Pet of the Week: Ariel from Monty’s Home

WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) – Ariel, a 10-month-old Standard Poodle-Great Pyrenees mix, is available for adoption from Monty’s Home. Up to date on his vaccinations, spayed, microchipped and taking worm preventatives, this adorable dog is looking for a forever home after completing the Monty’s Home Pawsitive Partners Prison Program. Through the program, Ariel was trained in … Read more

Pit bull terrier from the NHC Sheriff’s Office Animal Shelter

WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) – An unnamed six-year-old American pit bull terrier is available for adoption from the New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office. Up-to-date on his vaccinations, spayed and microchipped, he likes treats, watching television and playing with toys. “She’s been a great girl here at the shelter and her absolute favorite toy is the squishy … Read more

Action plan: CIAR BYRNE’s essential jobs for your garden this week

As the shorter day approaches, we must make the most of the fleeting moments when we are outside. A great way to do this is to plant a sweet-smelling shrub in a place where you will pass every day, next to a front door, a path or a door. Sweet box (Sarcococca confusa) is a … Read more