Sheriff’s office: Chase ends with PIT maneuver in New Hanover County
NEW HANOVER COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - A chase ended with a PIT maneuver Tuesday night, according to the New Hanover County Sheriff's Office. Per...
Brunswick County’s Own Todd Holleman Joins Oak Island Police Department
The Oak Island Police Department has added Officer Todd Holleman to its team. Holleman moved to Brunswick County four years ago and completed his...
Southport searching for new city manager
SOUTHPORT, N.C. (WECT) - Southport is searching for a new city manager, according to its website. According to notes from the Feb. 5 Board...
DA’s Office: Deputy will not face charges in shooting near Supply
SUPPLY, N.C. (WECT) - A Brunswick County Sheriff's Office deputy will not face charges in a shooting near Supply last year, the District Attorney's...
Wilmington PD announces name of new K-9
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The Wilmington Police Department announced a new addition to its K-9 Unit Thursday, Feb. 1. At the time, the police...
Return of the bling: Wilmington woman finds her sparkle in Southport
A woman visits a small seaside town during Christmas. While browsing in the boutiques, she loses a family heirloom. Then an entire town...
First Alert Forecast: Fabulous February weather to wrap up your workweek
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Your First Alert Forecast features a pleasant Valentine's Day evening. Wednesday was a gorgeous day with sunshine and highs in...
Wilmington Residents to Expect Delays and Detours for 2024 Novant Health Marathon on Feb....
The Novant Health Marathon, Half-Marathon, and 5K will occur on Saturday, February 24, 2024, in Wilmington. The event will start at 6:30 a.m. at...
New Hanover County Schools names special education teacher Rookie of the Year
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) -The New Hanover County Schools named Devin Pierce, of the International School at Gregory, the board's Rookie of the Year. A...
Jimmy’s of Wrightsville Beach seeks justice via social media
WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, NC (WWAY) - Some small businesses in the Cape Fear have taken crime to the crowds on social media. Jimmy's of Wrightsville...

















