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Kure Beach welcomes Brandon Bailey as new police chief

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Kure Beach welcomes Brandon Bailey as new police chief

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KURE BEACH, NC (WWAY) — Kure beach town council held a special meeting Tuesday to swear in the town’s new police chief. Brandon Bailey, who has served Kure Beach full time for 9 years, takes over after Michael Bowden’s retirement. Bailey also worked in law enforcement for the town of Burgaw in Pender County. He said he never envisioned himself becoming a chief. “I never got into law enforcement with the intention of becoming a chief, I just…See the Story

Man charged with 2nd degree murder after Kure Beach shooting

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Man charged with 2nd degree murder after Kure Beach shooting

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KURE BEACH, NC (WWAY) — A Jacksonville man has been charged with 2nd-degree murder in connection with a Kure Beach shooting. According to the Kure Beach Police Department, the shooting took place on the morning of June 28th. The police department announced Tuesday that the victim, Kentravion Jones-Humphrey, has died from a gunshot wound. The police have subsequently charged Doyan Lee Pierce with 1 count of felony second-degree murder. …Read Article

Kure Beach Police Department investigating early morning shooting

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Kure Beach Police Department investigating early morning shooting

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KURE BEACH, NC (WWAY) — Officers with the Kure Beach Police Department responded to a shooting before Saturday morning. Officers arrived at 122 Hanby Ave in Kure Beach around 4:40 am. Upon arrival, they discovered one male victim with a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. A male suspect was taken into custody at the scene. The scene has been secured by officers and it is believed to be an iso…Read Article

Fort Fisher Historic Site to resume summer artillery program

Cannon demonstrations are set for June 21 at Fort Fisher State Historic Site in Kure Beach. Photo: N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources Fort Fisher State Historic Site plans to resume its annual summer artillery program after a two-year pause for a construction project. The event is scheduled for 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Saturday, June 21, at the historic site. Parking is available at the visitor center in Kure Beach. A food truck will be on…Kure Beach · Kure Beach Read Article

Firefighters respond to house fire in Kure Beach

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KURE BEACH, NC (WWAY) — Firefighters responded to a house fire in Kure Beach Thursday morning. Officials said the fire happened around 12:30 a.m. in a two-story, single family home on Clementree Lane. Kure Beach Fire Department, Carolina Beach Fire Department, and New Hanover County Fire Rescue responded to the blaze. Officials said no one was hurt. The cause of the fire is still under investigation. Categories: New Hanover, Top Stories …Kure Beach · Kure Beach Read Article

NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher set for major renovation

Contributed KURE BEACH, NC (WWAY) — The North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher is set to undergo a transformative $65 million renovation and expansion starting this fall, marking the first major upgrade to the facility in more than two decades. Aquarium officials say the multi-year project will include the state’s largest shark habitat, a new interactive touch pool, a live coral reef habitat, an advanced education center with a direct connection…Kure Beach · Kure Beach Read Article

"Couldn't think of any better place to work:" Kure Beach police Chief says farewell to the force

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NEW HANOVER COUNTY (WWAY) –Out with the old, and in with the new. At this week’s Kure Beach Town Council meeting, a bittersweet announcement was made- Police Chief Michael Bowden is hanging up his badge after nine years at the helm and 24 years on the force. “Couldn’t think of any better place to work,” Bowden said. In a heartfelt letter to the council, Bowden said- “it’s time for a new chapter.” As he looks ahead, Chief Bowden admits stepping i…Kure Beach · Kure Beach Read Article

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