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WILMYWOOD market to celebrate Wilmington’s film history, pop culture and local artists
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Movie lovers and pop culture fans will have a chance to celebrate Wilmington’s film history at a special market featuring local artists, collectibles and cosplay. Geeks & Freaks ILM is hosting its WILMYWOOD market on Sunday, Nov. 15, from 1 to 5 p.m. at...
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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.
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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...
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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.
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Wilmington names Kimberly Seaton human resources director
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Wilmington has named Kimberly Seaton its new human resources director. Seaton will start Dec. 14 and oversee the city’s recruitment, compensation and benefits, employee relations, workforce development and performance management. She will also guide human resources policies and programs and support employee development, according to city officials.
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Wilmington Police Department becomes first in NC to earn re-accreditation through state program
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The Wilmington Police Department (WPD) has become the first law enforcement agency in North Carolina to achieve re-accredited status through the North Carolina Law Enforcement Accreditation (NCLEA) program. The recognition follows the department’s initial accreditation in 2023, when WPD became one of the first agencies...
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CFCC names Wilmington native Greg Troutman director of campus safety and security
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Cape Fear Community College has named Wilmington native Greg Troutman as its new director of campus safety and security, bringing more than 25 years of experience in the security industry to the position. The college announced the hiring Monday, Nov. 9, saying Troutman will focus...
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Cameron Art Museum receives $1.5 million grant after record year
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Cameron Art Museum has received a $1.5 million grant to help build an education pavilion and begin work on an art park, following a year of record attendance. The New Hanover Community Endowment grant will support new outdoor spaces for arts education, family programs and recreation...
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First Alert Forecast: chilly autumn air... with reinforcements
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Crisp autumn air will limit rain chances across the Cape Fear in the week ahead. Daily temps dawning in the nippy 40s and cresting the comfy 70s will accelerate the fall foliage color show toward its seasonal peak. First Alert: next weekend’s scheme continues to look colder with chilly 50s for highs and frosty 30s for lows.
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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...