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$17.75 million settlement would release Mericle from lawsuits

Juvie operator fights deal By TERRIE MORGAN-BESECKER tmorgan@timesleader.com

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An attorney for juvenile detention center operator PA Child Care and related entities has filed a court motion opposing the proposed $17.75 million settlement of the “kids for cash” lawsuits reached with estate developer Robert Mericle. In a legal brief filed late Wednesday, attorney Bernard Schneider cites numerous rea-

plaintiffs over others. Schneider also raises concerns that some attorneys have a conflict of interest that would allow them to unfairly seek a larger cut of the settlement for juveniles they personally represented. Attorneys are scheduled to

Mericle sons why the settlement should be rejected, including claims that the agreement unfairly favors certain juvenile

appear at 9 a.m. today before U.S. District Judge A. Richard Caputo, who will review the settlement to determine if it should be approved. The settlement, reached last month, would release Mericle

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Phylicia Edwards, niece of Phylicia Thomas, who has been missing for eight years, and other family members spent Thursday outside the Luzerne County Courthouse carrying signs to remind the public and the new district attorney that the case is unsolved. See story, Page 3A.

Gas to flow in Dallas Twp. pipeline Williams Field Services’ gathering line could go active as soon as today.

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A marker for a Williams transcontinental natural gas pipeline in Kingston Township.

Senator to file appeal of redrawn districts Minority Leader Jay Costa says maps drawn based on political advantage.

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The San Diego Chargers fired defensive coordinator Greg Manusky of Dallas after just one year on the job on Thursday and replaced him by promoting linebackers Manusky coach John Pagano. The shakeout came four days after the Chargers finished 8-8 and out of the playoffs for the second straight year. Sports, 1B

the Lathrop Compressor to deliver gas extracted from wells to the Williams-owned Transco interstate pipeline, which runs through the township. A Williams official delivered letters describing the company’s plans to nearby residents and the Dallas School District on Wednesday. The letter, written by operations manager of the Appalachian Basin area Mike Dickin-

DALLAS TWP. – Construction is set to wrap up and natural gas could be flowing through Williams Field Services’ pipeline in Dallas Township as soon as today, Williams officials said Wednesday. The company began construction of the 33.5-mile gathering line last summer. The See PIPELINE, Page 4A pipeline begins in Springville Township, Susquehanna Township, and runs through INSIDE: Residents upset by lack of notice, 4A

HARRISBURG – The man who cast the only vote opposing a state reapportionment commission’s recommended state legislative maps now says he will file an appeal to the state Supreme Court asking adoption of the maps be overturned. And at least one local senator says he will join in. State Senate Minority Leader Jay Costa, D-Forest Hills, Allegheny County, said the maps were drawn based on political advantage rather than what’s in the best interest of residents. The “We must commission, tasked by law follow with redrawing what the the boundaries for the state’s 50 state ConSenate and 203 stitution House seats, was made up of dictates, the leaders in and that is both the House and Senate and to keep a senior Superi- counties or Court judge, who is a Repub- and municlican, giving the ipalities GOP a 3-2 edge whole unon the panel. “We have se- less absorious concerns lutely necabout the redistricting proc- essary.” ess. The goal of Sen. Jay Costa maintaining Minority leader one-person, one-vote was clearly not a priority. Political gain was the priority. We must follow what the state Constitution dictates, and that is to keep counties and municipalities whole unless absolutely necessary. They can’t be sliced and diced to help candidates win reelection. The voters deserve better,” Costa said. Sen. John Yudichak, D-Plymouth Township, said he will lend his name and support to the appeal and he expects most, if not all, of his Democratic colleagues in the Senate to do the same. He said he’s aware such an appeal “is an uphill battle” but said it’s the right thing to do for all constituents. Costa cast the lone dissenting See APPEAL, Page 10A

Finish in Iowa caucuses puts spotlight on Santorum Area political observers assess former Pa. senator’s chances. By BILL O’BOYLE boboyle@timesleader.com

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WILKES-BARRE – Depending on whom you’re talking to, Rick Santorum’s top-tier finish in Iowa could mean his campaign is tak-

cuses on Tuesday. ing off, or that it Brian Carso, ashas begun its apsistant professor proach to land at of history and prethe end of his ELECTION law program diquest for the Rerector at Miserpublican presidenicordia Universitial nomination. Santorum, a former U.S. ty, said Santorum’s sudden senator and House mem- surge is a result of two ber from Pennsylvania, fin- things: He put all his eggs ished eight votes behind in the Iowa basket by camformer Massachusetts Gov. paigning in all 99 counties; Mitt Romney in Iowa’s cau- and he was lucky to be the

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Republican presidential candidate Rick Santorum speaks at a campaign town hall Thursday in Northfield, N.H. The former Pennsylvania senator finished a very close second to Mitt Romney in this week’s Iowa caucuses.

last man standing as social/evangelical conservatives embraced and then rejected other GOP candidates. “The combination of oldfashioned, hand-shaking, baby-kissing campaigning and a big dose of luck worked for him in Iowa,” Carso said. “But I think IoSee SANTORUM, Page 10A

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POLICE BLOTTER WILKES-BARRE – City police continue to investigate a stabbing Wednesday at a residence on Coal Street. Detective Brent Sevison on Thursday said police are waiting to have a longer interview with the victim. A man who was taken into custody Wednesday was released, said Sevison. The name of the male victim and the man who was released were not available, said Sevison. The stabbing occurred at 243 Coal St. shortly 4 p.m. and the victim was located a short time later with multiple stab wounds in a vehicle in the parking lot of Chacko’s Family Bowling Center on North Wilkes-Barre Boulevard. The victim was taken to Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center for emergency surgery.

Police allege Charles was found on casino property at 12:10 a.m. Thursday, several weeks after he was ordered by a district judge not to go onto casino property, according to the criminal complaint. Police said in the complaint they found a syringe on Charles. Charles was jailed at the Luzerne County Correctional Facility for lack of $1,000 bail. A preliminary hearing is scheduled on Tuesday before District Judge Diana Malast.

WILKES-BARRE – City police reported the following: • Officers responded to a bomb threat at the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry building at 47 S. Washington St. at 4:25 p.m. Thursday. A bomb-sniffing dog from the Luzerne County Sheriff’s Department found no evidence of explosives. • Ruthann Publik, no age or address provided, was issued a citation for retail HANOVER TWP. – A former employee of Allan Indus- theft on Thursday after Boscov’s loss prevention said she tries was charged with stealplaced a box of Reebok sneaking more than $33,000 from ers worth approximately $55 the business, police said. in a shopping and left the Police said James Adelson, store without paying for the 37, of Swoyersville, took the merchandise. money between September Police, store loss-prevention 2010 and February 2011. He was arrested Tuesday on personnel and a county deputy sheriff apprehended Publik charges of felony theft by on Public Square. She was deception and forgery. Adelson was arraigned by District taken into custody, cited and released. Justice Joseph Halesey and released on $10,000 bail. HANOVER TWP. – Andrea His preliminary hearing is Kotulski of Hanover Village scheduled for 9:30 a.m. on reported Wednesday her Jan. 10. before Halesey. apartment had been burglarized. PLAINS TWP. – William She told police she found Charles, 48, of Sterling Aveher front door had been nue, Dallas, was arraigned kicked in and her residence Thursday in Wilkes-Barre was entered. Central Court on charges he Police are investigating the trespassed at Mohegan Sun at incident. Pocono Downs casino.

Steven J. Vrabel January 4, 2012 teven J. Vrabel, age 79, formerS ly of Monroe Street., Wilkes Barre, passed away on Wednes-

day, January 4, 2012 at the Guardian Elder Care Center, Nanticoke. Steven was born in Plymouth, on July 18, 1932, the son of the late Steven and Wanda (Swipes) Vrabel. He was a graduate of the Plymouth High School, Plymouth. He was employed by Posten Taxi as a cab driver and was the transportation coordinator for the American Red Cross in Hanover Township for many years.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, the former Ann Marie (Bell) Vrabel, and son Steven Vrabel; sister Helen Karis. Surviving are his wife, the former Elaine (Reese) Vrabel, at home; son Louis Vrabel, Long Beach, Calif.; sister Irene Lengyl, Punta Gorda, Fla.; numerous nieces and nephews also survive. Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are by George A. Strish Inc. Funeral Home, 105 North Main St., Ashley.

Marjorie Zbiek January 3, 2012 Marjorie Ruth Zbiek, 78, of Chase, passed away unexpectedly at home on Tuesday, January 3, 2012. She was a longtime member of the United Methodist Church of Plymouth and more recently worshiped with her community of friends at Valley View Union Chapel, Larksville. Marjorie “Marge” Cease married Henry “Hank” Zbiek in 1958. They celebrated their 52nd anniversary before he passed away in 2011. Marge was the only child of the late Leslie and Ruth (Culp) Cease of Plymouth. Marge graduated from Harter High School. In addition to being an extraordinary homemaker, she was a member of the Jackson

Township Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary. A loving mother generous with her time, Marjorie is survived by her daughter, Rose Mary Zbiek, of Port Matilda, Pa. Also surviving are her sister-in-law, Angela Zbieg of Kingston; niece, Beverly Zbiek Bean, and her husband, David, of Millersville, Pa.; nephew James Laniewski and his wife, Kathy, of Sweet Valley and Connecticut; and nephew Paul Zbiek and his wife, Donna, of Plymouth. Marjorie also enjoyed sharing life with numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday from the Williams-Hagen Funeral Home Inc., 114 W. Main Street, Plymouth, followed by interment at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Plymouth. Family and friends may call from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. today at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Valley View Union Chapel, 1555 Mountain Road, Larksville.

Mary Buli January 4, 2012 Buli, 93, of East NorthampM ary ton Street, Wilkes-Barre Town-

ship, died Wednesday, January 4, 2012, at the Barn Hill Care Center, Newton, New Jersey, shortly after admission. She was born in Wilkes-Barre Township, on May 2, 1918, a daughter of the late Basil and Julia Hosvay Antolocy. She was a graduate of the Wilkes-Barre Township High School and had been a longtime member of St. John’s Byzantine Catholic Church, Wilkes-Barre Township. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Buli, May 26, 1971. Surviving are son, Charles Buli, and his wife, Geraldine, Hopatcong, N.J.; grandson, Charles Joseph Buli, More Obituaries, Page 7A

Newark, N.J.; great-grandson Timothy James Buli, Hopatcong, N.J.; brother, Joseph Antolocy, WilkesBarre Township; numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 9:30 a.m. from the Nat & Gawlas Funeral Home, 89 Park Avenue, Wilkes-Barre, with a Divine Liturgy at 10 a.m. in St. John’s Byzantine Catholic Church, 526 Church Street, Wilkes-Barre Township, with the Rev. Myklaylo Prodanets officiating. Interment will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Hanover Township. Friends may call today from 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Online condolences may be sent to www.natandgawlasfuneralhome.com.

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Man charged with robbery rectional Facility for lack of Police allege Joshua James Watkins, 25, of Kingston, took $10,000 bail. Watkins also is facing trial on money, cellphone from friend. burglary-related charges alleging By EDWARD LEWIS elewis@timesleader.com

LARKSVILLE – William Piekanski told police he thought Joshua James Watkins was his friend. That was until Watkins, 25, drove Piekanski to a dirt road and allegedly robbed him of money and a cellphone. Watkins, of Payne Avenue, Kingston, was charged with two counts each of robbery, theft and simple assault, and a single count of harassment. He was arraigned Thursday by District Judge David Barilla in Swoyersville and jailed at the Luzerne County Cor-

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he entered a house on Hughes Street, Swoyersville, and was confronted by a homeowner while stealing jewelry on Jan. 3, 2011. Watkins is also facing trial on a theft charge in which Kingston police alleged he siphoned gasoline from a vehicle near Market Street on Jan. 11, 2011 and a receiving stolen property charge in which Hanover Township police accused him of selling jewelry at a pawn shop on Jan. 27, 2011, according to court records. According to the latest criminal complaint: Piekanski told police Watkins picked him up in Dallas and the two were driving around on Dec.

22. Piekanski was under the impression they were going to a pool hall in Edwardsville and Watkins turned onto a dirt road claiming it was a short cut. Piekanski said Watkins stopped the car, got out and walked to the passenger side door and opened it. He then allegedly punched Piekanski in the head several times, and Piekanski told police he believed Watkins aimed a gun at him while demanding money. Police said Watkins took money and a cellphone from Piekanski before leaving Piekanski stranded on the dirt road. Piekanski suffered an injury to his mouth but refused medical treatment. A preliminary hearing is scheduled on Jan. 12.

knowing that there would be two separate ways in and out (of the area) in case of an emergency.” Susan Bettinger

Donohue, Tony Deluca and Vancosky voted to oust Kochan, who had been serving as chairman of the authority and had been associated with the panel for five years. After the meeting, Kochan said he wasn’t surprised by the KINGSTON – Council memvote but he remains concerned bers heard comments from the that the majority of council public at Tuesday night’s meetRICE TWP. – Residents on doesn’t totally appreciate the ing about a communication gravity of the current situation breakdown within the borough’s Tuesday night voiced concern in which Nuangola is pressed by police department that resulted with Nuangola Borough’s revised plan for a proposed sewer the state Department of Enviin police ticketing vehicles that line that would run through the ronmental Protection to get the were parked with the driver’s township and on to the Mounsewer project under way in the side facing the curb. taintop Area Joint Sewer Auspring of 2012 and have it comChief Keith Keiper described a meeting in which he explained thority plant in Dorrance Town- pleted by the end of 2012. ship. Also at risk is a proposed $3 to fellow officers that cars were The state Department of million grant from the U.S. to be ticketed beginning in Department of Agriculture, January and once proper notice Environmental Protection rejected the original route for Rural Develop Division, which was given to the public. After represents a major portion in that meeting, a gap in communi- several reasons but mainly due the financing of the project cation occurred that resulted in to an approximately 40-50-yearold, 4-inch forced main at the which has escalated to over $9 several residents receiving $15 pump station at an Interstate 81 million, according to informacitations, he said. tion contained in a letter from Bill Manley, who has lived on southbound rest stop. Significant wetlands were also a facRich Kresge of Quad3 EngiFirst Avenue since 1984, said neers. this is the first time he had been tor, as well as time constraints for grant funding. At the recommendation of ticketed for having the driver’s Under the revised plan, the solicitor Jack Dean, council side of his vehicle facing the line will run along Blythburn agreed to advertise a “loan guarcurb. Road, from Stairville Road to antee” with Fulton Bank in the “What can council do to adProspect Road in Rice Townamount of $5.5 million. dress the needs of people who ship. The main concerns are of In response to Kochan comwere ticketed?” Manley asked. blasting through rock, if necesments, Vancosky said he has the “There was no warning, no sary, that may have an effect on best interests of Nuangola and notice.” the structure of the Blythburn its citizens at heart. He said he “We can’t abolish tickets that Lake Dam, possible contamhopes to avoid some of the were issued. They were issued ination of private wells, and mistakes that were made in the because you were parked the private on-lot septic systems. past. wrong way,” said Municipal The township supervisors In the election of council Administrator Paul Keating. Solicitor Harry Mattern echoed approved a motion that no blast- leaders, Plodwick was re-elected Keating, explaining that it is not ing will occur in Rice Township chairwoman, Deluca was elected vice chairman; Vancosky, within the power of the board to without prior notification from president pro-tem and Melissa expunge those tickets that were Nuangola Borough and with Rice Township supervisors’ Weber, secretary/treasurer; already given out. approval. Dean was retained as solicitor; Council President Sandra Jim Morrissey Steve Bierlya as zoning officer Kase said anyone who feels they and Alfred Benesch Engineers of were wrongly ticketed in the Pottsville as engineer. last few weeks is encouraged to Other appointments were: contest the tickets at the municDavid Stout, 3-year term on the ipal building. planning commission; Joseph Joseph Dolinsky WEST WYOMING – Borough Chalk, to a 3-year term on the zoning hearing board and Concouncil reappointed Eileen Cipriani as council chairwoman rad Plodwick to a 3-year term as an alternate on the zoning hearand Gary Stavish as vice chairing board. man Tuesday night. Tom Huntington Council also reappointed PLYMOUTH TWP. – The Linell Lukesh as solicitor, Misurvey of the Tilbury Terrace chael Amato as engineer, Rayaccess road will be completed and up for review within the day mond Gustave as secretary, and Jo Ann DeSanto as treasurer. or two, Supervisor Joseph YudJared Saporito, 17, was sworn ichak said at the supervisors’ in as a junior council member. SHICKSHINNY – Rosalie meeting Tuesday night. Saporito is the junior class presi- Whitebread was retained as Yudichak also said the roads dent at Wyoming Area High president of borough council at around the terrace need to be School and a member of several a reorganizational meeting wider by 1 foot on each side. school organizations. Tuesday night that also saw Several residents were upset Council also appointed James Rick Harmon, zoning officer, by the prospect of the new accome under fire from a busicess road. Supervisor Gale Con- Ostrowski as the borough’s EMA director, Tara Grob to a nessman who charged that rad responded by saying that since the government would be five-year term on the recreation Harmon is “fighting the people board, and Rocco Yanora to the instead of working with them.” paying for the Tilbury Terrace Pete Long, who owns a strucroad repairs, the township must civil service board. Council voted to hire Cheri ture along Main and Union abide by the rules and regustreets, which was inundated by lations that are set by the Feder- Magda, Ryan Kachinsky and James Sheridan as part-time, as flood waters in September and al Emergency Management needed, police officers at an that once served as the site of Agency. hourly rate of $13, and Michael the Racusin’s Store, complained Tilbury Terrace resident JanMikkelson as full-time street to council that Harmon has ice Leiby expressed concern department employee at an been making it difficult for him about the wildlife in that area, to secure permits in order to and how it would be affected by hourly rate of $11.93. Camille Fioti proceed with repairs that Long the access road. Part of the estimated will cost $396,000. study to determine if the access Councilman Mike Steeber road will be built includes a was able to reach Harmon by wildlife study, said Disaster telephone and arranged a meetRecovery Manager Marty Alting between Long, Harmon and man, who also stated the road is council members on Tuesday at NUANGOLA – By a 4-3 vote built on sand and is “getting 5 p.m. along prevailing political lines, worse by the day.” Besides, Whitebread, Jim borough council removed John Roads Department foreman Wido was elected as vice presiKochan as a member of the Ray Everetts said Tilbury Terdent; Barry Noss as presidentsewer authority and replaced race needs repair, and he asked him with Councilman Theodore pro tem; Melissa Weber, secreresidents to think about what tary-treasurer; attorney Jeff “Ted” Vancosky. would happen if the road were Malak, solicitor and Dale Hess The action was strictly along to open up or the nearby creek was appointed to succeed David the partisan affiliation that were to overflow. Another Tilbury Terrace resi- Regina Plodwick, council chair- Reider as a member of the sewer authority. woman, enjoys as she, newly dent, Shirley Balliet, said that she would “feel much safer Tom Huntington elected Councilwoman Elaine

Communication snafu blamed for ticketing

Nuangola’s sewer line worries Rice residents

West Wyoming council reappoints officials

Some residents upset by new access road

Shickshinny zoning officer under fire

Council removes sewer authority chairman

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OBITUARIES Blades, Eric Brazier, Carol Buli, Mary Cicon, Mary Giza, Robert Hoover, June Iams, Jason Klime, Bernard Opet, Alberta Pazuhanich, Dolores Schmidt, Dorothy Strubeck, Dorothy Vrabel, Steven Witter, Clara Wolfe, Rachel Zbiek, Marjorie Page 2A, 7A

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Judge to hear Selenski case A new judge has been appointed to preside over the capital homicide case of Hugo Selenski. Luzerne County President Judge Thomas Burke assigned newly elected Judge Fred Pierantoni to preside. Selenski, 38, is charged with two counts of homicide Pierantoni and other related charges in the deaths of Tammy Fassett and Michael Kerkowski, both 37, in May 2002. Their bodies were discovered in a shallow grave outside Selenski’s Kingston Township home on June 5, 2003. If convicted of first-degree murder, Selenski faces either the death penalty or life in prison without parole. The trial is tentatively scheduled to begin in April.

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New judges receive their orders By SHEENA DELAZIO sdelazio@timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE – Luzerne County President Judge Thomas Burke on Thursday issued an order assigning the six newly elected judges to their respective cases. Those six judges are also scheduled to attend a seven-day “judge’s school” next week that will prepare them to handle those cases. The assignments made Thursday include the four sitting judges and three senior judges and the assignment of Judge David Lupas to preside as criminal section administrative judge. He would also

serve as president judge in Burke’s absence. Burke said there are between 5,000 and 7,000 criminal cases pending in Luzerne County Court, and Burke about 4,000 civil cases. Burke said the county is “above average” in all aspects of its caseloads, including Family Court. Assignments made Thursday include: • Criminal trials and guilty pleas: judges Lupas, Tina Polachek Gartley, Fred Pierantoni, Joseph Sklarosky Jr.

and Lesa Gelb. • Civil trials: judges Burke, William Amesbury, Michael Vough, Richard Hughes, Gelb and Sklarosky. • Driving under the influence call of the list: senior judges Hugh Mundy and Joseph Augello. • Orphans Court: Hughes and Augello. • Family Court (including protectionfrom-abuse, divorce and juvenile court): Gartley, Jennifer Rogers, Lupas (juvenile delinquency), Vough (PFA) and Senior Judge Chester Muroski. Vough and Gelb were assigned to handle the county’s mortgage foreclosure

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Woman dies after crash An 84-year-old woman died from injuries Wednesday in a head-on collision and her death has been ruled a homicide. Rachel Wolfe of Berwick was pronounced dead at 5:02 p.m. at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Plains Township, where she was flown by helicopter, said acting Luzerne County Coroner Bill Lisman. Her car collided with a pickup on U.S. Route 11 around 4 p.m. The truck burst into flames after the crash. The identity and condition of the pickup driver were not available. Lisman said an autopsy done Thursday determined Wolfe died from multiple traumatic injuries and the manner of death was homicide. Salem Township police and the county District Attorney’s Office are investigating the death.

John Jescavage, 47, Swoyersville, was sentenced on two 12-year-old cases, and a more recent one. By SHEENA DELAZIO sdelazio@timesleader.com

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Leadership honors Solano Leadership Wilkes-Barre has named Patrick J. Solano as the recipient of the 2012 Community Leadership Award for his leadership and community service. During World War II, he completed 23 combat missions with the 8th U.S. Air Force Heavy Bombardment Group. He was awarded the Group Presidential Citation, the Air Force Medal with two Oak Leaf Clusters, and the European Combat Theater Medal with two Bronze Stars. In his professional career he has held numerous prestigious positions, including senior counselor to Gov. Tom Ridge and Gov. Mark Schweiker, as well as senior adviser to state Senate Majority Leader Dominick Pileggi. Solano will be presented the 2012 Community Leadership Award during the Annual Leadership Wilkes-Barre Mid-Winter Cocktail Party, which will be held Feb. 3 at the Westmoreland Club. Reservations are $40 per person and may be made by calling (570) 823-2101 ext 135. SCRANTON

Casey backs care workers U.S. Sen. Bob Casey, D-Scranton, is urging Community Health Systems, the Tenn.-based company that recently purchased Moses Taylor Hospital in Scranton and MidValley Hospital in Peckville, to protect hospital employees and ensure jobs are not lost as a result of the sale. In a letter sent to Wayne Smith, the Casey president and CEO of CHS, Casey expressed his hope that CHS will invest in the work force of Northeastern Pennsylvania to protect the local economy and the level of care the hospitals are able to provide. Tomi Galin, a CHS corporate spokeswoman, said that since acquiring Berwick Hospital in 1999, 16 hospitals have become CHS-affiliates. “In every case, we have honored our commitment to preserve and expand essential health services for the communities we serve,” she said. “Each hospital offers competitive wages, benefits and professional advancement opportunities. In our most recent acquisitions, commitments were made to hire all active employees in good standing, at the same rate of pay, with seniority recognized.”

program, while Amesbury was assigned to preside over treatment and mental health specialty courts and veterans’ court.Gartleywasassignedasthefamily section administrative judge. The six newly elected judges – Vough, Gelb, Pierantoni, Rogers, Hughes and Sklarosky – are scheduled to attend judge school from Sunday to Saturday next week. The weeklong session is held at the Nittany Lion Inn in State College, and sessions run 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. The judges will learn about every aspect of the law, including ethics, family law and trial procedures.

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atalina and Francisco Castillo move a Rosca de Reyes cake to a box Thursday. Ariannas Bakery on Park Avenue had 50 to 60 orders for the Kings Bread for the holiday El Dia de Reyes, which celebrates the Three Wise Men’s visit to the Christ child. The bakery is also preparing tamales and other food for the Feast of the Three Kings at the Wilkes-Barre CYC, 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday. Admission is free.

DA pressed to reopen probe Mother of Phylicia Thomas wants new DA to go over investigation of daughter’s disappearance. By EDWARD LEWIS elewis@timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE – Pauline Bailey arrived at the Luzerne County Courthouse on Thursday morning hoping request the new district attorney, Stefanie Salavantis, reopen the investigation into the 2004 disappearance of her daughter, Phylicia Thomas. She never got the chance. “I was told she wasn’t there and she had no time,” said Bailey, who felt she got the runaround by being referred to the county detectives bureau and then to the state police. Salavantis could not be reached later Thursday for comment. Bailey, of Nanticoke, and a small group of family and friends celebrated what would have been Thomas’ 30th birthday. What better day to request a renewed effort to find Thomas than on

her birthday, Bailey said. “We would like the new district attorney to look into anything she can,” said family friend Kelly Gower. Bailey “Eight years is way too long. All we want is Phylicia back.” Thomas has been missing since she disappeared from her Lake Township home Feb. 11, 2004. Another young woman from Lake Township, Jennifer Barziloski, was reported missing when she was last seen outside an Edwardsville tavern in June 2001. Bailey said she feared Thomas was the victim of foul play because she believed Barziloski was killed by a man known to both women. “It really bummed her out, and she was confident she was going to find Jen,” Bailey said. “I think she pushed it too far and here we are.” A human skull found in a wooded area near Roaring Brook Drive on April 2, 2010, was identified as Barziloski’s through dental records, state police

said. Troopers actively searched the area after the skull was found but turned up no more evidence to her disappearance. Bailey said she believes the skull was not washed downstream but was thrown from a vehicle. The area where the skull was found is near the former residence of Steve Martin, who state police said was a person of interest in the disappearances of both women. Martin was reportedly the last person to be seen with Barziloski outside the tavern, and was friends with Thomas’ boyfriend. Martin was never charged with their disappearances. He took his own life while jailed in state prison in August 2005, shortly after he was sentenced for causing a deadly wreck in Wilkes-Barre. Bailey said she feels investigators gave up searching for Thomas when Martin committed suicide. A candlelight vigil for Thomas is set for 5:30 p.m. Feb.11at the pavilion near the pond in Kirby Park, Wilkes-Barre.

Judge weighing evidence in homicide Defense attorneys ask judge to throw out statements, evidence in slaying of Pittston woman. By SHEENA DELAZIO sdelazio@timesleader.com

Judge William Amesbury said he will issue a ruling by Feb. 13 in the homicide case of Arthur Stoss, 49, of Pittston Township. He is charged in the March death of 48-year-old Lillian Calabro of Pittston. Stoss is scheduled to stand trial in Calabro’s death on March 12. Stoss’ attorneys, Allyson Kacmarski and David Lampman, argued statements their client made to investigators were illegally obtained, as was evidence seized, including clothing, fin-

WILKES-BARRE – A Luzerne County judge said Thursday he’ll decide within a month on a request by defense attorneys to have statements and evidence thrown out in a case involving the slaying of a woman found dead on a Susquehanna River bank in March. See EVIDENCE, Page 4A

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Arthur Stoss leaves court Thursday after a suppression hearing.

WILKES-BARRE – A Swoyersville man sentenced 12 years ago for assaulting a police officer and sexually assaulting a woman had his sentenced overturned by a higher court. On Thursday he was resentenced to a stiffer sentence of 6 1/2 to 13 years in jail. John Jescavage, 47, of McHale Street, was sentenced on the two 12-year-old cases, and a more recent one in which police say he posted nude photos of a woman on an adult website. He also was ordered to register as a sex offender under Megan’s Law for the rest of his life. He was also sentenced by Senior Judge Joseph Augello to one year probation and received credit for more than five years of time already served. Jescavage, a former U.S. Marine, Pennsylvania National Guardsman and state corrections officer, had been charged in November 1999 with sexually assaulting a woman four months earlier. The woman told police Jescavage was inside her home and attempted to have sexual intercourse with her. Jescavage Jescavage then assaulted her, according was originally to court papers. sentenced in In February 2000, October 2000 Jescavage was charged after police said he left to five to 10 a hearing inside a dis- years in pristrict judge’s courtroom on. in Hanover Township on charges he tried to rape his former girlfriend. Jescavage and the officer struggled, with Jescavage getting a hold of the officer’s weapon. Police said Jescavage held the gun to the officer’s head. Jescavage was originally sentenced on charges of aggravated indecent assault and aggravated assault in October 2000 to five to 10 years in prison. He later filed post-convictions motions, citing ineffective counsel, but those motions were denied by a Luzerne County judge. Jescavage appealed that judge’s order to the state Superior Court in November 2003. One year later, the high court overturned Jescavage’s sentence and sent his case back to county court for a new trial. The high court said it was granting his appeal because of ineffective counsel and entering an “involuntary and unknowing” guilty plea. The case had been delayed over the years by continuances and requests to dismiss the charges based on the double jeopardy claim. In September 2011, Jescavage re-entered his guilty plea to the two cases, and a guilty plea to the most recent case Thursday. In that case, police said on Aug. 2, 2011, a woman who had once dated Jescavage told police he posted nude photos of her on an adult web site, swinglifestyle.com. The woman said she feared for her safety because the profile listed her address. Jescavage apologized for his crimes and for the embarrassment and shame he has caused himself and his family. “I will work the rest of my life to atone for what I have done,” Jescavage said.

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DALLAS TWP. – Residents are concerned about the communication between Williams Field Services LLC and township officials regarding activity at a recently constructed natural gas pipeline located off Lower Demunds Road. Households near the site received a letter Wednesday saying construction was about to end and that natural gas would be flowing through the line within the next few days. Williams communications specialist Helen Humphreys, who said she delivered letters to every household on Fairground Road and to many on Lower Demunds Roadthatareincloseproximityto

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son, stated, “Williams and Transco will first remove air from the line and then equalize the natural gas pressures of the Springville and Transco lines” before gas can flow freely through both lines. Dickinson warned residents of the potential for noise and a natural gas odor during the process. He said the work will require venting small amounts of natural gas as the pressure in the lines is equalized. Dallas Township Emergency Management Coordinator Jack Dodson said he didn’t believe the work is any cause of concern for residents. “This should not be a hazardous incident,” said Dodson on

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gernail clippings and swabbing of cuts on his right hand and forearm, and items taken in a search at Stoss’s home. First Assistant District Attorney Sam Sanguedolce and Assistant District Attorney Frank McCabe called one witness, Luzerne County Detective James Noonan, who testified that on March 11 he interviewed Stoss after a crime scene had been located in Pittston and items belonging to Calabro had been located. Noonan testified it was learned Stoss had been with Calabro the night before. Noonan said Stoss told him he was with Calabro at a Pittston bar, that they then went to his home to use cocaine and then to a friend’s house to continue drinking.

the work, also said she notified the Luzerne County Emergency Management Agency, UGI Utilities, the Dallas School District and the township engineer, zoning officer and supervisors. After two incidents along the Springville Gathering Line within the last five months, Fairground Road residents’ concerns reached a boil at a Dallas Township supervisors meeting Tuesday. In September, natural gas was vented about nine miles away from the Dallas Township site. Concerned residents said they could smell the gas and called 911. Residents also said that on Sunday there were loud noises coming from the site and called 911 to ask what was happening. Fairground Road resident Jane Tolomello said it was “infuriating” to receive the letter so close to the completion date. “Why couldn’t they have said something sooner?” Tolomello

said Thursday. “They were negligent.” Dallas Township Emergency Management Coordinator Jack Dodson said he received the letter and a phone call Wednesday evening, but had to make more phone calls to answer residents’ requests for more information. Dodson said the company sent the Kunkle Fire Department an emergency response plan on Thursday morning, and Williams officials plan to notify Dodson once the pipeline is flowing with natural gas. “The communication could be a little better, but everything is safe,” he said. Luzerne County Emergency Management Agency Coordinator Stephen Bekanich said Thursday he was unaware the pipeline would be “going live” within the next few days, but said the county has been dealing with Williams for years and trusts the company’s emergency response plans.

Thursday. “It’s a normal, everyday part of their operation.” Fairground Road resident Jane Tolomello, who has been outspoken against natural gas development in the area, said Thursday she plans to leave her house until the pipeline work is completed. “I’m not real comfortable with the situation because this is the first time they’re putting the gas through the line,” she said. “Williams hasn’t given us any reason to feel comfortable.” Williams also is planning to construct a metering facility near the connection site off Lower Demunds Road, which is about a half mile from the Dallas School District. The Dallas Township Zoning Hearing Board is scheduled to issue a decision on the metering station Jan. 12. The Williams line is one of two planned pipelines for the town-

ship. Chief Gathering LLC received approval for construction a 30-mile pipeline from Wyoming County to tap into the Transco line. Chief was granted approval with several conditions by the zoning hearing board in December to build a metering station about 500 feet from the proposed Williams site. The company plans to appeal a condition involving the construction of a fence around the facility at a zoning hearing on Jan. 11. The two projects have been considered controversial because of their proximity to the Dallas schools. Hearings for both companies have been ongoing for nearly a year, and several changes to the township zoning ordinance have resulted from public protest against the gas lines.

Stoss told Noonan Calabro said she wanted to go to the parking lot of a supermarket on Kennedy Boulevard in Pittston to buy drugs, and that while waiting in the lot the driver of a red Mitsubishi Eclipse pulled up and said to go to the area of Calabro’s residence at Gabriel House, a transitional housing facility for women on William Street. Stoss said he and Calabro walked together through an alley between Gabriel House and the Joyce Insurance Building, 9 Main St., where the Eclipse pulled up. Calabro got in, the car pulled away and neither returned, Stoss said. Noonan said he and other investigators gathered Stoss’ clothing, fingernail clippings and swabs of cuts on his arms. Noonan said Stoss was arrested later that day because a search had been conducted at his residence, where drug paraphernalia was located.

When Stoss was questioned by investigators later that day, Noonan said, he asked Stoss what happened with Calabro, to which Stoss replied, “I can’t,” and ended the conversation with investigators.

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Scores die in fresh attacks Mohammed Ali grieves over the coffins of his son, Abbas Mohammed, 9, and his daughter, Fatima Mohammed, 15, before burial Thursday in the Shiite holy city of Najaf, Iraq. Explosions struck two Shiite neighborhoods, killing and injuring dozens.

By ADAM SCHRECK Associated Press

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First blowout of the new year

Smoke and ash billow from Mount Etna framed by the Sicilian town of Zafferana, near Catania, southern Italy on Thursday. The eruption of the Mount Etna volcano lasted a few hours and was the first in 2012.

BAGHDAD — An apparently coordinated wave of bombings targeting Shiite Muslims killed at least 78 people in Iraq on Thursday, the second large-scale assault by militants since U.S. forces pulled out last month. The attacks, which bore the hallmarks of Sunni insurgents, come ahead of a Shiite holy day that draws hundreds of thousands of pilgrims from across Iraq, raising fears of a deepening of sectarian bloodshed. Rifts along the country’s Sunni-Shiite faultline just a few years ago pushed Iraq to the brink of civil war. The bombings in Baghdad and outside the southern city of Nasiriyah appeared to be the deadliest in Iraq in more than a year. Thursday’s blasts occurred at a particularly unstable time for Iraq’s fledgling democracy. A broad-based unity govern-

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ment designed to include the country’s main factions is mired in a political crisis pitting politicians from the Shiite majority now in power against the Sunni minority, which reigned supreme under the dictatorship of Saddam Hussein. Some Iraqis blame that political dis-

cord for the lethal strikes. “We hold the government responsible for these attacks. They (the politicians) are bickering over their seats and these poor people are killed in these blasts,” said Baghdad resident Ali Qassim not long after the first bomb went off.

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Chief defends fatal shooting

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A pastor says gunmen have attacked a church in northeast Nigeria, killing at least three people and wounding others. Johnson Jauro of the Deeper Life Church in Gombe, the capital of Gombe state, said the attack happened around 7 p.m. Thursday. Jauro said he heard gunfire everywhere and lost his wife in the assault on the church. Police confirmed the attack happened in Gombe, but declined to offer any details. AUGUSTA, GA.

2 dead in food plant slaying

Authorities in Augusta, Ga., say two people are dead after a gunman fatally shot someone, then killed himself in the parking lot of a food processing plant. Sgt. Dan Carrier of the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office says investigators are still working to uncover what prompted the shooting Thursday afternoon at FPL Foods. Carrier says the gunman had been identified as 21-year-old Emanuel Jordan, an employee at the plant. He declined to identify the other person killed or say what if any relationship the victim had with the gunman. Carrier said witnesses saw Jordan fire several gunshots at the unidentified victim in the parking lot before he shot himself. TOKYO

He had (many) yen for tuna

This tuna is worth savoring: It cost nearly three-quarters of a million dollars. A bluefin tuna caught off northeastern Japan fetched a record 56.49 million yen, or about $736,000, Thursday in the first auction of the year at Tokyo’s Tsukiji fish market. The price for the 593-pound tuna beat last year’s record of 32.49 million yen. The price translates to 210,000 yen per kilogram, or $1,238 per pound — also a record, said Yutaka Hasegawa, a Tsukiji market official. Though the fish is undoubtedly high quality, the price has more to do with the celebratory atmosphere that surrounds the first auction of the year. The winning bidder, Kiyoshi Kimura, president of Kiyomura Co., which operates the Sushi-Zanmai restaurant chain, said he wanted to give Japan a boost after last March’s devastating tsunami.

Obama plans for ‘leaner’ military

Plan shifts military presence to Asian-Pacific region as troops leave Middle East.

911 recording reveals the tense moments in a Texas middle school when police confronted an eighthgrader who was brandishing a realisticlooking pellet gun and repeatedly ordered him to put the weapon down. After a confrontation, officers fatally shot 15-year-old Jaime Gonzalez when he refused their demands Wednesday at Cummings Middle School in Brownsville. A six-minute recording of the 911 call that summoned police was obtained Thursday by the Brownsville Herald. The weapon turned out to be a pellet gun that closely resembled the real thing. No one else was injured. Gonzalez’s parents demanded to know why officers took lethal action. Interim Police Chief Orlando Rodriguez said his officers acted to protect themselves and other students, firing three shots. There were few others in the hallway at the time. Shortly before the confrontation, Jaime had walked into a classroom and punched a boy in the nose for no apparent reason, Rodriguez said.

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Defense Secretary Leon Panetta and President Barack Obama at the Pentagon on Thursday.

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eese with Christmas decorations are paraded through the streets Thursday during the Cabalgata de Reyes, or the Three Wise Men parade, in Madrid, Spain. The traditional parade marks the eve of the Epiphany, a Christian holiday celebrating the story of the three wise men believed to have followed a bright star to offer gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh to the newborn Jesus in Bethlehem.

Prosecutors say hang Mubarak

Some of the activists who helped topple him skeptical the sentence would ever be carried out. By HAMZA HENDAWI Associated Press

CAIRO — Prosecutors on Thursday called for Hosni Mubarak to be hanged, saying he bore full responsibility for the killing of protesters during the uprising against him, in a courtroom moment unthinkable barely a year ago when the longtime leader held unquestioned power. The demand for the death penalty at the 83-year-old former president’s trial played to the widespread resentment of Mubarak among Egyptians who hoped that punishment for his oppressive rule would be fruit of the Arab Spring.

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Egyptian anti-Mubarak protesters demonstrate Thursday outside a courtroom in Cairo.

Still, some of the activists who helped topple him are skeptical the sentence would ever be carried out, if he is convicted. A conviction would be followed by a possibly lengthy appeals process that the ailing Mubarak’s lawyer would likely

draw out, and Egypt’s new rulers — the military — have the power to veto a death sentence. Mubarak has been brought to every hearing since his trial began on Aug. 3 on a hospital gurney, wheeled into the courtroom cage where defendants are held, alongside his two sons, former security chief and six top police commanders. On Thursday, prosecutor Mustafa Khater gave a passionate speech demanding the death penalty for Mubarak, former Interior Minister Habib el-Adly and four of the police commanders. They are charged with complicity in the deaths of some 800 protesters during the18-day uprising that led to Mubarak’s fall on Feb. 11. “Retribution is the solution. Any fair judge must issue a death sentence for these defendants,” said Khater, one of five prosecutors in the case.

WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama on Thursday announced a new defense strategy that he says will make U.S. military forces “leaner” in the coming years while still maintaining their global superiority. In an unprecedented appearance before the press corps at the Pentagon, Obama unveiled the broad outlines of a plan that calls for a beefed-up military presence in the Asian-Pacific region and investment in NATO and other international partnerships to go along with U.S. troop withdrawals in Iraq Republican and Afghanis- presidential tan. “The tide of contenders war is reced- question the ing,” Obama Democratic said, “but the president’s question that this strategy nationalanswers is security polwhat kind of icies and are military we likely to go will need after the long wars after his budof the last dec- get-cutting ade are over.” plans for the The contours of the Pentagon. plan are not surprising, and follow Obama’s highly public plan to shift military spending away from a combat-troop presence in the Middle East and toward intelligence gathering, surveillance and counter-terrorism efforts. Obama is readying himself for criticism of his commitment to national security. Republican presidential contenders question the Democratic president’s national-security policies and are likely to go after his budget-cutting plans for the Pentagon. Obama launched a pre-emptive strike Thursday with an argument that, with resources so scarce, Congress must streamline the military along with the rest of the government.

‘Frac sand’ stirring own storm of controversy The Associated Press

CHIPPEWA FALLS, Wis. — Largely overlooked in the national debate over hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, to unlock underground gas and oil supplies is the emerging fight in the U.S. heartland over mining “frac sand.” Mining companies say the work provides good jobs in rural areas, but some residents fear the increase in mining could harm human health and

the environment. “More and more people are waking up to the fact that there are difficulties with this massive explosion,” said Pat Popple, a retired school teacher and principal and anti-sand mining activist. U.S. frac sand producers sold or used more than 6.5 million metric tons of sand worth $319 million in 2009, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. Nearly three-fourths of frac

sand comes from the Midwest. Activists fear fine silica dust from the mines and plants will make people sick, spoil the landscape and contaminate ground water. Some counties in Minnesota and Wisconsin have responded to health and environmental concerns by passing mining moratoriums to buy time for AP PHOTO more study. Others are debating whether to hit the brakes on Frac sand destined for the oil and gas fields piles up at the further mine development. EOG Resources Inc. processing plant in Chippewa Falls, Wisc.

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THE TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com ERIC WILLIAM BLADES died on Sunday, January1, 2012. He was born on January 9, 1981 in Easton, Md., born to his father Keith Eugene Blades. Mr. Blades graduated from James M. Coughlin High School, Class of 1999; he was a computer technician. He enjoyed Scouts, bowling, video games, playing the guitar and piano. He is survived by his father, Keith Eugene Blades, of Beach Haven, Pa.; daughter, Nicole Era Blades; son, Tristan Alexander Blades; grandparents, Jackie and Charlotte Blades of Cordova, Md.; aunt, uncle and cousin, Juanita, William and Kimberly Taylor of Henderson, Md. A funeral service will be held on Monday, January 9, 2012 , at 2 p.m., from Fleegle & Helfenbein Funeral Home, 106 W. Sunset Ave, Greensboro, Md. Family and friends may call from 1 to 2 p.m. prior to the funeral. Condolences to the family may be made at www.fleegleandhelfenbein.com. JASON E. IAMS, 41, of Plains Township and formerly of Kansas, died Wednesday morning, January 4, 2012, at his home. Born in Topeka, Kansas, he was the son of Frank Iams of Kansas and Pamela (Phillips) Iams of Atlanta, Georgia. He was a Navy veteran of the Persian Gulf War: Operation Desert Storm, serving aboard USS Kauffman, and was self-employed as a carpet installer. Surviving, in addition to his parents, are his brother, David, Kansas; and companion, Stephanie Duncan, with whom he resided. Funeral will be held at the convenience of the family. There will be no calling hours. Arrangements by the Corcoran Funeral Home Inc., Plains Township. Online condolences may be made at www.corcoranfuneralhome.com. ROBERT GIZA, age 59, of Spring Brook Township, died early Thursday morning, January 5, 2012, at home. His wife of three years as of November 2, Edwina Aston-Giza, survives. Born in Wilkes-Barre, on July 13, 1952, son of the late Edward and Theresa Giza and a graduate of Coughlin High School, Robert worked as a forklift operator for Warp Processing Inc., Exeter. Also surviving are his stepdaughter, Linda Aston of Moosic. Private arrangements are under the care of the Thomas P. Kearney Funeral Home Inc., 517 N. Main St., Old Forge. Condolences: www.KearneyFuneralHome.com. BERNARD J. KLIME, 59, a resident of the Pittston area, died Wednesday, January 4, 2012. Funeral arrangements will be announced by the H. Merritt Hughes Funeral Home Inc., a Golden Rule Funeral Home, 211 Luzerne Ave., West Pittston, later next week. RACHEL WOLFE, 84, a resident of Bell Bend Road, Berwick, passed away Wednesday, January 4, 2012. Funeral arrangements are pending from the Clarke Piatt Funeral Home Inc., 6 Sunset Lake Road, Hunlock Creek.

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fully at home in Texas on January 2, 2012. A Pennsylvania native, Carol was born to Elizabeth and Olaf Young. Carol was married to Joseph Yaglinski and they raised four children. She retired from the Wilmington VA Medical Center in 1992. Carol and Jay Ralph were married in 1976. She was an active volunteer in many charities and civic organizations, including Hagley Museum, the Methodist Country House, Winterthur Museum Point to Point, LPGA tournaments and the Mary Campbell Center in Wilmington, Delaware. After her retirement, she moved to Florida, where she continued to enjoy her volunteer activities until moving to Texas earlier this year. Carol Ralph is survived by her children, Debra Day Olivier (Marc) of Salt Lake City, Utah; Susan Baldwin (Greg Pitta)of Garden Grove,Calif.; Jan Yaglinski (Bill Devlin) of Ennis, Texas; Joe Yaglinski of Oceanside, Calif.; grandchildren, Chris Baldwin of Vista, and Colin Baldwin of Newark, Del., and her sister, Betty Deets of Berwick. We will miss you, Mom. We love you. The family invites you to visit her online memorial and share in her life story at www.virtualmemorials.com as Carol Ralph. www.jekeevermortuary.com.

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December 31, 2011

lberta M. Opet, 84, a daughter of the late John and Louise Barnoski Zaleskas, passed away on Wednesday, January 4, 2012 at the Little Flower Manor in WilkesBarre. She was born in Plymouth, on July 9, 1927 and was a graduate of Plymouth High School, class of 1945. Alberta resided for many years in the Georgetown Section of WilkesBarre Township, where she was a former member of St. Joseph’s Monastery and its Altar & Rosary Society. Alberta also served as the correspondent for The Times Leader, covering events in Wilkes-Barre Township. She was also a member of the Mothers’ Club of the Georgetown Settlement Camp. In 1967 following a mine fire, Alberta relocated to South WilkesBarre, where she became of member of St. Nicholas Church and its Altar & Rosary Society and its Senior Citizens Club. She was formerly employed as a secretary for the American Legion Service Office at the Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, where she met the love of her life, her husband of 61 years, Carl E. Opet, who passed away on January 24, 2011. She was also later employed by the Rea & Derrick Drug Store. Alberta was known for her cooking and baking and her loving and caring hospitality. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her son, Edward Opet, in 2003, and by her sister, Lillian Sobashinski, in 2011. Surviving are daughters, Louise Sulitka, Syracuse, N.Y.; Diane Thomas, Hanover Township; Delphine Opet and her husband, Junior, Miami, Fla.; Joan Rojsuontikul and her husband, Pong, Woodbridge, Va.; Marisue Sack and her husband, Shawn, Kingston; sons, Thomas Opet and his wife, Denise, Osewgo, N.Y; Paul Opet and his wife, Maria, Kennewick, Washington; James

Opet and his wife, Mary, Hopewell, N.J.; daughter-in-law, Heidi Marinaccio Opet, Fulton, Md.; grandchildren, Daniel Sulitka; Eric Thomas, Rachael Walker and her husband, Tom; Mary Jo Thomas; Nikolas Opet; Nathalie Alexander; Jennifer, Benjamin and Jessica Rojsuontikul; Shawna, Carl, Nathan and Tessa Opet; Marseilles and Michael Opet; Amelia and Owen Sack; and Felicite Walker; great-granddaughter, Sophia Rose Thomas; brother-in-law, Dan Sobashinski, Plymouth; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held on Monday at 9 a.m. from the Nat & Gawlas Funeral Home, 89 Park Avenue, Wilkes-Barre, with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 9:30 a.m. in St. Nicholas Church, 226 South Washington Street, WilkesBarre. Interment will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Hanover Township. Friends may call on Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Little Flower Manor, 200 South Meade Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702 or to the St. Nicholas Church Renovation Fund, 226 South Washington Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701. Online condolences may be made at www.natandgawlasfuneralhome.com.

rs. Dolores M. “Dolly” Pazuhanich, 79, of East Chestnut Street, in the North End section of the city, fell asleep in the Lord New Year’s Eve, December 31, 2011, in the Wilkes-Barre General Hospital following a prolonged illness. Born March 1, 1932, in WilkesBarre, she was a daughter of the late John and Elizabeth (Kavka) Mendusky. Educated in the city schools, she was a graduate of the James M. Coughlin High School, WilkesBarre. In her younger days, she worked as a business clerk for the former Percy A. Brown Company of WilkesBarre. More recently, Dolly worked as a homemaker for former noted Wilkes-Barre attorney, the late John Hessel, esquire, in his home, now known as Hessel Hall at King’s College. Dolly was most proud of and is remembered by those who knew and loved her for her most current role as a devoted, loving mother to her beloved family, raising her children and grandchildren into adulthood. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Mr. Peter Pazuhanich, in 1999; by her daughter, Janet Marie Alishusky, in 1988; and most recently by her brother, John Mendusky, in 2002. Surviving are her son, Mark P. Pazuhanich, and his companion, Linda Terrell, East Stroudsburg; grandchildren, including Justin Alishusky, Ashley Alishusky, both at home, and Bethany Pazuhanich, Howell, N.J.; several nieces and nephews;

January 3, 2012 Dorothy Ann Strubeck, of West Pittston, passed away Tuesday January 3, at Wesley Village Nursing Facility, Jenkins

January 4, 2012 Marie (Culver) Hoover, 85, J une of Wesley Village in Jenkins

Township, died on January 4, 2012. Born in Dallas Township, on November 11, 1926, to Chester and Jenny Culver, she grew up in Huntington Mills, Pa., and graduated from its high school in 1943. As a teenager, she sang alto in the Huntington Mills Choral Group, which performed at various venues in the area until gas rationing prevented their continuing travels. During World War II, June attended Penn State University and worked grinding periscope prisms in Rochester, N.Y. She bore three sons, and after they were grown, she returned to college and graduated summa cum laude from Bloomsburg University. Thereafter, she taught sixth grade at Hunlock Creek Elementary School until retiring in 1986. While married to Sherman Hoover, they built Shickshinny Lake and Hidden Lake and created Cosmic Cable TV, which she continued to operate until her husband’s death in 1989. She was a longtime member of the Calvary Bible Chapel in Muhlenberg, Pa. June was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Sherman Hoover; her youngest son, Scott

Hoover; brothers Robert Culver and Ronald Culver, and sister, Roseadeline Vosler. She is survived by her sons Dr. Eric D. Hoover and wife Mary, Ballston Lake, N.Y., and Mark Reiber, Nanticoke; brother Richard Culver, Sweet Valley; grandchildren, Amy Hoover, Aaron Hoover, Olivia Hoover and Chloe Hoover; plus four great-grandchildren. Calling hours will be held Saturday, January 7, 2012, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Clarke Piatt Funeral Home Inc., 6 Sunset Lake Road, Hunlock Creek. Interment will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made in her name to Joslin Diabetes Center, 1 Joslin Place, Boston, MA 02215.

Clara Mae Witter January 4, 2012 Clara Mae Witter, 84, of Tunkhannock, died peacefully Wednesday, January 4, 2012, while residing at Gracious Living Estates in South Montrose. She was born in Butler, Pa., on June 15, 1927, the eldest of eight children to the late Charles D. Henry Sr. and Elsie Hutzley Henry. When she was a young child her family moved to Mehoopany, where she graduated from the Mehoopany High School. Clara Mae was a member of the Lemon United Methodist Church in which she was the secretary and treasurer for many years, as well as the Secretary for the Lemon Township Supervisors. She was a member of The Lady Esther Rebekah Lodge No 74 of Tunkhannock, and in 1974 she received “The Decoration of Chivalry,” the highest honor bestowed on a Rebekah sister. She also held the President seat of the Republican Women, of which she was a dedicated member. She was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Irving P. Witter, who died on June 20, 2002; two brothers, Walter Henry and Charles D. Henry Jr., and one brother-in-law, James Hamilton. Survivors include two sons, Richard W. and Sharon Witter of Mehoopany, and Donald W. and Pa-

mela Witter of Alburtis; two daughters, Eileen J. and Robert Spencer of Tunkhannock, and Barbara J. and Roland Smith of Wyalusing; 14 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren; four sisters, Betty Lou and Edward Furman, Elsie Fae Hamilton, Ruth and Webb Comfort, and Kay and Albert Dymond; one brother, Carl and Cindy Henry; and two sisters-in-law, Lenore Henry and Nancy Henry, and many nieces and nephews. A visitation will be held Sunday, January 8, from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Harding-Litwin Funeral Home, 123 W. Tioga St., Tunkhannock, with a memorial service to follow at 5 p.m. with the Rev. Alice Ann Bonham of the Trinity United Methodist Church, Lebanon, officiating. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family at the Indiantown Gap National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Wyoming County Cancer Society, 8 Ironwood St. Tunkhannock, PA 18657 and the Visual Eye Research, Grand Lodge of Pa., 1001 W. Harrisburg Pike, Middletown, PA 17057. For directions or online condolence, visit at litwinfuneralhomes.com.

beloved friends, Colleen DeFazio, Pittston, and Linda Balara, Wyoming. Funeral services with Panachida will be conducted at 9 a.m. Saturday in the John V. Morris Funeral Home, 625 N. Main St., WilkesBarre, followed by the Office of Christian Burial with Divine Liturgy in Holy Assumption of Saint Mary Byzantine Catholic Church at 9:30 a.m. with the Rev. James G. Hayer, pastor, officiating. Interment with Rite of Committal will follow in the parish cemetery, Lake Street, Dallas. Relatives and friends may join her family for visitation and remembrances from 2 until 4 p.m. and from 7 until 9 p.m. today. In lieu of floral tributes, memorial contributions may be made to the Breast Cancer Awareness fund of the American Cancer Society, 190 Welles St., Suite118, Forty-Forty, PA 18704. To send her son Mark and family online words of comfort and support, please visit our family’s website by visiting www.JohnVMorrisFuneralHomes.com.

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Township. She was born July 7, 1920, in Plymouth, and was the daughter of the late William and Rebecca Stubblebine Ertz. She was a 1938 graduate of Plymouth High School and also a graduate Registered Nurse from the Pittston Hospital School of Nursing. Dorothy was a World War II veteran serving as an ensign with the U.S. Navy Nurse Corps. She later worked at New York Post Graduate Hospital in New York City and was also on staff at Cornell University Infirmary, Ithaca, New York. Dorothy was a member of the First United Methodist Church of West Pittston.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Warren E. Strubeck, former funeral director, of West Pittston; sister Mary Jones of Forty Fort, and brothers, John and William, both from Plymouth. Surviving Dorothy are her daughter, Gloria Echalk, and husband Al, of Duryea; son, Douglas Strubeck, and wife Beth, of Norfolk, Massachusetts, along with four grandchildren, Corinne Harrington and husband Tyler, Matthew and Michael Echalk and Adam Strubeck. A funeral service will be held on Saturday January 7, at 11 a.m. at Kiesinger Funeral Services Inc., 255 McAlpine St., Duryea, with the Rev. Josh Masland of the First United Methodist Church, West Pittston, officiating. Friends may call for visitation on Saturday from 10 a.m. until time of service. Interment will be private. Online condolences may be made to www.kiesingerfuneralservices.com.

FUNERALS ALEO – Fannie, celebration of life 9 a.m. Saturday with a funeral Mass in the Church of St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception, 130 S. Washington St., Wilkes-Barre. BARR – Sophia, funeral 9:30 a.m. Saturday in the Stanley S. Stegura Funeral Home Inc., 614 S. Hanover St., Nanticoke. Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in the main site of St. Faustina’s Parish, Nanticoke. Friends may call 5 to 7 p.m. today. BOLAND – Edward Jr., memorial Mass 11 a.m. Saturday in St. Andre Bessette parish (St. Stanislaus Kostka Church), N. Main St., Wilkes-Barre. Friends may call 0:30 a.m. until the time of service at the church. BOROFSKI – Norman, funeral 9:30 a.m. today in the Grontkowski Funeral Home P.C., 51-53 W. Green St., Nanticoke. Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Faustina Parish, former Holy Trinity Church, Nanticoke. DZOCH – Jeff, memorial services 1 p.m. Saturday in the Bethel Hill United Methodist Church, Sweet Valley. HODLE – Brian, funeral 9 a.m. today in the Jendrzejewski Funeral Home, 21 N. Meade St., WilkesBarre. Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in Our Lady of Hope Parish, Wilkes-Barre. JOHNSON – Josephine, memorial service 11 a.m. Saturday in St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Dallas. KARPOVAGE – Charles, memorial service 8 p.m. today in the DavisDinelli Funeral Home, 170 E. Broad St., Nanticoke. Friends may call 6 to 8 p.m. KERNS – Russell Jr., services 11 a.m. today in the Kizis-Lokuta Funeral Home, 134 Church St., Pittston. Friends may call 10 to 11 a.m. before the service at the funeral home

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KOCHINSKI – Andrew, celebration of life 11 a.m. today in McLaughlin’s-The Family Funeral Service, 142 S. Washington St., WilkesBarre. Friends may call 10 to 11 a.m. at the funeral home. MURPHY – Margaret, funeral 9 a.m. Saturday in the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main St., Duryea. Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in St. John the Evangelist Church, Pittston. Friends may call 5 to 8 p.m. today in the funeral home. OSMANSKI – Frederick, memorial Mass 9:30 a.m. today in Ss. Peter and Paul Church, Plains Township. Friends may call 9 a.m. to time of Mass at the church. PAZUHANICH – Dolores, funeral with Panachida 9 a.m. Saturday in the John V. Morris Funeral Home, 625 N. Main St., WilkesBarre. Office of Christian Burial with Divine Liturgy 9:30 a.m. in Holy Assumption of St. Mary Byzantine Catholic Church. Friends may call 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today.. ROBISON – William, Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. today in St. Mary’s Church, 1730 Fowler Ave., Berwick. SCHULTHEIS – Minnie, funeral 10 a.m. Saturday in the Lawrence E. Young Funeral Home, 418 S. State St., Clarks Summit. Friends may call 4 to 7 p.m. today. WALSH – Lucille, funeral 9 a.m. Saturday in the E. Blake Collins Funeral Home, 159 George Ave., Wilkes-Barre. Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in Holy Saviour Church, Wilkes-Barre. Friends may call 8:30 a.m. until the time of the service.

Mary M. Cicon January 4, 2012

Mary M. Cicon, 96, of Exeter, passed away Wednesday January 4, 2012 at the Highland Manor Nursing Home, Exeter, after a brief stay. Prior to that, her niece, Barbara Konopka, cared for her on a daily basis. Born in Exeter, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Anna Pavlik Cicon. She was a graduate of St. John’s High School, Pittston, and was a former member of St. John the Baptist Church, Exeter. Mary was also a former member of the Confraternity of Christian Women and a member of Our Lady of Charity. She also belonged to the Cosmopolitan Club. Mary had worked at the Consolidated Cigar for 31 years, and prior to that, at the General Cigar, Kingston. She received a certificate from the Smith’s School of Practical Nursing and was a volunteer at Wesley Village for over 20 years. She was preceded in death by brothers, Joseph, Charles and Michael, and John Cicon; and sisters, Anna Kowalewski and Helen Hudak and a niece, Maryann Lynn. Surviving are her sister, Irene, Cerza, Exeter, along with numerous nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends may call Saturday from 8:30 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. at the Gubbiotti Funeral Home, 1030 Wyoming Ave., Exeter. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10 a.m. at St. Anthony of Padua Church ( St. Barbara Parish), 28 Memorial St., Exeter. Interment will be in St. John the Slovak Cemetery, Schooley Street, Exeter. Memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

Dorothy Bowman Schmidt January 4, 2012 Dorothy Bowman Schmidt made her final trip to Jesus and the Blessed Mother on Wednesday, January 4, 2012. Born on October 6, 1918, she lived in Wilkes-Barre before moving to Mountain Top in 1951. She was a graduate of St. Nicholas High School. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph H. Schmidt II; her parents, Frank and Lena Bowman, and her sister Marie Lombard. Dorothy is survived by her children, Joseph III and wife Betty Ann; daughters, Joan and Judy; son Gerard and his wife, Lisa; and her son Michael and his wife, Barbara; grandchildren, Kristina Hunt, Matthew Schmidt and Christopher Schmidt. Special thanks are given to mom’s caregivers, Regina, Irene, Jill, Jane, Bureau of Aging, VNA and Hospice and friend Father John Gali. Funeral arrangements and viewing will be held by the McCune Funeral Home, Mountain Top, Monday, January 9, from 9 to 10 a.m. Celebration of Life Mass will be held at St. Jude’s Church, Mountain Top, at 10:30 a.m. Monday, January 9. In lieu of flowers, please give donations in Dorothy’s name to the St. Jude’s Church Building Fund or the donor’s charity of choice.

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Destina and Davida Brannigan, twin daughters of Destiny Kotsur and Michael Brannigan, are celebrating their sixth birthdays today, Jan. 6. Destina and Davida are the granddaughters of David and Deborah Kotsur and Janet Brannigan, all of Plains Township, and David Brannigan, Wapwallopen. They are the great-granddaughters of Joseph Kotsur, Shickshinny; the late Carol J. Kotsur; the late Irene Watlavage; Raymond Pokrifka, Plains Township; and Sarah Macking; the late Leonard Macking Sr.; and Frank and Ruth Brannigan, all of Wilkes-Barre.

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Richard ‘Ricky’ Joseph Carey, son of Shawn and Susan Carey, Nanticoke, is celebrating his sixth birthday today, Jan. 6. Ricky is a grandson of Richard and Celia Jennings and Maxine Carey, all of Nanticoke. He is a great-grandson of the late Harry and Anna Bloom and Henrietta McDermott. Ricky has a brother and a sister, twins, Shawn and Samara, 8.

Andrew James Poyer, son of James and Nicole Poyer, Mountain Top, is celebrating his seventh birthday today, Jan. 6. Andrew is a grandson of Bernadine Naugle, Old Forge, and Christine Frund, Wilkes-Barre. He has a brother Anthony, 10.

Mountain Post 781 makes donation to food bank The Sons of the American Legion Mountain Post 781 recently made a generous holiday donation to the Mountain Top Area food bank a St. Paul’s Church. At the presentation, from left: Joe Vetashick, Adjutant; Flossie Pedley; Dave Schiel, Sergeant of Arms; Donna Smith; Len Biel, Commander; and Louise Wendt.

The Bear Scouts from Pack 106, Mountain Top, recently visited the Fairview Township Police Department. Officer Munk provided the scouts with a tour of the facility. He also took their fingerprints and spoke to them about how they could help prevent crime and what to do in an emergency. At the police station, from left, first row are, Will Bogdon, Kyle Barley, Zach Wiernusz, Ethan Stine, Luke Gillen and Nick Matthews. Second row: Officer Munk, Nathan Sipple and Den Leaders Bob Barley and Jeff Stine.

Disability Mentoring Day held at Pride Mobility Pride Mobility Products Corporation and Quantum Rehab recently offered 27 students with disabilities an opportunity to be mentored by career professionals in various fields at Pride and Quantum during Disability Mentoring Day (DMD) at Pride’s Exeter facility. Attendees also included Luzerne Intermediate Unit 18 specialists and learning support teachers. DMD is designed to bring students and job seekers with disabilities into the workplace through hands-on career exploration, on-site job shadowing and ongoing mentoring leading to internship and employment opportunities. Participants had the opportunity to meet with professionals to learn the typical job responsibilities and the necessary knowledge and skills needed for specific vocations. Careers in research and development, marketing, education, reimbursement, government affairs, sales and technical service were highlighted. The event also included a tour of Pride’s facility and a welcome address by Scott Meuser, chairman and chief executive officer. Some of the participants, not in order, are: students Josh Zacharias, Seth Harrison, Brandon Scott, Steven Bardo, Mark Bullock, Erin Thomas, Stacy Schulz, Nicole Shepard, Brittany Ulitchney, Kevin Dushok, Ryan Dunsmuir, Michael Kowalski, Steven Udiski, Warren Kolc, Rafael Torres, Alexandra Owen, Steven Alaimo, Kegan Balazs, Samantha Lavelle, Patricia Bienick, Dimitri Theodorelos, Victoria Horn, Kevin Harris, Nicholas Roche, Amber Holoman, Branden Fuller-Morris and Andrew Smith; teachers and aides Sarah Pryor, Mary Joyce Stefanowicz, Kerry Spagnuolo, Alexis Edwards, Alane Zurek, Elain Coburn, Maura Casey, Nina Wozniak, Jim Martin, Diane Orloski, Kelly Peters, Linda Horvath, Lisa Wildes, Debbie Bath and Michelle Hopkins; and Pride employees Tiffany Tarter, Julie Piriano and Madonna Long.

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Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians (LOAH), St. John Neumann Division 1, Wilkes-Barre, participated in the Catherine McAuley House Adopt a Family Program. LAOH members donated towards the project and members Mary Ann and Nancy Amesbury purchased and wrapped the gifts. With some of the gifts, from left: Maggie Tudgay; Marie Herbert; Eileen Kenyon; Mary Ann Amesbury; Mary Ellen Dooley; Maureen Lavelle, LAOH Pennsylvania State President; Sister Marie Larkin, director, McAuley Center; and Sue Cosgrove.

Daddow-Isaacs Post hosts Christmas party Daddow-Isaacs Dallas American Legion Post 672 recently hosted its annual children’s Christmas party for Back Mountain residents. Food and entertainment were provided and Santa Claus distributed gifts to all the children. Enjoying the festivities with Santa are members of the Prest family, Angela, Jacob, Stacie and Frank.

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OUR OPINION: GOOD GOVERNMENT

Revisiting ABCs of civil behavior

E POLITE. Don’t call a person names that are naughty or silly. Look a person in the eye while he or she is talking to you. During group discussions, sit at the table with your peers and try not to fidget. Listen attentively for as long as a person is speaking to you; try not to interrupt or avert your attention to your cell phone, your wristwatch or someone else’s conversation. If you disagree with what a person says, remain respectful. Don’t roll your eyes or otherwise be dismissive. Remember to say “please” and “thank you.” ••• While this advice sounds elementary – the kind of thing a kindergarten teacher tries to ingrain in pupils during the first weeks of a school year – the lessons bear repeating for all those members of Luzerne County’s newly reorganized city and borough councils, township supervisor panels and school boards. For that matter, it also applies to the 11 women and men who, as of Jan. 2, collectively make up Luzerne County’s first county council. Area residents attuned to the news know, for example, that Wilkes-Barre’s city council meetings at times last year drifted toward the absurd: council members seemingly more obsessed with counting the minutes allotted to public speakers than hearing what they had to say, personality clashes, “cupcake” tossing. This nonsense further erodes people’s confidence in our local governments, already shaken in recent years by many incidents of public corruption. It also distracts from the issues that matter. Luzerne County, its communities and its schools face financial and other challenges in 2012; debating how best to meet those challenges will naturally result in dissention and discord. Understandably, upset constituents will sometimes vent. But true leaders – those deserving of our votes in the future – will disagree with each other and their detractors without resorting to boorish behavior. That’s what distinguishes them as leaders. As for the others, well, they should resign from public office or get booted by voters at the next opportunity. If they can’t represent without constant rancor and theatrics, our local governments don’t need them. Thank you very much.

QUOTE OF THE DAY “We did not make the decision to freeze these funds lightly.” Gov. Tom Corbett The state’s top executive this week froze $160 million in state spending, compelling most Pennsylvania agencies to cope with an average 3 percent less. The four state-related universities will experience a heftier cut; however, the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency’s budget will not be affected.

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Welcome steps on fuel efficiency

ESS THAN A decade ago, oil cost less than $30 a barrel and drivers pumped $1.50-a-gallon gasoline into their vehicles. While those good old days aren’t likely to return, several notable events in 2011 showed it’s time for Americans to change at least some of their old ways of thinking about oil. That was then: Any threats to petroleum supplies from the Middle East will result in immediately soaring prices. This is now: From the civil war in Libya to last week’s warning from Iran that it would close down the Strait of Hormuz, 2011 brought a number of events that could have spiked the cost of crude. Yet oil finished the year at $100 a barrel. A big part of the reason for the relative stability: Demand remained tamped down in America and Europe because of their continued economic problems. In addition, the more stable Middle East countries such as Saudi Arabia insisted on pumping out EDITORIAL BOARD

enough oil to meet demand. That was then: U.S. automakers will resist programs to boost fuel efficiency. This is now: In mid-2011, President Barack Obama announced a deal with auto companies to essentially double the average fuel economy standard for domestically produced vehicles to 54.5 miles a gallon by 2025. The eventual production of tens of millions of more efficient cars and sport utility vehicles will save billions of gallons of fuel. That was then: American automobile companies are shrinking dinosaurs. This is now: The big news locally was Ford’s announcement of a $1.1 billion expansion of its Claycomo automotive plant and the eventual addition of 1,600 jobs. It’s encouraging at the start of 2012 to see some positive news about oil supplies, gasoline prices and the improved fortunes of U.S. auto companies. The Kansas City Star

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Paul’s not presidential material, but makes good points AS A predictor, the Iowa Republican presidential caucuses did the job. They identified two candidates, Rep. Michele Bachmann and Texas Gov. Rick Perry, who can now focus on whether their plane tickets to New Hampshire and South Carolina are refundable. Another, former Pennsylvania Sen. Rick Santorum, is on the path to the Republican primary version of “Miss Congeniality,” the vaunted “Most Likely to Get a Show on Fox News” crown. Did the caucuses identify the nominee? Not so much. But the caucuses also finally kicked off the presidential election season. Political junkies are now like NFL fans after a threeyear run of exhibition contests: Just as there is a limit to how many times you can watch meaningless games where passes bounce off the chests of slow, undersized rookies from Eastern South Dakota State, you can only listen to Perry and Bachmann wax illiterate on the great questions of the day for so long. So now it is genuinely on, like Donkey (elephant) Kong, and the experts are parsing Iowa results like physicists splitting atoms: “If you look at male caucus-goers aged 20-21 in the southwestern, more rural area of Pottawattamie County, you can see he voted for Santorum. His name is Bob.” What they aren’t doing is talking about the most fascinating aspect of this election. Ron Paul, who came a close third in Iowa, strikes at least a minor chord with nearly everyone, on one issue or another. What you hear people voice, again and again, is, “I’m not saying he should be president. I’m just saying he kind of makes sense

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COMMENTARY LANE FILLER when you listen to him.” I won’t assess the racist and anti-Semitic newsletters from Paul’s past here. They are horrific, and matter greatly, but discussing whether they should keep Paul from being president is like debating whether Newt Gingrich’s bad attitude should disqualify him from being “America’s Next Top Model.” Regardless, they’re not landing the gigs. Paul first ran for president in 1988, appearing on the ballots of 46 states as the Libertarian Party nominee. He got 432,179 votes out of about 91 million cast, meaning his views were only slightly more popular than the veal entree at a dinner sponsored by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals. But look at what people are saying now. What’s morphed certainly isn’t Paul, who hasn’t changed his tune since they invented the Victrola. It’s the voters who have changed, and the establishment candidates have not. Paul wants to talk about decriminalizing drugs. Even in studies conducted by scary federal employees ringing doorbells and asking stunned, possibly stoned, residents, “Have you ever smoked pot?” more than 40 percent of Americans say yes. More and more folks are coming to believe the “war on drugs” is just a shockingly expensive attack on the people of the United States. Yet no serious candidate discusses decriminalization. Paul wants to talk about the wisdom of borrowing money from China to disburse it

The lesson of the Ron Paul candidacy is that we’re now at a point where the willingness to speak honestly about meaningful issues automatically disqualifies you as a serious candidate to lead the nation. to other countries. We’re the world’s sad parent, using cash advances we can’t afford to spoil allies with those sweet new weapons that they’ve been craving. Yet no viable candidate discusses a wholesale reappraisal of our foreign policy. Paul suggests that operating more than 700 foreign military bases doesn’t buy us love, or peace of mind, or even peace. More Americans are coming to believe a worldwide military empire isn’t affordable, or in our best interests. Yet no mainstream candidate is willing to discuss a significant rethinking of our military spending. The lesson of the Ron Paul candidacy is that we’re now at a point where the willingness to speak honestly about meaningful issues automatically disqualifies you as a serious candidate to lead the nation. Paul won’t be president, and shouldn’t be. His belief in a sort of Darwinian society in which the elderly, least able and less fortunate get no help from the government appeals to hardly anyone. But whoever is elected ought to respect, and even adopt, some of his points along with the candor and consistency with which he makes them. Lane Filler, a former columnist and reporter for The Times Leader, is a member of the Newsday editorial board.

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Look to Bible as guide to leading a better life

have wonderful news for commentary writer Doug Ayers (“A New Year’s wish for healthy, happy, responsible living,” Dec. 30) and all of the rest of us who would like to see a major change in our world! That book you’ve been looking for to guide us through living a better life has been here all along. It’s called the Bible. This wonderful book is not quite as large as you had envisioned; however, it contains the answer to every problem and issue we have in society today. Jesus is the only hope for the future. Let’s make establishing a relationship with him our New Year’s resolution, and everything else will fall into place. Lisa Smith Shavertown

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Our economic fate foiled by an unwise government

he American Indians’ fate as a nation was tied to the herds of buffalo that roamed this country’s grassy plains. So vast were some of those herds, it was said to have taken a man on horseback three days to ride through one of them. The Native Americans’ entire lives followed this animal; they were known to

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have found 77 uses for its hide-buckskin, hair, tail, hoof, feet, horn and meat. The Indians’ presence posed a problem for paleface, and the buffalo had to go. Its slaughter, almost to extinction, began. Our government played a final role by laying track for Pullman train cars, loaded with paid sharpshooters, to enter the Plains and complete the killing orgy. Thus, a proud, thriving nation, deprived of its treasure, was brought to its knees and transformed to pawns of the state and casino operators. Now, our nation is being transformed and its treasure of trillions of dollars, earned by achievers, plundered. Our government ruled that the have-nots, who could not afford a home, should own one, and the economy was brought to its knees. Scapegoats included George Bush, Wall Street and Republicans. Sheesh! “In hoc anno Domini,” (in this year of the Lord), allegiance to the god of state and Lady Gaga seem to prevail. Edziu Antek Silvent West Wyoming

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State ends oversight of county court system Work of Senior Berks County Judge Arthur Grim as a special master is praised. Staff and wire reports

The state Supreme Court on Thursday issued an order that ends its oversight of the Luzerne County court system that resulted out of the juvenile justice scandal. The county court system had been under scrutiny by the high court since February 2009, when it appointed Senior Berks

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from a series of class-action lawsuits filed by juveniles who allege they were incarcerated as part of a scheme to enrich former Luzerne County judges Mark Ciavarella and Michael Conahan and others. It does not resolve claims pending against others allegedly involved in the scheme. Schneider represents PA Child Care and Western PA Child Care, the two juvenile centers at the heart of the scandal, as well as Mid Atlantic Youth Services, a related entity that provided treatment services at the two centers. Schneider acknowledges that co-defendants in a case ordinarily have no standing to object to a settlement with one or more defendants. He argues his clients should be permitted to

County Judge Arthur Grim as a special master to review thousands of cases that had been handled by forGrim mer Judge Mark Ciavarella between 2003 and 2008. Ciavarella was sentenced in August to 28 years in prison for illegally accepting $2.8 million from the builder and owner of two juvenile detention centers that were utilized by the county.

Grim found that Ciavarella routinely violated the constitutional rights of juveniles, including the right to legal counsel and the right to intelligently enter a plea. At Grim’s recommendation, the justices in 2009 expunged the records of 2,251 juvenile offenders. Grim also presided over the disbursement of a special compensation fund that was set up to pay restitution to persons who were the victims of crimes committed by juveniles whose records were expunged. “All Pennsylvanians owe

Judge Grim a debt of gratitude for helping coordinate unprecedented cooperation among all three branches of state government in bringing about a fair resolution to a miscarriage of justice that affected so many juveniles, their families and the community at large,” Chief Justice of Pennsylvania Ronald D. Castille said in a statement. Luzerne County President Judge Thomas Burke said the high court’s order was a “milestone” for the county as it continues to bounce back from the corruption scandal.

“I believe the court’s order suggests our court in Luzerne County has ‘turned the corner’ with regard to its administration of juvenile delinquency matters,” Burke said. Burke noted he has also been relieved of his obligation to file monthly reports with the Supreme Court. The court had directed the county court to provide the reports to show how it was addressing issues that arose from the corruption scandal. The court rescinded that requirement as of October.

intervene in this instance because the Mericle settlement prejudices their defense and ability to reach a possible settlement with the plaintiffs. The bulk of the 47-page legal brief focuses on inequities within the settlement agreement that Schneider claims would unfairly benefit some of the juveniles at the expense of others.

Juveniles who were incarcerated at PA or Western PA Child Care would receive $5,000 each; those incarcerated at other facilities would receive $1,000 while those who were adjudicated delinquent but not incarcerated would receive $500.

Schneider further alleges the distribution of the money would favor juveniles who were represented by attorney Barry Dyller of Wilkes-Barre and the law firms of attorney Sol Weiss of Philadelphia and William R. Caroselli of Pittsburgh. According to Schneider, attorneys from the Caroselli and Weiss firms are on the claims committee, which would give them inside knowledge of the number of claims made against the enhanced benefit fund. Dyller, who was co-counsel with Weiss, also would have an unfair advantage in arguing for his clients in the claims process, Schneider contends. Weiss could not be reached for comment. Dyller and Caroselli said the claims are without merit. “It’s utter nonsense,” Dyller said. “He can say anything he wants … It’s just desperation on that lawyer’s part.”

2,400 juveniles affected The agreement, which is estimated to affect 2,400 juveniles who appeared before Ciavarella between Jan. 1, 2003 and May 28, 2008, sets up four funds that provide for varying payments dependent upon individual circumstances. Juveniles who were incarcerated at PA or Western PA Child Care would receive $5,000 each; those incarcerated at other facilities would receive $1,000 while those who were adjudicated delinquent but not incarcerated would receive

$500. There also is an enhanced benefit fund that would allow juveniles to seek additional compensation based on various factors, including the number of times and length of their incarceration and degree of emotional and/or educational damage they suffered. Schneider contends the enhancement fund is biased toward the “worst” juvenile offenders because they, by virtue of their crimes, served more time than juveniles convicted of lesser crimes. He cites the case of a juvenile who raped his 8-year-old sister and spent a substantial amount of time at PA Child Care in Pittston Township undergoing

treatment. He will get substantially more money than two other juveniles he cites who served probation. Schneider also faults a section of the agreement that provides for an appeal process for any juvenile who disagrees with the decision of a claims committee and special master who will determine how much each claimant is entitled to receive. The agreement states those hearings and all documents related to the hearings will be confidential. That would preclude a judge from reviewing the decisions to ensure they were just, Schneider said. Favoritism allegation

Attorneys want Powell, centers liable By TERRIE MORGAN-BESECKER tmorgan@timesleader.com

SCRANTON – Attorneys representing juveniles in the “kids for cash” lawsuits have asked a federal judge to find attorney Robert Powell and the two juvenile centers he once co-owned liable for damages prior to the case going to trial. In court papers filed Thursday, attorney Daniel Segal of Philadelphia claims that pretrial evidence gathered shows that Powell knew or should have known that money he paid to former Luzerne County Judge Mark Ciavarella would lead Ciavarella to improperly incarcerate youths at the PA Child Care and Western PA Child Care juvenile detention centers he once co-owned. Powell pleaded guilty in 2009 to charges related to his payment of $772,500 to Ciavarella and former Judge Michael Conahan. Prosecutors say the judges extorted the money from Powell based on threats they would stop sending juveniles to his centers if he didn’t pay. Segal claims Powell’s payment of the money to the judges “set in motion” a series of acts by Ciavarella that Powell should have known would have led to judge to violate constitutional rights of juveniles who appeared before him. The motion seeks judgment against Powell, PA Child Care, Western PA Child Care and Mid Atlantic Youth Services, which provided treatment services at the two juvenile detention facilities.

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wa will be Santorum’s high-water mark.” Carso said Santorum will now get the media and political scrutiny that he has avoided while in the back of the pack. “Add to that his lack of national organization and unfilled war chest,” Carso said. “And one more thing: Santorum’s message centers on social issues, while most of the electorate, including Republicans, consider the economy the predominant issue. All of these add up to Santorum having no staying power.” Santorum is in New Hampshire campaigning “He’s had a as Tuesshoestring day’s pribudget, and mary approaches. he’s worked his He said he tail off. … was 20 polling When you meet points behim and sit hind Romney across from in Iowa him, you are and near40 impressed with ly points his honesty down in and integrity.” New HampHal Flack shire. Center Moreland “We just have to work that much harder,” Santorum said Thursday in a phone call to The Times Leader. “I think we’re up 10 points today.” He said he is continuing his tireless campaigning, going to as many towns to meet as many voters as possible. He said voters are looking for a conservative champion. “They’re looking for someone who can articulate the base values of this country and not be ashamed of it,” Santorum said. “People want the opportunity to work, and they believe in the dig-

vote on Dec. 12 when the state Legislative Reapportionment Commission voted 4-1 to approve new borders. The new maps will be in place for the next decade starting with this year’s election. At that hearing, Costa said the final plans were “partisan” and Republicans were more concerned with strengthening their seats than being fair. One key sticking point for many who testified on the redistricting was the number of municipalities split among House districts. Though there are 108 such cases in the approved map, it’s fewer than the 121 that were in that predicament the past decade. Locally, the final maps split three municipalities among multiple districts, including Hazle, Wright and Hanover townships. Earlier plans also included splitting Plains, Pittston and Bear Creek townships. State Rep. Gerald Mullery, DNewport Township, would represent a district that includes all three townships that are split. He said that while he “applauds Sen. Costa’s spirit and tenacity,” he has “accepted the new district and moved on and begun to reach out to the residents in my new legislative areas.”

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nity of human life. They want to be able to raise their family and practice their faith. I was always taught as a kid that you went to church and take care of your family first.” Santorum now lives in Virginia and has a home in Pittsburgh. He said Pennsylvania always will be close to his heart. “I wouldn’t be here to today if it wasn’t for the people of Pennsylvania giving me that opportunity,” he said. ‘Command of the issues’ Hal Flack of Center Moreland knows Santorum well and said he is excited to see Santorum doing so well. “He has an incredible command of the issues,” Flack said. “It’s exciting to see Rick get traction in Iowa, and I look forward to a good showing in New Hampshire and South Carolina.” Flack said he spoke to Santorum on Friday about the campaign and where it was headed. “He’s had a shoestring budget,

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would be if he could guarantee Pennsylvania for the GOP, and that would be unreliable based on his loss of his Senate seat.” Mitchell weighs in Ed Mitchell, longtime Democratic political analyst and consultant, said Santorum deserves congratulations on his strong showing in Iowa. “But his success will be shortlived,” Mitchell said. “He doesn’t have the money or organization to compete nationally. And his politics don’t fly well with the mood of the American electorate.” Mitchell predicted Santorum will be able to move the GOP further right, which will be good for President Barack Obama, but he won’t win the nomination. “His showing in Iowa is a blip in this year’s election campaign,” he said.

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Report: Penn State to hire Pats’ O’Brien

Manusky is fired after just one year

By DEREK LEVARSE dlevarse@timesleader.com

Nearly two months after firing Joe Paterno, Penn State may finally have found a successor. According to NFL reporter Chris Mortensen of ESPN, New England Patriots offensive coordinator Bill O’Brien is poised to become the new head coach of the

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Nittany Lions. Citing anonymous sources, the report says Penn State will announce the hiring on Saturday and that O’Brien will remain with the Patriots through the rest of their season. A Penn State spokesman said the school had no comment on the report. Penn State players had not

been told of any potential hire as of Thursday night. Acting athletic director Dave Joyner,whoisheadingtheschool’s search committee, was not immediately available for comment. Joyner said earlier Thursday night that he hoped to name a coach before Jan. 13. “I do anticipate having a football

coach in place to take full advantage of the open (recruiting) period coming up,” Joyner said during an interview on the Penn State radio network. Recruiting restrictions are lifted on Jan. 13, the same day most of the Nittany Lions’ projected recruiting class – including local standout Eugene Lewis – is sched-

uled to visit Penn State. The Patriots would play their first playoff game on Jan. 14 or Jan. 15. “I would love to have somebody in place then, and I anticipate we will be able to do that,” Joyner said. “I believe the search is continuing and progressing very well, as See O’BRIEN, Page 6B

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Winner of Monday’s BCS title game will give conference its sixth consecutive No. 1 team. By PAUL NEWBERRY AP National Writer

NEW ORLEANS — A few months ago, when there were rumblings that Virginia Tech might be jumping to the Southeastern Conference, Eddie Whitley and his teammates got excited. “Everyone was like, ‘Man, I would love to play there!”’ the Hokies senior safety said, his eyes lighting up. “I was like, ‘Man, I wish I was a freshman now!”’ The switch never happened. Virginia Tech stayed put, at least for the time being, in the Atlantic Coast Conference. But UP NEXT Whitley’s acBCS count sums Championship up what just Alabama about everyvs. LSU one else in 8:30 p.m. the nation Monday (ESPN) has been forced to concede: Love it or hate, no one plays college football like the SEC. Look no further than Monday night’s BCS title game between No.1LSU and No. 2 Alabama. For the first time under this format, two teams from the same league — heck, the same division — are facing off in a no-lose situation for the SEC. Before one strand of confetti falls to Superdome floor, the conference is assured of its sixth straight national title. No other conference has won more than three in a row. “You’ve got the best athletes in the nation going to one conference,” Whitley marveled. “Alabama’s got linebackers that are 260, 270 (pounds). Our defensive TACKLES are 270.” The SEC’s dominance has been decades in the making. Many point to the SEC’s revolutionary decision in the early 1990s to expand from 10 to 12 teams, allowing it to become the first conference to split into divisions and set up its own championship game. Other factors, everything from an exclusive national television deal with CBS to top coaches such as LSU’s Les Miles and Alabama’s Nick Saban to the abundance of high school talent in the Deep South, help keep the SEC on top year after year. But the real roots of the SEC’s breakaway can be traced to the turbulent 1960s, when the region was ripped apart by the struggle for civil rights and its universities were still clinging to the notion of only letting whites through the schoolhouse door. In 1966, Alabama posted a perfect 11-0 record with an all-white team but still finished third in The Associated Press poll behind Notre Dame and Michigan State, which had played to a 10-10 tie. The feeling at the time, and one that is even more apparent with the hindsight of history, was that See SEC, Page 6B

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Crestwood’s Sydney Myers, No. 33, puts up a shot as Mia Hopkins of Pittston Area defends Thursday night.

Hot-shooting Pittston Area tops Crestwood

By JOHN MEDEIROS jmedeiros@timesleader.com

WRIGHT TWP. – Unbeaten Pittston Area proved it had warmed to the task of playing at defending division champion Crestwood by coming out firing. And making those shots. And making some more shots. Early in the second quarter,

the Patriots were on pace PITTSTON for 109 points. AREA They finished shooting 52 percent from CRESTWOOD the field in a 7350 triumph over the Comets in Wyoming Valley Conference girls basketball play Thursday.

“We came out all fired up,” said Pittston Area junior Mia Hopkins, who had a game-high 29 points and 15 rebounds. “I love to run. I really love to run. We got that quick lead in the beginning, and we got into the early 1-and-1 bonus. That really gave us some momentum.” Pittston Area took the lead for good less than three minutes in

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Variety to spice up WVC tournament By DAVE ROSENGRANT drosengrant@timesleader.com

The Wyoming Valley Conference Wrestling Tournament has certainly created buzz in its first two years with premier matchups around the league being held and some bouts taking place that wouldn’t be seen at any other time. Fans, coaches and parents are sure to expect the same thing when the event kicks off tonight and continues tomorrow morning with the semifinals at LakeLehman High School. Today’s wrestling starts at 5 p.m. Tomorrow’s action begins

from last year’s event are back – Crestwood’s Kyle Hankinson What: Wyoming Valley was a late scratch – to defend Conference Wrestling their titles and 159 other grapTournament plers are in the tourney to take a When: Today and Saturday at Lake-Lehman H.S. crack at winning the event for Times: The preliminary round the first time. begins at 5 p.m. today. The Hazleton Area’s Chad Hoffsemifinals begin Saturday at man (195 pounds) and Meyers’ 10 a.m. The gym will reopen Vito Pasone (126) are looking for the medal rounds starting for their third straight chamat 2:30 p.m. And the finals pionships. are slated for 4 p.m. Admission: $5 adults; $3 Pittston Area’s Jamie Scaranstudents tino (113), and Angelo Lussi (145), Meyers’ Justin Elick at 10 a.m. with the semifinals. (120) and Wyoming Area’s AnThe finals start at 4 p.m. Almost half of the winners See WRESTLING, Page 6B

and quickly raised its lead to double digits. The Patriots made 80 percent of their shots inside the arc during a 46-point first half. “We like to press, run, get up and down the floor,” Patriots coach Kathy Healey said. “But Crestwood played great deSee RUN, Page 3B

Former Dallas High School standout served as Chargers defensive coordinator. The Associated Press

SAN DIEGO — The San Diego Chargers fired defensive coordinator Greg Manusky after just one year on the job on Thursday and replaced him by promoting linebackers coach John Pagano. Manusky is a Dallas High School graduate where he was a standout linebacker in the mid-1980s. He was an AllAmerican linebacker at Colgate and Manusky played for 13 seasons in the NFL as a special teams standout and linebacker for the Washington Redskins, Minnesota Vikings and Kansas City Chiefs. After he finished playing, Manusky served as a linebackers coach for his former coach Marty Schottenheimer for six years. He held the position for one season in Washington and five in San Diego before joining the 49ers in 2006 where he was the defensive coordinator for four years. Manusky interviewed for the Carolina Panthers head coaching position prior to this season. The shakeout came four days after the Chargers finished 8-8 and out of the playoffs for the second straight year. It also came two days after coach Norv Turner and general manager A.J. Smith were notified by team President Dean Spanos that they will return next season. Manusky was hired away from the San Francisco 49ers last offseason to replace Ron Rivera, who left to become head coach of the Carolina Panthers. Pagano spent the last 10 seasons on San Diego’s staff and has coached linebackers since 2005. According to several websites, the firing came as no surprise. Bill Williamson, of espn.com, wrote that “the hiring of Manusky was considered the biggest mistake the team made in 2011 along with allowing running back Darren Sproles to leave and go to New Orleans as a free agent.” However, this is not the first time the Chargers have fired one of Turner’s defensive coordinators. Pagano will be Tu0rner’s fourth defensive coordinator in six seasons in San Diego.

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AMERICA’S LINE By ROXY ROXBOROUGH INJURY REPORT: On the NFL board, Houston QB T.J. Yates is now listed as probable; Pittsburgh RB Rashard Mendenhall is out.On the NBA board, Detroit guard Rodney Stuckey is questionable; New Jersey guard Deron Williams is probable; Boston guard Ray Allen is probable; Chicago guard Derrick Rose is probable; Denver forward Nene Hilario is questionable; Golden State guard Stephen Curry is out. NFL Favorite

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BOXING 9 p.m. ESPN2 — Super middleweights, Dyah Davis (20-2-1) vs. Alfonso Lopez (22-1-0), at Key West, Fla. 11 p.m. SHO — Lightweights, Luis Ramos Jr. (20-0-0) vs. Raymundo Beltran (25-5-0), at Indio, Calif.

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9 a.m. TGC — European PGA Tour, Africa Open, second round, at East London, South Africa (same-day tape) 5:30 p.m. TGC — PGA Tour, Tournament of Champions, first round, at Kapalua, Hawaii

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7:30 p.m. NBCSP — Dartmouth at RPI

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1:30 a.m. NBCSP — Dakar Rally, Fiambala, Argentina to Copiapo, Chile (delayed tape)

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T R A N S A C T I O N S BASEBALL Major League Baseball MLS—Suspended Washington (Syracuse-IL) RHP Zechry Zinicola 50 games after a second violation of the Minor League Drug Prevention and Treatment Program. American League LOS ANGELES ANGELS—Named Mike LaCassa manager of minor league operations. NEW YORK YANKEES—Named Justin Pope manager and Carlos Chantres piching coach for Staten Island (NYP). OAKLAND ATHLETICS—Agreed to terms with OF Coco Crisp on a two-year contract. SEATTLE MARINERS—Named Mark Lummus national cross checker and Jeremy Booth midwest supervisor. TAMPA BAY RAYS—Named Paul Hoover manager for Rays (GCL) and Kyle Snyder pitching coach for the Hudson Valley Renegades (NYP). TEXAS RANGERS—Named Michael Dean Chadwick special assistant. National League CHICAGO CUBS—Acquired RHP Chris Volstad from Miami for RHP Carlos Zambrano and cash considerations. LOS ANGELES DODGERS—Agreed to terms with RHP Mike MacDougal on a one-year contract. MIAMI MARLINS—Designated RHP Elih Villanueva for assignment.

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National Basketball Association CHICAGO BULLS—Named Susan Goodenow vice president, branding and communications. Promoted John Viola to vice president, corporate sales. SACRAMENTO KINGS—Fired coach Paul Westphal.

FOOTBALL

National Football League ARIZONA CARDINALS—Re-signed C Ryan Bartholomew, CB Korey Lindsey, DT Ricky Lumpkin, RB William Powell, TE Steve Skelton and LB Quan Sturdivant from the practice squad. Signed LB Antonio Coleman, G Chris Stewart and TE Martell Webb. NEW YORK JETS—Fined LB Bart Scott $10,000 for an obscene gesture he made toward a photographer in the team’s locker room on Jan. 2. SAN DIEGO CHARGERS—Fired defensive coordinator Greg Manusky. Canadian Football League EDMONTON ESKIMOS—Announced the resignation of offensive coordinator Rich Stubler. SASKATCHEWAN ROUGHRIDERS—Named Barron Miles defensive backs coach. Retained defensive coordinator Richie Hall, linebackers coach Alex Smith and defensive line coach Mike Walker. TORONTO ARGONAUTS—Signed RB Andre Durie and LB Jordan Younger to contract extensions. WINNIPEG BLUE BOMBERS—Named Garth Buchko president and chief executive officer, effective March 1.

HOCKEY

National Hockey League NHL—Suspended Florida F Krystofer Barch one game for an inappropriate comment directed at P.K. Subban of the Montreal Canadiens at the end of the first period in a game on Dec. 31. CAROLINA HURRICANES—Recalled F Brett Sutter from Charlotte (AHL). SAN JOSE SHARKS—Recalled F Tommy Wingels from Worcester (AHL). WINNIPEG JETS—Recalled F Patrice Cormier from St. John (AHL).

COLLEGE

ARKANSAS STATE—Named Keith Patterson defensive coordinator . EAST CAROLINA—Named Brian Overton director of football operations/player personnel. MISSISSIPPI—Dismissed G Dundrecous Nelson and G Jamal Jones from the basketball team for violating team rules. SOUTH CAROLINA—Announced WR Alshon Jeffery and CB Stephon Gilmore are entering the NFL draft. SOUTHERN MISSISSIPPI—Named Steve Buckley assistant head football coach and running backs coach, Rickey Bustle offensive coordinator and Tommy West defensive coordinator.

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186.5

Nets

198.5

WIZARDS Pacers

CELTICS

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183.5

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THUNDER

204.5

Rockets

T’WOLVES

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4.5

190.5

HORNETS

186.5

Grizzlies

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192.5

SUNS

LAKERS

189.5

Warriors

JAZZ

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BLACKHAWKS

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Avalanche

DUCKS

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T H I S W E E K E N D ’ S L O C A L C A L E N D A R FRIDAY, JAN. 6 BOYS BASKETBALL Tunkhannock at Wyoming Area, 7 p.m. Holy Redeemer at Berwick, 7:15 p.m. Coughlin at Wyoming Valley West, 7:15 p.m. Crestwood at Pittston Area, 7:15 p.m. Hazleton Area at Dallas, 7:15 p.m. Northwest at Nanticoke, 7:15 p.m. Wyoming Seminary at MMI Prep, 7:15 p.m. Meyers at Hanover Area, 7:15 p.m. Lake-Lehman at GAR, 7:15 p.m. HS SWIMMING Lake-Lehman at Wyoming Seminary, 4 p.m. Meyers at Dunmore, 4 p.m. Nanticoke at Coughlin, 4:30 p.m. Hanover Area at West Scranton, 4:30 p.m. HS WRESTLING WVC Wrestling Tournament at Lake-Lehman

SATURDAY, JAN. 7 GIRLS BASKETBALL Hazleton Area at Tamaqua, 1:30 p.m. Col-Mont Vo-Tech at MMI Prep, 2:15 p.m. Susquehanna at Crestwood, 2:15 p.m. Hanover Area at Pottsville, 7:15 p.m. HS WRESTLING WVC Wrestling Tournament at Lake-Lehman Storm King School at Wyoming Seminary, 10 a.m. MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL PSU Wilkes-Barre at Wilkes, 3 p.m. Lycoming at King’s, 3 p.m. WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL Neumann at King’s, 1 p.m. Lycoming at Wilkes, 1 p.m. COLLEGE WRESTLING King’s at Pennsylvania/New York Duals Wilkes at North/South Duals

H . S . W R E S T L I N G Wyoming Valley Conference Wrestling Tournament Seeds 106 1. Sean Bergold, Meyers (4-6); 2. Bobby Hawkins, Coughlin (8-2); 3. John Tomasura, Lake-Lehman (9-3); 4. Brad Glazenski, Hanover Area (11-5); 5. Justin Stonier, Tunkhannock (9-5); 6. Lucas Johnson, Hazleton Area (2-10); 7. Dakota Conner, Berwick (6-6); 8. James Wright, Wyoming Valley West (6-9). Unseeded: Seth Korch, Crestwood (3-12). 113 1. Jamie Scarantino, Pittston Area (14-4); 2. Dominic Degraba, Dallas (15-4); 3. Billy Poray, Coughlin (11-1); 4. Bob Gray, Crestwood (11-7); 5. A.J. Luton, GAR (10-4); 6. Joe Brady, Nanticoke (3-4); 7. Jimmy Stuart, Lake-Lehman (9-3); 8. Josh Sheetz, Meyers (6-3). Unseeded: Larry Romanchik, Hazleton Area (6-5); Alex Tirko, Wyoming Valley West (4-7); Brad Seward, Tunkhannock (0-3); Aaron Preston, Berwick (3-9); Mark O’Malley, Wyoming Area (2-7) 120 1. Travis Roper, Wyoming Valley West (11-2); 2. Justin Elick, Meyers (12-3); 3. Peter Talanca, Berwick (6-6); 4. Ed Ciprich, Coughlin (6-6); 5. Tyler Lutecki, Pittston Area (7-7); 6. Jeremy Vopava, Hazleton Area (3-8); 7. Eric Filipiak, Wyoming Area (4-8); 8. Mike Pavlichko, Tunkhannock (5-7). Unseeded: Peter Hodgson, GAR (1-7); John Jasionowicz, Crestwood (0-14); A.J. Klimovitch, Dallas (1-5); Steven Bardo, Lake-Lehman (0-4); Kyle Sorber, Nanticoke (0-0) 126 1. Vito Pasone, Meyers (13-0); 2. Kyle Krasavage, Wyoming Valley West (12-1); 3. Andrew Woznock, Berwick (6-5); 4. Zeb MacMillan, Lake-Lehman (9-4); 5. Kyle Gavrish, Nanticoke (4-3); 6. Carm Mauriello, Wyoming Area (7-6); 7. Eric Young, Dallas (13-5); 8. Dan Ritz, Crestwood (10-6). Unseeded: Brandon Butry, Coughlin (3-3); Dan Gambini, Pittston Area (0-9); Devin Reese, GAR (1-4); Derek Spachman, Hazleton Area (0-1) 132 1. Austin Harry, Lake-Lehman (12-0); 2. Andy Schutz, Wyoming Area (11-2); 3. Kashif Alston, Meyers (8-5); 4. Austin Soboleski, Berwick (5-5); 5. Nathan Cheek, Wyoming Valley West (11-3); 6. Josh Allabaugh, Nanticoke (4-3); 7. Joey O’Day, GAR (5-5); 8. James Lukachinsky, Hanover Area (2-3). Unseeded: Josh Mussoline, Hazleton Area (2-8); Alex Scheverman, Coughlin (2-6); Jordan Visneski, Dallas (1-12); Zack Appleby, Tunkhannock (4-7); Brad Rush, Pittston Area (4-5) 138 1. Kevin Laubach, Berwick (12-0); 2. Jake Winters, Lake-Lehman (9-4); 3. Steven Mingey, Dallas (11-8); 4. Jeff Nealon, Meyers (11-3); 5. Nick Heck, Wyoming Area (11-3); 6. Frank Mahmoud, Coughlin (4-2); 7. Kevin Wesolowski, Pittston Area (7-5); 8. Chris Packer, Tunkhannock (5-7). Unseeded: Chris Jones, Hanover Area (6-10); Mike Legg, Crestwood (4-8); Kody Masters, Hazleton Area (2-11); Anthony Edwards, Nanticoke (0-0); James Donovan, Wyoming Valley West (0-0) 145 1. Darren Stucker, Meyers (2-2); 2. Zach Macosky, Dallas (8-5); 3. Angelo Lussi, Pittston Area (10-6); 4. Ben Siegel, Tunkhannock (6-2); 5. Mark Meloro, Coughlin (8-4); 6. Klayton Kasprzyk, Nanticoke (2-2); 7. Jake Geroski, Crestwood (8-7); 8. Cody Cordes, Wyoming Valley West (10-4); Unseeded: Zac Kyttle, Berwick (4-5); Ryan Filipiak, Wyoming Area (6-6); Rashaun Mathis, GAR (2-9); Tim Kline, Hazleton Area (2-7) 152 1. Anthony Talanca, Berwick (9-3); 2. Maurice Wood, Nanticoke (5-3); 3. Frank Ardo, Pittston Area (6-7); 4. Josh Winters, Lake-Lehman (5-2); 5. Eric Carty, Meyers (5-6); 6. Dominic Vitale, Hanover Area (14-3); 7. Dominic Gulius, Coughlin (4-6); 8. Korey Welkey, GAR (2-6). Unseeded: Colten Coolbaugh, Tunkhannock (1-7); Mike Harding, Wyoming Area (0-3); Nick Palkovic, Wyoming Valley West (1-4); Randy Lisnock, Hazleton Area (0-1); Tim Carl, Crestwood (0-1). 160 1. Matt Hammerstone, Crestwood (17-1); 2. Bill Dixon (6-3); 3. Will Mausteller, Berwick (10-2); 4. Mike Colatosti, Nanticoke (2-3); 5. Nick O’Brien, Wyoming Area (10-3); 6. Brian Dwyer, Wyoming Valley West (5-6); 7. Adam Fredmund, Hazleton Area (5-8); 8. Johntae Nelson, Meyers (5-7). Unseeded: Troy Vannucci, Coughlin (4-6); Rich Sickler, GAR (4-7); Cole Wright (2-7); Anthony Eck, Hanover Area (4-11); Bobby Wright, Lake-Lehman (2-4); Troy Platukus, Pittston Area (0-1). 170 1. Charlie Generotti, Tunkhannock (13-1); 2. Tom Biesadesky, Hazleton Area (6-9); 3. Andrew Brodginski, Crestwood (9-7); 4. Brian Maslowski, Nanticoke (1-3); 5. Dijon Townes, Meyers (5-6); 6. Sam Falcone, Pittston Area (5-7); 7. Tom Smulowitz, Wyoming Valley West (3-6); 8. Ismael Vaquiz, Berwick (4-8). Unseeded: Jamaar Taylor, GAR (6-2); Paul Cole, Coughlin (4-7); Dominic Oliveri, Dallas (6-11) 182 1. Steve Radzwilla, Hanover Area (14-2); 2. Roger Legg, Crestwood (11-4); 3. John Olson, Coughlin (7-5); 4. Trey Cowman, Wyoming Valley West (4-3); 5. Kyle Hamilton, Nanticoke (1-3); 6. Derek Dragon, Lake-Lehman (5-2); 7. Ryan Kozloski, Dallas (6-5); 8. Kenny Reese, GA R (5-5). Unseeded: Pat Nallin, Pittston Area (6-8); Jude Polit-Moran, Wyoming Area (4-8); Adrian Brito, Meyers (1-7); William Ramirez, Hazleton Area (1-0)

195 1. Chad Hoffman, Hazleton Area (17-3); 2. Pedro Bracero, Nanticoke (8-0); 3. John Minich, Pittston Area (7-6); 4. Shaun Whiting, Wyoming Area (7-6); 5. Nate Carrasco, Tunkhannock (7-7); 6. Garrett Artsma, Dallas (5-1); 7. Allan Sakosky, Wyoming Valley West (3-7); 8. Bryan Velez, Meyers (2-7). Unseeded: Curtis Barbacci, Lake-Lehman (2-3); Louis Foster, Coughlin (0-2); Mike Sweeney, Crestwood (0-2); Andrew Jones, GAR (1-2). 220 1. Dillon Ropietski, Hanover Area (8-5); 2. Taylor Schermerhorn, Hazleton Area (11-6); 3. Jake Jola, Berwick (10-2); 4. Jordan Phillips, Coughlin (6-5); 5. Zach Faust, GAR (9-4); 6. Eric Donaher, Pittston Area (6-5); 7. Ryan Monk, Dallas (11-7); 8. Austin Gregory, Tunkhannock (0-0) 285 1. Brad Emerick, Coughlin (11-0); 2. Casey Drake, Tunkhannock (7-2); 3. Chris Wesolowski, Pittston Area (8-7); 4. Elijah Gresham, GAR (9-5); 5. Tyler Ohl, Berwick (6-6); 6. Will Womer, Crestwood (7-5); 7. Corey Popovich, Wyoming Area (4-7); 8. T.J. Evans, Wyoming Valley West (1-9). Unseeded: Jake Carr, Dallas (1-0); Dustin Jones, Lake-Lehman (1-0)

B A S K E T B A L L NBA At A Glance All Times EST EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division W L Pct Philadelphia...................... 3 2 .600 Boston ............................... 4 3 .571 Toronto.............................. 3 3 .500 New York .......................... 2 4 .333 New Jersey....................... 1 6 .143 Southeast Division W L Pct Miami................................. 6 1 .857 Orlando ............................. 5 2 .714 Atlanta ............................... 4 2 .667 Charlotte ........................... 2 4 .333 Washington ...................... 0 6 .000 Central Division W L Pct Chicago............................. 6 1 .857 Indiana............................... 4 2 .667 Cleveland.......................... 3 3 .500 Milwaukee......................... 2 3 .400 Detroit................................ 2 4 .333 WESTERN CONFERENCE Southwest Division W L Pct San Antonio ...................... 4 2 .667 Memphis ........................... 3 3 .500 Dallas ................................ 3 4 .429 Houston............................. 2 4 .333 New Orleans..................... 2 4 .333 Northwest Division W L Pct Portland............................. 4 1 .800 Denver............................... 5 2 .714 Oklahoma City ................. 5 2 .714 Utah ................................... 3 3 .500 Minnesota ......................... 2 4 .333 Pacific Division W L Pct L.A. Clippers..................... 3 2 .600 L.A. Lakers ....................... 4 3 .571 Golden State..................... 2 4 .333 Phoenix ............................. 2 4 .333 Sacramento ...................... 2 5 .286 Thursday's Games Miami at Atlanta, late Dallas at San Antonio, late Milwaukee at Sacramento, late L.A. Lakers at Portland, late Today's Games Atlanta at Charlotte, 7 p.m. New Jersey at Toronto, 7 p.m. New York at Washington, 7 p.m. Detroit at Philadelphia, 7 p.m. Indiana at Boston, 7:30 p.m. Houston at Oklahoma City, 8 p.m. Denver at New Orleans, 8 p.m. Cleveland at Minnesota, 8 p.m. Chicago at Orlando, 8 p.m. Memphis at Utah, 9 p.m. Golden State at L.A. Lakers, 10:30 p.m. Portland at Phoenix, 10:30 p.m.

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Leaders Through Wednesday, January 4th Scoring Average G FG FT PTS AVG James, MIA................................. 7 78 53 209 29.9 Anthony, NYK............................. 6 52 51 167 27.8 Durant, OKC ............................... 7 65 38 183 26.1 Bryant, LAL ................................. 7 65 44 181 25.9 Love, MIN.................................... 6 50 41 154 25.7 Griffin, LAC ................................. 5 50 26 126 25.2 Bargnani, TOR............................ 6 53 30 144 24.0 Ellis, GOL.................................... 5 45 21 119 23.8 Aldridge, POR ............................ 5 46 19 111 22.2 Nowitzki, DAL ............................. 7 55 41 155 22.1 Rose, CHI ................................... 7 47 41 146 20.9 Allen, BOS .................................. 6 39 20 120 20.0 Anderson, ORL .......................... 7 48 17 138 19.7 Howard, ORL.............................. 7 53 28 134 19.1 Bosh, MIA ................................... 7 51 29 132 18.9 Wade, MIA .................................. 6 45 23 113 18.8 DeRozan, TOR........................... 6 40 21 111 18.5 Thornton, SAC ........................... 7 46 22 128 18.3 Williams, PHL ............................. 5 28 26 91 18.2 Jennings, MIL ............................. 5 32 19 88 17.6 D. Williams, NJN ........................ 6 34 27 104 17.3 Martin, HOU................................ 6 37 15 103 17.2 Jamison, CLE ............................. 6 41 14 103 17.2 Westbrook, OKC........................ 7 46 26 120 17.1 Holiday, PHL............................... 5 31 15 85 17.0 Harden, OKC.............................. 7 31 47 119 17.0 Gasol, LAL .................................. 7 48 22 118 16.9 Lawson, DEN.............................. 7 44 23 117 16.7 Paul, LAC .................................... 5 34 8 82 16.4 REBOUNDS PER GAME G OFF DEF TOT AVG Howard, ORL........................ 7 30 82 112 16.0 Love, MIN.............................. 6 36 54 90 15.0 Hawes, PHL .......................... 5 11 46 57 11.4 Gasol, MEM .......................... 6 13 48 61 10.2 Hibbert, IND .......................... 6 18 42 60 10.0 Haslem, MIA ......................... 7 19 51 70 10.0 McGee, WAS........................ 6 18 41 59 9.8 Varejao, CLE......................... 6 24 35 59 9.8 Griffin, LAC ........................... 5 16 32 48 9.6 Camby, POR......................... 5 14 33 47 9.4 Monroe, DET ........................ 6 27 29 56 9.3 Cousins, SAC ....................... 6 30 26 56 9.3 Millsap, UTA ......................... 6 16 39 55 9.2 Okafor, NOR ......................... 6 18 37 55 9.2 Hayes, SAC........................... 7 21 40 61 8.7 Frye, PHX.............................. 6 10 42 52 8.7 Gasol, LAL ............................ 7 15 45 60 8.6 Brand, PHL............................ 5 11 31 42 8.4 Smith, ATL ............................ 6 10 39 49 8.2 Gay, MEM ............................. 6 12 37 49 8.2 Boozer, CHI .......................... 7 12 45 57 8.1 Hansbrough, IND ................. 6 18 30 48 8.0 Wallace, POR ....................... 5 9 31 40 8.0 ASSISTS PER GAME G AST AVG Rondo, BOS............................................ 7 75 10.7 Lowry, HOU ............................................ 6 60 10.0 Calderon, TOR ....................................... 6 60 10.0 Paul, LAC ................................................ 5 49 9.8 Nash, PHX .............................................. 6 52 8.7 Jack, NOR............................................... 5 43 8.6 Rose, CHI................................................ 7 60 8.6 Ellis, GOL ................................................ 5 41 8.2 James, MIA ............................................. 7 52 7.4 Augustin, CHA ........................................ 6 44 7.3 Parker, SAN ............................................ 6 43 7.2 Rubio, MIN .............................................. 6 42 7.0 Felton, POR ............................................ 5 35 7.0 Miller, DEN.............................................. 7 46 6.6 Wade, MIA .............................................. 6 39 6.5 Wall, WAS ............................................... 6 39 6.5 Collison, IND........................................... 6 37 6.2 Bryant, LAL ............................................. 7 42 6.0 D. Williams, NJN .................................... 6 36 6.0 Nelson, ORL ........................................... 6 35 5.8 Diaw, CHA............................................... 6 34 5.7 Lawson, DEN .......................................... 7 39 5.6 Irving, CLE .............................................. 6 32 5.3 Sessions, CLE........................................ 6 32 5.3 Westbrook, OKC .................................... 7 37 5.3 Jennings, MIL ......................................... 5 25 5.0 Turkoglu, ORL ........................................ 7 35 5.0

NCAA Men Thursday's Scores EAST Albany (NY) 89, UMBC 72 CCSU 69, St. Francis (Pa.) 58 Concordia (N.Y.) 75, Caldwell 74 Dominican (NY) 74, Post (Conn.) 73, 2OT Elms 84, Castleton St. 77 Hartford 56, New Hampshire 49 LIU 87, Sacred Heart 81 Loyola (Md.) 61, Manhattan 60 Monmouth (NJ) 73, Mount St. Mary’s 59 Penn St. 65, Purdue 45 Robert Morris 84, Bryant 53 South Florida 74, Villanova 57 St. Francis (NY) 73, Quinnipiac 72 St. Joseph’s (LI) 94, NY Maritime 93 St. Peter’s 65, Canisius 61 Stony Brook 60, Binghamton 54 UMass 80, Fordham 76 Vermont 83, Boston U. 69 Wagner 88, Fairleigh Dickinson 64 MIDWEST Ashland 94, Findlay 80 Cleveland St. 73, Ill.-Chicago 56 Concordia (Ill.) 75, Wis. Lutheran 59 DePaul 84, Pittsburgh 81 Ferris St. 64, Lake Superior St. 58 Grand Valley St. 53, Saginaw Valley St. 39 Hillsdale 57, Wayne (Mich.) 48 Huntington 76, Mount Vernon Nazarene 67 IPFW 72, IUPUI 67 Michigan Tech 70, N. Michigan 64 Spring Arbor 70, Indiana Wesleyan 64 Tiffin 86, Ohio Dominican 78 W. Illinois 71, Oakland 61 Youngstown St. 68, Loyola of Chicago 64, OT SOUTH Appalachian St. 68, Samford 63 Barton 75, Coker 63 Charleston Southern 91, Campbell 73 Chattanooga 78, W. Carolina 62 Davidson 92, UNC Greensboro 63 FAU 58, Louisiana-Monroe 30 Furman 77, The Citadel 45 Georgia Southern 69, Elon 63 High Point 63, Presbyterian 57 Louisiana-Lafayette 72, W. Kentucky 70, OT Middle Tennessee 63, Troy 53 Morehead St. 63, Jacksonville St. 55 N. Kentucky 76, William Jewell 72, OT North Texas 78, South Alabama 73, OT

Pfeiffer 91, Mount Olive 89, OT Pikeville 72, Campbellsville 71 Reinhardt 68, Milligan 58 SE Missouri 73, UT-Martin 71 St. Augustine’s 60, Lincoln (Pa.) 56 Tennessee Tech 92, Tennessee St. 86 UNC Asheville 94, VMI 85 Winthrop 70, Radford 54 Wofford 75, Coll. of Charleston 58 SOUTHWEST Denver 53, Arkansas St. 50 E. Texas Baptist 89, Howard Payne 66 Oral Roberts 89, N. Dakota St. 80 Texas Southern 73, Southern U. 39

NCAA Women Thursday's Scores EAST Binghamton 44, Stony Brook 32 Delaware 74, Towson 51 Delaware Valley 71, Rosemont 59 Haverford 66, Gettysburg 65, OT Hofstra 76, Drexel 65 Holy Family 88, Wilmington (Del.) 42 Lycoming 66, Marywood 62 New Hampshire 64, Hartford 45 Post (Conn.) 65, Dominican (NY) 63 St. Joseph’s (LI) 75, Albertus Magnus 63 Virginia Tech 38, Boston College 35 W. Connecticut 64, CCNY 44 MIDWEST Ashland 76, Findlay 52 Ball St. 54, E. Michigan 51 Benedictine (Kan.) 81, Culver-Stockton 53 Bradley 72, S. Illinois 59 Butler 73, Youngstown St. 64 Cent. Michigan 86, N. Illinois 67 Cleveland St. 49, Valparaiso 45 Ferris St. 65, Lake Superior St. 56 Grand Valley St. 50, Saginaw Valley St. 48 Grinnell 59, Beloit 47 Huntington 60, Mount Vernon Nazarene 59 Ill.-Chicago 66, Detroit 59 Minnesota 68, Northwestern 60 N. Iowa 61, Evansville 51 N. Michigan 66, Michigan Tech 60 Purdue 63, Wisconsin 52 Tiffin 66, Ohio Dominican 44 W. Michigan 70, Toledo 67 Wayne (Mich.) 52, Hillsdale 49 Wichita St. 63, Drake 41 Wright St. 64, Loyola of Chicago 62 SOUTH Alabama A&M 76, Grambling St. 64 Alabama St. 52, Jackson St. 49 Auburn 65, Alabama 55 Barton 72, Coker 68 Blue Mountain 85, Freed-Hardeman 40 Campbellsville 92, Pikeville 52 Drury 70, Kentucky Wesleyan 60 Florida 59, Mississippi 55 Florida St. 59, Clemson 47 Howard 58, NJIT 31 James Madison 64, VCU 43 Kentucky 84, Arkansas 72 King (Tenn.) 64, Converse 38 LSU 53, Mississippi St. 48 Louisiana College 80, Hardin-Simmons 68 MVSU 79, Rust 44 Memphis 61, Tulane 59 Miami 78, NC State 68 Mid-Continent 60, Trevecca Nazarene 58 Middle Tennessee 72, Troy 66, OT Mount Olive 79, Pfeiffer 73 N. Kentucky 73, William Jewell 41 North Carolina 78, Virginia 73, 2OT Oakland City 50, Brescia 47 Reinhardt 55, Milligan 42 Rockhurst 57, Bellarmine 55 South Carolina 65, Vanderbilt 55 St. Augustine’s 81, Lincoln (Pa.) 66 Tennessee 80, Georgia 51 Tuskegee 74, LeMoyne-Owen 54 UAB 60, Rice 45 UCF 59, East Carolina 53 UNC Wilmington 60, Northeastern 53 SOUTHWEST Alcorn St. 59, Prairie View 54 Marshall 65, Houston 41 Southern U. 49, Texas Southern 39 Texas-Dallas 52, Concordia-Austin 47 Texas-Pan American 56, TCU 54 Tulsa 68, Southern Miss. 57 U. of the Ozarks 73, Mary Hardin-Baylor 63 UTEP 64, SMU 53 Wayland Baptist 73, St. Gregory’s 68

H O C K E Y NHL At A Glance All Times EST EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA N.Y. Rangers............... 38 25 9 4 54 113 81 Philadelphia ................ 38 23 11 4 50 130 113 Pittsburgh .................... 38 21 13 4 46 121 100 New Jersey ................. 39 21 16 2 44 106 114 N.Y. Islanders.............. 37 14 17 6 34 88 116 Northeast Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Boston.......................... 37 26 10 1 53 138 69 Ottawa .......................... 41 21 15 5 47 127 136 Toronto ........................ 40 20 15 5 45 129 128 Buffalo.......................... 39 18 17 4 40 104 115 Montreal....................... 40 15 18 7 37 106 113 Southeast Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Florida .......................... 40 20 12 8 48 105 110 Washington ................. 38 21 15 2 44 114 110 Winnipeg...................... 40 19 16 5 43 107 118 Tampa Bay................... 39 17 19 3 37 108 133 Carolina ....................... 41 13 21 7 33 106 139 WESTERN CONFERENCE Central Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Chicago........................ 40 24 12 4 52 132 116 Detroit .......................... 39 25 13 1 51 128 88 St. Louis....................... 40 23 12 5 51 103 89 Nashville ...................... 40 21 15 4 46 106 112 Columbus .................... 38 10 23 5 25 93 128 Northwest Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Vancouver ................... 41 25 13 3 53 134 99 Minnesota.................... 41 21 14 6 48 95 98 Colorado ...................... 41 22 18 1 45 110 116 Calgary ........................ 42 18 19 5 41 100 123 Edmonton .................... 40 16 21 3 35 110 115 Pacific Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA San Jose ...................... 36 21 11 4 46 105 86 Dallas ........................... 39 22 16 1 45 108 113 Los Angeles ................ 40 19 14 7 45 87 92 Phoenix........................ 40 19 17 4 42 103 107 Anaheim ...................... 38 10 22 6 26 88 127 NOTE: Two points for a win, one point for overtime loss. Thursday's Games Boston 9, Calgary 0 Toronto 4, Winnipeg 0 N.Y. Rangers 3, Florida 2, OT Philadelphia 5, Chicago 4 Ottawa 4, Tampa Bay 1 St. Louis 4, Edmonton 3 Dallas 4, Nashville 1 Phoenix at Los Angeles, late Columbus at San Jose, late Today's Games Florida at New Jersey, 7 p.m. N.Y. Rangers at Pittsburgh, 7 p.m. Buffalo at Carolina, 7 p.m. Colorado at Chicago, 8:30 p.m. N.Y. Islanders at Anaheim, 10 p.m. Leaders Through games of Wednesday, January 4, 2012 Goal Scoring Name Team GP G Steven Stamkos Tampa Bay........................... 38 27 Marian Gaborik NY Rangers........................... 37 22 Phil Kessel Toronto.......................................... 39 22 Jonathan Toews Chicago ................................ 39 22 James Neal Pittsburgh .................................... 38 21 Milan Michalek Ottawa..................................... 35 19 Patrick Sharp Chicago ..................................... 39 19 Radim Vrbata Phoenix ..................................... 40 19 Claude Giroux Philadelphia ............................ 33 18 Evander Kane Winnipeg.................................. 38 18 Joffrey Lupul Toronto....................................... 39 18 Matt Moulson NY Islanders ............................. 37 18 Daniel Sedin Vancouver .................................. 40 18 Thomas Vanek Buffalo .................................... 39 18 Scott Hartnell Philadelphia ............................. 37 17 Marian Hossa Chicago .................................... 38 17 Alex Ovechkin Washington............................. 38 17 Michael Ryder Dallas....................................... 38 17 Kris Versteeg Florida ....................................... 38 17 Erik Cole Montreal ........................................... 40 16 Logan Couture San Jose................................. 36 16 Jordan Eberle Edmonton ................................ 39 16 Johan Franzen Detroit ..................................... 39 16 Curtis Glencross Calgary ................................ 39 16 Joe Pavelski San Jose..................................... 36 16 Assists Name Team GP A Henrik Sedin Vancouver.................................. 41 38 Erik Karlsson Ottawa ....................................... 40 32 Nicklas Backstrom Washington...................... 38 29 Brian Campbell Florida .................................... 39 28 Pavel Datsyuk Detroit ...................................... 39 28 Claude Giroux Philadelphia ............................ 33 28 Evgeni Malkin Pittsburgh ................................ 31 28 Daniel Sedin Vancouver .................................. 40 28 Jamie Benn Dallas ........................................... 38 27 Patrick Kane Chicago....................................... 39 27 Jason Pominville Buffalo................................. 39 27 Jordan Eberle Edmonton ................................ 39 26 Joffrey Lupul Toronto....................................... 39 26 Jason Spezza Ottawa...................................... 40 26 Anze Kopitar Los Angeles .............................. 40 25 P.A. Parenteau NY Islanders .......................... 37 25 Teemu Selanne Anaheim................................ 38 25 Marian Hossa Chicago .................................... 38 24 Joe Thornton San Jose ................................... 36 24 Phil Kessel Toronto.......................................... 39 23 Mikko Koivu Minnesota ................................... 37 23 Kimmo Timonen Philadelphia ........................ 37 23 Blake Wheeler Winnipeg................................. 39 23 Alexander Edler Vancouver ............................ 41 22 Ryan Nugent-Hopkin Edmonton .................... 38 22 Tomas Plekanec Montreal .............................. 40 22 Stephen Weiss Florida .................................... 37 22 Power Play Goals Name Team GP PP James Neal Pittsburgh ................................... 38 10 Johan Franzen Detroit .................................... 39 9 Corey Perry Anaheim ..................................... 38 8 Thomas Vanek Buffalo ................................... 39 8 Jordan Eberle Edmonton ............................... 39 7 Jason Garrison Florida ................................... 39 7 Taylor Hall Edmonton ..................................... 31 7 Scott Hartnell Philadelphia............................. 37 7 Marian Hossa Chicago ................................... 38 7 Ryan Callahan NY Rangers ........................... 37 6 Erik Cole Montreal........................................... 40 6

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AHL At A Glance All Times EST EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Manchester ........... 36 21 13 0 2 44 95 92 St. John’s .............. 32 19 8 4 1 43 114 96 Worcester.............. 32 16 10 3 3 38 88 84 Portland ................. 33 16 12 2 3 37 93 102 Providence............ 35 14 18 1 2 31 73 105 East Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Hershey ................. 33 19 8 3 3 44 125 96 Norfolk ................... 34 21 11 0 2 44 124 94 Penguins.............. 34 18 11 1 4 41 101 98 Syracuse ............... 32 14 14 3 1 32 104 105 Binghamton........... 37 15 20 1 1 32 95 113 Northeast Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Connecticut........... 34 19 10 2 3 43 110 99 Adirondack............ 33 17 14 1 1 36 94 90 Albany .................... 34 14 13 5 2 35 80 105 Bridgeport ............. 35 14 17 3 1 32 96 111 Springfield ............. 32 14 16 1 1 30 90 93 WESTERN CONFERENCE Midwest Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Charlotte................ 35 20 12 2 1 43 95 88 Milwaukee ............. 30 19 10 0 1 39 93 76 Peoria .................... 35 17 15 2 1 37 106 102 Chicago ................. 32 16 12 1 3 36 89 89 Rockford................ 33 11 18 1 3 26 101 125 North Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Toronto ................... 35 18 12 3 2 41 99 91 Rochester............... 33 15 13 4 1 35 96 98 Lake Erie ................ 34 16 16 1 1 34 83 88 Grand Rapids......... 32 13 13 4 2 32 98 103 Hamilton ................. 32 13 14 1 4 31 74 98 West Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Oklahoma City ...... 35 23 8 1 3 50 109 82 Abbotsford ............. 33 22 9 2 0 46 88 79 Houston.................. 34 18 7 2 7 45 97 87 San Antonio ........... 34 16 16 2 0 34 78 95 Texas...................... 31 14 16 0 1 29 90 94 NOTE: Two points are awarded for a win, one point for an overtime or shootout loss. Thursday's Games No games scheduled Today's Games Manchester at St. John’s, 6 p.m. Hershey at Adirondack, 7 p.m. Oklahoma City at Toronto, 7 p.m. Rochester at Penguins, 7:05 p.m. Portland at Providence, 7:05 p.m. Connecticut at Binghamton, 7:05 p.m. Worcester at Springfield, 7:30 p.m. Syracuse at Hamilton, 7:30 p.m. Albany at Norfolk, 7:30 p.m. Lake Erie at Milwaukee, 8 p.m. Chicago at Peoria, 8 p.m. Texas at San Antonio, 8 p.m. Rockford at Houston, 8:35 p.m. Grand Rapids at Abbotsford, 10 p.m.

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NORTHEAST LEBANON, N.H. — Latest skiing conditions, as supplied by SnoCountry Mountain Reports. Conditions are subject to change due to weather, skier/rider traffic and other factors. Be aware of changing conditions. For more information go to www.snocountry.com Pennsylvania Alpine Mountain — Tue Reopen 01⁄04 packed powder machine groomed 12 - 30 base 2 of 21 trails, 10 acres, 2 of 5 lifts, sm Wed/Thu: 12p-6p;Fri: 9a-9:30p Sat: 8a-9:30p;Sun: 8a-6p;Open Wed-Sun Bear Creek — Tue 8:05 am 6 - 12 new frozen granular machine groomed 6 - 6 base 2 of 21 trails, 10% open, 1 of 6 lifts, sm Mon-Fri: 9a-10p;Sat/Sun: 8:30a-10p Big Boulder — Tue 4:16 pm packed powder machine groomed 24 - 36 base 11 of 15 trails 74% open, 6 of 8 lifts, sm Mon-Thu: 3p-9p;Fri: 3p-10p;Sat: 8a-10p Sun: 8a-8p Blue Knob — Tue 10:10 am loose granular machine groomed 10 - 30 base 5 of 34 trails 15% open, 2 of 5 lifts, Mon-Thu: 1p-9p;Fri: 10a-10p;Sat: 9a-10p Sun: 9a-9p Blue Mountain — Tue 7:23 am frozen granular machine groomed 12 - 24 base 17 of 39 trails 44% open, 6 miles, 70 acres, 9 of 13 lifts, sm Mon-Fri: 8:30a-10p Sat/Sun: 8a-10p Boyce Park — Opening Soon for Snow Sports Camelback — Tue 8:49 am packed powder 12 - 32 base 16 of 34 trails 48% open, 100 acres, 7 of 15 lifts, sm Mon-Thu: 9a-9p;Fri: 8:30a-10p Sat: 8:30a-10p;Sun: 8:30a-9p 01 Eagle Rock — Tue Reopen ⁄06 variable machine groomed 12 - 24 base 6 of 14 trails 43% open, 2 of 4 lifts, Fri: 12p-9p;Sat: 9a-9p;Sun: 9a-5p;Open FriSun Elk Mountain — Tue 7:58 am 1 new packed powder machine groomed 18 - 24 base 10 of 27 trails 38% open, 4 of 7 lifts, sm Mon-Fri: 8:30a-10p;Sat/Sun: 8:30a-10p Hidden Valley — Tue 6:36 am 4 new packed powder machine groomed 14 - 29 base 12 of 30 trails, 40% open, 6 of 9 lifts, sm Mon-Tue: 10a-4:30p;Wed: 10a-8p Thu: 10a-9p, Fri: 9a-9.30p;Sat: 9a-9:30p;Sun: 9a-7p Jack Frost — Tue 4:19 pm packed powder machine groomed 24 - 36 base 12 of 21 trails 58% open, 7 of 9 lifts, sm Mon-Fri: 9a-4p;Sat/Sun: 8a-4p Liberty Mountain — Tue 9:02 am packed powder machine groomed 10 - 12 base 5 of 16 trails 25% open, 25 acres, 3 of 8 lifts, sm Mon-Fri: 9a-10p;Sat/Sun: 8a-10p Mount Pleasant — Plan to Open 01⁄07 Mystic Mountain at Nemacolin Woodlands — Sun Reopen 01⁄06 LSGR machine groomed 12 - 24 base 5 of 7 trails, 72% open, 1 of 3 lifts, Fri: 2p-10p Sat: 9a-8p;Sun: 9a-4p;Open Fri-Sun Roundtop — Tue 5:51 am loose granular machine groomed 12 - 15 base 4 of 16 trails 25% open, 27 acres, 3 of 9 lifts, sm Mon-Fri: 9a-10p;Sat/Sun: 8a-10p Seven Springs — Tue 5:38 am loose granular machine groomed 12 - 24 base 16 of 42 trails 45% open, 7 of 14 lifts, sm Mon-Fri: 9a-10p;Sat/Sun: 9a-10p Shawnee Mountain — Tue 4:36 pm packed powder machine groomed 14 - 36 base 15 of 23 trails 65% open, 6 of 11 lifts, sm Mon-Thu: 9a-9p;Fri: 9a-10p;Sat/Sun: 8a-10p Ski Big Bear — Mon Reopen 01⁄04 loose granular machine groomed 12 - 36 base 11 of 13 trails, 3 of 6 lifts, Mon: 9a-4:30p, Wed/Thu: 12p-9p, Fri: 9a-9p Sat: 9a-9p/Sun: 9a-4:30p;Open Mon, Wed-Sun Ski Denton — Operating, no details Ski Sawmill — Tue Reopen 01⁄05 2 new packed powder machine groomed 8 - 38 base 2 of 13 trails, 3 of 5 lifts, sm Mon, Fri: 10a-9p;Tue, Thu: 1p-9p;Sat: 9a-9p Sun: 9a-5p;Open Thu-Tue Sno Mountain — Mon 3:17 pm packed powder machine groomed 18 - 36 base 12 of 26 trails 47% open, 103 acres, 3 of 7 lifts, sm Mon-Fri: 9a-10p;Sat/Sun: 8:30a-10p Spring Mountain — Mon 5:50 pm frozen granular machine groomed 12 - 22 base 2 of 9 trails 30% open, 2 of 6 lifts, Mon-Fri: 9:30a-9p;Sat: 8:30a-9p;Sun: 8:30a-9p Tussey Mountain — Reopen TBA Whitetail — Tue 6:10 am packed powder machine groomed 12 - 14 base 4 of 23 trails, 20% open 4 of 8 lifts, sm Mon-Fri: 8:30a-10p;Sat/Sun: 8:30a-10p Crystal Lake XC — Opening Soon for Snow Sports Mon-Fri: 9a-5p;Sat/Sun: 9a-5p Starlight Lake XC — Opening Soon for Snow Sports 12 - 24 base 20 miles Mon-Fri: 9a 5p;Sat/Sun: 9a-5p

BULLETIN BOARD CAMPS The Pro Staff Baseball Camp is returning for its 25th year of operation and will hold signups for the next three months. This camp will work on developing baseball skills, as well as concentrating on pitching and hitting and will run for six weeks beginning in the spring. Openings exist every night from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and Saturday from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. The cost of the camp is $300 with a $150 deposit upon registration and the rest of the balance can be paid before the player leaves the camp. For questions and information, call Rich at 570-903-1336 or Ron at 570-575-2116. MEETINGS Ashley-Hanover Girls Babe Ruth Softball will meet at 7 p.m. on Monday Jan. 9th at the Ashley Fire Hall. All board members are required to attend. Parents and interested parties are invited to attend. Crestwood Boys Basketball Booster Club will hold its meeting Monday, Jan. 9, at 7 p.m. at Cavanaugh’s. We will be discussing the whiteout

t-shirt sale, team picture updates, the winter social in February and the end of the season banquet. Parents of boys’ basketball players are invited to attend. Hanover Area Cheerleading Booster Club will hold its next meeting Monday, Jan. 9th at 7 p.m. at the high school cafeteria. Kingston/Forty Fort Little League will be meeting on Monday, Jan. 9th at 7 p.m. at the Kingston Rec Center. All interested members are encouraged to attend. South Wilkes-Barre Little League will meet this Sunday Jan. 8th at 6 p.m. at the river side café on old river road. Plans for the upcoming season will be discussed. The Crestwood Football Booster Club will hold its next meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 10, at 7 p.m. at King’s Restaurant. Parents of players and supporters of the program are invited to attend. For more information, call Tony at 430-7351. The Luzerne County Federation of Sportsmen will meet on Monday, Jan. 9th at 7:30 p.m. Post 609 American Legion, corner of Lee Park Ave. and St. Mary’s Road. Club delegates are urged to attend and interested sportsmen are cordially invited. Election of three will be held to the Board of Directors. North Wilkes-Barre Little League will hold a meeting on Sunday, January 8 at 6 p.m. at the Woodlands. Anyone interested in coaching must attend. All parents registering their children for the 2012 season are encouraged to attend. Registrations will betaken before the meeting. The GAR Football Booster Club will meet Thursday at 7 p.m. in the choral room at the high school. New members are welcome. Please contact GAR football booster club president Ron Petrovich at 570-380-3185 with any questions. The Wyoming Area Softball Parents Association will be meeting Tuesday, Jan. 10th at 6:30 p.m. at Sabatini’s Pizza on Wyoming Avenue in Exeter. Plans for the upcoming softball season in addition to fundraisers will be discussed. Parents of students in grades 7th through12th who have signed up for the upcoming softball season are urged to attend and participate in the planning process. The Holy Redeemer Softball Booster Club will meet Tuesday, Jan. 10th at 7 p.m. in the Holy Redeemer High School cafeteria. The Hanover Area Cheerleading Booster Club will meet Monday, Jan. 9 at 7 p.m. at the high school cafeteria. The District 2 Wrestling Coaches’ Association will hold its annual meeting on Sunday, Jan. 15 at noon at the Tunkhannock Fire Hall. All head wrestling coaches and assistants are invited. Coaches can contact President Phil Lipski for more info at pjlipski@comcast.net. REGISTRATION/TRYOUTS North Wilkes-Barre Little League registrations will be Saturday, Jan.7 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Hollenback Golf Course and Sunday, Jan.8 from 5 p.m.-6 p.m. at the Woodlands. This includes baseball, softball and teeners. Children residing in Parsons, Miners Mills, North End and East End are eligible. Must be 4 years old by April 30.Copy of birth certificate and three proofs of residency required. Send any questions to nwbll@ptd.net. Plains Little League/Softball will hold registration for players 4 years of age and up at Plains American Legion on the following dates. Jan. 18th 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.; Jan. 21st 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.; Feb. 1st 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.; Feb. 12th 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Interested coaches/volunteers must have their Drivers License or Photo ID at time of registration. UPCOMING EVENTS Misericordia University Baseball Academy still has opening for its winter camp for grades 1-8 and Cougar Spring training grades 9-12. Both begin Jan. 15th and run five consecutive Sundays. Registration and more information can be found online at athletics.misericordia.edu. The Knights of Columbus Council 302 will conduct a basketball free-throw Competition at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 14 at the Wyoming Valley CYC on South Washington Street in Wilkes-Barre. All children ages 10-14 are eligible. Entry forms will be available at the CYC, Grandpa’s Workshop on Scott Street in Wilkes-Barre and Lasting impression on River Street in Plains. For more information, call 262-3873. United Fighting Arts Association is pleased to offer special four-hour seminars in women’s self-defense. Through a series of close-range drills, participants will learn both situational awareness skills and self-defense skills such as awareness, prevention, risk reduction, risk avoidance and self-realization of your own physical power. The first session is at Back Mountain Martial Arts Center at 1150 Memorial Highway in Dallas at Saturday on 1 p.m. The second session is at Mountain Top Karate Center on 40 Willoweby Road in Mountain Top on Saturday, Jan. 21 at 1:30 p.m. Bulletin Board items will not be accepted over the telephone. Items may be faxed to 831-7319, emailed to tlsports@timesleader.com or dropped off at the Times Leader or mailed to Times Leader, c/o Sports, 15 N, Main St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0250.

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H.S. SWIMMING

Second-half outburst leads to Wilkes win

Bonner, Spurs top Mavericks

The Times Leader staff

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SAN ANTONIO — Matt Bonner scored 17 points to lead the San Antonio Spurs to a 93-71 victory over the Dallas Mavericks on Thursday night. Richard Jefferson scored 16 points and Gary Neal added 12 for the Spurs, who limited Dirk Nowitzki to six points on 3-of-11 shooting — the German star’s lowest output since he had five in a Dec. 18, 2009, game that he left early because of injury. Jason Terry scored 12 points and Delonte West had 10 to lead Dallas, which lost point guard Jason Kidd to a lower back injury with 24.7 seconds remaining in the first quarter. Kidd, who appeared to pull up, was replaced by Vince Carter and didn’t return. Even Kidd’s presence might not have mattered much with the Mavericks hitting only 27 of 77 shots, including 1 of 19 from 3-point range. San Antonio, which hit 16 of 33 shots from long range, jumped out to an 18-point lead in the first quarter. The Spurs led 55-29 at halftime behind 11-of-18 shooting from 3-point range. Bonner, Jefferson and Neal and each hit three 3-pointers in the first half. Kings’ Chuck Hayes dislocates left shoulder SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Sacramento Kings big man Chuck Hayes has dislocated his left shoulder and will be out indefinitely. Hayes extended his left arm and fouled Milwaukee center Drew Gooden in the second quarter Thursday night. His arm seemed to get tangled with Gooden and his shoulder popped out. Hayes lay on the floor writhing in pain for a few minutes, the arena falling so silent that his screams could be heard from the sideline. He walked off under his own power holding his arm. The team previously said a heart exam on Hayes showed an abnormality that would require further testing and voided the contract he signed in December. A few days later, the forward-center agreed to a new deal with Sacramento.

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Johnna McGovern of Hanover Area competes in the freestyle Thursday.

Redeemer sweeps all events The Times Leader staff

The Holy Redeemer girls swimming team took first in all 12 events to earn a 128-56 victory over host Hanover Area on Thursday in a Wyoming Valley Conference Division I meet. Rachel Finnegan (200 free, 100 free) and Bethany Chmil (50 free, 100 breast) each won two individual events while competing on a pair of winning relay teams. Julie Ann Mahle won the 200 IM and was a part of all three relay squads. Kayla Keating, Kim Pericci and Sara Belles earned secondplace finishes for the Hawkeyes.

200 MEDLEY RELAY – 1. HR (Mahle, B. Chmil, Kalafut, N. Chmil) 2:01.74; 2. HAN; 3. HR; 200 FREE – 1. HR, Finnegan 2:06.05; 2. HR, Katra; 3. HR, Walton; 200 IM – 1. HR, Mahle 2:20.24; 2. HR, Cruz; 3. HAN, B. Good; 50 FREE – 1. HR, B. Chmil 26.77; 2. HAN, Keating; 3. HR, Kalafut; DIVING – 1. HR, Vitali 210.85; 2. HAN, Heller; 3. HR, Williams; 100 FLY – 1. HR, Kalafut 1:05.72; 2. HAN, Pericci; 3. HR, N. Chmil; 100 FREE – 1. HR, Finnegan 56.70; 2. HR, Cruz; 3. HAN, Keating; 500 FREE – 1. HR, Katra 5:57.92; 2. HR, Walton; 3. HR, McCole; 200 FREE RELAY – 1. HR (Kalafut, Cruz, Finnegan, Mahle) 1:47.40; 2. HAN; 3. HR; 100 BACK – 1. HR, Reilly 1:08.99; 2. HAN, Belles; 3. HAN, McGovern; 100 BREAST – 1. HR, B. Chmil; 2. HR, Kusakavitch; 3. HAN, Bogart; 400 FREE RELAY – 1. HR (Cruz, B. Chmil, Finnegan, Mahle) 3:56.18; 2. HR; 3. HAN

Hazleton Area 118, Berwick 65

Felicia Grego and Shelby Sanko contributed to four wins for the Cougars, taking first in two individual events and two relay events apiece. Shaino Grego and Hailey Kendall also came through for Hazleton Area. Berwick’s Alex Woytko won the 50 free and 500 free, earning her 1,000th point for the Bulldogs in the process.

200 MEDLEY RELAY – 1. HAZ (Yannes, Kendall, F. Grego, S. Grego) 2:05.40; 2. HAZ; 3. BER; 200 FREE – 1. HAZ, S. Grego 2:07.43; 2. HAZ, Yannes; 3. HAZ, Pleban; 200 IM – 1. HAZ, F. Grego 2:25.86; 2. BER, Volkel; 3. HAZ, Begg; 50 FREE – 1. BER, Woytko 27.18; 2. HAZ, Podlesny; 3. BER, Whitmire; DIVING – 1. BER, O’Kane 174.65; 2. HAZ, Fadush; 3.BER, Donarye; 100 FLY – 1. HAZ, Sanko 1:10.63; 2. HAZ, Kendall; 3. BER, Volkel; 100 FREE – 1. HAZ, F. Grego 59.69; 2. HAZ, Yannes; 3. BER, Whitmire; 500 FREE – 1. BER, Woytko 6:16.73; 2. HAZ, Zapatocky; 3. HAZ, Ferrari; 200 FREE RELAY – 1. HAZ (S. Grego, Kendall, F. Grego, Sanko) 1:49.39; 2. BER; 3. HAZ; 100 BACK – 1. HAZ, Kendall 1:09.66; 2. BER, Andress; 3. HAZ, Matrone; 100 BREAST – 1. HAZ, Sanko 1:18.87; 2. BER, Shoemaker; 3. HAZ, Paisley; 400 FREE RELAY – 1. HAZ (Sanko, S. Grego, Yannes, Podlesny) 4:11.38; 2. HAZ; 3. BER

BOYS SWIMMING

Holy Redeemer 114, Hanover Area 50

Mike Dubinski (50 free, 100 free), George Evans (100 fly, 100 back), Jason Hauze (200 free, Dallas took first and second in 500 free) and Cody Smith (200 IM, 100 breast) all won two the final event of the meet, the events apiece in the Royals’ road 400 free relay, to earn a close win over Pittston Area at home. victory. 200 MEDLEY RELAY – 1. PA (Scialpi, David Williams and Jayce Nardone, Senese, Antoonaccio) 2:05, 2. DAL, 3. Temperine led Hanover Area DAL; 200 FREE – 1. DAL Barry 2:09, 2. DAL Berger, 3. PA Fischer; 200 IM – 1. PA Nardone with a pair of second-place fin2:28, 2. DAL Kelly, 3. DAL Greenwoon; 50 FREE – ishes each. 1. PA Scialpia 26.4; 2. PA Smith, 3. PA Kosik; Dallas 96, Pittston Area 90

DIVING – 1. DAL Zerfoss 245.7, 2. DAL Vaneski, 3. PA Beers; 100 FLY – 1. DAL Barry, 1:05, 2. PA Nardone, 3. PA Kelly; 100 FREE – 1. PA Smith 1:03, 2. DAL Rando, 3. DAL Lombardo; 500 FREE – 1. DAL Berger 6:04, 2. DAL Schwerdtman, 3. PA McGidty; 200 FREE RELAY – 1. PA (Scialpia, Smith, Nardone, Susik) 1:50, 2. DAL, 3. PA; 100 BACK – 1. PA Brady 1:10, 2. DAL Ranon, 3. DAL Scialpi; 100 BREAST – 1. DAL Adams 1:20, 2. PA Antoonaccio, 3. DAL Fasulka; 400 FREE RELAY – 1. DAL (Kelly, Berger, Amanda, Ranon) 4:08, 2. DAL, 3. PA.

200 MEDLEY RELAY – 1. HR (Smith, Evans, Vrabec, Dubinski) 1:54.36; 2. HAN; 3. HR; 200 FREE – 1. HR, Hauze 2:07.56; 2. HR, Shorts; 3. HR, Vrabec; 200 IM – 1. HR, Smith 2:18.85; 2. HAN, Williams; 3. HR, Roper; 50 FREE – 1. HR, Dubinski 24.41; 2. HAN, Saltz; 3. HAN, Tenza; DIVING – 1. HR, Pahler 263.15; 100 FLY – 1. HR, Evans 1:03.84; 2. HAN, Temperine; 100 FREE – 1. HR, Dubinski 54.48; 2. HR, Shorts; 3. HAN, Daubert; 500 FREE – 1. HR, Hauze 5:33.57; 2. HR, Vrabec; 3. HAN, Zapotok; 200 FREE RELAY – 1. HR (Smith, Shorts, Evans, Dubinski) 1:38.20;

2. HR; 3. HAN; 100 BACK – 1. HR, Evans 1:05.47; 2. HAN, Temperine; 3. HAN, Daubert; 100 BREAST – 1. HR, Smith 1:10.97; 2. HAN, Williams; 3. HR, Roper; 400 FREE RELAY – 1. HR (Vrabec, Lehman, Hauze, Shorts); 2. HAN; 3. HR

Dallas 115, Pittston Area 44

Dallas took first in every event in a defeat of Pittston Area at home. Jake Chielli (50 free, 100 fly, 200 free relay, 400 free relay) was a four-time winner for the Mountaineers.

200 MEDLEY RELAY – 1. DAL (Gelso, G. Luksic, R. Luksic, Fasulka) 1:59, 2. PA; 200 FREE – 1. DAL Stepniak 1:57, 2. DAL Matusiak, 3. DAL Gelso; 200 IM – 1. DAL Wasner 2:11, 2. DAL Luksic; 50 FREE – 1. DAL Chielli 23.3, 2. PA Winters, 3. PA Cummidgs; DIVING – 1. DAL MAdaya 196.5, 2. PA Toote, 3. PA Monteforte; 100 FLY – 1. DAL Chielli 1:00; 100 FREE – 1. DAL Fasulka :55, 2. PA Cummdgs, 3. PA Remsky; 500 FREE – 1. DAL Kiluk, 2. DAL Gelso, 3. DAL Stepniak; 200 FREE RELAY – 1. DAL (Chielli, Matusiak, Wasner, Stediak) 1:34, 2. PA, 3. DAL, 100 BACK – 1. DAL Wasner 1:02, 2. DAL Matusiak, 3. PA Winters; 100 BREAST – 1. DAL Luksic 1:12, 2. DAL Fasulka, 3. PA Remski; 400 FREE RELAY – 1. DAL (Matusiak, Chielli, Kiluk, Luksic), 2. DAL, 3. PA.

Hazleton Area 110, Berwick 73

A pair of Cougars set new records in a home win over Berwick. Eddie Kovac set a new team diving record, winning the event with a score of 248.40. Ryan Paisley broke the pool record in the 500 free, finishing first in 5:02.28. J.J. Shoemaker topped the Bulldogs with wins in the 50 free and 100 free.

200 MEDLEY RELAY – 1. HAZ (Valkusky, Paisley, Cunningham, Hicks) 1:50.04; 2. HAZ; 3. BER; 200 FREE – 1. HAZ, Farley 2:02.09; 2. BER, Kelley; 3. HAZ, Mintz; 200 IM – 1. HAZ, Hicks 2:10.38; 2. BER, Skeath; 3. BER, Yohey; 50 FREE – 1. BER, Shoemaker 24.73; 2. BER, Renia; 3. HAZ, Steiner; DIVING – 1. HAZ, Kovac 248.40; 2. BER, Curtin; 3. BER, Lewis; 100 FLY – 1. BER, Stair 1:07.35; 2. BER, Yohey; 3. HAZ, Steiner; 100 FREE – 1. BER, Shoemaker 54.06; 2. HAZ, Cunningham; 3. HAZ, Knueppel; 500 FREE – 1. HAZ, Paisley 5:02.28; 2. HAZ, Farley; 3. BER, Kelley; 200 FREE RELAY – 1. HAZ (Paisley, C. Jespersen, Hicks, Valkusky) 1:34.72; 2. HAZ; 3. BER; 100 BACK – 1. HAZ, Valkusky 1:02.54; 2. HAZ, Cunningham; 3. HAZ, Jespersen; 100 BREAST – 1. HAZ, Hicks 1:10.78; 2. HAZ, Genetti; 3. BER, Dyer; 400 FREE RELAY – 1. HAZ (D. Jespersen, Kovac, C. Jespersen, Genetti) 3:35.78; 2. BER; 3. HAZ

H.S. GIRLS BASKETBALL

Makowski helps Redeemer get past Berwick The Times Leader staff

WILKES-BARRE – Paige Makowski scored a game-high 12 points to help lift Holy Redeemer to a 48-39 win over Berwick on Thursday in a Wyoming Valley Conference girls basketball game. Shannon Murray and Alexis Lewis added nine points apiece for the Royals. Berwick’s Caty Davenport and Allison Rinehimer each finished with eight points.

BERWICK (39): Steeber 0 0-0 0, Davenport 3 2-2 8, Shortlidge 2 0-0 5, Bridge 2 3-5 7, Palermo 2 1-2 5, Sheptock 2 2-4 6, Floryshak 0 0-0 0, Rinehimer 4 0-0 8. Totals 15 8-13 39. HOLY REDEEMER (48): Wignot 0 0-1 0, Makowski 4 4-4 12, Dougherty 1 0-1 3, Warnagiris 1 2-4 4, Murray 3 2-2 9, Altemose 1 2-4 4, Frascella 0 0-0 0, Platko 3 1-2 7, Lewis 4 1-3 9. Totals 17 12-21 48. Berwick ........................................... 7 11 12 9 — 39 Holy Redeemer ............................. 8 18 11 11 — 48 3-Point Field Goals— BER 1 (Shortlidge); HR 2 (Dougherty, Murray)

Dallas 57, Hazleton Area 37

Dallas went up 21-12 after the first quarter and got 18 points from Ashley Dunbar to defeat Hazleton Area on the road. Tanner Englehart chipped in 17 for the Mountaineers. Keana Schoennagle led the Cougars with 12 points.

DALLAS (57): Dunbar 5 8-8 18, Kelley 0 0-0 0, Englehart 5 7-14 17, Szatkowski 1 1-4 3, Hiscos 2 1-3 5, Missal 0 0-0 0, Comitz 0 0-0 0, Zurek 1 0-0 2, Cybulski 0 0-0 0, Volpetti 1 0-0 2, Michael 0 1-2 1, Flaherty 2 3-5 7, Olszewski 1 0-0 2. Totals 18 21-36 57. HAZLETON AREA (37): Bono 1 0-0 3, Schoennagle 4 2-2 12, Marchetti 1 0-0 2, Sitch 2 0-3 4, Kozel 0 0-0 0, Pfeil 0 0-0 0, Woznick 2 0-0 4, Matz 0 0-0 0, Bachman 2 3-4 7, Ciccozzi 1 0-0 2, Carter 0 2-2 2, Zamonas 0 0-0 0, Wolk 0 1-2 1, McNelis 0 0-0 0. Totals 13 8-13 37. Dallas .............................................. 21 10 17 9 — 57 Hazleton Area ................................ 12 8 11 6 — 37 3-Point Field Goals— DAL 0; HA 3 (Schoennagle

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Lake-Lehman 55, GAR 32

The Black Knights jumped out quickly and never looked back in a victory over GAR. Cayle Spencer led Lehman with a game-high 20 points. Nikki Sutliff added 12. Breana Mosier had 16 points and Brea Seabrook added eight for the Grenadiers.

LAKE-LEHMAN (55): N.Sutliff 4 1-2 12, Brooks 1 0-0 2, Leskowski 2 0-0 4, Spencer 6 7-10 20, Mahoney 2 0-0 4, Mosier 2 1-2 5, Oplinger 0 1-5 1, D.Sutliff 1 0-0 3, Sutton 2 0-0 4, Williams 0 0-0 0, Belcher 0 0-0 0, O’Connor 0 0-0 0. Totals 20 10-19 55. GAR (32): Leco 1 0-0 2, Mosier 7 2-4 16, Nealy 1 0-0 2, Nichol 0 0-0 0, Powell 2 0-0 4, Seabrook 4 0-5 8, Parrilla 0 0-0 0, Domzalski 0 0-0 0, Gibson 0 0-0 0. Totals 15 2-9 32. Lake-Lehman............................... 25 15 12 3 — 55 GAR............................................... 6 8 3 15 — 32 3-Point Field Goals— LL 5 (N.Sutliff 2, Spencer, D.Sutliff).

Wyoming Seminary 50, MMI Prep 30

Wyoming Seminary ran out to a 22-4 lead after the first quarter en route to a win over MMI Prep. Jessica Neare scored a gamehigh 14 points for Seminary, while teammates Haley Karg and Jane Henry scored 10 a piece. Gabbie Lobitz and Maria Carrato each scored nine points to lead MMI Prep.

MMI PREP (30): Purcell 2 3-6 5, Stanziola 0 5-8 5, Lobitz 4 1-2 9, Carrato 3 2-6 9, Shearer 1 0-0 2, Karchner 0 0-0 0, Lara 0 0-0 0, Ferry 0 0-0 0. Totals 10 11-22 30. WYOMING SEMINARY (50): Romanowski 4 1-2 9, Neare 5 4-4 14, Gabriel 0 3-5 3, Dressler 0 0-2 0, Karg 5 0-1 10, Williams 0 0-0 0, Davis 0 0-0 0, Henry 5 0-2 10, McMullan 1 2-2 4, Kilyanek 0 0-0 0. Totals 20 8-18 50.

MMI Prep ........................................ 2 11 10 9 — 30 Wyoming Seminary ...................... 22 14 9 5 — 50 3-Point Field Goals— MMI 1 (Carrato); WS 0

Meyers 48, Hanover Area 30

Meyers held Hanover Area to less than 10 points in the first three quarters on its way to a win at home. Mackenzie Winder led the Mohawks with 16 points while Amy Kowalczyk chipped in 13. Hanover Area’s Danielle Tuzinski led all scorers with 18 points.

HANOVER AREA (30): 1 0-0 2, Mizenko 0 0-2 0, Zuranski 1 0-0 3, Kaminski 1 0-0 2, Miller 2 1-2 5, Tuzinski 7 0-4 18. Totals 12 1-8 30. MEYERS (48): Martinez 0 0-2 0, DiMaggio 2 2-2 7, Quinones 1 1-2 3, Kowalczyk 4 1-7 13, McCann 1 0-0 2, Moses 1 0-0 2, Soto 1 0-0 2, Robertson 1 1-2 3, Winder 8 0-1 16. Totals 19 5-16 48. Hanover Area............................... 7 5 7 11 — 30 Meyers .......................................... 10 11 14 13 — 48 3-Point Field Goals— HA 5 (Tuzinski 4, Zuranski ); MEY 5 (Kowalczyk 4, DiMaggio)

Nanticoke 37, Northwest 27

Nanticoke used a big first and third quarters to notch a win on the road over Northwest. Samantha Gow totaled 11 points to lead the Trojans, while Katie Wolfe and Alex Brassington each netted nine. Alivia Womelsdorf led the Rangers with a game-high 17 points.

NANTICOKE (37): Higgin 0 0-0 0, Brassington 2 4-6 9, Sugalski 2 0-1 4, Wolfe 3 2-4 9, Yalch 0 0-0 0, Gow 4 0-0 11, Holl 2 0-0 4. Totals 13 6-11 37. NORTHWEST (27): Yustat 0 0-0 0, Shaffer 3 0-0 8, Buerger 0 0-0 0, Womelsdorf 7 3-5 17, Koehn 0 0-0 0, Bosak 1 0-0 2, Gill 0 0-0 0. Totals 11 3-5 27. Nanticoke .......................................... 16 3 16 2 — 37 Northwest.......................................... 5 7 7 8 — 27 3-Point Field Goals— NAN 5 (Gow 3, Brassington, Wolfe); NWT 2 (Shaffer 2)

Wyoming Valley West 50, Coughlin 22

Wyoming Valley West started strongly and rolled past Coughlin for a win on the road. Kaitlyn Smicherko knocked down six shots from behind the three-point arc to tally a gamehigh 18 points for the Spartans. Quieterriua Gross and Tara Zdancewicz each followed with nine. Marissa Ross led Coughlin with 10 points.

WYOMING VALLEY WEST (50): Judge 3 0-1 6, C. Schmirko 0 0-0 0, Gobert 0 0-0 0, Reiss 0 0-0 0, Reilly 1 1-2 3, K. Smicherko 6 0-2 18, Zdancewicz 3 3-4 9, Quie. Gross 4 0-1 9, Quin. Gross 0 1-2 1, Hoffman 2 0-0 4. Totals 19 5-12 50. COUGHLIN (22): Bouedeu 0 0-0 0, Eaton 3 0-0 8, Flaherty 0 0-0 0, Zigler 1 0-0 2, Sebastian 1 0-0 2, Georgetti 0 0-2 0, Williams 0 0-0 0, Ross 4 2-8 10. Totals 9 2-10 22. Wyoming Valley West ................ 14 10 12 14 — 50 Coughlin ....................................... 3 4 4 11 — 22 3-Point Field Goals— WVW 7 (K Schmirko, Quie. Gross); COU 2 (Eagen 2)

Tunkhannock 48, Wyoming Area 19

Kassie Williams totaled 15 points for Tunkhannock in a route of Wyoming Area for a win at home. Amelia Ayers and Lisa Kintner each scored nine for the Tigers.

WYOMING AREA (19): Degnan 2 0-0 4, Turner 1 0-0 2, Radzwilka 1 0-0 3, Bohan 1 1-2 3, Cunbo 0 0-2 0, Melvin 0 0-0 0, Hiedcavage 0 0-0 0, Blannett 1 0-0 2, Thornton 0 1-2 1, DeLuca 0 0-0 0, Bott 2 0-1 4, Coolbaugh 0 0-0 0, Turner 0 0-0 0. Totals 8 2-7 19. TUNKHANNOCK (48): Ayers 3 3-6 9, Holdren 1 0-0 2, Brown 0 0-0 0, Custer 0 0-0 0, Wrubel 0 0-0 0, Nafus 3 0-0 6, Proulx 0 4-4 4, Alguire 1 1-2 3, Williams 5 2-2 15, Kintner 3 3-4 9, Bonner 0 0-0 0, Levi 0 0-0 0. Totals 16 13-18 48. Wyoming Area ............................... 7 3 2 7 — 19 Tunkhannock ................................. 12 9 17 10 — 48 3-Point Field Goals— WA 1 (Radzwilka); TUN 3 (Williams 3)

WILLIAMSPORT – Seniors Paul Huch and Kendall Hinze combined for 44 points and 20 rebounds as Wilkes University broke open a tie game at the half by scoring 70 second-half points to cruise to a 100-61 win at Penn College in men’s basketball Thursday night. Wilkes (8-3) led by as many as nine points midway through the first half only to see the host Wildcats storm back, outscoring the Colonels 18-6 in the paint to send the game to the half tied 30-30. Huch finished with 22 points, eight rebounds, and five steals. Hinze was equally as impressive in the middle adding 22 points and 12 rebounds for his second double-double of the season. Jourdon Wilson chipped in 11 points, while Tyler Breznitsky poured in 10 points off the Colonel bench. It marked the first time since a 100-84 win over Baptist Bible

on Nov. 17, 2008, that the Colonels reached the century mark in a contest. Thaddeus Stevens 68, Penn State W-B 62

Thaddeus Stevens erased a three-point deficit at halftime to defeat Penn State WilkesBarre. Frank Peters scored 10 points to pace PSU WilkesBarre. Travis Dunlap added nine and Denzel Mensah grabbed a team-high 14 rebounds.

WOMEN’S BASKETBALL Albright 71, Wilkes 64

Wilkes fell to 4-7 overall with a road loss at Albright. Wilkes’ Elena Stambone led the way by scoring a seasonhigh 22 points. Allison Walsh had 15 points, the fifth game in a row she scored in the double digits. Megan Kazmerski tossed in 12.

NFL

Sooner quarterback Jones to return for senior year The Associated Press

NORMAN, Okla. — Quarterback Landry Jones has decided to come back for his senior year at Oklahoma, saying “there is still a lot more to do.” Jones said Thursday that it would be a great honor to play in the NFL, but with most of the offensive line, several receivers and defensive players returning, the team hopes to get another shot at a national championship. Jones is the Sooners’ all-time leading passer with 12,389 yards. Coach Bob Stoops said Jones has had a positive influence on and off the field with his teammates and he’s pleased with Jones’ decision. Oklahoma finished the 2011 season at 10-3. Sooners defensive end Ronnell Lewis, meanwhile, said he plans to skip his senior year and enter the NFL draft.

night. “I’ve done what I could do for the team. I broke every record at the school and I would go back to basically have a better season,” Pierce said. “I’m ready to start a new area in my life, and I have to take care of myself and my family.” Helping to turn the Owls from one of the one worst programs in college football into a consistent bowl team, Pierce rushed for 3,570 yards over his three-year career with a schoolrecord 52 touchdowns. He rushed for 100 yards on 25 carries and two touchdowns in Temple’s 37-15 New Mexico Bowl victory over Wyoming in December.

Michigan State DT Worthy entering NFL draft EAST LANSING, Mich. — Michigan State defensive tackle Jerel Worthy has decided to skip his senior season and enter Temple RB Pierce will not the NFL draft. return for senior season The 310-pound junior, a first team Associated Press AllPHILADELPHIA — Temple American this season, anrunning back Bernard Pierce nounced his decision Thursday. will not return for his senior He said it was the right time to season and will declare for the leave following the 33-30 tripleNFL draft. overtime win over Georgia in Pierce told The Associated Press his decision late Thursday the Outback Bowl.

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fense. We did have a couple of more turnovers than we would have liked (unofficially, 17 to the Comets’ 18).” Mia Hopkins had a dominating night all around, tallying six assists, three steals and three blocks as Crestwood tried everything it could to contain her. “Mia was making some crazy hard shots,” Comets’ coach Isiah Walker said after Hopkins had 19 points and seven rebounds in the first half on a variety of short jumpers, layups and spinning post moves. “We went box-and-one on her to try to slow her down.” Crestwood was fine trading field goals in the first half with Pittston Area, but was not getting opportunities at the line. The Patriots had a 17-2 advantage in attempts from the freethrow line in the first half, accounting for nearly all of Pittston Area’s 46-33 lead at the break. “They got all the free-throw attempts and second-chance baskets,” Walker said. “I’m not saying our girls didn’t drive to the basket just as hard, the calls just didn’t go our way. I’m not blaming the refs, Pittston’s just a very good team.” After trailing by as many as 17 in the first half, Crestwood cut

the Patriots’ lead to 52-41 with three minutes remaining in the third quarter on consecutive threes by Rebecca Rutkowski and Kayla Gegaris. But the Comets would draw no closer. “We were playing their game,” Healey said of slowing the pace in the second half. “So we decided to go out there and take our time and take control of the game.” Hopkins’ big night was complemented by Liz Waleski. The freshman had 19 points and eight rebounds, with 15 points coming in the up-tempo first half. “Liz is a great player, just coming up as a freshman and starting,” Hopkins said. “You can tell she can put the ball in the hoop.” Grace O’Neill added 14 points for Pittston Area, and Allie Barber had four assists and four steals as the Patriots won their WVC Division 1 opener. One game after Sarah Andrews and Sydney Myers were the top scorers for the Comets, Gegaris (17 points) and Rutkowski (16 points, eight rebounds) were the top scorers for Crestwood, which is now 0-2 in Division 1 play. PITTSTON AREA (73): Barber 1 4-4 6, Fereck 0 0-0 0, Waleski 8 3-4 19, Mitchell 1 1-1 3, Rabender 1 0-0 2, O’Neill 6 0-0 14, Hopkins 11 7-9 29, Zanta 0 0-0 0. Totals 28 15-18 73. CRESTWOOD (50): Lutz 0 0-0 0, Andrews 3 2-2 8, Mazzoni 1 0-0 3, Rutkowski 7 1-2 16, Gegaris 6 2-2 17, Ritz 0 0-0 0, Cronauer 2 0-0 4, Wojnar 0 0-0 0, Myers 1 0-0 2, Jeskiewicz 0 0-0 0, Hislap 0 0-0 0, Ciaverella 0 0-0 0. Totals 19 5-6 50.

Pittston Area ............................. 27 19 13 14 — 73 Crestwood................................. 16 17 10 7 — 50 3-Point Field Goals— PA 2 (O’Neil 2); CRE 5 (Gegaris 3, Rutchowski, Mazzoni)

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AHL

Unfamiliar foe just what Pens need

By TOM VENESKY tvenesky@timesleader.com

It’s been nearly three months since the WilkesBarre/Scranton Penguins faced the Rochester Americans, so it’s understandable if the memories have faded. And that may not be a bad thing. Fresh of a stinging 5-1 loss to Norfolk on Wednesday, the Penguins face a Rochester team tonight that is basically a bunch of strangers. The Americans are in a different conference and this will be the last time the two teams face each other this season. An unfamiliar foe may be just what the Penguins need to recover from the Norfolk defeat. “Sometimes it is,” said center Ben Street. “You just play your game. You’re not as worried about ‘they’re going to do this and we need to do that.’ When that happens it’s almost too much of a chess match and it’s so strategic that it’s slow. “When you get a team like Rochester who isn’t in your division you just have to go play. Sometimes we thrive on that.” The Penguins practiced at the Mohegan Sun Arena on

Thursday and the effects from the Norfolk loss were still evident. They spent much of the morning watching video and conducting meetings before hitting the ice for an hourlong practice. What exactly did head coach John Hynes tell his players during the morning? Well, it was pretty black and white. “When you have a bad loss there are reasons why. This is what happened and this is what has to get fixed,” he said. “You have to come up with solutions.” And that often means putting the anger and emotions aside. At least that was the case on Thursday. “You learn when the right time to have emotion is and isn’t,” Hynes said. “Sometimes the right thing is to be upset and show some emotion, but it’s not every time. You to manage the group and manage yourself. At times it is appropriate to be angry, but not every game and not all year long.” While the Penguins players may not have seen much of Rochester this season, Hynes is well aware of what’s in store. He said the Americans

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Injury update The Penguins got some good news and bad news on the injury front. Center Bryan Lerg, who left Wednesday’s game in the second period after being crushed into the boards, should be back in the lineup tonight, Hynes said. D Alexandre Picard, who also left Wednesday’s game, will be out for a while with an upper body injury, he said. D Joey Mormina participated in his second straight practice on Thursday wearing a red no contact jersey. Hynes said he isn’t ready to return but is getting close. D Carl Sneep will be out for another week or two, Hynes said.

are a well-coached team under the leadership of Ron Rolston. They also have good veteran leadership, Hynes said, with a group that includes Paul Szczechura, Shaone Morrisonn and Colin Stuart. “They’ve improved from the beginning of the year and they’re hot on the road,” Hynes said, noting the Americans beat the AHL’s top team, Oklahoma City, on the road last week. “We’ll get a structured team that’s going to work hard.” That’s fine with Street because an unfamiliar foe presents a welcome change of pace. “We see the Hersheys and the Norfolks so often that it’s so structured,” he said. “We need to be sharp because we haven’t seen them (Rochester) much, but games like this can be a lot of fun.”

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New faces dot PGA opener in Hawaii The Associated Press

KAPALUA, Hawaii — Steve Stricker is back on Maui, a familiar place for a guy who has won on the PGA Tour in each of the last three years to qualify for the season-opening Tournament of Champions. Not so familiar are some of the guys he’ll be trying to beat. Twelve players in the 28-man field are at Kapalua for the first time, more evidence of change on the PGA Tour. A year ago, Stricker didn’t know who most of them were. Keegan Bradley? He was known more as the nephew of LPGA great Pat Bradley until he won two times, including that unlikely comeback in Atlanta to capture the PGA Championship in his first try at a major. Jhonattan Vegas was the first PGA Tour member from Venezuela. Scott Stallings? Brendan

Steele? “I know them now a little bit,” Stricker said Thursday on the eve of the opening round. The PGA Tour season gets under way Friday. It wants to get away from the NFL playoffs on Sunday, so the final round will end Monday just before the BCS Championship game starts. The Tournament of Champions will be missing 11 players who didn’t or couldn’t make it to Hawaii. It’s the biggest list of noshows since this tournament moved to Kapalua in 1999, though it’s a product of the changing world of golf. Three of the players are recovering from injuries, five of them are based overseas and Luke Donald, the No. 1 player in the world, just finished a whirlwind trip around the world that took him deep into December. Like many other players, this is his off-

season. That’s not the only change. Phil Mickelson and Tiger Woods are no longer part of the top 10 in the world ranking. There are no Americans among the top five in the world ranking for the first time in nearly two decades. And even without the likes of U.S. Open champion Rory McIlroy, Masters champion Charl Schwartzel or Martin Kaymer in Hawaii, the young guys are making a strong push. There were 13 winners in their 20s last year, and nine of them are at Kapalua “There’s been a transformation of players out here, and it was going to happen eventually,” said Stricker, who turns 45 next month. “We saw Tiger and Phil slip out of the top 10, and we have some European players coming in there.”

WORLD CUP LUGE

Berwick native, teammate place ninth The Associated Press

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MAJOR COLLEGE BASKETBALL

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Oliver’s 21 leads Penn State to win The Associated Press

STATE COLLEGE — Billy Oliver scored a career-high 21 points and Penn State held Purdue to a season-low 31 percent shooting in a 65-45 win Thursday night to end a six-game losing streak against the Boilermakers. Tim Frazier added 15 points, including a leaning banker in traffic in the lane to extend the lead to 54-38 with about 8 minutes left. The tough bucket capped an 18-6 run to put the game out of reach and secure first-year coach Patrick Chambers’ first Big Ten win at Penn State (9-7, 1-2). Robbie Hummel’s 14 points and five rebounds paced Purdue (12-4, 2-1), which lost to Penn State for the first time since a 67-64 defeat three years ago in Happy Valley. This one wasn’t nearly as close. Playing with four fouls, Oliver hit back-to-back 3s with just 5 minutes left for a 19point lead. The Nittany Lions outhustled their opponents and outrebounded them 38-26. Matt Glover led Penn State on the glass with 11 rebounds. D.J. Byrd had 12 points for Purdue, which narrowed a 15-point deficit in the first half to 36-32 off Hummel’s layup with 15:15 left. But Penn State regrouped and went on a 7-0 run finished by Frazier’s layup on the break following a steal by Glover. An uncharacteristically slop-

py first half left Purdue trailing 32-18 halftime, the Boilermakers’ lowest-scoring half of the season. Penn State held Purdue without a field goal the final 6:46 of a half in which coach Matt Painter’s club committed seven turnovers, or about three less than its average for an entire game. Oliver, a 6-foot-8 forward who likes to roam the perimeter, scored 12 in the first half on 4-of-6 shooting from 3-point range. Penn State led by as much as 15 in the half on Sasa Borovnjak’s layup with 3 minutes to go before Purdue made its second-half push.

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Indiana’s Tom Pritchard grabs a rebound from Michigan’s Evan Smotrycz during the first half of an NCAA basketball game Thursday in Bloomington, Ind.

throws. Cleveland Melvin scored 20 points and Moses Morgan added 13 for DePaul, which before Thursday had won just two regular-season Big East games since 2008-09.

Gonzaga 73, Pepperdine 45 SPOKANE, Wash. — FreshDePaul 84, Pittsburgh 81 man Gary Bell Jr. scored 15 ROSEMONT, Ill. — Brandon points and No. 25 Gonzaga beat cold-shooting Pepperdine Young scored 26 points, including a three-point play with for its 21st consecutive victory over the Waves. 1.3 seconds left, as DePaul Robert Sacre and Kevin beat Pittsburgh. Young scored the game’s last Pangos each scored 11 points for Gonzaga (12-2, 2-0 West seven points for the Blue DeCoast Conference), which has mons (10-4, 1-1 Big East) after won seven straight since conPitt (11-5, 0-3) held an 81-77 lead with 17.2 seconds remain- secutive losses to Illinois and Michigan State. They have not ing. Young’s layup cut the lost to the Waves since 2002, Panthers’ lead to two points; their longest current streak then Pitt’s Isaiah Epps missed against a WCC rival. two free throws. Jordan Baker scored 10 Young drove through the points to lead Pepperdine (7-7, Panthers’ defense for a basket 1-2), which has not beaten a and he was fouled with 1.3 seconds left. He made the free ranked opponent since 1994. The Waves, who came in throw for a one-point lead, averaging 60 points per game, then Pitt threw the inbounds never led in the game and shot pass away. Young was fouled just 28.3 percent from the and made two more free

field. Their season-low had been 39 points in a loss to UCLA. Indiana 73, Michigan 71 BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — Christian Watford scored 25 points, and Verdell Jones broke a late tie with four straight points to help lead No. 12 Indiana beat No. 16 Michigan. Indiana (14-1 2-1 Big Ten) stayed perfect at Assembly Hall and beat a third ranked team this season — its most in one season since 2005-06. Tim Hardaway Jr. had 19 points for Michigan (12-3, 2-1) while Jordan Morgan added 12. The Wolverines dropped to 1-2 against ranked teams this season and have lost 14 of their last 15 at Indiana since 1996. On Thursday, the Wolverines never even led. But after Hardaway converted a turnover into a dunk to tie the score at 68 with 3:07 to go, Jones broke the tie with four straight points. Watford then made 1 of 2 free throws and Zack Novak’s long heave was off the mark.

NHL

Late power-play goal lifts Flyers over ’Hawks The Associated Press

PHILADELPHIA — James van Riemsdyk’s second goal on the power play with 32.8 seconds remaining lifted the Philadelphia Flyers to a 5-4 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks on Thursday night. Brent Seabrook and Patrick Kane scored 25 seconds apart late in the third period to tie it, but van Riemsdyk made sure the Flyers shook off the disappointment from their Winter Classic loss. Scott Hartnell, Harry Zolnierczyk and van Riemsdyk scored goals in a span of 4:20 in the second period, and Jakub Voracek also scored for the Flyers against Ray Emery in his first game back in Philadelphia. Ilya Bryzgalov made 30 saves to earn his first win since Dec. 13. Rangers 3, Panthers 2

NEW YORK — Marian Gaborik scored 3:29 into overtime for the New York Rangers, who outlasted the Florida Panthers and moved to the top of the NHL standings with their eighth win in nine games. Gaborik took a drop pass from Derek Stepan in the high

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slot and slapped in a drive for his 23rd goal of the season. New York (25-9-4) stayed one point ahead of Boston in the Eastern Conference, but jumped one point in front of Westleading Vancouver, which was idle. Martin Biron, starting for the fourth time in nine games to give No. 1 goalie Henrik Lundqvist a lighter workload, made 19 saves. Defenseman Anton Stralman and captain Ryan Callahan also scored for the Rangers. Marcel Goc and Mike Santorelli scored, and Scott Clemmensen stopped 38 shots for the Panthers.

return from a head injury. But the backup now has consecutive victories to open an important homestand and should be back in net Saturday when the Detroit Red Wings come to town. Phil Kessel, Tim Connolly, Mikhail Grabovski and Clarke MacArthur scored for Toronto. Bruins 9, Flames 0

BOSTON — Nathan Horton and Patrice Bergeron each had two goals and an assist, Tuukka Rask earned his third shutout in four starts and the rampaging Boston Bruins cruised to a blowout of the road-weary Calgary Flames. Maple Leafs 4, Jets 0 The win was the ninth in 10 games for the defending StanTORONTO — Jonas Gustavsson stopped all 24 shots he ley Cup champions, who have outscored the opposition 49-13 faced for his second career during that span, with Rask and shutout, leading the Toronto Tim Thomas combining for Maple Leafs to a win over the four shutouts. Winnipeg Jets. The Bruins won their previWith the Maple Leafs facing a ous home game 8-0 over Florkey stretch in their schedule, ida. coach Ron Wilson says the Rask, who stopped 25 shots goaltender that wins will stay for the 11th shutout of his cain net for the following game. reer, has allowed one goal in his Gustavsson was barely used during a mediocre 4-6-3 Decem- last four starts. The Flames ended a sevenber as Wilson elected to ride game road trip with their fifth James Reimer following his

straight loss, going 2-4-1 on the journey. Stars 4, Predators 1

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Mike Ribeiro scored two goals in the first period and the Dallas Stars beat Nashville, ruining the return of Predators captain Shea Weber from a concussion. Weber had missed four games since being hurt Dec. 23 in a loss at Dallas in a collision with Stars defenseman Mark Fistric. The Predators announced Thursday at the morning skate that the defenseman had been cleared to play, and Nashville had a franchise-record seventh straight sellout for Weber’s return. Senators 4, Lightning 1

OTTAWA — Daniel Alfredsson had a goal and two assists, Craig Anderson made 35 saves and the Ottawa Senators extended their winning streak to four games with a victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning. Alfredsson got his second assist on Zack Smith’s goal at 16:34 that made it 3-1. Alfredsson scored into an empty net at 19:07.

Degraba The Skinny: Lake-Lehman freshman Jimmy Stuart, who claimed a tournament championship at the Tunkhannock Kiwanis Tournament, could throw a wrench into the prediction as he will likely see Degraba in the quarters of the bracket’s bottom half. In the top half, Crestwood’s Bob Gray and GAR’s A.J. Luton have potential to pull off upsets because they have been in big matches before.

was runner-up in 2011. Laubach enters with an unbeaten mark of 12-0. The Crusader could have to get past Lake-Lehman’s Jake Winters to get to the finals. Laubach’s path to the final could see him matching with Wyoming Area’s Nick Heck.

Prediction: Harry over Wyoming Area’s Andy Schutz The Skinny: Schutz has two losses this season and both are to Harry. Last season, this rivalry went the other way with Schutz winning every bout. This season seems to be Harry’s turn. Meyers’ Kashif Alston could possibly make things interesting for Schutz in the semis.

No. 3 seed. Also keep an eye on Wyoming Area’s Nick O’Brien, who could face Hammerstone in the semis.

second seed. Faust, a freshman, is seeded fifth and it won’t be easy for him to get to the finals, especially having to go through Ropietski.

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Top Seed: Steve Radzwilla, Hanover Area Prediction: Crestwood’s Roger Legg over Radzwilla The Skinny: There’s no question that Radzwilla has been hot this season with a 14-2 record. Legg is the second seed and this match could go either way. Don’t discount upset possibilities from Valley West’s Trey Cowman or Coughlin’s John Olson.

145 Top Seed: Darren Stucker, Meyers dy Schutz (132) were winners Prediction: Pittston Area’s Angelo Lussi over Stucker last year. Kyle Krasavage, a ju- 120 The Skinny: Lussi is the three seed, but was a nior at Wyoming Valley West, Top Seed: Travis Roper, Wyoming Valley West champion last year. He has a tough road if he’s goPrediction: Meyers’ Justin Elick, over Roper ing to repeat with No. 2 seed Dallas’ Zach Macosky 195 won the championship his freshThe Skinny: This bracket could go either way as the No. 2 seed. In addition to Stucker, Coughlin’s Top Seed: Chad Hoffman, Hazleton Area Elick and Roper flip-flopping. The edge goes to Mark Meloro and Tunkhannock’s Ben Siegel are in man season and took second to with Prediction: Hoffman over Nanticoke’s Pedro Elick because of his past experiences and as a ju- the top half and have upset potential. Bracero nior he’s a year older than Roper. Coughlin’s Ed CiPasone in 2011. The Skinny: Hoffman has an edge over Bracero prich and Pittston Area’s Tyler Lutecki could pull off 152 for his state-placing run from a year ago. He’s also Those are just some of the no- upsets. Top Seed: Anthony Talanca, Berwick wrestled in more than twice as many bouts as the Prediction: Talanca over Hanover Area’s DoTrojan this season. But Bracero definitely has the table names and storylines hap- 126 minic Vitale ability to get past Hoffman and stay unbeaten this Top Seed: Vito Pasone, Meyers The Skinny: The original top two seeds, Crestseason. Dallas’ Garrett Artsma, the No. 6 seed, is a pening this weekend. Prediction: Wyoming Valley West’s Kyle Krawood’s Kyle Hankinson and Dallas’ Kris Roccosleeper candidate. Here’s a weight-by-weight savage over Pasone grandi, were scratched on Thursday. That could The Skinny: Krasavage and Pasone are each pave the way for the scrappy sixth-seeded fresh220 breakdown of every bracket for ranked very high in Class 3A and 2A, respectively, man Vitale to reach the finals. Nanticoke’s Maurice Top Seed: Dillon Ropietski, Hanover Area in the state. Krasavage is seventh and Pasone is Wood is the No. 2 seed. the event. Prediction: Berwick’s Jake Jola over GAR’s fourth according to Premier PA Rankings. Pasone Zachary Faust won the matchup last year for the gold medal. A Note: the returning cham- slight advantage goes to the Spartan this time 160 The Skinny: This class could be the most inTop Seed: Matt Hammerstone, Crestwood teresting because everyone in the bracket is at or pions aren’t listed because the around. Prediction: Hammerstone over Berwick’s Will above a .500 record. That could lead to an upsetMausteller filled tournament. The bottom half of the bracket weight classes are not all the 132 The Skinny: Dallas’ Bill Dixon is the second looks very interesting with Dallas’ Ryan Monk and Top Seed: Austin Harry, Lake-Lehman seed and will be a tough match for Mausteller, the Hazleton Area’s Taylor Schermerhorn, who is the same. 106

Top Seed: Sean Bergold, Meyers Prediction: Coughlin’ s Bobby Hawkins over Bergold The Skinny: Hawkins is a freshman and coming off a championship in the Tunkhannock Kiwanis Tournament. Also keep an eye on Berwick’s Dakota Conner. The freshman could give Hawkins a handful in the quarters.

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Top Seed: Charlie Generotti, Tunkhannock Prediction: Generotti over Crestwood’s Andrew Brodginski The Skinny: Nanticoke’s Brian Maslowski took a runner-up finish in 2011 and will try to upset Generotti in a possible semifinal bout. Brodginski, the No. 3 seed, will have to get past Hazleton Area’s Tom Biesadesky, the second seed. Generotti begins the event with Dallas sophomore Dominic Oliveri. If you’re looking for a first-round upset, this has a high

Top Seed: Brad Emerick, Coughlin Prediction: Emerick over Tunkhannock’s Casey Drake The Skinny: Drake is the No. 2 seed, but Emerick is possibly the best heavyweight locally. LakeLehman’s Dustin Jones is also in the bracket and would have to go through Drake to reach the finals. But Jones did win a championship last year at the PJW’s held at Mohegan Sun Arena and that’s an indicator of his ability.

we hoped it would.” Recruiting would be an immediate concern for Penn State if O’Brien is hired and indeed remains with the Patriots. New England is the AFC’s top seed in the NFL playoffs and has a first-round bye this weekend. Should the Patriots make the Super Bowl, O’Brien would be with the team through Feb. 5. National signing day is Feb. 1. If O’Brien is the hire, he could follow the path set by one of his Patriots predecessors. Former New England offensive coordinator Charlie Weis accepted the head job at Notre Dame in December 2004 and recruited for the Fighting Irish at the same time he stayed with the Patriots, who went on to win the Super Bowl. O’Brien, 42, is in his fifth season on the Patriots staff and his first as the offensive coordinator. Though he has no head coaching experience, O’Brien has worked extensively in the college ranks with Georgia Tech (1995-02), Maryland (2003-04) and Duke (2005-06) before joining the Patriots in 2007. In an odd coincidence, O’Brien shares an alma mater with Paterno. The Andover, Mass., native played linebacker and defensive end at Brown University from 1990-92. O’Brien jumped right into coaching, staying for two more years at Brown before spending the next dozen seasons in the ACC, all on the offensive side of the ball. His highest post was in his final year at Georgia Tech, where he was assistant head coach, offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach. With the Patriots, O’Brien has coached wide receivers and quarterbacks, including future Hall of Famer Tom Brady. O’Brien may best be known to casual fans as the coach who got into a shouting match with Brady on the sideline following an interception in a Dec. 11 game against Washington. The agent for O’Brien told The Associated Press that his client interviewed for the job on Thursday and O’Brien was “flattered by the interest.”

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both the Fighting Irish and the Spartans were superior programs because they had AfricanAmericans players and faced teams that allowed them on the field, too. “There were athletes who were qualified and capable and had the ability to play in the SEC, but they were not recruited because they were black,” said Wilbur Hackett, a longtime conference referee who, in the late 1960s, became the first AfricanAmerican captain when he played at Kentucky, persevering through intense racial prejudice. When it became clear that integration was inevitable, the SEC finally tapped into a whole new pool of talent, gaining the inside track to huge numbers of immensely qualified locals who had always been forced to sign with historically black schools or venture far from home, to the Big Ten or the Pacific Coast, if they wanted to play at the highest level. Today, every SEC roster is filled with black players. Their influence on the game is undeniable. “The league was strong, but it could have been stronger if they had integrated sooner,” Hackett said. “Look at the Tennessee States and the Jackson States and the Gramblings, all the players from those schools that went on to play in the NFL. Now, those schools don’t put players in the NFL because all those players are in the SEC.” Over the last 10 years, a staggering 72 players from SEC schools have been first-round draft picks. The Big 12 is next on the list, far behind at 51. With Heisman Trophy winner Cam Newton leading the way, the SEC had five of the top six picks in 2011. The odd man out was Von Miller from Texas A&M — which is joining the league next fall. “There’s a lot of talent down there and they do a good job of coaching a lot of talent,” said Al Borges, the offensive coordinator at Michigan who formerly

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Patriots coach Bill Belichick confirmed to reporters in Boston that O’Brien would not be at practice Thursday but did not elaborate. “It’s been a very coveted job,” Joyner said. “We have received a tremendous amount of interest in this. I’m still receiving calls and emails or communications from … many very, very well-qualified coaches, who continue to be interested in this job.” For the moment, Penn State is still led by interim coach Tom Bradley, who was in the Pittsburgh area Thursday on a recruiting trip. Coaches are allowed to contact recruits as normal from Jan. 4-7 before restrictions go back in place from Jan. 9-12. Bradley, who took over the program when Paterno was fired Nov. 9, has repeatedly said that he will work for the Lions as long as he is still employed. Four headed to Senior Bowl A group of departing Penn State players has accepted invitations to play in the Senior Bowl later this month. Defensive end Jack Crawford, cornerback D’Anton Lynn, defensive tackle Devon Still and guard Johnnie Troutman will all play for the North squad on Jan. 28 in Mobile, Ala. Each of them started for parts of three seasons for the Lions. All four players are trying to improve their stock for April’s NFL draft, with Still leading the pack, garnering a first-round projection by some analysts. It is the most Penn State players invited to the Senior Bowl since after the 2002 season when the Lions sent five players – Anthony Adams, Michael Haynes, Bryant Johnson, Larry Johnson and Bryan Scott – all of whom were drafted in the first two rounds. “This is the most Penn State players we’ve had in our game in nine years and all are very deserving of this opportunity," Senior Bowl President and CEO Steve Hale said in a release. “We feel like we identified four strong prospects and are looking forward to watching them compete in front of the National Football League here at the Senior Bowl.” The game kicks off at 4 p.m. on NFL Network. coached at Auburn. “That’s all there is to it.” Digging a little deeper, the emphasis on defense in the SEC has largely fueled its rise to power (34 of those 72 first-round picks came from the less-heralded side of the line). Not surprisingly, Alabama and LSU are the nation’s two best defensive teams, filled with impact players such as Crimson Tide linebacker Dont’a Hightower and Tigers cornerback Tyrann “Honey Badger” Mathieu. From the perspective of ESPN analyst Todd Blackledge, it all starts up front. “I really don’t think they have more speed at those skill positions on offense than the Big 12 or the Pac-12 or anyone else,” he said. “But those defensive linemen in the SEC, that’s where the difference is.” Blackledge points to last year’s BCS title game, when Auburn stifled high-powered Oregon 22-19 to claim the SEC’s fifth straight championship. Offense may excite the fans, but teams such as West Virginia (a 70-33 winner over Clemson in the Orange Bowl) and Oklahoma State (which beat Stanford 41-38 in the Fiesta Bowl) didn’t qualify for the biggest game of all. Rest assured, defense still wins championships. “Auburn was, at best, a middleof-the-pack defense in the SEC — and Oregon could not block their front,” Blackledge said. “Until teams in other conferences make inroads on defense, it’s just going to be hard to catch the SEC.” Blackledge also believes that SEC schools are more willing to bring in junior college signees, especially on the defensive side, players who are often challenged academically and shunned by schools that don’t think they can keep up in the classroom. This, of course, fits in with another popularly held image of the SEC as nothing more than a dozen football factories (well, 11, leaving out Vanderbilt). The largest building on most campuses is a palace such as Alabama’s Bryant-Denny Stadium (capacity: 101,821), a convenient symbol of college athletics gone wild.

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By ANDREW M. SEDER aseder@timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE – A decision on who will head the Greater Wilkes-Barre Growth Partnership, formerly known as the Greater Wilkes-Barre Chamber of Business and Industry, is not expected this month. The economic development organization has been without a day-to-day leader since November. Board Chairman Conrad Schintz, who is heading the

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search committee, said initial advertisements for the position of president and chief executive officer drew 120 applicants in the fall. The 17-member search committee first whittled down the list to 17 finalists. After conducting phone interviews, the committee came up with six finalists in addition to two in-house candidates who applied for the position that was held by Todd Vonderheid since June 2007. Vonderheid stepped down in

November and has yet to announce his future plans. Last fall Schintz said he had hoped to have a candidate named to the position by Thanksgiving. Now he said it’s not likely a hire would be made before February and could take even longer. “We’d like to get it done ASAP, but we want to get the best person,” Schintz said. He took some of the blame for the delay in the hiring process, citing a medical condition he was dealing with in the fall.

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The Associated Press and 28 news organizations, including The New York Times and The Washington Post, are launching a company that will measure the unpaid online use of their original reporting and seek to convert unauthorized websites, blogs and other newsgathering services into paying customers. The company, called NewsRight, brings together efforts started by the AP and its partners in October 2010 to track the use of stories on websites, blogs and other Internet forums through what it calls the News Registry. The company said Thursday that it is open for business. The organization is led by former ABC News president David Westin. NewsRight encodes original stories with hidden data that includes the writer’s name and when it was published. The encoded stories send back reports to the registry that describe where a story is being used and who is reading it. The technology can even locate stories that have been cut and pasted in whole or in part. “More news is available more ways than ever in history. But if reliable information is to continue to flourish, the companies investing in creating content need efficient ways to license it as broadly as possible,” Westin said in a statement. The company will initially seek customers among media monitoring services that compile stories online for governments and companies, said Westin. These companies charge fees for aggregating the news, but do not compensate news organizations for the use of their content.

B&N may spin off Nook Barnes & Noble said Thursday it is reviewing its options for its growing Nook e-book reader business and might spin it off from its core bookstore business. The company also lowered its yearly guidance. The news sent shares down 17 percent in Thursday trading.

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An increase in new orders and stronger imports drove last month’s modest expansion. But a gauge of hiring showed many service firms were hesitant to add workers. Sales rose 3.5 percent in December for a group of 25 retail chains tracked by the International Council of Shopping Centers. Holiday sales, which cover the last two months of the year, rose 3.3 percent, a decent rise but less than last year’s gain. Small businesses remain encouraged about their plans to hire over the next three months. The National Federation of Independent Business says the proportion of those firms that expect to add workers is slightly off from the three-year high hit last month.

the next three months. Retailers, meanwhile, reported solid gains, but sacrificed their bottom lines by pushing heavy discounts to shoppers bent on getting a good deal in a challenging economy. Weekly applications for unemployment benefits dropped to a seasonally adjusted 372,000 last week, the Labor Department said Thursday. That’s 11 percent lower than the same time last year. When applications consistently drop below 375,000 they generally signal that hiring is strong enough to reduce the unemployment rate. U.S. service firms, which employ roughly 90 percent of the work force, grew a little faster in December, according to the Institute for Supply Management.

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10-YR T-NOTE 2.00%

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CRUDE OIL $101.81

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Last Chg %YTD

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FRIDAY, JANUARY 6, 2012

THE TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com

NATIONAL FORECAST Partly sunny

40° 27°

37° 29°

42° 32°

TUESDAY Mostly sunny

MONDAY Partly sunny

SUNDAY Partly sunny

SATURDAY Partly sunny

WEDNESDAY Cloudy, rain late

43° 27°

45° 30°

REGIONAL FORECAST Syracuse 44/33

Today’s high/ Tonight’s low

Wilkes-Barre 46/32 New York City 50/37 Reading 46/31

Yesterday Average Record High Record Low

33/21 34/19 61 in 1993 -15 in 1904

Heating Degree Days*

Yesterday Month to date Year to date Last year to date Normal year to date

38 190 2126 2525 2544

*Index of fuel consumption, how far the day’s mean temperature was below 65 degrees.

Yesterday Month to date Normal month to date Year to date Normal year to date

Sun and Moon

Sunrise 7:29a 7:29a Moonrise Today 2:38p Tomorrow 3:33p

Today Tomorrow

Brandywine Valley

Highs: 48-52. Lows: 34-36. Expect partly to mostly sunny skies today. Tonight will be clear to partly cloudy. Atlantic City 53/38

Precipitation

The Finger Lakes

Highs: 41-45. Lows: 31-36. Mostly cloudy with a slight chance of snow or rain today. Tonight will be partly cloudy.

Delmarva/Ocean City

Highs: 54-56. Lows: 36-44. Abundant sunshine is in store today. Tonight will be clear to partly cloudy.

0.00” 0.11” 0.40” 0.11” 0.40” Sunset 4:49p 4:50p Moonset 5:07a 5:59a

Susquehanna Stage Chg. Fld. Stg Wilkes-Barre 5.13 -0.60 22.0 Towanda 3.02 -0.37 21.0 Lehigh Bethlehem 3.07 0.75 16.0 Delaware Port Jervis 4.08 -0.10 18.0 Full

Jan. 9

Last

New

First

Weather Central, LP For more weather information go to:

www.timesleader.com National Weather Service

607-729-1597

62/46

72/59

74/57 80/64 32/31

City

Yesterday

Anchorage Atlanta Baltimore Boston Buffalo Charlotte Chicago Cleveland Dallas Denver Detroit Honolulu Houston Indianapolis Las Vegas Los Angeles Miami Milwaukee Minneapolis

7/-6/.06 61/36/.00 45/26/.00 38/25/.00 34/30/.00 61/28/.00 48/23/.00 40/30/.00 66/33/.00 64/42/.00 42/24/.00 80/72/.00 74/52/.00 51/25/.00 65/43/.00 81/60/.00 68/52/.00 45/26/.00 45/24/.00

City

Yesterday

Amsterdam Baghdad Beijing Berlin Buenos Aires Dublin Frankfurt Hong Kong Jerusalem London

50/39/.00 63/46/.00 37/7/.00 43/37/.00 95/64/.00 50/41/.00 48/39/.00 52/48/.00 59/42/.00 54/45/.00

Today Tomorrow 9/-6/c 62/46/s 52/40/s 43/36/c 44/36/pc 61/38/s 47/31/pc 43/35/pc 72/47/s 45/22/pc 45/32/pc 80/64/s 74/57/sh 52/35/s 69/44/s 69/47/s 72/59/s 45/29/pc 40/26/pc

ALMANAC Recorded at Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Int’l Airport River Levels, from 12 p.m. yesterday.

50/37

55/40

53/30

72/47

64/42

9/-6

Philadelphia 51/37

Temperatures

45/22

69/47

The Jersey Shore

Pottsville 44/32

Harrisburg 47/33

58/46

Highs: 43-48. Lows: 29-32. Look for partly sunny and milder conditions today. Clouds will decrease overnight.

Poughkeepsie 45/30

40/26

47/31

45° 40°

Highs: 49-53. Lows: 36-40. Skies will be partly sunny today and mostly clear overnight.

43/25

45/32

The Poconos

Albany 44/32

Towanda 44/31

State College 46/33

44/38

TODAY’S SUMMARY

Binghamton 44/32

Scranton 46/31

THURSDAY Rain possible, windy

Jan. 16 Jan. 23 Jan. 30

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14/9/sn 63/45/sh 55/39/pc 51/33/pc 41/32/c 63/43/pc 42/29/pc 41/32/pc 61/42/s 43/21/pc 39/30/pc 80/67/s 75/54/s 46/28/s 64/39/pc 65/48/s 75/63/pc 39/27/pc 35/21/pc

City

Yesterday

Myrtle Beach Nashville New Orleans Norfolk Oklahoma City Omaha Orlando Phoenix Pittsburgh Portland, Ore. St. Louis Salt Lake City San Antonio San Diego San Francisco Seattle Tampa Tucson Washington, DC

57/37/.00 57/28/.00 72/50/.00 52/33/.00 67/29/.00 66/27/.00 68/31/.00 76/50/.00 39/28/.00 50/44/.02 66/36/.00 49/22/.00 67/50/.00 80/53/.00 58/43/.00 47/42/.05 66/38/.00 75/40/.00 49/30/.00

WORLD CITIES

Today Tomorrow 45/39/pc 63/39/pc 32/15/pc 40/33/s 92/67/s 52/41/c 41/33/sh 68/61/pc 54/42/sh 50/41/pc

46/41/sh 66/41/s 34/18/pc 42/38/sh 89/65/pc 51/39/s 42/38/sh 71/61/pc 57/43/s 51/42/sh

City

Yesterday

Mexico City Montreal Moscow Paris Rio de Janeiro Riyadh Rome San Juan Tokyo Warsaw

68/45/.00 25/18/.00 36/34/.00 54/46/.00 86/70/.00 66/45/.00 57/43/.00 83/73/.01 48/32/.00 41/34/.00

Today Tomorrow 63/45/s 63/49/s 72/55/sh 61/40/s 60/32/s 52/26/pc 73/49/s 73/46/s 47/34/pc 44/37/sh 62/38/s 44/30/pc 75/49/s 69/48/s 59/43/s 44/38/sh 72/53/pc 72/44/s 55/40/s

66/50/pc 57/37/pc 73/57/pc 61/42/pc 54/31/s 45/27/pc 74/55/pc 72/46/pc 43/28/pc 45/36/pc 50/28/s 42/26/sn 71/43/s 67/47/s 58/44/s 46/43/c 74/55/pc 70/43/pc 56/41/pc

Today Tomorrow 70/40/pc 28/27/sn 36/34/rs 48/41/pc 84/72/t 74/50/s 57/38/s 80/66/sh 48/35/pc 35/28/sn

Key: s-sunny, pc-partly cloudy, c-cloudy, sh-showers, t-thunderstorms, r-rain, sn-snow, sf-snow ﬂurries, i-ice.

72/43/pc 37/14/c 34/28/sn 51/42/sh 81/72/t 78/53/s 54/37/s 81/66/sh 46/34/pc 37/32/rs

The snow lovers among us are becoming increasingly restless and desperate and their frustration is understandable. We've had only 1.6 inch of snow since Nov. 1 and for them the outlook heading through most of of next week continues to look rather grim. For those of us on the other side of the fence, the weather news continues to be good news. Steering winds off the Paciﬁc are now blowing west to east across the nation, allowing for warmer temperatures and little potential for storm development. When a storm finally does form later next week, the odds for us will favor rain. - Tom Clark

timesleaderautos.com m

196600

43° 26°

TODAY

NATIONAL FORECAST: Mild and tranquil conditions look to affect the vast majority of the United States today, thanks to high pressure draped from the Rockies into the Southeast. Light showers may affect parts of the Paciﬁc Northwest and western Gulf Coast. Expect snow to overspread northern New England ahead of a passing warm front.

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4 Cyl., 73K, Extra Clean!

5,990

6 Cyl., 98K

RE: Adoption of

Adoption of K.K. Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania

A petition has been filed asking the Court to put an end to all rights you have to your child, K.K. The Court has set a hearing to consider ending your rights to your child. That hearing will be held as set forth below: PLACE:

Luzerne County Court House, Bernard C. Brominski Building Orphans' Courtroom, 3rd Floor, 113 West North Street Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania

DATE:

January 26, 2012

DOWN*

88K, Like New

2000 Ford Ranger 4x4

2002 Hyundai Elantra

2,990* $6,990*

*For qualiﬁed Buyers. Bi-weekly payments greater than 17 1/2 % of monthly net income, additional down-payment may be required. Costs to be paid by Buyer at delivery: registration, taxes, title, doc fee.

73K, Great Condition

7,990

415 Kidder Street Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702 570.822.8870

You are warned that even if you fail to appear at the scheduled hearing the hearing will go on without you and your rights to your child (ren) may be ended by the Court without you being present. You have a right to be represented at the hearing by a lawyer. YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR LAWYER AT ONCE. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A LAWYER OR CANNOT AFFORD ONE, GO TO OR TELEPHONE ONE OF THE OFFICES SET FORTH BELOW TO FIND OUT WHERE YOU CAN GET LEGAL HELP. Legal Services of Northeastern, PA, Inc., 410 BiCentennial Building 15 Public Square Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania 18701 (570) 825-8567

BY: Anthony J. Lumbis, Esquire Luzerne County Children and Youth Services 111 North Pennsylvania Avenue, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania 18701 Telephone No. : (570) 826-8700 Extension 5139

4 Cyl., 88K, Loaded

MOTOR TWINS

728576

CALL STEVE MORENKO 2010 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming

718-4050

Adoption of M.G. Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania

PLACE:

Luzerne County Court House, Bernard C. Brominski Building Orphans' Courtroom, 3rd Floor, 113 West North Street Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania

DATE:

January 26, 2012

TIME:

9:00 a.m.

Luzerne County Public Defender's Office Luzerne County Courthouse Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania 18711 (570) 825-1754

BY: Anthony J. Lumbis, Esquire Luzerne County Children and Youth Services 111 North Pennsylvania Avenue, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania 18701 Telephone No. : (570) 826-8700 Extension 5139

*All Prices Plus Tax & Tags. **See dealer for details.

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Luzerne County Public Defender's Office Luzerne County Courthouse Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania 18711 (570) 825-1754

Legal Services of Northeastern, PA, Inc., 410 BiCentennial Building 15 Public Square Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania 18701 (570) 825-8567

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PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to Act No. 84 of 1986, that the Board of School Directors of the Greater Nanticoke Area School District will hold its regular meetings for the calendar year 2012, as follows: January 12, February 9, March 15, April 12, May 10, June 14, NO MEETING IN JULY, August 9, September 13, October 11, and November 15. Meetings will be held in the Greater Nanticoke Area Senior High School, Education Plaza, Nanticoke, Luzerne Country, Pennsylvania at 7pm in the Board Room. The reorganization meeting of the Board of School Directors of the Greater Nanticoke Area School District will be held in the Nanticoke Area Senior High School at 6pm on December 3, 2012 in the Board Room. The regular meeting for the month of December will be held immediately following the reorganization meeting. If you are a person with a disability and wish to attend the aforementioned meeting and require an auxiliary aid, service, or other accommodation to participate in the proceedings, please contact the Superintendent’s Office at (570) 735-1270 to discuss how the school district may best accommodate your needs. BY ORDER OF THE BOARD Jeffrey Kozlofski, President Cindy Donlin, Secretary

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CITY OF WILKES-BARRE ZONING HEARING BOARD A public hearing will be held in City Council Chambers, Fourth Floor, City Hall, 40 East Market Street, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, on Wednesday, January 18, 2012, at 4:30 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, relative to the following zoning appeal application: a) Luzerne County Redevelopment Authority for the property located at 33 S. Wilkes-Barre Blvd. for a special exception under section 218 (Uses Not Addressed Within Ordinance) of the Wilkes-Barre City Zoning Ordinance to establish “The Luzerne County Visitor’s Center and Senior Center” within an C-4 zone. b) Wyoming Valley Art League for the property located at 132 rear South Franklin Street for a change in nonconforming use from meeting space, classrooms, library, offices and auditori um used by the Luzerne County Medical Society changed to meeting space, classrooms, gallery, library, offices and auditorium for the establishment of the Wyoming Valley Art League art cultural center within an S-2 zone. ALL INTERESTED PERSONS MAY APPEAR AT SUCH HEARING. CASES WILL NOT NECESSARILY BE CALLED IN THE ORDER LISTED ABOVE. DISABILITIES NOTICE: This Hearing is being held at a facility which is accessible to persons with disabilities. Please notify Mr. Jack McCutcheon, if special accommodations are required. Such notification should be made within one (1) week prior to the date of this hearing. Mr. McCutcheon can be reached at (570) 208-4112 or by FAX at (570) 208-4124 or by e-mail at jmccutcheon@wilkesbarre.pa.us By Order of the Zoning Hearing Board of the City of Wilkes-Barre William C. Harris, Director of Planning & Zoning/Zoning Officer THE CITY OF WILKES-BARRE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/ AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER THOMAS M. LEIGHTON, MAYOR

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Sunday 4:00 pm on Friday Monday 4:30 pm on Friday Tuesday 4:00 pm on Monday Wednesday 4:00 pm on Tuesday Thursday 4:00 pm on Wednesday Friday 4:00 pm on Thursday Holidays call for deadlines You may email your notices to mpeznowski@ timesleader.com or fax to 570-831-7312 or mail to The Times Leader 15 N. Main Street Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711 For additional information or questions regarding legal notices you may call Marti Peznowski at 570-970-7371 or 570-829-7130 LEGAL NOTICE The Borough of Bear Creek Village will hold their 2012 general meetings on the 3rd Monday of the month at the Bear Creek Association Clubhouse, White Haven Road, Bear Creek, PA. Meetings will begin at 7:00 P.M. Anita Muhlbauer Secretary/Treasurer LEGAL NOTICE The Local Federal Coordinating Committee of Northeastern PA, which conducts the annual Combined Federal campaign (CFC) is currently accepting applications for a Principal Combined Fund Organization (PCFO) to administer the CFC and be subject to the decisions and supervision of the L.F.C.C. Interested non-profit organizations may obtain an application for consideration by writing to Ms. Jane Maxwell, CFC Chairperson, c/o United Way of Wyoming Valley, 8 West Market Street, Suite 450, WilkesBarre, PA. 18701. All applications must be received by January 30, 2012. LEGAL NOTICE Laflin Borough is accepting applications for a Part Time Fire Truck Driver/certified EMT which will include Municipal Building Maintenance responsibilities. Must be 21 yrs. of age and available for flexible scheduling. Please contact Laflin Borough at 47 Laflin Rd. Laflin, Pa. 18702 or call 570654-3323 for an application. Laflin Borough is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate with respect to race, color, religious creed, handicap, ancestry, national origin, age or sex. Barbara Fairchild, Mgr. Laflin Borough Council LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Directors of the Lake-Lehman School District will adopt the 20122013 preliminary budget at the regularly scheduled board meeting to be held on Monday, January 16, 2012 at 7:00 PM in the Library of the Junior-Senior High School. The proposed preliminary budget is available for public inspection in the District Administration Office, located in the Lehman-Jackson Elementary School, Market Street, Lehman, PA, between 7:30 AM & 3:30 PM.

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CHEVY `00 BLAZER 2 door. New brakes,

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**Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $595 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 1/31/12.

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NEW 2012 FORD FIESTA SE NEW 2012 FORD FOCUS SE 4 DR Automatic, Air, Pwr. Mirrors, PDL, Advance Trac w/Electronic Stability Control, Side Curtains, AM/FM/CD, Cruise Control, 15” Alum. Wheels, Tilt Wheel, Keyless Entry w/Keypad,

Auto., AM/FM/CD, Anti-Theft Sys.,Tilt, Side Curtain Air Bags,Fog Lights, 16” Steel Wheels, Instrument Cluster, Message Center, Keyless Entry, Pwr. Side Mirrors, PL, PW, AC, MyKey Sys.

APR PLUS

24 Mos. *Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $595 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 1/31/12.

Auto., CD, Alum Wheels, Tilt, PW, PDL, Pwr. Seat, Safety Pkg., Side Impact Air Bags, 1st & 2nd Air Curtains, Anti-Theft Sys., Sirius Satellite Radio, Keyless Entry, Message Center,

M O S.

24 Mos.

APR PLUS

M O S.

Safety Canopy, Side Impact Air Bags, Pwr. Driver’s Seat, Auto., PDL, PW, Fog Lamps, Privacy Glass, Roof Rack, Air, 16” Alum. Wheels, CD, Sirius Satellite Radio, Keyless Entry, Rear Cargo Convenience Pkg.,

M O S.

24 Mos.

*Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $595 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 1/31/12.

NEW 2011 FORD F-150 REGULAR CAB 4X4 NEW 2012 FORD ESCAPE XLT 4X4 3.7L V6, XL Plus Pkg., Cruise, CD, MyKey Sys., 40/20/40 Cloth Seat, XL Decor Group, Pwr. Mirrors, Pwr. Equipment Group

A P R

APR

M O S.

PLUS

NEW 2011 FORD RANGER SPORT 4X4 Super Cab, Auto., Sport Trim, CD, Chrome Step Bar, Privacy Glass, Sliding Rear Window, Sirius Satellite Radio, Cloth Sport Bucket Seats

APR

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PLUS

M O S.

NEW 2012 FORD EDGE

, 3.7L V6, Auto., Air, 17” Alum. Wheels, Cloth Seat, ABS, 40/20/40 Split Seat, Decor Pkg., Cruise Control, Pwr. Equipment Group

Pwr. Windows, Pwr. Door Locks, Air, Advance Trac w/Roll Stability Control, Remote Keyless Entry, CD, MyFord

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2011 CH E V Y A V E O

12,450* 2007-2010 CHE V Y COBA L TS L S •L S •CP E •S DN $ 17,999*

08 CH E V Y M A L IBU CL A S S IC 2L T $ #Z25288, 39K M iles......................................

06 G M C E N V O Y S L E

08 G M C A CA DIA S L E A W D

22,995* $ 14,999*

2000 M A ZDA B3000 S E 4X4

#12026A , O nly 50K M iles.................................

#Z2611, 39K M iles........................................

2010 CHE V Y M A L IBU L T

#Z2627, O nly 14K M iles...............................

#Z2563A , 10K M iles......................................

2007 CH E V Y IM P A L A

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#Z2402, 37K M iles........................................

22,999*

08 CHE V Y S IL V E RA DO 1500 E XT CA B $ #Z2410, 4W D , O nly 33K M iles..........................

2009 P O N TIA C G 6 4DR

16,499* $ 28,995*

#11785A , 33K M iles......................................

2010 G M C S A V A N A

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10,999

#12172A , 24K M iles...................................

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07 CH E V Y CO BA L T 2DR L S

#Z2480, L ow

19,900

M iles........................................

#Z2518...................................................

12,999

07 CH E V Y M A L IBU L S

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#11892A , L ow

#11832A .................................................

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19,487 25,180* $ 12,888* $ 13,950*

#Z2619, 4x4, 1 O w ner, 43K M iles......................

2011 BU ICK L A CRO S S E CXL

06 P ON TIA C TORRE N T A W D

#12048A , Sunroof......................................

2007 FO RD F-250 RE G CA B

#12245A , 4x4, 44K M iles.............................

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2006 CH E V Y TRA IL BL A ZE R L S

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2003 BUICK CE N TURY CUS TOM S DN

#12164A , O nly 59K M iles..................................

#Z2432

#Z2600, 1 O w ner..........................................

2008 CH E V Y A V E O H /B

#11872A , 34K M iles......................................

2010 CH E V Y CO BA L T L S 4DR

#Z2615, O nly 8K M iles...................................

#Z2501..........................................................

#Z2517, 41K M iles........................................

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06 G M C CA N YO N S L RE G CA B 4X4

#Z2582 .....................................................

#Z2558

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07 G M C S IE RRA

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#12345A , 22K M iles...................................

1500 E XT CA B

#Z2585, 8 P assenger.....................................

#Z2485, O nly 25K M iles .................................

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VOLVO `95 940 STATION WAGON Looks and runs like new. Sun roof, CD loader, all power. 98,000 miles, $2,950, OBO 570-702-6023

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VOLVO 850 ‘95 WAGON Runs good, air, automatic, fair shape. $1,800. 347-693-4156

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439

CHEVY ‘30 HOTROD COUPE

150 CCs. 4,700 miles. 70 MPG. New battery & tires. $1,500; negotiable. Call 570-288-1246 or 570-328-6897

$49,000

FORD ‘76 THUNDERBIRD

All original $12,000

MERCEDES ‘76 450 SL $24,000

MERCEDES ‘29

Kit Car $9,000 (570) 655-4884 hell-of-adeal.com

CHEVY`75 CAMARO

350 V8. Original owner. Automatic transmission. Rare tuxedo silver / black vinyl top with black naugahyde interior. Never damaged. $6,000. Call 570-489-6937

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 570-455-6589

FORD ‘28 MODEL A Sport Coupe.

Rumble Seat. Professionally Restored. Ford Blue with tan canvas top. $15,225 570-339-1552 after 5:00pm

MERCEDES 1975

Good interior & exterior. Runs great! New tires. Many new parts. Moving, Must Sell. $2,300 or best offer 570-693-3263 Ask for Paul

MERCEDES-BENZ `73 450SL with Convertible

removable hard top, power windows, AM /FM radio with cassette player, CD player, automatic, 4 new tires. Champagne exterior; Italian red leather interior inside. Garage kept, excellent condition. $28,000. Call 825-6272

MERCURY `79 ZEPHYR

6 cylinder automatic. 52k original miles. Florida car. $1500. 570-899-1896

OLDSMOBILE `68 DELMONT

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HARLEY 2011 HERITAGE SOFTTAIL

Black. 1,800 miles. ABS brakes. Security System Package. $16,000 firm. SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY 570-704-6023

HARLEY DAVIDSON ‘01 Electra Glide, Ultra Classic, many chrome accessories, 13k miles, Metallic Emerald Green. Garage kept, like new condition. Includes Harley cover. $12,900 570-718-6769 570-709-4937

HARLEY DAVIDSON

• All original

45,000 miles • 350 Rocket engine • Fender skirts • Always garaged Will sell for $6,000 Serious inquires only 570690-0727

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

Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

garage kept! Golden Anniversary - silver/black. New Tires. Extras. 19,000 miles. Must Sell! $10,000. 570-639-2539

HARLEY DAVIDSON ‘05 V-ROD VRSCA

Blue pearl, excellent condition, 3,100 miles, factory alarm with extras. $10,500. or best offer. Tony 570-237-1631

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. $7,995 OBO 570-905-9348

HONDA ‘84 XL200R

interior. Remote start, cruise, AC, tilt wheel, power windows & locks, AM/FM/CD. New inspection. New tires, brakes and routers. Well maintained car. Will provide CarFax & maintenance records. $9,500 (570) 332-6728

1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

CHEVY 05 SILVERADO

2WD. Extra cab. Highway miles. Like new! $6,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

miles. Full dress. Shaft driven. Garage kept. Excellent condition. $6000. Health Problems. Call 570-654-7863

POLARIS ‘00 VICTORY CRUISER 14,000 miles,

442 RVs & Campers

FLAGSTAFF `08 CLASSIC NOW BACK IN PA.

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, , awning, microwave oven, tinted safety glass windows, fridge & many accessories & options. Excellent condition, $22,500. 570-868-6986

SUNLINE SOLARIS `91

25’ travel trailer A/C. Bunk beds. New fridge & hot water heater. Excellent condition. $3,900. 570-466-4995

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Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

FORD `90 TRUCK

CHEVY 99 SILVERADO 4X4 Auto. V8. Bargain

price! $3,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

CHRYSLER 02 TOWN & COUNTRY

V6. Like new! $5,495 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

FORD `04 EXPLORER

Eddie Bauer Edition 59,000 miles, 4 door, 3 row seats, V6, all power options, moon roof, video screen $12,999. 570-690-3995 or 570-287-0031

1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

FORD ‘97 F150 4X4 Auto. V6. New

inspection! $4,495 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

FORD ‘00 EXPLORER XLT. CD. Power

seats. Extra Clean! $3,495 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

FORD 01 F150 XLT Extra cab. 2

wheel drive. 5 speed. 6 cylinder. Like new! $5,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

FORD 02 F150 Extra Cab. 6

17’ box. Excellent running condition. Very Clean. $4,300. Call 570-287-1246

Cylinder, 5 speed. Air. 2WD. $4,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

GMC ‘98 SIERRA 3500 4WD Stake Side,

1500 Cargo Van. AWD. V8 automatic. A/C. New brakes & tires. Very clean. $10,750. Call 570-474-6028

GMC `05 SAVANA

350 V8, Auto. 75,000 miles on current engine. 12' wood bed, body, tires, interior good. Excellent running condition. New generator, starter, battery. Just tuned and inspected. $6,900. Call 570-656-1080

439

Motorcycles

BMW 2010 K1300S

Only 460 miles! Has all bells & whistles. Heated grips, 12 volt outlet, traction control, ride adjustment on the fly. Black with lite gray and red trim. comes with BMW cover, battery tender, black blue tooth helmet with FM stereo and black leather riding gloves (like new). paid $20,500. Sell for

$15,000 FIRM.

Call 570-262-0914 Leave message.

06 CHEVY COLORADO CREW CAB Z71 78K MILES. NEWER 31-10-15 HANKOOK TIRES. 4WD, AUTO, POWER WINDOWS LOCKS. TRUCK RUNS LIKE NEW. 5 CYLINDER GREAT ON GAS HAVE LEER CAP & NERF BARS AND BED LINER, CD, AIR LIGHT BLUE WITH BLUE INTERIOR. $14,500 570-575-5087 OR 570-718-1834

CADILLAC `99 ESCALADE 97k miles. Black with beige leather interior. 22” rims. Runs great. $8,500 Call 570-861-0202

CHEVY `99 SILVERADO

Auto. V6 Vortec. Standard cab. 8’ bed with liner. Dark Blue. 98,400 miles. $5,500 or best offer 570-823-8196

HARLEY DAVIDSON `03 CHEVY ‘99 BLAZER Sport utility, 4 NIGHTTRAIN door, four wheel New rear tire. Very

good condition. 23K miles. $8,500. Call 570-510-1429

drive, ABS, new inspection. $4200. 570-709-1467

Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

JEEPAuto. 04 LIBERTY V6.

Black Beauty! $6,495 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

JEEP 98 CHEROKEE SPORT

2 door. 4x4. 6 cylinder. Auto. Like new! $4,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

LEXUS `06 GX 470

1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

8,000 original miles, excellent condition. $1,000. 570-379-3713

MOTO cc. GUZZI `03 1,100 1,900

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CHEVROLET `07 EQUINOX AWD LT Maroon with gray

‘03 Dyna Wide Glide Excellent condition -

92 V-twin, 1507 cc, extras $6000. 570-883-9047

Must Sell! Appraised for $9,200

451

Cypress Pearl with ivory leather interior. Like new condition, garage kept. All service records. All options including premium audio package, rear climate control, adjustable suspension, towing package, rear spoiler, Lexus bug guard. 52,000 miles.

1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

JEEP 03 LIBERTY

4x4. Sunroof. Like new! $6,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

RANGE ROVER ‘07 SPORT Supercharged

59,000 miles, fully loaded. Impeccable service record. $36,000 570-283-1130

Building/ Construction/ Skilled Trades

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATORS

- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance - 401K - Quarterly Safety Bonus - Paid Holidays - Paid Vacation

Apply within or online: GasSearch Drilling Services Corporation 8283 Hwy 29 Montrose, PA 18801 570-278-7118 www. gassearchdrilling. com

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HIRING: HYDROVAC OPERATOR Starting rate:

$21/hour. Must be physically fit and reliable with a friendly attitude. Call Monday-Friday 1pm4pm. 570-477-5818

522

Education/ Training

$25,995

1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

MAZDA 03 MPV VAN V6. CD Player.

1 owner vehicle!! $2,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

Luzerne County Community College Position Openings Luzerne County Community College invites applications for the following positions:

*FT PROGRAM COUNSELOR (Grant funded until June 30, 2012)

NISSAN `04 -ADJUNCT FACULTY – PATHFINDER *PLUMBING TECHNOLOGY *AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY ARMADA Excellent condition. Too many options to list. Runs & looks excellent. $10,995 570-655-6132 or 570-466-8824

SUBARU `03 BAJA

Sport Utility 4 door pickup. 68K. AWD. 4 cylinder. 2.5 Litre engine. 165hp. Bedliner & cover. Premium Sound. $10,700. Call 570-474-9321 or 570-690-4877

SUZUKI `03 XL-7

85K. 4x4. Auto. Nice, clean interior. Runs good. New battery & brakes. All power. CD. $6,800 570-762-8034 570-696-5444

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.

457 Wanted to Buy Auto

ALL JUNK CAR & TRUCKS WANTED Highest Prices Paid In Cash!!! FREE REMOVAL Call V&G Anytime 288-8995

503

Accounting/ Finance

BOOKKEEPER

Part time for accounting office. Knowledge of QuickBooks, and payroll preparation necessary. Send Resume to: 561 N. Main St. Suite 2, Pittston, PA 18640

Find Your Ideal Employee! Place an ad and end the search! 570-829-7130 ask for an employment specialist

TAXWANTED PREPARERS

Part time. Knowledge of individual - partnerships - corporation tax returns. Send Resume to: 561 N. Main St. Suite 2, Pittston, PA 18640

527 Food Services/ Hospitality

For additional information on these positions or to apply please visit our web site at (www. uzerne.edu/jobs) by Friday, January 13, 2012. No phone inquires please. Candidates representing all aspects of diversity are encouraged to apply. Equal Opportunity Employer John T Sedlak, Dean of Human Resources

WELDING TEACHER

524

Engineering

SURVEYOR

Position open in survey department. Ideal candidate would be experienced/trained in survey field procedures and AutoCAD 2011 survey drafting techniques. Working knowledge of Trimble GPS Equipment, TDS Data Collection & Microsoft Office a plus. Full time position with a Dynamic firm expanding in Northeast Pa. We offer a competitive salary with full Benefits including but not limited to health insurance, paid holidays, paid vacation, 401(k) Plan, Salary commensurate with experience. Send all replies, e-mail, or fax in confidence to: Reilly Associates 49 S. Main Street, Suite 200 Pittston, PA 18640 Fax:(570) 654-6880 cgmiter@reilly engineering.com EOE/M/F/V/H

527 Food Services/ Hospitality

LINE COOK & CASHIER/WAIT STAFF

Self-motivated, clean, non-smoker, honest, personable person to work @ restaurant in center city. Please call 570-977-1437 for interview.

542

Logistics/ Transportation

SERVICE DRIVER & GENERAL LABORER For local portable

GasSearch Drilling Services Corporation is looking for the following positions:

(570) 237-1082

JEEP `03 LIBERTY

SPORT. Rare. 5 speed. 23 MPG. 102K highway miles. Silver with black interior. Immaculate condition, inside and out. Garage kept. No rust, maintenance records included. 4wd, all power. $6,900 or best offer, trades will be considered. Call 570-575-0518

509

CHEF

LINE COOKS

Experienced only Full time. Day 1 benefits - Medical, Dental, Eye. 401k program Meal plans. Apply in person from 1 p.m.- 5 p.m. Red Lobster 10 East End Center Wilkes-Barre or Apply Online at redlobster.com

533

Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair

CAR WASH STAFF WE’RE BUSY!

We have Part Time Day Shift Openings For Weekdays (9AM - 5PM or 10AM-6PM) This is fast-paced physical work requiring the ability to clean cars and make windows sparkle. If you enjoy cars, working in a first class facility and a team atmosphere, you’ll earn above average pay and free car washes. We can work around school schedules or work with your availability. Apply in person at the area’s finest car wash!

Orloski’s Wash & Lube

295 Mundy St. Behind the W.V. Mall

542

Logistics/ Transportation

DRIVERS Van drivers for

school children. Start immediately. Part time. Apply: 197 Main Street Luzerne, PA 18709 Drivers

CONTRACT DRIVERS

LOOKING TO GROW DRIVERS WANTED!

restroom company. Good pay & benefits Call 570-388-6352 Monday - Friday 8am to 4pm.

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NURSE CASE MANAGER For hospital in Wilkes-Barre Area. Full time. Email resume to rsimon@mri-corp. com or contact Rich Simon 800600-3638 ext. 300

NURSING POSITIONS RN Full-Time LPN CNA with benefits

All shifts available Apply in person to: Kingston Commons 615 Wyoming Ave. Kingston, PA 18704 570-288-5496 Or e-mail resume to: CParsons@ ageofpa.com E.O.E. Drug free workplace

PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT/ NURSE PRACTITIONER FULL TIME

A full time position is available at the Shickshinny Health Care Center, Shickshinny, PA. Please go to www.rhcnepa.com, click on: employment opportunities, then job openings. EOE M/F/V/H AA

Home daily Benefit package includes: paid holiday and vacation; health, vision, and dental coverage. Candidates must be 23 years of age with at least 2 years tractor trailer experience. Drivers paid by percentage.

572

Are you an Early Bird or a Night Owl? Adecco has Various Shifts with Pay Rates up to $9.75/hour TEMP TO HIRE REQUIREMENTS FOR CONSIDERATION: PROFESSIONAL RESUME with Solid Work History Submit to a Background and Drug Screen HS Diploma/GED Stand on Feet All Day Basic Computer Skills

Apply Today At www. adeccousa.com Or Call 570.451.3726

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DOG TRAINER

573

Warehouse

WAREHOUSE/DRIVER

Full time. Wholesale distributor requires person for delivery to retail dealers + general warehouse duties. Clean driving record required. Benefits include: Paid Health Insurance & Vacation. No Phone Calls Please Apply in person at GALLAGHER FLORAL SUPPLY 10 Gallagher Drive Plains, PA (Behind M&T Bank)

522

Education/ Training

600 FINANCIAL 610

Business Opportunities

BEER & LIQUOR LICENSE FOR SALE LUZERNE COUNTY $22,000 For More Info Call 570-332-1637 or 570-332-4686

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522

Education/ Training

Luzerne County Community College Position Opening

Per Diem

DIETARY AIDES Per Diem CNA’S

Luzerne County Community College invites applications for the following position:

Per Diem, All shifts Competitive Salary & Benefits Package Golden Living Center Summit 50 N. Pennsylvania Avenue Fax 570-825-9423 or pamela.smith2@ goldenliving.com EOE M/F/D/V

Part time position available in Forty Fort plastic surgery office. Fax resume to 570-288-4080.

566

Sales/Retail/ Business Development

INSIDE SALES / CUSTOMER SERVICE Entry level position

506 Administrative/ Clerical

West Side, semi retired & home makers welcome, will train. 570-288-8035

Job Seekers are looking here! Where's your ad? 570-829-7130 and ask for an employment specialist

Warehouse

DISTRIBUTION CLERKS WILKES-BARRE

SALES MANAGER

ACTIVITY AIDE

SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS

GENERAL

573

RN SUPERVISOR

for inside sales/customer service. Must have basic computer skills, in Word, Excel and windows based system. Will work closely with the outside sales team “Focus on Customer’s ultimate Satisfaction.” Duties to include quoting customers, entering sales orders. Knowledge of Fasteners helpful. Must be detail oriented and be able to work in a fast paced environment. Send Resume to: jkondraski@ circlebolt.com Fax to 570-718-6019

Applications can be filled out online at www.cds transportation.com or emailed to jmantik@cds transportation.com or you can apply in person at CDS Transportation Jerilyn Mantik One Passan Drive Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702 570-654-6738

Sales/Retail/ Business Development

Full Time 3-11 Monday - Friday Experience in LTC

SURGICAL TECH/ MEDICAL ASSISTANT

CDL Class A Local and OTR Routes

566

Clerical/Accounting The position requires the applicant to process accounts payable/receivable, reconcile cash receipts, billing, bank reconciliations, general clerical duties, and assist with departmental projects. Qualified candidate will have above average computer skills including the use of spreadsheet and word processing programs, strong oral and written communications skills, and excellent analytical and organizational skills. Bookkeeping experience preferred. Our company offers a competitive salary, incentive plan, and comprehensive benefits package. Send Resume to:

Lackawanna Insurance Group Human Resources Administrator Suite 600 46 Public Square Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701 FAX: 570-825-0100 EOE

Dean of Enrollment Management/Student Development For additional information on this position or to apply please visit our web site at (www.luzerne.edu/jobs) by Friday, January 13, 2012. No phone inquires please. Candidates representing all aspects of diversity are encouraged to apply. Equal Opportunity Employer John T Sedlak, Dean of Human Resources

539

Legal

539

Legal

LATONA LAW, P.C. Criminal Division

Latona Law, P.C. is expanding to include a criminal division. Applicant must have at least 3 years criminal law experience. Salary and benefits package based on experience.

Please fax resume to 570-822-5169 or Email to tlorince@epix.net NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE 545

Marketing/ Product

545

Marketing/ Product

Admissions/Business Development Director: Position available for a dynamic individual to Market a Skilled Nursing Facility to physicians and discharge planners. Responsible for developing and maintaining optimal occupancy and quality census mix as well as completing admission paperwork. This is a full-time position with benefits. Experience is required. If interested please provide resume:

Kingston Commons

Attn: Heidi Smith, NHA 615 Wyoming Avenue Kingston, PA 18704 Or email to: administrator@kingstoncommons.com E.O.E. Drug free workplace

548 Medical/Health

WE’RE HIRING Hiring for Part time/ Full time all shifts, all days, in Luzerne, Lackawanna and surrounding counties. 1 Year Experience Required.

Hiring: CNAs • RNs • LPNs • HHAs We work around your schedule.

Adults: 570-883-5600 Ask for Elizabeth

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468

Auto Parts

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.

Wanna make a speedy sale? Place your ad today 570829-7130.

700 MERCHANDISE 708

Antiques & Collectibles

$ ANTIQUES BUYING $

Old Toys, model kits, Bikes, dolls, guns, Mining Items, trains & Musical Instruments, Hess. 474-9544

468

Auto Parts

$125 EXTRA IF DRIVEN, DRAGGED OR PUSHED IN!

NOBODY Pays More 570-760-2035

Monday thru Saturday 6am-9pm • Happy Trails!

Education/ Training

522

Education/ Training

EDUCATION We are looking for qualified, dedicated individuals to join the Head Start Team: Full Time Preschool TEACHER, Edwardsville, AAS/BS Degree in Early Childhood Education REQUIRED; Part Time ASSISTANT TEACHERS, Pittston; Full Time REGIONAL NURSE, Nanticoke area. Visit our website at www.lchs.hsweb.org for more details. Qualified candidates must possess current clearances: ACT 34 PA State Police Criminal Record Check, ACT 151 Child Abuse History and FBI Fingerprints. Send resume/cover letter, 3 written letters of reference and proof of education, copy of degree/transcripts/license to LCHS, ATTN: Human Resources, PO Box 540, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18703-0540; Email LCHSHumanResources@hsweb.org; Fax #570-829-6580. E.O.E. M/F/V/H. NO PHONE CALLS.

566 Sales/Business Development

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 Apply in person to: Blake Gagliardi, Sales Manager Rick Merrick, Sales Manager

601 Kidder Street, Wilkes-Barre

Antiques & Collectibles

COINS. Walking Liberty halves, 1936D, 1939P,1939S,1938p1947p $80. 570-287-4135 YEARBOOKS: From most area schools. 1930’s to recent years. $25 and up 570-825-4721

710

Appliances

APPLIANCE PA RT S E T C .

Used appliances. Parts for all brands. 223 George Ave. Wilkes-Barre 570-820-8162 MICROWAVE GE over range, 7 months old, white, excellent condition $75. 570-474-0281 570-371-1866 Why Spend Hundreds on New or Used Appliances? Most problems with your appliances are usually simple and inexpensive to fix! Save your hard earned money, Let us take a look at it first! 30 years in the business. East Main Appliances 570-735-8271 Nanticoke

712

BUYING JUNK VEHICLES $300 AND UP

522

708

TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com

Baby Items

CRIB F.P. 3 In 1 travel tender crib or playpen $20. 570-654-4113

716

Building Materials

CERAMIC FLOOR TILE Davinci brand new, never used maui color, 12 x 12” 11 boxes of 11 tiles each. $40. 570-287-5358 DECK treated wood. you pick up FREE Harding area. 570-287-8410

720

Cemetery Plots/Lots

MEMORIAL SHRINE CEMETERY 6 Plots Available

May be Separated Rose Lawn Section $450 each 570-654-1596

MEMORIAL SHRINE

LOTS FOR SALE 6 lots available at Memorial Shrine Cemetery. $2,400. Call 717-774-1520 SERIOUS INQUIRES ONLY

724 Cellular Phones

APPLE IPHONE 4 S Brand new with

64GB Memory and Apple iPad 2, 64GB with wifi-3g this are factory unlocked with Complete accessories (Well packed & sealed in original company box) and can be used with any network provider of your choice Email: order@tradebitlimited.com or skype: wg.fields for more information.

726

Clothing

CLOTHING boys size 2T blanket sleepers; 9 total; $12. excellent condition Men’s large long sleeve dress shirts (Chaps, Eddie Bauer, Natica, Perry Ellis) excellent condition; asking $5 each 570-333-0966

COAT

KENNETH COLE Beige, size 6, hardly worn. $75. 570-855-5385 COAT men’s Columbia warm green color coat size xl $10. Girls brown London Fog jacket, hood & flowers embroided on 1 sleeve, size 7-8 asking $10. 570-650-8710

566 Sales/Business Development

726

Clothing

Designer Clothes at Discount prices. Your favorite current styles. Convenient, local fashions, with no shipping or return hassles. Wed., Fri. & Sat. 11 - 5 Thurs. 12 - 6 100 Wyoming Ave. Wyoming, PA

730

Computer Equipment & Software

LAPTOP Used Gateway P4 XP Pro 3Ghz w/1 Gig RAM, 80Gig HD, DVD Burner and 15” Screen. Loaded with Office 2007. $225. 283-2552

732

Exercise Equipment

TREADMILL Lifestyler Expanse 2000 0-10 MPH speed, 2.5 hp motor, power incline, programmable speed & incline. Paid $1,000. Sacrifice for $400. 570-675-4777

744

Furniture & Accessories

BED FRAME classic style, queen size raised panel, headboard, footboard & side rails. Black wood finish. Asking $200. assembly required, easy instructions included. 570-283-3086 BRAND NEW P-TOP QUEEN MATTRESS SET!! Still in bags! $150!! MUST SELL!! Call Steve @ 280-9628!! CAPTAIN bed, twin maple, headboard, 2 large drawers on side & 4 small in back $100. EdenPure Heater gen4 1000 very new, hardly used $100. 570-256-7943 or 570-266-9155 (cell) COMPUTER DESK oak, 25 3/4dc60 1/2 wx301/4H, removable hutch, excellent condition $200. 570-829-1454 COMPUTER DESK, like new L shaped used 2 months paid $500 sell for $200. Wood/walnut. 570-287-3934 DESK, wood computer desk , pull out keyboard tray, lower shelf to hold tower off the floor, has rollers for easy moving 31 1/2”w x 19 1/2”d x 55 1/2 “h $40. Maple 3 shelf open back book stand 9 p3/4”w x 23 1/2”l x 28 1/2”h $20. Wooden lamp with shade hangs on wall, $20. Kaz cool moisture humidifier with air cleaning filter, 20-24 hour operation, on-off switch, directional spout $15. 570-288-8689 DINING TABLES 3 2 with extensions for $35. each. 1 dark finish oval for $25. Antique dressing table $35. 570-825-3888 END TABLE $20. 570-654-4113 ENTERTAINMENT CENTER, oak, $60. Call Mark at 570301-3484 or Allison at 631-6635. ENTERTAINMENT CENTER, oak, 46” h, 40”w. Will hold up to 26” TV, has drawers & shelves, excellent condition. $50. 570-696-1703

FURNISH FOR LESS

* NELSON * * FURNITURE * * WAREHOUSE * Recliners from $299 Lift Chairs from $699 New and Used Living Room Dinettes, Bedroom 210 Division St Kingston Call 570-288-3607

566 Sales/Business Development

Part-Time Sales Positions We are seeking highly motivated, part-time sales people. The positions consist of inbound and outbound phone calls to businesses discussing websites and online marketing strategies. Performing estimates and follow up are part of the position as well. Candidate Expectations: • Team Player • High Energy • Goal Oriented • Excellent Sales and Customer Service Skills • Self-Motivated • Strong Organizational Skills We are a rapidly growing multi-media and Web design company. We are dedicated to growing the company at the local and national level and are in search of dynamic sales people to help us achieve our goals. We offer a great work environment, competitive wages and lucrative commission plan. c/o The Times Leader BOX 2870 15 North Main Street Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0250

744

Furniture & Accessories

KITCHEN SET solid light wood with white legs, excellent condition, asking $125. 570-639-3151 LAMPS (2) parlor stand up, grey metal & black. $25 each. 570-740-1246 LAMPS 2 large living room lamps, brass base with cream colored shade, brand new asking $30 each or $50 for pair. Call 570-239-9945 LAMPS set of 2 brass table lamps with cream color shades. Paid $85 each asking $50 for pair. Great condition. Call 474-0753 LOVE SEAT, white $100. Kitchen Table marble top $300. Queen Waterbed mattress & heater $100.570-655-8598

746 Garage Sales/ Estate Sales/ Flea Markets

WEST WYOMING FLEA MARKET 6th Street

OPEN SPACE YEAR ROUND

AVAILABLE INSIDE & OUT ACRES OF PARKING OUTSIDE SPACES - $10 INSIDE SPACES $60 AND UP (MONTHLY)

Saturday 10am-2pm Sunday 8am-4pm

WILKES-BARRE

MATTRESS SALE Mattress Guy

TV Armoire with lighted curio on top $75. 570-954-2712

746 Garage Sales/ Estate Sales/ Flea Markets

ASKAM

HANOVER TWP.

8 Center Street Saturday, Jan 7th 6 am - 4 pm off Middle Road. Turn on Center St. Everything must go today!

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HANOVER TOWNSHIP 599 Shawnee St

82 DIVISION STREET Sat. & Sun. Jan. 7th & 8th 9 am - 4 pm Uncommon Mansion Estate Sale of Prominent Family. From 1920 to 1990, they lived like royalty. Since then, much was left untouched. Fine Antique Furniture. Vintage Jew-elry. Significant Porcelains & China. Antique Dolls. MidCentury Decoratives & Furniture Galore. Art Glass. Crystal. Hat Vases. Couture Dresses. Antique Linen Collection. Couture Hats, Purses & more! Near Hanover Cross Rds. From Old River Rd., turn left at KFC. Left on Lee Park Ave. right on Division St. House next to corner. No early birds. SO MUCH FOR EVERYONE. NOT TO BE MISSED!

NANTICOKE

SANITIZING STEAM CLEANING SYSTEM, Hahn multi function Model MS30 numerous attachments, mint condition $75. 570-829-1454

SNOW BLOWER Ariens Model SS 322, electric start $175. 570-574-9633

TIRES 2 used Winterforce 215/70R15 tires on rims from 2000 Chevy Venture $80. 570-474-0935

SNOW THROWER Ariens 7hp electric start, tire chains, 24” cut just serviced, runs well $395. 570-636-3151

TV STAND black, glass shelves top & bottom 44”l x 22”w x 20”h, like new condition $75.654-

SNOWBLOWER ATTACHMENT 42” for the FASTATTACH lawn tractor includes chains & weights. Free to go. Used one season. 570-563-3081

762

POWER CHAIR Jazzy Select, $500. WALKER with wheels $45. 570-829-2411

758 Miscellaneous

All Junk Cars & Trucks Wanted Highest Prices Paid In CA$H FREE

include Library Table, Antique dining room set, concrete urns & bird bath, vintage doll, Carnival + other glassware, china sets, bedroom furniture, Gibson freezer, kitchen set, linens, religious pictures, rag rugs, clothes from 60's with original tags & much more!

PLYMOUTH

46 Parrish Street

SATURDAY, JAN-7 8:00-4:00

D IRECTIONS : M AIN ST TO FRANKLIN TO LEFT ON PARRISH Entire contents of home including beautiful Mahogany bedroom set, Cedar chest, furniture, glassware, kitchenware, Sony large screen TV, neon beer signs, collectible tap handles, stereo equipment and computer games, like new Fridgidaire refrigerator, washer & dryer, Christmas items, basement items & more! CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED!

Sale by Cook & Cook Estate Liquidators www.cookand cookestate liquidators.com

RAMPS pair of aluminum loading ramps for loading quad/lawn tractor, like new $100. KerSun Omni 104 kero heater 18,500 BTUs, good condition $50. 570-574-9633

ENGINE 3 HP Briggs & Stratton engine in good condition mounted on a 2 wheel sprayer with hose & nozzle that needs work. $75. 570-693-1918

Medical Equipment

570-574-1275 BEDLINER & tailgate cover, 5 star, over rail, 7’ bed, great condition, off 83 Ranger, fits others, White Haven. $50. 570-443-9766 BEDLINER: 89 Chevy S10 truck bedliner, standard 6’ cab $15. Battery charger 6/12 volt, 2/6 amp, new $25. Chevy small block headers with gaskets $20 both. Holley 4 barrel carb 600 cfm rebuilt $90. Gong Show movie DVD $10. Large frameless mirror 36”X42” $40. 5 storm windows $15. 570-740-1246 BEDROOM SET Thomasville 7 drawer bureau with mirror, 2 matching night stands $300. obo 570-994-7921 CANES & walking/ hiking sticks made from slippery maple trees, different shapes & sizes, 30+ available $4 & $5. each. CHRISTMAS ITEMS & household items over 200 available, flowers, vases, wreaths, lights, glasses, knick-knacks, lamps, candles, 4 piece luggage set, electric watches, belt trimmer all for $55. 570-735-2081.

Musical Instruments

PIANO/UPRIGHT FREE. MOVING 570-479-1810

776 Sporting Goods BIKE ProForm XP70 exercise bike & Proform 675 cardiocross trainer elliptical both like new. $75. each. 570- 696-9979 EVERLAST HEAVY BAG with chain $40. 570-954-2712 FOOSEBALL TABLE, very good condition, $75. OBO. 570-262-7923 GOLF CLUBS Callaway X-20 Flighted 5.5 iron set 4-PW steel shafts $125 Ben Hogan BH-5 iron set 3-PW graphite shafts $75. Taylor Made Burner 2.0, 6 iron, new. $35.498-4556 Snowboard Millennium 3 with Bindings with Burton snow board boots, size 9. $199. Nike Mercurial’s Soccer Spikes size 10 paid $159 will sell $50. Call Mark at 570-3013484 or Allison at 631-6635. TONY LITTLE AB lounge extreme paid $160. sell $90. still in box.288-9889

780

Televisions/ Accessories

TELEVISION: GE. 28” works good, needs remote $80. 570-740-1246 TV BRACKETS, wall mount, 1 holds large set $39. 1 for smaller set $29. 570-636-3151 TV Phillips 32” HD wide screen, flat front, tube $50. 570-696-0187 TVS 36” Super Scan color TV measuring 34” W, 29 1/2” H, 25” D manufactured by Sears $75. 14” RCA color TV $20. 14 w X 13” h X 14” D. 570-288-8689

792

Video Equipment

BLU-RAY PLAYERS with streaming video, wifi, remote, manual, 1 Sony, 1 Sharp $25 each. Curtis 13.3” LCD TV remote, manual $20 Both like new. 570-833-2598

Line up a place to live in classified! 794 CARRIER Sears Black X-Cargo Sport 20 car top carrier with lock and key. Measures 67 1/2 x 26 1/4 x 20 1/4. Excellent condition. Asking $125. 570-829-4776

794

Video Game Systems/Games

Wii - (2) Bowling Balls, brand new $5 each. CHARGER, Nyko for Wii, 4 ports with batteries and covers. Like new $15. 570-693

Video Game Systems/Games

XBOX 360 firmware installed. 4 games included-$350. DVD player Toshiba, remote excellent condition $15. 570-472-1646

522

Education/ Training

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522

Education/ Training

794

Video Game Systems/Games

RAGE Anarchy Edition for PS3. Brand new in factory packaging. Comes with 2 codes to download Wasteland sewer mission & Anarchy Edition Pack $50. 570-793-7085

796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise

PAYING TOP DOLLAR

Education

for Your Gold, Silver, Scrap Jewelry, Sterling Flatware, Diamonds, Old High School Rings, Foreign & American Paper Money & Coins. WE WILL BEAT PRICES! We Buy Tin and Iron Toys, Vintage Coke Machines, Vintage Brass, Cash Registers, Old Costume Jewelry, Slot Machines, Lionel Trains & Antique Firearms. IF YOU THINK IT’S OLD BRING IT IN, WE WILL GIVE YOU A PRICE. COME SEE US AT 134 RTE. 11, Larksville 570-855-7197 570-328-3428

McCann School of Business & Technology is seeking immediate part-time day/evening Instructors at our New Wilkes-Barre Campus for the following programs: •SPEECH/ORAL COMMUNICATIONS •PSYCHOLOGY Master’s Degree Required.

Please send resume to: Giovanni.Sealey@mccann.edu No Phone Calls please

548 Medical/Health

The Video Game Store 28 S. Main W.B. Open Mon- Sat, 12pm – 6pm 570-822-9929 / 570-941-9908

Do you wake up every day excited about what you do for a living? Did you become a Caregiver because you have a true calling to care for those who need help? If you answered yes, call Visiting Angels today! We have opportunities for you.

POPCORN BUTTER SERVER automatic $295. 570-636-3151

Machinery & Equipment

754

PICKUP

27 W.GROVE STREET SATURDAY 9 - 3PM Entire Estate to

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906 Homes for Sale

ALDEN

DALLAS

1100 Walnut Street Great starter or investment home. Nice neighborhood. Property sold in as is condition. MLS#11-215. $23,000 (570) 885-6731 (570) 288-0770

1360 Lower Demunds Rd. A grand entrance leads you to this stunning Craftsman style home on 11+ acres complete with pond, stream & rolling meadows. This dramatic home is in pristine condition. The 2 story great room with stone fireplace & warm wood walls is one of the focal points of this home. Offers modern kitchen/baths, formal dining room & family room. Recently built 3 car garage with guest quarters above is a plus. You’ll spend many hours on the large wrap around porch this Fall, Spring & Summer overlooking your estate. Rarely does a home like this come on the market. MLS# 11-1741. $499,000 Call Barbara Metcalf 570-696-0883

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY, JAN. 8 1:00 - 3:00 56 Wyoming Ave Well maintained 4 bed, 2 bath home located on large .85 acre lot. Features open floor plan, heated 3 season room with hot tub, 1st floor laundry, 2 car garage and much more. 11-3641 $179,500 Call Jim Banos COLDWELL BANKER RUNDLE REAL ESTATE 570-991-1883

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3 bedroom, 1 bath 2 story in good location. Fenced yard with 2 car detached garage. Large attic for storage. Gas heat. $79,900 Call Ruth Smith 570-696-1195 or 570-696-5411

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314 Packer St. Remodeled 3 bedroom with 2 baths, master bedroom and laundry on 1st floor. New siding and shingles. New kitchen. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3174 $99,900 Call Tom 570-262-7716

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138 White Birch Ln Charming two story on nice lot features, living room, dining room with hardwoods, modern Oak kitchen, first floor family room, 4 large bedrooms, 2 full & 2 half baths. Deck overlooking level rear yard. 2 car garage. Gas heat, Central air. (11-3115) $310,000 Call Kevin Smith 570-696-5422

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DUPONT

167 Center St. 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath 2 story home with garage and driveway. Newer kitchen and bath. For more info and phot os visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3561 Price reduced $64,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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1140 SPRING ST. Large 3 bedroom home with new roof, replacement windows, hardwood floors. Great location! For more information and photos visit: www. atlasrealtyinc.com. MLS 11-2636 $99,900 Call Tom 570-262-7716

DURYEA 314 Edward St

DURYEA REDUCED Wonderful neighborhood, 4 bedroom, 10 year old home has it all!. Extra room on first floor, great for mother in law suite or rec room. Modern oak kitchen, living room, central air, in ground pool, fenced yard, attached 2 car garage. Great home! For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com 11-3732. $239,900 Call Nancy Bohn 570-237-0752

DURYEA

548 ADAMS ST. Charming, well maintained 3 bedroom, 1 bath home located on a quiet street near Blueberry Hills development. Features modern kitchen with breakfast bar, formal dining room, family room with gas stove, hardwood floors in bedrooms, deck, fenced yard and shed. MLS#11-2947 $107,500 Karen Ryan 283-9100 x14

DALLAS

23 Rice Court If you've reached the top, live there in this stunning 3,900 sq. ft., 4 bedroom, 4 bath home in a great neighborhood. Offers formal living room, dining room, 2 family rooms, florida room, and kitchen any true chef would adore. Picture perfect condition. The basement is heated by a separate system. SELLER PROVIDING HOME WARRANTY. MLS#11-1005 $349,900 Call Barbara Metcalf 570-696-0883

805-807 Main St. MultiS-Family. Large side by side double with separate utilities. 3 bedrooms each side with newer carpet, replacement windows and newer roof. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 11-3054 $89,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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548 Green St. Are you renting?? The monthly mortgage on this house could be under $500 for qualified buyers. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, 1st floor laundry. Off street parking, deep lot, low taxes. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3983 $69,900 Call Tom 570-262-7716

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38 Huckleberry Ln Blueberry Hills 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, family room with fireplace, 2 car garage, large yard. Master bath with separate jetted tub, kitchen with stainless steel appliances and island, lighted deck. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 11-3071 $319,000 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

EDWARDSVILLE 192 Hillside Ave

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EXETER

FORY FORT

274 Hillside Ave. PRICED TO SELL. THIS HOME IS A MUST SEE. Great starter home in move in condition. Newer 1/2 bath off kitchen & replacement windows installed. MLS11-560. $52,000 Roger Nenni EXT. 32 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 EDWARDSVILLE

122-124 SHORT ST. OUT OF THE FLOOD ZONE! Very nice double-block on a quiet street. Good income property for an investor or live in one side & rent the other to help with a mortgage. #122 has living room, dining room, kitchen, 2 bedrooms and a full bath. #124 has living room, dining room, kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths & a family room with free-standing fireplace. Off-street parking on one side. Taxes are currently $1,516 on assessed value of $68,700. MLS#11-3694 PRICE REDUCED TO $59,900 Mary Ellen & Walter Belchick 570-696-6566

EXETER 1021 Wyoming Ave

2 unit duplex, 2nd floor tenant occupied, 1st floor unoccupied, great rental potential. Separate entrances to units, one gas furnace, new electrical with separate meters for each unit. The 1st floor apartment when rented out generated $550 per month. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com 11-4247. $52,000 Call Nancy Bohn 570-237-0752

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362 Susquehanna Ave Completely remodeled, spectacular, 2 story Victorian home, with 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, new rear deck, full front porch, tiled baths and kitchen, granite countertops, all Cherry hardwood floors throughout, all new stainless steel appliances and lighting, new oil furnace, washer dryer in first floor bath. Great neighborhood, nice yard. $174,900 (30 year loan, $8,750 down, $887/month, 30 years @ 4.5%) 100% OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE Call Bob at 570-654-1490

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EXETER REDUCED

128 JEAN ST. Nice bi-level home on quiet street. Updated exterior. Large family room, extra deep lot. 2 car garage, enclosed rear porch and covered patio. For more information and photos visit: www. atlasrealtyinc.com MLS 11-2850 $179,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

EXETER REDUCED

908 Primrose Court Move right into this newer 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath Townhome with many upgrades including hardwood floors throughout and tiled bathrooms. Lovely oak cabinets in the kitchen, central air, fenced in yard, nice quiet neighborhood. MLS 11-2446 $119,900 Call Don Crossin 570-288-0770 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-287-0770

400 Shrine View Elegant & classic stone & wood frame traditional in superb location overlooking adjacent Irem Temple Country Club golf course. Living room with beamed ceiling & fireplace; large formal dining room; cherry paneled sunroom; 4 bedrooms with 3 full baths & 2 powder rooms. Oversized in-ground pool. Paved, circular drive. $550,000 MLS# 11-939 Call Joe Moore 570-288-1401

263 Lawrence St Recently updated, this 4 bedroom home offers modern kitchen with Oak cabinets, 2 baths, deck with a beautiful view of the Valley, fenced in yard and finished lower level. All appliances included. A must see. MLS#11-4434 $ 92,000 Call Christina @ (570) 714-9235

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187 South Street 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, modern kitchen, security system, beautifully landscaped patio, pond & above ground pool. Great neighborhood! Close to major highways. MLS #11-2370 $124,500 Call Debra at 570-714-9251

HANOVER TWP Modern 3 bedroom. 1 1/2 bath. Driveway. Gas heat. Lease. No pets. No smoking. $750 + utilities. Call Ann Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

(570) 288-6654 HANOVER TWP. 10 Lyndwood Ave

3 Bedroom 1.5 bath ranch with new windows hardwood floors finished basement 2 car garage and a finished basement. MLS 11-3610 $154,900 Call Pat Guesto 570-793-4055 CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE PROPERTIES 570-675-5100

27 Spring St Great home. Great location. Great condition. Great Price. MLS#11-4370 $54,900 Call Al Clemont 570-371-9381

Smith Hourigan Group 570-714-6119 HANOVER TWP.

Great starter home in a great neighborhood, off street parking, upgraded electric, newer roof, replacement windows & 2nd floor laundry. MLS 10-4130 Call Arlene Warunek 570-650-4169

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44 Orchard St. 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath single, modern kitchen with appliances, sunroom, hardwood floors on 1st and 2nd floor. Gas heat, large yard, OSP. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-1866 $137,999 Call Lu-Ann 570-602-9280

311 Lockville Rd Stately brick 2 story, with in-ground pool, covered patio, finished basement, fireplace, wood stove 3 car attached garage, 5 car detached garage with apartment above. MLS#11-1242 $719,000 Call Joe or Donna, 613-9080

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476 Wyoming St. Nice 3 bedroom single home. Gas heat. COnvenient location. To settle estate. Reduced to $34,900 Call Jim for details

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HANOVER TWP.

FORTY FORT 4 Sunset Court

Must see! Located in a private cul-desac. Large enclosed front porch, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 car garage. REDUCED! $139,000 MLS 11-2824

EDWARDSVILLE 619 Foote Ave. Fabulous Ranch home with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, ultra modern kitchen with granite counters, heated tile floor and stainless appliances. Dining room has Brazilian cherry floors, huge yard, garage and large yard. Partially finished lower level. If you’re looking for a Ranch, don’t miss this one. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 11-4079 $159,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

Great Walnut street location. 8 rooms, 4 bedrooms. wall to wall carpet. Gas heat. 2 car garage. Deck & enclosed porch. MLS 11-2833 $99,500 Besecker Realty 570-675-3611

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Nice income property conveniently located. Property has many upgrades including all new replacement windows, very well maintained. All units occupied, separate utilities. For more info and photos visit:www.atlas realtyinc.com 11-3283. $89,900 Call Nancy Bohn 570-237-0752

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65 W Pettebone St. Beautiful remodeled home in desirable neighborhood. 4 bed, 3 bath, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, deck, private driveway with 2 car garage A must see. $163,000 RENT TO OWN OPTION AVAILABLE 570-881-8493

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577 Nanticoke St. Well maintained 3 bedroom, 2 story home in quiet neighborhood. This home features an enclosed patio with hot tub, enclosed front porch, walk up floored attic with electric. 2 coal stoves and much more. All measurements approximate. MLS 10-4645. $80,900 Debbie McGuire 570-332-4413 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-287-0770

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HANOVER TWP.

KINGSTON

94 Ferry Road Nice vinyl sided 2 story situated on a great corner fenced lot in Hanover Twp. 2 bedrooms, 2 modern baths, additional finished space in basement for 2 more bedrooms or office/ playrooms. Attached 2 car garage connected by a 9x20 breezeway which could be a great entertaining area! Above ground pool, gas fireplace, gas heat, newer roof and “All Dri” system installed in basement. MLS #11626. $119,900 Mark R. Mason 570-331-0982 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

* NEW LISTING! * 3-story home with 4 car garage. Hardwood floors, sun parlor with magnificent leaded glass windows, 4 bedrooms, eat-in kitchen with pantry, formal dining room, gas heat. MLS #11-4133 $84,500 Maribeth Jones 570-696-6565

Awesome Kingston Cape on a great street! Close to schools, library, shopping, etc. Newer gas furnace and water heater. Replacement windows, hardwood flooring, recently remodeled kitchen with subway tiled backsplash. Alarm system for your protection and much more. MLS #11-1577 $154,900. Call Pat Busch (570) 885-4165

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95 Pulaski St. Large home on nice sized lot. Newer windows, walk up attic. 3 bedrooms, nice room sizes, walk out basement. Great price you could move right in. For more info and photos visit: www. atlasrealtyinc.com MLS 11-4554 $39,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

HANOVER TWP.

Fantastic view from the deck and patio of this 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath vinyl sided 2 story home. Four years young with so many extras. A dream home! MLS# 11-2429 $299,900 Call Florence 570-715-7737

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322 Spring Street Out of the flood area. 2 family home. One with 2 bedrooms, the other with 3 bedrooms. Needs TLC. 50x125ft lot. Walking distance to schools grade 7-12, kindergarten & 1st. Reduced to $45,000.

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HANOVER TWP.

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HANOVER TWP. REDUCED

5 Raymond Drive Practically new 8 year old Bi-level with 4 bedrooms, 1 and 3/4 baths, garage, fenced yard, private dead end street. For more info and photos visit: www. atlasrealtyinc.com MLS 11-3422 $175,000 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

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Pole 165 Lakeside Drive A truly unique home! 7,300 sq.ft. of living on 3 floors with 168' of lake frontage with boathouse. Expansive living room; dining room, front room all with fireplaces. Coffered ceiling; modern oak kitchen with breakfast room; Florida room; study & 3 room & bath suite. 5 bedrooms & 4 baths on 2nd. Lounge, bedroom, bath, exercise room & loft on 3rd floor. In-ground pool & 2story pool house. Air on 3rd floor. $1,149,000 MLS# 10-1268 Call Joe Moore 570-288-1401

HUGHESTOWN REDUCED

189 Rock St. Spacious home with 4 bedrooms and large rooms. Nice old woodwork, staircase, etc. Extra lot for parking off Kenley St. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3404 $99,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

HUGHESTOWN REDUCED

220 Wright Ave Modern 3 bedroom rancher. Woodburning fireplace in living room. Gas heat. Central air conditioning. Aluminum siding. Newer roof. Nice yard. Extras. (FHA financing: $3,497 down, $572 month, 4.25% interest, 30 years.) Seller willing to assist with buyer's closing costs, up to 6% of purchase price! MLS 11-4225 $99,900 Bob Kopec HUMFORD REALTY 570-822-5126 KINGSTON

38 W. Walnut St. Charming 4/5 bedroom with 1.5 baths. Beautifully appointed kitchen w/granite counter tops, cherry cabinets and hardwood floors. Gas fireplace in living room, leaded glass windows in living room and dining room. Nice back deck, 2 car garage and 4 season front porch. MLS 11-4103 $179,900 Jay A. Crossin EXT. 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 KINGSTON

431 Chestnut Ave. Charming 2 story single family home with upgrades, including new kitchen cabinets, furnace, hot water heater, 200 amp electric, 2 car detached garage. Walk up attic for additional storage space. MLS 11-4106 $129,900 Jay A. Crossin EXT 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 KINGSTON 68 Bennett St

This 2 story, 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath home is in the desired location of Jenkins Township. Sellers were in process of updating the home so a little TLC can go a long way. Nice yard. Motivated sellers. MLS 11-2191 $89,900 Call Karen Coldwell Banker Rundle Real Estate 570-474-2340

JENKINS TWP.

475 S. Main St. 3 bedroom, 1 bath, 2 story home with vinyl replacement windows, vinyl siding, large yard and off street parking. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3545 Price reduced $64,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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76 N. Dawes Ave. Use your income tax rebate for a downpayment on this great home with modern kitchen with granite counters, 2 large bedrooms, attached garage, full basement could be finished, sun porch overlooks great semi private yard. A great house in a great location! Come see it! . For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-41 $119,900 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

KINGSTON

REDUCED! 40 N. Landon St. Residential area, 4 bedroom plus 2 in attic totaling 6. 1 1/2 baths. Half block from schools. All new rugs and appliances, laundry room, two car garage, off street parking, $119,900. Call 570-829-0847

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177 Third Ave. Neat as a pin! 3 bedroom, 2.5 baths, end unit townhome with nice fenced yard. Bright Spacious kitchen, main level family room, deck w/ retractable awning. Gas heat/central air, pull down attic for storage and 1 car garage. Very affordable townhome in great central location! MLS 11-1282 $134,500 Mark R. Mason 570-331-0982 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

KINGSTON SALE BY OWNER!

Charming, well maintained. Front porch, foyer, hardwood floors, granite kitchen, 4 bedrooms, living room/large dining room, 2 fireplaces, 2.5 baths, sun room, basement with plenty of storage. Private English style back yard. $195,000 570-472-1110 KINGSTON

Great duplex on nice street. Many upgrades including modern kitchens and baths, plus ceiling fans. Both units occupied,separate utilities. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com 11-3284. $74,900 Call Nancy Bohn 570-237-0752

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Completely remodeled, mint, turn key condition, 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, large closets, with hardwood, carpet & tile floors, new kitchen & baths, gas heat, shed, large yard. $134,900, seller will pay closing costs, $5000 down and monthly payments are $995 / month. Financing available. Call Bob at 570-654-1490

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210 Beechwood Dr Rare brick & vinyl tri-level featuring 8 rooms, 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, family room with fireplace, rear patio, sprinkler system, alarm system & central air. MLS#11-2819 $199,000 CALL DONNA 570-613-9080

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168 Mill St. Large 3 bedroom home with 2 full baths. 7 rooms on nice lot with above ground pool. 1 car garage. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3894 $89,900 Tom Salvaggio 570-262-7716

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Lovely brick ranch home in great development. 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. All hardwood floors, brand new roof. 2 family rooms suitable for mini apartment. 1st floor laundry, sunroom, central air, alarm system, 1 car garage and electric chair lift to lower level. Very good condition. 11-2437 $200,000 Call Nancy Answini 570-237-5999 JOSEPH P. GILROY REAL ESTATE 570-288-1444 LAFLIN

NEW LISTING 13 Fordham Road Totally remodeled custom brick ranch in Oakwood Park. This home features an open floor plan with hardwood floors, 2 fireplaces, kitchen, formal living & dining rooms, family room, 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, office with private entrance, laundry room on first floor, tons of closets and storage areas, walk-up attic, great finished basement with fireplace, builtin grill, in-ground pool, cabana with half bath, an oversized 2-car garage & a security system. Renovations include new: windows, gas furnace, central air, electrical service, hardwood floors, Berber carpeting, freshly painted, updated bathrooms & much, much, more. $399,700 Call Donna 570-613-9080

Private country living, with easy access to interstate. Relax and enjoy this comfortable A-Frame home. Jacuzzi, large deck & gorgeous pond. Great for entertaining inside and out. For more photos and info visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3285 $249,900 Call Nancy Bohn 570-237-0752

130 CHURCH ROAD The feel of a true colonial home with double entry doors off the foyer into the living room and dining room. Spacious kitchen breakfast area, family room leading to a fenced rear yard. 3-season room with cathedral ceiling. Hardwood floors, fireplace, recently remodeled 2.5 bath and 2-car garage. Located on 3.77 acres, all the privacy of country living yet conveniently located. MLS#11-2600 PRICE REDUCED $183,900 Jill Jones 696-6550

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803 Aspen Drive Brand new carpet in lower level family room! Hardwood on 1st floor dining room, living room, bedrooms & hall! Large rear deck. Master bedroom opens to deck! Private rear yard! Basement door opens to garage. MLS #11-2282 $199,000 Jim Graham at 570-715-9323

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182 Robert Street Nice single or duplex. Gas heat. Detached garage. This home is “high and dry”, and available for immediate occupancy. Call Jim for details. Affordable @ $104,900 TOWNE & COUNTRY R.E. 570-735-8932 570-542-5708

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Greystone Manor. Ten year old home with attached apartment. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. Kitchen, living room, dining room & den. Apartment has 1 bedroom, bath, living room, dining room, private entrance. 3 car garage, front porch, large decks. Total 2,840 square feet. On cul-de-sac. Call BOB RUNDLE for appointment.

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East Noble Street Nice two family on the east side. Gas heat. Detached 2 car garage. Affordable @ $69,500. Call Jim for details TOWNE & COUNTRY R.E. CO. 570-735-8932 570-542-5708

330 Charles St. Very nice 2 bedroom home in move in condition with updated kitchen and baths. Nice yard with shed and potential off street parking. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3525 $59,900 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

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214 Elizabeth St. Cozy 3 bedroom home tastefully done. Separate 1st floor laundry, lots of storage, vinyl siding, replacement windows. 1 full bath and 2 - 1/2 baths. Finished bonus room in basement MLS 11-4172 $79,900 David Krolikowski 570-288-0770 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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92 Tompkins Street Totally remodeled 2-story; 7 rooms, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2-car garage, deck, rear fence. MLS# 11-2770 NEW PRICE! $99,900 CALL JOE OR DONNA 570-613-9080

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38 Frothingham St. Four square home with loads of potential and needs updating but is priced to reflect its condition. Nice neighborhood. Check it out. For more info and photos visit: www. atlasrealtyinc.com MLS 11-3403 $62,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

25 Shea St CAPE ANN: Large & Bright, 3 bedrooms, eat-in kitchen, Carrara glass bathroom, finished lower level, family room (knotty pine) with bar. Oil heat, very large lot. Estate. View the mountains from the front porch. #112970. BIG REDUCTION! NEW PRICE $89,000 Go To The Top... Call JANE KOPP REAL ESTATE 570-288-7481

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993 Sunrise Dr. Horizon Estates Fabulous end unit townhome provides luxurious, carefree living. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths with 1st floor master suite. Ultra kitchen with granite and stainless appliances. Dining room with built in cabinet. 2 story living room with gas fireplace and hardwood. 2 car garage, maintenance free deck, nice yard that can be fenced. Low HOA fee for snow removal and grass cutting. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3488 $289,900 Call Terry 570-885-3041 Angie 570-885-4896

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31 Tedrick St. Very nice 3 bedroom with 1 bath. This house was loved and you can tell. Come see for yourself, super clean home with nice curb appeal. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3544 Reduced to $79,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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95 William St. 1/2 double home with more square footage than most single family homes. 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, ultra modern kitchen and remodeled baths. Super clean. For more information and photos visit www.atlas realtyinc. com MLS 11-2120 $54,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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10 Norman St. Brick 2 story home with 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, large family room with fireplace. Lower level rec room, large driveway for plenty of parking. Just off the by-pass with easy access to all major highways. For more info and photos visit: www. atlasrealtyinc.com. MLS 11-2887 $164,900 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

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2 bedroom, 2.5 bath. Luxury 1,950 sq ft end unit Townhome in sought after River Ridge. Gas heat, CAC, Hardwood & wall to wall. Marble tile master bath with jetted tub & separate shower. $199,500 Call 570-285-5119 PLAINS

3 bedroom, 2 bath bi-level in good condition with 2 car garage, eat-in kitchen and living room/dining room combo. Lower level has framed out family room with brick fireplace. Very nice lot. Electric base board heat. $139,900 Call Ruth Smith 570-696-1195 or 570-696-5411

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459 Bennett St. Very nice 5 bedroom, 2 story home in nice area of Luzerne. Off street parking for 4 cars. 1st floor master bedroom & laundry. Replacement windows on 2nd floor. 5 year young full bath. Modern kitchen w/breakfast bar, oak cabinets. Basement always DRY! All measurements approximate MLS11-3745 $122,900 Debbie McGuire 570-332-4413 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

Meticulously maintained ranch home in convenient Mountain Top location. Features include 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, charming foyer entrance, bright & beautiful living room, dining room opens to modern eat-in kitchen, new sun room addition, large family room, manicured lawn with beautiful hardscape in front. Large shed, large unfinished basement with half bath. MLS#11-3607 $159,900 Chris Jones 570-696-6558

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10 Garfield St. Looking for a Ranch??? Check out this double wide with attached 2 car garage on a permanent foundation. Large master bedroom suite with large living room, family room with fireplace, 2 full baths, laundry room, formal dining room, vaulted ceilings throughout and MORE! For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 10-2463 $89,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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63 Clarks Lane 3 story Townhome with 2 bedrooms, 3 baths, plenty of storage with 2 car built in garage. Modern kitchen and baths, large room sizes and deck. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 11-4567 $144,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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74 W. Carey St. Affordable home with 1 bedroom, large living room, stackable washer & dryer, eat in kitchen. Yard with shed. Low taxes. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-4068

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MOUNTAIN TOP Laurel Lakes Section. Beautiful colonial on 2 private acres. 4 bedrooms, large kitchen, big family room with fireplace and builtins, spacious living room and dining room, 2.5 baths, oversized 3 car garage. Priced to sell at $279,000. Call 610-295-9550.

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MOSCOW 331 Gudz Road 5 Rooms, 3 bedrooms, 1 bath; central air, rear patio; 1-car garage all on a fenced lot. $139,900 Call Donna 570-613-9080

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LUZERNE 290 REYNOLDS ST. KINGSTON PRICE REDUCED! Brick front 2-story in a desirable Kingston neighborhood. 4 bedrooms, 3 baths will give you all the room you need for family, guests or just room to spread out! The living room has a fireplace to enjoy a cozy evening, formal dining room & large eat-in kitchen for family dinners or a quiet morning breakfast. Many upgrades were done by the owner prior to listing and the house is freshly painted inside and the carpets were cleaned. All you need to do is move in and enjoy the upcoming holidays and many more years. Call today for an appointment. For more information and photos, go to prudentialreal estate.com and enter PRU2A8T2 in the “Home Search”. Price Reduced to $148,900. The seller is motivated and says “Make me an offer”. MLS#11-364 Reduced to $148,900 Mary Ellen Belchick 696-6566

You will be impressed by this well kept 3 bedroom charmer with intown location. Large fenced yard & 2 tiered deck-great for entertaining. Large, bright eat-in kitchen, spacious family room with fireplace & new carpet in master bedroom and hall. 1 car garage & shed. MLS# 11-1623 $109,900. Michael Slacktish 570-760-4961

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2 story in good condition with 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath, eat-in kitchen, 2 car garage, fenced yard & new gas heat. REDUCED TO $39,000 Call Ruth Smith 570-696-1195 or 570-696-5411

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20 Fairlawn Dr. Stauffer Heights Brick front Ranch home with 3 bedrooms. Kitchen & living room are on the lower level with walk out access. Good solid home with large room. Needs to be updated and being sold As-is. MLS 11-4494 $99,000 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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Well maintained double block on quiet street, great neighborhood. Perfect home for you with one side paying most of your mortgage, or would make a good investment, with separate utilities & great rents. Vinyl replacement windows, vinyl aluminum siding, walk up large attic from one side, lower front & rear porches, with two rear upper enclosed porches. $119,900 Call Ronnie 570-262-4838

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1610 Westminster Road. DRASTIC PRICE REDUCTION Paradise found! Your own personal retreat, small pond in front of yard, private setting only minutes from everything. Log cabin chalet with 3 bedrooms, loft, stone fireplace, hardwood floors. Detached garage with bonus room. Lots to see. Watch the snow fall in your own “cabin in the woods.” For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 11-319 $279,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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Don’t miss this spacious 2 story, with a 17 x 11 Living room, formal dining room, eat in kitchen plus ½ bath on the first floor & 2 bedrooms & bath on 2nd floor. Extras include an enclosed patio and a detached garage. Reasonably priced at REDUCED! $34,900. MLS 11-2653 Ann Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

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350 Union St. Residential and commercial zone this property would make a perfect spot for your place of business. Zone B-3 highway business. See residential list #11-3569 for additional info and photos.MLS 11-3788 $67,500 Jay A. Crossin EXT. 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

SCRANTON

Nice country bi-level on 40 acres with 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, kitchen, living room, family room, office & laundry room plus attached oversized 2 car garage with workshop, rear deck & 3 sheds. Borders state game lands. MLS 11-1094. $319,900 FIVE MOUNTAINS REALTY 570-542-2141 SWOYERSVILLE

950 Center St. Unique property. Well maintained - 2 story 10 year old set on 3.56 acres. Privacy galore, pole barn 30x56 heated for storage of equipment, cars or boats. A must see property. GEO Thermal Heating System.Only 10 minutes from interstate 81 & 15 minutes to turnpike. MLS#10-3802 $249,900 Call Geri 570-696-0888

RUNDLE STREET

18 Atlantic Ave. Large 2 story home with 2 baths, attached garage. Being sold as-is. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-4475 $59,900 Call Tom 570-262-7718

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WAPWALLOPEN 359 Pond Hill Mountain Road

Nice ranch in very well maintained, quiet neighborhood with finished basement, hardwood floors, and big, fenced back yard with deck. REDUCED PRICE $94,900 MLS# 11-4025 Joseph P Gilroy Real Estate (570) 288-1444 Ask for Holly Kozlowski (570) 814-6763

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Enjoy the quiet life in this spacious 3 bedroom home on double lot. Features hardwood floor in dining room, covered patio, oversized 2 car garage, family room with fireplace & finished, walk out basement with another fireplace. MLS# 11-1873 $160,000 Michael Slacktish 570-760-4961

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* NEW LISTING! * Great space in this 2-story coveted Dallas neighborhood! Lots of oak on 1st floor, door, moldings, kitchen, beams; finished basement, 3-season room, bonus room on 2nd floor with computer nook. 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 2 half baths, office on 1st floor, dual heat/air units. MLS#11-4064 $349,900 Maribeth Jones 570-696-6565

120 Barber Street Nice ranch home! Great neighborhood. MLS#11-3365 $109,000 (570) 885-6731 (570) 288-0770

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Beautiful 2 story, 3 bedroom home. Modern kitchen & bath. Nice yard. Gas heat. $69,900. Call 100% OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE Call Bob at 570-654-1490

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52 Barber Street Beautifully remodeled 3 bedroom, 1 bath home in the heart of the town. With new carpets, paint, windows, doors and a modern kitchen and bath. Sale includes all appliances: refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, washer and dryer. Nice yard and superb neighborhood. Priced to sell at $89,900 or $433.00 per month (bank rate; 30 years, 4.25%, 20% down). Owner also willing to finance 100% of transaction with a qualified cosigner Call Bob at 570-654-1490

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408 Cragle Hill Rd. This is a very well kept Ranch home on 6 acres, central air, rear patio and 1 car garage. This is a 3 parcel listing. MLS 11-4273 $157,900 Jackie Roman 570-288-0770 Ext. 39 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, Cathedral ceilings, hardwood floors, gas heat, Central Air, master bath with whirlpool tub & shower, lovely landscaped fenced yard, 1 car garage. Great Location. MLS#11-3533 Call Nancy Palumbo 570-714-9240

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4 bedroom home features a great yard with over 2 acres of property. Situated across from a playground. Needs some TLC but come take a look, you wouldn’t want to miss out. There is a pond at the far end of the property that is used by all surrounding neighbors. This is an estate and is being sold as is. No sellers property disclosure. Will entertain offers in order to settle estate. MLS 11-962 $64,900 Call Karen Coldwell Banker Rundle Real Estate 570-474-2340

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Lily Lake, 2 Circle Ave Charming & beautiful remodeled cottage on 1/3 acre landscaped corner lot. Approx 200 ft from lake - great view! 1,072 sf. Enlarged bedroom, bath & office. Shed. Choice of electric baseboard, wood or coal. Quiet, peaceful and serene neighborhood. Includes row boat & kayak. www.lakehouse.com Ad #250771 $110,000. Call Harold or April (570) 379-2909

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321 Franklin St. Great 2 bedroom starter home in the “Garden Village”. Brand new flooring throughout, fresh paint, vinyl siding and replacement windows. Newer electric service, eat in kitchen w/breakfast bar. 1st floor laundry room and off street parking. MLS 11-2302 $89,500 Mark R. Mason 570-331-0982 CROSSING REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 WEST WYOMING

438 Tripp St

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Completely remodeled home with everything new. New kitchen, baths, bedrooms, tile floors, hardwoods, granite countertops, all new stainless steel appliances, refrigerator, stove, microwave, dishwasher, free standing shower, tub for two, huge deck, large yard, excellent neighborhood $154,900 (30 year loan @ 4.5% with 5% down; $7,750 down, $785/month) 100% OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE Call Bob at 570-654-1490

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116 Amber Lane Very nice Bi-level home with newer laminate floors, vaulted ceiling, 2 large bedrooms. Finished lower level with 1/2 bath and laundry room. Large family room built in garage, and wood pellet stove. No sign, alarm system. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 11-3290 $89,900 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

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123 Dagobert St. Immaculately kept 2 story, 3 bedroom home in beautiful neighborhood. Home features newer doors, double hung E glass windows throughout. Air & ceiling fans in all rooms except bathroom. Beautiful year round sunroom in rear. Property includes 50x100 buildable lot, 3 parcels on one deed. A must see! MLS 11-2452 $119,500 Debbie McGuire 570-332-4413 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

16 Miller St. 4 bedroom Cape Cod, one with hardwood floors. Central air, nice yard in Garden Village. For more info and photos visit: www. atlasrealtyinc.com MLS 11-3645 $129,900 Call Tom Salvaggio 570-262-7716

Nice tow bedroom single, gas heat, enclosed porch, fenced yard. Close to downtown & colleges. Affordable at $42,500. Call TOWN & COUNTRY REAL ESTATE CO. 570-735-8932 570-542-5708 Say it HERE in the Classifieds! 570-829-7130

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Parsons Section 32 Wilson St No need for flood or mine subsidence insurance. 2 story, 3 bedroom, 1 bath home in a safe, quiet neighborhood. Aluminum siding. Corner, 105’x50’ lot. Fenced in yard. Appraised at $57,000. Serious inquiries only. Call 570-826-1458 for appointment

Great 4 bedroom home with new kitchen, furnace and bath. Laundry room off kitchen. Newer windows and roof. Hardwood on first floor. Off street parking. Older one car garage. Walk up attic. MLS 11-1478 $69,000 Call Nancy Answini 570-237-5999 JOSEPH P. GILROY REAL ESTATE 570-288-1444

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WILKES-BARRE 74 Frederick St WILKES-BARRE To Settle Estate $59,900 Offer Needed!

1400 North Washington St Nice 2 story in need of some TLC with low taxes, near the casino. Roof is 5 years young. Newer water heater (installed '09), replacement windows throughout, 100 AMP electric, tiled bath, wall-towall carpeting entire 1st floor. $54,000. 11-4455. CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

2 Story, 3 bedrooms, 1 & 1/2 bath single family. Large eat-in kitchen, 1st floor laundry, hardwood floors, newer furnace & water heater, 1 car garage. Off street parking. Quiet one way street. $49,900 MLS 11-4171 Call Jim Banos Coldwell Banker Rundle 570-991-1883

This very nice 2 story, 3 bedroom, 1 bath home has a large eat in kitchen for family gatherings. A great walk up attic for storage and the home is in move-in condition. MLS 11-1612 $63,900 Call Karen Coldwell Banker Rundle Real Estate 570-474-2340 WILKES-BARRE

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Spacious 3 bedroom, 1.5 baths with textured ceilings, updated kitchen, all appliances including dishwasher, tiled bath with whirlpool tub, 2nd floor laundry room. Replacement windows. DRASTIC REDUCTION $60,000 MLS# 11-88 Call Arlene Warunek 570-650-4169

Former Blessed Sacrament Church, Rectory and paved parking lot. 4,372 square foot Church 1,332 square foot Rectory. Parking for 40 vehicles. Three adjacent lots for one price. $160,000 MLS#11-4037 Call Jeff Cook Realty World Bank Capital 570-235-1183 WILKES-BARRE

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298 Lehigh Street Lovely 2 story with new roof, furnace, water heater, new cabinets and appliances. Whole house newly insulated. Nice deck and fenced-in yard. Call Chris at 570-8850900 for additional info or to tour. MLS 11-4505 $82,000 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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314 Horton Street Wonderful home, 6 rooms. 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, twostory, living room with built-in bookcase, formal dining room with entrance to delightful porch. Eat-in kitchen. Private lot, detached garage. A must see home. MLS 11-2721 New Price $59,900 GO TO THE TOP... CALL

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Beautiful 5 bedroom home, with 2 full baths w/linen closets. Modern kitchen with breakfast area and snack bar. Large pantry closet. Home features, hardwood floors, ceiling fans, 1st floor office area, living room, dining room, finished room in basement, walk up attic. 1 car garage, rear deck, fenced yard, ductless A/C. Call for your appointment today. MLS 10-4635 $92,000 Call Patty Lunski 570-735-7494 EXT. 304 Antonik & Associates, Inc. 570-735-7494

Lot 39 Mayock St. 9' ceilings throughout 1st floor, granite countertops in kitchen. Very bright. 1st floor master bedroom & bath. Not yet assessed. End unit. Modular construction. MLS #10-3180 $179,500 Jim Graham at 570-715-9323

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Price reduced to $43,000, below market value! Modern kitchen & bath, enclosed rear patio. Nice, clean and well maintained; family room can be converted to a 3rd bedroom. Just move right in! MLS#11-3652 $43,000 Louise Laine 570-283-9100 x20

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25 St. Mary’s St. 3,443 sq. ft. masonry commercial building with warehouse/office and 2 apartments with separate electric and heat. Perfect for contractors or anyone with storage needs. For more information and photos log onto www.atlas realtyinc.com. Reduced to $89,000 MLS #10-3872 Call Charlie 570-829-6200 VM 101

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89-91 Hillside Ave. Out of the flood plain this double has potential. Newer roof & some windows have been replaced. Property includes a large extra lot. Square ft. approximate. MLS 11-3463 $67,000 Roger Nenni EXT. 32 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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584 Wyoming Ave. MOTIVATED SELLER! Three large offices along with a reception area with builtin secretarial/paralegal work stations; a large conference room with built-in bookshelves, kitchenette and bathroom. Lower level has 7 offices, 2 bathrooms, plenty of storage. HIGHLY visible location, offstreet parking. Why rent office space? Use part of building & rent space- share expenses and build equity. MLS#11-995 REDUCED TO $399,000 Judy Rice 570-714-9230 Call Tracy Zarola 570-696-0723

94 Church St. Spacious double block, one with one side owner occupied, 2nd side needs cosmetic care. Off street parking for 2 vehicles, walking distance to the downtown. Pool and patio deck. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 11-3292 $76,500 Call Bill Williams 570-362-4158

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64-66 Dorrance St. 3 units, off street parking with some updated Carpets and paint. $1500/ month income from long time tenants. W/d hookups on site. MLS 11-3517 $109,900 Call Jay A. Crossin Ext. 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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33 Market St. Commercial/residential property featuring Ranch home with 3 bedrooms, newly remodeled bathroom, in good condition. Commercial opportunity for office in attached building. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3450 Reduced $159,000 Call Tom 570-262-7716

NANTICOKE

PITTSTON

SALE OR LEASE PRICE REDUCED Modern office building, parking for 12 cars. Will remodel to suit tenant. $1800/mo or purchase for $449,000 MLS 11-751 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

PRINGLE

350 Union St. Residential and commercial zone this property would make a perfect spot for your place of business. Zone B-3 highway business. See residential list #11-3569 for additional info and photos. MLS11-3788 $67,500 Jay A. Crossin EXT. 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 GARAGE Swoyersville

Four-bay garage with attached 725SF office, also large garage now used for storage. Presently being used as auto sales, repair and storage. Property has security fence and exterior lighting. One acre lot. MLS # 10-2413 $215,000 Louise Laine 570-283-9100 x20

WILKES-BARRE

Lawrence St. Nice 3 unit property. Lots of off street parking and bonus 2 car garage. All units are rented. Great income with low maintenance. $139,900 MLS# 10-2675 Call Karen Coldwell Banker Rundle Real Estate 570-474-2340

423 E. Church St. Great 2 family in move in condition on both sides, Separate utilities, 6 rooms each. 3 car detached garage in super neighborhood. Walking distance to college. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-1608 $123,000 Call Tom 570-262-7716

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NANTICOKE 1334 Main St. 1 story, 2,600 sq. ft. commePrcial building, masonry construction with offices and warehousing. Central air, alarm system and parking. Great for contractors or anyone with office/storage needs. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 11-3156 $84,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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Brick home for sale. 2 Car Garage. For more info, call 570-856-1045

Income & Commercial Properties

EDWARDSVILLE

JENKINS TWP. Very nice 2 family, one side move in the other rented separate utilities, 6 rooms each side plus 1/2 bath upstairs each side. Wonderful neighborhood plus short walking distance to Wyoming Avenue. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com 11-4027. $124,900 Call Nancy Bohn 570-237-0752

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KINGSTON

AVOCA PRICE REDUCED! 166 Jones Street Nice starter home. Spacious sideyard with off street parking, hardwood floors under carpet in living room & dining room, newer furnace. MLS #11-2979 $38,000 Call Debra at 570-714-9251

WILKES-BARRE

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WILKES-BARRE 100 Darling St

12 Reid st. Spacious Bi-level home in semi-private location with private back yard. 3 season room. Gas fireplace in lower level family room. 4 bedrooms, garage. For more informtion and photos visit wwww.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 10-4740 $149,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200 VM 101

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WEST HAZLETON

100 Warren St 16,000 sq. ft. commercial building with warehouse / offices. Great location. 1 block west of Route 93. Approximately 3 miles from 80/81 intersection. Many possibilities for this property storage lockers; flea market; game/ entertainment center; laundromat; auto garage. $119,000 Call Karen at Century 21 Select Group - Hazleton 570-582-4938

WILKES-BARRE 60 Saint Clair St

191 Andover St. Lovely single family 3 bedroom home with lots of space. Finished 3rd floor, balcony porch off of 2nd floor bedroom, gas hot air heat, central air and much more. Must see! MLS 11-59 $66,000 Jay A. Crossin 570-288-0770 Ext. 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

WILKES-BARRE

$42,900 272 Stanton Street 7 rooms, 3 bedrooms, eat-in kitchen, 1 1/2 baths. Laundry room with washer & dryer, eat in kitchen includes refrigerator, stove, & dishwasher, built in A/C unit, fenced in yard, security system. MLS #11-4532 GO TO THE TOP... CALL JANE KOPP JANE KOPP REAL ESTATE 570-288-7481

39 W. Chestnut St. Lots of room in this single with 3 floors of living space. 3 bedrooms, 1 bath with hardwood floors throughout, natural woodwork, all windows have been replaced, laundry/pantry off of kitchen. 4x10 entry foyer, space for 2 additional bedrooms on the 3rd floor. Roof is new. MLS 11-325 $69,900 Jay A. Crossin 570-288-0770 Ext. 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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P E N D I N G

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35 Tannery St Two properties in one! House comes with additional a joining lot (approx 40 x 75) with potential to build or park 10-15 cars. Would make great professional space. New roof in 2010. $49,900. 11-4379. CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

WYOMING PRICE REDUCED!

285 Wyoming Ave. First floor currently used as a shop, could be offices, etc. Prime location, corner lot, full basement. 2nd floor is 3 bedroom apartment plus 3 car garage and parking for 6 cars. For more information and photos go to www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS #10-4339 $169,900 Call Charlie VM 101

912 Lots & Acreage

BACK MOUNTAIN

3.37 acre wooded lot. Public sewer. Underground utilities. Close to 309. Asking $59,900 Call 570-885-1119 DALLAS 63 acres. Wooded parcel. 5,000’ roadfront on 2 paved roads. Level & rolling. In Dallas Twp. $425,000 Besecker Realty 570-675-3611

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DALLAS

WILKES-BARRE PARTLY CLEARED VACANT LOTS: LOT #13 E. Thomas St. Approximately 0.57 acre MLS #11-2616 $32,000. LOT #18 E Thomas St., Approximately 0.73 acre. MLS #11-2615. $35,000 Call Jeff Cook Realty World Bank Capital 570-235-1183

Lot 2 Marlington Ct THINKING OF BUILDING? .76 acre beautiful building lot on a culde-sac in desirable neighborhood. Covenants apply. Public utilities. Dallas School District. MLS #11-4401 $ 64,900 Call Tracy Zarola 570-696-0723

HARDING Mt. Zion Road One acre lot just before Oberdorfer Road. Great place to build your dream home MLS 11-3521 $29,900 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

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LAFLIN Lot#9 Pinewood Dr

BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME

on one of the last available lots in desirable Laflin. Convenient location near highways, airport, casino & shopping. DIRECTIONS Rt 315 to laflin Rd; make left off Laflin Rd onto Pinewood Dr. Lot is on corner of Pinewood Dr. and Hickorywood Dr. MLS 11-3411 $34,900 atlas realtyinc.com Call Keri Best 570-885-5082

MOUNTAIN TOP Crestwood Schools! 126 Acres for Sale! Mostly wooded with approx. 970 ft on Rt. 437 in Dennison Twp. $459,000 Call Jim Graham at 570-715-9323

MOUNTAIN TOP Several building lots ready to build on! ALL public utilities! Priced from $32,000 to $48,000! Use your own Builder! Call Jim Graham at 570-715-9323

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Apartments/ Unfurnished

ASHLEY PARK Laurel Run & San

Souci Parks, Like new, several to choose from, Financing &Warranty, MobileOneSales.net Call (570)250-2890

PLAINS

1 full & 1 small bedroom, 1 bath, offstreet parking, eatin kitchen, living room, oil & propane heat. $4,000. Call 570-954-4257

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WEST PITTSTON

Attractive 1 room furnished efficiency. New kitchen, washer/dryer. Security & references. Non smokers, no pets. $625. Includes heat & water. 570-655-4311

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Apartments/ Unfurnished

ASHLEY TWO APARTMENTS Brand new 2 bedroom, washer/dryer hookup, $550 month + utilities

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AVOCA

1 bedroom apartments, just remodeled, no pets. $450 to $525 + security. Call 570-328-3773

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1st floor, 2 bedroom. Off street parking. Washer dryer hookup. Appliances. Bus stop at the door. Water Included.$575 + utilities & security. No pets. TRADEMARK REALTY GROUP 570-954-1992

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Available Now 2nd floor, 2 bedroom. Off street parking. Washer dryer hookup. Appliances. Bus stop at the door. Water Included.$575 + utilities & security. No pets. TRADEMARK REALTY GROUP 570-954-1992

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Apartments/ Unfurnished

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Apartments/ Unfurnished

KINGSTON

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Commercial Properties

AVOCA APARTMENTS 2 2 2 2 2 2 1008 or 1010 Main St.

Brand new ½ Double. Gorgeous luxury living. Gas heat & central air. ½ basement. Hardwood floors throughout. Brand new appliances. Tons of private off street parking. 2 bedroom 1 ½ bath with rain shower. Large yard with Back deck. $900 month + utilities 2 2 2 2 2 2 1014 Main Street

Downstairs Unit. 2 bedroom, living room, eat-in kitchen, 1 bath, front porch. Appliances included. Off street parking. Full Basement. Hardwood throughout. Fresh paint. Gas/Central Air. ConvenientClose to 81. WOULD CONSIDER COMMERCIAL TENANT. $650 month + utilities 1014 Main Street Upstairs Efficiency Clean. Hardwood. Low maintenance. Kitchen, full bath, living room, bedroom, storage area. Appliances included. Hardwood & tile. Off street parking. Gas/Central air. WOULD CONSIDER COMMERCIAL TENANT. $500 month + utilities. 2 2 2 2 2 2 ALL APARTMENTS: Non Smoking No Pets Appointment only

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4 bedroom, full basement, washer / dryer hookup, $500 month +.

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Commercial Properties

2nd floor, 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, stove, refrigerator, washer/dryer hookup. No pets, $650/ month, Heat, water, sewer & trash included. Lease required. 570-675-1389

DALLAS rooms, all floors

5 carpeted. (570) 639-5150

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DALLAS Large 3 bedroom

2nd floor. No pets. Off street parking. Call Joe 570-881-2517 Dallas, Pa. MEADOWS APARTMENTS 220 Lake St. Housing for the elderly & mobility impaired; all utilities included. Federally subsidized program. Extremely low income persons encouraged to apply. Income less than $12,400. 570-675-6936, 8 am-4 pm, Mon-Fri. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE

DUMORE

Two bedroom 1 bathroom apartment on Apple St. $600/month + utilities. Available 1/15. (570) 815-5334

EXETER

Senior Apartments 222 S A . CHOOLEY EXETER, PA

Accepting applications for 1 bedroom apartments. Quality apartments for ages 62 and older. Income limits apply. Rent only $450 month. *Utilities Included *Laundry Facilities *On Site Management *Private parking

Call for appointment

570-654-5733 Monday - Friday 8am-12pm. Equal Housing Opportunity

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Commercial Properties

OFFICENTERS - Pierce St., Kingston

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Apartments/ Unfurnished

FORTY FORT

1 & 2 BEDROOM APTS Very nice, clean, great neighborhood, hardwood floors, a/c, washer/dryer with newer appliances, storage, 1st/last/security with one year lease. References required. $650$695 + utilities. Water/sewer by owner, no pets, non-smoking. Call 202-997-9185 for appointment

FORTY FORT

1st floor, 2 bedroom, gas heat, nice kitchen, optional garage. Washer/dryer included $685/month. Call after 6 p.m. 570-220-6533

FORTY FORT AMERICA REALTY RENTALS

AVAILABILITY FIRST FLOOR $465 + utilities. Managed. 1 Bedrooms. Small, efficient, modern, appliances, laundry, gas fireplaces, courtyard parking. 2 YR SAME

RENT/ LEASE, EMPLOYMENT /APPLICATION, NO PETS/ SMOKING.

288-1422

HANOVER TWP. K ORNKREST

1 bedroom. Heat, hot water, sewer, garbage, stove & fridge included. $571 + lease & security. Call 570-825-0146

HANOVER TWP. TOWNHOUSE

2 bedrooms, refrigerator, stove & dishwasher, European tile kitchen & bath. Parking, A/C, cathedral ceilings, fireplace, deck. $725/month. Call 570-650-0278

HAPPY NEW YEAR! Apartments Available KINGSTON, 1 & 2 bedroom units PLAINS, large 2 bedroom with bonus room PLAINS, efficiency 1 bedroom WILKES-BARRE, 1/2 double with 4 bedrooms WILKES-BARRE, 2 bedroom duplex building All Include: Appliances, Carpeting, Maintenance. Lease, Credit Check & References Required.

570-899-3407 Tina Randazzo Property Mgr

KINGSTON 1 bedroom. Available now. $425 + security & electric. Call 570-829-0847

KINGSTON

109 N. Thomas Ave Efficiency with separate kitchen. Modern. Heat, garbage & hot water included. $475, lease, security. 570-474-5023 KINGSTON 121 Butler St Great location. Newly renovated. 1st floor. 2 bedrooms. 1.5 bath. Stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, washer/dryer. Off street parking. A/C. Storage. Water, sewage & trash included. Pets require additional security deposit. $1,000 + utilities, security & lease. 570-283-3969

KINGSTON

131 S. Maple Ave. 3 room apartment 2nd floor. Heat & hot water included. Coin Laundry. Off street parking. No pets/smoking. $600 570-288-5600 or 570-479-0486

KINGSTON

1st floor, newly remodeled 1 bedroom, central heat and air, off-street parking, wall to wall, washer/dryer hookup, No pets. $475. Call 570-288-9507

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KINGSTON

2nd floor, 2 bedrooms. Heat, water & sewer included. Some pets okay. Off street parking. $750. 570-332-5215

KINGSTON 565 Rutter Avenue

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Full Service Leases • Custom Design • Renovations • Various Size Suites Available Medical, Legal, Commercial • Utilities • Parking • Janitorial Full Time Maintenance Staff Available

For Rental Information Call:

1-570-287-1161

2 bedrooms, living, dining & family rooms, 1 new bath, all appliances, A/C, new carpeting & paint, off street parking, heat and hot water included, front & rear porches. No pets, no smoking. $850/per month & security deposit. Personal & credit references required. Call 570-287-4234

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Apartments/ Unfurnished

KINGSTON

Cozy 1st floor, 1 bedroom apartment Heat, hot water & electric included. Laundry in basement, non-smoking, no pets. Off-street parking available. $650. + 1 month security, lease & $40 credit check required. Call for appointment 570-762-3747

KINGSTON

Great Location – 3rd Avenue. 2.5 bedroom, 1 bath, Living room, Dining room, central air, large sunroom, private backyard deck, offstreet parking, washer & dryer, refrigerator, dishwasher, garbage disposal. $675 + utilities. Sorry, no pets & no smoking. 570-283-1736 KINGSTON

OPEN HOUSE

Saturday 1/7 11am - 2pm 51 Dana Street, Kingston 2 bedroom, 1st floor Heat & 1 car garage. $600/ month, 1st and security required Application and Credit check

KINGSTON Recently remodeled

2nd floor, 2 bedroom. Heat & hot/ cold water included. Small, 3rd room. No pets. $680 + security. Call Sam 570-817-4488

KINGSTON

Spacious 2nd floor, 2 bedroom. 1 bath. Newly remodeled building, Living room, Dining room, eat-in Kitchen, private front balcony, off street parking, all appliances, including washer/dryer. Available 1/1/12. $650 + utilities. No pets, no smoking. 570-814-3281

KINGSTON Ultra modern 1 bed-

room with loft space for office or den. Designer bathroom. Semi private garage. Washer/ dryer on 2nd floor. Barbeque deck. $685 + utilities (570) 881-4993

LARKSVILLE 3 bedroom, 1 bath.

$725. With discount. All new hardwood floors and tile. New cabinets / bathroom. Dishwasher, garbage disposal. Washer/dryer hookup. Off street parking. Facebook us at BOVO Rentals 570-328-9984 LUZERNE Newly refurbished 1st floor, 1 bedroom with stove, frig, washer/dryer hookup in basement. Heat & hot water included. $600 per month + 1 month security deposit. Application, background check, 1 yr. lease. No pets, nonsmoking. Call 570-287-8986 & Leave Message

MOUNTAIN TOP 1 Bedroom apart-

ments for elderly, disabled. Rents based on 30% of ADJ gross income. Handicap Accessible. Equal Housing Opportunity. TTY711 or 570-474-5010 This institution is an equal opportunity provider & employer.

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NANTICOKE

Spacious 1 bedroom apartment. Washer & dryer, full kitchen. No pets. $465 + electric. Call 570-262-5399

PITTSTON

2nd floor, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, refrigerator & stove provided, washer/ dryer hookup, pets negotiable. $525/ month, water and sewer paid, security and lease required. Call after 4pm. 570-237-6277

PITTSTON

3 bedroom, 2 second floor. Includes fridge, range, sewer, trash, washer & dryer hook up. $575 + security Call Bernie 888-244-2714 PITTSTON AVAILABLE DEC. 1 2 bedroom, modern and clean. Includes stove and fridge. W/d hookup. Landlord pays sewer and garbage, tenant pays heat, water & electric. NO PETS Lease & security required. $550/mo 570-829-1578

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PITTSTON Modern, clean 2

bedroom. Large master bedroom with smaller 2nd bedroom. Large kitchen with plenty of cabinets. Large living room and large closets. $550/mo + utilities. Owner pays sewer and garbage. 1 year lease required. NO PETS Call Charlie 570-829-1578

PLAINS 1 bedroom loft style

apartment. Off street parking. Water & sewer included. $425. Call 570-855-6957

PLAINS 1st floor. Modern 2 bedroom. Kitchen with appliances. All new carpet. Convenient location. No smoking. No pets. $550 + utilities. 570-714-9234

PLYMOUTH

2 bedroom, 1 bath. 1st floor. Newly painted. $575 + security. Includes fridge, range, heat, water & sewer. Call Bernie 888-244-2714

PLYMOUTH

77-79 Center Ave, Rear Two 2-bedroom duplex with washer/ dryer hook up & small yard. $425/375 + security (570) 779-4240

SWOYERSVILLE

Completely brand new & remodeled. 1 bedroom with garage, off street parking, yard, washer/dryer, stove, refrigerator. NO PETS. $550/month Call (570) 709-2125

NANTICOKE

2nd Floor apartment for a tenant who wants the best. Bedroom, living room, kitchen & bath. Brand new. Washer/dryer hookup, air conditioned. No smoking or pets. 2 year lease, all utilities by tenant. Sewer & garbage included. Security, first & last month’s rent required. $440.00 570-735-5064

NANTICOKE

603 Hanover St 2nd floor, 1 bedroom. No pets. $500 + security, utilities & lease. Photos available. Call 570-542-5330

NANTICOKE

Nice clean 1 bedroom. Heat, hot water, garbage fee included. Stove, fridge, air-conditioning, washer/dryer availability. Security. $525 per month Call (570) 736-3125

Apartments/ Unfurnished

WILKES-BARRE

155 W. River St. 1 bedroom, some utilities & appliances included, hardwood floors, Pet friendly. $600/month. Call 570-969-9268

WILKES-BARRE

2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment near General Hospital. $495 utilities, first, last & security. No pets. 570-821-0463 570-417-3427

WILKES-BARRE

264 Academy St 1.5 bedrooms, newly renovated building. Washer & dryer available. $600/per month includes heat, hot water and parking. 646-712-1286 570-328-9896 570-855-4744

WILKES-BARRE APARTMENTS FOR RENT!

425 S. Franklin St. For lease. Available immediately, washer/dryer on premises, no pets. We have studio apts. On site parking. Fridge & stove provided. 24/7 security camera presence and all doors electronically locked. Studio $450. Water & sewer paid. One month / security deposit. Call 570-793-6377 or 570-208-9301 after 9:00 a.m. to schedule an appointment. Or email shlomo_voola @yahoo.com wilkesliving.com

WILKES-BARRE

Clean, 2 bedroom, duplex. Stove, hook—ups, parking, yard. No pets/no smoking $475 + utilities. Call 570-868-4444

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WILKES-BARRE

“GENERAL HOSPITAL” VICINITY

Super Clean, remodeled compact 3 rooms, laundry, appliances, off street parking 1 car. $470 + utilities. EMPLOYMENT, CREDIT, LEASE REQUIRED. NO PETS/SMOKING. Managed Building!

AMERICA REALTY 288-1422

WILKES-BARRE

SWOYERSVILLE LAFAYETTE GARDENS ! New 1 bedroom, 1st S floor. Quiet area. All appliances included, coin-op laundry. Off street parking. No pets. $430. Water/sewer included. Security & references. Call 570-239-7770

AVE MONEY THIS YEAR

113 Edison St. Quiet neighborhood. 2 bedroom apartments available for immediate occupancy. Heat & hot water included. $625 Call Aileen at 570-822-7944

WILKES-BARRE Large 2 bedroom, WEST PITTSTON

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Cozy 1st floor 3 room apartment like brand new! Tile bath, stove & fridge. $425/month + utilities, security deposit & lease. No pets. 570-654-2738 West Pittston, Pa. GARDEN VILLAGE APARTMENTS 221 Fremont St. Housing for the elderly & mobility impaired; all utilities included. Federally subsidized program. Extremely low income persons encouraged to apply. Income less than $12,400. 570-655-6555, 8 am-4 pm, Monday-Friday. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE

WEST WYOMING

2nd floor, 1 bedroom apartment. All appliances. Washer/ dryer. Off street parking. No pets. $525 + utilities, security & references. Call 570-954-2972

WILKES-BARRE

1 bedroom, 1 bath, refrigerator & stove provided, off-street parking, pets negotiable. $415/month, plus utilities, security, & lease. Call 570-779-1684

WILKES-BARRE

151 W. River St. NEAR WILKES 1st floor. 2 bedrooms, carpet. Appliances included. Sewer & trash paid. Pet friendly. Security deposit & 1st months rent required. $700. All utilities included except electric. 570-969-9268

lots of storage, dishwasher, $695/ month includes all utilities except electric. No pets. Lease. References. Security. (570) 817-6422

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Apartments/ Unfurnished

WILKES-BARRE 1 bedroom water included 2 bedroom water included 1 bedroom efficiency water included 2 bedroom single family 3 bedroom single family HANOVER 4 bedroom large affordable 2 bedroom NANTICOKE 2 bedroom large, water included PITTSTON Large 1 bedroom water included PLAINS 1 bedroom water included KINGSTON 3 Bedroom Half Double KINGSTON 2 bedroom water included McDermott & McDermott Real Estate Inc. Property Management 570-821-1650 (direct line) Mon-Fri. 8-7pm Sat. 8-noon

WILKES-BARRE SOUTH

1 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath, laundry room. $875 / month. Also, 1 bedroom, 1 bath efficiency, $675. All utilities & appliances included with both. Call 570-574-3065

WILKES-BARRE SOUTH SECURE BUILDINGS

1 & 2 bedroom apartments. Starting at $440 and up. References required. Section 8 ok. 570-332-5723

WILKES-BARRE

Spacious, newly renovated 2 bedroom. Nice neighborhood. Freshly painted. With appliances & new washer / dryer. New floor coverings. $650 + utilities, references, credit and background check. Smoke Free. 570-881-0320

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Commercial Properties

WILKES-BARRE

GREAT BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY 1,500 square foot available for rent. Restaurant with some equipment. Excellent street visibility at the Hazle & Park Triangle. Also, Middle East Bakery for sale or rent. call Pete for details at 570-301-8200

WYOMING

72’ x 200’ VACANT COMMERCIAL LOT 233 Wyoming Ave, Rt. 11 (1/4 mile from proposed Walmart) For Sale or lease. $96,000. 570-388-6669

Elegant Space Available

FORTY FORT

1188 Wyoming Ave Built in 1879 this prestigious 2,800 square foot space features high ceilings, ten-foot doorways, three large distinctive chandeliers, hardwood floors and three fireplaces. Other features: french doors, large well lit parking lot, handicap accessibility. Signage positioned on 179 ft frontage. Over 15,000 vehicles pass daily. 570-706-5308

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WILKES-BARRE/NORTH 2B EDROOM

AVAILABLE NOW!! Recently renovated, spacious, wood floors, all kitchen appliances included, parking available. 2 bedroom $500 + utilities. Call Agnes 347-495-4566

WILKES-BARRE/NORTH

by General Hospital 3 bedroom apartment. All renovated. 1,200 sf. Parking space. $730/month + utilities. Call Agnes 347-495-4566

WYOMING

Updated 1 bedroom. New Wall to wall carpet. Appliances furnished. Coin op laundry. $550. Heat, water & sewer included. Call 570-687-6216 or 570-954-0727

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Commercial Properties

DOLPHIN PLAZA

Rte. 315 1,200 - 2,000 SF Office / Retail Call 570-829-1206

HANOVER TWP

Parkway Plaza Sans Souci Parkway Commercial Space For Lease 1,200 sq. ft. starting at $700/ month. Off street parking. Central heat & air. Call 570-991-0706

OFFICE OR STORE NANTICOKE

1280 sq ft. 3 phase power, central air conditioning. Handicap accessible rest room. All utilities by tenant. Garbage included. $900 per month for a 5 year lease. 570-735-5064.

PITTSTON COOPERS CO-OP

Lease Space Available, Light manufacturing, warehouse, office, includes all utilities with free parking. I will save you money!

WILKES-BARRE NORTH 815 N Washington

Street, Rear 1 bedroom, wall to wall carpet, new paint & flooring, eat in kitchen with appliances, enclosed front & back porch, laundry facilities. heat, hot water and cable included. $520 + electric & security. No pets. Call 570-814-1356

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Half Doubles

EDWARDSVILLE

3 bedroom, new carpet & paint, fenced yard, laundry room, air. $550 + utilities, security & references. No pets 570-829-1768

GLEN LYON

3 bedrooms, wall to wall carpeting, laundry room, yard. $500 + utilities, security & references. No Pets. Call 570-592-3100

KINGSTON

3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, new wall to wall carpeting, freshly painted, partial A/C, gas heat, large fenced in yard, walking distance to Kingston Corners. All appliances, off-street parking, no pets. $700/month, plus utilities, & 2 months security. Application & references. Call 570-639-4907

KINGSTON

New apartment with carpet, painted, 1.5 bath, washer/dryer hook up, gas heat, $700 + utilities. Call 570-814-0843 or 570-696-3090 KINGSTON

Older charm, 1/2 double on residential street. 3 bedroom, bath, living & dining room combination. Updated kitchen with appliances (new gas range & dishwasher.) 1st floor laundry hookup. Gas heat. Attic storage space. Heat, utilities & outside maintenance by tenant. No pets. No smoking. 1 month security, 1 year lease.

ROSEWOOD REALTY 570-287-6822

LARKSVILLE

2.5 bedroom, freshly painted, stove, off street parking, washer/dryer hookup, dry basement. $525/month, + utilities & security. (570) 239-5760

NANTICOKE

RETAIL BUILDING

WILKES-BARRE TWP 12,000 sf. Route 309. Exit 165 off I81. 570-823-1719

RETAIL/OFFICE

2,000 sq building for rent on busy Rt. 309 in Mountain Top, across from Subway. Lots of parking, great visibility, Available immediately. $2,000/month + utilities. 570-430-0852

315 PLAZA

750 & 1750 square feet and NEW SPACE 3,500 square feet OFFICE/RETAIL 570-829-1206

WAREHOUSE/LIGHT MANUFACTURING OFFICE SPACE PITTSTON Main St.

12,000 sq. ft. building in downtown location. Warehouse with light manufacturing. Building with some office space. Entire building for lease or will sub-divide. MLS #10-1074 Call Charlie 570-829-6200 VM 101

2 bedroom, 1 1/2 baths. Wall to wall carpet. Backyard. Washer dryer hookup. $450 + security. Call 570-472-2392

PLAINS

3 bedroom, fresh paint, new hardwood/tile/carpet, gas heat, new bath. Includes stove and fridge. $695/month plus utilities, security deposit and references Call Scott 570-714-2431 Ext. 137

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PLYMOUTH

3 bedroom, 1 bath. Located on Academy St. $650 + utilities & security. Small pet OK with extra security. Call 570-262-1577

PLYMOUTH

3 bedrooms, remodeled, washer/dryer hookup, stove, no pets. Security deposit. $600 + utilities. Call Call (570) 574-5690

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WEST WYOMING 3 bedroom, 1.5

bath, quiet area, off street parking. ABSOLUTELY NO PETS. $650/mo + security and references. Utilities by tenant. 570-430-3851 leave message

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WILKES-BARRE

176 Charles St TOWNHOUSE STYLE, 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath, Not Section 8 approved. $550/ month + utilities. References & security required. Available now! 570-301-2785

WILKES-BARRE

3 bedrooms, newly remodeled bath, large eat in kitchen, washer/dryer hookup, fenced in yard. $750/per month, plus utilities, security deposit & lease.

570-820-7049

WILKES-BARRE

3 bedrooms, newly remodeled bath, large eat in kitchen, washer/dryer hookup, fenced in yard. $750/per month, plus utilities, security deposit & lease.

570-820-7049

WILKES-BARRE HEIGHTS 173 Almond Lane

3 Bedrooms, new carpet & paint. Shared yard. Front porch. Full basement. Eat-in kitchen with stove. No pets. $595 + utilities & security. Call 570-814-1356

950

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WYOMING 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, gas heat, new carpeting, range & laundry hook ups. Credit check required. $675/month + utilities & security. Call Florence 570-715-7737

Smith Hourigan Group 570-474-6307

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BACK MOUNTAIN

Private, 3 bedroom ranch, patio, porch, appliances, work shop. $830 + utilities & security. Call 570-522-0084

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GREENBRIAR Well maintained ranch style condo features living room with cathedral ceiling, oak kitchen, dining room with vaulted ceiling, 2 bedrooms and 2 3/4 baths, master bedroom with walk in closet. HOA fees included. $1,200 per month + utilities. MLS#11-4063. Call Kevin Smith 570-696-5422

SMITH HOURIGAN 570-696-1195

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DORRANCE

2 bedroom country cottage, yard, garage, oil heat. $750 + security. No pets. 610-759-7138

DURYEA

Blueberry Hill Large 3 bedroom ranch with oversized garage. Large lot with pool. No Realtors. For more details. Available for lease or purchase for $339,000. Call 570-406-1128

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953 Houses for Rent

FORTY FORT

NANTICOKE Desirable

17 Durkee St. 3 bedroom, 1½ bath Kitchen with appliances. Living room, dining room. Washer / dryer. 1 car Garage. Hardwood. Parking. Yard. Patio. $800 + utilities. Joe 570-592-1606

HANOVER TWP.

3 bedrooms, large kitchen, 1st floor laundry, deck with views, hot tub, hardwood floors, lots of closets/ storage. $850/ month + utilities 570-332-1921 570-582-5433

HARVEYS LAKE Furnished. Accepting students. $1,100/month 570-639-5041

KINGSTON

3 bedrooms, 1 bath, refrigerator, stove & dishwasher, washer/dryer on premises, front & rear porches, full basement & attic. Offstreet parking, no pets, totally remodeled. $1,000/ month, + utilities, security & lease. Call 570-824-7598

KINGSTON M S ARKET

TREET

3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, refrigerator & stove provided, offstreet parking, $575/ month plus utilities & security. Call 570-822-4177

LILY LAKE Like new 2 bed-

room, 1 bath Ranch with appliances, washer/dryer, oil heat, large yard. No pets, no smoking. References. Criminal/credit check. $850/mo plus utilities and security. 570-379-3232 leave message

MOUNTAIN TOP AREA NEAR LILY LAKE

AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bath, Farm house. Modern kitchen, hardwood floors. $950/month + security & 1 year lease Call 570-379-2258

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NANTICOKE 3 bedroom Single

home, off-street parking, new wall to wall, stove & fridge included. Washer/ dryer hook up, $575/month + utilities. Gas heat & hot water. Call 570-735-3235

Building & Remodeling

Roofing, siding, gutters, insulation, decks, additions, windows, doors, masonry & concrete. Insured & Bonded.

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NEWSPAPER

IN LUZERNE COUNTY – AUDIT BUREAU OF CIRCULATIONS (ABC)

PITTSTON Spacious one family

house. 3 bedrooms, extra large living room, dining room, eat in kitchen, 1 bath, large backyard. Two car garage. $675/ month + security. Available now. Call 609-356-8416

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PLYMOUTH

2 bedroom, 1 bath. Small yard. Appliances included. $850 + utilities & security. Pets ok. 570-574-3065 SALEM TWP. 3 bedroom home on 24 acres with 1000 ft of creek. Private, secluded, next to state game land. Kitchen with appliances. Laundry room. 2 bedrooms, full bath on 1st floor. Master bedroom, bath on 2nd floor. Enclosed hot tub, opens to deck. 2 car garage. Electric fence for dogs. Water, sewer included. Berwick School District. 10 minutes from Berwick Power Plant. $1500 month. 570-542-7564 SWOYERSVILLE Completely remodeled Large 2 story, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, single family home including refrigerator, stove, dishwasher & disposal. Gas heat, nice yard, good neighborhood,. Off street parking. Shed. No pets. $995 / month. 570-479-6722

SWOYERSVILLE

Renovated 2 bedroom mobile home with central air, new carpeting, modern kitchen with all appliances, nice neighborhood, fenced yard and off street parking. No pets. Security & lease. $495 + all utilities. 570-690-3086

SWOYERSVILLE

Rent to Own

Nice 3 bedroom ranch. Modern kitchen & bath, new flooring, finished basement, fenced yard, shed, off street parking & more. Pets OK! Small down payment. $975. Call 570-956-2385

959 Mobile Homes

DALLAS

Small 1 1/2 bedroom trailer. Private fenced lot with shed. Appliances included. $500 month + 1 month security. Tenant pays electric & gas. Available immediately. No pets. 570-477-5747

962

Rooms

KINGSTON HOUSE Nice, clean furnished room, starting at $315. Efficiency at $435 month furnished with all utilities included. Off street parking. 570-718-0331

WILKES-BARRE

Furnished rooms for rent. Close to downtown. $90/week + security. Everything included. Call 570-704-8288

965

Roommate Wanted

WILKES-BARRE

To share 3 bedroom apartment. All utilities included. $300/month 570-212-8332

968

Storage

OLYPHANT

2,000 square feet of Warehouse Space for storage only. $600/month, 1 year lease. Call 570-760-3779, leave message.

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FLORIDA

Boca Raton Beautiful 5 room home with Pool. Fully furnished. On canal lot. $600 weekly. If interested, write to: 120 Wagner St. Moosic, PA 18507

974 Wanted to Rent Real Estate

BACK MOUNTAIN

Responsible woman needs apartment or home living quarters in Back Mountain. References available. Call 570-760-1213

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212 Bowman St Just remodeled. 3 bedrooms. Off street parking. $650 + utilities, security deposit & lease. No pets. 570-472-9642

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1039

Chimney Service

CAVUTO CHIMNEY SERVICE

& Gutter Cleaning Free Estimates Insured 570-709-2479

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Stainless Liners. Cleanings. Custom Sheet Metal Shop. 570-383-0644 1-800-943-1515 Call Now! COZY HEARTH CHIMNEY Chimney Cleaning, Rebuilding, Repair, Stainless Steel Lining, Parging, Stucco, Caps, Etc. Free Estimates Licensed & Insured 1-888-680-7990 570-840-0873

1057Construction & Building

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installation & repair. FULLY INSURED HIC# 065008 CALL JOE 570-606-7489 570-735-8551

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MIKE SCIBEK DRYWALL

Hanging & finishing, design ceilings and painting. Free estimates. Licensed & Insured. 328-1230

MIRRA DRYWALL Hanging & Finishing Textured Ceilings Licensed & Insured Free Estimates

(570) 675-3378 1084

Electrical

GRULA ELECTRIC LLC

Licensed, Insured, No job too small.

570-829-4077

SLEBODA ELECTRIC Master electrician Licensed & Insured Service Changes & Replacements. Generator Installs. 868-4469

1093

Excavating

MODULAR HOMES/EXCAVATING

1132 PRO FORCE PAINTING & CONSTRUCTION Interior & exterior painting. All types of remodeling,& plumbing. Front and back porches repaired & replaced Call 570-301-4417

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1132

DAUGHERTY’S DRYWALL INC.

570-332-0077 Custom excavating, foundations, land clearing, driveways, storm drainage, etc.

Chimney Service

A-1 1 ABLE CHIMNEY Rebuild & Repair Chimneys. All types of Masonry. Liners Installed, Brick & Block, Roofs & Gutters. Licensed & Insured 570-735-2257

1078

Handyman Services

Mark’s Handyman Service

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We do it all! Licensed & Insured

570-578-8599 VACUUMS &

LAMPS REPAIRED

570-852-9281

WOODWORK FINISHING 570-852-9281

Handyman Services

1135

Hauling & Trucking

RUSSELL’S

Property & Lawn Maintenance

LICENSED & INSURED Carpentry, painting, plumbing, snow plowing & general home & business repairs. Free Estimates 570-406-3339

The Handier Man

We fix everything! Plumbing, Electrical & Carpentry. Retired Mr. Fix It. Emergencies 23/7

299-9142

1135

Hauling & Trucking

AA1AAlways C L E Ahauling, NING

cleaning attics, cellar, garage, one piece or whole Estate, also available 10 & 20 yard dumpsters.655-0695 592-1813or287-8302 AAA CLEANING A1 GENERAL HAULING Cleaning attics, cellars, garages. Demolitions, Roofing & Tree Removal. Free Est. 779-0918 or 542-5821; 814-8299 AAA Bob & Ray’s Hauling: Friendly & Courteous. We take anything & everything. Attic to basement. Garage, yard, free estimates. Call 570-655-7458 or 570-905-4820

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823-3788 / 817-0395 Purebred Animals? Sell them here with a classified ad! 570-829-7130

ALL KINDS OF HAULING & JUNK REMOVAL

TREE/SHRUB REMOVAL REMOVAL DEMOLITION Estate Cleanout Free Estimates 24 HOUR SERVICE SMALL AND LARGE JOBS! 570-823-1811 570-239-0484

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Five Dollars & Up Cleaning & hauling of wood, metals, trash & debris from houses, yards, garages, etc. Free estimates SAME DAY SERVICE

570-826-1883

VERY CHEAP JUNK REMOVAL! Licensed, Insured & Bonded. Will beat any price, guaranteed! Free Estimates. Over 10,000 served.

570-693-3932

1156

Insurance

NEPA LONG TERM CARE AGENCY

Long Term Care Insurance products Reputable Companies. 570-580-0797 FREE CONSULT longtermcare@ verizon.net

1189 Miscellaneous Service

VITO’S & GINO’S Wanted: Junk Cars & Trucks Highest Prices Paid!!

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288-8995 1195

Movers

BestDarnMovers Moving Helpers Call for Free Quote. We make moving easy. BDMhelpers.com 570-852-9243

1204

Painting & Wallpaper

M. PARALIS PAINTING

Int/ Ext. painting, Power washing. Professional work at affordable rates. Free estimates. 570-288-0733

PAINTING

$95/room & up. Call for details 570-852-9281

1225

Plumbing

BERNIE THE PLUMBER

& HOME BUILDER “SAME DAY SERVICE” Why Pay more? Interior & exterior. We do hardwood floors, furnaces, water heaters - all your home remodeling needs. Pay when you’re pleased. All work guaranteed. Free Estimates. 570-899-3123

1252

Roofing & Siding

J.R.V. ROOFING

570-824-6381 Roof Repairs & New Roofs. Shingle, Slate, Hot Built Up, Rubber, Gutters & Chimney Repairs. Year Round. Licensed/Insured FREE Estimates *24 Hour Emergency Calls*

WINTER ROOFING Special $1.29 s/f Licensed, insured, fast service 570-735-0846

1276

Snow Removal

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VITO & GINO’S 570-574-1275

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