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Lawmakers urge compliance with federal law on congressional health plan subsidies

By Ocean County Leader | Oct 9, 2024

In a recent letter addressed to the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM), more than two dozen Members of Congress have raised concerns about the agency's compliance with federal law regarding congressional health plans and abortion coverage. The group, led by Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ), Rep. Eric Burlison (R-MO), and Sen. Mike Lee (R-UT), claims that OPM is violating the Smith Amendment, which prohibits these plans from subsidizing elective abortions.

Sea Girt rally opposes offshore wind turbines amid safety concerns

By Ocean County Leader | Oct 8, 2024

Nearly 500 individuals gathered in Sea Girt on Sunday to protest against the proposed installation of wind turbines off the Jersey Shore. The protest coincided with Governor Phil Murphy's visit to the National Guard Training Center in Sea Girt for an annual military review. Protest organizers, aware of Murphy's presence, aimed to make their opposition visible, though he did not address the crowd.

Ocean County assists seniors with Medicare choices during open enrollment

By Ocean County Leader | Oct 8, 2024

Ocean County is providing assistance to seniors in choosing Medicare options as open enrollment approaches. Barbara Jo Crea, Director of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners and liaison to the Ocean County Office of Senior Services, highlighted the confusion caused by excessive information and misinformation surrounding Medicare plans. "There is so much information and also misinformation out there when it comes to signing up for a Medicare plan that it often creates more confusion than help for our seniors," she stated.

Residents rally against offshore wind projects in New Jersey

By Ocean County Leader | Oct 7, 2024

On Sunday morning, approximately 500 residents from Sea Girt, Manasquan, Wall Township, and Howell gathered to protest offshore wind projects and power cables planned to run through their towns. The rally was organized by the nonprofit group Stop The High-Risk Power Cables to raise awareness about the potential impact of these transmission lines on local communities and to draw the attention of Governor Phil Murphy.

Representative calls for US sanctions against Sudanese leaders after UN meeting

By Ocean County Leader | Oct 7, 2024

In response to the recent meeting between Sudanese warlord Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres in New York, Representative Chris Smith has urged the Biden-Harris Administration to impose sanctions on the leaders of both the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Smith, a Republican from New Jersey, is calling for these measures due to what he describes as "gross violations of internationally recognized human rights."

Rep. Chris Smith calls for continued support for Israel against Hamas

By Ocean County Leader | Oct 7, 2024

Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ), a senior member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee and Co-Chair of the Israel Allies Caucus, released a statement marking the anniversary of Hamas' attack on Israel.

1 gas station in cities throughout Ocean County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Sept. 28

By Ocean County Leader | Oct 6, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Ocean County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Which former Ocean County Leader area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 7?

By Ocean County Leader | Oct 6, 2024

These former Ocean County Leader area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 7.

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Ocean County Leader area weekly mass times

By Ocean County Leader | Oct 5, 2024

The following parishes in the Ocean County Leader coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Ocean County in week ending Sept. 28

By Ocean County Leader | Oct 4, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Ocean County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Spring Lake residents oppose Verizon's plan for 5G towers along shoreline

By Ocean County Leader | Oct 4, 2024

As Verizon proceeds with its 5G upgrades along the Jersey Shore, Spring Lake residents are expressing strong opposition to the company's plans to install 5G towers along Ocean Avenue. Laura Demeo, a long-time resident of Spring Lake, voiced her concerns about Verizon's influence in the town. "Verizon is a big company. They have a lot of money, a lot of power. I feel like they are bullying their way into our town," she stated.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Ocean County in week ending Sept. 28?

By Ocean County Leader | Oct 2, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Ocean County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Ocean County in week ending Sept. 28?

By Ocean County Leader | Oct 2, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Ocean County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Legislation introduced by US lawmakers aims to halt funding for Brazilian anti-free-speech initiatives

By Ocean County Leader | Oct 1, 2024

On the heels of a recent report documenting Biden-Harris Administration support for censorship in Brazil, Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ), Chair of the House Global Human Rights Subcommittee, has introduced legislation to stop U.S. taxpayer funds from flowing to progressive non-governmental organizations (NGOs) that are promoting Brazil’s escalating crackdown on free speech.

Rep. Chris Smith calls for solidarity with Israel after Iranian missile attack

By Ocean County Leader | Oct 1, 2024

Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ), a senior member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee and Co-Chair of the Israel Allies Caucus, has released a statement following an Iranian missile attack on Israel.

Rep. Chris Smith criticizes approval of Atlantic Shores South offshore wind project

By Ocean County Leader | Oct 1, 2024

Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ) issued a statement in response to the Biden-Harris Administration’s approval of the construction and operations plan for the Atlantic Shores South offshore wind proposal.

Rep. Chris Smith criticizes UNRWA over alleged ties to terrorism

By Ocean County Leader | Sep 30, 2024

In response to confirmed reports that Hamas' top leader in Lebanon, Fateh al-Sharif, was also employed by the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ) issued a statement highlighting his concerns about the agency. Al-Sharif was killed in an airstrike on Monday.

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Lawmakers urge compliance with federal law on congressional health plan subsidies

Sea Girt rally opposes offshore wind turbines amid safety concerns

Ocean County assists seniors with Medicare choices during open enrollment

Residents rally against offshore wind projects in New Jersey

Representative calls for US sanctions against Sudanese leaders after UN meeting

Rep. Chris Smith calls for continued support for Israel against Hamas

1 gas station in cities throughout Ocean County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Sept. 28

Which former Ocean County Leader area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 7?

Ocean County Leader area weekly mass times

Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Ocean County in week ending Sept. 28

Spring Lake residents oppose Verizon's plan for 5G towers along shoreline

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Ocean County in week ending Sept. 28?

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Ocean County in week ending Sept. 28?

Legislation introduced by US lawmakers aims to halt funding for Brazilian anti-free-speech initiatives

Rep. Chris Smith calls for solidarity with Israel after Iranian missile attack

Rep. Chris Smith criticizes approval of Atlantic Shores South offshore wind project

Rep. Chris Smith criticizes UNRWA over alleged ties to terrorism

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Ocean County in week ending Sept. 21?

Which former Ocean County Leader area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 30?

Ocean County Leader area weekly mass times

Congressman Smith praises peaceful transition after Somaliland's presidential election

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