Yoga Festival held by Wilmington Yoga Center to benefit nonprofits
Yogis flocked to the Wilmington Yoga Center with their mats for the Kunga Yoga Festival on Saturday, benefiting nonprofits.
WFD and WPD take to the ice for annual Guns and Hoses charity hockey game
The 9th Annual Guns And Hoses Charity Hockey Game was held on Saturday at the Wilmington Ice House, where Wilmington Police and Wilmington Fire battled it out on the ice.
Riverfront Farmers Market returns to downtown Wilmington
The Riverfront Farmers Market in downtown had its opening day on Saturday, with dozens of vendors at the market’s first event of the year. More than 50 vendors set up shop on Dock Street between 2nd and Water Streets for the Riverfront Farmers Market.
Hundreds gather for 9th annual Miracles in Motion 5k
ACCESS of Wilmington hosted the 9th annual Miracles in Motion run, walk, or roll at Miracle Field on Saturday.
CFCC’S riverfront boat show returns to downtown Wilmington
The Cape Fear Community College Riverfront Boat Show will be held on Saturday, March 25, from 9:30 until 4 on Water Street, between the Hotel Ballast and Coastline Convention Center.
Clarkton community members gather one year after Brandon McDonald’s disappearance
Friday marks one year since Brandon McDonald was reported missing. Family and friends gathered in Clarkton to honor him and ask for help.
GLOW students react to the first African American woman nominated to the Supreme Court
In New Hanover County, the students of Girls Leadership Academy of Wilmington, or GLOW, are watching history as it unfolds.
Whiteville police warn against latest TikTok ‘Orbeez Challenge’
The “Orbeez Challenge’ has many people running to duck and cover, as kids and young adults use “Gellyball” or “SplatRBall” toy guns to shoot at people.
Break the Silence Banquet in memory of domestic violence victim Timothy William Bellamy
On Friday, March 18th, a memorial banquet was held in honor of domestic violence victim Timothy William Bellamy.
NC Coastal Federation warning about health risks of consuming fish caught in the Cape Fear River
When the weather is nice, its not uncommon to see people fishing along the Cape Fear River but you may want to consider tossing the fish you catch back into the water.
Pender County Sheriff’s Deputies not charged in fatal deputy involved shooting
In a conference Wednesday afternoon, Pender County District Attorney Ben David said two deputies will not be criminally charged for a man’s death after a deputy involved shooting.
Local health expert offers tips on prioritizing mental health in the spring
A local health expert is encouraging people to use the new season to not only reorganize their spaces, but to try “spring cleaning” their brains.
Two new fast electric vehicle charges unveiled in downtown Wilmington
The city is taking additional steps towards going green, and has unveiled its first electric vehicle fast chargers in downtown.
Leland town council to discuss possible development at Point Peter
Plans for a controversial riverfront development in New Hanover County will be moving on to the next steps after receiving a vote from the Leland planning board to move forward.
‘It’s gonna be a heck of a party’: City, county leaders proclaim Azalea Festival Season
Spring has sprung, the azaleas are blooming, and city and county leaders officially declared 'Azalea Festival Season' on Tuesday afternoon.
Spring has sprung, the azaleas are blooming, and city and county leaders officially declared ‘Azalea Festival Season’ on Tuesday afternoon.
Wrightsville Beach attempts to clarify confusion over “new” beach bicycle rules
A recent Facebook post by the Wrightsville Beach Police Department about beach bike rules is causing frustration. The town says it’s all a big misunderstanding.
Whiteville Emergency Management on HERR fire death and site safety
After fighting for his life in Chapel Hill’s burn unit, one man is dead following an explosion and fire at Hazmat Emergency Response and Remediation (HERR).
Whiteville City Council considers rezoning plot for 72-unit apartment complex
Whiteville City Council will consider rezoning an empty lot as a Residential Multi Family zone.
Northwest offering $5,000 for information on double murder
The City of Northwest is offering a $5,000 reward to anyone with information leading to an arrest in a recent double homicide.
Cape Fear Chorale to perform Handel’s “Messiah” at Kenan Auditorium
The Cape Fear Chorale (CFC) is celebrating its 24th year of providing professional high-quality choral music to our region and they group is in full rehearsal mode now for its upcoming performance of Handel’s Messiah.
Pet Pals: 2-year-old male black manx looking for a forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is a 2 year old male manx.
Whiteville girl gets golden ticket to Hollywood after auditioning for American Idol
As American Idol searches for the next singing sensation, one girl from the Cape Fear has already secured her ticket to Hollywood.
As American Idol searches for the next singing sensation, one girl from the Cape Fear has already secured her ticket to Hollywood.
Oak Island Police Sergeant recognized for role in suicide prevention
An Oak Island Police Sergeant was honored Monday afternoon for his role in suicide prevention.
20 charged following drug task force operation in the Cape Fear
18 of the 20 charged were from the Cape Fear area and the operation was part of a continuing effort to end drug- and firearm-related crime.
(Photo: MGN)WILMINGTON, N.C. (WWAY) — The United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of North Carolina announced that an Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force (OCDETF) operation resulted in the charging and arrest of 20 defendants for various offenses, including drug trafficking and firearms offenses. 18 of 20 of those defendants were from the Cape Fear area. An OCDETF…