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Ellington caps off perfect season with Division IV boys basketball title, first since 1972

UNCASVILLE – Ellington boys basketball coach Bob Freitas didn’t talk about it, the Knights’ season-long win streak.

The pressure built up all season. They had close games and managed to pull out wins. They won the NCCC championship, knocking off four-time defending champion SMSA. They were still unbeaten heading into the Division IV state championship game against Sheehan, the No. 23 seed, Sunday at Mohegan Sun.

So when Ellington had broken open a close game in the fourth quarter and sailed to its 27th win in 27 games, 55-39 over Sheehan, Freitas was handed the championship plaque. He held over his head as the Ellington fans cheered and cheered, and there was relief and joy, all mixed together.

It was Ellington’s first state championship in boys basketball since 1972.

“People talked about it and I didn’t – having no losses isn’t easy for a young group,” Freitas said. “I thought the kids were tremendous. When I got the trophy, I was just emotional. I want them to succeed.”

Sophomore Jack Curtis led top-seeded Ellington (27-0) with 19 points and four steals. Only one senior, Andrew Flickenschild, started for the Knights and he had 13 points and 13 rebounds. Junior Dylan Killoran joined Flickenschild under the basket collecting rebounds (he had eight). Freshman Reese Nicol also had eight boards, to go along with nine points. Sophomore Ty Fieldhouse racked up eight rebounds.

“It was crazy,” Flickenschild said. “There’s nothing like it. I can’t compare it to anything I’ve ever done. It hasn’t settled in.”

The game was close throughout. Rey Rodriguez, who led Sheehan with 23 points and nine rebounds, threw down a dunk toward the end of the first half and Sheehan led 20-19, but Ellington retook the lead with a basket by Flickenschild and a free throw from Curtis, heading into the…

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MMI Preparatory School vs. Greater Nanticoke Area Trojans

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MMI Preparatory School is 2-8 against Greater Nanticoke Area since April of 2016 but they’ll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Wednesday. MMI Preparatory School will face off against the Greater Nanticoke Area Trojans at 4:15 p.m. Given that the two teams suffered a loss in their last games, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this match.

MMI Preparatory School can’t be to happy about their upcoming road game considering what happened when they opened their season on the away from home on Friday. They fell just short of Shenandoah Valley by a score of 6-5.

MMI Preparatory School saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Caleb Skuba, who scored a run while going 2-for-4. The dominant performance also gave Skuba a new career-high in doubles (two).

Meanwhile, Greater Nanticoke Area lost 13-4 to Holy Cross on Monday.

Ethan Ball was cooking despite his team’s loss, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-3.

MMI Preparatory School skirted past Greater Nanticoke Area 6-5 in their previous meeting back in May of 2024. The rematch might be a little tougher for MMI Preparatory School since the squad won’t have the home-field advantage this time around. We’ll see if the change in venue makes a difference.

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Ellington Earns First Boys Basketball State Championship In 53 Years

UNCASVILLE, CT — Approaching the end of the third quarter of Sunday’s CIAC Division IV boys basketball championship game at the Mohegan Sun Arena, it appeared the perfect season for Ellington High School was in jeopardy. Unheralded Sheehan, which barely qualified for the tournament with an 8-12 regular season record, had just grabbed a 32-30 lead following an old-fashioned three-point play by Rey Rodriguez.

By that point, the junior had poured in 17 points, so Ellington coach Bob Freitas changed defensive strategy a bit, placing more emphasis on stopping the Titans’ key weapon. The new plan worked, as Rodriguez was held to just two field goals and a pair of free throws over the game’s final 10 and a half minutes.

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In the meantime, Ellington tied the game at 32-all, then took the lead for good with under a minute remaining in the quarter on a steal and layup by Jake Curtis. Carrying the momentum into the final period, the Knights ran off 12 straight points, while simultaneously keeping Sheehan off the scoreboard for a 7:14 stretch, en route to a 55-39 victory.

The championship was the first for Ellington since 1972, when Richard Nixon was in office and most of the current roster’s parents had not even been born yet.

Ellington accomplished its goal despite producing some underwhelming offensive statistics. The Knights did not convert a single three-point attempt, missing all 14 opportunities, and made just nine of 17 free throws, or 52.9 percent.

On the other hand, the top seed dominated on the boards, receiving plenty of second and third chances by gathering 45 rebounds, including 23 on the offensive glass. Andrew Flickenschild collected 13 rebounds to go along with 13 points, while Reese Nicol, Ty Fieldhouse and Dylan Killoran each grabbed 8 boards. Curtis took team…

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PA American Water issues boil water advisory for Customers in part of Nanticoke

Mar. 18—NANTICOKE — Pennsylvania American Water on Tuesday issued a boil water advisory for customers in part of Nanticoke due to a main break that affected a storage tank.

Approximately 75 customers are impacted.

Pennsylvania American Water experienced a loss in positive water pressure on Tuesday, March 18, due to a main break. A loss of positive water pressure is a signal of the existence of conditions that could allow contamination to enter the distribution system through back-flow by back-pressure or back-siphonage. As a result, there is an increased chance that the water might contain disease-causing organisms.

This notice applies to customers along the following streets:

—Vista Drive.

—Overlook Road.

—Industrial Park Road.

For a map of the affected area, visit http://alertsdetail.awapps.com/alert/78178.

The water company stated not to drink the water without boiling it first.

Bring all water to a rolling boil, let it boil for one minute, and cool before using — or use bottled water.

Affected customers should use boil or bottled water for drinking, making ice, washing dishes, brushing teeth and food preparation until further notice.

Inadequately treated water may contain disease-causing organisms. These organisms include bacteria, viruses and parasites, which can cause symptoms such as nausea, cramps, diarrhea and associated headaches.

These symptoms are not caused only by organisms in drinking water, but also by other factors. If you experience any of these symptoms and they persist, you may wish to consult with your health care provider. People with severely compromised immune systems, infants and some elderly may be at increased risk. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers.

General guidelines on ways to lessen the risk of infection by microbes are available from EPA’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 1-800-426-4791.

Repairs were expected to be completed Tuesday evening.

Pennsylvania American Water will collect and analyze additional water quality samples including bacteria samples.

Customers…

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7 Hikes With the Best Sunset Views in Delaware

There’s something really special about reaching the end of a hike and watching the sky change colors as the sun sets. Whether it’s the ambiance or the rewarding sense of accomplishment, sunset views always make a hike worth the effort. If you’re on the lookout for the best hiking trails to catch a breathtaking sunset, you’re in luck. Here are seven trails that offer incredible sunset views in Delaware.

1. Gordons Pond Trail, Cape Henlopen State Park

This 6.4-mile trail takes you along the edge of Gordons Pond, passing by dunes and marshes. The path is mostly flat and perfect for a leisurely walk. You’ll cross a few bridges, pass through wildlife-rich areas, and have the chance to spot migratory birds. The wide-open views make it an ideal location to catch the evening light as the sun begins to set over the water.

2. Swamp Forest Trail, Lums Pond State Park

Swamp Forest Trail is a 6.5-mile hiking trail that loops through a dense forest of hardwoods and wetland areas. It’s shaded for most of the hike, with wooden boardwalks guiding you over the marshy sections. Expect to see plenty of wildlife, including birds and frogs, especially as you make your way along the serene pond’s edge to watch the sky change from blue to peachy gold.

3. Whitely Farms Trail, White Clay Creek State Park

At 7.6 miles, this trek meanders across open fields and forested stretches with gentle hills. As dusk sets in, the treetops frame the fading sky, while the grassy meadows are just the right spot to stretch out and watch the sun dip below the horizon. Quiet and scenic, it’s a wonderful route for slowing down and soaking in the evening’s beauty.

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Unbeaten Ellington boys basketball defeats Sheehan to win CIAC Division IV title, first since 1972

Ellington celebrates its win over Sheehan in CIAC Div 4 Boys’ Basketball Championship action at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn., on Sunday March 16, 2025.

Ellington celebrates its win over Sheehan in CIAC Div 4 Boys’ Basketball Championship action at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn., on Sunday March 16, 2025.

Christian Abraham/Hearst Connecticut MediaThe top-seeded Ellington boys basketball team defeated No. 23 Sheehan 55-39 to win the CIAC Division IV championship, its first since 1972, at the Mohegan Sun Arena Sunday, March 16, 2025.

The top-seeded Ellington boys basketball team defeated No. 23 Sheehan 55-39 to win the CIAC Division IV championship, its first since 1972, at the Mohegan Sun Arena Sunday, March 16, 2025.

Sean Patrick Bowley / Hearst Connecticut MediaEllington celebrates its win over Sheehan in CIAC Div 4 Boys’ Basketball Championship action at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn., on Sunday March 16, 2025.

Ellington celebrates its win over Sheehan in CIAC Div 4 Boys’ Basketball Championship action at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn., on Sunday March 16, 2025.

Christian Abraham/Hearst Connecticut MediaEllington coach Robert Freitas holds up the CIAC plaque after the team's win over Sheehan in CIAC Div 4 Boys’ Basketball Championship action at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn., on Sunday March 16, 2025.Continue reading

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Bombay Hook refuge to celebrate spring, 88th anniversary March 22

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WVC prepares for softball season

There isn’t much change in terms of the Wyoming Valley Conference.

Tunkhannock will enter as the preseason favorite to capture the Division 1 title. Also in the division will be Pittston Area, Hazleton Area, Wilkes-Barre Area, Wyoming Valley West, Crestwood and Dallas.

Division 2 will come down to the two regular-season battles between Lake-Lehman and Holy Redeemer. Unless a divisional playoff is needed, it will be the only two meetings between the two rivals in 2025 as they are now in different classifications.

Also in Division 2 is Berwick, Wyoming Area, Greater Nanticoke Area, Hanover Area, Wyoming Seminary and MMI Prep. MMI returns back to the division after not fielding a team for the last few seasons.

There are some changes in the district for 2025.

Holy Cross, normally a Class 2A contender, is now down in Class 1A. Holy Redeemer, a Class 3A contender, drops down to Class 2A. Redeemer and Dunmore added to 2A, in addition to Elk Lake, should make for an interesting class.

Class 4A seems to be the toughest. While North Pocono moved up to Class 5A, Wallenpaupack is now in 4A. Put the Buckhorns with Tunkhannock, Valley View and what could be an improved Dallas team, and it looks to be the deepest division.

The other change is that West Scranton, a normal contender in Class 5A, moved into the Class 6A subregional.

Here is a look at the classes:

Class 1A: Forest City, Holy Cross, MMI Prep, Old Forge, Susquehanna.

Class 2A: Blue Ridge, Dunmore, Elk Lake, Holy Redeemer, Lackawanna Trail, Montrose, Mountain View, Wyoming Seminary.

Class 3A: Carbondale Area, Lake-Lehman, Lakeland, Mid Valley, Riverside, Western Wayne.

Class 4A: Berwick, Dallas, Hanover Area, Honesdale, Nanticoke Area, Scranton Prep, Tunkhannock, Valley View, Wallenpaupack, Wyoming Area

Class 5A: Abington Heights, Crestwood, Delaware Valley, North Pocono, Pittston Area.

Class 6A: Hazleton Area, Scranton High, West Scranton, Wilkes-Barre Area, Williamsport, Wyoming…

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Engaged Opportunity Grants Fuel Community-Engaged Learning for Students

Cornell offers undergraduate students a wide variety of opportunities to become involved in positive change through community-engaged learning.

Seven projects are receiving a boost from the latest round of Engaged Opportunity Grants, awarded two times a year by the Einhorn Center for Community Engagement to teams of faculty or staff and their community partners.

Take the Coddington Road Community Center in Ithaca for example, where a cross-college collaboration is bringing together expertise and ideas from students in courses in landscape architecture, architecture and civil engineering. Under the leadership of Jennifer Birkeland, assistant professor in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences; Qi Li, associate professor in the College of Engineering; and Emma Silverblatt, visiting critic in the College of Architecture, Art and Planning, participants will help shape the center’s outdoor spaces for all-season childcare and youth programming.

An Engaged Opportunity Grant awarded to Sharifa Wip, associate dean of students and director of black student empowerment in Student and Campus Life, supports the community-engaged work of Black Students United (BSU). Mentors from the student-run group are sharing their enthusiasm for Afro-centric values, academic excellence, activism and leadership with Black Ithaca high schoolers through the Southside Community Center. The Einhorn Center has previously nurtured BSU’s partnership with the historic center through a Community Partnership Funding Board grant and a Group Certificate in Community-Engaged Leadership.

A third project, BIRDSONG, is a repeat recipient, thanks to a Sustaining Engaged Opportunity Grant, launched this year. Applicants who have successfully completed an EOG Planning grant are eligible. Led by Nora Prior, assistant professor in the College of Arts and Sciences and Susanne Bruyère, professor in the School of Industrial and Labor Relations, the outreach program pairs Cornell STEM students with high school students with disabilities or communication challenges in the BOCES Career Program. With assistance…

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Sheehan girls basketball beats East Catholic for first CIAC championship since 1976

Sheehan players celebrate after defeating East Catholic in the CIAC Class MM girls basketball championship at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn., Sunday, March 16, 2025.

Sheehan players celebrate after defeating East Catholic in the CIAC Class MM girls basketball championship at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn., Sunday, March 16, 2025.

Dave Zajac/Hearst Connecticut MediaSheehan players celebrate after defeating East Catholic in the CIAC Class MM girls basketball championship at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn., Sunday, March 16, 2025.

Sheehan players celebrate after defeating East Catholic in the CIAC Class MM girls basketball championship at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn., Sunday, March 16, 2025.

Dave Zajac/Hearst Connecticut MediaSheehan players pose for photos with the championship plaque after defeating East Catholic in the CIAC Class MM girls basketball championship at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn., Sunday, March 16, 2025.

Sheehan players pose for photos with the championship plaque after defeating East Catholic in the CIAC Class MM girls basketball championship at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn., Sunday, March 16, 2025.

Dave Zajac/Hearst Connecticut MediaMembers of the Sheehan girls basketball team celebrate after defeating East Catholic 56-51 for the CIAC Class MM girls basketball tournament championship at Mohegan Sun Arena on Sunday, March 16, 2025.

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