Life in the military is not an easy one. Milestones big and small are missed. From the first words and the home run hit, to birthdays and graduations; these are moments that can never be recreated. …
From the blog of Cary Mayor Harold Weinbrecht, covering the week through September 18, 2011. In compliance with North Carolina election law, CaryCitizen has edited Harold’s Blog this week if necessary to omit any campaign-related references. You can read Harold’s Blog in its complete form at http://haroldweinbrecht.com. Photo by Hal Goodtree. Cary,…
This kind of bulk mailing is referred to by the credit card people as an “exclusive offer.” By “exclusive” they mean that they are limiting it to anyone who has not been dead for more than six years. …
There is some fascinating history in that building including the separate entrances for white and non-white patrons. Wow, we have come a long way in the last few decades. Thank God!…
Last Sunday, News of the World published its last issue. The 168-year old newspaper was shuttered after allegations surfaced of police bribery and hacking into the cell phones of crime and terror victimes. If this is journalism, count me out.…
Cary, NC – Editor’s Notes: Imagine my surprise to get an op-ed request from North Carolina Governor Bev Perdue. I immediately suspected it was the popularity of Mayor Harold Weinbrecht’s blog here on CaryCitizen. Actually, the Governor’s office sent out the op ed to newspapers across the state. Few will…
Welcome to the inauguration of CaryCitizen! This is my first editorial. So it’s a good time to explain why I’m launching a news channel devoted to our town. Cary is an interesting place. Time and time again, our town is cited as one of the most desirable places to live…
