Van Drew failed to protect shore, opponent claims
Congressman cites millions he has secured for projects NORTHFIELD — With the imminent loss of millions in federal funding that has supported New Jersey’s beach restoration since 1996, congressional candidate Terri Reese of Northfield called on U.S. Rep. Jeff Van Drew (R–2nd) to stop dodging responsibility and start delivering for the people of coastal communities. “Beach […]
State provides county $3M. in infrastructure aid for ’26
TRENTON — The administration of Gov. Phil Murphy announced Monday the release of $150 million in fiscal year 2026 county aid to fund infrastructure improvements on the local level. Engineer Robert Church said the county designates 10 road and/or bridge projects as a selection list to the state as part of the process to potentially […]
Authorities raid Ocean City home in child exploitation probe
OCEAN CITY — Authorities seized telephones and computers from a home on the 800 block of Asbury Avenue as part of an investigation into child exploitation. Cape May County Prosecutor Jeffrey H. Sutherland and Ocean City Police Chief William Campbell stated that the Prosecutor’s Office, Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force and the Ocean […]
Harmful human interaction calls for intervention
Stockton’s Animal Lab helps rehabilitate injured terrapins OCEAN CITY — It is human intervention when Stockton University’s Animal Lab steps in to help terrapins, but the lab is doing so only because it was human interaction that caused the creatures’ woes in the first place. “The injured adult females that we get at Stockton University […]
Wonderland-themed house party creates carnival atmosphere
OCEAN CITY — The decorations are up, the food and beverages well stocked and the guests are eagerly arriving — now it’s time to party. Tens of thousands of people descend on the island each year to celebrate Night in Venice in late July, boarding boats to take part in the parade or attending one […]
Ocean City teen brings clean water solution to Senior Center
OCEAN CITY — Ocean City resident Jake Holzer visited the Howard Stainton Senior Center on July 23 to discuss the global clean water crisis that affects more than 2 billion people worldwide. The seniors learned about the issue, then assembled filters for those suffering from lack of suitable water. Each filter provides 10 people with […]
Revolutionary War hero gets historical marker in Upper Township
PETERSBURG — Upper Township’s Revolutionary War hero Henry Young will finally get the recognition he deserves with a historical marker on his grave in the family cemetery. The William G. Pomeroy Foundation historic marker dedication of the Ensign Henry Young Family Burying Ground is scheduled for 10 a.m. Sept. 27 at the Cape May National […]
Upper Bay Race raises $22,000 for National MS Society
STRATHMERE — The Upper Township Beach Patrol and Deauville Inn teamed up to raise more than $22,000 for multiple sclerosis research and treatment during the 33rd annual Upper Township MS Bay Race on July 21. UTBP Chief Bill Handley said there were 48 boats and more than 60 paddlers in the event who matched the […]
OCAC features dollmaker, painter Camp in August exhibit
OCEAN CITY — In August, the Ocean City Arts Center’s gallery features work by Kimberly Camp, who was just recognized as one of the New Jersey State Heritage Fellows for 2025. The exhibit, titled “Dolls & Painting: Tools of Communication,” features a selection of innovative and emotive dolls and paintings. The exhibit opens Aug. 2 and […]
Somers Point benefits from multiple Eagle Scout projects
SOMERS POINT — The eagle has landed at the home of Matt and Staci Endicott in Somers Point. City Council honored their son Carson Endicott for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout with Scouting America Troop 94 on June 25, the same night members approved brother Eli Endicott’s project. Both are intended to improve Richard […]