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Fishing for freedom: veterans shine

The sixth annual Western New York Walleye Classic in Dunkirk once again showcased some of the finest walleye anglers on Lake Erie, but one of the most meaningful stories of the tournament had little to do with prize money or trophies. Instead, it was about gratitude, service and giving back ...

Marathon victory

With runners at the corners, one out and a once huge lead in jeopardy, Jamestown reliever Eli Bryant delivered to the plate in the seventh inning of Tuesday’s Perfect Game Collegiate Baseball League contest at Diethrick Park. Olean’s Dana Williams took off from first on an attempted ...

4 Frewsburg girls named all-stars

The Section VI Division 4 flag football league recently announced its all-star teams along with the top two players on both offense and defense. Out of those four players only one was not a senior, but Fredonia freshman Megan Ivory certainly competed like she had plenty of experience. ...

New faces, first-time winners at Stateline

BUSTI — A favorable weather window allowed Stateline Speedway to complete a seven-class racing program on Saturday night, featuring a mix of new faces and first-time winners. The event coincided with Autograph Night, a fan-favorite tradition where spectators meet drivers on the historic Busti ...

WNY Walleye Classic put kids at center stage

While tournament anglers pursued trophy walleye on Lake Erie during the WNY Walleye Classic last weekend, another story was unfolding on Dunkirk's Central Avenue Pier — one that may leave an even greater and more lasting impact on the community. As adult competitors rivaled each other on ...

Flyers gymnasts compete at states

Flyers Gymnastics competitive team members recently attended their respective state meets. Every Flyers team member qualified for states. Sophie Johnson in the Senior D Division at Xcel Platinum won the New York state bars championship with a score of 9.525. She also placed eighth on vault ...