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Landfall Home Sale Shatters Community's Previous Price Record

The $10 million sale of a home in Wilmington's Landfall community near Wrightsville Beach recently broke the high-end residential development's previous record, according to a real estate firm. The five-bedroom house at 2316 Ocean Point Drive along the Intracoastal Waterway sold for $10 million to members of the Middleton family,...

Wilmington, NC · 6h

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Statesville man charged in death of Brunswick County man

STATESVILLE, N.C. (WECT) - A Statesville man has been charged with kidnapping and murder in the death of a Brunswick County man who was found with “traumatic injuries” Friday, according to police. Officers found Jason Thomas Stanley in the area of Museum Road near the Gregory Creek Trailhead...

Statesville, NC · 10h

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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.

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Leland launches first mobile app for town services and news

Leland has launched its first mobile app, giving residents another way to access town services and receive local updates.

Leland, NC · 9h

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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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Hospitality veterans launch new steakhouse in Wilmington

Soon after the Junction 421 restaurant closed at the end of October, a group of restaurateurs were in the space for a renovation and quick turn-around to reopen as MJ's Steakhouse at 5104 College Road in Wilmington. The new owners are four partners who met through the Brunches brand and worked their way up to leadership roles there. Jill Enloe-Harrill, Ryan Slot, Mika Walker and Chris Harrison said they've opened multiple locations together and have worked together long enough to know each other's strengths. They also all live in the Monkey Junction area and have thought about what kind of restaurant would thrive there. “We all just really love this area," Slot said, adding that they were inspired by the concept of a fun, vibrant, not-too-expensive steakhouse similar to Texas Roadhouse or LongHorn Steakhouse. “But we want it to be a neighborhood steakhouse, not a chain," Enloe-Harrill said. "We want to foster a family feel.” More: Popular Wilmington restaurant closes after sudden sale The look Right now, that includes updating the atmosphere, they said. Some furniture was being moved out and bright red booths were being moved in. “It's a little bit of ambience, a little bit of a facelift,"

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Brunswick County grows with new openings and upcoming plans

Elections are over, unofficially, and Brunswick County residents are kicking off the holiday season with new commercial businesses and anticipated openings. The week is taking a cold turn as frosty weather returns and busy Brunswick picks up speed. In case you missed it, the unofficial results from the Nov. 3 election had incumbent County Commissioner Randy Thompson winning District 1 and Patti Hewett winning District 2. The majority of Brunswick voters also supported a $349.6 million school bond to help funding to support new schools , facility improvements and more as the county continues to grow. For more results: 2026 election results for the Wilmington area Elections are not the only thing that proposed changes. The North Carolina Department of Transportation recently announced a revised alternative for the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge replacement . See how it could impact Brunswick residents. In culture news, Brunswick Town/Fort Anderson State Historic Site has a new installation and permanent exhibit titled "Africa to Carolina." Arts and Culture Reporter John Station has the scoop on the significance of the additions and what visitors can expect. Take a peek at what else is growing on in busy Brunswick . Here we grow again With two

Brunswick County, NC · 11h

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Overnight closures planned for NC 211 in Brunswick County this week

OAK ISLAND, NC (WWAY) — Drivers in Brunswick County should prepare for overnight road closures along a portion of NC 211 this week as crews continue work on a new bridge. According to the Town of Oak Island, the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) will close a section of NC 211, also known as Southport Supply Road, on Tuesday, Nov. 10, Wednesday, Nov. 11, and Thursday, Nov. 12.

Brunswick County, NC · 8h

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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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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...

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Brunswick County veterans arts program expands, plans Belville facility

BRUNSWICK COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - A Brunswick County arts program for veterans is expanding to serve first responders and other frontline workers, with plans for a new facility in Belville. The Veterans Creative Arts Program announced its new name, Frontline Arts Initiative, during a Nov. 8 reception at Brunswick Beer...

Brunswick County, NC · 12h

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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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Port O’ Pines Mobile Home Park residents demand answers over nearly 33% rent increase

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — Dozens of residents at a New Hanover County mobile home park are demanding answers after receiving notices of significant rent increases, leaving some concerned they could be forced out of the community they have called home for years. Residents at Port O Pines...

New Hanover County, NC · 3h

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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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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 · 14h

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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 · 16h

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WHA continuing with Hillcrest redevelopment, asking for tree mitigation fee waiver for Phase I

At last week's meeting, Wilmington City Council members heard a presentation from Tyrone Garrett, Chief Executive Officer for the Wilmington Housing Authority, on the Hillcrest redevelopment project. Garrett and a team of developers are still requesting a waiver for tree mitigation fees for the elimination of several specimen trees. The city manager hasn’t granted that request. WHA has also announced that it will likely be Fall 2028 before tenants can move into the first units of Phase I redevelopment of Hillcrest. They initially targeted April 2028.

Wilmington, NC · 9h

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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...