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Pender Correctional Institution

Prison breaks ground on long-awaited chapel

Submitted by Asha Dave on Wed, 03/14/2012 - 3:54pm.READ MORE:

Nearly 800 inmates call the Pender Correctional Institution home. Although it's just a temporary stop for most, prison leaders and the community have come together to build what they hope will make a lasting impression. Full story...

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Prison program gives inmates, dogs "New Leash on Life"

Submitted by Marissa Jasek on Thu, 09/08/2011 - 4:09pm.READ MORE:

You've heard of a new lease on life, but how about a "New Leash on Life?" The Pender Correctional Institution celebrated three years of inmates training dogs to be partnered with families. But the nine-week experience impacts more than just the dogs whose lives are saved. Full story...

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Program gives prisoners, dogs a second chance

Submitted by Joe Mauceri on Thu, 09/16/2010 - 2:36pm.READ MORE:

A New Leash on Life. For the last two years Pender County Correctional and Pawsitive Partners have been giving inmates and dogs a second chance. Full story...