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Delair speaks out about financial troubles

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videoWilmington City Council woman Pat Delair speaks out about her financial troubles and recent criticism that she may be unfit to be a city leader. Full story...
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Home renovations on the rise

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videoWith the popularity of home improvement shows like "Extreme Makeover," and "Trading Spaces," home remodeling has become a national trend. It has also become a financial fallback position for families in Wilmington's turbulent housing market. Full story...
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WPD officer hit with own bullet

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A Wilmington Police officer was wounded Tuesday morning, hit by his own bullet. Investigators say the officer was training at the firing range when he got hit in the arm with a bullet fragment. Full story...
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City, county to add Cape Fear Utility Authority jobs

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Wilmington City Council meets Tuesday night. One item on the agenda is approving nearly $1 million to help fix the troubled sewer system. City Council will approve the funds to go to the Cape Fear Public Utility Authority. The organization is a merger between the city and county water and sewer. The money will go to help with start up costs. Full story...
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New task force to tackle parking downtown

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A new task force is tackling a problem issue that has been plaguing locals. The focus is providing adequate parking in downtown Wilmington. Full story...
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Port security main topic at special session

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The Security Training Exercise Program brought state, local and federal agencies together to evaluate security problems and solutions at the port. Full story...
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CFCC Celebrates Constitution Day

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Cape Fear Community College marked Constitution Day with a celebration outside the Galehouse building. Full story...
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Injured soccer star remains integral part of UNCW team

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videoPatterson started at left back for the nationally ranked Seahawks as a freshman and was an all-conference rookie. At the beginning of his sophomore year he collided with another player and suffered a concussion. The injury ended his career. Full story...
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Students learn about nation's history on Constitution Day

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videoMonday is Constitution Day and students nationwide are learning about our nation's history. Full story...
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Museum program aims to connect Alzheimer's patients with memories

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videoA new program at the Cameron Art Museum in Wilmington hopes to connect those suffering from Alzheimer's disease to their memories. Full story...
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WWAY co-hosting candidates' forum

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It takes an informed public to live in a democracy. That's why NewsChannel 3 is co-sponsoring a Wilmington candidates' forum this Friday with Big Talker FM radio. Full story...
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Residents conserve water during drought

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videoWith rainfall totals below normal across the state, area residents are doing their part to conserve water. If you ask Wilmington resident David Hoolahan about his front yard, he'll tell you taking care of it is one of his favorite hobbies. Full story...
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Fall Fit Fest kicks off in Wilmington

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The first ever Fall Fit Fest took place at the New Hanover County library in downtown Wilmington. Full story...
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UNCW Habitat for Humanity chapter builds Seahawk Cottage

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The UNCW Habitat for Humanity chapter is partnering with United Way and the Cape Fear Habitat for Humanity to completely build its first home. The house will be called the Seahawk Cottage. Full story...
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Teaching Kids Proper Manners

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From table manners to writing thank you cards, a program geared toward teaching kids etiquette shows being polite never goes out of style. Full story...
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