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Top Raleigh news: Bandwidth to add 1,165 jobs; domestic violence agency stays open for victims

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Published on April 08, 2020
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Raleigh firm that enables voice conferencing for Google, Zoom plans to add 1,165 jobs

The tech firm Bandwidth produces communications software that supports voice conferencing. It has been based in Raleigh for 20 years.

Read the full story on The News & Observer.

Raleigh seafood company focuses on home deliveries, as NC seafood industry hit hard by COVID-19

April, May and June are the most important months for Raleigh-based wholesaler Locals Seafood. But sales to restaurants are down 95%, due to the Coronavirus pandemic.

Read the full story on Russ Bowen.

Raleigh moms launch virtual one-room school house with free weekday sessions for kids, families

Two Raleigh moms are building a virtual village for kids and families, providing some continuity to our days, as schools and businesses are shut down to prevent the spread of the coronavirus. In just a few weeks, their venture, Tin Can Kids, already is taking off -- and bigger than they ever expected.

Read the full story on WRAL Go Ask Mom.

Raleigh domestic violence agency stays open to help victims

Law enforcement officials say the outbreak and the resulting stay-at-home orders have led to a drop in most types of crime. But there's one frightening exception to that trend — domestic violence.

Read the full story on WRAL.


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