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Local OB/GYN Dr. Sarah Maddison explains how GLP-1 medications (Ozempic, Wegovy) work, who benefits, common side effects, and why strength training and nutrition are needed to avoid rebound weight gain; she says these drugs improve metabolic health but require medical monitoring.

Bagel shops are multiplying across the Triangle as operators expand—Jeff's Bagel Run runs three local stores and H&H has a Cary location planned at Waverly Place—and owners say growth is driven by new residents and catering demand while profitability will hinge on hiring and daily consistency.

Hundreds gathered today at Downtown Cary Park for the town’s first Diwali celebration at the park, with music, dancing, lighting of lamps, a proclamation from the mayor (Harold Weinbrecht), and organizers saying they hope to make it an annual tradition.

Raleigh-based friends Ashley Ward and Lauren Goins run Porch Party, a seasonal decorating business that started in Aug.

2025 and quickly expanded to design front porches with pumpkins, mums, and holiday decor across the Triangle. Their service lets homeowners enjoy festive displays without lifting a finger.

Cary’s seasonal loose leaf collection returns with three designated curbside dates (Nov.

2, Nov. 30 and Jan. 4) when crews will clear autumn leaves from each section while residents can track progress online.

Two friends behind Porch Party in Raleigh, who started the business in August 2025, transform front porches with pumpkins, mums, and holiday greens.

They serve the Triangle & offer fall and Christmas packages so homeowners enjoy festive décor without any hassle.

Nearly 400 runners participated in a 5K race at WakeMed Soccer Park on Sunday to raise funds for Nepal disaster relief & local organizers reported raising nearly $70,000 with more expected as recovery efforts continue.

A Cary woman placed a Halloween skeleton along Harrison Avenue to urge safer roads as residents back her creative reminder.

Neighbors support her push for town leaders to consider traffic-calming measures near a school zone.