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Authorities Seek Public’s Help to Find Missing 14-Year-Old in Cape May County

Issue #152

October 29, 2024

In This Cape May Local Scoop Issue…

 📆 Cape May Events

☀️ Cape May Local Weather

 👮‍ Authorities Seek Public’s Help to Find Missing 14-Year-Old in Cape May County

 🌲 HGTV Crowns New Jersey’s Pine Barrens as the “Creepiest Place” in the State

 ‍👻 New Jersey's Eeriest Ghost Town Isn’t a Town at All—It’s an Abandoned Jail

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 October 29th

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Authorities Seek Public’s Help to Find Missing 14-Year-Old in Cape May County

 Cape May County officials are urging residents to help in the search for 14-year-old Kayden Markley, who was reported missing from Lower Township, New Jersey. Kayden was last seen around 7:30 a.m. on Monday, though the specific location of his last sighting was not provided by authorities.

Described as standing 5'5" tall and weighing approximately 95 pounds, Kayden has blue eyes and blonde hair. He was reportedly wearing a grey hooded sweatshirt and dark brown pants at the time he was last seen. The Lower Township Police Department is asking anyone who may have seen Kayden or has information about his whereabouts to reach out at (609) 886-2711.

HGTV Crowns New Jersey’s Pine Barrens as the “Creepiest Place” in the State

 HGTV has named New Jersey’s Pine Barrens as the state’s “creepiest” location, thanks to the legendary Jersey Devil and the mysterious atmosphere of the forested region. Spanning seven counties, the Pine Barrens is known for eerie sightings and a rich history in local folklore. The Pine Barrens have also become a part of pop culture, making appearances in TV shows like The Sopranos and Marvel’s Fantastic Four. The area’s eerie atmosphere and folklore have inspired books as well, including John McPhee’s The Pine Barrens, which delves into the region’s unique history and ecology.

New Jersey's Eeriest Ghost Town Isn’t a Town at All—It’s an Abandoned Jail

New Jersey has landed a spot on Country Living's list of the top 18 spookiest places in America, and it’s not the spot you’d expect. While many associate Cape May with ghostly tales and supernatural lore, this location is far from there—and far from any traditional ghost town.

The Essex County Jail Annex in North Caldwell, New Jersey, has been named one of the 18 spookiest places in America. Built in 1873, this Victorian-style prison was abandoned in the late 1990s after years of overcrowding and poor conditions. Despite not being a town, its decaying buildings and eerie atmosphere earn it a place as one of the state's top ghostly locations. 

What Victorian-era Cape May mansion, now a museum, is one of the best-preserved examples of "Stick Style" architecture in the area?

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Answer to the October 28th Trivia Question

Question: Cape May's Washington Street Mall is known for which of the following?

A) Amusement park rides
B) A historic open-air shopping district
C) The oldest winery in New Jersey
D) A famous pier for fishing

Answer: B) A historic and festive open-air shopping district.

Washington Street Mall is a popular open-air shopping district in Cape May, known for its quaint shops, restaurants, and boutiques. It’s a favorite spot for both locals and tourists, offering a charming and historic atmosphere.

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