New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy announced Monday that he has asked State lawmakers to extend his emergency powers so he can continue to manage the Covid-19 pandemic. The State legislature must approve any provisions that restore Murphy’s powers. The Governor would like a three month extension to keep managing vaccine distribution, and could restore mandatory…
Monday’s winter storm began before daybreak with a combination of sleet and rain. Six to 12 inches of snow are expected out of this storm, and moderate tidal flooding is expected at time of high tide Monday morning. Many schools are closed in the County, and the County announced that Fare Free Transportation is limiting…
Avalon has closed its municipal buildings for Monday, January 3rd, including its municipal building, elementary school, recreation center, and free public library. Crest Savings Bank announced that all locations will have a delayed opening, at 10:00am. Sturdy Savings Bank will be opening its branches Monday at 12 Noon. Atlantic Cape Community College has closed all…
Governor Phil Murphy has declared a State of Emergency for Cape May County and four other southern counties. The declaration was made in advance of Monday’s winter storm that will bring several inches of snow to the region and some tidal flooding during the morning hours.
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning and a Coastal Flood Warning for Cape May County. Between four to eight inches of snow are expected, and there will be some tidal flooding around 8am Monday, during high tide. Schools are beginning to announce closures, including the Middle Township Public School District, Cape…
New Jersey first lady Tammy Murphy has tested positive for coronavirus. Murphy and her family returned home recently from a vacation in Costa Rica. The Governor has tested negative for the virus.
Cape May County is under a Winter Storm Warning. The National Weather Service has issued the warning starting Monday at 4am and lasting through the day until 4pm. Four to six inches of snow are likely, along with 35mph winds. Travel could be very difficult.
Middle Township Police are asking members of the public to move their vehicles off local roadways. A Winter Storm Warning is now in effect and Police are asking cards to be moved off the roadway so County and State road crews can conduct plowing operations.
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch and a Coastal Flood Watch for Cape May County. There has been a dynamic shift in the forecast, and a storm storm will impact our region Monday morning through mid afternoon with four to six inches of snow expected. Minor to moderate tidal flooding is…
The Cape May City Elementary School will go back to school with students in class, for now. Chief School Administrator Zachary Palombo is advising parents to start making child care arrangements in the event the school must switch to a virtual schedule. He advises students and staff members who have Covid-19 symptoms to stay home…