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Boater missing on Jordan Lake[Jul. 7, 2006] Chatham County authorities called off their search for a missing boater Thursday night on Jordan Lake. Two men went out onto the lake at about 8:30 p.m. Thursday when their boat experienced some trouble, authorities said. The men were trying to bring the boat back in to the Seaforth Beach area when one of them jumped out to swim and disappeared under the water.
CARE spay days are successful[Jun. 25, 2006] Chatham Animal Rescue and Education (C.A.R.E.) sponsored a series of subsidized spay days for dogs and cats of Chatham County residents who might not otherwise have been able to afford to have their pets altered. Six surgery days were scheduled starting January 21, 2006 and ending June 24, 2006. Dr. Royce of Pet Overpopulation Patrol performed the majority of the surgeries in her mobile veterinary practice at the Siler City Wal-Mart.
By Karen McMaster Also:
C.A.R.E.
5-year-old boy drowns in Jordan Lake[Jun. 25, 2006] A 5-year-old Greensboro boy drowned Saturday afternoon in Jordan Lake. Christopher Harris was playing on the edge of the water at the Seaforth Recreation Area when his parents last saw him late Saturday afternoon.
Saxapahaw Rivermill Farmers' Market is fresh, fun and kid approved[Jun. 5, 2006] When Heather and Tom LaGarde created the Saxapahaw Rivermill Farmers' Market and Music Series last year their intention was to create a community phenomenon that would appeal to the whole family. With two young children of their own it was important to them that the Market have a special component created especially for kids. A Farmers' Market is a wonderful place for children to learn about farms, nature and healthy food.
By Heather LaGarde
Historic railroad turning one-hundred years old[May 22, 2006] The New Hope Valley Railway will be exactly one-hundred years old on the date of its next Public Ride Day, Sunday, 4 June 2006. The tracks now operated were originally built as the Durham & South Carolina Railroad during 1905-1906, and the very first ever revenue producing train was operated on 4 June 1906
Pittsboro Relay for Life at Northwood High School this weekend[May 17, 2006] The 5th Annual Pittsboro Relay for Life Event is at Northwood High School this Friday and Saturday. If you’ve been out before, I’m guessing you already have plans to attend as you remember how special and how fun it is. If you have not had an opportunity to Experience Relay, I hope you’ll bring your family out this Friday night beginning at 6 pm (or whenever you can get there).
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Pittsboro Relay for Life
Chatham County receives grant for Southwest Park & fitness programs[May 17, 2006] Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina Foundation (BCBSNC Foundation) has selected Chatham County as one of just five organizations across the state awarded the first-ever Fit Together grants. The grants promote physical activity and remove barriers to active lifestyles in rural counties.
Chapel Hill Tire Car Care Center joins Pittsboro Relay For Life[Mar. 29, 2006] Chapel Hill Tire Car Care Center has signed up as a Silver sponsor for the Pittsboro Relay for Life. A family-owned auto repair and tire facility that has been around since 1953, Chapel Hill Tire Car Care Center has woven itself into the fabric of the Chatham County and Chapel Hill communities.
Chatham Historical Society to repair St. Lawrence House roof[Mar. 5, 2006] The Chatham County Historical Association will repair the roof of the historic Patrick St. Lawrence House on South Street, Pittsboro. The roof needs replacing, but as a temporary, emergency measure, the group will finance repairs to forestall further deterioration of the interior of the building.
Weight Watchers groups donate 1,200 pounds for pets[Mar. 2, 2006] Weight Watchers groups in Sanford, Pittsboro and Siler City teamed up earlier this month to contribute more than 1,200 pounds of pet food and animal care items to area animal shelters. Contributions were split between the Chatham County Animal Shelter and the Sanford-based Carolina Animal Rescue and Adoption.
By Vicki Wingate
Pittsboro native visits with NC state senator[Feb. 27, 2006] Marines from Regimental Combat Team – 2 who recently returned home from Iraq met with one of North Carolina’s senators Feb. 23. Pittsboro's Cpl. Henry Sowell, a mortarman with 3rd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, sat next to Richard Burr and spoke to him about many different topics while eating with many of his fellow Marines in a mess hall here.
Local fishing tournaments[Feb. 26, 2006] Fishing tournamant results from recent Jordan Lake fishing tournaments, plus information on upcoming tournamants.
Low Cost Spay/Neuter Clinic for Animals[Feb. 10, 2006] Chatham Animal Rescue and Education, Inc. (C.A.R.E.) is sponsoring a series of affordable low cost spay/neuter events for Chatham County residents. Eighteen animals were altered in a mobile unit (Pet Overpopulation Patrol - P.O.P.) by Dr. Wendy Royce at the Siler City Wal-Mart on January 21, 2006.
By Karen McMaster Also:
Chatham Animal Rescue and Education
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