Intoxicated swimmers rescued

Intoxicated swimmers rescued at Wrightsville Beach, Coast Guard hopes it’s not a sign of things to come | WWAY NewsChannel 3 | Wilmington NC News. There are simple ways to keep yourself safe, please exercise some common sense.

Holiday Safety

With Independence Day just around the corner, we thought we’d take this time to remind everyone to take some safety precautions in order to enjoy the holiday sans any tragedy. Two simple ones would be to wear a life jacket (everyone aboard your vessel) while out on the water, and the other is to not … Read more

Gidget at dusk

Gidget will be shown at dusk tonight on Stearns Wharf. Now there’s an old movie. Should make for some family fun.

Diver Drowns

Santa Barbara diver Andres Martinez appears to have drowned while diving near Santa Cruz Island. Has body was found by the Coast Guard and an investigation is underway as to the circumstances of the apparent accident. Our condolences go out to friends and family of Mr. Martinez.

Coast Guard Auxiliary

Yesterday was the 73rd birthday of the Coast Guard Auxiliary, and we’d like to wish them a Happy Birthday and thank them for all that they do. Congress established the Coast Guard Auxiliary on June 23, 1939, and they been working tirelessly ever since to ensure the safety of the boating public, all on a … Read more