$400M Replacement Coming for Aging Middle Thorofare Bridge in Cape May

Issue #402

July 24, 2025

In This Cape May Local Scoop Issue…

 📆 Cape May Events

☀️ Cape May Local Weather 

‍🏗️ $400M Replacement Coming for Aging Middle Thorofare Bridge in Cape May

 🔌 PJM Blamed for Rising Rates as New Capacity Prices Hit Legal Limit

🖌️🎨 Hand-Painted Legacy: Cape May Mourns the Loss of Artist Brian DeMusz

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$400M Replacement Coming for Aging Middle Thorofare Bridge in Cape May

 Cape May County is moving forward with a $400 million project to replace the deteriorating Middle Thorofare Bridge, a key link between Cape May and Wildwood Crest. The new fixed-span bridge will eliminate the need for drawbridge openings, improve boat and vehicle traffic flow, and raise adjacent roadways above FEMA flood standards While construction is still several years away—with a completion timeline estimated around 2030—the Middle Thorofare Bridge project signals a major step forward in addressing the broader challenge of aging infrastructure across Cape May County. At least three additional bridges along Ocean Drive are also slated for replacement, bringing the county’s total projected bridge investment close to $1 billion.

PJM Blamed for Rising Rates as New Capacity Prices Hit Legal Limit

PJM, the grid operator serving New Jersey and much of the Mid-Atlantic, has announced a 22% increase in capacity costs for the coming year, likely raising consumer electricity bills by 1.5% to 5%. The announcement follows a 20% utility rate hike in New Jersey this past June. The regional grid operator, which supplies electricity to 67 million people, has faced mounting scrutiny from state officials, particularly in New Jersey. Lawmakers have criticized the company for last year’s sudden spike, and in March, PJM executives told the New Jersey legislature that rising energy demand and constrained supply were key drivers of the cost surge. As reported earlier, Governor Phil Murphy has since accused PJM of market manipulation in a formal letter to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and joined nine other governors in demanding that the organization fill two open board seats with candidates of their choosing.

Hand-Painted Legacy: Cape May Mourns the Loss of Artist Brian DeMusz

 This one hits hard. Brian Marcus DeMusz of Erma passed away peacefully on July 20, 2025, surrounded by family. Born in Cape May Court House to John and Margaret DeMusz, Brian made a lasting impact on the community as a gifted artist and a beloved member of the Cape May area. His artistic talents were well known throughout the region, where his hand-painted signs and vibrant designs brought life to countless homes, businesses, and vehicles. From storefronts to trucks, Brian’s bold and distinctive style became part of Cape May’s visual identity. Nature was a constant source of inspiration for Brian. He felt most at peace outdoors, where his calm presence even seemed to attract wildlife. Those who knew him speak of a gentle spirit, a generous heart, and a creativity that left a lasting impression on everyone he met. To honor Brian’s love of nature and the beauty of the world around him, a graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, July 28, 2025, at Cold Spring Cemetery, 780 Seashore Road in Cold Spring.

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Answer to the July 23rd Trivia Question

Which famous Victorian house museum in Cape May is believed to be haunted and was featured in the 1981 slasher film The Prowler?

A) The Chalfont Hotel
B) The Carroll Villa
C) The Emlen Physick Estate
D) The John B. McCreary House

Answer: C) The Emlen Physick Estate

The Emlen Physick Estate is a Victorian house museum that has been featured in various media, including the 1981 slasher film The Prowler. It is believed to be haunted by the family of Dr. Emlen Physick

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