Money Matters: 5 Financial Mistakes

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This article is part of a regular series contributed by Pete D’Arruda, aka “Coach Pete”, president of Capital Financial Advisory Group here in Cary, NC. Photo by Chelsea Phillips.

Cary, NC – When it comes to achieving your financial goals, there are plenty of risks and opportunities for failure. Whether it is saving for college, planning for retirement or investing in the stock market, there are pitfalls threatening your dreams and livelihood.

Don’t let these 5 common financial mistakes ruin your chances for a successful financial future. Read more

Don Frantz: What’s All the Buzz About?

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From the blog of Town Council member Don Frantz. Photo by Bob Gutowski.

Cary, NC – I love my job on the Cary Town Council. It has been one of the most rewarding experiences in my life – and at times one of the most surprising. This is one of those times. Read more

Inside the Eye: Ducks Shoot Down Canes

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Story by Bob Fennel. Photos by Tom Mousseau.

Cary-lina, NC – The Carolina Hurricanes lost another shootout, this time to the Anaheim Ducks, 3-2 after a game well played game by both teams. I’ve never been a fan of shootouts and neither can the Canes as they are the only team not to win a shootout this season dropping all five that they’ve been in. Read more

Business: Top 5 Twitter Tricks

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Story by Hal Goodtree. Twitter bird by Leandro Agro.

Morrisville, NC – This morning, I had the pleasure of addressing Coffee & Connections at the Morrisville Chamber. My topic was Top 5 Twitter Tricks. Read more

Cary Veteran Awarded French Legion of Honor

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Story from staff reports. Photo of Col. Shook by Hal Goodtree.

Cary, NC – “Dear Mr. Shook,” the letter begins, “I am pleased to inform you that by decree of President Sarkozy, you have been appointed a “Chevalier” of the Legion of Honor.” Read more

Inside the Eye: Capital Punishment

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Story by Bob Fennel. Photos for CaryCitizen by Suzie Wolf.

Cary-lina, NC – The Carolina Hurricanes played an outstanding game in every aspect blanking the Washington Capitals 5-0 behind Justin Peter’s first NHL shutout.   Eric Staal led the offense with 2 goals and an assist while the entire team, and fans, were energized from the opening drop of the puck to the final horn. Read more

Morrisville Chamber: Annual Meeting Shows Robust Business Community

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Story and pictures by Hal Goodtree.

Morrisville, NC – Carlotta Ungaro, the President of the Morrisville Chamber of Commerce, asked me to take pictures of the group’s annual meeting. “Sure,” I said, expecting 40 or 50 people and rubber chicken. Boy, was I wrong. Read more

Weather: Snow Tonight in Cary?

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Story and photo by Hal Goodtree.

Cary, NC – It’s probably a false alarm. Anyway, schools are already closed tomorrow. But there’s a chance we’ll get some snow this evening after 3 PM. Read more

Inside the Eye: Canes Bite Sharks 3-2

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Story by Bob Fennel. Photo by Suzie Wolf.

Cary-lina, NC – The Carolina Hurricanes beat the San Jose Sharks at The RBC center 3-2 on Friday February 17th in front of a sellout (and loud) crowd.  Read more

Cary Business: Ockham Acquires Nexus

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Story from staff reports. Scanning electron micrograph by Anne Weston for  Wellcome Industries.

Cary, NC – The high-tech focus of Cary business continues to expand with the acquisition of Nexus Oncology by Ockham, a Cary company. Read more