Gastonia Debutante Club makes gift to Empty Stocking
Since the first Gastonia Debutante Club Ball was held in 1957, the club has done its part to help make Gaston County a better place. During its 56-year history, the club has supported civic and...
View ArticlePolice shoot drug store robbery suspect
Sheriff deputies shot a man Thursday suspected of attempting to rob a CVS Pharmacy on Webb's Road in Denver. The man went into the CVS Pharmacy just before 3 p.m. Thursday while armed with a...
View ArticleMore good news on Gaston's job front
Gaston County’s jobless rate was in single digits for the third month in a row this October. Unemployment numbers out Thursday showed the county hitting a five-year year low. A federal government...
View ArticleSouth Africa's Nelson Mandela dies at age 95
JOHANNESBURG (AP) — Nelson Mandela, who became one of the world's most beloved statesmen and a colossus of the 20th century when he emerged from 27 years in prison to negotiate an end to white...
View ArticleDaily calls for service - 12/5/13
Daily Calls for Service Blotter Calls Created From: 12/4/13 7:00 am To: 12/5/13 7:00 am "Notice: The information contained in this report reflects only the nature of the call received. It is not meant...
View ArticleWhat brought the police to your neighborhood? 12/5/13
Daily Crime Blotter - List of Police Reports Taken by the City of Gastonia & the Gaston County Police Departments Cases Entered From: 12/4/13 7:00 am To: 12/5/13 7:00 am Print Date: 12/5/13 Anyone...
View ArticleWho got arrested? 12/5/13
Daily Arrest Blotter - List of Arrests Made by the Gastonia Police Department, Gaston County Police Department & Gaston County Sheriff's Office Arrests Which Occurred...
View ArticleBelmont bridge closing will cause 10-mile detour
For about a week, south Belmont residents have been noticing the bright orange signs by the canal bridge on South Point Road. The NCDOT signs are covered now. But they’ll eventually direct drivers...
View ArticleJudge clears man in death of two children
A judge dismissed the case against a man charged in the deaths of two children. Jordan Keely Arwood of Stanley faced two counts of involuntary manslaughter for the asphyxiation deaths of his daughter,...
View ArticleToday in History - Worst mining disaster in US history
Today is Friday, Dec. 6, the 340th day of 2013. There are 25 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On Dec. 6, 1957, America's first attempt at putting a satellite into orbit failed as...
View Article10 things to make you smarter Friday
Your daily look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about today: 1. SOUTH AFRICA MOURNS MANDELA: Nation celebrates the life of its global icon with song, dance...
View ArticleHousing project enters into second phase
Fresh black asphalt, a brand-new fire hydrant and acres of red dirt turned over along Beaty Road are all signs that construction is underway on a second phase of the Kinmere Farms subdivision in...
View ArticleCivic groups help make Christmas better through Empty Stocking Fund
Civic-minded groups like the Bel-Heights ECA Club can always be counted on to do their part for The Gazette Empty Stocking Fund. On Thursday, the club made its annual donation to the campaign, which...
View ArticleGaston native steps into new fashion ventures
Gaston County native Dan Mauney is doing his part to create a retail center in Charlotte's South End neighborhood, opening two stores there in the last three months. The aptly named SHU, which sells...
View ArticleTwin Rivers BNI recognizes its leaders
Twin Rivers BNI a referral networking group meets Thursdays at The Village Restaurant in McAdenville. On Thursday, the group recognized its leaders. Terry Knight of Terry Knight Insurance Services...
View ArticleSneak peek at what could be on school menu next year
Local students, parents and principals got to be taste testers for an afternoon. They gathered at the Gaston County Schools’ nutrition department in Lowell Thursday to sample food for free. After...
View ArticleLibrary investigation over, no discipline handed out
An investigation into the head of the Lincoln County library system will not result in disciplinary action. Allegations against Lincoln County Library Director Jennifer Sackett were unfounded,...
View ArticleHow not to be a victim of holiday crime
With the holiday season ramping up, crimes usually do, too. Gaston County saw several Thanksgiving weekend crimes, from a convenience store holdup to a tire shop robbery. “Around the holidays people...
View ArticleGOP star helping McHenry raise Christmastime cash
Donors willing to ante up and show their campaign Christmas spirit for U.S. Rep. Patrick McHenry will be treated to a lavish celebration in Gastonia this month. The Gastonia native and 10th District...
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