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Canes acquire third-round pick from Lightning

By South Raleigh News | Jun 30, 2024

RALEIGH, NC - Eric Tulsky, General Manager of the National Hockey League’s Carolina Hurricanes, announced today that the team has acquired a third-round pick in the 2025 NHL Draft from the Tampa Bay Lightning in exchange for forward Jake Guentzel.

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Carolina Hurricanes bolster roster with new draft selections

By South Raleigh News | Jun 30, 2024

LAS VEGAS - The Carolina Hurricanes have strengthened their roster with new selections following a trade with the Chicago Blackhawks. After moving out of the first round, the Hurricanes made all their picks on Day 2 of the event, selecting players in Rounds 2-7. The team chose five forwards and five defensemen.

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South Raleigh News area weekly mass times

By South Raleigh News | Jun 29, 2024

The following parishes in the South Raleigh News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Pyotr Kochetkov named to NHL's All-Rookie Team for outstanding performance

By South Raleigh News | Jun 29, 2024

The National Hockey League announced the 2023-24 NHL All-Rookie Team on Thursday, selecting Carolina Hurricanes netminder Pyotr Kochetkov as the goaltender.

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Governor Cooper signs five bills into law

By South Raleigh News | Jun 28, 2024

Governor Roy Cooper signed five bills into law today. The newly enacted legislation includes:

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Sebastian Aho named to Finnish team for NHL's Four Nations Face-Off

By South Raleigh News | Jun 28, 2024

The Finnish Ice Hockey Association announced today that Carolina Hurricanes forward Sebastian Aho has been selected as one of the first six players named to Finland’s roster for the NHL 4 Nations Face-Off. The tournament will be held in Montreal and Boston from February 12-20, 2025. Teams representing Canada, Finland, Sweden, and the United States will compete in a round-robin format, with the two teams holding the best overall records advancing to the championship game at TD Garden.

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Attorney General Stein comments on recent legislative session outcomes

By South Raleigh News | Jun 28, 2024

Attorney General Josh Stein Reacts to Legislative Actions

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Supreme Court rejects Purdue Pharma's bankruptcy plan

By South Raleigh News | Jun 27, 2024

Attorney General Josh Stein released a statement following the United States Supreme Court's decision to reject Purdue Pharma’s bankruptcy plan, which included $6 billion allocated to combat the opioid crisis.

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PNC Arena set for major upgrades with new mixed-use district

By South Raleigh News | Jun 27, 2024

RALEIGH, N.C. – Tom Dundon, Owner and Governor of the National Hockey League’s Carolina Hurricanes, and the Centennial Authority announced today that the Centennial Authority has approved a development agreement for constructing a multi-phase, mixed-use district around PNC Arena. Additionally, the Hurricanes’ lease extension has been approved and signed by the Centennial Authority, officially keeping the team at PNC Arena through at least the 2043-44 NHL season. The signing of the lease extension jumpstarts the $300 million arena enhancement project that will begin...

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Attorney General Josh Stein responds to SCOTUS ruling on emergency abortion care

By South Raleigh News | Jun 27, 2024

Attorney General Josh Stein today released a statement following the United States Supreme Court's decision to reinstate a preliminary injunction protecting the right of women in Idaho to obtain an abortion when necessary to prevent serious health harms. Attorney General Stein had previously filed a friend-of-the-court brief urging the Court to uphold this protection under the federal Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act.

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Governor Cooper emphasizes urgent need for early childhood education funding during Concord visit

By South Raleigh News | Jun 27, 2024

Today, Governor Roy Cooper visited Cabarrus Bilingual Preschool in Concord to observe child care practices and highlight the urgent funding needs for early childhood education and child care. Accompanied by child care advocates and local officials, the Governor emphasized the critical nature of investment in this sector. Cabarrus Bilingual Preschool, a 5-star licensed child care center and NC Pre-K program provider operated by Families First, served as the backdrop for his visit.

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Governor Cooper responds to SCOTUS ruling in Moyle v. United States

By South Raleigh News | Jun 27, 2024

Today, Governor Roy Cooper issued a statement regarding the Supreme Court’s decision in Moyle v. United States:

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North Carolina pilots certification program for electric vehicle supply equipment technicians

By South Raleigh News | Jun 27, 2024

This summer, North Carolina will pilot a new course to train and certify technicians in the installation and maintenance of Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations. The Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Field Technician Certification program will be piloted at Wake Tech Community College with support from the North Carolina Business Committee for Education (NCBCE) and the Siemens Foundation's EVeryone Charging Forward™ Initiative. The course was developed through a sectoral partnership led by NCBCE, which convened employers in the industry with education and workforce...

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North Carolina passes bill addressing AI-related sex crimes

By South Raleigh News | Jun 27, 2024

Attorney General Josh Stein today issued a statement following the passage of H591 by the General Assembly. The legislation aims to modernize North Carolina’s sex crimes laws to address threats posed by artificial intelligence (AI) to children and families. The bill passed both the House and Senate unanimously and is now set to be reviewed by the Governor.

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Carolina Hurricanes prepare for nine picks in upcoming NHL Draft

By South Raleigh News | Jun 27, 2024

The Carolina Hurricanes are preparing for the 2024 NHL Draft, set to take place over two days. Round 1 will commence at 7 p.m. ET on Friday, June 28, followed by Rounds 2-7 starting at 11:30 a.m. ET on Saturday, June 29. Fans in the United States can catch the first round on ESPN, while subsequent rounds will be available on ESPN+ and NHL Network.

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Door manufacturer relocates headquarters creating 37 jobs in Forsyth County

By South Raleigh News | Jun 26, 2024

Excel Interior Door, LLC, a manufacturer of residential doors, will create at least 37 new jobs as it relocates its headquarters to Forsyth County, Governor Roy Cooper announced today. The company will invest $10.5 million to establish its administrative offices and a new manufacturing facility in Winston-Salem.

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Carolina Hurricanes prepare for future with notable draft selections

By South Raleigh News | Jun 26, 2024

RALEIGH, NC - The Carolina Hurricanes are set to expand their prospect pool at the 2024 NHL Draft, scheduled for Friday and Saturday at Sphere in Las Vegas. This event marks the first draft with Eric Tulsky as general manager, though Assistant General Manager Darren Yorke will oversee the process for the sixth consecutive year.

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Carolina Hurricanes announce six-game exhibition schedule for 2024

By South Raleigh News | Jun 26, 2024

RALEIGH, NC - The National Hockey League’s Carolina Hurricanes have announced the team’s 2024 exhibition schedule. Carolina will play six exhibition games before opening the 2024-25 regular season, including three games at PNC Arena. Ticket information will be announced at a later date.

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NC State achieves fourth consecutive top-25 Learfield Directors’ Cup finish

By South Raleigh News | Jun 26, 2024

NC State Athletics concluded one of the most accomplished years in school history with its fourth straight top-25 finish in the Learfield Directors' Cup. The No. 21 final ranking marked just the fifth top-25 finish in school history.

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Attorney General announces sentencing in New Hanover County healthcare fraud case

By South Raleigh News | Jun 26, 2024

Attorney General Josh Stein announced the sentencing of a New Hanover County health care fraud conspiracy. "When people defraud the Medicaid program, they are defrauding North Carolina’s taxpayers," said Stein. "I will continue to do everything I can to protect North Carolinians’ investment and hold perpetrators accountable. I’m proud of the Medicaid Investigations Division’s work, along with state and federal investigators and prosecutors, to stop Medicaid fraud."