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Atlantic City Electric Commits to Tackling High Energy Costs with New Governor

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December 15, 2025

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In This Cape May Local Scoop Issue…

 📆 Cape May Events

☀️ Cape May Local Weather

🔌 Atlantic City Electric Commits to Tackling High Energy Costs with New Governor

🔴 'The Gateway' Set to Transform Vacant Lot Near Route 47 Bridge in Wildwood

🍴 NJ Bill Aims to Curb Plastic Waste by Limiting Disposable Utensils

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Atlantic City Electric Commits to Tackling High Energy Costs with New Governor 

Atlantic City Electric has expressed its readiness to collaborate with New Jersey’s incoming governor, Mikie Sherrill, as she prepares to tackle rising electricity costs across the state. The utility company voiced its support shortly after Sherrill, a four-term congresswoman, secured her victory and reiterated her campaign promise to address energy affordability.

In a recent news release, Atlantic City Electric congratulated Sherrill and emphasized its willingness to work alongside her administration on a range of initiatives aimed at long-term energy affordability. These include expanding community solar programs, investing in battery storage technologies, and exploring regulated generation — a model that would allow utility companies to produce more power locally.

The utility highlighted its ongoing efforts to support residents, pointing to a $4 million Customer Relief Fund launched in partnership with the nonprofit SHARES. The company stressed its deep roots in southern New Jersey and acknowledged the challenges many residents face, reaffirming its intention to be an active partner in reducing costs and expanding access to sustainable energy.

'The Gateway' Set to Transform Vacant Lot Near Route 47 Bridge in Wildwood

A major new development is coming to Wildwood, where city officials have approved plans for a 24-unit townhouse project in a prominent location near the entrance to the popular Jersey Shore destination. The development, named The Gateway, will be built on a long-vacant lot bordered by Rio Grande, Taylor, and Susquehanna avenues, just off the George Redding Route 47 bridge.

The project is set to transform the site into a modern residential hub featuring large, multi-level townhomes. Early renderings shared online suggest the homes will include colorful two-story designs elevated above garage spaces, blending a contemporary coastal aesthetic with practical living space.

The location serves as a visual gateway for visitors entering Wildwood, making the project one of the most high-profile new builds in the area. While the development has been approved, no official construction timeline has been announced. The Gateway is expected to contribute to the ongoing revitalization of Wildwood’s entrance corridor and may signal further investment in the city’s growing real estate market.

 

NJ Bill Aims to Curb Plastic Waste by Limiting Disposable Utensils

 Plastic forks, spoons, knives, and even sporks may soon become harder to find in New Jersey under a new legislative proposal aimed at cutting down on single-use plastic waste. Lawmakers in Trenton have introduced Assembly Bill A5157, a wide-ranging measure that would restrict how disposable utensils and condiment packets are distributed across the state.

Under the proposed law, food service businesses—from restaurants and cafés to food trucks, schools, and stadiums—would only be allowed to provide single-use utensils and condiments upon customer request. In addition, larger establishments with seating for 50 or more would be required to offer washable, reusable utensils for dine-in service.

Violations of the new rules would carry escalating fines, starting with a warning and increasing to $2,500 for a second offense and $5,000 for any subsequent violations. Each day a violation occurs would count separately. Local and county environmental agencies would be tasked with enforcement, and a portion of the fines collected would support the Clean Communities Program Fund.

If passed, the law would take effect seven months after enactment, making New Jersey one of the more aggressive states in reducing single-use plastic waste in food service settings.

What important mode of transportation, introduced in the 19th century, significantly boosted tourism to Cape May?

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Answer to the December 14th Trivia Question

Which Cape May event is popular among birdwatchers for observing migrating raptors and other bird species?

A) Cape May Jazz Festival
B) The Harbor Fest
C) Cape May Fall Migration Festival
D) Cape May Music Festival

Answer: C) Cape May Fall Migration Festival.

The Cape May Fall Migration Festival is a well-known event that attracts birdwatchers from all over the world. Cape May is one of the top birding spots in North America, especially during the fall migration season, when thousands of birds, including raptors, pass through the area.

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