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Board of Commissioners approves new rules for motorized scooters, electric bicycles & electric assisted bicycles
The BOC recently approved an amendment to the Code of Ordinances regarding motorized scooters, electric bicycles, and electric assisted bicycles, pedestrian right-of-way, and requirements for helmets... -
Wake Forest prepared for wintry weather
A Winter Storm Watch is in effect for Wake County and much of central North Carolina from 1 p.m. Saturday through 1 p.m. Monday. Heavy mixed precipitation is expected that may have major impacts on... -
Friday Night on White food truck vendor applications accepted through February 19
The Town of Wake Forest is now accepting applications from food vendors interested in participating in the 2026 season of Friday Night on White (FNOW). The online application is available through... -
MLK Community Celebration is Thursday
Free and open to everyone, Wake Forest’s MLK Community Celebration will be Thursday, Jan. 22, at 6:30 p.m. at Friendship Chapel Baptist Church. The evening’s theme will center around one of Dr. King’s... -
Board of Commissioners receive 14 applications to fill unexpired term, will select five candidates to interview February 3
From December 19 through January 14, the Town of Wake Forest accepted applications from residents interested in fulfilling the unexpired term of former commissioner and current Mayor Ben Clapsaddle... -
Traffic Alert - South Main Street/US 1A
***UPDATE - All lanes along South Main/US 1A have reopened. The information below was posted at 9:50 a.m.: ***UPDATE - Southbound South Main/US 1A has reopened. The northbound lane remains closed at... -
Wake Forest Police Department to host canned food drive at Texas Roadhouse Saturday
The WFPD will host a canned food drive on Saturday, Jan. 17, from 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at Texas Roadhouse, 1140 Capital Blvd. All donations will be used to help feed those in need in Wake Forest... -
Register now for “Battle in the Forest” Esports gaming tournament February 21
The PRCR Department will host a free online Esports gaming tournament featuring the game "Super Smash Bros. Ultimate" on Saturday, Feb. 21, at noon. Presented by Brightspeed Fiber Internet, Battle in... -
Raleigh Water schedules closure Thursday along Elizabeth Avenue
WAKE FOREST, NC – Raleigh Water is scheduled to close the portion of Elizabeth Avenue from East Cedar Avenue to East Oak Avenue on Thursday, Jan. 15, from 7 a.m.-4 p.m. The temporary closure is... -
Tickets on sale for 2026 Wake Forest Film Festival
The Wake Forest Renaissance Centre will host the 2026 Wake Forest Film Festival on Friday and Saturday, March 6-7. Over 150 films were submitted for consideration, while 22 vibrant and diverse works... -
Traffic Alert - East Wait Avenue
***UPDATE - East Wait Avenue has reopened. The information below was posted at 4:45 p.m.: East Wait Avenue is closed between Franklin Street and Allen Road due to downed power lines. Motorists are... -
Tickets on sale for Renaissance Centre’s “Sirens of Song” featuring Shana Tucker February 20
The Wake Forest Renaissance Centre will host “Sirens of Song” featuring Shana Tucker on Friday, Feb. 10, at 7:30 p.m. Vocalist, cellist, and songwriter Shana Tucker will bring her signature blend of...
