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After the weekend storm, local roads were cleared, but a thick
layer of snow and ice blanketed the island. Walking on the snow
leaves no footprints, as it's frozen solid!
ICE, ICE, BABY! Like the
entire region, Avalon & Stone Harbor experienced significant
snowfall combined with cold air temperatures during Sunday's
storm. About six inches of snow fell, but the relatively
warm ocean water and warm air aloft prevented larger snow
accumulations, as onshore winds changed the powdery snow to
sleet, and then to rain. The frozen ground and frigid air
temperatures allowed for only minimal melting, however, before
everything froze into a three-inch layer of ice. Plowing
was more difficult but crews cleared and salted local roads;
shoveling was a challenge, requiring chipping through the heavy
layer of ice.
WITH
TEMPERATURES predicted to remain in the 20s during the
day, and in the teens overnight for the next several days, the
snow & ice will remain for a while. Above-freezing daytime
temperatures are not expected until early next week.
TAKE STEPS to protect your
home from frigid temperatures and frozen pipes. Here are
some things you can do:
-Close all foundation vents to
prevent frigid air from reaching pipes in the crawl space.
-Set your thermostat to 55 or 60 degrees.
-Turn on ceiling
fans to circulate warm air.
-For pipes on outside walls, open
cabinet doors to allow warm air to reach the pipes.
-Allow a
faucet to drip or trickle.
If unsure about protecting
your home and pipes during frigid weather, contact your builder
or plumber for advice.
AVALON & STONE HARBOR FIRE DEPARTMENTS responded to a
fire at a home located at 42nd Street & Dune Drive Monday night.
The blaze heavily damaged the home, and fire crews were on scene
for several hours. Retired newspaper photographer Kevin
Hoffman posted photos on Facebook:
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HARD TO BELIEVE, but
we're just 17 weekends away from Memorial Day! If you're
dreaming of warm, sunny days on the beach, now's the time to
book your 2026 vacation. Even better, why not make it
permanent? If you've dreamed of owning a shore condo,
building your own vacation home, or acquiring a rental property,
let's talk! Call or email me!
Cozy Concert Series: Jazz
Guitar Duo featuring Brian Betz. Stone Harbor Library,
Saturday, January 31st, 1pm to 2pm.
South Jersey Folklore: Exploring
the Supernatural in the Pine Barrens. Avalon Free Public
Library, Friday, February 6th, 2pm.
The Valentine's Express.
Enjoy a ride aboard a vintage rail car with that special
someone! Cape May Seashore Lines, Saturday & Sunday, February
7th & 8th. Read
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Galentine's at the Wine Bar.
Live
music, thoughtfully crafter cocktail menu and delectable small
bites. Join the Wine & Chocolate Tasting with Sommelier
Tyler for $25 per person. The Washington Inn, Thursday,
February 12th. Tickets for the Wine & Chocolate portion of
the evening are available now:
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Valentine's
Dinner at The Reeds at Shelter Haven. A romantic
dinner for two at SAX. Thursday-Sunday, February 12th to
15th, from 5pm.
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Valentine's Dining Experience at Icona Avalon. An
elegant Valentine"s Dinner in the Sea Glass Ballroom, featuring
live piano entertainment. Saturday, February 14th, 6pm to
8pm.
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Estate
Planning Discussion. Attorney Marianne Johnston
will discuss Estate and Long-Term Care Planning. Topics will
include protecting retirement plans, protecting children’s
inheritance through a Bloodline Trust, and protecting assets
from Nursing Homes and Medicaid. No registration required.
Avalon Free Public Library, Friday, February 27th, 2pm to 3pm.
The Fiddle Club Presents:
Irish Folk Music. Irish jigs, reels, hornpipes and ballads as
well as some classical music. Avalon Free Public Library,
Saturday, March 7th, 2pm.
Stone Harbor Shiver Polar Plunge
Weekend. Friday night pre-Shiver party, Saturday
parade and showdown. March 14th & 15th.
Stone Harbor Job Fair. Details
to follow. Saturday, April 11th.
The last sunset of 2025!
HAPPY NEW YEAR to
you and your family! Wishing you the very best in 2026!
CASHLESS TOLLS: The Atlantic
City Expressway tolls are now cashless. Motorists may pay
tolls via E-ZPass, or via toll-by-plate. New overhead toll
readers have been installed at 11 locations along the
Expressway, and the traditional toll plaza will eventually be
removed. Reducing congestion at the toll plaza is expected
to be a major benefit of the new cashless tolling system.
THE TOWNSEND'S INLET BRIDGE will
close during overnight hours beginning Monday, January 12th.
A contractor will be installing new pilings beneath the bridge
from 8pm to 5am, Monday through Thursday nights, as part of the
bridge fender replacement program. During the closures,
which are expected to last until January 26th, motorists may use
Route 9 or the Garden State Parkway when travelling between
Avalon and Sea Isle City.
254 FAMILIES TOOK THE PLUNGE IN 2025, buying their very
own shore property right here in our local marke! Market
activity has continued, and 26 more properties are currently
under contract for settlement in 2026.
IS THIS YOUR YEAR? If
you're ready to take the plunge yourself, let's talk!
Fishing & Boating Expo.
80,000 square feet of boats, vendors, seminars and gear.
Wildwoods Convention Center, Friday, January 9th (1-7pm);
Saturday, January 10th (9:30am-6pm); Sunday, January 11th
(9:30am-2pm)
Saving
Your Family Photos. Identify, preserve, and
interpret old photographs in your personal collection.
Avalon Free Public Library, Tuesday, January 13th, 6pm to 7pm;
or
register and attend
Winter Wine Dinner Series.
Enjoy a carefully curated four-course menu prepared by Chef
Mike, perfectly paired with exceptional wines. Cape May
Winery, Fridays, January 16th, February 20th, and March 20th,
6pm. Read More
Tech Topic: iPhone Basics. Avalon
Free Public Library, Wednesday, January 21st, 2pm to 3pm.
The Valentine's Express. Cape
May Seashore Lines, Saturday & Sunday, February 7th & 8th.
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Stone
Harbor Shiver Polar Plunge Weekend. Friday night
pre-Shiver party, Saturday parade and showdown. March
14th & 15th.
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