COURTESY: NEW HANOVER COUNTY NORTH CAROLINA (WWAY) — New Hanover County Commissioner Dane Scalise spent time in Raleigh this week to discuss important local issues with state level representatives. One of them being mental health and substance abuse in New Hanover County. “We’ve put skin in the game. We did not wait for the state to fund us when…
BLADEN COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — Every second counts in an emergency situation. Cape Fear Valley Bladen County Hospital just received a vital resource when it comes to providing patients with care. Bladen County Hospital held a ribbon cutting for their new LifeLink Air Helicopter Thursday afternoon. Bladen County has about 30 thousand residents and its’ hospital is among the…
CASTLE HAYNE, NC (WWAY) — A man traveling throughout the United States to break a self-proclaimed “pickleball record” made a stop in Castle Hayne on Thursday. Dean Matt, who is looking to break a self-proclaimed record of playing 48 games of pickleball in 48 states, in less than 48 days. Matt, who is retired, is simply a lover of…
An additional $75 million from the sale of New Hanover Regional Medical Center (NHRMC) has been distributed equally between the New Hanover Community Endowment and the NHRMC Foundation, as outlined in the asset purchase agreement.
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — From a fantastic fireworks display, and amusement rides on the beach, to art galleries galore and good vibes by the shore, there is certainly something to help you make some great memories on this Memorial Day Weekend! Here’s a look at What’s Happening in the Cape Fear: ___ Carolina Beach is the place to be Friday…
A special car was unveiled at the NASCAR Hall of Fame last week.
Several members of the WWAY on-air staff took part in a watermelon seed spitting competition Thursday afternoon.
A man who had been reported missing has been found safe and charged with misdemeanor child abuse.
A woman has died from injuries sustained in an explosion in White Lake Monday afternoon.
A Rocky Point man has been arrested on charges of sexual exploitation of a minor.
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…