More information revealed about the fatal crash on Cape Fear Memorial Bridge
We now know the names of those involved in Wednesday’s fatal crash on the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge.
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Woodbury Wellness Center chef to retire after 35 years
At Woodbury Wellness Center, Chef Richard Wilson is known for serving up good food and a few laughs, too. After 35 years as a certified chef, Wilson is hanging up his apron at the end of the month.
Exclusive peek at Enchanted Airlie
Cold temperatures and the twinkle of lights are sure signs of the holidays. Each year thousands of people enjoy Airlie Gardens’ holiday light display Enchanted Airlie. It does not open to the public until November 28, but NewsChannel 3 got the first public look at this year’s edition Friday morning.
Number of obese children in NC continues to rise
More than 17 percent of children in North Carolina are obese, and according to local pediatricians that number continues to rise.
SBI investigators plan to dig for remains
While there are many theories as to what happened to Lela Bryan and her four year old daughter on May 10, 1941, surviving family members believe they were murdered and buried under their home on Raleigh Avenue.
Principal back in school after being assaulted
School officials said a 13-year-old seventh grade boy began acting up. When the principal asked the student to stop, that’s when officials said he tackled her to the floor.
Update on Aqua America’s price hike
Wednesday, News Channel 3 reported about a local water company’s plans to raise rates by more than 250 percent. Turns out this isn’t the first time it’s proposed such a huge increase.
Wilmington detectives have two suspects in Snipes shooting
Wilmington detectives now have two suspects in the death of the man whose body was found last week outside Snipes Academy.
Town of Oak Island is being sued
The Town of Oak Island is getting sued, again. The widow of the former town attorney has filed suit against Oak Island and its former chief building inspector, for negligence.
Social service agencies looking to help those with financial needs
The tough economy is leading more and more people to seek financial help from social service agencies. Many people are losing their jobs and having to cut back hours, leaving some months behind on rent and utility payments.
Cold weather benefiting local businesses
Tis’ the season to find ways to stay warm, and the cold weather can also be a benefit when it comes to business.
Allegiant Air begins service to Tampa from ILM
More air service for Wilmington as Allegiant passengers left ILM for a new destination. The airline began its service to Tampa, Florida Thursday.
New Leash on Life graduates five dogs Thursday
Five rescued dogs graduated today from their stay at Pender Correctional Facility. They were there as part of the New Leash on Life program, that uses inmates to help train dogs.
50 Hour Food Drive runs through Friday
Thousands of people here in southeastern North Carolina don’t have money to buy the food they need; that’s why area radio stations and businesses have joined forces with the Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina.
What’s Happening: November 20-23
If the cold weather isn’t doing it, then all the events going on this weekend are sure to put you in the holiday spirit.