Downtown Bridge closes for Re-Construction

Bridge Close May 12
The 45 year old bridge linking downtown New Bern with US 70e closes next month, there are several alternate routes into the downtown area marked with new signs. This bridge is adjacent to the Riverfront Convention Center and is long overdue. The new bridge will have a slightly higher profile and is due to be finished early in 2009.

Just a thought...

New Bern is getting geared up for the Tulip Extravaganza, otherwise known as the Spring Home & Garden Tour, which will be held this weekend. This year the (locally) famous Blades Mansion is on the tour. New owners have spent a lot of time and money refurbishing the old beautiful landmark, one of the few remaining signposts that point out a stellar past of millionaires who made their money from the timber industry. Seeing that part of New Bern's history will be fun for all....and then there's the tulips!!

Enjoy!