Clocks spring forward this Sunday as daylight saving time returns

Issue #279

March 07, 2025

In This Cape May Local Scoop Issue…

 📆 Cape May Events

☀️ Cape May Local Weather

🌞 ‍Clocks Spring Forward this Sunday as Daylight Savings Time Returns

🐕 Police K-9 Teams From Six States Train in Cape May County

 👮‍ Investigation Sought Over Controversial NJ E-ZPass Contract

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

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Clocks Spring Forward this Sunday as Daylight Savings Time Returns

 A true sign that the summer season is fast approaching; Daylight Savings Time begins this Sunday at 2 a.m., moving clocks forward by an hour. Most U.S. states participate, except for Arizona, Hawaii, and U.S. territories. The change marks the start of longer daylight hours in the evening, with days naturally growing longer as spring approaches. Daylight saving time will last until November 2. This is all due to Earth’s 23.5-degree tilt, which affects how direct sunlight reaches different regions throughout the year. As we move closer to summer, days will continue to lengthen until June 20, the summer solstice. For now, be sure to set your clocks forward before bed on Saturday night and enjoy the extra evening sunshine.

Police K-9 Teams From Six States Train in Cape May County

The Cape May County Sheriff’s Office will host its annual Tracking & Trailing Seminar from March 10-14, training K-9 units from six states. The exercises will take place in various municipalities across the county, with officers and K-9s working in residential areas and trails. Residents are advised not to be alarmed or interfere with the training exercises. The Cape May County Sheriff’s Office has urged the community to help spread the word, ensuring that those without social media are aware of the event. Officials emphasize that this training is crucial in preparing K-9 teams for real-world scenarios where their tracking skills are needed.

Investigation Sought Over Controversial NJ E-ZPass Contract

State Sen. Joe Pennacchio has called for an investigation into the New Jersey Turnpike Authority’s decision to award a nearly $2 billion E-ZPass contract to TransCore. He alleges that the bidding process lacked fairness, with private meetings held with TransCore but not other bidders. Additionally, the winning bid was $250 million higher than competing offers. The State Comptroller’s office, which oversees government contracts, is now being asked to review the matter.

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Answer to the March 6th Trivia Question

What was the original name of Congress Hall when it was first constructed in 1816?

A) The Grand Hotel
B) Hughes House
C) The Big House
D) Cape May Inn

Answer: C) The Big House

Congress Hall was first built in 1816 as a wooden boarding house by Thomas H. Hughes. It was initially called "The Big House," and locals referred to it as "Tommy's Folly" because they thought it was too large to be successful. When Hughes was elected to the House of Representatives in 1828, he renamed the hotel to Congress Hall​.

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