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July 4 beach celebrations brought almost 200 rip current rescues in North Carolina
NORTH CAROLINA, USA — While the July 4th holiday brought patriotic cheer, many flocked to North Carolina's beaches to celebrate. This led to nearly 200 people being rescued from rip currents in four days. Wilmington's National Weather Service office said 190 of these instances happened between Wednesday and Saturday...
Community foundation awards $51,830 in grants to local nonprofits
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The New Hanover County Community Foundation, a NC Community Foundation affiliate, announced $51,830 in grants on Monday, July 8. “$2,660 to 2Share, Inc. for beds to support families in New Hanover County. “$2,660 to Assistance League of Greater Wilmington for Little Learners library grant. “$600 to...
Emergency response training for Spanish speakers set
Spanish speakers can learn through a statewide emergency response training course later this week how to help others and assist first responders in times of need. The courses being offered in Spanish are scheduled for 6-9 p.m. Friday, and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday in the New Hanover County Emergency Operations Center at 230 Government Center Drive in Wilmington. Register online to participate.
More than $50K awarded to area organizations
NEW HANOVER COUNTY — The local foundation has given more than $50,000 to local nonprofits in its latest tranche of funding. Below are grants to benefit organizations in New Hanover County:. $5,610: Step Up Wilmington for enhancing job prospects and skill development in the Cape Fear region. $5,000: The...
The Agenda: Local government meetings this week
SOUTHEASTERN N.C. — Every Monday Port City Daily will share upcoming government meetings around the tri-county region. If there’s an item of public interest, we’ll include that below the listed meeting, too. Monday, July 8. The Brunswick County Board of Commissioners will meet at 2:00 p.m. in...
Wildlife, bird sanctuaries see increased need after 4th of July fireworks
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Fireworks could be heard across the Cape Fear for much of the night on Thursday, and although fireworks are meant to celebrate, they can have unintended consequences for wildlife. The loud bangs that come along with those beautiful displays can greatly impact and even injure...
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