Cape May Zoo Mourns the Loss of Beloved Cheetah Buju

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July 31, 2024

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 📆 Cape May Events

☀️ Cape May Local Weather

 🐈 Cape May Zoo Mourns the Loss of Beloved Cheetah Buju

‍ 🥪 Historic Bonelli’s Market in Wildwood Set for Demolition

  🛺 Street-Legal Golf Carts Transform Beach Vacations in New Jersey

⚾ Yankees Edge Phillies in 12-Inning Thriller with Torres’ Walk-Off Sacrifice Fly

 ⚾ Dombrowski Confident in Phillies’ New Additions Despite Recent Struggles

 

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Cape May Zoo Mourns the Loss of Beloved Cheetah Buju

 Buju, a 12-year-old cheetah, passed away from kidney disease, as announced by the Cape May Zoo on Monday, July 29. Buju and his brother Beenie had been cherished zoo residents since their arrival in November 2013. Born on September 7, 2011, at the Cincinnati Zoo, Buju and Beenie shared a close bond throughout their lives. The brothers even allowed ducks to live in their habitat before eventually stalking and hunting them. In the wild, cheetahs typically live between eight to twelve years, while in captivity, they can live up to 20 years.

Historic Bonelli’s Market in Wildwood Set for Demolition

 Bonelli’s Market, a historic Wildwood building, is set for demolition to make way for a mixed-use structure. The building at 4000 Pacific Avenue has retained its old-school charm, with its painted signage still catching the eye of passersby and evoking memories of the market’s famous “Old World Hoagie.” Originally opened as an A&P Market in the 1920s, the building became Bonelli’s Market in 1940 and operated until 2014

 Plans for a new tenant fell through, and the building has remained vacant. The current owners, LJKQ Real Estate NJ, LLC, have now submitted plans to demolish the building and replace it with a mixed-use structure. The proposed new building will feature three residential units above a non-residential unit, with street-level parking. The application has been presented to the city zoning board, and approval seems likely.

Street-Legal Golf Carts Transform Beach Vacations in New Jersey

James “Flip” Caruso invested $21,000 in a street-legal low-speed electric vehicle (LSV) to enjoy more convenient and beachy rides around Cape May. Since the pandemic, demand for LSVs has surged at the Jersey Shore, with local businesses expanding to meet the needs of homeowners, vacationers, and tourists. Despite some social media criticism and safety concerns, LSVs have become a popular and practical option for shore transportation, and their popularity shows no signs of waning. LSVs vary widely in cost based on features, with pre-owned models starting around $6,000 and new ones ranging from $12,000 to over $30,000. John Romano, owner of Wildwood Golf Carts, notes that these vehicles are becoming increasingly sophisticated, with features like Bluetooth speakers and backup cameras. For those not ready to buy, rental options are available, though in high demand during the summer season. Rental rates range from $700 to $1,000 a week, and many businesses report being sold out weeks in advance.

 

Yankees Edge Phillies in 12-Inning Thriller with Torres’ Walk-Off Sacrifice Fly

The Yankees secured a 7-6 victory over the Phillies in a thrilling 12-inning game at Citizens Bank Park. Jazz Chisholm Jr., newly acquired from the Marlins, hit two home runs and drove in five runs. Despite a blown save by Clay Holmes, the Yankees prevailed with Gleyber Torres' sacrifice fly in the 12th inning. Will Warren made his Major League debut, pitching 5 1/3 innings.

Dombrowski Confident in Phillies’ New Additions Despite Recent Struggles

 The Phillies made a series of trades before the Trade Deadline to improve their roster. They acquired left-hander Tanner Banks from the White Sox, who will replace Gregory Soto, traded to the Orioles. In exchange, the Phillies received right-handers Seth Johnson and Moisés Chace. Additionally, they added closer Carlos Estévez from the Angels and outfielder Austin Hays from the Orioles. Despite recent struggles, team president Dave Dombrowski is optimistic about the team's prospects with these new additions.

Answer to the July 30th Trivia Question

Question: Cape May, New Jersey, is known for a unique type of gemstone found on its beaches. These "Cape May diamonds" are actually quartz pebbles that have been polished to resemble diamonds. What is the primary origin of these quartz pebbles?

A) Eroded glass from local factories
B) Washed down from the upper Delaware River
C) Formed from volcanic activity
D) Brought by early European settlers

Answer: B) Washed down from the upper Delaware River

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