The city had gone through several names throughout the years, including New Carthage, New Liverpool, Newton, and New Town.

The Mardi Gras by the Sea Parade and Festival returns to Oak Island on Feb. 22. The parade begins at 11 a.m. beginning on Keziah Street. The festival will be noon-4 p.m. at Middleton Park, 4610 E ...

These events will distract you from the chilly weather: plays and musicals, concerts by local and touring artists, historic ...