Pittsboro Archives - Page 6 of 29

Pittsboro Diner Details Break-In, Asks Public for Help Identifying Suspect

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Apr 27, 2025 | Business, Crime

Al’s Diner in Pittsboro shared a post on Facebook alerting the public of a break-in at the restaurant during the early morning of April 25.

Pittsboro Commissioners Hear Pitch for 600,000 Square-Foot Youth Sportsplex

Posted by Ben Crosbie | Apr 18, 2025 | Development, Local Government, Recreation

The youth sports company SUPA aims to bring a massive new youth sports campus to Pittsboro and presented to town commissioners on Monday.

Chatham County Woman Wins $1 Million Lottery Prize

Posted by Michael Koh | Apr 16, 2025 | News Around Town

Angelette Cheek of Pittsboro won the $1 million top prize in a new game from the North Carolina...

Chatham County Responds, Asks for Dismissal of Summit Church Lawsuit Alleging Religious Discrimination

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Apr 2, 2025 | Development, Instagram, Local Government

Chatham County filed a motion to dismiss a lawsuit alleging its officials violated the religious rights of a church seeking a new campus.

Chatham County Roundup: Budget Retreat, No Expected Tax Increase, ClydeFest

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 1, 2025 | Chatham County Roundup

Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, April 1, discussing town news and events. He discussed a recent budget budget retreat for the town board, and shared that a tax rate increase is unlikely this year. He also discussed some long-term spending projects factoring into the town’s budget, and more. He discussed the upcoming ribbon-cutting for a refurbished Clyde Jones mural, the upcoming ClydeFest at the Ag & Conference Center on April 13, and more.

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

County Lines: Pittsboro’s Newest Artwork Provokes Public Debate

Posted by Chase Miller | Apr 1, 2025 | Columns, County Lines, Town Square

In the shadow of the historic Chatham County Courthouse, beside the roundabout which earned the “Circle City” its nickname, a newly installed piece of artwork stands tall.

Sheriff’s Office: Pittsboro Educator Faces Indecent Liberties Charges Amid Suspension

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Mar 25, 2025 | Crime, Pre-K - 12 Education, Safety

A magistrate issued a criminal summons for a suspended educator of a Pittsboro charter school amid allegations of improper sexual contact.

New Chatham Park YMCA Facility Holds Ribbon Cutting, Opens To The Public

Posted by Henry Taylor | Mar 17, 2025 | Development, Instagram, Recreation

After two years of construction, Chatham Park’s new 36,000 square foot YMCA facility is officially open to the public.

Pittsboro Skate Park Construction Finishing Up; Town Expects Opening By Summer

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Mar 14, 2025 | Local Government, Recreation

The Pittsboro parks department shared photos of the skate park at McClenahan Street Park on its Facebook page in mid-February.

Chatham County Roundup: Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp on New YMCA, More

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Mar 11, 2025 | Chatham County Roundup

Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, March 11, discussing town news and events. He discussed the business of the board of commissioners meeting on Monday night, including an update from the Boys and Girls Club, a police update, and the latest on affordable housing in Chatham Park. He discussed the new Chatham Park YMCA, which has a ribbon cutting scheduled for Wednesday morning. He previewed the upcoming NC Main Street Conference, and more.

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

Pittsboro

On Air Now: 97.9 FM