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Fall Festival at Centenary United Methodist Church in Smithfield Oct. 29 - Triangle on the Cheap

Centenary United Methodist Church, ata 140 E Market Street, Smithfield, North Carolina, is hosting a fall festival on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m. This free event features inflatables, games, hot dogs, cake walks, crafts, and trunk-or treat. The entire event is totally free. Costumes are encouraged but not required. Families are welcome to float in and out as they like. People of all ages are welcome. Double-Check Before You He…Smithfield, North Carolina · Smithfield Read Article

Smithfield Man Charged In Child Sex Offense Case

SMITHFIELD – A 61-year-old Smithfield man is out of custody after posting a $100,000 secured bond following his arrest in connection with a child sex offense investigation. Santiago Consuelo, of North Third Street, was arrested on October 3 by the Johnston County Sheriff’s Office after a five-month investigation. He is charged with statutory sex offense […]Smithfield, North Carolina · Smithfield Read Article

21st annual Historical Ghost Walk in Smithfield's Riverside Cemetery Oct 30 - Triangle on the Cheap

Photo courtesy of Johnston County Heritage Center Johnston County Heritage Center is hosting a ghost walk through Riverside Cemetery, at Front and Church Streets, in Smithfield, on Thursday, October 30, 2025, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The tours will start at 6 p.m., 6:30 p.m.. 7 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Hosted by the Johnston County Heritage Center, this spooky community tradition invites you to meet historical figures from centuries past. This year, five…Smithfield, North Carolina · Smithfield Read Article

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What’s life really like in Four Oaks, Sutton Coldfield? We visit Mere Green to speak to locals about community life, housing, and whether the area’s reputation still holds up.Housing · Four Oaks Read Article

2025 Miss Selma Railroad Days Court

SELMA – The Town of Selma is proud to introduce the 2025 Miss Selma Railroad Days Court. These outstanding young women will serve as ambassadors for the Town of Selma throughout the year, representing our community with pride, spirit, and dedication at events bothlocally and beyond. The 2025 Miss Selma Railroad Days Court includes: Miss […]Selma, North Carolina · Selma Read Article

SUV Strikes Front Of Restaurant; No Injuries Reported

BENSON – A vehicle struck the front of a popular Benson restaurant Friday afternoon, but fortunately, no injuries were reported. The incident occurred just before 1:00 p.m. at Grill on the Hill, located at 3405 NC 242 North. At the time, the restaurant was filled with lunchtime patrons. According to officials, the SUV did not […]SUV · Benson Read Article

County Commissioners Fund Baseball Stadium While School, Infrastructure Needs Loom

County Bets On Baseball With $2 Million — Payback May Take 16 Years By The Smithfield Weekly Sun SMITHFIELD – Smithfield’s Town Manager Mike Scott asked commissioners Monday morning to appropriate $2 million over two budget years to help pay for construction of a Smithfield stadium, which the town will own and maintain. He said […]Baseball · Smithfield Read Article

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Police Identify Pedestrian Killed While Crossing Clayton Boulevard

Selma Mayor Selected To Statewide Leadership Cohort

Warrant: Local Man Purchased Beer And Cigars With Counterfeit $100 Bill

Fall Festival at Centenary United Methodist Church in Smithfield Oct. 29 - Triangle on the Cheap

Smithfield Man Charged In Child Sex Offense Case

21st annual Historical Ghost Walk in Smithfield's Riverside Cemetery Oct 30 - Triangle on the Cheap

'We're lucky here': The desirable Birmingham suburb where content residents have 'everything we need'

2025 Miss Selma Railroad Days Court

SUV Strikes Front Of Restaurant; No Injuries Reported

County Commissioners Fund Baseball Stadium While School, Infrastructure Needs Loom

Local News Publishers

Police Identify Pedestrian Killed While Crossing Clayton Boulevard

Selma Mayor Selected To Statewide Leadership Cohort

Warrant: Local Man Purchased Beer And Cigars With Counterfeit $100 Bill

Fall Festival at Centenary United Methodist Church in Smithfield Oct. 29 - Triangle on the Cheap

Smithfield Man Charged In Child Sex Offense Case

21st annual Historical Ghost Walk in Smithfield's Riverside Cemetery Oct 30 - Triangle on the Cheap

'We're lucky here': The desirable Birmingham suburb where content residents have 'everything we need'

2025 Miss Selma Railroad Days Court

SUV Strikes Front Of Restaurant; No Injuries Reported

County Commissioners Fund Baseball Stadium While School, Infrastructure Needs Loom