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Panthers dodge Huskies, 5-4

From staff reports Mifflin County girls lacrosse faced Central Dauphin East on Monday and fell just short, losing 5-4. Huskies’ Madison Keefer had the first goal of the night, followed by two more goals by Issabella Snyder and a final goal by Emmaleigh Harmon. There were multiple shots on goal Monday night and a number of saves by goalie Sophie Heider and Joshlyn Tate. In the end, Central Dauphin East defeated Mifflin County. SOFTBALL Newport sinks Juniata Newport softball dropped Juniata on Monday, 20-13. For the Indians, Sophia Smith tallied two hits and two RBIs. ...

Fink signs deal with Nashville

UNIVERSITY PARK – Junior forward Aiden Fink (Calgary, Alberta) became the 15th Nittany Lion in program history, third so far this year, to put pen to paper on an NHL contract as he signed a three-year, entry-level deal with the Nashville Predators the club announced on Monday afternoon. Fink, infamously known as long-time General Manager David Poile’s final draft pick, signed an ATO with the Milwaukee Admirals at the end of March. Fink has played the past six games for Milwaukee registering 10 points, all coming in his last five games, on three goals and seven assists including a ...

Doc Rivers steps down as Bucks' coach

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Doc Rivers is stepping down as Milwaukee Bucks coach, capping a tumultuous year in which he was selected for the Hall of Fame while his injury-riddled team fell far short of expectations. “I have truly loved my time in Milwaukee,” Rivers said Monday in a statement released by the team. “Coming back to where I got my start, to a city that has always embraced me, has been a privilege. I am disappointed that things did not turn out the way any of us hoped, but I am deeply grateful for this experience, the relationships built, and unwavering support from our fans ...

East Juniata falls short against Line Mountain 9-6

By Connor Jackson Sports correspondent COCOLAMUS — The East Juniata baseball team couldn’t overcome a five-run deficit in the seventh inning to lose 9-6 to Line Mountain Monday evening. A close double play ended the game with two runners on and only one out. “Yes, it was always ...

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Smith emerges as winner of thrilling sprint feature

PORT ROYAL — Ryan Smith came out on top of a thrilling battle with Chase Dietz and won the sprint car feature Saturday night at Port Royal Speedway, in Port Royal. The $6,000 win was Smith’s first of the season aboard the iconic Kreitz Racing 69K and came in the third race of the PA Posse ...