Christmas and Hanukkah coincide in a rare calendar event, with celebrations emphasizing unity, light, and shared values across communities and faiths.

A procession for fallen Greensboro Officer Michael Horan will take place, escorting his body from Raleigh to Greensboro and impacting traffic along I-85.

Fuquay-Varina offers post-Christmas tree disposal through a curbside pick-up service or at their Convenience Center, with collection running from December 26 to January 31.

The Wren Memorial Library in Chatham County is hosting free community events including game nights, a bilingual financial literacy game, a book sale, a paint night, and a LEGO day in January 2025.

The City of Raleigh announces office closures and service adjustments for the Christmas holiday, including changes to waste collection and public transit schedules. Emergency services remain available.

Chatham County Public Libraries invite adults to join the Adult Winter Reading BINGO Challenge, offering a chance to win a grand prize from December 20, 2024, to February 15, 2025.

After six years of service, Koa the police K-9 from Holly Springs retires, with his handler Officer Juarez providing him a home for his retirement years.

Wake County is holding a Homelessness Memorial to honor lives lost on the streets, highlighting ongoing efforts to address homelessness after reporting fewer deaths this year compared to the last.

Raleigh Parks and Recreation invites 8 to 14-year-olds to free monthly mountain bike rides. Safety gear required; registration recommended but drop-ins allowed.

The Worthdale Community Center in Raleigh is hosting a free Holiday Pajama Party for children ages 5 to 12 on December 22, featuring cocoa, games, and face painting.

North Carolina opens a new Peer Respite Center in Wake County to offer support for individuals facing mental health crises, featuring Peer Support Specialists with lived experience.

Raleigh Water's Michael Carpenter organized a toy drive that collected over 1,200 gifts for children affected by Hurricane Helene in Western North Carolina.

Orange County Animal Services reminds pet owners to protect their pets from cold weather, emphasizing that even fur-coated animals are at risk of cold-related issues such as frostbite and hypothermia.