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Trump signs order to raise U.S. national park fees for foreign visitors
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Trump signs order to raise U.S. national park fees for foreign visitors

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Silver Lake Motel and property to be auctioned
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Silver Lake Motel and property to be auctioned

From our news services The Silver Lake Motel & Inn and the former Jolly Roger Pub & Marina will be sold at auction at 10 a.m. July 29, in the law offices of George Oliver, 405 Middle Street, New Bern. “This is a great property with lots of potential, and we are excited to be […]Read Article
Coyotes spotted on Ocracoke
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Coyotes spotted on Ocracoke

A predator guard over top of a sea turtle nest on Ocracoke. Photo: C. Leinbach/Ocracoke Observer By Connie Leinbach Coyotes have been spotted on Ocracoke, and, along with the destruction of sea turtle and bird nests on the beach, islanders are concerned about the possibility of coyotes venturing into the village and attacking island pets,…Read Article

Creating a glass lizard habitat in the back yard

An Eastern glass lizard. Photo: Peter Vankevich/Ocracoke Observer Text and photos by Peter Vankevich The Eastern glass lizard (Ophisaurus ventralis) became an object of fascination for me when I saw my first one here on Ocracoke Island. Legless and shiny, most people who come upon one would think it is a snake, but it’s not.…Ocracoke · OcracokeRead Article

Ocracoke to celebrate figs Aug. 1 & 2

The Ocracoke community will celebrate the summer’s fig bounty at the 11th annual Fig Festival Aug. 1 and 2, with special guest chef Dean Neff. The event will be held at the Berkley Barn and Manor and will feature live music, traditional Ocracoke square dancing, children’s crafts, talks by local fig experts and vendor booths […]Ocracoke · OcracokeRead Article

Hyde commissioners set workshop, hearing for new solid waste ordinance

The Ocracoke convenience site. Photo: C. Leinbach/Ocracoke Observer By Connie Leinbach Later this year, when property tax notices go out, Hyde County residents will find the addition of $180 to their bills, which is a fee approved in June to dump their trash at one of the convenience sites in the county. But before that,…Ocracoke · OcracokeRead Article

Seafood Festival set for Aug. 30

The Ocracoke Health Center will hold its fourth Seafood Festival fundraising benefit from 3 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 30, at the Berkley Barn. To go with the local seafood there will be live music and silent and live auctions. Proceeds will benefit the Ocracoke Health Center. Activities begin at 3 p.m. with a silent auction. Food will be served starting at 4p.m. A […]Ocracoke · OcracokeRead Article

Shrimpers prevail; questions remain about ferry tolls

A shrimp trawler in the Pamlico Sound. Photo by P. Vankevich/Ocracoke Observer “Don’t you get tired of the fight?” someone asked after the June 17 Ocracoke Civic & Business Association meeting. During that meeting, those present talked about how to screech to a halt the N.C. Senate proposal to enact or raise tolls on the…Ocracoke · OcracokeRead Article

Ocrafolk Festival celebrates 25 years

The All-Star Jam finale of the 2025 Ocrafolk Festival. Photo: P. Vankevich/Ocracoke Observer By Connie Leinbach Every year the Ocrafolk Music & Storytelling Festival aims to bring some new artists as well as many musicians who return each year. The 25th anniversary of this event delivered, and Executive Director Dave Tweedie, who also is the…Ocracoke · OcracokeRead Article

Ocracoke Fireworks Canceled Due to Threat of Inclement Weather - Washington Daily News

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The Ocracoke fireworks have been canceled due to the threat of thunderstorms and high winds forecast for July 2. The pre-fireworks gathering at the NPS docks has also been canceled. According to both Hyde and Dare County fire marshals, a specific forecast for Ocracoke gives a 90% chance of thunderstorms and high winds Wednesday (July 2) into Thursday. “For the safety of our residents and visitors of Ocracoke, we made the decision to cancel the f…Ocracoke · OcracokeSee the Story

House rejects shrimp trawling ban, citing industry concerns

RALEIGH — Last week, North Carolina House Republicans effectively halted the procedure of House Bills 441 and 442 into law by refusing to take them up for a vote of concurrence, following amendments in the Senate that would establish a…Senate · North CarolinaSee the Story

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