Wilmington NC

BOILING SPRING LAKES, N.C. (WECT) - A man has been arrested and charged following a break-in and theft at a home in Boiling Spring Lakes. According to the Boiling Spring Lakes Police Department, officers saw a suspicious vehicle leaving a vacated home during a routine patrol on April 6. The department said an investigation revealed that a person had broken into the property, caused damage...

Looking for some great free finds around Wilmington? Neighbors are giving away everything from furniture to outdoor gear. Check out what’s available right now!. Condition: Used – like new, from a smoke-free home. Perfect for a guest room or dorm setup. Location: Wilmington, NC.

The event will include adoptable pets, over 40 local vendors, food trucks, an Easter egg hunt, games, raffles and giveaways.

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Breeze Airways is offering limited-time promotional fares on several routes out of Wilmington International Airport, with one-way tickets starting at $54. According to the airline, the sale includes flights from Wilmington to eight destinations, including Akron-Canton, Ohio; Fort Lauderdale and Fort Myers, Florida; Hartford, Connecticut;...

Win the ultimate Hawthorne Ocean Isle Coastal Experience. One lucky winner will enjoy a private day cruising the Intracoastal Waterway aboard the exclusive Hawthorne Ocean Isle resident pontoon boat, along with a $500 gift card to explore local dining and coastal shops. Your getaway also includes a luxurious overnight stay...

For the first time ever, local newsrooms will be honored with their very own day. Local News Day will be celebrated April 9.

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Several businesses could be facing a bulldozer as part of state transportation plans to improve and widen Carolina Beach Road. The latest business to be affected is the Greenfield Lake Yacht Club, a locally owned and operated bar. “Progress is progress, and I totally get it...

Imagine sitting down for dinner with nothing but the wide Atlantic Ocean stretching out beneath your feet. That is exactly what you get at Oceanic Restaurant, perched on the historic Crystal Pier in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina. This one-of-a-kind spot blends fresh coastal food, stunning ocean views, and rich local...

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - The New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office (NHCSO) is searching for 15-year-old Jasmine Hill-Manning. According to NHCSO, Hill-Manning was last seen on Monday, April 6, at around 7:15 p.m. at 7921 Champlain Dr. She was wearing a white shirt and black shorts. She is...

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - A power outage caused an evacuation at the University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) Monday afternoon. A message from UNCW’s alert system was sent out at around 11:30 a.m. on April 6, notifying the campus that a power outage was affecting parts of UNCW’s main campus. Campus officials said an investigation was underway to determine the cause of the outage.