Archive of Our Own, the major fanfiction repository known as AO3, might be down for up to four weeks, the organization that runs the site said Thursday. The site is a massive online gathering place for thousands of fandoms. It hosts…
Following the death of Patrick Stewart at 86, a slew of tributes from acting colleagues and even Marvel Studios poured in on Thursday. Known for his roles as Capt. Jean-Luc Picard in “Star Trek” and Professor Charles Xavier in the "X-Men…
WSSU’s “Forever Red Homecoming” is scheduled for Nov. 1-8. The fun will include the WSSU Community Parade which will be held on Sunday. Parade Route SummaryResearch Parkway and 5th Street → Research Parkway → Rams Drive → Martin Luther King Jr. Drive → Cromartie Street → First…
Elke Sommer, the striking blonde bombshell of German descent who was a mainstay of 1960s Hollywood comedies and espionage movies including “The Prize” and “A Shot in the Dark,” has died. She was 85. Video above: Remembering those we've lost in 2026 With…
Thursday is National Cat Day, a day dedicated to celebrating cats and highlighting the animals still waiting for homes. National Cat Day is observed each year on Oct. 29. The day was created to celebrate cats and encourage people to consider…
Halloween is just two days away, and Salem is preparing for especially large crowds as the Witch City marks its 400th anniversary. Along with the city's traditional Halloween festivities, officials are reminding visitors that parking will be limited and are strongly…
For generations, stories about Milton Covel, a man known in parts of eastern North Carolina as Tricky Sam or Duke Buddy, have circulated through families and communities across the region. Some accounts describe unexplained events, seemingly impossible feats and spiritual…
Halloween is in just two days, and if you don't already have a costume idea, I got you. Inspired by a 2011 StarNews story, have you considered a Wilmington-centric costume? Back then, we suggested such costumes as late, legendary Wilmington tour…
Want a quick fright? Watch this. One Burlington 8th grader made a scary movie in her backyard. Now it's winning awards. A Burlington eigth grader has taken her love for scary movies to the next level, creating her own short-film in…
There’s nothing quite like celebrating Halloween in Salem. This year’s celebrations are particularly special as the Witch City celebrates its 400th anniversary. Here are some frighteningly festive activities to enjoy, and things to consider as you plan your trip. Official celebrations…
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