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News from May 2024

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Ocean County in week ending May 11?

By Ocean County Leader | May 14, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Ocean County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 11, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest premium gas in cities across Ocean County in week ending May 11

By Ocean County Leader | May 13, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Ocean County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 11, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Ocean County in week ending May 11?

By Ocean County Leader | May 12, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Ocean County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 11, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former Ocean County Leader area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon May 13?

By Ocean County Leader | May 12, 2024

This former Ocean County Leader area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon May 13.

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Ocean County Leader area weekly mass times

By Ocean County Leader | May 11, 2024

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

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Cheapest diesel in cities across Ocean County in week ending May 4

By Ocean County Leader | May 10, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Ocean County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 4, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Rep. Smith urges Biden to resume critical support for Israel

By Ocean County Leader | May 9, 2024

Representative Chris Smith (R-NJ), Co-Chair of the Israel Allies Caucus, has urged President Biden to cease withholding vital support for Israel. He emphasized that this crucial aid is necessary for the US ally to protect itself from Hamas and its state sponsors.

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Kaitlynn Colangelo, former Toms River East High School softball player will compete with her collegiate team for the NCAA D2 Softball Championship

By Ocean County Leader | May 8, 2024

Her team enters the tournament as a number one seed.

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Morgan Slomkowski, former Toms River East High School softball player will compete with her collegiate team for the NCAA D2 Softball Championship

By Ocean County Leader | May 8, 2024

First game takes place on Thursday, May 9.

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Naya Darnowski, former Manchester Township High School softball player will compete with her collegiate team for the NCAA D2 Softball Championship

By Ocean County Leader | May 8, 2024

They open the tournament against Shippensburg Raiders.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Ocean County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending May 4

By Ocean County Leader | May 7, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Ocean County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 4, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Brazilian Government's Actions Spark Concerns Over Democracy and Human Rights

By Ocean County Leader | May 7, 2024

At a congressional hearing chaired by Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ) today, two renowned journalists and a top tech executive shared extensive evidence of widespread censorship and persecution in Brazil used to stifle opposition to President Lula, raising alarming concerns over the future of democracy and rule of law in the largest country in Latin America.

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Smith announces 2024 Congressional Art Competition winners

By Ocean County Leader | May 7, 2024

The winners of the 2024 Fourth Congressional District Art Competition were announced by Rep. Chris Smith (R-Manchester) at a weekend award ceremony held at Robert Wood Johnson Barnabas Medical Center in Toms River.

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Rep. Chris Smith Requests Information from IACHR on Human Rights Violations in Brazil

By Ocean County Leader | May 6, 2024

Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ) has reached out to the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR) ahead of a congressional hearing to address serious allegations of human rights violations in Brazil. In a letter addressed to IACHR President Roberta Clarke and the Special Rapporteur for Freedom of Expression Pedro José Vaca Villarreal, Smith highlighted the need for information regarding the alleged violations.“The Subcommittee has been informed of serious allegations of human rights violations committed by Brazilian officials on a large scale,” Smith wrote, emphasizing the...

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Rep. Chris Smith Expresses Concerns Over Rutgers' Response to Antisemitism Protests

By Ocean County Leader | May 6, 2024

Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ) expressed his concerns over Rutgers University's recent actions in response to antisemitic protests on its New Brunswick campus. In a phone call with Rutgers President Jonathan Holloway, Smith stated, "While we had a productive conversation, I continue to have deep concerns about Rutgers’ recent action given their egregious history of antisemitism and its failure to protect Jewish students."Smith also mentioned that he looks forward to further engagement with President Holloway, especially when Holloway testifies before Congress later this month....

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Which former Ocean County Leader area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon May 6?

By Ocean County Leader | May 5, 2024

This former Ocean County Leader area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon May 6.

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Ocean County Leader area weekly mass times

By Ocean County Leader | May 4, 2024

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

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Cheapest premium gas in cities across Ocean County in week ending Apr. 27

By Ocean County Leader | May 3, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Ocean County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Rep. Chris Smith Criticizes Rutgers University for Response to Protesters' Demands

By Ocean County Leader | May 3, 2024

In response to Rutgers University's handling of the demands made by protesters, Rep. Chris Smith (R-Manchester) has strongly criticized the institution for potentially capitulating to antisemitic, anti-Israel, pro-Hamas sentiments. Smith questioned whether the university's response to the protesters' demands amounted to appeasement.Smith expressed his dismay, stating, “Any capitulation whatsoever to antisemitic, anti-Israel, pro-Hamas protesters is absolutely disgraceful.” He further emphasized the importance of combating antisemitic threats on campus rather than...

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Liberian President Boakai Signs Executive Order to Establish War Crimes & Economic Crimes Court

By Ocean County Leader | May 2, 2024

U.S. Congressman Chris Smith, Chair of the House Subcommittee on Global Health, Global Human Rights, and International Organizations, praised Liberian President Boakai's recent decision to establish the War Crimes and Economic Crimes Court in Liberia. In a statement, Congressman Smith expressed his support for the executive order, stating, "President Boakai’s signing of the Executive Order to establish the Office of War Crimes and Economic Crimes Court is a welcomed and momentous step in redressing the wounds of the country’s civil wars."He further emphasized the...