Christmas Delivery Chaos? Amazon Strike Sparks Uncertainty

Issue #202

December 20, 2024

In This Cape May Local Scoop Issue…

 📆 Cape May Events

☀️ Cape May Local Weather

 🎄 Christmas Delivery Chaos? Amazon Strike Sparks Uncertainty

 🏦 Big Lots May Close All Stores, Including 18 in New Jersey

 👮‍ Traffic Stop Uncovers Cocaine, Cash, and Warrants in Atlantic County

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Christmas Delivery Chaos? Amazon Strike Sparks Uncertainty

Just in time for the holidays, a strike involving approximately 10,000 Amazon workers has raised concerns about potential delays in holiday gift deliveries. The Teamsters union announced the strike on Thursday, stating that Amazon workers across several key facilities nationwide have walked off the job. While the union warns of potential delays in holiday deliveries, Amazon denies the claims and asserts that it will meet its delivery commitments. The dispute centers on worker representation, with the Teamsters claiming authority based on past organizing efforts and Amazon refuting their involvement.

Big Lots May Close All Stores, Including 18 in New Jersey

 Big Lots, with 18 stores in New Jersey and 64 in Pennsylvania, is facing potential closure after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and failing to secure a sale. Despite the uncertain future, CEO Bruce Thorn assured that the company will continue serving customers both in-store and online for as long as possible. He expressed appreciation for employees’ resilience during these challenging times, describing their efforts as a testament to their dedication. As Big Lots grapples with the possibility of liquidation, it remains to be seen whether the company can secure a last-minute buyer and avoid closure.

Traffic Stop Uncovers Cocaine, Cash, and Warrants in Atlantic County

 

 A traffic stop in Egg Harbor Township resulted in the arrest of two individuals and the seizure of cocaine, paraphernalia, and cash linked to drug distribution. Officer Waszen of the Atlantic County Sheriff’s Office conducted the stop on the Black Horse Pike and developed suspicion of criminal activity involving the vehicle’s occupants. Assistance was requested from the Cape May County Sheriff’s Office K-9 unit, with Officer Hughes and his K-9 partner Ares arriving to conduct a sniff search. Gregory Jenkins and Shayna Mitchell face charges and are being held at the Atlantic County Justice Facility. The operation highlights the Atlantic County Sheriff’s Office's ongoing efforts to combat crime under Sheriff Joe O’Donoghue’s leadership.

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Answer to the December 19th Trivia Question

What unique feature of Cape May's Sunset Beach is a popular attraction where visitors can witness the remnants of a World War I-era concrete ship?

A) Shipwreck of the SS Morro Castle
B) Remains of the SS Atlantus
C) The Ghost Ship of Cape May
D) The Wreck of the Sea Venture

Answer: B) Remains of the SS Atlantus

The SS Atlantus is a concrete ship built during World War I, and its remains can be seen off the coast of Sunset Beach in Cape May, making it a popular historical and tourist attraction​

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