Carrboro: ARPA Funds, Bike and Pedestrian Safety, and More

Carrburritos, a popular Carrboro burrito restaurant, will take over the space previously occupied by Grata Diner and Elmo's Diner.

Local government offices and services around the community will be closed to observe Good Friday on April 3. Here’s a rundown of what residents can expect: Town of Chapel Hill The Town of Chapel Hill’s government offices will be closed Friday, and some facilities will also be closed Easter Sunday, April 5. Residential trash collection […]

While not visible to those passing by, something new decorates the rooftop of TABLE’s downtown Carrboro facility.

The start of 2026 featured some early closures, openings and plenty of returns to business in Chapel Hill, Carrboro and beyond.

Chapel Hill and Carrboro residents participated in the third No Kings Day on Saturday, Mar. 28, protesting President Donald Trump.

On Mar. 28, people from across Orange County gathered to participate in the third 'No Kings Day.' Here is our photo gallery from the event.

Chapel Hill Mayor Barbara Foushee spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Friday, March 20, discussing town news and events. She talked about the passing of community leader Mae McClendon from earlier in the week, including the impact and legacy left behind by Ms. McClendon. She also recapped the most recent meeting of the Carrboro Town Council, which saw a resolution directed at Gov. Stein urging him to take firmer action in pressuring energy providers to switch to renewable resources, and more.

Starting Monday, Mar. 23, sections of Hillsborough’s Governor Burke Road and Carrboro’s E. Popular Avenue and Roberson Street will be closed as crews conduct repairs. 

The Carrboro Town Council and Orange County Commissioners both passed resolutions this week to tackle climate change.

Raleigh-based barbecue restaurant Longleaf Swine is planning to open a new location in Carrboro, replacing Luna Rotisserie and Taproom.