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Kittrell man arrested & charged with felony disclosure of private images
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... -
Luke Vandergriff to present free performance of “Pepito & The Trash Cans” March 28 at Alston-Massenburg Center
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... -
South Franklin Street traffic shift to begin Friday
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... -
Registration underway for Popsicle Stick House-Building Contest as part of Building Safety Month Kick-Off April 25
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... -
Friday Night on White wins 2026 Maggy Award for Best Local Event or Festival
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... -
Maintenance scheduled at Holding Park Inclusive Playground over next several days
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... -
Human Relations Council seeks to fill vacancy
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 Power earns national recognition for safe operating practices
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... -
Flaherty Dog Park’s large dog park to reopen Tuesday
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... -
Easter Eggstravaganza returns to Joyner Park March 28
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... -
Loose leaf collection ends March 13, use compostable paper yard waste bags or reusable containers starting March 16
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... -
Tickets still available for this weekend’s 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 20 vibrant and diverse works will be featured during this year’s event. This...
