Honoring lives recently lost in the Durham community, with upcoming services and remembrances.
Wes Platt
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A teen died from a rare brain infection. Investigators say an interactive water feature at El Futuro was the most likely source. Here’s what they found and what questions remain.
A teenage boy died after contracting a rare brain infection. Now, investigators say an interactive water feature at a Durham nonprofit was the most likely source.
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A new road map for Durham’s arts scene and a health survey showing deep income gaps led Monday night’s county commissioners meeting. Here’s what stood out.
Would you spend thousands to challenge a 270-foot tower near your neighborhood? That’s the hurdle facing Scott King Road residents before Duke Energy’s Sept. 22 hearing.
