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he photo, shown above, offers a perspective on the archway of the Waverly Community House by Clarks Summit resident Alyssa Amori. “I rarely go anywhere without my camera. Every time you go out, there is something new; a different feel or look. I love being outside to take picture of nature,” Amori said. For the full story on Amori and the art display at the Glenburn Township Municipal Building, see Page 9.
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larks Summit resident Kaitlyn Davis,17, braved cold temperatures and throngs of people to bear witness to history last week. The Scranton Prep senior attended the second inauguration of President Barack Obama Jan. 21, standing on the Mall with about an estimated million other onlookers as the president took his public oath of office. “It was incredible,” she said. “It was packed, it was really exciting.” Davis attended the event as the culmination of a high school leadership conference called the National Youth Leadership Forum. “I was there with Davis about 2,000 other kids from around the country,” she said of the conference. Davis said she had a good view of the Capitol and her group was positioned near a large video screen. The screen displayed messages from President Obama, past presidents and celebrities while the crowd waited for the proceedings to begin. Close to the Capitol was the “secured area,” she said. The people there needed badges to gain entry. Behind that was the area open to the general public. “We were in the general area— about halfway down the Mall,” she said. “We wanted to make sure we had a good spot.” As part of the conference, Davis and fellow attendees listened to talks given by government officials, journalists and other luminaries. Speakers included retired U.S. Army General Wesley Clark and former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice. Journalists Bob Woodward and Nick Clooney spoke about the Watergate scandal. See Inauguration, Page 3
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NEWTON TWP. - An order of the Court of Common Pleas of Lackawanna County in favor of Newton Township residents Richard and Sandra Albright was reversed Jan. 10 as the result of an appeal made by the Township Board of Supervisors. The dispute began in 2009 when the Albrights started to build a tennis court on their property and were informed by the township that a tennis court qualifies as a structure, subjecting it to setback and/or permit requirements under Township Zoning Ordinance. The Albrights argued those claims, providing the Township with a copy of Pennsylvania Commonwealth Court’s decision in the 1978 Klein vs. Township of Lower Macungie. According to the Albright’s attorney Frank Tunis, in this decision, “the Court—under an almost identical township ordinance—concluded that a tennis court did not constitute a structure subject to any setback requirements.” Tunis said the Albrights received a cease and desist notice dated Dec. 17, 2009 demanding they achieve compliance in “all applicable yard and set back requirements and other standards in connection with the installation of a tennis court and related facilities/ structures on their property.” The Albrights filed an ap-
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Summit kitchen while baking and fashioning oes Judy Detter eat commissioned cakes for her customers’ parties and a lot of cake? No, celebrations. While she but every so often she has a craving for cake bakes mostly birthday or an idea for a new fla- cakes, some of the other vor and her family has to orders she receives are for graduations, baptisms, do their share of tastecommunions, anniversaries, testing. football, retirement parties The baker referred to and even a few weddings. her family as “absolutely She offers chocolate, champs,” because they once tasted a dozen batch- vanilla, yellow, butter cake – all es of butter cream frosting and marble the basic until she arrived at the perfect recipe. “My husband said, ‘That’s it,’ and the girls gave a thumbs up,” said Detter of her family’s willingness to lend their taste buds. Detter, Clever Cakes & Cupcakes owner, winds down in her Clarks
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Keith Eckel, Newton Township donated a 32.4-acre parcel of what was his grandfather’s farm land on Port Royal Road, Newton Township to Marley’s Mission.
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Benefactors Keith Eckel and Denise Vitali Burne provide ’Hope’ for area children. BY JOAN MEAD-MATSUI Abington Journal Correspondent
Keith Eckel, Newton Township and Denise Vitali Burne, Berwyn, formerly of Clarks Summit are recipients of the “Saddle of Hope” award, which recognizes an individual who “has inspired members of Marley’s Mission and has made a significant, positive impact in the lives of others.”
The community is invited to join members of The Marley’s Mission Board of Directors at the Vitali Burne Third Annual Blue Ribbon Gala Feb. 16 at The Hilton Hotel and Conference Center in Scranton, as they honor Eckel and Vitali Burne. Eckel, who donated a 32.4acre parcel of what was once his See Gala, Page 11
cakes – but she will also whip up a red velvet, coconut, peanut butter, strawberry and lemon. “Most people go for the basics unless it’s a special event…,” she said. Detter said her baking business took shape four years ago when her daughter was in preschool. She baked cakes for close friends and family. A Wilton Cake Decorating class at a hobby store was the “icing on the cake” for her. “I felt like I found that missing little creative piece, and it made me want to come back here (to her kitchen) and start experimenting and continue practicing what I had just learned.”
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REMINDERS DAILY EVENTS January 30: Marcellus Shale Panel Discussion, in the Amato Auditorium, Wyoming Seminary Lower School, 1560 Wyoming Avenue, Forty Fort at 7 p.m. Presented by The Louis Maslow STEM School at Wyoming Seminary. Nine panelists representing elected public officials, the natural gas extractionindustry, area university researchers and professional geologists will give their answers to the question: “What is the one thing you think the public needs to know about gas drilling?” Cost: free. Info: rbartron@wyomingseminary.org. February 1: “Rock The House”, at Baxters Bar and Grille, Dunmore, from 5 p.m. – 2 a.m. Featuring live music all night from Coal Town Rounders, Backdraft, Take 3 and Chixy Dix. Happy Hour from 5 – 8 p.m. includes food and drink specials. Also includes basket raffles and 50/50 drawing. Must be 21 to enter. Benefits Leadership Lackawanna’s project for Friendship House to raise awareness for foster care services in NEPA. Cost: $10 cover 5 - 8 p.m. and $5 cover 8 p.m. – 2 a.m. February 2:
Griffin Pond Animal Shelter Volunteer Meeting, at Lackawanna College, 501 Vine St., Scranton, at 11 a.m. The Greater Scranton Penn State Chapter of the Alumni Association trip to Wilkes- Barre Scranton Penguins Hockey Game, at Mohegan Sun Arena in Wilkes -Barre at 7:05 p.m. Cost (Payment due Jan. 11): $16 (Blue Zone). Includes: Game ticket and a hat. Info: 466.4898 or cmdealba@gmail.com. Nintendo 64 Game Tournament, at New Visions Studio and Gallery, 201 Vine St., Scranton. Schedule includes: “Super Smash Brothers,” from 3 to 5 p.m., Cost: $10, includes rounds of 4-player battles until only the final 4 remain, then cash prize goes to last person standing; “GoldenEye 007” from 5 to 7 p.m., Cost: $10, rounds of 4player battles until only 4 players remain, then cash prize goes to the person with the most kills. Tournament will take place projected on the big screen. Only those participating in the tournament have to pay. Event is open to the public for free. Info: 878.3970 or NewVisionsStudio.com. Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins’ Second Annual Thanks 4 Fighting Awareness Night, at 7:05 p.m. Benefits The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Team will playagainst the Adirondack Phantoms. Fans who purchase a ticket to this game will receive a Penguins hat and food voucher for a hot dog, soda and potato chips. Plus, $4 for every ticket sold will be donated to LLS. Info/tickets: 970.3607 or
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The American Lung Association is planning an informational meeting about the upcoming ALA Arena Climb at Odyssey Fitness in WilkesBarre Feb. 7 at 6:30 p.m. and every first Thursday in March and April until the climb April 6. This meeting will explain how attendees can be a part of the fun event and help with the mission to save lives. All in attendance will earn a free day pass to Odyssey Fitness. Climb info and registration can also be found at: lunginfo.org/arenaclimbTO RSVP, by call 570.823.2212 or email Donna Ray-Reifler at dreifler@lunginfo.org.
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Libraries collect donations for shelter The Lackawanna County Library System chose the Griffin Pond Animal Shelter as its charity for the month of February. It will collect food and supplies for the animals at the shelter. Collection barrels for donations will be placed in the following libraries: North Pocono Library, Scranton Albright Library, Scranton Children’s Library, Nancy Kay Holmes Branch, Abington Community Library, Carbondale Library, Dalton Community Library and Taylor Library. Shown, from left: Kevin Young, shelter volunteer and board member; Jeanie Sluck, Taylor Community Library director; Leah Rudolph, Abington Community Library director and Christina Thomas, Scranton Albright Children’s Library director.
csipsky@wbspenguins.com. PROSPER Team Breakfast Fundraiser, at Applebee’s Restaurant in the Viewmont Mall from 8 - 10 a.m. Proceeds from the event will be used for PROSPER drug and alcohol prevention programs in the Scranton School District. Cost: $7 for adults; $4 for children ages 2-8 and free for children under 2. Tickets/info: 963.6842. Fortis Institute Offers Low Cost Dental Cleanings Scranton, Fortis institute dental clinic offers affordable, professional dental care to those in North Eastern Pennsylvania. The clinic allows students to sharpen skills learned in the classroom, as well as benefit the community. For $20, patients can receive dental exams, cleanings, x-rays and more. No insurance required. The clinic is located at 519 Ash Street in Scranton. To schedule an appointment, call 955.4015.
Special Community Forum, at Oakwood Terrace, 400 Gleason Drive, Moosic, at 2 p.m. Designed to help families plan for better care for themselves and their loved ones. Includes six ten-minute presentations followed by Q&A sessions. Refreshments will be served. Cost: free. Reservations (deadline Feb. 6): 451.3171, ext. 116. February 6: “Unleashed: The Info: oakwoodterraceinc.com. American Lung Association Power of Partnership” Global Arena Climb informational Ministry Conference, at Baptist meeting, at Odyssey Fitness in Bible College, continuing Wilkes- Barre at 6:30 p.m., through Feb. 8. In preparation, a special Day of Prayer will be held continuing the first Thursdays Feb. 5. Concentrating on 2 Corin- of March and April. Attendees will learn how to be a part of thians 6:1-18, morning sessions each day will address a section of the Arena Climb, planned for April 6 at the Mohegan Sun the passage. The program feaArena. All in attendance at the tures several guest speakers meeting will receive a free day including author and veteran pass to Odyssey Fitness. missionary Gracia Burnham. RSVP: 823-2212, 829.2661 Info: bbc.edu or 586.2400. Ext. 210 or dreifler@lunginFebruary 7: Oakwood Terrace fo.org. researchers and scientists and the polar science unit she has created for classroom. Cost: free. Info: rbartron@wyomingseminary.org. Pulmonary Support Group, in the Rose Brader Dining Room at Heinz Rehab Hospital, 150 Mundy Street, Wilkes- Barre Township, from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Info: 830.2078.
February 4: The Abington Heights Civic League meeting, at the clubhouse, 115 Colburn Ave., Clarks Summit, at 7 pm. Cheryl Kaiser will be the speaker. Info: 587.3101. February 5: “Climate Change and Penguins” lecture, presented by The Louis Maslow STEM School at Wyoming Seminary in the Lower School’s Amato Auditorium, 1560 Wyoming Avenue, Forty Fort at 7 p.m. Natalie Granger, prekindergarten teacher at Wyoming Seminary’s Lower School, will present a photo essay of Artic and Antarctic animals created by photographer Paul Nicklen, a well-known Canadian videographer and photographer. His work inspired her to carry out a personal study of the polar regions and the effects of climate change on polar animal and bird life. She will describe her interactions with polar
Church to host turkey dinner A turkey dinner and raffle will be held Feb. 10 at Our Lady of the Snows Church, Clarks Summit, from 12 to 5 p.m. Proceeds will benefit the Passionist Jamaican Ministry. Eat-in and take-out options will be available. For more information, call the rectory at 586.1741. Shown, from left, seated: Joe Adcroft, Denny Dawgert, Jack Zumas and Nettie Goldate. Standing: Marjorie Adcroft, Wanda Brown, Grace Dawgert, Bob Goldgate, John Menapace, Nancy Menapace and Bonnie Blasé.
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Editor: The Avondale Mine disaster of September 6, 1869 united a region that consisted of anthracite coal mining towns and cities. Although there were most likely remembrances held subsequent to 1869, the first in recent memory to honor the 110 men and boys took place on September 10 and 11, 2005 at the Avondale Mine site in Plymouth and at the Washburn Street Cemetery in West Scranton. From 2005 to the present much has been accomplished. At Washburn, grave markers were restored, a remembrance plaque was installed and spring bulbs were planted. Near the mine site in Plymouth a Commonwealth roadside marker reminds visitors and commuters of the disaster that occurred
nearby. As part of the continuing efforts to improve conditions around the gravesites, plans are underway to remove two dead trees located near the men’s and boys Washburn resting places. Contributions to help cover $600 cost for the removal of the trees are being sought. Any amount is greatly appreciated. Checks can be made payable to Avondale Restoration Project and sent to: Avondale Restoration Project, c/o Linda Scott, 514 Old Colony Rd., South Abington Twp., PA, 18411. For additional information, please contact Ms. Scott at linmscott@hotmail.com. Sincerely, Richard Sedlisky New York, N.Y.
Korean War Veterans plan summer reunion The Korean War Veterans of Lycoming County PA, Inc. will host a reunion for Korean War veterans from Pennsylvania at Williamsport in observance of the 60th anniversary of the truce signing ending the war on July 27, 1953. The three-day event is open to Pa. veterans of any branch of service who served during the Korean War era (June 25, 1950 through Jan. 31, 1955) whether in Korea or stationed elsewhere worldwide within the U.S. military. The reunion will be headquartered at the historic Ge-
netti Hotel in downtown Williamsport, with events scheduled from July 25 to 27. Military exhibits, tours, a banquet with guest speakers and memorial services are planned. For a complete listing of events, fees, schedules and other information for Korean War veterans from Pa., their spouses or guests who wish to attend, write: Korean War Veterans of Lycoming County, PA, Inc., PO Box 3232, Williamsport, PA, 17701; email gpwolfe1@comcast.net, or call Richard Barkman at 570.753.5490.
Gettysburg Address speech contest open to Pa. students The year 2013 marks the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg and Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address. As Lincoln’s birthday approaches, Pennsylvania high school students have the opportunity to participate in a statewide speech contest, In Lincoln’s Footsteps. The winner will be part of the official 2013 Dedication Day ceremonies in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania and receive a $5,000 scholarship. Submissions will be accepted between Feb. 12 and April 1. “As Lincoln’s birthday approaches, it is an excellent time to reflect upon the significance of his Gettysburg Address, reinforce its relevance to present day and perpetuate the values it represents, even 150 years later,” said Dr. Myles Martel, whose international leadership communication firm, Martel and Asso-
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ciates serves as the lead sponsor of the contest. “For students and adults alike, the civility President Lincoln expressed with such grace and eloquence remains an example of leadership communication, even today.” The In Lincoln’s Footsteps contest is open to any high school student who will be in grades 10-12 during the 201314 academic school year, and is enrolled in a public, parochial, private, charter or home school within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Students will be asked to submit a 270 word contemporary version of Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address focusing on themes such as freedom, bravery, sacrifice, dedication and national purpose. Rules and submission information about the contest are available at www.inlincolnsfootsteps.com.
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Shown, from left: Barry Kaplan, Abington Business and Professional Association President; Dorothy O’Connor, Heroes and Subs Co-chair; Ashley Bush, Elena Bush O’Connor and Ed Bush, all of Ramada, Clarks Summit.
‘Outrageous’ tables Heroes and Subs Party set for Feb. 15 to Soul. Plans for the evening, which is being held in conjunction with the Clarks Sumsk Dorothy mit Festival of Ice, O’Connor what is exciting about presented by the Abington Business and the upcoming Heroes and Subs Preview Par- Professional Associty and Judging Feb. 15 ation during Presiand she will say: “It’s dents’ Day Weekend, a party.” She will also Feb. 14 to 18, include the judging of approximention “The Incredmately 25 superheroible Hulk” is her fainspired decorated tavorite superhero. While the Heroes & bles, complimentary Subs Table Decorating hors d’oeuvres, wine, Competition to be held beer, a silent auction Feb. 16 is for children and musical entertainment provided by Franand adults, a preview party Friday evening is kie Carll Productions. A cash bar will also geared for the adult “characters.” The party be available. Mary Ann will begin at 7 p.m. at Nichols is co-chairperson of the event. the Ramada Inn, “I’m excited about Clarks Summit. what people are going “It’s a night to get out and have fun,” said to decorate their tables with and how outraO’Connor, event cogeous people will get. chair and owner, Sole
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If they’re going to do a simple table setting with a centerpiece, or are they going to decorate the chairs?” said O’Connor. “Everybody loves superheroes. The whole superhero theme seems to appeal to everyone. I picture the room being larger than life…simple and intricate and also grand with a big superhero in the center of the table. I’ve pictured everything in my head.” Attendees are invited to dress in their favorite superhero costumes, according to O’Connor. Tables will be judged on originality, creativity and use of materials (recycling). Tickets to the party are $50 and proceeds will benefit the Abing-
ton Area Community Classroom at the former Clarks Summit Fire House. The deadline to register for the table decorating competition is Feb. 7. Setup for the competition Feb. 15, noon to 6 p.m. For more information or to purchase tickets for the luncheon, contact Sarah Dawgert at dawgerts@yahoo.com, or contact O’Connor, Sole to Soul, 570.585.0439. Sponsors for the preview party and luncheon are The Ramada Inn and Damon’s Bar and Grill. Prize sponsors are Talbots; Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs, RailRiders and Elk Mountain. The Abington Journal is media sponsor."
Church of Epiphany Shrove Tuesday supper Feb. 12 The men of the Church of the Epiphany in Glenburn will sponsor their annual Shrove Tuesday Pancake and Sausage supper Feb. 12 from 5 to 7 p.m. in the church parish hall. The men will be donning their chef ’s hats and wielding their spatulas to produce “some of the fluffiest pancakes and most mouth-watering sausages” around, according to organizers. The church’s acolytes will do their part,
too, by serving the fare. A donation will be accepted and will benefit the Abington Ecumenical Ministerium’s Food Pantry and Emergency Assistance to be distributed to those in need. Directions to the church may be found at 563.1564 or www.epiphanyglenburn.com. Members of the public are invited to bring a friend. Epiphany is an Episcopal Church that welcomes all to the supper and its Sunday services.
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“It was so interesting to hear,” she said of Woodward’s talk. “Hearing him give a first-hand account of something that we had been learning about was just a cool thing.” “Every one of the talks and the speakers focused on leadership. Wesley Clark, he talked about leadership on the battlefield. Bob Woodward, in
The Abington Heights Student Aid Fund has announced it will send letters to residents in the Abington area requesting help in raising funds to be used to assist Abington Heights High School graduating seniors in the form of scholarships or student loans. The scholarships are endowed by individuals or community organizations and institutions and are offered on a yearly basis. Some scholarships are offered on a yearly basis if funds are available. Interest free loans are also offered to graduating seniors and, if funds are available, the loans are also offered during the college years. Loans do not have to be repaid until a year after graduation from college and then students are allowed to pay a reasonable monthly payment until the loans are repaid. The funding for some scholarships and all the loans is derived solely from the contributions of thoughtful and generous individuals in the Abington area, according to fund organizers. The Abington Heights Student Aid Fund has been in existence for nearly 60 years and during that periodcivic -minded friends have contributed more than $460,000, according to fund organizers. The Fund has helped more than 1,800 Abington Heights graduates to attend colleges, universities and technical and trade schools. Abington Heights seniors are encouraged to complete and submit an application to the Abington Heights Student Aid Fund for consideration for financial assistance through our scholarships and loans. Scholarships that will be offered through the Fund this year will be the following: Mildred Mumford Award Esdras Howell Family Scholarship National Honor Society Award Abington Woman’s Club Art Scholarship
Eddie Archabald Memorial Scholarship Robert “Buzzy”Jackson Ingenuity Scholarship R Matthew Burne Excellence Award Thomas R Kovall Memorial Scholarship Rotary Achievement Award Mended Hearts, Inc. Chapter #276, Scholarship North Penn Charitable Foundation Scholarship AH Class of 1988 Memorial Scholarship South Abington PTA School Service Award Mason Logan Memorial Scholarship Abington Memorial Ladies Auxiliary to VFW Post 7069 Scholarship Interact Club of Abington Heights Community Service Scholarship William “Ken” Rees Memorial Scholarship SAF Community Service Award SAF Leadership Award SAF Outstanding /AllAround Student Award –Male SAF Outstanding /AllAround Student Award –Female Betty Bellantoni Memorial Scholarship Each scholarship has set criteria that must be met for a student to be eligible to be considered for the scholarship. The Abington Heights Student Aid Fund is a 501 C(3) charitable organization that administers scholarships given by community organizations and institutions and helps individuals who want to establish a memorial or family scholarship. Donations to the fund are tax deductible. The organizers request help to continue support Abington Heights students to achieve their goals in higher education. A check for tax deductible contribution are accepted. Donations should be made payable to AHSAF and sent AHSAF in c/o Jim Gavigan, Treasurer, P.O. Box 135 , Clarks Summit, Pa 18411.
addition to giving a historical account of his experience, talked about leadership in journalism, too.” Rice was her favorite speaker, she said. “I think she’s such a brilliant woman and it was so interesting to hear her talk,” Davis said. Rice spoke of her experience of working in the White House during the 9/11 terrorist attacks and the work she did under
President George W. Bush. Exiting the Mall after the inauguration ceremonies concluded became problematic because of the large crowds. “It was really difficult to get out,” she said. “It took an hour to walk a few blocks.” The momentousness of the occasion was not lost on Davis. “It was so exciting to be there and see such a big part of history.”
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Elementary School Principal Tania Stoker introduced four FACTORYVILLE - Lacka- teachers and five students who dedicated school library books wanna Trail District superinto the board members. They tendent Matthew Rakauskas announced January as School included school librarian Mrs. Director Recognition Month, Cali; visual arts teacher Mr. Demora; second-grade teacher sponsored by the Pa. School Mr. Peters; sixth-grade teacher Board Association. He anMrs. Franko; students Annanounced this year’s theme: “Serving Every Student Every belle Demora, Heather Whipple, Elizabeth Whitman, EmDay” at the school board ma Hawthorne and Samantha meeting Jan. 14. Gregory. The books: “Amelia “Serving Every Student Lost: The Life and DisappearEvery Day, I think, is a very appropriate theme because the ance of Amelia Earhart,” directors at Lackawanna Trail “Greek Myth Plays, I Can Be Anything,” “North: The don’t just come to board Amazing Story of Arctic Mimeetings, vote on things and gration” and “Helen’s Big go home,” said Rakauskas. World: The Life of Helen “They’re constantly involved Keller.” in the well-being of the stuIn other business, Stoker dents’ education. They’re announced that Lackawanna involved in more than just academics, athletics, extracur- Trail recently partnered with Keystone College in La Plume ricular events. I think what for the Keystone Adventures they’ve done here is really program. impressive. I’m proud to be Stoker mentioned it had employed by this district.” High school principal John been offered to first-grade students in the past. This year, Rushefski welcomed new students from kindergarten Student Council advisor Denise Collins. Collins who then through grade 9 were invited to participate. Stoker said Trail introduced Student Council invited 30 studentsto the promembers. Student Council gram, which will begin the member Logan Garrison first week of February. thanked the board for allow“We are grateful to Keysing him and three others to attend the Pennsylvania Asso- tone College to be doing that again this year,” said Stoker. ciation Student Council state PTO president Joanne conference. He offered feedback and shared plans for the Wright mentioned that the upcoming district conference. PTO made 30 cards and craft “For our district conference, items in December for chilI’m presenting a workshop on dren in local hospitals, such as Community Medical Center how to save money, how to (CMC), Moses Taylor Hospitrack your money, and make sure you don’t get audited by tal and Mercy Regional Hospistate,” said Garrison. “Thank tal. “They (the children in hosyou for approving it. For us to go, it means a lot. We meet a pitals) were very grateful for lot of friends and go to differ- the students of Lackawanna ent workshops.” Trail to make those.”
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DEAN’S LIST Alfred State Branden Connolly, a resident of Clarks Summit, was among more than 500 students from Alfred State who made the fall 2012 Dean’s List. Students from both the Alfred campus and the School of Applied Technology campus in Wellsville are selected for the Dean’s List if they maintain a 3.50 grade point average (GPA) out of a possible 4.0. Bucknell University Bucknell University has released the dean’s list for outstanding academic achievement during the fall semester of the 2012-13 academic year. A student must earn a grade point average of 3.5 or higher on a scale of 4.0 to receive dean’s list recognition. Those students from your circulation area who met this standard are: Brendan M. Bormes, son of Gregory and Eileen Bormes of Clarks Summit, and a 2009 graduate of Scranton Preparatory School. Sarah A. Gronsky, daughter of Joseph and Eulaine Gronsky of Dalton, and a 2011 graduate of Abington Heights High School, Clarks Summit. Nathan M. Hill, son of Michael and Joyce Hill of Tunkhannock, and a 2009 graduate of Tunkhannock Area High School. Jennifer A. Rich, daughter of John and Anne Rich of Clarks Summit, and a 2012 graduate of Abington Heights High School. University of Central Missouri Joseph Mills, Clarks Summit, earned a place on the fall 2012 semester Dean’s List at University of Central Missouri. Mills’ academic work earned him a place on the 3.5 to 3.99 list. Each semester the Dean’s List is divided into two parts. The first list includes students who achieved a perfect 4.0 grade point average, and the second list includes students who attained a grade point average of 3.5 to 3.99. Champlain College Taylor Silvestri, a resident of Dalton, has been named to the Fall 2012 Champlain College’s Dean’s List for achieving a semester grade point average of 3.5 or higher and is majoring in Creative Media. Silvestri is the daughter of Char-Anne Lyon of Germantown, Md. and Leonard Silvestri of Dalton. Coastal Carolina University Cassandra C. Coles, a UndeclaredUndergraduate major of Clarks Summit, was among approximately 1,800 students from Coastal Carolina University who made the Fall 2012 Dean’s
List. To qualify for the Dean’s List, freshmen must earn a 3.25 grade point average, and upperclassmen must earn a 3.5 grade point average. University of Delaware Several local students have been named to the University of Delaware’s Dean’s List for Fall 2012. Those students include: George Buckbee, of Clarks Summit; Alicia Donahoe, of Dalton; Meghan Fraley, of Clarks Summit; Sarah Frantz, of Clarks Summit; Matthew Galenas, of Scott Township; Danielle Kohn, of Clarks Summit; Nicole Kozar, of Clarks Summit; John Loboda, of Waverly; Brian Mattern, of Clarks Summit and Matthew Stroney, of Dalton. To meet eligibility requirements for the Dean’s List, a student must be enrolled full-time and earn a GPA of 3.33 or above for the semester. Florida Institute of Technology Jason Waters, a resident of Clarks Summit, was among the students from Florida Institute of Technology in Melbourne who were named to the Dean’s List for the fall semester, which ended in December. Waters is majoring in Aeronautical Science, Flight. To be included on the Dean’s List, a student must complete 12 or more graded credits in a semester with a semester grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.4.
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Members of the Lackawanna Trail School District community once again banded together for “Pink Paw for a Cause.” This year, a check for $8,530 was presented to the American Cancer Society. T-shirt sales, basket raffles and a dance were held at the elementary center. Since its inception, the fundraiser has collected more than $30,000 in funds. The elementary effort was led by educator and cancer survivor Lois Foley and Desiree Gallagher. Three seniors: Colleen Brace, Tori Ellsworth and Emily Huffsmith, sold T-shirts at the high school and painted hair pink at the elementary center as part of their senior project. Eighth grader Grace Gallagher dedicated time to the fundraiser that she helped begin approximately five years ago. Shown, front row, from left: Alec Jones, Kody Cresswell, Joe Shaw, Emma Shaw, Sophie Haus, Emmy Jones, Annabelle Demora, Jeff Gallagher, Danny Demora and Adam Jones. Second row: Emma Hawthorne, Grace Gallagher, Emily Huffsmith, Colleen Brace, Tori Ellsworth, American Cancer Society Income Development Representatives Cindy Delaney and James Kane. Third row: Lois Foley, Principal Dr. Tania Stoker and Desiree Gallagher.
Wyoming Seminary Merit Scholar exam set for Feb. 2 Area eighth and ninth graders not already enrolled at Wyoming Seminary College Preparatory School are encouraged to register for the Merit Scholarship Exam, to be held Feb. 2 at the school’s Kingston campus. For 32 years, Wyoming Seminary has awarded merit scholarships to excellent students who are interested in attending the college prepara-
Gwynedd-Mercy College Kelsey Deveney of Dalton, has been named to Gwynedd-Mercy College’s fall 2012 dean’s list. This recognizes one of the highest forms of academic excellence within a specific area of study. Hamilton College Jeremy E. Adelman, son of Harry and Mary Beth Adelman of Clarks Summit, has been named to the Dean’s List at Hamilton College for the 2012 fall semester. To be named to the Dean’s List, a student must have carried throughout the semester a course load of four or more graded credits with an average of 3.5 or above. Adelman, a senior majoring in mathematics and physics, is a graduate of Abington Heights High School. King’s College Dr. Nicholas A. Holodick, vice president for academic affairs at King’s College, recently announced the students who have qualified for the Fall 2012 dean’s list. Malcolm Delara, Tiffany O’Donnell, Paul Ofcharsky and Rachael Rugletic, all of Clarks Summit. Quinnipiac University Megan Conaboy of Clark Summit, has been named to the dean’s list at Quinnipiac University for the Fall 2012 semester. To qualify for the dean’s list, students must earn a grade point average of at least 3.5 with no grade lower than C. Full-time students must com-
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Interested students must complete the scholarship application and register for the exam. On Feb. 2, registration will be at 9 a.m. and the exam will begin at 9:30 a.m. at the Upper School campus in Kingston. During the exam, parents are encouraged to attend a discussion on how to maximize their students’ chances
for college opportunities. Parents may also attend the Student Work Showcase as well as a discussion on affordability. Following the exam, prospective families are invited to join current students and faculty for the President’s Luncheon, hosted by Dr. Kip Nygren. The afternoon will conclude with campus tours.
plete at least 14 credits in a semester, with at least 12 credits that have been graded on a letter grade basis to be eligible. Part-time students must complete at least six credits during a semester. Roger Williams University Elizabeth Kilzi, a resident of Waverly, has been named to the Fall 2012 Dean’s List at Roger Williams University in Bristol, R.I. Elizabeth is majoring in Biology. Full-time students who complete 12 or more credits per semester and earn a GPA of 3.4 or higher are placed on the Dean’s List that semester. University of Scranton The University of Scranton has announced its Dean’s List, which recognizes students for academic excellence during the 2012 fall semester.A student must havea grade point average of 3.5 or better with a minimum number of credit hours to make the Dean’s List. The list includes students from the Jesuit university’s College of Arts and Sciences, the Kania School of Management, the Panuska College of Professional Studies and the College of Graduate and Continuing Education. More than 1,300 students
were named to fall 2012 semester Dean’s List, including the following area residents: Margaret A. Bannon, Clarks Summit; Alexander L. Barbolish, Nicholson; Garrett J. Barziloski, Tunkhannock; Emma L. Black, South Abington Twp; Charlene M. Briggs, Scott Township; Emily J. Carpenter, South Abington Twp; Ross G. Danzig, Clarks Green; Anthony R. DiLeo, Factoryville; Kathleen M. Druther, South Abington Twp; Maria L. Durdach, Dalton; Patrick J. Fricke, Factoryville; Dustin M. Frisbie, Dalton; Matthew W. Gorman, Scott Township; Sara M. Hall, South Abington Twp; Matthew C. Hanahue, Clarks Summit; Emily Harasym, Factoryville; Anna J. Heckman, Clarks Summit; Emily R. Holzman, Dalton; Katherine J. Hubert, Clarks Summit; Anthony J. Jensen, Clarks Summit; Nicole A. Jensen, Clarks Summit; Nicole A. Kwiatkowski, Clarks Summit; Sarah Lamothe, South Abington Twp; Shannon M. Lavis, Clarks Summit; Alexa R. Mahalidge, Clarks Summit; Eric M. Montella, Waverly; Jeremiah C. Mullen, Scott Township; Stephen J. Nicolosi, Clarks Green; Courtney L. Ostrowski, Dalton; Vhalla Otarod, Clarks Summit; Connor A.
Pacyna, Clarks Summit; Samantha M. Paolucci, Clarks Summit; Michele M. Pastore, Clarks Summit; Devin B. Patel, Waverly Township; Dalton J. Roland, Clarks Summit; Laura E. Rozelle, Clarks Green; Warren B. Rozelle, Clarks Green; Erika L. Sarno, Dalton; Eric E. Smith, Clarks Summit; Cecilia C. Strauch, Factoryville; Michael J. Umerich, Clarks Summit; Michael D. Walker, Clarks Green; Eric R. Willis, Falls; Corrine A. Wolff, Clarks Summit. Widener University Jordan Goldstein of Clarks Summit, who is studying accounting at Widener University in Chester, Pa., was named to the Dean’s List for the fall 2012 semester. The Dean’s List recognizes full-time students who earned a grade point average of 3.50 and above for the semester. Wingate University Wingate University announces local residents Sean Kennedy was named to President’s List for demonstrating outstanding academic achievement during the fall 2012 semester. President’s List requires a term GPA of 3.80 on at least 12 quality point academic hours with no grade below a C.
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Shown, from left: Festival of Ice prize donors Hilary Steinberg of Jaya Yoga, Leah Rudolph of Abington Community Library, and Sue Van Horn of Frontier Communications. Absent from photo: Rosario’s Pizzeria, Woods and Company, Steve Pronko Jewelry on State Street, Paulette’s Pretty Purses, Dietrich Theater, Elk Mountain, Sole to Soul and Northeastern Eye Institute.
C.S. Festival of Ice to feature variety of prizes The Clarks Summit Festival of Ice will provide guests with prizes during the event. They will include: *(4) $10 gift cards courtesy Rosario’s Pizzeria * 10 class card ($100 value)courtesy Jaya Yoga Studio *(4) Tickets for the Hershey Bears vs. the WB/Scranton Penguins hockey game- March 1 courtesy Frontier Communications *Child’s Rocking chair ($150 value) courtesy Woods and Company * Sterling silver and diamond snowflake necklace courtesy Steve Pronko Jewelry on State Street
* Handbag courtesy Paulette’s Pretty Purses *5 movie prize packs- each containing 2 movie passes, candy and popcorn courtesy the Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock *2 midweek lift tickets courtesy Elk Mountain *1 Avengers T-shirt courtesy Sole to Soul *1 Avengers hooded sweatshirt courtesy Sole to Soul *Comic book and super hero basket courtesy of Abington Community Library *$50 Gift Certificate courtesy of Northeastern Eye Institute
In light of events at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Connecticut, state Rep. Sid Michaels Kavulich met with police chiefs recently from municipalities throughout the 114th Legislative District. Kavulich, Old Forge Mayor Michelle Avvisato and Police Chiefs Kim Buggey of Old Forge, Joseph Laguzzi of Clarks Summit, Charles Mauer of Moosic, Len Mickavicz of Taylor and Jim Romano of Scott Township discussed safety and security measures currently in place and how to improve upon them. As a result of the meeting, Kavulich plans to introduce legislation mandating emergency lockdown drills in all Pennsylvania schools. Kavulich said contingency plans are vital to school safety.
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The Griffin Pond Animal Shelter, 967 Griffin Pond Rd., Clarks Summit, is open for the adoption of pets from noon to 4:30 p.m., daily. Wish list items are always appreciated, especially cat litter, canned dog food and paper towels. Adopt a cage at the Griffin Pond Animal Shelter for one month and your $20 donation will go toward care and feeding of the animal in that cage for the month you choose. A card will be placed on the cage identifying the sponsor for that month. Send the following Adopt-aCage information, including name, address, city, state and zip, phone number, sponsor month, choice of dog, cat or small animal cage and how you would like your sponsor card to appear, along with $20 for each cage to The Griffin Pond Animal Shelter, 967 Griffin Pond Rd., Clarks Summit, PA 18411. Adopt-a-cage can be done via PayPal or credit card.
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The Lackawanna College Police Academy graduated 17 cadets from the 206th class at the Police Academy Commencement ceremony at the Mellow Theater Jan. 25. Pennsylvania Attorney General and Scranton native Kathleen Kane was keynote speaker for the ceremony. Lackawanna College Board of Trustees chairman Dominick DeNaples inspected the cadets. Cadet Michael T. Ranakoski offered remarks. The Lackawanna College Scranton Full-Time Class #206 stood for Trooper Joshua Miller a fallen Police Officer who worked with the Pennsylvania State Police. The graduation ceremony is dedicated in his honor and the training of this class is dedicated to his service and commitment. The names of the graduates and hometown are as follows: Dylan J. Amplo-Montrose, John Baiera-Avoca, Michael J. Blessing-Kingston, Rodney D. Chaney II-Taylor, Jordan J. Chiochio-Scranton, Joseph H. Eddy Jr., Shickshinny, Patrick T. Gildea-Swoyersville, Joshua T. Hale- Little House, Michael Jones-Scranton, Thomas L. LacapraClark Summit, John A. Luciano-Dunmore, Michael T. Ranakoski-Scranton, James K. Reed-Scranton, Kyle Rogers-Swoyersville, Jon M. Vancampen-Harveys Lake, Robert V. Verga-Easton, Franklin B. Winstead-Scranton.
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eet Eileen Harte of Clarks Summit. She recently began teaching yoga at The Yoga Studio at Everything Natural along with Barbara Cohen, a 500-hour certified Hatha Yoga instructor. Each offers 30 years of experience in the practice. Cohen, who teaches regionally, has instructed yoga at Everything Natural for eight years. She said of the classes, “What makes the experience of coming to The Yoga Studio at Everything Natural unique is really the combined years of experience that Eileen and I embody. We are both dedicated to maintaining a strong personal practice, continuing education and are passionate and dedicated to our own personal evolution. The downside of aging is your skin starts to sag, etc., but the upside is we have been able to garner wisdom that goes with life experience that we can offer to our students.” Cohen teaches in the Svaroopa Style, which suggests the use of props (blankets and blocks) in the practice and Harte has a “penchant” for Iyengar, a form of Hatha Yoga, named after and developed by B. K. S. Iyengar, which also
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and comply with yard and property line setback requirements before installing a tennis court.” He explained the Township has nothing against tennis courts, and fully supports the rights of property owners to make “all reasonable use of their property” within a “fair and balanced” context.
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Owning a business was one of the items on her bucket list. “I didn’t know what that business would be 15 years ago,” said Detter. “I never imagined doing this at home, but it has been a lot of fun.” Cake decorating fulfills her creative drive, she said. In the same way a painter has her canvas, “We have our icing and our fondant and all of our tools, too, to make a cake unique or oneof-a-kind. You have to enjoy baking. It’s a good wind down and it’s relaxing for me. But the most rewarding thing is when someone walks in that door and they see it (their cake) and I see their expression, that’s it. That’s why I do it.” Requests for cakes that come her way can be specific, such as, “this is what I’m looking for’ and they’ll have something really specific in mind,” Detter said. “I will talk to friends who will say, ‘These are the colors I’m thinking of. Just go for
“I felt like I found that missing little creative piece, and it made me want to come back here (to her kitchen) and start experimenting and continue practicing what I had just learned.” Judy Detter, Said a decorating class at a hobby store was the ‘icing on the cake’ for her.
it.’ People who give me free reign are a lot of fun, too.” In addition to baking for her customers, she has donated approximately 20 cakes in the course of two to three years. She explained, “If money is tight for somebody, you may not go out and splurge on a cake…It’s a way for me to give back.” She bakes on a first come, first served basis, with requests from family and children a priority. For more information visit her Facebook page, facebook.com/pages/CleverCakes-Cupcakes/ 112043305497608? ref=ts&sk=info.
Tea party theme cupcakes created by Judy Detter.
“Adjoining landowners likewise have the right to use and enjoy their property without undue interference or disruption,” the statement continues. “In the case of tennis courts, Newton Township residents have the right to have one as long as the placement and design of such structures satisfy applicable Township zoning
regulations, such as yard and property line setbacks, to ensure that the rights of adjoining landowners are not disturbed.” Sileo said the township is now reviewing the court decision and “considering how to proceed going forward.” The Albrights declined to comment on the decision at this time.
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enhance the poses by kind of poking the body and bringing awareness to unconscious spaces in the body,” she said. “The props help students get into an asana minimizing the risk of injury or strain, making the posture accessible to both young and older individuals.” Her style of yoga is best described as one where “My teaching leans towards a meditative experience,” she said. “Our daily life is conditioned to be hurried, scheduled, competitive and judged. Yoga practice needs to bring you into a different experience....to settle you down, calming your body and mind.” Harte’s classes begin and end with deep progressive relaxations in Sivasana. “This posture brings a deep sense of inner stillness to the throat ears, eyes, and brain, releasing habitual tensions held in the network of nerves throughout the body,” said Harte. Harte continues to take ongoing training in India and the U.S.. Some of the Iyengar yoga masters that she has studied with include Ramanand Patel, Mira Metha, Janet MacLoed, Dough Keller, Bobbie Fultz and Dean Lerner. Call Harte at 570.587.5812 or email harteyoga@yahoo.com for schedule or questions. For details regarding Cohen’s classes call 570.498.7885 or email laughingheart@verizon.net. Everything Natural is located at 426 S. State St., Clarks Summit.
that decision, Sileo said in a statement released on behalf of the township, “The Newton Township Board of Supervisors is very pleased that the Commonwealth Court carefully considered the actual language of its Zoning Ordinance and confirmed, as the Township has always maintained, that a landowner must obtain a permit
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incorporates props. According to Harte, in each class students practice a series of asanas, or postures while standing, and in forward extensions/twists, backward extensions, balances and inversions. During a yoga class Jan. 16, Harte encouraged students to get in touch with their breath by practicing diaphragmatic breathing. “When you inhale, the abdominal area inflates, like a balloon, while the ribs expand laterally. When you exhale, the ribs move back towards the mid line and the belly falls toward the spine,” she explained. “Pranayama breathing practices are taught to help with relaxation, concentration and the development of inner awareness. They aid in lighting up the pathway to the chamber of the spiritual heart,” saidHarte, a registered yoga teacher with Yoga Alliance (E-RYT 500). She focuses primarily on the Iyengar yoga methods. “I like the precision and alignment props with the to use of
Eileen Harte instructs yoga class in a crossed leg position with the head, neck and trunk in alignment. The spine is lengthened upward from the base of the spine to the cervical spine. The shoulder blades are drawn toward each other, broadening the front of the chest, creating space in the heart center. The hands and arms rest on the legs.
Airman Riley Nichols graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. The airman completed training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. He earned four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. Nichols, the son of Douglas Nichols of Wysox, and brother of Alyson Wescott of Factoryville, is a 2010 graduate of Lackawanna Trail.
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Who is that masked man? Ramada Clarks Summit, 820 Northern Boulevard, South Abington Twp., was host of a Jan. 23 After Hours Business Card Exchange/ Membership Mixer of the Abington Business and Professional Association. Association president Barry Kaplan mentioned “SubZero Superheroes” as the theme for the 2013 Clarks Summit Festival of Ice, Feb. 14-18, which is organized annually by the ABPA. Membership is open to any business that serves the residents of the Abingtons. For details, visit www.theabingtons.org.
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me the money…’ He did and she bought the entire property where the building is located CLARKS SUMMIT- Built and up to the corner of Grove for Laura Veety, a resident of Clarks Summit in approximate- Street....” Moore noted Veety eventually ly 1930, the Moore Building sold all but approximately one located at 421 S. State St., acre, where the Moore Building Clarks Summit, has featured is located. many tenants over the years, “She then built ....and became including Holly Lane, Doris Fordham Art Gallery, the office a hairdresser...I actually found her accounting books in the of former state representative attic, along with the plans for Frank A. Serafini, lawyers, the building...,” added Moore, engineers, financial advisers who completely renovated the and psychologists. Veety used the building as her structure in 1999. “Actually the building was home and business and rented restored. The outside was respace as apartments in the downstairs. According to Sher- pointed and the inside was updated to accommodate six officry Moore, building owner and es, foyer and a men’s and ladies’ manager, Veety was a single room on the first floor. The business woman in the 1920s second floor accommodates and “ahead of her time.” eight offices, foyer, conference Moore said, “Laura Veety was from Clarks Summit....my room and men’s and ladies’ grandmother knew her and told room,” she said. Moore did not me that she was the youngest of know the name of the architect three children. When her father who designed the building. To learn more about The asked her where she wanted to Moore Building, visit moorego to college, she (Veety) said, ‘I don’t. I would like you to give building.com. BY JOAN MEAD-MATSUI Abington Journal Correspondent
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Who is that masked man with Clarks Summit Mayor Harry Kelly? New Police Chief Joe Laguzzi.
AT LEFT: Jeannine Luby and Maggie O’Brien. AT FAR LEFT: ABPA President Barry Kaplan gets into character to get the crowd excited about the upcoming SubZero Superhero theme.
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Marywood grad among national examiners Dr. Margaret Ace Breznay, D.C.,M.S., R.D., announces that she is one of the first providers in Dr. Margaret this area to be Ace Breznay listed in The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA) national list of Certified Medical Examiners (CME). She completed the mandatory training program and recently passed The Federal Motor Carriers Safety Administration’s medical examiners certification test. She is the owner of Be Wise Occupational Health, Avoca, where she spe-
Grant to preserve Waverly schoolhouse The Neighborhood Preservation Alliance, a volunteer group working with Waverly Township on the preservation of the One-Room Schoolhouse, has recently been awarded a $32,000 grant from the Overlook Estate Foundation. Project coordinator Maryellen D’Andrea, said that the generous grant was received in December and the group is “absolutely thrilled” to begin necessary work in the upcoming year on the historic building. Money from the grant will be used to address a number of structural issues afflicting the 1830 structure located within Waverly’s National Historic District. The most costly of these issues is related to a failing foundation. According to a building conditions assessment, the foundation must be addressed or the historic building could
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risk irreparable damage or possible collapse. It is absolutely essential in order for any future work to commence. This past summer, initial work began to clean up the site with a small grant from private donors and the Lackawanna Heritage Valley Authority. The historic building on the main street in Waverly, is the oldest one-room schoolhouse standing in Lackawanna County. Built originally as a school for the children of the early farming community, that first settled the area, it was also used by the first congregations as a house of worship. It has significant ties to the Underground Railroad and the established community of runaway slaves who lived in Waverly. In 1936, the building was documented in architectural drawings and photographs as part of the
Historic American Building Survey (HABS), an ongoing program administered since 1933 by the National Park Service, the Library of Congress, and the private sector to document achievements in architecture, engineering and design in the United States. In 2004 the Waverly One-Room Schoolhouse as part of the Waverly Historic District was nominated to the National Register of Historic Places. The Overlook Estate Foundation stated that they are “pleased and excited to be able to participate in the restoration of the Waverly Schoolhouse,” “especially for those of us who grew up and went to the Waverly schools”. The Overlook Estate Foundation is a non-profit organization established through the generosity of Frances Acker Fuller. The purpose of the foundation is to encour-
age, promote and support cultural activities and events in the community, especially those which introduce, educate and advocate for increased awareness and responsibility for the conservation and preservation of the beauty and integrity of our heritage. For further information contact D’Andrea through the Waverly Township offices at 570. 586.0111.
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‘Margie Award’ presented An award, established in memory of Margie Holodnak Davis by her family was presented recently to Leo Ruddy. The award is presented to an individual who defines Holodnak Davis’ character, her love of life, family and community. The recipient of this award must have had a
positive impact or be actively involved with the Women’s Resource Center. Holodnak Davis was a victim of domestic violence and was killed at age 26 by her
Mary E. McDonald Whalen
Clare Sibio
estranged husband, David Davis, on June 9, 1980. Shown, from left are Peg Ruddy, Director of the Women’s Resource Center, Mary Theresa O’Malley Ruddy, Leo
Ruddy, recipient of the 2012 Margie Award, Lackawanna County District Attorney Andrew Jarbola, Patrick O’Malley, Matt O’Malley and Christine Fiorelli O’Malley.
Jan Boczniewicz January 21, 2013
prayers by her parish priests. January 20, 2012 Clare was an avid reader and enjoyed crossword Clare Sib- puzzles. She liked to travel and the happy times she io, 85, of enjoyed at casinos. A regal Newton and proud woman, she was Twp., died Sunday, Jan. meticulous about her ap20, at home. pearance and her beautiful She was the hair. Her genuine, gentle wife of the late Joseph B. smile will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved Sibio Sr., who died July 27, 1988. The couple was her. Surviving are four sons, married more than 40 Joseph B. Sibio Jr., her years. caregiver, Newton Twp.; Born July 15, 1927, in Michael and wife, ChrisScranton, she was the tine, Sterling; John and daughter of the late Micompanion, Jacqueline chael and Marie Bartels Yeager, Scranton; and Foy. Before moving to Newton Twp. in 1985, she James and wife, Rebecca, Newton Twp.; a daughter, lived in West Scranton. Cheryl Angeli and husShe was a 1943 graduate band, Anthony, Old Forge; of Scranton Central High a sister, Shirley Roche and School. She owned and husband, Edward, Dunoperated Sibio’s Bar and more; her lifelong friend Grill, West Scranton, for and traveling companion, more than 46 years. She Dee Graham; 11 grandwas a faithful and active children; 13 great-grandmember of Our Lady of children; several nieces the Snows Parish, Clarks and nephews. She was Summit. She volunteered also preceded in death by in the parish office and was a member of Our La- two brothers, Michael and dy of the Snows Women’s John Foy and two sisters, Guild, a volunteer with the Dolores Moran and Marie parish Lazarus and was an Eilhardt. Memorial contributions annual volunteer at the may be made to Our Lady parish bazaar. She was devoted to her family and of the Snows Parish, 301 a faithful volunteer to her S. State St., Clarks Sumchurch. Clare entered eter- mit, PA 18411. To send an nal rest surrounded by her online condolence, visit www.jenningscalvey.com. loving family and during
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Jan Boczniewicz, 85, of Dalton, died Monday, Jan. 21, at Geisinger Community Medical Center. He was the husband of the former Kathleen Duffy for 30 years. Born Feb. 28, 1927, in Krakow, Poland, son of the late Andrey and Anna Kalinak Boczniewicz, he lived in Dalton since 1951, having moved from Krakow. He was educated in Poland and before retirement he was employed by Inter-State Safety, Clarks Summit and Glenburn. He was a former member of the Transfiguration Byzantine Church, Glenburn. He was a devoted husband and loving stepfather and grandfather. Also surviving are a stepson, John Joseph Rafferty, Lancaster, Calif.; two stepdaughters, Deborah Ann Bender, Clarks Summit and Catherine Fraser, Dalton; nine grandchildren; three greatgrandchildren; and two brothers, Peatro and Demetraus Boczniewicz, both of Poland. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Walter Boczniewicz. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, Lackawanna Unit, 712 S. Keyser Ave., Taylor, PA 18517. To send an online condolence, visit www.jennings calvey.com.
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lem, Past Potentate of the caregiver Charlotte Iori, ElmIrem Temple Shrine in 1992 hurst. January 22, 2013 and past president of the AnHe was preceded in death thracite Heritage Museum of by brother Herbert and sisterFrederick John Dietrich, 86, the Penn State University. He in- law Phylis Dietrich. of S. Abington Twp., died was a member of the Clarks To sign the online guestTuesday morning, Jan. 22, at Green United Methodist book, go to www.lawrenthe Gino Merli Veterans Cen- Church. ceeyoungfuneralhome.com. ter in Scranton. His wife of 54 Also surviving is a longtime years is the former Betty Williams. Born in Scranton, he was the son of the late Fred E. and Mae Perwein Dietrich. He received a Bachelor of Science degree in marketing from Penn State University. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran of World War II, having served in both European and Pacific theaters on the USS Gyatt 712. Prior to his retirement he was a route supervisor for Burschel Dairy 116 N. Washington Ave. and co Owner of Beecher Candy Co. Fred was a member Scranton of the Waverly Lodge #301 344-5099 F&AM and Union Lodge #291 F&AM, Keystone Consistory, serving as Sovereign Prince in the Council Princes of Jerusa-
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members and the public. It was decided they will be postRANSOM TWP. - The Ran- ed prior to the next month’s som Township Planning Com- meeting on the township website and bulletin board at the mission voted at its Jan. 21 meeting to remove the reading township building. Printed of the minutes from its future copies will also be available as handouts at the sign-in meeting agendas. table during meetings. The board consulted with No other new or old busitownship secretary-treasurer ness was discussed at the Sarah Griggs as to the most convenient method of making meeting and no public comment was made. the minutes available to its BY ELIZABETH BAUMEISTER lbaumeister@theabingtonjournal.com
OBITUARY Mary E. McDonald Whalen, 84, of Clarks Summit, died Wednesday morning, Jan. 16, at the Jewish Home in Scranton. Born in Scranton March 15 1928, she was the daughter of the late William and Helen McDonald. She was employed at McDonald Pharmacy, Gadabout women’s clothing and several other local retail stores. Additionally, Betty also enjoyed her time as the operator of the Halfway House Country Club of Scranton (CCS) for 12 years. There she was well known for her welcoming smile and her friendly conversation to all the members and friends who stopped by to say hello. She was a lifelong member of Our Lady of the Snows church in Clarks Summit. Betty was passionate animal lover who was always willing to share her home with a few dogs and cats. She also enjoyed nature and gardening. Her true passion was her time at horse shows and being involved with the other local horse enthusiasts. Surviving are two sons George B. Jr. and wife Donna, Clarks Summit; and Shawn T. and wife Reiko, Leonardtown, Md.; two daughters Georgia McLaine, Tunkhannock ; and Lisa Saumell, Ruidoso, New Mexico; a sister Patricia Reitz, Shelby Twp., Michigan, 11 grandchildren Patrick, Liam, George T., Rebecca and Thomas Whalen, Bobby and Kory Phillips, Shannon, Kelly, Ryan, and Devlin, and several great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two brothers Edward, William McDonald, and a sister Helen Grahamer. Interment will follow in Abington Hills Cemetery, S. Abington Twp. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in her name to the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, 322 eighth Ave. 7thFl., New York, NY, 10001 or by going to http://www.alzfdn.org/ ContributetoAFA/makeadonation.html To sign the online guestbook, go to www.lawrenceeyoungfuneralhome.com.
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Waste Management preps for ban Waste Management locations in northeast Pa. have expanded the list of electronics that will accept for recycling in Lackawanna, Wayne and Northampton counties. In addition to the televisions and computer equipment, which the sites began accepting for recycling one year ago, the company’s locations in Dunmore, Beach Lake and Pen Argyl will accept most other consumer electronics, including VCRs, audio equipment, telephones, cell phones and most other devices that plug in or are powered by batteries. Microwave ovens and batteries will not be accepted. The expanded e-cycling services are being announced as the final elements of Pennsylvania’s “Covered Device Recycling Act” begin to take effect. In January, the act will ban the landfill disposal of televisions and all computer equipment. These items are considered “covered devices” by the law. Computer equipment includes laptops, CPUs, monitors, printers, keyboards, mouses, scanners and other peripherals. In addition,the new state law will: * Require electronics manufacturers each year to fund the recycling of a volume of covered devices proportional to each manufacturer’s sales
* Provide free e-cycling for households and businesses with fewer than 50 employees. * Assure that all electronics collected for recycling in Pennsylvania are processed through a system with R2 (Responsible Recycling) or similar certification. These certifications guarantee that the environment and human health are protected at all stages of the recycling process and that any data stored in a device being recycled is secure until the time it is destroyed. Items that will not be accepted for recycling at Waste Management’s three regional centers include microwave ovens, devices containing liquid mercury (thermostats, switches, medical devices, thermometers); Freoncontaining devices (refrigerators, air conditioners, dehumidifiers); household hazardous wastes; liquids; yard equipment; gas-powered equipment; leaking items; radioactive materials; large appliances (stoves, washers, dryers, dishwashers); batteries and CDs, DVDs, VHS tapes and cassette tapes. The company’s local e-cycling drop-off center is: Apex Waste Services,13 Peggy Parkway in the Keystone Industrial Park, Dunmore, e-cycling service available weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturdays from 7 to 9 a.m.
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Visual Arts/ Performing Arts Art show: “Within” by Lisa Wray, through April 25 at the Wyoming County Courthouse art gallery, 1 Courthouse Square, Tunkhannock. Gallery hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
MORE THAN MOVIES Dietrich Theater Erica Rogler
Actors Circle Presents: “Busybody - A Comedy by Jack Popplewell,” directed by Lou Bisignani, Feb.1, 2 and 3 at Providence Playhouse, 1256 Providence Rd., Scranton. Thursday, Friday and Saturday performances begin at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. Cost: $12 general; $10 Seniors; $8 students. Reservations: 342.9707. Info: actorscircle.com. “Virst Vriday: What is a Vampire,” Feb. 1, at the Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple, 420 North Washington Ave, Scranton. Art exhibit from 6 - 9 p.m. and free movie from 9 - 11 p.m. Cost: free. “Rock The House,” Feb. 1 at Baxters Bar and Grille, Dunmore, from 5 p.m. – 2 a.m. Featuring live music all night from Coal Town Rounders, Backdraft, Take 3 and Chixy Dix. Happy Hour from 5 – 8 p.m. includes food and drink specials. Also includes basket raffles and 50/50 drawing. Must be 21 to enter. Benefits Leadership Lackawanna’s project for Friendship House to raise awareness for foster care services in NEPA. Cost: $10 cover 5 - 8 p.m. and $5 cover 8 p.m. – 2 a.m. “Illuminations” by Nina Davidowitz, Feb. 1 – March 30 at ArtWorks Gallery and Studio, 503 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton. Opening reception Feb. 1 from 6 - 9 p.m. A second reception will be held March 1 from 6 - 9 p.m. with the addition of an exhibition of Nina’s drawings in the classroom. Hiking Through the Natural Beauty of Pennsylvania, Feb. 2 at the Dietrich Theater in downtown Tunkhannock at 11 a.m. Presented by: Jeff Mitchell. Cost: Free. This presentation will showcase Pennsylvania’s parks and natural areas, including hiking trails and waterways, with a focus on locations in northeastern Pa. Info: 996.1500. February: The Month for Dance Films and Dance Lessons , at the Dietrich Theater and Father Nallin Hall in downtown Tunkhannock, Sundays, Feb. 10, 17 and 24 from 1 to 4 p.m. The Dietrich Theater and NEPA Tango in the Tent invite the public to experience dance through movies and lessons during the month of February. Featured films include: “The Tango Lesson” Feb.10, “Singin’ in the Rain” Feb. 17 and “Shall We Dance” Feb. 24. After each movie showing at the Dietrich, there will be a dance lesson at Father Nallin Hall taught by local dance instructors. No experience is required.
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proud lion gazes out into the distance and ponders his next meal - or perhaps how he is the true king of the jungle – even if that jungle is the Philadelphia Zoo. Alyssa Amori, Clarks Summit resident, depicts the personalities of African animals like the lion, Bengal tigers and giraffes in her photography. Her art will be on display at the Glenburn Township Municipal Building located at 54 Waterford St. in Dalton now until the end of March, Mondays through Thursdays 9 a.m. to noon. There are more than 60 photographs on display and for sale. If the topic of zoo animals does not pique your interest, Amori also has photographs of the Abington area and local scenes such as: waterfalls from Ricketts Glen State Park, the Nicholson Bridge, the Waverly Community Center and various images of flowers and foliage. “I rarely go anywhere without my camera. Every time you go out, there is something new; a different feel or look. I love being outside to take picture of nature,” Amori said. Not only does this love of art apply to the photographer, but to her daughter Kara Amori. “Life with my mom as a photographer is crazy sometimes, but just the way she looks at stuff in a creative way gives me inspiration for my own art,” said the younger Amori, a double art minor. This is the first time that the Glenburn Township Building has hosted a solo artist. Every year in October there is a community art event the township hosts with the help of a municipal arts grant from Lackawanna See Personality, Page 11
Cost: $10 per movie and lesson. Info/reservations: 996.1500.
Literary Arts
Writers Group, for ages 18 and up, at the Dietrich Theater in downtown Tunkhannock, Thursdays from 7 to 8:30 p.m., ongoing. All genres and levels of writing welcome. Cost: Free. Info: 996.1500. STACKS Writing Group, at The Vintage/
Morning Glory Cafe, 326 Spruce St., Scranton, every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. Info: emailstackswritinggroup@gmail.com.
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Yoga Dance Party , Feb. 7 at The Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple, Shopland Hall (Fourth Floor). The night will begin with an all level yoga class
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County. The local artists display their pottery, photographs and paintings with a general theme for the show chosen by Joanne Benson, secretary and treasurer of Glenburn Township. For the past three years Alyssa Amori has been part of the art event.
set to the electronic music of DJ Vinz. Alex and Kelly of Mission Yoga will lead the group through a dance -inspired sequence of postures. Following the yoga class, a short break, then the dance party at 8:15 p.m. Attendees should bring a yoga mat, comfortable workout apparel and a change of clothes for the dance party. Cost: $10 for yoga workshop and dance party or $5 for dance party only. Reservations: www.mission-yoga.com. Info: www.Scran-
tonCulturalCenter.org. “Yoga for You,” Dietrich Theater 60 E. Tioga St. Tunkhannock, Wednesdays 10 - 11 a.m. Yoga Instructor: Melissa Russo. This class will teach or reinforce the basic yoga poses (asanas) which gently stretch and strengthen the body. Attention will be given to breathing and alignment in postures. Bring a mat or beach towel. Cost: $10 per class. Info: 996.1500 or visit www.dietrichtheater.com.
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Recently master storyteller Fiona Powell took us on an adventure with Stories From Around the World at the Dietrich Theater. Through folktales, 43 audience members explored the cultures and countries of Romania, Africa, China and Russia. It was thrilling to see both young and more mature audience members fully engaged in this ancient tradition. After the presentation, students from Commonwealth Connections Academy stayed to ask Fiona questions about being a storyteller. We would like to thank Toni Hockman for sponsoring this free event and look forward to hosting Fiona again in the future. This weekend hiking author and Wyoming County District Attorney Jeff Mitchell will be at the Dietrich for a presentation on Hiking Through the Natural Beauty of Pennsylvania. Join us Saturday, Feb. 2 at 11 a.m. as we experience breathtaking views of our region through this photo presentation. Mitchell will showcase Pennsylvania’s beautiful parks and natural areas, waterfalls, expansive vistas and isolated areas known to only a few people. This presentation is a great guide for those who want to get out there to explore the beauty of Pennsylvania on their own. And even if you are unable to get out there and do some hiking, this presentation will allow you to witness the beauty of our area in the comfort of the theater. Mitchell’s book Hiking Through the Endless Mountains will be offered for sale at the presentation. He has also written Backpacking Pennsylvania, Hiking the Allegheny National Forest and Paddling Pennsylvania. Admission is free and all are invited to attend. Tickets are available by calling 570.996.1500 or at the door while they last. In addition to nature, you can also experience dance during the month of February at the Dietrich. On Sundays, Feb. 10, 17 and 24 at 1 p.m., the Dietrich and NEPA Tango in the Tent encourage you to join us for dance movies and lessons. We will feature the films The Tango Lesson on Sunday, Feb. 10, “Singin’ in the Rain” Feb.17 and “Shall We Dance” Feb. 24. After each film, there will be a dance lesson at Father Nallin Hall (across the street from the theater) taught by local dance instructors. Admission is $10 per movie and lesson and no experience is required. You can come as pairs or singles. Last year the Dietrich hosted a similar program where we saw a tango movie and then took a lesson, and I loved it. For more information or for tickets to one or all of the movies and lessons, please call us at 570.996.1500. Speaking of movement, the Dietrich will be hosting a Nia class in February Tuesdays from See Dietrich, Page 11
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LIBRARY NEWS
If it’s February, it must be time once again for Cabin Fever: a Book Club for Grownups! The idea is to read with a chance to win prizes and get rid of the winter blues at the same time. The Abington Community Library invites adults (18 and older) to take part. Registration opened this week and the book club will run from Feb. 1 through 28. Each adult who registers will receive a Lackawanna County Library System bag containing three “Quick Rate” slips and small gifts. When you return each book, turn in a Quick Rate slip for that book. Each Quick Rate slip gives you the chance to win a gift basket, gift cards to local grocery markets, or a “Batman” T-shirt. The more you read, the more chances you have to win. Extra Quick Rate slips will be available at the Circulation Desk if you want or need more than three. Please register in person. Look for the following new fiction titles on the “New Books Shelf ” for some good “reads” when the temperatures keep you indoors. “Care of Wooden Floors,” by Will Wiles. This novel is about a house sitting gig gone terribly wrong. A British copywriter stays for a week at his composer friend Oskar’s elegant, ultramodern apartment, with instructions to make sure nothing harms the priceless wooden floors. He accidentally, however, spills some wine and over the course of a week, the situation in and out of the sleek apartment spirals hilariously out of control. “The Sanctity of Hate,” by Priscilla Royal. In the summer of 1276 at Tyndal Priory, a villager’s corpse is found floating in the millpond. When Prioress Eleanor’s maid Gytha joins the suspect list, the inquiry takes on a troubling turn. For the sake of justice, Eleanor investigates the murder, but she wonders if unmasking the killer is something she wants to do. “Shiver,” by Karen Robards. Samantha Jones finds Daniel Panterro bound and bloodied in the trunk of a flashy new BMW, beaten by vicious drug runners and left for dead. He takes Sam, his savior, hostage and forces her to help him disappear so his assailants can’t find him to finish the job. Sam’s only choice is to trust this handsome, but menacing, stranger. The Winter Reading Club for children, “Reading is Mammoth Fun!” is now in progress. Youngsters from pre-school through grade 6 are encouraged to join and keep track of their reading minutes each day until March 1. The library will issue certificates and “goody” bags to all who complete the program. They can also enter a number of contests and become eligible to win prizes. Mr. Gene Moyer’s display of handcarved Ice Age mammals is also part of the cold-weather fun in the Children’s Room. The Abington Community Library is located at 1200 W. Grove St., Clarks Summit. Visit our website, www.lclshome.org/abington to register online for events or call the library at 570.587.3440. Don’t have a library card? Register for one at http://www.lclshome.org/ libraryinfo/library_card_reg.asp.
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Fundraiser to address eating disorders BY GERARD NOLAN Abington Journal Correspondent
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Those suffering from eating disorders in Northeastern Pa. may feel they have nowhere to turn, but a local woman is working to change that. Rachel Pugh-Domiano, a resident of Shavertown, recently took initiative to help those afflicted with eating disorders by organizing an event to spread awareness, raise funds to help combat the disease and offer resources to those suffering. The event is called “Feeding Hope,” and the proceeds raised will go to the National Eating Disorders Association. “I have always wanted to create a fundraiser in Northeast Pa.,” she said. “It is a disease that is kept quiet in our area. I don’t feel there are a lot of resources available for those stricken with this disease.” The benefit is timed to coincide with National Eating Disorders Awareness Month in February and marks Pugh-
Domiano’s first step toward fighting the disease in the area. “Anyone who struggles or knows someone struggling will have information on what steps are necessary for help,” she said. “There will also be information on a local support group that I am organizing.” April Price, a Philadelphiabased disc jockey who will perform at the event, echoed Pugh’s desire to raise awareness. “Raising awareness for eating disorders is something close to my heart,” Price said. “I am honored to be a part of such an amazing event.” “Living with an eating disorder can be a dark, lonely and scary place for anyone, especially young girls,” said Price, who said she witnessed the effects of the disease growing up as a professional gymnast and today as a personal trainer. “The emphasis on weight and being ‘tiny’ was so great and everyone felt the pressure,” Price said.
Both Price and Pugh-Domiano want to work to dispel the stigma that seems to surround the disease as well as combat disinformation. “Studies are showing that this very well can be a congenital [from birth] disorder,” Pugh said. “There’s a lot of embarrassment associated with this disease which I would like to change. I don’t believe that developing an eating disorder is the individual’s choice.” Pugh-Domiano she said she herself struggled with eating disorders. “I experienced my own battles as a teenager,” she said. “I can remember dieting as early as second grade.” All proceeds from the event will benefit the National Eating Disorders Association. “We are thrilled that Rachel is organizing this event to help support NEDA’s programs,” said Lynn Grefe, President and CEO of the National Eating Disorders Association. The charity runs a national
The ‘Feeding Hope’ benefit will feature the musical artistry of three DJs, shown from left, DJ Ransom, DJ April Price and DJ Hostyle.
helpline, hosts webinars and works to raise funds and awareness to battle eating disorders. “Events like this help greatly to bring visibility and attention to the seriousness of eating disorders and the need to do more for prevention, early intervention and research,” Grefe added. Pugh-Domiano said there will also be information on a support group that she is founding. Meetings will be held at the Greater Pittston
YMCA. The “Feeding Hope” fundraiser will benefit the National Eating Disorders Association. The event will be held at Traxx Platform Lounge, Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel, Lackawanna Avenue, Scranton on Feb. 15. Doors open at 9 p.m. and the benefit runs from 9:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Entertainment includes music from local disc jockeys DJ Ransom and DJ Hostyle and Price. Cost is a $5 donation at the door.
Intensity key to training BY GERARD NOLAN Abington Journal Correspondent
‘Cabaret of Broken Dreams’ Sappy love songs, romantic comedy and happy endings are strictly prohibited in this anti-Valentine’s Day comedy cabaret that no couple or single person should miss. If you want to laugh until you cry, poke fun at marriage and relationships and tap your feet and sing along as a cast sings about the reality of love, “Cabaret of Broken Dreams” may be the answer. A collection of Broadway, off-Broadway and obscure music, with a few old favorites thrown in will fill the evening. The show runs one night only at the Vintage Theater, 326 Spruce Street, Scranton Feb.15 at 8 p.m. “Cabaret of Broken Dreams” will star company producers John Baldino and Erin Canedy with featured performances by local professionals, Jonathan Alunni and Tracey Kaminsky and musical direction by Linda Houck. “This will be one of our most exciting and funny shows to date,” said executive producer and lead performer John Baldino. “It’s our way of reminding everyone not to take life so seriously. The entire cast is so thrilled to be performing such an amazing collection of music. We can’t wait to engage the audience and send them home smiling, laughing and singing.” Tickets are $12 and can be purchased at the door or in advance at www.ourcabaret.com or by calling the 24-hour box office at 1.800.838.3006.
When author Pete Cerqua was a teenager living in Clarks Summit in the1970s, he was a fitness buff before fitness regimens became ingrained into pop culture. “I was already lifting weights,” he said of his middle school years at Abington Heights school district. “It was rare back then in the late ’70s and early ’80s. Not even football players were doing it back then.” But Cerqua was onto something and in1984 embarked on a career as a personal trainer in New York City. He then founded a gym, South Shore Muscle & Fitness. The writer has been a personal trainer for 25 years and currently owns a studio in the heart of New York City called 90-Second Fitness. “I knew it was a good thing and I wanted to stick with it,” he said of a hobby that turned into a career. While in New York, Cerqua developed a fitness routine that placed emphasis on workout intensity rather than workout duration. He said the aim of his fitness method is to “push [the body] hard for a very short period of time.” He pointed to sprinters, who are known for their muscular
physiques. “These guys are really fitlooking,” he said of the sprinters, who work for nine seconds. “On the other hand, distance runners, they look emaciated. My training style is more of the sprinter.” “As LPs have turned into iPods over the years, exercise has evolved as well,” he added. “More isn’t necessarily better. I encourage people not to work out more but to work out more efficiently.” Soon his method began to gain traction, eventually garnering the notice of book publisher Simon & Schuster. When the publisher approached Cerqua about writing a book based on his methods, he wasn’t sure he could write a book, he said. But the publisher insisted and eventually Cerqua agreed. They told him, “You’ve got something pretty hot here,” he said. “And I wrote it up and Simon & Schuster published it.” “Last week I put out my next two books,” he said of his two latest efforts, “High Intensity Fitness Revolution for Men” and “High Intensity Fitness Revolution for Women.” “The men’s workout is vastly different from the women’s,” he said. “They [Simon & Schuster] thought it was a great idea to do it separately and release it on the
same day.” Cerqua, who also travels the country for speaking engagements, added that he has a new book on dieting in the works. Over the years, he has been interviewed by media outlets like the New York Times and CBS and appeared in Oprah Winfrey’s magazine, “O,” four times. “The press has been wonderful to me,” he said. “The one I’ve having the most fun with is The Abington Journal...to be recognized from your hometown is more special.” The gym owner, author and personal trainer looks back fondly on his years growing up in the Abingtons. He grew up in Clarks Summit and graduated from Abington Heights High School in1981. “It was the best upbringing I could have possibly had,” he said. “From the people to the environment, to the season, it was a wonderful experience. I wish I could do it all over again.” “Every time I go up there it’s the greatest feeling in the world. I don’t know how much I miss everybody ’til I get up there.” For more information on Cerqua, his workout methods or his books, see petecerqua.com or 90-secondfitness.com and join his email list.
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With Jane Julius Honchell SEE JANE READ Book lover? Technophile? Here’s a novel both will enjoy. The first thing you might notice about Robin Sloan’s captivating first novel is that its dust cover glows in the dark – very handy, should you want to find “Mr.Penumbra’s24-HourBookstore” during an attack of insomnia on a cold, dark January night. The second thing that will become abundantly clear is that the ancient and enigmatic Mr. Penumbra’s quaint little emporium, located next to a strip club in San Francisco, is no ordinary bookstore. But that’s just the beginning; by the time you’ve finished this book, you’ll discover that Sloan’s aim is to convince us that the ancient world of books and the modern world of computer technology can be partners in our quest to understand the mysteries of life, and that friendship, love, and healthy doses of curiosity, ingenuity, and persistence will help us decode these mysteries. To accomplish his mission, Sloan has created a fast-paced tale where the border between reality and fantasy flexes and blends, and a trio of geeky friends becomes what the narrator, Clay Jesson, dubs “The Rebel Alliance,” with Mr. Penumbra as their Obi-Wan Kenobi, in an attempt to flummox Marcus Corvina, the executive director of The Unbroken Spine, a 500-year-old fellowship of readers devoted to decoding the codex vitae of its founder, Aldus Manutius, a15th century Venetian printer. But I’m getting ahead of myself. ThestorybeginswhenClay,an out-of-work web designer (thanks to the current recession), stumbles into Mr. Penumbra’s bookstore and lands a job as its night shift clerk. He gets the job because he can swarm up a ladderlikeamonkey.Ladder-climbing dexterity is a must, since the narrow little bookstore’s shelves are three stories high. Unlike the piles of used books for sale at the front of the store, the books on these shelves, which Clay thinks of as “the Wayback List,” are part ofacuriouslendinglibrary,available only to a small group of passionate readers who are “members.” Clay is not allowed to examine the books on the high-rise shelves, but eventually his curiosity gets the better of him. He takes a peek and discovers that all of these books are written in code, their pages covered by a solid jumble of letters. Towhileawayhistimeatwork, Clay creates a computerized 3-D model of the bookstore and its contents,andheshowsthemodel toachancevisitortotheshop,the cute and brilliant Kat Potente, in an attempt to impress her. Kat, who works for Google as a data visualization specialist (whatever that is), is obsessed with the idea that computers will help their programmers discover the keytoimmortality.Whenthetwo young computer geeks become romantically involved, Kat borrows Google’s immense resources to help Clay crack the Wayback List’s code.
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Clay’s two visits to the Google campus are among the most fascinating scenes in the book. At the sprawling Google campus, where, with the impish humor that pervades the book, Sloan has the Googlers “developing a form of renewable energy that runs on hubris,” Kat harnesses the powers of countless computers and solves “The Founder’s Puzzle” – a feat which normally takes novices of The Unbroken Spine years to accomplish -- in a matter of minutes. Thus, although he hasn’t earned this rite of passage, Clay becomes a member of the “unbound,” the second rung in The Unbroken Spine’s hierarchy. When Mr. Penumbra learns of Clay’s accomplishment, he disappears.TheworriedClayenlists the help of Kat and his boyhood friend, Neel Shah (now the relatively wealthy owner of Anatomix, a firm that specializes in computer simulations of “the boobs” of famous movie stars) to track down his mentor. Now the setting shifts to Manhattan, where one of the libraries of The Unbroken Spine has been carved out of the bedrock beneath the city, and in whose Reading Room black-robed members try to decode The Founder’s aforementioned codex vitae. Unlike Kat, they believe that this book – not computers – holds the key to immortality. Sloanalsotakesusonfascinating side trips to a bar for bibliophiles, a techie boutique hotel, and then backacrossthecountrytoaKnitting Museum in California and a warehouseinNevadathathouses unclaimed museum artifacts. The author’s imagination is boundless. Not only does he treat us to a gaggle of quirky and appealingcharactersandabunchof interesting settings, but he also invents an imaginary typeface, Gerritszoon, named for its designer, Griffo Gerritszoon, who worked with his friend, Aldus Manutius. Sloan also creates a collapsible cardboard scanner, which Clay sneaks into the underground library in order to copy Manutius’s massive tome. Now admittedly, “Mr. Penumbra’s 24-Hour Bookstore” is not perfect. If, like me, you are not a techie, you may be mystified by a lot of the computer stuff, but I foundthatthisdidnotmarmyenjoyment. Granted, the plot is convoluted and contains a few too many convenient coincidences and an unnecessary epilogue, but hey, it’s a first novel, so you can’t expect perfection. Despite these reservations, it’s a thoroughly enjoyable read. I’m sure you’re wondering whether Clay and friends discover the key to immortality, and if so, what that is, but I’m not telling. You’ll just have to visit “Mr. Penumbra’s 24-Hour Bookstore” and find out for yourself. Jane Julius Honchell, who resides in Glenburn Twp., is a well-known features writer and columnist. She is an associate professor at Keystone College, La Plume, where she serves as Director of Theater. "See Jane Read" appears monthly in The Abington Journal.
First National Community Bank (FNCB)announced a $4,700 Education Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) donation to the NEIU 19 Creative Opportunities Regarding Education (CORE) Foundation. The donation will help Representatives from First National Community Bank present a $4700 the foundation create and Education Improvement Tax Credit donation to the NEIU 19 CORE enhance educational opFoundation. From left: Joseph Earyes, FNCB First Senior Vice Presiportunities for both educadent, Retail Banking Officer; Dr. Clarence Lamanna, Executive Director tors and students in the of NEIU 19 and Jerry Champi, FNCB Chief Operating Officer. 20 school districts served
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grandfather’s farm land, Fred W. Eckel Sons, on Port Royal Road, Newton Twp., said longevity, preservation and a focus on helping children were three key reasons he made the inkind donation of the land that has been his family for more than 100 years. Marley’s Mission is a non-profit organization that provides Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy at no cost to children and families who have experienced trauma. “Quite honestly, my association only goes back to this past year. Kevin Carr contacted me and he asked if I would meet with a few individuals who were leaders in Marley’s Mission because they were looking for land for their new home...,” said Eckel. He also donated proceeds from the sale of corn crops on the land. “I said, ‘We’ve got corn growing on that land, so instead of taking that out or not maintaining it, I’ll maintain it for the rest of the season and we’ll harvest it. We’ll give you the proceeds. My fulfillment will come out of children who benefit from it.’ I can’t tell you how pleased I believe my aunts, grandfather and grandmother would be to see this…I’m really committed to seeing this work.” Eckel served on the Agricultural Policy Advisory Committee to the Trade Ambassador and Secretary of Agriculture during the Uruguay round of the trade negotiations. President George W. Bush appointed him to BIFAD, the Board For International Food and Agricultural Development. Marley’s Mission Board Member Vitali Burne has her own mission that seems to
uniquely coincide with the goals of the nonprofit organization. In an effort to honor the memory and legacy of her late brother, R. Matthew Burne who was a philanthropist and champion for those in need, she has embraced Marley’s Mission with passion. In 2010, she donated to the non-profit organization a new Honda Odyssey, on behalf of her late father, Dick Burne, for the purpose of transporting children, who had no means, to and from the group’s Lake Ariel location for therapy. Later that year, she donated a 25-acre parcel of land in South Abington Township that belonged to her late brother Matt, to be used as the new home for Marley’s Mission. When environmental regulations prevented that move, she allowed the Board to sell that property and use the proceeds as a down payment for a more fitting property in Newton Ransom Township. Then, honoring the wishes of her father, to fund philanthropy through his life insurance benefits, she donated the funds needed to complete the purchase and pay for the Newton Ransom property. Last year, Vitale Burne established the R. Matthew Burne Hope and Healing Fund which is an Endowment with the Scranton Area Foundation. This fund exists to assist those children in need of services provided by Marley’s Mission who otherwise would not qualify for treatment due to lack of funding sources. And, this year, her family business, Matt Burne Honda, has stepped up as the Triple Crown Sponsor for the 3rd Annual Marley’s Mission Blue Ribbon Gala. When asked about her dedication and commitment to Marley’s Mission, she sums it up this way: “The contribution
Lackawanna Trail students qualify for district band Two Lackawanna Trail musicians qualified for the PMEA District 9 Jazz Band Concert to be held at Tunkhannock Area High School March 14-15. Kyle Holmes qualified on trombone and Molly Mattes qualified on voice part alto.
I’ve made to Marley’s Mission is something I believe was meant to be. This organization has a life of its own and a momentum like nothing I’ve ever seen before. I believe there’s a bigger power at work here, and I’m honored to be able to support such a wonderful and needed program, and, at the same time honor both my brother’s and my father’s legacies. I know this is exactly what they both would want me to be doing.” Vitale Burne is Dealer Principal and President of Matt Burne Honda, Scranton. She resides in Berwyn with her two sons, Nicholas and Lucas Fein Honorary Chairman of the Gala is U.S. Senator Bob Casey and Masters of Ceremony are WNEP’s Sofia Ojeda and Thom Welby. Event co-chairs are Kathleen Bolling Bell, Dalton and Gretchen Wintermantel, Dunmore. The theme of the 2013 centerpiece project this year, which will feature art created by children from area schools, organizations and groups, is “What Does a Forever Home Mean to You?.” It is “reflecting the fact that Marley’s Mission has purchased its ‘forever’ home on a beautiful 32.4-acre property in Newton Township,” according to Wintermantel. The art will be used as centerpieces on the tables and in the cocktail area at the gala. Art is being accepted and groups or schools interesting in contributing are asked to contact art@marleysmission.com for guidelines. “We are truly excited for the Third Annul Marley’s Mission Blue Ribbon Gala. This is the major fundraising event for Marley’s Mission, so it is extremely important to us that it is a big success,” Wintermantel said. “Kathy and I are fortunate
presenting a movement and storytelling class series for preschoolers next month. Little Continued from Page 9 ones are invited to join instruc5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Instructor Laura Ancherani will introduce tor Michaela Moore Wednesdays, Feb. 6 through 27 from10 us to Nia, which is a combinato10:45 a.m. for these classes tion of yoga, martial arts and that will focus on movement, dance for health, wellness and storytelling, theatre games, fitness. Nia classes offer a interpreting music, character unique combination of 52 mocreation and more. All of these vies that corresponds with the main areas of the bodies. Begin- activities will culminate in a ners and highly fit athletes alike casual presentation of a story created by the class. Admission can adapt to Nia by choosing is free. Call the Dietrich at from one of three intensity levels. Admission is $40 for the 570.996.1500 to sign up. As you can see, the Dietrich is four class series. so much more than the movies. The Dietrich will also be
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to have a talented and committee planning committee in place who are dedicated to making the evening a memorable one. From the decor and mixed media art project, to the children’s artwork, to the program and theme itself, we have planned a really special night.” Among the other highlights of the evening gala are an interactive mixed media piece of artwork created on the evening at the Gala that is being coordinated by members of the gala committee, Clarks Summit artist, Trinka Ravaioli and New Milford graphic designer, Maria Conigliaro. Gala attendees will have a chance to participate in creating it. Raffle prizes include a “Home Sweet Home” package that includes an original painting by renowned artist and Old Forge native Angela Trotta Thomas, an Elmwood headboard created by Dunmore resident Greg Roche-Sibio and a handcrafted stained cedar chest made by Wayne County woodworker and artist Al Day; a trip to Marco Island, Fla.; a trip to Palm Harbor, Fla.; and two premium tickets to “Mamma Mia!” on Broadway, with an exclusive backstage tour by Olyphant native and star of the show Judy McLane, and a $250 Visa gift card. The trips to Florida will have airfare voucher or gift card and lodging in beachfront condos included. For additional details regarding the raffle, visit marleysmission.com/raffle2013/ for more details and applicable restrictions. The band “Into the Spin” will provide entertainment. Gala hours are 6 to 11 p.m., with the cocktail hour to get underway at 6 p.m. Tickets are $125. For more information, visit marleysmission.com.
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by the NEIU. Through the Pennsylvania Educational Improvement Tax Credit Program, FNCB has contributed more than $181,000 to eligible scholarship, educational improvement, and prekindergarten scholarship organizations across Lackawanna, Luzerne, Wayne and Monroe counties.
Aside from the single photographs, she has a book, “Scranton-The Electric City” that she assembled in 2007, specifically for the soldiers in Afghanistan, that can also be purchased at the exhibit or online: http://www.alyssaamoriphotography.com/de-
fault.html. “The book is all about Scranton. I wanted to put something together for soldiers to show their comrades and buddies, so that they could refer to it when talking about home. The pictures in the book give them something to hold onto; a piece of home,” said the photographer. Those interested in participating or exhibiting art can call Benson at 563.1177. Alyssa Amori displays her photography at the Glenburn Township Municipal Building now until the end of March.
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Not your garden variety 90’s pop stars Gin Blossoms stays true to roots but find ways to grow.
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’End of a Lovely Day’ by Nina Davidowitz
‘Illuminations’ at ArtWorks Born in 1959, American artist Nina Davidowitz has been working professionally for more than 30 years. She is a native of Kingston, where she graduated from Wyoming Seminary High School. Davidowitz received a B.A. in Art History from Mount Holyoke College, South Hadley, Mass. in 1981 and an M.F.A. in Design from Marywood University in 2004. She has been creating art since she was a young child, and is a selftaught painter, always exploring new creative venues. The local landscape, with its varied terrain of small cities, suburban towns, forests and farmlands, inspires her work. Davidowitz was honored to be selected for the “Pennsylvania Governor’s Awards for the Arts” in 2006 and “The Art of the State: Pennsylvania 2011” at the State Museum of Pennsylvania in Harrisburg. Her work can be found in many private and corporate collections. “Illuminations” by Nina Davidowitz will be on exhibit at ArtWorks Gallery & Studio, 503 Lackawanna Avenue, Scranton, Feb. 1 through March 30 with an opening reception Feb. 1 from 6 to 9 p.m. A second reception will be held March 1 from 6 to 9 p.m. with the addition of an exhibition of her drawings in the classroom. She described her work: “This exhibition represents my continued exploration of color, light, and form. The “forms” in my paintings come from my favorite subject matter: glimpses of my own neighborhood. As I go through my day, I often come upon beautiful, illuminated scenes of houses, yards, streets and hedgerows. These scenes literally stop me in my tracks. I record these inspiring moments with photography, taking hundreds of photographs a month. Of these many photos, perhaps one or two will become a painting.”
our Grammy-nominated musicians set out on 100city concert tour across the U.S. As bandmates they share more than 20 years of history in the industry, but each brings his own unique take on the craft and side ventures to the table. Sometimes what unites them is an unexpected common denominator. And for influential talents the Gin Blossoms, one shared diversion takes place in the kitchen, rather than the studio. “I love cooking and I cook a lot – actually the whole band does- we all enjoy cooking and we talk about it quite a bit,” said Jesse Valenzuela, co-founder of the band, who helped pen 1990s radio hits “I’ll Follow You
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Gin Blossoms will perform Feb. 2 at the Sherman Theater in Stroudsburg. Above, from left: Scott Johnson, Bill Leen, Robin Wilson and Jesse Valenzuela. guitarist Robin Wilson is all Down,” “Until I Fall Away” about the pizza. and “Found Out About You.” But look out, Old Forge. And some East Coast favor“Robin is lucky enough to ites might be enough to lure live in the Northeast – he lives them out of the kitchen. in Long Island. He’s been liv“Traveling in the Northeast ing in Long Island for maybe like this is joyful because the food is just fantastic,” Venezue- 10 years now. He has become a la said. “You can promise snow real pizza snob. And if it doesn’t look right to him he and good Italian food.” just won’t even bend.” He said lead vocalist and “I think that the best food is Italian. I grew up with my Technology, travel tips and breakfast Mexican mother and it breaks Songwriter Jesse Valenzuela shares deep thoughts on a Monday her heart that I say that.” morning from Portland, Me. Valenzuela, the band’s 1. Ready for a road trip? only native of Tempe, Ariz., “I grew up out West so I’m partial. I think Texas is where they originated in a very musical place. I’ve been living in southern 1987, said its members are California in my adult life, I really love it there.” making the most of intimate And Sweden, “a very beautiful place." venues on their current tour 2. Start every day with a solid breakfast. such as the Sherman Theater Especially in Nashville. Greens, beans and mac and cheese anyone? in Stroudsburg. “A place on West End I always go to, Rotier’s. … “It’s a pleasure because we It’s old school.” get to play longer shows 3. What’s in his iPod (or maybe his Walkmanthan we probably would in see No. 4) the summertime. We’re “This English songwriter Nick Lowe, Rodney playing a couple songs we Crowell, my friend JD (Souther)…this band from New Jersey named haven’t played in years.” Fountains of Wayne.” He wouldn’t divulge so 4. Who doesn’t love Netflix? much as one note. “Not to sound like, you know, an old man. When we started touring But fans can hope their perthere were no cell phones. Now in the bus there is Internet, cell phones, sonal favorite deep tracks apcable TV. I can’t believe what’s happened in 20 years. Back then you had a VCR and you had to travel with a bag of VCR tapes. Now you just pear in the set list at the Feb. 2 dial up Netflix.” show alongside an impressive 5. Warming the hearts of librarians everywhere: number of radio hits that still “I’m one of the last guys still holding onto a book. I like to stack them receive plenty of play today. as I read them… and realize, ‘Oh that’s how many books you’ve read in Including “Miss Disarray” the last few months.’ It’s just something I’ve done since I was a kid.” from their latest offering, His son, Gabriel, 13, shares his passion. “He reads and just piles them 2010’s “No Chocolate Cake.” up. I bought him a new bookshelf. He’s a real character.” 6. Serious advice to aspiring songwriters: “If it’s really something you want to do, you should pursue it. Don’t do it with any notion of financial glory. It’s a very difficult business. ...Go out there and support yourself. ”
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After all, the band’s 1992 sophomore effort “New Miserable Experience” a quadruple platinum album, held its own on the charts for almost three years with singles “Hey Jealousy,” “Allison Road,” “Found Out About You” and “Mrs. Rita,” among others. Some audience members will await the single written in 1995 which earned the Gin Blossoms platinum-status as a cut on the soundtrack for the film “Empire Records”: “Til I Hear It From You.” Others might hold out for “Follow You Down” or Grammy- nominated “As Long As It Matters” from the 1996 album “Congratulations I’m Sorry.” After the show, listeners might begin to wonder if the Gin Blossoms sound has infiltrated their everyday lives. And they wouldn’t be wrong. Valenzuela, who contributes vocals and guitar to the band, as well as songwriting, regularly has his work featured in TV shows, films and commercials. “Friday I just got a call that they’re using an old song of mine for the closing credits for a movie… I don’t even know what movie it is.” He described “Cowboy Hold On Tight” as a “spoofy little tune I wrote a long time ago with my friend Brian. It’s been in several TV shows, a couple of movies and even a commercial.” The humble songwriter takes no glory. “You just stay active and I have really good agents. ” He has collaborated with everyone from Eagles hitmaker JD Souther to Stevie Nicks. And Valenzuela can’t get enough of country. “I’m going to head to Nashville in March,” he said, “There are so many great songwriters. I spoke with Rodney Crowell last week... we had breakfast about six months ago and we
Pickup lines from Gin Blossoms With Valentine’s Day around the corner, every guy in the NEPA dating scene should take a lesson from Gin Blossoms. Five lyrics from their 1990’s mega hit ‘Hey Jealousy” are a solid start. * Start with a guilt trip. “Tell me do you think it’d be all right if I could just crash here tonight? You can see I’m in no shape for driving and anyway I’ve got no place to go.” * Appeal to her sense of danger. “Tomorrow we can drive around this town, and let the cops chase us around.” * Be a nice guy. “You can trust me not to think, and not to sleep around.” * Toss a backhanded compliment: “And you know it might not be that bad, you were the best I’d ever had.” * If all else fails, every girl wants to feel she is the one who got away. ‘If I hadn’t blown the whole thing years ago, I might be here with you.”
kind of hit it off. I’d like to write with him when we can.” And 2013 will bring the band to The Mark McGrath and Friends cruise with: Sugar Ray, Smash Mouth, Cracker, Spin Doctors, Vertical Horizon, The Verve Pipe, Marcy Playground and acoustic performances by Ed Roland of Collective Soul and Ed Kowalczyk of Live. And until then Valenzuela is content to share the stage and kitchen with his Gin Blossom bandmates. He will be joined Feb. 2 by Wilson, Scott Johnson on guitar and Bill Leen on bass said there’s only one thing he asks from NEPA fans to make the Gin Blossoms feel at home: “I want Pennsylvania to bring us out some meatballs. I defy your readers to dine us.”
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alorie McCoy, a junior at Abington Heights High School, organized a field hockey instructional clinic for children in grades 5 through 8 at the Newton Recreation Center to fulfill her senior project Jan. 27. Coaches and players from the varsity and junior high teams were present to
offer instruction. The clinic taught the basic skills and rules of playing of sport, including stick work, passing, defense and shooting. All proceeds were donated Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Team Sweeney, in honor of McCoy’s 4-yearold cousin, Liam Sweeney. McCoy is the daughter of Laurie and Tim McCoy.
L.T. senior excels on the mat BY ROBERT TOMKAVAGE rtomkavage@theabingtonjournal.com
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ABOVE: Shown are, front row, from left: Paige Notarianni and Malorie McCoy. Back row: Amy Wojick, Abington Heights High School varsity coach; Claire Notarianni, Chloe Cummings, Serena DeSeta and Heather Bluhm, 7th & 8th grade coach. AT RIGHT: Malorie McCoy displays proper stick -handling technique.
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ABOVE: Claudia Kozar and Danielle Beamish participate in a field hockey clinic that Abington Heights student Malorie McCoy is running as her senior project.
Pink Night unites players, community
with me. At the time, I wanted to do it with former head coach Roy Gibbs from Scranton Prep While they may be fierce because he was a friend of competitors on the court, Abington Heights High School mine and he was more than willing to do it with us. We did and Scranton Preparatory School join together each year it with him the first year, since then they have a new coach, but to raise awareness and funds we kept the tradition going.” for breast cancer research According to Bucciarelli, the through their annual Pink Scranton Prep parents club Night girls basketball game. asked if they could host it the Abington Heights head second year. This will be the coach Vince Bucciarelli profifth year of the special game, posed the idea for the game with the host site rotating each after watching a similar event year. on TV in 2007. Bucciarelli said he has been “I was watching a women’s pleased with how well the college basketball game incommunity has embraced the volving the late coach (Kay) Yow of North Carolina State,” event from the start. “There’s been great support he said. “She had cancer and all from everyone,” he said. “Both the players had pink uniforms parents clubs do a great job on. I thought that might be a good idea. I presented it to my with it. All the girls that have played in it the past five years parents club about six years ago and they jumped on board come together. They go out and BY ROBERT TOMKAVAGE
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play a hard game, but both teams go out and sell T-shirts to raise money. “I didn’t realize how much money we could collect. I started it because I’ve been coach-
C.S. native receives MVP award Prior to tip-off of The University of Scranton men’s basketball game Danzig against Juniata College Saturday evening at the Long Center, sophomore guard Ross Danzig (Clarks Green/Abington Heights/Blair Academy) was presented the 60th annual John ‘Les’ Dickman Award as the Royals’ most valuable player (MVP). Then he went out and proved why he deserved it. Danzig connected on 6 of 10 shots from the field and finished with 17 points, seven rebounds, and three assists to lead the Royals to an 81-60 victory. Scranton, which improved to 14-5 overall and 6-3 in the Landmark Conference, also received 12 points and six rebounds from freshman forward Brendan Boken (South Pasadena, Calif./Loyola) and 12 points from junior guard Tommy Morgan (Greenlawn, N.Y./Chaminade). The Royals dominated the Eagles from the start, establishing their low-post game . Scranton shot nearly 52 percent from the field in the first half to build up a 37-26 lead by intermission, then broke it open midway through the second half, building up a 23-point cushion. To their credit, the Eagles did cut the margin to 13 with 4:56 remaining before Royal sophomore guard Justin Klingman (Clarks Summit/Abington Heights) knocked down a 3-pointer to take the wind out of Juniata’s sails. Klingman provided a major spark off the bench. He played 15 minutes, connected on both of his field goal attempts, and finished with a career-high tying eight points, two assists, and did not have a turnover.
Lackawanna Trail senior wrestler Victor Rosa has been involved with the sport from age 6.
FACTORYVILLE- Lackawanna Trail senior wrestler Victor Rosa has been involved with the sport of wrestling from a young age and has developed a love for the sport. “I began wrestling when I was around 6 years old,” Rosa said. “My parents and grandparents like to watch me wrestle, so I do it for them, and I enjoy the sport.” Rosa enjoys the individual aspect of the sport as well as the time and effort it takes to be successful. “I like the fact that you go out there and its one against one,” he said. “You’re just fighting each other and it takes a lot of training and a lot of energy in the room. It’s a fun sport.” First-year head coach Mike Petherick thinks Rosa complete arsenal of moves has led to his success. “He’s tough on his feet and he has good feet skills,” Petherick said. “He’s good with breakdowns and has solid pining combinations. All around, he has something in each category. He’s relentless, too. I think that goes along with it. His work ethic in the room is solid. He’s always working hard.” The Fleetville native believes his quickness on the mat is an advantage. “I think my quickness is the best skill I have,” Rosa said. “Also, on top I use a lot of different technical
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Players and coaches from Abington Heights and Scranton Prep present a check to representatives from the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute during a “Pink Night” game during 2011.
Spring sports signups, physicals Feb. 19 at A.H.H.S. The Abington Heights Spring Sports Signup and Physicals will be held Feb. 19, from 2:30 to 6 p.m. at the High School Field House. The cost of the physical is $15. Athletes who did not participate in fall or winter sports need to turn in the Abington Heights Participation form and PIAA Comprehensive Initial Pre-participation Physical Examination form at the field house during the winter sports signup. Athletes who participated in fall sports and have an Athletic Participation form and PIAA Comprehensive Initial Pre-participation Physical Examination form on file will need to turn in a Re-Certification by Parent/ Guardian form. Practice/tryouts will begin March 14.
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moves and (Coach) Petherick does a great job keeping us in great condition in the room.” While Rosa was also complimentary of former coach Jeff Stauffer, he mentioned how some things have changed this season. “Coach Petherick does a lot of different conditioning drills,” Rosa said. “We’re probably the most conditioned team on the mat. Also, he mixes up different moves and shows us different techniques. “I’ve been so lucky the past four years to have two great coaches.” In addition to wrestling, Rosa also participated in baseball, cross country and football at Lackawanna Trail. He was also a member of the Wellness Committee, Envirothon, and National Honor Society. Rosa, 18, is the son of Donna and Victor Rosa. He plans to attend Stockton College in New Jersey to study physical therapy and play baseball. Rosa has high hopes for the rest of the season on the mat. “I plan to work hard in the room and see how far I can get through districts and maybe make it to regionals,” he said. Petherick believes Rosa has the potential to make a deep run in the postseason events. “He just has to keeping working hard,” Petherick said. “He’s improving and getting stronger every week. I think he’s pretty much capable of doing whatever he wants, as long as he puts his mind to it.” The coach has also noticed improvements in Rosa’s mindset over the past few matches. “He started off slow like everyone else does, but he’s progressing,” Petherick said. “He’s pushing the pace of his matches, and that’s what I encourage the guys to do.” According to Petherick, the team also continues to improve throughout the season. “The boys that are in the room now have been working hard from Day One,” he said. “They bought into what I asked them to do and it’s starting to pay off. Everyone is getting better and I know that every time they go out there, they’re going to leave everything on the mat. It’s good to see.”
Alumni game set for Feb. 9 The University of Scranton women’s basketball team will host an alumni game Feb. 9, in the Long Center prior to the Lady Royals’ game against Catholic. The alumni game will be held from 3 to 4 p.m., with shoot-around starting at 2:30 p.m. Following the game, alumni will be welcome to use the Lady Royals’ locker room to shower and change. Scranton will host Catholic at 5 p.m. in the Long Center, with the senior class being honored prior to tip-off. Following the game at approximately 6:30 p.m., a reception will take place in the Byron Center for alumni, family, friends, the team and coaches. The University of Scranton men’s team will also host Catholic that evening at 7 p.m., with the Royals’ senior class being honored before tip-off. For more information on the women’s basketball alumni or to RSVP, contact assistant coach Stephanie Witko at stephanie.witko@scranton.edu.
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2013 Basketball Cheerleaders
Members of the Lackawanna Trail Basketball Cheerleading Squad are: front, from left: Bryanna Burdette and Anna Sweppenheiser; second row: Mackenzie Gardner, Julianna Jarnagin and Lindsay Bergey; third row: Sarah Scioscia, Kristen Miller, Heaven Roberts, Megan Peckins and Madeline Giardina; back; Deanna Warren, Melissa Russell, Kara Fernald and Morelia Mack.
Trail basketball team leads cancer fundraising effort Lackawanna Trail students are busy with the fifth annual Coaches versus Cancer fundraiser. Seniors Matthew Decker,
Dalton Mecke and Devin Walsh will sell T-shirts wristbands and hair bands during lunches and at games. All proceeds will benefit the
American Cancer Society. The program will end Feb. 2 when both the boys and girls basketball teams will play Mountain View at home.
The Child’s World, a publishing company from North Mankato, Minn., has released a series of six books by Clarks Summit author Tom Robinson. Robinson wrote all six titles for the Math in Sports series, which is targeted toward readers in Grades 2-5. Robinson, who specializes in books for young readers, recently completed the manuscript for his 34th book, which has not yet by released. The recently released series includes: Auto Racing: Math at the Racetrack; Baseball: Math at the Ballpark; Basketball: Math on the Court; Football: Math on the Gridiron; Hockey: Math at the Rink; and Soccer: Math on the
NEPA Miners accepted into Empire Football League This year, the Miners season will be played in the Empire Football League (EFL), established in 1969. The NEPA Miners regular season will kickoff July 13 at home versus the defending EFL champions, the Monroe County Sting. The Miners made the league switch looking for great competition and the tradition for the fans, quality facilities and opponents for
the players and coaches along with a professional league web site and statistic data base for our local media. The NEPA Miners will have an opportunity to compete for the League Championship Oct. 12 and the EFL champion will play for the New York State Title Oct. 19 versus the league champion from the Northeastern Football Alliance (NFA).
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and resources on specific cancers, including breast for the people of Northeastern Pennsylvania. Trained professionals provide personalized counseling as well as information on support groups, web sites and fact sheets. Bucciarelli’s favorite part about the game is the packed house united by a cause and a color. “Coming in the gym and looking in the stands you don’t know who’s cheering for who because everyone is in pink shirts,” he said. “To have 600 people show up all dressed the same for a girls basketball game is a pretty neat experience to see in the stands.” In the midst of a season, competitive nature can take over and make it easy to forget the real important things in life. Bucciarelli keeps his Lady Comets grounded through multiple community service projects. “There is more to life than just playing basketball,” Bucciarelli said. “I don’t like to lose games, but I try to instill in the young ladies that I’ve been coaching that there is more to basketball than wins and losses.” Bucciarelli believes the experiences have a lasting effect on his players. “I’ve heard from girls in the past that they were happy that they did this,” he said. “Girls that I’ve coached come back and say this miss playing, but got a lot out of doing other things besides playing basketball.” Lady Comets’ junior center Breanna Toro enjoys the fundraising aspect of the event. “My favorite part is raising the money by selling the shirts,” she said. “I think it’s a great experience for all of us and a great way to help people who are in need.” Senior forward Katherine Rosencrance is moved the moment at half court when both teams gather to present the check to the Cancer Institute. “When we ask the people that have been affected by cancer to stand up, it’s great seeing the people of our community that we’re helping,” she said. Rosencrance added that it’s rewarding to work together with a division opponent to improve the lives of women now and in the future. “Knowing that they are one of our biggest rivals, but we’re actually working together for a good cause is the best part about it,” she said.
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According to Robert Durkin, President of the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute, funds raised from the game have been vital to many programs the organization offers. “We’re most grateful to the students, booster clubs and administrations of both schools,” Durkin said. “What’s great about the event is that young ladies take it upon themselves to address an important issue that may someday affect them or may be affecting their aunt, mom or other loved ones. It’s really heartening to see that they want to do something great to benefit so many generations.” Some programs that are offered by the Cancer Institute with the help of money generated from the game include: * Breast Cancer: What I Need to Know: This program provides current information on breast cancer including, risk factors, warning signs and PHOTO COURTESY ALICE STUFFLE symptoms plus screening recShown, from left: Senior basketball players Matthew Decker, Dalton Mecke and Devin Walsh. ommendations. All sessions are offered free of charge to the public. * Pink Lights Interest Patch: The Institute worked with the Girl Scouts in the Heart of PA to develop the Pink Light interest patch promoting breast health and breast cancer awareness for regional Girl Scouts. Survivors Celebration was held September 22, 2012 at Kirby Park, Wilkes-Barre and September 29, 2012 at McDade Park, Scranton.As always, the Lackawanna Trail wrestlers, front row, from left: Lackawanna Trail High School hosted a wresevents provide cancer survivors, Thomas Fricke (170) third place; Bill Lee (138) first tling tournament Jan. 19. The Lions finished caregivers and healthcare proplace; and Cooper Rosiak (152); Back row: Zach fourth out of eight teams with a team score of fessionals the opportunity to Walters (220) fourth place; Victor Rosa (145) and 106.50. Whitehall High School finished first gather and meet others who Justin Barber (HVY.) third place. with a score of 205.00 know firsthand what it means to celebrate life. * Cancer Resources Guide and www.cancernepa.org: The Cancer Institute’s Cancer Resources Guide and web page have information on specific cancers. These well -utilized resources offer basic facts on breast cancer, regional support groups, links to national sites and updates on current screening recommendations. * Program Integration: The Cancer Institute has integrated basic wellness information into all Community Education Programs. This includes the recent updates on breast cancer screening. * Information and Referrals: The Cancer Institute responds daily to requests for information PHOTO COURTESY ALICE STUFFLE
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Field. The 32-page books show young readers how math and sports go together. The books explain how geometry and angles are part of sports, which also use averages, percentages and other statistics to track the success of players and teams. In addition to his work as an author, Robinson is a freelance sports writer and an editor of medical and educational books. His writing assignments include frequent sports coverage for Civitas Media, publisher of The Abington Journal. More information about the series is available at: childsworld.com/shop/show/5600.
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A.H. student to attend seminar Abington Heights High School sophomore student Leah Silverman will represent the school at the Hugh O’Brian Leadership Seminar to be held at a major university in Pennsylvania this spring. Leah was chosen from a very competitive group of sophomores who entered the competition. Founded in 1958, HOBY’s mission is to inspire and develop our global community of youth and volunteers to a life dedicated to leadership, service and innovation. HOBY programs are conducted annually throughout the United States, serving local and international high school students. Shown, from left, High School Principal Pamela Murray, HOBY Ambassador Leah Silverman and Guidance Counselor Donna McCreary.
LAKELAND HONOR ROLL Lakeland Jr./Sr. High School announces its first quarter honor roll. Grade 7 High Honor Roll - Cyril Babcanec, Logan Bednash, Jennifer Bjork, Rebecca Bonham, Samantha Calachino, Rebekah Campbell, Abigail Carey, Avianna Carilli, Haley ClaussWalton, Lauren Cunningham, Meghan Fawcett, Jordyn Flynn, Elizabeth Gavalis, Michael Goerlitz, Maria Good, Matthew Hayes, Michael Kaffka, Marley Amelia Kinderman, Sarah Knutelski, Lexis Kochmer, Rodney La Borde, Joella Leader, Samuel Morgan, Riley Munley, Domenico Piraino, Robert Pliska, Cheyenne Ponce, Lauren Rzucidlo, Evan Samuelsen, Ashley Slack, Makenzie Smith, Aleah Snedeker, Paul Sokoloski, Silas Stearns, Wesley Strong, Celine Twardzik, Nathaniel Uher, Rachel Winkler, Reece Wormuth, Annie Yurgosky Honor Roll - Zachary Allen, Rhiannon Berghauser, Danae Bertholf, Cheyenne Black, Mia Bomba, Tiffini Kalt, Alyssa Kashmer, Shane Brian Keen, Kyla Kizer, , avid Kosch, Jacob Kutchmanich, Brooke Longstreet, Leah Loomis, Angel Martin, Hope Ord, Dominic Paglianite, Elisa Piraino, mily Sashko, Samantha Searles, Christopher Smigiel, Cassie Ann Stracham Grade 8 High Honor Roll - Hannah Amico, Lauren Amico, Kerri Armstrong, Maiya Bautista, Cameron Bullet, Kayla Burns, Nicolas Catanzaro, Albert Chapacharis, Christian Cicio, Abigail Comparetta, Isabella Demyan, Joshua Dippel, Nancy Estadt, Molly Fawcett, Kyle Hallisky, Madison Harding, Thomas Heller, Brittany Hoover, David Hudak, John Kozlosky, Stephen Liuzzo, Sal Marino, Alyssa Meta, Ty Nichols, Leah Noldy, Tyler Paulino, Miyah Pliska, Philip Podhyski, Kathryn Retzbach, Bradley Richards, Abigail Samuelsen, Lainie Sarnoski, Casey Smith, Lucas Snedeker, Brianna Stangline, Brooke Thomas, Abigail Nicole Wasko Honor Roll - Patrick Battle, Emily Borosky, Jordan Boshman, Morgan Brennan, Connor Cadora, Melanie Dixon, Amelia Ealo, Natalie Giovannari, Jakob Gross, Jordan Houston, Kateri Kleinbauer, Maria Knutelski, Leah Pawluck, Emily Pollits, Dylan Reeves, Morgan Ruddy, Tyler Schwartztrauber, Shaun Swatt, Julia Taylor, Elena Tomcykoski, Karlee Vaverchak, Adrianna Elise Vilgos, Madison Ziobro Grade 9 High Honor Roll - Kayla Agentowicz, Molli Campbell, Nicholas Cicio, Jenneca Comes, Marina Contorno, Collin Cooper, Corey Davis, Rachel Anne Decker, Lindsey Domonoski, Kathryn Drazdauskas, Nikolai Feduchak, Taylor Flynn, Robert Fortuner, Anthony Harding, Kristen Hlavaty, Lindsay Jones, Jessica Kozlosky, Maria Merrigan, Sarah Mihalick, Taylor Morgan, Graeme Nichols, Armen Rissmiller, Mary Rzucidlo, Dylan Smith, Brooke Stearns, Dominick Tolerico, Georgia Verrastro, Joseph Wanat Honor Roll - Abigail Aniska, Christine Anzelmi, Michael Arzie, Dana Beecroft, Antonio Cerminaro, James Eskra, Emily Killiany, Ian Kondrat, Eric Krause, Jared Leri, Derek Loomis, Mariah Loughney,
Caleb Morgan, Sean Pittack, Nicholas Setta, Morgan Shiner, Katie Walsh, Ami-Lei Yanochik Grade 10 High Honor Roll - Alexis Bertholf, Emily Bevilacqua, Tyler Burns, Jeffrey Joseph Burton, Thomas Dastalfo, Sarah Demyan, Brandon Domonoski, Brandon Donahue, Kaycie Gavin, Hope Grover, Lauren Holt, Brianna Houman, Cassidy Jenkins, Christine Kaffka, Erinna Kondrat, Christina Kosch, Lindsay Lick, Lauren Lomberto, Grant Tyler Meserve, Maura Maria Meta, Leah Milewski, Nathan Morgan, Taylor Novitsky, Courtney Parchinski, Stephen Priest, Alyssa Raciborski, Curtis Edward Reeves, Joseph Anthony Snedeker, Joshua Strong, Nicole Trojanowicz, Emily Whitelavich Honor Roll - Jared Bomba, Annabelle Buselli, Alexandria Calzola, Michael Didato, David Drazdauskas, Michael Frank Gavalis, Samantha Harrison, Lindsey Leschak, Molly Ann Mikulak, Sydney Mintz, Carissa Lyn Neary, Jeremy Polovitch, Christian Selvenis, Hannah Stracham, Zachary Torwich, Barbara Verrastro, Samantha Vonstorch Grade 11 High Honor Roll - Chester Anuszewski, Stephanie Bjork, James Blevins, Breann Boyarsky, Brielle Buck, Dana Buskovitz, Siena Cardamone, Breann Clauss-Walton, Emma Cooper, Taylor Ferko, Thomas Harrison, Jordan Hoinsky, Jacqueline Jadick, Robert Lepre, Cody Morcom, Jennifer Ann Nawrocki, Susanna Ogozaly, Maura O’Neill, Alyssa Rousseau, Anthony Rupp, Morgan Sedorovitz, Amanda Sheakoski, Jennifer Smith, Takoda Smith, David Stude, Joseph Teeple, Jordyn Tomcykoski, Abbey Williams Honor Roll - Paige Barnard, Sarah Beecroft, Jessica Bruce, Emily Burke, Brian Bylotas, Shawn Carito, Taylor Carrubba, Scotty Cortes, Cassidy Dorson, Michael Fron, Jessica Fuller, Timothy Hackenberg, James Hayes, Zachary Lanuti, Angelia Mecke, Gavin O’Donnell, Taryn Pronko, Morgan Reeves, Arianna Rivenbugh, Kelsey Serge, Sharon Snyder, Natalie Tuffy, Luke Williams Grade 12 High Honor Roll - Danielle Bickelman, Jacquelyeen Budzinski, Rachel Chrzan, Dante Deantonio, William Demyan, Stephen Grzenda, Mora Hoyle, Martin Lambert, Margaret Mary Makowski, Kaitlyn Ann Meholic, Anastasia Muncie, Mathew Munley, Martynne Thomas, William Thomas Honor Roll - Katelyn Bednash, Erin Bernstein, Ashton Boyarsky, Tyler J Brady, Emily Brown, Brittney Buckingham, Robert Burke, Nicholas Ciambriello, Jordan Combs, Cody Delfino, Joshua Diehl, Hugh Doyle, Danielle Francis, Jessica Gammon, David Gitkos, Eric Grabowski, Nicholas Humphreys, Timothy Johnson, John Kiehart, Kyle Kiehart, Julianna Kozuch, Zachary Krieger, Sarah Larkin, Bruce Lindemuth, Aaron Robert Loyack, Daniel Luke, Kiana Marcho, Brigitte Mata, Stephanie Mills, Brandon Newberry, Brian Pember, Gregory Reeves, Abigail Rieder, Michael Rynearson, Nicole Sokoloski, Alissa Steier, Michael Robert Thomas, Cassandra Utter, Jodie Virbitsky
HONOR ROLL Dr. Claire Hornung, Dean of Wyoming Seminary Lower School, has announced the greater Abington area students named to the Academic High Honor Roll and Academic Honor Roll for the first trimester of the 2012-2013 academic year. Riley Calpin, seventh
grade, of Waverly, was named to the High Honor Roll. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Calpin of Waverly. Conor Jordan, sixth grade, of Factoryville, has been named to the Honor Roll. He is the son of Dr. and Mrs. William Jordan of Factoryville.
The Misericordia University Teacher Education Department honored five regional educators for excellence in education at a reception during American Education Week. Participating in the awards presentation, from left, are Joanne Yanchick, Evans Falls Elementary School in Tunkhannock; Misericordia student Elizabeth Borel, Wyalusing; Misericordia University Assistant Professor Michele Brague, M.Ed., director of student teaching and field experience; Jean Marie Radle, Wyoming Area School District; Misericordia student Elizabeth Klee, Shillington; Kerri Ann Manning, Adventures in Learning; Mary L. Gilson, Wallenpaupack Area High School; Misericordia student Andrew C. Casanova, Hawley; Jane Denion, Wyoming Valley Children’s Association; and Misericordia student Amanda Sutton, Kingston.
Local teachers honored by college
The Misericordia University Teacher Education Department recently honored a group of regional educators from Wyoming Area, Wallenpaupack Area and Tunkhannock school districts, Adventures in Learning Center, Dallas and the Wyoming Valley Children’s Association, Wilkes-Barre, for excellence in education at a reception held to celebrate American Education Week. Three teachers were presented Excellence in Teaching awards and recognized for their work with Misericordia student teachers on assignment in the classroom. Those honored include Jane Denion, a special education teacher
at Wyoming Valley Children’s Association, Wilkes-Barre; Mary L. Gilson, a teacher at Wallenpaupack Area High School, Hawley and Joanne Yanchick, a teacher at Evans Falls Elementary School, Tunkhannock. Yanchick is a Misericordia University graduate who earned her bachelor’s degree in elementary education and special education summa cum laude in 2007. In addition, Kerri Manning, a preschool teacher at Adventures in Learning, Dallaswas presented with the Outstanding Early Childhood Educator Award for her excellence in early childhood education.
A fifth award, the Guardian Angel Award, was given to Joan Marie Radle, a member of the administrative staff at Wyoming Area School District, Wyoming, recognizing her assistance to Misericordia University student teachers on assignment in the district. Misericordia University student Andrew Casanova, a math and secondary education major from Hawley, nominated Gilson for her award. In his remarks, he thanked her for being a high school math teacher who supported and fostered his dream of becoming a mathematics teacher, and one who he could go to for help during his college years. In
her nomination, Misericordia student Elizabeth Klee, an early and special education major from Shillington, highlighted Manning’s ability to relate to young children and get down to their level, even to the point of laying on the floor during lessons. Misericordia elementary education student Amanda Sutton, Kingston, described Denion as having excellent classroom management skills as a teacher of many special needs children at Wyoming Valley Children’s Association. Patricia McCann, RSM, Ed.D., associate professor of teacher education at Misericordia University, served as coordinator of the event.
L.T. student nominated for music award
Factoryville native and Lackawanna Trail Jr.-Sr. High School sophomore Rachel Clark has earned a nomination in the Singer/ Songwriter of the Year category for the upcoming Steamtown Music Awards. At 15, Clark is not only the youngest musician in her category but also one of the youngest contenders in all award categories. Nominees for the awards were announced in December 2012. “I’m surprised and excited to be nominated with so many talented musicians,” Clark said about her nomi-
nation. An accomplished vocalist, guitarist, and pianist, Clark is no Clark newbie to the local music scene despite her relatively young age. She began guitar and voice lessons at 7, and since 2008 has played many local venues, including Scranton’s Vintage Theater and Duffy’s Coffee House in Clarks Summit, where she performs regularly, as well as local charity events includ-
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Students honored for efforts
Lackawanna Trail High School Principal John Rushefski announced the students who were nominated for Students of the Month (SOM) and Power of the Paws (POP) for December. Students receiving nominations for Students of the Month were nominated by the faculty for their academic effort, citizenship and school service. Students receiving nominations for Power of the Paws were nominated by the faculty for their school pride, achievement and work effort. Front, from left, Autumn Hendershot, POP 7th Grade, Cassandra Brown, POP 8th grade, and Deanna Warren, SOM 10th Grade. Second row: Merdith Horwatt, SOM 12th Grade, Joannah Spadine, POP 9th Grade. Third row: Janine Strauch, SOM 11th Grade.
ing Women’s Resource Center Take Back the Night rallies. In 2009 she was featured on WTBQ’s “Spotlight,” and in 2010 she released her first single, “Learning to Fall.” Last fall she was a finalist in the American Idol Experience competition at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, where she played for an audience of more than 3,000. A member of Lackawanna Trail’s Chorus, Clark ranked second at the 2012 Pennsylvania Music Educators Association District 9 chorus auditions for the alto 2 range. She also plays
percussion for Lackawanna Trail’s Concert Band and Marching Band, which captured ninth place in the Tournament of Bands Atlantic Coast Championship in November 2012. Her future plans include continuing to study music in college, where she plans to pursue a career in music therapy or as a choral teacher. Clark currently is working on a digital release with Clarks Summit-based musician and audio engineer Matt Montella. That release is expected to drop in Spring 2013.
$700 raised for Toys for Tots More than $700 in donations and toys were collected from members of the Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce to benefit Toys for Tots. The Chamber’s Holiday Business Card Exchange, hosted by the American Red Cross Dec. 12, gathered more than 100 business owners and professionals who enjoyed complimentary food and beverages while networking with potential clients and business contacts. For more information about the Chamber, visit www.scrantonchamber.com. Shown, from left: Kristine Augustine, The Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce; a United States Marine Corps representative and Carmon Flynn, American Red Cross.
Twirl-a-thon to be held Feb. 16 at mall The Double “R” Twirlettes will hold their annual twirl-a-thon to benefit St. Joseph’s Center Feb.16. Group members will perform from noon to 2 p.m. in Center Court at the Viewmont Mall. The Twirlettes are under the direction of Kathleen Y. Mercatili. Shown, on ground from left: Chelsie Ray, Stephanie Ornoski and Angelica Plappert. Kneeling: Courtney Comonie, Samantha Rutkosky, Virginia Miller and Heather Horvath. Standing: Taylor Thomas, Vicki Rudovitz and Mindi Scotti.
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Robert J. Murphy, Esquire Attorney for the Estate ESTATE NOTICE EXECUTRIX NOTICE Estate of MARY M. BRINKMAN, a/k/a MARY BRINKMAN, late of Scranton, Lackawanna County, PA. Any person or persons having claim against or indebted to estate present same to EXECUTRIX: Brenda K. Gibbons, 615 Barker St. Apts., Apt. 102, Hawley, PA 18431 NICHOLAS A. BARNA, ESQUIRE LEGAL NOTICE The Benton Township Planning Commission will hold their re-organizational meeting on Monday, February 4, 2013, at 7:30 P.M., in the Benton Township Community Center Mary P. Saxton Secretary Benton Township Planning Commission
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NOTICE is hereby given that on the 22 day of January, the Petition of Jason Jacob Pearson was filed in the Lackawanna County Court of Common Pleas at No. 13 CV 270 seeking to change his name from Jason Jacob Pearson to Jason Jacob Naughton. The Court has fixed 9:00 a.m. on February 22, 2013 in Courtroom No. 3 in the Lackawanna County Courthouse, 200 North Washington Avenue, Scranton, Pennsylvania as the date and time for the hearing of the Petition. All persons interested in the proposed change of name may appear and show cause, if any they have, why the prayer of Petitioner should not be granted.
Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration have been granted in the following estate. All persons indebted to said decedent are required to make payment and those having claims or demands to present the same without delay to the Administrator for the Estate or Attorney for the Estate of Thomas E. Kashuba (date of death, November 24, 2012). Stefanie Pellegrino, Administrator and Sal Cognetti, Jr., Attorney, c/o 700 Scranton Electric Building, 507 Linden Street, Scranton, PA 18503
ESTATE OF Alio Arcangeletti, late of the City of Scranton died May 6, 2012 Administrators Robert Arcangeletti and Diane Arcangeletti, Terrence V Gallagher Attorney for the Estate, 416 Jefferson Avenue, Scranton, PA 18510. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration have been granted. All persons indebted to the said estate are required to make payment, and those having claims or demands are to present the same without delay to the Administrator name. ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Helen Arcangeletti, late of the City of Scranton died July 21, 2012 Administrators Robert Arcangeletti and Diane Arcangeletti, Terrence V. Gallagher, Attorney for the Estate, 416 Jefferson Avenue, Scranton, PA 18510. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration have been granted. All persons indebted to the said estate are required to make payment, and those having claims or demands are to present the same without delay to the Administrators named.
ESTATE NOTICE ESTATE OF THEODORE E. KWIATEK. Late of Scranton,Pennsylvania (Died December 26, 2012) Letters Testamentary having been granted to Deborah Wegrzyn. All persons having claims against the Estate or indebted to the Estate shall make payment or present claims to Douglas P. Thomas, Attorney for the Estate, 415 Wyoming Avenue, Scranton, PA 18503 ESTATE NOTICE IN RE: ESTATE of Brooke L. Leone, Late of Scranton, Pennsylvania (died May 30, 2012) Notice is hereby given that Letters Testamentary on the above Estate have been granted on November 21, 2012 to Michael Leone. All persons indebted to the said Estate are required to make payments and those having claims to present the same without delay to the Executor named above or to Robert J. Murphy, Esq., 208 Chestnut Street, Dunmore, PA 18512 Robert J. Murphy Esquire Attorney for the Estate
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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE is hereby given that on the 22nd day of January, the Petition of Kelly Rodney was filed in the Lackawanna County Court of Common Pleas at No. 13CV269 seeking to change the name of the minor child from Emma Rose Rodney to Emma Rose George. The Court has fixed 9:00 a.m. on February 22, 2013 in Courtroom No 3 in the Lackawanna County Courthouse, 200 North Washington Avenue, Scranton, Pennsylvania as the date and time for the hearing of the Petition. All persons interested in the proposed change of name may appear and show cause, if any they have, why the prayer of the Petitioner should not be granted. ESTATE NOTICE ADMINISTRATRIX NOTICE. ESTATE OF BRYAN EDWARD SWINGLE, a/k/a BRYAN E. SWINGLE, a/k/a,, BRYAN SWINGLE, late of Vandling Borough, Lackawanna County, PA. Any person or persons having claim against or indebted to estate present same to ADMINISTRATRIX: ASHLEY M. KNITTEL, 1 Holiday Dr., Apt. F169, Cortland, NY 13045. Attorney for the ESTATE: Nicholas A. Barna, Esq., 831 Court Street, Honesdale, PA 18431`
To place your ad call...829-7130 ESTATE NOTICE ESTATE OF MARY B. WAGNER, DECEASED LATE OF DUNMORE, PENNSYLVANIA (DIED JANUARY 6, 2013) All persons indebted to said Estate are required to make payment, and those having claims or demands to present the same, without delay, to Catherine Jablonski, Executor, c/o Attorney Joseph F. Gaughan, 300 Mulberry Street, Suite 303, Scranton, PA 18503 LAW OFFICE OF JOSEPH F. GAUGHAN, P.C. JOSEPH F. GAUGHAN, ESQUIRE ATTORNEY FOR THE ESTATE
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ADOPT WE PROMISE to give your baby a life filled with love and happiness. Expenses Paid. Marygrace & Eddie (888)2202030
150 Special Notices ADOPT: Young, childless, married couple offer a secure life and abundant love. Expenses Paid. Jenni & Sean. 1-888-502-8316
FOSTER PARENT(S) NEEDED IMMEDIATELY for teens or sibling groups. Compensation, training, and 24 hour on-call support provided. Please call FRIENDSHIP HOUSE (570) 342-8305 x 2058. Compensation up to $1200.00 per month per child.
Motorcycles
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Attorney Services
FREE Bankruptcy Consultation Payment plans. Carol Baltimore 570-822-1959
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TOMAHAWK`11
Garage kept, no rust, lots of chrome, black with teal green flake. Includes storage jack & 2 helmets. $3600 570-410-1026
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INTERNATIONAL `05 4300 BOX TRUCK 18’, automatic, lift
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FORD ’95 F150
4x4. 1 Owner. 91K. 4.9 engine, auto. Runs great. New paint, stake body with metal floor. 570-675-5046. Leave message, will return call.
NOW $3,995
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FORD ‘08 FOCUS SE
Silver, black interior. 4 door sedan. Power windows and locks, CD. 104k highway miles. Runs excellent. $7200 negotiable. 570-578-9222
MERCEDES-BENZ `73 450SL with Convertible
removable hard top, power windows, AM /FM radio with cassette player, CD player, automatic, 4 new tires. Champagne exterior; Italian red leather interior inside. Garage kept, excellent condition. $30,000. Call 570-825-6272
SATURN `01 LW
CD player, alarm system, power door locks, power windows, front wheel drive. $120,617 miles. Asking $3,000. 570-736-6082
TOYOTA ‘04 CELICA GT
112K miles. Blue, 5 speed. Air, power windows/locks, CD/cassette, Keyless entry, sunroof, new battery. Car drives and has current PA inspection. Slight rust on corner of passenger door. Clutch slips on hard acceleration. This is why its thousands less than Blue Book value. $6,500 OBO. Make an offer! Call 570-592-1629
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CHEVROLET `76 PICKUP 4 Cylinder Very Good Condition! NEW PRICE $1,500. 570-362-3626 Ask for Lee
MAZDA `88 RX-7 CONVERTIBLE
1 owner, garage kept, 65k original miles, black with grey leather interior, all original & never seen snow. $7,995. Call 570-237-5119
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gate. GVW 17,000. Unladen weight 9,100. $15,500. 570-760-3226 570-735-4788
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First Keystone Community Bank is seeking a customer-service oriented individual for a part-time teller position for offices located in the Wyoming Valley area. Hours are approximately 30 per week and include Saturdays 8:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Applicants must enjoy working with the public; have excellent communication and interpersonal skills; and possess good math and PC skills. Previous cash handling experience preferred. In addition to performing routine teller duties, successful candidate will be required to identify customer needs and make referrals to appropriate staff. We offer a competitive compensation rate, paid holidays and vacation, 401k, educational benefits as well as career growth opportunities. Please complete a bank Application for Employment available at any of our banking offices or contact: First Keystone Community Bank Human Resource Department 111 West Front Street, Berwick, PA 18603 EO/AA Employer
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AIRLINE CAREERS : Begin here-Become an Aviation Maintenance Tech. FAA approved training. Financial aid if qualified-Housing available. Job placement assistance. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance 888-834-9715
FORKLIFT MECHANIC Action Lift, Inc., located in Pittston, PA, is the exclusive dealership for Crown and TCM forklifts for NEPA. We are seeking a full time forklift mechanic to troubleshoot, repair and diagnose Crown and other makes of lift trucks. Good written and verbal communication skills, as well as customer care skills are necessary. A valid driver’s license and the ability to safely operate lift trucks are required. Previous forklift mechanical experience or technical school graduate will be considered. We offer an excellent wage and benefits package, as well as 401K Retirement Savings Plan, paid holidays, paid vacation and much more. Apply by e-mail mike.phelan@action liftinc.com or call 570-655-2100 x115.
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PART TIME TELLER ATV, 110 CC. Brand New Tomahawk Kids Quad. Only $695 takes it away! 570-817-2952 Wilkes-Barre
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570-346-4641 1-800-982-4054
www.minookasubaru.com
HOURS: MONDAY THRU THURSDAY 9:00 A.M. TO 8:30 P.M. FRIDAY 9:00 A.M. TO 5:00 P.M. • SATURDAY 9:00 A.M. TO 2:00 P.M. • CLOSED SUNDAY Tax and Tags not included. Financing contingent on lender approval.
GATEWAY FORD INC. Business Route 6, Tunkhannock Serving the needs of our customers since 1971
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NEW 2012 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT MSRP $23,210 GATEWAY DISC -$911 REBATE -$1000 OFF LEASE REBATE -$1,000
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2013 FORD FIESTA 4 DOOR S
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USED CARS
2012 Ford Escape XLT 4WD V6, Auto, Gold.............. $22,995 2010 Mercury Milan Premier Leather, Roof, Nav, Black$18,995 2010 Ford Escape Limited V6, Leather, 4x4, Red Fire. $19,995 2010 Ford Focus SE 4Door Auto, Front Wheel Drive, Black$12,995 2008 Ford Taurus SEL AWD Leather, Green............... $14,995 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser Conv White ...................... $9,995 2007 Ford Focus SE 4Door Auto, Low Miles, Red ........... $8,995 2003 Lincoln LS V6, Leather, Moonroof, Clean Car, Gold ............ $6,995 “Bring your vehicle to Gateway Ford inc. for service and see why so many of our customers are proud members of our Happy Owners Club.”
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MECHANIC TRAILER Local trucking company seeking mechanic to work on Trailers with truck work included. Minimum one year experience & own hand tools. CDL Class A or ability to obtain. Normal schedule MondayFriday 7:30 am 4:00 pm Job includes call-outs. Competitive wages, paid vacations, holidays, benefits, uniforms, 401 (k). Interested individuals should contact Human Resources at 570-287-2266
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LEGAL SECRETARY Full-time position with health insurance and retirement plan. Minimum of 2 years experience. Please send letter of interest with resume in confidence to: The Times Leader Box 4260 15 N. Main Street Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0250
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Company Driver: Solo Regional & OTR Lanes. Competitive Pay, Great hometime. CDL-A with 1 year OTR and hazmat endorsement. Willingness to attain tanker endorsement within 30 days. 888-7053217, or apply online at www.drivenc trans.com
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DRIVERS
Hiring Class A CDL drivers to haul frac sand to gas and oil wells in the northeastern section of Pennsylvania. Good pay, great benefits, 401k and health. Call DSI Bulk Transport at 330-931-6603 or email resumes to: jmiller@dsibulk transport.com. Find us on the web at www.dsibulktransport.com DRIVERSPyle Transport (A DIVISION OF A. DUIE PYLE) Needs Owner Operators. Regional Truckload Operations. HOME EVERY WEEKEND! O/O Average $1.84/Mile. Steady, Year-Round Work. Requires CDL-A, 2 years experience. Call Dan: 877-910-7711 www. DriveForPyle.com DRIVERS: START THE NEW YEAR with a Great CDL Driving Career! Experienced Drivers and Recent GradsExcellent Benefits, Weekly Hometime, Paid Training. 888-362-8608 AverittCareers.com Equal Opportunity Employer DRIVER, - $0.03 quarterly bonus, plus $.01 increase per mile after 6 months and 12 months. Daily or weekly pay. CDL-A, 3 months current experience. 800-414-9569 www.driveknight.com DRIVERS: Gordon Trucking. CDL-A Drivers Needed! UP TO $3,000 SIGN ON BONUS. Refrigerated Fleet & Great Miles. Pay incentive & Benefits! Recruiters available 7 days/week! EOE TeamGTI.com 866-554-7856 DRIVERS: Experienced Reefer Drivers. GREAT PAY /Freight lanes from Presque Isle, ME, Boston-Lehigh, PA. 800-277-0212 or primeinc.com COMPANY DRIVERS: $2,500 Sign-on Bonus! Super Service is hiring solo and team drivers. Excellent hometime options. CDL-A required. Students with CDLA welcome. Call 888-471-7081, or apply online at www.super servicellc.com DRIVERS: CDL-A TEAM WITH TOTAL. $.50/mile for Hazmat Teams. Solo drivers also needed! 1 year experience required. 800-942-2104 Ext. 7308 or 7307 www.TotalMS.com DRIVERS, CDL-A $5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS For experienced solo OTR drivers & O/O’s. Tuition reimbursement also available! New Student Pay & Lease Program. USA TRUCK 877-521-5775 www.USATruck.jobs
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OWNER OPERATORS: $3,000 Signon Bonus. Excellent Rates & Paid FSC. Home Daily. 80% Drop & Hook. Great Fuel & Tire Discounts. L/P available. CDL-A with 1 year tractor-trailer experience required. 1-888703-3889 or apply online at www. comtrak.com
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Aide Caretaker Med-Tech Housekeeping PT Cooks Administrator Part Time Pittston/ Scranton Area Fax Resume To 570-341-9092 Or Apply At 218 N. Main Ave Scranton, Pa
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NIGHT SHIFT SAND COORDINATOR Hiring a night shift
sand coordinator for the gas and oil fields near Towanda, PA. Previous experience not necessary, but would be a plus. Good pay, great benefits, 401k and health. Call DSI Bulk Transport at 330931-6603 or email resumes to jmiller @dsibulktransport. com. Find us on the web at www.dsibulktransport.com
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FOREMEN to lead utility field crews. Outdoor physical work, many positions, paid training, $17/hr. plus weekly performance bonuses after promotion, living allowance when traveling, company truck and benefits. Must have strong leadership skills, good driving history, and be able to travel in Pennsylvania and nearby States. Email resume to Recruiter4@osmose .com or apply online at www.Osmose Utilities.com EOE M/F/D/V
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LIKE NEW
Kenmore 90 Series electric dryer, white. auto moisture sensing - 4 fabric settings. Kenmore Ultrawash dishwasher, beige. ultrawash sensor and quiet guard system. $100. each. 570-266 2300
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OIL TANKS (2)
275 gallon indoor oil tanks. Very good condition. Converted to gas. $125. each. Call 570-760-2793
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CHAIRS, (2) Genuine leather, custom made recliners. Taupe color, like new. $550 each. 570-675-5046
758 Miscellaneous STOVE, Boxwood, New, $250, Tape, wheel measuring, $50, TRAC RAC SYSTEM, $600 FIRM, SPRAY GUN, Craftsman, $85, Call details on all of the above. 735-2236
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ATTENTION VENDORS
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Accent items, ceramics, baskets, holiday items, glasses, much more. ALL EXCELLENT PRICES AND IN EXCELLENT CONDITION. 570-675-5046 after 5:30 P.M.
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Photo Equipment
CAMERA Minolta Maxxum 8000i 35mm film camera with 2 lenses, off camera flash unit, very good condition reduced $250. After 5 570- 788-2388
906 Homes for Sale
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Digital Sales Specialist Searching for a resourceful, highly motivated and experienced Digital Media Sales Specialist. The ideal candidate will be able to further develop and help grow revenues for all digital media products associated with Impressions Media including online advertising, Web Design, Search (SEO), Social Media, E-Mail Marketing, Video and Mobile solutions. The ability to lead a new business development initiative and a persistent, professional business attitude will be critical to success
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Antiques & Collectibles
BED, Solid Brass, full, $200. SEWING MACHINES, (2) 1917 Singer Treadle, original manual, extra presser foot, $125, other smaller $75 570-970-3576 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
FORTY FORT SINGLE HOME 3 bedroom.
Corner lot. Carport & 1 1/2 car garage detached. Gas heat, vinyl siding, 1 1/2 baths. Enclosed side porch. $99,000 570-779-5438 Leave Message.
NANTICOKE
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 or 570-477-2410
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PLYMOUTH
912 Lots & Acreage NY LAND BARGAINS Adirondacks, Southern Tier, Oneida Lake 5 Acres Woodlands$13,900. 74 Acres Lake Access $79,000. 20 Acres Southern Tier$35,900. 86 Acres w/ Trout Stream, Borders State Land & Trails -$99,900. Daily personal land tours. Call 1-800229-7843 or visit landandcamps.com
Required Skills/Experience: • Applicant must have digital media experience to be considered. • Proven track record of knowledge of online sales offerings • Technically savvy and proficient with sophisticated digital advertising programs • The ability to sell a comprehensive marketing solution including multiple products • A hunter mentality to generate new business • Exceptional communication skills • Solid prospecting and closing skills • Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and thrive in a fast-paced, deadline oriented environment
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BEAUTIFUL ADIRONDACK CABIN 5 acreswith camp: $29,900 Nicely wooded Setting. Locations include: NY’s Southern Tier Adirondacks, Salmon River Region, Tug Hill Snow Country. Call for details: 800-229-7843 Christmas & Associates
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DALLAS 3 bedroom, 2 bath, modern country kitchen with Corian counters, family room with fireplace, wet bar & walkout to patio, multi-level decks. All appliances included. $217,000. 570-675-0446 evenings.
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FORTY FORT
2nd floor, Wyoming Avenue, 2 bedroom, wall to wall carpet, tile bath, stove & fridge furnished, washer/dryer hook up. Heat, public water, sewer & recycling furnished by landlord. Use of attic, yard & porches. Good location, off street parking. No pets. 1 year lease & security. $690. 570-655-0530
HANOVER/GREEN
3 room, 2nd floor, small back porch, enclosed front porch. Stove & fridge included. Heat, water, garbage and sewer included. Washer & dryer hookup. Attic for storage. Non smoking, no pets. $550 + 1 month security. Call (570) 824-2602 Leave Message
JENKINS TWP
Main Street. 2 bedroom. $625/ per month. No pets, Includes all appliances, air conditioning, wall to wall. 2 carport in rear. MUST SEE! Call 570-825-0666 or 570-954-0135
KINGSTON
E. W alnut St. 2nd floor. Located in quiet neighborhood. Kitchen, living room, dining room, sunroom, bath, 3 bedrooms; 2 large & 1 small. Lots of closets, built-in linen closet & hutch. Hardwood & carpeted floors. Fireplace. Storage room. Yard. Washer / dryer, stove / fridge. Heat and hot water included. 1 year lease + security. $950 570-283-4370
15 EAST WALL ST. 2 story, 2 bedroom, 1.25 bath. Nicely updated. 4 car driveway, large yard, vinyl siding and some new windows. Move-in ready! $72,500. Call Kelly 570-592-7905
• Act as the company’s digital sales expert in the complete suite of digital products including display, video and Small Business Solutions • Assist with the training of sales reps for all digital products. • Assist other sales reps in creating comprehensive marketing programs for clients. • Attend client meetings and assist with presentations. This will require a majority of time spent out in the field. • Identify and generate new digital sales opportunities. This will require a majority of time spent out in the field.
fixtures, gifts....$20k 570-262-5202
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This role will incorporate mentoring the existing advertising sales staff in digitial media solutions and meeting or exceeding revenue targets. The ideal candidate will have proven track record of selling and leading the digtial sales efforts.
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Impressions Media is a local, multi-media company. We publish our flagship publication, The Times Leader, as well as several other publications. Our digital business comprises several news websites as well as marketing/advertising products for the small to mid-size business locally and nationally. We also offer a variety of commercial services.
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KINGSTON Bring Rover or Kitty & move right in. 2 bedroom apt. Off street parking, coin laundry on premises. $600/month + gas, heat & electric. Call 570-262-1577 KINGSTON Sprague Ave.
CHARMING & SPACIOUS
6 room, 2 bedroom duplex, includes 2nd & 3rd floor. Ample closets. Washer / dryer hook-up. Reduced $560 month + utilities, security & lease. No Pets. 570-793-6294 KINGSTON First floor, 1 bedroom apartment, with1 off street parking space. Great neighborhood! Modern appliances included Heat, hot & cold water, sewage & private laundry equipment on premises included in rent. 1 year lease + security deposit required. 570-793-6025
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FREE HEAT 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, off-street parking, small pets OK. $600/month + 1 month deposit. One bedroom also available at $450/month. 570-262-1577
LUZERNE
BENNETT APTS
*FIVE STAR*
ManageD soley America Realty. Stunningly remodeled with maple kitchen, all appliances, glass enclosed porch, private entrance with carport, gas fireplace, more. 2 YEAR SAME RENT $750. + utilities. NO PETS /NO SMOKING /EMPLOYMENT/ APPLICATION
570-288-1422
NANTICOKE
2nd floor, 1 bedroom non smoking. Water & sewer included. No pets. 1 year lease + references. $380/month + security & utilities. Call 570-735-3719
PLAINS
15 E. Carey St Clean 2nd floor, modern 2 bedroom apartment. Stove, fridge, heat & hot water included. No pets. Off street parking. $650 + security, 1 yr. lease Call 570-822-6362 570-822-1862 Leave Message
WEST PITTSTON
Modern 2 bedroom with Cathedral ceiling, 2nd floor. Refrigerator & stove, 3 car garage & deck. $700/ month + utilities, security, lease & references. No pets. 570-883-9886
WILKES-BARRE
Mayflower Crossing Apartments 570.822.3968 1, 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
Call TODAY For AVAILABILITY!! www.mayflower crossing.com Certain Restrictions Apply*
AMERICA REALTY *DELUXE* General Hospital
area. Brand new remodeled on FIRST FLOOR. $625 + utilities, maple kitchen, appliances, marble aesthetic fireplace, 1 bedroom. 2 YEAR SAME RENT. NO PETS/NO SMOKING/EMPLOYMENT/ APPLICATION.
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COMMERCIAL RETAIL PROPERTY FOR RENT:
900 Sq. Ft. STORE RETAIL SPACE Will be vacant as of January 1, 2013 200 Spring St. Wilkes-Barre Great for a Barber Shop! Call Michael at 570-239-7213
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PITTSTON
2 bedrooms, 1 bath, Totally renovated 8 room apartment. Includes 3 bedrooms & laundry room. Brand new wall to wall carpeting/flooring. Luxury draperies/blinds. Brand new appliances available, if needed. Partially furnished. Large back yard. Exterior & other 1/2 side still under renovation. Close to nearby park, tranquil neighborhood. Pets welcome, no smoking $750/month + utilities & security. Call 570-762-8265 PLAINS
SPACIOUS
Victorian charm, central air, 3 bedroom, 1 bath hardwood floors, neutral decor, stained glass window, Washer/dryer hook-up off large kitchen. Off street parking. No pets. Reduced $675. month + utilities, security & lease. 570-793-6294
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WILKES-BARRE NEWLY REMODELED
1/2 double, six rooms including 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, living room, dining room, & kitchen. $650 a month plus utilities. No pets. Call 570-850-3923
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WYOMING
2nd floor, spacious 2 bedroom apartment. refrigerator, stove & dishwasher included, washer/ dryer hook-up, enclosed back porch, water & sewer provided by owner, utilities by tenant. Gas heat, no smoking or pets $695/ month + security deposit & 1st month rent. 570 693-5858
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DRUMS
SAND SPRINGS Golf Community Townhouse. 2,400 sq. ft. Modern kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, 2 stall garage. 3 minutes to interstates 81 & 80. $1,350 + utilities. 570-582-4575
PLYMOUTH
2 bedroom Home Off street parking Pet friendly for small dog or cat $550/month Deposit required Utilities extra 779-2597
551
Other
scrap yard manager
wanted!
Upstate Shredding — Ben Weitsman, the East Coast’s Largest Privately Held Scrap Metal Processor, is looking for experienced scrap yard manager for our retail scrap yard in Scranton, PA.
LONG HOURS BUT TOP PAY! HEALTH BENEFITS! Candidate MUST have a minimum of 5 years experience as a scrap yard manager.
Manager will be responsible for weighing and paying customers, increasing business and customer satisfaction, management of staff and brand new facility, roll-off container tracking, theft control and prompt and accurate reporting of all information to the company’s CEO. Must be able to work effectively and efficiently in a fast pace work environment. Must be able to pass a thorough background check and drug test and have impeccable references we can contact.
Interested candidates please send resume to sdonnelly@upstateshredding.com or call Stephen Donnelly at 607-687-7777 with questions.
800471
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249
$
MSRP $36,175
LS 4DOOR
**
Per Mo.
Stk. #13241, Vortec 5.3L V8 6 Speed Automatic, Locking Rear Differential, Trailering Pkg., Aluminum Wheels, Dual Zone A/C, Bluetooth, CD w/ USB Port, PW, PDL, EZ-Lift Tailgate, Onstar, XM Satellite, Cruise & More
for 36 mos.
APR
FOR 72 MOS
Stk. #13222, ECOTEC 1.8L VVT 4 Cyl., 5 Speed Manual Trans., Air, Tinted Glass, Stabilitrak, Driver’s Command Center, PDL, Keyless Entry, OnStar Directions & Connections w/ Automatic Crash Response, Bluetooth For Phone, Steering Wheel Controls.
2013 CHEVY EQUINOX
LS SEDAN
0%
LS FWD
Stk. #13193, 2.4L DOHC 4 Cyl., 6 Speed Automatic, A/C, OnStar w/ Turn-By-Turn Navigation, Bluetooth for Phone, AM/FM/CD, 17” Aluminum Wheels, PW, PDL, Cruise, Remote Keyless Entry, XM Satellite Radio
MSRP $26,665 Stk. #12063, 3.5L V6 Automatic, Dual Zone Air Conditioning, Stabilitrak, Six-Way Power Driver Seat, PW, PDL, Tilt, OnStar, XM Satellite Radio
Sale Price Starting At
MSRP $24,580
Sale Price Starting At
Sale Price Starting At
14,699
21,999
$
*
$
*
MSRP $17,940 Stk. #13378, 1.8L 4 Cyl., 5 Speed Manual Transmission, Air Conditioning, Tilt Steering, PW, PDL, Bluetooth for Phone, OnStar w/ Turn-By-Turn Navigation, XM Satellite Radio, Remote Keyless Entry, Stabilitrak, Premium Cloth Seating
Stk. #13014, 5.3L SFI V8 6 Speed Automatic, PW, PDL, Deep Tinted Glass, Remote Starter Prep. Pkg., Dual Power Heated Mirrors, Cruise, OnStar w/ Turn-By-Turn Navigation, XM Satellite Radio, Luggage Rack, Bluetooth for Phone, Side Impact Airbags, Stabilitrak, 17” Aluminum Wheels
Sale Price Starting At
Lease For
199
OR $
**
PER MO. for 36 mos.
LS COUPE
LS 4X4
LS
22,999
*
Lease For
2013 CHEVY CAMARO
2013 CHEVY TAHOE 1500
2013 CHEVY CRUZE
2013 Chevy Volts Available!
1500 EXTENDED CAB 4X4 “ALL STAR EDITION”
2012 CHEVY IMPALA
2013 CHEVY SONIC
on most 2013 trucks
2013 CHEVY SILVERADO
LEASE SPECIAL
Sale Price Starting At
APR for
ON ‘12 & ‘13 SELECT MODELS SEE DEALER FOR DETAILS
Great Lease Specials Available!!
$
0%
TRUCK OWNER LOYALTY BONUS CASH **
MSRP $24,245 Stk. #13020, 3.6L SIDI 6 Speed Manual Transmission, PW, PDL, Air, Rear Spoiler, Limited Slip Differential, 18” Heritage Steel Wheels, Onstar w/ Turn-By-Turn Navigation, XM Satellite Radio, Bluetooth, AM/FM/CD
MSRP $43,885
Sale Price Starting At
Lease For
Lease For
149
PER MO.
$
2013 CHEVY TRAVERSE
1.9%
2012 CHEVY SILVERADO 1500
2013 CHEVY SILVERADO 1500
Stk. #12257, VORTEC 4.8L V8 AT, Cruise, AM/FM Stereo, Deep Tinted Glass, Stabilitrak, 17” Steel Wheels, Folding Rear Seat, Side Impact Airbags, Black Foldaway Mirrors
Stk. #13201, 4.8L V8 Auto., Stabilitrak, PW, PDL, Keyless Remote Door Lock, Air, Dual Pwr. Heated Mirrors, XM Satellite, Onstar w/ Turn-By-Turn Navigation, AM/FM/CD, Deep Tinted Glass MSRP $36,565
16,999
$
*
OR $
**
for 36 mos.
APR
FOR 60 MOS
LS FWD 8 PASSENGER #13417, 3.6L V6 6 Speed Auto., A/C, 2nd/3rd Row Split Bench Seat, Rear Vision Camera, Onstar w/ turn-by-turn navigation, XM Satellite, Color Touch AM/FM Radio w/ CD Player, Rear Spoiler, Heated Mirrors
Sale Price Starting At
29,999
$
*
2013
MSRP $31,730
Lease For
269
OR $
**
PER MO. for 36 mos.
39,999
*
489
OR $
for 36 mos.
7,500
$
MSRP $31,565 $AVE OVER $8,500
Sale Price Starting At
$
249
OR $
**
Sale Price Starting At
22,995
28,999
$
*
PER MO. for 36 mos.
*
$AVE OVER $7,500
LS
21,999
$
*
CREW CAB LS 4X4
SAVE OVER
Stk. #13175, ECOTEC 2.5L DOHC 6 Speed Automatic, PW, PDL, Air, P. Mirrors, Tinted Glass, Stabilitrak, XM Satellite Radio, Onstar w/ Turn-By-Turn Navigation, Compass Display, 16” Aluminum Wheels, Tilt & Telescopic Steering Column
2013
PER MO.
EXTENDED CAB 4WD W/T
CHEVY MALIBU
Sale Price Starting At
22,999
$
**
*
OR
MSRP $23,030 Lease For
179
$
**
Per Mo. for 36 mos.
CHEVY SILVERADO 1500 CREW CAB
“SOUTHERN COMFORT EDITION”
Stk. #13146, ALL STAR EDITION, 5.3L V8, AT, AC, Poweer Options, Remote Start, FABTEC 6” Lift Kit, 4” Wheel To Wheel Stainless Steel Nerf Bars, Stripe Paint w/Fender Flares, Leather, OnStar, XM, Locking Rear Differential, Rear Park Assist, Much More!
$AVE OVER $12,700
Sale Price Starting At
43,999
$
*
MSRP $56,732
*All prices plus tax & tags. Prices include all applicable rebates – trade-in bonus cash (if applicable); Business Choice rebate (if applicable); VYU Snowplow bonus cash (if applicable); All Star Edition (if applicable); Conquest private offers (if applicable); Truck Loyalty bonus cash (if applicable); LOW APR in lieu of certain rebates; GM CARD “Plus-up” Program (up to $3000) see dealer for details & qualifications; SILVERADO (#13241) Lease of $249 per month plus tax for 36 months, 10K miles per year, $2,799 (cash or trade) plus tax & tags due at lease signing to well qualified buyers; MALIBU (#13175) Lease of $179 plus tax month for 36 months, 10K miles per year, $3,499 (cash or trade) plus tax & tags due at lease siging to well qualified buyers; CRUZE (#13378) Lease of $149 per month plus tax for 36 months, 10K miles per year, $2,799 (cash or trade) plus tax & tags due at lease signing to well qualified buyers; TAHOE (#13041) Lease of $489 per month plus tax for 36 months, 10K miles per year, $2,799 (cash or trade) plus tax & tags due at lease signing to well qualified buyers; CAMARO (#13020) Lease of $249 per month plus tax for 36 months, 10K miles per year, $2,799 (cash or trade) plus tax & tags due at lease signing to well qualified buyers; EQUINOX (#13193) Lease of $199 per month plus tax for 36 months, 10K miles per year, $2,799 (cash or trade) plus tax & tags due at lease signing to well qualified buyers; **See Dealer For Details of Truck Owner Loyalty Bonus Cash. Artwork for illustration only. Not responsible for typographical errors. Must Take delivery by January 31, 2013.
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COCCIA
WEDNESDAY JANUARY 30, 2013
FORD LINCOLN
2.5L. Engine. Automatic, CD, 16” Steel Wheels, Tilt, PW, PDL, Safety Pkg., Side Impact Air Bags, 1st & 2nd Air Curtains, Anti-Theft Sys., Message Center, Cruise, Keyless Entry, SYNC, Auto. Headlamps
24 MOS.
$18,999
*Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied, including Off Lease Rebate **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $645 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 1/31/13.
18” Alum. Wheels, Tilt, Pwr. Leather Heated Seats, Side Impact Air Bags, 1st & 2nd Air Curtains, Sirius Satellite Radio, Keyless Entry w/ Keypad, Appearance Pkg.,
18” Alum. Wheels, Tilt, Pwr. Leather Heated Seats, Side Impact Air Bags, 1st & 2nd Air Curtains, Sirius Satellite Radio, Keyless Entry w/Keypad, Appearance Pkg.,
$26,995
*Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied, including Off Lease Rebate **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 1/31/13.
24 MOS.
24 MOS.
24 MOS.
WAS.....................................$30,995 FORD REBATE................................500 “3 PAYMENTS ON US” REBATE. . .1,500 OFF LEASE REBATE.....................1,000 COCCIA DISCOUNT......................1,000
2.0L Engine, Auto. Headlamps, CD, 17” Alum. Wheels, Tilt, Safety Pkg., Side Impact Air Bags, 1st & 2nd Air Curtains, Anti-Theft Sys., Sirius Satellite Radio, Keyless Entry with Keypad, Pwr. Driver’s Seat,
WAS.....................................$32,995 FORD REBATE................................500 “3 PAYMENTS ON US” REBATE. . .1,500 OFF LEASE REBATE.....................1,000 COCCIA DISCOUNT......................1,000
$28,995
WAS.....................................$27,995 FORD REBATE................................500 COCCIA DISCOUNT.........................496
$25,999
*Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied, including Off Lease Rebate **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 1/31/13.
*Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied, including Off Lease Rebate **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 1/31/13.
Auto., CD, Air, PL, PW, Tilt Wheel, Airbags, Remote Keyless Entry, AntiTheft Sys., Side Air Curtains, Rear Defroster
, SE, 1.6 EcoBoost Engine, Auto., Keyless Entry with Keypad, PL, PW, Auto. Headlamps, 17” Alloy Wheels, SYNC, Sirius Satellite Radio, Perimeter Alarm, Tonneau Cover
APR M O S.
Automatic, Air Conditioning, Pwr. Mirrors, Advance Trac with Electronic Stability Control, Side Curtains, Sirius Satellite, CD, Pwr. Locks, Tilt Wheel, , Cruise Control, Remote Keyless Entry
24 MOS.
24 MOS.
WAS.....................................$17,090 FORD REBATE.............................1,000 FMCC REBATE...............................500 OFF LEASE REBATE........................500 COCCIA DISCOUNT............................91
$14,999
*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, $645 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 1/31/13.
WAS.....................................$18,090 FORD REBATE.............................1,500 FMCC REBATE...............................500 OFF LEASE REBATE........................500 COCCIA DISCOUNT.........................591
$14,999
*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, $645 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 1/31/13.
24 MOS.
$22,999
WAS.....................................$28,085 FORD REBATE................................500 “3 PAYMENTS ON US” REBATE...1,500 FMCC REBATE............................1,000 OFF LEASE REBATE.....................1,000 FORD REGIONAL DISCOUNT..............45 COCCIA DISCOUNT......................1041, *Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied, including Off Lease Rebate **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $645 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 1/31/13.
APR
18” Alum. Wheels, Tilt, Pwr. Leather Heated Seats, Side Impact Air Bags, 1st & 2nd Air Curtains, Sirius Satellite Radio, Appearance Pkg., Keyless Entry w/Keypad,
STX, 5.0L V6, CD, Auto., Air, 18” Alum. Wheels, Cloth Seat, 40/20/40 Split Seat, Decor Pkg., Pwr. Equipment Group, ABS, Chrome Step Bar, Cruise, Trailer Tow
$26,995
*Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied, including Off Lease Rebate **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $645 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 1/31/13.
CALL NOW 823-8888 Overlooking Mohegan Sun 577 East Main St., Plains
Just Minutes from Scranton or W-B
Pwr. Windows, PDL, Air, CD, Advance Trac with Roll Stability Control, Remote Keyless Entry w/Keypad, MyFord, Convenience Group, Auto Headlamps, Reverse Sensing Sys.
24 MOS.
24 MOS.
WAS.....................................$30,995 FORD REBATE................................500 “3 PAYMENTS ON US” REBATE. . .1,500 OFF LEASE REBATE.....................1,000 COCCIA DISCOUNT......................1,000
PLU S
M O S.
WAS.....................................$37,275 FORD REBATE.............................1,500 “3 PAYMENTS ON US” REBATE...1,500 FMCC REBATE............................1,000 OFF LEASE REBATE.....................1,000 5.0 LITER REBATE.....................1,500 FORD REGIONAL DISCOUNT.........1,500 COCCIA DISCOUNT......................1,776
$27,499
*Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied, including Off Lease Rebate **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $645 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 1/31/13.
24 MOS.
WAS.....................................$29,795 FORD REBATE.............................1,000 “3 PAYMENTS ON US” REBATE...1,500 FMCC REBATE............................1,000 OFF LEASE REBATE.....................1,000 COCCIA DISCOUNT.........................796
$24,499
*Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied, including Off Lease Rebate **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $645 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 1/31/13.
FORD - LINCOLN FOR OUTSTANDING CUSTOMER SATISFACTION
WEDNESDAY JANUARY 30, 2013 548 Medical/Health
548 Medical/Health
Abington Journal 548 Medical/Health
Friendship House is actively looking for qualified individuals to join our new community based behavioral health team and to be a part of this exciting opportunity! The team will provide services and interventions that are sensitive to trauma histories of the youth and family and promote healing and recovery in the community. Mental Health Professionals: The clinical professionals on the team are the MHP’s, Master’s degree prepared clinicians. Training and experience in family systems and trauma informed care preferred. Must have one of the following licenses/certifications: 1. License in social work 2. License in psychology 3. License as a professional counselor 4. License in nursing with additional certification by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) certification as a Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner 5. Certification as a national board certified counselor. Behavioral Health Worker: The BHW is a bachelor’s prepared individual with at least 2 years experience in a clinical setting. Under the supervision of the MHP, the BHW implements the individualized interventions, conducts observations of youth, tracks progress on treatment objectives, provide group and family sessions under the direction of the MHP, and performs case management and crises intervention functions. Both the Mental Health Professionals and Behavioral Health Workers must work 40 hours per week and must have flexible schedules to be available for on-call hours. Please submit a resume to:
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WEST PITTSTON TOWNHOUSE
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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 *
ence fixing major appliances: Washers, Dryers, Refrigerators, Dishwashers, Compactors. Most brands. Free phone advice & all work guaranteed. No service charge for visit. 706-6577
LINEUP ASUCCESSFULSALE INCLASSIFIED!
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412 Autos for Sale
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HARTH & SON’S General
Contractor 15% off with this ad. 570-815-8294
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. 412 Autos for Sale
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Gibbons
#1 In Customer Sales Satisfaction out of 121 dealers
!
Since 1949
Where honesty and respect are just as important as the price you pay ...... So why go anywhere else?
www.GibbonsFord.com 2013 Ford Fiesta SE
1 at this Price 3 others available
1.6L, 5 Speed Manual, Audio Input Jack, Pwr. Moonroof, Sirius Satellite Radio
Lease for
13293
$
24 mos*
* All lease payment plus tax and tags 24 month term with $2000 down. 10,500 miles allowed per year. All applicable rebates applied. Add in after applied. Some or most rebates available upon qualification. See dealer for details. Expires 1/31/13.
Buy for
2.0L, 6 Speed Automatic, 16” Alloy Wheels, Audio Input Jack, Pwr. Windows & Locks, SYNC w/ MYFORD, Rear Spoiler
Lease for
159
$
24 mos*
* All lease payment plus tax and tags 24 month term with $2000 down. 10,500 miles allowed per year. All applicable rebates applied. Some or most rebates available upon qualification. See dealer for details. Expires 1/31/13.
$
1 at this Price 7 others available
- $380 -$1,000
15,510
*
26977
$
Stk# 013263
MSRP 20,185 - $886 - $1,000 - $1,000
2 at this Price 10 others available
17,299
$
Buy for
*
Lease for
177
$
24
2.5L, 6 Speed Automatic, A/C Climate Control, SYNC w/ MYFORD, Remote Keyless Entry
24956
24 mos*
* All lease payment plus tax and tags 24 month term with $2000 down. 10,500 miles allowed per year. All applicable rebates applied. Some or most rebates available upon qualification. See dealer for details. Expires 1/31/13.
19,582*
$
Buy for
2 at this Price 26 others available
Stk#013177
2013 Ford Escape S FWD 2.5
Lease for
179
15
2.5L, 6 Speed Automatic, A/C Climate Control, Remote Keyless Entry, Rear Spoiler
24 mos*
* All lease payment plus tax and tags 24 month term with $2000 down. 10,500 miles allowed per year. All applicable rebates applied. Some or most rebates available upon qualification. See dealer for details. Expires 1/31/13.
Buy for
19,495
Gibbons Discount Three payments on us Competitive Lease Conquest Ford credit Bonus Cash
Buy for
5.0L, 6 Speed Automatic, Fog Lamps, SYNC w/ MYFORD, XLT Series, Pwr. Driver’s Seat, Sirius Satellite Radio w/ 6 mos. service
- $1,130 - $1,500
- $1,000 -$500
28,025*
$
Stk# 013575
MSRP $38,350
24 mos*
* All lease payment plus tax and tags 24 month term with $2000 down. 10,500 miles allowed per year. All applicable rebates applied. Some or most rebates available upon qualification. See dealer for details. Expires 1/31/13.
*
Stk# 013376
2013 Ford F-150 Supercab XLT 4x4
35299
$
Gibbons Discount - $800 Three payments on us - $1,500 Ford Credit Retail Bonus Customer Cash - $1,000 Auto Show Retail Customer Cash -$500
$
24 mos*
Lease for
MSRP $23,295
26,100*
$
MSRP $32,155
3.5L, 6 Speed Automatic, 3rd Row Seating, Terrian Management System, Sirius Satellite Radio w/ 6 mos. service
* All lease payment plus tax and tags 24 month term with $2000 down. 10,500 miles allowed per year. All applicable rebates applied. Some or most rebates available upon qualification. See dealer for details. Expires 1/31/13.
Gibbons Discount - $913 Three Payments On Us Retail Customer Cash - $1,500 Auto Show Retail Customer Cash -$500
Buy for
2013 Ford Explorer 4x4
$
MSRP $22,495
Gibbons Discount - $1,145 Three payments on us - $1,500 Retail Bonus Cash - $500 Competitive Lease Conquest - $1,000 Ford Credit bonus cash - $1,000 Auto Show Retail Customer Cash -$500
24 mos*
Lease for
Stk# 013415
MSRP $31,745
3.5L, 6 Speed Automatic, 18” Aluminum Wheels, SYNc Voice Activated System, Sirius Satellite Radio w/ 6 mos. service
* All lease payment plus tax and tags 24 month term with $2000 down. 10,500 miles allowed per year. All applicable rebates applied. Some or most rebates available upon qualification. See dealer for details. Expires 1/31/13.
$
Gibbons Discount Ford Customer Cash Three payments on us
2013 Ford Edge SE AWD
Lease for
2013 Ford Fusion S
1 at this Price 11 others available
$
Gibbons Discount Three payments on us
2013 Ford Focus SE
3 at this Price 24 others available
4 at this Price 20 others availble
MSRP $16,890
Gibbons Discount - $2,701 Three payments on us - $1,500 Ford credit Bonus Cash -$1,000 F150 5.0L Retail customer cash -$500 Competitive Lease Conquest - $1,000 Retail Customer cash -$1,000 Auto Show Retail Customer Cash -$500
Buy for
Stk# 013537
30,149*
$
Stk# 013217
See Entire Inventory at GibbonsFord.com 950 Main Street, Dickson City, PA. 18519 • 570-489-4747 • 1-800-853-4641 • Exit 190A Interstate 81 - 1 mile HOURS: Mon.-Thur. 8:30 - 8:00 • Fri. 8:30 - 5:00 • Sat. 8:30 - 4:00
Darryl Jayne
General Sales Manager
Doug Higgins
Pre-Owned Sales Manager
Stephanie Abraham Finance Director
Casey Grow
Director of Social Media
John Orue
Sales Consultant
Don Hull
Sales Consultant
Keith Kime
Sales Consultant
Joe Dickhut
Sales Consultant
Andy Noone Sales Consultant
Kurtis Medeiros Sales Consultant
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NEW 2012 GMC CANYON SLE CREW CAB 4X4
NEW 2013 GMC SIERRA 1500 CREW CAB 4X4
NEW 2012 BUICK VERANO
1.9% FINANCING AVAILABLE Navy Blue, Off Road Suspension Pkg, Chrome Wheels
WEDNESDAY JANUARY 30, 2013
NEW 2013 BUICK VERANO
NEW 2013 BUICK LACROSSE
LAST 2012 Black Onyx, ISD Pkg
Fire Red, SLE Pkg, Power Tech Pkg
SAVE $2,278
SALE PRICE
LEASE FOR
28,827
$
$
NEW 2012 BUICK ENCLAVE AWD
283
Crystal Red, ISD Pkg
SAVE $1,504
SALE PRICE
LEASE FOR
NEW 2013 GMC TERRAIN DENALI AWD
LEASE FOR
22,481
$
NEW 2013 GMC TERRAIN SLE-2 AWD
NEW 2013 GMC YUKON DENALI AWD
$
per mo.
Summit White, 3.6 Liter V6 Engine
149
259
$
per mo.
NEW 2012 GMC ACADIA DENALI AWD
0% FINANCING FOR 72 MOS AVAILABLE
0% FINANCING FOR 72 MOS AVAILABLE White Diamond Tricoat, 8-Passenger
per mo.
Crystal Red Tint Coat, 3.6 Liter V6 Engine
SAVE $4,119
SALE PRICE
LEASE FOR
36,101
$
Black Onyx, Moonroof, Loaded with Luxury
Atlantis Blue, Convenience Pkg, Chrome Wheels
299
$
LEASE FOR
239
$
per mo.
White Diamond Tri Coat, Dealer Demo, Last One!
SALE PRICE
LEASE FOR
629
$
per mo.
SAVE $4,490
42,995
$
per mo.
All Leases are for 39 mos with Approved Credit Thru Ally Bank, $3995 Down Cash or Trade, Plus tax and tags. First payment due at signing. See dealer for details.
PRE-OWNED
2012 FORD ESCAPE XLT 4X4 Just 17K Miles, Tons of Warranty
22,995
$
2013 CHEVROLET SILVERADO CREW CAB 4X4 LT Equipment Pkg, Only 17K Miles, Tons of Warranty
29,995
$
2012 FORD F150 CREW CAB 4X4’S Choose From 5, XLT Equipment, Balance of Factory Warranty
23,995
$
2012 DODGE RAM 1500 QUAD CAB 4X4 Just 15K Miles, Black Beauty, Off Road Pkg, Balance of Factory Warrnaty
26,995
$
Your Choice
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AREA GRADUATES Centenary College Centenary College held its 138th January Commencement Jan.12, at the John M. Reeves Student Recreation Center. Graduating class included Jennifer Bachelor of Artschan-Breiten, Dalton, who earned a Bachelor of Science degree. SUNY Oneonta Bridgette Robinson, Clarks Summit, is among 307 students who graduated from SUNY Oneonta following the fall 2012 semester. Wilkes University Wilkes University congratulates more than 250 students who graduated December, 2012, including: Karen Robson, of Clarks Summit, who earned a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree in Nursing. Valena O’Malley, of Clarks Summit, who earned a Master of Science degree in Education. Sarah Sokso, of Scott Township, who earned a Master of Science degree in Education.
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LTEC students ‘Design a Lakeland students help Solution’ for Haiti school Griffin Pond animals Lackawanna Trail eighth grade World Geography students participated in a “Design a Solution� project where they created a First Aid Kit and Educational Materials to send to a school being built in Haiti. The school will be built by the local non-profit “One Big Boost.� Other projects in the class included water filtration, food preservation and transportation, Students in photos, kneeling, Troy Pensak. Second row: Daniella Pisanti, Emily VanFleet, Ashleigh Clarke and Allison Strauch. Absent from photo is Katrina Garver.
At the holiday season, students at Lakeland Elementary School hosted a bake sale for the benefit of the animals at the Griffin Pond Animal Shelter in South Abington Township. They donated $156.83 for food and care of the animals. At the holiday season, students at Lakeland Elementary School hosted a bake sale for the benefit of the animals at the Griffin Pond Animal Shelter in South Abington Township. Shown, from left, are Breanna Kozlowsky, Shayne Witko and Morgan Turley with Mazie, a shelter cat.
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Susan Rogers was honored with a birthday party when she turned 101 at Allied Services Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, where she resides. In attendance were fellow residents, as well as the nursing staff who provide them with care. Rogers’ family held a second party over the weekend. For information about Allied Services, visit AlliedServices.org. Residents seated, from left: Joseph Hricenak, Susan Rogers, and Mary Redensky. Staff from left: Lori Hart, kneeling, Connie Stock, Teresa Dahaba, Terri Smith, Stephanie Gonzales and Lenore Shiner.
Members of the Lackawanna Trail Interact Club collected more than a $1,000 to benefit seven families this Christmas. Students also helped wrap presents. Front, from left: Madeline Giardina, Julianna Jarnagin, Lindsay Bergey, Anna Sweppenheiser, Amanda Cobb and Amanda Stutzman. Second row: Nicole Martin, Nicole Navarrete, Grace Wetzel and Christopher Stutzman.
Since its founding in 1973, Keystone College’s Thomas G. Cupillari ’60 Observatory has served as a resource for Keystone students and members of the community. Now, the observatory is taking a major step by participating in two research projects. The observatory has entered into agreements with the Lowell Observatory, Albuquerque, N.M. and the Klipsch School of Electrical and Computer Engineering at New Mexico State University, Las Cruces, N.M. The partnerships will enable the Keystone facility to share images and data with observatories and other sites throughout the world. “These new partnership agreements expand our scope as a respected research observatory as well,� said Observatory Director Thomas Cupillari. The Keystone Observatory is participating with the Lowell Observatory in a worldwide project to increase knowledge about objects beyond the orbit of the dwarf planet Pluto, about 3.6 billion miles from the earth. The Lowell Observatory transmits a list of asteroids and other objects traveling in space to participating partners. Long-exposure images of objects on the list are taken using a high-tech camera attached to Keystone’s powerful 20-inch Ritchey-Chretien telescope. Asteroid positions on those photographs are then measured and the data is then transmitted to the Lowell Observatory to help create a more accurate analysis of objects as they travel through space. The Thomas G. Cupillari ’60 Astronomical Observatory is located on Route 107, approximately two miles west of Interstate 81, exit 202, and approximately two miles east of Fleetville. For more information, visit www.keystone.edu/observatory.
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