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Growing numbers of residents throughout Wake Forest and beyond enjoy the Town’s 50-plus miles of trails and greenways. Some users enjoy walking and biking for exercise, while others do so for their mental well-being.

Regardless of your reason, it is important for everyone to respect...Read more

11/27/2023

The Wake Forest Police Department (WFPD) is urging every resident to “be a good neighbor” by reporting suspicious activity this holiday season and throughout the year.

Police officials say crimes are often prevented when citizens report suspected...Read more

11/27/2023

On Saturday, Nov. 18, the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre for the Arts, 405 S. Brooks St., celebrated its first decade with a 10 th Anniversary Gala featuring Marcus Anderson. As part of the evening’s festivities, the Wake Forest Public Art Commission (PAC) unveiled a sculpture (see attachment)...Read more

11/27/2023

The 2023 Wake Forest Cares Holiday Donation Drive is underway. Each year, the initiative raises money for several programs addressing specific needs in our community, including hunger, home lighting and heating, youth health and fitness, and providing joy and hope during the holiday...Read more

11/22/2023

You’re invited to experience the wonder and magic of the holiday season during the annual Lighting of Wake Forest on Friday, Dec. 1. Presented by Wake Forest Downtown, Inc. (WFD), the event is scheduled from 5-8 p.m. in Centennial Plaza, 301 S. Brooks St., and along East Owen Avenue.

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11/22/2023

A phone call from Santa Claus is on every child’s wish list. The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department is making those wishes come true by offering “Calls from Santa” to kids ages 3-9 on Thursday, Dec. 7, from 6-8 p.m.

Registration forms are now...Read more

11/22/2023

In October, the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA) approved reaccreditation for the Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department through the fall of 2028.

In 2018 the PRCR Department joined the ranks of elite parks and...Read more

11/21/2023

You can make a difference in our community by applying to fill one of three vacancies on the Historic Preservation Commission (HPC). One opening must be filled by a candidate who resides in a locally designated historic landmark or the local historic district, while the other two must be filled...Read more

11/21/2023

Just in time for the holidays, The Town of Wake Forest is again offering “Connections…100 Years of Wake Forest History” for $30 each.

Authored by Wake Forest resident and “Wake Forest Gazette” Publisher Carol Pelosi, “Connections... 100 Years of Wake Forest History” was written and...Read more

11/20/2023

The Wake Forest Renaissance Centre for the Arts, 405 S. Brooks St., will present “Mesmerizing Magic” featuring Jason Hudy on Saturday, Jan. 27, at 7:30 p.m.

Mystery. Intrigue. Comedy. Bewilderment. These are only a fraction of the qualities Jason Hudy delivers in every performance....Read more

11/20/2023

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