TWO WOMEN AIRLIFTED FROM CRUISE SHIP

U.S. Coast Guard helicopters from Air Station Atlantic City performed a rescue of two elderly women late Tuesday night. The two victims, ages 73 and 81 were airlifted from a cruise ship about 80 miles off the coast and taken to AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center in critical condition. The two women suffered separate medical emergencies.…

GOVERNOR COMMENTS ON SUPREME COURT RULING

Governor Chris Christie commented on Wednesday’s Supreme Court ruling, recognizing gay marriage and striking down the Defense of Marriage Act, signed into law by President Bill Clinton. Christie said on his radio show that he still believes that marriage is a bond between one man and one woman. New Jersey recognizes civil unions but not…

LOWER TOWNSHIP SET TO BEGIN REASSESSMENT

A reassessment of all Lower Township properties will begin June 29. The assessment team will start their work in North Cape May and continue into Villas. The purpose of the revaluation is to lower assessments to fair market value. All inspectors will have photo identification cards, according to Lower Township Manager Mike Voll. He said…