Lucy the Elephant Secures $500K Grant for Interior Renovations

Issue 076

August 14, 2024

In This Cape May Local Scoop Issue…

 📆 Cape May Events

☀️ Cape May Local Weather

 🐘 Lucy the Elephant Secures $500K Grant for Interior Renovations

‍ 🏡 New Jersey Secures Top Spot in Safety, Ranks Third Overall in Best States to Live

  🍌 Local Baseball Stars Train with Savannah Bananas, Earn Top Honors

 ⚾ Phillies - Fish

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Lucy the Elephant Secures $500K Grant for Interior Renovations

 Lucy the Elephant in Margate is set to undergo significant interior renovations thanks to a $500,000 grant secured by U.S. Senator Cory Booker. Originally named “Elephant Bazaar” when it was built in 1881, Lucy has survived numerous challenges over the years, including hurricanes, lightning strikes, demolition threats, and pandemics. For many, Lucy is as synonymous with the Jersey Shore as the Eiffel Tower is with Paris. The funds will be used to update the heating, air-conditioning, and fire suppression systems, as well as address other needed repairs. The renovations are expected to begin in late 2025, aligning with the construction of a new visitor center. Meanwhile, as we mentioned in a recent newsletter,  Ocean City’s Gillian’s Wonderland Pier is closing after 94 years.

 

New Jersey Secures Top Spot in Safety, Ranks Third Overall in Best States to Live

 New Jersey residents often have mixed feelings about their state, but one thing remains certain: those who live there take immense pride in calling it home. Now, there's official recognition to back that sentiment, as New Jersey has been named the third-best state to live in for 2024 by WalletHub. The Garden State scored strong performances in safety, education, health, and quality of life. The state is recognized for its low crime rates, high median income, and access to outdoor activities. However, it fared poorly in affordability due to its high cost of living and expensive housing market.

Local Baseball Stars Train with Savannah Bananas, Earn Top Honors

 Five young baseball players from Ocean County had the unique opportunity to hone their skills and learn the art of exhibition baseball this past week. These players, all members of the Stafford Hitmen travel baseball team, were among 900 talented athletes chosen to participate in an exclusive event in Cleveland, where they trained with the Savannah Bananas. The players, ranging from ages 9 to 10, earned notable accolades, including the Most Valuable Banana and Top Trickster awards. Adding to the excitement, Atlantic City's Kyshawn Wyman of Hit Nation Empire created a custom mix of baseball-themed music for the team, providing a special soundtrack as the boys entered the field.

Marlins' Offense Sparks 5-0 Victory Over Struggling Phillies

 Jake Burger homered for the fourth straight game, and Valente Bellozo pitched seven scoreless innings as the Miami Marlins secured a 5-0 win over the Philadelphia Phillies. The Marlins’ offense, powered by home runs from Burger and Jesus Sanchez, helped Miami even the season series with Philadelphia. Phillies starter Taijuan Walker struggled in his return from the injured list, and the Phillies' offense continued to sputter with just four hits.

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?

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Answer to the August 13th Trivia Question

Question: Which of the following is true about Cape May, New Jersey?

A) It was once home to the largest hotel in the world, which burned down before its completion.
B) Cape May is famous for producing diamonds that are sold locally.
C) The entire city is designated as a National Historic Landmark due to its Victorian architecture.
D) All of the above.

Answer: D) All of the above.

Cape May is known for its rich history, including the unfortunate burning of the Mount Vernon Hotel, which was designed to be the largest hotel in the world at the time. Additionally, the city is famous for "Cape May diamonds," which are quartz pebbles found on its beaches. The entire city is also designated as a National Historic Landmark, largely due to its well-preserved Victorian architecture​

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