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Sabrina Ionescu leads short-handed Liberty to 82-74 win against Sun
NEW YORK — No Breanna Stewart or Betnijah Laney-Hamilton? No problem. The Connecticut Sun should’ve known they were in trouble after Sabrina Ionescu began the game with two made 25-footers in the first quarter. If Stephanie White’s squad didn’t get the message by then, Ionescu followed up with a 26-footer that turned into a four-point play after Sun guard Veronica Burton fouled the star while in the shooting motion.
Sister Mary Maude scores in New York Sire Stake at Monticello
Monticello, NY — While many of the upper echelon New York sired fillies were absent due to competing in the Delvin Miller Memorial over the weekend at The Meadowlands, Sister Mary Maude made short work of a short field Monday afternoon (July 15) in a New York Sire Stake event for 3-year-old trotting fillies at Monticello Raceway.
Three-vehicle crash in Cochecton results in one death
COCHECTON – A noontime three-vehicle crash on Sullivan County Route 115 in the Town of Cochecton resulted in the death of one of the drivers, State Police said. Troopers said a preliminary investigation revealed that a 2024 Ford 650 Budget rental truck and a 2023 GMC were traveling north of County Route 115 when the Budget truck crossed over into the opposite lane and struck a 2023 Freightliner truck traveling south.
Orange County D.A. Issues Major Update on Interstate Narcotics Investigation
Back in February news broke regarding a large interstate drug investigation carried out by the Orange County Drug Task Force. Investigators and Task Force agents were focused on the sale of cocaine in and around the Town of Wallkill. Investigators had also worked for multiple months prior making their move towards the end of February.
Maine man charged with attempted murder of peace officer
BARRYVILLE – An Augusta, Maine man has been charged with aggravated assault on a police officer with a deadly weapon and attempted murder of a peace officer following an incident on the afternoon of July 2. The incident occurred on Route 97 in Barryville when the man, identified as...
Player Previews in 100 Days – Day 60: Gianni Marino, Valley View Cougars
Coaches Comments: Division 1 talent. Runs to the ball and covers a lot of ground. Team leader and extremely hard worker. Looking forward to seeing what he does this year. Follow EasternPAFootball.com on Twitter @EPAFootball.
7 Friendliest Towns to Visit in The Poconos in 2024
The Pocono Mountains are located in northeastern Pennsylvania, comprising an area of approximately 2,400 square miles. Ninety miles from both the capital city of Philadelphia and New York City, the Poconos provide a scenic and peaceful retreat from the metropolitan hustle, where visitors can enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and water sports in the region's rolling hills and clear lakes. The Pocono Mountains are also home to several charming small towns known for their friendly atmosphere and welcoming communities, such as Jim Thorpe, Stroudsburg, Hawley, and Bushkill. So, gas up the car, head for the hills, and get to know the Poconos in 2024.
6 concerts planned at library
The “Thursdays at the Amp” concert series, sponsored by the Friends of the Sussex-Wantage Library, returns this month in the library’s outdoor amphitheater. The musical styles will range from rhythm and blues to oldies but goodies, pop/rock and country. Brady Rymer & Larry Eagle will play in...
Florida Man Had 13 'Explosive Devices' In Truck, Pennsylvania State Police
The unnamed man was stopped in Tobyhanna on July 5 and "deemed to be under the influence," according to troopers. Authorities obtained a warrant and said they found 13 explosives during a search of his GMC Sierra. PSP's Hazardous Device and Explosives Section (HDES) took custody of the devices for investigation, police said.
Rally for Russ
The community turned out Saturday to support Russell Canevari, who underwent a kidney transplant surgery on July 3. The Rally for Russ was held at VFW Post 5544 in Jessup. Jennifer Jackson, Canevari’s daughter, said everything was donated for the fundraiser, and the Valley View’s girl’s basketball team volunteered to serve the dinners. “Everybody’s pitching in to help raise money for him because he’s always helping everyone else,” Jackson said of her father. She hoped to raise $10,000 from the fundraiser to help her dad on his medical journey.
Own an Ice Cream Shop in the Hudson Valley’s Smallest Village
An adorable ice cream shop in the tiniest village in the Hudson Valley just went on the market. Is this a sign to change professions?. Have you always dreamed of finally quitting that job and doing something fun with your life? I've always had a fantasy of opening up an ice cream shop. One of my very first jobs was pulling cones at a frozen custard stand and I don't think anything I've ever done since has been half as enjoyable.
Helping their community one glass at a time in Lackawanna County
ARCHBALD, Pa. — In front of Tri-Star Academy in Archbald, kids were setting up shop. "We have some bracelets, some keychains, some rocks here," said Molly Lewis of Jermyn. As customers lined up for a taste of some lemonade, a stand that's been well in the works. "They've been...
Rookie Hudson Valley K9 Locates Strangling Suspect on First Day
A four-legged member of the Hudson Valley police force tracked down a potentially dangerous suspect on his first day on the job. Police work isn't easy. That's why officers in the Hudson Valley employ every tool possible to help keep the public safe. Technology like drones and radar are helping to give law enforcement the upper hand, but nothing compares to the talents of a trained K9 when it comes to apprehending a suspect on the run.
34th annual Riverfest set for July 28th in Narrowsburg
NARROWSBURG – There are many events called “Riverfest” across the country, but the Delaware Valley Arts Alliance (DVAA) has been hosting its vibrant street festival for 34 years. This year’s Riverfest will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, July 28th on Main Street...
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