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A Tradition of Tuna

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Lions offer annual Lenten sale

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Members of the Moosic Lions’ Club gather every Friday during Lent at the Moosic Youth Center on Main Street.

by Shannon C. Keith

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If you’re looking for something homemade this Lenten season but don’t have the time or desire to make soup from scratch, or the patience to mix tuna salad to the perfect consistency, fret no more — The Moosic Lions’ Club has you covered.

Each year, a small team of dedicated volunteers gather at the Moosic Youth Center, 606 Main St., early each Friday during Lent, all in the name of tradition, with the group’s timetested annual fundraising event.

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There’s always a steady flow of patrons too, as many in the Triboro wait for the club to host its homemade soup and hoagie sale. As folks enter the youth center via its side door, they joke with those exiting, teasing each other about how many hoagies and quarts the other was going to, or already had, purchased that day.

It’s a familiar scene and one that continues every Friday during Lent including Friday, April 3, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Moosic Youth Center.

Hoagies are $4, and are served on an 8-inch bun with lettuce, tomato and optional onion.

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The clam chowder features a hefty amount of vegetables and clams and is available for $3 a pint, or $6 per quart.

Proceeds from the sale are used to fund the club’s scholarship as well as other projects, like the annual Easter egg hunt at Kobesky Field in the Greenwood section of Moosic.

To pre-order, or to schedule delivery to your place of business, call Tim at 570-457-1299.

Walk-ins are always welcome, but organizers advise calling ahead to place your order, because when the items run out for the day, they run out, even if that happens before the volunteers close up shop for the day at 1 p.m.

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MOOSIC POLICE: Officers responded to 65 calls between Feb. 15-21.

On Feb. 15, officers were sent to investigate an activated alarm on Glenmaura Boulevard. Officers stopped to assist a disabled motorist in the 4500 block of Birney Avenue. An animal welfare complaint sent officers to a home in the 4000 block of Birney Avenue. Officers were also dispatched to assist the fire department with a call at 16 Glenmaura National Boulevard.

On Feb. 16, officers were dispatched to investigate a report of retail theft at the Turkey Hill on Birney Avenue. A similar call sent officers to the Gerrity’s on Birney Avenue. Officers assisted Taylor police with a call in the 1100 block of Springbrook Avenue.

On Feb. 17, officers were dispatched to investigate a motor vehicle accident (MVA) in the 900 block of School Street.

On Feb. 18, officers were dispatched to investigate an MVA on Glenmaura Boulevard.

On Feb. 19, officers were sent to investigate an MVA in the 100 block of Glenmaura National Boulevard. A retail theft complaint sent officers to the 3500 block of Birney Avenue. Officers were sent to investigate a report of a domestic dispute in a home on Emerson Drive. Officers returned to the same location to investigate a report of a disorderly person causing a disturbance.

An activated alarm sent officers to the 2000 block of Shoppes Boulevard. Officers were sent to investigate a similar call in the 4800 block of Birney Avenue.

On Feb. 20, officers were dispatched to investigate a report of a disorderly juvenile in the 100 block of Main Street. An MVA sent officers to the intersection of Rte. 502 and Glenmaura National Boulevard. Police were sent to investigate a retail theft complaint at the Kmart on Birney Avenue.

Officers made one arrest. Police also assisted Old Forge officers with a call at the intersection of Rte. 502 and Rocky Glen Road. Officers also responded to investigate a report of an erratic driver possibly driving under the influence.

On Feb. 21, officers were dispatched to investigate a report of malfunctioning railroad gates in the 700 block of Main Street.

A reported highway hazard sent officers to Rte. 502. Officers were sent to investigate a report of a verbal domestic in progress in the 800 block of Main Street. Officers also responded to investigate an MVA on Glenmaura National Boulevard.

OLD FORGE POLICE: No report was available at press time.

TAYLOR POLICE: Officers responded to more than 65 calls between Feb. 1524.

On Feb. 15, officers were sent to assist Old Forge officers with a call in the 800 block of Main Street. Police were sent to investigate a report of a motor vehicle accident (MVA) in the 1500 block of South Main Street. A report of a domestic assault sent officers to a home in the 100 block of Longview Drive. Officers assisted the fire department with a call in the 100 block of Ridge Street. Police conducted a traffic stop in the 900 block of South Main Street. A parking complaint sent officers to a home on Lewis Court.

Police were dispatched to investigate an MVA in the Walmart parking lot off of Main Street. A report of reckless driving sent officers to the Walmart parking lot off of Main Street. Police responded to investigate an abandoned vehicle in the 600 block of North Main Street. Officers also responded to investigate a report of a disorderly individual at the Walmart on Main Street.

On Feb. 16, officers were dispatched to investigate an activated alarm at the Winner’s Circle on Main Street. A criminal mischief complaint sent officers to the 400 block of North Main Street. An MVA sent officers to the intersection of Springbrook Avenue and Eighth Street.

On Feb. 17, officers were dispatched to investigate a trespassing complaint at the Walmart on Main Street.

On Feb. 18, officers conducted traffic stops in the 500 block of Union Street.

On Feb. 19, officers were dispatched to investigate an activated alarm at the Winner’s Circle on Main Street. A report of public drunkenness sent officers to Oak Street. Officers were sent to investigate See POLICE on page 4

‘Cool’ Look at Ice

To celebrate winter and the tradition of ice harvesting in the Pocono Mountains, including the 22nd annual Tobyhanna Ice Harvest on Mill Pond No. 1, Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) will feature an exhibit entitled, “A Cool Look at the Ice Industry.” Through historic artifacts and images from local historical societies and Steamtown’s collection, the exhibit traces the path of ice from ponds and lakes to homes and businesses, and presents ice as a resource that shaped a new America. The exhibit is located in the park’s Changing Exhibits Gallery.

The exhibit, open through Sunday, April 26, is included in the park’s daily entrance fee, which is $7 for all, ages 16 and older; children 15 and younger accompanied by an adult are free. Located in downtown Scranton, Steamtown NHS is open daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. through April 3; regular hours, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. resume on Saturday, April 4.

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State Rep. Marty Flynn, D-Lackawanna, said his office has applications available for the state’s popular Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program.

“Eligible residents can claim rebates on property taxes or rent paid in 2014, and the deadline is June 30, 2015, so I recommend my constituents get a head start on filing their claims,” Flynn said. “If help is needed, don’t hesitate to come to my office for free assistance.”

Flynn’s office is located at 409 N. Main Ave. in Jay’s Commons, Scranton; the phone number is 570-342-4348.

This program benefits Pennsylvania residents 65 or older, widows and widowers 50 or older, and disabled people 18 or older. The filer’s income must not exceed $35,000 a year for homeowners or $15,000 a year for renters, and half of Social Security income is excluded.

Applications can also be filed online at www.revenue.pa.gov or by calling (888) 222-9190. Rebates will be distributed beginning July 1.

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personal representatives or estates on behalf of deceased claimants who meet all qualifying criteria and lived at least one day in 2014, rather than the entire year.

Another change excludes Social Security cost-of-living adjustments from being considered, in case the COLA pushes an applicant out of eligibility.

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torical and Museum Commission sites open admission-free in commemoration of the document by which King Charles II granted to William Penn the vast tract of land known today as Pennsylvania.

The day will include fun and interesting activities for children and families such as the Pennsylvania Trail of History game hosted by students of the Leadership Lackawanna Program Tomorrow’s Leaders Today. The museum will also formally open a new exhibition entitled: “We Can Do It: Women in World War II,” hosted by Curator John Fielding and Kate Gibbons of Exeter, in honor of International Women’s Day. Refreshments will be served and visitors are invited to enjoy a Pennsylva-

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The Pennsylvania Anthracite Heritage Museum is located in McDade Park, off Keyser Avenue, in Scranton.

For more information or directions, call 570-963-4804 or visit anthracitemuseum.org.

Street. Officers were sent to investigate a water leak at the intersection of Main and Depot streets. A report of received terroristic threats sent officers to the 1100 block of Prince Street.

Officers were sent to investigate a harassment complaint in the 200 block of Main Street. A domestic dispute sent officers to a home in the 100 block of Jefferson Street. Police also responded to investigate a report of a car off the road on Powell Street.

On Feb. 22, officers were dispatched to investigate an MVA in the 1100 block of Loomis Avenue. Officers conducted a traffic stop on Pond Street. The driver was arrested for driving under the influence (DUI). Police made a drug arrest in the Walmart parking lot off of Main Street.

On Feb. 23, officers were dispatched to investigate a custody dispute in a home

on Kennedy Boulevard. Officers issued a traffic citation in the 1300 block of Main Street. Officers responded to assist a disabled motorist on Davis Street. Officers also responded to assist a disabled motorist at the intersection of Depot and Main streets.

A report of counterfeit money sent officers to the Walmart on Main Street. Officers were dispatched to investigate a reported theft complaint at the Turkey Hill on Keyser Avenue. Officers also investigated a harassment complaint in the Riverside High School.

On Feb. 24, officers conducted a traffic stop at McDade Park. Officers also conducted a traffic stop in the 100 block of South Keyser Avenue. The driver was arrested for DUI. Police also conducted a traffic stop in the 500 block of Union Street. Officers issued a citation.

OLD FORGE — The Old Forge Lions Little League meeting for February will now be held on Thursday, Feb. 26, at 7:30 p.m. at Old Forge High School.

Charter Day

SCRANTON — The Pennsylvania Anthracite Heritage Museum will host a book signing of the new book: “Lackawanna County Chronicles” by author Margo L. Azzarelli on Sunday, March 8, as part of Pennsylvania Charter Day. Visitors are welcome to meet with the author from noon to 4 p.m., during the Charter Day event. Charter Day is traditionally a day when Pennsylvania His-

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a fraud complaint in the 200 block of South Main Street. A theft complaint sent officers to a home in the 300 block of West Taylor Street.

On Feb. 20, officers were dispatched to investigate a report of counterfeit money used at the Price Chopper on Main Street.

A theft complaint sent officers to the Walmart on Main Street.

Officers were sent to investigate a trespassing complaint in the 200 block of Main Street. An MVA sent officers to South Keyser Avenue.

On Feb. 21, officers were dispatched to investigate a reported fight at Nippers on Main Street. An activated alarm sent officers to the Winner’s Circle on Main

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Pasta Dinner

TAYLOR — The United Baptist Church of Taylor, 125 Church St., will host a pasta dinner on Saturday, March 7, from 5-8 p.m., with takeout from 3-4 p.m.

Cost $10 for adults; $5 for children 10 years and younger.

For tickets and information contact 570-562-2856, or 570-457-6079.

Around Town Retired Citizens to Meet

OLD FORGE — The Old Forge Retired Citizens will meet Wednesday, March 4, at 2:30 p.m., at Arcaro and Genell’s on Main Street in Old Forge.

Dues will be collected at this meeting.

Triboro Historical Society

TAYLOR — The Triboro Historical Society will meet at 6:45 p.m. on Tuesday, March 17, at the Taylor Community Library located on South Main Street in Taylor.

In observance of “Women in History” month the program will be “Women in War.” All are welcome; the program is free.

Class of 1964

OLD FORGE — The Old Forge Class of 1964 will meet Tuesday, March 24, at noon, at Arcaro and Genell’s on Main Street in Old Forge.

Mass Schedule

Nativity of Our Lord Parish, 127 Stephenson St., Duryea, will hold Mass on Saturdays through Lent at 4 p.m. at Holy Rosary Church and 5:30 p.m. at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church.

Sunday Masses will be held at 8 a.m. at Holy Rosary Church, 9:30 a.m. at Holy Rosary Church and 11 a.m. at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church.

Confessions will be held on Saturdays at Holy Rosary Church from 3:153:45 p.m. and 4:45-5:15 p.m. at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church.

Combined Reunion

TRIBORO — Taylor-Moosic High School classes of 1962-1966 will hold a combined reunion on Saturday, Oct. 17. For information, send an email to Tmhs62-66@yahoo.com.

Film Festival

TAYLOR — A Cary Grant film festival will be held on Thursdays, April 9, 16, 23 and 30, at the Taylor Community Library. The festival will feature “Bringing Up Baby,” “The Talk of the Town,” “Room for One More” and “Charade.”

All films begin at 6:30 p.m. and include refreshments.

Mission Series

AVOCA — Queen of the Apostles Parish will host its annual parish mission Saturday, March 7 through Wednesday, March 11 at the church, 715 Hawthorne St., in Avoca. The mission services, which will be led by the Rev. Sylvester Peterka, CM, are themed “Love Is Our Mission” which is based on the theme of the upcoming worldwide Catholic church’s 2015 World Meeting of Families.

There will be a mission service homily at the weekend Masses at 4 p.m. on Saturday, March 7; and at 8 a.m., 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. on Sunday, March 8, as well as special services at the church at 8 a.m. and 7 p.m.

The Mass on the Wednesday, March 11 will include a closing mission liturgy and celebration of the Pittston Deanery’s Lenten Wednesday “Road to Resurrection” service.

For more information, call the parish office at 570-457-3412. The Rev. Phillip J. Sladicka is the pastor.

Mid-Week Service

TAYLOR — The mid-week Ecumenical Lenten worship will be held at the Primitive Methodist Church on Keyser Avenue at 7 p.m., on Wednesday, March 4. The preacher for the evening will be Rev. Don Roberts, pastor of First United Methodist Church Taylor.

Everyone is welcome.

Lenten Food Sales

DURYEA — The Nativity of Our Lord Parish, 127 Stephenson St., Dur-

yea, will host its first Lenten Food Sale on Friday, March 6, from 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., eat in or takeout. The menu will include potato pancakes, clam chowder, haluski, pizza (baked and unbaked), frozen pierogi (unprepared) and baked goods. Only frozen pierogie, by the dozen, will be available on Friday, March 6.

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A preview cocktail party will be held on Friday, Feb. 27, from 7-10 p.m. to benefit the Lackawanna Historical Society. Tickets are $75 and include open bar and light fare. Honorary co-chairs for the Preview Dinner by Design: POSH at The Party are Ali Duffy and Jerard Butala.

Softball Signups: The Taylor Girls Softball Association will host registration every Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. at the Taylor community center. Signups will continue through February. Registration cost is $55 for one player, $10 each additional player, with a $75 family cap. Uniform is included in registration.

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Children’s Dental Health: In celebration of February National Children’s Dental Health Month, the Luzerne County Dental Society (LCDS) is planning an event for local children.

The Wyoming Valley Mall will be the location for the event on Saturday, Feb. 28, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The LCDS will offer the community free access to the following: dental exams for children, visits and photos with the Tooth Fairy, coloring contest, prize giveaways throughout the day, toothbrush giveaways and educational materials.

LCDS is a voluntary organization comprised of more than 150 local member dentists. The LCDS is a constituency group of the American Dental Association, the largest and oldest national dental society in the world, and the Pennsylvania Dental Association. The society oversees activities like Children’s Dental Health Month, public education, school visitations, and continuing education for dentists.

For more information visit luzernecountydental.org.

Pre-St. Patty’s Party: Serving Seniors will host its annual fundraising event the

“Pre-St. Patrick’s Day Cocktail Party” on Friday, March 6, at Colarusso’s La Palazzo, 4500 Birney Ave., from 5:30–8 p.m. The cost is $35 and includes hors d’oeuvres, cocktails and entertainment.

Call 570-344-3931 to reserve tickets.

Tickets are also available at the door. Proceeds of this event will benefit the programs of Serving Seniors.

Author Signing: Author Margo L. Azzarelli will be at the Taylor Public Library on Saturday, March 7, at 11:30 a.m. and available to sign her book “Lackawanna County Chronicles.” The book is available for $19.95.

Lenten Concerts: In a 66-year tradition of inspiring prayer and meditation through music, the Catholic Choral Society will present two Lenten Concerts. Both concerts are presented for free.

The first concert on Sunday, March 8, will be held at St. Andrew’s Parish, 316 Parish St., Wilkes-Barre. at 3 p.m.

The pastor of St. Andrew’s Church is Rev. James E. McGahagan.

The second concert will be presented at Forty Fort United Methodist Church, 26 Yeager Ave., Forty-Fort on Sunday, March 15, at 3 p.m. The pastor of Forty-Fort United Methodist Church is Rev. Dr. Philip T. Wanck.

Dr. Thomas Rittenhouse and Brenda Grunza are co-presidents of the Catholic Choral Society. Ann Manganiello is music director of this group while Jean Shields is accompanist. The group, marking its 66th season, is composed of members from both Luzerne and Lackawanna counties who will perform inspirational music in the Lenten tradition at the March concerts.

Further information may be obtained by calling 570-575-1040 and also at catholicchoralsociety.org.

Chuck E. Cheese: Hear stories and meet Chuck E. Cheese at the Taylor Library on Tuesday, March 10, at 6:30 p.m., at the Taylor Public Library. Registration is required by calling 570-562-1234.

Kindergarten Registration: Kindergarten registration for the Riverside School District for 2015-’16 school year will be See CALENDAR on page 12

School NewS Head Start Recruitment

Luzerne County Head Start will be holding “open recruitment” at area centers. Applications will be taken in Luzerne and Wyoming Counties for the 2015-2016 school year. Luzerne County Head Start offers a range of comprehensive programs for children from birth to age 5 and pregnant women, funded by a variety of sources, including federal and state, school district, United Way, community groups, organizations and individuals. Head Start works with low-income children and families to help them achieve their full potential and attain school readiness.

Preschool services for 3-and 4-year-old children, which are free of charge, include education, health, family support, parent involvement, transportation on a limited basis, and opportunities for children with disabilities.

Families must meet specific criteria, including age and income eligibility, to qualify. Parents/guardians are encouraged to apply early, as selection for the 2015-2016 school year begins in the spring of 2015.

Luzerne County Head Start, also offers Pre-K Counts, a state-funded preschool program, in partnership with several school districts in Luzerne County. Services are similar to Head Start preschool services; however, income eligibility is set higher, and no transportation is provided for PreK Counts.

Luzerne County head Start provides Early Head Start services in select areas of both Luzerne and Wyoming Counties. Early Head Start is a full year, home-based program providing child development and family support to pregnant women and children from birth to three.

Any parent or caregiver planning to attend a recruitment session is requested to bring proof of child’s age, child’s current shot record, documentation of child’s diagnosed disability/

special needs (if applicable), medical insurance coverage, and verification of one year’s income (previous 12 months or last calendar year). Social Security numbers may be requested for verification of public assistance and child care subsidy.

Recruitment sessions will be held at the following Triboro-area centers: Pittston/Wyoming Area Center on Thursday, Feb. 26, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; and Exeter EHS Center, 1825 Wyoming Ave. To apply, or for more information on Head Start, Early Head Start, or PreK Counts, call 570-829-6231 or toll-free (800) 551-5829. You can also learn more about LCHS on the web at lchs.hsweb.org or on Facebook, search Luzerne County Head Start, Inc.

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Registration for the 2015-2016 school year for kindergarten will be held in the Old Forge High School auditorium on Tuesday, March 17 and Thursday, March 19.

Registration hours are between 9-11 a.m. and 1-3 p.m. on both days.

Children are eligible for kindergarten in the school district if they are five years of age on or before Wednesday, Sept. 30.

The following items are needed for registration: proof of age (original birth certificate, original baptismal certificate or transcript of the record of baptism — duly certified and showing the date of birth, or written statement from your family physician on their letterhead attesting to the chronological age of the student); proof of district residency if you own it would include: a current utility bill, the part with your name, address and date on it, with at least two of the following: (must be current and must have the current Old Forge address): driver’s license, vehicle registration, vehicle insurance, bank See SCHOOL on page 8

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statement, W2 form/payroll stub or health insurance statement) — if you rent: current utility bill, the part with your name, address, and date on it, with at least two of the following: driver’s license, vehicle registration, vehicle insurance, bank statement, W2 form/ payroll stub and health insurance statement. In addition to the above, the district needs a copy of your current lease with your child/children’s name on it; if the student/family lives with another district resident: multiple occupant application completed and notarized at time of registration. Homeowner/lessee must provide a current utility bill, the part with their name, address, and date on it.

In addition to the above, both the homeowner/lessee and the parent/ guardian of the student (if also living with the district resident) must produce at least two of the following (must be current and reflection the registration address): driver’s license, vehicle registration, vehicle insurance, bank statement, W2 form/payroll stub and health

insurance statement; Immunization records for the following: Diphtheria, Pertussis, Tetanus, Polio, Measles, Rubella, Mumps, Hepatitis B, Varivax and/or a history of chicken pox and Tuberculin test and/or tuberculin risk evaluation if born outside of the United States.

In order to expedite the registration process, please print out the forms provided at the links below and bring the completed forms with you to registration along with the required documentation listed above.

In order to facilitate the registration process, parents are asked to have all required documentation at time of registration. Registrations will not be complete until all the documentation is provided to the district.

Words Left Unsaid

Some words are better left unsaid. Sometimes, though, those are exactly the words that should take center stage. On Friday, Feb. 27, they will, when Wilkes University senior Simone Hanna, of Waldorf, Maryland, presents her senior theater capstone. An original

play written by her, “Words Left Unsaid” will be performed in the Black Box Theatre of the Dorothy Dickson Darte Center for the Performing Arts for two performances, at 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. The event is free and open to the public, though seating is limited.

“Words Better Left Unsaid” is a short play about a young woman contemplating suicide, equal parts heartbreaking and inspiring. “I felt compelled to write something relatable to audience members who may recognize suicidal signs in their peers, or to give a voice to someone who needs help and may not know where to look or who to ask,” Hanna said. “I wanted to do this subject matter for my capstone because I believe that everyone and every topic has a voice. This is an extremely serious topic to me, and holds a place in my life for personal reasons that are my own.”

In addition to writing the play, Hanna is also the co-director and stage manager. Fellow Wilkes students James Daly and John Clifford serve as co-director and lighting designer respectively, and the cast comprises students Taylor Lamerand, Gianna Chase, Margaret Ro-

arty and Shaun Pierre. Theater majors at Wilkes University all present capstone work.

Student Teaching

Eleven Wilkes University education majors are gaining classroom experience this semester as they complete student teaching assignments at area schools. The student teaching is one of the requirements for earning teacher certification in Pennsylvania.

Triboro-area students include Samantha Purdy of Hughestown. Purdy is completing assignments at Chester St. Elementary School, in Kingston., as a learning support teacher and in the Kyrene School District in Mesa, Arizona.

Purdy is pursuing a teaching degree in pre-kindergarten-grade four with certification in special education; James Alfano of Pittston. Alfano is teaching grade nine at Crestwood High School, in Mountain Top. Alfano is pursuing a teaching degree in social studies. Justin Wall of Pittston. Wall is teaching grades seven and eight at Wyoming Valley West Middle School, in Kingston. Wall is pursuing a teaching degree in mathematics.

Devil “Pride” Christopher Thomas and Nathan Barrett, principals of the Old Forge School District announces December Devil Pride Students. The students were chosen based on their recognition for outstanding demonstrations of Devil Pride. Pride stands for Prepared, Respectful, Independent, Dependable and Example to others.

From left, sitting: Monty Fausnaught, Ryan Demarco and Stephanie Kucharski.

Standing: Barrett, Arianna Brown, Mia Nardone, Billy Kucharski and Gabriella Eremo.

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People drive from all across the region to pick up a slice or cut or a tray of Old Forge Pizza. Any one of them can argue why one pizza is better than another - but what do people from the Triboro have to say? There are so many other great categories and we can’t wait to hear what you have to say. Take some time to fill out the Readers Choice ballot and mail it in to us by Monday, March 16th: or Vote online. We plan to have all the results of the survey tabulated and published Thursday, April 9th.

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AD/HD Family Support Group, 2nd Tuesday of the month. Every second and fourth Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. Geisinger Wyoming Valley, Wilkes-Barre.

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Kids Book Club, Page Turners, First Thursday of the month. Kids in grades 3-5 meet the first Thursday of every month. Registration requested.

Pittston Memorial Library, Pittston.

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After School Players, thru March 5, Tuesdays, Thursdays, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Middle and high school students are invited to study theater arts with Brenda Fager. Scenes will be performed for friends and family at the

Musical Theatre Dance Class, Tuesdays, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Children ages 10 and older will study a mixend of the workshop. No experience is ture of tap, ballet and jazz in order to required. Registration requested. The prepare for college and stage musiDietrich Theater, Tunkhannock. Free. cal theatre auditions. Semi-private 570-996-1500 or dietrichtheater.com. and private lessons are available on Wednesdays. Phoenix Performing First Friday Scranton, First Friday Arts Centre, Duryea. $10 or $15 both of the month. Enjoy live music, free classes. 570-991-1817 or phoenixpac. trolley rides, and hors d’oeuvres and vpweb.com. beverages at participating venues at this monthly artwalk. Downtown Quilting for Kids: Cross and Crown, Scranton, Scranton. Free. 570-466thru March 25, Wednesdays, 3:30-5 9656 or firstfridayscranton.com. p.m. Learn traditional American quiltIntermediate Jazz/Contemporary

ing techniques while creating a colorful quilt with instructors Terry Keller,

Peggy Lane and Ingrid Rogler. Recommended for ages six and older. The Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock. $6/ class includes fabric. 570-996-1500 or dietrichtheater.com.

Quilting for Everyone: Scrap Treasures, thru March 25, Wednesdays, 6-7:30 p.m. Learn early American quilting as you create a timeless scrap quilt with instructors Terry Keller, Peggy Lane and Ingrid Rogler. New and experienced quilters are welcome.

Registration requested. Ages 13 and older. The Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock. $6/class includes fabric. 570996-1500 or dietrichtheater.com info@ dietrichtheater.com.

Children’s Cancer Support Group, last Saturday of the month. The Center for Comprehensive Cancer Care sponsors a support group for children ages 5 to 18 who are coping with the cancer of a loved one. Group facilitators will hold sessions featuring art, music, drama and yoga. The Commonwealth Medical College, Scranton. Free. 570342-8874 or KArscott@tcmedc.org.

Minecraft Event, thru April 25, 4th Saturday of the month. Kids ages 7 to 14 are invited to join in the “grinding, building, spleefing and raising of diamond swords” at this monthly Minecraft Event with instructor Rand Whipple and the Box of Light Studio staff. Early registration encouraged; this event is expected to sell out quickly. The Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock. $17 per session. 570-996-1500 or dietrichtheater.com.

LEGO Film & Claymation, March 28, 10:30 a.m. to noon , April 25, 10:30 a.m. to noon. Children ages 7 to 14 will make animated movies using LEGOS or clay with instructor Rand Whipple and his Box of Light Studio staff. Learn how to make characters’ movements smooth sound effects pop and make stop motion movies the way the movie studios do. Space is limited.

Sign up for one or all four sessions.

The Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock. $17 per session. 570-996-1500 or dietrichtheater.com.

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Junior Blue Devil looking for victory this Friday “I was going to give him the ball, I wanted him to control the game,” Yannielllo said. “He was my guy this year, all summer long I worked with him a lot.”

His focus of late has been on defense, containing the opposing team’s top scoring threat, and he has been successful.

“The biggest thing we’ve asked of him, especially midway through the season, was defensively,” Yannielllo said. “When we play man, he’s playing the best guy on the other team.”

That has meant a lot of big-time scorers, but Pelosi has risen to the challenge, holding sharp-shooters like Riverside’s Randy Kincel and Mid Valley’s Jason Kenny to single digits for the Blue Devils.

“He’s not the biggest guy out there, but he’s quick, he’s got a quick first step,” Yannielllo said. “If you look at him, I don’t think teams really understand how quick he really is. He’s been up to the challenge.”

On offense, Pelosi has been unselfish, understanding what his role is.

“I like to get everyone involved, whether it’s looking inside to our two big guys, Ben Grochowski and A.J. Cantarella, or kicking it to Joey Gutowski in the corner,” Pelosi said. “I like to keep all of them in-

volved, because all three can impact the game.

“I’ve had games where I’ve scored 10 points, and others where I’ve only scored 5. Overall, we have a lot of scorers. It’s not my main goal to put up a lot of points. I like to get my teammates involved.”

That’s fine with his coach.

“I think the best teams out there are the teams that have the best point guard, guys who can control the game,” Yannielllo said. “He needed that extra push. In games, I’m always talking to him, making sure he comes over to me. The one guy I want to have control of is him.”

It has taken three seasons for Pelosi to show what he’s capable of doing on the basketball court. It has been well worth the wait as Old Forge once again demonstrates how a rugged league schedule can prepare a team for the District 2 Class A playoffs.

Having made nine straight appearances in the district final is proof enough that the Blue Devils know what to do to get there.

This year, the tougher-than-he-looks Pelosi will direct the title charge as the point guard. He anticipates nothing but success.

tion, tax statement, check stubs from pay- 22 the Lackawanna Historical Society will check, public assistance, or social security, host a pysanky egg demonstration at the Catlin House, 232 Monroe Ave., ScranContinued from page 6 court order or sworn affidavit. ton. The demonstration will begin at 2 held at West Elementary on Wednesday, Ham Bingo: Rev. Eduard Shestak and p.m.

March 11, and East Elementary on Thurs- the parishioners of St. Nicholas Byzantine Pysanky is a traditional Ukranian craft day, March 12, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. both Catholic Church will sponsor the fifth an- in which patterns are drawn on eggs with days at both schools. nual Ham Bingo on Sunday, March 22, wax, which protects the egg when dye is The child must be 5 years old by Sept. at 1 p.m. The event will be held in the applied. The demonstration will be led by 1, 2015.

Tammy Budnovitch, who has been makchurch hall at 320 Vine St. The following documents must be Theme baskets, door prizes and various ing pysanky since she was a child. She will brought to registration: child’s original bingo specials will be available throughout demonstrate how to create pysanky, and birth certificate and proof of immunization the afternoon. will have pre-made eggs available for purfor DPT (1 dose on or after fourth birthThe kitchen opens at 11 a.m. A vari- chase. day), polio, measles, mumps, rubella and ety of food items and refreshments will be Budnovitch is a member of S.S. Cyril hepatitis B, varicella (chicken pox), along available. The church will also sponsor a and Methodius and has been teaching with TB testing. Also, four acceptable bake sale during the bingo. pysanky for several years. proofs of residency: may be deed or lease For more information or to make resAdmission will be $3. agreement, driver’s license, motor vehicle ervations for this program, contact the registration, two utility bills, voter registraEgg Decoration: On Sunday, March Lackawanna Historical Society at 570-

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Nick Pelosi always had confidence in himself, but his ankles were another story. A broken left ankle ruined his freshman season at Old Forge and a right ankle sprain hampered his play as a sophomore last year.

“This year they’ve been good,” Pelosi said.

That has been good news for the Blue Devils and their junior point guard, who are seeking a successful defense of their District 2 Class A championship when they face MMI Prep on Friday.

The injury last year curtailed his development, leaving a lot of people looking forward to seeing what Pelosi could do if he remained healthy.

“I missed five or six games, and it was weak,” Pelosi said of his sophomore season.

“It wasn’t 100 percent, but eventually it got better and my minutes increased after that.”

“This is really his first year of varsity basketball,” Old Forge coach Jared Yannielllo said. “He’s done a good job.”

Pelosi was eager to show his talent this

year as the point guard for the Blue Devils.

“I was happy. I knew it was going to be a tough assignment, but I think I’ve handled it pretty well this year,” Pelosi said. “I can’t wait to keep this team moving in the right direction in the playoffs, and looking forward to my senior year.”

“He’s having a good year. We knew, going into the season, because of last year, we knew of his ability,” Yannielllo said.

“Last year, he had the ability, but he’s gotten more mature this year. Early on in the year last year, he probably would have seen more playing time, but he twisted his ankle, and he never really came out of that little funk.

“But he was the guy during the summer that put in a lot of time in the weight room.

He was there every day working out, and he really earned that position. He knows what he’s doing out there.”

The jitters about starting lasted one game at most for Pelosi.

“The first game, I was a little nervous, because it was my first career start,” Pelosi said. “I just wanted to play well throughout the season and keep my teammates involved, get them shots and keep playing at a high level.”

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For more information about the vendor craft fair or for a vendor application, call Penn State Extension at 570-963-6842.

Bus Trip: A bus trip to see “Moses” at Sight and Sound Theater in Lancaster will be held on Friday, April 10, for the 2:45 p.m. show. Cost is $116 and includes bus seat, driver tip, show ticket, dinner, all tips and taxes. Dinner is at the Shady Maple Smorgasbord following the show. Bus leaves Pittston Plaza at 10:45 a.m. A $58 deposit per person is required with reservations. To make a reservation or to request a flyer on the trip, call 570-603-1915, leave a message if no answer.

Trip is being sponsored by the United Methodist Church Pittston Building Fund.

Hoagie, Soup Sale: The Moosic Lions will be holding its annual Lenten tuna hoagie and homemade red clam chowder sale every Friday during Lent through Friday, April 3, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Moosic Youth Center.

Hoagies will cost $4, and clam chowder will be $3 a pint or $6 a quart. Proceeds from the sale will help fund the club’s scholarship as well as other projects.

To pre-order, or to schedule delivery to your place of business, call Tim at 570457-1299. Walk-ins are always welcome.

Children’s Program: Triboro area children are invited to come to the Taylor Library and meet Junie B. Jones on Tuesday, April 28, on 6:30 p.m. Registration is required.

Books, Volunteers Wanted: The University of Scranton’s Weinberg Memorial Library is requesting book and tag sale donations for its annual spring sale, as well as volunteers to help with preparation and staffing for the event, which will take place during the last weekend of April. All proceeds from the book sale will benefit the Friends of the Weinberg Memorial Library Endowment, which supports library collections and services. The Friends of the Weinberg Memorial Library, the library staff and volunteers will conduct the event.

The library will accept any hardcover or paperback books in good condition, including children’s books, cookbooks,

fiction and non-fiction. In addition, the library is collecting media and tag sale items.

Donations may be placed in the boxes on the Monroe Avenue side of the library.

Donations will be accepted until Wednesday, April 22.

This year’s book sale is scheduled for Saturday, April 25, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Sunday, April 26, from noon to 4 p.m., in the fifth floor Heritage Room of the Weinberg Memorial Library. A special preview sale will be held on Friday, April 24, for Friends’ members and Schemel Forum members.

For additional information or to volunteer, contact Barbara Evans at 570-9414078.

Jeans, Christmas Card Collection: The Taylor Community Library, Main Street, is currently collecting used Christmas cards and new and gently used jeans and jackets.

Items can be dropped off during operating hours. Call 570-562-1234.

Food Collection: The Taylor Community Library is currently collecting food for the area food bank. Any canned, boxed or jarred food item are being accepted. Items may be dropped off at the library during regular business hours.

Civil War Roundtable: The Lackawanna Historical Society hosts a Civil War Roundtable the second Tuesday of each month at the Catlin House, 232 Monroe Ave., at 7 p.m. Membership is open to anyone with an interest in the Civil War era, 1861-1865. Yearly membership dues are $20 for individuals and $25 for families.

Reservations are required. For more information, or to reserve your space, call 570-344-3841 or email lackawannahistory@gmail.com.

Go Sleigh Riding: McDade Park is once again offering sleigh riding.

Thanks to the recent snowfalls, the hill is ready and families are making their way to the park for this old-fashioned winter activity.

According to the Lackawanna County Commissioners Corey D. O’Brien, Jim Wansacz and Patrick M. O’Malley, sleigh riding is being offered once again free-ofcharge.

The sled hill area is located near the 911 Memorial across from the park’s second pavilion. It will be open seven days a week from dawn until dusk with plenty of free parking.

Safety measures have been taken with

large bales of hay located at the bottom of the hill to cushion any contact. Safety rules have been posted for everyone to adhere to in an attempt to make it an enjoyable experience.

Individuals are encouraged to contact the park’s office at 570-963-6764 to check on the conditions after a snowfall.

Coat, Blanket Collection: State Rep. Marty Flynn urges residents to drop off used or gently worn coats and blankets at his district office for his annual winter coat drive to benefit area children and adults.

Flynn’s office will collect the coats and blankets during the next several weeks and then donate them to local shelters.

“The only thing we ask is that the items are clean and in usable condition, so they can get into the hands of those who need them immediately,” Flynn said.

Coats may be dropped off from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday at Flynn’s office in Jay’s Commons, 409 N. Main

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Help for Seniors: Older residents with questions about Medicare or health insurance coverage may visit state Rep. Marty Flynn’s office the second Monday of each month for assistance.

Appointments are suggested by calling Flynn’s office at 570-342-4348.

Senior Passes: The Old Forge School Board golden age policy passes, allowing borough residents 65 years of age and older free admission to district-sponsored athletic events, are available in the high school office, 300 Marion St., Old Forge.

Advertising Fundraiser: The Moosic Old Forge men’s softball league is selling advertising space on the outfield fencing at Robert V. Semenza Field at Pagnotti Park in Old Forge. Anyone wishing to purchase a sign can contact league president Tony DiMattia at 570-335-5596.

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MSRP ...................$44,245 SAVE ...................... $5,638

$37,844

2015 Equinox AWD Power Windows, Power Locks, CD Radio, Aluminum Wheels, Cruise Control

BUY FOR

$13,844

BUY FOR

$38,607

2015 Cruze

NEW

NEW

Power Windows, Power Locks, DC

MSRP ....................$27,149 SAVE ...................... $2,274

MSRP ................... $15,820 SAVE ...................... $1,976

NEW

Power Windows, Power Locks, Air Conditioning, Remote Keyless Entry, Rear Vision Camera

MSRP ................... $45,740 SAVE .......................$7,846

BUY FOR

NEW

2015 HD 4x4 Crew Cab LT

2015 NEW

MSRP ................... $19,155 SAVE ...................... $3,800

$24,875

$15,355

BUY FOR

PREOWNED VEHICLES 2007 Chevy Equinox

2008 Chevy Cobalt Low Miles

$

Low Miles

6,450

$

2014 Toyota Corolla 7,000 Miles

$

16,450

2006 Jeep Liberty 4X4 Low Miles

8,950

$

2011 Honda CRV 4x4 21,000 Miles

$

8,950

2013 GMC Terrain 4x4 28,000 miles

17,450

$

20,950

2013 Chevy Cruze Low Miles

$

2014 Chevy Cruze 8,000 Miles

12,950

2014 GMC Terrain 4x4 22,000 miles

$

2013 Nissan Juke AWD Low Miles

21,950

$

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13,875

$

17,450