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Brunswick County, North Carolina
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Leland lines up numerous festivities for holiday season
Leland, North Carolina, has scheduled holiday events across the next two months, including the return of Leland in Lights at Founders Park from Nov. 21 through Jan. 3. The opening night will feature Santa, live music…
Recent northern Brunswick County property sales
The Brunswick County Tax Office recorded property transfers worth more than $100,000 in the county’s Northwest and Town Creek townships from September 29 to October 20. The list includes sales of land and developed…
Leland business owners seek greater say in Gateway District's future
Business owners in Leland’s Gateway District are joining forces to attract more customers, promote the area and gain a stronger voice in decisions affecting the commercial district. The effort focuses on one of the…
Leland police arrests: Nov. 2–9
The Leland Police Department recorded arrests from Nov. 2 to 9, according to booking records obtained by North Brunswick News from the Brunswick County Sheriff's Office. The records include charges such as impaired…
Veteran-owned Leland restaurant gives back on Veterans Day
The Pit Backyard Barbeque in Leland, North Carolina, offered free meals to service members and their families on Veterans Day. Co-owner John White, an Army veteran, said the gesture lets him continue serving others…
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Ask NBN: Could Leland get a YMCA? Here’s what it would take
A North Brunswick News report considers what it would take for Leland to get its own YMCA, potentially including a gymnasium, swimming pool and recreational programs. The question centers on whether the growing…
All Good Kitchen brings a full menu to Leland Brewing
All Good Kitchen has opened at Leland Brewing Co., bringing a full lunch and dinner menu to the brewery in Leland, North Carolina. The kitchen celebrated its ribbon cutting on Nov. 4 at a North Brunswick Chamber of…
Town of Leland announces lineup of holiday events
The Town of Leland has announced holiday activities scheduled for November and December, including a Gallery of Trees exhibit and events at Founders Park. The exhibit at Leland Cultural Arts Center runs from Nov. 30 to…
North Brunswick restaurant health grades for October
The Brunswick County Health Department’s October inspection results show Grade A scores for restaurants and food businesses across North Brunswick County. Listed establishments include The Bluffs Cafe, San Felipe…
Who should get a flu shot? NC epidemiologist explains recommendations
North Carolina’s state epidemiologist says flu vaccination is recommended for everyone aged six months and older, with particular importance for young children, older adults and pregnant women. State officials report…
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Leland now offering mobile app to connect residents with town services
The Town of Leland has launched Leland Connect, its first mobile app for residents. The app brings together town forms and resources, provides notifications about local news and announcements, and lets users contact…
Leland launches first mobile app for town services and news
The Town of Leland has launched its first mobile app, 'Leland Connect,' designed to improve resident access to town services and local news. The app allows users to submit forms, receive announcements, and contact staff…
Town of Leland launches first mobile app to keep residents connected
The Town of Leland has launched its first mobile app, Leland Connect, to improve communication between the government and residents. The free app allows users to receive town news, access online services, and contact…
The Carolina Beat: Leland/Southport Ace Hardware
In the latest episode of the Carolina Beat, host Katie Sasser interviews Landon Barker, the owner of the Ace Hardware locations in Leland and Southport. The segment highlights the local business owner's perspective on…
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Leland awarded $973.6K for South Navassa Road multi-use path
The town of Leland, North Carolina, has been awarded $973,600 to fund the construction of a new multi-use path along South Navassa Road. The 0.29-mile project aims to improve pedestrian and cyclist safety while…
Leland multi-use path awarded nearly $1M for engineering
The Town of Leland has been awarded $973,600 by the Wilmington Urban Area Metropolitan Planning Organization for the engineering and construction of a new 0.29-mile multi-use path. Connecting South Navassa Road to Loop…
Leland awarded nearly $1 million for new multiuse path along South Navassa Road
The Town of Leland has secured nearly $1 million in grant funding from the Wilmington Urban Area Metropolitan Planning Organization to construct a new 0.29-mile multiuse path along South Navassa Road. The project, part…
Leland police reports: Oct. 23–29
The Leland Police Department has released its incident reports for the period of October 23–29. These documents, obtained through a public records request, detail various police activities and local law enforcement…
Heide Trask's football season ends with 56-28 playoff loss to Farmville Central
The Heide Trask Titans saw their football season conclude on Friday night following a 56-28 loss to the Farmville Central Jaguars in the first round of the NCHSAA 3A East state playoffs. Despite a late offensive effort…
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Leland to resurface 5.5 miles of town roads
The town of Leland has launched its annual roadway resurfacing project, targeting approximately 5.5 miles of town-owned streets. The improvements are scheduled to take place over the next several months to enhance local…
The Endowment awards $500k for 2026 Fall Community Grants
The Endowment has awarded $500,000 in grants to 39 nonprofit organizations through its 2026 Fall Community Grants cycle. The funding aims to support local initiatives in New Hanover County, including programs for…
School bond investments could bring changes beyond the classroom
Voters in New Hanover and Brunswick counties have approved nearly $670 million in school bonds to address overcrowding and modernize facilities. New Hanover County plans to use its $320.5 million share for five major…
‘I still hate that word: tolls’: Leland mayor reacts to Cape Fear bridge redesign
Leland Mayor has expressed strong opposition to potential tolls following the N.C. Department of Transportation's revised design for the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge replacement. The new proposal introduces a large loop…
Bladen County Sheriff Jim McVicker reflects on election loss after 12 years in office
Bladen County Sheriff Jim McVicker is preparing to leave office after losing his reelection bid on Tuesday. Unaffiliated candidate Ray Marlowe won the three-way race with 47.62% of the vote, defeating McVicker and…
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Disc golf tees up debate in Leland’s Loblolly Park design
The Leland Town Council and parks committee are debating the design of the new 32-acre Loblolly Park, specifically regarding the inclusion of an 18-hole disc golf course. While some residents argue the course does not…
Brunswick County voter speaks before voting
Brunswick County voter Chance Morehead shared his perspectives on local education, immigration policies, and gender-affirming care regulations as he arrived at his polling place on Election Day. North Carolina polling…
Loblolly Park plans draw debate over disc golf, green space in Leland
Residents in Leland are debating the future use of approximately 32 acres of undeveloped land designated for Loblolly Park. A proposal to include an 18-hole disc golf course on the site has sparked both support and…