North Raleigh Today

The following parishes in the North Raleigh Today coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Raleigh residents urged to protect parks from pollution

Are you hosting a celebration or graduation party in a Raleigh park? Here are some ways you can protect our waterways and parks:

Raleigh urges residents to prevent park pollution during celebrations

As the summer season approaches, many residents are planning celebrations and graduation parties in Raleigh parks. The city is urging the public to take measures to protect local waterways and parks from pollution.

City of Raleigh seeks new leaders for museum program

The Historic Resources and Museum Program has announced two full-time vacancies at the City of Raleigh Museum. Since 2012, the City of Raleigh Museum and the Pope House Museum have played significant roles in historic education, meaningful exhibits, and community programs. The city aims to continue this work by hiring experienced individuals for the positions of Museum Director and Assistant Director.

Alec DeMartino, former Millbrook High School baseball player will compete for a chance to play for the College World Series

His team enters the tournament as a number two seed.

Justin Wilcoxen, former Millbrook High School baseball player will compete for a chance to play for the College World Series

They open the tournament against Evansville Purple Aces.

Walking tours to highlight history of Raleigh’s Third Ward

From June 15 through August 18, The Pope House will be conducting walking tours of the Third Ward. Participants will have the opportunity to explore one of Raleigh's oldest and most influential Black neighborhoods. Located near Shaw University, the Third Ward was historically a thriving community known for its culture, enterprise, and education.

Historian Carmen Wimberly Cauthen offers Juneteenth trolley tour in Raleigh

Author and local historian Carmen Wimberley Cauthen will be conducting her popular Trolley tour of Historic Black Neighborhoods for Emancipation Day. The tour is scheduled to begin at the Top Greene Community Center and will cover several historic black neighborhoods in Raleigh.

New processes added to the permit and development portal

New processes have been added to the Permit and Development Portal, effective May 29, 2024. The new applications include Residential Demolition, Residential Electrical Generator, and Residential Fence.

Citizen science program offers soil study badge for young participants

Do you enjoy observing nature? Want to be a scientist and earn badges while doing it? Join us to learn more about the ecoEXPLORE program and how to participate. ecoEXPLORE is an incentive-based citizen science program for children in grades K-8. During this program, we will spend time inside working through one of the badge activities before heading outside to start making nature observations. This month, we'll learn all about soil!

Raleigh honors digital ambassadors for community service

By North Raleigh Today | May 28, 2024

The recent recognition ceremony for the Raleigh Digital Ambassadors saw an emotional gathering as ten high school students were honored for their contributions over the past nine months. These students refurbished 116 laptop computers for the community, logging a total of 194 service hours and 165 leadership development hours.

Raleigh hosts open house on Southeast park bond projects

By North Raleigh Today | May 23, 2024

The City of Raleigh invites residents to a community open house to discuss programming and activity plans for park bond projects in Southeast Raleigh. The event will focus on the John Chavis Aquatic Center and Heritage Plaza, the John P. "Top" Greene Community Center, and the South Park Heritage Walk.

Juneteenth events scheduled across multiple parks in celebration of African-American culture

By North Raleigh Today | May 23, 2024

The upcoming Juneteenth Jubilee 2024 will be held at John Chavis Memorial Park, featuring a ten-day series of free events celebrating African-American culture through history, entertainment, and the arts. The festivities begin on Monday, June 10, with varying event times suitable for all ages.

Raleigh Parks launches pilot program with $25K grant from Trust for Public Land

By North Raleigh Today | May 23, 2024

In the Spring of 2023, Raleigh Parks received a $25,000 grant from the Trust for Public Land, one of only nine municipalities nationwide to be selected. The On Common Ground grant aimed to enhance the role of parks in fostering community by promoting interactions between diverse social groups.

On-demand kayak and SUP rentals launching at Lake Johnson and Lake Wheeler

Starting Friday, May 24, paddling equipment will be available for rental onsite at Lake Johnson and Lake Wheeler through a third-party vendor, Wake Rack.

Raleigh announces lineup for the free summer concert series

The 2024 Summer Concert Series is set to return, offering free musical performances by local bands at Pullen Park and Fred Fletcher Park in Raleigh, NC. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own chairs or blankets to enjoy the concerts.

Raleigh transportation development review staff relocates to municipal building

The Raleigh Department of Transportation's Development Review staff has relocated to the 4th floor of the Raleigh Municipal Building at 222 W Hargett Street. This move aims to enhance collaboration with colleagues from Transportation Operations, Bike and Pedestrian, and Vision Zero within the Transportation Department.

Kiwanis Adventures Camps offer themed summer activities for children