The JACKSON Times Vol. 21 - No. 7
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Photos by Bob Vosseller A UH-60M Black Hawk helicopter provided by the Army National Guard from Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst was a big draw during Jackson’s Military Appreciation Day. By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – Veterans were honored during the recently held Military Appreciation Day hosted by the Knights of Columbus. The event kicked off at noon on the grounds and inside the Knights headquarters at the Howell-Jackson Columbian Club at 401 Bartley Road The event also involved the support of the Jackson Police Department, Jackson VFW, Jackson American Legion, Amvets, Disabled American Veterans, and Jackson Town-
ship’s Mayor’s office. Among the attractions present were a helicopter display, cornhole tournaments, toucha-truck, face painting, arts and crafts, a live band, and food. A beardless Uncle Sam was also part of the fun. The purpose behind the event was to honor those who have served in the military. Veterans were admitted free and they received a complimentary meal. All proceeds from the event supported the “Send a Hero Home for the Holidays” program.
Photo by Bob Vosseller The Jackson Township Spray Park, a popular attraction for cooling off from the summer heat is located near the Justice Complex.
Jeffrey Kowaleski proudly holds up the American flag. Also involved were members of Jackson Fire Station 55 were out with their fire truck to pull some safety duty for the military helicopter that was on display nearby. Firefighter Frank Hruschka said, “we’re here today because of the landing zone.” Fire Chief Carl A. Halpin Jr. was (Military - See Page 4)
Treadmill Dad Gets 25 Years In Death Of Son
Photo courtesy Asbury Park Press Christopher Gregor was sentenced to 25 years in prison.
By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – “A picture is worth a thousand words, but that video is worth 10,000 words,” Judge Guy Ryan said as he sentenced Christopher Gregor for aggravated manslaughter and endangering the welfare of his own son. The video of Gregor putting his son, Corey Micciolo, 6, on a treadmill and speeding it up so the boy fell off multiple times – and then biting
the boy’s head - has become infamous and leant weight to the sentencing, the judge said. However, the charge of endangering only received a sentence of 5 years. The treadmill incident, which took place on March 20, 2021, did not contribute to the death from blunt force impact to the chest and abdomen on April 2, 2021. The exact cause of these injuries might never be (Sentencing - See Page 5)
By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – Township officials updated the public on park project plans, the status of courtesy busing in the school district and noted the loss of a young resident during a recent Township Council meeting. Johnson and Wood Lane parks have been finalized with color schemes that have approved by
the township, Council President Jennifer Kuhn re por ted du r i ng t hat meeting. Plans will be finalized for another of the township’s park this month she added. “We do not have a start date but everything has been ordered to the company for delivery,” She noted that the Department of Public (Park - See Page 5)
Ciba’s Sins: Then And Now By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – As a nonprofit group prepares to fight a court battle regarding environmental damages, they looked back on what caused this problem. For decades, a company known locally as Ciba-Geigy dumped unknown tonnage of toxic waste in the river and groundwater, actions that
some say has resulted in a local cancer cluster – although no direct link can be proven. Ed Vienckowski, board chair of Save Barnegat Bay, called the Ciba land an “environmental crime scene” during the group’s recent meeting which took place at the Lavallette First Aid Squad building. Some people back then knew (Ciba - See Page 4)
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