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New Hanover County Board of Education to attend upcoming events

Friday, May 17th, 2013, 10:42am

New Hanover County Board of Education to attend upcoming events

News release from New Hanover County Schools spokesperson Valita Quattlebaum:

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WECT) - The Policy Committee of the New Hanover County Board of Education will meet on Tuesday, May 21, 2013, at 3:00 p.m., in the NHC Board of Education Center, 1805 S. 13th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401.

The New Hanover County Board of Education will meet for a Closed Session pursuant to NCGS 143-318.11 (a)(1)(3) immediately following the Work Session scheduled on May 21, 2013, at 4:00 p.m., in the NHC Board of Education Center, 1805 S. 13th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401.

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Two sent to hospital after accident in Wilmington

Submitted by Nikki Bussey, News Producer

Tuesday, May 7th, 2013, 7:52am

WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) – Two people were taken to the hospital Monday night after an accident near Medical Center Drive and Carolina Beach Road.

Our cameras recorded two cars at the scene, but one of the drivers told authorities a third car was involved.

The condition of the two taken to the hospital is not known. No word yet on injuries.
There are few other details at this time.

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Mobile home destroyed in overnight fire

Submitted by WECT Web Staff

Friday, May 3rd, 2013, 7:48am

WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) - According to New Hanover County fire officials, a mobile home was completely destroyed in an early morning fire.

When crews arrived, the home on Bozeman Road off Carolina Beach Road was about 60% engulfed in flames.

According to a New Hanover County Fire official, the home is now a total loss. The Red Cross has been called in to assist.

Several people lived at the single-wide mobile home. No one was injured, but several pets were lost in the fire.

There's no word yet on a cause of that fire. Officials are continuing to investigate.

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Three NHC students receive Dell Scholarships

Submitted by Sarah Crandall, Web Producer

Thursday, May 2nd, 2013, 5:06pm

Three NHC students receive Dell Scholarships

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WECT) – Three Wilmington high school seniors each recently received a 2013 Dell Scholarship, according to a New Hanover County Schools spokesperson.

Dell scholars are recognized for their academic potential and determination.

Darsha Pigford of Hoggard High School, and Brittany Jones and Tre'Nautica Smith of New Hanover High School were chosen among thousands of applicants across the country.

Brittany Jones (Source: New Hanover County Schools)

Tre'Nautica Smith (Source: New Hanover County Schools)

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Greenville Loop sidewalk project expected to begin this week

Submitted by WECT Web Staff

Tuesday, April 30th, 2013, 12:36pm

WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) – Crews are expected to start work on the installation of a half-mile section of sidewalk along Greenville Loop Road this week.

The sidewalk should be complete late this summer and will connect Bradley Creek Elementary to the Greenville Village Community.

The goal of the sidewalk is to create a safer walking route for students and parents.

Drivers in the area should prepare for delays during the project, which will involve lane shifts and narrower lanes.

According to the city, the project is partially funded by a $211,000 federal "Safe Routes to Schools" grant, with another $153,000 from the city.

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Vacancy on CFCC Board of Trustees

Submitted by Debra Worley, Digital Content Director

Monday, April 29th, 2013, 1:53pm

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WECT) - The New Hanover County Board of Education is searching for someone to fill one of four positions on the Cape Fear Community College Board of Trustees.

According to a news release, each term lasts four years. Regular meetings are held on the fourth Thursday of every month at 4 p.m. in the Board Room at Cape Fear Community College.

The deadline to apply is Tuesday, May 21, 2013.

Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest and resume to:

The New Hanover County Board of Education
6410 Carolina Beach Road
Wilmington, NC 28412
Attention: Tabitha Adams
Tabitha.adams@nhcs.net

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Volunteers needed for NHRMC Hospitality House

Submitted by Sarah Crandall, Web Producer

Wednesday, April 24th, 2013, 1:25pm

Volunteers needed for NHRMC Hospitality House

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WECT) – If you you’re looking for a volunteer opportunity, New Hanover Regional Medical Center’s Hospitality House is seeking volunteers to help with the reception desk area on weekday mornings and weekends, according to a NHRMC spokesperson.

Volunteers answer phone calls, greet guests, give tours of the facility, maintain the coffee bar and snacks and help with light housekeeping.

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