February 27, 2026
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Vanaman takes over as police chief in Lower Twp.

VILLAS — Township Council named Donald Vanaman Jr. chief of police, creating a domino effect that boosted the superior officer ranks. The Lower Township Police Department now has three new officers in command positions, with […]

Wildwood Crest couple dead in murder-suicide

WILDWOOD CREST — The death of a couple found in their Wildwood Crest home was the result of a murder-suicide, according to authorities. Cape May County Prosecutor Jeffrey H. Sutherland and Wildwood Crest Police Chief […]

Cape May Point imposes tax on short-term rentals

By RACHEL SHUBIN Special to the Star and Wave CAPE MAY POINT — Operators of short-term rental properties now will have to pay the borough 3 percent of their related income. Following a third reading, […]

Cape May, Point reach agreement on police services

By RACHEL SHUBIN Special to the Star and Wave CAPE MAY — The city and Cape May Point have entered into a five-year agreement for law enforcement services provided by the Cape May Police Department. […]

Bashaw, Rosenello launch bid for County Commission

CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE — The Cape May County Republican Organization (CapeGOP) announced a shift in its leadership slate for the 2026 election cycle.  Following the Jan. 7 deadline for letters of intent, Chairman Michael […]

Stockton, Rutgers: Partnership to revive ocean research in N.J.

Tout benefits of work off shore; research buoy to be launched GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP — A new partnership among Stockton University, Rutgers University, the New Jersey Economic Development Authority and marine technology company Ocean Power Technologies […]

HPC tables hotel application over multiple pending issues

CAPE MAY — The Historic Preservation Commission tabled an application submitted by the Lokal Hotel regarding its porch and parking area because of eight issues that need to be revised and resubmitted. During a meeting […]

MAC marks city role in fight for independence

‘Revolutionary Cape May’ opens at Welcome Center CAPE MAY — The rich history of Cape May can be tied to centuries of America’s past. In a newly opened Cape May MAC (Museums + Arts + […]

Cape May Point weighs changes to tree removal rules

CAPE MAY POINT — Commissioners are considering changes to rules governing tree removal and replacement to boost the borough’s beauty and benefit wildlife.  During a meeting Dec. 23, Commissioner Suzanne Yunghans said she was open […]