Cape May County Herald

The Cape May County Herald is the main publication in the Herald family of community weekly newspapers. Since 1968, it has been providing news and information to both residents and visitors of Cape May County, New Jersey. The newspaper delivers detailed local news and events in both print and digital formats. Its online version also features a complete directory and guide for Cape May, along with local classified ads.

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Sea Isle Incumbent Ousted From City Council

16 hours ago | capemaycountyherald.com | Vince Conti

A newcomer to politics on Tuesday apparently ousted a two-term City Council incumbent in the first contested municipal election in Sea Isle City in more than a decade. Real estate professional Ian Ciseck has a 30-vote lead over incumbent J.B. Feeley, according to the unofficial vote tally. Ciseck was one of three candidates elected Tuesday, May 13, to three council seats. Former police Capt. Michael Jargowsky, another political newcomer, and incumbent Mary Tighe also won.
Dunes Plan on Hold, Awaiting Talks

1 day ago | capemaycountyherald.com | Christopher South

WILDWOODS – The lawsuit asking a judge to prevent Wildwood Crest from leaving the Five Mile Dune project remains on hold, pending whether the affected towns can reach agreement about it. The state Department of Environmental Protection sent a letter dated March 11 to the four municipalities involved in the $54 million project.
Stone Harbor Raises Sewer Rates $125

2 days ago | capemaycountyherald.com | Vince Conti

STONE HARBOR – The Borough Council has adopted an ordinance that adds a $125 fee to the quarterly base sewer rate for the remaining three quarters of 2025. The additional expense being passed on to ratepayers is required to accommodate a series of expense transfers from the general fund to the water and sewer utility as part of the borough’s 2025 budget process.
The Wrap: Election Season, Rebirth of Nuclear Energy, Data Centers

2 days ago | capemaycountyherald.com | Vince Conti

Get “The Wrap,” our take on the news of the week, in your inbox every Tuesday. Sign up at https://capemaycountyherald.com/newsletter-subscription. May 5 to 11 Election SeasonAccording to a Rutgers-Eagleton Poll, most New Jersey registered voters don’t know that a primary election for governor will occur on June 10. When asked in the April poll about the next statewide election, only 4% said June 10.
Crest Resident Charged With Killing Woman in Millville

3 days ago | capemaycountyherald.com | Christopher South

A Wildwood Crest man has been arrested and charged with shooting and killing a woman in a park in Millville late last year, according to the Cumberland County Prosecutor’s Office. Kirk E. Williams, 30, has been charged with murder, three weapons offenses and tampering with evidence in the killing of Teaoshia Still, 36. According to the Prosecutor’s Office, on Nov. 9, 2024, a jogger called Millville police after finding Still’s body in Waltman Park.
Truck Moving Equipment Breaks Through Boardwalk

3 days ago | capemaycountyherald.com | Christopher South

NORTH WILDWOOD – The city’s towing contractor was removing equipment from the boardwalk when the truck broke through the boards. A crane had to be used to lift the truck out of the hole it created. Mayor Patrick Rosenello said the driver “made a wrong turn and unfortunately went through the boardwalk” between 25th and 26th avenues. Rosenello said this is not the first time such a thing has happened. “We have had other incidents. It happens from time to time,” he said.
Utility Details Coming Cost Increases on Electricity Bills

3 days ago | capemaycountyherald.com | Vince Conti

If you are an Atlantic City Electric customer you probably received a recent communication concerning changes in your electricity bill. In the communication ACE says that there will be three changes to monthly bills beginning June 1. The first change, and by far the most significant, will be electricity supply rate increases. ACE notes that this is a pass-through expense for the cost of electricity that ACE purchases on your behalf.
Stone Harbor Appoints New Borough Clerk

3 days ago | capemaycountyherald.com | Vince Conti

STONE HARBOR – Following the departure of clerk Emily Dillon, who left the borough for another position in April, the council on May 6 appointed Jeanne Parkinson as the new clerk. She assumes her duties on May 19. Parkinson is currently the deputy clerk in Ocean City. Prior to that appointment she served for nine years as the clerk for the City of Millville in Cumberland County. She holds all required state certifications.
Only in 2nd Grade, and Already a Hit Author

4 days ago | capemaycountyherald.com | Collin Hall

CAPE MAY – Eva Bohn, a second grader at Cape May City Elementary School, turned her love of sharks and octopuses into a short picture book that has sold more than 400 copies. Eva wrote the words for her book, “The Story of the Shark,” in the minutes before and after school. Her mother, Tiffany Bohn, is a nurse at her school, which means a lot of office time waiting for Mom to finish up. Rather than spend time on a screen, Eva draws and writes to pass the minutes.
Project Aims to Improve 127 Miles of Coastline

5 days ago | capemaycountyherald.com | Vince Conti

Calling it a “sedimental” journey, the state Department of Transportation has announced a project to improve 127 miles of coastline through regional sediment management in the back bays.