Downtown Wilmington was at the start of a new identity by the late 1970s. One way to do it was spruce places up.

Work on the restoration of Kenan Fountain at Market Street and Fifth Avenue resumed Monday as crews returned to continue improvements to the historic downtown landmark.

In downtown Wilmington, change is a constant. Long-standing historic buildings like Thalian Hall, the Burgwin-Wright House or the Bellamy Mansion give the illusion of constancy while all around them ...

In the early 1980s, a dilapidated structure overhanging the Cape Fear River led to a fight between Wilmington preservationists and business owners.

Three alleys in historic downtown Wilmington are going to be spruced up. The city is advertising for bids on improvements to ...

Two empty train cars derailed Friday near the South Front and Kidder Street rail crossing in downtown Wilmington.

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Local business owners and a nonprofit are discussing an idea to provide more outdoor seating space for residents at their favorite restaurants. Wilmington Downtown ...

Dining in Downtown Wilmington this winter comes with a bonus. The Dine Downtown Deal offers restaurant goers a chance to earn cash back simply by supporting ...

The 2026 Novant Health Wilmington NC Marathon is set for Feb. 28. Get details on the course, traffic, and weather.

Work on the foundation started November 2025, and the city said the restoration work is expected to be finished by the end of April.