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WILKES-BARRE – Surprise visits from federal agents serving subpoenas isn’t the way most school district superintendents would want to start their final monthly school board meeting. But it’s what departing WilkesBarre Area Superintendent Jeff Namey got Wednesday night. And to put icing on the bad

publicity cake, the agents stayed through the entire meeting. No mention was made of the visit during the meeting, but afterward Namey said the agents had served “four or five subpoenas” seeking a wide range of things, including emails and correspondence from him, Deputy Superintendent Bernard Prevuznak, other administrators and solicitor Ray Wendolowski.

Namey, who is retiring at the end of the month after 42 years in the district, also said the agents asked for employment and hiring records, particularly for John Quinn Jr., son of board member John Quinn Sr. Quinn Jr. has worked part-time intermittently for the district for more than a decade, most recently as a summer school teacher this year. He is certified in secondary school

math, a field with frequent shortages of qualified teachers, Namey noted. Namey said Quinn Jr. had worked for about three months filling in for a teacher “six or seven years ago,” and had worked part-time “10 or 15 years” before that. Told that the subpoenas had included requests related to his son, John Quinn Sr. expressed surprise and said he had no idea what it was about. Namey said he couldn’t give

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After ruling, lawmakers prep voters By BILL O’BOYLE and ANDREW M. SEDER boboyle@timesleader.com aseder@timesleader.com

Following a Commonwealth Court ruling Wednesday that stated Pennsylvania’s voter ID law will take effect in November, local legislators said they want to ensure constituents have a valid identification to vote. State Rep. Phyllis Mundy, D-Kingston, said she was “very disappointed” in the court’s ruling. “Even if you believe the law is just and necessary, which I do not, my experience

Many local legislators expressed concern over the Commonwealth Court ruling that denied a temporary injunction on the Voter ID law and how some constituents will be affected. Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski, D-WilkesBarre, said he is proceeding on the basis Pashinski Mundy that the Republican-sponsored legislation signed by Gov. Tom Corbett is law. is that the confusion and difficulty in get“Consequently, I am making every efting the non-driver photo ID warrants fort to inform my constituents of the new more time to implement the new law,” changes in our voting procedure so they Mundy said. “I am still hopeful that a higher court will overturn it.” See RULING, Page 14A

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details of the subpoenas because he hadn’t read them. He said he would turn them over to Wendolowski for review before the two sat down and discussed them today. Namey said he had no idea the agents were coming or what they were looking into. The status of Quinn Jr. in the district has been a hot-button issue in recent months for board critic Bob Kadluboski, who has publicly alleged that Wendolow-

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MARINERS PITCHER FINDS PERFECTION Felix Hernandez pitched the Seattle Mariners’ first perfect game and the 23rd in baseball history, overpowering the Tampa Bay Rays in a brilliant 1-0 victory Wednesday. The 2010 AL Cy Young Award winner has long talked of his desire to achieve pitching perfection. He finally accomplished it against the Rays, striking out the side twice and finishing with 12 strikeouts. It was the third perfect game in baseball this season — a first — joining gems by Chicago’s Philip Humber against the Mariners in April and San Francisco’s Matt Cain versus Houston in June. PAGE 1B

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PHILADELPHIA – A federal appeals judge on Wednesday said there must be clear lines drawn on what cities like Hazleton can and can’t do to discourage illegal immigrants from living there. “How do you draw that line?” ThirdU.S.CircuitChiefJudgeTheodore McKee asked attorney Kris Kobach, who is representing the

cityofHazletoninitssix-yearbattle to force illegal immigrants out of town. McKee and two other appeals judges heard oral arguments from Kobach and Omar Jadwat, senior staff attorney with the American Civil Liberties Union – the lead organization in a 2006 lawsuit that so far has prevented Hazleton from enforcing a set of laws that would penalize landlords and businesses

from renting to or employing illegal immigrants. U.S. District Judge James Munley struck down the city’s Illegal Immigration Relief Act Ordinance and Tenant Registration Ordinance in a 2007 trial. McKee led a Third Circuit panel that upheld Munley’s decision when the city appealed, and the See HAZLETON, Page 14A

WILKES-BARRE – Suspected hair and a possible bone fragment were found on a 2006 Ford F350 pickup truck that police called a “vehicle of interest” in a fatal hitand-run last month. Police on Wednesday filed a receipt of items they allegedly found on the truck registered to Daniel Loughnane, 40, of 71 W. Liberty St., Hanover INSIDE: Police Township. The truck was taken believe car part from Loughnane’s resi- found at fatal dence the night of Aug. 9 hit-and-run of Richard Stadts without a warrant and is from Saab, transported by LAG Tow- Page 3A ing and Transport on a flatbed to the basement garage of Wilkes-Barre Police Headquarters. It sat for several days until police secured a search warrant on Monday to inspect the truck. It was moved to LAG’s garage on Carey Avenue, where it was placed on a lift to inspect the undercarriage. LAG returned the truck to the police basement garage after it was searched. Police expressed an interest in the truck after Rebecca McCallick, 19, was struck in front of her apartment at 199 Hazle Ave., Wilkes-Barre, at about 2:23 See TRUCK, Page 11A

HAZLETON’S CONTROVERSIAL REGULATIONS Illegal Immigration Relief Act • It is unlawful to recruit, hire or employ an unlawful worker. • Business permit applicants shall sign an affidavit affirming that they do not knowingly employ unlawful workers. • Penalty for violation is suspension of the business license. • It is unlawful to harbor an illegal alien. Harboring includes knowingly renting out a residence. • Penalty for violation is suspension of the rental license. Subsequent violations carry a $250 fine. Hazleton Landlord Tenant Ordinance • Tenants must present proper identification showing proof of legal citizenship and/or residency to obtain an occupancy permit. • Penalties for violations can range from $100 to $300 fines and up to 90 days imprisonment. • Fine for a landlord who rents to someone without an occupancy permit is $1,000 plus $100 for each day renting continues.

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By JON O’CONNELL Times Leader Correspondent

PITTSTON – City Council members heard from a resident at Wednesday night’s meeting about a problem his family believes took the life of their father, Chuck Menichini, in June. Chris Menichini of Carroll Street, Chuck Menichini’s son, said he has been trying to have something done about an improperly closed borehole, part of the Butler mine tunnel, behind the family’s home. Menichini said he believes residual substances in the borehole led to his father’s death from lymphoma. “(The borehole) should have been capped off and filled with grout,” Menichini said. “It wasn’t.” He said that after digging behind his house, he found a thick gooey substance, kind of like pudding.

He said the council can expect to hear from him regularly until a solution is discovered. He had been quiet until his father’s death at the age of 58, but now he said he wants to see something done. In other matters: •Fulton Street residents said they have experienced a string of petty burglaries within in the last few weeks. Marie Manganiello said a lawnmower and wheel barrow had been stolen from her property, her neighbor lost two rocking chairs from her front porch and a house down the street reported two bicycles stolen. Manganiello said she had spoken to the police and noticed increased patrols on the street, but she wanted the council to be aware of the problem. •Sam Lombardo, of Mill Street, asked if the council had made progress in drafting a noise

POLICE BLOTTER HAZLE TWP. – State police at Hazleton reported that a 17-yearold female from Coaldale, Pa., assaulted 50-year-old Mary Schumacher, of Hazle Township, during a dispute on July 24. Police said Schumacher suffered a broken wrist. The juvenile was charged with simple assault and harassment and will face the charges in juvenile court. HAZLETON – Police said they arrested Kervin Marte, 29, of South Laurel Street, early Wednesday morning after a disturbance in the area of South Wyoming Street. Police said Marte was charged with disorderly conduct. HANOVER TWP. – Township police reported the following incidents: • Police said Marinda Seiwell of East St. Mary’s Road reported Tuesday afternoon that someone stole her AT&T cellphone from the Maple Hill Cemetery chapel office on East St. Mary’s Road. • Police said Samantha Cheslew of Diamond Avenue reported to police Tuesday night that the front door of her home was pried open. Police said Cheslew reported nothing was missing. WILKES-BARRE – City police reported the following incidents: • Kaibo Lu reported to police on Tuesday that he left his Dell laptop computer on a desk at the Wilkes University library on West South Street and went for a break. Police said that when Lu returned, his laptop was missing. • Police said Melissa R. Neidnig, 31, of Cemetery Street, Carbondale, was stopped by officers conducting a traffic stop near Biscotini Road and they found Neidnig in possession of a hypodermic needle. Police said Neidnig was charged with possession of drug paraphernalia. • Michael Pasonick reported to police Tuesday afternoon that someone tried to break into his 2012 Jeep Cherokee while it was parked on Mayock Street. Police said there was damage to the driver’s side door and body of the vehicle, as well as scratches and dents. • A female reported to police Tuesday night that she was sexually assaulted by several males at an unknown home on Madison Street. Police said an investigation is continuing. • Anthony Klem told police Monday afternoon he was on the levee system between Plymouth Avenue and the Carey Avenue Bridge when he was approached by two men who asked him for money. Klem told police the two men attacked him, while swinging a knife at him, when he said he didn’t have any money. Police said Klem had slash-type wounds on his forearms and legs.

ordinance they tabled last month. Lombardo said the other night, he heard dogs barking for more than three hours. Some of his neighbors shared in his belief that excessive barking has become a real problem, as those in the room from the area all seemed to agree. Police Chief Robert Powers told Lombardo that a dog barking ordinance is in place, but action would require a claim and his testimony before the district judge. Councilman Michael Lombardo said the proposed noise ordinance could be re-examined. He said he felt some of its nuances needed to be worked out before it was presented again. “We could go back to the drawing board and come up with something more workable to put on the table,” he said.

Joseph J. Moses August 13, 2012 James Moses, Woods J oseph Drive, Mechanicsburg, Pa., died

Monday, August 13, 2012, in the Holy Spirit Hospital in Camp Hill, Pa., after a long, brutal and extremely painful battle with pancreatic cancer. Jim was 52 years old. He was born on September 11, 1959, in Wilkes-Barre, son of George L. Moses and the late Helen Sabinski Moses. Jim was a 1977 graduate of Cumberland Valley High School. For a time, he worked for the federal government at the U.S. Naval facility in Mechanicsburg, and the U.S. Army Depot in New Cumberland. He was very computer savvy and spent much time helping his friends with their computer problems. Besides his family and friends, he enjoyed his German shepherd, Gabrielle, and his treasured Corvette automobile. In addition to his father, Jim is survived by his half-brothers, Michael J. Hogan, Enola, Pa.; Robert R. Hogan, Wilkes-Barre; Edward C. Hogan, Mechanicsburg, Pa.; nephew, George E. Hogan, who is currently a U.S. Marine; nieces, Jackie Hogan, Carlisle, Pa., Melissa Be-

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John M. Corgan August 14, 2012 ohn M. Corgan, of McDonald St., West Nanticoke, died Tuesday Jmorning, August 14, 2012, at Com-

Thomas Mosko August 13, 2012 Mosko, 80 of Plains T homas Township, died Tuesday morn-

shore and Regina Hogan, both in Baton Rouge, La., Paige Hogan, Wilkes-Barre; and former sister-inlaw, Eva Hogan, who was there for the painful ordeal. To her and his many friends, Tina, Keith, Luis, John, Tim, Leah and others, we will always be grateful. Services will be held at the family’s discretion. Interment will be in the parish cemetery of St. Mary’s Antiochian Orthodox Church, Wilkes-Barre. Those who desire may make a donation to the National Pancreatic Cancer Foundation or an organization of their choice.

John J. Centini

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monwealth Home Health and Hospice at St. Luke’s Villa in WilkesBarre. Born May 13, 1932 in Kingston, John was a son of the late Cyril and Leonora Saxe Corgan. He was a member of the 1950 graduating class at Kingston High School. After school John had proudly served with the U.S. Army Signal Corps during the Korean Conflict. At the completion of his military service, John became an employee at the family-owned and operated John B. Corgan Mining Company, ville N.Y.; six grandchildren, Brawhich later became known as dley Corgan, Sondra Corgan, KateNortheast Energy Company based lyn Kotsur, Danielle Corgan, John in Wilkes-Barre Township. Conway and Sean Conway John had been an active member Funeral will be held Saturday of St. Ignatius Church, Kingston, at 8:30 a.m. from McLaughand later at St. Vincent’s Church, lin’s-The Family Funeral Service, Plymouth. He was a member of the 142 S. Washington St., WilkesBishop O’Reilly Fathers Club and Barre, with a Funeral Mass at 9:30 was a founding member of the Ply- a.m. in St. Ignatius Church, N. Mamouth Township Recreation Asso- ple Ave., Kingston. Interment will ciation. be in St Ignatius Cemetery, Pringle. He was predeceased by his wife, Visitation will be held at McLaughthe former Dorothy A. Moseman, in lin’s Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. November of 2000. If desired, memorial contribuSurviving are sons, Mark F. Cor- tions may be made to Commongan and his wife, Barbara, Annan- wealth Home Health and Hospice at dale N.J.; Cyril W. Corgan and his St. Luke’s Villa, 80 E. Northampton wife, Renee, Duryea; John P. Corgan St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701. Permaand his wife, Christine, Shaver- nent messages and memories can town; daughter, Theresa Conway, be shared with John’s family at and her husband, Charles, Pleasant- www.celebratehislife.com.

ing at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. Born in the Hilldale section of Plains Township, he was a son of the late Michael and Frances (Yanko) Mosko. Tom was a graduate of Plains Memorial High School, and was employed in production in local manufacturing and later self employed. He was a member of St. Joseph’s Church, Inkerman, and currently St. John the Evangelist Church, Pittston. Tom enjoyed baseball and going to local games, reminiscing about the “good-old days” and spending time with his nieces, nephews and family. He was preceded in death by his brother, John Mosko; sister, Theresa Sokaloski; and twin sister, Evelyn Szortyka. Surviving are many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Funeral will be held Friday at 9:30 a.m. from the Corcoran Funeral

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Home Inc., 20 S. Main St., Plains Township, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. John the Evangelist Church, Pittston. Interment will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery, Carverton. Friends may call Friday morning from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Online condolences may be made at www.corcoranfuneralhome.com

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J. Centini, 86, of Bear Creek J ohn Township, entered into eternal

Heaven Monday, August 13, 2012 at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Plains Township, surrounded by his loving family. Born in the Keystone section of Plains Township, he was a son of the late Ralph and Antoinette Mazzutti Centini. He was a graduate of Plains Memorial High School and was formerly employed at Foster Wheeler and PNC Bank. John was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II and served our country as a Staff Sgt. in the Battle of the A special “Thank You” to the AsBulge in Europe. He was preceded in death by sis- sociated Family Services, Dr. Charters Bertha, Olive, Clara, Balty, les M. Manganiello, Patty Marsha, Rita and Katie. Faye; brothers Camel and Frank. Funeral arrangements will Surviving are his wife of 60 years, be at the convenience of the Viola Fazzi Centini; daughter, Sha- family from the Yeosock Funeral ron Wunner, Bear Creek Township; Home, 40 S. Main St., Plains Townsons, John (Buddy), Kingston; Mi- ship. Memorial Mass will be held at chael and Dee, Wilkes-Barre; grand- 10 a.m. Saturday, August 25, in Holy children, Corey and Caitlin Wun- Savior Church, Wilkes-Barre. There ner; sister Erma Wysocki, Plains will be no calling hours, and interTownship; and brother James, Dela- ment is at the convenience of the ware. family.

Jerome F. Zelinsky August 14, 2012

erome F. Zelinsky, 79, of the Shawanese section of Harveys Lake, died Tuesday, August 14, 2012, in the Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Plains Township, where he had been a patient. Born January 30, 1933, in Luzerne, he was a son of the late Joseph W. and Rachel Janosky Zelinsky. He attended Luzerne schools. Mr. Zelinsky was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean Conflict. Prior to his retirement, he was employed as a truck driver for various local trucking companies. He was a member of the American Legion Post 967, Harveys Lake. Prior to moving to Harveys Lake, he resided for many years on Murray Street in Forty Fort. Mr. Zelinsky was preceded in death by his wife, the former Patricia Veronica Soboleski, in1985. Also preceding him in death were broth-

ers, Vincent D. and Joseph E. Surviving are sons, Jerome Jr., Forty Fort, Paul, Exeter; daughters, Lisa Shiplett, Shickshinny, Marian Zelinsky, Plymouth; grandsons, Alan Shiplett Jr., Shickshinny, Ryan Zelinsky, Plymouth; sister, Mrs. George (Larayne) Alles, Dallas; several nieces and nephews. Funeral for Jerome will be held Saturday morning at 11 a.m. from the Hugh P. Boyle & Son Funeral Home Inc., 416 Wyoming Ave., Kingston, with Deacon John E. O’Connor of St. Ignatius of Layola parish, officiating. Interment will follow in St. Mary’s Lithuanian Cemetery, Pringle. Friends are cordially invited to a visitation with the family from 10 a.m. until the time of service. Memorial donations, if desired, may be made to Candy’s Place Cancer Resource Center, 190 Welles Street, Forty Fort, PA 18704.

August 13, 2012 L. Draina, 71, of Carey N ancy Street, Ashley, passed away un-

expectedly Monday, August 13, 2012, at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Plains Township. Nancy was born in Wilkes-Barre on July 18, 1941. She was a daughter of the late Robert and Emma (Yinger) Housenick. Nancy was a graduate of G.A.R. High School, class of 1959. She was employed in the accounts receivable department for Nabisco Foods, retiring in 2010. Nancy was a loving mother, grandmother and sister. She will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. Nancy was preceded in death by a sister, Carol Aben. Surviving are sons, Andrew Kurovsky, Larksville, John Kurovsky, Mountain Top, Joseph and James Kurovsky, both of Hanover Township; grandchildren, Andrew Jr., Ashley, Joseph and Jackie; greatgrandson, Alex; sister, Lorraine Brink, Ashley; brothers, Thomas

Housenick, Shickshinny, Robert Housenick, Warminster; numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Nancy will be held on Friday at 1 p.m. from the George A. Strish Inc. Funeral Home, 105 N. Main St., Ashley. Pastor Peter Kuritz will officiate. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family. Family and friends may call on Friday from 11 a.m. until time of service at 1 p.m.

August 15, 2012

2012, at her home. Born in Beaumont, she was a daughter of the late Amandus and Amy Southworth Serfoss. She was a graduate of the Beaumont High School, class of 1937. Prior to her retirement, Sylvia was employed by General Cigar, formerly of Kingston. Sylvia was an avid gardener and enjoyed dining out. Preceding her in death were brothers and sisters. Surviving are her nephew, Richard Dalley, and wife Martha, New

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Jersey; several great-nieces and great-nephews. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. in the NultonKopcza Funeral Home, 5749 SR 309, (Beaumont) Monroe Township, with the Rev. Dominick Petillo of the Beaumont Union Gospel Church officiating. Interment will be in Wardan Cemetery, Dallas. Friends may call Friday 5 to 8 p.m. in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Beaumont Union Gospel Church, Route 309, Monroe Township, PA 18618.

The Times Leader strives to correct errors, clarify stories and update them promptly. Corrections will appear in this spot. If you have information to help us correct an inaccuracy or cover an issue more thoroughly, call the newsroom at 829-7242. A PAGE 1A story on Wednesday about the appointment of a new superintendent at Pittston Area School District incorrectly listed Ross Latona as voting for Michael Garzella. Latona resigned from the board in May; it was his replacement, Kent Bratlee, who voted for Garzella. A PHOTO OF another man was mistakenly attached to a story on Page 8A Wednesday about Thomas A. Walsh, the former four-term Pittston mayor who died Monday.

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WVSA head placed on leave Fred DeSanto, executive director of the Wyoming Valley Sanitary Authority, has been placed on administrative leave due to a personnel matter, James Tomaine, the authority’s deputy executive director said. Tomaine did not know the details and said Wednesday he confirmed the leave through the DeSanto authority’s solicitor, William Finnegan, and board chairman Joseph Oprendick. “We’re hoping to have more info next week,” Tomaine said, explaining that’s when Finnegan will return from vacation. Tomaine has assumed the role of acting director. The WVSA provides wastewater treatment services for nearly three dozen municipalities in Luzerne County.

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Cops: Mirror where man hit from ’07 Saab That make of car was at suspect’s home By EDWARD LEWIS elewis@timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE – State police at Shickshinny believe a passenger-side mirror found at the scene of a fatal hit-and-run on Route 11 in Plymouth Township came from a 2007 Saab. Investigators served a search warrant for the vehicle they suspect struck Richard Stadts, 73,

while he was riding a bicycle in the area of Stookey’s restaurant on Aug. 7. Stadts died at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center in Plains Township the next day. The search warrant signed by District Judge John Hasay in Shickshinny allowed state police to look for DNA, narcotics,

prescription medications, cellphones and other evidence related to the crash. State police allege Matthew Perkins, 19, of Hartman Road, was driving the vehicle when it struck Stadts. Perkins was found at his residence and exhibited signs of intoxication and/or drug use during an interview with state po-

lice, according to the search warrant affidavit. The affidavit says Perkins was taken to Wilkes-Barre General Hospital for a blood test. No charges have been filed. The Saab was missing the passenger-side mirror when state police found it at the Hartman Road residence, the affidavit says. A motorist told state police he had to swerve to avoid being struck by the Saab as it ap-

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Ex-cop’s appeal denied A federal appeals court upheld a lower court’s dismissal of an agediscrimination and retaliation lawsuit filed by a former West Pittston police officer convicted of stealing funds from a drug education program Joseph Campbell, Wyoming, had filed a lawsuit in 2009 alleging the borough appointed another officer as police chief, bypassing Campbell. Campbell alleged age discrimination and violation of his right to free speech, contending the borough had denied him the post because he had filed an earlier lawsuit. U.S. Middle District judge John Jones dismissed the lawsuit saying Campbell failed to present sufficient evidence to support his allegations. Campbell appealed, but on Wednesday a panel of three judges of the U.S. Third Circuit Court of Appeals upheld the lower court ruling. Campbell was sentenced in March 2011 to three to 12 months in prison for stealing $20,000 form the Drug Abuse Resistance Education Program. PITTSTON

Tomato Fest traffic limit Pittston Chief of Police Robert Powers said that on Saturday during the Pittston Tomato Festival, between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m., all traffic going into and out of the city will be stopped due to the race and parade. Powers asks that the motorists avoid the area to prevent traffic delays. SCRANTON

Mellow sentencing delayed The sentencing of former state Sen. Robert Mellow has been delayed. U.S. Judge Joel H. Slomsky on Tuesday granted an extension to the Mellow probation officer preparing a pre-sentence investigation report on Mellow, which was due Aug. 23. The officer now has until Oct. 8 to file her report. A new sentencing date has not yet been announced. Mellow pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit mail fraud and tax evasion on May 9. PRINGLE

Benefit for animal rescue Keeley’s Alehouse, Division Street, Pringle, is hosting an event to benefit Blue Chip Farms Animal Refuge on Monday. The event will be held between 5 and 10 p.m., and Keeley’s will donate a portion of all food and beverage sales to Blue Chip. Blue Chip volunteers will be on hand collecting wish-list items and will be available to talk about the rescue and its adoptable animals. Wish-list items include: 55-gallon trash bags; tall kitchen bags, laundry cleaning solutions, sponges, paper towels and 6-inch paper plates.

proached him from behind. Another motorist wrote down the Saab’s license plate number when the two cars stopped at a traffic signal on Route 11. When the witness later drove through the area seeing paramedics and state police at the scene, he provided the license plate number to a trooper, which led to the discovery of the Saab, according to the affidavit.

County manager willing to look at suggested alternatives to layoffs. By JENNIFER LEARN-ANDES jandes@timesleader.com

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rank Paluck, owner of Paluck’s Pork Barbecue, hangs his sign on his booth Wednesday afternoon as he prepares for the Pittston Tomato Festival. The festival, held in the unofficial Tomato Capital of the World, opens this evening and runs through Sunday in downtown Pittston.

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New campus planned for land about acquisition “an important milestone in few years have provided some breathing room, but the school still lacks the history of our school.” two miles south of current site.

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BEAR CREEK TWP. – The Bear Creek Community Charter School’s planned expansion took a giant leap forward with its recent acquisition of a 97acre property off Route 115, about two miles south of its current location in the former Bear Creek Elementary School. Luzerne County’s only charter school is planning to build a new campus at the property, located just beyond the Forest Park neighborhood along Route 115, and move its operations there. The school’s foundation purchased the property for $316,220 from William and Jeanie Haas, appointed trustees of a Haas family trust, on June 20, according to Luzerne County property transfer records. Dave Blazejewski, president of the school’s Board of Trustees, called the

“It accomplishes one of our major goals that we stated right from the beginning, which was to provide a physical learning environment which was on par with the academic experience that our kids get,” Blazejewski said. “So that not only are they getting a worldclass education, but they’ll get it in a top-class facility as well.” Blazejewski estimated construction of a new school would cost around $15 million, which the school hopes to raise through federal funding sources as well as private donations. A charter school is a public school that is free of many state regulations regarding teachers and curriculum. The school has been seeking to expand almost since its opening in 2004, as it hosts an enrollment of more than 400 students in a building designed for only 200, Blazejewski said Wednesday. Modular classrooms housed in trailers parked outside the school for the past

space for extracurricular activities. Some classrooms are used for both music and art classes, and the school’s gymnasium also doubles as its auditorium and cafeteria. Blazejewski said the new property has enough space and good topography to build sports grounds, but the school’s first focus would be on constructing academic buildings. “Acquiring this much property… gives us the ability to do a lot of things, now and then down the road,” Blazejewski said. In a letter to stakeholders, the school said subdivision of the property was approved by the Bear Creek Township Planning Commission and supervisors and that preliminary environmental and historical assessments have been completed. Blazejewski said the school will next turn its focus to secure funding for the project and requesting design proposals for the new school.

Luzerne County union officials say they’re eager to discuss layoff prevention options with County Manager Robert Lawton. Lawton cited the need for personnel spending cuts to close the remaining $875,000 projected year-end deficit during his mid-year financial analysis Tuesday. He said he’s willing to impose forced staff reductions but first wants to give unions an opportunity to come up with alternatives. Lawton “When you look at the tables, when you look at the staffing levels, it becomes apparent that no solution can be found that will last that will carry us through 2013 and 2014 that doesn’t involve the cost of personnel,” Lawton said during Tuesday’s council meeting. Prison union head Tom Borum said he met with Lawton about three weeks ago, and they tentatively planned to meet again next week. “He was very open. It is refreshing to have somebody come to you and give you the opportunity to do this,” Borum said. He said they haven’t discussed details of options, and firm proposals must be brought to the union’s more than 300 members for a vote. “If there are little things we can come up with that don’t violate our agreement and don’t hurt the prison, I’d be more than willing to talk about anything,” Borum said. “I’m looking forward to finding a solution.” The prison union made an unprecedented offer in March to give up 3 percent pay raises to reduce correctional facility layoffs from 15 to 10, but the proposal fell through because of disagreements with the administration over the agreement wording. Borum said he doesn’t expect the See UNIONS, Page 7A

Selenski request for reconsideration of expedited appeal denied By JERRY LYNOTT jlynott@timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE -- A state Superior Court panel Wednesday removed one obstacle to the scheduled Sept. 10 start of the double-homicide trial of Hugo Selenski. A three-member panel of the appellate court ruled against a request by defense attorneys that the court rethink its order speeding consideration of an appeal based on their claim that county Judge Fred Pierantoni improperly denied a request to dismiss the charges against Selenski. In the request for reconsidera-

tion, Selenski’s lawyers argued he was not given the opportunity to be heard before the court granted the reSelenski quest on Monday, the same day it was filed by prosecutors. Selenski, 38, could face the death penalty if convicted of murdering Tammy Fassett and Michael Kerkowski on May 3, 2002. Their bodies were found buried on a Kingston Township property where he was living in June 2003.

Defense attorneys Shelley Centini and Edward Rymsza said they should have been given 14 days to respond after being served with the prosecutors’ application for the expedited appeal. “Its application cannot possibly justify the incursion of the most basic procedural rights to a criminal defendant, namely the opportunity to be heard prior to a court granting such extreme relief,” the defense attorneys said when asking for the reconsideration. The panel issued a one-sentence order without explanation.

County District Attorney Stefanie Salavantis and three assistants said Selenski’s attorneys said the defense appealed the judge’s decision after failing to delay the trial. “By filing the appeal, the defendant is attempting to obtain a delay of trial that he could not obtain by other means,” the prosecutors said. Without an expedited appeal, the extended period of time to bring the case to trial “will substantially handicap” the prosecution. Key witnesses are elderly and in poor health, prosecutors said. In addition witness Paul

Weakley’s life is in danger. Weakley has been attacked in federal prison and state inmate Michael Scerbo faces a charge of solicitation to murder him to prevent him from testifying, prosecutors said. The appellate court, in its initial one-page order granting the expedited appeal, also ordered attorneys to file court papers by Aug. 27 so a hearing may be scheduled in the case. Selenski and Weakley were charged in May 2006 with the deaths of Fassett and Kerkowski. Weakley pleaded guilty and has been serving a life sentence.

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Romney escalates negative campaign

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Presumed GOP presidential candidate tries to cut into Obama’s likeability. By JULIE PACE Associated Press

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Escapes being run over by train

A $5,000 reward was offered by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals on Wednesday for information leading to an arrest and conviction of a man who tied three dogs to railroad tracks near Cleveland, Ohio, where two were killed by a train and one, Chessie, shown above, survived by crouching off the rails.

WASHINGTON — Republican Mitt Romney dug in Wednesday on his charge that President Barack Obama’s campaign is driven by “division and attack and hatred,” criticism aimed at cutting into Obama’s likeability and personal appeal with voters. In some of his harshest words yet against the president, Romney said Obama was “running just to hang onto power, and I think he would do anything in his power” to remain in office. Romney’s comments escalated an already acrimonious campaign fueled by negative and sometimes false advertisements, as well as personal insults from the candidates

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and their surrogates. Obama’s campaign said Romney’s fresh assertions seemed “unhinged.” Romney replied: “I think unhinged would have to characterize what we’ve seen from the president’s campaign.” “These personal attacks, I think, are just demeaning to the office of the White House,” he added. The latest rhetorical scuffle erupted Tuesday after Vice President Joe Biden told a largely black audience in Danville, Va., that Republicans would seek to “un-

chain Wall Street” and “put y’all back in chains” by loosening Wall Street regulations. Biden later said he had meant to use the term “unshackled.” But he did not apologize, and he mocked the Romney campaign for showing outrage. In his interview Wednesday on “CBS This Morning,” Romney said: “I can’t speak for anybody else, but I can say that I think the comments of the vice president were one more example of a divisive effort to keep from talking about the issues.” Romney’s onslaught comes as polls show Obama with a narrow lead over his Republican rival less than three months before the Nov. 6 election. On Saturday, Romney named Wisconsin Rep. Paul Ryan as his running mate, a pick aimed at energizing his party’s conservative base. Now Romney, straying from his cam-

paign’s efforts to stay singularly focused on jobs and the economy, is targeting Obama’s greatest strength — his likeability. Every major poll in the past two months has found Obama’s favorability rating in positive territory, while Romney’s languishes at about even or worse and has deteriorated in some recent surveys. Some of Romney’s efforts to chip away at Obama’s likeability have focused on negative ads run by the president’s campaign and a super political action committee supporting him. Priorities USA Action ran a commercial suggesting Romney was personally responsible for the death from cancer of the wife of a man who worked at a steel plant that was bought and subsequently shut down by Romney’s venture capital firm, Bain Capital.

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had been volunteering at a community center for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people. A law enforcement official has identified the suspect arrested in Wednesday’s shooting as Floyd Corkins II of Herndon, Va. Investigators were interviewing his neighbors. Another official says the shooter made a negative reference about the work of the Family Research Council before opening fire.

Housing bust, credit collapse, Europe’s troubles and politcal uncertainty all taking toll. By PAUL WISEMAN AP Economics Writer

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A prosecutor in the Jerry Sandusky child sex abuse case said a “great deal” of “highly incriminating” evidence wasn’t presented, according to a posttrial hearing transcript unsealed Wednesday. Chief Deputy Attorney General Frank Fina did not offer details of the additional evidence at the hearing held four days after the former Penn State assistant football coach was convicted. But, Fina said, it wouldn’t be in Sandusky’s best interest to have more information revealed. “Evidence that, for a variety of reasons, the commonwealth didn’t utilize but was highly incriminating of Mr. Sandusky,” Fina told a judge. The hearing concerned an audio recording of Sandusky’s adopted son, Matt, claiming he was abused by Sandusky as a boy after meeting the coach through his charity, The Second Mile. KABUL, AFGHANISTAN

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Nearly two dozen Afghan civilians were wounded on Wednesday when two grenades exploded inside a mosque compound and a bicycle bomb blew up in a city market, officials said. The violence came a day after bomb blasts around Afghanistan killed at least 50 people in the deadliest day for civilians this year. The Taliban offensive coincides with Afghan police and soldiers taking on more responsibility for security while international forces start to withdraw. Also, the U.S. military reported one of its soldiers died in a roadside bombing Wednesday in eastern Afghanistan. FORT HOOD, TEXAS

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The trial for an Army psychiatrist charged in the deadly 2009 Fort Hood shooting has been put on hold while an appeals court considers his objections to being forcibly shaved. Maj. Nidal Hasan had been scheduled to enter a plea Wednesday to charges in the attack at the Texas Army post, but all court proceedings were put on hold before he could do that. According to a defense motion, Hasan indicated he wanted to plead guilty for religious reasons. Hasan is an American-born Muslim. But the judge, Col. Gregory Gross, said he could not accept a guilty plea on the 13 charges of premeditated murder. That’s because the charges carry death as the maximum punishment and the government is pursuing the death penalty in Hasan’s case. The trial that was to start Monday will be on hold until the Army appeals court rules on Hasan’s objection to being shaved. Hasan’s attorneys have said he won’t shave because the beard he has grown in violation of Army regulations is an expression of his Muslim faith.

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Injured women arrive at a field hospital Wednesday after an air strike by Syrian regime warplanes hit their homes in the town of Azaz on the outskirts of Aleppo, Syria.

Rebel-held town bombed

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AZAZ, Syria — The Syrian fighter jets swooped in low over the rebel-held town of Azaz Wednesday in two bombing runs that sent panicked civilians fleeing for cover and reduced homes to rubble. Associated Press reporters who witnessed the air raids near the Turkish border saw at least eight dead, including a baby, and dozens wounded, most of them women and children. One man was pulled bloodied but alive from the wreckage of destroyed homes. “God is great! God is great!” yelled his rescuers as he emerged. Then they laid him in a blanket and carried him to a pickup truck. Nearby, a woman sat on the pile of bricks that once was her home, cradling a dead baby. Two other bodies lay next to her, covered in blankets. “I saw the plane come down and some missiles fall and then there was smoke all over,” said Mohammed Fuad, 18, who lives near the site of the attacks. “When it cleared,

Injured people evacuate a hospital Wednesday after a second air strike in Azaz, on the outskirts of Aleppo, Syria.

we heard screaming and saw rubble all over the streets.” The attack came on the same day the U.N. released a report accusing Syrian President Bashar Assad’s forces and their militia backers of war crimes in the killings of more than 100 civilians — nearly half children — in the village of Houla in May. It said the civil war was moving in a “brutal” direction on both sides. About a dozen rebel fight-

ers flocked to the scene, none armed with more than a Kalashnikov assault rifle. At one point, some men started screaming, sparking a panic that the jets were returning and sending the crowd dashing for cover. In the end, it was a false alarm, and all came back to look for more bodies. The first fighter jet appeared in the sky late in the day and dropped bombs on the town, sending up a huge cloud of smoke. Terrified fam-

ilies tore through the streets. Soon after, a second jet swooped over, dropping another charge that shook downtown. The blast damaged buildings far beyond the bombing sites. About 15 simple, concrete homes were reduced to a huge expanse of rubble. Scores of men ran to the area, digging for people buried underneath the debris. One group brought a generator and an electrical saw to cut through rebar. A short time later, they found a man, his clothes torn and limbs covered with blood. Most of the wounded were quickly ferried by cars to the Turkish border, 4 miles north. The Assad regime is increasingly relying on attack helicopters and fighter jets to target rebels in the countryside around Aleppo, Syria’s largest city, where rebels and regime forces have been battling for control for several weeks. The regime has been pushed out of towns and villages in a large swath of territory between Aleppo and the Turkish border.

Charges dropped because of too much evidence By RYAN J. FOLEY Associated Press

IOWA CITY, Iowa — A fugitive doctor charged in the nation’s largest prosecution of Internet pharmacies is getting off in part because there’s just too much evidence in his case: more than 400,000 documents and two terabytes of electronic data that federal authorities say is expensive to maintain. Armando Angulo was indicted in 2007 in a multimillion-dollar scheme that involved selling prescription drugs to patients who were never examined or even interviewed by a physician. A federal judge in Iowa dismissed the charge

last week at the request of prosecutors, who want to throw out the many records collected over their nineyear investigation to free up more space. The Miami doctor Angulo fled to his native Panama after coming under investigation in 2004, and Panamanian authorities say they do not extradite their own citizens. Given the unlikelihood of capturing Angulo and the inconvenience of maintaining so much evidence, prosecutors gave up the long pursuit.

“Continued storage of these materials is difficult and expensive,” wrote Stephanie Rose, the U.S. attorney for northern Iowa. She called the task “an economic and practical hardship” for the Drug Enforcement Administration. The case started in 2003 with a raid of a small Iowa drugstore and eventually secured the conviction of 26 defendants, including 19 doctors. The investigation dismantled two Internet pharmacies that illegally sold 30 million pills to customers. Investigators also recovered $7 million, most of which went to Iowa police agencies that helped with the case.

WASHINGTON — The recession that ended three years ago this summer has been followed by the feeblest economic recovery since the Great Depression. Since World War II, 10 U.S. recessions have been followed by a recovery that lasted at least three years. An Associated Press analysis shows that by just about any measure, the one that began in June 2009 is the weakest. The ugliness goes well beyond unemployment, which at 8.3 percent is the highest this long after a recession ended. Economic growth has never been weaker in a postwar recovery. Consumer spending has never been so slack. Only once has job growth been slower. More than in any other postWorld War II recovery, people who have jobs are hurting: Their paychecks have fallen behind inflation. Many economists say the agonizing recovery from the Great Recession, which began in December 2007 and ended in June 2009, is the predictable consequence of a housing bust and a grave financial crisis. Credit, the fuel that powers economies, evaporated after Lehman Brothers collapsed in September 2008. And a 30 percent drop in housing prices erased trillions in home equity and brought construction to a near-standstill. So any recovery was destined to be a slog. “A housing collapse is very different from a stock market bubble and crash,” says Nobel Prizewinning economist Peter Diamond of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. “It affects so many people. It only corrects very slowly.” The U.S. economy has other problems, too. Europe’s troubles have undermined consumer and business confidence on both sides of the Atlantic. And the deeply divided U.S. political system has delivered growth-chilling uncertainty. The AP compared nine economic recoveries since the end of World War II that lasted at least three years. A 10th recovery that ran from 1945 to 1948 was not included because the statistics from that period aren’t comprehensive, although the available data show that hiring was robust. There were two short-lived recoveries — 24 months and 12 months — after the recessions of 1957-58 and 1980. Reduced government spending and credit-burdened counsumers have also played a role in holding things back.

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Children can learn about insects, rabbits and chicks, as well as how to get involved in 4-H, at the Wilkes-Barre Farmers Market today. That’s when Penn State Extension 4-H will host a tent on Public Square from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to introduce the youth organization to potential members and volunteers. Children ages 5 to 18 can participate in the activities and learn about 4-H programs to develop leadership, communication and citizenship skills. “Since it’s the 100th anniversary of 4-H, we decided to bring it to the farmers market to shout that we’ve been around for 100 years and show the projects,” said Donna Grey, an extension educa-

What: Penn State Extension 4-H Tent When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. today Where: Public Square, WilkesBarre Children can participate in educational activities. Adults can sign up to become volunteers.

tor who helps run the program. Activities for children will include learning about entomology by viewing a display of insects and completing a nutrition project by spinning a wheel to answer health questions. They will also be able to create their own bags of dried trail mix and learn about the proper care of baby chickens and rabbits. Penn State trained master gardener volunteers will be available

to answer gardening questions, as well. Penn State 4-H strives to be known in both rural and urban communities, offering activities including rocketry, photography, painting, fishing and more. The learning experiences from these projects are just one of the benefits of the program, Grey said. “There’s always a lot of great leadership-building,” Grey said. The youthful members are able to hold officer positions, plan fundraisers and even compete in local, state and national competitions that test their acquired skills. Studies have verified the life skills children receive. “These kids are above and beyond the same group of kids that are not in 4-H in these areas,” Grey said. The 4-H program evolved with-

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Up to 20 teens fighting in Boulevard Townhomes complex, residents say. By MATT HUGHES mhughes@timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE – Police responded to a report of a large fight with shots fired at approximately 5:30 p.m. Wednesday on Midland Court in the Boulevard Townhomes complex. Residents of the complex, who declined to give their names, said between 15 and 20 teenagers were fighting on Middle Court, a gated walking path running parallel to Welles

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NANTICOKE – Council voted unanimously Wednesday evening to appoint current city employee Donna Wall as finance manager. Wall will assume the finance duties from City Manager Pam Heard at an annual salary of $40,000. “I believe in promoting from within,” said Mayor Joseph Dougherty. “Donna has done a great job during her 17 years with the city, and I felt she was more than deserving of this pro-

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• Duda said the city is seeking a way to resolve the slow receipt of earned income tax due to the state’s Act 32, which mandates a single collector in each county for the collection of the tax. Many municipalities have complained of problems receiving revenues collected by Centax/Don Wilkinson Agency. Heard said the city is requesting reimbursement of any fees and finance charges incurred through the tax anticipation note the city was forced to secure because of receipt problems.

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DALLAS – Council approved payment of two projects at a meeting Wednesday, signifying the end of repairs to the borough after last year’s flooding. Adamski Excavating & Paving Inc. recently completed stormwater pipe repair on Monroe Avenue and storm water inlet and basin work on Lake Street. The projects’ costs totaled $3,976 and will be reimbursed with Federal Emergency Management Agency funds. The company also repaired a damaged storm water inlet and curbing on Machell Avenue. Other storm water improvements will be made throughout the borough. The borough engineer will design and solicit proposals for storm water infrastructure work in the area of Highland Boulevard. Also, council awarded a bid to Quad III Group Inc. for street and storm water infrastructure repairs to Wellington Avenue in accordance with a $75,000 community development block

The next regular Dallas Borough Council meeting will be held Sept. 19 at 7 p.m. in the municipal building.

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LILLIAN CONLAN, 82, formerly of Avoca, passed away Tuesday, August 14, 2012, at Allied Services Skilled Nursing Center, Scranton. Arrangements are pending and entrusted to Kniffen O’Malley Funeral Home Inc., 728 Main St., Avoca. MILDRED SILBERMAN, of Kingston, passed away, Wednesday, August 15, 2012, in WilkesBarre General Hospital. Funeral arrangements are pending from the Rosenberg Funeral Chapel Inc., 348 S. River St., Wilkes-Barre. For more information, go to Mildred’s obituary at the funeral home website at www.rosenbergfuneralchapel.com. WILLIAM ULIVITCH SR., 80, of West Pittston, passed away Wednesday, August 15, 2012, at the Regional Hospital Hospice, Scranton. Funeral arrangements are pending by Kiesinger Funeral Services Inc., 255 McAlpine St., Duryea.

Phyllis J. Eckman August 15, 2012 Jean Eckman, age 82, of P hyllis Shavertown, and Ocala, Fla.,

died Wednesday, August 15, 2012, at her home in Shavertown. Born January 12, 1930 in South Bend, Ind., she was a daughter of the later Peter and Bernice Pulaski Borkowski. Educated in South Bend, she was a graduate of Riley High School. Phyllis received her Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy from Purdue University. She maintained her license for over 60 years working in various pharmacies, primarily in the Back Mountain Area. Over the years, Phyllis was an active member of the Back Mountain Memorial Library, the Dallas Ladies Rotary Club, and the Valley Tennis and Swim Club, where she was an avid tennis player. She was a member of Huntsville Golf Club, where she enjoyed playing golf and card games with her friends. Phyllis was devoted to her family and friends, all who will miss her very much. She enjoyed traveling the world, opera, flowers, music and art of all kinds. She loved sunrises, sunsets, the ocean and the beach, especially the dunes at Lake Michigan. Preceding her in death, in addition to her parents, were her husband, Hanford L. Eckman, who was the founder and president of the Encon Corporation in Dallas; her brother, Robert Borkowski; and nephew, Edward Borkowski, both formerly of South Bend, Ind. Surviving are her children, Elizabeth Lloyd and husband, John, Dallas, Peter Eckman and wife, Yvonne, Shavertown, Charles Eckman and wife, Cynthia, Dallas; grandchildren, Matthew Lloyd, Victor, Idaho, Amy Lloyd Thompson, Chester Springs, Pa., Anna Lloyd Ball, E. Granby, Conn., Richard Eckman, Dallas, Laura Eckman Vorozilchak, Shavertown, Michael Eckman, Shavertown, Christopher Eckman, Long Beach, Calif., Jocelyn Eckman, Pittsburgh; great-grandchildren, Ellie Thompson, Chester Springs, Pa., Brooks Lloyd, Victor, Idaho, Henry Ball, E. Granby, Conn.; nieces, Kathy Borkowski, Madison, Wis.; Anne Borkowski, Warwick, R.I.; and nephew, John Borkowski, Castaic, Calif. Friends may call Friday from 4 until 7 p.m. at the Harold C. Snowdon Funeral Home Inc., 140 N. Main Street, Shavertown, PA 18708. Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of family with interment at Huntsville Cemetery, Jackson Township. Floral tributes are welcomed or memorial contributions in Phyllis’s honor may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.

Michael Boback August 11, 2012 ichael Boback, 34, of WilkesBarre, died unexpectedly on M Saturday, August 11, 2012.

Michael was involved in different fundraisers, including the motorcycle runs, which he truly loved to do. He loved the band Curse of Sorrow, and his music. Michael was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Elizabeth Pascavage. Surviving, in addition to his mother, Mary Honeywell of Edwardsville, are his daughter, Shaina Boback of Larksville; his sisters, Mary Ellen Nawrocki and husband Jim, Colleen Weiss and Lisa Boback of Edwardsville.; his fiancée, Laura Williams; and his dogs, Karma and Bentley, which he loved so much. Also surviving are his best friend, Chad Oliver, of 25 years with whom he has done so much together. Michael has many aunts, uncles, a niece and his nephews, especially Cris and Cody, who will miss him dearly. Funeral services will be held Friday from the Edwards and Russin Funeral Home, 717 Main St., Edwardsville. Family and friends may call from 5 until 8 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to Valley with a Heart, or to Toys for Tots program, with which he was very involved.

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sister Mary G. (Menichelli) Pavlico, resident of Pittston, passed away on Tuesday, August 14, 2012 in the Golden Living Center, East Mountain Blvd., Wilkes-Barre. Born February 27, 1921 in Pittston, she was a daughter of the late Giulio Menichelli and Palmina (Sarti) Menichelli. She was married to the late Frank Pavlico Sr. She attended the Pittston Township School. Mary was a longtime active member of St. Rocco’s Roman Catholic She is preceded in death by brothChurch, Pittston, where she was a ers, Dante Menichelli, Albert Menmember of the church choir and the ichello; sister Eleanor Zambetti; Confraternity of Christian Mothers. son Frank Pavlico Jr. She was also a member of St. GaFuneral services are entrusted briel’s Retreat League. to Graziano Funeral Home Inc., PittMary was co-owner of Frank’s ston Township. Viewing hours will Restaurant, located on Main St., be held at the funeral home Friday Pittston. from 5 to 9 p.m. Funeral services Surviving her are children Ma- will begin at the funeral home at ryanna Pavlico, Pittston; Joseph and 12:30 p.m. Saturday. A Mass of his, wife, Michele Pavlico, Char- Christian Burial will be held from lotte, N.C.; Daniel and his wife, Judy St. Joseph Marello Parish (Our LaPavlico, Pittston; David Pavlico, dy of Mt. Carmel R.C. Church), PittWhite Haven; Palmina Pavlico and ston, at 1 p.m. Saturday. Interment her husband, Ken Mohn, Pittston Services will take place at St. RocTownship; Eugene Pavlico and co’s R.C. Cemetery, Pittston TownJoyce Kasisky, Exeter; 17 grandchil- ship.For directions to the funeral dren, Nicole Pavlico, Frank Pavlico home or to submit online condoIII, Robert Parrick, Susan Parrick, lences, please visit GrazianoFunerMary Margaret Bone, Joseph Par- alHome.com. rick, Debra Pavlico, Mary Jo Slaney, The family would like to express Joseph Pavlico, Daniel Pavlico, Ani- their thanks to the Staff of Golden tra Pavlico, David Pavlico, Ken Living Center located on East Mtn. Mohn, Jeffrey Mohn, Eugene Pavli- Blvd, Wilkes-Barre, for their care co, Michael Pavlico, Craig Roman; and compassion. 16 great-grandchildren; sister Janet In lieu of flowers, donations may Morgan, Pittston. Also surviving be made to either, St. Joseph Obare several nieces, nephews, great- lates, 1880 Highway 315, Pittston nieces and nephews, and many ex- Township, or to The Care and Contended family members. cern Clinic, 37 William St., Pittston.

Angelo F. Dominick August 13, 2012 F. Dominick, 71, of HughA ngelo estown, passed away Monday,

August 13, 2012, in Geisinger Community Medical Center, Scranton. Born in Pittston on September 13, 1940, he was a son of Julia Maffei Dominick of Pittston, and the late Frank Dominick. He was a graduate of St. John the Evangelist High School, Pittston, and served in the U.S. Navy from 1958 to 1963 serving on the Charles R. Ware. He began driving a bus for Yatesville Bus Company and was employed by the County of Lackawanna Transit System for 39 years. He truly enjoyed his work driving the bus. He also enjoyed watching NASCAR and football. He was a member of St. Joseph Marello Parish, Pittston; a third degree member of the Knights of Columbus, JFK Council 372; a member of the International American Legion and a former steward of the ATU 156. He was a loving and dedicated son, husband, father, papa, and he will be greatly missed. Surviving, in addition to his mother, is his wife, Dorothy Gorcenski Dominick. They celebrated their 44th wedding anniversary on August 10; daughter and son-in-law, Lisa and Patrick Pisano, Hughestown; aunts, uncles, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, cousins, nieces, nephews

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Gruver. Surviving, in addition to his wife, Bernadine, are his daughter, Cheryl Schattan, and her husband, Glenn, Shrewsbury, Pa.; sisters Anne Lahr and Marie Petrin, both of Miners Mills; several nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to join the Hutz family for visitation and remembrance Saturday morning from 9 to 10 a.m. in St. Andre Bessette Parish, St. Stanislaus Kostka Church, 666 N. Main St., North End section of WilkesBarre, with a Mass of Christian Burial at10 a.m. Interment will be in Sacred Heart Slovak Cemetery, Dallas. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of one’s choice in Walter’s memory. Arrangements are the Corcoran Funeral Home Inc., 20 S. Main St., Plains Township. Online condolences may be made at www.corcoranfuneralhome.com.

BARTOLAI – Albert, funeral 8:30 a.m. today in Graziano Funeral Home Inc., Pittston Township. Mass of Christian Burial 9 a.m. in St. Joseph Marello Parish (Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church), Pittston. BENDER – Martha, funeral 9:30 a.m. today in Sacred Heart of Jesus Church. CANFIELD – Natasha, funeral 11 a.m. Friday in Sheldon-Kukuchka Funeral Home, 73 W. Tioga St., Tunkhannock. Family and friends may call 5 to 8 p.m. today in the Sheldon-Kukuchka Funeral Home. CARLE – Lynda, memorial service for Lynda and her mother, Catherine, 1 p.m. Aug. 25, in Kingdom Hall, Hildebrant Road, Dallas. COSTELLO – Elizabeth, memorial gathering 3 to 6 p.m. today in the Triangle Club, E. Main St., WilkesBarre. CRISPELL – Ellen, memorial service 2 p.m. Aug. 26, in the Forty Fort United Methodist Church. CZERNIAKOWSKI – Anna, funeral 9 a.m. today in Simon S. Russin Funeral Home 136 Maffett St., Plains Township. Mass of Christian Burial 9:30 a.m. in Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, 14 Hudson Road, Plains Township. DUDECK – John, funeral 9 a.m. Friday in Simon S. Russin Funeral Home, 136 Maffett St., Plains Township. Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, 14 Hudson Road, Plains Township. Family and friends may call 6 until 8 p.m. today. GELSLEICHTER – Edward, funeral 11 a.m. today in the Richard H. Disque Funeral Home Inc., 2940 Memorial Highway, Dallas. Friends may call 10 a.m. until time of service today. GULLA – Joseph, funeral 9:30 a.m. today in Wroblewski Funeral Home Inc., 1442 Wyoming Ave., Forty Fort. Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. in St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, 116 Hughes St., Swoyersville. JOHNS – Charles, funeral 11 a.m. today in the Clarke Piatt Funeral Home Inc., 6 Sunset Lake Road, Hunlock Creek. Calling hours are 9:30 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. today in the funeral home. MASSAKER – Laurabelle, memorial service 2 p.m. Saturday in Vernon

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gentle and compassionate care they bestowed upon Dorothy during her time of need. In addition to her parents, John and Anna Saxon, Dorothy was preceded in death by her brother, Alexander Saxon; and her sister, Marion Saxon DiCalogero. In addition to her husband, Carl, Dorothy is survived by her daughters, Carol Nicholas and her husband, Gary, of Courtdale; Linda Horvath and her husband, Michael, of Swoyersville; her grandchildren, Lindsay Ann Horvath, Jonathan M. Horvath and his wife, Paige; Alexander Nicholas, Elizabeth Nicholas, Matthew Nicholas; her great-granddaughter, Olivia Horvath; numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral which will be conducted Saturday at 9 a.m. from the Wroblewski Funeral Home Inc., 1442 Wyoming Ave., Forty Fort, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. in Holy Family Parish, 574 Bennett St., Luzerne, with the Rev. Michael J. Zipay, her pastor, officiating. Interment with the Rite of Committal will follow in the Denison Cemetery, Swoyersville. Family and friends are invited to call Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. For additional information or to send the family an online message of condolence, you may visit the funeral home website www.wroblewskifuneralhome.com. Due to Dorothy’s great love for animals, the family requests that memorial contributions be made in Dorothy’s memory to the SPCA of Luzerne County, 524 E. Main St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702.

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13, 2012 at the Scranton Health Care, Scranton. Born in Duryea, she was a daughter of the late Andrew and Anna Solak McKitish. She attended Pittston schools. Prior to her retirement, she was employed in the area garment industry. She was a member of St. Michael’s Byzantine Catholic Church, Pittston. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Kobi, who passed away on July 4, 1983; son, Joseph Kobi; infant daughter, Dolores; brothers, George, Alex, Michael and Stephen McKitish. Surviving are sons, Robert Kobi and his wife, Gini, of Alabama; Edward Kobi and his wife, Mary Catherine, of Pittston; daughter-in-law, Louise Kobi of Pittston; six grandchildren, Kimberly Sutter and her husband, Brad, of Arizona; Joseph Kobi Jr. and his wife, Beckie, of Pittston; Kristina Lenza and her husband, Jay, of Shavertown; Kathy-Lee Chiampi and her husband, Michael, of Maryland; Margie Hemen of Texas; John Kobi of California; six great-grandchildren, Jessica and Kassie Kobi, Sophia and Marco Lenza, James Hemen, John Kobi; sisters, Mary Wisniewski of Marshalls Creek, Helen Billack of New Jersey, Margaret Joseph of Duryea, Elizabeth Federosko of New Jersey; sister-inlaw, Joan McKitish of Duryea; several nieces and nephews. Funeral will be held Saturday at 10 a.m. from the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main St., Duryea, with Mass at 10:30 a.m. in St. Michael’s Byzantine Catholic Church, Pittston, with the Rev. Joseph Bertha. Interment will be in the parish cemetery, Pittston. Friends may call Saturday from 9 to 10 a.m. at the funeral home. The family would like thank the staff at Scranton Health Care and Dr. Gibbons for the excellent care that was given to Anna. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Michael’s Byzantine Catholic Church.

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The tax collection committee will meet Aug. 22 and on the agenda will be Centax’s contract and whether it should be voided due to its default. In other matters: •A contract was awarded for work on a section of Sorber Mountain Road. Bids were from Pikes Creek, $70,242; Pennsy Supply, $113,670; Popple Construction, $52,276; and B&J Paving, $74,163. Supervisors awarded the contract to Popple, the low bidder. •BP Wind Energy was approved to do repairs to Sober Mountain Road, which they used in the development of the windmill project in Noxen. •Fall clean-up is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 8, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. •Supervisors approved a motion to open a debit card account, for the purposes of making deposits with First National Bank. The next supervisors meeting will be at 7 p.m. Sept. 12 in the municipal building.

HAZLETON – A city teen was charged Tuesday after police said he robbed several people inside a Grant Street home at gunpoint. Mitchell Dedes of West Hemlock Street was charged with six counts of robbery, three counts relating to possession a firearm, two counts of reckless endangerment, two counts of simple assault and one count each of theft by unlawful taking and receiving stolen property. Dedes was arraigned Tuesday by District Judge Joseph Zola and lodged at the county jail for lack of $100,000 bail. He is scheduled to appear for a preliminary hearing before Zola in Hazleton on Aug. 22.

HANOVER TWP. – A township man was charged Tuesday with terroristic threats, simple assault, reckless endangerment, disorderly conduct and public drunkenness after police said he threatened a fisherman with a gun. Timothy John Olenick, 31, of South Main Street, was arraigned on the charges Tuesday by District Judge Thomas Sharkey. He is free on $10,000 unsecured bail. He is scheduled to appear for a preliminary hearing on Aug. 21 before District Judge Joseph Halesey in Hanover Township. According to court papers, on Monday evening, Ryan HUNLOCK TWP. – A townCherkauskas told to police he ship man was charged Tuesday and a friend were fishing in the with intimidation of witnesses, river under the Carey Avenue simple assault and harassment Bridge when they were apafter he allegedly argued with proached by Olenick and anand threatened a woman on other man who asked for a Aug. 7 about a court hearing lighter to light a cigarette. on a prior alleged assault they Cherkauskas said Olenick then pulled out a black pistol were scheduled to attend the and began waving it around, next day. and pointed it at his head to Nicholas W. Young, 48, of stop him from leaving. Main Road, was arraigned on Cherkauskas said Olenick the charges Tuesday by District Judge Thomas Sharkey. He was lodged at the county prison for

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LAKE TWP. – Problems with receiving tax collections from Centax/Don Wilkinson Agency were raised at a recent township supervisors meeting. Last week, township Secretary and Treasurer Carlene Price reported the township received only $14,935 in revenue from the earned income tax distributed by Centax. “This is a 70 percent reduction from last year,” she said. “Centax has only given us about 30 percent of what we are owed.” This problem is not limited to Lake Township. Price, a voting delegate on the Luzerne County Tax Collection Committee, said many other municipalities are in the same boat. As of July, Centax was holding $5.8 million that has not been distributed and the money is being held in a clearing house, she said. “They are not equipped to handle this,” Price said. Plus, she said, Centax has not

cashed the township’s checks for payments on its employees issued for the first two quarters of the fiscal year. The tax committee gave the agency 90 days to rectify these issues. This time period ended on Tuesday and Centax is currently in default. “Fortunately, we have been able to stay in the black,” Price said of the township’s finances. Also, Price said some residents of other municipalities reported they have not received refunds from Centax after filing their taxes. She advised any township residents who may also be affected to call Centax’s solicitor at Centax’s main number, 1-800-4centax. Centax/Don Wilkinson Agency, a tax collecting company from Bridgeville, near Pittsburgh, was hired by the county to handle the tax collection, reconciliation and disbursement of the earned income tax in accord with a recent state mandate.

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ski landed a one-year, $195,000 contract as district solicitor this year by cutting deals with board members to get their children hired. He asked at a recent meeting if that were true. Wendolowski has denied any deal. The solicitor would not have a vote on any hiring, and Kadluboski has never explained how Wendolowski could influence such votes. A high school math position was potentially available this month when a teacher took a leave of absence, board President Maryanne Toole said after the meeting, but the district was able to fill the position through rescheduling. The hiring of two relatives of board member Dino Galella – Dino Galella Jr. as a summer school teacher and Christa Galella as athletic director at Solomon/

Plains Junior High – was on the agenda, and Kadluboski referred to them during comments before Wednesday’s meeting, calling the board “lower than sewer rats” if they hired any relatives and referring to his allegation that Wendolowski had struck some sort of deal. The board approved those hires, with Galella abstaining on both votes. In the past he has noted his daughter was working in the district before he was elected to the board last November. Wednesday’s vote technically reinstated her to a position she held before a decision last year to eliminate seventh- and eight-grade sports programs and fold them into high school programs, a decision that was reversed in this year’s budget. The agents debuted innocuous as they were obvious. A man sporting black coat, tan pants and tieless white button shirt unceremoniously entered the

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Dimock residents, Cabot settle Residents had alleged that their drinking water was contaminated by gas driller. By MICHAEL RUBINKAM Associated Press

Residents of Dimock Township in Susquehanna County who say their well water was poisoned by a gas driller are nearing a settlement of their long-running and highly contentious federal lawsuit. Court documents filed this week indicate that the residents have agreed to a confidential settlement with Houston-based Cabot Oil & Gas Corp. Dimock became a flashpoint in the national debate over gas drilling and a technique called hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, after residents claimed in 2009 that Cabot polluted their water sup-

ply with methane gas and toxic chemicals and made some of them violently ill. Cabot denied responsibility. Federal environmental regulators tested the aquifer this year and found the water in Dimock is safe to drink, a conclusion disputed by residents who refuse to use their wells. State environmental regulators previously determined that Cabot contaminated the aquifer underneath homes along Carter Road in Dimock with explosive levels of methane, although they later determined the company had met its obligations under a consent agreement and allowed Cabot to stop delivering bulk and bottled water last fall. Cabot’s lawyers approached the plaintiffs in May and June with offers to settle, according to a document filed Monday in federal court. The plaintiffs’ attor-

neys said in the document they expect the settlement money to be distributed within 60 days. The names of the settling plaintiffs were blacked out, and the overall amount of the settlement was not disclosed. Cabot’s chief executive, Dan O. Dinges, told investors on July 25 that the company had verbal agreements with 32 of 36 Dimock households and was continuing to negotiate with the others. Attorney Tate Kunkle, representing the plaintiffs, declined to comment on Wednesday. A Cabot spokesman did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Cabot is one of the most successful drillers in the Marcellus Shale, a rock formation in Pennsylvania, New York, Ohio and West Virginia that contains the nation’s largest reservoir of natural gas.

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a.m. July 24. McCallick died at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center in Plains Township. Police allege they found suspected tissue and hair on the driver’s-side axle, a suspected human hair sample from the driver’s side front wheel, a possible bone fragment on the driver’s-side step-up bar and suspected human hair under the driver’s-side door, according to the receipt. Swabs were also taken for suspected DNA off the driver’s-side axle and the driver’sside front bumper. Police also took a global positioning system unit from the truck. Items collected from the truck were sent to the state police crime lab in Wyoming.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 16, 2012 PAGE 11A “I can say this is obviously a tragic case. I can’t imagine what this young lady’s family is going through,” said Loughnane’s attorney, Peter Paul Olszewski Jr. “For right now, everyone needs to reserve judgment. Let the system play itself out.” Loughnane could not be reached for comment, although he has returned from a vacation in Lake Ontario, Canada. No one opened the door at his residence on Wednesday. In attempts to piece together Loughnane’s whereabouts prior to McCallick being struck, police seized a video digital recorder from Gentlemen’s Club 10, a strip club on Mundy Street, Wilkes-Barre Township, Tuesday night, according to the receipt. The search of the strip club came after police interviewed Jeff Erdman, 40, on Monday. According to the search warrant for Gentlemen’s Club 10,

Erdman told police he was with Loughnane the night of July 23 at Liam’s Place, a tavern Loughnane owns on North Washington Street in WilkesBarre. Erdman said they each had a beer and left Liam’s and went to Gentlemen’s Club 10, where they stayed until 2 a.m. Erdman allegedly told police he was given a ride to his apartment at 370 Scott St., Wilkes-Barre, by Loughnane in the Ford F350, the affidavit says. Police noted in the search warrant Erdman’s apartment is less than two miles from where McCallick was struck. No one answered the door at Erdman’s apartment on Wednesday. Police are expected to return the Ford to Loughnane today. Anyone with information that may aid the investigation is asked to call Wilkes-Barre police at 208-4201.

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Sneaky officials keep you in dark

HY DOES IT seem office claimed that individual that whenever email addresses of government Pennsylvania takes workers – the ones given to a baby step out of workers by the state governthe dark ages, a mighty political ment – are exempt from release force immediately engages to because they are personal identibegin pulling it back, like a polit- fication information. And how about this attempt ical third law of motion? Such has been the case with to squelch even potential rethe 2008 Right To Know law, quests: The Pittsburgh TribuneReview last week which rewrote a 1957 reported that trainlaw, widely known as We can’t help but ers introducing a the most restrictive in be nervous about new government the nation. It seems a proposals in the phone system had lot of people in govtold state workers ernment (“public ser- Legislature to that they could use vice,” as they call it) “update” the law an instant-messagliked things just fine this fall. ing feature on the the old way. If we new phones to don’t stay alert, some avoid complying with open reof them will get their wish. The new law, which aimed a cords requests for phone converlight at some dark corners of sations, because it doesn’t create government, has suffered a a record. We can’t help but be nervous thousand cuts since then, thanks to unrelenting appeals by about proposals in the Legislastate and local government offi- ture to “update” the law this fall. cials followed by dubious court The law has big loopholes that decisions declaring various bits need to be closed – including exof information off limits to you tending its coverage to Penn State, Pitt, Temple and Lincoln and me. Here are recent examples, de- universities. A lot of pre-election scribed by Record Tracker, an noise will be made by lawmakopen records blog by the Public ers about doing this to prevent Opinion’s sister paper, the York future cover-ups of child sexual Daily Record, www.york- abuse. But lost in the din could be the stealthy inclusion of exblog.com/record. • The governor’s office emptions for government phone claimed that direct dial govern- records, bids, contracts, legal inment phone numbers – yes, voices, emails, etc. In fact it’s guaranteed to hapwork numbers – are personal and thus exempt from being re- pen, in the name of “public serleased under the Right to Know vice,” if we let it. Law. Public Opinion, Chambersburg • The lieutenant governor’s

QUOTE OF THE DAY “It’s a sad day for citizens when political rhetoric wins over democracy.” Elisabeth MacNamara The president of the League of Women Voters of the United States reacted to a judge’s decision Wednesday in Pennsylvania’s Commonwealth Court, declining to halt the state’s new voter identification law. The law will be in effect for the Nov. 6 election and requires every voter to show photo ID.

OTHER OPINION: 2012 CAMPAIGN

TV ads do little to educate voters

HERE’S BEEN A blitz of TV ads in the past week paid for by Mitt Romney supporters trying to define President Obama for Pennsylvania voters. Would it be so bad if the candidates’ proxies spent as much time and money outlining the admirable traits of the person they want to be president? There’s some of that, but too little. Romney, in particular, should be filling in some gaps. Instead, with steps like refusing to release tax information that would help voters figure him out, he allows his opponent to tell them who he is. For example, it wouldn’t be so easy for Democrats to call Romney “Robin Hood in Reverse” or “Romney Hood” if he would fill in the blanks on his tax plan. A damning analysis of the plan by the Tax Policy Center EDITORIAL BOARD

has been pooh-poohed by Romney supporters as being biased. But their criticism ignores that two of the three writers of the analysis – William Gale and Donald Marron – were on the Council of Economic Advisers for President George H.W. Bush and President George W. Bush, respectively. The TPC report concluded Romney’s plan would hurt the middle class, but the think tank admits its assessment is in part based on guesses about what the plan would do because Romney has left so much to conjecture. Romney can easily put such fears to rest. He should make public his complete tax plan, run TV commercials explaining its details and let voters decide whether he really is Romney Hood. The Philadelphia Inquirer

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NCAA called hypocritical in its treatment of PSU

can only chuckle at the self-righteous indignation of the NCAA. In handing down the harsh penalties to Penn State University, it cited the “culture of football which places athletic success over academic achievement.” It totally ignores the fact that the school enjoys one of the top graduation rates for athletes in the country. Yet, this same organization allows a kid to play one year of basketball and move on to the NBA. Hypocrisy at its best. Mike Remish Scranton

Writer says W-B Twp. failed to support climb

hirteen years have passed and WilkesBarre Township Mayor Carl Kuren’s administration seemingly has done nothing to help, or participate in a partnership with, Laurel Run and the Danko family regarding the Giants Despair event. Especially Jack Danko Sr., who runs the second oldest hill climb in the United States. You see, Mayor Kuren is the problem, not the solution. That’s why there has to be dialogue with other community leaders, regionalization of police forces, a new fire department, a part-time zoning officer and elimination of the recycling officer’s job – pass it on to a Public Works Department employee. Money can be saved numerous ways. How many police are really needed? Some are deadbeats. What about unused cruisers and equipment? These are only a few suggestions. Back to the Giants Despair Hill Climb. I want to thank the Danko family, Jack Danko Sr. and Alfred Bonk for making the track more spectator-friendly. Also, thanks to the drivers: Daryl Danko, Jack Danko Sr., Walter Usloski, Brandon Usloski, Brian Halecki, Bob Katarsky, Larry Simpson, Bill Feist and Gary Polakoski , all local drivers. Great job, and well done! Next year, Mike Polakoski. Joseph Naperkowski Wilkes-Barre

Reader questions hiring of Luzerne County clerk

he recent actions by the Luzerne County Council raised some questions. The search, interview and scoring method in the hiring of a county clerk is what I am confused about. I do not know, nor have I met the acting county clerk. My contacts tell me she is a degreed teacher

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and previously held the position of executive assistant to Steve Urban when he was a commissioner. But as stated in the newspaper, she was not selected, as a point system was employed to determine “the best qualified.” A 24-year-old candidate from Lackawanna County, who it appears held several positions over a little more than two years, scored the highest and was hired. Point systems normally considered education, experience and the interview. The successful candidate who outscored the 60-year-old acting clerk with many years of executive-level, county-level experience must have scored extremely high in the interview. With the high unemployment in Luzerne County, there was not one qualified applicant from this county? Audrey Biscontini Wilkes-Barre

Questions raised over handling of Sterling

isgraceful is a mild word for what the county commissioners and CityVest did to the Hotel Sterling that is now on the “at-risk” list of Preservation Pennsylvania. After viewing the interior pictures of the Sterling in The Times Leader on June 28, the people who sat on the board of the nonprofit organization should be ashamed of themselves and held responsible for the decay of this once-beautiful, local landmark. What was missing in the news article is how City Vest acquired the property. Did the group inherit it or was it purchased? Names of the board members also were omitted. Any other town or city would have issued a citation to the property owner who neglected its appearance. Mayor Tom Leighton seemingly is looking out for his survival while putting the taxpayer deeper in debt. If any city taxpayers wonder why Wilkes-Barre is in debt, review how many nonprofit entities do not pay property taxes, while the mayor says he has $270,000 toward the demolition of the Sterling. Why doesn’t he think positive and allocate that money toward putting a roof on

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the Sterling? The interior of the building can be cleaned, just as hundreds of homes and businesses have after every flood. To date, not one brick has fallen from the building, and thieves have stripped the interior, causing much damage. What kind of police protection has Wilkes-Barre administered if vagrants can “bunk” in the building? Has the neglect of the Sterling been deliberate? What happened to the investigation that was to take place in December 2011? Elaine Givens Plymouth

Parent won’t let obesity become the new normal

eing overweight is normal. The numbers don’t lie: 68.8 percent of U.S. citizens are overweight or obese. A recent study concluded that inactivity now kills roughly as many people as smoking, and health issues caused by obesity will soon become the nation’s biggest killer. National security might be compromised by a lack of qualified recruits due to obesity and character issues. And for the first time in our nation’s history, the generation being born today has a shorter life expectancy than its parents. The statistics are alarming, but few people seem to care. Our society has become largely apathetic toward healthy living, nearing the point of self-destruction. I recently searched through a box of childhood memorabilia with my kids. We looked at team photos from Little League and swim team, and my 1982 school yearbook (I was 11). In a class of about 150, there were two obese students. Today’s statistics correlate to about 45. There used to be a social stigma attached to obesity, but today, absurdly, it’s the opposite: Being thin or well-fit is regarded as an oddity. The culture has changed so drastically that it’s easy to see how the obesity epidemic has exploded: inactivity. Children spend almost all their free time stationary, in front of a screen. I have three wonderful, healthy, physically active children, and I’ll be damned if I will let this culture drag them down. Children are bombarded by messages of effortless satisfaction, and it’s my responsibility to my children to make sure they do not fall prey to the pressures of apathy. It takes persistent reminding to turn off the screens and go outside to play. But it’s worth it. Play builds physical strength, imagination, problem-solving skills and curiosity-related life tools. So reject apathy and help good habits become the new normal. John O. Coates Mifflinville

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W-B Area gets ready for school

The school board acts on a number of items in advance of the start of classes. By MARK GUYDISH mguydish@timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE – While a pre-meeting serving of federal subpoena’s may have dominated Wilkes-Barre Area School Board’s monthly meeting Wednesday, the board worked through the agenda with no noticeable change in behavior, despite the presence of two Secret Service agents in the audience. With school starting in a few

weeks, the board approved six contracts for various pupil services from different agencies, OK’d a contract for transportation services for students attending the Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf in Pittsburgh, and approved change orders in a contract for the replacement of a leaky water main at Meyers High School, at a net cost of nearly $3,690. The board voted to pay about $3,400 to have the artificial turf at Wilkes-Barre Memorial Stadium cleaned and refurbished, but decided to delay any vote on purchasing a $7,102 machine that would be used regularly after the turf is refurbished.

Trooper William Morgan coaches cadets before they enter a burning building simulator.

The board appointed Mark Umpred as teacher from longterm substitute; Sara Kwarcinski, Jessica Polakoski, Janna Michael, Edward Rabel, Barbara Sieminski and Jennifer Jones as teachers; Michael Elias as Meyers principal; Patrick Peters as Meyers substitute assistant principal; Wendy Girmen, Samantha Page, Corey Brenner and Glenn Zimmerman as fulltime substitute teachers. The board reinstated three junior high athletic directors, Christa Galella at Solomon/ Plains, Jeff Labatch at GAR and Frank Correale Hanso at Meyers, due to the return of sev-

Sign hangs at Camp Cadet at Camp Kresge.

enth- and eighth-grade sports. Stephanie Ball was named Coughlin girls volleyball head coach. And the board accepted, though it did not discuss, a revised written hiring policy. It had been publicly unveiled in July and was revised after some public input. It will be voted into the minutes at the next meeting and made public for another 30day review. Board President Maryanne Toole gave Namey a large glass sculpture and certificate commemorating his 42 years of work in the district. He is set to retire at the end of the month.

Cadets watch classmates tackle the climbing wall during Camp Cadet.

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Thousands seek to work legally in U.S. Obama’s move could expand rights of more than 1 million young illegal immigrants. The Associated Press

SANTA ANA, Calif. — Thousands of young illegal immigrants lined up Wednesday hoping for the right to work legally in America without being deported. The Obama administration’s Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, which began Wednesday, could expand the rights of more than 1 million young illegal immigrants by giving them work permits, though they would not obtain legal residency here or a path to citizenship. Less than three months before an expected tight presidential election, the new immigration program is mired in controversy. Republican critics accuse President Barack Obama of drafting the plan to boost his political standing with Latinos ahead of November’s vote and say the program favors illegal immigrants over unemployed citizens during dismal economic times. To be eligible, immigrants must prove they arrived in the United States before they turned 16, are 30 or younger, have been living in the country at least five years and are in school or graduated or served in the military. They cannot have been convicted of certain crimes or otherwise

pose a safety threat. Initial concerns by immigrant rights groups that federal authorities might take a tough approach on applications or that a Republican presidential victory could unravel applicants’ gains have largely been pushed aside by massive interest from thousands of young people eager to work. Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney does not support so-called Dream Act legislation for illegal immigrants who attend college — a key group that Obama aims to reach with this program. The former Massachusetts governor has also criticized the deferred action program but has not said it he would reverse it, pledging instead an unspecified “civil but resolute” long-term fix to illegal immigration. So far, the measure has won favor for Obama along Latinos — many who view immigration as a litmus test when choosing a political candidate, said Manuel Pastor, director of the University of Southern California’s Center for the Study of Immigrant Integration. Some Republican lawmakers have accused Obama of sidestepping Congress and creating a backdoor amnesty program with the high potential for fraud. A decision on each application could take several months, and immigrants have been warned not to leave the country while their application is pending.

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Attorney Kris Kobach, left, walks with U.S. Rep. Lou Barletta, former mayor of Hazleton, down Market Street in Philadelphia on Wednesday.

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apt. James Degnan addresses the Pennsylvania State Police class of Camp Cadet at Camp Kresge in White Haven on Wednesday morning.

Pennsylvania voter ID foe: ‘It’s not over’ Despite court ruling, fight will go on

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HARRISBURG — A tough new voter identification law championed by Republicans can take effect in Pennsylvania for November’s presidential election, a judge ruled Wednesday, despite a torrent of criticism that it will suppress votes among President Barack Obama’s supporters and make it harder for the elderly, disabled, poor and young adults to vote. Commonwealth Court Judge Robert Simpson said he would not grant an injunction that would have halted the law, which requires each voter to show a valid photo ID. Opponents are expected to file an appeal within a day or two to the state Supreme Court as the Nov. 6 election looms. “We’re not done, it’s not over,” said Witold J. Walczak, an American Civil Liberties Union lawyer who helped argue the case for

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will be able to cast their vote on Nov. 6,” Pashinski said. Pashinski and his staff have developed a program to inform 120th District constituents by mail and by phone. He said he recently distributed a newsletter that identifies all of the new voter ID requirements and provides contact numbers. A phone campaign will begin this month, Pashinski said. Rep. Gerald Mullery, D-Newport Township, anticipated the ruling and said his office has been meeting with constituents all summer to ensure they possess valid identification. “They should be able to exer-

the plaintiffs. “It’s why they make appeals courts.” The Republican-penned law — which passed over the objections of Democrats — has ignited a furious debate over voting rights as Pennsylvania is poised to play a key role in deciding the presidential contest. Plaintiffs had asked Simpson during a sixday hearing earlier this summer to block the law from taking effect in this year’s election as part of a wider challenge to its constitutionality. Republicans, who defend the law as necessary to protect the integrity of the election, praised Simpson’s decision, while it was decried by Democrats who say the law will make it harder, if not impossible, for hundreds of thousands people to vote. Opponents portray the law as a partisan scheme to help former Massachusetts Gov.

Mitt Romney beat Obama. In June the state’s Republican House leader boasted to a party gathering that the new photo ID requirement “is going to allow Gov. Romney to win the state.” Simpson, a Republican, didn’t rule on the full merits of the case, only whether to grant a preliminary injunction stopping it from taking effect. He rejected claims that the law is unconstitutional and ruled that the challenge did not meet the stiff requirements to win an injunction. A key element of plaintiffs’ lawyers’ appeal will likely center on Simpson’s decision not to put a heavier legal burden on the government to justify a law that, they say, infringes on a constitutional right. At the state Supreme Court, votes by four justices would be needed to overturn Simpson’s ruling. The high court is currently split between three Republicans and three Democrats after the recent suspension of Justice Joan Orie Melvin, a Republican who is fighting criminal corruption charges.

While many spoke as if the law cise their constitutional right to vote in November,” Mullery said. is final and will be in effect on Nov. 6, others were more cautious. ‘The time factor’ Rep. Karen Boback, R-Harveys But state Sen. John Yudichak, Lake, said she “understands that D-Plymouth Township, worries this ruling is subject to appeal.” State Sen. Lisa Baker, R-Lehabout “the time factor.” “Do we have enough time to man Township, said it is “encouimplement this new law? Are they raging” that the judge believes prepared to ensure that no one the law is being implemented in a who is interested in voting is dis- fair manner. “However, it seems clear that enfranchised?” he asked. “I think it’s clear the commonwealth is the matter will ultimately be decided by the state Supreme not prepared.” Rep. Mike Carroll, D-Avoca, al- Court,” Baker said. State Sen. John Blake, D-Archso raised concerns with timing and implementation and said he bald, said he has been skeptical had hoped the court would con- since the voter ID bill was first proposed by state Republican sider those factors in its ruling. “It seems to me more time is leaders. “I have been deeply concerned necessary to fairly implement a program that directly impacts a for the hundreds of thousands of citizen’s right to vote,” Carroll eligible voters who could be turned away from the polls in our critsaid.

ically important national election in November,” Blake said. “A democracy works best when there is maximum voter participation. Unfortunately, this law serves to suppress the vote for partisan advantage.” Thousands lack photo IDs Blake noted a recent report by the Pennsylvania Department of State estimated that 758,000 registered voters do not have photo identification cards from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. A significant number of these voters are senior citizens who do not drive. “It is time for the commonwealth to aggressively follow through on its plan to provide a free and valid ID to anyone lacking the proper identification to vote,” Blake added.

immigration statutes on which the court must base its decisions, not on objectives of the federal administration. Jadwat, the ACLU attorney, Continued from Page 1A said the Supreme Court ruling in Supreme Court recently sent the the Arizona case “reaffirmed in case back to the Third Circuit af- very strong language that discreter Supreme Court rulings on lo- tion is a principle feature” of the cal and state illegal immigration immigration system. And, Jadwat said, nothing in the laws came down earlier this year in Arizona and Texas. Wednes- recent Supreme Court rulings unday’s hearing was held in the U.S. dermines the appeals court’s origiCourthouse in downtown Phila- nal determination that a city is not entitled to determine if someone delphia. can live there based on the person’s Judge raises questions immigration status. Jadwat also said Congress set McKee asked if the city could adopt an ordinance that would pro- limited ways in which cities and hibit a business from selling food to states can discourage illegal imsomeone unless the person could migrants from living there. “It’s not up to cities to invent new prove they were a citizen. “Can they revoke the license of ways,” he said. As for the employanyone who allowed them to use a restroom? S E E V I D E O S ment provisions of HaHow far do we go?” O N W E B S I T E zleton’s ordinance, Jadwat said the ordinance McKee asked. See video of Hazledoes not give an emAlso, McKee pointed ton Mayor Joe out, the federal govern- Yannuzzi, U.S. Rep. ployee or employer due process if the city ment has discretion in Lou Barletta and informs an employer allowing aliens without attorney Kris Kothat he or she is illegalresidency status to re- bach commenting ly employing an illegal main in the country, cit- on the Hazleton illegal immigration ing as an example case at www.times- immigrant and could lose a business license someone who has lived leader.com. if the employee isn’t here for many years, fired. owns a business that Kobach argued there are adeemploys townspeople and has quate provisions to contest such paid taxes for 20 years. He asked what sort of statutory a determination. regime would allow Hazleton and other cities to overrule discre- Matter under advisement McKee said the judges would tionary directives of federal imtake the matter under advisemigration officials. Kobach said no law requiring a ment and adjourned without check on residency status for im- making a ruling. Hazleton Mayor Joe Yannuzzi mediate needs such as food could ever hold up in court because and U.S. Rep Lou Barletta, who they would require a restaurateur proposed the ordinances when to make a determination on resi- he was Hazleton’s mayor, attended oral arguments and both said dency status. But with Hazleton’s ordinances they were confident that Kobach on housing and employment, presented a winning case. Barletta said he thought it was “there is a juncture where time can be taken to consult with the ironic the arguments were heard federal government” on residen- on the same day President Barack Obama’s executive order cy status, Kobach said. He said federal law requires all granting what he called a twostates and cities “to push illegal year amnesty period to those who entered the country illegally aliens out.” And, Kobach said, it is federal as children went into effect.

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Peoples, Oswald opened the seriesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; second year with wins at Kirby Park. By MATTHEW SHUTT For The Times Leader

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Heidi Peoples finished first in the Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Open with a record time of 5:18.7.

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Sean-Patrick Oswald of Conshohocken was the overall winner at 4:28.5.

two more 1-mile races. The second leg will be Aug. 22 when entrants will take on the notoriously steep Giants Despair Hill. The series concludes on Aug. 31 with the River Street Mile. The Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Open race was equally as close through the first two laps with Redmond nipping at Oswaldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s heels. AP PHOTO

Felix Hernandez became the first pitcher in Seattle Mariners history to pitch a perfect game on Wednesday in a 1-0 win over Tampa Bay. It was the 23rd perfect game in MLB history.

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A look at Paternoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stunning downfall Excerpts from upcoming biography detail the late coachâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sorrow.

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CROWNING MOMENT

Record day for runners WILKES-BARRE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The second annual Valleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fastest Person race series opened Wednesday night at Kirby Park with the Chase Mile Run. Heidi Peoples set a new course record in the Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Open division and former Duke Blue Devil Sean-Patrick Oswald pulled away from Frank Redmond to win the Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Open division. Peoples set out to a fast pace in the Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Open and was challenged early in the race by Samantha Snukis, of St. Claire, who competed in college at Wagner College, where she set the school record in the 800-meter run. Peoples began to open up some distance after the halfway point and pulled away over the final lap and a half, turning on some speed over the final 100 meters to set a new Chase Mile record of 5:18, 13 seconds ahead of Snukis. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I really didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even know I was on the pace until everybody started yelling it out,â&#x20AC;? said Peoples, who was a Division III 1,500-meter national champion in her time at Moravian College. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think it was too fast of a pace, really, because I couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t feel (Samantha) behind me for most of the race. I actually thought I could have gone a little faster, but Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m happy with the result against a tough field and I think Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m set up pretty well for the next two legs.â&#x20AC;? The series continues with

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cess to journalist Joe Posnanski in 2011 to write a biography well before Paterno the scandal broke. The September issue of GQ features an exclusive excerpt, and the biography will be available in bookstores on Tuesday. The excerpt described the frantic period on campus after Sanduskyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s arrest on Nov. 5 following a state grand jury indictment. Another of Paternoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sons, lawyer and lobbyist Scott Paterno, was described as the first member of the family to see the potential that the grand jury report could end his fatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s career. At the time, Joe Paterno was coming off his 409th career win, which then made

STATE COLLEGE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Joe Paterno sobbed while meeting with his coaches and a former player the day after he was fired from Penn State, according to an excerpt of an upcoming on Paterno to be published in GQ magazine. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My name,â&#x20AC;? the Hall of Fame coach was quoted in the excerpt as telling his son and quarterback coach, Jay. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have spent my whole life trying to make that name mean something. And now itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gone.â&#x20AC;? Paterno was fired by school trustees in November in the fallout of the Jerry Sandusky child sex abuse scandal. He died in January at age 85. Paterno had granted ac- See PATERNO, Page 5B

King Felix tosses perfect game By TIM BOOTH AP Sports Writer

SEATTLE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; His arms outstretched to the sky, about to be swallowed by anxious teammates that ignored him for most of nine innings, Felix Hernandez finally conquered the pursuit of perfection heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s chased since his debut as a babyfaced 19-year-old with uncontrollable curly hair and a hat that never sat straight. No more nights of wondering whether this would be the moment Hernandez twirled a historic gem. King Felix has his crowning achievement.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was always in my mind, every game. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;I need to throw a perfect game.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; For every pitcher I think itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in their mind,â&#x20AC;? Hernandez said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Today it happened and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s something special. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have any words to explain this. This is pretty amazing. It doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t happen every day.â&#x20AC;? Hernandez pitched the Seattle Marinersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; first perfect game and the 23rd in baseball history, overpowering the Tampa Bay Rays in a brilliant 1-0 victory Wednesday. The 2010 AL Cy Young Award winner has See PERFECT, Page 4B

Melky banned for 50 games The Giantsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; top hitter apologized after testing positive for testosterone.

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Cabrera leads the National League with 159 hits, and is second in batting average behind Pittsburghâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Andrew McCutchen. Cabreraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s penalty was the first for a highprofile player since last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s NL MVP, Ryan Braun, had his suspension overturned by an arbitrator last winter. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My positive test was the result of my use of a substance I should not have used,â&#x20AC;? Cabrera said in a statement released by the union.

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SAN FRANCISCO â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Melky Cabrera was suspended 50 games Wednesday following a positive test for testosterone, putting an abrupt end to what had been an MVP-caliber regular season and throwing the San Francisco Giantsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; playoff hopes into doubt. See MELKY, Page 5B

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his is a game where everybody wins. How could they not, with so much spirit swirling around the field in the Victory Sports Baseball League? Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s where players with mental and physical disabilities from the Wyoming Valley have been going for the past year, now that theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re too old to play in the Challenger Division of Little League Baseball. â&#x20AC;&#x153;For 21 years, kids have graduated from Challenger and had no place to play,â&#x20AC;? said Dan Berry from Pringle. They do now. Thanks to people like Berry â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a parent of two players and the steady pitcher in the Victory Sports League â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and league president Fred DeSanto, handicapped men and women in this area donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to stop playing competitive baseball when turn 22. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the cutoff age for Little Leagueâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Challenger Division. But those players are getting the chance for a new challenge on the baseball field well into adulthood. The Victory Sports League was started last August, and currently has about 45 active players ranging in age from 15 to 40 who participate. They play most of their games on Wednesday nights at the Pittston Township Little League field, but have also used Little League fields in Kingston and Forty Fort. The games are always between two teams, the Phillies and the Yankees. They usually last two or three innings â&#x20AC;&#x201C; depending on when darkness sets in or the pizza arrives, whichever comes first. And players use rubberized baseballs and bats ranging from hard wood to those plastic oversized models used in Wiffleball games. Everybody bats in each half-inning and nobody gets out, despite some dynamite defensive plays that look like they belong on the highlights of SportsCenter. Even foul balls are fair, because there are no boundaries, and nothing stops every player from scoring in every inning. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a great deal of fun,â&#x20AC;? Berry said.

Joining the hit parade It became obvious from the first batter of Wednesday nightâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s game, when Andrea Yaglowski led off for the Yankees by rolling her wheel chair down the line to beat out a slow grounder. That was just the beginning of the big hits for the Yankees. Big Geno Grataldo, the league leader in home runs, smashed a wicked single to score two runs. Brandon Harvey, the Babe Ruth of the team, turned his cap backwards and pointed to the outfield to call his shot before powdering a big hit to left field. Joey Bubblo used a tomahawk chop of a swing to bring in a run, and didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t stop talking about it, or much or anything else. The Phillies had a few things to talk about, too. Their leadoff man A.J. Warakomski not only rocketed a double in the bottom of the first, he blasted a ball that landed just in front of the center field wall the next time up. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This close to a home run,â&#x20AC;? chortled a delighted Warakomski, holding his fingers just centimeters apart. It sounded like his teammate Eric Davis wanted to part ways with the See SOKOLOSKI, Page 4B

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L O C A L C A L E N D A R Today's Events H.S. GOLF Wyoming Seminary at GAR Holy Redeemer at Wyoming Area

SATURDAY, AUG 18 H.S. FOOTBALL SCRIMMAGES (10 a.m. unless noted; subject to change) Abington Heights at Wyoming Valley West Central Columbia at GAR Central Mountain at Berwick, 11 a.m. Coughlin at Carbondale Dallas at Dunmore Holy Redeemer at Lackawanna Trail Honesdale at Nanticoke Meyers at Western Wayne North Penn at Hazleton Area Northwest at Mid Valley Tunkhannock at Wyoming Area, 9:30 a.m. Riverside at Hanover Area Valley View at Lake-Lehman West Scranton at Pittston Area

MONDAY, AUG. 20

H.S. GOLF Hazleton Area at Wyoming Valley West Crestwood at Berwick Dallas at Coughlin Tunkhannock at Pittston Area Holy Redeemer at GAR Wyoming Seminary at Meyers Hanover Area at Lake-Lehman Nanticoke at MMI Prep

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GOLF 3 p.m. TGC — PGA Tour, Wyndham Championship, first round, at Greensboro, N.C. 6:30 p.m. TGC — USGA, U.S. Amateur Championship, second round matches, at Cherry Hills Village, Colo. (same-day tape)

LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL

1 p.m. ESPN — World Series, Tokyo vs. Willemstad, Curacao, at South Williamsport, Pa. 3 p.m. ESPN — World Series, Petaluma, Calif. vs. Fairfield, Conn., at South Williamsport, Pa. 5 p.m. ESPN2 — World Series, Ramstein, Germany vs. Taoyuan, Taiwan, at South Williamsport, Pa. 8 p.m. ESPN — World Series, Kearney, Neb. vs. Goodlettsville, Tenn., at South Williamsport, Pa.

MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL

1 p.m. YES — Texas at N.Y. Yankees 7 p.m. MLB — Boston at Baltimore SNY – N.Y. Mets at Cincinnati 8 p.m. WQMY – Philadelphia at Milwaukee

MINOR LEAGUE BASEBALL

7 p.m. SE2, WYLN – Trenton at Reading

NFL FOOTBALL

8 p.m. FOX — Preseason, Cincinnati at Atlanta Midnight NFL – Preseason, Cleveland at Green Bay (tape)

TENNIS

1 p.m. ESPN2 — ATP World Tour, Western & Southern Open, round of 16, at Mason, Ohio 7 p.m. ESPN2 — ATP World Tour, Western & Southern Open, round of 16, at Mason, Ohio

T R A N S A C T I O N S BASEBALL COMMISSIONER’S OFFICE—Suspended San Francisco OF Melky Cabrera 50 games for violating Major League Baseball’s Joint Drug Prevention and Treatment Program. American League BALTIMORE ORIOLES—Assigned OF Endy Chavez outright to Norfolk (IL). KANSAS CITY ROYALS—Released 2B Yuniesky Betancourt. MINNESOTA TWINS—Selected the contract of SS Pedro Florimon from Rochester (IL). TORONTO BLUE JAYS—Agreed to terms with C Yorvit Torrealba on a minor league contract. National League CHICAGO CUBS—Fired vice president of player personnel Oneri Fleita. COLORADO ROCKIES—Recalled RHP Guillermo Moscoso from Colorado Springs (PCL). Designated RHP Mike Ekstrom for assignment. NEW YORK METS—Assigned LHP Garrett Olson outright to Buffalo (IL). Optioned C Rob Johnson to Buffalo. ST. LOUIS CARDINALS—Agreed to terms with 1B Brock Peterson on a minor league contract. SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS—Placed RHP Brad Penny on the 15-day DL. Recalled RHP Dan Otero from Fresno (PCL). Assigned RHP Guillermo Mota to the AZL Giants. International League CHARLOTTE KNIGHTS—Sent RHP Gregory Infante to Birmingham (SL). Carolina League WINSTON-SALEM DASH—Promoted RHP Jon Bachanov to Birmingham (SL). Added LHP Matt Wickswat from Birmingham.

BASKETBALL

National Basketball Association CLEVELAND CAVALIERS—Named Koby Altman pro personnel manager. DETROIT PISTONS—Signed F Khris Middleton. HOUSTON ROCKETS—Waived C Josh Harrellson.

FOOTBALL

National Football League CAROLINA PANTHERS—Waived G Andre Ramsey. Signed RB Armond Smith. NEW YORK GIANTS—Placed DT Martin Parker on the waived-injured list. Signed DT Carlton Powell and DT Oren Wilson. NEW YORK JETS—Signed CB LeQuan Lewis.

HOCKEY

National Hockey League SAN JOSE SHARKS—Re-signed F Brandon Mashinter to a one-year contract. ECHL BAKERSFIELD CONDORS—Agreed to terms with G Scott Greenham. READING ROYALS—Agreed to terms with F Tyler Gron. SOUTH CAROLINA STINGRAYS—Agreed to terms with F Mike Ullrich and D Damon Kipp.

LACROSSE

National Lacrosse League MINNESOTA SWARM—Re-signed head coach Joe Sullivan, assistant coaches Aime Caines and Bobby Keast, and director of western scouting Jake Elliott to two-year contracts.

COLLEGE

ARKANSAS—Named Nick Holt on-campus recruiting coordinator. CURRY—Named T.J. Manastersky men’s hockey coach and Tim Murphy men’s lacrosse coach. DELAWARE—Named Brian Walker pitching coach. FELICIAN—Named Aleshia Jijon women’s assistant soccer coach. GEORGE MASON—Announced women’s basketball G Taylor Brown is transferring from Georgetown. GEORGIA STATE—Announced the retirement of football coach Bill Curry after the 2012 season. ILLINOIS—Announced OL Ryan Klachko has transferred from Nebraska. JOHNSON C. SMITH—Named Shenika Worthy women’s associate head basketball coach. SAINT AUGUSTINE—Discontinued its men’s tennis program. VALDOSTA STATE—Announced CB Greg Reid has transferred from Florida State. WASHINGTON & JEFFERSON—Named Tracy Coyne women’s lacrosse coach

C A N A D I A N F O O T B A L L Canadian Football League EAST DIVISION WL Hamilton.................................... 3 3 Toronto ..................................... 3 3 Montreal.................................... 3 3 Winnipeg................................... 1 5 WEST DIVISION WL B.C. ........................................... 4 2 Edmonton ................................. 4 2 Saskatchewan.......................... 3 3 Calgary ..................................... 3 3 Today's Game Hamilton at Winnipeg, 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 17 Montreal at Edmonton, 9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 18 Toronto at Calgary, 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 19 Saskatchewan at B.C., 7 p.m.

T Pts PF PA 0 6 182 198 0 6 138 151 0 6 164 188 0 2 127 199 T Pts PF PA 0 8 158 119 0 8 139 109 0 6 175 141 0 6 186 174

M I L B International League North Division W L Pct. GB Yankees ................................... 70 56 .556 — Pawtucket (Red Sox) .............. 69 57 .548 1 Lehigh Valley (Phillies) ........... 67 59 .532 3 1 Rochester (Twins) ................... 64 61 .512 5 ⁄2 Syracuse (Nationals)............... 61 65 .484 9 Buffalo (Mets)........................... 60 65 .480 91⁄2 South Division W L Pct. GB Charlotte (White Sox)............ 72 53 .576 — Norfolk (Orioles)..................... 63 63 .500 91⁄2 Durham (Rays) ....................... 59 67 .468 131⁄2 Gwinnett (Braves) .................. 57 69 .452 151⁄2 West Division W L Pct. GB Indianapolis (Pirates) ............. 74 51 .592 — Columbus (Indians)................ 64 61 .512 10 Toledo (Tigers)....................... 51 75 .405 231⁄2 Louisville (Reds) .................... 48 77 .384 26 Wednesday's Games Syracuse 1, Toledo 0, 1st game Yankees 5, Pawtucket 1, 1st game Durham 9, Columbus 7 Lehigh Valley 4, Buffalo 1 Rochester 6, Indianapolis 2 Norfolk 5, Gwinnett 2 Louisville at Charlotte, 7:15 p.m. Toledo 4, Syracuse 3, 2nd game Pawtucket 5, Yankees 2, 5 innings, 2nd game Today's Games Gwinnett at Norfolk, 12:15 p.m. Lehigh Valley at Buffalo, 1:05 p.m. Toledo at Syracuse, 7 p.m. Durham at Columbus, 7:05 p.m. Indianapolis at Rochester, 7:05 p.m. Pawtucket vs. Yankees at Pawtucket, 7:05 p.m. Louisville at Charlotte, 7:15 p.m. Friday's Games Toledo at Syracuse, 7 p.m. Lehigh Valley at Buffalo, 7:05 p.m. Durham at Columbus, 7:05 p.m. Indianapolis at Rochester, 7:05 p.m. Pawtucket vs. Yankees at Pawtucket, 7:05 p.m. Louisville at Charlotte, 7:15 p.m. Gwinnett at Norfolk, 7:15 p.m.

New York - Penn League

McNamara Division W L Pct. GB Hudson Valley (Rays)............ 36 19 .655 — Brooklyn (Mets) ...................... 34 21 .618 2 Aberdeen (Orioles) ................ 23 32 .418 13 Staten Island (Yankees) ........ 16 38 .296 191⁄2 Pinckney Division W L Pct. GB Auburn (Nationals) ................. 31 23 .574 — State College (Pirates)........... 28 26 .519 3 Batavia (Cardinals)................. 27 26 .509 31⁄2 Mahoning Valley (Indians) .... 26 28 .481 5 Jamestown (Marlins) ............. 22 30 .423 8 Williamsport (Phillies) ............ 19 34 .358 111⁄2 Stedler Division W L Pct. GB Tri-City (Astros) ...................... 41 14 .745 — Lowell (Red Sox).................... 27 28 .491 14 Vermont (Athletics) ................ 25 30 .455 16 Connecticut (Tigers) .............. 24 30 .444 161⁄2 Wednesday's Games Tri-City 6, Brooklyn 2 Lowell 8, Aberdeen 3 Mahoning Valley 5, Auburn 4 Hudson Valley 2, Connecticut 0 Vermont 6, Staten Island 2 Batavia at Williamsport, late Jamestown at State College, late Today's Games Brooklyn at Tri-City, 7 p.m. Auburn at Mahoning Valley, 7:05 p.m. Aberdeen at Lowell, 7:05 p.m. Batavia at Williamsport, 7:05 p.m. Staten Island at Vermont, 7:05 p.m. Jamestown at State College, 7:05 p.m. Hudson Valley at Connecticut, 7:05 p.m. Friday's Games Brooklyn at Tri-City, 7 p.m. Aberdeen at Lowell, 7:05 p.m. Auburn at State College, 7:05 p.m. Jamestown at Williamsport, 7:05 p.m. Hudson Valley at Connecticut, 7:05 p.m. Batavia at Mahoning Valley, 7:05 p.m. Staten Island at Vermont, 7:05 p.m.

Eastern League

Eastern Division W L Pct. GB Trenton (Yankees) ................. 71 52 .577 — New Britain (Twins) ............... 67 56 .545 4 Reading (Phillies)................... 66 57 .537 5 Binghamton (Mets) ................ 60 63 .488 11 Portland (Red Sox) ................ 57 65 .467 131⁄2 New Hampshire (Blue Jays) . 49 74 .398 22 Western Division W L Pct. GB Akron (Indians) ....................... 72 50 .590 — Bowie (Orioles)....................... 65 58 .528 71⁄2 Richmond (Giants) ................. 61 62 .496 111⁄2 Altoona (Pirates)..................... 59 63 .484 13 Harrisburg (Nationals) ........... 56 67 .455 161⁄2 Erie (Tigers) ............................ 53 69 .434 19 Wednesday's Games Akron 5, Harrisburg 2 Portland 1, Altoona 0 New Britain 4, Richmond 3, 10 innings Binghamton 6, New Hampshire 2 Trenton 6, Reading 5 Bowie 5, Erie 4 Today's Games Altoona at Portland, 6 p.m. Akron at Harrisburg, 7 p.m. Binghamton at New Hampshire, 7:05 p.m. Erie at Bowie, 7:05 p.m. Richmond at New Britain, 7:05 p.m. Trenton at Reading, 7:05 p.m. Friday's Games New Britain at Portland, 7 p.m. Reading at Akron, 7:05 p.m. Richmond at Binghamton, 7:05 p.m. Harrisburg at Erie, 7:05 p.m. Altoona at New Hampshire, 7:05 p.m. Bowie at Trenton, 7:05 p.m.

M L B Perfect Games Perfect games thrown in major league baseball history: Felix Hernandez, Seattle vs. Tampa Bay, 1-0, Aug. 15, 2012. Matt Cain, San Francisco vs. Houston, 10-0, June 13, 2012. Phil Humber, Chicago at Seattle, 4-0, April 21, 2012. Roy Halladay, Philadelphia at Florida, 1-0, May 29, 2010. Dallas Braden, Oakland vs. Tampa Bay, 4-0, May 9, 2010. Mark Buehrle, Chicago (AL) vs. Tampa Bay, 5-0, July 23, 2009. Randy Johnson, Arizona at Atlanta (NL), 2-0, May 18, 2004. David Cone, New York (AL) vs. Montreal, 6-0, July 18, 1999. David Wells, New York (AL) vs. Minnesota, 4-0, May 17, 1998. Kenny Rogers, Texas vs. California (AL), 4-0, July 28, 1994. Dennis Martinez, Montreal at Los Angeles (NL), 2-0, July 28, 1991. Tom Browning, Cincinnati vs. Los Angeles (NL), 1-0, Sept. 16, 1988. Mike Witt, California at Texas (AL), 1-0, Sept. 30, 1984. Len Barker, Cleveland vs. Toronto (AL), 3-0, May 15, 1981. Catfish Hunter, Oakland vs. Minnesota (AL), 4-0, May 8, 1968. Sandy Koufax, Los Angeles vs. Chicago (NL), 1-0, Sept. 9, 1965. Jim Bunning, Philadelphia at New York (NL), 6-0, June 21, 1964. x-Don Larsen, New York (AL) vs. Brooklyn (NL), 2-0, Oct. 8, 1956. Charles Robertson, Chicago at Detroit (AL), 2-0, April 30, 1922. Addie Joss, Cleveland vs. Chicago (AL), 1-0, Oct. 2, 1908. Cy Young, Boston vs. Philadelphia (AL), 3-0, May 5, 1904. x-World Series Special Mention Prior to modern era John Richmond, Worcester vs. Cleveland (NL), 1-0, June 12, 1880. John Ward, Providence vs. Buffalo (NL), 5-0, June 17, 1880. Unofficial perfect games y-Ernie Shore, Boston vs. Washington (AL), 4-0, June 23, 1917. z-Harvey Haddix, Pittsburgh vs. Milwaukee (NL), 0-1, 13 innings, May 26, 1959. a-Pedro Martinez, Montreal at San Diego, June 3, 1995, 1-0, 10 innings. y-Entered game after starter Babe Ruth walked Ray Morgan, and following an argument, was ejected by umpire Brick Owens. Morgan was caught stealing and Shore retired the remaining 26 batters. z-Pitched 12 perfect innings, lost in 13th on an error, sacrifice bunt, walk and double. a-Pitched 9 perfect innings, allowed leadoff double in 10th and was replaced by Mel Rojas, who finished one-hitter in 1-0 win. No-Hitters List American League Phil Humber, Chicago at Seattle, 4-0, April 21 (pefect game). Jered Weaver, L.A. Angels vs. Minnesota, 9-0, May 2. Felix Hernandez, Seattle, vs. Tampa Bay, 1-0, Aug. 15 (perfect game). National League Johan Santana, N.Y. Mets vs. St. Louis, 8-0, June 1. Matt Cain, San Francisco vs. Houston,10-0, June13 (perfect game). Interleague Kevin Millwood (6 innings), Charlie Furbush (2-3), Stephen Pryor (1-3), Lucas Luetge (1-3), Brandon League (2-3), Tom Wilhelmsen (1), Seattle vs. L.A. Dodgers, 1-0, June 8.

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Little League World Series At South Williamsport Double Elimination UNITED STATES GREAT LAKES, New Castle, Ind.; MID-ATLANTIC, Parsippany, N.J.; MIDWEST, Kearney, Neb.; NEW ENGLAND, Fairfield, Conn.; NORTHWEST, Gresham, Ore.; SOUTHEAST, Goodlettsville, Tenn.; SOUTHWEST, San Antonio; WEST, Petaluma, Calif. INTERNATIONAL ASIA-PACIFIC, Taoyuan, Taiwan; CANADA, Vancouver, British Columbia; CARIBBEAN, Willemstad, Curacao; EUROPE, Ramstein, Germany; JAPAN, Tokyo; LATIN AMERICA, Aguadulce, Panama; MEA, Lugazi, Uganda; MEXICO, Nuevo Laredo. Thursday, Aug. 16 Game 1 — Tokyo vs. Willemstad, Curacao, 1 p.m. Game 2 — Petaluma, Calif. vs. Fairfield, Conn., 3 p.m. Game 3 — Ramstein, Germany vs. Taoyuan, Taiwan, 5 p.m. Game 4 — Kearney, Neb. vs. Goodlettsville, Tenn., 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 17 Game 5 — Nuevo Laredo, Mexico vs. Vancouver, British Columbia, 1 p.m. Game 6 — Parsippany, N.J. vs. San Antonio, 3 p.m. Game 7 — Aguadulce, Panama vs. Lugazi, Uganda, 5 p.m. Game 8 — New Castle, Ind. vs. Gresham, Ore., 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 18 Game 9 — Game 1 loser vs. Game 3 loser, Noon Game 10 — Game 2 loser vs. Game 4 loser, 3 p.m. Game 11 — Game 5 loser vs. Game 7 loser, 6 p.m. Game 12 — Game 6 loser vs. Game 8 loser, 8 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 19 Game 13 — Game 5 winner vs. Game 7 winner, Noon Game 14 — Game 2 winner vs. Game 4 winner, 2 p.m. Game 15 — Game 6 winner vs. Game 8 winner, 5 p.m. Game 16 — Game 1 winner vs. Game 3 winner, 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 20 Consolation — Game 9 loser vs. Game 10 loser, Noon Game 17 — Game 13 loser vs. Game 9 winner, 2 p.m. Game 18 — Game 14 loser vs. Game 12 winner, 4 p.m. Game 19 — Game 16 loser vs. Game 11 winner, 6 p.m. Game 20 — Game 15 loser vs. Game 10 winner, 8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 21 Consolation — Game 11 loser vs. Game 12 loser, 1 p.m. Game 21 — Game 17 winner vs. Game 19 winner, 4 p.m. Game 22 — Game 18 winner vs. Game 20 winner, 8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 22 Game 23 — Game 13 winner vs. Game 16 winner, 4 p.m. Game 24 — Game 14 winner vs. Game 15 winner, 8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 23 Game 25 — Game 21 winner vs. Game 23 loser, 4 p.m. Game 26 — Game 22 winner vs. Game 24 loser, 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 24 Rain day, no games scheduled. Saturday, Aug. 25 International championship — Game 23 winner vs. Game 25 winner, 12:30 p.m. U.S. championship, Game 24 winner vs. Game 26 winner, 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 26 At Lamade Stadium Third Place International runner-up vs. U.S. runner-up, 11 a.m. World Championship International champion vs. U.S. champion, 3 p.m.

F O O T B A L L National Football League Preseason Glance AMERICAN CONFERENCE East ........................... W L T Pct New England ... 1 0 0 1.000 Buffalo .............. 0 1 0 .000 Miami ................ 0 1 0 .000 N.Y. Jets........... 0 1 0 .000 South ........................... W L T Pct Houston............ 1 0 0 1.000 Indianapolis...... 1 0 0 1.000 Jacksonville ..... 1 0 0 1.000 Tennessee ....... 0 1 0 .000 North ........................... W L T Pct Baltimore .......... 1 0 0 1.000 Cincinnati.......... 1 0 0 1.000 Cleveland ......... 1 0 0 1.000 Pittsburgh......... 0 1 0 .000 West ........................... W L T Pct Denver.............. 1 0 0 1.000 Kansas City...... 1 0 0 1.000 San Diego ........ 1 0 0 1.000 Oakland ............ 0 1 0 .000 NATIONAL CONFERENCE East ........................... W L T Pct Dallas................ 1 0 0 1.000 Philadelphia ..... 1 0 0 1.000 Washington...... 1 0 0 1.000 N.Y. Giants....... 0 1 0 .000 South ........................... W L T Pct Tampa Bay ....... 1 0 0 1.000 New Orleans .... 1 1 0 .500 Atlanta............... 0 1 0 .000 Carolina............ 0 1 0 .000 North ........................... W L T Pct Chicago ............ 0 1 0 .000 Detroit ............... 0 1 0 .000 Green Bay ........ 0 1 0 .000 Minnesota ........ 0 1 0 .000 West ........................... W L T Pct San Francisco.. 1 0 0 1.000 Seattle............... 1 0 0 1.000 St. Louis ........... 0 1 0 .000 Arizona ............. 0 2 0 .000 Today's Games Cleveland at Green Bay, 8 p.m. Cincinnati at Atlanta, 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 17 Tennessee at Tampa Bay, 7:30 p.m. Buffalo at Minnesota, 8 p.m. Jacksonville at New Orleans, 8 p.m. Detroit at Baltimore, 8 p.m. Miami at Carolina, 8 p.m. Oakland at Arizona, 10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 18 N.Y. Giants at N.Y. Jets, 7 p.m.

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PF 26 38 32 17

PA 13 3 31 27

PF 31 17 19 23

PA 17 6 17 24

PF 31 27 21 0

PA 3 17 13 3

PF 3 24 7 31

PA 0 23 6 32

PF 20 23 17 13

PA 7 17 31 26

PF 3 17 13 6

PA 31 19 21 17

PF 17 27 3 27

PA 6 17 38 44

B O X I N G Fight Schedule Aug. 17 At Buffalo Run Casino, Miami, Okla. (ESPN2), Don George vs. Dionisio Miranda, 10, super middleweights; Carlos Molina vs. Damian Frias, 10, junior middleweights. Aug. 18 At Ballys Park Place Hotel Casino, Atlantic City, N.J., Joel Diaz vs. Guillermo Sanchez, 10, super featherweights. At Doubletree Hotel, Miami, Francisco Figueroa vs. Breidis Prescott, 10, junior welterweights; Rances Barthelemy, vs. Alejandro Rodriguez, 10, super featherweights.

EASTERN CONFERENCE W L Pct Connecticut .................. 15 4 .789 Indiana .......................... 10 7 .588 Atlanta ........................... 9 10 .474 Chicago......................... 8 9 .471 New York ...................... 6 12 .333 Washington .................. 4 14 .222 WESTERN CONFERENCE W L Pct Minnesota..................... 15 4 .789 San Antonio.................. 13 5 .722 Los Angeles ................. 15 6 .714 Seattle ........................... 9 10 .474 Phoenix......................... 4 15 .211 Tulsa ............................. 3 15 .167 Wednesday's Games No games scheduled Today's Games Washington at Indiana, 7 p.m. Connecticut at New York, 7 p.m. Phoenix at Seattle, 10 p.m. Friday's Games Washington at Minnesota, 8 p.m. San Antonio at Tulsa, 8 p.m. Atlanta at Chicago, 8:30 p.m.

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Pocono Downs Results Wednesday Aug 15, 2012 First - $13,000 Trot 1:53.4 3-Iron Will (Er Carlson) 5.00 3.00 2.40 2-Berkshire (Ma Kakaley) 3.20 2.40 8-Man About Town (Ho Parker) 2.40 EXACTA (3-2) $24.00 TRIFECTA (3-2-8) $78.40 50 CENT TRIFECTA (50 Cent) $19.60 SUPERFECTA (3-2-8-1) $287.60 10 CENT SUPERFECTA (10 Cent) $14.38 Second - $6,000 Pace 1:54.1 3-Little Red Dress (Ge Napolitano Jr) 5.00 3.20 2.60 5-My Red Hot Mama (Er Carlson) 4.00 4.60 9-Another Dawn (An McCarthy) 12.40 19.00 EXACTA (3-5) $15.00 EXACTA (3-9) $67.80 TRIFECTA (3-5-9) $247.00 TRIFECTA (3-9-5) $431.40 50 CENT TRIFECTA (50 Cent 3-5-9) $61.75 50 CENT TRIFECTA (50 Cent 3-9-5) $107.85 SUPERFECTA (3-5-9-6) $1,079.60 SUPERFECTA (3-9-5-6) $3,343.80 10 CENT SUPERFECTA (10 Cent 3-5-9-6) $53.98 10 CENT SUPERFECTA (10 Cent 3-9-5-6) $167.19 DAILY DOUBLE (3-3) $19.60 Third - $11,000 Trot 1:56.3 3-Bullvillcomeonjohn (Ji Taggart Jr) 7.80 3.80 2.80 4-Symphantab (Da Ingraham) 8.20 6.20 7-Fortythirdst Tim (Er Carlson) 7.20 EXACTA (3-4) $53.60 TRIFECTA (3-4-7) $276.40 50 CENT TRIFECTA (50 Cent) $69.10 SUPERFECTA (3-4-7-2) $2,423.20 10 CENT SUPERFECTA (10 Cent) $121.16 Fourth - $9,500 Pace 1:56.0 2-True Reflection (Ge Napolitano Jr) 9.40 5.00 3.60 6-Senorita Bella (Ty Buter) 5.80 3.40 8-Fun Filly (Ho Parker) 8.00 EXACTA (2-6) $62.20 TRIFECTA (2-6-8) $5,148.40 50 CENT TRIFECTA (50 Cent) $1,287.10 SUPERFECTA (2-6-8-7) $10,319.80 10 CENT SUPERFECTA (10 Cent) $515.99 Fifth - $14,000 Trot 1:54.1 6-In Your Room (Mi Simons) 10.00 4.60 2.80 4-Pilgrims Power (Ty Buter) 4.60 3.00 3-P L Eureka (Ho Parker) 4.20 EXACTA (6-4) $43.20 TRIFECTA (6-4-3) $148.80 50 CENT TRIFECTA (50 Cent) $37.20 SUPERFECTA (6-4-3-8) $1,785.60 10 CENT SUPERFECTA (10 Cent) $89.28 PICK 3 (3-2-6) $184.00 Sixth - $11,000 Pace 1:52.0 5-Eagle Jolt (Ge Napolitano Jr) 16.00 6.20 2.60 7-B N Bad (Jo Pavia Jr) 3.00 2.40 3-Glass Pack (Ty Buter) 3.40 EXACTA (5-7) $51.00 TRIFECTA (5-7-3) $215.00 50 CENT TRIFECTA (50 Cent) $53.75 SUPERFECTA (5-7-3-1) $4,498.40 10 CENT SUPERFECTA (10 Cent) $224.92 Seventh - $11,000 Trot 1:55.1 2-Texas Ridge (Br Sears) 7.80 4.00 2.60 6-Di Manggio (Ho Parker) 6.00 5.60 9-Engamer Nordc Star (Er Carlson) 8.40 EXACTA (2-6) $41.20 TRIFECTA (2-6-9) $375.20 50 CENT TRIFECTA (50 Cent) $93.80 SUPERFECTA (2-6-9-1) $4,238.60 10 CENT SUPERFECTA (10 Cent) $211.93 Eighth - $8,500 Pace 1:52.3 4-Smokin N Grinin (Jo Pavia Jr) 4.20 2.40 2.20 7-Cruisinthecoast (Ge Napolitano Jr) 3.80 2.60 6-Natural Woman N (Mi Simons) 4.20 EXACTA (4-7) $17.20 TRIFECTA (4-7-6) $125.60 50 CENT TRIFECTA (50 Cent) $31.40 SUPERFECTA (4-7-6-9) $903.00 10 CENT SUPERFECTA (10 Cent) $45.15 Ninth - $12,000 Pace 1:52.2 3-Twin B Passion (Ma Kakaley) 7.20 3.80 2.80 4-Medoland Santorini (Br Sears) 6.40 5.40 6-Jack’s Magic Jewel (Br Simpson) 6.80 EXACTA (3-4) $29.80 TRIFECTA (3-4-6) $378.80 50 CENT TRIFECTA (50 Cent) $94.70 SUPERFECTA (3-4-6-2) $1,584.20 10 CENT SUPERFECTA (10 Cent) $79.21 PICK 4 (5-2-4-3 (4 Out of 4)) $1,266.00 Tenth - $112,508 Trot 1:56.0 3-Major Athens (Br Sears) 6.00 2.40 2.20 2-Dontyouforgetit (Ji Takter) 2.10 2.10 6-Vibe Blue Chip (Ma Kakaley) 7.60 EXACTA (3-2) $7.80 TRIFECTA (3-2-6) $103.00 50 CENT TRIFECTA (50 Cent) $25.75 SUPERFECTA (3-2-6-1) $298.20 10 CENT SUPERFECTA (10 Cent) $14.91 Eleventh - $112,509 Trot 1:56.2 1-Punxsutawney (Ma Kakaley) 90.00 26.20 8.60 3-Bluto (Ji Takter) 2.40 2.40 2-Bullish (Ch Norris) 4.80 EXACTA (1-3) $132.40 TRIFECTA (1-3-2) $670.40 50 CENT TRIFECTA (50 Cent) $167.60 SUPERFECTA (1-3-2-4) $15,187.20 10 CENT SUPERFECTA (10 Cent) $759.36 Twelfth - $112,508 Trot 1:55.0 1-Aperfectyankee (Ji Oscarsson) 3.60 2.40 2.10 6-Spider Blue Chip (Da Miller) 3.80 2.20 2-My Man Can (An Miller) 2.40 EXACTA (1-6) $15.00 TRIFECTA (1-6-2) $50.60 50 CENT TRIFECTA (50 Cent) $12.65 SUPERFECTA (1-6-2-3) $548.60 10 CENT SUPERFECTA (10 Cent) $27.43 PICK 3 (3-1-1) $658.80 Thirteenth - $9,000 Pace 1:52.2 4-Franciegirl (An McCarthy) 6.40 2.80 2.40 9-Up Front Cruiser (Ge Napolitano Jr) 3.00 2.40 1-Tia Maria Hanover (Ho Parker) 2.10 EXACTA (4-9) $23.40 TRIFECTA (4-9-1) $107.20 50 CENT TRIFECTA (50 Cent) $26.80 SUPERFECTA (4-9-1-6) $1,377.40 10 CENT SUPERFECTA (10 Cent) $68.87 Fourteenth - $13,000 Trot 1:54.1 6-Proud Moment (Br Simpson) 5.00 2.80 2.60 3-Rapid Strategy (Ma Kakaley) 2.60 2.20 1-Freedom Ridge (Th Jackson) 4.80 EXACTA (6-3) $15.40 TRIFECTA (6-3-1) $84.80 50 CENT TRIFECTA (50 Cent) $21.20 SUPERFECTA (6-3-1-2) $261.00 10 CENT SUPERFECTA (10 Cent) $13.05 Fifteenth - $9,500 Pace 1:54.4 5-Tiger Boudoir (Br Simpson) 3.40 2.20 2.10 6-La D Da Hanover (Mi Simons) 4.00 2.20 3-Nominal Hanover (Ge Napolitano Jr) 2.40 EXACTA (5-6) $15.20 TRIFECTA (5-6-3) $40.40 50 CENT TRIFECTA (50 Cent) $10.10 SUPERFECTA (5-6-3-2) $121.40 10 CENT SUPERFECTA (10 Cent) $6.07 LATE DOUBLE (6-5) $12.80 Scratched: Rose Ruthless Total Handle-$389,245

Midnight Hoops Basketball League Boys Basketball Fall League will be held at Wyoming Seminary on Wednesdays and Sundays beginning Sept. 5 and ending Oct. 7. Open to all high school freshmen to seniors. Registration and league information is available at leaguelineup.com/midnighthoops. Contact Steve Modrovsky at 793-3280. South Wilkes-Barre Little League will hold field day and closing ceremonies on Saturday August 25 at 5 p.m. Players should wear their team shirts and hats. South Wilkes-Barre Teener League will host its annual late summer/ early fall wood bat league every Saturday and Sunday from Aug. 18 to Oct. 20, with all games played at Christian Field in Wilkes-Barre. Teams with players ages 13-15 will play Saturdays and those 16-18 with play Sundays. Cost is $50 per team plus umpire fees. Each team will provide one new baseball per game. For more information, call Nick at 793-6430. MEETINGS Berwick Boys Basketball Boosters Meeting will be held Wednesday, Aug. 22 at 7 p.m. in the gym lobby area. This meeting will be about the upcoming golf tournament at the Berwick Golf Club Saturday, Sept. 9. You can contact coach Jason Kingery at 394-7115 if you have any questions. Checkerboard Inn Bowling League will meet Thursday, Aug. 16 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 and teams for the fall/winter season. If interested, call Chacko’s Lanes or Frank Lipski at 675-7532. GAR Football Booster Club will meet today at 7 p.m. in the Choral Room at the high school. New members are welcome. Contact Ron Petrovich at 970-4110 during the day, 829-0569 in the evening or on his cellular phone at 380-3185. Hanover Area Youth Soccer will hold its monthly meeting Monday, August 20 at 6 p.m. at the Route 29 Sports Complex. All board members are urged to attend. South Wilkes-Barre Mini Mohawks will have their monthly meeting on Aug. 20 at 7 p.m. at the Riverside Cafe. Wyoming Area Soccer will have its monthly parents meeting Sunday, Aug. 19 at 6 p.m. at Butler Street Park. All parents are invited to attend. PRACTICES Crestwood Boys and Girls Cross Country teams will be holding practice Friday, Aug. 17 starting at 5:30 p.m. meeting at the rear of the high school building. Any Crestwood student in grades 9-12 interested in running should attend. Any Crestwood Middle School student in grade eight interested in running should also attend. Physical forms should be brought at this time. For more information, contact coach Fran Gough at frango58@gmail.com.

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A U.S. Open Series event Wednesday At The Lindner Family Tennis Center Mason, Ohio Purse: Men, $3.43 million (Masters 1000);Women, $2.17 million (Premier) Surface: Hard-Outdoor Singles Men Second Round Mardy Fish (10), United States, def. Carlos Berlocq, Argentina, 6-3, 6-1. Novak Djokovic (2), Serbia, def. Andreas Seppi, Italy, 7-6 (4), 6-2. Juan Martin del Potro (6), Argentina, def. Tommy Haas, Germany, 7-5, 6-2. Andy Murray (3), Britain, def. Sam Querrey, United States, 6-2, 6-4. Kei Nishikori (14), Japan, def. James Blake, United States, 2-6, 6-4, 6-4. Marin Cilic (12), Croatia, def. Jesse Levine, United States, 7-5, 7-6 (6). Roger Federer (1), Switzerland, def. Alex Bogomolov Jr., Russia, 6-3, 6-2. Stanislas Wawrinka, Switzerland, def. David Ferrer (4), Spain, 6-4, 6-1. Women Second Round Agnieszka Radwanska (1), Poland, def. Sofia Arvidsson, Sweden, 6-4, 6-3. Andrea Hlavackova, Czech Republic, def. Dominika Cibulkova (11), Slovakia, 7-6 (1), 4-1, retired. Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova (17), Russia, def. Julia Goerges, Germany, 6-3, 6-0. Petra Kvitova (4), Czech Republic, def. Mona Barthel, Germany, 3-6, 6-2, 7-5. Sara Errani (7), Italy, def. Daniela Hantuchova, Slovakia, 6-4, 6-4. Venus Williams, United States, def. Chanelle Scheepers, South Africa, 2-6, 6-3, 6-2. Caroline Wozniacki (6), Denmark, def. Sesil Karatantcheva, Kazakhstan, 6-1, 6-0. Li Na (9), China, def. Sorana Cirstea, Romania, 6-3, 4-6, 6-3.

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SAN FRANCISCO — Stephen Strasburg outpitched Tim Lincecum, Danny Espinosa hit a go-ahead two-run homer in the third inning and the Washington Nationals beat the San Francisco Giants 6-4 on Wednesday. Jayson Werth drove in three runs and Kurt Suzuki added a sacrifice fly for the NL Eastleading Nationals, who won their fourth straight series and now head home for key series against divisional opponents New York and Atlanta. Strasburg (14-5) struck out seven and walked four in six innings to win his third straight start, while Lincecum’s latest shaky outing was over after just four innings.

Dodgers 9, Pirates 3

PITTSBURGH — Clayton Kershaw won his fourth consecutive start, Matt Kemp drove in three runs and the Los Angeles Dodgers moved into first place in the NL West with a 9-3 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday night. Kemp had a two-run double and scored during the Dodgers’ three-run fourth against Wandy Rodriguez (7-12). Shane Victorino singled and scored in that inning, part of his 3-for-5, tworun game. Braves 6, Padres 1

ATLANTA — Dan Uggla’s three-run homer in the third inning gave Atlanta the lead and Paul Maholm threw seven strong innings to lead the Braves to a 6-1 win over the Marlins 9, Phillies 2 San Diego Padres on WednesMIAMI — Greg Dobbs drove day night. in Miami’s first run in 31 inThe Braves remained 41⁄2 nings then hit a go-ahead games behind NL East-leading homer in the sixth off Roy Washington, which earned a Halladay to help the Marlins 6-4 win at San Francisco. beat Philadelphia. Mark Buehrle (10-11) Cubs 7, Astros 2 achieved the 10-win milestone CHICAGO — David DeJesus on his sixth try, extending his homered twice and tied a castreak reaching double digits reer best with four hits, and wins to 12 straight years. The Justin Germano cruised lefty allowed two runs in seven through six innings to lead innings. Chicago over Houston. Reds 6, Mets 1

CINCINNATI — Scott Rolen and Todd Frazier hit back-toback home runs, and Mike Leake pitched his second complete game of the season, helping the Cincinnati Reds extend their win streak to five with a 6-1 win over the New York Mets on Wednesday night. Jay Bruce homered for the third consecutive game, helping the first-place Reds improve to 21-8 since All-Star first baseman Joey Votto was forced out of the lineup with a left knee injury.

DENVER — Tyler Colvin hit a two-run double down the first base line in the ninth inning, rallying Colorado to a win over Milwaukee. Cardinals 5, Diamondbacks 2

ST. LOUIS — Adam Wainwright allowed two runs in six innings and the St. Louis Cardinals got home runs from David Freese and Allen Craig in a 5-2 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Wednesday night.

From no-no to no way as Sox fall to Orioles BALTIMORE — Held hitless by Aaron Cook through five innings, the Baltimore Orioles sent 10 batters to the plate during a five-run sixth and beat the Boston Red Sox 5-3 Wednesday night. Baltimore trailed 2-0 before rallying against Cook, who fueled the uprising with a throwing error on a potential inning-ending, double-play comebacker. The miscue led to three unearned runs and saddled Cook (3-6) with his fourth loss in five starts. Rookie Miguel Gonzalez (5-2) allowed two runs and six hits in six innings to help the Orioles (64-53) secure their ninth win in 11 games and move a game ahead of Tampa Bay for the top AL wild-card spot. Jim Johnson worked the ninth for his 35th save in 38 tries.

homer against his former team. The Tigers began the day two games behind Chicago in the AL Central, with seven contests remaining between them this season. White Sox 9, Blue Jays 5

TORONTO — Adam Dunn hit his major league-leading 34th home run, Dayan Viciedo and DeWayne Wise also connected and the Chicago White Sox beat the Blue Jays 9-5 on Wednesday night, posting consecutive victories in Toronto for the first time in six years. Gavin Floyd pitched six innings to snap a three-start winless streak as the White Sox won back-to-back games north of the border for the first time since Aug. 4-5, 2006. Chicago came in having lost 16 of its previous 20 games at Rogers Centre.

Tigers 5, Twins 1

Royals 3, Athletics 2

MINNEAPOLIS — Miguel Cabrera became the first player in Tigers history to reach 30 home runs in five straight seasons and Max Scherzer threw seven scoreless innings for Detroit in a 5-1 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday. Cabrera also singled in the fifth off Cole De Vries (2-4) to push his majors-leading total to 103 RBIs. His opposite-field solo shot in the first inning put the Tigers in front, and Scherzer (12-6) struck out 10 batters to move ahead of teammate Justin Verlander for the AL lead for at least a few days. Delmon Young added a two-run

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Will Smith pitched seven strong innings, Chris Getz doubled home the go-ahead run and the Kansas City Royals defeated the Oakland Athletics 3-2 on Wednesday night. Smith (4-4), a 23-year-old rookie left-hander, limited the A’s to two runs and five hits, while striking out five and walking one. With two outs in the seventh, Eric Hosmer, Lorenzo Cain and Getz hit consecutive doubles, the first Kansas City extra-base hits of the game. Cain, who was in a 2-for-24 skid, doubled home Hosmer to tie the score.

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STANDINGS/STATS S TA N D I N G S New York...................................... Baltimore ...................................... Tampa Bay ................................... Boston .......................................... Toronto .........................................

W 69 64 63 57 55

Chicago ........................................ Detroit ........................................... Cleveland ..................................... Kansas City.................................. Minnesota ....................................

W 64 63 54 51 50

Texas ............................................. Oakland.......................................... Los Angeles .................................. Seattle ............................................

W 67 61 61 55

Washington.................................. Atlanta........................................... New York...................................... Philadelphia ................................. Miami ............................................

W 73 68 55 54 53

Cincinnati...................................... Pittsburgh..................................... St. Louis ....................................... Milwaukee .................................... Chicago ........................................ Houston ........................................

W 71 64 64 52 46 39

Los Angeles ................................. San Francisco .............................. Arizona ......................................... San Diego..................................... Colorado.......................................

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AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division L Pct GB WCGB 47 .595 — — 53 .547 51⁄2 — — 54 .538 61⁄2 61 .483 13 61⁄2 62 .470 141⁄2 8 Central Division L Pct GB WCGB 52 .552 — — 1 55 .534 2 ⁄2 63 .462 101⁄2 9 65 .440 13 111⁄2 67 .427 141⁄2 13 West Division L Pct GB WCGB 48 .583 — — 55 .526 61⁄2 11⁄2 56 .521 7 2 64 .462 14 9 NATIONAL LEAGUE East Division L Pct GB WCGB 45 .619 — — 49 .581 41⁄2 — 62 .470 171⁄2 9 63 .462 181⁄2 10 65 .449 20 111⁄2 Central Division L Pct GB WCGB 46 .607 — — 53 .547 7 — 53 .547 7 — 64 .448 181⁄2 111⁄2 70 .397 241⁄2 171⁄2 80 .328 33 26 West Division L Pct GB WCGB 53 .551 — — 1 54 .542 1 ⁄2 59 .496 61⁄2 6 67 .437 131⁄2 13 71 .383 191⁄2 19

AMERICAN LEAGUE Tuesday's Games Baltimore 7, Boston 1 N.Y. Yankees 3, Texas 0 Chicago White Sox 3, Toronto 2 Detroit 8, Minnesota 4 Kansas City 5, Oakland 0 L.A. Angels 9, Cleveland 6 Seattle 3, Tampa Bay 2 Wednesday's Games Detroit 5, Minnesota 1 Seattle 1, Tampa Bay 0 Baltimore 5, Boston 3 Texas at N.Y. Yankees, 7:05 p.m. Chicago White Sox 9, Toronto 5 Kansas City 3, Oakland 2 Cleveland at L.A. Angels, 10:05 p.m. Thursday's Games Texas (D.Holland 7-6) at N.Y. Yankees (Nova 11-6), 1:05 p.m. Boston (Buchholz 10-3) at Baltimore (Tillman 5-2), 7:05 p.m. Chicago White Sox (Liriano 3-10) at Toronto (Laffey 3-3), 7:07 p.m. Oakland (Straily 0-0) at Kansas City (Hochevar 7-10), 8:10 p.m. Tampa Bay (Price 15-4) at L.A. Angels (Haren 8-9), 10:05 p.m. Friday's Games Baltimore at Detroit, 7:05 p.m. Boston at N.Y. Yankees, 7:05 p.m. Texas at Toronto, 7:07 p.m. Chicago White Sox at Kansas City, 8:10 p.m. Cleveland at Oakland, 10:05 p.m. Tampa Bay at L.A. Angels, 10:05 p.m. Minnesota at Seattle, 10:10 p.m. NATIONAL LEAGUE Tuesday's Games

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A M E R I C A N L E A G U E Mariners 1, Rays 0 Tampa Bay

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Tigers 5, Twins 1 Detroit

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White Sox 9, Blue Jays 5 Chicago

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Orioles 5, Red Sox 3 Boston

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Royals 3, Athletics 2 Oakland

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N A T I O N A L L E A G U E Nationals 6, Giants 4 Washington

San Francisco ab r h bi Pagan cf 5 0 0 0 Theriot 2b 4 0 0 0 JaLopz p 0 0 0 0 Hensly p 0 0 0 0 HSnchz ph 1 1 1 0 Sandovl 3b 4 1 2 0 Posey c 4 1 1 0 Pence rf 3 1 0 0 Belt 1b 4 0 1 0 GBlanc lf 4 0 2 1 BCrwfr ss 3 0 1 2 Linccm p 0 0 0 0 Arias ph 1 0 0 0 Kontos p 0 0 0 0 Mijares p 0 0 0 0 SCasill p 0 0 0 0 Scutaro ph-2b 2 0 0 0 Totals 38 612 6 Totals 35 4 8 3 Washington ....................... 202 010 100 — 6 San Francisco.................... 020 000 011 — 4 E—LaRoche (6). LOB—Washington 11, San Francisco 9. 2B—Lombardozzi 2 (16), LaRoche (25), Morse (15), Espinosa (29), Posey (24). HR—Espinosa (13). SB—Lombardozzi (4), Werth (4). S— Lincecum. SF—K.Suzuki. IP H R ER BB SO Washington Strasburg W,14-5 ... 6 4 2 2 4 7 Mattheus................... 1 0 0 0 0 0 S.Burnett .................. 1 3 1 1 0 2 Clippard S,25-29..... 1 1 1 0 0 1 San Francisco Lincecum L,6-13 ..... 4 8 4 4 1 5 Kontos ...................... 1 2 1 1 0 2 Mijares...................... 1 0 0 0 1 0 S.Casilla................... 1 1 1 1 1 0 Ja.Lopez .................. 2⁄3 1 0 0 1 2 Hensley .................... 11⁄3 0 0 0 0 1 HBP—by Lincecum (Espinosa). WP—Lincecum, Ja.Lopez. Umpires—Home, Mike Estabrook;First, Larry Vanover;Second, Dan Bellino;Third, Jerry Layne. Lmrdzz 2b Harper cf Zmrmn 3b LaRoch 1b Morse lf SBurntt p Clipprd p Werth rf Espinos ss KSuzuk c Strasrg p Tracy ph Matths p Berndn lf

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Miami

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Rockies 7, Brewers 6 Milwaukee Aoki rf CGomz cf RWeks 2b ArRmr 3b Hart 1b Lucroy c Morgan lf Segura ss MRgrs p FrRdrg p

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Cubs 7, Astros 2 Houston

Chicago ab r h bi ab r h bi Altuve 2b 4 0 3 0 DeJess rf 4 2 4 3 MGnzlz ss-3b 4 0 0 0 Vitters 3b 5 0 1 0 Pearce 1b-lf 3 0 0 0 Rizzo 1b 5 0 0 0 Maxwll lf 2 0 0 0 ASorin lf 2 1 0 0 Fick p 0 0 0 0 SCastro ss 4 2 3 2 XCeden p 0 0 0 0 Valuen 2b 3 0 1 0 Bogsvc ph-cf 2 0 1 0 BJcksn cf 4 1 2 1 SMoore 3b-1b 4 2 2 1 Clevngr c 2 0 0 0 BFrncs rf 3 0 0 0 Germn p 1 1 0 0 JCastro c 2 0 0 0 Russell p 0 0 0 0 BBarns cf 3 0 1 1 Camp p 0 0 0 0 Storey p 0 0 0 0 Mather ph 1 0 0 0 Wrght p 0 0 0 0 Marml p 0 0 0 0 BNorrs p 1 0 0 0 FMrtnz lf 1 0 0 0 Greene ph-ss 1 0 0 0 Totals 30 2 7 2 Totals 31 711 6 Houston.............................. 010 000 100 — 2 Chicago.............................. 013 201 00x — 7 DP—Houston 3, Chicago 3. LOB—Houston 4, Chicago 8. 2B—S.Castro (16), Valbuena (12), B.Jackson (1). 3B—B.Jackson (1). HR—S.Moore (7), DeJesus 2 (4), S.Castro (12). CS—DeJesus (6). S— Germano. IP H R ER BB SO Houston B.Norris L,5-10........ 31⁄3 8 6 6 3 4 1 1 0 3 2 Fick ........................... 21⁄3 0 0 0 0 1 X.Cedeno................. 1⁄3 Storey ....................... 11⁄3 1 0 0 1 3 W.Wright .................. 2⁄3 1 0 0 0 0 Chicago Germano W,2-2 ...... 61⁄3 5 2 2 1 6 Russell ..................... 2⁄3 0 0 0 1 0 Camp ........................ 1 1 0 0 0 1 Marmol ..................... 1 1 0 0 0 2 HBP—by Germano (Pearce). WP—B.Norris. PB— J.Castro 2, Clevenger. Umpires—Home, Mike Muchlinski;First, Brian Gorman;Second, Todd Tichenor;Third, Tony Randazzo.

Reds 6, Mets 1 New York

Cincinnati

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Braves 6, Padres 1 San Diego

Atlanta ab r h bi ab r h bi Denorfi rf 4 0 0 0 Bourn cf 5 0 1 1 Forsyth 2b 4 1 2 1 Prado lf 5 1 3 0 Headly 3b 4 0 0 0 Heywrd rf 2 1 2 2 Quentin lf 2 0 2 0 FFrmn 1b 4 1 0 0 Alonso 1b 4 0 0 0 Uggla 2b 2 1 1 3 Maybin cf 4 0 2 0 JFrncs 3b 4 0 2 0 EvCarr ss 2 0 0 0 McCnn c 3 0 0 0 Hundly c 4 0 0 0 Janish ss 3 1 0 0 Volquez p 2 0 0 0 Mahlm p 3 1 0 0 Mikolas p 0 0 0 0 Durbin p 0 0 0 0 Amarst ph 1 0 0 0 Hinske ph 1 0 0 0 Burns p 0 0 0 0 Gearrin p 0 0 0 0 Brach p 0 0 0 0 Venale ph 1 0 0 0 Totals 32 1 6 1 Totals 32 6 9 6 San Diego .......................... 001 000 000 — 1 Atlanta ................................ 003 300 00x — 6 DP—San Diego 2, Atlanta 1. LOB—San Diego 9, Atlanta 8. 2B—Quentin (14), Heyward 2 (22), J.Francisco 2 (10). HR—Forsythe (3), Uggla (15). IP H R ER BB SO San Diego Volquez L,7-9 .......... 32⁄3 7 6 6 2 5 Mikolas ..................... 21⁄3 1 0 0 2 0 Burns ........................ 1 1 0 0 0 2 Brach ........................ 1 0 0 0 0 3 Atlanta Maholm W,11-7 ...... 7 5 1 1 3 7 Durbin....................... 1 1 0 0 1 1 Gearrin ..................... 1 0 0 0 0 0 HBP—by Volquez (Janish), by Mikolas (McCann), by Maholm (Quentin). WP—Volquez. Umpires—Home, Jordan Baker;First, Ted Barrett;Second, Brian Runge;Third, Marvin Hudson.

Dodgers 9, Pirates 3 Los Angeles

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Cardinals 5, Diamondbacks 2 Arizona

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St. Louis

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T U E S D AY ’ S L A T E B O X E S Angels 9, Indians 6 Cleveland

Los Angeles ab r h bi Trout cf-lf 5 2 2 0 TrHntr rf 5 2 2 1 Pujols 1b 4 2 2 4 KMorls dh 5 0 1 1 Trumo lf 4 1 1 1 Bourjos cf 0 0 0 0 Callasp 3b 4 0 0 0 HKndrc 2b 3 0 1 0 Aybar ss 4 1 2 1 Iannett c 2 1 2 1 Totals 36 611 6 Totals 36 913 9 Cleveland ........................... 000 200 220 — 6 Los Angeles....................... 400 401 00x — 9 DP—Cleveland 1, Los Angeles 2. LOB—Cleveland 5, Los Angeles 7. 2B—Choo (35), Trout (22), Pujols (32). HR—Brantley (5), Kotchman (11), Pujols (26), Aybar (6). SB—H.Kendrick (10). IP H R ER BB SO Cleveland Jimenez L,9-12 ....... 4 8 8 8 2 4 Seddon..................... 21⁄3 5 1 1 1 2 0 0 0 0 1 Herrmann ................. 12⁄3 Los Angeles Greinke W,1-1 ......... 7 8 4 4 1 5 Hawkins.................... 2⁄3 2 2 2 0 0 Jepsen H,8 .............. 1⁄3 1 0 0 0 0 Frieri S,14-15 .......... 1 0 0 0 0 1

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Mariners 3, Rays 2 Tampa Bay

Seattle ab r h bi ab r h bi DJnngs lf 4 1 3 0 Ackley 2b 4 0 3 0 BUpton cf 4 1 2 1 TRonsn lf 4 0 0 0 Joyce rf 3 0 0 0 JMontr dh 4 0 0 0 SRdrgz ph-ss-2b 1 0 0 0 Seager 3b 4 1 2 0 Longori dh 3 0 0 1 C.Wells cf 3 0 0 0 Zobrist ss-rf 4 0 0 0 Figgins ph 0 1 0 0 Kppngr 3b 4 0 2 0 Smoak 1b 2 1 1 1 EJhnsn pr-ss 0 0 0 0 Olivo c 4 0 1 1 C.Pena 1b 3 0 0 0 Thams rf 4 0 1 1 RRorts 2b-3b 4 0 1 0 Ryan ss 3 0 0 0 JMolin c 4 0 1 0 Totals 34 2 9 2 Totals 32 3 8 3 Tampa Bay......................... 200 000 000 — 2 Seattle ................................ 010 000 002 — 3 Two outs when winning run scored. E—C.Pena (5). DP—Tampa Bay 1, Seattle 1. LOB—Tampa Bay 7, Seattle 6. 2B—Keppinger 2 (13), Smoak (7), Olivo (10). 3B—B.Upton (2). SB— De.Jennings (22). S—Figgins. SF—Longoria, Smoak. IP H R ER BB SO Tampa Bay M.Moore................... 7 6 1 1 1 9 Jo.Peralta H,29 ....... 1 0 0 0 0 0 Rodney L,2-2 BS,2-39 .................... 2⁄3 2 2 0 0 1 Seattle Millwood ................... 7 8 2 2 1 8 Luetge ...................... 1⁄3 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 2 Pryor W,2-0 ............. 12⁄3

Giants 6, Nationals 1 Washington

San Francisco ab r h bi ab r h bi Espinos ss 4 0 2 0 Pagan cf 5 0 2 1 Harper cf 3 0 0 0 Scutaro 2b 5 0 3 0 Zmrmn 3b 4 0 0 0 MeCarr lf 4 1 1 0 Werth rf 3 1 1 0 Posey c 2 1 0 0 LaRoch 1b 4 0 1 1 Sandovl 3b 2 1 0 1 TMoore lf 4 0 0 0 Arias 3b 0 0 0 0 Flores c 3 0 0 0 Pence rf 4 2 3 0 Lmrdzz 2b 3 0 0 0 Belt 1b 4 1 3 3 Zmrmn p 2 0 1 0 BCrwfr ss 4 0 1 1 McGnzl p 0 0 0 0 Bmgrn p 3 0 0 0 Matths p 0 0 0 0 CIzturs ph 1 0 0 0 Storen p 0 0 0 0 SBurntt p 0 0 0 0 Totals 31 1 5 1 Totals 33 613 6 Washington ....................... 000 000 100 — 1 San Francisco.................... 010 001 04x — 6 E—Espinosa (11), Bumgarner (2). DP—Washington 1, San Francisco 1. LOB—Washington 5, San Francisco 8. 2B—Scutaro (21), Me.Cabrera (25), Belt (19). 3B—Werth (2). S—Harper. SF—Sandoval. IP H R ER BB SO Washington Zimmermann L,9-7 . 52⁄3 8 2 2 2 4 Mic.Gonzalez .......... 1⁄3 0 0 0 0 0 Mattheus................... 1 0 0 0 1 0 3 4 4 1 0 Storen....................... 1⁄3 S.Burnett .................. 2⁄3 2 0 0 0 1 San Francisco Bumgarner W,13-7 . 9 5 1 1 1 6

Rockies 8, Brewers 6 Milwaukee

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Colorado

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 16, 2012

THE TIMES LEADER

www.timesleader.com

H.S. GOLF

IL BASEBALL

Yankees New season, new alignment split two with Sox State-wide change has rearranged WVC golf into four divisions for 2012.

By DAVE ROSENGRANT drosengrant@timesleader.com

The Times Leader staff

PAWTUCKET, R.I. — The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees held on to their one-game lead in the North Division with a doubleheader split against the Pawtucket Red Sox. The Yankees won the first game of the doubleheader by a 5-1 score, and the Red Sox used a 5-2 victory to pull back within a game of first place in a rain-shortened nightcap. In the opener, Pawtucket starter Daisuke Matsuzaka held the Yankees scoreless through the first four innings before the Yankees posted a five spot in the fifth. Kosuke Fukudome gave Scranton/Wilkes-Barre broke a stalemate with a two-RBI single that scored Francisco Cervelli and Melky Mesa. An errant throw on a Chris Dickerson sacrifice bunt and a Corban Joseph single yielded the Yankees’ final two runs of the frame. Mesa also added an RBI and a double. Ramon Ortiz pitched a seveninning complete game to notch his 11th win of the season. Ortiz struck out six, allowed one earned run and gave up six hits. Umpires called the second game due to rain after the top of the fifth inning, just 1:17 after the first pitch. The Red Sox score two runs in the first inning when an errant Manny Delcarmen throw allowed a runner to score and provided Pawtucket with a runner in scoring position. Andy LaRoche launched a three-run home run in the third to give the Red Sox a five-run lead. The Yankees chipped away at the deficit with a run in the fourth and fifth inning. Ronnier Mustelier’s sacrifice fly in the fourth scored Kevin Russo in the fourth, and Scranton/Wilkes-Barre scored its final run on a double play with no outs. Delcarmen was the losing pitcher, allowing four runs in 22⁄3 innings. Game 1 Yankees 5, Pawtucket 1 Pawtucket Yankees ab r h bi ab r h bi Kalish cf 2 0 1 0 Dickerson rf 3 0 0 0 Spears lf 2 0 0 0 Joseph 2b 3 0 1 1 Iglesias ss 3 0 0 0 Nunez ss 3 0 0 0 Linares dh 3 0 0 0 Laird 1b 3 0 0 0 Gomez 1b 2 1 1 0 Mustelier lf 2 1 0 0 LaRoche 3b 3 0 1 0 Cervelli c 2 1 1 0 Repko lf-rf 2 0 0 1 Mesa cf 3 1 1 1 Lin rf-cf 3 0 1 0 Fukdme dh 2 1 1 2 Butler c 3 0 1 0 Pena 3b 3 1 1 0 Hee 2b 3 0 1 0 Totals 26 1 6 1 Totals 24 5 5 4 Pawtucket................................. 010 000 0 — 1 Yankees ................................... 000 050 x — 5 PAW — 2B: Gomez (34), LaRoche (17); SF: Repko; Team RISP: 0-for-4; Team LOB: 6; E: Matsuzaka (1). SWB — 2B: Mesa (4); Team RISP: 3-for-7; Team LOB: 4. IP H R ER BB SO Pawtucket Matsuzaka (L, 0-3)... 5.2 5 5 4 2 5 Prior ........................... 0.1 0 0 0 0 0 Yankees Ortiz (W, 11-5) ......... 7.0 6 1 1 1 6 HBP: Cervelli (by Matsuzaka) Umpires: HP: Jeff Gosney. 1B: Chris Ward. 3B: A.J. Johnson. T: 2:05. Att: 6,030 Game 2 Pawtucket 5, Yankees 2 Pawtucket ab r h bi ab r h bi Russo 3b 2 1 1 0 Lin cf 2 0 0 0 Joseph 2b 3 0 0 0 Iglesias ss 3 1 1 0 Dickerson lf 2 0 1 0 Linares rf 1 2 0 0 Mustelier dh 1 0 0 1 Gomez 1b 2 1 2 1 Romine c 2 0 0 0 LaRoche 3b 2 1 1 3 Fukudome 1b 2 1 1 0 Repko lf 2 0 0 0 Mesa cf 2 0 1 0 Rivera c 2 0 0 0 McDonald rf 2 0 0 0 Spears 2b 2 0 0 0 Bernier ss 2 0 1 0 Thomas dh 2 0 1 0 Totals 18 2 5 1 Totals 18 5 5 4 Yankees ........................................ 000 11 — 2 Pawtucket ..................................... 203 0x — 5 SWB — 2B: Dickerson (19); SF: Mustelier; Team RISP: 1-for-4; Team LOB: 3; E: Delcarmen (1), McDonald (1). PAW — HR: LaRoche (11); Team RISP: 2-for-3; Team LOB: 3; DP: 1. IP H R ER BB SO Yankees Delcarmen (L, 3-5) .. 2.2 5 5 4 2 3 Cedeno...................... 1.1 0 0 0 0 0 Pawtucket Figueroa (W, 10-4).. 5.0 5 2 2 1 4 WP: Delcarmen, Figueroa Umpires: HP: Chris Ward. 1B: A.J. Johnson. 3B: Jeff Gosney. T: 1:17 (:55 delay). Yankees

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Phillies when he revealed he wanted to be like New York Yankee Derek Jeter. Mainly, everyone just wanted to have a blast. And they did when Chris Berry (the pitcher’s son) raced around the bases to tie the game by scoring the final run. “To the players, I think this is a big part of their lives,” Dan Berry said. “They take this very seriously. They have a great deal of fun.” How could they not in a Victory League where there’s no such thing as the feeling defeat?

For the first time in the PIAA, there is more than one classification for golf. The sport has grown in high schools throughout the state prompting a split into two classes – 2A and 3A. This affects the Wyoming Valley Conference in two ways. First, Berwick, Coughlin, Crestwood, Dallas, Hazleton Area, Pittston Area, Tunkhannock and Wyoming Valley West will now be in Class 3A. Meyers, GAR, Hanover Area, Holy Redeemer, LakeLehman, MMI Prep, Nanticoke, Wyoming Area and Wyoming Seminary are part of Class 2A. The change throughout the state also led to a divisional realignment in the conference. So as the WVC season begins today with two meets, the regional divisions are no longer intact. Instead, the divisions are numbered 1-4 based on classification. Each team plays the teams in their division twice and the teams from the other division in their classification once. If this happened last year, the most exciting meet in the conference wouldn’t have occurred between the two top teams in Pittston Area and Holy Redeemer because they are now in different classifications. “What disappoints me is that I have one of the best teams in the conference that we’ve ever had and we’re not going to be playing some of the better teams like Pittston Area or Crestwood,” Holy Redeemer coach Art Brunn Jr. said. “Now, it might help us as a team and some of the individuals in the postseason, but we’ll see.” Another way this influences the conference and the district is that there will be four different leaderboards when it comes time for the postseason tournaments. The Pre-District Tournament will still be one day, but the results will be split between 2A and 3A in boys and girls. That in turn could benefit Brunn and the two-time defending conference champions because two of his players, Mariano Medico and Chase Makowski have had solid summers and could possibly be missing some of the top golfers around the state when the postseason rolls around. “It might help us as a team and it might help some of the individual players,” Brunn said. “It’s a Catch-22 because you always want to be the best and always want to beat the best players.” Top Teams Crestwood: The Comets always seem to have a good season. Last year they finished 9-3 to tie Berwick for the Southern Division championship. Some key players have graduated from that team, but

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never hid his desire for pitching perfection. For a franchise on its way to an 11th straight season without a playoff appearance, Hernandez is the one constant keeping fans interested in Mariners baseball. He’s revered in the Pacific Northwest, not only for his performance on the mound, but for his willingness to stay. When he could have waited and sought a bigger payday, Hernandez signed an extension that keeps him in Seattle through 2014. So when the “King’s Court” of yellow-shirted fans in the leftfield corner began chanting “Let’s Go Felix!” to start the eighth inning, it spread through the entire stadium. The crescendo of screams and yells finally re-

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Larksville’s Richard Chase (left) was honored Wednesday with the naming of the Chase Mile. At right is organizer Richard Pais.

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Holy Redeemer’s Mariano Medico (left) and Chase Makowski are back for another season in the Royals’ successful program.

Crestwood should still contend. Being in Division II means having to compete with Wyoming Valley West for the division title. Dallas: A fairly young team last season, the Mountaineers had a strong campaign to return to the postseason as co-champion of the North Division with Wyoming Valley West. The key players from last year return for 2012 and Dallas will participate in Division I with its top competition being Pittston Area. Holy Redeemer: The twotime defending conference champions are still young and powerful and the Royals are still the favorite to claim the conference championship when all is said and done. They are participating in Division III and should run away with the division title for the fifth straight season. Pittston Area: The Patriots lose Brandon Matthews, one of the top golfers to ever play in the WVC. While he was a big part of the team’s success, they still have a nice core returning from a team that had just one loss in 2011. Playing in Division I, Pittston Area will have stiff competition from Dallas. Wyoming Valley West: Entering 2012 riding a two-year streak as division champion of the Northern Division, the Spartans return many participants from both of those groups. They will have to go through a tough Crestwood squad to make it three straight division titles.

Austin Smith, senior, Dallas One of the most consistent golfers in the WVC during his career, he’s a three-time district qualifier and placed sixth at the Tryba Preseason tournament in 2011and followed that with a tie for 10th in pre-districts. Mariano Medico, junior, Holy Redeemer He’s coming off a great summer which he won premier championships. This after he took second in the District 2 tournament and won the pre-district tourney and is a two-time district qualifier. Chase Makowski, junior, Holy Redeemer Like his teammate Medico, he’s a two-time district qualifier. Last year, he was second at the Tryba tourney, a fourth at pre-districts and a 12th at the District 2 Tournament. Ryan Tracy, senior, Pittston Area He was No. 2 to Brandon Matthews for most of his career and now assumes the top spot. In 2011, he tied for fourth at the Tryba Preseason Tournament and for 25th at predistricts to qualify for the District 2 Tournament for the third straight season. Chris McCue, senior, Wyoming Valley West He’s a three-time district qualifier and last year was his best season finishing tied for fourth at the Tryba Preseason Tournament and 16th at predistricts. He is one of many reasons the Spartans have won two straight division titles.

Top Players Jake Popowycz, senior, Crestwood Last year, he tied for 12th at the Preseason Tryba Tournament, tied for 15th at the predistrict tournament and qualified for districts for the third straight season.

COMING UP The annual Tryba Preseason Tournament will be held Aug. 27 at Fox Hill Country Club. That’s also the date you can catch each team’s full lineup, preview and outlook for the 2012 season in The Times Leader.

ached its pinnacle at 3:02 p.m. PDT when Hernandez threw a called third strike past Sean Rodriguez to ignite the celebration. Riding down in a crowded elevator after the game, Seattle general manager Jack Zduriencik jokingly held his cellphone to his ear and said, “No, we’re not trading Felix.” “It almost seems like a matter of time before this happens,” Seattle catcher John Jaso said. “A little dribbler here or something it’s ruined, but his competitive attitude and mind he brings out to the mound each time he pitches, you know you have a guy out there who is going to give you a chance to win.” It was the third perfect game in baseball this season — a first — joining gems by Chicago’s Philip Humber against the Mariners in April and San Francisco’s Matt Cain versus Houston in June. More than half of all per-

fectos — 12 — have come in the last 25 seasons. This also was the sixth no-hitter in the majors this season, three of them at Safeco Field. Humber threw his gem in Seattle, then six Mariners pitchers combined to hold the Los Angeles Dodgers hitless at the park on June 8. There have been seven no-hitters in a season twice since 1900. It happened in 1990 and again in 1991, with Nolan Ryan throwing two. For the Rays, it was an all-toofamiliar feeling. This was the third time in four seasons they had a perfect game pitched against them, following efforts by Dallas Braden in 2010 and Mark Buehrle in 2009. “The one thing I’ve learned is that no-hitters and perfect games don’t mean anything about tomorrow, anyway,” Rays manager Joe Maddon said. Hernandez’s dominance got

WILKES-BARRE — As the entrants and onlookers milled around the dirt track at Kirby Park, Wilkes-Barre Racing’s Richard Pais gathered the crowd around to share an honor he felt was well-deserved. Before any runners toed the start, Pais informed the crowd that as of Wednesday, what was once known as the Kirby Park Mile will now be known as the Chase Mile, named in support of Larksville resident Richard Chase. Chase, a longtime fixture in the local racing scene, is 66 and fighting what his doctor have told him is a winning battle against cancer. “I just couldn’t believe it, I was in shock when Richard announced that, I just can’t believe it,” said Chase after the announcement. “That people think of me that way, I’m amazed.” Admittedly, Chase and Pais know each other only from the local racing circuit. But after a passing and casual conversation the two had last summer at the same even, Pais was moved to action. “We were both standing off to the side of the race, I was getting ready for my heat and Rich wasn’t running,” Pais said. “And he said to me that it would have always meant something to him if we could get a really competitive, really special mile race back here at Kirby Park. “I had known for a little bit, then, that Rich was fighting hard and after hearing him say that I thought to myself about how, sometimes, we don’t recognize what we have in the people we’re around. And after all the years he’s given to the sport, I wanted

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Oswald began to pull away from Redmond with a little over a lap to go and continued setting himself apart from the field over the final lap to finish in a time of 4:28. Redmond finished second in a time of 4:34. “Any time you can come out with a victory it feels great,” said Oswald, who holds Duke’s school record in the 800-meter run. “I had a pace that I wanted to hit, and I was a little slower than that pace, but I came out here just with the expectation of running hard and getting good first race. stronger as the game progressed. He cruised for five innings, then pitched through tough at-bats, delay tactics and the mounting pressure of perfection to close out the gem. Hernandez struck out 12, including but eight in the final four innings. He struck out the side in the sixth, did it again in the eighth and hit as high as 95 mph in the ninth. Two starts earlier against the New York Yankees, Hernandez tossed a two-hit shutout, leading Seattle manager Eric Wedge to call it the finest outing he’s seen from Hernandez. Suffice to say, Wednesday was better. “It was special. He had special stuff,” Wedge said. “But Felix is so consistently good that when he does take it up to another level which we’ve seen him do through the course of the year, you never know how it’s going to turn out.”

to do something for him.” Chase, who says he has run a thousand races in his 37 years of running, didn’t compete at this year’s inaugural Chase Mile, but is determined to get back to the starting line. It’s a decision that, for a man as determined as he is, might be all he needs to complete the run. It’s an attitude that, according to his doctors, has kept Chase going since his diagnosis, citing his fitness and ability to recover and also his will to continue. “One of my favorite quotes of Rich, according to his son, is that he often speaks of younger runners who slow down when the pain comes,” Pais said. “And he says, ‘If I could put my mind in that body, we would never lose.’ And I think that’s fantastic.” “Oh yeah,” Chase concurred, “they’d fly. “I’ve had a couple setbacks, but I’m back to the running, walking and running, trying to build things up and I’ll just keep trying. When people ask me at different times, what do I do, how do I keep it up, I tell them I can’t give one minute of my time up. I tell them that I refuse to let this cancer take one minute of my time and take away from what I want to do. Fittingly, Chase has entered himself into the second and easily most challenging leg of the series, a climb up Giants Despair. “I’m going to give it a try. Of course I’ll have to run and walk some if it,” said Chase. “I hope to get back to training hard enough that I can do the mile next year. “There’s nothing you can do about it, so you just go ahead. You can’t look back and complain about it, you’ve just got to go ahead.” “I think I’m in a great position, but I know there are strong competitors in this series and I want to continue to push myself and try and win this series.” Fastest Valley Person 1 Mile Run Overall Female: 1. Heidi Peoples, Scranton, 5:18.7; 2. Samantha Snukis, St. Clair, 5:31.5; 3. Jill Matthews-Lada, Wilkes-Barre, 6:10.5; Overall Male: Sean-Patrick Oswald, Consohocken, 4:28.5; 2. Frank Redmond, Exeter, 4:34.2; 3. Jeffrey Skwierz, Forty Fort, 4:43; Female Master’s: 1. Traci Strungis, Mountain Top, 7:04.2; 2. Barbara Zeske, 7:34.5; Male Master’s: 1. Daniel Pszeniczny, Benton, 4:47; 2. Tony Korch, Nanticoke, 5:27; 3. Michael Kinney, Wilkes-Barre, 5:57.2 Female 1-19: 1. Florence Kwak, Wilkes-Barre, 6:23.5; 2. Maria Pais, Wilkes-Barre, 9:08.7; Male 119: 1. James Ryan, Wilkes-Barre, 5:09.7; 2. John Kahne, Shavertown, 5:27.7; 3. Adam Eckhart, Nanticoke, 6:42.7; Female 20-29: 1. Alonica Espi, Dallas, 7:25.5; Male 20-29: 1. Anthony Rizzo, Wopwallopen, 4:48; 2. Kyle Suponic, Shavertown, 4:59.2; 3. Tyler Angeli, 5:24.5; 4. Jamie Miller, Larksville, 5:46.5; Female 30-39: 1. Jen Stec, Mocanaqua, 6:40.2; Male 30-39: 1. Flash Flash, 5:51.7; 2. Glenn Zimmerman, Wilkes-Barre, 6:04.5; Male 40-49: 1. Bob Guzenski, Dallas, 6:02.5; Male 50-59: 1. Rich Pais, Wilkes-Barre, 6:05.2; 2. Reginald Thomas, Bear Creek Twp., 6:18; 3. Joe Stanitis, Plymouth, 7:10; 4. Charles Hilliard, Stroudsburg, 7:54.5; Male 60-plus: 1. Jeff Nero, Hopewell Junction, 6:11.2

U.S. soccer earns first win in Mexico By MICHAEL WEISSENSTEIN Associated Press

MEXICO CITY — Michael Orozco Fiscal scored in the 80th minute, giving the United States its first-ever win at Mexico with a 1-0 victory in an exhibition Wednesday night. Brek Shea, who entered two minutes earlier, went down the left flank and around Severo Meza. Shea, back with the national team after being dropped for six months, crossed to Terrence Boyd. He made a quick backheel pass to Orozco Fiscal for the goal. The U.S. had been 0-23-1 against El Tri in 75 years of games at Mexico, including 0-19-1 in the thin air at altitude in Mexico City — where they have been outscored 81-14.

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“I accept my suspension under the Joint Drug Program and I will try to move on with my life. I am deeply sorry for my mistake and I apologize to my teammates, to the San Francisco Giants organization and to the fans for letting them down.” The suspension would extend into the playoffs if the Giants advance. Cabrera is batting .346 with 11 home runs and 60 RBIs in his first season with San Francisco and is five hits shy of 1,000 in his big league career. Flashing bright orange spikes, he singled and hit a two-run homer last month in the National League’s 8-0 win in the All-Star game, earning MVP honors for the game and securing homefield advantage for the World Series. “It’s disappointing. Obviously, Melky means a lot to all of us, was part of our championship and provided some really good moments here,” Yankees manager Joe Girardi said. “It’s something that everyone has to deal with and it’s something baseball is trying to stay away from and it happened.” Cabrera could still win the NL batting title. He has 501 plate appearances, one less than the minimum required to win a batting championship for a player on a team playing 162 games. However, under 10.22(a) of the Official Baseball Rules, he would win the batting title if an extra hitless atbat is added to his average and it remains higher than that of any other qualifying player. He will miss the final 45 games of the regular season and serve the remainder of the suspension at the start of next season or during the postseason, depending on whether the Giants make the playoffs and how far they advance. If the Giants wanted him to become active in the middle of a playoff series, they would have to play a man short from the start of the series until the suspension ends because rosters can’t be altered mid-series. “We were extremely disappointed,” the Giants said in a statement. “We fully support Major League Baseball’s policy and its efforts to eliminate performance enhancing drugs from our game.” Cabrera became the second Giants player to receive a drug suspension this season. Reliever Guillermo Mota was penalized for 100 games in May, becoming just the third major league player disciplined twice for positive drug tests. Mota is eligible to return Aug. 28, barring rainouts, and began a minor league rehabilitation assignment Tuesday with the Giants’ rookie team in Arizona. It was not immediately known whether Cabrera’s positive test occurred before the All-Star game. The union initially filed a grievance, which would have caused the case to go before an arbitrator, but then dropped it, a person familiar with the process said. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because that detail was not announced. Cabrera told CSN Bay Area on July 27 that he had been tested for performance-enhancing drugs the previous week, though it’s unknown whether the test he referenced resulted in the positive test. Drug-testing labs check urine for its ratio of testosterone to epitestosterone, which usually is 1 to 1 in adult males. If the lab notices any abnormality, it conducts an isotope ratio mass spectrometry (IRMS) test to determine whether the testosterone is exogenous, or came from outside the body. The 28-year-old Cabrera, who became a marketing phenomenon this year with nicknames like “Got Melk?” “Melk Man” and “Melky Way,” produced a 51-hit month in May. Cabrera batted .429 in May with three homers, five triples, seven doubles and 17 RBIs. He hit safely in 25 of 29 games. The 51 hits matched Randy Winn for most hits in a month since the club came to San Francisco in 1958. Cabrera also set the San Francisco record for most hits in May, passing Hall of Famer Willie Mays’ 49 from 1958. Cabrera came to the Giants in a trade with Kansas City last November that sent left-hander Jonathan Sanchez to the Royals.

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Eli Manning and the Giants have won two Super Bowls in the past five years, including last year’s championship. But as training camp rolls along, it’s the Jets that have most of the headlines. The New York squads meet in a preseason game Saturday.

Giants glad to lose this battle Squad content to have attention on Jets By BARRY WILNER AP Pro Football Writer

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Country music star Kenny Chesney strode along an extended stage at MetLife Stadium, holding aloft a Giants helmet in one hand, a Jets helmet in the other. Overwhelmingly, the loudest cheers came when he extended the blue Giants head gear. Chesney knowingly mentioned, in reference to his 2011 hit song, that the “Boys of Fall” are coming back. And pretty much everywhere except on that night at the Meadowlands, the Super Bowl champions are being overshadowed as we close in on another season. Eclipsed by Tebowmania. By Rex Ryan and his entertaining proclamations. By a cornerback declaring he is the second-best receiver on the roster. By the feuding and fighting

during practice by Gang Green, which didn’t even make the playoffs last season. The Giants couldn’t care less. “This is just the way we like it,” team owner John Mara said as he watched his team prepare for Saturday night’s annual “Battle of New York,” which hasn’t been played in New York in decades. “We are not trying to be on the front page, the back page, the lead story right now. “That other stuff we see, I do find it amusing; they do have personalities on that team. But more than a commentary on the Jets or any of us in football, it’s a commentary more on the media, isn’t it? “But we don’t worry about what the headlines will be the next day.” The Jets do, from owner Woody Johnson on down. Winning the back pages of the newspapers seems to be priority No. 1

for them. The headlines rarely have belonged to the Giants almost since March. They enjoyed the spoils of winners, are trying not to be spoiled by winning, and have flown so far under the radar this summer that it doesn’t seem like they left the ground. While their co-owners of the two-year-old stadium can be found hourly, if not more often, on ESPN — some folks joke about an upcoming new channel, TSPN (T for Tim Tebow, of course) — as well as all over the tabloids, the Giants quietly go about business. They’re more concerned about avoiding any Super Bowl hangover than about being cast in the next sequel to “The Hangover.” If the Jets are the NFL’s version of Hollywood, the Giants are, well, Big Blue-collar New Jersey, far more Springsteen than Snooki.

“After we won (in 2007), we were playing better the next season than the team that won the Super Bowl,” general manager Jerry Reese said. “But it didn’t work out at the end of the season, so I don’t think you can say that (was a Super Bowl hangover). We just didn’t play well in the first round of the playoffs after winning our division. “We had veterans on that team who now have won two Super Bowls. They know what it takes to avoid a ‘Super Bowl hangover’ that some say a championship team gets when it wins. But for us, it’s keep your head down and plow forward. We do the things we’ve always done.” One thing these teams have almost always done is face off in a preseason game. This year you can count on more attention being paid to how much Tebow will play as a quarterback, in the wildcat or as a punt protector than to what two-time Super Bowl MVP Eli Manning will do.

Spleen injury puts Cowboys’ Witten in limbo The star tight end will miss at least the rest of the preseason while recovering. The Associated Press

OXNARD, Calif. — Jason Witten is going to have to get used to not doing much of anything if he wants to play in the season opener next month. Dallas Cowboys coach Jason Garrett said Wednesday that his Pro Bowl tight end sustained a “slightly lacerated” spleen in the preseason opener Monday night against Oakland. The best way for Witten to heal is to re-

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him Division I’s winningest coach. The NCAA last month vacated111of Paterno’s victories as part of sanctions against Penn State for the Sandusky scandal. “Dad, you have to face the possibility that you will never coach another game,” Scott Paterno was quoted as telling his father after reading the grand jury report. Joe Paterno’s relationship with the trustees began to sour after the coach rebuffed suggestions to step down in 2004 from school president Graham Spanier and athletic director Tim Curley. Penn State had just one winning season in five years before Paterno revived the program in 2005 by winning the Big Ten and the Orange Bowl, 26-23 in a triple-overtime classic over Florida State and coaching contemporary Bobby Bowden.

main as inactive as possible. “It’s a very serious injury and we’re really taking this thing day by day,” Garrett said. “He has to be very still and idle for the next week to 10 days, so you won’t see him out here on the practice field. He won’t play in the game this week or next week. We’ve just got to make sure he heals as well as possible, as quickly as possible.” Witten is expected to miss the rest of the preseason, starting with Saturday night’s game at San Diego. The Cowboys open the season in three weeks, Sept. 5, at the defending Super Bowl champion New York GiAfter the scandal broke, the family hired a public relations specialist who at one point asked Penn State football communications and marketing assistant Guido D’Elia for the name of one person on the board to try to negotiate a gracious ending, according to the excerpt. D’Elia, one of Paterno’s closest advisers, shook his head and referred to the coach’s 2004 encounter with administrators. “The board started to turn,” D’Elia was quoted as saying. “We don’t have anybody on the board now.” Paterno, along with Spanier, was ousted Nov. 9. They have not been charged with any crimes. Curley is on leave after he and now-retired school administrator Gary Schultz were charged with lying to a grand jury and failing to report an abuse allegation. Sandusky is awaiting sentencing in jail after being convicted in June on 45 criminal counts involving 10 boys.

ants. The coach said doctors will reassess Witten next week “after we’ve had a few days of him not doing anything.” Surgery would be an option if the spleen isn’t healing properly by then. Witten apparently got hurt after he caught a pass from a scrambling Tony Romo and was immediately hit from the side by Oakland linebacker Rolando McClain. The play resulted in a 2-yard loss. Witten has missed only one game in his nine NFL seasons. That was during his rookie season in 2003 when he had a bro-

ken jaw. “Asking Wit to be still and idle is a hard thing, that’s the biggest challenge right now. But he has to do that, he just has to let time heal it,” Garrett said. “Jason has gotten off to a tremendous, tremendous start to training camp and laid a great foundation for himself. ... He’s looked as good as I’ve seen him look since I’ve been around him.” Witten is a seven-time Pro Bowler who is one of Romo’s favorite targets. His 696 career receptions are second in team history to Michael Irvin.

Steelers’ Harrison has knee surgery

Pro-Bowler will be out indefinitely after undergoing a minor procedure. By WILL GRAVES AP Sports Writer

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker James Harrison underwent left knee surgery on Wednesday, clouding his chances of returning in time for the start of the regular season. Coach Mike Tomlin called the procedure “minor” but wouldn’t put a timetable on when Harrison will be ready. The four-time Pro Bowler and 2008 NFL Defensive Player of the Year will remain on the physically unable to perform list indefinitely. The knee limited Harrison during Organized Team Activities in May but Tomlin dismissed the idea that Harrison could have undergone the surgery during the spring and simply put it off. “We address things as they arise,” Tomlin said. “We felt like the procedure was necessary at this time, so we had it.” The 34-year-old Harrison has been one of the most dominant defensive players in the league over the last half-decade but has dealt with a series of setbacks during the last18 months. He had surgery in February 2011 to deal with a balky back and missed a month last season when he fractured his right orbital bone in a loss to the Houston Texans. Defensive end Brett Keisel, who sees Harrison regularly in the team’s weight room, doesn’t think Harrison will be out for an extended period. “They said he should be fine,” he said. With Harrison and fellow outside linebacker Jason Worilds on the PUP list, it means secondyear linebacker Chris Carter will see plenty of action on Sunday when the Steelers face the Indianapolis Colts.

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NORTHWOOD ESTATES #6 Bridal Path off 42nd Street, just beyond Greenbriar. Saturday, 9am-4pm Entire contents of magnificent home to include 4 bedroom suites (1 king size), leather sofa & chairs, Harden Server, beautiful Curio, Dining room table & chairs, German Grandfather clock, larger computer desk & matching cabinets, Oriental Rug, Oak kitchen set, Yamaha electric piano, 2 patio sets, other patio furniture, quality exercise bike, sofa tables, lamps, wicker furniture, 3 bikes, Orefors, Lenox, Waterloads of ford, kitchen, over 500 books, CD’s, movies, pool items, dolls, doll furniture & clothing, tools, garden items, TV’s, holiday decorations, linens, games, refrig, freezer, dehumidifier, 8 vinyl shelf units, Weber barbeque grill, loads of pictures, mirrors, decorator items, large dog crate, extension ladder and much more. SALE CONDUCTED BY E. ASHBRIDGE

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HANOVER TWP Lyndwood Section APOSTOLIC LIGHTHOUSE CHURCH BLOCK PARTY SAT. AUG 18 NOON-5PM Lyndwood Section Community Yard Sales & Church Rummage Sale Bounce House Sno cones50 flavors Face painting Childrens games 1-2pm

HANOVER TWP.

7 Regina Street, Saturday August 18 9am-4pm Directions: Turn Right off South Main Street, Just past Ketler Florist Home on Right. COMPLETE CONTENTS OF A NICE HOME: Antiques, Collectibles, Cut Glass, Sterling, Jewelry, Lenox, Furniture, Sofa, TVs, Bedroom Suite, Trunk, Antique Oriental Rug, Shelving Units, Armchair, Cabinet Dining Table, Mid Century Dresser, Vtg & New Christmas/ Holiday, China, Glass, Wall Art, Linens, Books, Records, Housewares, Gas Grill, Basement Full of Tools, Sears Drill Press, Band Saw, Sanders, Blades, Power Tools, Auto, Gardening, & Much More!!! All Items Priced to Sell. Sale by Wm. Lewis www. wvestates.com

HARDING 218 ORCHARD ST SATURDAY, AUG. 18 9:00-4:30 DIRECTIONS: OFF WYOMING AVE. Entire Contents Of Home Including beautiful Victorian style sofa & chairs, 1920's bedroom set and other nice bedroom sets, cedar chest, Dickson coal stove, primitive benches, table & crates, kimball organ, vintage kitchen items, glassware, lamps, lots of vintage hats, religious prints, lawn & garden and much more! CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED SALE BY COOK & COOK ESTATE LIQUIDATORS WWW.COOKANDCOOKESTATELIQUIDATORS.COM

SAT., AUG 18, 8AM-12PM 713 JEAN ST. FURNITURE, HOUSEHOLD GOODS, CLOTHING, EXERCISE EQUIPMENT. SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE. 1-1/4 MILE ON RT 92. TURN LEFT ON PAULINE ST. TO THE END OF FIRST BLOCK.

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26 ELEY STREET SATURDAY, AUG. 18 8:00-4:00 DIRECTIONS: Bennett to Mercer to right on Eley Entire Contents Of Home including Oriental rugs, nice modern dining room table and chairs, 1920's bedroom furniture, drop front secretary desk, nice mahogany twin beds, 1920's cedar chest, maple bookcase, ornate faux fireplace, antique mining helmet, 50's & 60's vintage clothing, household items, lawn and garden & much more! SALE BY COOK & COOK ESTATE LIQUIDATORS WWW.COOKANDCOOKESTATELIQUIDATORS.COM

19 Stonehedge Circle & 531 Stonehedge Pl SAT., 8/18 8AM-12 NOON baby items, household, clothes holiday decor, books, dirt bikes. MOUNTAIN TOP

FORTY FORT

38 Bedford St. Sat. 8/18 8am-3pm Rain or shine. Household items, electronics, tv, tools, sports cards and collectibles, video games and game systems, antiques, holiday decor and more. Come back at 3:00 and see what's free!

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FAMILY

Something For Everyone - CDs, Toys, Seasonal Decorations, Small Appliances, Unopened VHS Tapes, Much More!

MINERSMILLS

46 Hughes st. Saturday, Aug. 18 9am - 2pm Antiques, household, decorations, school approved clothes, purses, jewelry, beer items.

END DILLON ST FRI., & SAT., 9-3 Housewares, tools, children’s items & more!!!!

SWOYERSVILLE

29 Wilderness Dr. (off of Heslop Rd). Saturday, Aug 18th 8am-12pm (no early birds please). Hunting & Fishing, Household Goods, too much to list!!

To place your ad Call Toll Free 1-800-427-8649

423 Beade Street Friday & Saturday 11am-? Lots of baby items, Moses Bassonett, elypitcal, & exercise equipment, and more!

SHAVERTOWN

Poland St. (off the back road) Sat., Aug. 18th 9am to 3 pm Household items, furniture, electronics, toys, children's clothing, Step2 Playhouse and much more!!! Rain Date Aug 25th

46 Walden Drive Saturday 8am-2pm Household items, jewelry, clothes, books, decorations, etc. Rain or Shine. 530 North Gates Avenue. Sat. August 18, 8:00 – 3:00 Contents of large lovely home! Sofas, tables, chairs, lamps, area carpets, Kimbal piano, wicker sun room, large house plants. Kitchen set, kitchen items, washer, dryer, freezer, trash compactor Computer desk, credenza, file cabinets, Antiques to include hoosier, oak rocking chairs, tables, School desk, lamps, light fixtures, ironing board, glassware, china, Seeburg juke box, 45’s, albums, stereo, stained glass windows, Collection of hummel annual plates, large lot of collector plates, Asian incolay stone wall art, canvases, 2 complete bedroom suites, child’s bed, brass day bed, linens, Men’s & women’s clothing, wedding gowns, Stacking padded chairs, exercise equipment, shelves, toys, dolls, Books, luggage, Bar chairs & items Outdoor furniture, glass blocks, Tools, holiday, soda bottles, bicycle. Too much to list, all priced to sell!!

MOUNTAIN TOP

8 REVERE ROAD WALDEN PARK FRIDAY 4PM-7PM SATURDAY 1PM-4PM ANTIQUES, LIVING ROOM, KITCHEN, RECLINING SOFA, GRILL, AIR HOCKEY TABLE, DESKS, COATS, LADDERS AND MUCH MORE. EVERYTHING MUST GO!!

MOUNTAINTOP

135 MANOR DRIVE 8/18th - 8 to 4 Tools, furniture, baby furniture, bikes, sports equip, nerf guns, clothes, household item, more. SHAVERTOWN

188 Ferguson Ave. behind McDonald’s Sat., 8/18th 9 to 3 Antiques, collectibles, dolls, tools, something for everyone.

SHAVERTOWN

YARD SALE 3 Louise Road Sunrise Estates Sat. 8/18, 8-2 Assortment of teen/womens clothing, womens extra large - XXL, household, odds &ends,

42 Dale Drive Saturday 8am-1pm Household, boys shoes, air hockey table, games, miscellaneous & too much to mention!

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AKC, red tri. Ready to go 8/31. $500. Please call and leave message. 570-762-3046

GERMAN SHEPHERD purebred pups. $550 less cash discount. 570-836-8044

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TRUCKSVILLE

16 Harris Hill Rd Sat., August 18, 8-1 Patio set, Char Broil grill, antiques, dishes, crystal, Lenox, fishing, books, linens, Christmas, household and much more. Rain Date Sun 8/19

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308 Meadowcrest Dr(turn @ Carverton Rd., past Pizza Perfect, right at Checkerboard, right on Meadowcrest) Fri. August 17, 9-4 Sat. August 18, 9-2 Large desk,, 3 in one game table, mahogany end table, 2 doll houses, (2) fireplace fences, much more

Large 2 bedroom 2nd floor apartment. $675/mo. + utilities. Sun porch & private laundry area, all appliances included. No smoking, no pets. Requires 1 year lease, first & last months rent, credit check and references. Call 570-239-9447.

KINGSTON

Modern, 1st floor, 1 bedroom, off-street parking, no pets, $495/month, plus utilities & security. Call 706-5628

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10 Ferretti Dr Saturday 8am-1pm HUGE SALE! clothes, household items, & more.

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300 West 4th St Sat., 8/18 7am-2pm

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 570-714-2431 Extension 137

SPORTSMEN S GARAGE SALE 216 E. Broad St. Sat., August 18 9am - 4pm Hot wheels, Hess trucks, womens plus clothing, etc PITTSTON 155 Carroll Street Sat., 8/18 9am-2pm

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10 Ralph St. Saturday, Aug 18 8am-3pm Motorcycle, Animal Cage, dog house, etc. No early birds.

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NANTICOKE 48 Hughes Street SAT., 8/18 9-4 Collectible dolls, 1950’s lamps, old glassware & plaques, bell collection, Time Life set of Do It Yourself Books, 1940’s china cabinet, furniture, coffee & end tables, tools, much, much more!

245 Prospect St. Saturday, Aug., 18 8am - 2pm toddler items, deck furniture, household products, miscellaneous, much more

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GET THE WORD OUT with a Classified Ad. 570-829-7130 R 141 Division St. Sat., Aug 18th, 9-1 Antiques, mahogany triple dresser, fishing, camping, textiles, books, household & much more!

12 Filbert St. Sat. & Sun. 8/18 & 19 9 AM TO 1 PM Vintage, lawn furniture, designer girls clothing, household

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KINGSTON

Saturday, August 18 8am to 3pm Furniture, kitchen items, bedding, baby bedding, maternity, toys, decorations, yard work items and much, much more.

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22 Miner Street Saturday 9am-12pm Household goods, furniture,crafts & more! 115 N Gates Ave AUGUST 18th 11-3 No Early Birds

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KINGSTON

LUZERNE

410 Union Street SAT., 8/18 8AM-NOON Household Items, Nascar Collectibles, Girls Winter Clothes

PLAINS 18 ABBOTT ST.

WILKES-BARRE TWP.

School uniforms, clothes, household items, books, fishing poles, toys, etc. Priced to sell!

PITTSTON TOWNSHIP

YARD SALE

35 Rock Street Friday & Saturday 7-? Tons of tools, fishing poles/reels/lures & much more!

1036 Woodberry Dr Sat., August 18 8am-1pm Household, crown moulding, mens suits and clothes, tuxedos, boys and girls clothes, toys, No Early Birds

38 Hurbane St. Central location. 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath, all new appliances. Off street parking. Lease/security. Pets negotiable. $775 + utilities. 570-237-0275

RAIDERS YARDSALE FUNDRAISER Center Street Park Saturday August 18th 9am-1pm Items from over 15 families, everything from A-Z All items priced to sell. (Hot food, baked goods, and beverages will be available) All money collected goes to support the Kingston Twp. Raiders Football Players And Cheerleaders!!

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Predominately fishing gear, lures, poles, motors, downriggers etc WILKES-BARRE

111 Brader Drive Sat., 10am-3pm Collectibles Limoges Snuff Boxes, Steiff Child’s Tea Set Barbie Ornaments Bears, Plates Jewelry: Rings Solid Silver, Gemstone, Cameo Gem Bracelets Metal Bunkbeds, 60 lb Weights & Bar Household & Xmas Items, Microwave No Early Birds

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2nd floor, small 1 bedroom. Gas heat. $445. Some utilities included. Lease, security. No pets. 570-2206533 after 6pm

PITTSTON MUST SEE!!!! Modern 1 bedroom, sunroom/patio, all appliances. Off street parking. Air, utilities by tenant. No Pets. $575/mo. Security & References required. 570-655-6598 Leave message

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KINGSTON

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KINGSTON

257 Blueberry Hill Road Saturday 8/18 11am - 6pm DOWNSIZING LOTS OF GREAT STUFF!

179 LAWRENCE ST Sat., 8/18, 8-12 remaining items from huge estate sale. Something for all! Everything must go...make an offer.

near school, 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, all appliances, fenced yard, off street parking, deck, beautiful home. $975 / month, 1st, last & security. Call 570-714-3693

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Genco expands in Humboldt

Genco ATC, North America’s secondlargest third-party logistics provider, has leased 203,821 square feet from Mericle Commercial Real Estate Services in Humboldt Industrial Park, near Hazleton. The company will use the space to provide warehousing, distribution and supply-chain services to a large consumer products company. Genco will occupy about half the space in a 408,200-square-foot building that Mericle built on speculation several years ago, Mericle Vice President Bill Jones said. Mericle spokesman Jim Cummings said Genco has occupied a smaller building in the park and could not provide information on potential job growth.

By DEE-ANN DURBIN AP Auto Writer

Inflation remains flat

U.S. consumer prices were unchanged in July from June, as a small drop in energy costs offset slightly higher food prices. The consumer price index hasn’t increased since March, evidence that the weak economy is keeping inflation in check. Food and gas prices will likely rise in the coming months. The Midwest drought has damaged crops, which will likely push up food costs and gas prices are on the rise, increasing 30 cents in the past month.

Brazil boosts roads, rail

Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff announced a nearly $66 billion investment package on Wednesday to beef up the nation’s ailing road and rail systems, part of efforts to solve serious transportation bottlenecks and spur a sputtering economy. The investment includes laying 6,200 miles of train tracks and building or widening 4,660 miles of federal highways.Transportation bottlenecks have long made it difficult to move Brazil’s massive amounts of commodities from far-flung fields and mines to foreign markets.

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MINNEAPOLIS -- For much of the 20th century, going to the movies meant walking to a single-screen neighborhood theater, where the light from a projector passed through strips of celluloid. Jeffrey Eisentraut loved that so much when he was growing up that he eventually moved to Southern Illinois to run three historic theaters. But now Eisentraut and other independent operators are under siege. The movie studios are rapidly replacing reels of celluloid film with hard drives that are cheaper for them to ship and compatible with lucrative

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line, radio or TV, print ads don’t go away as soon as you navigate away from the page or the show returns from the commercial break. They stick around. By advertising in print, is Google poking fun at “old media”? Maybe, maybe not. What I suspect, though, is that a 60-year-old CEO is more likely to be reading Globe and Mail than they are to be putzing around on Google AdWords or paying attention to the ads on a website, no matter how much tech-savvy posturing they do in public. If that’s the case, Google’s product line might not have entered into their awareness until they saw that ad.

NICK DELORENZO

tion. For a business, being on “the Internet” is a generic phrase, encompassing social media, e-mail marketing, websites, apps, paid search, search engine optimization, banner advertising and other marketing tools. As advertisers begin leaning towards these new channels, their messages, as well as their marketing dollars, become increasingly diluted – not because they’re ineffective, but because the way they’re used differs widely across markets and demo-

Foreign Exchange & Metals CURRENCY CLOSE USD per British Pound 1.5687 Canadian Dollar .9889 USD per Euro 1.2290 Japanese Yen 78.88 Mexican Peso 13.1460

DETROIT — The number of U.S. car dealerships is rising again after thousands of closures during the recession. It’s another sign of strength for the car industry, which has been seeing steady sales increases over the last few years despite the wobbly recovery. It’s also good news for the economy, since new car dealerships typically employ around 53 people, according to the National Auto Dealers Association. There were 17,767 U.S. dealerships at the end of 2011, or 108 more than at the end of 2010, according to a report released this week by Urban Science, a consulting firm. In a typical year, the number of dealerships falls by 2 percent because of retirements and downsizing, so a rise is fairly significant. The two largest contributors to the increase were Fiat, which added 135 dealerships, and Chrysler, which added 50. California saw the most dealership openings, with 31. New Jersey was next with 10. It’s a reversal from the downturn, when General Motors and Chrysler filed for bankruptcy protection and shuttered hundreds of dealerships as part of the process. Some Ford Motor Co. dealers were also forced to close when Ford stopped selling its Mercury brand. Other dealers closed because banks froze up and they couldn’t get financing. Urban Science said 3,306 dealers closed from 2008 to 2010. The dealerships that held on and stayed open during the recession are more profitable. U.S. dealers are on track to have a record number of sales per dealership this year, Urban Science said. Sales per dealership increased 10 percent to 719 in 2011, which is approaching the current record of 784 in 2005.

The projection booth contains the film ‘The Dark Knight Rises’ on one of the rotating platters before the midnight premiere July 19 at the Orpheum Theater in Hillsboro, Ill.

Stores bet on mobile pay

A bevy of big-name retailers including Wal-Mart Stores and Target said Wednesday they’ve created a new company, Merchant Customer Exchange, to develop a mobile payment application that will be available for nearly any smartphone. The app is expected to integrate a variety of coupons, rebates and loyalty programs.

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about the ineffectiveness of print advertisements? Or did Google genuinely believe the ad would get results? Google can already reach most of the people who are likely to be using AdWords with its own marketing tools. If you’ve done a Google search within the past year, you’ve probably run across Google AdWords, whether you realize it or not. Running an ad in a newspaper is probably one of the few methods Google has left at its disposal to reach a truly new audience. And at the risk of over-generalizing about advertising, in contrast to on10-YR T-NOTE 1.81%

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Nick DeLorenzo is director of interactive and new media for The Times Leader. E-mail him at ndelorenzo@timesleader.com.

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 16, 2012

THE TIMES LEADER

www.timesleader.com

NATIONAL FORECAST Sunny, warm, low humidity

Partly sunny, a shower

76° 53°

TUESDAY Mostly sunny, cool

77° 56°

Syracuse 85/66

New York City 87/72 Reading 88/63

Atlantic City 88/70

Yesterday Average Record High Record Low

Cooling Degree Days*

Yesterday Month to date Year to date Last year to date Normal year to date

76/65 80/60 94 in 1995 46 in 1907 6 143 711 618 448

*Index of fuel consumption, how far the day’s mean temperature was above 65 degrees.

Precipitation

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Sun and Moon

Sunrise 6:14a 6:15a Moonrise Today 5:11a Tomorrow 6:17a Today Tomorrow

Brandywine Valley

Highs: 87-88. Lows: 67-70. Mostly sunny and pleasant today. Clear to partly cloudy tonight.

Philadelphia 89/70

Temperatures

The Finger Lakes

Highs: 79-85. Lows: 60-68. Mostly sunny skies today. Increasing clouds tonight.

Delmarva/Ocean City

Highs: 84-88. Lows: 64-70. Mostly sunny and pleasant today. Clear to partly cloudy tonight.

0.00” 2.52” 1.72” 21.63” 23.34” Sunset 8:00p 7:59p Moonset 7:08p 7:40p

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Weather Central, LP For more weather information go to:

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607-729-1597

83/60

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98/75

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61/50

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City

Yesterday

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ALMANAC Recorded at Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Int’l Airport River Levels, from 12 p.m. yesterday.

89/72

79/52

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87/72

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Poughkeepsie 85/62

69/50 86/64

80° 55°

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Pottsville 86/60

Harrisburg 87/65

74/48

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Albany 83/63

Towanda 82/59

State College 85/61

94/64

TODAY’S SUMMARY

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Scranton 82/63

WEDNESDAY Mostly sunny

75° 55°

REGIONAL FORECAST Today’s high/ Tonight’s low

76° 55°

80° 63°

MONDAY Partly sunny

SUNDAY Partly sunny, a shower

SATURDAY Sunny, cooler

FRIDAY

Sept. 8

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Yesterday

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WORLD CITIES

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Yesterday

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No LOL matter: Texting is killing grammar skills By MICHELLE MALTAIS Los Angeles Times

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KRON, Ohio — When Emma Dontis was deciding where to go to college, the pricey College of Wooster got the nod, in part because she loved the campus — and in part because it offered to slash $35,000 off the yearly bill of $50,000.

“It came down to money,” Dontis said. “It was the only in-state school I applied to, and I decided I wanted to stay close to home. And they gave me quite a bit of money.” Dontis had discovered a littleknown secret of higher education. While the sticker price for private colleges appears to be much higher than that of their public counterparts, the privates — also called independents — often slash student bills by half or more. That means many students — almost all, really — do not pay the published list prices of $30,000 to $50,000 that are common at many private colleges. According to an April study by the National Association of College and University Business Officers (NACUBO), the average first-time, full-time freshman nationwide received $12,000 in grants in 2009. That significantly offset the average tuition of $28,600 at private, not-for-profit institutions, which award two-thirds of the institutional aid nationwide. Sometimes these awards are fund-

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Emma Dontis, 19, University of Akron junior, majoring in biology, will transfer to Wooster College in the fall because private colleges offer tuition discounts.

ed, which means that the institution has donations or endowment proceeds — real money — to pay for them. But more often, the scholarships (for merit) and grants (for need) are what the colleges consider “unfunded,” which means they are simply cuts in the college’s published list price.

They can be swept away, much like a car dealer reduces the price of a vehicle. Sticker prices — in cars and higher education alike — are not always real. At Oberlin College in Lorain County, Ohio, for example, only 15 to 20 percent of the $54 million in institutional aid is funded, according to Rob Reddy, director of financial aid. “What we do (in financial aid) is create a budget, subtract the family contribution and meet 100 percent of the need,” he said. Given that Oberlin’s list price is $57,000 a year, one of the highest in Ohio, the need can be considerable. “We understand that expense is a major concern,” Reddy said. “We try to attract students who will thrive. Then we talk about the cost factor.” As college costs have skyrocketed in the past two decades, so has the amount that private colleges are willing to slash off the bill. According to the NACUBO study, the discount rate for private colleges See TUITION, Page 2C

If you have teens, you’ve probably grown accustomed to seeing them lighted by the glow of a phone screen. Well, there’s some good and bad news coming from the hours they spend speed-tapping notes to one another. Good news: The hours your kids are spending face to phone are paying off. They have become fluent in a second language. Bad news: That language is texting. And worse: There isn’t (yet) a texting portion on the SAT, so they’ll need to work harder to recover those grammar skills they are killing with every LOL and BRB. A new study confirms what many parents suspect. The more kids send and receive texts, the worse their grammar skills become. With “the culture of mobile communication – quick back and forth – inevitably, there are compromises on traditional, cultural writing,” said S. Shyam Sundar, professor of communications and co-director of Pennsylvania State University’s Media Effects Research Laboratory, which conducted the study. “Techspeak,” as Sundar and his research partner Drew P. Cingel call it, has become so routine and prevalent among young users that it’s eroding their foundation of basic grammar. “Routine use of textual adaptations by current and future generations of 13-to-17-year-olds may serve to create the impression that this is normal and accepted use of the language and rob this age group of a fundamental understanding of standard English grammar,” they said in their published findings. Basically, kids aren’t able to “code switch” – shift between standard grammar and the abbreviations used in text messages, Sundar said. Those abbreviations have essentially become the words for them. Adults not raised on text-friendly abbreviations in their formative years are able to shift between formal and informal language, Sundar said. Kids consuming a steady diet of “textual adaptations” aren’t. “Results show broad support for a general negative relationship between the use of techspeak in text messages and scores on a grammar assessment,” the study results said. Linguists aren’t particularly disturbed by the trend, Sundar said. “The linguists will tell you the language is very dynamic.” True, words that were once dismissed as just catchy lyrics among certain demographics have made it into the mainstream – and into the dictionary.

TEST YOUR GRAMMAR Researchers had kids ages 10 to 14 take a grammar test. And it turned out those who sent or received texts recently performed worse on the exam. Here’s a sample of the questions, so you can test yourself to see how text saturation has affected your grammar: 1. During the flood, we (dranked, drank, drunk, drunked) bottled water. 2. Fortunately, Jim’s name was (accepted, excepted) from the roster of those who would have to clean bathrooms because he was supposed to go downtown to (accept, except) a reward for the German Club. 3. I don’t know how I could (lose, loose) such a big dress. It is so large that it is (lose, loose) on me when I wear it! 4. (Its, It’s, Its’) an honor to accept the awards certificates and medals presented to the club. 5. Worried, and frayed, the old man paced the floor waiting for his daughter. (Correct/Incorrect) The answers: 1. drank; 2. excepted, accept; 3. lose, loose; 4. It’s; 5. incorrect (it should be “afraid”). So, did you get them all correct? If so, WTG!

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FINANCIAL AID: A LOCAL PICTURE King’s College Tuition: $29,174 Average first-year gift (scholarships, grants): $16,225 Average first-year package: $22,303 Source: www.kings.edu Average financial-aid package as reported on bigfuture.collegeboard.org: $22,611 ••• Misericordia University Tuition and general fee: $27,230 Average financial aid package reported by college (excluding loans): $14,092 Average financial-aid package reported on bigfuture.collegeboard.org: $18,623 ••• Wilkes University Tuition: $29,326 Average financial aid package: $21,443 Source: bigfuture.collegeboard.org ••• When we first contacted local colleges to ask

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has grown from about 27 percent in 1990 to 37 percent in 2000 to almost 43 percent last fall. The practice is so pervasive that almost 86 percent of firsttime, full-time freshmen at private colleges nationwide got price breaks, according to the study. At Walsh University in North Canton, 98 percent of students get some kind of institutional aid — almost all of it unfunded — to meet the yearly cost of $35,000 for tuition, fees, room and board, said Brett Freshour, vice president for enrollment management. While $35,000 is a relatively moderate cost for a private college, it still is out of reach for many of the university’s students, he said. “The mission of our founders, the Brothers of Christian Instruction, was to educate the working classes,” Freshour said. Walsh students “are not on the wealthy end of the spectrum. A good percentage of them are really needy.” At the College of Wooster, more than three-quarters of students get some kind of institutional aid, said Scott Friedhoff, vice president of enrollment and college relations. One in five students comes from a family with an income of less than $40,000, he said. “We will put together a finan-

cial-aid award that will make it feasible for every student we admit,” he said. Those awards often are essential to attracting incoming freshmen, who are the bedrock of many of the college’s enrollment strategies.

about their average financial-aid packages, King’s College directed us to its website, which lists an average first-year gift of $16,225 and an average first-year package of $22,303. Due to a variety of circumstances, neither Wilkes University nor Misericordia University were immediately able to provide similar numbers. Much discussion ensued regarding such questions as whether to include loans (which students will have to pay back) in the amount, and Wilkes pointed out that an “average number” can be misleading because, certainly, not every student receives the average amount of financial aid. Several days and many phone calls later, we had numbers from Misericordia and an agreement from Wilkes that it was comfortable with the numbers published on the website bigfuture.collegeboard.org. That website apparently includes loans in the figures it calculates, so to be fair to all the schools we’re also listing the figures it reports for all of them.

These incoming students have the potential to be enrolled for four years or longer, bringing in federal funds and loan money along the way even if they contribute little out of pocket. Colleges also get the chance to shape the incoming class the way

they want it, luring students with attributes in music or sports or other special categories. The students fill seats that might otherwise go empty and bolster enrollment. The right students can help the college to improve its performance in the all-

important national rankings that almost all brag about on their home page. Mom and dad may be thrilled that Junior can command discounts of $10,000, $20,000, $30,000 or more, and the luckiest families may find themselves picking among several offers. That’s what happened to Emma Dontis, the Firestone High grad who weighed an attractive offer from Wellesley College against that of the College of Wooster. Dontis recalls that the private women’s college in Massachusetts offered her about $35,000 to offset the $55,000 yearly bill.

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Tyler J. Kelly

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Tyler James Kelly, son of James and Danielle Kelly, Parsons, is celebrating his fifth birthday today, Aug. 16. Tyler is a grandson of Frank and Angie Miscavage and John Kelly, all of Parsons, and the late Rita Kelly. He has a sister, Julianna, 8.

Anthony C. Tomasso, son of Cassandra Brew, Wilkes-Barre, and the late John Tomasso, is celebrating his eighth birthday today, Aug. 16. Anthony is a grandson of Sharon Brew, Wilkes-Barre, and the late Sheldon Pulver. He has a brother, Justin, 19, and a sister, Shannon, 17.

Alumni Society supports Summer Youth Program Penn State Wilkes-Barre Alumni Constituent Society recently donated funds to support the Penn State Wilkes-Barre’s Continuing Education 2012 Summer Youth Program. The society sponsored scholarships for six youths to attend a week-long camp of their choosing at Penn State Wilkes-Barre. At the check presentation, from left: Teri Pace, coordinator, Summer Youth Program; David Hoffman, president emeritus, Penn State Wilkes-Barre Alumni Constituent Society; and Jane Ashton, director, Continuing Education.

Class of 1965 is holding a 65th birthday bash from noon-7 p.m. on Sept. 15 at Konefal’s Grove, Chase Road, Shavertown. Cost is $30 per person and includes food and drinks. Reservation deadline has been extended to Aug. 31. Checks should be made payable to Coughlin Class of 65 and sent to Linda Hester Jones, 31 1/2 Saint James St., Plains, PA 18704, or Nikki Wasil Dobranski, 240 Rattle Snake Hill Road, Meshoppen, PA 18630.

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Zachary Jacob Kosick, son of Diana and Adam Kosick, Shavertown, is celebrating his third birthday today, Aug. 16. Zachary is a grandson of Helen Cottrell, Richard Rosecrans and Robin Kosick, Exeter. He is a greatgrandson of Miranda Kosick, Exeter; Joan Sands, Wyoming; and the late John Kosick and John Kosick Sr.

Caitlyn Hamacher, daughter of Blake and Charlotte Hamacher, Nanticoke, is celebrating her eighth birthday today, Aug. 16. Caitlyn is a granddaughter of Kenneth Roebuck, Nanticoke; Tracie Walker, Frankenmuth, Mich.; Vicki Hamacher, Flint, Mich.; and Doug Sloan, Farwell, Mich. She has a sister, Kieran.

Class of 1962 is holding its 50th anniversary reunion on Oct. 6 at A Taste of Class, 228 George Ave., Wilkes-Barre. The next committee meeting will be at 7 tonight at the home of Beverly Walison Copeland, 13 Grace Drive, Plains Township. The reunion committee is seeking addresses of the following classmates, Bonnie Allen, Kenneth Barber, Sharon Berton Harris, Janice Bostjonic Ferry, Mary Burns, Noreen Considine, Raymond Chalkes, James Eital, Mary Ellis Keiper, William Fraley, Catherine Gibbons May, Barbara Haralson, Lorrainne Katerbuk Meadie, Ernest Krute, Marie McCaffery Baczynski, Ronald Miller, Paul Miklick, Delores Nottingham, Diana Novenski, Patricia Owens Phelps, James Oliver, Beverly Siglin Zimmerman, Sandra Willis Omanski, Charles Wolfe, Mary Ann Wysocki Earlay, Joseph Zaremski, George Reese, Carlton Sprow and Kathie Stoechler Depew. Anyone having information should call Bill Feldman at 696-1494.

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LCCC NAACP Chapter holds Black History Forum The Luzerne County Community College NAACP Student Chapter 29AC recently held a Black History Month Forum. The program focused on the contributions of African Americans to American history. Some of the participants, from left, first row: Christine Delaplace, Moscow, secretary, NAACP student chapter; Tiffany White, Wilkes-Barre; Deborah Whitaker, Wilkes-Barre, presenter and learning support specialist, LCCC; and Angel Jirau, Wilkes-Barre, executive director, SALSA. Second row: Mary Sullivan, director, student life and athletics, LCCC; Shanice Thomas, Wilkes-Barre, president, NAACP student chapter; Denise Dalley, Wilkes-Barre; and Sonexay Sanaphol, Pittston. Third row: Connie Pace, Wilkes-Barre; Jermane Foster, Wilkes-Barre, vice president, NAACP student chapter; and David Fox, Drums, freshman representative, Student Government Association.

Emily E. Umlah Emily Elizabeth Umlah, daughter of Jerry and Andrea Umlah, Hanover Township, is celebrating her 10th birthday today, Aug. 16. Emily is a granddaughter of Andrew and Dorothy Jamula, Hanover Township, and the late Joseph and Elizabeth Umlah. She has a sister, Natalie, 6.

Small Wonders students hold bike-a-thon to help St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

The students of Small Wonders/Back Mountain recently held a bike-a-thon for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The children spent the week learning about bicycle safety through the stories of Bikewell Bear. They also learned helmet safety from the Northeast Highway Safety Program. Director Linda Somoga coordinated the event which raised $2,250. Small Wonders/Back Mountain has been raising money for St. Jude’s since 1999. Pre-school participants, from left, first row, are Adalyn Gutierrez, Garrett Voitek, Ben Stockage, Cole Langdon, Alexa Thompson, Jack McLaughlin, Luke Kostick, Anya Atherton and Lily Milazzo. Second row: Raeann Sherrill, Liam Naperkowski, Taylor Gashi, Kaylee Humenansky, Carissa Davis, Peyton Van Valkenburgh, Emily Grochal, Breenna Mulligan, Megan Kuzma, Theo Barr, Sarah Williams, Dallas Fernades, Aiden Romanoski and Somoga.

Classes of 1950 and 1951 will meet for a luncheon at 1 p.m. on Wednesday at Mariannaci’s Restaurant, 252 W. Eighth St., Wyoming. All classmates, spouses and friends are invited. For reservations call Marilyn at 288-3102; Gil at 8249425; or Don at 417-2421.

Hanover Area High School Class of 1976 will hold an informal gathering from 4-10 p.m. on Saturday. For more information contact Dave Rash at 236-1702; Mary Povilitus at 328-4942; Maureen Mangino at 735-4144; or Kevin Kwiatek at 262-0982. Class of 1977 is hosting a barbecue to celebrate surviving 35 years of life since graduating from high school from 2-8 p.m. on Sept. 1 at Sand Springs Country Club, Drums. Cost is $35 per person with a cash bar. To confirm reservation mail check made payable to Hanover Class of 77 to Clarissa VanLeuvenSacra, 5205 Ampthill Drive, Alexanderia, VA 22312 or Duane Englehardt, 14 Pulaski St., Kingston, PA 18704 by Wednesday.

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Marymount High School Class of 1962 will celebrate its 50th anniversary reunion at 6 p.m. on Sept. 1 at The Café. All classmates are invited. Information is still needed on the following classmates, Joseph Goralski, Agnes McCauley, Maureen Menichini, Janet Piotrowski, Stanley Rysz, John Witt and Margaret Krevenko. A Mass to honor deceased classmates will be celebrated by classmate the Rev. Francis Skitzki at 11:15 a.m. on Sept. 2 at Our Lady of Hope Church. All families and friends of the deceased are invited.

Meyers High School Class of 1943 is planning an early 70th reunion for Sept. 15 at the Ramada in Wilkes-Barre. For more information, call Irene Coburn at 822-5287; Joe Obeid at 824-9161; or Ralph Isely at 823-4097.

Nanticoke Area High School Class of 1977 is holding a reunion meeting at 7 p.m. on Tuesday at Tommyboy’s Bar and Restaurant, Nanticoke. Plans for the 35th anniversary reunion to be held on Sept. 15 at Konefal’s Grove will be finalized. All classmates welcome. For more information call Judi Dongoski at 823-1540 or Debbie Bukowski Kearney at 718-1830.

Plains High School/Sacred Heart High School Class of 1960 is holding a get together at 6:30 p.m. on Aug. 25 at The River Grille, 670 N. River St., Plains Township. All class members and their guests are invited. If attending, call Roberta Pryor Ricardo Schloemer at 829-4821.

West Side Central Catholic High School Class of 1962 reunion committee is holding a final planning meeting at 1 p.m. on Saturday in the basement of the American Legion, Shoemaker Street, Swoyersville. All alumni are welcome.

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15,995 ‘08 DODGE MAGNUM $ 13,995 ‘08 HYUNDAI ENTOURAGE $ 12,995 ‘07 JEEP LIBERTY $ 12,995 ‘07 DODGE CALIBER $ 10,495 ‘03 CHEVY S-10 BLAZER LS $ LLD 9,995 O O D SS ‘08 PONTIAC G5 $ 9,995 ‘04 FORD MUSTANG $ 7,995 ‘90 CHRYSLER LEBARON CONV. $ 7,995 Light Blue, Only 16K Miles! Nicely Equipped...........

White, PDL, PWL, Cruise, CD ....................................... Gold, 7 Pass., Rear A/C, Very Nice ...............................

Green, PW, PDL, Tilt, Cruise......................................... Orange Met., 4 Cyl., Nicely Equipped.......................

Pewter, 4 Dr., Only 32K Miles............................................

Red, Cpe., 5-Speed, Spoiler................................................

Dark Red, 40th Anniversary, 5 Speed.............................

White, 1 Owner, V6, Only 29K Miles ................................. TAX AND TAGS ADDITIONAL We Now Offer Buy Here-Pay Here! LOW DOWN PAYMENT CLEAN, INSPECTED VEHICLES

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FOUND - Parakeet. Call to identify, Mountain Top area. 570-868-4660 FOUND. Young male cat, tiger striped, very friendly. Vicinity of Broad St. Pitttston -883-0412

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Notice is hereby given that an Applicator for Registration of Fictitious Name was filed in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania on July 17, 2012 for C & B Grill located at 42 Sylvan Lake Rd., Hunlock Creek, PA 18621. The name and address of each individual interested in the business is Michelle Kacurak, 42 Sylvan Lake Rd., Hunlock Creek, PA 18621. This was filed in accordance with 54 PaC.S. 311. ESTATE NOTICE

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Estate of Rita Thompson, late of Nanticoke, PA. (died July 25, 2012), Letters of Testa-mentary having been granted, all persons having claims or demands against the estate of the d e c e d e n t shall make them known and present them, and all persons indebted to said decedent shall make payment thereof without delay to:

288-8995

Robert Thompson, Executor, 17 Gunhurst Garth, Baltimore, MD 21236.

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949 Wyoming Ave. Forty Fort

SANTO VOLVO 5

29mpg Hwy. ALL NEW

YEAR ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE

2013 VOLVO S60 ALL WHEEL DRIVE JUST

369

2.5 liter, Turbo, AWD, Power Glass, Moonroof, Heated Leather seats, Keyless Drive and more

Per month 36 months Just $995 down

Plus: Pay nothing to repair or maintain your S60 for the entire lease

Pmt. based on 36 month closed end lease. Tax and fees not included with $995 cash down or equal trade. First month pmts. and bank requisition fee ($695) due on delivery. No security deposit required. 30,000 miles allowed. $1000 SAAB/Volvo owner loyalty. Rebate included. See sales person for details. Offer Expires 8-31-12.

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For additional information or questions regarding legal notices you may call Marti Peznowski at 570-970-7371 or 570-829-7130 ESTATE NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Letters of Testamentary have been granted in the Estate of Willard Nesbitt, late of Ashley Borough, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, who died on March 15, 2012. All persons indebted to said estate are required to make payment and those having claims or demands to present the same without delay to Marian Kornacki, Executrix in care of John D. Sieminski, Attorney for the Estate. JOHN D. SIEMINSKI, ESQUIRE 1575 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort, PA 18704

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LEGAL NOTICE FAMILY COURT FOR THE STATE OF DELAWARE NOTICE OF FAMILY COURT DEPENDENCY AND NEGLECT CUSTODY ACTION TO: Unknown Father, DOB: Respondent FROM: Victoria Short, DIVISION OF FAMILY SERVICES •Minor Female, DOB: 08-26-2005 • Minor Male, DOB: ________ •Minor Female, DOB: • Minor Male, DOB: ________ A hearing has been scheduled at Family Court, 400 Court Street, Dover, Delaware. Please contact Ms. Victoria Short @ (302) 526-5686. If you do not appear at the hearing, the Court may grant custody of your child(ren) to the Division of Family Services without your appearance. IF YOU WISH TO BE REPRESENTED BY AN ATTORNEY IN THIS MATTER BUT CANNOT AFFORD ONE, YOU MAY BE ENTITLED TO HAVE THE COURT APPOINT AN ATTORNEY TO REPRESENT YOU FOR FREE. FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT THE CONFIDENTIAL CLERK AT FAMILY COURT, (302) 672-1000.

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LEGAL NOTICE FAMILY COURT FOR THE STATE OF DELAWARE NOTICE OF FAMILY COURT DEPENDENCY AND NEGLECT CUSTODY ACTION TO: Billy R. Lewis, II,: Respondent FROM: Victoria Short, DIVISION OF FAMILY SERVICES •Minor Female, DOB: 08-26-2005 • Minor Male, DOB: ________ •Minor Female, DOB: • Minor Male, DOB: ________ A hearing has been scheduled at Family Court, 400 Court Street, Dover, Delaware. Please contact Ms. Victoria Short @. Please contact Ms. Victoria Short @ (302) 526-5686. If you do not appear at the hearing, the Court may grant custody of your child(ren) to the Division of Family Services without your appearance. IF YOU WISH TO BE REPRESENTED BY AN ATTORNEY IN THIS MATTER BUT CANNOT AFFORD ONE, YOU MAY BE ENTITLED TO HAVE THE COURT APPOINT AN ATTORNEY TO REPRESENT YOU FOR FREE. FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT THE CONFIDENTIAL CLERK AT FAMILY COURT, (302) 672-1000.

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NOTICE TO INTERESTED APPLICANTS.

SEALED BIDS WILL BE RECEIVED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE PITTSTON AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR:

Request for Proposal for Investment Services to Edwardsville Borough Pension Plans. 1. The Request for Proposal consists of the FIre, Police and Non-Uniformed Pension Plans. 2. All information must be submitted in writing by September 7, 2012. The Request for Proposal, Professional Service Contract Disclosure and Professional Service Application and Contract Disclosure can be obtained from the Edwardsville Borough website: www. Edwardsville Borough.com. You can also contact the Edwardsville Borough, 470 Main Street, Edwardsville, PA 18704, at 570-2886484 for further assistance. You can ask for our Borough Manager, Charles Szalkowski. 3. The Borough will evaluate and select the successful applicant pursuant to the requirements of Act 44 of 2009

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PUBLIC NOTICE Official Notice is hereby given that the Luzerne County Flood Protection Authority is soliciting Requests for Proposals from qualified, experienced parties for the following: Title Search Services Proposals must be submitted to Mr. James J. Brozena, P.E. at the Luzerne County Protection Authority Office, located at 65 Reichard Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711 no later than 3:30 P.M. on Thursday, August 23, 2012. Complete specifications are available at the Flood Protection Authority’s Office, 65 Reichard Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711; by mail at the Luzerne County Flood Protection Authority, 200 North River Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711 or electronically at www.luzernecounty.org. The Luzerne County Flood Protection Authority is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. By order of Stephen A. Urban, Chairman Luzerne County Flood Protection Authority The Luzerne County Flood Protection Authority Office is a facility accessible to persons with disabilities. Please notify the Authority, no less than 48 hours in advance, if special accommodations are required.

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BUYING

JUNK VEHICLES & Heavy Equipment

NOBODY PAYS MORE! HAPPY TRAILS TRUCK SALES 570-760-2035 570-542-2277 6am to 9pm

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SPORTING EVENTS

Mon. thru Fri. 570-655-1897

MOTHERS HELPER Do you need time

for yourself? Then allow me to do your light housekeeping, watch the kids or run errands for you. Please call 570-852-3474 Kingston area. References available.

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ATLANTIC CITY 8/26

NYC WED. $34 AUG 15, 22, 29 JERSEY BOYS PHANTOM OF THE OPERA MAMA MIA

$99 Bus and show

SAN GENARO

9/15, 9/19, 9/22 $36

DOVER RACE 9/30 P ITTSTON P ARK / R IDE

RAINBOW TOURS 489-4761 BROADWAY SHOW BUS TRIPS WICKED

Wed. Oct. 10 $169

ORCHESTRA SEATS

RADIO CITY XMAS SHOW Mon. Nov. 26 $85. Wed. Dec. 12 $95. Sat. Dec 15th $130.

ALL SHOWS INCLUDE BUS & SHOW CALL ROSEANN @ 655-4 4247

BUS TOURS

SEATS STILL AVAILABLE FOR: Southampton Long Island Sat. Aug., 18

Reservations Now Being taken for: “Not your usual” Washington DC Sept 29 & 30

For More Info Call Anne 570-655-3420 anne.cameo @verizon.net Notre Dame vs. Purdue Bus Trip Includes: Transportation, Game Ticket, QB Luncheon & Pep Rally! September 6th to September 9th, 4 days/3 nights. Cost : $575, based on double occupancy. Travel with the Notre Dame Club of Hanover Township For more info call: Jim @ 570-466-9991.

SUMMER GETAWAYS!

Williamsport Hiawatha 9/1 Murder Mystery Comedy Show w/lunch @ Moshulu 8/13 Gettysburg Tour 8/18 Washington DC 8/18 NY State Fair 8/25 Ocean City MD 5 Day 9/3-7 Yankees vs Rangers 8/14 1-800-432-8069

all options, 6 cyl. Excellent. $2,875 Call 570-309-7230

Wilkes-Barre, PA 570-825-8253

ATVs/Dune Buggies

CHEVY ‘97 BLAZER 2 door, 6 cylinder, auto, 62,000 ORIGINAL MILES, 3 wheel drive. LIKE NEW! $2,850

HAWK `11 125CC Auto, key start, with

Volkswagen ‘98 Cabrio Convertible 4 cylinder, auto $1,850

HAWK 2011 UTILITY ATV

Kia Sedona ‘04 7 Passenger Van Leather, air, CD, sunroof, 6 cylinder, auto, very good condition. $3,850

reverse & remote control. $700. OBO 570-674-2920

Current Inspection On All Vehicles DEALER NEW!! Full size adult ATV. Strong 4 stroke motor. CVT fully automatic transmission with reverse. Electric start. Front & rear luggage racks. Long travel suspension. Disc brakes. Dual stage head lights. Perfect for hunters & trail riders alike. BRAND NEW & READY TO RIDE. $1,995 takes it away. 570-817-2952 Wilkes-Barre

TOMAHAWK`11

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

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‘08 BMW 328IX

2 door, auto, silver with black interior, AWD. 50,000. mi. Leather, all power, new tires, way below book.$19,990 Dallas area 570-406-8455

Selling your Camper? Place an ad and find a new owner. 570-829-7130

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CAMEO HOUSE

JEEP `97 GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO 4x4, low mileage, LEO’S AUTO SALES 93 Butler St

406

ATV, 110 CC. Brand New Tomahawk Kids Quad. Only $695 takes it away! 570-817-2952 Wilkes-Barre

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CADILLAC `94 DEVILLE SEDAN

94,000 miles, automatic, front wheel drive, 4 door, air conditioning, air bags, all power, cruise control, leather interior, $3,300. 570-394-9004

DODGE `96 NEON 90,00 miles.

Needs work. $500 570-855-4229

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.

HYUNDAI ‘03 ELANTRA GS Black. 1 owner.

Non-Smoker. Fantastic Fuel Economy! Florida car (CLEAN). Freshly Serviced. 112K miles. $3300. Call (570) 822-3005.

LINCOLN ‘91

CONTINENTAL 107,000 miles. Fully loaded, sunroof, alpine radio system 9 disc CD. $4000 David - 735-7412

CROSSROAD MOTORS

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800-825-1609

‘02 Pontiac Sunfire 102k, 5 speed stick shift, cold air ‘01 Ford Explorer XLT Leather, moonroof, cold air, 124k ‘99 Plymouth Grand Voyager 1 owner, 106k, “Same as Caravan”. ‘00 Chevy Blazer 2 door, Z71 package, 58,000 miles ‘03 S10 Pickup 2 wheel drive, new inspection. ‘94 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited New brakes and ball joints, front and rear, nice truck! ALL VEHICLES ARE INSPECTED AND WARRANTED

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Tenenbaum’s Travel 288-8747

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****************** New Years Eve Sailing Enchantment of the Seas Departs Baltimore 12/29/2012 From $766.00 p/p ***************** Valentines Day Celebration Explorer of the Seas Departs NJ 02/10/2013 From $577.00 p/p Senior Special Call

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1009 Penn Ave Scranton 18509 Across from Scranton Prep

Yankees @ Baltimore Sept. 8 & 9 Includes: Bus, Baltimore Marriott Inner Harbor & 2 Game Tickets $249/pp

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Yankees @ Cleveland Aug. 24, 25 & 26 3 Games Includes: Lower Level Tickets, Bus, Hampton Inn Downtown Cleveland & Breakfast $349/pp

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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

BMW `07 328XI

sedan, black, black leather, only 71,900 miles. One female owner, always maintained at BMW dealer, garage kept, loaded, pristine condition. $17,900. Call 570-784-5572

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

CADILLAC ‘00 DTS Tan, satellite

radio, leather, moon roof, loaded excellent condition. 136k miles. $4,995.

570-814-2809

CADILLAC ‘03 DEVILLE low miles. extra

clean and sharp, $7,995 MAFFEI AUTO SALES 570-288-6227 444 Market Street Kingston

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AUDI S5 CONV.

Sprint blue, black / brown leather int., navigation, 7 spd auto turbo, AWD 10 CHEVY MALIBU LS blue 4 cyl. auto 09 CHEVY IMPALAM LS Silver, V6 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 FORD 500 AWD grey, auto V6 05 CHEVY IMPALA silver, alloys, V6 04 NISSAN MAXIMA LS silver, auto, sunroof 03 CHEVY MONTE CARLO LS blue V6 auto 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 TOYOTA CELICA GT silver, 4 cyl auto sunroof 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

08 DODGE NITRO SXT orange, auto, 4x4 08 FORD ESCAPE XLT SILVER, V6, 4X4 07 DODGE CARAVAN SXT green, 4 door, 7 pass mini van 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 JEEP LIBERTY SPORT green, V6, 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 04 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER XLS red, auto, 4 cyl., AWD 04 KIA SORENTO EX blue, auto, V6 AWD 04 FORD EXPLORER 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 CHEVY 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 NISSAN PATHINDER gold, V6, 4x4

CADILLAC ‘08 SRX AWD, mint

condition. $19,999 MAFFEI AUTO SALES 570-288-6227 444 Market Street Kingston

CHEVY ‘95 ASTRO

MARK III CONVERSION VAN. Hightop. 93K. 7 passenger. TV/VCP/Stereo. Loaded. Great condition. $3,495 (570) 574-2199

1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

CHEVY ‘03 IMPALA V6, Very clean

car! $3,995 570-696-4377

DODGE `07 CALIBER SXT Steel blue, power windows & locks, 90,000 miles, runs great. $6,800 570-466-1044

570-825-7988

700 Sans Souci Highway WE SELL FOR LESS!! ‘12 Ford Fusion 25k factory warranty $16,299 ‘11 Ford Escape XLT, 4x4, 26k, Factory Warranty, 6 Cylinder $19,099 ‘11 Mitsubishi Endeavor 4x4, 20k, Factory Warranty $18,599 ‘11 E250 Cargo AT-AC cruise, 15k, factory warranty $17,399 ‘11 Nissan Rogue AWD, 27k Factory warranty $17,399 07 Ford Escape 4X4 XLT 83K $9,999 ‘06 Dodge Caravan 57K $7499 06 Chrysler Sebring Conv. Touring 60K $7,799 ‘06 Dodge Stratus SXT 6 cyl, AT-AC 62K $7,799 ‘06 FORD FREESTAR 62k, Rear air A/C $7,899 05 Chrysler T & C 63K $7,999 ‘03 F250 XL Super Duty only 24k! AT-AC, $7,399 ‘01 LINCOLN TOWN CAR Executive 74K $5,399 ‘11 Toyota Rav 4 4x4 AT only 8,000 miles, alloys, power sunroof. new condition. Factory warranty $21,399 TITLE TAGS FULL NOTARY SERVICE 6 M ONTH WARRANTY

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 96 Buick Skylark Auto, 4 door, 81K $2,495 96 Jeep Grand Cherokee,wd auto, runs great! $3,995

Junk Cars & Trucks wanted. Cash paid.

MARZAK MOTORS 601 Green Ridge St, Scranton

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SPECIAL OF THE WEEK

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 ‘02 MUSTANG

GT CONVERTIBLE

Red with black top. 6,500 miles. One Owner. Excellent Condition. $17,500 570-760-5833

‘07 DODGE CALIPER R/T

AWD, loaded with options including power sun roof, heated seats, cruise, power windows, etc. NADA book value $12,995 Our Special $6,500 ‘00 Ford Taurus Station Wagon Silver, grey leather interior, 132,000 miles, all options work. $2,599 ‘03 Mazda 6 5 speed, yellow with grey interior, 4 door, loaded with options. $5,900 02 Mercury Mountaineer AWD, green exterior, tan leather interior, lots of options. $4,500 ‘99 GMC Sierra Pickup 4x4, extended cab, bed cap, gray, 132,000 miles $4,795

FORD ‘08 FOCUS

‘05 CHEVY AVEO Silver, 4 door, grey cloth interior, A/C, re-built transmission with warranty, 4 cyl. 79,000 miles $4,995

HONDA ‘08 ACCORD

‘03 Mazda 6 5 speed, yellow with grey interior, 4 door, loaded with options. $4,295 Warranties Available

41,000 miles, red with black interior. very clean. A-title auto. $9800. 570570-331-2409

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

HONDA ‘09 CIVIC 42,000 miles, 4

door, 4 cyl, auto, $15,400 WARRANTY MAFFEI AUTO SALES 570-288-6227 444 Market Street Kingston

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570-445-5622

MERCEDES-BENZ `91 500 SL CONVERTIBLE Red with tan leather interior, power windows, am/fm with CD player, removable hard top. 80k. $16,000 OBO (570)704-6789

HONDA ‘12 MERCURY `03 SABLE ACCORD LX 4 door, 4 cyl, autoLS PREMIUM matic, showroom 4 door, one owner. condition, 6,000 miles. $20,900 Warranty MAFFEI AUTO SALES 570-288-6227 444 Market Street Kingston

JEEP ‘12 LIBERTY

6 cylinder, auto, 4x4, 13,000 miles $21,495 MAFFEI AUTO SALES 570-288-6227 444 Market Street Kingston

WANTED!

ALL JUNK CARS! CA$H PAID

570-301-3602

MERCURY `79 ZEPHYR 6 cylinder automatic. 52k original miles. $1500. 570-899-1896

6 cyl, 3 liter, 4 speed auto. All power, ABS, moon roof & remote. 73,000 miles, very dependable. $4,550 570-333-4827

NISSAN `06 MAXIMA SE Immaculate

condition, low miles, all power. Must Sell! $11,995 570-237-2412

Say it HERE in the Classifieds! 570-829-7130

PONTIAC ‘07 G6 GT Good condition. 68k miles. FWD, Auto, All power, Remote start, 4 Door, Heated leather seats, Silver. $9,500. Call Denise at 570-793-3412

TOYOTA ‘09 CAMRY 18,000 Miles,

1 owner, 4 cylinder. $16,500 MAFFEI AUTO SALES 570-288-6227 444 Market Street Kingston

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Commercial Trucks & Equipment

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

TOYOTA AVALON XLS 41,000 miles, 1 owner, $7,495 WARRANTY MAFFEI AUTO SALES 570-288-6227 444 Market Street Kingston

CHEVY ‘08 3500 HD DUMP TRUCK 2WD, automatic.

442 RVs & Campers

EXPEDITION ‘03 37U CUMMINS 300 DIESEL PUSHER

Only 12,000 miles. Vehicle in like new condition. $19,000. 570-288-4322

436

Mopeds

ROKETA ‘11 SCOOTER 250 cc, red, disk

breaks, automatic transmission. Cruise at 55mph all day. Only 600 miles. Price $1,800. 570-954-0577.

439

Motorcycles

‘12 BRAND NEW SCOOTER

15,900 miles, standard transmission. Garage kept, white with sunroof. $15K 570-387-8639

415 Autos-Antique & Classic

CHEVROLET `76 PICKUP 4 Cylinder Very Good Condition! NEW PRICE $2,500. 570-362-3626 Ask for Lee

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

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

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

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

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

‘99 HARLEY FHLT 27,000 miles,

excellent condition, detachable tour pack, $7,800. Call 570-678-3790

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

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

YAMAHA ‘97 ROYALSTAR 1300

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

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 Camper with slide out 1998, large refrigerator, queen bed, Air, stereo system, microwave, large bathroom with skylite. Excellent condition. Many upgrades, sleeps 6. $8500. neg. 570-881-3550

451

Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

CHEVROLET `03 S-10 6 cylinder, 2x4 auto-

matic, 45k, extended cab and cap. $8,500 (570)722-8650

1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

FOREST RIVER`08 5TH WHEEL

Model 8526RLS Mountain Top,PA $18,500 570-760-6341

PACE ARROW VISION ‘99 M-36 B (FORD) Type A gas, 460

Like new! $3,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

CHRYSLER `06

Town & Country. Touring Edition, all power options, stow & go seating, 72k miles. Automatic trunk & sliding doors. Book value $11,500. sell for $9,995. 570-479-7063

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

FORD `04 F150

Silver, 4 wheel drive, automatic, 56,000 miles, extra tool box, leather cover and plastic bed. Runs perfect, asking $7,500. Cell-570-472-8084 Home570-825-2596

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FORD ‘03 EXPLORER XLT

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JEEP 02 GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO

6 cylinder 4 WD, air conditioning power windows, door locks, cruise, dual air bags, tilt wheel, AM/FM/CD. keyless remote. 130k miles. $5400. 570-954-3390

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JEEP ‘04 GRAND CHEROKEE LOREDO 4x4, 6 cyl, 1

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MAZDA ‘01 B3000

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FORD ‘73 F350

Stake Body Truck 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