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At Apex’s Rock Harbor Grill, seafood and classic rock rule

David and Chandra Vance hope their vegetarian-friendly seafood menu and classic rock-inspired décor will make the Rock Harbor Grill a permanent fixture in downtown Apex. Published: Feb. 26, 2013 6:00 PM | Full story

The Halle targets adults with ‘The Cocktail Hour’

The Halle Cultural Arts Center in Apex is trying to reach out to more-mature audiences. Published: Feb. 23, 2013 6:00 PM | Full story

Cyber safety, for the very young

Baucom Elementary School partnered with the N.C. Department of Justice to host a cyber-safety seminar for parents. Published: Feb. 19, 2013 6:00 PM | Full story

In New Hill, riding the rails

Local preservations brought an 85-year-old steam locomotive home to North Carolina. After decades of museum service, the old girl may chug again. Published: Feb. 16, 2013 6:00 PM | Full story

Apex denies ‘fun park’

A family fun park isn’t coming town after all. After some residents signed a petition against the project, developers will likely look elsewhere outside Apex. Published: Feb. 9, 2013 6:00 PM | Full story

Saying ‘thanks’ to vets on Valentine’s Day

The Eva Perry Regional Library hosted an event for teens, who made Valentine’s Day cards for veterans. Published: Feb. 5, 2013 6:00 PM | Full story

Apex mayor: We’re set to grow, wisely

In the coming year, residents here can expect to see a second dog park, a disc golf course and a new sewage-treatment plant. Published: Jan. 26, 2013 6:00 PM | Full story

Critters run amok

Apex High School art teacher Ian Sands and his students stealthily placed about 25 CritterColor blocks in restaurants throughout the Triangle and beyond. Published: Jan. 22, 2013 12:00 PM | Full story

Charity ball aims beyond the ribbon

Dipali Aphale and Karen Cheng are hoping, of course, that the Beyond the Ribbon Ball they’re hosting this weekend brings in lots of money for the breast cancer foundation they chose as the event’s beneficiary. But they also hope their guests will leave feeling that they’ve gained something, too. Published: Jan. 22, 2013 6:00 PM | Full story

Developers plan two entertainment complexes in Apex

Two indoor amusement projects are in the works that could bring a new range of activities to southwestern Wake County. Published: Jan. 22, 2013 6:00 PM | Full story

Judge refuses to throw out red-light camera challenge

Thousands of $50 tickets are at issue as engineers and lawyers argue over how long the yellow light should last, to give drivers enough time to stop safely. Published: Jan. 17, 2013 9:22 AM | Full story

Apex restaurant manager’s good deed goes viral

Charles Vann, a manager at Red Robin in Apex, had no idea his act of kindness would garner so much online attention. Published: Jan. 12, 2013 5:20 PM | Full story

Learning the dance

Twirling around and around in pirouettes, Indian dance instructor Kriti Bhatia drew awe from the group gathered at the Eva Perry Regional Library. Published: Jan. 5, 2013 6:00 PM | Full story

Builders target families with multiple generations under one roof

Lennar’s “Next Gen” home, which features a private suite attached to a single-family home, is the latest attempt by a Triangle homebuilder to appeal to a growing demographic of buyers: those with multiple generations living under one roof. Published: Jan. 1, 2013 6:00 PM | Full story

Apex paves way for 100-acre development

Apex Town Council rezoned property to make way for Westford, a 100-acre mixed use development off U.S. 64 and Jenks Road. Published: Jan. 1, 2013 6:00 PM | Full story

Apex churches find Christmas spirit in tiny town of Aulander

Members of Peak and Apex United Methodist churches adopt families in the Bertie County town of Aulander each Christmas, buying clothes and gifts “that people really do need.” Published: Dec. 29, 2012 6:00 PM | Full story

Toll rate increases postponed as traffic rolls on completed Triangle Expressway

On the day commuters began using the last six-mile leg of the Triangle Expressway, the N.C. Turnpike Authority agreed to postpone scheduled rate increases for the state’s first modern toll road until July. Published: Dec. 25, 2012 6:00 PM | Full story

Apex finances show signs of recovery

Although Apex is still feeling the effects of a recovering economy there have been some signs of improvement, according to the town’s annual audit report. Published: Dec. 25, 2012 6:00 PM | Full story

Fire at Apex adult-care home displaces some residents

People whose rooms are on a hall where a utility-room fire occurred moved to another building, firefighters said. Published: Dec. 21, 2012 10:40 AM | Full story

Triangle Expressway gives more Wake residents a choice, starting Thursday

At 6 a.m. Thursday, the state Department of Transportation will open a six-mile section of the 540 Outer Loop from Holly Springs to Apex – completing the 18.8-mile Triangle Expressway to Research Triangle Park. Published: Dec. 20, 2012 2:09 PM | Full story

Alley Cats finds kitties good homes

Alley Cats and Angels is an all-volunteer nonprofit that connects stray cats throughout the Triangle with foster families and permanent homes. Published: Dec. 18, 2012 5:30 PM | Full story

Apex dog park to open Monday

Dog owners must register their pets with the town before they can use the new park on Ambergate Station Road. Published: Dec. 8, 2012 5:20 PM | Full story

Couple in their 80s robbed in Apex home

Police are looking for a man who robbed an elderly couple in their home shortly after noon Thursday. Published: Dec. 7, 2012 9:32 AM | Full story

Apex selling bricks for 9/11 memorial

Each $200 brick will feature the name of a veteran or public safety worker. Published: Dec. 4, 2012 6:00 PM | Full story

Oprah’s favorite things make their way to Apex

Catherine Woyee-Jones of Apex took part in the “Oprah’s Favorite Things” special this fall. Published: Dec. 1, 2012 6:00 PM | Full story

A pet, just in time for Christmas

Some Black Friday shoppers planned to snag deals on electronics and clothes. Instead, they got a new pet. Published: Nov. 27, 2012 6:00 PM | Full story

Apex decides to keep EMS

Apex plans to keep its EMS service and replace retiring EMS Chief Nicky Winstead instead of handing over the agency to Wake County. Published: Nov. 27, 2012 6:00 PM | Full story

Lufkin Road Middle gets a ropes course

The course will be used for team-building and other exercises. Published: Nov. 27, 2012 6:00 PM | Full story

Apex names new police chief

John Letteney, who has more than 30 years of law-enforcement experience, will take the helm of the Apex Police Department. Published: Nov. 24, 2012 4:45 PM | Full story

Middle Creek student is Miss North Carolina Teen USA

Kelsey Barberio, student body president at Middle Creek, will compete in the Miss Teen USA pageant. Published: Nov. 24, 2012 6:00 PM | Full story

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