New Hanover Sheriff’s Office wrangle 10-foot alligator at apartment complex
Alligator sighting are rising in the Cape Fear, and the New Hanover Sheriff’s Office responded to call at the Willow Glen apartments with another one.
Writers strike shuts down production filming in Wilmington
A Starz series currently filming in Wilmington will soon be on hold due to the Writers Strike.
POSTPONED: Concert featuring Robert Plant and Alison Krauss
A concert scheduled for Wednesday night at Live Oak Bank Pavilion featuring a rock and roll legend and a bluegrass-country singer has been postponed.
Pender County Board of Education discusses book ban at meeting
The Pender County School Board had a number of things on their agenda for their Tuesday night meeting.
100+ people pack White Lake Town Hall to hear concerns over beach access
More than a hundred people gathered at White Lake Town Hall on Tuesday evening as the Board of Commissioners heard a presentation from a concerned citizen about beach access.
Kenny Chesney announced as CCMF headliner, replacing Morgan Wallen
Durkin confirmed that Morgan Wallen was unable to attend CCMF due to doctor’s orders.
Surrounding area Food Lions see remodels as well as making investment in local food bank.
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Food Lions in the Wilmington area are getting a new look, while the company continues to invest in the local food bank. With $50 million in investments, Food Lion is unveiling newly remodeled stores in Wilmington and surrounding areas. On top of the remodel, Food Lion also contributed $500,000 through its hunger-relief program, Food Lion…
Potential local effects of Senate Bill 20 in North Carolina
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Senate Bill 20 would tighten abortion restrictions in North Carolina. It would move the limit for elective abortions from 20 to 12 weeks and any abortions after that must be performed in hospitals. So, what could that mean for places like Planned Parenthood? “So, Senate Bill 20 could impose new licensing requirements for abortion clinics…
Annual Peace Officers Memorial Ceremony honors fallen officers
This year’s ceremony was particularly emotional as the department had to add another name to the wall, Detective Michael Godwin, who lost his life back in February of 2022 in the line of duty.
Novant introduces new heart failure palliative care clinic
This new care option, palliative care, in partnership with Lower Cape Fear LifeCare, helps support patients living with heart failure, giving them more access to care options.
Trial date set for New Hanover County dentist accused of sexually assaulting patients
The trial date for a dentist accused of sexually assaulting his patients in New Hanover County has been set.
Burgaw ‘Summer on the Square’ concert series begins June 1st
Music will be returning to Burgaw this summer for their Summer on the Square concert series.
Gamache only second softball Seahawk to win CAA Player of the year
3 other UNCW players join Gamache on the all-CAA teams
For only the second time in school history, a Seahawk has won the CAA softball award for the Player of the Year.
Seahawks add Youngstown State transfer
Shemar Rathan-Mayes will join the UNCW men’s basketball team for the 2023-24 season
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WWAY) – Guard Shemar Rathan-Mayes of Youngstown State will join the UNCW men’s basketball team for the 2023-24 season, fourth-year Seahawk head coach Takayo Siddle has announced. Below is from UNCW on the announcement of adding Shemar Rathan-Mayes: The 5-11, 180-pound Rathan-Mayes has two years of eligibility remaining after starting 67 games at YSU over the last three…
North Carolina records highest-ever tourism spending year
Governor Roy Cooper announced Tuesday the North Carolina tourism economy reached its highest level ever in 2022, with travelers spending more than $33.3 billion on trips to and within the state.
Pet Pals: This week’s Pet Pal is a 13-week-old spayed kitten looking for a forever home
Meet this week’s Pet Pal: a 13-week-old spayed female kitten looking for a forever home
New Hanover County (WWAY) —This week’s Pet Pal is a 13-week-old spayed kitten. New Hanover County Animal Services staff describe her as very sweet and an absolute staff favorite. She has a beautiful tortoiseshell coat. Watch the video and join Donna Gregory and Officer Watson from New Hanover Sheriff’s Office Animal Services Unit to learn how you can become the kitten’s forever home.
If you’d like to meet her, New Hanover County Animal Services is located at 180 Division Drive in Wilmington.
County residents can adopt for $80. If you have any dogs, a meet and greet is required.
Gov. Cooper to campaign against abortion bill this week
Governor Roy Cooper is taking his push to protect abortion rights to certain parts of the state this week, including New Hanover County.
Home a total loss after Monday afternoon fire near Southport
A fire destroyed a home near Southport on Monday afternoon.
UNCW’s King Hall to be vacated for renovations
Some students and staff will be displaced next semester as work begins on an academic building on UNCW’s campus.
Certain wildlife coming out as temperatures rise in the area
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Temperatures are rising in the Cape Fear area, causing all sorts of wildlife to become more active. While some might seem scared, the state wildlife resources commission says there’s no need to worry. “If you do see something, just back away from it. Whether it’s a snake or any type of, it could be a…
Food Bank opens new facility in Wilmington
The land off Greenfield Street was purchased back in 2020, with plans to open the food bank this year to accommodate the urgent need for residents facing hunger.
Mural being painted at Bijou Park in downtown Wilmington
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — More art and murals are coming to the Cape Fear region, this time it’s at Bijou Park in downtown Wilmington. The Arts Council of Wilmington and New Hanover County selected the artists out of 34 submissions. A $25,000 grant from the PNC Foundation will help fund the mural development. Husband and wife Jhonathan and Samantha…
Vaccines needed for international travel now available in Wilmington
Health and Human Services of New Hanover County is now offering vaccines related to international travel.
Four people shot in Whiteville homicide; three killed, including suspect
Four people were shot Sunday night in a Whiteville homicide. Three people, including the suspect, were killed, according to the Sheriff’s Office.