Mallon finds 3 ways to score TDs in LCMR win
Caper Tigers go for division title Saturday after beating Blue Devils 28-7 HAMMONTON — The Caper Tiger football team hopes to clinch the division at home this Saturday when they host the Oakcrest Falcons. Expect […]
Eisenhower speaks about grandfather’s leadership
CAPE MAY — Nearly 300 people came out to Cape May Convention Hall on Oct. 11 to hear internationally and nationally renowned author and national security expert Susan Eisenhower share lessons from her grandfather, Dwight […]
North of the canal, Tranquility attracts young buyers today
LOWER TOWNSHIP — For those old enough to remember when the housing development Tranquility was built, it’s a shock of sorts to see what once seemed so new now nearing 40. This week’s featured house […]
NEWS
Mullock, Van Drew to debate as election nears
Cape May mayor challenging four-term Republican in Second Congressional District GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP — U.S. Rep. Jeff Van Drew and Cape May Mayor Zack Mullock are set to face off during a debate Oct. 22 in […]
‘Priceless memories’
Friends from high school celebrate 80th birthdays at the shore CAPE MAY — Flashback to 1960. Seven teenagers become friends while attending Little Flower High School in Philadelphia. Fast forward to today. They’re all 80 […]
Two seats up for grabs on Lower school board
ERMA — Four candidates are seeking two seats on the Lower Cape May Regional School District Board of Education. The board consists of nine members serving three-year terms. Incumbents Kathleen Elwell and Roy Abrams Jr. […]
Upgrades in works at Cape May’s water treatment plant
CAPE MAY — Cape May is moving forward with a major water treatment plant improvement project to help ensure a reliable supply of clean, safe drinking water for residents, businesses, neighboring communities and the thousands […]
Wareham faces challenge from two in Lower Township Second Ward
VILLAS — Lower Township Councilman Joseph Wareham is seeking re-election to the Ward II seat Nov. 3 and facing a challenge from two opponents. The Cape May Star and Wave profiled each of the candidates […]
Real Estate
North of the canal, Tranquility attracts young buyers today
LOWER TOWNSHIP — For those old enough to remember when the housing development Tranquility was built, it’s a shock of sorts to see what once seemed so new now nearing 40. This week’s featured house […]
Mature home upgraded with efficiency in mind, designed for the future
CAPE MAY — What if every house were built for efficiency and accessibility, without waiting for a reason to care about best practices? The home at 1218 Lafayette St. already has answered that question with grace […]
Renovated 1926 classic now dream home filled with modern amenities
CAPE MAY — An astonishing renovation of a 1926 classic that’s just steps from the center of town, the home at 901 Benton Avenue in Cape May is a dream running on all eight cylinders. To begin […]
Contemporary cottage with vintage charm in quiet, convenient spot
WEST CAPE MAY — The charms of West Cape May are legion, but usually enjoyed from a staunchly vintage home with staircases and finicky old house quirks. There are a few new homes in the […]
Links at Avalon home provides space, value, comfort close to shore
CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE — In today’s Cape May County real estate market, buyers are often forced to choose among space, location and affordability. At 105 Congressional Drive in The Links at Avalon, they can get it […]
Sports
Mallon finds 3 ways to score TDs in LCMR win
Caper Tigers go for division title Saturday after beating Blue Devils 28-7 HAMMONTON — The Caper Tiger football team hopes to clinch the division at home this Saturday when they host the Oakcrest Falcons. Expect […]
Caper Tiger boys soccer battles St. Joe for division lead
HAMMONTON — The Caper Tiger boys soccer team tied St. Joseph of Hammonton when the teams met in Erma in mid-September. Until Wednesday, Oct. 8, the Lower Cape May Regional High School team hadn’t lost […]
Lower Cape May Regional High School’s football cheerleaders
ERMA – The Caper Tiger football team is 5-2 so far this season in the West Jersey Football League with five wins against two losses. The team beat rival Middle Township 40-6 Oct. 3, then […]
Caper Tigers win annual Anchor Bowl
The Caper Tiger football team ran around and over the Middle Township Panthers in a steady rain Saturday en route to a 40-6 victory.
Co-coaches turn LCMR field hockey program around
Editor’s update: After this story was posted, the Caper Tiger girls improved to 10-2 with a 5-0 win over Holy Spirit. ERMA — Lower Cape May Regional High School’s field hockey team has been prospering […]
Obituaries
JOSEPH O. ELWELL JR., 79
Joseph O. Elwell Jr. passed away peacefully on Sept. 16, 2026. He was 79. Born May 23, 1947, Joe was the son of Joseph Oliver Sr. and Emma Elwell of Cape May. He graduated from […]
MARY WORTH EVERETT, 76
Mary Worth Everett, beloved wife, mother, sister and friend; a former graphic design artist, Girl Scout Troop leader and pre-school teacher, died Oct. 6 at Pelican Pointe Nursing Home in North Cape May. Mary had […]
JOHN H. SHAW, 96
John H. Shaw, age 96, passed away peacefully Sept. 19, 2026. John, more affectionately known as Jack, was a man deeply devoted to his faith, his community and, above all, his family. He was a dedicated member of […]
