LELAND, NC (WECT) – Have any extra coats lying around that don't fit anymore? Don't throw them away just yet -- Lucky Spin Laundromat in Leland will be hosting a winter coat drive Nov. 27-29, according to an event organizer.

Any unwanted coats will be washed and fixed, if necessary, then given to those in need.

The Laundromat is located at 1725 Reed Road.

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WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) – The Wilmington Area Rebuilding Ministry is hosting a luncheon Thursday at Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church.

The luncheon will be held from 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

WARM brings people together to rebuild homes and restore hope for low-income residents, many of whom are elderly or disabled.

According to the organization’s website, WARM works with individuals, organizations and businesses in Brunswick, New Hanover and Pender Counties.

Click here if you can’t make the luncheon but would like to donate to the cause.

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BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC (WECT) – A distraught Leland family is asking for help to find their family dog, which they say was stolen.

According to Michele Kelly, her Chihuahua/dachshund mix named Ratt was taken from the parking lot of Yummi Yummi Saturday around 12:30 p.m. Ratt was seen being taken by a woman in a burgundy car.

Kelly says the dog, a 3-year-old female, is very particular and will not eat unless she is returned home.

Anyone with any information on the dog’s whereabouts is asked to call 910-512-3042.

Kelly says there will be a reward for a safe return.

The family has filed a police report.

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