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Multi-vehicle crash shuts down Burgaw Highway near church

ONSLOW, NC (WWAY) — A multi-vehicle crash has shut down a portion of Burgaw Highway Monday afternoon. According to a traffic alert issued around 1:23 p.m., Burgaw Highway is closed near Harris Creek Missionary Baptist Church as emergency crews respond to the crash. Drivers are being asked to avoid...

Burgaw, NC · 3h
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Two dead, child injured after wrong-way head-on crash shuts down Highway 24

North Carolina State Highway Patrol says Highway 24 in Onslow County is shut down in both directions following a deadly head-on collision. Troopers received the call shortly after 6:30 p.m. for a two-vehicle crash. According to Highway Patrol, the red truck was traveling eastbound in the westbound lanes near Steam...

Onslow County, NC · 1d
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Drive-In Turkey Bingo returns to Pender County

PENDER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — Pender County Parks and Recreation is hosting its Drive-In Turkey Bingo event on Sunday, November 22, at locations in Burgaw and Hampstead. According to the department, participants can enjoy five rounds of bingo with opportunities to win frozen turkeys, pies, gift cards, and more.

Pender County, NC · 2d
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DEPUTIES: Woman found dead after shots fired at Sneads Ferry business; deputies respond to concerns

DEPUTIES: Woman found dead after shots fired at Sneads Ferry business; deputies respond to concerns.

Sneads Ferry, NC · 1d
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14 recent restaurant openings and closings in the Wilmington area

If you're looking for coastal Greek cuisine or Thai specialties, or maybe fresh New York-style bagels or tropical cocktails, there's good news. All of these and more have been added to the Wilmington-area dining scene in recent weeks. They include fresh new concepts and locations of up-and-coming brands. But the month also brought several notable departures, with longtime businesses and popular neighborhood gathering spots closing their doors. They include a business that got its start selling boozy pastries, a popular spot for sunset watching, and a hidden gem Indian eatery. Here's a look at the latest restaurant and food business openings and closings in New Hanover, Brunswick and Pender counties. Restaurant openings Opa by Giorgios Restaurateur Giorgios Bakatsias officially opened his newest restaurant at 14 Harnett St. in downtown Wilmington at the end of October / early November. The two-story space has a coastal Greek menu from Chef Renato Mekolli, and a plan for music and entertainment at night. Bagel Boss Wilmington Also in the Marina District, the Wilmington location of this bagel brand held a ribbon cutting on Oct. 19 at 28 Harnett St. in the Pier 33 Apartments. The menu includes New York-style bagels, schmears and coffee. Mr.

Wilmington, NC · 2d

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Brunswick, Pender Co. gas stations get letters amid NC Fuel Check complaints

SOUTHEASTERN N.C. (WECT) - Attorney Jeff Jackson says that his office has followed up on 51 consumer complaints about gas stations since launching N.C. Fuel Check. North Carolina’s 41-cent-per-gallon tax on gasoline and diesel is suspended from Oct. 10 through Nov. 30 under a law signed by Gov. Josh Stein in October.

Pender County, NC · 3d

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Retirees On The North Carolina Coast Are Living Comfortably On About $2,200 A Month In This City

A floating battleship sits across the river from downtown, and seniors get a discount to climb aboard. That alone tells you a lot about this coastal city. Retirees here can also ride the city bus for a dollar. North Carolina leaves Social Security checks alone at tax time. Groceries carry...

Wilmington, NC · 1d

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New details emerge in Jacksonville court on fatal motorcycle crash

New details were revealed in court today about the deadly motorcycle crash that killed a 22-year-old man in Jacksonville last month. 40-year-old Rebekah Stebbins made her first court appearance today, one day after being arrested in connection with the crash. News 12 was in the courtroom as prosecutors and the...

Jacksonville, NC · 2d

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Wilmington Says It Will Not Waive an Estimated $122,000 Mitigation Fee for Six 100-Year-Old Live Oaks Slated to Come Down at the 550-Unit Hillcrest Redevelopment

Wilmington's city manager won't waive an estimated $122,000 mitigation fee for six 100-year-old live oaks at the 550-unit Hillcrest redevelopment.

Wilmington, NC · 1d

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Lithium-ion batteries banned from household trash, recycling starting Dec. 1

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Lithium-ion batteries tossed in the trash can spark fires in garbage trucks and recycling facilities, a risk New Hanover County officials hope a new North Carolina law will help reduce. Starting Dec. 1, the law makes it illegal to put lithium-ion batteries in household trash or...

New Hanover County, NC · 8h

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Scotty McCreery headlines Holly Ridge music festival with Lonestar in Onslow County

Why did McCreery return to his home state for the Holly Ridge festival?. Country music star Scotty McCreery returned to his home state Saturday to headline a full day of live music in Onslow County. McCreery was set to take the stage with Lonestar at Holly Ridge Municipal Park, along...

Onslow County, NC · 1d

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Wilmington renters face tighter apartment market, study says

Demand is up in Wilmington for places to live. More specifically, for apartments. According to a study from apartment-related blog RentCafe, the rental market is getting hotter in Wilmington, defying a statewide trend observed in other small North Carolina cities. So what does this mean for Wilmington-area residents? RentCafe’s study , which published Oct. 8, suggests that renters will have a tougher time finding an apartment in the competitive market. Occupancy rates for apartments are rising, and the apartments themselves are sitting vacant for less time. This trend comes alongside Wilmington’s overall growth as populations all over the region continue to climb. Meanwhile, rent prices are also increasing, with one study finding that rents increased 13% between 2023 and 2026 – almost double the statewide rate of 7%. More: It now takes $90K+ to live comfortably in NC. What about Wilmington? How competitive is Wilmington’s rental market? RentCafe scored cities on the Rental Competitiveness Index, a tool that accounted for factors like occupancy rates, average vacant days, lease renewal rate, and the number of prospective renters in a city. Wilmington scored a 78.2 on this scale -- up from 74.2 last year and well over the national average of 73.9.

Wilmington, NC · 2d

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Investigation in alleged “cash for votes” in New Hanover taken over by FBI

RALEIGH — A complaint filed by the North Carolina Republican Party alleging a “cash-for-votes” scheme in New Hanover County now sits with the Federal Bureau of Investigation. The N.C. Republican Party (NCGOP) referred evidence to the State Board of Elections (NCSBE) for investigation in October 2025. According...

New Hanover County, NC · 2d

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One injured in Friday night shooting in Wilmington, police investigating

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — One person was injured in a shooting Friday night in Wilmington, according to the Wilmington Police Department. Officers responded to the 3500 block of Metting Road around 10 p.m. Friday after receiving a ShotSpotter notification. When officers arrived, they found evidence of a shooting, including...

Wilmington, NC · 2d

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Pioneering Vietnam War pilot from Wilmington to receive military honors at Arlington

WILMINGTON, N.C. — A decorated Air Force pilot who helped revolutionize American aerial warfare during the Vietnam War will make his final journey from Wilmington to Arlington National Cemetery this Veterans Day. Retired Lt. Col. Allen Thompson Lamb Jr., one of the original pilots selected for the U.S. Air...

Wilmington, NC · 4h

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Vandalism blamed for CO2 leak in downtown Wilmington

Several emergency crews responded to a reported gas leak Sunday morning, according to a Wilmington Fire Department spokesperson.

Wilmington, NC · 11h

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Jacksonville Inventory Climbs Well Above the National Pace

Jacksonville buyers found more homes to choose from as inventory climbed, even as newly listed homes were harder to come by.

Jacksonville, NC · 1d

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Southeast North Carolina Veterans Day Parade draws crowd to Front Street

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Neighbors from across the region lined Front Street on Saturday morning for the Southeast North Carolina Veterans Day Parade. Veterans, active-duty service members, marching bands and community groups marched through downtown Wilmington. Organizers said the parade included 11 marching bands. They said 75 people helped make the event possible.

Wilmington, NC · 2d

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Saltwater Stories dinner in Wilmington highlights African American foodways on NC coast

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) -A dinner in downtown Wilmington called Saltwater Stories brought guests together to explore how African American foodways have shaped North Carolina’s coast. Guests gathered around the table for an evening centered on food, community and coastal heritage. The dinner was part of Out to Sea NC...

Wilmington, NC · 20h