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Lima Bean Festival 2011

West Cape May celebrated her farming heritage with the Annual Lima Bean Festival in Wilbraham Park on October 8. The lowly legume took center stage and delighted locals and visitors alike with her vast array of recipes, crafts and products.  

Oktoberfest 2011

When the temperature goes from 90 degrees to 60 degrees in 24 hours – you know it is a sign that the Oktoberfest is going to be well attended and everyone clamoring for wurst, kraut and beer. And that is exactly what happened. As an added bonus, the Oom Pah Pah Band played and our… Read more »

Chowda’ Chat

Chowder may be my favorite type of fall soup. Rich and hearty, chowder can be enjoyed as a soup or a meal unto itself. What constitutes chowder is often debated.

Apples are in season

Trees laden with glossy red apples are a beautiful sight in orchards along country roads throughout southern New Jersey. Stands are heaped high with baskets of apples and customers flock to buy and taste those first crispy, juicy delicious apples of the season. Apples have come a long way from the sour, little fruits on… Read more »

Ghosts Still Touring Cape May

The Ghosts of the Lighthouse Trolley Tour continues this weekend. Board a MAC trolley and dare to take an evening tour down the ghostly path that leads to the Cape May Lighthouse. You’ll hear and experience Craig McManus’ paranormal findings during your journey. Once you reach your destination, you’ll feel the presence of the spirits… Read more »

Annual Mutt Strut

The Annual Mutt Strut was held on the Promenade Saturday, Sept. 17. Proceeds from the event go toward Animal Outreach of Cape May County, Inc. If you see your Mutt at the Strut, let us know so we can put a name to his/her mug.

Cape May Remembers 9/11 Tenth Anniversary

Although storm clouds threatened and eventually brought the event to a sudden halt, Cape May City’s 9/11 10th Anniversary Remembrance completed its ceremony with, as Cape May Mayor Edward Mahaney remarked, a much larger than usual crowd in attendance. The event included music from the Cape Harmonaires as well as remarks from Mayor Mahaney, West… Read more »