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It’s Howl-o-Ween!! Give Your Dogs a Paw-ty

Posted on October 1, 2011 by Linda Steenrod - The Four-Legged Tourist

A doggie howl-o-ween paw-ty can be so much fun for you and your dog(s) as long as you plan ahead and plan for safety.

Chowda’ Chat

Posted on October 1, 2011 by Jon Davies - The Persnickety Chef

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

Posted on October 1, 2011 by Lorraine Kiefer - Gardening

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

Posted on September 28, 2011 by Susan Tischler - This is 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 »

Beach Theatre Demolition Begins

Posted on September 26, 2011 by Jessica Leeburg - Cape May, History, Look at This

The City of Cape May issued a demolition permit for the Beach Theatre this morning. Demolition began this afternoon. The theatre stood on Cape May’s beachfront since September 1950, when it opened with Father of the Bride.

Annual Mutt Strut

Posted on September 21, 2011 by Jessica Leeburg - Look at This

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. [nggallery id=104]

Progress continues on Convention Hall

Posted on September 20, 2011 by Jessica Leeburg - Around Town, Cape May

Cape May’s new Convention Hall is beginning to shape up. City Manager Bruce MacLeod says the project is on target for its May 2012 opening.

Cape May Remembers 9/11 Tenth Anniversary

Posted on September 14, 2011 by Jessica Leeburg - Look at This

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 »

Best of Cape May 2011 Results

Posted on September 1, 2011 by Jessica Leeburg - Best of Cape May

Every year for seven years, we’ve asked our readers for their opinions on everything Cape May has to offer, from the best restaurants to the best place to grab a martini, and everything in between. Here are this year’s winners and runners up: Best Bed & Breakfast: The Queen Victoria Runner Up: The Carroll Villa… Read more »

In Pictures: After Irene

Posted on September 1, 2011 by Jessica Leeburg - History, Local Interest, Look at This

Cape May was spared the destruction that Hurricane Irene caused other communities along the East Coast. We have received many phone calls, e-mails, and Facebook inquiries from people all over the country wondering what Cape May’s beaches look like post-hurricane. Well, see for yourself! [nggallery id=102]