The state Ferry Division is encouraging its passengers to assist in developing the draft long-range development plan by answering online a few survey questions.
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Chemours Submits to State PFAS Action Plans
Department of Environmental Quality staff are currently reviewing a PFAS reduction plan Chemours submitted Tuesday pursuant to the February consent order that addresses emissions from the company’s Fayetteville facility.
Fisheries Panel OKs Southern Flounder Plan
The state Marine Fisheries Commission on Friday adopted controversial management plan changes for southern flounder, an effort to sustain one of the state’s most valuable fisheries.
Hazardous Waste Collection Days Set
A partnership of Carteret, Craven and Pamlico counties, the Coastal Environmental Partnership is collecting household hazardous waste in Morehead City Sept. 28 and Bayboro and New Bern, both on Oct. 12.
Call for Volunteers for Cape Hatteras Cleanup
Officials at the Cape Hatteras National Seashore and the North Carolina Beach Buggy Association are hosting drop-in volunteer cleanups Sept. 21 at several spots along the seashore’s beaches.
Event to Showcase Cape Lookout at Night
Cape Lookout Lighthouse shines on the night sky in this image by the National Park Service. Visitors to Cape Lookout National Seashore can experience the lighthouse under the night sky, like the lighthouse keepers did, during the ranger-led Evening at the Cape program, offered one weekend a month from June to October.
State Plans Recovery Resources Meetings
State officials are offering information sessions in the coming weeks on recovery resources in more than a dozen hurricane-affected communities.
Kirkman: Port Study Could Avert Controversy
Carteret County’s economic development director says a recent study of what it would take to make the state port’s Radio Island property ready for industry can help the ports authority avoid past mistakes.
Most Facilities to Open at Hammocks Beach
Hammocks Beach State Park will resume most operations Aug. 30 that have been closed for almost a year because of Hurricane Florence damage.
Atlantic Beach to Develop Stormwater Plan
Atlantic Beach officials announced Friday that the town has received a $15,000 grant from the Duke Energy Foundation to help create a stormwater resiliency plan.
NCDOT Seeks Input on Electric Vehicle Plan
The N.C. Department of Transportation is asking the public to comment on a draft plan to boost the number of electric vehicles registered in the state.
Fish to Eat? License Fee May Be Waived
For those who fish for food and receive certain government assistance, a subsistence waiver can save the annual $15 recreational fishing license fee, but few who qualify may be aware.
Cooper Vetoes Billboard Bill
Gov. Roy Cooper has vetoed a bill that opponents said would have would have restricted local governments’ ability to regulate billboards.
‘Peanut Butter Falcon’ an Outer Banks Story
Colington native Tyler Nilson, co-writer and co-directer of “The Peanut Butter Falcon,” to be screened Friday at Manteo’s Pioneer Theater, says the film reflects coastal life and characters.
Endangered Species Act Changes Challenged
Environmental and animal protection groups sued the Trump administration Wednesday over its new regulations that the organizations say dramatically weaken the Endangered Species Act.
DEQ Seeks Input on Outreach Plans
The state Department of Environmental Quality is looking for feedback on draft plans for public participation and reaching those who speak a language other than English.