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Anna Malsky was crowned Wyoming Area's 2012 Homecoming Queen Friday night. Pictured, from left, are Malsky's escort, Michael Carey, Malsky and Wyoming Area's 2011 Homecoming Queen, Alexandra Amico. For Homecoming Game coverage, see Page 42.

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Autumn leaves memories lives and works in Chicago now, and I can’t remember the last time we played miniature golf. On the other hand, if you give me a minute, I probably can. There’s very little about his youth I do not remember and this time of year conjures up one of the best recollections. The street department policy in Clarks Summit was to rake your leaves to the curb in front of your property and the municipality would come along and vacuum them. It not only made a beautiful sight around town but was also a pretty sweet arrangement for homeowners. Except me. At our house, the trees, and therefore the leaves, were in the back yard. Acting on the advice of a neighbor, I addressed the problem with the help of a bed sheet. I’d spread the sheet on the grass and rake as many leaves as I thought it would hold into the center. Then I’d gather each of the four corners in my hands,

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give them a twist or two, and sling the whole thing over my back like Santa’s sack. Out front at the curb, I’d release my grip and, voila, leaves ready for the vacuum. The kids, of course, always “helped.” The first time we did this, it wasn’t long before Michael figured out the role he wanted to play in the operation. Out of the corner of my eye, I watched him creep into the center of the sheet. I, the unknowing dad, played my part perfectly. I just kept raking leaves, ostensibly unaware of his presence, until he was covered completely. All the while I kept asking Greta, “Now, where did that brother of yours get to? He was just here a minute ago.” This prompted giggles from under the pile of leaves, but I knew my character in this drama was not only supposed to be blind but also deaf. Greta played along, too.

“Maybe he ran into the house for something,” she said, a finger to her lips while pointing to the pile of leaves, just in case I was that stupid. By then, I was ready to hoist the sack. “My goodness,” I groaned, pretending to strain under the load, “this is the heaviest bag of leaves yet. I must have raked too many.” The struggle to the front was punctuated by more groans and grunts and comments like: “Am I getting weaker?” “Did someone put a cinder block in this sack?” Giggles from within – again, apparently inaudible to me – filled the crisp air. But my best performance was reserved for the emptying of the sack and the shocking discovery of the surprise inside. I played it to the hilt. The crazy part is that we immediately went to the back yard and did the whole thing all over again, right down to the “Where’s that brother?” and the

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feigned surprise at the unveiling. And then again and again until all the leaves were deposited out front. The other day my son was telling me about the game he plays in his apartment with his dog and cat. “Truman,” he’ll say, “find Gizmo.” And the dog goes scurrying off until he locates the cat. At times like these I tell Michael the thing about him that pleases me most is that he knows how to love. That’s more important to me that any career successes. The reason he knows how to love might be because he’s been loved. Gratifying as that notion may be, I deserve no credit. Loving him – and his sister – is the easiest thing I’ve ever done. And it keeps getting easier. Which means I suppose I wouldn’t trade any tomorrows, after all. They hold too much promise. Besides, all the yesterdays are right there in them.

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I lived in Clarks Summit from 1989 to 1995 and my favorite way to get there from Pittston was via Coxton Road and the scenic Newton-Ransom Boulevard. Any current drive on that two-lane stretch makes me think of rolling along with my nine or ten year old daughter sitting next to me and her six or seven year old brother on a booster seat in the back. I was lost in that reverie one day last summer when I drove past the little miniature golf course at Red Barn Village. It was my son’s favorite place in the world. On the way back, I stopped, took a photo with my smart phone and emailed it to Michael with this message: Janis Joplin sang in the song Me and Bobby McGee, “I’d trade all my tomorrows for one single yesterday.” That’s a preposterous notion, Mike. But on a beautiful summer’s day, standing here at Red Barn Village, it gets me to thinking. That little tyke with the golf club turns 26 on Thursday. He

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Council talks traffic, funding Also, the city plans to seek a $2 million grant or loan to upgrade City Hall jhealey@psdispatch.com

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Msgr. Bendik poses at the sign indicating the new 'Monsignor Bendik Way.'

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plete stop. The driver could lose control and strike and oncoming driver or parked vehicles. The city’s traffic committee Also, the council voted to subrejected two requests from resi- mit a $2 million loan/grant applidents, one for the installation of a cation to the United States Destop sign and the other to make a partment of Agriculture for imstreet a one way. provements to City Hall and to The reports from the commit- extend the Streetscape project up tee were presented to Pittston South Main Street from Market City Council at their monthly Street to Columbus Avenue. meeting Wednesday night. “That’s important because it’s At a previous meeting, a resi- a gateway street and also it comdent of River Street pletes the central asked that part of business district, part Johnson Street be “That’s impor- of the Streetscape,” made a one-way going tant because Joe Moskovitz, city north. manager, said. “It it’s a gateway The resident, Philip would be part of the Gianfarcaro, said his street and also Streetscape. The city daughter was almost it completes has plans for that involved in a crash block.” there and said it was a the central That block curdangerous area. Police business disrently houses longchief Robert Powers, time Pittston City trict.” along with Fire Chief powerhouses the Joe Moskovitz Gramercy James Rooney and SuRestauCity manager perintendent of Streets rant and Ballroom Sam Valenti, conductand Sabatelle’s mared a traffic study on ket. Aug. 16. “We feel that it’s important to They said a one-way would finish the project by including cause congestion on the sur- that in the streetscape,” Moskorounding streets. They said this vitz said. stretch of road is mostly used by Moskovitz said the plan is to residents of the Oregon section move the police station into the as a through traffic on a limited basement, the former home of basis and it’s not a major thor- the Pittston Memorial Library. oughfare. The traffic committee “The police department is fulsaid there hasn’t been a serious ly interested in moving down accident in the area, but they said there,” Moskovitz said. “It would additional signs are needed and provide them with a more prowill be installed. fessional police presence at City Also at a previous meeting, a Hall and they would have their resident requested to have the in- own space downstairs. It would tersection of Carroll Street and add a degree of confidentiality, Hunter Street made a four-way as well. stop intersection. A traffic study “City Hall was built in 1940 was conducted and the commit- and there have been no signifitee recommended against it. cant upgrades to the building,” Their reasoning was that if a Moskovitz said. driver was headed north down Also, an installation of an eleHunter Street in a snowstorm vator is needed so City Hall will and had to stop at the bottom of be in compliance with federal the hill, the snow could hinder the driver from coming to a com-

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C I V I L WA R

Pittston's George C. Sigmann, a Corporal in the 11th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Calvary, was at Appomattox when Confederate States Army General Robert E. Lee surrendered to the Union Army under Lt. Gen. Ulysses S. Grant.

Pittston man served at Appomattox Sigmann’s story uncovered by Tom Weiss an antique dealer in Wyoming ny H destroyed large amounts of railroad track, station buildings, locomotives and cars. When Confederate States ArSigmann was discharged on my General Robert E. Lee sur- August 20, 1865, apparently unrendered to the Union Army un- injured. der Lt. Gen. Ulysses S. Grant at Sigmann lived in Pittston after Appomattox Court House, Vir- the war until 1887 when he was ginia on April 12, 1865 formally 43. He moved to Conyngham arending the Civil War, ea where he was a Pittston was repre- Sigmann lived in member of the Grand sented by George C. Pittston after the Army of the Republic Sigmann, a Corporal Post 567. He died in in the 11th Regiment war until 1887 1925 at age 81. Pennsylvania Volun- when he was 43. Sigmann’s story was He died in 1925 at uncovered by Tom teer Calvary. There may have age 81. Weiss an antique dealbeen other Pittston arer at the J. C. Townend ea men in the rebuilding in Wyoming. giment, but Sigmann He bought some is to only one who has been iden- things from the estate of Louise tified as having been there. Scrimgeour of West Pittston beSigmann had been born in Ba- fore she died at age 95 in 2001, den, Germany, in 1844. He came including the portrait with this to the United States with his story. Sigmann was Scrimgefamily when he was eight, set- our’s grandfather. She was the tling in Pittston. Sigmann joined daughter of James B. and Kaththe Union Army in March of ryn Sigmann Scrimgeour. 1864 just before his 20th birthday to serve three years or to the end of the war. As it turned out he would serve one and one-half years. Though he was mustered in at Scranton, he assigned to Company H of the 11th Calvary Rewith giment which was headquarover tered in Bethlehem. 40 Years Sigmann rode and fought in some little known, yet pivotal, Experience battles in the last year of the war Call including the siege of Suffolk, the Beaver Dam Church engagement, the Front of Petersburg, Wilson’s Raid, White Oak Swamp, Five Forks, Deep Creek and Amelia Springs, all in Virginia and all part of the Appomattox Campaign, and at the Battle of Five Forks less than two weeks before Appomattox cut Cell the Confederates off from an important railroad. PA Lic. #PA 002952 During the expedition CompaBy JACK SMILES

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Union workers picket UFCW construction site Union says they weren’t used in bank project By JOE HEALEY

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Members of the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades picketed the site of the United Food and Commercial Workers federal credit union being constructed on South Main Street Friday morning. A large inflatable rat, kept inflated by a gas-powered generator, was set up on the sidewalk near the picketers. Bob Griffiths, IUPAT union representative, said his union’s labor is not being used for painting, drywall and glass. “They’re building this building with non-union workers,” Griffiths said. “Our union does business with this credit union.

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vatch, for $33,000. It replaces a 2005 cruiser that is out of service. • Changed the title of Property Maintenance Officer Harry Smith of Clarks Green. He will now be part-time assistant Code Enforcement/Zoning Officer and Property Maintenance Code Inspector. He will be paid $12 an hour. • Recognized St. John the Evangelist Parish Community pastor Monsignor John Bendik by naming a previously unnamed alley behind the former Seton Catholic High School, between Church Street and Foundry Street, as “Monsignor Bendik Way.” • Established a Work Place Safety Committee. The committee will consist of one member from each of the police, fire and public works departments and the city manager. • Authorized Kuharchik Construction to install a street light at the intersection of Chapel Street and Thistle Street • The City’s next regular meeting will be Oct 17.

Members of the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades picket construction site on Main Street.

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said. Griffiths said the picketers will be back in front of UFCW to get their message out. The nearly-complete Main Street Pittston Branch, designed by Quad 3, will feature a retro façade in keeping with the city’s downtown revitalization theme.

UFCW already has a presence in the city in the form of a kiosk in Quinn’s Market. The new 2,500 square foot office will replace that and offer a full range of services, including mortgages, loans and deposits. The new branch will have two drive-through tellers, a drive-

through ATM and night deposit. The branch will employee 10. UFCW Federal Credit Union has three other branch locations throughout the area: Wyoming Avenue in Wyoming, Market Street in Kingston and on the Sans Souci Parkway in Hanover Township.

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regulations. If awarded, the 40year loan would be set at 3.5 percent fixed rate, but Councilman Joe Chernouskas said nothing has been finalized. Council also hired four parttime firefighters/apparatus operators. Hired were Jeff Hughes of Duryea, Michael Wall of Duryea, Christopher Collins of Avoca and Coby Williams of Ashley. In other business, the council: • Approved Berkheimer Inc. to levy and collect the Earned Income and Local Services Taxes. Berkheimer will also act as the tax collector for Pittston. • Sold the Tomato Festival’s 2006 Monaco trailer to Calex of Pittston. The sale price was $5,101. The city and festival committee plan to erect a storage facility on the Festival Lot. • OK’d the purchase of a 2013 Ford Interceptor Police Cruiser, black and white, from KME Ko-

All 260 members have individual accounts here. We run our Vacation Fund for our members through this credit union.” UFCW Chief Executive Officer John Hayduk could not be reached for comment. Griffiths said a union representative spoke to Hayduk and the union was told the credit union didn’t own the building. They were told it will be developed, built and sold to the UFCW after-the-fact or there will be a long-term lease. “It’s bad business for UFCW,” Griffiths said. “We’re probably going to pull all of our accounts out of here and go to a credit union that’s all union.” The big rat is symbolic of “them being a rat,” Griffiths

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PITTSTON AREA SCHOOL BOARD

Lawsuit against PA may be nearing end Bob Linskey disputes removal from LIU board JOE HEALEY

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Pittston Area school director Robert Linskey’s federal lawsuit against several current and past board members alleging political motivations were behind their decision to replace him as the district’s representative to the LIU may be nearing an end. Linskey had been named to a three-year term as the LIU representative by a 5-3 vote at the Pittston Area School Board’s July 2011 meeting. He served in the position only until Sept. 20, when the board voted 5-4 to replace him with current board president Linskey Tony Guariglia. During the board’s regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, board member Charles Sciandra asked Solicitor Joseph Saporito how much the district would have to pay if it were determined the district were at fault. Saporito said $10,000 would be paid before the district’s insurance policy would kick in. Linskey said he “did nothing wrong” in filing the lawsuit and he questioned Sciandra’s motivation for bringing up the matter. Sciandra said district’s tough financial situation was the reason. He then challenged Linskey to make greater attempts to resolve the issue outside of the court setting. Guariglia suggested Linskey drop his suit and offered him the LIU seat back. The board recessed into executive session mid-meeting to discuss the lawsuit. When the board returned, Guariglia indicated that the parties involved may be close to an agreement, and said the parties

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Four Pittston Area students are Dept. of PA Essay winners sponsored by AmVets Post 189, Duryea. The students wrote their essay on "Why I'm Proud to be an American." As a result of their efforts, their names have been placed on the Tom Kiley Trophy. Both high school and junior high school students participate in the contest. Shown in the photo, front row, left to right: Alex Cawley, Michael Schwab, Tiffany Tubioli, Kristen Richards. Back row: John Haas, PA high school principal, Bob Delvin and Mike Fuller, faculty members and advisors.

are now going to seek the advice of their lawyers. The suit names as defendants current Board President Tony Guariglia and board member Bruce Knick and past board members Ross Latona, Martin Quinn, Mark Singer. The suit also names John Adonizio as a defendant, although Adonizio no longer sits on the board and did not take part in the vote. In other business: • Bernie McDonald, the post commander of AMVETS Post 189 of Greater Pittston, presented awards to the board for Pittston Area students that excelled in their Americanism essay poster or coloring contest. All stu-

dent won first place in the district. One student, sophomore Kristen Richards, won first place in the state and was a sponsored national winner. She will receive a trip to the Freedom Foundation in Valley Forge in November. Junior Michael Schwab won 3rd place in the state; Alex Cawley won first place in the state; and graduate Alison Slomba won second place in the state. Others included Tiffany Tubioli, a freshman, a 3rd place state winner; Michael Joseph Elko, an eighth grade student a second place state winner; and Scar-

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let Alexander a seventh grade student, was her grade winner. In the Americanism poster contest, sixth grade student Kristen Walters was a second place state winner; Bria Brombacher, a fifth grade student, was a 1st place state winner; and Jessica Zaladonis, was her grade winner. In the Americanism flagdrawing contest, Seid Cubro, a third grade student, was a 2nd place state winner; Chloe Andricks, a first grade student, was a 2nd place state winner; and Rebecca Ratchford, a second grade student, was her grade winner. Brombacher and Cawley’s entries was judged at the AMVETS National Convention in August in Daytona, Fla. The 2011 AMVETS Post 189 Outstanding Educator Award was given to Denise Allardyce, Mike Fuller and Bob Devlin. • Pittston Area’s progress in establishing a cyber school program was discussed. The district has an agreement with Seneca Valley School District in Western Pennsylvania to utilize their curriculum and personnel to offer cyber schooling Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas President Judge Tom Burke administers the oath of office to new Pittston Area School District to the Pittston Area students. Superintendent Michael Garzella Thursday at the Luzerne County Courthouse. Garzella replacs George Cosgrove, who retired. District business manager Al Melone estimated that the dis- sidered part of the district and are was officially sworn in Thursday trict loses between $700,000 and still eligible to participate in Pitt- in the Luzerne County Cour$800,000 annually by students ston Area extra-curricular activ- thouse by President Judge Tom leaving the district for cyber ities such as sports, clubs and the Burke. schools. • Pittston Area’s next meeting prom. But those that enroll in the Se• Dr. Michael Garzella, Pitt- will be on October 15, 2012. neca program would still be con- ston Area’s new superintendent, TM

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George Anne Neff, president of the West Pittston Women's Club, presented checks to various organizations and a student scholarship. Standing, left to right: Cheryl Butera, West Pittston Ambulance,

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PA grad promoted with Maryland State Police

A.J. McAndrew

Andrew J. McAndrew (A.J.), formerly of Pittston, was recently promoted to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel by the Maryland State Police. He is currently the chief of the Field Operations Bureau. The Field Operations Bureau is the most visible part of the Maryland State Police since it includes all troopers who regularly interact with the public. Within the Bureau are five commands: the Northern Command and Southern Command, which to-

gether encompass the 22 barracks; the Aviation Command; the Special Operations Command; and the Transportation Safety Command. The Northern Command is divided into the Central, Northern, and Western troops and the Southern Command is divided into the Eastern, Southern, and Washington Metro troops. Troopers assigned to each of the 22 barracks patrol every county in Maryland, enforcing laws and answering calls for assistance. Unlike many state police agencies that are strictly highway patrol, the Maryland State Police is a full-service law enforcement agency. . McAndrew, a1980 graduate of Pittston Area high school, received an Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice from Luzerne County Community College, a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Maryland and a Master’s Degree in Management from the Johns Hopkins University. McAndrew began his law enforcement career in 1983 when he joined the Baltimore City Police department. He served for four years in the United States Marine Corps Reserves. He and his wife, Melinda, reside in the Baltimore suburbs

Talipans gather at Ocean City

Mike Talipan Sr. and his wife Jean, residents of Port Griffith, vacation at Ocean city, Maryland, almost every year but this past summer was extra special as several family members joined them. The unexpected reunion included all their children, grandchildren, the husband of a granddaughter, wives of their three boys and Jean’s sister. They called this a “once in a lifetime photo.” Foreground, left to right, Matt Heidel, husband of Gina( granddaughter), Mikey Talipan III, grandson (son to Mike Jr. and Diane). Kneeling; left to right Trent Talipan, grandson, (son of Bruce and Kim), Bruce Talipan (son of Mike Sr. and Jean, father to Trent and Jeffrey, husband to Kim), Mike Talipan Jr. ( son of Mike Sr. and Jean, father of Mikey and Gina, husband to Diane), Robbie Talipan (son of Mike Sr. and Jean, father to Rachel, husband to Donna), Mike Talipan Sr. (head of the family and king, as long as Jean is okay with that), Jeffrey Talipan, grandson (son of Bruce and Kim). Standing, left to right, Rachel Talipan, granddaughter (daughter of Robbie and Donna), Kim Talipan (wife of Bruce Talipan, mother of Trent and Jeffrey), Margie Vetack (sister of Jean), Diane Talipan, (wife of Mike Jr., mother to Mikey), Donna Talipan (wife to Robbie, mother to Rachel, Jean Talipan (head of the family, queen), Gina Talipan, granddaughter, (daughter of Mike Jr. and Diane, wife to Matt Heidel). The Talpians’ son Bruce lives in Danielsville, Pa., with his family. Sons Mike Jr. and Robbie reside in Maryland with their families. Granddaughter Gina and husband Matt reside in Maryland.

and have a son, Sean, a resident of Raleigh, NC. He is the son of, former Pittston residents, Sarellen Cawley McAndrew, Maryland, and the late Andy McAndrew, and godson of Patrick and Barbara Cawley, West Pittston. Loyal Sunday Dispatch reader Mike Breza of Tampa, Fla., formerly of Union Street in Pittston, requested our roving photographer take a photo of the state Historical and Museum Commission's historical marker on the Twin Shaft Disaster on North Main Street, near the Junction. Breeze said he doubted he'd be coming home to see the marker in person. So, here it is, Mike. JOE HEALEY/THE SUNDAY DISPATCH

Correction In a story last Sunday it was reported that the Greater Pittston Charity Train Ride to benefit the Greater Pittston YMCA, the Pittston Memorial Library and the Care and Concern Free

Health Clinic raised more than $5,000 for the three charities. The train ride actually raised more than $6,400 for each charity and a total of more than $19,000. Paderewski Medal Abigail Truschel, daughter and Dr. and Mrs. Jack Truschel, was recently awarded the Paderewski Medal during the 2012 National Guild Piano Auditions at Marywood University. She received this award by

performing a different 10-piece memorized program for 10 consecutive years. This past audition, she performed works by Beethoven, Bach, Schubert and Mozart. Abigail has performed at the Kirby Center in WilkesBarre, the Kimmel Center in Philadelphia, the Lincoln Center in New York City, the Waverly Community Center in Clarke Green as well as other various performing arts centers. Abigail is a sophomore at HoSee CHATTER, Page 25

The Pittston City Bureau of Fire, in conjunction with their volunteer companies the Niagara Engine and Eagle Hose Co., recently presented this year’s charitable donation to the Earthly Angels Autism Fund of the Luzerne Foundation. The Earthly Angels are dedicated to helping local children afflicted with autism. Their mission is to increase autism awareness and give support to qualified non-profit organizations for autistic services. This is the fire department’s fourth consecutive year of providing charitable donations to organizations who in turn provide services and help to others in need in the local area. The donation is made possible through the generous support shown from local businesses as well as individuals who continue to answer the department’s call for help at Pittston Tomato Festival time. The remainder of the proceeds is used to provide funding for department events such as the Easter Egg Hunt and Santa’s yearly visit to the Fire Station. The committee thanks all the

Pittston City Bureau of Fire presented a check to Earthly Angels Autism Fund. Pictured, from left, are firefighters Mike Chernouskas, Walter Howells, event chairperson Frank Cawley, Ron D'Eliseo chairman and co-founder of Earthly Angels Autism Fund, and Asst. Chief Bill Williams.

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Bloggers rock the downtown for ‘fest’ By JACK SMILES

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Reds and Blues, Rs and Ds, candidates, politicians, newspaper columnists, radio personalities, politicos and, of course, bloggers packed Rooney’s Irish Pub on Main Street on Friday night for the sixth “Blogfest.” Democrat Gene Stilp – who is running against Congressman Lou Barletta in the 11th District – was there with his pink pig bus and giant wheelchair parked out front. Also in the crowd were Democrat candidate Matt Cartwright in the 17th District and his opponent Laureen Cummings; Phyllis Mundy and her November opponent Aaron Kaufer; and Phil Scollo who is taking on Republican Tom Marino in the 10th. The fest started at 6 p.m. and by 8, the crowd spilled out onto the sidewalk. For former West Pittston mayor Bill Goldsworthy, who works in Governor Corbett’s Scranton office, Friday’s fest was his third. “It’s the third one I’ve been to. It gets bigger every year. They say it’s not political, but all we do is talk politics. But it’s casual. No speeches. I appreciate the bloggers putting it together.” Bill Urbanski, Chairman of Luzerne County Republican Committee, was there with Republican committeeman Alex Milanes. “It’s my first blogfest,” Urbanski said. “I was surprised by the turnout. You’ve got Rs and Ds here so it’s nice to mingle with the competition.” Milanes agreed saying, “It’s great opportunity to socialize with both sides of the aisle.” Joe Valenti, who blogs at pittstonpolitics.com, was one of the organizers of blogfest. “It’s a great turnout for a non-local election year,” Valenti said. “It far exceeded our expectations. The local bloggers agree to have it here every year because Pittston’s kind of in the middle of Lackawanna and Luzerne counties. And at the end of the day it’s good for Pittston.” Stilp was impressed by the event and the city. “All the congressional districts are here,” Stilp said. “Pittston looks great and it’s great for Pittston. The fest has a far reaching effect.

Congressional candidate Gene Stilp, center talks to radio host Dave Madeira, left, and John Hudanish of the Carbondale News.

This shows the power of the new social media. With papers closing this is the wave of the future.” Pointing to his giant mock wheelchair he said, “It conveys my message, Preserving Medicare with no vouchers.” Stilp added a little dig at Barletta saying, “God help those who aren’t here.” John Hudanish came all the way from Carbondale where is the writer of a column called My Two Cents in the Carbondale News, a weekly paper. He said he came to mingle and because he supports Stilp and Cartwright and maybe to get fodder for a column. “Mr. Stilp has all of Wyoming County, which just a few miles from my door and from my district we have Mr. Cartwright,” Hudanish said. Democrat Phil Scolo, who will try to unseat Republican Tom Marino in the10th District in November, said blogs are impor-

tant. “It’s an outstanding event. A lot of divergence of opinion.” With a chuckle he added, “Blogging is where it’s at now. I rely on my 14-year-old daughter to keep me up with the technology, but I’m a huge supporter of the blogs.” Aaron Kaufer of Kingston, a Republican running against incumbent Phyllis Mundy, said, “It’s a great event. It’s good for local politicians to show up.” David Madeira, who bills himself as a “recovering politician” on his radio show on 94.3 FM, had a good time. “It’s great fun. It’s amazing how low key it is. You’ve got a right winger like me, then you’ve got Gort, then you’ve got politicians who don’t usually go somewhere that’s not controlled.” “Gort” is Ben Hoon who blogs at as Gort42 and is a pioneer loSee BLOGGERS, Page 11

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Pittston Police are investigating a reported home invasion on William Street on Saturday morning. Police were on the scene at 167 William St. for well over two hours into Saturday afternoon. Police confirmed they are investigating Graziano and nobody was hurt. Officers from eight local police departments responded. A police officer carrying a shotgun was seen in the area. This is the second home invasion in the city in recent days. An elderly Pittston man was robbed in his own home by a man brandishing a butch knife on Sept. 13. Pittston Police arrested Matthew Graziano and charge him with the crime. According to police, on Sept. 13, around 11 a.m., police dis-

patched to a residence on North Main Street on a report of a robbery. Sam Alesso, 88, told police a male entered his home from an unlocked back door. The male brandished a butcher-type knife and pointed it towards Alesso and told him that he would kill him if he didn’t give him his money. The male then turned Alesso over on the couch and removed his wallet. He took approximately $54 from Alesso and fled on foot. The description as given to police was checked with the surveillance cameras of a local business. The male was seen inside the business shortly before the robbery took place. The male was known to police from prior police contacts as Matthew Graziano. Luzerne County 911 immediately put the description over the radio. The male was observed at a South Main Street parking lot by the Luzerne County Sheriff’s Department and transported back to the Pittston City police

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Officers from Pittston and Pittston Township confer Saturday afternoon outside the site of a reported home invasion. Police said nobody was hurt.

headquarters. Graziano was charged with robbery, burglary, criminal trespass, simple assault, theft by unlawful taking, terroristic threats

and possessing instruments of a crime. Graziano was arraigned before Magisterial District Judge Andrew Barilla in Pittston and was taken to the Luzerne

County Correctional Facility for lack of $15,000 straight bail. A preliminary hearing is scheduled for September 26, 2012 at 1:45 p.m.

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cal political blogger and the original organizer of Blogfest. Michelle Bednar, former candidate for County Council and the tax collector in Conyngham is a blogfest veteran. “It’s a good turnout,” she said. “There are a lot of old faces and a lot of new faces.” Laureen Cummings said bloggers can’t be ignored. Among the bloggers were Harold Jenkins, blogging as Another Monkey; Michelle Hrynnak-Davies, mhrynnak.net/blog; Charlie Hatcko, Bible Buck; John Lombardo, pittstonpolitics.com; Justin Vacula, skepticblogs.com/justinvacula; Karla Porter, karlaporter.com, Deborah Jones, Wayne Lesperance and Ransom Young. Dave Yonki of lulacpoliticaletter.blogspot.com came in late after taping a TV segment in Hazleton.

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A way about him Msgr. John “Jack” Bendik is pictured on page 3 near a newly erected street sign proclaiming the former alley behind the former Seton Catholic high school, connecting Church Street with Foundry Street, “Monsignor Bendik Way.” The honor and recognition could not be more appropriate. Nor could the name. Since his arrival in Pittston as pastor of St. John the Evangelist Church, later to become St. John the Evangelist Parish Community, some 18 years ago, Msgr. Bendik’s unique way has had a profound effect on Greater Pittston residents of all faiths. His decisive but gentle way was most evident during the year 2007 when he presided over the closing of three local churches and guided his flock through those painful times. His thoughtful, spiritual way was felt again and much appreciated during the closing of financially strapped Seton Catholic high school. And his loving, supportive way gave the go-ahead and necessary support to his parishioners to begin a free health clinic, food pantry, and children’s clothing closet in the former Seton building, three ministries which have grown to near legendary status. Msgr. Bendik, of course, accepts little credit for any of this, which is also his way. We love the irony that the new Msgr. Bendik Way intersects with Church Street. We believe we speak for all of Greater Pittston when we say we are fortunate that Msgr. Bendik’s way has intersected with our lives.

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It’s pumpkin time again at Uncle PJ’s Pumpkin Patch. From left, are Jacob and Andrew, twin sons of Michael and Melinda Adonizio, of Avoca; P.J. Adonizio, holding Olivia Distasio, daughter of Samantha and Jack Distasio, of Avoca. The Dispatch welcomes submissions to the Your Space sections. Mail or drop off photos to The Sunday dispatch, 109 New St., Pittston, PA 18640, or email to sd@psdispatch.com.

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Where’s the whining and hand-wringing over The 100 or so people who cheered wildly when the 2,220 bats and 300 birds the farm will kill the Luzerne County Zoning Hearing Board denied UGI Energy Services’ application to build a annually according Game Commission estinatural gas compressor station in West Wyoming mates? Kill a bat and you could be arrested, but wind farms are glorified. emitted many times more pollution driving back Where’s the whining and hand-wringing over and forth to Wilkes-Barre than the compressor they are so afraid of would have done in the same the vista destroying 328-foot high, 270-foot rotor diameter turbines? The leaf-peepers are going to amount of time. love looking at those, huh? UGI asked the board for a special zoning exIn short where’s the Wind Farm Outrage orgaception in West Wyoming so the utility could build a natural gas compressor station in 14-acres nization? There isn’t one because wind farms are warm woods off Fire Cut Road owned by Joseph Kaliand fuzzy and green and will save us from the nosky. burning hell natural gas is leading us to. But the NIBY faction of 100 well-meaning, What a crock. though misinformed, people who purport to The wind farm is being built on 9,000 acres of speak for everyone in the West Wyoming area, mountain top. To make the math easy for slot intimidated the cowardly county zoning board machine players let’s into denying a project say there are 4,000 that would have been The faster and cheaper we can move the gas to fracking wells in good for everyone and market the faster it will replace coal and oil as Pennsylvania and they good for the air. power plant fuel, and someday gas for cars, average three acres in If, as the no-comthereby making the air cleaner. size. That means one pressor people contend, Working hand-in-hand with the EPA, UGI ad9,000-acre wind farm they are concerned about air pollution they dressed every concern about the compressor from being built near Mehoopany takes up as should have been up on noise to emissions. The compressor would have much land as threeFire Cut Road rolling quarters, or 3,000, of out a red carpet for the emitted 10 times less carbon dioxide than EPA limits. the frack well pads in compressor. the state. The faster and cheapA comparison, if er we can move the gas one could be made, of to market the faster it the energy production from 3,000 evil frack wells will replace coal and oil as power plant fuel, and with the energy production from the 90 turbines someday gas for cars, thereby making the air on the wind farm would be like comparing the cleaner. sun to a light bulb, to say nothing of the residual Working hand-in-hand with the EPA, UGI products from natural gas. addressed every concern about the compressor And where’re the protests over the use of the from noise to emissions. The compressor would rare-earth metal Neodymium which is used in have emitted 10 times less carbon dioxide than wind turbines. Neodymium mining in China EPA limits. creates vast toxic wastelands that would make On Thursday and Friday in Philadelphia a Love Canal look like Cape May. But who cares group of natural gas haters called Shale Gas Outrage held protests to coincide with Marcellus about poisoning Chinese workers? The subsidies and price supports for wind Shale Coalition’s annual conference, which farms have been in place 20 years, yet advocates amounts to this: people inside a convention disstill whine about how government help is needed cussing ways to get a cleaner-burning fuel to to jump start the industry. At what point will market thereby lowering costs of energy for consumers and making the air cleaner and eco-tyran- wind turbines stand on their own? Yeah, oil and gas get subsides, too, and they nical people outside trying to stop them. are miniscule (Yes, Ron S. I know what minusThe natural gas haters have company, Iran and cule means) on a per BTU basis as compared to Saudi Arabia. They hate it because they fear it the wind subsides. will supplant oil and we will stop buying it from Wind farms are more expensive to build than them. frack wells and will never pay for themselves. So, what the smarter-than-everybody, NIMBY gas-haters are saying is this: the heck with clean- They are feel-good, socialist schemes that increase energy prices for everyone without maker air. The heck with energy independence from ing any meaningful contribution to the power Iran and Saudi Arabia, the heck with lower energrid. gy prices for everybody. By signing on to this 14th century technology And, by the way, where were all the protestors Congressman Tom Marino (literally, he autoat the ground breaking of construction on the graphed one of the blades) forfeited his conservamonstrous Mehoopany Wind Farm. Where’s the whining and hand-wringing over the clear cutting tive credentials. and road building on all that wilderness.

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Gregory Maguire at the circulation desk. Are you a grandparent raising your grandchildren? The library is starting a new program for you. List concerns and issues you are having by calling or stopping by the library to fill out a questionnaire to help organize the program. Lego Club will meet at 4 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 8. Call the library to register. Crochet Club meets at 10 a.m. on Tuesdays and at 6 p.m. on Thursdays. Kids Craft Club will meet at10 a.m. on the third Saturday of the month starting Oct. 20. This club is open to students in grades 2 to 5 who will work together to create fun and innovative crafts. Learn new techniques, recycle household items, and make new

cultural event is brought to the public through the Pennsylvania Humanities Council and Laflin Library Association. The event is free of charge and refreshments will be served.

Any donations of baked goods or children’s toys are appreciated. Donations can be brought to the picnic. The public is welcome.

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The monthly meeting of the Pittston Township Board of Supervisors will be held on Sept. 24

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friends. Kids Science Club will meet at 10 a.m. on the first Saturday of the month starting Oct. 6. This club is for students in grades 2 – 5 who work on experiments and fun science projects as a group. Kids Book Club, Page Turners, is open to students in third to fifth grades. It will meet at 4 p.m. on the first Thursday of the month beginning Thursday, Oct. 4. The first book selection is “No Talking” by Andrew Clements. Christmas cards

The library is collecting Christmas cards for troops again this year. The cards can be handmade or store bought, signed with encouraging messages and decorated any way you want. The only thing asked is that you do not seal the envelopes. Drop off completed cards at the front desk by Nov. 12. There will be a card making party at 6 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 12 at the library.

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Greater Pittston Cultural Coalition board member Frank Ramiza of Exeter, top, shows Marianne and Joe Argenio of Pittston Township old photographs of Pittston inside Cooper's.

Peeking into the past

Question In 1967 what issue concerning the separation of church and state would greatly With Judy Minsavage affect the Greater Pittston Area? 1947 – 65 Years Ago Borough council members of Avoca, Pittston Township and Dupont weighed the decision to fight the Delaware & Hudson Railroad in the courts over the company’s mandate to remove manually operated crossing gates at dangerous crossings, replacing them with automatic flashing signals. Three crossings in the respective boroughs had experienced several fatal accidents and, because of the disagreement, the Public Utility Commission granted the railroad an extension to lay off “watchmen” at the sites and replace them with the new signals. Borough officials felt the answer to the continuing problem, although expensive, would be the construction of underpasses. Attorneys expected the legal battle to cost each borough $500 and advised council members to join forces to share in cost. The first flashing red signal was installed in New Jersey in 1913, but railroad watchmen operated their posts at intersections across the country well into the 1950s. Champ Brewery, formerly Glennon’s, on North Main Street was in receivership and company employees and city officials feared the sale would end the presence of a brewery in the city. Mr. Cohen, of Reading, who headed a second hand concern and Mr. Green, associated with Cooper Brewing

Interests of Philadelphia, were both listed as successful bidders. Roscoe Smith, of Kingston, and Martin Monahan, of Pittston, were named as receivers and petitioned the court to award the property to the Philadelphia concern in order to keep the brewery in operation. According to the 1947-1948 Wilkes-Barre Record archives, the Champ Brewery, of Pittston, was sold at receiver’s sale to Ted Smulowitz, owner of the Lion Brewery. Champ Brewery closed in 1948. Rookie New York Yankees pitcher Frank “Spec” Shea had lunch at the Pittston Diner with Russell Bufalino and Peter Butera, both of Pittston, and Angelo Pollizza of Dunmore. Shea was a major league baseball pitcher from 19471955. He was credited with winning two games for the Yanks in the 1947 World Series. In an impromptu interview, he was asked, what he was doing in Pittston. His reply was, “I don’t know.” When informed he was in Bucky Harris’ hometown, he responded, “Great Town.” Shea was a pitching consultant for the 1984 Robert Redford film “The Natural.”

Fort Jenkins Bridge, south to the old post office building and east to Carbondale Road were about to be leveled. Removal of several buildings on the south side of Water Street, including the old City Hall, the Lehigh Valley Freight Station and several other smaller structures was about to begin. To see photos and post cards from early Pittston, log on to http:// www.family-images.com/pa/ pittston/pittston.htm. Gathering news from 13 area high schools would have been a challenge for The Sunday Dispatch without the help of teen correspondents Nancy Malinics, Dupont High School; Barbara Ann Balconis, Pittston High; Betty Lu VanLuvender, Moosic High; Ellie White, Hughestown High; Barbara Brown, Exeter High; Elaine Jones, Avoca High; Mary Ann Hutz, Jenkins Twp. High; Elaine Gillis, Duryea High; Rosemary Spohrer, St. John’s High; Mary Piskorik, West Wyoming High; Hubert Rau, West Pittston High; Carolyn Castellani, Pittston Twp, High and Betty Godlewicz, Wyoming High. The Avoca Kitchen Band was scheduled to play during a hat fashion show sponsored by the Ladies Auxiliary of Hose Company #1 at the Hughestown High School auditorium. The unique band utilized kitchen utensils and other household items to create music. Over 150 delegates attended a reception held in the V.F.W. Fort Pittston post home in support of

the Korean Bonus Bill. Commander Charles Adonizio of VFW Post 635 and Anthony Forlenza Anthracite Counties Council VFW Junior Vice Commander asked that all local posts campaign in support of the bonus. The bill cleared the Pennsylvania Legislature and was placed before the people for approval. The Bonus Bill provided additional monies to be paid to soldiers who served during the Korean Conflict. Pennsylvania Governor David L. Lawrence eventually signed the bill into law in April of 1959. 1967 – 45 Years Ago Avoca cousins Specialist 4 Frank P. Donahue Jr. and Specialist 4 William Burnside Jr. served during the Vietnam War. Specialist Donahue was stationed at Pleiku in the central highlands and Specialist Burnside was stationed at Pho

Cat some 50 miles away. The cousins hoped to have a reunion there. Donahue, moved by the condition of the clothing worn by children at a local orphanage, asked that anyone who may have extra children’s clothing to send it to him and he would deliver it to the orphanage. Pittston residents, priests and dignitaries participated in a program dedicating the new convent of St. Rocco’s Church. Members of the Greater Pittston Business and Professional Women’s Club Nadine Holleran, Marie Mack, Carolyn Clark, Ann Bernatitus, Evelyn Davies, Louise Allardyce, Margaret O’Boyle, Rose Mitchell, Helen Blandina and Doris Hale planned their annual card party. Fourteen local men were among the largest contingent to

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1957 – 55 Years Ago A “blighted” section of Pittston was undergoing a change. Structures in the area bordering the east side of the Lehigh Valley Railroad tracks from the

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Avoca cousins served in Vietnam in 1967

Cosgrove helps honor ‘Lieutenant Dan’ Pittston native on hand as actor Gary Sinise is made Honorary Chief By ED ACKERMAN

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ot since Bob Hope, John P. Cosgrove says, has he seen an entertainer more dedicated to serving America’s men in uniform than actor Gary Sinise. And Cosgrove, Pittston native who spent the past 70-plus years in the media in Washington, D.C., should know. He knew Bob Hope and worked alongside him on several projects. Sinise, best known for his role as Lt. Dan in the 1994 movie “Forrest Gump,” has become a supporter of all those in military service but especially amputees. In the movie, Sinise’s character loses both his legs in action in Vietnam. Cosgrove was on hand recently as Sinise was honored by the U.S. Navy as an Honorary Chief Petty Officer in a ceremony at the Navy Memorial on Pennsyl-

John P. Cosgrove, holding an autographed photo of himself with Miss America and actor Gary Sinise taken on Memorial Day, poses with Sinise following a ceremony at the U.S. Navy Memorial during which Sinise, best known for his role as Lt. Dan in the movie Forrest Gump, was named an Honorary Chief. The Navy is celebrating the 'Year of the Chief.'

vania Avenue. The Navy has declared 2012 the “Year of the Chief.” Chief Petty Officer is the seventh enlisted rank in the U.S. Navy and U.S. Coast Guard, just above Petty Officer First Class and below Senior Chief Petty Officer, and is a senior non-commissioned officer. The grade of Chief Petty Officer was established on April 1, 1893, for the Navy. Himself a U.S. Navy World War II veteran, Cosgrove called the chief “the backbone of the Navy.” The official kick-off of the Year of the Chief and the 119th birthday celebration of the chief petty officer took place during a ceremony April 2 at the Navy Memorial. Cosgrove, who will note his 94th birthday next month, is a member of the Board See CHIEF, Page 26

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A cap and commemorative plate presented to Gary Sinise upon his being named an Honorary Chief in a ceremony at the U.S. Navy Memorial. 2012 has been declared the Year of the Chief, an officer that Pittston native and Navy veteran John P. Cosgrove calls 'the backbone of the Navy.'

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And the Beat Goes On Ryan O'Malley

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or the better part of two the String Cheese Incident as decades, Keller Williams The Keller Williams Incident), has spent countless hours but for Pick he dug a little deeper traveling the country and playing in the form of famed string outfit every venue from small cafes to the Traveling McCoury’s. “All those songs started off as large festivals. All the footwork has paid off for the “one man jam solo songs, so it’s not really that band” as he is now able to enjoy difficult to go up there and play some relaxation from life on the them live (in a solo show). It’s road, and still find time to play to much better, I think, when there’s his loyal fans, like his upcoming other humans involved. Especially with the show at the Sherman The- When he does find time McCoury’s, man; they’re atre in Stroudsburg on Friday. to write new music, Wil- just the coolest. It’s so in“I’m at home liams has a track recredible to be during the cord of cranking out involved in week, and I go infectious jams that their world – out and play their expertise during the have become the nuwith their inweekends,” he cleus of his always-upstruments and said. “I have beat solo shows. Howtheir voices. two kids – It’s one of they’re four and ever, in July Williams those few inseven – and released the album on there’s all kinds “Pick,” which finds him stances stage where I of things going get goose on in that in the rare setting of bumps being world. There’s being in a band. up there. That a few (free) hasn’t haphours in between taking them places, pick- pened as much as I’d like.” While he focuses more on live ing them up, and doing things with them. I’m constantly trying shows than record sales – “I’d be to find new chord progressions fine in never selling another reand giving myself writing as- cord and giving it all away for signments and things to write free” – Williams is well-aware of about. That’s what I do when I’m a different “tool” in getting his home and not shuttling my kids music heard, something he cararound or spending time with ried over from his years of folthem. Once I try to do something lowing the Grateful Dead on tour as far as write songs, it never re- – the taper community. “It did wonders for my career ally happens. So I’m trying to subliminally let it sneak up on because there was no evidence of me. That’s my world in a nut- any type of label that would send my music out to the West Coast shell.” When he does find time to or whatever,” he said. “The tapwrite new music, Williams has a ing community definitely abtrack record of cranking out in- sorbed me and it definitely isn’t fectious jams that have become what it used to be, but it’s still the nucleus of his always-upbeat there lingering in the stratosphere.” solo shows. As for his short run of solo However, in July Williams released the album “Pick,” which shows, including his stop in finds him in the rare setting of Stroudsburg, Williams is looking forward to doing what he being in a band. Williams has played with does best – jamming out with his many notable bands in the past long-time fans who have helped (Keller and the Keels, and with make his shows more of a dance

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party than an actual concert. “Unfortunately, I haven’t been blessed with a plethora of new, original songs, but I’m always learning new songs – some of them familiar and some obscure,” he said. “So there’s always new songs coming and going in the set. There’s new, updated gear and equipment, or toys if you will, that I think make the dance vibe a little more interesting.” Although Williams is a staple at mostly every festival in the

country, the more intimate shows are a favorite of his, as he gets to have more interaction with his fans, and also give a little bit of history about the rooms he plays in. “I’m really elated to play a bunch of super cool old theaters like the Sherman,” he said. “Hearing old stories of how you walk out on the stage (at the Sherman) and it dips down in the middle. Many, many years ago, one of the first shows at the Sherman was like a circus and they

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walked these elephants out on the stage and that’s kind of where the stage gets its little dip. Hearing stories like that is amazing history of these rooms. Playing places like that is really where it’s at for me. The folks in Stroudsburg have always been really awesome towards me and my show. I’m really excited to come back.” And the beat goes on... Ryan O’Malley is the music journalist for The Sunday Dispatch and a correspondent for The Weekender. He may be reached at musicjournalman@hotmail.com

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twist and prizes will be awarded to the winners. Refreshments will be served. The future of the organization has to be discussed and input is needed and welcomed. Those who have not paid their dues should contact the membership chairman Kathy Masulis, 17 Morgan Lane, Pittston 18640 Members are reminded to not leave dues at the council home. The Jacquelines thank all those who attended the Tomato Festival parade: Debbie and Melanie Murosky, LuLu (Debbies Grandaughter) Marilyn Montagna, Sue Cosgrove and Joan Mc Fadden. The Jacquelines play an active role in community and church affairs. PA Class of ‘77

The Pittston Area Class of 1977 will hold a reunion planning meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 26 at 7:30 p.m. at Tony’s Pizza in Pittston. If you should have any questions about the upcoming reunion, call Donna Boylan Ahearn at 212-2348, Jim Collins at 654-8243 or Lew Sebia at 823-1100 (ask for Karen). Friends of Library

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depart for military service in the Vietnam. Frank Zack, Joseph Nayovich, Matthew Dantone, Fred Wrabel and Stanley Kavalchu of Duryea; Jake Urbansky, Peter Scarantino and James Tighe, of Pittston; Robert Sickler, Joseph Balchune, Wayne Bennett and Frank Boroski, of Avoca; and Anthony Paddock and Frank Bayer, of Dupont, were sent into service through Selective Board 97, which had jurisdiction over communities on the east side of the Susquehanna and Pittston City.

Apple Festival

The First United Methodist Church of West Pittston will hold their Apple Festival on Saturday, Sept. 29 at 9 a.m. Included in the festival is a flea market, book and bake sale, silent auction, pizza and food. The specialty item is home made apple pie and ice cream. Mundy breakfast

The Third Annual Breakfast Fundraiser for State Representative Phyllis Mundy will be held on Sept. 29, 9-11 a.m. at Genetti’s Conference Center, 77 E Market St Wilkes-Barre. The 17th Congressional District Candidate Matt Cartwright will be the featured speaker at the event. Tickets are $25 and can be obtained by emailingphyllismundy2012@gmail.comor calling 570-407-0173. vations. According to an article in The Sunday Dispatch, the theatre was built in 1924 by the Comerford Amusement Company and was the eighth theatre in the country to offer movies with sound produced by a machine called a Vitaphone. Projectionist Stanley Yanik recalled problems with the machine skipping, especially when the Main Street Trolley rumbled by. The theatre, originally used for stage shows, was one of the last old-time movie houses promising to only run “family-oriented” movies. The Wyoming Valley Coin Club minted its first in a series of commemorative coins depicting the Laurel Line and past modes of travel in the Wyoming Valley. On May 20, 1903, a formal opening of the Laurel Line took place, offering service between Pittston and Scranton. The fare was 20 cents

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ly Redeemer High School and studies piano under Andrea Bogusko, Wilkes-Barre. She is the granddaughter of Joseph and Katherine Lewandoski of Ashley and Jack and Geraldine Truschel of West Pittston.

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Dominick Cristofori D’Alessandro son of Joseph A. and Cynthia Stuccio D’Alessandro of West Pittston will present a Solo Piano Recital Sunday, Sept. 30, at 3 p.m. in the Wyoming Seminary Lower School Amato Auditorium, located at 1560 Wyoming Avenue, Forty Fort. He will perform works by Bach, Beethoven, Chopin, and Khachaturian . Dominick, an eighth grade student at Wyoming Seminary won second place in the NEPA Philharmonic Piano Competition Junior Division in June. The recital is free and open to the public. See BRIEFS, Page 32

one-way and 30 cents round trip. The line was the first in the U.S. to “successfully” operate by means of an electrified third rail. Passenger service continued until Dec. 31, 1952 when, before the stroke of midnight, the last train left WilkesBarre. The joining of the Pittston and Anthracite Valley Coin Clubs in 1967 formed the Wyoming Valley Coin Club. According to the web site www.ochmans.com, the coin club meets every month at the VFW Post 415 in Duryea. St. Mary’s Polish National Catholic Church in Duryea reorganized its Mandolin Club. Director Charles Mustinski, along with Stanley Kunigel Sr. and Emil Swantkowski, invited students from 8 years of age and older to attend a free of charge instruction program Answer

Happy Birthday Happy birthday to Carmella Aufiere of West Pittston and Bill Brodbeck of Hughestown both celebrating today, Sept. 23. Get well and happy birthday wishes go to Patty Carlin Martini of Media, formerly of Pittston, celebrating on Sept. 25. Happy birthday to Michele Gorey of Hughestown celebrating on Sept. 25, Michael Wassel of Pittston celebrating on Sept. 27, Matt Martinelli, Hughestown and Robert Kaluzavich, Pittston both celebrating on Sept. 28. Happy Anniversary Happy Anniversary to Patty and Mike Aufiere celebrating today, Sept. 23, and David and Nancy Albert of Wyoming celebrating their 34th anniversary today, Sept. 23. Get Well Wishes Get well wishes to Dolly Kubasko of Pittston Township who is currently at Geisinger Medical Center. With 11 parochial schools in the Greater Pittston Area, the state and federal issue of providing government aid to ailing parochial and private schools became a hot topic in 1967. If aid was denied, transfer of more than 2,500 area students to the public school system would cost more than $1 million. Proponents of the assistance argued that parents pay tuition to their schools but still pay taxes to their respective school districts. Many felt government aid crossed the line of the separation of church and state. Anyone can carry his burden, however hard, until nightfall. Anyone can do his work, however hard, for one day. Anyone can live sweetly, patiently, lovingly, purely, till the sun goes down. And, this is all life really means. Robert Louis Stevenson

Arrivals Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center announces newborns: A son was born to Desiree Roche and Brian Wood of Avoca on Sept. 1. Ed Boyanoski of Dupont welcomes his fifth great grandchild as Brooke Boyanoski Vargas of Wilmington Delaware, formerly of Dupont, gave birth to a daughter. Brooke is a graduate of Seton Catholic High School, and was a pitcher for the girls softball team.

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ing on Thursday, Sept. 27, at 6:30 p.m. in the library. Committee reports on the Fall Festival will be discussed along with autumn activities. All proceeds derived from the Festival are used for children and adult programs. Friends are reminded to bring items for the Winter/Christmas basket. The winner of the Fall/ School basket that was awarded at the Fall Festival was won by Joan Yostrum. Anyone interested in community service in promoting the activities of the library is welcome to join the Friends.

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of Directors of the Navy Memorial, serving as secretary. He is the longest serving member of the board. Cosgrove pointed out that on October 13, which is also the 237th birthday of the U.S. Navy, the 25th anniversary of the Navy Memorial will be noted along with the 25th anniversary of the Lone Sailor. According to the Navy Memorial website, The Lone Sailor, a bronze sculpture honoring all who served or are serving in the Navy, â&#x20AC;&#x153;is a composite of the U.S. Navy blue jacket, past, present and future. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s called the Lone Sailor, yet he is hardly ever alone, standing there on the broad granite plaza which forms the amphitheater of the Navy Memorial. Visitors to the Memorial are immediately drawn to him to peer into his far seeing eyes, to admire him or size him up, to see if heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s as tough or as gentle as he seems. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The founders of the Navy Memorial envisioned this Lone Sailor at 25 years old at most, a senior second class petty officer who is fast becoming a seagoing veteran. He has done it all â&#x20AC;&#x201C; fired his weapons in a dozen wars, weighed anchor from a thousand ports, tracked supplies, doused fires, repelled boarders, typed in quadruplicate and mess-cooked, too. He has made liberty call in great cities and tiny villages, where he played tourist, ambassador, missionary to the poor, adventurer, souvenir shopper and friend to new lands. His shipmates remember him with pride and tell their grandchildren stories, some of which, like him, are seven feet tall.â&#x20AC;? Cosgrove said conferring the rank of chief on Sinise is entirely appropriate and fitting. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He has been a leader at Memorial Day services in the capital for each of the past several years and has dedicated a great deal of his time to our men and women in uniform,â&#x20AC;? he said. Cosgrove began a personal relationship with Sinise a few years ago during Memorial Day weekend. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He wanted to see the Newseum,â&#x20AC;? Cosgrove said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;and I was only too happy to play host.â&#x20AC;? The Newseum is an interactive museum dedicated to news and journalism located on

Pennsylvania Avenue. It is also Cosgroveâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s address. He lives in an upper-story condominium in the building. Sinise was so impressed with the Newseum that he sent for his mom, dad, uncle and children and, with Cosgrove as host, all enjoyed an impromptu Memorial Day picnic on the rooftop deck which provides one of the best views of the Capitol in the city. Sinise and Cosgrove have been friends since. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not much for autographs,â&#x20AC;? Cosgrove said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;but I had a photo of the two of us with Miss America from this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Memorial Day parade and at the Honorary Chief ceremony I asked Gary if he would sign it for me. Of course he obliged. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been so impressed with him and the role heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s assumed toward the military that I consider the photo something special.â&#x20AC;? For the record, Cosgrove, who grew up on Main Street Pittston, has had his photo taken with every U.S. president since Herbert Hoover. Sinise is co-founded the Lt. Dan Band, in which he plays bass guitar, to entertain U.S. troops and raise money for gravely wounded warriors. The Gary Sinise Foundation was formed in 2010 and is dedicated to serving the United States by honoring its defenders, veterans, first responders, their families and those in need. For more, go to www.garysinisefoundation.org

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{send in th Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus clowns Cherie, left, and Dave entertain children at the West Pittston Library as they read a Dr. Suess book.

Jaden Bryce Hodosi, 2, of Plains , cannot contain his enjoyment as Max Getzie, 4, and his mom Katie, both of West Pittston, watch.

Sixteenmonthold Evelyn Eslinger of Plains Township sits on her mom Tracy's lap as they watch the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus clowns.

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Aidan Dyer, 3, of West Pittston, raises his hand to volunteer to help clowns Dave and Cherie do a skit.

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Mia Belles, 7, of West Pittston, assists Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus clowns Dave and Cherie at the West Pittston Library.

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um & Bailey Circus clowns visited the West Pittston Library for story hour on Monday afternoon. The kus. The clowns were in town in advance of the circus at Mohegan Sun Arena on Nov. 1-4.

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WP American Legion completes clean-up project The West Pittston American Legion 1st Lt. Jeffrey DePrimo Post 542 and friends recently completed a painting and clean-up project at the Care and Concern Clinic on William Street. From left, first row, are Ron Faust and Camille O’Keefe. Second row,

Jim O’Keefe, Russell Endres, Ron Gitkos, Bob Tuffy, Warren Pollard, Joe Walsh and Carl Wilcox.

Friends of WP Library set meeting, list upcoming events The next meeting of the Friends of the West Pittston Library is planned for 12:30 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 1 at the library, corner of Exeter and Warren Avenues. Members are reminded to bring a lunch and soft. Anyone interested in joining the Friends group is asked to call Sara Kelly, president, at 8837079 for more information. The following is a tentative schedule of the upcoming events at the Friends Association: Boscov’s Friends Helping Friends is Oct. 16, Charming Charlies is set for 6 to 8 p.m. on Oct. 28, Bon-Ton Booklet sale is

Nov. 9 and 10, Friends Christmas Party on Dec. 5 at Fox Hill Country Club with reservations due by

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Annual Ham Dinner

The Jenkins Township Lions will hold their annual ham dinner on Sunday, Sept. 30 from noon until 5 p.m. at the Jenkins Township Hose Company, Second Street, Jenkins Township (behind Tony’s Pizza). Price is $8 for adults and $4 for children. Lion’s brooms will be sold. Those attending are asked to bring canned goods for the Greater Pittston Food Pantry. For tickets call Stephen at 655-5307. Tickets will also be available at the door. Cheerleader boosters

The PA Cheerleading Booster Club will meet on Oct. 2 at 7 p.m. at Savo’s Pizza and Restaurant. All parents of JV and Varsity cheerleaders are invited to attend. Sacred Heart Singers

The Sacred Heart Singers of Scranton Diocese will present a spiritual musical prelude at St. Joseph Marello Parish Community, Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church on Tuesday, October 2, at 6:45 p.m. The program will include traditional devotional songs along with original compositions written by Ernest Papa, director of the singers. Rev. Joseph Siblano, pastor will officiate at mass in honor of the Sacred Heart of Jesus beginning at 7 p.m. The singers will assist at the mass with traditional responses. Mr. Ernest Papa will give a brief talk on the Enthronement of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary in the homes and the spiritual benefits. Big Band Society

The Big Band Society of Northeastern Pa will hold the Big Band Harvest Ball on Friday October 5, at Genetti’s Hotel and Convention Center WilkesBarre. This event is open to the public. The cost is $30 for nonmembers. The doors will open at 5:45 p.m. with dinner at 6:30 p.m. Music is by the Hazleton Philharmonic Orchestra. For reservations call Glen at 570.586.5359 or Herman at 570.654.6454. Herman Castellani will pre-

Bob Capral, Lions district treasurer, Terry Milligan, district secretary, Kathleen Williams, Wyoming Valley Children's Association, Dennis Cook, 14 W district governor, attended a Lions Club outing recently at Plains Pavilion. TONY CALLAIO/FOR THE SUNDAY DISPATCH

side. PHS Class of 1949

Pittston High School Class of 1949 will hold its 63rd anniversary class reunion on Saturday, October 6 at Fox Hill Country Club at 3 p.m. Open bar and dinner will be followed by a night of dancing. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, October 7 at St. Joseph’s Marello, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, William Street, Pittston at 9:30 a.m. Friends and families of deceased members are welcome to attend. A breakfast for class members will be held at Fox Hill Country Club, Exeter following the Mass. Reservations can be made by calling Agnes at 693-2339, Jeannie at 654-6042 or Marion at 655-2026. Please RSVP by September 18. Soup and salad dinner

The Mount Zion United Meth-

odist Church on Mount Zion Road in Harding is having an All You Can Eat Soup and Salad Dinner on Saturday, October 6, from 4 until7:00 p.m. A variety of soups, chili, salads, breads, desserts and beverages will be offered. Cost for adults is $7 and for children 12 and under is $5. All are welcome Annual Chicken Dinner

The St. John the Evangelist Parish Community will hold their annual chicken dinner on Sunday, October 7. Dinner includes BBq chicken, mashed potatoes gravy, green beans, coleslaw, dinner roll, dessert and beverage. Take-outs are available from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Sit down dinners served from noon to 3 p.m. Cost is $8 for adults and $4 for children under 12. To purchase tickets call the parish office at 654-0053 Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Penn State trip

The Greater Scranton Chapter of the Penn State Alumni Association will be running a bus trip to the Ohio State home game on Saturday, Oct. 27, at Beaver Stadium. Game time is 6 p.m. Bus trip does not include your ticket for the game. Price is $40 per person. Reservations close Oct. 1. Bus leaves PSU Worthington Scranton Campus at 10 a.m. Contact Candy for more info: cad202@psualum.com. Mail check made payable to Greater Scranton Penn State Chapter, Post Office Box 77 Scranton, PA 18504 or use PayPal https://sites.google.com/site/ psugreaterscranton/home. St. John’s Class of ‘72

A 40th Anniversary Mass for the Class of 1972 St. John’s High School, Pittston will be held on Sunday, Nov. 25 at 10 a.m. in St. John the Evangelist Church, William Street, Pittston, Pa. All classmates are invited to attend.

For more information, please call Winifred Smalley Serfass at 655-1114 or e mail at bttrmn@verizon.net. Dutch Apple trip

Bus trip to Dutch Apple Dinner Theater in Lancaster on Thursday, Nov. 29 to see "A Swingin’ Christmas". The show provides beautiful singing, breath-taking dancing, gorgeous costumes, rib-tickling fun and a commitment to the real meaning of the holiday. Price of the trip is $80 which includes a buffet dinner, bus seat, show ticket and bus driver tip. A $40 payment is required with reservations and the balance is due by October 15. For additional information or to make a reservation call 6542310 or 654-8775. The trip is being sponsored by the Women’s Group of the United Methodist Church Pittston.

Friends, family gather in support of Floss Babiarz By KALIN MULLIGAN

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I’ll find out. It is what it is.” She had an appointment Monday at Fox Chase Cancer Treatment Center in Philadelphia. She did tell the crowd the prognosis was good.

Unexpected happenings can turn the world upside down, but family friends and strangers can help make it right again. That’s what cancer survivor Floss Babiarz was feeling last Sunday afternoon at a benefit in her honor at the Greenwood Hose Company. Many family, friends, and supporters attended to show support for the Avoca native who now resides in Old Forge. “I appreciate everyone’s love, The cake with the inscription it’s very heartwarming,” Babiarz 'Get Well Flossie.' BILL TARUtold the gathering who dined on delicacies donated by several area restaurants and purchased raffle tickets on dozens of specialty baskets, all also donated. Babiarz shared a night to remember with the people that care about her and want to see her get well. “I will not let this beat me, rather I will beat it,” she pronounced to rousing applause. Barbiarz managed to work the room with her charm and spirit, personally thanking everyone for coming to support her. When asked “What is the next step?” her reply was, “Tomorrow Alicia Baron of Moosic, left,

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Voter registration drive today at Queen of the Apostles Queen of the Apostles Parish will conduct a nonpartisan voter registration drive at 9 a.m.,10:30 a.m. and noon on today, Sept. 23 in St. Mary’s School auditorium, 742 Spring St. If you are not registered to vote or have moved recently, please take the time to register. Happy birthday

Happy 88th birthday to Leola Bartush who will celebrate her special day birthday on Monday, Sept. 24. Leola has five children, 11 grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. A family party will mark the occasion at Mountain View Care Center where she currently resides. Queen of the Apostles

Queen of the Apostles Parish’s junior choir will resume practices following the 9:30 a.m. Mass today, Sept. 23 at the church, 715 Hawthorne St. New members are always welcome. The junior

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choir is under the direction of Debbie Brady and Veronica Yuschovitz. The youth group will meet today, Sept. 23. For more information, contact Lori Ostrowski at 457-8840. The buildings and grounds committee will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 24 in the rectory. The choir practices from 7 to 9 p.m. Mondays at the church. Please use the handicapped entrance on the right side of the church. The parish has Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. every Tuesday at the church. Eucharistic Adorers are needed for the 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and the 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. time slots.

The Rosary and the Litany of the Sacred Heart of Jesus is prayed for the intentions written in the adoration and lobby books along with the special intentions of those present at 7:30 p.m. followed by Benediction. If you can help, call Ann Jake at 457-3521 or the parish office at 457-3412. Parishioners are currently selling the harvest edition of their “Pot of Gold Match the Daily Number” raffle tickets. For just $10 per ticket, you will have a chance to win $75 daily and $100 on Fridays throughout October. There will also be $250 prizes on Oct. 1 and 10 and $1,000 on Halloween. The winning number is based on the evening daily number of the Pennsylvania Lottery. To purchase a ticket, call the rectory at 457-3412, and it will be

mailed to you. The parish pastoral council will have an all-parish meeting at 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 6 in St. Mary’s School auditorium, 742 Spring St. Various committee members will give presentations at this time to discuss the parish’s status and future direction. Pizza and refreshments will be served at 5:30 p.m. The Women’s Guild will sponsor its annual Harvest Tea from 1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 21in St. Mary’s School auditorium, 742 Spring St. Tickets for the tea are $10 per person. For more information or to reserve a table, contact Jane Maxwell at 335-8678 or Patricia Kwiatkowski at 4577117. V.F.W Auxiliary

The Ladies Auxiliary to V.F.W. Post 8335 will meet at 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 1 at the post home, 915 Main St. President June Fitzgerald will preside over the met-

ing. Joan Emlaw and Mary Ann Ruane will be hostesses for it. Avoca Lions Club

The Avoca Lions Club will have its monthly food bank from 4 to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 4 at the Bethel United Methodist Church, 532 Main St. Volunteers are needed at 1:30 p.m. to help unload the truck. Attendees are asked to bring boxes. Ash collection

Ashes will be collected every Wednesday. Residents are asked to place them curbside by 8 a.m. on the collection date. Recycling notes

Avoca residents are invited to recycle newspaper and commingled glass, plastic and metal bottles, cans and jars from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. every Wednesday in the Moosic Recycling Truck at the Avoca Municipal Garage, 1106 See AVOCA, Page 35

Members of Avoca Lions attending the end of the summer outting at the Plains Pavilion. Shown seated, left to right: Jim Babkowski, Butch Regan, Joe Regan, Brady Mullen, Helen Mullen. Standing: Susan Kochis, Tony Kochis, Mary Kilvitis, Rich Kilvitis.

The Holy Rosary School Craft Fair will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. today, Sept. 23 at Holy Rosary School, 125 Stephenson St. There will be vendors on hand as well as food, raffles and goodies. Cub Pack 375

Duryea Cub Scout Pack 375 will have a Krispy Kreme Doughnut sale on Monday, Oct. 15. Doughnuts are $6 per dozen or for a gift certificate. Orders must be placed with Ann Edwards by Oct. 8. For more information, contact Ann Edwards at 457-8402. Boy Scout Troop 285

Duryea Boy Scouts Troop 285 has several activities coming up: the Court of Honor Reception on Thursday, Sept. 27 and the NEPA Council Traveling Camporee to Boston in October. For more

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information, contact Troop Chairman Ann Edwards at 4578402. Nativity Fall Festival

Nativity of Our Lord Parish will have its annual Indoor Fall Festival from 4 to 9 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 5 and from 5 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 6 in the Holy Rosary Church hall and the Holy Rosary School cafeteria and gym, 125-127 Stephenson St. At the festival, there will be a cash raffle, baskets, games, bake sale, variety of chance stands, Bingo and instant Bingo. There will also be ethnic foods, including potato pancakes, pierogi, haluski and piggies as well as

homemade soup. Germania breakfast

The members of the Germania Hose Company will have an allyou-can-eat country style breakfast from 7 a.m. to noon on Sunday, Oct. 7 at the hose company, 430 Foote Ave. The menu includes eggs, bacon, home fries, biscuits, sausage, gravy, coffee and juice served buffet style. Tickets, which are $9 for adults and $6 for children, can be purchased from any hose company member or at the door. For more information, visit www.germaniafire.net. Magic show at PNCC

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tholic Church will host Damian the Magician at 7 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 19 in the parish hall, 200 Stephenson St. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children 12 and younger. Refreshments will be sold. Call 457-2291 for tickets. Halloween party

The Polish Falcons, Nest 128, will host a children’s Halloween party from 1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 21 at the nest, 631 Main St. Children and grandchildren of regular and social members are invited to attend. Attendees will enjoy games, refreshments and prizes. Reservations can be made at the bar. Legion Sons

The Sons of the American Legion, Squadron 585 (S.A.L.) will host a children’s Halloween costume party from 3 to 5 p.m. on

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Plane St. All lids should be removed and disposed of in home trash. Containers should be rinsed, plastics and metals should be flattened and glass should not be broken. Newspaper should not be placed in bags. All recyclables should be placed in the appropriate compartment of the truck. Avoca residents can also recycle corrugated cardboard from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on the first Thursday of each month in the Moosic

Sunday, Oct. 28 at the Brennan Regan Post home, 329 Main St. Children and grandchildren of members of the Legion, S.A.L., the ladies auxiliary and social members are invited to attend. Attendees will be treated to food, beverages and a treat bag. There will also be a costume contest. The winners will receive prizes. Reservations are required. Call the post home at 457-4242 for details. Rec Board movie

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Holy Rosary School Craft Fair today

The Duryea Rec Board will have a Movie in the Park on Saturday, October 13 at Community Park, Duryea, behind the borough building. The movie will be “Halloween Town.” Gates open at 6:30 p.m. Movie to start at 7:30 p.m. Treats and beverages will be served. It’s free and open to all. Recycling Truck at the Avoca Municipal Garage. Avoca residents can also recycle corrugated cardboard from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on the first Thursday of each month in the Moosic Recycling Truck at the Avoca Municipal Garage. Corrugated cardboard is cardboard with a ribbed section between two heavy layers of cardboard. All pieces should be collapsed and flattened. This collection does not include food contaminated non-corrugated or coated cardboard such as pizza, cereal or soda boxes. The recycling area will be monitored and violators can be fined or banned from future recycling privileges.

REHOSKI’S MARKET 201 Foote Avenue, Duryea FREE DELIVERY! CALL 457-8881

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Wesley Village blood drive exceeds goal thanks is extended to all the donors on staff and from the community who participated. American Red Cross technician Mary Jo Navin is shown drawing blood from donor Mary Ann Battista,

activity leader at Wesley Village. Due to the outstanding turnout, the campus has been asking to host another blood drive on October 25. Contact the campus at 655-2891 for more information.

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A late July blood drive on United Methodist Homes’ Wesley Village Campus exceeded its 26-pint collection goal, pulling in 39 pints. That volume helps 105 patients in need and a special

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Special council meeting set Wednesday Dupont Borough officials will hold a special Council meeting at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 26 in the James Cocco Council Chambers at the Dupont Municipal Building for the purpose of opening bids for the street paving project on Walnut and Oak Streets and Lidy’s Road. Borough Engineer Bob Naegele will have on display the new flood maps prepared by PEMA, DEMA and DCED, giving borough residents an opportunity to review and help with any concerns or questions. Officials meet Carroll

Greater Pittston Area municipal officials attended a meeting on Sept. 14 hosted by State Representative Michael Carroll at the Dupont Municipal Office to discuss the budget shortfalls and limited state grant monies facing the already financially-strapped municipalities. The meeting purpose was to provide an educational approach about shared municipal services, discussing advantages and disadvantages and the potential political pitfalls in the process of developing shared services. The biggest expenses for most communities are police services. Representative Carroll stated programs that, in the past, have helped to fund grants for police cruisers, etc. are now gone. The only financial resources available to municipalities are the LSA gaming monies which will now have all municipalities competing for limited funding. It will be impossible to deliver a grant to each municipality every year and what Representative Carroll is hoping to accomplish from the meeting is to measure the willingness of other communities to participate in shared services. He noted the success of the regional compost facility in Greater Pittston. Seven municipalities are part of this shared service and were able to secure grant funding in the amount of over $450,000. Carroll indicated he is willing to bring the chief of a regional police department and someone from DCED to go over the Governor’s Center Program where they discuss studies on regionalization. The next meeting of community leaders will be held at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 12 in the Du-

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pont Council Chambers. Hose Co. dinner dance

Dupont Volunteer Hose Company will host a fall dinner dance on Saturday, Sept. 29 at the Hose Company home, 308 Main St. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the buffet will begin at 7 p.m. Music will be provided by the Take Three with an appearance by Kaelyn Marie. Dinner includes Italian chicken, beef with gravy, pasta, mixed vegetables, mashed potatoes, coleslaw, rolls, with cake, coffee and tea. A cash bar will available. Tickets are $25 and must be purchased in advance by calling Bill at 457-7665 or Gary at 654-4222. No tickets will be sold at the door. Dupont Lions

Dupont Lions Club will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 24 at the VFW Post Home on Main Street. Yearly dues will be collected at this meeting. Crime Watch

The Dupont Crime Watch will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 15 in the James Cocco Council Chambers at the at the Dupont Municipal Building. The Annual Holy Name Ziti Dinner at Sacred Heart Church sponsored by the Holy Name Society will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 29 in the church hall. Take-outs will be available from 3 to 5 p.m. Ticket prices are $7 for adults and $3 for children 12 years of age and under. Eco-tip

Here is Joey Jones’ eco-tip of the week: If you are boiling something in a pot on the stove, use a lid. It will boil faster and this will save energy. Gas service applications

Applications for gas service are available at the Dupont Municipal offices during regular business hours. UGI representative Mike Trussa stated at the April Council meeting that for the company to have program approval for placement of gas

lines residents’ applications must be filed with UGI. For more information, contact Trussa at 829-8664. Sacred Heart news

Sacred Heart of Jesus will hold Choir rehearsal from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 27 in the church choir loft. CCD volunteers are needed. Anyone interested in assisting the program as a classroom aide, substitute teacher or helping with making phone calls or special projects, please contact Elaine Starinski, 654-6952. Tree removal

Dupont Borough is asking any residents that have large trees on their property and are considering tree removal or tree trimming to register with the borough office. In an effort to help the community the office is contacting a number of tree-cutting service companies for proposals to give a better rate to residents based on the number of people registering for the service. Blood drive

The VFW Post 4909 will host a blood drive for the American Red Cross from 12:30 to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 25 for the American Red Cross at the post home on Main Street. Walk-ins are welcome. Tax reminder

Tax Collector Bill Elko announces office hours of 3 to 4 p.m. on Mondays only beginning Friday, Sept. or by special appointment. For additional information, call the tax office at 6556241. Flu shots

Flu shots will be given between the hours of 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Monday through Friday at the office of Superior Health Services, 224 Main St. Dupont. No appointment is necessary. Most insurance accepted. For information, call 883-9581. Bowling scores

Elko’s Bantam/Prep Mixed

High Scratch Series Score Boys Division: Jacob Dobrowalski, 176; Aiden Hindmarsh, 153; Zachary Chilson, 132; Ryan Kane, 98; Ryan Peck, 98; ALeander Chilson, 89; Andrew Adonizio, 87; Jimmy Soroka, 82; Matthew Mesaris, 77; Beau Widdick, 74 Girls Division: Kacie Fisk, 123; Madison Mesaris, 119; Makenzie Kaminski, 110; Sophia Gronka, 21. Elko’s Prep Boys High Scratch Series Scores: Anthony DePascale, 365; Zachary Elko, 339; Nicolas Aschenback, 304; Joey Wruble, 301; Marc Piechota, 298; Jeremy Lavelle, 288; Ozzie Dobrowalski, 286; Martin Kuna, 271; Jared Dickson, 254; Charles Boswell, 244. Elko’s Junior/Senior Friday High Scratch Series Scores Boy’s Division: Conrad Chapple, 703; Peter Kulick, 646; Tyler Spurlin, 581; Jason Roche, 581; Stephen Yuhas, 657; Zachary McKitish, 557. Girls’ Division: Erin Donnelly, 466; Katie Wynn, 454; Danielle Zydko, 385; Michelle Grossbauer, 356; Jessica Wesolowski, 228. Magic Circle High Scratch Series Scores Men’s Division: Chris Renfer, 675; Don Whiting, 664; Greg Renfer, 662; John Colarusso, 612; Vito Buzzetta, 603; Michael Rebovich, 601; Rich Jr. Aston, 597; Wally Zieminski, 546; Bill Pupa, 539; Francis Pupa, 539. Women’s Division: Marytheresa Pupa, 573; Lisa Heck, 395; Courtney McKitish, 339; Ashley Fuller, 321; Regina, 300. Universal High Scratch Series Scores: Billy Elko,Jr., 710; Jerry Coggins, 706; Ryan O’Malley, 642; David titton, 631; Dale Reese, 610; Raymond Silveri, 606; William Elko, 600; Tom Titton, 586; Mike Gotcha, 556; Vito Buzzetta, 552. Warehouse Mixed League High Scratch Series Scores: Edward Collins, 661; John Borgia, 663; Jim Golden, 643; Ed Cologie, 641; Tom Clark, 641. National High Scratch Series Scores: John Kulick, 712; Jerry Coggins, 696; Edward Collins, 677; Neal

elko, 676; Dale Reese, 670; Mark Kulick, 669; Matt Felter, 660; Keith Weinschnek, 645; Allyn Jr. Ferretti, 625; Robert Lussi, 620. Pittston Township VFW High Scratch Series Scores: Wally Moore, 693; Joe Sr Walsh, 672; Rich Russian, 657; Jack Casper, 646; Joe Argenio, 635; Gene Wasko, 619; Joe Jr. Walsh, 579; Frank Solano, 577; Joe Scarantino, 555; Jody Marranca, 547. Elko’s Mixed High Scratch Series Scores Boys Division: Anthony Zimmerman, 527; Evan Elko, 450; Michael Elko, 442; Paul Greco, 393; Bryan Shupp, 366; Charles Kulick, 342; Justin Coyne, 341; Michael Walsh, 340; Dylan Kelly, 337; Evan Esposito, 328. Girls Division: Samantha Piechota, 363; Puiper Kane, 326; Morgan Mesaris, 320; Gina Kirkpatrick, 291; Hannah Maruhnich, 270; Janelle Dudek, 228; Halle Gronka, 213; Kiena Vest, 206; Loren Gronka, 206; Alyssa Bulford, 180. Dupont Bowlerettes High Scratch Series Scores: MaryAnn Shugdinis, 528; MaryTheresa Pupa, 504; Donna Kasa, 493; Connie Berlinski, 469; Helen Zapotoski, 462; Graclynn Williamson, 433; Kim Kishel, 432; Debbie Stevens, 429; MaryLou Fereck, 425. American High Scratch Series Scores: Mark Kulick, 754; Scott Kowalczyk, 743; Dave Kern, 698; Jerry Coggins, 688; John Grohowski, 678; Edward Collins, 641; Bruce Rydzy, 607; Joe Girman, 590; Gary Sr. Magdon, 587; Pete Latona, 577. Sunday Night Mixed High Scratch Series Scores Men’s Division: Gene Wasko, 609; Ray Wasko, 596; Joe Umbra, 556; Joe Sr. Wruble, 548; Joe Argenio, 538. Women’s Division: MaryLou Fereck, 470; Marytheresa Pupa, 466; Marianne Argenio, 428; Courtney McKitish, 419; Gracelynn Williamson, 366. Public works schedule

Public Works servschedule for the week of Sept. 23: Monday, Sept. 24 - Refuse Tuesday, Sept.25 - Yard waste Wednesday, Sept. 26 - Recycling, mixed papers

Street sweeping is conducted the first Friday of every month. There will be a parking ban in effect on Wyoming Avenue. Cars will be ticketed by the police department if not moved. Borough notes

Residents are not to take their recyclables to the recycling building. They are to be placed curbside for pick-up on Mondays. Yard waste is to be placed curbside on Thursdays. Businesses in town that have not purchased a recycling or refuse sticker for 2012 will no longer have recyclables picked up and will be cited by the police and subjected to a fine. Anyone who has a private dumpster must report their tonnage to Karen Szwast, recycling coordinator, at 654-0933. Failure of businesses to purchase a refuse sticker, recycling sticker or report tonnage is a violation of the borough ordinance. All refuse is to be placed in garbage bags and put in a garbage can and placed curbside by 6am on Wednesday morning. Loose garbage in garbage cans will not be taken. Do not put refuse in recycling containers. It is the responsibility of the resident to purchase their own garbage cans.

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St. Barbara’s news

The Golden Age Club will meet at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 27 at the Parish Center. Hostesses are Lena Seman, Ann Marie Shedlock and Margaret Uporsky. In honor of St. Francis Assisi pets will be blessed at noon on Sunday, Sept. 30 under the pavilion. Please keep your pets on a leash or in a cage. St Barbara’s will show “For Greater Glory” at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 29 in the Parish Center. There is no charge. Feel free to bring your own popcorn and drink. St. Barbara’s Parish Ziti Dinner is slated for 4 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 27 in the Parish Center. Donations are being accepted for the following items: spaghetti sauce (big cans), tomato puree (cans) and ziti. Social Concerns Committee: David Clarke, Director of Service Social concerns, Office of Parish Life of the Diocese of Scranton, will give a presentation of guidelines and an overview of Catholic social teaching and practical steps in forming a

Parish Social Concerns Committee at 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 15 in the parish center. All parishioners are invited to attend the presentation, especially those interested in being involved in a Social Concerns Committee. We will resume our food collection for the Greater Pittston Food Pantry and are asking you to support the less fortunate of our area. We will have collection boxes in both churches and will accept donations of canned and boxed food items. Next month marks the beginning of the Year of Faith as declared by Pope Benedict XVI. It’s a time to reflect on and renew our faith. Hundreds of Catholic churches and thousands of people across the United States will join together at noon on Oct. 11 to ring in the first day of the Year of Faith. It’s never too late! We are interested in meeting any students currently in ninth grade or above who have not yet received the sacrament of Confirmation. Please call the parish office to set up an appointment for us to come to talk to you about this important sacrament.

Religious Ed staff was commissioned at the 7 p.m. Mass on Tuesday, Sept. 18. Classes for grades 1-8 begin this weekend and will focus on helping the students and teachers get to know one another. Parents should keep an eye open for handouts which will be given to the students. Classes are held from 9 to 10:15 a.m. each Sunday in the parish center. All students, whether or not they have been enrolled in the parish religious ed program in the past, should have completed the enrollment form by now. If not, please complete a form this week at the office. There is a $16 textbook fee for late registrants. There will be a second collection on the weekend of Oct. 21 to help cover the cost of textbooks. You have already received a special envelope in your packet. Monthly Confirmation Classes for any high school age youth (grades 9-12) will begin at 9 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 7 in the rectory. Friends to Meet

The next meeting of the Friends of the West Pittston Library is at 12:30 p.m. on Oct. 1 at the library, corner of Exeter and Warren Avenues. Members are reminded to bring a lunch and soft drink. Call President Sara Kelly at 883-7079

for more information. The following is a tentative schedule of the upcoming events at the Friends Association: Boscov’s Friends Helping Friends on Oct. 16, Charming Charlies from 6 to 8 p.m. on Oct. 28, Bon-Ton Booklet sale Nov. 9 and 10 and the Library Friends Christmas Party on Dec. 5 at Fox Hill Country Club. Reservations are needed and due by the November Friends meeting. Rounding out this great and successful year is the Barnes and Noble Christmas wrapping and sale Dec. 7-9.

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Street sweeping scheduled every first Friday

WA soccer parents

WA soccer parents will meet at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 25 in Room 194 of the Wyoming Area Secondary Center. Reunion notice

The Wyoming Area Class of 1977 will hold its 35th anniversary reunion from 1 to 8 p.m. on Sept. 29 at The Checkerboard Inn, Carverton Road, Trucksville. Cost is $40 per person. Reservations can be made by sending checks payable to WA Class of ’77, c/o Cindy Yudiski Lynch, 355 Susquehanna Ave., Exeter, PA 18643 or by visiting the Wyoming Area Class of ’77 Facebook page.

Hose Company No. 1 planning Terror Trail West Wyoming Hose Company #1 will once again this year host The Trails of Terror and is seeking volunteers to be actors or to assist with set up. There will be a meeting of all those interested in participating on September 23 at 3:30pm in the Hose Company on Shoemaker Avenue. Tax reminder

will be collected at the face amount after this date. For more information, call 693-0130. Junior Councilperson sought

West Wyoming Borough Council seeks a borough high school student interested in becoming a Junior Councilerson (JCP). The Junior Council Program was established and fostered by the Pennsylvania State Association of Boroughs (PSAB) and seeks to encourage high school

age borough residents to participate in the workings of their local government by becoming a Junior Council Person. The borough is looking for a student to serve a 2-year term as a representative of the youth of the municipality to bring forth issues and information from their prospective. Candidates for the office shall submit a written application to Borough Council with a onepage cover letter highlighting the applicant’s interest in the position by Nov. 1.

After considering all submissions, Borough Council shall appoint a student at a regularly scheduled meeting. The Junior Council Person shall be a resident of West Wyoming Borough and a student in his/her junior year of high school. The Junior Council Person shall be sworn in upon appointment and take an “oath of office.” The Junior Council Person shall not receive compensation. The Junior Council Person shall be permitted to attend all meetings of Council and shall be permitted to participate fully in those proceedings, except that he/she shall not be afforded the

right to vote and shall not be permitted to attend executive sessions. Shade trees available

West Wyoming Borough, in conjunction with the borough’s Shade Tree Commission, will once again this year offer free shade trees to residents. The trees will be planted by the Shade Tree Commission members and can only be planted on the resident’s tree lawn. There will be a limited supply of trees and the species will be selected by the Shade Tree Commission See WEST WYOMING, Page 39

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West Wyoming Tax Collector Robert Connors reminds residents the 2012 school tax rebate period will end on Oct. 3. The office will be open from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. All school taxes

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Pasta dinner for Eric Spiecher today A pasta dinner to support Eric Spiecher, 13, who is battling a brain tumor, will be held today, Sunday, Sept. 23, from 2 to 6 p.m. at Immaculate Conception Church in West Pittston. Tickets are $8. The fundraiser will help defray medical costs. If you cannot make the dinner and wish to send a donation, send a check payable to the EJS Fund to Nancy Answini, 9 Cheryl Street, Hudson, PA 18705. For more information, call 570-237-5999. Rams News

Due to inclement weather last week, the West Pittston Rams open board meeting was postponed and will be held this Tuesday, Sept. 25 at 7:30 p.m. at the stadium. Everyone is invited to attend. Senior Parents

There will be an important meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 25 at 7:30 p.m. for the parents of the Wyoming Area Class of 2013. The meeting will be in Mr. Lulewicz’s room (room 118 in the Secondary Center). Important information dealing with senior class activities, the All Night Party, and graduation will be discussed at the meeting. Library Friends

The next meeting of the Friends of the West Pittston Library is planned for Oct. 1 at 12:30 p.m. at the West Pittston Library. Members are reminded to bring a lunch and soft drink if they wish. New Friends members are always welcome. Call President Sara Kelly at 883-7079 for more information. The following is a tentative schedule of the upcoming events at the Friends Association: Boscov’s Friends Helping Friends on Oct. 16. Charming Charlies is again on the schedule for Oct. 28 from 6 to 8 p.m. BonTon booklet sale is Nov. 9 and 10. The Library Friends Christmas Party will be held on Dec. 5 at Fox Hill Country Club. Reservations are needed and due by the November Friends meeting. Barnes and Noble Christmas wrapping and sale will be held on Dec. 7, 8, and 9.

WEST PITTSTON Tony Callaio 654-5358 tonyc150@verizon.net WA Drama Meeting

The Wyoming Area Drama Club Parents Association will hold its next meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 3 at 7 p.m. in the Secondary Center Library. Agenda items will include the pasta dinner, cabaret and convention. Everyone is invited to attend. Library Autumn Programs

Tutto Italiano – Oct. 16, Nov. 27 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. $10 each session or $25 for three; Oct.16, Italian Food; Nov. 27, Italian Travel. Downloading free e-books from the library - Oct. 24, Nov. 26 at 6:30 p.m. The Titanic and its Pennsylvania passengers - Oct. 30 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Beginner yoga - Mondays 10:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.; Tuesdays and Thursdays 8:30 to 9:30 a.m.; Wednesdays, 9 a.m.; Fridays, 10:30 a.m. Intermediate yoga Wednesdays - 6:30 p.m. Prenatal yoga classes are available. Contact Corinne at co-

rinne@yogawithcorinne.com or call at 407-2300 for more information on session dates and times Book Club - First Tuesday of each month, 6:45 p.m. Basic computer classes: Session 1, Thursdays, Oct. 4 to 25, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.; Session 2, Thursday, Nov. 1 to 15 and Nov. 29, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. $50. New York City’s Sullivan Street Bakery Bread Making Class – Held at the Assembly Room in the First United Methodist Church, 408 Wyoming Ave. Session 2: Oct. 31 from 6 to 7 p.m. and Oct. 4 from 6 to 9 p.m.; Session 3: Oct. 30 from 6 to 7 p.m. and Oct. 31 from 6 to 9 p.m. Make Your Own Pasta – Held at the Assembly Room in the First United Methodist Church, 408 Wyoming Ave., Session 1, Sept. 25 from 6 to 9 p.m.; Session 2, Oct. 10 from 6 to 9 p.m.; Session 3, Nov. 7 from 6 to 9 p.m., $20. Charming Charlie sale – Oct. 28 from 6 to 8 p.m. Bon-Ton Community Day – Nov. 9, all day. All tickets and

passes are available at the library desk. Join the Friends of the Library - The Friends of the Library will meet at 12:30 p.m. on Oct. 1 and Nov. 5 at the library. Save the Date - The Barnes & Noble Book Fair will be on Dec. 7, 8 and 9. Children’s programs Jack-o-Lantern display - Oct. 24, any time Halloween Bash - Oct. 28 at 6:30 p.m. Library Laboratory! (Lib Lab) - Color Coral; Session 2, Oct.15 at 6 p.m., Gore and More; Session 3, Nov. 19 at 6 p.m., Sweet Treats. Weekly Story Time - Fridays at 1 p.m. Story Time with Skippy Jon Jones – Sept. 28. PNC for Me, for You, for Later Story Time Series - Oct. 12 and Nov. 9. Events require registration, except for the Jack-o-Lantern. Stop by the circulation desk or call the library at 654-9847 to sign up. If a cost is associated with the program, the fee will be required at the time of signup to reserve your spot. For more information about upcoming library programs, visit the library’s website at www.wplibrary.org.

Street Department

Yard waste will be picked up from Montgomery Avenue to Erie Street on Mondays and from Montgomery Avenue to Susquehanna Avenue on Tuesdays. Residents are asked to place yard waste in open containers. No plastic bags will be picked up. Tree limbs should not exceed four feet in length or 1/2-inch in diameter and must be tied in bundles. Any resident requesting chipping of tree limbs is asked to call the Public Works Building at 655-7786 to be placed on a schedule. Tax reminder

George L. Miller, tax collector, announces the Wyoming Area school taxes have been mailed. The rebate period is until October 3 and the face value until December 3. The Borough tax penalty period will be honored through December. Office hours during rebate are from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday. It is the property owner’s responsibility to forward their tax bills to their financial institution for payment. If a receipt is requested, please include a self addressed stamped envelope with payment. For appointments, call 6553801 or 655-7782 ext. 232. Birthday notes

Celebrating this week: Don Jacobs, Mike Cefalo, Sept. 23; John Pribula, Sept. 24; Bill Sciacca, Brei Patience, Sept. 25; Ray Hassey, Lois Ellsworth, Sept. 26; Lester Cobb, Sept. 27; Cindy Vough, Jack Smiles, Sept. Sept. 29. Thought for the Week

To a father, when a child dies, the future dies; to a child when a parent dies, the past dies. Quote of the Week

“If you haven’t cried, your eyes can’t be beautiful.” – Sophia Loren Bumper sticker

He who angers you conquers you. At the September meeting, the West Pittston Women's Club honored the past presidents. Standing, left to right: Joan Pribula, Lorraine Antal, George Anne Neff, Beverly Williams. Absent: Joan Linskey

The Wyoming Area Class of 1977 will hold its 35th anniversary reunion party from 1 to 8 p.m. on Sept. 29 at The Checkerboard Inn, Carverton Road, Trucksville. Cost is $40 per person. Reservations can be made by sending checks payable to WA Class of ’77, c/o Cindy Yudiski Lynch, 355 Susquehanna Ave., Exeter, PA 18643 or by visiting the Wyoming Area Class of ’77 Facebook page. Tire recycling

The Luzerne County Solid Waste Management Department and PADEP will conduct a tire recycling collection event from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Oct.13 at the Hanover Area Junior Senior High School, 1600 Sans Souci Parkway, Hanover Township. The event is free of charge to all residents of Luzerne County only. Tires eligible for collection include regular size automobile, motorcycle, pick up truck and SUV. All tires must be removed from rims, free of liquids and heavy mud and cannot be cut. There is a 1- tire limit per vehicle for all residents. Any Wyoming Borough resident who wishes to participate must have a registration number which can be obtained by calling 1-800-8217654. Any questions from Wyoming Borough residents should be directed to the borough office at 693-0291. WA soccer parents

Wyoming Area soccer parents will meet at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 25 in Room 194 of the Wyoming Area Secondary Center. Octoberfest

EILEEN CIPRIANI 287-3349 ecipriani@comcast.net headliner, the Jeanne Zano Craft and food vendors will alBand. Interested vendors may so be on hand. Additional vendor call Paul at 540-5055. Anyone spaces are still available. Call the who would like to donate a bas- borough office at 693-0291 to ket or gift certificate is asked to register. contact Jeanne at 905-1946. The event is sponsored by Wyoming Borough and the Wyoming Recreation Board. Daisy Troop 30516

Wyoming Daisy Troop 30516 for girls in kindergarten and first grade will meet the first and third Monday of each month at the borough building. The first meeting of the year will be at 6:15 p.m. on Monday, Oct.1. To sign up, call Jacki Kasa at 693-0230. Rotary Crab Fest

The Wyoming Rotary Crab Fest will be held from 6 to 10 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 5 at the West Wyoming Fire Hall, Shoemaker Street. The event will be limited to the first 185 people who make reservations. The event includes allyou-can eat Baltimore hardshell crabs, clam chowder, hot dogs, beer and soda. For reservations, call Mark Sobeck at 760-1644 or Mike Kelly 237-5063. Cost is $35 per person. Night at the Races

Members of West Wyoming Hose Company #2 will hold a Night at the Races on Saturday, Oct. 6. Doors open at 6 p.m. and post time is 7 p.m. Members are currently selling horses for $10 each. Horse owners receive admission to the races as well as free food and drink for the evening. Horses can also be purchased by calling the fire department at 287-1182. All proceeds will benefit the fire department. Farmers’ market

There will be fresh local produce this Saturday at the Farmers’ Market in the Park. The market opens at 9 a.m. every Saturday in the Butler Street Park off Eighth Street.

Compost yard schedule

The West Wyoming compost yard will be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays for residents of West Wyoming and Wyoming Boroughs. The compost yard accepts brush, branches, leaves and grass. Residents are reminded to take care that yard waste does not contain plastic or recyclable bags. The compost yard does not accept stones or dirt. Compost is also available free of charge to residents of both towns. St. Monica’s news

Dinner and a Movie Night: Saturday, Oct. 6 after the Vigil Mass at St. Monica’s Parish at 5:30 p.m. with the movie “October Baby” sponsored by our Parish and the Guardian of the Redeemer Catholic Men’s Fellowship. All are welcome and if you would like to bring a covered dish to share it would be appreciated. For more information, call Father McKernan at 6931991 or email at monicaww@verizon.net. 36th Annual Rosary Rally Today: Wyoming Valley Knights of Columbus Plan Rosary Rally today, Sept. 23. St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish at Holy Trinity Church, 116 Hughes Street, Swoyersville will host this year’s Rosary Rally. The theme is “Praying for Our Country.” The Rosary procession will begin at 2:15 p.m. from the American Legion grounds at 259 Shoemaker St., Swoyersville and process to Holy Trinity Church where Marian Devotions will begin at 3 p.m. Mass will follow with John M. Dougherty Auxiliary Bishop Emeritus serving as principal celebrant and homilist.

-Mondays at 7 p.m. and/or at appointed times in the choir loft. Senior Choir and Senior Orchestra - Mondays at 7:30 to 9 p.m. in the choir loft. The Music Ministry at St. Monica’s is sponsoring a concert by the Catholic Choral Society at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 3 in the church. The group will perform Advent and Christmas music under the direction of Ann Manganiello. Library news

The Wyoming Free Library will have story time from 10 to 11 a.m. on Sept. 25 and Oct. 9, 16 and 30 for children ages 3-5. The program, entitled “For Me, For You, For Later” is part of the Grow Up Great initiative sponsored by PNC Bank and Sesame Workshop. The five-session program will teach preschoolers and their parents financial concepts such as making choices, needs and wants, learning to wait, value and spending, sharing and saving money. Each session will offer a story, craft and snack. Space is limited, so please call the Wyoming Free Library at 6931364 to register. The Friends of the Wyoming Free Library will hold a Mixed Bag Designs Fund Raising Party at 6 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 24 at the library, 358 Wyoming Ave. Refreshments will be served

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arborist. Call the borough hall at 693-1311 or ecipriani@comcast.net if you are interested. Bulk item pick-up

West Wyoming Borough will have a bulk item pick-up on Monday, Oct. 15. The pickup is limited to two bulk items per household. Residents may not put out any building materials, ammunition, electronics, car parts or tires or any hazardous type waste. For items containing Freon, the Freon must be extracted and a certificate stating so from a licensed refrigeration expert must be taped to the item.

Compost yard

The compost yard will be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays. Yard waste containers should not exceed 30 pounds. No plastic or recyclable bags, stones or dirt are allowed. Recycling reminder

Recycling containers are located behind Hose Company #1. Recycling can be dropped off any day of the week. Acceptable items: commingled food and beverage containers, plastic containers ( all number recyclables are accepted), cardboard, newspaper and office paper.

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The Wyoming Recreation Board will sponsor its fifth annual Octoberfest event from noon to 8 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 6 at Flack Field (across from Midway Shopping Center behind Kasarda’s). There will be vendors, food, a beer tent, specialty baskets, children’s games, pumpkin catapult, ride to pumpkin patch. There will be entertainment from 4:30 to 8 p.m., including

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Wyoming Valley Chapter ProLife Banquet: Monday, Oct. 8 at 6 p.m. Genetti’s in Wilkes-Barre. Cost is $25 per person. Call 8261819 for more information. If interested in attending or sponsoring a teen from the Parish, Call Ada Magni at 693-1388. Lancaster Bus Trip: Saturday, Nov.10 to Sight & Sound Theater to see the theatrical musical “Jonah.” Bus leaves at O.L.O.S. parking lot at 10 a.m. and includes a shopping trip Rockvale Outlet Mall, lunch and anack. For information and reservations, call Brenda at 693-0920. Northeast PA Catholic Radio Banquet: JMJ Radio, 750 AM, will hold the first-ever Catholic Radio Banquet on Nov. 11 at St. Anthony of Padua Hall, Exeter. A special Mass will be held at 4 p.m. followed by a dinner at 5 p.m. with featured speaker Fred Berretta, a survivor of US Airways Flight 1549 which crashed in the Hudson River in 2009. Tickets are $25 per person. For information and reservations, call 654-7542. The Music Ministry at St. Monica under the direction of Ninarose Lewko announces the following music schedule: Junior and Teen Choirs - Sundays from 9 to 9:43 a.m. Meeting at the grand piano. Junior and Teen Orchestra Sundays from 8:30-9:43 a.m. Meet at the grand piano. Cantors and Cantor Choir:

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Wyoming Area Class of 1977 reunion Saturday

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Sports

Patriots get off the snide By TOM DELLOS

For the Sunday Dispatch

Pittston Area quarterback James Emmett doesn’t show off his arm often, but when he does, it can be dangerous for opponents. Just ask Tunkhannock. Emmett connected on 5-of-7 passes for 166 yards, including three touchdowns, to lead the Patriots to a 47-0 win over the Tigers on Friday night. On the first play of the game, Emmett threw a picture-perfect pass from his 30-yard line down the right sideline, meeting wide receiver Jordan Housemann in stride. Housemann was brought down at Tunkhannock’s 12. That 58-yard completion set up a touchdown pass to Kyle Gattuso with 10:44 remaining in the first quarter. “James has a very, very good arm,” Pittston Area coach Mike Barrett said. “He doesn’t always have the confidence to throw and he’ll hold back sometimes, but his arm is strong.” With 3:56 left in the first quarter, Emmett found Hassan Maxwell over the middle for a 30yard touchdown to cap a sevenplay, 63-yard drive. The Patriots got the ball back three plays later after a leaping interception by Mike Schwab, who returned the pick 43 yards to set up a Kyle Gattuso 2-yard touchdown run, stretching the lead to 20-0 with 2:24 remaining in the first quarter.

Justin Wilk broke the game open with 7:29 left in the second quarter with a 72-yard touchdown, bursting through a hole up the middle untouched. Wilk rushed for 95 yards on four carries. The team rushed for 262 on 23 carries. Zach Erfman had 71 yards on six carries The Patriots took a 26-0 lead into halftime. In the second half, the Emmett-Housemann connection wasn’t finished. On their first possession of the third quarter, Emmett found Housemann yet again along the right sideline for a 64-yard touchdown to give the Patriots a 33-0 lead. “When I dropped back, the line was blocking perfect tonight,” Emmett said. “Housemann got open and I was able to find him. He made some big plays.” Houseman, in his first action of the season, caught two pases for 122 yards and the Td. Pittston Area’s defense stifled Tunkhannock, forcing six punts and only allowing 112 yards of total offense, which aided the Patriot offense in executing the way it did. After a Tigers fumble was recovered by Pittston Area’s Joe Giambra, Emmett completed a 32-yard pass to Joe Starinsky who made a diving catch at the 1-yard line. Marc Romanczuk scampered in the end zone to put the Patriots up 40-0 with 4:17 left See PATRIOTS, Page 41

Tunkhannock running back Brandon Edmundson is stopped by the Patriot defense of No.5 James Emmett, No.72 Matt Lettieri, No.41 Joe Giambra, and No.30 Shane Flannelly during first-half play.

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in the third. “Our kids really practiced hard this week,” Barrett said. “We have some inexperience and the last few weeks I didn’t think we played too bad, but we shot ourselves in the foot at times. We just want to develop our fundamentals. I’m very happy for our kids to get a win like that.”

Pittston Area proved to be efficient offensively, scoring on seven of its 10 possessions, as Josh John added a 23-yard touchdown run with 8:53 remaining in the fourth quarter to seal the Patriots first victory of the year. “It feels great to get a win,” Emmett said. “We’ve just got to bring it back for next week." Scoring First Quarter PA – Kyle Gattuso 12 yd reception (kick failed), 10:44

PA – Hassan Maxwell 30 yd reception (R.J. Haas kick), 3:56 PA – Gattuso 2 run (Haas kick), 2:24 Second Quarter PA – Justin Wilk 72 run (Haas kick), 7:29 Third Quarter PA – Jordan Housemann 63 yd reception (Haas kick), 7:24 PA – Marc Romanczuk 1 run (Haas kick), 4:17 Fourth Quarter PA – Josh John 23 run (Haas kick), 8:53

HIGH SCHOOL GOLF

Patriots need to win for a playoff berth Play at Tunkhannock Tuesday By JACK SMILES

jsmiles@psdispatch.com

A playoff berth will be on the line Tuesday for the PA golf team when they play Tunkhannock at Shadowbrook in the final regular season match of the season. The Patriots help themselves by beating Dallas at Fox Hill and Dallas helped PA by beating Coughlin at Irem. Coughlin is done with the regular season at 6-4. The Patriots are 5-4 and can tie Coughlin atop AAA Division 1 and get in the District 2 playoffs by winning Tuesday. For PA Matt Carroll 35, Ryan Tracy 37, Chris Lynch 40 and Calvin O’Boyle 42 scored against Dallas. Shoot 168 one day and win by 20 strokes. Shoot 171 another day and lose by 19. That’s what happened to Wyoming Area two weeks ago. In the second match that week they ran into the top two players in the area in Redeemer’s Mariano Medico and Chase Makowski and lost 152-171. Earlier in the week they defeated GAR 171-230. Meanwhile the Patriots won two matches that week beating Hazleton and Coughlin to keep their playoff hopes alive. Wyoming Seminary 172 Wyoming Area 178

Frank Henry earned medalist honors shooting 2-over to lead Wyoming Seminary to the win at Fox Hill C.C. Zack Mulhern led the effort for Wyoming Area shooting a 41. WA -- Zack Mulhern 41, Courtney Melvin 41, Madelyn Wharton 47, Gavin Kross 49, Bill Peck 49 WA Finished 8-4 tied with Sem for second place behind 12-0 Holy Redeemer. Matches the week of September 17 TONY CALLAIO PHOTOS/FOR THE SUNDAY DISPATCH

Sophomore quarterback Josh John breaks away for a PA score in the second half.

Wyoming Area 168 Lake Lehman 188

On Monday Wyoming Area defeated Lake Lehman 168 – 188 at Fox Hill. Zack Mulhern led the way taking medalist with a 36. Courtney Melvin 43, Colin Herron 43 and Madeline Wharton 46 also scored for WA. Pittston Area 155 Hazleton Area 171

At Sugarloaf on Monday, the Patriots’ Ryan Tracy and Matt Carroll finished one-two with a 36 and 37, respectively. Calvin O’Boyle added a 40 for Pittston Area and Chris Lynch contributed a 42. Holy Redeemer 152 Wyoming Area 171

Mariano Medico and Chase Makowski each shot one over par 36s at Fox Hill. Courtney Melvin led Wyoming Area, shooting a 39. Also scoring for WA were Courtney Melvin 39, Zach Mulhern 40, Madeline Wharton 44 and Colin Herron 48. Pittston 154 Coughlin 157

Ryan Tracy shot a 1-under 34 to win medalist honors and help Pittston Area edged Coughlin 154-157 on at Fox Hill. Shamus Gartley led Coughlin with a 37. Matt Carroll 36, Calvin O’Boyle 41 and Chris Lynch 43 scored for PA Hanover 170, Wyo. Area 178

Matt Kuhl’s medal round of 39 helped Hanover Area improve its record to 9-2 with a defeat of Wyoming Area at Wyoming Valley Country Club. Zach Mulhern 42, Courtney Melvin 44, Madeline Wharton 44 and Gavin Kross 48 scored for WA. Wyoming Area 171, GAR 230

Zach Mulhern’s 42 was good for medalist honors as Wyoming Area picked up a win against GAR at Fox Hill. Mulhern 41, Melvin 42, Horton 43 and Kross 45 scored for WA.

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Warriors even mark with rout of Hanover By TOMMY ROMANELLI

Dispatch correspondent

Anna Malsky was the Queen of the Wyoming Area Homecoming Friday night and Nick O’Brien was King of stats in the 43-8 victory of Hanover. The first quarter was uneventful. Wyoming Area barely even had the ball in their hands due to Hanover taking their opening drive and using up almost ten minutes of the clock, but when WA did get the ball on their side of the field, the made sure not to keep it too long. The Warriors had the ball on the 41 yard line with 8:36 in the second quarter when Nick O’Brien took the snap under center. O’Brien was able to find a hole up the middle, passing a defender out and then found a crease between two more coming at him from both sides. O’Brien shook them off with a spin move and then raced in for the touchdown. That put the Warriors up 6-0 after a missed extra-point. “He’s One of those premier players,” said WA Head Coach Randy Spencer. “He’s got that ability to do those things.” WA was right back at it though. Cody Schmitz intercepted the ball and set up opportunity for another O’Brien long Td run. O’Brien took the QB keep and slipped through defenders up the middle. He broke two more tackles, regained his balance, and ran down the field for a 46-yard touchdown. WA completed the

two point conversion attempt with a pass reception by Jordan Zezza for 14-0. “Every time I touch the ball I want to score,” said O’Brien. He almost pulled that off as four of his seven carries were Td runs. O’Brien finished with 193 rushing yards on 7 attempts for a whopping 25 yards-per-carry average After the second O;Brien Td, Wyoming Area held Hanover and forced them to punt. Cody Schmitz took the punt and ran down the left sideline for a special teams touchdown. The touchdown was set up though, by a monster block by O’Brien putting the Hanover defender on his back. The Warriors were then up

22-0 after a completed pass in the end zone by O’Brien to Trent Grove. It went to 29-0 on a 6-yard Td run by O’Brien with 42 seconds left in the first half set up by his 74-yard pass to Jordan Zezza. Hanover would get in with a late touchdown but not before the Warriors scored two more times to make it 43-0 on a 66yard run by O’Brien and a 5-yard run by Zak LaNunziata. The Warriors (2-2) are at Nanticoke Friday. Below, No.12 Jordan Zezza and No.10 Farrad Condry stop Hanover’s Brian Belcher for no gain. Right, Warrior’s No.8 Nick O’Brien is off on one of his 4 Td runs.

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C R OSS CO U N T RY

Redeemer edges PA in close girls race Marissa Durako finished in 19:00 for Holy Redeemer as the Royals placed five in the top ten in a close win against Pittston Area (24-31) on the PA course. It was the Lady Patriots first loss. They are 8-1. Pittston Area’s Catherine Lombardo finished second, one of four Patriots to finish in the top ten as Pittston Area defeated Wyoming Seminary (16-46). Alannah Trombetta finished 10th for Wyoming Seminary.

Sem and Redeemer both defeated Wyoming Area 15-50. The Warriors didn’t have a complete team due to injuries. 1. Marissa Durako (HR)19:00; 2. Catherine Lombardo (PA) 19:14; 3. Tara Johnson (PA) 20:00; 4. Melissa Cruz (HR) 21:00; 5. Rachel Sowinski (HR) 21:00; 6. Cassandra Gill (HR) 21:12; 7. Abby Sheerer (PA) 21:24; 8. Jenna Nitowski (HR) 21:30; 9. Katilynn Kutcha (PA) 21:56; 10. Alannah Trombetta

(SEM) 22:02. Boys Redeemer, Coughlin sweep local teams

Holy Redeemer finished onetwo-three en route to scoring wins against Pittston Area (1547), Wyoming Area (15-44) and GAR (15-50). On the PA course. Frazee Sutphen turned in the fastest time of the meet for the Royals, finish-

ing in 17:17. David Sadvary, who finished fourth, paced Coughlin to wins against Pittston Area (17-40), Wyoming Area (18-37) and GAR (15-50). Eric Filipiak came in ninth for Wyoming Area, Dimitri Shea finished 11th for Pittston Area and Nick Oldziejewski turned in the fastest time for GAR. Frazee Sutphen (HR) 17:17; 2. Mitch Ford (HR) 17:18; 3. Josh Foust (HR) 17:38; 4. David Sad-

vary (COU) 17:46; 5. Brandon Chackan (HR) 18:03; 6. Ted Mykulyn (COU) 18:03; 7. Luke Slenzak (COU) 18:03; 8. Vinny Amarando (HR) 18:03; 9. Eric Filipiak (WA)18:05;10. Zachary Mykulyn (COU) 18:16. This week on Wednesday at WA’s home course in Forty Fort, the WA/PA/GAR cluster runs against the Crestwood/Dallas/ MMI cluster.

Early scores give Patriots a win over Warriors By JACK SMILES

jsmiles@psdispatch.com

The Patriots scored all three of their goals in the first half, two by Matt Tavaglione in an eight minute stretch as the Patriots picked up a Bridge point with a 3-2 win over the rival Warriors on Friday at the Bucky Harris Complex. Jordan Consagra scored what proved to be the winner just before the end of the half. He also had an assist. WA scored once in each half both by Zach Sypniewski, in the first assisted David Klaproth. Sypniewski scored a goal of his own in the final minute. PA coach Pat O’Boyle said while it’s been a tough season for both teams, the rivalry is always special. “WA played hard. Their goalie did a fantastic job. Consagra scored for us with two seconds left in the first half. You don’t see that very often and that was a big goal for us. Both teams only had one win going in, but with WA it’s always one of those games.” First half: 1. PIT Matt Tavaglione (Jordan Consagra), 8:00; 2. PIT Tavaglione, 17:00; 3.WA (Zach Sypniewski), 25:00; 4. PIT Consagra (Steve Pugliese), 40:00. Second half: 5. WA Sypniewksi, 1:00. Shots: WA 11, PIT 16; Saves: WA 13 (Aaron Carter), PIT 9 (Zach McKitish); Corners: WA 6, PIT 4

The Warriors are 2-6-1. Berwick 2, Pittston Area 2

In a crossover match, the teams couldn’t settle anything through 100 minutes of play and settled for a tie. Ian Tracy and Jordan Consagra scored for the Division II Patriots, while Anthony Ramos and Junior Ramos had tallies for the Division III Bulldogs First half: 1. PA, Ian Tracy (Nick Allardyce) 19th minute; 2. BER, Anthony Ramos (Richard Umana) 39th; Second half: 1. BER, Junior Ramos (Edgar Guzman) 46th; 2. PA, Jordan Consagra (Colin Tracy) 50th Shots: BER 17, PA 17; Saves: BER 9 (Erickson Vasquez), PA 12 (Zach McKitish); Corners: BER 5, PA 9. The Patriots are 2-4-1

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B OYS S O CC E R

This week

Monday WA at GAR Tuesday PA at Coughlin Wednesday WA at MMI Thursday Tunkhannock at PA

Wyoming Area 1, Hanover Area 1, 2 OT

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Top, Freshman Colin Tracy fields an inbound pass for the Patriots. Above, Teammates congratulate No.2 David Klaproth after he scored the Warriors first goal of the game. Left, Wyoming Area goalie Aaron Carter jumps high above the net to save a shot on goal.

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Wyoming Area and Hanover Area could not decide a winner over two overtime periods, settling for a draw. James Lukachinsky scored for the Hawkeyes while Zac Sypniewski scored for the Warriors. First half: 1. HAN James Lukachinsky (Dom Gagliardi) 24th minute; 2. WA Zac Sypniewski 38th minute Second half: 1. No Scoring First overtime: No Scoring Second overtime: No Scoring Shots: WA 29, HA 14; Saves: WA 13 (Aaron Carter), HA 28 (Joe Gagliardi); Corners: WA 8, HA 4.

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JUNIOR FOOTBALL

Duryea at WWWE, South Scranton at Pittston today Last Sunday in Junior Football local teams in the Wyoming Valley West Conference won six of eight games. Wyoming/West Wyoming/Exeter won the B and C games against Kingston Township. Duryea defeated Plymouth in the C and D games after losing the B game. West Pittston defeated Ed-Lark in the B and C games. Ed-Lark won the D game. In a non-league A game West Pittston defeated Taylor. In the Wyoming Valley League Pittston lost two of three to South Scranton, losing in the A and B games and winning the C game. Todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s games

Wyoming Valley League South Scranton at Pittston Valley West League Back Mountain at WP Duryea at WWWE Right, West Pittston Rams A Team Line Backer Jordan Thomas takes down a Taylor Jr. Vike . Below left, Bruce Rydzy races for the endzone for the Duryea "C" team Wildcats. No.24 Francis George leaves a host of Indians behind him as he scampers for a 15-yard gain for the Wildcats "B" team.

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Lady Patriots undefeated mark is marred The Lady Patriots went into the week undefeated facing away games against two opponents who were also undefeated. On Wednesday the Patriots lost a tough one to Berwick, 4-2. On Friday the usual highpowered offense went cold as they were held to four shots by Dallas and lost 5-0. For Dallas Ashley Dunbar had three goals and two assists from , Dallas shutout Pittston Area 5-0 in Wyoming Valley Conference girls soccer action on Friday afternoon. Jordan Cumbo 17 saves for the Lady Patriots, who were outshot 24-4. Pittston Area coach Nicole Tieso said she felt pretty good about the Berwick showing at least. “In the past, any time we faced Berwick we’d get blown out. It’s nice that we could step up with them even though we’re still really young.” Pittston Area’s speedy sophomore Allie Barber had a foot in both PA goals finished the game with a goal and an assist to Madison Mimnaugh and Barber put Pittston Area within a goal at 3-2 with about six minutes left in the second half on a breakaway feed from Carly Filipski. PA was out shot 25-16. The Patriots (7-2) are in third place now behind Berwick (7-0) and Dallas (6-0.) The Patriots had been scheduled to plat Wyoming Area at Tenth Street on Friday, but that was moved at WA’s request to Monday October 1 when it will be a night game at WA’s Sobeski Stadium.

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GIRLS SOCCER

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Pittston’s Allie Barber (left) and Berwick’s Olivia Conklin duel for the ball in Wednesday’s WVC high school girls soccer game in Hughestown.

Berwick 2, Wyoming Area 0

Coughlin 3, Wyoming Area 1

Pittston Area 7, Crestwood 1

At Tenth Street Berwick put two goals on the scoreboard late to sneak out of Wyoming Area with a win. Karen Boone and Caty Davenport scored for the Bulldogs with 13 and 11 minutes left in the game, respectively. WA led in shots 13-8.

Emma Sukowaski’s ha ttrick propelled visiting Coughlin to a victory over Wyoming Area. Samantha Acacio scored for the Warriors, who were held to just three shots. The Warriors are in the middle of the standings pack at 4-3.

Home at Rock Street, Pittston Area scored two minutes into the game and never looked back against Crestwood. Allie Barber had five goals and an assist for the winners. Mimnaugh and Katelyn Pugliese also scored. Liz Waleski and Samantha Mayers had as-

sists. This week

Monday PA at Coughlin Tuesday WA at Meyers Friday PA at Tunkhannock Crestwood at WA

Registration for YMCA Piranha swim team open the NEPAGSL, Northeastern PA Age Group Swim League. This is a competitive league that consists of age group swim teams in the area. “Our program is designed to teach the fundamentals of competitive swimming,” said Labagh. “We strive to develop a sense of team spirit, sportsmanship, fair play and fitness habits

that will last a lifetime.” There will be an informational meeting on Sept. 27 at 7 p.m. at the Greater Pittston YMCA. The Piranhas swim team is open to all youth 5-19 years of age, who are able to swim one length of the pool (25 yards) with a recognizable swimming stroke. Season will run October through February/March with the swim

meets beginning in late November; most of the meets are held on Saturdays. Practice for all team members begins October 1 at the Greater Pittston YMCA pool from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. The cost of the program is $235-$285 per swimmer plus a YMCA membership for the swimmer. Scholarships are available for those who are in

need of financial assistance. -moreRegistration is now open. To register for the Piranhas swim team please stop by the Greater Pittston YMCA. For more information regarding the program please contact Michael Labagh at 570-655-2255 ext.104, mlabagh@greaterpittstonymca.org or stop by the YMCA.

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“Everybody swims, Everybody wins,” the motto of Y USAs competitive swimming program and the motto of the Pittston Piranhas swim team. Lead by Michael Labagh, Senior Program and Aquatic Director at the Greater Pittston YMCA, the Piranhas are taking signups for the 2012-2013 season. The Pittston will participate in

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Local athletes excel at college level By JACK SMILES

jsmiles@psdispatch.com

Temple freshman golfer Brandon Matthews shot a sixunder-par round of 64 at The McLaughlin in Bethpage, NY. It was the lowest single-round score since Walter Brown’s school record 63 at the Yale Invitational in 1973. Matthews led the Owls to a 10th-place finish. At PA Brandon was a state champion and two-time state medalist. He is the course record holder at Fox Hill. Casey Bohan from Harding and Wyoming Area is a junior middle hitter for the Wilkes University women’s volleyball team is ranked nationally in the NCAA -D3 volleyball statistics. Casey, 6-0, is ranked eighth in points per set and13th in kills per set. Casey leads the team with 218 kills. Julian Campenni, pictured at left, West Pittston and Wyoming Area is a red-shirt freshman defensive tackle at UCONN. Has played in all three games for UCONN going into yesterday,

Julian Campenni

starting two and had two total tackles, one for a loss. As a senior at WA in 2010 he was the WVC Small School MVP. He made 106 tackles, 34

at the Z Max race track in Charlotte, NC and featured cars from across the US and Canada. The local team was defeated in the final round by the reigning world champion, the country of

tackles for loss, 10 sacks and forced seven fumbles. He played in the Big 33 Football Classic and in the Chesapeake Bowl allstar game.

Qatar sponsored Frank Manzo. The team is currently preparing for their final race of the season which will take place October 3 to October 6 at Maple Grove Raceway in Reading.

Steelers on top in VFW league Standings: Steeler’s 10-6, Red Skins 8-8, Bus Boys 8-8, Terminators 8-8, Nittanys 8-8, Yankees 6-10 Top 10 series: Walter Moore 767, Jack Casper 686, Rich Russian 642, Joe Argenio 618, Joe Walsh JR. 590, Tom Judge 562, Jim Francioso 558, Joe Scarantino 551, Joe Dalessan-

dro 549, Ed Wasko 541. 200 games: Walter Moore 299-241-227, Jack Casper 247222-217, Rich Russian 235211, Joe Argenio 234, Gene Wasko 214, Joe Walsh Jr. 212, Steve Wasko 210, Joe Dalessandro 204, Jim Francioso 200. Lady Birds

Standings: Blue Jay’s 9-3,

with both matches coming down to the wire resulting in 1-stroke wins for Bryan’s. Tom McCafferty led the winners with a 42 and Pat Fiscus was right behind with a 43. Mike Lazevnick continued his solid play with a 1-under par 33 to lead Red Mill. In the B match Joe Farrell and Jack Moran both had 44 to lead the winners and Guy Fasciana had 36 for the Mill. The Final will be played Thursday at 4:45 at Emanon Country Club. The league tournament is next Sunday September 30.

BOCCE BALL

BOWLING

Pittston Township VFW

O’Connor’s and Bryan’s advance to Thurs. finals O’Connor Plumbing and Bryan Construction advanced to the finals of the Emanon Thursday Golf League by winning the semi final matches over Ashley Machine and Red Mill. O’Connor’s defeated Ashley Machine 2.5 - .5 to advance to next week’s final match. Bob Lampman’s even par 34 and Ted Matthews’ 36 led the A team to a 6 stroke victory with Len Coleman leading Ashley’s with a 37. The B team played to a tie with Tom Kerrigan having a 37 and Ashley’s was led by Bill Yurkon’s 38. Bryan Construction pulled an upset over #1 seed Red Mill 3 - 0

Duryea-based Funny Car team racing on ESPN2 today The Duryea based Anderika Racing East Coast Auto Electric sponsored Funny car will appear on ESPN2 this Sunday today at 2 p.m. The race was tapedlast Sunday

EMANON GOLF

Robin’s 7-3, Flamingos 7-5, Seagulls 5-7, Parakeets 4-8, Tweety Birds 4-8. High Series: Mary Kay Stetina 645, Judy Krifka 512, Lee Lawrence 489, Cini DiGennari 480, Sandie Toole 478, Barbara Granahan 465, Shirley Gercak 464, Tricia Survilla 455, Debbie Anzalone 447. .

Playoffs action Wed. The first half playoffs continued this week with KWIK ’N EZ Market making a place for themselves in the first half finals. The opening match saw Bassler Equipment drill the Dyller Law Firm 12-2. Atlas Realty downed Roberts’ Repairs 12-7. In a titanic struggle KWIK " N EZ Market squeezed by Bassler Equipment 12-11. The Marketeers followed by posting a12-7 win over Atlas Realty. The KWIK ’N EZ Kids are Guy DePascale Sr., Sal Alaimo,

Black belts are all in the Moore family Leah Moore, daughter of David and Karen Moore, Wyoming, earned her black belt at Galli’s Fighting Chance in Exeter. Moore follows her father David who is a first-degree black belt.

From left, are Master Leonard Galli, Leah Moore and David Moore

Charlie Adonizio and Dan Snyder. When the playoffs resume on Wednesday, Blandina Apartments will play KWIK ’N EZ Market in a best of three game series for the right to play in the league finals. Following those matches the second half playoffs will start with Blandina Apartments taking on Cuz’s Bar & Grill, JetSurge Power Cleaning & Windows playing KWIK ’N EZ Market and Atlas Realty opposing Roberts’ Repairs

Lady Patriots on four-game winning streak WA at PA for charity game at 2 p.m. today in Hughestown By JACK SMILES

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This week

Today WA at PA (exhibition) Monday Honesdale at WA Tuesday Tunkhannock at PA Wednesday WA at Lackawanna Trail Thursday PA at GAR Friday Hazleton at WA Standings

Division 3 PA 4-1 Meyers 4-1 Northwest 3-1

Tunkhannock 3-1 Hanover 2-2-1 Elk Lake 2-2 Berwick 1-4-1 GAR 1-4 Montrose 0-4

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Top, No.21 Abby Thornton narrowly misses a shot on goal in the second half against the Warriors of Delaware Valley. Above, Warrior versus Warrior as Wyoming Area’s Serra Degnan fights to control the ball as she heads down field versus Del Val. Left, Sally DeLuca got around Delaware Valley’s No.7 Rhiannon Maseaver driving to the goal.

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A 60-mile bus ride didn’t bother the Lady Patriot field hockey team. They went up to Montrose on Thursday and won easily 8-0. Junior Dana Maurizi had a career day scoring four goals assisted by Alana Platukus on a corner, Liz Mikitish twice, and Emily Herron. Julie Lieback scored on a corner assisted by Alexa Danko, who also assisted Platukus on one of her two goals. Paige Danko also scored. For the Patriots it was their fourth consecutive win since they dropped their opener to Northwest. PA coach Caitlin Hadzimichalis said the girls are improving. They are definitely getting better every game,” she said. “In our first game we had a lot of opportunities and didn’t finish, now we are finding ways to finish.” Today’s game with Wyoming Area is an exhibition. PA is in Division 3 and they don’t cross over to Division 2. WA is in Division 2. Asked if she expects the game to be competitive or a game where everyone plays, Hadzimichalis said, “Both. We’ll try to get everybody in, but both teams take it pretty seriously.” The Patriots also shut out Berwick this week 3-0 on Wednesday in Berwick. Nicole Chaiko scored and dished out an assist for PA. Dana Maurizi and Liz Mikitish also scored for the Patriots and Katrina Mikitish had an assist. PA outshot Berwick 18-4. Though Wyoming Area is 1-6 four of their losses were to Division 1 teams in crossover games and another was a 2-1 loss to unbeaten Holy Redeemer. Four of their losses were to teams with a combined record of 22-6. They are better than the record. More tough luck last week as WA lost in overtime 3-2 to Division 1 Delaware Valley after leading 2-0 as late as 6:24 of the second half. The Warriors got first half goals from Serra Deg-

nan and on goals by Bree Bednarski. Del Val scored at 6:24, then tied it 2:36 and won in overtime. The Warriors got their only win on Wednesday September12 defeating Lake Lehman 3-2 in over time Degnan scored the winner assisted by Sally DeLuca. Bree Bednarski scored two goals in regulation for the Warriors assisted by DeLuca and Gianna Gennetts. The Warriors lost to Dallas 4-0 on Monday in Dallas.

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GIRLS VOLLEYBALL

Lady Warriors beat Lady Patriots, Valley West By JACK SMILES

jsmiles@psdispatch.com

With four starters on the bench for skipping practice to go to a football game, Sam Acacio and Jessica Sorick rescued the Lady Warriors in their match Monday in West Pittston against the rival Lady Patriots. Acacio had nine kills and one block and Sorchick had five kills and 10 service points as the Warriors came back from being down two sets to one to win the last two sets and the match 3-2. After WA took the first set 2520, PA fought back with 25-14 and 25-21 wins forcing WA into two do-or-die sets. WA won the fourth set 25-13 and the final one 15-12. WA coach Noah Pickett comes from a serious volleyball culture at Lake Lehman where he was a player and coach. He wants WA to develop more respect for the game and that’s why he took a stand when the girls skipped practice, even with PA as the opponent. With the regular line up back in action, the WA made it a 2-0 week by defeating Valley West in Plymouth on Wednesday 3-1. Audrey Heidacavage paced the Warriors with 19 assists and six service points, while Melissa Kazmereck chipped in with seven kills and seven service points and two aces. WA won the first two sets 2517 and 25-21. Valley West pulled out the third set 25-22. The Warriors put the match away 25-14 in the fourth set. The Warriors are 3-3. They picked up a Bridge point for the school, but the week was a wash as PA won the boys soccer game.

BILL TARUTIS PHOTOS/FOR THE SUNDAY DISPATCH

This week’s schedule

Monday PA at Delaware Valley Dallas at WA Wednesday

Lake Lehman at WA Thursday GAR at PA Friday WA at Delaware Valley

Lake- Lehman 3, PA 0

Lake-Lehman defeated Pittston Area in a sweep for a win in the PA gym on Wednesday. PA made a game of it in the middle set losing 25-18. Ciara Smith had 10 digs, 3 kills, 3 aces and Kaitlyn Simyian had nine digs, three aces and three kills. Both teams have 70-mile bus rides to Milford to play Delaware valley this week. PA goes Monday and WA goes on Friday.

Top, The Lady Warriors celebrate a point against Wyoming Valley West Wednesday afternoon in Plymouth. Above, Wyoming Area’s Jess Sorick goes for a kill against Wyoming Valley West Left, Audrey Hiedacavage sets the ball for Wyoming Area.

Barbara Ann Wasko September 1, 2012 Barbara Ann Wasko, 86, of Smith Street, Dupont, passed away Saturday, September 1, 2012 at Golden Living, East Mountain, Plains Township. Born in Dupont on September 25, 1925, she was a daughter of the late John and Mary (Marcin) Wasko.She was a member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Dupont. Prior to retiring, she was employed in the insurance industry. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters, Mary, Ann, Helen and Margaret and her brother John (Chubby). Barbara is survived by her nieces, Rosemary Azzollini Orlando, New York, and her children, Salvatore and Lisa; Ann Venskus Gilman of Santa Barbara, CA; Joseph and Patricia Azzollini of Houston, TX and their children Anne Marie and Joseph and his wife, Linda and son Dominick; sister-in-law Feema Wasko, Dupont and her children

and grandchildren; cousins Sister Suzanne Duzen and Joanne Duzen Dahms and her children and Regina “Jean” Wojnak. A memorial Mass will be held Saturday, September 29, 2012 at 10 a.m.in Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Dupont. The Reverend Joseph Verespy will officiate. Interment will be in St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Exeter. Friends may call from 9:30 to 10 a.m. a.m.at the church. Arrangements have been entrusted to Kniffen O’Malley Funeral Home, Inc.,728 Main Street, Avoca. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place,Memphis, TN 38105. Send condolences at www.BestLifeTributes.com.

SPORTS BRIEFS

PA wrestling boosters to meet Monday at 6 PA wrestling boosters

Pittston Area Wrestling Booster Club will meet Monday, Sept 24 at 6:00 p.m. Nomination of officers will take place. All parents are urged to attend. Plans for the upcoming season will be discussed. Hall of Famer

Steven Boyanoski, of Bath, formerly of Dupont, will be inducted into the Wyoming Seminary Sports Hall of Fame at a dinner and ceremony on Friday, Sept. 28 at 7 p.m. Steven was a football player for Pittston Area, Wyoming Seminary and Lafayette College. WA football parents

Wyoming Area football parents assoc. will meet at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, September 27 at Sabatini’s Pizza, Wyoming Avenue Exeter. All parents of players in grade 7th-12th are encouraged to attend.

WA Boys Basketball Parents

WA Boys Basketball Parents will meet on Monday, September 24that 6:30pm in the Secondary Center Gym lobby. Plans for the upcoming season will be discussed. Parents of all players in 7ththrough 12thgrade are encouraged to attend. If you have any questions, please call or text Tracy Carey at 313-0837 or Doreen Zezza at 881-4448. WA Soccer Parents WA soccer parents

WA soccer parents meeting Tuesday September 25 at 6 p.m. at the Wyoming Area Secondary Center. The meeting will be held in room 194, all soccer parents are invited to attend. PA Cheerleading Booster

The PA Cheerleading Booster Club will meet on October 2

at 7 p.m. at Savo’s. All parents of JV and Varsity cheerleaders are urged to attend. Important topics will be discussed. Wyoming Area Girls Basketball

The Wyoming Area Girls Basketball Parent Association will be having their first monthly meeting for the 20122013 season on Tuesday, October 9th, 7 pm,at Bo Brothers Restaurant in Wyoming. All parents of girls playing basketball in grades 7th thru 12th are encouraged to attend. Hope to see you there.

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OBITUARIES

WA ice hockey

The WA Ice Hockey will be holding its monthly parents meeting on Monday September 24, Revolution Ice Center in Pittstonat 8:00 p.m. Upcoming Meet the Warrior’s and arena certification will be discussed.

Joseph “Red” Rosencrans Sr. September 16, 2012 Longview, Texas, Kevin Ragugini, David W. Ragugini both of Marshall, Texas, Nicholas Martinez, Eric Martinez, Gina Martinez, all of Hallsville, Texas; and seven great grandchildren. Red was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Clinton Rosencrans. Funeral services were held Thursday, Sept. 20, 2012, in the Chapel of Downs Funeral Home, Marshall. Father Denzil Vithanage officiated. Interment was in Colonial Gardens Cemetery, Texas. Pallbearers were David W. Ragugini, Kevin Ragugini, David M Ragugini, Eric Martinez, Nicholas Martinez and Chris Dillard. Memorials may be made to Heart to Heart Hospice, 100 W. Hawkins Pkwy., Suite A, Longview, TX 75605.

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Joseph “Red” Rosencrans Sr., 81, of Marshall, Texas, passed away, Sunday, September 16, 2012, in Longview, Texas. Red Rosencrans was born November 8, 1930 in West Wyoming, to Clinton and Joanna Faux Rosencrans. He left Pennsylvania in 1966 to come to Texas. Red married Mildred Mihalchik in Gilmer in 1968. Red worked as a mine foreman for I.C.I. Americas until 1985. He loved fishing and gardening. He also loved spending time with his grandchildren. Red is survived by his wife, Mildred Rosencrans of Marshall, Texas; son, Joseph Rosencrans Jr. (Elizabeth) of Arnold, Md.; stepson, David M. Ragugini of Marshall, Texas; stepdaughter, Angela Martinez of Hallsville, Texas; grandchildren, Christene Rosencrans and Joe Rosencrans, both of Arnold, Md., Jennifer DuShane of Marshall, Texas, Erica DuShane of

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OBITUARIES Joseph Humphrey “The Humph,” born January 4,1949, lived as he wanted for 63 years. Everyone who knew him has a “Humphrey Story” that makes them laugh. Prior to joining the military, he attended Pittston schools. He was a disabled veteran of the Vietnam War. He worked as a truck driver after completing his Army service. He worked in the kitchen at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Plains Township, for 20 years until he was unable to continue due to complications from diabetes.

Joseph Humphrey

Robert G. Lipenski

September 20, 2012

September 16, 2012

He was a member of the American Legion, Pittston, and the VFW of Pittston and

Wilkes-Barre. He made everyone he knew laugh and we hope when you think of him, you can still laugh. That would be what he wanted. He will join in heaven his father, Joseph T. Humphrey. He leaves his wife of 35 years, Kate Moore Humphrey; son, Jody and his wife, Alicia Humphrey, Laflin; daughter,

Kali Humphrey, at home. He is also survived by his mother, Mary Pradel Humphrey, Pittston; sisters, Mary Grace and her husband, John Lloyd, Yvonne Humphrey Hughes; brother, Richard Humphrey; brother-in-law, John Moore; sister-in-law, Mary Robinson; as well as nieces and nephews. Per his wishes he will be cremated and have private services. Arrangements are entrusted to the Peter J. Adonizio Funeral Home, 251 William St., Pittston. Online condolences may be made at www.peterjadoniziofuneralhome.com.

Robert G. Lipenski, 84, of Laflin, passed away peacefully Sunday morning, September 16, 2012, in the Golden Living Center, East Mountain, Plains Township. Born in Plymouth on January 9, 1928, he was the son of the late Alfred and Bertha Lux Lipenski. He was a graduate of Meyers High School, Class of 1946. He was employed as a butcher for the Lehigh Valley Family Beef Business, Morrell Meat Packing Company. He was a past member of the Elks Club, Pittston. Robert enjoyed fishing with his wife, going to the racetrack for horse racing and was an avid Yankee baseball fan. He was preceded in death by a

brother, Alfred Lipenski. Surviving are his beloved wife of 44 years, the former Marion Grillini, at home, and several nieces and nephews. Robert’s funeral was conducted Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2012, from the Mark V. Yanaitis Funeral Home, 55 Stark Street, Plains, with services by Rev. Peter Kuritz, Pastor of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. Entombment followed in St. Mary’s Cemetery Mausoleum, Hanover Township. Condolences or words of comfort may be sent or directions accessed at www.yanaitisfuneralhome.com.

George Kerechuk September 13, 2012 George Kerechuk, 85, of Avoca, passed away Thursday, September 13, 2012, at his home. He was born in Avoca September 16, 1926, son of the late Michael and Eva (Rapak) Kerechuk. George was a member of Queen Of The Apostles Parish, Avoca. He attended Moosic schools. George was an U.S. Army Air Force veteran and served during World War II. After his time served in the Army Air Force, George worked in the local mining industry for over 30 years, and retired from the Chamberlain Manufacturing

Corp., Scranton. In addition to his parents, George is preceded in death by his son, George Jr.; brothers, Theodore and Michael Kerechuk. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, the former Joan (Doran) Kerechuk; his daughter, Marie Youells of Scranton; grandchildren, Francis and Salena Youells, Jonathan Sidarovich; great-grandchildren, Tyler and Korena Youells, Angela Kobierecki; great-greatgrandchild, Joshua Sidarovich; several nieces and nephews.

The family of George Kerechuk would like to thank Father Phillip Sladicka of Queen Of The Apostles Church and Dr. Martin Moran and his staff for the care and support they gave to George over the years. An interment service was held on Saturday, Sept. 22, 2012, at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Avoca with Father Phillip Sladicka officiating, and a memorial Mass will be held at a later date. Arrangements are made by Kiesinger Funeral Services Inc., 255 McAlpine St., Duryea. Online condolences may be made to www.kiesingerfuneralservices.com.

Obituary Policy The Sunday Dispatch publishes obituaries of local individuals who reside, formerly resided or have family living in the Greater Pittston area. Obituaries should be submitted by 12 p.m. Saturday to ensure publication in the same week’s edition. Email is preferred for submission, but fax or handwritten entries will be acceptable with a contact name and phone number. Entries not including a contact name and telephone number will not be published. Email obituaries to sd@psdispatch.com; Fax obituaries to 570.602.0183; or mail them to109 New St., Pittston, PA18640. For more information call the obituary desk at 570.602.0170, or to place a memorial ad call 570.602.0168.

Robert E. Stocker September 19, 2012 Robert E. Stocker, 87, of Harding passed away Wednesday evening, September 19, 2012, in the Commonwealth Hospice Inpatient Unit, St. Luke’s Villa, Wilkes-Barre. Born in Pittston, he was a son of the late Robert and Martha Dendle Stocker. In September of 1943, Robert left high school and entered the U.S. Navy during World War II and served in the Pacific Theater on the USS Panamint (AGC-13). In 1946 he returned home and graduated from the West Pittston High School in 1947. During his service he was awarded the Pacific Theater Ribbon, the American Theater Ribbon and the Victory Medal. After graduation he attended diesel mechanic school and for many years worked as an auto mechanic. Prior to his retirement he was employed by Mark Realty as a Maintenance Supervisor. After retirement he became involved in woodworking as a hobby, making furniture for his home and unique wood gifts for his family and friends. He was an avid hunter and camper who enjoyed sharing these special times with his family. He attended the Wyoming United Methodist Church. Surviving is his wife of 58

years, the former Joyce Saunders; daughters, Desiree Stackhouse and her husband, Raymond, Athens, Rebecca Genelow and her husband, Alan, Wapwallopen, Joyce Scrobola and her husband, James, Wyoming, and very special adopted daughter, Marie Scoble, Exeter; grandchildren, Shannon and Erin Stackhouse; Anastasia and her husband, Jeffrey Mowery, Angelina and Alexandria Genelow, James, Jonathan, Zachary and Grace Scrobola; cousins, who were a very special part of his life, Melbourne, Lena and Carolee Stocker; and many other relatives. Funeral services were held Saturday, Sept. 22, 2012, in the Metcalfe-Shaver-Kopcza Funeral Home Inc., 504 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming, with the Rev. Marcelle Dotson of the Wyoming United Methodist Church officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Wyoming United Methodist Church, PO Box 4004, Wyoming Ave., Wyoming, PA 18644 or the Commonwealth Hospice Inpatient Unit, 80 E. Northampton St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18764.

Katherine Addison Hall Marvel Lake

June A. (Aston) Shaffer

September 17, 2012

September 18, 2012

Mrs. Katherine Addison Hall Marvel Lake, 27, of Scranton passed away Monday, Sept. 17, 2012, at Jefferson University Hospitals, Philadelphia. Born in Berkley, Calif., she was a daughter of Emerson Marvel and Bob Gutierrez of Walnut Creek, Calif., and Addison Hall of Lafayette, Calif. She was a graduate of Las Lomas High School, California. She was formerly employed by TMG Health, Scranton. She resided here for the past nine years, prior to that she resided in California.

She was a loving daughter, wife, mother, sister and friend. She loved being with people, playing games and white water rafting. Surviving, in addition to her parents, are husband, Kenny Lake Jr. of Scranton; son, Kenny Lake III of Scranton; brothers, Christopher Marvel of Houston, Texas, and his partner Richard, Matthew Marvel of Walnut Creek, Calif. and his

girlfriend Kelly; nephews, Matthew Jr. and Michael; grandmother, Betty Marvel of Dagsboro, Del.; mother-in-law, Synthia Lake of Scranton; aunts, uncles, cousins, brothers-inlaw, and sisters-in-law. She also leaves behind her dog, Spades. A Mass of Christian Burial was held Friday, Sept. 21, 2012, at Immaculate Conception Church, 801 Taylor Ave., Scranton, with the Rev. Joseph Sica officiating. Funeral arrangements are by the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main Street Duryea.

Jule Grigalonis Callahan September 10, 2012 Jule Grigalonis Callahan, 89, passed away September 10, 2012, at Little Flower Manor, WilkesBarre. Born in Jenkins Township on May 23, 1923, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Kazlowskus Grigalonis. Jule was a graduate of Jenkins Township High School. Prior to her retirement, she worked as a bookkeeper in the auto industry. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Leo Callahan; brothers, Jo-

Church St., Pittston, with a Mass of Christian Burial at St. John the Evangelist Church, William Street. Entombment was in Mount Olivet Cemetery, Carverton The family would like to thank Sisters Mary Robert, Mary Elizabeth, Francis Cecile, Monica and Ann; the Chaplin, the Rev. Richard Ghezzi, and the staff at Little Flower Manor for their help and concern.

Beatrice “Betty” Traglia September 20, 2012 nephews. She will be greatly missed by friends and family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by sisters, Josephine Traglia, Christine Woodring, Lorraine Traglia; brothers, Dominick and Nicholas Traglia. Surviving are two sisters, Angeline Traglia, Pittston, Arlene Toro and her husband, Joseph, Chalfont, Pa.; a sister-in-law, Dolores Guarnieri Traglia, Duryea; a brother-in-law, Charles Woodring, Del.; three nieces Lori White and her husband, Joe, Linda Toro Mahoney and her husband, Jay, Joanne Toro

Ziegler; five nephews, Anthony Traglia and his wife, Sharon, Charles Woodring and his wife, Dianne; Edward Woodring and his wife, Kathy, Richard Woodring, Lawrence Toro and his wife, Sherry; five grand-nieces and six grand-nephews. Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family with interment in West Pittston Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the Peter J. Adonizio Funeral Home, 251 William St., Pittston. Online condolences may be made at www.peterjadoniziofuneralhome.com.

John Beidler of Scranton; grandchildren, Tess Gattuso of Ralston Va., Nicole Trzcinski of Santa Monica, Calif., Paul Trzcinski Jr. of Okinawa, Japan, Abby and Julianna Beidler of Scranton, James Coleman of Pittston; sisters, Jannette Siglim of Brodheadsville, Beatrice Rusher of French Camp, Calif., Evlyn (Toots) Litts of Spring Brook Township, Betty Shotwell, Duryea; her beloved cat, Puddy; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Friday, Sept. 21, 2012, with religious service at Kiesinger Funeral Services Inc., 255 McAlpine St., Duryea. The Rev. Dennis Gray officiated. Interment was in the Spring Brook Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Compassion Care Hospice. 960 N. Main Ave., Scranton, PA 18508. Online condolences may be made to www.kiesingerfuneralservices.com.

Marlene L. Reed September 17, 2012 Marlene L. Reed, 72, of Hemlock Street, Dallas, died on Monday morning, September 17, 2012, at Hospice Community Care Unit in Wilkes-Barre, surrounded by her family. She was the daughter of the late Edward A. and Louise Balcomb Jones. She graduated from Forty Fort High School, class of 1957. Marlene had resided in Dallas for the past 45 years. Prior to her retirement, she was employed by King’s College for more than 25 years. She served in many departments, having last worked with residence life and academic skills. She won the “All College Award” in 1998, 2001 and 2012, in recognition of outstanding loyalty, dedication and leadership, voted on by the students. Marlene enjoyed traveling with her husband, John. Surviving are her husband,

John J. Reed. They would have been married 49 years on October 5, 2012; a daughter, Wendy Reed, Wilkes-Barre; brother, Edward Jones, and his wife, Joyce, Duryea. Private funeral services were held at the convenience of the family at the Hugh B. Hughes & Son Inc. Funeral Home, 1044 Wyoming Avenue, Forty Fort, with the Rev. William N. Lukesh officiating. The interment was Memorial Shrine Cemetery, Kingston Township. Memorial contributions, if desired, can be made in Marlene’s memory to Hospice Community Care, 601 Wyoming Avenue, Kingston, or to the charity of the donor’s choice. The family would like to thank all the staff at Hospice Community Care Unit for their understanding, compassion and exceptional care.

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Beatrice “Betty” Traglia, 87, of Pittston, passed away Thursday, September 20, 2012, in Commonwealth Hospice, Wilkes-Barre. Born in Pittston on August16, 1925, she was a daughter of the late Antonio and Loretta Serafine Traglia. She was a graduate of Pittston High School, class of 1944. She had worked in the local garment industry and was a member of the ILGW Union. She enjoyed and took great pride in gardening. She was a kind, generous person who dearly loved her family especially her nieces and

seph, John, Frank, Albert and Anthony Grigalonis; sisters, Francis, Helen, Evelyn; nephews, William Chernoski, Arizona, and Michael Grigalonis, Exeter. Surviving are her nephews, John Chernoski and wife, Mary, Arizona, Frank Grigalonis, Exeter; great-nephews; great-greatnephews; nieces; and sister-inlaw, Emily Grigalonis, Port Griffith. The funeral was held Tuesday, Sept. 18, 2012, from the KizisLokuta Funeral Home, 134

June A. (Aston) Shaffer, 80, of Hughestown, passed away Tuesday, September 18, 2012, at CMC Hospital, Scranton. She was born in Spring Brook Township, and was a daughter of the late George R. Aston Sr. and Irene J. (Shinert) Aston. June was a former member of Spring Brook United Church; she worked for many years at Consolidated Cigar, West Pittston, and retired from Parodi Cigar. June’s life was surrounded by family and friends and she will be deeply missed all. In addition to her parents, June is preceded in death by her three brothers, Roy, John and George Aston; her sisters, Lucy Hilson and Mary Smith. She is survived by her daughters, Alberta and husband James Coleman of Old Forge, Judy and husband Jack Teplir of Spring Brook Township, Alice and husband Norman Whitt of Biloxi, Miss., Irene and husband George Murman of Trenton, N.J., Diane and her husband Paul Trzcinski of Dupont, Julie and her husband

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OBITUARIES Frank J. Kaminski, 82, of Plains Township, passed away Thursday evening, September 13, 2012, surrounded by his family with the support of staff from Erwine Hospice Inc. He was born in Dupont on December 21, 1929, son to the late Michael and Anna Lentowski Kaminski. He was one of six brothers who owned and operated Kaminski Brothers Inc. He was an Army veteran of the Korean War with several commendations. In his past time, Frank would enjoy trout fishing in the Poconos, as well as enjoying his daily coffee at the McDonald’s Kidder Street location. Frank was an avid Philadelphia Eagles Football and

Frank J. Kaminski

Rose Mary Derwin

September 13, 2012

September 17, 2012

Phillies Baseball fan. Frank was also devoted to his job as a drag line operator. He was preceded in death by brothers, John, George, Michael and Ted Kaminski; Walter and Joseph Kozak; and sister Mary Goula. Frank is survived by his wife, the former Helen Lulis, formerly of Plymouth Township. They would have celebrated 54 years of marriage on October 25, 2012. Also surviving are his daughters, Sharon Kaminski, Plains Township; Patricia Mark and her husband, Alex, Pittston Township; two grandsons, Andrew and Lucas, Pittston Town-

ship; sisters, Helen David, Irene Kielb; and a brother, Edward Kaminski Sr., all of Pittston Township; several nieces and nephews. The funeral was held on Monday, Sept. 17, 2012, from the Mark V. Yanaitis Funeral Home, 55 Stark St., Plains Township, with a Mass of Christian Burial in SS. Peter and Paul Church, Plains Township. Interment was in Saint Mary’s Nativity Cemetery, Plymouth. In lieu of flowers, Frank’s family asks that memorial donations are made to the SS. Peter and Paul Church, 13 Hudson Road, Plains Township, 18705, or the Ronald McDonald House, P.O. Box 300, Danville, PA, 17821.

Michael Hudick September 15, 2012 Michael Hudick, 91, of Pittston Township, passed away Saturday, September 15, 2012, at home. Born in Dupont on July 19, 1921, he was a son of the late Sam Hudick and Catherine Prebish Hudick Kopko and stepson of the late John Kopko. He attended Dupont schools and served in the U.S. Army during World War II. Prior to retirement, he was employed by B.F. Goodrich Tire Company, Exeter. He was a member of St. Joseph Marello Parish, Pittston, a charter member of the Polish

American Citizens Club, Dupont, and a member of the Dupont VFW Post 4909. In addition to his parents and stepfather, he was preceded in death by his wife, Victoria Ferretti Hudick; brothers, Sam Hudick, John Hudick; and sister, Anna Hudick Bekanich. Surviving are his sister, Dolores Kopko Serafin, Dupont; sister-in-law, Ann Ferretti, Pittston Township; nieces and ne-

phews. Special thanks to Dr. James Bruno and the Rev. Joseph Sibiliano, OSJ. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Tuesday, Sept. 18, 2012, in St. Joseph Marello Parish, 237 William St., Pittston. Interment was in St. Rocco’s Cemetery, Pittston Township. Arrangements are by Peter J. Adonizio Funeral Home, 251 William St., Pittston. Online condolences may be made at www.peterjadoniziofuneralhome.com.

Eleanor Klein September 15, 2012 Eleanor Klein, of WilkesBarre, died Saturday, September 15, 2012, at home Born Feb. 16, 1941, in WilkesBarre, she was a daughter of the late Peter and Sarah Neddoff Monsuer. She attended Meyers High School. She worked for various garment factories. Eleanor is survived by children, Bobby Klein, Wilkes-

Barre; John Klein, WilkesBarre; Danny and his wife, Lynn Klein, Pittston; Joey and his wife, Rose Klein, Hanover Township; grandchildren, Rachael Klein, John Klein Jr., Joeleena Klein, Grace Klein and Maddox Klein; sister, Gladys Moran, brothers,

Fred Monsuer, John Monsuer, Jim Monsuer, all of WilkesBarre. Funeral was held Tuesday, September 18, 2012, from Mamary-Durkin Funeral Service, 59 Parrish St., WilkesBarre, with services in St. George Maronite Church, Loomis Street, Wilkes-Barre. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Hanover Township.

Rose Mary Derwin, 84, Shupp Lane, Plymouth, died Monday, September 17, 2012, in the care of Celtic Hospice Community Care, Dunmore. Born in Plymouth Township, she was a daughter of the late John and Rose Sudeyko Brozena. She was a graduate of St. Vincent’s High School, Plymouth, class of 1946. She was a member of All Saints Parish, Plymouth. Rose devoted herself to her family. She created a wonderful home life, and took great pride in the accomplishments of her children and grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son, Daniel R. Derwin, September 10, 2011; son-in-law, Timothy McLain; brothers, John, Paul and Leo Brozena; sister, Gertrude A. Washcalus. Surviving are her husband of 61 years, Joseph P. Derwin; daughters, Catherine Stone and her husband, Thomas, Geneseo, Ill., Patricia McLain, Crestwood , Ky., Juliann Derwin, Avoca, Joanne Derwin,

Plymouth; son, David Derwin, Pigeonforge, Tenn.; seven grandchildren; seven greatgrandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank all the caregivers from Celtic Hospice who assisted with her devoted and loving care. The family also appreciates the excellent care given by the Aides from the Visiting Angels. The funeral was held on Saturday, Sept. 22, 2012, from the Kielty-Moran Funeral Home Inc., 87 Washington Ave., Plymouth, with a Mass of Christian Burial in All Saints Parish, Willow Street, Plymouth. The Rev. Robert J. Kelleher officiated. Interment was in St. Vincent’s Cemetery, Larksville. Memorial contributions may be made to All Saints Parish, Plymouth or Blue Chip Animal Refuge, 974 Lockville Road, Dallas, PA 18612.

James R. Uhl September 13, 2012 James R. Uhl, 68, died Thursday, September 13, 2012, in Commonwealth Home Health and Hospice at Scranton Regional Hospital after a long illness. He was a son of Alice Shea of Wesley Village, Pittston, and the late John H. Uhl. He was born January 28, 1944, in Wilkes-Barre. He was a member of the 1962 graduating class at Kingston High School. After serving for four years in the United States Coast Guard, he attended and graduated from Wilkes College in 1970. Jim was an award-winning photographer and painter, having won several prizes locally in the Wilkes-Barre Fine Arts Fiesta. He also had been a featured artist in The Creative Will, the 10th anniversary of Project Rembrandt, a national exhibition by 31 artists with multiple sclerosis.

In addition to his father, Jim was preceded in death by a brother, Thomas Shea. Jim will be missed by his mother, Alice; daughter, Kristen G. Uhl, York; brothers, John H. Uhl, West Pittston, Neville B. Shea, Falls; sister, Rebecca C. Uhl, Media, Pa.; and a dear friend, Marjorie Ibsen of Kingston. Funeral services were private. There will be a Celebration of Life held at a later date. Memorial donations, if desired, may be sent to the National MS Society, P.O. Box 4527, New York, N.Y. or to the S.P.C.A., 524 E. Main St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702. Permanent messages and memories may be shared with his family at www.celebratehislife.com.

Thomas J. Elick Sr.

Mary R. Haddock

September 19, 2012

September 14, 2012

E. Bellarmine Senior Club. Tom was always eager to help anyone who needed help or to use one of his tools or equipment. His favorite pastime was owning and repairing antique vehicles and working on crossword puzzles. He and his wife would have observed their 44th wedding anniversary on November 28. They both enjoyed traveling throughout the country and took several cruises when they retired. He was preceded in death by parents, Joseph and Helen Weiss Elick; stepson Richard Smith in 1995; sisters Matilda Grogan and Regina Williams. Tom was a loving and devoted husband, father, stepfather, grandfather and uncle who will be terribly missed by all who loved and knew him. Surviving are wife of 44 years, Bernadine Zglinicki Smith Elick; sons, Thomas Elick Jr. and wife, Michelle Gazey-Elick, Ralph Elick and wife, Lois; stepson, Ronald Smith and wife, Antoinette Tarnalicki Smith; stepdaughter, Romayne Smith Kmetz and husband, Henry; six grandchildren; one great-grandson; brother, Joseph Elick, Brighton, Ill.; aunt, Dorothy Ritzie; nieces, Carol Grogan, Melanie Elick; nephews, David and Steve Elick, Kenneth Williams; numerous great-nieces, greatnephews and cousins. Funeral services were held on Saturday, Sept. 22, 2012, from the Nat & Gawlas Funeral Home, 89 Park Ave., WilkesBarre, with a Mass of Christian Burial in Our Lady of Hope Parish, 40 Park Ave., Wilkes-Barre. Interment was in St. Ignatius Cemetery, Pringle. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association, 613 Baltimore Drive, WilkesBarre, PA 18702, or to the charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolences may be sent by visiting Thomas’ obituary at www.natandgawlasfuneralhome.com.

Mary R. Haddock, 77, of Avoca, died Friday, September 14, 2012, at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, WilkesBarre. Born in Avoca, she was a daughter of the late Thomas and Mary Glenn Haskins. She was a graduate of Pittston Central Catholic High School. Mary was employed by Topps Factory, Duryea, and was retired from the Valley Crest Nursing Home, Plains Township, where she worked for over 20 years. Mary was a member of Queen of the Apostles Parish, Avoca, and the V.F.W. Ladies Auxiliary Post 8335, Avoca. She was well known for her compassionate care for those under her care at Valley Crest. She loved visits with her grandchildren and will

be sadly missed by her family and friends. Mary loved dog sitting with Muffin, Angel, Peanut and

Foxy. She was preceded in death by her former husband Paul E Haddock, who died in 2010; sisters, Ann Ostrowski and Dolores Mabin. She is survived by sons, Paul and wife, Catherine, Leesburg, Va; James Haddock, Suscon, Pittston Township; Glenn, Avoca; sister, Judy McCawley, Avoca; grandchildren, Jenna, Paul Joseph, Christopher Haddock; great-grandson, Caleb Joseph Haddock, all of Virginia; an aunt, Rose Marie Glenn McGeegan,

Philadelphia; several nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank Dr. James Scheerer for his many years of care for their mother, and also Tom and Grace McLaughlin, wonderful neighbors and friends who were always there for Mary. The funeral was Monday, Sept. 17, 2012, from the Ruane & Regan Funeral Home, 1308 Grove St., Avoca, with a Mass of Christian Burial in Queen of the Apostles Parish, 715 Hawthorne St., Avoca, with the Rev. Philip Sladicka officiating. Interment will be in Fairview Memorial Cemetery in Moscow, Pa. Arrangements were by Ruane & Regan Funeral Home and Kiesinger Funeral Service, both in Avoca. To leave an online condolence, visit www.ruaneandregan.com.

Loretta Kobylarz Piedmont September 20, 2012 Loretta Kobylarz Piedmont, of Pittston, passed away in her home on Thursday, September 20, 2012, surrounded by her husband and children. Loretta was a daughter of the late Peter and Catherine (Puzio) Kobylarz of Nanticoke (Honeypot). She was a graduate of Nanticoke Area High school and worked in the garment industry until her retirement from the ILGWU. Preceding her in death are her infant son, Dominick Piedmont; granddaughter, Nikki Ardo; siblings, Dennis Kobylarz, Peter Kobylarz, John Kobylarz, Frank Kobylarz, Anna Czoch, Stella

Kryzwicki, and Wanda Kobylarz; Surviving are her husband, Anthony Piedmont; son, Dominick Piedmont; daughters, Carol Acacio, Antonia Ardo, Carmella Argento, Catherine Opeka, Marianne Sorbelli; along with 14 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 9 a.m. Monday from the Graziano Funeral Home in Pittston Township, with a Mass of Christian Burial at St. John the Evangelist R.C. Church, Pitt-

ston at 9:30 a.m. Interment services will follow at St. Rocco’s R.C. Cemetery, Pittston Township. Viewing hours will be held at the funeral home today, Sept. 23, 2012, from 5 until 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Loretta’s name to Compassionate Care Hospice 960 N. Main Ave., Scranton, PA 18508 or The American Cancer Society, PO Box 22718 Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718. For directions to our funeral home or to submit online condolences to Loretta’s family, please visit www.grazianofuneralhome.com.

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Thomas J. Elick Sr., 76, died peacefully September 19, 2012, at his home after a long illness. Tom was a graduate of Wilkes-Barre Township High School, class of 1953. He played football and served as captain of the grid squad. He also played baseball as a catcher for the former Buttonwood Cubs. Tom loved sports for his entire life and his favorite football team was the Philadelphia Eagles. His favorite baseball team was the St. Louis Cardinals. Mr. Elick previously worked for Pagnotti Enterprises before starting his own excavating business, which he operated until he retired in 1997. He built baseball fields at Kennedy Park and the Blackman section of WilkesBarre Township. He was wellknown for not being afraid to tackle anything insurmountable. Tom was one of the first contractors called to provide his equipment and materials for sandbagging the Wilkes-Barre dikes before the Agnes Flood, a day he said he would always remember. Tom was one of the first responders at the Knox Mine disaster. Tom was formerly a member of St. Joseph’s Monastery and a member of Our Lady of Hope Parish in Wilkes-Barre. He was a charter member, first president and first active fire chief of Wilkes-Barre Township Volunteer Fire Department. Tom received a citation from township council for saving the life of a young boy from hypothermia and frostbite in a wooded area of Laurel Run, rescuing him when he was the fire chief. Tom was also a charter and active member of the Warsaw Sportsmen Club and held the office of president for 17 years. He was a charter member of Wilkes-Barre Township Lions Club, holding the office of past president and was treasurer for 17 years. He was a recipient of the Lion of the Year award in 1981. Mr. Elick was the first township code enforcement officer and was a member of the Wilkes-Barre Township Zoning Hearing Board. He was a member of the Wilkes-Barre Township Seniors and The St. Robert

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Judy Toton Hadvance

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September 18, 2012

nock, Tom, Falls; sisters, Dianne Ralston, Allentown, Karen Perrego, Florida; grandchildren, Benjamin and Noah Kisley, John McDonough and his wife Felicia, Meghann McDonough and Simon Hertzler; great-grandson, Jerald McDonough; several nieces and nephews. Memorial Service was held Friday, Sept. 21, 2012, at Lehman-Idetown United Methodist Church, with Pastor Bob Rider officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Medical Oncology Associates Prescription Assist Fund, or Lehman-Idetown United Methodist Church. The family wishes to thank Dr. Gary Nothstein, Dr. David Greenwald, Dr. Katie Arensmyer, and all of the nurses and support staff at Medical Oncology Associates, the Nusing Staff at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital and most especially Hospice of the Sacred Heart for their caring and support. Arrangements are in the care of the Richard H. Disque Funeral Home Inc., 2940 Memorial Highway, Dallas.

Judy Toton Hadvance, 58, of Exeter, passed away on Tuesday, September 18, 2012, at the Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. She was born in Wilkes-Barre on December 9, 1953, daughter of the late Paul and Jean Flaherty Toton. Judy was a graduate of G.A.R. Memorial High School, class of 1971. Prior to her retirement in 2008, she had been employed as a secretary for the Wilkes-Barre Area School District for 36 years. Surviving are daughter, Lyndsey Hadvance, Wilkes-Barre; son, Robert Hadvance, WilkesBarre; sister, Karen Vanchure and her husband, Gary, Hanover Township; nieces, Jessica and Sara Vanchure; several aunts,

Online condolences may be sent by visiting Judy’s obituary at www.natandgawlasfuneralhome.com. Funeral arrangements are by the Nat & Gawlas Funeral Home, 89 Park Ave., Wilkes-Barre.

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Jon H. Rogers, 65, of Lehman, passed away Saturday, September 15, 2012, at his residence. Born in Wilkes-Barre, he was a son of the former Fern Howell and the late George L. Rogers. He was a graduate of LakeLehman High School, class of 1964, and attended WilkesBarre Business College. He had been employed by Wilkes-Barre Iron Works and was liked and respected by all who knew him. Until his recent retirement, Jon worked for over 25 years as a dispatcher for Latona Trucking Company, where he was always treated as family and was liked and respected by all. Jon was a former member of the Lehman Volunteer Fire Company. He attended the Lehman-Idetown United Methodist Church, where he was treasurer for 17 years. Jon was Lehman Township’s secretary for many years. He enjoyed hiking, fishing and hunting. He loved to travel to see his sister Karen in Florida and his grandchildren in Colorado. He enjoyed rides and exploring the area. Recently, he enjoyed “Supervising” home projects with his son, Jon. He was also an avid NASCAR fan. Surviving, besides his mother, Fern, are his wife, the former Robin M. Boyle; son, Jon and his wife Cheri, at home; daughter, Lori and her husband Sean Bryan, Colorado Springs, Colo.; brothers, George, Tunkhan-

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Joanne T. Naples, 81, of Exeter, passed away Friday afternoon, September 21, 2012, at the Hospice Community Care, Geisinger South Wilkes-Barre. Born in Kingston, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Angela Mazzarella Naples. Joanne was a member of St. Anthony of Padua Church of St. Barbara Parish, Exeter, and was a graduate of Exeter High School and the Wilkes-Barre Beauty Academy. She owned and operated Joanne’s Beauty Salon in Exeter for more than 50 years.

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Marie Lepore

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September 18, 2012

She was a member of the Cosmopolitan Senior Citizens Club, and St. Anthony’s Travel Club,

both of Exeter. Preceding her in death were her brothers, Samuel and Charles Naples Jr. Surviving are her sister, Evelyn L. Naples, Exeter; eight nieces and nephews; and 16 greatnieces and nephews and one great-great-nephew. Funeral services will be held

on Monday, Sept. 24, 2012, at 9 a.m. from the Gubbiotti Funeral Home, 1030 Wyoming Ave., Exeter, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. at St. Anthony of Padua Church, Exeter. Interment will be in St. Cecilia’s Cemetery, Schooley Street, Exeter. Friends may call today, Sept. 23, 2012, from 5 until 8 p.m. at the funeral home. To send the family an expression of sympathy or an online condolence, please visit www.gubbiottifh.com.

Marie Cumbo September 20, 2012 Marie Cumbo, age 95, of Dupont, died Thursday afternoon, September 20, 2012, at the Regional Hospice, Scranton. She was the widow of Anthony Cumbo, who passed away on January 12, 1970. She was born in Dupont daughter of the late Walter and Anna Pramick Sabatelli and was a graduate of the Dupont High School. She worked as a seamstress for many years in the area garment factories. She was a member of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Dupont, and the Ladies Auxiliary of

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2012, at noon in the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, 215 Lackawanna Ave., Dupont, to be celebrated by the Rev. Joseph D. Verespy, pastor. Interment will be in St John’s Cemetery, Exeter. Friends may call Tuesday from 11 a.m. until the time of service. Contributions may be made to the Franciscan Missions, PO Box 598, Mount Vernon, N.Y. 10551.The Lokuta-Zawacki Funeral Home, 200 Wyoming Ave., Dupont, is in charge of arrangements.

Catherine E. Kelly September 15, 2012 her husband, Michael Kelly, on October 10, 2005; brother, Thomas Williams, and daughter Linda Cole. Surviving are her sons, Michael Kelly, Keystone; David Kelly, Raleigh, N.C., and William Kelly, Plains; daughters Brenda Ragugini, Plains; Rita Kelly, Pittston; Jean Dipierdomenico, Buck Township, and Crystal Kelly-Gonzalez, Raleigh, N.C.; 12 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; sister, Ellen Shannon, Wilkes-Barre;

dearest friend, Evelyn Kochell, numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral was held Thursday, Sept. 20, 2012, at St. Maria Goretti Church, Laflin. Arrangements are by Corcoran Funeral Home Inc., 20 South Main Street, Plains. Memorial donations may be made to Hospice of the Sacred Heart, 600 Baltimore Drive, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702. Online condolences may be made at www.corcoranfuneralhome.com.

Survivors include her daughters, Debra Martin (David) Pace, Florida, Diane Speigner, Enterprise; two sons, Charles J. Lepore Jr., Naperville, Ill., Anthony L. Lepore (Sarah Denice) Orlando, Fla.; sister, Darlene Barbera, Mableton, Ga.; four brothers, George Chaump (Connie), Harrisburg, Louis Chaump (Judy) Tyler, Texas, Donald Chaump (Linda), West Pittston, John Chaump (Pat), Philadelphia; sisters-in-law, Carol Jimmie, Kissimmee, Fla., Shirley Massino, Philadephia; six grandchildren, Sarah and Stevie Speigner, Daniel Toole (Sabrina), Elizabeth and Louis Lepore, David Martin II; five great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., today, Sept. 23, 2012, at Green Hills Presbyterian Church in Enterprise, Ala., with Pastor Dan McMillan officiating. Burial will follow in Meadowlawn Cemetery with Searcy Funeral Home directing. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested memorial donations to Green Hill Presbyterian Church, designated to the Marie Lepore Nursing Education Scholarship Fund, which has been established in her memory. You may sign the register book or send condolences to the family at our website, www.searcyfuneralhome.com.

In Loving Memory ELAINE L. DENTE, R.Ph.

AUG. 12, 1964 — SEPT. 24, 1990

“I long to be freed from this life and to be with Christ, for that is the far better thing” ~ Philippians 1:23 SADLY MISSED BY FAMILY & FRIENDS

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Catherine E. Kelly, 72, of the Keystone section of Plains, died Saturday morning, September 15, 2012, at her home surrounded by her family. Born in Pittston, she was the daughter of the late David and Helen (Norton) Williams. Catherine was a homemaker and enjoyed attending her children and grandchildren’s sporting events. She was a member of St. Maria Goretti Church, Laflin. She was preceded in death by

the VFW Post 4909, Dupont. She is survived by a daughter, Ann Marie Stroud and her husband, David, Dupont; three grandchildren, Thomas Orzello and his wife, Joan, Dawn McDavitt and her husband, Dwayne, Toni Kenney and her husband, Joe; eleven great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by sisters, Helen Sohanic, Elsie Sabatelli; and a son-in-law, Thomas Orzello.

Marie Lepore of Enterprise, Alabama, passed away Tuesday, September 18, 2012, at UAB Hospital. She was 75 years old. Marie was preceded in death by her husband, Charles, in 1996. Marie was born Marie LorraineChaumpinPittston.Shortly after their graduation from West Pittston High School, Marie and Charles married. Over the next 21years they raised four children while stationed at military bases throughout the country and overseas. They arrived to the Enterprise, Ala., area in 1974 with Charles’ final military assignment at Fort Rucker. After settling in Enterprise, Marie returned to school to complete her nursing degrees at Wallace Community College and Troy University. She began her profession as a registered nurse in 1977 and soon developed a special interest in long-term healthcare. She would go on to work in that field for the next 35 years, with most of that service as the Director of Nursing at Elba Hospital and Nursing Home from where she retired earlier this year. Marie was an active member of Green Hill Presbyterian Church in Enterprise. Outside of her profession, Marie had passions for gardening and home decorating and was especially renowned for her cooking. But, ultimately, what mattered most to Marie were her friends, her family and her faith.

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Eric Joseph Perlock, Emily Hope Thomas

Perlock, Hope plan nuptials Mr. and Mrs. Jason Hoffman

Hoffman, Zimmerman wed Jason Hoffman, formerly of Exeter Township and Katie Zimmerman, of York, were united in marriage on May 26 at Sandal’s Negril, Jamaica. They were joined by family and friends. A reception was held in York on June 30 in celebration of their marriage. The couple resides in York.

Joe and Elaine Perlock, of West Wyoming, and Randy and Linda Thomas, of Warren, are pleased to announce the engagement of their children, Eric Joseph Perlock and Emily Hope Thomas. Mr. Perlock graduated from Wyoming Area High School in 2006. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Science from Penn State University and is currently employed as the Elk biologist aide for the Pennsylvania Game Commission. Miss Thomas graduated from Warren Area High School in 2005. She holds associate’s, bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Wildlife Science from Penn State University and is currently employed as an instructor in the wildlife technology program at Penn State, Dubois. An Aug. 10, 2013 wedding is planned at Jamestown Audubon Sanctuary in Jamestown, NY.

Mr. and Mrs. Charles Gorey Sr.

Golden anniversary noted Mr. and Mrs. Charles Gorey Sr., of Hughestown, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on Sept. 29. They were married on Sept. 29, 1962 in Our Lady of Sorrows Church, West Wyoming. Mrs. Gorey is the former Joan Giardina, daughter of the late Chief of Police of Hughestown Anthony Giardina and Ida Brandt Giardina. Mr. Gorey is the son of the late Benjamin and Mildred Farguson Gorey. They are the proud parents of two sons, Charles Jr. and his wife, Sheryl Rusnock, of Royersford; and Anthony and wife Michele Solovey Gorey, of Hughestown. They have four grandchildren, Sierra, C.J., Brooke and Anthony Gorey. The occasion will be celebrated by a dinner for family and friends hosted by their children.

Alice Victoria Coleman

Coleman baby baptized Alice Victoria Coleman, daughter of William and Pamela Coleman, of Pittston Township, was recently baptized by Father Joseph Verespy at the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church in Dupont. Godparents are her uncle Joseph Coleman III, of Dupont, and Melissa Maiorana, of Duryea. Alice is the granddaughter of Joseph and Trudy Coleman, of Avoca, and Beverly and the late Charles Solano, of Pittston. She is the great-granddaughter of Mary Coleman, of Exeter.

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PA elects 2012 homecoming court

Andrea and John Disanferdinand

10th anniversary celebrated John and Andrea Disanferdinand of West Pittston celebrated their 10th wedding anniversary on Friday, Sept. 21. 2012. They were married on Sept. 21, 2002, at the Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami, Fla.

Berkoskis celebrate 45 years Leonard and Jean Berkoski, of Arnold MD, formerly of Avoca, celebrated their 45th wedding anniversary on Sept. 23. They were married in St. Agnes Catholic Church, Arlington VA by Monsignor Ralph Kuehner. Mr. and Mrs. Berkoski are the proud parents of two sons, Leonard III, of Riva, MD; and Daniel Taylor, of Owings, MD. They are blessed with four grandchildren, Matthew Berkoski, 8; Andrew Rainer Berkoski, 6; Kayleigh Jayne Berkoski, 4; and Ryan Daniel Berkoski, 1 year 9 months.

Student donates table David Corby, III, a sophomore at West Side Career and Technology Center, manufactured a table made from books and donated it to the Wyoming Area Secondary Center Library. Corby took approximately four weeks to put the table together over this past summer. In addition to attendPittston Area High School announces their 2012 Homecoming Court elected last week by the seniors to represent the Class of 2013 during the Homecoming events at the school. Pictured left to right, are Kassandra Erfman, daughter of Dawn Erfman; Carmella Gagliardi, daughter of Da-

vid Gagliardi and Judy O’Boyle; Shelby Rinaldi, daughter of Willy and Nicole Rinaldi; Jillian Starinsky, daughter of Joe and Renay Starinsky; and Mianna Hopkins, daughter of Sharon Hopkins. The 2012 Homecoming Queen will be announced during the Pep Rally to be held in

the gym on Friday, Sept. 28. The Queen will be crowned by the 2011 Homecoming Queen, Kelly Keener, during the half-time ceremony at the Pittston Area-Hazelton Area game on Friday. The court and their escorts will be honored at the Homecoming Dance on Saturday, Sept. 29 in

the High School cafeteria featuring a “Cosmic Constellation” theme of bright neon and black. The dance will be hosted and decorated by the Pittston Area Student Council. Tickets are available for the dance from the Student Council and Ms. Oliver.

ing WSCTC, where he is studying network and security, Corby has been a Boy Scout with Troop 366, is a volunteer with Valley with a Heart, Stephanie Jallen Paralympic Fund Inc. and A.B.A.T.E. He is the son of Dave and MaryAnn Corby and is the brother of Danielle Corby, of Harding. Dave Corby is shown with the table he manufactured from books.

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Irem Ladies plan craft show The Irem Ladies are planning their annual Arts & Crafts Show. The show will be held at the Irem Pavilion today, Sept. 23, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The ladies are pic-

tured, in first row, from left, Connie Rosencrance, Denise Pilger, Kathleen Detwiler, Charlotte Rukstalis, chairlady, Marge McCarty, Lee Wirth and Betsy

Woods. Second row, Sue James, Bernice Richards, Lyn Kalaskie, Rosalie Parsons, Shonda Reese, Sue Adams, Theresa Ormando and Vikie Kolesar.

Kosciuszko Ball planned for Jan. 19 at the Woodlands The 63rd Annual Kosciuszko Ball hosted by the Wilkes University Polish Room Committee will be held on Jan. 19, 2013 at the Woodlands Inn and Resort, Plains Township. A $3,000 scholarship will be presented to a student of Polish background with a high aca-

demic average. The Judianne Stanitski Scholarship for $1,000 given by Mr. and Mrs. Frank and Monica Stanitski will also be awarded. Music will be provided by the George Tarasek Orchestra. Members of the 63rd Annual

Kosciuszko Ball Committee are, from left, Ivana Kocon, reservations; Josephine Kline, sponsors and patrons; Jeri Jecen, co-chairperson and programs; Rose Fritzen, invitations; Bernadine Tarasek, decorations and publicity; and Jean Levandoski, chairperson.

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Salvation Army notes 100 years It has been a year. A lot has changed since that day in September, one year ago. But the water receded; homes and businesses were cleaned, dried out and re occupied. And that goes for churches as well. The Salvation Army, West Pittston Corps has reopened and just held a 100th Anniversary Celebration of its founding in the Garden Village. The celebration, held at Saint Anthony’s Hall was a smashing success. Hundreds turned out to

help celebrate the 100th anniversary and to honor two of its own. Michael and Sandy Insalaco were recognized for the Community Service Awards by Major Sheryl Hershey, her staff and the Members of the Advisory Council. “There are so many people to thank, I just don’t know where to start.” says Major Hershey. Add in the other service clubs, organizations and businesses and the numbers soar. “Thank you everyone,” says Hershey. “There are so

many that to start naming names is almost impossible. And the worst case is if we forget someone. So Thank you all for the aid, help and assistance to every single person, organization and business that gave of themselves to help us celebrate the momentous occasion.” Front row, from left, Major Sheryl Hershey, Angelo Falcone, Frank Casarella. Second row, Rose Grimes, Doctor Louis Guarneri, Anthony Grieco and Michael Insalaco

Adult Learners conduct raffle Members of the Luzerne County Community College Adult Learners Association recently held a 50/50 raffle to benefit the Catherine McAuley

House. From left, seated, are Ed Hennigan, Wyoming, advisor, Adult Learners Association and assistant director, admissions, LCCC; and Christin Feist, Ed-

wardsville, secretary, LCCC Adult Learners Association. Standing, Montie Perry, Swoyersville, president, LCCC Adult Learners Association.

Luzerne County Community College Phi Beta honor society induction held The Psi Beta Honor Society of Luzerne County Community College recently held an induction ceremony at the college’s Educational Conference Center. Sixty-nine students were inducted into Psi Beta, the national honor society in psychology for community and junior colleges. The mission of Psi Beta is professional development of psychology stu-

dents through promotion and recognition of excellence in scholarship, leadership, research, and community service. Shown are, from left, first row, Mary Sullivan, Swoyersville, director of student life and athletics, LCCC; Lynn Grilli, Kingston, instructor, history/social science and advisor, Psi Beta, LCCC; Emily Lynch, Forty Fort, president, Psi

Beta; Richelle Smith, Hazleton, web master, Psi Beta; Alicia Klug, Kingston, Student Government representative, Psi Beta; Janelle Hagenbach, Red Rock, secretary, Psi Beta; and Pamela Grosner, Wyoming, treasurer, Psi Beta. Second row, August Oister, Milton; Donna Maria Orr, White Haven; Blaire Propiglia, Tresckow; Tori Johnson, Danville; Su-

san Bettinger, Wilkes-Barre; Ashley Davis, Exeter; Holly Mitchell, Plymouth; and Mary Ann Quick, Hughestown. Third row, Amy Oliver, Berwick; Beth Stroup, Bloomsburg; Amanda Holmes, Lake Ariel; Stephanie Hopkins, Kingston; Dana Hupczey, Hazleton; Yvonne Germain, Scranton; William T. Berkowitz, Wilkes-Barre; and Teresa Lopez, Shamokin.

Moore earns her black belt in karate Galli’s Fighting Chance, Exeter, announced that Leah Moore, daughter of David and Karen Moore, of Wyoming, recently

earned her black belt in karate at Galli’s Fighting Chance, Exeter. Fromleft,areMasterLenoardGalli, Moore and Sensei David Moore

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Sam Allen

Patrick Burns

Sam Allen, son of Bryan and Patricia Bellanco Allen, of Yuma, AZ is celebrating his 13th birthday today, Sept. 23. He is the grandson of Sam and Felicia Bellanco, of Hughestown; and Rena and the late James Allen, of Yuma AZ. Sam has two sisters, Nicole and Jessica. He enjoys going dove hunting with his dad.

John Ozark Jr.

Patrick Burns, son of Tony and Linda Burns, of Pittston, will celebrate his fourth birthday on Sept. 26. His maternal grandparents are the late Robert and Jean Marie Jackson. Paternal grandparents are Jim and Carmella Slocum, of Plains, and the late Tom Burns. Patrick will celebrate with family and friends.

Gianna Jadus

John Ozark Jr., son of John and Kelly Ozark, of Pittston Township, will celebrate his ninth birthday on Sept. 26. He is the grandson of Andrea Grigas, of Pittston, and the late Frank and Mary Ozark, of Pittston Township. John loves to swim, bowl and build Lego’s. He is active with the Cub Scouts. A party with family and friends was held in John’s honor.

Jacob Krulick

Gia Jadus, daughter of John and Melissa Jadus, of West Pittston, celebrated her eighth birthday on Sept. 20. Her maternal grandparents are Michael and Betty Ann Capizzi, of West Pittston. Paternal grandparents are Romayne and the late John Jadus, of Duryea. Gia is a second-grade student at Wyoming Area Elementary School and loves to sing and dance.

Jessica Smith

Jacob Joseph Krulick, son of Paul and Veronica Krulick, of Exeter, will celebrate his seventh birthday on Sept. 22. He is the grandson of the late Paul and Margaret Krulick, of Exeter; the late Frank Filipski, of Scranton; and Antoinette Filipsk,i of Exeter. Jacob will celebrate with a bowling party at Chacko’s Bowling Lanes.

Caleb Curtis

Jessica Marie Smith, daughter of Sean and Candice Smith, of Hughestown, will celebrate her 10th birthday on Sept. 24. She is the granddaughter of Thomas and Maureen Smith, of Pringle; Diane Cravetts, of Pittston; and Joel Swingle, of Scranton.

Brandon and Stephen Renfer

Caleb Edward Curtis is celebrating his first birthday today, Sept. 23. He is the son of Jack E. and Josette Fedor Curtis, of Anacortes, WA. His maternal grandparents are Rosella Fedor-Purcell and the late Joseph E. Fedor, of West Pittston. His step grandfather is George V. Purcell, of West Pittston. His paternal grandparents are Larry and Judy Curtis, of Milton, FL. Caleb is celebrating his birthday with his parents and grandparents in Anacortes, Washington.

Brandon Daniel Renfer celebrated his fifth birthday on Sept. 14 and Stephen James Renfer celebrated his seventh birthday on Sept. 15. They are the sons of James and Christine Renfer, of Pittston Township. Both are students at Wyoming Area Catholic School in Exeter. Stephen studies piano with Valerie Grabiec, of Avoca. They have two sisters, Samantha, 3; and Joyce, 8; and two brothers, Christian, 6; and Jonathan, 9. Their randparents are the late Judith and James Mulhern and the late Merle and Ellen Renfer.

SENIOR NEWS

Falls Senior Center hosts health fair Falls Senior Center

On Thurs.Sept.13, the Falls Senior Center sponsored by the Area Agency on Aging for Luzerne/Wyoming counties hosted the second annual Community Health Fair. Various health screenings and health information was offered. Pictured is Jeantette Martin receiving Vision Screening by Denise Culver from the Blind Association. The Center offers daily Wii, Shuffleboard, Scrabble, cards and other games. Low impact exercise is offered everyMon.@11am.Walking group meets Wed. and Fri. at 9:30am. Anyone 60+ is invited to join us fora hot meal @ noon for a suggested donation of $2.RSVP to Twila at 388-2623 by 12:30 p.m. the day before . The Center is open Mon. - Fri. from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. and is located on SR92 Area Senior Centers

Senior Citizens Centers sponsored by the Area Agency on Aging for Luzerne and Wyoming Counties offer hot noon meals Monday through Friday to people 60 years of age or older. Donations from participants are gratefully accepted and needed in order to expand this program. The following is the menu for the week of October 1, 2012: MONDAY: Meatloaf, Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Mixed Vegetables, Whole Wheat Dinner Roll, Pear Bread Pudding, Margarine, Milk and Coffee.

Jeantette Martin receives vision screening by Denise Culver from the Blind Association at the Falls Senior Center recently.

TUESDAY: Roast Pork, Gravy, Peas and Pearl Onions, Bread Stuffing, Rye Bread, Orange Juice, Apple Cobbler, Margarine, Milk and Coffee. WEDNESDAY: bag lunch THURSDAY: Columbus Day Special Lunch: Beef Roll Ups, Mashed Potatoes, Corn, Dinner Roll, Ice Cream Sandwich, Margarine, Milk and Coffee. FRIDAY: Baked Macaroni and Cheese with Ham, Green Beans, Stewed Tomatoes, Whole Wheat Bread, Fruited Jello (w/ Banana Slices), Margarine, Milk and Coffee. The following is the menu for the week of October 8, 2012: MONDAY: CENTER CLOSED – Columbus Day Holiday TUESDAY: Crumb Topped Baked Fish, Broccoli-Cauliflow-

er Gratin, Wild Rice, Whole Wheat Bread, Ketchup, Tartar Sauce, Peaches and “Cream”, Margarine, Milk and Coffee. WEDNESDAY:Honey Glazed Turkey, Steamed Green Beans, Baked Butternut Squash, Whole Wheat Dinner Roll, Pumpkin Pudding Parfait with Gingersnaps, Margarine, Milk & Coffee THURSDAY: Roast Beef, Gravy, Peas and Carrots, Parsley Boiled Potatoes, Whole Wheat Dinner Roll, Cranberry Apple Crisp, Margarine, Milk and Coffee. FRIDAY: Oven Fried Chicken, Sweet Potatoes, Creamed Cabbage, Cornbread, Peach Pie, Margarine, Milk and Coffee. The following is the menu for the week of October 15, 2012: MONDAY: Beef Cabbage

Bake, Mashed Potatoes, Vegetable Medley, Whole Wheat Dinner Roll, Oreo Pudding Parfait, Margarine, Milk and Coffee. TUESDAY:Chicken and Biscuits, Corn Chowder, Snap Peas, Crackers, Biscuits, Rice Pudding, Margarine, Milk and Coffee. WEDNESDAY: Baked Pork Chop, Sauteed Cabbage and Onion, Buttered Noodles, Rye Bread, Sugar Cookie, Cinnamon Applesauce, Margarine, Milk and Coffee. THURSDAY: Salisbury Steak, Gravy, Roasted Beets, Scalloped Potatoes, Whole Wheat Dinner Roll, Carrot Cake, Margarine, Milk and Coffee FRIDAY: Hamburger, Lettuce, Tomato, Sautéed Onions, Broccoli Salad, Oven Fries,

Bean Soup, Crackers, Ketchup, Sandwich Roll, Birthday Cake, Margarine, Milk and Coffee. The following is the menu for the week of October 22, 2012: MONDAY: Breaded Chicken with Lemon Butter Cream Sauce, Steamed Spinach, Roasted Potatoes, Whole Wheat Dinner Roll, Orange, Margarine, Milk and Coffee. TUESDAY: Roast Turkey, Gravy, Cranberry Sauce, Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Quartered Sweet Potatoes, Bread Stuffing, Biscuit, Pumpkin Pie, Margarine, Milk and Coffee WEDNESDAY: Herbed Whitefish, Green and Wax Beans, Whole Wheat Dinner Roll, Rice Pilaf, Ketchup, Tartar Sauce, Diced Pears, Margarine, Milk and Coffee. THURSDAY: Spaghetti and Meatballs, Italian Wedding Soup, Garden Salad, Crackers, Italian Bread, Lemon Sorbet, Parmesan Cheese, Margarine, Milk and Coffee. FRIDAY: Beef Stew, Carrots, Peas, Potatoes, Onions, Whole Wheat Bread, Noodles, Gravy, Pineapple Juice, Sherbet, Margarine, Milk and Coffee. The following is the menu for the week of October 29, 2012: MONDAY: Baked Ham, Lima Beans, Roasted Potatoes, Whole Wheat Dinner Roll, Cheesecake with Pineapple Topping, Margarine, Milk and Coffee. TUESDAY: Meatloaf, Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Mixed Vegetables, Whole Wheat Dinner Roll, Pear Bread Pudding, Margarine, Milk and Coffee.

WEDNESDAY: MASQUERADE PARTY SPECIAL LUNCH: Hot Dog OR Hamburger, Bun, Ketchup, Mustard, Carrot Salad, Baked Beans, Corn Chowder, Apple Cobbler, Margarine, Milk and Coffee. For further information, contact the Area Agency on Aging for Luzerne/Wyoming Counties Nutrition Program or call the Senior Center nearest your home. Pittston Senior Center

The Pittston Senior Center is offering crochet classes with Katherine beginning at 10 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 17 and continuing until noon every Monday. Reservations are open for the following trips sponsored by the center: Hollywood Casino Wednesday October 17. Trips include roundtrip motor coach transportation, dinner and show. To make reservations and for further information, call Connie or Hazel at 655-5561. The Bloomsburg Fair bus will depart on Monday, September 24 at 8:30 a.m. An Open House Special Dinner will be held On Wednesday, September 26. Beth Lutz from AAA will provide in formation on Medicare Part D/Coverage Gap on Thursday, September 27 at 11:15 a.m. The Pittston Senior Center is seeking new members. The Pittston Senior Center is inviting those 60 years of age or older to be come a member. A complimentary dinner voucher will be given to each new member when joining as well as a free gift.

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PITTSTON AREA NEWS

PA cheerleaders plan pasta dinner Intermediate Center

• Fall Fund-raiser The Annual Fall PTO Fundraiser packets with the company Gift and Things were sent home with your child on Friday, September 7, 2012. Although there is no obligation to sell, all students are encouraged to participate. The proceeds benefit our PTO which provides activities and program for our students. Orders are due by September 24. If you have questions, please contact Heather Cebula at Heather @pittstonareaPTO.com. • Book Fair The Annual Intermediate Center Fall Book Fair will be held through September 24 in the lobby. • School Pictures School pictures will be taken at the Intermediate Center on September 26. Information was sent home with your child. • Food Service News The school’sFood Service offers nutritious party and classroom food packages to parents, faculty and staff events. For more information please contact our Food Service Director Sue Rudalavage at 654-7770 or Nutrition@pittstonarea.com. • PTO News The first PTO Meeting for the 2012-2013 school year will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 26, at 7:00 p.m. in the Middle School’s cafeteria. The PTO officers are: Heather Cebula, President; Kelly Copp, Vice President Intermediate Center; Amy Merlino, Vice President Kindergarten Center and Primary Center; Jenna Gronka, Secretary; and Michelle Christ, Treasurer. Our district’s Food Service Director, Sue Rudalavage, will be providing information about recent changes to the federal nutrition guidelines. • Free and Reduced Lunch Applications Free and reduced lunch applications were sent home with your child on the first day of school. Applications are due by October 12. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Daniel Mancini at 654-2415 ext. 2111. • Morning Arrival Procedure All parents who drive their child to school in the morning are reminded to use the driveway in front of the Intermediate Center’s Main Entrance. In order to keep our students safe, they are not allowed to be dropped off in the parking lot. • Annual Middle School Fundraiser The annual middle school fun-

The Pittston Area Cheerleaders will hold a pasta dinner from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 30 at the Germania Hose Company in Duryea. Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for children 10 years of age and under. Take-outs are available. Tickets will be available at the door. Members of the Pittston Area Cheerleading Squad are, from left, first row, Maria Lussi, Leanne Para, Kyla Balchune, Lauren Senese and Julie Kalinas. Second row, Hunter Antal, Karina Lutecki, Maria Capitano, Samantha Hoban, Allie Anastasi, Carly Walker and Kayla Vogue. Third row, Marissa Facciponti, Tabitha Filipski and Morgan Shea. Fourth row, Jennifer Mataloni, Marina Maida, Alyssa Adkins, Kiki Erfman, Kaitlynn Wolfram, Shelby Rinaldi, Alex Cawley, Trina Davila, Bridget Starinsky, Nicole Psaila and Katie Wynn.

draiser has begun. Students not only will have the opportunity to sell Gertrude Hawks chocolate as we have in previous years, but also items from “Kidz First”. Although there is no obligation to sell, all students are encouraged to participate. All proceeds will benefit our middle school. • Prudential Spirit of the Community The search is on to find the TOP YOUTH VOLUNTEER at the Martin L. Mattei Middle School. If you are selected, you could receive $1000, an impressive silver medallion, and a trip to Washington D.C. next May. If you feel you have made a positive difference through a volunteer activity during the past year, see Mr. Bilbow for details on how to apply for the Prudential Spirit of the Community Awards. • Middle School Math Club The Middle School Math Club will have its first meeting on Monday, Sept. 24, after school from 3 –3:45 p.m. in room 243 with Dr. Keska. Any interested 6th, 7th, or 8th grade student is

invited to join. Please bring your permission slip to Dr. Keska before the first meeting. Students attending the meeting must provide their own transportation home. Rides should be at the front of the school no later than 3:45. Students who participate in the Math Club will be preparing for the MATHCOUNTS competition. MATHCOUNTS is a nationwide coaching and competition program organized at four levels: school, chapter, state, and national. The mission of MATHCOUNTS is to increase interest and involvement in mathematics among middle school students. Based on their performance on the MATHCOUNTS school competition, students will be selected to represent our middle school at the Keystone Northeast Chapter MATHCOUNTS Competition in February. Kindergarten Center

• Fire Drill Procedure All kindergarten students have been practicing the procedure in case of a fire. The fire bell is run so all students hear what it

sounds like. Teachers and educational assistants show the students the fire route to exit the building as quickly as possible. An announcement is made that everyone evacuate the building. • Fall Fundraiser For the annual PTO Fall Fundraiser students will be selling items from Gifts ‘N Things. Students are asked to sell at least one item. This helps fund activities throughout the year. The top three sellers from the school will receive a Toys R Us Gift Card. Two winners from each school will win an MP3 player. The sale end on Monday, September 24. • PTO Meeting The first PTO meeting of the school year will b held Wednesday, September 26 at 7 p.m. in the Middle School Cafeteria. Primary Center

• School Pictures School pictures at the Primary Center will be taken on October 2 and October 3. Specific class dates and ordering information will be sent home. • PTO Meeting

The first PTO meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 26 at 7:00 p.m. in the Middle School Cafeteria. PTO membership information and fundraiser packets have been distributed. • Healthy Snacks Remember that birthday and holiday treats should be healthy and nutritious. Packaged or non edible items are suggested. Home baked items will NOT be accepted. A list of alternatives will be sent home. The school food service can also provide safe and portion controlled food items for a reasonable cost. Contact Sue Rudalavage for more information at 654-7770. • School Rules Parents are reminded to read and discuss the school rules with their child. Remember to sign and return the Parent Child Agreement that was sent home. Remember to review and discuss why following rules is important. All students attended an assembly about keeping safe by following our school rules.

Montgomery Avenue news

Holy Rosary news The 2012 PTO Holiday Marketplace will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. today, Sept. 23 in the school auditorium. Please join us and get a “head start” on your holiday shopping, A wide variety of vendors will be with us and there will be food available to purchase. Admission is $3 for adults and $2 for children and children under 6 years of age are admitted free. Thanks to Debbie Davis and Sharon Chase, co-chairpersons, for all their hard work. It will be a great time for all! Early dismissal

Wednesday, Sept. 26 is a scheduled Act 80 early dismissal day. Students will be dismissed at 11 a.m. Lunch will be served and bus transportation will be provided to and from school as usual. Gift certificate news

Gift certificate sales are held from 8 to 10 a.m. every Thursday in the Holy Rosary Church Hall. School families may send in orders on Wednesday to be filled on Thursday.

Tab collection

The Holy Rosary Student Council will collect ring tabs for the Ronald McDonald House throughout the school year. Please send them to school with your children. Labels & Box Tops

Campbell’s Soup labels and Box Tops for Education are being collected at Holy Rosary School. These programs enable us to provide educational resources that may be unaffordable through our regular budget. They offer merchandise like computers, software, sports equipment, reference materials, science and art items, even musical instruments. Please continue your support of these programs by sending in your labels to the school office or by placing them in the church vestibule. Also, please check labels for expiration dates. They can be sent in immediately and processed before they expire; there is no need to wait until a quantity is accumulated.

Ask your child about our school rules. • School Credits Remember to register the Primary Center at Target. Box Tops for Education can be sent in daily. • Parent Note about Reading Listen to your child read to you. Allow your child to read the same story often. This will help your child get better at recognizing the words quickly. Talk about the story and compare how you and your child are alike or different from the characters. • Math Opportunity Use real coins to help your child understand the concept of money value. Set out real coins and have your child practice naming the coins and telling their value. Let your child arrange the coins in order of value. Practice making 25 cents using as many variations of coins as you can. Repeat this activity for different amounts up to $1.00.

WACtoberfest set for Oct. 12 The planning committee for the first-ever WACtoberfest recently met at the Susquehanna Brewing Company for a planning meeting. The event will be held on Friday, Oct.12 at the Susquehanna Brewing Company at 635 S. Main St., Jenkins Town-

ship. The evening will feature beer tasting, raffles, and silent auction items and music by Franki Warren of Magic 93. All proceeds benefit the children of Wyoming Area Catholic School. Call 654- 7982 for reservations. Planning committee members

are, from left, Christopher Tigue, principal; Carrie Maciejczyk; Joann Kosik; Tony Orlando, Amy Rosencrance and Bob Chepalonis. Absent at the time of the photo were Eileen Rishcoff, Tom Blaskiewicz, Tiziana Mazzarella and Shawn Casey.

PICTURE DAY The Montgomery Avenue students will have their school pictures taken on the following day: Grades K-3 and Autistic Support will be taken on Tuesday, September 25. Grades 4 & 5 will be taken on Wednesday, September 26. Photos will be taken by Golden Photos Studio. October Calendar Events: Oct. 1 – Bus Safety Program – Grades K- 2 Oct. 1 – PTO Meeting – 7:00 p.m. Oct. 4 – Roba’s Field Trip – Grades K & 1 Oct. 5 - No School for students – Teacher’s In-Service/ Act 80 day Oct. 8 – Schools closed/Columbus Day Oct. 31 – Halloween Parade - 9:15 a.m./Teacher In-Service Act 80 day in p.m. The Wyoming Area Drama Club Parents Association will hold its next meeting on Wednesday, October 3 at 7 p.m. in the Secondary Center Library. Agenda items will include the Pasta Dinner, Cabaret and Convention.

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MATTERS OF FAITH

Night at the Races at St. Marello Fall craft fair

from the flood of Sept. 2011

Wyoming United Methodist Church is having a Fall Craft & First United Methodist Wyoming Ave., West Pittston Flea Market on Saturday, OctoSept. 23– 10 a.m. Worship, ber 13 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday School Sept. 24 – 6 p.m. Small Group, Bethel United Methodist 7 p.m. Boy Scouts 532Main St. Avoca Sept. 25 – 7 p.m. Trustees, (570) 457-2566 Pasta making Pastor Sharon Dietz Sept. 26 – 10 a.m. Small (570) 282-0104 group, 10 a.m. Mommy & me, Sunday – Worship Service 6:30 p.m. TOPS, 7 p.m. Choir 11:15 a.m. Sept. 27 – 7 p.m. Nomination Communion first Sunday of each month – non perishable committee, 7 p.m. Weight food items will be collected this watchers, Sept. 29 – Apple Festival day. Mondays – Bible study – 6 p.m. alternating each week with Full Gospel Chapel Avoca Brick UM Church, Duryea. Adult Sunday School, 9:30; 1st Thursday of each month – food give-away 4 to 6 p.m. for Sunday morning worship at 10:30 a.m. needy of Avoca and Duryea. Wednesday evening Bible Non-perishable food items and monetary donations are ac- study and prayer service at 7:00. The church also hosts the Rose cepted at this time. of Sharon Church with Rev. Vincente Torres on Sunday afterBrick United Methodist noon at 3:00 p.m. for the Hispan935 Foote Ave., Duryea ic community. (570)457-4424 Pastor Sharon Dietz Glendale Gospel Church (570) 282-0104 105 Church Drive Sunday Worship Service 9:45 Glendale/Pittston Township a.m. Sunday School – 10:15 a.m. Sunday Service 10:45 a.m. during morning Worship Services for ages 3-12 Communion first Sunday of Harding Church each month – non perishable of Christ food items will be collected. RR 1 Box 187A, Falls Mondays – Bible study – 6 Sunday services: 10:00 a.m. p.m. alternating each week with Sunday School and 11:00 a.m. Bethel UM Church, Avoca. Church Service. Miracle of Awareness – coffee Call 388-6534 time – 6 p.m. meeting 7 p.m. Thursday – New beginnings meeting 7 p.m. Third Thursday Holy Mother of Sorrows of each month – United Metho- PNCC dist Women – 6:30 p.m. 212 Wyoming Avenue, Dupont Rev. Zbigniew Dawid, Pastor Christian and Sunday Mass, 8:00 a.m.; Traditional Mass, 10:30 a.m. Missionary Alliance Daily Mass, 9 a.m. Monday 317 Luzerne Avenue through Saturday West Pittston The church is hosting a Soup Kitchen Monday evenings from 5 to 6:30 p.m. for individuals and families in the community in need. People interested in volunteering are asked to call sponsors the Davis family of Dallas at 760-4830. A Sunday evening teaching series through Nov. 25 at 7 p.m.

Alliance Church

Luzerne Ave. and Parke Street West Pittston The clothes closet will open on Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. People with emergency needs can call the church office at 6542500 for special appointments. The closet accepts gently used clothing and shares it with the community without cost.

First Baptist Church

Rev. James H. Breese, pastor, Water Street, Pittston Sunday 9:30 a.m. Worship and Praise Service/Children’s Sunday School, Adult/Teen Sunday School immediately following service. Wednesday 7:15 p.m. Bible Study

First Congregational UCC

500 Luzerne Avenue West Pittston Rev. Joan Mitchell, Pastor Sanctuary is handicapped accessible. Sunday,11 a.m. MorningWorship Service

First Presbyterian Church

14 Broad Street Pittston Sunday Worship 9:15 a.m. with Rev. William N. Lukesh.

First United Presbyterian Church

West Pittston Rev. James Thyren 654-8121 Sunday, September 23: 9:30 a.m., Sunday School; 11:00 a.m. Worship at St. Cecilia’s. Tuesday, September 25: 7:00 p.m., Trustees. Services are being held at St. Cecilia’s Roman Catholic Church on 1700 Wyoming Ave, Exeter, as the parish recovers

A Night at the Races sponsored by the Holy Name Society of St. joseph Marello parish will be held Saturday, Sept. 29 in the Parish Hall. Doors for the BYOB event open at 6:30 p.m. Entrance donation is $5 for food and refreshments. Baked goods will be provided by the Altar & Rosary Society. Participants must be 21 years of age or older. Members of the committee are, from left, first row, Vince Gubitoso, Robert Ranieli, Jim Ardoline, Mike English, Father Joseph Sibilano,osj, Joe McCulloch and Paul Karas. Second row, Joe Petro, Jim Nardone, Don Taroli, Jim Murphy, Charlie Sciandra, Martin Sowa, Nick Barbrie and Dominick Troiani. Third row, Al Zangardi, Sam Chairge and Paul Menichelli.

CCD Program began on Sunday, September 16. Students will meet each Sunday. Parents are reminded that registration for CCD closes on October 7. Students must be enrolled and participating in a religious education program or attending a Catholic school for two (2) years prior to the reception of the Sacraments of Reconciliation, Eucharist and Confirmation. In Nativity of Our Lord Parish, First Reconciliation will be held on February 17, 2013; First EucharIndependent Bible ist will be held on May 4, 2013; and Confirmation in the spring Church 328 Main Street, Duryea, PA ona date yet to be announced. 18642. (570) 451-0346 Home/Office. Oblates of St. Joseph Highway 315, Pittston JLaCava@TheBibleChurch.org Masses are held daily in the seminary chapel at 7:00 a.m. Inkerman Presbyterian (Monday – Friday) and on SatMain St., Inkerman urday mornings at 8:00 a.m. Services: Sundays, 8:30 a.m. There are no weekend Masses. Confessions are heard daily Langcliffe Presbyterian from 9:00 a.m. – noon and from 1001 Main St Avoca 3:00 – 6:00 p.m. Sunday worship 11:15 a.m. Office hours are Monday – The Langcliffe Church is Friday: 9:30 a.m.– 5:00 p.m., handicapped accessible. evenings and weekends by apNursery is provided for chil- pointment. Office phone numdren during worship. ber is 654-7542. Every Wednesday evening Moosic Alliance Church Mass is celebrated at 7:00 p.m. in 608 Rocky Glen Road, Moosic conjunction with the Novena to Pastor: Doug Jensen 457- St. Joseph & St. Joseph Marello. 6020 Novena prayers and the blessing maccma2@verizon.net of the first-class relic of St. JoSunday morning Sunday seph Marello, Founder of the School for all ages at 9:30 a.m. Oblates of Saint Joseph CongreSunday morning Worship at gation, immediately follow the 10:45 a.m. Mass. Prayer meeting, Wednesdays This week welcome to two at 7:00 p.m. Oblates of St. Joseph priests Celebrate Recovery Ministry, from the CA province who are Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. serving on the Unification Commission of the USA Oblate ProvNativity Of Our Lord ince: Fathers Matthew Spencer & Carlos Esquivel. They will be Stephenson St., Duryea attending meetings on WednesMass Schedule day and Thursday at the seminaSaturday 4:00 p.m. Holy Rosary Church ry along with PA commission 5:30 p.m. Sacred Heart of Je- members: Fathers Paul McDonnell & Gregory Finn. The Obsus Church lates in the United States are Sunday 8:00 a.m. Holy Rosary Church working at unifying their East & 9:30 a.m. Holy Rosary Church West Coast provinces into one united American province. It is 11:00 a.m. Sacred Heart Nativity of Our Lord Parish expected to become effective by Annual Indoor Fall Festival will March of 2013. The first Catholic Radio banbe held on Fri. Oct. 5 from 4 to 9 p.m. and Sat., Oct. 6 from 5 to 9 quet is scheduled for Sunday, p.m. in the Hall of Holy Rosary Nov. 11, at St. Anthony’s Parish Church and the Cafeteria and Center, Exeter. Guest speaker Gym of Holy Rosary School at will be Fred Berretta, survivor of 125-127 Stephenson Street, Du- the USAir Flight 1549 of January 15, 2009 that landed miracryea. Featured will be a cash raffle, ulously on the Hudson River in beautiful baskets, kids’ games, a NYC after striking a flock of bake sale, a variety of chance geese and losing both engines afstands, bingo, instant bingo, and ter takeoff from NY Laguardia all your favorite ethnic foods in- Airport. Fred is also author of the cluding potato pancakes, pierogi book: “Flight of Faith: My Mirahaluski, piggies and homemade cle on the Hudson”. For more information, contact Ed Niewinski soup. Nativity of Our Lord Parish at 287-4670.

St Joseph Marello

William St., Pittston There will be one Mass only during the week: Monday to Friday at 11:30 a.m. Saturday Evening: 4 and 7 p.m. Sunday: 8, 9:30, 11 a.m. Beginning on Sunday, Sept. 23, the Sunday Mass time will change from 11 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. Novenas: Every Tuesday after 11:30 a.m. Masses novena to the Miraculous Medal and Mother Cabrini. Every Wednesday after 11:30 a.m. Masses novena to Saint Joseph & St. Joseph Marello Every Tuesday at 7 p.m. there is a Holy Hour. The Rosary is recited 20 minutes before all week day Masses and weekend Masses. Classes for 5th and 6th graders will begin on Sunday, Sept. 23, at 8:45 a.m. Children will attend the 9:30 a.m. Mass. Any child who has some difficulties to follow this schedule, please call Terri Audi at 6543326 or Father Joe at the Rectory at 654-6902. Children who have received the Sacrament of Confirmation will have a special program beginning on Sunday, Oct. 14. High school students will have a special program beginning with the Advent Season. In Loving Memory: A marvelous way to pay tribute to a member of your family, living or deceased, is to make a donation to St. Joseph Marello Parish. Contact the rectory-654-6902. Anyone interested in renting the Parish Banquet Hall or Meeting Room should call Christine Silinskie, Hall Manager at 7048861 for details and/or a tour of the facility. A Nite at the Races sponsored by the men of the parish will be held on Saturday, Sept. 29, in the parish hall.

Corpus Christi Parish

Luzerne Ave., West Pittston Parish Cookbook Planning Meeting This small group of volunteers are in the early planning stages of creating a parish cookbook. “Designer” Bingo November 4 in ICC Hall. Enjoy bingo with a twist, bingo to win brand name prizes such as Coach, Vera Bradley, Silpada, Anthropology and more. Family Movie Night “The Three Stooges” Saturday, Sept. 29 at 7:00 p.m.in Immaculate Conception Church Hall or weather permitting the flick will be shown outdoors! No admission, free popcorn,

soft drinks and ice cream for all. Youth Group All students in 7th grade and older are encouraged and welcome to join. To sign up now visit our website www.corpuschristinepa.com. The group meets the first Sunday of each month from October to May at 6:00 p.m. in ICC hall. First meeting on Sunday, October 7. Youth Choir All children are welcome to join the Youth Choir. Directors, Mary Supey and Mary Ellen Gianuzzi will be starting practice in October. The Youth Choir will be singing at Family Masses on various Sundays at ICC and Holy Redeemer. The first Family Mass this year featuring our youth choir will be on Sunday, October 28 at 10:30 a.m. For more info call Mary Supey @ 654-8402.

Our Lady of the Eucharist

535 N Main Street, Pittston www.eucharist-pittston.org Mass Schedule Saturday Vigil: 4:00 p.m. Sunday: 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Daily Mass: 8:00 a.m. Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confessions) Saturday from 3:30 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. and by appointment School of Religious Education Classes for grades 1 – 6 will be held on Sunday mornings from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. We remind parents of their obligation to see that children attend weekly Religious Education classes. If you have any questions with regard to the program, please call Sister Mary Ann at 654-0263. Grades 5 and 6 from Religious Education classes will serve as leaders for the 10:30 Family Mass on September 30. A reception will follow in the parish hall for all parents and students, grades 1 through 6, Public and Private school. Reservation forms for the reception can be found at the back of the Church. Deadline for reservations is Monday, September 24. Scripture Study Scripture Study continues. There are two programs, one on Tuesday mornings from 8:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. and one on Tuesday evenings from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Both programs are held in the parish hall. Organizational Meeting for the Pittston Catholic Youth Group There will be an organization-

al meeting for the Pittston Catholic Youth Group today Sunday, September 23 from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. in the Religious Education Center at Our Lady of the Eucharist. All the young people of the parish community are invited to attend. Parish Pastoral Council There will be a meeting of the Parish Pastoral Council on Monday, September 24 at 7:00 p.m. in the ReligiousEducationCenter. Choir Rehearsals Choir rehearsals will be held on Wednesday evenings from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. beginning this Wednesday, September 26. New members are always welcome. If this is your first time joining the choir, please call Michael Sowa at 655-1419 so that a music binder can be prepared for you.

Sacred Heart of Jesus

Lackawanna Ave., Dupont This week’s mass schedule: Monday through Friday at 7:00 a.m., Saturday at 4:00 p.m. and Sunday at 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. (Note that there is no 7:30 a.m. mass on Saturday.) Choir rehearsal will be held on Thursday, Sept. 27 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the choir loft. New members are welcome. The annual Holy Name Society Ziti Dinner will take place on Saturday, September 29 in the church hall. Take-outs are from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Dinners will be served from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. The cost for dinner tickets is $7.00 for adults and $3.00 for children under age 12. Tickets can be obtained from any Society member or at the parish rectory office. Set-up will take place o Satuday, Sept. 29 at 8 a.m. Confirmation students, grade 5 and up could come and help the day of the dinner, Sept. 29 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Please sign up in the church lobby or call the rectory at 654-3713. The first CCD class of this school year will be on Monday, September 24. All students are to meet in the church at 6:00 p.m. From there, they will process to their classrooms with their teacher. Dismissal will take place at 7:15 p.m. into the courtyard between the school and the rectory. Parents of Confirmation students will meet on October 15 at 6:00 p.m. The CCD program is looking for adult volunteers to be classroom aides, substitute teachers or helping with phone calls and special projects. If you are interested in helping out, call Elaine

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Starinski at 65406957. Cemetery Sunday will be observed on Sunday, October 28. Adult Bible Studywill continue on Wed., Sept. 26, at 7:00 p.m. in the lower level meeting room of the rectory.The class meets every other Wednesday now thru the Advent season.The Bible Study will focus on the Gospel of Matthew. St. Barbara Parish

28 Memorial Avenue, Exeter Office Hours: Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Evenings, by appointment. Phone: 654-2103 Our Lady of Guadalupe The Knights of Columbus have embarked on a pilgrimage with Our Lady of Guadalupe, bearing her image from parish to parish, to spread her message and love. Her image was displayed in St. Anthony’s Church this weekend from Sept. 15 - 18. Monthly Movies The parish will begin having monthly movies held in the Parish Center beginning at 7:30 p.m., there is no charge for these movies and feel free to bring your own popcorn and drink. SaSaturday, Sept. 29: For Greater Glory. Saturday, Nov. 3: October Baby. Religious Education News Religious education classes for grades 1 through 8 will begin on Sunday, Sept. 23. Classes will begin promptly at 9 a.m. and finish at 10:15 a.m. Meetings for parents and teachers will be scheduled soon. Students must be registered to attend classes. Anyone not currently registered must do so immediately by dropping off the registration form and payment of $16 at the parish office. Anyone who is interested is welcome to assist. Contact Jim Rose at the parish office. St. John the Evangelist Parish Community

35 William Street Phone: 654-0053 Pittston. Sept. 23 - Knitting Ministry 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Sept 25 – Healing Hearts Bereavement Ministry 7 p.m. Baptismal Instruction will be held Tuesday, October 2 in the Parish Center 7 to 8 p.m. The Greater Pittston Food Pantry is sponsored by the Care and Concern Committee of St. John the Evangelist Parish. Anyone in need of food is asked to call 654-9923. Distribution of food is by appointment only. The Free Health Clinic is open at 5:30 p.m. every Wednesday in the former Seton Catholic High School, first come first serve. Greater Pittston Kids Closet celebrating its third anniversary provides new and gently used clothing. Hours are Wednesday from 9 to 11:30 a.m. and 5 to 7 p.m. The Closet always accepts donations of new and gently used clothing. St John’s Lutheran

7 Wood St., Pittston 570-655-2505, stjohnspittston@verizon.com Pastor John Castellani St Johns Lutheran Church Missouri Synod 7 Wood Street Pittston PA 18640 570-655-2505 stjohnspittston@verizon.com Sunday Service 9:30 a.m. Organist, Marcia Colleran Reader, Doris Mersincavage Aycolyte, Sarah Ciesla Greeter, Joe Mersincavage Ushers, Jim Fox and Richard Drummond The parish Prayer list goes out to Military personnel and their families. Robert Schumaker,Edna Hopkins,Karen Korney,Howard Weislogel,Al Palima, Margaret Borget,Stephen Oceanas,Nancy Dymond Hackett,Ray MorganEmalee Karhurka,Bobby Drummond, Lenoard Peterson, Gene Rooney,Charles Barone, Mike & Jodie Farrell, and Barb Mizenko,

The Women's Association of the First United Presbyterian Church, corner of Exeter Avenue and Warren Street, West Pittston will hold its annual rummage sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 6 in the church dining room of St. Cecilia's Church, 1700 Wyoming Ave., Exeter. 'Bag Day' will start at 1 p.m. Coffee and cake will be available at the snack bar. From left, first row, are Joan Tilley, Andrea Polak holding Ava Kizis, Linda Houck, Jan Thyren, Edith Todd. Standing, April Harding, Sharon Weber, Shirley Todd, Marge Rosa, Pat Malone, Carolyn Humphrey, Dorothy Klaproth, Fern Klaproth Sally Willoughby and Daria Klaproth.

Shut ins Mary Agnes Mangle, Ted Burkel,Donna Capobianco, Elaine Proietto,Donna Bobbounie and Gladys Bowman During last week Service installation of the officers and members Altar Guild also the rededication of communion trays in honor of Barbs Laurie Mom Winnie Nill was held. Council Meeting meets Oct. 1 at 6:30 p.m. Aluminum cans, preferably crushed, are still being collected for the Church. Jim Fox and Bob Schumaker are spearheading this project. Please leave them a message. Remaining acolyte Schedule for September 30, Emily Goyne Speaking of recycling LWML are saving postage stamps for missions. Please leave a 1/4 inch around the stamp. For every pound of stamps one bible is printed and shipped into the Mission Field. Leave a message Sharleen Palamia.

cepts and recognizes him as a suitable candidate for the Order of Deacon. These men will begin the second year of the five-year formation program. Upon completion, they will be ordained as permanent deacons in 2015. HARVEST TEA When: October 10, 2012 Time: 7:00pm until ??. Cost $10.00 Everyone is welcome! This fun-filled evening is a fundraiser for the Monsignor Gray Merit Award which is presented each year to a deserving senior from our parish.

St. John’s P.M. Church

St. Monica’s Church

St. Mary’s Polish National Catholic Church

200 Stephenson St. Duryea Rev. Fr. Carmen G. Bolock, Pastor Phone: 457-2291 Email: padre@saintmaryspncc.org Website: saintmaryspncc.org Holy Mass: Sunday 9:30 a.m. Weekdays: 8 a.m. Holy Days: 8 a.m. & 7 p.m.

363 West 8th Street, West 316 Main St., Avoca Wyoming, PA 18644 Pastor Rich Rock Office Hours - 9:00 a.m. to 570-457-8281 4:30 p.m., Mon. – Fri. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. Phone: 570-693-1991 Holy Communion the first Email: olos363@verizon.net Sunday of every month www.stmonicanepa.com. Bible Study every Wednesday Father Leo McKernan, Pastor 6:00-7:30 p.m. Mr. William Jenkins, Deacon St. Maria Goretti Mass Schedule Saturday Vigil: 4 p.m. OLOS Laflin Road, Laflin, PA. 18702 Sunday: 8:30 a.m. STJ; 11 a.m. Pastor: Monsignor Neil Van OLOS Loon New Daily Mass Schedule: 42redwood@comcast.net www.stmariagoretti-laflin.org Daily Mass at OLOS – Tues, 2012 - 2013 C.C.D. PRO- Wed., Fri. – 7:00 a.m. (Except 1st Friday – 7:00 p.m.); Mon. – 6:30 GRAM Elementary school children p.m. and Thurs. – 7:00 p.m. Miraculous Medal Novena – attend Religious Education Classes on Sunday morning after Monday Evening Mass Bible Study – Has resumed on 9:30-10:45 a.m. Next Sunday, September 30, Thursday evenings at 7:30 p.m. will be the first Children’s Litur- (after the 7:00 p.m. Mass.) We gy of the year at the 11:00 a.m. will be exploring the Living Word of God in Genesis & The Mass. The 8th Grade students will be Torah. Each week we will reflect directly participating in this on the teachings of the first five Mass. However, we encourage books of the Bible and draw out wisdom on how to understand all our students to attend. Among the 18 men who are in and live God’s Word. Come and formation to serve as permanent join us! The evening ends with deacons for the Diocese of Sung Compline (Night Prayer of Scranton is parishioner, Michael the Church) at 8:45 p.m. Bring your Bible if you have one. A S. Imbrogno. The Most Rev. Joseph C. limited number of Bibles is Bambera, D.D., J.C.L., Bishop of available. Youth Council: will meet on Scranton, will celebrate the Rite of Candidacy during the 10:00 Monday, September 24th at 7:00 a.m. Mass in St. Peter’s Cathe- p.m. in the Parish Rectory. 36th Annual Rosary Rally: Todral on September 30. In this public ceremony, after day the Wyoming Valley having completed his aspirancy Knights of Columbus Plan Rosyear of vocational discernment, ary Rally – Sunday, September along with introductory studies 23rd. St. Elizabeth Ann Seton of Scripture, Church history and Parish at Holy Trinity Church, the spiritual life, each aspirant 116 Hughes Street, Swoyersville now declares his formal inten- will host this years’ Rosary Raltion to pursue ordination to the ly. The theme is “Praying for Our Country.” The Rosary procesdiaconate. The Church, then, in the per- sion will begin at 2:15 p.m. from son of the presiding Bishop, ac- the American Legion grounds at

259 Shoemaker St., Swoyersville and process to Holy Trinity Church where Marian Devotions will begin at 3:00 p.m. Mass will follow with John M. Dougherty Auxiliary Bishop Emeritus serving as principal celebrant and homilist. October Events at St. Monica Parish Dinner and a Movie Night: Saturday, October 6 after the Vigil Mass (4:00 p.m.) at St. Monica’s Parish at O.L.O.S. site at 363 W. 8th St., West Wyoming, Pa. at 5:30 p.m. with the movie “October Baby” sponsored by our Parish and the Guardian of the Redeemer Catholic Men’s Fellowship. All are welcome and if you would like to bring a covered dish to share it would be appreciated. For more information call Father McKernan at 693-1991 or email at monicaww@verizon.net. Men’s Communion Breakfast: Saturday, October 27th the men of the Parish will hold a Communion Breakfast (Father’s bring your sons.) Mass will be at 8:00 a.m. followed by a breakfast and conference on “The Year of Faith” with Father David Cramer as keynote speaker. There is no charge for the affair but a free will offering will be asked. For more information call Father McKernan at 693-1991 or email at monicaww@verizon.net.

For more information, contact Lori Ostrowski at 457-8840. The buildings and grounds committee will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 24 in the rectory. Parishioners are currently selling the harvest edition of their “Pot of Gold Match the Daily Number” raffle tickets. For just $10 per ticket, you will have a chance to win $75 daily and $100 on Fridays throughout October. There will also be $250 prizes on Oct. 1 and 10 and $1,000 on Halloween. The winning number is based on the evening daily number of the Pennsylvania Lottery. To purchase a ticket, call the rectory at 457-3412, and it will be mailed to you. The parish pastoral council will have an all-parish meeting at 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 6 in St. Mary’s School auditorium, 742 Spring St. Various committee members will give presentations at this time to discuss the parish’s status and future direction. Pizza and refreshments will be served at 5:30 p.m. The Women’s Guild will sponsor its annual Harvest Tea from 1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 21in St. Mary’s School auditorium, 742 Spring St. Tickets for the tea are $10 per person. For more information or to reserve a table, contact Jane Maxwell at 335-8678 or Patricia Kwiatkowski at 457-7117.

St. Peter’s Evangelical Lutheran Church

Second Presbyterian

100 Rock Street, Hughestown Stpeters_elc@yahoo.com 654-1009 Worship Service Sunday 9 a.m. Handicapped accessible, all are welcome As of Sept. 9 Sunday School at 9 a.m., Worship Service at 10 a.m. Confirmation classes will be starting, if you are in 7th or 8th Grade please call Pam Hanczyc @ 313-2829 to register. Queen of the Apostles Parish

715 Hawthorne St. (570) 457-3412 stmarysavoca@verizon.net www.stmaryavoca.4lpi.com Queen of the Apostles Parish’s junior choir will resume practices following the 9:30 a.m. Mass today, Sept. 23 at the church, 715 Hawthorne St. New members are always welcome. The junior choir is under the direction of Debbie Brady and Veronica Yuschovitz. The youth group will meet today, Sept. 23. New members are always welcome.

143 Parsonage St., Pittston 654-1411 Sunday, Sept. 16, 9:30 a.m., Sunday School 11:00 a.m. - Worship Trinity Episcopal Church

Spring Street and Montgomery Avenue, West Pittston Parish Mission: “To live and build holy community.” All welcome: Worldwide Anglican Communion “We believe in one holy, Catholic apostolic church.” Web of information and links at www.trinityepiscopalchurchwestpittston.org and www.diobeth.org. Sunday Holy Eucharist: 11 a.m. every Sunday. Food Pantry: September items needed are pastas and sauces. Gerrity’s gift cards, cash donations and other non-perishable foods also accepted. Prayernetwork. Open To Public. Daily prayer for those with needs requesting prayerful support. Start Prayernetwork at parish office 654-3261. Youth Program: 10:45 a.m. ev-

ery Sunday. Weekday special events and service projects as announced. Faith Forum for Adults: Enrichment for adults seeking spiritual renewal and opportunities for ministry and volunteerism. Parish Life Events Team: Bimonthly first Sundays. Parish Council: Every second Sunday. Women of Trinity: Every third Sunday. WOT Ministry Invitation. The Women of Trinity have undertaken a ministry to help support Good Shepherd Episcopal Church of Scranton in their outreach to the homeless of the region. Each month after enjoying a home cooked meal at Good Shepherd all who have needs may “shop” for necessities like clothing, shoes, and toiletries in a store-like setting in the church’s refurbished basement of donated items. The Woman of Trinity has supported this ministry by delivering donations of clothing, new undergarments and socks and toiletries to the Scranton church. WOT will continue to collect trial size and hotel toiletries and invites the parish community to join with them in helping the less fortunate. Donations of trial size and sample size toiletries are welcome. Party and Banquet Space. Newly renovated banquet room and kitchen. All Day Rental $100. Reservations at 654-3261. Music Together Classes: Fun and music for infants and children through age five accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Visit www.musictogether.com for information on Music Together. Next semester starts Sept. 25. For registration information call 654-3261. United Methodist Church

Corner of Broad & Church Sts. Pittston Rev. Susan Hardman-Zimmerman United Methodist ChurchPittston Corner of Broad & Church Sts. Rev.Susan Hardman-Zimmerman Sunday Worship Service 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Holy Communion: 1st Sunday each month Choir Rehearsal: Thursday’s at 7 p.m. unlesstold otherwise United Methodist Women: 2ndMonday unless told otherwise Websitewww.umcpittston.org Phone 655-4340 leave message On Wednesday, September 26, there will be an Ad. Council meeting at 7 p.m. -- all members of the church are welcomed and encouraged to attend. Family Style Roast Chicken Dinner Saturday, October 27 from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. - Tickets are $9 for Adults - $4.50 for children under 10. Dinner includes 1/2 roast chicken - family style - mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, pepper hash, cranberry sauce, dessert and beverage. For ticketscall603-1915 or 332-9156; leave a message if no answer. Advanced tickets are recommended and only a limited number of tickets will be available at the door. Bus trip to Dutch Apple Dinner Theater in Lancaster on Thursday, November 29 to see "A Swingin’ Christmas". The show provides beautiful singing, breath-taking dancing, gorgeous costumes, rib-tickling fun and a commitment to the real meaning of the holiday. Price of the trip is $80 which includes a buffet dinner, bus seat, show ticket and bus driver tip. A $40 payment is required with reservations and the balance is due by October 15. For additional information or to make a reservation call 6542310 or 654-8775. The trip is being sponsored by the Women’sGroup of the United Methodist Church Pittston.

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Convertible with 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

Boat? Car? Truck? Motorcycle? Airplane? Whatever it is, sell it with a Classified ad. 570-829-7130

421 310

Attorney Services

DIVORCE No Fault $295 divorce295.com Atty. Kurlancheek 800-324-9748 W-B

CALL US! TO JUNK YOUR CAR

Free Bankruptcy Consultation Payment plans. Carol Baltimore 570-822-1959

BEST PRICES IN THE AREA CA$H ON THE $POT, Free Anytime Pickup 570-301-3602

Found

FOUND fEMALE CAT. Blonde and white, no collar. Very loving, great temperament. Found in Harding 570-430-0123

Let the Community Know! Place your Classified Ad TODAY! 570-829-7130

135

Autos under $5000

412 Autos for Sale

570-301-3602

120

409

406

ATVs/Dune Buggies

HAWK 2011 UTILITY ATV

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

Legals/ Public Notices

LEGAL NOTICE 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

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to the provisions of the act of December 16, 1982, P.L. 1309, 54 P.A. C.S.A. §311, that Computer Visionaries, Inc. has on July 31, 2012, filed with the Office of the Secretary of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania at Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, an application to conduct business under the assumed or the fictitious name of CVI PROTECTIVE SERVICES. Said business has an address at 1075 Oak Street, Pittston, Luzerne County Pennsylvania, 18640 and has been approved on August 20, 2012. SAPORITO, SAPORITO & FALCONE Joseph F. Saporito, Jr., Esq. Suite 202 490 N. Main St. Pittston, PA 18640

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

548 Medical/Health

TOMAHAWK`11

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

WANTED!

570-301-3602

automatic. 52k original miles. $1500. OBO 570-899-1896

TOYOTA `03 HIGHLANDER White. Original Owner. Garage kept. Excellent condition. $10,300. Neg.

Full time.

570-677-3892

RN Supervisor

TOYOTA ‘04 CELICA GT

Full time. 11p.m.-7:30 a.m. shift. Long term care experience and BSN preferred. Supervisory and/or management experience required. Excellent wage and benefit package. Contact Colleen Knight:

Jewish Home of Eastern PA 1101 Vine Street Scranton, PA 18510

Phone: 344-6177, ext.140/Fax: 344-6859

Or email: cknight2@frontier.com EOE

566 Sales/Business Development

Residential Security Sales Professionals Bradford, Tioga, Lycoming, Susquehanna, and Luzerne Counties Solicit new business opportunities through cold calling and generating leads, prepare proposals and presentation and meet revenue goals. Must have a minimum 2 years prior outside sales experience and be proficient in Microsoft Office software- Excel, Word and Power Point. Vector Security offers a complete sales training program, competitive base salary and commission plan, along with a complete benefits program. Pre-employment drug testing required along with background and driving record checks. Residential Sales Manager

Vector Security 23 Casey Avenue; Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702 Fax: 570-824-3899 Email: Imtempesta@vectorsecurity.com EOE

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

427

Commercial Trucks & Equipment

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

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

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

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

439 Motorcycles ALL JUNK HARLEY ‘10 DAVIDSON SPORTSTER CUSTOM CARS! CA$H PAID

MERCURY `79 ZEPHYR 6 cylinder

RN Unit Manager

Boats & Marinas

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

LINEUP ASUCCESSFULSALE INCLASSIFIED! Doyouneedmorespace? A yard or garage sale in classified is the best way tocleanoutyourclosets! You’re in bussiness with classified!

415 Autos-Antique & Classic

CHEVY ‘30 HOTROD COUPE $47,000

GREAT DEALS! MERCEDES ‘29

Kit Car $5,500 OR TRADE JUST REDUCED (570) 655-4884

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

Loud pipes. Near Mint 174 miles - yes, One hundred and seventy four miles on the clock, original owner. $8000. 570-876-2816

566 Sales/Business Development

439

Motorcycles

HONDA ‘05 750 SHADOW Windshield, saddle-

bags & new battery. 2,190 Miles Garage Kept. Asking $4500. 570-430-3041

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

451

Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

or/exterior, start/ stop engine with keyless entry, heated seats, 18” alloy wheels, many extra features. Only Low Miles. 10 year, 100,000 mile warranty. $22,500. Willing to negotiate. Serious inquires only - must sell, going to law school. (570) 793-6844

Too many options to list. Runs & looks excellent. $10,995 570-655-6132 or 570-466-8824

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

Doyouneedmorespace? A yard or garage sale in classified is the best way tocleanoutyourclosets! You’re in bussiness 442 RVs & Campers with classified!

FOREST RIVER`08 5TH WHEEL

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

451

460 AUTOMOTIVE Trucks/ SERVICE SUVs/Vans DIRECTORY

FORD ‘02 EXPLORER

Red, XLT, Original non-smoking owner, garaged, synthetic oil since new, excellent in and out. New tires and battery. 90,000 miles. $7,500 (570) 403-3016

Shopping for a new apartment? Classified lets you compare costs without hassle or worry! Get moving with classified!

Logistics/ Transportation

548 Medical/Health

MITSUBISHI `11

OUTLANDER SPORT SE AWD, Black interi-

NISSAN `04 PATHFINDER ARMADA Excellent condition.

YAMAHA ‘97 ROYALSTAR 1300

542

468

Auto Parts

LEASING CONSULTANT/ RESIDENT COORDINATOR

Local apartment community is looking for a friendly and energetic person to join our team. Applicants must be detail oriented, dependable, & capable of working independently. Candidates should be familiar in an office setting, be proficient in Microsoft products, and possess exceptional customer service/ people skills. This position offers competitive pay with benefits. The position may have occasional evening and weekends. Opportunity for a new and exciting career for the right individual. (Bilingual a plus) Please send resume to: EagleRidge01 @comcast.net or mail to Eagle Ridge, Attn: Property Manager 9 Beverly Drive, Edwardsville, PA 18704. EOE

518 Customer Support/Client Care

All Junk Cars & Trucks Wanted Highest Prices Paid In CA$H

LAND ROVER ‘97 DISCOVERY inspected runs well $1800. RANGE ROVER ‘95 CLASSIC runs well not inspected $1500.

FREE PICKUP

570-239-4163 or 570-675-9847 leave message

570-574-1275

566 Sales/Business Development

YOUR CAREER. REINVENTED. Picture a new kind of future – one where you can make an impact, not just a living. Train for a career in insurance and financial product sales with The Prudential Insurance Company of America’s Financial Professional Program. You’ll learn hands-on from seasoned professionals, in the classroom and the field. And you’ll get the support you need to prepare for required licensing exams. All while receiving a generous compensation and benefits package. After your training period, you’ll have a world of opportunities – including the chance to lead your own practice. Want to make an exciting career change? If you have a strong interest in financial sales, email your resume or call me today. Lisa Hummel Agency Recruiter 32 Scranton Office Park Scranton, PA 18507 Phone 570-340-7052 Fax 570-340-7063 www.applicationstation.com Code: PRUDWB_2R Lisa.Hummel@Prudential.com

CUSTOMER SERVICE/ DATADENTRY S D ISCOUNT

ANCE

PLY, FORTY FORT, PA. Daily tasks will include, responding to inquiries, solving customer issues as well as placing orders for shipments, and handling daily reports.

Qualifications: Basic internet experience, Microsoft office programs, excellent written and verbal communication, reliable, and must pass background check. Pay: $10/hour Send resumes to: mcollosi@ discountdance.com

533

DEDICATED POSITIONS

$1000.00 Sign-On Bonus Guarantee $875.00 Pay for first 12 weeks Premier Transportation is looking to add drivers to its operation to run freight in to and out of Pittston, PA, running no touch/drop and hook freight to points in the midwest. If you’re a Class A CDL driver, then this is the call to make. This position also comes with a complete compensation package with mileage pay, drop & hook pay, insurances, vacations, holidays. In addition, pay is offered for clean compliance inspections, monthly safety bonus, above stated sign-on bonus and a $1000.00 longevity bonus which is paid annually. For addition information, please call Bob @ 877-542-7949 or apply online at: www.premier transportation.com “Recruiting.” EOE

548 Medical/Health

DENTAL HYGIENIST Full time position. Full benefits. Call 570-822-3040

Line up a place to live in classified!

FULL TIME PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT for busy walk in

family practice for both Berwick and Hazleton locations. Bilingual a plus. Please forward resumes to: alleymed@pa. metrocast.net or Fax: 570-759-1642

Production/ Operations

AEP Industries, Inc., a leading supplier of flexible packaging has immediate openings for

DRIVERS

506 Administrative/ Clerical

554

ANESTHESIA

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist Jersey Shore Hospital is seeking qualified applicants interested in a full-time position as a CRNA. The position will be Monday through Friday with evening/ weekend call. Surgical cases performed include general surgery, orthopedic, & endoscopy. Graduation from an AANA accredited Nurse Anesthesia program required; successful completion of the AANA certification examination required. Please apply online at www.jsh.org or send resumes to: Human Resources Jersey Shore Hospital 1020 Thompson St Jersey Shore, PA 17740 or fax: 570-398-1381 AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Looking for that special place called home? Classified will address Your needs. Open the door with classified!

551

Other

MACHINE OPERATORS Starting at $ 9/hour – PLUS .50¢ /hour night shift differential; Working Fulltime 12 hours shifts alternating 3 & 4 day work weeks. Every other weekend a must. As a Machine Operator you will remove, inspect, and pack finish product to specifications. You must be able to do some heavy lifting, know how to use a tape measure and scale, and be a TEAM PLAYER. Previous manufacturing experience preferred. Benefit Package includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Vacation, Holiday pay Applications accepted daily @ AEP INDUSTRIES, INC. 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. 20 Elmwood Ave Crestwood Industrial Park Mountaintop, PA 18707 Email: grullony@ aepinc.com EOE * A drug free workplace

Find Something? Lose Something? Get it back where it belongs with a Lost/Found ad! 570-829-7130

551

Other

COURTHOUSE SEARCHER/ABSTRACTOR United One Resources is seeking a full time Courthouse Searcher/Abstractor. The successful candidate must have previous courthouse searching experience including current owner and/or full 60 year searches, be conscientious with an attention to detail, utilize good judgment, ability to work independently, and manage time efficiently. We offer medical, dental, short and long term disability, life insurance, paid time off and a 401(K) match.

For consideration, forward your resume to: iwanttowork@unitedoneresources.com EOE M/F/D/V

250 General Auction

412 Autos for Sale

Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair

SALES & INSTALLATION go Mobility

2 in Pittston is looking for a great Sales & Installation person. The mobility products industry is growing and our business is booming. All Sales leads are provided, office, phone, company pickup, Cell phone and insurances. For immediate consideration. Send your resume to: tommy@ 2gomobility.com

LINE UP A GREAT DEAL... IN CLASSIFIED! The Prudential Insurance Company of America, Newark, New Jersey and its afﬁliates are Equal Opportunity/Afﬁrmative Action Employers and are committed to diversity in its workforce. Prudential is an employer that participates in E-Verify. Prudential, the Prudential logo and the Rock symbol are service marks of Prudential Financial, Inc. and its related entities.

0204417-00001-00 Ed. 7/2011

542

Logistics/ Transportation

542

Logistics/ Transportation

542

Logistics/ Transportation

Looking for the right deal on an automobile? Turn to classified. It’s a showroom in print! Classified’s got the directions!

536

IT/Software Development

Growth Creates Opportunity...Start A New Career! Hiring Experienced Forklift Operators $12.25 hourly, after completion of 90 day probation period. ***STRAIGHT DAY SHIFT OR NIGHT SHIFT (12 hour shifts ave. 42 hours per week) ***75 cent night shift pay differential offered. ***Pay increase based on skill development. Take charge...LEARN AND EARN!

MUST HAVE 1 YEAR FULL TIME EXPERIENCE Skills Required: • High School Diploma/GED • Computer Skills • Valid Driver’s License • Criminal Background Check • Pass Pre-Employment Drug Screen & Physical *Mehoopany Location * Beneﬁts Available *

JOB FAIR!

EVERY THURSDAY 12-4, EXCEPT FOR SEPTEMBER 20 WHICH IS 1-4

Interested Applicants can Apply Online at www.XLCServices.com. Interviews scheduled Monday thru Friday. Call 800-472-1013 or walk-ins welcome at Job Fairs.

IT ADMINISTRATOR/ BROADCAST ENGINEER FOX56, CW and My Network TV is searching for an IT Administrator/Broad cast Engineer. This person will be responsible for the technology necessary to distribute the stations’ broadcast signals and content as well as the general office network, studio and live production activities. The ideal candidate will have a broad base of technical skills as well as strong communication and organization skills. Previous broadcast experience is preferred. Apply on-line at

www.myfoxnepa.com

EOE Drug Free Workplace

780013

150 Special Notices

CIACAR USA

Quality Service for 20 Years

The Best Choice for the Best Price

Diagnostics Oil Changes Brakes Suspension

Hablamos Espanol

Electrical State Inspection Emissions Safety Checks

LARGE SELECTION OF 4 CYLINDER GAS SAVERS Honda • Hyundai • Nissan • Kia • Toyota

CALL TODAY

5703431140

1301 CEDAR AVE • SCRANTON, PA 18505

PAGE 9 SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2012

SUNDAY DISPATCH

w w w. M a t t B u r n e H o n d a . c o m

2012 HONDA ACCORD LX

$0 DOWN PAYMENT

MPG

34 HWY

4 dr, Auto Trans, AC, PW, PL, Cruise, ABS, 6 Air Bags, Tilt, Keyless Entry, AM/FM/CD, Model #CP2F3CEW

219

$219 Lease Per Mo. For 36 Months through AHFC. $0 Down Payment. 1st Payment and tags due at delivery. Residual $12,457.80.

Thank You To Our Customers APR FINANCING NOW AVAILABLE!

.9%

2012 HONDA CIVIC LX SEDAN

$0 DOWN PAYMENT

MPG 28 City 39 HWY

• Model #FB2F5CEW • 140-hp 16-Valve SOHC i-VTEC® • 5-Speed Automatic Transmission • Air Conditioning with Air-Filtration System • Power Windows/Locks/Mirrors • Cruise Control • Remote Entry • 160-Watt AM/FM/CD Audio System with 4 Speakers • ABS • Dual-Stage, Multiple-Threshold Front Airbags (SRS) • Front Side Airbags with Passenger-Side Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) • Side Curtain Airbags ***Lease ease 36 Months through ahfc. ahfc $0 Down Payment. Payment

199

* ** Per Mo Mo. L ease Lease

1st payment and tags due at delivery. Residual $11,757.00

*On select models to qualiﬁed buyers for limited term.

2012 HONDA ODYSSEY EX

2012 HONDA CR-V EX

$0 DOWN PAYMENT

MPG 18 City 27 HWY

MPG 22 City 30 HWY

• Model #RL5H4CEW • 248-hp, 3.5-Liter, 24-Valve, SOHC i-VTEC® VTEC® V-6 Engine • 5-Speed Automatic Transmission mission h Trac• Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) with m (ABS) tion Control • Anti-Lock Braking System • Driver’s Seat with 10-Way Power Adjustment, ustment, including Power Lumbar Support • Power wer Sliding Doors • 17” Alloy Wheels • 229-Watt att AM/ FM/CD Audio System with 7 Speakers including Subwoofer • 2GB CD-Library • Bluetooth® etooth® HandsFreeLink • USB Audio Interface • Exterior Temperature Indicator • Multi-Function 2nd-Row Center Seat • Three-Row Side Curtain Airbags with Rollover Sensor • Front Side Airbags with Passenger-Side Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) • Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control System with Humidity Control and Air Filtration • One-Motion 60/40 Split ****Lease Lease 3rd-Row Magic Seat®

299

• Model RM4H5CJW • 185-hp • 2.4-Liter, 16-Valve SOHC i-VTEC® 4-Cylinder Engine • Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control System™ • Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) with Traction Control • Automatic Transmission • Cruise Control • A/C • One-Touch Power Moonroof with Tilt Feature • Remote Entry System • Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® • Multi-angle rearview camera with guidelines • 160-Watt AM/FM/CD Audio System with 6 Speakers • Bluetooth® Streaming Audio • Pandora® Internet Radio compatibility • SMS Text Message Function • USB Audio Interface • Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) • Dual-Stage, Multiple-Threshold Front Airbags (SRS) • Front Side Airbags with Passenger-Side Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) • Side Curtain Airbags with Rollover Sensor

* Per ***Mo. L ease Lease

36 Months through ahfc ahfc. $0 Down Payment Payment. 1st payment and tags due at delivery. Residual $18,174.80

IN STOCK!

LEASES BASED ON APPROVED CREDIT TIER 1 THRU AHFC. MILEAGE BASED ON 2012 EPA MILEAGE ESTIMATES. USE FOR COMPARISON PURPOSES ONLY. DO NOT COMPARE TO MODELS BEFORE 2008. YOUR ACTUAL MILEAGE WILL VARY DEPENDING ON HOW YOU DRIVE AND MAINTAIN YOUR VEHICLE. OFFERS EXPIRE 10/31/2012

MATT BURNE HONDA PRE-OWNED CENTER

MODEL YEAR CLEARANCE SALE! What You See Is What You Pay!

2.9% on Certiﬁed Accords

View Prices at www.mattburnehonda.com

Call: 1-800-NEXTHONDA

‘S 02 HONDA ACCORD LX-V6 SDN

04 BUICK RENDEZVOUS CL AWD

Gold, 88K

Gold, 76K

Now

$7,950

Now

$8,500

03 TOYOTA COROLLA LE SEDAN

06 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS SDN

Silver, 37K

Silver, 37K, Was $11,950

Now

$9,950

07 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER LS 4WD Silver, 68K, Was $12,500

Now

$11,500

06 HONDA ACCORD LX SEDAN Silver, 37K

Now

$13,950

05 HONDA CRV SE 4WD Gray, 23K

Now

$16,350

10 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN S 4 MOTION Silver, 17K, Was $20,950

Now

$19,500

Now

$10,500

07 FORD FUSION SEL SDN Black, 73K, Was $13,950

Now

$12,500

2.9% APR

ACCORDS 09 ACCORD LX SDN Gray, 36K ..........................NOW $14,950 09 ACCORD LXP SDN Silver, 37K ......................NOW $15,500 10 ACCORD LX SDN Silver, 31K .........................NOW $15,950 10 ACCORD LXP SDN Silver, 29K ......................NOW $16,500 09 ACCORD EX SDN Gold, 31K..........................NOW $16,750 08 ACCORD EXL NAVI SDN Red, 46K ..........NOW $16,950 10 ACCORD LX-P SDN White, 14K ....................NOW $16,950 11 ACCORD LX SDN 5 Speed, White, 17K..............NOW $17,250 08 ACCORD EXL V6 SDN Green, 52K .............NOW $17,500 09 ACCORD EXL V6 SDN Silver, 37K ..............NOW $17,950 10 ACCORD EX SDN Burgandy, 19K ....................NOW $18,500 10 ACCORD EXL SDN Burgandy, 30K .................NOW $18,950 10 ACCORD EXL V6 SDN Gray, 39K ...............NOW $18,950 11 ACCORD SE SDN Gray, 16K ..........................NOW $19,950 11 ACCORD EXL V-6 SDN Amber, 21K............NOW $22,950

08 MAZDA 3i SEDAN Gray, 20K

Now

CIVICS

$13,950 08 CIVIC EX SDN Silver, 48K................................NOW $13,950

09 CIVIC EX CPE Black, 40K ................................NOW $13,988 09 CIVIC HYBRID SDN Black, 37K....................NOW $14,500 10 CIVIC LX SDN Titanium, 36K ............................NOW $14,950 11 TOYOTA COROLLA 10 CIVIC LX CPE Gray, 19K..................................NOW $14,950 “S” SEDAN 10 CIVIC LX SDN White, 29K................................NOW $15,750 Red, 12K Now $16,950 10 CIVIC EXL SDN Silver, 57K.............................NOW $15,950 11 CIVIC LX SDN Titanium, 19K ............................NOW $15,950 10 CIVIC EX SDN Blue, 26K.................................NOW $16,500 10 CIVIC EX SDN Black, 25K................................NOW $16,500 12 CIVIC EXL SDN Gray, 11K ..............................NOW $19,999 10 TOYOTA CAMRY XLE SDN Black, 25K

Now

$19,500

10 10 11 10 10

ODYSSEY ODYSSEY ODYSSEY ODYSSEY ODYSSEY

ODYSSEY EX Slate, 24K .....................NOW $23,750 EX White, 33K ....................NOW $23,750 EXL-NAVI Red, 22K .......NOW $CALL EXL-DVD Slate, 33K ...NOW $24,950 EXL-DVD Slate, 24K ...NOW $25,950

07 CHRYSLER SEBRING TOURING Navy, 71K, Was $9,850

Now

$8,750

04 HYUNDAI SANTA FE 4WD White, 63K

Now

$9,850

HONDA PILOT 4WD 05 EXL, Gold, 104K

ELEMENT 4WD 09 ELEMENT EX Red, 53K ...................................NOW $16,950 10 ELEMENT EX Gray, 30K...................................NOW $21,500 10 ELEMENT EX Gray, 14K...................................NOW $22,950 07 KIA SORRENTO LX 4WD

RIDGELINE 4WD 09 RIDGELINE RTL Cherry, 33K ..........................NOW $26,950 11 RIDGELINE RTS Black, 19K ...........................NOW $26,950

09 11 11 11 11

08 08 07 07 08 11 08

PILOT PILOT PILOT PILOT PILOT

CRV CRV CRV CRV CRV CRV CRV

PILOT 4WD EX Silver, 58K ..........................................NOW $22,500 LX Gray, 37K............................................NOW $23,500 LX Silver, 17K...........................................NOW $24,750 EXL-DVD Cherry, 36K...........................NOW $28,500 EXL White, 17K .......................................NOW $28,950

CRV 4WD

Open Monday - Thursday 9-9 Friday & Saturday 9-5

Now

$13,500

06 HONDA ACCORD EX SDN White, 19K, Was $14,950

Now

$14,950

10 TOYOTA MATRIX S AWD

LX Silver, 60K ...............................................NOW $16,750 LX Green, 57K ..............................................NOW $16,750 EX Black, 52K...............................................NOW $16,750 EX White, 46K ..............................................NOW $16,950 EX White, 46K ..............................................NOW $17,750 LX Red, 6K ..................................................NOW $20,500 EXL Red, 18K .............................................NOW $20,750

*2.9% on Certified Accords thru Am Honda Finance W.A.C. up to 60 mos. Certified Hondas have 1 yr - 12k Basic Warranty & 7yr - 100k Powertrain from orig. inservice date.

Gold, 48K, Was $13,950

Gray, 23K, Was $18,950

Now

$16,950

07 DODGE DAKOTA SXT 4X4

$12,500

06 EXL, White, 56K

$15,950

JEEP GR. CHEROKEE LAREDO 4X4 08, Red, 80K 07, Red, 46K

$19,950

$13,500 $15,500

07 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 4WD Navy, 69K, Was $17,950

Now

$14,950

HONDA RIDGELINE 4WD 08 RTS, White, 87K 09 RTL, Silver, 93K

$17,500 $16,950

08 MERCEDES BENZ ML350 AWD White, 87K

Club Cab, Black, 26K

Now

$10,950

06 LX, Silver, 76K

Now

$22,500

1110 Wyoming Ave, Scranton, PA 1-800-NEXT-HONDA 570-341-1400

SUNDAY DISPATCH 554

Production/ Operations

MACHINIST Local food manufacturer seeks experienced machinist. Nardone Bros. 123 Hazle St. Wilkes Barre, PA. 18702 Fax Resume: 570-823-2581 Attn: Mario Nardone

744

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2012 PAGE 10 Furniture & Accessories

CHAIRS, (2) Genuine leather, custom made recliners. Taupe color, like new. $550 each. SOFA, CHAIR, OTTOMAN, 3 TABLES, great for den. Wood and cloth, all in excellent condition. $450. Call after 12 noon 570-675-5046

750

Jewelry

ENGAGEMENT RING

METAL FABRICATION SHOP FOREMAN (M/F) Ability to supervise and coordinate all metal fabrication for space and commercial projects, including labor, materials, and scheduling. Design and fabricate intricate and irregular jigs and fixtures as necessary. Adheres to proper codes and standards. Must have a minimum of 15+ years of general metal/welding experience.

CNC SETUP/ OPERATOR’S with ability to setup

and run CNC, this includes changing tooling, ability to factor feed rates using the latest tooling technology. Must have setup experience. Only applicants with experience need to apply, no trainees or key punchers. Send Resume via email to:

asfabricating@gmail.com 566

Sales/Retail/ Business Development

for sale, asking $975. 14K yellow gold, 0.54 ct round center stone. Band has 24 small round channel-set diamonds, in two rows of 12 diamonds each. Appraised for $3,000. Serious inquiries only, please call 570814-7614 or email aykbutterfly@ gmail.com

758 Miscellaneous GARAGE SALE LEFTOVER ITEMS Country side corn burn stove $600. Shopsmith with accessories $400. Country Hutch with table, 6 chairs $300. Microwave cabinet 68x30 $100. Foley saw equipment 6 pieces, many extras, reasonable offer. Sony Recorder extras 430. Old maple high chair $50. End table $20. Brass display 56x80x12 5 glass shelves $100. Excalibur blade $72032708 $50. 570-333-4187

570-301-3602

CALL US! TO JUNK YOUR CAR

815

Dogs

906 Homes for Sale

EXETER

LAFLIN $129,900

TUNKHANNOCK AREA 3 bedroom home,

GOLDEN RETRIEVER PUPPIES 12 weeks old. Reduced to $450. 570-899-2746

900 REAL ESTATE FOR SALE 906 Homes for Sale Having trouble paying your mortgage? Falling behind on your payments? You may get mail from people who promise to forestall your foreclosure for a fee in advance. Report them to the Federal Trade Commission, the nation’s consumer protection agency. Call 1-877FTC-HELP or click on ftc.gov. A message from The Times Leader and the FTC.

EDWARDSVILLE 25 Tobin Lane Well maintained 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bath home on a quiet street. 3 car garage. Gas heat, nicely landscaped fenced in yard. forsalebyowner. com $92,000 call 570-288-0590

Beautifully remodeled 3 bedroom home in mint meticulous condition, with 2 full baths, and a 2 car garage, hardwood floors, tile floors, exterior composite wood deck, fully finished lower level family room, large closets, upgraded kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, gas heat, excellent neighborhood. $174,900 Bob Stackhouse 654-1490

HANOVER TWP.

New Construction. Lot #2, Fairway Estates. 2,700 square feet, tile & hardwood on 1st floor. Cherry cabinets with center island. $399,500. For more details: patrickdeats.com 570-696-1041 HUNLOCK CREEK

HUNTING/FISHING RETREAT

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

CMS East, Inc. is one of the largest family owned and operated cemetery corporations in the country. We are looking for experienced sales people to service new & existing accounts. If you’re looking for a career, rather than a job, please call Monday-Friday, 675-3283 for an appointment. www.CMSEast.com

Company Expanding

Former experienced agents, Primerica, Aflac, and Edward Jones welcomed. New top level positions opening up. No monthly quotas. 570-574-9933

Find Your Ideal Employee! Place an ad and end the search! 570-829-7130 ask for an employment specialist

ON THE

786 Toys & Games TOY TRAIN TABLE wIth battery operated Thomas trains & tracks. $75. 570-574-8655

796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise

BUYING SPORT CARDS Pay Cash for

baseball, football, basketball, hockey & non-sports. Sets, singles & wax. Also buying comics. 570-212-0398 SELL YOUR SILVER! Buying silver dollars for $16, silver quarters for $3 & silver dimes for $1.20. Also, buying silver eagles for $20. Call 570-332-5494 & leave message. dmodlesky@ yahoo.com

Looking for the right deal on an automobile? Turn to classified. It’s a showroom in print! Classified’s got the directions!

600 FINANCIAL

800 PETS & ANIMALS

630 Money To Loan

815

“We can erase your bad credit 100% GUARANTEED.” Attorneys for the Federal Trade Commission say they’ve never seen a legitimate credit repair operation. No one can legally remove accurate and timely information from your credit report. It’s a process that starts with you and involves time and a conscious effort to pay your debts. Learn about managing credit and debt at ftc. gov/credit. A message from The Times Leader and the FTC.

700 MERCHANDISE 702

Air Conditioners

AIR CONDITIONER, 10,000 BTU, Emerson. Good working condition, automatic shutoff $30. 570-824-3092

708

Antiques & Collectibles

“History of Luzerne County 1892” & “History of Luzerne & Lackawanna County & Wyoming 1786 to 1880”. $300 for both. 570-283-1233

726

Clothing

HELMET Youth snowmobile helmet with snowmobile pants size 5-6 $50. 570-574-8655

Dogs

PAWS

EXETER

ONE OF A KING

CONTRACTORS HOME! 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, huge family room, stone fireplace, stone bar, granite kitchen, dining room, office exercise room. BEAUTIFUL VIEW 2 ACRES $425,000 neg. shown by appt only 570 690-6245 EXETER

OPEN HOUSE Sunday 12pm-5pm

362 Susquehanna Avenue Completely remodeled, spectacular, 2 story Victorian home, with 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, new rear deck, full front porch, tiled baths & kitchen, granite countertops. All cherry hardwood floors throughout, all new stainless steel appliances & lighting. New oil furnace, washer/dryer in first floor bath. Great neighborhood, nice yard. $174,900 (30 year loan, $8,750 down, $887/month, 30 years @ 4.5%) NOT IN FLOOD 100% OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE Call Bob at 570-899-8877 570-654-1490

TO CONSIDER.... ENHANCE YOUR PET CLASSIFIED AD ONLINE Call 829-7130 Place your pet ad and provide us your email address This will create a seller account online and login information will be emailed to you from gadzoo.com “The World of Pets Unleashed” You can then use your account to enhance your online ad. Post up to 6 captioned photos of your pet Expand your text to include more information, include your contact information such as e-mail, address phone number and or website.

EXETER Wildflower Village 122 Aster Court Modern, updated, move-in ready townhome for sale in a quiet, safe neighborhood ideal for young professionals, growing families or empty nester's looking to downsize. Central air, 3 bedrooms, large living room & kitchen, finished basement, covered deck, fenced in paver patio. NEVER FLOODED! For more information or to tour this townhouse. PLEASE CALL: 570-655-2514.

BORDER COLLIES

REGISTERED. Both parents on premises. Veterinary checked & ready to go. $650. Please call 570-204-2549

SHAVERTOWN

124 School Street 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths 1566 sq ft $134,900 (570) 313-5571

Spectacular, remodeled, two story house situated on 110 wooded acres. It’s an outdoor’s persons dream come true. Featuring a 20+ acre fishing lake & four small ponds, woods & fields with deer, turkey, bear & grouse. Home boasts breathtaking views of the lake & woods. Perfect for Hunt Club or very special home. Most furnishings included. Serious, pre-qualified inquiries only. Asking $575,000. Call Jim Stachelek or email jims@prudential keystone.com Prudential Keystone Properties 215-896-8860 JENKINS TWP.

Highland Hills 8 Patrick Road Magnificent custom built tudor home with quality throughout. Spacious 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 2 story living room with fireplace and library loft. Dining room, family room and 3 season sunroom which overlooks professionally landscaped grounds with gazebo and tennis/basketball court. Lower level includes recreation room, exercise room and 3/4 bath. Enjoy this serene acre in a beautiful setting in Highland Hills Development. Too many amenities to mention. Taxes appealed and lowered considerably for year 2013. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-723 OWNER SAYS SELL. PRICED REDUCED TO $369,900 Call Terry 570-885-3041 Angie 570-885-4896

111 Laflin Road Nice 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath Split Level home with hardwood floors, 1 car garage, large yard and covered patio in very convenient location. Great curb appeal and plenty of off street parking. Rt. 315 to light @ Laflin Rd. Turn west onto Laflin Rd. Home is on left. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-2852 Keri Best 570-885-5082

PITTSTON TWP. $175,000

110 Front St. Great price and great location. This well-maintained 3 bedroom, 1.5 baths bilevel home is in move in condition. Spacious eat-in kitchen with custom cabinets, tile floor and counters. Unique lower level family room with wood burning fireplace, office space. laundry/bath combo. Plenty of storage including an 8X6 cedar closet. Outdoor space has covered patio, columned carport and well manicured partially fenced yard. Detached large garage. For more info & photos, go to www.atlasrealtyinc.com MLS# 12-2053 Call Angie at 570-885-4896 Terry at 570-885-3041

property. 3 car detached garage. In ground pool. Large fenced yard. $220,000 570-760-0049

13 Darling St. $99,900

Beautifully maintained 2-story home with 3 bedrooms and 1 and 3/4 bathrooms. Oak floors throughout with chestnut woodwork. Cherry kitchen, stained glass windows, french doors, fireplace and a 3season porch all situated in a countrylike setting in the heart of the city. Huge attic can be converted into master suite or 4th or 5th bedroom. Off street parking. Convenient location. Nothing to do but move in! Must see. atlasrealtyinc.com MLS #12-2620 $99,900 Directions: Traveling south on North River Rd; Left at light at Courthouse onto West North St, Left onto Darling St. Home is in the right. atlas realtyinc.com Call Keri Best 570-885-5082

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941

Apartments/ Unfurnished

COURTDALE

237 Courtdale Ave. Recently refurbished. 1 & 1/2 bedrooms, includes heat & hot water. $565. month + security deposit 570-401-9124

DURYEA

Newly remodeled 1 bedroom, 1 bath, refrigerator, stove, dishwasher & washer/dryer hookup, no pets, front & side porches, $550/month + utilities & security. Call (570)335-8258

PITTSTON TWP.

23 Ridge Street 4 Bedroom Colonial Home in Pocono Ridge Estates. Large 2 Car Garage, Paved Driveway, Electric Heat & Central Air, 1.5 Baths, Large Eat in Kitchen & Dining Room. Double Deck with Hot Tub. Low Taxes. $219,000 Call 570-212-1404

SALE PENDING

PLAINS 5 Odonnell St. New Price $85,000

This home won’t be available for too long. Call me to see this 3 bedroom, 1 and 3/4 bathroom Bi level with NEW roof, finished lower level with 4th bedroom or office. 1 car garage. Located in a very convenient location. atlasrealtyinc.com MLS # 12-2622 Directions: Traveling South on RT 315; Left on Mundy St; Left on Bear Creek Blvd; Left on ODonnell St. Home is on the right. Call Keri Best 570-885-5082

EXETER 1st floor, 2 bed-

room, refinished basement. Gas heat, central air. No pets. No smoking. $700/mo + utilities. Will reduce rent for maintenance. Call 570-760-6277

JENKINS TWP.

AVAILABLE NOW! 3-4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, dining room, large living room, kitchen, stove, off street parking. Heat and water included. $875/month, security, credit check & references. 917-753-8192

KINGSTON - 2 APTS.

$99,900 Very nicely updated & maintained 2 story home, 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, 4season sunroom with huge backyard & deck. Newer carpeting, off street parking & security system. ONE YEAR HOME WARRANTY. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-2886 Keri Best 570-885-5082

902 MARKET ST. One very large 2 bedroom apartment washer/ dryer hookup, all appliances, recently renovated, quiet neighborhood, landlord pays water. $650/ month per unit. 5 ROSS ST. 1 bedroom available. Private parking. Quiet neighborhood. $600 and $650. 1 month rent & security. Available now! Near college. 570-656-7125

KINGSTON 1st Ave. 1 bedroom,

single occupancy, off-street parking, no pets, references, $450 + utilities. Call 570-655-9229

WYOMING

575 Susquehanna Avenue

FOR SALE BY OWNER

NEVER FLOODED 4 bedroom, 2 full bath in a great neighborhood. New windows entire home, finished lower level, detached garage, 4 season sunroom. Master suite has new full bath and large walk in closet. New above ground pool with deck. Must see! $189,000 neg. 570-885-6848

909

Income & Commercial Properties

HANOVER

Repossessed Income Property & Duplex Home. Out of flood area On same lot. 7 apartments, 5 in excellent condition. Hardwood floors. $119,000 570-822-9697

912 Lots & Acreage

KINGSTON

1 bedroom, first floor. W/w carpeting, w/d hookup, stove and fridge included. Large porch. Utilities by tenants. 1 year lease. $350/mo + security. No pets. Credit and background check. Not section 8 approved. 570-779-5218

70 McLean Street

Looking for Work? Tell Employers with a Classified Ad. 570-829-7130

GET THE WORD OUT with a Classified Ad. 570-829-7130

142 Poplar St. Fully remodeled, move in ready! 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath. Modern kitchen, all stainless steel appliances, marble counter tops, custom cabinets. Beautiful fenced in back yard with deck and firepit. A MUST SEE!!! $127,900 For additional details or to see home call 570-239-2882

LARKSVILLE

EDWARDSVILLE

$POT,

Free Anytime Pickup 570-301-3602

NotGood In Flood Zone income

JENKINS TOWNSHIP Prestigious

Highland Hills Development .88 Acres. $70,000 570-947-3375

915 Manufactured Homes

KINGSTON

2nd & 3rd floor, 2 bedroom, appliances included, central air, off street parking. washer & dryer. Back yard. $550 plus utilities. No pets. Call 570-287-9631 or 570-696-3936

KINGSTON 2nd floor, 5 rooms

new stove, fridge, w a s h e r / d r y e r. Clean. No pets. 1 year lease. Security required. $575 + utilities. 570-574-2602

KINGSTON MUST SEE!! Elegant 3rd floor of historic home in charming neighborhood. 2 bedrooms. All stainless kitchen, washer/dryer. Newly renovated, hardwood floors, private deck, 2 car garage, air, security system, wifi, intercom & keyless entry. all utilities. $1,300 + security & references. 570-288-6686.

WILKES-BARRE

HOMES AVAILABLE Homes available in Birchwood Vil lage Estates. Estates 2 and 3 bedrooms. Rent-to-own available. CALL TODAY! 570-613-0719

Apartments/ Unfurnished

941

Apartments/ Unfurnished

WILKES-BARRE

WEST PITTSTON DOUBLE VICTORIAN HOME 621 WYOMING AVE

WILKES-BARRE

LAFLIN $129,900

BEST PRICES IN THE AREA

CA$H

2 baths, concrete porch 3/4 around the house, garage. On six acres. Stonework, stone fireplace, heat with wood or oil. Commercial cook stove. Beautiful view. Well above flood or high water. Some farm equipment, track loader. With gas & oil rights. $350,000 570-665-9054

941

371 Scott Street 1st floor. Newly remodeled 2 bedroom, new bath & kitchen, wall to wall carpet, offstreet parking. $625/month + 1 st & security. 570-793-5501

Modern 2 bedroom ranch, central heat & air, tile bath & Laminate floors, all appliances included, off street parking. $800 includes heat. 570-760-1045

LARKSVILLE FREE HEAT 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, refrigerator & stove, off-street parking, small pets OK. $600/month + 1 month deposit. Call 570-262-1577

Mayflower Crossing Apartments 570.822.3968 2, 3 & 4 Bedrooms - Light & bright open floor plans - All major appliances included - Pets welcome* - Close to everything - 24 hour emergency maintenance - Short term leases available

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950

Half Doubles

EDWARDSVILLE

6 SPACIOUS ROOMS Freshly painted, newer carpeting, full basement, yard, gas heat, adequate closets. $635 month + security and utilities. No smoking. Some pets okay. 908-392-2494

FORTY FORT

2 bedroom, newly renovated, custom oak kitchen cabinets, tile floors, paddle fans, 1.5 baths. Off street parking, deck and patio, $800 + utilities; gas, electric and water, washer dryier hookup. References required, no pets or smoking. 570-779-4609 570-407-3991

LUZERNE

REMODELED PERFECTION

2 bedrooms, 2nd floor, high quality, maple kitchens, tiled baths/vanities, all appliances with laundry in unit, gas fireplace, covered carports, glass enclosed porches. $750 + UTILITIES 2 YEAR SAME. NO PETS/ NO SMOKING/ EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION.

Managed America Realty 570-288-1422

LUZERNE

2nd floor, small 1 bedroom. Gas heat. $465. Some utilities included. Lease, security. No pets. 570-220-6533 after 6pm

LUZERNE

3 bedrooms, 1 bath, washer/dryer hookup, off-street parking, no pets, yard. $650/month + 1 month security & utilities. Call 570-817-0410

MOUNTAIN TOP WOODBRYN 1 & 2 Bedroom.

No pets. Rents based on income start at $405 & $440. Handicap Accessible. Equal Housing Opportunity. 570474-5010 TTY711 This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

KINGSTON

WILKES-BARRE

3 bedroom, 1st floor. All appliances included, washer/ dryer in basement. Lots of storage, off street parking, hardwood floors & new windows. Completely furnished or unfurnished. $650/month + utilities & security. Call Brain at 570-299-0298

WILKES-BARRE

63 ELIZABETH ST. 2nd floor, 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, rear porch, gas heat, laundry room, fridge & stove. Absolutely no pets. 600 month plus utilities & 1 month security. Reference check. (570) 472-9453

WILKES-BARRE HISTORIC WHEELMAN 439 S. Franklin St. 1 bedroom, hardwood floors. A/C, marble bath. Security system. Laundry. $650 570-821-5599

WYOMING

2 bedroom, 1 bath with sun porch wall to wall carpet, washer/dryer hookup, gas heat, off street parking. $475/month plus utilities. Application & background check required. Lease security references. No Pets. 570-430-8527

944

Commercial Properties

DALLAS Rt. 309

OLD FORGE

Connell St. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath. Totally remodeled. Kitchen appliances. Large fenced in yard. $700/month. (570) 299-0298

PITTSTON

3 bedrooms, 1 bath, living room, dining room, full kitchen, laundry room, off street parking, 1st floor, landlord pays garbage, available immediately $650/month Call Steve at 570-468-2488

PITTSTON

NEWLY REMODELED

3 bedrooms, 1.5 bath, eat-in kitchen, wall to wall carpeting throughout, washer /dryer hookup, full basement, off street parking, gas heat. $650. month + utilities & security. No Pets. 570-905-6945 PITTSTONHUGHESTOWN Large modern 1 bedroom apartment, includes refrigerator, stove, washer dryer hookup, new carpet and freshly painted, great neighborhood, off street parking, gas heat and hot water. $525. No pets 479-6722.

TRUCKSVILLE 3 bedrooms,

refrigerator & stove, washer/ dryer hookup, laundry room, off-street parking, no pets or smoking. $700/ month + electric, gas & hot water, 1 month security, references & background check. 570-592-2902

Multi-use Property 1st floor office space, high traffic area, plenty of parking. $500/ month + electric. Security & lease. 570-675-2031

DOLPHIN PLAZA

Rte. 315 2,400 Sq. Ft. professional office space with beautiful view of Valley & Casino. will divide office / retail Call 570-829-1206

PITTSTON COOPERS CO-OP

Lease Space Available, Light manufacturing, warehouse, office, includes all utilities with free parking. I will save you money!

22 & 24 Penn St. Two (2) newly remodeled 1/2 doubles in nice neighborhood. HOUSE #1 & HOUSE #2: Gas heat, new flooring throughout, off street parking, walk up attic, washer /dryer hook up, 3 bedrooms, 1 bath. NOTE: HOUSE #2 has newly remodeled kitchen. $725 /month plus security deposit. References required. 570-714-2431 Extension 137

KINGSTON

Sprague Ave. 2 bedroom, 1 bath, 1st floor duplex, New w/w carpeting & hardwood floors. Convenient to Wyoming Ave. Washer/dryer hookup, basement storage. Reduced! $520/month + utilities, security, lease. NO PETS. 570-793-6294

KINGSTON

Sprague Ave. Charming, spacious 6 room, 2 bedroom duplex, includes 2nd & 3rd floor. Ample closets. Washer /dryer hook-up. $575/ month + utilities, security & lease. NO PETS. 570-793-6294

PLAINS

Spacious 3 bedroom, 1 bath with Victorian charm with hardwood floors, neutral decor, stained glass window, large kitchen. Washer /dryer hook-up, off-street parking. $700 month + utilities, security & lease. NO PETS. 570-793-6294

PLYMOUTH 3/4 bedroom, 1 bath. Located on Academy St. $650 + utilities & security. Small pets OK with extra security. Call 570-262-1577

WEST PITTSTON

MAINTENANCE FREE!

One block to elementary school. 2-3 Bedrooms. Off-Street Parking No Smoking. $625. + utilities, security, last month. 570-885-4206

WILKES-BARRE

HALF DOUBLE 3 bedrooms, one full bath, living & dining rooms, washer and dryer hookup. Gas heat. $550/month plus utilities, security & lease. No pets. call 570-407-3995

WILKES-BARRE

315 PLAZA 1,750 SQ. FT. & 2,400 SQ.FT OFFICE/RETAIL 570-829-1206

950

Half Doubles

DUPONT Large modern 2 bedroom half double with interior attic and basement access, includes refrigerator, stove, washer dryer hookup, new carpet and freshly painted, great neighborhood, plenty of parking, heat included. $725. No pets. 479-6722

REGENT STREET HALF DOUBLE For Rent. Huge Living Room. 2 Large Bedrooms Call: 570-262-1660 $575.00 a Month First and Last Month Rent

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ASHLEY CAREY’S PATCH 4 bedrooms,

3 baths, full modern house, off street parking. Pet friendly $1,200 month. Call Will @ 570-417-5186

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LARKSVILLE

3 bedroom, 1 bath half double, Freshly cleaned & painted. Tenant pays all utilities including sewer. $585 plus security. Call (570) 357-0712

BACK MOUNTAIN

1 bedroom cottage. Nice location. $595/month + first & last. Call (570) 332-8922

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L11809A 2007 Honda Pilot EX-L......................................... T29996B 2008 Acura RDX Base......................................... H28771A 2010 GMC Terrain SLE-1 ..................................... H28477A 2010 Honda CR-V EX........................................... H27175A 2010 Toyota Prius I ...............................................

4D Sedan...................................... 77,414 4D Sedan...................................... 48,757 4D Sedan...................................... 69,010 3D Hatchback ............................... 61,663 4D Sedan...................................... 78,201 4D Sport Utility............................. 64,549 4D Sedan...................................... 83,934 4D Sport Utility............................. 96,240 4D Sedan...................................... 79,352 4D Sedan...................................... 44,796 4D Sedan...................................... 54,992 4D Sedan...................................... 45,190 2D Coupe...................................... 32,626 4D Sedan...................................... 90,177 4D Sedan...................................... 91,128 4D Sedan...................................... 40,816 4D Sedan...................................... 43,535 4D Sedan...................................... 69,420 4D Sedan...................................... 61,166 4D Sport Utility............................. 86,601 4D Sedan...................................... 65,106 4D Sedan...................................... 56,638 4D Sedan...................................... 75,633 4D Sedan...................................... 65,322 4D Sport Utility............................. 82,199 4D Sport Utility............................. 77,721 4D Sedan...................................... 49,813 4D Sedan...................................... 51,523 4D Sedan...................................... 31,196 4D Sedan...................................... 25,003 4D Sedan...................................... 55,859 4D Sedan...................................... 44,348 4D Sedan...................................... 29,331 4D Sedan...................................... 52,714 4D Sedan...................................... 74,924 4D Sedan...................................... 17,132 4D Sport Utility............................. 58,246 4D Quad Cab ................................ 84,095 4D Sedan...................................... 68,769 4D Sedan...................................... 47,626 4D Sedan...................................... 90,293 4D Sedan...................................... 51,634 4D Sedan...................................... 40,708 4D Sedan...................................... 22,365 4D Sedan...................................... 68,825 4D Sedan...................................... 22,413 4D Sedan...................................... 27,633 4D Sedan...................................... 20,125 4D Sedan...................................... 31,319 4D Sedan...................................... 17,733 4D Sedan...................................... 22,773 4D Sedan...................................... 14,405 4D Sedan...................................... 38,205 4D Sedan...................................... 93,671 4D Sport Utility............................. 80,211 4D Sedan...................................... 42,604 4D Sedan...................................... 13,435 4D Sport Utility............................. 59,833 4D Sedan...................................... 22,758 2D Coupe...................................... 43,864 4D Sedan...................................... 38,914 4D Sedan...................................... 54,300 4D Sedan...................................... 62,810 4D Sedan...................................... 31,243 4D Sedan...................................... 19,770 2D Convertible.............................. 15,557 4D Sedan...................................... 51,557 4D Sedan...................................... 15,986 4D Sport Utility............................. 22,285 2D Sport Utility............................. 58,723 4D Sedan...................................... 15,351 4D Sedan...................................... 22,804 2D Coupe...................................... 18,234 2D Coupe...................................... 33,800 4D Sedan...................................... 20,586 4D Hatchback ............................... 9,367 4D Sport Utility............................. 49,285 4D Sedan...................................... 35,826 4D Sport Utility............................. 21,182 4D Sedan...................................... 18,128 4D Sedan...................................... 11,968 4D Sport Utility............................. 23,468 4D Sport Utility............................. 53,074 4D Sedan...................................... 30,004 4D Sedan...................................... 26,476 4D Hatchback ............................... 8,926 4D Sport Utility............................. 34,809 5D Sedan...................................... 44,525 4D Sedan...................................... 8,672 4D Sedan...................................... 48,428 4D Sedan...................................... 12,122 4D Sedan...................................... 10,540 2D Convertible.............................. 25,676 4D Sedan...................................... 40,569 4D Sport Utility............................. 39,888 4D Sport Utility............................. 36,276 4D Sedan...................................... 36,532 4D Sport Utility............................. 37,927 4D Sedan...................................... 19,626 4D Sport Utility............................. 40,930 4D Sedan...................................... 31,033 2D Sport Utility............................. 73,509 4D Sedan...................................... 40,281 4D Sedan...................................... 41,966 4D Sedan...................................... 9,414 4D Extended Cab.......................... 62,400 4D Sport Utility............................. 50,561 4D Sport Utility............................. 45,288 4D Sport Utility............................. 24,734 4D Sedan...................................... 29,700 4D Hatchback ............................... 3,176 4D Crew Cab ................................ 64,811 4D Sport Utility............................. 22,957 4D Sport Utility............................. 15,870 4D Sedan...................................... 9,272 4D Sport Utility............................. 79,405 4D Sport Utility............................. 53,484 4D Sport Utility............................. 44,886 4D Sport Utility............................. 81,123 4D Sedan...................................... 22,556 4D Sport Utility............................. 34,109 4D Sedan...................................... 22,755 4D Sport Utility............................. 23,163 4D Sedan...................................... 29,410 4D Sedan...................................... 20,653 4D Sedan...................................... 71,757 4D Sport Utility............................. 62,055 4D Sport Utility............................. 71,705 4D Sport Utility............................. 61,657 4D Sport Utility............................. 21,877 5D Hatchback ............................... 22,473

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$6,285 $7,901 $9,466 $9,564 $10,136 $10,340 $10,489 $10,594 $10,772 $10,901 $11,089 $11,102 $11,687 $11,900 $11,995 $12,059 $12,200 $12,265 $12,489 $12,497 $12,514 $12,699 $12,774 $12,851 $12,995 $13,082 $13,110 $13,172 $13,221 $13,386 $13,429 $13,445 $13,515 $13,602 $13,782 $13,808 $13,817 $13,891 $13,928 $13,981 $13,995 $13,995 $14,087 $14,139 $14,192 $14,318 $14,325 $14,372 $14,406 $14,427 $14,497 $14,555 $14,647 $14,658 $14,666 $14,741 $14,922 $14,990 $15,014 $15,044 $15,297 $15,330 $15,413 $15,451 $15,452 $15,495 $15,499 $15,549 $15,707 $15,759 $15,839 $15,864 $15,943 $15,987 $16,040 $16,060 $16,188 $16,341 $16,367 $16,374 $16,409 $16,475 $16,622 $16,716 $16,795 $16,805 $16,816 $16,841 $16,950 $16,995 $17,038 $17,065 $17,138 $17,179 $17,203 $17,215 $17,261 $17,367 $17,402 $17,505 $17,534 $17,544 $17,875 $17,961 $17,980 $17,982 $17,995 $18,036 $18,047 $18,082 $18,119 $18,134 $18,220 $18,252 $18,266 $18,281 $18,309 $18,359 $18,408 $18,417 $18,444 $18,510 $18,638 $18,837 $18,919 $18,999 $19,003 $19,081 $19,086 $19,112 $19,123

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CLEARANCE

T30108A 2010 Toyota RAV4 Base...................................... H28853A 2011 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport.............. A11485A 2009 Honda Element EX..................................... S0726B 2008 Chevrolet Colorado LT............................... A11469A 2010 Honda Accord EX-L 2.4 ............................ L11816A 2007 Lexus ES 350................................................ BS0403A 2010 Acura TSX 2.4.............................................. L11731A 2010 Honda Accord EX-L 2.4 ............................ A11289A 2010 Acura TSX 2.4.............................................. H28978A 2009 Honda CR-V EX........................................... H28443A 2008 Honda Ridgeline RTL................................. H28754A 2010 Honda CR-V EX-L........................................ H28746A 2010 Honda Accord EX-L 2.4 ............................ H28201B 2010 Honda CR-V EX........................................... H28501A 2011 Nissan Rogue SV ........................................ D0650A 2011 Chrysler 200 S.............................................. C3622A 2010 Honda CR-V EX-L........................................ D0589A 2007 Toyota 4Runner SR5.................................. T29854A 2012 Kia Sportage LX.......................................... D0638A 2010 Chevrolet Equinox LT 1LT......................... A11317A 2010 Nissan Murano............................................ J5289B 2010 Dodge Challenger SE................................. H28861A 2009 Chevrolet Traverse LS................................ T29934A 2008 Toyota Highlander...................................... K13276A 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited ........................ J5265C 2011 Honda Civic Si ............................................. H29037A 2010 Honda CR-V EX........................................... H28938A 2010 Honda CR-V LX ........................................... L11705B 2007 Lexus RX 350............................................... H28843A 2008 Toyota Highlander Sport .......................... L11759A 2007 Lexus ES 350................................................ T28950B 2011 Subaru Legacy 2.5i Premium................... A11557A 2008 Acura TSX Base.......................................... T30050A 2011 Toyota Camry XLE ..................................... L11758A 2008 Honda Pilot EX-L......................................... L11769A 2008 Lexus ES 350................................................ K13294A 2011 Hyundai Sonata .......................................... H28163B 2008 Lexus IS 250 ................................................. KS0431 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS............................... H27953A 2011 Hyundai Tucson Limited........................... H28940A 2010 Ford Edge SEL ............................................. T29941A 2011 Toyota Camry XLE ..................................... T29995A 2008 Toyota Highlander Sport .......................... H28888A 2011 Honda CR-V SE............................................ A11245A 2009 Acura RL 3.7................................................. A11484A 2009 Honda Pilot Touring................................... A11437A 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited ........................ H29050A 2010 Honda Odyssey EX-L................................. BS0394A 2007 Lexus GS 350 ............................................... L11765A 2008 Toyota Tacoma Base V6 ........................... T29953A 2010 GMC Terrain SLE-1 ..................................... T30138A 2009 Toyota RAV4 Limited................................. C3611A 2010 Honda CR-V EX-L........................................ T29980A 2008 Toyota Highlander Limited....................... B9777A 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS.................... T29704A 2010 Subaru Tribeca Touring 3.6 R .................. H28939A 2010 Honda CR-V EX-L........................................ K12958A 2011 Hyundai Veracruz....................................... C3598A 2009 Cadillac CTS 1SB......................................... H29016A 2010 Honda Odyssey EX-L................................. A11499A 2010 Acura TL Base............................................. C3566A 2010 Buick LaCrosse CXL .................................. T30027A 2011 Toyota Sienna LE........................................ K13153A 2010 Acura TL Base............................................. A11373A 2011 Acura RDX Technology Package........... L11750A 2009 Cadillac STS V6 ........................................... D0671A 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 LT Z71.......... H28575A 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour EX-L ............... T30100A 2012 Toyota Camry XLE ..................................... C3634A 2009 Cadillac CTS Base 1SA.............................. T29964A 2010 Toyota Tacoma Base V6 ........................... T29536A 2011 Toyota Tacoma Base V6 ........................... A11552A 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour EX-L ............... L11546C 2010 Nissan 370Z.................................................. LS0424 2010 Lexus ES 350................................................ L11815A 2009 Lexus IS 250 ................................................. K13187A 2009 Lexus IS 250 ................................................. A11224A 2010 Acura MDX Base........................................ A11130B 2011 Toyota Tundra Grade 4.6L V8 Double Cab............. BP15851A 2010 Lexus IS 250 ................................................. L11819A 2008 Lexus GX 470............................................... LS0432 2010 Lexus ES 350................................................ T29816A 2011 Toyota Avalon Limited.............................. T29965A 2011 Toyota Tacoma Base V6 ........................... T30001A 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 Big Horn Crew Cab... L11676A 2010 Lexus RX 350............................................... T29976A 2011 Toyota Highlander V6................................ L11746A 2010 Lexus RX 350............................................... C3653A 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe LT .................................... AS0437 2012 Acura TSX 2.4.............................................. J5383A 2010 Toyota Highlander Limited....................... BP15881 2010 Mercedes C-Class C300 ........................... T29974A 2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS ................................ D0592A 2011 Toyota Tundra Grade Double Cab.......... L11817A 2010 Lexus ES 350................................................ T30030A 2011 Toyota Highlander V6................................ L11814A 2010 Toyota Highlander Limited....................... LP15883 2010 Lexus IS 250 ................................................. A11361A 2011 Acura MDX Base........................................ L11772A 2009 Ford F-250SD Lariat.................................... L11787A 2011 Lexus ES 350................................................ L11662A 2011 InďŹ niti M37 X............................................... J5311A 2010 Mercedes GLK-Class GLK350 4Matic... B9730A 2010 Mercedes GLK-Class GLK350 4Matic... B9649A 2010 Mercedes M-Class ML350....................... J5095B 2012 Toyota Highlander Limited....................... K13313A 2011 Toyota Tundra Grade Crew Max ............ A11359A 2010 Acura MDX Technology........................... L11747A 2010 Lexus RX 350............................................... A11112A 2011 Acura MDX Technology........................... H27937B 2010 Acura MDX Technology........................... T30066A 2011 Dodge Ram 1500 Sport Crew Cab ......... B9815A 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland ............. L11723A 2008 Lexus LS 460................................................ L11713A 2010 Lexus RX 450h............................................. T29323A 2011 InďŹ niti G37 X................................................ TS0439 2012 Toyota Tundra Grade Double Cab.......... B9774A 2011 Buick Enclave CXL 2XL ............................ BS0429 2012 Mercedes GLK-Class GLK350 4Matic... BP15896 2010 Mercedes M-Class ML350....................... H28838A 2011 InďŹ niti FX35 Base........................................ T30022A 2012 Toyota Tundra Limited Crew Max ......... J5329A 2011 Audi S4 3.0 ................................................... A11171C 2010 Porsche Cayenne Base ............................. BP15882 2011 Mercedes E-Class E350 4Matic.............. L11852A 2012 Chevrolet Corvette Base........................... BP15877 2011 Mercedes E-Class E350 4Matic.............. BP15744 2011 Mercedes E-Class E350............................ D0646A 2011 Toyota Sequoia Platinum ......................... B9685A 2009 Mercedes SL-Class SL550 ....................... B9535A 2011 Lexus LX 570................................................

4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Hatchback .............................. 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Crew Cab ............................... 4D Sedan..................................... 4D Sedan..................................... 4D Sedan..................................... 4D Sedan..................................... 4D Sedan..................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Crew Cab ............................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sedan..................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sedan..................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 2D Coupe..................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 2D Coupe..................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sedan..................................... 4D Sedan..................................... 4D Sedan..................................... 4D Sedan..................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sedan..................................... 4D Sedan..................................... 4D Sedan..................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sedan..................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sedan..................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Passenger Van ....................... 4D Sedan..................................... 4D Crew Cab ............................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Extended Cab......................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sedan..................................... 4D Passenger Van ....................... 4D Sedan..................................... 4D Sedan..................................... 4D Passenger Van ....................... 4D Sedan..................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sedan..................................... 4D Crew Cab ............................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sedan..................................... 4D Sedan..................................... 4D Crew Cab ............................... 4D Crew Cab ............................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 2D Coupe..................................... 4D Sedan..................................... 4D Sedan..................................... 4D Sedan..................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Crew Cab ............................... 4D Sedan..................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sedan..................................... 4D Sedan..................................... 4D Crew Cab ............................... 4D Crew Cab ............................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sedan..................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sedan..................................... 2D Coupe..................................... 4D Crew Cab ............................... 4D Sedan..................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sedan..................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Crew Cab ............................... 4D Sedan..................................... 4D Sedan..................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Crew Cab ............................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Crew Cab ............................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sedan..................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 2D Coupe..................................... 4D Crew Cab ............................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Crew Cab ............................... 4D Sedan..................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 4D Sedan..................................... 2D Coupe..................................... 4D Sedan..................................... 2D Coupe..................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 2D Convertible............................. 4D Sport Utility............................

14,063 9,834 43,494 42,900 33,017 76,570 37,062 25,769 35,362 29,622 58,224 43,402 23,160 33,221 20,026 27,710 42,883 52,129 5,474 26,915 37,019 15,608 46,906 47,600 19,251 9,235 35,905 14,395 55,830 61,657 43,967 15,444 8,683 20,076 40,627 42,482 22,134 38,269 10,084 30,978 35,213 32,540 40,114 3,793 67,942 72,339 37,764 57,398 50,670 52,710 27,066 15,572 27,376 44,608 31,053 22,126 8,440 11,601 56,308 45,819 38,617 15,617 31,263 18,841 34,102 29,031 60,610 15,124 511 19,147 29,482 10,497 19,737 6,444 29,683 29,609 12,228 38,291 12,566 35,484 74,008 29,853 27,625 20,471 20,317 40,484 18,372 45,385 56,068 3,728 32,894 26,003 5,946 8,913 32,792 18,865 29,157 19,676 31,195 43,275 27,772 50,015 23,248 27,814 47,727 8,360 13,953 28,000 35,229 27,003 28,965 9,505 34,712 39,712 43,537 15,027 2,725 21,923 8,543 26,885 12,658 1,731 9,011 19,746 25,232 1,761 19,023 12,499 5,079 33,736 24,769

$19,148 $19,158 $19,167 $19,280 $19,429 $19,644 $19,667 $19,732 $19,783 $19,806 $19,913 $19,995 $19,999 $20,314 $20,317 $20,382 $20,473 $20,574 $20,636 $20,667 $20,713 $20,728 $20,787 $20,907 $20,979 $20,981 $20,995 $20,999 $21,089 $21,094 $21,446 $21,499 $21,574 $21,649 $21,699 $21,865 $21,999 $22,196 $22,237 $22,492 $22,499 $22,589 $22,682 $22,709 $22,713 $22,803 $22,813 $22,999 $23,021 $23,127 $23,155 $23,156 $23,479 $24,221 $24,229 $24,281 $24,720 $24,925 $24,995 $24,999 $25,281 $25,289 $25,300 $25,305 $25,683 $25,718 $25,875 $26,071 $26,267 $26,478 $26,488 $26,497 $26,557 $26,823 $27,093 $27,325 $27,528 $27,704 $27,887 $27,891 $28,046 $28,479 $28,499 $28,757 $28,995 $29,382 $29,469 $29,556 $29,578 $29,650 $29,851 $29,906 $29,995 $30,085 $30,105 $30,163 $30,179 $30,179 $30,349 $30,796 $31,012 $31,067 $31,440 $31,695 $31,876 $32,096 $32,183 $32,362 $32,479 $32,943 $33,101 $33,479 $33,580 $34,461 $34,787 $35,198 $35,322 $36,242 $36,261 $38,790 $39,073 $41,109 $42,030 $43,021 $43,300 $45,295 $45,800 $49,500 $49,501 $55,473 $64,961

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3BR, 1.5 bath 2 story in very good condition. Fenced yard, large roof, very well kept, oak kitchen. 12-1858 TRACY 696-6674 Wyoming Ave. (RT.11) toward West Pittston - Home on R across from Barber Ford.

Magnificient masterpiece. Hand carved wood & stone FP, stairways, baths, pillars & handcrafted kitchen. 122032 MARY D. 696-0729 N side of 8th St. between Shoemaker Ave & Carverton Rd.

Polished for the "picky people" this home is perfect! New kitchen & baths, furnace, water heater, panel box. 3BRs, 1.5 baths, garage. 12-2589 DAVID 970-1117 Main St, Duryea to Lackawanna Avenue.

’’Country charm’’ at its best describes this 3BR, 1.5 bath 2-story situated on 1.87 scenic acres w/many updates. New kitchen, breakfast rm, LR w/gas propane stove, DR, HW, office w/electric stove, deck, Gazebo & detached garage. 122813 MARIE 881-0103 Rt 92 to Appletree Road, 5/10 mile on L.

Spacious 2-Sty, 4-5BR home in nice neighborhood. 1st floor FR & laundry. Great yard w/shed. Needs some updating - great potential. MARIE 881-0103 12-3527

Don’t miss out on this large 3 bedroom home, beautiful yard, nice back porch, definite must see! JAIME 585-0609 12-1641

All brick Ranch features 3BRs, HW floors on a level lot. 2 car attached garage. JENNIFER 715-9350 12-2748

Nice 3BR, 1 3/4 bath home on corner lot. LR, DR, & nice size BR’s. Partially finished LL. OSP can be added easily. ANDY 714-9225 12-2439

Need a 5 car garage? Beautiful 3BR, 2 bath home w/gar in great neighborhood. 5 minutes to shopping, PA Turnpike & 81. C/A on 1st flr, new electrical service, plumbing, maybe HW under carpet. SHIRLEY 714-9272 12-1722

Updated Ranch home with an in-ground pool & large fenced yard. 1 year Home Trust Warranty included! TINA 714-9277 12-2469

3-4BR 2 story home w/large LR/DR, eat-in oak kitchen, 2 full baths, 1st floor FR, finished lower level, 2 car garage & fenced yard. MATT 714-9229 11-988

Nice 3BR, 1 bath home with recent updates in a quiet neighborhood. Large backyard & 1 car carport. ANDY 714-9225 12-1594

Lovely 3BR, 1 bath 2-story home with FR, formal DR & eat-in kitchen area. Large backyard & oversized 1 car garage. TERRY NELSON 714-9248 12-2503

Updated 2BR Ranch. HW floors & tile throughout. New kitchen & bath. 2BRs with HW floors. Finished recreation room in LL. Private drive & low maintenance yard. ANDY 714-9225 12-2515

Fabulous 3-4BR home on 1 acre. FR w/wet bar & FP. All oak trim & doors, in-ground pool w/cabana. BARBARA M. 696-0883 12-2181

Beautifully maintained 3 BR, Cape Cod in quiet neighborhood. 2 BR’s 1st flr, 3rd on 2nd. Hdwd under carpet, central air. Enclosed back porch, great lot. Don’t miss this one! DEB R. 714-5802 12-3513

Very roomy 2 story w/deep lot & 2 car detached garage on a nice street. Lots of room for all. Previously a duplex. DEB ROCCOGRANDI 696-6671 12-512

Great for summer entertaining! Above ground pool, deck, patio, Koi pond, nightscaping, large modern kitchen, MBR Suite & OSP! MARY M. 714-9274 12-1923

Charming Ranch home with 3BRs, fenced yard, HW floors, 2 car garage & stainless steel appliances. NANCY PALUMBO 714-9240 12-3110

Large brick Ranch in Exeter. 3BRs, 1 3/4 bath, LR w/HW floors, DR w/marble. Basement can be finished. Nice yard. With some TLC this home can be a showplace again. ANDY 714-9225 12-3033

Ranch home with 2BRs, gas heat, modern kitchen, deck, large backyard, shed, convenient location. NANCY PALUMBO 714-9240 12-2690

Cute well-built Ranch offers great opportunity in desirable neighborhood. 3BRs, carport, adjacent lot included in price. MARCIE 714-9267 12-3051

Stately 2-story Century home w/4BRs, eat-in kitchen, formal DR, heated sunroom, 1st floor laundry, detached 1 car garage in desirable neighborhood on corner lot. MARIE 881-0103 OR 714-9244 12-3170

Well maintained 4BR home. Gas heat, fenced yard, 1st floor laundry, 3 season room, shed, newer roof & windows. NANCY PALUMBO 714-9240 12-3122

Enjoy comfortable living in this 3BR, 1 bath, 2-story w/spacious LR/DR & modern kitchen. Newer carpet & furnace. Outdoor patio for entertaining & relaxing PLUS a 1 car detached garage. Priced to sell fast! JULIO 239-6408 12-3296

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24 FORD REBATE................750 Mos. OFF LEASE REBATE........500

ADVANCED PRESSURE WASH SYSTEMS advancedpressurewash 753062 2 x 1" 1234

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Auto., CD, Anti-Theft Sys., Side Curtain Air Bags, 16” Steel Wheels, Tilt Wheel, AC, Instrument Cluster, Message Center, PW, PL, Keyless Entry w/Keypad, Pwr. Side Mirrors, Fog Lamps, MyKey, SYNC

ROTHROCK'S KUNG-FU ACADEMY Rothrock's Kung-Fu Academy 751559 2 x 2" 1216

LISPI LOUNGE trump 215373 2 x 2" 1189

FORD REBATE....................2,000 FORD BONUS REBATE............500 FORD REGIONAL DISCOUNT OFF MSRP...........475 COCCIA DISCOUNT OFF MSRP..........386

*Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $595 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 9/30/12.

ALL NEW FORD ESCAPE SE AWD

, SE, 1.6 EcoBoost Engine, Auto., Keyless Entry w/Keypad, PL, PW, 17” Alloy Wheels, Auto. Headlamps, SYNC, Sirius Satellite Radio, Perimeter Alarm, Tonneau Cover

FORD FOCUS SE 4 DR

John Pregmon Construction Complete Home Remodeling, Kitchens, Baths, Drywall, Windows, Siding & Roofs. 570-457-0087 PA# HIC EA 18685

24 Mos. *Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $595 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 9/30/12.

NEW FORD TAURUS SEL AWD

Auto., 3.5L V6, SYNC, Reverse Sensing Sys., CD, Keyless Entry with Keypad, PW, PDL, 18”Alum. Wheels, Anti-Theft Perimeter Alarm, Sirius Satellite Radio,

LATONA, CHRIS GC 189301 2 x 2" 1024 24 Mos.

FORD REBATE.............1,000 OFF LEASE REBATE.....1,000 FORD REGIONAL DISCOUNT OFF MSRP. . . .45 COCCIA DISCOUNT OFF MSRP. . .541

ED GOLUSHKA ChimneyConstruction 741855 2 x 0.861" 1039

FORD REBATE..............1,500 FORD BONUS REBATE....1,000 FMCC REBATE................750 OFF LEASE REBATE.....1,000 FORD REGIONAL DISCOUNT OFF MSRP......445 COCCIA DISCOUNT OFF MSRP.......411

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Auto., CD, Alum. Wheels, Tilt Wheel, PW, PL, Safety Pkg., 1st & 2nd Air Curtains, Anti-Theft Sys., Sirius Satellite Radio, Side Impact Air Bags, Keyless Entry, Message Center, Pwr. Seat,

FORD REBATE.............2,000 FMCC REBATE..............500 OFF LEASE REBATE.....1,000 COCCIA DISCOUNT OFF MSRP 1,236

CD, Alum Wheels, Tilt, PW, PDL, Pwr. Seat, Safety Pkg., Side Impact Air Bags, 1st & 2nd Air Curtains, Anti-Theft Sys., Sirius Satellite Radio, Keyless Entry w/Keypad, Message Center,

FORD REBATE..............1,500 FORD BONUS REBATE....1,000 FMCC REBATE................750 OFF LEASE REBATE.....1,000 FORD REGIONAL DISCOUNT OFF MSRP...1,445 COCCIA DISCOUNT OFF MSRP. . . .1,306

Auto., Navigation Sys., Power Liftgate, Ambient Lighting, SYNC, Speed Control, Sirius Satellite Radio, Dual Zone Auto. Temp Control, 17” Alum. Wheels, Keyless Entry, Reverse Sensing Sys., MyFord Touch

FORD REBATE..............1,000 COCCIA DISCOUNT OFF MSRP.......491 *Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $595 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 9/30/12.

*Tax and tags extra. Security Deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $595 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. See salesperson for details. All payments subject to credit approval by the primary lending source, Tier 0 rate. Special APR financing cannot be combined with Ford cash rebate. “BUY FOR” prices are based on 72 month at $18.30 per month per $1000 financed with $2,500 down (cash or trade). Photos of vehicles are for illustration purposes only. Coccia Ford-Lincoln is not responsible for any typographical errors. No Security Deposit Necessary. See dealer for details. Sale ends

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