488 LOCAL SUPER BOWL PREDICTIONS PAGES 23, 26
Eat your hearts out
Recognize this guy?
Back in business
Wings? Pizza? Sunday Sunday is a super day for food.
Well known TV news reporter has another side.
Destroyed by fire, Exeter restaurant bounces back.
>> PAGE 4
>> PAGE 6
>> PAGE 13
Sunday, February 3, 2013
TONY CALLAIO/ FOR THE SUNDAY DISPATCH
WILKES-BARRE, PA
Super fans
$1.00
Niners fan Gina Marianacci fights off an attack from John Erzar's Raven doll. Story, Page 3
Super Sunday? Well, that’s up to you you make it super. As sportscaster Jack Buck said when Ozzie Smith of the St. Louis Cardinals hit a ninth inning homer to beat the Los Angeles Dodgers in game 5 of the 1985 National League playoffs, ‘Go crazy, folks!” Go crazy today, folks, in everything you do ... all day long ... even the littlest of things. Put a super gob of toothpaste on your brush and go at those pearly whites with super gusto. Sing in the shower at the top of your lungs. Give the wife, the kids, mom and dad, a super hug. Show them how much you super love them. Dive into a super breakfast. On a diet? Not today. Slather a super layer of real butter on your toast, or better yet on a super stack of pancakes. Go crazy with the maple syrup. If you go out for breakfast, order a super meal and then leave a super tip. It won’t kill you and it will make the waitress’s day super too.
Super fans .........................................................3 Super food.........................................................4 Magisterial race................................................5 Different side of TV newsman .......................6 Local chatter.....................................................8
Like Easter Sunday, Super Sunday should be a day when you can’t get a seat in church if you don’t get there early. Every church should have a super crowd filling the pews and super smiles all around. The choir should be at their super best and the collection basket overflowing with super donations. That gives me an idea: Super Sunday should be a day for super giving. Write a check to a charity on Super Sunday. Super Sunday: a super day for soup kitchens. If done right, they could make their annual goal in one day. Super Sunday should be a day for super decisions, super commitment, super sincerity, super action. Everything we do should be over the top. Need to quit smoking? Super Sunday’s the day. Have an old friend you’ve lost touch with? Pick up the phone. Need to mend a broken relationship? Do it now. How about this: thinking of
popping the question? Get down on one knee and ask her today. Anybody can propose on Valentine’s Day. But you’re not just anyone. And neither is she. You two are super and so’s your relationship. Pick your moment. I’m thinking right after the National Anthem, or just before the halftime show. If you’re a big 49ers or Ravens fan, wait until they win the game. Then you can say, “Only one thing in the world could make me happier today – if you will be my wife.” How super is that? Super syrupy maybe, but the rewards will last a lifetime. Even if she has her doubts, by the way, she’ll have to say yes if you ask her on Super Sunday. It’s the element of surprise, like throwing a long bomb on third-and-one. Super Sunday should be full of such surprises. Dye your hair today. Or chop it all off. Shave your beard. Or start to grow one. Tell someone you’re sorry.
VOL. 66, NO. 52 Peeking into the Past .......................................11 Grico’s comes back..........................................13 Editorial/letters ...............................................14 New Greek restaurant ....................................16 Super Bowl predictions ..........................23, 26
And mean it. Kids been begging for a puppy? Hubby’s longing for your homemade lasagna? Mom’s been making a novena that you’d go back to college? Wife’s almost given up on you fixing that leaking kitchen faucet? Gramma’s waiting a long time for a visit? Well, today’s the day to tidy up all that stuff. Do something – big or small – today that no one expects. And do it with super enthusiasm. Do lots of those things. Let your imagination run wild. From the time we get up today until the time we go to bed, we all should strive to be super men, super women, super children, super people. Go ahead, give it a shot. And when we wake up tomorrow morning, we’ll all be saying, “Man, that was a Super Sunday!”
Town News ......................................................28 Sports ..............................................................34 Obituaries .......................................................40 WA formal .......................................................2B Faith................................................................5, 6
at noon.
780596
This is the 47th Super Sunday and as far as I’m concerned none of them have been super. Even the times the Packers won. See, I’m not talking about the football game – the Super Bowl – I’m talking about the day – Super Sunday. A day called Super Sunday – a veritable national holiday, maybe not up there with Christmas and Easter, but surely on a par with the 4th of July and a heck of a lot more exciting than Labor Day – should be much more than just a big party with a football game in the background. Shouldn’t it? You’d think by now the day would have taken on super status in hundreds of ways. Not just “Super Savings” at an automobile dealership or “Super Deals” on chicken wings and pizza, but super everything. What do I mean? I mean take Super Sunday and approach it ... no, embrace it ... no, attack it ... no, overwhelm it, with a super attitude. Don’t do a single thing unless
INSIDE
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 201
PAGE 2
Ed Ackerman, optimist
eackerman@psdispatch.com
Fred Marianacci, left, gave his daughter Gina no choice but the 49ers
It’s a family affair The Marianaccis hopes and hearts are in San Francisco
TONY CALLAIO PHOTO/FOR THE SUNDAY DISPATCH
By JACK SMILES
jsmiles@psdispatch.com
Asked how she came to be a die-hard San Francisco 49ers fan, GinMarianacci said, “I didn’t have a choice. I was raised that way and that was it.” In her earliest memory she’s 5 or 6 years old and her father, Fred, put one of his 49ers t-shirts on her and sat in front of the TV to watch a Niners’ game. That was around the time Gina last appeared on the front page of the Dispatch, representing 49ers fans on Jan. 22, 1989, when the 49ers beat Cincinnati, 20-16, in Super Bowl XXIII on a Joe Montana to John Taylor TD pass with 34 seconds remaining in the game. That was the third of five Super Bowls the 49ers have won in
This fan’s stark ‘Raven’ mad
as many tries, though it’s been a while since the last one in 1995. Gina’s favorite player is J.J. Stokes, a wide receiver from the 1990s whom was overshadowed by Jerry Rice and Terrell Owens. Being an East Coast 49ers fan can be a little frustrating. Gina only got to see them play live once on a trip to Florida in 1993 when she was 9 years old and her father took her to see them play the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. And the Niners aren’t on network TV much. Gina’s father fixed that by getting a Direct TV NFL package at the homestead in West Pittston. Now when the 49ers are not on network TV, Gina can go to her father’s house for the game. Gina is a wait-
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2013
S U P E R B O W L X LV I I
See NINERS, , Page 27
TONY CALLAIO PHOTO/FOR THE SUNDAY DISPATCH
Sportswriter Erzar changed colors from brown to purple By JACK SMILES jsmiles@psdispatch.com
Erzar went to Baltimore for the first-ever Baltimore Ravens game at Memorial Stadium in September 1996 and watched his Ravens beat the Oakland Raiders. Though Erzar appreciates the Cleveland Browns’ history,
he easily transitioned to the Ravens 1996. The team – the players and staff – was essentially the same team as the ’95 Browns. After See RAVENS, Page 27
One-time Browns fan John Erzar roots for the Ravens
PAGE 3
Though he had been a Cleveland Browns fan since he was a kid, when the Browns moved to Baltimore and became the Ravens after the 1995 NFL season, John Erzar’s loyalties went with them – and so did he.
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 201
PAGE 4
S U P E R B O W L X LV I I
SUPER DAY FOR TAKEOUT Game day is busiest day of year for restaurants
Cook Ashley Waters tosses a chicken wing unto a pot of hot sauce at Town Tavern in Duryea.
By JOE HEALEY
jhealey@psdispatch.com
Baltimore crab cakes and San Francisco sourdough? Probably not if you’re in Greater Pittston. Wings, pizza and beer are always on the menu on Super Bowl Sunday, no matter who plays. Just ask Jeanne Zinkavich, owner of the Town Tavern in Duryea. Their exten“A lot of sive bar menu is set aside for people one day and have it they conceninto their trate solely on wings and pizweekly za. pattern to And not just a few dozen get Sabs wings. on Fridays. In one day, Super Bowl patrons will 57 Sunday is a devour cases of wings. good day, At 40 pounds a but not a case (we’ll do the math here) great day. that’s more Fridays are than a ton of wings. great “All those days.” poor little chickens,” Lindo Sabatini Sabatini’s Pizza Zinkavich joked. And what’s a ton of wings without 36 gallons of bleu cheese and ranch? “By the end of the night, every stick of celery is eaten,” Zinkavich said. It’s all hands on deck, too. “All of the family is here helping out,” she said. “Mothers and fathers, sons and daughters, brothers and sisters.” Although the bar is hopping for the Super Bowl (17 televisions means you won’t miss a See TAKEOUT, Page 24
BILL TARUTIS/FOR THE SUNDAY DISPATCH
Voted BEST
INSURANCE AGENCY in the Back Mountain We Appreciate Your Business. Standing, Christine Crosbie, Kimberly Rose Sitting, Lisa Zavada-Rizzo, Parker J. “The Magnificent”, Dale Baumes
Providing Insurance and Financial Services
Lisa Zavada-Rizzo Insurance Agency Inc.
2570 SR 309 Highway, Dallas • Ph. 675-3530 • Fax 674-7054 • lisa.zavada-rizzo.cklz@statefarm.com
New judicial lines remain unclear Potential district judge candidates await ruling by state Supreme Court By JOE HEALEY
jhealey@psdispatch.com
As the song says, the waiting is the hardest part. And for two local lawyers, the Tom Petty track rings true. A plan submitted to the state by Luzerne County that would add Yatesville and Pittston and Jenkins townships to the magisterial district court housed at Pittston City Hall, seems to be held up. The seat, vacated when Fred Pierantoni became a Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas judge, is on the primary ballot in May and several have already thrown their hats into the ring. But Jackie Musto Carroll, of Yatesville, and Girard Mecadon, of Jenkins Township, who both have expressed an interest in the seat, are unable to announce their candidacies until the dis-
Mecadon
Musto Carroll
trict is officially realigned because they live within the newly proposed district. The first day to circulate and file nominations petitions in Pennsylvania is February 19. Musto Carroll and Mecadon said they hope to have an answer by then. “I really can’t do anything until it’s realigned,” Musto Carroll said. “This is an important position and magisterial elections don’t come around very often,” Mecadon said. “It’s unfair they are doing this to the voters.” Officially in the mix are Attorney Alexandra Sciandra Kokura,
a special master in Lackawanna County Family Court; James “Red” O’Brien, the former Luzerne County Recorder of Deeds; and Attorney Mark Singer, the former president of the Pittston Area School Board. Other names being mentioned are former Luzerne County Deputy Prothonotary Arthur Bobbouine, former Luzerne County Acting Sheriff Charles Guarneri, and former Pittston City Council Candidate Barb Zangre. The plan, generated by the county and required by the state every 10 years, must be approved by the State Supreme Court. Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas President Judge Thomas Burke submitted the proposed plan under a directive
“This is an important position and magisterial elections don’t come around very often. It’s unfair they are doing this to the voters.” Girard Mecadon Potential candidate
from the administrative office of Pennsylvania courts that seeks to eliminate 50 magisterial districts in Pennsylvania Burke has said the reorganization attempts to group judges with specific school districts where feasible so the magisterial judges can have a bigger impact
in minimizing truancy and crime. The vast Pittston and Jenkins townships and small borough of Yatesville are currently in the territory of District Judge Diana Malast in Plains Township whose district would be reduced to just Laflin and Plains Township. The Pittston seat is currently occupied on an interim basis by Senior Magisterial Judge Andrew Barilla Jr., formerly the longtime Swoyersville judge. He was appointed to the seat after Judge Fred Pierantoni was elected to the Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas. Mecadon fears if the court
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2013
E L ECT I O N 2013
See JUDICIAL, Page 15
St. Joseph Marello Parish
237 William Street, Pittston, PA 18640 • 654-6902
Festa Italiana 2013
SINGING VALENTINES Feb. 14th
Mass In Italian, Saturday, February 9th 4 PM
570-285-4810 • www.singwb.com W-B BARBERSHOP HARMONY SOCIETY
Saturday February 9th • 5-9 PM Sunday February 10th • Noon-4 PM
PASTA DINNER
“All You Can Eat Pasta” (in house only) $8.00 Adults / $3.00 Students First Holy Communion or younger FREE! Take-outs available on Saturday 5:00 PM, and Sunday at Noon for Pasta Dinners only
Festa Italiana Also Features:
PAGE 5
800107
• Pizza Fritta • Polenta & Sausage • Homemade Porketta Sandwiches •Tripe • Hot Dogs • RaffleTickets • Instant Bingo • Bake Sale
PAGE 6
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 201
S T. J O H N T H E E VA N G E L I S T
EVERY WED.
LINE DANCE EVERY THURS.
TONES
FUTURE LIVE BANDS
FRI. FEB. 8th
CHIXY DIX TOP 40 BAND
SAT. FEB. 9th
ALIBI
FROM PITTSTON FRI. FEB. 15th
9 PLATFORM 9 BILL TARUTIS/FOR THE SUNDAY DISPATCH
St. John the Evangelist Parish Community music director and WBRE-TV investigative reporter Joe Holden plays the organ at Mass last Sunday afternoon.
Control room to choir loft Newsman Holden music director at Pittston church By CINDY FERRAZ
Sunday Dispatch intern
Joe Holden’s just as comfortable behind a church organ as he is in front of the camera. Investigative reporter for Eyewitness News on WBRE-TV, Holden also organizes the music ministry at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Pittston, directing the choir and playing the organ for masses.
HEARING LOSS?
We Accept: GEISINGER GOLD GIVE THE GIFT OF HEARING
75 William Street., Pittston 655-3078 Professional Hearing Aid • 45th Year
Holden said the ministry is a stress relief from the demanding job at WBRE of exposing corruption. “TV is so one dimensional,” Holden said, “my other dimensions come in the form of this little music ministry.” Holden, who taught himself how to play the piano and read music at a young age, has played professionally since he was fifteen. He called it “my little music thing,” but his talent is what helped him pay the bills through college
DUCHESS OUTLET
Madame Alexander Dolls
Coats • Suits • Raincoats Drastic Reductions20-70%Off
Mens Ladies
75 William St. • Rt. 11, Pittston Duchessoutlet.com • 654-3851
and later developed into a fullfledged career, but a career done as a true labor of love. “Every Sunday I was clanking away on the organ,” Holden, who often filled in for other organists
while he was in school, said. “Then Monsignor Bendik emailed me.” Holden began what he said hoped would be a life-long pas-
SAT. FEB. 16th
CHATTER FRI. FEB. 22nd
GROUP DuJOUR
See CHOIR, Page 15
SAT. FEB. 23rd
GO RUN Women’s #13500 Black Navy Coral Purple
30-DAY COMFORT TEST Wear them for 30 days. If they are not comfortable return them within 30 days with receipt for full refund.
PENN-LEE FOOTWEAR (THE OLD FASHIONED SHOE STORE) Open Mon. to Fri. 9-8 • Sat 9-5 • Sunday 12-5 163 E. Main St. (Miners-Mills Section) of Wilkes-Barre Phone 825-5346
KARTUNE FRI. MAR. 1st
IDOL KINGS JOURNEY/MELLONCAMP TRIBUTE DONATE TO SPCA & BLUE CHIP FARMS ANIMAL REFUGE OAK ST • PITTSTON TWP. 654-1112
Newspaper content now available on home screen By JOE HEALEY
jhealey@psdispatch.com
Welcome to the future. The Sunday Dispatch, Greater Pittston’s local news source, has launched an application able to be used on computers and tablets using Windows 8 and Window RT. Nick DeLorenzo, director of Interactive and New Media for Impressions Media, the parent company of the Sunday Dispatch, said the application, commonly called an app, makes it easier than ever to get news about Greater Pittston. The app offers readers the ability to get news from the Dispatch right from their home screen and start menu. It also allows users to share stories without opening their browser. The new app was approved by Microsoft last week and went live on Monday. Anyone with a Windows 8 desktop or Windows 8 or Windows RT Tablet can use the app. Impressions Media is currently working on iPhone and Android apps for smart phones.
The app is free and available at the Windows store online. “This is just another example of how being part of a much bigger media company allows a small weekly to stay out front,” said Ed Ackerman, Dispatch editor. “Some 45 years ago, the Dispatch was the first paper in the region to go to offset printing and cold type composition, so we have a history of keeping on the leading edge, but things happen so fast these days we could not offer these options for our readers without the technological support we get from Impressions Media. We are grateful for that and are delighted to deliver the Dispatch via the latest technology. Our website is already a hit and this just adds to our reach.” Launched on October 26, 2012, Windows 8 will be on all new Windows-based computers and Window 8 or Windows RT will be on all Windows-based tablets. Windows 8 introduces a new style of application, Windows Store apps, which are optimized for touch screen devices.
Open 7 Days 7 AM to 9 PM
431 Lawrence St., Old Forge 570-457-8323 Prices effective Sunday Feb. 3 through Saturday Feb. 9 Fax 570-457-3699
Boneless
Center Cut Bone-In
Pork Chops
Chicken Tenders
1
1
$ 88
$ 99
Fresh
4 lb. Bag
lb.
Red & Green Peppers
99¢
Ray’s Fresh Baked
Blueberry Cream Cake
299
FREE COMMUNITY SEMINAR ❏ Use Estate Planning to protect your quality of life ❏ Qualify for benefits to pay for Home Care and Nursing Home Care ❏ Plan in advance to protect your home and life savings ❏ Protect assets of a loved one who needs long-term care now
James Siberski, MS, CMC, Assistant Professor of Gerontology, Misericordia University will provide an Alzheimer’s Update
Saturday, February 16, 2013 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Misericordia University, Insalaco Center 301 Lake Street, Dallas, PA Call 570-299-7909 to reserve your seat Refreshments Provided * Certified Elder Law Attorneys by the National Elder Law Foundation as authorized by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court
1
$ 99
Fresh Baked
Apple Pie
1
$ 99
Shredded Cheese
2 for $4 00 Tastykake
Agostini’s
Square Pizza Shells
3
$
99
2 pack
ShurFine
Center Cut Boneless Our Famous Pork
Porketta
Roast
259
$
299
$
lb.
“Real” White
Shur-Fine Lean
Deli Sliced American Smoked Ham Cheese
299
$
Sahlen’s
Ham Off The Bone
499
$
299
$
lb.
RAY’S DINNER SPECIALS
Spaghetti & 2 Meatballs
399
$
lb.
Turkey Hill
Ice Cream
2 for $5 00
.88
Snyder’s 16 oz.
Pretzels
1
$ 79 Reg. $3.49
lb.
Monday & Tuesday
dinner
Wed. & Thursday
2 Breaded Chicken Tenders Potato - Veg. - Roll
48 oz.
Seviroli
Cheese or Family Packs King or Round or Donuts Top White Bread Meat Tortellini BUY ONE GET $ 3 for $5 00 ONE FREE
lb.
14 oz.
399
$
dinner
Friday
Mac & Cheese
399
$
lb.
DaVinci Potato Chips RC Cola or Pasta Assorted Variety Diet Rite $ 79 $ 69 ¢ Wise 8 oz.
1
Reg. $3.99
2 Liter
.88
1 lb. bag
PLEASE SEE ALL THE SUPER HOT SPECIALS IN THE SHURSAVE CIRCULAR AVAILABLE AT RAY’S
www.raysshursave.com
PAGE 7
81 South Main Street, Suite 100, Pittston, PA www.ElderLawNEPA.com
Navel Oranges
8 in.
Crystal Farms Assorted 8 oz.
Kevin R. Grebas
lb.
per bag
lb.
$
Brenda D. Colbert
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2013
Dispatch gets app for Windows 8
The Windows 8 now has the capability to have content from the Sunday Dispatch displayed directly on the home screen with the new Sunday Dispatch app.
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 201
PAGE 8
LOCAL CHATTER
What are you chattin’ about? Call 602-0177 or email sd@psdispatch.com and let us know.
Klush to bring his Elvis to Letterman show tion honor society. Pierson is a tutor at the College’s Writing Center and previously served as the entertainment editor of King’s student newspaper, “The Crown.” She is the daughter of Joseph and Diane Pierson.
Locals residents student teaching
Happy anniversary Mr. and Mrs. Tom Petroski of Wyoming will celebrate their 46th wedding anniversary on Feb. 4. Shawn Klush as Elvis
Pittston’s Shawn Klush will be part of David Letterman’s “Can’t Help Falling in Love with Elvis Week” which begins Monday, Feb. 4, on CBS. Show time is 11:35 p.m. Klush, named “World’s Greatest Elvis” by BBC and similarly recognized by Graceland, is scheduled to perform on the program with The Ambassadors Thursday night, Feb. 7. Elvis Presley would have turned 78 on Jan. 8. Library intern Nicole Pierson of Pittston is interning this semester at the Pittston Memorial Library. A senior English literature major with a minor in professional writing at King’s College, Pierson is the secretary of the College’s Alpha Epsilon Beta chapter of Sigma Tau Delta, an international English honor society for four-year colleges and universities. She is also a member of Kappa Delta Pi, an international educa-
Happy birthday Happy birthday to Casey Carlin of Scranton who celebrated on Jan. 23 and to her grandmother Rose Carlin of Avoca who celebrated on Jan 30; also to Lisa Infantino, Pittston, celebrating on Feb. 4, Phil Pisano, Hughestown, celebrating Feb. 7, Joan Marino Griglock, Pittston, celebrating Feb. 8, and Mary Pat Augello, Pittston, celebrating Feb. 9.
Michael Caprio, Jillian Luckasavage, Kelly Walsh Pacelli , Lauren Shovlin and Gabrielle Thomas are local King's students who are student teaching at local schools.
Five local residents are student teaching this semester as part of their education at King’s College, Wilkes-Barre. Michael Caprio of Pittston is student teaching at Pittston Area Middle School. Jillian Luckasavage of Pittston Township is student teaching at Pittston Area Middle School. Kelly Walsh Pacelli of Wyoming is student teaching at Wyoming Area High School. Lauren Shovlin of Pittston is student teaching at Wyoming Area Secondary Center. Gabrielle Thomas of West Pittston is student teaching at Dodson Elementary School. Caprio, Luckasavage, Pacelli, Shovlin and Thomas are among 47 King’s students who recently began a 14-week student teaching experience in neighboring elementary and high schools. The supervised student teaching experience is necessary to fulfill King’s education degree requirements and to obtain a Pennsylvania Teacher Certificate. Dean’s list Christopher Donnelly, West Pittston, made the Dean’s Award for academic excellence during the 2012 fall term at Colgate University, where Donnelly is a member of the Class of 2015. To be eligible for the Dean’s Award, a Colgate student must achieve higher than a 3.30 average while enrolled in at least four courses. Donnelly is a graduate of Scranton Preparatory School.
Nicole Pierson
SABATELLE’S 114-116 S. MAIN ST., PITTSTON • 654-4616 - 654-4617 An Authentic Italian MEAT MARKET & FINE FOOD STORE
We Deliver – WE ACCEPT FOOD STAMPS — HOME OF BELLA BASKETS
WE WILL BE ON A
WINTER VACATION MONDAY, FEBRUARY 4TH THRU SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 9TH
RE-OPENING ON MONDAY, FEB. 11TH at 8:00AM
Stonehill College recently named Exeter resident Jennifer N. Manganello, a member of the class of 2015, to its Dean’s List for the Fall 2012 semester. To qualify for the Dean’s List at Stonehill, students must have a semester grade point average of 3.50 or better and must have completed successfully all courses for which they were registered.
Two Mom’s Childcare
HOME CHILDCARE & LEARNING ENRICHMENT
Safe and Affordable Childcare for your Precious Little Ones Call Sandy: 262-2827 Jennifer: 861-0368
Exeter, PA
Th e Villa Foglia R estau ran t an d C aterin g
“ Fea tu ring Th e Bestin Ita lia n/Am erica n Cu isine”
Tu esda y D inner Specia l: EGGPLA NT ROLLA NTINI
W ednesda y D inner Specia l: BEEF & REEF NY Strip A nd Sh rim p Scam pi
Th u rsda y D inner Specia l: Risotto
E very Frida y Specia l:
12 Cu tsRed orW h ite Pizza Eat-In orTak e-Ou t
FUL L D INNE R M E NU Pa sta • Ch icken • Vea l Sea food • Stea ks & M ore!
Ca ll for B erea vem entL u nch eon info. Prou dly Serving th e W yom ing Va lley For Over 40 Yea rs
H ou rs:M onda y-Sa tu rda y from 4:30 p.m .til ?
1 1 33 W yo m in g A ven u e,E xeter • 654-1 20 6
Mark Casper named Man of Year for 99th annual banquet March 17 The Greater Pittston Friendly Sons of St. Patrick will honor Past President Patrick Gilligan at the Annual Past Presidents Dinner on Saturday, Feb. 16, at the Knights of Columbus in Pittston. The event begins at 6 p.m. and will feature a buffet dinner along with refreshments and live music. Make reservations by stopping by the Knights of Columbus any Thursday night 7-9 p.m. or by contacting Past Presidents Dinner Chairman Michael Cadden or any other active member of the Friendly Sons. Cost is $10 for members and $20 for guests. Past President Michael Cadden invites all past presidents and members to participate in this fun-filled night as Gilligan is honored for his service.
Honored to serve
Greater Pittston for
Over Two Decades
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2013
Friendly Sons of St. Patrick to honor past president
See FRIENDLY SONS, Page 20
THE C
KIE C RNER
Celebrating our
32nd
Anniversary!
693-3556 | cookiecornerchildcare.com
Toddler Group
Full or Part Time Options
Nursery School
Three, Four & Five Year-Old Sessions
Pre-School Daycare Full or Part Time Curriculum
Limited number of openings for spring and fall
Interested parents may call for info!
Licensed by the Department of Education & the Department of Child Welfare
PAGE 9
Having been given the opportunity to play a small part in your child’s educational development has been an honor for me and my entire staff. THANK YOU SO MUCH for your support these past thirty-two years!! Gratefully, Donna Begliomini-Brenner
797530
“If your plan is one year plant rice. If your plan is ten years, plant trees. If your plan is one-hundred years, educate children.” -Chinese Proverb
Italian American Assoc. Carnavale Night Thursday Several events next weekend Hughestown Lions Club will meet Monday, Feb. 4, at 7 p.m. at the Hughestown Hose Company. President Steve Golya will preside. On the agenda will be the annual Easter egg hunt and other events for the year. Anyone wishing to join the Hughestown Lions Club can call Steve Golya @ 655-4552 or see any member of the club for more information. The club meets the first and third Monday of each month.
Feb. 7 at Genetti’s Hotel and Convention Center. Arrival time is 6 p.m. with dinner served at 6:30. During a band break complimentary coffee and homemade Italian Desserts will be served. Carnavale masks are suggested and beads will be provided. Price is $25.00 per person. Music for dancing by Danny Argo & Friends with dancing to 10:15. This event is opened to the public. For reservations and membership information, call Judy Deice at 654-7600 or Louise Castellani 654-6454. President, James Deice will preside.
Carnavale Night
OLE Night at the Races
Hughestown Lions
The Feb. dinner meeting of the Italian American Association of Luzerne County will celebrate “Carnavale Night” on Thursday,
Our Lady of the Eucharist Parish is sponsoring a Night-at-theRaces on Saturday, Feb. 9.The event will be held in the parish
hall. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. with post time scheduled for 6:30 p.m. The cost of admission is $10 and includes a dinner of entrees of chicken, sausage & peppers, pasta, served with salad & roll, beer, soda, and coffee. The cost of sponsoring a race is $50 and individual horses may be sponsored for $10. The sponsor of every winning horse will receive $50. Horse sponsors need not be present to win. You may purchase tickets or horses by contacting the rectory
at 654-0263. The deadline for ticket, horse and race sponsor sales is Monday, Feb. 4. Audra Casper and Cindy Vough are serving as chairpersons for the event. Mardi Gras Celebration
St. Barbara’s Parish, Exeter is having a Mardi Gras Celebration on Sat. Feb. 9 from 7 –11 p.m. at the parish center. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. A dinner buffet catered by Marianacci’s Restaurant will be served. Dinner also
includes coffee, soda and homemade desserts. This is a B.Y.O.B. event; no one under 21 years of age will be admitted. DJ Mike Arcarese will provide the music. Cost is $25 per person. Tables can be reserved for groups of 8 or 10. Call Loretta 654-0936 or Barbara 654-8670 to reserve a table. Tickets are sold after all weekend masses at both churches or at St. Barbara’s rectory 6542103. Deadline is Mon. Feb. 4. See BRIEFS, Page 17
PRICES EFFECTIVE FEBRUARY 3RD THRU FEBRUARY 5TH
SUPERMARKETS
401 Kennedy Blvd., Pittston,T PA • 570-655-8000
www.quinnsmarkets.com •
Like us on Facebook at quinn’s shursave markets
DOUBLE COUPONS EVERYDAY • TUESDAY SENIOR CITIZENS DISCOUNT
1LB BAG
Join Us For HAPPY HOUR Fridays & Saturdays 5-7
A BIG GAME MUST
DELI SLICED
CELERY
BABY CARROTS GENOA SALAMI
Try Our Exquisite Smaller Portion Foods Meant For Tasting and Sharing From Our New Turtle Tapas Menu! Treat Yourself To Lunch! Market St. Open For Lunch Fri. - Sun. | Owen St. Wed. - Sun.
Market Street Pub 29 Market St., Jenkins Twp. 570-655-8091
GREAT SNACK SAVE $1.01
Owen Street Pub 245 Owen St., Swoyersville 570-287-6074
98
¢
EA.
WITH GOLD CARD
8 INCH FRESH BAKED
APPLE PIE
1
SAVE $3.01
FEBRUARY 16th & 17th
Gun Show Feb. 16th, 17th 2013
620 W. 3rd St. (Bloomsburg Fairgrounds) Bloomsburg, PA
5 LB. BAG
WITH GOLD CARD
1
WITH GOLD CARD
PRICES EFFECTIVE WITH GOLD CARD ONLY Artwork for display purposes only & thank you for your cooperation.
LB.
WITH GOLD CARD
ARM & HAMMER
LAUNDRY DETERGENT BUY 1, GET 1
FREE
FREE LB.
TO ASSURE SUFFICIENT SUPPLY OF SALE ITEMS, WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO LIMIT THE PURCHASE OF SALE ITEMS. EXCEPT WHERE OTHERWISE NOTED. NONE SOLD TO DEALERS OR WHOLESALERS, NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS. *PURCHASE REQUIREMENTS ON GOLD CARD ITEMS DO NOT INCLUDE MILK, CIGARETTES OR PRICE OF THE GOLD CARD ITEM.
WITH GOLD CARD
99
BUY 1, GET 1
PINT BOX
EA.
PORK CHOPS
WITH GOLD CARD
FREE
98¢
CENTER-CUT BONE-IN
FREE
BUY 1, GET 1
$1.00 Off Admission
REGULAR, LOW SALT, THICK CUT, APPLEWOOD
GRAPE TOMATOES
POTATOES
Bloomsburg, PA
WITH GOLD CARD
BUY 1, GET 1
WITH GOLD CARD
SATURDAY 9am-5pm SUNDAY 9am-4pm
SAVE $.61
LB.
1LB PACKAGE
EA.
WHITE OR RUSSET
3
98
HATFIELD BACON
99
800821 800821
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 201
PAGE 10
EVENTS, MEETINGS, BRIEFS
45-50 FL. OZS.
WITH GOLD CARD
Peeking into the past
Question #1 In 1963, what did Pittston City Controller Bert Ardoline give as a good reason to With Judy Minsavage buy an “economical compact-type car?” be the game will be enough for those who go out.” 1963 – 50 years ago Martin Zondlo stated, “If The merged Northeast they intend to do some good, all School District planned an right. They haven’t shown any effort to collect per capita taxes improvement plans yet.” from delinquents. In 1964, the cost of fishing The merged board initiated a licenses in Pennsylvania rose census of all persons eligible from $3.75 to $5. In 1963, huntfor school per capita taxes in ing license fees increased for Dupont, Avoca, Duryea, Hughadult resident hunters from estown, Pittston Township, $3.15 to $5.20; junior resident Jenkins Township and Yateshunter’s license created a cost ville. of $3.20 for hunters 12 through The census takers visited 16 years of age; non-resident every home for the purpose of hunter’s license increased from making a list of eligible, de$20 to $25.35. ceased and missing taxpayer According to a report issued names. by the Department of the InteriExisting records showed or, “19,831,644 fishermen and 31,000 per capita taxables on 13,999,375 hunters bought the rolls but as of the first few licenses in 1963. weeks of the new year, only The investment in licenses 2,800 had paid the $15 levy. was nearly $126 million.” The Sunday Dispatch Inquiring Photographer asked 1973 – 40 years ago Dupont residents, “What do Phase one of plans for the you think about the proposed new Duryea municipal building increase of hunting and fishing was finalized as borough offilicense fees in Pennsylvania?” cials signed a contract with Joseph Tetlak answered, “I Olympia Engineering LTD for think it should be increased, the demolition of the former Linstate has a lot of game lands coln School Building on Main and if the money is used to Street. improve hunting it will be monBids were set to be opened ey well spent.” for construction of the new Joseph “Yukey” Smithonic town hall. added, “For my part, the state United Foundries on West can raise it. There will be less Sixth Street, Wyoming, inhunters in the woods then maystalled a new pollution control
D&A Auto Service
system at a cost of $103,000. The High Energy Venturi Scrubber Air Pollution device reduced the amount of particulate emissions from 500 lbs. per hour to less than 5 lbs. per hour. Located at the Sixth Street site for more than 25 years, the company manufactured iron castings for public utility, truck and auto industries, producing for companies such as Chrysler Corporation, I.T.T., White Consolidated Industries, New York City Transit Authority and Mack Truck. Catherine Russavage and John Haduck, playing the trombone and baritone horn, respectively, were two of many Pittston Area Senior High School band and chorus students participating in the district band festival sponsored by the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association. Lt. Cdr. A.A. Mitchell, former conductor of the U.S. Navy Band in Washington. D.C. was guest conductor. According to the Association’s website PMEA.net, early in the 1970s the associations’ goals switched to mini courses
and a core curriculum so every child could receive musical education. The radio show “Just for Today” premiered in 1953 on WPTS radio in the Newrose Building on South Main Street, Pittston. In 1973, Pastor D.R. Williams, his wife Jean , pianist Jean Gothard and Calvin Straub celebrated the 20th year of the devotional program. The show began with a familiar organ arpeggio. The pastor and his wife would sing a hymn after which a devotional message was read during the 15-minute program. 1983 – 30 years ago In honor of the 50th anniversary of the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association, Pittston Area High School observed the occasion with a 600-student program initiated by music teacher Marianna Smith at Martin Mattei Elementary School. Performers included elementary pre-band, fifth and sixth grade chorus, junior high band and chorus, senior high band and stage band and a
chorus comprised of parents and students. “We teach music appreciation classes in elementary and junior high, and offer music electives in senior high,” stated Mrs. Smith. “We are getting full support from the administrators; we are involving everyone. By seeing the parents participating, students will realize music continues after their high school days.” Liz Solano, Sharon Pisano, Sam Falcone, Adele Charney, Denise McFadden, Mary Theresa Cosgrove, Bill Shamnoski, Sue Savelli, Jeff Walker, Ray Darbenzio, Mike Jalowiec and Mike Murtha, members of the Pittston Area Key Club, were inspired by an article that appeared in the Sunday Dispatch about a 4-year-old Harding youngster suffering from cancer. The club put together a roller skating event at the Roller King in Kingston. Nadean C. Graziosi, of Avoca, began her career at the Tobyhanna Army Depot in
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2013
NE District went after per capita taxes in ‘63
See PEEKING, Page 12
SCIANDRA FAMILY FUNDRAISER FOR
Alexandra Kokura FOR District Judge
ce 3 n i S 197
February 7 @ 5:30 - 7:30 Gramercy Ballroom, Pittston All are welcome! Tickets @ door.
There is a difference
$20/person includes salad, pasta, meatballs, dessert, beer/wine & soda
STATE INSPECTION and EMMISSIONS $ 95 SAFETY CHECK
29
Plus Expires Feb. 28, 2013 Must have an appointment and coupon.
Hosted by Madelyn Sciandra Kokura RSVP 570-655-8086 or 570-466-5406 www.kokurafordistrictjudge.com
Tax
Additional 10% Discount to All Veterans
Thomas Ostrowski, CPA,Treasurer Madelyn Sciandra Kokura, Chairperson
PAGE 11
25 Lambert St., Pittston • 655-8081
Paid for by the Committee to Elect Alexandra Kokura District Judge
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 201
PAGE 12
Peeking Continued from Page 11
1977. In 1983, she was named manager of the Federal Women’s Program at the Depot. She served as an equal employment opportunity specialist and insured employment rights for the depot’s more than 600 female employees. The Women’s Program was established in 1963 to implement the recommendations of President John F. Kennedy’s Commission on the Status of Women. The commission, chaired by Eleanor Roosevelt, looked into problems that women encountered in employment in the Federal Government. Accord-
ing the Tobyhanna web site http://www.tobyhanna.army.mil women make up 16% of the workforce. Question #2 The 1980 census results for Greater Pittston published in the Sunday Dispatch reflected the Lithuanian population had disappeared. What happened to all those people? 1993 – 20 years ago Joseph Jannone, Adjutant of Vietnam Veterans Post #66, was the first to receive the Veteran of the Year Award for his dedication and service to the organization. Jannone was elected
unanimously to receive the honor and was presented a plaque by Joe Tavaglione, commander, and Frank Donahue, vice commander, of the post. A former Dispatch Athlete of the Year was inducted into the Maryland Baseball Coaches Hall of Fame. Bill Williams, a graduate of Duryea High School, was Dispatch Athlete in 1952. Answer #1 After getting his Volkswagen stuck in a tight parking space packed with snow on South Main Street, Bert Ardoline walked into Wimpy Frushon’s Newsstand and asked for some ashes. “Heck” said Wimpy, “we don’t need ashes for that car.”
He and another “husky” customer strutted from the shop and bodily lifted the rear end of Ardoline’s little buggy and set it onto the roadway. Answer #2 Calls poured into the Sunday Dispatch office from area residents who noticed that Lithuanians had not been listed along with the Italian, Irish, Polish, German, Hungarian, Norwegian and Ukranian population in the 1980 census. Annemarie Sewatsky, former secretary of Pittston Area School District, pointed out that in the 1970 census there were 27,000 Lithuanians in Luzerne County. She added, “They didn’t all leave in 10 years.” After reviewing the informa-
FLEXIBLE MOBILITY Inc. 1325 River Road, Plains Tuft Tex Complex 824-6620 • 1-800-214-9566
DURABLE MEDICAL EQUIPMENT • PERSONAL CARE PRODUCTS
WHEEL CHAIRS • POWER CHAIRS • LIFT CHAIRS • SCOOTERS • STAIR GLIDES • HOSPITAL BEDS • RAMPS
Repairs to stairglides, scooters and power chairs
Flexible Hourly Care
Grab Bars
Overnight Services
INSTALLATION AVAILABLE
FREE in-home consultation. 570-270-6700 visitingangels.com
CU
NOW SELLING DIABETIC SHOES
STAIRS CLIMB DON’T
tion, it was concluded the government must have listed the Lithuanian population for the area with the Polish total as the figures showed approximately 20,000 Italians, 20,000 Irish and 49,000 Polish citizens. The Sunday Dispatch promised to investigate the situation.
The reason women don’t play football is because 11 of them would never wear the same outfit in public. Phyllis Diller
FACTS OF LAW
By Dominick P. Pannunzio, Esq. The U.S. 6th Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court ruling that requires the state of Ohio to count provisional ballots cast in the wrong precinct when that mistake is due to poll worker error. *** Three years after the state banned motorists from texting while driving, California has enacted an exception to the rule in recognition of improved voice-operated technology. *** In an opinion released Monday, the court reversed a lower court decision, ruling against home maintenance firm American Home Services Inc. Norcross-based A Fast Sign Co., which said its fax machine became tied up with unsolicited ads for the company, sued it in 2003 in what became a class-action lawsuit. A trial court entered a judgment against American Home Services for $459 million – or $1,500 in damages for each of the 306,000 junk faxes – but an appeals court threw it out. In Monday’s ruling, the supreme court sent the case back to the appeals court, saying the company could still remain liable for $459 million, depending on how legal matters in the case are resolved. *** Hundreds of thousands of undocumented immigrants in California will be eligible for driver’s licenses under new legislation. Brought to you as a paid public service by the Law Offices of Dominick P. Pannunzio, 294 Main Street, Dupont, 655-5541
New chefs, Jerry Davies, Pittston, Jim Yanaovich, Sweet Valley, and Billy Kravits, Dallas, at Grico's Restaurant in Exeter, which is back in buisness after a serious fire.
Grico's, a popular west side eatery in Exeter, has re-opened Friday night after a devastating fire.
Grico’s Restaurant is back
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2013
G R A N D R E- O P E N I N G
Destroyed by fire in August, 2011 By EILEEN CIPRIANI
Dispatch correspondent
Pat Greenfield , center, greets her customers Terese and Clayton Karambelas, Kingston, at the re-opening of her restaurant Grico's in Exeter, Friday evening. CHARLOTTE BARTIZEK/FOR THE SUNDAY DISPATCH
like her,” Strellish said. Bus person Erin Baltusavich echoed, Strellish’s thoughts. “We are like a family, we all worked together to make this happen,” she said. Strellish said the business has gone through several transitions since the fire, first setting up a kitchen at the old Seton Catholic High School, where Greenfield
and the staff ran a successful catering business. Greenfield served breakfast on Sunday mornings at the Moose Club in West Pittston for victims of the 2011 flood. It has been a long road back since flames started in the basement in the early hours of August 26, 2011, and quickly spread to the first and second floors.
Greenfield narrowly escaped after being rescued by firefighters. Long time friend Bernie Cassetori credits the volunteer firefighters for saving the bar and privacy booths, both hallmarks of the restaurant. Now Greenfield says there will be some new menu items to go along with the new decor, but restaurant regular Erin Weiss
hopes some old favorites will be back, like the informal wine tasting events titled “Women Who Wine.” Grico’s will open for dinner service starting on Monday and reservations are required for the first week. Grico’s is open Monday through Thursday, 5-10 p.m., and Friday and Saturday, 5-11 p.m.
PAGE 13
Nearly a year and a half since an early morning fire heavily damaged Grico’s Restaurant, the Exeter landmark is open for business. Business owner Pat Greenfield cut the ribbon Friday evening announcing her grand reopening surrounded by her staff and dozens of loyal friends and customers. ‘Numb” is how Greenfield said she felt, as she took in the reality that her Wyoming Ave business was finally back. Among the well wishers was Mary Pat Coleman. “Grico’s has a lot of sentimental value. My husband and I had our first diner date her,” she said. Exeter Council Member John Morgan and his wife Michelle also shared a first date at Grico’s. "”We are happy to have her back, she is such asset to Exeter Borough,” Morgan said. “It has been a very long year and a half,” said Shauna Strellish, the business manager, “but it is very worthwhile because of Pat, she is a wonderful boss, that is why I am here.” Greenfield and her loyal staff worked tirelessly to clean up after the fire and rebuild. “I don’t know how she does it, but she does and she always has a smile on her face. I never met anyone
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 201
PAGE 14
OUR OPINION
Court must act now The state has yet to rule on a proposal by Luzerne County to add Yatesville and Pittston and Jenkins townships to the magisterial district court housed at Pittston City Hall that was vacated when Fred Pierantoni became a Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas judge. Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas President Judge Thomas Burke submitted the proposed plan under a directive from the administrative office of Pennsylvania courts that seeks to eliminate 50 magisterial districts in Pennsylvania. Pittston and Jenkins townships and Yatesville are currently in the territory of District Judge Diana Malast in Plains Township whose district would be reduced to Laflin and Plains Township if Judge Burke’s plan is approved. The plan to move the townships and Yatesville move to Pittston must be approved by the State Supreme Court. We encourage the Supremes to hurry up and get it done one way or the other because there are potential candidates who would like to throw their hats into the ring for the seat, but they can’t because they don’t know the circumference of the ring. For example, potential candidates Jackie Musto Carroll and Girard Mecadon live Yatesville and Jenkins Township, respectively. They would like to announce but since they have to live within the boundries of the district in order to run, they are in a kind of limbo, because the boundries of the district are not known. And the first day to circulate and file nomination petitions in Pennsylvania is February 19. That’s only a little over two weeks away. Surely the plan will be approved before then, but it wouldn’t be fair to the candidates to wait until the 11th hour. Or to the voters. We expect and hope the plan will be approved within the next few days.
Super support
Thanks to you all out there who provided us with nearly 500 super Bowl predictions. That’s a pretty good haul of picks considering none of the PA or NY teams – Eagles, Steelers, Giants, Jets – are in the big game today. Enjoy.
YO U R S PA C E
A lonely place on a cold winter’s day
The bench at Pittston’s Riverfront Park was unoccupied when Bill Tarutis, Dispatch contributing photographer, stopped by recently. Daytime highs in the teens will do that. Tarutis snapped this photo of the deserted park and the icy Susquehanna River on Jan. 25. The Dispatch makes this space available for contributed photos from readers as well as our own contributors. Your interesting photos can be dropped off or mailed to the office at 109 New St., Pittston, PA 18640 or emailed to sd@psdispatch.com
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Family grateful for outpouring of love and assistance I went to work on Wednesday June 13, 2012, like any other day. I never came home until October 4, 2012. I was hit by a car driven by an elderly woman on the job site and was seriously injured. I spent the first three days at Geisinger Wyoming Valley, the summer at Geisinger Danville and the fall at John Heinz in Wilkes-Barre. From the first day I was hurt, there were people helping my family. Our lives were turned upside down and I still have a long road ahead, but I need to thank all the wonderful people who helped my family and me. There are no words in this world to express the love that is in my heart for all the people who were there for us. I am truly touched and blessed. Although it is impossible to name everyone who was involved, we would like to thank the doctors and nurses at all three facilities I was at, especially Dr. Casterline and his wonderful staff at Geisinger Wyoming Valley. Their quick and efficient care in the first critical hours saved my life. To all the other doctors and nurses who took care of me, you all played a huge part in my recovery. Without you, I would not be where I am at today. We would like to thank Msgr. Sempa for his visits to Danville
and for providing a place for my wife to stay when she needed it. We would also like to thank Mr. and Mrs. Melberger and their son and wife, Mick and Amy, for providing a home for my wife, Mary, and family to stay the whole duration of my time in Danville. Without that, it would have been impossible for Mary to be by my side. A huge thank you to the West Pittston Committee that ran a coin drop and organized a wiffle ball tournament. I don’t know everybody who was involved but you all hold a special place in our hearts forever. To our family, friends and neighbors who literally fed my family and were only a phone call away, how do I say thank you to that only that I love you all? To all the many people and businesses who donated money during this hard time, it is greatly appreciated. I always said there was not a better place to raise a family than West Pittston. You can see by the actions of the whole community during this hard time why these words are true. I know it is by God’s hand that I am here, but I would also like thank God for blessing me by putting all these special people in my life. All our love and gratitude, Mary and Joseph Rubino and family
St. John the Evangelist Parish Community music director and WBRE-TV news reporter Joe Holden, left, and Msgr. John Bendik in the choir loft after Mass last Sunday afternoon.
Continued from Page 6
time. Six years later: so far, so good. Monsignor John Bendik, pastor of St. John’s and friend of Holden’s, said the choir has doubled in size since Holden has began the position. “Joe is just so gifted and creative,” Bendik said. “So eager and excited about music and the Liturgy. We’re lucky to have him.” In effort to raise money for the church and its many youth and outreach programs, the Holy Name Society and the Altar and Rosary Society are co-hosting an upcoming Night at The Races fundraiser event. Holden, who is the chairman for the event, called the societies the backbone of the church. “These people do the heavy lifting and a lot of the fundraising,” he said, “and I’m looking forward to fulfilling [the duty of] Master of Ceremonies.” According to Holden, who is also a member of the parish with both of his children enrolled in the religious education program, St. John’s has opened up a whole different set of friendships and relationships in his life. “I love working with them. These people come together and are totally committed to helping
BILL TARUTIS/FOR THE SUNDAY DISPATCH
N I G H T AT R A C E S The fundraiser will be held on February 9. Doors open at 6 p.m., with tickets available at the door. The races start at 7 p.m. Complimentary food and beverages will be served. For more info, call the parish office between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday at 654-0053.
others,” he said of the St. John’s community. “The parish is like a beating heart; it’s the life of the city of Pittston.” All told, he spent a total of 16 years in Catholic education. He graduated from Cabrini College in Radnor, Delaware County, with a B.A. in English and communication. Holden joined WBRE in September, 2005. His career began in 2001 at WPHL-TV in Philadelphia, where he manned the assignment desk, covering Philadelphia and the surrounding area.
T.V. LAWYERS Turn on your T.V. and you’ll see that there are many lawyers seeking to represent you. Each one has a “team”. Problem is, they don’t tell you which member of the team will be handling your case. I promise that I’ll personally handle all of the details of your case from start to finish. That’s a promise the T.V. lawyers won’t make. Try it. Call a T.V. lawyer and ask him or her to promise that they will personally handle your case and not hand you off to one of their associates whose name you never heard. Tell them that you expect to meet with them every time you come to the office for an appointment; that you expect to meet with them when
Attorney John J. Terrana
preparing to give your statement to the defendant’s insurance company; that you expect that they accompany you to the doctor’s office when the defense forces you to undergo a medical exam. I don’t think you’ll find one who will. I’ve been personally representing injured clients for over 25 years. Call me today if you’ve suffered a serious injury. I’ll be glad to speak with you.
Continued from Page 5
waits until after the election to approve the new district, it will disenfranchise residents of Jenkins Township, Pittston Township and Yatesville because “they will have no vote or say in who will be their Magistrate for the next six years.” Mecadon said the delay is holding up his campaign. “I get supporters calling me and asking me why I’m not running,” he said. “They’re asking who they should support.” Musto Carroll, the former Luzerne County District Attorney, said her hands are tied. “I am interested in the seat, but I can’t make a formal announcement until I find out if I’ll be in that district,” she said. “I figured they would have straightened all this out by now.”
Magisterial district judges are elected to six-year terms and are paid $72,000 a year. As a senior judge, Barilla is paid on a per diem basis The proposal keeps Magisterial Judge Joe Carmody’s district the same – Exeter, West Pittston, West Wyoming, Wyoming and Exeter. The proposal eliminates one court seat, the Freeland seat. According to the Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts, judicial redistricting is required every10 years to determine how to allocate state court system resources. The plan is to reduce the state’s 539 magisterial districts by roughly 10 percent or about 55 seats statewide. In the past several weeks, the state Supreme Court has approved the redistricting plans for seven counties, so Luzerne County may not be far off. “We’ll just have to wait and see,” Mecadon said.
HasYour Community Pharmacy Closed? We will gladly accept any new or transferred prescription and offer you the same personal service you have come to expect and deserve.
FREE DELIVERY
Joseph Albert, R. Ph.
To Dupont and All of Greater Pittston We Offer:
✓ Easy Rx Transfers... Just Call! ✓ Order Refills by Automated Phone 24 hours a day, by email or on-line. ✓ Free Local Delivery ✓ Competitive Pricing ✓ Off Street Parking ✓ Accept Most Major Insurances ✓ Convenient Drive-thru Service ✓ Immunization Services ✓ PA Lottery ✓ Sunrise Greeting Cards
www.albertspharmacy.com
299-5150 201 S. Main Street • Pittston, PA
Mon.-Fri. 9 to 6 • Sat. 9 to 1 • Closed Sun.
PAGE 15
400 Third Avenue, Kingston 283.2990
Two years later, he moved to Charlottesville, Virginia. There he was the 11 p.m. reporter, covering a wide range of issues in Thomas Jefferson country. Holden is also an accomplished musician. Hired at 15, he was one of the youngest music directors employed by an Archdiocese of Philadelphia parish. There he directed a 30-member choir and accompanied a full-roster of masses and parish events. Holden, his wife, Kelly and two children, Joseph and Julianne, live in Swoyersville.
Judicial
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2013
Holden
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 201
PAGE 16
Gyros Restaurant on Main Street in Pittston offers traditional Greek food and much more
It’s more than Greek to him Greek dish and the new restau- Mountain Top, nobody but norant’s are on par with his expecta- body was selling gyros,’ Downtions. ing said. “Customers would Take 30 years of restaurant enMaria Downing, Mahalias’ come from as far as Scranton. trepreneurship, rich Greek heri- daughter and partner, told the We had orders to Tobyhanna Artage, good family support and story of her father’s entrepre- my Depot for 150 gyros every you get Pittston’s new one-of-a- neurship. week.” kind restaurant. Mahalias miIn 2008, Mahalias packed up At Gyros Restaugrated to the Unit- his family and went back to rant, a corner take-out ed States in 1972 Greece for a few years to see HOURS joint with a menu with his wife and their remaining relatives. When Monday to Thursday, larger than its dining three daughters. they returned to the United 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. room, they pronounce He opened a pizza States, they wasted no time getFriday and Saturday, their signature dish gyplace in Manhat- ting another restaurant going. 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. ro the correct way, like tan, N.Y., called It has been only two weeks Sunday, 7 a.m. to 2 yee-row, and make evp.m Supreme Coffee since the grand opening and emerything from scratch. Shop and stayed ployee LoriAnn Cadora said she Owner Apostolos there for 18 years. is starting to see repeat customMalahias, who goes by After moving to ers. She said she expects busiPaul, arrives to work every Mountain Top in 1990, he ness will continue to grow as morning before the doors open opened Gyros Restaurant there more people discover their to whip up fresh tzatzki sauce, and ran a thriving business. hearty menu options and oldsimilar to sour cream but with “When we first opened in fashioned Greek hospitality. garlic and cucumbers, and to get breakfast started to open at 6 a.m. They boast a $2.55 breakfast of eggs, home fries and toast. But the breakfast menu is loaded with other fixings like Belgian waffles, breakfast wraps, panCall us before you do. cakes and French toast. Mahalias We can help you keep your smile for a lifetime. also has a few homeland-inspired items for breakfast like omelets with spinach, feta For more information or cheese and the gyro wrap’s founto schedule a dation, seasoned lamb. The rest complimentary consultation of the menu is extensive. In addicall us at tion to the Greek items, the menu includes appetizers, poultry and pork, seafood, pasta, pizza, hoagies, BBQ, cheesesteaks, hamburgers, finger food, salads, Find us on Facebook wraps and hot dogs. Download Suzanne and James Panzetta Our New sat in the dining room on a windy Mobile App Thursday night with their granddaughter, Amy, and her boyfriend, Joseph New. 210 Carverton Road Trucksville In front of them were stacked takeout boxes. They had just finished eating and had leftovers to go. James, who had ordered chicken wings, said the portion sizes impressed him. Suzanne had ordered baked ziti with mozzarella and ricotta and had to take some home. Amy had a turkey sub but could not finish the whole thing. Joseph was the only one without takeout. He said he was thrilled about a local place to get gyros. He said he loves the
By JON O’CONNELL
Sunday Dispatch Correspondent
JON O’CONNELL/FOR THE SUNDAY DISPATCH
Gyros Restaurant owner Apostolos Mahalias fills a pita with fresh lamb to prepare a gyro a sandwich, in Greece as popular as hamburgers in the United States.
You’re ready to retire, but is your smile?
570.763.4364
VOTED BEST CHEESESTEAK 2009-2012! VOTED BEST HAMBURGER 2011!
AFFORDABLE FAMILY RESTAURANT
INFLATION FIGHTERS
2 FOR $15.00
INFLATION
$
MIX OR MATCH NO LIMIT
INFLATION
FRIED SHRIMP BASKET WITH FRENCH FRIES AND COLE SLAW FRIED CHICKEN DINNER 4 PIECES WITH FRENCH FRIES AND COLE SLAW HOMEMADE MEATLOAF WITH POTATO AND VEGETABLE CHICKEN CROQUETTES WITH POTATO AND VEGETABLE PORK AND KRAUT WITH POTATO AND VEGETABLE FRIED PORK CHOPS TOPPED WITH BROWN GRAVY POTATO AND VEGETABLE CHICKEN PARMIGIANA WITH PASTA SPAGHETTI AND MEATBALLS BAKED ZITI DINNERS INCLUDE SOUP OR SALAD BREAD AND BUTTER
DELIVERY OR TAKE OUT ONLY
$
654-2200
NOT TO BE COMBINED WITH OTHER OFFERS
EXPIRES 2-28-2013
300 MAIN ST., DUPONT (Formerly Kalmanowicz Corner Store) Dine In • Take Out • Delivery 654-2200 Fax: 654-2265 Tues.-Thurs. 11 to 9 • Fri. & Sat. 11 to 10 • Closed Sun. & Mon. HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE
View Our Full Menu At: menusnepa.com/bobbyos1.html
Continued from Page 10
Italian Festival at Mt. Carmel
The annual Italian Festival will be held at the Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish Center, William Street, Pittston, on Saturday, Feb. 9 and Sunday, Feb.10. A Mass will be celebrated in Italian at 4 p.m. on Saturday. A musical program will start at 3:15 p.m. with the Senior Choir and mandolin and guitars by Pat & Nick Longo, Pat Longo, Dominick De Naples. The menu will be pasta/meatball dinner with salad, roll, cake & beverage. Tripe, polenta with sausage, porketta sandwiches, sausage & peppers sandwiches, hot dogs and pizza fritta will also be available. A bake sale will be available after all of the Masses that weekend. Valentine’s Dinner Dance
The Dupont V.F.W. post 4909 Home Association will hold it annual Valentine’s Day Dinner and dance on Saturday, Feb. 9 from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Music provided by Frank and Judy. A dinner buffet will be served from 7:30 to 8:45 p.m. bar will be open from 7:30 to 12:30 a.m. There will be door prizes. Tickets are $28 per person. For reservations see Bob Lopata or call 654-9104. Deadline for reservations if Feb. 8. SJE Night at the Races
Vera Bradley Bingo
The JFK Elementary School in the Wyoming Area School District is holding Vera Bradley Bingo Fundraiser on Sunday, Feb. 10, at 2 p.m. (doors open at 1 p.m.) in the Wyoming Area Secondary Center cafeteria, 20 Memorial Street, Exeter. Tickets are $20 and will be available at the door but seating is limited. To purchase tickets in advance, make check payable to JFK PTO and send to 50 Penn Avenue, Exeter PA 18643, ATTN: BINGO. Please include name, address, phone and e-mail address. For more information, call 570-362-1680. Brennan Regan Auxiliary
American Legion Auxiliary to Brennan Regan Post 585 will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 12 at the post home, 329 Main St. Members are reminded to submit their 2013 dues. Any member that has not paid them or updated any necessary information should as soon as possible. The Auxiliary will have its annual dinner on Tuesday, Feb. 19 at Valenti’s Restaurant, Exeter. Any member interested in attending may sign up at the post home. This year the ladies are responsible for paying for their own meal and the Auxiliary will provide the gratuity. Attendees will meet at the post home at 6:30 p.m. the day of the dinner. The reservation is at 7 p.m. Shrove Tuesday supper
Trinity Episcopal Church of
West Pittston will host its annual Shrove Tuesday Pancake, Egg and Sausage Supper on Tuesday, February 12. The supper honors a centuries-old Christian tradition of using up all rich and fattening food before the season of Lent, which begins the next day on Ash Wednesday. The supper will be held at the church at the corner of Montgomery Avenue and Spring Street in West Pittston. Seating and take-outs from 3:30 to 7 p.m. Tickets are $6 for adults and $4 for children 10 and under and are available from church members or by calling 654-3261 or emailingtrinityepiscopalwestpittston@hotmail.com. La Leche League
The Greater Pittston La Leche League, affiliated with La Leche League International and providing breastfeeding information and support to families in the Wyoming Valley since 1979, will meet at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 12 in the Community Room at the Laflin Borough Building, Laflin Road, Laflin. The group will meet on the second Tuesday of each month. The borough building is easily accessed from the intersection of Route 315 and Laflin Road. For more information or help with a breastfeeding concern, contact Deborah Nelson, Wyoming; Angel Kelsey, Wilkes-Barre; Vicki Prekel, Tunkhannock; Karen Shaw, Falls; or phone the HELP Line at 1-888-829-1341. Ash Wednesday dinner
The Corpus Christi Parish Social Concerns Committee is running an Ash Wednesday fish dinner on Wednesday, Feb. 13 in Immaculate Conception Church
Hall, 601 Luzerne Avenue in West Pittston. The ticket donation asked is adults, $8 and children, $3. The adult menu is breaded deep fried haddock, baked potato with sour cream, tossed salad, coleslaw, soda, coffee, homemade desserts The children’s menu is homemade macaroni and cheese, tossed salad, applesauce, soft drink, dessert Serving is from 5 p.m. to 6:30 with take outs available from 4:30 p.m. For tickets, call 654-2753 K of C to Hold Benefit
Pittston Knights of Columbus is sponsoring a night of fun, food and music featuring The Back Mountain Jam on Friday, Feb. 15, starting at 9 p.m. Admission is a non-perishable food item or $3. All proceeds will go to the Care and Concern Food Pantry. Lenten food items will be available. The Back Mountain Jam is billed as “not your average cover band.” The bass player, August Bednar, is a K of C brother. American Legion Auxiliary
Auxiliary Unit 585 members are reminded that 2013 dues are now due. The Auxiliary will have their annual Ladies Dinner at Valenti’s in Exeter on Feb. 19. Any member that is interested is to sign up at the legion. The next meeting will be held on February12 at 6:30 p.m. at the post home. PHS Class of ‘66
The party committee is seeking contact information (preferably email addresses) for Pittston High School, Class of 1966, graduates and/or classmates. The pizza party is scheduled for Saturday, April 27, at Arcaro &
AN N UAL COIN SH OW Unique Cake Creations Tired of the same old cake? Let us create a Truly Incredible Cake That will excite all your senses!
Let the CAKE FAIRY work her magic for you! Plus... Candy Platters, Baskets and a wide variety of Gourmet Apples also available Call Samantha at 655-3238
SA TU R DAY & SU N DAY FEB RU A RY 9 & 10,2013
H ours:Sat9am -5pm & Sun 9am -4pm OB LATES OF ST.JOSEPH ’S SEM IN A RY (R t.315,Pittston,PA )
PU BLIC IN V ITED TO BU Y, TR A DE,SELL COIN S H ourly DoorPrizes • FreeA dm ission • Free Parking 40 Dealers Sponsored by
W yom ing Valley Coin Club
Genell’s Restaurant in Old Forge. This will be a no stress and very informal night.Once the committee has a more complete list of interested classmates it will email the party details. Since the Class of ‘66 has not had a reunion in many years this will provide the opportunity for old friends to reconnect.Respond with contact information (email address) by Feb. 17, to phsclass66@verizon.net. Also, if you are in touch with other classmates that may be interested have them respond by the above date. And save the date of Saturday, April 27.
Don’t just watch a movie, experience it! All Stadium Seating and Dolby Surround Sound
ALL FEATURES NOW PRESENTED IN DIGITAL FORMAT
**Bullet to the Head – R -105 min – (2:10), (4:40), 7:20, 9:40 **Stand Up Guys – R – 105 min – (1:50), (4:05), 7:00, 9:15 **Warm Bodies – PG13 – 105 min – (2:00), (4:20), 7:10, 9:30 Hansel and Gretel 3D in DBox Motion Code Seating – R – 95 min – (1:30), (3:40), 7:00, 9:05. ***Hansel and Gretel RealD 3D – R – 95 min – (1:30), (3:40), 7:00, 9:05. Hansel and Gretel 2D – R – 95 min – (2:40), (4:45), 7:45, 9:50. Movie 43 – R – 105 min – (2:15), (4:30), 7:20, 9:40. Parker – R – 125 min – (1:40), (4:20), 7:20, 10:00. Broken City – R – 120 min – (3:50), 7:00, 9:30. Mama – PG13 – 110 min – (2:00), (4:20), 7:30, 9:50. Silver Linings Playbook – R – 130 min – (1:30), (4:10), 7:15, 10:00. Zero Dark Thirty – R – 165 min – (12:35), (3:40), 6:45, 9:50. Parental Guidance – PG – 115 min – (1:20), (3:45), 7:10, 9:35. Les Miserables – PG13 – 165 min – (1:00), (4:15), 7:30 Lincoln – PG13 – 160 min – (12:50), (4:25), 7:50 Wreck-It Ralph – PG – 115 min – (1:15) MET OPERA
February 16, 2013 - Rigoletto 215 min - 12:55 PM All Showtimes Include Pre-Feature Content
(Parenthesis Denotes Bargain Matinees)
Avoid the lines: Advance tickets available from Fandango.com Rating Policy Parents and/or Guardians (Age 21 and older) must accompany all children under 17 to an R Rated feature *No passes accepted to these features. **No restricted discount tickets or passes accepted to these features. ***3D features are the regular admission price plus a surcharge of $2.50 D-Box Motion Seats are the admission price plus an $8.00 surcharge First Matinee $5.50 for all features (plus surcharge for 3D features).
825.4444 • rctheatres.com
• 3 Hrs. Free Parking At Participating Park & Locks with Theatre Validation •Free Parking at Midtown Lot Leaving After 8pm and All Day Saturday & Sunday.
PAGE 17
St. John the Evangelist Parish Community, Pittston will hold the annual Night at the Races, Saturday, Feb 9, co-sponsored by the Holy Name and Altar and Rosary Societies at Seton Catholic auditorium. Doors open at 6 p.m. with post time at 7 p.m. Adults only. Complimentary food and beverages will be served. Joe Holden of WBRE Eyewitness News will be Master of Ceremonies. Cost for $10 a horse includes admission. Winning horses receive $50. Sponsor an ad in the program booklet $25 quarter page, $50 half, $75 full. For more information, contact the parish office 654-0053 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., John 655-5463 or Stephen 655-5307. Attendees are asked to bring a
canned good for the benefit of the Greater Pittston Food Pantry.
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2013
Briefs
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 201
PAGE 18
DECEMBER DINING GUIDE WINNER GERTRUDE MALECKI of Exeter
ENTER TO WIN THIS MONTH’S GIFT CERTIFICATE:
Look On The Following Pages For These Advertiser’s Weekly Ads
Fill out and deliver or mail entry to: The Sunday Dispatch Dining Guide 109 New Street Pittston, PA 18640
• CAFE OLIVIA
• FIRE & ICE
• COOPER’S WATERFRONT
• GYRO’S RESTAURANT
• DENTE’S CATERING
• NARDONE’S RESTAURANT • SAVO’S PIZZA & RESTAURANT
To Advertise In The Dining Guide Call: Jill Andes • 970-7188 Steve Morris • 829-7290
Name:____________________ Address:___________________ __________________________ City:______________________ State:______________________ Zip:_______________________ Phone:____________________
This Week’s Dining Guide Feature: ni s i n eear d a br P ttht aked b r a Hea our On PL
ed s ch k a n a 9 IthB izz
Pick up anytime a fter 3:00 Visit our Web Site for Full Menu and Descriptions O u r E n t i re M e n u i s Av a i l a b l e f o r Ta k e O u t !
P ar se e H ee h 4-C Toppings: Veggies 50¢ Meats $1
OR ac n arog ls s C w e Cange Bo a ad r O al S Server 6 to 8 Guests
Phone: 696-3580
Serves 8 -10 Guests
Choose up to 3: Cajun Pork, Shrimp&Chorizo, Guiness Pot Roast, Roast Turkey, Chicken Cordon Bleu or Roasted Vegetable a P ic e Taknd Iterm e-o ssf ut O or nly
etER m r DipPs u r Go ty e
r tt PaPLAIncludes:
Hearthbaked Bread, Fatbread Crackers and Homemade Chips
Choose From: Spinach&Artichoke, Creamy Crab, Buffalo Chicken, Chili&Cheese or Beer&Cheddar
ww.FIREandICEonTOBYC www.FIREandICEonTOBYCREEK.com RT 309, Trucksville - Just North of She Sheetz
* *EVERY MONDAY! *Scranton & Pittston Cooper’s * Served with drawn butter * Dine In Only
Oysters 5-7 daily
Cooper’s Seafood House - Scranton & Pittston
SERVING DINNER
Tuesday thru Saturday 4:30 p.m. til close Rob Musto, chef & proprietor
204 Broad Street • Pittston • 299-7814 SUN., MON., TUES. 7 A.M.-3 P.M. WED., THUR., FRI., SAT. 7 A.M.-8 P.M.
MONEY SAVING SPECIALS 7 DAYS A WEEK!
Since 1964
www.savospizza.com
& Family Restaurant
655-0001
OPEN WEEKDAYS 11 TO 9; FRI. & SAT. 11 TO 10; SUN. 12-9
Pittston Commons, Pittston By-Pass, Pittston
*CHECK OUT ALL OUR BIG GAME SPECIALS ON TODAY’S BACK PAGE AD!
49e rs
GAME ON UNTIL 9P.M. ON OUR 2 GIANT TV SCREENS
S RAVEN
is back!
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2013
$1 1
SUNDAY DISPATCH
“The Best Breakfast Around”
• Overstuffed Omelets • Huge Frittatas • Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes • Hand Dipped FrenchToast
Check Out Our Breakfast Specials: • Mon. - Fri. only $3.99 incl. FREE COFFEE • Sat. & Sun. Reg. FREE COFFEE with breakfast special Serving Affordable Home-Cooked Meals • Eat-In or Take-Out Call For Our Daily Specials, 654-2536 Voted “Best Value”...”Most Affordable”... and Favorite Restaurant” by our loyal customers
509 Exeter Ave., West Pittston
12 CUTS OF PIZZA ONLY $9.99 CHICKEN WINGS ONLY 50¢ Each Sold in 6 or 12 pieces only EAT IN ONLY
• Miller Lite & Coors Light Buckets (5 Bottles only $7.00) • Frosted Mugs - only $1.25 • 16 oz. Drafts - only $2.00 Featuring Ice Cold BEER
Try Our Delicious
WINGS
6 Packs & Mugs
WWW.SAVOSPIZZA.COM
GYRO’S
OWEN! NP RESTAURANT O
Featuring Greek/American Food Open 7 days a week
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner Daily Specials, Eat-in or Take-out Specializing in Gyros & Sandwiches
Breakfast...............starting at ........... $1.35 Lunch ...................starting at ........... $5.95 Dinner ...................starting at ........... $6.75 Your total bill thru 4-30-13 with this ad only
561 N. main st., pittston • 655-4224
DENTE’S CATERING Dente’s Tent and Rental Co.
Celebrating Our
50th Anniversary
Try adding flavors to your favorite pancake or waffle batter. Flavoring ingredients such as fresh, whole berries, small chunks of soft, ripe fruit (bananas), chopped dried (but moist) fruit, sweetened flaked coconut, flavored chocolate chips and chopped nuts, are gently blended into the batter. Flavoring ingredients can be added before egg whites are incorporated into the batter.
Biagio A. Dente, CEC,AAC, HOF Blaise Alan Dente, CCC, HAAC 655-0801 • www.dentescatering.com
PAGE 19
10% OFF
TABLE TALK
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 201
PAGE 20
P R I M A RY E L ECT I O N 2013
O’Brien running for district judge James “Red” O’Brien is announcing his candidacy for Magisterial District Judge for district 11-1-04. The district is comprised of Avoca, Dupont, Duryea and Hughestown boroughs, and the city of Pittston. O’Brien, a Pittston resident, graduated from Pittston Area High School and attended Luzerne County Community College and Marywood University where he studied Business Administration and Computer Information Systems. He has been very active in the Greater Pittston area serving as Mayor of Avoca for three years, elected to three terms on the Pittston Area School Board serving as President in 2007, and served Luzerne County as the Recorder of Deeds for a four year term. O’Brien remarked, “I have a strong sense of duty to our community, and have chosen public service because of my firm belief that we must all give of ourselves in order to ensure the safety and welfare of every citizen. I want to bring my life experiences and common sense to the District Judge position in Greater Pittston.” He is married to the former Ann Snopkowski, of Dupont, and has a daughter Ella, 5, and son Seamus, 17. He is the son of Jack O’Brien
Friendly Sons Continued from Page 9
Friendly Sons President Jimmy Clancy has organized all committees and active members as the full scale planning of the 2013 St. Patrick’s Day Banquet has begun. “The organization has had a great past few months starting with the great successes of our golf tournament and half way to St. Patrick’s Day Party that were held to support our scholarship fund,” Clancy said. “We look forward to continuing our great tradition of hosting the 99th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Banquet.” The banquet will be held at the Woodlands and will feature Col-
James 'Red' O'Brien
and Marie McGlynn O’Brien, both residents of Duryea. He is civically active in the Greater Pittston Area where he is a member of Our Lady of Eucharist Parish, Knights of Columbus, Ancient Order of Hibernians Avoca, Friendly Sons of Saint Patrick and Pittston YMCA. On Friday, March 1, at 7 p.m. you can join O’Brien for his announcement and petition signing at the West Side Social Club in Avoca. He will cross-file as a Democrat and Republican in the upcoming May primary. onel Frank Noonan, Pennsylvania State Police Commissioner, as principal speaker. James “Jay” Duffy will serve as Grand Marshal and William “Billy” Anzalone will be the General Chairman Award winners this year include: Man of the Year Mark Casper and Francis W. Swingle Award Winner Andy Ashby. Ticket prices are $65 for adults and $50 for guests under 21years of age. Tickets can be purchased from any active member of the G.P. Friendly Sons of Saint Patrick or by stopping in the Knights of Columbus in Pittston any Thursday night from 7-9 p.m. Clancy also reminds members
Falls seniors NUTRITION
The Falls Senior Center sponsored by the Area Agency on Aging for Luzerne/Wyoming counties invites anyone 60+ to the following activities: Wed., Feb.6 Walking 10 a.m. -10:45 a.m. (weather permitting.) At 1 p.m. there will be a presentation on fire safety given by Edward Hawk from the Lake Winola Fire Company. Thurs., Feb. 7 there will be a lunch timenutrition talk on Heart Healthy Foods. Fri., Feb. 8, 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Body Stretch Exercises using weights and bands. At 11:30 a.m. there will be a presentation on "How to Manage the Winter Blues"given by Anita Waznia from Compassionate Home Care Mon., Feb.11, Wii Bowling competition with Tunkhannock Senior Center at Falls at 9:30 a.m.; 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. Body Stretch exercises; 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. Crotcheting class crocheting 35 pairs of slipper socks and 35 lap blankets for homebound people. Donations of yarn gladly accepted. The Center offers daily activities such as Wii bowling, shuffleboard, cards, computer use. The Center offers individual instruction on computer use by appointment. Anyone wishing to join the group for a hot meal at noon for a suggested donation of $2 should RSVP to Twila at 388-2623 by 12:30 p.m. the day before. The Center is open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mon. thru Fri. It is located on SR 92
CORNER
Mary Ehret, MS, RD, LDN Penn State Cooperative Extension
Ladies, did you wear your Red? February 1, Friday, was National Red Day for ladies. February traditionally is thought of as “heart month” as valentines are everywhere. The focus on this campaign are our hearts. National Red Day encourages us to learn more about key guidelines to keep our hearts healthy and good habits that keep our hearts healthy too. First don’t smoke, if you do, try to quit. Smoking increases your risk of a heart attack two to six times more. It also increases your risk of a stroke and cancer. Next, aim for a healthy weight. The key is “aim.” If you feel that you need to lose weight, first find a beginning step or action to meet our goal to focus on or “aim,” and then make a plan of action. Once you have tackled it, move on to the second. Small steps have shown to have a chance to be lifelong. Third, know your numbers. Below are the recommended ranges. Blood pressure, less than 120/80. Total cholesterol, less than 200 mg/dL. High Density Lipoproteins, or HDL, greater than 40 mg/dL. Low density lipoproteins or LDL, less than 100 mg/dL. Blood Glucose, fasting, under 99 mg/dL and Body Mass Index, between 18.5 and 24.9. Becoming more active helps with meeting many of these key guidelines. It was alarming for me to learn that less than 25 percent of Americans walk or cycle for more than 10 minutes continuously in a typical week for transportation. Here is a beginning point that most of us can start with. Find one “job” that you presently rely on motor transportation and change it into a walk or using a bicycle. For instance, I plan to walk to cash my check inside of driving. Many of these are personal and may take some creative juices. A second step may be to look at the number of times we prepare foods in our own kitchen and eat at home. If you do enjoy a dinner out as a “reward” for your hard week or work, try buying a more expensive lean cut of meat or fish and enjoy a dinner for two at home. Share the responsibility of cooking among the family if it’s a chore for you. Eating at home, may increase the number of vegetables serve and reduce the sodium in our meal both key actions to strengthen your heart health. Last but not least, know your numbers. If you do not know your numbers, take a moment to make an appointment with your doctor. It’s February, heart month. Be kind to your heart! Enjoy this easy to make soup. It is good for your heart! Quick & Easy Black Bean Soup
to please mail in or drop off your membership dues as soon as possible to ensure that you are included in the membership roster that is published each year in the banquet program. Dues remain the same at $5 per member. Please be sure to include the exact spelling of your name how you would like it printed in the booklet. Upcoming dates: Feb. 7, regular meeting (Knights of Columbus); Feb. 16, Past Presidents Dinner (Knights of Columbus); March 7, regular meeting (Knights of Columbus); March 17, 99th St. Patrick’s Day Banquet (Woodlands); August 10, Black Shamrock Open (Blue Ridge Trail Golf Course).
2 cans black beans, drained and rinsed 1 can low-salt chicken or vegetable broth 1/2 can water 1 cup stewed or other canned tomatoes 1/2 cup salsa (mild or hot!!!) 1 Tablespoon chili powder 1.Pour rinsed beans into a pan. Mash with a potato masher or fork. 2.Add broth, water, tomatoes, salsa and chili powder. 3.Bring to a boil, lower heat. Cover and simmer slowly for about 15 minutes. Other Ideas: ·Use other cooked or canned beans instead of black beans. ·Add frozen or canned vegetables such as corn, green beans or peas. ·Use other fresh vegetables in season such as green pepper or zucchini. ·Top with freshly grated or thinly sliced cheese. Add fresh cilantro and chopped scallions if you like Mary R. Ehret, M.S., R.D., L.D.N., is with Penn State Cooperative Extension, Luzerne County, 16 Luzerne Ave., West Pittston, Pa., 18643. (570) 825-1701/602-0600. Fax (570) 825-1709. mre2@psu.edu.
SUPER SUNDAY at
SPECIALS!
in Pittston 883-1991 6 Packs To Go! Alcohol available for dining in and take-out.
OPEN 11am - 8pm on SUPER SUNDAY • Call early to place your order
Try Our“Party Boli�feeds 3-5 people each
• Eggplant Parmesan • Italian • Vegetable • Cheese Steak • Cheese Burger • Boneless Chicken Wing
8.95LB. $ 36pc Wings incl b/c 18.95LB.
29.95LB. $ 100pc Wings incl b/c 59.95LB. Buy 12 cut tray unbaked, get the 2nd tray for ............. $4.99
Boneless Wings ........
$
50pc Wings incl b/c..
$
(above specials valid Feb. 2 & 3, 2013 only)
• 2 Trays Unbaked Pizza TY PAR GE • 50 Wings Only$ KA PAC Valid on Super Sunday Feb. 3, 2013 Only
54.95
www.lizzasmezzomezzo.com • 711 N. Main St • Pittston • 883-1991
Lackawanna Valley Sanitary Authority 2013 Rate Schedule Residential Users per UNIT
$70.00 per Quarter
Residential Yearly Rate per UNIT
$280.00
Yearly Rate Paid by 03/31/2013
$266.00
Senior Citizen Discount 10%
$63.00 per Quarter
Senior Citizen Yearly Rate Paid by 03/31/13
$238.00
! 2! * &+0 &+! 0$! ) //& / + ! /,*! +!3 &0!*/ 0, 0$! *!+1 + $ 2! .!/0,.! ),+# 3&0$ 1- 0&+# 0$! &+0!.&,. ! 2! !/&#+! +!3 -.&2 0! &+&+# .! 0$ 0 &/ 3!)) 3,.0$ /!!&+# )) ",. .!/!.2 0&,+/ ,1./ ,+ 5 0$.,1#$ $1./ 5 -* 0, -* .& 5 + 01. 5 -* 0, -* )!+0&+! / 5 &/ '1/0 .,1+ 0$! ,.+!. )! /! * (! 5,1. .!/!.2 0&,+/ + !)! . 0! 3&0$ 1/ ! 0$ +( 5,1 ",. 5,1. /1--,.0 + ),,( ",.3 . 0, /!!&+# )) ," ,1. ,) ".&!+ / + *!!0&+# +!3 ,+!/
5,*&+# 2!+1! 4!0!. 0!.&+# &/ )3 5/ 2 &) )! + 5,1. $,*! ," ! ,. +,0$!. /-! & ) -) ! 3! $ 2! !2!.50$&+# 5,1 +!!
,# ,+ +
',&+ ,1. * &)&+# )&/0
&(! .& , / !/0 1. +0 ,+ ! ,,( 0, (!!- 1- 0, 0! 3&0$ "! 01.!/ + !2!+0/
PAGE 21
Senior citizens are reminded that proof of age (PHOTO ID or DRIVERS License) is required with the 1st quarter bill they submit either through the mail or at our office on Coxton Road in Duryea. Anyone sixty two (62) and older who own and reside in the home and accounts are paid in full to date, qualify for a ten percent (10%) discount on their sewer bill. Businesses and tenant occupied units do not qualify for the senior citizens discount.
+5 ," 5,1 $ 2! !!+ 3 &0&+# 0$! .!01.+ ," ,+! ," 5,*&+# ))!5 / ) //& .!/0 1. +0/ / ," ! .1 .5 0$ 3! .! ,-!+ 2!.5,+! &/ &+2&0! 0, ,*! + /!! &0 ",. 5,1./!)"
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2013
% 0 / 0.1!
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 201
PAGE 22
T O D AY AT S E C O N D P R E S B Y T E R I A N
‘Souper Bowl’ benefits hungry The Second Presbyterian Church, Parsonage St., Pittston, will be participating in “Souper Bowl” today, Sunday, February 3. Souper Bowl Sunday was started to help relieve hunger in America by a Presbyterian church in Columbus, Georgia, and corresponds each year with the annual Super Bowl football celebration. Monies raised are used to help the hungry and are
kept in each locality that participates. The Second Presbyterian Church has participated in this project for many years. This year there will be a free-will offering and a collection of non-perishable items to be donated to the food pantry at the First United Methodist Church in West Pittston. All the monies collected will be given to the Salvation Army,
West Pittston, and the First United Methodist Church food pantry, West Pittston. For information call the church at 654-1411. Members of the Sunday School classes will facilitate today’s collection. Sunday School is held every Sunday morning beginning at 9:30 a.m., followed by worship at 11 a.m. The Rev. David Brague is pastor of the church.
Seniors plan casino trip The Cosmopolitan Seniors of Exeter will meet will on Tuesday, Feb. 5, at 1 p.m. in St. Anthony Center, Exeter. Hosts/hostesses are Aggie Abromavage, Maureen Gosart, Ron Gosart, Johanna Malinowski and Vic Malinowski. The previous meeting was attended by 45 members. Vice President Joe Kleback led the group in prayer, Pledge of Allegiance and a patriotic song. Secretary Terri Mislan read the minutes. Treasurer Amy Alpaugh gave the treasurers report.
After the meeting the group enjoyed refreshments and bingo was played. 50/50 winners were Aggie Abromavage, Rosalie Ferarra, Rosemary Golenski, Maureen Gosart, Kathy Loucks. Amy Alpaugh won the bingo special game, and the jackpot winner was Rosalie Ferarra. Travel coordinator Johanna is accepting reservations for a trip to Sands Casino on Thursday, Feb. 14. Pickups are in Exeter and Pittston. You do not have to be a member to come along. For details, call 655-2720.
HospiceSacredHeart.org | 706.2400
It is never too soon to reach out for help. Because serving you is who we are.
Your home is where ourheart is. We will help you make a plan. Guide you through the process. Answer all your questions. Take care of your insurance. And support you in your home with loving care that lasts a lifetime.
Loving care that lasts a lifetime.
EMISSION/SAFETY INSPECTION Includes all state fees. Emission 30 day free re-test, safety, pass or fail. Exp. 2/9/13
35
00
$
+ TAX
Regular $47.90
www.fortyfortlube.com
Like us on Facebook
1097 Wyoming Ave
Forty Fort • 718-1501 Mon-Fri 7:30-6 • Sat 8-1
300 Pierce St.
NEW LOCATION
Kingston • 283-1504 Mon-Fri 8-5 • Sat 8-1
Get The Salt Off! Wholesale Distributor Of Gulf Gasoline
PREMIUM HEATING OIL Call Today For The Best Price! Try Our Brand New TouchFree Automatic Car Wash. Open 24/7
Dolphin Car Wash
Located on Route 315, Jenkins Twp. • 829-6991 Next to 315 Donut Shoppe off Old Boston Road
Avoca, Dupont, Duryea, Jenkins Twp., Pittston, West Pittston, Wyoming, West Wyoming, and Exeter
100 gallon minimum (prices subject to change)
Call Today 570-654-3441
274 area residents pick Niners to win
the Packers Mary Patzuk 30-20 Better quarterback Gary Carwardine 35-21 Down with Lewis Joe O’Hara 42-17 Love those streetcars Dennis Palladino 35-31 The 49ers were miners and miners are tough Stacey Wesolowski 24-14 I left my heart there Bob Lopata 26-23 Eagles’ Akers wins it Jim Lopata 31-21 NFC all the way Robbie Lopata 31-21 No contest Jeff Lopata 27-17 Lopatas go 4-for-4 Doris Goula 31-27 Gold is better John Brogna 28-17 Super Bowl champs 6 times Ed Zielinski Sr. 31-21 Whiners can’t beat the 49ers Rocco Grande 5 is a charm, now a general alarm, 52 Lewis, 27 Rice, 20 Reed Cathy Powell 24-19 Still mad about the 1906 earthquake John Kelmer 21-14 How about the ’89 earthquake? John A. Novak 27-21 Frank Gore in for the score Lisa Michele Pisano 28-17 So my fav will be happy Michael Struckus 26-22 One for the thumb Steelers’ fans Joseph Struckus 58-0 Because my little brother Mike is the best Danny Walutes 28- 14 This one is for Mike Erik Smith 49-16 Flacco is going to get Sack-oed! Kenny Schultz 34-21 They’re baaack! Sue Schultz 35-14 It’s been way too long! Jacob Schultz 24-17 Next year 49ers vs Steelers! Sarah Schultz 42-14 Whatever Stephanie Schultz 49-0 Go Beyonce! Chuck Shannon 31-21 If I knew I’d be rich Robbie Belza 48-7 I never lose Mike Fanti 28-14 Coach Marranca says so Moochie Marianacci 28-20 Move over Pittsburgh John Haydock 35-21 Best cheerleaders
Mario Belza 34 -14 I have a feeling Sal Bernal 27-23 49ers 5-for-5 in SBs Steve Furmanski 24-13 A song about cannibalism would be cool Jerry Charney 27-21 Too much D Joe “Montgomery” Ward 28-14 They got some hills out there Bernie Stelacone 27 28 Rice-a-Roni Pat Norwood 31-17 The San Francisco Treat Joe Perlock 33-21 Send Ray Lewis out Wayde Post 24-17 Bowman the only Penn Stater in the game Jim Ruby 31-28 No more Lewis Ed Ameika 35-10 49ers defense feasts on Flacco’s mistakes Kathy Ameika 24-21 What he said Matt Suchocki 36-9 49ers rock Jeannie Suchocki 21-12 Ray Lewis is a convict Phillip Patterson 28-17 Same as Jeannie Sam Areanella 37-19 Don’t like Lewis Jim Albrecht 31-20 Lewis who? Al Susek 21-14 Lewis is a killer Joel Sicherman 27-10 Who am I to buck a trend? Tom Sajic 24-21 Willis all day Brian Gromel 21-10 She is not Ray Lewis Gina Klepadlo 27-21 I’d rather see Tim Tebow T. J. Ferritti 28-24 I’m single and looking Gary Richards 28-24 49ers Baby Joe Francoeur 38-21, Go Niners Kevin Thornton 31-20 Ray Lewis fails in last “stab” at the ring Brian Thornton 24-20 The murdering linebacker gets his clock cleaned Bob Chairge 25-22 Need this to win Barb Sherinsky 36-28 Go 49ers Harry Green 31-27 A miner 49er and his daughter Clementine Mike Brogan 34-16 Don’t quote the Raven Bob Messina 28-21 Go Steelers Pat Messina Jr. 25-14 Watching the commercials Nick Krifka 28-14 City by the Bay Patrick Burns 24-20 Thank God for #7
Dave Jackson 14-10 Go Phillies Paul Jancoska 28-24 Junior Harbaugh all the way Jerry Armitage 27-17 Ray who? Steve Hoover 6-3 Good defense Michele Grossi 28-17 Go Niners Dave Skrocki 28-24 Just because Erica Gillespie Bartoli 14-7 California dreaming, something to be said for natural vitamin D Kevin Lescavage 24-17 Try to shake hands after the game Dan Castner 17-14 Hope the Ravens win Kyle Castner 21-14 The Moose has spoken Greg Hall 24-13 Super Bowl? I’m still waiting for ND to show up for BCS game Bill Goldsworthy 27-17 Sorry Ray better play one more year Jannet Goldsworthy 24-14 I like the quarterbacks moves Frank Poder 31-13 Ray Lewis sees deer in headlights... Diane Poder 20-14 I prefer to watch the puppy bowl, not these dogs. Phil Gianfarcaro 24-10 They’re gonna clip ‘em Cody Poder 49ers 27-24 akers field goal in OT Bob Ryzner 30-17 Cowboys forever Chester Montante 30-28 I predudice, I have two kids in California Mike Madry 21-17 Deer antler spray can only take you so far. Kris Olshefski 24-21 Pizza is perfect with the Super Bowl. Jennifer Holbrook 31-29 Okay, pay attention. My birthday was Jan. 29 and I turned 31. There’s your score Marcella Kester 17-14 somebody told me it will be a low scoring game. Brittany Young 21-14 My mom likes the 49ers. Besides, Steve Young is my cousin. (I made that last part up.) Shane Conway 31-27 It shoulda been Green Bay John O’Byrne 27-24 Kaepernick is on his game Albert Fereck 49-21 49 as in 49ers, get it? Kathrine Beaver 36-32 A team can win by four can’t they? Brad Artley 28-16 I hope they have gumbo at the party Derek Bohn 27-23 Divine revelation Lauren Wackley 35-27 Defense Ron Reino 24-14 Taking the under Rasha Shaker 25-20 What do I know? Nick Harvey 28-20 It’s all about the Kap Kayla Bucci 21-16 Nicer uniforms David Olah 31-29 Colin Kaepernick And I spelled it right Val Bendas 24-20 IDKMYBFFJILL Cindy Ferraz 25-17 I got a feeling Jane Kavulich 38-18 Cuter quarterback Anna Mae Olivo 27-24 George Seifert is related to me. I’m not kidding Tommy Coulter 21-14 1849 was a great See NINERS, Page 41
PAGE 23
Elaine Kay 24-10 - Either 7 or 11, we’re going to feel like we’re in Heaven. Kristen Favata 35-21 Because I hate Ray Lewis! Jim Branas 21-17 The crab cakes are awesome Timothy Lello 30-27 First Super Bowl to go into OT Eileen Dewey 31-17 My Giants aren’t in so let’s go NFC Greg Dewey 33-17 Gotta go with the wife’s winning pick D.A. Browdie 27-21 My brother-in-law is never wrong and says S.F. without question Amy Swartz 35- 31 Gotta love a man with tats Ella Campenni 35 - 10 Papa doesn’t like the Ravens Samara Campenni 28-20 – Papa detests the Ravens Chrissy Campenni 21-7 I love Joe Montana Tommy Campenni 27-23 Cowboy’s turn next year Lucia Campenni 14-7 Five Campennis can’t be wrong Dylan Klush 30-10 They’re gonna Klush ‘em Stephanie Klush 38 17 Baltimore Ravens Nevermore Casey Noone 23-21 Fear the Daddy Long Legs Pat Favata 49ers 26-22 Close one! Bernice Curio 28-21 Wish it was Pittsburgh Ed Carlin Sr. 31-21 9ers will strike Super again Rose Carlin 34-15 For my son Ed Carlin Jr. 31-17 Catch’in no Flacco over Kapernick Wendy Carlin 28-14 Ed said it all Stanley Knick Jr. 26-21 Rooting for the Father-in-law’s team Maureen Knick 27-17 For my Dad in heaven Albert Mihalka 39-24 6-0 Super Bowl record Pat Szumski 27-24 No Giants. Have to go with SF for Jen Donahue Rich Nesgoda 28-3 Ray Lewis should retire Rich Kuchinski Jr. 28-0 If you’re going to San Francisco… Lynn Healey 35-14 Wear some flowers in your hair Walter Meskey 33-19 Who cares? Joyce Rolls 17-14 It will be low scoring Alice Brady 28-14 Really wanted Giants to repeat Lori Gemzik 24-17 Maybe Eagles next year Patti Carlin-Martini 33-6 My Bro’s favorite team Louis Martini 37-9 One brother has to lose Fuzzy Tetlak 27-21 Party at the VFW Joel Tomaszewski 34-21 49ers go 6-0 in Super Bowls Gary Kaspriskie 24-17 QB will be the difference Dennis Kuchinski 35-7 Really wanted
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2013
S U P E R B O W L X LV I I
PAGE 24
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 201
SUPER BO
A touchdow
Takeout
Lindo Sabatini tosses pizza dough into the air.
Chicken wings in the deep fryer at Town Tavern in Duryea.
A pizza with olives and roasted red peppers emerges from the oven at Sabatini's in Exeter.
years and it’s always been that way,” he said. Jim Ruby, one of the six owners of Bo Brothers on Wyoming AveContinued from Page 4 nue in Wyoming, said it’s one of snap), Zinkavich said 75 percent the busiest days of the year. of the business on Super Bowl He said all of the owners, himSunday is from takeout. self, his wife, Marlene Ruby, Jo“By kickoff we’re winding seph and Jeannie Suchocki, and down,” she said. “Most of the food Vince and Maria Sicconne will be is picked up by kickoff. The rest working. they’ll pick up at halftime.” “We’re a pizza and wings place, The place is so busy on Super so on Super Bowl Sunday, we’re Bowl Sunday, they have to close slammed,” he said. on Monday to clean up. He said Super Bowl Sunday is “We steam clean the entire especially busy if there’s a “local” kitchen,” Zinkavich said. team playing, such as the PhilaDespite it being Super Bowl delphia Eagles or PittsSunday, at Sabatiburgh Steelers. ni’s Pizza in Exe- Mike Savokinas, owner Mike Savokinas, ter it doesn’t of Savo’s Pizza in the owner of Savo’s Pizza match the traffic Pittston Plaza, said he’s in the Pittston Plaza, the restaurant said he’s ready to make does on Fridays, ready to make 400 to 400 to 500 pizzas. especially during 500 pizzas. He has five He has five drivers drivers on the road Lent. on the road delivering “A lot of people delivering food. ‘It’s a food. have it into their day for all your loyal “It’s a day for all weekly pattern to your loyal customers, get Sabs on Fri- customers, but it’s also but it’s also a day you days,” said Lindo a day you pick up a lot pick up a lot of new Sabatini. “Super of new customers,’ he customers,” he said. Bowl Sunday is a said. “We’re now on the good day, but not second and even third a great day. Frigenerations,” he adddays are great days.” ed. Sabatini will be slammed for Savo’s has been in the area for takeouts between 3 and 6 p.m., 49 years in April. and it will slow down until half“People hear about us and come time. from all around, Scranton, Tunk“Then we’ll get another round,” hannock, Wilkes-Barre, Falls,” he said. “It’ll pick up again.” Savokinas said. He said while many places have Savokinas said he prefers not to dozens of sauces, Sabatini’s spe- pick a team to root for in fear he cializes in six. may alienate some customers. Sabatini said he’s proud of the “I’d hate to say I’m for San restaurant’s takeout beer selec- Francisco and have a loyal custion. tomer get mad because he’s a Bal“We have over 500 varieties of timore fan,” he said. “It’s just a craft and import beer,” he said. game, but people take football ve“Super Bowl Sunday will be a ve- ry seriously around here.” ry good beer day.” Savokinas said he’s had wings He calls the beer takeout menu now for 18 years and they’re just the “beer bible.” The majority of as popular as pizza on Super Bowl the beer is kept in the back coolers Sunday. because there isn’t enough room “People order 80-100-120 in the front display coolers. wings,” he said. Larger orders are Pat Lizza, of Lizza’s Mezzo usually made in advance. Mezzo, called Super Bowl Sun“We’ll go through thousands day “huge.” Pizza, wings and and thousands of wings,” he said. stromboli are his specialties. “People really like them.” “I’ve been in the business for 30
Co-owner Maria Ciccone sprinkles
wn of taste Chicken wings in hot sauce served with bleu cheese dip and celery sticks at Town Tavern in Duryea.
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2013
O W L X LV I I
Chef Simon Brogan drains chicken tenders in Bo Brothers kitchen in Wyoming.
PAGE 25
BILL TARUTIS PHOTOS/FOR THE SUNDAY DISPATCH
s seasoning on a half-tray of broccoli white and red pizza in the kitchen at Bo Brothers in Wyoming.
Savos' Pizza owner Mike Savokinas shows some of the 40+ cases of chicken wings ready for the Super Bowl inside his cooler in Pittston Township.
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 201
PAGE 26
S U P E R B O W L X LV I I
214 local fans predict Ravens victory Dave Favata 17-14 Because G told me so David Favata Jr. 5-3 It’s baseball, right? Mike Pugliese 28-10 Great way for Ray Lewis to end his career. Robert Grabosky 29-23 OT. Second SB ring for Ray Lewis to climax a Hall of Fame career. Chet Kaspriski 31-24 Quote the raven nevermore Dale Klush 31- 20 A “killer” game for R Lewis. Brady Noone 21-16 Ravens Feast On Kapernick Deann Patte 27-24 For me and Dave Marie Ferretti 33-32 With luck Sue Renfer 28-27 Ravens and big, smart and mean George Krakowski III 24-21 SF can’t be 6-0 in Super Bowls Jack Donahue 36-28 Jerry Jones need to retire Evelyn Tetlak 26-12 One for Ray Lewis Marty Zambricki 42-27 Running game Jim Jones 24-17 Did you know Ric Ocasek is from Baltimore Paul Fox 24-21 There gonna out Fox ‘em Pat Szumski 27-21 Ravens’ Harbaugh Andy Reid’s protégé John Phillips 24-17 Best Quarterback John Kunicki 31-28 Ravens will prevail David Mikiewicz 27-23 Only Pittsburgh will have six Gene Kudey 24-19 Piece of cake Dan Wall 28-24 AFC North too much to handle. Steeler Man Harold Maikranz 31-24 Poe’s Ravens fly high Patrick Pisano 27-23 AFC Robyn Struckus 30-14 Ravens will soar past the 49ers Bella Struckus 24-14 Cuz Mommy is always right Dorothy Dominick 24-10 Go East Coast!!!! Jerry Pace 24-21 They will soar into the winner’s nest like a beautiful Raven. Robert Kobilinski 7-0 The Ravens only win the SB when they don’t play the Steelers in the playoffs Michael Carey 24-23 David Akers misses the extra point with no time left in regulation! Tom Schappert 28-20 Ray Lewis retirement party Carol Charney 27-14 Bo’s smoked wings make the party Steve Martin 17-14 Late field goal Jack McDonnell 24-21 The better Harbaugh Joe Lukash 28-24 Harbaugh will not get out-coached in this one Marcia Tomaszewski 27- 23 Because my Knight says that’s going to be the final score Boomer Smithonic 20-17 Just a guess Marina Smithonic 28-24 For the Zubas Joe Suchocki 28-24 Because they benched Alex smith Emily Suchocki 27-17 Ravens Rox Grace O’Neill 28-14 What? No 3-pointers?
Dan McGraw 45-42 Double OT. The NFL is rigged Marlene Ruby 31-145 Go Flacco Don Carsia 20-17 Eat at Bo’s Katelynn Sekelsky 24-21 I am Ray Lewis Alex Rielinger 28-17 Ray Lewis final ring Vicky Prabel 21-17 Don’t want the 9ers to get another one Rick Notari 21-17 It’s been a bad year so far. It might as well get worse Joe Gillespie 21-17 Get this over, start spring training Bernie Cassetori 35-34 WWF scripted, Ray Lewis retires as winner Kevin Schwerdtman 23-13 Because I follow Bernie, whatever he says Kevin Platukus 21-17 The second best team in the AFC north Mark Franchetti 21-14 Ray Lewis wins Bridget Brogan 28-17 Flacco has a great day... Bill Whyte 35-14 Eric told me so...Leza Thornton-21-20, Going against the family Judy Krifka 30-27 This is Jerome Bettis all over fix is in for Ray Lewis Tony Burns 30-24 Ray into the sunset TAR Argenio 24-20 Rams next year Clark Herron 27-24 When are they going to get Todd for halftime? Dave Amico 27-24 You would not beat the Pack Lisa Gillespie 31-10 My brother-in-law made me pick them Bob Bartoli 21-14 Who knows? Kim Roman 24-21 Here we go Phillies Stan Timinski 20-10 This year’s Cinderella team Cindy Timinski 20-10 That must be one heck of a glass slipper Theresa Ryzner 27-24 Too bad RG-3 Robert Todd 24-20 Ray retires with his ring Maria “Cap” Montante 28-21 Go with the underdog Karyn Montigney 21-17 I like that name, Ravens Russell Hryvnak 30-27 Way cooler team colors Kyle Magda 20-19 Yes, that close Stephen Nestorick 23-21 Anquan so strong Boldin Amy Zalewski 23-17 It’s their year
Jordanna Cooke 27-15 They trashed the Patriots so they have my respect Shelbey Colwell 35-16 Name is cooler Ross Stilman 19-7 I don’t care but my best friend is a Ravens fan Nick Tuttle 42-39 Colin is still a rookie and Ray Lewis will remind him of that Cody Bellas 32-30 A safety in overtime Brett Harris 16-14 In a yawner Adhem Zaghloul 30-28 Yep, that’s how you spell it Trish Reznick 25-17 Better eye candy James Wesser 49-41 Flacco makes believers out of everyone Chris Miko 30-26 Defense Corey Davis 28-17 Just plain better Jill Bodek 35-21 Just because Shawn Ravenfire 21-14 Are you kidding? Look at my name Zach Benko 17-10 Good numbers Moe Mullarkey 27-24 I’m psychic Al Kridlo 6-2 And I’m not so sure about the six Ryan Joyce 21-7 Ray Lewis, nuff said Deanna Matthews 27-16 Wish Clay were playing Anne Scheers 30-17 My dad’s name is actually Billy Scheers … as in “the one and only” Shannon Banks 20-16 Take it to the banks Michael Delmonico 22-19 Do you know they sell Delmonico chocolates in Maryland? Casey Martin 28-24 They took out the Patriots Cal Clark 21-12 Best Rush album Matt Galchefski 31-27 Somebody’s gotta win Nicholas Tisdel 27-24 49ers are gonna wish they had Flacco jackets Jason Starks 20-16 Better all around coaching and playing Billy Harrington 34-28 Baltimore is closer Amanda Hamilton 35-21 I just want them to win Ashlynn Elmore 28-21 Because more people like the 49ers EJ Melton 35-27 I’m a Michigan girl. I don’t have a dog in this fight Nick Scatena 21-17 Ray Lewis gets MVP and retires on top
Mickey O’Donovan 28-17 Lewis, Reed Suggs are an unstoppable combo Devaney Wood 35-13 Ray Rice is awesome Alyssa Zekoski 21-14 Ravens have waited a long time Alex Ellsworth 20-17 Ravens have hot wings Jesus Chavez 17-14 Flacco will prove he’s elite Rico Chavez 30-21 Ray Lewis is going to eat someone Brent Robbins 28-17 Get your beer at Sab’s Faith Musinski 21-7 I heart Flacco Dave Amico 35-31 Cause they beat my Packers Matt Marriggi Ravens 27-17 Ray Lewis’ steroids will pay off! Sally Tomaszewski 17 - 14. I like birds, so my “Rave’n” review is Baltimore to fly over San Fran Joseph Coyne V 28 – 24 Let the tailgating begin! Clarice Coyne 23 – 17 Hope there is no “flight” delay! Melanie Fisher 21-13 Betting against my dad since I was 10. He’s a big 49ers fan. Sarah Griffiths 24-21 Because my boyfriend told me Elena DeAngelo 40-25 Nothing wrong with taking a chance Kelsey Petroski 21-14 Because the 49ers suck Josh Lewis 13-10 Ravens are my team Christopher Tigue 27-14 Because a friend told me so Edwin Agosto 20-17 Because I know Matt Montella 21-13 Santa told me Brittany Howells 30-26 Just a gut feeling Jada Bracero 17-14 My daddy told me the 49ers suck Charles Wells 29-16 It’s a Jerry Garcia thing Michael McGann 24-16 I had a vision Scott Wood 42-36 Which would probably mean a really good game Kristeen Kania 37-13 Gold is overrated Aron Wood 26-14 Three words: Edgar. Allan. Poe. Henry O’Hop 47-39 Gotta go with the underdog Hart Lang 49-33 Don’t laugh Jim Striefsky31-21 GO RAVENS! (Actual Ravens fan) Bill Coleman 23-16 Ray Lewis dances his way into retirement. Tony Kolativa 21-13 Go with the winner! Ann Marie Donnora 14-6 Purple birds? Yikes! Joanne Stemmer 21-14 I like this brother better. Marty Swift 34-31 We need to keep the folks busy at Kevin’s, “Home of the $5 Tshirt.” Dawn Licata 34-14 It’s the dawn of a new age Jill Oliver 21-14 49ers Nevermore
See RAVENS, Page 41
80 Years Ago, Our Founder Advertised Martz as the Modern Way to Travel.
Continued from Page 3
ress and bartender at the family restaurant, Marianacci’s, where an autographed Jerry Rice jersey overlooks the bar on Eighth Street in West Wyoming. The restaurant is closed Sundays, so today she’s having some friends over to her apartment for the game. That means she’ll miss the chicken nachos at her father’s party, but she says, “I make a mean guacamole.” Gina predicts the 49ers will win 21-17. “They are 5-0. Every time they go to the Super Bowl they win.”
Raven Continued from Page 3
TONY CALLAIO/FOR THE SUNDAY DISPATCH
and his “Raven” that sits on its perch with a Steelers doll in his claws. Erzar predicts a 28-10 Ravens win. “That losing streak at the end of the season, there were a lot of factors. They are playing excellent now. They’re healthy.”
What Was True in 1933 is True in 2013.
ANNOUNCING – E-TICKETS FOR MARTZ CURBSIDE EXPRESS SERVICE TO NEW YORK CITY! The E-Ticket for Martz Curbside Express Service is the newest way for anyone to travel to New York City. Ticket Purchases are just a click away on your home computer or hand-held device. Round-Trip E-Tickets are just $20.00* and can be purchased online at www.martztrailways.com. Curbside Express Service brings Martz to you, with NYC departure and return-arrival locations that are closer to where you live - Wilkes University, King s College, Misericordia University, and the Wyoming Valley Mall.
FRI. FEB. 8th
CHIXY DIX TOP 40 BAND SAT. FEB. 9th
ALIBI
Curbside Express Service Schedule To NYC: Starting Feb 16 and running every Saturday thru March:
• Misericordia University (Lake St., Dallas) – Leave 7AM • Wilkes University (Marts Center Gymnasium, 274 South Franklin St., Wilkes Barre) – Leave 7:20AM • King s College (corner Union & North Main, Wilkes Barre) – Leave 7:25AM • Wyoming Valley Mall (near Sears) – Leave 7:35AM
Leave NYC, 48th & 6th Avenue, at 7pm and arrive at Wyoming Valley Mall 9:30pm, King s College 9:40pm, Wilkes University 9:45pm, and Misericordia University 10:05pm. *Introductory price subject to change.
FROM PITTSTON
FRI. MAR. 1st
IDOL KINGS
• Sightseeing & Special Events Tours For Groups & Individuals • Group Travel Charter Service • Daily Schedules to NYC, Casinos and Philadelphia
JOURNEY/ MELLONCAMP TRIBUTE
DONATE TO SPCA & BLUE CHIP FARMS ANIMAL RESCUE OAK ST • PITTSTON TWP. 654-1112
www.martzgroup.com Safe, Reliable, Courteous Service Since 1908
PAGE 27
all, it was a team not a town he liked. He has no affinity for the current Browns team, which was created as an expansion team in 1996 to mollify fans outraged over the move. “I hate them,” Erzar said of the Browns. “Right after the Steelers. I love getting on the fans who stayed with the Browns.” One of Erzar’s earliest favorites when he was a Browns fan is Bill Nelsen, the Browns quarterback from 1968 to 1972. Erzar’s all-time favorite Browns player is Greg Pruitt, an All-Pro running back from Oklahoma who had three consecutive 1,000 plus rushing seasons for the Browns from 1976 to 1978. His earliest memory of a specific game is a disappointing one, a loss to the Minnesota Vikings in the 1970 NFL championship game for a spot in Super Bowl IV. As a sportswriter for the Times Leader, Erzar knows something about the game of football. He said the Ravens should make a point of hitting the 49ers quarterback when they can, whether he carries the ball or not. Asked where he will watch the game today, he said, “Somewhere where nobody will bother me.” That “somewhere” is the basement of his home in West Wyoming, where he’ll be decked out in purple from head-to-toe (he even has purple sneakers) with his young son, Thaddeus,
Gina Marianacci holds a copy of the 1989 Dispatch Super sunday issue with her on the cover.
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2013
Family
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 201
PAGE 28
In the towns
‘Scout Sunday’ to be celebrated at St. Mary’s today Growing up as the daughter of one of Avoca’s longest serving Boy Scout leaders and the little sister of my brother, Tom, an Eagle Scout, I learned the value of Scouting from a very early age. For my dad, Jack Borthwick, Scouting was much more than pitching tents and tying knots. For him, it was more like a vocation. He felt a personal responsibility as a good man of God to help make this world better. And I think he did. But it’s not just me who thinks it. It was evidenced by the outpouring of admiration many of his former Scouts shared with me before and after his death. In fact, one man told me that my dad gave his son the childhood he could never give him. If that’s not a testament of making a difference in this world, I don’t know what is. So you see the fact that Scout Sunday is taking place today in churches all across America means a great deal to me. But, more importantly, it should mean a great deal to those of you who were involved with Scouting or have any opportunity to let your child take advantage of it today. To learn more about Scouting and to celebrate Scout Sunday, be sure to see members of Cub and Boy Scout Troop 316 and the Venturing Crews as they participate in the 9:30 a.m. Mass today, Feb. 3 at St. Mary’s Church, 715 Hawthorne St. Scouting will not only give your child a chance to learn good life skills but also learn how to contribute and build
AVOCA
JACKIE BORTHWICK-GALVIN 457-3351 avocahappenings@verizon.net
a more just society. Sanitary Authority rate schedule
The Lackawanna Valley Sanitary Authority 2013 rate schedule is as follows: residential users per unit is $70 per quarter, residential yearly per unit is $280 and the yearly rate is $266 if paid by March 31. With the 10 percent senior citizen discount, the quarterly rate is $63. The senior citizen yearly rate is $238 if paid by March 31. Individuals applying for the senior citizen rate must present a copy of a valid photo ID or driver’s license with their first quarter bill when they submit it either via mail or at the office, Coxton Road, Duryea. Please note the senior citizens’ discount is available to anyone 62 years of age or older, who owns and resides in their home and whose accounts are paid in full. Businesses and tenant-occupied units do not qualify for the discount. Apostles Parish notes
Queen of the Apostles Parish will celebrate the Feast of St. Blaise, the Catholic patron saint of illness, today, Feb. 3. Individuals are invited to receive a traditional throat blessing following the 7, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Masses at St. Mary’s Church, 715 Hawthorne St.
The parish’s First Communion Class will receive its First Penance at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 16 in the church. Queen of the Apostles Parish will have a “Night at the Races” on Saturday, Feb. 23 in St. Mary’s School auditorium, 742 Spring St. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. and races will begin at 7 p.m. Admission is $5 which includes dinner, soda and coffee. This is a B.Y.O.B. event. Horses are $10 each. Racing forms can be obtained at St. Mary’s Church, 715 Hawthorne St., following weekend Masses (Saturdays at 4 p.m. and Sundays at 8, 9:30, and 11 a.m.), by calling the parish office at 457-3412, or at the event. The sponsor of the winning horse will win $50 and does not need to be present to win. Little League sign ups
Avoca/Dupont Little League will have sign-up sessions from 6 to 8 p.m. Feb. 4 to 6 at the upper Avoca Little League field clubhouse, 700 Mill St. Registration fee is $60 per player and $75 for a family of two or more children. Teener baseball fee is $60 per player. A fundraising fee must also be prepaid at the time of registration. Registration is open for the following divisions: tee-ball (4 to 6 years old), coach pitch (7 to 8 years old), minor softball (8 to
10 years old), major softball (10 to 12 years old), minor baseball (8-10 years old), major baseball (10-12 years old), junior teener baseball (13-14 years old) and senior teener baseball (15-16 years old). Players need three proofs of residency, and new players need a copy of their birth certificate. Post 8335 Auxiliary
The Ladies Auxiliary to V.F.W. Post 8335 will meet at 7 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 4 in the post home, 915 Main St. President June Fitzgerald will preside. Betty Lewis and June Fitzgerald will serve as hostesses. Lions Food Bank
The Avoca Lions will have its monthly food bank from 4 to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 7 at the Bethel United Methodist Church, 532 Main St. Volunteers are needed at 1:30 p.m. to unload the truck. Beneficiaries are encouraged to bring boxes. Council meeting
The Avoca Borough Council will have its regular monthly meeting and work session at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 14 in the Avoca Municipal Building, 752 Main St. Council President Joseph Satkowski will preside. Crime Watch meeting
The Avoca Neighborhood Crime Watch will have its monthly meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 19 in the Avoca Municipal Building, 752 Main St. For more information, call Jim at 457-8446 or Ned at 4576109.
Tax reminder
Avoca Tax Collector Therese Wrubel reminds residents the 2013 Luzerne County/Avoca Borough taxes have been mailed. The rebate period ends April 1. The taxes and 2013 garbage stickers can be purchased from Wrubel at the Avoca Municipal Building, 752 Main St. The office will be open from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays and from 5 to 6 p.m. on Fridays. Garbage sticker fee schedule
The fee schedule for purchasing the window garbage sticker in order to have up to three bags collected weekly is as follows: $160 if purchased by Feb. 20, $165 if purchased between Feb.21 and March 20, $175 if purchased between March 21 and April 20, $185 if purchased between April 21 and May 20 and $195 if purchased between May 21 and June 21. Delinquent accounts will be referred to district court after June 21. All Avoca homeowners and renters are obligated to purchase a garbage sticker. Extra stickers for additional bags of garbage may be purchased for $3 each. Residents unable to stop by the municipal building to purchase a garbage sticker can mail a check made payable to Avoca Borough and a self-addressed stamped envelope to Avoca Borough, c/o Therese Wrubel, 129 Factory St., Avoca, PA 18641. For more information, call Wrubel at 457-4891.
Hughestown Borough Council work session Feb. 7 The Hughestown Borough Council work session will be held on Feb. 7 at 7 p.m. with Wayne Quick presiding. Borough residents are reminded that this week will be the last opportunity for Christmas tree collection. Council members extend their sympathies to the Helriegel family and Richie Cook as well as to
HUGHESTOWN NEWS the Eugene Anderson family who lost everything in a devastating fire this past week. The street department reported the salt spreader after receiving repairs, was able to continue salting the roads during the last
weather event.
p.m. during the months of January, February and March at the borough building, 42 Center St. For more information call JoAnne 313-0321 or 457-3761.
Girls softball
Poster contest winners
Hughestown Girls Softball League will hold signups on Sundays from 2 to 4 p.m. and Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:30
Hughestown Lions President Steve Golya, along with the officers and members of the club, announced the winners of the
Peace Poster contest: Grade 6, Brianna Danaher, 1st place; Kyla Klocko, 2nd place, Grade 7, Curtis Stoudt, 1st place and Nicole Mayers, 2nd place. First place winners will each receive $50 and the second place winners $25. The Hughestown Lions Club congratulates the winners for their entries in this contest.
The Dupont Borough zoning officer reminds residents that all types of remodeling projects require permits. Dupont is under the Luzerne County Zoning and building permits are issued through Penn Eastern Engineers, Wilkes-Barre. UCC inspections are required on plumbing, heating, insulation, additions, new home construction, garages, in ground pools, etc. All commercial buildings also require permits from Penn Eastern. Minor permits door replacement, window replacement; etc can be obtained at the borough office. Cost is $25. Fines will be imposed for noncompliance of UCC code inspections. Softball/Teeball signups
Dupont Softball/Teeball signups will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 9 and from noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 10 at the Dupont Municipal Office, 600 Chestnut St. There are no boundary or residency restrictions. Teeball for boys and girls ages 4 to 7 is $25 each player. Softball for girls only ages 7 to 17 is $50 per players with family discount available for softball only. There are no mandatory fundraisers. Call Bob at 881-8744 for more information. Little League signups
Avoca/Dupont Little League signups will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, February 4 to 6 at the upper Avoca Little League field clubhouse. Registration fee is $60 per player and $75 for a family of two or more. Teener baseball fee is $60 each player. A fundraising fee must also be prepaid at time of registration. Registration is open for the following divisions: tee-ball (4-6 years old), coach pitch (7-8), minor softball (8-10), major softball (10-12), minor baseball (8-10), major baseball (10-12), junior teener baseball (13-14) and senior teener baseball (15-16). Players need three proofs of residency and new players need a copy of their birth certificate. Happy birthday
407-0231 dupont.news@comcast.net Sanitary Authority
VFWAuxiliary meeting
Lackawanna Valley Sanitary Authority 2013 Rate Schedule: Residential users per unit is $70; residential yearly rate per unit is $280; yearly rate paid by March 31 is $260; senior citizen discount is $63 per quarter and the senior citizen yearly rate $238 paid by March 31. Senior citizens are reminded that proof of age, photo id or driver’s license, is required with the first quarter bill. Submit either through the mail or at the office on Coxton Road in Duryea. Residents 62 years of age and older who own and reside in the home and accounts are paid in full to date, qualify for a 10 discount on their sewer bill.
The Ladies Auxiliary of VFW Post 4909 will hold its monthly business meeting at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 5 at the post home. Elaine Healey President will preside. Hostesses are Rosemary Dwyer and Elaine Healey.
Hose Co #1 breakfast
The Dupont Volunteer Hose Co #1 will serve its 48th annual breakfast from 7 a.m. to noon on Sunday, March at the Hose Company Home on Main Street. On the all-you-can-eat menu are pancakes, eggs, sausage, coffee, tea and orange juice. Tickets are $8 for adults and $4 for children under 12 years of age. Purchase tickets from any volunteer or at door on the day of the event. As part of this annual fundraiser, there’s a raffle and lottery tree and also match the daily number tickets. The next regular meeting is at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 13 at the company home. Borough basket raffle
Dupont Borough is sponsoring a Valentine Theme Basket Raffle to raise funds for the Dupont Borough Children’s Fund. All proceeds are used for the Children’s Halloween and Christmas parties. The theme basket includes $50 in lottery tickets and is currently on display at the municipal office. Tickets are $1 each and are available at the municipal office. This week tickets are on sale at the Hub One where the Valentine Basket will be on display. Drawing will be held on Valentine’s Day, Feb.14.
Eco-tip
Here is Joey Jones’eco-tip of the week: Use shrink wrap on your windows to help insulate your house. This saves energy! Polish club meeting
The Polish American Citizens Club of Elm Street Dupont, will hold its regular monthly meeting at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Feb.10 at the Club home. Refreshments will be served after the meeting. Sacred Heart meetings
The Sacred Heart Women’s Society will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 5 in the church hall. The Holy Name Society will meet at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 6 in the church hall. Post 4909 dinner-dance
The Dupont VFW Post 4909 Home Association will hold its annual Valentine’s Day Dinner from 7:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 9. The dinner buffet will be served from 7:30 to 8:45 p.m. and the bar will be open from 7:30 p.m. to12:30 a.m. Music will be provided from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. by “Frank and Judy.” Door prizes will be awarded during the evening. Donation is $28 per person and tickets and reservations can be made by contacting Bob Lopata or the VFW at 654-9104 by Friday, Feb. 8. Tax reminder
William Elko, tax collector, announces that the 2013 county and municipal taxes have been issued. If you have not received a tax bill, contact the tax office at 655-6241. Rebate period will be in effect for 60 days. Tax office hours are from 2 to 4 p.m. on Mondays and from 2 to 6 p.m. on Fridays during the rebate period and Mondays only after rebate period. For taxpayers with mort-
gages, forward tax bills to your bank or mortgage company. Service schedule
The Dupont Borough service schedule for the week of Feb. 3: Monday, Feb. 4 - Refuse Tuesday, Feb 5 - Yard waste Wednesday, Feb. 6 – Recycling, mixed papers Bowling results
Magic Circle High Scratch Series Scores: Men’s Division: Ed Wasko, 687; Paul Chmiel, 678; Chris Renfer, 675; Kyle Wagner, 651; John Colarusso, 629; Rich Jr. Aston, 628; Drew Nicholson, 627; Russ Stevens, 625; Wally Zieminski, 620; Harry Nicholson, 607. Women’s Division: Lisa Heck, 409; MaryTheresa Pupa, 407; Courtney McKitish, 387; Ashley Fuller, 304. Universal High Scratch Series Scores: Dale Reese, 749; George Gulla, 720; Edward Collins, 710; Ed Rutledge, 709; Jerry Coggins, 667; Peter Chodnicki, 662; William Elko, 659; Ryan O’Malley, 635; Mike Gotcha, 621; Nicholas Berlinski, 599. Pittston Twp VFW High Scratch Series Scores: Wally Morre, 717; Jack Casper, 633; Joe Sr. Walsh, 617; John Blattner, 609; Rich Russian, 601; Jody Marranca, 598; Lou Constable, 551; Russ Stevens, 550; Frank Solano, 518; J. Spiccioli, 517. Sunday Night Mixed High Scratch Series Scores: Men’s Division: Vito Buzzetta, 622; Francis Pupa, 600; Joe Sr Wruble, 558; Joe Jr Wruble, 544; Russ Stevens, 539. Women’s Division: Marytherea Pupa, 511; MaryLou Fereck, 496; Debbie Stevens, 418; Marianne Argenio, 416; Gracelynn Williamson, 412 Boys Division: Zachary McKitish, 543. Elko’s Bantam/Prep Mixed High Scratch Series Score: Boys Division: Jacob Dobrowalski, 184; Gary Vest, 154; Jimmy Soroka, 145; Zachary Chilson, 140; Aiden Hindmarsh, 139; Alek Chilson, 137; Andrew Adonizio,125; Nicholas Cook, 121; Ryan Peck, 115; Bryan Bryk, 114. Girls Division: Kacie Fisk,
132; Madison Mesaris, 131; Makenzie Kaminski, 114; Sophia Gronka, 89. Elko’s Mixed High Scratch Series Scores: Boys Division: Anthony Zimmerman, 5236; Michael Elko, 501; Evan Elko, 501; Paul Greco, 463; Joey Jones, 457; Justin Coyne, 400; Dominic Falzone, 400; Cody Beers, 388; Dylan Kelly, 384; Zachary garbarino, 356. Girls Division: Samantha Piechota, 399; Gina Kirkpatrick, 356; Hannah Maruhnich, 337; Leah Hodick, 320; Piper Kane, 313; Kiena Vest, 308; Loren Gronka, 267; Janelle Dudek, 233; Halle Gronka, 227. Elko’s Junior/Senior Friday High Scratch Series Scores: Boy’s Division: Zachary McKitish, 705; Peter Kulick, 667; Austin elko, 660; Conrad Chapple, 636; Stephen Yuhas, 617. Girls’ Division: Michelle Grossbauer, 487; Jordan Cegelka, 465; Katie Wynn, 451; Danielle Zydko, 391; Sara Likowich, 378. Elko’s Prep Boys High Scratch Series Scores: Jeremy Lavelle, 401; Ozzie Dobrowalski, 391; Tyler Granahan, 377; Zachary Elko, 370; Martin Kuna, 366; Marc Piechota, 352; Anthony DePascale, 348; Tyler Cegelka, 328; Connor Morris, 325; Nicolas Aschenback, 282. Warehouse Mixed League High Scratch Series Scores: Men’s Division: John Borgia, 742; Matt Charney, 728; Ed Cologie, 709; Travis Doty, 707; Jim Golden, 703 Women’s Division: Michelle Bukofski, 363.. American High Scratch Series Scores: Pete Latona, 750; Mark Kulick, 749; Dave Kern, 698; Tom Spurlin, 689; Francis Puap, 684; Gary Jr, Magdon, 655; Al Jr. Magdon, 655; Al Jr. Cannarella, 647; Chris Kasa, 642; John Grohowski, 641; Joe Liscoski, 638. National High Scratch Series Scores: Allyn Jr. Ferretti, 809; Dale Reese, 702; Jerry Coggins, 695; John Kulick, 677; Mark Kulick, 665; Joe Burns, 648; Edward Collins, 633; Keith Weinschenk, 614; Chris Yonki, 591; Lisa Menichini, 574.
PAGE 29
Happy belated birthday to Marcia Tomaszewski, who celebrated her special day on Jan. 31.
DUPONT ANN MARIE PADDOCK
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2013
Remodeling permit requirement reminder
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 201
PAGE 30
Nativity Women’s Society membership drive slated Have any of you ladies made a New Year’s resolution to become more involved in helping others? If you have (or even if you haven’t), there is a new women’s group in town that is perfect for you. The newly-formed Nativity Parish Women’s Society is having a membership drive this month. The main mission of this group is to seek and assist individuals in need. Those people include the homebound, people living in retirement centers or nursing homes or any other person experiencing difficulty. As the group members assist these individuals, they also strive to make their day a little brighter and to let them know someone is thinking about them. The society meets monthly, but it is not mandatory to attend the meetings. All members will be informed of the group’s activities via the parish bulletin and bulletin board. Dues are $10 per year. The society has recently conducted several successful community service projects, including assembling and distributing “Thinking of You” Christmas packages for needy individuals and a food drive for the local SPCA. The group is currently conducting a drive to purchase oxygen masks to be used on dogs and cats for local fire and rescue units. Because many fire departments lack these apparatus, they are unable to help pets if they become overcome by smoke due to a lack of oxygen. With these masks, which cost $68 each, pets will have an increased chance of survival. Monetary donations can be made by placing them in the large containers in the back of Holy Rosary Church, 125 Stephenson St., or Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, 529 Stephenson St. Donations can also be placed in the collection basket at any of the weekend Masses, mailed to Holy Rosary Church or placed in the collection containers at Main Street business’ My Sister’s Kitchen or the Family Prescription Counter. For more information about this project or joining this new group, call Denise Decker, president at 457-5420 or 677-7820; Michelle Piontek, vice president at 498-9442; or Beverly Dulny,
DURYEA
JACKIE BORTHWICK-GALVIN 457-3351
Happy birthday
Happy birthday to Ruth Pernot who celebrated her special day on Jan. 29. PNCC Candlemas Day
St. Mary’s Polish National Catholic Church will celebrate Candlemas Day and the Feast of St. Blaise, the Catholic patron saint of illness, at 9:30 a.m. today, Feb. 3 at the church, 200 Stephenson St. In observance of Candlemas Day, which was Feb. 2, candles will be blessed at the beginning of Mass. Individuals are invited to bring candles which they can use for prayer or in their home. In deference to the Feast of St. Blaise, individuals may get their throats blessed at the end of Mass. Pack 375 news
Duryea Cub Scout Pack 375 will have its annual “Scouting for Food” program today, Feb. 3 following Masses at Nativity of Our Lord Parish. In conjunction with this event, the Religious Medal Mass will take place at 9:30 a.m. today, Feb. 3 at Holy Rosary Church, 125 Stephenson St. The Pack will participate in a guided tour of the Newswatch 16 weather station with the station’s chief meteorologist Tom Clark on Thursday, Feb. 7. Scouts will meet at 6:30 p.m. under the blue awning at the TV station and must wear their full dress uniform. Derby Day will take place on Sunday, Feb. 17 in the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church hall. Registration is at 12:30 p.m. and the Pinewood and Regatta Races begin at 1 p.m. Sewer Authority meeting
The Duryea Borough Sewer Authority will meet at 7 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 4 at the Duryea Municipal Building, 315 Main St. Delinquent notices have been mailed. Any owner who has not paid their bill will be placed on the water shut off list. The dead-
Pancake breakfast
The members of the Excelsior Hose Co. No. 2 will have their regular monthly meeting at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 7 at the hose company, 798 Foote Ave. The 2013 officers will be sworn in at this time.
The Germania Hose Company will have its annual pancake breakfast buffet from 7 a.m. to noon on Sunday, Feb. 17 at the hose company, 430 Foote Ave. The menu includes homemade pancakes, sausage, ham, home fries, eggs, rolls, coffee and a choice of juice. Tickets, which can be purchased at the door or from any hose company member, are $9 for adults and $6 for children. All proceeds will benefit the hose company’s building fund. For more information, call 457-4160.
Legion Sons pizza sale
Penguins fund raiser
duryeahappenings@verizon.net
secretary/treasurer at 457-3158. Betty Minchak is the spiritual moderator for the group.
The reservation is for 7 p.m.
line for payment is Feb. 12. For more information, call 457-0122 between 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. or 1 to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. Excelsior Hose Co.
While living next to the “Pizza Capital of the World” makes finding a delicious dinner quite easy, there is an even simpler way to find it on Saturday and it will help a community group right here in town, too. The Sons of the American Legion, Squadron 585, (S.A.L.s) will have a pizza sale from 3 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 9 at the Brennan Regan post home, 329 Main St. The cost is $12 for a tray of red, $15 for a tray of tomato and garlic and $15 for a tray of broccoli. Extra toppings are available for the red pizza for a nominal fee. Pre-ordering is required. To place your order, call the post home at 457-4242 between 11 a.m. and midnight. The S.A.L.s will have their monthly meeting at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 10 at the Brennan Regan post home, 329 Main St. Plans will be discussed for the upcoming boat raffle and chicken barbecue dinner. Post 585 Auxiliary meeting
Members of the American Legion Auxiliary to Brennan Regan Post 585 will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 12 at the post home, 329 Main St. The auxiliary will have its annual dinner on Tuesday, Feb. 19 at Valenti’s Restaurant, Exeter. Any member interested in attending may sign up at the post home by Feb. 12. This year the ladies are responsible for paying for their own meal and the auxiliary will provide the gratuity. Attendees will meet at the post home at 6:30 p.m. the day of the dinner.
The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins hockey team will have a fundraiser for Tracey’s Hope Hospice Care Program and Rescue for Domestic Animals, Inc., Duryea, on Saturday, Feb. 23 when the Penguins faceoff against the Connecticut Whales at the Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza, Wilkes-Barre Twp. Game time is at 7 p.m. The first 5,000 fans will receive Penguins dog tags in honor of Military Appreciation Night. Tickets, which are $21 each, include seating in the red zone and a Penguins hat. They can be purchased by calling Nicole at 466-7930 or by e-mailing Miataniki@gmail.com. A portion of ticket purchases will be donated to Tracey’s Hope. Register events
Residents and organizations planning events in Duryea Borough are asked to register the date of the event with Mayor
Keith Moss in order for it to be included on the borough’s community calendar. To register, call 457-6120 ext. 4 and leave a message with details about the event. Garbage stickers
The 2013 Duryea Borough garbage stickers are on sale now. The price of the stickers remains the same as last year. Stickers can be purchased from 7 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Duryea Municipal Building, 315 Main St. Stickers can also be purchased from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings at the municipal building. Prices of the garbage stickers are one bag, $80; two bags, $135; three bags, $175; and four bags, $215. Residents are asked to remove their old garbage sticker when they place their new one in the window. Sanitary Authority
The Lackawanna Valley Sanitary Authority 2013 rate schedule is as follows: residential users per unit is $70 per quarter, residential yearly per unit is $280 and the yearly rate is $266 if paid by March 31. With the 10 percent senior citizen discount, the quarterly rate is $63. The senior citizen yearly rate is $238 if paid by March 31. Individuals applying for the senior citizen rate must present a copy of a valid photo ID or driver’s license with their first quarter bill when they submit it either via mail or at the office, Coxton Road, Duryea.
REHOSKI’S MARKET 201 Foote Avenue, Duryea FREE DELIVERY! CALL 457-8881
OPEN DAILY: 6 a.m.-7 p.m. • Saturday & Sunday ‘til 5 p.m.
Bottom Round Roast ............................. $2.99 Rump Roast .......................................... $2.99 Eye Round Roast ................................... $3.99 Lean Stewing Beef ................................ $3.59 Eye Round Steak ................................... $4.59 Smoked Bacon...................................... $4.99 Fresh & Smoked Kielbasi
DELI
lb. lb. lb. lb. lb. lb.
Hatfield Cooked Ham ........................... $4.99 lb. Hard Salami.......................................... $4.99 lb. Cooper Cheese ..................................... $4.99 lb.
You don’t need to go to New Orleans for a good time. St. Barbara’s Mardi Gras celebration will be held from 7 to 11 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 9 at the church hall. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Cost of the dinner buffet is $25 per person. Food will be catered by Maranacci’s Restaurant and DJ Mike Arcarese will provide the music, so get ready to do the Mardi Gras Mambo! This is an over 21 BYOB event. Coffee and soda are included with dinner. Tickets are on sale at the rectory after each Mass or by calling Loretta Semenza at 654-0936 or Barbara Russo at 654-8670. Tables will be reserved for groups of eight or 10. Deadline for reservations is Monday, Feb.4. Financial aid classes
Wyoming Area is offering a FAFSA Financial Aid hands on computer course on Wednesday, Feb. 13 in the high school computer lab for senior parents, preferably those applying for financial aid the first time. The FAFSA application will be utilized during this program. Linda Pacewicz, the Northeast Region: Higher Education Access Partner for FAFSA, will conduct the class. Those in attendance will be able to work on the actual FAFSA form for this year. Senior parents who already signed up will be contacted as a reminder. There are still a few more seats available for this class. Any parents interested in attending may call Mrs. Rabel at 655-2836, ext. 2339. Kiwanis Mardi Gras Party
287-3349 ecipriani@comcast.net
used to continue the Kiwanis programs of service to children in the community and support the costs of our Youth leadership programs; Key Club, Builders Club and KKids.
are to be cleared within 24 hours after the completion of a snowstorm. Failure to comply will result in the issuance of a citation, punishable by a fine at the district magistrate
Cosmopolitan Seniors
WA scholarship program
The Cosmopolitan Seniors next meeting will be at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 5 in St. Anthony Center, Exeter. Hosts/hostesses are Aggie Abromavage, Maureen Gosart, Ron Gosart, Johanna Malinowski and Vic Malinowski. The previous meeting was attended by 45 members. After the call to order by President Malinowski, Vice President Joe Kleback led the group in prayer, Pledge of Allegiance and a patriotic song. Secretary Terri Mislan read the minutes, Treasurer Amy Alpaugh gave the treasurers report. . After the meeting, the group enjoyed refreshments and Bingo was played. Fifty/fifty winners were Aggie Abromavage, Rosalie Ferarra, Rosemary Golenski, Maureen Gosart and Kathy Loucks. Amy Alpaugh won the Bingo special game and the jackpot winner was Rosalie Ferarra. Travel coordinator Johanna is accepting reservations for a trip to Sands Casino on Thursday, Feb. 14 with pickups in Exeter and Pittston. Non-members are welcome. Details can be obtained from Johanna at 6552720.
Wyoming Area High School announces the addition of seven new scholarships to its website this year. In the past four years, 23 new scholarships have been added to the already generous list. Through the generosity of families memorializing their loved ones, businesses, civic groups and individuals, these new scholarships are available. Seniors and their parents are urged to visit the scholarship website by logging onto wyomingarea.org and clicking on Guidance Department Scholarships to view all the scholarships available. Other important information regarding how to apply, to view the application which may be used for all the scholarships found on this website, requirements for each scholarship and other important information is contained on this website. Deadline for handing in completed applications to Mrs. Rabel in the guidance office is Wednesday, Feb.13. The Scholarship Celebration will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 23 in the high school cafeteria. Invitations will be issued in late April.
Snow emergency notes
The Exeter Borough Police Department reminds residents that, in the event of a snow emergency, all residents have 30 minutes to remove vehicles on both sides of Wyoming Avenue. In the event vehicles are not removed, they will be cited, along with being towed at the owner’s expense as per ordinance. All residents shall be aware that, once a significant amount of snow is forecasted, this procedure will be placed in effect. The Exeter Borough Police Department reminds businesses and residents that all sidewalks
Lenten food sale
The Exeter Borough Hose Co. #1, 1450 Susquehanna Ave., will sell potato pancakes, pierogies and haluski at 4 p.m. on Ash Wednesday, Feb.13 and every Friday during Lent. Good Friday sales will begin at noon. To place an order, call 602-039 WA Night at the Races
The Wyoming Area High School Class of 2013 Night at the Races is Saturday, Feb. 16 at St. Barbara’s Center. Parent volunteers are needed. Information on selling horses, gift basket donations and food donations was sent home this week with each senior. For more information,
call Mary at 885-2472 or Gina at 332-7817. The next meeting of the committee will be at 7 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 28 in Room164. Little League sign ups
The Exeter Lions Little League will hold signups for the 2013 season on the following dates: Saturday, Feb. 9 - noon to 2:30 p.m.; Saturday, Feb. 23 noon to 2:30 p.m. and Sunday, Feb. 24 - noon to 2:30 p.m. at the Scout Home on Lincoln Street behind the Exeter Borough Building. Each player needs a copy of his or her birth certificate and three proofs of current residency. Registration fees are as follows: Little League Baseball & Softball - $50 per player ($20 each additional player in family) plus $50 for lottery ticket fundraiser; Jr and Sr League Baseball - $100 per player plus $50 for lottery ticket fundraiser. For more information, email Jaime Hizynski at jaimehizynski@gmail.com Recycling, refuse reminder
Exeter residents may pick up a 2013 recycling calendar at the following businesses along Wyoming Avenue: Turkey Hill, Uni Mart, Sabatini’s Pizza, Modern Market and Donut Connection. The calendar can also be picked up any time in the white mailbox to the right of the front door at the Exeter Borough Building, 1101 Wyoming Ave. Exeter 2013 refuse stickers are now on sale at the borough building, 1101 Wyoming Ave. The price is $150 and $110 for senior citizens until Feb. 28. From March 1 to 31, the price will be $180 and $130 for senior citizens. Starting in April, stickers will be in the penalty phase and will cost $250 for everyone. For more information, call Lynda at 654-3001, ext 2 between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. The borough office is open until 7 p.m. on Wednesdays. Payment can also be made by mail. Send a self-addressed stamped envelope with a check or money order to Refuse, 1101 Wyoming Ave, Exeter. Pa 18643. Make checks or money orders payable to Exeter Borough. JFK Vera Bradley Bingo
The JFK Elementary School in the Wyoming Area School
District is holding a Vera Bradley Bingo Fundraiser at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Feb.10 (doors open at 1 p.m.) in the Wyoming Area Secondary Center cafeteria, 20 Memorial St., Exeter. Tickets are $20 and will be available at the door but seating is limited. To purchase tickets in advance, make check payable to JFK PTO and send to 50 Penn Ave., Exeter PA 18643, Attn.: Bingo. Include name, address, phone and e-mail address. For more information, call 362-1680. St Barbara’s Parish
St Barbara Christian Women’s Organization will hold its monthly meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 12 at the church hall. Upcoming events will be discussed. Anyone needing individual financial statement for tax purposes please may call the rectory at 654-2103. The Golden Age Club will hold its Valentine Party at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 7 in the parish center. Hostesses are Lena Seman, Rose Shurmanek and Ronnie Spliethoff. Couples celebrating their 25th or 50th year of marriage are invited to participate in the Diocese of Scranton’s Wedding Anniversary Celebration scheduled for June 16. Eligible couples should call the rectory by Feb. 8. The Most Rev. Joseph C. Bambera, D.D., J.C.L., Bishop of Scranton, will celebrate the 2:30 p.m. Mass on June 16 in St. Peter’s Cathedral, Scranton, where couples will renew their vows. Following Mass, a reception will be held for the couples at the former Holy Cross High School. Plans continue for the special student 10:30 a.m. Mass on Feb. 24. Teachers will walk children from the Parish Center to the church. Students will serve as readers, gift bearers and will sing. Classes will sit together. The seventh and eighth-grade retreat will be held from 3 to 7 p.m. on May 17. First Reconciliation will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 16 in St. Anthony’s Church. Parents are asked to attend. A meeting for parents of second-graders (including those who attend parochial schools) is scheduled for 9:15 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 10 in the Parish Center.
PAGE 31
Members of the Wyoming Area Kiwanis Club completed arrangements for their fifth annual Mardi Gras Party from 7 to 11 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 9 at Gober’s Deco Lounge, Wyoming Avenue and Schooley Street, Exeter. There is entertainment by CNR and a Cajun buffet. Beer and soft drinks are included in the $20 cost. Basket raffles and games will be held and prizes awarded throughout the night. Tickets can be purchased from any member of the Kiwanis Club or at Gober’s Deco Lounge. Tickets will be limited to 100 people and will surely sell out. Kiwanis Secretary Tiffany Calliao said funds raised will be
EXETER EILEEN CIPRIANI
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2013
St. Barbara’s Mardi Gras promises good time
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 201
PAGE 32
Cherry Blossom Festival set for May 4, 5 The West Pittston Cherry Blossom Committee announces this year’s festival will be held the weekend of May 4 and 5. The next meeting for the Cherry Blossom committee will be held at 7 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 10 at the Corpus Christi School building, 605 Luzerne Ave. Snow and ice removal
Bill O’Donnell, West Pittston’s Code & Zoning Officer and Floodplain Administrator, has released a statement regarding sidewalk maintenance. According to ordinance 149-44 of the borough code, “the owner, occupant or tenant and/or every person in charge or control of any building or of every property fronting upon or alongside of any of the streets in the Borough of West Pittston is hereby required to remove or cause to be removed from all the sidewalks in front of or alongside of such building or property all snow and ice thereon fallen or formed within twenty-four (24) hours after the same shall have ceased to fall or to be fallen or formed shall otherwise make and maintain said sidewalks reasonably safe for travel.”
WEST PITTSTON Tony Callaio 654-5358 tonyc150@verizon.net In other words, make sure you per person. clean your sidewalks after a DJ Mike Arcarese will provide snow or ice storm within 24 the music. Tables can be rehours of the storm. served for groups of 8 or 10. Call Loretta at 654-0936 or Barbara Night at the Races at 654-8670 to reserve a table. Corpus Christi’s annual Night Tickets are sold after all weekat the Races will be held on Sat- end Masses at both churches or urday, Feb. 9 at Immaculate Con- at St. Barbara’s rectory at 654ception Church Hall. Post time is 2103. Deadline to purchase tick7 p.m. with doors opening at 6 ets is Monday, Feb. 4. p.m. Admission is $5 that inBingo at JFK cludes food and refreshments. For more information, call the The JFK Elementary School rectory at 654-2753. in the Wyoming Area School District is holding a Vera Bradley Bingo Fundraiser at 2 p.m. Mardi Gras celebration on Sunday, Feb.10 (doors open at St. Barbara’s Parish is having a 1 p.m.) in the Wyoming Area Mardi Gras Celebration from 7 Secondary Center cafeteria, 20 to 11 pm. on Saturday, Feb. 9 at Memorial St., Exeter. the parish center. Doors will Tickets are $20 and will be open at 6:30 p.m. A dinner buffet available at the door but seating catered by Marianacci’s Restau- is limited. rant will be served. Dinner also To purchase tickets in adincludes coffee, soda and home- vance, make check payable to made desserts. This is a B.Y.O.B. JFK PTO and send to 50 Penn event; no one under 21 years of Ave., Exeter PA 18643, ATTN: age will be admitted. Cost is $25 BINGO. Include name, address,
phone and e-mail address. For more information, call 3621680. Night at the Races
The Wyoming Area Class of 2013 Night at the Races will be held Saturday, Feb. 16 at St. Barbara’s Center. Parent volunteers are needed. Phone calls will be made for gift basket donations, food donations, etc. For more information, call Mary at 885-2472 or Gina at 332-7817. Little League practice
For all West Pittston age eligible players (10 years old prior to May 1, 2013) moving up to major leagues, conditioning and practice for the upcoming major league tryouts in March. Practice will be held from 4:30 to6:30 p.m. every Thursday . at the Little League indoor facility. Little League sign-ups
The West Pittston Little League announces the following registration dates for the upcoming 2013 Little League season for T-Ball to Major League, and Junior/Senior League divisions.
Wednesday, Feb. 6 - 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 9 - 9 a.m. to noon . Sunday, Feb. 10 - 1 to 4 p.m. These will be the only sign-up dates for the 2013 season. Registrations will take place on the second floor of the West Pittston Little League field house located off Sixth Street. Cheer, dance workshops
West Pittston native and resident Lauren Timek, a professional cheerleader with the New York Jets, will conduct a nineweek cheer and dance workshop through March 30 at the Downtown Arts center, Wilkes-Barre. Registration fee is $125. For a schedule of classes and more information, contact Gina Malsky at 332-7817. Birthday notes
Celebrating this week: Paula Gardner-Cecil, Feb. 4; Maria Jiunta Heck, Toni Joy Granteed, Feb. 5; Shirley Chairge, Amy and Julie Mikolaichik, Feb. 6; Christine Hastie, Jasmine Fusco, Feb. 9; Stephen J. Sokach, Feb. 3; and belated birthday to Dr. Mary Beth Sokach, Feb. 1.
W YO M I N G A R E A S C H O O L D I ST R I C T
Early dismissal, parent-teacher meeetings set Feb. 5 Raymond J. Bernardi, Superintendent, Wyoming Area School District, announced there will be an early dismissal on Tuesday, Feb. 5, with Secondary Center students dismissed at 11:02 a.m. and elementary students at 12 p.m. Report card distribution and parent/teacher conferences will be held on the afternoon of Feb. 5. Parents and guardians may pick up student report cards on Feb 5 at the Secondary Center between the hours of 11:40 a.m. and 2:29 p.m. Elementary schools will have pick up from 12:40 p.m. to 3:20 p.m. Teachers will be available during the afternoon for conferences. Administrators will be present for report card distribution on Wednesday, Feb. 6 from 6 to 8 p.m. Teachers will not be present
during evening hours on Feb. 6. If special arrangements or more information is needed, contact the building principals Vito Quaglia, Secondary Center 6552836; Robert Kaluzavich, Montgomery Avenue/SJD 654-1404 or 388-6527; Jon Pollard JFK/ Tenth Street 655-2146 or 6931914. Per district policy, parents must pick up report cards. No report cards will be sent home with students. All parents are encouraged to meet and conference with their child’s teacher(s) on Tuesday, Feb. 5. The above schedule is for all schools in the Wyoming Area School District. Financial aid session
Wyoming Area is offering a FAFSA financial aid hands on computer course on Wednesday, Feb. 13 in the high school com-
puter lab for senior parents, preferably those applying for financial aid the first time. The FAFSA application will be utilized during this program. Linda Pacewicz, the Northeast Region: Higher Education Access Partner for FAFSA, will conduct the class. Those in attendance will be able to work on the actual FAFSA form for this year. Senior parents who already signed up will be contacted as a reminder. There are still a few more seats available for this class. Any parents interested in attending can call Mrs. Rabel at 570-655-2836 X 2339 to add your name to the list. A committee member will call you with your reservation. Drama Club Parents
The Wyoming Area Drama Club Parents Association will
meet on Wednesday, Feb. 6, at 7 p.m. in the library at the Secondary Center. Plans will be discussed for the upcoming spring production of “Seussical, The Musical.” 10th Street Elementary
The PTO announced: · Gertrude Hawk Sale – Pick up at the March 7 PTO meeting. · March Penguins Night – Friday –March 29. The $23 ticket includes seats in the red zone (best seats),1 hotdog, 1 soda, 1 bag of chips and 1 hat. Forms will be sent home in March. · Smencils and Hats – sold on Tuesdays - $1.00 smencils - $10 hats · The Talent Show will be on Feb 28. · Register your grocery store card online to help benefit Tenth Street for Price Chopper (http://
www2.pricechopper.com/toolsforschools/).School Code is 17322. · Keep collecting Box Tops and Campbell’s Soup Labels and send them in with your child. Please separate them since two different people collect. · Collector of Photos is Melissa Pealer – Photos of Field Trips, etc can be put on a disk and dropped off at the school or mailed to Melissa@8thstreetadv.com. · Field Trips will be announced at the next PTO Meeting on Thursday, Feb. 7. · The next 10th Street PTO Meeting will be on Thursday, Feb. 7, at 7 p.m. in the school cafe. A Chinese Auction will be held at this meeting. Contact Lesley Ratchford if you would like to donate anything for the Chinese Auction.
The St. Monica’s Parish Night at the Races is Friday, Feb. 8 with MAGIC 93’s Frankie Warren as master of ceremonies. Doors open at 5:45 p.m. and post time 7 p.m. Admission is $10 and tickets may be purchased before and after all Masses today. Complimentary food, beverages come with the admission ticket. A horse purchase is $10. Give your horse a winning name. Contact Tom Tomsak at 2372188 with any questions. You don’t have to be present to win any of the prizes. Receive a $50 cash prize if your horse wins the race. There will also be a Chinese auction of gift baskets. Contact Donna at 333-5353 or Mary at 696-3359.
Sanitation stickers
Garbage stickers for 2013 are now on sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Wyoming Municipal Building. Full-year stickers are $200 and $190 for seniors. Stickers may be purchased through two payments, each for half a year. Garbage stickers may also be purchased through the mail by sending a self-addressed/stamped envelope to Wyoming Borough, 277 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming, PA 18644. The sticker fee includes garbage pickup, curb-side recycling collection and seasonal yard waste removal. A monthly bulk item pickup is also offered at $5 per item (limited to one per month.) Little League
EILEEN CIPRIANI 287-3349 ecipriani@comcast.net baked, baked and chicken wing Financial aid classes pizza. For pre-orders, call 954Wyoming Area is offering a 4531. The hose company will FAFSA Financial Aid hands on host a ziti dinner from 4 to 7 p.m. computer course on Wednesday, on Saturday, Feb. 9. Tickets are Feb.13 in the high school computer lab for senior parents, pref- $8 for adults and $5 for children erably those applying for Finan- for eat-in or take-out. Tickets are cial Aid the first time. The FAF- available at door or from any SA application will be utilized member. during this program. Linda Pacewicz, the Northeast Region: Scholarship program Wyoming Area High School Higher Education Access Partner for FAFSA, will conduct the announces the addition of seven class. Those in attendance will new scholarships to its website be able to work on the actual this year. In the past four years, 23 new scholarships have been FAFSA form for this year. Senior parents who already added to the already generous signed up will be contacted as a list. Through the generosity of reminder. There are still a few families memorializing their seats available for this class. Any loved ones, businesses, civic parents interested in attending groups and individuals these may call Mrs. Rabel at 655- new scholarships are available. Seniors and their parents are 2836, ext. 2339. urged to visit the scholarship website by logging onto on wyoSenior citizens mingarea.org and clicking on The Wyoming/ West WyomGuidance Department Scholaring Seniors will meet at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 5 in St. ships to view all the scholarships Monica’s meeting room. Frank available. Other important inforPerfinski will conduct the meet- mation regarding how to apply, ing. Servers are Betty O’Hara, to view the application which Sam and Mickey DeSalvo. may be used for all the scholarBirthdays for January were Ma- ships found on this web site, rerion Pocceschi, An Kosloski and quirements for each scholarship Theresa Alexander. Fifty-Fifty and other important information winners were Helen Ostrowski, is contained on this website. The deadline for handing in Angie Mastruzzo and Charmain Potenza. Jackpot winner was completed applications to Mrs. Mary Matani. Eugene Stanczak, Rabel in the guidance office is the newest member was wel- Wednesday, Feb. 13. The Scholarship Celebration will be held at comed to the club. 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 23 Dues will be collected. Memin the high school cafeteria. Inbers are reminded to bring in can goods and non-perishable items. vitations will be issued in late After the short meeting, there April/e will be refreshments and Bingo St. Monica’s notes will be played. St. Joseph’s Cemetery, St. Monica’s Parish, West Wyoming PTO meeting The next 10th Street PTO has plots available. Have you meeting will be held at 7 p.m. on made your arrangements? Call Thursday, Feb. 7 in the school the parish office (693-1991) for cafe. A Chinese Auction will be more information. Appointments for class schedheld. Contact Lesley Ratchford uling for new Holy Redeemer if you would like to donate anyHigh School students for the thing for the Chinese Auction. 2013-2014 school year will be Super Bowl pizza sale held from 3 to 6 p.m. from Feb. West Wyoming Hose Co 4-7. Call Holy Redeemer High #1will hold a Super Bowl Pizza School Guidance Department at sale from noon to 4 p.m. today 829-2424 to schedule an apSunday, Feb 3, featuring un- pointment.
St. Barbara’s Mardi Gras
St. Barbara’s Parish is having a Mardi Gras Celebration from 7 to 11 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 9 at the parish center. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. A dinner buffet catered by Marianacci’s restaurant will be served. Dinner also includes coffee, soda and homemade desserts. This is a B.Y.O.B. event; no one under 21 years of age will be admitted. DJ Mike Arcarese will provide the music. Cost is $25 per person. Tables can be reserved for groups of 8 or 10. Call Loretta at 654-0936 or Barbara at 654-8670 to reserve a table. Tickets are sold after all weekend Masses at both churches or at St. Barbara’s rectory. Deadline to purchase is Monday, Feb. 4. WA senior parents
Wyoming Area High School Class of 2013 Night at the Races is Saturday, Feb. 16 at St. Barbara’s Center. Parent volunteers are needed. Information on selling horses, gift basket donations and food donations was sent home this week with each senior. For more information, call Mary at 885-2472 or Gina at 332-7817. Library news
Take a chance on a blind date book. During the month of February, patrons can check out a gift wrapped book (using their library card) from the blind date table. You never know what you’ll find under the wrapping. Patrons will have the chance to rate the book and have their “date” posted at the library and on our Facebook page. Call 6931364 if you have any questions. The Wyoming Free Library is
starting a LEGO Club for children ages ages 6 to 12 (siblings welcome). The club will meet from 11 a.m. to noon on the first Saturday of every month, beginning March 2. Snacks will be provided and there will be local celebrity “brick builders” each Saturday. There will be occasional contests and prizes will be given out to the winners. LEGO building bricks will be provided but children can bring their own. A trip to the LEGO store and other attractions in New York City on the Martz Trailways Shoppers Special bus is planned for Saturday, May 11. Each person will be responsible for their own ticket and at least one adult must accompany each child. Tickets for the trip should be purchased well in advance at the Martz Bus Station in WilkesBarre. Call the library at 693-1364 to register for the LEGO Club. The library is looking for donations of LEGO building blocks, used or new. Donations can be dropped off at the library at 358 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming PA 18644 The library is in the process of creating a newsletter. If you would like to be on the e-mail list to receive it, send an e-mail to jroberts@osterhout.lib.pa.us. Copies of the newsletter will be available at the library. The library winter pre-school story time will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursdays. Call 693-1364 to register. The Friends have launched a brand new web-based store on Etsy.com. You can buy unique handcrafted items such as cat toys and sachets as well as pillows, pet coats, doll clothes and other crafts for the holidays. Go to The Crafty Ant store on Etsy.com. All proceeds benefit the Wyoming Free Library. The Junior Friends of the Library is an exciting new program for children third through sixth grades. It gives children the opportunity to volunteer at the library. The group meets at 11 a.m. on the third Saturday of each month for the book club followed by lunch and meeting at noon. Their first activity will be to sponsor an art exhibition during National Library Week in April. Call the library at 6931364 to sign up.
PAGE 33
Wyoming/West Wyoming Little League registration will be held from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 7; from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Feb. 9; and from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 12 at the Stites Street Fire Hall. The registration fee for tee ball through major baseball and softball is $70 per player and $95 per family. The fee for junior/senior baseball and softball is $100 per player with no family rate. Fundraisers will be distributed at registration. All players must provide proof of residency and new players must provide a copy of his or her birth certificate. Any child turning four prior to May 1, 2013 is eligible to play tee ball this coming season.
WYOMING NEWS
The food collection for the Greater Pittston Food Pantry is an ongoing gift. Please continue to bring non-perishable items to church and place in the containers at both entrances. Grow in your understanding of the Catholic Faith with Books and CD’s from Lighthouse Discipleship. The CDs are available from Lighthouse on the wall in the hall. Some suggestions are “Seven Pillars of Catholic Spirituality” by Matthew Kelly, “Catholic Teaching on Marriage and Annulment” by Bishop Joseph Perry, “Faith” by Peter Kreeft and many others. A donation of $3 for the CD’s is asked.
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2013
St. Monica’s Night at the Races set for Friday
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 201
PAGE 34
Sports GIRLS BASKETBALL
PA girls catch Mountaineers at the top By beating Hazleton and Dallas, the Lady Patriots are tied for first a force on defense with a whopping 13 blocks and 15 rebounds. The Lady Patriots went In the third quarter on into the week in third consecutive possessions place in The Wyoming Hopkins took two defenValley Conference Divi- sive rebounds and ran the sion 1 and came out tied ball up the middle of the for first place. floor feeding passes to They climbed to the Barber building the PA top by beating Hazleton lead back to eight, 34-26. 58-54 in overtime on Dallas fought back to Monday and Dallas, who within two on 3-pointers went into the by Samantha game 8-1, 54- Barber, a sophoMissal and Jess 46 on Thurs- more, scored a Hiscox, but day. Barber got the The Patriots game-high 16. last two of the trailed once at Hopkins, the quarter weaving Dallas on team’s leading through three Thursday, 2-0, scorer, scored a defenders for a in the opening season-low 12, but lay up to end minute. Eastin the quarter with Ashby tied it she was a force on PA up 38-34. 2-2 with a defense with a PA had the jump shot, her whopping 13 opening possesfirst two of a blocks and 15 sion of the season-high fourth and im15, on an in- rebounds. mediately go bound play the ball into the fueling a 12-2 run that left corner to Liz Walseki had PA up by eight, 12-4 who caught-and-shot for with two minutes left in three to make it 41-34. the opening quarter. Dallas had one last run In the second Dallas in them. A 3-pointer by cut the lead to three by Hiscox, a jumper by Ka22-19 on two free throws ty Comitz, and a drive by by Talia Szatkowski, af- Szatkowski made it 41-40 ter PA had gone up 22-17 with 5:36 left in the on a basket by Barber off fourth. a sweet pass in traffic After a PA time out, from Hopkins. Ashby hit a baseline runBarber, a sophomore, ner and was fouled. She scored a game-high 16. made the free throw for a Hopkins, the team’s lead- 44-40 lead with 5:17 left. ing scorer, scored a season-low 12, but she was See GIRLS, Page 35 By JACK SMILES
jsmiles@psdispatch.com
BILL TARUTIS/FOR THE SUNDAY DISPATCH
Pittston Area guard Eastin Ashby dribbles on the baseline in Thursday's game versus Dallas Area. Ashby scored personal best 15 points as the Patriots won to claim a share of first place in the WVC D-I.
Continued from Page 34
Dallas got it back to two, 44-42, but a basket by Jackie Rabender started a 8-0 PA run culminating on two free throws by Ashby with1:31left that pushed the lead to double digits, 52-42, and put it out of reach. Talia Szatkowski lead Dallas with 13 points and10 rebounds and hustled all over the floor. Tanner Englehart, a 6-2 center, had 10 points, 15 rebounds and five blocks in the loss Pittston Area (16-2) and Dallas (12-4) are a half-game ahead of Crestwood (7-2, 12-6) with four games left. Crestwood has five games remaining including a game at PA on Thursday. Crestwood defeated PA earlier in the season. Waleski scored five and Rabender, six. PA shot 11-for-11 from the free throw line. PA 58 Hazleton 54
WA 59, Northwest 47
Wyoming Area’s strong first half carried it past Northwest for a win on the road. The Warriors, playing without Serra Degnan who is out with a leg injury, led 31-16 at the break. Abby Thornton’s 17 points led the Warriors, Nicole Turner chipped in 12, with one three. Emily Wolfgang 9, Felicia Turner 7, Val Bott, 8 Nicole Wright 6 8-34 Alivia Womelsdorf’s 20 points was a game-high for Northwest. Nanticoke 57, WA 30
The Warriors got swamped 23-4 in the first quarter. Thornton had eight, Wolfgang 6 and Nicole Wright 5. Degnan was out again. The Warriors are 4-5, one game ahead of Meyers in D-2. In the 3A D-2 seeding standings WA is 12th of 18 teams. PA is tied for fourth with Dallas. This week
Monday GAR at WA Tunkhannock at PA Thursday Crestwood at PA Meyers at WA Standings
Division 1 .....................WVC Pittston Area ...................8-2 Dallas ...............................8-2 Crestwood ........................7-2 Valley West ......................6-4 Hazleton ...........................6-4 Berwick ............................3-6 Tunkhannock .................... 1-9 Coughlin .........................0-10 Division 2.....................WVC Nanticoke ..........................8-1 Holy Redeemer .................8-1 Lake Lehman ...................7-2 Wyoming Area ................4-5 Meyers.............................. 3-6
B OYS BAS K E T BA L L
Patriots split a pair; Warriors beat NW to break losing streak By TOM ROBINSON
For the Sunday Dispatch
Pittston Area’s defense shut down Dallas at the start. The offense took care of the rest. The result was a 66-46 Wyoming Valley Conference Division I boys basketball romp on a night when the Patriots shot better than 50 percent and opened the lead to as many as 29 points. “I thought we moved the ball well against the zone,” Pittston Area coach Alan Kiesinger said. “I thought we were patient against it and we were able to do some damage with the interior passing.” Mason Gross scored 17 points and blocked four shots to lead the Patriots. He was also part of that passing, drawing attention at the high post and hitting teammates for easy shots with his four assists. “He’s able to dump the ball off to (James) Tobisch or another cutter,” Kiesinger said. Before the offense got rolling, the Patriots were able to take charge by shutting down the Mountaineers for an 11-2 lead after one quarter. “We wanted to jam up the lane,” Kiesinger said. “Last game we played against them, they hurt us with penetration. We really tried to take the drives away.” Matt Ross, who had 16 points in the first meeting when Pittston Area did not take charge until late, managed just one field goal while scoring 11. “Jay Crawford did a terrific job on the Ross kid,” Kiesinger said. Tyler McGarry hit three 3pointers in the second quarter, including two in a 16-6 burst to end the half and take a 32-17 lead. McGarry, Tobisch and Michael Schwab all finished with 11 points. “The play of Michael Schwab was outstanding,” Kiesinger said. Schwab grabbed a team-high nine rebounds and ran the offense with five assists and just
one turnover despite Dallas attempts to pressure the ball-handler. The Patriots blew the game open by outscoring the Mountaineers, 29-10, for a stretch of nearly 11 minutes spanning both halves. Gross had seven points, three rebounds, two blocked shots and an assist in the first 5:36 of the second half when Pittston Area extended the lead to 45-21. He added another basket before the quarter was over and compiled the 17-point effort without stepping on the floor in the final eight minutes. Pittston Area shot 14-for-24 (58.3 percent) in the middle two quarters. The Patriots built the lead all the way to 62-33 midway through the fourth quarter on a three-point play by Kyle Gattuso and a free throw by Carmen LoBrutto shortly after both teams began emptying their benches. Pittston Area improved to 7-3 in the division and 11-7 overall. Hazleton Area 67, Pittston Area 45
Sal Biasi scored 19 points to lead Hazleton Area to a 67-45 victory over visiting Pittston Area Tuesday. Mason Gross led the Patriots with nine points. The Cougars led 16-11 after one quarter and stretched the advantage to 31-20 at halftime and 51-37 after three quarters. Mathematically, at least, the Patriots (7-3) have a shot at the Division 1 title, though it is a long shot. With four games left, they are one game behind second place Hazleton (8-2), two behind division leader Valley West (9-1) and ½ game ahead of Crestwood (6-3.) The Patriots would likely have to win out, that means beating Valley West and hope Valley West loses one other game. In addition to PA, Valley West has Dallas, Berwick, likely wins, and Hazleton. In the District 2 seeding standings, Valley West and Hazleton are 4A, so the Patriots, 3A,won’t have to play them in
the District tournament. Right now th Patriots are third in the District 2 3A standings behind GAR and Abington Heights. The tournament is open. The Warriors are 12th out of the 17 eligible teams in 3A. Wyoming Area 50, Northwest 46
Bart Chupka led a fourthquarter rally to carry Wyoming Area to its second WVC win of the season, 50-46 over Northwest. Chupka scored 11 of his 17 points in the fourth quarter to help the Warriors overcome a 39-35 deficit. Jordan Zezza also had 17 points. Devon Mazonkey had 16 points and Tyler Meininger added 11 for the Rangers. Nanticoke 58, Wyoming Area 43
Nanticoke took charge early Friday night on the way to a 5843 WVC Division II victory over Wyoming Area. The Trojans led 14-6 after one quarter and 27-17 at halftime. Mike Malshefski scored 19 points to lead Nanticoke. Bart Chupka scored 15 points and Jordan Zezza added 11 for the Warriors. This week
Tuesday WA at Meyers PA at Tunkhannock Friday PA at Crestwood WA at GAR Standings .................... Division
Division 1 Valley West ..................... 9-1 Hazleton.......................... 8-2 Pittston Area ................ 7-3 Crestwood ....................... 6-3 Tunkhannock ................. 5-5 Dallas............................... 1-8 Berwick........................... 2-8 Coughlin.......................... 1-9 Division 2 GAR ................................ 9-0 Nanticoke........................ 6-3 Lake Lehman ................. 4-4 Holy Redeemer .............. 4-5 Wyoming Area ............. 2-7
PAGE 35
Hazleton Area held Hopkins to five field goal attempts in three quarters and without a basket in the fourth quarter. Hopkins needed just six seconds to show that overtime, however, would be different. The Monmouth recruit scored eight of her game-high 24 points in OT to lead PA to a 58-54 win in a WVC Division I girls game on Tuesday at PA. The Patriots shot 5-for-6 in overtime. The only time they missed, Ali Brady got the rebound and scored to take the lead for good with 1:02 left. “We kept our cool,” Pittston Area coach Kathy Healey said. “We do a lot of work on situations in practice. The kids are confident.” They were also motivated by an earlier overtime game with Hazleton Area resulting in one of their two losses. Hopkins, who was honored prior to the game for recently scoring her 1,500th career point, hit one of two free throws twice in the final 38 seconds to close the scoring. Waleski, who was celebrating her 16th birthday, hit two free throws with 1:35 left to break the second of three overtime ties. She scored 14, going 9-of-10 at the line. The Cougars played the last six minutes without top scorer Alyssa Sitch and top rebounder Lexi Wolk, then lost sub Juliet
Courtney in overtime because of fouls. Sitch had 16 points, hitting four straight three-pointers and helped Hazleton Area erase a 10point second-half deficit. Mackenzie Yori had 11 points and four assists while Wolk and Brianna Woznicki grabbed10 rebounds each. Allie Barber had 11 points, including nine after halftime, before fouling out for Pittston Area. PA got to the line 33 times, making 21. Hazleton was 7of-10. – Tom Robinson
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2013
Girls
PAGE 36
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 201
HIGH SCHOOL SWIMMING Mia Nardone captured first in the 200 IM and in the 200 freestyle in only her second start in that event in her career. She won a third event in the 100 fly.
TONY CALLAIO
PA streaking toward 3rd title PA swimmers haven’t lost in division since January 2010 By JAY MONAHAN
For the Dispatch
The Lady Patriots swimmers defeated Meyers 112-74 in the PA pool on Wednesday solidifing their hold on first place in Division 3. The win was the team’s 32nd consecutive in the WVC D-3. They haven’t lost since January 20, 2010. With two meets left against teams they beat by big scores earlier in the season – Coughlin and Wyoming Area – The Lady Patriots will likely win their third consecutive D-3 championship with a third consecutive undefeated season This season’s title, if it happens, will be the coolest, since PA lost over 20 seniors from last season. “We started in early September with open swims,” Pittston Area coach Amy Hazlet said. “I had 20-25 kids, and a lot of them didn’t know how to swim. I have 11 that never swam before. Every day we increased the yardage
Swimmers leave the blocks at the start of the 200 IM.
and tried to get better. “I have some kids that were really average last year and dedicated themselves to the program. Without that dedication and hard work, we wouldn’t have won today.” The victory over the secondplace Mohawks didn’t come
with bold tinkering with the lineups. Mia Nardone – fresh off a first-place in the 200 IM – was switched to the 200 freestyle, a move that pitted herself against Meyers’ top swimmer, Eilish Hoban. Swimming the event for the just the second time in her career,
Nardone skated to a 2:09.82 first-place showing over Hoban that gave the Patriots an early boost in the scoring. Nardone also took first in the 100 fly at 1:04.28. “I did something crazy today,” Hazlet said. “Mia usually swims the 200 IM and won the event at
the Ray Wills Invitational at Wyoming Valley West. And I put her up against (Hoban) in the 200 free. She only swam that race one other time before.” Pittston Area (7-0) benefited largely from the diving event, See SWIMMING, Page 39
Patriots fall in District 2 3A Duals semi Warriors lose in quarter finals in 2A duals meet
At 160 lbs, Nick O'Brien pulls down Meyer's Tracy Cistrunk. O'Brien lost on a decision. TONY CALLAIO/FOR THE SUNDAY DISPATCH
WA's Nick Heck dominated Gino Setta before pinning him at 138.
PAGE 37
Shaun Vasquez, Carm MauPittston Area lost to Wyoming Valley West, 41-30, Friday in the riello and Shawn Whiting won District 2 Duals Class 3A semi- by forfeit. final in the PA gym. The Spartans, who knocked off Wallen- Koncrete Duals On Saturday, February 2 the paupack 47-27 in the quarterfinals advanced to the champion- Patriots continued their tradition ship match against Delaware of traveling to high-caliber tourValley last nigh at 7 p.m. at Pitt- naments with a trip to Northston Area. Delaware Valley ad- ampton for the Konkrete Duals, vanced to the championship dual where they went 1-1 losing to Faafter dispatching Dallas (44-21) ther Judge of Philadelphia and in the quarterfinals and Cough- defeating Norristown. Against Judge PA lost 46-27. lin (58-15) in the semifinals. Against Norristown PA won On Friday night, the Spartans jumped out to a 31-3 lead over 37-36 in a match so close it came the Patriots. But with just four down to Criteria #7, greater number of nearbouts left, Pittston Arfall points, to deea had trimmed the On Friday night, the cide it in favor of lead to 31-21. But then PA. The match at the 195-pound Spartans jumped out match Brandon Baird to a 31-3 lead over the was tied 36-36 defeated PA’s John Patriots. But with just after PA’s Chris Starinsky won Minich 9-1. four bouts left, the final bout at After Baird’s win, 106. The forfeits the Patriots won the Pittston Area had were a wash with next two matches on a trimmed the lead to each team fordecision by Jake Vax- 31-21. feiting once. monsky at 220 and a fall from Brian MlodWinners for PA zienski at 285 to cut the lead to versus Father Judge 35-30. Valley West’s James 120 -Tyler Lutecki won by Wright won the final bout over Chris Starinsky at 106 with a pin. tech. fall over Rich Custer, 17-0 PA 170-pounder Angelo Lussi 2:00 126 -Dave DeLeo pinned recorded his 100th career win Ryan Meehan, 3:01 with a pin over Scranton’s Isaiah 160 -Angelo Lussi maj. dec. Burgette in the quarterfinals won Joe D’Imperio, 12-4 by PA 36-32. 182 -Jonathan Armitage won Braulio Garcia, Tyler Lutecki, Dave Deleo, Kevin Wesolowski, by inj. default over Kyle Palinand Brian Mlodzienski also got kas, 0:39 220 -Jake Vaxmonsky won by pins for PA against Scranton. In the 2A duals at Lake Lehman, forfeit (34-27) Wyoming Area lost in the quarWinners for PA ters to Western Wayne, 48-29. versus Norristown Charles Johnson, Nicholas Heck 120 -Tyler Lutecki won by forand Nick O’Brien were winners feit (6-0) for WA. 126 -Mike Minich pinned Dan WA 42 Meyers 34 Limbauan, 1:43 (12-0) 132 -Donnie Parham pinned In a WVC D-2 meet, WA Demetrius Colclough, 5:10 (18-0 knocked off Meyers, 42-34 on 160 -Angelo Lussi pinned Wednesday. The Warriors have one more WVC meet on Feb. 13 Darrin May, 3:26 (24-15) 170 -Sam Falcone pinned at home against Tunkhannock. On Wednesday night, Pat Brandon Smith, 0:53 (30-15) 220 -Jake Vaxmonskydec. Heck, Andy Schutz, Nick Heck, Jude Polit-Moran, and Jeff Skur- Rasheed Lusane, 5-1 (33-24 106 -Chris Starinsky dec. Arsky were winners. The Heck mon Weems, 4-0 (36-30 brothers both won by tech. fall.
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2013
HIGH SCHOOL WRESTLING
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 201
PAGE 38
SPORTS MEETING AND BRIEFS
WA baseball mandatory parents meeting Monday Wyoming Area baseball coaches will hold a mandatory meeting for all parents of 7th, 8th, and 9th grade baseball players on Monday, February 4 at 6 p.m. in Room 129 of the high school. Coaches will be going over plans for the upcoming season. PA track and field
The Pittston Area Track and Field Parents will meet this Wednesday, February 6 at 7 p.m. at Lizza’s Mezzo Mezzo for election of officers. Please plan to attend if your child will be participating in the Track and Field Program this year. Avoca/Dupont Little League
Avoca/Dupont Little League signups are Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, February 4 to 6 from 6 p.m. to 8 at the upper Avoca Little League field clubhouse. Registration fee is $60per player and $75 for a family of two or more. Teener baseball fee is $60 each player. Fund raising fee must also be pre-paid at time of registration. Registration is open for the following divisions: tee-ball (4-6 years old),coach pitch (7-8), minor softball (8-10), major softball (10-12), minor baseball (810), major baseball (10-12), junior teener baseball(13-14), and senior teener baseball (15-16). Players need three proofs of residency and new players need a copy of their birth certificate. Jenkins Township Little League
Jenkins Township Little League will hold a final sign up registration on Sunday, February 10 from 4 p.m. to 5:30 at the Jenkins Twp Municipal Building. A late registration fee of $10 will be charged after that date. Please bring a copy of the Birth Certificate, three proofs of residence from February, 2012 or later and the forms which can be found on www.jenkinstwplittleleague.com. Following signups, there will be a monthly meeting at 6 p.m to discuss the upcoming season. Officers, prospective managers or coaches and parents are urged to attend. Prospective managers need to have letters of intent submitted
by February 15. No considerations will be made after that date. West Pittston Little League
The West Pittston Little League registration dates for the 2013 Little League season for TBall to Major League, and Junior/Senior League divisions are Wednesday, Feb. 6 from 6 to 8 p.m.; Saturday, Feb. 9 from 9 a.m. to noon and Sunday, Feb. 10 from 1 to 4 p.m. on the second floor of the West Pittston Little League field house off Sixth Street. These will be the only sign-up dates for the 2013 season. Wyoming/West Wyoming Little League
WWW Little League registrations are 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thurs., Feb. 7; from 10 a.m. to noon, Saturday, Feb. 9; and from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tues., Feb. 12 at the Stites Street Fire Hall. The registration fee for tee ball through major baseball and softball is $70 per player and $95 per family. The fee for junior/senior baseball and softball is $100 per player with no family rate. Fundraisers will be distributed at registration. All players must provide proof of residency and new players must provide a copy of his or her birth certificate. Any child turning four prior to May 1, 2013 is eligible to play tee ball this coming season. Duryea Wildcats
The Duryea Wildcat organization is meeting Wednesday, Feb. 13 at the Polish Club (lower level) in Dupont at 6 p.m. Prospective coaches are welcome to inquire at this meeting. Signups will be held at the field 5:30 to 7:00 p.m on. April 10, April 24, May 8 and May 22. Early registration discount of $10 off the registration fee will be applied for sign-ups on or before May 22. Stoners spring soccer sign-ups
Registration dates for Stoners soccer are Thursday, Feb. 21 6 p.m. to 8; Tues., March 5 from 6 p.m. to 8 and Thurs March 7 6 p.m. to 8 for players U10 and above at the Exeter Scout Home in the rear of the Exeter Borough
Building, corner of Wyoming Ave and Lincoln St., Exeter. Cost is $25 if you do not need uniform and $40 with a uniform. For more infohttp://stonersoccer.org/ Legion players called
Baseballs player between the ages of 14 – 19 interested in playing junior or senior American Legion baseball this summer must text Coach Musto at 570814-9106 ASAP to determine how many teams the Greater Pittston franchise will field. Hughestown softball
Sign ups for Hughestown softball are Sundays from 2 p.m. to 4 and Wednesdays 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the borough bulding on the second floor. There will be an election of officers on Wednesday Feb. 6 at 6:30 p.m. The league sends condolencences to the Beth Kelly family. Beth was a team parent for many years and then two years as board member. She will be missed. Valley Laxerz Lacrosse
Registrations for the inaugural season of Valley Laxerz, a local youth lacrosse organization, are at the Exeter Panther field house on Wednesday, February 20 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.; Sunday February 24 noon to 2 p.m.; Wednesday February 27 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.; and Sunday March 3 noon to 2 p.m. Teams: U9 (Boys & Girls) ages 6,7,8 born on or after 9/1/ 2003; U11 (Boys & Girls) ages 9,10,11 born on or after 9/1/2001; U13 (Boys & Girls) ages 11,12,13 born on or after 9/1/1999; U15 (Boys & Girls) ages 12,13,14 born on or after 9/1/1997Registration is $150 to included is 1-2 practices per week, a 10-12 game schedule, 2 in-season tournaments and a game jersey. Players will be responsible for their own equipment: lacrosse helmet, gloves, pads, stick and mouthpiece which available to purchase at a discounted rate. Volunteers are needed to help organize and coach. With questions contact Robbie Switzer via email rjswitzer@verizon.net or Carl Delucca via email carlreeree@verizon.net . Dupont Softball/Teeball
The Dupont Softball/Teeball league is open to children of the Greater Pittston Area and surrounding communities. There are no boundary restrictions or mandatory fund raiser. The teeball program is for boys and girls ages 4 to 7. Registration is $25 per player. Softball is for girls ages 7-17. Registration is $50 per player with a family discount for softball only. Signups are Saturday February 9 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and the final sign up on Sunday, February 10 from noon to 4 p.m. For more info call Bob at 8818744 or visit our website:http:// dupontsoftball.clubspaces.com Pittston Twp. Online registration
The Pittston Twp. Little League is using an online registration process for 2013. Visit the website at www.ptll.us and click on the registration button. Cost is $55 per child and $75 per family, family discount will be applied upon check out. You can pay with credit card or electronic check. We are accepting registration for T-ball, Coach Pitch, Minors and Majors boys and Minors and Majors girls as well as junior and senior league baseball and softball. Please note that you will still need to drop off the following forms after you register: Copy of your child’s birth certificate; proof of residency; medical release form and volunteer application if you are volunteering All forms can be dropped off at the Pittston Twp. Municipal building on the evenings of February 19, 20, 21 from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. If you do not have internet access at home you can register online at the Municipal building on these nights. Tryouts will be held on Saturday, March 9. Boy tryouts will be from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. and the girl tryouts will be held from 11 a.m. until 1p.m. Please note that all children that did not play in the Major division for baseball or softball will be required to attend tryouts. The league will also be hosting an inaugural 5k Road Race on Opening Day, Saturday, April 13. The race will start at 10:30
a.m with the finish line at our main field. The Opening Day ceremony will begin at noon on Saturday, April 13. If you have any questions you can call Nick Cardinale at 570690-2748 or Carmen Sciandra at 570-760-7850. . K of C free throw contest
Boys and girls ages 10 to 14 are invited to participate in the local level 2013 Knights of Columbus Basketball Free Throw Championship. Entry is free. Winners progress through local, district and state competitions. Participants will compete in their respective age groups. Last year more than 120,000 sharpshooters participated in over 3,600 local competitions. This year’s local event will be held on Feb. 9 in the gymnasium of the former Seton Catholic high school on William Street in Pittston. Start time will be 9 a.m. Every contestant will be recognized for their participation. Participants are required to furnish proof of age and written parental consent to compete. For entry forms or additional information contact either Don Mac Rae at (570) 815-4454 or Mitch Megliola at (570) 3353002. Adult women’s league at GP YMCA
The Pace Setter Athletic Club of Northeastern Pa. is organizing an Adult Open Women’s Basketball League at the Greater Pittston YMCA. Players and teams from the Scranton, WilkesBarre, Pittston, and Hazleton are welcome. For further information contact Pace Setter A.C. at 575-0941 or 347-7018 or e-mail pacesetterbasketball@verizon.net KaPow Field Hockey Klub
Olympian Lauren Powley and the KaPow Field Hockey Klub is offering spring training and game play for age groups U6, U8, U10 and U12 at Wyoming Seminary April 14 to May 19. Email for registration form to lcomiskey@kapowfh.com The registration deadline is March 31.
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2013
Swimming Continued from Page 36
Ashley Beers is in a perfect vertical postion during her dive against Meyers.
taking the top three points that yielded a 10-point scoring advantage. Theresa Domarosky placed first with a 190.05. Sierra Williams and Ashley Beers rounded out the top three. “Their degree of difficulty was extremely low last year,” Hazlet said. “They were average. This year, they have increased their degree of difficulty. That’s what it came down to today in the diving.” The Patriots took all but two events against the Mohawks (6-2). Kassity Roche took over for Nardone in the 200 IM for a first-place finish. Shannen Brady took first in the 100 back at a time of 1:12.09. Senior Tiffany Smith secured wins in both the 50 and 100 free. She clocked in at 1:04.38 in the 100 free for the victory. Liz Scialpi, Katie Musto, Antoinette Antonacci and kallie Miller also scored top three finishes for PA. The Pittston Area boys defeat-
TONY CALLAIO
Mia Nardone finished on top of the 50 free for the Patriots.
ed Meyers 65-55 in an exhibition meet. Kris Littleton, Zach Hoffman, Mike Barney, and Brandon Winters won the 200 free relay for PA Winters (100 back), Hoffman (100 breast) and the 400 free relay team also won. Barney won the diving with a
186.2, and Hoffman won the 200 IM. Wyoming Area defeated Nanticoke on Wednesday. – Jack Smiles contributed to this story This week
Wyoming Area at Meyers Coughlin at PA
Division 3 Standings
Pittston Area 8-0 Meyers 6-2 Wyoming Area 5-3 Coughlin 4-4 Nanticoke 1-7 Dunmore 0-8
Warrior ice hockey seniors get honors The Wyoming Area Ice Hockey team honored their outgoing senior players at Senior Night on Sunday, January 27 at the Revolution Ice Center in Pittston prior to the start of their game against Holy Redeemer. Redeemer won 8-2. The Warriors are 1-10, after losing Friday to Back Mountain. Pittston Area lost Friday to Valley West. PA is 3-7-1. Remaining League schedule
Friday Feb. 8 PA vs. Crestwood - 9:15 p.m. Coal Street WA vs. Back Mtn. - 7:15 p.m. Revolution Ice Centre Rink 2 Friday Feb. 15 PA vs. Paupack - 7:15 p.m. Revolution Ice Centre Rink 2 WA vs. Susquehanna Valley 9 p.m. Revolution Ice Centre Rink 2 The Wyoming Area ice hockey seniors who were honored in theri final season last Sunday at the Revolution Ice Centre are, from left, left to right: Billy Romanowski, Kolton Begley, Billy Weiss, Brittani Shearer, Eric Smith, Evan Rider
PAGE 39
Friday Feb. 22 PA vs. WA 9 p.m. - Revolution Ice Centre Rink 2
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 201
PAGE 40
OBITUARIES
INDOOR TRACK
Ida A. Nanfeldt January 24, 2013
Ida A. Nanfeldt, 90, of Pittston, passed away Thursday, January 24, 2013, after a brief stay at Lackawanna County Health Care Center in Olyphant. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, William E. Nanfeldt, on Dec. 25, 1995. Born in Garfield, N.J., on Aug. 25, 1922, daughter of the late Albert F. and Hulda Hintz Allenfort, Ida was a graduate of Garfield High School. Prior to her retirement, she worked for Hoffman Koos as a clerk/gal Friday. Her hobby was making doll clothing, and later she was a porcelain doll
maker for the former Doll House Molds Inc., Avoca, a job she truly enjoyed. Always caring for others, she believed in paying a compliment to a complete stranger. A loving mother, grandmother, relative and friend, she devoted her life to her family and will be dearly missed. She is survived by her son, Bill Nanfeldt and wife, Sally-Jo, North Haven, Conn.; her caregiver and grandson, Christopher Nanfeldt
and wife, Kim, Jessup; a greatgrandson, Christian Nanfeldt; and a sister-in-law, Margaret “Peggy” Nanfeldt, Chester, N.J. A brother, John Allenfort and sister-in-law, Jeanette Allenfort, also preceded her in death. Her family extends a heartfelt thank-you to Angels’ Touch Home Health Care. Arrangements are by the Thomas P. Kearney Funeral Home Inc., 517 N. Main St., Old Forge. Interment was in the Laurel Grove Cemetery, Totowa, N.J.
Lottie Silvi January 29, 2013
Ron D'Eliseo, right, on his way to a state qualifying time in the 55 meter hurdles. PHOTOS SUBMITTED
D’Eliseo, Powers qualify for indoor state championships PA athlete Ronnie D’Eliseo competed in the Susquehanna High School Track Indoor Classic on Sunday, Jan. 27 at Susquehanna University. D’Elieso won the 55M Hurdles with a state-qualifying time of 7.87, the fifth best time in the history of the event. In the 400M run he was second in 53.48. PA athlete Taylor Powers also qualified for the PIAA State Indoor Championships at Penn State. In the East Stroudsburg Classic meet, Taylor participated in the 55M run and and ran a qualifying time of 7.34. The next two events for the pair are the highly competitive in the PTFCA Indoor Track Carnival at Lehigh University on Feb. 9 and the 2013 PTFCA Indoor State Championship at State College on Feb. 23.
Lottie Silvi, 98, of Plains Township, passed away Tuesday morning, Jan. 29, 2013, at the United Methodist Homes, Wesley Village Campus, Jenkins Township, where she had been a resident for the past three months. Born in the Hudson section of Plains Township, she was a daughter of the late Stanley and Mary (Novak) Benczkowski. Lottie attended Plains Township schools and was employed as a trimmer in the garment industry. She was a member of Ss. Peter & Paul Church, Plains Township, and the International Ladies’ Garment Workers Union. She was preceded in death by her husband, Sesto Silvi, on Sept.
22, 1985; her son, John “Cy” Silvi, on July 17, 2000; and her brothers Joseph and Frank Benczkowski. Surviving are her daughter, Cecelia Phillips ,and her husband, Ronald, Plains Township; six grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; a daughterin-law, Eileen Silvi, West Wyoming; sisters, Isabelle Neishell, Hudson; Johanna Kalinosky, Kingston; Helen Rinkevich, Breaslau; Felicia Bellanco, Pittston, and Marie Sperazza, West Pittston; brother Stanley Benczkowski, Hudson; and several nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank the staff of Wesley Village and especially Heather and Kelly for
their wonderful care of Lottie. As per Lottie’s wishes, her funeral services were private. A Mass of Christian Burial was held Friday, Feb. 1, 2013, in Ss. Peter & Paul Church, Plains Township. Interment was in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Plains Township. Arrangements are by Corcoran Funeral Home Inc., 20 S. Main St., Plains Township. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Lottie’s memory to the Ss. Peter & Paul Church Food Pantry, 13 Hudson Road, Plains Township, PA 18705. Online condolences may be made at www.corcoranfuneralhome.com.
Theresa O’Brien Walsh January 31, 2013
Taylor Powers in action.
Theresa O’Brien Walsh, 92, of Avoca, passed away Thursday Jan. 31, 2013, at the Regional Hospice of Scranton. She was born in Thatto Heath, England, on June 23, 1920 and was a daughter of the late James and Anna (Martindale) McDermott. Theresa was a member of Queen of the Apostles Parish, Avoca, and a former member of its Woman’s Guild. She was a graduate of Avoca High School. Theresa retired from the WilkesBarre/Scranton International Airport. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her first husband, James O’Brien, who
died in 1953; her husband, William Walsh, who passed away in 1998; her infant daughter, Jane O’Brien; her brother Patrick McDermott; and her sister, Peggy Ann Russer. She is survived by her daughter Ann (O’Brien) Soy and her husband, John, Avoca; her brother Thomas McDermott, Lansdale; grandchildren, Jane Ann Yankelitis and her husband, Stan; Patty Hugo and her husband, Greg; John Soy and his wife, Linda, and James Soy and his wife, Jennifer; and greatgrandchildren, Jill and Ben Yankelitis; Joseph, Tyler and Nick Hugo, and Matthew Soy. Funeral services were held
Saturday, Feb. 2, 2013, with a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mary’s Church, Queen of the Apostles Parish, 715 Hawthorne St., Avoca, with the Rev. Phillip Sladicka officiating. Interment was in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Avoca. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Scranton Health Care Activity Fund, 2933 McCarthy St., Scranton, PA 18505 or to the Avoca Ambulance Association, 740 Main St., Avoca, PA 18641. Arrangements by Kiesinger Funeral Services, 255 McAlpine St., Duryea. Online condolences may be made to www.kiesingerfuneralservices.com,
Continued from Page 23
year Lauren MacVicar 28-21 San Francisco is a way cooler city Peter Bracero 27-13 K Meghan Martin 20-7 I make jewelry. Call me at 709-9037. Oh, there’s a game? Kate Buttino 23-16 When I was a kid I loved the 49ers Valerie Piccola 28-12 Ravens get just field goals Cody Bannon 31-24 I’m a Steelers fan, I have to hate the Ravens Chris Peterson 27-13 Better offense Dylan Smith 31-17 The answer, my friend, is blowin’ in the wind Jumanah Abdurruzzaq 49-7 Just a guess Ian Hornick 27-21 Came to me in a dream Kayle Chesek 37-30 Hope I can stay awake Gavin Carolan 37-14 A guess Adam Viercinski 30-24 Did you say Beyonce at halftime? Randy Bonilla 41-22 Things are different indoors Matt Dellario 17-10 Low scoring game Kurt Manganella 28-14 I hate Ray Lewis Angela Stavitzski 30-20 I don’t know John Disanferdinand 31-17 Niners grab Ravnes by the Antlers Andrea Disanferdinand 24-20 Randy finally gets his ring Lindo Sabatini 22-20 Because the Giants aren’t there Lenny Bruceman 35-14 I hope my Niners break Ray Lewis Gene Ellsworth 20-10 Ray Lewis doesn’t have a prayer
Josh Colarusso 3-0 Colin Kaepernick has a nice smile Matt O’Donovan 28-17 Never trust a man with two first names Victor Gulliano 24-17 Too fast for Lewis Joe Gorman 20-17 My oldest said so John Hennigan 24-21 Colin is on a run Jack Ferrett 48-24 Gold rush 2013 Carmen DeOrio 38-28 If that don’t were homeless Dave Roglich 42-26 Unless there’s a hurricane or something Danny Irvin 31-23 Gonna be Gore-y, you guys Lennie Blandina 31-21 Wish it was the Packers Andy Ashby 28-24 They’re fast. Speed kills Dan Irvin 26-22 K-A-E-P scratch fever! Luke Davenport 32-26 Akers is A-OK Anthony Barge 24-17 Don’t let the fear of striking out keep you from playing the game Nathan Israel 30-26 I’m really good with muni-derivatives. Rachel Fox 24-21 Getting foxy tonight! Jeff Ankner 35-28 Remember Joe Montana Nelson Colon 28-24 This is my team. The only question is do I wear my Montana jersey or my Kaepernick jersey. Trajan Horn 28-16 Just do it Jake Waxmonsky 35-21 Fill in the blank the Ravens Travis Antoniello 23-21 It’ll be close Laith Mubayed 20-10 You’ll see John Muscovitch 27-17 The 49ers will shut out the Ravens in the second half. Carl Smith 41-34 Just a gut feeling
Ravens Continued from Page 26
Lisa Billotti 30-10 John Waters is from Baltimore Jenn Mackey 46-42 Ray Lewis several Tds Francis Lamb 46-0 Ray Lewis rules Sean Derwin 27-14 More Lewis Aaron Zezza 24-17 Babe Ruth’s hometown Joe Erzar 28-17 Keep your eye on the snap Rich Stepamski 28-26 Lewis, 17 tackles Dalton Thomas 21-14 Hey, What’s in this dip? Jordan Collins 13-10 Will Beyonce really sing? Kyle Charney 21-7 Terrll Suggs is good, too Carmen Mauriello 28-14 Joe Flacco not so, so Marty Michaels 21-14 Ray Lewis, 11 tackles Max Kneeream 36-21 Put it on the big screen Rob Yatsko 24-17 Jacoby Jones can be an X factor Nancy Alberigi 33-24 Warriors rule Mike Tracy 24-14 Sounds about right
non Davis catches six Matt Shatrowskas 24-17 Don’t overlook LaMicheal James Arlene Shatrowskas 21-14 Bowman is Penn Stater Tony Shatrowskas 21-14 Micheal Crabtree has limbs Stacy Spigarelli 20-17 Akers at the gun Ann Marie Paddock 19-10 Good a guess as any Len Benfante 27-20 I wish could clone Brandon Matthews Lexi Coolbaugh 14-10 Is it softball season yet? A Shission 21-5 Yeah but could they beat WA? Nicholas Shawn O’Brien 24-21 Beware of the read option Stephen Barush 31-27 Kap 3 TDs, Lewis 17 tackles, Flacco pick with 10 secs. left Vito Quaglia 28-14 Hey, cut that out! Cody Craig 31-14 Lewis, Smhuis. What about Willis? Tyler Egan 28-21 Frank Gore will roar Kim Marchesini 28-12 Wow, chicken wing meat on pizza Bob Kroptavitch 31-20 Town Tavern wings rock Dave Graff 21-14 Ravens got the spread Jim Coyne 28-16 On the advice of my lawyer no comment Mike George 38-17 It’s not the Packers John Rowlands 31-13 From the best man in Duryea Joe Healey Sr. 21-13 I prefer hockey Jim Schappert 28-21 Steeler fan, can’t root for Ravens Jim Nardone 35-28 See if I ain’t right Jason Jordan 28-21 Go Cowboys! Bob Guerin 27-24 49ers offense too strong
Bart Chupka 27-20 TJ says Go 9ers Jean Marie Radle 26-14 Nachoes at halftime Andrew Zara 24-14 Ever heard of the Flying Burrito Brothers? Ange Falzone 27-24 They have a song called the Streets of Baltimore Tim Cotter 24-21 Flacco is great. Go Blue Hens Mike Amitia 24-17 A raven will peck their eyes out Colleen McGarry 35-28 Is it baseball season yet? John Cituk 27-23 Flacco’s year Gennaro Zangardi 21-17 Antler spray is the real deal Partice Bantell 24-13 Only because my cousins live there Cathy Alba 30-17 Nina simone has a song called Baltimore Len Pribula Jr. 30-27 The year of the Raven Fran Ankenbrand 38-35 Ragin Ray Lewis’s swan song Jack Nardone 28-21 Flacco’s a Go-Go Jac Vidicka 24-21 It’s the Raven’s and Flacco’s year
Al Kern 30-14 The punter is from Pitt Kenneth Burke 24-10 Kap throw darts Rocky Vieira 37-34 Akers comes through Lisa Wesolowski 27-10 Just guessing Jarred Bakchune 34-21Gore MVP Red O’Brien 17-14 Go Lynn Snow Pat O’Boyle 31-27 No comment Ed Booth 24-21 West Coast rules Migs McLaughlin 38-24 Spring training Eric Budzilek 34-17 Ray Lewis is an upstanding gentleman Mickey McLaughlin 35-10 If they stay out of the French Quarter Susan Donahue 38-23 I never listen to Joe Ed Philbin 14-6 Because Migsy said so Mikey McLaughlin 28-13 Rooting for Shane’s team John “Skip” McGlynn 35-26 Next year Denver John “Jump” McGlynn 31-23 Baseball soon John “Hoppy” McGlynn 3020 No extracurriculars on the field Lisa Sovuta 21-10 Go Eagles Michelle Ribaudo 24-13 Go Pittstburgh Lisa Bressler 47-35 That Kaepernick kid is cute Christina Hizny 28-21 And I was in Baltimore when they won John Abent 31-14 They’re on a roll Ed Ackerman 31-14 I feel sorry for the Poe Ravens, but a lot of my friends are 49ers fans Jack Smiles 34-17 Niners are miners 274
Rick Korpusik 27-10 Need the money Bob Linskey 28-14 Who knows Terry Finan 20-17 Ray-Ray gets the ring Bryan Pesotine 31-23 The Counting Crows did a Baltimore song Ray Demace 28-21 They got guys besides Lewis John Hiller 23-20 Lots of veteran savy Karen Hiller 20-13 Ravens were Scary in the Hitchcock movie Mike Jaworski 19-14 Like Jaws Bill Howley 27-24 Flacco is on a roll Kevin Bests 30-27 No wonder Ray Lewis is so happy Joe Donahue Sr. 28-13 Need my horse to come in Joe Donahue Jr. 24-17 Dad said I had to Katie Donahue 34-24 Same here Erin Donahue 17-13 It’s the Donahue rule Karl Merkel 28-17 Fly Eagles Fly Pete Chropowiski 27-17 But I’m really a Steelers and Eagles fan Don Redding 10-6 Gonna be all defense Joe Healey Jr. 24-14 Take thy beak from out my heart, and take thy form from off my door!’ Quoth the Ravens, `Nevermore.’
PAGE 41
Frank Mudlock 35-28 Raven power Sherri Petrokonis 24-21 Go East Coast Frank Victor 28-21 To the victor belong the spoils Frannie Doran 28-21 Ravens are huge Robin Sharr 21-17 Last hurrah for Ed Reed Nancy Jakuboski 31-20 Rooting for the Ravens Nicole Rugletic 33-14 I saw a Raven once and they’re scary Mike Baloga 31-21 Rice-a-Roni Justin Steinberger 17-14 Love the Inner Harbor Kimberly Thomas 28-21 A Harbaugh won’t get outcoached Ray Bernardi 32-24 Older bro Bernie Skolnick 24-20 Should be close Sara Blasi 28-21 If I only really knew Joseph Grosner 24-21 FG at the buzzer Zach Briggs 28-13 running down a dream
Michael Smith 26-17 Because daddy wants them to win Matt Brunn 34-17 Alex smith will save the game Amanda Paci 26-20 Sounds like a good idea to me Ray Donnora 31-17 I’m tired of looking at Ray Lewis’s face on every TV channel Martin Yany 35-10 Contenders vs. Pretenders. Not even close. Jason Rucco 24-21 Jerry Rice with the winning catch. Wait! What? Jerry Rice!?! Barry Miller 30-20 NFC wins again. Thomas Sromovsky 33-14 Niners will stomp all over Ray Lewis and company. Danny Nemitz 34-20 Papa’s team. Bob Devlin Sr 24-21 Kaepernick caper Diane Devlin 35-28 A piece of history Pete Devlin Jr. 7-3 Lowest score ever Jade Cotter 35-27 Anybody but Ray Lewis Bob Devlin Jr. 28-24 Will join Young and Montana Ann Morreale 14-10 Remember Karl Malden? Jennifer McNulty 21-14 Yeah, the Streets of San Francisco Brian Carey 27-13 Kap runs wild Fran Falvo 24-21 Ever been to Haight-Ashbury? Dave Jiunta 27-21 Despite Randy Moss’s big mouth Greg Russick 11-8 49ers are to football what I am to the violin Bruce Knick 31-28 Field goal in the Knick of time Annarose Salvo 28-14 This one’s for Bobby Jay Salvo 26-20 Pass the dip Joe Salvo 29-18 Man, these wings are nuclear Rocky DeAngelo 30-27 Ver-
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2013
Niners
Rosemary “Dolly” Yunkunis January 28, 2013
Rosemary “Dolly” Yunkunis passed away unexpectedly on Monday, Jan. 28, 2013, at home. Dolly was a celebration of life — living it to the fullest every moment until her final day. She still actively sang and performed comedy several times monthly at nursing homes and assisted living centers throughout Northeastern Pennsylvania. Her charismatic personality brought smiles to the faces of everyone around her. Born on July 8, 1929, in Manhattan to the late Anthony and Rose Gentile Ruggere, she grew up in Luzerne and attended school there. She relocated to Port Jervis, N.Y., after meeting the love of her life, the late Stanley Thomas Yunkunis, and spent nearly a year living in Mexico City. She eventually returned to Pennsylvania, where she resided in Kingston for the past 47 years. She was a member of St. John the Evangelist Church, Pittston. She began singing on the radio as a child and continued her love for music and theater throughout her life. She entertained all over the East Coast as well as in Las Vegas, the Bahamas and Bermuda. Local employment included working at the Hi-Lite Lounge, Kingston, as a hostess and singing in Chapter V, Bath’s Pub, Carriage Stop Inn, Kozy K and Klocko’s, among other places. She sang with King Henry and
the Showmen in Jim Thorpe for several years and was also a member of the Sweet Adelines and the ILGWU Chorus. However, she was not known only for being an entertainer. She was an avid volunteer, and for nearly 30 years donated her time to many civic organizations including John Heinz, RSVP, the VFW, the American Legion, Ladies of Lions, the American Cancer Society, the Council of the Blind and the Association for the Blind, to name a few. She was honored by President George W. Bush in 2004 and was asked by the White House to greet him as he stepped off Air Force One in Avoca and accompany the presidential motorcade to WilkesBarre. An integral part of her life was her daily involvement with the Kingston Senior Center for more than 25 years. She produced several “Dollies Follies” variety shows and cultivated many friendships there. She always thought herself lucky to have led such a full life and to have seen and done all that she did, although she considered her proudest accomplishments to be her three loving children. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her stepmother, Veron-
ica Fox Ruggere; brother Robert Ruggere; and sister Jean Marie Saya. She is survived by her children, Stanley J. Yunkunis and wife, Carol, Ellicott City, Md.; Elizabeth Bendik, Shavertown, and David Yunkunis and wife Christine, Larksville. She was extremely proud of her eight grandchildren whose names she sang in her rendition of her signature song, “Hello Dolly”; Jennifer, Nathan, Stefanie, Kaitlyn and Timothy Bendik, and Christiana, Esq., Tara and David Yunkunis. She is also survived by her brothers Gene Ruggere, Courtdale; John and Samuel Ruggere, South Carolina; Anthony Ruggere and Howard Fox, Florida; sisters Clara Casterline, Exeter; Tony Weiss, Trucksville, and Christine Leary, Florida; an aunt, uncle, cousins and numerous nieces and nephews. Dolly will definitely be missed by all who knew her. We never thought we would have to say goodbye so soon, but we will never forget her impact on our lives. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held from St. John the Evangelist Church, Pittston, on Monday, Feb. 4 at 11 a.m. with Monsignor John J. Bendik officiating. Interment will be held in St. Casimir’s Cemetery, Pittston. Friends may call at the Karl E. Blight Funeral Home, 392 Wyoming Ave., Kingston, on to-
day, Jan. 3, 2013, from 2 to 6 p.m. Memorial donations may be
made to the Association for the Blind in Exeter.
Andrea Zera January 23, 2013 Andrea Zera, 65, of Petaluma, Calif., passed away Jan. 23, 2013, at the Wilkes-Barre General Hospital surrounded by her loving family. Born in Pittston, she was the daughter of the late John and Mildred Pesta Zera. She was a graduate of Exeter High School, class of 1965. She obtained her nursing degree from Wilkes College. Despite the effects of having had polio, Andrea pursued a career of more than 40 years in the nursing field. She began her work in the operating room at the Mercy Hospital in Wilkes-Barre. After moving to California in
1974, she worked as admissions coordinator for many years, most recently at Windsor Care Center of Petaluma, where she showed much compassion for her patients and their families. Andrea loved her life in California and her wonderful circle of friends. Every year she looked forward to spending Christmas with her family in Pennsylvania. She was a loving sister, aunt and friend.
We will miss Andrea dearly and cherish the memories of her always. Surviving are her sister, Emily Tirpak, and husband Michael, of Swoyersville; nephew Mark Tirpak and wife Jeannine; nieces, Nicole Tirpak, Danielle Tirpak and companion John Bolin; great-nephews, Nathaniel and Aaron Tirpak; numerous cousins. A celebration of Andrea’s life will be announced at a future date. Arrangements are by the Metcalfe-Shaver-Kopcza Funeral Home Inc., 504 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming.
795745
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 201
PAGE 42
OBITUARIES
Stanley “Ruby” Wroblewski, 91, of Espy Street, Hanover section of Nanticoke, passed away Friday afternoon, Jan. 25, 2013, surrounded by his loving family. Born on Nov. 1, 1921 in Glen Lyon, he was a son of the late Chester and Mary Shipp Wroblewski. Ruby took a tremendous amount of pride in our military. He was a World War II veteran, having served with the U.S. Navy aboard PT boats in the Pacific Theater of Operations. Risking it all, he took the chance to serve side by side with his brother Ray on a 10-hour bombing mission. It was surely his positive attitude and dedication to getting the job done right that made that perilous mission a success for two brothers and our country. On Nov. 20, 1948 he married the love of his life, and best friend, the former Eleanor Sokol. Ruby and Eleanor shared over 60 years of happiness, building a loving family together. Ruby admired and took such great pride in his family, and they meant the world to him. It is safe to say his family was everything to him. Ruby was employed at Eberhard Faber in Mountain Top for
Rosemary A. Davis
January 25, 2013
January 29, 2013
14 years. In 1972, he and his wife, Eleanor, established Ruby’s Inn on Espy Street in the Hanover section of Nanticoke. After a hard day’s work, Ruby loved enjoying a drink with his customers and always had a smile on his face. He took great pride in making every experience a good one at Ruby’s Inn and genuinely enjoyed every second of it. Ruby worked side by side with his son Jim. Ruby and Jim were not only father and son, they were also best friends. Ruby taught his son everything he needed to know to follow in his footsteps and taught him well. Up until Ruby’s final days, he was a permanent fixture at his establishment. Ruby will be missed by each and every one of his customers, all of whom he considered to be family. Ruby was a simple man with simple ways. He believed hard work never came easy but love did. A kind word, a gentle smile or a simple hello was no effort for him. Ruby loved and cared about every person whom he met. He simply enjoyed being kind.
He was a member of St. John the Baptist Orthodox Church, Hanover section of Nanticoke; a former member of American Legion Post 350, Nanticoke; the Alden Rod and Gun Club and United Citizens Club, Hanover section of Nanticoke. He was the last member of his immediate family, being preceded in death by his sister, Ceil, and brothers, Raymond, Alfred, Joseph, as well as several brothers- and sisters-in-law. Surviving are his wife of 64 years, Eleanor; a son, James, and his wife, Judy, Pittston; grandchildren, Nicole Wroblewski, Pittston; Kim Colleran and husband Michael, Pittston Township; Michele Wroblewski and fiancé J D Alberola, Nanticoke; great-grandchildren, Giavonna, Abbylynn and Mya; several nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews whom he loved and adored; and several brothers-inlaw and sisters-in-law. Arrangements are by the Davis-Dinelli Funeral Home, 170 E. Broad St., Nanticoke. A requiem service was held in St. John the Baptist Orthodox Church, Front Street, Hanover section of Nanticoke, with the Very Rev. Joseph Martin officiating.
John A. Urban Jan. 29, 2013 the rank of Sgt 1st Class. John was a member of Swoyersville American Legion Post 644. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He was a member of Our Lady of Sorrows Church at St. Monica’s Parish, West Wyoming. John and his wife, the former Marilyn Wilce, celebrated their 45th wedding anniversary Aug. 11, 2012. John is preceded in death by his daughter, Susan Franklin, who passed away in 2008. Surviving in addition to his wife, Marilyn, are his son,
John L. Urban, and his wife Cindy, Nanticoke; granddaughter, Tara; grandson, James; brother, Joseph Urban, and sister, Bernice Urban, both of Plains Township; and aunt, Wanda Deptulski, Churchville, Pa. Funeral services with Military Honors were held Saturday, Feb. 2, 2013, from the Michael J. Mikelski Funeral Home, 293 S. River St., Plains Township, with a Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of Sorrows Church at St. Monica’s Parish, West Eighth Street, West Wyoming. Interment was in Mount Olivet Cemetery, Carverton section of Kingston Township.
Rosemary A. Davis, 86, of Luzerne, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 29 in Mercy Center, Dallas. Born in Pittston on March 25, 1926, she was a daughter of the late John and Mary Brocani Forlenza. She attended Pittston High School. She was a former member of St. Theresa Church, Wilkes-Barre. Rosemary and her husband, Marvin, lived in Washington, D.C. for 18 years, returning in 1969. Prior to her retirement, she was employed parttime for the Wilkes-Barre Area School District. Rosemary enjoyed cooking, astrology, watching CNN and an occasional trip to Pocono Downs. She loved and cherished all her grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Marvin H. Davis,
who passed in 2001, and a brother, John Forlenza Jr. She is survived by a son, Fred A. Davis, and his wife, Lucille, Dallas; a daughter, Debra Goldberg, and her husband, Ken, Devon, Pa.; and grandchildren, Sarah Augustine, Eric, Lynn and Jenna Davis. Blessing service was held Friday morning, Feb. 1, 2013, at the Howell-Lussi Funeral Home, 509 Wyoming Ave. West Pittston. The Rev. James Paisley officiated. Entombment was in Denison Cemetery, Swoyersville. If desired, memorial donations may be sent to Sisters of Mercy, P.O. Box 370, Dallas, PA 18612.
Charles Joseph Karichner January 27, 2013 Charles Joseph “Poppa Chuck” Karichner, age 81, a lifelong resident of Hughestown borough, died Sunday, Jan. 27, 2013, in Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, where he had been a patient for the past several weeks. He had been in ill health for some time. Mr. Karichner was born in Hughestown, son of the late George and Stella Moss Karichner, and attended Hughestown High School. He had been employed in the coal-mining industry at collieries in Luzerne and Lackawanna counties for some time. Prior to his retirement in1995, he had been a heavy-equipment mechanic with Pagnotti Enterprises for more than 40 years. He was a member of the United Mine Workers of America. “Poppa Chuck,” as he was known to family and friends, enjoyed fishing, cooking, canning and repairing old cars and was a die-hard Yankees fan. He liked to bake, and his friends and neighbors received most of his baking creations. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Anna Mae Lewis Karichner, who died in 1975; by a twin
sister, Charlotte J. Chairge, and an infant son, Charles J. Karichner. Surviving are his longtime fiancée, Elizabeth Maureen Connell, at home; a daughter, Mrs. Cheryl Kurre, and her husband, Joseph, Pittston, and son, Charles Jeff Karichner, and his fiancé, Laurie Stead Hammon, Hughestown; sister Joan Daniels and her husband, Albert, Hughestown; grandchildren, Keri Karichner and her fiancé, Mark Chapman, and Charles Hunter Karichner; great-grandchildren, Gia and Alex Chapman, all of Hughestown; several nieces and nephews. Funeral was held Thursday, Jan. 31, 2013, from the H. Merritt Hughes Funeral Home Inc., a Golden Rule Funeral Home, 211 Luzerne Ave., West Pittston, with Mass of Christian Burial in Immaculate Conception Church Worship Site, Corpus Christi Parish, West Pittston, with the Rev. Msgr. John J. Sempa, pastor, as celebrant. Interment was in Memorial Shrine Cemetery, Carverton.
PAGE 43
John A. Urban, of West Wyoming, passed away Tuesday evening, Jan. 29, 2013, at the Hospice Community Care Unit of Geisinger South Wilkes-Barre after a long battle with cancer. Born in Plains Township, he was a son of the late John M. and Helen Ryczek Urban. He was educated in the Plains Township schools and was a graduate of Plains Memorial High School, Class of 1962. He was employed by James Egan and Sons, West Wyoming, before retiring in 1995. He was a member of the Pennsylvania National Guard, retiring in 1987 after 23 years of service where he attained
Stanley “Ruby” Wroblewski
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2013
OBITUARIES
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 201
PAGE 44
OBITUARIES Ethel M. Anderson
Edo M. Fanti
January 26, 2013
January 28, 2013
ator of the Prince Luncheonette and the Forest Hill Bottle Shop of Belleville for many years. She was preceded in death by sisters, Mildred Barletta, Agnes Granahan and Jane Frederickson, and brother Robert A. McDonald. Surviving are two sisters, Thelma Cunard and Dolores Cunard, both of Dickson City; two brothers, Harold “Mac” McDonald, Pittston and Richard McDonald, Scranton; one sister-
Ethel M. Anderson, 81, of Dickson City and formerly of Belleville, N.J., died Saturday morning, Jan. 26, 2013, at Abington Manor in Clarks Summit following an illness. Born Nov. 9, 1931 in Pittston, she was a daughter of the late John H. and Jane (Eustice) McDonald. She was the widow of Russell R. Anderson, who died in 1988. She was a graduate of Pittston High School. Prior to her retirement she was employed by Wallace & Tiernan Inc. of Belleville as an instrument technician. Ethel was also co-owner and oper-
in-law, Arlene Anderson, Duryea; nieces and nephews. A memorial service was conducted Saturday, Feb. 2, 2013, at the Green Ridge Assembly of God Church, 825 Green Ridge St., Scranton. Arrangements are by the Howard J. Snowdon Funeral Home of Scranton. Memorial contributions can be made to the Green Ridge Assembly of God Church, 825 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA 18509. For online condolences, go to www.duffyandsnowdon.com.
William “Uncle Billy” Collins January 30, 2103 William “Uncle Billy” Collins, formerly of New Hyde Park, N.Y. passed away Wednesday, Jan. 30, 2103, in WilkesBarre. Born on Nov. 16, 1934, he was a son of the late Frank and Mildred (Brasel) Collins. He was a businessman and proud owner of CNC Finishing, North Babylon, N.Y. He is preceded in death by his brothers, Robert Collins and Frank Collins; and sisters, Es-
telle Collins and Nan Collins. William is survived by the love of his life, Bette Truscott; brother, Kenneth Collins; nephews, Michael, Billy, Frank, Robert, Bobby, Frank, Kenny, John; nieces, Patricia, Cathy, Donna; great-nieces and great-nephews, Crystal, Bobby, Michael, Anna,
Matthew, Kenny, Frankie, Amanda, Kelly, Joey, John, Melissa, Jessica, Beth, Brittney, Cassidy, Tiffany and Robert. Funeral services are being handled by Graziano Funeral Home Inc., Pittston Township. Funeral services were held at the convenience of the family. To express your condolences to William’s family, please visit www.grazianofuneralhome.com.
Nancy J. Piccolotti January 31, 2013 Nancy J. Piccolotti, of the Hilldale section of Plains Township, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 31, 2013 at the Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. Born in Wilkes-Barre, she was a daughter of the late Carpenter and Alberta Walters Rinus. She was a graduate of Kingston High School and the Empire Beauty School. She belonged to the National Cosmetology Association, Pennsylvania Barber and Cosmetology Association, and was actively involved with the American Cancer Society’s “Look Good … Feel Better” program. Nancy attended church services at Moosic United Methodist Church and Plains United Methodist Church. Nancy was a devoted Christian, loving mother
and grandmother. She enjoyed cooking, baking, evenings out with friends, vacationing and family gatherings. She especially loved spending time with her granddaughters. She was a small lady with a big heart and will be sorely missed. She was the proprietor of the former Bella Capelli Styling Studio on River Street, Plains Township, for many years. Preceding her in death were her husband, Angelo; grandson, Noah; brothers, Vernon and Merlin Rinus; sisters, Margaret Austra and Marion Shaw. Surviving are her children, Angela Piccolotti, Plains Township; Ro-
nald and his wife, Tammy, Winter Park, Fla.; granddaughters, Giana Marie, Sophia Rose; brothers, Donald and his wife, AnnMarie Rinus, Haughton, N.Y.; Walter Rinus, Bradenton, Fla.; sisters, Betty and her husband, Frank Derby, Wyoming; Shirley and her husband, Michael, Vasicak, Wyo.; along with numerous nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to visitation today, Feb. 3, 2013, from 2 until 4 p.m. at the Gubbiotti Funeral Home, 1030 Wyoming Ave., Exeter, followed by services with the Rev. Barbara Roberts of the Moosic United Methodist Church officiating. To send the family an expression of sympathy or an online condolence, please visit www.gubbiottifh.com.
Edo M. Fanti, 84, of Exeter, passed away on Monday, Jan. 28, 2013 at his home, surrounded by his family. Born in Exeter, he was a son of the late Mariano and Nella Tredici Fanti. Edo attended Exeter schools and was a member of St. Barbara Parish at St. Anthony of Padua Church, Exeter, and its Holy Name Society. He was also an usher. He served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War with a tour of duty in Japan with the 1st Cavalry Division. He was a life member of the Exeter Hose Co. #1, where he served as past financial secretary. Edo was also the first chartered president of the Exeter Community Ambulance. He was a member and past president of the Exeter Lions Club from 1979 to 1980, and past chairman of the Region 3 Eye Bank, District 14. He served as past Cub Master of Pack 311 and was involved with the Boy Scouts of America for over 20 years. He also served as past district chairman of the Pathfinders District 2 of Penn Mountain Council, where he received the St. George Emblem on Oct. 26, 1986 and the District Award of Merit. He was employed by Consolidated Cigar Co., with 30 years of service in Berwick. Edo was also last employed as a tax assessor for Luzerne County and served
on the Exeter Borough Council for eight years. Preceding him in death were his sister, Nancy Pantucci; a brother, Armando Fanti; and a daughter-inlaw, Mary Pambianco Fanti. Surviving are his wife of 59 years, the former Anna (Anita) Pivarnik; sons, Mario and his wife, Kelly Fanti, Exeter, and Joseph and his companion, Rita, Exeter; a sister, Valeria Callaio, Exeter; a granddaughter, Jocelyn Fanti; and numerous nieces and nephews. ∝Military funeral services were accorded on Saturday, Feb. 2, 2013, from the Gubbiotti Funeral Home, 1030 Wyoming Ave., Exeter, by the AmVets Honor Guard. A Mass of Christian burial followed in St. Barbara Parish at St. Anthony of Padua Church, Memorial Street, Exeter with the Rev. Daniel Schwebs, O.S.J., officiating. Interment was in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Carverton. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Exeter Lions Club or to the SPCA, 524 E. Main St., WilkesBarre, PA 18702. To send the family an expression of sympathy or an online condolence, please visit www.gubbiottifh.com.
Joseph Paul Reap January 26, 2013 Joseph Paul Reap, 90, formerly of Pittston, and a resident of Highland Manor, Exeter, passed away Saturday, Jan. 26, 2013, at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. He was a son of the late Michael and Lucille Reap. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. Prior to retiring in 1989, Joseph was employed by the Pittston Area School District as a custodian. He was an avid L.A. Dodgers, Notre Dame and Pittsburgh Steelers fan. He was preceded in death by
his wife, the former Madeline Hoover, who passed away in 2001, and two brothers. Surviving are his sons, Michael Reap, West Wyoming; Paul Reap, Wilkes-Barre; daughters, Shirley Warbock, West Wyoming; Lucille Williams, Wilkes-Barre; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Private services have been entrusted to Kniffen O’Malley Funeral Home Inc., 728 Main St., Avoca.
Annabelle L. Casagrande, 87, of West Wyoming, passed away on Sunday, Jan. 27, 2013, at the Celtic Hospice Community Care, Geisinger South WilkesBarre hospital. Born in Plains Township, on April 25, 1925, she was the daughter of the late Noe and Maria Gelso Ninotti. Annabelle attended Plains schools and was a member of St. Monica’s Parish at Our Lady of Sorrows Church, 8th Street, West Wyoming. She also belonged to the Wyoming/ West Wyoming Senior Citizens Club. Prior to retiring, Annabelle worked in the local garment industry and was a talented seamstress who enjoyed sewing, crocheting and needlepoint. She was also an excellent cook. Her homemade ravioli were a traditional Christmas treat. Annabelle’s greatest joys, however, were watching her six granddaughters grow up and
Annabelle L. Casagrande
Anthony L. Ellis
January 27, 2013
January 27, 2013
then becoming a great-grandmother to Mason Fisher and her namesake, Annabelle Fisher. She and her husband, Armonde, recently noted their 64th wedding anniversary on Jan. 22. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Bruno, Guerino, Attilio and Noah. Surviving are her husband, Armonde; a son, Armonde Casagrande, and his wife, Nancy, Exeter; and a daughter, Maria Kepich, and her husband, Daniel, Bath, N.Y.; granddaughters, Amy Casagrande, Wyoming; Lisa Fisher and her husband, Jed, Clarkville, Tenn.; Alicia, Jacey, Jenna and Danielle Kepich, and great-grandchildren, Mason and Annabelle Fisher, and a sister, Carmella
Barrouk, Wilkes-Barre, along with several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held on Thursday, Jan. 31, 2013 from the Gubbiotti Funeral Home, 1030 Wyoming Ave., Exeter, with a Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of Sorrows Church of St. Monica’s Parish, West Wyoming. Interment was in Mount Olivet Cemetery, Carverton. Annabelle’s family would like to extend their thanks to the staff of Wesley Village and to Celtic Healthcare for the kind and compassionate care shown to her in her final days. Memorial donations, if desired, may be made to the American Heart Association of Northeastern Pa., 613 Baltimore Drive, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702. To send the family an expression of sympathy or an online condolence, please visit www.gubbiottifh.com.
Alice Puscavage January 26, 2013 ston Tomato Festival. She had many interests, including embroidery and sewing. She was very proud of her Lithuanian heritage. Alice always kept traditions which were especially appreciated by her late son-in-law, Kenneth. Before retiring she was a publicity director for the Knights of Lithuania Council 143, where she also received her 3rd Degree. She and her husband, John, proudly attended the National Conventions of the Knights of Lithuania as delegates. Alice was very active in her life, working when younger as a volunteer for the Duryea Ambulance Association, being associated with the Democratic organization and acting as an inspector at the polls and serving as treasurer in St. Joseph’s Rosary Society. She was a member of the Holy Rosary Christian Mothers during her daughter’s schooling.
Mrs. Puscavage was also an active supporter of the Wyoming Valley Girl Scout Council, acting in leadership positions with the Penn’s Woods Girl Scout Council in Troops 173 and 199. Because of her efforts, Duryea Girl Scouts were able to be the first ones locally to achieve 1st Class Ranking. She was a very kind and generous person and a loving and wonderful mother. Alice was loved and admired by all who knew her. Her kindness and loving ways will be missed. Her husband, John, preceded her in death in 1992. Surviving is her daughter, Dr. Alyce M. Zura. Interment was in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Duryea. A memorial Mass will be held at a later date. Arrangements were by Kizis-Lokuta Funeral Home, 134 Church St., Pittston.
and wife Beth, Mountain Top; Peter Ellis and wife Mary Ann, Bartonsville; stepsons, Ronald D’Eliseo and wife Brenda, Duryea; Anthony D’Eliseo and wife Angela, Laflin; stepdaughter Mary Ann Sromoski and husband Adam, West Pittston; sister Celia Thomas, Massachusetts; 12 grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank Dr. Gerald Gibbons, the staff at Geisinger Wyoming Valley and Wesley Village for the kind and compassionate care given to Tony during his illness. The funeral was Thursday, Jan. 31, 2013, from the HowellLussi Funeral Home, 509 Wyoming Ave., West Pittston, with Mass of Christian Burial in Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, St. Joseph Marello Parish, William Street, Pittston. Interment with military honors was in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Hanover Township. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to Earthly Angels, 140 Main St., 2nd Floor, Luzerne, PA 18709 which benefits autistic children.
Jasper J. Butera January 26, 2013 Jasper J. Butera, a resident of Jenkins Township, died Saturday, Jan. 26, 2013, in WilkesBarre General Hospital. Born in Pittston on Oct. 11, 1930, he was a son of the late Leonard and Mary (Montante) Butera. He was a graduate of Pittston High School, class of 1950, and worked as a tradesman painter instructor at Chase State Correctional Institution, Dallas. He worked for most of his career as a residential painter. Jasper also was a former business agent for the Scranton Painters’ Union. During the time he spared away from painting, Jasper was an avid gardener. Preceding him in death were sisters, Leona Butera, Ann Lukasik, Concetta (Connie) Bar-
toli. He is survived by wife, Rosemarie (Savokinas) Butera; sons, Leonard Butera, Jenkins Township; Joseph and his wife, Diana Butera, Avoca; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral services were held Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2013, from the Graziano Funeral Home Inc., Pittston Township, with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Joseph Marello Parish (Our Lady of Mt. Carmel R.C. Church) Pittston. Interment was in St. Rocco’s Cemetery, Pittston Township. To share a fond memory of Jasper or to express online condolences, visit www.grazianofuneralhome.com.
PAGE 45
Alice Puscavage went in glory to be with God and her beloved husband, John J. Puscavage, on Saturday, Jan. 26. She was born in Duryea and was a life resident. Alice was the daughter of the late Anna Rice and Joseph Nametka, a graduate of Duryea High School, a former parishioner of St. Joseph’s Lithuanian Church, Duryea, and a most recent parishioner of Nativity of Our Lord, Duryea. The most important role in her life was that of being a devoted wife and mother. Next to the love she felt for her family, Alice also had a passion for cooking and gardening. Many clergy, friends and neighbors enjoyed her good cooking. When she entered local and national contests she received many prizes. Top honors were given for her rhubarb cheesecake. Her tomato jelly recipe was a big hit during the beginnings of the Pitt-
Anthony L. Ellis, 83, of Laflin, passed away Sunday, Jan. 27, 2013, in United Methodist Homes, Wesley Village Campus, Jenkins Township, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Wilkes Barre, June 26,1929, son of the late Peter and Rose Decker Ellis. He attended GAR High School and served in the U.S. Army from 1950 to 1956. He was a veteran of the Korean War. Tony was a member of St. Joseph Marello Parish, Pittston, and St. George Maronite Church, Wilkes Barre. He served on St. George Maronite Parish Council and was the recipient of the Massabki Award, and was a member of the Kassab Joseph Post. He owned and operated Anthony L. Ellis Scrap Metal Co. for more than 65 years. He was preceded in death by his wives, Madeline Elias Ellis, 1976; Mary Jane Elias Ellis, 1984; sisters Margaret Morrin, Alyce Thomas, Sadie Osanni, Theresa Banashefski, Ann Shehwen and Jean Zuczek; one brother, Leo Ellis; stepdaughter Michele D’Eliseo, 2007. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Virginia Lussi D’Eliseo Ellis; sons, Anthony Ellis
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2013
OBITUARIES
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 201
PAGE 46
OBITUARIES Cecelia Shura, 96, of Wyoming, passed away peacefully on Friday, Jan. 25, 2013, at Calvert Memorial Hospital, Prince Frederick, Md., surrounded by her family. Cecelia was born in Wyoming, on June 4, 1916, in the same home she lived in all her life until recently. She was the daughter of the late John and Anna Warganin. Cecelia attended St. Cecilia School in Exeter, and was employed by the General Cigar factory in Forty Fort and later at Emkay factory in Wyoming. She was a member of St. Cecilia’s Church of St. Barbara’s Parish and its Altar and Rosary Society. Spending time with her family, cooking and baking, and especially Christmas, kept her busy and happy. While they were able, she and her husband, John, enjoyed traveling and took many enjoyable trips together. The last two years of her life she
Cecelia Shura
Martha M. Fidrych
January 25, 2013
January 31, 2013
spent living with her daughter, Rita, and son-inlaw, Tom, in Solomons Island, Md. She also enjoyed spending time in Webster, N.Y., with her son, Bud, and his family. She was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, John, on March 24, 1997. Cecelia was the youngest and last survivor of six sisters: Mary Kleback, Helen Zavada, Agnes Zavada, Anna Chonka and Irene Warganin. Also preceding her in death was her daughter-inlaw, Phyllis Shura. Surviving are her daughter, Rita Endrusick, and her husband, Tom, of Solomons Island, Md,; son, John (Bud) of Webster, N.Y.; five grandchildren, Ray, Gary and Tom Endrusick, Alan Shura and Rene Sudore, and 16 great-grandchildren.
Pallbearers will be grandsons, Ray, Gary, Tom and Joseph Endrusick, Alan Shura and Mike Sudore. Honorary pallbearers will be great-grandsons, Scott and Brett Endrusick, Anthony Shura and Michael Sudore. Mother is no longer sick, fragile or aging; now she is living the new life of being in total union with Christ. She had a great devotion to the Blessed Mother and prayed to her daily. Funeral was held on Friday, Feb. 1, 2013, from Bednarski Funeral Home, 168 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming, with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Cecilia’s Church of St. Barbara’s Parish, Exeter. Interment was in St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Cedar Street, Exeter. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Cecilia’s Church of St. Barbara’s Parish, Exeter, in memory of Cecelia.
Malachi (Buzzy) J. Carey January 30, 2013
Malachi (Buzzy) J. Carey, 75, of Pittston, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 30, 2013, at his home. Born in Harding, he was a son of the late Malachi H. and Margaret Williams Carey. He attended West Pittston schools and was a U.S. Air Force veteran. He was a member of the
West Pittston American Legion. Preceding him in death were a sister, Frances Kizewich, and a brother, Donald Carey. Surviving are his brother, Charles Carey, of Pittston, and a sister-inlaw, Maureen Carey, Wyoming. Memorial Mass will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2013, in
Our Lady of Sorrows Church of St. Monica’s Parish, Eighth Street, West Wyoming. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Gubbiotti Funeral Home, 1030 Wyoming Ave., Exeter. For more information, please visit www.gubbiottifh.com.
Elizabeth Agnes Troy January 31, 2013 Elizabeth Agnes Troy passed away peacefully on Jan. 31, 2013, in Hospice Care at Hampton House Nursing Home, Hanover Township. Born May 17, 1926, Elizabeth was a daughter of the late Vito and Agnes Lena Brown of West Wyoming. She attended Exeter High School. On Aug. 2, 1947, she married George W. Troy, a U.S. Army lieutenant, of Wyoming. In 1949, Lt. and Mrs. Troy were stationed in Germany and remained there until 1952. The couple visited many sites in Europe before returning to the United States in 1952.
Elizabeth loved to travel, spending many summers in Wildwood, N.J., and Ocean City, Md. She especially loved Chinese food and Friday night pizza gatherings with family. She also enjoyed line dancing with friends. “Memmo,” as she was affectionately known to those closest to her, is survived by her husband of 66 years, George W. Troy, Lt. U.S. Army retired; son George L. Troy, Pittston; son, Bruce D. Troy and his wife, Roberta, Kingston Township; her granddaughter, Jillian L. Gilroy and her husband, Matthew, West Wyoming; and the three lights
of her life, great-grandchildren Masters Theodore and Timothy and Lady Grace. She now joins her beloved daughter, Cathy Jean Troy, who passed away on Feb. 2, 1983. Funeral services will be at the convenience of the family from the Metcalfe-ShaverKopcza Funeral Home Inc., 504 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations on Elizabeth’s behalf may go to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. It was her favorite and most welldeserved charity.
Martha M. Fidrych, 91, Wyoming, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2013, at the Hospice of the V.N.A. Inpatient Unit at St. Luke’s Hospice, Wilkes-Barre. Born Oct. 31, 1921 in WilkesBarre, Martha was a daughter of the late Frank and Brontislawa (Beatrice) Chulvick. She was a graduate of G.A.R. High School, Class of1939 and attended Wilkes-Barre Business School, graduating in1941with an Associates Degree. Martha remained a well-known, successful businesswoman in the area. Throughoutherlifesheownedand operated Plains Meat Market, Parsons Theater Hall Catering, The Castle Inn, Dallas, and Martha’s Bridal in her home at Harveys Lake.Shehadmanytalentsandenjoyed reading, crocheting, sewing, traveling and playing bingo. Martha was a member of Saint Barbara’s Parish, Exeter. She was well loved by everyone who knew her. The family would like to thank Dr. James Galasso for his support of Martha and her family. She was preceded in death by her husband, John, on April 19, 2003; brothers, John, Frank, Joseph, Edward; and sister, Sophie Poplasky. Sheissurvivedbyherdaughters, Jane Barbacci and her husband,
Basil, Harveys Lake, Camille Fidrych, Tampa, Fla. and Toni Henry, Tampa; granddaughter and caretakers Daria Kleback and her husband, Joseph, Wyoming; grandsons, Dr. Darren Barbacci and his wife, Kristen, Harrisburg, Douglas Barbacci and his wife, Kim, Harveys Lake and Dr. Damon Barbacci and his wife, Layle, York, Pa.; greatgrandchildren, Angela and Joseph Kleback, Olivia and Erik Barbacci, Ella Barbacci, Isabella Sabin and Quentin Barbacci. Funeral services were held Saturday, Feb. 2, 2013, at the Jendrzejewski Funeral Home, 21 N. Meade St., Wilkes-Barre, with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Cecilia’s Church, Wyoming Avenue, Exeter. The Rev. Vincent J. Dang was Celebrant. Interment was in St. Mary’s Maternity Cemetery, West Wyoming. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, P.O. Box 96011, Washington, D.C. 20090-6011; Celtic Healthcare, 601 Wyoming Ave., Kingston, PA 18704; or Hospice Care of the V.N.A., 80 E. Northampton St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701.
Dorothy L. Vilchock January 28, 2013 Dorothy L. Vilchock, 67, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 28, 2013 at Lancaster General Hospital. Born January 9, 1946 in Duryea, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Dorothy A. (Blanchard) Skurjunis. She was married to Joseph Vilchock for over 45 years. Joseph died on June 2, 2012. Surviving are two children; Joseph Vilchock, Jr. of New Jersey and Jill Vilchock, of Lancaster. Private funeral services and interment will be at the convenience of the family. To submit an on-line condolence visit: www.scheidfuneralhome.com Arrangements are by the An-
drew T. Scheid Funeral Home, Millersville, Pa. In Loving M em ory
M a rie H ornick 1/19/38 to 2/7/12
G od saw you grow ing w eary, A cu re notm eantto b e, So h e w rapped h isloving A rm sarou nd you , A nd w h ispered,com e follow m e. W e w ill Love and M issYou Forever, H u sba n d,D a u ghters,G ra n dson , S on -in -L a w,W in ston a n d Riley
Robert J. Ripa of Exeter, passed away Thursday, Jan. 31, 2013. He was a son of the late Charles and Margaret Ripa. Robert was a U.S. Navy veteran, a retired school teacher and principal at Wyoming Area School District. Robert was an avid gol-
Robert J. Ripa
Donald E. Lunger
January 31, 2013
January 28, 2013
fer, who won many golf tournaments at Emanon Country Club. He loved his family, crossword puzzles, his yard and his Volkswagen Beetle. Surviving are his loving wife of 55 years, Christine; daughter, Ann Marie Kachmarsky, Exeter; two grandchil-
dren, James and Michael. He will truly be missed by his family who loves him dearly. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements by HowellLussi Funeral Home West Pittston.
Alice E. Berger Dunsmuir January 30, 2013 Alice E. Berger Dunsmuir, 70, Pittston, died Wednesday, Jan. 30, 2013, in Wilkes-Barre. Born Nov. 22, 1942, a daughter of the late Al and Grace VanLuvender Mitten, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Raymond J. Berger. Surviving are her husband, Archie; sons, Raymond, Randy and wife, Doreen, and Ke-
Church, 1001 Main St., Avoca, with interment to follow. Friends may call10:30 a.m. until services. Donations may be made to Geisinger Wyoming Valley’s Henry Cancer Center or the Griffin Pond Animal Shelter. Arrangements by Thomas P. Kearney Funeral Home Inc., 517 N. Main St., Old Forge.
James L. Conlon Jr. January 29, 2013 In spite of his full time job as a newspaper man, Jim with his friend Ray McGarry started NE Penn Salvage Co. in 1970. Jim took over the business a few years later. NE Penn Salvage Co had been in business for 35 years and employed over 25 people. NE Penn Salvage Co. served as an agent for many insurance companies and auctioned over 200 vehicles per week. In 2006, the family sold the business to Adesa Impact. Jim had been a member of the Jenkins Township Volunteer Fire Department since 1948 and served as Fire Chief from 1970 through 1991. He also belonged to the Luzerne County Fire Chiefs Association and the Greater Pittston Mutual Aid. Jim was also a member of the Greater Pittston Friendly Sons of St. Patrick, Fox Hill Country Club, Knights of Columbus JFK Council #372 as a Fourth Degree Knight; VFW Dupont, American Legion in West Pittston, and a life long member of St. Mark’s Church in Inkerman until its clo-
sure and became a member of St. Maria Goretti Church in Laflin. Jim is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, the former Jean McGarry; children, James III and his wife, Colleen; Mary Jo and her husband, Richard Pacchioni; William and his wife, Maureen; Robert and his wife, Karen; and Maureen and her husband, Joseph Fetchko. Also surviving are eight grandchildren, Kathryn, James IV, Kelly, Mary Kate, William Jr, Michael, Megan Conlon and Molly Jean Fetchko. Funeral services were Saturday, February 2, 2013 from the Peter J. Adonizio Funeral Home, 251 William Street, Pittston with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Maria Goretti Church, Laflinwith full military honors by the Dupont VFW Post #4909. Interment was in St. John the Evangelist Cemetery, Pittston. Memorial donations may be made to St. John the Evangelist Care and Concern Clinic; The Children’s Clothes Closet or to the Greater Pittston Food Pantry at 35 William Street, Pittston, PA 18640. On-line condolences may be made atwww.peterjadoniziofuneralhome.com
and enjoyed golfing with family and friends. In particular, he loved his garden and was very proud of how it looked. Don enjoyed the time he spent with his grandchildren as they participated in horseback-riding events and other sports. Don was preceded in death by brothers, Vernon and James Lunger; and sisters Marguerite Roberts and Dorothy Heinrich. Surviving is his wife of 64 years, Emilie Kerlin Lunger; a son, Edward Lunger, Tunkhannock; daughter, Judy Johnson, Falls; grandchildren, Amy Yuhas and husband George, Falls, and Melissa Harvey, Los Angeles, Calif.; great-grandchildren, Courtney Garrett and Olivia Yuhas; brothers, Robert and wife Jane, Dalton; Leo and wife Evelyn, Shrewsbury, Pa., and Furman and wife Dorothy, Springville; and a sister, Annabelle Sands, Tunkhannock. Funeral services were on Friday, Feb. 1, 2013, from the Lake Winola United Methodist Church with the Rev. Joan Dodson officiating. Interment was in Chapel Lawn Cemetery in Dallas. Arrangements were by the Sheldon-Kukuchka Funeral Home, 73 W. Tioga St., Tunkhannock. Those wishing may make memorial contributions to the Tunkhannock Kiwanis Most Improved Student of the Year award, P.O. Box 419, Tunkhannock, PA 18657. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.sheldonkukuchkafuneralhome.com.
FUNERAL SERVICES INC. 255 MCALPINE STREET, DURYEA, PA 18641 (570) 457-4387 MARK KIESINGER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR and SUPERVISOR
PAGE 47
James L. Conlon, Jr., 86, a life long resident of Inkerman, Jenkins Township, passed away at home on Tuesday, January 29, 2013 surrounded by his family. Born on June 17, 1926 to the late James and Mary McAndrew Conlon, he graduated from Jenkins Township High School in June of1944. He was drafted into the United States Army in September of 1944 and served overseas with the Third Army, 90thDivision and fought in campaigns in Central Europe and Rhineland, Germany. Upon his discharge from the Army in August of 1946, Jim retuned home and completed his apprenticeship in the stereotype department of the International Color Company. In 1956, he took a position with the Wilkes-Barre Record. Jim worked for the Record until they went on strike in 1978. Prior to the strike, he served on the Unity Council as treasurer. The striking newspaper men and women went on to begin the publication of the Citizens’ Voice. At the Citizens’ Voice, Jim was a member of the Board of Directors and foreman of the Plate Department until his retirement in 1989.
vin Berger; daughter, Kimberly Schneider and husband, Kevin; sister, Lucille Bolock and husband, Robert; brother, Albert Mitten; sisters, Ruth Thompson and Norma Harding; grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2013, 11 a.m. at Langcliffe Presbyterian
Donald E. Lunger, Whites Ferry Road, Falls, passed away at home on Monday, Jan. 28. He was born in Benton Township, Columbia County, on June 27, 1924. He was a son of the late Furman and Mary Edwards Lunger. He attended Benton High School and served with the U.S. Marine Corps during World War II. For many years he worked for the American Breeder Service, breeding cows in Wyoming, Bradford and Susquehanna counties. He retired in 1990 from the AAA Motor Club of Scranton. Don enjoyed playing baseball and played on an AA baseball team in the Allentown area before moving to Wyoming County. For many years he served as a Little League and teener coach for the Christie Mathewson Little League. He was an avid bowler, bowling in many local leagues. Don was a member of the Black Walnut Legion Post 510 and the Lake Winola United Methodist Church, where he served as Sunday school teacher and helped with the preparation of their annual venison dinner. He was an active member in the Tunkhannock Kiwanis Club and was one of the main organizers for the Kiwanis Wyoming County Fair in 1986. Don was the longest-standing chair of the agricultural area for the fair. He was the recipient of the Kiwanis International Hixson Award in 2001 and in the Tunkhannock Area Middle School Builders Club Community Service Award in 1999. He was an avid Phillies fan
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2013
OBITUARIES
SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 201
PAGE 48
NEW WRAPS NEW TUNA • ITALIAN • TURKEY BUFFALO CHICKEN • CHEESE STEAK MORE GREAT ITEMS: BUFFALO BITES • HONEY BBQ WINGS COBB SALAD & CHEESESTEAK PIZZA
Call On Our Great Fundraisers Try Our Delicious
WINGS
Gift Certificates Available
HOURS: Mon. - Thurs. 11 to 9 Rt. 11 Bypass • Pittston Commons, Pittston, PA Fri. & Sat. 11 to 10 • Sun. 12 to 9
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK
655-0001
GREATER PITTSTON HOME & BUSINESS DELIVERY – 7 Days A Week! Check out delivery coupon specials listed below
Featuring Ice Cold BEER
Serving Greater Pittston For Over 48 Years
6 Packs & Mugs
OPEN TODAY 12:00 to 9:00 GIANT TV SCREENS UNTIL 9PM (AND EVERY SUNDAY) WATCH THE GAME ON OUR 2
12 CUTS OF PIZZA ONLY $9.99 CHICKEN WINGS ONLY 50¢ Each S
RAVEN
Sold in 6 or 12 pieces only EAT IN ONLY
49e
rs
GAME ON UNTIL 9P.M. ON OUR 2 GIANT TV SCREENS
• Miller Lite & Coors Light Buckets (5 Bottles only $7.00) • Frosted Mugs - only $1.25 • 16 oz. Drafts - only $2.00
EAT IN OR PICK UP ONLY
ALL THESE SPECIALS GOOD EVERY SUN. & MON. UNBAKED PIZZA GOOD EVERY FRI.
Buy 18 Cuts of Unbaked Pizza & GET 6 CUTS FREE Buy 24 Cuts of Unbaked Pizza & GET 12 CUTS FREE Buy 12 Cuts of Baked or Unbaked & GET 1 GIANT HOT DOG FREE Buy 24 Cuts of Baked or Unbaked & GET 3 GIANT HOT DOGS FREE *These Pizza Specials do not include White Pizza, Broccoli Pizza, Fresh Tomato & Garlic Pizza or Cheese Steak Pizza
30 50 75 PIECE PIECE PIECE
1445 $2395 $3495
$
Only
1 Side
Only
2 Sides
Only
3 Sides
Free Side of Bleu Cheese & Celery
NO COUPON NEEDED
NO COUPON NEEDED FOR ONLINE ORDERING VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.SAVOSPIZZA.COM
SUPER COUPON SPECIALS S S EAT IN TAKE OUT DELIVERY
12 CUTS PIZZA AND 12 WINGS ONLY
$16.90
Not valid with other offers, coupons or specialty pizzas SAVO’S expires 3/30/13
12 CUTS PIZZA ONLY
$4.99
WHEN YOU BUY 12 CUTS AT REG. PRICE Not valid with other offers, coupons or specialty pizzas SAVO’S expires 3/30/13
PARTY PACK 24 CUTS PIZZA
ONLY
$9.95
WHEN YOU BUY 24 CUTS AT REG. PRICE Not valid with other offers, coupons or specialty pizzas SAVO’S expires 3/30/13
➛
SUNDAY DISPATCH
Social Section S
O
C
I
A
S E C T I O N
L
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2013 PAGE 1B
Inside WA formal.........................2 Birthdays............................3 Faith ...............................5, 6 Classified......................7-12
B
Brian Michael Walsh, Kristen Leigh Volinski
Leigh, Walsh are engaged Brianne Battista, Ryan Nolan
Battista, Nolan plan nuptials Brianne Battista and Ryan Nolan, of Exeter, together with their families, happily announce their engagement and upcoming marriage. Miss Battista is the daughter of Kenneth and Roberta Battista, of Duryea. She works as a School Psychologist at the Delaware Valley School District. Mr. Nolan is the son of Ruth Nolan, of Piscataway, N.J., and the late Jack Nolan. He is employed at Kraft Foods in Wilkes-Barre. Miss Battista and Mr. Nolan have known each other their entire lives as their parents are longtime friends. Their engagement and wedding will be a celebration for the entire family. The couple will exchange vows on June 29, 2013, at St. Mary’s Church, Avoca. The ceremony will be followed by a reception at the Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel, Scranton.
Mr. and Mrs. Walter Volinski, of Swoyersville proudly announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Kristen Leigh, to Brian Michael Walsh, son of Mr. John Walsh, of West Pittston, and the late Patricia Walsh. Miss Volinski is the granddaughter of the late William and Ruth Phillips and the late Frank Volinski and Eleanor Volinski Mahon. Mr. Walsh is the grandson of Mary Walsh and the late Leo Walsh and Lena Lynch and the late Joseph Lynch. The bride-to-be is a 2002 graduate of Wyoming Valley West High School and a 2006 graduate of East Stroudsburg University where she earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology. She is employed as a Therapeutic Staff Support with Children’s Behavioral Health Services. The prospective groom is a 2002 graduate of Wyoming Area High School. He is employed as a Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician with Davita. The couple will exchange vows Sept. 7 at Irem Temple Country Club followed by a cocktail hour and reception.
Members of the Barbershop Harmony Society participating in the Singing Valentines are, from left, Pictured Raymond Patsko, of Wilkes-Barre, chorus director; and Phil Brown, of Shavertown, assistant director.
Barbershoppers plan singing Valentines Lou Volpetti, of Pittston, president of the Barbershop Harmony Society, announces that singing valentines will be delivered on Valentines Day, Feb. 14 by quartets of the Wilkes-Barre Chapter. The surprise valentines are delivered between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. by formal-attired quartets performing two songs and pre-
senting candy, a rose and card from the admirer, all for $50. Community service projects of the chapter benefit from the Singing Valentines. This year’s proceeds will benefit the St. Vincent DePaul Kitchen in WilkesBarre. Information may be obtained by calling 285-4810 or 6963385.
WV Veterans Center hosts tour Wilkes-Barre Veterans Center recently hosted the president’s tour for the Pennsylvania American Legion, Auxiliary and Sons of the American Legion Presidents. Participants toured the hospital and community living center and presented each veteran with a Christmas card and canteen books. From
left, seated, are Lucy Piccoletti and Lucille Petro, Auxiliary Unit 585, Duryea. Second row, Barbara J. Lysic, Pennsylvania Auxiliary president; Stephanie Piccoletti, Unit 585; Marion Kunigonis; Unit 672 Plains and Hospital Deputy’ Santa Sam, American Legion; Melissa Hrinya, Veteran’s Affairs and Reha-
bilitation Chairman; and Ann Edwards, Wilkes-Barre VA Auxiliary Hospital Representative. After the tour, the auxiliary held its Christmas Gift Shoppe where veterans each received a sweatsuit and were able to shop for gifts for their spouses and family members.
Suzuki Strings students perform As part of Luzerne County’s Christmas celebration, the YOUniversal Suzuki Strings performed during the holiday season for a noontime audience in the rotunda of the Luzerne County
Courthouse. Shown here in front of the Christmas tree after their concert are, from left, first row, are Eliana Parra, Wyoming; Ella Lowe, Bethlehem; and Margaret Mihalick, Shavertown. Second
row, Sarah Newman, WilkesBarre; Christina Schuler, Shavertown; Mary Ann Saylor, director and teacher; Hannah Pacchioli, Barnesville; and Emily Pacchioli, Barnesville.
W YO M I N G A R E A N E WS
Eighth-grader Mitchell Higley was the winner of a Geography Bee at Wyoming Area.
Wyoming Area seventh and eighthgrade students competed on Jan. 11 and 15 for the opportunity to participate in a state-wide geography bee. The students had to pass a written exam and then a verbal competition. Approximately 150 students participated in what will be an annual geography bee.
Geography Bee held at WA
Winners of a Wyoming Area Geography Bee and their teachers are, from left, first row, Alex Gonzales, seventhgrader who tied for second place; Winner Mitchell Higley, eighth-grader; and Mark Minichello (seventh-grader who tied for secondnd place. Second row, teachers Jason Speece, Ashley Aritz and Erica Gillespie-Bartoli.
The top 10 finalists of the Wyoming Area Geography Bee are, from left, first row, Anthony Nardell, Brandon Williams, Leroy Philhower. Second row, Mark Minichello, Alex Gonzales, Ray Knaub, Kyle Poepperling, Dave Alberigi, Maddy Beppler and Mitchell Higley.
PAGE 2B
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2013
➛
S
C
H
O
O
L
S
SUNDAY DISPATCH
W YO M I N G A R E A N E WS
WA holds winter Snowflake Ball T
he Wyoming Area Winter Formal, “The Snowflake Ball,” was recently held at the Best Western East Mountain Inn in Plains Township. Wyoming Valley DJ provided music for the event. King and Queen of The Snowflake Ball were Carmen Mauriello and Serra Degnan. Senior class advisors are Mr. Leo Lulewicz and Mrs. Juel Anne Klepadlo.
At left, King and Queen of the Wyoming Area Winter Formal are Serra Degnan and Carmen Mauriello. At right, Wyoming Area senior class officers are, from left, first row, Kelly Bauman, Katie Higgins, Kate Kross, vice president; Leslie Shumlas. Second row, Liam Holden, secretary; Andrew Coco, treasurer; Chris Tirva and Jared Saporito, president.
Having a good time at the Wyoming Area Winter Formal are, from left, seated, Elizabeth Zekas, Ashley O'Valle, Katie Tibus and Emily Smith. Standing, Chris Gunsior, Mark O'Hara, Curtis Hosey and Alex Krispin.
Taking a break from activities at the Wyoming Area Winter Formal are, from left, seatedAdrienne Przybyla, Courtney Melvin, Leslie Shumlas, Mari Taggart and Devaney Wood. Standing, from left, Dylan Pegg, Nick Esposito, Jared Saporito, Mike Cipriani and Joe Taylor.
Posing for a picture at the Wyoming Area Winter Formal are, from left, seated, Amanda Gallagher, Sabrina Scott, Olivia Kolesar, Jordyn Paluch. Standing, Adam Werner, Eric Filipiak, Stephen Barush, Jared Jackiewicz and Carl Zielinski.
Having fun at the Wyoming Area Winter Formal are, from left, seated, Bianca Lupio, Jordan Chiavacci, Rebecca Johnson and Brittany Speck. Standing,Tyler Kovalcin, Brad Truscavage, Keith Moran and John Tome.
Shown at the Wyoming Area Winter Formal are, from left, seated, Emily Kneeream, Faith Musinski, Sally Delucca and Gabrielle Alberigi. Standing, Anthony Capozucca, Casey McAndrew, Joe Erzar and Gene Galuska.
Taking a break from fun at the Wyoming Area Winter Formal are, from left, seated, Brittany Lemardy, Anna Malsky, Alex Dougherty and Rachel Leandri. Standing, Andy Schutz, Nick Heck, Zach Mulhern and Kyle Davis.
Shown at the Wyoming Area Winter Formal are, from left, seated, Katie Higgins, Mariah Bellanco, Samantha Amos, Kelly Bauman and Alyssa Bellotti. Standing, Andrew Coco, Liam Holden and John Hizny.
Enjoying the Wyoming Area Winter Formal are, from left, seated, Kayla Perlis, Megan Bonomo, Sherry Klaproth and Hope Crawn. Standing, Ronald Robinson, Chris Wall, Billy Romanowski and Eric Smith.
Shown at the Wyoming Area Winter Formal are, from left, seated, Kate Kross, Kalene Belles, Nicole Olaviany, Nicole Turner and Nicole Dileo. Standing, Chris Tirva, Jeff Skursky, Frankie Yurek, Chris Becker and Alex Gercak.
Enjoying the Wyoming Area Winter Formal are, from left, seated, Jess Martin, Ashley Klein, Maria Marianacci, Cassie Lescavage and Hannah Troy. Standing, Carmen Ciampi, Nick Dominick, Joey Campbell, Jay Rose and John Bankus.
➛
SUNDAY DISPATCH
B
I
R
H
T
D
A
Y
S
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2013 PAGE 3B
HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Emily Bellanco
Louise Ide
Emily Bellanco, daughter of Sam and Tammy Bellanco, of West Pittston will celebrate her 12th birthday on Feb. 4. She is the granddaughter of Sam and Felicia Bellanco, of Hughestown and Darla and the late Henry Englehart, of West Nanticoke. She is the great-granddaughter of Elizabeth Weston, of Hunlock Creek. Emily has a brother, Joseph. She plays field hockey for Wyoming Area.
Matthew Newcomer
Louis Joseph Ide, son of Randy and Lisa Ide, of Pittston celebrated his second birthday on Feb. 2. He is the grandson of Louis and Andrea Bocci, of Wyoming; Helen Otley, of Archbald; and the late Randy Ide. He is the greatgrandson of Frances Poluske, of Wyoming; and the late Joseph Poluske, the late Donald and Alberta Ide, the late Fernando and Jean Bocci and the late Frank and Ann Zelonis.
Matthew Newcomer, son of Diane and Joseph Newcomer, of Leesburg, VA, will celebrate his 11th birthday on Monday, Feb. 4. His mother is the former Diane Kundrat, of Duryea. His grandparents are Rosemary and Bob Kundrat, of Duryea and Jay and the late Genevieve Newcomer, of Florida. Matthew is a fifthgrade student at Tolbert Elementary School in Leesburg. He is a Webelo Scout ,moving up to Boy Scouts, a member of Pthe otomac Station Sailfish swimming team and a member of the Odyssey of the Mind Club.
Molly Blaskiewicz
Giuliana Dominick Giuliana Celia Dominick, daughter of Joseph and Maria (Gubitose) Dominick, of Tampa, FL will celebrate her fifth birthday on Feb. 6. Her grandparents are Freddy and Patty Gubitose, of Pittston; Paul and Helen Dominick, of Dunellen, NJ; and Robert and Marlene Kosenak, of Swoyersville. Her godparents are Heather Serino Koss and the late Sam Nardone. Giuliana has a brother, Paulie, 2 years old. She attends Carrollwood Day School and her hobbies include creative dance, ballet and soccer. An Enchanted Princess party was held for Giuliana and her friends at Sweet & Sassy Salon & Spa.
Angelia Casale Angelia Margaret Casale, daughter of Tony and Heather Casale, celebrated her first birthday on Jan. 12. Her grandparents are Tony and Pat Casale, of Pittston and Dwight and Donna Kneal, of Mountaintop. Great-grandparents are Nellie Kubik, of Plains and Margaret Kneal, of Mountaintop. A party was held in Angelia’s honor at Marysville Hose Company.
Molly Marie Blaskiewicz, daughter of Tom and Liz Blaskiewicz, of West Pittston, will celebrate her 10th birthday on Tuesday, Feb. 5. She is the granddaughter of Pat and Marie Solano, of Pittston Township and Tony and Mary Blaskiewicz, of Avoca. Molly has a sister, Mary Pat, 15.
Eliana Parra
Morgan Peters
Eliana Veronica Parra, daughter of Frank and Maria Parra, of Wyoming, will celebrate her seventh birthday on Friday, Feb. 8. Sheis the granddaughter of Joan and Jerry Hudyck, of Exeter; the late Robert Christian, of Exeter; and the late Frank S. and Veronica C. Parra, of Wyoming. Her godparents are Andrew Hartnett, of Princeton, NJ and Providence, RI; and Aubrey Hartnett, of Boston, MA. Eliana is a firstgrader at the Wyoming Valley Montessori School and studies violin with Mary Ann Saylor’s Youniversal Suzuki Strings. She is a Daisy Scout, plays soccer and enjoys horseback riding lessons and gymnastics.
Morgan Grace Peters, daughter of Tom and Lori Butler Peters, of Brookhaven will celebrate her fourth birthday of Feb. 10. She is the granddaughter of Terry Peters, of Garnet Valley and the late Louis Peters and Joan and Jerry Butler, of Port Griffith. Morgan has a brother, Nicholas Louis, 6 years old.
Julia and Olivia Rucco Julia and Olivia Rucco, daughters of George and Jean Rucco, of Pittston, celebrated their seventh birthday on Jan. 27. Their maternal grandparents are Deborah and Michael Littzi, of Exeter. Their paternal grandparents are Marilyn and George Rucco, of Pittston. A party was held in the girls’ honor with family and friends.
PITTSTON AREA NEWS
Parent/teacher conferences scheduled for Feb. District news
End of marking period / Parent-teacher conferences The second marking period ended on Thursday, Jan. 24. Parent/teacher conferences will be held according to the following schedule: • High school: Friday, Feb. 8, 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. High school students will be dismissed at noon on conference days. • Middle school: Feb. 6 -8 from 1 to 3 p.m. Middle school students will be dismissed at 12:30 p.m. on conference days. Kindergarten/Primary/Intermediate Centers: Feb. 5-8. Students in grades K through 5 will be dismissed as follows: walkers at 12:50 p.m. and bus riders at 1 p.m. Report cards for the second marking period will be distributed at these times. Students whose parents are unable to attend conferences will receive report cards the week following conference. High school
Senior interviews: • Austin Welch, son of Sean and Nikki Welch, was born on Aug. 23, 1994. He lives in Pittston. During high school, Austin played tennis and participated in the Young Lawyers and the Debate Team. His favorite teacher is Mrs. Miller. If Austin could teach any class in the world, he would choose math. His favorites include the band Blood on the Dance Floor and the song “Immortal.” The celebrity Maria Sharapova is not only on his list of favorites but is also one of his idols, along with Cher. After graduation, Austin plans to go to college and looks forward to
starting a family. • Hailey Lupyak, of Pittston, was born on April 6 to parents Dawn Toomes and Brian Carida. Throughout high school, Hailey’s favorite teachers were Mrs. Collins, Mrs. Adams and Mr. Carroll. Her biggest challenge was Mrs. Adams’ chemistry class. Her most memorable moment was from her sophomore year when she spent first period in Mr. Amitia’s class with Sarah Smith and Shannon Williams. If Hailey could teach any class in the world, she would want to teach English. Her favorites include the movie “The Woman in Black,” the song “Tim McGraw” by Taylor Swift and celebrity Luke Bryan. Her best friends are Sarah Smith and Austin Welch. She says her idol is her mom. Hailey is most looking forward to starting out on her own.
Intermediate Center students discuss election process
Middle school
• Builder’s Club The next meeting of the Builder’s Club will be from 3 to 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 5 in room 206 with Ms. Donahue and Mrs. Martin. Students are responsible for their own transportation home and rides must be in front of the Middle school no later than 3:25p.m. • Science Club/Science Olympiad There will be no Science Olympiad meeting this week due to Parent/teacher conferences. The next Science Olympiad meeting will be held from 3 to 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 13 in the Middle School Library with Ms. Quinn. Students are responsible for their own transportation home and all rides must be in front of the middle school no lat-
Mrs. Maria Clarke's class and Mrs. Christine Smith's class at the Pittston Area Intermediate Center discussed the election and the voting process. The students participated in their own election by voting on "ties" that the students were encouraged to bring in. The "ties" were displayed in the hall and the students voted on the ugliest and most colorful "tie." Holding certificates for most colorful and most ugly turkeys are, from left, Logan Overman and Luke Galli, Abigail Donnelly and Eric Paxson.
er than 4 p.m. Note: this meeting is for members of the Science Olympiad only and not members of the Science Club. The next meeting of the Science Club will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 26. • Free throw championship The local Knights of Columbus will sponso a basketball free-throw shooting contest beginning at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 9 at the former Seton Catholic gymnasium on William Street in Pittston. The contest is
open for any boy or girl between the ages of 10 and 14 and there is no cost to enter the competition. For entry forms or for further information, stop by the middle school’s main office or contact either Don Mac Rae at 815-4454 or Mitch Megliola at 335-3002. • MATHCOUNTS Congratulations to the following students who will represent our middle school at the Keystone Chapter Mathcounts Competition on Saturday, Feb. 9 at the
middle school: Patrick Mitchell, Steven Shamnoski, Austin Smithonic, Albert Zuba, Michael Elko, Evan Elko, J.J. Keska, Vito Quaglia, Abigail Norwillo and Kayla Hogan.
aged to make every effort to be in school that day and arrive on time. If there are any concerns, contact Dr. Milazzo at the Intermediate Center at 654-4403
Intermediate Center
• Students learn “No, Go, Tell” Students at the Primary Center learn “No, Go, Tell” from Mrs. Lindsay, a representative from Victims Resource Center, and her puppet, Sydney.
• Writing test The Intermediate Center will administer the PSSA Pilot Writing Assessment for all third, fourth and fifth-grade students on Feb. 12. Students are encour-
Primary Center
PAGE 4B
➛
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2013
S
C
H
O
O
L
N
E
W
S
SUNDAY DISPATCH
PITTSTON AREA
First quarter senior high school honor roll listed John Haas, principal of the Pittston Area Senior High School, announces those students who have qualified for the honor roll for the 2012 first quarter. SENIORS ❏ HONORS WITH DISTINCTION Bryan Anderson, Mary Theresa Anderson, James Ardoline, Katlyn Arena, Nicole Baker, Alex Bauman, Kyle Berlinski, Aaron Black, Nicholas Bolka, Maria Capitano, Anthony Capozucca, Matthew Carroll, Alexandra Cawley, Dillon Chapman, Kimberly Chesniak, Michael Chisdock, Alicia Chopyak, Anthony Cotto, Jamie Coyne, Jordan Cumbo, Christian Curtis, Sara Czerniakowski, Ronald D’Eliseo, Trina Davila, Kevin Dolman, Sarah Driscoll, Ciara Edwards, Austin Elko, Carmella Gagliardi, Jenna Galli, Santo Giambra, Michael Harding, Ryan Hawksley, Samantha Hoban, Jeremy Homschek, Karina Hoover, Mianna Hopkins, Lisa Karp, John Kielbasa, Haley Kline, Austin Kostelansky, Joseph Koytek, Kaitlynn Kuchta, Jerome Kudrako, Olivia Lanza, James Lizza, Catherine Lombardo, Jamie Lombardo, Kristen Lombardo, Katrina Lutecki, Christopher Lynch, Justin Martinelli, Nicholas Maruska, Felix Mascelli, Michael McGlynn, Cody McLean, Robert Meranti, Elizabeth Mikitish, John Minich, Connor Mitchell, Kelly Mitchell, Brian Mlodzienski, Nicholas Montini, James Musto, Santino Musto, Cassandra Nocito, Calvin O’Boyle, Karlee Patton, Nicole Piccoletti, Matthew Pierantoni, Mark Prebish, Suraj Pursnani, Angelina Reed, Joshua Reynolds, Shelby Rinaldi, Dakota Rowan, Joshua Rugletic, Bryan Russo, Kristen Santey, Zachary Seeley, Marina Sell, Alexandria Serafin, Matthew Shamnoski, Julia Shandra, Amy Silinskie, Nicole Sitnick, Jillian Starinsky, Joseph Starinsky, Stephen Starinsky, Brian Stonikinis, Carissa Suhockey, Cory Tobin, Jonathan Tonte, Ryan Tracy, Shannon Turner, Blasé Twardowski, Mi-
chael Twardowski, Miranda Warunek, Kansas White, Ariele Williams, Kaitlynn Wolfram, Matthew Yatison, Lisa Yeager. ❏ FIRST HONORS Timothy Allen, Alexandra Anastasi, Frank Ardo, Chelsea Balchune, Justin Coe, Bruce Edwards, Kassandra Erfman, Natalie Escorza-Viquez, Samuel Falcone, Alaina Garubba, Christopher Gilbert, Matthew Hannon, Kyle Kostelansky, Paula Loftus, Raeann Loftus, Stephanie Martinez, Tyler Parsons, Gabrielle Poplarchick, Antonette Scialpi, Emily Seaman, Michael Sell, Chelsea Smith, Taylor Stull, Tiana Stull, Jonathan Sulkoski, Gary Thomas, Sharece Tillman, James Tobish, Ian Tracy, James Tugend, Hannah Zondlo. ❏ SECOND HONORS Alyssa Adkins, Joseph Chiumento, Derrick Donato, Henry Doran, Christopher Evans, Kristen Fereck, Brittany Giamber, Anthony Haughton, Abby Joyce, Daniel Kazmerski, Jessica Kmetz, Angelo Lussi, Kaitlyn McGuire, Cecelia Melley, Dakota Miller, Ashley Muchler, Marc Romanczuk, Justin Stavish, Justin Wilk, Ryan Youngblood, James Ziobro. JUNIORS ❏ HONORS WITH DISTINCTION Michael Antal, Rhiannon Avvisato, Taylor Balasavage, Anthony Baldiga, Kevin Boone, Ali Brady, Laura Brady, Christine Briggs, Christie Cadwalder, Michael Carey, Nicole Chaiko, Joseph Champi, Robert Costello, Anthony D’Eliseo, Alexa Danko, Lori DeFazio, Dominique DelPriore, Tyler Demich, Megan Dougherty, James Emmett, Megan Farrell, Brandon Ferrance, Kayle Forkin, Marie Terese Fox, Lea Garibaldi, Alia Gestl, Candido Green, Mason Gross, Michael Harth, Emily Herron, Zachary Hoffmann, Kenneth Hoover, Brittany Hypolite, Katie Jobson, Samantha Kachinsky, Allison Kizer, Robert Koprowski, Adrian Langan, Rachel Lazevnick Steven Lee, Sierra Lieback, Carmen LoBrutto, Ra-
chel Longo, Maria Lussi, Tyler Lutecki, Irene Magdon, Jessica Maleta, David Mancini, Cameron Marotto, Jennifer Mataloni, Mariah Mattioli, Dana Maurizi, Nicole Mayerski, Patrick McGinty, Zachary McKitish, Kallie Miller, Mark Miscavage, Mark Modlesky, Tyler Mooney, Samantha Moska, Matthew Mott, Cales Owens, Leanne Para, Michael Parrs, Justin Peterson, Samantha Piazza, Michael Pieszala, Troy Platukus, Charles Poli, Taylor Powers, Jacqueline Rabender, Joshua Razvillas, Alleysha Reynolds, Rosemary Ritsick, Taylor Roberts, Justin Roche, Alyssa Rodzinak, Sara Ruby, Ian Satkowski, Megan Schuster, Michael Schwab, Rachel Simansky, Kaitlyn Simyan, Ciara Smith, Sarah Smith, Martin Snyder, Tyler Spurlin, Bridget Starinsky, Andrea Stephenson, Alyssa Talerico, Kayla Vogue, Carly Walker, Marissa Williams, Trent Woodruff, Tyler Woodruff, James Wychock, Meredith Yozwiak, Andrew Yuhas, Jean Luc Yurchak, Haleigh Zurek. ❏ FIRST HONORS Antoinette Antonacci, Daniel Brady, Terry Briggs, John Butera, Matthew Cawley, Nicholas Coleman, Enrico Connors, Brielle Culp, Christopher Cummings, Nicole Dale, Casey Deaton, Robert Dudek, Karysa Fashouer, Adam Ginocchetti, Robert Haas, Anthony Halat, Brandon Hudacko, Ashley Hurtt, Julie Kalinas, Tyler Koval, Kaycee Langan, Michael Mazur, Jennifer Meck, Matthew Miller, Brittni Morrell, Tyler Mullen, Jenna Mundenar, Taya Oliver, Courtney Osiecki, Desiree Piotrowski, Whitney Prescott, Alexander Roper, Scott Sayer, Dylan Sherrill, Tatiana Supinski, Ethan Walker, Corey Wetzel, Austin Whispell, David Wilczewski, Ryan Witman, Mariah Zimmerman. ❏ SECOND HONORS Jason Bandru, Brittany Burrier, Michael Bush, Samuel Carlen, Amber Clarkson, Daniel Costantino, Nicolette DeBiasi, Gregory Grabiec, Sarah Gromala, Brooke Harashinski, Alyssa Knowles, Patrick Lynch, Hassan Maxwell, Summer McLaughlin,
BUDGET BUYS
Built-in Dishwasher
279
399
95 $
DER2009W
FREE DELIVERY
29” LED TV
Matching Over Range Microwave
249
95 $ FRO820
95
HDA1100NWH
GTWP2250
39995
19995
$
AER5830VAW
via an American Express® Reward Card.
January 11 - February 25, 2013
499
95
Offer #EL70096
55” 1080P 240HZ LED TV
99995
$
• The spacious 5.9 cu. ft. oven splits into two ovens with the Smart Divider to cook at two different temperatures at the same time with two separate temperature controls. • 5 smoothtop elements includes two Fastboil 12 in./9in./6in. and 9in/6in.expandable elements, that give you the flexibility to cook with different-sized pans and boils water quickly saving cooking time. • Dual convection ensures even and faster cooking by evenly circulating heated air throughout the cavity • Hidden Bake Element • Self-cleaning and steam cleaning options
Special Introductory Price
95
with the purchase of each qualifying Electrolux Kitchen appliance*
FOR THE PAIR
NEW AT VOITEK! 5.9 cu. ft. Flex Duo Electric Range
499
$
• Adjustable Glass Shelves • Bright Interior Lighting • Full Width Freezer Shelf • Humidity Controlled Crisper
46” 3D LED INTERNET TV
DWD-WD3011WW DWR-WE3011WW
• 4.8 cu. ft. capacity oven. It’s perfect for large holiday gatherings • Two 10 in. 2500-watt and two 6 in. 1200-watt ribbon radiant elements for cooking flexibility • Temp Assure Cooking System ensures consistent oven temperature • Easy Touch electronic oven controls • Extra-large oven window
Get $50 to $325 Back
FRT18G2NW
Washer: • Extra Large Capacity: 4.0 cu. ft. • Intelligent Electronic Controls • Max Spin Speed: 1,000rpm • 11 Cycles Dryer: • Extra Large Capacity: 7.0 cu. ft. • Intelligent Electronic Controls w/ Pop-Up Knob • 11 Cycles • 5 Temperature Settings • Shown on Optional Pedestals
$
18.0 Cu. Ft. Refrigerator with Glass Shelves
$
Nationally Sold Front Load Washer - D Dryer Pair
30” Self Cleaning Electric Range with ceramic glass cooktop
Great For Property Owners or Anyone On A Tight Budget
$
FRESHMEN ❏ HONORS WITH DISTINCTION Andrew Adkins, Nicholas Allardyce, Matthew Ambrose, Henry Augenstein, Jeffrey Bachman, Taylor Baloga, Nicholas Bellas, Jessica Borget, Paul Brady, Bridgette Brandt, Alyssa Bukevicz, Jamie Bukevicz, Mason Callahan, Kathryn Cebula, Jamie Chisdock, Megan Cummings, John Paul D’Amato, Robert D’Eliseo, Paige Danko, Ryan Davis, James DeBoard, James DeGerolamo, Joseph DeMace, Parker Dorsey, Brianna Falvo, Alexander Felter, Eric Fritz, Maria Garibaldi, Loran Garnett, Meghan Gerrity, Joseph Gub-
biotti, Adison Hazlet, Conner Healey, Kallie Healey, Shelby Hoffmann, Tara Johnson, Nicole Karuzie, Aimee Kizer, Samuel Lizza, Camaryn Lokuta, Anthony Maglio, Juan Martinez, Alyssa Maskal, Samantha Mayers, Anna McDermott, John McDonald, Alexa Menichelli, Sarah Mihalka, Marina Miller, Madison Mimnaugh, Marissa Morreale, Neil Murphy, Kate Musto, Haley Norwillo, Marley O’Brien, Dylan Osticco, Eric Petroski, Kyle Petroski, Daniel Pieszala, Alana Platukus, Andrew Podrasky, Makenzie Porzuczek, Miranda Romanofski, Ashleigh Rose, Jessica Roxby, Vito Russo, Ashley Scarantino, Rachel Schaffner, Abigail Sheerer, Amy Shotwell, Julie Silinskie, Justin Sonera, Christopher Starinsky, Julia Stella, Jacob Swartz, Sara Swartz, Kyle Turonis, Brandon Walker, Molly Walsh, Edward Warunek. ❏ FIRST HONORS Tabytha Bastek, Emma Brieling, Jade Casella, David Cherkauskas, Erica Colon, Bryce DeRoberto, Brandon Fino, Gabrielle Galonis, Tatiana Gianacopoulos, Alyvia Guariglia Ronald Herron, Shannon Langan, Rayna Lercara, Benjamin Lopez, Alexis Masker, Bianca MatteiMiller, Lucia Menichelli-Bales, Michael Miller, Zachary Mlodzienski, Robert Neishman, Austin O’Reilly, Rebecca Shea, Vincent Shea, Chase Shotwell, Tyler Szumski, Nicholas Terpak, Tiffany Tubioli, Krista Vogue, Joseph Warren, Cassandra Wilczewski. ❏ SECOND HONORS Anthony Adel, Dominic Anastasi, Adriana Andrascavage, Mikala Borino, Iana Davis, Jeffrey Donnora, Rachel Ferrance, Gabrielle Genett, Jordan Johnson, Katherine Kuna, Joseph Langdon, Michael Lewis, Mindina Lieback, David Lyons, Alexandra McKitish, Kayla Miller, Alexandria Miscavage, Nicholas Petrucci, Kylie Pintha, Matthew Ramos, Kassity Roche, Jeremy Stanco, Jordan Tarter, Alan Thomas, Kaleigh Valeski, Laquan Whitehead, Kayla Williams Chaz Yager and Dana Zalewski.
HydroWave® Quiet Agitator Wash System - longer, slower • Hyd travel provides gentle, thorough cleaning trav Wash Cycles Handle Various Fabrics and Soils • 16 W • Prec PreciseFill with The Option Of 5 Water Level Selections Will Automatically Measure The Load Size And Add Just The Aut Right Amount Of Water Righ 700-RPM Spin Speed - Fast Spin Speeds Remove Water • 700 Efficiently And Minimize Dry Times Effic
UGI Customers Get a $75 E-Star Rebate
Refrig
SOPHOMORES ❏ HONORS WITH DISTINCTION Angelo Aita, Harlow Alexander, Hunter Antal, Brittany Bafunno, Robert Bamrick, Allison Barber, Rebecca Battista, Desirae Bellas, Jacob Boedeker, Keith Boone, Shannen Brady, Elizabeth Brandt, Kristen Capitano, Elizabeth Cappelloni, Madison Cardinale, Christian Charney, Devon Dante, Bryan Davis, John DeBoard, Michael Delaney, Theresa Domarasky, Lauren Dragon, John Fagotti, Carly Filipski, Jordan Fritz, Jasmine Gage, Braulio Garcia, Kyle Gattuso, Olivia Giambra, Gina Grossbauer, Michael Gutowski, Michael Havrilla, Rachel Hoover, Christopher Hufford, Joshua John, Jade Jones, Jacob Kaminski, Caycee Karpinski, Megan Karuzie, Matthew Klein, Christopher Konsavage, Joshua Kramer, Nicole Lazevnick, Nia Lombardo, Brandon Lukachko, Brandon MacRae, Tyler McGarry, Christopher McGlynn, Jared Melochick, Elaina Menichelli, Katrina Mikitish, Rhonda Miller, Michael Minich, Mikhaela Moher, Madeline Moss, Meghan Murtha, Brittany Myers, Virginia Myrkalo, Mikayla Nardone, Rachel Naylor, Kristen Nerbecki, Callie O’Donovan, Cheyanne Overby, David Pacovsky, Britney Pintha, Nicole Psaila, Katelyn Pugliese, Amanda Radginski, Dylan Ratzin, Kristen Richards, Anamarie Rogers, Jamie Rosencrans, Cassandra Ross, Nuncio Savoy, Elizabeth Scialpi, Kari Scull, Claudia Shandra, Chyanne Sherman, Eric Sklanka, Jamie Smicherko, Katherine Stonikinis, Robert Swartz, Aryana Thompson, Kyle Tiffany, Mitchell Tomaszewski, Sarah Velehoski, Kevin Walsh, Nicole Walters, Brandon Winters, Stephen Yuhas, Brandon
Zaffuto, Rebecca Zielinski, David Zydko. ❏ FIRST HONORS Elizabeth Baiera, Michael Barney, Shivon Bellas, Michael Bunney, Gerard Carroll, David DeLeo, Emily Earlley, Harlee Fyock, James Galonis, Daniel Gambini, Paula Goss, Michelle Grossbauer, Cody Holl, Ricky Jenkins, Patrick Joyce, Katie Kelly, Edward Kosierowski, Kayla Kruchinsky, Kaitlin Loftus, Joseph Lombardo, Sabrina Lyons, Marina Maida, Vance Maslowski, Kaitlynn Matys, Jasmine Mcgrade, John Meck, Mark Naples, Thomas Nickas, Trina Rafalko, Sydney Ralston, Lauren Robbins, Lauren Senese, Brandon Shamnoski, Kenneth Slusser, Caitlin Tekeyan, Jacob Vaxmonsky, Elizabeth Waleski, Brandon Winn, Katie Wynn. ❏ SECOND HONORS Patrick Cadden, Mackenzie Carroll, Eric Curtis, Timothy Davala, Jordan Dickson, Marissa Facciponti, Adriana Franco, Ryan Gruttadauria, Cristian Hansen, Cameron Ianniccari, Robert Kelly, Julian Kester, Julia Lieback, Holly Lutz, Juliann Lyback, Joseph Musto, Tiffany Newell, Sara O’Hop, Olivia Ozack, Dylan Phillips, Courtney Pisano, Ryan Renfer, Tynaisa Robertson, Megan Ruda, Spencer Saxon, Girard Scatena, Christen Shetler, Brandon Strelecki, Rebecca Tomko.
3.9 Cu. Ft. Energy Star Washer
Get The Low Price You Want, And The Local Service You Deserve. All In One Place...
Electric Range
Breana Miller, Justin Paglianite, Ian Phillips, Jordan Rose, Evan Rosengrant, Robert Ryzner, Ayla Samano, Eric Scatena, Tyler Shotwell, Hurley Simon, Matthew Tavaglione, Sara Tekeyan, Kaitlyn Wallace, Katara Warunek, Richard Weinstock.
FE710DRS
New savings on silence. Receive a mail-in rebate of up to
200
$
on select Bosch dishwashers via an Bosch VISA® prepaid Card.*
Offer ends February 28, 2013. © 2013 BSH Home Appliances. *Cards are issued by Citibank N.A. pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. and managed by Ecount, a Citibank company. Card can be used anywhere Visa Debit Cards are accepted. Offer valid only at participating dealers. 13-BOS-0153 2/13 SCG
TV Furniture Clearance
TV AND APPLIANCES
26995
$
SLED2900
109995
$
KDL46HX750
119995
$
UN55EH6030
WOW! Save Up To 50% Off S.R.P.
639 Wyoming Avenue, Kingston • 287-9631 1313 Wyoming Avenue, Exeter • 655-8801 Visit us on the web at www.voitektv.com
➛
SUNDAY DISPATCH
R
E
L
I
G
I
O
N
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2013 PAGE 5B
MATTERS OF FAITH
Mardi Gras Saturday at St. Barbara’s Bethel United Methodist
532Main St. Avoca (570) 457-2566 Pastor Sharon Dietz (570) 282-0104 Sunday – Worship Service 11:15 a.m. Communion first Sunday of each month – non perishable food items will be collected. Mondays – Bible study – 6 p.m. alternating each week with Brick UM Church, Duryea. 1st Thursday of each month – food give-away 4 to 6 p.m. for needy of Avoca and Duryea. Brick United Methodist
935 Foote Ave., Duryea (570)457-4424 Pastor Sharon Dietz (570) 282-0104 Sunday Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School – 10:15 a.m. during morning Worship Services for ages 3-12 Communion first Sunday of each month – non perishable food items will be collected. Mondays – Bible study – 6 p.m. alternating each week with Bethel UM Church, Avoca; Miracle of Awareness – coffee time – 6 p.m. meeting 7 p.m. Thursday – New beginnings meeting 7 p.m. Third Thursday of each month – United Methodist Women – 6:30 p.m. Christian and Missionary Alliance
317 Luzerne Avenue West Pittston Meals will resume on January 7 at the Breaking Bread Soup Kitchen at the church. Christ Community Clothes Closet will be open Mondays from 5- 6:30 p.m., Tuesday and Thursdays from 3 to 5 p.m., and Wednesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. First Baptist Church
Rev. James H. Breese, pastor, Water Street, Pittston Sunday 9:30 a.m. Worship and Praise Service/Children’s Sunday School, Adult/Teen Sunday School immediately following service. Wednesday 7:15 p.m. Bible Study First Congregational UCC
500 Luzerne Avenue West Pittston Rev. Joan Mitchell, Pastor Sunday,11 a.m. Morning Worship Annual meeting of the congregation will be held after service today in the Fellowship Hall, following a covered dish luncheon.
Feb. 5 – 6 p.m. Brownies Feb. 6 – 10 a.m. Mommy & Me, 6 p.m. Daisy Scouts, 7 p.m. Choir Feb. 7 – 7 p.m. Class 18, 7 p.m. Weight Watchers Feb. 10 – 10 a.m. Worship, Sunday School, 11:15 a.m. Confirmation.
Our Lady of the Eucharist Night at the Races set
Full Gospel Chapel
Avoca Adult Sunday School, 9:30; Sunday morning worship at 10:30 a.m. Glendale Gospel Church
105 Church Drive Glendale/Pittston Township. Sunday Service 10:45 a.m. Harding Church of Christ
RR 1 Box 187A, Falls Sunday services: 10 a.m. Sunday School and 11 a.m. Church Service. Call 388-6534 Holy Mother of Sorrows PNCC
212 Wyoming Avenue, Dupont Rev. Zbigniew Dawid, Pastor Sunday Masses 8:00 a.m. Traditional Mass 9:15 a.m. School of Christian Living (SOCL) Confirmation Class, Coffee Hour 10:30a.m. Traditional High Mass 11:00a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Chicken Wing Sale Daily Mass 9:00 a.m. Tuesday through Friday Thursday at 4:45 to 5:30 First Holy Communion Class, Today is Super Bowl Sunday and you can pick up your Chicken Wings at the church hall. This sale is a Fundraiser for the PTO for the Kids. If you did not preorder your Wings you still can pick some up by calling the church Hall at 654-0345 to make sure we still have some for sale. Ash Wednesday - February 13, Masses with distribution of ashes will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. LENTEN FISH FRY Dinner sponsored by our YMS of R will be held on February 15, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Dinner includes: Fish, fries, vegetable, coleslaw and dinner roll. Donation is $8.00. Annual Parish meeting will be held on Sunday February 24. This meeting is open to all parishioners and takes place only once a year. Come and be part of every important decision. Please note that on this Sunday there will only be 1 Mass at 9:00 a,m.
Our Lady of the Eucharist Parish is sponsoring a Night at the Races on Saturday, Feb. 9 in the parish hall. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. with post time scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Cost of admission is $10 and includes a dinner of entrees of chicken, sausage and peppers, pasta, served with salad and roll, beer, soda and coffee. The cost of sponsoring a race is $50 and individual horses may be sponsored for $10. The sponsor of every winning horse will receive $50. Horse sponsors need not be present to win. Tickets and horses may be purchased by contacting the rectory at 654-0263 by Monday, Feb. 4. Audra Casper and Cindy Vough are serving as chairpersons for the event. Pictured are, from left, first row, Michelle Gorey, Tony Bantell, Cindy Vough, and Father Tom Maloney. Second row, Red O'Brien, Mike Vough and Dennis Grimes.
of Jesus Church Sunday 8 a.m. Holy Rosary Church; 9:30 a.m. Holy Rosary Church; 11 a.m. Sacred Heart of Jesus Church In preparation for the Lenten Season, Nativity of Our Lord Parish together with all the Catholic parishes in the Diocese of Scranton will be offering confessions from 5:30-7:00 p.m. on all the Mondays in Lent beginning with February 18. This outreach is called “The Light Is On For You” and is an effort on the part of the Diocese to highlight the importance of the Sacrament of Reconciliation in the life of Catholics and to make it as easy as possible for every Catholic to come or to return to this great source of God’s mercy and healing love. Note that the Monday Evening Confessions are in addition to normal Saturday afternoon confession times. Oblates of St. Joseph
Highway 315, Laflin Masses are held daily in the seminary chapel at 7 a.m. (Monday – Friday) and on Saturday mornings at 8 a.m. There are no weekend Masses. Confessions are heard daily from 9 a.m. – noon and from 3 – 6 p.m. Idependent Bible Church First Presbyterian Church Office hours are Monday – 328 Main Street, Duryea, PA 14 Broad Street Pittston Friday: 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., eveSunday Worship 9:15 a.m. 18642. nings and weekends by appoint(570) 451-0346 Home/Office. with Rev. William N. Lukesh. ment. Office phone number is JLaCava@TheBibleChurch.org 654-7542. United Methodist Church Every Wednesday evening Corner of Broad & Church Inkerman Presbyterian Mass is celebrated at 7 p.m. in Main St., Inkerman Sts. Pittston conjunction with the Novena to Services: Sundays, 9 a.m. Rev. Susan Hardman-ZimmerSt. Joseph & St. Joseph Marello. man Sunday Worship Service 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Holy Communion: 1st Sunday each month Choir Rehearsal: Thursday’s at 7 p.m. unless told otherwise United Methodist Women: 2nd Monday unless told otherwise Websitewww.umcpittston.org Phone 655-4340 leave message
First United Presbyterian
West Pittston Rev. James Thyren 654-8121 Feb. 3 - 10 a.m. Sunday School; 11 a.m. Worship at St. Cecilia’s; 12:05 p.m. Annual Congregational Meeting. Services are being held at St. Cecilia’s Roman Catholic Church on 1700 Wyoming Ave, Exeter as the congregation recovers from the flood of September 2011. There is parking on Wyoming Avenue and in the parking lot behind the church. First United Methodist Church
Langcliffe Presbyterian
1001 Main St Avoca The Members of the Langcliffe Presbyterian Church announce that they will again share in Sunday worship services with the Moosic Presbyterian Church. The services will begin at 10:30 a.m. at the Moosic Presbyterian Church on Main Street in Moosic. Services will be held at Moosic for one month up to and including Feb. 3. This is a biannual combining of worship and friendship that both congregations look forward to. Moosic Alliance Church
608 Rocky Glen Road, Moosic Pastor: Doug Jensen 4576020 maccma2@verizon.net Sunday morning Sunday School for all ages at 9:30 a.m. Sunday morning Worship at 10:45 a.m. Prayer meeting, Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Celebrate Recovery Ministry, Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. Nativity Of Our Lord
Stephenson St., Duryea Mass schedule: West Pittston Saturday 4 p.m. Holy Rosary Feb. 4 – 7 p.m. Boy Scouts, Church; 5:30 p.m. Sacred Heart Admin Council
St. Joseph Marello
William St., Pittston THE ITALIAN FESTIVAL will be held at the Mt. Carmel Center on Saturday, February 9 and Sunday, February 10. A Mass will be celebrated in Italian at 4:00PM on Saturday. A musical program will start at 3:15PM with the Senior Choir. Come and enjoy the religious music. THE MENU will be pasta/ meatball dinner with salad, roll, cake & beverage; tripe, polenta with sausage, porketta sandwiches, sausage & peppers sandwich, hot dog and pizza fritta will also be available. A final meeting will be held in the parish center on Monday, February 4 at 7 p.m. for those interested in volunteering. The Holy Name Society will meet on Monday at 7 p.m. in the Parish Center. New members are invited. The Living Stations will be held on Good Friday. Any student, grades 6 to 12 ho wishes to participate, call the Rectory 6546902 as soon as possible. Practices will be held on Sunday evenings. The weekend Mass schedule is: on Saturday, Masses at 4:00
and 6:00 p.m. On Sunday, Masses at 8:00, 9:30 and 11:15 a.m. The Holy Rosary is recited before all Masses. Anyone interested in renting our Parish Banquet Hall or Meeting Room should call Christine Silinskie, Hall Manager at 704-8861. Corpus Christi Parish Immaculate Conception and Holy Redeemer churches
Luzerne Ave., West Pittston Youth Choir The Youth choir meets for practice on Sundays at 5 p.m. Our Lady of the Eucharist
monthly meeting on Tuesday, February 12 at 6:30 p.m. in the church hall. MARDI GRAS CELEBRATION St. Barbara’s parish is having a Mardi Gras celebration on Saturday, February 9 at the church hall from 7 p.m. –11p.m., doors open at 6:30 p.m. Cost of the dinner buffet is $25 per person. Food to be catered by Maranacci’s Restaurant and DJ Mike Arcarese will provide the music. No one under 21 years of age. B.Y.O.B. (coffee & soda included with dinner). Tickets on sale at the rectory, after each Mass or call Loretta Semenza 654-0936 or Barbara Russo 654-8670. Deadline for reservations is Monday, February 4. Second Grade Parents: First Reconciliation will be on Saturday, February 16 at 9:30 am in St. Anthony’s Church. Parents are asked to attend An important meeting for parents of 2nd graders (including those who attend parochial schools) is scheduled for Sunday, February 10 at 9:15 am in the Parish Center.
535 N Main Street, Pittston www.eucharist-pittston.org Mass Schedule Saturday Vigil: 4 p.m. Sunday: 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. Daily Mass: 8 a.m. Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confessions) Saturday from 3:30 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. and by appointment The parish will be sponsoring a Night at the Races on Saturday, February 9. Audra Casper and Cindy Vough will serve as chairpersons. The gates will open at 5:30 p.m. with post time at 6:30 p.m. Dinner will be served. St. John the Evangelist Sacred Heart of Jesus
Lackawanna Ave., Dupont This week’s mass schedule: Monday through Friday at 7 a.m. Saturday at 4:30 p.m. and Sunday at 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. There will no longer be a 7:30 a.m. mass on Saturdays. With that in mind, there is an 8 a.m. mass celebrated at the Oblates of St. Joseph Chapel on Route 315 on Saturdays. The Holy Name Society 300 Club for Spring 2013 will begin on Feb. 24. Five weekly cash prizes will be awarded. Tickets are available from any Holy Name Society member. St. Barbara Parish
28 Memorial Avenue, Exeter Office Hours: Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Evenings, by appointment. Phone: 654-2103 Weekend Masses: Saturday – St. Anthony 4 p.m. – Vigil Mass St. Cecilia 5:30PM – Vigil Mass Sunday - St. Anthony 7:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. St. Cecilia 9 a.m. & 7 p.m. Daily Masses: Monday & Tuesday: 7 a.m. & 7 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday & Friday: 7 a.m. & 11 a.m. The Golden Age Club will hold their Valentine Party on Thursday, February 7 at 1:30 p.m. in the parish center. Hostesses are: Lena Seman, Rose Shurmanek and Ronnie Spliethoff. St. Barbara’s Christian Women’s Organization will hold their
Parish Community
35 William Street Phone: 654-0053 Pittston. Feb 4 – 1 p.m. Altar and Rosary Society meeting –Feb. 4 Feb 5 – 7 p.m. Bereavement Support group , Parish Pastoral Council Feb 11 – 7 p.m. Liturgy Commission Feb 12 – 7 p.m. Baptismal Instruction – Feb. 12 – in the parish center Feb. 17 - Holy Name Society meeting – Feb 17 – 11 a.m. The Free Health Clinic is open at 5:30 p.m. every Wednesday in the former Seton Catholic High School, first come first serve. Greater Pittston Kids Closet celebrating its third anniversary provides new and gently used clothing. Hours are Wednesday from 9 to 11:30 a.m. and 5 to 7 p.m. Pediatric Health Clinic is open on the first and third Thursday of the month. Registration is held in the Seton building from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Bring child’s immunization records. All services are free.
available.. Bulletin and Votive candle openings January 27. Please leave a message for Doris if interested. Guests are welcomed to attend and perhaps join this family. If you have any questions, comments or suggestions please call 655-2505. St. John’s P.M. Church
316 Main St., Avoca Pastor Rev. Dale E. Pepper 570-780-9587 Sunday Service 10 a.m. Bible Study every other Thursday 6 p.m. All are welcome. St. Maria Goretti
Laflin Road, Laflin, PA. 18702 Pastor: Monsignor Neil Van Loon 42redwood@comcast.net www.stmariagoretti-laflin.org Each Wednesday, during Lent, a special service is held in one of the churches in the Deanery at 7 p.m. February 20: Our Lady of the Eucharist, 535 North Main St., Pittston— Speaker: Reverend Steven Roth February 27: St. Maria Goretti, 42 Redwood Drive., Laflin— Speaker: Reverend Jeffrey Tudgay March 6: St. Mary’s, Queen of the Apostle, 715 Hawthorne St., Avoca— Speaker: Reverend Philip Dabney, CSSR March 13: Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, St. Joseph Marello, 237 William St., Pittston Speaker: Reverend Philip Altavilla March 20: St. John the Evangelist, 35 William St., Pittston Speaker: Reverend Philip Altavilla St. Mary’s Polish National Catholic Church
200 Stephenson St. Duryea Rev. Fr. Carmen G. Bolock, Pastor Phone: 457-2291 Email: padre@saintmaryspncc.org Website: saintmaryspncc.org Holy Mass: Sunday 9:30 a.m. Weekdays: 8 a.m. Holy Days: 8 a.m. & 7 p.m. St. Monica’s Church
363 West 8th Street, West Wyoming, PA 18644 Office Hours - 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Mon. – Fri. Phone: 570-693-1991 Email: olos363@verizon.net www.stmonicanepa.com. Father Leo McKernan, Pastor St John’s Lutheran Father Joseph Adonizio, Visit7 Wood St., Pittston 570-655-2505, stjohnspitt- ing Priest Mr. William Jenkins, Deacon ston@verizon.com Mass Schedule: Pastor John Castellani Saturday Vigil: 4:00 p.m.@ Organist Marcia Colleran OLOS Acolyte Justin Peterson Sunday: 8:30 a.m. @ STJ Sunday Service 9:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m.@ OLOS First Quarter Portals of Prayers are available in the rear of the Church, while supplies are See Faith page 6B
PAGE 6B
➛
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2013
FAITH
R
E
L
I
G
I
O
N
SUNDAY DISPATCH
Annual Italian Festival next weekend at St. Joseph Marello parish
Continued from page 5B
New Daily Mass Schedule: Daily Mass at OLOS– Tues, Wed., Fri. – 7:00 a.m.); Mon. & Thurs. – 7:00 p.m. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament–St. Monica’s Parish will be having Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament every Friday after the 7:00 a.m. Mass until 11:00 a.m. Miraculous Medal Novena– after Monday Evening Mass Rosary and Chaplet of Divine Mercy -Before Morning & Evening Masses at OLOS site. Bible Study and Night Prayer has started again, meeting after the 7:00 p.m. Mass on Thursday evenings and ending with Comp line, the night prayer of the Church at 9:00 p.m. Pro-Life Essay Contest: Open to PA students in grades 7-12. Write an essay (500 words grades 7-9 & 750 words grades 10-12) about abortion, euthanasia or stem cell research, include a cover page with your name, address, phone number, grade and school and submit by March 1,2013. Send to 4800 Jonestown Rd. Suite 102, Harrisburg, PA 17109 or by computer tolifelines@prolife.org. St. Peter’s Evangelical Lutheran Church
100 Rock Street, Hughestown Stpeters_elc@yahoo.com Sunday School 9 a.m. Confirmation Classes 9 a.m. Sunday Worship Service 10 a.m. Feb. 13 Ash Wednesday Church Service 7 p.m. Cost is $7.00 a dozen donuts or a certificate for a dozen donuts. We are taking orders up to Feb. 3. Pickup date is Feb. 10, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Call Leslie 762-1737, Pam 313-2829, Lois 654-4948 Queen of the Apostles Parish
St. Joseph Marello Parish will celebrate the Festa Italiana on Saturday, Feb. 9 and Sunday, Feb. 10 at Mount Carmel Church Center, Pittston. A Mass in Italian will be celebrated at 4 p.m. on Saturday. The Mass will be preceded by an ensemble of musicians playing beautiful Italian music on traditional instruments beginning at 3:15 p.m. with the Senior Choir. After the Mass, a pasta dinner will be served in the Parish Hall until 9 p.m. with a variety of Italian specialties, such as tripe, polenta, porketta sandwiches, sausage and pepper sandwiches and pizza fritta. The festivities will continue after the 11:15 a.m. Mass on Sunday. Prizes will be drawn at the conclusion of the festivities at 4 p.m. Tickets will be available at the door. A bake sale will be held in conjunction with the festival after all Masses.
Throughout the Year of Faith, the chaplet of Divine Mercy will also be prayed. At 7:30 p.m. the rosary is prayed before benediction and reposing of the Blessed Sacrament. Anyone who can spend one hour weekly at adoration on a regular basis is asked to call Ann Jake at 457-3521 or the parish office. Daily Masses: 8 a.m. (Wednesday at 7 p.m.) Eucharistic Adoration: Tuesdays from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Miraculous Medal Novena: Wednesday following the 7 p.m. Mass Weekends Masses: Saturday at 4 p.m.; Sunday at 8, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Confession: Saturdays 3-3:45 p.m.; anytime upon request by calling 457-3412. Prayer Chain: 457-5867
715 Hawthorne St. (570) 457-3412 stmarysavoca@verizon.net www.stmaryavoca.4lpi.com The worship committee will meet at 7 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 4 in the rectory. The social concerns/respect life committee will meet at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 7 in the rectory. The pastoral council committee will meet at 7 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 11 in the rectory. The parish’s First Communion Class will receive its First Penance at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 16 in the church. There will be parents’ meeting at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 7 in the church to discuss the special event. The parish has exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and holy hour prayers every Tuesday at St. Mary’s Church, 715 Hawthorne Second Presbyterian 143 Parsonage St., Pittston St., following the 8 a.m. Mass.
654-1411 The Session of the Second Presbyterian Church of Pittston announces the following schedule for the week of February 3, 2013 Sunday, February 3: 9:30 a.m., Sunday School; 11:00 a.m., Worship. Monday, February 4: 6:30 p.m., Fellowship Meeting. Tuesday, February 5: 6:30 p.m., Clean Plate Club at Bo Brothers in Wyoming; 7:00 p.m., AA Meeting. Wednesday, February 6: 6:30 p.m., Choir Rehearsal. Trinity Episcopal Church
Spring Street and Montgomery Avenue, West Pittston Web of information and links at www.trinityepiscopalchurchwestpittston.org and www.diobeth.org. Sunday Holy Eucharist: 11 a.m. every Sunday. Ash Wednesday (February 13) Holy Eucharist with imposition of ashes 5:15 p.m.
Shrove Tuesday Pancake, Egg & Sausage Supper--Tuesday, February 12, 3:30-7 p.m., tickets $6 for adults, $4 for children ten and under. Call 654-3261 to order tickets—limited tickets available at the door. Food Pantry: February items needed are cereal and macaroni and cheese. Gerrity’s gift cards, cash donations and other nonperishable foods also accepted. Prayer network. Open To Public. Daily prayer for those with needs requesting prayerful support. Start Prayernetwork at parish office 654-3261. Youth Program: 10:45 a.m. every Sunday. Weekday special events and service projects as announced. Faith Forum for Adults: Enrichment for adults seeking spiritual renewal and opportunities for ministry and volunteerism. Parish Life Events Team: Bimonthly first Sundays. Parish Council: Every second
Sunday. Women of Trinity: Every third Sunday. WOT Ministry Invitation. The Women of Trinity have undertaken a ministry to help support Good Shepherd Episcopal Church of Scranton in their outreach to the homeless of the region. Each month after enjoying a home cooked meal at Good Shepherd all who have needs may “shop” for necessities like clothing, shoes, and toiletries in a store-like setting in the church’s refurbished basement of donated items. The Woman of Trinity has supported this ministry by delivering donations of clothing, new undergarments and socks and toiletries to the Scranton church. WOT will continue to collect trial size and hotel toiletries and invites the parish community to join with them in helping the less fortunate. Donations of trial size and sample size toiletries are welcome.
Party and Banquet Space. Newly renovated banquet room and kitchen. All Day Rental $100. Reservations at 654-3261. Music Together Classes: Fun and music for infants and children through age five accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Spring semester of Music Together begins April 9. For registration information email musicareproject@hotmail.com. Visit www.musictogether.com for information on Music Together. SPECIAL FREE Music Together event: Music Around the World—international children’s music, activities and refreshments for children birth through age five and the grownups that love them. Two sessions on March 3, 10 a.m. – noon and 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. Reservations required and limited to 20 children per session. For info or reservations email: musicareproject@hotmail.com.
H O LY R O S A R Y N E W S
Highlights of Catholic Schools Week listed Holy Rosary School in Duryea announces the following: Sincere thanks to all of our Holy Rosary School families who came out to celebrate Catholic Schools Week together at the Sacred Liturgy of our feeder parishes and at the Open House held Sunday, Jan. 27. We also extend our most sincere thanks and appreciation to the parish communities who allowed us to participate in Catholic Schools’ Week Masses. It was an honor taking part in the Mass and representing both our Parish and School Families. Catholic Schools Week
It was unfortunately a very cold and icy Catholic Schools Week, but despite delays and cancellations, we made the best of it and squeezed in all the fun a week could hold. We were “awed” by our students in the dress rehearsal for the Talent Show. Who knew we had so many fabulous singers, dancers, karate experts and children with such great and unique talents? Fun additions to uniforms and “Dress Up” days were enjoyed by all. The bake sale was a hit, as was “Sports Day.” The children had a blast shopping at the “Flea Market,” and of course, saved
some money for the “Candy Sale.” Physical Fitness Thursday was terrific fun for parents to be part of gym class AND to play in a volleyball game. The Pep Rally was a high-energy, funfilled event enjoyed by all. Our First Friday Liturgy was a beautiful celebration, enhanced by our patriotic red, white and blue accessories added to uniforms. This liturgy was in honor all of the teachers and staff, religious and lay, who serve our school but also recognized and honored those brave men and women who sacrifice so that we may enjoy the safety they provide our beloved country. After an ice-cream social, we ended the week with a beautiful tradition begun recently at Holy Rosary School thanks to Father Sinnott - that of a celebration of Eucharistic Exposition and Benediction. Praying this devotion each First Friday afternoon includes the Litany to the Sacred Heart. We thank Father Sinnott for introducing this new tradition to our school community. We wrapped up adventure-filled week with an evening Talent Show enjoyed by families and friends. We will always remember the kindness shown to us during the flood of 2011 and we will never take for granted
the support our school received. Catholic Schools’ Week is a fun week, but also a time for reflecting upon blessings and Holy Rosary School has been truly blessed. National History Day
A highlight of our Open House was the display of National History Day projects by our students. Per nhd.org: “National History Day makes history come alive for America’s youth by engaging them in the discovery of the historic, cultural and social experiences of the past. Through hands-on experiences and presentations, today’s youth are better able to inform the present and shape the future. NHD inspires children through exciting competitions and transforms teaching through projectbased curriculum and instruction.” NHD is a tradition at Holy Rosary and we are most grateful to Mrs. Jen Snyder, Mrs. Doris Brady and Mrs. Maureen Conlon for their immense devotion to helping each student reach his or her highest potential. Awards were presented in the following categories to the following students: • Group Performance: Grace Berlew, Jordan Cicon, Angelina Falcone - First Place (The Children’s March of 1903);
Group Documentary: Abby Klink and Rylee Shay - First Place (The Knox Mine Disaster); Group Documentary: Kaley Kovaleski and Peyton McNulty Second Place (Raking in the Muck); Individual Documentary: Emily Mazur First Place ( Rub-a-Dub Dub, Clean Germs in the Tub); Group Website: Lauren Cawley and Kierra Saldi - First Place (Love turns to Agony);Group Website: Christina Heppding and Maggie Stuccio - Second Place (The Day the Sun Rose Twice); Group Website: Matthew D’Elia, Michael Mucciolo, and Michael Skutack - Third Place (The Great Grate); Individual Exhibit: Charles Vermac- First Place ( The Fall of Shogun); Group Exhibit: Julie Mazaleski and Elizabeth Stone - First Place ( Valley Forge); Group Exhibit: Kevin Bradigan and Larry Corridoni - Second Place ( The Iron Clad); Group Exhibit: Sarah Liskowicz, Emily Miller and Madeline Skutack - Third Place ( Girl Scouts)
Gift certificate news
Voucher sales will continue to be held in the Holy Rosary Church basement from 8 to 10 a.m. each Thursday. School families may send in your orders on Wednesday to be filled on Thursday Recycling
In addition to cartridge recycling we also have cell phone recycling. Select cell phones can be dropped off in the same location and recycled for credit. For more information or for a list of qualifying cartridges, contact Mrs. Skutack at 457-2553. Labels and box tops
Campbell’s Soup labels and Box Tops for Education are being collected at Holy Rosary School. These programs enable us to provide educational resources that may be unaffordable through our regular budget. They offer merchandise like computers, software, sports equipment, reference materials, science and art items, even musical instruments. Registration information Please continue your support of these Registration is past due. If you have programs by sending in your labels to not re-registered your currently-en- the school office or by placing them in rolled children, call the school immedi- the church vestibule. Labels can be sent ately at 457-2553. in immediately and processed before they expire.
SUNDAY DISPATCH Legals/ Public Notices
150 Special Notices
MERCEDES-BENZ `73 450SL with Convertible
ESTATE NOTICE NOTICE is hereby given that Letters Testamentary have been granted in the Estate of ALBERTA P. CHASE, a/k/a ALBERTA CHASElate of the Borough of Duryea, who died December 17, 2012 All persons indebted to said Estate are requested to make payment and those having claims to present the same, without delay, to the Executor, STANLEY P. CHASE and his Attorneys.
100 ANNOUNCEMENTS 110
Lost
ALL JUNK VEHICLES WANTED!!
CALL ANYTIME HONEST PRICES FREE REMOVAL
SAPORITO, SAPORITO & FALCONE 390 NORTH MAIN STREET PITTSTON, PA 18640
CA$H PAID ON THE SPOT 570.301.3602
570-301-3602
CALL US! TO JUNK YOUR CAR
BEST PRICES IN THE AREA CA$H ON THE $POT, Free Anytime Pickup 570-301-3602 LOST Ring, Diamond Family heirloom. Thomas’s & Dollar General in Shaver town or Boscov’s. REWARD. 570-793-8641
120
Found
LIKE NEW Used Tires & Batteries for $20 & Up
VITO’S & GINO’S
949 Wyoming Ave. Forty Fort
288-8995
135
Legals/ Public Notices
ESTATE NOTICE NOTICE is hereby given that Letters Testamentary have been granted in the Estate of ROBERT J. BERNOSKIE, a/k/a ROBERT BERNOSKIE, late of the City of Pittston, who died December 30, 2012 All persons indebted to said Estate are requested to make payment and those having claims to present the same, without delay, to the Executors, RONALD D’ELISEO and BRENDA D’ELISEO and their Attorneys.
509
Building/ Construction/ Skilled Trades
IF YOU’RE NOT SELLING YOUR JUNK VEHICLES AND HEAVY EQUIPMENT TO
HAPPY TRAILS
YOU’RE LOSING MONEY
WEEKLY WEEKLY SPECIAL
Carmen C. Saporito President
Extra $150 for bulldozes 570-760-2035 570-542-2277 6am to 9pm
Shopping for a new apartment? Classified lets you compare costs without hassle or worry! Get moving with classified! ESTATE NOTICE NOTICE is hereby given that Letters of Administration have been granted in the Estate of JOSEPH P. MILAZZO, late of the Township of Pittston, who died December 17, 2012. All persons indebted to said Estate are requested to make payment and those having claims to present the same, without delay, to the Administratrix, CAMILLE BOWER and her Attorneys. SAPORITO, SAPORITO & FALCONE 490 N. MAIN STREET PITTSTON, PA 18640 ESTATE NOTICE NOTICE is hereby given that Letters Testamentary have been granted in the Estate of RICHARD E. WILLIS, late of the Township of Jenkins, who died November 9, 2012. All persons indebted to said Estate are requested to make payment and those having claims to present the same, without delay, to the Executrix, LUCILLE KONUPKA and her Attorneys.
310
Attorney Services
BDA UN KI R- AU PRT DC Y
SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY BENEFITS WORKERS’ COMP Free Consultation 25+ Years Exp.
Joseph M. Blazosek 570-655-4410 570-822-9556 blazoseklaw.com DIVORCE No Fault $295 divorce295.com Atty. Kurlancheek 800-324-9748 W-B FREE Bankruptcy Consultation Payment plans. Carol Baltimore 570-822-1959
406
ATVs/Dune Buggies
TOMAHAWK`11
Building/ Construction/ Skilled Trades
Seeking individual for office position in areas of estimating, purchasing, submittals, change orders, computers, etc. This individual should have experience in the construction field, office experience is not necessary. Comprehensive benefits package.
E.O.E.
Send resumes and salary requirements in confidence to: c/o Times Leader Box 4270 15 N. Main Street Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0250
548 Medical/Health
SATURN `01 LW
CD player, alarm system, power door locks, power windows, front wheel drive. $120,617 miles. Asking $3,000. 570-736-6082
LINEUP ASUCCESSFULSALE INCLASSIFIED! Doyouneedmorespace? A yard or garage sale in classified is the best way tocleanoutyourclosets! You’re in bussiness with classified!
TOYOTA ‘04 CELICA GT
112K miles. Blue, 5 speed. Air, power windows/locks, CD/cassette, Keyless entry, sunroof, new battery. Car drives and has current PA inspection. Slight rust on corner of passenger door. Clutch slips on hard acceleration. This is why its thousands less than Blue Book value. $6,500 OBO. Make an offer! Call 570-592-1629
415 Autos-Antique & Classic
CHEVROLET `76 PICKUP 4 Cylinder Very Good Condition! NEW PRICE $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
439
Motorcycles
Garage kept, no rust, lots of chrome, black with teal green flake. Includes storage jack & 2 helmets. $3600 570-410-1026
451
Trucks/ SUVs/Vans
INTERNATIONAL `05 4300 BOX TRUCK
150 Special Notices
509
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
SUZUKI ‘01 VS 800 GL INTRUDER
SAPORITO, SAPORITO & FALCONE 498 NORTH MAIN STREET PITTSTON, PA 18640
MECHANICAL CONTRACTOR
548 Medical/Health
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.
The San Cataldo Society of Pittston will hold a special meeting on Sunday, February 17 at 10:30 AM at the Society’s hall, 111 S. Main St., Pittston, PA All full members are welcome to attend.
Adopting your newborn is our dream. Security & love await. Expenses paid Jackie and Ivan 1-800-380-8959
SAPORITO, SAPORITO & FALCONE 490 NORTH MAIN STREET PITTSTON, PA 18640
FOSTER PARENT(S) NEEDED
LEGAL NOTICE
LINE UP A GREAT DEAL... IN CLASSIFIED!
412 Autos for Sale
ATV, 110 CC. Brand New Tomahawk Kids Quad. Only $695 takes it away! 570-817-2952 Wilkes-Barre
412 Autos for Sale
FORD ‘08 FOCUS SE Silver, black interior. 4 door sedan. Power windows and locks, CD. 104k highway miles. Runs excellent. $7200 negotiable. 570-578-9222
WANTED!
ALL JUNK CARS! CA$H PAID
18’, automatic, lift gate. GVW 17,000. Unladen weight 9,100. $15,500. 570-760-3226 570-735-4788
457 Wanted to Buy Auto
All Junk Cars & Trucks Wanted Highest Prices Paid In CA$H FREE PICKUP
570-574-1275
570-301-3602
Administrative Position Full-time Salaried Position (80 hours. bi-weekly)
*Long term care and wound experience preferred* Competitive salary and benefit package. Our benefits include paid vacation, holiday, personal days, up to $1500/yearly. college tuition reimbursement, health insurance, life insurance, long-term disability and pension plan. Apply on line at: https://home.eease.com/recruit/?id=3840741 Email resume – hr@meadowsnrc.com Or apply in person @
Meadows Nursing & Rehabilitation Center 4 East Center Hill Road Dallas PA 18612 e.o.e.
Back Mountain Memorial Library Part-time clerical position Excellent typing and computer skills required. Work includes detailed clerical tasks and record keeping, some front desk coverage. Must enjoy working in a busy environment and possess good interpersonal skills. 20-24 hours a week includes every other Sat. Apply at front desk.
518 Customer Support/Client Care
P&C LICENSED SERVICE REP Nanticoke and sur-
rounding areas. Full or part time. Call after 5pm 570-825-3932
533
Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair
DIESEL MECHANIC (Pittston,PA)
Experienced dependable Diesel Mechanic wanted. Must have own tools. PA Inspection license preferred but not required. Must possess valid CDL A. Come help us maintain our 150 truck fleet of newer Volvo equipment. Enjoy a great work environment with excellent working conditions. Day shift 45 hour normal work week with good pay and excellent benefits. Send your resume to: hr@calexlogistics .com or in person @ Calex 58 Pittston Ave., Pittston, PA.
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.
Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair
533
HVAC/R SERVICE TECHNICIAN
Currently seeking HVAC/R Technician. Minimum 5 years experience servicing Commercial and Industrial equipment. Experience with chillers for process and comfort cooling helpful. Excellent salary and benefit package. Send resume to RiteTemp Assoc., 101 S. Lackawanna Trail, Dalton PA 18414 or email to rswanson@ritetemp.com . Check our website for employment info: WWW.RITE-TEMP.COM
COME EXPERIENCE THE WILLIAMS WAY!! We currently have the following positions available:
General Service Technician Tire Technician Sales Associate Manager Trainees We Offer Full Benefit Packages!!!
LINE UP A GREAT DEAL... IN CLASSIFIED!
If you are working within the automotive industry, or are looking to make a change, and are ready to step into a rewarding career, contact: Jack Williams Tire Company! Apply online at www. jackwilliams.com, or call to apply at 1-877-WORK 4 JW.
Looking for the right deal on an automobile? Turn to classified. It’s a showroom in print! Classified’s got the directions!
Immediate opening for
HVAC Service Technician
LINEUP ASUCCESSFULSALE IN CLASSIFIED!
5 years minimum commercial service experience a must. Great working conditions, benefits & wages. Retirement plan, uniforms, vehicle & vacation. Email resume: unitedheating @verizon.net or fax 570-655-7884 Call to schedule interview 570-655-7882
Doyouneedmorespace? A yard or garage sale in classified is the best way to cleanoutyourclosets! You’re in bussiness with classified!
Purebred Animals? Sell them here with a classified ad! 570-829-7130 551
506 Administrative/ Clerical
Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair
JACK WILLIAMS TIRE COMPANY A Local Automotive and Industry Leader Wants YOU on OUR team!!!!
Other
551
Other
533
Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair
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
Looking for that special place called home? Classified will address Your needs. Open the door with classified!
542
Logistics/ Transportation
DRIVERS
NOW HIRING SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS Best pay. Will train
if necessary. Pace Transportation 570-883-9797 Drivers: Home Most Nights, EVERY Weekend! Flatbed/Van, Good money, Benefits. CDL-A 1 year experience preferred. Hazmat pays extra. Whitebread Trucking: 570-788-4183
548 Medical/Health
• • • • • •
Caretaker Aide Med-Tech Housekeeping PT Cooks Administrator Part Time Pittston/ Scranton Area Fax Resume To 570-341-5092 Or Apply At: 51 N Main Pittston 218 N. Main Ave Scranton, Pa
551
Other
ASSISTANT PROPERTY MANAGER Responsible for
the day-to-day administration and implementation of those policies, procedures and programs that will assure a well managed well maintained property.The Assistant Property Manager will be assigned to specified action areas at the discretion of the Property Manager and/or Sr.Property Manager.Post Available Full/Part-Time Send resume charles.solinsky@ aol.com
554
Production/ Operations
KMS FAB LLC
Has immediate openings for the positions listed below. Drivers - Home Weekends! Health, Retirement. Paid Vacation. CDL-A Local/Regional, 2 years experience. Good MVR, Reefer Preferred. Call Mike Miller 1-800-852-9190 Say it HERE in the Classifieds! 570-829-7130
551
Other
-Turret Punch Press Operators -Laser Operators Please email your resume to:
kbrunges@kmspa.com
Or fill out an application at KMS, FAB, LLC. 100 Parry Street Luzerne, PA 18709 E.O.E
551
Other
554
Production/ Operations
FORK TRUCK OPERATORS We know jobs are
few and far between right now, but we have some. If you have a solid work history, reliable transportation, valid driver’s license and have a drug free lifestyle then we want to hear from you. We are currently looking for experienced fork truck operators that have picking, receiving, loading and unloading experience. In particular we would also like for you to have stand-up fork truck experience, know how to use a scanner and have done these jobs for at least 1 year. So if you’re taking time to read this ad we have jobs, and apparently you need one, so let’s make this a TEAM effort and get you started. Please contactMonday - Friday 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM: 714-5955
Looking for the right deal on an automobile? Turn to classified. It’s a showroom in print! Classified’s got the directions! 569 Security/ Protective Services
SECURITY OFFICERS
Join Vector Security Patrol and become a name on a winning team. We have career opportunities for Armed Security Officers (Act 235 required) Part-time 2nd shift Fri & Sat hours in Drums. Previous security experience a plus! 800-682-4722 E.O.E
Say it HERE in the Classifieds! 570-829-7130
551
TV TECHNICIAN Needed for immediate hire at a local TV store. Experience a MUST. If interested,call 570-760-7690
The Dispatch
LOCAL PROS
1-800-273-7130 for Local Pros
CONSTRUCTION
Kung Fu & Tai Chi FREE
Ceramic Tile Work - Kitchens - Bathrooms - Garages - Replacement Windows - New Homes - Additions - Doors Complete Remodeling FREE Estimates - Insured
457-8145 or 655-0777
Quality Works at Affordable Prices
Kung Fu is a face-paced workout geared toward self-defense and Tai Chi is a slow-paced workout for relaxation and stress relief. • Do you need to Relieve Stress? • Do you need better strength & flexibility? • Do you need better balance & muscle tone? • Does your child need more discipline? • Does your child need more concentration? • Does your child need to be more responsible? Then Try: 2 Free Lessons
Rothrock’s Kung Fu & Tai Chi Call: (570) 457-2591
See more at: rothrockskungfu.com
PA008322
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Full time/Part time
for busy personal injury law practice. Excellent organizational, communication, writing, typing and dictation skills a must. Salary commensurate with experience. Email resume in confidence to: Law Offices of Eugene D. Sperazza sperazzalaw@ sperazzalaw.com
Wanna make your car go fast? Place an ad in Classified! 570-829-7130.
Other
Find Your Ideal Employee! Place an ad and end the search! 570-829-7130 ask for an employment specialist
General Contractor
RN
Wound Nurse
CLERICAL POSITION
533
CHRIS LATONA
548 Medical/Health
Ecumenical Enterprises Inc. d/b/a Meadows Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
506 Administrative/ Clerical
801045
135
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2013 PAGE 7
ROOFING
TRAVEL
Overnight Junket to Atlantic City’s Taj Mahal!
member Northeastern & Central PA
PREFERRED CONTRACTOR SINCE 1976
March 5 & 6
Complementary room, transportation & baggage handling. Food, Beverages & Snacks served on bus. $25 per person.
Al Lispi: 570-814-3137 or 570-823-9578
PRESSURE WASHING
ADVANCED PRESSURE WASH SYSTEMS We Clean Gutters, Inside and Out
Leaf Removal
Get black and green mold & moss removed from your roof • Pressure Wash Homes Prompt Service 7 Days a Week
570-212-8390
SMITH & MILLER ROOFING, INC.
• Flat Roofs • Shingles • Siding • Replacement Windows Free Estimates - Licensed & Insured WORKMANSHIP GUARANTEED ROBERT SMITH, WEST PITTSTON
655-6710
HIC# PA-005521
PAGE 8 SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2013 710
DRYER & DISHWASHER
600 FINANCIAL 610
LIKE NEW
Business Opportunities
DELI & GIFT SHOP
Includes appliances fixtures, gifts....$20k 570-262-5202
Looking for the right deal on an automobile? Turn to classified. It’s a showroom in print! Classified’s got the directions!
630 Money To Loan “We can erase your bad credit 100% GUARANTEED.” Attorneys for the Federal Trade Commission say they’ve never seen a legitimate credit repair operation. No one can legally remove accurate and timely information from your credit report. It’s a process that starts with you and involves time and a conscious effort to pay your debts. Learn about managing credit and debt at ftc. gov/credit. A message from The Times Leader and the FTC.
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 DRYER: Like new, kenmore 90 series electric dryer. white. auto moisture sensing-4 fabric settings $250. Kenmore Ultrawash DISHWASHER. beige. ultrawash sensor & quiet guard system. $300. Willing to negotiate if u buy both! 570-266-2300
Antiques & Collectibles
YEARBOOKS. COUGHLIN (25) 1928-1980, GAR, (22) 1928-2006, MEYERS, (22) 19571981, WYOMING VALLEY WEST, (11) 1970-1992. NANTICOKE, (2) 19711979, PITTSTON, (11) 1967-1981HANOVER (6) 1951-1981 MINT. Prices vary depending on condition. $20-$40 each. Call for further details and additional school editions. 570-825-4721 arthurh302@ aol.com
758 Miscellaneous DVD 25 assorted movies,Happy Gilmore, The Day After Tomorrow, Original Bad News Bears, Ladder 49, The Mummy, BUG, Jennifer, Any Which Way You Can $30. The Walking Dead complete first season (2 Discs) $10. The Walking Dead complete 2nd season (4 Discs) $15. 570-852-1636
570-301-3602
CALL US! TO JUNK YOUR CAR BEST PRICES IN THE AREA
CA$H
ON THE
$POT,
Free Anytime Pickup 570-301-3602
Line up a place to live in classified! 742
Furnaces & Heaters
OIL TANKS (2)
275 gallon indoor oil tanks. Very good condition. Converted to gas. $125. each. Call 570-760-2793
744
Furniture & Accessories
CEDAR CHEST , Caswell Runyan Co. 85 years old, very ornate, perfect condition $100. 570-675-5723 CHAIRS, (2) Genuine leather, custom made recliners. Taupe color, like new. $550 each. 570-675-5046
700 MERCHANDISE 708
Appliances
SUNDAY DISPATCH
758 Miscellaneous
ATTENTION VENDORS Accent items,
ceramics, baskets, holiday items, glasses, much more. ALL EXCELLENT PRICES AND IN EXCELLENT CONDITION. 570-675-5046 after 5:30 P.M. 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
MERCHANTS VILLAGE merchantsvillage.com
(Former Walmart Bldg) Oak St., Pittston
770
Photo Equipment
BUY 1 GET 1 FREE
ALL FOOD ITEMS FROM BOOTH 262 AT MERCHANTS VILLAGE (cannot be combined with other offers. Offer valid until Sun. Feb. 3rd
570-891-1972
900 REAL ESTATE FOR SALE 906 Homes for Sale Having trouble paying your mortgage? Falling behind on your payments? You may get mail from people who promise to forestall your foreclosure for a fee in advance. Report them to the Federal Trade Commission, the nation’s consumer protection agency. Call 1-877FTC-HELP or click on ftc.gov. A message from The Times Leader and the FTC.
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.
DUPONT
424 Simpson St. Good condition Cape Cod. 3 bedroom, 1 full bath in quiet neighborhood. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-4357 $72,000 Brian Harashinski 570-237-0689
Corner lot. Carport & 1 1/2 car garage detached. Gas heat, vinyl siding, 1 1/2 baths. Enclosed side porch. $89,000 570-779-5438 Leave Message.
906 Homes for Sale
906 Homes for Sale
362 Susquehanna Avenue Completely remodeled, spectacular, 2 story Victorian home, with 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, new rear deck, full front porch, tiled baths & kitchen, granite countertops. All cherry hardwood floors throughout, all new stainless steel appliances & lighting. New oil furnace, washer/dryer in first floor bath. Great neighborhood, nice yard. $174,900 (30 year loan, $8,750 down, $887/month, 30 years @ 4.5%) NOT IN FLOOD 100% OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE Call Bob at 570-899-8877 570-654-1490
To place your ad call...829-7130
FORTY FORT SINGLE HOME 3 bedroom.
906 Homes for Sale
EXETER
CAMERA Minolta Maxxum 8000i 35mm film camera with 2 lenses, off camera flash unit, very good condition reduced $250. After 5 570- 788-2388
Come Shop With Us! ***********
Sunday Dinner Spaghetti with meat sauce garlic bread & cake. $3.49 + tax Eat in or take out. Served 10:30 am to 3:30 pm or until sold out. ***********
906 Homes for Sale
906 Homes for Sale
EXETER
Beautifully remodeled 3 bedroom home in mint meticulous condition, with 2 full baths, and a 2 car garage, hardwood floors, tile floors, exterior composite wood deck, fully finished lower level family room, large closets, upgraded kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, gas heat, excellent neighborhood. $174,900 Bob Stackhouse 654-1490
JENKINS TWP. $34,900
151 E. Saylor Ave. Fixer upper with great potential in quiet neighborhood. 3 bedrooms, 1 bath with off street parking and nice yard. Directions: Rt 315, at light turn onto Laflin Rd to bottom of hill. Turn right onto E. Saylor. atlasrealtyinc.com MLS 12-3672 Call Keri Best 570-885-5082
906 Homes for Sale
Real Estate Briefs –– Prepared by The Times Leader Advertising Department
Michele Hopkins Joins Atlas Realty, Inc.
Charles A. Adonizio, III, Broker/Owner of Atlas Realty Inc. is pleased to announce the addition of Michele L. Hopkins as a Realtor Associate. Michele has been licensed since 2006 after receiving her education through the Pennsylvania Real Estate Academy. She has a strong commitment to excellence and has worked hard to earn a reputation for integrity and trust. Michele also brings with her experience with both lending and title services which benefit both buyers and sellers. Her full understanding of the real estate transaction from start to finish is a great advantage. If you are seeking a realtor that has strong marketing skills, creative problem solving, negotiation solutions and most importantly shows she cares about her buyers and seller, then Michele is the one for you. She can be reached at the Atlas Realty office or directly at 570-540-6046. Her email is michelehopkins.realtor@aol.com
906 Homes for Sale
LAFLIN $129,900
111 Laflin Road Nice 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath Split Level home with hardwood floors, 1 car garage, large yard and covered patio in very convenient location. Great curb appeal and plenty of off street parking. Rt. 315 to light @ Laflin Rd. Turn west onto Laflin Rd. Home is on left. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-2852 Keri Best 570-885-5082
LINEUP ASUCCESSFULSALE INCLASSIFIED! Doyouneedmorespace? A yard or garage sale in classified is the best way tocleanoutyourclosets! You’re in bussiness with classified!
LAFLIN
906 Homes for Sale PITTSTON TWP. $175,000
110 Front St. Great price and great location. This well-maintained 3 bedroom, 1.5 baths bilevel home is in move in condition. Spacious eat-in kitchen with custom cabinets, tile floor and counters. Unique lower level family room with wood burning fireplace, office s p a c e . laundry/bath c o m b o . Plenty of storage including an 8X6 cedar closet. Outdoor space has covered patio, columned carport and well manicured partially fenced yard. Detached large garage. For more info & photos, go to www.atlasrealtyinc.com MLS# 12-2053 Call Angie at 570-885-4896 Terry at 570-885-3041
P E N D I N G
912 Lots & Acreage LAFLIN $32,900 Lot#9 Pinewood Dr
10 Fairfield Drive Exceptional & spacious custom built cedar home with open floor plan and all of the amenities situated on 2 lots in picturesque setting. Create memories in this 5 bedroom, 4 bath home with 18’ ceiling in living room, gas fireplace, granite kitchen, large 2 story foyer, huge finished lower level for entertaining with bar/full kitchen & wine cellar. Inground pool & hot tub. $389,900 Directions: Rt 315 to Laflin Rd., right onto Oakwood Dr., right onto Fordham Rd, left onto Fairfield Dr., home is on the right. www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-4063 Call Keri Best 570-885-5082
Build your new home in a great neighborhood. Convenient location near highways, airport, casino and shopping
156 X 110 X 150 X 45 DIRECTIONS Rt 315
to laflin Rd; make left off Laflin Rd onto Pinewood Dr. Lot is on corner of Pinewood Dr. and Hickorywood Dr. MLS 13-23 atlas realtyinc.com Call Keri Best 570-885-5082
Apartments/ Unfurnished
PITTSTON
35 STARK ST
Completely Remodeled 3 bedroom. Home in a great neighborhood. Includes refinished hardwood and new tile floors, new bathroom and kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. Gas heat, nice yard and porches. $74,900 Call (570)654-1490
WYOMING 369 Monument Ave.
New listing. Out of flood zone. 2 bedroom, 1.5 baths, living & dining rooms, kitchen. Includes stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, stackable washer & dryer, central air on 1st floor. Large lot with shed. $87,500. 570-693-2717
LINEUP ASUCCESSFULSALE IN CLASSIFIED! Doyouneedmorespace? A yard or garage sale in classified is the best way tocleanoutyourclosets! You’re in bussiness with classified!
302 Main Street 2nd floor, 2 bedrooms, partially furnished. All appliances, washer/ dryer, air. Water, sewer & trash paid. $525/month + electric & security. 570-466-2157
FORTY FORT
2nd floor, 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, refrigerator & stove, washer/dryer hook up, off-street parking, no pets, Living & dining rooms, new eat in kitchen. $650/ month + utilities, 1st, last & security. (570)706-5586
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. $675. 570-655-0530
Collect cash, not dust! Clean out your basement, garage or attic and call the Classified department today at 570829-7130!
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 bed-
room. $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
941
Apartments/ Unfurnished
950
Half Doubles
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
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
FORTY FORT
AMERICA REALTY “A NEW GENERATION”
Of on-going leased rentals. Management services. Various locations and styles. 1 bedroom start $625; 2 bedrooms start $750. All plus utilities, 2 year leases. No pets/No smoking, EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATION. Call for details.
570-288-1422
It's that time again! Rent out your apartment with the Classifieds 570-829-7130
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
Looking to buy a home? Place an ad here and let the sellers know! 570-829-7130
MOUNTAIN TOP WOODBRYN 1 & 2 Bedroom.
NANTICOKE
DUPONT
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
Apartments/ Unfurnished
No pets. Rents based on income start at $405 & $440. Handicap Accessible. Equal Housing Opportunity. 570474-5010 TTY711 This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
941
NANTICOKE
941
2nd floor, 1 bedroom non smoking. Water & sewer included. No pets. 1 year lease + references. $380/month + security & utilities. Call 570-735-3719
OLD FORGE
4 rooms, 2nd floor, heat and sewer furnished. Washer/ dryer hookup. Off street parking. $695 570-817-8981
PITTSTON
2 bedroom apt. 2nd floor, stove & refrigerator, off street parking. Water, sewer & garbage included. Non smokers & no pets. $550/month. 570-655-2567
WILKES-BARRE
447 S. Franklin St. 1 bedroom with study, off street parking, laundry facility. Includes heat and hot water, hardwood floors, appliances, Trash removal. $580/mo Call (570)821-5599
WILKES-BARRE HISTORIC WHEELMAN 439 S. Franklin St. Fabulous 1 bedroom, hardwood floors. A/C, marble bath. Security system. Laundry, off street parking. $600 570-821-5599
944
Commercial Properties
WEST PITTSTON Two bedroom condo type single. Lots of windows. Large living room + family room, great sunporch. Hardwood floors, tile bath, heated gar age. Out of flood zone. $950/month + utilities. No pets or smoking. 570-655-4311
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*
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
LINE UP A GREAT DEAL... IN CLASSIFIED!
Looking for the right deal on an automobile? Turn to classified. It’s a showroom in print! Classified’s got the directions! 953 Houses for Rent
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 EXETER Beautiful magnificent Cape Cod style home. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, finished lower level, 2 car garage with a rear deck area. Master bedroom and bath on first floor, new carpets, recently painted, hardwood & tile floors, granite counters & stainless steel appliances in kitchen. Gas heat. $1500 per/ month. 570-479-6722
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
DOLPHIN PLAZA
Rte. 315 2,400 Sq. Ft. professional office space with beautiful view of Valley & Casino. will divide office / retail Call 570-829-1206
PITTSTON COOPERS CO-OP
Lease Space Available, Light manufacturing, warehouse, office, includes all utilities with free parking. I will save you money!
PLYMOUTH
2 bedroom Home Off street parking Pet friendly for small dog or cat $550/month Deposit required Utilities extra 779-2597
WEST PITTSTON
TOWNHOUSE 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, hardwood floors, living/dining combo, refrigerator & stove, washer/ dryer hookup, offstreet parking, no pets. Front and back porches, full basement. $650/ per month + utilities & security deposit. Call 570-655-8928
962
Rooms
WEST PITTSTON
Gorgeous, furnished room for rent in Victorian home. Everything included. Only $150/week + security. 570-430-3100
1000 SERVICE DIRECTORY
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
PLYMOUTH
3 bedrooms. Newly remodeled with yard & large patio. Washer & dryer hookup, wall to wall carpeting. $600/ month & deposit required. Section 8 O.K. 570-991-2364 or 570-760-0175
1024
315 PLAZA 1,750 SQ. FT. & 2,400 SQ.FT OFFICE/RETAIL 2,000 FT. Fully Furnished With Cubicles. 570-829-1206
950
Half Doubles
1ST. QUALITY CONSTRUCTION CO.
Roofing, siding, gutters, insulation, decks, additions, windows, doors, masonry & concrete. Insured & Bonded.
Senior Citizens Discount! State Lic. # PA057320
570-606-8438 1135
DURYEA
3 bedroom, 1.5 baths, separate laundry area. Large yard. Off street parking. $700/ month + security & utilities & garbage. 570-466-0401 570-655-6475
PITTSTON Spacious & newly
remodeled. 3 bedroom 1/2 double. $600. per month + utilities, security & references. Water, sewer & garbage included. 570-466-9893
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
Building & Remodeling
Hauling & Trucking
A.S.A.P Hauling Estate Cleanouts, Attics, Cellars, Garages, we’re cheaper than dumpsters!. Free Estimates, Same Day! 570-855-4588
1249 Remodeling & Repairs
HARTH & SON’S General
Contractor 15% off with this ad. 570-815-8294
LINEUP ASUCCESSFULSALE IN CLASSIFIED! Doyouneedmorespace? A yard or garage sale in classified is the best way tocleanoutyourclosets! You’re in bussiness with classified!
SUNDAY DISPATCH
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2013 PAGE 9
! # ! ! ! % $"# # !"# # " !! SHOP 24/7 @ MOTORWORLDGROUP.COM
SHOP 14 BRANDS ALL UNDER 1 ROOF WHERE IT'S NICE AND WARM!
SAVINGS UP TO
12,000
$
FINANCING AS LOW AS
0% APR AVAILABLE!
SALES HOURS MON – FRI: 9AM-7PM SAT: 9AM-5PM SUN: OPEN FOR OUTDOOR BROWSING NOON-5PM
ARE YOU PREPARED
FOR WINTER? MOTORWORLD HAS HUNDREDS OF
TRUCKS AND SUVS TO CHOOSE FROM
STK: L11988A
2002 Buick LeSabre Custom ............................. 4D Sedan...................................... 93,471
MILES $5,609
STK: T30496A 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser Base.............................. 4D Sport Utility............................ 60,567
MILES $20,268
STK: TP15963
2005 Ford Escape XLT......................................... 4D Sport Utility............................. 92,995
MILES $8,298
STK: L11985A
2011 Toyota Prius One ........................................ 5D Hatchback .............................. 13,785
MILES $20,295
STK: CH5615B 2002 Lincoln Town Car Signature.................... 4D Sedan...................................... 75,238
MILES $8,302
STK: K13673B 2009 Honda CR-V EX-L........................................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 42,368
MILES $20,352
STK: K13643A 2007 Hyundai Sonata GLS.................................. 4D Sedan...................................... 78,784
MILES $8,777
STK: T30788A 2011 Jeep Patriot Latitude X ............................. 4D Sport Utility............................ 17,542
MILES $20,479
2004 Dodge Durango SLT .................................. 4D Sport Utility............................. 77,368
MILES $9,169
STK: H29395A 2010 Honda CR-V EX........................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 42,216
MILES $20,499
STK: KS0479A 2008 Hyundai Sonata GLS.................................. 4D Sedan...................................... 65,257
MILES $9,387
STK: T30860A 2011 Toyota RAV4 Base...................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 30,508
MILES $20,548
2005 Ford Escape XLT......................................... 4D Sport Utility............................. 55,713
MILES $10,001
STK: L11910C
2008 Cadillac SRX V6........................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 59,063
MILES $20,598
STK: H29410A 2006 Hyundai Sonata GLS V6............................ 4D Sedan...................................... 60,045
MILES $10,253
STK: H29325A 2008 Honda Pilot EX-L......................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 39,442
MILES $20,651
STK: H29573A 2005 Honda Accord EX 3.0................................ 4D Sedan...................................... 87,483
MILES $10,286
STK: K13033A 2010 Hyundai Veracruz Limited........................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 41,799
MILES $20,774
2004 Lexus ES 330................................................ 4D Sedan...................................... 96,955
MILES $10,379
STK: T30629A 2010 Toyota RAV4 Sport .................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 23,267
MILES $21,161
STK: H29557A 2007 Honda Accord EX ...................................... 4D Sedan...................................... 86,773
MILES $10,466
STK: T30492B 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 3.8..................... 2D Coupe..................................... 21,204
MILES $21,195
STK: T30672A 2007 Toyota Camry LE ........................................ 4D Sedan...................................... 81,041
MILES $10,723
STK: H29733A 2011 Honda CR-V LX ........................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 15,814
MILES $21,479
STK: C3658B
2004 Lexus ES 330................................................ 4D Sedan...................................... 79,816
MILES $11,277
STK: M8154A
2010 Jeep Commander Sport ........................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 17,637
MILES $21,816
STK: A11762A
2007 Honda Accord EX ...................................... 4D Sedan...................................... 85,987
MILES $11,744
STK: H29648A 2009 Hyundai Genesis 3.8 .................................. 4D Sedan..................................... 24,366
MILES $21,829
STK: M8038A
2009 Chevrolet Impala LS................................... 4D Sedan...................................... 37,908
MILES $11,835
STK: J5352A
2009 Lexus IS 250 ................................................. 4D Sedan..................................... 56,968
MILES $22,011
STK: H29590A 2008 Ford Fusion SE ............................................ 4D Sedan...................................... 55,999
MILES $11,961
STK: A11727A 2011 Toyota RAV4 Limited................................. 4D Sport Utility............................ 24,547
MILES $22,024
STK: H29094A 2008 Honda Accord EX-L 2.4 ............................ 4D Sedan...................................... 87,335
MILES $12,035
STK: T30762A 2007 Toyota Tundra SR5 Double Cab.............. 4D Double Cab ............................ 50,259
MILES $22,113
2007 Honda Accord EX 2.4................................ 4D Sedan...................................... 60,265
MILES $12,425
STK: A11194A
2010 Acura TSX 2.4.............................................. 4D Sedan..................................... 20,607
MILES $22,305
STK: H29051A 2008 Honda Civic LX............................................ 2D Coupe...................................... 20,288
MILES $12,494
STK: T30642A 2010 Toyota Avalon Limited.............................. 4D Sedan..................................... 35,129
MILES $22,384
STK: A11512B
2010 Chrysler Sebring Limited.......................... 4D Sedan...................................... 30,110
MILES $13,234
STK: A11425B 2012 Mini Cooper S Base.................................... 2D Hatchback .............................. 4,624
MILES $22,456
STK: J5395A
2010 Chevrolet Impala LT ................................... 4D Sedan...................................... 23,872
MILES $13,284
STK: A11746B
2011 Honda Pilot LX ............................................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 24,822
MILES $22,466
STK: H29352A 2008 Honda Accord EX 2.4................................ 4D Sedan...................................... 52,864
MILES $13,309
STK: T30761A 2011 Nissan Frontier SV...................................... 4D Crew Cab ............................... 22,231
MILES $22,499
2011 Honda Civic LX-S........................................ 4D Sedan...................................... 39,801
MILES $13,479
STK: T30779A 2012 Ford Escape XLT......................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 5,245
MILES $22,514
STK: H28195A 2010 Ford Fusion SE ............................................ 4D Sedan...................................... 41,384
MILES $13,568
STK: B10028A 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited ................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 36,277
MILES $22,548
2005 Acura TL Base Navigation ....................... 4D Sedan...................................... 74,608
MILES $13,597
STK: H29269B 2012 Subaru Forester 2.5X................................. 4D Sport Utility............................ 8,851
MILES $22,551
STK: H28344C 2008 Ford Escape XLT......................................... 4D Sport Utility............................. 78,860
MILES $13,678
STK: D0687A
MILES $23,060
STK: K13553A 2010 Honda Civic LX............................................ 4D Sedan...................................... 25,030
MILES $13,698
STK: L12002A 2008 Lexus ES 350................................................ 4D Sedan..................................... 16,960
MILES $23,196
STK: T30172A
2010 Toyota Corolla LE ....................................... 4D Sedan...................................... 23,587
MILES $13,894
STK: C3634A
2009 Cadillac CTS Base 1SA.............................. 4D Sedan..................................... 19,153
MILES $23,285
STK: M8188A
2006 Nissan Xterra SE......................................... 4D Sport Utility............................. 81,017
MILES $13,989
STK: H29186A 2010 Toyota Venza Base..................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 26,222
MILES $23,356
STK: L11860C
2007 Jeep Commander Sport ........................... 4D Sport Utility............................. 67,762
MILES $14,057
STK: H29707A 2012 Jeep Wrangler Sport.................................. 2D Sport Utility............................ 8,488
MILES $23,479
STK: T30751A 2009 Ford Fusion SE ............................................ 4D Sedan...................................... 47,331
MILES $14,499
STK: BP15987A 2010 Toyota Venza Base..................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 23,566
MILES $23,493
STK: K13624A 2009 Ford Fusion SE ............................................ 4D Sedan...................................... 48,121
MILES $14,499
STK: TP15995 2010 Toyota Highlander V6................................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 31,236
MILES $23,634
STK: K13717A 2007 Chrysler 300 Touring.................................. 4D Sedan...................................... 66,170
MILES $14,670
STK: C3657A
2010 Acura TL Base Technology Package .... 4D Sedan..................................... 29,674
MILES $23,741
STK: T30373A 2010 Toyota Corolla LE ....................................... 4D Sedan...................................... 23,813
MILES $14,677
STK: D0750A
2011 Toyota Tacoma Base ................................. 4D Access Cab ............................ 25,065
MILES $23,770
STK: H29365A 2010 Honda Civic LX............................................ 2D Coupe...................................... 31,437
MILES $14,768
STK: J5487B
2010 Audi A4 2.0T Premium.............................. 4D Sedan..................................... 37,693
MILES $24,098
STK: K13508A 2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring GLS.................. 4D Hatchback ............................... 11,178
MILES $14,864
STK: BP15851A 2010 Lexus IS 250 ................................................. 4D Sedan..................................... 35,819
MILES $24,259
2010 Honda Accord LX 2.4................................ 4D Sedan...................................... 24,984
MILES $14,974
STK: H29709A 2010 Honda Pilot EX............................................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 45,886
MILES $24,499
STK: T30538A 2009 Toyota RAV4 Base...................................... 4D Sport Utility............................. 52,910
MILES $14,976
STK: H29581A 2010 Honda Odyssey EX-L................................. 4D Passenger Van ....................... 48,104
MILES $24,499
STK: T30279A 2010 Toyota Corolla LE ....................................... 4D Sedan...................................... 8,754
MILES $14,979
STK: T30667A 2011 Toyota Tacoma Base V6 ........................... 4D Access Cab ............................ 25,329
MILES $24,545
STK: H29394A 2008 Honda Civic EX ........................................... 2D Coupe...................................... 19,217
MILES $15,024
STK: H29562A 2011 Acura TSX 3.5.............................................. 4D Sedan..................................... 13,739
MILES $24,661
STK: CH5592A 2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS.................................. 4D Sedan...................................... 26,238
MILES $15,254
STK: L11913A
2011 Lexus CT 200h Premium........................... 4D Hatchback .............................. 22,536
MILES $24,959
STK: T30615A 2010 Toyota Camry LE ........................................ 4D Sedan...................................... 28,221
MILES $15,317
STK: T30474A 2010 Toyota 4Runner SR5.................................. 4D Sport Utility............................ 46,938
MILES $25,114
STK: H29553A 2009 Ford Fusion SE ............................................ 4D Sedan...................................... 20,047
MILES $15,499
STK: A11504A 2011 Acura TSX 2.4.............................................. 4D Sedan..................................... 29,739
MILES $25,302
STK: BS0465A 2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS.................................. 4D Sedan...................................... 42,000
MILES $15,562
STK: H28829A 2011 Honda Pilot EX-L......................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 35,550
MILES $25,429
STK: H29405A 2011 Honda Accord LX-P 2.4 ............................ 4D Sedan...................................... 30,192
MILES $15,596
STK: A11770A 2010 Toyota Venza Base..................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 27,757
MILES $25,479
STK: H29202A 2010 Honda Civic LX............................................ 4D Sedan...................................... 12,170
MILES $15,664
STK: T30826A 2010 Honda Odyssey EX-L................................. 4D Passenger Van ....................... 35,971
MILES $25,479
STK: H29292A 2010 Honda Civic EX ........................................... 4D Sedan...................................... 37,649
MILES $16,006
STK: J5559A
2009 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara ........... 4D Sport Utility............................ 44,657
MILES $25,499
STK: B10005A 2008 Hyundai Veracruz Limited........................ 4D Sport Utility............................. 63,319
MILES $16,045
STK: T30309A 2010 Toyota Highlander SE................................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 25,168
MILES $25,579
STK: H29634A 2010 Honda Accord LX-P 2.4 ............................ 4D Sedan...................................... 19,088
MILES $16,058
STK: H29597A 2011 Honda CR-V EX-L........................................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 43,273
MILES $25,677
STK: H29625A 2010 Honda Accord LX-P 2.4 ............................ 4D Sedan...................................... 38,615
MILES $16,157
STK: T30189A 2011 Toyota Sienna LE........................................ 4D Passenger Van ....................... 14,607
MILES $25,875
2007 Chevrolet Colorado LT............................... 4D Crew Cab ................................ 66,268
MILES $16,323
STK: BP15983 2010 Mercedes C-Class C300 ............................ 4D Sedan..................................... 32,766
MILES $26,272
STK: T30678A 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT .................... 4D Extended Cab.......................... 57,243
MILES $16,440
STK: T30804A 2010 Acura RDX Base......................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 27,354
MILES $26,515
STK: H28961A 2010 Honda Accord EX-L 3.5 ............................ 4D Sedan...................................... 48,808
MILES $16,748
STK: A11576A 2012 Acura TSX 2.4 Special Edition ................ 4D Sedan..................................... 23,154
MILES $26,649
STK: H28204A 2012 Honda Accord LX 2.4................................ 4D Sedan...................................... 12,232
MILES $16,780
STK: L11983A
2010 Lexus ES 350................................................ 4D Sedan..................................... 26,495
MILES $26,705
STK: A11769A
2009 Jeep Liberty Limited.................................. 4D Sport Utility............................. 72,063
MILES $16,839
STK: T30707A 2010 Toyota Highlander Limited....................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 55,169
MILES $26,793
STK: M8144A
2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS.................................. 4D Sedan...................................... 17,466
MILES $16,891
STK: T30807A 2010 Toyota Tacoma Base V6 ........................... 4D Crew Cab ............................... 34,407
MILES $26,890
STK: TP15933
2011 Honda Accord LX-P 2.4 ............................ 4D Sedan...................................... 11,569
MILES $16,896
STK: C3743A
2007 Cadillac Escalade EXT Base..................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 74,663
MILES $26,986
STK: H29296A 2010 Honda Accord LX 2.4................................ 4D Sedan...................................... 14,532
MILES $17,194
STK: L11982A
2010 Lexus ES 350................................................ 4D Sedan..................................... 22,428
MILES $27,424
2008 Honda Pilot EX-L......................................... 4D Sport Utility............................. 75,440
MILES $17,205
STK: L11992A
2013 Acura ILX...................................................... 4D Sedan..................................... 1,423
MILES $27,444
STK: K13699A 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS 2.7L V6................ 4D Sport Utility............................. 35,304
MILES $17,313
STK: C3744A
2011 Toyota Venza Base..................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 14,798
MILES $27,479
STK: K13548B 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SE 2.5.......................... 4D Sedan...................................... 22,893
MILES $17,406
STK: H29615A 2011 Honda Pilot EX............................................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 19,991
MILES $27,669
STK: H29157A 2010 Honda Accord EX-L 2.4 ............................ 4D Sedan...................................... 27,967
MILES $17,444
STK: L11892A
2011 Lexus ES 350................................................ 4D Sedan..................................... 25,213
MILES $27,800
STK: D0760A
2006 Ford F-150 XLT SuperCrew...................... 4D Crew Cab ................................ 64,302
MILES $17,445
STK: H29680A 2010 Honda Pilot EX-L......................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 23,299
MILES $27,854
STK: L11886A
2007 Lexus ES 350................................................ 4D Sedan...................................... 60,636
MILES $17,509
STK: H29284A 2010 Honda Odyssey Touring ........................... 4D Passenger Van ....................... 26,959
MILES $28,113
STK: H29555A 2007 Honda CR-V EX-L........................................ 4D Sport Utility............................. 48,074
MILES $17,789
STK: H29142A 2011 Honda Pilot EX-L......................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 20,956
MILES $28,124
STK: H29062B 2007 Honda CR-V EX-L........................................ 4D Sport Utility............................. 27,568
MILES $17,850
STK: LS0469A 2012 Acura TSX 2.4.............................................. 4D Sedan..................................... 6,924
MILES $28,465
STK: H29644A 2009 Honda Accord EX-L 2.4 ............................ 4D Sedan...................................... 28,698
MILES $17,855
STK: H29148A 2011 Honda Pilot EX-L......................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 32,762
MILES $28,499
2009 Honda CR-V EX-L........................................ 4D Sport Utility............................. 39,517
MILES $17,899
STK: H29483A 2011 Honda Pilot EX-L......................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 31,010
MILES $28,499
STK: K13533A 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited ........................ 4D Sport Utility............................. 21,908
MILES $18,010
STK: A11555A 2010 BMW 3 Series 328i xDrive ........................ 2D Coupe..................................... 38,160
MILES $28,582
2009 Nissan Rogue S........................................... 4D Sport Utility............................. 19,809
MILES $18,091
STK: T30676A 2010 Toyota Highlander Limited....................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 45,016
MILES $28,601
STK: T30539A 2011 Toyota Camry LE ........................................ 4D Sedan...................................... 17,602
MILES $18,135
STK: H29237A 2010 Honda Odyssey Touring ........................... 4D Passenger Van ....................... 20,989
MILES $28,757
STK: T30285A 2012 Toyota Prius c Two..................................... 5D Hatchback ............................... 260
MILES $18,500
STK: LS0461A 2008 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali ............................ 4D Crew Cab ............................... 43,800
MILES $28,764
STK: J5385B STK: T30574A
STK: L11897B
STK: A11106A
STK: T30476A STK: D0626C
STK: D0748A
STK: T30163C
STK: J5488A
STK: L11931A STK: T30701B
2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid LE........................... 4D Sedan..................................... 2,193
STK: L11945A
2008 Lexus ES 350................................................ 4D Sedan...................................... 55,738
MILES $18,586
STK: C3665A
2010 Cadillac CTS Premium............................... 4D Wagon ................................... 31,215
MILES $28,891
STK: TP16007
2008 Nissan Frontier SE ...................................... 4D Extended Cab.......................... 47,155
MILES $18,600
STK: H29310A 2009 Mercedes E-Class E350 4MATICÂŽ.......... 4D Sedan..................................... 39,088
MILES $29,280
STK: T30754A 2010 Toyota Prius III ............................................. 5D Hatchback ............................... 28,100
MILES $18,692
STK: L11957A
2010 Lexus RX 350............................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 47,321
MILES $29,390
STK: T30752A 2010 Toyota RAV4 Base...................................... 4D Sport Utility............................. 34,650
MILES $18,713
STK: H29624A 2010 Honda Pilot Touring................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 26,603
MILES $29,471
STK: H29554A 2007 Nissan Frontier SE ...................................... 4D Crew Cab ................................ 48,606
MILES $18,805
STK: AS0486
2012 Acura TSX 2.4 Special Edition ................ 4D Sedan..................................... 6,974
MILES $29,479
STK: H29451A 2010 Chevrolet Equinox LT 1LT......................... 4D Sport Utility............................. 37,138
MILES $18,887
STK: L11951A
2010 Lexus RX 350............................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 43,526
MILES $29,497
STK: T30683A 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser Base.............................. 4D Sport Utility............................. 72,539
MILES $18,907
STK: C3685A
2010 Cadillac CTS 3.6L Performance............... 4D Sedan..................................... 29,783
MILES $29,620
STK: K13669A 2010 Hyundai Tucson GLS ................................. 4D Sport Utility............................. 27,600
MILES $18,979
STK: L12037A 2010 Lexus IS 250 ................................................. 4D Sedan..................................... 14,199
MILES $29,666
STK: H29734A 2010 Honda CR-V LX ........................................... 4D Sport Utility............................. 36,940
MILES $18,979
STK: C3768A
2009 Cadillac CTS Base 1SA.............................. 4D Sedan..................................... 19,921
MILES $29,749
STK: H29636A 2010 Honda Accord EX 2.4................................ 2D Coupe...................................... 14,665
MILES $18,985
STK: A11594A 2011 Honda Pilot EX-L......................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 17,545
MILES $30,667
STK: H29561B 2011 Honda CR-V SE............................................ 4D Sport Utility............................. 46,346
MILES $18,999
STK: J5447A
2010 Mercedes M-Class ML350........................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 44,584
MILES $31,290
STK: T30250A 2010 Toyota RAV4 Base...................................... 4D Sport Utility............................. 25,441
MILES $19,049
STK: L11820B
2011 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 LT LT1.......... 4D Crew Cab ............................... 20,915
MILES $31,499
2011 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium................ 4D Station Wagon........................ 43,224
MILES $19,052
STK: BP16004 2011 Mercedes C-Class C300 ............................ 4D Sedan..................................... 17,731
MILES $31,580
STK: T29866A 2012 Toyota Camry LE ........................................ 4D Sedan...................................... 9,709
MILES $19,120
STK: J5479A
2010 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali ............................ 4D Crew Cab ............................... 46,186
MILES $31,922
STK: T30756A 2008 Acura TL Base............................................. 4D Sedan...................................... 52,284
MILES $19,201
STK: AS0485
2012 Acura TL Base............................................. 4D Sedan..................................... 5,184
MILES $31,961
STK: J5542A
STK: C3752B
2012 Nissan Altima 2.5 S .................................... 4D Sedan...................................... 5,126
MILES $19,233
STK: T30323A 2010 Lexus RX 350............................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 17,486
MILES $32,259
STK: L11937A
2007 Lexus RX 350............................................... 4D Sport Utility............................. 75,231
MILES $19,398
STK: J5412A
2010 Ford F-150 King Ranch.............................. 4D Crew Cab ............................... 33,413
MILES $32,633
STK: L11917A
2009 Lexus ES 350................................................ 4D Sedan...................................... 58,284
MILES $19,404
STK: L12011A
2010 Lexus RX 350............................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 23,587
MILES $34,479
STK: T30675A 2010 Toyota Camry LE ........................................ 4D Sedan...................................... 138,318 MILES $19,479
STK: L11956A
2010 Lexus RX 350............................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 35,943
MILES $34,479
STK: M8165A
2010 Mitsubishi Outlander SE........................... 4D Sport Utility............................. 20,076
MILES $19,499
STK: L12038A 2011 Lexus RX 350............................................... 4D Sport Utility............................ 33,739
MILES $36,479
STK: J5571A
2008 BMW 3 Series 328xi ................................... 4D Sedan...................................... 64,671
MILES $19,499
STK: BP15882 2011 Mercedes E-Class E350 4MATICÂŽ.......... 4D Sedan..................................... 25,537
MILES $39,910
STK: T29349A 2010 Honda Element EX..................................... 4D Sport Utility............................. 28,223
MILES $19,513
STK: BS0404
2011 Mercedes E-Class E350 4MATICÂŽ.......... 4D Sedan..................................... 21,385
MILES $40,013
STK: H29225A 2011 Honda CR-V EX........................................... 4D Sport Utility............................. 27,901
MILES $19,551
STK: BP15975 2011 Mercedes E-Class E350 4MATICÂŽ.......... 4D Sedan..................................... 22,904
MILES $40,711
STK: L11979A
2008 Lexus ES 350................................................ 4D Sedan...................................... 49,133
MILES $19,626
STK: L12036A 2013 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon......... 4D Sport Utility............................ 4,115
MILES $42,133
STK: C3704C
2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD LT .............. 4D Extended Cab.......................... 83,330
MILES $19,655
STK: L11923A
2009 Lexus LS 460 L............................................. 4D Sedan..................................... 45,771
MILES $42,499
MILES $19,707
STK: L12024A 2009 Lexus LS 460................................................ 4D Sedan..................................... 26,891
MILES $42,852
STK: CH5627A 2013 Dodge Dart SXT.......................................... 4D Sedan...................................... 7,004 STK: J5521A
2011 Toyota Camry SE ........................................ 4D Sedan...................................... 34,144
MILES $19,782
STK: J5443A
2010 Cadillac CTS-V Base................................... 4D Sedan..................................... 11,319
MILES $48,724
STK: L11928A
2010 Toyota RAV4 Limited................................. 4D Sport Utility............................. 33,610
MILES $19,819
STK: B9998A
2012 Mercedes M-Class ML350........................ 4D Sport Utility............................ 15,726
MILES $50,479
STK: A11649A
2008 Acura TL Base............................................. 4D Sedan...................................... 38,200
MILES $19,822
STK: H27977A 2012 Mercedes E-Class E350 4MATICÂŽ.......... 4D Sedan..................................... 7,573
MILES $51,836
STK: L12030A
2009 Lexus ES 350................................................ 4D Sedan...................................... 75,559
MILES $19,840
STK: BP15966A 2011 Lexus LS 460................................................ 4D Sedan..................................... 6,373
MILES $52,730
STK: T30495A 2010 Toyota Highlander V6................................ 4D Sport Utility............................. 33,329
MILES $19,875
STK: B9685A
2009 Mercedes SL-Class SL550 ........................ 2D Convertible............................. 33,752
MILES $52,782
STK: A11582A
2010 Acura TSX 2.4.............................................. 4D Sedan...................................... 38,936
MILES $19,922
STK: BP15974 2010 Mercedes S-Class S550 4MATICÂŽ.......... 4D Sedan..................................... 44,554
MILES $53,099
STK: T30487B
2010 Dodge Challenger SE................................. 2D Coupe...................................... 22,593
MILES $19,946
STK: BP15993 2010 Mercedes S-Class S550 4MATICÂŽ.......... 4D Sedan..................................... 33,375
MILES $59,419
STK: T30388A 2008 Toyota Tacoma Base ................................. 4D Access Cab ............................. 34,782
MILES $20,029
STK: B9963A
MILES $65,937
2012 Mercedes CLS-Class CLS550................... 4D Sedan..................................... 10,705
*ALL PRICES PLUS TAX, TAG, & TITLE. FINANCING AVAILABLE WITH APPROVED CREDIT. PRIOR SALES EXCLUDED. DEALER NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS. WARRANTY ON SELECT MAKES AND MODELS. SEE DEALER FOR DETAILS. UNITS MAY BE SOLD PRIOR TO PRINTING. OFFERS EXPIRE 02/28/13.
Call 1.866.356.9383
# ! ! ! % $"# # !"# # " !!
! "
! & $ !"# !
PAGE 10 SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2013
SUNDAY DISPATCH
VISIT US & SHOP 24/7 AT WWW.VALLEYCHEVROLET.COM
ATTENTION
TRUCK OWNER LOYALTY 0% BONUS CASH ** 60
APR for Months Available
ON ‘12 & ‘13 SELECT MODELS SEE DEALER FOR DETAILS
GM CARD HOLDERS
on most 2013 trucks
PLUS TRADE-IN BONUS CASH
$3,000
ADDITIONAL UP TO TOWARDS YOUR NEW VEHICLE
2013 Chevy Volts Available!
(ON SELECT MODELS)
249
$
1500 EXTENDED CAB 4X4 “ALL STAR EDITION”
**
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.
MSRP $36,175
Sale Price Starting At Only
2013 CHEVY SONIC
2012 CHEVY IMPALA
LS 4DOOR
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.
27,999
$
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 Only
14,699
$
MSRP $24,580
Sale Price Starting At Only Lease For ** * OR $ $ PER MO.
Sale Price Starting At Only
22,999
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
for 36 mos.
LS COUPE
LS 4X4
LS
199
2013 CHEVY CAMARO
2013 CHEVY TAHOE 1500
2013 CHEVY CRUZE
*
2013 CHEVY EQUINOX
LS SEDAN
0%
Hurry Limited Time Offer
2013 CHEVY SILVERADO
LEASE SPECIAL
ONLY
REDEEM YOUR “PLUS-UP” EARNINGS HERE†
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 Only Lease For ** * OR $ $ PER MO.
Sale Price Starting At Only Lease For ** * OR $ $ PER MO.
Sale Price Starting At Only Lease For ** * OR $ $ PER MO.
2013 CHEVY TRAVERSE
2012 CHEVY SILVERADO 1500
2013 CHEVY SILVERADO 1500
149
16,999
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
for 36 mos.
1.9%
APR
FOR 60 MOS
MSRP $31,730
269
29,999
EXTENDED CAB 4x4
for 36 mos.
23,999
CHEVY MALIBU
29,999
$
*
*
$AVE OVER $7,300
LS
21,999
Sale Price $ Starting At Only
Sale Price Starting At Only
Sale Price Starting At Only
$
for 36 mos.
CREW CAB LT 4x4
MSRP $32,605 $AVE OVER $8,600
249
Stk. #13194, 4.8L V8 Auto., PW, PDL, Air, Deep Tinted Glass, Onstar w/Turn-by-Turn Navigation, XM Satellite, CD, Remote Start, Prep Pkg., Pwr. Heated Mirror MSRP $37,390
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
22,999
for 36 mos.
Stk. #12313, 4.8L V8 4 Speed Auto., Air, Stabilitrak, Folding Rear Seat, HD Trailering Equipment, Locking Rear Differential
Sale Price Starting At Only Lease For ** * OR $ $ PER MO.
2013
489
39,999
*
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
43,999
Sale Price $ Starting At Only
*
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 February 28, 2013.
www.valleychevrolet.com
Chevy Runs Deep
VALLEY CHEVROLET 601 Kidder Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA
821-2772 • 1-800-444-7172
EXIT 170B OFF 1-81 TO EXIT 1 - BEAR RIGHT ON BUSINESS ROUTE 309 TO SIXTH LIGHT. JUST BELOW WYOMING VALLEY MALL
570-821-2778
SUNDAY DISPATCH
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2013 PAGE 11
w w w. M a t t B u r n e H o n d a . c o m
2012 Honda CIVIC LX SEDAN
$0 DOWN PAYMENT
• Model #FB2F5CEW • 140-hp 16-Valve SOHC i-VTEC® • 5-Speed Automatic Transmission • Air Conditioning with Air-Filtration System • Power Windows/Locks/Mirrors • Cruise Control • Remote Entry • 160-Watt AM/FM/ CD Audio System with 4 Speakers • ABS • Dual-Stage, Multiple-Threshold Front Airbags (SRS) • Front Side Airbags with Passenger-Side Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) • Side Curtain Airbags
175
$
MPG 28 City 39 HWY
*Per Mo. Lease
*Lease 36 Months through ahfc. $0 Down Payment. 1st payment and tags due at delivery. Residual $11,365.10
Thank You To Our Customers APR FINANCING NOW AVAILABLE!
0
.9%
2012 CIVIC LX COUPE
$0 DOWN PAYMENT
MPG 28 City 39 HWY
• Model #FG3B5CEW • 140-hp 16-Valve SOHC i-VTEC® • 5-Speed Automatic Transmission • Air Conditioning with Air-Filtration System • Power Windows/Locks/Mirrors • Cruise Control • Remote Entry • 160-Watt AM/FM/CD Audio System with 4 Speakers • ABS • Dual-Stage, Multiple-Threshold Front Airbags (SRS) • Front Side Airbags with Passenger-Side Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) • Side Curtain Airbags **Lease ase 36 Months through ahfc ahfc. $0 Down Payment Payment.
179
$
* *Per MMo. L eas Lease
1st payment and tags due at delivery. Residual $10,667.25
*On select models to qualified buyers for limited term.
2013 ACCORD LX SEDAN
2013 Honda CR-V LX
$0 DOWN PAYMENT
MPG 22 City 30 HWY
MPG 27 City 36 HWY • Model #CR2F3DEW • 185-hp (SAE Net), 2.4-Liter, 16-Valve, DOHC i-VTEC® 4-Cylinder Engine with Direct Injection • Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®) with Traction Control • Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) • 16-Inch Alloy Wheels • Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control with Air-Filtration System • Rearview Camera with Guidelines • Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® • Pandora® Internet Radio Compatibility • USB Audio Interface • MP3/Auxiliary Input Jack • i-MID with 8-inch WQVGA (480x320) Screen and Customizable Feature Settings
$0 DOWN PAYMENT
259
$
• Model #RM4H3DEW • 185-hp (SAE Net), 2.4-Liter, 16-Valve, DOHC i-VTEC® 4-Cylinder Engine • Automatic Transmission • Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control SystemTM • Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®) with Traction Control • Multi-Angle Rearview Camera with Guidelines • Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink • USB Audio Interface • Remote Entry System • 160-Watt AM/FM/CD Audio System with 4 Speakers ****Lease *Lease 36 Months through ahfc ahfc. $0 Down Payment Payment. • Pandora® Radio Compatibility 1st payment and tags due at delivery. Residual $15,856.00 • Bluetooth® Streaming Audio
289
$
*Per**Mo. L ease Lease
***Lease Lease 36 Months through ahfc ahfc. $0 Down Payment Payment. 1st payment and tags due at delivery. Residual $14,427.40
*Per*** Mo. L ease Lease
LEASES BASED ON APPROVED CREDIT TIER 1 THRU AHFC. MILEAGE BASED ON 2012 EPA MILEAGE ESTIMATES. USE FOR COMPARISON PURPOSES ONLY. DO NOT COMPARE TO MODELS BEFORE 2008. YOUR ACTUAL MILEAGE WILL VARY DEPENDING ON HOW YOU DRIVE AND MAINTAIN YOUR VEHICLE. OFFERS EXPIRE 3/4/2013.
MATT BURNE HONDA PRE-OWNED CENTER
1.9%for 36 mos. 2.9%for 60 mos.
Low Financing EXTENDED By Honda!
On All Certified Hondas
View Prices at www.mattburnehonda.com
Call: 1-800-NEXTHONDA
‘S 05 DODGE STRATUS CPE R/T
09 CHEVY COBALT LS CPE
Gray, 90K, Was $7,950
5 Speed, Silver, 65K
$6,750
Now
06 MITSUBISHI GALANT ES SEDAN White, 67K
Now
$9,950
07 NISSAN ALTIMA S SEDAN
Now
08 CHEVY IMPALA LT SEDAN White, 53K, Was $10,950
$10,250
Now
07 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER LS 4WD Navy, 25K
Black, 26K
$11,750
Now
$8,950
1.9% for 36 mos
2.9% for 60 mos
ACCORDS 08 ACCORD EXL SDN Green, 70K .....................NOW $14,500 10 ACCORD EX SDN Silver, 74K .........................NOW $15,750 10 ACCORD EXL CPE Blue, 19K........................NOW $17,950
10 ACCORD EXL SDN Red, 41K .......................NOW $17,950 10 10 10 11 12 10
ACCORD ACCORD ACCORD ACCORD ACCORD ACCORD
EX SDN Gray, 20K ..........................NOW $18,500 EXL SDN Black, 23K ......................NOW $19,500 EXL V6 SDN Black, 46K ..............NOW $18,950 EXL SDN Navy, 20K.......................NOW $19,950 EXL SDN Black, 11K ......................NOW $21,950 LX SDN Red, 28K...........................NOW $16,950
08 SUBARU IMPREZA AWD SDN Silver, 48K
Gray, 38K, Was $15,750
Now
Now
$12,500
Now
$12,500
08 TOYOTA RAV4 4WD
10 CHEVY MALIBU LT SDN
Gold, 81K
Black, 32K, Was $15,750
$13,950
11 TOYOTA COROLLA LE SEDAN Red, 23K, Was $14,950
Now
$14,500
07 TOYOTA CAMRY XLE SEDAN
Now
$13,950
Now
$15,950
$14,750
09 DODGE JOURNEY SXT 4WD Blue 35K
Silver, 57K
Now
1.9% for 36 mos
Now
$15,950
2.9% for 60 mos
11 HONDA FIT Black, 11K ......................................NOW $15,950
1.9% for 36 mos
2.9% for 60 mos
CIVICS 10 CIVIC EX SDN White, 64K................................NOW $14,750 10 CIVIC EX SDN Black, 31K................................NOW $16,500 09 CIVIC LX SDN Blue, 74K .................................NOW $12,750 10 CIVIC LX SDN Titanium, 60K ............................NOW $14,750 10 CIVIC LX CPE Gray, 17K..................................NOW $15,950 10 CIVIC EX SDN Gray, 51K.................................NOW $15,950
1.9% for 36 mos
2.9% for 60 mos
ODYSSEY 10 ODYSSEY EX Slate, 24K.....................NOW $21,500
11 PILOT LX Gray, 48K............................................NOW $21,500 11 PILOT EX White, 26K ..........................................NOW $27,950 11 PILOT EXL Gray, 32K ........................................NOW $28,500 11 PILOT EXL Silver, 25K .......................................NOW $28,750 11 PILOT EXL Mocha, 14K ......................................NOW $29,500 11 PILOT EXL DVD Silver, 25K ............................NOW $28,950 12 PILOT TOURING NAVI/DVD White, 18K..NOW $36,500 10 PILOT EXL Black, 28K .......................................NOW $27,950
1.9% for 36 mos 09 11 10 10 11 11 10 10 11
CRV CRV CRV CRV CRV CRV CRV CRV CRV
2.9% for 60 mos
CRV 4WD LX Titanium, 48K ...........................................NOW $17,950 SE Black, 30K ...............................................NOW $21,750 EXL-NAVI Sage, 30K ...............................NOW $22,950 EXL-NAVI Gray, 25K................................NOW $22,950 EX Gray, 17K................................................NOW $22,950 EXL-NAVI Black, 41K...............................NOW $23,500 EX Silver, 40K...............................................NOW $20,750 EXL Sage, 30K ............................................NOW $22,950 EXL Titanium, 21K ........................................NOW $24,950
*1.9% for 36 mos/ 2.9% for up to 60 mos on Certified Hondas thru Am Honda Finance W.A.C. Certified Hondas have 1 yr - 12k, Basic Warranty & 7yr - 100k Powertrain from orig. inservice date.
Open Monday - Thursday 9-9 Friday & Saturday 9-5
Gold, 103K
Black, 88K
Now
$8,950
HONDA CRV EX 4WD 06, Silver, 96K $11,500 06, Black, 102K $11,950 07, Green, 75K $14,950
08 CHRYSLER SEBRING LX SDN
Now
Now
$11,950
08 NISSAN ALTIMA S SDN Gray, 42K
Now
$13,500
Black, 65K
Now
Red, 25K
Now
08 JEEP LIBERTY SPORT 4WD Red, 47K
Now
$15,750
07 DODGE DAKOTA SXT 4X4
Red, 35K, Was $15,750
Now
$17,950
$13,950
08 TOYOTA RAV-4 AWD Beige, 82K
Now
$14,500
YOUR NICE TRADE HERE!
10 BMW 328Xi AWD SDN Navy, 41K
Club Cab, Black, 26K, Was $19,950
Now
$11,950
10 TOYOTA COROLLA S SEDAN
Silver, 14K
$14,250
$11,750
10 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS SDN
10 NISSAN SENTRA 2.0 SDN Now
$9,250
08 FORD FUSION SEL SEDAN
Blue, 14K, Was $12,950
PILOT 4WD
06 JEEP WRANGLER X 4X4 Black, Soft Top, 47K, Was $15,950
2.9% for 60 mos
RIDGELINE 4WD 09 RIDGELINE RTL NAVI Black, 59K ..............NOW $23,750
$11,950
Now
FIT
10 HYUNDAI ELANTRA GLS SDN
1.9% for 36 mos
00 LEXUS RX300 AWD
05 HONDA CIVIC VP CPE
Now
$22,950
1110 Wyoming Ave, Scranton, PA 1-800-NEXT-HONDA 570-341-1400
PAGE 12 SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2013
SUNDAY DISPATCH
SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO AUTO. HEADLAMPS AIR CONDITIONING
1.6 ECOBOOST ENGINE POWER LOCKS AUTOMATIC HANDS-FREE SYNC PERIMETER ALARM 17” ALLOY WHEELS POWER WINDOWS
TONNEAU COVER
MPG MPG 24 Mos. *Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied
NEW
**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 2/4/13.
FORD FIESTA SE
Auto., Air, CD, PL, Advance Trac w/Electronic Stability Control, PM, Side Curtains, Sirius Satellite, Tilt Wheel, , Cruise Control, 15” Alum. Wheels, SYNC, Keyless Entry with Keypad
APR M O S.
NEW
FORD FOCUS
Auto., Air, PL, PW, Tilt Wheel, Side Air Curtains, Airbags, CD, Remote Keyless Entry, Anti-Theft Sys., Rear Defroster
ALL NEW
FORD C-MAX HYBRID NEW
24 Mos.
NEW
PLUS
A P R
M O S.
24 Mos. *Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $645 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 2/4/13.
CALL NOW 823-8888 Overlooking Mohegan Sun 577 East Main St., Plains
Just Minutes from Scranton or W-B
PLUS
A P R
M O S.
FORD FUSION TITANIUM
, 2.0L EcoBoost Engine, Tilt Wheel, 18” Alum. Wheels, Pwr. Leather Heated Seats, Side Impact Air Bags, 1st & 2nd Air Curtains, Sirius Satellite Radio, Keyless Entry w/Keypad, SYNC, Rear Spoiler, Rear Camera, Appearance Pkg.
24 Mos.
24 Mos. *Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $645 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 2/4/13.
FORD TAURUS SEL AWD NEW
Auto., 3.5L V6, SYNC, Reverse Sensing Sys., CD, Keyless Entry with Keypad, PW, PDL, 18”Alum. Wheels, Anti-Theft Perimeter Alarm, Sirius Satellite Radio,
*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 2/4/13.
FORD EDGE ALL NEW
Pwr. Windows, PDL, Air, Advance Trac with Roll Stability Control, CD, Remote Keyless Entry w/Keypad, MyFord, Convenience Group, Auto. Headlamps, Reverse Sensing Sys.
*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 2/4/13.
24 Mos.
24 Mos. *Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $645 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 2/4/13.
, Auto., Speed Control, Dual Zone Auto., Temp Control, 17” Alum. Wheels, Keyless Entry, Rear Spoiler, Electronic Traction Control, 1st & 2nd Row Air Curtains, CD
FORD FUSION
2.5L. Auto., CD, 16” Steel Wheels, Tilt, PW, PDL, Safety Pkg., Side Impact Air Bags, 1st & 2nd Air Curtains, Anti-Theft Sys., SYNC, Message Center, Cruise Control, Keyless Entry, Auto. Headlamps
24 Mos. *Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $645 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 2/4/13.
ALL NEW
*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 2/4/13.
FORD F-150 SUPERCAB 4X4 STX NEW
STX, 5.0L V6, Auto., CD, Air, 18” Alum. Wheels, Cloth Seat, 40/20/40 Split Seat, Decor Pkg., Cruise, ABS, Pwr. Equipment Group, Chrome Step Bar, Trailer Tow
FORD EXPLORER
3.5L Engine, CD, MyFord Display, Auto. Climate Control, PL, Pwr. Mirrors, PW, 17” Steel Wheels, Keyless Entry, MyKey, Cruise Control
24 Mos. *Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $645 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 2/4/13.
24 Mos. *Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $645 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 2/4/13.
FORD - LINCOLN FOR OUTSTANDING CUSTOMER SATISFACTION