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A Camper Explosion in Gaston County Leave Two Injured

The Gaston County Emergency Management and Fire Services logo. Image retrieved from the Gaston County government website:...
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Main Street Champion: Mayor H.L. Beam’s Legacy

Image of Mayor H.L. Beam. Image retrieved from a press release from David Day, Cherryville's Downtown Director....
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Cherryville P.D. and A.L.E. Abate Local Drug Hotspot

The abated residence on Pine Street. There is a sign that warns people not to trespass on...
Map showing Interstate 85 with marked exits 19 and 21. The map highlights Aberdeen Blvd and North Brookwood Road, includes surrounding streets, and shows the logo for Wise News Network.

Diesel Spill Causes Traffic Jam on I-85 North

An approximate map of the area the spill occurred. The spill occurred between exits 19 and 21...
Seal of the City of Cherryville, North Carolina, featuring three cherries on a blue circle background with text "Est. 1881".

Vernon Street Closure Paused Amid Dispute; Other Topics Discussed

The City of Cherryville's seal. Wednesday, February 28, 2024, by Mason Beam (WNN). By: Grace Smith -...
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Fatal Shooting Leads to an Arrest and Rescue

The seal for the Gaston County Police Department. Image retrieved from the Gaston County Police Department Facebook...
A map showing two marked locations: Gaston Webbs Chapel Road and Landers Chapel Road, and Quik Trip at US 321 and North Chester Street, connected by a straight black line.

500 Gallon Cooking Oil Spill Causes Hazardous Road Conditions

An approximate map of the significantly affected areas of the cooking oil spill. All information was retrieved...
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City Council Nominates Historical Board; Other Topics Discussed

The Cherryville City Council bench. Tuesday, February 27, 2024, by Mason Beam (WNN). By: Grace Smith -...
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Vultures Loom to Prey on Injured Doodle-Mix “Bentley”

By: WNN Staff Reports - Wise News Network Updated: Feb. 20, 2024, 2:19 p.m. GASTONIA, NC (WNN)...
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Rezoning for Cluster Homes Denied

The neighborhood entrance for Terrace Estates. The City Council met on Monday, January 8, 2024 to discuss...