Memorial Day is Monday, honoring those who have died serving our country. Although there have been numerous Cape Fear residents killed in wars over the years, one former Wilmington man killed in World War One left an impact that continues to this day.
A Wilmington man has been arrested on child sex offense charges.
TOPSAIL BEACH, NC (WWAY) — The Topsail Beach Planning Board unanimously recommended to reject a rezoning request at “The Point.” “The Point” in Topsail Beach, is a piece of land many locals never want to see developed. With many local residents and people who frequent the south end area the island, in attendance for the meeting. “To actually…
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — If you’re flying this Memorial Day weekend, you’ll have a lot of company. Wilmington International Airport is expecting a 24% increase in travelers this Memorial Day over last year. According to a recent study, Wilmington International Airport is the fastest growing airport in North Carolina, and the third fastest growing in the U.S.. As the…
The Oak Island Police Department is searching for a missing resident.
(WWAY)— Summer days are full of color, and now your kids’ snacks can be too! With just a few simple ingredients, Mandy Williamson brings us a cheesy and creative recipe on this week’s Mom-to-Mom. Watch the video to see how you can recreate this buttery treat.
PENDER COUNTY (WWAY) — Pender County Schools is considering changes to its bus routing system in an effort to get students to and from school — more efficiently. An information session was held today Tuesday at Heide Trask High School to discuss a “3-Tier Bus System.” The session had a small group of parents in attendance, discussing and asking…
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The Cape Fear Garden Club is still looking for applicants for its garden tour grants. $60,000 is available for New Hanover County nonprofits looking for funding for beautification, conservation and education projects. Signa Stalvey, Grant Disbursements Chair for the Cape Fear Garden Club, explained how the application process works. “Our requirements are for beautification, education…
The Historic Preservation Commission was tasked by the city’s Board of Aldermen, to develop standards and guidelines to help preserve, restore, and rehabilitate Southport’s historic district.
Trillium Health Resources awarded the Healing Place of New Hanover County with more than 43-thousand dollars to purchase naloxone kits, fentanyl test strips, and other tools to help battle opioid addiction.
New Hanover County (WWAY) —This week’s Pet Pal is a 9-year-old neutered cat. New Hanover County Animal Services staff describe him as very sweet and easy-going. He is a big cat weighing 13-14 lbs. Watch the video and join Donna Gregory and Stephen Watson from New Hanover Sheriff’s Office Animal Services Unit to learn how you can become the cat’s forever home.
Monday marked the first of three meetings held to discuss how to spend millions of dollars coming to Pender County to fight the opioid epidemic.
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — with Memorial Day weekend approaching, law enforcement kicked off its “Click It or Ticket” campaign today on the USS North Carolina. Law enforcement officers say they want to remind drivers to buckle up ahead of the holiday weekend and not — drink and drive. This year’s campaign includes increased law enforcement patrols and seat-belt…
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Novant Health, UNC Medicine and Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune have partnered to announce a psychiatric residency program. “We are really excited to hopefully be part of the solution to provide a pipeline for well trained, excited psychiatry physicians to be trained here locally,” said Lora Pacaldo, Novant Health Medical Director for Psychiatry Services. The…
The Town of Leland is working to clean up storm drains after Friday’s rain event caused severe flooding.
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Wilmington’s inaugural Ukrainian Festival took place Sunday afternoon. Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine more than 8-million Ukrainians have been displaced while seeking refuge. The Wilmington community gathered to celebrate Ukrainian culture and heritage to honor refugees in our community. The festival was held on Surry Street near downtown Wilmington. The organizer of the event,…
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Today in New Hanover County, a church showed appreciation for civil servants at a Sunday service. At Silver Lake Baptist Church, congregants gathered to thank first responders for their service to the community. Men and Women from the New Hanover County Sheriff, Fire and EMS Departments attended — as well as Wilmington Police, fire and rescue. One…
At Breaktime Billiards Saturday afternoon, Jonathan Neman, also known as the “mullet man” cut his locks and for a good cause.
BLADEN COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — The 45th annual White Lake Water Festival began Friday night and will continue through Saturday. The rain couldn’t keep the crowds away. The “Band of Oz” performed Friday night at Goldston’s beach. The festival will host a car and truck show from 8 a.m. to noon with a parade at 10 a.m.. There will also be a…
New details have emerged about a massive fire that broke out in Charlotte Thursday morning.
Several inches of rain fell throughout portions of the Cape Fear on Friday, with Brunswick County being among those hit the hardest.
On Sunday, May 21, the Wilmington community will gather to celebrate Ukrainian culture and heritage to honor refugees in our community.
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — In New Hanover County — a man was found guilty of second-degree murder Friday afternoon. A jury found Ray Southers guilty of that — as well as misdemeanor breaking and entering, and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon — after a four-week trial. On April 16th, 2020 — Southers entered Jody Lopez’s home around…
A Wilmington man is accused of desecrating a grave previously set on fire in 2021.