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Lunar lore when it comes to fishing

What is the first thing you look at when planning a fishing trip? For many, it is as simple as “when is my next day off?” With today’s hectic schedules and multiple family commitments, any time you can get on the water is a good time to go fishing. However, for others, it comes down not only to when they can fish but also to when they are most successful. While everyone has their own criteria for judging fishing prospects, a long-held belief is to fish during the moon phase. But does it work? Let's take a deeper dive into the moon phase, fish behavior and whether one really does ...

Madigan named Hilbert’s top female athlete

HAMBURG, N.Y. — Freshman Lindsay Madigan (Warren/Warren) was recently named the 2025-26 Hilbert College Female Athlete of the Year, as selected by the Hawks' head coaches and support staff. In just her first year of NCAA competition, Madigan helped lead the women's volleyball program to new heights in the 2025 season. The first-year setter did it all for the Hawks in her rookie campaign on her way to earning AMCC co-Newcomer of the Year honors, as well as a Second-Team All-Conference nod. Madigan led Hilbert with 320.5 points, while her 395 assists, 306 digs, 58 service aces, 2.72 ...

Tarp Skunks attempt to end modest skid

Times Observer photos by Matt Spielman Above left, Jamestown Tarp Skunks starting pitcher Ryan Tatar delivers to the plate during Friday's Perfect Game Collegiate Baseball League game against the Niagara Ironbacks at Diethrick Park in Jamestown, N.Y. Above right, Niagara's Franklin ...

Bigger stages

There is no question that there is some great golf in the area and a trio of golfers put proof to that on both the state and national level earlier this week. Conewango Valley Country Club’s Nate Sandberg competed in the region’s qualifier for the 113th Pennsylvania Amateur ...

Corry trap team celebrates successful season

COLUMBUS — Members of the Corry trap team gathered recently to celebrate another successful season during the team’s annual awards banquet, recognizing individual achievements, team accomplishments and the dedication of student-athletes throughout the 2026 season. The evening’s highest ...

What we can learn from the youth

From a young age, we’ve been taught to learn from our elders. While this still holds true, I propose that we also learn from our children. We can all reminisce when childhood embodied simpler times, more fun, and less stress. By tapping into these forgotten mindsets and listening to what ...