NEW HANOVER COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - A homicide investigation began near Murrayville Monday morning, March 4, according to the New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office.The victim has been identified as … [Read more...] about Sheriff’s office names victim in homicide investigation near Murrayville
2 dead, 5 hurt in shooting at Pembroke apartment complex
PEMBROKE, NC (WMBF) - WMBF News is learning more about a deadly shooting at an apartment complex near the University of North Carolina Pembroke’s campus.Pembroke police are investigating the weekend … [Read more...] about 2 dead, 5 hurt in shooting at Pembroke apartment complex
Driver crashes into boat ramp in Wrightsville Beach
Wrightsville Beach PD is investigating the crashThe incident took place around 8:42 p.m.By Anaiya CromartiePublished: Mar. 4, 2024 at 12:21 AM EST|Updated: 11 hours agoShare on FacebookEmail This … [Read more...] about Driver crashes into boat ramp in Wrightsville Beach
Former WPD Sergeant Kenneth Hopkins dies in a crash on Interstate 540
KNIGHTDALE, N.C. (WECT) - Sergeant Kenneth Hopkins, also known as “Hop”, died in a car crash on Interstate 540 Friday night, March 1. He was a former Wilmington PD officer.“The Wilmington Police … [Read more...] about Former WPD Sergeant Kenneth Hopkins dies in a crash on Interstate 540
Wilmington police investigating shooting on King Street
Two people are now in custody.Published: Mar. 3, 2024 at 11:46 PM EST|Updated: 12 hours agoWILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The Wilmington Police Department is investigating a shooting after an officer … [Read more...] about Wilmington police investigating shooting on King Street
City of Whiteville getting $6.8 million for new pipes
WHITEVILLE N.C. (WECT) - Whiteville is getting $6.8 million to replace old sewer pipes and lift stations.The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality is providing $238 million for drinking … [Read more...] about City of Whiteville getting $6.8 million for new pipes
Novant Health to host series of hiring events
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Novant Health will host tri-county hiring events the week of March 4.The first hiring event will be on Tuesday, March 5, in Brunswick County at 5300-7 Main Street in … [Read more...] about Novant Health to host series of hiring events
Spanish learning and language center opens in Southport
SOUTHPORT, N.C. (WECT) - A Spanish learning and language center has opened in Southport.Escuela Del Sol is a new facility that allows people aged 5 and up to take Spanish classes. On Saturday, the … [Read more...] about Spanish learning and language center opens in Southport
World Teen Mental Wellness Day sparks the question of how to talk with your child
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Saturday is World Teen Mental Wellness Day. It is a day that brings awareness to the challenges school-aged children can face. Parents and guardians can play a big part in … [Read more...] about World Teen Mental Wellness Day sparks the question of how to talk with your child
‘I couldn’t believe my eyes’: Car crashes into Castle Hayne home
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Neighbors are asking officials to put a stop to reckless driving after a car crashed into the front of a home in Castle Hayne.Around 2:30 a.m. on March 2, a car crashed into … [Read more...] about ‘I couldn’t believe my eyes’: Car crashes into Castle Hayne home