• City of Gastonia
  • Community Calendars
  • Services Guide
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • RSS
City News Source
  • Home
  • About
  • City Services
  • Features
  • Economic Development
HomeFeatures

Features

GPD Chief Brittain outside police headquarters with an old police cruiser and a new model of police car
Features

Gastonia Police Chief Travis Brittain Announces Retirement Effective January 1, 2023

September 20, 2022

Gastonia Police Chief Travis Brittain has announced that he will retire in January 2023 after 28 years as a Gastonia Police Officer and over two years as Chief of Police. Chief Brittain began his law […]

Features

Pumpkins Arrive at The Schiele Museum

September 19, 2022

Make way for fall’s favorite fruit! The Schiele Museum’s Pumpkin Patch returns September 24 with exciting seasonal events and programs for the entire family. Field trips for students, a festival and even an indoor pumpkin […]

Sketch of planned amenities at Linwood Springs site
Features

City of Gastonia Receives $500,000 Grant for Park Renovations

September 1, 2022

The City of Gastonia has received a $500,000 grant from the North Carolina Parks and Recreation Trust Fund (PARTF) to begin the first phase of renovations at the former Linwood Springs Golf Course. The City […]

Cauldron with words Magic of Science
Features

Discover the Magic of Science at The Schiele

August 23, 2022

Wands at the ready! The Schiele Museum in Gastonia plans to host an enchanted evening discovering the Magic of Science. This event is filled with potions, mystical creatures, treasures and treats! No matter what house […]

Chris Koltyk photo
Features

City of Gastonia Hires New Chief Information Officer

July 18, 2022

The City of Gastonia has hired Chris Koltyk as its new Chief Information Officer (CIO), who began his position on July 11, 2022. He will lead the Technology Services Department, which provides support and services […]

Photo of Michael Peoples
Features

Gastonia City Manager Sworn In as President of North Carolina City & County Management Association

July 7, 2022

Michael Peoples, Gastonia City Manager, was sworn in as president of the North Carolina City & County Management Association (NCCCMA) during the Association’s business meeting on June 25, 2022, in Beaufort, NC. Founded in 1938, […]

Features

Webb Telescope Watch Party at The Schiele Museum

July 5, 2022

Calling all scientists, astronauts and space geeks alike! The Schiele Museum is hosting a Webb Watch Party in celebration of the first-ever image from the James Webb Space Telescope! On Tuesday, July 12 from 10 […]

Man presenting another man with an award certificate
Features

City of Gastonia Receives 12 State Workplace Safety Awards

June 29, 2022

Safety is one of the City of Gastonia’s core values and 12 City departments and divisions were recently presented with safety awards from the North Carolina Department of Labor. Several departments and divisions have received […]

Fireworks with sign that says Fireworks Safety
Features

City of Gastonia, Fire and Police Departments Remind Public About the Dangers of Fireworks

June 28, 2022

The City of Gastonia in conjunction with the Gastonia Fire and Police Departments is seeking the public’s help to remind others about the dangers of fireworks and practice safety as the Fourth of July holiday […]

Features

City of Gastonia Receives Award for One of Healthiest Employers in Charlotte Area

June 28, 2022

The City of Gastonia has been recognized as one of the Charlotte area’s healthiest employers with 500-1,499 employees. The City offers a comprehensive approach to wellness that can impact employees’ lives for the long-term. An […]

Posts pagination

« 1 … 3 4 5 … 22 »

Latest News

  • Long Standing City Attorney Ash Smith Announces Upcoming Retirement
    December 3, 2024
  • City of Gastonia Thanksgiving Day Holiday Schedule and Affected Services
    November 22, 2024
  • County Deputy Communications Director to Now Lead City’s Communications
    November 20, 2024
  • City of Gastonia Names New Planning Director
    November 20, 2024
  • City of Gastonia To Host Free Excess Trash Week September 16-20
    September 11, 2024

News from Other Sources

  • Gastonia Resurfacing 25 Miles of Roads
    July 12, 2024
  • Salvation Army to close homeless shelter
    June 20, 2024
  • Gastonia firefighters receive state awards for bravery in the line of duty
    June 10, 2024
  • Gastonia asking for opinions on rideshares
    June 10, 2024

Archives

Stay connected

  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • RSS

Explore by Topic

Activities Allison Brockman ARPA Funds Arts and Culture Award Black History Month Budget Business City administration City Council City employees COVID-19 Crystal Certain Customer service Development services Downtown Gastonia Economic Development Electric Environment Erwin Community Center Playground Family fun Finance Fire FUSE Holiday Housing and Neighborhoods Hurricane Weather Judy Smith Keep Gastonia Beautiful Kristy R Crisp Mayor Parks and Recreation Planning Police Public Works Schiele Museum Severe weather Solid Waste Stephanie Scheringer Streets Transit Transportation Two Rivers Utilities Water and sewer Winter weather

© All Rights Reserved | City of Gastonia