It happened on the Cape Fear River, which flows through central and eastern parts of the state. “What an absolute dream come true,” the Fayetteville-based fishing charter wrote. “I am beyond ...

Craig with AWOL Fishing Charters recently caught a 100-pound blue catfish in the river. Deep Creek Outfitters NC said on Facebook that it was the largest fish ever caught on the Cape Fear River.

As development continues along the Cape Fear River, longtime residents fear the area cannot accommodate the anticipated growth. Once a quiet street, River Road has seen massive growth in recent years.

A World Water Day event March 22 in Wilmington will focus on PFAS and 1,4-dioxane pollution in the Cape Fear River.

When we published a story a few years about the history of the Cape Fear River, Mayor Bill Saffo said it was clear there ...