Cape May on List of Most Instagrammable Small Cities in the U.S.

In This Cape May Local Scoop Issue…

 📆 Cape May Events

☀️ Cape May Local Weather

 📸 Cape May on List of Most Instagrammable Small Cities in the U.S.

 👮‍ Wildwood Man Arrested on Drug and Weapon Charges After Police Tip

 🏪 Aldi Hiring 13,000 for the Holidays, Offering Competitive Pay and Benefits

 ⚾ Schwarber and Castellanos Homers Not Enough as Phillies Fall to Mets

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

 September 22nd

• Irish Fall Festival in North Wildwood - 8:00 am - 8:30 pm

• Wildwood Kustom Hot Rod & Muscle Car Show - 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

• Live Music at Harpoons with Michael Costa & The Beat - 1:00 pm-5:00 pm

• Live Music with Gordon Vincent at Willow Creek Winery - 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm

• Cape May Stage presents: Stones In His Pockets - 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

  September 23rd

• Backstreets & Byways City Tour - 9:15 am - 10:45 am

• Emlen Physick Estate Tour - 11:15 am - 12:00 pm

• Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour - 7:00 pm - 7:30 pm

• 2024 Broadway Series: "People Will Say We're in Love" - 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm

• Murder Mystery Dinner – “Bumped Off & Bottoms Up” - 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

  September 24th

• Cape May Lighthouse - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

• Dolphin Watch Around Cape May - 10:00 pm - 12:00 pm

• Historic District Trolley Tour - 2:15 pm - 3:00 pm

• Sunset Dolphin Cruise - 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

• Spirits, Oddities & Obsessions Combo Tour - 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

  September 25th

• Painted Ladies, Porches and More Walking Tour - 9:30 am - 10:30 am

• World War II Lookout Tower - 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

• Mansions by the Sea Trolley Tour - 12:30 pm - 1:15 pm

• A Case for the Existence of God at East Lynne Theater - 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

• Cape May Stage presents: Stones In His Pockets - 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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Cape May on List of Most Instagrammable Small Cities in the U.S.

A new study by Heepsy highlights the top 10 most Instagrammable small cities in the U.S., with Sonoma, California, taking the top spot. The ranking was based on the number of Instagram posts per square mile. Other cities in the top five include Carmel-by-the-Sea (California), Moab (Utah), Cannon Beach (Oregon), and Telluride (Colorado). Cape May, New Jersey, ranked sixth, showcasing its popularity for Instagram-worthy Victorian architecture and beaches. Each city features unique attractions that make them visually appealing destinations for travelers. These cities, with their stunning landscapes and unique attractions, have made a lasting impression on Instagram users, drawing visitors eager to capture and share their travels.

Wildwood Man Arrested on Drug and Weapon Charges After Police Tip

 A Wildwood man, Bernard Burton, 40, was arrested for multiple drug and weapon charges after police found a variety of illegal drugs and a semi-automatic handgun in his vehicle. Police acted on an anonymous tip, leading to Burton's arrest near the Wildwood Housing Authority. He is currently being held at Cape May County Correctional Center as the investigation continues. Police have encouraged anyone with additional information about Burton's activities to contact the Wildwood Police Department. Authorities stress that all charges are based on probable cause, and Burton remains innocent until proven guilty in court.

Aldi Hiring 13,000 for the Holidays, Offering Competitive Pay and Benefits

 Aldi is hiring 13,000 workers for the holiday season, with average starting pay between $18 and $23 per hour. Full-time employees will receive benefits like health insurance and paid leave. Aldi's U.S. President, Atty McGrath, emphasized the company's commitment to attracting and retaining talent as a key part of its success. With over 49,000 employees across 2,000 stores in 36 states, Aldi continues to expand its workforce ahead of the busy holiday season.

Schwarber and Castellanos Homers Not Enough as Phillies Fall to Mets

The Phillies clinched a postseason berth but fell short of securing the division title after a 6-3 loss to the Mets on Saturday. Ranger Suarez struggled, and despite home runs from Kyle Schwarber and Nick Castellanos, the Phillies couldn’t overcome the Mets. With Zack Wheeler set to take the mound in the series finale, the Phillies have a chance to turn things around and secure the division crown against Wheeler’s former team.

Answer to the September 21st Trivia Question

Question: What important mode of transportation, introduced in the 19th century, significantly boosted tourism to Cape May?

A) Steamboats
B) Automobiles
C) Railroads
D) Stagecoaches

Answer: C) Railroads

Cape May, NJ, on the southern coast of New Jersey, actually had two railroads in close proximity to each other that ran to the beach. Both lines predated the turn of the 20th century, and were abandoned early in the century.