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Submitted by Sarah Crandall, Web Producer

Sunday, April 21st, 2013, 3:00pm

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PAY IT FORWARD: Ashley HS raises $6K for Hurricane Sandy relief efforts

Submitted by Debra Worley, Digital Content Director

Thursday, April 4th, 2013, 8:53am

PAY IT FORWARD: Ashley HS raises $6K for Hurricane Sandy relief efforts

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WECT) – Ashley High School has raised over $6,000 to help a high school in Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey that was devastated by Hurricane Sandy.

According to a press release from New Hanover County Schools, Ashley athletes, athletic boosters, faculty, student body, UNCW volunteers, NC High School Athletic Association schools and staff, and the Wilmington community made the efforts possible.

Ashley High School will “pay it forward” by giving Point Pleasant Beach High School $6,281.

“I feel truly blessed to live and work in a community that values service to others. Our athletes, students, staff, boosters, and this community stepped up by providing funding to our teammates in New Jersey. This is why we do what we do, and I’m very proud to be a part of this,” said Roy Turner, Ashley Athletic Director.

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Remembering the 'Storm of the Century'

Submitted by Colin Hackman, First Alert Meteorologist, Reporter

Wednesday, March 13th, 2013, 11:42am

More than 18 homes were destroyed in hurricane-like storm surge during what became known as the "Storm of the Century."

WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) - Two decades ago Front Street flooded as the Cape Fear River backed up with intense southerly winds. Water Street was under water and the Battleship North Carolina was above the bulkhead across the river.

More than 18 homes were destroyed in the 70 mph wind gusts and hurricane like storm surge during what became known as the "Storm of the Century."

The storm was one of the most intense in our state's history and set records up and down the East Coast.

It took the lives of 19 people in North Carolina.

Rick Stewart feared for his life as a massive tree fell at his Pine Valley home.

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First Alert Meteorologist Robb Ellis trades hurricanes for snow

Submitted by WECT Web Staff

Wednesday, February 27th, 2013, 5:33pm

After four years with WECT, First Alert Meteorologist Robb Ellis is trading in hurricanes and the beach for snow and colder weather.

Robb will be heading to Indianapolis where he will take on the evening weather responsibilities for WISH-TV, the local CBS affiliate.

"I'm excited for a new adventure," Robb said. "It's been an amazing four years here in Wilmington, and it is truly the best job I've ever worked."

Robb's last day with WECT will be Wednesday, Feb. 27.

Click here to see what some of his colleagues had to say about Robb.

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Raye Drive flooding fix

Submitted by Nikki Bussey, News Producer

Wednesday, February 27th, 2013, 8:41am

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WECT) – After Tuesday's drenching rains, WECT.com decided to check up on residents of a neighborhood with flooding problems.

After a quick look, we found Raye Drive was not flooded.

Neighbors complained because water wasn't draining from the street.

County workers unclogged a nearby retention pond to help alleviate the problem.

Neighbors hope this is a lasting fix.

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Flooding problems leave neighbors stranded in high water

Submitted by Ben Powell on Tuesday, February 26th, 8:15 am

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WECT) – For neighbors who live on Raye Drive in New Hanover County, a legal issue has them stranded in high water. Folks who live in this part of town say they are constantly dealing with severe flooding issues, causing problems for people who need to get in and out of the neighborhood.

Neighbors say the storm drain system is in constant need of repair and they need help to have it fixed. On Monday, residents met with New Hanover County maintenance engineers to get answers on how to stop the flooding. Unfortunately, since Raye Drive is a privately owned road, it's not a county problem. The county will respond to drainage complaints as they come in, but it's the developer's responsibility to make any permanent upgrades to the existing storm water permit.

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Send us your pictures via See It, Snap It, Send It

Submitted by Sarah Crandall, Web Producer

Sunday, February 17th, 2013, 8:00am

Send us your pictures via See It, Snap It, Send It

SOUTHEASTERN NC (WECT) – Breaking news and severe weather can happen anytime, anywhere.

If you get the chance to see something you think is photo-worthy, be our eyes. Send us pictures or videos of anything you consider important, like severe weather in your area or of the damage it leaves behind (make sure you send them from a safe location!)

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