Wrightsville Beach considers allowing dogs during restricted season under proposed ordinance change

The Wrightsville Beach Board of Aldermen will consider a memorandum allowing dogs on the beach during months when they are currently banned.
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Wilmington International Airport evacuated

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The Wilmington International Airport has been evacuated. The airport’s public safety office confirmed this evacuation to WECT. The office said no other information can be ...
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Neighbors react to fire that killed two children in Brunswick County

A man has been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting that happened early Sunday in Wilmington. The sound of bagpipes can mean only one thing in Wilmington: St. Patrick’s Day is near. A man has ...

25 Years of Green: Wilmington set to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day Parade Milestone

This year, the Wilmington St. Patrick’s Day Parade is celebrating a milestone, its 25th anniversary as thousands of spectators are expected to line downtown streets for one of the region’s largest ...

Brunswick County road closed due to downed power line

BRUNSWICK COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - A downed power line is causing drivers to find alternate routes in Brunswick County. According to the Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO), the 1800 block of Maco ...

TRAFFIC ALERT: Multi-vehicle crash and downed trees snarl traffic on U.S. 74/76

Crews are on the scene of a multi-vehicle wreck on U.S. 74/76, according to the Acme-Delco-Riegelwood Fire Rescue (ADR).

Suspect identified in Dawson Street shooting makes first court appearance

A man has been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting that happened early Sunday in Wilmington.

Willie Stargell 5K road race returns to Mayfaire Town Center next month

The Willie Stargell 5K Road Race and 1-mile Walk returns to Wilmington in April. Event organizers say the race welcomes runners and walkers of all ages and fitness levels. Proceeds from the race will ...

Cape Fear Foodie: St. Patrick’s Day Shenanigans

There are number of ways to celebrate in Wilmington, starting with the St. Patrick’s Day Parade along Front Street. There are ...

New Hanover Co. Sheriff’s Office searching for missing person

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - The New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office (NHCSO) is searching for missing 45-year-old Brian Keith Shoffner. According to NHCSO, Shoffner was last seen on Sunday, March ...

North Topsail Beach announces resignation of town manager

The board will provide more information about the interim leadership and the process of selecting the next town manager at a later time.

Two children dead after early morning fire in Brunswick County

A man has been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting that happened early Sunday in Wilmington. The sound of bagpipes can mean only one thing in Wilmington: St. Patrick’s Day is near. You’ve ...