“This team is different” has been a frequent refrain from hopeful Carolina Hurricanes fans. A lot of talent has passed through the Canes organization during the past decade. And yet, Caniacs’ hopes have not materialized into a playoffs spot since the 2008-09 season. As the NHL regular season begins tonight for the Hurricanes against the New York Islanders, there is cause for … [Read more...] about Carolina Hurricanes open the Season against the Islanders
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Mother’s Day Brunch Recommendations
Mother's Day is Sunday, May 12, 2013. We offer the following restaurant suggestions. Please remember to make reservations well in advance. 518 West 518 West Jones Street • Raleigh, NC 27603 (919) 829-2518 518west.com Although 518 West is an Italian restaurant, it offers many American favorites on the brunch menu, such as grits, biscuits and omelettes. 518 West has a … [Read more...] about Mother’s Day Brunch Recommendations
Parks and Recreation publishes Leisure Ledger
Raleigh Parks and Recreation Department’s has published the January - April 2013 Leisure Ledger. The Leisure Ledger is a guide to Raleigh Parks and Recreation Department’s programs, special events, and facilities. This is a sampling of what the Parks and Recreation Department offers: Adventure (wilderness Survival Course, rock climbing, kayaking) Aquatics (swimming … [Read more...] about Parks and Recreation publishes Leisure Ledger
City to Make Pedestrian and Bicycle Improvements on Wade Avenue
The Raleigh City council has approved a $374,344 contract with Turner Asphalt, Inc., to make bicycle and pedestrian improvements on Wade Avenue. The purpose of the project is to enhance pedestrian and bicycle connectivity along Wade Avenue between Ridge Road and Faircloth Street. The improvements also will provide direct connectivity to the House Creek Greenway, a planned … [Read more...] about City to Make Pedestrian and Bicycle Improvements on Wade Avenue
Pullen Park to Re-open on November 19
Pullen Park will re-open on November 19, 2011 after being closed for renovations for nearly two years. The City of Raleigh has made improvements to the carousel house, welcome center, concessions building, picnic shelters, and train station. From the City of Raleigh website: A revised Master Plan for Pullen Park was adopted by the Raleigh City Council on Oct. 21, … [Read more...] about Pullen Park to Re-open on November 19