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JAMESTOWN — Host teams historically have not done well against the regional champions in the Babe Ruth World Series. In recent editions that have been hosted at Diethrick Park the local talent has fared much better, even reaching the quarterfinals in 2021. On Wednesday night, the local ...

Pro bass fishing on Lake Erie

Western New York gets three days of professional bass-fishing horsepower starting today when the Turtlebox Bassmaster Open at Lake Erie presented by Battery Tender rolls into Buffalo. The event is part of B.A.S.S. Division 1 and is a qualifying pathway toward the Bassmaster Elite Qualifiers ...

Bok makes history as first girl in local BRWS

JAMESTOWN — Since 1980, in the 20 Babe Ruth World Series that Jamestown, New York, has hosted, many athletes have made their mark on baseball history. That includes Richie Sexson, who went on to be a two-time MLB All-Star, Ben McDonald, who was the No. 1 pick in the MLB Draft in 1989, and ...

Stateline set for action-packed night of racing Saturday

BUSTI — As the dog days of summer begin to wind down and the number of remaining race nights shrinks, Stateline Speedway is hosting the perfect event for the whole family. This Saturday marks the highly anticipated Westfield Ag & Turf “Free Night,” presented by Rent To Hometown. Fans will be treated to free grandstand admission, an on-track autograph session to meet their favorite drivers and a massive giveaway where the first 500 K-5 students through the gates will receive a brand-new backpack filled with school supplies. While the fans enjoy the free promotions, the on-track ...

White Perch Fishing Challenge is good for Chautauqua Lake

For generations, Chautauqua Lake has been known for musky fishing, and still is, but was also well known for outstanding walleye fishing. But over the past several years, anglers have noticed another fish becoming increasingly difficult to avoid: the white perch. Not native to Chautauqua ...

Gaining separation

JAMESTOWN — Through four innings, Janesville, Wisconsin found itself in a tight nightcap to Day 4 of the Babe Ruth 13-year-old World Series. Then the Ohio Valley Regional champions gained some separation. In a big way. Leading 2-1, Janesville sent 14 batters to the plate in the top ...