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Christopher Gregor, a 31-year-old New Jersey father, is on trial for allegedly murdering his six-year-old son, Corey Micciolo, in 2021. According to reports, the trial took an emotional turn when Corey’s mother, Bre Micciolo, broke down in court while watching disturbing video footage of her son being forced to run on a treadmill at high speed and incline by Gregor. The footage, obtained from the Atlantic Heights Clubhouse fitness center, shows Gregor ignoring Corey’s repeated falls and increasing the machine’s difficulty settings. Tragically, Corey passed away a day after his father took him to the hospital with symptoms including seizures. An initial autopsy revealed blunt force injuries, cardiac and liver contusions, and sepsis as the cause of death. Gregor was initially arrested in July 2021 on child neglect charges and was later charged with Corey’s murder in March 2022. He is currently being held in jail without bond.

Marriage rates have increased in the US since the pandemic, but New Jersey continues to have low marriage rates, ranking fifth-worst in the country. Despite the rebound, the overall trend is a decline in marriage as adults wait longer to tie the knot. Nevada remains the state with the highest marriage rate, while New Jersey has experienced a significant decline since 2000. Factors such as busy schedules, career focus, and fear of divorce have contributed to the decline in marriage rates among young adults in New Jersey.

North Wildwood, New Jersey, has reached an agreement with Governor Phil Murphy for an emergency beach replenishment project to protect against storm surges and flooding. The project, to be carried out by the state Department of Transportation, will pump sand onto critically eroded shores. The mayor credits Murphy’s leadership in resolving the impasse, following years of legal battles over measures taken by the town to hold off erosion. The project is expected to be completed by July 4th, bringing relief to residents and beachgoers.

New Jersey athletes made a strong showing in the discus and shot put competitions at the national meet on Friday. Bergen Catholic’s Ben Shue earned top American honors in the discus, finishing second overall with a throw of 201-11. He initially posted a 192-6 to qualify for the finals.

A recent survey conducted by LawnStarter surveyed 3,000 respondents to determine when people in certain states find it acceptable to start drinking. The results showed that Wyoming residents are the earliest in the U.S. to start drinking, with noon being their preferred time. North Dakota and Montana residents can wait until 4:30 pm, while New Jersey residents prefer to wait until after their evening commute. During special occasions, 38% of respondents said they would start drinking earlier in the day, and 36% would find it acceptable to drink one to two hours earlier than usual. The survey also found that 60% of respondents would not drink alone before 5 pm, and almost half would confront a loved one if they noticed regular day drinking.

Beach erosion is a growing problem in New Jersey, with many towns facing major losses of sand and severe damage to their beaches. According to reports from NJ.com and FOX News 29 Philadelphia, the Jersey Shore is experiencing significant erosion problems. Towns such as Long Beach Township, Sea Isle City, and Point Pleasant Beach are in need of replenishment as we head into summer 2024.

Central Regional extended its winning streak to four games with an impressive 11-3 victory over Donovan Catholic. The Golden Eagles dominated the first three quarters, scoring all 11 of their goals before the Griffins managed to find the back of the net. Talianna Nardini and Elisabeth Ytreboe led the scoring for Central Regional with two goals each, while Emma Bianco contributed a goal and an assist. Morgan Schinder made 11 saves to secure the victory, while Gianna Rao scored two goals for Donovan Catholic.

Joe’s Crab Shack, a popular casual seafood chain, is closing its Deptford, New Jersey location. The final day of business will be May 26, 2023. The closure comes after a string of other Joe’s Crab Shack locations have closed nationwide in recent years due to declining sales.

New Jersey Representative Donald Payne Jr. (D-NJ) tragically lost his life on Wednesday due to complications from a heart attack. Payne, a prominent figure in Newark’s political landscape, had served in Congress for six terms, continuing a legacy initiated by his father, Donald Payne Sr., who became New Jersey’s first African American congressperson in 1988. During his time in Congress, Payne tirelessly championed healthcare access, particularly focusing on colorectal cancer screening and reducing amputation rates caused by peripheral arterial disease. He played a pivotal role in securing federal funding for the Gateway tunnel project and advocated for lead testing in school water systems to protect students’ health.

A Moorestown couple was convicted Wednesday of coercing two women who entered the country illegally to work for them by threatening to beat them and taking away their passports and visas. Bolaji Bolarinwa, 50, and Isiaka Bolarinwa, 67, were convicted of multiple counts of forced labor, alien harboring for financial gain, and document servitude.