Town of Oak Island to hold ‘Mardi Gras by the Sea: Parade & Festival’
OAK ISLAND, NC (WWAY) — The Mardi Gras by the Sea: Parade & Festival will be held in the Town of Oak Island Saturday. The parade is scheduled to start at 11 a.m. near SE 64th Street and will head West on E Oak Island Drive. The parade will end in front of Town hall on SE 46t Street.
‘One Day Wonder’ traveling exhibit coming to NC Coast
CAPE FEAR, NC (WWAY) — The State Archives of North Carolina’s traveling exhibit “One Day Wonder” is coming to the North Carolina coast. The exhibit will first stop at the Fort Johnston-Southport Museum and Visitors Center on Saturday. From 10 a.m. until 4 p.m., you can...
Happening this Weekend: Carolina Beach Wing Crawl expands to 11 restaurants
CAROLINA BEACH, NC (WWAY) — Happening this weekend, The Island Men are hosting their second annual Carolina Beach Wing Crawl, giving locals and visitors a chance to sample wings from area restaurants, enjoy drink specials, and support local charities. The event, which started last year with six participating...
Events around the Cape Fear for NC First in Freedom Festival
CAPE FEAR, NC (WWAY) — The North Carolina First in Freedom Festival kicks off Saturday. This statewide celebration honors North Carolina’s pivotal role in America’s fight for independence, marking the 250th anniversary of the nation. Communities will host events from February 21 through February 28 with Moores...
Bicyclist struck and killed by vehicle on Market Street, police say
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - A bicyclist died Friday afternoon after being hit by a vehicle on Market Street, according to the Wilmington Police Department (WPD). WPD said officers responded to the 6900 block of Market Street shortly before 4:30 p.m. on Feb. 20, following reports of the crash. When they arrived, they...
No Injuries Reported as Fire Crew Responds to Building Collapse in Wilmington During Renovations
Wilmington residents witnessed a scare in the city when a two-story building on the 200 block of South Van Buren Street partially collapsed. In a Facebook update, Wilmington Fire detailed the response to the early morning distress call at around 10:15 AM on Thursday, which brought about 20 fire and EMS personnel...
WPD investigating fatal bicycle crash
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The Wilmington Police Department says they’re investigating a fatal crash involving a bicycle. Just before 4:30 p.m. on Friday, the Wilmington Police Department responded to the 6900 block of Market Street after reports of a bicyclist being struck by a vehicle. Officers located the...
Leland church hosts annual Ash Wednesday event; offering blessings from the car
LELAND, NC (WWAY-TV) – Christians all over the world including in Wilmington and Leland kicked off the start of Lent by the displaying of ashes on Ash Wednesday. The Bridge Presbyterian Church in Leland hosted their annual drive-thru event for imposing ashes which symbolize repentance and human fragility. This was...
Holly Ridge man arrested for indecent liberties & exposing a child to drugs
HOLLY RIDGE, N.C. (WNCT) — The Holly Ridge Police Department has arrested a man for indecent liberties with a child and exposing a child to controlled substances. According to HRPD, on Feb. 12, officers arrested Benjamin Troy Martin and charged him with: Martin was processed at the Onlow County jail without bond....
39th Annual Plant Sale hosted at the New Hanover County Arboretum is coming up
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WWAY) — The Extension Master Gardner Volunteer Association is thrilled to announce the return of their annual plant sale. The event is scheduled to take place throughout April 16-19. Whether you’re looking for stunning annuals, hardy perennials, aromatic herbs, or signature Japanese Maples, you’ll...

















