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The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show took place over the weekend in New York and a dog with a Cape Fear connection is returning as a winner, (Photo: Eastwood Grooming).

Wilmington native dog competes in Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show and wins

Emily Andrews,

May 21, 2024

Here’s the latest on New Hanover County Schools temporarily implementing a new policy relating to what can and cannot be displayed in district classrooms, (Photo: ZUMA / MGN).

New Hanover County Schools changes proposed policy language restricting what teachers can display in classrooms

Emily Andrews,

May 21, 2024

The Surf City Fire Department installed the safety stations. Each one has safety information about how to read warning flags on the beach, and a floatation device. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY)

Surf City installs safety stations at beach accesses

Nate Mauldin,

May 21, 2024

A new recreation complex will be coming to Surf City next summer. The recreation complex aims to bring fun for all ages. (Courtesy: Four Oaks Capital)

New family recreation venue coming to Surf City

Nate Mauldin,

May 21, 2024

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Pet Pals: Pitbull mix looking for forever home

WWAY News,

May 21, 2024

Third annual "Bryson's Buddies" baseball game honors mission of New Hanover baseball alum

Jake Eichstaedt,

May 20, 2024

But to Burns' dismay, the crew unintentionally broke a connection in her water line. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY)

Leland homeowner left without running water after installing internet service

Nate Mauldin,

May 20, 2024

Several new businesses are coming to the Mayfaire shopping center in Wilmington. Look for Vochos Urban Mexican Kitchen and Potbelly Sandwich Shop to join the recently opened Warby Parker eye care store. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY)

Mayfaire to welcome new businesses and celebrate 20th anniversary

Nate Mauldin,

May 20, 2024

Monday morning during the New Hanover County Commission meeting commissioners discussed removing abandoned vessels from coastal waters, (Photo: WWAY News).

Commissioners have first hearing of proposed New Hanover County Abandoned Vessel Ordinance

Emily Andrews,

May 20, 2024

One Brunswick County beach town is practicing water rescue protocols ahead of the busy summer season, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Oak Island Water Rescue practices new lifesaving techniques ahead of Memorial Day weekend

Emily Andrews,

May 20, 2024

Non-profits from across the state gathered at Legion Stadium on Sunday to spread awareness about fentanyl poisoning. (Photo: Nate Mauldin/WWAY)

Breaking the silence: Nonprofits gather to raise awareness about fentanyl poisoning

Nate Mauldin,

May 19, 2024

Outside of the George Henry White Memorial Health and Education Center. (Photo: Nate Mauldin/WWAY)

Historians, advocates gather to celebrate the forgotten legacy of George Henry White

Nate Mauldin,

May 19, 2024

The festival will close at Cameron Art Museum on Sunday at 2 p.m. with an awards ceremony and a showing of the film “Arts, Beats, and Lyrics." (Photo: Nate Mauldin/WWAY)

NC Black Film Festival wraps up with closing film and awards ceremony

Nate Mauldin,

May 19, 2024

The film industry invests millions of dollars in North Carolina annually and film projects also help local business owners, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

'The Summer I Turned Pretty' filming in Wilmington, local florist featured

Emily Andrews,

May 17, 2024

Why did the turtle cross the road? Well, to get to the other side but traffic sometimes makes that a big task for a little critter, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Helping a turtle safely cross the road

Emily Andrews,

May 17, 2024

James B. Dudley academy in Wilmington opened its doors four years ago. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY)

James B. Dudley Academy in need of funding to continue instruction

Nate Mauldin,

May 17, 2024

Each year, the festival attracts thousands of people eager to enjoy Greek cuisine and culture. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY)

36th annual Greek Festival kicks off in Wilmington

Nate Mauldin,

May 17, 2024

New Hanover County Schools received millions of dollars in COVID-19 relief funding but that money is about to dry up and the start of the new fiscal year is approaching, (Photo: WWAY News).

New Hanover County Schools budget breakdown: pre-COVID-19 relief funds

Emily Andrews,

May 16, 2024

The National Weather Service has confirmed two tornados touched down in Columbus and Bladen Counties Tuesday night. On Wednesday, WWAY spoke to one man whose property was damaged during the storm, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Whiteville resident recalls events from Tuesday night's tornado

Emily Andrews,

May 15, 2024

It is National Hospital Week and hospitals across the Cape Fear are celebrating staff in special ways, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Columbus Regional Healthcare System honors employees during National Hospital Week

Emily Andrews,

May 15, 2024

New Hanover County School Board leaders are trying to figure out how to cover a multi-million-dollar shortfall for the upcoming fiscal year, (Photo: WWAY News).

New Hanover County School Board continues to discuss upcoming fiscal year budget

Emily Andrews,

May 14, 2024

On Tuesday, the company hosted a tour in three North Carolina cities, starting in Wilmington to talk about their expansion plans. (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY)

Convenience store chain Wawa bringing ten locations to the Cape Fear

Emily Andrews,

May 14, 2024

The ice cream shop will debut the 'Sharky's Sandbar,’ a graham cracker infused ice cream with a cinnamon honey ribbon and crushed vanilla cupcake goldfish grahams. (Courtesy: Wilmington Sharks)

Boombalatti's collaborates with the Wilmington Sharks for new ice cream flavor

WWAY News,

May 14, 2024

Olivia Stetler and Zipporah Tunnage's 1898 massacre and coup project. (Courtesy: New Hanover County Schools)

Two Holly Shelter Middle students win state history prize for 1898 coup and massacre project

WWAY News,

May 14, 2024