Town News

WAKE FOREST, NC – On Wednesday, March 4, the Wake Forest Police Department (WFPD), with the assistance of the Vance County Sheriff's Office, executed a search warrant at the residence of Steven Doria...

WAKE FOREST, NC – The Public Art Commission (PAC) is inviting community members to a free performance of “Pepito & The Trash Cans” featuring Luke Vandergriff on Saturday, March 28, at 10 a.m. at the...

WAKE FOREST, NC – Fred Smith Company, a contractor working on the South Franklin Street Widening Project, is about to complete the current phase of paving operations along the outside lanes of South...

The Inspections Department is hosting a Popsicle Stick House-Building Contest as part of this year’s Building Safety Month Kick-Off. Young people ages 7 and under, 8-9, and 10-11 are invited to build...

WAKE FOREST, NC – Friday Night on White (FNOW) is the 2026 Wake Living Maggy Award winner for Best Local Event or Festival. Known for showcasing the best of Wake County, the Maggy Awards are...

WAKE FOREST, NC – Two staircases at the Holding Park Inclusive Playground, 133 W. Owen Ave., are closed for a painting project through Saturday afternoon, March 7. Visitors can access the park and...

WAKE FOREST, NC – You can make a difference in our community by applying to fill the vacancy on the Human Relations Council (HRC). The Human Relations Council encourages understanding and good will...

WAKE FOREST, NC – The American Public Power Association (APPA) has awarded its Safety Award of Excellence to Wake Forest Power (WFP) for its commitment to safe operating practices throughout 2025. WFP...

Closed since early January, the large dog park at Flaherty Dog Park will reopen Tuesday, March 3, at 7:30 a.m. The facility was closed so crews could erect permanent fencing, install a drainage system...

The PRCR Department will host the 2026 Easter Eggstravaganza on Saturday, March 28, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road. This free family event offers a fresh approach to...

The Town of Wake Forest is reminding residents that the week of March 9-13 is the final week of loose leaf collection service. Beginning Monday, March 16, and continuing through Friday, Oct. 2...

The Wake Forest Renaissance Centre will host the 2026 Wake Forest Film Festival on Friday and Saturday, March 6-7. Over 20 vibrant and diverse works will be featured during this year’s event. This...