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DALLAS TOWNSHIP

Visioning session allows residents a say in future By MEGAN SCHNEIDER mschneider@mydallaspost.com

Enrique Gonzales clears snow off the family car by hand after a two-inch snowfall delayed school buses and iced roads.

Jim Gurzler clears sidewalks on Machell Avenue near Dallas center after a two-inch snowfall on Tuesday morning.

School or no school? By MEGAN SCHNEIDER mschneider @mydallaspost.com

Superintendents Frank Galicki of the Dallas School District and James McGovern of the Lake-Lehman School District are the men ultimately in charge of how safely students travel to school during inclement weather. When our area saw its first brush with snow of the season this past Tuesday, Lake-Lehman remained on its regular schedule while Dallas called a two-hour delay. That isn’t the way things are normally done. It all comes down to planning and timing.

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A two-inch snowfall delayed school buses and inconvenienced shoppers like Kyle Niccum, left, who trudged up Church Street Tuesday morning.

Galicki explained that all “There is a network; the West schools communicate before Side supers contact each other,” and during storms or anticipat- he said. ed weather to coordinate schedUsually, the decision to call a ules as much as possible. delay or cancellation is made by

6 a.m. Galicki explained that since Tuesday’s snow didn’t start until late morning, See SCHOOL, Page 10

Residents from Dallas Township and members of the township’s planning board met with Jack Varaly from Varay Associates on Nov. 28 to begin the process of building a comprehensive plan for the township. Varaly was hired by the township to help prepare a plan to map out a vision for the future. The meeting was held to encourage residents to express their concerns and opinions regarding issues of zoning, housing, land use, natural resources and other topics and allow residents to volunteer for ad hoc committees to help gather ideas for the plan. “The most important thing that goes into the plan is identifying the vision of what they want the township to become,” Varaly said about residents. He added that the majority of the township is zoned A1 agricultural and advised that, when committee volunteers consider rezoning, they expect slow but steady growth and not the kind of boom the area has experienced during the last 20 years. Census data for the township is available on the township’s website. Elizabeth Martin, vice chairman of the Dallas Township Board of Supervisors, said she would post more specific information on the jobs of committee members and offer examples of other comprehensive plans so people have a better understanding of the process. “Citizen participation is very important,” said Martin. Carl Kaschenbach asked sev-

FOR MORE INFO ... For more information on joining the ad hoc committees in Dallas Township, visit the township website at www.dallastownship.com.

eral questions about how the process worked. He also posed a question regarding rezoning and wetlands, expressing a desire to know how accurate area maps are in regard to showing wetlands in the township. After much discussion, it was understood that every property would have to be assessed by a professional to determine exactly where wetlands are located. Kaschenbach said, “We are shooting in the dark a little bit then.” Varaly explained that, regardless of rezoning, safeguards are built into other ordinances that will protect the wetlands not mapped from being built on or destroyed. The township had approximately 10 volunteers for committees during the meeting, including Kaschenbach, Walt Kochen and Mary and Al Rodriguez. Martin expected more volunteers to step forward before the end of the week. Committees will meet approximately once a month but times and dates have not been set. Varaly said the process should take about three months to complete. He clarified that the comprehensive plan does not implement any changes but gives supervisors a direction. Every decision will still have to pass through a public meeting before anything is made official.

HARVEYS LAKE BOROUGH

Community continues to be divided on police station By MEGAN SCHNEIDER mschneider@mydallaspost.com

Once again, the possible move and renovation of the Harveys Lake Police Station was a topic of contention at the borough council’s regular meeting on Nov. 20. Resident Danny Blaine brought up the topic during the public comment portion of the meeting when he presented council with a letter written by resident Ed Williams. The letter was in regard to the homeowners of Marina Pointe. Blaine read part of the letter aloud, stating that Marina Point residents are against moving the police station to Little League Road. “It doesn’t seem logical to me and I disagree 100%,” said Blaine of the proposed move. Guy Giordano said he saw estimates for the renovation of the current station that the borough received last week and thought

FROM THE COUNCIL PRESIDENT

Read a letter written by Harveys Lake Borough Council president Larry Radel explaining his position on the police station issue on The Dallas Post website. Log onto www.mydallaspost.com

they were wrong. Judi Williams Spagnuolo then asked council about floor plans available for public inspection on a back table in the room. The floor plans are for the renovation of the recreation center on Little League Road. Spagnuolo checked with council to be sure original bids for both buildings had come in over the allotted grant money. She raised the question about cost and whether that would result in a tax increase. “As a taxpayer, I can’t afford to pay,” she said. Mayor Clarence Hogan stated the floor plans on display were drawn prior to receiving estimates from contractors and they were only on display because the police station issue was a topic on the agenda. This sparked debate in the meeting room that continued for approximately 15 minutes. Council President Larry Radel defended the proposed moving of the police station while council

members Michell’e Boice and Thomas Kehler tried to explain that estimates for the current station are exaggerated and include an addition that is “unnecessary.” Radel defended the addition in the estimates, saying engineers are trying to make the square footage of the buildings the same for comparison purposes. Radel said, “The reality is we don’t know how much it’s going to cost.” Kehler added that if the estimates of the current station are taken into consideration, the cost of renovation is about $87,000, almost the same as renovating the recreation center. During the debate, resident Carol Culver scolded Council President Radel for “rolling his eyes” while other council members were presenting their viewpoints. Council member Amy Williams reported the borough is preparing to send certified letters to all residents who have

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The current Harveys Lake Municipal Building on Route 415 as seen from the west side.

over $500 in unpaid garbage fees and that the borough is short almost $80,000 in garbage fees. Council member Ed Kelly quieted the situation by stating, “We won’t have to raise taxes if we can get people to pay their fair share.” Boice proposed to have a proSee STATION, Page 10

The Harveys Lake recreation building now houses Charlotte’s Reading Room but is being considered as a possible site for a new police station.

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THIS WEEK’S MEETINGS MONDAY, DEC. 3 Dallas School Board The board of education will hold a work session at 7 p.m. in the administration building, 2000 Conyngham Ave., Dallas Township. Franklin Township The board of supervisors will hold a regular meeting at 7 p.m. at the Orange United Methodist Church, 2293 W. Eighth St., Wyoming. Jackson Township The board of supervisors will hold a regular

meeting at 6 p.m. in the municipal building, 1275 Huntsville Road, Jackson Township. TUESDAY, DEC. 4 Dallas Township The board of supervisors will hold a work session at 7:30 p.m. at the municipal building, 601 Tunkhannock Hwy. (Route 309), Dallas Township. Ross Township The board of supervisors will hold a regular meeting at 7 p.m. in the municipal building, 72 Broadway Road, Sweet Valley

Mark Pall concert will benefit Salvation Army Mark Pall will offer a Service of Lessons There will be refreshments following the and Carols at 3 p.m. today, Dec. 2 at St. Paul’s service. Lutheran Church in Dallas. Seven readers will share as well as the St. The free will offering will benefit the local Paul’s adult choir and the St. Paul’s hand bell work of the Salvation Army. choir.

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Jay McCarroll lends hand with fashion show at MU By MEGAN SCHNEIDER mschneider@mydallaspost.com

One word - fabulous. First, it describes the host, Jay McCarroll, a Lehman native and winner of the first-ever season of “Project Runway,” who became a successful fashion designer. Second, it describes the event, a holiday-themed fashion show at Misericordia University on Saturday, Dec. 8. The designs will be holiday party themed and will feature McCarroll merchandise available at local shops and boutiques. Most importantly, it describes the coordinator of the event, Morgan Harding, of Exeter, a junior communications major at Misericordia. Harding organized the fashion show as part of her on-campus internship, but her passion for fashion started long before the

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The event will feature a runway show featuring nine shops and boutiques, booths for over a dozen vendors, a Jay McCarroll trunk show and much more. Brown Barn Café will sell food and Ah!some Chocolates will offer desserts and take orders for holiday baskets. Beverages were donated by Metz in Dallas. The show is from 3 to 7 p.m. There is a $5 cover. Reservations can be made by emailing holidaychicpeek@gmail.com with your name and the number of people in your party.

fall semester. It all began with an outfit - a sundress, a cashmere cardigan and a pair of brown cowboy boots - Harding wore to school, garnering both positive and negative feedback. In May 2011, she started a blog about fashion, entitled “Cashmere and Cowboy Boots.” Blogging was a way for Harding to express her interest in fashion and maintain her writing ability. “I always knew I was going to be a communications major,” she said. “I just didn’t know what I was going to do in comm.” What Harding didn’t expect was that people would notice her blog, especially people in-

volved in the fashion industry. Through her writing, she connected with brands and designers and was invited to New York Fashion Week not once, but twice. In September, Harding met with one designer and saw the new line-up close after the runway show in New York. “When I got to college, I had this whole plan of what I wanted to do with my life and that all went out the window,” she said. When she started school, Harding intended to be a broadcast journalist. She soon found she didn’t enjoy the broadcasting aspect of communications as much as the writing so she became involved with the school

newspaper, the Highlander, of which she serves as print editor, and the Public Relations Student Society of America on campus. Harding needed a project to complete her semester so she recruited the help of the student public relations group, of which she is also the president and got assistance from fellow student Ellen Hoffman, editor of the Highlander. The last piece to the stylish puzzle was fashion lover and university first lady Tina MacDowell and her cause, the Beautification Project at Misericordia University, MacDowell’s personal quest to continue to make the campus appealing. Knowing she needed some kind of draw for the show, Harding emailed McCarroll who bought into the project. According to McCarroll’s business manager, it is a chance for the fashion designer to come home for the weekend to support an event in his hometown. “In the past,” Harding said, “you had these people who came to the event and didn’t know where the clothing was from.” In this year’s show, models

Morgan Harding, host of this year’s fashion show, walks the runway in last year’s event.

will walk the runway in a design. While they show off holiday party wear, representatives from participating retailers will introduce the clothing, talk about who designed it and where the audience can find it. The models will then remain in the clothing

and proceed to the party, giving guests a chance to mingle, see the clothing and designs up close and visit vendor booths. “The fact that one of my finals is a fashion show,” Harding said, “is the highlight is my semester.”

Rome runs at nationals Dallas High School cross country runner Regan Rome crossed the finish line in fourth place at the 2012 foot Locker Cross Country Championships – Northeast Regional at Van Cortlandt Park, Bronx, New York on Nov. 27 with a time of 18:14. The win earned her the opportunity to compete in the national finals. The top 10 boys and the top 10 girls in the Northeast Regional seeded races qualified to compete against runners from the South, Midwest and West Regional meets in the Foot Locker Cross Country Championships National Finals on Saturday, Dec. 8 at Morley Field, Balboa Park in San Diego, Calif. ROME

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Four-year-old Alder Weingartner, of Hunlock Creek, hopes for a slice of pie for dessert at the Sweet Valley Volunteer Fire Company ham dinner.

Ham, ham and more ham in Sweet Valley

Laura Adams, of Harveys Lake, will display her drawings and paintings of animals at the Forty Fort branch of Citizens Bank through the month of December.

he Sweet Valley Volunteer Fire Co. held its final ham dinner of the year on Nov. 10 at the Sweet Valley Fire Hall.

Adams displays art work The Forty Fort branch of Citizens Bank is currently hosting an exhibit of artwork by Laura Adams, of Harveys Lake and Marge Rosa, of Avoca. The twowoman show features drawings and painting of animals, primarily dogs but also includes other furry friends. Adams is a graduate of Kutztown University with a degree in graphic design. She is a self-employed artist specializing in pet portraits created in graphite, watercolor or mixed media. She resides at Harveys Lake with Pudgy, her Pekinese. Rosa primarily creates portrai-

tures of Scotties in watercolor and has painted dozens of pet portraits. She is an expert dog trainer as well as a canine artist and regularly attends earth dog events as well as other competitions. Rosa resides in Avoca with her husband and several Scotties. The exhibit at the Citizens Bank is free and open to the public during regular banking hours. The bank is located on the corner of Wyoming Avenue and Welles Street, Forty Fort. The exhibit will continue through the end of December. For additional information, contact Sue Hand at 675-5094.

KT houses will be judged on Dec. 16 The Kingston Township Recre-ter their house or nominate a ation Commission will conduct itsfellow resident’s home. Interestannual holiday house contest fored residents should notify the the residents of Kingston Town-Kingston Township administration office by noon on Dec. 14 ship. Nominations will be acceptedby phone at 696-3809 or via until noon on Dec. 14. Judgingemail at info@kingstontownwill take place on Sunday, Dec.ship.com. The name, address, phone number and contact in16. There will be prizes for first,formation of the nominee second and third place. Winnersshould be included. will be will be notified by Dec. 21 The Recreation Commission and also will be announced in thekindly requests that 2011 winDec. 21 township newsletter andners not participate in 2012 to allow other residents a chance Facebook status entry. Residents are encouraged to en-to compete.

Joe Chase Sr., of the Sweet Valley Volunteer Fire Company, carries a tray of ham, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans and rolls to a table.

DALLAS BOROUGH

Council makes 2013 financial decisions

Council authorized the borough engineer to solicit bids for the redesigned replacement of traffic signal mast arms at the intersection of State Route 309 and State Route 415. According to Carr, the light posts at this intersection have been repeatedMany financial decisions for ly stuck by vehicles and the borough petitioned PennDOT to 2013 were made during the Dal- move the traffic signal mast arms back. The project has been las Borough Council meeting approved by PennDOT. on Nov. 21. By MEGAN SCHNEIDER mschneider @mydallaspost.com

Council approved the proposed 2013 budget and authorized its advertisement. The total budget for 2013 is $1,140,000. The budget is available for review at the borough office. Council also approved a resolution to reduce the police officers’ pension plan member contributions to 2 percent for 2013 and set non-uniformed member contributions to one percent. It approved employee benefits contributions at six percent for medical, dental and vision and authorized advertisement of tax rates for 2013. According to Borough Secretary Tracey Carr, tax

rates will remain the same. Council authorized the borough engineer to solicit bids for the redesigned replacement of traffic signal mast arms at the intersection of State Route 309 and State Route 415. According to Carr, the light posts at this intersection have been repeatedly stuck by vehicles and the borough petitioned PennDOT to move the traffic signal mast arms back. The project has been approved by PennDOT. A proposal from Modern Nursery Tree Service for the removal of a fir tree damaged dur-

ing Hurricane Sandy was accepted. The proposal was for $850 and includes cutting and removal of the tree from the Kenneth Young Memorial Park. Council reaffirmed William Pieffer as the first alternate to the Dallas Borough Zoning Hearing Board with a term to expire on Dec. 31, 2013. It also appointed Benedict Sevenski as the second alternate with his term to expire on Dec. 31, 2014. In other business, borough council … • Approved Resolution 13 of 2012 which declared an emer-

gency due to severe rain and wind as a result of Hurricane Sandy on Oct. 29 and 30. • Approved a name change from Dallas Fire & Ambulance Inc. to Back Mountain Regional Fire & EMS Inc. •Approved the 2013 general insurance package, workers’ compensation coverage and bonds at annual rate of $41,316 as proposed by DGK Insurance. • Approved holiday bonuses for public work department employees at $100 for full-time employees and $50 for part-time employees. • Authorized a donation on $50 to the Post Scholarship Fund at Penn State WilkesBarre Campus in memory of Robert E. Post, former Dallas Borough councilman and mayor. The next Dallas Borough Council meeting will be held at 7 p.m. on Monday Dec. 17 in the borough building.

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Sunday, December 2, 2012

Harris dancers plan program

The students of the Joan Harris Centre will present “A Children’s Christmas” on Saturday, Dec. 8 and Sunday, Dec. 9 at the E. L. Meyers High School Auditorium in Wilkes-Barre. Traditional dances, inspirational lyrical pieces, narrative story telling and good oldfashioned song and dance routines will be staged to seasonal classics. The shows open with a large production number in the style of the Radio City Christmas Spectacular. The dancers will also host a

CIVIC BRIEFS

Legion auxiliary holds apparel sale

The Dallas American Legion Post 672 Ladies Auxiliary is holding a spirit wear sale. Samples are displayed in the club. Apparel being offered includes navy blue hoodies with white lettering, navy, gray or white long sleeve, short of vneck tees in small, medium large, 2X or 3X. To place orders, call 239-4896.

Music Box sets auditions for ‘Annie’

The Music Box Players will hold auditions for “Annie” from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 3 for girls ages 6 to 13, from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. for adults (ages 13 and over) and from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 4 for adults at the Music Box Dinner Playhouse, 196 Hughes St., Swoyersville. Performance dates are Fridays through Sundays, Feb. 1-24, 2013.

Bingo slated for Dec. 3

Bingo will be held on Monday, Dec. 3 at the Northmoreland Township Fire Hall in Centermoreland. Doors open at 5 p.m. and early birds start at 6:30 p.m. Food and beverage will be available. For more information, call Jim at 333-4906.

Arts, music celebration at Irem Clubhouse

A free arts and music celebration will be held from noon to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 5 at the Irem Clubhouse, 64 Ridgway Drive, Dallas. There will be art work by Deutsch Institute Verve Vertu Art Studio, Lake-Lehman High School and Penn State WilkesBarre. Live holiday tunes will be provided by Meghan Davis, harpist, 12:15 p.m.; Lake-Leh-

Toys for Tots Drop in partnership with the United States Marine Corps. All attending are invited to bring with them a new, unwrapped toy to donate to this cause. Tickets for A Children’s Christmas are $11 in advance and $13 at the door and are

available at the Joan Harris Centre’s campus in the Harris Conservatory in Luzerne. Curtain times for the Saturday performances are 1 and 5 p.m. and on Sunday, a matinee will begin at 2 p.m. For more information, call 287-7977.

Back Mountain dancers who will perform in the Joan Harris Centre’s production of ‘A Children’s Christmas’ on Saturday, Dec. 8 and Sunday, Dec. 9 are, from left, first row, are Erin Kelly, Shavertown; Sara Reichold, Dallas; Peyton LePore, Wyoming. Second row, Marlena Ostrowski, Hannah Ostrowski, Amy Santayana, Wyoming; Anna James, Jackson Township. Third row, Amanda Sedor, Andrea Tomlin, Rebecca Schnable, Dallas; and Kiera Gross, Trucksville.

man High School Chorus, 1 p.m.; Doug Smith Holiday Jazz Trio, 1:45 p.m.; Vocal Accord Barbershop Quartet, 2:30 p.m.

noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 8 at Dymond’s Farm, Brace Road, Dallas. Donation is $10.

Alzheimer’s group meets on Dec. 6

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The Dallas Alzheimer’s Support Group will meet at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 6 in the board room of the Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, 4 E. Center Hill Road, Dallas.

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Books remember lmany oved ones

Charles Dickens’ characters on display at library

The following memorial/ honor books have been added to the shelves of the Back Mountain Memorial Library for the month of November 2012: In memory of Marlene Reed, “How Children Succeed” by Paul Tough, presented by Kelly Bednar In memory of Butch Freeman, “Killing Kennedy” by Bill O’Reilly, presented by Mike and Mary Kay McHugh In memory of Fred Krohle, “The Big Screen” by David Thomson, presented by Mike and Kathy Barlow; “John Brown’s Spy” by Steven Lubert, presented by Leslie Horoshko In memory of Claire Shiner, “Barefoot Contessa Foolproof: Recipes You Can Trust” by Ina Garten, presented by Connie and Gerald John In memory of Cecilia Besecker, “Teach Yourself Visually

Word 2010” by Elaine Marmel, presented by Dr. and Mrs. Wm. Wilkie In memory of David Hall, “Knack Bridge for Everyone” by Deborah Crisfield, presented by Beth Rosenthal In memory of Helen Kishbaugh, “Marmee and Louisa” by Eve LaPlante, presented by MaryAnn and Don Hopkins In memory of Nancy C. Oliver, “Julie Andrews’ Treasury for All Seasons: Poems and Songs to Celebrate the Year” by Julie Andrews, presented by General Federation of Harveys Lake Women’s Clubs In honor of the marriage of Donna Posatko and William Jenkins, “Two in the Kitchen: A Cookbook for Newlyweds” by Christie Dufault and Jordan Mackay, presented by Bruce and Beth Rosenthal

versity. During his high school years, he obtained the rank of Eagle Scout in Troop 518 in Tunkhannock. He was employed as a civil and environmental engineer for EBI Consulting in Baltimore, Md. Surviving are his parents, George Ostrowsky, of Lancaster; and Mary Bell Ostrowsky, of Tunkhannock; his wife of 18 years, Tracy Groves-Ostrowsky; son, Noah; daughters, Zoe, Addison; brothers, Edward, of WyomOSTROWSKY – Kevin, of ing; Matthew, of Lewisburg; sisYork, formerly of Tunkhannock, ter, Kitt Bowman, of Tunkhandied Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2012, in nock; nieces and nephews. York Hospital. He was born in Tunkhannock SORBER - Clarence, 77, of on Sept. 12, 1967, was a graduate Shavertown, died Saturday, Nov. NEWELL - Karyn L., 39, of of Tunkhannock High School, 24, 2012, at Wilkes-Barre GenerNorristown, formerly of Dallas, Class of 1986, and of Wilkes Uni- al Hospital. died Saturday evening, Nov. 17, at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Md. She was born on May 16, 1973 and had lived in Montgomery County for the past 15 years, moving from Dallas. She earned an associates degree from Luzerne County Community College and bachelor’s degree from East Stroudsburg University. She was currently employed by Coram Healthcare Company. She was a member of the Evansburg United Methodist Church, the Harmony Chapter of Order of Eastern Star and the Rainbow Girls. Surviving are her husband, Troy R. Newell; her father, Eugene J. Kieczkajlo, Dallas; a daughter, Renata, home; sister, Carrie Kieczkajlo, Harveys Lake; paternal and maternal grandmothers, Jean Kieczkajlo, Kingston, and Lorraine Welch, Luzerne; aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Memorial donations to the Renata Newell Memorial Fund, c/o Linda Newell, 118 Newell Lane, Stroudsburg, PA 18360.

He was born in Lehman Township, attended Kingston High School and was a member of the Pennsylvania National Guard for 34 years. He was a member of St Mary’s Byzantine Catholic Church of Wilkes-Barre. He was formerly employed as a technician for Glen Carbonic. Surviving are his wife of 55 years, Irene “Ethel” Seman Sorber; sons, Ronald, Loganville, Ga.; Greg, Harveys Lake; Christopher, Staunton, Va.; daughters, Susan Constantin, Ferndale, Wash.; Lori Panzetta, Dallas; sisters, Judy Hodakowski, Dallas; Dorothy Rineheimer, Fairless Hills; 17 grandchildren; one great-grandchild. Memorial contributions to St. Mary’s Byzantine Catholic Church.

benezer Scrooge, along with Tiny Tim, Bob Crachit and other story characters from the Charles Dickens tale, will be on display at the Back Mountain Memorial Library through December. Alice Sallada will display her collection of Byers Christmas Carol Story Set from one of Dickens’ most beloved books. One of her favorite pieces is Marley’s ghost with all his dangling chains and money box. “He’s such a kick,” Sallada said about the piece. Also, in celebration of Charles Dickens’ 200th birthday this year, Sallada is loaning the library Royal Doulton figures she has collected over the past 35 years. The set includes 24 porcelain figurines. One of the figures was bought in a tea room in Canada’s historic Niagara-on-the Lake and the last two purchased to complete the set were bought in London. A former English teacher, Sallada resides in Dallas.

and the Wyco Supply Company in Tunkhannock. Surviving are his wife, the former Betty Lou Myers; sons, Mark, of Springville; Danny, of Mountain Top; brothers, George and John, of Tunkhannock; Thomas, of Silver Lake; sisters, Mary Kuffa, of Tunkhannock; Helen Sharp, of Florida; two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren.

ARTHUR - Naomi E., 91, of Tunkhannock, formerly of Bond Brook, N.J., where she lived for 40 years, died Monday, Nov. 19, 2012, in the Golden Living Center in Tunkhannock. She was born in Dalton on March 31, 1921. Surviving are her son, David M. Jr., of Iowa; daughter, BonLUCIDI - Sophia, 83, of Dallas, nie, of Tunkhannock; sister, Vina Coolbaugh, of Manchester, N.J.; died Sunday, Nov. 25, 2012, at three grandchildren and six Hospice Community Care, Geisinger South Wilkes-Barre. great-grandchildren. She was born in Plymouth and COLBENSON - Dorothy Gra- was a graduate of Plymouth ham, 103, of the United Metho- High School class of 1947. She dist Manor, Tunkhannock, for- was a secretary and auditor for merly of Maple Avenue, Tunk- Martz Trailways for 35 years unhannock, died Tuesday, Nov. 20, til her retirement in 1998. She was also a treasurer with White 2012. She was born in Tunkhannock Transit Relief Association of on Sept. 9, 1909, and was a life- Wilkes-Barre, affiliated with long resident of Tunkhannock, Martz. She was a member of Teamworking for 20 years at Fassetts/ Ben Franklin Department store sters Local union 401 as an office as a clerk/manager in the toy manager, a member of Geisinger Wyoming Valley Women’s Auxiland dry goods departments. She also volunteered as a iary and a member of Irem Wommath tutor for five years at the en’s Transportation Unit. She former St. Michael’s School for was also a member of the NantiBoys, Falls. She was a lifetime coke Chapter 174 Order of the member of the Wyoming County Eastern Star. Surviving is her son, Tony, Historical Society. She served on the Wyoming Dallas. County election board for many MOEN - Margaret “Peg” J., 86, years and was celebrated as the Tunkhannock Business and Pro- of Dallas, died Tuesday, Nov. 20, fessional Women’s Woman of the 2012, at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Plains Year in 1999. Surviving are daughters, Elsie Township. She was born in Scranton, was Puza, Tunkhannock; and Shirley Cokely, Springville; 10 grandchil- educated in the Scranton area dren; 20 great-grandchildren; 24 school system and was a gradugreat-great-grandchildren; and ate of Penn State University, one great-great-great-grandchild. State College. She retired from the PennsylMemorial donations to the Wyoming County Historical So- vania Liquor Control Board ciety, Harrison Street, Tunkhan- where she worked as a manager of various liquor stores in the arnock. ea. She was a member of the OrEDWARDS - John W. “Cracker Jack,” 64, of Hunlock Creek, der of the Eastern Star, Dallas, and Huntsville Christian died Saturday, Nov. 17, 2012. He was born August 9, 1948, Church, Jackson Township. Surviving are daughters, Sue in Hazleton and was a graduate of Walt Whitman High School in Gusher, Dallas; Barb Trojan, DalHuntington Station, New York. las; four grandchildren; three sisters, A Navy veteran of the Vietnam great-grandchildren; era, he enlisted in June 1967 and Anne Byer, Clarks Summit; Jane was stationed aboard the USS Thomas, State College; nieces Saratoga when he was dis- and nephews. Memorial donations to the Jucharged in November 1970. He was employed for 20 years by venile Diabetes Research FounUGI Electric in Hunlock Creek, dation, Eastern Pennsylvania Chapter, 225 City Line Ave., Baretiring two years ago. Surviving are his wife of 23 la Cynwyd, PA 19004 or to the years, the former Katherine Ah- American Cancer Society, 71 N. rens; his two dogs and cat; Franklin St., Suite 106, Wilkesaunts, uncles, nieces and neph- Barre, PA 18701. ews. JURISTA - Andrew J., of Tunkhannock, died Thursday, Nov. 22, 2012, in the Hospice Unit of Geisinger South Wilkes Barre. He was born in Eaton Township on Aug. 8, 1930. At the age of 17, he enlisted with the Army and served during the Korean Conflict. Prior to his retirement, he was employed as a mechanic for the Turrell Motor Company

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MORGAN - Robert, 87, of Shavertown, died Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2012, at home. He was born in Plymouth and attended the Plymouth schools. He was a self-employed linoleum contractor. He was a Navy veteran of World War II and a member of The Trucksville United Methodist Church. Surviving are his wife, the former Jane Mundy, with whom he celebrated 64 years of marriage; daughter, Gale Bachman, Wyoming; two grandchildren; brother, Edward Morgan, Newton, Iowa. Memorial donations to Trucksville United Methodist Church, 40 Knob Hill Road, Trucksville, Pa 18707.

Tunkhannock. She was a volunteer for the Back Mountain Memorial Library, Association of the Blind and Girl Scouts of America. Surviving are her children, Catherine Scarlata, Long Branch, N.J.; Sara Macedo, Bucyrus, Kansas; Barbara Zubko, Dallas; John W., Wallkill, New York; five grandchildren. Memorial donations to the SPCA of Luzerne County or Mercy Center, Dallas.

OLESON - Elda J., 90, of Dallas, died Sunday, Nov. 18, 2012, at Mercy Center, Dallas. She was born in Wilkes-Barre, and was a graduate of Meyers High School and White Plains Hospital School of Nursing. She spent her career as a registered nurse and administrator with White Plains Hospital in White Plains, N.Y. She was a member of the Shavertown United Methodist Church and also the Daughters of the American Revolution of

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Library citrus sale is favorite scene One of the favorite scenes around the Back Mountain Memorial Library is the delivery of fresh fruit for the annual citrus sale. Fruit previously ordered may be picked up from 3 to 5:30 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 7 or from 9:30 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Dec. 8. Amnesty Week Another popular time at the library is the annual Amnesty Week. This year it will be held from Monday, Dec. 10 to Saturday, Dec. 15. Any current fines for items returned late during this week will be waived. Meet Tux And one of the library’s most highly-anticipated family events is the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins Reading night. Come and celebrate the holidays with Mike O’Brien, Tux and star players from the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins in a lively reading program. All ages are welcome to attend at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 18 in the Children’s Room. Space is limited so families are asked to call the library at 675-1182 to reserve seats. The players will talk to the families about the importance of reading, about being a team player and about their careers as professional hockey players. Tux will then entertain the children with his antics as the players read holiday books to the children. Bring your questions, along with your memorabilia to be signed and get ready to have some fun with the Penguins. Holiday Open House Don’t forget to mark your calendars for the Back Mountain Memorial Library’s Annual Holiday Open House. This year the Open House will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 19 and Thursday, Dec. 20. Stop by the library on those days and enjoy light refreshments and soft instrumental holiday music. Friends extend thanks The Friends of the Back Mountain Memorial Library would like to thank everyone who supported their recent fundraiser at Leggio’s restaurant in Dallas. This event was well attended and very successful, largely due to the outstanding staff and service provided by this restaurant. Our sincere thanks to the owners of Leggio’s for supporting this important library fundraiser.

MOMENTS IN TIME The History Channel • On Dec. 5, 1933, the 21st Amendment to the U.S. Constitution is ratified, repealing the 18th Amendment and bringing an end to the era of national prohibition of alcohol in America. Utah became the 36th state to ratify the amendment, achieving the requisite three-fourths majority of states’ approval. • On Dec. 3, 1947, Marlon Brando’s famous cry of “STELLA!” first booms across a Broadway stage, electrifying the audience at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre during the first-ever performance of Tennessee Williams’ play “A Streetcar Named Desire.” • On Dec. 9, 1950, Harry Gold - who had confessed to serving as a courier of top-secret information on the atomic bomb - is sentenced to 30 years in jail for his crime. Gold implicated his brother-in-law and sister, Julius and Ethel Rosenberg, who were later convicted and executed for espionage. • On Dec. 5, 1964, the first Medal of Honor awarded for action in Vietnam is presented to Army Special Forces Capt. Roger Donlon of New York for his heroic action at Nam Dong. Donlon was shot in the stomach during an attack by hordes of Viet Cong. He stuffed a handkerchief into the wound, cinched up his belt and kept fighting. • On Dec. 8, 1982, “Sophie’s Choice,” starring actress Meryl Streep as a Holocaust survivor, opens in theaters. The “choice” in the film’s title refers to a terrible decision Streep’s character is forced to make, about which of her two children will live or die while in a concentration camp.

YOUR SPACE Jane Brennan, of Dallas, hit the camera button at just the right moment and captured this lightning strike during a storm in Ocean City, Maryland.

"YOUR SPACE" is reserved specifically for Dallas Post readers who have something they’d like to share with fellow readers. Submitted items may include photographs or short stories and should be sent via e-mail to news@mydallaspost.com, by

20 YEARS AGO – 1992

Nesbitt Memorial Hospital’s popular Candy Striping program opened its fall session with more than 70 participants. The program is comprised of girls and boys between the ages of 13 and 17 who volunteer their services to many hospital departments. Among the participants are Desiree ONLY Ahlum, ShaYESTERDAY vertown; Keri Bachman, Dallas; Jackie Gabhardt, Trucksville; Brianna Herron, Dallas; Blake Nagle, Dallas; Becky Nichol, Dallas; Jennifer Quimby, Hunlock Creek; Harmony Suda, Dallas; and Tiffany Suda, Dallas.

30 YEARS AGO - 1982

Dallas Area Gridder Jerry Rollman was named MVP for his performance in the DallasMeyers football contest. Rollman, defensive tackle and offensive guard, led the blocking for teammate Greg Kravitski and garnered six sacks in the Mountaineers’ victory. Back Mountain Library Story Hour members presented a giant bookmark to Dallas Mayor Paul LaBar in honor of Children’s Book Week. Participating children are: Amy Shoemaker, Marty Noon, Kevin Joseph, A.J. Wyce, Ann Moore, Sherry Love, Shaun Love, Greg Riley, Mike Vozniak, Allyson Jones, Jessica Kern, Robbie Campbell, Geanna Powelia, Jenifer Reese and Kelly Nelen.

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should include a self-addressed/stamped envelope. Items will be published in the order in which they are received. The editor of The Dallas Post reserveS the right to reject any items submitted for publication.

The mountains beyond Root reports were given and plans for the Tuesday night meeting were Hollow in Wyoming County discussed. Present at the meet- were the “happy hunting ing were Mesdames J.C. Flem- grounds” for local sportsmen ing, president; A.E. Fiske, Ray- during the bear season which mond Kunert, Lawrence Up- closed Saturday. There late dyke, Raymond Hidden, William Thursday afternoon Alva EggelHeapps, Edward Stair, Z.E. Gar- ston of Vernon shot a 400-pound inger, Edgar Brace, Ruth Fiske black bear, the largest killed and the hostess. hereabouts in many seasons. Powder and Wig Club, DallasAnthracite Chapter Future Franklin Township High School, Farmer’s of America elected Jowill present a three-act comedy, seph Hardisky president suc“He Couldn’t Marry Five,” toceeding Paul Carlin, and George night in the school auditorium. Stofila, vice president succeedSponsorship is by the Senior ing Card Ward at its reorganizaClass and all actors are seniors. Bob Achuff, Don Wiedner, Jessie tion meeting held in Dallas Carey, Yvonne Schlittler, Betsy Township High School. Information for “Only YesterBunney, Gloria Davis, Mary 50 YEARS AGO - 1962 Sholtis, Emma Stritzinger, Carol day” is taken from back copies of Mrs. Francis Desiderio will be Swisher and Shirley Welsh com- The Dallas Post which is 121 installed as president and Susie pose the cast. years ago. The information here Crispell as vice president at the is printed exactly as it originally meeting of Lake Township Dem70 YEARS AGO - 1942 appeared. ocratic Club, Wednesday at the Sportsman’s Club in Noxen. Other officers: secretary, Margaret STRANGE BUT TRUE Grey; assistant secretary, Elsie Franklin; treasurer, Anna Crake; By Samantha Weaver assistant treasurer, Frances Yan• It was revered civil-rights leader Mohandas Gandhi who made koski; chaplain, Betty Lopasky. the following sage observation: “Freedom is not worth having if it Altar and Rosary Society, St. does not connote freedom to err.” Therese’s Church, Shavertown, • If you’re afraid of rats and mice, you might not want to read the following tidbit: Those who study such things say that 60 will hold its annual Christmas percent of all the mammals on earth are rodents. Party December 5 in the Church • Athletes playing baseball on steroids have frequently been in Auditorium. Mrs. Edward Zathe news in recent years, but drugs are nothing new in America’s boski, general chairman, has apnational sport. During the late 1960s and throughout almost all of pointed the following committhe ’70s, Dock Ellis was a valued pitcher who played for several tee members: Telephone – Mrs. teams, including the Pittsburgh Pirates. On June 12, 1970, Ellis took Edward Kupstas, Mrs. John MiLSD, under the mistaken belief that it was an off day for his team. By the time he realized that the Pirates were scheduled to play halick; punch bowl – Mrs. Robagainst the San Diego Padres that evening, it was too late. The ert Dienne, Mrs. Norman drug proved to have no ill effect on Ellis; in fact, he pitched a Schoell; decorations – Mrs. Lono-hitter. When he recounted the event to a reporter 12 years later, ren Fiske; publicity – Mrs. Johe said he remembered only bits and pieces of the game, though seph Burns. he felt euphoric. Many years later, after being treated for addic-

awarded jackets and patches by the Dallas Lettermen-Booster Club. Members of the team are Wayne Evans, Barry Carle, Ed Connor, Craig Tupper, John Mulhern, Scott Wimmer, Gary Arcuri, Craig Kasper, Douglas Larson, John Hiller, Peter Calkins, Robert Wallace, Charles Griffin, Mark Arcuri, Michael Cybulski, Robert Goeringer, Roger Howell, Joseph O’Malia, Steve Summa, Douglas Wasserott and Michael Kasper. Karen Sue Lefko was named the recipient of the $500 scholarship awarded each year by the Dallas Junior Woman’s Club.

60 YEARS AGO - 1952

Mrs. Stanley Davies entertained officers and secretaries of 40 YEARS AGO - 1972 the Dallas Methodist WSCS at The Dallas Track team was her home Monday night when

tion, Ellis became a coordinator for an anti-drug program in California. • It’s been reported that Albert Einstein did not like to wear socks. • Historians say that Russia’s Peter the Great was nearly 7 feet tall.

“ W H AT I S T H E L A S T M O V I E YO U S AW I N A M O V I E T H E AT E R ? ”

“‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid.’ It’s about what kids go through when they go to school.” Noah Tripp Dallas

“I’m not sure. It might have been ‘Sherlock Holmes.’” Ed Frederick Dallas

“‘The Avengers.’ It was kind of like a super hero movie.” Rick Carrion Wilkes-Barre

“‘Courageous.’ It’s a Christian movie about men being dads and husbands. Susan Roskos Lake Louise

“‘Flight.’ Denzel Washington is an alcoholic airplane pilot who lands a plane upside down to save it. Krista Connolly Swoyersville

“‘Lincoln.’ It was fabulous. Well worth the money, beautifully done with strong political views.” Jane Kishbaugh Shavertown

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Some of the local dancers who will appear in the Moscow Ballet’s production of The Great Russian Nutcracker at the F. M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre are, from left, first row, Janice Lisman, Dallas; Elizabeth DeMarco, Tunkhannock; Megan Keiser, Tunkhannock; Brianna Grow, Tunkhannock; Grace Nicolai, Dallas; Abigail Zellner, Tunkhannock; Emma Davies, Tunkhannock; Sophie Burke, Tunkhannock. Second row, Jessica Dymond, Tunkhannock; Sydney Williams, Tunkhannock; Kailey Davis, Tunkhannock; Mary Grow, Tunkhannock; Jordan Wilson, Dallas; Gabrielle Grzymski, Dallas. Third row, Emily Grow, Tunkhannock; Alyssa Dragon, Dallas; Anna Giacometti, Dallas; Anna James, Jackson Township; Rachel Magnotta, Dallas; and Katie Greene, Tunkhannock.

Locals will dance in ‘Nutcracker’ The internationally touring ballet company, The Moscow Ballet will stage the classic Great Russian Nutcracker on Monday, Dec. 3 at the F. M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre. The show is part of the company’s 70 city tour. Several local

dancers from the Back Mountain area will appear with the professional troupe. The Moscow ballet the professional choreographer, Elisabeth Harris, from Dallas, will serve as the regional coordinator and trainer for the production. This

is the 12th year Ms. Harris has worked with the company. The Dallas resident has choreographed over 20 ballets and her students have performed with the Joffrey Ballet, the American Ballet Theater, the New York CityBalletandtheTampaBallet.

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Lake-Lehman Jr./Sr. High School students who will appear in today’s production of ’Annie Jr.’ are Hannah Kasko, Aleah Ashton, Katelyn Sincavage, Stephanie Chaga, Paige Eiswerth, Marina Malcomb, Julia Bucholtz, Jessica Salus, Carly Trapani, Gabi Fitzgerald, Courtney Richards, Amanda May and Jace Garnick. Absent at the time of the photo was Keara Gallagher.

‘Annie Jr.’ at Lake-Lehman today “Annie Jr.” will be presented at 2 p.m. today, Dec. 2 at LakeLehman High School. Tickets are $10 for reserved seating, $7 for general admission and $6 for students

through high school ages. Tickets may be obtained by calling 675-1761. Lake-Lehman Theatre Sets are designed and built by professionals Pam Pearson and Lar-

ry Scott with assistance from Dave and Kris Hall, Raine Scott, students and parents. Chris May served as costume coordinator and choreography was created by Bryn Harvey.

With help from second and third generations, light display returns children of their own - and their commitment to the project proved very difficult to keep. Mom and Dad were sad to see it go, but over the years reluctantly reduced the display to an average showing. Still, the passion for the elaborate displays of the old days burned in the hearts of these now young men. The talks began a year ago and the light display has been reignited. The large front field previously used by the family for the display is now home to the family business, Creekside Gardens and the gardens are alive with lights. With extra help from 8year-old Grayson Kukuchka and the garden center staff, the old

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HUMC will sell Country Cookbook

The Huntsville United Methodist Church will sell a Country Cookbook in time

for the holidays. Do you want to know how to make ice cream out of snow ...... it’s in there. How about making homemade jelly? It’s in there. The book will feature new

New library books The following new books have been added to the shelves of the Back Mountain Memorial Library, 96 Huntsville Road, Dallas, for the month of November 2012: EXPRESS “Poseidon’s Arrow” by Clive Cussler, “Notorious Nineteen” by Janet Evanovich, “A Wanted Man” by Lee Child, “The Last Man” by Vince Flynn, “The Buzzard Table” by Margaret Maron, “The Black Box” by Michael Connelly, “The Forgotten” by David Baldacci FICTION “The Perfect Hope” by Nora Roberts, “The Prodigal Son” by Colleen McCullough, “Notorious Nineteen” by Janet Evanovich, “A Wanted Man” by Lee Child, “The Last Man” by Vince Flynn, “The Black Box” by Michael Connelly, “The Forgotten” by David Baldacci, “Back to Blood” by Tom Wolfe, “The Secret Keeper” by Kate Morton, “The Cutting Season” by Attica Locke, “The Marseille Caper” by Peter Mayl, “The Fun Stuff, and Other Essays” by James Wood, “The House at Tyneford” by Natasha Solomons, “Devil’s Trill” by Gerald Elias, “Porch Lights” by Dorothea Benton Frank NONFICTION “Show Dog” by Josh Dean, “Bipolar Disorder” by Janell

M. Caponigro, “Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking” by Susan Cain, “The World Atlas of Beer” by Tim Webb and Stephen Beaumont, “The Joy of X” by Steven H. Strogatz MYSTERY “The Buzzard Table” by Margaret Maron, “A Christmas Garland” by Anne Perry, “The Corpse on the Court” by Simon Brett BOOKS ON CD “Poseidon’s Arrow” by Clive Cussler, “Dear Life” by Alice Munro, “Killing Kennedy” by Bill O’Reilly, “A Christmas Home” by Greg Kincaid, “Notorious Nineteen” by Janet Evanovich, “Mad River” by John Sandford, “Live by Night” by Dennis Lehane, “Angels at the Table” by Debbie Macomber, “The Perfect Hope” by Nora Roberts, “Live by Night” by Dennis Lehane, “Angels at the Table” by Debbie Macomber, “The Perfect Hope” by Nora Roberts, “The Black Box” by Michael Connelly, “Severe Clear” by Stuart Woods LARGE PRINT FICTION “The Twelve” by Justin Cronin “A Winter Dream” by Richard Paul Evans “A Winter Wonderland” by Fern Michaels…[et al.]

team is on fire with renewed vigor, bigger ideas and over 40,000 lights. The Four Firs is a quartet of singing lights performing nightly that are sure to delight. New versions of the old stand-bys are also featured and lights are in all the trees. Several staff members who remember the old displays as the grand finale of the family light tour are now excited to be a part of it themselves. The display will be lit nightly from dusk to 10 p.m. Anyone wishing to get more details on the new display or the history behind the tradition is encouraged to call Kevin Kukuchka at 836-3595 or email him at creeksidegardens@epix.net. and old ideas and will be filled with over 280 recipes. Cost is $15. To reserve a copy, email HUMC1877@gmail.com or call 477-3748.

‘The Gift’ returns

Back Mountain Harvest Assembly presents its annual outdoor Christmas musical, “The Gift,” at 6 and 8 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 14 and Saturday, Dec. 15; and at 6 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 16 at the church, 340 Carverton Road, Trucksville. Live animals, such as camels, horses, sheep and goats will all be part of the show which features new choreography and original music this year.

Free play at Sweet Valley church

A free Christmas drama, entitled “3 Guys Write a Christmas Play” will be held at 7 p.m. on Dec. 14 and 15 at the Sweet Valley Church of Christ, 5439 Main Road. A nursery and refreshments will be provided. The church is handicapped accessible. For more information, call 477-2320.

Rehearsing for a live radio show full of holiday cheer at the Dietrich Theatre are, from left, Joe Barone, Owen Frazier, Pam Frazier, Ian Frazier, Carol Broll and Hoyt Keiser.

Live radio holiday show at Dietrich Whether you remember crowding around a radio with your family to hear the latest radio drama or if you are among the younger set who cannot remember life without CD players or iPods, the Dietrich Radio Players invite you to join them for an evening that celebrates those golden days of radio. Eleven radio thespians will

present a live show full of holiday cheer and comedy at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 4 at the Dietrich Theater. Under the direction of radio personality Hoyt Keiser and master of sound effects Esther Harmatz, the group will perform Fibber McGee and Molly – “Fibber Paints a Christmas Tree White” which originally aired on Dec. 18, 1945 and My

Friend Irma – “Irma Wants Extra Money for Christmas” which debuted on Dec. 16, 1952. The show will close with The Abbott and Costello Program – “Lou Prepares for a Big Party” which hit the airwaves on Dec. 24, 1942. Admission to the show is free and tickets are available at the Dietrich’s ticket booth or by calling 996-1500.

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green beans, stewed tomatoes, whole wheat bread, fruited Jello with banana slices, margarine, milk and coffee. WEDNESDAY: Stuffed pepper, mashed potatoes, cream of mushroom soup, whole wheat bread, crackers, grapes and apricots, margarine, milk and coffee. THURSDAY: Baked fish with crumb topping on

side, broccoli/cauliflower gratin, wild rice, whole wheat bread, ketchup, tartar sauce, peaches and “cream,” margarine, milk and coffee. FRIDAY: Honey glazed turkey, steamed green beans, baked butternut squash, whole wheat dinner roll, pumpkin pudding parfait with gingersnaps, margarine, milk and coffee.

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 Dec. 2: MONDAY: BBQ beef brisket, corn, roasted red potatoes, wheat dinner roll, ice cream sandwich, margarine, milk and coffee. TUESDAY: Baked macaroni and cheese with ham,

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Well over 20 years ago, Tom and June Kukuchkas in Tunkhannock enjoyed creating a large display of holiday lights with the help of their three young boys, Kevin, Eric and Jeff. This was no ordinary display. A large train of lights built by homemade construction and also a Peace on Earth sign were two of the largest features. Lights in every tree and on every shrub were a must. This display was always a community favorite and easily viewed by a then much more lightly traveled Route 29 just outside downtown Tunkhannock. After many memorable years, the boys went off to college, got married, started and joined family businesses, moved away, had

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EHRET FAMILY RECOGNIZES DHS MINI THON

The Lake-Lehman School District invites parents and children to the third installment of the Kindergarten Readiness Program for the 2012-2013 school year. The program is scheduled for Dec. 11, 12 and 13 and will feature â&#x20AC;&#x153;Math Readiness.â&#x20AC;? Faculty will discuss math strategies that will help parents prepare their child for kindergarten.

Activities for the children may include a snack, story time and craft. The schedule is as follows: Ross Elementary - Tuesday, Dec. 11; Lake-Noxen Elementary - Wednesday, Dec. 12 and Lehman-Jackson Elementary Thursday, Dec. 13. All programs start at 9 a.m. Parents are asked to register for the third installment by calling their elementary

school office. Phone numbers are: Ross Elementary - 4775050 or 256-7897; Lake-Noxen Elementary - 639-1129; Lehman-Jackson Elementary 675-2165. This program is only for children who will be 5 years of age prior to before Sept. 1, 2013, and are planning to enter kindergarten for the 20132014 school year at Lake-Lehman.

The Dallas High School Mini Thon sponsored its first-ever candlelight vigil in memory of Corey Ehret. The Ehret family recently recognized the Dallas High School Club for its efforts in battling childhood cancers. From left, are Mary Ehret, AJ Nardone, Jenny Cave, Stef Cybulski, Kelsie Sincavage, Patrick Newhart and Olivia Birdsall.

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;Annie Jr.â&#x20AC;? will be held today, Dec. 2 at 2 p.m. at the Lake-Lehman Junior/Senior High School. Tic4ets are $10 for reserved seats, $7 for general admission adult and $6 general admission student. To reserve tickets, call the box office volunteer at 6751761.

works from the classical repertoire. The recital is free and open to the public. For more information, call 270-2192.

Cookies and treats will be served to children during a story time at 12:30 p.m.

Sem Singers and Chorale plan concert

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Members of the Children of Light and Chapel Chimes of the Shavertown United Methodist Church who will participate in Carols by Candlelight on Dec. 9 are, from left, first row, Elle Young, Athena Evans, Zachary Crahall, Ryan Cooper, Stephanie Wall. Second row, Allie Hrivnak, Rachel Chamberlain, Patrick Frame, Christian Shedlock, Noah Cooper, Charlie Kappler, Matthew Oley. Third row, Chloe Miller, Emily Crahall, Bella Farina, Noah Civiletti, Bridget Frame, Lauren Chapple and Carly Kappler.

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Dallas High School 1993 grads Steve McCafferty, left, and Jim Fazzi pose for a photo before the annual alumni soccer game.

Dallas soccer alumni moms Kathy Murray, right, and Diane Domzalski watch their sons play in the alumni soccer game.

Soccer coach Chris Scharff, left, makes a pass as Nick Zabriski, Class of 2011, defends.

SOCCER and CAMARADERIE Annual Dallas High School Alumni Soccer Game gets bigger and better every year. By TOM ROBINSON For the Dallas Post

Johnny Sheehan’s roots as goalkeeper made him comfortable directing the teammates in front of him. When it came time for a group of players from different eras to quickly form into a team for the Dallas High School Alumni Game in bitter, windy conditions on a Saturday morning two days after Thanksgiving, it was Sheehan who took charge. Sheehan positioned his teammates, noting that the presence of three goalies might be useful against younger opponents. His light-hearted approach – “hey, are you guys any good?” he shouted to the high school players as they lined up – helped set the tone for the game’s mood. Sheehan, who settled into the stopper position while brothers Mike and Tim Raub shared goalie duties, was the most vocal player on the field, clearly having fun now that he’s become part of an annual gathering that has lasted about a quarter of a century. While he took a break on the sideline, however, Sheehan finished talking about the game by

“He’s pretty much the reason these guys in blue have the chance they do every year.” John Sheehan About the late John McCafferty

pointing out an important serious side to the day. The game began under John McCafferty, a native of Scotland who started the Dallas High School program in 1981 and is one of those most responsible for the Back Mountain being at the center of soccer’s development in northeastern Pennsylvania. “He’s pretty much the reason these guys in blue have the chance they do every year,” Sheehan said of McCafferty, who immediately turned the Mountaineers into a championship program that reached the state final and two other state quarterfinals under his guidance. “The roots in the program started with John and the life lessons he taught every one of us, even after he finished coaching.” It was McCafferty’s illness and death in November 2010 that sparked a boost in interest in the Alumni Game, including making

BILL TARUTIS PHOTOS/ FOR THE DALLAS POST

Dallas High School 1987 grad John Sheehan makes a save in practice before the annual Dallas alumni soccer game at Lt. Michael Cleary Field.

it a mandatory part of Sheehan’s plans. Attendance spiked in the past two years, leading to one of the two adjustments that booster club vice president and alumni game committee chair Kathy Murray had to make in this year’s t-shirt orders.

Murray increased the order of light and dark blue t-shirts, used as jerseys for the game, to 60. She also adjusted e the order for XXL, which allowed for necessary use over sweatshirts and/or for adjustments to the effects of age. Murray said alumni not part of the extensive contact list the club

BILL TARUTIS PHOTOS/ FOR THE DALLAS POST

Raising funds with JEWELRY

TOP LEFT PHOTO: Senior Cara Pricher, left, of Dallas, senior Fallyn Boich, of Mountain Top, senior Madeline Mulhern, of Dallas, and freshman Julia Baloh, of Shavertown, practice modeling rings before the event. TOP RIGHT PHOTO: Dallas Booster Club event coordinator Denise DeLuca, right, shows off hors d’oeuvres at Appletree Terrace at Newberry Estates during the jewelry fundraiser.

he Dallas High School lacrosse team held its annual jewelry fundraiser at Appletree Terrace at Newbery Estates on Nov.18. BOTTOM RIGHT PHOTO: Sheila Davis, right, of Larksville, holds Female members of the team modeled the jewelry. Denise De- up an earring with Kathie Davis, of Dallas, at the jewelry fundraiser for the Dallas High School lacrosse team at Newberry Estates. Luca was coordinator of the event.

manages can add themselves by passing along information to head coach Chris Scharff or any booster club officer. “The turnouts have been better the past couple of years,” said Tim Raub, while visiting on the sideline with Steve McCafferty, son of the former coach. “We’re

getting some of the older guys who are more than just a couple of years removed from school.” The alumni forms one team, with the assistance of younger legs from an occasional son or daughter who joins in the action. See SOCCER, Page 10

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KIWANIS PURCHASES SCHOOL LUNCHES

The Dallas Kiwanis Club recently donated funds to support five Dallas School District students in purchasing school lunches for the remainder of the year. The project, established last school year by Kiwanis past president Beverly Atherholt, pays for school lunches for students in need who do not otherwise qualify for the federally-sponsored free or reduced lunch program in the district. From let, are Dr. Thomas Duffy, Dallas Middle School principal; Leslie Piccini, food service director, Metz; Cliff Parker, Kiwanis treasurer; and Beverly Atherholt, Kiwanis past president.

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fessional assessment and determine if there are water problems at the current police station. Resident Jason Miller asked council if residents could volunteer to do handy work at the current station and if the borough could cover the cost of materials. “We’ve been talking about

this too damn long and nothing gets done,” said Miller. Blaine added that the borough has the funds available in its restricted cash account to fix plumbing and water issues. The council passed Boice’s proposal. Giordano suggested running a pipe under the road to connect the police station to the borough building. Borough Secretary Susan Sutton stated that the borough officials looked into having this done before and that the cost was very high.

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ED HAHN INDUCTED INTO DALLAS LIONS CLUB

The Dallas Lions Club inducted Ed Hahn into the club during a recent dinner meeting at the Metro Bar and Grill. Joseph Czarnecki conducted the induction. From left, Lion sponsor Larry Spaciano, Czarnecki and Hahn.

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The ‘Classic’ Country Line Dancers recently paid a visit to Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Dallas and entertained residents with energetic, boot stomping fun as well as funny stories and jokes by Handi the Clown. From left, are Toni Weiss, instructor; Catherine Kearney, Carol Armillei, Adrienne Fine, Leona Kuttenberg, Elaine Kindler, Fran Holtzman, Geri McNulty, Sue Mazzocchi, Mary Dixon, Jeannie Sickler, Sarah Derhammer, Nancy Mentyka and Carol Elston as “Handi” the Clown.

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that decision was not made until approximately 6:20 a.m. McGovern said that some Lake-Lehman students get picked up by 6 a.m. For his district, the decision to have a two-hour delay or a cancellation needs to be made no later than 5:45 a.m. before buses are on the road. Because snow didn’t start to fall until later in the morning on Tuesday, McGovern felt it was safer to get students to school before the roads got worse, and then wait it out until the end of the day when roads were clear. “The only time it gets tricky is when the private schools make a different decision,” said McGovern. West Side Career and Technical Center also had a two-hour delay on Tuesday. “This is one of the first times we have had a situation like this arise,” he said. Because of the communication between districts, schools are usually on

In other business: • The 2013 preliminary budget was made available and is at the borough office for anyone who wishes to inspect it. • Council approved a $250 donation to the Back Mountain Memorial Library. • Announced the borough Christmas party will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. on Dec. 15 at the Lakeside Skillet Ballroom. • The next Harveys Lake Borough Council meeting will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 18 in the Borough building.

CHARLOTTE BARTIZEK/ FOR THE DALLAS POST

A two-inch snowfall delayed school buses and inconvenienced shoppers like 80-year-old Stanley Mickus, of Dallas, who waited at Fernbrook Corners for the county bus to take him shopping.

the same schedule but on Tuesday, Lake-Lehman students who attend West Side CTC were given a study hall period until buses were up and running. Before decisions are made, both Galicki and McGovern contact the director of the bus companies serving their respective districts. For Dallas School District, that means calling Jeff Emanuel, whom

Galicki relies on to give him an evaluation of roads in the district. If Emanuel feels the roads are slick, he will offer an opinion on whether the district should have a delay or a closing. If officials change the status from a delay to a closing, they make that decision by 8:30 a.m. before buses are on the road. In other weather situations, like when an overnight storm is

PEOPLE BRIEFS

MU students tour Philadelphia exhibit

Misericordia University students Andrea Carr, Marina Painter, Maia Painter and Jacob Hebda, all of Dallas, and Nick Delmar, of recently toured the “Maya 2012: Lords of Time” exhibit at the University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology in Philadelphia for an Honors Exploration Seminar. The special exhibit takes visitors back to the time of the ancient Mayans and their complex calendar system and civilization through various inter-

active experiences.

King’s students participate in forum

King’s College students Laura Panzitta, of Dallas, Lauren Parrish, of Trucksville, and Christopher Prater and Laurie Shevock, both of Shavertown, recently participated in the Eighth Annual Forum of the McGowan School of Business at the Union League of Philadelphia. Panzitta is a senior majoring in accounting, Parrish is a junior majoring in business management, Prater is a junior majoring in finance and Shevock is a

SPORTS BRIEFS

Rock Rec basketball season begins

BILL TARUTIS/ FOR THE DALLAS POST

Participants gather for a photo at halftime of the Dallas alumni soccer game.

SOCCER Continued from Page 9

Scharff is also on their side despite being a Lake-Lehman graduate who went against some of the players in the early years of the rivalry between the two schools. The high school team forms the opposition, with a few recent graduates and players who will join the program in the near future rounding out the roster. Sheehan makes it part of his holiday weekend. He returns

from his home in State College to visit family and long-time friend Matt Lipo for Thanksgiving. There is a Friday night reunion for the soccer alumni on the same weekend each year, followed by the Saturday morning game. “We reminisce for a while on Friday night, then come out here and have a good run out for two hours,” Raub said. Players and parents from the program continue that reminiscing as they arrive minutes before the start. The game, despite being informal without officials, is well played. The alumni even fought off

whatever rust was in its collective game to score first about 10 minutes into this year’s contest. “We’ve got to get them early while we still have energy,” Raub said. Then, we bunker down and hide, put everyone back and let the young kids just play around with it.” When that doesn’t work, there is another way for the alumni to come out winners on their annual trip down Memory Lane. “We go to a shootout at the end every year,” Raub said. “We just say ‘the alumni win.’ Whether it’s legal or not, we always win.”

The Rock Recreation Center is accepting registration applications for the 2013 Upward basketball season. The league is open to girls and boys Pre-K through sixth grade. Player evaluation day and registration are Saturday, Dec. 8. Practice begins the week of Jan. 2. Games begin Saturday, Jan 19 with the final game set for Saturday, March 16. For more information, contact The Rock Rec Center at 6962769.

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anticipated, decisions are made a little differently. “We like to make a decision by 10 p.m. when there is a storm pending so it can make the 10 or 11 p.m. news,” Galicki said. In the case of a cancellation, every district handles make-up days differently. Galicki has found that working snow days into the end of the year works best for his district. He noted that some districts will take days out of extended holidays such as Easter break but because families tend to make travel plans during those times, attendance is poor. If there is a delay, the school day counts as a full day. McGovern said that, in delay scenarios, elementary classes determine their schedule by room while students in upper grades follow a condensed schedule. High school students have each of their scheduled classes, although they are shortened. Both superintendents stressed their main concern when making these decisions is the safety of the students, personnel and drivers.

senior majoring in accounting. The event consists of a onehour mentoring session, many led by King’s alumni, followed by a meal in a professional business setting and a presentation by a guest speaker.

Thede is finalist for Sem Service Award

William Thede, of Dallas, was one of eight Wyoming Seminary seniors nominated for a 2012 Alumni Service Award during Sem’s recent Homecoming festivities. The award recognizes exceptional student leadership and service to the campus community. be used. Games will be played on weekends. All area intramural and travel teams are welcome All area individual players seeking a team can sign up online as well Divisions will be set to insure fair competition. More information and sign up sheets available online at www.bmysa.org. Registration closes Dec. 31.

Futsal league planned Fastpitch players for PSU/WB are sought

Back Mountain Youth Soccer will host an indoor Futsal/ Soccer league Jan. 11 through March for ages U6 to highschool age at the Penn State/ Wilkes-Barre campus gymnasium. FIFA futsal ball and rules will

The Endless Mt Blast U14 travel fastpitch program is still looking for a few qualified players to round out its teams for the upcoming season. Anyone interested is asked to call 840-6433 or email ronh@sbsmod.com.

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TUNKHANNOCK AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT Director of Special Education position available in the Tunkhannock Area School District. Special Education Supervisors Certificate is required. Must have an understanding of Special Education Law, knowledge of state computerized reporting systems, ability to work with diverse student population. Strong interpersonal skills/ability to work with administrators, parents, students and staff on a daily basis. Salary is negotiable. Applicants should submit an application packet which should include: Standard PA Teaching Application, letter of interest, resume, transcripts, PA Certification, Act 34, Act 151, Act 114 FBI clearances, Praxis or NTE test scores and three letters of reference to Michael Healey, Superintendent of Schools, Tunkhannock Area School District, 41 Philadelphia Avenue, Tunkhannock, PA 18657. Application deadline- 12/21/2012.

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Antiques & Collectibles

YEARBOOKS. COUGHLIN (25) 1928-1980, GAR, (22) 1928-2006, MEYERS, (22) 19571981, WYOMING VALLEY WEST, (11) 1970-1992. NANTICOKE, (2) 19711979, PITTSTON, (11) 1967-1981HANOVER (6) 1951-1981 MINT. Prices vary depending on condition. $20-$40 each. Call for further details and additional school editions. 570-825-4721 arthurh302@ aol.com

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1930-1970’s Guitars, Microphones Radio/Amplifier Tubes and Theater Sound Equipment. Call Don Sugar Loaf NY. 715-377-2558

CASH PAID

Guns & gun parts, Civil War items, military items, US & German, swords, daggers & knives. Old toys and coins. Fishing equipment. Private Collector 570-417-9200

742

Furnaces & Heaters

OIL TANKS (2)

275 gallon indoor oil tanks. Very good condition. Converted to gas. $125. each. Call 570-760-2793

744

Furniture & Accessories

CHAIRS, (2) Genuine leather, custom made recliners. Taupe color, like new. $550 each. 570-675-5046 DEN FURNITURE Wood/cloth. Regular size sofa, chair and ottoman. Coffee table, 2 end tables. Excellent condition. $325 for all. 570-675-5046 TABLE, Kitchen Oval, wooden. Formica top. Good condition. $25. 570-824-7015

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Machinery & Equipment

SNOW BLOWER. Craftsman. 12 HP, 32” dual stage. Electric start. Track Drive. $525. 570-675-5046

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Office Equipment

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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.

CHIHUAHUA PUPS

Vet certified. All males, black & white and brown & white. $350. Ready 12/20. Great lap dogs. No papers. Deposit will hold. 570-648-8613

POMERANIAN

AKC, 11 weeks, 1 male, black $400. 1 sable male, 11 weeks $400. 1st & 2nd shots Vet checked. Home Raised. Champion blood line. 570-864-2643

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776 Sporting Goods SKI RACK Barrecrafters Sierra SX-ll. Adjusts to 40”52”. Holds 5 pairs skis or 2 snowboards. Never used. $25. 570-709-1288

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Apartments/ Unfurnished

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HAPPY HOLIDAYS! DALLAS 3 bedroom, 2 bath, modern country kitchen with Corian counters, family room with fireplace, wet bar and walkout to patio, multi-level decks. All appliances included. $217,000. 570-675-0446 evenings. LAFLIN

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(2) New 2 bedroom apartments, tile kitchen and bath, washer/dryer hookup, off street parking, stove and dishwasher incl. $600-$700/month plus utilities. 570-237-2076

FORTY FORT

570-288-1422

20 OLD MILL RD For Sale By Owner Beautiful Custom Built. Minutes from I-81 Turnpike & Casino. Move In Condition! 3 to 4 bedroom Tri-level, Master bath, 2 full baths & 1 powder room, central vacuum system. Living & dining rooms, family room with fireplace. Gas heat, central air, large basement, deck, three car garage & 2nd large lot included..... $395,000 570-237-0101

AMERICA REALTY RENTALS Forty Fort

Office Location! “Professionally Managed” 1-2 bedrooms starting respectively $625 + utilities / $750 + utilities. Descriptive details available. ALL 2 YEAR LEASES/ EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATION / NO PETS / SMOKING. PERFECTLY REMODELED & IMMACULATE!

KINGSTON

1472 S. Hanover St. Well maintained bi-level. This home features 2 bedrooms, 1 3/4 baths, recreation room with propane stove. Walk out to a 3 season porch. Professionally landscaped yard. 1 car garage, storage shed, new appliances, ceiling fans. Close to LCCC. $153,900. Call 570-735-7594

SHAVERTOWN

9 room house, 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, heated sunroom, 2 car attached garage. 570-947-1200 YATESVILLE 603 Willow Crest Dr

TOWNHOUSE

Just reduced by owner, $174,000. Move in condition. 2 bedroom, 2 bath upstairs, downstairs, powder room/shower, large sunroom/ Franklin stove. Wrap around deck. Partially finished basement. MUST SEE! 570-235-1553

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425 West 8th Street 2nd floor, 2 bedroom with off street parking, washer/ dryer hook up, stove. No pets. $525/mo + security. Sewer & garbage included, other utilities by tenant. 570-760-0458

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Building/ Construction/ Skilled Trades

MECHANICAL CONTRACTOR Seeking individual for office position in areas of estimating, purchasing, submittals, change orders, computers, etc. This individual should have experience in the construction field, office experience is not necessary. Comprehensive benefits package.

E.O.E.

Send resumes and salary requirements in confidence to: c/o Times Leader Box 4230 15 N. Main Street Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0250 522

Education/ Training

522

Education/ Training

Dallas School District- EOE

Long Term Sub Middle School Special Education

NANTICOKE

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2nd floor, 2 bedrooms, washer, dryer, fridge, stove & heat included. $685/month + security. No pets. 570-332-9355

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PARSONS

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DVDS 5 baby Einstein DVDs, 1 Baby Genius DVD. Asking $25 for all 6. Retail is $25 A PIECE!! For ages 0-48 months. Call for details Great condition! 570-7046185

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Bright, spacious, 3 bedroom 1st floor duplex in beautiful residential neighborhood. Wall to wall, living & dining rooms, kitchen with refrigerator, gas stove, dishwasher, garbage disposal, washer/dryer, air & full basement. Front & rear porches, offstreet parking & garage. $925/ month + utilities. Security & references required. No pets or smokers. (570)905-4342

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.

566 Sales/Business Development

The position is available on or before 12/18/12 April 2013. PA Special Education Certificate required. For details visit the Employment page of the district web site, www.dallassd.com. Application packets must be received by Deadline: Noon, December 10, 2012 522

Education/ Training

522

Education/ Training

DALLAS SCHOOL DISTRICT EOE

Career Awareness Coordinator

This position is part time, maximum 15 hours per week, hourly compensation according to the Collective Bargaining Agreement. PA certified in Secondary Guidance preferred. Refer to the district web site, www.dallassd.com, Employment page for more information DEADLINE: Noon, November 30, 2012

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1 bedroom apartment. $400/ month + utilities & 1 month security. 139 Sambourne St. Section 8 OK. No pets. 570-460-6173

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

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2 bedroom, refrigerator and stove included, washer/dryer hookup, no pets or no smokers. $500 per/ month + utilities. References, security & lease. 570-825-5138

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FROM SIDE ENTRANCE TO MOHEGAN SUN CASINO High traffic, approximately 900 sq. ft. Convenient location. $1,600. month. Some utilities paid by owner. 570-760-5530

Victorian charm, 3 bedroom, 1 bath 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

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3 bedrooms, back yard, basement. $550/month + utilities and sewer. 570-332-5723

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$7,990

$14,990

TO CHOOSE FROM

$17,990

STARTING AT

TO CHOOSE FROM

$14,990 $14,990 $15,990 $16,990 $16,990 $16,990

$7,990

STARTING AT

$18,990

$22,990 $23,990 $25,990 $25,990 $27,990

$8,990

*As Traded vehicles are sold AS IS with no warranty. Tax and tags extra. Photos of vehicles are for illustration purposes only. Coccia Ford is not responsible for any typographical errors. No Security Deposit Necessary. See dealer for details. Sale ends DECEMBER 31, 2012.

CALL NOW 823-8888 1-800-817-FORD Overlooking Mohegan Sun 577 East Main St., Plains

Just Minutes from Scranton or W-B

VISIT US AT WWW.COCCIACARS.COM