Heartbreak in state final
Caper Tiger wrestlers fall 35-33 in exciting match NEW BRUNSWICK — Nolan Mormello had a huge task ahead of him on the big stage Sunday afternoon at Rutgers University. The 126-pounder from Lower Cape May […]
Blizzard drops more than a dozen in southern N.J.
More than 55,000 homes in southern New Jersey were without power Feb. 23 following a massive blizzard that blanketed the region in 14 to 16 inches of snow, downing trees and making travel near impossible. […]
Surrounded by nature, Cape May Point home amazing inside and out
CAPE MAY POINT — Few places on Earth combine natural beauty, gentle quiet and scenic beaches like the borough of Cape May Point. Few houses are poised to take advantage of every beautiful attribute quite […]
NEWS
Sherrill to work with business to boost economy
Workforce development, cuts to bureaucracy on the agenda AVALON — Calling Cape May County an “economic powerhouse,” Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell said he and Gov. Mikie Sherrill are looking to expand New Jersey’s tax base […]
City seeks DCA grant for ADA compliance
CAPE MAY — City Council is seeking New Jersey Department of Community Affairs funding through the Small Cities Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) for as much as $400,000 to support continued ADA compliance projects, including […]
Property maintenance firm expanding south to Cape May
OCEAN CITY — When a second-homeowner in Ventnor was on an extended vacation in Aruba with his family, a serious structural issue was identified at his shore house as part of a routine property check […]
Cape May to bond nearly $5 million for capital projects
CAPE MAY — City Manager Paul Dietrich provided an overview of the 2026 capital budget, totaling $4.48 million, and plans to complete some before summer. City Council introduced four bond ordinances Feb. 17 with a […]
Blizzard drops more than a dozen in southern N.J.
More than 55,000 homes in southern New Jersey were without power Feb. 23 following a massive blizzard that blanketed the region in 14 to 16 inches of snow, downing trees and making travel near impossible. […]
Real Estate
Surrounded by nature, Cape May Point home amazing inside and out
CAPE MAY POINT — Few places on Earth combine natural beauty, gentle quiet and scenic beaches like the borough of Cape May Point. Few houses are poised to take advantage of every beautiful attribute quite […]
Washington St. condo puts fortunate owner right in heart of town
CAPE MAY — The past is a slippery thing, often revealing more about our wishes and frustrations with the present and fears for the future than accurate recollections. In a city such as Cape May, […]
Home, guesthouse near all cape’s attractions in secluded scenic setting
LOWER TOWNSHIP — The meandering lane running alongside the canal known as New England Road offers some of the best views of Cape May that are not in Cape May. This southern bank of the canal […]
Condominium provides convenient access to all that’s terrific about city
CAPE MAY — When the Merry Widow first opened its doors at 42 Jackson St. a few decades ago, it perfectly encapsulated two eras smashing into each other: the high Victorian and the even higher […]
Coastal cottage close to sand, surf awaiting next fortunate family
CAPE MAY POINT — A truly unusual jewel-box home is waiting near the beaches of Cape May Point. Set amid the modest homes on Knox Avenue that still stand as humble reminders of a rich […]
Sports
Heartbreak in state final
Caper Tiger wrestlers fall 35-33 in exciting match NEW BRUNSWICK — Nolan Mormello had a huge task ahead of him on the big stage Sunday afternoon at Rutgers University. The 126-pounder from Lower Cape May […]
Caper Tiger wrestlers win South Jersey title
‘We’re not done’: They’re aiming for a state championship ERMA — “We’re not done.” That was the collective sentiment from Caper Tiger wrestlers Wednesday night after they won the South Jersey Group II title at […]
LCMR tops OCHS for Damiana’s 150th win
Caper Tiger wrestlers also beat Washington Township, Cherokee to improve to 17-3 ERMA — The Caper Tiger wrestlers started off Saturday morning’s quad meet with a 53-18 win over Ocean City High School’s Red Raiders […]
Swimmers miss playoffs but make a splash with final-meet win
WILDWOOD CREST — The Caper Tiger swimmers won their final regular season meet against Wildwood Catholic on Jan. 14, then were stuck in limbo for a day waiting to see if they would make the […]
Shots start falling for Caper Tigers in second half
Up by only a trey at the break, Lower Cape May Regional gets hot late to top Wildwood ERMA — What started out as a tight boys basketball game between the Caper Tigers and Wildwood […]
Obituaries
FRANCIS PATRICK ‘FRANK’ SCOTT, 67
Francis Patrick “Frank” Scott, 67, of West Cape May and formerly of Lancaster Pa., died Monday, Feb. 9, 2026, surrounded by his children. Frank was the son of the late William J. “Bill” Scott Jr. […]
PAUL C. HAGY, 86
Paul C. Hagy, 86, of Cape May Point, formerly of Brookhaven, Pa., died at home on Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026. Paul proudly earned two master’s degrees in education, reflecting a lifelong commitment to learning. He […]
H. WAYNE ROOP, 79
H. Wayne Roop, 79, of Lower Township, passed away Dec. 29, 2025 with his wife and sister by his side. Born Oct. 27, 1946, Wayne was a true native son, born and raised in the area, […]
