Tag: homeless
Unsheltered populations congregate on a county property, putting leaders in tough spot
Volunteers for Walking Tall, founded by local reverend Randy Evans, pass out food and supplies in front of the federal...
Covid-19 outreach event to vaccinate Wilmington’s homeless Friday
The Salvation Army is holding a Covid-19 vaccination event tomorrow for people who are experiencing homelessness. (Port City Daily photo/Courtesy New...
Tiny home haven for disabled, homeless, Wilmington’s Eden Village receives $640K anonymous match
Eden Village will house 32 single adults who disabilities for just $300 a month. (Port City Daily photo/Alexandria Sands)
Wilmington’s Vigilant Hope roasts ‘good coffee for a good purpose’ at new space on 16th
Vigilant Hope Executive Director Jeremy Hardy serves a pour-over coffee at The Roastery. (Port City Daily photo/Alexandria Sands)
Deep Dive: Riverwalk renovations highlight need to address downtown unsheltered population
William Schaub relaxes after eating a meal provided by Walking Tall volunteers on the steps of the federal courthouse in downtown...
Man arrested after firing AR-15 into Wilmington homeless camp
Patrick Gallipoli allegedly fired into a homeless camp near downtown Wilmington. (Port City Daily photo/Courtesy WPD)
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Wilmington, New Hanover County, United Way to contribute $25k each to house homeless in hotels [Free read]
The City of Wilmington along with the county and other nonprofits will work together to put some of the homeless population...
Despite tornado warnings and torrential rains, Walking Tall Wilmington on the streets providing for those in need
WILMINGTON --- As torrential rains fell and tornado alerts buzzed on cellphones, most of Wilmington and New Hanover County residents took shelter, either in...
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WILMINGTON — There are nearly 400 people without permanent housing in the Brunswick, Pender, and New Hanover County areas, according to a 2017 report by...
Pender County Schools see hundreds of homeless students after Florence, a 400-percent increase
BURGAW --- Pender County Schools (PCS) Superintendent Steven Hill recently told top U.S. Department of Education (DOE) officials that public schools in the county...