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Boys Volleyball Top 20, April 18: Ranked showdowns shake things up

As the season is starting to get into full swing, there have been many exciting matchups that have stirred up the rankings in past weeks.

This week is no different, as the top team in the state is set to face off against the No. 2 team in the state in an early-season showdown to round out this week’s matches.

Take a look at this weeks Top 20 rankings, and where teams stand as we head into the middle of April.

1-Old Bridge (12-0)

Last week: No. 1

Old Bridge remains at the top of the rankings after a 12-0 start. The Knights have not lost a match since the final one of the 2023 season. After a state championship last season, Old Bridge remains the team to beat in the state and that will be difficult to do.

Up next: 4/19 at Southern, 4/22 vs. Colonia

2-Southern (6-0)

Last week: No. 2

New faces, no problem for the Rams. Southern, now in Group 3, is among the ranks of the unbeatens this season and will be tested by Old Bridge this week. Southern’s standard is set and the new regime is following suit at the top.

Up next: 4/19 vs. Southern, 4/22 vs. Christian Brothers

3-St. Joseph (Met.) (8-3)

Last week: No. 6

After three consecutive losses to begin the season, the Falcons have put it all together after one month. St. Joseph has strung together eight wins in a row and is looking like a contender in the state once again. The Falcons will be tested this week by ranked opponents such as Monroe and WCT.

Up next: 4/23 vs. West Caldwell Tech, Monroe, Lenape

4-St. John Vianney

Last week: No. 4

The Lancers continued to roll this week with wins over Jackson Memorial and Pinelands. St. John Vianney will be tested this week against other Shore powers in Barnegat and Holmdel. This…

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14th Roanoke Island American Indian Festival and Powwow will be held on April 26-27

Dancing in the circle at the Roanoke Island Festival and Powwow at Manteo High School last year. Photo by Biff Jennings

By Joan L. Collins – Director, Outreach and Education Pea Island Preservation Society, Inc.

On April 26-27, from 11:00 a.m. until 4 p.m. each day, the 14th Roanoke Island American Indian Festival will be held at the Manteo High School Practice Field.  The school is located at 829 Wingina Ave, just a few minutes’ drive from downtown Manteo  The Festival and Powwow, which is sponsored by the Algonquian Indians of North Carolina, Inc., and the Roanoke – Hatteras Indians of Dare County, includes tribal members with deep roots to Roanoke Island and the surrounding area.

Single dancer at the Roanoke Island Festival and Powwow
at Manteo High School last year. Photo by Biff Jennings

This family friendly event is an exciting opportunity to experience the culture and traditions of Algonquin tribes on the North Carolina coast.

While many are familiar with the story of the early English colonists and the Lost Colony on Roanoke Island, knowledge of tribes who lived in this area before and after the colonists arrived is not well known. The Powwow and Festival provide the opportunity observe and celebrate first hand the culture of Algonquian speaking tribes practiced by tribal members today.  It is intended to provide deeper understanding and appreciation of tribal traditions and to bring community members together to share experiences.  Powwows are wonderful family events not only to enjoy but to learn.

The event is also an important reminder that many who live in the area, past and present, are those with American Indian ties.   The historic U.S. Life-Saving Service and later U.S. Coast Guard station once at Pea Island on the Outer Banks…

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Nanticoke

H.S. Softball/Baseball: Hanover Area posts softball victory

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Hanover Area jumped out to a big lead and went on to defeat rival Nanticoke Area 11-4 Wednesday in Wyoming Valley Conference Division 2 softball.

Hannah Siene was 2-for-3 with an RBI for the Hawkeyes. Ava Malacarne, Natalie Weidner and Krysta Shreve had one RBI each. Caitlin Vigorito pitched a complete game with 10 strikeouts.

Haley Verazin was 2-for-4 with a double for Nanticoke Area.. Natalyn Emel and Alyvia Schneider also doubled. Kileigh Casey and Ella Alles each had an RBI.

Pittston Area 10, Crestwood 4

Pittston Area scored six times in the top of the eighth to defeat Crestwood.

Samantha Herbert, Marina Antal and Gabby Gorzkowski all homered for Pittston Area. Herbert finished with three RBI.

Mikaila Sarf had a triple and an RBI for Pittston Area. Gabby Roman doubled and had two RBI. Jillian Haas had two doubles, Julianna Cocco had two RBI.

Madison Mendrzycki, Brooke Lenahan and Jorja Snyder all had a double for Crestwood. Mendrzycki had two hits and two RBI. Snyder also had two hits and an RBI.

Berwick 19, CMVT 0

Berwick scored 17 runs in the first inning in its three-inning victory over Columbia-Montour Vo-Tech.

Makayla Brown doubled and had five RBI. Emma Welsh homered and had two RBI.

Kennedy Hunter and Morgan Siegel each added two RBI.

Hazleton Area 11, Wilkes-Barre Area 10

Hazleton Area erased a seven-run deficit with seven runs in the fifth inning and then won with three more runs in the sixth.

Kayla Lagowy was 3-f0r-3 with a double and two RBI for Hazleton Area. Emme Zanolini was 2-for-4 with four RBI. Elia Tito had three singles.

Madalyn McGuinness was 3-for-4 with four RBI for WBA. Hope…

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Mohican among Ohio’s state park lodges hosting Easter dinner

COLUMBUS – This Easter, why spend hours in the kitchen when you could enjoy a meal with stunning views of Ohio’s state parks?

Let one of Ohio’s state park lodges handle the cooking and cleanup, leaving you more time to relax and explore the outdoors with loved ones.

On Sunday, April 20, reserve a spot at one of our lodges for an Easter feast you won’t forget.

After your meal, stroll through scenic landscapes or enjoy holiday weekend activities hosted by the parks—a perfect blend of family time, great food, and nature.

Easter Buffets and Dining Options by Location:

  • Burr Oak Lodge & Conference Center
    • Easter Brunch | April 20, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
    • Reservations: 740-767-1210
  • Deer Creek Lodge & Conference Center
    • Easter Buffet | April 20, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
    • Reservations: 740-869-6311
  • The Lodge at Geneva
  • Hocking Hills Lodge & Conference Center
    • Easter Brunch | April 20, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
    • Reservations: 740-270-6100 ext. 2
  • Hueston Woods Lodge & Conference Center
    • Easter Buffet | April 20, Noon – 5 p.m.
    • Reservations: 513-664-3527
  • Maumee Bay Lodge & Conference Center
    • Easter Brunch | April 20, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
    • Max occupancy nearly reached for Easter Brunch reservations.
  • Mohican Lodge & Conference Center
    • Easter Specials | April 20, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.
    • Reservations: 419-938-6815 ext. 320
  • Punderson Manor Lodge & Conference Center
    • Easter Buffet | April 20, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
    • Reservations: 440-564-9144
  • Salt Fork Lodge & Conference Center
  • Shawnee Lodge & Conference Center
    • Easter Buffet | April 20, Noon –5 p.m.
    • Reservations: 740-858-6621

Ohio State Parks and the Great Ohio Lodges are also planning more events for the spring season. Be sure to check the ODNR events calendar for more information about all the great activities being planned across the state.

For overnight accommodations at Ohio State Parks Lodges, contact 1-800-282-7275 or…

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Wallkill Valley Makes It Five in a Row at Home

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There’s no place like home for Wallkill Valley, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Monday. They put the hurt on the Lenape Valley Patriots with a sharp 16-6 victory on Wednesday. Considering the Rangers have won seven matches by more than five runs this season, Wednesday’s blowout was nothing new.

Wallkill Valley pushed their record up to 7-1 with the win, which was their fifth straight at home dating back to last season. The team dominated over that stretch too, winning by an average of 8 runs. As for Lenape Valley, with the defeat, they broke their three-game winning streak and moved their record to 5-4.

Looking ahead, Wallkill Valley will challenge Sparta at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Lenape Valley, they will be playing at home against West Morris Central at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. The Wolfpack’s pitching crew has only allowed three runs per game this season, so the Patriots’ hitters will have their work cut out for them.

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NY weather: Thunderstorms with damaging winds and penny-sized hail in Broome and Chenango counties Tuesday

On Tuesday at 1:18 p.m. the National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm warning in effect until 1:30 p.m. for Broome and Chenango counties.

Wind gusts of up to 60 mph and penny-sized hail (0.75 inches) are probable.

“At 1:17 p.m., a severe thunderstorm was located over Chenango Forks, or 9 miles east of Greater Binghamton Airport, moving east at 55 mph,” states the weather service. “Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees.”

Locations impacted by the warning include Chenango Valley State Park, Chenango Forks, Chenango Bridge, Port Dickinson, Castle Creek, Port Crane, Greater Binghamton Airport, Sanitaria Springs, Nanticoke and Smithville Flats.

According to the weather service, “For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.”

Preparing for impending lightning strikes: Expert safety recommendations

Each year, lightning strikes the United States approximately 25 million times, with the majority of these electrifying events occurring during the summer months. Unfortunately, lightning is responsible for claiming the lives of approximately 20 people annually, as reported by the weather service. The threat of lightning becomes more pronounced as thunderstorms draw nearer, peaking when the storm is directly overhead and gradually waning as it moves away.

To ensure your safety during a thunderstorm, consider the following recommendations:

Lightning safety plan:

  • When venturing outdoors, it’s vital to establish a clear plan for seeking shelter in case of lightning.
  • Stay vigilant by monitoring the sky for ominous signs and listening for the telltale sound of thunder. If thunder is audible, it’s a clear indication of nearby lightning.
  • Seek a safe place to shelter, preferably indoors.

Indoors safety measures:

  • Once you’ve found shelter indoors, abstain from using corded phones, electrical appliances, or plumbing fixtures, and refrain from approaching windows and doors.
  • These precautions help reduce the risk of electrical surges, as lightning can follow conductive pathways.

Wait for the all-clear:

  • After the last…

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SRSG for Iraq and Head of UNAMI, Dr. Mohamed Al Hassan, Speech at the 9th Sulaimani Forum [EN/AR]

Middle East in a Transforming Global Order
Wednesday, 16 April 2025

Excellency Prime Minister Mohamed Shia Al-Sudani

Excellency President of the Kurdistan Region Nechirvan Barzani

Excellency Dr. Barham Salih Chairman of the Board of Directors of the University

Mr. Ammar Al-Hakim

Distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen

Dear brother Bafel Talabani

Greetings,

I join you in (Sulaymaniyah Forum) on behalf of the United Nations Secretary-General, who thanks you for this invitation wishing you a fruitful, constructive, and in-depth discussions and dialogue on the situation in the Middle East and on Iraq present and future.

I would like to take this opportunity to express our appreciation to the sponsors and local partners for Sulaymaniyah Forum, in particular, His Excellency Dr. Barham Salih as well as Dr. Bilal, for facilitations that shall contribute to and facilitate participation in the Forum in the arms of this beautiful, historical and hospitable city: Sulaymaniyah. I would like here to express my admiration of the quote by Mr. Hoshyar Zebari that this forum is the Davos of the Middle East.

Ladies and gentlemen,

In the Middle East, we have a recurring habit of beginning speeches by declaring that the times we live in are unprecedented, but the past few years were difficult in the Middle East region and on the people of the whole region in all sense of the word unfortunately. This leads us to ask three questions: First: Why is that? Second: Is there a peculiarity about the Middle East that makes it different from other parts of the world? And the most important and significant question: Is there a chance to change such a reality towards a secure and stable Middle East? We are not in the right time or place to answer these questions, despite their importance.

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Lenape Indian Tribe of Delaware rekindles cultural connections through land reclamation

Annie Blimmel

When Principal Chief Dennis Coker of the Lenape Indian Tribe of Delaware (LITD) reclaimed the first half-acre of land taken from his ancestors, he was hoping for the property to hold promises of a fresh start. Instead, it held echoes of the past, evident in the 200 car tires littering the property, among other contamination.

Just off of Fork Branch Road in the town of Cheswold, Delaware, sits this half-acre of property, donated to Coker and his Tribe in the 1990s. Once home to a Lenape schoolhouse and church, the site was used as an industrial dump for 30 to 40 years under state ownership. Over this time, the land accumulated high concentrations of heavy metals, invasive species such as “Ailanthus altissima,” truck beds and 200 car tires.

The land was returned to Coker and the Tribe once property flippers saw its degraded state. But what the rest of the world saw as undesirable, Coker saw as a sliver of hope.

“I viewed it as an opportunity, number one, to heal the land,” Coker said. “And our goal when we started looking and hoping for the Land Back movement to be a benefit to us was to really demonstrate that we could be good stewards of the land.”

And good stewards they were – in just a few years with the help of some volunteers, Coker and his Tribe rehabilitated the property into what is now an edible forest garden of native species. The garden features plants that nourish and sustain humans and animals alike.

“The goal was to design and create an edible forest garden,” Coker said. “When we say edible, it’s edible for all our relations. The four-legged, the two-legged, the winged.” 

In just a few years,…

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Hershey Bears look to clinch first-round bye tonight against Penguins

The Hershey Bears are just one win away from securing a first-round playoff bye as they take on rival Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins tonight.

WILKES-BARRE, Pa. — The Hershey Bears (42-18-6-1) will make their final regular season visit to Mohegan Arena at Casey Plaza tonight (FOX43.2, 7pm) to face the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins (37-21-7-1) with significant playoff implications on the line. A regulation win would guarantee Hershey a first-round bye in the upcoming 2025 Calder Cup Playoffs.

Hershey enters tonight’s contest with momentum after completing a three-game weekend sweep with a 2-1 comeback victory over the Hartford Wolf Pack last Sunday. The Bears rallied from a 1-0 third-period deficit with Ryan Chesley scoring his first professional goal at 3:24, followed by Ivan Miroshnichenko’s game-winner at 4:59.

Meanwhile, the Penguins are struggling through a three-game losing streak, most recently falling 3-0 to the Cleveland Monsters on Saturday. Monsters goaltender Jet Greaves stopped all 23 Wilkes-Barre/Scranton shots, while Penguins netminder Sergei Murashov allowed three goals on 24 shots.

With 91 points, the Bears currently hold a five-point advantage over the Charlotte Checkers in the Atlantic Division standings. Their Magic Number stands at just six points to clinch the division crown. Beyond divisional aspirations, Hershey has also gained ground on the Laval Rocket in the race for the Macgregor Kilpatrick Trophy, awarded to the AHL’s regular-season champions. The Bears’ Magic Number for that honor is 13 points, while Laval sits at nine.

The Bears have been dominant on the road this season, boasting the league’s best away record at 23-5-5-1 for a .765 road points percentage. With just two road games remaining, Hershey needs only one point to match the club’s single-season record for road points percentage (.736), which was set last season.

Individual milestones are also within reach for several Bears players. Miroshnichenko’s…

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