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New Jersey American Water Impacted by Cyberattack, Billing Suspended Indefinitely

Issue #135

October 12, 2024

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In This Cape May Local Scoop Issue…

 📆 Cape May Events

☀️ Cape May Local Weather

 💧 New Jersey American Water Impacted by Cyberattack, Billing Suspended Indefinitely

 🐛 "Toe-Biter" Sighting: Giant Water Bug Found in Cape May

 💲 2025 Brings Higher Minimum Wages for New Jersey Workers as Cost of Living Rises

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New Jersey American Water Impacted by Cyberattack, Billing Suspended Indefinitely

 American Water, the U.S.'s largest water and wastewater utility, suffered a cyberattack on October 3, leading to a temporary halt in billing and the suspension of its customer portal, MyWater. American Water provides services to 14 million people across 14 states, including 2.8 million customers in New Jersey. The state branch, New Jersey American Water, supplies water to towns and cities across various counties, including Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Gloucester, and others. In North Jersey, it serves parts of Essex, Morris, and Passaic counties, while also providing sewage services to 10 counties across the state. American Water is collaborating with law enforcement and working to restore its systems securely.

"Toe-Biter" Sighting: Giant Water Bug Found in Cape May

 A Giant Water Bug was recently spotted in Cape May, drawing attention after being identified from photos shared on a local Facebook group. Known for their size and "toe-biter" nickname, these large aquatic insects are common in New Jersey and play a key role in the ecosystem. While their bite is painful, they are harmless to humans. For those looking to spot one, Giant Water Bugs are commonly found near ponds in areas like Cape May Point State Park. Their presence offers a unique opportunity to appreciate the diverse and often hidden world of local aquatic life.

2025 Brings Higher Minimum Wages for New Jersey Workers as Cost of Living Rises

 New Jersey's minimum wage will increase to $15.49 per hour on January 1, 2025, as part of a state law tying wage hikes to the Consumer Price Index. This marks a 55.5% increase in six years, reflecting efforts to keep pace with inflation. Industry-specific wage increases include higher minimums for seasonal, small business, agricultural, and tipped workers. The change comes as residents struggle with some of the highest living costs in the U.S., although it may not fully resolve broader economic challenges.

Answer to the October 11th Trivia Question

Question: What significant structure in Cape May is famous for offering stunning sunset views over the Delaware Bay and is a popular spot for collecting Cape May diamonds?

A) Cape May Lighthouse
B) Congress Hall
C) Sunset Beach
D) Higbee Beach

Answer: C) Sunset Beach

Sunset Beach is well known for its beautiful sunset views and for being a popular location to find Cape May diamonds, polished quartz stones found along the shoreline.

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