Tom Embrey
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Recent Stories
Aberdeen Fire Station Expansion Completed
After more than a month of delays, the expansion of the Aberdeen fire station is complete and move-in is expected within the next couple of weeks.
Man Enters Car With Kids Inside at Day Care Center
Southern Pines police are looking for a man who entered a car with two small children inside that was left running outside a day care center Tuesday.
Village Seeking Answers in Meeting With Park Service
Consultants representing the village of Pinehurst will meet with National Park Service officials later this month.
Reindeer Fun Run Raises Funds for Boys and Girls Club
It may be well past Christmas, but the Boys and Girls Club of the Sandhills received a belated gift this week, courtesy of organizers of the Reindeer Fun Run.
New Village Police Chief Focuses on Visibility
Earl Phipps was well on his way to a career in music when a ride in a police car changed his tune.
Aberdeen Raises Concerns on U.S. 1 Options
The effect of improvements to U.S. 1 on local towns as part of a countywide transportation plan remains a concern for Aberdeen town officials.
Man Charged With Urinating in Store
A Fayetteville man is facing multiple charges after authorities say he concealed merchandise and urinated on merchandise Wednesday while in Walmart.
Village Gives OK to Consolidating Two Boards
Citing a difficulty attracting volunteers to serve on village boards, Pinehurst is taking steps to consolidate its Planning Board and Board of Adjustment.
WP Cleared to Begin Refilling Cardinal Lake
It started with a sinkhole, and nearly six years later, the fact that the Cardinal Lake dam project has been completed is still sinking in for some.
Village Police Warn of Scam Attempts
A recent scam attempt that cost one Pinehurst couple nearly $4,000 has police officers warning residents to beware.










