Editorial: Prolonging victims' anguish

September 4, 2011 - 3:15am

Social services offices in many eastern counties drew crowds this week as victims of Hurricane Irene jumped at the chance to apply for food stamps, temporary financial relief from the effects of a natural disaster.

Sept. 3 Darts and Laurels

September 3, 2011 - 3:15am

To everyone who was able to donate time, supplies or money to the relief efforts throughout eastern North Carolina.

Editorial: ECU's chance to thank USC

September 2, 2011 - 3:15am

The last time East Carolina University faced the University of South Carolina on the gridiron, misery barreled toward the North Carolina coast in the form of Hurricane Floyd.

Editorial: Compassion driving rebuilding

September 1, 2011 - 3:15am

When Hurricane Floyd blew through eastern North Carolina in 1999, floodwaters swept away homes, businesses and farms, erasing memories and leaving thousands hopeless.

Editorial: Assistance funds needed

August 31, 2011 - 3:15am

As families clear debris from yards and pluck trees from homes, as businesses cope with lost inventory and sales, and as farmers come to terms with an entire growing season ruined in a day, the individuals and institutions left unbowed should strive to lend a hand.

Editorial: Exemplary efforts during storm

August 30, 2011 - 3:15am

Small mounds of debris became as common as mailboxes in the front of Greenville-area homes on Monday as cleanup from Hurricane Irene continued in earnest.

Editorial: Community's resolve fuels recovery

August 29, 2011 - 3:35am

Sunday's first light confirmed what most expected after a night huddled in candle-lit living rooms or makeshift accommodations shared with other storm refugees.

Editorial: Give2theTroops seeks new place

August 28, 2011 - 3:15am

When the United States launched combat operations against Afghanistan in 2001 and Iraq in 2003, it inspired Americans to express their appreciation for the men and women of the military tasked with fighting these wars.

Aug. 27 Darts and Laurels

August 27, 2011 - 3:15am

To everyone who has completed their preparations for the arrival of Hurricane Irene today.

Editorial: Time to prepare for worst case

August 26, 2011 - 3:15am

Eastern North Carolina approaches the possibility of a hurricane strike with a swagger surpassed only by residents of southern Florida.

Editorial: Foundation for new school year

August 25, 2011 - 3:15am

Few moments can elicit a child's elation and anxiety more than the arrival of a bus in the early hours of the first day of school in the fall.

Editorial: Hurricane preparations prudent

August 24, 2011 - 3:15am

After providing an unexpected lesson in the scientific theory of plate tectonics on Tuesday afternoon, Mother Nature is poised to offer eastern North Carolina a more severe demonstration of her power this weekend.

Editorial: ECU, city continue relationship

August 23, 2011 - 3:15am

The start of the fall semester at East Carolina University comes only days after North Carolina's unemployment rate for July topped 10 percent.

Editorial: Hospital name discards history

August 22, 2011 - 3:15am

It would be unfair to blindly malign the leadership at University Health Systems of Eastern North Carolina, an organization that has worked to provide accessible, affordable health care to this region for more than a decade.

Editorial: Finding new dean looms

August 21, 2011 - 3:15am

In the same week East Carolina University's new School of Dental Medicine welcomed the inaugural class to campus, it faced a crisis of leadership following the Tuesday resignation of its first dean.

August 20 Darts and Laurels

August 20, 2011 - 3:15am

To the opening of the newest Greenville police substation, located in Caldwell Court in the southwest part of the city.

Editorial: Plan bump may be blessing

August 19, 2011 - 3:14am

The idea of building an intermodal transportation center in Greenville has potential, both as a hub for buses, taxis, bicycles and the prospect of passenger rail service, and as an economic development incubator.

Editorial: Ruling positive for schools

August 18, 2011 - 3:15am

The Pitt County Coalition for Educating Black Children expressed strong concern, shared by some others in the community, that the redistricting maps approved for the school year beginning Aug. 25 would unfairly harm minority students.

Editorial: Vandals strike at community

August 17, 2011 - 3:15am

On Friday nights in the Autumn, the football stadium at Ayden-Grifton High School roars with pride as the community gathers to cheer for the Chargers.

Editorial: Congressional approval tanks

August 16, 2011 - 3:15am

By order of a tradition born in the summer heat and humidity in the nation's capital and later codified into law, Congress spends the month of August at home, meeting with constituents.

Editorial: Getting seniors on greenways

August 15, 2011 - 3:15am

Adesire to create abundant and accessible recreation options for residents prompted the Greenville City Council's sustained commitment to the construction and extension of the greenway system.

Editorial: Crime, safety perception down

August 14, 2011 - 3:15am

To hear some citizens describe it, Greenville finds itself mired in a stretch of terrible violence unparalleled in its history.

Aug. 13 Darts and Laurels

August 13, 2011 - 3:15am

To the men and women who decided to run for municipal office this year.

Editorial: Saving young athletes' lives

August 12, 2011 - 3:15am

Pitt County public schools will not begin classes until Aug. 25, but high school campuses are already awash with activity as student-athletes participating in football are readying for another season.

Editorial: Opportunity for public service

August 11, 2011 - 3:15am

As with many communities, Greenville finds itself facing a perpetual struggle between what it is and what it aspires to be.