Driver charged in fatal North Hall wreck that killed Gainesville woman
by On Friday, July 11, a Baldwin man was involved in a fatal collision in North Hall County and is facing several counts, including first-degree vehicular …
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Federal funding freeze jeopardizes after-school programs in Northeast Georgia
A federal freeze on education funding is putting vital after-school programs in Northeast Georgia at risk. The Boys & Girls Clubs of Lanier (BGCL) said …
Young bear rescued after wandering with pretzel container stuck on head
Georgia wildlife officials responded to more than a dozen calls last weekend about an unusual bear sighting—one involving a plastic pretzel container and a curious …
Habersham tax digest to be discussed at July 14 Board of Assessors meeting
Habersham’s 2025 tax digest will be discussed at the upcoming Board of Tax Assessors meeting on Monday, July 14. The assessors must approve the digest …
Catholic relics on display at Cleveland church
On June 28, St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church in Cleveland, GA, unveiled a rare and remarkable collection of first-class relics in a newly dedicated …
Cleveland mourns sudden passing of former Police Chief John Foster
The City of Cleveland is mourning the sudden loss of former Police Chief John Foster, who passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, July 12. He was …
Young bear rescued after wandering with pretzel container stuck on head
Georgia wildlife officials responded to more than a dozen calls last weekend about an unusual bear sighting—one involving a plastic pretzel container and a curious …
Homeless encampment discovered outside Cornelia, three issued trespass warnings
The Habersham County Sheriff’s Office Code Enforcement Division responded Thursday to a complaint of a homeless encampment on private property just outside the city limits …
Cleveland DDA updated on plans for the downtown area
The Cleveland Downtown Development Authority is reviewing projects that are expected to enhance the downtown area. The authority was reactivated in 2021 and has been …
Federal funding freeze jeopardizes after-school programs in Northeast Georgia
A federal freeze on education funding is putting vital after-school programs in Northeast Georgia at risk. The Boys & Girls Clubs of Lanier (BGCL) said …