There could be yet another round of localized street flooding late Monday afternoon into the evening. The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch for Cape May County, with the potential of one to two inches, perhaps as much as four inches, of rain falling in a short period of time. ##
An open and frank discussion regarding potential terrorism targets in Cape May County was held in Avalon Wednesday during a gathering of security and emergency management experts. Officials discussed how and why to make large gathering spots like beach concerts and festivals a safer environment in the future. County Prosecutor Robert Taylor says officials often…
Many Cape May County communities celebrated National Night Out with events on Tuesday night. Avalon featured live music from the local band “Loud ‘N Klear” while other communities celebrated with police demonstrations, fire equipment, and fireworks. ##
Many local communities will hold National Night Out events this evening. Dennis Township’s event will conclude with fireworks at dusk, while Cape May’s event includes a magic show and a dunk tank. Avalon’s will feature the showing of the movie “Jaws” on the 30th Street beach at dusk. ##
Canadian tourism numbers are back in a big way this summer in Cape May County. The County’s department of tourism reports that the Quebec Construction Holiday runs through August 6th and Canadian currency has increased in value, which translates into big visitation to the Jersey Cape. 33
Monday is the deadline for candidates to submit petitions to run for local boards of education. Nominating petitions must be turned in by 4pm and must include signatures from at least ten registered voters in the school district. ##
Many local communities will be holding National Night Out events on Tuesday night. The events are being held to bring communities together to focus on crime, and provide free entertainment for families. Middle Township will hold its event at the Davies Sports Complex. ##
Our region received over five inches of rain in just a few hours during a major storm early Saturday morning that flooded out streets in many shore resorts. Wildwood Crest recorded 5.3 inches of rain, Cape May, four inches, and Atlantic City, 5.8 inches. The rainwater has since drained off most streets. ##
Officials in local communities are assessing the damage from the overnight storm that brought several inches of rain to the region. There was downtown street flooding in most coastal communities early this morning; motorists are advised to use caution while driving. Earlier this morning, the entry into Wildwood on Route 47 was closed due to…
A former local contractor will serve a combined seven years in a state prison for two separate contractor fraud cases. Cape May County Prosecutor Robert Taylor announced that Kevin Crafton of All City Construction also must repay $500,000 in restitution to his victims. ##