WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) - A man who has lived in the Wilmington area for more than 20 years is opening a small business that caters to pet needs.

Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming Wilmington opens May 11, offering full-service grooming, and a wide selection of pet foods and supplies.

Erskine Smith is the franchise owner of the Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming Wilmington store. He is also the proud parent of Rigby, a Jack Russell Terrier, and two rescued cats.

WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) – Unleashed, a local pet store, will bring luck to one local animal shelter this St. Patrick’s Day weekend.

Customers who purchase goodies for their pet at the store on March 16 will be eligible to vote for their favorite local rescue shelter.

The rescue with the most votes at the end of the day will win $500, along with 500 pounds of dog food from Unleashed.

Unleashed is located at 1319 Military Cutoff Road, in the Landfall Shopping Center. To learn more, go to www.unleashedmutt.com.

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NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WECT) – Kids, pets and adults can all get their pictures taken with Saint Nick at Santa Village, located at Mayfaire Town Center.

According to Mayfaire’s website, Santa Village is between Stone Creamery and Long Horn Steakhouse on International Drive.

Santa’s hours are as follows: