CONTINUING: THE WEATHERLY HERALD ESTABLISHED 1880–145th YEAR, NO. 15
TRUCKS OF ALL TYPES, from ambulances to utility bucket trucks, were on hand at Lehigh Park to fascinate kids (and adults) at White Haven’s National Night Out on August 29. Murphy’s Lumber handed out 80 student backpacks, while the borough provided school supply kits for 75. All the food was donated, and WalMart supplied three bikes for giveaways. A DJ from KRZ-FM kept the music going, and a bounce house and dunking booth were popular pursuits.
JH: Ruth Isenberg
OFFICER ORGANIZERS: Randy Schlatter, left, and Gilbert Diaz got credit for organizing the event from Chief Rich Mocafin. Diaz brought along retired K-9 Officer Jax, who now lives the good life in the Diaz home. Both officers were very appreciative of the many donations and participation of the community.
TOUCH THE TRUCK, and spin the soft-serve. The Woods Ice Cream truck was on hand, and not only could kids check it out inside, they got to make their own soft-serve cones. Owner Darrin Gallagher said he’d spotted a couple of naturals, ready for a job in a couple of years.
Clean-ups called for in Weatherly
by Ruth Isenberg
Weatherly Borough Council adopted a Quality of Life ordinance at its August 27 meeting, and intends to enforce it. “Some of the properties in this town are deplorable,” council member Norm Richie said, citing multiple properties with high grass, junk piled up, and garbage cans left out all week. “Are we going to enforce this to the fullest extent?” he asked.
See WEATHERLY, page 7
New look in Foster Twp.
by Jim Dino
The Foster Township Municipal Building will get its first six-figure renovation in its 19-year history thanks to a grant.
At their latest meeting August 6, the township supervisors voted to enter into a $111,456 contract with H&P Construction, Kulpmont, Northumberland County the lowest of three bidders for the work to do a variety of renovations to the building, including new doors, and floors.
It is the first major renovation to the structure, which was built
See FOSTER, page 10
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After years of meetings, public hearings, planning and problems, our area is finally seeing the promise of a recreational trail to tie it together becoming a reality. White Haven has benefitted and continues to benefit from the investment the state made into the facilities on the D&L Trail as part of Lehigh Gorge State Park. Now Weatherly is about to take its first steps and tie itself firmly into the trail network.
An announcement was scheduled for Wednesday, after this paper went to press, of a major federal funding that will allow Weatherly to acquire 1,140 acres for the Penn Haven project, and to construct a 5-mile trail that will connect with the D&L Trail at Penn Haven Junction.
That ties Weatherly into what is becoming a first-class destination area for recreation, nature studies, hiking, biking, fishing, hunting and environmental preservation. The D&L Trail links state parks, state game lands, and privately preserved properties into an eco-system that attracts visitors…and permanent residents.
The history of the impact the discovery of coal has had on this area, both positive and negative, is no longer the whole story of this part of northeast Pennsylvania. Recreation is the new, sustainable glue that can tie us to a prosperous future. The D&L Trail links our communities, and reminds us of the importance of working together to make our area welcoming and friendly.
It won’t be easy, and it won’t happen overnight. But working together, building our trails and improving our communities, we can make our corner of northeast Pennsylvania a place to be proud of—a place that other people will want to enjoy with us.
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From The Journal-Herald Issue of September 1, 1994 Editors & Publishers Jay and Clara Holder
White Haven borough secretary Elaine Myers was honored for 20 years of service on August 19 at the annual training conference for municipal secretaries held at the Seven Springs resort. Writer Linda Migneco interviewed Myers. She learned that Myers answered an ad for the position in January of 1974. Myers had been working at the White Haven Elementary School as a secretary. As to her job today she claims there is Nothing about the job she dislikes. “After 20 years, I must like it or I wouldn’t be doing it.”
The Crestwood Education Association sent a letter to the Crestwood School Board saying “We hope a work stoppage will not be necessary, but we are willing to take action if significant progress is not made...” A strike plan was announced which will insure that school will continue for seniors and Vo-Tech students.
On the front page are photos from the White Haven Festival, including a photo of timberfest axe throwing winner Mike Pardi, Cassie and Coriann Skinner with their Newfoundland Gus and Cinders the goat, Pete Melnyk Jr. in a Dalmation costume walking the family Dalmation Haley, and a photo of me (Seth) with Priscilla the Gorilla.
Martha Bean of White Haven graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in the physician assistant program from Kings College at the summer commencement August 13.
The Irish Weavers will appear with 11 other Irish Bands Labor Day Saturday and Sunday at Jack Frost Mountain.
Jim Simpson of Northumberland outdistanced 83 other runners to win the White Haven Five-Mile run on the Saturday of the White Haven Festival.
Phil Engman went Ramblin’ On about college football, citing Nebraska’s balanced offensive attack as a reason to rank them top choice for national champions.
He also heaped praise on the 31 teams that turned out for the Mountain Laurel Pro-Am which raised money for the Hazleton chapter of Easter Seals.
Steve Stallone previews Marian High School football, writing about White Haven’s Charlie Herling who is competing for the starting quarterback slot and will also be a linebacker, and Weatherly’s Paul Richie who will be a linebacker and slotback.
Linda Migneco wrote a DineOut review of the Freeland Deli & Pastry Shop from pastries and seasonal items like apricot or coconut rolls, and macaroons, to deli salads, meats, and sandwiches. She enjoyed a fine chicken salad hoagie and near perfect apple turnover.
Schwab School Memories
One teacher who was on the faculty the day the Schwab School opened in September 1903 was Miss Nina Rosenstock who was assistant principal in 1903 and taught into the 1940s. In 1945 when she retired, she was teaching seventh grade geography.
Other teachers from the opening were Miss Annie Hauk and Miss Lillie Davis who taught into the 1930s before retiring.
From The Journal Issue of August 31, 1944 W.C. Taylor Publisher
J. R. Ward Sr., manager of the Atlas Powder Company White Haven Works, announced
See ARCHIVES, page 11
Public Notices
PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following Ordinance will be enacted at a meeting of the Borough Council of Weatherly Borough, Carbon County, Pennsylvania to be held on September 25, 2024 at 5:00 pm, prevailing time, at the Weatherly Municipal Building located at 61 West Main Street, Weatherly, PA. The Ordinance is entitled “AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF WEATHERLY, CARBON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA REGULATING CAMPING AND STORAGE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY ON PUBLICALLY OWNED PROPERTY WITHIN THE BOROUGH.”
A summary of the proposed Ordinance is as follows:
ARTICLE I – PURPOSE
ARTICLE II – DEFINITIONS
ARTICLE III – UNLAWFUL CAMPING: it shall be unlawful for anyone to camp on public land.
ARTICLE IV – UNAUTHORIZED ENCAMPMENTS
ARTICLE V – PENALTY FOR VIOLATIONS
ARTICLE VI – ENFORCEMENT SUSPENDED
ARTICLE VII – EFFECTIVE DATE
The full text of the Ordinance in its entirety may be examined at the Weatherly Borough Municipal Building located at 61 West Main Street, Weatherly, PA, 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 located at 211 Main Street, White Haven, PA, and the Carbon County Law Library located in the Carbon County Courthouse, Jim Thorpe, PA, and may be examined there.
BOROUGH OF WEATHERLY HAROLD PUDLINER, BOROUGH MANAGER
61 West Main Street
Weatherly, PA 18255
JAMES R. NANOVIC, SOLICITOR
NANOVIC LAW OFFICES
57 Broadway, PO Box 359 Jim Thorpe, PA 18229
NOTICE OF HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Zoning Hearing Board of Lehigh Township will hold a hearing at the Lehigh Township Municipal Building, 1741 South Lehigh Gorge Drive, Weatherly, Carbon County, PA, on September 23, 2024, at 6:00 p.m., prevailing time, for the purpose of hearing the following matter:
This is the appeal of Allentown SMSA Limited Partnership d/b/a Verizon Wireless. Applicant seeks the following: (1) a variance of Section 501.1 of the Ordinance to construct a new communications facility in the A Zoning District; (2) a variance from Section 713(B)(2) to allow a tower setback less than 262.50 feet from all property lines; and (3) a variance from Section 713(D)(5) to waive the requirement that the tower be a brownish color. The parcel is located at 263 Buck Mountain Road, Weatherly, Carbon County, Pennsylvania; PIN#92-27-B12, and is in the A & C1 Zoning Districts.
All persons are welcome to attend and be heard. If you are a person with a disability and wish to attend this hearing, and require an auxiliary aid, service, or other accommodation to participate in the proceedings, please contact Carol Lenahan, Board Secretary at (570) 371-8552 to discuss how Lehigh Township may best accommodate your needs.
Robert T. Yurchak, Esquire, Solicitor 1 E. Catawissa Street; POB 127 Nesquehoning, PA 18240
PUBLIC NOTICE
Penn Lake Park Borough Zoning Hearing Board will hold public hearing September 23, 2024, 6:00 pm at Penn Lake Borough Community Building, 1744 Lakeview Drive, Penn Lake, White Haven, PA 18661 to consider application by Joe Podmore for 1599 Lakeview Drive, White Haven, PA 18661 (R-1 Zoning District) for dimensional variances and special exception approval for enlargement of a nonconforming structure (as well as any attendant variances for the same) with one and one-half storey attached garage. Application available to public by contacting Barry Jacob, Zoning Officer (570-899-7149).
McNealis Law Offices, Solicitor for Zoning Hearing Board
PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following Ordinance will be enacted at a meeting of the Borough Council of Weatherly Borough, Carbon County, Pennsylvania to be held on September 25, 2024 at 5:00 pm, prevailing time, at the Weatherly Municipal Building located at 61 West Main Street, Weatherly, PA. The Ordinance is entitled “AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF WEATHERLY, CARBON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA PROVIDING FOR TAX EXEMPTION FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO CERTAIN PROPERTY LOCATED WITHIN THE BOROUGH OF WEATHERLY PURSUANT TO PENNSYLVANIA ACT 76 OF 1977, DEFINING THE LERTA DESIGNATED AREA; PROVIDING FOR AN EXEMPTION PERIOD; PROVIDING A PROCEDURE FOR SECURING THE EXEMPTION.”
A summary of the proposed Ordinance is as follows:
ARTICLE I – DEFINITIONS
ARTICLE II – LERTA DESIGNATED AREA/ ELIGIBLE PROPERTIES: the LERTA area designated is bounded by Spring Street, East Main Street, and Chestnut Alley
ARTICLE III – ALLOWABLE EXEMPTION
ARTICLE IV – EXEMPTION SCHEDULE: this section provides for years 1 through 10 with 100% exemption.
ARTICLE V – PROCEDURE FOR OBTAINING EXEMPTION
ARTICLE VI – TERMINATION DATE
ARTICLE VII – EXTENSION
ARTICLE VIII – REVOCATION OF EXEMPTION
ARTICLE IX – ANNUAL CAP
ARTICLE X – SEVERABILITY
ARTICLE XI – EFFECTIVE DATE
ARTICLE XII – AMENDMENTS
The full text of the Ordinance in its entirety may be examined at the Weatherly Borough Municipal Building located at 61 West Main Street, Weatherly, PA, 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 located at 211 Main Street, White Haven, PA, and the Carbon County Law Library located in the Carbon County Courthouse, Jim Thorpe, PA, and may be examined there.
BOROUGH OF WEATHERLY HAROLD PUDLINER, BOROUGH MANAGER
61 West Main Street
Weatherly, PA 18255
JAMES R. NANOVIC, SOLICITOR
NANOVIC LAW OFFICES
57 Broadway, PO Box 359
Jim Thorpe, PA 18229
obituAries
THOMAS J. CARTER
Thomas J. Carter, 81, of Mountain Top, passed away in Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, on Wednesday, August 28, 2024. Born in Hazleton, he was the son of the late Edward and Reada Eckrote Carter and was a graduate of Palmerton High School, New Jersey. He was very proud of serving his country in the United States Army and was the recipient of the Vietnam Service Medal. National Defense Medal, Marksman (Riffle), Bronze Star Medal, Army Commendation Medal (2nd Oak Leaf Cluster) and the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with device. Tom worked for Freeland Garland prior to retiring. He loved spending time with family. He enjoyed painting, sewing, crocheting and drawing. He was a member of St. Patrick’s
Church, White Haven; the American Legion and VFW in Freeland.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded by his brothers, Billy and Edward Carter.
Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife of 52 years Carol Brown Carter; sons Ryan of Mountain Top, and William of Wilkes-Barre, nieces and nephews.
Funeral service were conducted on September 4, from Lehman Family Funeral Service, Inc., White Haven followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Patrick’s Church, White Haven.
Special thank you to the staff at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Emergency Room, ICU and PCU staff for their amazing, compassionate and loving care.
Visit the funeral home website at www.LehmanFuneralHome. com for additional information or to view a video tribute to Thomas
JOYCE L. WINHELD CELEBRATION OF LIFE
A Celebration of Life for Joyce L. Winheld, who passed away on April 11, 2024, will be held on Saturday, September 7, at 1 p.m. from Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church, 335 Third Street, Weatherly. Friends may call from noon until the time of services.
Philip J. Jeffries Funeral Home & Cremation Services Weatherly
GERARD S. FIELD
Gerard S. Field, 80, of Mountain Top, passed away on Saturday, August 24, 2024, surrounded by his family in Allied Hospice Meade Street, Wilkes-Barre. Born in Elmhurst, he was the son of the late Stephen Field and Betty Alt. He was a graduate of Scranton Tech and earned his Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Scranton. He served his country proudly in the United States Army and worked as a computer analyst. Jerry enjoyed old cars and trucks, working in the yard, and driving his Mustang.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister Jenny Naunan. Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife Esther Guddy Field; son Stephen G. Field and his wife Jennifer of South Carolina; step-son Joseph Wincek of Mountain Top; step-daughter Angela Wincek Chandler and her husband Christopher of Mountain Top; grandchildren Stephen G. Field II, Langston Eli Field, Abigail Chandler, Alexis Chandler; sister Sue Boise and her husband Ronnie of Moscow; several nieces and nephews.
Gerard’s wishes were to have no public services.
Arrangements are under the direction of the DesiderioLehman Funeral and Cremation.
Lynda Brozoski, of Mountain Top, passed away on Saturday, August 24, 2024, at home, with family by her side. Born in WilkesBarre, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Lois Coleman Sterling.
She was a graduate of Fairview Township High School. Lynda worked as a caseworker for the PA Department of Welfare prior to retirement and was a member of MountainTop Presbyterian Church and The Fraternal Order of Moose Lodge 1959 in Myrtle Beach. She loved spending time with family, the beach and volunteering at the Soup Kitchen. She enjoyed trips to amusement parks, cooking for her family and was a great baker. Lynda, in her younger years, showed horses and liked to ice and roller skate. She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother who will be forever missed.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved son Joseph R. Brozoski and sisters Denise Bryden and Deborah Zielenski.
Left to cherish her memory and mourn her loss are her loving husband, Joseph Brozoski of 57 years; daughter Lyn Marie Pastore and her husband, Christopher of Mountain Top; grandchildren Breanna Brozoski of Mountain Top, and Joelle Brozoski of Dallas; two greatgrandchildren, Joseph Strayer and Lilliana Gurnari; brothers Gary Sterling, and Allen Sterling and his wife Mary Anne; numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral service was conducted on August 30 from the Desiderio-Lehman Funeral and Cremation, 436 S. Mountain Blvd. Mountain Top with services continuing in Mountain Top Presbyterian Church, 9 Chestnut Street.
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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Letters of Administration have been granted by the Register of Wills of Luzerne County, PA, on August 20, 2024, in the Estate of Andrew M. Valentino, late of White Haven Borough, who died June 26, 2024, to Joseph M. Valentino and Anna E. Michaels, Administrators.
All persons indebted to said Estate are requested to make payment and those having claims to present them immediately to:
SENAPE LAW
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 9/12
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Letters Testamentary have been granted by the Register of Wills of Luzerne County, PA, on August 15, 2024, in the Estate of Mary Jane Ricco, late of Hazleton City, who died December 28, 2023, to Pamela J. Ricco, Executrix.
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
9/5
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Letters Testamentary have been granted by the Register of Wills of Luzerne County, PA, on August 22, 2024, in the Estate of William R. Troell, Jr., late of Freeland Borough, who died July 20, 2024, to Margaret M. Moore, Executrix.
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
9/19
WASB meetings
Weatherly Area School Board Caucus Meeting - Wednesday, September 4, at 6 p.m. in the Middle School LGI Room Transportation/Property Committee MeetingWednesday, September 11, at 5 p.m. in the M.S. LGI Room Regular MeetingWednesday, September 11, at 6 p.m. in the M.S. LGI Room
Blood Drive at LVH–Hazleton
On Tuesday, September 10 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Lehigh Valley Hospital (LVH)–Hazleton along with Miller-Keystone Blood Center (MKBC), will host a mobile blood drive at the hospital campus, 700 E. Broad St., Hazleton. It is critical that individuals in the community donate blood to meet the transfusion needs of our regional hospitals. There are patients who desperately need blood routinely for their recovery for cancer, as well as trauma victims, premature infants, surgical patients and more.
All individuals 16 and older will need to present a valid identification card. Federal, state, county, city, municipality, workplace, or school ID will be accepted. Sixteen-year-old donors require a parent/ guardian to complete all fields on the parent/guardian 16-yearold permission slip for their daughter/son/ward (except for the donor’s signature). The donor will present the completed form to the MKBC staff on the day of donation. If the form is not properly completed, the donor will not be accepted to donate.
Although you may never know the recipient(s) of your blood donation, your gift of blood could be the gift of life to a neighbor, friend, or family member.
To register, please go to www. GIVEaPINT.org.
Weatherly
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Yes, said Mayor Paul Hadzick. And solicitor James Nanovic said the ordinance would make enforcement quicker, but allowing a police officer or code officer to issue a ticket for violations.
During discussion council member Jeff Miller said he felt there should be a 7-day period
to allow people to correct issues before a ticket is issued. Nanovic said the the officer has the discretion to issue a warning, and there is an appeal process built in if people feel that a ticket is unfairly issued. With that assurance, the vote to adopt the ordinance was unanimous.
The vote to adopt the Animal Ordinance was not unanimous.
After a brief discussion, it was adopted on a 4-3 vote, with council members Mike Bellizia, Vince Cuddeforth II, Theresa
D’Andrea and Miller in favor, and Joe Cyburt, Hadzick and Richie voting no.
Council voted to advertise an ordinance regulating camping on public property for adoption at the September meeting. It does not affect private property.
The borough may consider selling two pieces of property it owns. One is in Lausanne Township, 120 acres that was previously preserved as watershed land by the municipal authority. The other property is
seth’s sightiNgs
Last week had us inside, working away for a Journal customer and to send LAKE NEWS. Sighting were limited to nighttime critters including fox and various deer, plus daytime critters from squirrels to mice. All work and no play until the weekend. After listening to Penn State football’s opening win against West Virginia, we went out to find fresh produce, enjoying a beautiful Saturday to take an extended drive. There are the beginnings of the fall turn in many maple trees. Also, many burning bushes are starting to display red ahead of their autumn show.
Sunday morning it rained early, so we were unsure of the Rotary’s car show at Pocono Raceway. The rain held turnout down, even as the day went from foggy to a lovely partly cloudy by the end of the show.
Ruth and I used the holiday Monday to do lawn mowing before coming into the office to prepare for this issue.
I had a medical Tuesday morning, so this column is being written on a glorious afternoon sunny and perfect but wasted with me here on the computer, occasionally looking out the window.
the parking lot on the corner of Wilbur and First streets. Opinions varied on whether it would be better to sell the properties, hold on to them as an investment, or lease them out. Bellzia felt the Wilbur Street property could be a boost for the downtown if a business located there. The majority felt it would be worthwhile to see if there was market interest in either spot. Miller voted against advertising the properties for sale, but the majority voted to seek bids.
by seth iseNberg
Continuing this week, there’s still some Paralympic Games video to enjoy, and college football highlights. I am eager to see NFL highlights and will find the Eagles–Packers game to listen to on Friday night. Let’s win E-A-G-L-E-S to start a run for champions.
We are considering a visit to the Palmerton Festival if the weather cooperates. It’s Friday to Sunday.
On Saturday, there’s the White Haven Car Show at Lehigh Park a big deal also if the weather cooperates. Last year had a big turnout of all sorts of vehicles to show. Saturday and Sunday the 14th and 15th is the Weatherly Hill Climb. It will take up our free time as volunteers plan to come by to say hi and buy some bleenies in the pavilion at the start line.
My hopes and wishes for peace took a hit this week, with the missile strike to a hospital in Ukraine and the killing of hostages in Gaza. Sudan had heavy rains in spots to add to their misery. Keep praying as it looks like miracles are needed. Best wishes for good health to you all.
Kidder seeking grants for police and EMS
by Seth Isneberg
At the Kidder Township supervisors regular meeting on August 27, Kidder Township police chief Matthew Kuzma explained the parking chaos created by the Elements Festival last month. The event organizers chose to set up their Will Call table at the Pocono Inn’s conference center (the former Ramada Inn overlooking the Turnpike). Elements, held at Pocono Raceway, was rained out their first day Thursday, creating a long list of ticket holders from that day seeking tickets for Friday. The decision backed up traffic. Festival goers were parking on both sides of Route 940 from the Turnpike to near the ID Logistics warehouse and walking to the hotel. The traffic mess led to Kuzma calling in all off-duty officers to gain control of the situation. A bill will be sent to the organizers of the Elements Festival for the overtime costs.
Leading off the business transacted, supervisors approved the making of two grant applications. The first is on behalf of the police department for a share of gaming funds to buy and install two automatic license plate readers, at a cost of $57,717. The second is on behalf of the Lake Harmony Rescue Squad, seeking a gaming funds grant to buy seven multi-band portable two-way radios, and
two multi-band dual head mobile two-way radios at a total cost with accessories and programming of $81,839.
In personnel, supervisors approved police officer Michael Nikityuk’s release from the probationary period, which has been satisfactorily served. A resolution passed to appoint Chrissy Lindsey as the township’s open records officer, and Sonia Pate as her alternate.
Supervisor Noel Torres stepped down as township roadmaster. Supervisor Wilson Klotzman was appointed to the position. Torres also stepped away from the planning commission. This leaves a vacancy there, and citizens interested in serving are asked to send a letter of interest to the township.
Four vacant properties in Holiday Pocono have new owners. These properties are returned to the tax rolls.
Citizen Ruth Doran donated five Savelix Choking Rescue devices, one for each police vehicle.
Township manager Suzanne Brooks thanked the police department for their work to solve the Elements problem. She also thanked Ruth Doran for her donation.
In public comments, North Lake Drive resident Chris Murphy complained of speeding on the road, “up to 60 miles per hour…” He asked supervisors
for help, specifically to look into installing temporary speed bumps on the road. Supervisors Bruce Berger, Torres and Klotzman indicated they would support doing this.
Citizen Dave McEvoy returned to complain about the short-term-rental home that is operating without a permit. Supervisor Torres, who is the township code enforcement officer, said the “situation is being addressed.”
Fire chief Ralph Lennon thanked responders to the fatal tractor trailer crash just before 4 a.m. on the 14th. First responders arrived to see the vehicle and trailer on fire. He thanked the U.P.S. driver who was first on the scene who comforted the survivor (who was thrown from the vehicle). Responding were Lake Harmony, Albrightsville, Penn Forest #2, Tunkhannock and Weatherly’s Citizens Volunteer Fire Companies, as well as Lehighton and Lake Harmony ambulances.
Lennon also shared that the contractor is preparing to install the long-awaited dry hydrant into the Lake at the bottom of Wood Street.
There will be another meeting for general purposes on Thursday, Sept. 12 at 5 p.m. to discuss a new mobile app that will offer contact from the township via cell phones for emergencies, and to act on the curative amendment.
Kidder Police statistics: Kidder Township Police responded to 225 calls for service in July. Of note were 15 truck equipment violations, 5 license violations, 6 moving violations, 1 stop sign ticket (Albrightsville), and 17 warnings. There were 12 disorderly conducts 7 for disturbing the peace, and 5 calls for disturbances other; 13 crashes, 20 suspicious persons, 7 fireworks complaints, 6 medical emergencies; and the department issued 25 summons from traffic enforcement. The department’s five vehicles patrolled a total of 13,655 miles through July.
Pizza date change
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 360 in Weatherly will hold their monthly unbaked pizza sale on Friday, September 13, instead of September 20, due to a scheduling conflict. Pick up is 4-6 p.m. at the post home. Deadline to order pizza is Friday, September 6. A regular pizza is $13 and additional toppings are $3 each. Toppings include Extra Cheese, 3-Cheese, Mushroom, Sausage, and Pepperoni. Contact Georgia Farrow directly to order your pizza at 570-427-4527.
Quilt of Valor presented to Col. Beishline
American Legion Post 76 of Hazleton was the location of a Quilt of Valor being presented recently to local Army veteran Colonel Walter (Toby) Beishline. Members of the American Legion and the Legion Auxiliary along with many family members and friends filled the room. The evening started with the Call to Attention and the National Anthem being played by a bugler. Patriotism was immediately felt amongst everyone, and reminded
everyone of this great country we live in and the gratitude we owe all of our veterans.
Marie Shulenski, the group leader of the Hazleton Area Chapter of Quilts of Valor Foundation, continued with the Pledge of Allegiance and an introduction of other QOVF members, in attendance, who are also members of the Cranberry Quilt Guild. Over 350,000 Quilts of Valor have been presented in all 50 states since the organization began in
2003.
Colonel Beishline served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict from April 8, 1953 to September 21, 1955 in Bamberg, Germany and at Camp Kilmer, New Jersey. He served in the Tank Corp as a driver; and guard duty with the 1st Calvary, 1795 Co. F, 2nd Division BN; and 2nd Division A/C. During his service, Colonel Beishline received the OCC Medal, Germany; the Good Conduct Medal; and the National Defense Service Medal.
As a very proud veteran, Colonel Beishline is also proud of his son’s service in the United States Army and his granddaughter currently serving in the United States Air Force.
Colonel Beishline later served in the Army Reserve for 8 years where he attained the rank of Sergeant upon discharge. During his deployment he spent 1 year, 5 months and 27 days in Germany without going home. He missed his family during that time, but after his discharge he then missed his Army family and has retained those friendships now for a lifetime.
Colonel Beishline’s quilt was pieced by Cheryl Shank, quilted by Tammy Dean and bound by Jeanne Engelhart, all members of the Cranberry Quilt Guild. In addition to his quilt, Colonel Beishline was presented with a Certificate of Appreciation from the Quilt of Valor Foundation for his service.
Mum sale benefits Y
The Freeland YMCA will hold its annual Mum Sale on Friday, September 13, beginning at 2 p.m. and running until mums are sold out. The mum sale will be a drive-thru sale to be held on Sabol Street, the alley alongside the Y.
Mums will cost $6 apiece or 4 for $18. This flower sale is a major fundraiser for the Freeland YMCA Youth Programs.
If there are any additional mums left from the Friday sale, they will be sold Saturday morning, starting at 9 am.
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in 2005.
H&P’s base bid of $ 39,703, will pay for new vinyl flooring in restrooms, new outdoor carpeting on the front porch of the building, as well as various doors, windows, soffit and items for the Department of Public Works garage.
The first alternate, for $9,438.63, will cover repairing damage to the concrete entrance ramp, and installing new drains on the landings of the ramps. Another alternate, valued at $21,509.30, covers new overhead doors and door operators. Another alternate, for $11,782.25, covers new vinyl flooring for the meeting room, as well as repairing drywall and painting the meeting room and entrance lobby. The final alternate, valued at $6,563.54, covers new canopies for entrance doors.
The only alternate not accepted, valued at $22,459.75, was for key fobs.
Bognet Construction of Hazle Township and Champion Builders of Kingston also bid unsuccessfully on the project.
Income survey
The township wants to expand its paving project, so Township Manager Brittany Majewski is conducting an income survey.
“We asked for assistance from the (Luzerne) county,” Majewski
told the supervisors. “We need an income survey. We are asking residents to fill the survey out and send it back, We sent out 500 surveys, and we need 250 back.”
Supervisor Wilson Malloy said those who fill out the survey and send it back are saving the township money because if a grant can be used for paving instead of township tax money, it saves the taxpayers money.
Atty. Donald Karpowich, the township solicitor, said money left over from the grant used to tear down the double home at 104-108 Centre Street will be used to install decorative lighting, crosswalks and curbing at the intersection where the home was to make it more attractive for commercial development.
Karpowich also said the property at 321-323 Fern Street that was also torn down will be advertised for sale at the next supervisors’ meeting.
Majewski said the township’s web site is getting a $1,800 upgrade after the supervisors approved a contract with The Internet Place, Berwick. The web site will be capable of listing updates on various topics, will be capable of listing emergency alerts, and will be more user-friendly
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Sports programs at Freeland Y
The Freeland YMCA is holding a Multi-Sport After School Program every Thursday from September 5 through October 24. There will be two sessions, from 4-5 for kids 5 to 8 years old, and from 5-6 for kids from 9-11 years old.
Games will include kickball, dodgeball, wiffleball and floor hockey. Cost is $50 for members, and $70 for non-members.
A Fall Indoor Co-Ed Soccer Program will begin September 10, and continue every Tuesday from 4-5 p.m. for kids 6 to 8 years old, and 5-6 p.m. for kids 9 to 11 years old. Cost is $50 for members, and $70 for non-members.
A Fundamentals of Basketball Mini-Clinic for girls and boys, grades 3-6, is scheduled for September 14, from 1-3 p.m. Brett Barron, assistant coach at the United States Naval Academny and former Harzleton Area Cougar player will teach basketball fundamentals. Space is limited to 20 players. Cost is $15 per child.
For more information on any of these programs, call 570-6363640 or email freelandymca@ outlook.com. The Freeland YMCA is located at 600 Front Street. Programs are open to residents of the surrounding areas.
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection held a public hearing on August 29 regarding Blue Ridge Real Estate’s proposed second warehouse, on the corner of Route 940 and the Francis Walter Dam Road in Kidder Township. There were 22 speakers, including White Haven’s John Zugarek and East Side’s Eric Siglin. Here, Zugarek makes his point for the DEP to turn down the Erosion and Sedimentation plan application.
All of the speakers were opposed to the application. Written comments by the speakers were accepted into the record.
Blue Ridge Real Estate representatives were present but chose not to speak. Additional written public comments will be accepted by the DEP until September 13. JH: Seth Isenberg
NY Tenors
kick
off GHCS season
The Greater Hazleton Concert Series, Inc. is pleased to announce that “The New York Tenors” will headline the first concert of the 2024-2025 season on Friday, September 13, at 7:30 p.m. at Hazleton Area High School Auditorium, 1601 W. 23rd Street, Hazleton.
Experience the memorable music, moments and magic of New York, as the vocal artistry of these three tenors take the audience on a truly entertaining journey through the Greatest City in the World—New York, New York.
Andy Cooney, christened by the New York Times as “Irish America’s Favorite Son,” has been taking the Irish-American music scene by storm for the last 20 years.
Christopher Macchio is a gifted performer with a voice of exceptional power and beauty. A classically trained tenor from the Manhattan School of Music, this NY native has been wowing audiences by combing his golden-era sound with an engaging stage presence that resonates with people of all ages and backgrounds.
Daniel Rodriguez first captured the attention of Americans everywhere during some of the darkest moments in our nation’s history. He was the New York City police officer whose amazing voice soothed our grief in the days following September 11. Daniel’s career highlights include performing with Boston Pops Orchestra and debuting before a worldwide audience at the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City, Utah.
The 2024-2025 Greater Hazleton Concert Series offers entertaining, professional performances to subscribers. Individual tickets are $30 for adults and $10 for students.
For concert information or tickets call Cynthia at 570-4366615, or Shirley at 570-3841226. For more information on all GHCS concerts, visit www. hazletonconcertseries.org or visit our Facebook page.
letter to the editor
To the Editor:
As the summer season comes to a close, we would like to publicly acknowledge area businesses, organizations, our local municipal governing bodies and the Wyoming Valley YM/YWCA for providing the resources needed to create a wonderful program for area children.
The 2024 summer Food & Fun program took place every Monday through Friday for eight weeks. This was the third year in which a partnership between the library and the Wyoming Valley YM/YWCA provided a summer recreational opportunity, free to all participants and their families.
A pre-registration of 92 children helped the library plan for adequate staff, volunteers and supplies. The average daily attendance was 39 children, a higher number than the previous two years. This year we covered the cost of 3 full time and one part time staff persons, three bus trips to Camp Kresge and a special appearance of the Foam Guy!
Children from the greater White Haven area came to the library and Rail Yard Park, where they were greeted by staff and volunteers who planned daily activities and programs for them to enjoy. Outdoor and indoor games, scavenger hunts, arts & crafts, LEGOs, and special presentations provided the opportunity for children to have a safe and friendly place to meet. Also included this year were three days of outdoor activities at nearby Camp Kresge, which was a huge hit with everyone. Lunches and snacks were prepared and provided daily by staff from Camp Kresge. Significant funding was key to the success of this program. Funds were provided by Dennison Township, East Side Borough, Foster Township, Penn Lake Park and White Haven Borough. Area businesses and organizations that helped finance the program were AQUA PA, the Lion’s Club, the Masonic Lodge and the White Haven Firemen’s Social Club, which
hosted a fish fry for us as a fund raiser, and the Wyoming Valley YM/YWCA. Several large private donations were also received. In-kind services were provided by Antonio’s Pizza, Burger King, and Wood’s Ice Cream. Special programs were provided by DCNR staff from Hickory Run State Park, and Marywood University.
Finally, we must acknowledge the efforts and thank staff members Jill, Phyllis, Hailey, Bella and Ava for their enthusiasm, patience and commitment to the program. Thank you to our summer volunteers Amanda, Angie, Erin, Frankie, Gary, and Rowan. We also want to express our appreciation to the additional assistance provided by our many regular library volunteers.
With continued support from our community leaders, we intend to keep this children’s program a top priority for future summers at the library, creating a recreational and learning experience of which we can all be proud.
Sincerely,
The White Haven Area Community Library Board of Directors.
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that his plant won first place in the TNT and High Explosives Manufacturing Division of the Army Ordnance Explosives Safety Contest.
Hal Wagner, son of state treasurer G. Harold Wagner, was stricken with an attack of infantile paralysis at the family home in Lake Penn last week and is a patient at Geisinger Hospital in Danville.
Applicants can now claim their balance for Home Canning Sugar by calling the local War Price and Rationing Board office this Friday or next Tuesday.
CACE registration now open
Crestwood Area Community Education, (CACE), is pleased to announce that registration for the Fall 2024 semester is now open. New this semester, the brochure and registration are available using the QR code printed below.
Classes begin October 1, and run through early December, providing a number of opportunities to dive into new experiences and learn something amazing. Payment by check or money order must still be sent in to secure your spot. We are introducing waivers this semester to ensure everyone has a smooth and safe experience in our classes.
Some of our new offerings this fall include Qi Gong for Beginners, Fundamentals of Western Herbalism, Come On: Get Healthy, Genealogy, Life Writing: Memoirs and Family Stories, Winter Sowing of Seeds, Festive Clay Creations: Holiday Ornament Workshop, and Introduction to Windows and Microsoft Office. Check out the entire brochure by scanning the QR code; there may be something there for you.
We are incredibly proud of our talented local instructors who are ready to share their expertise and talents with the community. Hard copies are also available at the White Haven Market, Library and Post Office.
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Crestwood Field Hockey Preview
Crestwood stickers looking for more success
by Steve Stallone Sports Editor
Hit hard by graduation losses, the Crestwood field hockey team will be looking to a host of new players in the lineup to help the Lady Comets return to the postseason again in 2024. “All 10 seniors we lost to graduation played a pivotal role in the team’s success,” noted head coach Amanda Tredinnick, who guided her squad to a district championship but fell just short of the PIAA Tournament.
“We lost a heartbreaker to Selinsgrove in the (District 2/4 Class 2A) subregional championship (game) last season that kept us out of the state playoffs. But we had a great off season playing together, and we have our eyes set on another district championship and a berth in the state playoffs.”
The Lady Comets do return a solid nucleus of experienced players, headed by seniors Kylah Kelly, Ava McConnell and Alyse Wanchisen, juniors Alex Geiger and Madi Geiger and sophomore
Allie Myers.
Senior Violet Balara; juniors Macie Centak, Allie George, Addison Robbins, Callie Koons, Hayley Keiser, Mackenzie Kovalski and Ella Partington; sophomores Kamryn Kelly, Gabby Carlin, Stella Janoczyk, Morgan Colo, Lexi Zabroski and Reagan Rough; and freshmen Addy Korpusik, Sophia Peters, Alekzandria Dutko, Ella Sorber, Kasey Obes and Myka Szczuki complete the Crestwood roster.
Tredinnick will be assisted by Haley Gayoski and Mel Leo this
season.
After a 2-1 start to the season, the Lady Comets were scheduled to begin Wyoming Valley Conference play this week against Lake-Lehman.
2023
SCHEDULE
August: 26 – at Oley Valley, 31 – Northwest in Bloomsburg tournament, 31 – Bloomsburg in Bloomsburg Tournament
September: 4 – at Lake-Lehman (x), 7 –Twin Valley, 11 – Wyoming Area (x), 16 – at Wilkes-Barre Area (x), 18 – Wyoming Seminary (x), 21 – Max National Invitational (2 games), 23 – Northwestern Lehigh, 25 – Wyoming Valley West (x), 30 – at Abington Heights (x) October: 2 – Lackawanna Trail (x), 5 – Easton, 9 – at Hazleton Area, 14 – Honesdale (x), 16 – at Delaware Valley (x) (x) – WVC game
Crestwood Cross Country Preview Crestwood cross country teams run toward more success
by Steve Stallone Sports Editor
The Crestwood Cross Country program has been reloading with successful teams for several seasons now. Don’t expect 2024 to be much different. Both the boys and girls return experienced runners at the top and have a lot of depth pieces in place as they look to be making plenty of noise again in the regular season and beyond. Both Crestwood teams went unbeaten in the conference en route to WVC championships last season. The Lady Comets went on to win the District 2 Class 2A title as well.
“Our boys’ squad is a bit top heavy with an experienced topthree who have been up there for our team previously,” veteran head coach Rob Moulton said. “After that, we have a lot of depth pieces who will hopefully push each other to get into the numbers 4, 5, 6 and 7 spots.”
The experienced top-three Moulton is referring to is junior Mason Staude and seniors Nate Higgins and Jacob Lettieri. Staude is the team’s #1 and is back to form after missing the last half of the 2023 season due to a medical precaution.
Senior Kevin Luther also returns with experience, while Moulton points to sophomore Bradley Myers and freshmen Ethan Deivert, Jonah Partingon, Rowan Dietrich and James
Zaroda as runners to watch this season. Juniors Sam Partington, Nate Havard, Spencer Young and Joey Van Dusen add to the Comets’ deep reserve of runners.
“They should be very competitive in the conference and (at) districts depending on how the middle of our pack progresses,” Moulton said of the Comets. “The boys are excited for competition over the next two months.”
The Crestwood girls also return several experienced runners, headlined by junior returning state qualifier Katie Kozich. “Our girls’ team brings a nice balance of experience and upcoming depth,” Moulton said. “We will be led by some of our previous top athletes, and we will look to develop some of our younger girls for the future.
“We lost a few top runners,” referring to graduates Maggie Kozich, Ellie Kozich and Maggie Riccio. “But we are excited about how deep our squad is again. The girls look forward to a fun season and hope to be closer to the top in the conference and in districts at the end of the season.”
In addition to Katie Kozich, Moulton is expecting big things from seniors Kaelyn Baker and Ella Novelli; juniors Mollie Kozich and Maddie Danko; and sophomores Alyssa Leicht, Adrienne Shebelock and Willow Guydish. Rounding out the Lady Comets’ lineup are seniors Katie Modrovsky, Katie Charsky, Marissa Sanders and
Emily Leicht; and freshmen Lily Dorshefski, Pauline Villafuerte and Riley Ruch.
Assisting Moulton this season are Amy Viti, Keith Junas and Gina Jakubowski.
The 17-team Wyoming Valley Conference, which also includes Northwest and ColumbiaMontour Vo-Tech runners from District 4, will continue its format of five clusters of teams, allowing teams to face all 16 WVC opponents while running six times in the conference.
After competing in the Cliff Robbins Invitational on Saturday, Crestwood was set to open WVC action this week with a cluster meet at Hazleton Area’s Community Park. Wednesday’s meet also features MMI Prep.
2023 SCHEDULE
AUGUST: 31 - at Robbins Invitational.
SEPTEMBER: 4 - at Hazleton Area (MMI); 11 - at Dallas (L-L, Tunkhannock, Hazleton Area, MMI); 18 - Home cluster meet (Holy Redeemer, Hanover Area, Nanticoke, MMI); 25 - Home cluster meet (Pittston Area, W-B Area, Wyoming Area, Valley West, Hazleton Area, MMI).
OCTOBER: 2 - at MMI Prep (Hazleton Area, Berwick, CMVT, Northwest); 17 - at WVC Meet; 23 - at District 2 Championships.
Freeland Y Run for the Children
The Freeland YMCA will host its 19th annual Freeland YMCA Run for The Children 5K Run/ Walk on Saturday, September 14, through the streets of Freeland. Two new contests have been added this year, a 5K Dog Jog/Walk and a 1 Mile Family Fun Run/Walk.
The 5K is a moderate course with some hills. All events will start and end at the Freeland YMCA (600 Front Street). Proceeds benefit youth programs at the Freeland YMCA. Registrants for the 5K Run/ Walk, and Dog Jog will receive a commemorative Dri-Fit T-shirt. Advance registration is $25 before September 7. Registration on the day of the event is $30.
5K Run awards will be given to the overall top female and
male participants. The top 3 female and top 3 males in the following age groups will receive medals: 12 & under; 13-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60+. The top 3 dog joggers and the top 3 walkers (male or female) will receive medals. The yearly Kid’s Fun Run through the Freeland Public Park, for children under 12, will also be held. The entry fee is $5 per runner. All participants will receive a medal and will be entered in a random drawing for a grand prize.
Registration starts at 8:30 a.m., with Kid’s Fun Run at 9, 5K Run/Walk, and 5K Dog/Jog Walk at 10, 1 Mile Family Fun Run/Walk at 10:05, and awards at 11. Posted at NEPARunner.com
Comets’ Staude wins Robbins Invitational; Kozich second in girls’ race
After missing the last part of the 2023 cross country season due to medical precaution, Creswood’s Mason Staude was able to bounce back and enjoy a strong track season in the spring. His return to top form continued on Saturday at the annual Cliff Robbins Sr. Memorial Invitational at Misericordia University.
Staude passed six runners right after the 2-mile marker, and pulled away late in the 3.1-mile race to clock a winning time of 16:36, 15 seconds ahead of Northwest runner-up Michael Fritz. The two sprinted over the last half-mile, with Staude getting the best of his Wyoming Valley Conference rival in the season-opening meet.
Crestwood was the only WVC boys team with three medalists. Other Comets with top-25 finishes were Jacob Lettieri (17:53) in 12th and Nate Higgins (18:10) in 17th.
Creed Dewing (17:04) of Northeast Bradford, Henry Decker (17:22) of Lakeland and Lorenzo Christian (17:31) of Montrose completed the top-5 runners overall.
No team scores were kept. In the girls’ race, Dallas’ Madison Hedglin repeated her championship performance of a year ago in dominating fashion. She cruised through the muddy terrain in a time of 19:07, defeating Crestwood runner-up
Katie Kozich (20:07) by a full minute. Dallas’ Sarah Williams (20:13) was third, and teammate Erika Doran added a ninth for the Mountaineers.
WVC runners finished 1-5 and grabbed 10 of the top 13 spots in the girls’ race.
Crestwood had three medal winners. Joining Kozich on the medal stand were teammates Kaelyn Barker (fifth, 20:36) and Adrienne Shebelock (11th, 21:37). The Lady Comets’ depth was also on display, as they had five runners in the top 50 and 10 in the top 62.
Hazleton Area’s Milana Daiute (20:24) placed fourth for the Lady Cougars.
Field Hockey
Crestwood 8, Northwest 0 - The Crestwood field hockey team went 2-0 at the Bloomsburg Invitational on Saturday, opening with a shutout of Northwest behind Alyse Wanchisen’s three-goal performance.
Lexi Zabroski backed Wanchisen’s hat trick with a pair of scores, while Ava McConnell, Ally George and Allie Myers added one goal apiece for the Lady Comets. Stella Janoscyk, Myers, McConnell, Wanchisen and Macie Centak all notched assists in the victory.
Crestwood dominated in shots on goal (20-1) and penalty corners (11-6), with goalkeeper
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Madi Geiger making one save. Crestwood 7, Bloomsburg 0 - Alex Geiger and Ally George both scored two goals, and the Lady Comets (2-1) rolled to a second shutout win.
Stella Janoscyk, Kasey Obes and Alyse Wanchisen also scored goals for Crestwood, with Obes, Ava McConnell and Lexi Zabroski contributing assists.
Crestwood had 25 shots on goal and had 26 penalty corners in the one-sided affair. Madi Geiger again made one save in goal.
Volleyball
Williams Valley 3, Weatherly Area 1 - Hosting Williams Valley for their home and season opener, the Lady Wreckers gave the Vikings all they could handle in the four-set match.
Williams Valley squeaked out a 26-24 win in the opening game before Weatherly Area came back to win Game 2 by a 25-20 score. The Vikings followed with wins of 25-21 and 25-20 to escape with the Schuylkill League triumph.
Naomi Carl had eight kills in the opening game and Emma Reinoehl tallied seven in the second game for the Vikings. Carl had eight kills in the third, while Gabrielle Dupres recorded 13 kills in the final game.
Rachel Rosenlund paced the Lady Wreckers with six service aces and 10 assists. Kelly Reiner notched six aces, three kills and one block, and Abby Weston pitched in with four kills and seven digs.
Minersville 3, Weatherly Area 0 - Two days later, the Lady Wreckers visited Minersville and were dealt a 25-12, 25-16, 25-14 Schuylkill League setback.
Rachel Rosenland had five service points, three aces and two assists for Weatherly. Abby Teodorescu also posted five service points, and Abby Weston had three service winners and four digs.
Golf
Mahanoy Area 331, Weatherly Area 490 - At Mountain Valley Golf Course, Haden Kechula posted a medalist round of 81, one of four Mahanoy Area golfers in the low-80s in their Schuylkill League home win over Weatherly Area. Lenny Zack followed with an 82, and Brayden Maksimik and Chase McCole each carded 84s for the Golden Bears.
Weatherly Area’s scorers were Matt Adler (118), Jacob Hinkle (122), Colton Reiner (123), Brad Connors (127) and Kyle Reiner (127).
Crestwood 161, Pittston Area 166Crestwood continued its winning ways, edging Pittston Area in WVC play at Blue Ridge Trail.
Tommy Biscotti topped the Comets’ balanced attack with a nine-hole score of 37, followed by Sienna Smith (38), Brady Johnson (39) and Brady Zoeller (47).
Pittston Area’s Pat Ruane was the medalist with a 1-under-par 35. Ryan Noone (41), Nick Cook (45) and Chris Scavo (45) completed the scoring.
Crestwood 167, Nanticoke Area 213 - At Edgewood Golf Course, Tommy Biscotti shot a 3-over 39 to take medalist honors and lead the Comets to the WVC victory.
Sienna Smith (41), Brady Johnson (42) and Luke Joseph (45) capped the Comets’ easy win.
Luke Yendrzeiwski had a 46 to pace the Trojans, and Trey Misanski had a 52.
Boys’ Soccer
Crestwood 3, Mountain View 2 - Ethan Zabroski scored a pair of goals, including the game-winner at 4:16 of the overtime period, leading the Comets past Mountain View in a non-league game.
Niko Francisco also scored a goal for the Comets.
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Crestwood football
Valley View deals Comets 2nd consecutive gridiron
Even though they were facing one another for the fifth time in three seasons, last Friday night’s high school football matchup between District 2 Class 4A rivals Crestwood and Valley View had a different look.
Opening-night (and postseason) opponents in recent years, the two teams were meeting in Week 2 this time around. Both were coming off season-opening setbacks, and both were without their injured starting quarterbacks.
It was Valley View quarterback Casey Malsberger and the Cougar defense that got the upper hand, setting the tone early en route to a 28-18 victory in Blakely.
In for injured starter Zach Cwalinski, Malsberger was hardly in awe. The senior quarterback and former starter accounted for three touchdowns -- including touchdown runs of 27 and 1 yards -- and led the
charge for a Cougar offense that was shut out by Scranton Prep in Week 1.
It was the defense that came up big first, however.
On the third play of the game, Valley View’s Tyler Scoblick intercepted a Crestwood pass at the Comets’ 35-yard line. That turnover set up Preston Reed’s 6-yard touchdown run just 2:20 into the game.
Later in the quarter, Valley View’s Nick Kucharski intercepted a long pass at the 1-yard line, eventually leading to Malsberger’s 5-yard touchdown pass to Bryon McLean early in the second quarter for a 14-0 lead.
The Valley View defense came up with yet another momentumturning stop late in the first half. Crestwood drove to the Cougars’ 1-yard line with 13.7 seconds to play before Jake Jeckell was stuffed for a 1-yard loss. Out of timeouts, the Comets were unable to get off another play
Scholastic Schedule
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 4
Cross Country
Crestwood at Hazleton Area, MMI Prep
Schuylkill Haven, Shenandoah Valley at Weatherly Area
Field Hockey
Crestwood at Lake-Lehman
Golf
Lake-Lehman at Crestwood
Boys’ Soccer
Pittston Area at Crestwood
Girls’ Soccer
Weatherly Area at Lourdes Regional
THURSDAY, SEPT. 5
Girls’ Tennis
Holy Redeemer at Crestwood
Boys’ Soccer
Gregory the Great at Crestwood
Weatherly Area at Minersville
Girls’ Volleyball
Weatherly Area at Tri-Valley
FRIDAY, SEPT. 6
Football
Crestwood at Tunkhannock
Golf
MMI Prep at Crestwood
Boys’ Soccer
Lincoln Leadership at Weatherly Area
Girls’ Soccer
Berwick at Crestwood
Girls’ Volleyball
Crestwood at Delaware Valley
SATURDAY, SEPT. 7
Field Hockey
Twin Valley at Crestwood
Girls’ Soccer
Crestwood at Hughesville
Williams Valley at Weatherly Area
Girls’ Volleyball
Weatherly Area at North Schuylkill
Invitational
Cross Country
Weatherly Area at Centaur Invitational
MONDAY, SEPT. 9
Girls’ Soccer
Weatherly Area at Minersville
Crestwood at Dallas
TUESDAY, SEPT. 10
Golf
Crestwood at Dallas
Boys’ Soccer
Shenandoah Valley at Weatherly Area
Crestwood at Hazleton Area
Girls’ Volleyball
Shenandoah Valley at Weatherly Area
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 11
Girls’ Volleyball
Wyoming Valley West at Crestwood
prior to the end of the half. Valley View took the secondhalf kickoff and drove 80 yards in five plays to increase its lead. Malsberger (4-for-8 passing, 106 yards) hit Gianni Marino on a 42-yard pass play, and later scored on a 27-yard touchdown run up the middle to make it 21-0.
Midway through the third quarter, Malsberger punched in another touchdown from one yard out, upping the Valley View lead to 28-0.
Crestwood refused to fold, scoring twice to pull back into the game.
Colin Lazo’s 6-yard touchdown run with 1:42 remaining in the third quarter concluded a 68-yard, 7-play scoring drive that broke the shutout bid.
On their ensuing possession, the Comets called Jack Rodgers’ number, and the backup quarterback scored on a 1-yard run. That and Ethan Zabroski’s
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PAT pulled Crestwood within 28-13 with 8:49 still to play in the game.
Valley Viewed helped out the Comets’ second scoring drive with five penalties, including three for unsportsmanlike conduct. The Cougars finished with nine second-half penalties and 10 overall but were able to run out the clock and capture their first win of 2023.
Kucharski paced Valley View with 115 rushing yards on 11 carries, and Malsberger had a combined 138 yards of offense and a hand in three of the team’s four touchdowns.
Giovanni Barna led the Crestwood offense with 71 yards on 12 carries, while Jeckell finished with 66 yards on 15 attempts.
Up next for the Comets (0-2) is a Friday night road game at Tunkhannock (1-1). The Tigers are coming off a win over Holy Redeemer. Crestwood will be home with Western Wayne in Week 4.
Valley View 28, Crestwood 13 Crestwood.........0 0 6 7 — 13 Valley View....... 7 7 14 0 — 28
Cross Country
Weatherly Area at Shenandoah Valley (cluster meet)
