Fiber optic cable damage causes cell phone, internet outage on Ocracoke...
Observer staff report
Cell phone and internet services on Ocracoke were down on Tuesday (March 14) from around 9:30 a.m. until around 2 p.m. after...
New deputy joins Ocracoke force; July safety report
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At the height of summer, the Hyde County Sheriff deputies...
Summer safety report
By Connie Leinbach
In addition to dealing with dog bites, the Hyde County Sheriff’s Department on Ocracoke has dealt with numerous other infractions from May...
Deck fire, vehicle mishaps highlight a busy June
By Connie Leinbach
As more people are on Ocracoke Island, the Hyde County sheriff deputies are busier.
Capt. Joe Smith reported on a vehicle crash in...
High-speed driving a no-no on Ocracoke
The Hyde County Sheriff department on Ocracoke has had mostly an uneventful winter except for a high-speed chase Dec. 28.
While the local person was...
Sheriff captain urges caution on road at north end; OVFD receives...
Captain Jason Daniels of the Hyde County Sheriff’s Department urges all motorists driving north to the ferry terminal to be mindful of the compromised...
Traffic stops and more highlight August police activity
Editor’s note: This story was originally published in the September 2022 print issue.
Text and phot by Connie Leinbach
Although the tourist season is winding down,...
June safety report
With the lack of late-night bar activity, Ocracoke has been quiet for the Hyde County Sheriff deputies since visitors returned in May.
That’s due to...
Charges possible in fight outside Ocracoke restaurant
A man who was injured during an altercation outside the Jolly Roger Restaurant has been released from the hospital, the Hyde County Sheriff's Office...
July safety report
While the COVID-19 pandemic restrictions and rebuilding from Hurricane Dorian damage continue on the island, law enforcement on Ocracoke in July and August has...