City of Chapel Hill
Recent News About City of Chapel Hill
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Upcoming events highlight parks celebration, soccer match & community engagement
Residents of Chapel Hill are encouraged to explore local parks and recreation facilities, attend international soccer matches, and participate in community events this summer. The town's latest newsletter outlines various activities and updates.
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Police investigate deadly shooting in Chapel Hill
At 1:04 a.m., the Chapel Hill Police Department responded to a report of a shooting in the 100 block of Ashley Forest Road. Officers discovered a man with gunshot wounds. He was transported to UNC Hospitals, where he later died.
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Man arrested after firing shots on Franklin Street
The Chapel Hill Police Department has charged a man following an incident involving shots fired in the 100 block of East Franklin Street just before 6 p.m. on July 17, 2024.
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Missing teenager safely located in Chapel Hill
Auj’nae Edwards, a 17-year-old from Chapel Hill, has been safely located, according to an update provided by the Chapel Hill Police Department at 8 a.m. on July 15, 2024.
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Chapel Hill closes park section due to contamination
The Town of Chapel Hill has closed a section of Community Center Park following the discovery of elevated levels of lead, cadmium, and petroleum compounds in the soil. The affected area, located at the northeast corner near the Estes Drive entrance, is currently blocked off with temporary materials and signage. Plans are underway to install more permanent fencing and signage.
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Upcoming events in Chapel Hill include international soccer match between Manchester City vs Celtic FC
July 11, 2024 - Chapel Hill is gearing up for an array of events this July, including an international soccer match, a Parks and Recreation facilities tour, and another Family Fun Friday at the Chapel Hill Public Library. Residents are encouraged to sign up for the Greene Tract newsletter and provide comments on NCDEQ's draft Brownfields Agreement addressing coal ash at the 828 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. property.
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Manchester City vs Celtic FC set for July 23 in Chapel Hill
International soccer is returning to Chapel Hill this month. Manchester City will face Celtic FC at Kenan Memorial Stadium at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, July 23, as part of the 2024 FC Series.
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Chapel Hill police locate missing person
Samuel Bumpass, who was reported missing earlier today, has been safely located, according to an update from the Chapel Hill Police Department at 9:30 p.m. on July 3, 2024.
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Chapel Hill Police locate missing person
Lycurtis Satterwhite, a 68-year-old resident of Chapel Hill, has been safely located, according to an update from the Chapel Hill Police Department on July 2, 2024, at 7:45 a.m.
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TV filming causes street closures and transit detours in Chapel Hill
A production company will film a television show in downtown Chapel Hill and on the UNC campus from Monday, July 8 through Wednesday, July 10. Most of the filming will occur on campus, with one morning of filming on Franklin Street.
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Chapel hill announces plans for upcoming events including pride celebrations
The heat is on as the community transitions from Pride month into July's celebrations and free weekend parking. Residents are invited to wrap up Small Town Pride with two events in Carrboro, learn about the free July 4th fireworks shuttle, and prepare for temporary downtown detours due to a TV show filming.
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Chapel Hill Mayor updates community on recent projects and initiatives
Mayor Jess Anderson recently addressed the Chapel Hill community, providing an update on the town's activities and decisions following a productive spring session. The Town Council has adjourned for its summer break.
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Town of Chapel Hill announces closures for July 4th holiday
Thursday, July 4, is a Town holiday. Most Town offices will be closed. This message outlines which services are affected.
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Chapel Hill Town Council discusses key initiatives in final session
The Chapel Hill Town Council convened for their final meeting of the 2023-2024 session on Monday, June 17, at 6:00 p.m. at Chapel Hill Town Hall. The complete agenda and meeting minutes are available on the Town’s website. Key points from the meeting include:
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Police seek public's help in finding missing Chapel Hill teen
The Chapel Hill Police Department is seeking the community’s help in locating a missing 15-year-old. Aliayah Yaneth Castro, of Chapel Hill, was last seen Saturday around 10 p.m. in the area of Weaver Dairy Road and Kingston Drive.
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Chapel Hill Town Council discusses police station lease agreement
The Chapel Hill Town Council convened on Wednesday, June 12, at 6:00 p.m. at Chapel Hill Town Hall. The complete agenda is available on the Town’s website. Key points from the meeting include:
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Estes Drive reopens after two-year construction project
June 13, 2024
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Police investigate pedestrian crash on E. Franklin Street
At 9:16 p.m., the Chapel Hill Police Department responded to a report of a pedestrian struck by a driver on E. Franklin Street at Eastgate Crossing. The pedestrian was transported to UNC Hospitals with life-threatening injuries. The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene.
