🧭 Here’s what’s in today’s issue:

• 🧠 Trivia Challenge: Spotlight Hook
• 🎨 Discover Cary: Doherty's Irish Pub & Restaurant Reviews
• 📰 News: Cary’s Dog-Friendly 5K Supports Local Nonprofit Vets to Vets United
• 📰 News: Wake County Businesses Earn Top Spots in 2025 “Coolest Things Made in NC” Contest
• 😄 Meme of the Day – Just for laughs
• 🎁 Support the businesses that support Cary: Show your support
• 📅 Events: Upcoming Events (Top Picks)

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Doherty's Irish Pub & Restaurant Reviews

Doherty's Irish Pub & Restaurant is one of the local food places nominated by Cary Spotlight's readers for our Discover Cary project. If you've had a chance to sample their food, feel free to share your opinion below.

Doherty's Irish Pub & Restaurant in Cary, NC, is a scratch-made kitchen and neighborhood pub serving hearty Irish-American fare like fish & chips, shepherd's pie, Guinness-braised brisket, and bangers & mash, paired with craft beers and Irish whiskey in a warm, family-friendly setting with live music.

Check out their menu on their website: Doherty's Irish Pub & Restaurant

Address: 1979 High House Road, Cary, NC 27519 | Get Directions

Reader Poll Results

Doherty's Irish Pub & Restaurant (79 Votes)

🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Love this place! (69)
⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ 😊😊😊 I might give it a try (10)

Cary Spotlight Reader’s Feedback:
“The fish and chips are good, As is the pastrami Reuben. ” “Fish and chips are awesome!”

“They have the best fish and chips this side of the Atlantic Ocean.” “My favorite restaurant in Cary.”

“Perfect fish and chips along with other favorite things on the menu like Shepherds Pie and the Brisket Sandwich. We have never been disappointed and appreciate the friendly staff.”

“My favorite restaurant! Shrimp puppies-yes !!! When shrimp and hushpuppies meet it’s a perfect couple! The dipping sauce with it is the perfect combination! Best tartar sauce for fish and chips! And must have Killarney. They have super fun events and great place to watch NFL. ”

“The food and service are always good! Especially the fish and chips, and bangers and mash. ” “Love this place. The food is very good and the portions are extremely generous.”

“We go all the time! Great fish and chips, sliders and just about everything on the menu is terrific! Highly recommend.”

“The pub food is consistently good. The service is quick and the staff are friendly and helpful. And the trad Irish music is great! The owner and manager both support Irish music and culture, which gives the pub a welcoming and authentic atmosphere. It’s a great place!”

Do you have a favorite place to eat in Cary, NC? Click to share your pick.

Cary’s Dog-Friendly 5K Supports Local Nonprofit Vets to Vets United

On October 5, 2025, the 5K9 Dog Jog returns to Cary, offering a 5K course suitable for runners, joggers, walkers, and even dogs. The event takes place at the Cross-Country Track at WakeMed Soccer Park and welcomes participants of all ages and abilities. Registration opens at 9 a.m., with a ceremony and race following at 10 a.m.

Attendees can expect more than just a race. The event features vendors, a DJ, snacks, water, and activities for dogs, making it a lively outing for the entire family and their pets. Spectators are also encouraged to attend and show their support.

Proceeds from the race benefit Vets to Vets United, a Cary-based nonprofit that matches disabled veterans with rescued dogs trained for service. The organization covers the full cost of training—$24,000 per team—helping veterans heal through the human-animal bond.

The 5K9 Dog Jog is both a fitness event and a cause-driven gathering that brings the community together to support veterans and shelter animals alike.

Get event details: To Donate, Race, Walk, Volunteer or Cheer 

Just curious…

Wake County Businesses Earn Top Spots in 2025 “Coolest Things Made in NC” Contest

The NC Chamber announced winners of the 2025 “Coolest Things Made in NC” competition, recognizing manufacturers across three business-size categories. In the small business category, Ordway Glass Company of Fuquay-Varina secured first place for its custom stained glass, while AFEX Fire Suppression Systems of Raleigh earned second for its dual agent fire suppression system.

Other small business honorees included Blaze On Creations, BHAWK, and Atlantic Beach Sea Salt.

Among medium-sized businesses, World Cat Boats of Tarboro won top honors for its catamaran boats. Carolina Packers, Garner Foods, Cheerwine, and Regulator Marine rounded out the top five.

For large businesses, Siemens Mobility in Lexington claimed first place for its Amtrak passenger coaches. Other winners included Alamance Foods, Carrier, Nucor, and Columbia Forest Products.

The contest, started in 2020, is designed to showcase North Carolina’s manufacturers and raise awareness about opportunities in the field.

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🎟️ Upcoming Events (Top Picks)

Outdoor events may be changed due to weather, so click the links to see latest event information. Here are a few ideas for the week, so plan ahead:

• Today: Great American XC Festival  12PM
• Today: Triangle Oktoberfest  5PM-10PM
• Today: Bands, Bites, & Boats 5:30PM-7:30PM
• Saturday: Puppy Yoga 8:30AM-10AM
• Saturday: Triangle Oktoberfest  12PM-8PM
• Saturday: NC Courage v Racing Louisville 7:30PM
• Sunday: Vets to Vets United: 5K9 Dog Jog 9AM-2PM
• Sunday: Cary Players presents GREASE 3PM
• Monday: Children’s BINGO 4:30PM-6:30PM

To save space in your inbox, we’ve moved the full list of events online — now you can plan ahead with access to this week and next! See Full 2-Week Calendar