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Fatal wreck shuts down Southwest Bouldevard

Officials confirmed that the driver of a passenger vehicle died after it hit a transfer truck and then landed in a wooded area on southwest Boulevard near Pinehurst Lane just south of Newton around 2:45 p.m. on Wednesday.
Read more in the Thursday edition of the O-N-E.

Newton police looking for missing man

The City of Newton Police Department is seeking the assistance of the public in locating the whereabouts of Gary L. Johnson. Mr. Johnson was last seen at his residence in Newton, NC on November 30th, 2018. It is unknown what Mr.

Vale man struck, killed along I-40 in Conover

Officials say David Harold Lowe of Vale was killed as he was attempting to cross the I-40 east on-ramp at 133 around 2:30 am Friday.
The driver involved was Jason See of Conover.
Read more in the weekend edition of the O-N-E.

Newton man arrested on child porn charges

On November 30th, 2018, the Newton Police Department was notified of a possible Child Pornography investigation that was initiated by Alamance County Sheriff’s Office, Special Victims Unit. A report was filed at Alamance County Sheriff’s Office and was forwarded to Newton Police Department.

Don Brown is sworn in as next sheriff of Catawba County

Don Brown is sworn in as the next sheriff of Catawba County.

Police chase ends with two-vehicle wreck

A police chase that started in Burke County ended when the suspect lost control of his truck and crashed into another vehicle near Blackburn Elementary School around 10:30 Monday morning.
Read more in the Tuesday edition of the O-N-E.

The City of Newton honor Chief Don Brown during retirement ceremony

After spending 30 years with the Newton Police Department, Chief Don Brown retiring. However, that retirement will be short lived as he will be sworn in at Catawba County Sheriff on Monday.

Read more in the weekend edition of the O-N-E.

Wreck involving transfer truck slows traffic on NC 16

A wreck involving an 18-wheeler and passenger car has slowed traffic on N.C. 16 near the in front of Dale Earnhardt Chevy around 11 a.m. Monday.

Newton family continues annual tradition of serving Thanksgiving meal to community

Smells both sweet and savory greet your nose as you walk through door. The twinkle of candles bouncing off three golden pumpkins perfectly arranged at the center of the large oak table catch your eye. A welcoming embrace from a loved one you haven't seen in a while warms your heart.

Conover honors art contest winners

The walls of Conover’s City Hall will soon have new artwork with the help from local 4th-grade students.
The winners of the 7th annual City of Conover Art contest were announced during a ceremony on Monday. This year’s theme was “What in Conover are you thankful for?”