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Dean’s lists 2/2/25

Misericordia University

Misericordia University announced the following local students were named to the fall dean’s list with averages of 3.55 or higher:

A: Siwar Abdo, Dallas; Matthew Albrect, Wyoming; Lauren Amend, Mountain Top; Megan Armitage, Avoca; Matthew Ash, Sweet Valley; Aleia Atherton, Wilkes-Barre; Bradley Augenstein, Duryea; Bianka Avila, Plains Twp.

B: Lexi Baggett, Shavertown; Erynn Barancho, Plains Twp.; Mason Baranski, Wyoming; Michael Battin, Shavertown; Samuel Bellanca, Forty Fort; Lynn Benkowski, Kingston; Owen Blake, Shavertown; William Brady, Mountain Top; Madison Brdaric, Shavertown; Allyson Brodie, Hanover Twp.; Michael Brown, West Wyoming; Arianna Bugno, Pittston; Elizabeth Burney, Pittston; Ella Burns, Dallas; Ashleigh Button, Mountain Top.

C: Ava Carey, Courtdale; Isabella Cassano, Shavertown; Litzy Castro, Wilkes-Barre; Noah Ceklosky, Wapwallopen; Arianna Champi, Dupont; Alexi Chervenitski, Shavertown; MarinaCiavarella, Hanover Twp.; Quinn Crispell, Swoyersville; Claire Cunningham, Wilkes-Barre.

D: Charlene Daisey, Wapwallopen; Madelyn Dalley, Kingston; Isabella Dalmas, Nanticoke; Taylor Dalmas, Nanticoke; Parker DalSanto, Dallas; Ainsley Daubert; Noxen; Ashlyn Davis, Shickshinny; Kara Domzalski, Shavertown; Janelle Dudek, Pittston Twp.; David Durko, Ashley.

E: Alyssa Evans, Nanticoke.

F: Rebecca Fick, Dallas; Molly Fielding, Dallas; Lindsey Franchella, Shickshinny; Paige Frank, Shavertown; Grayson Frasier, Swoyersville.

G: Caelan Gallagher, Dallas; Jerzey Gallagher, Ashley; Carmen Garcia, Wilkes-Barre; Melissa Giomboni, Plains Twp.; Anthony Giovinazzo, Edwardsville; Brooklyn Giovinazzo, Edwardsville; Andrew Gorto, Pittston; Alex Goy, Shavertown; Jacob Greenfield, Harding; Tessily Gregory, Dallas; Diane Grohowski, Nanticoke.

H: Hailey Halagarda, Avoca; Reagan Halbach, Shavertown; Brian Hannah, Tunkhannock; Catherine Havrilla, Mountain Top; Deven Hazlak, White Haven; Lauren Hearst, West Pittston; Kaci Hockenberry, Dallas; Lyndsey Hornlein, Dallas; Hannah Hosey, Noxen; Emily Howells, Pittston; Mercedes Hughes, Shavertown; Chad Hutchins, Dallas.

J: Morgan Janeski, Exeter; Maura Jenceleski, Nanticoke; Allison Jones, Harveys Lake; Halle Jones, Dallas.

K: Joshua Kane, Dallas; Carmella Karcutskie, Harding; Misha Kazmierski, Dallas; Gia Keefe, Dallas; Cassie Kern, Dallas; Olivia Kiwak, Harding; Hayden Klopp, Shavertown; Layla Kolodzieski, Avoca; Dylan Kostik, Wyoming; Kurtis Kowalski,…

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Lenni Lenape

Swimming: Results, recaps & photos for Saturday, Feb. 1

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Post date February 2, 2025
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Swimming: NJIC Championships, February 1, 2025

Essential Links

Saturday, Feb. 1

NJSIAA Tournament, First Round, South, Group C

5-Haddon Township 92, 8-Barnegat 77 – Box Score

Regular Season

SJSL

Eastern 85, Camden Catholic 84 – Box Score

Cherokee 88, Moorestown Friends 49 – Box Score

Saturday, Feb. 1

NJSIAA Tournament, First Round, Central, Group C

6-Delran 90, 7-Haddon Township 80 – Box Score

Regular Season

SJSL

Cherokee 56, Moorestown Friends 40 – Box Score

Cherry Hill East 109, Lenape 56 – Box Score

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Delaware Tribe

Who Founded Pennsylvania?

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Post date February 2, 2025
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PENNSYLVANIA STATE – Pennsylvania, a state synonymous with American history, liberty, and religious tolerance, owes its existence to the vision of one man: William Penn. An English Quaker, Penn founded the colony of Pennsylvania in 1681, transforming a vast tract of land in the New World into a haven for religious freedom and a bold experiment in self-governance.

William Penn: The Quaker Visionary Who Founded Pennsylvania

This article explores the life and ideals of William Penn, examining how his Quaker beliefs shaped the foundation of Pennsylvania and left an enduring legacy on American history.

A Quaker in a Turbulent Time

William Penn was born in London in 1644 into a prominent Anglican family. However, he converted to Quakerism in his early twenties, a decision that dramatically altered the course of his life, as documented in biographies of Penn, such as those by Mary Maples Dunn and William Wistar Comfort. The Religious Society of Friends, commonly known as Quakers, was a dissenting Christian group that faced persecution in England for their pacifist beliefs, their rejection of established church hierarchy, and their refusal to swear oaths, as detailed in historical accounts of the Quaker movement. They were also anti-war and did not believe in violence.

A “Holy Experiment”: Penn’s Vision for Pennsylvania

Penn envisioned a colony where Quakers and other religious minorities could live and worship freely, a radical concept in the 17th century. In 1681, King Charles II granted Penn a vast tract of land in North America, totaling over 45,000 square miles, partly to settle a debt owed to Penn’s deceased father, Admiral Sir William Penn, as recorded in the original charter, now preserved in the Pennsylvania State Archives. Penn named this land “Pennsylvania,” meaning “Penn’s Woods,” in honor of his father. Penn’s…

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Mohegan

For a second summer in a row, Dave Matthews Band to skip Connecticut on upcoming summer tour

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Post date February 1, 2025
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Dave Matthews Band fans in Connecticut expecting a tour stop in the Nutmeg State on its annual summer tour may be disappointed this year. The band announced its spring and summer tour dates on Tuesday with Connecticut noticeably absent from the itinerary.

The band was a staple at Hartford’s Xfinity Theatre — playing almost yearly since 1995 and seldomly skipping the state on its annual summer jaunts. Last year, the band skipped Hartford, but played Mohegan Sun Arena in the fall.

Neither Xfinity Theatre nor Dave Matthews Band responded to requests for comment.

Those looking to catch the band nearby on its upcoming tour can travel to New York for its shows in Bethel (May 24), Syracuse (May 27) or Saratoga Springs (July 18-19). Dave Matthews Band will also be performing shows in New Jersey and New Hampshire as well as headlining the Boston Calling music festival, which is held at the Harvard Athletic Complex in Cambridge, Mass., on Memorial Day weekend.

Matthews and his group were recently inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as part of its 2024 class alongside Ozzy Osbourne, A Tribe Called Quest, Cher, Peter Frampton, Foreigner, Kool & The Gang and Mary J. Blige. Last fall, the band headlined the Soulshine benefit concert at New York City’s Madison Square Garden, which raised $4.5 million for those impacted by hurricanes Helene and Milton, according to a news release from Shore Fire Media. Connecticut’s Goose, Trey Anastasio from Phish, Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats and the Warren Haynes Band were among the other performers at the benefit concert.

Pre-sale tickets for Matthews’ summer tour dates, outside of Boston Calling and other festivals the band is performing at, are available to request through the DMB Warehouse Fan Association. Tickets will go on…

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Unami

UN and Iraq Launch ONE UN Plan to Support the Return, Rehabilitation, and Reintegration of Iraqis from Al-Hol Camp [EN/AR]

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Post date February 1, 2025
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Baghdad, 30 January 2025 – The United Nations and the Government of Iraq launched today the second phase of the ONE UN Plan, titled “New Beginnings”, a comprehensive framework aimed at facilitating the safe, voluntary, and dignified return, rehabilitation, and reintegration of Iraqi nationals from Al-Hol and Al-Roj camps in northeastern Syria.

The event, held at Al-Nahrain Center in Baghdad, was attended by senior representatives of the Government of Iraq, the United Nations, the diplomatic community, and international partners. Speaking at the ceremony, Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General for Iraq and Head of UNAMI Dr. Mohamed Al Hassan stated: “Iraq’s leadership, in facilitating the return of its citizens from northeastern Syria, sets a global positive precedent. This comprehensive and courageous initiative has been praised by the highest levels in the United Nations, including the Secretary-General himself.” He added: “It is time to close this file and turn the page on ISIS threats. It is a challenging project and solving it in accordance with international standards and in a manner that commensurate with the level of this country that has shaped the civilization of humanity is evidence of Iraq’s recovery.”

For his part, the National Security Advisor Mr. Qassim al-Araji thanked all government and international partners for their efforts, emphasizing the importance of accelerating the return process and closing Al-Hol camp. He also urged international partners to continue supporting Iraq in this effort. The ONE UN Plan builds upon Iraq’s efforts since 2021 to repatriate and reintegrate its citizens, particularly women and children who have lived in harsh and volatile conditions in Al-Hol. More than 60 percent of the Iraqis in the camp are children under 17, and 20 percent are under five, many of whom have been denied access to fundamental rights, including education. Recognizing the deteriorating…

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Nanticoke

HS ROUNDUP: Purdy’s 24 keeps Lehman undefeated in Division 2

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Post date February 1, 2025
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Lake-Lehman’s Kinley Purdy looks to shoot as Nanticoke Area’s Kate Reed just misses the chance to block her Thursday night at Nanticoke. DAVE SCHERBENCO / CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER
Lake-Lehman’s Kinley Purdy shoots as Nanticoke Area’s Neveah Baran defends Thursday night at Nanticoke. DAVE SCHERBENCO / CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER
Lake-Lehman’s Ella Wilson pressures as Nanticoke Area’s Neveah Baran looks to pass Thursday night at Nanticoke. DAVE SCHERBENCO / CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER
Lake-Lehman’s Ella Wilson shoots as Nanticoke Area’s Caitlin Majiros blocks her Thursday at Nanticoke. DAVE SCHERBENCO / CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER
Lake-Lehman’s Olivia Oliver and Nanticoke Area’s Caitlin Majiros chase the loose ball Thursday at Nanticoke. DAVE SCHERBENCO / CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER
Lake-Lehman’s Ella Wilson, right, pressures as Nanticoke Area’s Hailey Verazin looks to shoot Thursday night at Nanticoke. DAVE SCHERBENCO / CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER
Lake-Lehman’s Kathryn Morgan battles Nanticoke Area’s Caitlin Majiros for the ball Thursday night at Nanticoke. DAVE SCHERBENCO / CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER
Lake-Lehman’s Kinley Purdy defends as Nanticoke Area’s Kate Reed drives Thursday night at Nanticoke. DAVE SCHERBENCO / CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER

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Lake-Lehman’s Kinley Purdy looks to shoot as Nanticoke Area’s Kate Reed just misses the chance to block her Thursday night…

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Lenni Lenape

Girls Basketball: Results and recaps for Saturday-Sunday, Feb. 1-2

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Post date February 1, 2025
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Saturday, Feb. 1

Bergen County Invitational, Round of 16

24-Becton 48, 40-North Arlington 13 – Box Score

18-Ridgefield Park 49, 34-Paramus 38 – Box Score

29-Fair Lawn 40, 20-Waldwick 33 – Box Score

Bergen County Tournament, Round of 16

1-Saddle River Day 63, 16-Park Ridge 43 – Box Score

Essex County Invitational Tournament

Montclair Kimberley 28, Newark East Side 27 – Box Score

East Orange 52, West Caldwell Tech 18 – Box Score

Belleville 31, Newark Tech 30 – Box Score

Essex County Tournament, First Round

8-Verona 59, 9-Payne Tech 38 – Box Score

7-West Essex 66, 10-Columbia 43 – Box Score

Hunterdon/Warren/Sussex Tournament, First Round

13-Lenape Valley 56, 16-Warren Hills 37 – Box Score

11-Hackettstown 54, 18-Wallkill Valley 35 – Box Score

Morris County Tournament, Preliminary Round

12-Montville 61, 21-St. Elizabeth 32 – Box Score

14-Morris Hills 47, 19-Parsippany Hills 20 – Box Score

15-Hanover Park 38, 18-Kinnelon 26 – Box Score

Passaic County Tournament, Preliminary Round

Passaic Valley 41, Clifton 18 – Box Score

11-Wayne Hills 48, 14-Hawthorne Christian 23 – Box Score

12-Passaic 40, 13-Manchester Regional 26 – Box Score

SJIBT Showcase, Consolation

Collingswood 30, Moorestown Friends 20 – Box Score

Haddon Heights 61, Timber Creek 60 – Box Score

Bishop Eustace 48, Haddonfield 27 – Box Score

Somerset County Tournament, Second Round

6-Somerville 41, 11-Ridge 36 – Box Score

7-Bernards 58, 10-Watchung Hills 40 – Box Score

Regular Season

BCSL

Doane Academy 42, Maple Shade 25 – Box Score

Florence 42, Pennsauken Tech 40 – Box Score

BIG NORTH

Bergen Tech 32, Bergen Charter 27 – Box Score

Pascack Hills 57, New Milford 29 – Box Score

COLONIAL

Gateway 26,…

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Mohican

F1’s Wing Flex Revolution: McLaren’s ‘Mohican’ Innovation Shakes Up the Grid

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Post date February 1, 2025
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Formula 1’s relentless battle over wing flexibility has reached a fever pitch, and the latest technological breakthrough is sending shockwaves through the paddock. In an era defined by ground effect cars pushed to their aerodynamic limits, the secret to success lies in how teams manipulate wing flex to balance downforce and stability at blistering speeds. Last year, McLaren’s ingenious ‘Mohican’ wing design turned the tables on Red Bull’s long-held dominance—and the ripple effects are set to redefine the sport in 2025.

A High-Speed Balancing Act: The Science of Aero-Flex

Since the late 1990s, wing flexibility has been a battleground for Formula 1 engineers. But with the advent of ground effect cars that run lower and faster than ever before, the challenge has intensified. The trick is to design a front wing that is aggressive at low speeds while naturally reducing its power at high speeds to maintain rear stability. When a car reaches speeds beyond 120–130mph, static load tests no longer reveal the full story: it’s the dynamic flex on track that can make or break performance.

McLaren discovered that by maintaining rigidity in the inboard section of the wing while allowing a non-linear increase in flex at the outboard end, they could achieve the perfect compromise. This delicate balance creates a wing that is potent at low speeds yet mellows out at high speeds—keeping the car stable in fast corners without sacrificing the downforce needed for grip. The computation behind this complex carbon fiber lay-up is mind-boggling and extremely costly, but it has paid off handsomely for McLaren.

The Battle Lines Are Drawn: Clampdowns and Copycats

The innovation sparked by McLaren was not left unchallenged. With Mercedes and Alpine quickly developing similar aero-flex solutions—thanks to strategic upgrades in Miami and Austin, respectively—Red Bull and Ferrari have been forced…

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Delaware Tribe

Celebrating 400 Years of the Greatest City in the World Celebrar los 400 años de la ciudad más grandiosa del mundo – Manhattan Times News

Celebrating 400 Years of the Greatest City in the World

By Eric L. Adams

Photos: NYC Mayoral Photography Office

2025 marks a historic occasion — our city’s 400th anniversary.

It marks four centuries since the first European settlement of Manhattan in 1625, on land then known as Lenapehoking, the homeland of the Lenape people. The tiny Dutch colony began as New Amsterdam and then changed to New York when the English took control and expanded rapidly. A century ago, its boundaries increased beyond the island of Manhattan to encompass the Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, and Staten Island.

The city marked the first Lenape Heritage Day this past November.

To celebrate our city’s 400th anniversary, we are proud to announce the launch of our “Founded By NYC” campaign, which focuses on commemorating and celebrating our city’s 400th birthday and honoring the Indigenous communities that came long before. The campaign highlights contributions from New York City that have shaped our nation and affirmed our country’s place in the world.

A new website has been launched.

Our website, FoundedByNYC.com, features events and activities that showcase our city’s amazing 400-year history. You can also sign up for our newsletter, which will keep you up to date on events in the five boroughs and submit information about your own events that illustrate New York City’s past so that we can showcase it on our calendar.

The campaign highlights contributions from New York City that have shaped our nation.”

Even as we look forward and celebrate all our great city has to offer, our administration is deeply committed to acknowledging and engaging with our city’s complex past. That is why we met with Chief…

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Mohegan

ESPN Analyst States Caitlin Clark ‘Is the Needle’ After NBA All-Star Decision

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Post date January 31, 2025
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On January 29, it was announced that Indiana Fever icon Caitlin Clark would not be participating in a three-point shooting competition during the NBA All-Star Weekend, which takes place from February 14-16.

It was reported that Clark’s reasoning for this is that she’d prefer to make her three-point shooting competition debut during the 2025 WNBA All-Star Game, which is taking place at the Fever’s home court in Indianapolis.

Clark has received much positive feedback from many within the media (including Stephen A. Smith) for this decision to prioritize her own league over the NBA.

And ESPN analyst Chiney Ogwumike offered her own praise during a January 30 episode of First Take.

“A lot of people say that Caitlin Clark moves the needle. That is wrong. She is the needle,” Ogwumike said, per an X post from First Take.

“She dictates. We all know what she has done on the floor. It’s history, right? But off the floor, my goodness. She and the Indiana Fever accounted for 45% of all the broadcast value of the WNBA last season. She accounted also for helping drive the numbers of merchandising up.

“Most importantly, I think people look at this and think she said no. That’s not the case,” Ogwumike added of Clark’s decision. “She said she wants her first competition to be in Indy, at WNBA All-Star, which to me is huge. People don’t see the numbers below, the economic impact… So I understand her point of view. She wants to probably let other athletes shine… There are previous winners that should probably get an opportunity to compete.

“So I think Caitlin, she moves because she knows people follow her no matter where she goes, and she’s very strategic about dictating where her value is,” she concluded.

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