When a downtown Wilmington property owner cut down his trees, hoping to spare himself building damage if they came down, he was fined by the city. When a major developer did the same thing, the city offered a deal. READ MORE
Swimming with a humpback whale could be a once in a lifetime opportunity — but it could also be a federal crime. READ MORE
Whale, hello there: Carolina Beach lifeguards accused of trying to swim with visiting humpback whale
Both residents and Wilmington’s planning staff opposed The Avenue project, but this private UNCW report, which the developer paid UNCW nearly $10,000 to produce, helped win over the Planning Commission and City Council. READ MORE
This private UNCW study helped make the case for The Avenue. Here’s what it actually said
New Hanover County pays its Central Administration more than surrounding counties, and uses considerably more local tax revenue than state funding to do so. When asked why, the county’s Board of Education, who approve these salaries, refused to answer — instead deferring to answers given by top administration staff themselves. READ MORE
New Hanover School Board won’t discuss budget questions about top administration salaries
Oak Island’s attorney stated that the two resignations had nothing to do with the ongoing investigation into the mayor’s son. But no explanation has yet been offered for why the town’s top two law enforcement officials have stepped down. READ MORE
Assistant Chief of Police for Oak Island resigns following sudden resignation of chief a week prior
