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Hope Mills Man Charged with Sex Crimes Involving a Child
Cumberland County Sheriff's investigation turned up proof leading to the arrest of Richard Broadway.
Kelly Twedell, Patch Staff
Kelly Twedell, Patch Staff
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Local Hot-Button Issues
As in any town the issues affecting the community are constantly ongoing, evolving, and being taken into consideration. As part of the military community I have to say the country options for upcoming deployments looks bleak, high operational tempo cycles, increasing military suicide rates, sequester cuts, families unraveling at the seams and the biggest one right now - PTSD and the care of our wounded warriors.
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Hope Mills Mother Charged with DUI and Child Endangerment
Thursday morning law enforcement arrested and charged the woman with child endangerment, DUI and misuse of the 911 communications system.
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Nissan Recall on 5 Vehicle Models
Faulty airbag sensors could be affecting your vehicle.
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U.S. Urges North Korea to Tone Down Threats
U.S. and South Korean forces remain 'postured for any contingency,'says Pentagon Press Secretary George Little.
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DOD Details Sequester’s Effect on Health System
The Pentagon’s top health affairs official discusses the immediate and long-term effects of sequestration on the Defense Department’s military health care system.
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82nd Airborne Division Paratrooper Sustains Fatal Gunshot Wound on Fort Bragg
Investigation underway in the death of a Fort Bragg 4th Brigade Combat Team soldier.
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Fayetteville and Fort Bragg Catholics Excited About Pope Francis
White smoke rose from the Sistine Chapel Wednesday evening in Vatican City, marking the election of the Catholic faith's new leader. Learn some fun facts about him.
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Controversial HuffPost Story on the Military's 'Lavishness'
A Huffington Post writer, David Wood, comes under heavy fire from servicemembers and family members alike.
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Name Released, Fort Bragg Soldier Killed by Enemy Fire
Family attended the dignified transfer at Dover Air Force Base on Tuesday.
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Catholic Church Remains Leaderless, For Now
Black smoke signals no pope selection has been made yet.
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ABC's 'The Bachelor' Has Made His Choice
The former Fort Bragg Army brat or the carefree girl from Seattle, who won Sean's heart?
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Photos of the Day: Tactical Explosive Detection Dogs
KHOWST PROVINCE, Afghanistan - Sgt. Misa, a military working dog with the Tactical Explosive Detection Dog program assigned to 3rd Brigade Combat Team "Rakkasans," 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), demonstrates his ability to find explosi
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Study Finds PTSD Diagnoses Accurate
A report released Friday by the Army's surgeon general found a high degree of validity in the service's diagnoses and treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder.
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Creative Way Military Bases are Cutting Back
With the affects of sequestration hitting close to home, solutions are put into place.
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5 Things This Week
Fayetteville and Fort Bragg have ongoing weekly events - something for everyone this week.
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Jr. Fireantz Defeat Pineville Falcons in Shootout, Win the Carolina Hockey League Championships
The Jr.FireAntz end the season in first place with a 10-1-1 record.
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Hagel Meets With Soldiers in First Afghanistan Troop Visit
Defense secretary pleges to 'do his best' for troops and their families
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Fort Bragg Brigade Prepares for Deployment to Kosovo
The 525th BfSB will support the NATO mission.
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The Partnership for Children: Soiree, A Night in Paris
The community gathered Saturday night to benefit the children in Cumberland County.
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