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Happy Monday, Raleigh! City offices will be closed December 24-26 for the Christmas holiday. If you have Thursday or Friday curbside trash/recycle/yard waste service, it will be delayed by one day. Have a wonderful holiday! |
December 22, 2025 at 1:37 PM
We are pleased to announce that Shikha Gupta has been named the City’s Director of Solid Waste Services! raleighnc.gov/landfill-and...
Environmental Veteran to Lead Solid Waste Services Department
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December 19, 2025 at 9:48 PM
Each year, thousands visit Pullen Park to enjoy Holiday Express. Savannah Hubbard spends all year planning and coordinating this. She and her team ensure there is something for everyone. She loves her job, especially during this magical time of year! www.youtube.com/watch?v=kU1J...
This is What I Do! Plan Events Like Holiday Express at Pullen Park
YouTube video by City of Raleigh
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December 19, 2025 at 9:41 PM
Each year, we receive money from the federal government to use for affordable housing initiatives. We want your input on how to use it! Please take this short survey. publicinput.com/f48244
Annual Affordable Housing and Community Needs Survey - PublicInput
-- The City is gathering community input to inform the 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan which will guide how the City uses federal and local funds to create and preserve affordable housing address homeles...
publicinput.com
December 19, 2025 at 3:50 PM
You’ve got gifts to unwrap! Where does that paper go? Try the SCRUNCH TEST. If you scrunch wrapping paper into a ball and it stays together, it can be recycled! If not, trash it. More tips! raleighnc.gov/landfill-and...
December 18, 2025 at 7:41 PM
Raleigh has one of the strongest housing safety codes in North Carolina, regulating nearly 800 conditions to keep renters safe. Need to report an issue? Call 919-996-2444 or visit Ask Raleigh at ask.raleighnc.gov/ask. Learn more: raleighnc.gov/housing/serv...
December 18, 2025 at 2:50 PM
Things you have in common with our acorn: you’ll both look sharp on NYE! Crews are taking it to artist David Benson’s studio for its annual polishing.
December 16, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Happy Monday, Raleigh! There's no place quite like Raleigh for the holidays! Maybe skating on the ice at Red Hat Amphitheater is your thing. Or how about seeing lighted art displays downtown? There's so much to do! raleighnc.gov/holidays
December 15, 2025 at 2:03 PM
An 84-acre park in northeast Raleigh for recreational activities in natural settings. Sounds great! That’s the future Neuse River Park! Come review plans and provide feedback on a detailed layout for the park.

Dec. 17 from 6-8 p.m.
Abbotts Creek Community Center.

raleighnc.gov/parks-and-re...
December 12, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Frying some good food this holiday season? We’re here to make cleanup easy with free curbside grease pickup through January 9! Call 919-996-3245 to schedule a pickup.

Most importantly, keep that grease out of the drain!
December 11, 2025 at 2:55 PM
On Thursday, the NC State Capitol and Governor Josh Stein will host their annual tree-lighting ceremony. From 5-6:45 p.m., public safety officials will close Morgan Street (Salisbury to Wilmington) and the 100 block of Fayetteville Street. Please keep this in mind for your evening commute!
December 9, 2025 at 9:10 PM
The City’s garbage, recycling, and yard waste collection may be delayed due to winter weather. Please leave carts at the curb until serviced. For an up-to-date list of adjustments we’re making to City services or programs, please stay tuned to this page. raleighnc.gov/news/winter-...
December 8, 2025 at 9:36 PM
There’s some wintry weather in our area! For an up-to-date list of adjustments we’re making to City services or programs, please stay tuned to this page. raleighnc.gov/news/winter-...

(Photo is from 2022.)
December 8, 2025 at 8:12 PM
Happy Monday, Raleigh! Looking for a job where you can make a difference? Our 911 Center is hiring! And from Dec. 11-14, we’re transforming Moore Square into a magical Winterfaire! Hope you can check it out.
December 8, 2025 at 1:33 PM
An 84-acre park in northeast Raleigh for recreational activities in natural settings. Sounds great, right? That’s the future Neuse River Park! Come review and provide feedback on a detailed layout for the park.

🔵 Wednesday, Dec. 17 from 6-8 p.m.
🔵 Abbotts Creek Community Center. 9950 Durant Road.
December 5, 2025 at 3:43 PM
We're turning recycled plant material into prettier streetscapes! We expect to use about 10,000 yards of mulch each year to refresh landscapes in neighborhoods across the city. raleighnc.gov/transportati...
City of Raleigh Launches First-Ever Municipal Mulch Truck Program
raleighnc.gov
December 4, 2025 at 7:54 PM
Join the Raleigh-Wake Emergency Communications Center and make a real difference in your community! raleighnc.gov/emergency-co...
December 4, 2025 at 1:59 PM
Great work by the Raleigh Fire Department last night! Crews were able to put out the Raleigh Convention Center fire in under an hour. No one was hurt. The exact cause is still under investigation. Crews will be on scene today to assess the damage and determine the exact cause.

📷 Mike Legeros
December 2, 2025 at 1:39 PM
From Dec. 11-14, Moore Square will transform into a festive destination inspired by the charm of traditional holiday markets! You’ll find live performances, holiday crafts, games, a beer garden, food trucks, and more! It all begins Dec. 11 at 5 p.m. raleighnc.gov/parks-and-re...
December 1, 2025 at 6:24 PM
Happy Monday, Raleigh! Want to get involved with your city? Consider joining a board or commission! And our Parks Department is ready for next year: winter and spring program registration begins Tuesday!
December 1, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Each year, we receive money from the federal government to be used for affordable housing initiatives. We want your input on how to use it! Please take this short survey. publicinput.com/f48244
5-Year Affordable Housing and Community Needs Survey - PublicInput
-- The City is gathering community input to inform the 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan which will guide how the City uses federal and local funds to create and preserve affordable housing address homeles...
publicinput.com
November 26, 2025 at 3:59 PM
Frying some good food this holiday season? We’re here to make cleanup easy with free curbside grease pickup through January 9! Call 919-996-3245 to schedule a pickup.

Most importantly, keep that grease out of the drain!
November 25, 2025 at 3:26 PM
Happy Monday, Raleigh! It’s getting cold out, and open play sports are a great way to have fun indoors! And here’s how Thanksgiving will affect City services.
November 24, 2025 at 1:13 PM
It’s that time of year to make some delicious food! But please do it safely. If you’re not careful when frying, it can get dangerous right quick!
November 22, 2025 at 8:27 PM
We lit the tree at Moore Square, and now weeks of festive family fun are underway! There’s no place like Raleigh for the holidays!
November 22, 2025 at 1:03 AM