Iconic Wildwood Crest Pier Set for Big Upgrade by 2027

Issue #532

December 01, 2025

In partnership with

The daily health habit you’ll actually stick with…

This time of year, it’s SO hard to stay in control of your health.

Holiday travel (and meals!), big family gatherings, dark and cold days, it’s easy to skip that workout, sleep in later than you should, or have just one more cookie.

That’s why you need a daily health habit that’s easy to stick with.

Meet AG1: With just one quick scoop every morning, you’ll get over 75 ingredients that help support your immune health, gut health, energy, and close nutrient gaps in your diet.

Right now is the best time to get started - with every new subscription, they are giving away $126 in free gifts for the holidays.

Give AG1 a try today and take control of your health this holiday season.

In This Cape May Local Scoop Issue…

 📆 Cape May Events

☀️ Cape May Local Weather

🎄Iconic Wildwood Crest Pier Set for Big Upgrade by 2027

🎡Wonderland Pier Site Sale on Hold as Ocean City Rethinks Hotel Plan

💨 Despite Local Impressions, Jersey Shore Is Less Windy Than Decades Ago

Cape May Local Scoop’s Events Are Sponsored By: The Cape May Holiday Guide

👇 Here’s what’s going on in the Cape May Local Area👇  

 December 1

Have an Upcoming Event?

The daily health habit you’ll actually stick with…

This time of year, it’s SO hard to stay healthy.

That’s why you need a daily habit that’s easy.

Meet AG1: With just one quick scoop, you’ll support your immune health, gut health, energy, and fill nutrient gaps.

Give AG1 a try today to unlock their best offer ever.

Iconic Wildwood Crest Pier Set for Big Upgrade by 2027

Wildwood Crest plans to extend its historic Heather Road fishing pier by 1,250 feet, more than doubling its length to over 2,000 feet. The $5 million project includes modern amenities such as seating, bike racks, lighting, and ADA access. Mayor Don Cabrera emphasizes the pier's historical importance and potential for community use and revenue. With about $4 million in grant funding already lined up, construction could begin as early as 2027. The expansion follows the suspension of a state beach project that previously threatened the pier's future.

Wonderland Pier Site Sale on Hold as Ocean City Rethinks Hotel Plan

 Eustace Mita, owner of the former Wonderland Pier site in Ocean City, has paused the property's sale amid renewed discussions over his $150 million hotel proposal. City Council may revisit the project on December 4 by voting on whether to designate the site as "in need of rehabilitation," a move that could revive the plan. Business leaders support the hotel for its economic benefits, while opponents, including the Save Wonderland group, propose an amusement-based redevelopment. Meanwhile, competing buyers have offered to build housing instead. The fate of the site hinges on Council’s upcoming decision.

 

Despite Local Impressions, Jersey Shore Is Less Windy Than Decades Ago

 Concerns about increasingly blustery days along the Jersey Shore have been swirling through local conversations in recent years. Residents from Cape May to Ventnor have noticed what they believe to be an uptick in wind, particularly since around 2021. But despite these observations, long-term weather data tells a different story—winds are actually on a downward trend.

At Atlantic City International Airport, a key site for regional weather tracking, the average wind speed for 2024 was 8.11 mph. That’s slightly up from 7.8 mph in 2023, but part of a long-term pattern of declining wind speeds. Over the past 30 years, average speeds have dipped from around 8.7 mph to 8.2 mph. Other regional airports show similar patterns. Since 1992, Cape May County Airport in Lower Township has maintained an average wind speed of about 8.2 mph. In Wall Township, the Monmouth County Executive Airport has also experienced a general decrease in windiness, with 2025 being the first year since 2018 to reach the long-term average of 8.4 mph.

As for the most extreme wind events, data since 2006 suggests only minor changes. High wind warnings—alerts for potentially damaging gusts—have slightly declined, averaging 4.5 per year compared to 4.7 in the early years of recordkeeping. On the other hand, wind advisories, which flag less dangerous but still noticeable wind, have increased marginally from 19.9 to 20.7 per year.

So why does it feel windier? The answer may lie in lifestyle changes. Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, people have spent more time outdoors—gardening, walking, enjoying beach days—and with that comes a heightened awareness of the elements. What feels like an uptick in wind may just be a reflection of us being outside to notice it more often.

What major environmental event is Cape May known for that draws attention from naturalists each year?

Login or Subscribe to participate in polls.

Answer to the November 30th Trivia Question

What is Cape May's population known to swell to during the peak summer season, compared to its small year-round population?

A) 10,000
B) 20,000
C) 40,000
D) 60,000

Answer: C) 40,000

While Cape May has a small year-round population of around 2,700, during the summer months, it attracts as many as 40,000 to 50,000 visitors, significantly increasing its population.

How Did We Do In This Issue?

Cape May Local Scoop Wants To Know Your Thoughts About Our Newsletter...

Login or Subscribe to participate in polls.