November 2009 Online Edition

  1. Nature Center of Cape May gives urgent call for help

    Compiled by Susan Tischler on November 27th, 2009 in Local Headlines

    Cape May – Cape May Harbor was hammered by last week’s nor’easter storm with major impacts to its coastline. The center is seeking community groups to help pick up trash along the harbor’s edge. We will provide gloves, trash bags, buckets and tools to conduct a clean-up effort. If you are interested in pitching in [...]

  2. Headlines from the Cape May Star and Wave, Nov. 26

    Compiled by Susan Tischler on November 27th, 2009 in Local Headlines

    House bill aids local fishermen, LoBiondo says. Cold Spring – U.S. Congressman Frank A. LoBiondo called a press conference at Lund’s Fisheries, Tuesday, to announce the House’s passing of a bill which includes a moratorium on fines for incidental discharges from commercial fishing vessels. Cape May Star and Wave
    Business Improvement District submits budget. Total Budget [...]

  3. East Lynne Theater Fundraiser November 2009

    Posted by Susan Tischler on November 23rd, 2009 in Look at This

    The East Lynne Theater Company celebrated 30 years of Equity performances Thursday, Nov. 12 with a sold out gala at Aleathea’s Restaurant at the Inn of Cape May. “Celebrity” performers were selected to read along with company actors from scenes of plays produced over the 30-year span of the East Lynne Theater Company. Artistic Director [...]

     

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  • 2009 Cape May Film Festival

    Posted by Susan Tischler on November 23rd, 2009 in Look at This

    The 9th Annual Cape May Film Festival (Nov. 20-22) spotlighted young filmakers and established artists, and featured a video tribute from Oscar-winning director/producer Michale Mann at the Friday night festival opening reception held at Aleathea’s in the Inn of Cape May.  This year’s Festival was a complete success — demonstrating why Cape May Film Society [...]

     

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  • West Cape May’s 125th Anniversary

    Posted by Susan Tischler on November 23rd, 2009 in Look at This

    Sunday, November 15 longtime residents and friends gathered at the West Cape May Fire Hall to celebrate the borough’s 125 year anniversary. The History Committee, comprised of two ladies, Marie Iaconangelo and Doris Jacobsen, have been cataloging pictures which are currently on display at Borough Hall. The exhibition, “Picturing the Past” was the committee’s first [...]

     

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  • Greater Cape May Chamber of Commerce Announces Officers and Coming Events

    Posted by Susan Tischler on November 23rd, 2009 in Around Our Island

    This year’s executive board of the Chamber of Commerce of Greater Cape May is committed to carrying on the quality events that fulfill the mission statement of our organization. The board comprised of representatives from lodging, retail, services and cultural sectors, is committed to ensuring that only the best for Cape May’s residents and visitors [...]

  • Headlines from the Cape May Star and Wave, Nov. 19

    Compiled by Susan Tischler on November 20th, 2009 in Local Headlines

    FEMA officials survey storm damaged coastline. Ocean City – The sea off East Atlantic Boulevard churned angrily, as waves pounded on what little remained of Ocean City’s northern beaches.  Cape May Star and Wave
    Lower Township sees tidal flooding. Lower Township – Lower Township experienced significant tidal flooding at the time of high tide on Friday [...]

  • Cape May Might Count Pools in Lot Coverage Calculation

    Compiled by Susan Tischler on November 20th, 2009 in Local Headlines

    Cape May – Include swimming pools in the calculation of lot coverage for home? Cape May County Herald 11/18

  • In West Cape May Borough/Fire Company Relationship Remains Icy

    Compiled by Susan Tischler on November 20th, 2009 in Local Headlines

    West Cape May – The relationship between borough commission and West Cape May Volunteer Fire Company remains icy following a Nov. 11 meeting in which Deputy Fire Chief  Steve Nelson walked out in disgust. Cape May County Herald 11/18

  • Drink at Home

    Compiled by Susan Tischler on November 20th, 2009 in Local Headlines

    West Cape May – Borough Commission received no qualified bids for two available liquor licenses, one for a restaurant, another for a package store. Cape May County Herald 11/18

  • Sea Tractor, Three-Man Crew Lost; CG Searches Stormy Ocean in Vain

    Compiled by Susan Tischler on November 20th, 2009 in Local Headlines

    Cape May – At 5:02 p.m. Nov. 12 all Coast Guard assets were returned to port after searching for 19 hours for the three-man crew of the 44-foot fishing boat, the Sea Tractor, which is presumed to have sunk in 15-20 foot seas during a northeaster, remnants of Tropical Storm Ida. Cape May County Herald [...]

  • November 2009 Nor’easter

    Posted by Susan Tischler on November 13th, 2009 in Look at This

    A powerful Nor’easter has sent wind and rain to Cape May and much of the East Coast. The storm is predicted to last through Saturday night.

     

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  • Headlines from the Cape May Star and Wave, Nov. 12

    Compiled by Susan Tischler on November 12th, 2009 in Local Headlines

    Still no Convention Hall permits. Cape May – There is an old saying that goes “Close only counts with horseshoes and hand grenades.” Cape May Star and Wave
    Cape May Jazz Festival exceeds expectations. Cape May – Considering the state of the economy, some people with the Cape May Jazz Festival were a little nervous [...]

  • Veterans Memorial Bridge Named After a 49-Year Lapse

    Compiled by Susan Tischler on November 12th, 2009 in Local Headlines

    Cold Spring – The bridge leading to Cape May through Schellenger’s Landing, at the end of the Garden State Parkway, over Cape May Canal, was named Cape May County Veterans’ Memorial Bridge in a Nov. 7 ceremony. Cape May County Herald 11/11

  • Was Lady Mary Hit or Unstable? Hearing Ends Without Answer

    Compiled by Susan Tischler on November 12th, 2009 in Local Headlines

    Cape May- A second phase of the Coast Guard’s Marine Board of Investigations hearing into the March 24 sinking of the fishing boat Lady Mary closed Nov. 5.  It left more questions than answers as to whether the boat was unstable or was hit by a large ship. Cape May County Herald 11/11