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Border collie gets help to rescue canine pal
Dogs are our best friends, it's said. But dogs can look out for their doggie pals, too.Susan Atkinson sent us a note about it."Connie, a neighbor friend, kept hearing my mom's border collie, Heidi, barking. She went outside to find Heidi running back and forth, and barking frantically. The neighbor followed Heidi on to my mom's porch and the dog disappeared through the doggie door into the… → Read More
Goodwill
Bumper to bumper, the traffic seems to build every day. Drivers recklessly swerve across lanes, making a mockery of the mandates from the state Department of Transportation. Those who choose to stop for a caution light get horn blasts in return from the incautious and discourteous.In the middle of all that, an occasional note of grace occurs. Ted and Anne Seawell sent a note about it."We were… → Read More
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When it comes to helping feed the hungry, some folks really put their wallet to work in the effort. → Read More
GOODWILL: Grieving pet owner thanks strangers
The loss of a family pet brings grief at any time of life. But when it happens unexpectedly, pet owners have no preparation for the emotional shock.Even the smallest gestures of kindness and empathy can mean a lot at such a time. UNCW student Sara Liquori wrote us about it.On April 8, "my dog Sailor ( a goldendoodle who was only a year and a half old) unfortunately got hit and died on Eastwood… → Read More
GOODWILL: Bicyclist pumped over stranger's kindness
It's a good idea to look out for the safety of bicyclists on our area roads. But one man flat-out went the extra mile to help a rider.Mary Hansen sent us a note about it."It was a windy day for bike riding but I rode anyway, in order to get my mail in for that day. Although an experienced rider, I thought my difficulty in pedaling was due to going into the wind."Arriving at the Post Office, a… → Read More
Past Azalea Fest parades had elaborate floats
In old photographs, it's beauty and the best on display. → Read More
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In life it's often said that you cannot dwell on events you cannot control. But one may act on what can be affected.In that vein, Cara Bloom sent along a note written by her daughters, Stella Bloom and Addie Bloom.Stella and Addie's grandfather, Irving Bloom, passed away last year after a short, painful battle with cancer."This loss has deeply affected (the) family. His granddaughters, Stella… → Read More
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Have you ever been stuck with unwanted baggage? → Read More
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The need to change a tire comes as an unwelcome surprise, often as a great inconvenience such as at night or -- as Steve Spain writes -- in the rain. But a greater, and welcome, surprise followed for a Wilmington motorist on Sept. 25. → Read More
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Occasionally someone observes an incident involving one of our furry friends. That's the case with Edward M. Brosh of Bolivia. → Read More
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The best-laid dinner plans of the nice and neighborly go awry. But help proves near at hand. → Read More
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Every year, young men put time and elbow grease into the final projects they hope will bring them the designation of Eagle Scout. → Read More
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Pretty much everyone has heard of the Make-A-Wish Foundation and its work to provide requested experiences to children ages 3 to 17 who have life-threatening medical conditions. → Read More
Topsail principal saves the day for kindergartner
Jean M. Jones wanted to thank Janet Redinger, principal of Topsail Elementary School, for an “outstanding act of kindness.” The following is from a copy of a letter she sent to Terry Cobb, superintendent of Pender County Schools → Read More
Goodwill - On or off duty, this officer serves public
Michelle Maneval sent along a Christmas story to warm hearts. → Read More
Goodwill - Helping hands reach out at the airport
Wilmington International Airport is a great place to fly out of, but air travel can be stressful even for the experienced. → Read More
Goodwill - Good Samaritans come in all forms
We are always looking for the act that defines a good Samaritan. Generally it is the story of an individual helping another individual. But sometimes more organized activities fit the bill. The following is a local letter that speaks of goodwill in a lighter vein. → Read More
Goodwill - Leland firemen save senior's ear drums
A piercing, repetitive and unrelenting sound that you can't silence or even unplug can drive you crazy. (Just ask the White House ushers about their front door alarm). → Read More
Goodwill - Summer stories of lunch treats and honesty
We're into fall now, but a couple of stories from this past summer await the telling. First off is an incident related by Charlie and Lynn Howell about an unexpected free lunch, as follows. → Read More
Goodwill - Lunch turns into lesson in kindness
A meal can bring back memories. It can also produce a pleasant surprise. → Read More