At the January 21 Town Council meeting, five standout employees were recognized with the 2025 ARC Achiever Awards, celebrating their commitment to Accountability, Respect, and Customer Service. Town Manager Bill Summers presented the honors to: Michelle Arnold, Business Analyst Nicole Edwards, Detective Antonio Jenkins, Maintenance Worker Elizabeth Kelly, Police Officer Heidi Salminen, Planning Technician These individuals were praised for going above and beyond in their role

Erin Carden (Center) via Knightdale Police Department's Facebook Police Department’s Triple Accreditation Sets Statewide Benchmark Knightdale announced their annual Employee of the Year Wednesday night. Town Manager Bill Summers presented the award to Erin Carden , the Police Department’s long-time accreditation manager, praising her as the quiet force behind one of the most significant professional achievements in the agency’s history. Summers opened the moment by reflectin

Reported in the Triangle Business Journal by Kate Tracy Barnes & Noble is coming to Knightdale in the old Office Max location. at Knightdale Marketplace.

Stormwater pond at Knightdale Station Park Prompted by new state permit requirements, the town held the required joint public hearing Wednesday evening (1/15/2026) for a zoning text amendment (ZTA). Ike Archer, Stormwater Program Manager,  provided an excellent presentation on ZTA-2-25 . As Mayor Pro Tem Steve Evans alluded to in his introduction of this agenda item, the town has little to no discretion as to implementing this change to remain in compliance. However, Archer t

Knightdale Fire Department Station 1 Wake County EMS is preparing to launch a major overhaul of its countywide emergency response system; a shift Wake EMS officials say is aimed at improving safety by reducing unnecessary lights‑and‑sirens traffic and getting the “right resource to the right patient in the right amount of time.” Knightdale Town Council received a detailed briefing on the changes during its Jan. 5 work session, where Fire Chief Loren Cone outlined how the new

At the dedication of the murals at Harper Park with the artist, Sarahlaine Calva. October 24, 2022 The Town of Knightdale is partnering with the United Arts Council to transform its public spaces through a comprehensive Public Art Plan. Assistant Parks and Recreation Director Andrew Wilkins presented the plan concepts and received feedback at the January Town Council work session. The initiative aims to activate parks and greenways, support economic development and tourism, a

Knightdale, NC — In a heartfelt tribute to the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the Chi Rho Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® is partnering with the Town of Knightdale to host an Interfaith Community Service event on Monday, January 19, 2026, at 2:00 PM. The gathering will take place at First and Main, located at 315 N First Avenue in downtown Knightdale. The event invites residents of all backgrounds to come together in reflection, unity, and se

Knightdale residents have a fresh opportunity to shape the future of their town as applications open for several key advisory boards. The Town of Knightdale is now accepting applications for the Community Relations Advisory Board, the Land Use Review Board, and the Veterans Memorial Advisory Board. These boards play a vital role in guiding town policy, reviewing development proposals, and fostering inclusive civic engagement. Whether you're passionate about honoring veterans,