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Phantoms fall to Caps in playoff opener

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YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown Phantoms were aggressive in the offensive zone, but were held off the scoreboard for over 57 minutes. Despite a late push, the Phantoms fell short in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals, falling to the Madison Capitols 2-1 at Covelli Centre. “It was ...

Local book takes look at golf culture

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Jack Wollitz has had a passion for fishing since he was a child. Around that time, he also developed a fascination with golf. Recently, Wollitz tapped into that love for golf, publishing his new book ‘The Common Golfer,’ which was released April 7. He previously published ‘The Common ...

High School Sports Roundup from April 17

High School Sports

BASEBALL Field 4, Warren JFK 2 — Confer had three hits and an RBI to lead Field. Conroy added two hits and two RBIs for the Falcons. Landon Snyder and Jason Andre had a hit and RBI each for JFK. Poland 9, Springfield 3 — Carmine Tukalo had three hits, including a triple and a pair of ...

The sounds of spring are filling the air

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Every day as we advance toward May, the wetlands around our region’s lakes play a symphony of songs that enchant those of us who love our outdoors. Springtime music fills the air around Mosquito, Pymatuning, West Branch, Milton, Berlin and Shenango. Songbirds play the high notes, while ...

Cavaliers are a different team since last facing Raptors

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CLEVELAND — The Cleveland Cavaliers last faced the Toronto Raptors on Nov. 24. Considering the changes the Cavaliers have gone through, the nearly five-month gap might seem more like five seasons. Since the Raptors’ 110-99 victory in Toronto on Nov. 24, the Cavaliers added James Harden in ...