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WPD, WFD to square off in charity ice hockey game

Submitted by Iisha Scott, Weather Anchor/ Web Producer
Friday, February 22nd, 2013, 11:45am
WPD, WFD to square off in charity ice hockey game

WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) - The Wilmington Police Department and the Wilmington Fire Department will compete in a charity ice hockey game at The Icehouse Saturday, Feb. 23 at 6:45 p.m., according to a news release.

This year, proceeds will benefit construction of the WFD Memorial at the Empie Park Fire Station. Next year, proceeds will go to a police department charity.

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Local heroes hit the ice for charity game

Submitted by Nadine Maeser, Reporter, News Producer
Friday, February 15th, 2013, 11:56am
Local heroes hit the ice for charity game

WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) – Some of our local heroes will hit the ice for an annual charity game.

The Wilmington Police Department and New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office will take on the Wilmington Fire Department and EMS on Feb. 23.

Officers and deputies will face off against firefighters and emergency officials in an ice hockey game at the Wilmington Ice House.

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Final deadline to apply for 'Biggest Loser' competition

Submitted by Debra Worley, Digital Content Director
Monday, February 11th, 2013, 11:53am
Final deadline to apply for 'Biggest Loser' competition

WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) – Today is the deadline to apply for a spot in a local “Biggest Loser” competition.

Anita Harrell, owner of Fitness Motivation, has invited those who are obese to come to her studio to apply for a spot in the challenge.

"This challenge isn't for someone who wants to lose 20 pounds," said Harrell. "It's for people who have gone off the tracks with their fitness. It's for people who need large-scale weight loss in their life."

Six applicants will be selected to win 12 free weeks of personal training. Those selected will be working out with Anita five to seven days a week.

Applications must be turned in by February 11. The program will start at the end of February.

Go to www.fitnessmotivator4u.com for application details. Turn in your application at Fitness Motivation located on 709 North 4th Street, Suite 101, (910) 471-1356.

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CFCC women's basketball team to "Play for Pink" tonight for breast cancer awareness

Submitted by David Hardin on Wednesday, February 6th, 10:22 am
CFCC women's basketball team to "Play for Pink" tonight for breast cancer awareness

WILMINGTON - Tonight at the Schwartz Center, the Cape Fear Community College women's basketball team will be trading in their regular blue and white uniforms for pink.

The lady Sea Devils will take on Brunswick Community College for the annual "Play for Pink" game to support breast cancer awareness.

Representatives of the Pretty in Pink Foundation will be at the game, which starts at 6 p.m. General admission is $3.

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Try hockey for free at the Ice House

Submitted by Debra Worley, Digital Content Director
Thursday, January 31st, 2013, 1:33pm
Try hockey for free at the Ice House

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WECT) – Mark your calendars! Kids 4-10 are invited to try hockey for free in just a few weeks.

According to the Wilmington Ice House’s website, Hockey Weekend Across America will take place in Wilmington Saturday, Feb. 16, 11:30 a.m. – 12:45 pm.

The first 15 players to reserve a spot will be provided with full hockey equipment for free.

Participants are asked to bring a helmet and snow gloves.

Call (910) 686-1987 to reserve your spot.

Copyright 2013 WECT. All rights reserved.

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Enter to win Michael Jordan's and John Calipari's autographs

Submitted by Debra Worley, Digital Content Director
Wednesday, January 30th, 2013, 10:38am
Enter to win Michael Jordan's and John Calipari's autographs

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WECT) – Alright basketball fans, here’s your chance to win a ball autographed by Michael Jordan.

The Laney Athletic Booster Club is hosting a “Love Me Some Basketball Raffle.”

Tickets are $10 and money will benefit athletics at Laney High School.

The drawing for the autographed Michael Jordan basketball and autographed John Calipari University of Kentucky NCAA National Championship hat will be held at halftime during the Laney home basketball game Tuesday, Feb. 5.

Get your ticket from a Laney Athletic Boosters Club Board member or in the front office.

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Get a chance to play at one of the top golf courses in the country

Submitted by Caraline Waldrep, Traffic Reporter
Friday, January 25th, 2013, 12:15pm
Get a chance to play at one of the top golf courses in the country

WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) - It may still be winter, but if you're a golfer, you already have a good reason to look forward to spring -- the Wilmington Symphony Orchestra is hosting the 16th Annual Golf Tournament at Eagle Point Golf Club on Tuesday, May 21.

According to a news release, all proceeds will support Wilmington’s local orchestra and youth education programs such as Wilmington’s youth Orchestra.

This is a great opportunity to get together with friends and become a team to benefit a great cause. The event starts at 7:30 a.m. and breakfast will be provided for all who attend. 

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