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Archives: 2008
ILM sees record numbers, looks to future
ILM saw its largest number of travelers in 2007, with numbers reaching the 800,000 passenger mark.
WPD worried about heroin problem
Wilmington police are worried about a dramatic spike in fatal heroin overdoses. There have been three in the city the last two months. The parents of a woman who died of a heroin overdose say the drug problem here has been in crisis mode for years.
Marines load thousands of vehicles at port
It was a busy military morning at the port of Wilmington.
Red fundraiser raises money to fight heart disease
More than 300 women and men wore red for New Hanover Regional’s third annual Red Dress Luncheon and Fashion Show.
Doctors not doing everything to prevent blood clots
A new study reveals hospital doctors aren’t doing nearly enough to prevent life-threatening blood clots in their patients.
Artist collects gloves for art project
When things come in pairs, usually one is useless without the other.A local artist says that’s not the case for lost gloves.
Documents released regarding Hewett subpoena
Back in November NewsChannel 3 got a tip that Brunswick County Sheriff Ron Hewett ordered inmates to do yardwork in preparation for his son’s wedding.
Three fatal heroin overdoses in Wilmington
Wilmington has had three fatal heroin overdoses since December 1 and police are concerned.
Coast Guard helps make cocaine bust
The crew of the Wilmington-based Coast Guard Cutter Diligence assisted in a drug bust off the coast of Nicaragua a few days go.
$300 million bypass to begin 2012
The region’s most ambitious road project, the $300 million Wilmington bypass, is set to being in 2012.
Charlotte students use Facebook to target teacher
Five students at a charlotte high school are in trouble after investigators say they used the internet to target one of their teachers.
County has plan for $10 million budget shortfall
New Hanover County has come up with a way to make up for its part of the $10 million budget shortfall.
Booster shot requirements change
Parents: the requirements have changed concerning your children’s booster shots.
House, Senate at odds on stimulus plans
There appears to be a lapse on Capitol Hill in the bipartisan support that sped an economic stimulus plan through the House.
Bad news for New Hanover County drivers…
As we look toward the future a major concern among residents is traffic. And according to new statistics the news isn’t good for New Hanover County drivers.
Work on sewer system delayed
Work on Wilmington’s sewer system is not going to get finished on time because of failed water pressure tests.
Report says NC debt capacity has grown
State government has more room to borrow money than it did last year because tax revenues keep growing and debt is getting paid off.
Volunteers perform homeless head-count
Last night a group of volunteers braved the cold to assist those who are without homes. The group of volunteers was out counting the number of homeless people here in the Cape Fear area.
Wright dodges $500 fine
The state Board of Elections waived the fine for failing to file his campaign contribution report.
WPD arrests brothers wanted on dozens of charges
Two brothers wanted on dozens of charges of breaking into cars in our area have been caught.
Roland Grise students organize donation drive
Two weeks of hard work paid off for Roland Grise students yesterday morning. They dropped off more than two hundred bags filled with toiletries at the Salvation Army.
Wake to be held for slain pregnant Marine
The family of a pregnant Marine whose killing has touched off an international manhunt will receive mourners at a wake.
Edwards looks ahead after candidacy
It appears former Democratic presidential candidate John Edwards plans to remain in public life.