A final farewell for beloved Wrightsville Beach Fire and Ocean Rescue Captain, Jeremy Owens

The final bells rang for Jeremy Owens, Saturday. Owens was a Captain of the Wrightsville Beach Fire Department and Ocean Rescue, actor, mixed martial artist and surfer.

CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Man pries open alligator’s mouth to save puppy

He didn’t think twice before he jumped into the water, wrestling the alligator to save his puppy Gunner’s life.
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  Health experts clash over use of certain drugs for COVID-19

Health officials around the world disagree on the use certain drugs for COVID-19, leading to different treatment options for patients depending on where they live.

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  District attorneys transition 25th annual memorial to drive-in service

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  Health officials warn COVID-19 spread will get worse if people don’t answer contact tracing questions

  Recount, protest hearings get underway in NC Chief Justice race

NHC Schools pauses Grab & Go meal service for Thanksgiving holiday

The New Hanover County Schools (NHCS) Grab & Go meal service will not be available November 25, 26, and 27
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  Spokesman: Trump’s son Don Jr. tests positive for coronavirus

President Donald Trump’s son Don Jr. has tested positive this week for coronavirus, has been isolating and has no symptoms, a spokesman said.

  ILM bookings down 50 percent for Thanksgiving travel

  Split appeals court upholds ruling on hog farm’s liability, kicks back multi-million dollar damages

Suspect captured after manhunt in Lenoir Co.

  Driver arrested after crashing car into brick wall at Wilmington home identified

Deputies: 1 teen arrested, 1 sought for armed robbery of delivery driver

  18-year-old indicted in Columbus County man’s stabbing death

  Robin Moffitt nominated to fill open seat on Brunswick County Board of Education

Here’s a look at WECT’s holiday programming!

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  Pfizer, BioNTech seek emergency use of COVID-19 shots in US

Pfizer is set to ask U.S. regulators to allow emergency use of its COVID-19 vaccine, starting a process that could bring first shots as early as next month.

SPORTS

  UNCW men’s basketball ready to play games without fans

Seahawk men’s basketball sign recruit from Florida

When Takayo Siddle took over the helm of the UNCW men’s basketball program last March, he promised to scour the land in search of the best talent to help the Seahawks return to the top of the Colonial Athletic Association.

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  WPD asking for public’s help in identifying suspects in larceny case

Jen Lilley: Star of ‘USS Christmas’ is making sure Christmas is not cancelled by COVID-19 (”1on1 with Jon Evans” podcast)

‘Suicide Bridge’ survivor says simply asking someone if they’re okay could save a life

  Restaurants see spike in Thanksgiving meal pre-orders

  NHC GOP committee selects Wildeboer to replace Rivenbark on school board

The Executive Committee of the New Hanover County Republican party has selected Pete Wildeboer as the nominee to replace Bill Rivenbark on the New Hanover County Board of Education.
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Caught on video: Woman pushed in path of NYC subway train

A surveillance video shows why some New Yorkers fear riding the subway.

Superintendent resigns from Bladen County Board of Education

  Wilmington restaurants frustrated over unauthorized listings on food delivery websites

Brunswick County man charged in child pornography case

  Ward named new Carolina Beach police chief