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New Hanover County
County Maintains Double Triple A Ratings
In a reflection of the financial management efforts of New Hanover County officials and an improving economy, both Moody’s Investor Services and Standard &...
Governor pledges to veto sales tax bill, but override threat remains
A controversial sales tax plan that would negatively impact Wrightsville Beach and New Hanover County will be vetoed, Gov. Pat McCrory announced Tuesday, though...
Cape Fear Literacy Council announces upcoming tutor training dates
The Cape Fear Literacy Council, a nonprofit organization that offers free instruction to adults, has announced upcoming 2015 tutor training dates.
Tutor trainings are three...
New Hanover Regional Medical Center prohibits visitors under age 12 to minimize spread of flu
The New Hanover Regional Medical Center announced today it will start restricting visitors ages 12 and under to its hospital campuses effective immediately.
This precaution is...
Brigade Boys and Girls Club seeks stocking sponsors
The Brigade Boys and Girls Club is looking for sponsors for its annual stocking drive. As of Dec. 1, the club reached 31 percent...
Toys for Tots collects gifts at Mayfaire
Wilmington's Mayfaire Town Center is a Toys for Tots drop off location for the 2014 holiday season, Paige Somerville, Mayfaire's director of marketing, announced...
Citizen involvement moves comprehensive plan forward
New Hanover County’s first comprehensive plan is one step closer to completion.
During an Aug. 12 presentation, county planning staff and community volunteers presented 25...
County eyes more flexible early voting schedule
The New Hanover County Board of Elections will offer extended weekday and weekend hours at early voting sites during the 2014 general election.
The board...
County’s special use permit slated for June 2 showdown
Individuals and organizations with eyes on county development and conservation are preparing for a June 2 public hearing during which New Hanover County Commissioners...
County tax increase imminentÂ
A tax increase is not necessary in the recommended county budget for the 2014-15 fiscal year but New Hanover County Manager Chris Coudriet alerted...