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Multiple write-in candidates in the May 16 primary, who received enough votes for their respective offices to qualify for the November general election, formally have accepted their nominations.

COCHRANTON — The borough will hold a dedication ceremony on Sunday at 2 p.m. to formally open Cochranton Landing, its access area to French Creek.

Avenue United are eyeing up back to back league and cup doubles this week. David Russell’s side defended their Clare Cup title with a 2-0 win over Lifford United in this year’s final. They now host Newmarket Celtic in Roslevan on Wednesday evening in a game to decide the league champions, with the holders needing […]

TOULOUSE, France (AP) — New Zealand women clinched the rugby sevens world series crown by powering into the quarterfinals of the France Sevens on Friday. The women put 50 points on Poland and 31 on the United States in their pool to secure a quarterfinal spot and win the series with two days to spare.

Bringing Taiwan to the World and the World to Taiwan

Bringing Taiwan to the World and the World to Taiwan

Both Newmarket Celtic and Avenue United face away trips in the Last 16 of the FAI Junior Cups.

In its fourth week, the massive academic workers strike has led to canceled finals, delayed grades and growing angst among students.

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — South Africa won the Dubai Sevens a fourth straight time after putting away Ireland 21-5 in the final on Saturday. The South Africans dominated possession in the first half and scored three converted tries to lead 21-0 at the break.

The well-travelled Harry McNulty captains the Ireland 7s in Dubai this weekend.