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TRAFFIC ALERT: Fuel spill causing delays on South College Road in Wilmington
3+ mon, 2+ week ago (147+ words) Police are assisting fire crews with an active fuel spill at South College Road and Holly Tree Road. The Wilmington Police Department said drivers should seek an alternate route and expect delays in... WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Police are assisting fire crews…...
Wilmington hires new Vision Zero transportation engineer
4+ mon, 4+ week ago (158+ words) WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The City of Wilmington has hired Andy Thompson as its Vision Zero transportation engineer. Thompson, who started on April 6, will lead the city’s Vision Zero program, which aims to eliminate traffic deaths and serious injuries. According to the…...