Wilmington NC

PENDER COUNTY, NC (WWAY-TV) – WWAY has learned that Pender County law enforcement is looking into the transfer of county-owned property to a Hampstead neighborhood. It has to do with playground equipment at Kiwanis Park. “I’m actually here to celebrate something that happened in our community,” said Beth Butler....

The powerful winter storm expected to impact a large swath of the country will bring freezing rain and ice to much of North Carolina, although coastal areas are expected to be spared from the worst, according to the National Weather Service. The entire region will be plunged into sub-freezing temperatures going into...

BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — The Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office said during periods of significantly cold temperatures, Brunswick County partners with two agencies to help provide warming shelter options for individuals and families in need. If you or someone you know may need assistance, the sheriff’s office...

North Carolina teen bluegrass band Dear Maribella & The Pigkickers, will be hosting the first of what they hope will be an annual wintertime jam weekend, February 27-28 in Wilmington. Billed as a Pig Kickin’ Pickin’ Party, they are taking over the Holiday Inn Express-Porter’s Neck in Wilmington, NC, and...

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Wilmington city officials have announced that the new roundabout at River Road and Independence Boulevard has opened. According ot the city, the roundabout opened to traffic on Friday, Jan. 23, including access to River Road to and from the north. Some adjacent work is still ongoing...

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - New Hanover County has announced adjustments to operations at county facilities this weekend ahead of the winter storm. Libraries, including the book sale, will be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 24. Parks, Airlie Gardens and the New Hanover County Arboretum will be...

Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Wilmington, North Carolina – Minor to moderate winter weather impacts are expected across southeastern North Carolina this weekend as freezing rain develops inland, prompting an Ice Storm Warning for...

LELAND, NC (WWAY) — The Brunswick County District Attorney’s Office has concluded its investigation into a January 2 shooting on Dixie Drive in Leland that left one man dead. According to a news release, the investigation determined the homeowner was legally justified in using deadly force. District Attorney...

CASTLE HAYNE, NC (WWAY) — SkyWatch Bird Rescue is asking the community for donations as temperatures continue to drop below freezing for multiple days. SkyWatch Bird Rescue houses a wide range of exotic, domestic, and migratory birds who are not equipped for winter weather. The upcoming cold shot will...

PENDER COUNTY (WWAY) — Since 2018, Pender County has seen its workforce grow more than 18 percent. As the county continues to see an uptick in population and economic growth, it’s aiming to bring in more high-paying jobs. Two Amazon facilities are taking shape, bringing in 1,000 potential...