It’s June, which means it’s time for our annual roundup of business changes in Cape May over the past twelve months. As it happens every year, we are saying goodbye to a few long-time businesses and welcoming new faces to town. I won’t bore you with a big lead-in, so let’s get to it. (As… Read more »
Category: Around Town
A look inside the new jewelry store Trinkets on Carpenters Lane
Located on Carpenter’s Lane right next to the Cape May Peanut Butter Company, Trinkets Contemporary Jewelry Design and Repair is a trendy new jewelry store that is sure to be a hot spot this summer. Husband and wife owners Sherry and Paul McCord are loving this space, and have been in the jewelry business for… Read more »
What to do Easter weekend in Cape May
Our spring weather so far in Cape May has been a back and forth battle between chilling winds, low temperatures and the occasional temporary sunshine and warmth. While the weather may still be a bit unpredictable, we have some solid plans to help you have a great Easter weekend with your family! Easter Weekend Events… Read more »
Valentine’s Day 2019
With the new year in full swing, we are quickly approaching that romantic time of the year everyone loves: Valentine’s Day. Rose petals, rich wines, and chocolate treats after an exquisite dinner with a loved one are just a few of the highlights. So, you take care of the flowers and the chocolate treats, we… Read more »
Quirk & Co. relocates to the Washington Street Mall
We are well into the holiday shopping season. Some of you might be done with your gift shopping – very impressive! Others may just be getting started. Not to worry. Down in Cape May, there is an endless supply of gift ideas for family, friends, or that special someone. Quirk & Co. is a shop… Read more »
The Inn of Cape May goes gray
The Inn of Cape May has gone gray. The circa 1894 beachfront hotel has been white for years, but she’s now dressed up in a subtle gray color and new black accents on peaks and around windows. And since painting a five-story hotel isn’t exactly a weekend-warrior project, we asked manager Beth Eastman for the… Read more »
New and Relocated Shops
With the final days of summer behind us, there are two new and exciting things we wanted to fill you in on. The first is that in Washington Commons, we are welcoming a new retail location called Modern Daisy which has taken the place of Cape May Gourmet. Modern Daisy’s official grand opening took place… Read more »
Two new hotels coming to Cape May in 2019
Another summer season has come to a close and change is already upon us, but exciting things are in store for 2019. The Cape Winds Motel on Lafayette closed its doors this month and will undergo a total renovation over the winter, reopening next summer as the surf-inspired Boarding House. Philadelphia firm DAS Architects is… Read more »
Who’s New, Who’s Moved, Who’s Gone: 2018 Edition
It feels like 2018 just got started, but somehow it’s already June, and you know what that means. There have been a lot of changes in town over the past year, so let’s dive right into our 14th annual roundup of who’s new, who’s moved, and who’s gone.
Victorian Towers gets a little TLC
Victorian Towers, at the corner of Washington and Ocean streets, is receiving some TLC! In addition to new windows, the building is being re-sided with new trim. Victorian Towers was constructed as part of the $3.2 million, 77-acre Victorian Village Urban Renewal Project approved in 1965. Over 100 properties were demolished in order to create… Read more »
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