In This Cape May Local Scoop Issue…

 📆 Cape May Events

☀️ Cape May Local Weather

 💨 Victory for Cape May: Offshore Wind Projects Officially Scrapped

 🦸‍ Upper Township Honors Local Heroes at Public Safety Awards

 💥Drought Worsens in New Jersey as Reservoirs Lag Seasonal Averages

👇 Here’s what’s going on in the Cape May Local Area👇  

 December 18

• Lunch & Learn: From Carols to Cats – Worldwide Christmas Celebrations - 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

• Holiday Inns Tour - 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm

• Spirited Cape May Christmas Trolley Ride - 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm

• Evening Yuletide House Tour - 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm

• Holiday Lights Trolley Ride - 7:30 pm - 8:00 pm

• Polar Express at Exit Zero Filling Station - 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

• The Squares at The Mad Batter - 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

  December 19

• Winter Wonderland at Congress Hall - 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

• Spirited Cape May Christmas Trolley Ride - 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm

• Jon Katity at The Mad Batter - 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

• Evening Yuletide House Tour - 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm

• Mike Flannigan at The Cricket Club - 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

• Symposium: Open Mic & Local Artist at Nauti Spirits - 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

• The Gift of the Magi at Cape My Stage- 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

  December 20

• Winter Wonderland at Congress Hall - 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

• Jim Doran at The Mad Batter - 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

• Gordon Vincent at The Cricket Club - 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

• Nic S at Nauti Spirits - 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

• Doug Kaetz at Elaine's - 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

• Tis the Season: THE CHRISTMAS CAPER - 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm

• Holiday Lights Trolley Ride - 7:30 pm - 8:00 pm

  December 21

• Breakfast with Santa at the Grand Hotel - 8:00 am - 11:00 am

• Breakfast with Santa at the Inn of Cape May - 8:30 am - 1:30 pm

• Winter Wonderland at Congress Hall - 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

• Holiday Traditions Sip & Shop at Willow Creek Winery - 11:30 am - 5:30 pm

• Wildwood’s Winter Wonderland at Holly Beach Park - 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

• Christmas Candlelight House Tour - 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm

• Nolan Quinn at The Mad Batter - 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

• The Gift of the Magi at Cape My Stage- 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

  December 22

• Brunch with Santa at Stowaways - 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

• Holidays at HenVille: Shopping Village - 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

• Winter Wonderland at Congress Hall - 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

• Open Mic at The Mad Batter - 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

• Vinyl Night at The Cricket Club - 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

• The Gift of the Magi at Cape My Stage- 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

    

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Victory for Cape May: Offshore Wind Projects Officially Scrapped

 Cape May County has ended legal disputes with Orsted over its canceled Ocean Wind One and Two offshore wind projects. Orsted abandoned the projects after state and federal authorities revoked key approvals, and the company agreed to dismiss legal challenges. Local officials and activists claim the decision preserves tourism, fisheries, and marine ecosystems. The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management has suspended the lease areas, and Orsted has no plans to use them or proceed with similar projects nearby.

Upper Township Honors Local Heroes at Public Safety Awards

 Upper Township held its first Public Safety Awards, honoring volunteers and professionals for their life-saving work during emergencies, including a burning school bus, a swimmer rescue, and a highway birth. The ceremony recognized dozens of individuals whose teamwork, training, and quick thinking have saved lives and prevented tragedies in the community. Officials praised these heroes, noting that their success stems from years of preparation and unwavering dedication. “This doesn’t happen by accident,” said Mayor Jay Newman. “It takes years of training, proper procedures, and dedicated people to make it happen.”

Drought Worsens in New Jersey as Reservoirs Lag Seasonal Averages

 New Jersey remains in a severe drought despite minor improvements in reservoir levels after recent rainfall. Many of New Jersey’s reservoirs are averaging 54% capacity, well below the seasonal average of 75%. Recent rainfall brought minimal relief. While the New Jersey Forest Fire Service currently reports a low fire risk, the U.S. Drought Monitor continues to classify North Jersey as experiencing severe drought (D2) and South Jersey as facing extreme drought (D3). Residents are encouraged to continue water conservation efforts as the region waits for more substantial precipitation to alleviate the ongoing drought.

Answer to the December 17th Trivia Question

What is the name of the Victorian-era architectural style that became prominent in Cape May after the devastating fire of 1878?

A) Gothic Revival
B) Queen Anne
C) Georgian
D) Italianate

Answer: B) Queen Anne

This style, characterized by features like gingerbread trim, gables, and turrets, became popular in Cape May as the town was rebuilt following the fire​.