Gretta the Zebra Passes Away After Recent Birth at Cape May Zoo

Issue #399

July 20, 2025

In This Cape May Local Scoop Issue…

 📆 Cape May Events

☀️ Cape May Local Weather 

‍ 🦓 Gretta the Zebra Passes Away After Recent Birth at Cape May Zoo

🗲 New Jersey Joins Multi-State Effort to Overhaul PJM Energy Grid Oversight

🏫 Back-to-School Bargains Return to Wildwood Through August 12

 

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Gretta the Zebra Passes Away After Recent Birth at Cape May Zoo

 The Cape May County Zoo is grieving the loss of Gretta, a cherished member of its zebra herd who passed away following a tragic accident earlier this month. Gretta had recently been in the spotlight after giving birth to a foal with her mate, Ziggy. Zoo officials are now focused on ensuring the young zebra receives the proper care and attention in the wake of her mother's passing. However, on July 9, Gretta was seen running across the exhibit with the rest of the herd. During the sprint, she turned and kicked her hind legs into the air—an instinctive zebra behavior—but fell to the ground after landing and was unable to rise. Zoo staff responded within minutes, and veterinarians provided care throughout the afternoon and evening. Despite their efforts, Gretta later passed away. A necropsy revealed she had broken multiple vertebrae during the fall, resulting in full paralysis below the injury point. Cape May County officials expressed their sorrow, recognizing Gretta’s impact on visitors and praising the staff for their compassionate response.

New Jersey Joins Multi-State Effort to Overhaul PJM Energy Grid Oversight

New Jersey and eight other states are urging PJM Interconnection to implement board-level reforms, citing rising energy costs and grid reliability concerns. The governors want greater state influence in leadership decisions and have formed a coalition to push for transparency and accountability in PJM’s operations. With current leadership changes underway at PJM, the states see an opportunity to reshape how the grid operator serves its member regions. To address these issues, the governors proposed a bipartisan list of board candidates and are calling on PJM to allocate two board seats for individuals selected jointly by the participating states. Although final board appointments lie with PJM’s membership, the governors believe their involvement would enhance transparency and ensure better alignment with public interests. Stay tuned.

Back-to-School Bargains Return to Wildwood Through August 12

 Hard to believe we’re getting close to that time of year already. Shoppers looking to score big savings on back-to-school apparel will find plenty to browse at the annual Back-to-School Warehouse Clothing Sale, happening at the Wildwoods Convention Center from Thursday, July 31 through Tuesday, August 12. Offering discounts of up to 80%, the sale features a wide range of brand name items including T-shirts, hoodies, jeans, shorts, swimwear, footwear, pants, sweaters, dresses, skirts, outerwear, accessories, and more. The event runs daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., with shorter hours of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on its final day. Admission is free, and shoppers can expect new merchandise to be added daily. All major credit cards are accepted, and purchases are final. For more information, interested attendees can call 609-729-9000.

Which historic hotel in Cape May served as the "Summer White House" for President Benjamin Harrison?

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Answer to the July 19th Trivia Question

Which historic site in Cape May was recognized by the Travel Channel as one of the top 10 beaches in the United States in 2008?

A) Sunset Beach
B) Cape May Point State Park
C) Cape May Beach
D) Higbee Beach

Answer: C) Cape May Beach

In 2008, Cape May Beach was recognized by the Travel Channel as one of the top 10 beaches in the United States, highlighting its appeal as a premier seaside destination.

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