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New Hanover County News

Police, Sheriff's department reach mutual aid agreement

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There is a new mutual-aid agreement between the New Hanover County Sheriff's office and Wilmington Police. The relationship between the two agency has been strained in recent months. Now Chief Ralph Evangelous and Sheriff Sid Causey have made their first step towards working together. Full story...
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No charges filed in strangulation death

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videoThe New Hanover County Sheriff's Department is investigating a strangling death in Castle Hayne. It happened around 9:30 Wednesday night, and the 911 tapes tell how it all unfolded. Full story...
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High temperatures dangerous for firefighters

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videoOn hot days like this, hot jobs can sometimes be dangerous. Firefighters may have the toughest job around on days like this, packing on heavy gear to protect themselves in a fire. Full story...
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Local stores selling recalled canned meat

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There could be a danger still lurking in your local grocery store. The New Hanover County Health Department says some area stores have been selling recalled canned meat linked to an outbreak of botulism. Full story...
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Heat poses problem for some bus riders

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The heat also poses a problem for people traveling by bus. Wanda Garcia and her mother Beatrice Brandon were delayed in Wilmington, heading home on a bus to Raleigh. Full story...
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Oppressive heat hits hard

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videoOur top story is the oppressive heat. Many are staying cool with air conditioning, but some don't have that luxury. On these hot summer days there aren't many places for the homeless to go. The Good Shepherd Ministries in downtown Wilmington says it's the only homeless shelter in the county that stays open during the day. Full story...
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New Hanover County District Court Judge to be replaced

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Effective Thursday Judge John Carroll will be replaced by Judge J.H. Corpening. The news came as a shock to Carroll, who says he's proud of his accomplishments as chief judge over the past six years. Full story...
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CFCC students make bio-fuel

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If you're tired of paying at the pump, Cape Fear Community College may have come up with a way to cut some of the costs and help the environment at the same time. Made right in the college's labs by faculty and students, the bio-fuel burns cleaner than diesel. Full story...
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Cape Fear Hospital celebrates 50th anniversary

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Half a century ago Cape Fear Memorial Hospital opened its doors to provide health care to residents in our area. Since then, it has grown to become one of the top orthopedic hospitals in the country. Full story...
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Woman accused of shooting boyfriend appears in court

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The New Hanover County woman accused of killing her boyfriend had her first day in court Wednesday. Full story...
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Man sentenced six months probation in "mile high" case

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Remember the "mile high" case? Sentencing happened Wednesday. In May Carl Persing was found guilty of interfering with a flight attendant by intimidation. Full story...
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UNCW student robbed at ATM machine

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A UNC-Wilmington student says she was robbed while using an ATM outside the Warwick Center between 6:30 and seven Tuesday night. Full story...
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City Council approves parking ordinance

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A neighborhood next to UNCW has been fighting a parking problem for years. Tuesday, Wilmington City Council approved an ordinance that may be the solution. Full story...
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Flemington Road Shooting Investigation

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A New Hanover County man is dead and his girlfriend is the prime suspect. Full story...
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Carolina Beach residents speak out on town land use plan

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Carolina Beach residents talked to Town Council tonight about plans that could change the face of the New Hanover County beach town. Full story...
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