A local official is calling for deeper analysis of the impact of a 4,000-unit development in a flood-prone area amid surging community opposition to the proposal. (Courtesy New Hanover County ...

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — An annual meeting held at the New Hanover County Government Center highlighted the ongoing impact of funding from the National Opioid Settlement. Over the next 18 ...

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) -The New Hanover County Fire Rescue responded to a house fire Monday morning. Crews arrived at a home off Murrayville Road at 7:30 a.m. on Monday, January 13. Smoke and ...

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The official start to the 2025 tax season is less than two weeks away and starting next month, New Hanover County residents can receive free tax preparation help.

The wealthiest counties in the state of North Carolina were ranked in a recent ... investment income rather than overall wealth, New Hanover County increased to become part of the top 10 while ...

That includes city and county leaders here in Southeastern North Carolina. From affordable housing to public safety and preserving green space in our area, Wilmington City Council members and New ...

A New Hanover County beach town was recently recognized for its comfort. Carolina Beach made the World Atlas list of the state's nine most comfortable towns in North Carolina for seniors.

released its widely anticipated new flood risk maps on Dec. 20, and unsuspecting residents learned that they may now be required to buy flood insurance. In Palm Beach County alone, more than ...

Flood zones in the U.S. are designated by ... “Start with official flood maps, but dig deeper. Local county records often tell a different story. I also recommend checking elevation certificates ...

according to the flood zone map. That means any new construction project in the zone must have a ground floor that is seven feet higher than sea level to reduce the likelihood of flood damage ...

Nationwide farm, pet, and home improvement retailer Tractor Supply Company opened in its new, larger standalone Hanover location on Friday morning, marking the latest expansion of the Gateway ...