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Fatal wreck kills two adults, injures child in Washington County

Apr 01, 2026 at 04:00 pm by Arthur-RB

PLYMOUTH — A Plymouth man and woman were killed Wednesday morning when a passenger car crossed the centerline on NC 32 and struck an oncoming tractor-trailer, accordin.... Read More

No Kings March 2026

Apr 01, 2026 at 07:00 am by Arthur-RB

The growing national movement against sitting president Donald J. Trump has grown widely over the years, finally making its appearance in Plymouth for the first time Saturday,.... Read More

Plymouth congregations celebrate the start of Holy Week

Apr 01, 2026 at 07:00 am by Arthur-RB

By Miles Layton Editor Holy Week has arrived in Plymouth, and with it a full schedule of ecumenical midday services, a Way of the Cross Walk, and the promise of East.... Read More

Where are they now? Kristy Barber

Apr 01, 2026 at 07:00 am by Arthur-RB

Jamesville’s Kristy P. Barber has made a name for herself as one of Eastern North Carolina’s most sought after photographers courtesy of her self-titled Kristy P..... Read More

GOP candidate exits sheriff’s race

Apr 01, 2026 at 07:00 am by Arthur-RB

Mike Patterson says he is no longer a candidate for the Washington County Sheriff post in the upcoming November general election. Patterson, a former sergeant and investigato.... Read More