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Bridge
New Hanover, News, Top Stories

A bridge coming near the Landfall neighborhood has residents upset

"I feel bad for the people in Eastport who are going to have a bridge going through their front yards."
April 15, 2025
Keelin Berrian,

According to Howell, the project is estimated to cost $82 million. That includes right-of-way purchase, utilities, and construction. It’s funded through the state’s Transportation Improvement Plan and will start Sept 2027, with 4-years of construction.

Mongero1
Sports, Top Stories

WCA baseball coach’s influence to players past and present

April 15, 2025
Colton Emswiler,

Trent Mongero may only be in his second year leading the Wilmington Christian Academy baseball team, but he’s been leading dugouts for more than three decades.

Local, New Hanover, News, Top Stories

Salvation Army close to opening new Center of Hope

April 15, 2025
Conor Doherty,

Most of the kitchen equipment is in place, the bathrooms are nearly fully furnished, and the rooms are getting their final coat of paint.

Local, New Hanover, News, Top Stories

WFD holds free car-seat check for parents

April 15, 2025
Conor Doherty,

A spokesperson for the Fire Department said parents need to pay attention to the height and weight limits on their car seats.

(Photo: Nate Mauldin/WWAY)
Local, NC, New Hanover, News, Top Stories

Debt-free justice: Advocates observe ‘415 Day’ to raise awareness about court fees

April 15, 2025
Nate Mauldin,

On Tuesday, advocates across North Carolina are observing 415 Day to raise awareness about the financial burden court fines. 

(Photo: Nate Mauldin/WWAY)
Features, Local, New Hanover, News, Top Stories

UNCW School of Nursing celebrates 40 years of service

April 15, 2025
Nate Mauldin,

On Tuesday, the college held a celebration in the Warwick Center, bringing together teachers, students, and alumni. 

(Photo: Nate Mauldin/WWAY)
Features, Local, News, Top Stories

Financial assistance program for select New Hanover County schools opens to applicants

April 15, 2025
Nate Mauldin,

The program titled School Zones of Hope is led by New H.O.P.E. CDC. The program provides financial assistance to the families of low-income students. 

Peter Askim
Local, NC, NC-Carolinas, New Hanover, News, Top Stories

The Wilmington Symphony Orchestra is welcoming a new musical director

April 15, 2025
Nate Mauldin,

The Wilmington Symphony Orchestra is welcoming a new musical director

Rhea Pet Pals
Brunswick, Local, News, Pet Pals, Top Stories

Pet Pals: Sweet and shy tri-pod mama looking for forever home

April 15, 2025
WWAY News,

After giving birth to six beautiful girls, Rhea is ready for a big cozy couch to call her own.

Local, New Hanover, News, Top Stories

Environmental importance of Sledge Forest discussed during meeting, with development still looming

April 14, 2025
Conor Doherty,

On Monday night, members of Save Sledge Forest, an organization attempting to protect the forest, held a meeting about the forest’s unique ecosystem at UNCW’s Lumina Theater.

Topsail Glax
Sports, Top Stories

Topsail girls lacrosse off to another impressive start

April 14, 2025
Colton Emswiler,

With half the teams in the Mideastern Conference on spring break, Topsail girls lacrosse has an opportunity to increase their lead at the top of the standings.

(Photo: Nate Mauldin/WWAY)
Features, Local, New Hanover, News, Top Stories

Teen’s transplant journey, local man’s search highlights National Donate Life Month

April 14, 2025
Nate Mauldin,

April is National Donate Life Month. We’re highlighting two Cape Fear stories that show the importance of organ donation.

Coach Bobbitt And Ems
Features, Local, New Hanover, News

Laney High School Coach Bobbitt reconnects with first responders after heart attack

April 14, 2025
Summer Trolli,

Back in February, a Laney High School track and cross-country coach had a heart attack while running a marathon.  

Dignityperiod Project
DISTRACTION, Local, New Hanover, News

Lutheran Church of Reconciliation leads ‘Dignity.Period’ Project to help local women in need

April 14, 2025
Summer Trolli,

Lutheran Church of Reconciliation on Market Street in Wilmington has been collecting feminine hygiene donations. 

Features, Local, News, Top Stories

From shelter to studio: Local pets get their close-up

April 13, 2025
WWAY News,

 A foster photo shoot and supply drive in Wilmington’s Cargo District helped bring attention to local animals in need of a forever home.

Brunswick, Local, News, Top Stories

Future of Holden Beach pier building and pier uncertain

April 11, 2025
Conor Doherty,

The building and the nearby pier, which is still standing, have been closed to the public since 2022 due to a lack of repairs.

4 10 Uncw Will Mary Bb
Sports, Top Stories

UNCW picks up 9-1 home win over William & Mary

April 11, 2025
Colton Emswiler,

UNCW baseball began their home weekend series on the right foot with a 9-1 home win over William & Mary on Friday.

Pole Vault3
Sports, Top Stories

Coastal Christian pole vaulter following in mother’s footsteps

April 11, 2025
Colton Emswiler,

Hannah Grace, a senior at Coastal Christian High School, is one of the most decorated pole vaulters in the country.

Drought The Film
Community, DISTRACTION, Local, New Hanover, News

Wilmington-based film is now streaming to Peacock subscribers

April 11, 2025
Summer Trolli,

After sitting down for the first time in 2014 to create the script, eleven years later, a Wilmington-based film is now streaming to millions on the streaming platform Peacock. 

The Brunswick Center At Waccamaw
Brunswick, Community, Local, News

Ribbon cut on new Ash-Waccamaw multipurpose community building

April 11, 2025
Summer Trolli,

Brunswick County and Brunswick Senior Resources, Inc. held a ribbon cutting Friday for a new Ash-Waccamaw multi-use building. 

(Photo: Nate Mauldin/WWAY)
Features, Local, New Hanover, News, Top Stories

New Hanover School Board censures Board Member Tim Merrick along party lines

April 11, 2025
Nate Mauldin,

The vote was called by Board Chair Melissa Mason (R), who claims Merrick (D) violated policies relating to personnel privacy.  

Features, Local, News, Top Stories

Natural Gas Rodeo held in Wilmington

April 11, 2025
WWAY News,

“The benefit of Wilmington is we love it because we have the battleship as the background, the Cape Fear on this side.”

Features, Local, New Hanover, News, Top Stories

Local synagogue prepares for Passover

April 11, 2025
WWAY News,

“Passover is the holiday of our freedom. It commemorates when Jews were slaves in Egypt thousands of years ago…” said Rabbi Chaya Bender.

Food Coop
Community, New Hanover, News, Top Stories

North Food Co-op grocery store is still on amid re-strategizing

"100%, the store is coming. There's no doubt in our minds. We're not stopping the project. We're just for the best way to move forward."
April 10, 2025
Keelin Berrian,

On Tuesday, The Northside Food Co-op held a Zoom meeting with the community. It comes after the co-op announced a “pause” on construction for the grocery store.

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