New Hanover County News

If you receive water services from the Cape Fear Public Utility Authority, you may have noticed your water has gotten a little softer. The Cape Fear Public Utility Authority cut the ribbon Friday on their new... Full story...

For the second time this month, UNCW is offering free H1N1 vaccines. Last week's vaccine clinic was open only to students. This time around, the vaccine is available to students, faculty and staff. Full story...

Members of the media helped raise money to feed the homeless Thursday night. Thunder Alley in Leland was the site for the first ever Media for Meals Crazy Bowling Tournament. Full story...

The New Hanover County Democrat announced Thursday her decision to leave the Senate when her term ends at the end of 2010. Full story...

The American Red Cross provides nearly half the nation's blood supply. They come to the rescue during emergencies and natural disasters, and now they're using social media to communicate with the public. Full story...

Groups of middle school students got a dose of science up close Thursday afternoon in Wilmington. It was part of Time Warner Cable's “Connect a Million Minds” initiative, an effort to... Full story...

Former democratic consultant Joe Sinsheimer wrote a letter to Governor Perdue asking her to freeze Titan's permitting process for 90 days. Full story...

New Hanover County Dangerous Dog Appeals Court was back in session Wednesday night. The volunteer panelists heard a case that involves a jogger, a lab mix and an electric dog fence. Full story...

For the second year in a row, UNC Wilmington's sports teams have posted a graduation success rate of 90 percent. That includes eight teams with a perfect 100 percent mark in the NCAA's litmus test for academic success. Full story...

The National Recreation and Park Association selected Bo Dean from nominees across the country to receive a community service award. Full story...

Wednesday was a big day for the D&E car dealership in Wilmington; new cars are on the lot once again. Today, they rolled out 10 new Mitsubishis. Full story...

A father and daughter medical team is facing more than 200 federal fraud charges. Roy and Tammy Creasy are each being indicted on 225 counts of conspiracy to commit health care fraud, aiding and abetting... Full story...

The Subway in Castle Hayne was robbed at gunpoint just before 9:00 p.m. Tuesday night. A man walked into the Subway with a handgun. He demanded money, got it, and left out the back door on foot. Full story...

Beginning in January, crews will tear up and redo parts of Front Street to beautify downtown, as well as improve water and sewer lines. Tuesday night, Wilmington City Council unanimously passed a resolution awarding the contract for the construction. Full story...