Cape May County

A new primate habitat is coming to the Cape May County Park and Zoo.  County officials announced that an event will be held on Wednesday to unveil the new “Primate Point” that will will a new attraction at the Zoo.  The primates will have eight indoor and outdoor areas in …

Did you see it?  Residents of Ocean City, Stone Harbor, and other locations saw a small fireball pass through the sky on Friday night.  The ball was a mix of very bright colors and it was very likely a meteor that broke up as it passed through the sky.  Thousands …

Former Cape May County Prosecutor Robert Taylor has filed a lawsuit against the County, alleging that he and his wife were entitled to lifetime benefits.  Not so fast, according to a statement issued by the County.  The County says Taylor is seeking benefits that he simply is not entitled to …

Sturdy Savings Bank announced that its commercial lending division leads all banks located in Cape May County in terms of the number of loans approved under the U.S. Small Business Administration’s loan program.  Sturdy ranks first as an SBA lender in Cape May County and 12th among the lenders statewide. …

Two locals have been arrested and charged with serious drug offenses following a joint investigation by the Cape May County Prosecutor’s Office and Lower Township Police.  48 year old Peter Wilson of Lower Township and 41 year old LeighAnn Robson of Middle Township were charged after heroin and meth were …

Cape May County will begin to measure the impact on agri-tourism in our region.  Freeholder Marie Hayes announced that a survey will be conducted that will measure the impact beverage tourism, namely breweries and wineries, have on the total economic picture for our region.

Cape May County freeholders are seeking qualified candidates who could serve on the Atlantic Cape Community College Board of Trustees.  A trustee search committee is being formed to select a candidate; he or she must be a resident of Cape May County for at least the past four years.

Cape May County Freeholders met Tuesday night and honored longtime Director Gerry Thornton with a resolution that will officially place his name on the Cape May County Veterans Cemetery.  The Board also met to approve the extension of some sheltering agreements, and to approve two Open Space applications by the …

Congressman Frank LoBiondo remains highly critical this week of a new federal flood insurance bill that he claims has bias against New Jersey.  NJ.com reports that LoBiondo brought up flaws in the 21st Century Flood Reform Act that is anticipated to renew the National Flood Insurance Program.  LoBiondo says he’s …

Local communities who participate in the Sustainable Jersey program were recognized during an event in Atlantic City Tuesday afternoon.  Avalon, Stone Harbor, Cape May, and Middle Township were among the communities recognized for their proactive environment achievements.