Preseason Camp Notebook No. 9 GREENVILLE, N.C. – A day after conducting its initial scrimmage of fall camp, East Carolina returned to the Cliff Moore Practice Complex Sunday morning for a corrective two-and-a-half hour workout in shells. The Pirates also prepared for their second two-a-day of fall camp, which will take place Monday.   “I thought today went well,” head coach Ruffin McNeill said. “They h ...

Unable to Secure Second Place Position WILMINGTON, North Carolina – The Hammerheads fell 2-0 to the Richmond Kickers in their final regular season home game at Legion Stadium on Wednesday night. The Hammerheads (13-7-3) remain in second place with 42 points in USL’s American Division. The Kickers (12-7-3) earned three points with the victory and now have 39 points and remained third in the league. Both team ...

RALEIGH, N.C. (August 10, 2011) – The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission has completed renovations to the Halls Creek Boating Access Area in Elizabeth City, which is now open to the public. “The renovations to this Pasquotank County site will give both boaters and anglers better, more convenient access to the Little River,” said Erik Christofferson, chief of the Commission’s Division of Engineering Services ...

Raleigh, NC - As September’s cooler days approach, mark your calendar for a slew of programs at the N.C. Museum of History in Raleigh. Do you need expert advice about how to care for a treasured possession, such as a quilt, silver tray, or clock? Register now for a slot at Conservation Assistance Day and get some free advice. During another September program, hear about the lives of textile mill workers in ...

Wilmington, NC— Another newly renovated neighborhood park is ready for residents’ enjoyment. Officials will gather at 6:00 this evening to cut the ribbon on Monterey Heights Park, one of a number of smaller local facilities opening this summer. The $180,000 renovation to the park includes a walking trail, multi-purpose playing field, and playground. The renovations were made possible through the public’s su ...

Pirate Women Named National All-Academic Team NEW ORLEANS, La. – The East Carolina women’s track and field squad has been named a Division I All-Academic Team by the United States Track and Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) according to a release from the organization Thursday. The Pirates produced a team grade-point average of 3.15 to earn the distinction with a total of 164 institutio ...

Roanoke, VA (August 13, 2011) - The Kinston Indians defeated the Salem Red Sox in 13 innings by a score of 9-7 on Saturday Night. Kinston used three hits a walk and a sacrifice fly to score two runs and win the game 9-7. The turning point was a wild pitch committed by Salem relief pitcher T.J. Hose, which put the K-Tribe up 8-7 and then a sac fly by Roberto Perez gave the K-Tribe insurance, and ultimately t ...

Raleigh, NC – Over the past six weeks, Carolina Ale House was awarded several more accolades as its popularity continues to grow in the Southeast. Herald-Sun Reader’s Choice Awards (Durham) 2011: Finalist: Favorite Sports Bar Cary News Best of Cary 2011: Best Family Restaurant Best Lunch Restaurant Best Singles Hot Spot Best Place to Watch the Big Game MetroBravo 2011(The Triangle to the Coast): Winner: Bes ...

Former Long Snapper Signs Free Agent Contract GREENVILLE, N.C. – Former East Carolina long snapper and three-time All-Conference USA performer Wilson Raynor has signed a free agent contract with the New York Jets, according to a confirmation by the National Football League organization.   A Dunn (N.C.) native who prepped at Triton High School and spent a year at Hargrave Military Academy, Raynor exhaus ...

Onslow County, NC - Visit the Lynnwood Park Zoo! They are open Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday from 10am to 5pm.  Cash or checks accepted.  Located at 1701 Wells Road in Jacksonville. Bring your picnics and have fun! No charge to get back in the zoo for same day return after you stop by Equine Country located nearby for sodas, sandwiches, and ice cream. Visit them at www.lynnwoodparkzoo.com for more inf ...