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Health Screenings
Blood Pressure Screening - Free Thursday, September 1, and Thursday, September 15 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Laurel Mall Walkers Blood Drive Tuesday, September 13, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. HGH Office & Education Building Call 501.6204 to register for a donation time. Please bring personal identification card. The Coming of Age Health Fair Thursday, September 15, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Laurel Mall Open to all area residents. Free health screenings will be available. Prostate Screenings - Free Tuesday, September 20, 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Thursday, September 22, 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Hazleton Health & Wellness Center, Suite 202 Registration required. Register on-line or call 501.6204. Blood Pressure Screening - Free Wednesday, September 21, 11:00 a.m. – noon Hazleton Senior Center Additional Health Screenings - Free Health screenings at various Boyer’s Food Market locations. Call 501.6204 for times and locations or visit www.ghha.org and click on the calendar of events.
Community Education Programs & Activities Senior Choice Lunch & Learn Tuesday, September 6, 11:15 a.m. 15th Street Cancer Treatment Center Guest Speaker – Joe Clark, Executive Director, Leadership Hazleton Topic – Silver Leadership Hazleton Free for Senior Choice members. $5.00 for non-members. Register on-line or call 454.4752. What Every Person Should Know About Stroke Wednesday, September 7, 2:00 p.m. Gunderson Rehabilitation Center at HGH, Sixth Floor Call 501.4600 to register or for more information.
Basic Carb Counting Class Monday, September 12, 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. HGH Office & Education Building “Now You Can - Basic Carb Counting” Program by Medtronic Diabetes What Your Family Needs to Know for Back-to-School Wednesday, September 14 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Join physicians from Alliance Medical Group as they answer your questions about common childhood/adolescent illnesses, immunizations, and reproductive health. Dessen Women’s & Children’s Center Register on-line or call 501.6204 Joint Replacement Surgery Information Session Thursday, September 15, 6:00 p.m. Hazleton Health & Wellness Center, Learn how the Healthy Steps Joint Replacement Program at Hazleton General Hospital complements your joint replacement surgery. Register on-line or call 501.4447. Bariatrics Information Session Tuesday, September 20, 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. HGH Office & Education Building Learn about Surgical Weight Loss Options Call 501.6322 for more information. All About Stroke – A Community Education Program Wednesday, September 21 Learn about stroke prevention, symptoms, treatment/rehabilitation options 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Hazleton Health & Wellness Center, Lower Level Register on-line or call 501.6204. Walk from Obesity Saturday, September 24 Alliance Wellness Trail at Hazleton Health & Wellness Center Sponsored by the Northeast Bariatric Center Registration opens at 9:00 a.m.; walk begins at 10:00 a.m.Call 501.6322 to register. Diabetes Education Program Thursday, September 29, 6:00 p.m. HGH Office & Education Building “Managing Your Diabetes” Call 501.4249 to register.
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(New Members Always Welcome) Diabetes Support Group Friday, September 2, 12:00 (noon) Hazleton Health & Wellness Center, Aerobics Room Epilepsy & Seizure Disorder Support Group Wednesday, September 14, 7:00 p.m. HGH Office & Education Building Pump and Sensor Support Group Monday, September 19, 3:00 p.m. HGH Office & Education Building Program by Medtronic Diabetes Adjustable Laparoscopic Gastric Band Support Group Wednesday, September 21, 6:00 p.m. HGH Office & Education Building Call 501.6322 for more information. Bariatrics Support Group Wednesday, September 21, 7:00 p.m. HGH Office & Education Building Call 501.6322 for more information. Stroke Support Group Monday, September 26, 6:00 p.m. Gunderson Rehabilitation Center at HGH, Sixth Floor Call 501.4632 to register or for more information.
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What A Long Strange Trip it’s Been Another curious announcement was made by The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees. They may not play in their Moosic home next season. After months of legal wrangling (which is still going on), Lackawanna County and the Yankees received their matching grant of $20 million from the state for renovations to PNC Field. Apparently if the stadium goes dark for the year the renovations will be less expensive and be able to be complete within a year. If they play in the park next season the renovations will take two seasons and be more expensive. The first choice for a temporary location seems to be in Staten Island. The Staten Island team is owned by the Yankees and being a short season team the scheduling conflicts could easily be overcome. Since arriving in 1989 the franchise has seen a number issues ranging from odd to an inter- county scuffle. The team enjoyed initial success drawing over 500,000 fans in their first year. In the preceding years the stadium fell into disrepair, failing to meet AAA specifications on more than one occasion. After the Phillies decided to take their affiliation to newly built ballpark in the Lehigh Valley, the Yankees entered the picture. There were accusations of wrong doing by the former Lackawanna Commissioners, legal fights with Luzerne County with the selling of the franchise to Mandalay Baseball, financing promises without much regard for recent economic problems plaguing the Commonwealth. Since becoming the Yankees franchise they set a record by becoming the first team in the International League’s history to win five consecutive titles, yet their attendance has slipped every year since arriving. The continuing saga around this team is nothing new for this star crossed fran-
chise. This team can trace its roots back to 1886 when they began play as the Buffalo Bison. In 1912 they entered the International league where they stayed until 1970. They survived two world wars, a depression, a slump in overall minor league enthusiasm and incursions into Buffalo by the Federal League. They left Buffalo in 1970 with a whimper. It is at this point where the long strange trip really begins and seemingly will include another city in 2012. Winnipeg Whips The decline of War Memorial Stadium, its surrounding neighborhood and a series of poor clubs on the field put an end to the 93-year history of the original Buffalo Bison. The club drew only 78,000 spectators during 1969. During the middle of the season, on June 11, 1970, the parent Montreal Expos moved the team to Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, where it was renamed the Whips. The Whips won only 52 of 140 games that season, and while total attendance climbed to only 89,000, the Whips still outdrew the Toledo Mud Hens by almost 3,500 people. The next season, the Whips won only 44 of 140 contests (.314) and finished 34 games from the lead. Winnipeg and the wheat fields of Manitoba were far beyond the footprint of the East Coast-based International League and in 1972, the team moved to Hampton Roads, Virginia. Peninsula Whips The move was a disaster: the Peninsula Whips finished last on the field, and drew only 48,681 fans for the entire 1972 season. In its final campaign, 1973, the team approached the .500 mark on the field, but sank to a new low at
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the turnstiles - only 45,350. Finally, the Expos gave up on the team and folded it. Moving up to the AAA ranks to take the place of the Whips were the Memphis Blues, who had played in the AA Texas League from 1967 to 1973. Memphis Blues In 1974 and 1975, they were affiliated with the Montreal Expos and they were affiliated with the Houston Astros in 1976 and they played in the International League then as well. After the completion of the 1976 season the Blues franchise was forfeited back to the International League due to financial difficulties. The league awarded the franchise to Charleston, West Virginia, whose team had been purchased and moved to Columbus, Ohio. The new Charleston franchise continued to use the Charleston Charlies name. Charleston Charlies The Charlies were affiliated with the Houston Astros (1977–79), Texas Rangers (1980), and Cleveland Indians (1981–83). The 1977 team won the Governors' Cup, awarded to the IL's playoff championship. After the teams owners died in 1981, the sons’ owner put the team up for sale and was moved to Old Orchard Beach Maine in 1984.
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Maine Guides/Phillies In December 1982, Jordan Kobritz purchased the Charleston Charlies from Carl Steinfelt.. The Charlies played in Charleston in 1983 and Kobritz moved them to Maine ahead of the 1984 season. Although Old Orchard Beach is not one of Maine's year-round population centers, it is a popular summer vacation destination. Kobritz oversaw the construction of a stadium, called The Ball Park, on the outskirts of town. Fans who visited the stadium complained of rampant mosquitoes, and the team struggled at the turnstiles almost from the outset. The Guides, top farm team of the Cleveland Indians at the time, drew 183,300 fans in their maiden season, fourth overall in the International League. They finished second in the standings and the runners-up in the IL playoffs. The Guides again placed second in 1985, but fell to 136,000 in total attendance, last in the eight-team league. The 1986 Guides placed last in the league, and last at the gate (105,600). In 1987, the Indians departed and the club became an affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. In October 1987, John McGee won the franchise through a ruling of a threejudge panel of the 1st U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals. McGee made known his intention to move the club to a new ballpark in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania. However the ballpark would not be ready until 1989. Mc-
Gee chose to remain in Old Orchard Beach for the 1988 season and renamed the team the Phillies. The Guides' attendance had held steady in 1987, but hemorrhaged fans, almost a quarter of its dismal 1987 total. Drawing only 80,000 people in 1988 while finishing last in their division. The franchise relocated to Pennsylvania for the 1989 season and was renamed the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Red Barons. For the past 42 seasons, this franchise has had wild rides of bad financial decisions, bad teams and bad stadiums. It took a lawsuit to get them to Scranton and the lawsuits and political infighting has continued to this very day. Here is hoping that the inept Stadium Commission who neither had the ability or willingness to improve the overall experience of minor league baseball will be a bad memory going forward. Northeast Pennsylvania has a rich baseball tradition and is currently surrounded by some of the premier organizations in professional sports. It may well be worth another trip for this franchise to return in 2013 to a modern stadium, befitting its 125 year history. In the next issue we will take a look at some of the players in its history. Until next time keep the e-mails coming to hardcoalbaseball@yahoo.com. P
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Fordham Football Programs
by Rev. Connell A. McHugh
I would rate the 1940 through 1942 Fordham football programs among the best memorabilia for sports collectors from the Hazleton area. These programs often include photos of “The Beaver Meadows Four” who were the nucleus of the great Hazleton football teams of the 1930s, running backs Joe Andrejco, George Cheverko, quarterback Michael Vucksanovich and tackle Joe Yackanich. Since I have more access to the 1942 programs, I will concentrate on them in my article. Andrejco, Cheverko and Yackanich were starters and Vucksanovich a backup quarterback on the 1942 Fordham team which finished 5-3-1 against major college football powers. The team, earlier in the year, won what is considered one of the greatest Sugar Bowls ever, defeating Missouri 2-0 in
a driving rainstorm before 72,000 in Tulane Stadium. Unlike the Fordham teams of today, the 1942 squad and earlier teams dating back to the 1880s, played against the major college teams of the day. Entering the 1942 season, Fordham had a fine record of 213 wins, 103 losses and 31 ties in 345 games in their gridiron history. The Fordham team that won the Sugar Bowl was coached by Jim Crowley, one of Notre Dame’s legendary Four Horsemen, who was very successful as Fordham football coach for a decade. Having three starters from Hazleton on a major football power was an outstanding accomplishment that unlikely will ever be duplicated. World War II would be responsible for ending Fordham’s prominence on the
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gridiron. The school would lose their great coach, Jim Crowley, who would become a lieutenant commander in the Navy and 16 players who were also lost to military obligations. These players, who were football eligible, would have definitely made Fordham a better team. The football program would be temporarily dropped after the 1942 season and when Fordham began competing again in 1947, it could not, unfortunately, be competitive against topflight opposition and had to scale back on quality opponents and drop in class. Besides Joe Andrejco, George Cheverko, Mike Vucksanovich, and Joe Yackanich, the “Beaver Meadows Four,” six other players from the coal region were members of the Fordham squad: fullback Steve Filipowicz, who was the star of the team from Kulpmont High School, Joe Ososki of Mt. Carmel, an effective reserve halfback, Peter Pascavage, a hardworking guard from Frackville, who was a sometime starter, Joe Sadonis, a tackle from Shenandoah, who ultimately was a late round draft pick of the Eagles, Edward Wozniewicz, a reserve tackle also from Shenandoah, Francis Malinowski, an end who as a freshman, earned the name given also to Cleveland Browns great, Dante Lavelli, namely “Gluefingers,” and last, but not least, three year letterman and starting end, Stan Ritinski of Luzerne. Ritinski scored the safety by last touching the ball as it went out of bounds in the end zone in Fordham’s 2-0 victory over Missouri in the 1942 Sugar Bowl. The acting coach of Fordham in place of Jim Crowley, who as mentioned, was on military duty, was Earl Walsh, a longtime Crowley assistant, who was a running back for Notre Dame, alongside the famous George Gipp. In the October 17, 1942 program, for a game played at the Polo Grounds in which Fordham defeated West Virginia 2314, photos of the four Hazleton players, Andrejco, Cheverko, Vucksanovich, and Yackanich appear around the Fordham building entrance along with seven other players, including Steve Filipowicz, who was born in Donora, Pa., but was a standout running back for the old Kulpmont High School, Joe Ososki of Mt. Carmel and Stan Ritinski of Luzerne. Three of the Hazleton players are spoken about in the Off the Field column. Joe Andrejco, we are told, was the quietest player on the team, who often walked around campus with Joe Yackanich, with the latter, doing most of the talking. Joe Yackanich was nicknamed “Growly” due to his appearance, but in contrast to his name, the Fordham program remarks that he had a pleasing personality and many friends on Rose Hill.
George Cheverko was referred to as a “gangling” blond and a well known figure on campus. The program relates that Cheverko was a recreation room star, excelling at billiards and ping pong. Steve Filipowicz, the great fullback and sometime quarterback from Kulpmont, was nicknamed “The Bull” because he stood only 5’8” and weighed 195 pounds. Filipowicz was a number one draft pick of the Giants in the mid forties but played sparingly in his two years with the team. Only center Alex Wojiechowicz who is enshrined in the Football Hall of Fame was drafted as a number one pick by the NFL of players from Fordham. Peter Pascavage from Frackville is described as one of the scrappiest players on the team who earned a starting tackle position despite weighing 170 pounds. Stan Ritinski is portrayed as the veteran of the team who was the top locker room orator. A noteworthy player on the 1942 Fordham squad was end Francis Malinowski of Mahanoy City who was a freshman on the team. A frequently recited Fordham phrase was “Praise the Lord and pass to Malinowski!” Francis Malinowski would go on to spend 55 years as a Catholic priest and be recognized in my favorite field of study, Scripture. Fr. Malinowski’s expertise in Scripture led to his becoming the chairman of Duquesne’s theology department, a position he held for 25 years. As would be expected in the midst of World War II, the 1942 Fordham football programs contain many references to the military and military ads. The interesting football program covers reflect the country’s situation. One of my favorite programs player wise of Fordham’s opponents is the November 7, 1942 game played at the Polo Grounds in which LSU defeated Fordham 26-13. The LSU team featured running back Alvin Dark who would win the Rookie of the Year in the National League in baseball in 1948 as a member of the Boston Braves and go on to have a fine 14 year career and later become a successful manager. Also less heralded than Dark, was Steve Van Buren, who would later lead the NFL four straight years in rushing for the Philadelphia Eagles. Van Buren was elected to the football Hall of Fame. Large ads for Sir Walter Raleigh, Old Glory and Lucky Strike cigarettes are present in the Fordham programs while a Camel cigarette ad always adorns the back cover of the program. Park and Tilford reserve whiskey blend also has full page ads in each of the programs. The inside back cover features “Tiddiwink” Brown, girl-about-town, pitch woman for Gem single edge blades. Brown coyly states, “I wouldn’t mind his football tactics if he’d get rid of his five o’clock shadow!”
“Tiddiwink,” the Domestic Violence Center probably felt quite differently than you on that issue! Those of us growing up in the 1950s and early 60s are pretty familiar with “Teardrop Rock.” Songs like Mark Dining’s “Teen Angel”, Ray Peterson’s “Tell Laura I Love Her,” J. Frank Wilson and the Cavaliers “Last Kiss” and long forgotten Kathy Linden’s “Goodbye Jimmy Goodbye” come to mind. The November 28, 1942 Fordham-North Carolina Pre-Flight School football program for the game played at Yankee Stadium might be labeled a “teardrop football program.” The game would mark Fordham’s last one as a major college football power. Due to the war, the Fordham program would be suspended for four years and to this day the school has never returned to football prominence. The players on the field, for the most part, would be scattered to various branches of the military. Until purchasing the 1942 Fordham-North Carolina Pre-Flight School Program, I must admit that I was not aware of Pre-Flight Schools, let alone that they had football programs. The government established pre-flight schools for future naval pilots on four campuses: the University of Georgia, Iowa University, North Carolina University, and St. Mary’s College in California. Each pre-flight school was limited to 1,850 cadets who resided on the college campuses. Athletics in preparation for military service were emphasized. Ironically, the North Carolina Pre-Flight football team was coached by Lt. Commander James H. Crowley, who had guided the Fordham football team the previous season and to national rankings the past decade. Crowley had hoped to return to Fordham, but this was not to be. North Carolina Pre-Flight, nicknamed “the Cloudbusters” was a team made up of mainly excollege players, and entered the game with a 7-1-1 record while Fordham was 4-3-1. The final game of 1942 was Fordham’s last hurrah as they upset the favored Cloudbusters 6-0 to
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Hazle Twp. Building Dept. The Hazle Township Building Department would like to remind the residents of Hazle Township of the need to be safe when dealing with any contractors. Although a majority of the contractors are decent hard working individuals you still have to be cautious and alert when inviting someone you don’t know into your home. Human nature is to trust your fellow man; unfortunately you cannot and should not trust a stranger when there is a transaction involving money and personal property. Do not allow anyone to talk you into letting them work in or on your property with out first seeing their insurance information, checking their references, and reading and signing a contract with him or her. If you do not take the necessary steps to protect yourself you will have no legal recourse when something goes wrong. It seems that the “gypsy” contractors prey on the elderly. This is not because the elderly are not as intelligent as everyone else, it is because when they were younger you could take a man at his word and a handshake meant something. I encourage you to speak to your parents if they are elderly and remind them that times have changed and unfortunately a handshake is not good enough anymore. If you or your mom and/or dad are thinking of having some home improvement work done and don’t have a contractor that you or they use on a regular basis, ask a family member or trusted neighbor if there is someone that they use and are satisfied with. If your parents are more comfortable with you being there, try and show up at the house when the contractor is at the home discussing the work to be done. Remember that a building permit may be necessary. If you are in doubt about whether or not your particular job requires a building permit, please call your local municipality. When a permit is purchased it generates an inspection, which provides some assurance that the work being done is up to present codes and safe. Who purchases the permit is a decision to be made when the contract is being signed. Most municipalities give a placard that is displayed in a street-facing window while your work is being done. Always ask for that placard and a copy of the permit receipt if you are not the one picking up the permit. Usually, the friendly folks at the permit office will be more than happy to make an extra copy of each for the person
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Looking for a new home, but unsure where to start? Are you relocating to the area, and need to work with a realtor who knows the area and can help to navigate your way? One who will advise you on the best homes available? New home ownership can be an easy and exciting process, if you work with an expert who takes pride in providing his customers with the best researching skills and area knowledge to make sure your purchase is the right one for you and your family. Troy Topolski of Century 21 Bernstein Real Estate Company is just the guy to help you find that new home, or help you to sell the one you’re currently in. In addition to helping buyers find the right fit for their needs and budget, Troy is also highly capable in representing sellers, by providing extensive marketing strategies and internet advertising. Having multiple listing affiliation, and backed by the Worldwide, well known Century 21 name, Troy’s extensive experience in closing transactions will help you successfully sell your property as well as assist you in acquiring a new home to replace it! Other specialized services provided by the company are foreclosure properties, relocation assistance, commercial listing and selling, commercial and residential rentals, land listing and sales, and multi-family investment properties. Areas covered by the agency are Sugarloaf, Drums, Conyngham, Hazleton, Mountain Top, Weatherly, Freeland, and McAdoo, encompassing Schuylkill, Luzerne, Carbon and Susquehanna Counties. Call Troy Topolski TODAY at 570956-1469 for a private home consultation to see what your home is worth in today’s real rstate market. You may be pleasantly surprised! P "It is not the business of government to make men virtuous or religious or to preserve the fool from the consequences of his own folly." - Henry George "Do not bite at the bait of pleasure till you know there is no book beneath it." - Thomas Jefferson
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Downsizing with Dignity by Marlin Duncan There may come a time in the life of your senior loved one when they face the need to downsize. Whether moving into a smaller home, an assisted living facility, or in with you…downsizing may seem a daunting task. Even the need to modify an existing home in order to make it safer or to accommodate equipment like wheelchairs can mean treasured furniture and other items have to be removed from the home. Downsizing can be stressful and having to part with some possessions is likely to cause additional upset for seniors. After all, favorite books, furniture and even knick-knacks often remind us who we are and where we have been – and seniors have spent a lifetime collecting them. Many things invoke memories of a special person or place in
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Caring Care: 21 Years of Experience Business cards, a newspaper ad, some legal advice, hours of brainstorming, $100.00, and the desire to be a part of the Home Health Community all backed with the willingness to work hard with little reward. This all set the stage for Caring Care which started 21 years ago. The founders of Caring Care are Barbara Gaval of Sugarloaf and Denise Reczkowski of Drums. With their extensive background, education in accounting, nursing, and home health administration, both entrepreneurs created a private home health agency designed for people to stay in their own home. Personal care, nursing, housekeeping, meal preparation, companionship and post hospice care are some of the services offered. Care is available from 2 to 24 hours a day and the whole staff is insured, bonded, and fully screened. Expanding to five counties with 25 employees providing care through the P.D.A State Waiver Programs has long term insurance providers that work with the hospice care givers. Since Caring Care is a private agency many cases begin after Medicare benefits have been exhausted. If you’ve considered keeping a loved one in the comfort of their own home over a personal care facility or nursing home then Caring Care is the right choice. Often times our clients need guidance for a few hours a day or a few days a week, but not a full 24 hour supervision. Our commitment to both the family and patient will always be our focus. Special attention will always be given to the patient’s safety along with a safe environment to accomplish home care. Twenty one years of experience speaks for itself. So contact Barb or Denise to learn more about Caring Care by calling (570) 7884219; (570) 788-3669 or by emailing barb123@ptd.net or snowflak@ptd. net.
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The Yoga of Nutrition Workshop The Yoga of Nutrition Workshop, this class is for anyone with a brain and beating heart. Heal yourself with food medicine with Moses and Zeina from Green Bus Project. Saturday, September 3rd, 2011, 11AM to 1PM at Mystic Yoga. Vegan? Vegeterian? Raw Foods? Organic? Food combining? Do you spend a lot of money at Whole Foods but still feel like you are not getting what you need? Are you confused about what the perfect diet is for you? Everyone's body is different and there is no one diet for everyone. We will be sharing time tested protocols that can reverse fatigue, arthritis, asthma, diabetes, constipation, menopausal symptoms, digestive problems, and heart problems. This class will inspire you and educate you on how to heal yourself and your family. Mystic Power Yoga, 103 Rotary Drive, West Hazleton, PA 18202. Please pre-register, by calling (570) 582-9641. Course price $20. We really want to share this important information with you.
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Shoulder Pain Is Common by Dr. Tim Kelly, PT, DPT Many of us suffer from chronic non-traumatic shoulder pain due to postural imbalances and muscle weakness in the rotator cuff and scapular stabilizers. An anterior positioning of the cervical spine is characteristic of forward head posture and rounded shoulders. Excessive forward bending in the thoracic area, including stooping positions, driving, and computer use. Kyphosis occurs in older adults, particularly women with osteoporosis and osteoarthritis. Kyphosis makes it difficult to perform overhead activities without experiencing shoulder pain and limitations in movement. Scapular and rotator cuff muscle weakness predisposes our patients to shoulder injury. Weakness or insufficiency of the rotator cuff muscles results in increasing demands on the static stabilizers. If these demands are long term or recurrent, static stabilizers may begin to fail. This can result in rotator cuff impingement and pain. Pain may inhibit rotator cuff muscle firing, leading to disuse and further weakening. Rotator cuff impingement, tendinitis, and labral pathology are commonly encountered injury patterns. At Physical Therapy Specialists we offer a unique opportunity to prevent some of these common shoulder injuries through a proactive physical therapy program that emphasizes educating our patients in posture awareness and instruct them in appropriate scapular stabilization and rotator cuff strengthening exercises Our physical therapists are available at any of our convenient locations Conygnham 708-2015 and Hazleton 459-5787 and Hometown 668-1889.
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Microdermabrasion & Chemical Peels by Debi Shandrick If you are one who is experiencing brownish skin discolorations or dark, splotchy patches at your skin, you may be suffering from what is a common complaint known as skin pigmentation. There are many factors that can instigate skin pigmentation to occur. Two ways to remove those pigmented skin is to undergo Microdermabrasion or Chemical Peels. We will be discussing at home product to treat pigmentation. Most people are able to witness 75% to 100% results after a few weeks of undergoing treatments. Good skin starts at the cellular level, and Microdermabrasion is one of the most popular, time-proven methods of consistent skin care that dramatically improve skin tone and texture...even after just one treatment! Microdermabrasion is used to treat a variety of skin conditions including acne, stretchmarks, age spots, enlarged pores, wrinkles, acne or rosacea, and that’s just the beginning. Simply put: Microdermabrasion is one of the most effective ways to maintain healthy skin that feels as good as it looks. For those struggling
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with mild to moderate acne, Microdermabrasion can be a monthly preventative treatment. If you’re noticing premature signs of aging such as skin discoloration and sun damage, Microdermabrasion is a preferred way to gently buff away dry and damaged skin. Or, if you are otherwise happy with the condition of your skin, but are looking for a monthly “refresher,” Microderm offers a winning combination-The rejuvenating benefits of a facial, along with the renewing qualities of a deep facial scrub. A Microdermabrasion treatment involves a “microderm machine” that emits a pressurized stream of crystals on the skin’s surface. The Microderm machine is designed to gently slough off dead skin, eliminate black heads, shrink large pores, and leave skin feeling unbelievably soft and smooth. A Chemical Peel is a safe, commonly used method of treating acne, age spots, brown spots, large pores, fine wrinkles and uneven skin pigmentation. The traditional chemical peel procedure involves the application of a chemical solution designed to smooth and exfoliate skin while removing its damaged outer layer. Many of the compounds used in chemical peels are found in nature, such as Glycolic acid (of the alphahyrdroxy family), which is derived from certain fruits and plants. It assists in the skin treatment by stimulating new collagen and skin growth while allowing dead skin cells to fall off naturally. Salicylic acid, a simple fruit compound, is an effective acne scar chemical peel and also works for oily and acne prone skin, by increasing cell turnover. Mandelic acid, meanwhile, is an extract from bitter almonds, and is often used in a chemical peel for uneven skin tones and or patients with pigmentation problems. Most chemical peels take only 10-15 minutes to perform, and the majority of patients report only a mild stinging from the chemical solution. The chemical peels mentioned above, the recovery time is quick, with most redness and dryness subsiding within a week’s time. Age Intervention Enlighten is a remarkable at home product with new composition that brightens and encourages the uniform appearance of facial discoloration even stubborn hyper-pigmentation! Robert Stevens Face And Body offers free consultations call 788-SKIN (7546) to make your appointment. P
OPTO Gait Here in Hazleton! by Anthony Urillo, MPT Do you experience difficulty or pain when walking or running? Are you affected by balance problems? Finally, the technology exists to measure gait to .001 of a second. Optogait is the revolutionary system that brings exact data and statistical analysis to injury prevention and rehabilitation. Gait analysis is the study of human locomotion. By measuring gait a therapist can assess, plan, and treat individuals with conditions affecting their balance or ability to walk and run. Each one meter system uses two skis, one as a transmitter of a light beam every centimeter the other ski acting as a receiver of the 100 beams of light. When the light beam is broken data is recorded revealing the time spent in the different phases of gait for both right and left leg. Data is collected through a soft ware platform and two digital cameras are used to correlate the results. The data that is important is the symmetry of the right and left leg. Imagine the way a car
not aligned drives at 5 miles an hour. Now imagine that same car ride at 65 miles an hour. This is why right left alignment in a car is vital. The same applies to the human body. With Optogait, not only can gait be analyzed at any speed, but also explosiveness and agility can be assessed using a marching test, a right and left single leg jump, or a squat test. A gait print can be established before an injury, so if an injury occurs (ie, groin pull, ACL tear), the pre injury data could be used as a goal of rehabilitation to return the individual to their prior level of function. The use of Optogait is limitless and Modern Therapeutics is the only facility in North East Pennsylvania to offer it. If you have any questions, would like to see this extraordinary system, or want to take part in a gait study, Please call 570-453-0252. P
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Hazleton Fibromyalgia Support Group by Debra E. Mainiero Sleep. Some fibromyalgia patients can't get enough of it and even nap in the afternoons, siestastyle. Some of us can't GO to sleep, despite a colorful cocktail of meds, 12 pillows of varying shapes and sizes, turning the alarm clock to the wall, kicking the pets out of the room, white noise, no noise, a darkened room...have I missed anything? Those of you who sleep like normal people are baffled by the rest of us. Even my own son says, “What's the problem? You're tired, you lie down and go to sleep.” Oh, if only it were that simple.... Lack of sleep can cause a whole lot of health problems including weight gain, daytime fatigue and fogginess, and more. If you're an insomniac, no further explanation is necessary. Have you kicked your partner down the hall (or vice versa)? Been accused of doing weird things in your sleep in addition to snoring? (Oh wait, that's me.) So at 6 p.m. on Sept. 7 our guest speaker will be Jennifer Frey, Sales and Marketing Director of The Sleep Disorder Center in Hazleton. Come see if you are a candidate for a sleep study and learn more about what keeps us awake at night! (web site: thesleepdisordercenter.net) Fibromyalgia meetings are held the first Monday of each month (except for Jan. and Feb.) at 6 p.m. at Faith United Church of Christ, 21 Faith Drive, Hazleton, PA 18202. They are open to patients with fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome or any similar chronic illness. Friends and relatives are also welcome. For information or directions, call Carol Vilcko at 788-7363; Michelle Hrino at 708-0917; Stacy Morris at 403-4063; Alice Powell at 788-3847; or Debbie Mainiero at 956-1862. (NOTE DEBBIE'S NEW NUMBER.)
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Well, as unbelievable as it may seem, summer is coming to a close. Before you know it, school will be back in session. As a matter of protocol, all students will receive a dental exam form which will inform the school as to the child's frequency of dental cleanings and examinations, dental work which has been completed, and dental work which is still awaiting completion. Schools seek this information to be kept informed if any student complains of pain and/ or discomfort as a result of poor oral hygiene or lack of professional dental care. Preventative dentistry is the single most important aspect of modern dentistry. In general, preventative dentistry has two core purposes. The first, is achieving and maintaining periodontal health to the highest of clinical standards. For some, this may involve routine cleanings and examinations every six months if ideal periodontal health exists, while for others this may require three to four month cleanings and examinations. It is highly recommended that any patient wearing braces have three to four month cleanings and examinations due to the obstructed access to the teeth and gingival areas. The second important purpose of Preventative Dentistry is the early detection of any suspicious oral lesions and tooth-related concerns. Early detection will lead to timely intervention of any oral issues which may be present. When any concerns are identified and addressed in an early fashion, treatment can be minimally invasive and far more economical than if left ignored and untreated. Speaking as a Preventative Dentist, it is my hope that parents take an interest not only in preventative care for their children, but also for themselves. Preventative oral care is key to a healthy life and a beautiful smile.
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(NAPSA)-Could that textbook your child just crammed into his backpack be one item too many? Every day, millions of kids-along with countless working adults and hikers-carry those bags. But load them up too heavily or wear ones that don't fit properly, doctors warn, and there's a risk of injury. "Backpacks that are slung over one shoulder, as well as heavier shoulder-strap bags, tend to shift the center of gravity of the body and can lead to neck and back fatigue and injury," explains Dr. Gerard W. Clum of the Foundation for Chiropractic Progress. "The greater the weight and imbalance, the greater the potential for problems." Dr. Clum offers these tips: • Avoid carrying more than 10 to 15 percent of your body weight. • Distribute weight evenly. • Select packs with padded shoulder straps and lumbar support. • Bend your knees when lifting a heavy pack. • Carry only what's needed. For more information, visit www. yes2chiropractic.com. P
Did you know that SPF ratings only measure protection from UVB rays? While effective in preventing sunburn, high SPF products may leave the skin exposed to UVA radiation, which penetrates the skin more deeply and has been linked to premature skin aging and possibly skin cancer. Zinc oxide is one of the few FDAapproved filter ingredients to protect across the full UVA/UVB spectrum. Since sunscreen alone can't offer you complete protection from UV rays, sometimes you just need to cover up.* Repair your skin with the help of a microdermabrasion in the month of September and take advantage of our special offer: Buy 3, Get the 4th Free! Synergie microdermabrasion is
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Preparing for Flu Season by Bill Spear, R.Ph, CCN
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Influenza “Flu” is a contagious disease. It is caused by the influenza virus, which can be spread by coughing, sneezing, or nasal secretions. Anyone can get the flu. For most people, it lasts only a few days. It can cause: fever, cough, sore throat, headache, chills, muscle aches, and fatigue. To prevent flu, make sure you and your family members get the flu vaccine -- the essential key to flu prevention. The following categories of people should receive a flu vaccine: All children from 6 months through 18 years of age, anyone 50 years of age or older. Anyone who is at risk of complications from influenza, or more likely to require medical care such as women who will be pregnant during flu season, anyone with long-term health problems such as heart disease, lung disease, asthma, diabetes, anemia and other blood disorders, and people with a weakened immune system. The flu vaccine is also recommended for all health care providers, residents of nursing homes or anyone who lives with or
cares for people who are at high risk for influenza-related complications. Hazle Drugs will hold its annual flu shot clinic in the upcoming weeks. Wendy Marek, Pharm D and Bill Spear, R.Ph, CCN are immunization specialists who are certified to administer the flu vaccine. Flu shots from Hazle Drugs will be available daily, while supplies last. There is no need for an appointment. Please call Hazle Drugs at 454-2476 for up to date information. Protect yourself-get vaccinated at Hazle Drugs this flu season! P Bill Spear, R.Ph., CCN is a Compounding Pharmacist and Certified Clinical Nutritionist. He is available for personal nutritional consultations at Hazle Drugs, 1 E. Broad St., Hazleton, Pa. 18201570-454-2476 / 800439-2026 www.hazledrugs.com
8th Annual Craft Fair
8th Annual Saturday, Sept. 17, 2011 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
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Providence Place will be holding its 8th Annual Craft Fair on September 17th 2011 form 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Every year we open our doors to area crafters. Our hallways on 3 floors are transformed into crafters displays. The event is held regardless of the weather as it is indoors. Any crafters who would be interested in requesting an application can call Providence Place at 570-788-7555 and ask for Cyndi Gresh marketer/ craft fair coordinator or AnnMarie Pfeil, Administrator, RN. Items that crafters have on display vary from candles, jewelry, syrup, towels, and beautiful fall and Christmas wreaths. Stop in and do some early Christmas shopping. We will have refreshments throughout the days along with door prizes and trick trays. There will be model rooms open for the public to view and staff on site to give a tour. We offer independent living, Personal Care, Respite and Transition stays and a secure Alzheimer’s Unit. Residents live here in a barrier free environment with no worries of stepping over anything to get into the shower.
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Independent residents get fully furnished apartments with an efficiency kitchen or a full kitchen, free access to washers and dryers, weekly housekeeping and linen services and a call system in every apartment. Free transportation to local scheduled doctor’s appointments, staff is on duty 24 hours per day and all of the in house activities, free parking, heat, air-conditioning electric sewer and water are included. Personal Care residents get all of the above services in addition to personal laundry services, nursing assistance with bathing, grooming, dressing and medication management. We have onsite Physical, Occupational and Speech therapy, a chapel, beauty shop and exercise room. Our Alzheimer’s unit is a secure unit. With a staff that is geared to their special needs and activities. Stop in and do some shopping and take a tour of our facility. We are truly “The Best Value in Retirement Living” We were also voted one of the Best Places to work in 2010.
Best Age to Begin Orthodontic Treatment Although there is not a universal best age to begin orthodontic treatment, the American Association of Orthodontics (AAO) recommends that every child see an orthodontist at an early age. This should be no later than the age of seven or eight. However, a visit at any age is advisable if the parent or family dentist has recognized a particular problem. Orthodontists can improve smiles and correct bites at any age, but there are benefits to early diagnosis and treatment. Early examination enables the orthodontist to detect and evaluate problems and determine the appropriate time to treat them. After the initial evaluation, the orthodontist may monitor facial growth and development by periodic checkups while the permanent teeth erupt and the face and jaws continue to grow. In other cases preventative or interceptive treatment may be initiated to prevent more serious problems from developing. Some of the most common corrective measures in children are eliminating abnormal habits and guiding the eruption of teeth and correcting deformities in the jaw as they grow. To develop both the upper and lower jaws sufficiently to accommodate all the permanent teeth. 1. To correctly relate the upper and lower jaws to each other. Orthodontic appliances can be used jaw shape and help to modify direct growth between upper and lower jaws. 2. The final phase of treatment (corrective) is initiated when most of the permanent teeth have erupted. This corrective phase usually requires full braces on all teeth for approximately 18-24 months depending on the severity of the malocclusion. Each tooth has an exact location in the mouth when it is in harmony with the cheek, tongue and where the jaw will function together properly. This is basically the goal of the final or corrective phase of treatment. Early intervention frequently makes the completion of treatment at a later age easier and less time consuming. In some case, early treatment achieves results that are unattainable once the face and jaws have finished growing. P
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Run for the Gold: Sept 10th, 2011 This year's event is going to be bigger and better than ever! We have prizes, lots of great refreshments, ice cream, and a fun filled day planned for all! This Race/Walk takes place on Saturday, September 10th, to kick-off Hazleton's Annual FUNFEST. Come and stay after the event to enjoy a day of music, food, sights, and sounds that FUNFEST and the beautiful Downtown Hazleton offers. Two races will be held at two different times. Our first race, which kicks-off at 9:30 am, the Kid's Run is for children 10 and under. All participants in the Kid's Run will receive an award and a fun prize of their own. The other race is the Hazleton YMCA/ YWCA Run for the Gold 5K Run and 5K Walk. This race starts at 10:00 am. Overall male and female runners receive a $100.00 bond and a plaque. Also, the first five male and female walkers receive a medal. Medals are awarded in all the major age categories as well. So who does this event benefit? All proceeds of this event will go to benefit the Hazleton YMCA/YWCA Youth Scholarship Fund. This program goes to help underprivileged children in the Hazleton area take part in the programs at the YMCA/ YWCA where we are for youth development, healthy living, social responsibility, eliminating racism, and empowering women. What do entrants receive? Each entrant in the Race/Walk will receive: • Full use of YMCA/YWCA facilities for day • Post-race refreshments and snacks for all participants • Post-race random drawings and raffle • Race T-shirt • Ice Cold Towel Registration Info Registration is $25.00. The Kid's Run for ages 10 and under, is $5.00 (fee is waived if parent/guardian is a participant). Race day registration starts at 8:00 a.m. Please send form and make checks payable to YMCA & YWCA of Hazleton, 75 South Church Street, Hazleton, PA 18201 For more information contact: YMCA & YWCA of Hazleton Phone: (570) 455-2046 - Email Address: melissamiller@hazletonymcaywca.org P
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mixed results. There are a huge number of diet and exercises programs out there which leads to a lot of confusion. Some can be quite effective but most are simply money making schemes which may actually be detrimental to your health. Recently there has been a lot of research done on obesity and knowledge on how to lose weight the healthy way and maintain it is becoming clearer. There are no secrets and I’m sure you have heard that exercise and proper nutrition is the only way. Most people however don’t know what proper nutrition consists of and the types of exercises to do especially if you have medical problems to deal with. Hazleton Physical Therapy has just partnered with MetabolicRx to bring an Exercise and Nutrition Program to Hazleton for weight management. The program is medically sound and supervised by physical therapists. Even if you have medical problems, the program would be tailored to your specific health condition. That is actually our expertise. And guess what? Seeing as it is a supervised physical therapy program, there is a great chance your insurance will cover it! So have you been told by your doctor you have to lose weight, do you have medical problems because of your weight issues or simply cannot do what you want to do because of your weight causing pain, there is now a medically sound alternative to all those diet and exercise fads out there. Not sure you would qualify, call us or come in for a free assessment. For more information, please call us at 570-501-1808. P
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a depression problem before the diagnosis of cancer. All people will experience reactions of sadness and grief periodically throughout diagnosis, treatment, and survival of cancer. When people find out they have cancer, they often have feelings of disbelief, denial, or despair. They may also experience difficulty sleeping, loss of appetite, anxiety, and a preoccupation with worries about the future. These symptoms and fears usually lessen as a person adjusts to the diagnosis. Signs that a person has adjusted to the diagnosis include an ability to maintain active involvement in daily life activities, and an ability to continue functioning as spouse, parent, employee, or other roles by incorporating treatment into his or her schedule. If the family of a patient diagnosed with cancer is able to express feelings openly and solve problems effectively,
both the patient and family members have less depression. Good communication within the family reduces anxiety. A person who cannot adjust to the diagnosis after a long period of time, and who loses interest in usual activities, may be depressed. Another aspect of the cancer/depression connection to be aware of is post cancer depression. This is after the treatments, after the remission, an insidious depression develops. Causes may vary: fear of relapse, an increased concern regarding ones own mortality, personal regrets or physical limitations. Symptoms of depression can be distressing and may be helped with counseling and/or treatment. Consult your physician or a psychologist if you have any questions or concerns. P
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The Laurels Summertime Fun What a beautiful time of the year! The Laurels Residents sure have been enjoying the magnificent summer weather and taking in the amazing sights and sounds. Our garden has grown so much and we are enjoying the fruits of our labor. Can anyone say ‘zucchini bread’? One of our favorite treats from our Laurels garden. The longer days have allowed us to spend more time outside enjoying in the breathtaking view on our back porch of the magnificent Conyngham Valley as we relax in our gazebo with lemonade, treats and the amazing summer breeze. The sunsets are truly specktacular. We hope everyone is having a beautiful summer! Laurels 8th Annual Family Reunion We’re going to party, Liming, Fiesta, forever…that’s right! We had a great time at our annual Laurels Family Reunion, “fiesta” style! We began the party with our own private luncheon hand crafted by our own chef and staff. From there we tried our luck with a variety of games, tricky trays and 50/50 chances. Plus, we had a bake sale full of many delectable treats to raise money for our activity fund. Our Culinary Group worked hard making cookies and treats for the sale. Also, thank you to everyone who donated some yummy treats, we really appreciate the thoughtfulness. We rounded off the afternoon with musical entertainment by our friend, Tony Angelo out on the porch. We all had a wonderful time enjoying the food, fun, camaraderie and entertainment, fiesta
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Brake pads have been the way to go - or stop, since the first cars rolled off of the assembly line. The type of friction material that is used on your brake shoes or discs is what stops your car quickly, safely and quietly. With the addition of power and antilock brakes, just to name a few technological advances in braking technology, brake pads have come a long way. When disc brakes first appeared in the 1950's, cars used asbestos brake pads because they offered high heat resistance and basically because there was not many other choices. But due to health concerns associated with asbestos they were soon scrapped and replaced with semi-metallic pad materials. To this day, semi-metallic brake lining is still a popular choice for most motorists. But this material is exactly as it sounds - metal. Semi-metallic pads use chopped steel wool mixed with a resin. Good quality semi-metallic pads will use between 30 to 65 percent steel in the lining which is abrasive enough to increase rotor wear. These types of pads are tough and transfer heat away from the steel rotor quickly so friction (or stopping power) is not reduced. They are also inexpensive and many manufactures sell them today. But many motorists complain due to the noise factor. In fact, brake noise is one of
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Weatherly Hillclimb’s Big Fall 50th Event I’m sure everyone involved will agree when I say it is hard to believe another Hillclimb season has raced on by us. The final hillclimb even will take place in Weatherly on the weekend of Sept. 17th and 18th. This last even for the year will be a special one. The Weatherly Hillclimb Association is proud to announce their 50th Anniversary of the hillclimb event. The association has big plans for the their special weekend. The celebration will start with a parade at 6:00 P.M. Friday. The parade provides the community with a sneak preview of the cars that will be competing all weekend, sponsors of the event, and local groups and organizations that participate. Saturday and Sunday, man and their machines will race the hill in quest of a new speed record from 9:00 A.M. until 4:00 P.M. Aside from racing all weekend, other activities will be happening within the town. Sgt. Chuck Francisco of the Lehighton Unit will be representing the National Guard. He will have on display the newest state of the art tractor-trailer and video trailer with games. Our 3rd annual car show will be held Saturday in the parking lot located behind the Weatherly Firehouse with our town mayor, Tom Connors, hosting as D.J. Saturday night brings the 5K run to the hill. Runners and walkers are invited to participate in their chance to race the hill. A 3K run will also be an available option. The best overall performance for both female and male participants will be awarded with gift certificates. Fireworks, provided by the Weatherly Hillclimb Association, will top off Saturday night at
dusk. The Weatherly Trainworks Festival will also be held the entire weekend located behind the Weatherly Borough Building in downtown Weatherly. The Trainworks will provide live entertainment, woodcarving, food vendors, crafts, Native American crafts, a duck race, and a flea market. Saturday night from 4:30 P.M. until 6:30 P.M., there will be a buffet dinner for a cost of $15 per person. As always, an assortment of foods and drinks can be purchased from our local, non-profit organizations all weekend during the hillclimb. The entire weekend is packed with fun-filled events. Admissions and parking is free. So, for those who missed our spring hillclimb event, here is your last chance for the year. P
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Garage Door Safety Checks Reveal Many Potential Hidden Hazards Recent safety inspections of garage doors across the region have revealed a number of potential hazards, said Brian Lucas, president of F&L Doors, the area’s premier garage door installation and service company. “We encourage all homeowners to have their garage doors and openers inspected for hazards,” Lucas explained. What the experienced service professionals of F&L Doors have uncovered has been truly shocking. “We have found garage doors with unsafe springs and mechanical problems, which, left unchecked, could have easily caused injury to the homeowner, their children, or guests,” Lucas said. Without regular maintenance and service, your garage door can become a potential hazard in your home. In tough economic times some people choose to postpone maintenance around their home, but this is not a wise decision. “Because this is a safety issue, F&L Doors is extending a special $49.95 garage door safety inspection offer for a limited time,” Lucas
said. No matter who installed your garage door, the experts at F&L Doors can inspect, repair and even replace it for you quickly and easily. Now is a great time to replace or upgrade your garage door or opener. Several major garage door manufacturers are offering unheard-of financial incentives and rebates for consumers. “In all my years, I have never seen garage door manufacturers offering as many financial discounts as they are now. It’s definitely a great time to improve the appearance of your home, as well as its thermal efficiency,” Lucas said. And while it’s important to get a good deal, it’s equally critical to buy from a reputable factory-authorized dealer who stands by their product after the initial sale, Lucas explained. “F&L Doors has been selling, installing and servicing quality name-brand garage doors since 1970. We truly offer the best of both worlds: attractive pricing and out-
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standing customer service for years to come,” Lucas said. Even professional racing champion Mario Andretti relies on F&L Doors to service his many garage doors on his home in Nazareth, Pa. “The professional team at F&L Doors’ Service Division performs the same quality installation, maintenance and repair on Mario Andretti’s mansion as they do on homes throughout Hazleton and the Poconos,” Lucas said. “And with the many great offers we are seeing from our manufacturers, there has never been a better time to upgrade or replace your aging garage door,” Lucas added. Today’s garage doors are not only attractive and durable, they offer fantastic thermal ratings that can save you cash each month by reducing heating and cooling bills. “F&L Doors represents many of today’s best garage door makers, including Amarr, Artisan Doorworks, Clopay, Raynor, and Wayne Dalton. It’s best to call us so we can explain the latest deals, because they change
frequently,” Lucas said. F&L Doors, which sells a large variety of garage doors for homes and businesses right from its Hazleton showroom, has recently launched its new website at www.fldoors.com. “Our new, modern website was designed to be very user-friendly as customers learn more about F&L Doors,” Lucas said. At the site, customers can read about the virtual garage door makeovers that F&L Doors offers. The site also includes information on the company’s “Shop at Home” service, which brings samples and information right to your door. You can select from a variety of styles and colors, and browse the latest trend in garage doors: carriage house doors. Carriage house doors provide the elegant look of historic barn doors with all the conveniences of modern garage doors. Choose from F&L Doors’ selection of swingup, swing-out, bi-parting or tri-fold style doors. “Selecting a garage door is an important choice. Garage doors can occupy up to a third of a home’s façade, so the right door will improve the appearance and value of your home. It can also save you money on energy costs based on its efficiency,” Lucas said. F&L Doors is proud of the reputation for quality and dependable service it has developed since its founding in 1970, and offers an extended one-year “No Hassle Guarantee” on all of their garage doors. “Our reputation is on the line with every purchase, and that’s something I take very seriously,” said Lucas. “Our extended one-year service guarantee means that if you have a problem with your F&L Doors installed garage door, we’ll send a technician to your home to fix it.” The company’s showroom features an extensive in-stock inventory of garage doors and products from which to choose. Customers can also have doors custom designed and created to meet their needs, should they desire. And F&L Doors literally goes the extra mile for its customers, routinely servicing and
installing doors within an 80-mile radius. This means you can count on the same highquality service whether you are located in Bloomsburg, Danville, Shamokin, Scranton, Wilkes-Barre, Mountaintop, Stroudsburg, Blakeslee, White Haven, Jim Thorpe or the Lehigh Valley. Call F&L Doors at 570-454-7254 or toll free at 800-344-3667. Or visit their showroom on South Wyoming Street in Hazleton, Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., and they’ll discuss garage door solutions that will also meet your budget. Visit F&L Doors online at www.fldoors.com for tips on choosing a garage door. P
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Pay attention to socket ratings. If your light socket is rated for 60 watts, don’t put that 100 watt bulb into the fixture! Although it might seem to work fine for a while, the additional heat is slowly damaging the wires, and that could lead to a fire. Install ground fault protection. Make sure the outlets in your bathrooms and kitchens are Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters, or GFCI outlets. These outlets have their own built-in circuit breaker, and are meant to provide fire safety in areas that could get wet, such as near sinks or tubs. If an outlet short circuits, the GFCI circuit will trip, saving you a shock and perhaps an electrical fire. Don’t overload your circuits. Plugging several high wattage appliances in the same outlet, or using an overloaded extension cord can be a severe fire hazard. When you do this, the stress on your home’s wiring can be very dangerous. Never plug an extension cord into another extension cord and always be aware of what is connected to your outlets. Watch for warning signs. Flickering lights, frequently blown fuses, or the smell of smoke when you use an appliance indicate potential electrical fires growing behind your walls. These signs call for the services of a Hayden Electric certified electrician. Electricity is not something to fool around with, so as soon as you see the warning signs of something amiss, make that call! Have your electrical system evaluated. It’s always a good idea to know what you are dealing with when it comes to old wiring. Call Hayden Electric at 570-455-6109, we will have one of our skilled technicians check over your entire system and make any recommendations. You are always better safe than sorry where potential electrical fires are concerned, especially when it comes to old houses with old wiring!
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Your Local Trane Comfort Specialist by SJ Kowalski The Trane Comfort Specialist identification means that from installation and service, to customer care and training your Trane dealer is of the highest caliber and committed to providing the very best service possible. Only dealers committed to customer satisfaction and continuing education are able to qualify as certified Trane Comfort Specialists. When you’re looking for durable, energy-efficient furnaces, air conditioners and air filtration systems contact S.J. Kowalski, Inc. to help find a system you can depend on. Trane Comfort Specialist is an elite designation which is reviewed annually and given only to Trane’s most exceptional dealers. Let S.J Kowalski, Inc. help introduce you to a more affordable living space with Trane furnaces, air conditioning and filtration systems that help keep energy costs low. We can introduce you to the different models, explain their individual features and help you decide on the ideal system for your home. Take a look at your current home environment to identify your home com-
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The Kitchen Gallery & Design Center Inc.: The Ultimate Kitchen & Bath Place If you are ready to do a home improvement project they can help. The Kitchen Gallery & Design Center Inc. is your all in one shopping destination for home cabinetry and related merchandise. This business is owned by Mark Matriccino who has over 35 years of experience. His professional installers and his design consultant Matt Maylath have just as much expertise and they are superior in their field of designing or installing any project. Whether you are stuck in the middle of a design or are starting from scratch, this business has the resources to exceed your expectations. They have everything available that you will need to achieve the special look you’ve always wanted. With choices like top of the line cabinetry by Wood-Mode, Brookhaven and Kraftmaid; stock cabinets from Merillat, Legacy, Aristokraft and contractors Choice; Solid Surfacing and Laminate countertops; GE appliances; plus kitchen and bath sinks along with fixtures by name brand companies including: Moen, Delta, Kohler, Elkay and American Standard. This company doesn’t just specialize in installing and designing kitchens and bathrooms, their other accomplishments also include the designing and installing of cabinets for other rooms like offices (e.g. desks, computer workstations, built-in bookshelf wall units), dining room (e.g. hutches) laundry room, living room (e.g. entertainment centers), basements/bars, bedrooms ( e.g. built-in dressers, walk-in closets). They also offer in-house interior design consultation and computerized layout services. Come in and visit their beautifully decorated showroom which has plenty of upto-date kitchen and bath displays that will help in making some important decisions regarding your next in home project. If you can dream it – They can do it! P
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Dividing Perennials by Mary Ann Miller, Master Gardener Perennials are the mainstay of most gardens. They return year after year to provide colorful blossoms and interesting foliage. Even though perennial bloom times are often considerably shorter than that of annuals, you can insure continual flowers during the warmer months by incorporating varieties with different bloom times into your garden beds. After a few years, however, you may notice that your perennials are less attractive than in the past. The flowers may be smaller; there may be a dead space in the center of the plant; or it may appear crowded. These are all signs that the plant should be divided. Timing is important when dividing perennials. Fall-blooming plants are best divided in spring as they are beginning new growth. Many spring and summer-blooming perennials are divided in the fall. Dividing plants when they are not in bloom insures that their energy will go to root and leaf growth, and the cooler temperatures of spring and fall enable plants to recover more quickly from transplanting. Preparation is also key. Water the plants a day before dividing them, and divide on a cloudy day or late in the day when hot sun will not stress the plant. Prepare the new location for your divisions before digging them out. Make the hole wider than the root system of the plant to allow room
for easy growth, and deep enough so that the crown of the plant will be at the same level it was originally. Adding organic material such as compost at the time of planting will improve the soil and give your divisions a good start in their new location. Before digging out the plant, cut it back to about 6 inches in height. Loosen it with a spading fork on all four sides and then lift it out of the ground, shaking or hosing off the soil. How you actually divide the plant depends upon its root system. Those with spreading or clumping root systems can be pulled apart by hand, pried apart with backto-back digging forks or cut with a sharp knife. If the plant has “eyes” or buds, make sure that each division has one or more of these, depending upon how large you want your divisions to be. Plants with rhizomes, such as iris, should be divided into sections containing one fan of leaves. Rhizome divisions must be replanted with the top showing above the soil level. Plants with taproots are very difficult to divide because the root must be sliced lengthwise. Keep the new divisions watered to encourage root growth, and they will soon be healthy, attractive additions to your garden. For further information about dividing perennials, download a Penn State Fact Sheet at http://consumerhorticulture.psu.edu/files/dividing%20perennials.pdf P
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Brenner Recycling Brenner Recycling is a full service scrap yard and recycling center which was started in 1925 by Maurice H. Brenner. It originally began as a used auto parts yard consisting of one small warehouse and the family homestead. M. H. Brenner’s offered local mechanics and garages quality used auto parts for their cars and trucks at affordable prices. After selling the parts from old cars and trucks and accumulating large piles of scrap, Mr. Brenner decided it was time to sort, prepare, and sell the scrap to steel mills and foundries.
Today, Brenner Recycling, the only locally owned and operated scrap yard in the greater Hazleton Area, is operated by Paul Brenner, Leonard Brenner and Danny Stash. We buy all grades of scrap steel as well as copper, brass, aluminum, stainless steel, newspaper and cardboard. After sorting and processing, we sell the scrap to national and international companies that recycle it into new products. In order to bring scrap into the yard
from industries within a 75 mile radius of Hazleton and ship it to steel mills, Brenner Recycling operates a fleet of 4 tractors and 25 trailers along with 3 container trucks and over 150 load lugger and roll off containers varying in size from 10 to 40 cubic yards. Our processing equipment consists of 3 cranes, a large baler, 3 shears, and a state of the art 72 foot long truck scale that enable Brenner Recycling to efficiently receive, process and ship
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Fall in Love Again with The Lettermen The Greater Hazleton Concert Series proudly opens its 2011-2012 season with the romantic harmonies of America’s love song favorites, the Lettermen. Featuring the talents of Tony Butala, Donovan Tea, and Mark Preston, this is a concert you won’t soon forget. Take a trip down memory lane when The Lettermen take the stage of the Hazleton High School Auditorium Thursday, Sept. 22, 2011, at 7:30 PM. Twenty million records and several thousand concert shows ago, three young men in letter sweaters hit the music charts with their first single, “The Way You Look Tonight.” The soft, melodic tune was a departure from the hard-driving music of that day, but listener requests made it a must for disc jockey play lists all over the country. Hit after hit followed: “When I Fall in Love,” “Theme From a Summer Place,” “Put Your Head on My Shoulder,” “Hurt So Bad,” and “Shangri-La” as well as over 50 albums filled with special romantic Lettermen harmony. One of their better known songs, “Goin’ Out of My Head/Can’t Take My Eyes Off You,” was a first of its kind when it was released; it was the first hit record ever to completely integrate two songs as one. One deejay said The Lettermen sound was “the best thing that happened to romance since moonlight.” “There are a lot of people whose first date, first dance, first kiss was to The Letterman,” s a i d To n y Butala, the founder of the trio 50-some
years ago and the only Letterman who has never left the group. Since the 1960s, there have been eight Lettermen; Tea and Preston have been with Butala for the last 20 years. Over the years, The Lettermen have been aware of the ever-changing music scene. Therefore, the group has constantly updated its shows through the trends of folk sound, amplified guitars, and synthesized keyboards to always keep the act “today.” Through all these trends, the Lettermen theme still remains the love song. Although they have had more than their share of recording success, The Lettermen pride themselves on their live performances. Each show is a valentine to every audience as they maintain a whirlwind touring schedule throughout the United States and abroad. The music of these true entertainers transcends all language barriers and warms the hearts of millions. “There’s a generation of people out there, young people, who don’t know what entertainment is all about,” Butala says. It’s not glitter and just singing what you want, he adds, but connecting with the audience. “Every audience is a reflection of you.” “We bring an entire entertainment package to every show,” Butala says. “We sign autographs after every show; we’re usually the last ones to leave the auditorium. It’s a well-balanced, well-rounded show. Any age bracket can really enjoy our stuff. It’s good, clean healthy fun.” The 2011-2012 Greater Hazleton Concert series will bring six great performances to Hazleton s u b scribers at a cost of $80 for
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Children Learn What They Live, Part Two by Larry Ksanznak Mattie Stepanek lived a most remarkable life even though he died at the young age of 13. He was a poet, best selling author, peace advocate and MDA National Ambassador. His first book, Heartsongs was an immediate best seller as were his next four books. Since birth, Mattie was confined to a wheelchair. He endured a rare neuromuscular disorder called mitoch ondrial sympathy. President Jimmy Carter in his eulogy to Mattie said, “I have known kings and queens, presidents and prime ministers. However, the most extraordinary person I have ever known was Mattie Stepanek.”, Liam Witt was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer at 33 months of age. His family, doctors, nurses and friends began to call him Prince Liam the Brave. He inspired others as he continued his battle with cancer. His happiness, cheerfulness and love for others brought forth the initiation of the foundation, Cookies for Kids Cancer. The Foundation has raised over $2.5 million for pediatric cancer research. The firefighters of Ladder Co. 24 and Engine Company #1, New York City made Liam an official firefighter in their unit. They gave him his own personal locker inside their station on W. 31st Street. He lived a remarkable life and died at the age of six. Dr. Sally Ride was the first woman to travel in space. In the 1960’s, women were not encouraged to pursue a career in the fields of math and science. She attended Stanford University and earned four degrees. She was a trailblazer opening the door for other women to become astronauts and travel in space. On
June 18, 1983, she became the first American woman to orbit Earth when she was an astronaut aboard the space shuttle Challenger. Sgt Ist Class Jared Monti received our nation’s highest medal of honor, The Congressional Medal of Honor. He has also received the Bronze Star and the Purple Heart as a Squad Leader in the 71st Cavalry Unit. He was on a perilous night patrol in Afghanistan when his patrol came under heavy enemy fire. Sgt Monti with complete disregard for his own safety engaged the enemy with his rifle and grenades. He successfully stopped the enemy from surrounding his patrol. When one of his squad members was wounded, he valiantly tried to reach him. After three attempts, he returned the wounded soldier to safety but lost his life in the process. Chesley Sullenberger, the commercial airplane pilot, who landed his damaged plane in the Hudson River. This emergency landing has been labeled as “The Miracle in the Hudson.” By his calmness and professionalism as a pilot, every passenger aboard the plane was rescued. He remained on the wing of the submerged airplane until the last passenger and crewmembers were safety transported by boat to land. Gil Meche, pitcher for the Kansas City Royals, who demonstrated that not all professional athletes are obsessed by money. He had a guaranteed contract so he would be paid even if he just sat on the bench and watched his team play during the season. He had a sore shoulder and would only see limited action if any. He refused the $12,000,000 he
was guaranteed by his contract and retired. He said that pride was more important to him than the money. He left the “money on the table” and is now watching his kids play sports. If you ever visit military hospitals, you gain an immense feeling of pride for our courageous young men and women who serve our country. Many of the returning military personnel serving in battlefields located in Afghanistan and Iraq sustained serious medical, emotional and physical problems. The dedicated and competent doctors, surgeons, nurses, psychologists and physical therapists are devoted to returning our wounded military personnel back to their homes and loved ones. Ryo Ishikawa, Japanese Professional golfer, who earned over $1.82 million on tour last year. This year he is dedicating all his winnings from every event to the Japanese Relief Effort. In addition, he plans to donate another $400,000 for every ‘birdie’ he makes on tour. He is a very humble athlete and is commonly referred to as “The Bashful Prince of Golf.” Ryo Ishujawa was quoted as saying, “I felt it is my turn to give back in whatever way I can to support the people who supported me.” Maurice Stokes and Jack Twyman were teammates on the 1950 Cincinnati ROYALS NBA basketball team. Maurice Stokes was a LeBron James type of player. The relationship between Maurice and Jack goes far beyond sports to offer a dynamic lesson in human and racial relations. At the peak of his career, Maurice Stokes went into a coma and was permanently paralyzed. His career was over
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and he was fighting to say alive. Jack Twyman assumed the role of his legal guardian. He spent countless hours at the hospital, consulting with doctors, taking care of financial needs, working directly with Maurice’s family and accepted the responsibility for paying all the medical bills. He established the Maurice Stokes Foundation with the help of other NBA players. Maurice was black and jack white. Their friendship was colorblind. Maurice died on April 6, 1970, at the age of 36, with Jack Twyman and family members at his bedside. Two of my favorite role models in West Hazleton were Bob and Harriet McGeehan. Mr. McGeehan was a superb science teacher and carried forth his teaching skills onto the basketball court. He was a true professional always dressed in a suit, white shirt and tie. He spoke calmly, positively and with sincerity. In his classroom and in the gym he gained the attention and respect of his students the old fashion way--he earned it. He gave me the confidence as a skinny, 5’ 4” sophomore to realize that I had the talent and ability to play the game of basketball. His wife Harriet was at the center of numerous social, civic and cultural issues. She was one of the first women in the Hazleton area to articulate the value of including women in the decision making process. She gave her voice and moral support in addressing the needs and hardships being experienced by those living in poverty. She was frequently called upon to serve in a leadership position to address civic, social and political issues in Northeastern, Pa. She was bright, articulate and was a natural leader. She was an excellent role model for the young women of the Hazleton area. Milton S. Hershey was raised in rural central Pa., humbled by the lack of a formal education and nearly bankrupt by the age of thirty. He went on to become one of the wealthiest and extremely successful entrepreneurs in the world. He planned and financed a model community for his workers. He financed the construction of schools, churches, parks, hospital, recreational facilities and a trolley car system. Before he gained fame and wealth, he was quoted as saying, “If I ever become rich, I am going to use my money to build schools to give every boy and girl an opportunity to get an education.” He implemented this lofty promise by building a magnificent school for orphan boys. The Milton S. Hershey School was later to be open to both boys and girls from poverty backgrounds. There is another important Jeter other than Derrick and his name is Tom Jeter. A roof collapsed at the Old Ben Coal Company, Zeigler #11 mine. There were four coal miners trapped under piles of coal, rocks and machinery. An 18-inch pipe was lowered fifty feet down into the base of the mine. Tom Jeter, a private citizen, volunteered to lower himself into the pipeline to find the trapped miners. He was able to entangle them from the debris and hoist them back to the surface saving their lives. Ed Freeman served as a Master Sergeant in the Korean War. He was given a battlefield commission during the battle of Pork Chop Hill. During the Viet Nam War, he was a Med-Evacs helicopter pilot. He continually flew his unarmed helicopter through a gauntlet of enemy firepower. The Med-Evacs pilots were told to discontinue their mission due to excessive enemy
ground fire. He defied orders and made thirteen additional landings to pick up twentynine wounded soldiers. He flew his helicopter into a small emergency landing zone within proximity of the heavily concentrated attacking enemy forces. He was shot in the leg and arm four times but continued the life saving evacuation of wounded soldiers. He received the Congressional Medal of Honor for his bravery. In 2008, Capt. Freeman passed away at the age of 70 in Boise, Idaho. There were no front-page announcements of his death or his heroic action in two wars. However, Michael Jackson passed away and for a month, every newspaper and television station devoted prime time coverage. Once again we need to ask the question of what did Michael Jackson do to improve the quality of life for society? We need to set the bar much higher in selecting the real heroes in society. It is important for parents to talk with their children about what defines a real hero. We need to make them aware of the appropriate values, beliefs, ethical and moral behavior and attitudes that should be demonstrated by our current leaders in sports, entertainment, politics and corporations. A real hero should measure up to the words of the humanitarian Edward W. Bok, “Make the world a bit better or more beautiful because you have lived in it.” Before we have our children select a hero, we should ask how “they have made the world a bit better or more beautiful because they have lived in it.” There are false heroes being pushed on us by popular culture and the news media. Unfortunately, the spotlight is on the bizarre, shock and awe performers in society. As we identify and glamorize our heroes, we need to accept the responsible as adults that Children Learn What They Live. lrknek@optonline.net P
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Damon’s Does It Again! Already known for bringing Bike Nite to Hazleton, and for their portable grill which brings their fabulous burgers and ribs to many charity events, Damon’s is now “raising the bar” in dining and lounging experience expectations for the area. How are they “raising the bar”? By renovating theirs! Stop in and see for yourself the amazing changes to the bar and dining area. Start with the new high top seating where friends can gather at long tables to enjoy some fabulous food while socializing and watching their favorite sports events on the new “media wall”. Thought you’ve seen some pretty good set ups in sports bar viewing for the football season? Wait until you see how you can watch the game at Damon’s. And with their selections of spirits and snacks, at affordable prices, why stay home? Come in, eat, drink, relax, and let Damon’s do the work. No game on? No problem! Check out Damon’s new LIVE ENTERTAINMENT schedule. Come on in and listen to some of the best acts in the area while enjoying one of their many beer selections or specialty mixed drinks. You can nosh all night at Damon’s too, until closing, so if you get hungry into the third set of the band, no problem. Order up some of Damon’s great offerings and keep the party going! For quieter or more intimate social-
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CHICKEN AND STARS SOUP 1 or 2 medium carrots 4 cups chicken broth Dash of sage or Bell's Seasoning 1/4 cup mini star-shaped pasta or egg pastina 3/4 cup chopped, cooked chicken Salt and pepper to taste METHOD:
In the I don’t know about you, but it is difficult to realize that school is about to begin again shortly, and some students have already returned to school. Whether your child started kindergarten or college, your life will change dramatically. Many of you mother’s and grandmother’s will notice how quiet your home is, and will probably be a little sad as well. A short while ago you were leaving your child with a bottle and a sitter. They were the kings and queens of the backyards and now they are leaving you with lunch in hand for nursery school, kindergarten, or grade school. More often than not Mom’s lunch will be preferred, if not actually demanded. Do not be surprised when you discover that much trading and switching goes
Scrub the carrots with a vegetable brush, then cut them into 1/4-inch slices. Use an aspic cutter to cut star shapes out of the carrot slices, and set them aside. In a midsize pot, bring the broth to a simmer over medium heat. Stir in the sage and carrot stars and simmer for about ten (10) minutes more or until the carrots are tender. Add the pasta and chicken. Continue cooking the soup for another few minutes, stirring occasionally, just until the pasta is done. Makes 4 servings.
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, pounded 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick Salt and pepper 24 (10-inch) bamboo skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes 3 tablespoons peanut or vegetable oil 2 tablespoons barbecue sauce 1 1/4 cups plain dried bread crumbs
1 C. butter or margarine 4 squares (1 oz.each) semi-sweet chocolate 4 eggs 1 ¾ cups sugar 1 tsp. vanilla 1 C. all purpose flour 1 ½ C. chopped pecans
1 Tbs. margarine 1/3 C. thin egg noodles ½ C. long grain rice 1 ¼ cups chicken broth 1/8th tsp. black pepper
METHOD: Cut each chicken breast lengthwise into 1/2-inch-wide strips and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Fold the chicken strips slightly and weave them onto the skewers. Prepare a charcoal fire or set a gas grill to medium-high, close the lid, and heat until hot -- about 10 to 15 minutes. In a small bowl, stir together the oil and the barbecue sauce. Spread the bread crumbs on a sheet of waxed paper. Lightly brush the sauce mixture over the chicken strips and then roll them in the bread crumbs. Grill the chicken fingers uncovered until they're no longer pink inside, about 2 to 4 minutes per side on a gas grill. Serve with the dipping sauce of your choice. Serves 6 to 8.
METHOD: In a small saucepan over low heat, melt butter and chocolate; heat eggs and sugar. Add vanilla and chocolate mixture; stir in flour and nuts. Fill greased or paper lined muffin cups 2/3rd s full. Bake at 350 degrees for 18-20 minutes or until they test done with toothpick. Yield 1-1/2 dozen.
Method: In a medium size heavy saucepan melt the margarine over moderate heat. Add noodles , stirring until golden brown 1-2 minutes. Add the rice and cook three (3) minutes more. Add the chicken broth and pepper and bring mixture to a boil, and lower the heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 20 minutes or until rice is tender.
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Hollywood Diner Welcomes New Executive Chef Chef Drew Wandishin, known best as the Executive Chef at Top of the 80’s, has now gone to Hollywood…..The Hollywood Diner that is. Chef Drew as he is know locally, both for his signature dishes and his award in 2007 as PA Preferred Best Chef of Pennsylvania, was only 14 years old when he started working in the culinary business as a dishwasher. He received his formal training at Johnson and Whales University in Providence, R.I. , apprenticed at the Seafare Inn in Portsmouth, R.I. and attended the Gourmet Institute in NYC. He has worked with such well known chefs as Mario Batali, Alfred Portale, Thomas Keller, Eric Ripert and Charlie Palmer. His love of travel has brought him to dinning establishments such as the French Laundry, S.F., Pe Se, NYC, Charlie Trotter’s and Ambria in Chicago, Gotham Bar & Grill, Le Bec Fin, to name a few. Many have enjoyed his culinary delights for their holiday dinner, wedding party, or special event. Chef Drew will show the area just how versatile his skills are as he takes the helm of the kitchen at The Hollywood Diner. Already well established as one of the areas most unique Sport Bars, The Hollywood Diner has undergone a number of changes this summer. The management is new, a fun patio complete with bar has been added for dining and socializing outdoors, and special activities such as Bike Night and Hazle Park Car Club night have added to the versatility of this establishment. Open seven days a week, serving breakfast all day and a full menu until 2:00 am daily, over 20 beers on tap, 24 plasma TVs, amazing sports memorabilia, and on the premises bakery (just try to walk by the bakery case that greets you when you come in the door without taking a peek!), your only disappointment will be that their plentiful servings leave you too full to enjoy one of their famous desserts! But hey, that’s ok! They pack them to go! Call or stop in, see what amazing surprises Chef Drew has on the new menu, and become a “Hollywood Fan” all over again! P
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Childhood Cancer Awareness Month September is childhood cancer awareness month, the gold ribbon is the symbol for childhood cancer. According to 20052008 (last time it's been updated) statistics, approximately 12,500 children will be diagnosed with cancer per year. Of that approximately 4,000 will die. They claim that 46 children per school day are diagnosed and 7 children die. (I believe it's a lot higher) There are 12 major forms of childhood cancer with Leukemia/Lymphoma or blood/bone marrow cancers being number one. However, Central Nervous System, (CNS) or brain tumors are the number one solid mass tumors in children, with 120 different types of brain tumors that effect children today. Each major type, has several dozen sub-types. There is no known cause or cure for many if not most forms of Childhood cancer. There has been no new treatments in 30 years. Childhood cancer receive less then 3% in National Funding, and is usually the first to be cut during budget cuts. That 3% is shared amonst all 12 major forms, some getting more then others. 3% doesn't go very far. As in Aimee's case with a DIPG. There are approximately, 200-300 children DX with DIPG (diffused intrinsic pontine gliomas) per year. Most children are between the age of 5-9. Once DX is made children survive 6-18 months with a 1% chance at 2 years or more. Due to the location within the center of the brainstem in the Pontine, surgery is not an option.
As most brain tumors in children, there is a higher risk at surgery. Diagnosis is made via MRI's. Biopsies usually are not performed unless a portion or piece is outside the pontine on the outer edges of the brainstem. As of right now the main treatment for DIPG is radiation and/or Dexamethesone (Steroid) which reduces some of the swelling. Once radiation (sometimes with chemo) the children will go into what we called a "honeymoon period" with no symptoms and the child usually goes back to "normal" for about 6 months, then progression sets in and the child passes in several weeks. During those weeks though the children become completely disabled, functioning with 100% oxygen, feed tubes, diapers or catheters only being able to move their eyes, requiring 24/7 care. Some will slip into a deep sleep, coma type state. According to most death certificates the cause of death is respiratory or heart failure, (not the cancer) so that makes me wonder about the statistics being accurate. Most children who stay awake as Aimee did, still have 100% understanding of what is going on around them. Today many parents are donating their child's brain to research for a better understanding of this most devastating tumor. I donated Aimee's to CHOP (children's Philly) for which they tested some of the tumor and it was determined she had 12 different bio-makers or molecular genes within the tumor, so even if they were able to get a biopsy for targeted treatment, it more then likely would have only worked on those cells received and not the others. Some researchers I have spoken with, also feel that targeting only 1 or 2 of the genes, may make
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the others grow much more rapidly. In some cases, as it was with Aimee, many of the symptoms for DIPG as well as other childhood cancers go un or mis diagnosed because the symptoms mimic other more common illness/diseases, so in most cases children are at stage IV at time of DX. Aimee began complaining of headaches 6 months prior to DX. She was put on Migraine medicine, then she complained of hic-cups and was giving acid reflux medicine, then she started having shortness of breathe and was giving asthma medicine, then when she started complaining of dizziness more so when she laid down she was giving anti-biotic for either sinus or ear infections. When she began to vomit I was told it's the flu. It wasn't until she became very lethargic, acting as if she was drunk that someone finally agreed to tests I was begging for over the months prior. This was when her one eye began to turn in towards her nose and she couldn't focus, plus she was tilting her head to the right so she could see better. At one time she told me she had a brain tumor because she could feel it growing. I didn't listen, and learned the hard way, that just because ones a child no one knows our bodies better then we do. Aimee's Army is now working with researchers on coming up with a way to prevent this from starting and/or testing for early detection. My hardest part in getting this approved is to have the insurance companies pay for the tests, for which is all ready in the works. Many within the childhood cancer community feel this is a waste of time and we need to fund a cure more then a cause and/or prevention method. Personally, in my opinion as it was in Aimee's prevention and/or finding the causes to stop it before it happens is key to finding a cure, but then again if you can stop it or prevent it, then you don't need a cure.. Plus, it's a lot easier to treat and cure a pea, then a grapefruit. Sorry to be so long winded. Let me know if you need anything else. Links to most of this info is on my web-site. If it's not I will get them for you. Have a great day. Talk to you soon. Annette (Angel Aimees mom) "A ribbon is just a ribbon without a face, add pig-tails and a baseball cap and it becomes a child." Aimee Dickey forever 12 P
16th Annual Steamtown Marathon Set for Sunday, October 9
"You don't just luck into things. You build step by step, whether it's friendships or opportunities." - Barbara Bush
Close to 2,500 runners will participate in the 16th annual Steamtown Marathon, which will be held on Sunday, October 9, beginning at 8:00 a.m. The race is a United States Track and Field certified, 26.2 mile marathon that begins at Forest City High School in Susquehanna County and weaves through 14 communities before finishing at Courthouse Square in Downtown Scranton. Close to two miles of the course are along beautiful rails to trails that parallel the Lackawanna River. The trails are maintained by the Lackawanna Heritage Valley Authority. The marathon benefits the residents of Saint Joseph’s Center in Scranton. Since 1996, the event has donated more than $650,000 to Saint Joseph’s. The race has been growing steadily in popularity. Last year, the race reached its limit of 2,500 entries in July. This year, despite an increase to 2,620 entries by race officials, Steamtown sold out in early May. By June, there was a wait list in excess of 500 runners. For this year’s race, runners have signed up from 40 states and Canada, Mexico, Brazil and the United Kingdom. In 2010, Steamtown was named the 6th best overall marathon in the nation out of more than 400 via an online survey of more than 8,000 runners taken by Runner’s World Magazine. Steamtown is also one of only four U.S. marathons to receive 14 out of 15 stars on marathonguide.com, a Web site that obtains runners’ input about marathons. No U.S. marathon has received 15 stars. According to race officials, the marathon’s 3,000 race day volunteers, the tremendous financial and in-kind support from sponsors, and the enthusiasm of the residents of the 14 participating communities, are keys to the event. The fact that Steamtown has a “fast” course helps too. The course features a 955’ net elevation drop from start to finish and has been ranked as one of the fastest marathon courses in the United States. Many runners come to Steamtown to post a qualifying time for entry into the prestigious Boston Marathon. Each year after the race, runners
send letters and e-mails to race officials praising the event, especially the support they received from area communities. Keith Ferrara from Long Island, New York, who ran Steamtown last year, may have said it best when he said, “This was a great race day. The people cheering on the runners throughout the towns picked you up when needed it and provided plenty of fluids, food and smiles. It's the friendliest race I know of. The coordinated effort of 3,000 volunteers throughout small towns showed heart and people who genuinely enjoyed being there. Incredible. I can't wait to run it again.” The event is also a tremendous boost to the local economy. “About 75% of the runners are traveling here from out of town,” said Assistant Race Director Jim Cummings. “Most need lodging and in fact, last year on race weekend, there wasn’t a single hotel room available within 30 miles of Downtown Scranton. The runners and their families eat in local restaurants and shop in our stores. We estimate that about 5,000 people come to our area on race weekend.” Volunteers for this year’s Steamtown Marathon are still needed in areas such as traffic control, packet pick up, the food tent, and first aid and medical care. Anyone interested in volunteering is asked to fill out the volunteer form at www.steamtownmarathon. com. P
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Why to Choose a Private College Prep School A car company recently decided to declare that its focus would be safety. Its major push to the public was “Drive Safely.” Everything the company did was to reinforce the issue of safety. Soon, the public was aware that these particular cars and this company were really concerned with safety for its patrons. People who wanted to buy a safe car began to look to their vehicles to fulfill that promise. The car company and safety became synonymous. During this time, two people were overheard in a conversation. One man said, “We own two cars. When my wife drives one car, she drives like a race car driver. When she drives our other car (the safety model) she stays 100 feet back from the next car, she uses her turn signals, and she drives defensively. She seems to drive under the influence of the safety image.” This is probably true for students and schools as well. If you attend a high school where excellence is the expectation and the realization, you tend to rise to the occasion. If the focus of the school is learning for
life, working for a higher goal, serving others, and making a difference in the future, then perhaps the students tend to learn and live under the influence of the school. Obviously, all schools are not the same and no individual school can be all things to all students. What makes one school different from another? According to the Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools, the mission of a school is the foundation of the entire plan and the primary focus of the organization. The mission of an educational institution identifies its unique identity. The mission defines why the school exists and describes both what the school is and is striving to become. As one explores the various choices for high school, one should consider the mission of the school. What truly differentiates one school from another is the lived reality of the vision of its mission. As one compares the missions of the schools, one should ask himself which one best fits with what one wants for their child and what their student wants
for their future. The Mission of Scranton Preparatory School, as a Catholic, Jesuit college preparatory school, is to form a learning community of men and women distinguished by its commitment to competence, to conscience, and to compassion. As a Jesuit school, Prep is rooted in the four hundred and fifty year old tradition of academic excellence combined with dedication to God, country and humanity. Academic excellence and personal development of strong and responsible character in the faithful and generous service to the world are touchstones of this community. In fostering the life of the mind, Scranton Prep cultivates in its students a desire to gain knowledge, the capacity to reason, and the ability to discern right from wrong. Prep students are committed to grow not only intellectually, but also socially and religiously through participation in athletics, extra-curricular activities, retreats, public worship and service work. Continues on page 72
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But with the recent surge in precious metals, Rainbow Jewelers have been buying gold, silver and platinum from their customers. They also purchase any unwanted, broken, or outdated gold jewelry. Customers are more than happy to clean out their jewelry boxes of items they don’t wear or use anymore. Since they deal with the refineries and the prices of precious metals are at record highs, they’re paying the highest premium for these items. So stop by Rainbow Jewelers today and get the special treatment from a jeweler that you deserve. P
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Continuation from page 70 The entire Prep community is inspired by the Jesuit ideal of cura personalis, personal care for the individual. One of the biggest concerns is the cost to learn under the influence of education at Scranton Prep. There are two ways of looking at the questions that arise from the financial area. The first is, as the Midas Muffler commercial said, “You can pay me now, or you can pay me later.” Will your student be prepared for college, be accepted, and be able to do the work at that level when they get there. Prep’s track record is known: average best SAT scores of 1142, 99% of the graduating class goes onto a four year college, and better than 75% get into the college of their first choice. Secondly, the tuition at Scranton Prep can be thought of as an investment in your child’s future. There are not too many students that graduate from Prep that don’t get more money in merit based scholarship aid than they paid in tuition. Also, with the Seven Year Program with the University of Scranton and our Advanced Placement
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If It's Not .gov, It's Not Social Security When you go on a road trip, you need to follow the signs to arrive at the right place. Going online can be very much the same. Look for the “.gov” at the end of the web address — if it isn’t .gov, it isn’t the real Social Security website — www.socialsecurity.gov. Countless consumers nationwide are victimized each year by misleading ad"Imagination isn't merely a surplus mental department meant for entertainment but the most essential piece of machinery we have if we are going to live the lives of human beings." - Ted Hughes "The world is moved not only by the mighty shoves of the heroes, but also by the aggregate of the tiny pushes of each honest worker." - Helen Keller
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up paid advertisements for websites that charge a fee just to get an application for a new card. That service is absolutely free from Social Security. The law that deals specifically with misleading Social Security and Medicare advertising prohibits people or non-government organizations, like for-profit businesses, from using words or emblems that mislead others. Their advertising cannot lead people to believe that they represent or are somehow affiliated with or endorsed or approved by Social Security or the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (Medicare). But that doesn’t stop advertisers from trying. For more information, you can read our publication What You Need to Know about Misleading Advertising at www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs/10005.html. When you go to www.socialsecurity. gov, make sure you look for the “.gov” sign along the way. Don’t be tricked into paying a fee for a service that’s free. And remember: if it isn’t .gov, it isn’t Social Security. P
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Physician Orders for LifeSustaining Treatment (POLST)
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Advance care planning for endof-life care and treatment took a major step forward in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania on November 16, 2010 when the Pennsylvania Department of Health posted on its website a new standard form entitled “Physician Orders For Life-Sustaining Treatment” (POLST). The POLST form as approved by the Department of Health constitutes a medical order and gives the patients more control over their end-of-life care, specifying the types of medical treatment that a patient wishes to receive. The medical order is signed by the patient or their agent under a medical power of attorney and/or an advance care directive, and the patient’s physician, physician’s assistant, or certified registered nurse practitioner. It is a promise by healthcare professionals to honor the wishes of the patient. The POLST form is just one additional tool which can be used in establishing the medical treatment preferences and directions implemented in end-of-life decision making. The POLST form is not intended
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to replace a well drafted medical health care power of attorney with living will directive provisions for end-of-life planning, nor is it the same as an “Out-ofHospital Do Not Resuscitate Order”, or an in-hospital Do Not Resuscitate order. In a study report entitled “End-of-Life Care in Pennsylvania - Final Report (2007)” issued by the Department of Health, the report stressed the issues concerning Advanced Care Directives and the fact that they are not often times available when medical decisions need to be made, a real problem when patients are transferred between care settings. For example, if a patient has a “Do Not Resuscitate” order (DNR), that order is normally entered on the medical record where the patient is receiving care at that time. When the patient moves to another setting there are gaps in the system’s ability to keep tract of patients’ preferences which often times result in patients’ receiving unwanted life support measures. In addition, outside care facilities Pennsylvania recognizes the “Out-of-Hospital DNR order”, which is available as a bracelet, card, or piece of paper, however to be effective, the patient must be declared terminally ill or permanently unconscious. Development and implementation of the POLST form allows for the transferability of advanced plans to accompany patients as they transfer from facility to facility to ensure that wishes are honored throughout the healthcare system. The form will clarify the treatment intentions of a patient and minimize confusion regarding patients’ treatment preferences. The Pennsylvania POLST form has five specific reference areas for treatment: (a) whether to apply or withhold CPR where a patient has no pulse and is not breathing; (b) medical interventions where a patient has a pulse and is breathing - to undertake comfort measures only, to provide for limited additional interventions, or full treatment intervention; (c) the use of antibiotics; (d) the use of artificially administered hydration and/ or nutrition; and (e) a listing of the patient’s goals and medical condition. If you or a loved one for which you serve as an agent or surrogate, are facing endof-life care issues, inquire with your physicians and healthcare providers as to whether or not a POLST form is appropriate to ensure that your wishes for your end-of-life care will be followed. P
Be Aware of Key Benefits of Life Insurance
by Edward Jones
You may be unaware of it, but September is Life Insurance Awareness Month. And while a whole month may seem like a long time to focus on life insurance, it’s actually a good opportunity for you to realize the important role that life insurance can play in your life. Unfortunately, many people don’t have sufficient insurance. A recent report by LIMRA, a research and consulting group, shows the following: • Individual life insurance ownership among U.S. households has reached a 50-year low. • Three out of every 10 households (about 35 million households) currently have no life insurance — an increase of 11 million households since 2004. • These figures help explain why the nonprofit LIFE Foundation coordinates Life Insurance Awareness Month each September. Simply put, many people don’t realize how many ways that life insurance can help them and their families. To be specific, life insurance can: • Educate your children — If you were to die prematurely, your life insurance policy can pay, in whole or in part, your children’s college education. And if you live a normal life span, life insurance can help to pay for your grandchildren’s college education. • Pay off your mortgage — If you have sufficient life insurance, the death benefit can pay off your mortgage, so your family wouldn’t have to move. • Help pay for your spouse’s retirement — Your spouse might be counting on sharing some of the money you eventually withdraw from your retirement plans — such as your 401(k) and IRA — to help with his or her own retirement. If you were to die early, your spouse, as beneficiary, would receive the existing account balances in these plans, but your future contributions would, of course, die with you. • Help pay for your retirement — You
don’t even have to die to reap some benefits from your life insurance. If you’ve purchased some form of permanent insurance, such as whole life or universal life, you have the opportunity to build a cash balance. And through policy loans or withdrawals, you can tap into this cash to help you pay some of your expenses during retirement. • Help you leave the legacy you desire — Life insurance can be an important part of your estate plans. To use life insurance properly for estate planning, consult with your legal advisor. Of course, one big question that you may ask is this: How much life insurance do I need? You’ve probably seen those estimates that say you should have insurance that’s worth a certain number of years times your annual income. While this might not be a bad estimate, it’s not a hard-and-fast rule for every single individual. The amount of insurance you need will depend on a variety of factors: your age, income, size of family, value of home, employment situation and so on. Your financial advisor can help you determine the level of insurance that’s appropriate for your needs. Now that you’ve seen how life insurance may help you over the years, and you’ve got a sense of how to determine the amount of coverage you need, you can appreciate the message behind Life Insurance Awareness Month — so take it to heart and make sure you’ve got the proper insurance plan in place.P
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The Power of Dividends in a Portfolio
by John J. Beltrami Not long ago investors regarded dividends as the financial equivalent of a record turntable at a gathering of MP3 users. Today, things look different. Dividends provide income and potentially help mitigate market volatility. As pre-retirees begin to focus on incomeproducing investments, the demand for high-quality, reliable dividends will probably increase. Why consider dividends? Dividend income has represented roughly one-third of the monthly total return on the Standard and Poor's 500 since 1926. The portion of total return attributable to dividends has ranged from more than half of the 1940s return to a low of 14% during the 1990s, when investors focused more on growth. The corporate incentive Financial and utility companies have been mainstays for investors. Other sectors have begun to offer them. Investors have been pressuring cashrich technology companies to distribute some profits as dividends rather than reinvesting, believing pressure to maintain or increase dividends imposes a fiscal discipline on companies that might be tempted to use the cash for ill-considered acquisitions. Differences among dividends Dividends paid on common stock are not guaranteed; a company's board can reduce or even eliminate them. However, a steady and increasing dividend is regarded as one sign of a company's ongoing health and stability. For that reason, most corporate boards are reluctant to send negative signals by cutting dividends. Look before you leap Investing in dividend-paying stocks isn't as simple as picking the highest yield. If investing for income, consider whether the company's cash flow can sustain its dividend. Some companies choose to use corporate profits to buy back company shares. Continues on the next page
Defamation on the Internet
by Attorney Jordan Pecile
Social networking websites, such as Facebook and MySpace, have grown immensely in popularity. Like never before, ordinary people have access to a worldwide audience. Among the dangers posed by use of these portals, is the reality that material is commonly published without being screened or edited by anyone. To compound the seriousness, there is a sense of anonymity that the internet affords, leading to the potential for defamation on these websites. Traditionally, defamation can occur through words spoken, which is called “slander”; and written words, which is called “libel”. To be defamatory, such words must be false, be published to a third party, and must tend to blacken the character of the victim in the eyes of the public. On social networking sites, reportedly the preferred method of defaming someone is by creating a profile in the name of the victim and publishing inaccurate and disparaging material about the victim on the fake profile. This type of
defamation is particularly offensive because it gives the impression to viewers that the victim is the author of the material and therefore the material must be true. To add authenticity, perpetrators reportedly copy photographs of the victim, and mix accurate information (such as school or place of employment) into the defamatory material. And, there is cause for parents to be concerned that what their child might consider to be a harmless prank could turn into a legal nightmare. Remember those vulgar messages once written on lavatory walls? Children now have much more powerful tools and a mistaken belief that their internet activity cannot be traced back to them, or their parents. Fortunately, the Courts are exercising power to assist victims with tracing fraudulent internet activity. P
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by Christy M. DeMelfi, Esq. This month, I’ll address some common ques- Question: Will I ever tions that potential clients often ask about be able to get credit bankruptcy. again? Answer: Yes. Getting credit may be more difQuestion: Will I lose my house by filing for ficult. You may end up paying higher interest bankruptcy? rates and having lower credit limits, but you can Answer: Not necessarily. You may be able to and will get credit again. keep your home in a Chapter 7 case, depending upon the equity in the home. You can normally Question: Can I keep my car? keep your home in a Chapter 13 proceedings, no Answer: Normally yes. The answer depends matter how much equity so long as you pay your upon the amount of equity in your vehicle creditors in full. though. If you have a vehicle, worth $20,000 that is fully paid for, then you may not be able Question: Will anyone know that I filed for to keep the vehicle. As most people do not have bankruptcy? vehicles with that much equity, there is normally Answer: Normally no, not unless you tell them. not a problem in keeping the vehicle. It bankruptcy filings are not published in the newspaper or posted around town. It is a public If you have a question that you want record though, so if someone knows where to look answered, please submit your question to me and really wants to find out, they can. Most of at christy@demelfilaw.com. Be sure to put in the time, no one knows unless you say something. the subject line – Panorama Question P
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McKinley Street School by Marolyn Pensock Have you ever heard of this school? I had not. If you remember it, have you ever attended this school? This old wooden school was pressed back into service by the Hazleton School District after the terrible fire during the summer of 1936, which destroyed the old wooden Grant Street School. This first Grant Street School was mentioned in my chapter on the A.D. Thomas School. Miss Ripple was the Principal and the first grade teacher, fondly remembered to this day by a few of her remaining students. She retired after the fire. There were a lot of children left high and dry with no place to go to school. So after surveying the situation the decision was made by the school board to use McKinley St. School for the year that it would take to build the new school. It was located close by on McKinley St. between seventh and ninth Streets. There was no Kindergarten class but students of that young age could elect to go to the Blodgett Community House at twentieth and Peace Streets which had a kindergarten. McKinley Street School accommodated most of the second grade. The other grades, as far as I can determine were sent to Locust Street School. The overflow second graders were sent to the Diamond Methodist Church school facilities at Diamond Avenue and Locust Street. It was quite an experience for all the students, wherever they were sent. Raymond Stank liked Locust Street School so much that he received permission to remain there for the remainder of his elementary years. Just think, this new, modern brick school was built in only one year. It opened for classes in the fall of 1937. How long does it take today to build
a new school? My friend, Evelyn Adams, told to me of her memories of that time. With her permission, I am going to share that time in Hazleton’s history with you. This old, one room school had no running water. There was a blackboard on the front wall , which would have been on McKinley Street. The teacher had desk and chair on an angle along side it so she could face the students who sat at small wooden desks. For heat the school had a hand fired round pot bellied stove for which the teacher was responsible to keep burning. I guess that she probably had to take out the ashes, too. It was placed near the front of the room almost directly in the middle. There was no “restroom.” The facility was an outhouse about forty feet to the rear of the lot. If a child found it necessary to use the “two seater”, he or she would have to don their outer garments and trudge the forty feet in all kinds of weather. I’ll bet they did their best to “hold it” for the two hours until that session was over. Miss. Jeanette Russell was the teacher for the first group session. The name of the other teacher escapes our memory. If you know it, please contact me. Miss Russell, in the very cold times, would gather the students on their benches in a semi-circle around her. . Now, let’s talk about the school day. The second graders were divided into two groups for a split session day. The first group was scheduled for 8 A.M. to 10 A.M. and then sent home for two hours. The second group started at 10 A.M. until noon and
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then they went home for two hours. Group one was back from noon until two P.M. and dismissed for the day. Group two was back for 2 P.M. until 4 P.M. then dismissed for the day. What I loved hearing from Evelyn was the story of her mother using the two hours school break as a play time for her to use the swing her Dad made for her and hung in the cellar. They had lunch and then a lesson in cross-stitching. Her mother gave her thread, a prestamped twelve inch square, an embroidery hoop and a small thimble. Then she proceeded to teach Evelyn the art of cross-stitching. While doing this, Evelyn also learned the art of using a thimble. She still uses a thimble when she sews. When she got to seventh grade, the sewing teacher was surprised that she already knew how to crossstitch After school was homework time and when that was done a few little chores like setting the table for the evening meal. Some folks today would say that these primitive school conditions were not conducive to learning. But the student s of the Class of 1947 can attest to the fact that learning can be accomplished in all sorts of conditions, if the will to teach and learn are present. Here are a few of the students who attended that old school: William Hollack, Marie Kapes, Myron Schmutzer, Evelyn Stank, John Recklitis, Edward Wandishin, Lois Paltzik, Clifford Schilling, Marie Broyan, John and Violet Troy’s niece, Jean. Another last name we can’t remember. I personally think that it is a great project for the Hazleton City Authority, Water Department to have plans to create a water park for our Hazleton children at their water tower facility which is located in the general vicinity of the old McKinley Street School. In writing about our old Hazleton Schools, I’ve come to the conclusion that there is “No School Like The Old School”. They were wonderful in their own time, serving the needs of the students of their day. So the modern schools of today will one day be the ‘old schools’ of this generation for today’s students. May their schools live long in the memory of each generation. P
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It’s time for the Zoo Crew’s 13th. Annual “Zoostock” which is a free concert held on Labor Day. This year’s event takes place on Monday, September 5th. from noon until 8 on the grounds of the Sports Zoo/ Halftime Sports Bar at the West End of Lansford. It is held rain or shine and you are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or a blanket to Sep 17th enjoy the holiday while helping a great cause. There will be food, beverages, entertainment, SS. Cyril & Methodius Ukrainian Catholic souvenir t-shirts and wristbands as well as ac- Church, 706 Warren St & First Ave, Berwick tivities for the kids, so bring the entire family! PA Holubki (Stuffed Cabbage) Holushki and Soup Sale - Saturday, September 17th pick Sep 10th up time: 8-noon Please order ahead by calling Shirley Fowler: Diamond Bread Basket 570-752-4701 or Pat Redden: 570-752Sat., September 10th (Noon-1pm) 1269 *Handicap accessible. FREE Meal to Anyone! Diamond United Methodist Church Antiques Appraisals by Dr. Lori at the Lau519 N. Locust St.; Hazleton, PA Call Lori to volunteer or donate @ 636-2059 rel Mall in Hazleton, PA on September 17, 2011. For information, call (888) 431-1010 or www.DrLoriV.com Sep 11th Conyngham United Methodist Church will kick off its Sunday school year on September 11th at 9:00 am with Rally Day. The Children’s Sunday school program at CUMC is available to children from preschool age through 12th grade. You do not have to be a member of CUMC to have your children attend Sunday school. Conyngham United Methodist Church is located at 411 Main Street, Conyngham. For more information on Conyngham United Methodist Church, visit www.conynghamumc.com or call 570-788-3960.
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Penn State Extension Master Gardener Mary-Lee Hood will offer a workshop on Composting on Wednesday evening, September 21st at 7 pm at Good Shepherd Church, Route 309, Drums. Registration and a fee of $5.00 is requested. Call the LuSep 15th zerne County Extension at 1-888-825-1701 Rep. Tarah Toohil (R-Luzerne) will or email LuzerneExt@psu.edu host a Senior Expo on Thursday, Sept. 15, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Hazleton Laurel Every Saturday Mall, 106 Laurel Mall Road in Hazleton. Downtown Hazleton Farmers’ Market Every Saturday until October 15th Sep 16th 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lend Me a Tenor will be presented Citiscape Parking Lot located between Laurel by Hazleton’s Pennsylvania Theatre of Per- and Wyoming Streets forming Arts at the J.J. Ferrara Center on Downtown Hazleton Broad Street downtown September 16, 17, Fresh fruits, vegetables, baked items, hickory 22, 23, and 24 at 7 p.m. and September 18 syrup, doggie treats, and more! and 25 at 3 p.m. PTPA’s all-you-can-eat din- 455-1509
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Trivia 1. Her parents were Zeus and Leda. Legend has it that her exceptional beauty caused the Trojan War. Who was she? 2. He was born in Texas in 1936. He was a football star, creative writer, Rhodes Scholar, singer of folk-rock and countryand-western music, and film personality. Who is he? 3. What was the only part of the current United States invaded by the Japanese during WWII? 4. Where is the Sea of Tranquility located? 5. What are the actual names of crimefighters Batman and Robin? 6. What was the title of the 1993 film about a young boy with an incredible fastball pitch, who earns a spot pitching for the Chicago Cubs? 7. Which Amendment to the US Constitution grants people the right to keep and bear Arms? 8. Edward Teach, was better known by what colorful name? 9. Which flower's name, when translated from French into English, would be "lion's tooth?"
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Hey it’s time to get yourself and your gear ready to hunt. Archery season is just around the corner. Here are a few tips to make sure your equipment is up to the challenge of the hunt. 1. MAKE SURE YOU KNOW HOW YOUR BROADHEADS FLY! We can’t stress this enough. Everything about your bow is irrelevant if your broadheads don’t fly right. Simply shoot an arrow with a regular field point into a target, and then shoot the arrow with your braodhead into the target; they should be close if not touching each other. If not get your bow to a qualified archery shop to determine the problem. Remember some bows are picky to certain heads so it may be that you just have to try another head. 2. Test the setup in conditions you will be hunting in, i.e.: tree stand, early morning, rain, ground blind etc.
3. Practice at longer distances than you would shoot hunting, if you can hold a group at 60 yards shooting at 30 yards is no problem. 4. Get all your hunting gear together ahead of time. Do you have everything you want or need to take into the woods? Do you have enough scent\ attraction; are your clothes treated with scent elimination product? Is your treestand or groundblind in good condition? Are food plots producing? Are your trail cameras placed and catching the times and places of the animals in your hunting area? Hopefully these tips help you have a great hunt and bag the big one! Good luck, hunters!! P
22nd Annual
Hegins Valley Arts & Crafts Fair Saturday, September 17, 2011 9AM to 3PM
Come to the Country
Over 200 selected craftsmen from PA and nearby states will be demonstrating and displaying their finest work. A delicious variety of foods prepared for your eating pleasure - all day including breakfast starting at 7:00a.m. Show will be held rain or shine.
Parking - $2.00
(Benefit Hegins Park Association)
Hegins Park is located approximately 6 miles West on Rt. 25 from Exit 112 on Interstate 81. Watch for signs for Hegins Park
For Information Call: 570-682-9541 or 570-682-8181
You’re Invited 3rd Annual
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Schuylkill County Hegins Park in Hegins, PA $15 per person • $5 Designated Driver $12 Advance Ticket (Available until August 27th) Flavorful wine tasting, regional cuisine and live entertainment.
Sunday, September 4th, 2011 from 1:00-6:00pm Visit our Website: www.schuylkillwinefestival.com For More Information Contact Mary or Bob Tobash 570-682-9660
Compliments of Twin Valley Farmers Exchange
SUNDAY SEPT. 11, 2011 9AM to 4PM HOMETOWN FARMER’S MARKET ROUTE 54 HOMETOWN, PA SLATES • WREATHS CANDLES • LAWN STAKES WOOD CRAFTS FOOD & MUCH MORE INDOORS & OUTDOORS RAIN OR SHINE
FREE ADMISSION FREE PARKING
142 Airport Road Hazleton, PA 18202 Phone: 459-8655 Paula Palance VP/Branch Manager
ALL CRAFTERS WELCOME!
Call 570-386-3724 for infomation
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Support Your Local Retailers & Dining Establishments Plan to Attend the Following Events! ASHLAND
September 3, 4 & 5 - Labor Day Weekend, Open House September 3 - Pride Day Eureka Park, 1:00 to 4:00pm Pride Day Parade, 7:00pm, Front & Centre Streets October 15 - Applefest, 11:00am to 4:00pm
FRACKVILLE
September 5 - Frackville Museum Grand Opening 1:00 to 4:00pm at the Frackville Community Building September 10 - Townwide Yard Sale October 1 - Pumpkin Festival
GIRARDVILLE
September 11 - 2nd Annual Town Tour September 17 - Town Wide Yard Sale
UPPER SCHUYLKILL
October 29 - Music Heritage Festival, Lakeside Ballroom
For more information, see our website
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BUSINESS CORNER: The Little Town That Can
by Liz Tolan USA Today recently reported that the Congressional Budget Office in its semiannual update of budget and economic data projected slow growth and high unemployment for years to come as a result of the financial crisis and recession. These projections were made in early July before our most recent market rollercoaster rides. There is no question that economic growth and recovery will remain a slow process, but in the Greater Hazleton Area, from what I’ve seen, businesses are taking chances on the economy and on each other, and growth continues to abound in our local area. There are two things, in my opinion, that are actions which should not be taken in these types of economic situations. First of all, now is NOT the time to bail on your investments or retirement plans. If necessary, don’t even open up those envelops showing your quarterly activity. These tidbits of information during times like these are not for the weak of stomach or faint of heart. I know sometimes it may feel like hunkering down while a tornado is blowing through, when all you want to do is bolt, but truly, the best thing you can do is stay the course and hang on. Another point which I feel is critical is that you should NOT STOP SPENDING. Keeping the cash in the mattress or in the shoebox under the bed is not going to help with economic recovery. To be sure, spending must be done with both wisdom and creativity, but in order for business to “pick up”, business must be done! I am encouraged (and I must say, a bit proud) when I visit with our clients and other organizations in our community and I see how throughout the area businesses are growing, changing, adding services, and investing in our area. And they’re not just spending on their own businesses either! They are donating time and services, and yes, hard to come by cash, to “not for profit” agencies and charities. You’ve got businesses like Damon’s who are forging ahead with renovations to bring additional value and enjoyment to their
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customers. Fairway on Church Street has the words, “excuse our dust, we’re expanding” on their electronic sign. And yes, our very own Lex Sloot just put up an amazing electronic sign on route 93. The Hollywood Diner and Sports Bar just built on an impressive patio for outdoor dining and socializing, and places like Bobby’s of New York are going full steam ahead in establishing their new eatery. Our Greater Hazleton Health Alliance is one of the best run healthcare providers that I’ve ever experienced, both in the U.S., and in the land of socialized medicine across the Border. The big boxes continue to come to our area as well. I caught on the news yet another new company, this one an on-line cigar distributor, was coming to CanDo. Hats off to our CanDo organization for bringing them in. At a recent Chamber Golf Outing, I was impressed, and delighted to see many of our clients at the hole that Panorama Media Group sponsored. These businesses are investing in their local chamber, who in turn are doing everything they can to help local business. That’s how you encourage local economic growth. Be a part of making it happen. It’s not just businesses that are doing more to make our community economically stable and vibrant. Ordinary people are volunteering their time and energy to help each other and families in the community. Volunteers are putting tremendous effort into raising funds to improve the conditions at local playgrounds and in support of sports programs. They are raising funds for food pantries, and for people they will never meet. For people who are right down the way, and for those who may have lost their way. For children and the elderly. Just look through the last few issues of Panorama, at all the local festivals and races. If we continue to work diligently, creatively, and passionately this town can and will survive this economic storm and continue to provide us all with a place to live, love, play, raise our families, run our businesses, and leave a better place for those who will follow us. Please email your questions, comments or suggestions for future Business Corner columns to liz@panoramapa.com. P
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Flaming Foliage Metric 5K/10K runs & 5K walk begin at 10:00 AM • Kids run begins at 9:00 AM Cycling – first rider out at 7:30 AM, last rider out at 10:00 AM.
Pumpkin Painting, Refreshments, Raffle Tickets, Grand Draw Prizes, Cook-Out, S’mores, Hot Chocolate, Hot Apple Cider and more! FREE Souve nir Squirre Kids Run Registration: $15.00. Ride & Run Fees are $20.00 ls fo r th e fi rst 500 Participate in any two or three events (mail registration) for $30.00 Registrants Sponsored by Register online www.seasonschange.us or mail form with payment to: Serento Gardens 145 W. Broad St. Second Floor, : ! Hazleton, PA 18201. Attn. Race Director. Please make checks payable to Serento Gardens. Race day registration will be held at the Race packet Pick Up Table from 7:30-8:30 am.
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SEARCH SOURCE 22nd Street Auto Center.................................. 42 2nd Street Deli................................................. 56 ABC Castle...................................................... 73 Action Glass Works.......................................... 40 AJ Limo........................................................... 71 All Phase Electrical Supply............................... 54 Alta Pizza......................................................... 60 Atty. Jordan Pecile............................................ 80 Bafile Family Chiropractic................................ 38 Bearly Used Kids' Stuff..................................... 72 Beltway Diner.................................................. 56 Berwick Hospital................................................ 5 Bigelow Law Firm, P.C....................................... 2 Billig-Helmes Insurance................................... 15 Blakeslee Animal Clinic.................................... 82 Bobby's of New York.......................................... 3 Bold Gold Media............................................. 90 Bonin, Frank Funeral Home............................ 14 Boscov's Optical............................................... 25 Brenner Recycling............................................ 52 Broyan's Farm Market...................................... 65 Burger's Farm................................................... 65 Calello's........................................................... 40 Caring Care...................................................... 24 Century 21 Bernstein Real Estate Co............... 16 Charles S. Snyder Inc....................................... 48 China Buffet.................................................... 59 Clayton Homes................................................ 54 Clean Force One.............................................. 51 Comfort Keepers.............................................. 20 Conyngham Builders........................................ 49 Core Fitness..................................................... 36 Country Folk Store, Inc................................... 76 Covered Wagon................................................ 51 CTC Manufacturing........................................ 14 D'Angola Construction.................................... 47 Damon's Grill.................................................... 4 David R. Cooper, M.D.................................... 95 Degenhart Chiropractic.................................... 19 De Jesus Family Chiropractic........................... 28 Della Croce Dental.......................................... 20 Delmonico Plumbing & Heating..................... 54 Deluca Auto Repair.......................................... 42 Demmergraphics.............................................. 11 Demsko Agency............................................... 48 Derm Dox........................................................ 22 Direct Maytag.................................................. 48 Divorce295...................................................... 11 Dr. Benz........................................................... 21 Dr. Frank Glushefski........................................ 28 Dr. Howard M. Ogin....................................... 35 Dr. Samuel Ghosh and Dr. Brazzo.................... 31 Dr. Terance Duffy.............................................. 4 Dragonfly Cafe................................................. 57 Dryfoos Insurance............................................ 86 DZINZ............................................................ 45 Earley-Polli Agency, Inc.................................... 71 Ec'clectibles...................................................... 19 Edward Jones Hazleton.................................... 79 Elks Lodge Hazleton........................................ 64 Empire Cleaners................................................. 8 Evanko Respiratory.......................................... 29
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