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Two new must-have books for area anglers

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The twitchy weather pattern over the next few weeks is a reminder that January is not the best month for fishing and a cue that the extra hours of free time can be wisely invested in reading about our favorite sport. Good books can be a friend and advisor, reliable tour guide and ...

Steelers look to end playoff futility

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PITTSBURGH — Mike Tomlin has no interest in shucking the weight of the Pittsburgh Steelers’ recent playoff failures onto the shoulders of his players heading into Monday night’s opening-round visit by Houston. “I’m certainly not going to unpack my bags on the collective’s bed, if ...

Browns interview Durde, Pitcher for head coach

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BEREA — Seattle defensive coordinator Aden Durde and Cincinnati offensive coordinator Dan Pitcher interviewed for the Cleveland Browns’ head coaching opening on Friday. The Browns fired Kevin Stefanski on Monday after six seasons and a 36-58 overall mark. Stefanski interviewed for ...

Pirates-Mets part of NBC’s MLB 2026 opening-day doubleheader

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NEW YORK — NBC’s return to broadcasting Major League Baseball games will start with an opening-day doubleheader on March 26. Reigning NL Cy Young Award winner Paul Skenes and the Pittsburgh Pirates will face Juan Soto and the New York Mets at 1 p.m. Eastern on NBC and Peacock. At 8 p.m., ...

YSU struggles offensively in 61-49 loss to Northern Kentucky

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YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State was unable to overcome its worst shooting performance of the season on Thursday. Northern Kentucky gave the Penguins a dose of their own medicine defensively, as YSU shot just 27.1% in a 61-49 loss to the Norse at Zidian Family Arena. “We shot it really good ...

YSU beats Bryant & Stratton to snap four-game losing streak

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YOUNGSTOWN — For Youngstown State, the difference between wins and losses this season has been small, with four of the Penguins’ five losses in Horizon League play coming by five or fewer points. Games have come down to just a few plays, as was the case in losses to Robert Morris, Oakland ...