WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Pender County water customers on Malpass Corner Road from Horse Branch to Herrings Chapel roads have had their water shut just after 7 p.m. on Monday, March 25, according to … [Read more...] about Water main break in Pender Co. causes outage
Port City United employee arrested in connection to shooting; county removes him from position
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Wilmington police have arrested a man in connection to a shooting that occurred on Thursday, March 21 at around 5:15 p.m.37-year-old Stephen Michael Barnett was arrested on … [Read more...] about Port City United employee arrested in connection to shooting; county removes him from position
Frances Weller to compete in UNCW’s first ever “Dancing with the Seahawks”
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The first-ever Dancing with the Seahawks is being hosted by UNCW next month on Sunday, April 21 at the Warwick Center.Five competitors from around the region will be paired … [Read more...] about Frances Weller to compete in UNCW’s first ever “Dancing with the Seahawks”
New Hanover Co. could be asked to provide additional $4.5 million to school district amid budget shortfall
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - New Hanover County Schools faces a $20 million budget shortfall for the upcoming fiscal year. The inevitable budget cuts are due, in part, to declining enrollment and the end … [Read more...] about New Hanover Co. could be asked to provide additional $4.5 million to school district amid budget shortfall
‘That’s a big increase:’ Experts weigh in on Leland’s proposed 70% tax rate increase
LELAND, N.C. (WECT) - After the Town of Leland’s unprecedented growth over the past decade, town leaders are finally boosting the area’s infrastructure, emergency response personnel, and public … [Read more...] about ‘That’s a big increase:’ Experts weigh in on Leland’s proposed 70% tax rate increase
77th Annual NC Azalea Festival to feature concerts, parade, street fair, fireworks and more
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The 77th Annual NC Azalea Festival will feature concerts, a parade, a street fair fireworks, art and more from April 3 to 7 in Wilmington, North Carolina.While the festival … [Read more...] about 77th Annual NC Azalea Festival to feature concerts, parade, street fair, fireworks and more
Columbus Co. Sheriff’s Office announces return of community watch
COLUMBUS COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - After a pause due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Columbus County Sheriff’s Office is bringing back its community watch program.“What exactly is a Community Watch, you … [Read more...] about Columbus Co. Sheriff’s Office announces return of community watch
One shot in fight involving high school students and adults in Bladen County
BLADEN COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - Bladen County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a shots fired call around 4000 Center Road near Bladenboro on Friday, March 22.“Upon arrival deputies found several … [Read more...] about One shot in fight involving high school students and adults in Bladen County
Southport-Fort Fisher Ferry moving to spring schedule starting March 26
The Fort Fisher and Southport Ferry(WECT)By WECT StaffPublished: Mar. 25, 2024 at 4:05 PM EDT|Updated: 17 minutes agoShare on FacebookEmail This LinkShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on … [Read more...] about Southport-Fort Fisher Ferry moving to spring schedule starting March 26
Student charged after officials find loaded pistol at Laney High School
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - A student was found in possession of a gun and possession of a firearm by a minor at Laney High School last week, according to New Hanover County Schools.NHCS says the school … [Read more...] about Student charged after officials find loaded pistol at Laney High School