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Pender County Emergency Services Department planning, analyzing after merger

The Pender County Emergency Services Department has taken over fire and EMS services, in an effort to cut costs and provide efficiencies. The new county department replaces a longstanding nonprofit service provider. The road to the reorganization, or merger, of fire and EMS services did not start smoothly. In March...

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Wilmington planners back proposal to close alley

The Wilmington Planning Commission abided by a staff recommendation and gave its recommendation Nov. 4 to close an unnamed alley. The commission, by a 4-0 vote, puts its stamp on a request involving the closure of approximately 231 feet of a variable-width, unimproved alley south of Marstellar Street between South Second and South Third streets. The alley, which connects only to Marstellar Street, encompasses 0.14 acres. City staff recommended closing the alley, which extends south from Marstellar Street, ends mid-block and does not connect to any other rights-of-way. According to staff, the proposal is generally consistent with the Create Wilmington Comprehensive Plan. Next up: the City Council Now the matter will go before the Wilmington City Council. If approved by the City Council, the closure would add land to four adjacent lots. The three owners of the abutting properties signed the application. “Right now, this is nothing more than closing a piece of ground is all it’s doing,” commissioner Jack Pollock said during the meeting at City Hall at Skyline Center. “Correct,” replied Cindee Wolf, speaking on behalf of one of the adjacent owners. No one spoke in favor or in opposition to the item at a public hearing before

Wilmington, NC · 3d

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Brunswick County Board of Commissioners 2026 election results

Voters across the Wilmington area headed to the polls today to cast ballots in the 2026 General Election. And thousands of others cast ballots during the early voting period. In addition to the Brunswick County Commissioner races, residents are voting for U.S. Senate, U.S. House, state legislators and numerous local and judicial contests, including school board, clerk of court and district attorney. As local election officials tally up the votes once polls close at 7:30 p.m., this is where you can find live results and real-time data for key races. You can find more results here . You can visit the State Board of Elections website for more North Carolina results . This article originally appeared on Wilmington StarNews: Brunswick County Board of Commissioners 2026 election results

Brunswick County, NC · 4d

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VOTE 2026: Jessica Bichler challenges Michael Lee in contentious District 7 state Senate race

The race for the District 7 state senate seat to represent most of New Hanover County has become one of the most expensive elections in North Carolina.

New Hanover County, NC · 4d
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School bond investments could bring changes beyond the classroom

LELAND, NC (WWAY) — Voters in New Hanover and Brunswick counties approved nearly $670 million in school bonds, setting the stage for major investments in local schools and facilities. Now, both districts are moving into the planning stages, with projects aimed at addressing overcrowding, modernizing aging facilities and preparing...

New Hanover County, NC · 3d

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$320.5 million school bond for New Hanover County passes

NHCS Superintendent Dr. Chris Barnes said he and his senior were out at the polls on Tuesday handing out information on the school bond. “This was a bipartisan community effort, and we are so grateful that the community and the voters trust the district is in the right place,” he said.

New Hanover County, NC · 4d

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Public hearing scheduled for proposed shellfish leases in Onslow County

The public will have a chance to weigh in on five proposed shellfish leases in Onslow County later this month. The N.C. Division of Marine Fisheries will hold a hearing at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17, at the Holly Ridge Community Center, 404 Sound Road. People can also attend online through Webex. The applications are proposals and have not yet been approved. NC DEQ.

Onslow County, NC · 3d

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Onslow County businesses collect food and toiletries for pantry

Onslow County — Community Lumber in Swansboro and Builders Supply in Jacksonville are collecting donations for a local food pantry through Wednesday, Nov. 18. Organizers are asking people to donate nonperishable food and toiletries at either location. Community Lumber is at 1003 W. Corbett Avenue in Swansboro. Builders Supply...

Onslow County, NC · 5d

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Dow surges more than 1,500 points after midterms, but affordability concerns remain

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The Dow Jones Industrial Average posted its biggest one-day gain following a midterm election in more than four decades Wednesday, surging more than 1,500 points as Democrats regained control of both chambers of Congress. The Dow climbed more than 3% less than 24 hours after...

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Residents invited to meeting on Navassa Superfund cleanup

NAVASSA, N.C. (WECT) - Navassa residents can hear about recently completed soil removal and planned cleanup at the Kerr-McGee Superfund site during a Nov. 12 community meeting. The Multistate Environmental Response Trust is hosting the meeting with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the North Carolina Department of Environmental...

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Golf Barn to host first wiener dog race benefiting Paws Place

WINNABOW, NC (WWAY) — Dachshunds will take over the driving range at The Golf Barn in Brunswick County this weekend as the business prepares to host its first wiener dog race. The event is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 7, with races beginning at 11 a.m. at The Golf Barn,...

Winnabow, NC · 3d

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Pender County DSS hosts second annual food drive to support local food pantries

PENDER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — Pender County Department of Social Services (DSS) is collecting food donations to help families facing food insecurity throughout the county. The department’s second annual food drive runs from Oct. 12 through Nov. 13, 2026, with all donations benefiting Pender County food pantries. Organizers...

Pender County, NC · 4d

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Camille Harrell wins race for Pender County Clerk of Superior Court

Camille Harrell has defeated Brenda Tucker in the Pender County Clerk of Superior Court 2026 election. Harrell’s was the only name on the ballot, but she faced a challenge from Tucker as a write-in candidate. Tucker, the former clerk of court in New Hanover County, is the mother to current clerk Elizabeth Craver. She mounted a prominent campaign as a write-in candidate, but ultimately gained around 22.5% of the vote and lost to Harrell. The results are unofficial until the Pender County Board of Elections canvass on Nov. 13. More: 2026 election results for the Wilmington area Harrell’s goals include improving public accessibility in the electronic filing system and expanding opportunities for teen court programs, she told the StarNews in a candidate questionnaire. It won't be the first time Harrell serves in the role. Harrell was a former employee of the clerk’s office under Craver and was appointed as interim clerk when Craver was suspended for allegations of financial misconduct. Harrell eventually resigned from the clerk's office when Craver retook office after her suspension was lifted. Now, Harrell will take the position as the elected official. Charlie Kingree is the Pender County and trending topics reporter for the StarNews. He

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Voters in Onslow County will decide several local races Tuesday

Voters in Onslow County will decide several local races Tuesday, including who will fill three seats on the County Board of Commissioners. Five candidates are competing for those seats, Republicans Royce Bennett, Whitney Cantrell and Tim Foster face Democrats Rebecca Cooper and Michel Leandre Junior. Bennett and Foster are incumbents.

Onslow County, NC · 5d

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Brunswick Co. leaders deny motion to request planning board chair’s resignation

BRUNSWICK COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - Brunswick County commissioners voted 3-2 denying a motion to send a letter asking Planning Board Chair Clifton Cheek to step down and leave the board. Commissioner Randy Thompson made the motion. Thompson said the planning board has approved developments that commissioners did not approve, including...

Brunswick County, NC · 5d

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Onslow County voters turn out on Election Day, weigh in on key reasons to vote

JACKSONVILLE, N.C. (WITN) - Voters across Onslow County turned out in steady numbers Tuesday, casting ballots in key federal, state, and local races after record-breaking early voting turnout across the state. At polling sites like the Jacksonville Commons, lines stretched outside the doors as residents made their voices heard when...

Onslow County, NC · 5d

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Southport Senior Building temporarily closed after inspection finds multiple violations

SOUTHPORT, NC (WWAY) — The City of Southport has temporarily closed its Senior Building following a recent inspection that identified several violations. According to the city, the building, located on Fodale Avenue, was deemed unsafe for public occupancy and is closed effective immediately until further notice. The city has...

Southport, NC · 3d

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NCDOT updates Cape Fear Memorial Bridge proposal after community pushback

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - State transportation officials have changed plans to replace the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge in response to public concerns about preservation and downtown traffic. The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) updated Alternative B, replacing a planned connection at Fifth Avenue with a more compact ramp system...

Wilmington, NC · 4d