New York chef to open first restaurant from Burgaw Now contest
Vincent Mangual and his family have been putting the final touches on a new restaurant in Pender County. Junior’s Deli will officially open Sept. 5 at 102 W. Fremont in Burgaw, after hosting some soft opening hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning Aug. 26. “Soft, yeah,” he said. “We had like 100 people. The...
CFCC student visits Afghanistan, interviews Taliban
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — A Wilmington man recently visited Afghanistan. He’s among the first Americans to visit to the war-torn country since US withdrew its forces in 2021. 20-year-old Luke Basso has a YouTube channel where he interviews veterans and survivors of war—spanning from World War II to...
Tips lead to arrest of alleged drug trafficker in Columbus County
Silver Alert issued for missing man last seen traveling from Wilmington to Charlotte. Anyone with information should contact Sgt. Brandon R. Bowers with the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office at 910-895-3232. CFCC hosting Business, Accounting, IT, and Apprenticeships Career Fair in September. Updated: 3 hours ago. Cape...
New Hanover County Commissioners unanimously approves changes to school nurse policy
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Just days into the start of the new school year, New Hanover County Commissioners discussed a major topic of concern for students, a lack of nurses. On Thursday, New Hanover County Commissioners unanimously approved a policy ensuring every school in the district has an on-site nurse.
Abbey Nature Preserve officially donated to Pender County
BURGAW, NC (WWAY) — Pender County has officially acquired the 62-acre Abbey Nature Preserve, along with a 7.59-acre parcel, both generously donated by Mungo Homes. Together, the 69.59 acres will expand public green space, support conservation, and enhance recreational opportunities in one of the county’s...
Investors Back Wilmington’s Skillmaker with $2.5M to Reimagine Skilled Labor Training
Want more tech stories in your inbox? Sign up for our newsletter to get the latest innovation stories from across the Southeast. Subscribe here. Robin Cowie has been on the road constantly for the last three months, criss-crossing the country to meet with investors and large corporations who are trying to figure out...
TRAFFIC ALERT: Crash near North Brunswick High School impacting traffic
BRUNSWICK COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - A traffic accident is affecting traffic in Brunswick County on Thursday morning. According to the Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO), the accident happened at Old Fayetteville Road and Basin Street, near North Brunswick High School. BCSO says no students were involved, and...
Riko’s Pizza to open full-service restaurant in North Carolina
Riko’s Pizza is set to open a new full-service restaurant and bar at Carolina Beach in the US state of North Carolina. The venue will be part of the Proximity Complex and is situated close to residential, business and leisure hubs. The establishment is nearing the end of its...
Proposed Pender County ordinance aims to boost animal welfare
PENDER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — This summer, a Pender County woman reported her dog missing, only to learn she’s not alone. Melissa Williams’ pit bull mix ‘Koda’ disappeared in July. Since then, she says she’s heard from others in the community whose dogs have also gone missing. Most of them, she says, are bully breed...
Wilmington woman sentenced to life in prison for murder
NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — A New Hanover County jury has convicted a Wilmington woman of first degree murder. A judge sentenced Keisha Baldwin, 34 to life in prison without the possibility of parole. On February 26, 2022, Tammy Hayes, 45, was found at the Edge Lounge on...