Wilmington NC

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - Two unnamed kittens from the New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office (NHCSO) Animal Services Unit are looking for their forever home. The kittens are around 11 weeks old and from the same litter. Those interested in adopting are encouraged to visit the NHCSO shelter...

LEAD stands for Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion programs, and it works pretty much the way it sounds: An officer might meet someone in the community who has a small amount of narcotics on them — just enough for personal use. And instead of taking them to jail, they give them contact info for social workers with...

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The Wilmington City Council will consider a $17.5 million federal grant application for riverfront repairs and a rezoning proposal to convert a former hotel into affordable housing at its meeting on Tuesday, April 7. The council will also vote on applying for $14 million from the...

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) -A crash involving a boat caused a major traffic backup on Oleander Drive. According to our crew on the scene, the crash happened on the Bradley Creek Bridge. Traffic is now slowly moving again near the intersection of Oleander Drive and Greenville Ave. No word yet on...

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The North Carolina Azalea Festival returns next week, bringing a slate of events including the street fair, parade, and the annual Garden Party. As the festival approaches, a Wilmington boutique is helping attendees prepare for one of its most fashion-forward traditions. Large hats and...

NEW HANOVER COUNTY (WWAY) — A Wilmington boy is back on his feet and riding again after a frightening bicycle accident, thanks to a gesture from local first responders. On March 23, 7-year-old Karter Johnson was riding his bike with a friend when he lost control and crashed. “I...

On Wednesday, staff told county commissioners that they were presenting a balanced budget, closing the roughly $4-million gap from the last budget meeting. “Let that be the headline that we do have a balanced budget today,” budget officer Amanda Kostusiak told commissioners. There are still some unfunded programs...

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — A New Hanover County man is facing multiple charges, including assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill inflicting serious injury and assault by strangulation. According to arrest records, 46-year-old James Christopher Hinson was arrested around 1:03 a.m. on Monday at 5550...

CAROLINA BEACH, N.C. (WECT) - Carolina Beach Ocean Rescue has reported 15 rescues as of 4 p.m. Friday, as strong rip currents create dangerous conditions along the coast. The National Weather Service in Wilmington posted the update, warning beachgoers of the hazardous surf conditions. Beach officials are urging...

BRUNSWICK COUNTY, N.C. (WWAY) — The Brunswick County Planning Board is working to fill two vacant seats following the recent resignations of a board member and its vice chairman. Board member Jim Board and Vice Chairman Jason Gaver stepped down weeks apart last month. Gaver resigned after moving out...