Hampstead, NC

Construction crews working on the new J.H. Lea Elementary and Middle School in Hampstead have reached a major milestone, logging 500,000 work hours as the campus moves closer to its planned opening in August 2027.

A holiday musical is coming to Pender County next month as Untitled Theatre Productions prepares to perform "Elf The Musical JR." at the Hampstead Annex.

HAMPSTEAD, NC (WWAY) — The Topsail Pirates closed out the regular season with a 24-21 win over New Hanover on Friday night, leaving the Wildcats’ playoff hopes uncertain. New Hanover entered the matchup with a potential playoff spot on the line, while Topsail looked to build momentum after defeating West Brunswick the previous week. The Wildcats got their rushing attack...

er County Emergency Services held a celebratory push-in ceremony for a new truck at Station 16 in Hampstead.

PENDER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — Pender County Emergency Services will recognize its newest fire recruits and celebrate employee promotions during its inaugural Fire Recruit Graduation & Emergency Services Promotional Ceremony next month. The ceremony will take place Friday, Nov. 6, at 6 p.m. at the Hampstead Annex, located at 15060 U.S. 17 in Hampstead. The event will bring together personnel...

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WWAY) — Week 7 of the high school football season brought rivalry action to the Cape Fear, with two big matchups taking center stage. In Wilmington, the Hoggard Vikings hosted the New Hanover Wildcats in a county rivalry spanning more than 50 years. Meanwhile, in Hampstead, the Topsail Pirates welcomed the Laney Buccaneers for a coastal showdown. With...