Brighton McConnell, Author at Chapelboro.com

Chatham County Sheriff Warns of Illegal THC Snack Imitations After Traffic Stop, Drug Bust

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Apr 17, 2026 | Crime, Health, Safety

Chatham County Sheriff Mike Roberson and his office are warning the community about illegal THC-infused products that imitate popular snacks.

Climate Action, A New Hotel and Downsizing Council? Highlights from Chapel Hill Town Council’s Apr. 15 Meeting

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Apr 17, 2026 | Development, Environment, Local Government

The Chapel Hill Town Council held its first official business meeting of the month on Wednesday, Apr. 15 to cover a full agenda — which included discussing affordable housing funding, ongoing climate action efforts, parking incentives for a hotel project, and more.

Sheriff’s Office: Pair of Victims, Source of Fire Identified from Manns Chapel Road Blaze

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Apr 16, 2026 | Fire, Safety

A joint investigation by Chatham County and state fire authorities determined a house fire that killed two people on Apr. 11 was accidental.

Fire at Carrboro Apartments Displaces 18 Residents, Injures 2

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Apr 16, 2026 | Fire, Safety

An overnight fire damaged several apartments in Carrboro, leaving 18 residents displaced after firefighters fought the blaze for about an hour.

A Pilgrimage Highlighting Peaceful Resistance to Kurdish Oppression Included a Stay in Hillsborough

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Apr 16, 2026 | International, News Around Town

Kurdish activist Kani Xulam is walking from Washington D.C. to Atlanta, and recently stayed in Hillsborough as part of his journey.

Disney Reveals Amenity Plans for Asteria Community in Chatham County; Home Sales on Track for 2027

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Apr 15, 2026 | Development, Housing

Nearly ten months after breaking ground in Pittsboro, Disney is sharing more details on what residents can expect in its Asteria development.

Police Charge 2 Juveniles After Gunfire Near Carrboro High School; Schools Given ‘All Clear’ After Tightening Security

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Apr 14, 2026 | Pre-K - 12 Education, Safety

Local law enforcement issued an “all clear” after a gunfire investigation near Carrboro High School Tuesday, which had caused the campus and nearby schools to raise their level of security.