Government officials have confirmed the death of a lion at the Cape May County Zoo. The 16 year old male lion, Brutu died on Friday. Freeholder Marie Hayes said the lion “suffered from complications of age related arthritis and spinal cord issues.” Zoo Director and Veterinarian Dr. Hubert Paluch, reported that, “Bru” began having weakness and lack…
It will be a very wet start to the weekend at the Jersey Shore. The National Weather Service says there is a near 100 percent chance of showers, heavy rain, and maybe a thunderstorm moving through our region Friday afternoon into Friday evening. A strong front will push through the area bringing nice conditions to…
Water quality is beginning to be tested in Cape May County. The county announced that the 2014 Coastal Water Monitoring Program will run through September 2. A total of sixty-one (61) ocean and one (1) Back Bay recreational sites have been selected for weekly monitoring. You may view all test results online at www.njbeaches.org or by calling the…
It was a slight increase for tourism in 2013. The final numbers released during the Cape May County Tourism Department’s annual conference. Overall, spending up just under a couple of percent. Cape May County Tourism Director Diane Wieland said that going into this summer argi, eco, and heritage tourism will be major trends. There are more…
The National Weather Service has posted a Coastal Flood Advisory for Cape May County due to a rainstorm that is headed our way Tuesday evening. The advisory is in effect from Tuesday at 7pm until Wednesday at 3am. There is the potential for minor coastal flooding in flood prone areas along the shore. A…
While Earth Day was Tuesday, families can celebrate the day with an event at the Cape May County Park and Zoo on Saturday. There will be a 5K run and 1 mile fun run at 8:30 a.m with a family celebrating to follow. There will be photo chances, nature walk, vendors, and more. For more…