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Battle of the Badges Blood Drive a Success

Published on September 04, 2024

Last month, the Wilmington Fire Department participated in the second annual Battle of the Badges Blood Drive, and it was a success!

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City Adds Automated Trucks To Modernize Trash Collection Service

Published on August 28, 2024

On September 23, the City of Wilmington is rolling out a new fleet of automated trucks to modernize trash collection service.

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Heal Our Waterways Talks Stormwater on Shoresides Podcast

Published on August 28, 2024

The Heal Our Waterways Program was recently featured on "Community Rising", a channel through the Shoresides podcast, to talk about stormwater runoff and solutions to stormwater pollution.

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New Recruit Academy Starts

Published on August 20, 2024

At the end of last month, Recruit Academy 2025 started their journey to become a Wilmington Firefighter.

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Residential Rain Gardens Installed

Published on July 24, 2024

HOWBMP program installed six rain gardens and three cisterns in FY24.

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USDOT announces $242M grant for Cape Fear Memorial Bridge replacement

Published on July 12, 2024

The U.S. Department of Transportation on Friday awarded $242 million from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to help cover the cost of replacing the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge, Governor Roy Cooper's office announced.

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Permeable Pavement Project Underway at UNCW

Published on June 27, 2024

Construction began to install permeable parking spaces in a parking lot at UNCW. This construction is funded through a 319 Grant acquired by North Carolina Coastal Federation.

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City To Host Annual Affordable Lending Fair On June 29

Published on June 21, 2024

The City of Wilmington’s Housing and Neighborhood Services division is thrilled to announce the upcoming Affordable Lending Fair, set to take place on Saturday, June 29 at the MLK Center from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. This event aims to provide valuable resources, information, and support to residents seeking affordable lending options.

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City Approves FY25 Budget

Published on June 19, 2024

At its June 18 meeting, Wilmington City Council voted to adopt the FY25 city budget. The $298 million balanced budget is guided by the city’s strategic plan, which focuses resources on public priorities including transportation, public safety, economic vitality, affordable neighborhoods, and high-performing city operations.

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City To Host Fourth of July Celebration

Published on June 14, 2024

The City of Wilmington invites residents and visitors to the annual 4th of July Celebration, sponsored by Cumulus Media. Join the fun at Riverfront Park at 10 Cowan Street., and enjoy live music, food, fireworks, and more on Thursday, July 4. This is a FREE event, and no tickets are required.

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Battle of the Badges Blood Drive a Success

City Adds Automated Trucks To Modernize Trash Collection Service

Heal Our Waterways Talks Stormwater on Shoresides Podcast

New Recruit Academy Starts

Residential Rain Gardens Installed

USDOT announces $242M grant for Cape Fear Memorial Bridge replacement

Permeable Pavement Project Underway at UNCW

City To Host Annual Affordable Lending Fair On June 29

City Approves FY25 Budget

City To Host Fourth of July Celebration

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