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People playing table tennis in a bar. The table is blue, the person hitting the ball is smiling, and there are people sat a table behind them speaking to a server, possibly ordering food.
Sports
Is table tennis having a moment? Try it for yourself in Raleigh
Move aside pickleball, there’s a new racket sport in town.
February 04, 2026 03:30 PM
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Patrick Sidwell
The facade of Poole'side Pies.
Food
Chef Ashley Christensen to close Poole’side Pies
Renowned Raleigh restaurateur will close Poole’side Pies after service on Saturday, Dec. 23 and open another AC Restaurant in its place.
November 28, 2023
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Cat George
Videri Chocolate Factory
Work
Made in Raleigh: 18 things created in the City of Oaks
From mosquito repellent to bespoke denim, Raleigh’s business scene is truly inspired.
November 16, 2023
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Allie Remhof
A bar decorated for the holidays.
Culture
Five festive pop-ups to get you in the holiday spirit
Five local businesses are showing out for the holidays by transforming their space into festive pop-ups featuring creative cocktails, kitschy Christmas decor, and much more.
November 9, 2023
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Cat George
An unfinished coffee shop with green walls, plants, and an espresso machine.
City
Little Native Coffee will serve good brews and community in a cozy space
Little Native Coffee will open in early 2024 next to Boot and Trunk on South Person Street and will give Raleighites near Moore Square a chance to slow down and enjoy.
November 8, 2023
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Allie Remhof
Santa stands in front of an unlit Christmas tree with his arms outstretched.
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Shop, stroll (and save) at this North Hills holiday event
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City Editor Allie in front of a colorful Raleigh bar.
City
City Editor Allie’s 3 favorite Raleigh news stories from 2023
Take a look at some of our favorite stories we brought you in 2023 — and learn about how you can keep them coming by supporting RALtoday with the gift of your membership.
November 7, 2023
The facade of a new Chicken Salad Chick restaurant.
Business
New and seasoned residents at Lake Boone Shopping Center
City Editor Cat recently popped over to Lake Boone Shopping Center to check out what’s new and coming soon, and to try a few established eateries.
November 7, 2023
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Cat George
Sushi, ramen, and miso soup.
Food
Yatai Market is serving fresh seafood fare in Transfer Co. Food Hall
Yatai Market, a global-inspired fish market, restaurant, and speakeasy, is now open in Transfer Co. Food Hall celebrating the different types of sea fare.
November 3, 2023
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Cat George
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Business
North Hills to welcome Bal Harbour Shops’ winter pop-up
For eight weeks, Raleigh will get to experience Miami’s luxury Bal Harbour Shops through a new traveling venture called Bal Harbour Shops ACCESS Pop-up.
November 1, 2023
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Cat George
City Editor Cat sits on a shrub cut into the shape of a couch with her dog, Tucker.
City
City Editor Cat’s 3 favorite Raleigh news stories from 2023
Take a look at some of our favorite stories we brought you in 2023 — and learn about how you can keep them coming by supporting RALtoday with the gift of your membership.
November 1, 2023
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