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NHC Commissioners meeting cancelled

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WECT) – The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners meeting that was originally scheduled for 6 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 9 has been cancelled.

The Board’s next meet is set for Monday, Jan. 23.

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Story Extravaganza coming soon to library

Story Extravaganza coming soon to library

WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) – The New Hanover County Public Library is now accepting performer applications for Story Extravaganza 2012. This second annual storytelling festival is scheduled for Saturday, April 28th from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. at Northeast Library, 1241 Military Cutoff Road. 

Twenty performances by local artists or groups will be featured at Story Extravaganza. Performances will each be five minutes long and based on the children’s book of the performer’s choice.  Performers are not paid but may register for a free table in the vendor area where they may promote services and sell products. 

Check out WECT’s new page devoted to crime

Check out WECT’s new page devoted to crime

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WECT) – WECT.com has a new page that is completely devoted to criminal law.

The Law Connect page features slideshows of mug shots, stories about drug busts, arrest information and surveillance footage. Viewers can also find contact information for local law enforcement agencies, including the Wilmington Police Department and the New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office.

To find the new page, go to WECT.com and click the Law Connect tab in the middle of the blue menu bar.

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Board of Education accepting applications for Virgo Advisory Board

Board of Education accepting applications for Virgo Advisory Board

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WECT) – The New Hanover County Board of Education is looking for applicants to serve on the DC Virgo Advisory Board.

The Board of Education will appoint three individuals to serve staggered terms on the new board, according to Debora Trafton with the school system.

The initial terms for the appointees will be set for one, two or three-year terms.

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Traffic Advisory: Lane closure on drawbridge Friday

Traffic Advisory: Lane closure on drawbridge Friday

WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, NC (WECT) – Drivers heading to and from Wrightsville Beach should be patient and expect delays Fridays as crews work to perform bridge maintenance.

According to the NCDOT, crews will close the westbound left lane of the Wrightsville Beach drawbridge over the Intracoastal Waterway from noon until 4:00 p.m.

The NCDOT reminds drivers to stay alert and to use an alternate route if possible during this period.

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Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week

WILMINGTON,NC(WECT)-Every morning on Carolina in the Morning we feature a pet hoping to find a permanent home.

Aspen is a seven month old kitten who was surrendered by her family because she was too playful.

I had a chance to meet Aspen personally and she is playful but no more than any other kitten would be. She is really sweet and has such pretty colors.

If you are looking for a kitten and want a closer look at Aspen she is living at the New Hanover County Animal Control Center on Division Drive. The phone number is 910-798-7500.

They also have adult cats and dogs available. Be sure to watch Carolina in the Morning every Friday for the Pet of the Week segment.

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School system hosts event for parents to learn about tutoring services

School system hosts event for parents to learn about tutoring services

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WECT) – New Hanover County Schools will host a Supplemental Educational Services Fair to provide information on tutoring services.

Parents are invited to attend from 6 until 8 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 5 at the Spencer Building Board Room, located at 1805 S. 15th Street.

Students who receive free or reduced-price lunch at Alderman, Forest Hills, Freeman, Gregory, Murrayville, Snipes, Williston and Wrightsboro schools are eligible, according to the school system.

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