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Lance Martin

Lance Martin

A Weldon man who ran as he was informed of warrants against him was caught after a short chase Sunday morning.

Monday, 20 August 2018 06:04

Fire destroys Gaston area house

A house built in 1835 was destroyed by fire early Sunday morning, according to Gaston Fire and Rescue.

Sunday, 19 August 2018 15:28

Danny Lee Clay

Danny Lee Clay, 64, died Saturday, August 18, 2018, at Duke University Medical Center in Durham.

Friday, 17 August 2018 19:24

Photo gallery: Fire Safety Fair

The Roanoke Rapids Fire Department held its annual Fire Safety Fair this evening at Kirkwood Adams.

One man was arrested Tuesday and another is sought in a case involving a stolen financial card.

Friday, 17 August 2018 16:05

Tommy Little

Tommy Little, 68, died Tuesday, August 14, 2018.

Friday, 17 August 2018 16:00

Christopher Blake Hasty

Christopher Blake Hasty was born July 29, 2018, to Christopher Brian and Jordan Long Hasty.

Friday, 17 August 2018 15:57

John R. Whichard Jr.

John R. Whichard Jr., affectionately known as “Joey” to his family and friends, was born November 14, 1999, in Rocky Mount, NC.

Friday, 17 August 2018 15:45

August 19, 2018

August 19, 2018

J. Reuben Daniel City Hall & Police Station:  1040 Roanoke Avenue

(252) 533-2800

The North Carolina State Highway Patrol continues to seek information on an April 2, 2017, hit and run crash which claimed the life of a Roanoke Rapids man.