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Raleigh Parks is spreading holiday cheer with several toy giveaways across the city this season. Check out the details below to make sure your family doesn’t miss out. Toy Giveaway at Peach Road Cultural Center Children attending can receive one toy each, while supplies last. A parent or guardian must accompany every child. No registration […]
Families are invited to celebrate the holiday season at the annual Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, Dec. 20. The free community event will feature breakfast, fun activities, gift raffles, and a special visit from Santa Claus. Children ages 5 to 11 will have the chance to receive toys while supplies last, but guests of all […]
Authorities across the Raleigh and Durham communities have reported that several cars across major highways are missing tires, raising concerns of theft. According to WRAL, the Wake County Sheriff’s Office said it received a report over the weekend of a driver whose car tires were stolen from a parked vehicle on Interstate 40. Downtown officials […]
Discover Triangle's dazzling free holiday light displays created by local families. Check social media for updates.
North Carolina shoppers still have a chance to claim money from a frozen waffle settlement that stems from a major recall last year. TreeHouse Foods, a company that supplies many grocery chains with store-brand breakfast items, agreed to pay $4 million after some of its frozen waffles and pancakes raised concerns about possible listeria contamination. […]
Browse our upcoming events below or check out additional programs online via RecLink. Stay tuned for more Raleigh Parks Holiday events as they get added! Raleigh for the HolidaysEmpty heading Nov. 1 – Jan. 4Various LocationsExplore all the City has to offer during the most wonderful time of the year. Looking for the Perfect Gift?Empty heading […]
A period of snow and wintry mix is becoming increasingly likely early Friday, according to ABC11. Most areas are expected to transition to all rain by midday and possibly end with another brief mix on Friday evening. Light snow accumulation, generally an inch or less, and a light glaze of ice are possible, especially north […]
After nearly nine decades of serving classic Southern comfort food, K&W Cafeterias has officially closed all of its locations. The company, which opened its first cafeteria in 1937 in Winston-Salem and remained family-operated ever since, became more than a restaurant to many—serving as a gathering place for Sunday meals, family traditions, and warm memories shared […]
UNC Health has announced that it will no longer be in network with Cigna, following months of contract negotiations. The change takes effect on Monday. Cigna customers will now need to bring payment to their appointments at UNC Health facilities to cover the cost of services. UNC Health’s notice states, “If your insurance goes out […]
The holiday season officially kicks off in Raleigh this weekend as the 81st annual Raleigh Christmas Parade rolls through downtown tomorrow, Saturday, Nov. 22, continuing a long-standing tradition that draws thousands each year. Festivities begin the night before with the Downtown Raleigh Tree Lighting on Friday, setting the stage for a full weekend of holiday […]
Wake County Public Schools experienced a major spike in student absences on Tuesday, following reports of federal immigration enforcement actions taking place in communities across the Triangle. According to district officials, 19,471 students were absent, representing 10.79% of enrolled students. Less than two weeks earlier, on October 27, the district recorded just 11,630 absences, or […]
In support of the Durham community and in recognition of recent events affecting the Triangle, the Downtown Durham Holiday Tree Lighting has been postponed to Saturday, December 6th. Organizers shared that CCB Plaza is a gathering space for everyone, and the decision reflects solidarity with affected communities who want to maintain downtown as a space […]