North Raleigh Today

The City of Raleigh has announced the successful completion of significant upgrades to nine of its downtown parking decks, enhancing the urban parking experience for residents and visitors. The final upgrades were completed on the Blount Street parking deck on September 11.

Raleigh Parks invites families to celebrate Take a Child Outside Week

Raleigh Parks invites the community to celebrate Take a Child Outside (TACO) Week. This annual event encourages children and families nationwide to explore the outdoors and learn more about their local environment.

Family-friendly Halloween celebration hosted by Kiwanis and Active Adults

Join your friends at Kiwanis and Active Adults for a family-friendly Halloween celebration. This event is aimed at children and their grandparents, as well as those who are cherished like grandparents. Attendees can expect to experience the holiday spirit in a safe, creative, and inclusive manner.

Raleigh begins construction on new City Hall with massive concrete foundation

Raleigh’s new City Hall has begun with a substantial foundation, essential for the success of any building. The new 17-story structure required an extensive amount of concrete to ensure stability.

Fall kayak tours added to Forest Ridge Park's calendar

By North Raleigh Today | Sep 12, 2024

The fall calendar now includes kayak tours, offering participants the opportunity to explore the shoreline of Forest Ridge Park. No previous experience is required for these paddle trips.

City highlights role of senior commercial electrical inspector in new video series

There are thousands of employees that keep the city running each day. The video series, “This is What I Do,” highlights some of the unsung heroes who often work behind the scenes in critical functions to serve our community.

Raleigh Parks hosts Talk Like a Pirate Day event on greenways

Raleigh Parks invites the community to celebrate Talk Like a Pirate Day on Thursday, Sept. 19, by exploring its greenways. Participants can venture to Walnut Creek Wetland Park, Lake Johnson, the Upper Neuse Greenway, or Shelley Lake to find pirate-themed activities.

Pope House Museum offers free walking tour of historic African American neighborhood in Raleigh

Autumn is meant for walking. From September 22 to December 21, the Pope House Museum will be conducting its weekend African American Third Ward Walking Tour. 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 a thriving community known for its culture, enterprise, and education.

Communities across U.S. plan observances for September 11 anniversary

On Wednesday, the United States will remember the tragic events of Sept. 11, 2001. This year marks the 23rd anniversary of the terror attacks that killed almost 3,000 Americans in New York, Virginia, and Pennsylvania. Several communities are planning 9/11 anniversary observances and there are various ways to commemorate the day.

City of Raleigh opens registration for winter youth basketball league

Fall athletic leagues are winding down, which means it’s time for winter youth basketball. The City of Raleigh Athletics Department will be offering youth basketball for ages 5-17 (as of Aug. 31, 2024). Leagues will be available at various City of Raleigh community centers.

Oberlin Road to undergo repaving from Sept. 16

On Monday, Sept. 16, crews will start repaving Oberlin Road between the Pullen Road roundabout and Roberts Street as part of the Oberlin Road Streetscaping Project.

Halloween event at Abbotts Creek features howling competition for young children

Abbotts Creek will host a Halloween-themed event featuring games and activities. The event includes a "howling" competition starting at 10:45 a.m. Participants are encouraged to wear costumes.

Biltmore Hills Community Center hosts second annual trunk-or-treat event

Biltmore Hills Community Center, the Raleigh Police Advisory Board, and South East Raleigh Promise are inviting the community to the second annual trunk-or-treat event. The event aims to provide a safe and enjoyable environment for children dressed in costumes to receive free candy, learn about the Police Advisory Board, and participate in a fall festival.

Atlantic Avenue traffic changes announced due to construction

Starting Monday, Sept. 16, construction will commence on Ingram Drive between Atlantic Avenue and Brentwood Road, leading to a new traffic pattern on Atlantic Avenue.

Carolina Pines Community Center hosts inaugural HOWL-O-Ween dog event

All guardians are invited to unleash their dogs for the first HOWL-O-Ween event at Carolina Pines Community Center Dog Park.

Wake County offers free naloxone training for Save A Life Day