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New personal challenge emerges Monday I don’t think I’ve been this nervous and excited for a week to begin in a long time. In fact, the last Monday I was this apprehensive about was when my daughter was due in 2003. But that wasn’t as certain as June 6. Taryn’s due date, after all, wasn’t determined by the federal government. At 9:30 a.m., jury selection begins in the federal corruption trial of former Lackawanna County Commissioner Robert Cordaro and sitting Commissioner A.J. Munchak. It’s not just the first federal corruption case involving Lackawanna County officials to follow the Jan. 26, 2008, announce-
BEHIND THE BYLINES CHRISTOPHER J. HUGHES ment of charges against former Luzerne County judges Michael Conahan and Mark Ciavarella. It’s my first time covering such an event. I’ve covered the press conferences from behind the camera and had reporters to put the pieces together when I was with The Times Leader. Starting Monday, our little paper becomes an important component of their coverage. One thing does give me resolve, however. For months, Rich Howells and I have contributed stories to The
Times Leader: on Scranton homicides, criminal court charges and Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees baseball. This isn’t exactly the first time the JV team will help the varsity squad, so to speak. I’ve covered enough court stories – albeit few trials – to be confident, but there’s a nervousness that comes with covering something that has implications on the rest of a person’s life and the way those that can’t be in the courtroom perceive it to be. And there’s plenty of homework in the form of indictments, superceding indictments and speculative news stories to finish reviewing this weekend to make sure my ducks are in their proverbial row. The former county leaders are charged with racketeering, money laundering, bribery, extortion
and tax evasion. We’re not exactly talking about the theft of candy bars and soda pop here. I’ve expressed my worries almost daily, being reassured nearly as often that “you’ll be fine” by my mother. Along with the stress of the trial, it will be a challenge to balance daily bylines from eight hours of testimony with the responsibilities here at Go Lackawanna. I’m confident Rich and our other writers, interns and photographers will be able to carry the weight, but it’s a little like sending your firstborn off to college and hoping you’ve taught them the lessons they need to succeed on their own. Thank god I won’t have to worry about that for another11years when Taryn literally leaves the nest.
Christopher J. Hughes is going to bed early on Sunday. E-mail him at chughes@golackawanna.com.
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NEPA Paranormal members set up lights and cameras for Saturday’s investigation. The look at Carbondale City Hall is one of several recently conducted by the group formed in 2007.
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BELOW: Lights inside the clock tower at Carbondale City Hall emit a green glow. By RICH HOWELLS rhowells@golackawanna.com
Starting the search Formed in 2007, NEPA Paranormal is an 11-member team of local investigators hoping to discover what’s really behind that bump in the night. Bob Christopher and his
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During the day, Carbondale City Hall is just another municipality-owned structure in northeastern Pennsylvania listed in the National Register of Historic Places. But as the lights dimmed in the 117-yearold building last Saturday, May 28, and a small group gathered to recite a prayer to St. Michael in the darkness, it became the subject of a full-blown paranormal investigation.
daughter, Katie, may have started out as skeptics, but after more than 200 investigations, they consider themselves believers. “I absolutely believe now. There’s so much more to this field than you could even imagine. Even four-and-a-half years later,I’mstilllearning.Everythingisacompletely different experience,” Katie Christopher said. Even Katie’s own mother, Kathy, had to be convinced to join the group, but now she’s just as fervent a believer. Most of their first investigations were people’s homes, butnowthattheyhavetheirowntelevision show called “Ghost Detectives” on Fox 56 and Electric City Television on Friday
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Scranton Police Sgt. Mike Mayer, a member of the motorcycle division, discusses his role with members of the Citizen’s Police Academy at headquarters on Wednesday.
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SCRANTON – Class was back in session on Wednesday for the 32 men and women enrolled in the Scranton Police Department’s Citizen’s Police Academy. The June 1 lessons touched on the department’s one-man highway division, patrol division procedures, crisis intervention training and motorcycle division. “Cars tell me a great deal,” Highway Cpl. Richard Bachman said. Gouge marks in the pavement, the flow of automobile fluids from a crash and even the position of a driver’s and passenger’s side
seat help him reconstruct accidents. He said officers can use new technologies to determine if drivers were talking or texting on their mobile phones during a crash. Bachman also stressed that parking enforcement and action on reported vehicle violations take time. Bachman also founded a critical stress management team following an incident several years ago when an infant died in his arms. The
team helps officers deal with the extreme stresses of the job so that they can continue to be effective officers. Patrol Division Cpl. Thomas McDonald told citizen cadets that almost all police work begins with patrols. The division headed by Capt. Carl Graziano focuses on the city in five sections: central city, North Scranton, South Scranton, West Scranton, and Green Ridge, McDonald explained. “Hopefully our presence is going to prevent criminal activity in our area,” he said. Officer Steve Carroll, a school resource officer at West Scranton High School,
UP NEXT The Citizen’s Police Academy meets again June 8. Expected topics of discussion are drug enforcement, D.A.R.E. and related programs.
addressed the Scranton Area Crisis Intervention Team. CIT members are specially trained to help identify situations involving individuals with mental health issues. Through 40-hour training sessions, police officers and other area professionals learn skills to help diffuse tense situations and direct people to mental health treatment services as op-
posed to the criminal justice system. Students ended class with a brief presentation on the department’s motorcycle division. Sgt. Mike Mayer explained that motorcycles provide greater accessibility to areas like Nay Aug Park, even though they are generally only used for about six months each year. The division was introduced in 2007 and currently includes five 2009 Harley Davidson Electra Glide motorcycles. Maintenance on the bikes is minimal, Mayer said, thanks to the generosity of North American Warhorse in Dunmore.
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Charges filed in year-old Birney Avenue case By CHRISTOPHER J. HUGHES chughes@golackawanna.com
police. Howe told police he made arrangements with Greenfield to have the equipment returned, but the suspect failed to meet with him. Police requested that Greenfield come to headquarters for an interview, and he allegedly replied by saying, “You have nothing on me,” and hanging up his telephone. In July 2010, Greenfield was ordered to appear before the county grand jury to provide fingerprints and palm prints to police. He accepted the subpoena, failed to appear, and was later apprehended by Pappas on a warrant. Pappas picked up Greenfield’s discarded cigarette and sent it for DNA testing that was later compared with blood found at Howe’s home. In August, forensic scientist supervisor Michael P. Biondi concluded that the
DNA profile from the cigarette matched the profile from the blood discovered at the back of Howe’s home. A grand jury approved charges against Greenfield, who was in custody at Luzerne County Prison on unrelated charges. “The reason for the delay from the time of the crime and the eventual arrests is attributed to the fact that the DNA testing had only just been received,” Pappas wrote in an e-mail message on Thursday. Charges of receiving stolen property, aiding the consummation of a crime, tampering with evidence, and obstructing the administration of the law were filed against Lacorte. Greenfield was arraigned June 2 and held for $20,000 bail. Lacorte was also arraigned June 2 and released on $25,000 unsecured bail. Preliminary hearings are set for June 8.
‘The reason for the delay from the time of the crime and the eventual arrests is attributed to the fact that the DNA testing had only just been received.’ Scranton Police Detective James Pappas
SCRANTON – Lackawanna County detectives charged a 41-year-old city man with 10 counts of possession of child pornography following several months of investigation. The investigation into Brian Orlowski began in October 2010, according to an affidavit, when Scranton police were alerted to an alleged sexual assault of a 10-year-old girl. In November, police scanned the hard drive laptop and desktop computers belonging to Orlowski and his girlfriend and discovered “multiple images of children posing in bathing suits and lingerie” during a preliminary scan. Following the approval of a search warrant that month, investigators spent nine days in December executing a forensic acquisition of the laptop computer, discovering images and thumbnails along with Internet searches for “preteen” and “black preteen” along with Internet history containing Web sites for “non-nude preteen models.” Lackawanna County Detective Justin Leri and Scranton Police Detective Joseph Lafferty are the affiants in the case. According to court documents, Orlowski’s preliminary hearing is set for June 6.
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SCRANTON – A clerk’s position that was eliminated in the city’s 2011 budget may be having an immediate affect on the treasurer’s office and their ability to finalize real estate transactions, according to City Council’s solicitor. Council solicitor Boyd Hughes said on May 24 that he has recently had several lawyers contact him regarding their difficulty in closing on real estate transactions in Scranton due to the failure of the treasurer’s office to provide tax searches on the
properties. One in particular had three pending transactions, he said. “It’s affecting people who want to both sell a house and people who want to buy a house. It’s a major problem,” Hughes said, adding that this also affects the collection of delinquent taxes. “Not only is the city not getting the tax revenue from tax delinquent properties…but the city is also losing delinquent transfer tax, and not only the city but the school district and also the state.” This “brick wall,” as Council President Janet Evans described it, was caused by
the elimination of a tax code clerk in the treasurer’s office in the 2011 budget, Hughes explained. The clerk would allegedly run checks of city tax records on properties and provide statements essential to real estate transactions. The solicitor said that the only reason that the sale of Mercy Hospital to Community Health Services, Inc., earlier this year went through was because Mercy was a non-profit, therefore not requiring these records. While Hughes pointed out that the position was eliminated in the mayor’s pro-
posed budget, Mayor Chris Doherty responded on May 27 that it was council’s final budget that passed in 2010, thereby removing the position this year. Evans asked city clerk Nancy Krake to send letter to city solicitor Paul Kelly, Jr. asking him to draft legislation to amend the city 2011budget and reinstate the position. Council Finance Chairman Frank Joyce estimated that the position would cost the city up to $32,000, adding another financial burden to a budget deficit that Hughes believes to already be at least $6.5 million.
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SCRANTON – City police extracted a DNA sample from a cigarette discarded by a suspect in July 2010 that tied him to a June 2010 burglary on Birney Avenue. Charges against Randy Greenfield, 27, of North Hyde Park Avenue, were filed June 2 in the nearly oneyear-old investigation. Greenfield was charged with one count each of burglary, criminal trespassing, and theft by unlawful taking for allegedly stealing approximately $2,710 in power tools from his former employer, John Howe. According to an affidavit: City police responded to a report of a burglary on June 5, 2010. Traces of blood were discovered on a small window at the rear of the Birney Avenue home, and a right-hand palm print was found on another exterior window where Greenfield
may have attempted to enter. Fingerprints and the palm print taken from the scene were later found to be almost unusable, the affidavit states. Shortly afGreenfield ter the burglary, Greenfield’s girlfriend, Lindsey Lacorte, 26, of Main Street, Dupont, contacted Lacorte Howe. She said the two had gotten into a fight on June 4. Greenfield took Lacorte’s vehicle, and she discovered several power tools with Howe’s name on them in her trunk the following morning. She later denied calling Howe when questioned by
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Sukanya Roy finally a c-h-a-m-p-i-o-n By DON McGLYNN and ALAN K. STOUT For Go Lackawanna
The third time truly was the charm for winner of the 84th Scripps National Spelling Bee. On Thursday, Sukanya Roy, a 14-year-old eighth-grade student at Abington Heights Middle School and a three-time winner of the Times Leader/Scripps NEPA Regional Spelling Bee, competed at the event for the third straight year near Washington, D.C. By the end of the evening, she’d made it through 20 rounds to become the national spelling bee champion. Roy’s winning word was “cymotrichous,” meaning wavy hair. And while those watching the competition live on ESPN may have noticed apprehension on the faces of some contestants – especially when asked to spell a word that may have caused their elimination – Roy kept her cool throughout the contest. “Sometimes it took a little longer to recognize a word, but I tried not to look too panicky,” an exasperated Roy said on Friday. “The last two years I was here, if I got a word I didn’t know, I panicked. This time, it was kind of easier, because I recognized all of the words I got. ” Indeed. In fact, when the word “cymotrichous” was read to Roy by the bee’s pronouncer, the look on her face immediately indicated that Scripps had itself a new champion. “It was just amazing,” she said. “I was kind of in shock, because I couldn’t believe it was my winning word.” Roy, who lives in South Abington Township, said she wouldn’t
have been able to accomplish her longtime goal without The Times Leader’s sponsorship of the regional spelling bee, which serves as a preliminary round to the national event. She added that contestants don’t simply cram for such contests, but prepare very thoroughly. “It’s kind of year-round,” she said. “I would come home, do my homework, and then prepare for this. I would take breaks, but as the bees got closer, I wouldn’t take as many…But it’s not just memorization. You also have to know the language patterns, which are really helpful with the roots of the words.” Roy said her first feeling when she woke up on Friday was the odd realization that she no longer had to study for the bee. A whirlwind day then began with interviews with everyone from CNN to the BBC. There was also an awards banquet and a congratulatory call from Congressman Tom Marino. “It’s just amazing,” said Roy. “I would have been just as happy if somebody else won, but I’m glad I won. I just wanted to try my best.” Roy’s victory had many throughout northeastern Pennsylvania beaming with pride. “I cried, I literally did,” said Barb McGee, Abington Heights Middle School spelling bee coordinator. “She took the spelling bee every year, starting in fifth grade, and she’s won every year. She beat all the eighth-graders, even when she was a fifth-grader.” Roy won regionals in sixth and seventh grade. She tied for 12th place at the National Spelling Bee in 2009
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and finished 20th last year. Spelling champion Sukanya “She was really Roy appeared on Fox prepared when she News on Friday afterwent this year,” said noon. Scheduled appearCassie ances this week include a friend Schlosser, 14, Monday interview on Summit. “Live! With Regis & Kelly” Clarks and on “Jimmy Kimmel “She would study Live” Tuesday evening. for at least two to - Matt Hughes three hours a day. She read the dictionary at least once.” Schlosser and Roy’s other friends from Abington Heights Middle School weren’t able to make the trip to National Harbor, Md., near Washington, D.C., to see her win, but many were there in spirit. McGee and Cathy Johnson, Roy’s reading teacher, said when they asked their class who had watched the event, which was televised on ESPN, the majority of their students said they had. A group of parents and classmates viewed the beginning of the finals together following the middle school orchestra’s spring concert. “Within about 45 seconds she came out, so it was all this hustle and bustle and as soon as Sukanya came out there was dead silence … you could hear a pin drop. When she spelled her word, and when she nailed it, the place just went crazy. It was awesome,” said Elia. Shortly after the cheers, Elia said the crowd quickly rushed out of the cafeteria so they could catch the end of the finals at their homes and see a local champion win the national title.
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Sukanya Roy, 14, of South Abington Township, holds her trophy Thursday after winning the National Spelling Bee in National Harbor, Md.
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Stu Renda may fill unexpired term on Sewer Authority By RICH HOWELLS rhowells@golackawanna.com
ministrator in January. The appointment legislation will receive an additional reading before it is finally approved. In other council business, council unanimously tabled a contract for professional services with Northeast Revenue Services, LLC, and Caverly, Shea, Phillips, and Rogers, LLC, for the collection of delinquent real estate taxes for the years 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008. Council President Janet Evans said that after “very careful review of the legislation,” errors were found. Additionally, council has requested a June 14 caucus with the collectors and city administration to go over the contract before a final vote. “It was noted, for example, that the contract itself contradicts an agreement attached to the contract. It seems to be a very poorly drafted piece of legislation, so undoubtedly, council will be amending this as well,” Evans explained.
Corruption trial opens Monday By TERRIE MORGAN-BESECKER Times Leader staff writer
The indictment provided little detail regarding most of the projects. The most information was listed for the intermodal and cell tower projects. According to the indictment, Cordaro used his influence to get officials with the county’s transportation system to terminate the contract of a company in favor of another firm Cordaro supported. That firm then paid Cordaro thousands of dollars. Regarding the cell tower, the indictment alleged Cordaro accepted $14,000 from the contractors as his share of the profit from the project. Munchak and Cordaro have each adamantly denied any wrongdoing. Defense attorneys have not said what their strategy will be in challenging the charges. But comments Cordaro previously made indicate he intends to attack the credibility of the prosecution’s witnesses. Prosecutors have not publicly released their witness list, but court documents filed Friday revealed that Charles Costanzo, who was convicted in 2009 of stealing more than $600,000 from the county’s workers’ compensation fund, is among the witnesses.
SCRANTON – Funding for a proposed park on Perry Avenue may be delayed until issues with the city’s insurance coverage are discussed between City Council and the administration. Funding for the park, which is planned for the site of the former Benjamin Rush School on the 1700 block of Perry Avenue, was cut by council last year from the 2011 budget, citing the city’s current debt, distressed status, and other financial concerns. A $50,000 grant from the state’s Department of Community and Economic Development was secured by the city in April for a community build of the park, but the legislation to accept the grant has yet to be added to council’s agenda. At City Council’s May 24 meeting, Councilman Bob McGoff asked about the status of the grant legislation. “I kept it off the agenda because I thought it was a project, certainly, that is worth the consideration of city council, but because of this outstanding and significant problem we’re facing the broker of records and city insurances and the fact that some things are, as was noted, insured inappropriately, I don’t think we want to add anything to that list right now,” Evans replied. Council amended a contract in January with Knowles Associates, LLC, for the city’s insurance brokerage services, making it expire on June 30, 2011instead of January1, 2012 to allow the city to draft a request for proposals in that time as an attempt to save the city money on coverage and reevaluate properties that may be over or underinsured. After Mayor Chris Doherty rescinded his signature on the insurance legislation on May 19, council unanimously overrode that they assumed was a veto. Doherty told Go Lackawanna last week that the city’s insurance has already been paid for the year, however, so the contract will be put out to bid in October or November for next year. During Tuesday’s meeting, McGoff said he looked into the insurance and found that the city’s current insurance will cover the park, also suggesting that re-bidding the insurance now would probably not save enough money to be worth the effort. He asked again for the legislation to be put back on the agenda, but Evans declined. “Our city insurances need a thorough and complete review and need to be subject to competitive proposals from numerous insurance companies. It may result in savings or increased insurance costs, but it must be done,” Evans said, adding that this issue is not a “political football” being used to force city administration to request bids. “The only political football is the preservation of a pay-to-play status quo that carries potential harm to our city and can drive up preventable costs for the people.” “We never bid this, so it’s not a re-bid. In this administration, there has not been one bid placed for insurance coverage. The same broker has handled it, and we renew it year after year,” Councilman Jack Loscombe agreed.
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SCRANTON – Fifteen months after they were first charged, Lackawanna County Commissioner A.J. Munchak and former commissioner Robert Cordaro will appear in federal court Monday to answer allegations they accepted bribes and extorted companies that did business with the county. Jury selection is set to begin at 9:30 a.m. before U.S. District Judge A. Richard Caputo in Scranton and is expected to be completed by the end of the day, Muchak’s attorney, Christopher Powell said. He estimated the trial will last about 2 ½ weeks. Munchak and Cordaro were originally indicted by a grand jury on March 16, 2010, on 40 counts, including racketeering, money laundering, bribery, extortion and tax evasion. Prosecutors later modified the indictment, which now contains 41 counts. The government alleges that from 2003 to 2007 Cordaro, who was voted out of office in 2007, and Munchak, whose term expires this year, abused their positions majority commissioners
by accepting hundreds of thousands of dollars in cash and gifts from eight companies and other individuals, who have not yet been identified by prosecutors. Projects that were Cordaro tainted by the bribes include the expansion of the Wilkes-Barre/ Scranton International Airport; work on the Lackawanna County courthouse; the construction of a cell towMunchak er at the county’s 911 center and the awarding of a contract at the intermodal transportation center. The duo is also accused of accepting money from at least one person who later secured a job within county government. In some cases the firms paid the money to curry favor with the powerful political leaders in hopes of winning contracts. Others were extorted into paying under the threat payments for work performed would be delayed, prosecutors say.
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SCRANTON – City Council gave final approval to four appointments to city authorities and commissions on Tuesday, also approving the first reading of legislation that would appoint former business administrator Stu Renda to the Scranton Sewer Authority. Council unanimously reappointed Wayne Hiller to the board of the Scranton Parking Authority for an additional five-year term expiring June 1, 2016. Carol Oleski was approved as a member of the Scranton Municipal Recreation Authority to fill the unexpired term of James McDonnell through Dec. 31, 2013. Joseph A. Murphy was approved as a member of Scranton’s City Planning Commission, serving the unexpired term of Thomas Preambo effective March 22, 2011 through Dec. 31, 2015. Arianne N. Slocum was appointed to the Civil Service Commission, replacing Rev. Reginald McLain, who resigned effective Jan. 13, 2011. Her term
will expire with the term of Mayor Chris Doherty. Council introduced the appointment of Renda to the Sewer Authority to fill the unexpired term of Matthew Flynn, with a 4-1 vote. Flynn passed away on May 5, leaving the remaining term to expire on Dec. 31, 2012. As is council’s policy, each person submitted their resume to council before final approval. Council Vice President Pat Rogan was the sole dissenting vote against Renda’s appointment, citing his past “record.” “When Mr. Renda was the business administrator, he had a very lackluster record of getting back to City Council regarding various issues, so I will be voting no,” Rogan said. Renda, whose wife Liz Renda currently serves as director of finance for the Scranton Parking Authority, and council often publicly disagreed on city matters during his term as the city’s business administrator, particularly concerning finance issues. Ryan McGowan replaced Renda as the business ad-
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1. Kelly Sweeney and Christina Kennedy. 2. Kim Babinec, Jake Dunda, Danielle Sparrow and Caitlin Phillips. 3. Chris Cordaro and Carrie Frattali. 4. Patrick and Sara McCormack with Char and Owen Dougherty.
Rader roast aids autism programs
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Charles “Chick� Rader was the butt of many jokes on Friday, May 27, for a good cause. At the Chick Rader Roast at the Scranton Cultural Center, the well-known owner of Charles J. Rader Insurance in Scranton and former area football player and coach took friendly jabs from roastmaster Atty. Harry McGrath, Mayor
The roast of businessman Charles Rader at the Scranton Cultural Center was a sold-out event.
Chris Doherty, retired magistrate James Kennedy, recent Lackawanna County commissioner candidate Brian Jeffers, and his wife, among many others. The sold-out event benefited Northeast Regional Autism Center at Friendship House. A final tally of the amount raised was not available at press time.
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homes in that area, including 218 homes with carbon treatment units. All 500 of these homes are eligible to connect to the new water supply. Home owners who connect to the system would need to abandon their existing wells to eliminate the effects of the contamination continuing to migrate in the geology of the area. The project includes a new groundwater source, located outside the affected area, and more than 21 miles of water mains and infrastructure at an estimated cost of $20 million, which Bostik and Sandvik will pay. The companies will continue to conduct quarterly sampling of another 300 wells in the fourtownship affected area and will reimburse DEP $1.7 million for its investigatory costs through June 2010, along with all future costs related to the site.
OLYPHANT – Borough police charged a woman with child endangerment after she allegedly closed her son in his room with a padlock and screwed his window shut. Nadine Stoddard, 34, of Olyphant, faces one count of the aforementioned charge after the son called police on May 27, according to an affidavit. When police arrived, Stoddard told them her son was misbehaving and that she took his sneakers and locked him in his room. She later revealed that the young man hid his suspension from school from her and stayed at a friend’s home to avoid her, the affidavit states. Officers determined that by locking her son in his room with no ventilation, Stoddard put him in danger. Officer Eugene Mentz was the arresting officer. Stoddard was arraigned on May 28 and released on $10,000 unsecured bail. A preliminary hearing is set for June 6.
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levels of TCE and PCE from Bostik and Sandvik had impacted groundwater in parts of Scott, Abington (now Waverly), North Abington and South Abington townships. DEP hosted a series of public meetings in the affected area and has routinely updated federal, state and local elected officials on the investigation’s progress as well as the status of ongoing settlement discussions. “Residents will be best served by connecting to a new public water source as a permanent remedy rather than depending on maintaining inhouse carbon treatment units,” DEP Northeast Regional Director Michael Bedrin said. DEP has worked closely with Pennsylvania American Water Co. to develop the initial design of a large-scale waterline project in the investigated area. There are approximately 500
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staff will discuss the case and the settlement will be held at the Lakeland High School auditorium on Wednesday, July 13, at 6:30 p.m. The consent order and agreement with Bostik and Sandvik requires the companies to construct a replacement water supply for the more than 200 residents affected by groundwater contaminated by the volatile organic chemicals, TCE and PCE. The chemicals were traced back to the companies’ facilities in the Ivy Industrial Park in Scott and South Abington townships. DEP staff started investigating groundwater contamination at the industrial park in August 2005. The department required three companies there to conduct expanded sampling outside the park borders and to provide and maintain carbon treatment units to private well owners with elevated levels of TCE or PCE. DEP, along with the Environmental Protection Agency, conducted extensive sampling and monitoring of soils, surface water and groundwater in and around the industrial park and in areas up to two miles away from the park in each direction. That investigation, which included sampling more than 500 private wells, determined that
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The Department of Environmental Protection announced Friday agreements with Bostik Inc. and Sandvik Inc., two companies determined to be responsible for contaminating groundwater in four Lackawanna County municipalities. The settlement includes agreements to construct a water line to serve affected residents, civil penalties totaling $2.5 million and recovery of past and future DEP costs. DEP is making the settlement documents available for public review online at www.depweb.state.pa.us, by clicking on “Regional Resources,” then “Northeast Region.” The consent order and agreement and the consent assessment of civil penalty are also available for review at DEP’s Northeast Regional Office in Wilkes-Barre by calling (570) 826-5472 to make an appointment or at the municipal buildings in Scott, Abington, North Abington and South Abington townships. Comments on the documents may be submitted in writing to Jeremy Miller, DEP Hazardous Sites Cleanup Program, 2 Public Square, WilkesBarre, PA 18701. A 60-day comment period began Saturday, June 4. A public meeting where department
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The following criminal complaints were filed in Lackawanna County Court between May 28 and June 1:
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at 55.8 mph in a 40 mph zone and abandoned his vehicle when followed by police. Officers say his vehicle inspection sticker had the year 2011 written in with black marker. Ptlm. David Fofi was the arresting officer. Cornell was arraigned May 28 and released on $5,000 unsecured bail. A preliminary hearing is set for June 6.
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JEFFERSON TWP. – Two men allegedly got into a fist fight and one was bitten after leaves were blown onto each other’s property on May 28. Police charged 64-year-old Edwin Kuniegel, of Line Rd., Jefferson Twp., with harassment, criminal mischief, aggravated and simple assault, and reckless endangerment following the incident. According to an affidavit: Police were called to a fight in progress between neighbors on Line Road after 7 p.m. Kuniegel was cutting his grass along the
property line shared with Michael Santarsiero, 48, blowing leaves through an adjoining fence. Santarsiero blew the leaves back onto Kuniegel’s property, who then tookanotherpasswithhislawnmowertopushthemoffofhispropertyand drove through the plastic fence. The two men traded punches, and Santarsiero put Kuniegel in a choke holdbeforehewasbittenbyKuniegel. Kuniegel then allegedly swore at and was “bumping chests with” Santarsiero’s wife, Debbie. Assistant Chief Michael Milewski was the arresting officer. A preliminary hearing is set for June 6.
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SCRANTON – It seems some couldn’t stand the heat this week. Between Tuesday and Wednesday, 36 citations were issued against illegal swimmers in the city of Scranton, according to Scranton Police Capt. Carl Graziano. Temperatures both days flirted with 100 degrees. The trespassing citations were against those swimming at the Nay Aug Gorge and the Step Falls, Graziano said Wednesday. “I don’t know how they get down there, but they do,” Graziano said of swimmers at Step Falls. City pools open June 18, according to the city’s Parks and Recreation Department. The pool at McDade Park and lakes at Aylesworth and Merli-Sarnoski parks also open that day, according to a press release provided by Lackawanna County officials.
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Check the expiration date and the quantity of items that need to be purchased in order to use the coupon. Many people get upset with $1 off two coupons when they don’t need the item. I like using these coupons when they are on sale two for $5 or buy one, get one free, multiplying their value. Searching through the circular before heading to the store is a very important step to saving money. Organizing your coupons within your grocery list keeps you from searching for them at the checkout lane. When items are on sale, it’s a good idea to stock up. That doesn’t mean you should purchase 100 boxes of crackers if you don’t eat crackers a lot. If, however, you find something that is on sale like pasta, rice and other pantry items, you should stock up for a few weeks or until it goes on sale again. It’s not very difficult to save money at the grocery store, but it will take a little time to
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NEPA Paranormal member Bob Christopher builds many of the pieces of equipment they use to search for spirits.
Ghost, I think you can believe in ghosts period,” Ulichney said. “When I first started, I was doing quite a bit of reading, and one theory is that every place that has a history has a haunt, and it’s just to what degree that haunt manifests itself. I believe in that.” In Bob’s case, years of experience has led him to consider all possibilities, no matter what the location. “I never take anything for granted. In the beginning, if someone said a place was haunted, we wouldjustassumeitwashaunted, but we’re more or less trying to debunk everything first. If we hear a noise, we try to find the obvious source for that noise first,” Bob said.
Katie discovered that it’s also not always as exciting as television can make it seem. “People see this stuff on TV crammed into a half-hour or an hour and it looks so exciting and glamorous. Everyone wants to do it, but people don’t realize how much work is involved and how much we put into it. You really have to love this field to do it at the level we do it,” Katie said. “You’re going through all this footage and you’re hoping for that one piece that’s going to make the whole thing worthwhile. All people see the exciting stuff that happened. They’re not seeing the other six hours of sitting in the dark talking to the wall,” she added with a laugh.
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While the search at Carbondale City Hall was ultimately “uneventful” other than some strange noises they couldn’t explain, the thrill of the hunt is sometimes reward enough. Other times, it may be something more personal. Katie admitted that while she is “terrified” by scary movies and haunted houses atamusementparks,shehasnoissues with pursuing the real thing. “My grandfather passed away when I was 16. I loved my grandpa. If I had the chance to talk to him again, I’d do anything. I’m just talking to someone else’s grandfather or mother. It’s just a person. Just because I can’t see them doesn’t mean they’re still not a person. It’s nothing to be afraid of,” she explained. “I hate horror movies. They terrify me. But they’re trying to scare me. I want the real deal.”
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A learning experience Each member has their own reasons for joining NEPA Paranormal, as well as their own beliefsordoubtsinthesupernatural, including firefighter Bill Ulichney, who became a member in February 2010. “If you believe in the Holy
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Paranormal innovators If “Ghostbusters” is any indication, having the right gear is essential to the job. But unlike the 1984 comedy, Tech Specialist Bob Christopher takes his job quite seriously - so much so that even builds some of his own equipment. Describing his group as “innovators in the field,” he unpacked dozens of customized cases and laid out his tools piece by piece. One of the first gadgets he pointed out detects electronic voice phenomenon. “You don’t actually hear some things at the time that you’re there. It’s below the human hearing range, but this recorder will pick it up. You can ask questions
NEPA Paranormal has previously investigated the Electric City Trolley Museum in Scranton and the Inn at Jim Thorpe. The group’s weekly television program “Ghost Detectives” can be seen Fridays at 8 p.m. on Electric City Television and at Saturdays at 1 a.m. on Fox 56. For more information, visit www.ghostdetectives.tv.
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nights, NEPA Paranormal has set their sights on historic locations such as Carbondale City Hall, though they still manage to fit in one to two smaller investigations a week practically year-round. It can get hectic balancing their respective day jobs with their unusual night life, but it’s the passion for and enjoyment of their work that keeps them motivated. “We get serious, we get down to business, we do our job, but we have fun. You have to. If we didn’t have fun, we wouldn’t be doing this,” Katie said. Apparently the spirits wandering city hall have been having their own brand of fun with city employees. According to various accounts, doors open and close by themselves, disembodied footsteps can be heard at night, human-sized mist has floated up and down the stairs, and one police officer was supposedly dragged off a bench while sleeping between shifts. Reports of prisoners hanging themselves in holding cells and a man falling to his death while building the clock tower also loomed over the group as they began their search for the truth.
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and get answers, but you don’t really know you did until you go back and listen to it,” Bob explained. Another tool of the trade is an ovulus, an item he specially ordered that talks back to its user. It is said that spirits can manipulate it. “It takes electro magnetic field readings and vibrations out of the air and actually transfers them into words. It has a vocabulary of 512 words, but sometimes it says wordsthataren’tinthedictionary. You can’t really explain it. Sometimes it doesn’t work and just starts babbling, but other times, it just screws with your mind,” Bob said. “This thing actually shocked me on national TV. It’s funny now, but it wasn’t then, I’ll you that!” he laughed. During a visit to Scranton’s Trolley Museum, it said “Ghost grabbedatMikey”ititsmonotone voice, referring to one crew member who felt a brush against his neck. His name was not in the device’s programmed vocabulary. At a bar in Easton, they investigated a spot where a mobster was shot to death. After crawling down the stairs, he apparently died in the bar’s basement. The ovulus said “stairs” and “whacked,” also not in its vocabulary. Other machines included their ghost box, a portable radio that scans white noise; digital thermometers to discover drops in temperature; K2 meters to measure electromagnetic fields; and metal, L-shaped dowsing rods, traditionally used for finding wells and buried metals. The rods, primarily used by Katie utilize the user’s own body energy, which is why even her own parents don’t like her using them.
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Police run saturation patrol in South Side
Less than two weeks after the May 16 murder of Malike Carter, Capt. Carl Graziano said 10 officers participated in the first of several anticipated saturation patrols. The May 28 patrol resulted in two drug arrests, 41 traffic citations, and three non-traffic citations between 8 p.m. and 2 a.m., Graziano said Wednesday.
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SCRANTON – City police executed the first of at least five planned speed enforcement details on Wednesday, June 1, Scranton Police Highway Division Cpl. Richard Bachman said on Thursday. Twenty drivers were contacted by officers during Wednesday’s detail along Davis Street in conjunction with Moosic police, resulting in written warnings given to six speeders and two who failed to stop for stop signs; three citations for expired registration; two speeding citations; and one citation each for a lack of insurance, a stop sign violation and an inspection violation, Bachman said. More than 500 cars were
timed during the 2.5-hour detail, and Bachman said the detail was very successful. “Statistics show that if you do enforcement, you cut crashes down,” Bachman said. “At the same time, we’re looking for other violations as well.” Officers used an ENRADD, or electronic non-radar device, in Wednesday’s operation Four more speed enforcement details are planned within city limits in the next two weeks. Bachman said they will take place in known high traffic and high crash areas. “We’re just trying to reduce the number of crashes and make the streets safer for the residents and anyone coming into the city,” Bachman said.
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tations, and three non-traffic citations between 8 p.m. and 2 a.m., Graziano said Wednesday. Some officers were involved in a speed detail from the 200 block of Pittston Avenue to Davis Street following neighbors’ complaints. “We hit that pretty hard,” Graziano said. There was little activity on Saturday, Graziano said. In the last two weeks, high profile arrests have been made linked to the murder of Malik Carter inside Finn McCool’s and the dis-
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DICKSON CITY – Police have charged a Scott Township resident and area high school soccer coach with indecent exposure, open lewdness and disorderly conduct after he allegedly exposed and touched himself inside a Burger King restaurant repeatedly for several years. Lakeland Jr./Sr. High School girls’soccer coach Joseph Kovaleski, 61, of Justus Blvd., was charged May 29 and summonsed June 1 for once count each of the aforementioned charges. Dickson City Borough Police Officer Scott Benzeleski is listed as the arresting officer in court documents. According to the affidavit: Police responded to the Burger King location at 524 Scranton/Carbondale Hwy., Dickson City, on May 29 just after 8:30 a.m. Benzeleski spoke with complaintant Gabrielle Colazzo, who he indicated he had spoken with “a few weeks ago” re-
garding Kovaleski. Colazzo told police that, for several years, Kovaleski would enter the fast food restaurant “a few times a week and sit in the booth closest to the drinkgs, face the employees at the counter,” pull out his genitalia and continuously touch himself. When police responded Sunday and approached Kovaleski, they asked him about his alleged repeated behavior. Kovaleski “stated that Burger King isn’t a public place and that his genitals get itchy and he sometimes has to scratch them.” Kovaleski allegedly told police that “he does not wear underwear and that his genitals could fall out.” He told police he didn’t wear underpants because “it’s too hot” and that he only wears them “when he dresses up for something special.” When reached for comment Friday, Kovaleski said, “I can’t talk now. It wouldn’t be wise.” A message left for Lakeland Superintendent Dr. Margaret Billings-Jones was not returned. A preliminary hearing is scheduled for June 29 at 9:45 a.m.
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State Sen. John P. Blake hosted local government officials from every municipality in the 22nd Senatorial District (Lackawanna, Luzerne and Monroe counties) to discuss state issues and the prospective local impacts of state budget proposals at a Friday morning breakfast. The legislative breakfast, held at Fiorelli’s in Peckville, was an opportunity for elected and appointed municipal officials from the 22nd District to interact with Senator Blake and to discuss issues of interest and concern to their communities. “The dialogue today with local municipal officials provided me perspective from different regions of my Senate district
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More than a dozen people gathered at Temple Israel Cemetery for Monday’s observance.
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Memorial Day observers review a list of Jewish War Veterans of America Post 165 members who were killed in service during World War I and World War II.
Members of the Sandy Weissberger-Leon Kaplan Post #165, Jewish War Veterans of America, conducted Memorial Day observances at Temple Israel Cemetery in Dunmore on May 30. More than a dozen post and auxiliary members gathered at the grave of former post commander William Rabkin, who passed away in 2002. Post Commander Joseph Albert, 63, of Scranton, and Rabbi Samuel Sandhaus led the services in Dunmore. Albert, a retired lieutenant colonel with the United States Army who planned “Operation: Desert Storm,” said that the cost of service is one that should not be forgotten. “If it wasn’t for those who made that supreme sacrifice and even those who went, served, and came back, what would this country be like?” Albert said. “We owe the underpaid, overworked military personnel…Who knows what president, senator, mayor or even philanthropist or millionaire never made it back.” Membership in the local Jewish War Veterans post has dwindled from nearly 1,000 members to only 300 survivors, Albert said.
Rabbi Samuel Sandhaus, left, and Jewish War Veterans of America Post #165 Commander Joseph Albert lead Memorial Day ceremonies at the Temple Israel Cemetery in Dunmore.
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A 21-gun salute is fired during Memorial Day services in the city of Scranton.
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Lackawanna County President Judge Tom Munley addresses a crowd at Cathedral Cemetery.
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ceremony at Nay Aug Park from a distance. Behind him lies a memorial to the Battleship Maine.
Boy Scouts and members of the public salute the flag at Nay Aug Park. Retired Marine Charles Gunnin, a Vietnam vet, salutes with fellow members of VFW Post 3451 at the Cathedral Cemetery.
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An 11 a.m. Memorial Day ceremony was held at Cathedral Cemetery with local veterans, Scranton Mayor Chris Doherty, and Lackawanna County President Judge Thomas J. Munley. Another ceremony, also at- Soldiers gather at Nay Aug Park for Memotended by Doherty, was held at Nay Aug Park at noon. rial Day observances. “Every year I come here, I see a bigger and bigger crowd. People are starting to respect the vets,” Munley said. “Whether you like the president or hate the president, like the politics or hate the politics, the armed forces are irrelevant to all of that because they’re the ones that make it possible for the protesters. It’s not the reporter that gives you freedom of the press, it’s the veteran. It’s not the lawyer who gives you the right to a free trial, it’s the veteran. “I think the people of this country, in all honesty, respect and support the armed forces of our country, and I think that’s great,” retired Commander Joseph Albert of American Legion Koch Conley Post121add- Duke Marullo, a retired commander from VFW Post 25, watches the Memorial Day ed.
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In the wake of recent gang-related drug arrests and two murders, South Scranton has many residents, business owners, community leaders, and legislators talking about the future of the troubled neighborhood. City Councilman Bob McGoff, a lifelong South Scranton resident, admitted at council’s May 24 meeting that the neighborhood has “transformed” over the years, “in some ways good and in some ways bad.” “The recent events there are just part of an ongoing problem that has emerged in the South Side region. I think that the Scranton Police have done a fine job of trying to curtail the problem, but we’ve closed any number of so-called nuisance bars in South Side, and it seems as though the clientele just moves from one place to another and is hard to deter what’s taking place,” McGoff said. The discovery of the frozen body of 24-year-old New York native Michael Jackson in a wooded area off of Saginaw Street in December of 2010 led to the May ar-
rests of 37 of 42 suspects in an alleged drug ring connected to the Bloods gang in New York City, operating out of the Sun Hotel, 410 Cedar Ave. Four arrests were also made last month in connection with the murder of 28-year-old Harrisburg native Malik Carter inside Finn McCool’s bar, 1608 Cedar Ave. Finn McCool’s was recently ordered to shut down business for one year by Lackawanna County Judge Carmen Minora, while an injunction that ceases the operation of the Sun Hotel remains until a scheduled July hearing. “Hopefully, the actions that the city has taken…and a number of arrests that were made in conjunction with those two events will remove some of the people that are the root of these problems,” McGoff continued, praising the cooperative efforts of local law enforcement agencies in helping to “make South Scranton a better place.” At the most recent council meeting, city resident Bill Jackowitz said that he has seen the criminal activity going on in South Side firsthand. “I’m 63 years old, but I actually have gone in Finn McCool’s
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and been in there from nine o’clock at night until two o’clock in the morning, just to see for myself what was going on…I’ve actually been in the Sun Hotel, again, just to see for myself what goes on in there, not secondhand information,” Jackowitz said. Fed up with their presence, he suggested that local neighborhood associations and groups of residents organize to force the criminal element elsewhere. “Get like 25 or 30 60-year-olds sitting in that place and I guarantee you the trouble people will eventually leave. Don’t go in there by yourself, but go in there and see what’s going on for yourself,” he said. “Let these people know that we know that this element is in the city and we don’t want them in the city.” The problem isn’t exclusive to South Scranton either, Jackowitz said in naming “after-hours bar” The Castle in North Scranton as another suspected criminal hangout. “You want a contact high? Go in The Castle restaurant. That place is going wild every Friday and Saturday night.” Not all the news coming from South Side is bad, however. McGoff said that redevelopment projects over the past several years have helped to combat the influx
of crime and decades of blighted property. “I think South Side is making progress toward redevelopment and towards redefining itself through a number of new small businesses that are open. I think that the work being done on Cedar Avenue redevelopment projects there are going to do a great deal to again transform the neighborhood,” he explained. United Neighborhood Centers of Northeastern Pennsylvania, located on Alder Street in South Scranton, has spearheaded the revitalization of the area through many development projects, including the demolition of blighted buildings and the construction of six new townhouses with four commercial fronts on the 600 block of Cedar Avenue, just two blocks away from the Sun Hotel. Executive Director Michael Hanley said on Friday that UNC has already been approached by five businesses looking to move into the property, and residents of the surrounding footprint have “gone about their business” despite the recent incidents. “There is a lot of positive energy that is happening here, and when people see continued drug traffic, it just kind of brings the whole neighborhood down. But the residents have been getting
more and more involved over the last year-and-a-half. They’re really looking at this more positively. Just within a couple blocks’ radius of the Sun Hotel, people have been fixing up their homes,” Hanley pointed out. Through grants provided by UNC, residents and business owners have been fixing up the longneglected facades of their properties, which he said has encouraged others to do the same. Once a “vibrant commercial and residential area,” he believes that citizens are “really feeling” positive changes in their community that will restore local pride. He cited a community children’s garden in Connell Park and a “graffiti paint-out” by area teens as further examples of South Side rejuvenation. “(Crime) hinders people’s perception of South Side, and that’s what hurts. People on the outside looking in think it’s a bunch of nuisance bars with drug dealers walking around, but there a lot of folks who have lived here for generations who are really working now together with the newer residents moving in to put a positive face on South Side,” Hanley said. “This is not the only thing happening in South Side. There are a lot of good things here that people want to get out.”
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Robert Packer Hospital named best in state in Quality Awards Guthrie’s Robert Packer Hospital was ranked number one in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and 21st nationally for overall hospital care in the 2011 Hospital Quality Awards. The rankings, released from The Delta Group, compare federally reported clinical data from virtually all 5,000 general, acute, non-federal hospitals in the country. Guthrie’s Robert Packer Hospital also earned Pennsylvania’s number one rank for medical excellence in joint replacement and ranked third for neurosurgery out of the state’s 170 facilities. Robert Packer was in the top 10 percent of all hospitals nationwide for medical excellence for Cardiac Care; Major Cardiac
Surgery (#27 in Nation); GI Hemorrhage; Joint Replacement (#32 in Nation); Major Neurosurgery and Pulmonary Care. Marie Droege, president of RPH and chief operating officer for the Guthrie Healthcare System said these rankings represent the most objective measurement of a hospitals performance. “You cannot request to be considered for these awards. You do not pay to market your standings on these lists. The only way to achieve these designations is to provide the highest quality health care possible and to do so consistently.” For more information on the Delta Group 2011 Excellence Awards, visit www.carechex.com.
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Semian Real Estate Group announces yet another series of promotions within the company. Real estate veteran Alice Vanston will serve as president and will lead the company in expanding its real estate sales footprint in the northeast region. Vanston formerly served as vice president of Client and Community Relations and Associate Broker. She is one of the original members of the Semian team. Nell Donnelly-O’Boyle will now serve as Semian Real Estate Group’s vice president of marketing and recruitment. Donnelly-O’Boyle is a seasoned Realtor and will be responsible for all aspects of the company’s integrated marketing and advertising strategy, as well as recruitment and training of the company’s brokers and agents. This announcement of promotions, within the Semian Real Estate Group, comes less than a week after the appointment of Scott Weiland, Ph.D., as senior vice president of the Commercial Division of Semian Real Estate Group. Semian Real Estate Group CoFounder George Semian, had been engaged to support the transition to new ownership. Pursuant to the terms of an asset purchase agreement, a privately owned corporation acquired certain tangible and intangible net assets from Semian in January of this year.
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Keep celebrations safe To all graduates: Graduation night is a night to celebrate, enjoy and remember all of your past high school experiences. Your future is bright and your dreams can become the reality of your hard work. Do not drink and drive on graduation night because your life is just beginning, and your dreams have just begun. You have much to live for. Celebrate sober and safe. Good luck on all of your future endeavors.
NAS device. NAS devices contain multiple hard drives, which work together to backup and store your information. The advantage to having an NAS device with multiple hard drives is: if one hard drives fail or goes bad, the other hard drives still contain your personal information and will continue the back-up process, while you replace the broken hard drive. Keeping all of your family’s memories on the computer is convenient. Filing and organizing your photos, movies, music, and documents on the computer is easier than keeping them in bulky photo albums and plastic containers. The main drawback to computer storage is the fact that all of your personal information is susceptible to power outages and computer crashes. If you want to ensure that your information is not lost forever, back-up your information regularly.
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First National Community Bancorp Inc., the parent company of Dunmore-based First National Community Bank, has announced the appointment of Thomas J. Melone, C.P.A. to its board of directors. Melone, a Pittston native and resident, was elected at a meeting of the Board on May 25. Melone serves as a partner for the Albert B. Melone Company, a leading provider of accounting, tax and consulting services throughout the Northeast Pennsylvania region. He leads the firm’s Tax Preparation and Advisory Services line as well as its Small Business Advisory and Consulting Services business line. Additionally, he has extensive experience in the financial management of public school districts operating in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Melone is an active member of several business and community organizations including the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA), Allied Services/ John Heinz Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine, and Our Lady of Mount Carmel. He has also served as an advisory board member for Landmark Community Bank. He is a 1980 graduate of King’s College where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree in accounting.
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be better than not backing up your data at all! I would avoid using an USB flash drive as your method of back-up, as they usually get misplaced. One of the advantages of optical storage is the cost, as the prices for this type of storage have dropped considerably. You can purchase a DVD writer and a spindle of DVDs for under $40, which will allow you to store your data for many years to come. Remember to properly label and date your DVDs. According to the “Council on Library and Information Resources,” the life expectancy of a DVD, when stored properly, is approximately 30 years. An external removable hard drive is also a good way to store your files and media, but keep in mind they also contain internal motors. They are conveniently portable, meaning that they can be plugged into most computers with an USB port. However, they are affected by external factors brought about by their users, such as dropping the drive, spilling coffee on it, or even leaving it in your car on a hot day. I personally use a network attached storage device or
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How would you feel if one day you tried to use your computer and realize it has suffered some catastrophic error, and you are no longer able to access your personal files? All your precious family photos… gone. Your important documents…gone. Everything you have ever saved… vanished. I’ve heard these horror stories so many times. Unfortunately, not once was it followed by someone saying, “Luckily, I had everything backed up”. Computers store their data in a mechanical component referred to as a hard drive. Like any mechanical component with moving parts, the question is not if it is going to fail, but when it will fail. With so many advances in technology, we often have a false sense of security. If you are like most people, you leave your computer on, so it is ready for the next time you need to use it. If power management features, such as sleep mode or hibernation, are
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The Rev. Father Konstantine Eleftherakis, right, shares a laugh with festival workers Witko Evie, left, and Harriet Scantzos as they make tzatziki, or cucumber sauce, for gyros in preparation for the 2010 festival. The event returns this week.
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Greek food fest returns Tuesday Scranton event was held in September last year, returns to June dates in 2011. By TYLER MILES Go Lackawanna intern
SCRANTON – Traditional Greek dancing is an inviting addition to Scranton’s Greek Food Festival returning to its normal summer slot next week. “We’re bringing back traditional Greek dancing that they did years ago, maybe 2025 years ago,” The Rev. Kon-
stantine Eleftherakis said. “We’re going to be getting the mayor’s stage for, I think, two of the days. The rest of the time we’ll just be on the street.” Aside from dancing, the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, 505 N. Washington Ave., Scranton, will bring back church tours as another way to show people the beauty of the Scranton parish. Eleftherakis began the tours during last year’s festival, which was held in September. The 36-year-old parish priest originally from Philadelphia believes that whoever
first constructed the church had the best intentions in mind, and he has hopes to enhance the structure little by little. “Nothing can compare to the beauty of a traditional orthodox church when it is designed and decorated in the proper fashion,” he said. Since taking over as parish priest last July and later moving into the church with his wife and four children, he has learned that the congregation is full of very hard working people. “It is a small community but very strong in faith,”
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Eleftherakis said. Congregants have come to rely on the festival as the church’s sole fundraiser, but there is a deeper meaning: everything they do is for God and their church.
“The food and stuff, we can’t take that with us when we die,” he said jokingly. Eleftherakis said the small group of volunteers is full of “amazing cooks” that prepare the traditional dishes in a way that reminds him of his own upbringing. He enjoys each of the dishes that are made but laments not being able to enjoy more of them because of his busy schedule. The festival is now a more than 40-year-old tradition that gives the community a view of the church and its philosophies through a more dynamic social event.
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Summer sun and reading fun Every summer, libraries across the country organize and host summer reading programs, and Scranton is no exception. The Lackawanna County Children’s Library and the Nancy Kay Holmes Branch have participated in the statewide Summer Reading Program for over 15 years. Last year, over 1,419 children registered for the program and read over 8,048 books. Nearly 900 children from age 6 to 10 participated in the school age program and 562 children took part in the preschool “Read- toMe” for children ages birth to age 5. This year’s theme is “One World, Many Stories.” All summer reading programming will focus on stories and ideas from around the globe. In 2010, the library offered 114 summer reading programs with 2,548 children and 863 adults in attendance. Programming this year will include the Dancing Princesses with Dora the Explorer, a visit from the Zoomobile from the Binghamton Zoo, a family concert with songs from around the world performed by Bill Frye, and a Bollywood dance work-
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your children that reading is important and enjoyable by reading to them, with them and in front of them. Children who are read to become better readers. • Reading all kinds of materials: Make sure your child has access to reading materials such as books, magazines, newspapers, or even cereal boxes in the morning! All materials are free to borrow at the library with a library card. • Participating in the Passport Program: The program is free to children living in Lackawanna County who register for the Summer Reading Program. The passport allows free admission to multiple educational and cultural institutions in Lackawanna County including the Trolley Museum, Steamtown
National Historic Park and the Everhart Museum. • Join the summer reading program, “One World, Many Stories” at the library: The library has many educational and fun activities scheduled for the summer to motivate readers. For more information about these and other programs, visit www.albright.org/childrens or
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norance,” just released on May 24, is like that hidden gem you missed out on but discovered years later in a used record store. Not since Canadian synthrockers The Birthday Massacre have I heard a newer act capture that sound so well, but it seems they also keep good company. The record was produced by Chris Vrenna, former longtime drummer of NIN and current skinsman for Manson, and having worked with everyone from Stabbing Westward to Rammstein to the Smashing Pumpkins, it’s clear why he would dig this threeman army. Two of the first “singles” released in an earlier EP, “LoveDead” and “Resin,” are catchier than a cold in a dark nightclub full of malnourished waifs in black t-shirts. If “LoveDead” doesn’t have you bobbing your head by the time the drums kick in during the
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I’ve been on a real ‘80s kick lately, downloading a bunch of new wave and synth pop for no good reason other than to transport me back to an era I barely remember because of my age at the time. Little did I know that I didn’t have to dig into the crevices of my early “I want my MTV!” memories – it turns out they’re still making the stuff. While I doubt this band would have received play on MTV even when the channel still played music due to the darker nature of some of the material, Italian industrial band Army of the Universe certainly would have fit right into that goth rock scene emerging at the time. By the ‘90s, they would have been touring with Marilyn Manson, Skinny Puppy, Ministry, Depeche Mode, or Nine Inch Nails, and it’s that familiar sound with tinges of current electronica that made me immediately enjoy what I was hearing. In other words, Army’s first full-length album, “Mother Ig-
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first minute, then I suggest you check your pulse. The title track and “Goodnite” are perfect examples of that classic industrial sound, and after a random cover of Bjork’s “Army of Me” that’s reminiscent of an electronically-tinged “Deftones” track,” the album changes direction a bit. Bjork will do that to you. “Cold in Heaven” is a slower, creepier song that relies as much on the strumming guitar as it does on the steady beat, setting a tone that shifts again with “Hollywood Drama,” which is decidedly more modern in its mix of rock and hip hop sensibilities. The lyrics of “8 Flowers” made me laugh along to another headbobbing beat while vaguely reminding me of early Korn when they were still listena-
ble, of course. The entirely instrumental “Quantisize” paves the way for “Dust in the Universe,” a hooky track that ends up being one of the strongest on the album. It’s like a more sinistersounding Innerpartysystem, another underrated electronica band worth noting in the present scene. “Broken Porcelain” jumps right back to the ‘80s, channeling a little Reznor that continues with “Table in Hell.” “Retarded” both sonically and lyrically brings Mindless Self Indulgence to mind, which brought a smile to my face, and the short, obscure “Slower” polishes off this diverse and ultimately satisfying album. It’s no wonder these guys will be touring with Metropolis labelmates KMFDM this August – they both know what it’s like to balance past and present to sustain the future of industrial, a genre that’s seemed to just now receive mainstream attention with
Golden Globe and Academy Award wins. If I have to tell you for who, then you haven’t been paying attention to our little history lesson here. Just watch the new “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo” trailer and start talking. Everyone else is. While I’ve made a lot of comparisons in this review, as Army recalls past decades as much as modern electronic rock, I must also note that this is all on the same album here, thus making it quite different from anything I’ve heard lately. While it fit in with my current downloading spree, the band also wasn’t afraid to do its own thing and sample a range of influences. Overall, it’s great listen, and if you’re not a child of the ‘80s, don’t sweat it — it all comes back into vogue eventually. RICH HOWELLS writes about pop culture and more. Read ‘Infinite Improbability’ each week.
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Steel drum project kicks off series By CHRISTOPHER J. HUGHES chughes@golackawanna.com
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or social problems. It’s an outlet for them to join with other kids and learn music,” Torquato said. It also gives high school students who haven’t been studying an instrument from their days in the middle school a chance to jump in the line with their fellow band members. The group recently performed at the May First Friday Scranton event and at an awards ceremony for the Northeastern Educational Intermediate Unit #19, Torquato said. Friday’s performance in-
cluded “Surfer Girl” by The Beach Boys, hits from “The Little Mermaid” soundtrack, “Bang the Drum All Day” by Todd Rundgren, and a conga line to “Hot Hot Hot” by Buster Poindexter. Green Ridge resident Latoya Martin joined in the fun with her children, Violet and Evander, 3, as son Donovan, 5, and husband, Ben, looked on. The Martin trio participated in an impromptu limbo contest. “They love to dance. You didn’t see the moves they were busting before, but they were grooving!” Mrs. Martin
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Lackawanna County’s summer concerts take place each Friday from noon to 1 on the Linden Street side of Courthouse Square. Upcoming performers include: June 10 – Category 5 June 17 – Hickory Rose June 24 – Q-Balls Duo July 1 – Coal Town Rounders July 8 – Snapshot of Picture Perfect July 15 – Brandon Quinn July 22 – TBA July 29 – Arts Alive August 5 – Paul LaBelle and All That Jazz August 12 – Joe DeMark August 19 – Jim Cullen and Friends with Dani-elle August 26 – George Wesley
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SCRANTON – Nearly three dozen people gathered on the lawn of the Lackawanna County Courthouse Friday afternoon to enjoy the unique sounds of a high school band project. The North Pocono Steel Drum Project kicked off the county’s noontime concert series on June 3 with some sounds of the islands. Steel drum music finds its origins in Trinidad, according to North Pocono High School music teacher and band director Frank Torquato, and shares additional French and Spanish roots. “The people of the island would actually play metal drums and bang on bottles,” he said. “Somebody banged on cans that got dents in it, so they had a high pitch and a low pitch. They used biscuit tins and oil drums from the refineries on the island. “It evolved into the instruments we have today.” Those instruments, Torquato said, can get expensive. About $12,000 in equipment belongs to the steel drum project. The band project, now in its fifth year, focuses on inclusion along with providing a rare opportunity to study steel drum music. “There are a lot of band kids in here, but in addition to that we wanted to make it accessible to other student with interesting learning problems
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1. Trombonist Dave Mitchell performs with the Cino Paci Band. 2. The statue of St. George leans at the start of the Race of the Saints. 3. Bishop Joseph Bambera greets John Troiani of Mayfield, right, and Richard Pirrami of Jessup. 4.Horsemen P.J. DeNaples of Dunmore, left, and Sebastian Naro of Lake Winola. 5. Racers kneel as Bishop Bambera offers prayers on Saturday.
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George are set high atop wooden structures called ceri and raced through the streets of the town. Although there is friendly competition between the teams of St. Ubaldo, St. Anthony, and St. George, St. Ubaldo Society President Paul Angeloni said La Corsa dei Ceri is really about fostering community pride in Jessup.
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he Carmel Ardito School of Dance will present “An Evening at the Cinema,” presented by the Senior Dance Company, on Sunday, June 5, at 7 p.m. at the Scranton Cultural Center, 420 N. Washington Ave., Scranton. The show will benefit the Valley Community Library, with general tickets priced at $10 and reserved at $13. Tickets may be purchased at the door one hour prior to showtime or from participating students. The school will also present “An Evening at the Cin- by the ema,” presented Moscow Senior Dance Company,
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‘Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest’ dancers are Lindsay Burak, Brandon Ossont, Victoria Gillow, Maria Wolfel, Greg Simonetti, Shane McGarr, Kaitlin Carr, George Gdovin and Dana Whitman.
on Tuesday, June 7, at 7 p.m. at the Scranton Cultural Center. The show will benefit the North Pocono Scholarship Fund, with general tickets priced at $10 and reserved at $13. Finally, the Carmel Ardito School of Dance will present “The Young Dancer,” presented by the Junior Dance Company, on Friday, June 10, at 7 p.m. at the Scranton Cultural Center. The recital features a dance performance of “The Princess and the Pea” as well as “Fairy Tales and Characters.” The show will benefit the Valley Community Library, with general tickets priced at $10 and reserved at $13.
Dancers portrayed in “Twilight: Supermassive Blackhole” are, from left, Amanda Kirchoff, Jillian Ferri, Danielle Walters, Katrina Kincel, Erin Loftus, in front.
Dancers representing “Little Red Riding Hood” are, from left, Sammea Ricciardi, Nina Angeloni, Ashley Hine as the wolf, Caroline Kranick, and Natalie Buchinski.
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Gathering at the ribbon cutting ceremony for New Visions Studio and Gallery on June 2 were, from left, Debra Snyder, artist Amy Lynn Wyman, Katie Kelly, Daniel Grotta, artist Sally Wiener Grotta, Matt "Metal" Cohen, Conrad Miller, gallery co-owner Melanie Boisseau, Scranton Mayor Chris Doherty, gallery co-owner Adam Weitzenkorn, Maureen Duffy, artist Jessica Diehl, artist Nick Shotwell, and Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce Membership Director Mari Potis.
Ribbon cutting held at New Visions exhibit was held June 3. Upcoming events include the second annual Global Etsy Craft Party Day on Friday, June 10, from 6 to 9 p.m. Local Etsy sellers will sell their hand-made and vintage goods and be actively making crafts. The event is free
and open to the public. “Wrestle & Rock: A Punk/ Metal Tribute to Macho Man Randy Savage” is set for Friday, June 17, from 7 to 11 p.m. Admission is $6, and performing acts include Stephen Bloom of Skyhook Mandate, Vice and Virtue,
Donnie and Steve from The Amadans, Down to Six, and Silhouette Lies. Audience members dressed as professional wrestlers receive $1 off admission. For more information, visit www.newvisionsstudio.com.
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A ribbon cutting ceremony honoring the re-opening of New Visions Studio and Gallery was held June 2 at the gallery located at 201 Vine St., Scranton. New Visions held a grand opening on May 6, and an opening of the “Family Ties”
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“X-Men: First Class” is an homage to the James Bond movies from the ’60s — you know, back when Bond was fun. It has The Cold War, an epic confrontation between super-powers and a super-villain in a submarine. Matthew Vaughn sees to it that it’s a generally light take on back-engineering the struggle between the future Professor X and the future Magneto. Well-cast, wellacted and scripted so that its message of tolerance is front and center, this is pretty much all you’d want from two hours and 12 minutes of summer escape. James McAvoy is young Charles Xavier, the fellow who reads minds and stumbles into the girl (Jennifer Lawrence) who makes him realize he and she are not alone. They are “the next stage in human evolution.” It’s the 1940s, and in the age of the atom, some
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humans are mutating. One of them is half a world away. That’s where Erik Lehnsher (Bill Milner, then Michael Fassbender) is a Jew who survives the Holocaust because one Nazi in particular (Kevin Bacon) sees his talents and finds a way to train them. Cut to years later, when Xavier is finishing up his degree at Oxford and Erik is chasing Nazis to the far ends of the
Earth. Fassbender is marvelously and malevolently focused, and McAvoy gives Xavier a comical-clinical interest in his fellow mutants. They only meet when they are given a common enemy by the CIA. It’s the early ’60s, and the former Nazi Sebastian Shaw (Bacon) is up to something, recruiting mutants. The most playful scenes in the movie follow Charles and Erik as they go mutant recruiting for the CIA — into strip clubs, for instance. Rose Byrne and Oliver Platt play CIA agents in charge of mutant relations. Vaughn peoples his supporting cast with veteran character players and pays tribute, visually, to “Dr. Strangelove” and “Basic Instinct.” That last visual reference comes from January Jones. She plays the villain’s mutant sidekick in early Sharon Stoneish ’60s white tart ensembles and even
has a “Basic Instinct” interrogation scene. She makes a scar-sexy villain herself. (The women in the movie wear miniskirts a few years before they became popular, and the mutants drop colloquialisms a few decades out of place, but why quibble?) But one cameo — complete with the movie’s only perfectly placed “f-bomb” — reminds us where this one stands in the firmament. The digital ships, digital sets and digitally enhanced brawls lack a single moment as authentically cool as that first snowy meeting we had with Hugh Jackman as Wolverine in the original film. It’s all silly summer cinema escape, and if you don’t roll your eyes the first or 10th time McAvoy puts two fingers to his forehead to read somebody’s thoughts you plainly got nothing out of “Everything Must Go” and “The Beaver.”
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Gina Chieffalo delivers against Dallas during the District 2 Class AAA championship. Valley View won, 1-0.
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TOM ROBINSON try to bring a single runner around. The other dozen innings all were 1-2-3 efforts by Chieffallo, who gave up three hits, two walks and a single unearned run while striking out 35 in 20 innings during the District 2 tournament. The District 2 softball tournament included pitchers with impeccable credentials, such as a state championship win, all-state honors and a Division I commitment. None, however, have been as dominant as the girl who started the season still trying to prove she was worthy of taking over in the circle for a championship team otherwise loaded with experience. Chieffallo has only gotten better when times should have been getting
tougher. She helped the Cougars close out an unbeaten regular season, then add three more wins, including the ninth and 10th shutouts of a 17-0 season. When the state playoffs open Monday, it will have been more than a month – and eight games – since Chieffallo last allowed an earned run. The Cougars go into state play on three straight playoff one-hitters, including Tuesday’s 18-strikeout gem in a 6-1 semifinal over Berwick. Even though she allowed her only two walks of the district tournament, Chieffallo showed incredible control while hitting her season-high in strikeouts. She worked the inside corner to perfection for five called third strikes. “You can’t win the game yourself,” Chieffallo said. “You have to have your defense and you have to have your offense.
“You always have to stay together.” Chieffallo, however, has managed to reduce the pressure on both instead of the other way around. Along the way, good control has gotten better and Chieffallo has stayed strong thanks to a devotion to running home to work on her conditioning after each victory. “I think that’s why I’ve physically been able to pitch as many innings as I was able to,” Chieffallo said. Chieffallo stood up to the heat in the bright sun on the hottest day of the season and handled the spotlight of a district final just two days later. The Cougars have received major contributions from their many veterans, but with a title on the line, it was Chieffallo who made sure the one hit and one run they managed against Dallas were enough to repeat as champions.
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They may not have seemed like it at the time but the Berwick sixth inning in the semifinals and the Dallas fourth inning in the final of the District 2 Class AAA softball tournament represented special opportunities. Those innings were the only two in 20 postseason innings that more than one runner reached base against sophomore pitcher Gina Chieffallo and the Valley View defense she occasionally relies on for help. At a time in the season when challenges should have been getting more difficult for a young pitcher, Chieffallo has instead become even tougher to hit. West Scranton had a base runner once in the quarterfinals and Dallas had one other inning with a runner on base. Berwick even had two other chances to
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MOOSIC – Big innings played a big role in determining District 2 baseball titles in a pair of doubleheaders at PNC Field. Scranton was two innings away from repeating as District 2-4 Class AAAA champion when Williamsport broke out for six runs in the sixth inning of an 8-3 victory to complete Tuesday’s doubleheader. Tunkhannock took command with five runs in the second inning on the way to an early finish against West Scranton with a 10-0, six-inning victory over West Scranton in the District 2 Class AAA final in Thursday’s second game. Lake-Lehman scored six runs in the second and five in the sixth of a 13-5 rout of Holy Redeemer in the
Class AA final to start Thursday’s doubleheader. Old Forge scored four runs in the fourth inning of its 8-3 victory over Lackawanna Trail in Class A for the first of the titles Tuesday afternoon. CLASS A Old Forge won its fifth straight title and the third straight over Lackawanna Trail in the championship game. The Blue Devils built their fourrun inning, which produced a 6-0 lead, with the help of three bunt singles, a double steal and a walk. Gary Puckett led off with a single. Chris Talipski and winning pitcher Tony Goodall followed with sacrifice bunt attempts that turned into base hits. The second bunt also led to an error that allowed courtesy
runner Mike Vieira to score the first run of the inning. Mario Martinelli provided the big hit of the inning with a two-run double to left-center field. Michael Long’s bunt put runners on the corner, setting up a double steal that allowed Martinelli to score. Lackawanna Trail got all three of its runs in the bottom of the fifth. Tanner Holmes singled in the first two runs, stole second and scored the final run for the Lackawanna League Division 3 champion Lions. Goodall gave up seven hits and two walks while striking out three in the win. Long and Martinelli each had three of Old Forge’s 10 stolen bases and scored twice. Long had three hits while Martinelli had two. The Blue Devils open state tour-
nament play Monday against District 4 champion Muncy. CLASS AAAA Williamsport scored on an unearned run in the top of the first, but Joe McCarthy held the Millionaires to one hit over the first four innings while the Lackawanna Division 1 champion Knights took a 3-1 lead. After the Millionaires scored once in the fifth, they won the game with an ugly sixth inning in which they used three walks, two suicide squeeze bunts, a Scranton error and a two-run triple by Kyle Schneider. Schneider was also the winning pitcher with four innings of hitless relief in which he walked two and
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Scranton’s Kyle Booth slides into home past Sadiq Barkhole. The Knights lost Tuesday’s AAAA championship, 8-3, to Williamsport.
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Six-run eighth gives OF softball title By TOM ROBINSON For Go Lackawanna
THROOP – In one big inning, the Old Forge Lady Devils produced as many runs as in their previous three district championship game victories combined. After struggling offensively most of the day, Old Forge put everything together in a six-run eighth inning that carried the Lady Devils to their fourth straight District 2 Class A title with a 7-3 victory over Blue Ridge Wednesday at Mid Valley High School. “We had problems getting people on early in the game,” said winning pitcher Nicole Marianelli, who drove in Old Forge’s first two runs and scored the eventual winning run. “It was nice to see us start stringing them together.” The Lady Devils had defeated the Lady Raiders by one run in each of the last three district finals, winning, 1-0, 3-2 and 2-1. The teams were locked in another tight game at 1-1, going to extra innings. Lauren Carey, Chelsea Cadwalder and Sarah Fish all had doubles in the six-run eighth inning. Old Forge, which won both Lackawanna League Division 2 and District 2 Class A titles, in each of the previous three seasons, was just 4-10 in league play this year. As a result, the Lady Devils entered the playoffs as the fifth seed in a six-team tournament. They beat three higherseeded teams, including top-seeded Northwest in the semifinals and secondseeded Blue Ridge. “They kept their heads up and worked just as hard as any of the other district champions we had,” Old Forge coach Pat Revello said. Marianelli, who handled less than half the pitching assignments for Old Forge during the season, threw a four-hitter with no walks and three strikeouts in the final. She did not allow an earned run. An RBI double by Marianelli in the third gave Old Forge a 1-0 lead. Blue Ridge tied the game with an unearned run in the fifth. Carey doubled and scored the goahead run on Marianelli’s sacrifice fly. Cadwalder doubled in one run and Fish doubled in two during the eighth inning. Gabby Wolfe had three of Blue Ridge’s four hits. Old Forge opens state tournament play Monday against District 3 champion Greenwood. CLASS AAA Gina Chieffalo of Valley View and Kristan Baker of Dallas matched one-hitters in Thursday’s district final at Mid Valley. See SOFTBALL, Page 41
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Old Forge’s Nicole Marianelli delivers against Blue Ridge in the District 2 Class A championship game.
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Team owner ready to make lacrosse work in NEPA By JOE SOPRANO Times Leader sports editor
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Wilkes-Barre Lacrosse team president Jim Jennings talks about North American Lacrosse League coming to the Mohegan Sun Arena on Friday afternoon.
Giants short on World Series win, but have longevity By TOM ROBINSON For Go Lackawanna
it became a lot easier. We’ve been in the tournament (four years), we’re getting guys drafted. “Now, scouts call me. Recruits call me.” And, the Giants, under the former Mid Valley High School, Keystone College and East Stroudsburg University player, appear positioned to remain a factor on the national scene. WORLD SERIES RECAP Keystone was one of four teams to make it to Monday, the next-to-last day of the season, before losing to eventual champion Marietta College, 11-2. Marietta, the top-seed and nation’s number-one ranked team, won its fifth national title by going 5-1 and outscoring opponents, 51-12, in those games. The win over Keystone kept Marietta unbeaten in the tournament, giving it two shots at beating Chapman for the title Tuesday. Chapman won the first game, 15-4, before Marietta clinched with an 18-5 rout. After opening with a 2-1 win over Western New England, the Giants lost to Buena Vista, 8-5, May 28. The
Giants remained alive with a 7-2 win over Salisbury May 29. Esteban Meletiche had a single, home run, three runs scored and two RBI against Salisbury. The Giants scored four times in the ninth to break the game open. Meletiche, who was named second-team All-American at the banquet the night before the World Series started in Appleton, Wisc., led the Keystone offense at the World Series. Meletiche, a lead-off hitting second baseman, led the team with four runs and a .429 batting average while going 6-for-14 with a homer. Lance Ratchford and Brian Del Rosso matched Meletiche’s hit total, going 6-for-15 (.400). Ratchford was the only player with hits in all four games. Roberto Santana had hits in all three starts and led the team with five RBI. Jeff Frost turned in the top pitching performance, giving up just one run while striking out nine in the opener. Alex worked a hitless inning of relief in two different games.
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Jamie Shevchik looks at some other Division III baseball coaches and is thankful for his situation at Keystone College. “When you look around, most are part-time coaches with other jobs and responsibilities,” Shevchik said last week while preparing to take the Giants to the National Collegiate Athletic Association Division III World Series where they ultimately finished tied for the third in the country. “I’m a full-time baseball coach. “It’s my only job. I don’t want to do anything else.” The only responsibility that Shevchik has that could be considered a “side job” is coaching the Danbury Westerners, a team of top college players in the summer Northeast League. And, that job has directly helped Keystone. When Blaine O’Brien was stuck at the University of Maryland, realizing that his plans to play Division I baseball on a scholarship were falling through on an academic eligibility
issue dating back to his junior college days, his roommate was one of Shevchik’s summer players. O’Brien’s previous roommate at a Georgia junior college had been Derek Alex, who was preparing to be the closer on Keystone’s latest Colonial States Athletic Conference championship team. A program that O’Brien may have otherwise never heard of not only sounded like an option to O’Brien, but came with two trusted players recommending Shevchik. Before the program could have the recruiting reach it now has, Shevchik was out there as a new coach, on his own expense, flying to Puerto Rico, making contact with players who would see Keystone College and its baseball team as an opportunity. He has built pipelines elsewhere, giving the Giants the recruiting reach of programs on a higher level, even if he does sometimes have to wait for those players to come by making Keystone their second chance when the higher level doesn’t fit right. “We’ve had kids from Puerto Rico drafted,” Shevchik said. “From there,
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WILKES-BARRE TWP. – Jim Jennings is the owner of a team in a league with currently no other franchises, playing a sport in an area with no traditional connection to the game. None of that dampened Jennings enthusiasm on Friday, however, when the Eastonbased businessman announced that he and a group of six others would bring professional indoor lacrosse to Mohegan Sun Arena. “We are thrilled to be here, and we are thrilled to be part of this community,” Jennings said. “We are going to introduce a lot of people to lacrosse in the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton area.” Jennings added that his franchise will be concerned with more than developing professional lacrosse players.
“We have a partnership with U.S. Lacrosse that we are very excited about,” Jennings said. “We are going to be introducing lacrosse in the schools here, and we have done that in other markets. “We are very excited to grow the game here on the youth level, the high school level and eventually the college level.” The yet-to-be named team will be on the playing field this January, playing in the North American Lacrosse League. League commissioner Phil Evans says the NALL will have “no fewer” than six teams, most playing in markets similar to Wilkes-Barre. The team will play a 12-game season with six home games plus two additional games against international competition. The team name and its fellow franchises will be an-
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SPORTS BRIEFS Stann gets TKO in Vegas fight Scranton Prep graduate Brian Stann improved to 14-3 when he scored a second-round technical knockout of Jorge Santiago in UFC 130 May 28 in Las Vegas. The win was Stann’s third straight knockout in the Ultimate Fighting Championships at 185 pounds. Stann, 30, is a former Scranton Prep and Naval Academy football player who was decorated for his service in the U.S. Marines. Trio combines for SWB Yankees shutout Three pitchers continued outstanding seasons with the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees by combining for a six-hit shutout in Wednesday’s 1-0 victory at Indianapolis. D.J. Mitchell won for the fourth time in five starts to improve to 4-3 with a 2.78 earned run average. He worked seven scoreless innings, giving up five hits and a walk with five strikeouts. Randy Flores struck out one in a hitless eighth inning to remain unscored upon this season through seven appearances and 5 2/3 innings who has allowed just two hits. Kevin Whalen pitched the ninth for his fourth save in as many appearances and a leaguehigh 16 in 22 games. Scranton sluggers named Academic All-Americans University of Scranton senior baseball players Chris Stallone and David Giglio were named first- and second-team Academic All-American by the College Sports Information Directors of American. Stallone the only first-team repeater on the college division team was honored for the third straight year. The college division is for players in Divisions II and III of the NCAA as well as the NAIA. Stallone had a cumulative grade point average of 3.95. He finished his four-year career with a 4.01 batting average. Giglio batted .371 in his career while posting a 3.67 GPA in history and political science.
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Sharkey added to elite field hockey team By JOE SOPRANO Times Leader sports editor
Kat Sharkey has been working a long time just to hear her name called as a member of the 2011 USA Women’s National Field Hockey squad. The worked paid off this May 27 when the Moosic resident was named by USA Field Hockey to the squad. “I’m so happy to have made the team,” the 2008 Wyoming Seminary graduate said. “I’ve been striving for this since I was in seventh grade. “I’m happy that all my hard work has finally paid off.” Sharkey was one of five players added to the team, along with 23 returnees. Sharkey earned her selec-
tion with a fine showing in the Women’s National Championship, a tournament for 102 top playSharkey ers that served as a tryout for the national team. One person not surprised that Sharkey made the team is her former coach at Wyoming Seminary, Karen Klassner. “I’m really excited for her,” said Klassner. “A lot of people felt she should have been on the team even before this.” Klassner added that Sharkey’s stick play and speed
make her a dangerous player, but it’s her “nose for the goal” that makes her a really special player. That was evident at the tournament in Washington, D.C. where Sharkey had no problem finding the back of the net. “Sharkey being the leading goal scorer at the tournament proves that she can play at the senior level,” said USA Women’s National Team Head Coach Lee Bodimeade. Being on the team put Sharkey in position to be selected for the 2012 Olympic team, which will compete in the London Games next year. The final Olympic team will be selected from the players on the
national squad. Sharkey isn’t looking that far ahead, however. “I think the goal of every single girl on the National Team is to make the Olympic team,” Sharkey said. “But I’m just going to bring my best in training and be the best I can be every day.” Sharkey will enter her senior season at Princeton this fall where she has shown her ability to score goals. She scored 33 goals and added eight assists for 74 points last season while being named the Ivy League player of the year. She also set Princeton records for goals and points in a single season and added seven game-winners.
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struck out six. Noah Laske gave Scranton its early lead by driving in two runs with the last of the Knights’ three third-inning singles. CLASS AAA West Scranton knocked off top-seeded Lackawanna Division 2 champion Valley View, 7-4, in the semifinals but was no match for defending champion Tunkhannock in its first district championship game appearance in 40 years. “We’ll try to take something positive from this,” West Scranton coach Paul McGloin said. “It shows we can get to this point. “Now, we have to find a way to get past it.” The Invaders made it to two championship games this season, including a playoff loss to Scranton for the Lackawanna Division 1 title. “We worked our tails off all year,” McGloin said. “To go play in two championship games and get shut out in both is embarrassing. “We had a streak of 40-plus games where we were not shut out.” West Scranton’s James Dunning singled with two out in
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Tunkhannock’s Michael Papi swings during Thursday’s 10-0 Class AAA win over West Scranton.
ON DECK Old Forge plays Monday at 4:30 p.m. at Connell Park against District 4 champion Muncy.
the second, but Mike Healey retired the next 13 batters to complete a one-hitter. Kyle Custer led off the bottom of the first by ripping a 2-1 pitch just inside the pole down the right-field line for a solo homer. Custer also scored in the second and third innings as Tunkhannock opened a 9-0
lead. The Tigers took advantage of three walks in the five-run second. The Invaders had a much better start in the semifinal, opening a 4-0 lead after 2 ½ innings then holding off a Valley View rally. CLASS AA Bryan Mathers led LakeLehman with five RBI in the final. Mathers tripled in three runs in the second and singled in two more in the sixth.
Holy Redeemer had knocked out the last Lackawanna League contender in the class with Tuesday’s 5-3 victory over Dunmore. Dunmore led, 3-0, after 1 ½ innings but Christian Choman and Pat Condo held the Bucks hitless over the final five innings as the Royals rallied. Kyle Giumento had two hits and drove in two runs for Dunmore. RICK NOTARI also contributed to this report.
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Riverside’s Corey Talerico, the Class A Player of the Year, is one of the Vikings’ five players on the County roster for the 2011 Dream Game.
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Lassiter. James Fruehan, a secondteam Class AAA all-state defensive back who was also a 1,000-yard rusher, leads the Abington Heights contingent. The Comets had an unbeaten regular seasonand won both the LFC Division 1 and District 2 Class AAA titles. They are also represented by quarterback/defensive back/ punter Mike Beamish, guard/ defensive end Kevin Kilpatrick, two-way tackle Josh Snyder and tackle/defensive end John Paul Abda. Lakeland’s LFC Division 2 champions are led by two-way tackle Matt Boyarsky, a second-team Class AA all-state See DREAM, Page 43
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The players who participate in the 77th annual Scranton Lions Club Dream Game will be far more evenly distributed among schools than usual, according to preliminary rosters for the games. Rosters from game chairman Nick Parise on Friday showed eight different schools – all from Lackawanna County – with five players each on the rosters for the game. The Dream Game, which benefits programs for the prevention of blindness, features graduating high school football players from Lackawanna Football Conference schools. Riverside, Abington Heights, Lakeland and Old Forge each
have five players on the County roster while Dunmore, North Pocono, Scranton Prep and West Scranton have five on the City roster. Class A state Player of the Year Corey Talerico, a quarterback/defensive back, is one of three first-team, all-state players representing Riverside’s state finalists. Talerico passed for 1,995 yards and 30 touchdowns while running for 1,044 yards and 16 touchdowns for the Vikings. Tight end/linebacker Skylar Lavage and tackle/defensive end Alex Pucilowski were also first-team, all-state choices. Riverside’s other players are wide receiver Tommy Armillay and fullback/linebacker Paul
West Scranton quarterback Tyler Hughes, left, is one of five Invaders on the City team.
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Arcure says tough season will be motivation ON CAMPUS BILL ARSENAULT It was one of those seasons for William & Mary baseball player Steve Arcure. Arcure, from Clarks Summit (Scranton Prep), had to sit out the early part of the season with an injury. Arcure But the 5foot-10, 170-pounder had a solid finish and ended up playing 36 games and starting 29 for the Tribe, who finished 26-29 overall and 16-14 in the Colonial Athletic Association. Arcure hit .271 (32-for-118) with six doubles and a triple. He had eight RBI and 18 runs scored. In the field, he didn’t make an error on 35 chances. Last season as a sophomore, Arcure hit .339 (63-for-186) with 41 RBI. He was named to the AllCAA second team. “Stephen was behind the eight ball all season after joining the team late,” coach Frank Leoni said. “However, he hung in there and played hard all the way to the finish.” Arcure feels something has come out of the season. “This past season, although disappointing, will serve as better motivation than any season I’ve experienced,” he said. “We had a great group of guys and several were rewarded for their good season, but for the most part we needed to play our best more consistently.” Leoni is looking forward to Arcure’s play next season. “I believe Steve will get off to a better start,” he said. “And, in turn, I do believe he will make a difference in our lineup.” Arcure agrees. “Next season I fully expect to exceed my expectations,” he said. SCHEDULE HURT ROSENCRANCE Freshman Joel Rosencrance (Holy Cross) pitched in just seven games and picked up just two hits in three at-bats at the plate for the East Stroudsburg base-
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Prep graduate Stephen Arcure said a late personal start and losing season with William & Mary will be his motivation for success next year. He batted .271 this year, including six doubles, a triple, eight RBIs and 18 runs scored.
ball team. “Joel had a very solid freshman campaign,” coach John Kochmansky said. “His innings and at-bats were held back due to the cancellation of so many mid-week games. He is a very hard worker and has a very high baseball IQ. He has a very bright future with the Warriors.” The 6-foot-5, 225-pound righthander had a 6.17 earned run average. He worked 11.2 innings and gave up 18 hits and nine runs, eight earned. He walked seven and struck out 10. The Warriors finished 27-20 overall and 11-13 in the PSAC
East. The team earned a berth in the NCAA Division II Tournament and finished 2-2 after losing 4-2 to Mercyhurst in an elimination game. CORNACCHIONE CHIPS IN The Middlebury men’s track team captured the Distance Medley Relay at the recent New England Small College Athletic Conference Championships, and sophomore Louis Cornacchione (Scranton Prep) had a big performance in the effort. “Louis ran a very strong leg on the winning DMR at the league meet,” coach Martin Beatty
said. “His leg moved us up from fifth position to first and we held on to that position.” Cornacchione ran the second leg as the team defeated 10 others in a time of 10:31.31. He also runs the 400 meter hurdles for the Panthers. He finished eighth in the NESCAC meet and followed that by finishing 15th in the New England Division III Championships – both in a time of 56.55. He finished 17th in 56.58 at the ECAC Division III Championships. ROSSI COMES UP BIG Senior Drew Rossi (Valley
View) had a solid season with the Mitchell baseball team. The 5-foot-10, 150-pound second baseman hit .333 (42for-126) with 15 doubles, 18 RBI and 23 runs scored. In the field, he made three errors on 161 chances (.981). In New England Collegiate Conference play, he hit .387 (24-for-62) and didn’t make an error on 80 chances in the field. That earned him a NECC All-League honorable mention. The Mariners finished 23-11-1 overall and were 14-4 in NECC See ARSENAULT, Page 43
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Old Forge plays at 2 p.m. Monday at Lebanon Valley College against District 3 champion Greenwood. Valley View plays at noon Monday at Bloomsburg University against District 4 champion Jersey Shore
win over Milton Thursday. The Cougars rolled into the district final with a 6-1, homefield victory over Berwick Tuesday. Jacqui Rossi had singles her first three times up and drove in two runs to lead the Valley View offense. Santarelli had a single, double and two runs scored. Leadoff hitter Liz Aniska, who combined with MollyAnn Mecca to rank as the team’s top two hitters during the season, also scored twice. The Cougars took a 4-0 lead with two runs each in the third and fourth innings. Maura Santarelli had an RBI single in the third inning. CLASS AA Elk Lake used two runs in the bottom of the seventh to defeat
defending state champion Nanticoke, 2-1, in a battle of unbeatens in Thursday’s final at Marywood. Winning pitcher Brooke Darling, who had six of her nine strikeouts over the final three innings, led off the bottom of the seventh with a double to the leftfield fence. Freshman Casey Tyler tripled over the right fielder’s head to score Darling, then eventually scored the game-winning run on an infield error. Nanticoke had reached the district final by eliminating Riverside, 6-1, in Tuesday’s semifinals. Winning pitcher Sarah Bertoni went 3-for-4 and drove in two runs. Abby Wzorek had two hits for the Lady Vikes. CLASS AAAA Wallenpaupack technically gave the Lackawanna League a sweep of District 2 championships, although it lost, 1-0, to District 4 member Williamsport in the combined District 2-4 championship.
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That left it up to Valley View’s Gaby Santarelli to use her speed to provide the Cougars with a1-0 victory. Santarelli drew a oneout walk in the first inning, stole second and third base and scored on a wild pitch. “We were excited to get one run, but we knew playing a quality team that we still had to play seven innings,” Valley View coach E.J. Weston said. With the wind blowing in, the pitchers dominated. “We knew that runs were going to be at a premium,” Weston said, “especially against a great pitcher in Kristan Baker.” Valley View advances to the state tournament where it will open with District 4 champion Jersey Shore for the second straight year. Jersey Shore picked up the first of three straight one-run victories, 1-0, on the way to the state final last year. The Bulldogs returned to the state tournament with a 4-0
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Valley View players celebrate after defeated Dallas for the championship title, 1-0, Thursday evening in Throop.
Kristan Baker of Dallas delivers a pitch during Thursday’s championship game against Valley View at Mid Valley High School in Throop.
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choice on defense. The other Chiefs on the County team are fullback/linebackers Al Tuzze and Derrick Hanley, guard/defensive end Derek Fron and two-way end Steve Munley. Old Forge has wide receiver/safety Conner Fultz, offensive lineman/linebacker Brandon Souryavong, running back/linebacker Michael Tagliaferri and two-way end Michael Matisko on the team along with honorary selection Kiel Eigen, who remained with the Blue Devils despite being unable to play in high school after sustaining a serious injury on the field. Valley View has four players on the County, including second-team Class AAA all-state defensive lineman Tyler Havrilak. The other Cougars are twoway tackle Jamie Rowe and wide receiver/defensive backs Greg Simonetti and Joe Browning. Western Wayne also has four players on the County. Lackawanna Trail and Carbondale have three each, Mid Valley has two and Honesdale has one. Center/defensive lineman Michael Buck, two-way tackle Tucker Vail and wide receiver/safety Chris Dixon are the Lackawanna Trail players. Carbondale is represented by wide receiver/defensive
play. The team earned an NCAA Division II Tournament berth but saw the season end with a 3-1 loss to Cortland and a 10-1 loss to Brockport in the double elimination Regionals.
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backs Carmen Carachilo and Michael Torch and lineman Anthony Degrazio. Quarterback/defensive back Chris Washo and two-way tackle Mike Chaput are Mid Valley’s selections. The county will be coached by Lackawanna Trail’s Steve Jervis. Nick Donato of Scranton Prep is the City coach. Donato will have wide receiver Cory Curmaci, running back John Mariotti, two-way end Pat Murray, quarterback George Pachucy and lineman Mike Walker from his own
Evans was quick to point to Denver, which is home to a team in the National Lacrosse League. Denver now typically draws 10,000 to 15,000 fans a game, according to Evans, despite not having a lacrosse presence before getting an NLL team. “The reality is that lacrosse is the fastest growing sport for a reason,” Evans said. “It’s a ton of fun to play. It’s fun to watch. And it’s not difficult to understand. “Not many sports can lay claim to all three of those.” Jennings and Evans hope the league can cash in on drawing the top lacrosse players from
team. Dunmore has tight end/linebacker Ben Goldman, wide receiver/defensive back Morgan Holmes, fullback/defensive back Jimmy Pichariello and linemen Jerry Hubshman and Joe Sabia on the team. Quarterback Tyler Hughes, receiver/linebacker Ray Dominguez, two-way end Tim Langan and linemen Ian Lotz and Tyrek Mathews were the West Scranton players selected. North Pocono will be represented by wide receiver/linebacker Nick Bell, wide receiver/defensive back Frankie De-
the United States to the league, noting that the already established National Lacrosse League is made up of primarily Canadian players. “Right now the National Lacrosse League, 90 percent of their players are Canadian,” Jennings said. “There is an abundance of players that are dying to play that don’t have an opportunity to play.” Fans interested in getting tickets to games can already purchase season tickets. Tickets can be purchased at www.wbslacrosse.com. Prices range from $112 to $248 for the eight-game home season. What will fans get for their
Pietro, two-way end Christopher Isbitski, two-way tackle Peter Calderone and fullback/linebacker Greg Sporko. LFC Division 3 champion Susquehanna has four players on the team, along with three each from Montrose and Delaware Valley. Scranton has end Gary Brower and lineman Jesse Wilson Kellogg on the team, along with linemen Kevin Watson and Pat Watson from Holy Cross. Wallenpaupack also has two players on the team.
money? Evans said a lot of fun in a quick-paced, two-hour game with plenty of scoring and plenty of loud music. “It’s a whirlwind,” he said. Jennings said the team’s business model calls for the club to draw about 2,000 fans a game. “We like the market,” said Jennings, who signed a lease with the arena that will run through the 2016 season. “We think people will come out and watch it. We think we can build it. We think it’s something that can be built over the next five years.” Joining Jennings in the ven-
ture are: Joe DeLuca, a partner in a New York-based integrity risk management firm; Anthony “Chip” Santye, a managing partner in a New Jersey accounting and consulting firm; Dr. Jack Manzella, of the Lehigh Valley; Aaron Musselman, an Allentown area businessman; Tom Cataldo, a lawyer from Morris Plains, N.J.; and Ron Costello, an insurance professional. “You will see a product with the best U.S. lacrosse players in the country here,” Jennings said. Now if they can just do something about getting some opponents and a name.
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nounced in the coming weeks, Evans said. Evans didn’t seem concerned that Northeastern Pennsylvania isn’t exactly a hotbed of lacrosse. “I think the misconception is that professional indoor lacrosse can only be successful in markets where lacrosse is already tremendously popular,” said Evans, who has served as president of the NBA’s developmental league for six seasons.
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Connor Fultz of Old Forge is tackled by Mid Valley’s Chris Rebar last fall. Fultz makes up part of the County roster for the 2011 Dream Game.
FOUR HELP MARYWOOD Four Scranton area athletes earned Colonial States Athletic Conference honors for their play with the Marywood softball team this spring. Junior Kaitlyn Brennan (Riverside) earned second-team honors after she hit .313 (41for-131) with two doubles and a team-high 10 home runs and 45 RBI. She also scored 29 runs. Junior Ashley Dommes (West Scranton), sophomore Shawna Sandy (Scranton High) and freshman Alexandra Stine (Valley View) all earned honorable mention. Dommes hit .323 (32-for-99) with eight doubles, six home runs, 37 RBI and 14 runs scored. Sandy hit .365 (31-for-85) with 11 doubles, two triples and three home runs. She also had 23 RBI and 21 runs scored. Stine batted .372 (35-for-94) with 10 doubles, five home runs, 23 RBI and 18 runs scored. Junior Melissa Brodt (West Scranton), sophomore Kaitlin Jones (North Pocono) and freshman Courtland Davis (Scranton High) also saw action with the team as part-time starters and in reserve action. The Pacers finished 22-17 overall and 15-7 in the CSAC.
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CHEVROLET 06 CORVETTE CONVERTIBLE
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CHRYSLER `02 PT CRUISER Inferno Red, flame
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100 point Concours quality restoration. Red with black fenders. Never Driven. 0 miles on restoration. RARE! $40,000 $38,000 $36,500
1954 MERCURY MONTEREY WOODY WAGON 100 point restoration. $130,000 invested. 6.0 Vortec engine. 300 miles on restoration. Custom paint by Foose Automotive. Power windows, a/c, and much more! Gorgeous Automobile! $75,000 $71,000 $69,900
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FORD `04 MUSTANG Mach I, 40th
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INFINITI `05 G35
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HYUNDAI 03 ELANTRA 4 cylinder,
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PONTIAC 69 FIREBIRD 400 CONVERTIBLE Blue/white top & white interior. Recent documented frame-off restoration. Over $31,000 invested. will sell $21,500. 570-335-3127
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PORSCHE `02 BOXSTER S Great convertible,
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TOYOTA 07 CAMRY LE 4 cylinder sedan, automatic $16,855
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VOLVO `01 XC70
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VOLVO 04 XC70
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CADILLAC `80 COUPE DEVILLE Excellent condition, $3,000 located in Hazleton. 570-454-1945 or 561-573-4114
CHEVROLET `72 CHEVELLE
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FORD `66 Mustang Coupe.
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LINCOLN `88 TOWN CAR 61,000 original
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MERCEDES BENZ `74 450 SE
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OLDSMOBILE `68 DELMONT DRASTICALLY
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Motorcycles
HARLEY DAVIDSON 10 SPORTSTER 1200
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HSoft ARLEY DAVIDSON 80 riding FLH. King of the Highway! Mint original unrestored antique show winner. Factory spot lights, wide white tires, biggest Harley built. Only 28,000 original miles! Never needs inspection, permanent registration. $8,500 570-905-9348
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YAMAHA `04 V-STAR 1100 Custom. 5800
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YAMAHA `97 VIRAGO 750cc. 8,000 miles,
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YAMAHA 07 650 V-STAR
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YAMAHA` 08 R1 BEAUTIFUL BIKE Perfect condition.
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SUNLINE `06 SOLARIS
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TRAVEL TRAILER 33 ft
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BUICK `05 RENDEZVOUS CX HARD TO FIND!!
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DODGE `05 GRAND CARAVAN Tan 54,000 miles,
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CHEVR0LET`02 EXPRESS
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570-674-3901
CHEVROLET `05 TRAILBLAZER LT Black/Grey. 18,000
miles. Well equipped. Includes On-Star, tow package, roof rack, running boards, remote starter, extended warranty. $16,000 (570) 825-7251
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CHEVROLET `09 EQUINOXmileage, LS Low
16,000 miles, automatic, all-wheel drive, 4 door, antilock brakes, air conditioning, air bags, power locks, power windows, power mirrors, cruise control, AM/FM radio, Sirius radio, On-Star, cassette player, CD player, keyless entry, rear defroster, rear windshield wiper, tinted windows. REDUCED PRICE $16,500. (570) 954-9333 Call after 9:00 a.m.
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CHEVY 00 ASTRO CARGO VAN Automatic, V6
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CHEVY `05 EQUINOX
LT (premium package), 3.4L, 47,000 miles. All wheel drive, power moonroof, windows, locks & seats. Leather interior, 6 cd changer, rear folding seats, keyless entry, onstar, roof rack, running boards, garage kept. $14,750. 570-362-1910
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CHEVY `94 GLADIATOR
Custom Van. 67K miles. Interior has oak wood trim, carpeting, storage areas, TV, rear seat convertible to double bed, curtains. Seats 7. Power windows & seats. Custom lighting on ceiling. New exhaust system. New rear tires. Recently inspected. Excellent condition. $4,200 or best offer. Call 570-655-0530
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CHEVY 04 SUBURBAN LT
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FORD `99 E250
1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park
CHRYSLER 00 TOWN & COUNTRY
Automatic, V6 CD, Leather Very Nice Van! $3,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377
1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park
DODGE 06 DAKOTA QUAD CAB SLT 4X4 Automatic, CD
Tool Box Like New! $8,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377
DODGE `94 DAKOTA with cap. 1 owner,
garage kept, very good condition. Many extras including lift & back seat. 29 MPG gas. $4,000 or best offer (570) 868-0944
DODGE `97 RAM
1500 LARAMIE MARK 3
82,000 miles, automatic, chrome step up and mirrors & leather interior. Good Condition. Drums Area. $4,500 401-524-9763
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FORD 96 F-250 4X4 Automatic, V8
Sharp,clean Truck! $3,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377
1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park
FORD 97 F-150 4X4
Automatic, 4.2L V6, AC Economical Work Truck! $4,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377
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FORD 97 F-250 4X4
Automatic, 4.6L V8, AC 87,000 miles Clean Work Truck! $5,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377
FORD `03 EXPLORER Low mileage,
63,500 miles, automatic, all-wheel drive, 4 door, anti-lock brakes, air conditioning, air bags, power locks, power windows, power mirrors, power seats, all power, cruise control, AM/FM radio, CD changer, keyless entry, leather interior, sun/ moon roof, rear defroster, rear windshield wiper, tinted windows. $12,500. (570) 362-0938
FORD `04 FREESTAR Automatic, front
wheel drive, 4 door, anti-lock brakes, air bags, power locks, power windows, power mirrors, power seats, cruise control, AM/FM radio, CD player, rear defroster, rear windshield wiper, tinted windows, new starter, just inspected, $3,900. 570-594-4992. Call after 4:30 p.m.
FORD `06 EXPLORER 78,400 miles, auto-
matic, four wheel drive, 4 door, antilock brakes, air conditioning, air bags, power locks, power windows, power mirrors, power seats, cruise control, AM/ FM radio, CD changer, DVD player, keyless entry, leather interior, moon roof, rear defroster, rear windshield wiper. $16,000 (570) 954-5462 Call after 9 a.m.
Wheelchair Van 78,250 miles. Fully serviced, new battery, tires & rods. Seats 6 or 3 wheelchairs. Braun Millennium lift with remote. Walk up door. Front & rear A/C. Power locks & windows. Excellent condition. $7,500. 570-237-6375
GMC `99 SUBURBAN
Champagne exterior, leather interior, power windows & locks, 4 wheel drive. $4,850. Call for condition and known issues. 570-362-4080
GMC `99 TRUCK SLE PACKAGE
2 wheel drive 84,000 original miles $5,900. or best offer 570824-3096
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HONDA `10 ODYSSEY
Special Edition. Maroon, Fully loaded. Leather seats. TV/DVD, navigation, sun roof plus many other extras. 3rd seat . Only 1,900 Miles. Brand New. Asking $37,000 (570) 328-0850
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INTERNATIONAL 95
DUMP TRUCK Refurbished, rebuilt engine, transmission replaced. Rear-end removed and relubed. Brand new 10’ dump. PA state inspected. $12,900/best offer. 570-594-1496
1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park
JEEP 99 GRAND CHEROKEE
6 cylinder, automatic, sunroof, CD Excellent runner! $4,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377
JEEP `00 WRANGLER
78,500 miles, 6 cylinder automatic, hard & soft tops. Well maintained. Many new parts. Adult driven only. Kelly Blue Book $10,400, Asking $8,400. 570-704-8730
1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park
MAZDA 04 TRIBUTE LX
Automatic, V6 Sunroof, CD 1 owner Extra Clean! $5,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377
MAZDA 08 TRIBUTE Utility, 4WD $18,655
JEEP `02 GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO
560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924
MERCEDES BENZ 06 R350 CLASS WAGON
4Matic, 3rd row, power tailgate $21,960
2 door, automatic, leather, sky roof, boost cd, fogs $19,945
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SUZUKI `07 XL-7 56,000 miles,
automatic, all-wheel drive, 4 door, air conditioning, all power, CD player, leather interior, tinted windows, custom wheels, $13,000 Call 570-829-8753 Before 5:00 p.m.
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FREIGHTLINER ’97 MIDROOF 475 CAT & 10 speed transmission. $12,000 FREIGHTLINER ’99 CONDO 430 Detroit, Super 10 transmission. Asking $15,000. ‘88 FRUEHAUF 45’ with sides. All aluminum, spread axle. $6,500. 2 storage trailers. 570-814-4790
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TOYOTA `06 TACOMA
Automatic, V6, TRD, Sport Package, 4x4, 45K miles, Excellent condition. $18,900 (973) 906-9311
TOYOTA 08 MATRIX 1 Owner
4 cylinder, automatic, Only 9,800 miles $18,875,880
MINI 08 COOPER
560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924
matic, four wheel drive, 4 door, antilock brakes, air conditioning, air bags, power locks, power windows, power mirrors, power seats, cruise control, AM/FM radio, cassette player, CD changer, leather interior, sun roof, rear defroster, rear windshield wiper, new Passed inspection, new battery. $2,500 (570) 868-1100 Call after 2:00 p.m.
MERCURY 09 MILAN
JEEP `07 WRANGLER X 4x4, stick shift, soft
V6, Low Miles $14,880
MITSUBISHI `95 MONTERO SR 4WD 177,102 miles, auto-
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Triple black, economical 6 cylinder. 4x4 select drive. CD, remote door opener, power windows & locks, cruise, tilt wheel. 108k highway miles. Garage kept. Super clean inside and out. No rust. Sale price $6,895. Scranton. 570-466-2771
top. Red exterior, well maintained, garage kept. 11,500 miles, one owner. AC, CD player, cruise control. Tow package with cargo carrier. Excellent condition. $18,700 Call 570-822-9680
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Moon Roof $17,875
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HYUNDAI `05 TUCSON 61,000 miles, auto-
matic, four wheel drive, 4 door, antilock brakes, air conditioning, air bags, power locks, power windows, cruise control, AM/FM radio, cassette player, CD player, keyless entry, sun/ moon roof, rear defroster, rear windshield wiper, new towing package, auto start. $10,000 (570) 762-4543
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CLERICAL POSITION
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Accounting/ Finance
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE/
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE ASSISTANT
Local manufacturer in need of Accounts Receivable/Accounts Payable Assistant responsible for applying accounts receivable, assist with accounts payable, & perform several analytical & administrative functions. Must possess Microsoft Excel, Word, and AS400 skills. A comprehensive benefit package which includes medical, dental, life, 401K available. Interested candidates reply to: American Silk 75 Stark Street Plains, PA 18705 Attention: HR
BUSINESS ANAL YST Sundance Vacations is one of the fastest growing travel companies!! Come be a part of the excitement!! We are currently seeking a Business Analyst for our Accounting Department. The ideal candidate will be extremely proficient with Excel. Experience with Finance & Accounting is preferred. Primary responsibiliincludes loan ty portfolio analysis. Candidate must be detail oriented and able to multi-task. Competitive Pay Travel Benefits, Health Insurance 401k, paid vacation
Please call 877-808-1158 or email resume to hr@sundance vacations.com
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SECRETARY/ RECEPTIONIST Professional office,
Exeter. Two parttime positions, some evening hours, no weekends. Billing experience a plus. Email resume: fangelellapsyd @yahoo.com
Part Time Customer Service office position requiring strong organizational and multitasking skills. A strong attention to detail, extensive data entry, & a good phone personality are required. General hours are Monday-Friday 9:00am– 2:00pm but candidates must be flexible enough to cover for vacations & business meetings. Starting wage will reflect experience. Apply at Leggett & Platt Inc. 1655 Sans Souci Parkway, WilkesBarre, PA 18706. (570) 824-6622 Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action Employer
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Education/ Training
MIDDLE SCHOOL ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL Applications are being accepted for two (2) Middle School Assistant Principal positions in the Hazleton Area School District. The positions are fulltime, 12 month permanent positions in grades K to 8. Pennsylvania Elementary or Principal K – 12 certification is required, along with 10 years of successful teaching experience. Candidates must have knowledge of PA Academic Standards and datadriven instruction, teacher supervision and evaluation, student assessment and discipline and strong interpersonal skills. Experience working with a diverse student population is preferred. Applicants should send a letter of interest, resume, standard application, copies of certificate and Act 34, 151 and 114 clearances along with three (3) recommendation letters to Mr. Samuel A. Marolo, Superintendent, Hazleton Area School District, 1515 West 23rd Street, Hazleton, PA 18202. Deadline for applications is Friday, June 24, 2011. HASD is an EOE
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Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair
TRUCK MECHANIC
Opening for Experienced full time Truck Mechanic. Must Have Own Tools/PA Class 8 Inspection License a Plus. We Offer Top Wages & Benefits Package. Call For Interview and Ask for Jon: Falzone Towing Service, Inc. 271 N. Sherman St. Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702 570-823-2100
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IT/Software Development
PART TIME WEB SITE DESIGNER PRM, Inc. is looking for a qualified web designer to work 20-40 hours at their Old Forge, PA office. Qualifications are as follows: - Program Knowledge · Adobe Dreamweaver (Must) · Adobe Photoshop (Must) · Adobe Fireworks (Plus) · Adobe Flash (Plus) · Adobe Illustrator (Plus) - Must have both PC and Mac knowledge. - Must have experience with HTML / CSS - Skills with setting up hosting accounts, FTP of files, developing web pages from scratch, adapting web design templates, creating web design from scratch, ability to modify Word Press templates, create and modify monthly email newsletters, overall general webmaster duties to make minor or major changes to websites. - Ability to spot and improve an existing poorly optimized website, and make the necessary SEO improvements and make an optimized SEO friendly website. - Must be able to take direction but also be self sufficient and take initiative at the same time. - Balance needed of having a creative artistic eye, but also have speed for high production output. Please provide examples of web sites you have completed as well as the time frame that it took you to complete the project. (Example – www.abcdefg.com = 40 hours)
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Health benefits after 90 days, paid vacation, fitness membership, etc...salary commiserate with experience. Please Send Resume And Examples To: prminc14@aol.com
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Janitorial/ Cleaning
HOUSEKEEPER
Part Time (5-9 days bi-weekly) with benefits Perform day-to-day housekeeping and cleaning functions in a long term care facility. Must be willing to work every other weekend and every other holiday. Individualized orientation program. Competitive starting rates Vacation, Holiday and Personal Days Tuition Reimbursement Health insurance and Pension Plan Child Day Care on premises Apply on line at: https://home.eease. com/recruit/ ?id=549522 or Email – Meadowshr@ hotmail.com Meadows Nursing & Rehabilitation Center 55 West Center Hill Road Dallas PA 18612 e.o.e.
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Logistics/ Transportation
CDL-A DRIVER
Gas field/landscape drivers plus some hands on labor required. Operate dump trucks and load equipment on lowboy. Deliver to job site. Must operate skid steer excavator, hydro-seed truck, etc. Will plow in winter. Must have clean driving record and pass drug test. Call Harvis Interview Service @ 542-5330. Leave message. Will send an application. Or forward resume: varsity.harvis@ gmail.com Employer is Varsity, Inc. No walk-ins. EOE
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Logistics/ Transportation
DRIVERS Fanelli Brothers Trucking has established new and increased driver pay package and an increased sign on bonus. Due to additional business, Fanelli Bros. Trucking Co. is adding both regional and local drivers to our Pottsville, PA terminal operation. Drivers are home most nights throughout the week. Drivers must have 2-3 years of OTR experience, acceptable MVR and pass a criminal background check. The new pay package offers: • .38 cpm for qualified drivers • $1,500 sign on bonus • Paid vacations and holidays • Health/Dental/ Vision Insurance • 401K Plan Contact Gary Potter at 570-544-3140 Ext 156 or visit us at 1298 Keystone Blvd., Pottsville, PA
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PERSONAL CARE AIDES PART TIME 7-3 & 11-7 H.S. DIPLOMA OR GED REQUIRED
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RESTORATIVE AID 7-3 Shift, Full Time with benefits
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Part Time and Per Diem CNA s can apply on line at:
https://home.eease.com/recruit/?id=296360 * Individualized orientation program. * Competitive starting rates * Vacation, Holiday and Personal Days * Tuition Reimbursement * Health insurance and Pension Plan * Child Day Care on premises Meadows Nursing & Rehabilitation Center 55 West Center Hill Road, Dallas PA 18612 Email - Meadowshr@hotmail.com e.o.e.
566 Sales/Business Development
566 Sales/Business Development
Sales Representatives NEPA’s largest circulated print publication is looking for an experienced Sales Representatives to work in Hazleton/Luzerne County and Honesdale and Lackawanna County. Qualified individual will have at least two years outside business to business sales experience, will call on existing customers as well as securing new business. A sales assistant will assist in securing confirmed appointments but COLD CALLING IS REQUIRED! Position is $1,000.00 per month salary plus 20% commission. Benefits include health insurance, fitness membership & paid vacation.
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WE WANT YOU!
RESIDENTIAL CARE AIDES
Looking for caring, and compassionate people for Alzheimer’s assisted living facility. We are currently hiring resident care aides part time for all shifts, Must be a high school graduate, experience preferred. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. Apply within.
Keystone Garden Estates
100 Narrows Rd Route 11 Larksville, PA 18651
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People to share their lives with a child. Especially families with medical knowledge. Be a foster parent. FCCY 800-747-3807 eoe
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SECURITY Immediate openings for ACT 235 Armed Security Guards in the Pittston and Pocono areas. Full or Part Time. Call (800) 916-7501. www.LegionSecurity Services.com
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600 FINANCIAL 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.
Dedicated Account Drivers $62K Annually Affordable Medical Plan options with Eligibility First Day of Employment. Co-Driver Positions Home Weekly and Every Weekend Automotive Industry Gouldsboro PA (Scranton Metro)
TeamOne a National Logistics Organization is currently recruiting for dedicated account Team Drivers for their new facility that will begin operation in mid June 2011. These fully benefited positions are well compensated. The route drivers will be delivering auto parts to dealerships throughout the Eastern portion of the US. Qualified candidates should be 23 years of age and possess a valid CDL A drivers licenses with a minimum of two years OTR verifiable experience. Candidates must possess an acceptable BI and MVR. Drivers must possess doubles and Haz Mat endorsements. TeamOne offer a competitive salary and affordable benefits inclosing choice of medical plans, dental, vision, 401K, etc. Interested candidates can call 866-851-9902 to set up an interview. TeamOne is an equal opportunity Employer M/F/H/V
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Air Conditioners
AIR CONDITIONER, Whirlpool, 6000 BTU, Energy Efficient. $70. (570) 868-6018 AIR CONDITIONER: Haier 9000 BTU portable with dehumidifier function capability, remote & manual. $150. 570-864-2677 AIR CONDITIONER: window, 5,000 BTU with remote control. $75. 570-675-0248
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Logistics/ Transportation
Growth Creates Opportunity...Start A New Career! HIRING EXPERIENCED FORKLIFT OPERATORS AND PRODUCTION WORKERS ALL SHIFTS XLC Services, LLC (Logistics) is seeking experienced forklift operators & Inexperienced candidates with great employment history to work at their Mehoopany, PA location. The following skills are necessary for these positions: • High School Diploma/GED • Computer Skills • Valid Driver’s License • Criminal Background Check • Pass Pre-employment Drug Screen & Physical • Part-time position for experienced driver only. All full-time positions come with the following benefits: medical, 8 paid holidays, 401k after 1 year, and paid vacation. Pay increase based on skill development.
Every Tuesday & Thursday in June
at The Dept. Of Agriculture Building Rt. 92 South Tunkhannock from 9am to 3:30pm
Interested Applicants can Apply Online! www.XLCServices.com or Call 888-382-4078
Antiques & Collectibles
ANNIVERSARY BOOK of St. Mary;s Church Parish Pub. in 1974, Two copies $20. each. Also one of the most interesting books ever published. Richard Nixon’s Secret files, hundreds of letters & notes he wrote during his term in office over 600 pages $10. Call Jim 570-655-9474 ANTIQUE ice cream scoop wooden handle, over 100 years old. $35. 779-9464 COLLECTIBLE Seagram’s Mirror( great condition) 1908 Stanley Cup $50. or best offer. Call Mark at 570-301-3484 or Allison at 631-6635 DALE EARNHARDT SR. Diecast cars from Dale The Movie.1/24th.scale.li ke new in original boxes.Six Models from series. $150 570-833-2598 PHONOGRAPH: Realistic with 8 track and speakers. Includes records & tapes. $30 570-735-6167 YEARBOOKS: Coughlin H.S. 1926, 1928, 1932, 1937, 1940, 1961, 1963, 1942, 1943, 1944, 1949. G.A.R. H.S. 1934, 1935, 1936, 1937, 1945, 1946, 1951, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1961, 1965, 1966, 1970, 1980, 1985, 2005, 2006. Meyers H.S. 1935, 1936, 1937, 1938, 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945, 1946, 1960, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977. Kingston H.S. 1938, 1939, 1940, 1944, 1948, 1949. Plymouth H.S. 1930, 1931, 1932, 1933, 1938, 1943, 1944, 1959, 1960. Hanover H.S. 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1960. West Pittston H.S. Annual 1925, 1926, 1927, 1928, 1931, 1932, 1959. Luzerne H.S. 1951, 1952, 1956, 1957, 1959. Berwick H.S. 1952, 1953, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1960, 1967, 1968, 1969 ,1970. Lehman H.S. 1973, 1974, 1976, 1978, 1980. Nanticoke Area H.S. 1976, 2008. Dallas H.S. 1966, 1967, 1968. Bishop Hoban H.S. 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975. West Side Central Catholic H.S. 1965 1974, 1980, 1981. Westmoreland H.S. 1952, 1953 - 1954 G.A.R. H.S. 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976 Pittston H.S. 1936, 1951, 1954, 1963 Pittston Hospital School of Nursing, J.O.Y. of 1957, 1959 West Pittston H.S. 1950, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1960 Hazleton H.S. 1938, 1939, 1940, 1941, 1942, 1943, 1945, 1948, 1949, 1950, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1964 Hazle Twp H.S. 1951, 1952 570-825-4721
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Appliances
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Building Materials
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Exercise Equipment
WEIDER CROSS BOW GYM $200. 570-814-4056
GENE S RECONDITIONED APPLIANCES 60 Day Warranty Monday-Friday 8:00PM-5:00PM Saturday 8:00AM-11:00AM Gateway Shopping Center Kingston, PA
(570) 819-1966 MARGARITAVILLE, frozen concoction maker. Like new. $125. 570-288-9940 REFRIGERATOR Kenmore, almond, 21.6 cu. ft. with ice maker & filtered water $275. 570-868-6018 STOVE Sunbeam, electric, white, good shape $100. 570-696-3604 WASHER: Kenmore front load $200. good condition, 3.3 cu. ft. white. 570-825-7867
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Baby Items
BABY ITEMS: Newborn swing $50. Childcraft crib $75. Childcraft oak 4 drawer chest $100. Oak dresser combo changing table $100. Newborn-12 month clothing - girl $5. each. Toddler bumper for bed. $10. 570-825-0569 TODDLER ITEMS: Large crab sand box with lid $20; Jeep umbrella stroller, brown, $10; Child’s Flotation suits (2) $10 each; Little Tykes Slide $8; Hot Wheel $5; Outdoor Playhouse $20; Potty Chair, never used, $5. Call 570-899-6719 TOY STORY TODDLER BED, like new, barely used $30. 570-762-6414
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Building Materials
BATHROOM SINK SET: Gerber white porcelain bathroom sink with mirror and medicine cabinet. Matching set. $80. 570-331-8183 BAY WINDOW Anderson center Bay Window. $100. 570-825-5847 CONCRETE PATIO PAVERS. Most blocks are 6 1/8” x 6 1/8” x 2 1/2. There is at least 225+ square feet of pavers. Pavers removed for pool in backyard. $375. 474-9766 GAZEBO, 10’x12’. Sturdy PVC frame, weather resistant fabric, extra covering, white. Pd $800. Selling for $375. 570-735-0448
KITCHEN CABINETS & GRANITE COUNTERTOPS 10x10, 1 year old, Maple kitchen. Premium Quality cabinets, undermount sink. Granite tops cost over $12,000. Asking $3,890 570-239-9840
To place your ad call...829-7130 PATIO BRICK PAVERS (Size 2’’ x 4” x 8”) approximate 750 bricks Replacing with larger size $200. (2) Birch sliding closet doors (30” x 77”) $40. 570-881-3455
VENT PIPE (2) 5ft. lengths Type “B” gas vent pipe 6”. diameter. NEW $60. leave message. (570) 826-0076 WROUGHT IRON RAILING FOR TWO STEPS WITH MAPLE LEAF CENTERS. $200. 288-5628
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Carpeting
BERBER CARPET & pad (2) 12’x15’ approximate. new $100.570-540-6795
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Cemetery Plots/Lots
MEMORIAL SHRINE CEMETERY 6 Plots Available
May be Separated Rose Lawn Section $450 each 570-654-1596 ST. NICHOLAS’ CEMETERY, SHAVERTOWN 6 Plots. Can be divided. Near Entrance. $550 each. Call 570-675-9991
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Clothing
COAT - Ladies Black Persian Lamb with fur on collar. $50. 570-313-5213 HATS- Vintage Hats some furs in original boxes assorted styles call for more detail $40. 570-208-3888 JACKETS: black boys size 14, genuine Italian stone $25. each 868-6018 WOMEN’s shorts size 14 $3.50 each buy 2 get 1 free. Men’s short sleeve polo shirts size M & L $2.50 each, buy 2 get 1 free. 474-6967
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Computer Equipment & Software
TOWER: core panel Excellent Windows ery. $155,
HP Dual tower-flat monitor. condition. 7. Deliv905-2985
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Firewood
FIREWOOD, 5 truckloads. Cut, must be split. Poplar and Maple. $75. (570) 388-2388
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Furniture & Accessories
ANTIQUE DINING ROOM SET 9 pieces, good condition, $500. Also Antique clothes closet $50. call 570-287-4050 BUFFET Thomasville mahogany, 3 drawers, a silver drawer, side cabinets for dishes, $450. WICKER DRESSER, with matching mirror, night table, white $350. Both excellent condition. 570-592-4559 CEDAR CHEST $130. LIQUOR CHEST made from wood antique radio cabinet, 2 doors 5’ high $60. Antique toy carpet loom, wooded 2’x1’x1’ $30. 570-639-2780 CHAIRS: Pair of Early American chairs (1930’s), walnut legs, green tapestry fabric, mint condition $200. for the pair. LOVE SEAT & OTTOMON sand colored fabric, excellent condition $160. Call 570-8247807 or 570-5457006 9am-9pm CHEST OF DRAWERS, solid wood $150. 675-3328 COMPUTER DESK, corner, excellent condition, gray/light oak color $70. 570-868-6018 COUCH & Loveseat, light beige with blue & pink stripe, matching pillows, excellent condition. $375. TABLE - 41” round white top with wood trim, 4 chairs, yellow seats, wicker like, excellent condition $300. ENTERTAINMENT Unit, oak with glass doors, shelves & drawer. $75. (570) 287-2610 DESK, Secretary drop down top 3 drawers, pecan finish, excellent condition $100. 570-287-2517 DINING ROOM TABLE, round with leaf, oval, 4 chairs, light oak. Very good condition. $300. 570-823-7215 ENTERTAINMENT CENTER with Toshiba 27” TV. Excellent condition $350. 570-474-5277
GRANDFATHER CLOCK
Howard Miller, Paid $2200., Many features, Medium Oak Asking $1595. 570-472-4744
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Furniture & Accessories
HOME MEDIC complete with wax, liner bag sand extra box of wax. $25. 570-288-5628 LOVESEAT white wicker, good condition. $50 after 3pm 570-655-3197 PATIO PICNIC TABLE: 6 chairs. Table is light green chairs are dark green $125.00. 570-288-5628 PATIO SET - 36 in. diameter table and 4 chairs, wooden, foldable. Like New. $50. 570-824-0591 PATIO SET: 10 pieces to include: table, 6 reclining chairs with cushions, 2 ottomans, side table. Asking price is $75. Call Terry 570-823-9467 after 5:pm ROCKING CHAIR solid wood, high back with carved flowers on back, $45. Custom cushions with mallard ducks on fabric, $20. 4’ long wood sofa table, $40. 570-868-5275/ 570-301-8515 SOFA / 2 CHAIRS $300. 3 youth beds & dresser $350. 570-826-6095
To place your ad call...829-7130 STOOLS 2 padded all steel with padded backs. $15. 570-824-7314
TABLE SET: 3 piece; fruit wood finish: 1 coffee table 36 X 36 glass top. 1 end table 24 X 24 glass top. 1 end table 24 X 24 Octagon shape, lighted bottom curio with glass door. $100. 570-472-3641 TV ARMOIRE, 2 mission style TV armories to hold up to 36” TV. $50 each. DESK & chair, $20. BOOKSHELF, white, scalloped. $20. 570-657-1887 TV/STEREO ENTERTAINMENT CENTEr. 60W X 52H X 19D. TV space 32W X 34H. Storage on bottom and side. Adjustable shelves, glass door on front stereo storage. $100. 570-472-3641
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Jewelry
BRACELET: Chamilia authentic bangle style bracelet with 7 charms. All purchased at studio M designs in Kingston $200. 406-5350
752 Landscaping & Gardening BAGGER Craftsman 6 Bushel 2 bin hard bagger for 42” deck Originally $300. sell $75. 570-472-3888 MOWER; Murray riding lawn tractor 12.5 hp 40” cut, new battery, runs good industrial commercial engine $450. after 3pm 655-3197
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752 Landscaping & Gardening MOWER Toro Personal Pace, Model 20197, 2010 version, blade stop safety system, self propel, superior EZ lift bag, premium Honda GCV 160 engine retails for over $625. Asking $400. 570-654-9058 ask for Bob
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Medical Equipment
SCOOTER
Drive Medical Odyssey 4-Wheel, Blue, Front Basket, with battery, used less than 1 hour. Paid $1399. $1200. (570) 388-4095 WALKER 1 upright, 1 four prong cane, 1 commode support, 2 folding walkers one with front wheels. Items in excellent condition, $105. for all 570-825-2494
758 Miscellaneous AIR CONDITIONER Kenmore 8,000 BTU with remote. $80. 570-885-2222 AUTO SEAT COVERS, sheep skin, bucket style, cleaned sell both $75. 570-779-9464 BARREL, wooden. 53 gallon. Excellent condition $195. 570-876-3830 BICYCLES ladies Ross 26” $50. Boys & girls 20” $35. each. 570-822-4251 CHILTON & Motor Manuals for auto/ truck repair, ranging from 1960 to 1980. each $12. Truck door for 1973-1980 passenger side Dodge Pickup new, never used. $100. Pinto trailer hook for dump truck. $40. Radiator for 1950/ 54 model Chevy truck. $75. Tail Lights, new, for Ford dump or box truck, brackets included. 2 for $25. 570-823-6829
GARAGE SALE LEFT OVER ITEMS
AIR CLEANER Ionic pro $30. Roomba Sweeper $10. Shark sweeper $10. Picnic basket $20. GE icicle lights, 4 new boxes $12. 570-288-6067 GARAGE SALE LEFTOVER ITEMS Solid Oak sofa table & 2 end tables $50. Queen mattress & boxspring $40. Double mattress & boxspring $20 570-817-3332 George Foreman Lean Mean Grilling Machine - large two burner, electric indoor, used 3 times. $70. 570-474-6023
758 Miscellaneous GARAGE SALE LEFTOVER ITEMS Wrought Iron table with 4 chairs, black. $90. Powertec Workbench, bench rack system with preacher curl and leg extension accessories. $225 570-704-8121
GENERATOR: Household Genera-
tor, Briggs & Stratton, new in box, 7kw home standby, complete with manual transfer switch, runs on LP or natural gas, call after 5:00 pm $1850. (570) 388-4095 GLASS DOOR. 4 way glass door for bath tub. $25 570-331-8183 GOLF BALLS: “7 dozen, used , $10. 1 unopened 16oz doggie dooley digester & 1 opened 3/4 full, $5. for both 1 14lb bowling ball with brunswick bag $10. 1 brunswick bowling bag, $5. New Keson 100’ nylon coated measureing tape, $10.” New casement replacement window with screen, crank out, 29 1/2” x 21 1/4” $40. 570-822-0519 GRINDER: meat & vegetable grinder. Made by EBERLE. Heavy duty. Still in orIginal box. $15. 570-288-5628 Items in Garage for Sale, $.45-$45. or $900 for all. Moving. 570-735-1589 MOTORCYCLE: Battery powered electric motorcycle hardly used holds up to 130lbs, only $140. Porch swing hangs from chains good condition $125. Call after 3 pm (570) 881-4180 PUMPS 3 air quality pumps with tripods, environmental $25. OSTER FOOD PROCESSOR great for summer $35. VCR JVC like new with remote $25. 570-740-1392 SAFE DEPOSIT BOX Yale, 18”x13”. $100. 570-825-5847 WHEELS Toyota Scion 16” steel 5 lug wheels. Total of 4. Brand new. $180 570-287-1642
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Musical Instruments
PIANO console with bench ,just tuned, can deliver. $400. Call 570-474-6362
To place your ad call...829-7130 PIANO Kimball upright & bench $300. 826-6095
PIANO: Kimbell console, tuned and in great condition. comes with cushioned bench. $400. 570-497-9940
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Musical Instruments
VIOLIN Doreli Model 79 + more, new condition- barely used. Includes: soft case, brazil wood bow with horse hair & rosin, instruction book & violin maintenance DVD. $99. 570-947-6531
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Personal Electronics
CAMERA: Video, VHS JVC complete with case & extras, used once for wedding, new condition, paid $800. Sell for $100 or best offer. 570-779-9464
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Pools & Spas
POOL 21’ round x 56” deep, new liner, new cover, new pump, new filter complete with deck. $975. or best offer. 570-328-6767 SOLAR COVER for pool size 18x36, can be cut to smaller siZe, small cut one side. $35. 779-9464
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Restaurant Equipment
RESTAURANT EQUIPMENT
Bev Air 2 door refrigerator/ sandwich prep table, Model SP48-12, $1300. For details
Call 570-498-3616 RESTAURANT EQUIPMENT
SOMERSET TURN OVER MACHINE model SPM45, $500; ALSO, Bunn Pour Over Coffee Machine, Model # STF15, $225 For more info, call
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To place your ad call...829-7130 RESTAURANT EQUIPMENT
Somerset Dough Sheeter, Model CAR-100. Only 1 available. $1,500 Call for more info
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RESTAURANT EQUIPMENT
8x12 walk in cooler $2300; 8x8x10 walk in freezer $3800; Pizza oven with stones $2000; Stainless steel kitchen hood $3000; Stainless steel pizza oven hood $4000; bread pan rack $100; 2 soup warmers for $100; 2 door sandwich prep table $500. All equipment is sold as is. For more info, call
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776 Sporting Goods BACKBOARD, Basketball, fiberglass with rim and net. $20. WEIGHTLIFTING BARBELL, 60 lbs in weights, incline bench. $25. COTS, two camping cots. $25. 570-824-0591
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BASKETBALL HOOP; Great condition, asking $90. Call 570-331-8183
STEP LADDER Werner 16 ft 4 section folding aluminum $45. Shop Vac wet-dry Sears Craftsman with all attachments $40. Charcoal grill kettle type 24in diameter. $10. 570-690-8469
BIKE, 24” 10-speed bike. 2 brand new tires. Nice. $75 570-822-3364 BOW: Bear Grizzly Recurve Bow never used, 55#, KR91491, unstrung $175. 388-4095 GOLF SHOES. (2) men’s Nike.size 8 1/2 Gently worn. $25. each. 570-655-3420 PING PONG TABLE, $50. 570-825-5847 POOL TABLE American Heritage 7’ oak & slate Billiard table with blue cloth, includes wall rack, 4 cues & bridge. Excellent condition, buyer must move $899. 570-474-2206 SLEEPING BAG Coleman, non-allergenic cotton & polyester, washable, blue & red reversible, like new condition, $15. Call 570-709-3146. TENT: sears, sleeps 3-4 people with 2 lockers $50. hydroslide for boat tubing great condition $60. 570-208-3888
Tools
786 Toys & Games GAME TABLE 10 IN 1 Pool, hockey, basketball, etc. Approximate 4 X 6 - $45. 570-868-6018 LITTLE TYKES PLAY GYM, sliding board $40. 570-762-6414 POWER WHEELS by Fisher Price Cadillac Escalade with charger. Excellent condition. $150. 570-735-6672 Wii - white with 20 games, 2 controllers and 2 steering wheels. $200. CONSOLE - white, for Wii games. $20. 570-657-1887
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Video Game Systems/Games
MULTICADE 60-IN-1 ARCADE video game machine in great condition. Can be set to free play or use quarters. Delivery available. $700. 991-3544
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Televisions/ Accessories
DVD PLAYER Pioneer Model DV400V. Remote & HDMI cable included $50. SAMSUNG 37” LCD HDTV Model #LN37B650T1FXZA. 2 years old $300. Both perfect condition. 570-905-7521
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Tickets
TICKETS (2) Britney Spears & Nicki Minaj Concert. Section lower 121 row 26 seats 1&2, August 5th, IZOD Center in East Rutherford New Jersey. Selling face value $390. Will accept paypal/ postal money order only. 570-447-6720 TICKETS (2) Michael Buble concert, great seats close to stage, section 217 row a. Must sell $180 for the pair call 570-819-4951
To place your ad call...829-7130 TICKETS (2) to Senior Golf Tournament in Endicott, NY on 6/24 including Maroon 5 concert that follows $80 570-655-6770
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Tools
BUFFER Coleman Powermate new in box. ROUTER, Black & Decker 1.5 hp. $20 each. 570-288-9940
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CAT: Black Female Longhair, 7 years free to good home. Spayed and vaccinations up to date. 570-864-2602 FREE KITTENS, 3 months old. All shots, rabies tags. 1 black male, 1 orange/ white male 1 female calico, orange, white, gray CALL 477-1415 or 472-2002 KITTENS FREE 1 male dark gray with blue eyes, 1 male black & white, 1 female calico. Ready to go June 5th to indoor homes only. 570-762-1015 KITTENS Free 2 left both male 570-239-7344 KITTENS FREE to loving homes, litter trained & loveable, 10 weeks old. email fwallace8585 @yahoo.com
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Blue Nose Pits
3 females, 1 male. Parents on premises. Ready now. $300 each. (570)704-9898
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FORTY FORT
PAWS TO CONSIDER.... ENHANCE YOUR PET CLASSIFIED AD ONLINE Call 829-7130 Place your pet ad and provide us your email address This will create a seller account online and login information will be emailed to you from gadzoo.com “The World of Pets Unleashed” You can then use your account to enhance your online ad. Post up to 6 captioned photos of your pet Expand your text to include more information, include your contact information such as e-mail, address phone number and or website.
TRAMPOLINE FREE with safety guard. 570-406-3661
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Mastiff Puppies Registered and ready to go! Parents on premises. Blue & blue fawn. Vet Checked 570-617-4880
LAB PUPPIES
2 black males $175. Golden retriever/lab male $275. Yellow lab $275. Wormed 570-836-1090
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STANDARD POODLE PUPPIES
Almost ready to go! 5 wks old. Family Raised. 5 females & 3 males. All shoots & dewormed. $800/female; $700/male (570) 417-0577
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Pet Supplies
DOG CAGE extra large 41”x24”X28”. $75. 570-675-3328
Small ranch home. 2 bedroom, full basement, new roof. Large carport. Very low utility bills. 1 mile from Route 81. Asking $40,000. Call Nick 570-702-4077
HARVEY S LAKE
17 ONEONTA HILL FOR SALE BY OWNER Year Round Home! Spectacular View! Low Taxes!
DOG CRATE, wire, with plastic tray bottom. 24”x18”. $30. Call 570-814-9574
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.
BEAR CREEK VILLAGE 13 Hedge Road
20 year old Contemporary in prime location. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, large kitchen, unfinished basement, hardwood floors 1st floor and attached 2 car garage. Total electric. $265,000 (570) 472-9660
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Lots of off street parking, close to Grotto. Raised ranch with 2 car garage, 3 Bedrooms, 1 bath, living room, kitchen, large porch with lake view & bar. $142,500.
OPEN HOUSE COMING IN JUNE
Directions Left @ Grotto @ Stop sign make left, then quick right onto Oneonta Hill, 3rd House on right. CALL Dave @ 570-417-6661
HARVEYS LAKE
Lovely lake living. Welcome to the best of 2 worlds. #1: The amenities of lakefront properties - fishing, boating and a 2 story boat house (one of only 30 on the lake); #2: The serenity and privacy of tiered stone patios and lush gardens surrounding this classic 3,500 sq ft lake home perched high above Pole 306, Lakeside Drive. The views are spectacular from our 5 bedroom home with 2 stone fireplaces & hardwood floors throughout. Call for an appointment. We also welcome realtors. $799,000 570-639-2423
To place your ad call...829-7130 SWOYERSVILLE
POMERANIAN PUPS
Ready in 2 weeks, 2 female, 1 male. Parents on premises, shots & health checked. Taking deposits $385. 570-829-1735
SHIH-TZU PUPPIES
Parents on premises Shots Current. $550 - Shih-Tzus 570-401-1838
DALLAS SCHOOL DISTRICT For Sale By Owner
3 bedrooms, 1 3/4 bath, Tudor home. New central air, built in heated pool with new liner, hardwood and tile throughout, new 4 season room. Must see! Asking $249,900 Call 570-696-0695 570-371-8556
Immaculate 2 story, stone & vinyl. Large lot on cul-de-sac. 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths. Detached oversized 2 car garage with loft. Tile, hardwood, granite, central air. laundry/pantry & large family room with built in bar & fireplace on 1st floor. $276,900. 570-288-3256 570-406-2462
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PARDEESVILLE
NY FARM LIQUIDATION SALE! June 4!
738 PARDEESVILLE RD CORNER LOT
Single family built in 2005. 2.5 baths, two story with attached garage. Oil furnace with central air. 90 x 140 corner lot. Kitchen with center cooking island, dining room, raised ceiling with glass door entry & hardwood floor. Carpeting thru out home. Tiled kitchen and bath. Kitchen appliances included.
NICELY PRICED $219,900
Lender Owned Land/Farm Buildings - $69,900! Less than 3 hrs NY City. Gorgeous setting, views, stonewalls! FREE CLOSING COSTS! 888-793-7762 for free info packet! www.NewYork LandandLakes.com
PLAINS
38 & 40 Laurel St 2 blocks off River St. 50’W X 100’D. Nice Location. Utilities in place. $12,000 570-829-8529
915 Manufactured Homes
(570) 233-1993
WEST WYOMING
TOY TOWN SECTION
ASHLEY PARK
Laurel Run & San Souci Parks, Like new, several to choose from, Financing &Warranty, facebook.com/ MobileOne.Sales Call (570)250-2890
148 Stites Street
CHARMING BUNGALOW $74,500
650 sq. ft. On corner lot with 2 car garage. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, walk up attic & full heated basement, hardwood floors with three season room. Freshly painted & move in condition. 570-446-3254
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Newly built 3 bedroom home. 20-year no-interest mortgage. Must meet Wyoming Valley Habitat for Humanity eligibility requirements. Inquire at 570-820-8002
WILKES-BARRE Miners Mills
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FULLY FURNISHED 1 BEDROOM APT.
Short or long term Excellent Neighborhood Priv. Tenant Parking $750 includes all utilities. No pets. (570) 822-9697
Apartments/ Unfurnished
BEAR CREEK New furnished
3 room apartment Includes water, septic & most of the heat. No smoking & no pets. $750/ month. + security, references. Could be unfurnished. Call (570) 954-1200
To place your ad call...829-7130
HANOVER TOWNSHIP
SENIOR APARTMENTS
222 Schooley Ave. Exeter, PA
Accepting applications for 1 bedroom apartments. Quality 1 bedroom apartments for ages 62 and older. Income limits apply. Rent only $437 month. * Utilities Included * Laundry Facilities * On Site Management *Private parking Call for appointment 570-654-5733 Monday - Friday 8am-11am. Equal Housing Opportunity
HANOVER TOWNSHIP
Great location, 1 bedroom apartment in residential area, all utilities included. $600/month + security. 908-482-0335
Shopping for a new apartment? Classified lets you compare costs without hassle or worry! Get moving with classified! 72 E. W alnut St. 2nd floor, located in quiet neighborhood. Kitchen, living room, dining room, sun room, bathroom. 2 large and 1 small bedrooms, lots of closets, built in linen, built in hutch, hardwood and carpeted floors, fireplace, storage room, yard, w/d hookup and new stove. Heat and hot water incl. Available May 1. 1 yr. lease + security $900/month 570-406-1411
KINGSTON
E.Light, WALNUT ST. bright, 1st
floor, 2 bedrooms, elevator, carpeted, Security system. Garage. Extra storage & cable TV included. Laundry facilities. Heat & hot water furnished. Fine neighborhood. Convenient to bus & stores. No pets. References. Security. Lease. No smokers please. $840. 570-287-0900
3029 South Main St Very large 1st floor,
3 bedrooms, wall to wall carpet, central air, eat in kitchen with appliances. Off street parking. Washer /dryer hookup. Heat & cooking gas included. Tenant pays electric & water. $750 + security. No Pets. Call 570-814-1356
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KINGSTON
Rutter Ave. 1 bedroom 1st floor, large living room, neutral decor. Gas heat, water included. Off street parking. No pets. $420 plus security & lease. 570-793-6294
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Apartments/ Unfurnished
WILKES-BARRE
LARKSVILLE
Cute 3 bedroom apartment, just renovated, quiet neighborhood, no pets, washer/dryer hook-up, off-street parking, $515/ month + utilities & 1 month security. 845-386-1011
LEE PARK
Hanover Twp. 1st floor, living room, eat in kitchen, 2 bedroom, wall to wall, rear porch, washer & dryer. Water, garbage & sewer included. No pets. $450/month. 1st, Last, security, & References. 570-821-5694
PROFESSIONALLY MANAGED LUZERNE. Modern, made beautiful, 4 rooms complete, appliances include built-ins, laundry, colonial kitchen, courtyard, parking 1 car. NO PETS/NO SMOKING. 2 YEAR LEASE $595 + utilities, EMPLOYMENT/ VERIFICATION APPLICATION
AMERICA REALTY 570-288-1422
LUZERNE Cozy 1 bedroom,
2nd floor. Kitchen, living area. New flooring, private entrance, yard access. Off street parking. $440/mo. Water & trash included. Security & 1 year lease. No pets. Call (570) 760-5573
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NANTICOKE Deluxe 1 bedroom,
2nd floor apartment. Large bedroom & living areas, wall to wall carpet. Includes all appliances + washer / dryer. All electric. Must see. $425 + utilities, first/ last. No pets. 570-735-0525
WILKES-BARRE SOUTH SECURE BUILDINGS 1 & 2 bedroom
apartments. Laundry facility. Off street parking available. Starting at $440. 570-332-5723
WEST WYOMING
Available July 1st Large, modern 2nd floor 1 bedroom apartment. Living room & dining room with large eat in kitchen. Deck. Heat & water included. No pets. $600 + security. Call 570-693-9339
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WILKES-BARRE
3 bedroom, washer dryer hookup, off street parking. 2nd & 3rd floors. No pets. $525/month + security & utilities. Call 570-822-7657
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Apartments/ Unfurnished
WILKES-BARRE
Charming, Victorian 2 bedroom 3rd floor apartment. Partially furnished. 34 West Ross St. View at houpthouse.com Most utilities included with rent. Historic building is non smoking and pet free. Base rent: $700. Security & References required. Call Vince: 570-762-1453
To place your ad call...829-7130
WILKES-BARRE NORTH
9 E. Chestnut St. 1 bedroom, wall /wall carpet, fresh paint. Eat-in kitchen, stove & fridge included. Front porch & shared backyard. Heat & hot water included. Tenant pays electric & cooking gas. $500/month + security. Call (570)814-1356
971 Vacation & Resort Properties
Mayflower Crossing Apartments 570.822.3968 - 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
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Commercial Properties
COMMERCIAL SPACE KINGSTON FOR RENT 620 Market St.
Newly Renovated Prime Space. 1,250 sq. ft., Near Kingston Corners. Great location for retail or business office. Easy Access and parking. Call Cliff 570-760-3427
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Half Doubles
LARKSVILLE
3 bedroom, 1 bath half double, Freshly cleaned & painted. Tenant pays all utilities including sewer. $550 plus security. Call (570) 332-5723
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NANTICOKE
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2-3 bedrooms, 1.5 bath, fridge & stove provided, washer/ dryer hookup & wall to wall carpet. $475/month plus security & utilities. 570-472-2392
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IN THE HEART OF WILKES-BARRE
Immediate Occupancy!!
MARTIN D. POPKY APARTMENTS
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61 E. Northampton St. Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701
Affordable Senior Apartments Income Eligibility Required Utilities Included! Low cable rates; New appliances; laundry on site; Activities! Curb side Public Transportation
Commercial Properties
Please call 570-825-8594 TDD/TTY 800-654-5984
Center City WB
AFRAID TO MOVE? Are you paying
too much for your current office, but dread the inconvenience of moving? We can help! We not only offer less expensive rent, but we will also help you move to our modern office space in the Luzerne Bank Building on Public Square. Rents include heat, central air, utilities, trash removal, and nightly cleaning - all without a sneaky CAM charge. Access parking at the the intermodal garage via our covered bridge. 300SF to 5000SF available. We can remodel to suit. Brokers protected. Call Jeff Pyros at 570-822-8577
971 Vacation & Resort Properties
BLACK LAKE, NY NEED A VACATION?
Come relax and enjoy great fishing & tranquility at it s finest. Housekeeping cottages on the water with all the amenities of home. (315) 375-8962 www.blacklake4fish.com daveroll@blacklakemarine.com
NEWPORT TWP. PRIME APARTMENTS STILL AVAILABLE!
ST. STANISLAUS APARTMENTS 141 Old Newport Rd., Newport Twp.
Affordable, Accessible 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Apartments Income Eligibility* Required. Rents: $455-$656 plus electric
(*Maximum Incomes vary according to household size)
• High Efficiency Heat/Air Conditioning • Newer Appliances • Laundry Rooms • Community Room • Private Parking • Rent Includes Water, Sewer & Refuse For more info or to apply, please call: 570-733-2010 TDD: 800-654-5984 Great, Convenient Location!
Apply Today!
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Commercial Properties
WILKES-BARRE
PROVINCIAL TOWER - S. MAIN Great Commercial Store Front, & Inside Suites Available Steps from New Intermodal Hub & Public Parking
Starting at $650
utilities included FREE RENT - Call For Details Today!
570-829-1573
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2011 2 011 N NISSAN ISSAN A ALTIMA LTIMA 2 2.5 .5 S SDN DN S SPECIAL PECIAL E EDITION DITION S TK # N 20200 M O D EL# 13111
4 Cyl, CVT , A/ C, S p o iler , F o g L ights , Allo y W heels , PW , PD L , F lo o rM a ts
M S R P $23,890
B U Y $ FO R
19 ,3 9 0
w / $1250 R ebate &
*
$500 N M A C C as h
*39 M o n t h L ea s e; 12,000 M iles PerY ea r; Res id u a l= $13,617; M u s tb e a p p ro ved t hru N M AC @ T ier 1; $0 ca s h d o w n o r t ra d e eq u it y & regis t ra t io n f ees . $275 L ea s e Reb a t e in clu d ed . $478 d u e a td elivery in clu d es 1s tm o n t h p ym ta n d regis t ra t io n f ees . S a le p rice p lu s t a x& t a gs in clu d es $1250 reb a t e & $500 N M AC Ca s h.
M O N E Y
** 2011 N 2011 NISSAN I S S AN CUBE C 1.8 .8 S SL L P ER U B E 1 STK# N 20295 M O D EL# 21211
H U R R Y! O N LY 3 C U B E’S L EFT!!
M O.
V6, CVT , Hea ted S ea ts & S teerin g W heel, Rea rCa m era , L ea ther, Bo s e S o u n d , S p la s h Gu a rd s & F lo o rM a ts
M SR P $29,990 B
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FO R
18 ,9 9 5
B U Y FO R
$
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2 5 ,4 9 0
*
$
OR
w / $1,250 R ebate
** 2 0 11 N 2011 NISSAN ISSAN R ROGUE OGU SV V w w/ / S SL L PKG PKG P ERE S
$
2 6 ,6 9 5
$
OR
L EA S E FO R
359
B U Y
*P
ER M O.
+
** 2011 N 2011 NISSAN ISSAN P PATHFINDER ATHFIN SV V 4X4 4X4 P ERDER S
M O.
S AV E $50 0 0
O FF M S R P O N A L L P ATH FIN D ER S V ’S
5 AVA IL A B L E
$
TA X
*39 M o n th L ea s e; 12,000 M iles PerY ea r; Res id u a l= $16,035; M u s tb e a p p ro ved thru N M AC @ T ier1; $0 ca s h d o w n o rtra d e eq u ity & regis tra tio n fees . $1,000 L ea s e Reb a te in clu d ed . $630 d u e a td elivery in clu d es 1s t m o n th p ym t& ta g fees . S a le p rice p lu s ta x & ta gs in clu d es $500 N M AC Ca s h.
M SR P $34,930
2 9 ,9 3 0
*
w / $2,000 R ebate
OR
$
L EA S E FO R
369
ER M O.
+
TA X
*39 M o n th L ea s e; 12,000 M iles PerY ea r; Res id u a l= $17,465; M u s tb e a p p ro ved thru N M AC @ T ier1; $0 ca s h d o w n o rtra d e eq u ity & regis tra tio n fees . $1500 L ea s e Reb a te In clu d ed . $635 d u e a td elivery in clu d es 1s tp a ym en t& regis tra tio n fees . S a le p rice p lu s ta x & ta gs in clu d es 2000 Reb a te.
2 4 ,5 9 5
L EA S E FO R
329
*P
ER M O.
+
S AV E $40 0 0
OR M OR E ON AL L 20 0 1 M U R A N O ’S IN S TO C K !
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OR
$
L EA S E FO R
329
*
P ER M O.
+
TA X
S AV E $50 0 0
O FF A L L FR O N TIER SV & SL C R EW C A B S
8 AVA IL A B L E
2011 N 2011 NISSAN ISSAN TITAN TITAN SV SP**ERV KC KC 4X4 4X4 M O.
STK# N 20187 M O D EL# 34411
S AV E $8 50 0 O FF M S R P !!
V8, Au to , Va lu e T ru ck Pkg, A/ C, AM / F M / CD, PW , PDL , Cru is e, T ilt, Bed lin er
M SR P $34,400 *
TA X
*39 M o n t h L ea s e; 12,000 M iles PerY ea r; Res id u a l= $17,347; M u s tb e a p p ro ved t hru N M AC @ T ier 1; $0 ca s h d o w n o r t ra d e eq u it y & regis t ra t io n f ees . $750 L ea s e Reb a t e in clu d ed & $500 N o n -N a vi Bo n u s Ca s h a p p lied . S a le p rice p lu s t a x& t a gs in clu d es $500 Bo n u s Ca s h & $500 N o n -N a vi Bo n u s Ca s h.
M SR P $29,595
$
$
M O.
2 7,5 4 0
M O.
B U Y FO R
*P
OR
*39 M o n th L ea s e; 12,000 M iles PerY ea r; Res id u a l= $20,723; M u s tb e a p p ro ved thru N M AC @ T ier1; $0 ca s h d o w n o rtra d e eq u ity & regis tra tio n fees . $1000 L ea s e Reb a te In clu d ed & $500 N o n -N a vi Bo n u s Ca s h. S a le p rice p lu s ta x & ta gs in clu d es $1000 reb a te & $500 N o n -N a vi Bo n u s Ca s h.
w / $500 R ebate & $500 N on-N av iBonus C as h
**X4 CREW 2011 2 011 N NISSAN ISSAN F FRONTIER RONTIER SV SV P4X4 4 CREW CAB CAB ER STK# N 20358 M O D EL# 32411
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w / $1,000 R ebate & $500 N on-N av iBonus C as h
FO R
V6, Au to , Prem iu m Utility Pkg, A/ C, PW , PDL , Cru is e, T ilt, 4x4, Allo y W heels , F lo o rM a ts
V6, Au to , PW , PDL , Cru is e, T ilt, S tep Ba rs , Allo ys , AM / F M / CD, F lo o rM a ts , Ca rgo M a ts !
B U Y FO R
TA X
3 0 ,73 0
M SR P $31,540 *
w / $500 N M A C C as h
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V6, CVT , AW D , PW , PD L , Cru is e, T ilt, Allo ys , AM / F M / CD , F lo o rM a ts & S p la s h Gu a rd s
O FF M S R P H U R R Y O N LY 5 R O G U E S L ’S AVA IL A B L E!!
FO R
STK# N 20473 M O D EL# 25211
B U Y FO R
ER M O.
S TK # N 19771 M O D EL# 23211
S AV E $30 0 0
4 Cyl, CVT , L ea t her , N a viga t io n , M o o n ro o f , Allo ys , Bo s e S o u n d , Ba ck-Up Ca m era , Xen o n s , S p la s h Gu a rd s , M a t s
B U Y
329
M SR P $35,730 *P
** 2011 2 0 11 N NISSAN I S S A N MURANO MUR “ S ” AWD AW D P ERA N O “S”
M O.
S TK # N 20290 M O D EL# 22411
L EA S E FO R
*39 M o n th L ea s e; 12,000 M iles PerY ea r; Res id u a l= $16,194; M u s tb e a p p ro ved thru N M AC @ T ier1; $570 ca s h d o w n o rtra d e eq u ity & regis tra tio n fees . $0 L ea s e Reb a te in clu d ed . $570 d u e a td elivery in clu d es 1s t m o n th p ym t& regis tra tio n fees . S a le p rice p lu s ta x & ta gs in clu d es $1,250 Reb a te.
*S a le p rice p lu s ta x & ta gs in clu d es $0 reb a te.
O FF M S R P 4 AVA IL A B L E AT TH IS P R IC E
M O.
STK# N 19836 M O D EL# 16211
4 Cyl, CVT , L ea ther, M o o n ro o f, Bo s e S o u n d , F o g L ights , Allo y W heels , Co n v. Pkg, F lo o rM a ts
M SR P $20,940
S AV E $50 0 0
** SV 2011 2 011 N NISSAN ISSAN M MAXIMA AXIMA V S SEDAN EDAN P ER S
O N A L L N EW 2 0 11 A LTIM A C O U P ES !
M O.
STK# N 20129 M O D EL# 15111
4 Cyl, CVT , Na viga tio n , Ba ck-Up Ca m er, XM Ra d io , Allo y W heels , Ro ckfo rd F o s ga te S o u n d S ys tem , F lo o rM a ts !
$
S AV E $450 0
2011 2 011 N NISSAN ISSAN A ALTIMA LTIMA P** 2 2.5 COUPE OUPE ER .5 C
M SR P $29,695
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inc ludes $3000 R ebate
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L EA S E FO R
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TA X
*39 M o n th L ea s e; 12,000 M iles PerY ea r; Res id u a l= $18,940; M u s tb e a p p ro ved thru N M AC @ T ier1; $0 ca s h d o w n o rtra d e eq u ity & regis tra tio n fees . $0 L ea s e Reb a te in clu d ed . $529 d u e a td elivery in clu d es 1s tm o n th p ym ta n d regis tra tio n fees . S a le p rice p lu s ta x & ta gs In clu d es $3000 Reb a te.
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FO R
2 5 ,9 0 0
*
w / $3500 R ebate & $1350 V TP Bonus C as h
*S a le p rice p lu s ta x & ta gs in clu d es $3500 Reb a te & $1350 VT P Bo n u s Ca s h.
S T A R T S N O W !
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