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Jimmy Fallon is in talks to host the Academy Awards.

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2012 LONDON OLYMPICS GABBY’S GOLDEN Known as “The Flying Squirrel,” Gabby Douglas won the women’s all-around title Thursday night, becoming the third straight American to win gymnastics’ biggest prize. It’s her second gold medal of the London Games. PAGE 1B

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County hotline set up

WHERE TO CALL Call the hotline at (570) 2703301 or email: Controller.Hotline@luzernecounty.org.

People may anonymously report waste, fraud or abuse. Written submissions will be accepted.

By JENNIFER LEARN-ANDES jandes@timesleader.com

Luzerne County government has a new hotline for residents to anonymously report suspected waste, fraud or abuse of county tax dollars County Controller Walter Griffith

created the hotline at (570) 270-3301, largely because the new county Accountability, Conduct and Ethics Commission won’t accept anonymous Griffith complaints.

Several other Pennsylvania counties already have similar hotlines, including one added in neighboring Lackawanna County last month.

“It’s important for people to have a vehicle to be able to tell their county officials if they see something that is wrong,” Griffith said, noting tipsters are welcome to provide contact information.

Citizens with valid information may keep quiet if they must divulge their identities because they’re afraid of retaliation, clashes with people involved or other repercusSee HOTLINE, Page 12A

ONE INJURED IN FIERY ROUTE 309 CRASH

Michael Phelps added to his medal collection with his first individual gold medal of the London Games, and handed Ryan Lochte a double disappointment on his rival’s final night in the pool. PAGE 1B

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irefighters work to put out a blaze that consumed a tractor-trailer after a two-vehicle crash Thursday afternoon on Route 309 in Wright Township. One man was injured in the crash involving the big rig and an SUV about 1/4mile north of the Building Blocks Learning Center. For the story, see Page 2A.

PRIMETIME SCHEDULE Swimming: gold medal finals in men’s 100m butterfly, men’s 50m freestyle, women’s 200m backstroke, women’s 800m freestyle.

Track and field: men’s shot put gold medal final.

Women’s Diving: springboard qualifying.

Women’s volleyball: U.S. vs.

Serbia.

Men’s gymnastics: trampoline gold medal final.

Middle Road resident applauds signs of safety State applies 25 mph road marking and will install stop sign at a key intersection.

By ANDREW M. SEDER aseder@timesleader.com

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Parts of Middle Road have been marked with painted 25 mph signs in an effort to control speed on the narrow thoroughfare.

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Eagle Scout returns his medal

Former Edwardsville resident among those returning awards in protest of no-gays policy.

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along the two-mile stretch, PennDOT painted big and bright “25 MPH” signs in white lettering onto the roadway and also fixed two collapsed storm drain grates that drivers swerved around, causing them to enter the opposing lane of traffic.

The agency also painted a crosswalk area across South Main Street near the school bus stop at Martin Street.

On Thursday, PennDOT announced it would install a stop sign at the intersection of Middle Road and Kosciuszko Street in

For 20 years, Donald Casterline has complained about speeding cars and trucks along South Main Street between Route 29 and the Nanticoke line, especially past his Lower Askam house.

Now the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is moving quickly to address his concerns.

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In the last 102 years, the Boy Scouts of America have handed out 2,043,375 Eagle Scout medals.

In the last two weeks, the flow has reversed, with many Eagle Scouts – including former Edwardsville resident Matthew Kerns – returning the awards in protest of BSA’s reaffirmation of its no-gays “I think policy.

“I got my Ea- that Boy gle Award in Scouts alMarch 2003, about a week ways before my 18th taught me birthday,” to accept Kerns said in a phone inter- people for view from his who they current home in Jacksonville, are and Fla. “It was a not disfantastic experience; I really criminate, enjoyed it.” to be inKerns credits the Boy Scouts clusive.” with teaching Matthew Kerns him a variety of Eagle Scout and former skills.

But Edwardsville when the resident Scouts announced on July 17 that a special committee had reviewed the ban on gay members and determined it should stand, Kerns, now 27, found that decision at odds with those old lessons.

“I think that Boy Scouts always taught me to accept people for who they are and not discriminate, to be inclusive,” Kerns said. “When they had an opportunity to live up to those ideals and didn’t, it’s really disappointing, and that was the impetus for returning my Eagle.”

Other than the ban on gays, Kerns has nothing but praise for the Scouts. He joined so early in life he can’t pinpoint it beyond See EAGLE, Page 12A

Detroit now a deadly dumping ground Acres of abandoned property have become the place to drop off bodies of the slain.

By COREY WILLIAMS Associated Press

DETROIT — From the street, the two decomposing bodies were nearly invisible, concealed in an overgrown lot alongside worn-out car tires and a moldy sofa. The teenagers had been shot, stripped to their under-

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They were just the latest victims of foul play whose remains went undiscovered for days after being hidden deep inside Detroit’s vast urban wilderness — a crumbling wasteland rarely visited by outsiders and infrequently patrolled by police.

Abandoned and neglected parts of the city are quickly becoming dumping grounds for the dead — at least a dozen bodies in 12 months’ time. And authorities

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acknowledge there’s little they can do.

“You can shoot a person, dump a body and it may just go unsolved” because of the time it may take for the corpse to be found, officer John Garner said.

The bodies have been purposely hidden or discarded in alleys, fields, vacant houses, abandoned garages and even a canal.

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Driver hurt in SUV, tractor-trailer crash

By STEVE MOCARSKY smocarsky@timesleader.com

WRIGHT TWP. – One man was injured in a Thursday afternoon tractor-trailer/SUV crash on state Route 309 about ¼-mile north of the Building Blocks Learning Center.

Jim Gray, the tractor-trailer

operator, said he was driving north on Route 309 at about 2:45 p.m. when the SUV, traveling south, veered into his lane, causing him to crash into an embankment.

The SUV sideswiped the tractor-trailer, Gray said. The cab of the truck caught fire shortly af-

Nanticoke names Shultz police chief The veteran officer will replace James Cheshinski, who died in June.

By STEVEN FONDO Times Leader Correspondent

NANTICOKE – City council voted unanimously on Wednesday night to approve the appointment of William Shultz as police chief to replace Chief James Cheshinski, who passed away in early June after a brief illness.

Shultz has been a police officer since 1974 and spent 10 years as chief of Plymouth Township police before joining Nanticoke’s department in 1990. He was second in command to Cheshinski for a number of years.

“I’m honored to be filling Chief Cheshinki’s shoes, and I hope to follow in his footsteps,” Shultz said. “I plan to continue to serve the city of Nanticoke and her residents to the best of my abilities.”

“Chief Shultz is the most qualified for the position,” said Mayor Joseph Dougherty. “He’s hardworking and a dedicated officer. I know he’ll make us proud.”

Council President Steve Duda said that with the appointment of Shultz, city officials hope to quickly address the understaffing of the department.

In other business: •Council voted unanimously to approve a $12,000 salary increase for recently appointed City Administrator Pam Heard.

Heard’s salary will now be $67,000.

Duda said the raise reflects Heard’s expanded duties in the aftermath of former City Administrator Holly Cirko’s departure.

•Council also voted unanimously to accept a bid of $488,987 from Pennsy Supply for a paving project along Hanover Street. City officials said work on the project will begin this month.

ter the crash because the fuel tank was shredded, Gray said.

Gray, 57, of Dunmore, said he was uninjured except for his left arm being “a little scorched.”

Gray wanted to help the other driver out of the SUV, but, because it was not on fire, he decided to wait for paramedics to

arrive rather than risk aggravating the man’s injuries.

The SUV driver suffered a large laceration of his left arm and possible leg injury, Gray said. Firefighters had to cut the roof off of the SUV – a Toyota 4Runner – to remove the driver.

Gray said the 20-year-old SUV

driver told him he veered into Gray’s lane while trying to get a wasp or other insect off his chest.

Traffic was backed up in both directions and the road was closed for several hours between Birk Drive and Brookfield Way.

One person reported hurt in Wilkes-Barre crash

BEAR CREEK TWP. – A new health plan approved by the Bear Creek Community Charter School Board of Trustees will allow employees to avoid many out-of-pocket costs while allowing the school to avoid a 31.75 percent premium increase, the school’s chief executive officer said Thursday.

The board approved a new flexchoice qualified high-deductible health plan from HealthAmerica with a $5,000 deductible for each employee, but the school will create a health reimbursement account equal to the deductible for employees to draw on to meet those out-of-pocket costs, said CEO Jim Smith. Despite the extra cost for the health reimbursement account, Smith said the school will avoid a premium in-

POLICE BLOTTER PITTSTON – A third person has been charged in connection with a burglary at the American Legion on Vine Street last month.

Donna Urban, 27, of Roosevelt Street, Edwardsville, was arraigned Thursday on charges of criminal solicitation of burglary and several counts of criminal conspiracy.

Police say Urban conspired with Brandi Balasavage, 26, of Scott Street, Wilkes-Barre, and Patrick Shanahan, 20, of East Noble Street, Nanticoke, to break into the bar on July 23.

According to an arrest affidavit, Shanahan told police Urban had contacted Balasavage and asked her if she “wanted to rob something.” Balasavage then contacted Shanahan, who agreed to take part in the crime.

Shanahan said Urban drove him and Balasavage to the American Legion and gave them a pry bar. The pair then broke into the bar, but fled after a burglar alarm sounded.

Shanahan told police Urban

crease that would have exceeded the budgeted amount by $46,000 and break even on its budgeted amount.

The trustees also hired new middle school math teacher Renee Novitski, effective Aug. 13, at a salary of $33,000. Board members had an opportunity to meet Novitski and pose questions regarding her experience, classroom technique and how she will ensure educational standards are met before approving the appointment.

In other matters, the board approved tuition reimbursement for staff members Ashley Wruble, Tammy Miller and Smith totaling $3,865, and a conference request for Smith and Miller to attend the Pennsylvania Coalition of Public Charter Schools state conference in Lancaster at a cost not to exceed $1,115. drove him from the scene. He was arrested several days later and charged with the burglary and other offenses. Balasavage was taken into custody that night after police found her in a wooded area behind the bar.

Urban was arraigned Thursday by District Judge Andrew Barilla and taken to the Luzerne County Correctional Facility for lack of $10,000 bail.

WILKES-BARRE – City police reported the following: • Shatel Lewis, of Glen Lyon, Newport Township, was charged with criminal mischief for allegedly smashing a woman’s car windows, police said.

The son of the car owner was sitting on his front porch at about 8 p.m. Wednesday when he saw Lewis get out of her vehicle with a white pipe and smashed the front and back window and cracked the windshield of his mother’s vehicle, which was parked at 411 Blackman St., police said.

• A resident at 253 Stanton St. reported on Wednesday that someone broke in and stole a Keltec 9 mm and a Walther 22-caliber long rifle.

DETAILS LOTTERY MIDDAY DRAWING DAILY NUMBER - 8-5-9 BIG 4 - 9-7-0-8 QUINTO – 9-7-2-3-3 TREASURE HUNT 04-06-09-10-21 NIGHTLY DRAWING DAILY NUMBER - 8-9-6 BIG 4 - 9-5-3-3 QUINTO - 0-4-7-9-4 CASH 5 08-12-34-36-42 MATCH 6 LOTTO 13-22-23-29-33-39 HARRISBURG – One player matched all five winning numbers drawn in Thursday’s “Pennsylvania Cash 5” game and will win a jackpot worth $502,726.50.

Lottery officials said 105 players matched four numbers and won $307.50 each; 4,078 players matched three numbers and won $13 each; and 52,437players matched two numbers and won $1 each.

One player matched all six winning numbers in Thursday’s “Pennsylvania Match 6 Lotto” and will win a jackpot worth $3,100,000.

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One person was transported to a hospital after a crash that occurred at about 4 p.m.

Wednesday on East Northampton Street in Wilkes-Barre. A police officer was reportedly involved in the crash, but further information was not immediately available. WilkesBarre fire, police and medics responded. Traffic was backed up as crews worked to clear the scene.

Bear Creek Charter board Fallon could get Oscars host gig approves new health plan

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Talks are ongoing to have Lorne Michaels produce the high-profile telecast.

MUNICIPAL BRIEFS WARRIOR RUN – The borough will be participating in an electronic recycling collection.

Residents who are interested in participating should have their items curbside on Aug. 10 by 8:30 a.m.

Only electronic items will be accepted, no air conditioners or large appliances.

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LOS ANGELES -- Comedian Jimmy Fallon is in talks to host the Oscars in February, with "Saturday Night Live" veteran Lorne Michaels producing, three people with knowledge of the discussions said.

ABC has raised objections to having the late-night star from rival NBC play emcee on its Oscar broadcast, these people said, but the network has no authority to veto the choice of host.

The show is put on by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, and Tom Sherak initiated the discussions before his term as academy president ended on Tuesday, according to the people who were not authorized to speak publicly.

A spokeswoman for the academy denied that talks with Fallon and Michaels were taking place.

Representatives for Fallon could not immediately be reached for comment.

Sherak, reached for comment Wednesday afternoon, said the academy’s Board of Governors gave him the authority two months ago to find a producer for the 2013 show. Sherak would not say whom he was talking to, but said he wasn’t able to complete a deal before his term was up. "I couldn’t meet that deadline, so I stopped all negotiations."

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ABC is owned by Disney, and Disney Chief Executive Bob Iger is said to be unhappy with the idea of showcasing Fallon, whose show competes with ABC’s late-night show featuring Jimmy Kimmel. Fallon and Kimmel are in a neck-and-neck competition for viewers.

Disney declined to comment.

The people briefed on the talks cautioned that they could still fall apart.

Although in the last few years the academy has primarily turned to film stars to host its biggest night, talk-show hosts such as Jon Stewart and David Letterman have hosted the telecast before. But Letterman took the Oscar stage in mid-1990s, before ABC had a late-night show of its own, and Stewart’s show airs on Comedy Central, a cable outlet with a smaller audience.

Fallon has experience as host of high-profile awards programs, headlining the 2010 Emmys, a show that was met with positive reviews.

The job of selecting an Oscar telecast producer usually falls to the academy president. Hawk Koch, who was elected to replace Sherak on Tuesday, said in interviews Wednesday that his first order of business was to find an Oscar show producer and that comedy was a priority. The producer usually selects the host.

Sherak, who recently led the academy in renegotiating its broadcast deal with ABC, said in early July that contractually, the network does not have veto power over whom the academy selects as producer or host. But he added that the relationship with ABC has improved over the years.

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LOCAL Medical college hires new top doc New president and dean comes from SUNY Upstate Medical University.

By ANDREW M. SEDER aseder@timesleader.com

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A race car is adorned with a pink ribbon in support of breast cancer research.

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Walk to aid breast cancer

walk around The Pocono RaceA way on Saturday will benefit the PA Breast Cancer Coalition.

Registration for the “Go Pink Track Walk” is required and starts at 8 a.m. at the coalition tent. The donation is $10, and a commemorative T-shirt comes with a $20 donation.

The walk is expected to begin at 5 p.m., and participants will gather a half hour before the start at the coalition tent near the middle/central area of the grandstands.

The coalition provides support and services to breast cancer survivors and their families throughout the state.

The coalition has partnered with Bill Martel Racing to promote breast cancer awareness and education at this weekend’s NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Pocono Mountain 125 and the Pennsylvania ARCA 125 presented by Menard’s.

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SCRANTON – The Commonwealth Medical College on Thursday announced its board of trustees has hired Dr. Steven J. Scheinman as president and dean.

He begins Sept. 10 and will become the second full-time dean – and fourth dean overall – of the 3-year-old medical school that recently saw its probationary status lifted by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education, the national accrediting body for medical schools.

Scheinman, 60, a native of Monticello, N.Y., is professor of medicine and pharmacology at SUNY Upstate Medical University and previously served as its senior vice president and dean of its college of medicine.

He has been on the faculty at Upstate for

nearly 30 years, during which time he served for 10 years as chief of the nephrology division in the department of medicine, where he doubled the size of the faculty and grew the diScheinman alysis program.

“After an extensive national search, Dr. Scheinman emerged as an exceptional leader with a strong and broad vision to advance the college’s educational, administrative, and research activities in exciting new ways,” board of trustees Chairman Louis DeNaples said in a release announcing the hiring.

“TCMC is extremely fortunate to have recruited a leader with Dr. Scheinman’s outstanding talents and breadth of experience in medical education. His character is consonant with TCMC’s mission and values,” the release said.

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thecontractisforfiveyears,butshedidnot disclose the terms.

“I am honored and excited to be asked to lead this outstanding institution. The mission and values of TCMC are remarkably strong and clear, and deeply appealing to me,” said Scheinman, who lives in Syracuse and is actively looking for a home locally.

“I am particularly excited to be taking the reins at this propitious time when the LCME has advanced TCMC to provisional accreditation and has approved expansion of class size to 100 students, and when we will be granting our first MD degrees this spring.”

Scheinman replaces interim president and dean Dr. Robert Wright, who replaced another interim president and dean, Dr. Margaret Nora. She replaced the school’s first president and dean, Dr. Robert M. D’Alessandri, after he stepped down without reason in April 2011. The search for his replacement has been ongoing ever since.

“Dr. Scheinman’s commitment to excellence is evident from his past accomplishments and leadership positions,” said Dr. Christian Adonizio, chairman of the search committee and assistant dean of clinical education.

The medical college, which opened in August 2009, announced layoffs last year, citing financial problems stemming from the $4 million drop in state funding, the estimated $120 million cost of the school’s permanent building that opened last fall and a drop in donations.

As the school worked out cost-cutting moves, it also tried to work out an affiliation agreement with The University of Scranton. The two sides scrapped affiliation talks earlier this year.

Citing financial issues, the school was placed on probation by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education last summer.

That status was changed to provisional accreditation, the next step in the full accreditation process.

New president and CEO seeks stronger partnerships as demands grow and government aid lessens

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Lupas arraignment set

A federal judge has scheduled the arraignment of attorney Anthony Lupas on charges he stole more than $6 million through a bogus investment scheme for Aug. 8.

A federal grand jury on Tuesday issued a second indictment against Lupas, charging him with 29 counts of mail fraud and two counts of conspiracy. He was Lupas initially charged in March with one count of mail fraud.

Prosecutors say Lupas, 77, of Plains Township, defrauded eight people by falsely portraying he had invested their money in a trust account. In reality there were no trust accounts and he diverted the money for his personal use.

Lupas will be arraigned on the new charges at 11:30 a.m. before U.S. District Magistrate Malachy Mannion in federal court in Wilkes-Barre.

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Street paving continues

Milling and paving work will begin today on North Main Street between Butler Street and Kulp Street as well as on O’Neill Avenue between North River Street and North Main Street.

WASHINGTON

Aid for home losses

U.S. Sen. Bob Casey, D-Scranton, says Pennsylvanians who may have wrongfully lost their homes could qualify for financial compensation via the Independent Foreclosure Review process. The program is set to expire in Sept. 30.

There are potentially 100,000 Pennsylvanians who Casey could be eligible for review, which could result in compensation up to $125,000 if they lost their homes due to unscrupulous foreclosure practices by banks.

With the program set to expire, only 4.6 percent of eligible Pennsylvanians have taken advantage of the Independent Foreclosure Review process.

Difficulties in the housing market caused a wave of foreclosures across the country, but investigations have since revealed that many Americans saw their homes improperly foreclosed upon.

Corelogic tracked foreclosure data by county and found that in December 2010 alone a large number of state homeowners faced foreclosure, including 1,017 in Luzerne County.

2 men charged in W-B stabbing

Eric Williams, 20, and Erik Steadle, 21, both of Wilkes-Barre, are charged.

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Bill Jones, president/chief executive officer of the United Way of Wyoming Valley, opens the 2012 campaign with a breakfast at King’s College. The organization’s goal is to raise $4.4 million, up 10 percent from last year.

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continue to build stronger partnerships and deeper relationships with the companies of the Wyoming Valley so we can continue to support those in need,” Jones said. “Last year, more than 40,000 people were helped in one way or another by a United Way member agency – that’s one in seven Wyoming Valley residents.”

Recognizing the critical situation, Jones announced an ambitious 2012 goal – he wants

WILKES-BARRE – Embarking on his first community campaign as president/chief executive officer for the United Way of Wyoming Valley, Bill Jones knows the importance of building partnerships.

Jones hosted the agency’s Chief Executive Officer and Employee Campaign Coordinator Breakfast on Thursday, stressing the need for a successful fundraiser.

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U N I T E D W AY F O O D D R I V E ❏ The United Way’s Christmas in July Food Drive collected 70,770 pounds of food for local individuals and families in need. The drive pitted local businesses and organizations in competition to see which could collect the most food. Monetary donations were also accepted and credited toward each group’s total at 2 pounds per dollar. ❏ Sallie Mae, Hanover Township, was the overall winner, raising 27,874 pounds of food. ❏ GUARD Insurance Group, Wilkes-Barre, was the per capita

winner, donating an average of 87 pounds of food for each of its employees. ❏ The total collection failed to reach the United Way’s goal of 100,000 pounds, but surpassed last year’s total by 3,146 pounds, Communications Director John Winslow said. ❏ The collected foods will be distributed to area food banks, homeless shelters, soup kitchens, day care centers, homes for the disabled and senior citizen programs.

Judge asks sisters to work out dispute over eatery At issue is the name of Vesuvio Restaurant of Wilkes-Barre.

By SHEENA DELAZIO sdelazio@timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE – A Luzerne County judge on Thursday urged sisters involved in a “family dispute” over their business’s name to come to a resolution without his help.

Judge William Amesbury heard arguments from attorneys involved in the case in which three sisters, Adriana Jones of Alabama, Rosanna Ayers of Hazleton and Annuziata Gussen of New Jersey allege their fourth sister, Sofia Renaud, “hijacked” their company name, Vesuvio Restaurant and Pizzeria Inc. They contend she did not tell them of plans to open a new restaurant in WilkesBarre at the former site of Gonda’s Restaurant on North Main Street.

Amesbury said he would rather the case come to a resolution through discussion

than have the court system intervene and waste time and money.

An attorney for Renaud, Stephen Seach, argued the suit should be dismissed because damages the sisters allege against Renaud are not specific.

Walter Grabowski, an attorney for the three sisters, argued there are several wrongs that attribute to damages against Renaud, including a possibility of lost profits, use of a slogan and name and the possibility of having to fix signage, gift certificates and other business-related matters.

Amesbury said he would take all arguments into consideration and make a ruling by next week.

The suit, filed in April, says the original Vesuvio restaurant was opened in 1975 on North Wyoming Street in Hazleton by the sisters’ parents, Renato and Filippa Castagliola.

After their father’s death, each daughter owned 25 percent of the company and Renaud was the “de facto” president, but re-

moved as president and director in March.

In 2006, Renaud and her husband, John Joseph Renaud, opened Vesuvio’s Pizzeria and Ristorante in Drums, under their company name, Avanti of Drums Inc., after the sisters gave consent to use the name for five years if Renaud promised she would not open any other restaurants.

A third restaurant was opened late this spring in Wilkes-Barre by Renaud and her sons, Donald and James Sabatino, who are also shareholders in the Avanti business.

That restaurant is called Vesuvio’s Ristorante.

The suit alleges Renaud “hijacked” the Vesuvio identity “through a course of wrongful and deceptive conduct designed to mislead the public into believing that the Drums restaurant and Hazleton restaurant are under common ownership.”

Renaud’s attorney argued that if the sisters had given Renaud permission to use the name for the Drums store, they should not be suing her for that establishment.

WILKES-BARRE – Two men were charged Thursday with stabbing a man at the Sherman Hills housing project Wednesday night.

Eric Williams, 20, of East Chestnut Street, Wilkes-Barre, and Erik Steadle, 21, of North Empire Court, Wilkes-Barre, were arraigned Thursday on charges of aggravated and simple assault, terroristic threats, recklessly endangering another person and several other offenses.

Police said the victim, Joel Steinruck, got into a confrontation with Steadle after he asked Steadle to leave his apartment.

Steadle struck Steinruck with a bottle and fled.

A short time later, Steadle returned to the apartment with Williams, who used a lawn chair to smash the rear sliding glass door to Steinruck’s apartment. Steinruck chased the men from the residence and they fled, vowing to return with a knife.

Steadle and Williams returned about five minutes later.

Steinruck confronted them outside the apartment and was stabbed twice by Williams, who then ran off. Steadle then took the knife and stabbed Steinruck.

As Steinruck was being treated at the scene, a city police officer noticed two men looking out of a window of a nearby apartment in the complex. A blood trail led to the apartment. Steinruck identified the men as the persons who assaulted him.

The case is the third incidence of violence to occur at a Luzerne County housing project in this week.

On Sunday, two men were shot near the entrance to the Hanover Village complex on East Division Street in Hanover Township. On Tuesday, a woman was shot in the leg at the Valley View High Rise on High Street. No arrests have been made in either of those cases.

Williams and Steadle were arraigned by District Judge Andrew Barilla. Each was remanded to the Luzerne County Correctional Facility for lack of $30,000 straight bail.

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By BILL O’BOYLE boboyle@timesleader.com

HERSHEY – Two Luzerne County students are in a select group of 44 teenagers from across Pennsylvania learning about state police operations and government through the annual Commissioner’s Honors Camp, being held this week at the State Police Academy in Hershey.

Michael Dubinski of Hanover Township and Dante Zurenda of Dallas are among the cadets ages 13-18 selected from among more than1,500 boys and girls who par-

ticipated in local Camp Cadet programs last summer.

“This is a great opportunity for our troopers to build solid personal and professional relationships with outstanding young people,” said State Police Commissioner Frank Noonan. “The local Camp Cadet programs give young people a positive attitude toward the law enforcement profession through exposure to the criminal justice system from a police cadet’s point of view. The Honor Camp is designed to build leadership qualities and to teach the youngsters more about the Department and state government.”

Sgt. Robert E. Bemis, supervisor, Advanced/Regional Training Section for the Pennsylvania

State Police Bureau of Training and Education, said the cadets are selected by their respective local camps -- 26 across the state.

“The selection criteria varies, but we ask the local camps to only select the ‘best of the best’ to send to us,” Bemis said.

Dubinski, 16, is entering his junior year at Holy Redeemer High School where he is on the swimming team. Zurenda, 16, will be a junior at Dallas High School.

Their mothers – Darlene Dubinski and Sharon Zurenda – gushed with pride when talking about their boys.

Darlene Dubinski said her son hopes to attend West Point or the U.S. Naval Academy.

“All he wants to do is serve his country,” she said. “He’s very

Hanover man faces trial in drug case

Previously the judge had suppressed evidence in the 2010 incident.

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WILKES-BARRE – A Hanover Township man will stand trial in October on several drugrelated charges, a Luzerne County judge said Thursday, even after the state Superior Court upheld the judge’s earlier suppression of all evidence in the case.

Robert Savage, 56, of West Division Street, was scheduled to stand trial on Oct. 9 by Judge Tina Polachek Gartley on nine charges, including possession with intent to deliver and possession of a controlled substance.

Savage was charged after a March 2010 traffic stop in Hanover Township, where police say they found several bottles of pills that Savage said he had been selling for about five years.

In an August 2010 filing, Savage’s attorney, Joseph Sklarosky Sr., asked a judge to suppress all evidence in the case because the arrest was made without a valid warrant, probable cause and reasonable grounds that Savage committed a crime.

Sklarosky also said his client made several incriminating statements to police, and Sav-

POLICE BLOTTER WILKES-BARRE – City police reported the following: • A witness reported on July 26 that while he was walking near 193 S. Welles St. just before 9 p.m. with Robert Montigney, of South Welles Street, a male he knows as “Shawn” grabbed Montigney from behind and began choking him.

WILKES-BARRE – Albano Dasilva, 43, of George Avenue, Wilkes-Barre, was charged Thursday with retail theft after employees at Schiels Market allegedly witnessed him leave the store with eight steaks without paying for them.

Police said Dasilva left the store and disposed of the meat behind the building. He then

age was not advised of his Miranda rights.

Prosecutors said Savage made comments voluntarily and that police made a legal traffic stop when an officer saw Savage allegedly hiding a container.

In a ruling by Polachek Gartley, the judge said the officer who stopped Savage did not have “reasonable suspicion” that criminal activity was occurring and testimony at a hearing did not support that enough probable cause existed to link any containers to criminal activity.

The judge granted Sklarosky’s request and suppressed all evidence in the case.

Prosecutors appealed Polachek Gartley’s decision to the state Superior Court in April 2011, and the high court upheld the judge’s ruling in June 2012.

The court cited testimony from the Hanover Township police officer, who said he stopped Savage’s vehicle because he had crossed over the double line in the roadway for about 40 feet.

“Based on a mere traffic infraction, occurring for such a short distance and short period of time, an objectively reasonable police officer would not have reasonably suspected criminal activity … ,” the court wrote.

All evidence, including any statements Savage made, the court said, were properly suppressed. re-entered the store and was confronted by store employees.

He became combative and had to be restrained, police said.

Dasilva was arraigned Thursday before District Magistrate Judge Andrew Barilla and sent to the Luzerne County Correctional Facility for lack of $5,000 straight bail.

EXETER – The State Police Bureau of Liquor Control Enforcement recently cited Nak’s

By The Tracks of Penn Avenue, Exeter, for an alleged loud speaker and entertainment violation.

According to press release, on June 8 the establishment allegedly permitted a loud speaker that could be heard outside the premises and also permitted a singer to perform without an amusement permit.

committed to what he wants to do. I’m sure he’s schmoozing everybody in Hershey to help him down the road.”

Dubinski said she and her husband, Joe, are very proud of their son, as are Sharon and Donald Zurenda are of their son, Dante.

“He plans to attend the University of Arizona and its ROTC program,” Sharon Zurenda said.

“And then he wants to join the military – he’s talking the U.S. Marine Corps.”

Zurenda said her son’s goal was to be selected for the Honors Camp.

“We’re very lonely without him around,” she said. “But we’re very proud. This was his goal and he’s been looking forward to it since he was notified.”

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aphira Labar, 2, of Mountain Top, hurries with a very leaky bucket on a warm Wednesday to dump water into a hole she made in the sand on the beach at the swimming hole at Fairview Township Park. The park will be one of the cool places to be as temperatures in the days ahead stay in the 80s and 90s, according to forecasts.

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Dante Zurenda, left, and Michael Dubinski were chosen for the state police Commissioner’s Honors Camp being held this week.

The camp includes team problem-solving activities and sports, as well as a visit to the Capitol, state police headquarters and the governor’s residence.

The Honor Camp, created

COURT BRIEFS WILKES-BARRE – A federal jury on Wednesday determined a state police trooper did not use excessive force when he fired a Taser gun into a woman who was threatening suicide.

Jennifer Works of Factoryville filed suit in 2010 against Trooper Joseph Breck, alleging Breck violated her civil rights when he shot her with a Taser outside a house in Tunkhannock on July 25, 2008.

According to the lawsuit filed by attorney Shelley Centini, Works was visiting friends when she made comments that made them concerned for her well being. Works tried to leave the home, prompting the friends to call police.

Breck, a trooper in the Tunkhannock barracks, tried to restrain Works, but she refused his orders to stop. He then fired two Taser darts into her.

The lawsuit alleged Works was subjected to unlawful seizure because she had not committed any crime, and Breck failed to try other, less violent measures.

In a pre-trial brief, Breck’s attorney, Jessica Davis of the state Office of Attorney General, said Breck tried to physically restrain Works, but she broke free from him and ran toward a roadway. Breck ordered her to stop, but she did not comply. He then fired the Taser to prevent him from running into the road and

more than a decade ago as a reward for the top two cadets from each local program, continues through Saturday, ending with a graduation ceremony at the State Police Academy in Hershey. committing suicide.

A jury heard testimony in federal court in Wilkes-Barre for three days before rendering its verdict in favor of Breck.

WRIGHT TWP. – A district judge heard testimony and will issue a ruling at a later date in the case of a Mountain Top man who is charged with sexually abusing a female over many years. Wesley John Bouika, 57, of Viero Drive, was charged April with rape, involuntary deviate sexual intercourse and other offenses after a woman, now 34, came forward to report she had been sexually abused by Bouika as a child into adulthood.

According to an arrest affidavit, the woman contacted police in February and alleged Bouika began sexually assaulting her when she was age 10.

Bouika exerted a level of financial control over her and, in the ensuing years, would coerce her into having sex.

The abuse continued intermittently up until 2011, when the woman sought counseling and disclosed the abuse to a counselor.

Frank Nocito, Bouika’s attorney, said he denies the allegations.

Bouika appeared Thursday at a preliminary hearing before District Judge Judge Ronald Swank. Swank took the case under advisement and will issue a ruling at a later date on whether there is sufficient evidence to bind the case over for trial in Luzerne County Court.

Sugar Notch plans paving, demolition of home The council enacts a $50 penalty for paying the garbage fee late.

By SUSAN BETTINGER Times Leader Correspondent

SUGAR NOTCH – Borough council passed a motion on the distribution of the borough’s 2013 block grant.

Officials said $50,000 will be used to repave and repair the road area at rear Main and Brook streets. The remaining $25,000 will be used to raze the abandoned Stooley house on Hill Street.

Council also decided to keep the garbage pickup fee at $220 per res-

ident and $315 per business. The fees will remain intact for the next five years, the duration of the contract with Mascaro and Sons.

Also passed was a late charge of $50 for any garbage fee collected between Jan. 15 and Jan. 31. After that, the account will be sent to a collection agency.

In other matters: •Police Chief Chris Pelchar said his personal dog, Diesel, will not be able to complete his K-9 training.

“He is fine physically, but not emotionally able to continue,” said Pelchar.

Paul Price of the NEPA Police K-9 Academy has acquired a replacement for Diesel, Mason, a 2-

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year-old German shepherd imported from Germany. Mason will be ready for patrol around the beginning of October.

•Councilman Mario Fiorucci said executive sessions must not be conducted “as though they didn’t exist.” Fiorucci said there must be a record kept of the time and place of the meeting, who was present, etc. Fiorucci said he confirmed these requirements with Harrisburg. He also said some boroughs don’t make this information public but still have a record available for legal purposes.

•Councilwoman Regina Fil-

lman said she will contact the state Environmental Protection Agency about the noise coming from Hanover Industrial Park’s Medico Industries. Fillman said she has contacted Medico twice, with no response.

Council President Yvonne Pelchar also said she contacted the company more than once, and also received no response.

• Councilman Henry Mleczynski announced that $10,538 in delinquent sewer payments have been collected under the borough’s delinquent sewer bills amnesty program.

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Annan quits Syrian role

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One big final resting place

Villagers on Thursday bury a dead wild Asiatic male elephant that was killed after being hit by a train in Kurkuria village about 30 miles east of Gauhati, India.

WASHINGTON

Mishap a not-so-near miss

GENEVA — Frustrated by Syria’s escalating civil war, Kofi Annan announced Thursday that he will quit his high-profile role as special envoy to the country at the end of the month, giving reasons that amounted to scathing criticism of world powers’ failure to unite to stop the chaos in the Arab state.

He also asserted that Syrian President Bashar Assad must leave office for the good of his country.

Meanwhile, Syrian rebels on Thursday bombarded a military air base in Aleppo using a tank captured from government troops as activists reported the regime has launched new raids against opposition fighters near the capital Damascus, killing dozens.

Annan told reporters that when he accepted the job, “which some called ‘Mission Impossible,”’ he wanted to help the international community, led by the U.N. Security Council, find a peaceful solution to the crisis. The goal was to stop the killings of civilians and human rights abuses,

as well as to place Syria on a path toward political transition.

“The severity of the humanitarian costs of the conflict, and the exceptional threats posed by this crisis to international peace and security, justified the attempts to secure a peaceful transition to a political settlement, however daunting the challenge,” Annan said.

But the former U.N. secretary-general told reporters that he cannot go on when the New York-based, 15-nation Security Council doesn’t fully back him, particularly because of the stalemate between its five veto-wielding members: Russia and China on one side, the United States, Britain and France on the other.

“Things fell apart in New York,” he summed up. “The increasing militarization on the ground (in Syria) and the clear lack of unity in the Security Council have fundamentally changed the circumstances for the effective exercise of my role.”

Annan was named the U.N.-Arab League envoy to Syria in February.

Poll: 33% feel sanctions appropriate and 14% say they’re not tough enough.

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Kofi Annan speaks during a press briefing Thursday at the European headquarters of the United Nations in Geneva, Switzerland.

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ton was ever on course to collide headon with the others, federal officials said Thursday.

During a news conference, U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood strongly disputed media reports characterizing the incident as a near-miss.

“At no point were the three aircraft on a head-to-head course. They were not on a collision course,” said Michael Huerta, administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration.

The incident happened Tuesday because of a miscommunication between a manager at Potomac Consolidated Terminal Radar Approach Control and two traffic management coordinators at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, Huerta said.

The mishap happened at a time when traffic controllers had been changing the direction planes were landing and taking off at the airport because of bad weather including several thunderstorms, the closest about six miles south.

WASHINGTON

Panel OKs green tax breaks The Senate’s tax-writing panel voted to renew dozens of tax breaks for businesses like biodiesel and wind energy producers, even as the GOP-controlled House trumpeted symbolic legislation to erase them and create a new tax code with lower rates and fewer special-interest tax breaks.

The $200 billion-plus package was approved by the Senate Finance Committee Thursday on a bipartisan 19-5 vote. It was anchored by a two-year provision to protect middle- and upperincome taxpayers from being hit by the alternative minimum tax, shielding them from higher levies originally meant to prevent the rich from escaping taxes altogether.

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Lawyers clash on voter ID Lawyers trying to prevent Pennsylvania’s new voter-identification law from taking effect in the Nov. 6 election argued Thursday the law will disenfranchise voters and cause chaos at the polls, while state attorneys said any major problems should be ironed out

by Election Day. Commonwealth Court Judge Robert Simpson said he would issue his ruling during the week of Aug. 13.

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Cards may fetch $500,000 The discovery of century-old baseball cards in an Ohio attic isn’t going to make anyone super-rich even though it’s being called one of the most exciting finds in the history of sports card collecting. That’s because the cards and the money are being evenly divided among 20 cousins.

A sampling of the treasure trove that had been untouched for 100 years will be sold Thursday night during the National Sports Collectors Convention in Baltimore. The 37 baseball cards featuring the likes of Hall of Famers Ty Cobb, Cy Young and Honus Wagner are expected to fetch around $500,000.

What made this find so special was that the 700 cards were nearly pristine, the finest examples anyone had ever seen from an extremely rare series given out with candy around 1910.

The Wagner card alone is expected to bring over $200,000.

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ID thieves pick billions from pockets of the IRS Fraudulent returns for 2011 bilk gov’t of $5 billion. Another $21 billion could be lost over next five years.

By JOSH LEDERMAN Associated Press

WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service may have delivered more than $5 billion in refund checks to identity thieves who filed fraudulent tax returns for 2011, Treasury Department investigators said Thursday. They estimate another $21 billion could make its way to ID thieves’ pockets over the next five years.

The IRS is detecting far fewer fraudulent tax refund claims than actually oc-

cur, according to a government audit that warned the widespread problem could undermine public trust in the U.S. tax system. Although the IRS detected about 940,000 fraudulent returns for last year claiming $6.5 billion in refunds, there were potentially another 1.5 million undetected cases of thieves seeking refunds after assuming the identity of a dead person, child or someone else who normally wouldn’t file a tax return.

In one example, investigators found a single address in Lansing, Mich., that was used to file 2,137 separate tax returns. The IRS issued more than $3.3 million in refunds to that address. Three addresses in Florida, the epicenter of the identity theft crisis, filed more than 500 returns totaling more than $1 million in refunds for each address.

44% say sanctions vs. PSU too much

In another troubling scenario, hundreds of refunds were deposited into the same bank account — a red flag for investigators searching for ID thieves who may be filing for refunds for multiple people. In one instance, the IRS deposited 590 refunds totaling more than $900,000 into one account.

“We found multiple reasons for the IRS’s inability to detect billions of dollars in fraud,” J. Russell George, the Treasury Department’s inspector general for tax administration, in a statement. “At a time when every dollar counts, these results are extremely troubling.”

Topping the list of concerns is the IRS’s lack of timely access to third-party information it needs to verify returns and root out fraud.

STATE COLLEGE — The NCAA’s imposition of crippling sanctions against Penn State has provoked something of a backlash in Pennsylvania, where more than four in 10 adults say the governing body punished the school too severely over its handling of the Jerry Sandusky scandal, according to a new poll.

Forty-four percent of Pennsylvania adults view the NCAA penalties as too severe, 33 percent call them appropriate and 14 percent say they’re not tough enough, according to a Quinnipiac University/CBS News/ New York Times poll released Thursday.

Opposition to the NCAA sanctions rose above 50 percent among Pennsylvania residents with Penn State ties.

“The NCAA smackdown of Penn State goes too far, most Nittany Lions lovers feel,” Tim Malloy, assistant director of the Quinnipiac University Polling Institute, said in a statement.

The same poll found that 60 percent of Pennsylvania adults say that major colleges and universities should place less importance on their athletic programs.

The NCAA fined Penn State $60 million, imposed a multiyear bowl ban, invalidated 112 wins and took away future scholarships in the wake of a report by former FBI Director Louis Freeh that accused late coach Joe Paterno and top administrators of concealing child sex abuse allegations against Sandusky more than a decade ago.

The retired defensive coordinator was convicted in June of molesting 10 boys, some of them on campus.

He awaits sentencing.

The unprecedented NCAA penalties have stirred an outcry among some Penn State alumni who say they were based on a flawed report by Freeh.

An alumni group formed in the wake of the scandal is exploring a court challenge, although its legal standing isn’t clear.

The university leadership, which acquiesced to the penalties, has said the alternative would have been a complete ban on playing games.

The Quinnipiac poll of 1,494 people was taken July 24-30 and has a margin of error of plus or minus 2.5 percentage points.

On Wednesday, a lawyer for Sandusky said the ex-coach is distraught over the NCAA penalties issued to Penn State’s football program for the school’s handling of his child sexual abuse scandal and maintains his innocence as he awaits sentencing.

European Central Bank chief’s moves fail to impress Expectations that Mario Draghi would deal with Euro financial crisis not met.

By CAROL J. WILLIAMS Los Angeles Times (MCT)

European Central Bank chief Mario Draghi vowed Thursday that the euro common currency is “irreversible,” but the bank’s decision to not ease borrowing costs for heavily indebted Eurozone members such as Spain and Italy drove markets into renewed turmoil.

Draghi had raised expectations that the central bank would act to reassure investors that the euro is a safe bet when he said last week that his institution would “do whatever it

takes” to protect the common currency from bond market speculation.

Amid persistent recession in most of its member nations and unsustainable borrowing costs for those already saddled with massive debts, the European Central Bank had been expected by investors and the troubled euro users to cut the interest rate or channel low-interest loans to member governments through a euro bailout fund.

At a news conference following a meeting of the ECB’s governing council, Draghi said the bank officials acknowledged that “ongoing tensions in financial markets and heightened uncertainty” were damaging confidence in the common currency.

He said strangling bond yields

buy up government bonds if and when the borrowing rates pose a threat to the currency’s viability.

“Within its mandate to maintain price stability over the medium term and in observance of its independence in determining monetary policy, (the ECB) may undertake outright open market operations of a size adequate to reach its objective,” Draghi said of the bank’s willingness to intervene in a crisis.

But the assurances failed to move investors. Interest rates on AP PHOTO Italian 10-year bonds rose above 6 percent again, after a weeklong President of European Central Bank Mario Draghi addresses retreat following Draghi’s confithe media Thursday in Frankfurt, Germany. dent declaration of ECB comdemanded by lenders were the ception that must be dispelled. mitment. European stocks also “The euro is irreversible,” he declined, as did the euro against result of “fears of the reversibility of the euro,” which he proclaimed, adding that the the U.S. dollar and the Japanese deemed unacceptable and a per- bank was prepared to step in and yen.

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President and Republican opponent hit battleground states to sway undecided voters

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President Barack Obama greets people outside Lechonera El Barrio, a local restaurant in Orlando, Fla., on Thursday.

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Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney campaigns in Golden, Colo., on Thursday.

Obama, Romney trade barbs on economy

By STEVE PEOPLES and JIM KUHNHENN Associated Press

GOLDEN, Colo. — Mitt Romney promised Thursday that his economic program will create 12 million new jobs in the next four years, and likened President Barack Obama to a “dog trying to chase its tail” when it comes to strengthening the sluggish recovery.

Firing back instantly, Obama said his rival favors “trickle-down fairy dust” that has failed to fix the economy in the past, and unleashed a new television ad with a scathing summation of Romney’s tax plans: “He pays less. You pay more.”

The two men campaigned in battleground states hundreds of miles apart, the incumbent in Florida, his challenger in Colorado, both on a mission to convert undecided voters to their side in a race dominated by the economy.

For Romney, the day meant a return to domestic campaigning after a weeklong overseas trip. Aides say he intends to disclose a vice presidential pick before the Republican National Convention opens on Aug. 27 in Tampa, but the former Massachusetts governor gave no indication during the day that he has made a decision.

Instead, he unveiled what aides called

Romney’s plan for more jobs and more take-home pay, coupled with a self-generated report card that said Massachusetts enjoyed better economic times when he was governor than the nation has under Obama.

In remarks in Golden, Colo., he said his economic policies would lead to creation of 12 million jobs over the first four years, and help make North America energy-independent, a pledge that aides said included Canada and Mexico as well as the United States.

Romney pledged expanded international trade, particularly with Latin America, and vowed to confront China over its own policies. “I’m finally going to sit down with the Chinese and they’re going to understand that if they cheat there are going to be consequences, because we’re not going to let them walk all over us,” the former Massachusetts governor said.

He said he would help small-business owners, improve the education system and cut spending to reduce the deficit, but he offered relatively few specifics.

Romney has previously he wants to extend the tax cuts due to expire on Dec. 31 and grant a new 20 percent cut in tax rates in addition to stimulate growth. He has al-

so said he will reverse some of Obama’s proposed defense cuts, and simultaneously reduce spending on other programs in a way that deficits would gradually subside.

But he has so far refused to identify which existing tax breaks he would curtail to accomplish his goals, and generally avoided naming individual programs he wants to cut or eliminate.

In his remarks during the day, Romney said he wants federal education funds that aid the disadvantaged and disabled to be tied to the student rather than flow to school districts, as is now the case. But he did not specify how much he would cut from them to achieve his goal of reducing federal deficits.

He also criticized Obama for signing legislation that cut $500 billion from Medicare over a decade. But he didn’t say whether he would restore the funds, and he has spoken favorably in the past of a Housepassed budget that left the reductions in place.

Obama and other Democrats support extending existing tax cuts except for individuals making more than $200,000 a year and couples with incomes over $250,000 — and their disagreement with Romney and the Republicans on this point has

emerged as arguably the most fundamental one of the campaign.

It’s an argument that Obama seems eager to have — using campaign appearances and paid television advertising to do so.

For the second day in a row, Obama cited a study by the nonpartisan Tax Policy Center that says Romney and other millionaires would receive a tax cut of approximately $250,000 a year if the former Massachusetts governor gets his way.

“This analysis also found that if Gov. Romney wants to keep his word” about reducing deficits, “the average middle-class family with children would be stuck with a tax increase of more than $2,000,” he added.

The president’s new campaign ad was delivering the same highly personalized message. It says that Romney has paid a lower proportion of his income in taxes than many people of lesser means and adds: “He pays less, you pay more,” the ad says.

Romney too rolled out a new ad, giving a less-than-warm welcome to Obama on a day Air Force One touched down in Florida.

“Barack Obama: What a disappointment,” it says.

WILKES-BARRE – Two men have been charged with operating a “chop shop” after police said they discovered numerous motor vehicle parts stored in a garage the men were renting.

Michael Anthony Laury, 34, last known address of Madison Street, and Justin Ganoe, no address available, were charged Wednesday with one count each of operating a chop shop and conspiracy and three counts of receiving stolen property.

According an arrest affidavit, the case, which was investigated by the Pennsylvania State Police Central Auto Theft Task Force, began after Jade Perrillo, owner of Jadens’ Auto Sales in Plains Township, reported numerous items were stolen in a burglary in January.

Perrillo obtained information that some of the items, which included specialized tire rims, were being stored at a rented garage on Pittston Boulevard in Bear Creek Township that was rented by Laury and Ganoe.

The garage’s owner, Francis Libertoski, permitted Perrillo to enter the garage and inspect the items, which Perrillo confirmed belonged to him. Libertoski then contacted state police, who obtained a search warrant.

Police found a total of 54 stolen items, including rims, power tools, vehicle parts, tires, heaters and power washers. Also recovered were a 1996 Chevrolet Blazer and a 1996 Kawasaki Ninja motorcycle that had been reported stolen.

Maury was arraigned Wednesday by District Judge Andrew Barilla and sent to the Luzerne County Correctional Facility on $10,000 bail. Ganoe is not yet in custody.

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JOSEPH C. MONTEL, of Wilkes-Barre, died Thursday morning, August 2, 2012, in the Veteran Affairs Medical Center, Plains Township.

Military Funeral arrangements are pending from the Lehman Family Funeral Service Inc., 689 Hazle Ave., Wilkes-Barre.

For more information or to send the family condolences, visit the funeral home website at www.lehmanfuneralhome.com.

WILLIAM “NIK” ALLEN, 57, of Springbrook Township, passed away Thursday, August 2, 2012, at Scranton Health Care Center, Scranton.

Funeral arrangements are pending Kiesinger Funeral Services Inc., 255 McAlpine St., Duryea.

JERRY LANDSFELD, 57, of Swoyersville, passed away Wednesday, August 1, 2012, in Commonwealth Hospice inside St Luke’s Villa, Wilkes-Barre.

Funeral arrangements are pending from Williams-Hagen Funeral Home Inc., 114 W. Main St., Plymouth.

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St. Mary’s Hospice House, Bogart, Ga. Born September 30, 1919, in Wilkes-Barre, he was a son of the late John and Mary Broody Azain.

He graduated from Elmer L. Meyers High School, Class of1938.

He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the Army Signal Corps and stationed in Puerto Rico. He worked for the U.S. Postal Service in Kingston until his retirement in 1979. He was a lifelong member of St. Mary Antiochian Orthodox Church and also Father Nahas Senior Citizens.

Joe enjoyed gardening in his earlier years. He was an avid sports fan and particularly enjoyed attending local high school and college basketball games, as well as watching college football and Atlanta Braves baseball.

He was preceded in death by his wife, the former Mary Conway; brothers, Abraham, Nicholas, George, Leo and Jacob; sisters, Lorrain Azain, Helen Hewitt and Martha Moses.

He is survived by his son, Michael, and his wife, Linda, Watkinsville, Ga.; granddaughters, Katherine Azain, Charlotte, N.C., and Sarah Azain, Watkinsville; numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held Monday at 11 a.m. from Mamary-Durkin Funeral Service, 59 Parrish St., Wilkes-Barre, with a service at 11:30 a.m. in St. Mary Antiochian Orthodox Church. Interment will be held at the parish cemetery, Hanover Township.

Friends may call Sunday from 4 to 6 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that all memorial donations be made to St. Mary Antiochian Orthodox Church, 905 S. Main St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702, or to a charity of their choice.

Dorothy A. Gritsevicz August 1, 2012

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orothy A. Gritsevicz, a resident of Birchwood Nursing Center and formerly of New Pine Street, Nanticoke, passed away on Wednesday, August 1, 2012.

She was a daughter of the late William and Helen Komoroski Gillis of the Hanover section of Nanticoke.

Dorothy was a graduate of Nanticoke High School and was active in Brownies, Girl Scouts and Cub Scouts. She worked in the manufacturing industry and was a great help to her late husband, Stanley, in his ornamental iron railing business.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Stanley, and sisters Victoria Bullek and Anna Fedock.

Dorothy is survived by her daughter, Cynthia Sawick, and her husband, Gerald, Nanticoke; son, Stan Gritsevicz, and his wife, Gwen, Chandler, Ariz.; sister Helen Petroski, Dearborn Heights, Mich.; step-grandchildren, stepgreat-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Dorothy’s family would like to express their gratitude to the staff of Birchwood Nursing Home for their compassionate care.

Private services will be held Saturday, August 4 at the Grontkowski Funeral Home P.C., 51-53 W. Green Street, Nanticoke, with the Rev. James Nash officiating.

There will be no public calling hours.

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July 31, 2012 Henry E. Zapotocki, 91, T hediedRev.Tuesday, July 31, 2012 at St.

Hayfield Society, and Penn State Alumni Association.

Preceded in death by a son, Rennard Carkhuff; and daughter, Sharon Marie Carkhuff.

Marvin is survived by his wife of 50 years, the former Marie Calkins; a grandson, Aron Carkhuff of Virginia; and his extended family in California.

By the wishes of his family, there will be no service. Arrangements are by the Richard H. Disque Funeral Home, 2940 Memorial Highway, Dallas.

Ellen Crispell May 26, 2012 llen Gregory Crispell, 92, formerly of Dallas, passed away on E May 26, 2012 at Maine Medical Cen-

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Marvin Carkhuff Marvin Carkhuff, 85, Lehman, passed away Wednesday, August 1, 2012 at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Hospital, due to complications from a fall at home.

Marvin was born in Hanover Township, and attended Dallas Borough School.

Prior to his retirement in 1995, Marvin owned and operated the W.E. Pulverman Company for many years.

He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II and a member of Daddow/Isaacs post 672 American Legion, Dallas, and the Plymouth VFW. Marvin was an avid hunter and fisherman and belonged to and supported many outdoor organizations. He was a life member of the NRA and Wild Turkey Federation, serving as president of Wagner Run Association for 18 years.

Marvin was a former member of the Board of Directors of Luzerne National Bank.

He was an avid Penn State fan and served on the Advisory Board at Penn State-Lehman Campus, a member of the Mt. Nittany Society,

ELISA CARABALLO, 47, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away Thursday, August 2, 2012, at her home.

Funeral arrangements are pending and will be announced by Bednarski & Thomas Funeral Home, 27 Park Ave., Wilkes-Barre.

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ter, Portland, Maine, with her family at her side.

She was the wife of Darrel D. Crispell, who predeceased her in 2002.

She was born in Trucksville on March 2, 1920, a daughter of Raymond J. Gregory and Goldie Smith Gregory.

Ellen graduated from Westmoreland High School and the Wyoming Seminary Dean School of Business.

She was a longtime member of the Forty Fort United Methodist Church and an active Girl Scout leader for many years. Ellen served as an officer of Morris Run Coal Company. She enjoyed traveling and always sought out local flower gardens on her trips.

At age 90, she moved to Maine to be closer to her family. Ellen made many new friends at Gorham House, where she lived independently. She loved lobster and having her friends from the Dallas area visit.

Ellen was preceded in death by her sisters, Catherine Gregory and Charlotte Kuhnert.

Surviving are her daughters, Judith Cons and her husband, Dr. Jo-

nathan Cons, Porter, Maine; Nancy Steeves and her husband, Richard Steeves, Esq., Standish, Maine; Anne Milicia and her husband, Michael Milicia, Bedford, Mass.; grandson, Dr. Jason Cons, and his wife, Erin Lentz, Lewisburg, Pa.; one great-grandchild, Mira Cons, whom she dearly loved.

A Memorial Service will be held on August 26, 2012 at 2 p.m. at the Forty Fort United Methodist Church.

Memorial donations may be made to Northeast Hearing and Speech Center, 75 W. Commercial St., Portland, ME 04101.

Mary’s Villa, Roaring Brook Township, Pa. Father Zapotocki was a son of the late Joseph Michael and Anna R. Jendrzejewski Zapotocki and was born in Wilkes-Barre on June 17, 1921. He received his early education at St. Stanislaus School and graduated from Coughlin High School. Father attended the University of Scranton and completed his studies for the priesthood at Saint Peter’s Seminary, London, Ontario while receiving his B.A. in philosophy from the University of Western Ontario. He was ordained to the priesthood on May 22, 1948 in Saint Peter’s Cathedral, Scranton, by the Most Rev. William J. Hafey, D.D., late Bishop of Scranton.

Father Zapotocki was first assigned for the summer of 1948 at Camp Saint Andrew, Tunkhannock.

In September of that year, he became assistant pastor of Saint Francis Cabrini, Carverton. He also served as assistant pastor of Sacred Heart, Peckville, and Saint Thomas Aquinas, Archbald, serving concurrently at Camp Saint Andrew as assistant director. He was appointed Administrator of Sacred Heart Church, Mayfield, on November 24, 1952, and received his first pastorate at Saint Thomas Aquinas, Archbald on September 17, 1953. Father served there until his appointment as pastor of Our Lady of Victory, Tannersville on September 9, 1968, where he remained until his retirement and appointment as Pastor Emeritus on July 6, 1999.

Father Zapotocki was awarded an M.S. degree in education from the Graduate School of Pastoral Counseling at Iona College in New Rochelle, N.Y. When Father received this degree in 1969, it was the only graduate program of its kind in the U.S. The aim and scope of the program was designed to meet the multitude of psychological and sociological problems encountered by today’s priest in his pastoral role.

Father served the diocese as a guidance counselor at Pocono Central Catholic High School, Cresco.

He was very active with the Knights of Columbus and was appointed State Chaplain, the first Diocesan Priest to hold that position. He re-

ceived the Distinguished Service Award from the Archbald Council Knights of Columbus 2644 for his faithful service to them as their chaplain for over 12 years. Father was also faithful friar of the Fourth Degree Assembly, Archbald Council, and Chaplain of the Fourth Degree Exemplification Team of the Fourth Pennsylvania District, Calvert Province. After Father’s retirement, he continued serving by celebrating Mass at Our Lady of the Villa Retreat House in Swiftwater.

He is survived by a brother, Joachim; niece Charity Good and her husband, Michael, who cared for Father, and many other nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Joan Niemenski and Zita Zapotocki.

A Pontifical Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by the Most Rev. John M. Dougherty, D.D., Auxiliary Bishop Emeritus of Scranton, on Monday at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Victory Parish, Tannersville.

Viewing will take place at Our Lady of Victory Parish, 327 Cherry Lane Rd., Tannersville, on Sunday from 3 to 6:30 p.m. A Vigil Mass will be celebrated at 7 p.m. Sunday evening at Our Lady of Victory, Tannersville, with the Rev. Thomas D. McLaughlin, Dean, presiding. Viewing will also take place Monday morning, prior to the 11 a.m. Funeral Mass. Interment will be in St. Mary of the Maternity Parish Cemetery, Forty Fort.

Father was a very generous and charitable person. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Villa of St. Joseph, 1600 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA 18509, a home for retired priests.

David Merrick July 31, 2012 L. Merrick, of Meadowood D avid Drive, Tunkhannock, passed

FUNERALS ANTHONY – Robert, funeral with military honors 10 a.m. Saturday in First Welsh Presbyterian Church, S. Meade and E. Northampton Sts., Wilkes-Barre.

Friends may call 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. today in H. Merritt Hughes Funeral Home Inc., 451 N. Main St., Wilkes-Barre, and from 9:30 a.m. until service time Saturday in the church. Masonic service today at 7 p.m.

BIKOWSKI – Magdalen, funeral 11:30 a.m. today in Baloga Funeral Home Inc., 1201 Main St., Pittston (Port Griffith). Mass of Christian Burial noon in St. John the Evangelist Church, William St., Pittston. Relatives and friends may call 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. today in the funeral home.

BRUNETTI – Bruno, funeral 9 a.m.

Saturday in Mark V. Yanaitis Funeral Home, 55 Stark St., Plains Township. Mass of Christian Burial 9:30 a.m. in Ss. Peter and Paul Church, Plains Township. Friends may call 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the funeral home.

DIETRICK – Noel, military funeral services 11 a.m. today in the chapel of Maple Hill Cemetery, Hanover Township. Family and friends may call 10 to 11 a.m. today in the cemetery chapel.

FRANKOVICH – Cyril, funeral 9 a.m. today in George A. Strish Inc. Funeral Home, 105 N. Main St., Ashley. Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. in Corpus Christi/Immaculate Conception Church, Luzerne Ave., West Pittston. Friends may call today 8 to 9 a.m.

GREEN – Elizabeth, celebration of life 8:30 a.m. today in McLaughlin’s, 142 S. Washington St., Wilkes-Barre. Funeral Mass 9:30 a.m. in Church of St. Ignatius Loyola.

GEORGE – Griffiths, memorial service 10 a.m. Saturday in Laurel Run Primitive Methodist Church, 3835 Laurel Run Road, WilkesBarre.

KELLY – Patricia, funeral 9:15 a.m. today in Thomas P. Kearney Funeral Home Inc., 517 N. Main St., Old Forge. Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. in Immaculate Heart of Mary Chapel, Oram St., Scranton.

KING – William Jr., funeral 8:45 a.m.

Monday in Thomas P. Kearney Funeral Home Inc., 517 N. Main St., Old Forge. Mass of Christian Burial 9:30 a.m. in St. John Neumann Parish-Nativity of Our Lord Church, 633 Orchard Ave. Calling hours 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday in the funeral home.

KLIAMOVICH – Mildred, funeral 11 a.m. Saturday in Nulton-Kopcza Funeral Home, 5749 SR 309, (Beaumont) Monroe Township.

Friends may call today 5 to 8 p.m. in the funeral home.

KOPKO – Virginia, funeral 10 a.m.

Saturday in Nat & Gawlas Funeral

Home, 89 Park Ave., Wilkes-Barre.

Friends may call 6 to 8 p.m. today in the funeral home.

LANNING – Richard, memorial service 7 p.m. today in Clarke Piatt Funeral Home Inc., 6 Sunset Lake Road, Hunlock Creek MASSAKER – Laurabelle, memorial service 2 p.m. Aug. 18, in Vernon Baptist Church, Tunkhannock.

PRUSCH – Martha, services 10:30 a.m. today in Cocklin Funeral Home, 30 Chestnut St., Dillsburg, Pa. Viewing today from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. in the funeral home.

SHALES – RoseMariememorial service 11 a.m. Aug. 11 in MetcalfeShaver-Kopcza Funeral Home Inc., 504 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming. Friends may call 10 a.m. until the time of service.

SKONIECZKI – Jennie, funeral 10:30 a.m. Saturday in Baloga Funeral Home Inc., 1201 Main St., Pittston (Port Griffith). Mass of Christian Burial 11 a.m. in Our Lady of the Eucharist Parish, 535 N. Main St., Pittston. Relatives and friends may call 9 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Saturday in funeral home.

SOBESKI – Joseph, Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. Saturday in Holy Rosary Church, Duryea.

Friends may cal 9 to 10 a.m.

Saturday at the church.

TOPOLOSKY – William, blessing service noon Saturday in Peter J. Adonizio Funeral Home, 251 William St., Pittston. Friends may call 11a.m. until time of service Saturday.

VECERKAUSKAS – Paul, memorial Mass 9:30 a.m. Saturday in St. John the Evangelist Church, William St., Pittston. Friends may call 6 to 9 p.m. today in Bednarski Funeral Home, 168 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming.

VITELLI – Mildred, Mass of Christian Burial 9:30 a.m. Saturday at St. Cecilia’s Church of St. Barbara Parish, Wyoming Ave., Exeter.

Friends may call 8 to 9 a.m.

Saturday in the Gubbiotti Funeral Home, 1030 Wyoming Ave., Exeter.

WATKINS – William, memorial service 11 a.m. Saturday in Dallas Methodist Church, Dallas.

WELTZ – Louis, funeral after blessing service 11 a.m. Saturday in Thomas P. Kearney Funeral Home Inc., 517 N. Main St., Old Forge.

Friends may call 6 to 8 p.m. today in the funeral home.

WILLIAMS – Nathan, funeral 11 a.m. today in Kniffen O’Malley Funeral Home Inc., 465 S. Main St., Wilkes-Barre.

WILSON – Arthur, memorial service 10 a.m. Saturday in St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 3832 SR 6, Tunkhannock.

ZRANHO – Therese, funeral 4:30 p.m. today in Kniffen O’Malley Funeral Home Inc., 465 S. Main St., Wilkes-Barre. Friends may call 3 p.m. until time of service.

away on Tuesday, July 31, 2012 in INOVA Fairfax Hospital, Falls Church, Va. He was born in Scranton on July 4, 1952, a son of the late Leonard and Marion Sporer Merrick.

He was a 1970 graduate of South Catholic High School and attended Keystone Junior College.

David began his career in the electronic security industry in 1979, where he held various sales and marketing management positions, currently holding the position of dinock United Methodist Church. Ofrector of marketing for Vector Secuficiating will be the Rev. Peter F. rities National Accounts Division.

Geschwindner, pastor of the TunkHe was a member of the Tunkhanhannock United Methodist Church. nock United Methodist Church, and Friends may call at the Sheldon-Kuwas currently serving as president kuchka Funeral Home, 73 W. Tioga of the Tyler Health Partnership in St., Tunkhannock, on Saturday Tunkhannock. from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m.

Surviving is his wife, Nina MowMemorial contributions may be ry Merrick; stepson, Benjamin Pier- made to the Tyler Health Partnerson, Litiz, Pa.; stepdaughter, Ashley ship, 5950 SR 6, Tunkhannock, PA Pierson, Lancaster; brother, Ri- 18657 or the Tunkhannock United chard Merrick, Harrisburg; grand- Methodist Church, PO Box 447, daughter, Samantha Pierson, Litiz; Tunkhannock, PA 18657. goddaughter, Lanie Merrick.

Online condolences may be sent Funeral services will be held on to the family at www.sheldonkuSunday at 1 p.m. from the Tunkhan- kuchkafuneralhome.com.

Stanley Hanczyc Sr. August 1, 2012 J. Hanczyc Sr., of West S tanley Pittston, passed away Wednes-

day, August 1, 2012, at his residence, surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Dupont on May 5, 1927, he was a son of the late Frank and Rose Armento Hanczyc. He was a graduate of Hughestown High School and was a Navy veteran of World War II. Mr. Hanczyc was employed as a bus driver for Greyhound Lines, Port Authority, for over 35 years. Most recently, he was employed as a shuttle driver for Wilkes University.

He was a member of the Loyal Order of Moose, West Pittston, serving as Junior Governor and Secretary; past president of the West Pittston Cherry Blossom Festival and had the honor of serving as Grand Marshal in 1991. Stanley was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Lillian Hanczyc, in 2007; brother, Frank.

He is survived by sons, Stanley J. Hanczyc Jr., West Pittston; Gary, Harding; daughters, Karen Evans, West Pittston; Linda McDermott

and her husband, Donald, Exeter; Carla DePrimo, West Pittston, sister, Louise McDonnell, Hughestown; grandchildren, Nikki Hanczyc, Mitchell and Joseph DePrimo, Sarah and Matthew McDermott; great-granddaughters, Melania and Giada.

Funeral services will be held Monday at 9 a.m. from the Howell-Lussi Funeral Home, 509 Wyoming Ave., West Pittston, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in Immaculate Conception Church, Corpus Christi Parish, West Pittston. Friends may call at the funeral home Sunday from 6 to 8 p.m. Interment will be held in Mountain View Cemetery, Harding, at the convenience of the family.

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Chocolate may have been used as a spice

2,500-year-old chocolate traces found on plate, suggesting it was condiment.

By MARK STEVENSON Associated Press

MEXICO CITY — Archaeologists say they have found traces of 2,500-year-old chocolate on a plate in the Yucatan peninsula, the first time they have found ancient chocolate residue on a plate rather than a cup, suggesting it may have been used as a condiment or sauce with solid food.

Experts have long thought cacao beans and pods were mainly used in pre-Hispanic cultures as a beverage, made either by crushing the beans and mixing them with liquids or fermenting the pulp that surrounds the beans in the pod. Such a drink was believed to have been reserved for the elite.

But the discovery announced this week by Mexico’s National Institute of Anthropology and History expands the envelope of how chocolate may have been used in ancient Mexico.

It would also suggest that there may be ancient roots for traditional dishes eaten in today’s Mexico, such as mole, the chocolate-based sauce often served with meats.

“This is the first time it has been found on a plate used for serving food,” archaeologist Tomas Gallareta said. “It is unlikely that it was ground there (on the plate), because for that they probably used metates (grinding stones).”

The traces of chemical substances considered “markers” for chocolate were found on fragments of plates uncovered at the Paso del Macho archaeological site in Yucatan in 2001.

The fragments were later subjected to tests with the help of experts at Millsaps College in Jackson, Mississippi, as part of a joint project. The tests revealed a “ratio of theobromine and caffeine compounds that provide a strong indicator of cacao usage,” according to a statement by the university.

“These are certainly interesting results,” John S. Henderson, a Cornell University professor of Anthropology and one of the foremost experts on ancient chocolate, said in an email Thursday.

Henderson, who was not involved in the Paso del Macho project, wrote that “the presence of cacao residues on plates is even more interesting ... the important thing is that it was on flat serving vessels and so presented or served in some other way than as a beverage.”

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

PITTSTON: The Pittston Memorial Library will hold its End of Summer Reading Party at 5:30 p.m. on Aug. 13. To register, call 654-9565 or email pittstonlibrary@yahoo.com.

Deadline for registration is Wednesday. The library is operating under summer hours.

Weekdays remain the same but Saturday hours in July and August are 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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Paige Lynn Pugh, daughter of Gigi and William Pugh Jr., Nanticoke, is celebrating her fifth birthday today, Aug. 3. Paige is a granddaughter of Mary and William Pugh Sr. and Ruth Rowles and the late Robert Rowles Sr., all of Hanover Township. She has two sisters, Samantha, 19, and Alyssa, 8.

Madison Elizabeth Chacko, daughter of John and Dawn Chacko, Larksville, is celebrating her seventh birthday today, Aug. 3. Madison is a granddaughter of Jack and Patricia McAndrew, Dallas, and the late John and Elizabeth Chacko, Swoyersville.

She has a brother, Carter, 2.

NAMES AND FACES Katie Fitzgerald, daughter of Eric and Teri Fitzgerald, Mountain Top, recently competed at the 2012 New York State Tournament of Dance held in Elmira, N.Y. She competed in the 7-9 age Fitzgerald group and received a second-place medal for her jazz solo, “Don’t Rain on My Parade;” a second-place medal for her musical theater solo, “Happy Working Song;” and a silver certificate for her pantomime routine, “Put An-

other Nickel In.” Fitzgerald is a student at the David Blight School of Dance, Wilkes-Barre, and is preparing for her next dance competition at the Talent Olympics in December in the Poconos.

Courtney Hafner, a junior at Coughlin High School, is holding a benefit for Alex’s Lemonade Stand in memory of Gary Lukasiewicz, as part of her senior proHafner ject, from 3-5 p.m. on Sunday at Chacko’s Family Bowling Center.

LCCC announces summa cum laude graduates Luzerne County Community College recently held its 44th annual commencement ceremony at the Mohegan Sun Arena. Summa cum laude graduates in attendance at the ceremony, from left, first row: Ashley Eisenman, Pittston; Amanda Carannante, Nanticoke; Tina Eckroth, Orangeville; Maria Vilushis, Hazle Township; and Joleen Astorino, Drums. Second row: Jeff Pitoniak, Archbald; Pamela Stauffer Christine, Berwick; Heather Rothman, West Pittston; and Stacy Ann Dunkle, Bloomsburg. Third row: Julia Gladkikh, Nanticoke; Justin Ervin, Sugarloaf; John Mensinger, Drums; Joshua Ridall, Bloomsburg; and Michele Geiser, Shavertown.

Christmas in July weekend celebrated Slumber Valley Campground, Meshoppen, recently held a Christmas in July weekend. Santa and one his elves toured the campsites on a tractor driven wagon in 80-degree weather. The annual Christmas in July campsite and trailer decorations contest was won by the Williams/Walsh family from Plymouth and the Gandara family of Moosic who captured first place with their Frosty the Snowman display. Setting up their Frosty The Snowman display at the Williams/Walsh and Gandara campsites, from left, are Paige Gandara, 8, Jacob Walsh, 8, Tylar Williams, 13, and Keegan Walsh, 5.

SCRANTON: Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs is a major sponsor of Allied Services Integrated Health System’s 2012 Ryan’s Run Campaign. This is the third consecutive year that Mohegan Sun has served as a major sponsor.

Kara Fox LaRose, vice president of marketing, Mohegan Sun, was among the 20 runners who ran in the New York City marathon in 2011 as part of Team Leckey.

Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs will offer local runners the opportunity to purchase tickets to be entered into a drawing for a guaranteed spot in the 2012 race. The tickets, which are $20, will only be available at the official Ryan’s Run 3 kickoff party. All proceeds from the marathon raffle will benefit Allied Services.

Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs will host the official Ryan’s Run Kickoff Party at 5 p.m. on Aug. 30 with their Party on the Patio night.

Fans of the weekly, free outdoor concert series will enjoy music by the acclaimed Jimmy Buffett tribute band, Parrotbeach. Also entertaining fans will be Ryan Leckey, WNEP; Lissa, 98.5 KRZ; and George Wesley, NEPA king of Caribbean rhythm.

For more information on the Ryan’s Run campaign, runner raffle and upcoming events visit www.allied-services.org/ryansrun.

WEST PITTSTON: The Friends Association of The West Pittston Library will meet at 12:30 p.m. on Monday at the library, Exeter and Warren avenues. Sara Kelly will preside.

Members should bring a lunch and drink.

Agenda items include the wine and cheese tasting event to be held 2-5 p.m. Sept. 9 at the library. Ticket donations are $20 per person or $35 for couples and are available from the library desk, by calling 654-9847 or from any Friends member.

Snack items will be offered and a basket raffle will be take place.

For ticket information or new member information, contact Sara at 883-7079 or sarashanekelly@gmail.com.

WYOMING: The Wyoming Area Education Association of Retirees (WAEA-R) will hold its 10th annual breakfast at 10 a.m. on Aug. 29 at the Avenue Diner.

This year’s event includes a breakfast buffet. There will be door prizes and special favors.

Cost is $10 and includes $1 for membership dues. Paid reservations are required and are due

by Aug. 22. Call the WA Credit Union at 693-1339 to make a reservation or your reservation can be withdrawn from your credit union account. Those who are unable to attend, or do not belong to the credit union, can send a check for the dues or reservation payable to WAEA-R to WAFCU, 800 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming, PA 18644.

Current officers are Phil Russo, president; Steve Harmanos, vice president; Gloria Lawler, treasurer; and Sandy Touw, secretary.

Allied Services honors Employees of the Month Allied Services recently held a luncheon to honor its Employees of the Month, who are nominated by their peers for their dedication and excellence. Bill Conaboy, president and chief executive officer, presented each honoree with an Allied watch and gift certificate. Participants, from left, first row: Bonnie Lilo, nurse aide; Joe Silva, volunteer; Dawn Van Horn, physical therapist; Robert Longworth, maintenance mechanic II; and Rosanne Fisne, quality assurance nurse. Second row: Rachel Sherksnas, assistant director of health information management; Drew Nicholson, supported living caseworker; Lourdes Bergloff, behavioral health worker; Patty Frangella, assistant director, recreational therapy; and Conaboy.

Medical assistant technician students conduct Social Services Bingo Medical assistant technician students from Fortis Institute in Forty Fort recently invited their family ‘elders’ to a Social Services Bingo game for a lesson in The Study of Maturity course. As part of the bingo game, seniors and students learned about the social services available to the older population.

Participants, from left, first row, are Jeannine Noss, Jessica Howley, Cindy Seashock, Alice Wolf, Eleanor Schneider and Jennifer Kobusky. Second row: Helen Jacobs, Susan Jacobs, Carole Lavan, Arlene Paul, Haley Allen, Michele Baluta, Amy Knapich, Megan Rutkowski and instructor Donna Brooks.

Wilkes-Barre Law & Library Association honors attorneys at Law Day dinner Members of the Wilkes-Barre Law & Library Association (W-BLLA), the bar association of Luzerne County, honored attorney Robert D. Schaub, immediate past president, for his presidency and attorney Pasco L. Schiavo for his 50 years of membership and dedicated service to the profession at a Law Day dinner celebrating the importance of the Rule of Law and dedication to justice by the legal profession. The event was planned by the association’s Law Day Dinner Committee, consisting of co-chairs attorney Patrick E. Dougherty, attorney Debra A. Bolus, attorney Melissa A. Scartelli, attorney Qiana Murphy Lehman and attorney Sandor Yelen. At the dinner, from left, first row: Bolus; Yelen; Schaub; attorney Joseph F. Saporito, president, W-BLLA; Schiavo; and attorney Elaine Cook, vice president, W-BLLA. Second row: attorney Joseph P.J. Burke III, secretary-treasurer, W-BLLA; attorney Francis X. O’Connor, vice president, Pennsylvania Bar Association; attorney David E. Schwager, governor, PBA Zone 5; attorney Arthur L. Piccone, former president, PBA; and Dougherty.

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OUR OPINION: ‘QUICK TAKES’

The good, the bad and the hopeful

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RIDAY’S “QUICK its doors three years ago. Dr. takes” on local topics: Steven J. Scheinman, a Yale University alum, will take the ••• top post Sept. 10.

Few people outside the med ❏ Friends and felons plan?

Anthony Lupas, the 77-year- school have yet to fully grasp old Plains Township lawyer the economic, health and other and accused shyster, wasn’t impacts this institution might acting solo when he pieced to- have on the Wilkes-Barre/ gether a multimillion-dollar Scranton region. If all goes as Ponzi scheme, according to a planned, the college will grant new indictment filed this its first MD degrees in the week. Co-conspirators, who spring. And in the years ahead, have yet to be publicly identi- some education could cure a fied, aided Lupas in his $6 mil- lot of what ails our communilion caper by creating false doc- ties. ❏ Pauper or prince? To hear uments, federal prosecutors allege. Also, his cronies suppos- lots of Luzerne County resiedly drove one victim to dents tell it, they don’t have various financial institutions two nickels to rub together, so the woman could withdraw much less enough money for money, bilking her out of more tithing and taxes. New figures from the Pennsylvania Lottery than $350,000.

If so, Lupas’ deceitful pals spin a different tale. During a should be ID’d, charged and record-setting year for the lotnailed to the wall (legally tery, this county accounted for sales of more than $120 milspeaking, of course.) ❏ Doctor in the house? The lion.

Spare change recovered region’s startup med school, The Commonwealth Medical from beneath the couch cushCollege, named on Thursday a ions, perhaps? No matter from new full-time president and where it came, that’s a lot of dean, its second since opening scratch.

QUOTE OF THE DAY “Right now, the kind of comprehensive research that’s needed just hasn’t started.”

Dr. Bernard Goldstein The professor emeritus at the University of Pittsburgh School of Public Health commented on a lack of Marcellus Shale-related health studies due to funding shortfalls, a predicament that could lead to later lawsuits. Questions linger about the industry’s potential impacts on air and water quality.

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Olympics a thrill – even on tape delay

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N A PERFECT world, you hours after the events have would not know that concluded.

No surprise there. NBC reOlympics swimming legend Michael Phelps got portedly paid $1.18 billion for clobbered by teammate Ryan the rights to the Olympics. It Lochte in the 400-meter indi- needs to sell prime time ads.

Peeved NBC exec Vivian vidual medley Saturday until you watched the shocking race Schiller tweeted that “the medal for most Olympic whining on prime-time television.

Or that reigning world gym- goes to everyone complaining about what hapnastics champ Jorpens every 4 yrs, dyn Wieber missed Face it: You can tape delay.” making the final cut tape those swimShe’s right.

Sunday for the all- ming and volleyball Face it: You can around gymnastics tape those swimcompetition and dis- results and try to ming and volleysolved into tears of shut out all news. ball results and disbelief.

Or you can live in try to shut out all Or that she gained the real world, in news. Or you can redemption Tuesday live in the real when the U.S. wom- real time ... world, in real time en’s team won gold. ... and take your But chances are you did know all of this before chances.

Sure, some of the drama is NBC aired those dramatic comdrained away if you already petitions in prime time.

You knew even if you weren’t knew about the epic failure of cruising the NBC Olympic the U.S. men’s gymnastics Games website or seeking team or Missy Franklin’s stirOlympics news. You knew be- ring backstroke victory just cause this is the 24/7 Olympics minutes after she finished a of Twitter, Facebook and 200-meter freestyle semifinal.

But TV ratings are strong for smartphones buzzing, blazing with the latest results and ... ru- the Olympics so far. So you ining the surprise for millions knew the results but ... you watched anyway, didn’t you? of American viewers.

That’s because NBC tape-de- So did we. lays and broadcasts the day’s Chicago Tribune highlights in prime time, many EDITORIAL BOARD

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Big Brothers/Sisters success just a few siblings shy IN THE time during the past year that I’ve spent working with Big Brothers Big Sisters of The Bridge, I’ve learned a lot about the program. The people at this mentoring organization based in Wilkes-Barre are very dedicated. The community likes and appreciates what we do.

And when we roll out a big event, such as the annual Bowl For Kids’ Sake – which helps fund our program – people respond to it.

They support it, and they try to help.

And for that, we are most grateful.

Of course, we also have plenty of people willing to help out with the most important aspect of Big Brothers Big Sisters: the children. Through our program, there are more than 450 kids spending quality time with caring mentors each week. And we know that the quality of the lives of both the children and the volunteers have been improved because of the time that they spend together.

The statistics, revealed by the research of Public/Private Ventures and Harris Interactive, prove it: • children involved with the Big Brothers Big Sisters program are 52 percent less likely than their peers to skip school.

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ALAN K. STOUT • 46 percent less likely to begin using illegal drugs.

• 33 percent less likely to hit someone.

• 90 percent said their Big Brother or Big Sister made them feel better about themselves.

• 81 percent said their Big Brother or Big Sister caused them to change what they thought possible in life.

• 77 percent set higher goals than they would have on their own.

• 42 percent earned a degree from a fouryear college, compared to just 22 percent of their fathers and 25 percent of their mothers.

All good, right?

Well, yes. And no.

Though Big Brothers Big Sisters of The Bridge serves about 450 children, there are still approximately 270 children on our waiting list.

In each instance, someone in their family has reached out to us and has told us that they’d like the child in the program. They

Alan K. Stout is the community and resource development coordinator at Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bridge. Reach him at (570) 824-8756 or astout@csswb.org.

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few thoughts on Penn State University.

• Freeh report: Where are the interviews with the coaches? Where’s the interview with Sue Paterno? I find it hard to believe that you would not share your deepest concerns with your life’s partner.

• Board of trustees: If its members had the power to fire coach Joe Paterno in 2011, why didn’t they fire Joe in 1998?

• Sanctions: If the wins are vacated from 1998 to 2011, maybe the diplomas signed by university President Graham Spanier also should be voided.

• PSU’s football program. Bill O’Brien and coaching staff should donate a percentage of their salaries to the $60 million pot. Also, every game is a bowl game. Go, State!

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need a Big Brother or Big Sister, and they already have gone through the enrollment process. But they are – unfortunately – still not matched. We don’t have a mentor for them, or someone to spend time with them for just a few hours per week. And so, some boys don’t get out to toss around a baseball, or do a little fishing or simply take in a movie and share a pizza with a mentor. Some girls don’t get to browse around at the mall, or kick a soccer ball or simply enjoy doing arts and crafts with a mentor.

There are more than 650,000 people living in the five counties served by Big Brothers Big Sisters of The Bridge. We need only about 270 more to meet the needs of our children and get that waiting list down to zero.

Sounds pretty doable, right?

We think so, too.

So please, think about it. And if you’re so inclined, start something special. Help change someone’s life.

Become a Big Brother or Big Sister.

he Pennsylvania voter ID law is being challenged in court. People are claiming they won’t be able to vote because they can’t get an ID. They don’t have a birth certificate, Social Security number or proof of residence.

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Even if no ID law were in place, how is anyone like this allowed to vote when they show up at the polls? Am I missing something?

I’ve heard people say everyone in America has a right to vote. That’s not true.

There are many millions of people in this country who are not citizens. Noncitizens can’t vote legally.

If the voter ID law is upheld, every U.S. citizen will have to have proper identification at the polls; that includes Republicans, Democrats and independents.

There seem to be certain groups that want no restrictions in place so they will be able to vote. I can’t understand how any American citizen would be OK with that, yet we have a president and an attorney general in Washington who are.

Those who oppose the law say their rights are being violated. If this law is not upheld, then the rights of every legal American citizen are being violated.

It’s going to be very interesting to see

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Writer: As Israel goes, so goes our weather

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lobal warming, you say? I don’t think so. Caused by humans polluting the planet? Not so. It’s the big shiny ball in the sky that’s causing all the weather fluctuations, and “the good book” tells you so, if you have a minute to read it.

It is predicted that in the end days nature would convulse and bring about every sort of unnatural weather. I’ve always been more amused, rather than mystified, by human nature when catastrophes strike.

More natural disasters are caused by wrong choices humans make than people will attest to or will accept as their fault.

President Obama and his long line of predecessors have rattled Israel’s chains too long and too hard. The creator warned whatsoever country or countries choose to scatter my land of Israel, I will them scatter and destroy also.

What do you people see? As one preacher asked, are we already cursed by God for our timeless intervention into Israel’s affairs? Are we at the point of no return? Just watch the weather and you will know.

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The Boy Scouts commissioned an 11-member committee in 2010 to reconsider the ban, and that panel determined the ban remains the best policy for the organization.

The BSA policy notes the organization does not “proactively in-

quire about the sexual orientation” of employees or members, but it also “does not grant membership to those who are open or avowed homosexuals.”

The policy states that “samesex attraction should be introduced and discussed outside of its programs with parents, caregivers or spiritual advisers, at the appropriate time and the right setting.”

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troit and then dumped within the city.

It’s a pattern made possible by more than four decades of urban decay and suburban flight.

White residents started moving to burgeoning suburbs in the 1950s, then stepped up their exodus after a deadly 1967 race riot.

Detroit’s black middle class followed over the next two decades, leaving block after block of empty homes.

Over time, tens of thousands of houses deteriorated. Some collapsed, others were demolished. Empty lots gave way to block-long fields.

Jacob Kudla and Jourdan Bobbish were found July 27 in a field off Lyford Street, a lonely road that borders an industrial area and a small municipal airport.

The teens from suburban Westland, 18 and 17, respectively, had been visiting Kudla’s uncle in Detroit when they disappeared July 22.

Their corpses were found by someone walking along the desolate block. The closest house, about 100 yards away, belongs to 74-year-old Ella Dunn.

Over the last 24 years, she has watched nearly all her neighbors move out. Now she constantly hears people dumping tires, furniture and trash.

“They drive down and push stuff out,” she said.

A nearby parking lot resembles a small landfill for junk — a coloring book based on Bible characters, a yellow toilet, furniture, shoes and five boats.

“Detroit is a dumping ground for a lot of stuff,” said Margaret Dewar, professor of urban and regional planning at the University of Michigan. “There is no one to watch. There is no capacity to enforce laws about dumping.

There is a perception you can dump and no one will report it.”

In mid-July, the decapitated bodies of a couple were pulled from the Detroit River and a nearby canal. Authorities say they were shot and dismembered in their home in suburban Allen Park, then driven to a littleused Detroit park and dumped in the water. A man who lived with them is charged in the slayings.

The bodies of two Hamtramck women were discovered in March buried in a neglected Detroit park. Five men are accused

neighboring Nanticoke, where South Main Street becomes Middle Road. That will be done the week of Aug. 13.

“It looks like we made some progress,” Casterline said proudly on Thursday. “More progress than I’ve made in 20 years here.”

He noted there is still one thing PennDOT traffic engineer Keith Williams and assistant district executive for maintenance Dennis Giordano promised him while at his house for a meeting July11that has yet to occur.

“They still owe us a wig wag,” Casterline said, using PennDOT lingo for solar-powered 25 mph signs with flashing lights that draw attention to the posted speed.

For 45 years, Casterline has watched bigger and faster vehicles zoom down the narrow, two-lane roadway. He has been urging elected officials, PennDOT and anyone else who will listen to him to do something in response.

He said heavy truck traffic, school buses, LCTA buses and thousands of Luzerne County

Community College staff and students have made the roadway crowded and dangerous for motorists, pedestrians and homeowners, a few of whom have had vehicle versus house incidents over the years.

Casterline wanted PennDOT to install stop signs at various intersections along the stretch but PennDOT officials said those are not to be used to control speeding and could cause accidents.

But the stop sign at Middle Road and Kosciuszko Street was selected as a place to help control traffic heading into Hanover Township.

“I think it will break the momentum of the cars coming up this way,” Casterline said, adding that stringing the vehicles out a bit will help.

All the measures PennDOT has taken “are a big improvement. I’m happy with it.”

Casterline credited the media with covering his plight and likely playing a role in the speedy response from PennDOT. PennDOT issued a statement urging people to “use extra caution when approaching the intersection over the next few weeks as drivers adjust to the changes.”

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“when I was real little,” and only left for “a year or two in middle school” before the opportunities – particularly outdoor activities – lured him back.

Of the 21 merit badges he had to earn to get his Eagle, Kerns said his favorite was fishing, while the toughest “probably was

sailing. I ended up stuck in the middle of the lake somehow.” For the record, he still got the badge.

For his Eagle Scout project, Kerns refinished the basement of First Presbyterian Church in Wilkes-Barre. “It was sort of a dungeon, and we made it into a pretty nice meeting room,” he said. “I really liked doing it.”

Now married and working as an attorney – including at the International Criminal Court in The Hague – Kerns still believes the Boy Scouts has much to offer.

If he eventually has a son, he said, joining the Scouts “would be his choice. I think Scouting is a great organization. I loved it when I was in it. But for me personally, this was the right thing to do.”

Kerns included a letter to the Boy Scouts with his medal, thanking the group for “the values I learned from the organization,” then saying, “It would be hypocritical of me to retain an award that taught me to take a stand against prejudice and discrimination. Therefore, I believe

that returning my Eagle Scout Award and renouncing my affiliation with the organization is the only way to uphold the ideals that the Boy Scouts have taught me. I urge the executive board to reverse their decision on this important matter.”

A Jacksonville TV station took interest when Kerns emailed a note about plans to return his award and filmed him dropping it into the box at the post office.

The report included a comment from BSA public relations

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A memorial recalls two teenagers whose bodies were found in a field in eastern Detroit last week.

in the murders.

Back in December, the bodies of two women were found in a car parked near a vacant house.

Six days later, the badly burned remains of two other women turned up in a car trunk. Police believe all were killed elsewhere and dumped in Detroit. A man from suburban Sterling Heights has been charged.

Detroit has more than 30,000 vacant houses, and the deficitstrangled city has no resources of its own to level them. Mayor Dave Bing is promoting a plan to tear down as many as possible using federal money. The state is also contributing to the effort.

But it’s hard to keep up. About a quarter-million people moved out of Detroit between 2000 and

2010, leaving just over 700,000 residents in a city built for 2 million.

Census figures from two years ago show 793 people living on Lyford and the other 20 or so streets near the Coleman A. Young airport. Two decades earlier, about 2,900 people lived there.

Dunn’s modest home is one of only three on the block that are still occupied.

“I couldn’t move if I wanted to,” she said. “They don’t want to give you any money for your house.”

On Tuesday, a patrol car slowly rolled by. Officers are more visible after the teens’ bodies were found, Dunn added.

A larger police presence is

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forming Arts Institute during a reception preceding the opening of ‘West Side Story’ Thursday evening at the Kirby Center. Rauderbush is finishing his last year with the PAI, having accepted a new position in Florida. ‘West Side Story’ will be performed again at 8 p.m. today at the Kirby.

Tickets are $20 for adults, $12 for students and seniors and can be purchased in advance or at door.

For info., call 270-2186.

needed across the city, but Detroit can’t afford to hire more.

The city recently cut police pay by 10 percent.

When he joined the department 13 years ago, Garner patrolled a 3.6-square-mile area in the tough 3rd Precinct, bumping into another officer every 20 minutes. Now he covers 22 square miles and crosses paths with other officers “maybe once every two hours.”

“If we know this, the criminals know this,” Garner said.

Sparse patrols and slow response times make it less likely that someone will be seen dumping a body.

“Years back, people would go to rural areas” to dump bodies, said Daniel Kennedy, a Michigan-based forensic criminologist. “Now we have rural areas in urban areas.”

Detroit’s reputation as a violent city with one of the highest crime rates in the country also works against it.

The body of a woman from wealthy Grosse Pointe Park was found in January in her Mercedes-Benz SUV in a Detroit alley. The marketing executive was apparently killed in the garage of her upscale suburban home, but left in the city. A family handyman has been charged.

If a body shows up in Grosse Pointe, Kennedy said, “those officers are sitting around waiting for something to happen, and they are all over it.”

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sions, he said.

“We have people, including county workers, who know a lot of stuff but will never come forward unless it’s anonymously,” Griffith said.

He credited county Manager Robert Lawton and his administration for supporting the idea and authorizing the county phone line.

Griffith’s four fellow county ethics commission members, including Lawton, opted against accepting anonymous complaints, saying they were uncomfortable allowing people

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to exceed last year’s collection of $4 million by 10 percent, making this year’s goal $4.4 million. Jones realizes reaching the goal will be a difficult task.

“When you look at the current economic climate and the decline in state funding to our member agencies, you realize we have a lot of hard work ahead,” Jones said.

“Reaching our goal is not possible without the people in this room.”

More than 125 people attended the breakfast held at King’s College’s Sheehy-Farmer Campus Center, including Frank Joanlanne, president of Borton-Lawson architecture and engineering firm and chairman of the United Way community campaign.

“I’ve been on the United Way board for six years, and we need leadership in this campaign,” Joanlanne said. “Lots of people want to give; our job is to connect with those who can help.”

Joanlanne said he intends to run “a disciplined campaign,” including bringing back the cabinet approach. to allege wrongdoing without identifying themselves.

Several volunteer citizens will screen the hotline calls and written submissions because the controller’s office doesn’t have the resources, Griffith said. He is down to two employees because one was recently transferred to the county budget and finance office, he said.

Griffith declined to name the volunteers, saying he wants to keep them anonymous so they have freedom to conduct initial undercover inquiries.

If the volunteers believe further investigation is warranted, Griffith said he will use his controller powers to obtain more information.

Mark Guydish, a Times Leader staff writer, can be reached at 829-7161

“There’s so much need out there,” he said. “And it keeps increasing. Government aid is down and the economy is still not out of the hole. This is about helping people who can’t help themselves and we have to send that message.”

Thursday’s program was geared toward corporate CEOs, executive leadership, business owners and community leaders.

This year’s Campaign Cabinet, led by Joanlanne, was put in place to provide volunteer leadership to different areas of focus within the campaign. Members of the Campaign Cabinet are David Capitano, Pat Connors, Ed Harry, Scott and Libby Lynett, Bobby Soper, A.J. and Susan Sordoni, Bill Sordoni, Troy Standish and Robert Tamburro.

More than 40 organizations were represented at the breakfast that provided information on how each company can help improve the community, Jones said.

“We wanted to reach out to the companies that have been most supportive of the United Way,” he said. “And this is an opportunity to get to know each company’s leadership team and talk about the importance of the campaign.”

Substantiated wrongdoing will be reported to the ethics commission, law enforcement and any other applicable entities, he said.

Tips accusing the controller of inappropriate behavior will be reported to Lawton, he said.

Griffith plans to publicly release periodic statistical reports on the processing of tips and said people who submit their names will receive followup notice of results.

He expects many will use the hotline to vent and provide misinformation but said all tips will be taken seriously.

“Out of 10 calls that are not valid, you may get one that’s really important that you would otherwise miss,” he said.

Thousands of people make the trek to Long Pond to see cars race at top speeds at the Pennsylvania 400. Amid those gathered throngs is a lifestyle, tradition and behavior unique to the weekend. This Sunday, we’ll bring you an inside look at the infield.

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Dale Jr. optimistic about making run at Pocono One of sport’s most popular drivers watched his performance improve after leaving the Long Pond track.

By JOHN ERZAR jerzar@timesleader.com

Dale Earnhardt Jr. feels good heading to Pocono Raceway.

Even if the track hasn’t been too good to him.

“I really haven’t had a good, strong run at Pocono in a long time,” Earnhardt Jr. said, “and I feel like we had a great car there last time. So I’m definitely looking forward to going back there. I think the

whole field will be a little bit stronger than it was and it will be a little bit tougher. But I know we had some good speed and we’re looking forward to it.”

Part of the optimism Earnhardt can be possibly traced to what’s happened to the driver of the No. 88 Chevrolet since last racing at Long Pond in June.

The following week, Earnhardt Jr. won at Michigan, snapping a 143-race winless drought that was an ongoing topic in NASCAR. After a 23rd at the road course at Sono-

ma, a layout that hasn’t been Earnhardt’s strong suit throughout his career, he came back with three fourth-place finishes in the next four races.

The final of those fourth-place finishes came last Sunday at Indianapolis – a flat, one-groove track that Earnhardt admitted afterward didn’t fit his racing style.

Still, the finish propelled him into first place in the drivers standings heading into Sunday’s Pennsylvania 400. Maintaining the advantage, though, could be difficult.

Earnhardt Jr. has raced 25 times at Pocono, with his average starting spot (15.24) and finish (16.68) falling into the pedestrian category. Two of the next

three drivers in the standings – secondplace Matt Kenseth and fourth-place Jimmie Johnson – have a better history at the 2.5-mile tri-oval.

But in June, Earnhardt led 36 laps – second most – in finishing eighth. The 36 laps were twice as many as he led in the previous10 races combined on the Sprint Cup schedule. And the eighth place marked only the second time he posted three consecutive top-10 finishes at Pocono. He last did so in 2003-2004.

“This place is a little bit of an anomaly,” Earnhardt Jr. said. “The corners are similar to some other places in the sport, but See JUNIOR, Page 5B

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Gabby is golden; Phelps gets 20th

U.S. gymnast Gabrielle Douglas displays the gold medal she won in the artistic gymnastics women’s individual all-around competition at the 2012 Summer Olympics Thursday in London.

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Just call the ‘Squirrel’ a real champion

Area club runs into a Storm of trouble

Bob Horlacher settles for fourth place and a medal after falling to Robbinsville.

By JOHN MEDEIROS jmedeiros@timesleader.com

OLD FORGE – After a pair of heartbreaking, one-run losses Wednesday, Bob Horlacher and Robbinsville, N.J., both were looking to bounce back Thursday when they faced each other.

The Robbinsville Storm bounced back in NEW JERSEY a big way.

The New Jersey state champions won the BOB game many peo- HORLACHER ple expected to be for the Eastern Regional championship, defeating Horlacher 7-0 in the third-place game of the Little League 9-10 softball tournament.

“We bounced back and played a good game,” Robbinsville manager Mark Walsh said. “Yesterday was tough for us.”

Horlacher played an uncharacteristic game, getting just two hits, fanning 11 times and having two runners caught stealing.

It was not how the squad had hoped to end its season.

“This is a great group of girls,” Horlacher manager Doug Jones

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with her electric floor routine, flashing a dazzling smile and lots of pizzazz.

When her score posted 62.232, coach Liang Chow told Douglas she had won the gold.

But she had to wait another five minutes until it was official because Viktoria Komova of Russia, runner-up at last year’s world championships, was still to come.

Komova’s floor routine was impressive, as well, and she stood at the center of the arena staring intently at the scoreboard, fingertips pressed to her lips, teammate Aliya Mustafina

LONDON — Might be time to get Gabby Douglas a new nickname.

Olympic champ works.

Known as “The Flying Squirrel,” Douglas won the women’s all-around title Thursday night, becoming the third straight American to win gymnastics’ biggest prize and the first African-American. It’s her second gold medal of the London Games, coming two nights after she and her “Fierce Five” teammates gave the United States its first Olympic title since 1996.

“I wanted to seize the moment,” Douglas said. “It hasn’t sunk in yet. Team finals hasn’t sunk in yet. But it will.”

In the lead from the first event, Douglas finished the night by rocking the O2 Arena See DOUGLAS, Page 5B

T O D AY • Team USA’s women’s basketball team will take on the Czech Republic.

• The elimination rounds of the beach volleyball competition begin with the Round of 16.

T V • 9:30 a.m., NBCSN: women’s soccer, Team USA vs.

New Zealand • 8 p.m.-midnight, NBC: Swimming: gold medal finals in men’s 100m butterfly, men’s 50m freestyle, women’s 200m backstroke, women’s 800m freestyle. Track and field: men’s shot put gold medal final. Women’s Diving: springboard qualifying. Women’s volleyball: U.S. vs. Serbia.

Men’s gymnastics: trampoline gold medal final.

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An era ends with one last gold medal

By PAUL NEWBERRY AP National Writer

LONDON — Michael Phelps spent the day thinking about all the things he’s doing for the final time at the pool. It turns out that included one last win over Ryan Lochte.

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all his own at his final Olympics.

Adding to an already unprecedented medal collection, he claimed his first individual victory of the London Games and handed Lochte a double disappointment on his rival’s final night in the pool Thursday.

Phelps set the tone right from the start with a dominating butterfly leg to become the first male swimmer to win the same individual event at three straight Olympics in the 200meter individual medley. He claimed his 20th career medal — and 16th gold — in 1 minSee PHELPS, Page 5B

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Delaney Romanchik of Bob Horlacher gets ready to throw the ball back to the infield from the outfield Thursday.

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BULLETIN BOARD CAMPS/CLINICS Crestwood Pre-Season Soccer Camp will be held Aug. 6-9 for Crestwood soccer players entering grades seven through 12. The Crestwood Middle School co-ed camp for players in grades seven and eight will be held from 5 p.m.-6:30 p.m. and the cost is $110.

The Crestwood Boys Varsity and JV camp for players in grades nine-12 will be held 7 p.m.-9 p.m. and the cost is $115. The camp will be run by Charles Edkins, men’s soccer coach at Misericordia University. All Crestwood players are highly encouraged to attend this camp. Call Kelly at 868-6390 for camp forms or additional information.

Dallas High School Football Camp will be held Aug.6 and Aug. 7 from 8 a.m.-noon at Mountaineer Stadium for kids ages six to 12. The camp this year is the first for Head Coach Bob Zaruta and his coaching staff. The registration fee is $50 at the door. If there are any questions, call Zaruta at 332-2200 (cell) or 675-0066.

LEAGUES Chacko’s Family Bowling Center will hold signups for its youth bowling league Aug. 5 and Aug. 18 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Chacko’s Family Bowling Center, 195 N. Wilkes-Barre Blvd., Wilkes-Barre. In order to bowl in the youth division, individuals must not have reached their 20th birthday on or before Aug. 1 of the current year. Certification fee for all bowlers is $17, which includes receipt of a USBC Bowling Jersey. Certification fee must be paid at the time of registration.

Chacko’s Youth Bowling League bowls each Saturday morning at 9 a.m. and will begin league sessions on Aug. 25. For more details, please visit www.chackosfamilybowlingcenter.com.

Kingston/Forty Fort Little League will have registration for baseball and softball Aug.6 from 7-8:30 p.m. at the Kingston Rec Center.

Contact Dave at d_antall@yahoo.com or 362-3561 for more information.

Swoyersville Fall Baseball League is seeking teams from ages 12 to 14.

For more information, call Al at 881-2626.

MEETINGS Checkerboard Inn Bowling League will meet, Wednesday, August 15 at 7 p.m. at Chacko’s Family Bowling Center. All teams are required to have a representative attend. Also the league is seeking bowlers & teams for the fall/winter season.

The league is an 80 percent handicapped men’s league which bowls Wednesday at 6:45 p.m. If interested, call Chacko’s Lanes or Frank Lipski at 675-7532.

Crestwood Football Booster Club will have its monthly meeting will be Wednesday, August 22 at 7 p.m. at Tony’s Pizza. Parents of players are encouraged to attend.

Dick McNulty Bowling League will hold a reorganization meeting on Tuesday, August 14 at 7 p.m. at the Miners-Mills Triangle Club on East Main Street. The league is an 80 percent handicap league. Bowlers and teams interested in joining the league should call Fred Favire at 215-0180 or Windy Thoman at 824-3086. The league gets underway August 28.

Duryea Little League will be holding its regular monthly meeting this Sunday, August 5 at 7 p.m. at the Duryea Little League. Fall ball sign ups will be also taken at this time from 7 to 8 pm.

NEPA Women’s Golf Association will hold its summer meeting at Wyoming Valley Country Club on Friday at 11 a.m. An executive session at 10 a.m. will precede the general meeting. All NEPWGA officers, club officers, handicap chairs and NEP representatives are encouraged to attend. The meeting is open to all members of the NEPWGA. Plains Yankees Football & Cheerleading Organization will hold its next monthly meeting on Aug. 6 at 8 p.m. at the Polish Americans Veterans Club in Hudson. All are welcome to attend.

St. Conrad’s Bowling League will meet Aug. 15 at St. Conrad’s YMS, South Washington Street WilkesBarre. All teams are required to have a representative attend. Any individual or teams wishing to join are asked to attend. The league is a 90 percent handicap men’s league that bowls Wednesday at 6:45 p.m. If interested, call Butch Bauman at 954-6009. The league bowls at Chacko’s Family Bowling Center.

PHYSICALS Lake-Lehman High School will conduct physicals for fall sports at 9 a.m. on the following days: Wednesday, Aug. 8 – all junior high boys. If you are unable to report on your scheduled day, you may

come on the next day scheduled for a boy or a girl. There are new PIAA sport physical forms this year, which can be picked up at the high school office or can be printed from the Lake-Lehman School District web site under Athletics.

All physical forms must be signed prior to the exam by a parent/ guardian. There will be no make-up exams.

Pittston Area Fall Sports Physicals will be given Aug. 8 at 9 a.m. at the Cefalo Center at the high school.

Wyoming Valley West Make-up Physicals will be held Aug. 10 at 3 p.m. at the football stadium. Physical forms are available on the WVW athletics website or can be picked up at the high school on Wadham Street in Plymouth, the middle school on Chester Street in Kingston or at the central office on Maple Street in Kingston.

REGISTRATIONS/TRYOUTS Blue Ribbon Fall Baseball Registration for Wyoming Area students in grades 9-12 Sunday at 1 p.m. at the Atlas field.

NEPA/Abington Wildcats 16 & Under Fastpitch Travel Softball Organization will be hosting tryouts for their fall/summer teams. The team will be attending several college showcases. Tryouts will be held Saturday August 11 from 1- 3 p.m. Sunday, August 12 from 1 – 3 p.m., Saturday August 18 from 1 – 3 p.m. and Sunday, August 19 from 1- 3 p.m. atAbington Heights High School. For more information or to schedule a private tryout, contact Vic Thomas at 351-5187, Mike Thomas at 2417030, John Kelly at 504-4808, or by email atAbingtonWildcats@yahoo.com.

Northeast Bearcats 16/18U travel softball team is looking for a pitcher and a couple position players to fill out its 2013 summer roster. We compete in the regions top exposure showcases, tournaments, and aid in the college recruiting process. For an individualtryout, call Mark at 704-7603.

Pittston Area Golf Tryouts will start Aug. 13 at 4 p.m. at Fox Hill Country Club. Tryouts and practice will run from Aug. 13-17.

Valley Regional Girls Softball League in Drums are holding 10U and 12U tryouts Aug. 8 at 6 p.m. and August 11 at 10 a.m. For directions or more information call 10U coach Joe Balay at 956-4503 or 12U coaches Heather Bensinger at 449-2729 or Troy Shellhamer at 527-3079.

Valley Regional Girls Softball League in Drums are holding 14U and 16U tryouts today, August 9 and August 24 at 5:30 p.m. at the Drums complex. For directions or more information contact coaches Bill Corra for 14U at 578-1774 and Ron Samsel for 16U at 336-0707.

Valley Regional Warriors 18U College Showcase Team Tryouts will be held August 20 at 5:30 p.m. at the Drums Complex, Aug. 25 at 1 p.m. at Marian High School, and Aug. 30 at 5:30 p.m. at the Drums Complex. Individual tryouts are offered on request. For directions or for more information, call coach Ray Letcher at 401-7173 or coach Scott Long at 259-0644. The Warriors play in some of the best college showcase tournaments in the Northeast.

West Side Little League will hold fall ball registration on Wednesday August 8 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Courtdale Borough Building. A $20 fee will apply. Contact Chris Matelllo at 760-8593 or Eric Fisher at 706-6264 for more information.

Wyoming Valley West golf tryouts will be held on Aug. 13-14 at 6 a.m. on the practice green at Irem Temple Country Club in Dallas. Any boy or girl entering grades 9-12 are eligible. Players are reminded to have all their paperwork at that time. Practice and match schedules will be discussed. For more information, call coach Gary Mack at 430-4649 UPCOMING EVENTS/OTHER Brussocks Bowling League clam bake will be held August 12 from noon to 6 p.m. at the Swoyersville American Legion picnic grounds on Shoemaker Street. Please contact Fred Favire 215-0180 or Mazz 288-6309.

Family Service Association of Wyoming Valley will hold its fourth annual Pauly Friedman 5K Family Walk/Run Aug. 12 at Misericordia University. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. and race time is 9:30 a.m. Cost is $25 per person.

Pre-registration may be done by calling FSAWV at 823-5144 or on line at www.fsawv.org. Event will be held rain or shine.

Hanover Area Football will be having a chicken BBQ dinner at the Ashley Fireman’s Park Aug. 19 from noon to 4 p.m. The cost of the dinners is $9 and they can be purchased at the door. If you have any questions, call Sharon at 510-9190.

Modrovsky Park will host the third JNL Labor Day Classic Sept. 3 (Labor Day) beginning at 11 a.m.

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This year’s JNL Classic will feature two divisions of 20 teams in each division. Those divisions are 16 and up and 15 and below. The wiffle-ball tournament will be one day. Team and player registration will be available at leaguelineup.com/ modrovskypark beginning Sunday.

The registration fee is $5 per player. Please see the tournament director (Luke Modrovsky) when you arrive to turn in your registration fee and to sign-in. If you have any questions, call Luke Modrovsky at 905-3201.

Pittston Area Soccer Booster Club is seeking donations for its annual Patriot Cup Soccer Tournament, to be held on Saturday, August 11. Any donations of food, water, Gatorade, baked goods, etc. can be dropped off on Thursday, August 9 from 6-8 p.m. at the Primary Center Club House. In addition to food or beverages, all parents of boys and girls soccer players at the junior and senior high level are kindly asked to consider volunteering time on the day of the tournament. Any questions or concerns can be addressed to Brenda Walsh at 655-9303.

Run for the Cannoli 5K will take off August 19 at 3 p.m. at the Queen of Heaven Parish on 13th and Vine streets in Hazleton. Cash prizes are given to the top three male and female finishers. The race runs in conjunction with the St. Mauro’s Italian Festival. All runners will receive a t-shirt, $5 in festival food tickets and a cannoli. Pre-registration is $17 and must be in by Monday, August 13. Registration is $22 on day of race. Race applications can be obtained online at neparunner.com. For more information, please contact race director Dino Oberto at 401-8168.

Solomon Junior High School, in conjunction with the American Heart Association of NEPA, will host a play day field hockey event held at Solomon/Plains Jr. High School Aug. 25. All field hockey teams from schools are invited and encouraged to come and participate. The public is cordially invited as well. For entry info, call Brian Fischer at 270-0618.

Bulletin Board items will not be accepted over the telephone. Items may be faxed to 831-7319, dropped off at the Times Leader or mailed to Times Leader, c/o Sports, 15 N, Main St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0250.

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AUTO RACING Noon SPEED — NASCAR, Sprint Cup, practice for Pennsylvania 400, at Long Pond, Pa. 3:30 p.m.

SPEED — NASCAR, Sprint Cup, “Happy Hour Series,” final practice for Pennsylvania 400, at Long Pond, Pa.

BOXING

10 p.m.

ESPN2 — Lightweights, Mercito Gesta (25-0-1) vs.

Ty Barnett (20-2-1), at Las Vegas

GOLF

10 a.m.

TGC — Web.com Tour, Cox Classic, second round, at Omaha, Neb. Noon TGC — Champions Tour, 3M Championship, first round, at Blaine, Minn.

2 p.m.

TGC — PGA Tour-WGC Bridgestone Invitational, second round, at Akron, Ohio 6:30 p.m.

TGC — PGA Tour, Reno-Tahoe Open, second round, at Reno, Nev.

MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL

7 p.m.

CSN – Arizona at Philadelphia ROOT – Pittsburgh at Cincinnati YES — Seattle at N.Y. Yankees 10 p.m.

SNY – N.Y. Mets at San Diego WGN — Chicago Cubs at L.A. Dodgers

OLYMPICS

4 a.m.

NBCSN — LIVE: women’s soccer, quarterfinals;women’s basketball, United States vs. Czech Republic;beach volleyball;women’s volleyball, Brazil vs. China;DELAYED TAPE: boxing;men’s archery, individual Gold Medal final;men’s shooting: 50m prone rifle Gold Medal final, rapid fire pistol, at London NBC BASKETBALL — Women’s: United States vs.

Czech Republic, Russia vs. Australia, Brazil vs.

Canada, Angola vs. Croatia, Turkey vs. China, France vs. Britain, at London 7 a.m.

BRAVO — Tennis: singles and mixed doubles semifinals, at London NBC SOCCER — Women’s soccer, quarterfinals, at various sites 9 a.m.

MSNBC — LIVE: men’s gymnastics, trampoline;women’s water polo: LIVE: Russia vs. Australia, SAME-DAY TAPE: Spain vs. Hungary;weightlifting, Gold Medal finals: men’s 85kg, women’s 75kg;LIVE: women’s handball, Denmark vs. Norway;SAME-DAY TAPE: equestrian, dressage;badminton: men’s and women’s singles semifinals, mixed doubles Gold Medal final;team table tennis, at London TELEMUNDO — Swimming;track and field;women’s volleyball;tennis, singles semifinals;beach volleyball;boxing, at London (same-day tape) 10 a.m.

NBC — SAME-DAY TAPE: swimming;track and field: LIVE: women’s 10,000m Gold Medal final, SAME-DAY TAPE: qualifying rounds;LIVE: beach volleyball;women’s water polo, United States vs.

China;SAME-DAY TAPE: rowing, Gold Medal final, at London 5 p.m.

CNBC — Boxing, at London (same-day tape) 8 p.m.

NBC — Swimming, Gold Medal finals: men’s 100m butterfly, men’s 50m freestyle, women’s 200m backstroke, women’s 800m freestyle;track and field, men’s shot put Gold Medal final;women’s diving, springboard;women’s volleyball, United States vs. Serbia;men’s gymnastics, trampoline Gold Medal final, at London (same-day tape) 12 Mid. TELEMUNDO — Swimming, Gold Medal finals;track and field, Gold Medal final;women’s diving, springboard, at London (same-day tape) 12:35 a.m.

NBC — Track and field;cycling, track Gold Medal finals, at London (delayed tape)

SOCCER

8 p.m.

NBCSN — MLS, New York at Houston

TENNIS

5 p.m.

ESPN2 — ATP World Tour, Citi Open, quarterfinals, at Washington

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ON THE MARK

AMERICA’S LINE

By Mark Dudek Times Leader Correspondent

BY ROXY ROXBOROUGH BASEBALL Favorite

Odds

Underdog

American League TIGERS

9.0

Indians

YANKEES

9.0

Mariners Orioles

RAYS

8.0

RED

10.5

Twins

Angels

8.5

WHITE SOX

Rangers

9.5

ROYALS

A’S

7.5

Blue Jays

NATIONALS

8.5

Marlins

NATIONALS

7.0

Marlins

PHILLIES

8.5

D’backs

REDS

8.0

Pirates

BRAVES

8.0

Astros

CARDS

9.0

Brewers

Giants

10.5

ROCKIES

Mets

6.5

PADRES

DODGERS

7.0

Cubs

National League

T R A N S A C T I O N S BASEBALL American League CHICAGO WHITE SOX — Assigned SS Tommy Manzella to Charlotte (IL). Optioned 3B Brent Morel to Charlotte.

TAMPA BAY RAYS — Optioned RHP Josh Lueke to Durham (IL).

TEXAS RANGERS — Selected the contract of 1B/3B Mike Olt from Frisco (TL). Optioned INF/OF Brandon Snyder to Round Rock (PCL). Transferred RHP Colby Lewis to the 60-day DL. TORONTO BLUE JAYS — Extended their player development contract with Lansing (MWL) through the 2014 season.

National League ATLANTA BRAVES — Placed RHP Jair Jurrjens on the 15-day DL. CHICAGO CUBS — Agreed to terms with 2B Vladimir Frias on a minor league contract and assigned him to Daytona (FSL).

COLORADO ROCKIES — Recalled RHP Alex White from Colorado Springs (PCL).

PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES — Optioned LHP Jake Diekman and LHP Joe Savery to Lehigh Valley (IL).

PITTSBURGH PIRATES — Assigned RHP Erik Turgeon to Bradenton (FSL).

SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS — Placed 1B Aubrey Huff on the 15-day DL, retroactive to July 31. Reinstated C Hector Sanchez and RHP Shane Loux from the 15-day DL. Optioned C Eli Whiteside and OF Justin Christian to Fresno (PCL). Assigned 2B Emmanuel Burriss outright to Fresno.

FOOTBALL

National Football League BUFFALO BILLS — Signed RB Zach Brown.

Placed RB Chris Douglas on the waived/injured list.

CAROLINA PANTHERS — Terminated the contract of OT Jeff Otah.

DENVER BRONCOS — Claimed WR Cameron Kenney off waivers from Seattle.

INDIANAPOLIS COLTS — Signed T Ty Nsekhe.

Waived G Ben Ijalana.

JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS — Signed RB Keith Tolston. Waived TE Gijon Robinson.

MIAMI DOLPHINS — Signed G Chandler Burden.

Waived T Dustin Waldron.

NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS — Signed OL Derek Dennis.

TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS — Signed LB Brian Smith.

HOCKEY

National Hockey League TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING — Signed D Dmitry Korobev to a two-year, two-way contract.

WINNIPEG JETS — Named Larry Simmons assistant general manager.

SOCCER

Major League Soccer SPORTING KANSAS CITY — Signed M Oriol Rosell to a multiyear contract.

COLLEGE

NCAA — Elected Michigan State president Lou Anna Simon chair of the executive committee.

BARTON — Announced the resignation of assistant baseball coach Robbie Monday.

BRADLEY — Named Lindsay Weiss women’s assistant basketball coach.

COLGATE — Named Mike Jordan men’s assistant basketball coach.

HOUSTON — Named Jeff Collier associate athletic director for business and finance.

LEES-MCRAE — Named Steve Hardin men’s basketball coach.

MANHATTAN — Named Ezron Bryson assistant trainer.

PENN STATE — Announced PK-P Anthony Fera and DL Jamil Pollard have left the football team.

ST. ANDREWS — Named Holly Mandeville volleyball coach.

B A S E B A L L Minor League Baseball International League North Division W L Pct. GB Yankees ................................... 61 49 .555 — Pawtucket (Red Sox) .............. 62 50 .554 — Lehigh Valley (Phillies) ........... 61 52 .540 11⁄2 Rochester (Twins) ................... 55 56 .495 61⁄2 Buffalo (Mets)........................... 54 57 .486 71⁄2 Syracuse (Nationals)............... 53 58 .477 81⁄2 South Division W L Pct. GB Charlotte (White Sox) ............. 63 49 .563 — Norfolk (Orioles) ...................... 56 56 .500 7 Durham (Rays)......................... 52 60 .464 11 Gwinnett (Braves) ................... 51 61 .455 12 West Division W L Pct. GB Indianapolis (Pirates)............... 68 44 .607 — Columbus (Indians) ................. 59 53 .527 9 Toledo (Tigers) ........................ 44 68 .393 24 Louisville (Reds) ...................... 43 69 .384 25 Wednesday's Games Lehigh Valley 3, Pawtucket 2, 10 innings Thursday's Games Rochester 4, Toledo 1 Charlotte 8, Louisville 1 Lehigh Valley 2, Pawtucket 1 Durham 0, Gwinnett 1 Syracuse 2, Buffalo 0 Indianapolis 13, Yankees 1 Norfolk 8, Columbus 2 Today's Games Rochester at Toledo, 7 p.m.

Syracuse at Buffalo, 7:05 p.m.

Gwinnett at Durham, 7:05 p.m.

Charlotte at Louisville, 7:05 p.m.

Lehigh Valley at Pawtucket, 7:05 p.m.

Indianapolis at Yankees 7:05 p.m.

Columbus at Norfolk, 7:15 p.m.

Eastern League Eastern Division W Trenton (Yankees) ................. 67 New Britain (Twins) ............... 59 Reading (Phillies)................... 58 Binghamton (Mets) ................ 52 Portland (Red Sox) ................ 50 New Hampshire (Blue Jays) . 43 Western Division W Akron (Indians) ....................... 66 Bowie (Orioles)....................... 57 Richmond (Giants) ................. 55 Altoona (Pirates)..................... 54 Harrisburg (Nationals) ........... 53 Erie (Tigers) ............................ 49

L 44 52 51 57 62 68

Pct. GB .604 — .532 8 .532 8 .477 14 .446 171⁄2 .387 24

L 45 53 56 56 58 61

Pct. GB .595 — .518 81⁄2 .495 11 .491 111⁄2 .477 13 .445 161⁄2

Starting tonight a new Friday promotion for the month of August kicks off at the Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs, with five random fans receiving a $100 Racing Voucher and then each will have the chance to predict the exact finish order of all nine horses in a selected live race. Whoever predicts the exact order of finish correctly will walk away $1 million dollars richer!!

Registration is between 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. in the Racing Lobby. Fans will be selected every week at 8:00 p.m. and you must be 21 years of age or older, a Racing Rewards card is also required.

BEST BET: BEST AROUND (12TH) VALUE PLAY: CAPTAIN BRADY (14TH)

POST TIME 6:30 p.m.

All Races One Mile First-$14,000 Cond.Pace;n/w 4 pm races life 1 Sea Me Now M.Kakaley 7-7-2 Overdue 2 Hawaii And Sun T.Jackson 1-2-2 No slouch 3 Cheyenne Reider E.Carlson 8-2-7 Switches to Carlson 5 Coast To Coast T.Buter 7-5-4 Tends to hang a little 4 Station Threeohsix M.Simons 5-6-4 Been racing in stakes co.

6 Stand Up Comic A.McCarthy 5-9-4 Davis barn better in DE 7 Tattle Tell Teen G.Napolitano 2-8-2 Can hear the whispers Second-$9,000 Cond.Pace;n/w $4,000 last 5 4 Cruznwithdabigdog M.Romano 3-4-5 Completes the early double 2 Caerleon Hanover A.McCarthy 4-8-7 Down a peg in class 3 Gotta Love Him B.Simpson 2-6-7 Grey pacer 8 Allamerican Apache G.Napolitano 8-6-8 Nap’s choice over #1 5 Takeshigemichi T.Buter 10-7-10 Cagey vet on downhill spiral 1 Eagle Jolt R.DiNozzi 4-3-5 DiNozzi??

7 Card Hustler M.Kakaley 7-5-8 Shuffled out 6 Fast Change Art T.Jackson 7-4-4 Running slow Third-$11,000 Cond.Trot;n/w 2 pm races life 3 Aldebaran Malibu J.Pavia 6-10-4 Finds a soft spot 4 Flower Bouquet M.Kakaley 2-7-2 Just missed at Yonkers 2 My Love Bi E.Carlson 4-1-2 Drops from Stallion series 9 Allusive M.Simons 1-2-2 Just broke her maiden 1 Touch Of Charm G.Napolitano 7-7-7 Been facing better 5 Chocoholic M.Romano 8-9-5 NJ sired trotter 6 Margarita Bi A.McCarthy 4-6-3 Yet to take to east coast 7 Summer Blush T.Buter 7-3-5 Fall is coming soon 8 Angevine T.Jackson 8-1-6 Breaker Fourth-$9,000 Cond.Pace;n/w $4,000 last 5 2 Art’s Son G.Napolitano 6-5-4 Takes down weak field 7 Allamerican Major M.Kakaley 5-8-8 Not strongest of fields 9 Roaring Rei M.Simons 6-8-4 Offers a little late steam 4 Indescribable B.Simpson 7-6-4 Didn’t fire in PD debut 5 The Bad Deputy T.Jackson 6-7-8 Just needs a tad more 6 Lies Lies Lies H.Parker 8-9-9 Drops, but off form 1 Arts Blaze J.Pavia 3-8-8 Burned 3 Fine Fine Fine A.McCarthy 8-8-6 I’ll take a pass 8 Western Artwork E.Carlson 5-6-5 Draws an ugly picture Fifth-$9,000 Cond.Trot;n/w $4,000 last 5 3 House On Fire M.Simons 5-3-3 It’s his turn 4 Caitrin Hall B.Simpson 5-5-1 In from the Midwest 2 Pegasus Point J.Pavia 3-3-6 Grabs yet another show 5 Self Professed T.Jackson 2-4-7 Didn’t get it done as fave 8 Lubbock M.Kakaley 8-5-6 Broke 2 of last 3 starts 7 Hellogottagobubye Tn.Schadel 5-9-8 Still gone 1 Second Avenue G.Napolitano 5-6-8 Wrong road 6 Fun N Pleasure T.Buter 7-6-5 Far from fun Sixth-$11,000 Cond.Pace;n/w 2 pm races life 1 Mystical Madison B.Simpson 6-4-1 Alagna barn is red hot 7 Dragon’s Jojo G.Napolitano 2-1-6 Still hasn’t won in 2012 4 Traveling Jeanie A.McCarthy 5-1-4 Blissfull Hall gal 3 Terror In Motion J.Pavia 7-5-1 Watson training at .247 9 Trillian D.Ingraham 2-4-7 Underachiever 8 Kentucky All Star E.Carlson 8-8-4 Not done much at Yonkers 6 Feds Express M.Simons 4-9-1 Off since April 2 Sammy’s Magic Day M.Kakaley 4-3-9 Out of tricks 5 Mark’s Quik Pulse M.Romano 5-6-7 Indeed very slow Seventh-$13,000 Clm.Pace;clm.price $18,000 7 High Stakes Game T.Buter 5-3-1 Finds the right class 6 Pateint Major E.Carlson 7-1-1 Back to reality 3 Articulate G.Napolitano 8-4-1 Fan favorite 5 Love To Rock M.Simons 7-7-6 Been racing better stock 4 NF Drum Roll J.Pavia 3-4-3 Note the driver change 1 Bigtime Rush B.Simpson 5-8-2 Run down 2 Frontier Joe M.Kakaley 6-6-5 Left in the back 8 Tiza Mojo M.Romano 6-8-7 Didn’t like Tioga 9 I O One A.McCarthy 3-8-1 Tires quickly Eighth-$14,000 Cond.Pace;n/w 4 pm races life 3 Joe Rocks J.Pavia 6-3-2 Time to punch out a victory 7 All Blues M.Kakaley 1-5-5 Fresh off career mile 6 Rock Three Times A.McCarthy 4-6-3 Fast off the wings 8 Bittersweet Champ T.Buter 6-3-3 Too little, too late 5 He’s Unbelievable T.Jackson 3-6-7 Looking for check 4 Mr Carmine Fra M.Simons 5-5-8 Not won in a few years 1 Bettor Win G.Napolitano 5-7-8 Loses 2 Oh My Joepa B.Simpson 7-7-8 In the basement Ninth-$9,000 Cond.Trot;n/w $4,000 last 5 1 B Contemporary J.Taggart 4-8-2 Rail the answer 2 Hello Andy E.Carlson 3-8-7 Prep was ok 8 Truth In Action G.Napolitano 5-3-9 Grabs an early spot 3 Wind Neath My Feet T.Jackson 8-7-5 Way back as the chalk 9 Muscles To Spare D.Chellis 3-5-6 Tioga invader 6 Cutty M.Simons 6-5-7 2nd start off the claim 7 Celebrity Legacy D.Ingraham 6-5-4 0-for-20 on season 5 Cannes B.Simpson 4-6-10 Canned 4 Sunset Magic M.Kakaley 4-5-1 Stops abruptly Tenth-$13,000 Cond.Pace;n/w $9,000 last 5 1 Raining Again G.Napolitano 5-4-6 Controls the issue 6 Rick’s Sign E.Carlson 1-7-3 Jogged vs lesser 5 Sand Savage A.McCarthy 4-2-7 Getting closer 7 B N Bad J.Pavia 7-2-6 Dangerous if right 9 Mortal Zin M.Kakaley 7-8-7 Burke trainee 2 San Antony-O T.Jackson 2-3-7 Fails to keep up 4 Ourea Nourrir J.Taggart 5-1-2 Taggart in a funk 3 Jin Dandy B.Simpson 1-7-5 Upset them at the Big M 8 Little Gold Ring B.Adams 3-4-4 Post knocks Eleventh-$9,000 Clm.Pace;clm.price $11,000 2 Chips Galore J.Pavia 6-6-4 In front and drawing away 9 Savvy Savannah E.Carlson 3-5-4 Best of the rest 4 Matt’s Delivery M.Kakaley 2-4-7 Lackluster group 8 Pangali G.Napolitano 7-3-5 In live hands 3 Kanjo M.Simons 1-5-5 Been racing decent in NY 5 Manofleisuresuit T.Jackson 4-3-9 Flattens out 7 Crazy Speed T.Buter 8-4-8 Too unpredictable 1 Cowboy Artist M.Romano 5-7-4 Rides the rails 6 Bungleinthejungle A.McCarthy 6-7-5 Rolls over Twelfth-$13,000 Cond.Pace;n/w $9,500 last 5 7 Best Around T.Buter 1-9-5 Hard to go against 5 Ruffle’s Kiss J.Pavia 4-2-2 Getting there 4 Shine N Shimmer E.Carlson 3-2-2 Steady lady 3 Mamasaidso B.Simpson 1-2-4 Looked good in the mud 6 Southwind Trini A.McCarthy 1-3-8 Romped at Saratoga 8 Farouche Hanover M.Romano 4-5-7 Romano catch drives 1 Shabalabadingdong M.Kakaley 2-6-7 Very competitive field 2 Kayla’s Dream M.Simons 3-3-6 Many have a legit chance 9 I Luv It G.Napolitano 3-1-6 Best race of night Thirteenth-$4,500 Clm.Pace;clm.price $5,000 8 Hokie Spirit A.McCarthy 8-4-9 The drop does it 7 Heather K B.Simpson 9-8-1 Takes some money 3 Mac Martini M.Romano 8-8-5 Complete the trifecta 2 Skyworth H.Parker 4-7-2 Ferriero doing well at Planridge 5 No Mo Parking M.Kakaley 7-5-1 Little since that win 1 Aurorapedia T.Buter 8-7-9 Having issues 4 Real Shark M.Simons 8-7-4 No bite 6 La Brujita J.Pavia 4-8-7 Not happening 9 Star Of India G.Napolitano 8-7-3 One more race to go Fourteenth-$6,000 Clm.Trot;clm.price $7,500 9 Captain Brady H.Parker 4-3-5 Wins ulra-weak finale 7 Jesse’s Gem M.Simons 7-5-4 Could be some balloon payoffs 3 Like A Hush J.Taggart 5-6-6 Yet to hit board this season 5 O-Georgie M.Romano 6-4-5 Winless over last 2 yrs 4 Judith T.Jackson 7-7-9 TJ good with trotters 6 Cross Island King G.Wasiluk 2-8-7 Missed a few turns 8 Vacation Credit B.Simpson 7-7-8 Not panned out 1 Can Do It T.Baker 9-5-5 Still can not 2 Our Little Dip J.Anotnelli 8-7-8 See you tomorrow Thursday's Games Bowie 5, New Britain 3 Portland 3, Akron 0 Trenton 9, 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Richmond at Harrisburg, 7 p.m.

Akron at New Hampshire, 7:05 p.m.

Altoona at New Britain, 7:05 p.m.

Trenton at Bowie, 7:05 p.m.

Binghamton at Reading, 7:05 p.m.

Saturday's Games Binghamton at Reading, 5:35 p.m.

Erie at Portland, 6 p.m.

Trenton at Bowie, 6:35 p.m.

Richmond at Harrisburg, 7 p.m.

Altoona at New Britain, 7:05 p.m.

Akron at New Hampshire, 7:05 p.m.

Sunday's Games Erie at Portland, 1 p.m.

Akron at New Hampshire, 1:35 p.m.

Altoona at New Britain, 1:35 p.m.

Richmond at Harrisburg, 2 p.m.

Binghamton at Reading, 6:05 p.m.

Trenton at Bowie, 6:05 p.m.

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Family comes first as Fera bolts for Texas

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New Jersey’s Alexa Petito, No. 13, is safe as Horlacher’s Megan Straley, No. 4, and Delaney Romanchik can’t come up with the play Thursday afternoon in Old Forge.

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said. “It’s amazing with as little square footage as we draw from to be here against these teams.

We took everyone we could take, and they worked hard to get better and better. They deserve everything that they’ve won.

They’ve earned it.”

The good news – the team was all smiles as it received its medals after the game. They even happily struck poses in celebration of a stellar season.

“I told you I’d do it!” third baseman Jena Simmons exclaimed after raising her arm in a celebratory pose as her medal was presented to her.

Robbinsville threatened in every inning and put a run on the board in the second. The Storm broke the game open in the middle innings, scoring three runs in the third inning on the power of two bunts and a pair of singles to left.

The inning might have been worse for Horlacher if not for a big play by second baseman Mackayla Quick, who made a leaping grab of a pop-up heading to right field.

Robbinsville followed in the fourth with a triple to the fence in center off the bat of Olivia Moser to score Shea Walsh, who singled to open the inning. Runner Sarah Mazalewski scored on a single to center by Grace Maslak.

“We feel like we can put a lot of pressure on teams,” Mark Walsh said. “Today, we made a lot of contact, put the ball in play, and made them make decisions and make plays in the field.”

Faith Jones and Hope Jones,

New Jersey’s Shea Walsh gets on base before Horlacher short stop Megan Straley make the tag.

“It’s amazing with as little square footage as we draw from to be here against these teams. We took everyone we could take, and they worked hard to get better and better. They deserve everything that they’ve won. They’ve earned it.”

Doug Jones Horlacher manager

the top-two hitters for Horlacher during the tournament, had the hits for the Pennsylvania state champions.

“Their pitcher did a great job,” Doug Jones said. “The way she controlled us today was something that really hadn’t happened to us.”

The pitcher, Moser, struck out 11 and walked two in the two-hitter. Catcher Shea Walsh had three hits for Robinsville and Alexa Petito added two hits.

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SCRANTON – In the first game of the best-of-five series American Legion Baseball Commander’s Cup, District 11 defeated the Wyoming Valley 13-0 on Thursday at Battaglia Field.

The series pits the Wyoming Valley American Legion League all-stars and an all-star team from Lackawanna County.

D11 cruised to the victory with the help of a nine-run fifth inning.

Jake McCarthy had two doubles, two RBI and scored two runs for the victors, while James Dunning threw a three-hit shutout.

Greater Pittston’s Kody Nowicki went 2-for-3 and Plains’ Bob Sorokas added the other hit for the Wyoming Valley.

The teams play again tonight at 7 at Battaglia Field in Scranton and will continue through Monday if necessary with all games being played at Battaglia.

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Nanticoke 3, Back Mountain Navy 2

Pitching and defense were the deciding factors for Nanticoke to avance to the final championship game.

Joey Day pitched five innings to get the win on the mound with Derek Cease getting the save with the tying run on base.

Cease also had two hits and two runs scored.

Nick Matson, Trevor Kruczek, JJ Bielecki, Justin Spencer and

Devyn Sura all chipped in with one hit apiece.

Back Mountain Navy was led

by Luke Celgaucio with two hits and a run scored. Ty Osipower, Zack Luksic, Hiden Conrad and James McCabe all had one hit apiece.

The two teams will play again today at 5:30 p.m. for the tournament title.

SWOYERSVILLE U12 TOURNAMENT

Exeter-Pittston 11, Wyoming West Wyoming 5

C.J. Rome had three hits, including a three run home run and pitched four innings to lead Exeter-Pittston over Wyoming West Wyoming.

Dylan Spurlin added three hits and an RBI and John Brady and Matt Wright each doubled in two runs to help the cause.

Dyaln Kostak had an RBI double, P.J. Angeli had a double and a run scored, and Dillon Melberger and Nic Perry singled for Wyoming West Wyoming.

The choice was still very much a difficult one for Anthony Fera. But when ultimately deciding to transfer, it came down to family.

Penn State’s do-it-all kicker announced Thursday he would be headed back to his home state to play for Texas in 2012.

But while the NCAA sanctions against the Nittany Lions are what allowed him to leave and play immediately for the Longhorns, they were not the reason he left.

“The decision to remain at Penn State has been complicated due to an illness in my family,” Fera said in a statement.

“Shortly before I arrived on campus (in 2009), the most important person in my life was diagnosed with MS (multiple sclerosis), making it more and more difficult to travel each weekend from Texas to see me play.

“The Lord works in mysterious ways, and I’ve been afforded the opportunity to give back to my family and make their lives a little easier by transferring to a university much closer to home.”

Fera, a junior, has two seasons of eligibility remaining. He said in his statement that he will be able to work together with both schools to still get his degree from Penn State in the next year.

Also leaving the Lions on Thursday was redshirt freshman offensive lineman Ryan Nowicki, who will transfer to Big Ten rival Illinois, according to multiple reports.

Nowicki, an Arizona native, was one of the first names to come up as a transfer candidate last week. He had looked into multiple schools, including Washington and Arizona State, before making a decision this week. He was not on the Lions’ depth chart coming out of spring practice.

By contrast, Fera had developed into a rare weapon for Penn State, eventually handling field goals, punts and kickoff duties en route to earning All-Big Ten honors.

As a sophomore in 2011, Fera was an impressive 14-of-17 on field goals, including a perfect 11-of-11 on kicks under 40 yards.

He also average 42.0 yards a punt, sticking 18 inside the 20.

He handled all but 10 kickoffs last season, with 10 going for touchbacks.

Penn State will likely replace him with sophomore kicker Sam Ficken and junior punter Alex Butterworth, both of whom have seen the field in the past.

Senior Evan Lewis, a receiver, started last season as the placekicker with Fera in the doghouse.

“Obviously, the next kicker’s gonna have to step up,” Penn State coach Bill O’Brien said Thursday night in an interview with former Lions players Keith Conlin and Tim Sweeney on The Goon Show. “Sam Ficken’s there. We have punters we’ll have to look at.“Sam’s on scholarship. It’s time for Sam to step up and do the job.”

With the departures of Fera and Nowicki, the number of Penn State players to leave since the sanctions were announced increased to eight.

QB Rob Bolden (LSU), walkon FS Tim Buckley (N.C. State), LB Khairi Fortt (Cal), TE Kevin Haplea (Florida State), incoming freshman DT Jamil Pollard (Rutgers) and starting TB Silas Redd (USC) have also left the team.

After Redd, Fera is likely the biggest loss for the 2012 Lions, given his impact on every game on special teams.

Up next on the watchlist for Penn State is senior receiver Justin Brown, who has been in contact with Oklahoma. He told ESPN he had not yet made a decision on whether to stay or go.

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Washington Nationals starting pitcher Ross Detwiler delivers a pitch in the first inning of a game against the Philadelphia Phillies on Thursday in Washington.

Detwiler leads Nats past Phils The Associated Press

WASHINGTON — Ross Detwiler pitched three-hit ball for seven innings, Adam LaRoche homered and the Washington Nationals beat the Philadelphia Phillies 3-0 on Thursday night.

LaRoche had three hits and two RBIs. Jayson Werth also drove in a run in his first game in nearly three months to back Detwiler (6-4), who won for the second time in his last 11 starts.

He gave up three singles and retired his final 14 batters, finishing with three strikeouts and two walks.

Sean Burnett tossed a perfect eighth and Tyler Clippard worked a hitless ninth for his 21st save in 23 chances. He walked two but struck out pinch-hitter Ryan Howard for the third out. Howard is in a 2-for-20 slump.

Mets 9, Giants 1

SAN FRANCISCO — Ronny Cedeno drove in five runs to match his career high, Jason Bay had only his second multiRBI game this year and the New York Mets beat San Francisco to take three of four from the Giants and win their first series in a month.

Bay had three RBIs as Mets won for the fourth time in five games following a 2-14 slide.

His only other multi-RBI game was April 13, when he hit a two-run homer against Philadelphia.

Chris Young (3-5) allowed

one run and four hits in seven innings, struck out four and walked none. He had been 0-4 with a 6.00 ERA in five starts since winning at the Los Angeles Dodgers on June 28.

Reds 9, Padres 4

CINCINNATI — Todd Frazier hit a two-run homer and Johnny Cueto overcame a pair of rare long balls to pitch into the eighth inning Thursday and lead the surging Cincinnati Reds to their 13th win in 14 games.

Scott Rolen had three hits, Frazier had three RBIs and Jay Bruce drove in two runs, helping push the Reds to 23 games over .500 (64-41) for the first time since Sept. 4, 2010.

Braves 6, Marlins 1

ATLANTA — Chipper Jones and Freddie Freeman each hit a two-run double, and the Atlanta Braves scored six runs in the first two innings to beat the Miami Marlins.

The 40-year-old Jones had two hits and is batting .316 in his final season before retirement.

The Braves, 6-1 on their 10game homestand, remained 21⁄2 games behind first-place Washington in the NL East. They won three times in the fourgame series.

Rockies 8, Cardinals 2

DENVER — Tyler Colvin hit a tiebreaking double and rookie Josh Rutledge homered in his

fourth straight game, lifting the Colorado Rockies over the St. Louis Cardinals to avert a three-game sweep.

Wilin Rosario hit his first career pinch-hit homer, a tworun shot off reliever Brian Fuentes in the eighth inning, and Jordan Pacheco went 3 for 3 with two doubles and two RBIs to help the Rockies snap a five-game losing streak. It was their first win in their last eight games at Coors Field. With the score deadlocked at 2, DJ LeMahieu singled off reliever Fernando Salas (1-4) to start the seventh inning and was sacrificed to second. Colvin then doubled to left to put the Rockies back on top.

PITTSBURGH — Todd Frazier might try to downplay the significance of the Cincinnati Reds’ next series, but his family sure isn’t.

As much as Pittsburgh manager Clint Hurdle attempts to shield his players from putting too much emphasis on the importance of the upcoming three games in Cincinnati, many Pirates fans are calling it their team’s biggest series in 15 years.

It’s only the first week of August, but the stakes will be high when the Reds and Pirates meet Friday, Saturday and Sunday — particularly for Pittsburgh, which hasn’t made the playoffs in parts of three decades.

The Reds (64-41) and Pirates (60-44) have two of the three best records in the National League. Cincinnati leads the NL Central by 3 1/2 games over Pittsburgh. But the Pirates are alive and well in NL wild card race.

“I’ve got some family in town, and they’re trying to hype (the series) up to be more than it is,” said Frazier, a Cincinnati infielder who has homered in three of his past five games. “(The Pirates) are getting close (in the standings). It’s exciting.

“It’s still early, but it counts, especially when it’s the team right behind you.”

The Pirates are 39-20 since May 25, having gone15-3-1in the past 19 series. For the past two months, any time they inched up another game above .500, they attained a new high-water mark for the first time since the end of

the 1992 season.

That happens to not only signify Pittsburgh’s previous playoff appearance, it also was the last time the franchise posted a winning record. A North American professional sports record of 19 consecutive losing seasons, of course, followed. To put that streak in perspective, National League All-Star Bryce Harper was born two days after the Pirates were eliminated in the 1992 NLCS. But with Hurdle leading the way, there’s an end in sight for that streak, and — who knows — maybe even the postseason one, as well. The Pirates need only to go 22-36 the rest of the way to secure that winning year.

But Pittsburgh is after much more. And the Pirates, who have won six of their last eight games, can take a big step this weekend.

“We don’t worry about them.

We’re just worrying about ourselves. We can’t afford to lose focus against anybody. We know what we’re trying to do here with this ballclub,” Cincinnati outfielder Ryan Ludwick said. “We can’t worry about those other teams. We just have to worry about ourselves.”

Cincinnati manager Dusty Baker isn’t so sure. He, too, is confident in his club, but acknowledges Pittsburgh’s presence in the standings, as well.

“Everyone,” he said, “in our division is winning.”

Including his own. The Reds will enter the weekend, having won nine of the last 10 games, and three in a row.

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AMERICAN LEAGUE Wednesday's Games N.Y. Yankees 12, Baltimore 3 Chicago White Sox 3, Minnesota 2 Tampa Bay 4, Oakland 1 Detroit 7, Boston 5 Texas 11, L.A. Angels 10, 10 innings Kansas City 5, Cleveland 2 Seattle 5, Toronto 3 Thursday's Games Minnesota 5, Boston 0 L.A. Angels at Texas, (n) Cleveland at Kansas City, (n) Toronto at Oakland, (n) Friday's Games Cleveland (Masterson 7-9) at Detroit (A.Sanchez 0-1), 7:05 p.m.

Seattle (Millwood 4-8) at N.Y. Yankees (Sabathia 10-3), 7:05 p.m.

Baltimore (Tom.Hunter 4-6) at Tampa Bay (M.Moore 7-7), 7:10 p.m.

Minnesota (Duensing 2-6) at Boston (Doubront 10-5), 7:10 p.m.

L.A. Angels (Greinke 0-1) at Chicago White Sox (Humber 5-5), 8:10 p.m.

Texas (M.Harrison 12-6) at Kansas City (Guthrie 0-2), 8:10 p.m.

Toronto (Cecil 2-4) at Oakland (Straily 0-0), 10:05 p.m.

Saturday's Games Seattle at N.Y. Yankees, 1:05 p.m.

Toronto at Oakland, 4:05 p.m.

Texas at Kansas City, 6:10 p.m.

Cleveland at Detroit, 7:05 p.m.

Baltimore at Tampa Bay, 7:10 p.m.

L.A. Angels at Chicago White Sox, 7:10 p.m.

Minnesota at Boston, 7:10 p.m.

Sunday's Games Cleveland at Detroit, 1:05 p.m.

Seattle at N.Y. Yankees, 1:05 p.m.

Minnesota at Boston, 1:35 p.m.

Baltimore at Tampa Bay, 1:40 p.m.

L.A. Angels at Chicago White Sox, 2:10 p.m.

Texas at Kansas City, 2:10 p.m.

Toronto at Oakland, 4:05 p.m.

AMERICAN LEAGUE Twins 5, Red Sox 0

BOSTON — Samuel Deduno allowed two hits in six innings in his third straight strong performance and the Minnesota Twins spoiled a rare solid outing by Jon Lester and beat the Boston Red Sox. Brian Dozier had three hits for Minnesota, including a two-run homer in the ninth.

Deduno, making his sixth major league start, has given up just two earned runs and 10 hits in 19 1-3 innings.

Lester had allowed 25 earned runs over his previous four starts and gave up only three runs and seven hits in eight innings on Thursday but was backed by just two hits against Deduno (3-0) and two relievers.

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place team. That’s what’s at stake,” Hurdle said. “We’re looking forward to going into Cincinnati and playing some baseball.

Last time in there was an exciting series and I don’t anticipate anything different. They have a very, very good ballclub.”

In an indication of just how big the series is, both teams took advantage of circumstance to make subtle adjustments for it. An off day Thursday allowed the Pirates to bump ace A.J. Burnett up, so that he can pitch the series finale Sunday. Burnett (13-3, 3.27 ERA) is coming off a one-hit shutout Tuesday in Chicago.

And Cincinnati starter Johnny Cueto pitched into the eighth inning of the Reds’ 9-4 win over San Diego on Thursday, meaning top relievers Aroldis Chapman, Jonathan Broxton and Sean Marshall will be rested.

The Pirates have won five of nine meetings with the Reds this season, taking two of three June 5-7 in Cincinnati — the last time the teams played. The Pirates won the finale of that series, 5-4, with a 10th-inning run off Chapman, who — at that point of the season — had yet to allow a run.

“These matchups, they seem to be more significant. They are because of the point and time of the season,” Hurdle said. “But, it’s not a measuring stick. There are enough circumstances and instances through baseball history that every time there’s a measuring stick, you look what happens a month later. That measuring stick didn’t measure up so well.”

N A T I O N A L L E A G U E Nationals 3, Phillies 0 Philadelphia

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7 8 3 3 1 9 Schwimer .................

1 0 0 0 2 2 Washington Detwiler W,6-4 ........

7 3 0 0 2 3 S.Burnett H,24 ........

1 0 0 0 0 0 Clippard S,21-24.....

1 0 0 0 2 1 Umpires—Home, Marvin Hudson;First, Jordan Baker;Second, Tim McClelland;Third, Ted Barrett.

T—2:33. A—28,825 (41,487).

Mets 9, Giants 1 New York

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7 4 1 1 0 4 El.Ramirez ...............

1 0 0 0 1 0 R.Ramirez................

1 0 0 0 1 0 San Francisco Zito L,8-8.................. 41⁄3 6 7 7 3 1 Loux .......................... 21⁄3 4 2 2 1 1 Hensley .................... 12⁄3 1 0 0 1 2 Romo ........................ 2⁄3 0 0 0 1 2 HBP—by Zito (Dan.Murphy).

Umpires—Home, Dan Iassogna;First, CB Bucknor;Second, Bill Miller;Third, Dale Scott.

T—2:46. A—41,843 (41,915).

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2B—J.Buck (9), C.Jones (16), F.Freeman (25).

3B—Reyes (8). SF—Ca.Lee. IP H R ER BB SO Miami Eovaldi L,2-7 ...........

2 8 6 6 1 1 Gaudin ......................

4 1 0 0 1 2 Da.Jennings ............

2 1 0 0 2 0 Atlanta Minor......................... 32⁄3 2 0 0 2 1 C.Martinez W,5-2....

3 4 1 1 0 1 Durbin....................... 1⁄3 0 0 0 0 0 Gearrin .....................

1 1 0 0 0 0 Kimbrel .....................

1 1 0 0 1 3 HBP—by Da.Jennings (Re.Johnson), by Eovaldi (Re.Johnson). PB—J.Buck.

Umpires—Home, Sam Holbrook;First, Andy Fletcher;Second, Rob Drake;Third, Joe West.

T—2:56 (Rain delay: 0:42). A—19,685 (49,586).

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Away 27-22 27-26 26-25 25-28

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NATIONAL LEAGUE Wednesday's Games Milwaukee 13, Houston 4 Pittsburgh 8, Chicago Cubs 4 Arizona 4, L.A. Dodgers 0 Philadelphia 3, Washington 2 Miami 4, Atlanta 2 Cincinnati 6, San Diego 4 St. Louis 9, Colorado 6 N.Y. Mets 2, San Francisco 1 Thursday's Games Cincinnati 9, San Diego 4 N.Y. Mets 9, San Francisco 1 Washington 3, Philadelphia 0 Atlanta 6, Miami 1 Colorado 8, St. Louis 2 Friday's Games Miami (Hand 0-0) at Washington (Lannan 1-0), 4:05 p.m., 1st game Arizona (I.Kennedy 9-8) at Philadelphia (Blanton 8-9), 7:05 p.m.

Pittsburgh (W.Rodriguez 7-9) at Cincinnati (Latos 9-3), 7:10 p.m.

Houston (Galarraga 0-0) at Atlanta (T.Hudson 10-4), 7:35 p.m.

Miami (Jo.Johnson 6-7) at Washington (G.Gonzalez 13-5), 7:35 p.m., 2nd game Milwaukee (Wolf 3-7) at St. Louis (J.Kelly 1-4), 8:15 p.m.

San Francisco (Vogelsong 8-5) at Colorado (J.Sanchez 0-2), 8:40 p.m.

N.Y. Mets (Dickey 14-2) at San Diego (Richard 7-11), 10:05 p.m.

Chicago Cubs (Samardzija 7-8) at L.A. Dodgers (Billingsley 6-9), 10:10 p.m.

Saturday's Games Arizona at Philadelphia, 7:05 p.m.

Miami at Washington, 7:05 p.m.

Houston at Atlanta, 7:10 p.m.

Pittsburgh at Cincinnati, 7:10 p.m.

Milwaukee at St. Louis, 7:15 p.m.

San Francisco at Colorado, 8:10 p.m.

N.Y. Mets at San Diego, 8:35 p.m.

Chicago Cubs at L.A. Dodgers, 9:10 p.m.

Sunday's Games Pittsburgh at Cincinnati, 1:10 p.m.

Arizona at Philadelphia, 1:35 p.m.

Houston at Atlanta, 1:35 p.m.

Miami at Washington, 1:35 p.m.

San Francisco at Colorado, 3:10 p.m.

N.Y. Mets at San Diego, 4:05 p.m.

Chicago Cubs at L.A. Dodgers, 4:10 p.m.

Milwaukee at St. Louis, 8:05 p.m.

Reds 9, Padres 4 San Diego

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S—Cueto.

IP H R ER BB SO San Diego Ohlendorf L,3-2 ....... 12⁄3 6 6 6 3 3 3 2 1 1 3 Stults......................... 31⁄3 Hinshaw....................

1 0 0 0 0 2 Brach ........................

2 4 1 1 0 4 Cincinnati Cueto W,14-5 .......... 71⁄3 8 4 4 1 9 Ondrusek ................. 2⁄3 0 0 0 0 0 Arredondo ................

1 0 0 0 1 1 Balk—Ohlendorf.

Umpires—Home, Brian O’Nora;First, Chad Fairchild;Second, Alfonso Marquez;Third, Tom Hallion.

Rockies 8, Cardinals 2 St. Louis

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LOB—St. Louis 5, Colorado 5. 2B—Beltran (16), T.Cruz (6), Colvin 2 (14), C.Gonzalez (24), Pacheco 2 (17), Ra.Hernandez (7). 3B—Jay (2). HR— Rutledge (5), W.Rosario (17). SB—Jay (11). CS— C.Gonzalez (3), Helton (1). S—Lynn, E.Young.

SF—Pacheco.

IP H R ER BB SO St. Louis Lynn ..........................

6 7 2 2 4 4 Salas L,1-4 .............. 1⁄3 3 3 3 0 0 Browning ..................

1 2 2 2 0 0 Fuentes .................... 2⁄3 1 1 1 0 0 Colorado White ........................ 51⁄3 5 2 2 1 3 Brothers W,6-2........ 12⁄3 0 0 0 0 1 Belisle H,14 .............

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2B—Span (28), Morneau (20), Doumit (21), Dozier (10), Ad.Gonzalez (29). HR—Dozier (5).

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1 2 2 2 1 1 T—2:35. A—37,191 (37,495).

T H I S D A T E I N B A S E B A L L Aug. 3 1933 — Lefty Grove of the Philadelphia A’s became the first pitcher since Aug. 2, 1931 — a span of 308 games — to shut out the New York Yankees, winning 7-0.

1948 — Cleveland’s Satchel Paige made his first major league start and went seven innings to lead the Indians to a 5-3 victory over the Washington Senators.

Indianapolis ambush is too much Nunez homers to give Yankees quick lead, but it was all Indians from there.

The Times Leader Staff

ROCHESTER, N.Y. – It was a tough night for Scranton/WilkesBarre as it dropped Thursday night’s game 13-1 to Indianapolis.

Eduardo Nunez started things off in the right direction for the Yankees (61-50) with a solo home run in the bottom of the first inning to give them the 1-0 lead, but the rest of the scoring was done by the Indians (69-44).

Matt Hague reached second on a ground rule double for the Indians and then advanced to third on a Jeff Clement single. He scored on a Yamico Navarro single to tie the game at 1-1 in the fourth inning.

The fifth inning saw runs scored by Jose Morales, Anderson Hernandez, Chase d’Arnaud and Jose Tabata to give Indianapolis a commanding 5-1 lead.

The next inning Christian Marreo nailed a solo home run to make it 6-1.

In the eighth inning Navarro reached first base again and then scored off a Brandon Boggs double making it 7-1 for the Indians.

Indianapolis added more salt to the Yankees’ wound in the ninth inning with scored runs by Clements, Boggs, Marrero, Morales, Hernandez and Tabata delivering the game’s final score of 13-1.

Scranton/Wilkes-Barre and Indianapolis will play again today at 7:05 p.m. at Frontier Field in Rochester, N.Y. Indianapolis

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PRO GOLF

Furyk races out to lead at Firestone The Associated Press

AKRON, Ohio — Jim Furyk made a detour to Florida to sit on his back porch and hang out with his kids as he tried to figure out why decent golf was producing ordinary scores. The short break appeared to do him a world of good Thursday in the Bridgestone Invitational.

With seven birdies and a 30foot eagle putt, Furyk had a 7-under 63 for his best score ever at Firestone and a two-shot lead over Lee Slattery of England.

The conditions could not have been more ideal with sunshine, heat and very little wind, along with carpet for fairways and smooth greens. It showed in some of the tee shots on the South Course — 58 drives of at least 350 yards, and a 427-yarder

by Branden Grace of South Africa — and mostly in the scoring.

Luke Donald, the world’s No. 1 player, and Masters champion Bubba Watson were among those at 66. Thirty players in the 78man field at this World Golf Championship managed to break par.

Tiger Woods was not among them. He was 3 under after backto-back birdies to start the back nine, but had to lay up with his third shot on the par-5 16th after driving into the trees and ended his round with a three-putt bogey from 25 feet for a 70. It was his second-worst start at Firestone, a course where he has won seven times. The other was a 74 in 2010, his last week without a swing coach.

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rubbing her shoulder. When the final standings flashed, Komova dropped her head and hurried to the sidelines, tears falling. She finished about three-tenths behind Douglas, with a score of 61.973.

“I’m still upset because I could have been gold and I didn’t get it,” said Komova, her silver medal buried in the pocket of her warmup jacket.

Mustafina and Aly Raisman finished with identical scores of 59.566, but the Russian got the bronze on a tiebreak. The lowest scores for both gymnasts were dropped, and the remaining three were totaled. That gave Mustafina a total of 45.933 and Raisman 45.366.

“It’s really disappointing, but I’m really happy for Gabby,” said Raisman, captain of the U.S. team. “But it’s definitely really frustrating because we tied for third place. I was so close.”

Douglas, meanwhile, is poised to become the biggest star since Mary Lou Retton. That smile alone is enough to make Madison Avenue swoon, and her personality might just be bigger than she is. (She claims she used to be shy, but it doesn’t seem possible listening to her chatter and giggle.)

Throw in her sweet and sentimental backstory, and her two gold medals certainly won’t be her only riches.

It was two years ago that Douglas told her mom, Natalie Hawkins, that she wanted to move from their home in Virginia Beach, Va., to train with Chow, who coached Shawn Johnson in 2008. Hawkins said absolutely not; there was no way she was allowing the youngest of her four children to move halfway across the country at 14.

But Douglas’ two older sisters lobbied on her behalf, giving their mother a list of reasons why Gabby should be allowed to go. The only reason to stay: They would miss her.

Hawkins finally relented, but not without many second thoughts, including: “That I was crazy. I must have lost my marbles. But she wanted this more than anything.”

Few could have imagined this result a year ago. Jordyn Wieber was the world champion and heavy favorite, while Douglas was the one who was a total mess at the national championships. But she gained confidence as part of the U.S. team that took gold at the 2011 world championships, and proved to herself she was as good as anyone when she beat Wieber at the American Cup in March, never mind that her scores didn’t count because she was competing as an alternate.

After nearly beating Wieber at nationals, she came out on top three weeks later at the Olympic trials. And after Wieber failed to make the all-around because of a rule that limits countries to two gymnasts, Douglas became the one to beat.

“I don’t ever recall anybody this quickly rising from an average good gymnast to a fantastic one,” said national team coordinator Martha Karolyi, who gave Douglas her “Flying Squirrel” nickname.

As she did in Tuesday night’s team final, Douglas set the tone with the very first event, vault.

Once again doing the difficult Amanar — a roundoff onto the takeoff board, back handspring onto the table and 2.5 twisting somersaults before landing — Douglas took a small hop to the left and then another, putting her dangerously close to the out-ofbounds line. She never looked down, but it was clear she knew how close she was, twisting her upper body to the left to absorb the momentum and keep her legs from moving. She stayed in place — and in bounds — and her 15.966 gave her a lead she never relinquished.

Komova made it close on uneven bars, where she looks more like a little hummingbird as she flies between the bars. Her routine is incredibly difficult, yet she does it with such lightness and style. She took a small hop on her dismount, but camouflaged it by immediately thrusting her hands into the air and turning to salute the judges. When her score of 15.966 was announced, she nodded slightly as she zipped her Russian team warm-up all the way to her chin.

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LOCAL RUNNING

Aherns, Rome defend Jack Daniels titles

By ROBERT MINER For The Times Leader

TUNKHANNOCK – Rob Ahrens and Regan Rome successfully defended their crowns in the Jack Daniels Mile on an extremely hot Thursday evening.

Ahrens, 24, of Archbald, broke the tape in 4 minutes and 23 seconds. Ben Robinson, 18, of Tunkhannock, finished second, three seconds later. Chris Wadas, 30, of Courtdale, finished third, six seconds behind Robinson. Tom Damiani, 18, of Tunhannock, finished fourth, one second behind Wadas. And Frankie Redmond, 23, of Harding, finished fifth, one second behind Damiani.

“It was really hot,” said Ahrens, who ran cross country for Baptist Bible College. “In fact, the heat had me really nervous.”

So nervous, in fact, that Ahrens didn’t go all out right from the start like he normally would in a one miler.

“I caught Ben and Chris with about 400 meters remaining in the race,” said Ahrens, who runs for the National Running Center of Clarks Summit. “Then I surged. Ben went with me for a while. I pulled ahead – I’m not

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Runners start Jack Daniels Mile on Thursday evening in Tunchannock.

exactly sure at what point -- and just held on for the win.”

Rome didn’t let the heat influence how she would approach the race.

The 16-year-old flash from Dallas won the female division in 5:08 by just going all out right from the starting gun and never let up.

“I’m not used to running in these short races,” she said.

You wouldn’t know it by her feel. I felt good, so I just continsuccess. She’s now won the race ued to run as hard as I could.”

27th annual Jack Daniels Mile results four years in a row.

Top 10 Rob Ahrens, 24, Clarks Summit, 4:23 Rome outraced second-place Ben Robinson, 18, Tunkhannock, 4:26 Chris Wadas, 30, Courtdale, 4:32 finisher Samantha Snead, 23, of Tom Damiani, 18, Tunkhannock, 4:33 Frankie Redmond, 23, Harding, 4:34 Moscow, by 18 seconds. Rome’s Aaron Wilkinson, 18, Archbald, 4:37 Sean Burke, 19, Clarks Summit, 4:39 teammate at Dallas High School, Kyle Suponcic, 22, Shavertown, 4:45 Jess Adams, 18, Dallas, 4:47 16-year-old Maggie Fannick, fin- Jacob Kanavy, 19, Archbald, 4:48 3 females ished third, 21 seconds behind Top Regan Rome, 16, Dallas, 5:08 Samantha Snead, 23, Moscow, 5:26 Snead.

Maggie Fannick, 16, Dallas, 5:47 “I went out hard,” said Rome. Male award winners: Overall: Ahrens. Age group winners: 8 & under: 1. Nick DeMarco, na; 2. Cael “I wanted to see how I would Doster; 3. Owen Berhimer. 9-11: 1. Ben Schren-

gaus, na; 2. Mitch Rome; 3. Cole Cumans.

12-15: 1. Jack Tidball, 4:51; 2. Dalton Sherman; 3. Ed Cumans. 1619: 1. Ben Robinson, 4:26; 2. Tom Damian; 3.

Aaron Wilkinson; 4.

Sean Burke. 20-29: 1.

Frankie Redmond, 4:34; 2. Kyle Suponcic; 3. Dan Toye; 4. Jeremy Stonier. 30-34: 1. Chris Wadas, 4:32; 2. Kevin Ahrens Rocklachel; 3. Doug Wilson. 35-39: 1. E.J. O’Malley, 5:00; 2. Adam Edwards; 3. Brandon Pieretti. Masters division: 40-44: 1. John Bolesta, 5:29; 2. Martin Perez; 3. Paul O’Horo. 4549: 1. Jim Schools, 6:10; 2. Reggie Gensel. 5059: 1. Tony Korch, 5:23; 2. Rich Pais; 3. Mike Kinney. 60-69: 1. William TTrujillo, 6:32; 2. Jerry Pitkus. 70 & over: 1. Bob Dennison, 8:09; 2. Rich Hause.

Rome Female award winners: Overall: Rome. Age group winners: 8 & under: 1. Meg Johns, 8:30; 2. Karley Lockard; 3.

Anaistan Jerome. 9-11: 1. Lexi Walsh, 6:36; 2. Emily Grow; 3. Justine Buczynski. 12-15: 1. Ally Rome, 5:49; 2. Maggie Toczko; 3. Justine Johns.16-19: 1.

Maggie Fannick, 5:47; 2. Allison Grose; 3. Amanda Hunt. 20-29: 1. Samantha Snead, 5:26; 2. Kelsey Cameron; 3. Leanna Bell. 30-39: 1. Jill MatthewsLada, 6:03; 2. Moriah Peters; Jen Stec. Masters division: 40-49: 1. Michele Brown, 6:23; 2. Jamie Gottschall; 3. Mary Ellen Condeelis. 50-59: 1. Brenda Driving Hawk, 7:38; 2. Donna Fetzko; 3. Frances Urie. 60 & over: 1. Blannie Saylor. Field: 267 (172 males, 95 females). Official starter: Burt Sharp.

Timing: Vince Wojnar (Wyoming Valley Striders).

Results: Endless Mountains Bobcats. Race director: Dick Daniels.

Schedule Sunday: Wilkes-Barre Triathlon (1.5K swim, 40K bike, 11K run) starting at Harveys Lake at 7:30 a.m. and finishing at Penn State Wilkes-Barre, Lehman Twp. Info: 270-4793.

Sunday, Aug 12: Fourth annual Pauly Friedman 5K Run/Walk at the Anderson Sports & Health Center, Misericordia University at 9:30 a.m. Info: 823-5144.

Saturday, Aug. 18: Pittston Tomato Festival 5K Run at the festival grounds, just off Main Street, Pittston at 10 a.m. Info: Jay Duffy, 883-1438 or Jerry Mullarkey, 654-4601.

NASCAR TRUCK SERIES

Martel Racing will Go Pink at Pocono The Times Leader staff

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NASCAR Truck Series driver Todd Bodine, right, hands the microphone to ’Onion Slice’ charity golf tournament honoree Michael Hales of Scranton after giving remarks at the Blue Ridge Trail Golf Course in Rice Township on Thursday afternoon. It was the third year for the event. In the past two years, more than $175,000 in proceeds raised were invested in services to help pediatric patients who are treated for brain injuries and other neurological impairments at Allied Services Heinz Rehab Hospital. This year’s tournament was presented by Northeast Toyota Dealers and Jack Williams Tire.

ished 41st due to engine failure.

Newman’s first stock car victory came at Pocono in July 2000 when he won the ARCA race. His first Cup victory came in 2002 Continued from Page 1B when he won from the pole at whether we run good or struggle Loudon.

I wouldn’t take too much away from it because this place is so BONUS CASH FOR FANS A lucky fan could win $100,000 much different than other tracks we’re going to run the rest of the if Dale Earnhardt Jr. wins the Pennsylvania 400. year.”

Pocono Raceway President CLOSING IN ON 400 and CEO Brandon Igdalsky has The Pennsylvania 400 will be pledged the money if Earnhardt the 389th Cup start for Ryan Jr., who has never won at the track, goes to Victory Lane.

Newman.

Fans must register at the track Newman made his debut in the 32nd race of the 2000 season at prior to the halfway point of the Phoenix. He started 10th and fin- race at which time the potential

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ute, 54.27 seconds, just off his winning time in Beijing but still good enough for gold, ahead of Lochte.

When it was done, there wasn’t that water-pounding celebration we’ve seen so many times from Phelps — just a slight smile as he hung on the lane rope, gazing up at the stands and soaking it all in.

“Going into every call room, I said it’s my last semifinal or my last prelim,” Phelps said, reflecting on a busy day that included a morning swim, then two more races in the evening.

“We’re kind of chalking up all the lasts of certain things.”

As he powered to the wall, his mom Debbie screamed, “Go! Go! Go!” When Phelps touched first, she dropped her

head, kissed her two daughters — both former swimmers — and let the tears flow.

When Phelps stepped on the medal podium — yep, that familiar top rung — his eyes were glassy and he whispered a joke to Lochte, trying to keep the moment light. Then, staring up at the U.S. flag while the national anthem played, Phelps bit his lip and seemed to be struggling to hold back his own tears.

“Once it’s all over, it’s going to really hit me emotionally,” he said. “I know for my mom it’s very emotional. I’m the last Phelps to come through. She’s watched my sisters go through the sport and retire.”

Phelps has never been too revealing with his emotions away from the pool.

But, with just two days to go in his swimming career, there’s a definite chink in the facade.

He’s starting to look as hu-

winner’s name will be drawn at random.

RECORD RUNNER-UP Mark Martin finished second at Pocono in June, his seventh runner-up finish at the track. It set a NASCAR record for the most second-place finishes without a victory at the same track.

HORNISH JR. RETURNS Sam Hornish Jr. will drive the No. 22 Dodge in play of A.J. Allmendinger, who was suspended

by NASCAR for failing a drug test. Penske Racing fired Allmendinger on Wednesday. It will be Hornish Jr.’s eighth Pocono start. man out of the water as he seems superhuman in it.

“To be able to win the gold medal and be the first to threepeat, it means something,” said Phelps, whose first gold in London was swimming the anchor on the 4x200 freestyle relay.

“It’s pretty special and something that I’m very happy for.”

So a farewell games that started as a bit of a disappointment is definitely looking up.

He’s now won two golds and two silvers in five races — not the eight golds in China, but a more-than-fitting capper to a brilliant career that still has two more races to go: the 100 butterfly Friday and the 4x100 medley relay Saturday.

Lochte settled for silver in 1:54.90, having split with Phelps in their two head-tohead races in London. Hungary’s Laszlo Cseh took the bronze, well behind the Americans in 1:56.22.

The PA Breast Cancer Coalition (PBCC) has teamed up with Bill Martel Racing to promote breast cancer awareness and education at the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Pocono Mountain 125 and The Pennsylvania ARCA 125 races Saturday at Pocono Raceway in Long Pond.

Go Pink at Pocono benefits the PA Breast Cancer Coalition and event organizers are excited to cheer on race veteran Kyle Martel, of Lebanon, as he drives one-of-a-kind vehicles decorated with pink ribbons during the two events.

There will also be the Go Pink Track Walk around the track for race teams and spectators after the ARCA race at approximately 5 p.m. There is a $10 donation required to participate, or $20 to participate and receive a commemorative t-shirt.

Registration is required for the walk and can be done starting at 8 a.m. at the PBCC Registration Tent located in the middle area of the grandstands.

Walkers will meet there about 30 minutes prior to the event.

“This unique event will take the message of breast cancer awareness and early detection to thousands of Pennsylvania families,” said Pat Halpin-Murphy, president and founder of the PBCC. “We are extremely grateful to Bill Martel Racing for joining forces with the PBCC.” Kyle Martel, 25, started racing 20 years ago when he teamed up with his father, Bill Martel. At the age of 12, he became the National Quarter/ Midget Champ. He then moved up to Mini-Cup Cars at the age of 12. He was the youngest NASCAR Super Late winner at the age of 16. He entered the ARCA Series at the age of 21.

“We are both honored and excited to promote the PBCC at one of the most visible races in the NASCAR Camping World Truck and ARCA Series – and for one of the best causes in Pennsylvania,” said Rob Ziemba, Public Relations Manager for Bill Martel Racing. “Our team is participating in both races and is helping to organize a special track walk after the ARCA race for the PBCC.

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The PA Breast Cancer Coalition car will run in Saturday’s ARCA race.

“Ryan and I have had a lot of great races,” Phelps said. “He has brought the best out of me many times.”

Ever the competitor, Phelps had hoped to go even faster, looking to not just win gold but take down Lochte’s world record of 1:54.00 from last year’s world championships.

Rebecca Soni made quite a splash, too, on a night dominated by the Phelps-Lochte showdown.

Tearing through the water in her favorite pink suit, Soni set her second world record in as many days to defend her Olympic title in the 200 breaststroke.

She finished in 2:19.59, breaking her own mark of 2:20.00 set in the semifinals.

Soni broke into a big smile when she saw the time, racing the clock more than she was anyone in the water. Japan’s Satomi Suzuki took silver, more than a second behind at

2:20.72, while Russia’s Yulia Efimova claimed bronze in 2:20.92.

“I’m so happy,” Soni said. “I can’t believe I did it.”

While Lochte couldn’t hold on in the backstroke, it was still quite a night for the Americans.

Clary rallied on the final lap to pull off the upset in an Olympic-record 1:53.41. Japan’s Ryosuke Irie also got by Lochte on the final stroke, taking silver in 1:53.78. Lochte’s time was 1:53.94.

“You always have big dreams in your head that you think you might be able to pull off something like that,” Clary said.

“The fact that it just came to fruition is something that hasn’t even processed in my mind yet. The fact that I’m now an Olympic champion and Olympic-record holder is something that is very humbling. It’s also very motivating for the next four years.”

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USA couldn’t miss a record-setting day Led by Anthony’s 3-point shooting, Americans bury criticism and Olympic marks in epic victory.

By TOM WITHERS AP Sports Writer

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Spain’s Elsa Baquerizo, left, looks on as United States Jennifer Kessy reacts after making a shot during a beach volleyball match at the Summer Olympics in London on Thursday.

BEACH VOLLEYBALL

Four U.S. teams move on

All four American teams — two in the men’s tournament and two in the women’s — finished the round-robin atop their pools, with defending gold medalists Todd Rogers and Phil Dalhausser beating the Czech Republic in the finale.

Defending world champions Emanuel and Alison of Brazil struggled through an extended first set to beat Italy and win their group. The Brazilians beat Paolo Nicolai and Daniele Lupo 26-24, 21-18.

Americans Jennifer Kessy and April Ross finished 3-0 with a 21-19, 19-21, 19-17 victory over Spain. Kerri Walsh Jennings and Misty May-Treanor finished their pool play with a No. 1 seed on Wednesday, as did Jake Gibb and Sean Rosenthal.

LONDON — The last group in England with this many records was The Beatles.

Carmelo Anthony and the U.S. men’s Olympic basketball team rewrote the record books Thursday in a 156-73 romp over Nigeria, an epic blowout that answered the Americans’ detractors after two opening routs that provoked criticism of their slow starts and outside shooting.

They led by 26 in the first quarter, had an Olympic-record 78 points in the first half and Anthony scored 37 points, including 10 of 12 3-pointers, to break the U.S. single-game scoring record in less than three quarters.

“Our guys just couldn’t miss,” said coach Mike Krzyzewski.

Incredibly, they eclipsed the 100-point

mark with 5 minutes still left in the third.

“When we get hot, it’s a big problem,” Kobe Bryant said.

“So you have all these guys on one team and then all get hot on the same night, it’s tough.”

UP NEXT They broke the Team USA Olympic record for vs. Lithuania most points in a 9:30 a.m. game with 4:37 still TV: NBCSN to play, and set U.S. records for 3-pointers (26), field goals (59) and field-goal percentage (71).

When Andre Iguodala hit a 3-pointer with 4:37 left, the Americans had surpassed the previous Olympic record of 138 points set by Brazil against Egypt in 1988. When the record was announced to the mesmerized crowd, all the players seated on the U.S. bench got up and walked single file past Krzyzewski, slapping hands with him and his staff.

Gentlemen, take a bow.

“It was just one of them nights where as a unit we had it going,” Anthony said.

“It could have been anybody out on the court playing against us.”

The Americans seemed intent on breaking Nigeria’s spirit, and when that was accomplished with ease, they made a profound statement with their marksmanship.

Nigeria was the first to get the message.

“When they shoot like this, I don’t know if there is any team that can beat them,” said Ike Diogu, one of the Nigerians who promised not to be intimidated by the Americans.

Bryant scored 16 points — 14 in the first quarter — for the Americans, who scored 49 points in the first, left the floor leading 78-45 at half and then doubled their total in the second half.

Russell Westbrook finished with 21 points, Kevin Love 15 and Kevin Durant 14 for the U.S., which will play Lithuania on Saturday. The Americans have won their first three games with ease, but now things are expected to get a lot tougher as they approach next week’s medal round.

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USA’s James Harden slams a dunk after beating Nigeria’s Al-Farouq Aminu during a men’s basketball game at the 2012 Summer Olympics on Thursday in London.

Rookies are leading way for women

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Team USA has hardly been challenged in first three games at Olympics.

American wins gold

Kayla Harrison tried to keep it together. Once the national anthem started, so did the tears.

Harrison defeated Britain’s Gemma Gibbons to win the United States’ first judo gold medal in Olympic history, taking the 78-kilogram title.

The 22-year-old Middletown, Ohio, native who lives in suburban Boston went to the medal podium determined not to cry. After one note of “The StarSpangled Banner,” she succumbed.

“I’m just so honored to be America’s first gold medalist, and so happy to realize my dream,” she said.

By DOUG FEINBERG AP Basketball Writer

TENNIS

Federer advances

Roger Federer is still rolling in his pursuit of his first Olympic singles medal.

Federer beat American John Isner 6-4, 7-6 (5) and will play No. 8-seeded Juan Martin del Potro in the semifinals.

Serena Williams, another reigning Wimbledon champion who is seeking her first Olympic singles medal, advanced by beating former No. 1 Caroline Wozniacki of Denmark 6-0, 6-3.

Williams’ opponent in the semifinals Friday will be top-seeded Victoria Azarenka, who beat Angelique Kerber 6-4, 7-5.

Russians Maria Sharapova and Maria Kirilenko will meet in the other women’s semi.

Novak Djokovic also advanced on the men’s side and next plays Britain’s Andy Murray.

CYCLING

Delayed gold for Germans

Germany’s Miriam Welte and Kristina Vogel checked a computer screen several times before erupting in laughter.

Yup, Olympic champions.

Welte and Vogel won the gold in sprint track cycling after the Chinese duo of Guo Shuang and Gong Jinjie was disqualified for a lane change in the final.

The Chinese pair had finished a victory lap and was celebrating when the announcement was made.

Britain broke its own world record set earlier in the day to win its second straight gold medal in the men’s team sprint. The team of Philip Hindes, Jason Kenny and Chris Hoy posted a time of 42.600 seconds, bettering the mark of 42.747 they had set in the previous round.

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Team USA beats Brits

Tony Azevedo scored four goals and the U.S. men’s team beat Britain 13-7 to remain undefeated at the London Games.

The Americans are on top of Group B with six points, one ahead of gold medal-favorite Serbia, with two preliminary stage matches to go.

Serbia played to an 11-11 draw with Montenegro. The Serbs face the U.S. on Saturday.

Spain, Greece, Hungary and Croatia all won.

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The United States’ Clayton Stanley, center, spikes the ball past Brazil’s Murilo Endres, left, and Sidnei dos Santos Jr. during a men’s preliminary match at the Olympics on Thursday in London.

U.S. wins Beijing rematch vs. Brazil

By ANNE M. PETERSON AP Sports Writer

LONDON — Captain Clay Stanley scored 19 points and the U.S. men’s volleyball team defeated Brazil 3-1 at the London Olympics on Thursday in a preliminary-round rematch of the Beijing final.

The 23-25, 27-25, 25-19, 25-17 victory extends the U.S. team’s Olympic winning streak to 11 matches, dating to Beijing.

The fifth-ranked U.S. team dropped the first set but rebounded to win the next two at London’s Earls Court, where the Brazilian fans far outnumbered their U.S. counterparts.

On a roll, the team went up17-10 in the fourth on Russell Holmes’ block, even though Brazil had finally inserted star Giba into the match. Reid Priddy spiked for match point.

Priddy finished with 17 points. Leandro Vissotto Neves led No. 1 Brazil with 15.

The Americans went undefeated in Beijing and beat Brazil for the gold.

The march came after coach Hugh McCutcheon’s father-in-law was stabbed to death at UP NEXT a Beijing tourist site Team USA the day before the vs. Russia opening ceremony.

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The U.S. men weSaturday ren’t considered TV: NBC among the favorites to medal in London. The team is now led by coach Alan Knipe after McCutcheon moved to the women’s team.

But the Americans claimed the silver medal in the recent World League tournament before opening the Olympics with dominant straight-set victories over Serbia and Germany.

Brazil also faced questions coming in-

to the London Games after a disappointing finish in the recent FIVB World League tournament, where it failed to make the semifinal for the first time since 1998.

But the Brazilians have looked strong in London, with sweeps of Tunisia and No. 2 Russia.

Coach Bernardo Rezende had rested star Gilberto Godhoy Filho, known universally as Giba, in the preliminary matches, playing the 35-year-old veteran only sparingly.

Giba, who had surgery on his left leg earlier this year, had both of his knees wrapped and did not start the match.

When Brazil fell behind in the fourth set, theBrazilianfansstartedcheeringGiba’s name. He entered the match to wild applause.

The U.S. men took their first lead of the opening set when Stanley’s ace made it 10-9. Brazil stayed close, but couldn’t manage to retake the lead until Vissotto Neves’ ace made it 24-23.

Cycling champ celebrates with drink or two or ...

By ROB HARRIS AP Sports Writer

LONDON — Bradley Wiggins promised to forgo the traditional flute of champagne when he won the Tour de France. The British cyclist made up for it after winning an Olympic gold medal with a booze binge.

Wiggins celebrated with a full hedonistic sprint Wednesday night, giving his adoring public a running commentary as he showed his endurance extended beyond the roads.

“Getting wasted,” he posted on Twitter along with a picture of himself posing with a drink and flashing a V for victory with St. Paul’s Cathedral gleaming in the background.

He didn’t slow down from there.

“Blind drunk at the minute and overwhelmed,” he posted later. “It’s been emotional.”

ThemedalwasWiggins’ seventh, making him the most decorated British Olympian of all time. Then the drinks started flowing at the British Olympic Association’s games base next to Olympic Park.

“He is absolutely thoroughly entitled to have a fantastic party and celebrate,” BOA chairman Colin Moynihan said Thursday.

“Nobody deserves it more.”

After competing, Moynihan, a former Olympicrower,said“yougetabitdehydrated.”

“That vodka and tonic might have had a bitmoreofaneffectthanitmighthavedone under normal circumstances,” he said.

Wiggins on July 22 became the first BritontowintheTourdeFrance.Afterdonning

his winner’s yellow jersey on the ChampsElysees, he said he would pass on the champagne and turn his focus to the London Games. It paid off.

“It’s extraordinary what he has done,” said Andy Hunt, head of Britain’s Olympic delegation. “There isn’t a person in the country who wouldn’t want to buy him a drink.”

After winning his first gold, at the 2004 Athens Games, Wiggins struggled to cope with the letdown, going on a nine-month drinking binge.

“In 2004, I was almost an alcoholic after the Olympics,” he recalled during the Tour de France last month.

Such excesses are no more, he insists.

“I lead a pretty normal life,” he said Wednesday night between sips of a vodka and tonic. “I’m not a celebrity. I will never be a celebrity.”

LONDON — The U.S. women’s basketball team has been unstoppable at the London Games — and its starters have hardly broken a sweat.

The Americans’ Olympic rookies have led the way.

The U.S. has rolled through its first three opponents, winning by UP NEXT 36 points a Team USA game with vs.

Czech major conRepublic tributions from its 5:15 p.m. today TV: NBCSN bench.

They play the Czech Republic today. The U.S. beat the Czechs in the 2010 world championship title game.

The second unit, led by Angel McCoughtry, Lindsay Whalen and Maya Moore, has been spectacular. The trio sparked the Americans, helping the U.S. shake off a slow start and eventually wear down Turkey in Wednesday’s 31-point win.

“You put them on the floor and they really disrupt the other team on both ends of the floor,” said U.S. coach Geno Auriemma of his reserves.

Buoyed by the success of the second group, Auriemma hasn’t needed much from veterans Diana Taurasi, Sue Bird and Tamika Catchings — all of whom have been instrumental in the team’s 36-game Olympic winning streak. The three captains will be called upon more as the Americans advance into the elimination round, which they qualified for with Wednesday’s win.

“Our second group has done a tremendous job so far,” said Taurasi, who is averaging seven points in 22 minutes.

“There’s still a lot of games left and we’ll be ready.”

Besides her play on the court, Whalen can offer insight to the coaching staff after spending the past few years playing in the Czech Republic during the WNBA offseason.

“These guys have all played internationally and definitely help in learning about the other team’s personnel,” Auriemma said.

While the Americans have already clinched a spot in the quarterfinals, the Czechs (1-2) still are trying to advance.

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Add one more golden coat to his invincible armor LONDON — A little payback.

Another shiny new medal to add to a collection that isn’t quite complete even yet.

It seems kind of silly to say Michael Phelps needed to win the gold medal Thursday night in his second Olympic showdown with rival Ryan Lochte — not when he already had 15 of them stashed away somewhere for safekeeping.

His place in Olympic history was secure before he even tested the water in the London pool. And all he did this week was add another mark to the record books by becoming the biggest medal winner ever in any Olympic sport.

But need it he did, which might explain the smile of satisfaction on his face after holding Lochte off in his final kick in the 200-meter individual medley for his first individual gold in London. In the last race of his career against Lochte, he not only came out a winner but set him-

ever, better than Jesse Owens or Larissa Latynina, the Soviet gymnast who until this week held the record for most medals ever. There isn’t such a thing, TIM DAHLBERG self up nicely for what will likely anyway, because a swimmer has be two more gold medals before nothing in common with an his last Olympics is finally over. boxer, just as a basketball player “It’s a relief to win an individ- has nothing in common with an ual gold,” Phelps admitted after- archer.

But we may never see an ward. “I fell short in the first athlete dominate for so long the couple of events.” way Phelps has dominated The frustration Phelps felt in being edged out for the gold on swimming the last three Olymhis last stroke in the 200 butter- pics. Six golds in Athens and eight in Beijing will make this fly was forgotten, at least for the Olympics pale by comparison, night. So was the lopsided loss but Phelps will still almost sureto Lochte in their first meeting ly leave London as the biggest in the 400 IM here, where medalist of these games.

Phelps looked so ordinary that So London Olympic chief the whispers began that he Sebastian Coe doesn’t consider might be finished. him the greatest Olympian ever.

He’s not, and odds are he’s not So what. done adding medals to his reHis fellow racers know the cord haul either. kind of talent that will be misTwo more races, two more sing from the pool after Phelps good shots at gold. By the time swims his final two races. he finishes on Saturday, his tally “Phelps is out of our league,” will be complete — and it will Serbia’s Milorad Cavic said. be staggering.

He sure looked that way again Forget the talk about him on this night, touching at 1 being the greatest Olympian minute, 54.27 seconds, just off

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his winning time in Beijing, to become the first male swimmer to win the same individual race in three consecutive Olympics.

It was in marked contrast to the stumbling start he had five days earlier when Lochte beat him by 4 seconds in the 400 IM and Phelps didn’t win any medal at all.

Then came the the loss in the butterfly to Chad le Clos of South Africa when he tried to glide in instead of taking an extra stroke. The whispers became even stronger that either Phelps didn’t train hard enough for these games or that there was something wrong with him.

Wrong on both counts.

“We had the big downer to start, so it took him a while — a couple downers, actually — so he had to kind of crank that up,” said Bob Bowman, his longtime coach. “He’s gotten himself together. Physically he’s good and it lets us know he’s going to be pretty good tomorrow and finish up strong.”

Lochte had come into London hoping to take Phelps down, and be the biggest medal win-

ner himself. He’s done here, but not before having an Olympics most athletes can only imagine — two golds and five medals overall — beating Phelps headto-head for one of them.

In the ready room before their race, the two friends and rivals laughed and joked with each other, both knowing their days of racing each other were about over.

“We’ve been racing for eight years now and the rivalry we created has been tremendous for the sport and our friendship,” Lochte said. “I’m going to miss him.”

A lot of people are going to miss Phelps — including NBC, which rode his gold medals to big ratings every time he got in the pool. Indeed, his legacy may not just be in the medal count but the star power he gave his sport and the way he helped keep the U.S. dominant in Olympic swimming.

He’s got two races left, a 100butterfly on Friday and a 4x100 medley relay Saturday that will officially end his remarkable career. He warmed up for the

Tim Dahlberg is a national sports columnist for The Associated Press.

New Zealand not backing down to U.S.

Watch out, as parents looking on

NBC’s ’parent cams’ providing interesting look during Olympic competitions.

By KEVIN BAXTER Los Angeles Times

By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer

American gymnast Aly Raisman earned a gold medal for her athletic prowess in London. It’s her mom who’s gone viral.

NBC’s video of Lynn Raisman watching her daughter perform on the uneven bars Sunday, with her nervous murmurs and face and body contortions, was the single most replayed moment on Tivo digital video recorders that night. It has even inspired a YouTube spoof.

The network doesn’t have “parent cams” trained on the stands during every Olympic event.

Moms and dads are featured only when they are relevant to the story lines, veteran NBC producer Molly Solomon said Thursday.

But they’ve already been indelible parts of the network’s coverage in the first few days of the London Games.

The parents of American gymnasts John Orozco and Dannel Leyva were palpable presences during that sport’s coverage. The bronze medal-winning Leyva’s dad was his coach and a bundle of energy. NBC introduced Orozco’s parents in a segment that talked about the sacrifices they made in helping the Bronx athlete reach a high level of competition. When Orozco’s dreams were shattered by some subpar performances, he was near tears, and his mother’s face reflected similar agony.

“Can you imagine the emotions of watching your kid compete?” Solomon said. “To me it’s part of the fabric of the story.”

One of NBC’s best moments came after South African Chad Le Clos unexpectedly beat American Michael Phelps in the butterfly. Americans by now are used to seeing Phelps’ mom, Debbie, cheer her son’s many medal-winning performances. This time the camera caught her in a doubletake, first thinking it was another gold medal before learning her son had been beaten in the end.

butterfly with a dominating performance in the semifinal after his gold medal race and will be a heavy favorite to win his last individual gold.

It’s entirely conceivable — no, make that likely — that Phelps will go home with four golds and two silvers in seven races here. That’s not the eight golds of Beijing, but it will make him the biggest medal winner among swimmers and would bring his final Olympic medal total to 22, 18 of them gold.

On this night, his mother seemed more excited than he was, leaping and waving her arms in celebration when he edged out Lochte. Phelps, knowing that there was more work to be done, simply smiled and leaned over the lane divider to shake hands with Lochte one final time.

Their rivalry is over, and his Olympics is about over.

And with it, one of the most brilliant careers in sports will be over.

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The United States’ Paige Selenski, of Dallas, left, vies for the ball in the women’s hockey preliminary round match at the 2012 Summer Olympics on Thursday in London.

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LONDON -- After a huge victory Tuesday over Argentina, the United States field hockey team was blanked

by Australia on Thursday morning, 1-0.

Anna Flanagan scored on a penalty corner in the 33rd minute for Australia, which dominated the game offensively.

The U.S. was outshot 14-7, with five American shots coming in the final 10 minutes.

“Australia got three points off us today, and when every game is a mustwin and you let points slip away, it hurts you in the end,” U.S. team captain Lauren Crandall said in a release. “We have two more games left so we’re definitely looking to get three points out of the New Zealand and South Africa games. We’ve got to refocus and get back to how we know how to play."

Dallas High School graduate Paige Selenski played just 27 minutes but was credited with one shot – her third consecutive Olympic contest with a shot.

She may have been the best offensive player in the second half for the U.S., drawing her team’s lone penalty corner of the half by drawing a foul on Australia’s Jade Close and earning a long cor-

ner with 9:40 remaining. She also had a couple of possessions inside the circle but couldn’t corral a lead pass from Katie O’Donnell with 7:10 to play after getting in behind the defense.

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The American squad must win out and score a significant number of goals to be in position to be successful on potential standings tiebreakers.

The good news for the U.S. (1-2) – Argentina, Australia, Germany and New Zealand are all 2-1 in Pool B, leaving the door open for any of the five countries to advance to the medal round.

“We are very disappointed with the outcome,” U.S. coach Lee Bodimeade

said. “This match was one we targeted as getting three points in and today we came up empty. We had chances, but unfortunately did not capitalize."

The U.S. earned a penalty stroke in the first half after Rachel Dawson’s blast from the top of the circle on a penalty corner was kicked aside by Australian defender Jodie Schulz. Crandall took the shot and beat goalkeeper Toni Cronk, but hit the post.

The second-half corner for the U.S., a shot by Claire Laubach, was turned aside legally by Aussie defender Madonna Blyth.

Michelle Kasold and Melissa Gonzalez both had big drives later in the second half turned aside by Cronk.

Flanagan’s goal, her second of the Olympics, came on a flick shot high over the shoulder of U.S. keeper Amy Swensen on the stick side. Flanagan had shot wide on her previous two attempts on Australian penalty corners.

Swensen kept the U.S. in the game with a pair of 10-bell saves in the 54th minute, stopping rockets from Fiona Boyce and Megan Rivers just seconds apart. Rivers and Emily Smith teamed on consecutive give-and-go plays five minutes later, both of which were turned aside by Swensen.

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LONDON – Here’s a stat New Zealand might be interested in going into Friday’s Olympic soccer quarterfinal against the unbeaten U.S. women’s team: The U.S. has lost just two of the 98 games in which Abby Wambach has scored at least one goal.

And Wambach has scored in each of the Americans’ three games in this tournament. So you can do the math.

But New Zealand captain Rebecca Smith, who was born in Los Angeles and attended Chadwick School in Palos Verdes, figures UP NEXT her team will show up Team USA for the game in Newvs. castle anyway. And she New Zealand promises they aren’t 9:30 a.m. today showing up just to TV: NBCSN watch.

“We’re not overawed by the U.S.,” she said. “The days of New Zealand looking up to other players are over. We’ve proven that we deserve to be on the world stage, and even though some of our players are really young, they have a lot of experience.”

And they’ll get more valuable experience Friday when New Zealand plays a match beyond the group stage for the first time in a FIFA tournament, having advanced to the knockout stage here by finishing third in its four-team group.

The U.S. women, the two-time defending Olympic champions, have been here before, of course. Several times, in fact, since they’ve won three of the previous four Olympic tournaments, finishing second the other time. However, this is the first time they’ve advanced by winning all three of their pool-play matches.

“We have a lot of confidence going into this match,” said U.S. striker Alex Morgan, who scored twice in the final five minutes to beat New Zealand, 2-1, in February, the last time the teams played.

Confident, but not overconfident, since that scare makes it unlikely the U.S. will take New Zealand lightly.

“If we lose, we’re done,” Morgan said.

“This is a huge game for us. It’s win or go home.”

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Graham hopes to show he was worth the pick

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BETHLEHEM — Brandon Graham has a third chance to prove he’s not a first-round bust.

The Philadelphia Eagles coveted Graham so much they traded three draft picks to move up and select him with the 13th overall pick in the 2010 NFL draft.

Graham, a defensive end, has all of three sacks in two seasons.

Now, he enters Year 3.

Maybe the third time really will be the charm for Graham. After all, it’s time to prove he was worth that investment.

“Brandon has a chip on his shoulder,” defensive coordinator Juan Castillo said. “He came back in great shape. He’s a competitor, man. He’s being challenged and he worked his butt off this offseason.

When you look into his eyes, you can see that there’s a fire there. I guess maybe he wants to prove (everyone) wrong. I’m excited to watch him play.”

Graham will have an opportunity to show what he can do right away. He’s practicing with the No. 1 unit because of injuries to starting defensive ends Jason Babin and Trent Cole.

When the Eagles (No. 8 in the AP Pro32) open the preseason next Thursday, Graham expects to be out there with the starters.

“That’s going to be the first time for me to show them what I’m going to do in the games and that’s how I’m taking it,” he said. “Like it’s my first step to where I want to be and hopefully it goes exactly how I planned it to go, how I envisioned it to go. All I can do is work hard and that’s what I’m going to do and we’ll see when that day comes.”

Graham had a stellar career at Michigan before coming to Philadelphia. He had 291⁄2 sacks, 56 tackles for loss and eight forced fumbles in 46 games across four seasons. He was the first defensive player in school history to be voted team MVP twice.

Graham played in 13 games as a rookie before tearing the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee. It wasn’t the normal six-to-eight month ACL rehab because Graham had microfracture surgery on his knee. He missed the first two months of the 2011 season, returned in November and played in just three games.

While Graham has struggled trying to live up to expectations, Jason PierrePaul has flourished. PierrePaul was selected by the New York Giants two picks later, and don’t think that Graham doesn’t hear those comparisons daily. People criticize him on social media and friends tell him what others are saying to motivate him. Pierre-Paul had 161⁄2 sacks last year and played a key role in helping the Giants win the Super Bowl.

“Everybody’s got their own unique things about themselves,” Graham said.

“I feel like I’m just trying to get better just with my run game and just get better in all areas.”

A healthy Graham could be an asset in defensive line coach Jim Washburn’s system. Washburn uses a widenine scheme that benefits speedy ends because they can line up outside and go all-out after quarterbacks.

Babin had 18 sacks last year. Cole had 11.

Washburn likes to rotate his linemen to keep them fresh, so Graham will get plenty of reps if he’s among the top eight. The Eagles have depth on the line, though. Besides Babin, Cole and Graham at end,

there’s also Darryl Tapp, Philip Hunt and rookie second-round pick Vinny Curry. The tackle spot is stacked with Cullen Jenkins, rookie first-round pick Fletcher Cox, Antonio Dixon, and Mike Patterson.

Eagles trade LBs Fokou, Lloyd to Colts

BETHLEHEM — The Philadelphia Eagles have traded linebackers Moise Fokou and Greg Lloyd to the Indianapolis Colts for cornerback Kevin Thomas and a conditional sevenround pick in the 2013 draft.

Thomas, a third-round pick in 2010, played in nine games last season with the Colts, starting five. He had 33 tackles and three knockdowns. Thomas spent his rookies season on injured reserve because of a knee injury.

Injuries force Rolle, Giants secondary to shuffle

ALBANY, N.Y. — With the status of Terrell Thomas’ injured right knee uncertain, the New York Giants are hoping for the best and preparing to make changes in case the veteran cannot play this season.

Thomas re-injured his right anterior cruciate ligament for the third time in his career when he slipped in practice Sunday during the Super Bowl champions’ third training camp practice.

Initially, the Giants said Thomas re-injured his ACL and probably would have arthroscopic surgery. He went to California to get a second opinion from the surgeon who reconstructed his ACL last year, and the five-year veteran plans to be examined by Alabamabased surgeon Dr. James Andrews next week, the Giants said.

Both Carolina kicking spots up for grabs at camp

SPARTANBURG, S.C. — For the first time in 18 seasons, the Carolina Panthers enter the preseason with their kicker and punter positions both up in the air.

After years of stability with kicker John Kasay and punters Jason Baker and Todd Sauerbrun, the Panthers have an open competition at both spots.

Veteran kicker Olindo Mare, who had a pair of costly late-game misses against Minnesota and Atlanta last season, is trying to fend off former CFL kicker Justin Medlock for that job. Rookie Brad Nortman, in whom the Panthers invested a sixth-round draft pick, is hoping to hold off veteran Nick Harris for the team’s vacant punting spot.

Coach Ron Rivera acknowledges it’s a little unsettling not knowing who his kickers will be, but says the competition has been “excellent” at both positions.

Source: Browns sold, pending NFL approval

A person with knowledge of the sale tells The Associated Press that Cleveland Browns owner Randy Lerner has reached a deal to sell the team to Tennessee truck-stop magnate Jimmy Haslam III. Lerner will sell 70 percent of the Browns to Haslam now, with the other 30 percent reverting to him four years after the closing date, the person says on condition of anonymity because the sale has not officially been announced.

While the papers have been signed, the NFL must approve the sale. Approval from 24 of the 32 teams is required, and no date has been set for a vote because the sale has not been presented to the league yet.

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Birdbath, Maytag Wringer washer, Rythm dinnerware and other, Magnalite cookware, old prints & mirrors, and other wall decor, Green bubble and other glassware, some pottery, model #5 typewriter, drafting set and other small items, few old fishing rods, lamps, Victorian and Mid-Century ceiling fixtures, books, puzzles, records, videos, shelving units, refrigerator, HDTV, tools, linens and general household items, clothes, and a whole lot more!!!!!!!

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Exceptionally nice 3 bedroom, 2 bath mobile home nestled on a 1.8 acre lot. Attractive eat-in kitchen, all appliances included. Large living room & laundry. Enjoy breezes on your screened porch.

One owner.

MLS # 12-2457 $74,900 Barbara Metcalf 570-696-0883

6 room apt. includes heat & water $700 month + utilities & security & references. Refrigerator & stove included.

Parking available.

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Slot revenue falls in July Slot machine revenue at Pennsylvania’s 11 casinos fell 2.5 percent in July compared to a year earlier, the state Gaming Control Board announced Thursday. Without the contribution of Valley Forge Casino Resort, which opened in March, the decline would have been 4.1 percent at the 10 casinos open in both periods.

The board blamed the shortfall on the calendar, saying July 2011 contained five “full weekends” while July 2012 contained four.

Slot revenue fell 1 percent at Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs and 2.7 percent at Mount Airy Casino Resort.

Only Sugar House Casino in Philadelphia showed an increase.

The Associated Press

NEW YORK — Shoppers showed some spending muscle in July, once summer clearance sales and the hottest July in 50 years got them in the mood.

Solid sales reports from retailers Thursday took some of the sting out of weak June manufacturing data. And improving trends in unemployment benefit applications provide hope for slightly better job growth in coming months a day before the government reports on July employment.

U.S. retailers reported better-thanexpected July revenue in stores open at least a year, an encouraging sign at the beginning of the back-to-school season, the second-biggest shopping season behind the holidays.

A preliminary compilation by the International Council of Shopping Centers of 20 retailers found revenue in stores open at least a year rose 4.6 percent in July, higher than the 3 percent to 3.5 percent the ICSC expected.

A pair of government reports Tuesday pointed to more weakness with U.S. manufacturing and only slight improvement in the slumping job market.

Companies placed fewer orders with U.S. factories in June than May. The Commerce Department said orders fell 0.5 percent, the third decline in four months. And orders that signal business investment plans dropped 1.7 percent, pulled down by less demand for computers and machinery.

The number of Americans seeking weekly unemployment benefits rose by 8,000 last week to a seasonally adjusted 365,000, the Labor Department said in a separate report.

Chick-fil-A sales record Chick-fil-A appears to have set a company record in sales on Wednesday, a day on which Americans were encouraged to show their support for the fast-food restaurant whose leadership has drawn both criticism and praise in recent weeks for its opposition to same-sex marriage.

The privately held company declined to give specific sales figures but released a statement to the Los Angeles Times confirming that frenzied sales of chicken sandwiches and waffle fries had made for a record-setting day.

Another airfare hike For the second time in less than two weeks, major U.S. airlines are raising fares.

United Airlines confirmed Thursday that it increased prices on many U.S. flights by $10 per round trip.

J.P. Morgan airline analyst Jamie Baker says he’ll be surprised if Southwest follows suit, coming only two weeks after airlines raised base fares by $4 to $10 per round-trip ticket.

If discount airlines such as Southwest refuse to go along, United could be forced to retreat.

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CrisNic’s Irish Pub, formerly the Barney Inn, will reopen later this month.

A bit of Irish flair

Barney Inn will become CrisNic’s Irish Pub

By BILL O’BOYLE boboyle@timesleader.com

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ILKES-BARRE – The former Barney Inn will soon reopen as CrisNic’s Irish Pub. Mark Flaherty, owner of A Touch of Class Catering in Parsons, has purchased the business and he hopes to be open by the end of August.

“The people of South Wilkes-Barre need a good place to go to,” Flaherty said. “We’ll have everything from wings to lobster tail and the place will be non-smoking.”

Flaherty said he named the place af-

years ago and Fisher kept the restaurant open as Fish’s Barney Inn. After Fisher died, his family contacted Flaherty and asked if he would be interested in buying it back, Flaherty said.

“We think we will do well,” Flaherty, former owner of Beer Bellies, said.

“We’re looking forward to it.”

The McCabe family opened the business in 1939 in the city’s North End, before settling at the Barney and Horton street location in 1959. It was always known for political victory parties and Irish celebrations with dishes like ham and cabbage on St. Patrick’s Day.

ter his two daughters – Cris, 22, and Nic, 20. He and his wife, Colleen, are the owners and they already have plans to add a patio next year for outside dining.

CrisNic’s will be open seven days per week – 11 a.m. to midnight during the week and 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. on weekends, Flaherty said.

This is Flaherty’s second ownership of the former Barney Inn. He purchased it from the McCabe family in 2003 and later added a partner, the late Joe Fisher, who died in April. Flaherty and Fisher dissolved their partnership

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DirecTV Inc. said Thursday that it lost 52,000 U.S. subscribers in the April-to-June period. Last year, it added 26,000 in the same period, which is seasonally the weakest of the year.

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Foreign Exchange & Metals

METALS Copper Gold Platinum Silver Palladium

ST. LOUIS — Drought conditions have worsened in several parched Plains states, further punishing withering corn and soybean crops and devastating the pastureland that ranchers depend on, according to the latest U.S. drought map.

Thursday’s release of the weekly U.S. Drought Monitor map came as the House took up disaster-relief legislation meant to help livestock producers who have seen feed prices soar due to what for many is the worst drought in decades.

That legislation, opposed by conservation and anti-tax groups who see it as another government bailout, was unlikely to receive Senate consideration before Congress adjourns for its August recess.

ank Aftewicz, pharmacy manager, and Shannon Hawk, store manager, stand in front of the new Walgreens pharmacy that opened July 13 in the plaza on the Pittston Bypass.

07/17/08

According to the latest Drought Monitor update, based on conditions as of Tuesday morning, the area of the lower 48 states experiencing extreme drought — the second-highest classification behind exceptional drought — rose nearly 2 percentage points from the previous week, to 22.3 percent. This was due largely to a worsening of conditions in parts of Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska and Oklahoma.

As of this week, nearly half of the nation’s corn crop was rated poor to very poor, according to the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service. About 37 percent of the U.S. soybeans were lumped into that category, while nearly three-quarters of U.S. cattle acreage is in drought-affected areas, the survey showed.

By JIM SUHR Associated Press

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NATIONAL FORECAST Partly sunny, hot, more humid

SATURDAY Showers, storms

83° 67°

85° 70°

88° 69°

TUESDAY Sunny, less humid

MONDAY Partly sunny

WEDNESDAY Partly sunny, a shower

83° 60°

Syracuse 89/68

Wilkes-Barre 91/70 New York City 93/73 Reading 93/70

88/66 82/61 96 in 2002 47 in 1947

Cooling Degree Days*

Yesterday Month to date Year to date Last year to date Normal year to date

12 20 588 545 370

*Index of fuel consumption, how far the day’s mean temperature was above 65 degrees.

Precipitation

Yesterday Month to date Normal month to date Year to date Normal year to date

Sun and Moon

Sunrise 6:01a 6:02a Moonrise Today 8:52p Tomorrow 9:21p Today Tomorrow

The Finger Lakes

Highs: 86-92. Lows: 66-72. Expect a few showers and thunderstorms today and tonight.

Brandywine Valley

Highs: 90-95. Lows: 69-75. Isolated to widely scattered thunderstorms may develop today and linger into tonight.

Atlantic City 92/73

Yesterday Average Record High Record Low

95/61

Delmarva/Ocean City

Highs: 88-93. Lows: 71-75. Isolated thunderstorms will be possible today and early tonight.

0.57” 0.60” 0.25” 19.71” 21.87” Sunset 8:17p 8:16p Moonset 7:44a 8:50a

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101/81

91/73

105/81

101/76

95/77 61/50

91/79

87/73 59/48

City

Yesterday

Anchorage Atlanta Baltimore Boston Buffalo Charlotte Chicago Cleveland Dallas Denver Detroit Honolulu Houston Indianapolis Las Vegas Los Angeles Miami Milwaukee Minneapolis

56/51/.16 97/75/.00 90/69/.00 82/68/.00 83/65/.00 96/70/.01 92/66/.00 89/60/.00 106/82/.00 91/62/.01 91/65/.00 83/74/.00 94/79/.00 97/62/.00 98/78/.00 71/62/.00 90/78/.00 89/72/.00 88/72/.00

City

Yesterday

Amsterdam Baghdad Beijing Berlin Buenos Aires Dublin Frankfurt Hong Kong Jerusalem London

70/59/.00 115/86/.00 88/66/.00 88/59/.00 55/41/.00 68/54/.00 81/68/.00 97/86/.00 93/72/.00 72/59/.00

Today Tomorrow 61/50/c 91/73/t 93/72/pc 93/71/pc 90/72/pc 91/72/t 91/77/pc 93/72/pc 105/81/s 95/61/s 84/74/pc 87/73/pc 95/77/pc 97/75/pc 103/83/t 71/61/pc 91/79/t 82/73/pc 88/69/pc

ALMANAC Recorded at Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Int’l Airport River Levels, from 12 p.m. yesterday.

94/71

71/61

The Jersey Shore

Philadelphia 94/75

Temperatures

91/77

84/74

65/54

Highs: 88-92. Lows: 66-70. Expect a slight chance of thunderstorms today and tonight.

Poughkeepsie 90/68

93/73 88/69

80° 60°

Highs: 85-92. Lows: 73-75. Isolated thunderstorms will be possible today into tonight.

Pottsville 92/68

Harrisburg 94/68

74/52

The Poconos

Albany 91/66

Towanda 90/67

State College 91/66

80/57

TODAY’S SUMMARY

Binghamton 86/67

Scranton 91/70

THURSDAY Mostly sunny

85° 65°

REGIONAL FORECAST Today’s high/ Tonight’s low

NATIONAL FORECAST: Strong to severe thunderstorms will accompany a potent storm system crossing southern Canada, the Northern Plains and the Upper Midwest. Rain will be likely behind this system, where much cooler air will filter in. Showers and thunderstorms also look to affect much of the Southeast, in addition to portions of the Lower Great Lakes and Desert Southwest.

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Myrtle Beach 88/73/.00 Nashville 97/71/.00 New Orleans 93/79/.00 Norfolk 90/72/.00 Oklahoma City 111/82/.00 Omaha 95/71/.00 Orlando 93/75/.00 Phoenix 105/85/.00 Pittsburgh 85/61/.00 Portland, Ore. 71/55/.00 St. Louis 98/76/.01 Salt Lake City 94/71/.00 San Antonio 100/75/.00 San Diego 73/66/.00 San Francisco 69/53/.00 Seattle 70/54/.00 Tampa 89/80/.00 Tucson 98/74/.00 Washington, DC 94/75/.00

WORLD CITIES

Today Tomorrow 72/57/sh 116/84/s 81/74/t 75/58/t 59/42/c 67/56/sh 79/60/pc 91/80/t 88/69/s 70/57/sh

71/58/t 117/83/s 83/74/t 78/59/pc 56/40/c 64/52/sh 81/58/pc 93/80/t 86/68/s 70/54/t

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77/54/.00 86/70/.00 77/61/.00 77/63/.00 84/68/.00 113/88/.00 86/68/.00 88/79/.00 95/79/.00 86/63/.00

Today Tomorrow 89/75/t 90/71/t 93/78/t 93/72/pc 108/78/pc 98/70/s 94/75/t 106/86/pc 91/67/pc 89/60/s 97/79/pc 94/66/s 100/77/s 73/65/pc 69/55/pc 80/57/s 92/78/t 101/76/pc 94/71/pc

88/75/t 91/73/t 91/77/t 92/74/pc 103/76/pc 87/62/pc 93/76/t 107/86/pc 90/70/pc 98/62/s 101/74/pc 94/70/s 98/78/s 74/65/pc 68/55/pc 91/60/s 93/77/t 101/77/pc 92/74/pc

Today Tomorrow 74/52/t 82/60/t 81/58/s 74/62/pc 85/65/s 114/86/s 91/68/s 89/79/pc 88/78/pc 87/65/t

72/55/t 86/67/pc 83/67/t 75/57/pc 86/63/pc 115/85/s 90/68/s 86/77/t 87/77/pc 82/63/pc

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Today will be more humid and therefore will feel a bit hotter than it did on Thursday. The chance of having isolated thunderstorms show up will increase heading into tonight, but most places today will stay dry. Since June 1, I've measured 6.77". That's about 2" below normal, but for sure conditions out west are much worse.

Consider how dry it is in Indianapolis, where so far this summer only 9 tenths of an inch of rain has fallen.

They are now 8" below normal and 10.4" below for the year.

Here at home a cold front approaching on Sunday will heighten the chance for showers and storms on Sunday night.

- Tom Clark

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BID NOTICE Sealed bids and/or request for proposals (RFP’s) will be received by Mr. Anthony Ryba, Secretary, Hazleton Area School District, 1515 West 23rd Street, Hazle Township, Pennsylvania 18202-1647, until 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, August 14, 2012, for the following: 1) 2) 3) 4) 5)

Hazleton Area High School Water Leakage Improvements Project Phase III (Bid) Printing Services (Bid) Purchase & Installation of ADA Pool Chair Lifts (Bid) Purchase & Installation of a Milling Machine (Bid) Purchase & Installation of a Sprayer Simulator (Bid)

Public Bid / RFP Opening: Date: Tuesday, August 14, 2012 11:05 A.M. Time: Location: HASD Administration Building First Floor Conference Room 1515 West 23rd Street Hazle Township, PA 18202-1647 A copy of the specifications for these bids/contracts/RFP’s may be obtained at the office of the undersigned or call (570) 459-3111 ext. 3106. In addition, bids / RFP’s may be obtained off of the school district website (http://www.hasdk12. org/webbids). Questions regarding the bid specifications should be directed via email to Robert J. Krizansky (krizanskyr @hasdk12.org).

All proposals must be submitted in a sealed envelope, which shall be plainly identified as a bid and/or RFP. Where indicated, bids / RFP’s shall be accompanied by a certified check or bid bond in an amount specified within the specifications of the proposal to be drawn in favor of the Hazleton Area School District. Emailed or faxed bids will not be accepted.

The Hazleton Area School District reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids / RFP’s received and the right to waive any informalities. /s/ Anthony Ryba Secretary / Business Manager LEGAL NOTICE N0. 2012- 6 ORDINANCE An Ordinance of the County of Luzerne amending Section 1.04(Y) Administrative Code in accordance with the Home Rule Charter of Luzerne County (the “Charter”).

WHEREAS, Article VI of the Charter requires that an Administrative Code be established that sets forth a plan for the organization,administrative structure, procedures, and operations of the County government; and WHEREAS, on June 19, 2012, the County Council passed Ordinance 2012-5, which adopted an Administrative Code with an effective date of July 19, 2012; WHEREAS, Section 1.04 promulgated a definition of Domestic Partner and set forth an affidavit requirement for Domestic Partner; WHEREAS, County Council wishes to amend the definition of Domestic partner and remove the affidavit requirement; THE COUNCIL OF THE COUNTY OF LUZERNE HEREBY ENACTS THE FOLLOWING: SECTION ONE. Incorporation of Preamble.

The provisions set forth above in the preamble to this Ordinance are incorporated herein by reference in their entirety.

SECTION TWO. Amendment of Section 1.04(Y) of Administrative Code.

The amended definition of Domestic Partner set forth in section 1.04(Y) shall be the following: Domestic Partner shall mean a person in a stable relationship between 2 individuals, where both: 1. Are at least 18 years old; and 2. Are not related to the other domestic partner by marriage or blood, within the degree of consanguinity defined by PA law; and where evidence of a stable and committed relationship exists through one or more of the following: 1. Financial interdependence for a period of no less than one (1) year; and/or 2. Sharing of at least one residence; and/or 3. Other credible evidence of such relationship.

SECTION THREE: Removal of Affidavit Requirement.

The affidavit requirement set forth in Section 1.04(Y) is removed in its entirety.

SECTION FOUR. Effective Date.

This Ordinance shall take effect on the fifteenth (15th) day following its enactment.

SECTION FIVE. Repealer.

Any Resolution or Ordinance or parts thereof that conflict with or are inconsistent with this Ordinance are hereby repealed to the extent of the conflict or inconsistency with this Ordinance.

Enacted by County Council, this 31st day of July, 2012 James L. Bobeck, Chair Linda McClosky Houck, Vice-Chair Attest: Brittany Burgess, Clerk of County Council

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LAUREN WACKLEY, Plaintiff vs.

S&B RESTAURANT, INC., Individually and t/a and d/b/a THE WOODLANDS INN & RESORT ROKOM, INC., Individually and t/a and d/b/a THE WOODLANDS INN & RESORT, TRAMAR DILLARD a/k/a FLORIDA Defendants

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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF LUZERNE COUNTY

CIVIL ACTION-LAW JURY TRIAL DEMANDED

No. 2012-3271

TO: Tramar Dillard, a/k/a FLO RIDA: Be advised that Plaintiff Lauren Wackley has instituted an action against you for injuries sustained.

NOTICE TO DEFEND If you wish to defend, you must enter a written appearance personally or by an attorney and file your defenses or objections in writing with the court. You are warned that if you fail to do so the case may proceed without you and a judgment may be entered against you without further notice for the relief requested by the plaintiff. You may lose property or other rights important to you.

YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR LAWYER AT ONCE. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A LAWYER, GO TO OR TELEPHONE THE OFFICE SET FORTH BELOW. THIS OFFICE CAN PROVIDE YOU WITH INFORMATION ABOUT HIRING A LAWYER. IF YOU CANNOT AFFORD TO HIRE A LAWYER, THIS OFFICE MAY BE ABLE TO PROVIDE YOU WITH INFORMATION ABOUT AGENCIES THAT MAY OFFER LEGAL SERVICES TO ELIGIBLE PERSONS AT A REDUCED FEE OR NO FEE. Legal Services of Northeastern Pa., Inc. 410 Bicentennial Bldg.

15 Public Square Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701 (570) 825-8567 OR 21 North Church Street Hazleton, PA 18201 (570) 455-9511 ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Sealed bids will be received at the OFFICE OF CITY MANAGER, CITY HALL, NANTICOKE CITY, 15 EAST RIDGE STREET, NANTICOKE, PA 18634 until 11:00 A.M. local time on AUGUST 31 and then publicly opened and read aloud. A Contract may be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder at the next meeting of the City Council.

Bids are invited for the installation of a new pedestrian bridge at City Hall. The bridge is at the rear of the building and leads to the alley between Ridge Street and Union Street.

Contract documents, including drawings and technical specifications are on file at the office of Penneastern Engineers at 165 North Wilkes-Barre Boulevard, WilkesBarre PA 18702. Copies of the contract documents may be obtained by a nonrefundable deposit of Fifty Dollars ($50.00) per set during normal business hours, Monday through Friday at the Penneastern’s office. Phone (570) 8234712. DO NOT CONTACT CITY HALL. Prospective bidders are urged to familiarize themselves with the site and review the scope of work and construction documents. Any contractor who does not do so and submits a bid does so at his own risk.

Bid proposals must be on the forms provided at Penneastern’s Office.

Bid Security in an amount equal to ten percent (10%) of the total bid shall be submitted with each bid in accordance with the instructions to bidders.

Nanticoke City reserves the right to reject any or all bids or portion thereof or to waive informalities in the bidding.

The Federal Labor Standards, Davis Bacon Wage Determination Decision and Anti-Kickback regulations (29 CFR, Part 3) issued by the Secretary of Labor are included in the contract documents of this project and govern all work under Contract #1.

Non-discrimination in Employment – Bidders will be required to comply with the President’s Executive Order #11246 and will be required to insure that employees and applicants for employment are not discriminated against on the basis of their race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability or familial status in employment or the provision of services. In addition to EEO Executive Order 11246, Contractors must also establish a 6.9% goal for female participation and a 1.0% goal for minority participation in the aggregate on-site construction workforce for contracts in excess of $10,000 as per the notice of requirement for affirmative action as contained in the contract documents.

Attention is called to Section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968, 12 USC 179 LU and the Section 3 clause and regulations set forth in 24 CFR, Part 135.

The City of Nanticoke does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or familial status in the provision of services.

NORTHEAST PA TOP JOBS The following companies are hiring:

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Your company name will be listed on the front page of The Times Leader Classifieds the first day your ad appears on timesleader.com Northeast PA Top Jobs.

For more information contact The Times Leader sales consultant in your area at 570-829-7130.

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INVITATION FOR BIDS The Municipality of Kingston in corporation with the Luzerne County Office of Community Development, will receive Bids for the 2012 Community Block Development Program, Mercer Avenue Pump Station Rehabilitation Project, generally comprised of the replacement of three (3) existing stormwater pumps and all incidental work related thereto until 11:00 A.M. (local time) on the 20th day of August, 2012 at the Kingston Municipal Building located at 500 Wyoming Avenue, Kingston, PA 187043681. The Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud immediately thereafter.

A pre-Bid conference will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, August 10, 2012 at the Kingston Municipal Building located at 500 Wyoming Avenue, Kingston. Representatives of OWNER and ENGINEER will be present to discuss the Project. Bidders are encouraged to attend and participate in the conference.

CONTRACT DOCUMENTS, including DRAWINGS and PROJECT MANUAL, may be examined and obtained at Borton-Lawson Engineering, Inc., 613 Baltimore Drive, Suite 300, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702-7903.

CONTRACT DOCUMENTS may be examined at the Administrative Offices of the Municipality of Kingston (same address as above) and the Northeastern Pennsylvania Contractors Association, Inc., 1075 Oak Street, Suite 3, Pittston, PA 18640.

PROJECT MANUAL is in one binding and DRAWINGS are bound separately. Bidders may secure DRAWINGS and a PROJECT MANUAL upon payment of sixty dollars ($60.00). (Please add $10.00 for U.S. Mail delivery or $20.00 for FedEx delivery without a FedEx account.) All construction work is included in one Prime Contract.

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The Labor Standards, Wage Determination Decision and Anti-Kickback regulations (29CFR, Part 3) issued by the Secretary of Labor are included in the contract documents of this project and govern all work under the contract. The contractor must comply with the minimum rates for wages for laborers and mechanics as determined by the Secretary of Labor in accordance with the provisions of the Davis-Bacon and Related Acts.

Non-discrimination in Employment-Bidders on this work will be required to comply with the President’s Executive Order 11246 and will be required to insure that employees and applicants for employment are not discriminated against on the basis of their race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability or familial status in employment or the provision of services.

In addition to EEO Executive Order 11246, Contractors must also establish a 6.9% goal for female participation and a 0.6% goal for minority participation in the aggregate on-site construction work force for construction contracts in excess of $10,000 as per the notice of requirement for affirmative action as contained in the contract documents. Attention is called to Section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968, 12 USC 179 LU and the Section 3 clause and regulations set forth in 24 CFR, Part 135.

In compliance with Executive Order 11625 and 12138, the successful bidder must utilize to the greatest extent feasible, minority and/or women-owned businesses located in the municipality, county or general trade area.

The Municipality of Kingston does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, natural origin, sec, religion, age, disability or familial status in employment or the provision of services.

The Municipality of Kingston is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

The successful Bidder will be required to furnish and pay for a satisfactory Performance Bond and a Labor and Material Payment Bond.

Nanticoke City is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

The Municipality of Kingston reserves the right to reject any or all Bids and to waive informalities in the Bidding.

Bids may be held by the City of Nanticoke for a period not to exceed Sixty (60) days from the date of opening of the bids for the purpose of reviewing the bids prior to awarding the contract. In this period of time, no bidder may withdraw their bid.

BIDS may be held by OWNER for a period of not to exceed seventy-five (75) days from the date of the opening of BIDS for the purpose of reviewing the BIDS and investigating the qualifications of Bidders, prior to awarding of the CONTRACT.

BY: The City of Nanticoke Mayor Joseph Dougherty, and Council

For The Municipality of Kingston: Paul Keating, Administrator

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Checks shall be made payable to BortonLawson, and will not be refunded. Bidders and Sub-Bidders, such as Sub-Contractors and Materialmen, may secure additional CONTRACT DOCUMENTS upon payment of forty dollars ($40) per PROJECT MANUAL and three dollars ($3) for each DRAWING. Each BID, when submitted, must be accompanied by a "Bid Security" which shall not be less than ten percent (10%) of the amount of the BID.

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LEGAL NOTICE DEADLINES Saturday 12:30 on Friday Sunday 4:00 pm on Friday Monday 4:30 pm on Friday Tuesday 4:00 pm on Monday Wednesday 4:00 pm on Tuesday Thursday 4:00 pm on Wednesday Friday 4:00 pm on Thursday Holidays call for deadlines You may email your notices to mpeznowski@ timesleader.com or fax to 570-831-7312 or mail to The Times Leader 15 N. Main Street Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711 For additional information or questions regarding legal notices you may call Marti Peznowski at 570-970-7371 or 570-829-7130

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LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Executive Committee of the Board of Trustees of Luzerne County Community College will meet at the President’s Office, at the College’s Campus Center in Nanticoke, on the following dates.

All meetings will begin at 5:30 p.m. except for the October 23 meeting which will begin at 4:30 p.m. Notice is given by direction of Elaine Cook, Board Chair.

August 16, 2012 October 23, 2012 December 5, 2012 February 14, 2013 April 10, 2013 June 12, 2013 LEGAL NOTICE The Luzerne County Council announces a Clerk of CouncilSubcommittee meeting to be held on Monday, August 6, 2012 @ 6 PM in the Council Meeting Room of the Luzerne CountyCourthouse, 200 N. River St. Wilkes-Barre. The meeting Is to develop a County Manager Evaluation Tool.

Brittany M. Burgess Clerk of Council LEGAL NOTICE DALLAS BOROUGH FLOOD MAP NOTIFICATION The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is in the process of modernizing the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM).

The new maps will become effective by or before November 2, 2012.

The following areas are affected by change in the FEMA Flood Maps for Dallas Borough. If you are the owner or resident of property located in these areas, you are urged to contact the Dallas Borough Building to view the proposed flood maps and receive additional information.

Reservoir Road Huntsville Road Route 415/Memorial Highway Lincoln Street Main Street Machell Avenue Center HIll Road Lake Street Orchard Street Foster Street Tarleton Avenue Mill Street Woodlawn Avenue Church Street Dallas Borough is required to reach out to citizens affected by changes in the Flood Map and inform them of potential flood insurance implications.

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LEGAL NOTICE Genevieve Maleshefski of 152 Tunkhannock Highway, Dallas, PA 18612, died on June 30, 2012. Letters Testamentary have been granted.

Executor: Mr. Matthew Burkert c/o Bernard Walter, Esquire 1674 Memorial Highway Shavertown, PA 18708 570-674-9000 ESTATE NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Letters Testamentary have been granted in the Estate of HARRY C. MOYER late of White Haven, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, who died June 22, 2012 to Eric Moyer. All persons having claims against the estate are requested to make known the same to the executor, c/o Peter J. Fagan, Esquire, P O Box 904, Conyngham, Pennsylvania.

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BID NOTICE The Luzerne Conservation District will be accepting bids for construction of a streambank protection project along Coal Creek in Plymouth.

The full bid package and supporting information is available online at www.luzcd.org or by calling 570-6747991 ext. 2. There will be a mandatory site showing on Tuesday, 8/7/12 at 10:00 AM. Bids will be accepted until 10:00 AM on Tuesday, 8/14/12.

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ESTATE NOTICE ESTATE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Letters Testamentary have been issued to Maria Rincon a/k/a Maria Ramirez of Elizabeth, Union County, New Jersey, Executrix of the Estate of Alan David Ruz, Deceased, who died on May 9, 2012, late of Wilkes-Barre, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. All creditors are requested to present their claims and all persons indebted to the decedent will make payment to the aforementioned Executrix or her attorney.

Charles Curtin, Esquire Post Office Box #26 Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18501 (570) 561-1005.

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Ages 15 months to 6 years.

570-283-0336

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References available.

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FOSTER PARENT(S) NEEDED IMMEDIATELY for teens or sibling groups.

Compensation, training, and 24 hour on-call support provided.

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570-779-2288

Wednesday-Sunday Open at 4 pm Home of the Original ‘O-Bar’ Pizza

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condition, garage kept, A/C, power windows, CD, cruise control, power drivers seat and power locks.

New tires, must see to appreciate! $4600 firm.

(570)675-0039

250 General Auction

(570) 876-0444

$3,000 Under Book Value

O N LY 25K M ILES

#12625B, V6 A uto., Front/Rear A /C , Pow er O p tions, A lloys, Back-U p C am era, H eated Seats, 3rd Row

$

20 999* ,

2009 D O D G E R AM 1500 Q UAD CAB SLT

‘07 CHRYSLER 300

76K, 2.7l, 6 Cyl, ABS, Warranty, Red

Don’t Miss This Deal

#12242A , V8, A T, A /C , PW , PD L, C ruise, Tilt, Tow ing Pkg., A lloys, Bedliner, Running Boards, 41K M iles

$

21 999* ,

11K M ILES

23 999* ,

2008 CHEVY SILVERADO EXTENDED CAB 4X4

#Z2680A , 3.7LA uto., A /C , PW , PD L, Pow er H eated Leather Seats, Running Boards, Keyless Entry, RoofRack, A M /FM /C D

$

23 999* ,

2007 CHEVY AVALANCHE 4W D LTZ

$

ONLY

10,990

JOE NOCERA

O N LY

M ILES

SUN RO O F

25 999* ,

#12519B, V8 A utom atic, A ir, A llPow er O ptions, Leather, Rem ote Starter, A uto Ride Suspension, 6 D isc C D , Bose Stereo, Pow er H eated Seats, O nly 48K M iles

$

29 999* ,

*P r ices p lu s ta x & ta g s . P r io r u s e d a ily r en ta l o n s electvehicles . Selectp ictu r es fo r illu s tr a tio n p u r p o s es o n ly.

XM a n d On Sta r fees a p p lica b le. Lo w AP R to w ell q u a lified b u yer s .N o tr es p o n s ib le fo r typ o g r a p hica l er r o r s .

C hevy R uns Deep

VA LLEY 821-2772•1-800-444-7172

CHEVROLET

94,000 miles, automatic, front wheel drive, 4 door, air conditioning, air bags, all power, cruise control, leather interior, $3,300.

570-394-9004

CHEVROLET `99 S-10Silver, PICK-UP

FORD ’95 F150

4x4. 1 Owner. 91K. 4.8 engine, auto.

Runs great. New paint, stake body with metal floor.

570-675-5046.

Leave message, will return call. $4990.

601 Kid d er Street,W ilkes-Ba rre,PA

Sca n From M ob ile D evice For M ore Sp ecia ls

M o n .-Thu rs .8:30-8:00p m ; Frid a y 8:30-7:00p m ; Sa tu rd a y 8:30-5:00p m

EXIT 1 70B OFF I-81 TO EXIT 1 . BEAR RIGHT ON BUSINESS ROUTE 309 TO SIXTH L IGHT. JUST BEL OW W YOM ING V AL L EY M AL L .

Smooth riding, 4.6L, V8, RWD, Auto, Power windows, power locks, New Inspection, Serviced, Silver over blue.

Good tires $3,750 Call 823-4008

JEEP `97 GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO 4x4, low mileage,

all options, 6 cyl.

Excellent. $2,875 Call 570-309-7230

KIA `00 SPORTAGE EX 4wd, dark green,

75,000 miles, leather interior, A/C, pb, pl, ps and pw asking $2000 call 570-332-4884

S A L E S

08 FORD EDGE SEL AWD

Panoramic Roof, Leather, 66K Miles... $17,995

10 VW BEETLE

Auto, Leather, 34K Miles ........ $14,995

10 FORD ESCAPE XLT

AWD, 48K Miles................... $16,995 40th Anniv. Edition, 38K Miles, 5-Speed, Leather... $14,995

18K

$

A U T O

04 FORD MUSTANG GT

#12536A ,5.3LV8 A uto.,A ir,PW ,PD L,P. M irrors,A lum inum W heels,Trailering Pkg., Locking Rear D ifferential,Pow er Pack Plus

CADILLAC `94 DEVILLE SEDAN

GRAND MARQUIS ‘99 GS Well maintained,

OLD FORGE, PA

$

ALL VEHICLES ARE INSPECTED AND WARRANTED

412 Autos for Sale

361 Scranton-Carbondale Highway, Eynon, PA 18403 “T his is where you can DRIVE your savings home”

ONE O W N ER

O N LY 54K M ILES

#Z2729, 4C yl., A utom atic, A ir, PW , PD L, A M /FM /C D , C ruise C ontrol, Traction C ontrol, Privacy G lass, A lloy W heels

‘08 Pontiac Grand Prix 64,000 miles, reduced price, must sell! $9,995 ‘95 Buick Lesabre 4 door, 97k Ice cold AC. A steal at this price $2,495 ‘02 Pontiac Sunfire 102k, 5 speed stick shift, cold air $3,795 ‘01 Ford Explorer XLT Leather, moonroof, cold air, 124k, $4,295 ‘99 Plymouth Grand Voyager 1 owner, 106k, $3,495 “Same as Caravan”.

‘00 Chevy Blazer 2 door, Z71 package, 58,000 miles, $5,995 ‘03 S10 Pickup 2 wheel drive, new inspection, $3,495 ‘94 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited New brakes and ball joints, front and rear, nice truck! $3,295 ‘01 Buick Century Custom, 4 door, 122k, $2,995 ‘97 Saturn SC Coop 5 speed, 122k, new timing chain, new tires, save gas now! $2,895

85,000 miles, excellent condition, covered bed. $3800 570-822-7657

Joseph Gaughan’s Auto Sales

2010 CH RYSLER TO W N & CO UNTRY

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412 Autos for Sale

,

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$

CRUISE SPECIALS

800-825-1609

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17 999*

O N LY 41K M ILES

#12678A ,V6 A utom atic,A ir,H eated Leather Seats, PW ,PD L,Pow er A djustable Pedals,Running Boards, 6 D isc C D ,H igh Polished A lum inum W heels

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#12036A ,2.4LdualVVT A utom atic,A ir C onditioning,PW , PD L,C ruise C ontrol,A lloy W heels,C ruise C ontrol,Red,Sunroof

$

380

Suzuki baby grand digital piano; BC Rich Warlock guitar; elegant Bedrooms with high poster canopy bed; ornate Broyhill dinning set with 8 chairs; 13’ trampoline; new Snapper snow thrower; 2 piece living room; sleeper loveseat; Whirlpool washer/dryer; 3 curio cabinets; Peavey & Rogue amps; 2 wrought iron patio sets one with keyhole shaped table; tools; new home décor decorations; incline exercise bike; air hockey table; 3 piece cherry wall unit set; stereos; small appliances; 2 piece antique 16 drawer & 2 door cupboard; rugs; stands; chain link fencing; Longaberger baskets; glassware; collectibles; #AU1839-L

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$

GOOD CREDIT, BAD CREDIT, NO CREDIT

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07 CHRYSLER SEBRING

Touring, 58K Miles ................... $9,995

2011 CHEVY HHR

32K Miles............................. $13,995

10 NISSAN ALTIMA 2.5S

35K Miles............................. $15,995

11 KIA FORTE EX

35K Miles............................... $15,995

10 TOYOTA SIENNA LIMITED

AWD, Navi, Rent SYS, Sunroof, Leather, Back Up Camera, 24K Miles ......... $31,995

07 LINCOLN NAVIGATOR

AWD, Navi, Rent SYS, Leather, Moonroof ..... $26,995

12 Lonesome Road Old Forge, PA 18518

570-457-7278

NISSAN ‘95

PATHFINDER 4 door, auto, XE 4WD, 143,000 mi, runs good, body very good, no rust, garage kept, $3200 neg. 570-455-2705 between 10am and 7pm

OLDSMOBILE ‘98 88 Runs great. $2,900 All power, power windows & door locks, security system, cruise control 570-740-2892

412 Autos for Sale

MERCURY `79 ZEPHYR 6 cylinder automatic.

52k original miles. $1500.

570-899-1896

412 Autos for Sale

412 Autos for Sale

ACME AUTO SALES CHEVY ‘95 ASTRO 343-1959

SATURDAY, AUGUST 4th @ 5:00PM ROUTE 924 SHEPPTON PA (868 Center st.)

#Z2515A , 4 C yl., A uto., A ir, PW , PD L, Privacy G lass, Leather, Pow er O ptions, A M /FM /C D , A lloy W heels, O nly 57K M iles

412 Autos for Sale

1009 Penn Ave Scranton 18509 Across from Scranton Prep

AUCTION

ONE O W N ER

#12188A ,Vortec 3500 A utom atic,A ir C onditioning, PW ,PD L,Fog Lam ps,D eep Tinted G lass, Z71 O ffRoad Suspension Package,56K M iles

Autos under $5000

$39.

$99.

$

,

409

ATLANTIC CITY

ONE O W N ER

#12014A , 4 C yl., A uto., A ir, SteelW heels, PD L, Tilt, A M /FM /C D , Rear Spoiler, O nly 58K M iles

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AUDI S5 CONV.

Sprint blue, black / brown leather int., navigation, 7 spd auto turbo, AWD 08 CHEVY AVEO red, auto, 4 cyl 07 BUICK LACROSSE CXL, black, V6 07 BUICK LUCERNE CXL, silver, grey leather 06 LINCOLN ZEPHYR grey, tan leather, sun roof 06 MERCURY MILAN PREMIER, mint green, V6, alloys 05 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS, blue, sunroof, 79K miles 05 CHEVY IMPALA silver, alloys, V6 04 NISSAN MAXIMA LS silver, auto, sunroof 03 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE GS blue sunroof 49,000 miles 03 AUDI S8 QUATTRO, mid blue/light grey leather, navigation, AWD 02 FORD ESCORT SE red, auto, 4 cyl 01 VOLVO V70 STATION WAGON, blue/grey, leather, AWD 00 BMW 323i silver auto 73 PORSCHE 914 green & black, 5 speed, 62k miles, $12,500

SUVS, VANS, TRUCKS, 4 X4’s

09 DODGE JOURNEY blue, 3rd seat, AWD 08 DODGE NITRO SXT orange, auto, 4x4 08 FORD ESCAPE XLT SILVER, V6, 4X4 06 INFINITY QX56 Pearl white, tan leather, Naviga tion, 3rd seat, 4x4 06 DODGE RAM 1500 QUAD CAB, Black, V8, 4x4 truck 06 FORD EXPLORER XLT, black, 3rd seat, 4x4 06 CHEVY TRAILBLZAER LS, SILVER, 4X4 05 FORD FREESTAR SE, white, 7 pax mini van 05 CADILLAC SRX black, leather, V6, AWD 05 HYUNDAI TUSCON LX green auto, AWD 05 DODGE DURANGO LTD Black, grey leather, 3rd seat, 4x4 05 JEEP LIBERTY RENEGADE Blue, 5 speed, V6, 4x4 05 DODGE DAKOTA CLUB CAB SPORT, blue, auto, 4x4 truck 04 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER XLS red, auto, 4 cyl., AWD 04 FORD ESCAPE XLT silver, 3rd seat, 4x4 04 NISSAN XTERRA XE blue, auto, 4x4 04 CHEVY TAHOE LT 4x4 Pewter, grey leather, 3rd seat 04 CHEVY AVALANCHE Z71, green, 4 door, 4x4 truck 04 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE OVERLAND graphite grey, 2 tone leather, sunroof, 4x4 02 CHEVEY TRAILBLAZER LT, silver, V6, 4x4 02 FORD F150 SUPERCAB XLT silver, 4x4 truck 01 DODGE RAM 1500 QUAD CAB SPORT, red, V8, 4x4 truck 01 DODGE DURANGO SLT grey, 3rd seat 79,000 miles. 4x4 01 FORD F150 XLT white, super cab, 4x4 truck 01 FORD F150 XLT Blue/tan, 4 door, 4x4 truck 00 DODGE RAM 1500 QUAD CAB SPORT, green, V8, 4x4 truck 00 CHEVY 1500 SILVERADO X-CAB green, 4x4 truck 99 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 2 door black, 4x4 99 NISSAN PATHINDER gold, V6, 4x4

AUDI `01 A6 4.2 Engine, good

condition, per kelly blue book, Quatro awd, abs 4 wheel, navigation system, integrated phone, plus all standard Audi options, super clean, garage kept, recently inspected.

If you ever wanted an Audi, here’s your opportunity!

Asking $5200.

570-678-5618 or 570-574-3441

BUICK `97 LESABRE

Limited. V6. 4 door, silver exterior, grey interior, fully equipped, power everything. 94k original miles. Snow tires included. Currently inspected.

Family car. $2900.

570-675-2468

CADILLAC `08 DTS Fully loaded, 14,000

miles, automatic, all power, leather interior, showroom condition. Silver. $25,000. Call Mike 570-779-4351

GET THE WORD OUT with a Classified Ad. 570-829-7130

CADILLAC ‘00 DTS Tan, satellite

radio, leather, moon roof, loaded excellent condition. 136k miles. $4,995.

570-814-2809

MARK III CONVERSION VAN. Hightop. 93K. 7 passenger.

TV/VCP/Stereo.

Loaded. Great condition. $3,495 (570) 574-2199

Boat? Car? Truck?

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V6, Very clean car! $3,995 570-696-4377

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WE SELL FOR LESS!!

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Factory warranty $21,599 TITLE TAGS FULL NOTARY SERVICE 6 M ONTH WARRANTY

DODGE ‘02 VIPER GTS 10,000 MILES V10

6speed, collectors, this baby is 1 of only 750 GTS coupes built in 2002 and only 1 of 83 painted Race Yellow it still wears its original tires showing how it was babied. This car is spotless throughout and is ready for its new home. This vehicle is shown by appointment only. $39,999 or trade.

570-760-2365

FORD `01 FOCUS ZX3 Auto, air, alloys,

power window & door locks, 85,000 miles. Great vehicle for student. $3,995.

570-498-7036

FORD ‘02 MUSTANG

GTRedCONVERTIBLE with black

top. 6,500 miles.

One Owner.

Excellent Condition. $17,500 570-760-5833

HONDA ‘08 ACCORD

4 door, EXL with navigation system.

4 cyl, silver w/ black interior. Satellite radio, 6CD changer, heated leather seats, high, highway miles. Well maintained. Monthly service record available. Call Bob. 570-479-0195

JEEP `99 LAREDO

6 cylinder, power brakes, windows, & seats. Theft device.

Garage kept. 129k miles. $1500. obo.

570-655-3236 or cell 570-407-6077

MERCEDES ‘00 E_320

Showroom condition; was $50K new; no winters, flawless with all options. Silver/Gold. 94k miles. $9,995.

570-262-1223.

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570-489-0000

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LEXUS `05 RX 330 All wheel drive,

Champagne tan, navigation, backup camera, lift gate, ivory leather with memory, auto, 3.3 liter V6, regular gas, garaged, brand new condition, all service records. 6 disc CD. Private seller with transferable 1 year warranty, 96K. REDUCED to $16,590.

570-563-2731

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1553 Main Street, Peckville, PA 18452

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2001 HYUNDAI XG300

2004 CHEVY VENTURE VAN

49K

$3,995

Low Miles

$4,995

$5,450

2003 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE

2003 VW PASSAT

2007 CHEVY AVEO

2006 SUZUKI RENO

87K

4 Motion

82K

49K

$6,995

50K ............................................

07 HYUNDAI ACCENT

75K ............................................

07 CHEVY COBALT

08 Tuscon GLS ............$12,995

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10 Cobalt LS................. $8,995

412 Autos for Sale

2005 Audi A8L NAVI .............................$15,999 2003 BMW 325ci Conv ........................$13,495 1998 BMW 328i Conv ............................$9,500 2007 BMW 328xi Sedan.......................$19,490 2007 BMW X3.0si ................................$16,595 2006 Chevy Cobalt ................................$8,999 2006 Chevy Colorado P/U.......................$8,800 1999 Honda Civic ..................................$4,999 2008 Chevy TrailBlazer V8....................$19,500 2011 Ford E250 Cargo .........................$18,999 2007 Ford E350 Pass...........................$14,450 2008 Ford Escape XLT .........................$15,999 2006 Suzuki Forenza Wgn......................$5,999 2006 Ford Mustang GT ........................$18,950 2008 Jeep Wrangler UL Sahara ............$23,999 2009 Jeep Wrangler Sport ...................$20,999 2009 Lexus RX250 AWD.......................$33,999 2009 Mercedes-Benz C300 4Matic.........$26,999 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK550 Conv.........$27,999 2007 Nissan Murano S AWD.................$16,999 2005 Nissan Murano SE AWD ...............$13,599 1999 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP .................$5,000 2008 Subaru Outback Limited ..............$15,999 2010 Suzuki Kisashi AWD ....................$15,999 2006 Volkswagen Jetta 2.5 ..................$11,750 1971 Plymouth Road Runner ................$27,000 2009 Nissan Sentra 2.0FE+ .................$12,949 2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid ...................$13,999 2005 Nissan Sentra 34K Miles ...............$9,999

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79K .............................................

$6,875

10 Fusion SE...............$13,995

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02 HONDA ACCORD Moonroof ..................................

02 JEEP LIBERTY

05 HYUNDAI ELANTRA

1 Owner....................................

97 ACURA CL

78K ............................................

00 SUBARU LEGACY

$6,850

AWD ..........................................

02 DODGE NEON

$5,450

Sport ..........................................

$7,250

77K .............................................

98 PONTIAC GRAND AM

$4,995

75K .............................................

97 FORD ESCORT WGN

$4,995

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10 Gran Caravan SE.....$12,995

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888-462-1912

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$3,575

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Auto., CD, Anti-Theft Sys., Side Curtain Air Bags, 16” Steel Wheels, Tilt Wheel, Instrument Cluster, Message Center, PW, Keyless Entry with Keypad, Pwr. Side Mirrors, Fog Lamps, PL, AC, MyKey, SYNC

Auto., Air, CD, Advance Trac with Roll Stability, Side Curtains, PDL, 15” Alum.

Wheels, Tilt Wheel, Keyless Entry w/Keypad, Pwr. Mirrors, Cruise Control,

APR PLUS

APR

M O S.

FORD REBATE.....................................250 FORD BONUS REBATE..........................500 OFF LEASE REBATE..............................500 FORD REGIONAL DISCOUNT OFF MSRP......585 COCCIA DISCOUNT OFF MSRP..............126 *Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $595 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 8/31/12.

FORD REBATE................................1,500 OFF LEASE REBATE..............................500 FORD REGIONAL DISCOUNT OFF MSRP.......475 COCCIA DISCOUNT OFF MSRP..............386 *Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $595 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 8/31/12.

APR

APR Auto., CD, Alum. Wheels, Tilt Wheel, PW, PL, Safety Pkg., Side Impact Air Bags, 1st & 2nd Air Curtains, Sirius Satellite Radio, Anti-Theft Sys., Keyless Entry, Message Center,

M O S.

PLUS

FORD REBATE................................1,500 FORD BONUS REBATE....................1,000 FMCC REBATE..................................750 OFF LEASE REBATE...........................1,000 FORD REGIONAL DISCOUNT OFF MSRP......445 COCCIA DISCOUNT OFF MSRP..............516

*Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $595 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 8/31/12.

PLUS

PLUS

FORD REBATE................................,1,500 FORD BONUS REBATE....................1,000 FMCC REBATE..................................750 OFF LEASE REBATE...........................1,000 FORD REGIONAL DISCOUNT OFF MSRP......195 COCCIA DISCOUNT OFF MSRP..............786

*Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $595 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 8/31/12.

APR 2.5L I4 Engine, Rain Sensor Wipers, Pwr. Moonroof, Sony Sound Sys., Alum Wheels, Tilt, PW, PDL, Safety Pkg., Side Impact Air Bags, 1st & 2nd Air Curtains, Anti-Theft Sys., CD, Sirius Satellite Radio, Keyless Entry w/Keypad, Message Center,

PLUS

FORD REBATE................................1,500 FORD BONUS REBATE....................1,000 FMCC REBATE..................................750 FORD REGIONAL REBATE..................655 COCCIA DISCOUNT OFF MSRP..........1,306

M O S.

XLT, Safety Canopy, Side Impact Safety Pkg., Pwr. Driver Seat, , Auto., PW, PDL, CD, Air, Fog Lamps, Privacy Glass, 16” Alum. Wheels, Sirius Satellite Radio, Keyless Entry, Roof Rack, Rear Cargo Convenience Pkg.,

FORD REBATE................................1,500 FORD BONUS REBATE....................1,000 FMCC REBATE..................................750 OFF LEASE REBATE...........................1,000 FORD REGIONAL DISCOUNT OFF MSRP........195 COCCIA DISCOUNT OFF MSRP..............941 *Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $595 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 8/31/12.

APR XLT, Auto., Safety Canopy, Side Impact Safety Pkg., Pwr. Driver’s Seat, CD, Air, Fog Lamps, Privacy Glass, Sirius Satellite Radio, Rear Cargo Convenience Pkg., Roof Rack, Keyless Entry, PW, PDL, 16” Alum. , Wheels,

M O S.

M O S.

CD, Alum Wheels, Tilt, PW, PDL, Pwr. Seat, Safety Pkg., Side Impact Air Bags, 1st & 2nd Air Curtains, Anti-Theft Sys., Sirius Satellite Radio, Keyless Entry w/Keypad, Message Center,

FORD REBATE................................1,500 FORD BONUS REBATE....................1,000 FMCC REBATE..................................750 OFF LEASE REBATE...........................1,000 FORD REGIONAL DISCOUNT OFF MSRP....1,445 COCCIA DISCOUNT OFF MSRP..........1,306 *Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $595 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 8/31/12.

M O S.

Auto., 3.5L V6, SYNC, Reverse Sensing Sys., Keyless Entry with Keypad, PW, PDL, 18”Alum. Wheels, Anti-Theft Perimeter Alarm, CD, Sirius Satellite Radio,

FORD REBATE................................1,750 OFF LEASE REBATE...........................1,000 COCCIA DISCOUNT OFF MSRP..........1,486 *Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $595 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 8/31/12.

*Tax and tags extra. Security Deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $595 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. See salesperson for details. All payments subject to credit approval by the primary lending source, Tier 0 rate. Special APR financing cannot be combined with Ford cash rebate. “BUY FOR” prices are based on 72 month at $18.30 per month per $1000 financed with $2,500 down (cash or trade). Photos of vehicles are for illustration purposes only. Coccia Ford is not responsible for any typographical errors. No Security Deposit Necessary. See dealer for details. Sale ends

CALL NOW 823-8888 1-800-817-FORD Overlooking Mohegan Sun 577 East Main St., Plains

Just Minutes from Scranton or W-B

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VITO’S & GINO’S 949 Wyoming Ave, Forty Fort

288-8995 09 Mercedes GL450 7 passenger. Too many options to list. 30K miles.

Garage kept. Creme puff. $47,800 04 Nissan Armada 7 passenger.

4wd.

Excellent condition. $11,900 93 UD Tow Truck with wheel lift.

64k. $10,000 96 Jeep, Grand Cherokee, 4 wheel drive, 4 door, runs excellent $3,995 95 Buick Park Ave 54k. $3,995 96 Plymouth Voyager 82k $3,495 99 Chevy Cavalier, 89k. 4 door. $2,495 00 Chevy S10 Blazer. 4 door.

4wd. Red. $2,795 96 Nissan Maxima, V6, 4 door, air, auto, sunroof. 103K. $3,495

Junk Cars & Trucks wanted.

Cash paid.

WANTED!

ALL JUNK CARS! CA$H PAID

570-301-3602

412 Autos for Sale

412 Autos for Sale

MARZAK MOTORS

PONTIAC `86 FIREBIRD

601 Green Ridge St, Scranton

9999999

‘00 Ford Taurus Station Wagon Silver, grey leather interior, 132,000 miles, all options work. $2,599 ‘99 GMC Sierra Pickup 4x4, extended cab, bed cap, gray, 132,000 miles $4,795 ‘00 Ford Windstar Minivan 3rd row seat, rear A/C, gray, 132,000 miles $2,699 ‘00 FORD WINDSTAR LX 3rd seat, ice cold air, 132,000 miles $2,695 LINCOLN ‘02 TOWNCAR Signature series, Silver, grey leather interior, 99,000 miles, runs great $4,795 ‘05 CHEVY AVEO Silver, 4 door, grey cloth interior, A/C, re-built transmission with warranty, 4 cyl.

79,000 miles $4,995 ‘02 Mercury Mountaineer all wheel drive, green exterior, tan leather interior, lots of options, $4,500 ‘03 Mazda 6 5 speed, yellow with grey interior, 4 door, loaded with options. $4,295 Warranties Available

9999999

570-445-5622

MERCURY `03 SABLE LS PREMIUM 4 door, one owner.

6 cyl, 3 liter, 4 speed auto. All power, ABS, moon roof & remote.

73,000 miles, very dependable. $4,550 570-333-4827

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PONTIAC`96 GRAND AM PONTIAC `06 GRAND MUST SELL!

Auto, 4 cylinder with power windows.

Recently inspected / maintained. $2,150.

570-793-4700

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PRIX GXP

80,000 miles, automatic, front wheel drive, 4 door, all power, sun/moon roof. $11,000 (570)855-2062

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Black, V6, very clean. 61K. Garage kept, fully maintained & recently inspected. $16,000 570-474-9866 or 570-332-2487

TOYOTA ‘04 CELICA GT

112K miles. Blue, 5 speed. Air, power windows/locks, CD/cassette, Keyless entry, sunroof, new battery.

Car drives and has current PA inspection. Slight rust on corner of passenger door.

Clutch slips on hard acceleration.

This is why its thousands less than Blue Book value. $6,500 OBO. Make an offer! Call 570-592-1629

415 Autos-Antique & Classic

CHEVROLET `76 PICKUP 4 Cylinder Very Good Condition!

NEW PRICE $2,500.

570-362-3626 Ask for Lee

CHEVY ‘30 HOTROD COUPE $47,000

FORD ‘76 THUNDERBIRD All original. $9,000

MERCEDES ‘29

Kit Car $5,500 JUST REDUCED (570) 655-4884 hell-of-adeal.com

CORVETTE ‘64 CONVERTIBLE 327 NOM manual 4

speed transmission, red/black interior, ps, pb, teakwood wheel, original owner 25 years. $38,000. 883-4443

MAZDA `88 RX-7 CONVERTIBLE

1 owner, garage kept, 65k original miles, black with grey leather interior, all original & never seen snow. $7,995.

Call 570-237-5119

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415 Autos-Antique & Classic

MERCEDES-BENZ `73 450SL with Convertible

removable hard top, power windows, AM /FM radio with cassette player, CD player, automatic, 4 new tires. Champagne exterior; Italian red leather interior inside. Garage kept, excellent condition. Priced to Sell! $23,000.

Call 570-825-6272

421

Boats & Marinas

427

Commercial Trucks & Equipment

FORD `70 F350 Dual rear wheels,

360 V8, 4 speed, standard transmission, 10 foot cube box. New tires, runs good, 52,000 miles. $1,000 call 570-388-2464

439

Motorcycles

‘12 BRAND NEW SCOOTER

‘96 KAWASAKI JET SKI

Good condition with trailer. New battery & cover. $1,795. Call 570-287-5963 FISHING BOAT. Like new. 16 1/2’ Trophy Fiberglass.

25 HP Johnson motor, 48 lb thrust, trolling motor with foot control. Recharger, pedestal front seat, carpeted floor. Live well, storage compartment. Excellent condition. $4500.

570-675-5046 after 12 noon

FISHING BOAT. Like new. 16 1/2’ Trophy Fiberglass.

25 HP Johnson motor, 48 lb thrust, trolling motor with foot control. Recharger, pedestal front seat, carpeted floor. Live well, storage compartment. Excellent condition. $4500.

570-675-5046 after 12 noon

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570-829-7130

YAMAHA WAVERUNNER GP800R 2001 2 cylinder 2stroke 784cc Less than 20 hours of use Recently serviced New battery New spark plugs No cracks or fades in seat Included Yamaha GP800Cover and single PWC trailer Must pick up $4500.00 Call 570 313 7744

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439

Motorcycles

SUZUKI ‘01 VS 800 GL INTRUDER Garage kept, no rust, lots of chrome, black with teal green flake.

Includes storage jack & 2 helmets. $3600 570-410-1026

SUZUKI ‘12 BOULEVARD LS650

Under 100 miles and 400 lbs, must sell. Serious inquiries only. Many Extras $5,000 firm.

570-855-5084

YAMAHA ‘97 ROYALSTAR 1300

All ready to ride, electric start, automatic transmission, disk brakes, rear luggage trunk, under seat storage, around 100 mpg, fully street legal, all ready to go! only $1,595. Call 570-817-2952

$15,000 FIRM. Call 570-262-0914 Leave message.

HARLEY ‘10 DAVIDSON SPORTSTER CUSTOM Loud pipes.

Near Mint 174 miles - yes, One hundred and seventy four miles on the clock, original owner. $8000.

570-876-2816

HONDA ‘98 ST1100

Black, 2 new tires and fork seals, Tour pak. excellent condition. $4,200.

570-675-1982

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KAWASAKI ‘07 EX 650 Ninja, blue, low

miles, garage kept, excellent condition. $3,000.

570-704-8254

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V10 Ford. Excellent condition, 11,000 miles. I slide out, 2 awnings, 2 color flat screen TV’s.

Generator, back up camera, 2 air conditioners, microwave/convection oven, side by side refrigerator with ice maker, washer/ dryer, queen size bed, automatic steps. $29,900.

570-288-4826 or 570-690-1464

451

Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

CHEVY ‘99 BLAZER

Sport utility, 4 door, four wheel drive, ABS, new inspection. $4200.

570-709-1467

442 RVs & Campers

1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

CUMMINS 300 DIESEL PUSHER

19,000 miles, 2 slides, 8 kw Gen. 2 Air conditioners, Microwave-Convect Oven, 4 door refwith automatic ice maker, heated holding tanks, Corian counter tops, 2 TV- surround sound, cherry cabinets, ice maker, washer/dryer.

Sleeps 6. Queen beds, back up camera, recently inspected, garaged in winter. $64,500 570-288-2649

FOREST RIVER`08 5TH WHEEL

Model 8526RLS Mountain Top,PA $18,500 570-760-6341

SOUTHWIND `93 30’ fully equipped

RV. Nice condition.

Sleeps 6. At Campground with lake rights. $13,495 Negotiable. Call 570-379-2102

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451

Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

PACE ARROW VISION ‘99 M-36 B (FORD) Type A gas, 460

12,000 miles. With windshield. Runs excellent. Many extras including gunfighter seat, leather bags, extra pipes. New tires & battery. Asking $4,000 firm.

(570) 814-1548

BMW 2010 K1300S EXPEDITION ‘03 37U Only 460 miles! Has

all bells & whistles.

Heated grips, 12 volt outlet, traction control, ride adjustment on the fly. Black with lite gray and red trim. comes with BMW cover, battery tender, black blue tooth helmet with FM stereo and black leather riding gloves (like new). paid $20,500. Sell for

442 RVs & Campers

CHEVY ‘99 BLAZER 4x4, Absolutely

Like new! $3,995 Call For Details!

570-696-4377

1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

DODGE ‘04 DURANGO

1 owner, leather sunroof, 3rd row seat $6,995 Call For Details!

570-696-4377

1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

FORD ‘02 F150 Extra Cab. 6

Cylinder, 5 speed.

Air. 2WD. $3,995 Call For Details!

570-696-4377

1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

FORD ‘00 EXPLORER XLT

EXTRA CLEAN! 4X4. $3,995.

570-696-4377

1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

FORD ‘03 EXPLORER XLT

4X4, leather, sunroof, like new! $5,995 570-696-4377

1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

FORD ‘03 EXPLORER XLT

4X4, leather, sunroof, like new! $5,995 570-696-4377

non-smoking owner, garaged, synthetic oil since new, excellent in and out. New tires and battery.

90,000 miles. $7,500 (570) 403-3016

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FORD ‘73 F350 Stake Body Truck

1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

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Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

MAZDA ‘01 B3000

4x4, 5 speed, extra clean truck $3,995 Call For Details!

570-696-4377

MITSUBISHI `11

FORD ‘02 EXPLORER Red, XLT, Original To place your

55,000 Original miles - garage kept, only 2 owners, hydraulic lift gate, new tires, battery and brakes.

Excellent condition.

No rust. Must see. $4900 or best offer Call 570-687-6177

451

JEEP ‘04 GRAND CHEROKEE LOREDO 4x4, 6 cyl, 1

Owner, Extra Clean SUV! $5,995 Call For Details!

570-696-4377

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OUTLANDER SPORT SE AWD, Black interi-

or/exterior, start/ stop engine with keyless entry, heated seats, 18” alloy wheels, many extra features. Only Low Miles. 10 year, 100,000 mile warranty. $22,500. Willing to negotiate.

Serious inquires only - must sell, going to law school.

(570) 793-6844

1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

SATURN ‘04 VUE

Front wheel drive, 4 cyl, 5 speed, sunroof, clean, clean SUV! $4,995 Call For Details!

570-696-4377

1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

SATURN ‘06 ION-3

5 speed,sunroof, 1 owner, like new! $4,995 Call For Details!

570-696-4377

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SUZUKI `07 XL-7 56,000 miles,

automatic, all-wheel drive, 4 door, air conditioning, all power, CD player, leather interior, tinted windows, custom wheels, $13,000 Call 570-829-8753 Before 5:00 p.m.

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457 Wanted to Buy Auto

BUYING USED VEHICLES

Call Vitos & Ginos 949 Wyoming Ave,

Forty Fort, PA

288-8995

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503

Accounting/ Finance

Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable Local company

looking to fulfill company’s growing needs. Hiring two additional staff members. Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable clerks. Candidates should have 2 years of general accounting experience, be proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word, and pay attention to detail.

Individuals should have strong communication skills both verbal and written, and be able to work in a team environment.

Duties include but are not limited to: - Follow up, collection and allocation of payments - Carry out billing, collection and reporting activities - Reconciling of customer or vendor accounts - Contacting customers or vendors in regards to payments/notices - Data entry in company software - Accept other responsibilities as assigned.

Employer offers a competitive wage and benefits package. nickie@ gocolours.com

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The Luzerne County Tax Claim Sales Tax Claim Bureau Private Sale Notices To the Estate of Robert Gray, including Melissa L. Gray and Robert E. Gray, Jr. and all other heirs, executors, administrators and assigns; to the Estate of Harold Briggs of Ross Township, including Lavenia Britt and all other heirs, executors, administrators or assigns; to Edmund A. Piper as heir of the Estate of Edmund R. Piper; to Mark Andrews and Robert K. Andrews as heirs of the Estate of Robert Andrews; to the Estate of Ted Marshman of Berwick, including Mary Ann Marshman, and all other heirs, executors, administrators or assigns; and to Daniel P. Shinder, Charlene M. Christensen, and Michael A. Shinder as heirs of the Estate of Marjorie Alice Shinder, wife and heir of Estate of Stanley Shinder; or any other owner of said property located at Post Office Road, Ross Township, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, identified by Parcel Number 54-G4-00A-046-000 and all persons having liens, taxes and municipal claims against said property.

Notice is hereby given that Northeast Revenue Service, LLC, as agent for the Luzerne County Tax Claim Bureau, under Section 613 of the Real Estate Tax Sale Law of 1947 as amended, intends to make a Private Sale of the above referenced property to Swinka Realty Investments in exchange for a bid price of $1,900.00.

Said property will be sold free and clear of all tax claims and tax judgments. The Private Sale will take place on October 8, 2012 at the Luzerne County Courthouse at 200 River Street, Wilkes-Barre. If anyone should object to said sale, they may file a petition with the Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas.

To Cindy Pugh as Executrix of the Estate of Francis Zawatski a/k/a Frank Zawatski and all other heirs, executors, administrators and assigns; and to Linda Toner as heir of the Estate of Irene Zawatski Sullivan, and all other heirs, executors, administrators and assigns; or any other owner of said property located at 648 North Main Street, City of Wilkes-Barre, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, identified by Parcel Number 73-H10NW2-019-036-000 and all persons having liens, taxes and municipal claims against said property.

Notice is hereby given that Northeast Revenue Service, LLC, as agent for the Luzerne County Tax Claim Bureau, under Section 613 of the Real Estate Tax Sale Law of 1947 as amended, intends to make a Private Sale of the above referenced property to Swinka Realty Investments in exchange for a bid price of $1,700.00.

Said property will be sold free and clear of all tax claims and tax judgments. The Private Sale will take place on October 8, 2012 at the Luzerne County Courthouse at 200 River Street, Wilkes-Barre. If anyone should object to said sale, they may file a petition with the Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas.

To Richard Krostek, Administrator of Estate of John Krostek or any other owner of said property located at Route 00239, Conyngham Township, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, identified by Parcel Number 09-M400A-002-000 and all persons having liens, taxes and municipal claims against said property.

Notice is hereby given that Northeast Revenue Service, LLC, as agent for the Luzerne County Tax Claim Bureau, under Section 613 of the Real Estate Tax Sale Law of 1947 as amended, intends to make a Private Sale of the above referenced property to John D. Nardone in exchange for a bid price of $15,000.00. Said property will be sold free and clear of all tax claims and tax judgments. The Private Sale will take place on October

8, 2012 at the Luzerne County Courthouse at 200 River Street, Wilkes-Barre. If anyone should object to said sale, they may file a petition with the Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas.

To Rosemary Walsh or any other owner of said property located at 204 Welles Street, Nanticoke City, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, identified by Parcel Number 42K7S1-001-003-000 and all persons having liens, taxes and municipal claims against said property.

Notice is hereby given that Northeast Revenue Service, LLC, as agent for the Luzerne County Tax Claim Bureau, under Section 613 of the Real Estate Tax Sale Law of 1947 as amended, intends to make a Private Sale of the above referenced property to Swinka Realty Investments, LLC in exchange for a bid price of $1,550.00. Said property will be sold free and clear of all tax claims and tax judgments. The Private Sale will take place on October 8, 2012 at the Luzerne County Courthouse at 200 River Street, Wilkes-Barre. If anyone should object to said sale, they may file a petition with the Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas.

To Christopher Abrams or any other owner of said property located at 23 South Hancock Street, WilkesBarre City, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, identified

by Parcel Number 73-H10SW4-023-028-000 and all persons having liens, taxes and municipal claims against said property.

Notice is hereby given that Northeast Revenue Service, LLC, as agent for the Luzerne County Tax Claim Bureau, under Section 613 of the Real Estate Tax Sale Law of 1947 as amended, intends to make a Private Sale of the above referenced property to Swinka Realty Investments, LLC in exchange for a bid price of $1,050.00. Said property will be sold free and clear of all tax claims and tax judgments. The Private Sale will take place on October 8, 2012 at the Luzerne County Courthouse at 200 River Street, Wilkes-Barre. If anyone should object to said sale, they may file a petition with the Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas.

To Christopher Abrams or any other owner of said property located at 257 Coal Street, Wilkes-Barre City, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, identified by Parcel Number 73-H10SW4-007-023-000 and all persons having liens, taxes and municipal claims against said property.

Notice is hereby given that Northeast Revenue Service, LLC, as agent for the Luzerne County Tax Claim Bureau, under Section 613 of the Real Estate Tax Sale Law of 1947 as amended, intends to make a Private Sale of the above referenced property to Swinka Realty Investments, LLC in exchange for a bid price of $1,200.00. Said property will be sold free and clear of all tax claims and tax judgments. The Private Sale will take place on October 8, 2012 at the Luzerne County Courthouse at 200 River Street, Wilkes-Barre. If anyone should object to said sale, they may file a petition with the Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas.

To Marion Wolfe and Robert Wolfe or any other owner of said property located at 541 North Penn Avenue, Wilkes-Barre City, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, identified by Parcel Number 73-H10NW3-020-004-000 and all persons having liens, taxes and municipal claims

against said property.

Notice is hereby given that Northeast Revenue Service, LLC, as agent for the Luzerne County Tax Claim Bureau, under Section 613 of the Real Estate Tax Sale Law of 1947 as amended, intends to make a Private Sale of the above referenced property to Swinka Realty Investments, LLC in exchange for a bid price of $1,700.00. Said property will be sold free and clear of all tax claims and tax judgments. The Private Sale will take place on October 8, 2012 at the Luzerne County Courthouse at 200 River Street, Wilkes-Barre. If anyone should object to said sale, they may file a petition with the Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas.

To Debra Hoskins or any other owner of said property located at 198 South Sherman Street, Wilkes-Barre City, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, identified by Parcel Number 73-I10NW1-010-002-000 and all persons having liens, taxes and municipal claims against said property.

Notice is hereby given that Northeast Revenue Service, LLC, as agent for the Luzerne County Tax Claim Bureau, under Section 613 of the Real Estate Tax Sale Law of 1947 as amended, intends to make a Private Sale of the above referenced property to Swinka Realty Investments, LLC in exchange for a bid price of $1,800.00. Said property will be sold free and clear of all tax claims and tax judgments. The Private Sale will take place on October 8, 2012 at the Luzerne County Courthouse at 200 River Street, Wilkes-Barre. If anyone should object to said sale, they may file a petition with the Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas.

To Eleanor Leagus or any other owner of said property located at 92 North Sherman Street, Wilkes-Barre City, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, identified by Parcel Number 73-H10SW4-005-031-000 and all persons having liens, taxes and municipal claims against said property.

Notice is hereby given that Northeast Revenue Service, LLC, as agent for the Luzerne County Tax Claim Bureau, under Section 613 of the Real Estate Tax Sale Law of 1947 as amended, intends to make a Private Sale of the above referenced property to Swinka Realty Investments, LLC in exchange for a bid price of $1,150.00. Said property will be sold free and clear of all tax claims and tax judgments. The Private Sale will take place on October 8, 2012 at the Luzerne County Courthouse at 200 River Street, Wilkes-Barre. If anyone should object to said sale, they may file a petition with the Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas.

To Autumn and Curtis Evans or any other owner of said property located at 317 Scott Street, Wilkes-Barre City, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, identified by Parcel Number 73-H10SW2-023-007-000 and all persons having liens, taxes and municipal claims against said property.

Notice is hereby given that Northeast Revenue Service, LLC, as agent for the Luzerne County Tax Claim Bureau, under Section 613 of the Real Estate Tax Sale Law of 1947 as amended, intends to make a Private Sale of the above referenced property to Swinka Realty Investments, LLC in exchange for a bid price of $1,400.00. Said property will be sold free and clear of all tax claims and tax judgments. The Private Sale will take place on October 8, 2012 at the Luzerne County

Courthouse at 200 River Street, Wilkes-Barre. If anyone should object to said sale, they may file a petition with the Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas.

To Louis and Patricia Wiernusz or any other owner of said property located at 41 South Meade Street, WilkesBarre City, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, identified by Parcel Number 73-I10NW1-002-014-000 and all persons having liens, taxes and municipal claims against said property.

Notice is hereby given that Northeast Revenue Service, LLC, as agent for the Luzerne County Tax Claim Bureau, under Section 613 of the Real Estate Tax Sale Law of 1947 as amended, intends to make a Private Sale of the above referenced property to Swinka Realty Investments, LLC in exchange for a bid price of $2,000.00. Said property will be sold free and clear of all tax claims and tax judgments. The Private Sale will take place on October 8, 2012 at the Luzerne County Courthouse at 200 River Street, Wilkes-Barre. If anyone should object to said sale, they may file a petition with the Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas.

To Debra Hoskins or any other owner of said property located at 710 North Washington Street, Wilkes-Barre City, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, identified by Parcel Number 73-H10NW2-029-042-000 and all persons having liens, taxes and municipal claims against said property.

Notice is hereby given that Northeast Revenue Service, LLC, as agent for the Luzerne County Tax Claim Bureau, under Section 613 of the Real Estate Tax Sale Law of 1947 as amended, intends to make a Private Sale of the above referenced property to Swinka Realty Investments, LLC in exchange for a bid price of $1,500.00. Said property will be sold free and clear of all tax claims and tax judgments. The Private Sale will take place on October 8, 2012 at the Luzerne County Courthouse at 200 River Street, Wilkes-Barre. If anyone should object to said sale, they may file a petition with the Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas.

To Debra Hoskins or any other owner of said property located at 245 East Northampton Street, Wilkes-Barre City, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, identified by Parcel Number 73-H10SW4-013-010-000 and all persons having liens, taxes and municipal claims against said property.

Notice is hereby given that Northeast Revenue Service, LLC, as agent for the Luzerne County Tax Claim Bureau, under Section 613 of the Real Estate Tax Sale Law of 1947 as amended, intends to make a Private Sale of the above referenced property to Swinka Realty Investments, LLC in exchange for a bid price of $1,500.00. Said property will be sold free and clear of all tax claims and tax judgments. The Private Sale will take place on October 8, 2012 at the Luzerne County Courthouse at 200 River Street, Wilkes-Barre. If anyone should object to said sale, they may file a petition with the Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas.

Northeast Revenue Service, LLC, as agent for the Luzerne County Tax Claim Bureau, By: Sean Shamany, Director

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Accounting/ Finance

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE/PAYROLL ASSISTANT Full time (75.00 hrs. every 2 weeks) administrative position working closely with Fiscal and Human Resources staff of a moderately sized non-profit agency. The principal areas of focus will be in Accounts Payable and processing In-House Payroll. Excellent customer service skills, non-profit accounting skills, knowledge of payroll processing and strong Excel skills required. Experience in Sage/ABRA software and/or Financial Edge a plus. 3-5 years work experience in related field required. We offer an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k), life insurance, employee assistance program and generous paid time off program.

Visit www.mfhs.org to learn more about us. Interested candidates respond with resume and salary requirements by 08/10/12 to: MATERNAL & FAMILY HEALTH SERVICES ATTN: HUMAN RESOURCES 15 PUBLIC SQUARE, SUITE 600 WILKES-BARRE, PA 18701 FAX: 570-823-7042 EMAIL: JOBS@MFHS.ORG EOE M/F D/V

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SALES WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE Saturdays, 8 hours.

Work with customers. Good math skills. Ability to lift 50 lbs. Knowledge of doors, windows, molding, etc.

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Building/ Construction/ Skilled Trades

Entry Level Construction Laborer

Two person crew, no experience necessary, company will train. The work is outdoor, fastpaced, very physical and will require the applicant to be out of town for eight day intervals followed by six days off. Applicants must have a valid PA drivers license and clean driving record.

Starting wage is negotiable but will be no less than $14.00 per with family health, dental and 401k. APPLY AT R.K. HYDRO-VAC, INC., 1075 OAK ST PITTSTON, PA 18640 E-MAIL RESUME TO TCHARNEY@ RKHYDROVACPA.COM OR CALL 800-2377474 MONDAY TO FRIDAY, 8:30 TO 4:30 E.O.E. AND MANDATORY DRUG TESTING.

EXPERIENCED CARPENTER Part time, possible Full time.

(570) 793-5501

Education/ Training

Find the perfect friend.

ChildCare Teachers Wilkes-Barre, Dallas & Mountain Top Locations.

The Northwest Area School District is accepting applications for the following positions: Part Time Title 1 Aide - Candidate must be highly qualified to work with children with reading difficulties.

Applicants should have a minimum of an associate’s degree to be highly qualified. Position availability based on federal funding.

CALL 570-905-3322 ASK FOR LAKE GEMZIK OR EMAIL RESUME TO: LGEMZIK@ BUILDINGBLOCKS LEARNINGCENTER.COM

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Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair

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Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair

WYOMING AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT Wyoming Area School District is accepting applications for the following positions for the 2012-2013 school year:

- Director of Physical Plant/Supervisor of Buildings & Grounds - Marching Band Director - Junior High Head Soccer Coach - Junior High Assistant Soccer Coach

PA state inspection license, emissions license, experience a must.

ASE certification a plus.

Must be willing to continue to grow as a technician through online and classroom training as well as reading service publications.

We Offer A Competitive Compensation Package.

EMAIL RESUME IN CONFIDENCE TO: KHEFFELFINGER@KENPOLLOCKNISSAN.COM Other

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Other

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Substitute Secretaries Salary: As per terms of current Collective Bargaining Agreement Deadline: August 9, 2012 Please submit a letter of interest, resume, application, certification, praxis, transcripts, and clearances, to the attention of: Dr. Ron Grevera, Superintendent, Northwest Area School District 243 Thorne Hill Road, Shickshinny, PA 18655. E.O.E

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• Diagnose customer complaints and problems • Maintain and service vehicles • Work in a team environment • Follow standards and procedures

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Education/ Training

Other

Earn Extra Cash For Just A Few Hours A Day. Deliver

Please submit a letter of interest, resume, application, Act 34, Act 151, Act 114 clearance forms, credentials, letters of recommendation to Mr. Raymond J. Bernardi, Superintendent, Wyoming Area School District, 20 Memorial Street, Exeter, PA., 18643, no later than Monday, August 6, 2012. e.o.e.

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Other

144 daily / 142 Sunday / 155 Sunday Dispatch

203 daily / 243 Sunday

Golf Course Road, Hartman Road, Main Road, Old Tavern Road, Prichards Road

Shickshinny/Mocanaqua $420 Monthly Profit + Tips 84 daily / 96 Sunday

East Butler Street, West Union Street, West Butler Street, Hill Street, Italy Street, Jeanette Street

Hughestown/Pittston

$420 Monthly Profit + Tips 108 daily / 110 Sunday

1st Street, Center Street, Griffith Street, Division Street, Lambert Street, Searle Street

To start earning extra cash or to find a route near you call Rosemary:

570-829-7107

Coccia Collision Center Coccia Ford Lincoln Rudy Podest 577 East Main Street Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702 570-823-8888 rpodest@ cocciacars.com

Button Oil Company Is Now Interviewing For A

HVAC Service Technician

Oil/Gas experience required, valid PA drivers license required, must be willing to get a/c certs. Mandatory & rotating call nights/ days.

Pay level upon experience, benefits available. email resumes to abutton@buttonoil. com and/or apply in person @ BUTTON OIL COMPANY, Rear 122 South Main Road, Mountain Top.

CAR WASH STAFF CUSTOMER SERVICE

We have Full time and Part time openings for weekdays and weekends (9am-5pm or 10am6pm). This is fast paced work requiring the ability to clean cars, make windows sparkle, and deliver excellent service. Valid drivers license required.

If you enjoy working in a first class facility and a team atmosphere you’ll earn above average pay and free car washes. We can adjust schedules around school or other schedules. Apply in person at the areas finest car wash!

Janitorial/ Cleaning

CLEANING PERSON

$765 Monthly Profit + Tips

$1300 Monthly Profit + Tips

openings for body repair techs, detailers, paint prep staff, frame and unibody specialist. Excellent pay and benefit package.

Needed for business. Evening hours (6pm-?) and weekends. $10/hour. Part time or full time hours available.

Employment references required.

Call 570-823-7907 for an interview.

Pittston Township

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Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair

BODYWeSHOP JOBS have

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Adams Street, Blueberry Hill Development, Cherry Street, Columbia Street, McAlpine Street

Hunlock Creek

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146 daily / 147 Sunday

194 daily / 245 Sunday

Apply in Person No Phone Calls

Minimum of 3 years experience.

C. W. Schultz & Son Apply in person at 216 Parrish St., Wilkes-Barre, or call 570-822-8158

$560 Monthly Profit + Tips

Blair Street, Davenport Street, Franklin Street, Orchard Street, Coal Street, W. Main Street, North Street

Immediate openings for: - Delivery Driver - Line Cook - Bartender (Full or part time)

HVAC TECHNICIANS

Duryea

$1060 Monthly Profit + Tips

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Logistics/ Transportation

for an experienced driver/warehouse worker. Air brake CDL preferred, but not required. Must have experience driving a 26 foot straight truck.

Excellent starting rate and full benefits package.

Apply in person to: INTERSTATE BUILDING MATERIALS, INC. Attn: Director of HR 322 Laurel St. Pittston 18640

566 Sales/Business Development

566 Sales/Business Development

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Other

Do you want the best for today’s children?

Foster families are urgently needed. Training, support and reimbursement provided.

Call FCCY 1-800-747-3807 EOE

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Production/ Operations

GENERAL

SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS

West Side, semi retired & home makers welcome, will train. 570-288-8035

548 Medical/Health

IN-HOME CAREGIVER Parkinson’s patient

with Trach. Start @ $10.25/hour. Home care experience or nursing training required. In Dallas.

35 daytime hours/ week, schedule negotiable. Reply by email: homeaide 18612@gmail.com

LPN

Daily, 8am-3pm, to provide full personal care.

Also, 3pm-9pm, full personal care.

Pittston Area. Experience and references.

570-239-4589 Leave a Message.

PART TIME MEDICAL ASSISTANT For busy physician

office in the Hazleton area. Some evening hours.

Must be flexible.

Please mail resume to: 631 Airport Road Suite 101, Hazleton PA 18202, email to paincare56@yahoo. com or fax to (570) 861-8205

Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Part Time. Orthopedic experience preferred but not required.

Send resume & salary requirements to: P.O. Box 1615 Kingston, PA 18704

RN SUPERVISOR Full Time 11-7

LPN/RN Full Time 3-11

BAYLOR NURSE LPN/RN

Weekends 7a-7p & 7p-7a

Per diem all shifts for CNA, LPN & RN Apply in person at

295 Mundy St. Behind the W.V. Mall

Available routes:

Plymouth

Outside the Wyoming Valley Mall

Orloski’s Wash & Lube

(No Collections)

Flag Street, Market Street, Frothingham Street, Parnell Street, Sunrise Drive, Winter Street, Broad Street

527 Food Services/ Hospitality

DRIVER/WAREHOUSE Immediate opening

The Classified section at timesleader.com

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Ken Pollock Nissan is looking for an experienced, Organized, Professional Service Technician to:

506 Administrative/ Clerical

MFHS is seeking this position to be responsible for the coordination of activities and communications of executive office.

Responsibilities include: Coordinate CEO activities, communications, calendar and travel; meeting preparation and coordination; compose presentations, reports and correspondence; maintain relationships with governmental and community partners. Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree in related field, and at least 2 years relevant experience in government, private sector or non-profit.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills are a must, ability to independently manage multiple tasks/ projects, organize administrative processes, maintain a high level of confidentiality. Successful candidate must be highly proficient in Microsoft Office.

Full-time with excellent benefit package, medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) plan, life insurance, and paid time off. Respond with resume and salary requirements by 8/13/12 to: MATERNAL & FAMILY HEALTH SERVICES, ATTN: HUMAN RESOURCES, 15 PUBLIC SQUARE, SUITE 600 WILKES-BARRE, PA 18701 FAX: 570-823-7042 EMAIL:JOBS@MFHS.ORG EOE M/F D/V

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ANIMAL CARE

KUNKLE KENNEL, LLC Looking for experienced KENNEL ASSISTANTS Apply in person or Call 570-675-1111 or email kunkle kennels@epix.net

Positions available at Marquis Art & Frame

PART TIME WOODWORKER & VAN DRIVER. PLEASE APPLY AT 122 South Main St. Wilkes-Barre

566 Sales/Business Development

A regional multimedia company headquartered in Wilkes-Barre, we provide news, information and entertainment across multiple media platforms. Our flagship publication, The Times Leader, and several weekly and specialized publications serve the readers and advertisers of northeastern Pennsylvania well. We provide commercial and other services in the region and surrounding states.

Building on our solid print foundation, we offer various multimedia products: website development; social media marketing; search engine optimization and marketing; QR code marketing and tracking; and many other services.

We currently offer these employment opportunities:

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Qualified applicant will have be goal oriented, able to work within daily deadlines, have solid computer and internet knowledge, superior verbal and written communication skills, excellent typing and grammar skills, a high energy level and an eagerness to learn.

Compensation includes base pay plus monthly commission.

If you meet these requirements and want to start an exciting new career send your resume to lbyrnes@timesleader.com No telephone calls please.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace.

PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR

Cornell Iron Works, a leading and growing manufacturer of Security Closure Products, is seeking a qualified Production Supervisor for our Mountaintop manufacturing facility. Duties include managing the daily manufacturing activities in order to meet company goals. The Supervisor will also be responsible for maintaining quality standards, implementing safety policies and procedures, facilitating process improvements, and training.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3-5 years supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment. Must be detail oriented and have strong organizational and problem solving skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required.

Exceptional leadership skills are a must.

Cornell Iron Works offers a great work environment with a competitive benefit program including health insurance, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation and opportunity for advancement.

Interested candidates should apply in person, email their resume and salary history to janiney@cornell iron.com, or mail to: Cornell Iron Works Crestwood Industrial Park 24 Elmwood Ave. Mountaintop, PA 18707 www. cornelliron.com (No phone calls, please) Equal Opportunity Employer

PRODUCTION WORKERS Local window man-

ufacturing Company is seeking experienced line operators. Starting rate depends on experience. Attendance and Productivity Bonus are potential.

Health, Dental, Vision & 401K Plan available upon full time status. Don’t miss out on an opportunity to join a great team! Apply in person to: INTERSTATE BUILDING MATERIALS, INC. Attn: Director of HR 322 Laurel St. Pittston 18640

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Sales/Retail/ Business Development

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www.startavon. com/mlevalley 888-286-6743

RETAIL SHOWROOM ASSISTANT

Computer literate with good people skills. Part time.

Personnel@efo furniture.com

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SAM’S CLUBtime

Hiring part positions for:

Cashiers Overnight Merchandiser Bakery Meat Department Cart Associates

Please apply online at SamsClub.com or at the Kiosk in the Club.

441 WILKES-BARRE TOWNSHIP BOULEVARD 570-821-5500

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DISTRIBUTION CENTER Clothing & shoe distributor: Job duties may include: order picking/ packing, inventory of incoming merchandise, shipping.

You will walk a lot, potentially 3-5 miles a day.

Lifting up to 45 lbs may be required.

Primary shift is 9 am - 5:30 pm M-F. Applicants must possess a strong work ethic, sharp attention to detail, and be reliable.

Employees must work quickly and efficiently with a high level of accuracy.

HillCorpJobs @gmail.com

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Business Opportunities

BUSINESS FOR SALE

Quaint family restaurant in New Albany, PA, with 2 occupied upstairs apartments.

Turn key operation. For more info, call 570-637-4197

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Local well established beer distributor for sale, Including property and license. Call 570-430-0730 or 570-430-0727 Seamstress wanted Would you like to be able to set your own hours while owning your own business? & Joining forces with an already established boutique.. Call Sally for details.

570-675-4634

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Auto Parts

Business Opportunities

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It’s a process that starts with you and involves time and a conscious effort to pay your debts.

Learn about managing credit and debt at ftc. gov/credit. A message from The Times Leader and the FTC.

To place your ad Call Toll Free 1-800-427-8649

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Air Conditioners

AIR CONDITIONERS 2 portable 14,000 btu. $325 each or both for $600.

570-820-9904

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Auto Parts

AS ALWAYS ***HIGHEST PRICES*** PAID FOR YOUR UNWANTED VEHICLES!!!

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566 Sales/Business Development

AUTOMOTIVE SALES CONSULTANT Valley Chevrolet is seeking individuals who are self starters, team oriented and driven.

(No Experience Necessary)

• Salary & Commission • Benefits • 401K Plan • 5 Day Work Week • Huge New & Used Inventory

BE PART OF THE BEST SALES TEAM IN THE VALLEY!

SALES OPPORTUNITY DelBaso Ford is now

accepting applications for Sales Positions. We are looking for an energetic, self-motivated individual to join our award winning organization.

Apply in person to: 249 Market Street Kingston Email: PatandDans @aol.com or Call 570-288-4501

Warehouse

Apply in person to:

Blake Gagliardi, Sales Manager Rick Merrick, Sales Manager

VALLEY CHEVROLET

601 Kidder Street, Wilkes-Barre

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Production/ Operations

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Production/ Operations

MANUFACTURING – NIGHT SHIFT –

MACHINE OPERATORS NEEDED

$9.00/hour to start.

60-90 day evaluation with $ increase $ based on YOUR performance, attendance etc. Benefit Package includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Vacation, Holiday pay PLUS Full-time 12 hour shifts on alternating 3 & 4 day work weeks.

Every other weekend a must.

Previous mfg. experience preferred.

Some heavy lifting.

Accepting applications at

AEP INDUSTRIES, INC. 20 Elmwood Ave. Crestwood Industrial Park Mountaintop, PA 18707

Grullony@aepinc.com

EOE We are a drug free workplace.

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Arts/Crafts/ Hobbies

CIRCUIT PERSONAL ELECTRIC CUTTER

by Provo Craft. New never used. Bonus cartridge & DVD’s also Ultimate Creative Series DVDs never opened with custom storage box. All for $175.

570-357-4025

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Antiques & Collectibles

COINS Washington quarters 1932-P 1935-P; 1936P; 1936D; 1939P; 1940D. $80.

570-287-4135 PIANO Livingston upright player piano, pump style with approximate 35 music rolls. Ground level removal. $125.

570-479-2322

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Appliances

Why Spend Hundreds on New or Used Appliances?

Most problems with your appliances are usually simple and inexpensive to fix!

Save your hard earned money, Let us take a look at it first!

30 years in the business.

East Main Appliances 570-735-8271 Nanticoke Gas Dryer (large cap.) Speed Queen good condition. $85.00 call 570328-2046 REFRIGERATOR Whirlpool 18 cu. ft. $100.

Whirlpool washer, good condition $100. Sharp microwave, large good condition $25.

570-825-4336

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Baby Items

STROLLER J. Mason Navy blue with storage underneath & canopy. Folds easily. $5. 333-4325

716

Building Materials

DELTA TOILET tank fill valves, new in box never opened total of 11 pieces all for $15. 735-6638 HOT WATER HEATER 40 gallon 9 year warranty, natural gas, 40,000 btu, new in box paid $495. sell for $275. firm 570-457-7854

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Furniture & Accessories

CHAIRS, (2) Genuine leather, custom made recliners.

Taupe color, like new. $550 each. SOFA, CHAIR, OTTOMAN, 3 TABLES, great for den. Wood and cloth, all in excellent condition. $450.

Call after 12 noon 570-675-5046 CHINA CABINET, $400. DESK, $125.

SEWING MACHINE, $50. 570-578-0728 COUCH 80”x32” $25. 570-829-2082

FURNISH FOR LESS

* NELSON * * FURNITURE * * WAREHOUSE * Recliners from $299 Lift Chairs from $699 New and Used Living Room Dinettes, Bedroom 210 Division St Kingston Call 570-288-3607 KITCHEN DINING SET. Solid oak, 6 chairs.

Leaf to expand table. Good condition. $250 OBO. 570-714-5386 KITCHEN TABLE like new, table, 2 chairs, bench. Will deliver within 10 miles of Wilkes-Barre and assemble. $125.

570-262-9273 LIVING ROOM SET 3 piece, reclining couch, reclining love seat, beige & green reclining rocker.

Very good condition. $200.

New boxspring, queen size, beauty rest, can’t get upstairs $50. 283-5619

$ $ $ $ $ Mattress A Queen Size Pillow Top Set Still in Plastic Must Sell!!! $150 570-280-9628

GET THE WORD OUT with a Classified Ad. 570-829-7130

MATTRESS SALE

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Mattress Guy

Twin sets: $139 Full sets: $159 Queen sets: $199 All New American Made 570-288-1898

PLYWOOD aluminum sheating h clips 1/2” total of new 166 pieces all for $10. 735-6638

Metal outdoor table with five chairs $35 Cherry end table $25 570-262-4421

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NIGHT STAND, maple $6. 6 sets of twin sheets, $12.

China Hutch medium wood Mediterranean style $40.

A/C large, used one season. $65. Also, 2 wool women’s jackets, 1 reversible. $12. each. 570822-9617570-8229617 after 11 am.

Clothing

COAT black, long leather, very good condition $35.

570-287-6329 REFEREE pants and shirts. (5) $10-$14, shirts, (5) $8.

SHOES, black $10 & $20.

Sleeveless shirts, $3, Leather bag, $10.

570-252-8295

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Computer Equipment & Software

DELL DIMENSION 2400 tower. New 160gb harddrive. fresh windows xp installation. 1 gb ram. microsoft office 2007. usb mouse/keyboard included. delivery available. $65.

570-654-0574.

GATEWAY E-series tower. 2.8ghz cpu. 1 gb ram. 80gb harddrive. Windows xp.

Office 2007. $80 obo. 570-654-0574.

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Exercise Equipment

ELLIPTICAL machine Pro-form Cardio cross Trainer 800. Excellent condition. Asking $150.

570-287-2085 ELLIPTICAL Nordic Track CX 925 with digital display. $700. new, sell for $275. Ab Works Bench Nordic Track. $125 new. Sell for $30. 570-654-1002

"MERIT FITNESS" Treadmill Model 710. Monitors heart rate. Timer, distance, calories, and adjustable speed readouts. $125. 735-2877 PULL UP BAR Body Solid Power rack $150. HARD CORE GYM plate loaded, cable pulley machine, lat pull down, chest press, peck deck, leg extension, lower pulley for curling $150. 868-6024 TREADMILL NEW $300 obo.

570-362-0076

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Furniture & Accessories

BAR STOOLS. (4) beige leather and cherry wood. Pier One. Immaculate condition. $350 570-814-1316 BEDROOM SUITE Queen sleigh bed, dresser, armoire, nightstand. Excellent condition. $950 Neg. 388-1106 CHAIR, arm oversize, new $75.

570-655-9472

PATIO DINING SET 4 sling spring chairs with 4’ round glass top table, very good condition. $125.

La z boy maroon color rocker recliner, very good condition. $225.

570-714-4350 TABLE LAMP Oriental Chinese woman 1960’s ceramic, pink -white-gold. $35.

Collector spoons 17 different, must take all $35. 696-1927 TABLES marble coffee & 2 end tables.

Excellent Condition.

Asking $250 for all 3 pieces. 654-1002

748 Good Things To Eat

PICK YOUR OWN BLUEBERRIES! 8am to 8pm

Closed Sundays Sickler Blueberry Farm - Vernon 570-333-5286 570-333-4944 NO PETS IN THE FIELD!!

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Medical Equipment

WHEEL CHAIR excellent condition $50. 570-905-4818

758 Miscellaneous

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758 Miscellaneous

758 Miscellaneous

BINDERS. (1) sports cards, (1) Pokeman cards and pencil sharpeners.

Too much to list. $75 for all OBO. 570-288-4651

MOTOR. New Pellet Stove Auger Motor.

Made by Merkle Korff, model 45515U1-063. Easy installation. $75.

570-655-3969

BRAKE PRO TAPCO PRO 14 $999.

570-604-9307

PERSONAL ELECTRONIC COMPUTER, new, never used bonus cartridge, 3 bonus dvd’s, & ultimate creative series dvd’s with custom storage box. all unopened, $175.570-357-4025

CAR TOP CARRIER Sears, hard shell, new in box, never used $125. Great Buy. 570-457-7854 CLOTHING, boys, over 45 items name brand, L/XL, 14-18 $40 for all. SHOES, women’s, (Skechers) size 9, new or barely worn. 4 pair, $40 for all., Mens Zig Tech Sneakers, size 11, never worn, $20.

FIGURINES, Precious Moments, no boxes, 7 for $50.

570-237-1583

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GARAGE SALE LEFTOVERS AMCOR portable 10,000 BTU air conditioner. Paid over $400 used 3 summers $100.

Graco stroller, blue $10. 570-823-7540 GRILL large George Foreman, 1 yr old asking $10. Brand new toaster in box $8.

Macaroni machine all attachments $5. 4 small Lenox dishes $3. 6 glass compote $3.

Large scarfs $1. each. Christmas & Halloween .50 to $1.

Set of yellow flower dishes, service for 8, like new $8. 2 new folding umbrellas $2. each.

570-824-2571

570-301-3602

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LAMPS, parlor stand, (2) $15 each, MOVIE, Gong show, $10, WINDOWS, (5) storm, $10 each, TIRES, Various brands and sizes. $20 to $100. SKATEBOARD, $5, PVC pipe, $10. MOTOR, Chevy 350, $300, Chevy Caprice parts $40 each.

570-740-1246

Say it HERE in the Classifieds!

570-829-7130 LEFT OVER GARAGE SALE ITEMS 2 boxes of books, paperback & hardcover, $20 each, Mens clothing, large 17 pieces, $25, X-large, 9 pieces, $10. Girls 14, 14/16, 16, 42 pieces $45. Jr. Girls, medium, large, and extra large 37 pieces, $40. All like new.

TV, 19” Curtis Mathes w/remote $15, TV, 26” GE w/remote. $20.

2 person sleeping bag, like new $30.

570-474-6028

MERCHANTS VILLAGE

MERCHANTSVILLAGE.COM

(Former Walmart Building) Oak St., Pittston

COME SHOP WITH US! 3 ACRES INSIDE

AIR CONDITIONED Huge, Huge Inventory

All Junk Cars & Trucks Wanted Highest Prices Paid In CA$H

FREE PICKUP

570-574-1275 AQUARIUM 20 gallon. “everything” included, just add water & fish. Gravel, light, filter system with extra filters, food, vacuum hose for cleaning, plus more. $40.

570-256-3983

• FOOD ITEMS Huge Selection 1/2 Price!

• BABY ITEMS

diapers by the case

• BEAUTY ITEMS Make-Up • CLEANING ITEMS • ELECTRONICS

SCOOTER Q Linkl $975. firm.

144 miles only, automatic transmission After 6 pm 570-288-6925 SEWING MACHINE, Singer. Heavy duty on formica table $100. 570-740-7446

760 Monuments & Lots

CEMETERY LOT

in Memorial Shrine Park of Northeastern Pennsylvania, Wyoming.

Burial lot #229, graves 1-2-3, in the Crown Hill section.

Valued at more than $1,500; for sale at $600.

570-735-2877

762

Food Court

570-891-1972

baseball, football, basketball, hockey & non-sports.

Sets, singles & wax. Also buying comics.

570-212-0398

VITO’S & GINO’S

Wanted:

ALL JUNK CARS & TRUCKS Highest Prices Paid!!

FREE PICKUP

288-8995

To place your ad call...829-7130

WANTED JEWELRY

***** PIANO *****

Reel to Reel tape deck, with 35 reel to reel tapes $300.

570-655-9472

772

Pools & Spas

KREEPY KRAULY automatic pool cleaner for sale for $200. Unit is complete with 40’ of hose & used only 3 times.570-735-5381

776 Sporting Goods BIKE, Mongoose Mountain, $50.

GOLF CLUBS, Callaway, $40. MAGAZINE collection. $1 each.

FISHING POLES, $40.

570-655-9472 MINI BIKE. Baja Warrior. 196cc, 4 stroke motor. Top speed 35 MPH. Rear hand brake.

Hardly ridden. $400 OBO. 570-472-3440 RODS & REELS, Shakespeare combos with line 1 each Micron Spin & 1 each ProAM $20 each & large tackle box $5.

570-735-6638 SKI RACK Barrecrafters Sierra SX-ll. Adjusts to 40”52”. Holds 5 pairs skis or 2 snowboards. Never used. $20. 570-709-1288

778

Stereos/ Accessories

STEREO, console model 8 track/ cassette, record player & radio. (combo) good condition.

Tapes included $50.

570-822-9617 after 2pm.

784

Tools

CIRCULAR SAW B & D 7 1/4” + extension cord $30. Jig saw + extension cord $40.

100’ extension cord on reel $25. Screw drivers approximately 26 in case $20. B & D hedger shears $20.

570-655-5193 REELCRAFT TW 8460 Oxygen Acetylene Dual Retractable Welding Hose Reel.

Paid $350 for sale $125.

570-822-6869 WHEELBARROW Big, 8 cu. ft. 2 wheels $50.

570-740-7446

786 Toys & Games KITCHEN SET child’s deluxe Step By Step less than 2 years old, includes all pieces. Extremely clean & hardly used.

H.44”, W.48” D.14”.

Paid over $200, asking $90 OBO 570-407-9893

788

Stereo/TV/ Electronics

TVS Super Buy, 61” color projection screen with remote control, works great with no known internal or external problems. $250. 32” silver Sanyo flat screen color with remote control, works great with no known internal or external issues. $150.

903-5824; email leelee1300 @yahoo.com

796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise

Dogs

PAWS TO CONSIDER....

ENHANCE YOUR PET CLASSIFIED AD ONLINE Call 829-7130 Place your pet ad and provide us your email address This will create a seller account online and login information will be emailed to you from gadzoo.com “The World of Pets Unleashed” You can then use your account to enhance your online ad. Post up to 6 captioned photos of your pet Expand your text to include more information, include your contact information such as e-mail, address phone number and or website.

BLACK LAB PUPPY Female.

Approximately 8 mos. old.

No shots, good with kids. Very playful.

99% housebroken.

FREE to good home. 570-371-9141 570-357-3525

DRUM SET, 5 piece, $300.

570-655-9472 ++++ KAWAI ++++ Continental Concerto Like Brand New Ebony upright $1985. ph 570-675-4655

815

BUYING SPORT CARDS Pay Cash for

Musical Instruments

WILKESBARREGOLD

(570)48GOLD8 (570)484-6538

Highest Cash PayOuts Guaranteed Mon-Sat 10am-6pm Closed Sundays

1092 Highway 315 Blvd (Plaza 315) 315N .3 miles after Motorworld

We Pay At Least 80% of the London Fix Market Price for All Gold Jewelry

London PM Gold Price

Aug. 1st - $1,599.00 Visit us at WilkesBarreGold.com Or email us at wilkesbarregold@ yahoo.com

CAVALIER KING CHARLES SPANIEL PUPPIES

Registration Available, Health Certified. From $700 to $1,500

$ ANTIQUES BUYING $

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ALDEN

BEAR CREEK

DALLAS Huge Reduction

DALLAS

Large home on a huge lot. Needs some care so come put your personal touch into this great value. Off street parking, 2 car detached garage and a large fenced in yard. Did we mentioned 4 bedrooms.

MLS 12-1589 $64,900 Call/text Donna 570-947-3824 or Tony 570-855-2424

6650 Bear Creek Blvd Well maintained custom built 2 story nestled on 2 private acres with circular driveway - Large kitchen with center island, master bedroom with 2 walk-in closets, family room with fireplace, custom built wine cellar.

A MUST SEE! MLS#11-4136 PRICE REDUCED $285,000 Call Geri 570-696-0888

CHIHUAHUA PUPS 1 female, $375 2

males $325 Vet checked. Great lap dogs.

570-648-8613

ITALIAN CANE CORSO

Mastiff Puppies ICCF Registered & ready to go! Parents on premises.

Blue. Vet Checked 570-617-4880

800 PETS & ANIMALS 805

Birds

PINEAPPLE CONURES Hand fed, hand

raised, tame, sold elsewhere for $399.

On sale for $190 for one, $300 for two.

Call 570-472-3914

810

Cats

CATS & KITTENS 12 weeks & up.

All shots, neutered, tested,microchipped

VALLEY CAT RESCUE

824-4172, 9-9 only CATS free to good home. Must Move!

Two 2 year old short hair males neutered & shots.

Can go together or separate.

570-239-4168 or 570-239-4166

AKC. Yellow or black. First shots & wormed. $450 each. Father is certified. Ready 08/03.

570-869-1720

LAB PUPS AKC. English.

Black & Chocolate. Big, blocky heads. Stocky.

Laid back temperament. All health clearances.

Ready now.

570-549-6800 www.emlabradors .com

SHIH-TZU PUPPIES

Parents on premises $500 570-436-3792 Poms, Husky, Labs, Yorkies, Puggles, Chihuahuas, Pugs Dachshund, Goldens, Shepherds, Dobermans, Shih-Tzus 570-453-6900 570-389-7877

Line up a place to live in classified!

BEAR CREEK REDUCED $13K This charming 3 bedroom has a modern eat in oak kitchen, hardwood floors in Living room & Dining Room, Modern bath, enclosed rear porch overlooking a deep yard, with parking.

MLS 12-2305 Priced to Sell, $55,000 Ann Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

(570) 288-6654

AVOCA

S O L D

1215 South St. SpaPcious 4 bedroom home with in law suite with separate entrance. Large lot, large room sizes. Split system A/C in family room. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-963 $89,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

845

Pet Supplies

PUPPY VARI KENNEL CAGE $25.

570-675-3328

FREE GREY CAT 3 year old male.

Neutered, up to date on shots, fully declawed and a great friend.

(570) 899-8731 KITTEN. FREE. `10 week old orange Tabby. Healthy, very playful & loving.

Needs a good home. 852-9850 KITTENS - FREE. To a good home.

Ready in 2 weeks.

3 kittens, 3 weeks old. 2 females grey stripe Tabby, 1 male yellow stripe Tabby.

All are healthy, very playful and loving.

570-852-9850 Renmars123 @aol.com KITTENS FREE (6) all black, free to good homes.

570-693-1088 KITTENS free to go homes. 3 male 2 female. Tiger stripes and tiger w white.

829-2031 ask for Rose

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Dogs

champion bloodlines.

1st shots dewormed males $200 each.

570-735-5541

BEAGLE PUPPIES

AKC, all shots.

Great pet or hunter $300. Dallas area 570-760-8684

AVOCA

Haddonfield Hills Corner Lot 4 bedroom, 2 ½ bath split level.

Hardwood floors.

Gas heat. 2 car garage. 12-1942

NEW PRICE

$194,900 Besecker Realty 570-675-3611

Exclusive privacy with this 61 acre 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with vaulted ceilings and open floor plan. Elegant formal living room, large airy family room and dining room. 322 sq. ft 3 season room opening to large deck with hot tub. Modern eat in kitchen with island, gas fireplace, living room, and wood burning stove basement.

Oversize 2 car garage. This stunning property boasts a relaxing pond and walking trail. Sit back and enjoy the view!

MLS 12-2085 $425,000 Sandy Rovinski EXT 25 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 BEAR CREEK

NEW LISTING! Spacious traditional Cape Cod home situated on 7.6 acres.

Country like setting, yet minutes to downtown major highway access and Geisinger.

Home features 4-5 bedrooms, family room, 2 baths, hardwood floors and a 2-car garage. #12-2627 $199,900 Karen Ryan 283-9100 x14

696-2600 214 Gedding St. Cozy Cape Cod home with 2 bedrooms, 1st floor laundry, nice yard with deck. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-668 $59,900 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

Back Mountain

YORKIE PUPS

Tiny, registered.

Pics available. $800-$950 Born 6/20/12.

Ready 8/18/12.

Taking deposits.

570-436-5083

248 Overbrook Rd. Lovely 4 bedroom cape cod situated in a private setting on a large lot.

Vaulted ceiling in dining room, large walk in closet in 1 bedroom on 2nd floor. Some replacement windows. Call Today!

MLS 11-2733 $94,900 Jay A. Crossin Extension 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

DALLAS

ASHLEY

HAVANESE PUPPIES

All colors, both genders available $700 to $1,300 www.willowspring cavaliers.com 215-538-2179

BEAGLE PUPPIES AKC

Old Toys, model kits, Bikes, dolls, guns, Mining Items, trains & Musical Instruments, Hess. 474-9544

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LAB PUPPIES

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• HOUSEHOLD ITEMS

• HEALTHCARE • TOOLS

796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise

Newberry Estate Three story freshly painted unit at Hillside. 2 bedrooms & loft, 3 bath, modern kitchen, fireplace in living room, central air & gas heat. Convenience of living at Newberry Enjoy golf, tennis & swimming. MLS#11-4435 $132,900 Call Rhea 570-696-6677

BACK MOUNTAIN

Dakota Woods Enjoy maintenance free living at Dakota Woods Development in the Back Mountain. This 3+ bedroom condo features an open floor plan, first floor master suite, hardwood floors, stunning granite kitchen, gas fireplace & 2 car garages. Large loft area provides multiuse space.

MLS# 11-3212 $299,000 Call Rhea 570-696-6677

DALLAS

Looking for a ranch in the Back Mountain? Come and preview this remodeled two or three bedroom, one bath home. New Pergo flooring, updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, off street parking. MLS #121213 $99,900 Call Kathy Murray 570-696-6403

DALLAS

DALLAS

95 JACKSON ST. Great Low Cost Utilities, Taxes and no Water bill. Your own fresh Water well.

Bath on each floor, 3 Good sized Bedrooms, Paved Drive leading to an oversized Garage.

Owner Motivated.

MLS 12-2006 $179,000 570-675-4400

DALLAS

MANY POSSIBILITIES! 4,000+ sq.ft. well maintained home with 4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, 2 kitchens and 2 story unfinished addition, garage, on 2 lots.

Can be finished for 3 unit rental income or country store. $153,000.

Jeannie Brady ERA BRADY ASSOCIATES 570-836-3848 DALLAS

Private & beautiful lovely brick chalet on 11.85 acres.

Custom brick work, tongue & groove interior & oversized 3 car garage.

Features whirlpool tub, heated sunroom, kitchen island & hickory cabinets, laundry room. Basement is plumbed & ready to finish.

MLS# 12-817 $315,000 Call Ken Williams Five Mountain Realty 570-542-8800

Small one story home on 9.5 acres, home is a fixer upper, no steps, home has mold.

Private driveway off of Jake Moore Road, grown in by brush. $150,000 MLS# 12-2114 Call Michael Nocera

Smith Hourigan Group 570-696-1195

Great value, great location on a fabulous lot. From your hot tub you can enjoy the view of the almost full acre lot.

Year round sun room, plus you have a Lower Level that adds more space to this great home.

Dont miss out on this incredible buy!! $139,900. For more information or to schedule a showing call or text Donna 570-947-3824 or Tony 570-855-2424

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New Homes From $275,000$595,000 570-474-5574 DURYEA

$125,000 REDUCED PRICE!!!

MOTIVATED SELLERS!!!

Good visibility commercial location.

Room for up to 3 businesses! Also has 2 apartments., off-street parking for 8 w/ possibility. of much more in rear. Great for Beauty/Nail Salon, Fitness Studio, Shop, and Garage type businesses.

Call CHRISTINE KUTZ for more information.

570-332-8832

SMITH HOURIGAN GROUP 570-696-5412 DALLAS

The Greens at Newberry Estates. Condo with special view of golf course & ponds.

3 bedrooms. Family room. 5 1/2 baths on 2 floors. 4,000 sq. ft. living area. 12-1480 $449,900 Besecker Realty 570-675-3611

Two story home with solar system, 2 car detached garage. Private driveway. Property is also for lease.

MLS# 12-1822 $189,000 Michael Nocera 570-357-4300

EDWARDSVILLE 3 bedroom, 1.5

bath, sunroom, 2 patios, single home. $50,000 Call 570-283-3489

Built in 2004, this delightful home is centrally located in Dallas. Very well maintained with central air, large yard, 23 x 13 living room with gas fireplace, gas hot water baseboard heat (1st and 2nd floors). In addition electric heat pumps/central AC to save on gas bills if you desire....radiant heat in basement floors...2 1/2 baths and 3 bedrooms...This Dallas home is ready to welcome its new owners!

Directions: Rte 415 towards Harveys Lake. Left on W Center Hill Rd, house is on left.

MLS# 12-2362 $209,900 Call Charlie Boyek 570-430-8487 CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE PROPERTIES 570-675-5100

Need a Roommate?

Place an ad and find one here!

570-829-7130

DALLAS

Attractive 7 year old 2-story with eat-inkitchen, oak cabinets, granite countertops, island & tile floor. Master bedroom with solid cherry hardwood floor, walk-in closet & master bath. Dual fireplace. Gas heat/ central air. Three car garage. Home Protection Plan. $279,900 Sandra Gorman 570-696-5408

DALLAS

DRUMS

DALLAS

94 Grandview Ave. Medallion Home 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms,. Large family room with gas fireplace, 3 zone gas heat, central air, walking distance to Dallas School Systems.

Priced to Sell. $172,000 Call (570)674-5505

Upper Demunds Road All brick- split level.

3 bedrooms. Hardwood floors. Central a/c. 2 car garage.

Extra 100 x 150 lot.

12-2004. $179,000 BESECKER REALTY 570-675-3611

Smith Hourigan Group 570-696-5412

DURYEA $53,000

412 New St. Motivated Seller.

Great starter home on large lot. Systems newer, but needs cosmetic updating. Ready to make to your liking!

MLS 12-1732 Call Kevin Sobilo 570-817-0706

DURYEA

1107 Spring Street Superb two story with 3 bedrooms & 1 ½ baths. Hardwood floors, gas heat, vinyl siding, large yard with garage.

Call Jim for details.

Offered at $169,500 Towne & Country Real Estate Co. 570-735-8932 or 570-542-5708

FRIDAY, AUGUST 3, 2012

HUNLOCK CREEK Rustic country

home with 7 acres, off Rt. 29 near Moon Lake. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Large kitchen & living room. Sunroom. 2 car garage.

2 story barn with fenced in pasture.

This property also comes with separate septic well, electric, carport & shed. $235,000.

570-506-5986

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DURYEA REDUCED $59,900

DURYEA NEW PRICE!!!!! $24,900

IS TWO BEDROOMS ENOUGH FOR YOU? Quaint & Quiet renovated two bedroom features new trendy large tiled Kitchen, hardwood floors in living room, formal dining room & bedrooms. New tiled bath with jetted tub to de-stress in. Two porches, yard & plenty of parking.

New furnace, hot water heater (with warranty) & new 100 amp box. Great starter home or someone looking to down size. Solid Buy! Taxes are not accurate. Owner is a Realtor. $84,900 11-4472. Please call Michele Hopkins 570-540-6046

621 Donnelly St. 2 bedroom, 1 car garage, gas heat. Already furnished with furniture. 1/2 double. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc. com MLS 12-1042 Call Tom 570-262-7716

P E N D I N G

97 Chittenden St. Flood damaged home with new furnace, electric box, water heater, outlets and switches.

1st floor gutted but already insulated and ready for sheetrock. 2nd floor has 4 bedrooms and bath with double sinks. Large yard. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com.

MLS 12-1225 Sorry, cash buyers only!

Call Charlie 570-829-6200

Collect cash, not dust!

Clean out your basement, garage or attic and call the Classified department today at 570829-7130!

Looking for Work?

Tell Employers with a Classified Ad. 570-829-7130

KINGSTON DUPLEX

2 bedrooms down, 1 upstairs, off-street parking. Nice neighborhood. $79,500.

Call 570-704-9446

SWOYERSVILLE

Large yard, quiet neighborhood. 2 bedrooms, dining & living rooms, unfinished basement. $51,000. Call (570)704-9446

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New Homes From $275,000$595,000 570-474-5574

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70 Yank St. Saturday, August 4 8am - 12 noon Household, children's clothing, school uniforms, (khakis and polos.) furniture.

DALLAS

119 Shupp Road (off Lower Demunds Road) August 4th & 5th.

9 - 4.

Rain or Shine!

234 Lincoln Street Saturday & Sunday 9am-4pm

LINE UP A GREAT DEAL...

IN CLASSIFIED!

Looking for the right deal on an automobile?

Turn to classified.

It’s a showroom in print!

Classified’s got the directions!

EDWARDSVILLE

EXETER

LINEUP ASUCCESSFULSALE INCLASSIFIED! Doyouneedmorespace?

A yard or garage sale in classified is the best way tocleanoutyourclosets!

You’re in bussiness with classified!

DALLAS

233 Machell Ave Sat., Aug. 4th, 8-1 Household items, kid’s clothes, something for everyone!

DALLAS

Looking for the right deal on an automobile?

Turn to classified.

It’s a showroom in print!

Classified’s got the directions!

1644 Murray St. Saturday August 4 8am-4pm Sports cards, books, video games household.

138 Roosevelt St. Saturday Aug. 4 8-2pm Benchcraft couch and sofa, 1 Dell desktop, 2 Dell monitors, printer Graco booster seat, highchair, 1st Safety baby monitor, Bouncy chair, 2 playpens, Foosable, wooden booster chair, clothing sizes 2 T - 10/12 girl’s & boys. Numerous costumes for young children. Household items, comforters purses, Pro Bissell steam vac, WII system & lots more!

138 Mason St Sat., Aug 4th, 7-?

Gymboree girl’s clothes, boy’s & men’s clothes, DVDs, books, car seat, jewelry & much more!

EXETER HUGE

25 Shoemaker St. Sat., Aug 4th, 8:30-2. Girl’s junior clothing (uniform), Aero, Pink, Hollister, a new red couch, wooden bench, skates, misc. items.

EDWARDSVILLE

286 to 288 Lawrence Street Sat., Aug. 4th, 8-2 Antiques, jewelry, baseball cards & memorabilia, decorations, cherry poster bed (PA House) & a little bit of everything!

Say it HERE in the Classifieds!

570-829-7130

444 River Street Sunday, Aug 5th, 9-2. Jewelry, handbags, electronics, children & adult clothing, toys, & household items.

EXETER

FORTY FORT

EDWARDSVILLE

DALLAS

57 PINE CREST AVE. Friday Aug. 3rd & Saturday Aug. 4th 8am-1pm women's designer clothes, purses, shoes, baby items, furniture, CD’s, linens, stereos & odds and ends!

65 Cook Street Saturday 8am-1pm Larkmount Manor Complete clean out, everything must go, priced to sell!

LINEUP ASUCCESSFULSALE INCLASSIFIED! Doyouneedmorespace?

A yard or garage sale in classified is the best way tocleanoutyourclosets!

You’re in bussiness with classified!

JUPITER MOON STUDIOS 250 PEPE COURT August 3rd & 4th 9 am - 2 pm (Off Memorial St., right on Pepe Ct.) Showroom Packed with Estate and Yard Sale Items.

Too Much to List!

1020 Sively St. Saturday, August 4 8am - 12noon Crib, High Chair, Quad Toy, Toys, Playhouse, Wii DS Vtech, DVDs, misc.

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HANOVER TWP. VENDORS WANTED

For Hampton House Harvest Fest and Craft Fair.

1548 Sans Souci Parkway Sunday, Sept.

16th 11am - 3pm Registrations accepted now.

Call for more information 570-825-8725

HARDING

Hill St

KINGSTON 3 FAMILY

57 Sharpe St, Rear Saturday, Aug. 4 7:00AM - 12:00PM Get Ready for Christmas Gift Giving! Xmas trees, decorations & more.

Shopping for a new apartment?

Classified lets you compare costs without hassle or worry!

Get moving with classified!

83 Dana Street Saturday, August 4th 8:00am - 2:00pm Household items, trains, furniture & much more!

FORTY FORT

Gilbert Lane off Idetown Road Sat., Aug 4th, 8-2 Kid’s toys, clothes, CD’s, toddler bed.

To place your ad call...829-7130

FORTY FORT

SUMMER CLEARANCE $2. SALE

PANDORA’S CLOSET CONSIGNMENT SHOP Fri., Aug 3, 10-5 Sat., Aug. 4th, 9-4 1027 Wyoming Ave 570-718-4727

41 Park Place Saturday 9-1 Household items, baby clothes, tools, and lots more!

210 Willow Road Fri., 8/3 1-6PM; Sat., 8/4 8-2PM Furniture,sports gear, household items, baby items, sports cards, toys NO EARLY BIRDS!!

KINGSTON

ESTATE SALE 219 Lyndwood Ave. Saturday, August 4 8am - 3PM Contents of lovely clean home. Living room, dining room with hutch, kitchen set, many small appliances and cookware. 2 bedroom suites, one twin, one queen, den, computer desk. Linens, holiday, woman’s clothing. Many small items, basement and garage items.

Too much to list, all priced to sell!!!!!

138 N. Dawes Ave. Saturday, 8/4 8am-1pm Huge yard sale Lots of new & used items. The yard will be full.

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LARKSVILLE

BASEMENT& GARAGE & YARD SALE

Clearview Drive across from Wyoming Valley Motors Route 11, Narrows FRIDAY, SATURDAY SUNDAY FURNITURE, TOOLS, BOOKS, CLOTHING, DECORATIONS, HOUSEHOLD ITEMS, BEDDING, LOT’S MORE!!!

BASEMENT IS FULL,

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MOUNTAIN TOP

25 Evergreen Lake Dr., Sat., August 4 8am - ????? sleeping bags, tents, canoe, furniture, household childrens clothing.

Xbox, PSP games

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MOUNTAINTOP

101 North Main St. Saturday, 9-4 Furniture, household, children’s items. Much More!

MOUNTAINTOP

MOUNTAIN TOP

EARLYBIRDS MAY COME ON

THURSDAY.

177 Main Street August 4th, Saturday 9am-4pm Household items. dishes, pictures, tools, etc!

570-283-5233

LUZERNE $2 SALE

586 Warren Ave. Sat. Aug. 4 - 9 to 1 Rain date Aug. 11 Antiques, collectibles, tools, Hayward perslex pool filter, Hayward super pump, household items, toys, linens, stair glide potty chair, foam bed toppers

799 Floralon Dr. August 4, 8am 2pm August 5 9am-12pm Coffee box, first edition books, oak furniture, vintage hats, tools, garden, linens, jewelry, miscellaneous, Railroad Lamp, Mirrors Everything must go!

KINGSTON 93 N. DAWES AVE

KINGSTON

Wilkes-Barre

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285 S. Main Rd. Saturday, August 4 8am - ?????

Weder weight bench Max Advantage, antique dishes, power tools, yard tools, too much to list.

MOUNTAIN TOP

112 Ash Lane Saturday August 4th,8am-1pm Tools, furniture and household items, everyone must go!

Looking for that special place called home?

Classified will address Your needs.

Open the door with classified!

MOUNTAINTOP

KINGSTON

KINGSTON

119 First Avenue Saturday 9-2 No Early Birds.

Household items, Toys, etc.

Corner Of Murray & Slocum St. Across From Fortis Parking Lot SAT., 8/4/2012 8AM-2PM Variety Of Household & Toys

15 Martin Street Well Cared for 2 Story Boasting 3 Bedrooms, Full bath, off street parking and a large side yard. 12-1832 $79,900 Call Pat Guesto 570-793-4055 CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE PROPERTIES 570-675-5100

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Wildflower Village 509 Laurel Ct. HOURS 10-2 ON 8/4/12 Corner Country Hutch, Kitchen butcher block island, corner electric fireplace and mantle, numerous Auth. Dooney & Bourke Purses, baby swing, baby toys, fouton, large corner Computer Desk, H//P 3 in 1 Printer, and more!

Mt. Zion United Methodist Church Mt. Zion Road Saturday, August 4 9am - 1pm Food, bake sale, produce. Something for everyone.

Various vendors

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137 Brown Street Sat., Aug. 4th, 8-2 Camping equipment, snowblower, keyboard & amp, small appliances, men’s, women’s & boy’s clothing, crafts, Christmas items, skis, boy’s bike, Weider 9600 home gym & much more!

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1012 Sively St Fri., Sat. & Sun., 9-3 Antique lawn mower, books, clothing, glassware, telephones, Christmas items & more!

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354 Canter Drive & 116 Saddle Ridge Sat., Aug. 4th, 8-1 Kids’s items, household, bikes, books, Christmas decorations & more

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Wilson Street, off the Back Road.

Sat & Sun. - Aug. 4th & 5th, 9-2.

Most Items New!

255 Country Club Rd. Sat., Aug. 4th, 9-4. Microwave, toaster oven, nearly new purses, some designer. Dorm refrigerator, jewelry, table, lamps, knick-knacks, etc,

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Oakwood Lake Estates Brand new 2011 Redman 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, propane heat, A/C. $42,000 Call (908)227-6707

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229 Boland Ave Saturday & Sunday August 4th and 5th 9am-3pm 118th cars, 124th cars, promos, trucks, 1st gear, some Franklin Mint, Lionel and HO trains.

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Split level, stone exterior, multi-tiered deck, bluestone patio, flood damaged, being sold as is condition. $73,500 CALL DONNA 570-613-9080

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LARKMONT MANOR 60 Cook Street Fri, Aug. 3rd, 8-5 Sat, Aug. 4th, 8-5, Sun., Aug. 5th, 8-1 Antiques, including old Miller beer steins, new, size 12 wedding dress, new apartment refrigerator, lots of history books, desk, bookcase, beautiful household & holiday decorations, housewares, clothes/ coats - women’s plus size, misses’ & men’s, some toys & much, much more.

Rain of Shine!

HANOVER TOWNSHIP

Nice size 4 bedroom home with some hardwood floors, large eat in kitchen with breakfast bar. 2 car garage & partially fenced yard. Close to everything! $83,000 Call Christine Kutz 570-332-8832

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3 year old townhome in gated community of Forest Heights with pool.

Cathedral ceilings & skylights, air, cherry floors & cabinets, granite countertops, fireplace, 3 bedrooms with 1st floor master bedroom & walk in closet. 2.5 tiled baths, waterfall sinks in master bath & powder room. All season sun porch & large private patio.

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38 Huckleberry Ln Blueberry Hills 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, family room with fireplace, 2 car garage, large yard.

Master bath with separate jetted tub, kitchen with stainless steel appliances and island, lighted deck. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com.

MLS 11-3071 $309,860 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

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REDUCED 619 Foote Ave. Fabulous Ranch home with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, ultra modern kitchen with granite counters, heated tile floor and stainless appliances. Dining room has Brazilian cherry floors, huge yard, garage and large yard.

Partially finished lower level. Built for handicap accessibility with exterior ramp, interior hallways and doorways. If you’re looking for a Ranch, don’t miss this one. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com.

MLS 11-4079 $149,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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705 Blueberry Lane Large 4 bedroom Bi-level with large master bedroom with sliding glass doors leading to private deck. Modern kitchen with skylights, skylights also in master bath.

Dining room with sliding glass doors to deck. Large corner lot with attached 2 car garage ready to move right in.For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-2379 $244,900 Call Fred 570-817-5792

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Quiet setting. Year-round or summer-only home with oversized 2car garage on nearly 1/2 acre.

Two bedrooms eat-in kitchen, living room, den/ study, bath & sun porch near Pole 141.570-885-4748. $195,000. No realtors please.

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429 New St. A marriage of old world charm and modern touches blend together in this home. Tasteful, high level renovations throughout.

Central air, finished attic, possible 4th bedroom. New plumbing, electrical, back deck. Lots of storage. Lovely neighborhood.

MLS 12-2087 $158,900 David Krolikowski 570-288-0770 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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86 Main Street August 4th, Saturday 9am-4pm Womens brand name clothes and shoes.

570-287-4333

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August 4th, Saturday 9am-4pm Men’s name brand clothing & shoes.

570-714-1508

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305 Church Rd. Sat., Aug 4th, 9-2 TV, old toys, books, collectibles, movies, G.I. Joe, Star Wars, dolls & more.

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Laurel Lakes Dr. (Laurel Lake Development) Sat., 8/4, 8-1 Desk, rugs, purses, dvd player, coat rack, foyer light, tv stand, books, comics, typewriter, boys clothes size 10-16, and more!

MOUNTAIN TOP

93 Main Street Saturday August 4th 9am-4pm Young womens name brand clothing and shoes 570-718-0280

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95 Main Street Saturday August 4th 9am-4pm Children’s name brand clothing, toys and books.

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3836 Church Rd. Saturday 9-1 (next to Rice elementary school) Table and chairs, lawnmower, clothes, toys, and household items!

MOUNTAINTOP

428 Blackwalnut Dr Sat., Aug. 4th, 8-1 Car top carrier, air hockey table, water cooler, DVDs, & much more!

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46 Wintergreen Court Sat., 8am-1pm Toys, kids DVDs and books, and a bit of everything!

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4044/4055 Blytheburn Road Saturday 9-2 no earlybirds.

Something for everyone!

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423 MATSON AVE.

55 Yeager Rd. Aug. 4th & 5th 8am to 4pm 547 Miller Street Sat., Aug. 4th, 8-2:30. Children’s toys/clothes, household items.

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SAT., 8/4 9AM-2PM 24' above ground pool, ‘84 Jeep, 2 love seats, surround sound, dog crate, lawn mowers, jewelry, clothing, movies, lawn equipment & much more.

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HANOVER TWP. $119,900

FORTY FORT

FORTY FORT 77 Wesley St.

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2 Betsy Ross Drive Warmly inviting 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath Tudor. Striking highlights in this beautiful home include custom blinds, manicured lawn, deck, patio and 3-season porch. Entertain in the finished walkout basement with wet bar or relax by the pool! Outstanding quality!

Call Pat Guesto 570-793-4055 CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE PROPERTIES 570-675-5100

78 Luzerne St. Not a drive-by.

Move right into this sparkling clean, bright and cheery 1/2 double. All new floor coverings and freshly painted interior. 2 zone gas hot water baseboard heat. W/d hookups in basement which has a concrete floor. All measurements are approximate.

MLS 12-1129 $45,000 Call Michelle T. Boice 570-639-5393 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

OPEN HOUSE AUGUST 4TH AND SUNDAY AUGUST 5TH 3PM-5PM

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Went through 4 floors have everything and anything you need. Baby items and clothes NB/2T, coats, clothes, vintage items, household, toys..Just to much to list. EVERYTHING CHEAP!

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SHAVERTOWN

26 Alfred Road Saturday 8am-2pm Sunrise Estates off of Carverton Road Snapper lawnmower, boys and girls bicycles, brand new crib mattress, furniture, Spongebob Tv and Spongebob CD player, toys, household, and so much more!

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1 Wilkern Street Sat. & Sun, Aug. 4th & 5th, 8-4 Toddler’s girl’s toys & clothes. women’s clothes, furnishings. appliances.

30+ Family Sale Saturday, August 4 8 am to 3 pm Trinity Church 220 Montgomery Avenue More Vendors Welcome. $10 Space. Must RSVP 570-654-3261 WEST PITTSTON

SPACE SPACE AVAILABLE INSIDE & OUT Acres of parking

OUTSIDE SPACES - $10 Saturday 10am-2pm Sunday 8am-4pm

WEST WYOMING

71 Lincoln Avenue Friday & Saturday 9-3 Baby and toddler toys, books & clothes. Something for everyone!

474 Horton Street Saturday 8am-3pm All major appliances, 1 year old.

Furniture, household, patio set, hot tub, snowblower, lawnmower, pool pump, A/C’s, gas grill & more.

Everything must go!

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WILKES-BARRE HUGE

WILKES-BARRE 75 Birch Drive LAST HOME ON RIGHT HAND SIDE SATURDAY AUGUST 4TH 8AM-1PM Large selection of Vera Bradley purses, boys clothes, household items.

Something for everyone.

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TRUCKSVILLE

16 South Main St. Saturday 8/4. from 9 to 3 Toys, Books, TONS of misc household, ladies clothes, HIGH END Makeup 1/2 price SALE!!!

623 Fourth St. Sunday, 8/5 7am-3pm Washer, gas dryer, refrigerator, air conditioners, couch, love seat, coffee table, end tables, dressers, recliners, entertainment center, computer desk, 4 drawer filing cabinet, pictures, small kitchen appliances, garden tools, Christmas ornaments, movies, cds, books, kids toys, clothes and much much more!

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TRUCKSVILLE 915 Wyoming Ave Saturday, 8am-2pm Jewelry & household items,reasonable,lots brand new!

218 Terrace Ave. Saturday August 4 8am- 1pm Boys bikes, Eddie Bauer bassinet. boys clothes 3T 4T, girls clothes 18 mos.-2T, toys,

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179 Lawrence St. SATURDAY, AUG. 4 8:00-4:00 DIRECTIONS: Carey Ave. to Dagobert to Gordon To Lawrence.

Entire Contents Of Home Including furniture, Lazyboy sleeper sofa, nice wood bench, cedar chest, oak dresser with mirror, high boy & night stand, white wicker desk & chair, and white wicker cabinet. Nice computer desk. Modern dry sink, Wardrobe, 20” flat screen Sylvania TV; 42” Panasonic flat screen TV; 32” Hitachi flat screen TV. Nordic Rider, Nordic Track walk fit, Precor treadmill, chest freezer, Maytag top load washer, kitchen ware, lots of smalls appliances & home decor, vintage glassware, lots of hand & power tools, Wagner paint crew paint sprayer new in box, Hamilton Beach quick dry new in box, Craftsman shop vacuum, electronics, golf clubs, small Eden Pure heater, small Heatforce heater Toro 6.5 recycler lawnmower, patio furniture & much more.

SALE BY COOK & COOK ESTATE LIQUIDATORS WWW.COOKANDCOOKESTATELIQUIDATORS.COM

Barney Farms 3 Mercedes Drive Saturday 8/4 8-3 Sunday 8/5 9-1 Household, Lionel train cars, wrought iron bar stools, carpets, Shirley Temple collectibles, womens clothes, Craftsman saw/drill set and other amazing items.

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143 West Division Street August 2nd, 3rd and 4th 6pm to 10pm (Church Bazaar) Info: 823-3791

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WILKES-BARRE SUMMER FESTIVAL!

GIANT INDOOR FLEA MARKET

St. Mary Byzantine Catholic Church 695 N. Main St. (entrance on 522 Madison St.) Fri., Sat., Sun. August 3, 4, & 5 Fri & Sat. 5PM - 10PM Sun. 12 - 10 PM Games of chance, great prizes, homemade ethnic foods and baked goods, refreshments, country store, giant cash raffle. Silent Auction, free blood pressure screening. 2 floors of air conditioned fun!

Giant indoor Flea Market & Rummage Sale Early Bird Hours SAT. 9AM -11PM Live Entertainment Indoor & Outdoor FUN!

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WILKES-BARRE TWP. BOOK SALE Georgetown

St. John’s Hall 756 E. Northampton St. 1,000s of collectible books, magazines, paper & advertising items.

Friday, 5-9 Sat., 9-4, Sun.,10-3 Sunday, half price on most items.

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36 Breese Street Saturday, August 4th, 9am-3pm & Sunday August 5th, 10am-3pm 2003 Buick Century, 10,287 miles.

Barrister Bookcases, chests of drawers, beds, butterprint dresser, cottage cabinet, blanket chests, mission oak, Eastlake and other chairs, desks, parlor tables, and other occasional tables, 50’s chrome kitchen set, clock bookshelf, telephone tables, sewing stand, woodframe sofa and chairs. Bark cloth drapes, and other vintage drapes and textiles.

Birdbath, Maytag Wringer washer, Rythm dinnerware and other, Magnalite cookware, old prints & mirrors, and other wall decor, Green bubble and other glassware, some pottery, model #5 typewriter, drafting set and other small items, few old fishing rods, lamps, Victorian and Mid-Century ceiling fixtures, books, puzzles, records, videos, shelving units, refrigerator, HDTV, tools, linens and general household items, clothes, and a whole lot more!!!!!!!

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BUYING/ SELLING ALL US & FOREIGN COINS CURRENCY POSTCARDS STAMPS GOLD & SILVER

-TOP DOLLARS for Silver Dollars -TOP DOLLAR for all United States, Canadian, & Foreign Coins & Paper Money -Gold Coins greatly needed -Proof & Mint Sets -Wheat backs & Indian Heads -All Types of Old Coins -Gold & Silver Jewelry & Bullion -Sterling Silver & Local Postcards.

NO ONE WILL MATCH OUR PRICE$ WE GIVE FREE APPRAISALS (No obligations, No pressure) Over 35 years as a respected local coin dealer.

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454 Twin Rocks Rd (Rt. 191), Sterling, PA 18463 Friday & Saturday August 3rd & 4th 9am-4pm DIRECTIONS: Follow I-81 North to I-380 North to I-84, Follow I-84 to Newfoundland (Exit 17). Turn right off exit onto Twin Rocks Road (Rt.191) towards Sterling.

Follow Twin Rocks Rd for about 2 Miles. Homes on Right.

CONTENTS OF EXQUISITE LARGE Home & Office: Antique Furniture, Tools, Florist Supplies, Gardening,Chairs, Outdoor Furniture, Sofas, Victorian Wrought Iron, Antique Player Piano, Stainless Steel Countertops, Coke Machine, Dollhouse Bar, China Cabinets, Bunk Bed, Bed Sets, Wood Cash Register, Sewing Machines, Dining Table w/8 Chairs, Painted Corner Cabinet, Table & 4 Chairs, Tables, Lighting, Sofas, Mirrors, Antiques, Copper, Silver, Wood Desk Chair, Metal Desk, Regency Mirror, Pinball, John Deere Lawn Tractor with Trailer, Refrigerator, Cookware, Generator, Dressers, Desks, Heaters,Records, Christmas, Mens & Womens Clothing, Baby Clothes & Shoes, Linens, Art, Housewares, Gardening, China, Glass,Toys, Books,& More!!

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Rain or Shine 633 Suscon Rd Thurs., Fri, Sat & Sun, 8am-8pm Darto dart board, large old milk container, old Atari games, 100’s of CDs, records & 45s, Tom Tom GPS & Echo leaf blower.

Sports cards & collectibles. 1/24 NASCAR cars, household items, & many new items.

328 Howell Road Saturday and Sunday 8am-?

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663 Bennett St. Great 2 bedroom on a nice street.

Lovely yard with alley access in rear, driveway in front.

MLS 12-2701 $60,000 Shelby Watchilla 570-782-6969 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-287-0770

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Immaculate 3 bedroom ranch on beautiful 1.3 acre lot. Modern kitchen & baths, hardwood floors, private patio.

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MLS# 12-2033 $154,300 Call Jill Hiscox at 570-696-0875

21 Spring Street Lovely Home in a quiet area. Newly painted, new roof and windows.

2 large bedrooms 1 full bath, 1 half bath.

MLS 12-2625 $89,900 Call Pat Guesto 570-793-4055 CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE PROPERTIES 570-675-5100

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OPEN HOUSE Sunday, August 5th, 12-2 New Construction.

Lot #2, Fairway Estates. 2,700 square feet, tile & hardwood on 1st floor. Cherry cabinets with center island. $399,500.

For more details: patrickdeats.com 570-696-1041

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40 Downing St. Great 3 bedroom family home on a beautifully landscaped lot, close to parks and schools.

2 car attached garage, pool, fenced in yard with lots of room to run!

MLS 12-2567 $129,900 John Shelley 570-702-4162 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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10 Birch Avenue Sunday 9-3 *Birchwood Hills* Coats, adult/children’s clothes, jewelry, collectibles, small/large appliances.

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Fully rented 5 unit apt building, new siding, new roof and nice updates inside, off street parking & near the college.

Call or text Donna 570-947-3824 or Tony 570-855-2424 for more information or to schedule your showing. $117,000

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All items are new in original packaging, quantities limited!

Find us at Merchants Village 1201 Oak Street Pittston or call 570-592-3426

10 Rowe Street 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, finished basement, screened patio, new paint & carpet.

Move in condition. $132,500. Call 570-301-9590

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Spacious 4 bedroom, 1 3/4 bath home. Gas Heat.

Deck. Fenced yard.

One car garage.

MLS 12-832 $62,900 Ann Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

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LIQUIDATIONS

22 Allenberry Drive Move right in! Central air, hardwood floors, central stereo system. Gas heat under $700 yearly expenses. 2 bedrooms, 1 car garage. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com.

MLS 12-2739 Call Tom 570-262-7716

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St. Michael’s the Archangel Byzantine Catholic Church 205 N. Main St. Pittston, Church Hall Saturday, August 4, 9am to 4pm Sunday, August 5 9am to 3pm.

16th Annual Flea Market & Ziti Dinner.

Ziti Dinner both days Sat 12-4, Sun 10-3 Take-out available anytime.

We live up to our reputation from the past “The Biggest Indoor & Cleanest Flea Market in the Area” All flea market items donated by parishioners & friends of St. Michael’s Saturday, August 4 BAKE SALE. Food bar will be open both days with home made Pirohi, Haluski, Piggies, Whimpies & the All American Hot Dog. Take outs available The public is invited.

Ample parking in Church parking lot.

St. Michael’s is served by Father Joseph Bertha, PHD.

$84,900 Classic 4 square home in desirable neighborhood. Four bedrooms, nice old woodwork, stained glass and built ins plus 3 car garage on extra deep lot.

MLS #12-2612. For more information and photos, visit atlasrealtyinc.com.

Call Charlie 829-6200 VM 101

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PITTSTON

Grand Victorian Over 2800 square feet in this one of a kind property on a corner lot. Property featuring 4 bedrooms, formal dining room, large living room with gas fireplace, family room with pellet stove, modern baths, front and side porches. A Must see property!

MLS# 12-1559 NEW PRICE $199,900.

Call Florence 570-715-7737

Smith Hourigan Group 570-474-6307

696-2600

To place your ad Call Toll Free 1-800-427-8649

1908 Wyoming Avenue Plenty of TLC is reflected in this attractive 3 bedroom, 1 bath home in a convenient location. Offers formal living room/dining room & family room with sliding doors to large rear deck & a great level lot. MLS# 11-2083 Only $99,000 Call Barbara Metcalf 570-696-0883

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5 Homes left. 3 in Nanticoke, 2 in Edwardsville. Price ranging from $20,000 to $37,000 Call 516-216-3539 Leave Message

311 Lockville Road Stately brick 2 story, with in ground pool, covered patio, finished basement, fireplace and wood stove, 3 car attached garage 5 car detached garage with apartment above.

MLS# 11-1242 $659,000 Please call Donna 570-613-9080

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362 Susquehanna Ave Completely remodeled, spectacular, 2 story Victorian home, with 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, new rear deck, full front porch, tiled baths and kitchen, granite countertops, all Cherry hardwood floors throughout, all new stainless steel appliances and lighting, new oil furnace, washer dryer in first floor bath.

Great neighborhood, nice yard. $174,900 (30 year loan, $8,750 down, $887/month, 30 years @ 4.5%) 100% OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE Call Bob at 570-899-8877 570-654-1490

Modern, clean, neat as a pin! Bi-level with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. Quality construction in every room. Poplar hardwood floor in the dining room. Tile in kitchen, both bathrooms and laundry/storage area. Family room with natural gas fireplace. Lots of summer remains to enjoy lounging on the 26x12 cedar deck and swimming in the pool. A great neighborhood, low traffic area, located on a dead-end street. Nothing to do but move in and enjoy.

For more information and to view the photos go to: www.prudentialrealestate.com and enter PRU2A8T2 in the Home Search.

Listed at $167,900.

MLS #12-2654. Call today for your appointment.

Mary Ellen Belchick 696-6566 Walter Belchick 696-2600 ext. 301

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HANOVER TWP. LIBERTY HILLS

HARDING PRICE REDUCED

2032 ROUTE 92 Great Ranch home surrounded by nature with view of the river and extra lot on the river.

Large living room and kitchen remodeled and ready to move in. Full unfinished basement, off street parking.

For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-79 $69,900 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

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JENKINS TWP.

139 S. Laurel St Spacious Brick Ranch waiting for your personal touch.

Hardwood floors, well-thought out storage in every room. Quality workmanship, well maintained. It's time to enjoy this home with it's large rooms, greenhouse & nice yard!

Convenient location. 12-2352 $124,900 Darcy J. Gollhardt Realtor 570-262-0226 CLASSIC PROPERTIES 570-718-4959 Ext. 1352 HUNLOCK CREEK

1252 Main St. 3 Bedrooms 1 Bath.

Finished Walk-Out Basement.

Single Car Garage.

Call Vince 570-332-8792

JENKINS TWP. $69,000

HARVEYS LAKE

323 State Route 2 Surrounded by mature woodland and pasture... Bordered by Sorber Mountain Creeks, this 3 Bedroom 2 bath Country Ranch offers a great retreat and tranquil lifestyle. Only minutes to Game Lands and Pennsylvania's Largest Natural Lake. 12-1729 $136,000 Mark T. Bond CENTURY 21 SELECT GROUP 570-352-8874 HARVEYS LAKE

696-2600

HANOVER TWP

Very well maintained 2-story home with 6 rooms, 3 bedrooms, large eat-in kitchen and 1.5 baths. This home also has a first floor laundry room, ductless air conditioner, gas steam heat and a fenced in yard with a shed. This home is in move-in condition just waiting for you to move into.

Make an appointment today! #11-4433 PRICE REDUCED! $77,900 Karen Altavilla 283-9100 x26

696-2600

HARDING $249,900

1385 Mt. Zion Rd. Great country setting on 3.05 acres.

Move in condition Ranch with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, inground swimming pool, hardwood floors. Finished basement with wet bar. 2 car garage, wrap around driveway. For more info and photos visit: www.atlasrealtyinc.com MLS 12-2270 Call Tom 570-262-7716

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Richard Lane 2 story, 3 bedroom, 1 bath home at rear of Lake Side Drive between Pole #’s 125 and 126 on Richard Lane. Lake view, including front wrap around porch and 2 of the 3 upstairs bedrooms. and rear yard.

Home in need of updating and repairs and is being sold as is.

MLS 12-1607 $59,900 Michelle T. Boice 570-639-5393 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

HARVEYS LAKE

HARDING

You’ll Experience Country Living in this move in ready ranch situated on almost an acre of lush landscaping just minutes away from every thing…there is new carpet in living & dining rooms, 3 bedroom’s with double closets, large fully applianced eat in kitchen, first floor laundry, 1.5 baths, central air, lower level recreation room, large workshop for do it yourselfers or contractors, and an oversized 2.5 car garage with wraparound driveway which provides plenty of parking for guests…....$175,000 MLS #12-2773 Call Pat today @

Smith Hourigan Group 570-287-1196

Beautifully maintained Cape Cod features 3 bedrooms & one and a half baths. Hardwood floors in living & dining rooms, foyer and first floor bedroom.

Newly remodeled kitchen & bathroom. Lots of storage. New roof installed in 2010.

Breakfast nook with built-in table and benches. Enclosed porch, above ground pool and deck.

MLS #11-2706 $144,900 Call Tracy McDermott Realty 570-696-2468

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Nice country home with almost a full acre of land. 1 mile from Harveys Lake.

Home offers some new windows, new copper piping and updated electric circuits. Come relax in the nice screen porch. MLS 12-476 $148,000 Call Tony 570-855-2424

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3 bedroom, 2.5 bath log sided Ranch on almost 2 acres. Lower level is 3/4 finished.

Reduced! $195,000 MLS-11-4038 Five Mountains Realty 570-542-2141

1717 River Road Completely remodeled home with new siding, windows and modern kitchen & bath. New flooring, walls, heat and electric. Move right in. Off street parking in rear. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-2232 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

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KINGSTON

157 Division St. OWNER SAYS SELL! This property has great positive cash flow. 1st floor 2 bedroom and upstairs is 2 floors with 3 bedrooms total. 1st floor has new drywall & insulation, gas heat, new tile tub surround, kitchen counters and carpet. 2nd apt. has newer kitchen & is all electric. Separate utilities and off street parking in rear. Taxes are currently being appealed.

MLS 12-1771 $89,900 Mark R. Mason 570-331-0982 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

Located within 1 block of elementary school & neighborhood park this spacious 4 bedrooms offers 1450 sq. ft of living space with 1.75 baths, walk up attic, and partially finished basement.

Extras include gas fireplace, an inground pool with fenced yard, new gas furnace & more.

11-823

HUNTING/FISHING RETREAT

Spectacular, remodeled, two story house situated on 110 wooded acres. It’s an outdoor’s persons dream come true.

Featuring a 20+ acre fishing lake & four small ponds, woods & fields with deer, turkey, bear & grouse. Home boasts breathtaking views of the lake & woods. Perfect for Hunt Club or very special home.

Serious, pre-qualified inquiries only.

Asking $575,000.

Call Jim Stachelek Prudential Keystone Properties 215-896-8860

HUNLOCK CREEK

Lovely Ranch home on 1.42 acres.

Features 3 bedrooms, full bath, 1/2 bath, kitchen, living room with fireplace, dining room, den & laundry room on Main floor. Kitchen, family room with fireplace, 3/4 bath & storage room on Lower Level. Newer roof, siding, sofit & gutters plus some newer carpeting, pergo flooring, central air & whole house fan, 2 car garage & paved driveway. 12-1010 $176,900 Ken Williams 570-542-8800 Five Mountains Realty WILKES-BARRE

Convenient city living on almost one acre corner lot.

Beautiful views, quiet street. Home has large room sizes & wrap around porch.

Additional enclosed porch in back, finished basement with kitchen, bath & bar which could be used as separate apartment. Two car detached garage.

Private property.

Must see to appreciate!

MLS # 12-1651 $107,000 Call Jill Hiscox

570-696-0875

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570-829-7130 KINGSTON 171 Third Ave

Reduced $99,900

Ann Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

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111 Laflin Road Nice 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath Split Level home with hardwood floors, 1 car garage, large yard and covered patio in very convenient location. Great curb appeal and plenty of off street parking. Rt. 315 to light @ Laflin Rd. Turn west onto Laflin Rd. Home is on left.

For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-2852 Keri Best 570-885-5082

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KINGSTON

So close to so much, traditionally appointed 3 bedroom, 3 bath townhome with warm tones & wall to wall cleanliness. Modern kitchen with lots of cabinets & plenty of closet space thruout, enjoy the privacy of deck & patio with fenced yard.

MLS 11-2841 $123,000 Call Arlene Warunek 570-650-4169

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Smith Hourigan Group (570) 696-1195

A must see. Steel & concrete construction put together this exceptional 4 bedroom 5 bath home. Great location & fenced yard, property features maple hardwood floors, tile baths, cherry kitchen cabinets, unique bronze staircase, & much more. MLS#12-531 $299,500 Call Julio 570-239-6408 or Rhea 570-696-6677

Beautiful well maintained 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath split level in desirable Oakwood Park development.

Large marble entry foyer, large living room with stone fireplace, dining room that opens to deck. Eat in kitchen with all appliances overlooking family room / office area.

First floor laundry room and powder room, master bedroom with master bath and jet tub.

Hardwood floors.

Finished lower level.

2 car attached garage.

Security system & intercom.

Large corner lot.

MLS 12-2705 $275,000 Call Monica 570-714-6113

KINGSTON

HUNLOCK CREEK

HARVEYS LAKE

View this beauty…cedar and stone sided contemporary home on partially wooded lot. Great Room with floor to ceiling fireplace, built-in bookcases adjoining the dining room and entry to the four season porch. 2 year new stainless steel appliances and a breakfast area with beamed ceiling and a wall of glass. First floor den or bedroom, tile and marble bath with walkin master bath with lounge area and a massive closet.

Pool surrounded by decking warrants great entertaining…cabana with bath. Separate building to pot your plants. Walk to the marina and slip into your boat.

MLS# 12-2542 Call Maribeth Jones directly at 696-6565, office 696-2600 ext. 210 $379,000

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$54,000

HANOVER TWP.

A real beauty….with a beautiful price!

Spacious with great quality…hardwood flooring, cherry woodwork, stained and leaded glass windows, kitchen with pantry, formal fining room, living room adjoining a sun parlor.

Three bedrooms with possible fourth on third floor, tile bath, gas heat, fenced yard, four car garage. MLS# 11-4133 How much? $69,900!

Call Maribeth Jones directly at 696-6565

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63 Betsy Ross Dr. Great home in a great neighborhood. Very well cared for 2 story with 3 bedrooms, family room and 2.5 baths. Nice yard with landscape lighting, 2 car garage. Central air, central vac, patio awning, 1st floor laundry.

Everything you will need here MLS 12-2192 $205,000 Call Connie 570-821-7022 EILEEN R. MELONE REAL ESTATE 570-821-7022

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297 Susquehannock Drive Traditional 4 bedroom home with 2.5 baths, 2 car garage. Large ard with deck and retractable awning.

Above ground pool, 1st floor laundry. .

For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com.

MLS 12-945 $254,900 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

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299 Rutter Ave. Large and well maintained duplex on corner lot in Kingston. 2 bedrooms each unit, separate gas heat and off street parking for multiple cars. New roof, water heater and freshly painted exterior. A really nice property.

MLS 12-2447 $139,900 Mark R. Mason 570-331-0982 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-287-0770

38 W. Walnut St. Charming 4/5 bedroom with 1.5 baths. Beautifully appointed kitchen w/granite counter tops, cherry cabinets and hardwood floors. Gas fireplace in living room, leaded glass windows in living room and dining room. Nice back deck, 2 car garage and 4 season front porch.

MLS 11-4103 $179,900 Jay A. Crossin EXT. 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

281 Reynolds St. 3 story single family with 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and lots of space! Lovely entrance foyer, 3rd floor with large room, could be 5th bedroom plus a full tile bath. Fenced in back yard and much more.

MLS 12-1863 $119,900 Jay A. Crossin Ext. 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0776 KINGSTON

Spacious 4 Bedroom single in good location. 2 fireplace, part finished basement, nice yard with One car garage.

Needs TLC. Priced to sell at $82,000.

Call Kathie

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NANTICOKE

109 Carpenter St. Completely renovated. New roof, windows, kitchen and bathroom.

Freshly painted interior and exterior with fabulous modern colors. Great area and low, low taxes!

MLS 12-2055 $99,500 Kelly ConnollyCuba EXT. 37 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

80 Bennett St. Great Kingston location on a double lot. Close to schools, shopping, restaurants and public transportation. Potential of 2 additional bedrooms on 3rd floor.

Partially finished basement.

MLS 12-2346 $114,900 John Shelley 570-702-4162 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-287-0770

570-288-6654 KINGSTON

Great Location, Huge rooms, Amazing kitchen with granite countertops, relax in the sunroom or the partial finished lower level, Hardwood under carpets, off street parking, plus a 1 year home warranty.

Call or text Donna 570-947-3824 or Tony 570-855-2424 for more information or to schedule your showing. $159,000.

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KINGSTON

Beautiful well-maintained 3 level, 2.5 bath townhome in very desirable location. Many upgrades include a spacious, custom bathroom with large closets, custom window treatments, built-in wall microwave in kitchen, new roof, and new garage door. Plenty of storage, and a possible 3rd bedroom on 1st level. MLS 12-175 $132,900 Call Mary Danelo 570-704-8000 Coldwell Banker Rundle Real Estate 570-474-2340

ONE OF A KIND Completely & tastefully updated & remodeled Townhouse with unique kitchen with snack bar & dining area, den, concrete patio overlooking treed/landscaped planters. Excellent condition! A must see! Near Casino and Interstate. $125,000 MLS# 122792 Call Marie Montante, (570) 881-0103

LARKSVILLE

This 3 bedroom home offers modern kitchen, with Corian counters accented by marble backsplash, central air, fenced rear yard with deck and patio.

Off street parking for 2 to 4 cars. Custom shutters on the first floor windows along with natural woodwork and hardwood floors give this home a charm you are sure to love! #12-1997 $134,900 Jill Jones 696-6550

Spacious 3 bedroom, 1 3/4 bath split level on a beautifully landscaped 1 acre lot.

Large sunroom & recreation room with fireplace and wet bar. $205,000 Call Christine Kutz 570-332-8832

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LUZERNE

25 W. Washington Move right into this very nice 3 bedroom, 1 bath home.

Lots of natural woodwork and a beautiful stained glass window.

Newer kitchen appliances and w/w carpeting. Supplement your heating with a recently installed wood pellet stove. This home also has a one car detached garage.

MLS 12-2171 $76,000 John Polifka 570-704-6846 FIVE MOUNTAINS REALTY 570-542-2141 NANTICOKE

146 Kelly St. Well kept home with garage in rear.

Move in condition.

New roof and hot water heater. Easy access to Cross Valley and shopping. Out of flood zone. 200 amp service.

MLS 12-1801 $119,900 Donald Crossin 570-288-0770 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 LUZERNE

523 Bennett St. Older well kept home with off street parking. Roof 5 years old. New windows on 2nd floor and walk up attic for lots of storage or added bedrooms.

MLS 12-2699 $79,000 Donald Crossin 570-288-0770 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 MOUNTAIN TOP

46 Farmhouse Rd. OPEN HOUSE SUN., AUG. 5TH 1 TO 3 REDUCED! MOTIVATED SELLER Lovely 10 room vinyl sided ranch home, with 2.5 modern baths, formal dining room, gas heat, central air, 2 car garage & large deck. Lower level consists of 2 large recreation rooms.

Office, half bath and workshop. Lower level all ceramic tiled floors. MLS# 12-1359 $282,900 Call Florence 570-715-7737

Smith Hourigan Group 570-474-6307

130 CHURCH ROAD The feel of a true colonial home with double entry doors off the foyer into the living room and dining room. Spacious kitchen breakfast area, family room leading to a fenced rear yard. 3-season room with cathedral ceiling. Hardwood floors, fireplace, recently remodeled 2.5 bath and 2-car garage. Located on 3.77 acres, all the privacy of country living yet conveniently located.

MLS#12-165 $183,900 Jill Jones 696-6550 Prudential:

3 bedroom, 1 bath.

Nice opportunity for a starter home or investment property. Original columns, moldings, and leaded glass windows are intact.

Reduced $30,000 CALL CHRISTINE KUTZ 570-332-8832

NANTICOKE

696-2600

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NANTICOKE $34,900

715 Maple St. Handyman’s dream.

NOT a nightmare. A little paint, carpeting and water lines and this house is good to go. Large yard. 2 bedrooms.

For mor info and photos visit: www. atlasrealtyinc.com.

MLS 12-2332 Call Colleen 570-237-0415 ATLAS REALTY, INC. 570-829-6200 NANTICOKE

1/2 DOUBLE Great starter home in nice area. Close to schools and recreation. Large 3 season porch with cabinetry, great for entertaining. New plumbing, lots of light & huge walk up attic for storage or rec room. $35,000 Call CHRISTINE KUTZ 570-332-8832

409 Union St. This home has good bones. New windows, furnace, newer addition, tons of renovations.

Needs to be cleaned out.

Bring it back!

MLS 12-2216 $92,500 David Krolikowski 570-287-0770 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-287-0770 NANTICOKE

Large three bedroom brick ranch located on the out skirts of Nanticoke.

You'll fall in love with the spacious open floor plan! Large sunken Living room, tiled kitchen with black appliances included, formal Dining room, bath with tiled garden tub & shower, lots of closet space, finished basement with fireplace, three quarter bath / laundry room. On a quiet dead end street.

Back yard is currently under going beautiful landscape redesign. $139,000 12-2629 Please call Michele Hopkins 570-540-6046

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KINGSTON

JENKINS TWP.

Highland Hills 8 Patrick Road Magnificent custom built tudor home with quality throughout. Spacious 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 2 story living room with fireplace and library loft. Dining room, family room and 3 season sunroom which overlooks professionally landscaped grounds with gazebo and tennis/basketball court. Lower level includes recreation room, exercise room and 3/4 bath.

Enjoy this serene acre in a beautiful setting in Highland Hills Development.

Too many amenities to mention.

Taxes appealed and lowered considerably for year 2013. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-723 $399,900 Call Terry 570-885-3041 Angie 570-885-4896

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LUZERNE

LAFLIN

KINGSTON

4 Widener Drive A must see home!

You absolutely must see the interior of this home. Start by looking at the photos on line. Fantastic kitchen with hickory cabinets, granite counters, stainless steel appliances and tile floor. Fabulous master bathroom with champagne tub and glass shower, walk in closet. 4 car garage, upper garage is partially finished. The list goes on and on. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com.

MLS 12-210 Price Reduced $375,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

Smith Hourigan Group 570-287-1196

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467 E. State St. Well kept home in a nice neighborhood.

Close to new Elementary School and bus stop. New roof and off street parking.

MLS 12-2342 $71,000 Charles J. Prohaska EXT. 35 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-287-0770

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Beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 3/4 bath, with hardwood floors under carpet & 2nd kitchen in lower level for entertaining. screened porch, landscaped yard, heated workshop & much more! $179,900 Call Christine Kutz 570-332-8832

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1341 Mountain View Drive 360 degree viewEnjoy panoramic views from this stunning, 3 bedroom, 2 bath hideaway cradled on 9 acres only 20 minutes from town. In unique natural setting high on a hill, it offers vistas worthy of professional photographers. Offering formal living room/dining room, with lovely modern kitchen/baths and 2 family rooms. Oversized 3 car detached garage + 3 car attached.

Inground heated pool with cabana sure to please all family members.

Zoned agriculturalhorses welcomed, take a look today.

MLS# 12-1800 $289,900 Call Barbara Metcalf 570-696-0883

Nestled on just under an acre just minutes from 81S this colonial offers 2194 sq. ft. of living area plus a finished basement.

Enjoy your summer evenings on the wrap around porch or take a quick dip in the above ground pool with tier deck.

The covered pavilion is ideal for picnics or gatherings And when the winter winds blow cuddle in front of the gas fireplace and enjoy a quiet night.

MLS 11-2260 Priced to Sell, $179,900 Ann Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

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NANTICOKE

136 East Ridge St. A great home features 3 bedrooms, plenty of closet space, modern eat in kitchen with great appliances, living room with wood pellet stove, large family room, 1 1/2 modern bathrooms, washer/ dryer hook-up, second floor has all new replacement windows, exterior has aluminum siding, stain glass window on new front porch, new above ground pool, fenced in level yard, Plenty of off street parking, A+ today. Never worry about parking, its always there.

Great location, best price home in today's market, Shown by appointment only, to qualified buyers.

REDUCED $47,500 Call John Vacendak 570-735-1810 www.capitolrealestate.com for additional photos

WILKES-BARRE

ROLLING MILL HILL

Well cared for 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath single home. Eat in kitchen, off street parking, garage.

Newer roof, windows, gas heat, 3 season porch. Spacious attic, private fenced in yard.

Move in condition. $85,000.

Call 570-823-8418

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114 W. Union St. Large home with 3 bedrooms, 8 rooms, yard with garage and off street parking. 2 bathrooms. Nice condition. Loads of potential. For more into and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com.

MLS 12-2096 $55,000 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

NANTICOKE REDUCED!

143 W. Broad St. Nice 2 story home with 3 bedrooms 1.5 baths, fenced yard, newer furnace with 3 zones and newer 200 amp electrical service, whole house water filter and beautiful hard wood floors.

This home has an attached Mother in Law suite with a separate entrance.

This can easily be converted to a 1st floor master bedroom with a master bath.

MLS 12-1401 $64,900 John W. Polifka Five Mountains Realty 570-542-2141 570-704-6846

TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com NANTICOKE

Very nice 2 story with many updates is in ''move-in'' condition with new heating system, central air, newer roof, yard & 1 car detached garage.

Directions: Main St., Nanticoke to Market, 3 stop signs to left on E. Union, home on left MLS# 12-2048 PRICE REDUCED! $65,000 Call Lynda (570) 696-5418

Smith Hourigan Group 570-696-1195

NEWPORT TWP.

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PITTSTON $109,000

PITTSTON

Own a Historical Gem!!! This home was built in 1907 and is “STILL” in near original condition. All the woodwork, glass and light fixtures are there, all you have to do is modernize the mechanical systems. Never ruined by a cheap remodel and the woodwork was never painted over. Don’t take my word for it, go on line and check out the photos at www.atlasrealtyinc.com. If you like classic features you’ll love this home!

MLS 12-2781 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

PITTSTON 4 Overlook Drive Great split level home in Whitney Point development, formerly Ridgeview.

This home has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, 2 car garage, large deck, and lower level family room with a bar and coal stove.

Heat your house all winter long with about $150 worth of coal!

MLS# 12-2548 $175,000 Call John Polifka 570-704-6846 Five Mountains Realty 570-542-2141 NUANGOLA LAKE 28 Lance Street

Very comfortable 2 bedroom home in move in condition.

Great sun room, large yard, 1 car garage.

Deeded lake access.

Reduced $107,000 MLS # 11-2899 CALL KATHIE

12 Laflin Road Like new spacious 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath end unit townhouse, Sliding doors to deck off of living room/dining room.

Master suite with vaulted ceiling, modern kitchen, laundry on 2nd floor. Roof and water heater are new. Convenient location and out of flood zone MLS 12-938 $169,900 Donald Crossin 570-288-0770 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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81 Cliff St. Move in ready, freshly painted, 2 story home. Private driveway, screened in back porch. Nicely landscaped. 4 bedrooms.

Must see!

MLS 12-2124 $85,000 Call Melissa 570-237-6384

PITTSTON REDUCED $39,900

110 Union St. Fixer upper with 3 bedrooms, new roof, gas heat.

Great lot 50 x 173.

For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-1513 Call Tom 570-262-7716

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175 Oak Street New furnace, 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, 1st floor laundry room, 3 season porch, fenced yard and off street parking.

MLS#12-721 $84,900 Call Patti 570-328-1752 Liberty Realty & Appraisal Services LLC

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45-47 Swallow St. 3 units include double block home with additional single family home in rear. Double block has 3 bedrooms and 1 bath on each side. Single home has 1 bedroom and 1 bath. Vinyl siding and off street parking. All utilities paid by tenants except sewer. Great income.

MLS 12-1989 $119,000 Call Terry 570-885-3041 Angie 570-885-4896

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95 William St. 1/2 double home with more square footage than most single family homes. 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, ultra modern kitchen and remodeled baths. Super clean. For more information and photos visit www.atlas realtyinc. com MLS 11-2120 $54,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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KINGSTON OFFICENTERS Park Office Building 400 Third Ave.

Officenter–250 250 Pierce Street

Officenter–270 270 Pierce Street

New Bridge Center 480 Pierce Street

PITTSTON TWP. 4 Bedroom

Colonial Home in Pocono Ridge Estates. Large 2 Car Garage, Paved Driveway, Electric Heat & Central Air, 1.5 Baths, Large Eat in Kitchen & Dining Room. Double Deck with Hot Tub. Low Taxes. $219,000 Call 570-212-1404 PITTSTON

Great Investment just waiting for a new owner. Many updates In both units. Building has extra unused space in attic and basement that be be finished with many options. Out of flood zone, huge lot and off street parking.

MLS 12-1586 $124,900 Call/text Donna 570-947-3824 or Tony 570-855-2424

PITTSTON REDUCED $39,900

110 Union St. Fixer upper with 3 bedrooms, new roof, gas heat.

Great lot 50 x 173.

For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-1513 Call Tom 570-262-7716 ATLAS REALTY, INC. 570-829-6200

110 Front St. This well-maintained 3 bedroom, 1.5 baths bilevel home is in move in condition. Spacious eat-in kitchen with custom cabinets, tile floor and counters.

Unique lower level family room with wood burning fireplace, office space. laundry/bath combo.

Plenty of storage including an 8X6 cedar closet. Outdoor space has covered patio, columned carport and well manicured partially fenced yard.

Detached large garage.

For more info & photos, go to www.atlasrealtyinc.com NEW PRICE $189,900 MLS# 12-2053 Call Angie at 570-885-4896 Terry at 570-885-3041

Nice 3 bedroom unit in back and a nice studio apt up front.

Great investment opportunity. Large yard and off street parking plus out of the flood zone.

MLS 12-1587 $89,900 Call/text Donna 570-947-3824 or Tony 570-855-2424

Officenter–220 220 Pierce Street

Professional Office Rentals Full Service Leases • Custom Design • Renovations • Various Size Suites Available Medical, Legal, Commercial • Utilities • Parking • Janitorial Full Time Maintenance Staff Available

For Rental Information Call:

1-570-287-1161 www.lippiproperties.com

Completely renovated in 2008, This two-story sits on a private alley lot. Central air and maple hardwood floors throughout. $98,000 Call Ed Appnel 570-817-2500 570-654-1490

Great starter home in convenient location.

Bi-Level.

3 bedrooms with hardwood floors, 1 and 3/4 bathrooms and 1-car heated garage. Near VA Hospital, casino, highways, etc. atlasrealtyinc.com MLS # 12-2622 Directions: Traveling South on RT 315; Left on Mundy St; Left on Bear Creek Blvd; Left on ODonnell St. Home is on the right.

Call Keri Best 570-885-5082

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63 Clarks Lane 3 story Townhome with 2 bedrooms, 3 baths, plenty of storage with 2 car built in garage.

Modern kitchen and baths, large room sizes and deck.

For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com.

MLS 11-4567 $139,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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14 Pine Road Lovely brick home in great development.

Hardwood floors, 2 car garage, newer roof, large laundry room with office space, covered back porch, large Family room on first floor with fireplace, possible 3rd Bedroom over garage.

12-2688. $198,000 Call Nancy Answini Gilroy Real Estate 570-288-1444

Roomy 2 bedroom single with eat-in kitchen, tile bath, gas heat & 2 car detached garage.

Priced to sell at $33,000 MLS 11-2653 Ann Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

16 Birch Street Great home in Hudson Gardens.

4 Bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, central a/c, new roof & windows, newly painted, screened porch, family room with fireplace and bar.

12-2688 $172,000 Call Nancy Answini Gilroy Real Estate 570-288-1444

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1610 Westminster Road.

DRASTIC PRICE REDCTION Paradise found!

Your own personal retreat, small pond in front of yard, private setting only minutes from everything.

Log cabin chalet with 3 bedrooms, loft, stone fireplace, hardwood floors. Detached garage with bonus room.

Lots to see.

Watch the snow fall in your own “cabin in the woods.”

For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com.

MLS 11-319 $279,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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WEST PITTSTON $72,000

This 4 bedroom 2 story has a full bath on the 1st floor and rough in for bath on 2nd floor.

An enclosed side patio from the kitchen dinette area & side drive are a big plus.

MLS 12-553 Only $24,900 Ann Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

Lake Front Property at Shickshinny Lake!!! 4 Bedrooms, 2.75 baths, 2 kitchens, living room, large family room. 2 sunrooms, office & laundry room. Plus 2 car attached garage with paved driveway, AG pool, dock & 100' lake frontage. $382,500.

MLS #12-860 Call Kenneth Williams 570-542-2141 Five Mountains Realty

187 Shoemaker St. Adorable 3 bedroom, 1 bath, Cape Cod. Completely remodeled inside and out. Hardwood floors throughout, duct work in place for central air installation. Back yard deck for summer cook outs and much, much more.

Not a drive by!

MLS 12-1595 $142,500 Jay A. Crossin EXT. 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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57 Sara Drive Bright & open floor plan. This 7 year old home offers premium finishes throughout, beautiful kitchen with granite tops, walk-out lower level finished with 3/4 bath - french doors out to private 1.16 acre lot.

MLS# 12-1617 $432,000 Call Geri 570-696-0888

The best of both worlds. If you crave privacy, consider this 4 bedroom, 3 bath raised ranch on a 4.96 acre wooded lot. A tree lined driveway leads to this spacious 3,300 square foot home. MLS# 12-1407 only $185,000 Adjoining 1+ acre with deeded lake front available for $50,000. Call Barbara Metcalf 570-696-3801

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44 Bohac Street Lovely Cape Cod home, with vinyl siding, totally remodeled and re-wired, 2 bedrooms, 1 on 1st floor, off street parking and huge yard. Newer roof & replacement windows, includes newer stainless steel appliances.

This home is a gem, is a must see! $134,000 Also listed on Craigslist and Zillow.com Call 570-299-7158

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408 Cragle Hill Rd. This is a very well kept Ranch home on 6 acres, central air, rear patio and 1 car garage. This is a 3 parcel listing.

MLS 11-4273 $154,900 Jackie Roman 570-288-0770 Ext. 39 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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78 Maltby Ave. Wonderful family home in a great neighborhood. A large master suite and family room addition make this home a must see!

There is an inground pool and attached in-law suite.

MLS 11-4572 $195,000 Call Kelly Connolly-Cuba EXT. 37 Crossin Real Estate 570-288-0770 TRUCKSVILLE

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308 Stephanie Drive Attractive Brick Front Ranch with 3 Bedrooms, gas heat, Sunroom, attached garage, large yard, shed.

Hardwood floors under rugs. Great location. New windows. Basement can easily be finished. Well Maintained. MLS# 121911 PRICE REDUCED $139,900 Call Nancy Palumbo 570-714-9240

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Nice 2 story home sits high & dry on side of Plymouth Mountain. Large eat in kitchen, living room, dining room, oil hotwater baseboard heat. Nice yard, wrap around porch.

Directions: Main Street, Plymouth to Coal Street, over small bridge to 1st hard left onto Smith Row-house on right. MLS# 12-2256 $50,000 Call Lynda (570) 696-5418

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Well maintained raised ranch in Midway Manor.

Good size level yard with shed.

Large sunroom / laundry addition.

Lower level family room with wood stove. $139,900 Call Christine Kutz 570-332-8832

SHICKSHINNY 119 West Union

Street Out of flood zone!

Large, 2 story frame with 2, three bedroom apartments. Off street parking, Large, dry basement, oil heat, large front porch and yard, also 4 room cottage, with garage in the rear of the same property. $85,000. Great home and/or rental.

Please call 570-542-4489 SHICKSHINNY

2 story, 3 bedroom home. New bath, new furnace & new central air, all appliances included.

Hardwood floors downstairs, carpet upstairs. Great yard. Out of the flood zone. Nice neighborhood. By appointment only.

Call 570-287-1029

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4 Oliver Road Located in the back part of Oliver Road in a very private part of North Lake in Sweet Valley. Yearning to be restored, lake front cape cod in a very tranquil setting was formerly used as a summer home. MLS 11-2113 $93,500 Jay Crossin CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 ext. 23 SWEET VALLEY

130 Marvin Rd. Fantastic LOG HOME W/GREAT VIEWS**from Rear Deck, 4 Bedrooms 2 Bath on 1.55 Acres.

Beautiful Landscaping. 12-1489 $199,000 570-675-4400

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If you crave privacy, consider this stunning, 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 2 story traditional cradled on a 2 acre lot.

Ultra modern kitchen with breakfast area, great room with cathedral ceiling & fireplace, formal dining room & bonus room over 2 car garage. Only $299,000.

MLS# 12-679 Call Barbara Metcalf 570-696-0883 LEWITH & FREEMAN 570-696-3801

SHICKSHINNY

Totally remodeled 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on 1 acre with large family room on lower level. property has small pond and joins state game lands. Reduced! $129,900 Could be FHA financed.

MLS# 11-4085 Five Mountains Realty 570-542-2141 WAPWALLOPEN

Very nice Ranch home with 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, kitchen, dining room & living room. Plus propane fireplace in living room, french doors in dining room and large deck with a view. $159,900 MLS 12-287 Five Mountains Realty 570-542-2141

221 Maple St. Beautiful 4 bedroom Back Mtn. home with natural woodwork, pocketdoors, ceiling fans & great light. Sit on 1 or 2 screened rear porches and enjoy awesome views or sit on your front porch in this great neighborhood! Don’t forget the above ground pool with deck.

MLS 12-1699 $149,900 John Shelley 570-702-4162 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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Has newer gas furnace. Was not flooded in Sept.

2011. Why rent when you can own your own home?

Interest rates will probably never be lower. If you’re employed and have good credit don’t wait, buy now! For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-2837 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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SWOYERSVILLE Wonderful home in convenient location features spacious formal rooms, beautiful hardwood floors, & grand stone fireplaces.

Kitchen opens to bright sunroom/ breakfast area. 4 large bedrooms, office & 2 baths on 2nd floor. Charming wrap around porch offers views of large property with mature oak and pines. MLS#11-528 $499,000 Call Rhea 570-696-6677

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157 Carverton Rd. Enjoy country living with scenic views just minutes from 309. This 2,030 sq ft Colonial offers an oak kitchen with new Jennaire gas range, family room with fireplace leading to a spacious rear deck, Formal dining room, 4 bedrooms and 2/1/2 baths plus a 2 car garage. The basement has a work shop area and can easily be turned into additional living area. $195,000 Ann Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

18 Circle Ave. Relax and enjoy the beautiful view of Lily Lake right from your sunroom in this quiet lake community. Entire home redone In 2005, beautiful hardwood floors, central air, skylights, coal stove, small pond and so much more.

Perfect for all year round or a weekend/summer getaway. Off street parking for 2 vehicles.

MLS 12-1892 $145,000 Shelby Watchilla 570-762-6969 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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OPEN HOUSE Sunday, August 5th, 2pm-4pm Tilbury Terrace 69 Tilbury Ave All brick, 3 bedroom ranch, large wooded lot, large rooms with beautiful Parquet hardwood floors, plaster walls/ceilings, full walk-up floored attic, full basement with concrete walls & floor, wine cellar, washer/dryer, workshop areas, 2 car attached garage.

Quiet, friendly neighborhood, $179,000.

ROTHSTEIN REALTORS 1-888-244-2714 WEST NANTICOKE

TILBURY TERRACE Tilbury Avenue Superb 3 bedroom single.

Hardwood floors, fireplace, garage. Well maintained. Great Neighborhood. Affordable at $209,500.

Towne & Country Real Estate Co. 570-735-8932 570-542-5708

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221 Maple St. Beautiful 4 bedroom Back Mtn. home with natural woodwork, pocketdoors, ceiling fans & great light. Sit on 1 or 2 screened rear porches and enjoy awesome views or sit on your front porch in this great neighborhood! Don’t forget the above ground pool with deck.

MLS 12-1699 $149,900 John Shelley 570-702-4162 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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329 Wyoming Ave. Flooded in Sept.

2011, being sold as is. Great potential in this 4 bedroom 2 3/4 bath house. Off street parking. For more info and photos visit: www.atlasrealtyinc.com MLS 12-716 Call Tom 570-262-7716

510 Fourth St. A nice 2 story, 3 bedroom home in the Wyoming Area school district. Corner lot. Out of the flood zone.

MLS 12-1616 $79,000 Jackie Roman EXT 39 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 WEST PITTSTON

Great Rancher in move-in condition, 3 bedroom, hardwood floors, modern eat-in kitchen, garage, no flood.

PRICE REDUCED! $152,000 12-1399 Call Nancy Answini Joe Gilroy Real Estate 570-288-1444

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Townhouse For Sale!

-Across from Blue Ribbon1, 800 square feet.

Large eat-in kitchen tile throughout, granite countertops, walk-out deck, living room with hardwood floors, fully finished basement with gas fireplace & sliding glass doors to patio, 2nd floor laundry. 2 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bathrooms with tile, central air conditioning/gas heat.

Asking $172,000 Please call Marissa @ 570-430-9324 if interested!

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Nice double block, not in the flood area!

3 vehicle detached garage, off-street parking for 4 vehicles, front & rear porches, patio, fenced yard, nice & private. Home also has central air, #410 is updated & in very good condition, modern kitchen & bath. Kitchen has oak cabinets, stainless steel refrigerator, center aisle, half bath on 1st floor & 4th bedroom on 3rd floor. Both sides have hardwood floors on 2nd floor.

MLS#12-737 $169,900 Louise Laine 283-9100 x20

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Branch Bank or Credit Union FOR RENT Vinyl resided, new shingles in 2008, quiet location with level, open ground.

Replacement windows, new well pump.

MLS #12-760 $52,900 Call Dale 570-256-3343 Five Mountains Realty

New Bridge Center 960 Sq. Ft. 480 Pierce St., Kingston For Rental Information Call:

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OPEN HOUSE Sunday Aug 5th 12:00 to 1:30 688 8th Street Unique design,outstanding craftsmanship and quality finishes make this home a must see!

Move in ready featuring a modern kitchen with handcrafted cabinets and stainless steel appliances. Living room with hardwood floors opens to the dining room which boasts a fabulous brick and stone fireplace.

Game room with french doors lead to a private patio and fenced in yard with an above ground pool with a deck. Two generous sized bedrooms and two baths on the second floor. Family room with built-in lighted display cases and ½ bath on the lower level.

Private driveway leads to 1 car garage with storage loft, and additional parking.

MLS 12-2032 $174,900 Call Mary 696-0729

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NEW LISTING! Beautifully restored Cape Cod located on a lovely tree lined street. Ultra modern kitchen has granite counter tops, tiled floors and washer dryer hook-up. Three bedrooms, 2 baths, new gas furnace, water heater and electrical. Quality laminate flooring throughout first floor. Large master bedroom suite on 2nd floor has a walk-in closet, a cedar closet and adjoining office/exercise room or a 4th bedroom. #12-2753 $149,900 Karen Bernardi 283-9100 x31

120 Darling Street MOVE IN READY Just listed!

Only $42,000 Cheaper than rent.

Gas heat, small yard, 2 bedrooms plus additional flex room. Updated kitchen and bath.

Screened in porches.

Great home!

Looking for offers!

MLS# 12-2321 Call Theresa Vacendak directly @ 650-5872 for showing or information.

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WILKES-BARRE $139,900

51 Flood Drive Parsons Manor Beautiful Townhouse in great condition. Very spacious with large rooms, one car garage and basement storage. 3 bedrooms.

For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-2292 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

WILKES-BARRE $76,500

35 Hillard St. Hardwood floors, fenced in yard, large deck. Off street parking. 3 bedroom home with 1st floor laundry.

Move in condition.

For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-1655 Colleen Turant 570-237-0415

696-2600 WHITE-HAVEN 501 Birch Lane

Beautiful 4 bedroom, 3 bath. Enjoy the amenities of a private lake, boating, basketball courts, etc. The home has wood floors and carpeting throughout. French doors in the kitchen that lead you out to the large rear deck for entertaining. The backyard has 2 utility sheds for storage MLS 12-1695 $179,900 Call Karen Coldwell Banker Rundle Real Estate 570-474-2340 WHITE HAVEN

Priced to sell in Woodhaven Estates! This well maintained home located in the Crestwood School District offers features such as, covered deck and lower deck leading to the pool, ductless A/C, zoned heating system, oversized heated 2car garage in addition to the built-in garage.

Finished lower level with recreation room, workshop and ½ bath laundry area.

The list goes on, come and take a look! Owners are ready to move, are you?

MLS#12-872 $199,900 Jill Jones direct: 696-6550

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WILKES-BARRE (Riverside Park) Corner of Dagobert and Gordon Ave.

13 Darling St. OPEN HOUSE SUN. AUG. 5 12-1:30pm

Beautifully maintained 2-story home with 3 bedrooms and 1 and 3/4 bathrooms. Oak floors throughout with chestnut woodwork.

Cherry kitchen, stained glass windows, french doors, fireplace and a 3season porch all situated in a countrylike setting in the heart of the city.

Huge attic can be converted into master suite or 4th or 5th bedroom. Off street parking. Convenient location.

Nothing to do but move in! Must see. atlasrealtyinc.com MLS #12-2620 $99,900 Directions: Traveling south on North River Rd; Left at light at Courthouse onto West North St, Left onto Darling St. Home is in the right. atlas realtyinc.com Call Keri Best 570-885-5082

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46 Barney Street Well - maintained three bedroom home with a large yard. Great starter home! 12-2390 $64,500 Darcy J. Gollhardt Realtor 570-262-0226 CLASSIC PROPERTIES 570-718-4959 Ext. 1352 WILKES-BARRE 60 Saint Clair St

210 Academy St. Large grand home.

Open concept downstairs, 1 st floor laundry, lots of closet space, fenced in back yard, extra large driveway. Garage with floor pit, auto garage door opener. 60 amp subpanel, walk up attic.

Loads of potential.

MLS 12-1268 $115,000 David Krolikowski 570-288-0770 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

WILKES-BARRE Great 4 bedroom home with new kitchen, furnace and bath. Laundry room off kitchen. Newer windows and roof.

Hardwood on first floor.

Off street parking. Older one car garage. Walk up attic. MLS 11-1478 $59,000 Call Nancy Answini 570-237-5999 JOSEPH P. GILROY REAL ESTATE 570-288-1444

70 McLean Street

$99,900 Very nicely updated & maintained 2 story home, 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, 4season sunroom with huge backyard & deck. Newer carpeting, off street parking & security system. ONE YEAR HOME WARRANTY. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-2886 Keri Best 570-885-5082

Handyman Special Extra large duplex with 7 bedrooms, 2 baths, fireplace, screened porch, full basement and 2 car garage on double lot in Wilkes-Barre City. $58,000.

ERA BRADY ASSOCIATES 570-836-3848 WILKES-BARRE

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Just on the market this 2 story offers a modern kitchen, formal dining room, 1st floor laundry plus 2/3 bedrooms On 2nd floor. Affordably priced at $ 27,900 MLS 12-50 Ann Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

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240 Sheridan St. Cute home just waiting for your personal touch.

Looking to downsize? Well this is the one for you.

2nd floor could be finished, along with the basement. If you are a handyman you have to see this home.

MLS 12-1481 $42,000 Roger Nenni EXT 32 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

This very nice 2 story, 3 bedroom, 1 bath home has a large eat in kitchen for family gatherings. A great walk up attic for storage and the home is in move-in condition.

MLS 11-1612 $63,900 Call Karen Coldwell Banker Rundle Real Estate 570-474-2340

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285 Blackman St Great property.

Priced to sell quickly and in move-in condition! Easy access to Interstate 81 & shopping! 11-3215 $36,500 570-675-4400

NEW! HUGE! Remodeled 4 bedroom, 2 story home, previously had 3 additional bedrooms on heated 3rd floor, gas fireplace, fenced yard, eat in kitchen, large rooms. A must see!

Only $75,900.

Deremer Realty 570-477-1149 WILKES-BARRE

77 Schuler St. Newly renovated with new windows, door flooring, etc.

“Goose Island” gem. Large home with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, screened in porch overlooking fenced in yard, driveway, laminate floors throughout.

Fresh paint, move in condition. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-845 $99,900 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

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Beautifully maintained 3 story home, features hardwood floors, built-in cabinet, five plus bedrooms, office, 3 bathrooms and stained glass windows. All measurements are approximate. 12-1081 $99,900 Call Tracy McDermott Realty 570-696-2468

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WILKES-BARRE 37 Lynch Lane Add some TLC and this large 2 story home could be the gem it once was.

Off street parking, 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths. Priced to sell in quiet neighborhood. Being sold in ”as is” condition.

For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com.

MLS 12-2634 $38,500 Call Michele 570-905-2336

For sale by owner Located in Wilkes Barre city.

65 Reno Lane Currently rented with a great tenant.

Entire home was remodeled 10 years ago, including new plumbing, electric, drywall, and is appraised at $55,000.

Features 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, 6 rooms total.

Partial unfinished basement, with gas heat, and yard with wood deck.

All this for $40,000 Great investment property. owner will help with closing!! Rent income is $650.00 agents welcome.

Call 570-814-3666

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45 Marlborough Ave Nice brick front Ranch on corner lot. 3 bedrooms, 1 full and (2) 1/2 baths. Finished basement, breezeway to 2 car garage. Fenced yard and central air.

MLS 12-1612 New price $105,000 Mark R. Mason 570-331-0982 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

Nice 3 bedroom, 1 bath home, with 3 season porch and detached 1 car garage. Good starter home in well established neighborhood.

Family owned for many years. $59,900 CALL CHRISTINE KUTZ 570-332-8832

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Nicely remodeled fully rented Duplex, near schools, hospital, parks & bus route. Separate utilities and off street parking. MLS 12599 $96,500.

CLASSIC PROPERTIES 570-793-9449 Call Steve Shemo 570-718-4959

60 Kulp St. 3-4 bedroom, 2 story home with well kept hardwood floors throughout.

Private driveway with parking for 2 cards and nearly all replacement windows. MLS 11-2897 $59,900 Jay A. Crossin Ext. 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 WILKES-BARRE REDUCED!

19 Lawrence St. Very well kept 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath 2 story with family room, enclosed back porch and fenced in back yard. Nice layout with lots of closet space. Modern kitchen, laundry 1st floor. Replacement windows and much more!

MLS 12-1325 $72,000 Jay A. Crossin Ext. 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 WILKES-BARRE REDUCED!

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332 Academy St. Charming 3 bedroom Ranch with unique upgrades including polished concrete countertops in kitchen, and a lovely built in gas fireplace in living room. Up to date landscaping, fenced in yard and above ground pool and hot tub.

MLS 12-2441 $99,900 Jay A. Crossin EXT. 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

39 W. Chestnut St. Lots of room in this single with 3 floors of living space. 3 bedrooms, 1 bath with hardwood floors throughout, natural woodwork, all windows have been replaced, laundry/pantry off of kitchen. 4x10 entry foyer, space for 2 additional bedrooms on the 3rd floor. Roof is new.

MLS 11-325 $59,900 Jay A. Crossin 570-288-0770 Ext. 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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NEW LISTING! Convenient location!

Near General Hospital. Large kitchen and spacious living room highlight this two-story home.

Double wide lot with detached garage and driveway. Home has a newer roof and furnace and a nice backyard with plenty of room. Call today to see this home! #12-2523 $49,900 Chris Jones 696-6558

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NEW LISTING! Large home that is bright and open.

Newly remodeled kitchen and bathrooms. Home has 3 bedrooms, living room, dining room and a laundry room on 1st floor. Plenty of room for off-street parking in back of the large lot. Pergo flooring throughout the lower level, new tile backsplash in the main bathroom. #12-2524 $64,900 Call Chris Jones to schedule your showing! 696-6558

696-2600 WILKES BARRE

573 Coon Road This 100+ year old Victorian comes with a lot of amenities inside and out on 6 acres of Country living. Indoor pool, wine cellar, patio, 4 car garage and much more.

Property is being sold “as is”.

MLS 12-1676 $329,000 Shelby Watchilla 570-762-6969 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

129 Lampman St. Side by side double block home with 3 bedrooms each side, separate utilities. Includes 2 extra lots. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-2253 Call Tom 570-262-7716

93 Main St. Four units. 3 residential and one storefront.Great corner location, flood damaged home being sold as is. For more info visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-1948 Call Tom 570-262-7716

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Looking for a home with 5 bedrooms or mother in-law apartment, this is the home for you!

This property has many amenities, a privacy rear fence with a concrete rear patio (23’ x23’), large storage building (23’ x 18’). Off-street parking for 2 vehicles, rear porches on 2nd and 3rd floor. Home has 9 rooms, 2 modern baths, 2 modern kitchens with plenty of cabinets.

Replacement windows, newer roof, natural woodwork in living room and dining room. Property is close to all amenities including playground across the street, Dan Flood School, Coughlin High School, General Hospital, Kings College, churches and shopping. #12-1763 $69,900 Louise Laine 283-9100 x20

570-283-9100 WILKES-BARRE

Modern, 1 bedroom loft townhouse in gated community, sleeps 4; taxes $400/year.

Maintenance fee $70/month. Asking $35,000 or rent for $500/month. 5 minutes to Hazleton, 1 mile to Eagle Rock Resort.

570-824-6887 or 570-793-9390

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100 Ashley St. Well maintained 3 unit building with extra $50 per month from garage with electric. Off street parking for 4 cars and fenced in yard. Back porches on both levels. Fully rented. Let rental income pay for this property. Must see!

MLS 12-1746 $109,000 Debbie McGuire 570-332-4413 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 ASHLEY

Nice, clean 3 bedroom, 6 room home in very good condition, parking at rear for 3+ vehicles, newer rear porch with trees shading porch. Side lot is nicely landscaped, 2nd floor has rear porch off bedroom.

Large storage area on 2nd floor which can be converted to a 2nd bathroom.

Replacement windows throughout, natural woodwork on 1st floor and stairs.

Kitchen remodeled with new stove and dishwasher. #12-2213 $59,000 Louise Laine 283-9100 x20

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110 Ashley St. Very nice duplex with off street parking and nice yard.

Enclosed porch on 1st floor and 2 exits on 2nd. Fully rented. Great return on your investment.

Rent pays your mortgage. Don’t miss out MLS 12-1745 $89,000 Debbie McGuire 570-332-4413 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

ASHLEY 2 story commercial property for sale.

4,200 square feet building. $35,000, or best offer. Call 570-592-3575, leave message.

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EDWARDSVILLE

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25 St. Mary’s St. 3,443 sq. ft. masonry commercial building with warehouse/office and 2 apartments with separate electric and heat. Perfect for contractors or anyone with storage needs. For more information and photos log onto www.atlas realtyinc.com.

Reduced to $89,000 MLS #10-3872 Call Charlie 570-829-6200 VM 101

YATESVILLE 41 Pittston Ave.

$74,900 Cute little home in very nice neighborhood with 4 bedrooms, large yard and 2 car garage. MLS #12-2614. For more information and photos, visit atlasrealtyinc.co m Call Charlie 829-6200 VM 101

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DURYEA $39,900

BEAR CREEK $167,900 Well maintained 3 bedroom home with 1.5 baths. Home has newly remodeled kitchen with Brazilian cherry hardwood floors.

Pantry off kitchen that leads to new ½ bath. In-ground pool. 2-car detached garage. #12-2545 $129,900 Call Christine Pieczynski 696-6569

909

AVOCA $79,900

WYOMING REDUCED 50K!!!

WILKES-BARRE REDUCED

WILKES-BARRE

302 Parrish St Warm and Welcome! This lovely well maintained home features 3 bedrooms with large closets, spacious kitchen and low taxes! 12-2296 $44,200 Brenda Suder 570-332-8924 RE/MAX PRECISION PROPERTIES 570-824-9800

484 Madison St. Well kept home with finished basement. Move in condition with plenty of rooms, new Pergo floors on 2nd floor and fenced in yard.

Newer roof and furnace approximately 10 years old.

MLS 12-1291 $74,900 Donald Crossin 570-288-0770 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

WILKES-BARRE

WILKES-BARRE

173 Austin Ave. Completely remodeled home in the Parsons section of Wilkes-Barre.

Updates include high efficiency gas furnace and electric hot water heater, kitchen w/laundry, drywall, paint, recessed lights, doors, tile, carpet, Pergo flooring, andwindows.

MLS 12-2566 $85,000 John Shelley 570-702-4162 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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WILKES-BARRE 74 Frederick St

WILKES-BARRE

WILKES-BARRE

OPEN HOUSE Sunday 1 to 3 38 Westminster St. Very good condition one story home with off street parking & nice yard.

2 year old roof, new stove & fridge included along with clothes washer & dryer. Large living room, dining room & eat-in kitchen.

Full, dry concrete basement, could be finished. Gas heat. $ 67,400.

MLS# 12-2605.

Directions: Carey Ave. or S. Main to either Wood or Hanover to Westminster.

Call Jim Banos 570-991-1883 Coldwell Banker Rundle Real Estate

WILKES-BARRE

WILKES-BARRE

Great Investment.

Quiet street close to everything. Nice size rooms. Both sides currently rented. Off street parking in back with a 1 car garage. $79,900.

MLS #12-2223. Call Donna for more information or to schedule a showing. 570-947-3824

191 Andover St. Lovely single family 3 bedroom home with lots of space.

Finished 3rd floor, balcony porch off of 2nd floor bedroom, gas hot air heat, central air and much more.

Must see!

MLS 11-59 $54,900 Jay A. Crossin 570-288-0770 Ext. 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

WILKES-BARRE

WILKES-BARRE

2 bedroom modular rancher (large master bedroom) with a 20x 22 family room and a woodburner.

Paneled interior.

10x12 three season porch. Carport. 2 driveways. Many extras.(FHA: $2,380 down, $381/month, 3.875% interest, 30 years.) $68,000 MLS# 12-2092 Ask for Bob Kopec.

Humford Realty, Inc. 570-822-5126

Beautifully maintained double block on large landscaped lot. Newer roof and windows, hardwood under carpet, ceiling fans, plaster walls and ample off street parking. Live in one side and let rent from other side help pay your mortgage. Must see! $108,000 Call CHRISTINE KUTZ for details 570-332-8832

WILKES-BARRE

WILKES-BARRE WILKES-BARRE

696-2600

16 Sullivan St. Large 5 bedroom home with a newer roof, new gas furnace, modern kitchen and baths.

Close to Central City.

MLS 12-1171 $60,000 Charles J. Prohaska Ext. 35 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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Lawrence St. Nice 3 unit property.

Lots of off street parking and bonus 2 car garage. All units are rented. Great income with low maintenance. $139,900 MLS# 10-2675 Call Karen Coldwell Banker Rundle Real Estate 570-474-2340 FORTY FORT

1012 Wyoming Ave. SUPER LOCATION Needs work. Priced to sell. Great for your small business or offices. Very high traffic count. Property is being sold IN AS IS CONDITION. Inspections for buyers information only.

Property needs rehab.

MLS 11-4267 $84,900 Roger Nenni 570-288-0770 Ext. 32 Crossin Real Estate 570-288-0770 FORTY FORT

1255 Laurel Run Rd. Bear Creek Twp., large commercial garage/warehouse on 1.214 acres with additional 2 acre parcel. 2 water wells. 2 newer underground fuel tanks. May require zoning approval.

For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-208 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

DUPONT $79,900

107 River St. Large 3 unit apartment building with off street parking for several cars.

3rd floor newly remodeled. Hardwood floors. Large yard, newer furnace and great location.

Fully rented. Good investment propertY. MLS 12-2017 $199,000 Debbie McGuire 570-332-4413 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 FORTY FORT

P E N D I N G

100 Lincoln St. MULTI FAMILY 3 bedroom home with attached apartment and beauty shop. Apartment is rented.

For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-941 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

DUPONT $89,900

238 Main St. Multi Family Investment Property Great opportunity for the experienced investor. Property is large with parking for at least 9 cars.

Extra lot, one office and 2 apartments.

For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-2315 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

EDWARDSVILLE

33-37 Church St. 4 unit investment property close to shopping and bus routes.Off street parking and large yard. Includes 2 laundry rooms.

MLS 12-2383 $119,000 Debbie McGuire 570-332-4413 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

1301 Murray St. 2 family duplex.

Fully rented.

Vinyl sided, 2 car garage, off street parking.

For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-2028 $118,000 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

P E N D I N G

JENKINS TWP. $154,900

55 1/2 Main St. Newer side by side double with separate utilities, 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths each side. Buy with 3 1/2% down and low FHA mortgage rate if you live in one side. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-1851 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

PITTSTON

FOR SALE 5 Unit Money Maker Available immediately. Fully rented, leases on all five units. Separate utilities, new roof in 2007, 3 new gas furnaces, off street parking for 6 vehicles, 3 bay garage. Over $29,000 in rents.

A true money maker for the serious investor.

Must Sell! $140,000.

Call Steve at (570)468-2488

TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com 909

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KINGSTON

Income & Commercial Properties KINGSTON REDUCED

100 Union St. Great location in high traffic area.

Completely remodeled and updated.

Professional space.

Move in ready with office furniture included in price.

Reception area, eat in kitchen and outside deck.

MLS 12-2784 $85,000 John Shelley 570-702-4162 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 KINGSTON

140 Wyoming Ave. Location, Location, Location! Great space in high traffic area. Was used for professional business with a gun shop occupying a small portion of the building. Only the gun shop is occupied. OSP for approximately 11 cars.

MLS 12-1735 $299,000 Shelby Watchilla 570-762-6969 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 5770-288-0770 KINGSTON REDUCED

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299 Rutter Ave. Large well maintained Duplex on a corner lot in Kingston. 2 bedrooms each unit, separate gas heat and off street parking for multiple cars. New roof, water heater and freshly painted exterior. A really nice property!

MLS 12-2447 $139,900 Mark R. Mason 570-331-0982 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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341 Wyoming Ave. 3 story Victorian located in a high exposure area. Has all the lovely signature woodwork of a grand Victorian of yesteryear! Can be restored for use as a residential home or a landlord investment. Currently subdivided into multiple office spaces and 2 apartments.

MLS 12-617 REDUCED $169,900 Jay A. Crossin Ext. 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 KINGSTON REDUCED

Income & Commercial Properties

PITTSTON PRICED REDUCED NEW PRICE $79,900

NANTICOKE

109-111 Welles St. 2 properties for the price of o ne! A 3 unit apartment building and a detached 2 bedroom home. Apartment building consists of a 3 bedroom 1/2 double and two 3 room apartments. Separate utilities. Electric heat in rear home. Bran new roof and other updates.

MLS 12-2015 $119,000 Debbie McGuire 570-332-4413 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 NANTICOKE COMMERCIAL RESIDENTIAL

909

OR

PRICE REDUCED! Desirable investment opportunity building consist of a vacant storefront which can be used for commercial purposes or remodeled into another apartment. Other units consists of a 3 room apartment and a 6 room, 3 bedroom unit. Close proximity to LCC. Newer roof and furnace, hardwood floors, offstreet parking, corner lot. #11-04019 $39,900 Karen Ryan 283-9100 x14

35 High St. Nice duplex in great location, fully occupied with leases.

Good investment property. Separate utilities, newer furnaces, gas and oil.

Notice needed to show. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3222 Call Tom 570-262-7716

PLYMOUTH

155 E Walnut St. Good investment property knocking on your door. Don't miss out, come and see for yourself.

Also included in the sale of the property is the lot behind the home. Lot size is 25X75, known as 147 Cherry St. $82,000 MLS# 10-2666 Call Karen Coldwell Banker Rundle Real Estate 570-474-2340 PLYMOUTH

KINGSTON 696-2600

PITTSTON 366 Pierce Street (corner lot). 1,300 sq. ft. concrete block commercial building on a 90 x 145 lot. Central air conditioning. Paved parking for 25 cars.

Presently a pizza business, but land can be used for multiple uses (bank building, offices, etc.).

MLS 12-1279. $325,000 Bob Kopec HUMFORD REALTY 570-822-5126 KINGSTON

64-66 Dorrance St. 3 units, off street parking with some updated Carpets and paint. $1500/ month income from long time tenants.

W/d hookups on site. MLS 11-3517 $99,900 Call Jay A. Crossin Ext. 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 KINGSTON 7 Hoyt St

Nice duplex zoned commercial, can be used for offices as well as residential.

All separate utilities.

Keep apt. space or convert to commercial office space.

Adjacent lot for sale by same owner.

MLS 11-2176 $79,900 Jay A. Crossin CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 ext. 23

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388 Schuyler Ave. Well cared for Duplex in great location. 1st floor has new bathroom and large kitchen, 2nd floor has all new carpeting and long term tenant.

Large lot and off street parking for 2 cars. Separate furnaces and electricity, Make an offer!

MLS 12-1125 $94,900 Call Shelby Watchilla 570-762-6969 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

65 1/2 Center St. Two homes on one lot. Both rented. Great income potential. For more info visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-1898 $72,000 Call Tom 570-262-7716

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KINGSTON REDUCED!

155 Sharpe St. Nice duplex with separate electric and water. Off street parking in rear. Also listed as residential. See list #12-609 for additional photos.

MLS 12-605 $74,900 Jay A. Crossin Ext. 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

68 William St. Great investment property with 3 units and separate utilities. Each unit has 2 entrances and washer hook up. Roof is 5 years old. For more info visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com.

MLS 12-1897 $69,900 Call Tom 570-262-7716

259 Shawnee Ave. 6 unit property with one 2 unit building and a 4 unit apartment building. The 2 unit property has been completely rebuilt from frame up in 2010! Very good condition 4 unit building has many updates also.

MLS 12-2016 $269,000 Debbie McGuire 570-332-4413 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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3000 Square Foot Building zoned commercial available for lease.

Located in high traffic area. Parking for 20 cars.

MLS# 12-1452 PRICE REDUCED! $1500/month Call Barbara Metcalf 570-696-0883

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Apartments/ Unfurnished

Duplex. Aluminum siding, oil heat, semi - modern kitchens, long term tenant. On a spacious 50’ x 150’ lot. Motivated Seller. REDUCED. $33,260 Ann Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

570-288-6654

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Income & Commercial Properties

SHAVERTOWN

NEW LISTING! COMMERCIAL LEASE 30 Carverton Road, Historic Back Mountain church with modern updates ready for your professional office, retail, antique or craft store. The possibilities are many; property is Zoned B-1. Beautiful tiled entry foyer leads to the reception/cashier area and a waiting room or additional retail space. Along the center open hallway (with vaulted ceiling) are five private offices/rooms, each measuring approximately 10’x10’.

There is a storage room and half-bath.

The lower level has its own entry (also accessed from the 1st floor) and includes an open office area, a 16’x13’ private office, a room for a mini-kitchen/break room, another half bath and more storage. The building is heated with a 2zone gas system and has a Trane High Efficiency air conditioning system. The property has parking adjacent to the building and directly across the street (a total of 32 spaces with 3 designated for handicap parking).

This unique property is listed at $1500/month. Tenant will be responsible for gas, electric and water utilities, along with their furniture, equipment and liability insurance. The owner will pay taxes, DAMA sewer and basic trash/recycling expense and insurance on the building. Photos and other information about this property are available online at www.poggijones.com. CLICK on the link for Commercial and investment properties and enter 12-2089 in the MLS Search.

For additional information or to schedule an appointment please contact Walter or Mary Ellen Belchick at 6966566 or email mebelchick@poggijones.com

696-2600

230 Robert St. 5 unit investment property. Remodeled in 2008. Four 1 bedroom units and one 2 1/2 bedroom unit. Off street parking for 3 cars and a private driveway for unit #2.

Property has a community laundry room.

MLS 12-2382 $219,000 Debbie McGuire 570-332-4413 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 WEST PITTSTON

134 Ann St. Nice duplex in a great neighborhood. Low maintenance. Investors: Money maker right from the start. Unit 2 is owner occupied, rent is projected.

MLS 12-575 $119,000 David Krolikowski 570-288-0770 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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134 Ann St. Nice Duplex in a great neighborhood. Low maintenance investors.

Money maker right from the start. Unit 2 is owner occupied. Rent is projected.

MLS 12-575 $119,000 David Krolikowski 570-288-0770 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 WILKES-BARRE

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103 W. Chestnut St. 3 unit investment property. Completely remolded in 2010 including new plumbing and electrical service. Each unit has a laundry room. Large fenced yard and fully rented.

MLS 12-2381 $119,000 Debbie McGuire 570-332-4413 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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150 Dana St. Completely remodeled! Modern 5 unit property with hardwood flooring and ceramic tile in kitchens and baths.

New furnace in 2009. Secure building. Fully rented.

Large concrete basement for Owner’s storage, part of which could be used as an efficiency. All services separate. Utilities included in rent for #5 only. Great money maker MLS 12-1740 $319,000 Debbie McGuire 570-332-4413 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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399-401 Madison St Fully occupied and maintained 4 unit building in nice section of Wilkes-Barre close to General Hospital, schools and public transportation.

MLS 12-2460 $99,500 John Shelley 570-702-4162 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 WILKES-BARRE

62 Hutson St. Duplex in good condition Fenced in yard and back screened porch.

Fully rented. Property pays for itself with $$$ left over.

Take a look NOW! MLS 12-1747 $59,000 Debbie McGuire 570-332-4413 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 WILKES-BARRE

70-72 Sullivan St. Well maintained 4 unit property with enclosed back porches and off street parking for 4 cars. Fully rented.

New roof in 2008.

Great investment.

Make an appointment now!

MLS 12-1748 $179,000 Debbie McGuire 570-332-4413 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 WILKES-BARRE

97 Kado St. Duplex on nice corner lot in quiet neighborhood. A little TLC needed.

Could easily be converted to a single family.

Motivated seller.

MLS 12-1867 $84,900 Donald Crossin 570-288-0770 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

WYOMING PRICE REDUCED! $154,900

285 Wyoming Ave. First floor currently used as a shop, could be offices, etc.

Prime location, corner lot, full basement. 2nd floor is 3 bedroom apartment plus 3 car garage and parking for 6 cars. For more information and photos go to www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS #10-4339 Call Charlie VM 101

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DALLAS

LARKSVILLE

SHICKSHINNY

912 Lots & Acreage

$129,900 SPECTACULAR WATER VIEW! 2 acres overlooking Huntsville Reservoir. Building site cleared but much of woodlands preserved. Perc & site prep done.

Call Christine Kutz 570-332-8832

Nice country setting close to town for your new home!

Lot is 75’ x 107’ with an existing 12’ x 20’ shed. $15,000 CALL CHRISTINE KUTZ 570-332-8832

Beautiful 2.6 acre building lot located in a setting of mountains, pastures and farmlands. An ideal country setting to build your dream home! #12-2632 $29,900 Karen Ryan 283-9100 x14

Apartments/ Furnished

DALLAS

1+ acres on Bunker Hill Road. Great views - builder of your choice. Septic and Well required Seller will provide perc test.

MLS #11-268 $59,500 Call Rhea at 570-696-6677

DALLAS TOWNSHIP 63 acres with about 5,000’ roadfront on 2 roads. All Wooded. $385,000. Call Besecker Realty 570-675-3611 Earth Conservancy Land For Sale 61 +/- Acres Nuangola - $99,000 46 +/- Acres Hanover Twp. $79,000 Highway Commercial KOZ Hanover Twp. 3+/- Acres 11 +/- Acres Wilkes-Barre Twp. 32 +/- Acres Zoned R-3 See additional land for sale at: www.earth conservancy.org 570-823-3445 EDWARDSVILLE Great opportunity!

Affordable lot in nice neighborhood just waiting for a home.

Close to schools, shopping, etc. Public sewer & water.

11-3767 $14,900 Call Mary Carrano at 570-977-9047 COLDWELL BANKER RUNDLE REAL ESTATE 570 474-2340 HARDING REDUCED $24,900 Mt. Zion Road One acre lot just before Oberdorfer Road. Great place to build your dream home MLS 11-3521 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

BUILDING LOT $29,900 Corner of Drake St. & Catherine, Moosic. 80x111 building lot with sewer & water available, in great area with newer homes. Corner lot.

For more details visit www.atlasrealtyinc.com.

MLS #12-1148.

Call Charlie

MOUNTAIN TOP 5.4 acres in

Glendale Manor.

Walking distance to Crestwood High School. Is already subdivided into six lots . Perfect for a private custom home site or for development.

Call Christine Kutz 570-332-8832.

MOUNTAIN TOP Several building lots ready to build on!

ALL public utilities!

Priced from $32,000 to $48,000! Use your own Builder! Call Jim Graham at 570-715-9323

NEWPORT TWP.

LOTS - LOTS - LOTS 1 mile south of L.C.C.C.

210’ frontage x 158’ deep. All underground utilities, natural gas. GREAT VIEW!! $37,500 2 LOTS AVAILABLE 100’ frontage x 228’ deep.

Modular home with basement accepted.

Each lot $17,000.

Call 570-714-1296

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New Homes From $275,000$595,000 570-474-5574

SHICKSHINNY LAKE

JENKINS TOWNSHIP Prestigious

KINGSTON

Location, Location, Location A most unique & desirable property.

This is an opportunity to purchase a centrally situated lot with an unmatched view of this beautiful lake.

If you are looking for that special building site, this is it! MLS# 11-1269 $179,900 Call Dale Williams Five Mountains Realty 570-256-3343 SHICKSHINNY

401-403 Main St. 3 lots together. 2 in Kingston (nice corner paved lot) 1 in Edwardsville (40x60) potential to build with parking or parking for 20-48 vehicles.

MLS 12-1465 $75,000 John Shelley 570-702-4162 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

Level *7.5 acres* building lot with a mountain view.

Great for horses or organic farming.

MLS 12-306 $59,000 570-675-4400

SHICKSHINNY

LAFLIN $32,900 Lot#9 Pinewood Dr

Build your new home in a great neighborhood. Convenient location near highways, airport, casino and shopping

156 X 110 X 150 X 45

DIRECTIONS Rt 315 to laflin Rd; make left off Laflin Rd onto Pinewood Dr. Lot is on corner of Pinewood Dr. and Hickorywood Dr. MLS 11-3411 atlas realtyinc.com Call Keri Best 570-885-5082

LEHMAN 9 Acres on Lehman Outlet Road. 470’ front, over 1,000’ deep.

Wooded. $150,000. Call Besecker Realty 570-675-3611

696-2600 TRUCKSVILLE

187 Skyline Drive 2 + acres with 2 subdivided lots set in the woods with awesome views.

Great location and all utilities. Build your dream home(s).

MLS 12-1988 $99,900 John Shelley 570-702-4162 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 WANAMIE 2 Miner Ave. Looking to build?

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This is on the edge of a hill and has a great view. 440 acres corner of Belles and Miner MLS 12-1007 $14,900 Roger Nenni EXT. 32 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 WHITE HAVEN Route 115 Nice level building lot right in front of the golf course!

Close to I-80 & PA Turnpike. $14,500 Louise Gresh 570-233-8252 CENTURY 21 SELECT GROUP 570-455-8521 WILKES-BARRE 57 Fulton St. Nice residential area. Lot for sale 3080 square feet.

MLS 12-1762 $5,000 Kelly ConnollyCuba EXT. 37 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

WYOMING

FIRST ST. 4 building lots each measuring 68x102 with public utilities.

For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-439 $39,900 EACH Call Charlie 570-829-6200

915 Manufactured Homes

EAST MOUNTAIN RIDGE

Highland Hills Development .88 Acres. $75,000 570-947-3375 KINGSTON 302-304 Wyoming Avenue One of the only commercial building lots available on Wyoming Ave. Make this extremely busy site the next address of your business.

MLS 08-1872 $89,000 Jay A. Crossin EXT. 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

CHARM 34 W. Ross St. Fully furnished, 1 bedroom, All appliances and most utilities included. Secure, private off street parking. Historic building is non smoking/no pets.

Base rent $700/mo. Security, references required. View at houpthouse.com.

570-762-1453

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MOOSIC

BENTON TOWNSHIP

12.87 acres with well and in ground septic system.

Spring. 1000’ trout stream. 60% clear, 40% wooded. Natural gas lease. $150,000. Call 570-925-6018

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WILKES-BARRE VICTORIAN

WILKES-BARRE

SHEATOWN

LEHMAN TWP PITTSTON

909

Nice 1 acre building lot situated in a country setting amidst mountains, ponds and farmlands. An ideal rural setting for your dream home! #12-2631 $18,500 Karen Ryan 283-9100 x14

696-2600 SWEET VALLEY Grassy Pond Road 6.69 wooded acres.

Great building site and/or ideal hunting property. No utilities. $70,000.

Call Pat Doty 570-394-6901 McDermott Real Estate 570-696-2468

(Formerly Pocono Park) and San Souci Park. Like new, several to choose from, Financing &Warranty, MobileOneSales.net Call (570)250-2890 SWEET VALLEY

Exceptionally nice 3 bedroom, 2 bath mobile home nestled on a 1.8 acre lot. Attractive eat-in kitchen, all appliances included. Large living room & laundry. Enjoy breezes on your screened porch.

One owner.

MLS # 12-2457 $74,900 Barbara Metcalf 570-696-0883

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WILKES-BARRE

FULLY FURNISHED 1 BEDROOM APARTMENT

Short or long term Excellent Neighborhood Private Tenant Parking $600 includes all utilities. No pets.

570-822-9697

Apartments/ Unfurnished

ASHLEY

2nd floor. 2 bedrooms.

Porch.

Appliances.

Gas heat. Electric hot water. $495 + utilities & security.

Water, sewer & garbage paid. Credit / background check. Quiet animals - cleaning fee.

Call 570-823-6060

ASHLEY

74 W. Hartford St 1 bedroom + computer room. 2nd floor. Water,fridge, stove, washer/dryer included. No pets.

Security, lease, application fee. $500 + utilities.

570-472-9494

ASHLEY

Ready August 1st.

First floor, 1 bedroom. Washer/ dryer hookup. Off street parking. Heat & hot water included. No pets. One month + security.

Call.

570-814-0356

AVOCA

1 bedroom apartment. 2nd floor, large kitchen.

Includes heat, refrigerator, stove, water, garbage & sewer fees. Nice quiet, clean residential neighborhood. Pets negotiable. $590/month.

Call 570-228-8563

AVOCA

1,2&3 bedroom apartments, all in good condition, no pets. $525 to $700 + security.

Call 570-328-3773

AVOCA

3 rooms includes heat, hot water, water, garbage & sewer + appliances, washer/dryer hookup, off street parking.

Security. No pets. $480/month.

570-655-1606

DALLAS

3 bedroom, 2nd floor of century home in beautiful area. All appliances, heat & gas for dryer included.

Lease, security & references required. No pets. $800/month.

Call 570-675-2486 DALLAS Central location. 3 rooms & bath.

Newer fridge & stove. 2nd floor. No pets. $400 + utilities. 570-675-3611 Dallas, Pa. MEADOWS APARTMENTS 220 Lake St. Housing for the elderly & mobility impaired; all utilities included. Federally subsidized program.

Extremely low income persons encouraged to apply. Income less than $12,400.

570-675-6936, 8 am-4 pm, Mon-Fri. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE

EDWARDSVILLE

1 bedroom, first floor. W/w carpeting, w/d hookup, stove and fridge included. Large porch. Utilities by tenants. 1 year lease. $350/mo + security. No pets.

Credit and background check.

Not section 8 approved.

570-779-5218 EXETER Nice one bedroom first floor apartment with extra room in basement. Washer hookup. Heat & hot water included in rent. References & security required.

Non Smoking. $650 per month. Call Nancy Answini Gilroy Real Estate 570-237-5999

EXETER

Senior Apartments

222 SCHOOLEY AVE. EXETER, PA Accepting applications for 1 bedroom apartments.

Quality apartments for ages 62 and older.

Income limits apply. Rent only $450 month. *Utilities Included *Laundry Facilities *On Site Management *Private parking

Call for appointment 570-654-5733 Equal Housing Opportunity

HANOVER TOWNSHIP

1st floor 2 bedrooms. $545 + security.

Water, sewer & garbage included.

570-332-8922

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EXETER TOWNHOUSE

Wildflower Village Like New! 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath, living room, large dining/kitchen area, Full basement and deck. $690/mo + utilities. No Pets 570-696-4393

FORTY FORT

1 bedroom, 1 bath, 2nd floor + attic, new stove & refrigerator, wash/dryer hook-up, off-street parking. Water & heat included. No pets. 1 year lease, $485/mo + security, credit & background check.

570-947-8097

FORTY FORT 1 BEDROOM, 2ND

FLOOR APT Very nice, quiet, clean, great neighborhood. Hardwood floors, air, washer /dryer with newer appliances, storage. 1st/last/security with one year lease. References required. $650 + utilities. Water/ sewer by owner, no pets, non-smoking.

Call 202-997-9185 for appointment

FORTY FORT

All utilities included.

Clean 4 room 2nd floor. Appliances.

Covered parking.

Non smoking, cat considered, starting at $700/month.

570-714-2017

FORTY FORT

Newly renovated, great neighborhood. 2nd floor.

Non smoking. Oak composite floors, new wall-to-wall carpeting in bedrooms. 4 paddle fans, large bath with shower.

Stove, new fridge & dishwasher. Off street parking, coin-op laundry. $600 + gas, electric & water. References required, no pets.

570-779-4609 or 570-407-3991

FORTY FORT Winterset Estates

Studio Apartment New & charming. $600 per month + security & references required.

Utilities included.

Absolutely no pets.

Call 570-814-1316

FORTY FORT

AMERICA REALTY RENATLS 570-288-1422 Call for specifics, REMODELING IN PROCESS! Efficiencies start at $500 + utilities; 1 bedrooms $625 + utilities; 2 bedrooms $750 + utilities.

All deluxe, built-ins, some fireplaces, carports, enclosed porches.

No Pets, No Smoking, 2 YEAR LEASES, EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATION.

HANOVER TOWNSHIP

Two 1st floor, 1 bedroom apartments.

All utilities included.

No pets. $600 + 1 month security.

(908) 964-1554 HANOVER TWP

BRESLAU

6 room apt. includes heat & water $700 month + utilities & security & references. Refrigerator & stove included.

Parking available.

570-287-8766

HANOVER TWP.

2 to 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, refrigerator & stove, washer/ dryer, single car detached garage, gas heat, no pets. $825/month + electric & 1 month security.

570-760-0612

HARVEYS LAKE

1 or 2 bedroom, LAKE FRONT apartments. Wall to wall, appliances, lake rights, off street parking. No Pets.

Lease, security & references.

570-639-5920

KINGSTON 1st floor, spacious, attractive, 2 bedroom, living room/den, Dining Room, large kitchen, AC, washer/dryer, gas heat, QUIET/SAFE. Ideal for SENIOR DOWNSIZING. $695 + utilities after discount.

No smoking, No pets, No Section 8.

Other Kingston apartments available. 574-9827

KINGSTON

2 bedroom, water included. $590/month.

NO PETS section 8 OK Call 570-817-3332

PLYMOUTH

3 bedrooms,1 bath, $650/per month, Call 570-760-0511

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KINGSTON

2 Deluxe 3 BR apts. 1st floor, 2 baths plus. 2nd floor 1.5 baths & den plus. All appliances, washer/dryer included. Carpeted, A/C, garage, no pets/smoking, lease.

(570)287-1733

KINGSTON

2nd floor unit. 2 bedroom, 2 bath, $525 + utilities. Offstreet parking, deck off bedroom.

Kingston, 3 bedroom, $800 + utilities. 1/2 double. Off street parking, yard, newly remodeled.

Kingston, 1 bedroom, $465 + utilities. 2nd floor, off street parking.

Kingston, 2 bedroom, $510 + utilities. Large apartment with dining & living rooms, new carpeting.

Our Units include sewer, appliances, & maintenance.

References, lease & credit check required. Call 570-899-3407 for information.

KINGSTON 3 bedroom, 1 bath,

large living room, nice kitchen, laundry room with washer/dryer hookup. 3rd floor completely finished (not for use as a bedroom). Our company prides itself on offering very clean homes! This home has newer wall-towall carpeting, fresher paint throughout, remodeled bathroom and more. $795/mo + 1.5 mo security deposit + utilities; no pets; no smoking; credit check, background check.

908.246.9434

KINGSTON

399 - 401 Elm Ave. Quiet convenientneighborhood.

Newly remodeled apartments. 2nd floor, 2 bedroom apts. $600 each + utilities NO PETS, No section 8 housing. References and security required.

570-301-2785

KINGSTON 72 E. W alnut St.

2nd floor. Located in quiet neighborhood.

Kitchen, living room, dining room. Sunroom. Bath. 3 bedrooms; 2 large & 1 small. Lots of closets. Built in linen closet & hutch.

Hardwood and carpeted floors. Fireplace.

Storage room. Yard. Washer / dryer, stove / fridge. Heat and hot water included.

Available August 1.

One year lease + security. $950 570-283-4370

KINGSTON

800 Block Market Street. Ground level, 1st floor, 2 bedroom, refrigerator & stove. $670 to $720/month, includes utilities Security & references. Call Jim at 570-288-3375 or visit www.dream rentals.net KINGSTON Modern 2 bedroom 1 bath. Second floor. $600 + utilities.

Call Darren 570-825-2468

KINGSTON Nice 4 bedroom,

2nd floor. Kitchen newly remodeled.

Gas heat, w/d hookup, large living room with nice front porch. $650 plus security and utilities. References required. Call 570-714-2432 Extension 137

KINGSTON

Townhouse conveniently located on residential street, ultra modern, 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath, large eat-in kitchen, central air, gas heat, off street parking, outside maintenance provided, heat & utilities by tenant, no pets, no smoking, 1 year lease, and 1 month security. Call

ROSEWOOD REALTY LLC

570-287-6822

KINGSTON

Wyoming Avenue 2nd floor, 1 bedroom, appliances included, no pets. $450 + utilities. Call 570-287-9631 or 570-696-3936

KINGSTON Wyoming Avenue

2nd floor, 1 bedroom, appliances, laundry room. $490 + electric. Security & references.

No pets.

570-696-1600

LUZERNE 1/2 DOUBLE

3 bedrooms, nice neighborhood. Off street parking. $625 Call 570-441-4101

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LARKSVILLE 2 bedroom, 1 Bath

$725. Double Security.

Brand New Hardwood & Tile Floors. Dishwasher, Washer/Dryer. Must see to appreciate!

Quality, Affordable Housing.

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BOVO Rentals 570-328-9984

LARKSVILLE

236 Nesbitt St. 2nd floor. 2 bedroom, washer/ dryer/stove & fridge included. $500/ month + security.

No pets. Some utilities by tenant. Must be seen! Call after 9:00 am 570-574-1909

LUZERNE

1 bedroom, wall to wall, off-street parking, coin laundry, water, sewer & garbage included. $495/ month + security & lease. HUD accepted. Call 570-687-6216 or 570-954-0727

LUZERNE

3 bedrooms, 1 bath, washer/dryer hookup, off-street parking, no pets, yard. $650/month + 1 month security & utilities. Call 570-817-0410

LUZERNE Available 09/01/12 2nd floor, small 1 bedroom. Gas heat. $435. Some utilities included.

Lease, security. No pets. 570-220-6533 after 6pm

Need to rent that Vacation property?

Place an ad and get started!

570-829-7130

MOUNTAIN TOP

1 Bedroom apartments for elderly, disabled. Rents based on 30% of ADJ gross income.

Handicap Accessible. Equal Housing Opportunity. TTY711 or 570-474-5010 This institution is an equal opportunity provider & employer.

MOUNTAIN TOP WOODBRYN 1 & 2 Bedroom.

No pets. Rents based on income start at $405 & $440. Handicap Accessible.

Equal Housing Opportunity. 570474-5010 TTY711 This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

NANTICOKE 2 bedroom, wall to

wall carpet, offstreet parking, $495 per month+ utilities, security, lease.

HUD accepted. Call 570-687-6216 or 570-954-0727

NANTICOKE East State Street

Immaculate 2 bedroom apartment on 1st floor. All appliances. New carpets, washer/dryer hook-up, Ample storage. Backyard.

No smokers, no pets. $585 per month includes water, garbage and sewer.

Call (570) 239-2741

NANTICOKE Huge 1st floor, 1

bedroom apartment.

Hardwood floors.

Full kitchen. Large dining room. No pets, no smoking. $450. Water, sewer & trash included.

570-709-2342

NANTICOKE

Roomy, 2 bedroom, new carpeting, clean. $520/month, + utilities, security & references.

Garbage included.

Section 8 Approved Call 570-815-2265

NANTICOKE/SHEATOWN

121 Thomas Street 1 bedroom, 2nd floor, eat-in kitchen with appliances, shared yard and porch, washer/dryer hook-up $375 + security, no pets, no smoking Tenant pays electric, water, and oil heat & garbage. $375/per month, Call (570)814-1356

PARSONS

2nd floor, 2 bedrooms, washer, dryer, fridge, stove & heat included. $685/month + security. no pets.

Call 570-332-9355

PITTSTON

2nd floor, 2 bedrooms, living room, eat in kitchen.

Stove, garbage disposal, fridge, washer & dryer included.

Carpeted & newly painted, air. Trash & sewer paid. Off street parking for 1 car. No smoking.

No pets. $575 + utilities, security & 1st month.

570-696-1485 Leave Message

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KINGSTON 2 BEDROOM

LUXURY APARTMENT WITH A PARK VIEW…. this totally renovated & gutted space is within walking distance to downtown Wilkes-Barre & Kirby Park – brand new everything! Tiled eat in kitchen, tiled bath, ceiling fans, closets, & a screened porch… $795/month includes heat…

Call Pat Today!!!

Smith Hourigan Group 570 287-1196

PITTSTON

3 bedrooms, 1 bath, living room, dining room, full kitchen, laundry room, off street parking, 1st floor, landlord pays garbage, available immediately $650/month Call Steve at (570)468-2488

PITTSTON

3 room apartment, 2nd floor, wall to wall carpet, off street parking.

Enclosed porch. $450/month + utilities & security. No pets. 570-655-1222

PITTSTON

CLEAN & SPACIOUS 4 room apt. 2nd floor, stove & refrigerator, off street parking.

Water, sewer & garbage included.

Non smokers & no pets. $575/month.

570-655-2567

PITTSTON Large 3 bedroom 2nd floor apartment.

Includes refrigerator, range, washer dryer hookup.

Sewer & trash. $575 + security.

Call Bernie 1-888-244-2714

PITTSTON

MUST SEE! 1st floor, 2 bedroom, quiet area.

No Pets. No smoking. $525/month + security & utilities.

Call 570-357-1383

PITTSTON TOWNSHIP 1 bedroom. Stove, fridge.

Laundry hookup.

1 year lease.

No pets. $375 + utilities. Call 570-237-0968

PLAINS

2 bedroom, 2nd floor, off street parking, large living space, washer/ dryer hook up. $450/month + utilities. No pets or smoking. Call 570-820-8822

PLAINS

Modern 2nd floor 2 bedroom. 1 bath, Kitchen with appliances. new carpeting. Convenient location. No smoking. No pets. $550/month plus utilities.

570-714-9234

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SUGAR NOTCH Very spacious,

sprawling & nice 6 room apartment in nice building. 1,215 sq. ft. overall. Has 5 closets & large linen closet in a very large bathroom. Gas heat, water, cooking gas & sewer all included. Close to I-81, mall & only 3 miles to Central Wilkes-Barre.Lease. $685/monthly.

570-650-3803

WEST PITTSTON

1 bedroom, stove & dishwasher, washer/dryer hookup, off-street parking, totally remodeled.

Water paid. $550/month, plus utilities, 1st & security. 570-299-7103

WEST PITTSTON

2 bedroom half double. 2 baths. Stove, fridge.

Laundry hookup. No pets. 1 year lease. $575 + utilities. Call 570-237-0968

WEST PITTSTON

2nd floor, 4 rooms.

Hardwood floors.

Heat and hot water included. No pets. $650 + security.

Call 570-479-4069

To place your ad call...829-7130 WEST PITTSTON Out of flood area Charming, large, 4 rooms, 2nd floor, living room, den, new eat in kitchen, all appliances Includes heat, off street parking, w/d hookup, garbage. $585/month, lease and security 570-328-0784 West Pittston, Pa. GARDEN VILLAGE APARTMENTS 221 Fremont St. Housing for the elderly & mobility impaired; all utilities included. Federally subsidized program. Extremely low income persons encouraged to apply. Income less than $12,400.

570-655-6555, 8 am-4 pm, Monday-Friday.

EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE

WILKES-BARRE

Mayflower Crossing Apartments 570.822.3968 2, 3 & 4 Bedrooms

PLYMOUTH

2 bedrooms, 1 bath, $450/month + 1st & last months rent.

Utilities & Security.

No pets.

570-417-3427

PLYMOUTH Large, spacious 1 or 2 bedroom. Appliances and utilities included. Off street parking. $595. Call 570-704-8134

PLYMOUTH

Newly renovated 2 bedroom. 1st floor.

Kitchen appliances, w/d, heat hot water and sewer included.

Air, small fenced in yard, Borough inspected. First, last security. $700/mo 570-332-7332 570-287-3935

PITTSTON AREA

2nd floor, 2 bedroom, washer dryer hook up, heat & hot water included.

No pets.

Call (570)654-2433

SCRANTON

2 spacious apartments available. 2 bedrooms each, choose from 2nd or 3rd floor. $600 $750.

Close to Marywood & Scranton U. No smoking, no pets. Call 570-341-5859

SCRANTON/SOUTH Basement apart-

ment. 3 small rooms & bath.

Water, sewer & garbage included. $400/month, security & references.

570-702-2316

* WILKES-BARRE * 1, 2 or 3 bedroom.

Heat & hot water included. Rent based on income.

Call 570-472-9118

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WILKES-BARRE

LAFAYETTE GARDENS

SAVE MONEY THIS YEAR! 113 Edison St. Quiet neighborhood.

2 bedroom apartments available for immediate occupancy. Heat & hot water included. $625 Call Aileen at 570-822-7944

WILKES-BARRE LODGE Formerly The Travel Lodge 497 Kidder St., Wilkes-Barre Rooms Starting at: Daily $44.99 + tax Weekly $189.99 + tax Microwave, Refrigerator, WiFi, HBO 570-823-8881 www.Wilkes BarreLodge.com

WILKES-BARRE

WILKES-BARRE Renovated One Bedroom 216 Carlisle St. Available 8/1. May be used as two bedroom. New refrigerator, stove.

New floors, carpets. Ceiling fans. Fresh paint. $600 mo. $600 security. Call 215565-6761 or email alexandervending @gmail.com

WILKES-BARRE SOUTH SECURE BUILDINGS

1 & 2 bedroom apartments.

Starting at $440 and up. References required. Section 8 OK 570-357-0712

WILKES-BARRE

Spotless Large 2 bedroom, lots of storage, dishwasher, $725/ month includes all utilities except electric. No pets. Lease. References.

Security.

570-709-8183

1-3+ Bedrooms Wyoming Valley Apartments

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WILKES-BARRE Walking distance to

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WILKES-BARRE West River St.

Certain Restrictions Apply*

WILKES-BARRE / KINGSTON Efficiency 1 & 2

bedrooms. Includes all utilities, parking, laundry. No pets.

From $390 to $675.

Lease, security & references.

570-970-0847 WILKES-BARRE / PARSONS Spacious 3 bedroom 3rd floor apartment.

Large eat-in kitchen. Close to casino. $700 / month + water & cooking gas. Call 570-793-9449

WILKES-BARRE

1st floor, Convenient location, Out of flood zone, 2 bedroom, living room, washer/dryer hook-up, heat & water included.

Yard, lease, $635/month, 1st, last, security, references and background check.

No pets.

(570)822-4302

Large 2, 3, & 4 bedroom apartments. Heat & hot water included. Balcony. Off street parking. Washer dyer hookup. Pets OK. $855 - $950.

Call 570-237-0124

WILKES-BARRE/ SOUTH 1st floor, 4 rooms

with bath, offstreet parking. Prefer no pets., $525 month + security & references. Heat & water paid. 570357-3471

WILKES-BARRE/NORTH N. W S .

ASHINGTON

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2 BEDROOM AVAILABLE NOW!!

Recently renovated, spacious, wood floors, all kitchen appliances included, parking available.

2 bedroom $500 + utilities. Call Agnes 570-793-9449 570-540-5312

971 Vacation & Resort Properties

WILKES-BARRE Bank Street

1 bedroom apartment. Shower only.

Tenant supplies own fridge. $550/month all utilities include.

First, last & security.

Call Manager at 570-825-8997

WYOMING

Clean & efficient 1st floor 1 bedroom.

Includes stove, fridge, sewer & garbage. Laundry facilities. Private setting. Security & references. No pets, non smoking. $535/month. Call (570) 466-4176 or (570) 388-6468

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DOLPHIN PLAZA

Rte. 315 2,400 Sq. Ft. professional office space with beautiful view of Valley & Casino. will divide office / retail Call 570-829-1206 KINGSTON

PITTSTON

OFFICE SPACE $1,000/MONTH

Attractive modern office space. 2 suites available.

Suite A-4 offices, plus restroom and storage includes utilities, 700 sq. ft. $650/month Suite B-2, large offices, 2 average size offices, plus restroom and storage plus utilities, 1,160 sq. ft. Call Charlie 570-829-6200

183 Market St. Office space available in beautifully renovated professional building.

Great high traffic location! 2 separate offices with large reception area.

Bonus use of conference room MLS 12-1049 $1000 per month Mark R. Mason 570-331-0982 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

MODERN OFFICE SPACE WEST PITTSTON

OFF STREET PARKING INCLUDED Suite 1– 725 sq ft Utilities included Suite 2– 1,450 sq ft Utilities included Units are unfinished & can be fit out to your specifications.

Call: 570-655-3329 – Extension 2 Margie

PITTSTON COOPERS CO-OP

Lease Space Available, Light manufacturing, warehouse, office, includes all utilities with free parking.

I will save you money!

971 Vacation & Resort Properties

$50 off Promotion Available Now!

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Commercial Properties

DALLAS

COMMERCIAL BUILDING FOR LEASE

3593 MEMORIAL HIGHWAY (RT. 315) 2625 SF BUILDING FOR OFFICE OR BUSINESS SOME UTILITIES INCLUDED AVAILABLE 9/1/12 CALL JOHN 690-0610

950

Half Doubles

KINGSTON

76 S. Landon Ave. 3 bedrooms, newly renovated, all appliances, washer / dryer hookup, no pets. Spacious rooms, great location! $700/month + utilities & 1 month security. Available September.

570-881-5747

NANTICOKE

4 rooms, 2 bedrooms, 1 bath. $465/month + security & utilities.

Sewer and trash included.

570-735-0258

NANTICOKE

RETAIL / OFFICE

1188 Wyoming Ave Forty Fort, PA This unique 2,800 Sq Ft. interior (Circa 1879), Features 10’ Ceilings, Distinctive chandeliers, Two fireplaces. French door entrances.

Large parking lot.

Handicap accessible. Central a/c, Hardwood floors.

Signage is perfectly positioned on the 179’ frontage. Over 15,000 vehicles pass daily. Call

570-706-5308

315 PLAZA 1,750 SQ. FT. & 2,400 SQ.FT OFFICE/RETAIL 570-829-1206

WILKES BARRE

228 Wilkes-Barre Twp. Blvd.

Prime retail or office space in a highly active shopping plaza in close proximity to Price Shopper and Wegman's, 1500 sq. ft. available in end unit.Plenty of parking. Prominent marquee signage available. $1250/month Call Geri,570-696-0888 Lewith & Freeman R.E. 570-696-2075.

WILKES-BARRE

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Commercial Properties

Commercial Properties

ASHLEY

Beauty Salon, 400 square feet, ample parking, 350.00 + utilities. Call 570824-5586 leave message.

(315) 375-8962 www.blacklake4fish.com daveroll@blacklakemarine.com

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Commercial Properties

Come relax & enjoy great fishing & tranquility at it’s finest.

Housekeeping cottages on the water with all the amenities of home.

WILKES-BARRE

307-309 South St E. 2 bedroom apartment, available now, 1 bath, new carpet, ceramic tile in kitchen & bath, 6x8 porch, landlord pays heat & water.

NO HOOKUPS, NO PETS. $650 /month, 1st month & security required.

Call Manny 718-946-8738 or 917-295-6254

WILKES-BARRE 1 bedroom water included 2 bedroom water included 2 bedroom single family 5 bedroom large 2 bedroom, heat & water included 3 bedroom, half double, immaculate condition 3 bedroom single PITTSTON Large 1 bedroom water included AVOCA 3 Bedroom, water included HANOVER TWP. 2 Bedroom half double McDermott & McDermott Real Estate Inc. Property Management 570-821-1650 (direct line) Mon-Fri. 8-7pm Sat. 8-noon

BLACK LAKE, NY

WILKES-BARRE

3 bedroom, 1 bath apartment near General Hospital. $575 utilities, first, last & security deposit. No pets.

570-417-3427

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WILKES-BARRE TWP.

Wilkes University, minutes from King’s Newly renovated.

Most utilities included. Professional on site management.

Off street parking.

Starting at $515.

866-466-0501 or leasing-cumberland @rentberger.com

www.mayflower crossing.com

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Parsons Section 2nd floor, 1 bedroom, wall to wall, new stove & fridge.

Heat, hot water, sewer & trash included. $475. No pets. Non smoking.

References & security. 570-823-0864 or 570-817-1855

- Light & bright open floor plans - All major appliances included - Pets welcome* - Close to everything - 24 hour emergency maintenance - Short term leases available

PLAINS

Newly remodeled, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, offstreet parking, gas heat, washer/dryer & gas hook-up. No pets. for further details, Call (570)823-8035 or (570)822-4701

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Large 3 bedroom half double. Front porch, lovely rear yard, off street parking. Newly renovated. New kitchen, bathroom & appliances including washer/dryer. Clean attic and basement for storage or workshop. $750 + utilities Call 570-881-0320

Let the Community Know!

Place your Classified Ad TODAY! 570-829-7130

SWOYERSVILLE

Large, newly remodeled 3 bedroom. Stove, dishwasher, washer/ dryer hook up, off street parking. No pets. $600/month + utilities. Call 570-301-7723

WEST PITTSTON

4 Nassau St. HALF DOUBLE 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, living room, kitchen, dining room, off street parking, quiet neighborhoodWyoming Area School District. NO PETS, NO SMOKERS, $625/ + utilities & security Call Mike 570-760-1418

WEST PITTSTON

MAINTENANCE FREE!

One block to elementary school.

3 Bedrooms.

Off-Street Parking No Smoking. $700 + utilities, security, last month.

570-885-4206

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CEDAR VILLAGE

Apartment Homes

16-18 Linden St. Professional office space for lease near General Hospital. Ideally suited for medical offices.

Other possible uses would include a deli style restaurant.

MLS 12-1052 $1200 per month Mark R. Mason 570-331-0982 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

WILKES-BARRE

BEST $1 SQ. FT. LEASES YOU’LL EVER SEE! Warehouse, distribution, storage, light manufacturing.

Gas heat, sprinklers, overhead doors, parking for 30 cars.

Yes, that $1 sq.ft. lease!

We have 9,000 sq.ft., 27,000 sq.ft., and 13,000 sq. ft.

Can combine.

There is nothing this good!

Call Larry @ 570-696-4000 or 570-430-1565

950

Half Doubles

DUPONT Completely remodeled, modern 2 bedroom 1/2 double.

Lots of closet space, with new carpets and completely repainted.

Includes stove, refrigerator, washer/dryer hook up.

Nice yard & neighborhood, no pets. $595 + security. Call 570-899-8877 HUGHESTOWN Clean & bright 2 bedroom 1/2 double in a quiet residential neighborhood.

Off street parking.

Stove included.

Washer/Dryer hookup. No pets.

No smoking. $625/month + utilities & security. References required.

Available Aug 1.

570-760-9323

Ask About Our Summer Specials! $250 Off 1st Months Rent, &

$250 Off

Security Deposit With Good Credit.

1 BEDROOM STARTING @ $765

FEATURING

Washer & Dryer Central Air Fitness Center Swimming Pool Easy Access to I-81

Mon – Fri. 9 –5 44 Eagle Court Wilkes-Barre, PA 18706 (Off Route 309)

570-823-8400 cedarvillage@ affiliatedmgmt.com

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950

Half Doubles

WILKES-BARRE

1/2 double. 3 bedrooms. Wall to wall carpeting, washer / dryer hookup.

Fenced in yard. $475 plus utilities and security. Call 570-472-2392

WILKES-BARRE

3 bedroom 1/2 double. Nice neighborhood. Wall/wall carpet. Washer/dryer hookup. Fenced Yard. No Pets. $700 + utilities.

Security & references. Call after 5.

570-822-8657

WILKES-BARRE

Academy Street Well maintained in move-in condition. 6 room house with 3 bedrooms & 1 1/2 baths. Gas forced air heat. No pets. 1 year lease. Credit check.$625 + utilities & security. Call 908-510-3879

WILKES-BARRE

Parsons Section 3 bedroom half double. Off street parking. Pets welcome. $550/month Credit/Criminal check required. Call 570-266-5333

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BACK MOUNTAIN Village at Greenbriar

Carefree living in gated community.

1340-sf condo with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1-car garage. $1,375/ month, plus utilities. Maintenance fee included in rent.

One year lease required.

Amenities include: swimming pool, tennis court and clubhouse.

570-690-1120

DRUMS BEACH MOUNTAIN LAKES 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, A/C, fireplace, rec room $1200/per month, plus utilities, Call (570)793-4262

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Wilkeswood Apartments 1 & 2 BR Apts

2 & 3 BR Townhomes

570-822-2711

www.liveatwilkeswood.com KINGSTON

SDK GREEN ACRES HOMES 11 Holiday Drive

Kingston “A Place To Call Home” Spacious 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Arts.

3 Bedroom Townhomes Gas heat included

FREE

24 hr. on-site Gym Community Room Swimming Pool Maintenance FREE Controlled Access Patio/Balcony and much more...

570-288-9019

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EAST MOUNTAIN APARTMENTS The good life... close at hand

Regions Best Address

• 1 & 2 Bedroom Apts.

• 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Apts.

822-4444

www.EastMountainApt.com

288-6300

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IN THE HEART OF WILKES-BARRE

1 BEDROOM APARTMENTS AVAILABLE

MARTIN D. POPKY APARTMENTS 61 E. Northampton St. Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701

• Affordable Senior Apartments • Income Eligibility Required • Utilities Included!

• Low cable rates; • New appliances; • Laundry on site; • Activities! •Curbside Public Transportation

Please call 570-825-8594 D/TTY 800-654-5984

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BACK MTN 3 Bedroom, 1 bath Ranch with a Finished Basement and lots of storage.

Indoor Heated Pool and New Kitchen Cabinets and appliances. Large Yard. $ 750 per month + utilities + security deposit.

570-335-6079

HUNLOCK CREEK Executive 2 story quality 4 bedroom home on 18 wooded acres in private setting. Quality construction with too many features to list. $1500/month + utilities. 1 year lease required.

Call Dale for Specifics.

570-256-3343 FIVE MOUNTAINS REALTY

DALLAS

INKERMAN JENKINS TWP. HOUSE FOR RENT

19 Richard Drive Great 3 bed, 2 bath townhome with open kitchen & wonderful deck $1,250/month plus utilities.

MLS#11-64 570-696-3801 Call Margy 570-696-0891

3-BEDROOMS, 1 BATH WASHER, DRYER HOOKUP, LARGE YARD OFF STREET PARKING $575.00 PER MONTH + UTILITIES. SECURITY & LEASE REQUIRED 570-735-1047

KINGSTON near school, 3 bed-

DALLAS

2 bedroom, 2 bath, 1500sq home for rent, close to Misericordia & DHS. House is very clean, and ready to move in. Washer, dryer, stove, refrigerator, & microwave included. Asking $1000 per month.

Call 570-814-0707

DALLAS

rooms, 1.5 baths, all appliances, fenced yard, off street parking, deck, beautiful home. $975/month, 1st, last & security.

Senior discount.

Call 570-714-3693

MOUNTAINTOP Available

September 1st. 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, Dining room, washer/dryer included. Small pets negotiable, no cats. $900/per month+ utilities. Background check, security deposit, Call 570-868-3585

PITTSTON

8 Lackawanna Avenue 5 bedroom house, 2 full baths, $1500/month plus utilities. Call Steve at 973-580-5296

EXETER Wildflower Village

3 bedroom Townhouse, end unit with garage. Gas heat heat, central a/c,kitchen with appliances.Hardwood floors, fenced yard. No smoking, Approved pets allowed with security $1200/mo + utilities + security.

570-407-3600

HARVEY’S LAKE

Charming single family home. 2 bedrooms plus office.

Large kitchen. $1200/mo + utilities.

Lake access included. Year lease and credit check.

Call Mark 570-406-8195 HARVEY’S LAKE

3300 Square foot lake front home, has 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, modern kitchen, living room with fireplace that opens to dining room. Sitting room in the corner off the kitchen. $2,250/month + utilities. Call Kevin at 696-5420

SMITH HOURIGAN 570-696-1195

Harveys Lake

Recently updated house, 5 bedrooms, 2 baths, washer/dryer hook-up, large living/family room, 1200/month + utilities and $1200 security deposit.

Call Nancy @ 570-639-5688

HUDSON

SINGLE HOUSE 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, stove, washer/ dryer hookup. $675/month, plus utilities & 1 month security.

570-825-5451

2 bedrooms, 1 bath, newly remodeled, all new carpeting, washer/dryer hookup, off-street parking. $650/per month plus security, tenant pays utilities. Call 570-883-1463, 570-654-6737 or 570-362-4019

PLAINS 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, off street parking, yard/patio $800/per month Call 570-823-4503

SHAVERTOWN Beautiful, meticu-

lous contemporary 1 bedroom. Gas heat, air, fully furnished, fireplace, hardwood & tile flooring, carpeting.

Carport & lovely garden. Most utilities included. $1,000/month.

Please call 570-881-0320

MOUNTAINTOP

S. Mountain Blvd.

Brick ranch with living & dining rooms, kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths & 2 car garage. I year lease required. $1,2000/month + utilities. Call Dave @ 570-474-6307 or 570-715-7750

Smith Hourigan Group

WEST PITTSTON 1/2 double, 7 rooms

& bath, hardwood floors, natural wood work, garage. Great neighborhood. Nonsmokers. No pets.

Call 570-655-2195

WILKES-BARRE

3 bedroom house, large backyard, $700 per month plus utilities. Call 570-817-3191

953 Houses for Rent

WILKES-BARRE Safe

Neighborhood Two 2-3 bedroom properties $595-$625 Plus all utilities, security & background check.

No pets.

570-766-1881

WYOMING TOWNHOUSE

2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, living/dining combination, refrigerator & stove, washer/dryer hookup, off-street parking, no pets.

Gas heat with central air. Front & back porches. $675/month + utilities, security & 1st month.

570-655-8928

962

Rooms

KINGSTON HOUSE Nice, clean furnished room, starting at $340.

Efficiency at $450 month furnished with all utilities included. Off street parking.

570-718-0331

Room for rent. $300 per month, plus utilities. Please call 570-817-7817

LINEUP ASUCCESSFULSALE INCLASSIFIED! Doyouneedmorespace?

A yard or garage sale in classified is the best way tocleanoutyourclosets!

You’re in bussiness with classified!

965

Roommate Wanted

Roommate to share a 3 bedroom apartment $300, includes heat & electric.

570-793-4462

974 Wanted to Rent Real Estate

LOOKING TO RENT..

In West Pittston, Wyoming, Jenkins Twp., Pittston Twp. or Exeter. 2 bedroom apartment or house. Call 570-822-0360 or 570-908-9061

Collect Cash.

Not Dust.

Sell it in The Times Leader Classified section.

WILKES-BARRE TWP.

Behind VA hospital.

65 Northampton Court. 3 bedroom 1.5 bath Townhouse Sunroom, kitchen appliances, parking $800 + utilities.

570-497-6060

Professional Services Directory

1006

A/C & Refrigeration Services

STRISH A/C

Ductless / Central Air Conditioning Free Estimates Licensed & Insured 570-332-0715

1024

Building & Remodeling

1st. Quality Construction Co.

Roofing, siding, gutters, insulation, decks, additions, windows, doors, masonry & concrete.

Insured & Bonded.

Senior Citizens Discount!

State Lic. # PA057320

570-606-8438 ALL OLDER HOMES SPECIALIST 825-4268.

Remodel / repair, Windows & Doors DAVE JOHNSON Expert Bathroom & Room Remodeling, Carpentry & Whole House Renovations.

Licensed &Insured

Call 829-7130 to place an ad.

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1039

Chimney Service

CHIMNEY REPAIRS Parging. Stucco.

Stainless Liners.

Cleanings. Custom Sheet Metal Shop.

570-383-0644 1-800-943-1515 Call Now!

COZY HEARTH CHIMNEY

ALL CHIMNEY REPAIR Chimney Cleaning, Rebuilding, Repair, Stainless Steel Lining, Parging, Stucco, Caps, Etc. Free Estimates Senior Discounts Licensed-Insured 1-888-680-7990 570-840-0873

1042

Cleaning & Maintainence

Connie’s Cleaning 15 years experience Bonded & Insured Residential Cleaning Connie Mastruzzo Brutski - Owner 570-430-3743 Connie does the cleaning!

HOUSEKEEPING

NICHOLS CONSTRUCTION

I am dependable & professional. Flexible rates and hours.

Supplies provided.

References Available 570-357-1951

PR BUILDERS

Northeast Janitorial Services,LLC Commercial and Residential Cleaning.

FREE ESTIMATES 570-237-2193

570-819-0681

All Types Of Work New or Remodeling Licensed & Insured Free Estimates 570-406-6044 Any and all types of remodeling from windows to design build renovations.

Handyman Services also, Electric, Plumbing, Building.

PA license 048740 accepts Visa & Mastercard call 570-826-0919

ROOFING, SIDING, DECKS, WINDOWS

For All of Your Remodeling Needs.

Will Beat Any Price 25 Yrs. Experience Ref. Ins. Free Est. 570-332-7023 Or 570-855-2506

Shedlarski Construction H I OME MPROVEMENT SPECIALIST

Licensed, insured & PA registered.

Kitchens, baths, vinyl siding & railings, replacement windows & doors, additions, garages, all phases of home renovations.

Free Estimates 570-287-4067

SPRING BUILDING/ REMODELING?

Call the Building Industry Association for a list of qualified members

call 287-3331 or go to

www.bianepa.com

1039

Chimney Service

A-1 1 ABLE CHIMNEY Rebuild & Repair Chimneys. All types of Masonry.

Liners Installed, Brick & Block, Roofs & Gutters.

Licensed & Insured 570-735-2257

WILKES-BARRE

3 bedrooms, close to Kings and downtown. Includes range & fridge. $695/month, first, last & security.

Tenant pays heat, electric & water.

Call 718-877-7436 or 718-791-5252

CALL AN EXPERT

WILKES-BARRE

Newly renovated. single home with large fenced yard, detached garage off street parking, 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, living & dining rooms, hardwood floors, air, security system, appliances. $750/ month, + utilities, 1st, last, security, references & credit check. No pets.

Immediate Occupancy.

570-606-5143

CAVUTO CHIMNEY SERVICE

& Gutter Cleaning Free Estimates Insured 570-709-2479 Say it HERE in the Classifieds!

570-829-7130

1054

Concrete & Masonry

A STEP-UP MASONRY

Brick, block, concrete, pavers. Specializing in stone.

Free Estimates.

Licensed & Insured.

Senior Discount. Call 570-702-3225

C&C MASONRY & CONCRETE

Absolutely free estimates. Masonry & concrete work.

Specializing in foundations, repairs and rebuilding. Footers floors, driveways.

570-766-1114 570-346-4103 PA084504

COVERT & SONS CONCRETE CO.

Call for summer special.

Discounts for vets & seniors 570-696-3488 or 570-239-2780

D. Pugh Concrete

All phases of masonry & concrete. Small jobs welcome.

Senior discount.

Free estimates.

Licensed & Insured 288-1701/655-3505

H O S CONSTRUCTION

Licensed - Insured Certified - Masonry Concrete - Roofing Quality Craftsmanship Guaranteed Unbeatable Prices Senior Citizen Discounts Free Estimates 570-574-4618 or 570-709-3577 JM OLEJNICK MASONRY All phases of concrete, masonry & construction. Free Estimates. Licensed & Insured. Call 570-288-6862

Williams & Franks Inc

Masonry - Concrete Brick-Stonework.

Chimneys-Stucco” “NO JOB TOO SMALL” “Damage repair specialist” 570-466-2916

1057Construction & Building

1132

DOUBLE D’s D’s Best Construction Co General Contractors. We do all types of work, including concrete, stucco, sidewalks, patios, & all general construction.

“We do it all” Call anytime at 570-991-7670 or 570-690-2642 and ask for Dave.

VICTORY HANDYMAN SERVICE You Name It, We Can Do it.

Over 30 Years Experience in General Construction Licensed & Insured 570-313-2262

FATHER & SON CONSTRUCTION Interior & Exterior Remodeling Jobs of All Sizes 570-814-4578 570-709-8826 G&J Welding & Pressure Washing Mobile Service ICC Bumpers for trucks & trailers Headache racks & bed rails for pickups 570-855-8364

GARAGE DOOR

Sales, service, installation & repair.

FULLY INSURED HIC# 065008 CALL JOE 570-735-8551 Cell 606-7489

1078

Dry Wall

MIRRA DRYWALL

1135

Handyman Services

Hauling & Trucking

AA1AAlways C L E Ahauling, NING

cleaning attics, cellar, garage, one piece or whole Estate, also available 10 & 20 yard dumpsters.655-0695 592-1813or287-8302 AAA CLEANING A1 GENERAL HAULING Cleaning attics, cellars, garages.

Demolitions, Roofing & Tree Removal.

Free Est. 779-0918 or 542-5821; 814-8299 A.S.A.P Hauling Estate Cleanouts, Attics, Cellars, Garages, we’re cheaper than dumpsters!.

Free Estimates, Same Day! 570-822-4582

ALL KINDS OF HAULING & JUNK REMOVAL SPRING CLEAN UP!

Hanging & Finishing Textured Ceilings Licensed & Insured Free Estimates

Electrical

GRULA ELECTRIC LLC

Licensed, Insured, No job too small.

570-829-4077

SLEBODA ELECTRIC Master electrician Licensed & Insured Service Changes & Replacements.

Generator Installs.

868-4469

1093

Excavating

EXCAVATING/MODULAR HOMES

Foundations, land clearing, driveways, storm drainage, blacktop repair, etc.

Free Estimates 570-332-0077

1099

Fencing & Decks

DECK BUILDERS Of Northeast

Contracting Group.

We build any type, size and design, concrete, patios, driveways, sidewalks. If the deck of your choice is not completed within 5 days, then your deck is free!

570-338-2269

1105 Floor Covering Installation

HARDWOOD FLOOR

REFINISHING & INSTALLATION Recoat your hardwood floors starting at $1.25 / SQ FT Free Estimates 570-793-4994

1129 Gutter Repair & Cleaning

GUTTER CLEANING

Window Cleaning Pressure washing Insured 570-288-6794

1132

Handyman Services

DOPainting, IT ALL HANDYMAN drywall,

plumbing & all types of interior & exterior home repairs.

570-829-5318

y Place an ad HERE 570-829-7130

ARE YOU TIRED OF BEING RAKED? Specializing In Trimming and Shaping of Bushes, Shrubs, Trees.

Also, Bed Cleanup, Edging, Mulch and Stone.

Call Joe. 570-823-8465 Meticulous and Affordable.

F ree E stimates

JAY’S LAWN SERVICE

Summer clean-ups, mowing, mulching and more!

Free Estimates 570-574-3406 O’NEIL’S Landscaping, Lawn Maintenance,Cleanups, shrub trimming, 20 years experience.

Fully Insured 570-885-1918 TOUGH BRUSH & TALL GRASS Mowing, edging, mulching, shrubs & hedge shaping.

Tree pruning. Garden tilling. Summer Clean Ups. Weekly & bi-weekly lawn care.

Fully Insured.

20+ years experience Free Estimates 570-829-3261 TREE REMOVAL Stump Grinding, Hazard Tree Removal, Grading, Drainage, Lot Clearing, Stone/ Soil Delivery. Insured.

Reasonable Rates 570-574-1862

1183

Masonry

ATIE’S CONSTRUCTION

570-675-3378

1084

1162 Landscaping/ Garden

TREE/SHRUB REMOVAL REMOVAL DEMOLITION Estate Cleanout Free Estimates 24 HOUR SERVICE SMALL AND LARGE JOBS! 570-823-1811 570-239-0484 ALWAYS READY HAULING Property & Estate Cleanups, Attics, Cellars, Yards, Garages, Construction Sites, Flood Damage & More.

CHEAPER THAN A DUMPSTER!!

SAME DAY SERVICE Free Estimates 570-301-3754

Mike’s $5-Up

Junk, trash from houses & garage.

Top to Bottom

826-1883 472-4321 1156

Insurance

HEY BOOMERS CHECK THIS OUT!!

Turning 65?

Going on Medicare? Need Medicare Supplement Insurance?

We also offer long/short term care coverage, life insurance, and annuities for nursing home care that pay 6.7% You have questions, we have answers!

570-580-0797

www.babyboom broker.com

50 Years Experience Stone mason, stucco, pre-cast stone, paving, custom cover & design.

570-301-8200

OLD Voted TIME MASONRY #1

MasonryContractor Let A Real Mason Bid Your Project!

Brick, Block, Concrete, Stone, Chimney & Stucco Repair, Retaining Walls, Patio & Pavers, Stamped & Colored Concrete, etc.

Fully Insured.

570-466-0879

oldtimemasonry.com

STEVE WARNER Masonry/Concrete Custom Work Small Jobs & Repairs. Free estimates. Lic. & Ins. 570-561-5245

1189 Miscellaneous Service

VITO’S & GINO’S

Wanted:

ALL JUNK CARS & TRUCKS Highest Prices Paid!!

FREE PICKUP

288-8995 1195

Movers

BestDarnMovers Moving Helpers Call for Free Quote.

We make moving easy.

BestDarnMovers.com 570-852-9243

Boat? Car? Truck?

Motorcycle? Airplane? Whatever it Motorcycle for sale? is, sell it with a Let them see it here Classified ad. in the Classifieds!

570-829-7130 570-829-7130

1204

Painting & Wallpaper

ALL PHASE PAINT COMPANY

Aluminium Siding Refinishing Experts You Name It, We Know How to Paint It! Over 30 Years Experience 570-313-2262 JACOBOSKY PAINTING Power Washing, Quality Painting, Affordable prices, $50.00 off with this ad.

Free Estimates.

570-328-5083 Laird’s Renovation & Remodeling Painting and powerwashing, We repair chimneys-custom design, no job too big or too small Wyoming,PA Plaster patch, drywall repair. We fix cracks. Fully insured, 25 years experience 570-693-1793 cell 570-690-8536

M. PARALIS PAINTING

Int/ Ext. painting, Power washing.

Professional work at affordable rates.

Free estimates.

570-288-0733

1252

Roofing & Siding

ABSOLUTELY FREE ESTIMATES E-STERN CO. 30 year architec tural shingles. Do Rip off & over the top. Fully Insured PA014370 570-760-7725 or 570-341-7411 EVERHART CONSTRUCTION Roofing, siding, gutters, chimney repairs & more.

Free Estimates, Lowest Prices 570-855-5738

GILROY construction

Your Roofing Specialist Free Estimates No Payment ‘til Job is 100% Complete 570-829-0239

H O S CONSTRUCTION Roofing specialist, call today and save $$$ 570-574-4618

J & F CONSTRUCTION All types of roofing.

Repairs & Installation 25 Years Experience Licensed/Insured Free Estimates Reliable Service 570-855-4259

J.R.V. ROOFING

Serra Painting Book Now For Summer & Save. All Work Guaranteed Satisfaction.

30 Yrs. Experience Powerwash & Paint Vinyl, Wood, Stucco Aluminum.

Free Estimates You Can’t Lose!

570-822-3943

WITKOSKY PAINTING

Interior Exterior, Free estimates, 30 yrs experience 570-826-1719, 570-288-4311 & 570-704-8530

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Paving & Excavating

DRIVEWAYS PARKING LOTS ROADWAYS HOT TAR & CHIP SEALCOATING Licensed and Insured. Call Today For Your Free Estimate

570-474-6329 Lic.# PA021520

L&M BLACKTOPPING

Driveways, excavating & resurfacing.

Free Estimates.

Fully insured. Call Ron 570-290-2296

Mountain Top

PAVING & SEAL COATING Patching, Sealing, Residential/Comm Licensed & Insured PA013253 570-868-8375

1237 Professional & Business

PERSONAL ASSISTANT

Will provide superior executive support by assisting in scheduling & coordinating complex business/social calendars, event planning, and travel plans for busy executives or families. Over 20+ years in corporate, non-profit, and government arenas.

570-406-4092

Say it HERE in the Classifieds!

570-829-7130

570-824-6381 Roof Repairs & New Roofs. Shingle, Slate, Hot Built Up, Rubber, Gutters & Chimney Repairs. Year Round.

Licensed/Insured FREE Estimates *24 Hour Emergency Calls*

Jim Harden

570-288-6709

New Roofs & Repairs, Shingles, Rubber, Slate, Gutters, Chimney Repairs. Credit Cards Accepted FREE ESTIMATES! Licensed-Insured EMERGENCIES

SUMMER ROOFING

McManus Construction Licensed, Insured.

Everyday Low Prices. 3,000 satisfied customers.

570-735-0846

1297

Tree Care

Tree Stump Removal Stump grinding, $45 each for 10 or more. Tree cutdown, $150. Call 570-594-1385

1339

Window Service

PJ’s Window Cleaning & Janitorial Services Windows, Gutters, Carpets, Power washing and more.

INSURED/BONDED. 570-283-9840

91

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