In This Cape Local Scoop Issue…

☀️ Cape May Local Weather

 📆 Cape May Events:

 ⚖ Lawmakers Urge Senator Menendez to Resign Following Conviction

‍ 🚯 Mayor Mullock Pushes for Takeout Businesses to Manage Their Trash

‍ 🐚 Free Shell Recycling Program to Benefit Restaurants and Environment

 ⚾ Pirates Overcome Phillies in Dramatic 8-7 Ninth-Inning Victory

👇 Here’s What’s Goin On In The Cape May Local Area 👇

• July 20th

• Cape May County 4-H Fair - 10:00 am - 10:00 pm

• Art in Clay Exhibit featuring local ceramic artist, Susan Fox Hirschmann - 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm

• Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson - Apt. 2B - 8:00 pm

• The Boss and The King: Music of Springsteen and Elvis - 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

• Courtyard Stargazing and Full Moon-gazing - 8:30 pm - 10:30 pm

  July 21st

• Live Music At Hawk Haven-Gordon Vincent - 11:00 am - 6:00 pm

• Captain Kidd Treasure Hunt - 100: pm - 2:00 pm

• Art in Clay Exhibit featuring local ceramic artist, Susan Fox Hirschmann - 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm

• Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson - Apt. 2B - 8:00 pm

  July 22nd

• Music in the Park at Rotary Park Bandstand - 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

• Honeyhawks at The Inn of Cape May - 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

• Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson - Apt. 2B - 8:00 pm

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Lawmakers Urge Senator Menendez to Resign Following Conviction

Senator Bob Menendez denies plans to resign following his guilty verdict on federal bribery and corruption charges, despite increasing calls for his resignation from key lawmakers. Menendez insists that reports of his resignation talks are false. His sentencing is set for October 29. Governor Phil Murphy and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer are among those calling for Menendez to step down, with Murphy urging the Senate to expel him if he does not resign. The last removal of a senator occurred over 100 years ago.

Mayor Mullock Pushes for Takeout Businesses to Manage Their Trash

The City Council introduced an ordinance amendment requiring takeout food businesses to provide and maintain trash and recycling receptacles near their entrances to tackle the city's trash problem. Mayor Zack Mullock noted the necessity of the ordinance after failed discussions with business owners. The ordinance covers establishments serving various takeout foods, including beach concessions. A public hearing and potential vote are set for August 6.

Free Shell Recycling Program to Benefit Restaurants and Environment

The Cape May Chamber, along with the Cape May County MUA and NJDEP Fish & Wildlife, is expanding the "Shell Recycling Program" to help restaurant owners save money, reduce landfill waste, and support local oyster populations. The program collects discarded shells from restaurants and plants them onto local oyster reefs, benefiting the ecosystem. Interest is being gauged among restaurants in Atlantic and Cape May Counties. Participation in the program is completely free, with shell collection bins provided. Partnering restaurants are simply asked to separate oyster and clam shells from their regular waste stream.

Pirates Overcome Phillies in Dramatic 8-7 Ninth-Inning Victory

Nick Gonzales hit a game-winning single in the ninth inning, leading the Pittsburgh Pirates to an 8-7 walk-off victory over the Philadelphia Phillies. The Pirates had trailed for most of the game at PNC Park but managed to take their first and only lead with Gonzales' hit. The win was particularly significant as the Pirates had been facing the team with the best record in baseball. Despite a poor start from pitcher Martín Pérez, who gave up six runs, the Pirates showed resilience. Key moments included Oneil Cruz's 120.5 mph RBI double and a strategic double steal in the ninth inning, setting up the dramatic finish. This victory brought the Pirates' record above .500 and extended their winning streak to five games, offering momentum as they approach the trade deadline during a challenging stretch of their season.

Please make time this week to check out Family Promise of Cape May County’s online auction! Please go to familypromisecmc.org/events to bid! We have many vacations like The Players Championship on the PGA Tour, NY Macy’s Day Parade and Rockefeller Christmas Tree lighting experience! We have a Country Music Awards vacation, hotel stays, art work by local Cape May artists, spa days and local services are all up for bid! Bidding is open and runs until 7/20!

Answer to the July 19th Trivia Question

Question: What is the historic significance of the Emlen Physick Estate in Cape May?

A) It was the first hotel in Cape May.
B) It is rumored to be haunted and offers Victorian-era tours.
C) It was the site of a major battle during the Revolutionary War.
D) It was originally a lighthouse.

Answer: B) It is rumored to be haunted and offers Victorian-era tours.

The Emlen Physick Estate is a Victorian mansion that offers a glimpse into turn-of-the-century living and is known for its rumored hauntings and various events such as tea parties and haunted house tours​