LOCAL BRIEF: Cards' hoops coach resigns

Jul. 13—Pine Grove seeking boys' hoops coach

PINE GROVE — Frank D'Agostino III has resigned as the Pine Grove Area High School head boys' basketball coach.

D'Agostino had been the head coach at Pine Grove for the past nine seasons, compiling a 73-125 overall record. He guided the Cardinals to the District 11 playoffs five times during his tenure.

The Pine Grove Area School District is accepting applications for the available position. Interested candidates should send a letter of interest and resume to Joanne Brindle, assistant to the superintendent, Pine Grove Area School District, 103 School St., Pine Grove, PA 17963. Candidates will need to provide a PA Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse Clearance Check and FBI Clearance Check prior to being hired.

For more information, email athletic director Scott Dimon at sdimon@pgasd.com.

Big Diamond event postponed to today

FORESTVILLE — After an afternoon thunderstorm and with more severe weather forecasted tonight, and the safety of drivers and fans in mind, Super DIRTcar Series and Big Diamond Speedway officials have postponed Tuesday's event at the track until today.

All times will remain the same, with the grandstands and pit gate opening at 4 p.m. Hot laps will take place at 6:30 p.m., and racing will start at 7:30 p.m.

This will be the first time since 2009 that the Super DIRTcar Series has returned to Big Diamond Speedway. The big block modifieds will take to the track in a 75-lap Anthracite Assault feature that pays $7,500 to the winner.

The 602 crate sportsman and the roadrunners are also scheduled to be on tonight's card.

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