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Cape May-Lewes Ferry celebrates 60 years
NORTH CAPE MAY, N.J. (CBS) — The Cape May-Lewes Ferry is marking a big birthday this year — 60 years."Our first crossing was on July 1, 1964, and as a little aside, the very first vehicle aboard was a Mustang, and it was also the first year for the Mustang, so we're the exact same age as the Ford Mustang," Terry Anstead, customer service manager with Delaware River Bay Authority, said.During the summer, the ferry averages 600 to 800 passengers daily and upwards of 100 vehicles. From cars to tractor-trailers, the ferry welcomes anything "highway legal."The first crossings begin at...
Bridgeton tops Lower Cape May for 1st win in three years - Football recap
Bridgeton earned its first win in more than three years with a 12-3 victory over Lower Cape May in Bridgeton. Jeremiah Russell’s 11-yard touchdown run late in the third quarter assured a season-opening win for Bridgeton (1-0), which last won in November 2021 when it beat Vineland 20-0.
Cedar Grove wraps up business trip with big win vs. Schalick in Battle at the Beach
Rob Gogerty wanted to give his team more of an overall experience leading into its season opener. Instead of getting up early to make the 2 1/2-hour drive, getting off the bus and playing a game, Cedar Grove arrived Wednesday in preparation for its Battle at the Beach contest against Schalick.
A $5 Bet Turned Into One Million Dollars For One Lucky New Jersey Poker Player
Do you enjoy the fun and excitement of the Casino floor, the flashing lights, and the sounds of excitement as people play for their next big win?. The most gambling I do is the occasional slot game when I see a show at Bet Parx or in AC and a little sports betting during football season.
Tolls increase on 4 bridges between Pennsylvania and New Jersey
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Toll increases on four major bridges connecting Pennsylvania and New Jersey are officially in effect as of Sunday, Sept. 1.Earlier this summer, the Delaware River Port Authority approved a toll increase tied to the Consumer Price Index that was initially scheduled to go into effect on Aug. 1, and increase tolls from $5 to $6.50 for passenger vehicles.Then in July, the DRPA unanimously voted to instead increase tolls from $5 to $6 and pushed back the toll hike by one month to September 1.The higher tolls are now in effect on the Benjamin Franklin Bridge, Walt Whitman...
NJ beach weather and waves: Jersey Shore Report for Sun 9/1
8 - 11 knots (Gust 14 knots) TODAY: SW winds around 10 kt. Seas 2 to 3 ft. Wave Detail: SE 2 ft at 5 seconds and E 2 ft at 9 seconds. A chance of showers and tstms. TONIGHT: SW winds around 10 kt, becoming NW with gusts up to 20 kt after midnight. Seas 2 to 3 ft. Wave Detail: NW 2 ft at 3 seconds and SE 2 ft at 6 seconds. A chance of showers and tstms in the evening.
New Jersey Drivers Think This Is Our Area’s Most Dreaded Road
The easy answer to the question of which road in Monmouth and Ocean Counties is ‘all of them’, but we dug a little deeper. You can make a compelling argument for at least a dozen roads in our area that could proudly hold this title. And frankly, each...
Rutgers President Jonathan Holloway calls for external investigation into gymnastics program
A day after New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy called allegations made by former Rutgers gymnasts against head coach Umme Salim-Beasley “really ugly and very disturbing,” University President Jonathan Holloway called for an external investigation into the program. The external probe comes as the university conducts an internal investigation...
New Jersey’s Biggest Halloween Party Set to Return
It's billed as the Northeast’s Largest Halloween Party. Fright Fest Extreme is returning to Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson. This promises to be the biggest one yet. Fright Fest Extreme will debut on September 13th, which not coincidently is a Friday night. The event will be open weekends and some weeknights until November 3.
Longtime sewing teacher fears she'll have to close shop due to rising rent
CHERRY HILL, N.J. (CBS) — As we close out Black Business Month, CBS News Philadelphia is highlighting a small business built on a lifelong passion. That's how it all started for one South Jersey woman teaching the next generation how to sew. Now, Tish Carter fears she'll have to close her shop due to the rising cost of rent.This past July, at a summer camp in Cherry Hill, about a dozen young girls between the ages of 5 and 13 gathered around Ms. Tish to learn how to make clothes. The theme of the week-long camp was "nature" and each...
Hatboro police place two on Montgomery County’s Most Wanted list
The Hatboro Police Department has placed the following individuals on Montgomery County’s Most Wanted list:. Matthew Brumbaugh (above left) Brumbaugh, 37, has been charged with strangulation, terroristic threats, and assault. According to the Hatboro police, officers were dispatched to a location on Continental Road for the report of a...
Dooney’s Pub replacing Tilton Inn in EHT, NJ
As we speculated about back on July 26, the Tilton Inn in Egg Harbor Township will now be an Irish Pub called Dooney’s Pub, which also has locations in Delran and Voorhees. I have heard from multiple sources that a new Irish Pub will be moving into the building, and I have gotten confirmation that the new buyer will keep operating the property as a restaurant.
Middle Thorofare Bridge reopens in Lower Township after being hit by boat
The Middle Thorofare Bridge in Lower Township, New Jersey, was shut down Friday night after it was hit by a boat, according to police. Witnesses say a boat struck the bridge around 9:30 p.m. One man was waiting to cross over from the Cape May side when he says it looked like the boat lost power and then struck the bridge.
Rescheduled Frankie Valli Tribute Show Comes to Doylestown Wednesday Night
DOYLESTOWN, PA—The Frankie Valli tribute show scheduled for early August will come to town this week (weather permitting), bringing tight harmonies and lots of choreographed dance moves to Doylestown’s summer music series on Wednesday night. The band Lights Out will play songs from Valli’s solo career and his time with the Four Seasons, as well as other music from that time period. Expect to hear songs like “Sherry,” “Walk Like a Man,” “My Eyes Adored You,” “Who Loves You,” and more at the show that was originally scheduled for Aug. 7.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE...
Montgomery County Visitors React to New Ocean City Rules for Teens
Following Memorial Day weekend, Ocean City is implementing new rules aimed at reining in rowdy teens, but some visitors find them too strict. Following a Memorial Day weekend of chaos, Ocean City officials have decided to implement new rules aimed at reining in rowdy teens, and some Montgomery County visitors think they are being too strict, writes Chris O’Connell for Fox 29 Philadelphia.
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