NJ Launches $1M Crackdown on Distracted Driving This April

Issue #306

April 03, 2025

In This Cape May Local Scoop Issue…

 📆 Cape May Events

☀️ Cape May Local Weather 

 📴NJ Launches $1M Crackdown on Distracted Driving This April

‍ 🐰 With Easter Weeks Away, Jersey Shore Artist Surprises with Bunny Sand Art

 🎡 Experience Holiday Magic at New Jersey’s Beloved Storybook Land

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NJ Launches $1M Crackdown on Distracted Driving This April

 

 New Jersey is launching a $1 million campaign to crack down on distracted driving throughout April. The initiative, "Put the Phone Away or Pay," will involve heightened law enforcement activity in 19 counties and across major highways. As part of the grant distribution, several Cape May County municipalities also received funds to support local enforcement. Lower Township was awarded $3,500, Middle Township and Wildwood each received $4,200, and both North Wildwood and Wildwood Crest were granted $2,800. The initiative aims to pair stronger enforcement with ongoing public awareness efforts, encouraging drivers to stay focused and safe behind the wheel. With distracted driving contributing to nearly half of state crashes in 2023, the effort aims to improve road safety through fines, increased patrols, and public education.

 

With Easter Weeks Away, Jersey Shore Artist Surprises with Bunny Sand Art

 Easter arrives late in 2025, falling on April 20, but Wildwood Crest is already celebrating. Local sand artist Mike, known for his intricate beach sculptures, recently crafted a detailed sand sculpture of the Easter Bunny holding an egg on the Wildwood Crest beach. The whimsical creation has quickly captured attention online, with photos and videos of the sculpture making waves across social media. The festive artwork brings early holiday cheer to the shore as families prepare for the unusually late holiday.

Experience Holiday Magic at New Jersey’s Beloved Storybook Land

 Storybook Land, a family-focused theme park in Egg Harbor Township, has delighted children with its fairytale-inspired attractions since 1955. Originally conceived as a rest stop for travelers, the park has expanded to 20 acres with rides, live animals, and seasonal events. Managed by the founder's grandchildren, it balances nostalgia with innovation, offering attractions like the Tick-Tock Clock Drop and festive holiday displays. Recognized among the top 10 holiday attractions by USA Today, the park remains a cherished destination.  Get ready, opening day is April 5th!

Answer to the April 2nd Trivia Question

Cape May is recognized as one of the oldest seaside resorts in the United States. Which of the following events helped establish Cape May as a popular vacation destination in the 19th century?

A) The construction of Congress Hall in 1816
B) The discovery of oil off the coast of Cape May
C) The establishment of a naval base during World War II
D) The opening of the first casino in New Jersey

Answer: A) The construction of Congress Hall in 1816

Congress Hall, built in 1816, played a significant role in making Cape May a prominent resort destination. It attracted visitors from Philadelphia and beyond, helping establish the town's reputation as one of the finest seaside resorts in America by the 19th century​​.​

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