The Senate fell one vote shy of being able to pass a measure against Gov. Chris Christie’s rules on medical marijuana. The Assembly took action on Monday in this regard. Some have said that Christie’s rules are too cumbersome and don’t include enough people. It is believed that resolution will get a vote on Dec.…
Legislation sponsored by Senator Jeff Van Drew to promote locally-grown fruits and vegetables by expanding the ‘Jersey Fresh’ program to baked goods and other food products was today approved by the Senate. It now heads to the desk of Governor Christie. The bill (S-1179) would designate baked goods and other products made with ‘Jersey Fresh’…
The season was a bounce back year for Cape May County. As we head towards one of the busiest shopping days of the year, Cape May County Chamber Executive Director Vicki Clark said the year was a “strong B” when giving it a grade. She believes that Black Friday will be busy for the local…
New legislation has been introduced to help local mayors control spending from different boards and authorities. State Senator Jeff Van Drew tells Coastal Broadcasting that he has sponsored a bill that would allow a mayor, with the permission of council, veto power over boards in the town. Gov. Chris Christie has this power, as he…
The state’s highest court said a recall effort against United States Senator Robert Menendez can’t go forward. A tea party group had organized the recall effort. Previously, they won the right to recall in an appellate court, but this 4-2 ruling reverses that decision. The supreme court said that the federal constitution does not give states…
A production of Fiddler on the Roof will be presented at Wildwood Catholic this weekend. The shows begin on Friday, and will continue into next week. Tickets range between $8 and $10. They can be purchased in advance at WCHS(522-7257) or at the door. The show dates are as follows: Friday, November 19th at 8:00…
Funeral services have been set for Charles “Chick” Guhr, who passed away this week at the age of 82. Services will be held this Friday at 1:00pm at the First United Methodist Church in Wildwood Crest. Guhr served as a longtime mayor and commissioner for the Borough of Wildwood Crest, and also was heavily involved…
Representatives for United States Senator Frank Lautenberg will be in Cape May County this week. It was announced that they will visit the Legislative office of Jeff Van Drew on Friday, between noon and 2 p.m. People can log their concerns and questions with his staff at the office, which is located at 21 North Main…
A former standout basketball player at Wildwood High School has made the basketball team at Rutgers University as a walk-on. Friday’s Wildwood Leader will report that former Warrior basketball star Matt Schiff has made the basketball team at Rutgers University. Schiff is a full-time practice player and could occasionally dress for varsity games, both home…
Testimony at Wednesday’s Cape May City Zoning Board meeting declared the Beach Theater not relevant to the historical significance of Victorian Cape May. Architectural historian George Thomas said that the theater was built in 1950 and was not in character with the Victorian architecture of Cape May, even though the building is located within the city’s…