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THURSDAY, JUNE 3, 2021 • Volume 41 – No. 44

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Remembering and honoring in White Haven and Weatherly

Top left, White Haven Honor Roll. Top right, Miss Poppy Noelle Rambaran and Poppy Princess Aurelia Rambaran at the Weatherly monument. Bottom left, the Lehigh River bridge in White Haven. Bottom right, Our Lady of Lourdes Cemetery, Weatherly. For video of Weatherly and White Haven ceremonies, visit our Facbook page.

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Editorial

Goodbye White Haven bank by Ruth and Seth Isenberg This is the week to stop in to PNC Bank to say goodbye. White Haven will be without a bank for the first time in well over 100 years. First established as the White Haven Savings Bank when White Haven was a lumbering center and key point on the Lehigh Canal, it was acquired by the fast-growing Northeastern Bank of Scranton, and later First Eastern Bank. It was First Eastern that moved its location across the street to a new structure, leaving the old one to become the current municipal building in 1976. In 1993, PNC Bank acquired First Eastern Bank. Through these changes, one thing has remained constant — the personal, friendly service provided by local men and women who weren’t just tellers and loan officers — they were friends. Losing any local bank is a major loss that leaves a hole not easily filled. PNC will close the branch, and put the building up for sale to any business that is not a bank. PNC customers are asked to go to Mountain Top, although the Blakeslee branch is also not far…just not White Haven. While electronic banking means the bank is no longer the heart of a town’s business community, it is still key to those businesses still handling cash. Without a local bank, those businesses will be scrambling. Changes to banking in our country are accelerating. The first ATM made it far less likely we’d go inside the bank to do our business, and drive-through banking made staying out easier. Now there is online banking that reduces the need for a brick and mortar bank, and big corporations like PNC are now severely cutting back…which brings us to our own soon to be closed bank. There will be an effort to attract a new bank to White Haven, but for now and as of June 11, part of our history, and part of our community, is being lost.

Archives From The Weatherly Herald May 27, 1971 James P. Faust and Cletus Milan, Publishers Joyce Saeger, R.N., will be the commencement speaker at the Weatherly Area High School graduation ceremony to be held June 4 at Eurana Park. Baccalaureate services for the graduates will be held this Sunday, also at Eurana Park.

out of Little League.” The Weatherly Area Booster Club has paid for new hats for the girls softball team. Congratulations to Pip Rader who was named head Gaudio’s Greenhouses in Hazleton advertised beautiful basketball coach at Panther Valley High School, ending a garden plants for sale. successful run coaching at Jim Lemmo’s Greenhouse in Jim Thorpe has many summer Thorpe. The Eurana Park lake is flowers and vegetable plants. filled ahead of the May 30 opening of the swimming A photo inside this issue shows the panel for the annual season at the park. This will be the first in a long time that Mother-Daughter Tea by the there will be plenty of water local chapter of the Future With election results in, for overflow, with more water Paul Panckeri won the Demo- Homemakers of America. coming into the lake from Shown are Mildred Henritzy cratic nomination for Packer the recently acquired adjaand Beth McGeehan, with Township supervisor, defeatcent dam — making for better members of the chapter. ing Timothy Younker and swimming and cleaner water. Charles L. Bird. He will face Don Garber’s column about Republican Valeria Funk in From The Journal-Herald varsity basketball coach Cy November’s election. May 30, 1991 Fulton attracted two more letters to the editor in support Clara and Jay Holder, Incumbents James Walker Publishers and John ‘Bud’ Angst, Repub- of the departing coach. White Haven Borough licans, and Democrat Albert Council held a special meetThe Weatherly Babe Ruth Koch were top vote getters for ing on Friday to consider a county commissioner. Demo- team won their opener 6-4 replacement for its wrecked crat Charles Wildoner had the versus Beaver-Banks. John police cruiser. Council connext highest vote total and will Timko led the hit parade sidered an ’84 Buick from with three singles, and Billy run with Koch in the fall. Hart hit a triple and a double. Feissner Ford with 87,444 Janet Seigendall was elected Timko went all the way on the miles, and the used ’84 Ford police cruiser for sale from mound for the win. president and Karen Jeppsen Their next games are Friday Rice Township with 85,000 vice-president of the of the against McAdoo, then a trip to miles. The Buick was priced Laurytown 4-H Club. at $3,700 and the Ford at Tresckow on Monday. $1,500. Chief of Police Gary Edward Romig, 99, and Shupp recommended the poFrom The Sidelines, Elsie Cross Williams, 95, will lice car. After negotiating with by Don Garber be honored this weekend at Rice Township, the car was Garber writes about an eel the Homecoming Celebration delivered Tuesday morning as Weatherly’s oldest citizens. that was caught in the pond and went right into service. behind the Poor House Dam Williams was born in the The cost to buy the used last week by Wally Schaefer. home that she still lives in; cruiser was mostly covered by Garber speculates that eel Romig’s family moved to insurance on the cruiser that eggs somehow got into the Weatherly when he was 11. was wrecked last week. pond off of some migratory White Haven’s other police birds. “Wally was as surprised Two pad-mounted 2500 as anyone when he hooked the cruiser, a 1983 Dodge DipKVA G.E. transformers lomat police cruiser, is now creature.” arrived here on Tuesday for advertised for sale — as is. Garber complimented the installation at the new Carbon A permit has been issued Babe Ruth team on their win, County Home for the aged. noting that it is “a fine accom- to a contractor who will be The units arrived a month replacing all cable lines in the plishment … as a good many early. Each unit weighs 13 of the kids are rookies, just tons, and costs $9,500. See ARCHIVES, page 6 Ruth Roof was installed as president of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Eroh-Warner Post of the VFW.

Public Notices LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Letters Testamentary have been granted by the Register of Wills of Luzerne County, PA, on May 10, 2021, in the Estate of Frederick T. Sacco, late of Freeland Borough, who died April 15, 2021, to Brian K. Sacco, Executor. All persons indebted to said Estate are requested to make payment and those having claims to present them immediately to: SENAPE & ASSOCIATES James V. Senape, Jr., Esquire Catherine A. McGovern, Esquire Michael B. Senape, Esquire 612-614 Main Street, P. O. Box 179 Freeland, PA 18224-0179 570-636-3133 6/10

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT There will be a Meeting of the Packer Township Planning Commission on Tuesday, June 15, 2021 at 7:00 P.M. at the Packer Township Municipal Building, 2234 Hudson Drive, Weatherly, PA 18255 to provide comments and/or recommendations on the following new application: The application of James Grega, 2432 Wetzel Run Drive, Weatherly, PA, 18255. The applicant seeks an amendment to the Packer Township Zoning Map, pursuant to Section 1401 of the Zoning Ordinance, to rezone the subject parcel as I-1 Light Industrial District. The property in question is located on State Route 93, Weatherly, PA 18255, in the R-1 Zoning District. Tax Parcel ID: 112-45-A43 BY ORDER OF: Phillip Prout, Zoning Officer Packer Township 2234 Hudson Drive Weatherly, PA 18255 6/10

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LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Borough Council of Weatherly Borough, Carbon County, Pennsylvania will adopt at a meeting to be held on Monday, June 21, 2021 at 6:00 P.M. prevailing time, at the Weatherly Municipal Building located at 61 West Main Street, Weatherly, PA. two (2) Ordinances. The Ordinances are entitled: “ AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF WEATHERLY REPEALING CHAPTER 92 REGARDING VEHICLES ABANDONED AND UNLICENSED”; and “AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF WEATHERLY AMENDING CHAPTER 27 REGARDING ELECTRIC SERVICE AND PROVIDING FOR THE SALE AND/OR RESALE OF ELECTRICITY.” A summary of the contents of the Ordinances are as follows: 1. Chapter 92 of the Weatherly Borough Code regarding vehicles abandoned and unlicensed shall be repealed. 2. Chapter 27 of the Borough Code regarding electricity shall be amended to provide that the Borough prohibits any electric generation supplier from serving and use customers within the Municipal limits of the Borough of

Weatherly, that no persons shall purchase electric energy from the Borough and resell such energy and that Consumer Service Generation will be allowed in the Borough subject to technical requirements to be established by a Resolution of Borough Council. The full text of the Ordinances in their entirety may be examined at the Weatherly Borough Municipal Building located at 10 Wilbur Street, Weatherly, Pennsylvania, Monday through Friday during regular business hours. A copy of the full text of the proposed Ordinance has also been provided to The Journal Herald at 211 Main Street, White Haven, PA 18661, Pennsylvania, and the Carbon County Law Library located at the Carbon County Courthouse, Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania and may be examined there. BOROUGH OF WEATHERLY HAROLD PUDLINER, Borough Manager Weatherly Borough 10 Wilbur Street Weatherly, PA 18255 JAMES R. NANOVIC, ESQUIRE Borough Solicitor 57 Broadway Jim Thorpe, PA 18229

PLUMC to hold flea market

The 18th annual Pocono Lake United Methodist Church Community Flea Market will take place on Saturday, June 12, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., rain or shine, on the Pocono Lake United Methodist Church’s front green, 1188 Route 940, Pocono Lake, just 3.5 miles east of Blakeslee Corners. A wide selection of items will be available for purchase, featuring many vendor offerings, delicious home baked goods, jams, and jellies, and White Elephant tables filled

with holiday decorations, furniture, antiques, tools, kitchen appliances, toys, strollers, cribs, games, books, etc. The United Methodist Women of the church sponsor and staff the event, and proceeds support the Methodist Women’s mission projects, including local and worldwide charities. Vendor tables/ space are available for $15 by contacting the church office at 570-646-2650. Pre-payment is requested. Checks may be made out to Pocono Lake United Methodist Church.

MONTHS OF HARD WORK, hours of training, dollars spent on apparatus and equipent, and the dedication of the officers and members of the Lake Harmony Volunteer Fire Company finally paid off on May 3. Jason Smith, right, Deputy Director of th Eastern PA EMS Council presented the company with the paperwork and plaques that mark them as an accredited Voluntary Rescue Service. They are the first company in Carbon County to receive this recognition from the state fire commissioner’s office and the Pennsylvania Department of Health. The Voluntary Rescue Service Recognition program provides guidance for staffing, training, education and equipment for vehicle and machinery rescue. It includes minimum manpower levels as well. In making the presentation, Smith said “The leadership of Lake Harmony Volunteer Fire Company had a vision. Their vision was to advance the services they were able to provide to those living in or traveling through the Lake Harmony area, and, in short order, they were able to make that vision a reality.” Above, Fire Chief Ralph Lennon holds the decal which is now displayed on the new rescue truck, while Deputy Chief Joe Lennon shows the official plaque, shown below.

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Obituaries THOMAS S. DOUGLAS SR.

Thomas S. Douglas, Sr., beloved father and grandfather, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 23, 2021 at Heritage Hill in Weatherly. Tom spent the majority of his 92 years in his beloved town of Weatherly, where he was born, spent his childhood, and went on to raise his own family. The son of the late Rosalie Winnicki and Michael Douglas, Tom was born on October 27, 1928. Tom was predeceased by his cherished wife Alberta (Forke) “Bertie” Douglas on January 19, 2011. He was also predeceased by a

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number of siblings. Tom is survived by his daughter Carol (Douglas) Kosik; sons Thomas Douglas, Jr. and wife Gigi, and Robert J. Douglas and wife Aleydis; grandsons Nicholas and wife Allie, Matthew and wife Alli, and Jonathan; and great-grandson Cade Michael Kosik. Many nephews and nieces also survive Tom. Tom worked as an electrician for many years and took great pride in serving the community with his skills. He also served honorably in the United States Coast Guard and the United States Navy and was a member of Our Lady of Lourdes R.C.C. of Weatherly and the Knights of Columbus. Most importantly, Tom was deeply devoted to his family. He enjoyed spending time with loved ones in his home, sharing his passions for building and collecting, and telling stories. A lifelong animal lover, Tom appreciated spending time with his “great grand dogs” Dalton and Irving in recent years. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Philip J. Jeffries Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Weatherly A Mass of Christian burial celebrating Tom’s life will be held on June 4 at 11 a.m. from Our Lady of Lourdes R.C.C, followed by interment with Military Honors in the St. Nicholas R.C.C. Cemetery. Prior to the Mass, please join Tom’s family at 10 a.m. for calling hour at Our Lady of Lourdes. Online condolences may be extended by visiting www. griffithsfuneralhomes.com

Packer Supervisors vote to approve fire protection agreement by Seth Isenberg

supporting Citizens Fire Company. Everyone in the coverPacker Township superviage area will now be paying sors, at their June 1 meeting, the same per household. voted to approve the agreeThe agreement is for ment with Weatherly Borough three years, retroactive to that was presented in March. April, and will mean that Supervisors held a work sesthe township will take some sion with Weatherly council money out of its general members and Citizens Fire fund balance, as the expense Company officers on May 27 over and above the previous and were able to come to an agreement was not budgeted understanding. for this year. The agreement puts Packer With the .7 mill fire tax Township and Weatherly in place, there are funds to Borough property owners on draw from, and the numbers equal footing when it comes to will get another look when

the 2022 budget is worked on later this fall. Supervisor Terry Davis points out that “we don’t want to raise taxes.” There are some questions about impact of some agreement language to the township’s liability insurance coverage, and questions about the fire coverage agreement looking ahead beyond these three years. More about the regular business of this meeting will be written in an upcoming Journal-Herald.

Letter to the Editor

To the Editor: Almost 76 years ago, in August 1945, my then 18 year old father was in the US Army and was sent from basic training to an invasion staging base near Olympia, WA. America was preparing a million troop invasion of Japan. In August, 1945, President Harry Truman saved hundreds of thousands of American lives using two atom bombs. My father’s life might have been one of them. My Dad was part of what is today rightfully esteemed as our “Greatest Generation.” My father died on Valentine’s Day in 1994.

My father would be ashamed of the next generation of cowards, who have decided democracy and the will of the people are “fake news.” The current generation of Boomers and others in which 74 million Americans have decided to bend their knees to a new dictator and his Nazi-worshipping voters is a mockery to the memory of all our veterans who have died to preserve our democracy. I am ashamed to be part of what has to be considered American history’s “Worst

Generation.” January 6, 2021 was the most shameful and horrifying day in American history. We attacked ourselves and our Constitution. Pearl Harbor Day, 9/11, DDay, and the 4th of July will forever signal the ultimate triumphs of American democracy over evil. January 6, 2021 demonstrated the exact opposite. Will 2021 be the year democracy dies? David Panckeri Weatherly

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Veterans Corner

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WACL Basket Raffle changed

Commentary by John Kearns, USCG Ret., chiefkearns@gmail.com WHAT A WEEKEND. Rain, cold, and 40 degrees one day, then sunny, warm, and 75 degrees the next. Our weather makes it exceedingly difficult to plan, but plan and execute we did. It started months ago. The Greater White Haven Chamber of Commerce, White Haven Marine Corps League, our VFW with the AMVETS, and American Legion were working on our plans to do good things for the residents of White Haven. While the snow was still falling, letters were being written, a parade route being planned, rifles cleaned and readied, and flags checked and creased. Lists of names were formatted. Flyers, newspaper articles and social media published. Our challenges were the weather, the COVID restrictions, US governmental red tape, and the timeline required-entry dates – adding some roadblocks to all the best planning and coordination. Many of those involved in the battle to do something “Great and Memorable” for

our town’s residents were our aging veteran population and long-time residents of the area. Aside from those mentioned, White Haven Fire Company joined our day. The 18 Jeeps, many from out of town, braved the storm, some driving many miles to get here in the rain. Their purpose was to have a type of legal Parade, when it was still illegal to have a parade, the Jeeps proudly carried the colors and banners of our nation announcing the end of the COVID plague on us all. It was great, but few were there to appreciate it due to the rain. We managed to plan and present the Crestwood High School band, and a US Air Force national guard band though few were there to appreciate it. Thank you to the younger men and women for braving the weather for our event. The Marine Corps League, from their own time and funds and served free hot dogs and draft birch beer to all the residents of the town, though few

were there to enjoy them. We recognized our local Poppy King & Queen, high school students did select readings of historic orations of history and poetry, but few were there to hear and witness the events. Our town’s combat wounded and killed were read in a dignified address in honor and remembrance of our past. As the sun rose Memorial Day Morning, veterans from all eras and all branches gathered. The day held great importance, and everything had to be correct, and it was. It was time to honor and remember our fallen, those who died for all our freedom. Five times the ceremony was executed with practice and military precision before small gatherings of locals there to see and appreciate the time and effort put in for the ceremonial occasion. Undeterred by the low attendances of the weekend, White Haven’s Veterans completed the mission to those who passed before us, Honor and Remembrance for comrades in arms who gave the ultimate sacrifice to preserve a free nation.

Our final gesture was “Taps Across America.” At VFW POST 6615, at 1457 hours (2:57 p.m.), “attention” to orders sounded on the Naval ships bell. At the strike of 3 p.m., Taps was played, rendering a final salute to close the day of honor and respect. It is not easy to thank all who took part and contributed, but those who did understand the day, the men and women who stood before us, as we stand now, and the coming generation who will preserve and defend the American spirit. Thank you readers as well. Note: In next week’s article, I will have a contact address for area Purple Heart recipients and, if they are deceased, their family members. The National Purple Heart Assn provided recipients names of the medal for the Plaque. If you have the award or are a family member of the awardee and the name was not read on Sunday, I will have information to verify and add them to the PH honor Plaque located at the VFW.

A Prayer to the Blessed Virgin

(Never known to fail) O most beautiful flower of Mount Carmel, Fruitful Vine Splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God. Immaculate Virgin, assist me in this my necessity. O Star of the Sea, help me and show me herein you are my mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succor me in this necessity; there are none that can withstand your power. O, show me herein you are my Mother. O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee. (say 3 times) Sweet Mother, I place this cause in your hands. (say 3 times) Holy Spirit, you who solve all problems, who lights all roads so that I can attain my goal. You who give me the divine gift to forgive and forget all evil against me and that in all instances of my life you are with me. I want this short prayer to thank you for all things as you confirm once again that I never want to be separated from you in eternal glory. Thank you for your mercy toward me and mine. The person must say this prayer for 3 consecutive days. After the 3rd day, the request will be granted, no matter how difficult it may be. This prayer must be published after the favor is granted. A.M.M.

Breakfast served June 13 at White Haven VFW VFW Post 6615 of White Haven will sponsor an all you can eat breakfast on Sunday, June 13, from 8 a.m. to Noon. The menu includes eggs (made to order), pancakes, French toast, waffles, potatoes, sausage, bacon, creamed chip beef, toast (white, wheat

or rye), orange juice, coffee, and tea. The price is $9 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. Take-outs are subject to a 50¢ extra charge and are not all you can eat. For information call 570443-3333 after 2 p.m. daily.

The Weatherly Area Community Library basket raffle will be held on Saturday, August 21, from 9–1 p.m. at the Packer Township Municipal Building, 2234 Hudson Drive, Weatherly. Drawing begins promptly at 1 p.m. Preview Night will be Friday, August 20, from 6–8 p.m. Tickets may be purchased at that time. Winners need not be present. There will be over 100 baskets, along with bigger ticket items, lottery tree and large Jar of Money valued over $100 up for grabs. Kitchen will be open for hot dogs, hamburgers, bar-b-que, haluski, baked goods, etc.

Book Sale The Library will hold a Book Sale on Friday, June 25, from 9 a.m.–1 p.m. and Saturday, June 26, from 9 a.m.–1 p.m.

Raffle winners The winners of the “Money Extravaganza” sponsored by the WACL are: $500, Jennifer Carr; $250, Barbara Hamm; $100, Brian Witner; $ 50, Larry Skinner; $ 50, Jimmy Wetzel; $50, Donna Kester. Congratulations to all winners and thank you for your support.

Hillclimb stand The WACL will be sponsoring a food stand at the Weatherly Hillclimb on Saturday, June 12 and Sunday, June 13. Items for sale will be: hot dogs, turkey bar-b-que and homemade potato cakes (bleenies). Many drivers will participate in the 1-mile timed run up the hill beginning at 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. on both days, followed by a trophy presentation following the races on Sunday.

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Archives

Capital costs for a surface water treatment facility, and its operating costs, are being Continued from page 2 evaluated, but it looks like the borough, and out to Lehigh best option is a new well and a Tannery. “packed tower aeration” treatThough the efforts of the ment facility for that well. Greater Weatherly Area With the Linesville ReserCommunity Chest, swimming voir eliminated, an elevated lessons will again be offered water storage tank will be reat Eurana Park Lake this July. quired to meet peak demands, Registration will be next Friand fire suppression flows. day and Saturday… Bring the PennVEST loans and grants, Red Cross card received after block grants and other loans passing last year… A donation and bonds are being looked of $5 per family is requested. over to pay for this construcThe classes will be held under tion of a 500,000 gallon elethe direction of Annette vated storage tank, construcLencovich Boyle, WSI, and her tion of a packed tower aeration assistants. water treatment facility, Swim committee members buying the Woodhaven Water of the GWA Community Chest Company and connecting it are chairman Andrea Romig, into the Authority system, and Stephanie Barna, Sandra installing about 8,500 feet of Shamonsky, Bonnie Boothe water mains. Cost is estimated and Judy Shields. at $2 million. With all this, all of the homes not already with water Retired newspaper editor meters will get one installed. and journalist Wilson Barto, The Authority has obtained a Weatherly native, has been named public information of- a $200,000 loan to cover ficer for Lower Bucks Hospital per-construction costs. An increase in water rates will be in Bristol, PA. required to finance the The White Haven Municipal improvements, the first increase to start on July 1. Authority has contracted for design of various improveRetired U.S.A.F. S.M.S. ments to the water supply and distribution system. Residents Charles Feist came home to White Haven to attend a of White Haven Borough are wedding. He visited the Honor furnished water by the AuRoll — and wrote a letter to the thority, and by Woodhaven editor saying he was “appalled Water Co. The Authority’s sources are the Linesville Res- and ashamed” at its condition. He wrote that he remembered ervoir and one well adjacent the dedication of that memoto Susquehanna Street, and rial (after World War II), then Woodhaven Water has two names added for Korea and wells. On August 24 of 1989, then Vietnam. He mentions the Authority was found to families who have given of their have fecal coliform contamtime and expense in trying to ination from the reservoir, which started a two-year peri- keep it up, and called for a resod to either install filtration or toration drive — saying he’ll be remove the reservoir from the first in line to donate. system. Complicating things, The White Haven Volunteer there is also contamination Fire Company’s fund drive is of a volatile organic compound in the Woodhaven and drawing to a close, with about 40% of the residents and busiSusquehanna Street wells.

nesses donating. Foster’s Featnots launched their 1991 campaign earlier this month, and so far 18% of the property owners had donated. Their campaign goal is $35,000.

fans who traveled to the game to support our team.

Ed Gower’s WHASA baseball column runs down this week’s Little League games in Lehigh and Linesville Parks. Of note last Friday, a game The White Haven Ambuwon by Thriftway over Steve’s lance Association is sponsorMobil where Ed Gower Jr ing a CPR and a BLS course went 4 for 4, Danielle Chfor three nights, June 3 to 5, at mielinski wad a triple and a the Mountain Laurel Resort. double, and Oren Mertz had a triple. Thriftway remains unIt’s Strawberry Time at Heckman’s Orchards for picked or pick-your-own. St. Paul’s Lutheran Church sent a photo of their recent confirmands — Monica Rice, Tracy Schoch and Stephen Kaminski, shown with Pastor John Hazel. An ad this week lists the hours and entertainment for the annual bazaar at Citizens Fire Co. #1 this Saturday and Sunday. There’s a firefighter’s parade on Saturday at 1, and that day, “Peach” performs from 1 to 5, and “Spectrum” from 7 to 10. On Sunday, “Richie and Mr. Lou” perform from 2 to 5, and “White Bear” from 7 to 10. There’s plenty of good food, and games and rides for children. Marty Mrozinski writes that the 13th ranked Lady Wreckers traveled to take on the #4 ranked Lady Tigers of Northwestern Lehigh in District 11 action. The Wreckers took a 1-0 lead, but the Tigers started to get to pitcher Heather Radjavitch, slowly pulling away to defeat our locals 4-1. Radjavitch allowed only 4 hits. The loss eliminates them from the playoffs. So the girls softball team finish their year proud of a season-long series of accomplishments, and a 13 & 7 final record. Congratulations to the team members — see you next year. Kudos to the large group of

defeated — now 7 – 0. In Minor League play, DeCandia Insulation and Holmberg Homes are one game apart as the builders beat the insulators behind a grand slam by Rich Macurak. Babe Ruth – First Eastern Bank scored three runs early against the Jeddo Stars, but the hosts opened the offensive floodgates in the fourth inning and finished off the locals, 15-3.

CCAL art show now on line Check out the Carbon County Art League’s 39th annual Art Exhibition, held online for the first time. All works are for sale, and the show is scheduled to remain online for an extended period of time. Only the League’s members participate, however it’s not

too late to join CCAL to be able to participate in future exhibitions. For more information inquire at cmbinder@ptd.net, or go to https://carboncountyart. wixsite.com/carbon-countyart/39-ccal-annual-exhibition

Seth’s Sightings

Memorial Day weekend was mostly a washout. Mayfair, an outdoor arts and music event in Allentown. was penciled-in as a “do” for Friday or Saturday. Friday had heavy rain and was cold, so we went home. Saturday, that rain continued but backed off to occasional drizzle, so we decided we’d take our chance and attend Mayfair for the first time in over a decade. The annual event is now held on the campus of Cedar Crest College, which is really nice, because the former site in the city park had parking on the grass or along city streets. It spread out, and when it rained, it got muddy. Some of the locals had started calling it Mudfair.

The great advantage to being at the college is that there’s a lot of good paved parking surrounding the main school buildings — so good parking nearby. The fair itself is still linear, with a stage on each end. Arriving around supper time, we unloaded the dogs — the event is dog friendly — and went to hear a performance of a Lehigh Valley local band, The Large Flowerheads. They perform 60s and early 70s music. As we sat in big chairs out on the lawn, the drizzle returned, and then the wind picked up. It began to get cold. Our German Shorthair Pointer Bull started to make little pitiful noises and we think he was

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telling us that he was cold. Afterwards, having seen a couple walking their greyhounds that were wearing doggie coats, we think it might be a good idea to consider getting Bull one for another event like this when temperatures drop. We’re down to a single car at the moment, as the Subaru dropped a part last week on a short trip, and I’m now waiting for parts to arrive to return it to reliability. We attended the Memorial Day celebration event in White Haven on Sunday, and then on Monday morning, were at many of the local tributes by veterans. With all the rain, it was nice to find a normal spring day with sunshine for the veterans to perform their ceremonies. After doing some work in the early afternoon, we took the rest of Memorial Day off and enjoyed a ride with the dogs to admire the now well-watered spring greenery. During the cold this week, we caught up on some TV, finally watching the end of The Mandalorian, and also the last episode of WandaVision. Loved The Mandalorian — both of us are eager for the next set of stories. As for Wanda …, it’s worth watching but

The Weatherly HillClimb is happening, June 12 and 13. Some insurance issues have been cleared up, and drivers are registering to attend. Fund-raising groups are looking forward to the first use of the new pavilion, above, which will provide shelter for the volunteers no matter what the weather. JH: Seth Isenberg it’s very comic-book — choppy and limited. But, if there are going to be more episodes, we’d keep watching. Also ended is our hope for the Pittsburgh Penguins pursuit of a Stanley Cup — as the team fizzled out on offense and in goal. Our travels through Hickory Run State Park and around various roads around White Haven and Weatherly have us sighting Sheep Laurel in full bloom. We are watching the

Mountain Laurel bushes, and think the annual flower show from them is all ready to go once we get a good stretch of warm weather. On the subject of flowers, we sighted a hummingbird in our yard, which has lots of purple Rhododendron flowers blooming right now, along with a nice mix of other flowering trees and plants. The hummingbird had taken an interest in some Sheep Laurel, and I was lucky enough to sight it during its all-too-brief visit. In our plans are the graduations of Crestwood and Weatherly Area High Schools. The Weatherly Hillclimb is a go, and it will be taking place June 12 and 13 – usually the same weekend as the graduations. The following weekend, the 19th and 20th, has the Split Rock Wine & Food Festival back. All we need for these weekends is good weather.

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After 5 years of hard work and countless study hours, Vanessa Rose Galeone, daughter of David and Molly Galeone of Harrisburg, and granddaughter of James Quinn of White Haven and Florence Galeone of Macungie, received her Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from Penn State University.

White Haven Ambulance Report White Haven Ambulance held their monthly meeting May 19 at the ambulance building, with seven board members present. EMS report for April was a

total of 55 calls — 29 ALS and 23 BLS, with 32 being Mutual Aid. Subscriptions for membership have been mailed and returns are coming in. Anyone

Fairview Elementary lists 6th grade honor roll names Kevin Seyer, Principal, has announced the following sixth grade students have achieved Principal’s Honors at Fairview Elementary School for the 3rd Quarter of the 2020-2021 school year. The Crestwood School District Elementary Honor Roll (6th Grade) reflects that the student has attained an A in all courses offered. Inclusive are English Language Arts, Math, Social Studies and Science.

Sophia Biscotti, McKenna Claudio Batista, Gavyn Corchado, Carly Dushanko, Mia Franks, Jacqueline Gallagher, Catherine Green, Chiara Gustinucci, Stella Janosczyk, Sarah Kondraski, Evelyne Orellana, Aliya Raza-McCurdy, Allen Seifert, Adrienne Shebelock, Norah Sklarosky, Celia Stahlnecker, Alexis Stec, Lexi Zabroski, and Anna Zaroda.

that did not receive a mailing for membership can contact us at the number or email below. A change in our electric service provider was discussed to avoid a variable rate, and a new provider was chosen at a fixed and lower rate for a period of 18 months. Turnpike access for emergencies will now be by cards in place of keys. Lost cards will result in a nominal fee for replacement. Keys will be returned in the near future. Accounts currently with White Haven PNC Bank will be moved to the Mountain Top PNC branch due to the White Haven branch closing. Applications are being accepted at this time for po-

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AMVETS to meet Sunday AMVETS Post 253 of White Haven will meet Sunday, June 6, at 1:30, at the VFW 6615. Commander Robert Mengle Sr. will preside. All members are urged to attend. Installation of officers will be held. Masks are required and social distancing will be observed.

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Kunkle named WAHSAA Scholarship winner for 2021 The Weatherly Area High School Alumni Association recently announced the 2021 WAHSAA Scholarship recipient. Lilli Kunkle, daughter of Judy and Brian Kunkle, Weatherly, has been awarded the $15,000 scholarship from her graduating class. Kunkle serves as treasurer for the Class of 2021 as well as treasurer of the Interact

Club and Student Government Association, along with secretary of the Kindness Club. She is a member of the National Honor Society and Spanish National Honor Society. Lilli is a member of the Varsity Cheerleading Team and serves as manager of the boys’ soccer team. Volunteering comes as a second nature to Lilli, help-

ing at Heritage Hill Senior Living Center, St. Vincent de Paul Soup Kitchen, Family Promise of Carbon County, Carbon County Animal Shelter, and the Little Wreckers Winter Cheer Clinic. She has been awarded the All-American Cheerleader and Pin It Forward by UCA (Universal Cheerleaders Association). See SCHOLARSHIP, page 10

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The Association desires that the investment interest from the Fund be used only Continued from page 9 to provide scholarships to Weatherly Area School DisIn the community Lilli trict students and who graduvolunteers at the Vacation ate from Weatherly Area High Bible School, PTA Book Fair, School or the Carbon County Weatherly Festival, SumVocational Technical School. mer Meal Program, WeathThe scholarship is to be used erly Hillclimb , Read Across for extended education at an America Day, and Tweedle Park clean-up. She is current- institution of higher education or a more specialized instituly employed at the Weatherly tion of learning, which shall Country Inn. be approved by the ScholGraduating ninth in her class of 2021, she has achieved arship Program Committee. Members are Sue Ann GerPrincipal’s honors every hard, Brian O’Donnell, Carol marking period through high Hill, Barbara Sandt, Theresa school. D’Andrea, Betty Henry, Chris Lilli will be attending West Chester University in the Fall, Henritzy, Barbara Sipler and guidance counselor Sarah where she will be study Psychology and Criminal Justice. Minnick. The scholarship was estabThe Scholarship Fund has lished in 1998, and the followbeen established in the name ing have received this award: of the Weatherly Area High 1998 – Sarah Hamm; 1999 School Alumni Association. – Raymond Marcero; 2000 The Scholarship Committee – Erin Lesko; 2001 – Angeof that Association devised la Petrone; 2002 – Courtney the guidelines and plan of Hadzick; 2003 – Lindsey operation. The wealth of the Hinkle; 2004 – Kerri Romig; fund has been built over the 2005 – Jeremy Leach; 2006 – years by contributions and James Somers; 2007 – Joshua donations made by people Titus; 2008 – Jennifer Miller; and organizations interested 2009 Amanda Bartosevich; in education. This money has 2010 – Melanie Clabia; 2011 been invested in various instruments which make up the – Mia Cavello; 2012 – Matprincipal of the fund.

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Iconic Monaco Grand Prix Hot Topics needs fixing by Dan Cawley Big news came out of this year’s Monaco Grand Prix. With his win, Red Bull’s Max Verstappen passed longtime leader Mercedes’ Lewis Hamilton in the standings for the 2021 Formula 1 Driver’s Championship. Verstappen breezed to victory, aided by the fact that pole-sitter Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) never got to race (crash damage during qualifying). But another story emerged from the weekend: the Monaco GP needs fixing. In a sight most unusual in Formu-

la 1, the race didn’t have any on-track overtakes. Position changes came only by way of pit stops. There is good reason why, too. Today’s bigger and wider cars make it almost impossible to overtake competitors on Monte Carlo’s narrow streets. That reality makes for a boring and generally uneventful race. Still, competing and winning in Monaco means a lot to drivers largely because it is where all the greats of the sport made their name. And, for fans, Monaco remains the must-attend event on the Formula 1 calendar. It’s not just about the race

either. Soon after a champion is crowned, the pit straight becomes a dance floor for reveling fans. Then, Monte Carlo’s byways become public roads just hours after watching the fastest cars in the world race around the streets. It is an incredible transformation — before and after. But tradition and pageantry aren’t enough. Race organizers and Formula 1 face a challenge — elevating the quality of racing to the level that makes Formula 1 what it is today — a spectacular sport and a fan-favorite worldwide. If that doesn’t happen, then Monaco will be become known more for partying than racing. What a shame that would be. ___________ Britisher Dan Cawley writes about motor sports and British football for The Sports Column.

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Hot Team of The Week Chicago Cubs The Chicago Cubs started off the 2021 season poorly, but they have turned things around lately. They sit atop of the National League Central and they hope to stay there for the rest of the year.

Hot Team of The Week Honorable Mentions Milwaukee Brewers The Milwaukee Brewers had high expectations for the 2021 season and at the start were not looking like they would have hoped. But they are getting hot and they are starting to play up to their expectancy.

They are in third place in the American League West and they hope to keep climbing up the ranks to emerge as one of the best teams in baseball.

Hot Players in Each League National League Nick Castellanos Nick Castellanos is red hot right now and is looking like he could be the 2021 National League MVP (Most Valuable Player). He is leading the MLB in batting average with a .356. American League

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is a young phenomenon in the baseball world. He did not have the best first two years Seattle Mariners of his career, but right now he The Seattle Mariners are full is the best hitter in baseball. of talented young players that He is tied for MLB home run are finally putting it together. leader at 16.

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Weatherly gets Packer agreement on fire protection by Seth Isenberg

THEME: NIGHT AT THE THEATER ACROSS 1. *Treble or bass ___ 5. Pharaoh’s cobra 8. *Zeus’ sister and wife, and character in Broadway musical “Xanadu” 12. Hair-dwelling parasites 13. QuinceaÒera or bat mitzvah, e.g. 14. Puts money in the bank 15. Pearl Harbor locale 16. Flair 17. Inuit boat 18. *Record-holding musical for most awards received by a single production, with The 20. *Broadway hit “Jagged Little ___” 21. *Comment to the audience 22. Web address 23. ____’er ____, at the pump 26. Private chapel 30. Keats’ poem 31. Quit 34. Medley 35. ____ ____ or do nothing 37. Right-angle building extension 38. Razor nick 39. Like lemon 40. Make a choice 42. 1960s teen idol, Bobby ____ 43. Give authority 45. Bias crime perpetrators 47. *Theater, e.g.

48. Cordial disposition 50. Surrender 52. *Non-musical with record number of Tony nominations 56. Shredded cabbage dishes 57. *Melpomene, e.g. 58. Just a little 59. Gold unit 60. Lodge fellows 61. “Game of Thrones” bastard 62. Without purpose 63. Past tense of “is” 64. Short-term employee DOWN 1. Hoof sound 2. Yarn spinner 3. Canyon sound 4. Like medieval European society 5. Was sick 6. Fixed look 7. Montblanc and such 8. *Musical with record number of Tony nominations 9. Like most fairytale stepmothers 10. Madrid’s Club de F˙tbol 11. Pose a question 13. Chef’s prescription 14. Toyota sports car model 19. Shylock’s practice 22. Coffee pot 23. *Bob ____,

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A discussion about daily fees for swimming at Eurana Park did not change Weatherly Borough counfrom the earlier decision to cil members and Packer charge $2 a person. There Township supervisors were in the same room during the was talk about not charging children aged 5 and under. regular May borough counA season pass, like the tags cil meeting, held May 24. that were offered in years Supervisors Robert Select and Terry Davis came to talk, past, was suggested. Discussion will continue — and with Selert explaining that swimming in the park will the proposed new contribulikely begin either the tion toward fire protection second or third week in is a 68% jump from 2020’s. June. Lifeguards are still Selert and Davis then exneeded, as are people to plained that the added cost work in the park stand. was not budgeted for. A discussion on updating Packer supervisors counterthe burn ordinance was offered getting to the new tabled. figure in steps over the three The spring Weatherly Hill years of the agreement. Climb was in jeopardy due to Council members Norm a change in PennDOT rules Richie, Joe Thomas and Joe making the event fully liable Cyburt feel strongly that for activities on the roads. Weatherly should not be This meant that Weatherly paying more per home — that everyone should pay the same. Borough could become liable on their stretch of the event It was decided to meet at roads, as would be Lehigh Packer Township’s building and Lausanne Townships for on May 27 to try to work their sections. The Hill Climb things out. Association has reached out In other business, council to their insurance carrier to was unanimous in approving an update to the electric put riders in place to cover the services ordinance — which borough and townships — and among several things allows as of this writing, that insursolar panels and backup ance is now in place. The Hill generators. Council also Climb is planned for June 12 agreed to delete from the and 13. abandoned and unlicensed Additional details from this vehicles ordinance a section meeting will be in next week that is obsolete. in The Journal-Herald. The former borough office As the meeting closed, building (former Weatherly council agreed to return train station), will again be meetings to the third Monday advertised for bids. Also up of each month, open to the for bids are two vacant lots public, beginning at 6 p.m. on Hudsondale street where homes were torn down.

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Crestwood boys claim fourth straight lacrosse crown The Crestwood Comets are district boys’ lacrosse champions again. Last Thursday in Wright Township, the host Comets led from start to finish, overwhelming Wyoming Seminary 16-2 to capture a fourth consecutive District 2 Class 2A boys’ lacrosse championship.

Crestwood won three straight district titles from 2017-2019, before the 2020 season was wiped out by the coronavirus pandemic. The Comets opened the title game with an early goal and never relinquished the lead, thanks to a tough defensive unit and the goalkeeping of

Dean Fey (8 saves). That allowed Crestwood’s high-powered offense to continue pressuring Wyoming Seminary throughout all four quarters. Trey Zabroski powered the offense with six goals and an assist, and teammate Chandler O’Farrell followed closely with five goals. Nick Curry and

Noah Schultz added two goals apiece, and Brendan Dennis finished off the scoring with a goal along with three assists. Jacob Zaleski, Aidan Jardine, Curry and Schultz pitched in with one assist each. Wyoming Seminary received goals from Myles Standish and Jack Herron. Quinn Kelly

had 10 saves in goal. Both teams moved on to the PIAA tournament, with Crestwood facing the District 4 champion, and Seminary taking on the District 1 champ in the opening round. Details will appear in next week’s edition.

Crestwood girls claim first lacrosse championship Crestwood’s high-scoring Isabella Caporuscio scored four goals, but it was her domination of the draw circle that led the Lady Comets to their first-ever district lacrosse championship last Thursday in Lehman Township. Down 11-10 with just over 16 minutes to play, Crestwood rallied with a pair of transition goals, and then Caporuscio won the final draw and helped run out the final minute of the game as the Lady Comets beat top-seeded Lake-Lehman

12-11 for the program’s first District 2 Class 2A title. The victory ended Wyoming Seminary’s nine-year run atop the district’s Class 2A standings, and sent the Lady Comets to the state tournament. They were to face the number 3 seed from District 1 on Tuesday while Lake-Lehman gets the District 1 champ. After the teams played to a 6-6 draw in the opening half, the Black Knights got unanswered goals from Maddy Raspen, Lilian Raczkowski and Caro-

lyn Kaminski to seemingly gain control. But Crestwood continued pushing. After goals from Caporuscio and Kelsey Kulak, Julia Glowacki gave the Lady Comets the lead back with 12:45 left. After Lehman tied the game again, Caporuscio answered with her final goal with 6:33 to play.

Kulak weaved her way to a goal with 3:33 remaining for the ultimate game-winner and a 12-10 Crestwood lead. Raspen got one goal back on a free position, but the Lady Comets held on for a program-first title. In addition to Caporuscio’s four goals, Kulak scored three and Jill Tale-

roski tallied two. Glowacki, Helena Jardine and Julia Johnson also scored for the winners, while Crestwood goalkeeper Avery Bogdon made five saves. Raspen and Madison Lasinski had three goals each for Lehman, with Ava Radel scoring twice.

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Lady Wreckers’ softball season ends in district playoffs by Steve Stallone Sports Editor Their two regular-season meetings ended in thrilling, come-from-behind fashion, with each home team overcoming deficits to win by a single run. Last week’s rematch between Marian and Weatherly Area in the District 11 Class A softball quarterfinals figured to be more of the same. Freshman pitcher Morgan Kelly and her Marian teammates made sure there would be no comebacks this time. She kept Weatherly’s hitters off-balance all afternoon, striking out 14 batters, and the Fillies made the most of 11 hits from eight different players in an 11-4 victory that sent them on to the semifinal round. Marian (11-6) moved on to face top-seeded Tri-Valley in the semifinal round.

Weatherly Area’s memorable season, one that included a Schuylkill League Division III title and a trip to the league playoffs, ended at 13-8. “The first two times that we played each other, the momentum swung back and forth like three times,” Marian head coach Joe DeAngelo said. “We wanted to get the momentum early and kind of keep the momentum. For the most part, we did that today.” Eden Arnold’s two-run bloop single behind first base brought home Mia Nemeth and Kelly to spot the Fillies a quick 2-0 lead in the top of the first. It was all Kelly needed to start working her magic in the circle. After leadoff hitter Alexis Colecio’s high fly to left dropped in for a double Kelly struck out the side in the first and second innings. Weatherly’s first seven outs ended in a Kelly punchout. A rising

fastball was one of the many pitches that were working. “Just floating off momentum and other pitches,” Kelly explained, “watching the count, making sure that they’re swinging at the same pitches I’m throwing, and changing it up so they don’t expect inside or outside.” “She’s a terrific pitcher, and she was throwing strikes,” noted Weatherly Area skipper Will Bartel. “A good pitcher will shut you down, and that’s what happened today.” A Weatherly error and a missed opportunity opened the door to a three-run third inning that gave Marian separation. After leadoff singles from Athena Matenkoski and Mia Nemeth, Kelly lined out to second, but the Lady Wreckers were unable to double up Nemeth at first. When Alise Heisey’s comebacker was thrown away at first, Matenkoski scored from third. Nemeth then scored on Arnold’s groundout, and with two outs, Jackie Guth dribbled a single up the middle to plate Heisey for a 5-0 advantage. The Fillies broke it wide open in the fourth, with Kelly’s run-scoring smash past third, and Heisey’s two-run bloop single pushing the lead to 8-0.

Kelly escaped a jam in the bottom of the fourth, walking the first two batters before bearing down and getting a strikeout, a pop-out, and outdueling Julia Bartel in 12-pitch at-bat finally ended in a comebacker. Playing without power-hitting shortstop Marissa Hoffman for the game, the Lady Wreckers continued to battle, and finally broke through against Kelly and the Fillies in the home fifth. Alexis Colecio and Ashley James walked, Colecio came in on a wild pitch, and Amanda Colecio swatted a double off the fence in left-center to drive in James and make it 9-2. The following inning, Julia Bartel singled and scored on an error to cut it to 9-3. But Grace Gallagher’s high chopper over Weatherly pitcher Maddie vonFrisch produced two runs and extended Marian’s lead to 11-3 in the seventh. “We’re two fairly evenly-matched teams, but granted they were missing a good hitter today,” DeAngelo said. “They weren’t going to go away quietly. But we were able to get a big enough lead, and answer a little bit when they scored, to keep them at bay.” Kelly Royer beat out a bunt single and scored on von-

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Frisch’s RBI-single in the Weatherly seventh, but Kelly rose up and struck out the final two batters to punch Marian’s ticket to the semifinals. “A couple big spots we didn’t make plays that we had to make, and the bottom line is we didn’t hit,” Bartel said. “I don’t care how much leather you flash, if you don’t hit and you don’t score, bad things happen. “When you have to rearrange your whole defensive makeup and then shuffle the lineup...but I’m not making excuses,” Bartel continued. “They out-hit us. They out-fielded us. Game over. Simple as that.” The Fillies went on to drop a 7-0 verdict to Tri-Valley in the semifinal round. Meanwhile, Bartel looked back on his team’s season with nothing but pride. “I’m super proud. We had a great season. We made such strides with younger kids. We won the division for the first time in 23 years. It was the first time we were involved in a Schuylkill League playoff game. We hadn’t hosted a playoff game in a very long time. I wish the outcome was different, but we played with the cards that were dealt, and they were better today.”

Game Summary MARIAN (11) - Matenkoski 1b 2 2 1 0, Nemeth 3b 4 2 1 0, Kelly p 4 2 2 1, Heisey ss 4 2 1 3, Arnold lf 4 1 1 3, Guth rf 3 1 2 1, Gallagher 2b 4 0 2 3, Grabosky c 4 0 1 0, Kluck dp 3 0 0 0, Walsh cf 1 0 0 0, Brady cr 0 1 0 0. Totals 33 11 11 11. WEATHERLY AREA (4) - Al. Colecio c 2 1 2 0, James ss 2 1 0 0, Royer cf 4 1 1 0, Am. Colecio 1b 3 0 1 1, vonFrisch p 2 0 1 1, Michaels 2b 3 0 0 0, Houser 3b 4 0 0 0, Bartel rf 3 1 1 0, Diaz lf 1 0 0 0, Detzel lf 2 0 0 0. Totals 26 4 6 2. Marian...................................203 310 2 – 11 Weatherly Area......................000 021 1 - 4 E - Marian 1, Weatherly 4. LOB - Marian 4, Weatherly 9. 2B - Al. Colecio, Am. Colecio. SB Nemeth, Kelly, Royer, Am. Colecio. Marian Kelly (W)

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Lady Comet runners compete at state track meet by Steve Stallone Sports Editor

placed 20th in the 3200-meter run, and also competed with the Lady Comets’ 4x800 relay SHIPPENSBURG - Four team of Regina Pirolli, Emma Crestwood girls made their Guydish and Maggie Kozich debut at the PIAA Class 3A after winning their respective Track and Field Championraces at the District 2 Champiships Saturday, and came onships the week before. away from the competition DeMarzo, who has been happy to be a part of it all. to states in cross country Crestwood’s Molly DeMarzo three times, was nonetheless making her PIAA track debut. “This is my first states in track and it’s different. It’s totally different than cross country, so to even be able to make it to this point is awesome,” she said. The junior was bunched with 27 other runners in the open 3200-meter run, and did what she could to stay with the trailing pack Crestwood’s Molly DeMarzo competes in in cold the 3200-meter run at the PIAA Class 3A and wet Track and Field Championships Saturcondiday at Shippensburg University. DeMarzo tions early placed 20th in a new personal-best time of Saturday. 11:29.22. Photo by Bob Gaetano “It’s so

hard to race in, considering the last time we raced here for an invitational it was beautiful, and then for this, and the wind, it’s so hard to race in. You just have to make the best out of it.” And DeMarzo did just that, turning in a new personal-record time of 11:29.22 for her 20th-place finish. Mia Cochran of Moon from District 7 took gold in 10:20.04. “I was definitely ranked a lot lower, so I was going for my PR and breaking 11:30 and I ended up doing that by a second, so I’ll take that in this weather and everything,” DeMarzo said. Less than 90 minutes later, she was back on the track with her 4x8 relay teammates, which placed 22nd in a time of 10:36.41. “It was over the top, it was so cool,” DeMarzo said of running with the relay squad. “Considering two of them are really young, and we weren’t really seeded high, it was still good to be here as a team and have this experience with everybody. Everybody had such a great season.” “I’m very happy to be here. It’s my senior season so it was definitely a big accomplishment,” noted Pirolli, the lone senior on the relay team. “Going into the season, we didn’t know if we had a good shot of going to states, but our time kept improving and we kept up the work. And adding Molly helped.” First-year head coach Amy Viti couldn’t have been more proud of her distance-running quartet. “Throughout the season, the girls have really worked so hard to be in the position that they are

Crestwood’s Maggie Kozich accepts the handoff from teammate Regina Pirolli during the 4x800 relay at the PIAA Class 3A Track and Field Championships in Shippensburg. They were making their PIAA track debut along with relay teammates Emma Guydish and Molly DeMarzo. Photo by Bob Gaetano in. Going into the season, we had absolutely no idea what to expect, especially with not having anything to look back on from the 2020 season, so we are so happy how things worked out,” she said. “We will miss Regina and all that she has contributed to our team, and we wish her the

best when competing for Messiah University next season,” Viti continued. “As for Maggie and Emma, a freshman and sophomore respectively, and for Molly, we are just so excited that they have the experience of states because that itself is invaluable for future years.”