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Mind on medals

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WEBSTER — Maple Grove’s Ethan Verbosky had the junior year to remember at the New York State Public High School Athletic Association track and field championships, claiming the Class C title in both the 800 and 1,600 meters. Before he joins the University at Buffalo to compete in NCAA ...

Tarp Skunks top Red Wings 8-5

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GENEVA — Jamestown is finding the Perfect Game Collegiate Baseball League season to its liking so far in 2026. Behind eight shutout innings by two Tarp Skunks pitchers and a pair of hits by Tito Kiefer, Jamestown defeated Geneva 8-5 on Friday at McDonough Park. The win raised the Tarp ...

Fishing poles to bullseyes: WNY is alive

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As summer settles across Western New York, a remarkable week of outdoor events is unfolding that offers something for everyone — whether you're an experienced angler, a competitive archer, a conservation-minded family, or someone who simply hasn't found the time to get outside ...

Gerry prepares for 81st rodeo in August

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GERRY – As the Gerry Volunteer Fire Department heads toward its 81st consecutive pro rodeo in August, many people don’t realize that this rodeo is not just a small-town rodeo but is part of one of America’s major sporting groups – the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association, which ...

Bemus Point 3-on-3 scheduled for July 18-19

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On a summer weekend as he was growing up, it wasn’t unusual for Alex Grace to not only play in the Bemus Point 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament, but also to hang out at the village’s Lakeside Park to take in the action. “Watching the older groups — the Maceo Woffords of the world — they ...

USA cruises past Paraguay in World Cup opener

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INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Folarin Balogun scored twice in the Americans' historic three-goal first half, and the U.S. opened its first home World Cup in 32 years with its biggest win in the tournament, a dynamic 4-1 victory over Paraguay on Friday night. Christian Pulisic had an assist in a ...