NORTH TOPSAIL BEACH, N.C. (WNCT) — The search has entered its second day for a man missing in the water at North Topsail Beach. 24-year-old Marquest Andre Page Jr., Laurinburg, was attempting to save his stepdaughter from getting taken by a current on North Topsail’s Public Beach Access 3 when he was taken out himself…
PITT COUNTY, N.C. (WNCT) — Atlantic Hurricane Season is officially here, and Pitt County Emergency Services is urging community members to prepare and have a plan in place beforehand. Natural disasters are something Pitt County plans for year-round to ensure everyone is safe if something does hit the area. Merredith Lovely, an emergency planner for…
BERTIE COUNTY, N.C. (WNCT) — Bertie County Sheriff Tyrone Ruffin held a press conference to address the three homicides that have occurred in the community since the start of the year. Sheriff Ruffin said they are working hard to address these issues and hope to reduce the violent crime. “Normally we experience about four homicides…
NORTH TOPSAIL BEACH, N.C. (WNCT) — According to officials, North Topsail Beach Emergency personnel were dispatched to Beach Access #3 in reference to a missing swimmer. North Topsail Beach Police Chief Andrew Page said that search efforts in the area are ongoing and visitors are asked to stay clear. Personnel on scene include the North…
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. military said it carried out another strike Saturday on a boat accused of smuggling drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing three men in the fourth attack this week and putting the total death toll at 205. U.S. Southern Command announced the strike with its usual language that the vessel…
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Trump administration is pushing to unleash the power of artificial intelligence for the U.S. military while facing calls to put up guardrails around the rapidly developing technology from some companies — and even notes of caution from top leaders in uniform. Adm. Frank Bradley, head of U.S. Special Operations Command,…
AYDEN, N.C. (WNCT) — Reformed Cuts Barbershop, located at 249 W. 3rd street in Ayden, held their annual Fatherhood Conference on Saturday May 30th, which was an event held to highlight the importance of fatherhood within a child’s life. This gathering has a cuts and conversations feel to it. This is a safe space for…
NEW BERN, N.C. (WNCT) — Join Carrie Z Realty-Coldwell Banker for an exclusive tour of this beautiful home in the highly sought-after Carolina Colours community! From the moment you arrive, you’ll appreciate the exceptional curb appeal, mature landscaping, and welcoming entrance. Inside, soaring ceilings, elegant architectural details, and abundant natural light create a warm and…
GREENVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — Pirate Nation came together today in Pitt County Friday as East Carolina’s baseball team opened play in the NCAA Tournament, facing the University of Tennessee in Chapel Hill, NC. Fans watched Game 1 of the Pirates’ regional game today at ECU’s Tailgate Plaza, outside Dowdy-Ficklin Stadium, with some even tailgating before…
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (WNCT) — No. 3 ECU defeated No. 2 Tennessee in the first round of the NCAA Baseball Tournament. The Pirates faced off against the Volunteers in the regional leg of the tournament early Friday afternoon in Chapel Hill. Stay tuned for the full WNCT Sports coverage.