Mosquitoes collected in the lower and central parts of Cape May County have tested positive for West Nile Virus. County officials say our region will continue to see mosquitoes until the first frost of the year and it’s important to do everything you can to protect yourself from the bugs. The County’s mosquito commission will…
A public meeting has been scheduled for October 2nd at the Wildwoods Convention Center to discuss a potential Rio Grande Avenue gateway project for the island. Discussions are expected to include a reduction in traffic congestion, improved drainage, and the enhancement of pedestrian and bicycle usage. The meeting begins at 2pm.
There were three swimming related deaths in New Jersey over the weekend due to beach goers hitting the surf without lifeguards present. No drownings occurred in Cape May County, but deaths have been reported in Long Branch, Seaside Park, and Point Pleasant. There were dozens of other rescues as rip currents persisted up and down…
One man is dead and three others were wounded during a shooting at a condo complex in Mays Landing on Sunday night. Atlantic County authorities say the investigation is continuing, and so far no suspects are in custody. One of those injured is still in critical condition.
Monday brought another admission of guilt in connection with a prescription insurance fraud scheme. 42 year old Judd Holt was in federal court and admitted that he stole nearly $800,000 in the scheme that has involved medical doctors and professionals. Holt is the seventh individual to plead guilty.
Eagles running back Darren Sproles is done for the season. Sproles tore his ACL and broke his arm during one play in a win over the Giants Sunday, which means he is lost to the team for the rest of the 2017 season. Sproles is 34 years old and no lock to return to the…
Students and teachers were evacuated this morning from the Jordan Road School in Somers Point due to a potential gas leak. The Press of Atlantic City reports that the school’s fire alarm was going off as parents arrived to drop students off for the day. South Jersey Gas has responded to the potential leak.
The Cape May County Chamber of Commerce has announced that local businesses will be honored during its annual meeting to be held next month. Cape Resorts has earned “Member of the Year” honors, Kenna Weurker from Hawk Haven Vineyards is the Volunteer of the Year, and Sturdy Savings Bank will receive the Cape May County…
No injuries are reported after a small plane crashed into a soybean filed in Cumberland County on Sunday. NJ.com reports that the single engine experimental plane crashed into the field around Noon Sunday in Hopewell Township. The pilot walked away from the accident.
The price you pay to have electricity delivered to your home or business is going up. Atlantic City Electric announced that it has received approvals to increase electricity delivery rates by just over four percent starting October 1st. The average customer will see an increase in their electric bill of just over five dollars a…