š± Could your family qualify for these new West Cape May homes?
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In today's newsletter:
- Could your family qualify for these new West Cape May homes?
- How Spiritās shutdown upends Cape May travelersā go-to Florida connection
- Why Cape May tops New Jerseyās list of must-see historic towns
Also on today's calendar: May 16 Downtown Cape May Walking Food Tour and 5 more events.
Today's riddle: Why is the mushroom always invited to the party? š¤ (Answer below!)
- Monday: Breezy in the morning; sunny, with a high of 67 and low of 58 degrees.
- Tuesday: Increasingly windy, temps: high: 71, low: 60.
- Wednesday: An afternoon t-storm; breezy, with a high of 65 and low of 55 degrees.
š° News we're reading
1. Affordable housing lottery opens for West Cape May 3-bedroom homes starting at $138K (nj.com subscription) ā If youāve dreamed of owning a home in West Cape May, Habitat for Humanity of Cape May County has opened a lottery for two new three-bedroom houses on Willow Avenue, with prices starting around $138,000. Income limits, sweat-equity requirements, and a 12ā18 month move-in timeline apply, and applications in English and Spanish are being accepted through June 8. 
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2. Spirit Airlines Shuts Down, Leaving Local Flyers Scrambling for Option... (capemaycountyherald.com) ā Spirit Airlinesā sudden shutdown is hitting Cape Mayāarea travelers who relied on frequent, affordable flights between Atlantic City and Florida, including residents who split time between Cape May and Fort Lauderdale. Locals are scrambling to rebook on carriers like Allegiant, while hundreds of airport workers and Spirit staff now face abrupt job losses and uncertainty. Ā Ā Ā
3. The 8 Most Historic Towns In New Jersey You Need To Explore (familydestinationsguide.com) ā Cape May gets a starring role here as New Jerseyās grand Victorian beach town, with its National Historic Landmark status, ornate mansions, trolley tours, lighthouse climbs, and Washington Street Mall. The piece also highlights seven other historic Jersey towns, but repeatedly emphasizes Cape Mayās preserved 1800s architecture, bed-and-breakfast culture, and walkable streets that feel like a step back in time. Ā Ā Ā
4. 3 New Jersey beach towns named America's most affordable (sojo1049.com) ā Cape May ranks among the nationās most affordable beach towns, with a median beach home price of about $693,000, placing it 39th on a new national list. The study compares Cape May with Atlantic City and Asbury Park, showing how the townās historic charm still comes at a relatively moderate price for Jersey Shore real estate. Ā Ā Ā
šø Around Cape May
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Upcoming Events in
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ā Featured events ā
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2026 Jersey Cape Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival ā
Historic Cold Spring Village, 735 Seashore Rd, Cape May
10:00 am
Saturday May 9
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Other local events
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Human Services Advisory Council (HSAC) Meeting ā
Cape May County, NJ Calendar
2:00 pm -
Live Music at Willow Creek Winery with Justin Megaro
Willow Creek Winery, 168 Stevens St, WCM
4:00 pm -
The Westminster Choir
Episcopal Church of the Advent, 612 Franklin Street, Cape May
7:00 pm -
Harborside Sketch & Observation Workshop
Nature Center of Cape May, 1600 Delaware Avenue, Cape May
5:00 am -
Motherās Day Brunch at Willow Creek Winery
Willow Creek Winery, 168 Stevens St, WCM
9:00 am -
Mental Health, Alcohol, and Drug Abuse Board (MHADA) ā
Cape May County, NJ Calendar
5:00 pm -
May 16 Downtown Cape May Walking Food Tour ā
The Inn of Cape May, 7 Ocean St, Cape May
11:00 am
Wednesday May 6
Friday May 8
Saturday May 9
Sunday May 10
Tuesday May 12
Saturday May 16
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š Events Nearby
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Back Bay Birding by Boat on the Osprey ā
Miss Chris Marina ā The Osprey, 1212 Wilson Dr, Cape May
10:00 am -
Feasting On History Gala ā
Historic Cold Spring Village, 735 Seashore Rd, Cape May
6:00 pm -
Live Music at Willow Creek Winery with Justin Megaro
Willow Creek Winery, 168 Stevens St, WCM
4:00 pm -
Joey T & Lori
Greater Wildwood Elks Lodge #1896, 109 West 1st Avenue, North Wildwood
6:00 pm
Monday May 4
Tuesday May 5
Friday May 8
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š¬ Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Looking for something to do today?
May is ideal for exploring local yard sales and flea markets. You never know what youāll find. Since Iām seeing lots of yard sale posts this morning,ā¦ (Nextdoor Downtown Cape May) - Hi neighbors ā I live on Sixth Ave and am having a tough time finding reliable internet service.
I currently have Verizon (even added a second box), but streaming on our TVs is still pretty inconsistent. Would love to hear whatās working wellā¦ (Nextdoor West Cape May)
- Genesis Healthcare posted a job opening for Paid Nurse Aide Training in Cape May. Apply here.
- Bumble Bee Seafoods posted a job opening for Master Mechanic in Cape May. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Cape May here.
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: He is a fungi (Thank you Liz N. for sending it in!)
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