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Fireworks light up downtown Scranton on July 3. MORE: Pages 28-29
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Page 5 – Homeowner upset with district construction Page 6 – Off-duty detective spots burglar Page 8 – Fallen officers to be added to police memorial Page 10 – Munchak seeks new trial
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Each year, I’m one of the first guys in line for a hamburger and a hot dog on the
Fourth of July. That is, of course, after I’m done cooking them. I hunt through press releases and other news stories for the most spectacular fireworks shows to let my kids “ooh” and “ah” at the colorful nighttime displays. But this year, the one thing I truly took time for on July 4 will stick with me for many years to come. Michael Hull, my neighbor, left for basic training with the United States Ar-
BEHIND THE BYLINES CHRISTOPHER J. HUGHES my at Ft. Benning, Ga., on Monday. We’ve only lived next to Michael for a year now, but his mother, Lisa, and I are cousins through a family tree that’s too tangled to sort out here. We spent July 1 with Michael and his family – brother, James, and father, Jim – for a final cookout just before his departure. Monday was a bit more somber as he climbed into a van with two other young
men from the area just after 1 p.m. For Michael, a West Scranton honors student and track and field athlete for the Invaders, it begins a lifelong ambition to serve his country in a way many never pursue. For his mother, it begins a 10-week waiting period until basic training is completed. For James, it offers an opportunity to tinker with PowerPoint to build a slideshow for his big brother who once expressed dreams of becoming a paleontologist. And for me, it will serve as a reminder why we celebrate. Sure, we honor the occasion with feasts and fire-
works. But at its core, July 4 falls under the same respects of Memorial Day and Veterans Day as an opportunity to honor military service. It’s young men and women like Michael and his two fellow new recruits that work to keep us independent. The threats are different from the reasons our forefathers wrote the Declaration of Independence, but they still present very real dangers to our society. On a high note, Michael entered basic training as a private first class after passing enough online courses. I hope it’s the sign of a fruitful career for my ambitious relative.
Christopher J. Hughes salutes all who serve. E-mail him at chughes@golackawanna.com.
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CRANTON – When Ted Michalowski saw graffiti on a large white wall inside the Jackson Street skate park in West Scranton earlier this year, he made a phone call to his former computer lab partner from West Scranton Intermediate School. Lucky for the artist, that lab partner now serves as Scranton’s chief of police. “He actually approached me when the graffiti was put on this wall up here,” Chief Dan Duffy. “I was furious when I saw the graffiti on the wall because we had just put our juvenile unit in here.” But Michalowski presented a unique solution to the problem outside the recently established West Side Precinct. He wanted to take his experience as an improvisational artist and mural painter to transform the site into what he feels could become a new landmark in West Side. About a dozen artists will join the man known for his Drawing Social events at the
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SCRANTON – Skaters recently grinding rails at the park at the corner of Jackson Street and North Bromley Avenue in West Side said they’re happy to see an event like the Drawcore mural block party set for July 16 and 17. To them, it’s a show of support for a facility that allows them to practice the sport without the fear of receiving a citation. “It’s pretty great. It’s keeping everybody out of the downtown where they wreck everything. It’s better to put money into a skate park than to put money into businesses downtown (for repairs),” 15-year-old skateboarder Darin Ward, of West Scranton, said. “It’s a nice little set-up for the kids in the neighborhood to keep them away from the streets,” BreSee ASSET, Page 4
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WHAT: Skate competition during “Lords of Drawtown” mural block party WHERE: Jackson Street skate park, corner of Jackson Street and North Bromley Avenue, Scranton. SPONSORS: Zumiez and Underwood Skatepark. DETAILS: Saturday, July 16. Registration from 2 to 2:45 p.m. $5 for ages 4 to 7, $10 for all other skaters. 2:30 p.m.: Competition clinic. 3:30 p.m.: Beginners competition, ages 4-7. 4 p.m.: Beginners competition, 8 and up. 4:30 p.m.: Intermediate competition, 8 and up. Sunday, July 17. Registration from 2 to 2:45 p.m. 3 p.m.: Advanced competition, 8 and up. 4 p.m.: free skate. 5 p.m.: Best trick competition for beginner and intermediate skaters. INFO: www.drawcoreblockparty.wordpress.com, hydeparkwatch@yahoo.com.
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GOLackawanna chalowski and the crime watch together, said he’s proud to see two very distinct groups collaborate on this weekend’s party and painting. Continued from page 3 “It’s bizarre, to say the least, AFA Gallery in Scranton on July to see two entities like this get 16 and 17, from 2 to 8 p.m. each together, but it’s for a great day, for a Drawcore skate park cause. It’s about showing your mural block party that he’s commitment to the community. dubbed “Lords of Drawtown” as Ted’s from West Scranton, I’m a play on the 2005 skateboard- the chief in Scranton, and Karin is committed to the community ing film “Lords of Dogtown.” The event will include live in West Scranton,” he said. And it’s another chance for music from Tribal Waves; projects from Tyler Dempsey, Bob- the chief to pair up with Michaby Davis and Chris Connors; lowski outside of their once and Red Green Blue on Satur- shared classroom. “Although we both have difday, and music from Smeltzer & ferent professions, Smyth, Adam Catour heart’s in the scratch and the About a dozen same place, and it’s Biotech Band, Chet Williams and artists will join making things better.” Friends, and a live the man known Michalowski said radio broadcast by the mural will be 97.9X on Sunday. for his Drawing created using The event will alSocial events at brushes and paint so include skate competitions the AFA Gallery in because spray paint would likely invite sponsored by Zumiez and Under- Scranton on July more spray paint. “The theme is gowood Skatepark 16 and 17, from 2 ing to be the skatealong with basketto 8 p.m. each boarders themball scrimmages day, for a Draw- selves that skate each day. he added. Michalowski, core skate park here,” “It’s also a great 37, of West Scranton, has previous- mural block party graffiti deterrent bely traveled to Po- that he’s dubbed cause if the skaters are here and they land several times “Lords of Draw- look over and see to create murals to cover graffiti, but town” as a play themselves on the wall or their friend the one created this coming week- on the 2005 ska- on the wall, then end will be the teboarding film they’ll feel a bit of and therefore first permanent “Lords of Dog- unity community.” piece of art he creThe artist said he ates in the United town.” hopes the mural States. “Isn’t that crazy? It’s my first project will provide “an injection of culture against negative one.” It’s also another step in the remarks on the area,” and he transformation of the skate park hopes people come away with that welcomed the police de- an excitement and pride for partment’s juvenile unit last fall what creative minds in the reand K9 unit this spring, and it gion can create. “That’s the great thing about marks another advance in the community as the first full event Scranton as opposed to a bigger organized by the West Scranton- city. I’ve been fortunate enough Hyde Park Neighborhood to establish relationships with people who have the ability to Watch. “The park was not really be- open the doors that I’d like to ing supervised. It was not get- have opened to make these ting locked up at night, and events happen,” Michalowski when we had a couple of inci- said. “There are people who dents here that the neighbor- want to see the culture of the arhood didn’t want to stand for ea escalate, so they’re willing to anymore, we collaborated with listen to ideas. “(The project) kind of runs on Chief Duffy,” Watch President Karin Foster recalled at a press people’s aspirations and the excitement for potential. People conference held last week. Duffy, who said he served can come away with a little bit of solely as a middleman to put Mi- pride from living in the area.”
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Darin Ward, of West Scranton, said the Jackson Street facility gives him the chance to skate without getting in trouble with local police.
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no Rodrigues, 23, of North Scranton, added. He said there are few facilities like the West Scranton park. “I think it will be nice for everybody to enjoy the weather, come out, and get the kids involved. I wish there were more places like this in South Side or even West Side.” It’s a need that Shawn Gill has seen for years. Gill, 32, is currently the manager of Underwood Skatepark, 432 N. Main St., Taylor. The park has been open for four years, and Gill previously operated a similar park in the city called Sessions. “I think there’s a big need in our area. That’s why I did it,” Gill said of opening Underwood, which will judge and sponsor skate contests this weekend along with Zumiez. “A lot of the kids that come down to the (Taylor) park come up here also,” Gill said. “These guys asked me to help out, and I’m just doing the same thing they’re doing by trying to keep them out of trouble.”
Block party participants and sponsors include, from left, front, Zumiez Assistant Manager Nic Barbose and artist Ted Michalowski. Back, West Scranton Neighborhood Watch President Karin Foster, Scranton Police Chief Dan Duffy, and musician Jason Smeltzer.
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Jim Floryshak addresses Scranton City Council on July 5 over problems created by construction of the new Isaac Tripp Elementary School near his home.
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dumped piles of new rocks on the hill instead of helping to remove the culm bank. Keeping a careful record of his problems, he contacted the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, who cited Quandel on June 2. While Quandel began running a water truck “for the first time ever on the site” to quell the dust issues and offered to power wash Floryshak’s home on June 5, he felt that most of his issues continued to be ignored. On June 16, Floryshak sent a certified letter to city Licensing, Inspections, and Permits Director Mark Seitzinger asking for his help, copying the letter to City Solicitor Paul Kelly, Jr. City Council reacts At Scranton City Council’s July 5 meeting, he said he was “at a loss” for who he should turn to next. “We have serious issues that are affecting the property that my wife and I own. We’ve invested thousands and thousands of See TRIPP, Page 17
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SCRANTON – In December of 2002, Jim Floryshak moved into his “dream home” on Emily Avenue that he built with his wife and son. When the construction of the Scranton School District’s new Isaac Tripp Elementary School began at the end of 2009, however, his new neighbors created a nightmare in his own backyard that are still ongoing. Floryshak first noticed damage to his home in the spring of 2010 when a long crack in his kitchen tile formed along the foundation line, which he believed was caused by construction firm The Quandel Group’s use of a vibrating roller. He could hear and feel his china rattle and started seeing water damage in the ceiling above the cracked tile. While Quandel sent an engineer to his property to assess the damage, he said he was never told what they found. A small patch of land that separates his well-manicured lawn from the district’s property also became a problem. As dirt eroded underneath the school’s fence, it formed thick mud that caked
around two drainage holes, causing standing water to pool and breed mosquitoes just feet away from his inground pool. Floryshak also began finding bags of garbage lined up against his property, which eventually blew Styrofoam insulation and other building materials into his yard that he continued to find this week. The biggest problem, however, was a series of massive dust clouds that “bombarded” his home almost daily for months, culminating in a “great dust storm” between Christmas and New Years Eve of 2010 that left his entire home covered in layers of dirt. Dirt seeped through doorways and windows, stuck to siding, and creeped into his pick-up truck. Negotiations allegedly broke down when he suggested to the district, Quandel, and Latona Trucking that he might consider litigation. Floryshak said he even discussed the final grading of the land between their properties, part of which he owns, with Project Superintendent David Cook of Quandel and David Jumper of Latona, but he claims they
Novembrino pool issue ongoing At their June 28 meeting, council also passed legislation drafted by council solicitor Boyd Hughes to transfer funds the Urban Development Action Grant second repayment account to an account to pay for lifeguards and the purchase of pool chemicals and supplies so that Novembrino pool could be reopened. “If the mayor chooses to veto this legislation, it will be placed on council’s agenda for an override vote at the next regularly scheduled meeting,” Council President Janet Evans commented on Tuesda. “The winners and losers are the children, and City Council doesn’t want the children to lose.” On Thursday, Mayor Chris Doherty vetoed the legislation. In a letter addressed to City Clerk Nancy Krake, the mayor said that council violated the Home Rule Charter and Administrative Code by not discussing this change with him first. He said that council “illegally and improperly attempted to create” a special city account to deposit the UDAG repayments and that use of these funds “falls completely to the discretion of the Mayor.” Additionally, he wrote that the Department of Housing and Urban Development does notallowthesefundstobeused for items such a lifeguard. Krake said on Friday that council disagrees with the mayor’s points in the letter and will address them at length during their next meeting.
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SCRANTON – City Council unanimously introduced legislation on Tuesday that will prohibit the Scranton Recreation Authority from charging city residents an admission fee to swim at Nay Aug Park. Since the summer began, council has criticized the authority and city administration for the closing of the Novembrino pool in West Scranton and the Penn Ridge Swim Complex for renovations as well as increasing swimming fees at Nay Aug. Fees increased from $3 to $4, and council said that the authority has refused to negotiate those rates or give discounts to groups such as the ScrantonLackawannaCountyTaxpayers Association. Association member Bill Jackowitz told council last week that they paid for 464 childrentoswimduringthegroup’s annual Kids Swim Free program and did not receive a group rate despite one being offered to other large groups. The program benefits children from low income families. Councilman Frank Joyce felt that all fees charged by the Recreation Authority should be approved by council. “The authority has pretty much been given the will and the right to charge whatever they want as far as pool fees with no one to report to besides the administration,” Joyce said. He also questioned what the majority of the fees paid for when the city budget largely pays for the lifeguards and equipment needed to run the pools, asking if pool fees went towards paying authority solicitor Paul Kelly, Jr.’s salary. “The $4 a day really adds up over the course of a month. Another reason why I support this legislation is every year, we see kids on the news that there are swimming in the (Nay Aug) gorge. The fire fighters are called, and sometimes they’re saved and other times they aren’t,” Council Vice President Pat Rogan added.
“Iftheswimmingwasfree,all the children could go to the pool…and not risk going out into the gorge and swimming there.” The legislation asks that citizens show proof of their residency to enter the pool area for free, although the authority has cited enforcement problems similar to this in the past. The resolution passed 4-0, as CouncilmanBobMcGoffwasabsent.
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Adams Avenue, Scranton, faces DUI charges after being stopped on Marion Street for making an illeThe following criminal charges were filed in Lacka- gal turn. Moran’s BAC was .253 percent, according to wanna County Court on an affidavit. Ptlm. Derek July 1: Anderson was the arrestSCRANTON ing officer. Charges were filed by • William Hurt, 18, of summons on July 1 and Morgan Street, Dickson City, and Jefrey Decker, 18, accepted on July 6. A preliminary hearing is set for of Church Avenue, Scranton, are both charged with July 28. • Robyn Peffer, 25, of disorderly conduct, criminal mischief, public drunk- Gorge Street, Scranton, enness and consumption of faces drug related charges after city police found 22 alcohol as a minor. City Ecstasy pills on her while police were dispatched to executing an arrest warOak Street for a report of two teens allegedly smash- rant for Luzerne County. She is charged with posing a window at the Rook session of a controlled Bar. The arresting officer substance and drug parwas Ptlm. John Hallock. The two men were issued aphernalia. Ptlm. Lawrence Spathelf was the summons on July 1, and a arresting officer. preliminary hearing is set Charges were filed by for July 26. • Charles Lovejoy, 43, of summons on July 1, and a preliminary hearing is Susquehanna Avenue, Olyphant, was charged by sum- tentatively set for Aug. 2 • Kenneth Drake, 38, of mons after an alleged hitNorth Irving Avenue, and-run accident. He faces Scranton, faces charges of charges of an accident involving damage and failure simple assault and harassto provide financial respon- ment after an alleged domestic dispute on June 25. sibility. Lovejoy allegedly Drake allegedly grabbed hit a car belonging to Pahis girlfriend, Linda Duffy, trick O’Malley on North by the throat and threw Main Avenue, left, and her onto the bed during returned to the scene 58 an argument about her minutes later. Pltm. Rocco ex-boyfriends. Ptlm. FranCipriano was the arresting cis McLane was the arrestofficer. ing officer. Charges were filed by Charges were filed by summons on July 1 and summons on July 1 and accepted on July 5. A preaccepted on July 5. A preliminary hearing is set for liminary hearing is set for Aug. 2. July 26. • Joseph Moran, 62, of
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Police: Scranton man threw chair at wife By MATT MORGIS Go Lackawanna intern
SCRANTON - City police arrested a man on July 4 after an alleged domestic dispute. Joseph Cerreta, 37, of Maple St., faces charges of harassment, disorderly conduct and simple assault after his wife, Kimberly, called authorities reporting the altercation. According to the affidavit: The couple returned home from a barbecue and started arguing about how much alcohol Mr. Cerreta consumed. He be-
came angry and allegedly threw a chair at his wife before charging towards her. According to a written statement provided by Mrs. Cerreta, Mr. Cerreta ripped her shirt off before her brother-in-law was able to break up the dispute, which gave her a chance to call 911. The arresting officer was Ptlm. Christopher Hallock. Cerreta was arraigned July 4, and released on $10,000 unsecured bail. A preliminary hearing is set for July 11.
Off-duty detective spots burglary suspect By CHRISTOPHER J. HUGHES chughes@golackawanna.com
SCRANTON – A city man who allegedly burglarized a Fig Street home, taking $800 in cash and credit cards he used in Scranton and Taylor, was discovered by an off-duty Scranton detective on July 2. David Willis, 57, of Remington Ave., Scranton, is charged with burglary, criminal trespassing, theft by unlawful taking, receiving stolen property, forgery and access device fraud for the alleged June 30 burglary and fraudulent purchases. According to the affidavit from Scranton police: Scranton Ptlm. Jamie Tobin was dispatched to a Fig Street home June 30 for a report of a burglary. Homeowner James Shaffer told police he had gone to bed at midnight and discovered his front door open and a kitchen window left open that following morning. A black leather briefcase containing $800 was taken from a nearby television room, along with another $65 and “numer-
ous credit cards.” When he called creditors about his cards, Shaffer learned that a stolen Walmart Visa was used at about 9:15 a.m. on the morning of the burglary. Stolen credit Willis cards were also used at the Turkey Hill convenient market on Meridian Avenue and at the Walgreens at South Main Avenue and Luzerne Street. In all, police say $750.31 was charged to the stolen cards. In reviewing surveillance footage, Scranton Detective Michael Schultz observed a black male, “possibly in his 50’s” enter the Turkey Hill shop after driving up in a red minivan with the front driver’s side and rear passenger’s side hubcaps missing. Willis was also seen in surveillance footage from Walgreens, and a description of the suspect and his vehicle from a Walmart loss prevention officer matched
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video footage. On July 2, Schultz was off-duty and sitting in the Taylor Price Chopper parking lot when he observed a minivan matching the one driven by Willis enter the lot. He was stopped by patrol units on South 5th Avenue and placed under arrest. Willis initially denied the burglary but later admitted to entering the Fig Street home through an open kitchen window. He told police he was “getting ready to move, had some medical problems and ‘just needed to make some easy money.’” He told officers that he was on state parole for burglary. Willis was arraigned on the charges on July 2 and held for $35,000 bail. He waived a preliminary hearing on July 6, according to court records.
Pick-up driver nearly hit undercover Scranton police vehicle By MATT MORGIS Go Lackawanna intern
SCRANTON - A 35-year-old man from Clarks Summit faces multiple drug and alcohol related charges after an incident with police in April, according to a police report filed June 16. PaulFord,35,ofSunnysideAvenue, is charged with possession of drug paraphernalia and a small amount of marijuana, driving under the influence of a controlled substance pending toxicology results, and reckless driving. According to the affidavit: City police were conducting surveillance in North Scranton in an unmarked vehicle in April
when they were nearly hit by a pick-up truck as they attempted to make a left-hand turn. The truck then illegally passed the police vehicle, crossing the double yellow lines and driving into oncoming traffic. As police followed the truck, they called for back-up from marked patrol vehicles in the area, the driver allegedly stopped abruptly at a yellow light, put the truck into reverse and drove towards the unmarked police vehicle. The driver, Ford, then exited the truck and began allegedly shouting, “What’s your (expletive) problem?” at officers. Ford continued to yell at offi-
cers even after they identified themselves as Scranton policemen, allegedly shouting, “You ain’t no (expletive) cop!” and reaching towards officers. After struggling with officers, Ford was detained and a burnt marijuana cigarette was in plain sight in the ashtray of his vehicle. A bag of suspected marijuana later tested positive for the presence of THC. Fordagreedtoachemicalblood test and was transported to the Lackawanna County DUI Center. A summons was issued to Ford on July 1, and a preliminary hearing is set for July 28, according to court records.
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New delinquent tax collector discusses policy By RICH HOWELLS rhowells@golackawanna.com
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Northeast Revenue Service, LLC, Treasurer Sean Shamany, left, President John Rodgers, right, presented their plans on the collection of delinquent real estate taxes during a public caucus this week.
cooperate with city officials to agree on collection policies and procedures and will also help the city work through the Scranton Development Authority’s defaulted $1.56 million loan
from Pennstar Bank. He told Evans that NRS would provide annual audits and monthly statements to city so they can monitor their progress. Evans asked that they operate
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a grace period of 90 days for the years 2007 through 2010, with no liens filed during this period. NRS will offer payment plans with no additional fees, and no lien will be filed if payments are continually made. Taxpayers will have the option to pay online with credit or debit cards or by check, and they can also pay at area banks that are yet to be designated. “It is our position that we will never charge more fees than the face value of the tax…We just don’t feel that’s appropriate,” Rodgers said. In terms of enforcement, Shamany said that one of their most effective tools in collecting Luzerne County’s delinquent taxes was launching their Web site, which made the tax information open to the public. They also mail monthly reminders and will not implement the use of an outside collection agency unless it was approved by city administration. Answering concerns from Councilman Pat Rogan about complains council received from taxpayers being “harassed” by consistent phone calls from debt collectors, Shamany said NRS does not plan to use phone calls often. He added that the firm plans to hold a treasurer’s sale next year. Rodgers said he would like to
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SCRANTON – City Council held a public caucus with Northeast Revenue Service, LLC on Tuesday to discuss the private firm taking over the city’s delinquent real estate tax collection. Council tabled a contract for professional services with NRS and Caverly, Shea, Phillips, and Rodgers, LLC at their May 31 meeting to allow discussion of the agreement before final approval at a June 14 caucus with the Scranton Redevelopment Authority and other city officials, but that meeting was cancelled. NRS President John Rodgers and Treasurer Sean Shamany attended the Tuesday caucus to answer questions by council about the amended contract, which will put them in charge of collecting the city’s delinquent real estate taxes from 2004 through 2010 for the next two years with the option for a oneyear renewal. The Wilkes-Barrebased firm began collecting delinquent real estate taxes for Luzerne County in May of last year. “We’re looking forward to being awarded this contract to get started and get the ball rolling,” Shamany said. Council President Janet Evans began by comparing NRS to Northeast Credit & Collections, Scranton’s former delinquent tax and garbage fee collector that was heavily criticized by council last year. Evans said NCC had the ability to add 23 additional costs to the face value and interest of tax delinquencies, which could amount to minimum of $2,660 in fees for taxpayers. In contrast, NRS’ fee will charge 15 percent on all delinquent taxes and interest received, or around $405. Both figures do not include cost of advertising, she added. “NCC’s fees made it difficult to impossible for taxpayers to clean up their delinquencies,” Evans said.” “Our goal is to collect the taxes, but it’s also to do it the right way, to treat people the right way,” Rodgers said. “We want to be fair. We don’t want to over-penalize people.” Shamany and Rodgers told council that they offer many incentives to taxpayers, including
within the city treasurer’s office “in order to restore accountability and efficiency to the delinquent tax collection process” and grant “convenience and acceptability to the taxpayers,” which the firm agreed to. Council seemed pleased with the firm’s answers to their inquiries. “Listening to you gentlemen, I find it very refreshing that we do have a company in this economic situation that provides the accessibility, the transparency, the flexibility, as you stated, to work with government and City Council with different ideas on collections and stuff like that,” Councilman Jack Loscombe said. “A big factor today, something that is missing in all collection areas, is the human element, and I saw how you gentlemen touched on that from the very beginning…I think it will greatly benefit all the residents of the city and help us to get back on track to fiscal responsibility.” Legislation to approve NRS’ contract with the city is expected to return to council’s agenda next Tuesday.
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Filmmaker discovered 10th officer killed in line of duty
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Louis Parise, of Parise Monuments in Carbondale, rubs the names of fallen police officers on the Samual W. Pennypacker Memorial on July 5 to prepare for the addition of Ptlm. John Loftus, whose name was discovered by filmmaker Gary Meyers, at left. Sgt. James K. Sable’s name will also be added.
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CRANTON – Police and the organizers behind a monument to officers killed in the line of duty spent nine years planning and raising funds for the memorial to nine men. But a 10th officer eluded them.
Documentary filmmaker Gary Meyers of Daybreak Films, who has produced four public service announcements for the Scranton Police Department in the last year, discovered a 10th officer, Ptlm. John Loftus, who was “run down by an automobile while crossing the street in the 1300 block of Providence Road,” according to reports from the Aug. 1, 1927 Scranton Republican. Loftus died from
his injuries on July 31, 1927. Meyers filmed the May11dedication of the Samuel W. Pennypacker Memorial that already recognizes fallen officers Ptlm. Ellis John Ellis, Patrol Wagon Driver George Kent, Ptlm. Charles Berry, Ptlm. Lewis William James, Ptlm. Alvin Earl Brant, Detective Lt. Lew Roberts, Ptlm. Thomas O’Malley, Capt. Albert Gleason, and Ptlm. William Harmer in preparation for
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an upcoming documentary. “An article on the first officer killed in 1933 referred back to another death,” Meyers said. “It said this was the sixth or seventh (in the department’s history)…The math was off.” In time, he discovered Loftus’ name but could not find a date of his death. Over a period of three days, Meyers said he dug through microfilm archives until he was granted access to private research books at the Albright Memorial Library. “I got obsessed over this name, and I thought it was lost,” Meyers said. “Finally, bam, in1927, August, John Loftus popped up.” On Tuesday, monument com-
SCRANTON – Jim Sable said that when the name of the 11th Scranton police officer who died in the line of duty is added to the Samuel W. Pennypacker Memorial in the coming weeks, it will be emotional time. That’s because Sable’s father, the late Sgt. James K. Sable, will finally be recognized for his service to the city he worked for and loved. “He absolutely loved being a police officer. He loved working with his brother officers and was an all-around
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SCRANTON - City police filed criminal charges against a man after he allegedly was reported naked in the hallway of his apartment building on July 3. Brian Joyce, 41, of Wyoming Avenue, Scranton, faces charges of indecent exposure, institutional vandalism, disorderly conduct and public drunkenness. According the affidavit: Police received a call from Joyce’s neighbor stating he was lying in the hallway with his “genitals and buttocks full exposed.” After police arrived on scene, they found Joyce in the elevator sleeping, and the smell of alco-
hol was emitting from his breath. After several attempts, police finally were able to awaken Joyce and asked him to put pants on to cover his exposed body parts. Joyce refused, forcing authorities to wrap a bed sheet around him before escorting him out of the building and into a transport vehicle. Once Joyce was in the holding cell, he then started to “urinate on the sink, walls and floor of the cell.” After police placed him in an isolation cell, he allegedly yelled explicit terms at the officers. Joyce was arraigned July 3 and held for $10,000 bail. A preliminary hearing is set for July 11.
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After months of investigation, a Vandling resident faces charges after his alleged sexual conversations with a minor were found on his computer. Michael Piasecki, 38, of Oak Street, has been charged with communication with a minor with sexual intent and corruption of a minor. According to the affidavit: Police received a complaint in April from the 14year-old girl’s mother that her child was being sent sexually-themed messages via Facebook. The messages that came from Piasecki’s Facebook account were copied by investigators. As they copied the messages, Piasecki allegedly messaged the victim. Officers responded as the girl, stating that she was grounded and could not use the computer. Officers went to Piasecki’s home to speak to him about
the conversations, which he said did not contain anything sexual. When the messages were read to him by police, “he became quiet and fidgety.” Before leaving the home, officers seized Piasecki’s computer and cell phone. In May, the computer forensics were returned to the police and multiple conversations between Piasecki and “several females” were discovered. The conversations included Piasecki asking about oral sex techniques and acts they could possibly perform when his children were not home. Forest City Assistant Police Chief Lee Rowan and Pennsylvania State Police Cpl. Derek Fozard were the arresting officers. Piasecki was arraigned on July 1 and released on $20,000 unsecured bail. A preliminary hearing set for July 8 was continued to July 19.
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SCRANTON - Scranton police found three underage kids allegedly in possession of drugs and alcohol behind the Giant Food Market on Nay Aug Avenue in June according to a criminal complaint filed July 1. Mary Pierce, 18, of Monsey Avenue, Scranton, faces charges of possession of small amount of marijuana and drug paraphernalia for the alleged incident. According to the affidavit: City police received a call that teenagers were near the railroad tracks behind the Giant Food Market drinking and using illegal drugs. As the officer on scene approached, he observed three teens — one male and two females — sitting near open containers of 40 oz. bottles of Hurricane malt liquor. One of the females, identified to officers as Maura Clark, fled the scene. James Saffarano, 17, identified himself to officers, and Pierce opened her purse to retrieve her driver’s license. As she did, police allegedly observed a marijuana pipe and placed her under arrest for possession of drug paraphernalia. Saffarano and Clark do not face charges in relation to the incident, according to court records accessed Friday. Sgt. Michael Mayer was the arresting officer. Charges were filed by summons on July 1, and a preliminary hearing is set for July 26.
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Munchak seeking new trial Attorney: Charges should be ruled inconsistent By MATT HUGHES mhughes@timesleader.com
SCRANTON – Former Lackawanna County Commissioner A.J. Munchak is seeking a new trial overturning his conviction on bribery, extortion and other corruption charges. Munchak on June 21 was found guilty of conspiracy to commit theft of bribery concerning programs receiving federal funds, bribery concerning programs receiving federal funds, conspiracy to commit extortion under color of right, extortion under color of right, subscribing and filing a materially false tax return and tax evasion. He resigned his post as Republican minority commissioner the next day. His co-defendant, former commissioner Robert Cordaro, was found guilty of bribery concerning programs receiving federal funds, extortion under color of official right, money laundering, racketeering, tax evasion and other charges. A motion for new trial filed by Munchak’s attorney, Christopher T. Powell Jr., contends that Munchak was found guilty of three counts involving bribery concerning programs receiving federal funds and three counts of extortion under color of official right, and that both sets of charges concerned exactly the same cash payments made by Don Kalina of Highland Associates in May and July of 2005. The motion contends that a person can-
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not commit bribery and extortion for the same payment unless a defendant took a bribe then asked for more. Therefore, either the bribery or extortion charge should have been ruled inconsistent by U.S. District Court Judge A. Richard Caputo. Munchak is seeking a new trial or for Caputo to not enter the verdict against him, ef-
fectively acquitting him. The U.S. Attorney’s office will have an opportunity to respond to the motion and Caputo will issue a decision at a later date. Munchak’s sentencing is scheduled for September 28. He faces up to 93 years in prison and more than $2 million in fines.
Suspect breaks sprinkler, floods part of police HQ By CHRISTOPHER J. HUGHES chughes@golackawanna.com
SCRANTON – A man arrested Wednesday morning for terroristic threats and harassment regarding a protection from abuse order allegedly later snapped a sprinkler head inside his holding cell at police headquarters, flooding that area of the building. Freddie Lee Lloyd, 29, whose address is listed as “unknown” in police records, was originally charged with terroristic threats, harassment, unlawful restraint, resisting arrest and disorderly conduct. After allegedly breaking the sprinkler and causing more than $1,000 in damage at headquarters, he is also charged with false
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alarms to an agency of public safety, institutional vandalism, criminal mischief, tampering with a fire apparatus and disorderly conduct. According to affidavits against Lloyd: Police were dispatched to 111 Wyoming Ave., Scranton, at 10:58 a.m. on July 6 for a report of a PFA violation. Scranton Ptlm. Michael Bryndzia met with Desiree Parker and Michael Mancuso who claimed Lloyd contacted Parker that
morning following the filing of the PFA last prior weekend. Lloyd was allegedly “dragging her by the arm and leading her into Curry Donut Shop” and told her she “was not going anywhere” until Mancuso left. Bryndzia gave a look out call for Lloyd based on a description given by Parker and Mancuso, and he was seen “at least 3 times until he was taken into custody” at the corner of Mifflin Street and Lackawanna Avenue at 11:30 a.m. That afternoon, at approximately 3 p.m., Ptlm. Pat Bastek observed Lloyd in cell #1 at police headquarters where he was being detained. Bastek saw Lloyd allegedly climb into the sink inside his cell and reach for
something in the top corner of the room. When the camera became blurred, officers went to the holding cell area and found water “flowing heavily from the area of the sprinkler head, down the walls, and out of the cell.” Chief Dan Duffy and Sgt. Bob McCool worked to turn off water to the sprinkler system, and fire department officials “advised that the sprinkler head was forcibly broken.” Lloyd was arraigned on the aforementioned charges, along with an additional count of institutional vandalism and violation of a protective order, on July 6. He was held for a combined $15,000 bail, and a preliminary hearing is set for July 13.
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ond quarter “Casey’s numbers are good, but they are not stellar,” Duffy said, cautioning that it is too early to rule out a possible stiff GOP challenge to Casey. But Republicans “certainly have struggled with finding a candidate.” A Quinnipiac University poll released last month found that by a 47-26 percent margin Pennsylvania voters approve of the job Casey is doing, with 27 percent undecided. They said by a similar margin, 47-31, that Casey deserves to be re-elected. Running against an unnamed GOP challenger, Casey was ahead 47-32 percent, including 44-26 percent among independent voters, Quinnipiac found. Several big-name GOP candidates have so far declined to get into the race, including state Sen. Jake Corman, RCentre, the political web site Politics PA has reported. Lesser-known candidates who have said they intend to run, such as Tea Party leader
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TAYLOR - A Peckville resident faces several charges from the Taylor Police Department after allegedly pulling a gun on a Taylor resident. Daniel Newton, 24, of Gino Merli Dr., faces charges of aggravated assault, recklessly endangering another person, terroristic threats and disorderly conduct after the July 5 incident. According to the affidavit: Newton allegedly had an argument with Adam Yackoboitz on July 4 and that on July 5, Newton was looking for Yackoboitz. Newton pulled up to Yackoboitz’s house while he was outside with his kids and demanded a fight. Yackoboitz declined, and the two started arguing verbally. After the exchange, Newton allegedly pulled a Glock .45 caliber handgun and said, “I’ll (expletive) kill you!” Yackoboitz’s girlfriend’s mother stepped in front of the gun and told Newton to leave. The arresting officer was Pltm. Thomas McGovern. Newton was arraigned on July 5 and a preliminary hearing is set for July 11. He is being held for a lack of $10,000 bail.
around looking at buildings and him telling me what each building was, who was in there, and who was in there 40 years ago,” Mr. Sable said. While the addition of Sgt. Sable’s name to the police monument brings a bit of closure to his family’s history, he hopes another won’t be added anytime soon. “We hope in our lifetime that we never have to add another name to the police monument or the fire one. I’ve seen two of them. That’s two too many,” he said. Along with the loss of his father, Sable said he’s dealt with the loss of “brother fire fighter” James Robeson, who he worked with for 18 years. Sgt. Sable would have turned 85 on July 25, Mr. Sable said, and he plans to bring his mother, Patricia, to police headquarters to see his name etched into granite. “We would love to have him here enjoying his retirement. Unfortunately, he was taken from us way too soon.”
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good guy,” Mr. Sable said. “He was a great, great Scrantonian.” Sgt. Sable passed on March 1, 1986, at age 60. While driving the command car on a night that Mr. Sable believes included three fatalities, his father was delivering the unfortunate news to parents who lived on Pittston Avenue about the death of a teenage driver. He suffered a heart attack and passed away inside the home. Mr. Sable, who was 23 at the time of his father’s passing, said he hesitated to bring the sergeant’s name forward for the police memorial because he was unsure of the police department’s policy regarding on-duty deaths. The policy for several years, he said, varied from that of the fire department’s criteria. “I have a lot of emotions about it,” Mr.
Sable, a chauffer with the Scranton Fire Department and former Scranton reserve patrolman, said. “It makes me proud. It’s nice when a good guy gets some recognition after serving the community for so many years.” Sgt. Sable joined the department at age 35 and worked until his untimely death at age 60. Prior to that, he worked as a railroad blacksmith, according to Mr. Sable. His strength once allowed him to save the life of a drunk driver. “One time, he tore one of his biceps. He had a crash on the Spruce Street Complex before it looked modern like it is now. The car was dangling over the edge. He hung onto the fence, and he reached into the car to grab a hold of the guy. The car slid and went over the edge, and he was still hanging onto him,” Mr. Sable recalled. His father loved the city he served as much as he enjoyed his profession. “I remember as a young boy walking
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mittee members gathered as Lou Parise of Parise Monuments, Carbondale, took a rubbing of the engraved names of the nine men to match lettering used and add Loftus to the eternal list. It’s expected that the actual engraving could occur within two weeks, Parise said. Loftus’ name was considered to be the final piece of the puzzle, according to Meyers. However, the name of an 11th officer, Sgt. James K. Sable, was brought to the department’s attention on Wednesday, according to Scranton Police Chief Dan Duffy. Sable died of a heart attack while investigating a fatal crash on March 1, 1986. The documentary which will now include 11 fallen officers is expected to be released to their family members and current members of the department. “We’re excited about the documentary because it’s actually honoring all of those who’ve fallen, and it’s also honoring those who are active members of the police department today,” Duffy said. City Controller Roseann Novembrino, who spearheaded fire fighter and police memorial efforts for several years, said members of the police department conducted the initial research into the fallen officers. She thanked Meyers on Tuesday for his dedication to uncovering Loftus’ identity. “The reason we’re here today is so no one will be forgotten,” Novembrino said.
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Laureen Cummings and attorney Marc Scaringi, didn’t even rate being matched up against Casey in the Quinnipiac poll, Politics PA noted. It appears the state GOP might be pinning its hopes on a wealthy candidate who can spend his or her own millions on a race against Casey. Still, “you can’t beat somebody with nobody, and right now nobody is emerging as a possible Republican challenger to Sen. Bob Casey Jr.,” said Tim Malloy, assistant director of the Quinnipiac University Polling Institute, when the poll was released June 15. That’s a big reason why the University of Virginia’s Center for Politics has rated Casey as likely, right now, to win re-election in the latest Crystal Ball predictions by center director Larry Sabato. “The Keystone State is another place where Republican hopes are fading against a first-term Democratic incumbent, Bob Casey,” Sabato wrote. “As in Michigan and Ohio, members of the Republican U.S. House delegation apparently have taken a pass.” Casey “starts off in a good place, but you have to see who eventually gets in” on the Republican side, Duffy said.
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WASHINGTON – When Bob Casey of Scranton crushed incumbent GOP Sen. Rick Santorum in 2006 with 59 percent of the vote, it was the first time in more than four decades that a Keystone State Democrat won a full term in the U.S. Senate. Now, as Casey begins to gear up for his re-election bid, some independent analysts are wondering if 2012 will represent another easy campaign for the freshman senator with the famous Pennsylvania political name. Casey, the son of the former two-term governor, starts off the campaign season in better shape politically than several other Democrats also elected in 2006 who are now facing tough reelection fights, such as Sens. Jon Tester of Montana and Claire McCaskill of Missouri, said Jennifer Duffy, the Senate analyst for the nonpartisan Cook Political Report. Casey doesn’t have overwhelmingly positive poll numbers, Duffy notes. But he also lacks a credible GOP opponent, and he already has a pile of campaign cash – he raised $1.1 million during the first quarter and had $2.1 million on hand as of
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CLOCKWISE, FROM ABOVE: Honorary flag escorts represented groups ranging from the Catholic War Veterans to the Military Order of the Purple Heart; Soloist Maryrita Stuckert performs; Old Glory flies high; USMC Capt. (Ret.) Francis D. Tyson serves as the master of ceremonies; Former Scranton Mayor David Wenzel with his wife, Janet, and Commissioner Mike Washo; The Ringgold Band performs.
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CRANTON – A source has identified the former Scranton Sewer Authority employee that was terminated for his private use of city equipment at a West Scranton residence earlier this year. The source, who spoke to Go Lackawanna on the condition of anonymity, said that East Collection System Manager Paul Ludovici, of Scranton, was hired in June as a private contractor outside of his work with the authority to help with the installation of an inground pool at a West Side home.
When a reporter called the SSA on Friday to ask to speak with Ludovici, they were told that “he doesn’t work here anymore” by a receptionist. Ludovici was allegedly given permission to use the authority’s equipment by a supervisor at the sewer authority, but their identity could not be confirmed. Efforts to reach Ludovici by phone and in person for comment on the matter this week were unsuccessful. SSA Executive Director Eugene Barrett only recently acknowledged that the incident had occurred through two letters dated June 30 that were addressed to City Clerk Nancy Krake. Responding to a June 15 request for information from Scranton City Council, Barrett admitted that “unauthorized conduct involving the use of equipment and manpower” occurred and that one employee
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was terminated while the other was suspended. No names were provided in either letter. “The time and manpower used were not substantial,” Barrett said in the first letter. Barrett wrote that the authority does not intend to pursue criminal charges at this time and added that the authority “is unaware of any employees actually doing personal business ‘while on the clock’” outside of this incident. When asked by a reporter about the incident after the authority’s June 28 meeting, Barrett would not acknowledge that the incident occurred and refused further comment, stating that it was “a personnel matter.” Authority solicitor Carl Greco also declined comment after the
meeting, and phone calls placed previously to the authority were not returned. Reached for comment this week, homeowner Raymond Boynton confirmed that he hired a sewer authority employee as a private contractor to remove dirt on his property following the installation of the pool, but he did not implicate Ludovici in any way. He added that the equipment was only on his property for a short time before a hydraulic line malfunctioned. Go Lackawanna has filed a right-to-know request with the city of Scranton for current licenses held by PM Ludovici Construction, which shares the same address as Ludovici’s
home, according to online business listings. No corporate records for the business could be located in an online directory through the Pennsylvania Department of State. The authority has come under fire in recent weeks by council for their lack of cooperation and transparency with both residents and legislators, the awarding of a general/mechanical work contract to Michael F. Ronca & Sons Inc., and their approval of a 47 percent preliminary rate increase for commercial and residential users. Council Vice President Pat Rogan, who has suggested privatizing the authority, submitted a right-to-know request to the authority last week, asking for a
list of all employees and their salaries on January 1, 2001, and June 28, 2011, along with a justification for rate increases over the last decade, among other information. Rogan addressed the Ludovici matter again at Tuesday’s council meeting. “Absolutely it should be a public issue. When you have public property being used by a private person, that’s a public issue. That’s why we have City Council meetings for issues like that…Rates have gone up. People demand accountability, and it looks like money is just being squandered at the Sewer Authority,” Rogan said. MATT MORGIS contributed to this report.
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Recalling Rocky Glen Park sions stands in the park beginning in 1924 and became part owner in 1936. At this time some of the park’s most popular attractions were added including the famous Swiss Cottage, which opened in 1937 at a cost of $24,000; the Fun House, built in 1946 at a cost of $25,000; and the Dance Hall, which was built in 1947 for $100,000. Sterling took full ownership
ROBERT SAVAKINUS The remaining Frothingham interests in the park were purchased in 1921 by John Nallin and Joe Jennings for $60,000. Through these years, Rocky Glen became the popular recreation and amusement destination to all local communities. It was a wonderful summertime escape for the laborers who toiled in the coal mines, railroads and textiles mills throughout the week, looking forward to their time off work when they could unwind and spend quality time with their loved ones. Most people traveled to the park using the Laurel Line, which in 1921 brought more than 223,000 passengers to the park. This figure was far exceeded a few years later when almost 245,000 tickets were sold in 1924. Ethnic festivals including
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in 1951, and the park thrived under his management. He was often described as generous to a fault with an unending commitment to the park’s success. One the most famous rides was the Million Dollar Roller Coaster which was built in 1945 at a cost of $100,000. It was called “ahead of its time”
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Most people traveled to the park using the Laurel Line, which in 1921 brought more than 223,000 passengers to the park. dancers. Ghost Town in the Glen, as it was called, flourished throughout the 1970s. In 1979, GT Management, owner of several parks in New York and New Jersey, purchased the park. They commissioned a member of the Disney Planning Commission and a designer from the country’s most famous park, Cedar Point Park in Sandusky, Ohio, to renovate it and open a “New Rocky Glen Park” featuring 33 rides and promoting a return to the traditional family amusement park. By 1983, GT Management was losing interest in the site, so a group of local investors began to lease the park. They added several more rides and brought back the Ethnic Festivals. Concerts were held throughout the 1980s by popular celebrities including Bon Jovi, Jerry Garcia, Ted Nugent and Eddie Money. In January 1985, new stricter
state laws were enacted for park safety with tougher regulations, which made it more difficult for smaller parks like Rocky Glen to continue operations. This, combined with increased competition from Mega Parks like Great Adventure and Hershey Park, forced Rocky Glen to close for good in 1987. However, the park remains very much alive in local residents’ hearts and minds. In 2008, the Lackawanna Historical Society dedicated a state historical marker at the site to commemorate its significant role in providing entertainment and recreation to Northeastern Pennsylvanians for more than 100 years. In 2009, the Rocky Glen Park documentary premiered at Steamtown National Historic Site to an audience of more than 800 people. DVDs continue to sell well. Another piece of the park’s history lives on at the Clifford Township Volunteer Fire Company Picnic - the original train ride. Don’t miss your chance to take a train ride down memory lane on July 28 through 30 at the annual picnic held at the fire company grounds along Route 106 in Clifford.
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property owner had addressed on Tuesday. “Quandel is not a good neighbor. The Scranton School District hasn’t been a good neighbor. Latona Trucking hasn’t been a good neighbor,” Floryshak said.
many of the neighbors surrounding the elementary school project on a regular basis “to keep them abreast of what’s happening and how the project is going.” He said that they would been in contact with him soon to come to an agreeable resolution. “We recognize that there was an issue there. Our superintendent, our project manager on site, had spoken with Mr. Floryshak and we told him that we’re willing to work with him to bring some satisfaction,” Readnour said. “The Quandel Group, on behalf of the Scranton School District, would be happy to meet with Mr. Floryshak and review these issues…We’re certainly not walking away from any issues.” David Jumper of Latona Trucking said he is no longer involved with the project and was unsure of who was working on it currently. Bob Sheridan, chairman of the Buildings and Grounds Committee for the Scranton School Board, did not return a request for comment.
City and Quandel willing to work on issues When contacted on Friday, Seitzinger said that the LIPs department is “in the midst of responding to” the matter. “The Department of Environmental Protection has been involved with this from day one. We’ve been in contact with the DEP, and the DEP has been in contact with us. Once they get involved, they handle air quality issues, so it’s really their jurisdiction in terms of the air quality. However, we have spoken to the contractors to rectify problems,” Seitzinger said. Project Manager Cameron Readnour of The Quandel Group confirmed on Friday that they had been cited by the DEP, but said that David Cook has met with Floryshak and
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dollars into that property, and now I send a certified letter to city hall to two officials and no one returns my call,” Floryshak said. “Even if they could call us and say, ‘Hey, listen, I read your letter and there’s nothing I could do for you.’ This is my last resort…It shouldn’t have to come to this.” Councilman Jack Loscombe visited the property last week and agreed with Floryshak’s assessment. “They are valid concerns…Mr. Floryshak has made a major investment in this city, and he’s in an area where there are some drainage problems now that there are lawsuits over,” Loscombe said. “I was beyond belief with the amount of dirt and dust that covered his property.” A visit by Go Lackawanna to the property on June 5 confirmed many of the issues the
• Theresa Marie Evans and Thomas John Driebe, both of Old Forge. • Bernadette Catherine Rabel and Jeffrey William Baker, both of Jermyn. • Meagan Marie White and Brian Morcom, both of Carbondale. • Tara Ann Kerrigan, Jermyn, and Anthony Joseph Carito, Greenfield Township. • Brenda Galka and William D. Sabatelle, both of Scranton. • Jennifer Lynn Telesco, Throop, and Matthew John Loftus, Jr., Scranton. • Heather Elizabeth Petrikonis and Joseph Hudak, both of Jessup. • Ashley Yurkovic, Dickson City, and James Thomas Gouldsbury III, Gouldsboro. • Amanda Rosalie Ruane, Dickson City, and Raymond John Schwenk, Jr., Clarks Summit. • Kaitlyn Murphy, Scranton, and Kevin Sean Joyce, Alexandria, Va. • Wendy Jo Comstock and Kenny Hiller, both of Falls. The following divorce applications were filed with the Lackawanna County Clerk of Judicial Records, Family Court Division, between July 5 and 8, 2011: • Keith Watson vs. Cristal Watson. • Linda Dukauskas vs. Joseph Dukauskas. • Michael Lesh vs. Megan Lesh. • Vincent Scavazzo vs. Jerilynn Scavazzo. • Joanne Murty vs. Fred Murty. • Theresa Demyan vs. William Demyan.
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The following marriage license applications were filed in the Lackawanna County Marriage License Bureau between June 27 and 30, 2011: • Lisa Ann Stohr and Jeffrey Michael Tomlinson, both of Scranton. • Zoraida Cordero and Nathan Luis Torres, both of Dickson City. • Connie Marie Shea and Vincent Edmonds, Jr., both of Scranton. • Ashley Sue Andrews and David Michael Machiesky, both of Jermyn. • Laura Beth Helbing, Archbald, and Kevin Dennis Lockwood, Honesdale. • Tiffany Lee Medeiros, Clarks Summit, and Michael Joseph D’Agostino, Scranton. • Erin Marie Farrell, Dickson City, and Matthew John Walson, Moscow. • Deidra Lauren Cleary and Jacob Roy Scanlon, both of New Milford. • Victoria M. Butler and Jeffrey Dean Rowman, both of Simpson. • Lori Beth Leary and Joseph J. Liberatore, Jr. • Chelsea Lynn Stouffer and Adam Lewis Johnson, both of Factoryville. • Ann Marie Hughes and Joshua Daniel Mease, both of Pittston. • Christy Mae Greger and Eric B. Rollison, both of Jermyn. • Melissa Rose Curtis and Jacob
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CRANTON – When art enthusiasts came to downtown Scranton last week, the last thing they may have suspected was the more than 50 people gathered at the corner of Spruce Street and North Washington Avenue dancing to Lady Gaga’s “Born This Way.”
But the flash mob organized by the executives at Marley’s Mission, a local equine therapy organization, was just what founder April Loposky wanted to give thanks for the support they’ve received since opening last year.
“We do a lot of fundraisers so I really wanted to do something to give back to community, to thank them for all that they do,” Loposky said. It took 10 days for the group from Marley’s Mission to organize and prepare the flash mob. Loposky spoke with her daughter’s dance instructor from the Occhipinti Dance Company in Moscow who thought the mob was a great idea. Other planned events to support the mission include a golf tournament that will be held at the Mt. Airy Casino and Resort in August and an art gala tentatively set for February 2012. Loposky hinted that other unique See DANCE, Page 27
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Despite all the hardships, thousands of fans decide to attend every year. What started as a “punk rock” festival now showcases the most popular acts in the underground music scene and represents all genres of music. Alternative electronic acts like 3OH!3 and Dance Gavin Dance are now included on the bill, as well as popular screamo and metal bands such as Attack Attack!, Of Mice and Men and Scranton-based Motionless In White. Reggae artists like Pepper and The Aggrolites and ska legends Less Than Jake are featured on this year’s Teggart’s Main Stage. Radio-friendly rock groups like Paramore and A Day to Remember will play alongside experimental indie groups like Foxy Shazam and River City Extension. And then there are the straight punk bands like Set Your Goals, Simple Plan, and Street Dogs - featuring former Dropkick Murphy’s frontman Mike McColgan. The varied lineup always makes for a diverse crowd fight-
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ing for space in front of each of the seven stages. Less Than Jake’s frontman Chris DeMakes says his favorite part is not just the people, but the way the fans interact with the band and viceversa. “My favorite part is being able to engage with the audience in a different way,” DeMakes said. “People get so bombarded with electronic advertisements now. Warped is a great way to get rid of the Twitter’s and just interact with your fans on a personal levSee WARPED, Page 27
Michigan-based Every Avenue will perform on the Nintendo 3DS stage.
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gan said was instilled in him at home. “It came from growing up in Boston and having family that was immersed in the labor movement and having people within my family that were in labor unions,” he said. “I think now it’s clear to see to most people with any common sense that…the American Dream is close to being dead and buried. Hopefully, we can get back to having more jobs in the U.S. and actually manufacturing things here, giving people better wages and taxing everybody fairly.” They’ve also carried a collection of songs in support and sometimes in criticism of military service, like “Final Transmission” and “Shards of Life.” McColgan was previously stationed in Germany during Operation Desert Storm and Desert Shield with the 4th division of the 82nd Field Artillery, 3rd Armored Division. “I think having had actual experience in the Army kind of show through when I write songs like that. It doesn’t make me an authority on the subject or a hero, but I’ve walked through that,” he said. The band, which released the eponymous “Street Dogs” through Hellcat Records last
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year, realizes the importance of fan service, too. One track, “Fighter,” originally placed on the 2003 debut “Savin Hill,” was re-recorded for fans who could no longer find pressings of that first effort. “It’s been a signature song for us and a song that a lot of our fans gravitated towards,” McColgan said. “The availability of the ‘Savin Hill’ record is not great. In punk rock, a lot of pure fans want that physical copy, and we just wanted to give back a little bit.” With five releases in nine years, McColgan predicts Street Dogs will re-enter the studio in the spring of 2012. “We just want to have a body of work that gives us a reputable legacy. To me, legacy is way more important than success. I could give a rat’s ass if we’re ever successful or not. Legacy is what means something to me.”
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ut of 68 scheduled acts to perform at the Van’s Warped Tour on July 14, only one is a Scranton-based band. Motionless In White, a hardcore metal band that is signed to Fearless Records in Orlando, Fla., has had major success in the music scene around the country headlining tours and festivals over the past five years.
MIW — singer Chris Cerulli, keyboardist Joshua Balz, lead guitar Richard Olson and drummer Angelo Parente — will play on the Ernie Ball stage on the east coast leg of this year’s festival. Cerulli, who phoned in right before leaving for the tour, said he has mixed feelings about going out for their longest string of Warped dates. “It’s definitely the hardest tour ever,” he explained. “It makes me disgusted when bands that have a bus complain about Warped Tour because all they have to do is come out of their air conditioning for 30 minutes and play a set, then maybe do one signing. “While on the other hand, we’re always walking around meeting people, and really connecting with as many fans as we possibly can. We have done it in a van, without a driver and without a production crew. We’ve driven through the entire night and been through hell. But nothing good comes easy, so I guess to play in front of that many people, you have to pay your dues.” The band’s hard work has recently paid off. Their latest album, “Creatures,” debuted on the Billboard 200 charts, and is still climbing. MIW has been a common name on other festival
bills, too, most recently earning a slot on Bamboozle at Giant’s Stadium in May 2011. Cerulli could not be happier with the December release. “This is the first group of music we are truly excited about,” he said. “All of the other music we were happy about, but it just wasn’t quite there yet. This record is finally what we wanted to be doing and what we’ve always wanted to accomplish as a band. It’s all dark and scary, and everything we want.” For as difficult as it may be to survive Warped Tour, the band could not be happier to be considered for this year’s tour. “It’s just a matter of reaching as many people as we can,” explained Cerulli. “You always have to compete with other bands playing at the same time at the other stages. We just want people to walk by and notice us and at the same time connect with our current fans. “Warped has always been about showing the best possible bands at that time. At times it was punk rock. This year it’s leaning towards metal and hiphop, but it’s still always the best current acts in the ‘underground’ scene, if you will. And that just makes us basically honored to be able to continue to play it.” All of the fame and opportunities have not changed the Scranton boys’ attitudes either. They’re still grounded and remember why they play music. “We don’t want to see a million records; it’s just about playing honest music we believe in and finding people who believe in it, too. I think there are a lot of people out there who believe the same things that I do, and I think without music, none of us would be able to deal with them. That’s the sole reason I do what I do - to give people something to relate to.”
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All joking aside, Street Dogs, formed in 2002 after McColgan’s brief history as a Boston city fire fighter, continues on its third run on the Warped Tour including a stop in Scranton on Thursday, July 14, where they will play on the AP/Tilly’s stage. McColgan said he enjoys the festival tour for the same reasons fans often do - the opportunity to check out bands like Lionize, Against Me!, Big D and the Kids Table and discovering new acts like Bad Rabbits and Sharks. Despite the fun, there’s a lot of hard work to accomplish. “It sort of is a boot camp,” McColgan said. “Every day, around 9:30 a.m., you’re finding out what time you’re going to go on stage. That could be anywhere from 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., so you have to be flexible and be ready to go at the drop of a hat… There’s a lot of hard work that goes into it, for sure.” Throughout their career, Street Dogs have carried a proworker mentality through their music – something that McCol-
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Hell hath no fury like a fanboy scorned, and if there’s one way to scorn comic book fans, it’s by making dramatic changes to their favorite characters. DC Comics plans to do just that in September by re-launching over 50 major titles in their catalog, including those that center around flagship characters like Batman and Superman. Each will start again at issue number one, effectively ending all previous stories and starting fresh. This means that some of these cultural icons will undergo minor alterations, like updated costumes, while others will have their origins overhauled completely. While some readers are eager to see these superheroes, many in existence for over 70 years, re-imagined for the 21st century, others are ready to take to the streets, or at least the conventions, in protest. Disgruntled fans are planning a “lighthearted” protest walk at the San Diego Comic Con on July 23 to express their displeasure with the groundbreaking decision. Over 400 fans have already agreed to march via Facebook, and while it may initially seem silly to hold such a demonstration over fictional characters, I can appreciate why they feel the way they do. I’ve been reading comics for the majority of my life, over 20 years, so to say that I feel a kinship with my favorite characters would probably be an
INFINITE IMPROBABILITY RICH HOWELLS understatement. As entire universes and histories were established over decades of work, literary nerds like myself could really pick the brains of these characters and truly get to know them. I not only knew where they came from, but why they were going in the direction that they were. I believed in them, I cheered for them, but more importantly, I knew them. To have their lives simply end one day and then be replaced by imposters in similar get-ups doesn’t just feel wrong. It feels like a superhuman slap in the face. While starting over seems like the logical thing to do as these stories get harder to write, where is the reward for loyal readers? Do we even get an ending to those “old” stories, and if so, could any conclusion possibly live up to the incredible expectations fans would place on them? It seems like anything would be a copout at this point. I grew up with Marvel Comics, specifically the X-Men and Spider-Man, so I’ve been through something sort of similar. In 2000, Marvel launched its Ultimate universe, a separate series that retold the stories of Marvel characters with a modern spin. Sound familiar? Some of these stories were interesting, like the more mature take on the Avengers called “The Ultimates.” Others were simply excuses to rehash old stories that had been told by better writers years before. Marvel had created this alternate universe to appeal to See HOWELLS, Page 27
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County concert series continues through Aug. 6 Saturday concerts in July will include two different performers on Courthouse Square starting at 5:30 p.m. The St. Luke’s venue will feature one performer starting at 7 p.m. The series will also include two concerts in August that are affiliated with the Scranton Jazz Festival. Through the generous work of Scranton Tomorrow, various downtown restaurants will again offer dinner specials to concert goers, including Carmen’s at the Radisson, City Café, Farley’s Eat-
ery & Pub, Pizza by Pappas and Casey’s Corner at the Hilton. Following is the remainder of the Downtown Summer Concert Series at Courthouse Square schedule: Saturday, July 16 Courthouse Square: The Gene Dempsey Orchestra, 5:30 to 7 p.m., and The Bog Swing Group, 7:30 to 9 p.m. St. Luke’s: Jay Steveskey and Ed Wargo (classical guitar and flute), 7 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, July 23 Courthouse Square: John Stan-
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Lackawanna County and the city of Scranton have once again partnered for the second annual free Downtown Summer Concert Series at Courthouse Square each Saturday through Aug. 6. This year, a second venue has been added at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 232 Wyoming Ave. The series, which kicked off on July 3 with fireworks and a performance by the Northeastern Pennsylvania Philharmonic and continued with concerts by The Poets and Shawn Klush on Courthouse Square and the Mark Montella Band at St. Luke’s Church. The goal of the six-week concert series is to attract people of all ages and interests to the downtown on the weekend for shopping, dining and entertainment.
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f you’re bright enough to count your change at the popcorn stand, you’re too smart to see “Horrible Bosses.” This misbegotten mess mashes the “three-nitwits-on-an-adventure” template of the “Hangover” movies into a workplace comedy-slash-vigilante fantasy. With indifferent direction, repetitive action and gags that belong in the Comedy Ancient History Museum, this dreary, joke-thin film is pitched well south of the lowest common denominator. Somewhere around Antarctica, perhaps.
Jason Bateman, Jason Sudeikis and Charlie Day play downtrodden workers who decide to terminate their obnoxious employers, permanently. The premise could have made for a fun-bad romp, but the production is boring-bad. The fact that this lukewarm entertainment could attract such a high-profile cast (including two Oscar winners, sev-
eral beloved TV performers and a pair of surprise cameos by iconic older actors) is a measure of how debased American film comedy has become. Bateman, who has been coasting for years on the goodwill he earned in “Arrested Development,” deSee BOSSES, Page 26
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rom his various team-ups with Adam Sandler to “Paul Blart: Mall Cop,” Kevin James hurls himself at the physical shtick and never lets on that he knows he’s not making art. In “Zookeeper,” James and his stuntdoubles take a pounding — pratfalls, bicycle spills, porcupine pokes. It’s a kidfriendly romantic comedy, a “Night at the Museum” at the zoo. With slapstick and sincerity, James buys into REVIEW the idea that he’s a friend What: “Zookeepto animals, big and small, er” Starring: Kevin and that a guy with his James, Rosario limited prospects and his Dawson, Leslie Bibb and the lineman-gone-to-seed voices of Sylvesphysique has a shot — ter Stallone and Cher several shots — at a beauDirected by: Frank Coraci ty like Leslie Bibb. Running time: It’s a talking-animals 104 minutes Rated: PG for comedy, as the hapless some rude and Griffin (James), zookeepsuggestive humor and laner at Franklin Park Zoo, guage receives advice to the ★★ lovelorn from the critters in his charge. The animals have always kept to “the code,” enforced by Joe the Lion (Sylvester Stallone): No talking to humans. But we’ve seen Griffin flame out with the fair Stephanie (Bibb) in an epic proposal scene that opens the movie. And the animals have heard Griffin go on and on about this woman for years. Enough is enough. If the friendly zookeeper can’t close the deal, the animal kingdom will pitch in and get him up to speed on what they know by instinct — the mating game.
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Joe the Lion suggests “cutting her from the herd,” getting her away from her current boyfriend (Joe Rogan, an over-the-top boor). Joe’s lioness wife (Cher) talks up the idea of making Stephanie jealous. The bears offer advice on becoming a predator. And “Lead with your puddin’ cup,” Jerome and Bruce (Jon Favreau and Faizon Love) declare. Yeah, it means what you think. The capuchin monkey (Adam Sandler, doing a very funny voice) is lost in reveries about having a thumb. “I’ve been blessed.” And the elephant (Judd Apatow) has the same solution for any awkward moment: “Flee. Fleeing is the new fighting.” All along, Griffin can’t see how sweet and seemingly available the zoo’s eagle expert and vet (Rosario Dawson) is. She’s into guys who are into animals. “You’re like the frickin’ hippo whisperer,” she cracks. Director Frank Coraci, a veteran of Adam Sandler’s comic style (“The Waterboy”), is more at home with the slapstick than the wouldbe romance or the movie’s darker subtext. Bernie (Nick Nolte), a forlorn gorilla, has long been kept in a cave so he can’t repeat his attack on a cruel zookeeper (Donnie Wahlberg). The film’s silliest scenes involve Griffin dragging Bernie along to Bernie’s dream eatery, T.G.I. Friday’s, where Bernie, supposedly on his way to a costume party, is a hit. The film’s mix of digital critters and real animals results in far too many shots of this beast or that standing alone in the shot, mouth moving, cracking jokes. But the cuddly, ever-put-upon James takes his comic lumps like a man. His Griffin suffers injuries and indignities and lets us laugh at him as he does. No matter where the script wanders and where the direction founders, at some point, James’ comic instincts take over. And this time, they don’t let him down.
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serves to have that pass revoked, shredded and set afire. As the yes-man to an ubercreep executive (Kevin Spacey), Bateman makes an utterly unsympathetic corporate toady who is drinking buddies with Sudeikis and Day. We never learn the basis of their friendship; clear exposition is not the script’s strong suit, and please don’t ask me what is. You could find more literate, character-driven entertainment on a TV shopping channel. In any event, the boys’ beerfests devolve into misery-lovescompany work related gripe sessions. Jason No. 2 works for a hostile cokehead (Colin Farrell, over the top in the sort of gross guy makeup that turned Tom Cruise bald and paunchy in “Tropic Thunder”). Day plays a dental assistant who is devoted to his fiancee and sexually harassed nonstop by his vampish employer (Jennifer Aniston, who — gasp — says naughty words). With Bateman underplaying to the verge of invisibility, Sudeikis doing a one-note turn as an overage frat boy and the excitable Day piping his
REVIEW What: “Horrible Bosses” Starrring: Jason Bateman, Jason Sudeikis, Charlie Day, Kevin Spacey, Colin Farrell, Jennifer Aniston Directed by: Seth Gordon Rated: R for crude and sexual content, pervasive language and some drug material ★
lines like a tea kettle, our heroes are every bit as hard to like as their workplace superiors. When one suggests that a few assassinations would improve workplace morale, the boys head to a ghetto bar in search of a killer for hire. Jamie Foxx steps up as a tattooed tough guy who charges them a fortune in exchange for homicide advice any casual viewer of “Law & Order” could provide. Thus illequipped, the saps set off on a lighthearted killing spree. Naturally, fate thwarts their plans. “Horrible Bosses” is too timid to lead anywhere truly dark and disquieting. Veering into troubling territory would imply a respect for the audience’s intelligence that this film entirely lacks. With their bosses dead or defeated, the boys end up with their happily ever after (more or less) and clean hands. Final score: Murder One, Audience Zero.
Charlie Day, left, endures a barrage of sexual harassment situations from Jennifer Aniston in "Horrible Bosses."
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CRANTON – A new summer science program for children at Marywood University hopes to instill curiosity and foster a love for science at an early age. Chris Fryer, a professor at Marywood, has been interested in opening a summer academy at the college since she started teaching there in 2004.
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WHAT: “Kids on Campus” summer science program WHERE: Marywood University, McGowan Center WHEN: 9 a.m. to noon, July 11-15 COST: $100 program fee plus $15 supply fee MORE INFO: Contact Chris Fryer at (570) 242-1957 or csfryer@marywood.edu
She said she hopes to see more educational summer programs in the future. “Parents knew we had Kids on Campus years ago. This will remind them that we have things for children,” Fryer said, adding that she knows parents are interested in providing their children with fun and educational outlets. Children enrolled in the summer science program will be at Marywood from 9 a.m. to noon from July 11 to 15 in the McGowan Center. Depending on its success, another week may be added to the program in August. The program is also expected to continue next summer as well.
only get a few sequels before the story is over. In comics, we’ve been allowed to follow the same characters through their whole lives, sometimes through our entire lives. It’s a form of entertainment that’s as unique as its fan base, but maybe the honeymoon is finally over as our little cult hobby becomes more and more mainstream. It could be selfish for me to say, but I honestly don’t care if my Superman isn’t good enough for some snot-nosed brat who doesn’t feel like reading his back story. Making Clark younger or updating his costume isn’t going to make someone who never cared about superhero comics suddenly care about them. The big blockbuster movie adaptations have done enough to pander to these transient crowds. Now it’s time that “The Big Two” appreciate the fans they’ve already got.
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methods for promoting and helping Marley’s Mission are currently being planned. July 6 marked the first anniversary of the organization, and Loposky said the experience and rapid growth has been like a roller coaster ride. She said she dreams that the mission that was formed after her family faced a personal tragedy in 2009 will ascend to a national level. “I’d love to see equine assisted therapy all over the U.S.,” she said. “Anywhere there’s a children’s center, they pretty much need it.” The mission has helped around 70 children from six different counties to recover from neglect, abuse, loss of a loved one and many types of trauma since its inception. People from the ages of four to 22 have sought and received help through the unique form of therapy, including the animals themselves. “The person and the horse need the connection,” said Loposky. “Instead of sitting on a couch talking about it, that person is moving, trying to figure it out their problems with a 1,500-pound animal. We focus on body awareness, post-traumatic stress, flashbacks, how your body relates and how the horses relates to the damage you’re in. “If you can conquer that, then you’ve got it.” Loposky predicts more positive things for the children and families that Marley’s Mission has helped. Along with individual cases, the group has effectively raised awareness for child abuse and related tragedies. To help continue the progress, Marley’s Mission are currently in the running for a Pepsi Refresh Everything grant that will offset staff payroll, building maintenance and care for the horses. Votes are being accepted online at http://pep.si/mQI2KK. “I’m so thankful for the community because without it, I wouldn’t be able to recover,” Loposky said. “And because of the community, 70plus families are starting the healing process.”
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new readers who were either confused by the decades of old stories or simply too lazy to catch up on them all. Either way, that plan fell through after the writing, and therefore, sales declined. The only smart thing Marvel did through this whole mess was to keep its original comics going. Other than what I’ve been told here or there, I’ve been able to virtually ignore the Ultimate comics and just focus on continuing the stories I grew up with. The Captain America I was about reading 20 years ago is the same guy still kicking Nazi butt now. With DC’s plan, it’s like those stories never even happened. While technically nothing in fiction really happens, it hap-
pened in the minds of fans. If it’s one thing audiences have learned from Hollywood, it’s that remakes are almost always terrible, and the reason they’re so awful is because the studios often forget what made the originals so great in the first place. In the same vein, Marvel recruited some of the best creators in the business to “re-imagine” their biggest characters, but once that initial launch was over, they quickly lost sight of what made their original creations so lovable and enduring. No matter how great these launch titles are, I’m afraid that DC might make the same fatal mistake, and the sad thing is they won’t have their original comics to fall back on like Marvel did. Maybe comic geeks have been spoiled all this time. If you read a book series, the tale eventually ends. If you watch a TV show, it ultimately gets cancelled, even if it’s “Law & Order.” If you enjoy a movie, you may
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“I really wanted to do something hands on in science because I actually teach in the education department here, and I teach future teachers how to teach science,” said Fryer. “I thought it’d be really fun for children to come on campus and go to college for a week and do something academic, fun, and hands on.” During the summer program, children will create geysers and volcanoes; dissect owl pellets and more. All activities are designed to be educational,
fun and hands-on. Another unique activity will have the programs children making their own healthy, science-related snacks. “Most people are intimidated by science,” Fryer said. “If we instill a love for science in young children, it will give them a great attitude for it as they get into it in the middle school years when it gets really challenging. It gives them that basis and foundation of content they’ll use in the future.” The program will benefit future students as much as it will future teachers. Depending on the size of classes, Fryer, and program educator Francine Kevra may involve some Marywood students who are in the education program at the college. Fryer believes the week-long program would be a good learning experience for them, as well. Fryer aims to pique curiosity in the small scientists and arm them with knowledge on how to conduct research so they can continue learning well after the program is complete.
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el, something you may not be able to do on other tours. “You can actually shake their hand, look them in eye and say, ‘Hey, thanks for buying my record.’ And that still means a lot to most people.” It’s not uncommon to get the opportunity to shake hands with adored artists, either. Many participate in impromptu activities at stands like this year’s Go Lackawanna/Weekender Party Deck at the Toyota Pavilion at Montage Mountain where you can find some of the year’s top acts playing acoustic sets and signing autographs. Both Go Lackawanna and the Weekender are publications of Impressions Media. Some acts even find it the best ways to gain new fans. “It’s a 10-hour plus day in the sun, every single day,” former Taking Back Sunday frontman Fred Mascherino, currently with Terrible Things, said. “Everyone is hot and thirsty, and we all just kind of connect on a personal level. I think we made most of our fans on this tour based on that. We’re suffering with them, then we got on stage and they say, ‘Hey, those are the people I was just complaining with for the last hour.’ We all just relate.” All in all, it may not be the easiest concert to survive, but at the end of the day it’s an experience to remember.
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Fireworks explode near Scranton’s Electric City sign on July 3.
housands converged on Courthouse Square on Sunday, July 3, to enjoy a fireworks display sponsored by Lackawanna County, the city of Scranton and Entercom Communications. Festivities began at 3 p.m. with face painting and rides for children,
continued with live performances by Graces Downfall, Mike Miz and Jason Jones, and culminated with a patriotic performance by the Northeastern Pennsylvania Philharmonic followed by a fireworks display choreographed to patriotic songs and contemporary hits.
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very musician has their first memory of why they decided to play music. Sometimes it comes from a parent playing a Beatles album or from their first concert, but for Matt Balas of Red Red Indicator, it was when he was 11 years old and his cousin copied him a Rancid cassette tape. Balas then saved up money from his paper route to buy his first electric guitar and amplifier, and has been playing music ever since. He has been in seven bands, toured all the U.S. and
most of the U.K., and can play just about every traditional instrument. On July 15, Balas will showcase his talents when he performs at the Vintage Theater with No Service Project and Mad Conductor. This show is more than a typical concert for Balas though, originally from Freeland. It’s more of a reunion show with a group of friends, he said. “I played drums with Mad Conductor a few years ago,” said Balas. “I actually toured in both the U.S. and U.K. with them. Then I played guitar in No Service Project, played drums on an album, and toured with them as well.” Balas, the current singer and guitar
player in his project Red Red Indicator - which also includes guitarist Kevin McHugh, bassist Marc Balas, and drummer Ryan Malloy – began their new effort about a year ago. They have a four-song EP available at redredindicator.bandcamp.com titled “I’m Not Product,” which was recorded solely by Balas before the band was formed, and they’re currently working towards their debut full length album. The “progressive punk” act, as described by Balas, includes bits and pieces of Rancid, Joe Strummer, Rush and some Foo Fighters and Green Day.
The band’s hustle since their start has allowed them to share the stage with Celtic punk-rock band Flatfoot 56 a few months ago. They often accept whatever opportunities to play that they can get. “It’s hard to find shows these days,” Balas explained. “The independent music scene is, I don’t want to say it, but kind of (expletive). It’s honestly hard to find shows. I’ve had more luck booking tours around the country then shows in this area. “I just have to remember I love playing music and that’s what we all want to do.” COURTESY PHOTO
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1. Division Street Revival played popular covers in front of the old Ritz Theatre. 2. Dave Keiper shows off his car’s engine on Wyoming Ave. 3. Ward and Kerry Roe. 4. Nina Davidowitz stands by her acrylic paintings at Marquis Art and Frame. 5. Melissa Faatz, center, enjoyed First Friday with Julianna Angerson, left, and Caydence Faatz. 6. Juggler Robert Smith tosses flaming torches on Courthouse Square.
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irst Friday Scranton, held July 1, included 30 venues and a variety of works including silk screen and relief prints by Mark Ciocca at Carmen’s Wine Bar, 700 Lackawanna Ave., painted glass by John Nelson at The Crazy Pineapple, 317 Linden St., and a combination of works by Danielle Sheerin, Marisa Levine and Kendra Mueller at Kildare’s, 119 Jefferson Ave. Artists and venues who wish to be placed on the map for the upcoming First Friday, Aug. 5, must submit their data by July 22. Visit www.firstfridayscranton.com for details.
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Members of Friends of the Forgotten Northeast Wing and Rolling Thunder PA Chapter 3 gathered outside St. Luke’s Episcopal Church on Wyoming Avenue.
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est Scranton and Green Ridge advanced to the District 11 American Legion baseball championship series by sweeping best-of-three semifinals Tuesday and Wednesday. After going unbeaten in the regular season, West Scranton swept South Scranton, winning the opener, 6-1, at home and the second game, 11-3, on the road.
Green Ridge beat Abington VFW, 5-1, at Scranton High School then, 10-3, at Abington Heights High School. Green Ridge had
finished a game behind Abington in the regular season with a 10-6 record. The finalists were scheduled to open the championship series Saturday night at Battaglia-Cawley Field, West Scranton’s home field. West Scranton opened the postseason by beating South Scranton Tuesday with the help of Will Fletcher’s two-run homer off Lackawanna College pitcher Tyler Buckley in the second inning. Stephen Sunday finished 3-for-3 with two doubles. James Dunning went the distance for the pitching win. Nick Grogan followed up Dunning with a complete game at South Scranton the next day. Tom Richards led the offense with a pair See LEGION, Page 36
ABOVE: South’s Jon Palochko hits for a double. LEFT: West Scranton’s Stephen Sunday takes second on a wild pitch as South Scranton’s Matt Hark leaps to catch the throw from home.
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Emily Holtsmaster struck out 15 Tuesday to lead North Pocono to a 10-8 victory over Old Forge in the District 17 9-10-year-old softball championship game. Ashley Dunn led North Pocono with two hits. Hannah Acevedo had a hit and scored half of the runs for Old Forge. North Pocono finished 4-0 in the tournament.
JUNIOR LEAGUE SOFTBALL Christy Mathewson won the title by winning two straight games from Old Forge, the only other team entered in the event. Christy Mathewson won, 8-5, Tuesday and, 12-2, Wednesday. LITTLE LEAGUE (11-12) BASEBALL Abington National and Connell Park/East Scranton advanced to the See POCONO, Page 36
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ABOVE: Dunmore’s Richie Grippi rounds second in the first inning of Wednesday’s game. LEFT: Dunmore’s Christopher Murry waits for the throw as South Scranton’s Devin Lynch slides into second.
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winners’ bracket final by winning games in a doubleheader Wednesday night in Dunmore. Sam Arnold had three hits, including a home run as Abington National remained unbeaten through five games in the tournament with a 5-1 victory over West Scranton. Collin Huggler, Matt Mecca and Corey Justave also homered for Abington National. Matt Hughes was the winning pitcher. Cole Stetzar had two hits for West Scranton. Brian Burgess had two hits, one of which produced the game-winning RBI in the bottom of the seventh inning to lift Connell Park/East Scranton over Abington American, 2-1. Nick Montoro was the winning pitcher. Jake Swank hit a home run for Abington American, which had gone 4-0 while winning Pool B. Double-elimination play started a night earlier with West Scranton defeating North Pocono, 5-3, and Connell Park/ East Scranton downing Dunmore, 7-3. JUNIOR LEAGUE BASEBALL North Pocono won its third straight game to emerge from the winners’ bracket. Tyler Fisch had three hits in the latest win, 12-7, over West Scranton. Josh Misiura, Jon Boruta and winning pitcher Matt Nawrocki doubled. Mike Stine, who had a triple, joined Jonathan Morris and Tyler Trama with two hits each for West Scranton. J.P. Walsh had three hits, including a triple, for North Pocono in its previous game, a 9-7 victory over Christy Mathewson. Christy Mathewson remained alive Wednesday with a 6-5 victory over South Scranton. Liam Daugherty scored three times and Brian Kearney had two hits for Chris-
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of homers, including a grand slam, and six RBI. South Scranton went beyond the scheduled end of the regular season to earn its playoff berth. Dunmore had a 9-2 win over South Scranton overturned when a protest about the use of an illegal bat was upheld. The two teams were then 7-8 and needed to play out the protested game to de-
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Victoria Munley pitches for South Scranton on Wednesday.
ty Mathewson. Jason Guthrie was the winning pitcher. Anthony Tooson singled and doubled for South Scranton. The win gave Christy Mathewson a game against West Scranton for a title shot against North Pocono.
Mark Murphy had four hits, Tyler Patchoski added two and Ryan Welsh threw a two-hitter for West Scranton. West Scranton then defeated South Scranton, 10-3, to reach the final where it would need two straight wins over North Pocono to take the title.
SENIOR LEAGUE BASEBALL Ryan Scheerer threw a one-hitter Sunday when North Pocono shut out South Scranton, 11-0, in five innings in the winners’ bracket final. Jordan McGuire had four hits and J.J. Dombroski had three for North Pocono. Each had a double. Connor Jordan had the only hit for South Scranton. West Scranton pounded Abington, 11-0, in five innings in the same doubleheader at Battaglia-Cawley Field.
10-11 BASEBALL North Pocono won its first two games to take the Pool A lead and Abington National did the same in Pool B. North Pocono defeated both Dunmore and Abington American by 15-3 scores. Abington National defeated Old Forge, 8-1, and Connell Park/East Scranton, 11-2. West Scranton won its opener against Connell Park/East Scranton, 9-2, Tuesday. Griffin Gilroy was the winning pitcher with help from doubles by James Fen-
termine fourth place and the league’s final playoff berth. South Scranton was down, 3-2, when the game resumed in the middle of the sixth inning and went on to win, 4-3, in eight innings. The championship series has the second game scheduled for today at Scranton High School. If Game Three is necessary, it will be Monday at Battaglia-Cawley Field. The District 11 winner advances to the Region 5 Tournament in Bloomsburg July 16-20.
drick and Avery McAuliffe. Ronnie James doubled twice in the loss. Old Forge then defeated West Scranton, 6-4, the next day. 9-10 BASEBALL North Pocono made it to Thursday as the tournament’s only unbeaten. After winning Pool B, North Pocono defeated Abington American, 15-3, and West Scranton, 15-5, in elimination games. Connell Park/East Scranton won Pool A with a 4-0 record, but lost to West Scranton, 8-4. It then earned a shot at North Pocono in the final by bouncing back to defeat Abington American, 6-2, and West Scranton, 20-11. As winners’ bracket survivor, North Pocono had two chances to beat Connell Park/East Scranton and claim the title. West’s Mike Zaccheo slides safe into home as South’s Matt Kortaway attempts to make the play during Tuesday’s game.
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cranton’s Dave Morgan and Clarks Summit’s James Cianci will try to add to their unbeaten records Saturday when Mixed Martial Arts makes its debut at the Mohegan Sun Arena in WilkesBarre Saturday night. Mixed Martial Arts Super Sports (MASS) Productions presents Inauguration, the new organization’s first card. Main event fighter Jim Hettes, Morgan and Cianci are among those who built much of their early careers around Northeast MMA’s Cage Fights 1 through 8. They will try to continue moving up through the ranks while the sport itself also tries to succeed on a higher level with a move to a significantly larger venue.
“We took some of the best local talent and matched it up with some of the best fighters from other areas,” said Jonathan Kernis, who along with Mike Malast, owns MMAmelee.com and started MASS Productions. Kernis said he believes that Malast, 27, is the youngest licensed MMA promoter in the country. Hettes, from Swoyersville, is 7-0 as a pro. Including his amateur bouts, the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu specialist is 11-0 with 10 firstround submissions. Jacob Kirwan, from Maryland, will oppose Hettes. Kirwan is 8-2 as a pro after winning a Ring of Combat featherweight title in February in Atlantic City.
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Rex Harris, a former Wilkes University wrestler, will make his MMA professional debut at Inauguration on July 16 at the Mohegan Sun Arena.
He also won all three of his amateur fights. Morgan, Cianci and Chase Owens, who joined Morgan in winning pro fights during Cage Fight 8 at Riverfront Sports in Scranton June 26, are all 2-0 as professionals. Morgan and Cianci were each 3-0 as amateurs before beginning their pro careers. Morgan, a 135-pounder, will face Steven Baker (2-4) from Delaware.
Cianci, who competes at 145 pounds, will face Ryan Harder (3-1) of York. “James is real well-rounded,” Kernis said. “He’s a hard-worker who sets a terrific pace.” Owens will take on Rex Harris, a former Wilkes University wrestler, who is ready to make his MMA professional debut. Harris is 3-0 in amateur MMA bouts and is also unbeaten in boxing and kickboxing.
The other scheduled professional bouts are Jay Haas (9-6) vs. Nicholas Bleser (3-4), Joseph Henle (4-0-1) vs. Lewis Rumsey (5-5) and Elder Ramos vs. Diego Peclat (1-2). Henle is a former Ultimate Fighter contestant. Tickets are priced at $35, $45, $60, $80 and $150 and can be purchased at the Mohegan Sun at Casey Plaza box office or through www.ticketmaster.com.
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a different look. “You’re asking the SAM (strong-side) linebacker to set the edge more and have the defensive end in tighter, be a more physical player for us rather than having the defensive end wider in that position. That just changes things. “It changes ... how an offense attacks that front, especially in the run game. (That) is what we’re trying to do, especially with the front, having bigger guys inside rather than pass-rush guys inside.” While he waits for his shot at the situations that go with being a new head coach, Munchak has already enjoyed the experience of his first draft as a head coach. “For me, it was an awesome experience that went about as well as it probably could,” he said. “I have nothing else to compare it to. This was my first shot at it.” Munchak will eventually get his chance to mold the Titans offense and defense to the plans of attack settled on by his staff. The first shot at leading his players through meetings, practices and onto the field for games will have to wait for now.
County runners tackle W-B YMCA event James Maloney, 22, of Scranton finished third overall with a time of 16:18 at the Wilkes-Barre YMCA 3-Mile Run on July 4.
Miners set fall ball tryouts The Scranton Miners will have tryouts for their fall baseball season. Ages 9-under through 12under will have tryouts July 16 from 9 a.m. to noon and July 17 from 1-4 p.m. at East Scranton Fields. For more information, contact scrantonminersbaseball@gmail.com.
West Siders give PSU a lift By DEREK LEVARSE dlevarse@timesleader.com
Penn State offensive lineman Eric Shrive had surpassed a $25,000 fundraising mark as of Friday evening for the football team’s Lift for Life event, which benefits the Kidney Cancer Association. “Shrive, I don’t know where he got the money,” hopeful starting quarterback and fel-
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Basketball tournament is July 30-31 Backcourt Hoops and Lackawanna County will present their annual 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament at PNC Field in Moosic July 30-31. An entry fee of $80 for youth teams and $100 for adult teams of up to five players includes T-shirts for team members and a minimum of three scheduled games. Entry forms, which are available at www.backcourthoops.com, must be received by July 25. Late entries, with an additional $25 fee, will be accepted on a space available basis if hand-delivered to Backcourt Hoops by 9 a.m. July 27.
Kathleen Druther, 20, of Clarks Summit was fourth among women in 18:41 and won the female 16-20 age group. Paul Leonard of Scranton was sixth in 16:36 and won the male 46-50 age group. James Drogalis of Old Forge was second in the male 21-25 age group; George Dunbar of Old Forge was second in male 46-50; Ed Zindell of Jermyn won the male 61 and over division; Elizabeth Hunter of Dunmore was second in female 21-25; and Cathy Dragwa of Mayfield was second in the female 36-40 age group. The race drew 438 runners.
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low West Sider Matt McGloin deadpanned. “I think he stole it or something.” McGloin, who raised $400 for the effort, was confident he’d be back under center this season. “In my mind, I’m the guy to beat. Obviously there’s an open competition, but that’s just the way I approach things.”
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Whelan out, Montero doubtful for all-stars By TOM ROBINSON For Go Lackawanna
The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees’ season full of transactions continued with a large batch on Wednesday. A total of seven players were involved in transactions that day before the Yankees went out and slipped behind the Pawtucket Red Sox and into third place in the International League North Division. The team made 17 moves in the first six days of July, bringing its season total to 110 transactions. The biggest move involved catcher Jesus Montero going on the disabled list with stiffness in his back. The move jeopardizes Montero’s chances of appearing in the Triple-A All-Star Game Wednesday. A day earlier, the International League had announced that Yankees pitcher Kevin Whelan, Columbus infielder Luis Valbuena and Gwinnett pitcher Julio Teheran would not play for its team in the all-star game. Whelan, the league leader in saves, is also on the disabled list. Montero is hitting .289 with seven home runs and 33 RBI in 70 games. Scranton/Wilkes-Barre got outfielder Chris Dickerson and pitcher Buddy Carlyle back after they were optioned from the parent New York Yankees. Dickerson hit .300, going 6for-20 and scoring five runs, while making 30 appearances in New York. He is second on Scranton/Wilkes-Barre with eight stolen bases while batting .246 in 31 games. Carlyle was 0-1 with a 4.70 earned run average in eight relief appearances in New York where he struck out nine and gave up just five hits but was hurt by seven walks in 7 2/3 innings. With Scranton/WilkesBarre, he is 0-2 with a 4.50 ERA in 14 games, including two starts, but has shown much better control with 25 strikeouts and just eight walks in 28 innings. Infielder Mike Lamb joined Montero by shifting to the DL. Lamb hit .255 in 11 games. Catcher P.J. Pilittere was acti-
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Lehigh Valley baserunner Rich Thompson #24 gets back to the bag as Yankees first baseman Jorge Vazquez eaits for the ball during a game Tuesday.
vated from the disabled list, lefthanded starting pitcher Shaeffer Hall was sent to Class AA Trenton and pitcher Kanekoa Texeira was released. Pilittere is hitting .220 with three homers and 10 RBI in 13 games. Hall made his only appearance for the team Monday when he started against the first-place Lehigh Valley IronPigs and got the win by allowing two runs in 6 1/3 innings. Texeira, who had been on the disabled list since June 8, allowed 16 hits in 4 1/3 innings and had a 22.85 earned run average in five appearances. RECORD-SETTING STREAK The Eugene Emeralds, own-
ers of the best record in minor league baseball, set a Northwest League record with their 14th straight win Tuesday night before having their streak ended Wednesday. Eugene, with Abington Heights graduate Cory Spangenberg leading the way, broke the record of 13 straight wins that was set by Rogue Valley in 1969 and matched by Walla Walla in 1973. The Emeralds fell, 11-1, to the Vancouver Canadians Wednesday to drop to 17-3. Spangenberg continued his streak of reaching base at least two times in the first 20 games of his professional career when he went 1-for-2 with two walks in the loss.
The 10th overall pick by the San Diego Padres in this year’s Major League Baseball Draft, Spangenberg is hitting a leagueleading .391. Spangenberg received his second straight Northwest League Player of the Week award. He was selected after going 11for-27 (.407) in the week ending July 3 with nine runs, six RBI, three doubles and nine walks in the seven games. AHL CHANGES The American Hockey League Board of Governors announced realignment Tuesday during its Annual Meeting in Hilton Head, S.C. The AHL will switch from a four-division format to a six-di-
vision format and will determine its playoff participants by conference rather than division. The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins will remain in the East Division and have the Binghamton Senators, Hershey Bears, Norfolk Admirals and Syracuse Crunch as division rivals. Albany and Adirondack will be part of the Northeast Division while the Charlotte Checkers, who had been another division opponent, will move to the Midwest Division. There are three teams in each conference. The three division champions and the next five teams, according to record, will make the playoffs in each conference.
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412 Autos for Sale
412 Autos for Sale
BMW `07 328xi
Rare, Exclusive Opportunity To Own...
Black with black interior. Heated seats. Back up & navigation systems. New tires & brakes. Sunroof. Garage kept. Many extras! 46,000 Miles. Asking $20,500. 570-825-8888 or 626-297-0155 Call Anytime!
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BMW `99 M3with Convertible
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Hard Top. AM/FM. 6 disc CD. 117 K miles. Stage 2 Dinan suspension. Cross drilled rotors. Cold air intake. All maintenance records available. $16,695 570-466-2630
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Autos under $5000
TOYOTA `91 CAMRY LE good condition, no reverse, 4 door, runs great, new tires $800. Mike 706-614-8020
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Autos under $5000
CADILLAC `94 DEVILLE SEDAN
94,000 miles, automatic, front wheel drive, 4 door, air conditioning, air bags, all power, cruise control, leather interior, $3,300. 570-394-9004
412 Autos for Sale
BMW `01 X5
4.4i. Silver, fully loaded, tan leather interior. 1 owner. 103k miles. $12,999 or best offer. Call 570-814-3666
CHRYSLER `05 SEBRING LX Low mileage, blue, 2 door, automatic. Excellent condition $7,000 (570) 740-7446
BMW `03 325 XI
Low mileage, 57,000 miles, automatic, all-wheel drive, 4 door, antilock brakes, air conditioning, air bags, power locks, power windows, power mirrors, power seats, cruise control, CD player, keyless entry, leather interior, moon roof, rear defroster. $11,500 (570) 239-6752
BMW `93 325 IC Convertible,
Metallic Green Exterior & Tan Interior, 5 Speed Transmission, Heated Seats. 2nd Owner, 66k Miles. Excellent Condition, Garage Kept, Excellent Gas Mileage. Carfax available. Price reduced $7,995 or trade for SUV or other. Beautiful / Fun Car. 570-388-6669
CHRYSLER 06 300C HEMI
Light green, 18,000 miles, loaded, leather, wood trim, $24,000. 570-222-4960 leave message
2002 BMW 745i
The Flagship of the Fleet New - $87,000 Midnight Emerald with beige leather interior. 61K miles. Mint condition. Loaded. Garage Kept. Navigation Stunning, Must Sell! $20,000 $18,600
26 FORD MODEL T Panel Delivery
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
From an Exotic, Private Collection
Call 570-650-0278 CADILLAC 06 STS AWD, 6 cylinder, Silver, 52,600 miles, sunroof, heated seats, Bose sound system, 6 CD changer, satellite radio, Onstar, parking assist, remote keyless entry, electronic keyless ignition, & more! $17,000 570-881-2775
FORD `07 MUSTANG
63,000 highway miles, silver, runs great, $11,500. negotiable. 570-479-2482
412 Autos for Sale
412 Autos for Sale
FORD `04 MUSTANG Mach I, 40th
ANNIVERSARY EDITION
CHEVROLET `00 CORVETTE
V8, Auto, 1,300 miles, all options, show room condition. Call for info. Asking $24,995 Serious inquiries only. 570-636-3151
To place your ad call...829-7130 V-8. 5.7 liter. 345 Horse Power. Automatic. 56,000 miles. Pewter metallic. Hatch Back. Glass top. Air conditioning. Leather interior. Power seat, locks & windows. Bose AM/FM stereo. Cassette/CD Player. Very good to excellent condition. $19,700 SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY
(570) 696-0424
CHEVROLET 06 CORVETTE CONVERTIBLE
Silver beauty, 1 Owner, Museum quality. 4,900 miles, 6 speed. All possible options including Navigation, Power top. New, paid $62,000 Must sell $45,900 570-299-9370
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. $13,750. 570-362-1910
CHEVY`96 CAMARO Silver. 42k miles. 6
cylinder auto. Fully loaded, all power, cruise, t-tops, new tires, garage kept. Female owned. Non smoker. $6,400 or best offer. Call 570-333-4958 or 570-313-9525
MAZDA 2 `11 Low mileage, 197
miles. Selling due to death in family. Lime green. Loaded. $15,500. Call 570-788-4354
FORD 02 MUSTANG
GTRedCONVERTIBLE with black
top. 6,500 miles. One Owner. Excellent Condition. $18,500 570-760-5833
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HYUNDAI `04 TIBURON GT
Blue, 5 speed manual, CD, Air, factory alarm, power windows & locks. 38K. $7,500 negotiable. Call 570-540-6236
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KIA 08 RIO LX
Sedan, automatic, low miles $11,650
560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924
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LEXUS `08 IS 250
AWD Sedan. 17,200 miles. No accidents. Perfect condition. Black with leather. V6 Automatic. Moonroof. 27 MPG. Never seen snow. $26,800 (570) 814-1436
412 Autos for Sale
412 Autos for Sale
LEXUS `98 LS 400
MINI COOPER`08 CLUBMAN Ssilver Sparkling
Excellent condition, garage kept, 1 owner. Must see. Low mileage, 90K. Leather interior. All power. GPS navigation, moon roof, cd changer. Loaded. $9,000 or best offer. 570-706-6156
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metallic. Roof and mirror caps in black. Black leather interior. Automatic steptronic paddles. Dual moon roof. Cold weather package. Dynamic stability control. Excellent Condition. 33,600 miles. Just Serviced. 30 MPG City. $20,995 (570) 472-9909 (570) 237-1062
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MERCEDES-BENZ `02 SLK-320
Red with black interior, hardtop/ convertible. REAL SHARP! Accepting Offers (570) 740-8900
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MERCEDES-BENZ `95 SL 500 Convertible, with removable hard top, dark Blue, camel interior, Summer Driving Only, Garage Kept. Very Good Condition, No Accidents. Classy Car. Price Reduced! $13,995 or trade for SUV or other. 570-388-6669
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Automatic, moonroof, AWD $10,740
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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
PORSCHE `02 BOXSTER S Great convertible,
black top, 6 speed manual transmission, carbon fiber dash, leather interior, front & rear trunk, fast & agile. $18,000 or best offer. Call 570-262-2478
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TOYOTA `93 MR2 T-top, 5 speed.
AM/FM/CD, AC, power antenna. New tires. No rust. Great condition.
$5,000
(570) 708-0269 after 6:00PM
TOYOTA 07 CAMRY LE 4 cylinder sedan, automatic $15,545
560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924
VOLKSWAGEN `04 BEETLE CONVERTIBLE
Blue. AM/FM cassette. Air. Automatic. Power roof, windows, locks & doors. Boot cover for top. 22k. Excellent condition. Garage kept. Reduced $14,000 570-822-1976 Leave Message
VOLVO `01 XC70
All wheel drive, 46,000 miles, burgundy with tan leather, complete dealer service history, 1 owner, detailed, garage kept, estate. $9,100. 570-840-3981
VOLVO 04 XC70
Cross Country, All Wheel Drive $9,982
560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924
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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
Two door hard top. 307 Motor. Needs work. Comes with additional 400 small block & many parts. $3,500. Serious inquires only. (570) 836-2574
CHEVROLET `76 PICKUP Very Good Condition! Low miles! $7500. FIRM 570-905-7389 Ask for Lee
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415 Autos-Antique & Classic
415 Autos-Antique & Classic
CHEVROLET `81 CORVETTE Very good condi-
MAZDA `88 RX-7 CONVERTIBLE
MERCEDES-BENZ `73 450SL with Convertible
tion. 350 engine, classic silver with black bottom trim, all original, registered as an antique vehicle, removable mirror tops. 66,000 miles, chrome wheels & tires in very good shape, leather interior, garage kept. Must see to appreciate. Asking $9,000 or willing to trade for a newer Pontoon boat. Call 570-545-6057
1949 DESOTO CUTOM 4 DOOR SEDAN
1 owner, garage kept, 65k original miles, black with grey leather interior, all original & never seen snow. $7,995. Call 570-237-5119
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3 on the tree with fluid drive. This All American Classic Icon runs like a top at 55MPH. Kin to Chrysler, Dodge, Plymouth, Imperial Desoto, built in the American Midwest, after WWII, in a plant that once produced B29 Bombers. In it’s original antiquity condition, with original shop & parts manuals, she’s beautifully detailed and ready for auction in Sin City. Spent her entire life in Arizona and New Mexico, never saw a day of rain or rust. Only $19,995. To test drive, by appointment only, Contact Tony at 570-899-2121 or penntech84th@ gmail.com
FORD `52 COUNTRY SEDAN CUSTOM LINE
STATION WAGON V8, automatic, 8 passenger, 3rd seat, good condition, 2nd owner. REDUCED TO $6,500. 570-579-3517
FORD `66
Mustang Coupe. Pearl white, pony interior. Pristine condition. 26K miles. $17,000 or best offer. (570) 817-6768
To place your ad call...829-7130 LINCOLN `88 TOWN CAR 61,000 original
miles, garage kept, triple black, leather interior, carriage roof, factory wire wheels, loaded, excellent condition. $5,500. Call Mike 570-237-7660
removable hard top, power windows, AM /FM radio with cassette player, CD player, automatic, 4 new tires. Champagne exterior; Italian red leather interior inside. Garage kept, excellent condition. $31,000. Call 825-6272
MERCEDES BENZ `74 450 SE
SOLID CAR! Interior perfect, exterior very good. Runs great! New tires, 68K original miles. $5,500 FIRM. 570-905-7389 Ask for Lee
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OLDSMOBILE `68 DELMONT DRASTICALLY
REDUCED!! This model only produced in 1967 & 1968. All original 45,000 miles, Color Burgundy, cloth & vinyl interior, 350 rocket engine, 2nd owner. Fender skirts, always garaged. Trophy winner at shows. Serious inquiries only, $7,500. 570-690-0727
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Boats & Marinas
CUSTOM CREST 15
Fiberglass boat with trailer. Outboard propulsion. Includes: 2 motors Erinmade, “Lark II series”
PRICE REDUCED! $2,400 NEGOTIABLE
570-417-3940
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Boat Parts/ Supplies
RIGGERS: 2 cannon uni troll down riggers swivel bases & weights avail. - $250. FISH FINDER hummingbird wide 100. $40 firm. GAS TANK: 3 gallon quicksilver plastic gas tank with fuel line $20. 570-262.0716
427
Commercial Trucks & Equipment
CHEVY 08 3500 HD DUMP TRUCK 2WD, automatic.
Only 12,000 miles. Vehicle in like new condition. $19,000. 570-288-4322
FORD 99 E350 BUCKET VAN Triton V8. 2 speed
boom; 92,000miles; $9999 or best price. Great condition. Call 570-675-3384 or 570574-7002
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Motorcycles
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Motorcycles
HARLEY DAVIDSON `03
100th Anniversary Edition Deuce. Garage kept. 1 owner. 1900 miles. Tons of chrome. $38,000 invested. A must see. Asking $18,000. OBO 570-706-6156
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Road King Classic FLHRC. Burgundy / Cream. Driver & Passenger back rest, grips, battery tender, cover. Willie G accessories. 19k miles. $14,400 or best offer. Call 262-993-4228
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Motorcycles
Kawasaki` 93 ZX11D NINJA LIKE NEW 8900 Original
miles. Original owner. V@H Exhaust and Computer. New tires. $4,100. 570-574-3584
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HSoft ARLEY DAVIDSON 80 riding FLH. King of the Highway! Mint original 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
Q-LINK LEGACY `09
250 automatic. Gun metal gray. MP3 player. $3,000. Great first motorcycle. 570-696-1156
YAMAHA `04 V-STAR 1100 Custom. 5800
miles, light bar, cobra exhaust, windshield, many extras, must sell. $4,900. Call 570-301-3433
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Motorcycles
SUZUKI `07 C50T CRUISER EXCELLENT CONDITION Windshield, Bags,
Floorboards,V&H Pipes, White walls,Garage Kept. 6K Miles $5,200 (570) 430-0357
YAMAHA 97 ROYALSTAR 1300
12,000 miles. With windshield. Runs excellent. Many extras including gunfighter seat, leather bags, extra pipes. New tires & battery. Asking $4,000 firm. (570) 814-1548
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Kawasaki` 93 ZX11D NINJA LIKE NEW 8900 Original
miles. Original owner. V@H Exhaust and Computer. New tires. $4,100. 570-574-3584
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EQUIPMENT/BOBCAT TRAILER
Brand new 2010 tandem axle, 4 wheel electric brakes, 20’ long total, 7 x 16 wood deck, fold up ramps with knees, removable fenders for oversized loads, powder coat paint for rust protection, 2 5/16 hitch coupler, tongue jack, side pockets, brake away switch, battery, 7 pole RV plugs, title & more!! Priced for quick sale. $2,995 386-334-7448 Wilkes-Barre
SUNLITE CAMPER
22 ft. 3 rear bunks, center bathroom, kitchen, sofa bed. Air, Fully self contained. Sleeps 6. New tires, fridge awning. $4500. 215-322-9845
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FLAGSTAFF `08 CLASSIC
Super Lite Fifth Wheel. LCD/DVD flat screen TV, fireplace, heated mattress, ceiling fan, Hide-a-Bed sofa, outside speakers & grill, 2 sliders, aluminum wheels, water purifier, awning, microwave oven, tinted safety glass windows, raised panel fridge & many accessories & options. Excellent condition, $22,500. 570-868-6986
SUNLINE `06 SOLARIS
Travel Trailer. 29’, mint condition, 1 slide out a/c-heat. Stove, microwave, fridge, shower inside & out. Many more extras, including hitch equipment and sway bars. Reduced. $12,500. Call 570-842-6735
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TRAVEL TRAILER 33 ft Rear queen master
bedroom, Walk thru bathroom. Center kitchen + dinette bed. Front extra large living room + sofa bed. Big View windows. Air, awning, sleeps 6, very clean, will deliver. Located in Benton, Pa. $4,900. 215-694-7497
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Trucks/ SUVs/Vans
BUICK `05 RENDEZVOUS CX HARD TO FIND!!
AWD, Fully loaded, 1 owner, 20,000 miles. Small 6 cylinder. New tires. Like new, inside & out. $14,900. Call (570) 540-0975
CHEVR0LET`02 EXPRESS
CONVERSION VAN Loaded. Low miles. Excellent condition.
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CHEVY 03 TRAILBLAZER LTZ
4WD, V6, leather, auto, moonroof $11,990
560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924
To place your ad call...829-7130 FORD `04 FREESTAR Limited. Leather. 7
passenger.Remote doors. DVD player, premium sound. Rear A/C. 57,800 miles. $8,995. Call 570-947-0771
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CHEVY 06 EQUINOX LT $12,880
560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924
DODGE 05 MAGNUM Clean Car. Local Trade-in. $12,861
560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924
To place your ad call...829-7130 DODGE 07 NITRO Low Mileage! $17,448
$18,900
570-674-3901
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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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.
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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 `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.
FORD `99 E250 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
TRUCKS FOR SALE Ford, GMC,
International-Prices starting at $2,295. Box Truck, Cab & Chassis available. Call U-haul 570-822-5536
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GMC `99 SUBURBAN
Champagne exterior, leather interior, power windows & locks, 4 wheel drive. $3,685. Call 570-362-4080
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GMC `99 TRUCK SLE PACKAGE
2 wheel drive 84,000 original miles $5,900. or best offer 570824-3096
HONDA `10 ODYSSEY
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JEEP `02 GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO
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
JEEP 09 COMMANDER $19,880
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
HONDA 08 ELEMENT Only 6,000 miles! $19,820
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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
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
KIA 05 OPTIMA LX $6,980
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MITSUBISHI `95 MONTERO SR 4WD 177,102 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, 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.
Toplaceyour adcall. .829-7130 NISSAN 06 ALTIMA S Automatic, CD, Local Trade $11,880
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FREIGHTLINER ’97 MIDROOF 475 CAT & 10 speed transmission. $12,000
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FREIGHTLINER ’99 CONDO 430 Detroit, Super 10 transmission. Asking $15,000.
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‘88 FRUEHAUF 45’ with sides. All aluminum, spread axle. $6,500.
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.
2 storage trailers. 570-814-4790
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Our busy animal hospital is looking for a motivated, dependable person to work in our client services and telephone receptionist departments. Customer service and experience answering multi-line telephones is preferred. Ability to work well with the public and attention to detail a must! Hours will include weekdays, some Saturdays and evenings. Please reply to: c/o The Times Leader Box 2615 15 N. Main St. Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0250
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The Abington Journal has immediate openings for freelance writers/news and sports correspondents to attend and report on local meetings and sports events in the newspaper coverage area. Gain clips and valuable experience for your future in journalism or writing. Report and write byline stories concerning sports, local government, school board and other public meetings. Pay commensurate with experience. Writing experience preferred. Please send resume and writing samples to:
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ELEMENTARY AUTO COLLISION SHOP Now taking MIDDLE SCHOOL applications for an Auto Body Painter. PRINCIPAL Set up and painting. Must have valid PA
The Hazleton Area School District is seeking candidates for the position of Elementary/Middle School Principal in a building housing grades K to 8. This 12 month position is available for the 2011-2012 school year. The successful candidate must be a highly motivated leader with strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Applicants must hold a PA Elementary Principal or Principal K-12 certificate and have a minimum of 10 years of teaching experience. Send a letter of interest, PA Standard Application for Teaching Position, PA teaching certificate, current resume, official college transcripts from all colleges attended, National Teacher’s Exam scores, three (3) education - related letters of recommendation, one (1) reference letter by someone outside the field of education, and Acts 34, 114 and 151 clearances to Mr. Samuel A. Marolo, Superintendent, Hazleton Area School District, 1515 West 23rd Street, Hazleton, PA 18202 by 4:00 p.m. on Monday, August 8. HASD is an EOE.
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MAINTENANCE MACHINIST
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Sapa Extruder, Inc. is looking for a skilled and experienced Maintenance Machinist with a strong background in electrical trouble shooting skills, programmable controls and electrical facets of plant maintenance activities. The opening is on 2nd shift. The successful candidate must possess the ability to diagnose and repair electrical/hydraulic problems, trouble-shoot electrical problems and knowledge of industrial hydraulics. A minimum of four years experience in a plant or comparable environment is required. Hourly starting pay range is $15.00-$18.00 and we offer an outstanding benefits package. If qualified, send a resume with salary requirements to:
Sapa Extruder, Inc. 330 Elmwood Avenue Mountain Top, PA 18707 Attn: Human Resources teresa.mandzak@sapagroup.com E.O.E.
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license & minimum of 3-5 years experience. Call for appointment. 823-2211; 8:30a-5p, Monday-Friday.
To place your ad call...829-7130 FORKLIFT MECHANIC
Action Lift, Inc., located in Pittston, PA, is the exclusive dealership for Crown and TCM forklifts for NEPA. We are seeking a full time forklift mechanic to troubleshoot, repair and diagnose Crown & other makes of lift trucks. Good written & verbal communication skills, as well as customer care skills are necessary. A valid driver’s license & the ability to safely operate lift trucks are required. Previous forklift mechanical experience or technical school graduate will be considered. We offer an excellent wage and benefits package, as well as 401K Retirement Savings Plan, paid holidays, paid vacation & much more. Apply by e-mail mermar@ actionliftinc.com, Fax (570)603-2880 or visit facility to fill out an application: Action Lift, Inc. 1 Memco Drive Pittston, PA 18640
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Janitorial/ Cleaning
EXPERIENCED CLEANERS
Part time. 10-15 hours per week. Evenings. Must have background check. $8.50/hour. Call 800-218-6184
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CDL TRUCK DRIVERS REGIONAL & OTR $0.40 per mile
Apply in person @ KEVIN RYMAN INC 620 Berwick Hazleton Highway Nescopeck, PA www. kevinryman.com
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CARETAKERS, AIDES & MEDTECHS No experience, will
train. Must have GED or diploma. 11-7 and 3-11 shifts. Send resume to: 218 N. Main Ave. Scranton, PA 18504
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Class A CDL drivers needed. Two positions available. Must have clean MVR; doubles endorsement. Home every day, off weekends. Full time local work. Call Todd 570-991-0316
Full Time/Part Time shift positions available for serving female youth in 24 hour/7 day a week residential treatment facility. Experience with youth MH/MR population is a plus. BS in social work or related field is preferred. Excellent compensation, benefits, salary. Fax resume to: 570-825-4746 or e-mail: mbyrne@ voapa.org or soconnor@ voapa.org EOE
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Dedicated Account Drivers $62K Annually, $2K Sign-On Bonus 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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FOSTER PARENTS needed! FCCY is looking for people to help meet the growing demand for foster homes. Those interested in becoming foster parents call 1-800747-3807. EOE.
Sales/Retail/ Business Development
ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE
Slick Systems, LLC is seeking an experienced Account Executive/ Sales position in the IT industry focused in NE PA. Talented selfstarters please apply online at www.slicksystems. com/contact-us/ employment.
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CLASS A CNC MILLING MACHINE OPERATOR Minimum 3 years
experience. Must be able to inspect parts during process. Part time, 20 hours weekly. $15/hour, no benefits. Shop located in Mountain Top. Call 570-868-8358 between 9am-4pm Monday-Friday
DEMAND PLANNING COORDINATOR
Local company is seeking to fill a position in their expanding demand/planning department. Candidate will encompass factory ordering, custom clearance, order fulfillment, monitoring inventory levels with a knowledge of exports. Must be able to multi-task, have good communication skills & be a team player. SAP experience a plus. Please e-mail resume to donna. reimold@forbo.com or fax 570-450-0231 Mail resumes to: HR Department Box 667 Hazleton, PA 18201 Attn: D. Reimold
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Landscaping Business For Sale
Must have 5 years experience in landscape design, retaining walls and all aspects of paver work. Includes dump truck, mini excavator, 2 skidsters, trailer & 2 snow plows with a great current snow contract. Serious inquiries only. 570-233-6880
To place your ad call...829-7130 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.
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Air Conditioners
AIR CONDITIONER 12000 BTU, professionally cleaned inside, coolant topped off, start capacitor replaced, runs like new! $75. 570-824-0354 AIR CONDITIONER, 8000 BTU, Samsung, used 2 summers, 5 year warranty, remote control, cannot use with new windows, energy efficient, $100. Cash only 570-2889936 between 10am -9pm. AIR CONDITIONER: Gold remote, works great used one summer 5250 btus $75. G.E. works great, remote used one summer 5250 btus, $75. $130. for both. 822-8957
To place your ad call...829-7130 AIR CONDITIONERS Kenmore 12,000 BTU new power saver electronic control, paid $400 each. Asking $300 each. 212-8445
AIR CONDITIONERS Sharp comfort touch, digital, 12,000 BTU. Amana $39.99 each or both for $95. 570-655-9452
AIR CONDITIONER: Gibson 13,500 btu, remote 3 years old 110v $125. 570-901-1084
AIR CONDITIONERS, Fedders, 10,000 BTU, good condition, remote & large outdoor mounting bracket $80. GE 8,000 BTU, Very good condition, remote & large outdoor mounting bracket. $75. GE 8,000 BTU, excellent condition, used one season, remote & large outdoor mounting bracket. $90. 570-788-5030
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Antiques & Collectibles
F KELLOGG 1883 buckboard/carriage jack Excelsior #1 $100 or best offer. 570-262-9989 LENOX MICKEY PLATE. $25. 570-820-8339
Shoppingfora newapartment? Classifiedlets youcompare costs withouthassle orworry! Getmoving with classified! LIGHT: Art Deco ceiling light fixture $10. 570-855-2568 TRAINS. Lehmann Gross Bahn (LGB) Retail over $800 Mint in boxes. Asking $450. 570-735-8558 or 5770-262-8282
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AUTOMOTIVE SALES CONSULTANTS Valley Chevrolet is seeking individuals who are self-starters, team-oriented and driven. (No experience necessary)
We Offer: • Salary & Commission • Benefits • 401k Plan • 5 Day Work Week • Huge New & Used Inventory
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COMIC BOOKS Gen 13-1, X-files, Spiderman & many others, $1 each. NEON SIGN - Electric, Camel sign, 30 years old, $150. RECORDS - LP’S, 78’S, 45’S From 40’S, 50’S, 60’S & 70’S. $1 each. 570-829-2411
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YEARBOOKS: Coughlin H.S. 1926, 1928, 1932, 1934, 1943, 1944, 1946, 1949, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1961, 1963; GAR H.S.: 1934, 1935, 1936, 1937, 1945, 1946, 1955, 1956, 1961, 1972, 1973, 1975, 1976, 1984, 1980, 2005, 2006; Meyers H.S.: 1935, 1936, 1937, 1938, 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945, 1946, 1950, 1957, 1960, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977; Old Forge H.S.: 1966, 1972, 1974; Kingston H.S.: 1938, 1939, 1940, 1941, 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945, 1948, 1949, 1962, 1964; Plymouth H.S.: 1930, 1931, 1932, 1933, 1938, 1960; Hanover H.S.: 1951, 1952, 1954; Berwick H.S.: 1952, 1953, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1960, 1967, 1968, 1969; Lehman H.S.: 1973, 1974, 1976, 1978, 1980; Dallas H.S.: 1966, 1967, 1968; Westmoreland H.S.: 1952, 1953, 1954; Nanticoke Area H.S.: 1976, 2008; Luzerne H.S.: 1951, 1952, 1956, 1957; West Pittston H.S. Annual: 1925, 1926, 1927, 1928, 1931, 1932, 1959, 1960, 1954; Bishop Hoban H.S.: 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975; West Side Central Catholic H.S. 1965, 1975, 1980, 1981, 1984; Pittston H.S.: 1963; 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. Senior H.S.: 1951, 1952. 570-825-4721
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DRYER: Gas dryer. Maytag. Excellent condition. Aprox 6 years old. $100 570-826-1156 REFRIGERATOR G.E. with Freezer, great for beer tap. $40. 570-474-6947 REFRIGERATOR. GE Adora, side by side. Black, water and ice in door. Very good condition. Was $1500 sell for $450 570-457-7854
To place your ad call...829-7130 WASHER G.E. 125 Dryer Kenmore $125. Both like new & work area. . (570) 266-1478
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Cemetery Plots/Lots
MEMORIAL SHRINE CEMETERY 6 Plots Available
GENE S RECONDITIONED APPLIANCES 60 Day Warranty Monday-Friday 8:00PM-5:00PM Saturday 8:00AM-11:00AM Gateway Shopping Center Kingston, PA
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Baby Items
BABY ITEMS: Lots of baby clothes, girl sizes 6-24 months, sneakers, boots, sandals size 3,4,5,6 all in great condition, some new receiving blankets, bibs, toys, stuffed animals & more, must see $150. Pink Princess baby walker $25. Pink & white Winnie the Pooh high chair $40. Winnie the Pooh toy car $25. Jackie after 3 pm 570-706-5091 CRIB SET Winnie the Pooh comforter, bumper pads, 2 crib sheets, mobile, toy chest, 2 window valances, two piece wall hanging, excellent condition, like new $60. 868-0220 FISHER PRICE all around musical playtime gym. Excellent condition! $30. 570-991-2809
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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 LUMBER/USED 2” solid oak, ideal for truck, side boards, like new condition, 8 pieces $250. call for sizes 570-466-0239
To place your ad cal . 829-7130 WINDOW SCREENS Aluminum, (6) 21” x 29”, (2) 20 1/2x38 1/4. All for $30. 570-735-7225
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NEED TOP SOIL? Screened & Blended. Delivery Available.
Call Back Mountain Quarry 570-256-3036
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
CLOTHES men’s black long London Fog, never worn 425. 44 xlong 3 winter jackets, lines XL, like new $25. each. 570-283-0811 JACKETS: boysblack size 14, genuine Italian stone $25. each 868-6018 JEANS 6 pair QVC denim & Co. classic waist straight leg stretch jeans, assorted colors, new size large/tall $5. each. 11 pair QVC Breezies panties with ultimair, new, size 5 $6. for all. 570-696-9086
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Computer Equipment & Software
LAPTOPS: HP nc6120 1.73 P4m Centrino laptop-off lease & refurbished: w7sp1, ofc10, anti virus + more. 60 gb, 1.0 ram,SD media, cdrw + dvd, wifi, new battery & bag $200. HP nc6120 1.73 P4m Centrino laptop-off lease& refurbished :w7sp1, ofc10, anti-virus +more. 60gb, 1.0 ram,SD media, cdrw+ dvd, wifi, new battery & bag $200. IBM small form desktop systemrefurbished: w7sp1, ofc10, antivirus + more. 3.0 p4HT, 80 gb, 1.0 ram, cdrw & dvd, includes monitor, keyboard + mouse, all-in-one printer $125. Warranty & free delivery available. 862-2236 MONITOR. Gateway. 17” color. Excellent condition. $25. 570-693-2820
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Exercise Equipment
AREO 700, digital display, exercise bike. Excellent condition. $40. 570-446-8672 PUNCHING BAG. $30. 570-820-8339 STAMINA Bandflex exercise equipment. Good condition $75. 570-899-9187
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Furnaces & Heaters
FURNACE: Hot air Furnace / Beckett Oil Gun / Duct Work / Tank. Firm $500. Call 570-540-6794
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Furniture & Accessories
BED, single, heavily padded $200. 570-822-9697
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LIFT RECLINER, good condition, mauve color. $75. 570-446-8672 LOFT BED (kids) solid wood all in one piece, guard rails, desk with 3 drawers, ladder, 3 shelves, assembled, needs to be disassembled Have original directions for assembly. Good condition. A must see. negotiable $225. 814-8453
BEDROOM SET: 3 piece maple dresser 61”l x 19”w x 32 1/2” h), mirror (32 1/2 h x 48” l) , night stand (21”l x 15”w x 25 1/2 h) , full size bed with head board & foot board $125. 7 drawer walnut desk ( 42”l x 20” w x 29 1/2 “h) $75. 570-288-1918
To place your ad call...829-7130
COMPUTER DESK, corner, excellent condition, gray/light oak color $70. 570-868-6018
SOFA: Rowe oversized Sofa & love seat, good condition. $200. 570-639-7270
COUCH.Sectional, 3 piece, black multi color with seashell arms. TABLE, coffee, round glass. Table spins. $300 or best offer. 570-823-3289
748 Good Things To Eat
DESK: Light oak roll top computer desk. 4’ X2’ 5”X4’5”, Excellent condition $300. Oak futon with two futon covers $125. Black three shelve entertainment unit measuring 3’ 11” x 1’ 7”, good condition $75. 570-868-0220 DRESSER brown with 6 drawers, good condition. $20. 570-472-1646 DRESSER Broyhill 54” 18”lx36”w. 4 deep drawers, matching full size headboard, 3 drawer night stand, excellent condition $100. 570-709-7621 DRESSER: wooden, painted brown $5 Ikea dresser, black top $5., mirror with black frame. Buy 2 items, get 1 free. $5 570-855-2568 ENTERTAINMENT CENTER, large, very good condition. Wooden, glass stereo cabinet, DVD cabinet attached on side, portable on wheels. Asking $100. 570-239-6011. FUTON with extra thick pad, leopard cover pillows $125. Reclining chair & foot stool, burgundy leather, like new originally $350 sell for $200. 283-0811 HOSPITAL BED good condition, electronic controls, air mattress included. $100. 299-9483 KITCHEN SET, Wood Table with 4 chairs, white legs and white hutch. $250. BEDROOM SET, Full size with dresser & mirror, nightstand, mattress & boxspring. $150.00 (570) 256-4450 RECLINER brown leather $40. 570-823-3685
SOFA beige with rust tones 8 way hand tied springs. $300. 823-2709
PICK YOUR OWN BLUEBERRIES! 8am to 8pm
Closed Sundays Sickler Blueberry Farm - Vernon 570-333-5286
756
Medical Equipment
LIFT CHAIR & Walker: By Pride. Blue. Excellent condition. $200; Walker with basket, chair & seat, $35 570-288-1879 MEDLINE Guardian Deluxe Rollator, Never out of box. Color is blue. Paid $190. sell $90. 570-788-5030 POWER CHAIR Jazzy Select, $500. Walker - $25. 570-829-2411
SCOOTER
By Pride. Revo. Blue. Front & back baskets. 6 months old. $2,000. Vehicle lift also included. Call 570-288-1879 WALKER/ADULT excellent condition $20. 570-472-1646 WHEEL CHAIR Tracer IV by Invacare, heavy duty / extra wide, 450 lb. capacity. $200. Call between 10am & 9pm 570-288-9936
758 Miscellaneous
Jewelry
AIR MATTRESS Full size, new with pump 19”. $45. MATTRESS TOPPER new, full size with gel & feathers $75. 570-823-2709
ENGAGEMENT RING. rectangle center, bagetts on sides, gold & white gold. Appraise where you choose. paid $2500 Sell $900.570-332-4310
AIR MATTRESS queen size with electric pump $30, PATIO SERVING CART, green metal, 2 tier with wheels, excellent condition $35. 570-696-2008
752 Landscaping & Gardening
BOOKS. Complete manual and guide to prescription drugs. Free. 570-655-2154
750
CHIPPER, SHREDDER VACUUM Troy Bilt 4-in-one chipper, shredder, vacuum w/ hose, 5.5HP (used 5 times) $250 MOWER John Deere 6.5HP, selfpropelled lawn mower (model JS 63C) $75. 570.262.0716 MOWER: HOMELITE 20” cast aluminum deck, side discharge only, B&S quantum engine. used only 2-3 years. runs great, starts on first pull. call after 4:30 week days $65. 570-868-6327 TRIMMER/EDGER, 18v-2 in 1; BLOWER, air 18v; HEDGE TRIMMER, cordless 18v. (2) 18v batteries with charger. New Must sell. $175 570-823-2893 WHEELBARROW $30. Aluminum shovel, large & lightweight $8. Pruning shears $4. 570-855-2568
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Machinery & Equipment
POWER WASHER Honda high performance gcv gas powered with attachments. 160 cc $90. or best offer. 570-825-7867
BOXES: plastic boxes 2 1/4 “w x 2 1/4”l x 3”h without lids total of 94 all for $8. 570-735-6638 CAKE MIXER 2 interior bowls $4. 8 color flite dishes $4. 570-823-3685 CAP FOR PICK-UP TRUCK. A.R.E. fiberglass, white in color, 3 sliding windows, screens 60”x 75.5” on truck only 4 years, like new call after 4:30 week days. $325. 570-868-6327 CHINA Crown Ming princess, full service for 8, creamer & sugar, platter & salad bowl $100. 570-735-7742 CHRISTMAS & HOUSEHOLD ITEMS Over 200! Flowers, vases, lamps, ornamentS, Christmas trees & decorations, Suitcases, Samsonsite belt massager, many over 50 years old, all for $80. CANES , Walking Sticks, Hiking Sticks .Over 25 available $4-$5 each unique made from the roots of slippery maple trees, all handles different, different shapes & sizes. 570-735-2081.
758 Miscellaneous
758 Miscellaneous
CHROME RACK, bathroom. $10. 570-820-8339
VACUUM CLEANER Eureka Superlite, good pickup $10. SEWING MACHINESINGER 50 stitch, white, excellent condition, $40. 570-472-1646
ELECTROLUX vacuum cleaner bags – generic $1. each 570-868-6018
GARAGE SALE LEFTOVER ITEMS
LEXMARK X5150 all in one printer $25. Major Chef dorm refrigerator $35. Apex DVD player 435. Turntable with radio cassette $30. Document shredder $5. 27’ color TV with remote $45. Shower chair, new $35. Funeral standing lamp, black $15. New 5 x 7 carpet $25. Aquarium $10. 570-472-8231 GLASS DOOR. 4 way glass door for bath tub. $25 570-331-8183 REFRIGERATOR, Igloo Handy Kool, for a motor vehicle, plugs in lighter. $40. 570-823-2893 RELIGIOUS ITEMS Hand made Rosaries, $5. Pope John Paul II Memoriblia. 570-829-2411 ROOF TOP CARRIER for SUV Handyman special $10. SHOPVAC Craftsman commercial grade all accessories. $20. 570-690-8469 SHELF for books/ DVD’s, etc., has 12 adjustable shelves, size of unit is 60”Hx35”Lx6”D, excellent condition. $15. 4 suitcases, 2 Samsonite & 2 Sears matching pair, all have keys $5. each. Other leftover items from garage sale. Call to inquire. 829-4776 TRAILER HITCH. Fits Chevrolet. Light assembly. 1 year old. like new. $75 570-823-2893
Upholstery Shop Liquidation Sale Stripping Tanks,
Industrial Sewing Machines, Material & much more.
762
Musical Instruments
ORGAN: newly refurbished oak conn organ, like new, comes with rhythm box & organ bench. $150. 570-825-6839
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Office Equipment
DESK 3’wx2.5’l, brown with 2 drawers, excellent condition $20. Office chair black leather, adjusts to height $10. 570-472-1646
770
Photo Equipment
CAMERA german AGFAFLEX SLR with 2 lenses. Asking $399. 570-2877684 after 5pm DIGITAL CAMERA Olympus D540 3.2 MP with 3x Optical Zoom. 1.8-inch LCD display; memory card not included. Powered by 2 AAsize batteries (not included) USB cord included. Original box & manual. 7 ounces, cash only. $25. Call after 6 pm 570-829-2382 PRINTER Canon Pixma MP460 digital photo printer $30. 570-855-2568
To place your ad call...829-7130 774
Restaurant Equipment
RESTAURANT EQUIPMENT
Bev Air 2 door refrigerator/ sandwich prep table, Model SP48-12, $1300. For details
Call 570-498-3616 RESTAURANT EQUIPMENT
VASES, small, party favors from shower $1. 570-855-2568
SOMERSET TURN OVER MACHINE Model # SPM45, $500; ALSO, Bunn Pour Over Coffee Machine, Model # STF15, $225 For more info, call
796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise
796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise
A LARGE VARIETY OF ITEMS!!
Call for Appointment 570-909-7334
570-498-3616
570-735-1487 WE PAY THE MOST IN CASH
BUYING 10am to 6pm
39 Prospect St • Nanticoke
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TV 19” Philco color $3. TV Stand $2. 570-855-2568
570-498-3616
TV G.E. 26” color, cable ready, remote, excellent picture $30. 570-709-7621
Somerset Dough Sheeter, Model CAR-100. Only 1 available. $1,500 Call for more info
776 Sporting Goods BASKETBALL HOOP; Great condition, asking $90. Call 570-331-8183 BIKE CARRIER Rhode Gear, model is the Super Cycle Shuttle, 2 bike carrier This is a bumper & trunk carrier $35. 570-735-2694 BIKE Girl’s 18 speed, 24” looks & runs good $30. 570-696-2008 BIKE RACK: for 2-3 bikes, straps to trunk or hatchback $15. Basketball system, stand pole, back board, rim, net $40. 570-909-7621 BIKE: Italian Racing , Mangusta Precision 3000 aluminum composite engineered $125. 570-474-6028 GOLF CLUBS Wilson Pro Staff all irons , 2 wedges, 2 woods. Black bag in excellent shape. $49. 570-690-8469 GOLF CLUBS: youth, complete 5,6,7,8,9, SW, driver, 3 wood hybrid, putter, stand up bag. $75. 570.262.0716
To place your ad call...829-7130 HUNTING NINJA KNIFE / Sword complete length 18” Blade length 14” Includes nylon sheath, carry on shoulder or Belt! Blade: Sharp $25 570-332-7933 KITCHEN/”KING” UNIT, ideal for cabin, cottage or camper. Two-burner electric stove, stainless steel sink & undercounter refrigerator with freezer (Douglas Crestlyn Int’l). Unit is 4’W, 23”D, 41”H. Covered with formica lid. $150. 570-735-2694 SHOES Footjoy golf shoes, like new, size 12E, golf accessories included. $20. 655-5049
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Stereos/ Accessories
RECEIVER Stereo technics receiver model SA450, 2 Fisher XP-7B speakers, excellent condition $75. 693-2820 STEREO SYSTEM with speakers, Emerson $30. 570-823-3685
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Televisions/ Accessories
TELEVISION RCA 19” portable color. Works very good. $10. 570-693-4483
TV Sanyo with remote. $50. 570-823-3685
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Tools
COMPOUND MITER SAW, 10” blade, Chicago Electric Power Co., 15 AMP, 5300 rpm, includes dust bag, extension wings, 60 tooth carbide blade, 9 position stops, spring loaded guard, table tilts 45 degrees left & right, brand new, box shows some wear $60. TABLE SAW, Delta 10”, 120V, 13 AMP, Model 36-540 Type 2, good condition. $75. 570-735-2694 EXTENSION LADDER $30 Wovel large, ergonomic snow shovel), listed at $119 online; only $8. 855-2568 TOOLS. GARAGEFULL. Garden tools, ladders, picks, shovels, etc. $150 for all! Also priced separately. Call for further details. 570-654-2967
Dogs
GAME TABLE 10 IN 1 foosball, pool, hockey, basketball, etc., approximate 4 x 6, like new, some parts still in original packaging $50. 570-868-6018
Toplaceyour adcall. .829-7130 PAINTBALL GUN used, TippmannA-5 comes with- 20oz co2 tank-2bags of paintballs-paintball mask $100 firm 570-592-2979
SLIDING BOARD playground quality sliding board, great condition $40. or best offer. 825-7867
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Stereo/TV/ Electronics
IPOD TOUCH 4th generation 8g ipod touch. No scratches or marks. Has never been damaged, also comes with headphones & USB cable. $180. 570-235-4099
796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise
BUYING SPORT CARDS Pay Cash for
baseball, football, basketball, hockey & non-sports. Sets, singles & wax. 570-212-0398
906 Homes for Sale
912 Lots & Acreage HARDING
800 PETS & ANIMALS 810
Cats
FREE KITTEN: 12 weeks old, female, black. Free to good home. 570-826-1156
PAWS TO CONSIDER.... ENHANCE YOUR PET CLASSIFIED AD ONLINE Call 829-7130
FREE KITTENS
Orange and gray tabbies. Blue eyes. Approx 5 weeks old. Shickshinny. 542-2126 or 441-3481
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ITALIAN CANE CORSO
Mastiff Puppies Registered and ready to go! Parents on premises. Blue. Vet Checked 570-617-4880
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.
786 Toys & Games AIR HOCKEY TABLE, Sport Craft, 1 year old, rarely used, like new! $150. 570-826-8987
906 Homes for Sale
DALLAS
67 Country Club Rd Ranch, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, double car attached garage, fireplace, forced air furnace, central air, finished basement, 1/2 acre, 1/2 bath in laundry room, screened-in porch, private well, shop area. Walking distance to MU. Move in condition! Negotiable Price! $150,000 Call (570) 675-0544 for a private showing
HARVEYS LAKE
Baird St. Ranch, 3 bedrooms, 2 bath rooms, eat-in kitchen, dining room, living room, bonus room, finished basement, deck. Two car garage. Double Lot. www.harveyslake house.com $189,900 Call (570) 639-2358
NANTICOKE
129 Welles St
2.3 ACRES
PARDEESVILLE
SINGLE FAMILY BUILT IN 2005 CORNER LOT
738 Pardeesville Road
CORNER LOT
2.5 baths, 2 story with attached garage. Oil furnace with central air. 90x140 corner lot. Kitchen with center cooking island, dining room, raised ceiling with glass door entry & hardwood floor. Carpeting thru out home. Tiled kitchen & bath. Kitchen appliances included.
GREAT PRICE! $219,900
(570) 233-1993
To place your ad call...829-7130
Assesed $42,000 Sacrifice $38,000. 570-760-0049
POTENTIAL RESIDENTIAL
BUILDING SITES
ESTATE SALE Dallas Heights Lot 4 $35,000; Lot 5 $28,000; Lot 6 $45,000, or all 3 lots for $89,000. Frontage 220x120. Call 757-350-1245
WYOMING COUNTY
Route 29, Noxen 14.2 Acres bordering State Game Lands. Wyoming County. Would make a great family homestead or private hunting retreat. $117,500. Please call 570-905-0268
915 Manufactured Homes
ASHLEY PARK
Laurel Run & San Souci Parks, Like new, several to choose from, Financing &Warranty, MobileOneSales.net Call (570)250-2890
WEST WYOMING
TOY TOWN SECTION
148 Stites Street
SHIH-TZU PUPPIES ACA Registered.
Available July 17th & August 18th. 570-714-2032 or 570-852-9617
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SHIH-TZU PUPPIES
Parents on premises Shots Current. $500 -Shih-Tzus $400 -Shih-Tzu mix’s 570-401-1838
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Standard Poodle Puppies Pure bread. 10 weeks old. Vet checked. First shots & dewormed. Males & Females $400. Family Raised. 570-954-5903
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.
HARDING
LARGE SPLIT LEVEL ON 2.8 ACRES
3 bedrooms, 3 baths. $135,000. 570-760-0049
To place your ad call...829-7130 INVESTOR S SPECIAL 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths. Priced to sell at $17,000. KELLER WILLIAMS REAL ESTATE, 610-867-8888 Call Tai DeSa at 570-406-0857
CHARMING BUNGALOW $74,500
Lovely 2 story, 3 bedroom single family home. Large master bedroom suite with walk in closet and additional closet and full time bath. Wall to wall carpeting throughout. Additional 1 1/2 tile baths. Modern Kitchen with all appliances including laundry. Very large dining / living room area and extra first floor room for office or den. Nice backyard and deck. Friendly neighborhood. Immaculate move-in condition. Don’t miss this one! Asking $137,500. Please call 570-650-3358 for more info and for an appoint to see this ‘beauty!’ No Realtors
To place your ad call...829-7130 SHAVERTOWN
16 year old ranch house. 3 spacious bedrooms. 2.5 baths. 3/4 walk-in attic. Full basement. Approx. 1 acre. Move in condition. $180,000 Call 570-690-3613 for appointment.
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
WILKES-BARRE
129 & 131 Matson Ave Double Block, 6 rooms + bath on each side. $79,000 Call 570-826-1743
WILKES-BARRE
FREE informational workshop on how to qualify for a Habitat house Saturday July 23 10:30 am to 12:30 pm at Boscov’s downtown Wilkes-Barre Affordable newly built 3 bedroom home. 20-year no-interest mortgage. Must meet Wyoming Valley Habitat for Humanity eligibility requirements.
Inquire at 570-820-8002
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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
1-2 BEDROOMS FORTY FORT. PROFESSIONALLY MANAGED, EMPLOYMENT \VERIFICATION/ APPLICATION MANDATORY. No pets/smoking/ lease. All modern appliances, services. Details upon request. Begin at $500 + utilities.
AMERICA REALTY 570-288-1422
PITTSTON
1 bedroom, 1 bath. Heat, water and sewer included. No Yard. NO PETS. $650 per month 570-443-0770
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HANOVER TWP.
1 bedroom, first floor, off street parking, stove & fridge included. No Pets. $390/month plus utilities NEWLY REMODELED. (570) 357-1138
Toplaceyour adcall. .829-7130 KINGSTON
295 Grove Street Living room, dining room, 3 bedrooms (1 large, 2 small) attic, basement, washer / dryer hookup. Fridge & stove. Yard, off street parking. No pets, no smoking. $585 + security & utilities. Call 570-991-2055 or 570-970-0800 Leave Message
KINGSTON
72 E. W alnut St. 2nd floor, located in quiet neighborhood. Kitchen, living room, dining room, sun room, bathroom. 2 large and 1 small bedroom, 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. 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
NANTICOKE
REMODELED
2 bedrooms, 1 bath room, stove provided, off-street parking. Remodeled. New kitchen/bathroom floors & carpeting, fresh paint, yard & deck included. $450/per month, plus utilities. Call (570) 916-2043
PITTSTON
2 bedroom. All appliances included. All utilities paid; electricity by tenant. Everything brand new. Off street parking. $750 + security & references 570-969-9268
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PITTSTON NEW EFFICIENCY Furnished or unfurnished. 1 bedroom, kitchen, living room. All appliances included. BEAUTIFUL VIEW OFF BACK DECK
$700/per month. Call (570) 814-2752
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WILKES-BARRE West River Street
Several 1 bedroom apartments available. Hardwood flooring & appliances included. Heat, water, sewer & trash also included. Walking distance to Wilkes University. Pet Friendly. Available July 1. Starting at $600. 570-969-9268
WILKES-BARRE
Mayflower Crossing Apartments 570.822.3968 2, 3 & 4 Bedrooms - Light & bright open floor plans - All major appliances included - Pets welcome* - Close to everything - 24 hour emergency maintenance - Short term leases available
WILKES-BARRE/NORTH
815 N Washington St 2nd floor. 3 bedroom. Wall to wall carpet. Eat in kitchen with appliances. Coin op laundry. All utilities included + standard cable. No Pets. $750 + security Call (570) 814-1356 Shopping for a new apartment? Classified lets you compare costs without hassle or worry! Get moving with classified!
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WILKES-BARRE 2nd floor, 1 bed
apartment. $475. Lease, references, gas heat. No pets. Call 570-760-1819 after 4:30 pm Leave Message Wilkes-Barre Apartments Available
SAINT JOHN APARTMENTS 419 N. Main St Wilkes Barre Spacious 1 bedroom. Secured Senior Building. Applicants must be over age 62 & be income qualified. Rent start at $501 per month. Includes ALL utilities.
570-970-6694 Equal Housing Opportunity
WILKES-BARRE SOUTH SECURE BUILDINGS 1 & 2 bedroom
apartments. Starting at $440 and up. References required. Section 8 ok. 570-332-5723
Commercial Properties
LEASE NOW
FORTY FORT PRIME WYOMING AVE Retail 3,000 + sq. ft. approximate. Can be divided starting at $850. per mo. Details available, serious inquiries, 2 year lease! Managed.
AMERICA REALTY 570-288-1422
950
Half Doubles
NANTICOKE
3 bedroom half double. New carpet & kitchen cabinets. $600 + utilities. no pets. Call 570-855-2790
PITTSTON TOWNSHIP 2 bedroom in
Great Location, Off-Street Parking. All appliances included. No Pets/ No Smoking. $600 + electric, security & last months rent. 570-237-6000
WEST WYOMING
Half double. 2 bedrooms, freshly painted, new carpeting, off street parking, big back yard, no smoking. Finished basement. Available August 1. $600 + utilities & security. Call 570-855-3008
953 Houses for Rent
NANTICOKE
2 bedrooms, 2 bath single home. Freshly painted, hardwood floors, dishwasher, w/d hookup, porch. No pets or smoking. $565/per month, plus utilities, Call 466-6334
953 Houses for Rent
NANTICOKE Desirable
Lexington Village Nanticoke, PA Many ranch style homes. 2 bedrooms 2 Free Months With A 2 Year Lease $795 + electric
SQUARE FOOT RE MANAGEMENT 866-873-0478
WILKES-BARRE MONARCH RENTALS 3 bedrooms,
all appliances provided. Call 570-822-7039
971 Vacation & Resort Properties
FOR SALE OR RENT! Adults Only Campground
Fleetwood Cimarron 5th wheel. 36.5C. ‘88 model. In good condition. Located in beautiful 150 acre tree farm in Maine. Swimming pools, hiking trails, ponds, rec halls, potlucks & activities. Dogs welcome. Beautiful site rental with huge maple tree in front & bubbling brook in back. For Rent: $350/weekly $1,000/monthly For Sale: $6,500 (570) 762-3747
1129 Gutter Repair & Cleaning
1189 Miscellaneous Service
Assisting the Elderly & Disabled in their homes.
See ad in “Elderly Care” Section 350
HARVEYS LAKE
1000 SERVICE DIRECTORY 1105 Floor Covering Installation
NORTHEAST FLOORING SYSTEMS, INC Installing & Refinishing Hardwood floors. We install laminate flooring too! 570-561-2079
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Come relax & enjoy great fishing & tranquility at it s finest. Housekeeping cottages on the water with all the amenities of home.
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IN THE HEART OF WILKES-BARRE
Immediate Occupancy!!
MARTIN D. POPKY APARTMENTS 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
Please call 570-825-8594 TDD/TTY 800-654-5984
NEWPORT TWP. PRIME APARTMENTS STILL AVAILABLE!
ST. STANISLAUS APARTMENTS 143-145 Old Newport Rd., Newport Twp.
Affordable, Accessible 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Apartments Income Eligibility* Required. Rents: $455-$656 plus electric
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DOW N
*
P ER M O.
+
$
TA X
27,549
299
$0
DOW N
*
P ER M O.
+
27,8 57
$
OR
L EA S E FO R
339
9,995
$
P ER M O.
+
2005 Jeep L iberty L im ited 4x4
S tk #N 20445A
S AL E P R IC E
TA X
13,495
$
* Ta x
Th e
#1 N
$
K E N
N
24,78 2
A u to , PW , PD L , C ru is e, Tilt, B o s e, S a t R a dio , S u nro o f , B lu eto o th
A u to , A /C , Tilt, C D , PW , PD L
14,995
$
C E R TIF IE D
17,995
$
+ T/T
+ T/T
S AL E P R IC E
$
S
A
N
N
$
OR
$0
L EA S E FO R
DOW N
299
*
P ER M O.
+
TA X
M O.
2 7,6 8 9
O R G et 1.9%
*
up to 60m os
*S a le p rice p lu s ta x & ta gs . In clu d es $3000 N is s a n Reb a te. 17.05 p er1000 fin a n ced .
N ED
V A L U ES !
2010 F o rd E s ca p e L td 4x4
S tk #N P10689
S tk #N P10672
2008 Inf inity G 35X
A u to , A /C , PW , PD L , S u nro o f , L ea ther, C D C ha nger
23,995
$
a nd Ta g a d d it io na l. Pr io rSa les Ex c lu d ed . N o tR es po ns ib le fo rTypo gr a phic a l Er r o r s . A ll r eb a t es & inc ent ives a pplied . * *0 % A PR in lieu o f r eb a t es . As k fo rd et a ils .
De a le rin
*
M O D EL# 25011 M SR P $31,580
*
2008 N is s a n R o gu e S L A W D S tk #N 20265A
S tk #N 20347A
M O.
2011 2 011 N NISSAN ISSAN PATHFINDER PAP**T ER HFINDER S
P R E- O W
2009 C o ro lla L E
P O L L O CK
IS
23,995
N IS S A N
+ T/T
is s a n
*
*S a le p rice p lu s ta x & ta gs . In clu d es $3000 Nis s a n Reb a te. 16.67 p er1000 b o rro w ed . 39 m o n ths , 12,000 m iles p eryea rw / zero d o w n . Ju s tfee’s d u e @ d elivery o f$507.35. M u s tq u a lify tier1. Res id u a l= $18052.95.
*S a le p rice p lu s ta x a n d ta gs .
A u to , A /C , PW , PD L , C hro m e W heels , S u nro o f
+ T/T
2 4 ,9 9 5
$0
P O L L O CK
A /C , PW , PD L , Tilt, C D
$
DOW N
*S a le p rice p lu s ta x & ta gs . In clu d es $500 N is s a n Reb a te a n d $500 N is s a n Bo n u s Ca s h. 0% u p to 36 m o n ths . 27.78 p er1000 b o rro w ed . 17.05 p er1000 b o rro w ed @ 1.9% fo r60 m o s . M u s tq u a lify tier1. 39 m o n th, 12,000 m iles p eryea r. $750 N is s a n L ea s e Ca s h in clu d ed . M u s t q u a lify tier1. Res id u a l= $16,385.40. Zero d o w n . Ju s tfee’s d u e @ d elivery @ $554.83.
S tk #N 20541A
S TA R TIN G AT
STK# N 20358
**
*
O R G et 0.9% up to 36m os 1.9% up to 60m os
2007 N is s a n Vers a H /B 6S p d
** 2011 2 011 N NISSAN ISSAN TITANʼS P ER TITANʼS
O R G et 0% up to 60m os
STK# N 20341
*
P lu s Ta x.
S A L E P R IC E
TA X
P ER 2012 N 2012 NISSAN ISSAN NV NV 1500 1500 MSTANDARD SO. TANDARD ROOF ROOF
M O.
S A L E P R IC E
C E R TIF IE D
$
OR
L EA S E FO R
*S a le p rice in clu d es $1000 Nis s a n Reb a te + $500 Bo n u s Ca s h. 17.05 p er1000 fin a n ced fo r0.9% in ten t. S a le p rice p lu s ta x & ta gs . 39 M o n ths , 12,000 M iles p eryea rw / zero d o w n . Ju s tfee’s d u e @ d elivery o f$508.27. M u s tq u a lify tier1. Res id u a l= $17,869.60. $1000 Nis s a n L ea s e Ca s h in clu d ed .
2011 2 011 N NISSAN ISSAN MURANO MUP** R AWD WD ER ANO S A
K EN
*
O R G et 0.9% up to 60m os
inc ludes $500 R ebate or 0% up to 36m os 1.9% up to 60m os
M O D EL# 2311 M SR P $31,540 STK# N 19879
*39 M o n t h L ea s e; 12,000 M iles PerY ea r w / Zero d o w n . Ju s tf ee’s o ff irs tp a ym en t& T a g d u e @ d elivery= $449.99 d u e. M u s tq u a lif yt ier 1. Res id u a l= $14,929.00
M O D EL# 32411 M SR P $29,595 4X4, Crew Ca b , A/C, PW , PL , Bed lin er, S V Prem iu m Pa cka ge
S u n ro o f, Allo y W heels , PW , PL , Cru is e, A/ C
*39 M o n ths @ 12,000 m iles p eryea rw / zero d o w n . Ju s tfee’s d u e @ d elivery $504.44. Res id u a l= 13,625.85. $1000 Nis s a n L ea s e Ca s h in clu d ed . M u s tq u a lify tier1. Reb a te ca n n o tb e u s ed in co n ju n ctio n w / reb a te. 27.78 p er1000 fin a n ced @ 0% . 17.05 p er1000 fin a n ced @ 1.9%
$
M O.
M O D EL# N 19810 M SR P $31,910
A va ila b le f o r C u rre n t R a v4 a n d C R V O w n e rs o r L e s s e e ’s p ro o f o f o w n e rs h ip is re q u ire d
$
M O.
22011 011 N NISSAN ISSAN F FRONTIER RONTIERP**ERSV SV 4X4 4X4 CREW CREW CAB CAB
2011 2 011 N NISSAN ISSANP**ERMAXIMA MAXIMA
M O.
L EA S E FO R
PW , PL , T ilt, Cru is e, A/ C
N
*S ta rtin g a tp rice N20096 M o d el# 34211 M S RP $31,810. All Nis s a n Reb a tes in clu d ed in s a le p rice.
2011 2 011 N NISSAN ISSAN R ROGUE OGP** U AWD WD ER E S A
S A L E P R IC E
* P ER
*
a n d Ge t 0 % u p to 3 6 m o s o r 2 .9 % u p to 6 0 m o s
M O D EL# 22211 M SR P $23,905
$0
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M O.
M O.
M O D EL# 11411 M SR P $16,840
3 0 Ava ila b le A t Th is P ric e
M O D EL# 13112 M SR P $23,820
A P R
A N Y N EW 2011 N IS S A N A LTIM A IN S TO C K w / $1250 R ebate Inc luded. A llinc entiv es inc luded. Sale Pric e plus tax & tags .
N IS S A N
.E. PA
1- 8 6 6 - 70 4 - 0 6 72
229 M U N DY S TRE E T W IL K E S -BA RRE , P A .
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+ T/T
26,495
$
+ T/T