Cape Fear Memorial Bridge funding paused as city council discusses project’s future
Wilmington Mayor Bill Saffo tells WECT the federal funding awarded for the bridge project has been paused due to President ...
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Wilmington City Council to vote on resolution for Cape Fear Memorial Bridge design
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Wilmington city leaders are expected to vote on a resolution on whether to formally support a design option to replace the Cape Fear Memorial ... the aging bridge, with the ...
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NCDOT says $242 CFMB grant ‘paused’ as Wilmington council set to vote on 100-foot resolution
A federal grant that is set to cover half of the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge’s 135-foot replacement is now on pause, an NCDOT ...
NCDOT and the City of Wilmington discuss the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge replacement
The City of Wilmington and NCDOT meet on Monday to discuss the options for the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge replacement. Three ...
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There’s a slight dilemma on which Cape Fear Memorial Bridge option to choose
Councilmember Salette Andrews planned to introduce a resolution at the city council meeting on Tuesday to support the 100-foot fixed-span bridge option.
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NCDOT officials dismiss 100-ft CFMB replacement option supported by councilwoman, historic preservation group
The Cape Fear Memorial bridge replacement is a sore spot for local politicians, who’ve had little control over the decisions ...
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Decision on height of Cape Fear Memorial Bridge replacement expected soon
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The Cape Fear Memorial Bridge replacement project is moving closer to a final design. A decision is expected sometime this spring on the final height for the replacement bridge ...
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New CF Memorial Bridge height to be determined in March, cost increases possible
The next step in the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge replacement project is to make a determination on a 65-foot, 100-foot and ...
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Funding not yet secured as Wrightsville Beach bridges near end of their lifespan
The Cape Fear Memorial Bridge replacement project was awarded a $242 million grant from the program in July 2024. Construction on each bridge is expected to take 24 months. Due to the detour route ...
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From the editor: Why Wilmington's Riverwalk holds a special place in my heart
The Cape Fear Memorial Bridge stands tall in one direction and the Battleship North Carolina in the other. Sunset offers an orange, yellow and often pink and purple glow across the river.