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New Dallas head football coach Robert Zaruta, Shavertown, was selected to succeed Ted Jackson on Monday night.

Dallas tabs new top coach

A majority of Luzerne County Council on Monday advanced a 2012 budget amendment that raises taxes 2 percent and uses $1.4 million borrowed for capital projects to help repay debt. County Interim Manager Tom Pribula said the $122.6 million spending plan will require an estimated 50 to 60 layoffs in addition to 23 eliminations from recent retirements and terminations.

County Council will hold a public hearing on the 2012 budget amendment at 6:01 p.m. Monday, Feb. 13 in the county’s Emergency Management Agency building, 185 Water St., Wilkes-Barre.

datory public hearing on the amendment on Feb. 13, with final adoption set the following day. The tax increase will amount to about $10.50 more on a property assessed at $100,000. Property taxes are currently 5.215 mills, or $521 on a $100,000 property. The prison must sustain the most sizeable cuts of any single department -- $1.7 million – because the amendment reduces its spending nearly 6

The county spent $124.2 million last year, which means overall cuts will total $1.56 million, he said during a special meeting Monday night. The council will hold a man- See COUNCIL, Page 10A

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Elaine Maddon Curry, Harry Haas, Eugene Kelleher, Linda McClosky Houck and Jim Bobeck at Monday’s meeting.

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School Board votes 7-2 to name Bob Zaruta as first new football head coach in 27 years.

Gas industry has increased competition for housing, witnesses tell officials.

By JOHN ERZAR jerzar@timesleader.com

DALLAS TWP. – As Dallas High School parents, players and assistant coaches made one final appeal to keep Ted Jackson on Monday night, the man destined to replace one of the Wyoming Valley Conference’s most successful football coaches sat quietly. The Dallas School Board’s 7-2 decision to hire Bob Zaruta met with a similar silence as Jackson supporters filed out of the packed board meeting room. The decision wasn’t all that surprising to Jackson, who accumulated a 227-83-3 career record in Jackson his 27 years at Dallas. His position opened in December after he received a negative review from high school Principal Jeffrey Shaffer and saw a vote to retain him fail 5-3 in January after a due process hearing before the board. “Yes and no,” said Jackson, who didn’t attend the meeting. “I thought we made some progress. I thought my guy (attorney Kim Borland) proved the things right. The sad part is (the board members) sit there and don’t even pay attention to the parents or the kids or the people that are talking. That’s what bothers me. The kids are the ones who are going to suffer.” Dr. Bruce Goeringer and Fred Parry voted against Zaruta, both making statements in support of Jackson. Dr. Richard Coslett, Karen Kyle, Maureen Matiska, Charles Preece, Larry Schuler, Colleen See DALLAS, Page 10A

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Nanticoke bar cited with multiple violations Tavern where cops say woman was slashed cited by state police bureau. By EDWARD LEWIS elewis@timesleader.com

NANTICOKE – A tavern where police say a woman was slashed in the face early on New Year’s Day was cited with multiple violations by state police Bureau of Liquor Control Enforcement. In a news release issued Monday,

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an Finnegan, 4, of Edwardsville, calls to a playmate Monday as he climbs on the bars at the playground at Kirby Park in Wilkes-Barre. Ian was enjoying another unseasonably warm winter day. Slightly colder temperatures are forecast for today with some light snow predicted for Wednesday. For weather details, see Page 10B.

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state police said they cited the Prospect Street Café at 23 S. Prospect St. with excessive noise and operating in a disorderly manner on multiple dates in 2011, and on Jan. 1 when Jennifer Mieczkowski was severely injured. The tavern also was cited with permitting minors to frequent the business and furnishing alcohol to minors, operating gambling devices and failing to abide by an agreement reached with the state Liquor Control Board on Dec. 6

that allowed the tavern to remain open. Mieczkowski, 30, said she entered the tavern with Rickey Wells to buy a 12pack of beer to take home. While she was talking to friends, a fight broke out and a woman slashed Mieczkowski numerous times in the face and neck, police said. No charges have been filed in the slashing. See VIOLATIONS, Page 8A

Singer’s Super Bowl gesture almost went M.I.A.

Fickle finger of blame By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer

NEW YORK — Less than a second stood between British singer M.I.A. giving the finger to 114 million people watching the Super Bowl halftime show and no one noticing at all. That’s how close NBC censors came to preventing the gesture from being seen Sunday night, but the Super Bowl instead wound up with another entertainment oops moment. The gesture swept across social media, showing up in screen grabs and video, reminding

everyone of Janet Jackson’s infamous warShavertown drobe malnative one function in of the stars 2004 when of a Super a nipple Bowl ad. 10A was exposed ever so briefly to a Super Bowl audience. Both NBC and the NFL, which puts on the halftime show, apologized. M.I.A.’s record label said Monday

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M.I.A. during halftime of Super Bowl XLVI.

HARRISBURG – The ranks of homeless veterans are growing, and a state Senate committee Monday heard testimony that the Marcellus Shale industry is making the problem worse. Several witnesses testified one major reason for the increase in homelessness lies with the gas drilling industry, “Our obliwhich drives gations to up rents and makes affor- Pennsylvadable hous- nia’s vetering more ans do not scarce, resulting in more come with people being an expiraunable to find or afford a tion date place to live. or an optState Sen. Lisa Baker, R- out clause Lehman when state Township, chairs the revenues Senate Veter- falter.” ans Affairs & State Sen. Lisa Emergency Baker Preparedness R-Lehman Twp. Committee, which held the hearing titled, “Preventing and Eradicating Homelessness Among the Veteran Population.” “In a way, whether the root cause is medical or economic or personal misjudgments, it does not matter,” Baker said to open the hearing. “Our obligations to Pennsylvania’s veterans do not come with an expiration date or an opt-out clause when state revenues falter.” Monsignor Joseph Kelly, executive director of Catholic Social Services for the Scranton Diocese, testified the Veterans Administration estimates there are nearly 68,000 homeless vetSee VETERANS, Page 10A


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W-B Area to pick distinguished scholars New system would name only one valedictorian and one salutatorian at each school. By MARK GUYDISH mguydish@timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE – The era of multiple valedictorians in each high school of Wilkes-Barre Area is set to end, with the School Board planning a vote Wednesday on a new system that would name only one valedictorian and one salutatorian at each school, giving other high academic achievers the new title of “distinguished scholars.”

The board discussed the final details of the change at Monday’s work session. The move will take advantage of a decision years ago to switch from letter grades to numerical grades, with extra weight given for harder courses. Supervisor of Curriculum Andrew Kuhl said current seniors have been told since they were in ninth grade that a new system was expected this year, the first for which there are four years of numeric scores. That means the district can calculate a student’s cumulative grade point average for all four years to see who has the highest scores.

Kuhl said that if more than one student scored exactly the same at the top of list, more than one valedictorian would be approved. He also said he and administrators had decided the district should award any student with a cumulative average of 98 or higher the distinguished scholar distinction, which should include a pin or medal to wear at graduation. Board member Dino Galella, a former principal, said he thought 98 was a high threshold and asked why it wasn’t set at 95. Kuhl said that, because of the weighted system, students can

W H AT ’ S N E X T The School Board regular meeting will be at 6 p.m. Wednesday.

score above 100, adding that right now there is a potential of about 60 students hitting that threshold in the three schools. On Wednesday the board will also consider giving all students in-district email accounts to allow them greater access to web programs that require email addresses for a log in. Technology Coordinator Gene Manning said the accounts would work only for communications within the system and

could not be used for general email to non-district addresses. He also said the students would be told there would be “no expectation of privacy,” and the district would have access to all messages sent in the system. Manning said the option became affordable because a new agreement with Microsoft included the email addresses free, compare to $9 per address in the past. He also noted that students would have to use their own names and not an alias, and that each would be given a password from the district rather than creating their own.

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Plymouth Twp. supervisors hope to receive report on road condition from engineer. By CAMILLE FIOTI Times Leader Correspondent

PLYMOUTH TWP.-- At Monday’s meeting, the Board of Supervisors discussed the fate of Tilbury Terrace Road, which was badly damaged by flooding. There are roughly 60 homes in the Tilbury Terrace neighborhood, and the road is the only access for the residents. For the last few months, Joe Yudichak, the township’s road department supervisor, and the township engineer have monitored the condition of the twoway road, which has ripped apart on one side. “In today’s times, a development of that nature would never have been approved by the planning commission,” said board Chairman Gale Conrad, referring to the fact that there is no secondary access road for Tilbury Terrace. The township hopes to receive a report from the engineer on the findings of soil tests conducted under the road within about two weeks, Conrad added. “The township will then meet with the engineers to further assess and come to a conclusion as

W H AT ’ S N E X T The board next meets at 7 p.m. March 5 at the township building.

to what will need to be done to repair the road,” she said. If the road is deemed unfixable, the township will have to resort to plan B, which means shutting down Tilbury Terrace Road and constructing a secondary access road, Conrad said. A special public meeting will be advertised for resident input on the matter before any decisions are made, Conrad said. If the findings of the tests come back close to the date of the Board of Supervisors’ March meeting, then the supervisors will take public input regarding the issue at that time. “We have to be very proactive,” Conrad said. “The board has to be prepared for what might happen. A storm caused the problem, but the Board of Supervisors has the responsibility to take care of the problem, and this is what we have to do.” In a related matter, the board voted to forgive sewer bills that are paid to Berkheimer & Associates for business owners and residents whose properties have been damaged by flooding. The bills that will be forgiven are for the fourth quarter of 2011.

Kingston gives authority to fire dept. to bill insurance providers By B. GARRET ROGAN Times Leader Correspondent

KINGSTON -- Council passed a measure Monday allowing the Kingston Municipal Fire Department, which shares responsibilities with the Forty Fort Borough Fire Department, to bill the insurance providers of individuals to recover costs for certain services. Municipal Administrator Paul Keating said these charges to insurance providers will never be billed to individual residents. In instances where home or automobile owners have the proper insurance, the fire department will be able to directly bill the owners’ insurance provider. If the owners do not have insurance, or the insurance is not applicable, no charges will be assessed. In another emergency services-related matter, Kingston will be applying for a state Safer Grant in hopes that it will fund the wages and benefits of a new firefighter over the next four years. Kingston is anticipating the need for another member of the force after the announcement of veteran firefighter Mark Evans’ upcoming retirement in May. In other business, the council announced it will have a public

W H AT ’ S N E X T Public hearing/council work session/special meeting on Feb. 21, at 7 p.m. Regular meeting, Monday, March 5 at 7 p.m.

hearing prior to, and a special meeting following, the Feb. 21 council work session at 7 p.m. The purpose of the public hearing and special meeting is to discuss and possibly award a liquor license to Thomas’ Family Market on Wyoming Avenue. Tom Baseski of Thomas’ said he hopes to convert a roughly 800-square-foot section of the store into an area where beer and hot food could be sold. He said Thomas’ has seen a great deal of success with a similar setup at its Back Mountain location. He also said this is a popular trend within the grocery industry and cited Wegmans’ success in selling beer as proof that such a setup could be successful within the Wyoming Valley. Council unanimously approved a resolution permitting a subdivision at the 200 block of Wyoming Avenue that is on the site of the former Pompei Dodge. The subdivision will soon be housing a new First Keystone Community Bank facility.

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Council to amend, re-advertise benefit negotiations. McLaughlin directly asked a proposed ordinance to council President Joe Chacke if create the position. he attended to apply for the posi-

By STEVE MOCARSKY smocarsky@timesleader.com

FORTY FORT – Borough council on Monday voted to amend and re-advertise a proposed ordinance to create a borough manager position – a job for which the council president said he might or might not apply. During public comment, borough resident Jeff McLaughlin questioned council on the ordinance at length. When McLaughlin first asked if anyone on council was seeking the position, Councilman Frank Michaels, who was on the committee to research a borough manager position, said the position had not been created or advertised, so it was impossible for anyone on council to apply. McLaughlin said council members were creating the position along with a salary and benefits package, “and then for a council person to then take that job is a concern.” Michaels said he would hope any council member who applied for the position would re-

tion if it was created. “I may, I have to wait and see what they’re considering,” Chacke said. McLaughlin said he had a problem with Chacke appointing council members to a borough manager committee if Chacke would seek the position. McLaughlin also said the ordinance requiring six votes instead of a simple majority to hire or fire a borough manager was contrary to borough code and questioned the reasoning behind it. He also complained about the way the ordinance was advertised, and that the move to advertise it and to eliminate the position of borough coordinator Denise Syms was made at a special Sunday morning meeting on Jan. 29. McLaughlin pointed to borough code, which states that a council majority would be sufficient to hire or fire a manager. Michaels said the super-majority clause was written “to try to make it as non-political as possible.” But McLaughlin said it would ensure that even two council members who were friends with the manager could

Council meets next for a special meeting at 5:30 p.m. Feb. 17 at borough hall.

ensure that he keeps his job even if he were doing a bad job. He also noted borough code required the entire ordinance to be published in a newspaper and, if it was not, that the full ordinance be provided to the newspaper. Solicitor Sam Falcone asked for time to check if the complete ordinance was sent to the newspaper and left the room. Councilwoman Karen Martinelli motioned to amend the ordinance to require a simple majority for hiring or firing a manager and change some wording to reflect another suggestion of McLaughlin’s so that it was more in line with borough code. That motion was tabled. After an executive session, Michaels made a motion to amend the ordinance to reflect the change in technical wording and to require four votes to hire a manager and six votes to fire a manager. The motion passed 4-1 with Martinelli voting against it and Chacke abstaining. Falcone said the ordinance would be readvertised in its entirety.

Swoyersville official is criticized Property owner complains to council about letter he got from the zoning officer. By GERI GIBBONS Times Leader Correspondent

SWOYERSVILLE -- The maintenance and cleanup of a rental property on Main Street was once again a topic of discussion at borough council’s meeting on Monday Night. Sam Barbose, Courtdale, said borough zoning officer Joseph Ruscavage had erred in sending him a letter asserting that Barbose was illegally operating a business on Main Street in the borough. The letter also said that Barbose failed to maintain the property in an appropriate manner. Barbose shared photos of his property with council, saying that he was simply storing building materials in an orderly way. He also said other property owners were granted leniency in

regard to the upkeep of their properties. Barbose asked Council President Ron Alunni if other residents had complained about Ruscavage. “To my knowledge, no one else has had a problem with Mr. Ruscavage,” said Alunni. Barbose referred to pending litigation, and borough Solicitor Joseph Yeager said that his complaints would be best addressed in that forum. In another matter, Chris Hospodar, representing the Swoyersville Teeners Little League program, asked permission for the league to use Roosevelt Field. Alunni said although the council supports such programs, he was reluctant to grant the request because of issues of scheduling and cleanup. He said other leagues using the field often “pitched in” regarding maintenance. Alunni said he would review

By SUSAN DENNEY Times Leader Correspondent

WILKES-BARRE TWP. -Council passed a resolution on Monday night to extend the township’s agreement with Trans-Med Ambulance Inc. for 72 months. In the present agreement, the township provides TransMed a large parking space and restroom facilities for TransMed employees. In return for these in-kind services, Trans-

Med covers the co-pay cost of ambulance and emergency services to township residents. Trans-Med provides residents without insurance services for free. “It works well,” Councilman John Jablowski said of the present agreement. The council also discussed correspondence from a resident about the creation of a dog park. The resident suggested the township fence in a small portion of Al Karaska Memorial Park for use as a leash-free dog park. Michael Revitt, township administrator, said he was concerned because the area is

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used by young people for sledding. Mayor Carl Kuren said about the possible location of a fence, “We’d have to be observant.” Jablowski asked township Solicitor Bruce Phillips about possible legal problems with creating a dog park. Phillips said he didn’t see any huge problems with the idea but pointed out the township’s insurance agreement does not now include a provision for a dog park.

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etired state police Capt. Frank Hacken has been named director R of campus safety and security at King’s College. He will coordinate all aspects of campus safety and security, including oversight of the campus security department and education and compliance with work safety. Hacken retired in Hacken January from the state police after serving more than 25 years. At retirement he held the rank of captain and served as Troop Commander with Troop R based in Dunmore.

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Conahan ruling is overturned Uninsured motorist arbitration case resulted in half million dollar award. By TERRIE MORGAN-BESECKER tmorgan@timesleader.com

The state Superior Court has overturned a disgraced Luzerne County judge’s ruling regarding a controversial uninsured motorist arbitration case that resulted in a $500,000 award to a man who blamed a “phantom” vehicle for causing a car crash. James Haggerty, an attorney for Harleysville Insurance, said the court’s ruling in the case of Forester Vanderhoff all but ends the company’s eight-year battle to overturn what it claimed was an unjust ruling by former Judge Michael Conahan, who is serving a 17 ½ year sentence on convictions re-

lated to the Luzerne County “kids for cash” corruption scandal. Haggerty said Vanderhoff can seek to appeal the court’s ruling. If unsuccessful, the case will return to Luzerne County Court where a judge, based on the Superior Court decision, will be required to vacate the $500,000 judgment and rule in Harleysville’s favor. “Justice has finally been done,” Haggerty said. Vanderhoff’s attorney, Brian Corcoran, did not return a phone message seeking comment. The convoluted case centered on Vanderhoff’s claim that a third vehicle played a role in a 2001 car crash in which he rearended a vehicle driven by Ryan Piontkowski on the Sans Souci Parkway in Hanover

Township. Vanderhoff claimed the third vehicle darted in front of Piontkowski as he approached a traffic light, forcing Piontkowski to brake abruptly and leaving Vanderhoff no time to avoid the collision. The problem, Harleysville said, is that both Piontkowski and the police officer who investigated the crash insisted there was no other vehicle involved. The company also noted Vanderhoff did not report the “phantom” vehicle to Harleysville until eight months after the crash. Despite that, Conahan, at a 2004 hearing, found Vanderhoff to be more credible and issued a ruling that the phantom vehicle did exist. That allowed Vanderhoff to See RULING, Page 10A

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The state Department of Environmental Protection has ordered William Wright, of Spring Brook Township, Lackawanna County, to surrender his state radon testing certification and pay $43,750 in civil penalties for numerous violations of the Radon Certification Act and Radiation Protection Act. “Our inspectors noted nearly 40 violations at four radon mitigation systems installed by Mr. Wright and his company, Tru Pro Remediation Services Group,” DEP Southeast Regional Director Joseph A. Feola said. DEP first received a complaint in May 2011. During a June 6 inspection of the system, staff found numerous violations, including improperly sealed radon vent pipe, perimeter drain channel, floor cracks and sump pits. DEP sent an initial notice of violation to Wright and Tru Pro on June 21, 2011, followed by a Sept. 2 violation notice and enforcement meeting request. Despite numerous attempts, Wright failed to meet with agency representatives to discuss the violations.

A pregnant teenager reported missing by her family on Saturday was found in Streetsboro, Ohio, near Cleveland, Monday afternoon, Police Chief Frank Mudlock said. Mudlock said Brelyn Miller, 14, of Jenkins Township, was found unharmed with 29-year-old Clyde Tonkin at about 1 p.m. Mudlock said Miller, who is 8 months pregnant, will likely be taken into custody by caseworkers until her family makes arrangements for her return home. Tonkin, of Pittston, and Miller left the area Saturday when Tonkin bought a used car. A surveillance camera at Wal-Mart in Pittston Township recorded them before leaving. It was not immediately known if Tonkin will face any charges. WRIGHT TWP.

Madry court date set

A court date has been scheduled for Dan Madry, 51, who was charged by Fairview Township police with defiant trespass near his son’s memorial on Lake Road. Madry was cited while allegedly walking his dog on property owned by Glen Summit Co. on Jan. 23. Madry was in the area to visit a memorial on Madry Lake Road where his son, Brian, 16, was killed in a crash on July 18. A summary hearing on the trespass charge is scheduled on Feb. 29 before District Judge Ronald Swank in Wright Township. PLAINS TWP.

Multi-way stop sign set

The state plans to install a multiway stop sign in the next two weeks at the intersection of Union Street and Ridgewood Road in the Hudson section of Plains Township. The department will install a yellow flasher on the new “Stop Ahead” sign and a red flasher on the stop sign for a period of 30 days, while motorists become accustomed to this change.

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Wilkes-Barre city employee Tom Wignot picks up recyclables Monday on Dagobert Street.

New recycling system is hailed More items being put out in W-B, but official warns about what’s not OK.

By MARK GUYDISH mguydish@timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE – WilkesBarre’s first day of “singlestream recycling” was a success, city spokesman Drew McLaughlin said, with residents “putting out a tremendous amount of materials they ordinarily didn’t put out.” But there are limits to what can go into those city bins, and McLaughlin said it’s important people learn them. “The main thing is that they can put all their recyclables – plastics, bottles newspapers, magazines, books, phone books – into the recyclable container,” McLaughlin said. “They don’t have to separate

them anymore.” And while the list of what will be picked up has expanded substantially, residents need to resist the urge to start dumping anything and everything on the curb. “They can’t put out electronics,” for example, McLaughlin said. “We had one case where they put out a satellite dish.” Other unacceptable items include “hoses, plastic toys, playground equipment, things like that. The general rule of thumb is: If it’s a household container, it will be allowable.” White paper is fine, including envelopes with those plastic windows, but shredded paper is not. Any cardboard that is not waxed – cereal boxes, paperboard, corrugated – is now taken, as well as glossy paper and magazines. While it can all go into the same bin, if there is a lot of

SINGLE-STREAM RECYCLING Acceptable

1-7 numbered plastics Aluminum Cans Aluminum Foil Cardboard Cereal boxes Color paper Detergent bottles Empty aerosol cans Envelopes (window OK) Egg cartons File folders Glass jars & bottles Books (hard or soft cover) Juice/milk cartons Junk mail

Newspapers and inserts Magazines Brochures Multi 3-ply paper White paper Paperboard boxes Phone books Catalogs Plastic milk jugs Plastic soda bottles Pots & pans School papers Small metals Tin cans Water bottles.

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Drinking glasses Frozen food, juice or ice cream containters Hazardous or biohazardous waste Light bulbs Plates or vases Mirrors Ceramic Pyrex Napkins Needles Paper “to-go” containers Paper towels Plastic 6-pack holders

Plastic microwave trays Plastics not listed as acceptable Scrap metal Shredded paper Stickers or sheets of address labels (affixed labels or stamps are OK) Styrofoam Syringes Tissues Tyvek envelopes Waxed paper Waxed cardboard Window glass

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cardboard it might be better to cut it up and bail it, setting it alongside the bin, McLaughlin said. McLaughlin warned against thinking of the new single-

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stream system as a bulk pickup or clutter cleanup. Residents need to stick to the “acceptable” list for the system to

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Prosecutors say court that ruled Banks incompetent to be executed misapplied law.

Prosecutors have asked the U.S. Supreme Court to hear an appeal of a court ruling that deemed mass murderer George Banks incompetent to be executed. The state Office of Attorney General recently asked the court to address whether the state Supreme Court misapplied the law when it upheld Luzerne County Senior Judge Joseph Augel- Banks lo’s ruling that Banks is too mentally ill to be executed for the 1982 shooting spree in Wilkes-Barre and Jenkins Township that left 13 people dead, including five of his children. The appeal is the latest legal maneuver in the decades-old case that has worked its way through multiple state and federal appellate courts. If the request is granted, it would mark the second time the U.S. Supreme Court has taken up an issue involving Banks. Augello ruled in May 2010 that Banks could not be executed because he is so mentally ill that he does not rationally understand the reason he is facing execution. Augello noted testimony of experts, who said Banks believes his sentences have been vacated by God, and that he is in jail due to a conspiracy between police and prosecutors. The state Supreme Court upheld that ruling in September 2011, finding that Banks has a factual understanding of his crimes, but does not rationally understand what that means to him. In the appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court, Senior Deputy Attorney General William Stoycos, acting on behalf of Luzerne County prosecutors, acknowledged Banks is sometimes delusional. But he said evidence presented at three separate competency hearings also showed that Banks, at times, does have a rational understanding of his death sentence. Stoycos said the state Supreme Court erred in applying the legal standard by which the case must be judged. The issue is not whether Banks is consistently incapable of understanding his situation, but whether his mental

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W-B Twp. Fire Dept. gets deadline to release records TL appeal successful after Right-to-Know request ignored. By EDWARD LEWIS elewis@timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE TWP. – The township volunteer fire department has until the end of the month to release its financial records and any donations received from 2006, according to a ruling by the state Office of Open Records. The Times Leader was successful in its appeal to the Open Records Office after a Right-To-Know request sent to Fire Chief John Paul Yuknavich on Dec. 16 went ignored. Turning over the requested information may be troublesome for the fire department. State police at Wyoming seized five boxes of records when a search warrant

was served at the department on Jan. 20. A day before, on Jan. 19, the township voluntarily provided records to state police. A Right-To-Know request to the township Yuknavich on Dec. 16 returned a partial list of information, including the township employment histories of Yuknavich and Assistant Fire Chief James Youkoski. Yuknavich and Youkoski are employed as truck drivers in the township’s road department. They each earn an annual salary of $37,286. Yuknavich was hired in April 1989 and Youkoski was hired in October 2001. Yuknavich and Youkoski could not be reached for comment on Monday. The township failed to provide, as re-

quested by The Times Leader, donation amounts the municipality has given to the fire department since 2006 and any contracts that allows the fire department to provide fire services within the township. Mayor Carl Kuren previously stated the township provides an annual $110,000 donation to the department in addition to paying the department’s utilities and bills. Kuren has said the township has no control over the fire department’s operations or personnel. The Times Leader’s request to the department sought financial documents, township and community donation amounts from 2006, a list of active firefighters and officers, by-laws and minutes of meetings among fire department officers from 2006. The request was sent to Yuknavich. When Yuknavich failed to respond within the required five business days,

The Times Leader appealed to the state’s Open Records Office. In a ruling issued Jan. 30, an open records appeals officer issued a ruling finding in favor of The Times Leader. Prior case law states volunteer fire departments are deemed a local governmental agency and subject to the Right-To-Know statute to disclose public records. Yuknavich is facing theft charges filed by state police alleging he withdrew $11,865 in cash from the department’s bank account from October 2008 and August 2010 that was not used for operations or expenses. The charges further allege Yuknavich used the fire department’s credit card for Sam’s Club to make a total of $3,706 in purchases for personal use from June 2009 and May 2011, according to the criminal complaint. A preliminary hearing was continued from Monday to Feb. 22.


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The former Pa. state House member, who lost the GOP gubernatorial nomination to Corbett in 2010, now seeks seat currently held by Sen. Bob Casey

Rohrer says he’s best choice for conservatives By ANDREW M. SEDER aseder@timesleader.com

What he lacks in money, U.S. Senate candidate Sam Rohrer says he makes up in enthusiasm among supporters and a grassroots campaign and track record that he believes make him best suited to defeat Sen. Bob Casey in the general election. But to have that chance, he must first defeat a large field of fellow Republicans in the April 24 primary. Over the weekend, Rohrer, 56, kicked off a three-month-long tour of Pennsylvania, which brought him to Northeast Pennsylvania on Monday with a coffee chat in Tannersville, a visit to The Times Leader and a town hall in Clarks Summit. The tour continues today with a chat over coffee from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the Iron Skillet Restaurant at the Petro

Truck Plaza in Dupont. The Robeson Town2 0 1 2 ship, Berks County resiELECTION dent, served nine terms in the state House before opting to forgo a reelection campaign in favor of what became a failed bid for governor in 2010 when he lost to Tom Corbett in the GOP primary. Last year, he announced a run for the U.S. Senate seat currently held by Casey. Of the six Republican candidates, none besides Rohrer has either held elected office or run a statewide campaign before. He said each of his opponents has issues with their candidacies that he doesn’t. In addition to the two front-runners, party-endorsed candidate Steve Welch and Tom Smith, a millionaire who made his money in the coal industry, the other candidates are attorney Marc Scar-

SAM ROHRER Age: 56 Resides: Robeson Township, Berks County Family: Wife Ruth Ann Rohrer, six children and five grandchildren Alma mater: Bob Jones University

ingi, businessman David Christian and pharmacist John Kensinger. Rohrer, with his wife, Ruth Ann, sitting next to him, said both Welch and Smith have ties to the Democratic Party and track records that conservative Republicans can’t get behind. Welch has said he has voted for President Barack Obama and gave money to former Congressman Joe Sestak, both Democrats. Smith identifies himself as a lifelong Democrat who switched his registration to Republican last year.

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While Welch and Smith both reported raising more than $1 million last Marc Scaringi, year, Rohrer reportcandidate for the ed $122,000. But Republican nomimoney won’t be as nation to the U.S. big an issue in the Senate, will be a featured speaker primary, Rohrer at a meeting of said, because he has the North East PA name recognition Tea Party, tonight and the support of at 6:15 at The Café, voters who will turn 1120 Highway 315, out, not the party’s Plains Township. establishment and big donors. He said the party’s endorsement of Welch, with backing by Corbett, only motivates his supporters even more and gets other Republicans behind him because they’re “tired of being told what to do.”

Man pleads guilty to inappropriate contact Matthew Robert Bonser, 20, was charged with indecent assault, corruption of minors. By SHEENA DELAZIO sdelazio@timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE – A Mocanaqua man pleaded guilty Monday to charges that he had inappropriate contact two young girls. Matthew Robert Bonser, 20, of Pond Hill Road, entered the plea to two counts of indecent assault and one count of corruption of minors for giving one of the girls marijuana. County Senior Judge Kenneth Brown said Bonser will be sen-

tenced on May 7, and he will be required to register his address under Megan’s Law for a period of 10 years. Bonser will also undergo an evaluation by the state Sexual Offenders Assessment Board, Brown said. According to court papers, on April 29, 2010, state police were contacted by a local school district after two seventh-grade students reported they had had sexual contact with Bonser. In an interview with police that same day, a 12-year-old girl said she was at a friend’s house when Bonser arrived. The girl said she, her friend and Bonser were hanging out when Bonser and her friend, a 13-year-old, be-

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When police questioned Bonser about the contact with the two girls, he denied any sexual contact with them. He said the 13-year-old was the one who supplied marijuana to him and that he was there with another friend. Police said they interviewed Bonser’s friend, who said he had never been in the 13-year-old girl’s home and did not know the other girl. Bonser was ordered to have no unsupervised contact with minors, and to stay away from places children frequent. Sheena Delazio, a Times Leader staff writer, may be reached at 829-7235.

Rohrer said the party should not try to anoint a candidate. “That is the purpose of the primary,” he said.

Judge considers challenges to use of ’01 state legislative maps The Associated Press

PHILADELPHIA — A federal judge is mulling challenges to the use of Pennsylvania’s 2001 legislative district maps in this year’s elections after the state Supreme Court rejected the state’s legislative redistricting plan. Senior U.S. District Judge R. Barclay Surrick heard arguments in Philadelphia on Monday over whether this year’s races can be held under the old maps. Last month, the Supreme

Court rejected the proposed 2012 redistricting plan. A justice said in an opinion filed Friday that he believed this year’s elections, including the April 24 primary, will have to be held under the decadeold maps. But lawyers for Senate Majority Leader Dominic Pileggi, RDelaware, are seeking an injunction to prevent the use of the 2001 maps in elections this year, citing population shifts over the past decade.

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U.S. shutters embassy in Syria

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President Obama says Syrian president’s surrender of power “a matter of when.” By BASSEM MROUE Associated Press

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Illegal factory blast in Pakistan deadly

Rescue workers carry a woman who was pulled Monday from the debris of a collapsed building in Lahore, Pakistan. A three-story factory illegally set up in a residential area of the city collapsed when several gas cylinders inside exploded, killing at least two people and trapping more than 40 others in the rubble, officials said. HARRISBURG

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BEIRUT — The U.S. closed its Syrian embassy Monday and Britain recalled its ambassador to Damascus in a dramatic escalation of Western pressure on President Bashar Assad to give up power, just days after diplomatic efforts at the United Nations to end the crisis collapsed. The U.S. evacuated all its diplomats from the country as Syrian forces intensified a shelling assault on the restive city of Homs. The offensive began Saturday, the same day Syria’s al-

lies in Russia and China vetoed a Western- and Arab-backed resolution aimed at trying to end the brutal crackdown on dissent. “We have been relentless in sending a message that it is time for Assad to go,” President Barack Obama said during an interview with NBC. “This is not going to be a matter of if, it’s going to be a matter of when.” Also Monday, British Foreign Secretary William Hague told lawmakers that Britain is using multiple channels to express its “abhorrence” at the violent crackdown, and has summoned Syria’s ambassador to the Foreign Office to convey that message. “This is a doomed regime as well as a murdering regime,” Hague said. “There is no way it

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All American diplomats in Syria have been evacuated from the country and from the U.S. embassy building in Damascus.

can recover its credibility internationally.” The onslaught on Homs has reinforced opposition fears that

Assad will unleash even greater violence to crush dissent, now that protection from China and Russia against any U.N.-sanc-

Republican presidential front-runner Romney says rival Santorum’s tenure in Senate marred by support for pork-barrel spending

ennsylvania’s booming natural gas industry would pay an estimated P $190 million in fees in the first year,

money spread across drilling communities and to state infrastructure and environmental programs, under legislation that sped toward votes in the state Legislature Monday. The 15-year fee would be paid by all Marcellus Shale wells, and the total amount would rise in ensuing years as more wells are drilled, said key people involved in the negotiations. The proposal is a result of weeks of talks between leaders of the Republicancontrolled state Legislature and Gov. Tom Corbett, a fellow Republican.

tioned action appears assured. Already, more than 5,400 people have been killed since the Arab Spring-inspired uprising that began in March, according to the U.N. The decision to close the embassy is the most dramatic U.S. move so far after 11 months of a violent crackdown by Assad’s regime. Even as the U.S. stepped up pressure on Assad to quit, Obama said a negotiated solution in Syria is possible and it should not be resolved by foreign military intervention. The State Department warned last month it would close the embassy unless Assad’s government stepped up its protection. It cited concerns about the safety of personnel and recent car bombs.

Iran’s Central Bank is sanctioned

Move made to pressure Iran on nuke issue and perhaps deter Israel from attack.

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Senior Democrat convicted

A jury on Monday convicted a senior Democrat in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives on all but one of six charges in the latest corruption trial stemming from a fiveyear investigation into the use of taxpayers’ resources for political purposes. Rep. Bill DeWeese was convicted of felony counts of conspiracy, conflict of interest and DeWeese three counts of theft, while the Dauphin County jury acquitted him of one other theft count. The verdict was reached early on the third day of deliberations. DeWeese’s lawyer vowed to appeal. DeWeese said he intended to keep his House seat and continue his re-election campaign in his southwestern Pennsylvania district. CAIRO

Americans facing trial

Egypt on Monday released the names of 19 Americans who face trial over foreign funding of activities of their nonprofit groups in Egypt, a case that has soured U.S.-Egypt relations. One of the 19 is the son of U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood. Sam LaHood and five other Americans are in Egypt while the others have left, according to a statement from the Egyptian prosecutor’s office. Altogether, 43 people face trials over illegally operating in Egypt and receiving funds from abroad without permission from Egyptian authorities for their human rights and pro-democracy groups. Egypt charges that they fund and support anti-government protests. The groups deny that. LOS ANGELES

Official: Faculty removed

The entire faculty at an elementary school where two teachers were arrested on suspicion of lewd conduct will be removed while the school district investigates, the Los Angeles school superintendent told parents Monday. Superintendent John Deasy told parents and media on Monday night that the Miramonte Elementary School staffers are being replaced because a full investigation of allegations is disruptive and staffers require support to get through the scandal, too. An entire staff has been trained to come into classrooms at Miramonte to take over teaching for the time being, and there will be a psychiatric social worker in every classroom to help students and staff cope with any issues. School officials canceled classes at the school today and Wednesday as a cooling-off period, said district spokesman Tom Waldman. Deasy emphasized that all staff members being brought into the classroom went through a “very rigorous screening process.”

By JULIE PACE Associated Press

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Republican presidential candidate, former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney ducks out onto stage to speak at a rally Monday in Grand Junction, Colo. Romney may face a strong challenge from Rick Santorum in today’s caucuses in Minn.

GOP votes today in Minn., Colo. By KASIE HUNT and PHILIP ELLIOTT Associated Press

GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. — Sensing a possible threat, Mitt Romney criticized Rick Santorum’s time in the Senate as “not effective” because of his past support for spending on pork-barrel projects as he worked to fend off an unexpected challenge in the next states to vote. Santorum countered that Romney, the front-runner in the GOP presidential race, “should not be our nominee” because he was “dead wrong on the most important issue of the day” when, as governor, he signed a health care overhaul into law in Massachusetts. The two sparred from afar one day before Republicans in Colorado and Minnesota hold nominating caucuses, the latest contests in what’s become almost a plodding race for the GOP nomination com-

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pared to the rapid-fire campaign of last month. Newt Gingrich and Ron Paul also are competing but neither was expected to have a breakout performance in

either state. Romney, who won both states four years ago, hopes to extend his winning streak, though advisers acknowledged that a first-place finish would be more likely to come in Colorado than in Minnesota. The Republican Party in Minnesota has become more conservative in recent years and Santorum’s strong conservative positions on social issues could resonate with evangelical voters. Santorum, a Catholic, has a strong anti-abortion record and consistently focuses on the issue. Romney, who once supported abortion rights, has struggled to

win over those voters. But in a sign that he’s trying to do just that, Romney’s campaign on Monday rolled out a petition focusing on religious liberty. The move was intended to challenge a recent Obama administration decision to require hospitals to distribute free birth control. Clearly mindful of the shift in Minnesota, Santorum has been working that state and conservative areas of Colorado aggressively in the past two weeks while Romney campaigned in Florida and Nevada and scored back-to-back victories. In an appearance across the street from the highly regarded Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn., Santorum assailed Romney with gusto on Monday and said that making him the nominee would be “a devastating thing” for Republicans who want to see President Barack Obama lose in the fall.

Officials: Dad planned fire that killed boys Josh Powell was seen as person of interest in the disappearance of his wife. The Associated Press

GRAHAM, Wash. — Josh Powell planned the house fire that killed him and his young sons for some time, dropping toys at a charity over the weekend and sending final emails to several acquaintances in the minutes before the blaze, authorities said Monday. But nowhere does he appear to have revealed what happened to his wife, Susan Powell, who vanished from their Utah home two years ago. Powell had been named a person of interest in her disappearance and just last week was denied custody of his chil-

dren, who had been living with Susan’s parents. When a social worker arrived at his home with the boys Sunday, he barred her from the house and ignited the fire. The three bodies were found in the central part of the house, which is about 45 miles south of Seattle, authorities said. Pierce County sheriff’s spokesman Sgt. Ed Troyer said police found two 5-gallon gasoline cans inside. One was used to spread gas throughout the house. The other was found near the bodies. Troyer said Josh Powell sent emails to several people saying, “I’m sorry. Goodbye.” To others, including his cousins and pastor, he sent longer emails, with instructions such as where to find his money and how to shut off his utilities.

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An investigator walks through debris Monday at the home where Josh Powell and his two sons died Sunday.

In at least one email, he wrote that he couldn’t live without his boys, Troyer said. But, he added, “there’s no indication about Susan in anything that we’ve found so far.”

“He had taken boxes of toys and books and donated them to the goodwill sometime over the weekend,” Troyer said. “So this was definitely a deliberate, planned-out event.”

WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama levied tough new sanctions on Iran’s Central Bank on Monday amid increased tensions over Tehran’s nuclear program and the specter of an Israeli attack on the Islamic republic. In a letter to Congress, Obama said more sanctions were warranted, “particularly in light Obama of the deceptive practices cites “deof the Central ceptive Bank of Iran and other Ira- practices nian banks.” of the CenHe said the tral Bank problems included the hid- of Iran and ing of transacother Irations of sanctioned parties, nian the deficien- banks.” cies of Iran’s anti-money laundering regime and the unacceptably high risk posed to the entire international financial system posed by Iran’s activities. The Central Bank sanctions were included as an amendment in the wide-ranging defense bill that Obama signed into law at the end of the year. The White House said Obama signed the executive order enforcing the sanctions on Sunday. The stronger sanctions come as the White House tries to ratchet up pressure on Iran to abandon its nuclear program and dissuade Israel from launching a unilateral strike on Iran, a move that could roil the Middle East and jolt the global economy. Obama said Sunday he does not believe Israel has yet decided whether to attack Iran and still believes a diplomatic solution is possible. Iran insists that its nuclear pursuit is for peaceful purposes, but the West accuses Tehran of developing the know-how to build a nuclear bomb. Defense Secretary Leon Panetta last week would not dispute a report that he believes Israel may attack Iran this spring in an attempt to set back the Islamic republic’s nuclear program. The White House said Monday that the timing of the stricter sanctions was unrelated to the prospect of an Israeli attack. A Treasury Department statement said Monday the new sanctions underscore that the administration is determined to hold Iran accountable for meeting international obligations over its nuclear program.


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FRANCIS C. HALL, 67, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away Saturday, February 4, 2012, at home. He was born in Pittston, a son of the late Lehman and the late Alice Hall. He graduated from Jenkins Township High School and earned an associate’s degree in business from Luzerne County Community College. He worked for many years at the Wilkes-Barre General Hospital as a unit secretary and was a member of Christ Community Church, Kingston. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers Robert and Ernie Aksomitus. Surviving are a sister, Mary O’Brien, Inkerman, and a brother, Philip Aksomitus, Street, Md., and several nieces and nephews. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are by the Kizis-Lokuta Funeral Home, Pittston. MARIE RAMSEY, 94, of Washington Square Apartments, Wilkes-Barre, passed away on Monday, February 6, 2012, at the Little Flower Manor in WilkesBarre. Funeral arrangements are pending from the Nat & Gawlas Funeral Home, 89 Park Ave., Wilkes-Barre. PETER D. OLIVER, 36, of Plains Township, died unexpectedly Sunday evening, February 5, 2012, in Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Plains Township. Funeral arrangements are pending from the Lehman Family Funeral Service Inc., 689 Hazle Ave., Wilkes-Barre. LOUISE (GOLEMBIEWSKI) SMITHONIC, 84, passed away Monday, February 6, 2012, at Riverside Rehab and Nursing Center, Taylor. Funeral arrangements are pending Kiesinger Funeral Services Inc., 255 McAlpine St., Duryea. THERESA F. (ZAVADA) WASSIL, 83, formerly of Falls, passed away Saturday evening, February 4, 2012, in the Bethesda Care Center of Fremont, Ohio. Arrangements are pending from the Metcalfe and Shaver Funeral Home Inc., 504 Wyoming Avenue, Wyoming. RONALD E. SHAGER, a resident of West Pittston, died Monday, February 6, 2012, at his home. Funeral arrangements will be announced by the H. Merritt Hughes Funeral Home Inc., a Golden Rule Funeral Home, 211 Luzerne Ave., West Pittston.

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elen T. Kupinewicz, 93, of Park Towers, Nanticoke, passed away early Monday, February 6, 2012, at The Laurels, Kingston. She was born July 20, 1918, in Nanticoke and was the daughter of the late Stanley & Stella Grevera. Helen attended Nanticoke schools and was a member of the former St. Francis Church, Nanticoke. Prior to retirement, she was employed as a factory worker by General Cigar in Nanticoke, and also a housewife. She was preceded in death, in addition to her parents, by her husband, Michael Kupinewicz; brother Frank Grevera, and a sister, Agnes Wisniewski. Presently surviving are sons, Donald, New Wales, Pa.; Robert and wife Theresa, Mountain Top; daughter, Sylvia Walters, Kingston; brothers Stanley, Levittown, Pa.; Edward, New Jersey; nine grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren. A Memorial Mass will be held Friday, February 10, 2012 at St. Faustina Parish, primary site, Nanticoke, at 10 a.m. with interment in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Hanover Township. There will be no prior calling hours. Arrangements are by Grontkowski Funeral Home P.C., 51-53 West Green Street, Nanticoke.

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2012 at the Bonham Nursing Center, Stillwater. Pat, as she was affectionately known, graduated from Orangeville Vocational School in 1942 with Academic Honors. She was co-captain of the O. V. S. Girls Basketball Team. Their rival team, Benton, kept them from a perfect season in 1941. Pat trained at Geisinger Hospital in Danville as a medical secretary. She later worked for a doctor in Columbus, Ohio. She married James C. Meeker in 1952 and they enjoyed 50 years of married life together. They were blessed with one son, Steven Paul, who was born in 1954 and died in 1966; two step-sons, Harry LeRoy, who was born in 1939 and died in 1998; James J. Meeker and his wife, Jean, who reside in Huntington Mills; three granddaughters, Leslie Hennigan and her husband, Richard; Chaplain Major Karen L. Meeker; Kathleen Puso and her husband, Jason; and four great-grandchildren. She was also blessed with two beautiful sisters and a brother, John "Jack" Conner, deceased; Molly Curilla, deceased; and Mary Burns, living in Naples, Florida; seven nieces and one nephew and their extended families. Her parents were the late L. Clair Conner and Bertha (Welsh) Conner, both of Orangeville. Pat had many dear friends in Leesburg, Florida, and Huntington Mills, where she had been active in church choirs and women’s groups. She was a member of the United Methodist Women at the Town Hill United Methodist Church, which was her home church. She also sang in the church

choir and served as pianist. She came back home from Florida approximately four years ago to reside at Bonham Nursing Center in Stillwater. Bonham’s was truly home as they provided wonderful care for Pat. The staff was professional and very caring. Bonham Nursing Center has a beautiful country setting with deer and wild birds to for the residents to enjoy. The family would also like to thank the staff from Columbia Montour Home Hospice for their loving support in Pat’s final week before receiving her extended life with no more suffering or pain. There will be a Memorial Service Saturday, February 11, 2012 at 11 a.m. at the Town Hill United Methodist Church with Pat’s granddaughter, Chaplain Major Karen L. Meeker, officiating. There will be a luncheon served for family and friends at the church following the services. Arrangements are under the direction of the McMichael Funeral Home Inc., Benton. For online condolences, please visit our website: www.mcmichaelfuneralhome.com.

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whose lives she impacted daily. Her favorite song and what seemed to be her life motto was “I Hope You Dance’’ by Lee Anne Womack. Debbie is survived by her husband, Frank; her sons, Frank and his wife, Alison, Mountain Top; Michael, Hollywood, Calif; Mark, sophomore at Penn State University, State College; daughter Kaitlin Brown and husband Tyler, Philadelphia; father, Edward Roadway, Mountain Top; sisters, Sue O’Bryne and husband Fred, and Lori Roadway, Mountain Top; in-laws, Frank and Adeline Orloski; many brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, and 15 nieces and nephews. The funeral will be held on Friday, February 10, at 9:15 a.m. from McCune Funeral Home, 80 S. Mountain Blvd., Mountain Top, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. at St. Jude’s Church, Mountain Top. Interment will take place at the convenience of the family. Friends may call on Thursday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate memorial donations be made to St. Jude’s Church Building Fund, South Mountain Boulevard, Mountain Top. View obituaries online at mccunefuneralserviceinc.com.

Otto Skovronsky February 4, 2012 Skovronsky, of Keelersburg O tto Road, Tunkhannock, died at his

home on Saturday evening February 4, 2012. He was born in Tunkhannock on May 3, 1924, son of the late Joseph and Mary Lulewicz Skovronsky. Otto was a1943 graduate of Tunkhannock High School, Army veteran and, prior to his retirement, he was employed by No.1 Contracting Company as a Bridge Superintendent for 38 years. He was preceded in death by brothers, Thomas and Leo Skovronsky; sisters, Alice Nametko, Marie Madigovich, Marjorie Duffy, Genevieve Padgett. Surviving are his wife of 64 years, Betty Hoover Skovronsky; sons, Robert and wife Patty Skovronsky; Steven and wife Shawn, both of Tunkhannock; daughter Nancy and husband Chester Golden of Meshoppen; sisters, Catherine Dugan of Branchville, N.J.; Sylvia Staton of Mountain Top; grandchildren, Rachel Bandarenko, Karen Daerau, Meredith Spencer, Nicholas Puza, Evan Skovronsky and James Wynd, and seven great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held on Saturday February 11, 2012 at 11 a.m. from the Sheldon-Kukuchka Funeral Home Inc, 73 W. Tioga St., Tunkhannock, with Pastor Da-

as crucial as any other part of the childbirth process. According to Dr. Chung, medicine had been an integral part of his life. He loved people, but, especially towards the end, he loved sharing time with his family and only grandchild. He was preceded in death by his daughter Charlene Lisa Chung, who died in 1989. He is survived by his wife, Helen Chung; his daughter Christine Zuba, and his granddaughter, Charlene Zuba. He is also survived by his four younger sisters. Funeral will be held Friday at 9 a.m. from the Mamary-Durkin Funeral Service, 59 Parish St., WilkesBarre. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 9:45 a.m. in St. Anthony of Padua Church (St. Barbara’s Parish), Exeter. Interment will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Hanover Township. Friends may call at the funeral home Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to the Charlene Lisa Chung Memorial Scholarship at Wyoming Seminary College Preparatory School in Kingston.

ita (Callahan) Mariani, of Exeter, passed away February 5, 2012, in Exeter. She was born September 3, 1925, Pittston, daughter of the late Raymond and Jesse (Harrison) Callahan. Her husband, Leo Mariani, died in 1995. She was also preceded in death by brother Raymond Callahan and sister Margaret Catell. Surviving are son, Leo, and wife Sylvia Mariani. She also survived by her dog, GiGi, whom she so loved and adored. Funeral Services are entrusted to Graziano Funeral Home Inc., Pittston Township.Viewing hours will be held on Wednesday, February 8, 2012 from 5 to 7 p.m. Funeral services will begin at the funeral home on Thursday, February 9, 2012 at 9 a.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held from St. Barbara’s Parish (St.

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Cecelia’s R.C. Church), Exeter, at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, February 9, 2012. Interment will follow at Memorial Shrine Park of Northeastern Pa., Carverton. Online condolences may be made at www.grazianofuneralhomes.com.

Maria Santoro February 3, 2012 Santoro, of East State M aria Street, Nanticoke, passed away

Friday at the Guardian Eldercare, Newport Township. Born on July 14, 1919, in Bari, Italy, she was the daughter of the late Giovanni and Veronica Maisto Berlen. Mrs. Santoro came to America in 1973, residing in New York until coming to Nanticoke to live with her daughter Angela in 1990. She was a professional seamstress. Mrs. Santoro was a member of St. Faustina’s Parish, Nanticoke. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rocco, on Nov. 7, 2006; son-in-law, Giuseppe Pignataro, on Sept. 2, 1990, and sisters Filomena, Catherine, Rita and Rosa. Surviving are her daughter, Angela Pignataro; granddaughter, Mrs. Giuseppe (Giovanna) Tomasino; great-granddaughter, Sophia, all of Nanticoke; sister Colomba; nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held

Thursday at 10:30 a.m. from the Stanley S. Stegura Funeral Home Inc., 614 S. Hanover St., Nanticoke, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. in the main site of St. Faustina’s Parish, 520 S. Hanover St., Nanticoke. Interment will be in Holy Trinity Cemetery, Newport Township. Friends may call Wednesday from 2 to 5 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m.

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vid Stucky, Pastor of the Community Bible Church, officiating. Interment will be in Memorial Shrine Cemetery, Carverton. Friends may call at the funeral home from 9 a.m. until the time of service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.sheldonkukuchkafunearlhome.com.

Mary (Cebula) Koytek, 78, of Taylor, passed away Saturday, February 4, at Riverside Rehab and Nursing Center, Taylor. She was born in Dupont, on March 28, 1933 and was the daughter of the late Stanley and Helen (Karkut) Cebula. Mary was a member of Nativity Of Our Lord Parish Church, Duryea. She attended Dupont schools, and throughout her life worked in the local garment industry. In addition to her parents, her brothers John and Stanley Cebula, preceded her in death. Mary is survived by her husband of 58 years, Stanley A. Koytek; her sons, Stanley J., of Taylor; Ronald, of Duryea, and David Koytek, of Altoona. Her brother Andrew Cebula, of Avoca; sister, Rosalie Dudeck, of Plains; six grandchildren and several nieces and nephews also survive Mary. Funeral services will be held Thursday, February 9, at 9 a.m. from Kiesinger Funeral Services Inc., 255 McAlpine St., Duryea, with Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. at Holy Rosary Church, 127 Stephenson St., Duryea, with Fr. Charles Rokosz officiating. Friends may call Wednesday, February 8, from 5 to 8 p.m. Interment will be held at Holy Rosary Cemetery. Online condolences may be made to www.kiesingerfuneralservices.com.

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February 4, 2012 ebbie Orloski, loving wife, amazing mother and loyal friend to many, passed away unexpectedly, yet seemingly peaceful, at home on Saturday evening, February 4, 2012. Debbie, daughter of Edward Roadway and the late Patricia Roadway, had been a Mountain Top resident since 1971. Debbie graduated from Crestwood High School in 1975 and proceeded to Edinboro University, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in art. After college, Debbie worked for numerous advertising agencies, achieving both local and national recognition. It was during this time that she reconnected with an old high school friend, Frank Orloski Jr., of Mountain Top. The couple married in 1981 at St. Jude’s Church in Mountain Top. Debbie and Frank enjoyed 30 wonderful years together; most of this time was happily shared with their four loving children. The family made annual trips to the Maine coast, Scottsdale, Arizona; Avalon, New Jersey; they are blessed with countless memories of good times spent with both family and friends. Debbie was always on the go. She was passionate about life and lived it to its fullest. She was an active member of St. Jude’s Parish, taught a fifth-grade CCD class and volunteered at the Mountain Top Hose Co.’s annual bazaars. Debbie will be remembered for her warm heart, her extreme optimism and her sincere devotion to family and friends. She was always eager and willing to aid any friend in a time of need, even at a moment’s notice. Her generosity and selflessness were unparalleled. For Debbie, the needs of others ALWAYS came first. She surrounded herself with those she loved, and so many loved her in return. Debbie will be deeply missed by those

February 4, 2012

eloved obstetrician and gynecologist Dr. Hiyoung (Charles) B Chung has passed away peacefully

in Florida on February 3, 2012, at the age of 78. Dr. Chung, better known to many as “Doc,” practiced medicine in the Wyoming Valley for over 40 years and delivered more than 7,000 babies. He began his practice in 1968 as a member of the medical staff at the former Wyoming Valley Hospital and Mercy Hospital in WilkesBarre. He also served as the medical director and a member of the board of trustees at the former NPW Medical Center, which is now known as Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center. Dr. Chung earned both his undergraduate and medical degrees from the Seoul National University of Korea. He finished an internship at St. Mary’s Hospital in Hoboken, N.J. He completed his residencies at St. Luke’s Hospital in Bethlehem and at St. John’s General Hospital in New Foundland. He also did his fellowship at the Worchester Foundation for Experimental Biology in Shrewsbury, Md., and specialized in reproductive endocrinology and physiology from 1963-1964. At the same time, he served on the board of directors for the Luzerne County Housing Corporation and the Community Cancer Corporation. His memberships included: Luzerne County Medical Society, Pennsylvania Medical Society, the American Medical Association, the American Fertility Society, the Catholic Youth Center and the Wilkes-Barre Lions Club. Dr. Chung earned the respect of his peers and colleagues as well as the love from the many moms who benefited from his medical expertise. He felt that managing pain was

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CHROPOWICKI – June, Mass of Christian Burial 9:30 a.m. Wednesday in Holy Rosary Church, Duryea. Friends may call 6 to 8 p.m. today at the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main St., Duryea. Family and friends are asked to go directly to the church the morning of the funeral. CONWAY – Joan, celebration of life 10:30 a.m. Thursday in McLaughlin’s – The Family Funeral Service, 142 S. Washington St., WilkesBarre. Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. in the Church of St. Aloysius, Wilkes-Barre. Friends may call 9 to 10:30 a.m. DAVIS – Naomi, funeral 11 a.m. today in the Richard H. Disque Funeral Home, Inc., 2940 Memorial Highway, Dallas. HOSEY – Leonard, Mass of Christian Burial 9:30 a.m. Wednesday in St. Ignatius Church, Maple Street, Kingston. There will be no

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calling hours. LETOSKI – Frank, funeral 10 a.m. Wednesday in the Harold C. Snowdon Funeral Home Inc., 140 N. Main St., Shavertown. Friends may call 4 to 7 p.m. today at the funeral home. LOPUHOVSKY – Alyce, funeral 9:30 a.m. Wednesday in the Bednarski Funeral Home, 168 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming. Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in Holy Trinity Church, Swoyersville. Friends may call 5 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home. PETRILLO – Lucy, funeral 9 a.m. Thursday in the Nat & Gawlas Funeral Home, 89 Park Ave., Wilkes-Barre. Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in St. Nicholas Church, Wilkes-Barre. Friends may call 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

odger Wesley Killian, of Shickshinny, went home to be with the Lord and his savior on Sunday, February 5, 2012 at Geisinger Hospital ICU, Danville. He was surrounded by his family and friends. Born in Shickshinny, on September 9, 1936, he was the son of the late Charles and Grace (Ridall) Killian. He was a graduate of Shickshinny High School and served in the National Guard. He had many physical jobs throughout his life. He was last employed by Huffy Bike Company, prior to his failing health in 1993. He loved his family and spent a lifetime showing his love for them. He also enjoyed nature and the outdoors. He bridged this gap by teaching his children and grandchildren to hunt and fish. He also taught them about conservation. He had a special relationship with his youngest grandson, Wesley, whom he did not have a chance to teach some of these things due to his failing health. He was a member of Bible Baptist Church, Shickshinny. He also enjoyed carpentry and woodworking. He made a hobby out of model airplanes, motorcycles and cars. He was preceded in death by his son, Rodger “Tinker” Killian, in 1993; son-in-law, David Wojciechowicz, in 1996; brothers C. Edwin and Leroy Killian; sister-in-law Yvonne Killian; and nephew Richard Killian. He is survived by his devoted wife, Janet (Carter) Killian, with whom he celebrated 55 years of marriage on January 19. He is also survived by his loving daughters, Sue Beaver and her husband, Brett, Mocanaqua; Kelly Sweet and her husband, Dallas, Glen Lyon; Nikki Seigfried and her husband, Michael, of Shickshinny; 15 grandchildren, four great grandchildren; sister, Emily Culver, and her husband, Paul, Shickshinny; brother Thomas and his wife, Judy, Buckhorn; as well as many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held on Thursday at 11 a.m. from Heller Funeral Home, 633 East Third Street, Nescopeck, with Daniel Potter officiating. Interment will be in Sorber Cemetery, Reyburn, Pa. Friends may call Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. or Thursday from 10 a.m. until time of service at the funeral home.

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WILKES-BARRE – A Luzerne County deputy sheriff is denying charges that she threatened her former domestic partner at a tavern on Blackman Street. City police on Monday filed charges of terroristic threats and harassment against Mary Jean Farrell, 51, of Mountain Top, with District Judge Rick Cronauer in Wilkes-Barre. Farrell was charged after her former partner, Jennifer Roberts, a former deputy sheriff, claimed she was threatened on Jan. 24. The two women ended their relationship in early 2011.

as a bartender at the Pitcher’s Mound. “Jen called me to bring a microwave to her, and I told her I’m not bringing anything to your house,” Farrell said. “She said bring it to my place of work. I thought, great, it’s a public place.” Farrell said she arrived at the tavern and called Roberts to say she was outside. Farrell entered the kitchen to say hello to a mutual friend, Terri Vesek. Farrell said that after she entered the tavern, Roberts gave her a menu that included a cheeseburger made the way she enjoys the food. “That flipped me off. It’s listed on the menu of how I eat my cheeseburger,” Farrell said. “I told

friend. I will (expletive) you so bad, you will pay for everything you have done to cost me my kids for three months and all the money you cost me to get them back,” according to the criminal complaint against Farrell. Vesek, in a written statement to police, said she heard Farrell threatening to “bury” Roberts and Roberts’ girlfriend. Roberts could not be reached for comment on Monday. Farrell said Sheriff John Gilligan called her Monday to tell her she was suspended and to surrender her badge and weapon pending a termination hearing. Gilligan said Monday afternoon that Farrell has not worked for nearly a year due to a disability.

rell’s girlfriend Sheila Sult on July 22. Farrell is a witness against Roberts and testified against her former partner at the preliminary hearing. Roberts is facing aggravated assault charges in county court for allegedly holding Sult over a chair and punching her several times inside Sult’s residence, according to the criminal complaint and court records. “She told me ‘You didn’t have to testify against me,’ ” Farrell said. “I told her, ‘You did this. I saw you.’ ” Farrell said she left the tavern and did not threaten Roberts. Roberts told police Farrell threatened her saying, “I’m going Edward Lewis, a Times Leader staff to get you, you and your girl- writer, may be reached at 829-7196.

Dramatic cuts in Pa. state budget expected Gov. Corbett to announce plan today that will call for more sacrifice, officials say. By MARC LEVY Associated Press

HARRISBURG — Top state senators say they expect Gov. Tom Corbett to propose a budget plan today that relies on cuts in spending for education and social services to balance sluggish tax collections and the rising costs of pensions and debt. “It will be a bare bones-type

of a budget presentation,” Senate Majority Leader Dominic Pileggi said Monday. “I don’t expect to see programs or new spending of any sort.” Pileggi, R-Delaware, and Senate President Pro Tempore Joe Scarnati, R-Jefferson, both said that Republicans who control the Senate have no interest in raising taxes to ease the sting of cuts to education and services for the poor, disabled and elderly. Scarnati said Pennsylvanians should be prepared for a debate on how best to use existing tax dollars, and he warned that the

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cuts in Corbett’s budget proposal would be “dramatic” and “difficult.” For now, top Corbett administration officials have declined to discuss what the Republican governor will propose in the budget for the 2012-13 fiscal year that begins July 1. Corbett’s budget plan is expected to propose spending of about $27 billion, approximately the same level as this year. Corbett, who campaigned on a pledge not to increase taxes, pushed through a 3 percent spending reduction for this fis-

cal year to address a multibillion-dollar deficit. The current budget cut more than $1 billion in aid for public schools and universities, including Penn State, and cut taxes for businesses. Last month, he ordered a mid-year spending freeze of less than 1 percent that left the budget at $26.9 billion this year — about the same amount that was spent in the 2007-08 fiscal year. Business advocates are pressing again this year for more tax cuts.

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Woman charged in gun thefts, forgery captured Michelle Lynn Beagle, 33, was wanted on a series of charges by area police.

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lowed to stay by the homeowners until she was evicted in early January 2011. City police allege Beagle also cashed a few stolen checks at a Bank of America branch on South Main Street. Beagle was arraigned Friday by District Judge David Barilla in Swoyersville on five counts of forgery, four counts of theft and a single count of criminal attempt to commit forgery, which were filed by Kingston police. Barilla set bail at $5,000 and Beagle was returned to the Northampton County Jail. Beagle has not been arraigned on related charges filed by Wilkes-Barre police and on burglary charges filed by state police at Wyoming. State police allege Beagle, Kristopher Lamb, 29, and Todd Junevitz, 33, stole two shotguns and a rifle from a Plymouth Township residence on Sept. 17, 2010, and sold the guns at a sporting goods store in Nanticoke. Arrest records allege Beagle purchased heroin with proceeds from the sale. Lamb pleaded guilty to theft and was sentenced in June to 169 days time served in jail. Junevitz pleaded guilty to prohibited possession of a firearm and was sentenced in August to three to six years in state prison, court records say. Beagle is scheduled for a preliminary hearing on Wednesday before District Judge Paul Roberts in Kingston.

KINGSTON – A woman who eluded authorities for 18 months on charges she stole guns during a burglary and cashed forged checks was captured last week by state police in Northampton County. Michelle Lynn Beagle, 33, last known address as Taylor, was wanted on a series of charges by police in Kingston and WilkesBarre and by state police at Wyoming. Beagle was arrested by state police on Thursday in Belfast on charges of receiving stolen property and driving with a suspended license. As the arrest was processed, authorities learned Beagle had active warrants in Luzerne County. Kingston police allege Beagle forged four checks she cashed at the Bank of America branch on Wyoming Avenue in December 2010 and January 2011, for a total of $690, according to the criminal complaint. Beagle allegedly tried to cash another forged check in the amount of $200 at the same bank branch on Jan. 10, 2011. She ran out of the bank when the teller learned the check was stolen. Wilkes-Barre police say the checks Beagle cashed were stolen from a residence on South Edward Lewis, a Times Leader staff Franklin Street, where she was al- writer, may be reached at 829-7196.


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Police obtained a video surveillance system that may have captured the assault. Mieczkowski and Wells have filed separate civil lawsuits against the tavern and owner Paul Halliday. Wells was beaten with a pool stick when he tried to help Mieczkowski, police said. Halliday could not be reached for comment Monday. Citations filed against the tavern on Monday add to 16 others since 2004, according to online records maintained by the state Liquor Control Board. The LCB ordered the tavern to shut down after a series of administrative citations but

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successful appeals by Halliday allowed the business to stay open. In the latest appeal, a threemember panel of the LCB objected to renewing the liquor license in September based upon the 16 citations and nine disturbances at or near the tavern. Under a conditional agreement signed on Dec. 6, Halliday pledged to remain in compliance with the liquor code and to employ a security guard every Friday and Saturday from 10 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. State police allege the tavern did not adhere to the agreement on Dec. 20 and Jan. 1. While the news release does not specify the agreement violations, police said Mieczkowski was slashed on Jan. 1 and PETE G. WILCOX/THE TIMES LEADER Lee David Antonik, 35, allegedly assaulted Vincent Rodriguez The Prospect Street Cafe in Nanticoke, where police say Jen with a pool stick on Dec. 20. Mieczkowski was slashed with a box cutter on Jan. 1.

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assaulted a woman over a 10year-period said in court papers filed Monday he is appealing his sentence to a higher court beWILKES-BARRE – A city cause of several errors he says woman pleaded guilty Monday were made before and during his to a reckless endangerment trial. charge in an incident where Ralph E. Lewis, 34, of Plains police say they were called to a Township, was convicted in July residence where a toddler was of 26 charges relating to the case, on the roof. in which prosecutors said the Amber Miller, 22, of Madison Street, was also sentenced Mon- assault began in 1993 when the now-27-year-old woman was 8, day to 12 months probation by and resulted in the birth of two County Senior Judge Joseph children. He was later sentenced Augello. to the lengthy prison term. According to court papers, in Lewis said in court papers October 2010, police responded to a call that a toddler was on the filed Monday through his attorney Nanda Palissery that his roof of a Madison Street home. appeal should be granted bePolice said that when they arcause a judge did not suppress rived they did not see a toddler DNA evidence, and because a on the roof, and when questioning Miller, she said she wasn’t aware her then-3-year-old may have been on the roof. Police said they found an open window and no screen on the second floor of the home.

witness called to testify said the statements of another witness were false and the criminal complaint filed against him did not include that information. WILKES-BARRE – A man and woman charged for their roles in manufacturing and trafficking methamphetamine in Luzerne and Columbia counties waived their right to a formal arraignment Monday. Donna Kocher, 52, of WilkesBarre, and Glen Kocher, 49, of Wilkes-Barre, waived their arraignments on 13 counts each. They are both represented by attorney Demetrius Fannick. The Kochers were among several people charged in June for their alleged roles in the case

in which 17 meth labs were dismantled. Investigators say there were eight organizations that did not work as one single group but independently to produce and provide enough methamphetamine for individuals within their groups. Meth labs were uncovered in Wilkes-Barre, Newport Township, Dorrance Township, Nescopeck Township, Nanticoke, Edwardsville, Hollenback Township and Beach Haven, according to the state Office of the Attorney General. Agents allege they found large amounts of methamphetamine, chemicals, medications and generators at the labs.

Man is sentenced on firearms charges

James David Oko Jr., of White Haven, received two to six years in state prison. By SHEENA DELAZIO sdelazio@timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE – A White Haven man was sentenced Monday to two to six years in state prison on charges he attempted to sell several guns and participated in the burglary of a home to obtain guns that could be sold to support a heroin addiction. James David Oko, Jr., 30, of Indian Lake Trail, was sentenced on charges of criminal conspiracy to sell or transfer a firearm and criminal conspiracy to commit burglary by county Senior Judge Kenneth Brown. Oko pleaded guilty to the firearms-related charge Monday and the burglary-related charges in December. Oko’s attorney, Mark Bufalino, said his client has had a longtime battle with drug addiction, and that half a dozen crimes committed in the last five years were drugrelated. Oko said he has been clean for a number of months while incarcerated, and he hopes to seek rehabilitation to improve his life. Oko was charged in May 2010 after a Bear Creek Township man reported to police that his residence had been entered and two

handguns were stolen. Frankelli said he discovered a .22-caliber pistol and .357-caliber revolver missing from his home, and a window to his home was open. Police were able to identify the two men as Oko and David Pascucci, 29, of Wilkes-Barre. Pascucci pleaded guilty in October 2010 to two related charges and was sentenced that December to nine to18 months in county prison followed by three years probation. In the most recent incident, police said that on June 26, 2011they were contacted by a police informant, a convicted felon, who told police Oko had contacted him to sell pistols and assault rifles. The informant told police Oko said he was selling two assault rifles and a few pistols for $3,000, and that the guns belonged to his father. Police said the informant spoke with James David Oko, Sr., 54, of Trucksville, who gave the informant details on the weapons and said he would sell three pistols and an AR-15 assault rifle for $1,300. Oko Sr. pleaded guilty in November to a charge of criminal use of a communication facility and was sentenced on Jan. 24 to 18 months in the county’s Intermediate Punishment Program, with the first six months on house arrest with an electronic monitor.

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OUR OPINION: NATURAL GAS

Hasty drill bill deeply disturbing

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OWER BROKERS IN Harrisburg have concocted another sweetheart deal for Pennsylvania’s natural gas drillers, and as you learn the specifics, you should be hearing alarm bells. If so, respond quickly; you and like-minded residents don’t have much time to stop this travesty. Alarm bell 1: Gov. Tom Corbett’s office and a handful of House and Senate leaders reportedly negotiated their plan over a matter of weeks in closeddoor sessions. Republicans didn’t notify rank-and-file lawmakers about the deal until Saturday night, much less include them in analysis, discussion and debate. Such secrecy rarely spawns good public policy. Alarm bell 2: GOP leaders, after announcing the pending deal on the eve of the Super Bowl, intend to rush the package to the House floor for a vote as early as today. By now, the Senate already might have acted. So much for gauging the public’s views. Ditto for thoughtful deliberation. It seems that when it comes to the well-being of Pennsylvania’s Marcellus Shale industry and its impacts on the Keystone State, residents are simply supposed to accept this hastily passed package. Shall we call it “CorbettCare”? Alarm bell 3: Pennsylvania’s natural gas will be siphoned away for a bargain-basement price. The plan calls for the drillers to pay an “impact fee” far below the average tax rates levied

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in other gas-producing states. That’s good for the companies and their stockholders, but not so good for state residents. By failing to enact a tax in recent years, Pennsylvania already has forfeited an estimated $300 million, according to one tally. Alarm bell 4: Under the plan, counties that host drilling would have the option of imposing the fee. This potentially could pit counties against one another and also expose officials in rural, Northern Tier communities to pressure from drilling proponents. In short, it seems like a built-in mechanism to quash the fee. Alarm bell 5: The state intends to use certain revenue from impact fees and state forest drilling royalties for a hodgepodge of purposes, including bridge repairs and the purchase of natural-gas fleet vehicles, according to an Associated Press report. In other words, rather than dedicate the money to remediate troubles caused by drilling, some of it will be used to plug holes in the state budget. Getting lawmakers hooked on this new – and temporary – revenue stream is horrible idea. If bothered by one or more aspects of this Marcellus Shale legislative package, call your state elected officials today – before this pre-Valentine’s Day madness becomes law.

QUOTE OF THE DAY “Knowing who is making decisions at any given time inside of Iran is tough.” Barack Obama The president said the United States has a “very good estimate” of when Iran could complete work on a nuclear weapon, but during an interview broadcast on NBC Monday he cautioned that there are still many unanswered questions about Tehran’s inner workings.

OTHER OPINION: ASSET CHECK

Pa. rightly revises food stamp test

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FTER A BLIZZARD of criticism on its proposal to reinstate an asset test for food stamp eligibility, the administration of Gov. Tom Corbett decided Wednesday to replace its harsh initial standard with something humane. It was the right thing to do. As noted in an earlier PostGazette editorial, there is nothing wrong with the state checking a food stamp applicant’s assets, along with income, to determine eligibility. In fact, Pennsylvania had done so until 2008. But the current Department of Public Welfare wanted to give food stamps to no one younger than age 60 with more than $2,000 in savings or other assets, and to no one older than EDITORIAL BOARD

60 with more than $3,250. That was way too low. Now it wants the savings cutoff for those younger than 60 to be $5,500 and for those older or disabled to be $9,000 – numbers that are very close to the Post-Gazette’s proposal on Jan. 11. Exempt from the total would be a person’s home, car, household contents, burial plot, life insurance and pension plan. Counted toward the limit would be cash, bank accounts, stocks, bonds and additional vehicles. This is a more realistic test of need, and the Corbett administration deserves credit for listening to Pennsylvanians and revising its plan. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

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Political parrying to blame for reapportionment mess THE RECENT Pennsylvania Supreme Court decision should teach us one thing about the reapportionment process: There is too much party control. Redistricting is supposed to be based on census data and population changes to help balance out uneven districts. Instead, it has become a political tool for the majority party to gain an upper hand over its opposition. Both parties are to blame for this mess. Democrats have done it in the past, and this year it’s the Republicans using reapportionment to their advantage. They sought to manipulate districts in order to strengthen Republicans’ re-election bids and challenge vulnerable Democrats. To do this, many Democratic municipalities got reapportioned out of these districts and placed into one heavily Democratic territory where Republicans already have conceded victory. This political chess match results in partisan districts, partisan politicians and partisan stalemate. We see this in Harrisburg all the time: legislators unwilling to meet in the middle and compromise for the common good, because it’s not in their self-interests. With these heavy red and blue districts, the legislator representing this area has to stay partisan and hold the line for the “best interest of their constituents.” Politicians seemingly aren’t looking for compromise, they are looking toward their re-elections, and they won’t get re-elected if they don’t represent their district properly. It stifles debate and leads to bad governance.

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COMMENTARY AARON KAUFER We need to reform this system. As a Republican candidate, I would like to praise the leadership of Sen. Lisa Boscola, D-Bethlehem, and parts of Senate Bill 650, co-sponsored by Sen. John Yudichak, DNanticoke, and Sen. Lisa Baker, R-Lehman Township. The bill includes five considerations by which a district will be created: ideal population, municipal boundaries, contiguous territory, compactness and communities of interest. It also would prohibit reapportionment based on the address of incumbent legislators, previous election results and, most important, party affiliation. Lastly, the bill calls for a full-time Legislative Reapportionment Bureau in hopes of fixing the partisan nature of this issue. Although I agree with most of this bill, I do not believe a separate full-time Legislative Reapportionment Bureau is necessary for a job that is done only once a decade. Instead, we should look to other models that have had success. In Iowa, a separate nonlegislative staff draws the map and the legislature votes on it. In California, a panel of state residents picked by the state auditor handles the map-drawing. Both models have been lauded by numerous independent agencies.

It is important to note that these changes in Iowa and California happened only due to mounting public pressure. Finally that same pressure exists in Pennsylvania, and we must make the necessary changes for a better governmental model. I ask you this: Just because we’ve done something one way for such a long time, does it make it right? I say no. The reapportionment process must be reformed. Our democracy is at the mercy of partisan politics, and it’s time for a change. The Legislature can remedy this with a constitutional amendment, but I would also support a constitutional convention. This can be a faster and more efficient way to begin this reform process. Let’s hear what the citizens have to say. My father once told me that it’s better to agree for the common good than to disagree for no good. Politicians should heed that advice. The reapportionment process is a perfect example, but only one of the many examples of partisan politics that permeate our system. We need a voice to stand up to this political culture of Harrisburg. I hope to be that voice. Aaron Kaufer, a Kingston resident, is a Republican candidate running for the state House of Representatives in the 120th District.

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his is in response to a letter to the editor in the Jan. 30 edition. To the person who wrote that senior drivers should be re-tested every five years, there are a few things you should know. First, we can read the road signs quite well. See, we wear our glasses; and if we had cataracts, they were removed and we can now see perfectly. We use our turn signals as everyone should. We use our seat belts. We don’t use cell phones when we are driving. We don’t text when we are driving. We rarely use the radio, etc. We don’t drink and drive; at least most of us don’t. If the police want us to pull over, we pull over – not lead them on a chase. We don’t eat when we’re driving. I have been driving since I was 16 years old. When I took my driving test, it wasn’t behind the police barracks, it was in the heart of Buffalo, N.Y., on the busy streets. And, yes, it was scary. Maybe if the state changed the testing area and took these junior drivers out into very busy traffic to do their driving tests,

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you’d see a big difference in younger drivers. Claire Lowe Warrior Run

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he concerned citizens (aka “watchdogs”) have in my opinion come on a bit too robust. Kind of like a runaway train (runaway fire truck). One example is the travel expenses and related credit card use. As a CEO I have had to – yes, had to – attend seminars both in and out of state. It was necessary at times to send board

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members and staff. We were careful on numbers and frequency. We also evaluated the information gathered to determine if we would return to that convention or seminar. Attendance at these types of activities affords the opportunity to have valuable interaction with counterparts who might be facing the same challenges in their cities or school districts. There are problems that cannot always be solved in a workshop or presentation. That face-toface discussion with a counterpart is how we solved it. Another consideration is that the awarding of state and federal grants often comes with the requirement to attend implementation and evaluation workshops, which are not always paid for by the grantor. In my opinion, the amount of money expended by the city in recent years, or the $10,000 earmarked in the budget for travel for a city this size, is not out of line. Two people taking a trip two months prior to leaving office is not acceptable. It appears that our “watchdogs” are playing gotcha. Don’t get me wrong; we need this activity – as long as it does not go overboard. Richard A. Holodick Wilkes-Barre


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percent, from an actual $28.6 million last year to $26.9 million this year, according to Pribula’s summary. Judicial branches will end up with a 3.17 percent increase overall, receiving $23.7 million compared to last year’s $22.9 million in actual spending. Steep cuts were avoided because court officials identified additional revenue in probation services and domestic relations last week, reducing layoffs from an original estimated 17 to no more than 10. Kingston Township resident Tom Dombroski asked council how court officials suddenly came up with more revenue. Pribula said he requested notification of all revenue immediately after he was appointed interim manager on Jan. 2, but court officials held off on disclosing this money as they have in the past. He emphasized the courts must plan for additional cuts because its “one-time” revenue won’t be available next year. Spending will increase in court administration, domestic relations, stenographers and probation services next year, though orphan’s court and central court/magistrate offices will have reductions. Cuts in central court and district judge offices will total $168,712 compared to last year’s spending. The county District Attorney’s Office will lose about $236,000 compared to last year’s $4.7 million in spending. District Attorney Stefanie Salavantis has not

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Slocum and Catherine Wega voted to hire Zaruta. Coslett had voted to retain Jackson in January, joining Goeringer and Parry. Jackson said he was particularly disappointed in Preece, Schuler and Wega. All three are former Dallas teachers whom Jackson said he worked with when dealing with issues with his players. Jackson taught in the WilkesBarre Area School District before retiring a few years ago. “What surprises me the most are the three teachers who were against me,” Jackson said. “I worked with those teachers with kids that had problems and stuff like that. They’re the ones that disappoint me the most.” Jackson also expressed how grateful he was to all his supporters. “I appreciate all the support of the kids, the parents and the community,” he said. “I’ve had the best kids and 99 percent of

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erans nationwide, with more than 5,000 of them women. “The need is extraordinary,” Kelly said. “The Scranton area homeless population has risen due to the Marcellus Shale housing crisis. Shale (area) residents no longer are able to afford living in the region and are migrating to Scranton for accessibility to services such as education, training and employment opportunities.” Kelly said more veterans seeking shelter are young – men and women in their 30s. He detailed the number of shelters and transitional housing units available in the region. He said more are coming. The former St. Hedwig’s School in Kingston will house 12 apartments for veterans as part of a $2 million project set for construction next year, a Diocese of Scranton representative said. The project was delayed by zoning issues, but Kelly said all permits have been secured.

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seek to recover damages for his injuriesthroughanuninsuredmotorist claim. Thecasewenttoarbitration,and a three-member panel ruled 2-1

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yet announced if she will absorb cuts or sue over the budget. Affected workers will be notified of layoffs shortly after the budget adoption next week, Pribula said. His rough layoff estimate: prison, 14; probation, seven; 911, five; and central court/magistrate, three. Two layoffs are projected in the council administration, assessors, building-andgrounds, security, road-andbridge, sheriff, public defender and district attorney offices. The following offices should each have one layoff: treasurer, deeds, clerk of courts, prothonotary, register of wills and controller. Six of the 11 council members agreed to the tax hike: Harry Haas, Elaine Maddon Curry, Jim Bobeck, Tim McGinley, Linda McClosky Houck and Eugene Kelleher. Haas read a lengthy statement prepared by the group explaining the rationale for supporting the spending plan. “We can, and we will, reinvent our local government by rightsizing it and making it accountable to those who pay the bills. This cannot be done in one month, in one budget or even in one term on council, but we move in that direction starting today,” he said. McClosky Houck compared the county’s more than $400 million in outstanding debt to the rack of ribs thrown on a car in “The Flintstones” TV cartoon. Council members Edward Brominski, Stephen J. Urban, Stephen A. Urban, Rick Morelli and Rick Williams opposed the plan. Brominski was critical of the prepared statement, saying, “I didn’t know we were going to have a state of the union address

here.” He said he’s “offended” a majority wants to give incoming permanent manager Robert Lawton a budget with a tax increase, saying they are paying him to implement efficiencies. Morelli concurred and said the tax hike will hurt public perception of the new home rule government. Williams opposed the use of capital funding, saying it goes against the county’s efforts to obtain a credit rating to refinance debt at a lower interest rate. He proposed a 3.93 percent tax hike to proceed as planned without tapping capital funding but couldn’t get a second vote. Stephen J. Urban said he never sees overworked people in the courthouse and will alert council and Lawton if he spots workers slacking off when taxes are being increased.

Bobeck said continued cuts will be required because the $1.4 million in capital funding won’t be available in 2013. Several property owners objected to the tax hike Monday. A few county employees were in the audience, but nowhere near the crowd of union representatives attending last week’s meeting, when it was still unknown whether a council majority would agree to a tax increase. “Who runs this place? The unions?” said taxpayer Ed Gustitus. Taxpayer Ed Chesnovitch challenged council’s transparency because Pribula was instructed to start preparing the tax-hike plan after a majority of council had publicly agreed to no tax increase or use of capital funding. Michael Lacey, a taxpayer and pharmacy owner, asked council if unions will be sacrificing. Haas said he expects union requests to be “scaled back” when expired contracts are renegotiated. Williams said he believes union contract negotiations should be held in public. Bobeck said he would like to see all union contracts reopened this year. Pribula said new union contracts typically implement significant changes for new hires only, and the county has been largely unsuccessful forcing pay and benefit reductions with several unions that have binding arbitration.

the best parents and the best assistant coaches. “I think our results have proven we have no shame in walking out of there with three championships in a row and 30 wins in three years.” Zaruta, 54, is a resident of Shavertown and understands the situation he has inherited. He said at no time did he consider withdrawing as a candidate as Jackson’s supporters turned out in force at recent board meetings. “I know the traditions, I know the student athletes at Dallas; they’re very special,” said Zaruta, whose son Doug played for Jackson in the early 2000s. “It’s an exciting time and I’m looking forward to the challenges, and there certainly will be both on and off the field. But I’m confident things will work out just fine.” His coaching resume is limited with no head-coaching experience on the varsity level. He spent a season at GAR as freshmen and assistant varsity coach and five years with the Dallas freshmen program, the final four as its head coach. He said his fi-

nal season at Dallas was in 2007. “I understand their frustrations and disappointments,” Zaruta said. “There is a lot of loyalty. Most coaches build that, especially over a long period of time with their players. But I also know I worked with many, many young people here at Dallas and when I was at GAR. But let’s talk Dallas. There are a lot young people who had a great experience working with me as their coach and would probably come into a room for my support if I needed it.” Zaruta said he plans on meeting with the players today as a group and later individually. He declined to say what he’ll tell them, but believes they will respond to his message. “We’re going to build champions on and off the field,” he said. “When the players see the components of this program, they’re going to be really excited.” Jackson’s 227 career victories ranked him behind only Dunmore’s Jack Henzes (357) and Mid Valley’s Frank Pazzaglia (340) among active District 2

coaches at the end of the 2011 season. However, Dallas has been under probation by District 2 for the past four seasons. The first two were for a bench-clearing fight in the 2008 season opener versus Williamsport. The probation was extended through the 2010 and 2011 seasons after an unspecified number of Dallas players urinated on the tennis courts during halftime of a 2009 game at Tunkhannock. Jackson was suspended for the entire 2010 season by the District 2 athletic committee, a punishment later reduced to the first four games after an appeal hearing before the PIAA Board of Directors. Dallas received seven penalties in all for the urination incident, including the public censuring of Shaffer and Athletic Director Nancy Roberts. The District 2 athletic committee wrote that those two administrators “hold the primary responsibility for the action and conduct of their students and coaches involved in the athletic programs of the District.”

Kelly cited an independent study by Real Property Research Group that found “there is a clear and strong need to provide modern, nurturing residential facilities for veterans who have fallen on hard times.” Quoting the study, Kelly said, “to break the cycle of unemployment and homelessness, veterans need a place that is secure, substance-free with supportive services in place that include counseling, job rehabilitation, medical care and nutritional meals.” Baker said recent estimates put the number of homeless veterans in Pennsylvania at around 1,400. She said too many are “bouncing between shelters and temporary addresses on the compassion and capacity of friends, charities and churches.”

“These veterans sometimes do not even classify themselves as homeless, because they do not fit the stereotype homeless person with a shopping cart and living under the bridge,” Cleveland said. Todd Knowlton, a veteran from the Lancaster area, talked about ways to prevent homelessness and what to do about it when it occurs. He is a resident of Tabor Transitional Living Center in Lancaster. “I know you’ve heard it a thousand times before, but funding is imperative,” he said. “This is our state, Pennsylvania. These are our residents – Pennsylvanians, veterans, human beings who put their lives on the line so all of us can enjoy the freedoms we have.” Knowlton said he is a recovering addict. He said that when he was discharged from the Army he was an alcoholic and “I didn’t know it.” “Veterans become homeless because they are not prepared to face post-military life,” he said. “As soldiers we become accustomed to a certain lifestyle. This lifestyle becomes our bible, the

code we live by, and this code doesn’t translate well in the civilian world.” Knowlton said veterans often don’t have the training necessary to get a job. He said that when he got out of the Army in 1997, he didn’t know about the services provided by the Veterans Administration. Larry N. Reece, state commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, commended the efforts that are directed at veterans, but he said they are not enough. “Sometimes it feels like we are using Band Aids to cover a growing wound that, quite frankly, is an embarrassment for our state and nation,” Reece said. Baker said it’s good to have Pennsylvanians back from Iraq, and she anticipates the day troops return from Afghanistan. “This hearing is not about finding fault or assigning blame,” Baker said. “It is intended to develop better solutions, in prevention up front, and in response when things go wrong. We have to ask whether all these new veterans will further strain services.”

‘Couch hoppers’ Tim Cleveland, director of Veteran Affairs in Tioga County, called these veterans “couch hoppers” – they move from friend to friend or family member to friend and sleep on a couch or spare bed. that Vanderhoff was entitled to $500,000. The case dragged through the court system over the years as Harleysville and Vanderhoff appealed various court rulings. It landed back in Luzerne County Court in 2010 before Judge Lewis Wetzel, who held a hearing to determine whether Harleysville

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had suffered any harm due to Vanderhoff’s delay in reporting the phantom vehicle. Wetzel, who has since left the bench, ruled in Vanderhoff’s favor, finding that the end result of the investigation would not have been different even if Harleysville had been given earlier notice. The Superior Court disagreed,

saying Wetzel’s ruling “does not comport with reason.” The court noted Harleysville presented testimony of several insurance and accident reconstruction investigators, all of whom said their investigations were significantly hampered by the eightmonth delay. For instance, the delay prevent-

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it had no comment and her Twitter account was silent since noting she was in Lucas Oil Stadium with Madonna. And the Material Girl, who invited M.I.A. to appear during her performance of “Give Me All Your Luvin’,” had no immediate comment. The Nielsen Co. said that 114 million people watched Madonna’s halftime show, even more than the average of 111.3 million who watched the game. It was the most-watched halftime entertainment show ever. The gesture was “so shocking that I had no idea she even did it until NBC issued an apology for it,” wrote Time magazine TV critic James Poniewozik on his blog. The digital video recorder maker Tivo said there were no appreciable bumps in playbacks at the time of M.I.A.’s gesture, meaning many people either didn’t see it or shrugged it off. Tivo has about 2 million customers in the U.S., said Tara Maitra, the company’s senior vice president. “I never even noticed,” said Joan Kistner, a marketer from Chicago who watched the game. “It wasn’t until this morning when I heard the news” and so many people were talking about it that she knew it happened. “I don’t know why they glorify bad behavior,” Kistner said. “Some things should just be left alone. I really think she owes Madonna, who obviously wanted her to be part of the show, an apology.” The NFL and NBC should take steps to hold people accountable for their actions, said Tim Winter, president of the Parents Television Council. “Most families would agree that the middle finger aimed directly at them is not appropriate, especially during the mostwatched television event of the year,” Winter said. Back in M.I.A.’s native Britain, the London Times noted that while all eyes may have been on Madonna at halftime, “it was the extended middle finger of the British hip-hop star M.I.A. that caused the most controversy.” The Guardian wondered whether anyone would really be outraged. “You’d be forgiven for not having a coronary over the fact M.I.A. gave Super Bowl viewers the finger during her halftime guest spot with Madonna,” the newspaper wrote in its music blog. “For most fans, it was probably more shocking to see M.I.A. performing a rehearsed dance routine than flipping the bird.” Indeed, M.I.A. is provocative and an artist taking advantage of all those TV viewers might not be all that surprising. Still, host Gretchen Carlson on Fox News Channel’s “Fox & Friends” urged

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Craig Lee Thomas, a Shavertown native, appears in a Budweiser commercial.

TV ad role for area man New York Giants fullback Henry Hynoski and Chris Snee weren’t the only people connected to Northeastern Pennsylvania to have big days on Super Bowl Sunday. Craig Lee Thomas, a Shavertown native who currently lives in Los Angeles, Thomas appeared in a Budweiser commercial that appeared during Sunday’s Super Bowl. In commercial, titled “Prohibition,” Thomas plays a newsboy who rushes through a Depression-era town announcing that Prohibition has ended. “It’s over. Prohibition is over,” Thomas can be seen exclaiming during the first few moments of the spot. At the end of the spot, the Budweiser Clydesdales bring beer back to the town. Of course, Hynoski and Snee walked away from Sunday’s game with something a little more valuable than a case a beer. They won a Super Bowl championship. M.I.A. to “get a life” and culture vulture Perez Hilton tweeted: “Think she’ll ever be invited on live TV again?” Jackson’s incident raised a storm of controversy and put CBS in hot water with the Federal Communications Commission amid questions about the responsibility of TV networks to police their airwaves. The network and FCC are still fighting over whether CBS should pay a $550,000 fine. One person who didn’t miss M.I.A.’s message was Marlee Matlin. The actress, who is deaf, tweeted: “When we expected some beautiful sign language during the (hash)SuperBowl National Anthem, we got instead a “sign” during M.I.A.’s rap. Ahem.” out,” he said. Because the new system accepts a broader array of materials than the old system, the city expects to see the overall recycling rate climb, with a corresponding drop in garbage being left on the curb. The savings in tipping fees the city pays to dump garbage at landfills could be dramatic. McLaughlin said the city spends about $440,000 a year on tipping fees. “Even if we see a 25 percent drop, that’s a savings of $110,000.”

work. If unacceptable items are put out, the city initially plans to leave them on the curb, along with a note explaining why they weren’t picked up. Eventually, the city will probably issue citations and fines for putting unacceptable material in with recyclables, comparable to a littering fine, McLaughlin said. “But we don’t anticipate that to be a significant thing, once Mark Guydish, a Times Leader staff people learn what can be put writer, can be reached at 829-7161

BANKS illness precludes him from ever understanding the reason for his sentence, Stoycos said. “Banks’ documented delusions of mind do not, by definition, have the effect of rendering him unaware and inca-

pable of comprehending his sentence and the reason for it. The record establishes that he has at least a partial capacity to rationally understand his current situation,” Stoycos said. Banks’ attorneys have until March 2 to file a reply to the legal brief. The court will then render its decision on whether to accept the case.

ed investigators from trying to find witnesses who may have seen the crash. It also made it difficult to document skid marks, which were washed away by the weather. Though it was not tasked with deciding that issue, the court also noted it had doubts about whether the phantom vehicle existed. “There is no physical evidence of

a phantom vehicle. Furthermore, the only available eyewitness testified as to the absence of any phantom vehicle,” the court said. “Under these specific circumstances, we conclude the trial court erred in requiring Harleysville to establish conclusively what evidence a timely investigation would have discovered.”

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Arena cuts ties with Shamrocks Arena general manager urges season ticket holders to seek refunds from team. By STEVE MOCARSKY smocarsky@timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE TWP. – The board that oversees Mohegan Sun Arena has terminated its license agreement with Kings Lacrosse, LLC – the owner of the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Shamrocks.

The termination by the Luzerne County Convention Center Authority stems from Kings Lacrosse’s failure to fulfill its obligations under an agreement dated June 3, 2011, according to arena officials. The agreement assures that the Shamrocks would play in the newlyformed North American Lacrosse League, and the Shamrocks originally scheduled their first regular-season game to take place on Jan. 19 at the arena.

However, Kings Lacrosse later unilaterally announced that the Shamrocks would not begin their regular season until some undetermined time in the fall, and further advised they would not be a member team of the NALL, according to an arena press release. “The authority reluctantly decided to terminate its contractual relationship with Kings Lacrosse,” authority chairwoman Donna Cupinski said. “For months, Kings Lacrosse has not

complied with various contractual obligations under the authority’s license agreement. Arena personnel repeatedly reached out to Kings Lacrosse and demanded its compliance with these various obligations and even offered to assist their efforts,” Cupinski said. “Unfortunately, those demands were simply not met. We regret that the authority was left no alternative but to terminate the agreement and address its See TIES, Page 3B

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Freshman The dynamic duo aids WVW in win vs. Crestwood Kane’s late entry sparks a Spartans’ rally to pull away for the victory. By JOHN MEDEIROS jmedeiros@timesleader.com

WRIGHT TWP. – As a freshman, Megan Kane was still waiting her turn with a talented Wyoming Valley West squad. That turn came Monday at Crestwood. Entering the game after Taylor Reilly was called for her fifth foul, Kane had a back-breaking stickback, snuffing out a Crestwood rally and lifting Valley West to a 59-52 triumph over the Comets in Wyoming Valley Conference girls basketball play. VALLEY WEST "Megan came in and gave us big minutes," Spartans coach Curt CRESTWOOD Lloyd said. "We played without our best defender tonight in Cheyenne Reese, who has a hip flexor. Megan, like Cheyenne is a street kid. They will run through a brick wall for you." Or make a key basket. The win moves Valley West to 4-0 in the WVC-I second half race and 14-5 overall. Crestwood is 2-2 in WVC-I and 13-6 overall. Hazleton Area, a 42-28 winner over Wyoming Area, is also 4-0 in WVC-I. "Once we started the second half, we had silly turnovers here, silly turnovers there," Crestwood coach Isiah Walker said after his team gave away the ball 12 times after the break. "We had a chance to tie the game and we missed a layup, then they came down and scored. The second half title may be out of our reach now, so we’ve got to gear up for the (District 2) playoffs." Crestwood trailed by as many as 11, but rode the post moves of Sydney Myers back into the game, as the junior scored six straight points for the Comets to cut the deficit to three, 51-48 with three minutes remaining. But Valley West, which led throughout, saw Kane enter the game and, 30 seconds later, go up surrounded by a trio of Comets and grab an offensive rebound. Her shot sparked the Spartans, who scored eight of the next 10 points to put the game away. The Spartans started strong, with their lead swelling to 10 (at 16-6) in the first 10 minutes. It reached 30-19 in the final minute of the first half. Then Crestwood made a run, outscoring Valley West 12-2 in a span of 3:41 bridging the second and third quarters to cut the Spartans’ lead to 32-30. "Obviously, we wanted to limit Sydney’s touches in the paint," Lloyd said. "We did a very good job of it in the first half. But in the second half, we wanted to concentrate on their three-point shooters. It’s tough to play Crestwood, you have to pick your poison." The teams traded baskets before a flowing left-handed hook by Tara Zdancewicz reestablished a two-possession

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INDIANAPOLIS — Tom Coughlin has never won the NFL’s coach of the year award. Eli Manning has never been the league’s MVP. With two Super Bowl victories in the past five seasons, though, they have emerged as the NFL’s top coaching-quarterback tandem. And the best may be yet to come. The 65-year-old Coughlin and the 30year-old quarterback are getting better with time, and it was never more obvious than in this past season, which the Giants capped with a 21-17 victory over the New England Patriots on Sunday night for the franchise’s fourth Super Bowl title. The bond between Coughlin and Manning is there for all to see. It is found in the word, team.

“He epitomizes everything that I believe in as a player. (That’s) In terms of the quality, the way he produces, the way he handles it among his teammates, on and off the field.”

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Coughlin has rubbed off on Manning, or vice versa. Either way, Coughlin and Manning are the perfect match in a state that once had an advertising slogan of “New Jersey and you, perfect together.” “He is confident,” Coughlin said of Manning. “He is not arrogant. He has always thought about team first. He is the perfect guy in regard to that because he is continuously spreading things around. He hands the praise out, he distributes it well. He looks to his teammates. He is a guy who is an outstanding leader. He has taken responsibility for his team.” Never was that leadership more evident than late in games this season. Seven times Manning led the Giants (13-7) to fourth-quarter victories and the last was the most impressive — an 88-yard

“He epitomizes everything that I believe in as a player,” Coughlin said of Manning at a news conference Monday. “(That’s) In terms of the quality, the way he produces, the way he handles it among his teammates, on and off the field.” It’s sometimes hard to tell whether See GIANTS, Page 4B

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EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Smiles were the order of the day, as the Super Bowl-champion New York Giants returned home, victorious once again. The team’s charter plane from Indianapolis touched down around 1:55 p.m. Monday at Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey. Several players saluted the crowd as they departed the aircraft, and some used cameras and video recorders to capture the moment and the scene. Coach Tom Coughlin also had a big smile as he waved to the crowd. Once on the ground, the players, coaches and team officials were greeted by several hundred airport employees and a Port Authority bagpipe band. Crews also fired water cannons to salute the team while the plane taxied to AP PHOTO a hangar. The players then took buses to the Supporters of the Super Bowl champion Giants cheer as the team arrives at See CHAMPS, Page 4B

Newark Liberty International Airport, Monday in Newark, N.J. a day after beating the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XLVI.

PAUL SOKOLOSKI OPINION

Criteria is a tough way to decide champ

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hey went all the way down to something called tiebreaker H to determine who won the District 2 Class 2A wrestling championship. And when you have to sort through that much criteria to find a winner, you really don’t have a true champion. Because it’s sort of hard to tell the other team it just lost. A gallant Lake-Lehman fell short of advancing to the PIAA’s team competition only because the scorebooks showed Western Wayne scored more first points of Saturday night’s district finals than the Black Knights did. So a match that finished even on the scoreboard, 34-34, was awarded to Western Wayne based on some obscure condition that rarely matters in the outcome of an individual battle. They do wrestle three two-minute periods to determine a winner. And they don’t decide the Super Bowl winner based on who’s ahead at halftime, or who scored first in each of the four quarters. What’s next, pulling out a quarter to decide a champion based on a coin flip? Oh wait, that’s criterion P, the last final tiebreaker in the PIAA wrestling rule book. Heads you win, tails you’re not in the state tournament. “Everyone just wrestled as hard as they could,” said Lake-Lehman 126pounder Austin Harry, who recorded a fall to complete a run of three consecutive pins and four straight wins at the lower weights to give the Black Knights a 34-31 lead with one match remaining. “We fought back. “It just went their way.” This is no way to determine something as important as a district title. It’s not fair to the champion to win by declaration and it certainly doesn’t seem reasonable to the losing team to be beaten in a match by just one component of it. “It’s tough,” Lake-Lehman coach Tom Williams said, “losing a 34-34 tie.” Look, this has nothing to do with downplaying Western Wayne’s accomplishment. The Wildcats powered their way to a 31-12 lead with three punishing pins at the upper weights. And the Wildcats forced officials to dig deep into the tiebreaking process when Morgan Fuller worked his way to a decision at 132, the night’s last bout, forging the tie. They may be deserving champions. But Lehman deserves a better fate. The Black Knights rallied from 19 points down to forge three points ahead when Harry’s first-period pin completed a strong run through the lower weights that lifted Lehman into a three-point lead with one match left. The Black Knights didn’t merit being left out in the cold when they accumulated just as many points as their opponent. “It’s sad to see we lost by criteria,” said Bryan Carter, Lehman’s senior captain who registered a pin at 160. “Yeah, we’re upset. It’s never easy to accept a loss.” Especially one that comes this way. Here’s another way. In a match with this much at stake, where one team goes on to states and the other goes back to preparing for individual districts, hold an extra match as a tiebreaker. Coaches can agree beforehand on a weight class and the guys to wrestle in it – whether or not they’ve wrestled that night or not – to square off in one extra match in case the first 14 end in a tie. It’d be as thrilling and intense as sudden death overtime in football, a shootout in hockey, extra innings in baseball. And it’d decide championships where they’re supposed to be won, on a mat instead of in a statastician’s scorebook. Paul Sokoloski is a Times Leader sports columnist. You may reach him at 970-7109 or email him at psokoloski@timesleader.com.


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NBA

NHL Underdog

PACERS

8.5

Jazz

HEAT

13.5

Cavaliers

CELTICS

14

Bobcats

T’WOLVES

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Kings

BUCKS

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Suns

Thunder

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Florida

CLEMSON

8.5

Maryland

Creighton KANSAS ST VILLANOVA

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EVANSVILLE

18.5

Texas Tech

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Providence

Alabama

5.5

AUBURN

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L O C A L C A L E N D A R TODAY'S EVENTS BOYS BASKETBALL Crestwood at Wyoming Valley West, 7:15 p.m. Tunkhannock at Berwick, 7:15 p.m. Wyoming Area at Hazleton Area, 7:15 p.m. Holy Redeemer, at Dallas, 7:15 p.m. Coughlin at Pittston Area, 7:15 p.m. Lake-Lehman at Meyers, 7:15 p.m. Northwest at GAR, 7:15 p.m. Wyoming Seminary at Hanover Area, 7:15 p.m. HS RIFLE Team Tournament Semi Finals, 4 p.m. HS SWIMMING Dallas at Holy Redeemer, 4 p.m. Hazleton Area at Wyoming Seminary, 4 p.m. Berwick at Wyoming Valley West, 4 p.m. Meyers at Lake-Lehman, 4:30 p.m. Delaware Valley at Abington Heights, 4:30 p.m. West Scranton at Scranton High, 4:30 p.m. Tunkhannock at Valley View, 4:30 p.m. HS WRESTLING Honesdale at Lake-Lehman, 7 p.m. MEN'S BASKETBALL Lehigh-Carbon at Luzerne CCC, 8 p.m. WOMEN'S BASKETBALL Lehigh-Carbon at Luzerne CCC, 6 p.m. WEDNESDAY, FEB. 8 HS WRESTLING (all matches 7 p.m.) Hanover Area at Scranton Prep Lackawanna Trail at Tunkhannock Wyoming Valley West at West Scranton Valley View at GAR HS SWIMMING Wyoming Area at Pittston Area, 4 p.m. Dunmore at Meyers, 4:30 p.m. Elk Lake at Scranton Prep, 7 p.m. MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL PSU Hazleton at PSU York, 8 p.m. Delaware Valley at King’s, 8 p.m. Wilkes at FDU-Florham, 8 p.m. Misericordia at Eastern, 6 p.m. WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL Delaware Valley at King’s, 6 p.m. Wilkes at FDU-Florham, 6 p.m. PSU Hazleton at PSU York, 6 p.m. Misericordia at Eastern, 6 p.m. COLLEGE WRESTLING King’s at Elizabethtown, 7 p.m. THURSDAY, FEB. 9 GIRLS BASKETBALL Berwick at Wyoming Valley West, 7:15 p.m. Coughlin at Tunkhannock, 7:15 p.m. Crestwood at Holy Redeemer, 7:15 p.m. GAR at Nanticoke, 7:15 p.m. Hazleton Area at Pittston Area, 7:15 p.m. Lake-Lehman at MMI Prep, 7:15 p.m. Northwest at Hanover Area, 7:15 p.m. Wyoming Area at Dallas, 7:15 p.m. Wyoming Seminary at Meyers, 7:15 p.m. HS BOWLING Berwick at Columbia-Montour Vo-Tech, 3 p.m. MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL Luzerne CCC at Central Penn, 8:30 p.m. WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL Luzerne CCC at Central Penn, 6:30 p.m.

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-$125/ +$105

BLUE JACKETS

FLYERS

-$185/ +$165

Islanders

RANGERS

-$170/ +$150

Devils

CAPITALS

-$160/ +$140

Panthers

Penguins

-$140/ +$120

CANADIENS

LIGHTNING

-$120/ even

Kings

Blues

-$125/ +$105

SENATORS

PREDATORS

-$120/ even

Canucks

JETS

-$110/$110

Maple Leafs

STARS

-$145/ +$125

Coyotes

Blackhawks

-$135/ +$115

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T R A N S A C T I O N S BASEBALL Major League Baseball MLB—Suspended Seattle minor league C Christian Carmichael (Clinton-MWL) 50 games for testing positive for Methylhexaneamine. American League BALTIMORE ORIOLES—Traded RHP Jeremy Guthrie to Colorado for RHP Jason Hammel and RHP Matt Lindstrom. Designated LHP Clay Rapada for assignment. SEATTLE MARINERS—Agreed to terms with RHP Shawn Camp and LHP Hong-Chih Kuo to one-year contracts. Designated OF Mike Wilson and C Chris Gimenez for assignment. TEXAS RANGERS—Agreed to terms with LHP Joe Beimel and 1B-OF Conor Jackson to minor league contracts. National League COLORADO ROCKIES—Agreed to terms with RHP Jeremy Guthrie on a one-year contract. ST. LOUIS CARDINALS—Agreed to terms with INF Alex Cora on a minor league contract. WASHINGTON NATIONALS—Agreed to terms with OF Rick Ankiel and INF/OF Mark Teahen on minor-league contracts. BASKETBALL National Basketball Association NBA—Suspended Minnesota F Kevin Love two games for driving his foot into the upper body and face of Houston’s Luis Scola as Scola was lying on the floor during a Feb. 4 game. Suspended Los Angeles Lakers coach Mike Brown one game and fined him $25,000 for making contact with a game official and failing to leave the court in a timely manner following his ejection during a Feb. 4 game at Utah. CHICAGO SKY—Signed C Ruth Riley. CLEVELAND CAVALIERS—Waived G Mychel Thompson. Women's National Basketball Association SEATTLE STORM—Signed C Ann Wauters. CYCLING COURT OF ARBITRATION—Stripped Alberto Contador of his 2010 Tour de France title and banned him for two years after rejecting his appeal of a positive test for clenbuterol. FOOTBALL National Football League KANSAS CITY CHIEFS—Named Brian Daboll offensive coordinator. OAKLAND RAIDERS—Named Jason Tarver defensive coordinator. GOLF LPGA—Named Leslie Greis chairwoman of the board of directors. HOCKEY National Hockey League NHL—Fined Colorado F Chuck Kobasew $2,500 for tripping Vancouver D Dan Hamhuis after Hamhuis touched the puck on an icing call in a Feb. 4 game. CAROLINA HURRICANES—Reassigned F Riley Nash to Charlotte (AHL). MINNESOTA WILD—Signed D Nate Prosser to a two-year contract extension. MONTREAL CANADIENS—Assigned RW Ryan White to Hamilton (AHL) for conditioning. Returned RW Aaron Palushaj to Hamilton. NEW YORK ISLANDERS—Recalled D Aaron Ness from Bridgeport (AHL) on an emergency basis.

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COUGHLIN (1-2, 5-13) Marcus Cobb ...................................... Nate Oliver .......................................... Phil Trout ............................................. Connor Flaherty.................................. Devon Davis........................................ Eric Heffers ......................................... CRESTWOOD (2-1, 9-9) John Fazzini........................................ Chris Fazzini ....................................... Steve Roberts..................................... Mike Judge .......................................... Brady Gallagher.................................. Josh Jones .......................................... HAZLETON AREA (3-0, 15-3) Travis Buckner.................................... Frankie Vito ......................................... Sal Biasi............................................... Tyler Plaksa ........................................ Adam Hauze ....................................... Hunter Samec..................................... PITTSTON AREA (1-2, 11-7) Steve Stravinski.................................. Steve Sklanka..................................... Jordan Houseman.............................. Shaun McDermott .............................. Mason Gross ...................................... Mike Schwab ...................................... WYO. VALLEY WEST (2-1, 9-10) James McCann................................... Jaquan Ingram.................................... Jonathan Gimble ................................ Brett Good........................................... Ryan Hoinski....................................... Chris McCue .......................................

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SOCCER Major League Soccer D.C. UNITED—Signed M Marcelo Saragosa. Acquired allocation money from Portland for an international roster spot. NEW YORK RED BULLS—Signed GP Ryan Meara. COLLEGE PAC-12 CONFERENCE—Extended the contract of commissioner Larry Scott through 2016. ALABAMA—Suspended junior basketball F Tony Mitchell indefinitely for conduct detrimental to the team. LOUISVILLE—Promoted Shawn Watson to offensive coordinator. Named Sherrone Moore tight ends coach, and offensive line coach Dave Borberly running game coordinator.

H O C K E Y National Hockey League EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA N.Y. Rangers............... 50 33 12 5 71 141 102 Philadelphia ................ 52 30 16 6 66 173 156 Pittsburgh .................... 53 30 19 4 64 161 138 New Jersey ................. 52 30 19 3 63 149 148 N.Y. Islanders.............. 51 21 22 8 50 125 150 Northeast Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Boston.......................... 51 33 16 2 68 180 111 Ottawa .......................... 55 27 21 7 61 161 171 Toronto ........................ 52 27 19 6 60 161 152 Buffalo.......................... 52 22 24 6 50 126 154 Montreal....................... 53 20 24 9 49 137 145 Southeast Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Florida .......................... 51 24 16 11 59 131 145 Washington ................. 52 27 21 4 58 145 149 Winnipeg...................... 54 24 24 6 54 129 150 Tampa Bay................... 51 23 23 5 51 147 173 Carolina ....................... 54 20 25 9 49 137 165 WESTERN CONFERENCE Central Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Detroit .......................... 53 35 16 2 72 171 126 Nashville ...................... 53 32 17 4 68 149 136 St. Louis....................... 51 30 14 7 67 126 105 Chicago........................ 53 29 17 7 65 169 158 Columbus .................... 52 14 32 6 34 120 174 Northwest Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Vancouver ................... 52 32 15 5 69 167 130 Minnesota.................... 52 25 19 8 58 121 133 Colorado ...................... 54 26 25 3 55 135 151 Calgary ........................ 52 24 22 6 54 124 141 Edmonton .................... 52 21 26 5 47 138 152 Pacific Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA San Jose ...................... 50 29 15 6 64 145 117 Los Angeles ................ 53 25 18 10 60 115 116 Dallas ........................... 51 27 22 2 56 136 144 Phoenix........................ 52 23 21 8 54 136 141 Anaheim ...................... 51 19 24 8 46 132 154 NOTE: Two points for a win, one point for overtime loss. Sunday's Games Boston 4, Washington 1 New Jersey 5, Pittsburgh 2 N.Y. Rangers 5, Philadelphia 2 Montreal 3, Winnipeg 0 Monday's Games Toronto 6, Edmonton 3 Phoenix 3, Detroit 1 Calgary at Anaheim, late Today's Games New Jersey at N.Y. Rangers, 7 p.m. N.Y. Islanders at Philadelphia, 7 p.m. Florida at Washington, 7 p.m. Minnesota at Columbus, 7 p.m. Pittsburgh at Montreal, 7:30 p.m. St. Louis at Ottawa, 7:30 p.m. Los Angeles at Tampa Bay, 7:30 p.m. Vancouver at Nashville, 8 p.m. Toronto at Winnipeg, 8:30 p.m. Phoenix at Dallas, 8:30 p.m. Chicago at Colorado, 9 p.m. Wednesday's Games Boston at Buffalo, 7:30 p.m. Edmonton at Detroit, 7:30 p.m. Carolina at Anaheim, 10 p.m. Calgary at San Jose, 10 p.m.

American Hockey League EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA St. John’s .............. 46 28 12 5 1 62 155 135 Manchester ........... 49 27 20 0 2 56 131 132 Worcester.............. 44 21 14 4 5 51 119 115 Portland ................. 46 22 19 2 3 49 128 145 Providence............ 47 22 20 2 3 49 111 131 East Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Penguins.............. 48 28 13 2 5 63 157 142 Hershey ................. 47 26 14 4 3 59 171 142 Norfolk ................... 48 27 18 1 2 57 166 138 Syracuse ............... 44 19 18 4 3 45 145 148 Binghamton........... 48 20 25 2 1 43 130 151 Northeast Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Bridgeport ............. 46 23 18 3 2 51 137 135 Connecticut........... 46 21 16 4 5 51 137 137 Springfield ............. 47 22 22 1 2 47 136 145 Albany .................... 45 19 18 5 3 46 115 137 Adirondack............ 46 22 22 1 1 46 128 136 WESTERN CONFERENCE Midwest Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Charlotte................ 48 28 16 2 2 60 140 127 Chicago ................. 46 25 17 1 3 54 133 121 Peoria .................... 47 24 20 2 1 51 143 136 Milwaukee ............. 44 23 19 1 1 48 124 117 Rockford................ 47 20 22 1 4 45 139 158 North Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Toronto .................. 47 25 17 3 2 55 136 117 Rochester.............. 47 21 17 6 3 51 130 139 Grand Rapids........ 45 19 18 4 4 46 143 145 Lake Erie ............... 47 21 22 2 2 46 114 131 Hamilton ................ 45 20 20 1 4 45 112 135 West Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Oklahoma City...... 47 30 12 2 3 65 139 103 Houston ................. 47 23 12 3 9 58 129 127 Abbotsford ............ 47 26 18 3 0 55 114 118 San Antonio .......... 46 24 20 2 0 50 113 125 Texas ..................... 45 20 22 1 2 43 132 139 NOTE: Two points are awarded for a win, one point for an overtime or shootout loss. Sunday's Games Milwaukee 2, Houston 1 Hershey 4, Penguins 3, SO Springfield 4, Norfolk 2 Monday's Games No games scheduled Today's Games San Antonio at Hamilton, 10 a.m. Houston at Chicago, 12 p.m. Providence at St. John’s, 6 p.m. Syracuse at Connecticut, 7 p.m. Portland at Manchester, 7 p.m. Milwaukee at Texas, 8:30 p.m. Wednesday's Games Rochester at Toronto, 11 a.m. Providence at St. John’s, 6 p.m. Lake Erie at Rockford, 8:05 p.m. Milwaukee at Texas, 8:30 p.m.

B A S K E T B A L L College Basketball Men's College Basketball Top 25 Poll The top 25 teams in the USA Today-ESPN men’s college basketball poll, with first-place votes in pa-

BERWICK (0-3, 3-14) Jimmy Gaizick................................... James Morrison ................................ Eric May ............................................. Zach Ladonis..................................... Jeremy Clausen................................ Will Morales....................................... DALLAS (1-2, 11-6) Shane Dunn....................................... Paul Brace ......................................... Jason Simonovich ............................ Bob Saba ........................................... Don Behm.......................................... Matt Ross........................................... HOLY REDEEMER (3-0, 9-9) Ryan DeRemer ................................. Shahael Wallace ............................... Will Cavanaugh................................. Dalton Ell............................................ Mike Prociak...................................... Christian Choman............................. TUNKHANNOCK (1-2, 10-8) James Hawk...................................... Brian Stephenson ............................. Austin Yanora.................................... A.J. Bevan ......................................... Jordan Faux....................................... Derik Franklin .................................... WYOMING AREA (1-2, 2-16) Lou Vullo ............................................ Jordan Zezza..................................... Dan Newhart...................................... E.J. Driving Hawk ............................. Mike Carey ........................................ Joe Adonizio......................................

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FTM 27 15 25 15 6 7 FTM 36 12 2 9 11 3 FTM 23 19 4 22 5 3 FTM 16 15 18 5 9 4 FTM 22 23 8 11 12 3 FTM 19 6 1 8 11 2 FTM 29 13 16 7 7 9 FTM 10 25 11 15 12 15 FTM 22 14 8 3 7 2 FTM 24 7 8 3 3 4

FTA 46 24 42 22 11 8 FTA 41 21 5 16 14 7 FTA 34 30 10 30 13 7 FTA 19 20 27 8 10 6 FTA 28 33 16 18 14 7

FT% .587 .625 .595 .682 .545 .875 FT% .878 .571 .400 .563 .786 .429 FT% .676 .633 .400 .733 .385 .429 FT% .842 .750 .667 .625 .900 .667 FT% .786 .697 .500 .611 .857 .429

Men's College Basketball Schedule Today's Games EAST Hartford at UMBC, 7 p.m. Providence at Villanova, 8 p.m. SOUTH Maryland at Clemson, 7 p.m. Campbell at Coastal Carolina, 7 p.m.

PPG 15.3 11.0 8.3 7.9 6.7 3.6 PPG 15.4 8.6 6.8 6.1 5.2 3.4 PPG 16.8 12.9 11.6 9.2 5.6 2.6 PPG 19.4 11.8 9.9 6.5 6.5 1.2 PPG 13.4 11.2 8.1 7.7 7.5 3.9

FTA FT% PTS PPG 26 .731 73 8.1 9 .667 43 7.2 4 .250 45 5.6 16 .500 48 5.3 20 .550 26 3.3 2 1.000 22 3.1 FTA FT% PTS PPG 51 .569 134 14.9 28 .464 111 12.3 26 .615 95 10.6 9 .778 61 6.8 13 .538 43 5.4 12 .750 25 2.8 FTA FT% PTS PPG 13 .769 114 12.7 30 .833 97 10.7 20 .550 76 8.4 21 .714 46 5.8 24 .500 50 5.6 22 .682 47 5.2 FTA FT% PTS PPG 36 .611 134 14.9 30 .467 78 8.7 11 .727 66 7.3 8 .375 42 4.7 15 .467 37 4.1 3 .667 32 3.6 FTA FT% PTS PPG 27 .889 116 12.9 15 .467 48 5.3 12 .667 51 5.7 15 .200 35 3.8 6 .500 47 5.2 7 .571 21 2.3

GAR (3-0, 17-1) G FG 3s FTM FTA FT% Darrell Crawford .............................. 10 45 26 8 14 .571 Isaiah Francis................................... 10 46 0 12 24 .500 Shaliek Powell ................................. 10 37 5 13 20 .650 Matt Sharpe...................................... 10 35 4 17 30 .567 Christian Skrepenak ....................... 10 39 0 4 22 .182 Zach Ellis .......................................... 10 15 4 6 10 .600 HANOVER AREA (1-2, 7-11) G FG 3s FTM FTA FT% ShaQuille Rolle................................ 9 67 4 33 46 .717 Jeorge Colon.................................... 9 30 2 24 33 .727 Austin Bogart ................................... 10 18 13 1 1 1.000 Jacob Barber.................................... 10 35 8 10 15 .667 Martin Steve..................................... 9 14 0 4 8 .500 Parrish Bennett................................ 9 8 3 3 6 .500 LAKE-LEHMAN (1-2, 10-8) G FG 3s FTM FTA FT% Pete Borum ...................................... 10 57 0 24 47 .511 Chris O’Connor................................ 8 35 0 10 22 .455 Kevin Bohan..................................... 9 36 6 10 19 .526 Jared James .................................... 10 36 5 12 27 .444 Cody Poepperling............................ 10 18 4 9 16 .563 Adam Dizbon ................................... 10 11 8 0 4 .000 MEYERS (3-0, 13-2) G FG 3s FTM FTA FT% Eugene Lewis .................................. 10 84 2 18 30 .600 Rasheed Moore............................... 10 65 1 18 31 .581 Ryan Krawczeniuk .......................... 10 45 12 32 42 .762 Fabian Smith.................................... 9 21 6 5 10 .500 Dominic Johnson............................. 10 17 13 2 4 .500 Alex Pape ......................................... 10 14 2 6 6 1.000 MMI PREP (0-3, 4-14) G FG 3s FTM FTA FT% George Gera .................................... 8 24 3 11 13 .846 Cory Rogers..................................... 10 23 11 8 9 .889 Charlie Karchner ............................. 10 27 3 3 4 .750 Aaron Kollar ..................................... 9 21 6 3 6 .500 Alex Van Hoekelen ......................... 7 9 1 3 6 .500 Tim Connors .................................... 9 8 4 6 8 .750 NANTICOKE (1-2, 5-13) G FG 3s FTM FTA FT% Luke Casey ...................................... 10 39 0 34 50 .680 Kevin Zaykoski ................................ 9 42 3 13 23 .565 Joey Yudichak ................................. 10 18 8 33 40 .825 15 25 .600 Zak Matulewski................................ 8 17 3 Brandon Kairo.................................. 4 7 0 4 6 .667 Brian Bevan...................................... 10 14 7 9 16 .561 NORTHWEST (1-2, 6-12) G FG 3s FTM FTA FT% Devon Mazonkey ............................ 10 63 9 33 50 .660 Christian Foley................................. 10 27 6 26 42 .619 Garret Yustat.................................... 8 15 10 7 14 .500 Kyle Cragle....................................... 8 18 7 1 2 .500 Jeff Nelson ....................................... 9 9 3 4 5 .800 Dalton Tomko................................... 10 9 7 2 2 1.000 WYOMING SEMINARY (2-1, 7-10) G FG 3s FTM FTA FT% E.J. Flippen........................................ 9 32 0 26 31 .839 Seth Callahan .................................... 9 30 16 16 24 .667 Josh Lefkowitz................................... 10 31 0 9 17 .529 Jason Ellis.......................................... 8 22 7 4 6 .667 Alex Barilla......................................... 10 25 0 11 19 .579 Brad Sedor......................................... 8 10 0 5 7 .714

rentheses, records through Feb. 5, points based on 25 points for a first-place vote through one point for a 25th-place vote and previous ranking: Record Pts Pvs 1. Kentucky (31) ............. 23-1 775 1 2. Syracuse..................... 23-1 740 2 3. Ohio State ................... 20-3 715 3 4. Missouri....................... 21-2 673 4 5. North Carolina............ 20-3 639 6 6. Baylor........................... 21-2 635 6 7. Florida ......................... 19-4 536 11 7. Murray State ............... 23-0 536 9 9. Duke ............................ 19-4 525 5 10. Kansas ...................... 18-5 480 8 11. Georgetown ............. 18-4 454 14 12. Michigan State.......... 18-5 444 10 13. Saint Mary’s ............. 22-2 382 16 14. San Diego State ....... 20-3 332 17 15. Creighton .................. 21-3 316 12 16. UNLV......................... 21-4 302 13 17. Florida State ............. 16-6 247 24 18. Mississippi State ...... 18-5 241 19 19. Marquette ................. 19-5 239 15 20. Virginia ...................... 18-4 192 18 21. Harvard ..................... 20-2 153 23 22. Wisconsin ................. 18-6 133 20 23. Indiana ...................... 18-6 93 20 23. Louisville................... 18-5 93 25 25. Michigan.................... 17-7 79 22 Others receiving votes: Notre Dame 19, Gonzaga 14, New Mexico 13, Iowa State 10, Nevada 9, Southern Miss. 9, Long Beach State 8, UConn 6, Middle Tennessee 6, Temple 6, California 5, Vanderbilt 5, Wichita State 5, Saint Louis 2, VCU 2, Cleveland State 1, Drexel 1.

PTS 138 99 75 71 60 29 PTS 123 69 61 55 47 31 PTS 151 116 104 83 39 21 PTS 175 106 89 59 52 11 PTS 107 101 73 69 60 35

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PPG 12.4 10.4 9.2 9.1 8.2 4.0 PPG 19.0 9.6 5.0 8.8 3.6 2.4 PPG 13.8 10.0 9.8 8.9 4.9 3.0 PPG 18.8 14.9 13.4 5.9 4.9 3.6 PPG 7.8 6.5 6.0 5.7 3.1 2.9 PPG 11.2 11.1 7.7 6.5 4.5 4.4 PPG 16.8 8.6 5.8 5.5 2.8 2.7

PTS PPG 90 10.0 92 10.2 71 7.1 55 6.9 61 6.1 25 3.1

Mid-Continent at E. Kentucky, 7 p.m. Florida at Kentucky, 7 p.m. Alabama at Auburn, 9 p.m. MIDWEST Texas Tech at Kansas St., 8 p.m. IPFW at Chicago St., 8:05 p.m. Creighton at Evansville, 8:05 p.m. Purdue at Ohio St., 9 p.m. SOUTHWEST Iowa St. at Oklahoma St., 7 p.m. FAR WEST Seattle at Idaho, 10:05 p.m. Monday's College Basketball Scores EAST Baruch 77, CCNY 51 Boston U. 81, Albany (NY) 78 Brooklyn 83, Berkeley (NY) 78 Gwynedd-Mercy 100, Keystone 96 Penn St.-Altoona 58, Lancaster Bible 45 Stony Brook 57, New Hampshire 48 Vermont 73, Maine 63 Women's College Basketball Top 25 The top 25 teams in the The Associated Press’ women’s college basketball poll, with first-place votes in parentheses, records through Feb. 5, total points based on 25 points for a first-place vote through one point for a 25th-place vote and previous ranking: ..........................................Record Pts Prv 1. Baylor (40) ................... 23-0 1,000 1 2. Notre Dame................. 23-1 960 2 3. UConn.......................... 21-2 917 3 4. Stanford ....................... 20-1 882 4 5. Duke............................. 18-3 805 5 6. Miami............................ 20-3 803 7 7. Kentucky...................... 21-3 728 6 8. Maryland ...................... 19-3 709 9 9. Green Bay.................... 20-0 659 10 10. Ohio St....................... 20-2 651 11 11. Tennessee ................ 17-6 582 8 12. Delaware ................... 20-1 556 12 13. Nebraska................... 19-3 507 16

to sign up who reside in Plains, Laflin, Bear Creek, Parsons, Miners Mills, North End, East End, Avoca, LEAGUES Dupont, Jenkins Twp and Pittston Twp East of the Pittston By-pass. Brews Brothers Summer Softball For more information contact Don League has openings for men’s and at 822-0537 or Jack at 947-7246. co ed. For more information call The Wyoming Valley Babe Ruth Tony at 693-0506. League will hold signups on TuesKingston Soccer is forming a spring day, Feb. 7, from 6-8 p.m. at Frank’s soccer league U8-U14. Online Pizza, 198 S. Main St., Wilkes-Barre. registration can be found at Players and teams ages 13-15 and www.kingstoncornerkicksystem16-18 from throughout the Wyoms.com. Contact Ben for additional ing Valley are welcome. Season information at 332-0313. runs from late May to October. Cost is $85 per player or $150 per MEETINGS family. Individual teams pay only registration and insurance fees GAR Memorial High School Football under the Babe Ruth charter and Booster Club will meet Wednesday provide for their expenses. For at 7 p.m. in the choral room at the more information, contact the high school. New members are SWB Teener League at 793-6430. welcome. Ashley/Newtown Little League will Greater Nanticoke Area Softball be holding registrations for this Booster Club will be holding a season on the following dates and meeting on Wednesday, at 6:30 times at the Hanover Area High p.m. at Time Out Pizza. All are School cafeteria: Feb. 13 from 6-8 invited to attend. For further inp.m. and Feb. 25 from 10 a.m. to 12 formation you may contact Tammy p.m. Registrations will be $40 per at 735-0661, Lynn at 239-1604, Lisa child or $60 per family for little at 735-8151, or Patty at 735-3830. league and $65 per child or $90 Jenkins Twp. Little League will hold per family for junior and senior its monthly meeting on Wednesday league baseball. Remember to from 6-6:30 p.m. at the Jenkins bring a copy of you child’s birth Twp. Municipal Building. Items to be certificate along with three forms discussed are 2012 season prepof proof of residency to meet Little arations and golf tournament. All League’s requirements. At regisinterested parents are urged to tration, you will be given 10 lottery attend. All manager letters of tickets to sell or you many select intent are due by this meeting. the buyout of $30. Anyone interested in managing a Kingston/Forty Fort Little League team MUST have a letter of intent will hold a 2nd registration for all submitted by this meeting—NO baseball and softball divisions on EXCEPTIONS. Wednesday from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Kingston/Forty Fort Little League the Kingston American Legion will meet Monday, Feb. 13 at 7 p.m. (next to Kost Tire). A copy of birth at the Kingston Rec Center. All certificate (for all new players) and interested members are encourcopies of three proofs of residency aged to attend. dated between Feb. 1 2011 and Jan. Plymouth Little League will have a 31 2012 are required. Interested mandatory meeting for all managmanagers and coaches should ers, coaches and volunteers on bring a copy of a driver’s license Tuesday, Feb. 7 at 7 p.m. at Happy and should apply at this regisPizza to discuss and plan the Night tration. Visit www.eteamz.com/ at the Races fundraiser. kbsi for registration and medical The Dallas Softball Booster Club will release forms, fees and fundraising be holding a meeting on Wednesinformation. Aditional questions, day, Feb. 8 at Leggio’s Restaurant call 331-4817 or 714-4035. in Dallas. The meeting will start at Jenkins Twp. Little League will be 7:30 p.m. All parents of girls in holding a second registration on grades 7-12 who will be playing this Wednesday, Feb. 8 from 6:30-7:30 season are urged to attend. For p.m. at the Jenkins Twp. Municipal more information, please call Brent Building. Fees due at sign up are at 793-1126 or Bill at 498-5991. $65 for major/minor baseball/ The Lady Patriot Booster Club will softball, $55 for Coach Pitch, $50 meet Tuesday, Feb. 7 at Lizza’s for T-Ball and $75 for Teeners. Mezzo Mezzo at 7 p.m. Upcoming Additional child cost is $30 with no events will be discussed. All parents rebate for Teeners. Please bring a are encouraged to attend. copy of child’s Birth Certificate and The Crestwood Football Booster three Proofs of Residency. Forms Club will meet Thursday, Feb. 16 at and information can be found at 7 p.m. at Tony’s Pizza in the back www.jenkinstwplittleleague.com. room. Any questions, call Melanie Any player who wishes to sign up at 606-4223. after the third registration date Swoyersville Little League will meet will be assessed a $20 late fee. If Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. at the you are unable to sign up by one Borough Building. of the registration dates, other arrangements can be made. REGISTRATION/TRYOUTS Pittston Township Little League will hold registrations on the following dates: Feb. 7 and 9. Registration will take place at the Pittston Township Municipal Building from 6-8 p.m. each day. Fee is $50 per player, or $75 per family. Little League Divisions include: Little League, Girls Softball, and Junior/ Senior Little League. All new players must provide a copy of birth certificate and proof of residency. T-Ball players must be age 5 by May 1. Questions can be directed to Art at 655-6996. Plains American Legion Baseball Teams will hold a registration on Sunday, Feb. 19 at the Plains American Legion home on East Carey Street in Plains. Registration time will be from 1-3 p.m. Players between the ages of 13-19 are eligible

14. Georgetown .............. 18-5 444 17 15. Texas A&M ............... 16-5 417 18 16. Purdue ....................... 19-5 385 15 17. Rutgers ...................... 17-6 334 13 18. Penn St...................... 18-5 307 19 19. Gonzaga.................... 21-3 268 20 20. Louisville ................... 17-6 217 14 21. Georgia...................... 18-6 207 21 22. Georgia Tech............ 17-6 128 24 22. North Carolina .......... 17-5 128 23 24. South Carolina.......... 18-5 123 — 25. St. Bonaventure ....... 22-2 82 — Others receiving votes: DePaul 38, BYU 28, California 25, Texas Tech 24, Oklahoma 18, Arkansas 14, Princeton 12, St. John’s 12, Florida Gulf Coast 8, Kansas St. 7, UTEP 7, Fresno St. 6, Bowling Green 1, West Virginia 1.

National Basketball Association EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division W L Pct Philadelphia ................... 17 7 .708 Boston ............................ 13 10 .565 New York ....................... 9 15 .375 New Jersey .................... 8 17 .320 Toronto ........................... 8 17 .320 Southeast Division W L Pct Miami .............................. 18 6 .750 Atlanta............................. 16 8 .667 Orlando........................... 15 9 .625 Washington.................... 4 20 .167 Charlotte ........................ 3 21 .125 Central Division W L Pct Chicago .......................... 20 6 .769 Indiana............................ 16 7 .696 Milwaukee ...................... 10 13 .435 Cleveland ....................... 9 13 .409 Detroit ............................. 6 20 .231 WESTERN CONFERENCE Southwest Division W L Pct San Antonio.................. 16 9 .640 Dallas ............................ 14 11 .560 Houston ........................ 13 11 .542 Memphis ....................... 12 12 .500 New Orleans ................ 4 20 .167 Northwest Division W L Pct Oklahoma City............... 18 5 .783 Denver............................ 15 9 .625 Utah ................................ 13 9 .591 Portland .......................... 14 10 .583 Minnesota ...................... 12 12 .500 Pacific Division W L Pct L.A. Clippers .................. 14 7 .667 L.A. Lakers..................... 14 10 .583 Phoenix .......................... 9 14 .391 Golden State .................. 8 13 .381 Sacramento ................... 8 15 .348 Sunday's Games Boston 98, Memphis 80 Miami 95, Toronto 89 Monday's Games L.A. Clippers 107, Orlando 102 OT Washington 111, Toronto 108 OT Philadelphia 95, L.A. Lakers 90 Phoenix 99, Atlanta 90 Chicago 108, New Jersey 87 New York 99, Utah 88 Sacramento 100, New Orleans 92 San Antonio 89, Memphis 84 Houston at Denver, late Oklahoma City at Portland, late Today's Games Utah at Indiana, 7 p.m. Charlotte at Boston, 7:30 p.m. Cleveland at Miami, 7:30 p.m.

GB — 31⁄2 8 91⁄2 91⁄2 GB — 2 3 14 15 GB — 21⁄2 81⁄2 9 14 GB — 2 21⁄2 31⁄2 111⁄2 GB — 31⁄2 41⁄2 41⁄2 61⁄2 GB — 11⁄2 6 6 7

UPCOMING EVENTS Jenkins Twp. Little League will hold a field preperation day on Saturday, March 10 from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. All managers and coaches must be present on this day for field preperations for the upcoming season. If you can not make it on this day, you must designate someone to be there in your absence. An alternate day will be scheduled in case of inclement weather. Bulletin Board items will not be accepted over the telephone. Items may be faxed to 831-7319, dropped off at the Times Leader or mailed to Times Leader, c/o Sports, 15 N, Main St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0250. Sacramento at Minnesota, 8 p.m. Phoenix at Milwaukee, 8 p.m. Oklahoma City at Golden State, 10:30 p.m. Wednesday's Games L.A. Clippers at Cleveland, 7 p.m. Milwaukee at Toronto, 7 p.m. Miami at Orlando, 7 p.m. New York at Washington, 7 p.m. San Antonio at Philadelphia, 7 p.m. Indiana at Atlanta, 7:30 p.m. Detroit at New Jersey, 7:30 p.m. Chicago at New Orleans, 8 p.m. Minnesota at Memphis, 8 p.m. Dallas at Denver, 9 p.m. Houston at Portland, 10 p.m. NBA LEADERS THROUGH FEB. 5 Scoring G FG FT Bryant, LAL ................ 24 256 159 James, MIA ................ 23 243 169 Durant, OKC .............. 23 221 140 Love, MIN................... 24 192 175 Rose, CHI .................. 21 177 111 Anthony, NYK............ 21 164 134 Aldridge, POR ........... 24 226 101 Westbrook, OKC....... 23 189 105 Griffin, LAC ................ 21 188 72 Ellis, GOL................... 20 159 85 Howard, ORL............. 24 173 143 D. Williams, NJN ....... 24 166 104 Jennings, MIL ............ 23 172 59 Martin, HOU............... 22 151 85 Bosh, MIA .................. 24 180 105 J. Johnson, ATL ........ 24 167 66 Pierce, BOS............... 20 117 101 Jefferson, UTA .......... 19 151 49 Gay, MEM .................. 24 181 60 Lee, GOL.................... 20 154 59 FG Percentage FG Chandler, NYK ............................ 89 Bynum, LAL................................. 137 Gortat, PHX ................................. 151 Howard, ORL .............................. 173 James, MIA ................................. 243 Nash, PHX................................... 121 Okafor, NOR ............................... 98 Griffin, LAC.................................. 188 Millsap, UTA................................ 153 Boozer, CHI................................. 172 Rebounds G OFF DEF Howard, ORL.......... 24 84 279 Love, MIN................ 24 100 228 Bynum, LAL ............ 20 62 178 Varejao, CLE........... 22 103 158 Cousins, SAC ......... 22 95 152 Griffin, LAC ............. 21 65 164 Humphries, NJN..... 23 89 152 Gasol, MEM ............ 24 54 193 Gortat, PHX ............. 23 56 180 Gasol, LAL .............. 24 66 175 Assists G Nash, PHX..................................... 21 Rondo, BOS .................................. 15 Paul, LAC ....................................... 16 Rubio, MIN..................................... 24 D. Williams, NJN ........................... 24 Calderon, TOR.............................. 25 Rose, CHI ...................................... 21 Lowry, HOU................................... 22 Parker, SAN................................... 25 Wall, WAS...................................... 24

PTS 705 672 616 601 496 489 554 498 449 426 489 485 458 437 472 447 372 351 441 367

AVG 29.4 29.2 26.8 25.0 23.6 23.3 23.1 21.7 21.4 21.3 20.4 20.2 19.9 19.9 19.7 18.6 18.6 18.5 18.4 18.4

FGA 125 244 269 313 440 222 180 347 291 330

PCT .712 .561 .561 .553 .552 .545 .544 .542 .526 .521

TOT 363 328 240 261 247 229 241 247 236 241

AVG 15.1 13.7 12.0 11.9 11.2 10.9 10.5 10.3 10.3 10.0

AST AVG 208 9.9 143 9.5 143 8.9 213 8.9 211 8.8 213 8.5 173 8.2 179 8.1 192 7.7 170 7.1


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HIGH SCHOOL WRESTLING

LOCAL ROUNDUP

Unsigned weigh-in sheet was no big deal after all By DAVE ROSENGRANT drosengrant@timesleader.com

After further review, Lake-Lehman and its head wrestling coach did nothing wrong prior to Saturday’s District 2 Class 2A Duals finals against Western Wayne. It was previously reported that Black Knights head coach Tom Williams overlooked signing the weigh-in sheet and if he was called on that, the team would have lost by default. Incorrect information was provided to The Times Leader and that was confirmed by PIAA State Rules Interpreter John Hossage on Monday. According to Hossage, no one – even the head referee – is mandated to sign the sheet with the wrestlers weights on it and it has never been a rule nationally or by the PIAA. The only signing that has to take place is the official scorer’s book, also known as the home book.

“I think the intent is that the argument later is that the referee verifies the weights,” said Hossage, who has been an official for 49 years and the state rules interpreter since the 1980’s. “The signature is to solve a problem. But there is nothing in the rule book and nothing mandated by the PIAA that the weigh-in sheet has to be signed.” The apparent discrepancy arose when Western Wayne coach Dante Terenzio and the media received two weigh-in sheets of Western Wayne and Lake-Lehman unsigned by Williams. On Monday, Williams said that the sheet he supplied to the officials was signed, submitted earlier and copies were made of the lists without his signature. Williams also said that he had a copy of his signed papers on his clipboard and Terenzio had an unsigned copy.

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Holy Redeemer’s Alexis Lewis has a rebound pulled away from her by Tanner Englehart of Dallas during Monday night’s game.

Royals extend Division II lead day night. Salimah Biggs led Meyers effort with 12 total points.

By ZACH DOLEIDEN For The Times Leader

WILKES-BARRE—Holding a one-game lead over Dallas in Division II of the Wyoming Valley Conference, Holy Redeemer sorely wanted to earn its second victory of the season over the Mountaineers in order to go up by two games with just three left to play. The Royals didn’t go home disappointed, as they were able to defeat Dallas 66-46 on Monday night. “Our gameplan was to worry not so much about what the other team was doing,” Redeemer coach Chris Parker said. “I always preach to the girls that if we do what we do and we do it the right way, we’ll be fine. This just put us in the driver’s seat.” Early in the first quarter, it quickly became known that Dallas came to play. After winning the tipoff for her team, Tanner Englehart immediately put the Mountaineers on the board first with a wide open jumper. Dallas was also dominant rebounding the ball in the early going, which helped contribute to their ability to keep Holy Redeemer off the scoreboard until the Royals’ Julia Wignot stole the ball and passed it to Alexis Lewis for an easy two. The Royals took the lead late in the first quarter and the scoring continued in the second as Wignot kicked off the scoring for Redeemer in the second quarter when she collected three points on an andone after her shot rolled in despite being hit on the arm. Alyssa Platko also scored two points after shedding a defender and making a jump shot from underneath. Meanwhile, the Mountaineers continued to find holes in the Redeemer defense, but had a tough time capitalizing on the penetration until Sara Flaherty drove to the net twice for two buckets. These were followed by a high floater by Maggie Michael inside the perimeter and drew Dallas to within seven as it went into the halftime break down 28-21. The Royals came out in the third quarter looking like a whole new team as they outscored Dallas 16-10. Lewis ignited Redeemer with her physical play under the net, nabbing rebound after rebound before converting them into points. Her inside prowess was highlighted by a rebound after which Lewis ran down the court and shook off two defenders before passing to Sara Altemose for a deep three-pointer. Holy Redeemer’s strong play continued into the final quarter, as it opened up with an 8-2 run, aided by two scores from beyond the arc by Alana Wilson to open a 53-33 lead early in

MEYERS (37): DiMaggio 3 0-0 7, Quinones 0 0-2 0, Kowalczyk 3 0-0 8, Biggs 5 0-2 12, Robertson 3 0-0 6, Winder 2 0-0 4; Totals: 16 0-4 37 LAKE-LEHMAN (38): N. Sutliff 4 2-4 13, Sutton 1 0-0 2, Mosier 0 0-0 0, Moosic 0 0-0 0, Leskowski 1 1-2 3, Mahoney 0 0-0 0, Spencer 8 4-4 20, D. Sutliff 0 0-0 0; Totals: 14 7-10 38 Meyers ....................................... 11 10 6 7 3 — 37 Lake-Lehman............................ 10 9 5 10 4 — 38 3-Point Field Goals— MEY 5 (Biggs 2, Kowalczyk 2, Dimaggio); LEH 3 (N. Sutliff 3)

Holy Redeemer’s Julia Wignot has the ball knocked away by Samantha Missal of Dallas as she set for a shot at the basket.

the fourth quarter. At the same time, the Royals’ defensive play elevated, keeping Dallas off the scoreboard for a solid two minutes. The Mountaineers seemed to become flustered in the final four minutes as they began making very sloppy decisions passing the ball. This led to a lack of offensive possessions and hurt any real chances of a comeback. “Obviously any time you win a game, it feels good,” Parker said. “Dallas has been playing well lately, beating both Pittston and Scranton Prep, so we knew it was going to be a tough game for us and that they were going to come ready to play. “However, I thought my team responded extremely well in the second half. We started rebounding the basketball and our defensive intensity picked up a lot.” Lewis led the Royals with 14 points in the game while Shannon Murray followed with 11 points. Paige Makowski chipped in with 10. Ashley Dunbar led the Mountaineers with nine tallies. Holy Redeemer 66, Dallas 46

DALLAS (46): Dunbar 1 4-9 9, Kelley 2 1-1 6, Englehart 4 1-4 9, Szatkowski 2 0-2 4, Hiscox 1 0-0 3, Missal 2 0-0 6, Comitz 1 0-0 2, Volpetti 0 0-0 0, Micahel 1 0-0 2, Flaherty 3 2-2 8, Olszewski 0 0-0 0. Totals 17 8-18 46. HOLY REDEEMER (66): Wignot 2 1-1 5, Makowski 3 4-4 10, Smith 0 0-0 0, Dougherty 0 0-0 0, Claherty 0 0-0 0, Warnagiris 2 1-1 5, Murray 5 0-0 11, Altemose 1 2-2 5, Slavoski 0 0-0 0, Frascella 1 0-0 2, Wilson 3 0-0 8, Platko 3 0-0 6, Lewis 5 4-4 14. Totals 25 12-12 66. Dallas........................................... 7 14 10 15 — 46 Holy Redeemer ......................... 10 18 17 21 — 66 3-Point Field Goals— DAL 4 (Missal 2, Hiscox, Kelley); HR 4 (Wilson 2, Altemose, Murray)

Hazleton Area 42, Wyoming Area 28 Alyssa Sitch racked up 16 points as the Cougars defeated the Warriors on Monday night. Serra Degnan was the leading scorer for Wyoming Area with 11 points.

HAZLETON AREA (42): Bono 1 4-4 6, Schoennagle 2 1-2 7, Wolk 0 0-0 0, B. Marchetti 0 0-0 0, Sitch 7 0-0 16, Kozel 0 0-0 0, Pfeil 1 0-0 3, Woznicki 2 0-0 4, Bachman 0 0-0 0, Ciccozzi 0 1-2 1, Carter 2 1-2 5, Zamonas 0 0-0 0; Totals: 15 7-10 42 WYOMING AREA (28): Degnan 3 5-14 11, Radzwilka 1 0-0 2, Blannett 1 1-2 3, Thornton 1 4-6 6, Bott 0 0-0 0, Coolbaugh 1 2-2 4, Turner 1 0-0 2; Totals: 8 12-24 28 Hazleton Area................................. 9 13 9 11 — 42 Wyoming Area................................ 5 9 7 7 — 28 3-Point Field Goals— HAZ 5 (Sitch 2, Schoennagle 2, Pfiel)

Tunkhannock 41, Berwick 38 The Tigers trailed 8-6 after the first period but came back to defeat Berwick Monday night. Kassie Williams led Tunkhannock with 12 points and Gabby Alguire contributed with 11 points. Berwick was led by Alexis Steeber’s 10 points.

BERWICK (38): Steeber 4 2-2 10, Davenport

8, Shortlidge 1 0-0 2, Welsh 1 0-0 2, Bridge Pittston Area 40, Coughlin 17 22 4-7 0-0 4, Floryshak 3 2-2 8, Seely 1 2-2 4, Lynn 0 0-0 0, Rinehimer 0 0-0 0; Totals: 14 10-13 38 The Patriots shut out the TUNKHANNOCK (41): Ayers 0 2-2 2, Nafus 3 2-5 8, Proulx 0 0-2 0, Alguire 3 5-10 11, Williams Crusaders for two straight 4 4-11 12, Kintner 3 2-5 8, Bonner 0 0-0 0; Totals: 15 15-35 41 periods to eventually go onto Berwick .......................................... 8 8 4 18 — 38 win the game on Monday Tunkhannock................................ 6 12 14 9 — 41 3-Point Field Goals— None night. Mia Hopkins led all scoring Wyoming Seminary 62, with 13 points for Pittston Hanover Area 42 Area. PITTSTON AREA (40): Balchune 0 0-0 0, Jess Neare totaled 14 points Barber 2 1-2 5, Fereck 0 0-0 0, Walesky 2 2-2 6, Mitchell 0 0-0 0, Rabender 1 2-2 4, O’Neill 3 0-0 and Ann Romanwoski totaled 7, Hopkins 6 1-2 13, Owens 0 0-0 0, Zanta 0 0-0 0, Brady 2 0-0 4; Totals 16 7-12 40 13 points as the Blue Knights COUGHLIN (17): Hayward 1 0-0 2, Oliver 2 defeated the Hawkeyes on 0-0 4, Flaherty 2 0-0 4, Graham 0 0-0 0, Zigler 0 0-0 0, Sebastian 1 0-0 2, Harper 0 0-0 0, GeMonday night. orgetti 0 2-2 2, Williams 1 1-2 3, Lavery 0 0-0 0; Totals: 7 3-4 17 Danielle Tuzinski led HanovPittston Area................................. 10 6 13 11 — 40 Coughlin ........................................ 0 0 8 9 — 17 er Area with 13 points. 3-Point Field Goals— PIT 1 (O’Neil)

Northwest 49, GAR 42 The Rangers rallied for the victory coming back from a three-point deficit after the third quarter to outscore the Grenadiers 18-8 in the fourth. Alivia Womelsdorf led the way for Northwest scoring 23 points, while Sarah Shaffer added 10 points. Unique Twyman and Quieterriua Gross paced GAR with nine points apiece.

HANOVER AREA (42): Smith 1 0-1 2, Mizenko 2 2-2 7, Zuronski 1 0-0 3, Growhowski 2 1-2 5, Kaminski 1 0-0 3, Miller 1 4-4 6, Fine 0 0-0 0, Tuzinski 3 7-9 13, Masher 0 2-2 2, McCary 0 1-4 1; Totals: 11 17-24 42 WYOMING SEMINARY (62): Romanowski 5 3-7 13, Neare 3 8-10 14, Gabriel 0 1-2 1, Karg 4 3-8 11, Williams 0 0-2 0, Davis 0 1-2 1, Henry 2 2-4 6, McMullan 7 2-8 16, Stemrich 0 0-0 0; Totals: 24 20-43 62 Hanover Area ............................. 10 5 9 18 — 42 Wyoming Seminary .................. 14 17 11 20 — 62 3-Point Field Goals— HAN 3 (Mizenko, Zuranski, Kaminski)

Nanticoke 66, MMI Prep 16 The Trojans led 41-10 at halftime and held the Preppers to only six points in the second half. Katie Wolfe led the scoring for Nanticoke with 22 points and Samantha Gow contributed three three-point field goals.

WOMEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL Misericordia 79, PSU-Altoona 31 Christine Marks and Jesse Robinson combined for 31 points and 13 different players scored as the Misericordia cruised. Marks had 16 points and eight rebounds and Robinson added 15 points. Amanda Greene added nine points and eight rebounds as the Cougars improved to 12-9. Robinson got the Cougars off to a fast start with 15 points in the first eight minutes as Misericordia opened a35-9 lead. Misericordia will host Eastern in a key Freedom Conference contest, Wednesday at 6 p.m.

Lake-Lehman 38, Meyers 37 OT Cayle Spencer totaled 20 points and Nikki Sutliff scored three three-point field goals as the Black Nights defeated the Mohawks in overtime on Mon-

PSU-Wilkes-Barre 68, PSU-Worthington 50 Aubrey Wargowsky closed out the game with the 15 total and was points to lead Penn State Wilkes-Barre to the victory. Tiara Brathwaite assisted with 13 points and was 5-of-8 from the free-throw line. Jessica Segilia led Worthington Scranton with 18 points while Kin Madensky contributed 16 points.

GAR (42): Twyman 3 1-2 9, Mosier 5 0-0 8, Nichol 0 0-0 0, Spence 2 1-2 6, Leco 1 0-0 2, Seabrook 1 0-0 2, Quin. Gross 3 0-2 6, Quie. Gross 4 0-0 9. Totals 19 2-6 42. NORTHWEST (49): Yustat 0 0-0 0, Shaffer 4 0-3 10, Womelsdorf 8 6-7 23, Koehn 3 0-0 6, Bosak 2 0-0 4, Gill 1 4-4 6. Totals 18 10-14 49. GAR ............................................... 17 10 7 8 — 42 Northwest...................................... 12 10 9 18 — 49 3-Point Field Goals— GAR 2 (Spence, Quiet. Gross); NW 3 (Womelsdorf, Shaffer 2)

MMI PREP (16): Purcell 2 0-0 4, Stanziola 0 3-4 3, Lobitz 1 1-1 3, Shearer 1 0-0 2, Karchner 2 0-0 4, Laura 0 0-2 0, Carrato 0 0-0 0, Darrow 0 0-0 0; Totals: 6 4-7 16 NANTICOKE (66): Brassington 1 0-0 3, Sugalski 3 0-0 6, Wolfe 9 4-6 22, Schinski 4 1-2 11, Yalch 1 0-0 3, Gow 4 2-2 13, Kile 1 0-0 2, Holl 2 2-2 6, Higgins 0 0-0 0, Hughes 0 0-0 0, Swanberry 0 0-0 0; Totals: 25 9-12 66 MMI Prep ...................................... 6 4 0 6 — 16 Nanticoke ...................................... 23 18 17 8 — 66 3-Point Field Goals— NAN 7 (Gow 3, Schinski 2 Brassington, Yalch)

MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL

Rockies acquire Guthrie from O’s

The Associated Press

DENVER — The Colorado Rockies acquired veteran righthander Jeremy Guthrie from the Baltimore Orioles on Monday, a move that bolsters their young rotation. In exchange, the Rockies sent reliever Matt Lindstrom and right-hander Jason Hammel to the Orioles. Guthrie, the Orioles’ opening day starter three of the last four seasons, lost 17 games last season, the most in the American League, and finished with a 4.33 ERA. He agreed to a one-year, $8.2 million contract with the Rockies, avoiding an arbitration hearing that had been scheduled for Monday in St. Petersburg, Fla. Guthrie, who turns 33 in April, is eligible to become a free agent af-

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game, 39-35 with two minutes remaining in the third quarter. Valley West then got baskets from Kait Smicherko, Cassie Smicherko and Olivia Hoffman to build its lead back up to eight, 48-40. "Tara did everything she’s supposed to do," Walker said. "She’s a very talented player. And Olivia did a great job of getting her second-chance points. We had too many girls watching them (inside)." Zdancewicz was a force throughout for the Spartans, scoring 26 points -- including

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rights under the law.” The authority has demanded that the Shamrocks offer refunds to season ticket holders. “At this time, our primary concern is that the season ticket holders who have already purchased their tickets be contacted by the Shamrocks to make arrangements for full refunds,” arena General Manager Rebecca Bonnevier said. Bonnevier advised any season ticket holders who have not yet contacted or been contacted by the Shamrocks to do so immediately at (570) 371-3825. “Season ticket holders who contact the arena may leave their name and contact information to be forwarded to the Shamrocks, but the arena, which has not received any monies from and has no control over ticket sales, will understandably not be issuing refunds and cannot accept responsibility for a response from Kings Lacrosse/the Shamrocks,” Bonnevier said. Jim Jennings, Shamrocks owner, said Kings Lacrosse has returned approximately $80,000 to $90,000 in season tickets and corporate sponsorships that had

ter the season. “They got two great arms,” Rockies general manager Dan O’Dowd said. “But we got a guy we feel fits in with our younger pitchers very well.” The acquisition of Guthrie certainly gives the Rockies another experienced pitcher in their rotation, especially with lefty Jorge De La Rosa still mending after elbow surgery that sidelined him last season. Guthrie will be in the mix to start on opening day along with hard-throwing righty Jhoulys Chacin, the ace of the staff last season. Chacin is part of the Rockies’ young stable of arms, which also includes Drew Pomeranz and Alex White, who were acquired in the deal last summer that sent Ubaldo Jimenez to the Cleveland Indians.

her team’s final six points during the tense final moments. Hoffman added a season-high 12 points and a game-high 14 rebounds. Kait Smicherko had nine rebounds and five assists as Valley West enjoyed a 46-34 edge on the boards. Myers paced Crestwood with 16 points and 12 rebounds, but the Comets were hindered by 32 percent shooting from the field. Kayla Gegaris added 10 points for the Comets. WYOMING VALLEY WEST (59): Judge 0 4-4 4, C. Smicherko 2 3-5 7, Reilly 1 1-2 3, K. Smicherko 1 0-3 3, Kane 2 0-1 4, Zdancewicz 9 8-9 26, Hoffman 5 2-2 12; Totals: 21 18-26 59 CRESTWOOD (52): Kendra 0 0-0 0, Lutz 1 6-6 8, Andrews 3 3-6 9, Mazzoni 0 0-0 0, Rutkowski 0 1-2 1, Gegaris 4 0-0 10, Cronauer 0 0-0 0, Wagnar 2 0-0 6, Myers 7 1-1 16, Jesikiewicz 1 0-0 2, Hislp 0 0-0 0, Ciaverella 0 0-0 0; Totals: 18 11-15 52 Wyoming Valley West .............. 10 20 12 17 — 59 Crestwood .................................... 9 19 10 17 — 52 3-Point Field Goals— WVW 1 (K. Smicherko); CRE 4 (Gegaris 2, Wagnar 2)

been sold and still has about $8,000 left to return. Jennings said the Shamrocks are still a member of the NALL, but the Shamrocks and three other teams that decided to start the season in the fall – Charlotte, Hershey and Jacksonville – are in a lawsuit with the league. “We’re disappointed that we could not come to an agreement with (the authority) to play in the fall. We are looking for a new venue,” Jennings said. While no indoor lacrosse games are presently scheduled to take place in the arena, the authority continues to look for exciting and entertaining events to bring to Northeastern Pennsylvania, Bonnevier said. “Because of the failures of Kings Lacrosse to abide by its promises and assurances, we are clearly unable to move forward as originally planned with the Shamrocks; we will, however, continue to aggressively explore future initiatives and opportunities that will be of interest to our patrons,” Bonnevier added. “In the immediate term, our priorities are ensuring that the Arena continues to offer professional, first-rate entertainment options for all age groups in our community and that our patrons are treated with consideration and courtesy,” she said.


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Coach’s unconventional call not unprecedented Green Bay let Denver score in 1998 Super Bowl, but that didn’t work either. By HOWARD ULMAN AP Sports Writer

INDIANAPOLIS — Bill Belichick gave clear instructions to his defensive unit: Let the runner score. Playing the odds and inviting critics, the calculating coach of the New England Patriots told his players to get out of the way, open a wide path for Ahmad Bradshaw and give Tom Brady a chance to win the Super Bowl in the final 57 seconds. Unusual? Certainly. Crazy? Not at all. ThestrategyfailedandtheNew York Giants won 21-17 on Sunday night. But Belichick was certain it gave the Patriots their best opportunity. They led17-15 with1:04 left but had just one timeout as New York faced a second down only 6 yards

from the goal line. If the Patriots tackled Bradshaw, the clock would keep running if they didn’t use the timeout. If they did use it, the Giants could let the clock run after the next play, leaving precious few secondswithLawrenceTynessetting up for a chip-shot field goal. A field goal, Belichick said Monday, that had a “well over 90 percent success rate” from that distance. And that strategy was used, although it also failed, in the 1998 Super Bowl by Green Bay Packers coach Mike Holmgren against the Denver Broncos. Still, it went against the competitive nature of defensive players, whose job it is to keep opponents out of the end zone, and runners, whose goal it is to get there. “It killed me,” said linebacker Brandon Spikes, a hard-hitting linebacker who simply stepped aside. “When the call came in to let them score, I was kind of like, ‘What? I’m here to do my job and it’s my job to play defense and let

them score?’ It was tough. It definitely was tough.” Bradshaw also had to fight off his instincts. As he approached the goal line, he tried to stop, like someone trying to avoid losing his balance. But his momentum carried him across the goal line, falling backward, even as game MVP Eli Manning yelled at him to go down. “I tried,” Bradshaw said, “but I couldn’t do it.” So it was 21-17 and Brady had those 57 seconds to score a touchdown. He had done it many times before. Starting at his 20, he threw two incompletions and then was sacked. But on fourth down, he connected with Deion Branch for 19 yards and a first down at the 33. Then he hooked up with Aaron Hernandez for 11 yards to the 44 before spiking the ball. The Giants then drew a 5-yard penalty, moving the ball to the Patriots 49. Still a chance, however slim. With nine seconds left, Brady threw an incompletion to Branch.

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New York Giants running back Ahmad Bradshaw (44) crosses into the end zone for a touchdown during the second half of Super Bowl XLVI.

With five seconds left, there was just one option — a desperation pass into a crowd in the end zone. It got there but, with tight ends Hernandez and Rob Gronkowski nearby, it dropped to the ground and the Patriots cham-

pionship chances — and the clock — fell to zero. Belichick’s strategy, sound though it might have been, didn’t work out. “He made a good decision,” Brady said. “We left ourselves

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NEW YORK — For the third consecutive year, the Super Bowl has set a record as the most-watched television show in U.S. history. The Nielsen Co. said Monday that an estimated 111.3 million people watched the New York Giants beat the New England Patriots on Sunday night. That narrowly beat the 111 million who watched Green Bay’s win over Pittsburgh last year. NBC was blessed by a competitive game between two teams that played one of the Super Bowl’s most memorable games four years ago, with one of them representing the largest media market in the country. Fans bet $94M at Nevada casinos Sports fans bet $93.9 million at Nevada casinos on Sunday’s Super Bowl matchup between the New York Giants and New England Patriots, the most wagered in the past decade. The Gaming Control Board says unaudited tallies show 184 sports books won a little over $5 million on the football action. New England was about a 3 point favorite, but the Giants won 21-17. It was a different story for Nevada casinos when the same two teams played in the 2008 Super Bowl. The Patriots opened as 14-point favorites four years ago, but Giants backers bet the line down to 12 points and got paid when New York earned a 17-14 win. Nevada casinos lost the most money ever on the Super Bowl that year — $2.6 million. Ochocinco pleads to Ohio charge CINCINNATI — New England Patriots wide receiver Chad Ochocinco has pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor charge in Cincinnati hours after playing in the Super Bowl. A Hamilton County court bailiff says the former Cincinnati Bengal pleaded guilty Monday to a charge of failure to display a valid driver’s license during a July 21 traffic stop. Court documents show Ochocinco, who’s listed under his former name Chad Johnson, was originally charged with driving with a suspended license and a window tint violation. The documents also state that his out- of-state driver’s license was suspended. The bailiff says he has a valid license now.

with a little bit of time.” Early this season, the Patriots lost to the Buffalo Bills 34-31 in the third game when they couldn’t get the ball back. The Bills appeared to score with 1:43 left on a 39-yard pass playfromRyanFitzpatricktoFred Jackson. But the ruling that Jackson crossed the goal line was reversedafterreplayandBuffalogot the ball at the 1. Fitzpatrick kept kneeling on every play until Rian Lindell kicked a winning 28-yard field goal as time expired. Belichick’s clear-the-way order was similar to Holmgren’s decision in the 1998 Super Bowl. The score was tied at 24 when he let Terrell Davis score on a1-yard run with1:45 left rather than allow the Broncos to run down the clock for a short field goal attempt. Brett Favre then led the Packers from their 30 to the Broncos 31. But after three straight incompletions, Denver regained possession with 28 seconds to go and John Elway kneeled down to end the game.

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Disappointed Patriots return home By JIMMY GOLEN AP Sports Writer

FOXBOROUGH, Mass — WhenNewEnglandPatriotsownerRobertKraftsitsdownwithnetwork executives to negotiate the NFL’s television contracts, he knows what they’re looking for. On Sunday, he experienced the wrong side of it. “Look, we’re all disappointed in whathappened,”hetoldreporters after returning to the team’s stadium on Monday, the day after the New York Giants beat the Patriots 21-17 in the Super Bowl. “I can say this as chair of the (NFL) broadcast committee: The reason that the networks pay us the large fees that they do is that no one knows whatisgoingtohappeninagame. Head coach, quarterback, owner, D-linemen no one knows. “It’s two or three plays that make the difference, that makes the game so exciting.” Those plays went against the Patriots on Sunday, when they lost to the New York Giants in the Super Bowl for the second time in five seasons. Among the turning points was coach Bill Belichick’s

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team’s headquarters in East Rutherford, where thousands of fans lined the gates waiting to catch a glimpse of the champions. At around 2:15 p.m., a caravan of five chartered buses pulled up to the gate at the Timex Performance Center. The first bus

where a few hundred fans greeted them. FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — The Patriots say there’s no Only a handful of players were finger-pointing after their Super Bowl loss, even if supermodel available in the locker room; Gisele Bundchen won’t abide by that code. spokesman Stacey James said The wife of New England quarterback Tom Brady was caught on most players met their families in camera complaining that dropped passes the parking lot and went home doomed the team to a 21-17 loss to the New without coming in. York Giants on Sunday — the Patriots’ second loss in the NFL title game in five seasons. Safety James Ihedigbo said the Late in the game, usually dependable flight home was especially diffireceiver Wes Welker dropped a pass that went cult because he realized the team off his hands; Aaron Hernandez and Deion would probably not be together Branch also had trouble coming up with again as a whole. catches. Bundchen was caught on video by “It’s the National Football Gisele Bundchen TheInsider.com responding to a pro-Giants heckler after the game by saying, “My League. The group of guys that husband cannot (expletive) throw the ball and catch the ball at the are on that plane, it’s rare that all same time.” these guys are going to be back Brady was not available for comment on Monday, when the and be one team,” he said. “We team flew back from Indianapolis and arrived at Gillette Stadium have a very special group. We on buses. Asked if the team had any comment, Patriots worked hard, we’re a family and spokesman Stacey James pursed his lips together and shook his we played like that. It’s a tough pill head from side to side. But defensive back James Ihedigbo says Welker was a big to swallow.” reason the Patriots made it to the Super Bowl, and he’s not to Defensive back Antwaun Molblame for the loss. den said Sunday night was rough, “You can’t point fingers at anybody. Wes made amazing plays all but by Monday he had taken time season,” Ihedigbo said. “You win it as a team; you win it and lose it toreflectontheseasonasawhole. as a team. And we lost to a good football team.” “To see where we came from Aug. 30 to this point, it’s definitely a journey,” he said. “I know we decision to allow Ahmad Brad- time for a comeback. shaw to score the go-ahead touchThe Patriots flew back to Bos- played well. We just came up down with 57 seconds left so that ton on Monday afternoon and short. It’s a good thing to learn the Patriots might have enough rode buses to Gillette Stadium, from.”

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had Coughlin sitting in the front seat, waving to the cheering fans. When all five buses made it safely inside, the players started to filter out and to their own vehicles. Wide receiver Mario Manningham and defensive end Justin Tuck came over to the fence to greet the cheering fans, offering handshakes and high fives. “Every time we came into the huddle, we just tried to take it

one play at a time,” Tuck said later Monday, in an interview on New York City radio station WFAN. “It was just another team effort. We were so focused.” Tight end Jake Ballard was spotted coming off the bus, donning crutches to help him maneuver with his injured right knee. He managed to smile and wave to the adoring fans. Defensive end Dave Tollefson

heard chants of “D-Line, DLine” from the crowd and pumped his fist into the air. But there were two key components missing: the Vince Lombardi Trophy and Super Bowl MVP Eli Manning. The scene at the facility was an ironic twist to the entire season, one that began in July with the media being forced to try to gain access from outside the same gate during the final stages of the lockout.

title-winning drive that he started with a pinpoint 38-yard pass. “A championship is a championship,” said Manning, who threw for a career-best and franchise-best 4,933 yards this season. “Each one is special. Each one has special moments during the season and, obviously, different teammates. This year, I am just happy for a number of guys getting a championship. “...To give them that opportunity for these next five or six months, we can say, ‘Hey, we are the best. We are the champs.’ That’s a pretty nice feeling.” The one thing Manning didn’t want to hear anything about was having bragging rights over his brother, Peyton, with two championships. “This isn’t about bragging rights,” Eli said. “This is a lot bigger. This is about a team, an organization being named world champions, and that was the ultimate goal. That’s the only thing that’s important, is the team finding a way to get a victory. That’s the only thing I care about and Peyton and I both know that’s what the goal is every year. It’s not about anything else.” Giants chief executive John Mara said the secret to Manning’s success is his calm demeanor. “The more his back is against the wall, the better he performs,” Mara said before the team left its hotel for a flight to New Jersey and a planned parade up the “Canyon of Heroes” in Manhattan on Tuesday. “There is nobody I would rather have with the ball in his hands at the end of the game, with a chance to win, than Eli Manning.” Linebacker Mathias Kiwanuka said Manning is the perfect quarterback for the New York metropolitan area because he is so resilient on and off the field. He gets knocked down, he gets back up. He gets criticized by the media, he doesn’t care. “If you can’t get back up, you are not going to stay around that long,” Kiwanuka said. Coughlin left little doubt that he wants to go for a third title next season, joking he was only 45. “I mean, it’s what I do,” Coughlin said at the news conference where Manning was presented another automobile for winning his second Super Bowl MVP award. “So, the alternative I’ve never really given it a whole lot of consideration. (Just coach) as long as I can.” Coughlin could be around for a while following his second title as a head coach. He signed a contract extension in July that runs through next season, but it looks as the Giants could revisit that deal following the franchise’s fourth Super Bowl win. It’s obvious he still wants to coach. “I don’t fish, I don’t golf,” he said. “My wife keeps telling me, ‘You better have something to do, buddy boy. If you think you’re going to hang around here, you’re crazy.”’


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Lehman closing in on ending below .500 streak It’s going to go right down to the wire for the Lake-Lehman Black Knights. Win two of their final four Wyoming Valley Conference games, and the mark of 18 consecutive losing seasons ends. Win just one and the streak will click over to 19 for Lehman, which brings a 10-8 overall record into tonight’s game at powerful Meyers. “There’s no question that’s something that will propel us,” third-year coach Brian Cutter said. “But I thought we’d be a 14-8 or 15-7 team.” Getting over the .500 hump is just one goal that is attainable. While the Black Knights go into the Meyers game as heavy un-

JOHN ERZAR NOTEBOOK derdogs, the other three teams remaining on the schedule are MMI Prep, Northwest and Wyoming Seminary. They’ve defeated all three previous, although the Sem game went to overtime. Another goal is tougher. Cutter wants his team to stick to the game plan. That was a problem in a 60-37 loss to GAR last week. The Black Knights wanted to slow down the pace, Cutter joked he wanted the score 4-2 at halftime, but instead got caught up in GAR’s fastpaced offense. That’s easier said than done, especially against quality opponents like GAR. The Grenadiers,

like all the WVC elite, don’t always go out there and immediately dictate the style of play. They sort of probed and probed at Lehman until the game progressed into a track meet. “There are situations we can run against certain teams,” Cutter said. “GAR obviously isn’t one of them.” HITTING 400 Hazleton Area’s 73-50 victory Friday over Coughlin marked the 400th victory in the school’s 20-year existence. It doesn’t take a math major to figure out that’s an average of 20 wins per season with more expected this year. And it doesn’t take a basketball guru to realize that’s quite impressive on the high school level. Bruce Lieb had the job of cobbling together a team after

Hazleton, West Hazleton and Freeland high schools merged. He handed the reins over to Mike Joseph, one of his former players at Hazleton, six seasons ago. ‘BLUE’ BLUE KNIGHTS Wyoming Seminary could be riding a four-game winning streak into this week if not for a couple hard luck losses. The Blue Knights fell 45-44 to Nanticoke on Friday on a lastsecond shot by Kevin Zaykoski. They ended the first-half season with a 70-63 overtime loss to Lake-Lehman. BACK ON THE COURT Two injured players recently returned to their teams after missing the first-half season. Wyoming Area’s Bart Chupka, a junior center, has made an

impact the last three games. He scored 15 points in his first game, a 53-42 victory over Berwick, and is averaging 11 points. Chupka missed eight games after breaking his arm Dec. 26 diving for a loose ball against Old Forge. Meyers’ Tyriek Steward is also back after having a good chunk of the season wiped out by an ankle injury. The 6-foot-3 sophomore has added some depth to the Mohawks and is averaging 5.3 points since his return.

a teammate after a drive to the basket. His teammate missed and the rebound went past players from both teams to Smith, who was flat on his back on the court. The other occurred in GAR’s game at Lake-Lehman last week. GAR’s Isaiah Francis went up for a dunk, but instead of stuff the ball through the rim he jammed it between the rim and backboard. Obviously, the game was stopped until the ball was dislodged.

STRANGE PLAYS Two oddities occurred in recent games. The first was the GAR at Meyers contest that decided the WVC Division III first-half title. Meyers guard Fabian Smith fell to the floor just after passing to

DEFENSE, DEFENSE GAR defeated MMI Prep 48-18 last Friday. It was the lowest points allowed by the Grenadiers since defeating St. Michael’s 77-17 last season, a stretch of 29 games.

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Williams rallies 76ers to win over Lakers

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PHILADELPHIA — Lou Williams nailed the go-ahead 3-pointer, scored 14 of his 24 points in the fourth quarter, and spoiled Kobe Bryant’s recordsetting night while leading the Philadelphia 76ers to 95-90 win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday night. With “Beat L.A.!” echoing through a second straight sellout crowd, Williams hit the tying jumper, then followed with the 3 for a 91-88 lead. He hit another floater to make it 93-88, part of a fantastic fourth that saw him hold off Bryant and help the Sixers improve to 13-3 at home. Bryant scored 24 of his 28 points in the first half. He passed former teammate Shaquille O’Neal and moved into fifth place on the NBA’s career scoring list. Kings 100, Hornets 92 NEW ORLEANS — DeMarcus Cousins had 28 points and 19 rebounds, and the Sacramento Kings erased an 18-point deficit en route to a victory over the slumping New Orleans Hornets. Tyreke Evans scored 11 of his 20 points in the fourth quarter, when Sacramento took its first lead on Marcus Thornton’s free throw with 6:24 left. Isaiah Thomas scored 17, including a 31-foot 3 with 2:15 to go that gave the Kings a 94-88 lead. Thornton added 12 points. Wizards 111, Raptors 108 WASHINGTON — John Wall scored 31 points, Nick Young

Stoudemire out after death of brother LAKE WALES, Fla. — A brother of New York Knicks star Amare Stoudemire died in a Florida car crash Monday after the SUV he was driving slammed into the back of a trailer. Authorities are still investigating and awaiting test results to find out if alcohol was a factor. The Florida Highway Patrol said 35-year-old Hazell Stoudemire was not wearing a seatbelt and died at the scene. Amare Stoudemire returned to Florida to be with his family and was to miss Monday night’s game against Utah. Knicks spokesman Jonathan Supranowitz said he doesn’t know how long Stoudemire will be away. “Our thoughts and prayers and everything’s with him, and whatever time he needs to take, he’ll take, and then we’ll get him back as soon as possible,” Knicks coach Mike D’Antoni said after the team’s morning workout in Greenburgh, N.Y. The highway patrol report said Hazell Stoudemire’s SUV struck a trailer that was being towed by a truck early Monday morning. He had been driving on a highway in the heart of Florida’s citrus country. Hazell Stoudemire, who lived in Lakeland, Fla., was one of Amare’s four brothers.

had a season-high 29 and Trevor Booker added a season-high 19 as the Washington Wizards blew an 18-point third-quarter lead then hung on to beat the Toronto Raptors in overtime. The Wizards outscored Toronto 6-3 in the overtime.

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Bulls 109, Nets 87 NEWARK, N.J. — Carlos Boozer scored 24 points and the Chicago Bulls beat the New Jersey Nets. Luol Deng scored 19 points and C.J. Watson added 14 points and 10 assists for the Bulls, who improved to 4-2 six games into a nine-game road trip that is their longest of the season. Knicks 99, Jazz 88 NEW YORK — Jeremy Lin scored a career-high 28 points in his first career start, Steve Novak added a season-best 19, and the New York Knicks overcame the absence of Amare Stoudemire and early loss of Carmelo Anthony to beat the Utah Jazz.

11 points in the fourth quarter and overtime, and the Los Angeles Clippers slipped by the Orlando Magic. Blake Griffin and Chauncey Billups each added 18 points for the Clippers. Suns 99, Hawks 90 ATLANTA — Steve Nash scored 24 points and the Phoenix Suns broke open a close game with a 24-6 run to close the third quarter and beat the Atlanta Hawks.

Spurs 89, Grizzlies 84 MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Tony Parker scored 21 points, and Tim Duncan added 19 points and 17 rebounds to lead the San Antonio Spurs to a victory over the Memphis Grizzlies. Duncan scored 13 of his Clippers 107, Magic 102 points in the second half as the Spurs opened a nine-game road ORLANDO, Fla. — Chris Paul scored 29 points, including trip with a win.

MAJOR COLLEGES

No. 4 Missouri holds on to beat Oklahoma The Associated Press

NORMAN, Okla. — Marcus Denmon scored 25 points, Ricardo Ratliffe added 15 points and 10 rebounds and No. 4 Missouri claimed first place in the Big 12 by edging Oklahoma 71-68 on Monday night. Oklahoma (13-10, 3-8) had the ball with a chance to tie with 5 seconds left. Romero Osby was fouled with 2.5 seconds left and missed both free throws, and Steven Pledger missed a 3-pointer at the buzzer when the offensive rebound was tapped back to him. The Tigers (22-2, 9-2) moved a half-game ahead of No. 6 Baylor and No. 7 Kansas in the standings. Those teams meet Wednesday night for a chance to pull even with Missouri. Pledger led Oklahoma with 22 points and Sam Grooms had a career-high 17 points and 10 assists. Pledger slumped to the ground and put his hands over his face after his potential tying shot clanged off the rim to end

Kentucky starts 3rd straight week at No. 1

Kentucky is on top of The Associated Press’ college basketball poll for a third straight week. The Wildcats, who were also No. 1 for two weeks earlier this season, received 63 first-place votes Monday from the 65-member national media panel. Syracuse, which got the other No. 1 votes, Ohio State, Missouri, North Carolina and Baylor held second through sixth from last week. Kansas moved up one spot to seventh, while Florida jumped four places to eighth. Murray State, the lone unbeaten in Division I, moved one spot to ninth and Duke dropped three places to 10th.

the game. He stayed on the floor until two Missouri players and teammate Barry Honore came over to lift him up.

who outworked them all evening.

WOMEN’S ROUNDUP Duke 96, North Carolina 56 Louisville 80, Connecticut 59 DURHAM, N.C. — Tricia Liston scored 16 of her 23 LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Gorgui Dieng returned from a sprained points during the decisive firsthalf run in No. 5 Duke’s rout of right ankle to score 15 points No. 22 North Carolina. and freshman Chane Behanan Richa Jackson added 17 added 12 rebounds as No. 24 Louisville beat Connecticut, the points for the Blue Devils (19-3, 10-0 Atlantic Coast ConferCardinals’ fifth straight win. Louisville (19-5, 7-4) is quick- ence). They shot 54 percent ly ascending the Big East stand- and led by 41 in claiming their third straight win over their ings after a rough start. While fiercest rivals — and their most most of the 31 credential NBA lopsided since a 101-58 romp in personnel were scouting the 2000. Huskies, it was the Cardinals

Maryland 64, Ga, Tech 56 DULUTH, Ga. — Alyssa Thomas scored 23 points and pulled down 12 rebounds, Tianna Hawkins added a career-high 23 points and Maryland beat Georgia Tech. Despite a difficult shooting night from the field, Thomas went 12 of 12 on free throws to help Maryland (20-3, 7-3 Atlantic Coast Conference) win its second straight. Ohio State 72, Wisconsin 58 COLUMBUS, Ohio — Samantha Prahalis scored a career-high 34 points and No. 10 Ohio State made the most of an eight-day layoff to beat Wisconsin, the Buckeyes’ 20th consecutive victory over the Badgers. Tayler Hill, the Big Ten’s leading scorer, added 18 points for the Buckeyes (21-2, 8-2), who had lots of time to mull a disappointing 76-65 loss at Minnesota on Jan. 29. Ohio State broke the game open with a 16-3 second-half run.

TORONTO — Phil Kessel scored twice and Mikhail Grabovski assisted on Toronto’s first two goals to lead the surging Maple Leafs past the Edmonton Oilers 6-3 on Monday night. The Oilers played without coach Tom Renney, who stayed back at the team hotel after taking a puck in the head during the morning skate. The cut required stitches and left Renney experiencing headaches. Associate coach Ralph Krueger took over in his absence. Toronto has climbed back into playoff position in the Eastern Conference by going 5-0-1 in its last six games. Grabovski has led the charge with 12 points during that stretch. Clarke MacArthur, Jake Gardiner, Tyler Bozak and Joffrey Lupul also scored for the Maple Leafs. Kessel added an assist, passing the 300-point plateau for his career. Jordan Eberle scored twice and Jeff Petry had a goal for Edmonton, which lost in regulation for the first time since Jan. 21. Oilers rookie forward Ryan Nugent-Hopkins didn’t play after taking a hit from Mike Brown early in the third period. Nugent-Hopkins just returned to the lineup Saturday after missing a month with a shoulder injury. James Reimer entered the game with a long shutout streak after blanking Toronto’s previous two opponents, but it ended quickly. Eberle collected a puck in front that Maple Leafs defenseman Dion Phaneuf was unable to clear and beat Reimer just 21 seconds in. Coyotes 3, Red Wings 1 GLENDALE, Ariz. — Mike Smith stopped 30 shots, Martin Hanzal scored twice and the Phoenix Coyotes ended a seven-

Sydney Crosby practices with Penguins

MONTREAL — Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby practiced Monday but said he is no closer to returning from a concussion and neck injury that have sidelined him for most of the season. Coach Dan Bylsma felt with Jordan Staal and Simon Despres ready to resume skating after their injuries, it was better to include Crosby in the main practice rather than have him skate on his own. Crosby moved with plenty of energy and took part in every drill. “It was good to be out there,” he said. “I wasn’t going to skate by myself if I didn’t have to. “This week’s been pretty good. I feel like I’m getting there. I don’t know the timeframe. I wish I did.” Crosby said he is not ready to resume practicing regularly with his teammates. “I’ll be back (skating) by myself and doing the type of things injured guys usually do,” he said. “You play hockey because you love being part of the team and being around that type of atmosphere. When you’re injured it’s not like that. You’re out there with one or two guys and you’re on your own. It’s nice to be with the group.”

game losing streak to Detroit with a win over the Red Wings. Boyd Gordon had a shorthanded goal in the first period and Hanzal scored on a power play in the second for Phoenix. Detroit picked up the pressure in the third, but Smith made some difficult saves and Hanzal scored his eighth of the season into an empty net in the closing seconds to give the Coyotes consecutive wins over San Jose and Detroit, two of the Western Conference’s best teams.

Warrior headed to Lindenwood

Wyoming Area senior Jenna Skrinak signed a letter of intent to play field hockey at Lindenwood University in St. Charles, Mo. She is the first player from Wyoming Area to be offered an athletic scholarship for field hockey. Jenna is the daughter of Kathy and the late Bob Skrinak. Pictured seated are: Kathy and Jenna Skrinak. Standing: Frank Parra, Wyoming Area athletic director and Vito Quaglia, principal, Wyoming Area Secondary Center.


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Semenza helping Buckeyes women on the ice ON CAMPUS BILL ARSENAULT Feb. 17-18. HONORS FOR RAVA – Baptist Bible sophomore Kacee Rava is on a roll and she’s earning awards for her efforts. Rava (Coughlin) has helped the women’s basketball team record six straight victories with her scoring and rebounding, and has won back-to-back Colonial States Athletic Conference Player of the Week honors and was named player of the week by the National Christian College Athletic Association. In the last six games, the 6-foot-2 center is averaging 23.3 points and 15.3 rebounds, and has six straight double-doubles. She had a season-high 36 points and 14 rebounds against Cedar Crest, 27 points and 19 rebounds against Immaculata and 25 points and a season-high 20 rebounds against Keystone. “Kacee was injured at the beginning of the season and missed a few games but she is finally healthy and in a rhythm, playing like she can,” coach Amber Jacobs said. “Most people see her and think she’s good because of her size. While that’s true, her footwork and individual moves in the post are what set her apart from any other post player. She has an array of moves and counter moves that keep the defenses guessing. She also has the ability to hit the 15 foot jumper, which is an added weapon she is continually refining.” On the season, Rava leads the 14-5 Defenders in scoring (16.9), rebounding (11.2) and blocked shots (22). She also has 26 assists and 17 steals. AYERS COMPETING – High Point freshman Reece Ayers (Tunkhannock) had a strong season with the cross country team last fall and figures to score points in the 10,000-meter run this spring. This winter, he’s competing in the 3,000 and 5,000 for the Panthers. Ayers kicked off his indoor season by finishing second in

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the 5,000 (15:30.06) at the Captain’s Invitational in Newport News, Va. In his latest effort, he competed in the 3,000 for the first time ever and finished sixth out of 26 runners at the Kent Taylor Invitational in Chapel Hill, N.C. His time was 8:42.05. “Reece had a tough time with injuries following cross country his senior year in high school,” coach Mike Esposito said. “Once the injury situation was figured out, he was able to train normally and progressed very nicely.” Ayers was named Big South Freshman of the Year in cross country and was a member of the High Point first five at the end of the season. He also did well academically. “Reece has fit in very well,” Esposito said. “He has a great work ethic and is extremely coachable. He will focus on the 10k this outdoor season and he’s excited about the event. He’s a great kid and we’d love to have more like him.” MAZUR STEPPING UP – Senior Matt Mazur (Hazleton Area) is a key performer for the Lock Haven men’s track team. Mazur recently finished seventh in the mile (4:35.19) and helped the 3,200 finish third (8:19.58) at the Freedom Games in Edinboro. “Matt has really stepped it up this season,” coach Aaron Russell said. “In the wake of a number of injuries to the men’s

team, he has emerged as one of our team leaders. He’s been very versatile, competing wherever we’ve needed him. He’ll be a major part of our plans for the PSAC Championships.” Freshman John Poli (Pittston Area) is also on the squad. He competes in the shot put and weight throw. “John has been improving each week,” Russell said. “Every time he steps into the circle things click more and more for him. Learning a new event (35pound weight throw) takes time to catch on to but he’s been working hard and doing a great job and it’s paying off. He’s on the verge of qualifying for the PSACs.” The Bald Eagles compete in the St. Valentine’s Invitational

on Friday and Saturday in Boston. RECORD FOR EYER – Sophomore Zach Eyer (Berwick) set a new standard in the 800-meter run for the Bloomsburg men’s indoor track team. Eyer finished 16th out of 52 runners at the Division II Challenge last Saturday in Geneva, Ohio. His time was 1:57.91. The old record was 1:58.57. “Zach has transitioned into his sophomore year excellently,” coach Bernard Empie said. “Already this indoor season he is showing large improvements over his performances at the same time last year.” Empie sees even better things for Eyer down the road. “As we wind down the indoor season and then move into the outdoor season, I expect Zach to position himself among the top runners in the PSAC. His steady development and earlyseason performances indicate he should eclipse his marks from last season.” The Huskies return to action in the Happy Valley Classic Saturday in State College. MESSINGERS DOING THE JOB – The University of the Sciences in Philadelphia men’s basketball team is struggling to earn a spot in the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference but brothers Myer and Henry Messinger are giving it all they’ve got down the stretch. They are former Dallas High performers. The Devils are 3-16 overall

and 1-11 in league play and need to finish strong to earn a playoff spot. Myer, a 6-foot-7, 210-pound senior, is averaging 10.6 points and 3.8 rebounds but has scored in double figures in four of the team’s last five games. Henry, a 6-foot-5, 190-pound junior, is doing even better. He’s averaging 12.4 points and 4.1 rebounds and has scored in double figures in 10 of his last 11 contests including a pair of 25-point nights. “Both Myer and Henry are playing well at the right time of the year,” coach David Pauley said. “As the team has improved, so has their play. Their continued improvement will be needed as we vie for a playoff spot.” INJURY SLOWS RYAN – New Hampshire junior Michael Ryan (Lake-Lehman) had two solid efforts with the men’s indoor track team this winter. He finished fourth in the 3,000 (8:52.34) at a quad meet in Durham, N.H., and then finished 53 out of 82 runners at the Boston Indoor Games with a time of 4:32.77. “That 3k time was a PR (personal record) for Mike,” coach Jim Boulanger said. “But right now he’s nursing an Achilles injury and will probably not race again until the outdoor season. He has been doing alternative training the past two weeks and is feeling better. We will be looking for him to run the 5 and 10k outdoors.”

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The No. 13 appears to be a good luck charm for Paige Semenza of the Ohio State women’s ice hockey team. Semenza, from Pittston (North American Hockey Academy), scored 13 points as a freshman (four goals and nine assists), 13 points as a sophomore (seven goals and six assists) and has scored 13 points (four goals and nine assists) thus far this season. The 5-foot-4 forward and assistant captain had a goal and an assist in a recent 6-2 victory over No. 5-ranked North Dakota, and added another goal the next night as the Buckeyes came up short in a 5-2 loss to the Fighting Sioux. But, according to coach Nate Handrahan, scoring isn’t the main reason why Semenza is a key performer on the team. “Paige has done some great things for us, mostly, the kind that doesn’t get recognized,” the coach said. “She has been a consistent player who battles hard, kills penalties and lately has been on our power play.” Handrahan sees the confidence building in Semenza, especially on the offensive end. “Paige has matured as a player,” he said. “She’s getting smarter as well as mastering her game and how she needs to play. I’m confident she will continue to have an impact for us down the stretch.” The Buckeyes, 15-11-4 overall and tied for fourth in the Western Collegiate Hockey Association with a 12-11-1 mark, battle Minnesota on Friday and Saturday in Columbus and then wrap up the regular season at Wisconsin on Feb. 17-18. DAILEY OFF AND RUNNING – Sophomore Chris Dailey is doing the job as a middle distance runner for the Connecticut men’s indoor track team. Dailey (Dallas) finished eighth out of 22 runners in the 600-meter dash at the Sykes and Sabock Challenge last Saturday at Penn State. His time was a season-best 1:21.49. Prior to that, he finished fifth out of 30 runners in the 500 in 1:05.28 at the Great Dane Classic in New York City and eighth out of 39 runners in the 400 (50.67) at the Donahue Indoor Games in Boston. “Chris has raised his level of training considerably this year, both with respect to volume and quality,” coach Greg Roy said. “He is already qualified for the Big East in the 500 and we look forward to gearing his training and competitions toward the championship season.” The Huskies compete in the Rider/Lafayette Invitational on Friday in New York City and then return to the Big Apple for the Big East Championships on

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MADRID — Eddy Merckx wonders if someone is trying to “kill cycling.” The cycling great deplored the decision Monday to strip Alberto Contador of his 2010 Tour de France title and ban him for two years for doping. The Court of Arbitration for Sport rejected Contador’s claim that his positive test for clenbuterol was caused by eating contaminated meat. The Spaniard, who also won cycling’s premier race in 2007 and 2009, joined Floyd Landis as the only riders to lose a Tour title. “It’s very bad for cycling. It’s bad for everybody. It’s like someone wants to kill cycling,” Merckx, a five-time Tour de France winner, told The Associated Press at the Tour of Qatar. “I’m very surprised, very surprised. It’s bad for the sponsors. It’s bad for the Tour (de France). It’s bad for cycling.” Contador said he ate tainted beef eaten on a Tour rest day. The top court in international sports called that “unlikely,” saying the result was more likely caused by the “ingestion of a contaminated food supplement.” “Cycling always receives a bad name. It’s always cycling that’s attacked and other sports are never attacked. In other sports they don’t go so far,” Merckx said. “If you go zero-zero-zerozero-zero (tolerance) you can always find something in every-

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Spanish cyclist Oscar Pereiro, who was elevated to 2006 champion after Landis was stripped, called the verdict “disgraceful.” But Spain’s Sports Ministry backed the CAS decision without offering a word of support for Contador. “We, once again, completely reject all forms of doping,” the ministry said. The Spanish cycling federation was surprised CAS decided to overrule its decision to allow Contador to escape without a ban after the Saxo Bank-SunGuard rider had successfully appealed the federation’s initial one-year suspension. The Spanish Association of Professional Cyclists also denounced the ruling. “We feel a lot of sympathy for the athlete,” Spanish cycling federation President Juan Carlos Castano said. “It’s a sad day for Spanish sport and cycling.” Spain’s national association of cattle farmers also felt vindicated, saying it had been subjected to “false accusations.” “This shows that our system of traceability and food safety is one of the best around and is homogeneous with all other EU countries,” the organization said.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy reports Monday in its annual report of the nation’s most generous people that the top 50 donors made pledges in 2011 to give a total of $10.4 billion. The donors gave a total of $3.3 billion in 2010, the smallest total since The Chronicle began tracking the biggest donors in 2000. A decade ago, the top 50 givers gave $12.5 billion. It took gifts totaling at least $26 million to make the list this year. People on the list gave a median of $61 million in 2011, compared to $39.6 million in 2010.

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NEW YORK — Phone company Verizon Communications Inc. will challenge Netflix and start a video streaming service this year with Redbox and its DVD rental kiosks. Verizon and Coinstar Inc., Redbox’s parent, said Monday that the service will be national and available to non-Verizon customers as well. It adds another

ness so far has revolved around renting DVDs for as little as $1.20 per day. Verizon has its own cable-TV service, called FiOS, in some areas. Its Verizon Wireless subsidiary has also signed a deal to sell service from Comcast Corp. and other cable TV companies in its stores. To get people to try the service, Verizon and Redbox may try to undercut Netflix’s price.

Getting an extensive library of streaming content to rival Netflix’s will be expensive, though. The rising cost for streaming rights is the main reason that Netflix raised its U.S. prices by as much as 60 percent last year in a move that triggered a customer backlash. Redbox, whose DVD rental kiosks are located in more than 29,000 stores, has been looking to expand into online streaming for more than a year. Its busi-

dimension to Verizon’s quest to become a force in home entertainment, and it looks set to compete to some extent with the cable-TV services it already sells. Unlike competing services from Amazon.com and Wal-Mart, the new service will combine Internet delivery of movies with DVDs, the way Netflix does. Dish Network Corp. offers a similar bundle through its Blockbuster subsidiary.

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A new report claims U.S. casinos and the industries that depend on them made a $125 billion economic splash in 2010 — the equivalent of 1 percent of the total U.S. gross domestic product. The study released Monday by the American Gaming Association counts direct casino industry spending and tallies the indirect spending that comes from industries supported by casinos and activities spawned by casinos. The report shows 566 casinos in 22 states supported about $125 billion in spending and nearly 820,000 jobs in the U.S. in 2010. Direct consumer casino spending accounts for about 350,000 jobs and $50 billion of that spending. About one-third of the money came from non-gambling sources, such as food sales, hotels and entertainment. Pennsylvania’s 10 casinos had $4.8 billion in total economic impact the report said, and employed 29,400, 13,076 at casinos and the rest in supporting businesses. Taxes paid directly by the industry in 2010 totaled nearly $16 billion, with Pennsylvania casinos accounting for $1.3 billion of that.

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Global smartphone shipments surged 55 percent in the fourth quarter, as demand for Apple’s iPhone 4S countered declines by Research In Motion and Nokia, International Data Corporation said Monday. Shipments advanced to 158 million units from 102 million a year earlier, exceeding IDC’s forecast for a gain of 40 percent, the research firm said . Apple’s share of the global smartphone market jumped to 24 percent from 16 percent a year earlier, regaining its top spot from Samsung Electronics, which had overtaken the iPhone-maker in the third quarter.

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ony Packo’s main restaurant at 1902 Front St., Toledo, Ohio, was made famous on the 1972-1983 TV series ‘M-A-S-H.’ It is in new hands after a yearlong family feud. Representatives of a private restaurant group in Toledo said Monday they have finalized their $5.5 million purchase of the chain, whose future had been in doubt since a bank foreclosed on its loans and a court-appointed third party was put in charge.

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NICK DELORENZO you’re left-handed, however, it’s actually quite ideal. It might just be me. LG has considerably spruced up its interface – the lock screen is intuitive, the home screen and widgets are all quite attractive. It’s running Android 2.3, which is an older version, but LG has indicated it will provide an upgrade to the latest version of the Google Operating system (Ice-Cream Sandwich) shortly. The phone is quite responsive, as it should be, since it’s powered by a 1.5 GHz dual core “Snapdragon” processor. The Internet also is admirably fast – in Wilkes-Barre, I was able to connect to the 4G network and surf

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memory card is not underneath, alongside of or otherwise athwart the battery – an annoying trend. I can understand that the SD card is not frequently moved or replaced, but I have had reason to do so, and it doesn’t make good sense to have the port obstructed. The battery life could be better. I’d still rate it as “good” – but it didn’t seem to last quite as long as some of its rivals. The Spectrum costs $199 from Verizon Wireless with a 2-year contract. Without the contract, it costs about $589. For more information on the LG Spectrum, scan the QR code or visit http://tlgets.me/lgspectrum.

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with ease. The large screen made this a treat as it’s especially suited for Internet use. I found the camera to be particularly crisp, even for an 8-megapixel model. It seemed to be less sensitive to darkness and motion than other phones in this class. It also features a 1.3 megapixel front-facing camera for video calls. In terms of build quality, the Spectrum is solid. It isn’t overly heavy, but it isn’t flimsy. Refreshingly, the SD 10-YR T-NOTE 1.91%

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Terminology review

With the Super Bowl still fresh in our minds and other upcoming events, it may be helpful to review some key terminology relating to these affairs ... nutrition-related of course: Couch potato: An immovable body known to lie prone on furniture for long periods of time. Synonymous with “armchair quarterback.” May be accompanied by nearby food and beverages.

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Not surprising, nutrition scientists advise us to avoid these long times of inactivity. One interesting new reason: A recent study found that when muscles are laid out and inactive for long “stretches,” the activation of processes that manufacture fat cells is increased. “Plant-based dipping implements:” Coined by someone I know who wishes to remain

anonymous. Refers to edible vegetable matter such as carrots, cucumber slices and redpepper strips used in place of salty dip-scooping chips. Appropriately served while jumping up and down and rooting for a favorite sports team. Go Red for Women: Not to be confused with a college cheer for the Nebraska Cornhuskers. Describes the campaign of the American Heart Association to remind us that heart disease is still the No. 1 killer of women.

Mascot is a cute little red dress. Accompanied Wear Red Day on Friday, Feb. 3. Although a serious event for women, men were invited to participate. Cardiovascular disease: Also known as CVD. Dysfunction of key players in the body including the heart (“cardio”) and the blood vessels (“vascular”). Can cause major heartache and distress. Remains the No. 1 reason for deaths in men and women in the United States. Modifiable risk factors: Health

blows we can defend against, such as high blood pressure or cholesterol, diabetes and smoking. (Does not include genetic makeup and age.) And good news, say investigators at the National Institutes ofHealth (a.k.a. NIH). They recently analyzed 50 years of data involving American men and women and found that the care we give (or don’t give) our bodies predicts our risk for developing cardiovascular disease (CVD) more than our age.

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Cardiac exercise program offered in Bloomsburg Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania, in cooperation with Bloomsburg Hospital, is offering a cardiac rehabilitation exercise program on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The program is designed for adults age 18 and older with known stable heart disease and risk factors for heart disease. The sessions are designed to help individuals reduce their risk for heart disease by increasing their level of regular exercise and physical activity. In addition, participants will receive individualized instruction on cardiovascular risk reduction. Classes are from 6:30- 7:30 a.m. and 5-6 p.m.; however, other times may be offered. The one-time enrollment and assessment fee is $30. Membership fee is $120 for 30 sessions during each fall and spring semester. Classes also will be available during the summer academic sessions at a fee of $100 for 24 sessions. For more information or to participate, contact Carol Kliamovich in BU’s exercise-science department at 389-4361.

Heart-healthy fair The Luzerne-Wyoming Counties Intellectual Disabilities Training Council on Quality will have a heart-healthy fair titled “Obesity and Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities” from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Feb. 23 at the Luzerne County West Side Annex Building, 2009 Wyoming Ave., Forty Fort. Demonstrations and informational booths on dental health, healthy recipes, the SMART 911 program and blood-pressure screenings will be offered. For more information, call the Luzerne-Wyoming Counties MH/MR Program at 825-9441 or (800) 816-1880.

-- Barbara Quinn The Monterey County Herald

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Heart-healthy programs In honor of Heart Month, the Greater Hazleton Health Alliance is offering the following heart-healthy programs to educate men and women about heart disease: • “Have A Heart, Save A Child” event will take place from 5 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Feb. 20-24 at the Hazleton Health & Wellness Fitness Center. For every minute someone works out, a donation will be made to St. Jude’s Research Hospital. Sponsors are needed. For information, call 501-6750. • Senior Choice Lunch And Learn is set for 11:15 a.m. Feb. 22 at the 5th Street Cancer Treatment Center. Topic will be “Coronary Artery Disease.” Guest speaker will be Dr. Joseph M. Laureti, cardiologist, Alliance Medical Group. The presentation is free for senior choice members and $5 for nonmembers. Lunch will be provided. To register, call 4544752. For more information log on to www.ghha.org and click on “Calendar of Events.”

For example, men age 55 with at least two major risk factors (high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, and smoking) were six) times as likely to die from CVD by age 80 than those with one or no risk factors. Women in their mid-50s with at least two risk factors were three tim)es as likely to die by 80 from CVD as those with one or no risk factors.

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Co-teachers Linda Reilly and Joey Kupstas teach the Zumbatomic class to children including Cianna Isamoyer, 8, Hannah Chocallo, 9, Riley Bowers, 12, Allison Chocallo, 6, Katelyn George, 9, and Christian Clinton, 12. By MARY THERESE BIEBEL

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tamping and stretching every which way, a dozen children danced like cats, “like an Egyptian” and then like the actors in the final scene of “Slumdog Millionaire.” “When the music stops, freeze,” teacher Joey Kupstas said, temporarily turning a Zumbatomic class at the Wilkes-Barre YMCA into a kind of red light/green light game. “If you don’t freeze, you’re out,” a young voice piped up. “No,” Kupstas replied. “No-

body gets out in this.” Co-taught on Saturday afternoons by Kupstas and YMCA Wellness Director Linda Reilly, Zumbatomic is a kid-size version of Zumba, designed to help 6- to 12-year-olds stay active. The eight-week session, which started three weeks ago in downtown Wilkes-Barre, came at the perfect time for Candice Muench’s daughter. “Other times of the year, she has soccer and swimming,” Muench, of Nanticoke, said of 7See ZUMBA, Page 5C

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She never used to worry about heart disease. “I exercised every day. I always walked my dog,” Sharon Kittrick, 52, of WilkesBarre said. “I walked up hills.” She felt good, and she believed she came from hardy stock. “My father lived to be 84. My mom is in her 80s now.” But every now and then, Kittrick would have this upset-stomach kind of feeling. One morning last year, she woke up with what she thought was indigestion. She called her boss, who persuaded her to go to the emergency room. “If it wasn’t for her, I would

vania, people with heart disease have plenty of company. The national Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta recently released figures showing the region of Luzerne, Lackawanna, Columbia, Sullivan and Wyoming counties has the highest incidence of heart-disease death in the state. According to the CDC, 455 to 651 of every 100,000 deaths in people 35 and older are a direct result of heart disease. CLARK VAN ORDEN/THE TIMES LEADER Eager to avoid becoming a After her heart attack, Sharon Kittrick of Wilkes-Barre, who fatal statistic, Kittrick emwas always an exerciser, gave up smoking and started to make braced several lifestyle more healthful dietary choices. changes. First, she gave up the ciganot be here today,” said Kit- cardial infarction, otherwise trick, whose “indigestion” known as a heart attack. turned out to be acute myoIn Northeastern Pennsyl- See RISKS, Page 7C

Insecurity about falling insurance payments and the impact of impending health-care changes are driving droves of cardiologists — among the highest-paid doctors — to leave private practice and become hospital employees. The doctors are seeking to protect their income and get relief from the hassles of managing a business, as pressure mounts to reduce costs and invest in expensive computer systems. Hospitals, meanwhile, want closer relationships with doctors as changes loom that will reward efficiency and care coordination both in and out of the hospital. The deals, said Bob De Luca, managing partner of IMA Consulting in Chadds Ford, “are an attractive alternative in this time of chaos and uncertainty.” Lourdes Health System in South Jersey has embraced the trend. Last year, it put 47 cardiologists from two large private practices on salary. Main Line Health, which employed six cardiologists in 2008, now has 28. It recently announced the hiring of the last four, a group in Roxborough. And Temple University Health System announced that eight cardiologists from Chestnut Hill Cardiology Group in Flourtown would join its physician group in March. The acquisitions apparently are a touchy subject. Many area hospitals did not respond to requests for information about their strategies or the number of employed cardiologists. At least for the time being, there are financial rewards: Medicare often pays more for procedures and treatments performed in hospital-owned facilities than it does for the same services in offices owned by doctors. The higher bills from shifting doctors to hospital employment in general, not just cardiologists, have already caught the attention of Washington policymakers. An influential advisory agency has recommended that payments be equalized for standard office visits. That alone could save Medicare from $250 million to $750 million a year, the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission says. While the tighter relationships between doctors and hospitals could improve care, some experts say the trend, along with insurers’ efforts to control costs through smaller networks, may mean that patients more often have to choose between their doctor and the hospital they prefer. Cardiologists who have choSee DOCTORS, Page 2C


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BLOOD DRIVES LUZERNE COUNTY: The Wyoming Valley Chapter of the American Red Cross hosts community blood drives throughout the month. Donors who are 17 years of age or older, weigh at least 1 10 pounds and are in relatively good health or 16 years old and have a parental permission form completed, may give blood every 56 days. To learn more about how to donate blood or platelets or to schedule a blood donation, call 1-800-REDCROSS (733-2767). In addition to those listed below, blood drives are conducted at the American Red Cross Regional Blood Center, 29 New Commerce Blvd., Hanover Industrial Estates, Ashley, Mondays and Tuesdays from 9:30 a.m.-7 p.m.; Fridays and Saturdays from 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m.; and Sundays from 7:30 a.m.noon. Appointments are suggested but walk-ins are accepted. Platelet appointments can be made by calling 823-7164, ext. 2235. For a complete donation schedule, visit: REDCROSSBLOOD.ORG or call 1-800-REDCROSS (7332767). Area blood donation sites include: Today, 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m., WilkesBarre Blood Donation Center, 29 New Commerce Blvd, Ashley; 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Misericordia University Insalaco Center, 301 Lake St., Dallas Township; 10 a.m.-4 p.m., John Heinz, 150 Mundy St., WilkesBarre. Wednesday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Luzerne County Community College, Prospect and Middle Road, Nanticoke. Thursday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Wilkes University Henry Student Center, 84 W. South St., WilkesBarre. Friday, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Wilkes-Barre Blood Donation Center, 29 New Commerce Blvd, Ashley. Saturday, 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m., WilkesBarre Blood Donation Center, 29 New Commerce Blvd, Ashley. Sunday, 7:30 a.m.-noon, WilkesBarre Blood Donation Center, 29 New Commerce Blvd, Ashley; 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m., St. John the Evangelist Church, 35 William St., Pittston. Monday, 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m., WilkesBarre Blood Donation Center, 29 New Commerce Blvd, Ashley. Tuesday, 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m., WilkesBarre Blood Donation Center, 29 New Commerce Blvd., Ashley.

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Next ‘Call the Doctor’ topic Foot health will be the next topic on WVIA-TV’s “Call the Doctor” at 7 tonight. Joining George Thomas, moderator, will be panelists Barry Bernstein, doctor of podiatric medicine with Geisinger Health System and Laura Virtue-Delayo, medical and surgical podiatry with Physicians Health Alliance. Viewers may call in questions during the live show at (800) 326-9842 or submit their questions online at wviatv.org/liveshow-comments. An encore broadcast will air at 2 p.m. Sunday.

BMW FREE COMMUNITY HEALTH CLINIC: 6-8 p.m., second Thursday, New Covenant Christian Fellowship Church, rear entrance, 780 S. Main St., Wilkes-Barre. Free basic care for people without health insurance and the underserved. Call 822-9605. CARE AND CONCERN FREE HEALTH CLINIC: Registration 5-6:30 p.m. Wednesdays, former Seton Catholic High School, 37 William St., Pittston. Basic health care and information provided. Call 954-0645. THE HOPE CENTER: Free basic medical care and preventive health care information for the uninsured or underinsured, legal advice and pastoral counseling, 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Mondays; free chiropractic evaluations and vision care, including free replacement glasses, for the uninsured or underinsured, 6-8 p.m. Thursdays; Back Mountain Harvest Assembly, 340 Carverton Road, Trucksville. Free dental hygiene services and teeth cleanings are available 6-8 p.m. on Mondays by appointment. Call 696-5233 or email hopecenterwv@gmail.com. VOLUNTEERS IN MEDICINE: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday, 190 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Wilkes-Barre. Primary and preventive health care for the working uninsured and underinsured in Luzerne County with incomes less than two times below federal poverty guidelines. For appointments, call 970-2864. WILKES-BARRE FREE CLINIC: 4:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 35 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre. Appointments are necessary. Call 793-4361. A dental clinic is also available from 1 to 3 p.m. Tuesday by appointment. Call 570235-5642. Physicians, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, RNs, LPNs and social workers are needed as well as receptionists and interpreters. To volunteer assistance leave a message for Pat at 793-4361.

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Special community forum A special community forum, designed to help families plan for better care for themselves and their loved ones, will be held from 2-3:30 p.m. Feb. 16 at Oakwood Terrace Memory Care Community, 400 Gleason Drive, Moosic. Representative Kenneth J. Smith, 112th Legislative District – Lackawanna County, will Community invited to give the address and will be participate in survey joined by six other guest speakAs the national search begins ers. The event is free and open to for a permanent dean of The the public. Light refreshments Commonwealth Medical College, the TCMC Board of Trust- will be served. Seating is limitees and the TCMC Search ed. RSVP by Feb. 14 by calling Advisory Committee are inSylvia at 451-3171, ext. 116. viting the public to participate in a brief survey to identify the Blood drive, open house LIFE Geisinger Scranton is essential qualities and characteaming up with the Northeastteristics necessary to lead the ern Pennsylvania chapter of the medical school. American Red Cross to host a Individuals interested in blood drive. The event will be taking the brief survey can

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sen to sit out the exodus from private practice think their fellow doctors are panicking and may come to miss their autonomy. They also question whether the new arrangements will stabilize income or are necessary to improve care. Alice Gosfield, a health-care lawyer in Philadelphia, said many of the deals were fueled by “mutual delusions.” Because aging baby boomers will need more heart care, she said, cardiologists don’t necessarily need to become employees. Whether or not they give up private practice, though, doc-

THE TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. 23 at LIFE Geisinger Scranton, 2300 Adams Ave., Scranton , on the Marywood University campus. Before or after donating blood, donors and visitors will have the chance to attend an open house and speak with LIFE Geisinger Scranton staff about the medical, social and behavioral services they provide for the frail elderly. Attendees may also tour the day health center and enjoy light refreshments until 5 p.m. To make a blood donation appointment, call Maria Hastie, outreach coordinator, at (800) 395-8759. No appointment is needed to attend the open house. Kids’ Cavity Prevention Day The Luzerne County Community College Dental Department and the Northeast Pennsylvania Dental Hygiene Association will hold a Kids’ Cavity Prevention Day from 9 a.m. to noon Feb. 25 at the College’s Dental Clinic at the LCCC Health Sciences Center in downtown Nanticoke. The program is for children ages 3 to 16, and will include free dental exams, free cavity varnish to strengthen enamel

The idea of working for a hospital has become more palatable in recent years, and the change is particularly noticeable among young doctors, who put a greater priority on work-life balance than peers from earlier generations. In 2003, just 4 percent of medical residents said their first choice was to get a hospital job. By 2011, 32 percent said that, according to consultants Merritt Hawkins & Associates. tors will need to get more efficient. “The doctors are going to have to change their behavior,” she said. Everyone is trying to avoid the problems in the mid-1990s that plagued the last round of practice acquisitions by hospitals. Many hospitals then scooped up primary-care doctors in an attempt to capture patients and market share.

Many of those relationships fell apart. Hospitals felt they had overpaid for the doctors and complained that doctors stopped working as hard once they went on salary. The new contracts typically include productivity and quality incentives. Doctors also are often involved in managing hospital cardiac care. The trend is stronger in oth-

and help prevent tooth decay, free pit and fissure sealants and dental X-rays (when indicated), free oral hygiene instruction, and a free toothbrush. Table clinics will be on display providing dental health information for parents and children. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 740-0448 or (800) 377LCCC, ext. 7448. Dining With Diabetes class Penn State Cooperative Extension will be offering a four session Dining with Diabetes class on Wednesdays, Feb. 29, March 7, 14, and 21 from 5:30– 7:30 p.m. at the Cooperative Extension Office in Tunkhannock. A light dinner from the Dining With Diabetes Cookbook will be included each week. A three-month follow up session will be scheduled. Cost is $35 per person, or $50 per family. Class instructor is Marlene Nash. In addition to educational materials, participants will receive recipe books, an exercise DVD and stretch band, and have the opportunity for a blood pressure screening and lab tests for HbA1c. Preregistration is required; to register, call 836-3196.

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James Siberski, assistant professor, coordinator of gerontological education and director of the Geriatric Care Management program at Misericordia University, Siberski and Christine L. Hischmann, a former professor of occupational therapy at Misericordia University and director of occupational therapy at Clarks Summit State Hospital, recently had a chapter published in the second edition of the textbook, “A Practitioner’s Guide to Clinical Occupational Therapy.’’ The colleagues collaborated on the chapter, “Dementia,’’ to outline the different forms of the disease and to summarize the approaches occupational therapists need to take in order to slow a patient’s deterioration from the disease, such as “support health and participating in life through engagement in occupation.’’ Published by Pro-Ed, the chapter also provides various assessment tools, such as the Montreal Cognitive Assessment and Allen Cognitive Levels Test, available to clinicians as they carefully plan a method of intervention, and also incorporates the importance of family on treatment.

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Aging athlete steps back to health with pre-teen’s help

By JEANNINE STEIN Los Angeles Times

LOS ANGELES — Rejoice, those who love fried foods: Eating them may not put you at higher risk for coronary heart disease — if you’re frying those foods in olive or sunflower oils. A study published in the British Medical Journal analyzed data on 40,757 Spanish adults age 29 to 69 who were followed for an average 11 years. Free of coronary heart disease at the beginning of the study, they were asked what they ate and what cooking methods they used, then were tracked to see who developed coronary heart disease and who died. During those 11 years, 606 events were linked to coronary heart disease, such as heart attack or chest pain, and 1,135 people died from all causes. However, eating fried foods was not associated with incident coronary heart disease or coronary heart disease events, even after adjusting for various factors such as calorie intake, age, sex, body mass index and high blood pressure. The types of oils used to fry foods — olive, sunflower or other vegetable oils — didn’t change the outcome. Eating fried foods cooked with those oils was also not linked with death from all causes. On average the study participants ate about five ounces of fried food a day, or about 7 percent of their total amount of food. As for what oil they used for frying, 62 percent used olive oil, and the rest used sunflower or other types of vegetable oil. Of all fried food eaten, 24 percent was fish, 22 percent was meat, 21 percent were potatoes and 11 percent were eggs. Although the participant group was large and they were followed for a number of years, one of the study’s limitations was that researchers couldn’t separate the effects of frying with oil from the food that was fried, such as fish, some of which is high in omega-3 fatty acids, shown in some studies to be beneficial for heart health. Frying foods with some types of oils or solids, such as partly hydrogenated vegetable oil, can increase intake of trans fats, considered the worst type of fat because it raises bad cholesterol and lowers good cholesterol.

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MINNEAPOLIS — Carter Holmes loved to run. He ran track in high school and was on the University of Minnesota’s Big 10 cross-country championship team in 1969. For 35 years, Carter ran across courts as a high school and college-level sports official. Four years ago, while training for the World Masters Track & Field Championships, he had a massive heart attack, then a stroke. He walks now, slowly and deliberately, largely thanks to a very special neighbor. “I could set my watch by when she’d be over,” says Carter, 62, of 11-year-old Charlotte DeVaughn, who lives a block away in south Minneapolis. For three years, Charlotte and Carter have walked around the block together after school. Their stroll takes up to 45 minutes, but they never feel rushed. “At first when we would go around, it wouldn’t be quite fast,” says Charlotte, who gets a few dollars a week from Carter or his brother Tom. “Then it got

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quicker and quicker.” Charlotte’s mom, Michelle, has a theory about why that’s true. “They’re both good talkers.” After they walk, Carter stands at his door while Charlotte does

a twirl around his clothesline post. It’s their way of saying goodbye. In cold weather, they walk indoors or find other ways to be buddies. Carter attends Charlotte’s basketball games, where

she plays on a team coached by her dad, Mike. “She does a bounce pass real good,” Carter says. “She spots the open players. Most people that age don’t do that.” He’s watched her compete in

track, too (Charlotte placed second in long jump at the 2011Minnesota State Junior Olympic meet), and enjoyed her school musical. “She would dance, but she didn’t do the watusi,” Carter says. Charlotte, a sixth-grader at Anthony Middle School, doesn’t know what that means, but it makes her laugh. They also attend the games of her brother Nathan, 18, a senior at Southwest High, and her sister Audrey, 16, an 11th-grader at Washburn High. Carter uses Metro Mobility to get around. On Tuesdays, his brother visits him. But without Charlotte, Carter says, he would have been far less eager to get back on his feet. “I might have fallen.” Last year, when Charlotte was to be named Student of the Month at Kenny School, Carter secretly secured an additional community service award for her. “She had done a good job ...” Carter says. “She did it. No questions asked.”

Women at a greater When it comes to heart health, seeing red is good risk for heart disease By JOANNE KLIMOVICH HARROP The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review

By ANNA LAMY Hernando Today (Brooksville, Fla.)

Ideal cardiovascular health means maintaining a healthy lifestyle. More women than men die of cardiovascular disease each year, according to the American Heart Association. Additionally, women are less likely than men to receive appropriate treatment after a heart attack. For women, generally the primary caregiver, personal health concerns are often put on hold as family and loved ones tend to take priority. Due to this, improper diet, not enough exercise and daily stresses become the norm, and women put themselves at high risk for developing health problems including heart attack and stroke. More than 400,000 female deaths in the United States are caused by cardiovascular disease each year, according to AHA. Metabolic syndrome is a medical term used when a person has three or more risk factors, which increases the risk of developing coronary artery disease, stroke and type-2 diabetes, or other vascular diseases, according to the National Institutes of Health and National Center for Biotechnology Information. Provided by the AHA, risk factors of metabolic syndrome include: the waist being greater than 35 inches; triglycerides higher than 150 mg/dL; HDL (good cholesterol) less than 50 mg/dL; blood pressure higher than 130/85 mm Hg; and fasting blood glucose higher than 100 mg/dL. Dr. Michael S. Fenster, interventional cardiologist with

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Hernando Heart Clinic in Brooksville, Fla., advised women at risk can experience warning signs in many different ways. “For women and men, the most common warning sign is a discomfort in the center of the chest lasting more than a few minutes. It may come and go, often in relation to exertion or stress. It can manifest as an uncomfortable pressure, squeezing, fullness or pain,” Fenster said. Sometimes the discomfort can be felt in one or both arms, as well as the back, neck, jaw or stomach, he added. “Some women experience a shortness of breath, that may or may not include chest pain,” Fenster said. “Additionally, breaking out in a cold sweat, nausea or feeling light-headed are possible. What is important to realize is that many women present without these ‘classical’ symptoms. These atypical symptoms may range from a general ill feeling to severe shortness of breath or abdominal pain.” Women who are at high risk for heart disease are those who have existing coronary artery disease, such as stents, bypass surgery, and/or history of heart attack, stroke. Additionally, blocked arteries in the legs, abdominal aortic aneurysm, chronic kidney disease and diabetes are included as high-risk factors, the AHA advises.

Amy Heinl had begun her usual workout on the morning of June 2, 2010. Five minutes into her exercise routine, she felt pain in her chest. Thinking she pulled a muscle, she tried to walk it off, stretch it out. She thought if she just lay down it would go away. Then she collapsed. “That’s how quickly it happened,” says the 42-year-old single mother of three boys from Glenshaw. “That day changed my life forever. Thank goodness my friendwastheretocall911.Ifnot,it could have ended so tragically different for me and my family.” Spontaneous coronary artery dissection, which has a high fatality rate, was diagnosed. Eight percent of cases affect young women. Heinl tore her left main artery 2 1/2 inches and underwent surgery. She spent five days in UPMC Passavant Hospital, followed by eight weeks of cardiac rehabilitation.Aboutthreemonthslater,she ran her first 5K race. Heinl didn’t fall into any of the risk categories.

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• 8 million women in the United States are living with heart disease, yet only one in six American women believe heart disease is her greatest health threat. • 90 percent of women have one or more risk factors for developing heart disease. • While one in 30 American women dies from breast cancer each year, one in three dies of cardiovascular disease. • Only 43 percent of African American women and 44 percent of Hispanic women know that heart disease is their No. 1 killer, compared with 60 percent of white women. • 42 percent of women die within a year of suffering a heart attack, compared with 24 percent of men. • Women younger than 45 who suffer a heart attack are at a higher risk of death. Some 26 percent of women in this age group die within a year of a heart attack compared with 19 percent of men and 47 percent of women are dead after five years versus 36 percent of men. • Women are less likely to call 911 for themselves when experiencing symptoms of a heart attack than they are if someone else were having a heart attack.

She has no family history of heart disease,doesn’tsmoke,hercholesterol was good, and she worked out regularly. Women can do right by their hearts by quitting smoking, controlling blood pressure and cholesterol, adding an exercise routine and watching their weight. “I wanted to prove to myself that I could get back to normal,” says Heinl, who made lifestyle changestoimproveherhealthoutlook. “It was important to me to know I could still live a full life and be able to do a lot of things. ... If my personal story can

change any woman’s thinking of heartdiseaseandissues,thatismy goal.” Helping broaden heart-health awarenessiswhyshewantstostay involved. “I think women just need to be reminded to take care of their hearts,” said Heinl, vice president oftheFederalReserveBankofCleveland, Pittsburgh Office. “Heart disease is silent, and it’s hidden and it’s misunderstood,” says Sue McMurdy, chairwoman for the Go Red for Women campaign, which encourages hearthealth awareness through wearing of the color red, and executive vice president and chief information officer for First Commonwealth Financial Corp. “If women don’t take care of themselves, then they won’t be able to take care of anyone else.”

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Sexual activity not thing of past after heart attack, stroke By SHARI ROAN Los Angeles Times

Sexual activity is safe for many people who have experienced heart problems or stroke, experts announced recently in a statement containing recommendations for safe sexual activity. The report, issued by a panel of major medical organizations, notes that the question of resuming sexual activity after cardiovascular events is a major issue for patients. “Sexual counseling of cardiovascular disease patients and their partners is an important component of recovery; unfortunately, it is rarely provided,” the authors wrote. The report contains detailed recommendations aimed at helping doctors and patients discuss sexual activity. In general, most patients can resume sex after a diagnosis of cardiovascular disease if they are first evaluated by a health-care professional. However, people with a severe disease who tend to have symptoms, such as chest pain, with minimal physical activity or while resting, should not be sexually active until they receive further care to stabilize their conditions. People who undergo cardiac rehab or who exercise regularly have a lower risk of complications related to sexual activity, the authors said. In general, medications for erectile dysfunction are safe for men with stable cardiovascular disease. Recommendations are listed by each type of cardiovascular diagnosis, such as for patients with pacemakers, congenital heart disease, valvular heart disease and other conditions. The paper is published online in Circulation: Journal of the American Heart Association.

By DANIELA HERNANDEZ Los Angeles Times

LOSANGELES—RobEvans,a 61-year-old social worker from Apache Junction, Ariz., got the goodnewsonFather’sDay:After3 ½ years, doctors had found him a heart and were preparing to bring it to the University of CaliforniaLos Angeles, where he was being treated for a slow, steady decay of his cardiac muscle. Evans had been hospitalized at UCLA for six weeks. Excited, hopeful and anxious all at once, Evans dared imagine a differentlife:outinthegarageremodelinghis’69Nova,ridinghishorse, wrestling with his grandson and helping his wife, Gail, take care of their barn instead of sitting, exhausted, in his chair all day. But the heart destined for Evans’chestwasnotlikemostthat transplant recipients get. Instead of coming to him in icy slumber insideacooler,itwaswarmandbeating. Though it had been excised from its donor, blood flowed through it until shortly before it was stitched into Evans’ body on June 19. Evans was taking part in a nationwide clinical trial to test whether such “beating hearts” are as good as, or better than, hearts packed in ice and slowed down with potassium and other chemicals. Doctors at UCLA, one of the

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year-old Maya. “This is the downtime.” “The big thing about this is it’s fun,” co-teacher Reilly said. “Most kids love to dance, and most of the dances are pretty easy. A lot of it is presented as a game.” With a pop song lending some “Baby-I-like-it-the-wayyou-move-on-the-floor” musical encouragement, the young exercisers worked their muscles and burned calories. They might not have realized they’re building healthier hearts and lungs at the same

study’sleadingsites,haveenrolled multiple patients, and other transplant centers across the country will soon start recruiting too. “The human heart was never meant to be on ice,” said Dr. Abbas Ardehali, the surgical director of UCLA’s heart and lung transplantation program and the trial’s principal investigator. Chilling donor hearts before a transplant slows the rate of cell death and buys time to get the organ to a recipient but only a little bit, he said. “That’s why having a human heart in a warm, beating state has always been exciting.” Fromtheoutside,itlookslikean ordinary gray-and-white storage unit on wheels. At 40 inches tall, 30incheswideand20inchesdeep, it weighs less than100 pounds and fits comfortably in the back of an SUV. But inside, it houses a living human heart. The beating organ rests in a clear, sterile chamber equipped withapacemakerincaseitneedsa jump-start. Warm blood flows through tubing connected to the aorta because the veins that normally bring blood to the heart are sewn shut. The blood travels through the heart, feeding it oxygen and nutrients so it can function while removing waste products, which are filtered out by a machine. Fresh oxygen and nutrientsareaddedtothedonor’sblood

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Barre, who brought 9-year-old Hannah and 6-year-old Allison to the class. According to the national Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta, more than one-third of children in the United States are overweight or obese, and those conditions are linked to high cholesterol, high blood pressure, pre-diabetes and future health concerns such as heart disease. CDC statistics from 2009 also reveal 30 percent of chilAIMEE DILGER/THE TIMES LEADER dren in kindergarten through Allison Chocallo, 6, moves to the beat of the music in Zumbafourth-grade are in the highest tomic class. 15 percent of body mass index “Most certainly. My parents for their age group. time, but in the waiting room, By encouraging their chilsome of their parents were have had heart issues,” said thinking about those benefits. Jocelyn Chocallo of Wilkes- dren to spend an active hour,

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before it is pumped back in. All the while,doctorscankeeptabsonthe heart’s rhythm, blood pressure and other vital signs to make sure it is healthy for surgery. “The heart believes it’s still in the body,” said Dr. Waleed Hassanein, who founded TransMedics,

parents of the Zumbatomic participants were taking steps to alleviate all those risks. And they’d rather not simply sit and wait for their children’s class to finish. Approaching Reilly on a recent Saturday, Muench asked if a class for adults could take place simultaneously. “How many would participate in a class like that?” Reilly asked. Around the waiting room, hands shot up. “I think I can arrange that for the next session,” Reilly said. EDITOR’S NOTE: To learn more about YMCA classes, call 570-823-2191 or visit wbymca.org.


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gard, the surgical director of cardiac transplantation at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston and one of the first surgeons to perform warm transplants in Europe. “That’s a testament that those hearts function quite well,” he said. The device, known as the Organ Care System, has been commercially available in Europe since 2009. Worldwide, more than100 warm transplants have now been performed,allofthemwithpositiveresults, Hassanein said. In the United States, 24 patients have received warm transplants, including Evans. To be sure, transplants of hearts packed in ice are lifesavers: More than 2,400 such hearts were transplanted in the United States last year, according to data from the UnitedNetworkforOrganSharing, the nonprofit organization in Richmond, Va., that oversees the country’s transplant system. Almost 90 percent of recipients survive the first year after surgery, and close to 50 percent live for at least 10 years with their new hearts, according to the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute. But there are drawbacks. Once a heart is disconnected from its blood supply, surgeons cool it to put the brakes on damage that occurs because cells are deprived of oxygen and nutrients. Damage still occurs in spite of the cooling, though — so much so that after about six hours outside a body, the hearts must be thrown away. In addition, surgeons only have time to use factors such as blood type, weight, height and gender to pairupdonorsandrecipients.They don’t have the luxury of running more sophisticated tests, like they do for kidney transplants, because the heart won’t tolerate the delay. Cardiologists and cardiac surgeons are hoping the Organ Care Systemwillgivethemmoretimeto get hearts to the most critical — and best-matched — patients. The technology could also help them “buff up” hearts that may be slightly injured by the effects of brain damage, which could increase the number of available hearts, said Dr. See TRANSPLANT, Page 7C

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Woman uses AED to save man’s life By STEPHANIE WARSMITH Akron Beacon Journal

AKRON, Ohio — She normally prays silently. Deanna “Dee” Norflee prayed aloud the day she saved Bart Skinner’s life. “Please, Lord Jesus,” she said between sobs as she hooked an automatic external defibrillator, or AED, unit to Skinner, who was in cardiac arrest. “Right now, if you give me the strength to do your will ...” Norflee, a recreation director at Summit Lake Community Center in Akron, Ohio, had just watched the 55-yearold Skinner take what could be his last breath. Only seconds earlier he was sprinting up and down the basketball court. “Press the button,” the AED unit told her. Norflee did as instructed and felt like she was being shocked as she watched Skinner’s body jerk. He began to make a gurgling noise that meant he was breathing again. Skinner, who was revived by paramedics a second time on the way to an area hospital but is now doing well, credits Norflee’s quick actions with saving his life. His basketball teammates honored Norflee with a plaque and fruit basket. “An AED is one of those things — a tool — that, under the right circumstances, with the right timing, can provide you with positive results,” Akron Fire Capt. Dale Evans said. “Sometimes that’s not the case.” Evans said Skinner was in good physical shape, his problem was recognized early, Norflee and others at the community center quickly provided him with help, and he survived. Norflee remembers sitting in the community-center office, feeling sorry for herself before she had to spring into action to help Skinner. “I was sitting there complaining,” recalls Norflee, 32, who is also a substitute special-education teacher for Akron Public Schools and an assistant boy’s varsity basketball coach at Buchtel High

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School. “There was so much going on.” “Do you see that?” her coworker suddenly asked. Norflee looked into the gym from her office and saw Skinner slouched over. She dialed 911 and told them to hurry; they had a possible heart attack. In the gymnasium, basketball players, spectators and attendees from the Narcotics Anonymous meeting in the adjoining room buzzed around, with everyone wanting to help. One person said they needed to elevate Skinner’s legs. Someone said to grab a chair. Norflee told them they needed to lay Skinner flat. A nurse who is the wife of one of the players started CPR. Norflee’s co-worker grabbed the AED and, together, they ripped open Skinner’s shirt. Norflee paused for a moment, perplexed because the AED wasn’t identical to the one she had

been trained on. She then noticed an illustration inside that showed her what to do. Skinner let out a noise, expelling his breath, and Norflee knew he was gone. The AED, which had been reading Skinner’s rhythm, told her to push the button. Norflee told a man touching Skinner’s shoulder to back off and then pushed the button. It delivered an immediate shock that made Skinner jump. “It felt like I was shocked,” Norflee said. “You go through the class, but it’s nothing like the real deal.” Skinner made a gurgling sound that told Norflee he was breathing. He didn’t immediately come to, though, and his eyes rolled into the back of his head. “Why isn’t it going off again?” someone asked. When the paramedics rushed in, Norflee told them, “He was

gone for about three. Then pressed. One shock,” an accounting she later realized didn’t quite make sense but was enough to get the point across. Norflee worried about Skinner until a firefighter who made a run to the community center about 45 minutes later because of a blown fuse told her he was in Akron General Medical Center’s emergency room, singing. “Tears of joy came so fast,” she said. “It was a relief.” Skinner doesn’t remember singing in the emergency room. In fact, he doesn’t remember much until he woke up in the ER with a sore chest and his sister, Celeste Hicks, at his side. “I’m scared,” he told her. She squeezed his hand, and he felt better. Doctors told Skinner he suffered a heart attack brought on by dehydration and a partially blocked artery. In the days that

followed, they pumped him full of fluids, used a cardiac catheter on him and put in shunts and a pacemaker. When Skinner celebrated his birthday Dec. 7, his friends told him he was 1 again. “You were gone and had a new birthday,” they said. The experience has given both Skinner and Norflee a new outlook. “My faith in the Lord is strong but not as strong as it should be,” Norflee said. “Complaining. Going on. How dare I complain! “He showed me something through you,” Norflee said to Skinner, getting teary as they sat side by side at the community center where she saved him. “For me to embrace what I have, instead of wondering why things don’t go the way I want them to go.” Skinner is thankful he had his heart attack in a place that had an AED and where someone was trained to use it. He has been trained to use the device because he volunteers at House of the Lord, his church, which has a fitness center. He now thinks AEDs need to be available in more places. “I think they should be everywhere,” he said.

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Bartley Griffith, the director of heart and lung transplantation at the University of Maryland in Baltimore who was involved in a safety trial of the Organ Care System. “That’s really the Holy Grail,” he said. Proof in the pudding? But first they have to test it head to head against the conventional transplant method. They will enroll a total of 128 patients at UCLA and more than10 other sites across the country. Doctors will assess how many patients survive 30 days after the surgery, how much time they spend in intensive care and how often they reject their new hearts. They anticipate finishing with the trial by the end of 2012. Conditions such as the time the heart is outside the body and the

types of donors and recipients will be kept similar. The primary difference will be whether a patient gets a warm or cold heart, and that won’t be known until the moment the transplant team gets ready to collect the organ. A team member will open a sealed envelope with a piece of paper inside indicating “standard of care” or “OCS.” Happy endings One year ago, the sheet for Andrea Ybarra read “OCS.” She had been waiting for a heart for about a year and a half. The 41-year-old former day-care owner from Whittier, Calif., went to the ER in 2003 thinking she had gallstones. She was tired, had lost her appetite and had pain in her back and abdomen. Her doctor sent her to a cardiologist, and cardiomyopathy, the same condition Evans had, was diagnosed. In 2006, surgeons inserted a pacemaker. But by 2007, the pacemaker wasn’t enough. Ybarra was so tired and weak she would fall asleep at the breakfast table. And multiple times she felt her pacemaker jolt her heart into beating again. When she went to UCLA for treatment in 2007, doctors also di-

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Women should be aware that their heart-attack symptoms may be different from the symptoms men often have. “It may be more shortness of breath or fatigue rather than chest pain,” Isaacson said. Or, as in Kittrick’s case, it may seem like indigestion. Among the ways to combat the disease, Isaacson mentioned avoiding smoking, excess alcohol and excess salt, eating healthful foods, exercising and avoiding weight gain, particularly in middle age. “If we got more exercise, we’d really make a dent in this disease,” he said. “There are folks I see that pack on 10 pounds each winter and then take eight off. A decade later, they’re 20 pounds heavier.” He also recommends an annual physical examination, so you’ll be aware of all your statistics and be able to work to change them if necessary. “Know your numbers,” he said.

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Mayson Alexander Girton, son of Chasity and Jason Girton, is celebrating his sixth birthday today, Feb. 7. Mayson is a grandson of the late Clinton Hashagen and Rodney Girton, both of Wapwallopen, and Renee Girton, Wilkes-Barre. He is a greatgrandson of Clinton and Caroline Hashagen and Darlene and William Terry, all of Berwick, and Joyce and Raymond Girton, Catawissa.

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Cade Everett Norton, son of Dr. and Mrs. Jarrod Norton, Hunlock Creek, is celebrating his seventh birthday today, Feb. 7. Cade is a grandson of Richard and Linda Norton, Sweet Valley, and Bill and Peggy Hale, Blytheville, Ark. He is a great-grandson of Ruth Norton, Wilkes-Barre.

Kyra Zabretsky Kyra Zabretsky, daughter of Cindy Zabretsky and the late Gary Zabretsky, is celebrating her ninth birthday today, Feb. 7. Kyra is a granddaughter of Barry and Judy Lutz, Freeland; Irmgard Zabretsky, Larksville; and the late John Zabretsky. She has a brother, Adam, 13.

Isabella Nero Isabella Nero, daughter of Edward and Rebecca Nero, WilkesBarre Township, is celebrating her fourth birthday today, Feb. 7. Isabella is a granddaughter of Frank Wallace, Sweet Valley; Betty Wallace, Nipgen, Ohio; and Carol Fronczkiewicz, Pittston.

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United Methodist Homes’ Tunkhannock campus recently held a Christmas party for residents and their families. More than 115 people enjoyed dinner, dessert, entertainment and spending time with loved ones. Residents were able to send family members home with plates of homemade cookies that were baked by the residents before the party. The event was planned by Terry White, activity director, with the help of administrator Joe Corey, staff members, dieticians, housekeeping and nurses. At the party, are resident Marian Manning, seated, and her daughter, Donna Archer, and son, Kevin Manning.

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be at the center 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. on Feb. 27 to help complete rent and property tax rebate EXETER: The Cosmopolitan forms. Appointments are necesSeniors will meet at 1 p.m. tosary and can be made by calling day in St. Anthony’s Center. Vic the center at 735-1670. Malinowski will preside. Dues George Rittenhouse will prowill be collected. Hosts/hostvide entertainment at a Valenesses are Frank and Marcella tine’s celebration 1 p.m. ThursFountain, Rose Gunsior, Eva day. Naples and Frank Onda. Zumba Gold classes will take Fifty-fifty winners were There- place 2-3 p.m. Thursday. Cost is sa Blasavage, Mary Dirhan, $2 for members and $3 for nonMarcella Fountain, Rosemary members. Another class will be Golinski and Eva Naples. Mauheld 1-2 p.m. Monday. reen Gosart and Cheryl Pipher A special Valentine’s Day shared the winnings from the dinner will take place on Feb. special bingo game and Eva 14. Naples won the jackpot game. Travel coordinator Johanna is PITTSTON: The Pittston accepting reservations for a trip Senior Center, 441 N. Main St., to Mount Airy Casino on Feb. 15. Pickups will be in Exeter and is holding Zumba Gold classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Pittston. Non-members are welcome on the trip. For more Cost is $2 for center members information, contact Johanna at and $3 for non-members. To 655-2720. register, contact Connie Andrews, center director, at 655FALLS: The Falls Senior 5561. Center is sponsoring a discusThe Hospice of Sacred Heart sion by registered dietitian Lisa is conducting free blood presMacdonald 11 a.m.-noon on sure screenings 11 a.m.-noon on Wednesday. Strawberry sundaes Wednesday. The public is inwill be served 1 p.m. Friday. vited. Cost is $1. A Council meeting will take A Valentine’s Day party will place 10:30 a.m. Friday. All take place 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Feb. 14. council members are urged to New members are being acattend. cepted. Cost is $4 for the year. Valentine Day celebrations will be held on Feb. 14. A special NANTICOKE: The Rose dinner will take place at noon Tucker Center, 128 W. Washington St., is holding a piano sing-a- and music for dancing will be provided by Something Else. long with Marian and Diana at Donation for the dinner is $2. 11 a.m. Wednesday. The party begins at 12:30 p.m. Representatives from Congressman Yudichak’s office will and the cost is $3. Light refresh-

ments will be served. Reservations should be made by noon Monday by calling the center. Anyone who ordered beef pasties should pick them up after 11 a.m. on Thursday. PLYMOUTH: The Senior Citizen’s Friendship Club of St. Mary’s will meet 1 p.m. Monday at the Holy Child School building, Willow Street. Servers will be Regina Korba, Helen Karpovich, Joseph Kelly, Lorraine Loftus and Midge Malshefski. Valentine’s Day will be celebrated at the meeting and members are reminded to bring Valentines for exchanging. Bingo will follow the business session. The committee members for the Mom and Dad dinner to be held on May 14 are Arlene Gritsko, Regina Korba, Midge Malshefski, Josephine Medura and Rosalie Meurer. Fifty-fifty winners were Catherine Smith, Rosemary Piston and Ann Brunick. A day trip is planned for March 16 to Mount Haven. Trip includes two complete meals, free drinks and four hours of games and entertainment. Another trip is planned for June 17-22 to Nashville, Tenn. Trip includes five nights lodging, five breakfasts, a river boat cruise with entertainment, two dinners, Nashville Dinner Theatre, Grand Ole Opry, a guided tour of Nashville, Country Music Hall of Fame, Belle Meade Plantation, souvenir gift, taxes and gratuities and motor coach

transportation. For reservations, call Ann at 779-3203. PLYMOUTH: The Shawnee Senior Citizens will meet 1 p.m. Thursday at First Welsh Baptist Church, West Shawnee and Girard avenues. Members should bring a sandwich. Beverages will be provided. The Rev. Anita J. Ambrose, president, will preside. Members should also bring a Valentine thought to the meeting. SWOYERSVILLE: Swoyersville Senior Citizens will meet 1 p.m. Wednesday at Holy Trinity Church hall. New members are welcome. Social hour will take place after the meeting. Winners of the 50-50 fundraiser were Arlene Kosco, JoAnn Baker, Ann Wayslo and Liz Zdancewicz. WYOMING: The Wyoming, West Wyoming Seniors will meet 1:30 p.m. today at the St. Monica meeting center. Frank Perfinski will conduct the meeting. Refreshments will be served after the meeting. Servers are Helen Nocek, Genny Rooney and Helen Ostroski. Fifty-fifty winners were Angie Mastruzzo, Helen Nocek, Elinor Yurek and Paul Delaney. Bingo jackpot winner was Helen Nocek. Valentine’s Day will be celebrated with pizza on the menu and coffee, tea and cake. The club meets the first and third Tuesday of the month at 1:30 p.m. New members are welcome.

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For people who work on the graveyard shift, daytime is their bedtime Dear Abby: I just read the letter from a fellow frustrated night shifter, “Working a 40-Hour Week at Age 73” (Dec. 20). I have worked 12-hour shifts for many years to accommodate our family life. It is easier for me to be home in the morning to get the kids to school and be home when they get off the bus in the afternoon. I have the early evening free to get them to their activities, then go to work later. I thoroughly agree that the rest of the world does not understand! I’ve had the strangest requests from people because I’m home during the day. My solution has been to turn off our home phone and sleep with my

DEAR ABBY ADVICE cellphone on (in case one of the kids gets sick at school or some other dire emergency). This year I made a laminated sign for my front door, asking for peace and quiet. It says, “Please do not ring my doorbell. Night-shift worker sleeping at this time.” — Sleepless in Wisconsin Dear Sleepless: Thanks for your letter. Your fellow night shifters were in complete agreement with you. My newspaper readers comment: Dear Abby: There’s nothing unusual about “Working’s” problem. I worked

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Dear Abby: I worked nights for years. My husband’s friends thought they were being funny when they’d call me at 7 a.m. asking, “How’s the ‘bat’ doing?” One night at 3 a.m. I called each one of them to ask how THEY were doing. After that, I never received an early call again. My husband didn’t respect me either. He wanted me to get up at 7 a.m. to watch our son so he could play golf. I finally divorced him. — Fully Rested in New Mexico To receive a collection of Abby’s most memorable — and most frequently requested — poems and essays, send a business-sized, self-addressed envelope, plus check or money order for $3.95 ($4.50 in Canada) to: Dear Abby’s “Keepers,” P.O. Box 447, Mount Morris, IL 61054-0447. (Postage is included.)

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ARIES (March 21-April 19). Productivity is linked to being in tune with your natural rhythms. Take cues from your body. Your inclination to re-caffeinate and push through the lethargy is unwise and counterproductive. TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You have quite a responsibility today. You are, after all, the external expression of existence. And whether you think about it or not, how you live will be vitally important to the universal order. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Sometimes you have to work hard not to have an edge in your voice, and the effort is definitely worthwhile. The way you talk shows the level of compassion you have for yourself. CANCER (June 22-July 22). When a situation does not measure up to your expectations, it is easy to feel disappointed and critical. Try to get past these emotions, though, because there is a golden opportunity in the works. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You have a special talent for interpreting things in such a way that those around you can easily face it, too. It may feel like you have to tap dance to keep your audience engaged. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). A special relationship is strong because you have faced adversity together. In a strange way, the easy and fun times may be more difficult to navigate than the hard times. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). If you stay aware, you can keep a dicey situation from veering too far off course. You can bring this one closer to the way you once dreamed it would be.

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LEGAL NOTICE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Sealed bids will be received by Plymouth Borough at their office, 162 West Shawnee Avenue, Plymouth, PA 18651, until 7:00 PM prevailing time on February 14, 2012, at which time they shall be publicly opened and read for the construction of: Coal Creek Streambank Stabilization Project, Plymouth Borough, Luzerne County. This contract includes, but is not limited to, furnishing all materials, equipment, supplies, and labor to install approximately 275 linear feet of riprap and remove deposition in Coal Creek adjacent to the Plymouth Armory. There will be a mandatory prebid meeting on February 10, 2012 at 9:15 AM at the Plymouth Armory, 747 West Main Street, Plymouth, PA 18651 at which time there will be a site showing and bid packages will be distributed. All envelopes containing bids shall be clearly marked with the words “Coal Creek Streambank Stabilization Project, Plymouth Borough, Luzerne County” and the words “Sealed Bid”. Bids must be submitted on the forms provided in the bid package and must be submitted unconditionally. Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Rates apply to this contract. The successful bidder is required to comply with the Contract Compliance Regulations of the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission, 16 PA Code Chapter 49 and with all Federal, State, and local regulations prohibiting discrimination in hiring and employment. Award of this contract, if it is awarded, will be to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder, but the Conservation District reserves the unqualified right to reject any and all bids and to waive any informalities. Frank Coughlin, President Plymouth Borough 162 West Shawnee Avenue Plymouth, PA 18651 NUANGOLA BOROUGH, LUZERNE COUNTY, PA PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that the Nuangola Borough Council (the "Council"), Luzerne County, Pennsylvania (the "Borough") will hold a special public meeting on February 13, 2012 at 6pm in the Nuangola Borough Municipal Building, 5150 Nuangola Rd, Nuangola, PA 18707, at which meeting Council will consider the enactment of a proposed ordinance (the "Ordinance") authorizing the incurrence of nonelectoral lease rental debt of the Borough pursuant to the Local Government Unit Debt Act (the "Act"). The following summary of the Ordinance, among other things: (1) authorizes the incurrence of lease rental debt in an aggregate principal amount of $25,000 plus costs including legal ads, preparation of debt proceedings, borrowing base certificate costs, and any other associated expenses by entering into a Guaranty Agreement (the "Guaranty Agreement") pursuant to which the Borough will unconditionally guaranty the full and prompt payment of all principal and interest on the Promissory Note (the "Note") to be issued by the Nuangola Borough Sewer Authority (the “Authority") to the Mountaintop Area Joint Sanitary Authority to provide funds: (i) to undertake certain capital improvements to the Authority’s sewer system; and (ii) to pay all costs and expenses incident to the issuance of the Note (together, the "Project"); (2) authorizes and directs the proper officers of the Borough to: (a) prepare, certify and file the debt statement required by section 8110 of the Pennsylvania Local Government Unit Debt Act and the Borrowing Base Certificate in connection therewith and (b) execute, attest and deliver, as appropriate, the Guaranty Agreement between the Borough and the Authority; (3) approves the form of the Guaranty Agreement; (4) specifies the maximum amount of the Borough obligation pursuant to the Guaranty Agreement and the sources of payment of such guaranty obligation; (5) pledges the full faith, credit and taxing power of the Borough in support of such debt obligation; (6) provides for the proper officers of the Borough to take all other required, necessary or desirable related action in connection with the Project and/or the Guaranty Agreement, including, without limitation, to make any filings with the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development which may be necessary; (7) provides for the effectiveness of the Ordinance; (8) provides for the severability of provisions of the Ordinance; and (9) provides for the repeal of all inconsistent ordinances or resolutions or parts of ordinances or resolutions. A full copy of the Ordinance will be posted at the Nuangola Borough Municipal Building for public review. Melissa Weber, Secretary

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Nuangola Borough (Borough) is preparing a Component 3M Sewage Facilities Planning Module (Module) to address sewage disposal in several areas of the Borough. The Module will specifically address all or portions of areas adjacent to Williams St, Blytheburn Rd, North End Rd and Storm St. On May 13, 2005, the Borough received approval from the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to implement its Official Sewage Facilities Plan (Plan) as prepared by Milnes Engineering Inc. The Plan proposed the construction of a lowpressure wastewater collection system to serve Borough residents. Areas to be served by the approved wastewater collection system were shown on Milnes Engineering Drawing No. 5, last revised March 24, 2005 as contained in the Plan. Wastewater from the proposed collection system would be conveyed to the Mountaintop Area Joint Sanitary Authority (MAJSA) for ultimate treatment and disposal. The Borough proposes to revise its approved Plan for the four specific areas of the Borough as listed and described: 1. The previously approved Plan included the construction of a low-pressure sewer line along the entire length of Williams St, plus an additional 1,850 ft. The sewer main required for the project as currently specified in the Module will extend only to the end of Williams St and no distance beyond. The Module proposes to eliminate the low-pressure sewer line originally planned for the 1,850 ft beyond the end of Williams St. 2. The previously approved Plan included construction of a low-pressure sewer line on only a portion of Blytheburn Rd. This Module proposes to construct a low-pressure sewer main along the entire length of Blytheburn Rd from the intersection of Nuangola and Blytheburn Rds to the boundary of the Borough with Slocum Township. This revision is proposed to accommodate all existing and potential development within the Borough along Blytheburn Rd. 3. The previously approved Plan included the construction of a low-pressure sewer line traveling north from Fawn Lane to North End Rd and turning east toward Nuangola Lake. The original alignment would not provide centralized sewer service to three existing structures that front North End Rd within the Borough. The Module proposes to extend a main westward along North End Rd to include the three remaining structures. 4. The previously approved Plan did not include the construction of a low-pressure sewer line on Storm St. The Module proposes the construction of a low-pressure sewer line on Storm St from the intersection of Nuangola Rd and Storm St along the entire length of Storm St terminating at the Nuangola Borough Recreation Center. Revisions to the Borough’s Plan, as proposed in the Module, are not expected to significantly change the anticipated connection fee or end-user rate. The current, one-time, initial user connection fee of $2,025 per Equivalent Dwelling Unit (EDU) and the $69 monthly end-user rate are based on the best available information known to the Borough at this time. Financing of the Borough’s entire wastewater collection and conveyance system construction project, including the facilities specified in the Module, is being provided through a low-interest loan and grant package from the US Dept of Agriculture Rural Development. A copy of the Module is available for public review and comment, beginning on the date of this advertisement and continuing for a period of 30 days at the following locations: •Nuangola Borough Municipal Building, 5150 Nuangola Rd, Nuangola, PA 18707. • Rule’s Garage, 217 Van Avenue, Nuangola, PA. 18707, M-F 9a-12p & 1p-5p • Kirby Library, 33 Kirby Avenue, Mountain Top, PA. 18707, M-F 9a-1p & Sat 9a-12p. Address written comments to Dan Loughran PE, Quad3 Group Inc, Land Planning & Utilities, 37 N Washington St, Wilkes Barre, PA 18701. Melissa Weber, Borough Secretary

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ESTATE NOTICE “Letters Testamentary in the Estate of Ursula A. Burke, deceased, who died November 1, 2011, late of the Borough of West Pittston, Luzerne County, PA, having been granted, all persons indebted to said Estate are requested to make payment and those having claims to present the same without delay to Theresa Schwartz, Executrix, c/o William F. Roberts, Esquire Burke Vullo Reilly Roberts 1460 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort, PA 18704-4237”

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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 Luzerne County Council will hold a work session at 6:01 pm Tuesday, February 7, 2012, in the Luzerne County Emergency Management Agency Building, 185 Water Street, WilkesBarre, PA to discuss general purposes items including authorities, boards, commissions, auditing schedules, and office management issues.

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HOMEBUYER COUNSELING SERVICES FOR THE LUZERNE COUNTY OFFICE OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Luzerne County, through its Office of Community Development, is soliciting proposals from agencies interested in providing homebuyer counseling services, for participants in the County’s homebuyer programs which are carried out with funding from various sources including the HOME Investment Partnerships Program and Housing Trust Fund. Luzerne County invites agencies to submit a written Proposal for these services. Formal Request for Proposal Packets, including the Professional Advice Questionnaire, which is required for submission of a proposal, may be obtained by contacting the Luzerne County Office of Community Development. Packets can be picked up at the Office of Community Development, or provided to you via mail, fax or electronically. Completed Proposals must be submitted no later than 10:00 a.m., February 14, 2012. Electronic or faxed submissions will not be accepted. Request for Proposal Packets may be obtained by contacting the following: Luzerne County Office of Community Development 54 West Union Street Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701 Phone: (570) 824-7214; (570) 693-3800; (570) 459-1814 LUZERNE COUNTY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER BY ORDER OF: Thomas A. Pribula Luzerne County Interim Manager

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POLARIS`03 330 MAGNUM Shaft ride system.

True 4x4. Mossy oak camo. Cover included. $3,000 negotiable. Call 570-477-3129

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SUZUKI ‘06 SWIFT RENO 4 cylinder. Automatic. 4 door. $4,800 (570) 709-5677 (570) 819-3140

VW `87 GOLF

Excellent runner with constant servicing & necessary preventative maintenance. Repair invoices available. Approx 98,131 miles. Good condition, new inspection. $2,300. Call 570-282-2579

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ACURA `06 TL

4 Door 3.2 VTEC 6 Cylinder engine Auto with slapstick. Navigation system. 57k miles. Black with Camel Leather interior. Heated Seats. Sun Roof, Excellent condition. Satellite Radio, Fully loaded. $18,000. 570-814-2501

ACURA 06 TSX Leather. Moonroof. $9,880

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‘00 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2 door hatchback,

1.8 turbo, 5 speed transmission, AC power steering and windows, moon roof, new brakes, tires, timing belt, water pump and battery. Black on black. 116,000 miles $4,500 570-823-3114

DODGE `86 RAM VAN

98,000 miles. Good running condition. $1,500 (570) 287-8766

FORD `95 F150 4x4. 6 cylinder.

Automatic. 8 ft. modified flat bed. 90k miles. Runs great. $4,900 (570) 675-5046 Call after 6:00 p.m.

LINCOLN `88 MARK VII

Approx. 132,000 miles. To date I have done repairs & preventative maintenance. In the amount of approx. $4,500, Not including tires. There is approx. 20 Sq. In. of surface rust on entire car. I would be happy to describe any or all repairs. All repair done by certified garage. FINAL REDUCTION $3,200 570-282-2579

A6 station wagon. 143k miles. 3rd row seating. $2,800 or best offer. Call 570-861-0202

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CHEVY 08 IMPALA LTZ

Metallic gray, sunroof, leather, Bose Satellite with CD radio, heated seats, traction control, fully loaded. Remote Start. 50k miles. $16,995 or trade. (570) 639-5329

CHEVY ’77 CORVETTE Red & red, all

original. No hits, restoration. Rides and looks new. Exceptionally clean. A/c, pb, ps, pw, 51K $14,900 OBO 570-563-5056

CHEVY`10 CAMARO

SS2. Fully load, V8, jewel red with white stripes on hood & trunk, list price is $34,500, Selling for $29,900. Call 570-406-1974

CHRYSLER `06 300

4 door sedan in perfect condition. Full service records. All luxury options and features. 25.5 MPG. $12,800. Call 570-371-1615

CHRYSLER ‘04 SEBRING CONVERTIBLE

Silver, 2nd owner clean title. Very clean inside & outside. Auto, Power mirrors, windows. CD player, cruise, central console heated power mirrors. 69,000 miles. $5900. 570-991-5558

CHRYSLER ‘08 SEBRING

Leather. Heated seats. DVD Player. $10,450

BMW `07 328xi

Black with black interior. Heated seats. Back up & navigation systems. New tires & brakes. Sunroof. Garage kept. Many extras! 46,000 Miles. Asking $20,500. 570-825-8888 or 626-297-0155 Call Anytime!

CADILLAC ‘00 DTS Tan, satellite

radio, leather, moon roof, loaded excellent condition. 137k miles. $6000.

570-814-2809

CADILLAC ‘06 STS

AWD, 6 cylinder, Silver, 55,000 miles, sunroof, heated seats, Bose sound system, 6 CD changer, satellite radio, Onstar, parking assist, remote keyless entry, electronic keyless ignition, & more! $16,500 570-881-2775

CHEVROLET ‘06 CORVETTE CONVERTIBLE

Silver beauty, 1 Owner, Museum quality. 5,900 miles, 6 speed. All possible options including Navigation, Power top. New, paid $62,000 Must sell REDUCED! $39,500 FIRM 570-299-9370

CHEVY `97 ASTROVAN Beautiful, 4 door.

Power steering & brakes. 8 cylinder. Excellent condition. $3,000. Negotiable. 570-762-3504

GEO `93 PRIZM

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HONDA `07 ACCORD

V6 EXL. 77K miles. 1 owner with maintenance records. Slate blue with leather interior. Sunroof. Asking $12,500. Call 570-239-2556

HONDA ‘04

Civic LX Sedan PRICE REDUCTION

Fully loaded, gas stingy 4 cylinder, 1.7 liter engine, well maintained, very good condition, driven less than 10.1 k miles per year. $7995 570-855-0095

HONDA 08 ACCORD 15K miles. Auto.

Excellent condition! $15,999 WARRANTY MAFFEI AUTO SALES 570-288-6227

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HYUNDAI ‘00 ACCENT 4 cylinder. 5 speed. Sharp economy car! $2,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

LEXUS `01 ES 300 80,000 miles,

91,000 miles. Looks & runs like new. $2,300 or best offer, please call 570-702-6023

excellent condition, all options. Recently serviced. New tires. $9,300. 570-388-6669

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08 KIA SPORTAGE black, 4 cylinder auto, 2WD 07 CHRYSLER PACIFICA LS blue (AWD) 07 Chrysler Aspen LTD, silver, 3rd seat, 4x4 07 DODGE DURANGO SLT, blue, 3rd seat 4x4 07 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SXT, blue grey leather, 7 pax mini van 06 PONTIAC TURRANT black/black leather, sunroof, AWD 06 MITSUBISHI ENDEAVOR XLS, AWD, blue auto, V6 06 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN ES, red, 4 dr, entrtnmt cntr, 7 pass mini van 05 FORD EXPLORER XLT blue, 3rd seat, 4x4 05 DODGE DAKOTA CLUB CAB SPORT, blue, auto, 4x4 truck 05 FORD F150 XLT, extra cab, truck, black, V8, 4x4 04 HYUNDAI SANTA FE GLS, burgundy, auto (AWD) 04 FORD FREESTAR, blue, 4 door, 7 passenger mini van 04 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER, silver, black leather, 3rd seat, AWD 04 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE OVERLAND graphite grey, 2 tone leather, sunroof, 4x4 03 DODGE DURANGO RT red, 2 tone leather imterior, 3rd seat, 4x4 03 FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC XLT, 4 door, green, tan, leather, 4x4 03 FORD WINDSTAR LX green 4 door, 7 pax mini van 02 NISSAN PATHFINDER SE, Sage, sun roof, autop, 4x4 02 CHEVY 2500 HD reg. cab. pickup truck, green, auto, 4x4 01 FORD RANGER XLT X-CAB, red, auto, V6, 4x4 01 FORD EXPLORER SPORT XLT, gold, sunroof, 2 door, 4x4 01 F150 SUPERCREW XLT, green, 4 door, V8, 4x4 truck 00 GMC SIERRA SLE, extra cab, pewter silver, V8, 4x4, truck 00 CHEVY BLAZER LT black & brown, brown leather 4x4 99 ISUZI VEHIACROSS black, auto, 2 door AWD 98 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO SE, silver, V6, 4x4 96 CHEVY BLAZER, black 4x4 89 CHEVY 1500, 4X4 TRUCK

HYUNDAI 04 ELANTRA

Only 52K miles, cruise, power windows & locks. $8,880

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JAGUAR `00 S TYPE 4 door sedan. Like

new condition. Brilliant blue exterior with beige hides. Car is fully equipped with navigation system, V-8, automatic, climate control AC, alarm system, AM/FM 6 disc CD, garage door opener. 42,000 original miles. $9,000 Call (570) 288-6009

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700 Sans Souci Highway WE SELL FOR LESS!! ‘11 HYUNDAI ELANTRA 3950 miles. Factory Warranty. New Condition. $17,699 ‘10 DODGE CARAVAN SXT 32K. SilverBlack. Power slides. Factory warranty. $16,799 ‘09 J EEP L IBERY LIMITED Power sunroof. Only 18K. Factory Warranty. $19,499 ‘09 DODGE CALIBER SXT 2.0 Automatic, 24k Factory Warranty! $11,699 ‘08 CHEVY IMPALA LS Only 18K! One Owner - Estate Sale. Factory Warranty. $11,999 ‘08 SUBARU Special Edition 42K. 5 speed. AWD. Factory warranty. $12,799 ‘08 CHEVY IMPALA LS 4 door, only 37K! 5 Yr. 100K factory warranty $11,299 ‘05 HONDA CRV EX One owner. Just traded. 65K. $12,799 ‘06 FORD FREESTAR Rear air, 62k $8199 ‘05 SUZUKI VERONA LX Auto. 64K. Factory warranty. $4,999 ‘01 LINCOLN TOWN CAR Executive 74K $5,599 ‘99 J EEP L ARADO LTD Leather. 75K $4,699 TITLE TAGS FULL NOTARY SERVICE 6 M ONTH WARRANTY

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HYUNDAI ‘06 ELANTRA Tan, 4 door,

clean title, 4 cylinder, auto, 115k miles. Power windows, & keyless entry, CD player, cruise, central console heated power mirrors. $3900 570-991-5558

LINCOLN ‘05 TOWN CAR 39K miles. Looks & runs perfect! $13,500 WARRANTY MAFFEI AUTO SALES 570-288-6227

LINCOLN 06

Town Car Limited

Fully loaded. 50,000 miles, Triple coated Pearlized White. Showroom condition. $14,900. (570) 814-4926 (570) 654-2596

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NISSAN `08 XTERRA

Grey, Mint condition. 35K miles. New, allseason tires. Sirius radio. 2 sets of mats, including cargo mats. $18,400. Call 570-822-3494 or 570-498-0977

driven, last Cutlass off the GM line. Crimson red with black leather interior. Every available option including sunroof. Perfect condition. 300 original miles. $21,900 or best offer. Call 570-650-0278

PONTIAC `04 VIBE White. New manual

transmission & clutch. Front wheel drive. 165k highway miles. Great on gas. Good condition, runs well. $3,000 or best offer 570-331-4777

PONTIAC 08 VIBE

Low miles. AWD. $12,750

MERCEDES 1975

Good interior & exterior. Runs great! New tires. Many new parts. Moving, Must Sell. $1,300 or best offer 570-362-3626 Ask for Lee

450SL

Convertible with 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

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PORSCHE `85 944 Low mileage,

110,000 miles, 5 speed, 2 door, antilock brakes, air conditioning, power windows, power mirrors, AM/FM radio, CD changer, leather interior, rear defroster, tinted windows, custom wheels, $8,000. (570) 817-1803

TOYOTA ‘04 CELICA GT 112K miles. Blue, 5

speed. Air, power windows/locks, CD/cassette, Keyless entry, sunroof, new battery. Car drives and has current PA inspection. Slight rust on corner of passenger door. Clutch slips on hard acceleration. This is why its thousands less than Blue Book value. $6,500 OBO. Make an offer! Call 570-592-1629

TOYOTA ‘09 COROLLA S Auto. 4 Cylinder. $12,880

560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

VOLKSWAGEN ‘11 JETTA 24K miles. Like

New! Auto. Leather. $15,999 WARRANTY MAFFEI AUTO SALES 570-288-6227

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

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

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CADILLAC `77original COUPE 70,000

miles. Leather interior. Excellent condition. $2,500. Call 570-282-4272 or 570-877-2385

CHEVY ‘30 HOTROD COUPE $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

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FORD ‘28 MODEL A Sport Coupe.

67k miles $6400. 570-466-0999

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OLDSMOBILE `97 CUTLASS SUPREME MERCEDES-BENZ `73 Museum kept, never

miles, all power, leather interior. NADA book value $17,975. Priced for quick sale to settle estate. $15,950, or best offer. Car is in mint condition. 570-735-4760 570-954-1257

VOLKSWAGEN ‘00 BEETLE 2.0 automatic, air

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

Commercial Trucks & Equipment

CHEVY ‘89 2500 SCOTTSDALE Pickup Truck with

insulated refrigerated box, cooling unit. 5 speed, rebuilt 8 cylinder. $2,500. Box only an option. 570-333-4827

FORD `90 TRUCK

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

GMC ‘98 SIERRA 3500 4WD Stake Side, 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

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Motorcycles

YAMAHA ‘97 ROYALSTAR 1300

12,000 miles. With windshield. Runs excellent. Many extras including gunfighter seat, leather bags, extra pipes. New tires & battery. Asking $4,000 firm. (570) 814-1548

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

HARLEY 2011 HERITAGE SOFTTAIL Black. 1,800 miles. ABS brakes. Security System Package. $16,000 firm. SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY 570-704-6023

HARLEY DAVIDSON `03 NIGHTTRAIN New rear tire. Very good condition. 23K miles. $8,500. Call 570-510-1429

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

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HARLEY DAVIDSON

‘03 Dyna Wide Glide Excellent condition garage kept! Golden Anniversary - silver/black. New Tires. Extras. 19,000 miles. Must Sell! $10,000. 570-639-2539

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 8,000 original miles,

excellent condition. $1,000. 570-379-3713

MOTO GUZZI `03

1,100 cc. 1,900 miles. Full dress. Shaft driven. Garage kept. Excellent condition. $6000. Health Problems. Call 570-654-7863

POLARIS ‘00 VICTORY CRUISER 14,000 miles,

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

Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

DODGE 07 CALIBER

R/T. AWD. Alloys. $14,880

560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

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

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

FOREST RIVER SURVEYOR 234T ‘10 Sleeps eight, two

queen beds, tinted windows, full bath, fridge, microwave, gas oven, sofa bed, electric heater. A/C, one slide out, smoke free, only 3,000 miles. $14,995. 570-868-6426

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

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

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

FORD ‘00 EXPLORER XLT. CD. Power

seats. Extra Clean! $2,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

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

FORD 02 F150

Extra Cab. 6 Cylinder, 5 speed. Air. 2WD. $4,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

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

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

FORD 06 ESCAPE XLT

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

DAELIM 2006

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

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CHEVY ‘03 SILVERADO

4x4. Extra clean. Local new truck trade! $5,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

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

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CHEVY ‘10 EQUINOX LT

Moonroof. Alloys. 1 Owner. $18,880

560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

CHEVY ‘99 BLAZER

Sport utility, 4 door, four wheel drive, ABS, new inspection. $4200. 570-709-1467

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

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!

$4,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

DODGE 05 RAM 1500 Quad Cab SLT, alloys & CD player. $16,900

560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

GMC `05 SAVANA 1500 Cargo Van.

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

HONDA 08 CRV

AWD. Auto. 34K miles. Extra Sharp! $18,995 WARRANTY MAFFEI AUTO SALES 570-288-6227

HONDA ‘09 CRV LX AWD. 1 owner. $16,900

560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

HYUNDAI ‘06 SANTE FE LTD

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Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

JEEP ‘07 GRAND CHEROKEE

4WD & Alloys. $14,750

560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

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

JEEP 02 GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO 6 cylinder 4 WD, air

conditioning power windows, door locks, cruise, dual air bags, tilt wheel, AM/FM/CD. keyless remote. 130k miles. $5400. 570-954-3390

JEEP 04 GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO 4x4. Auto. 6 cylinder. $8,995 WARRANTY MAFFEI AUTO SALES 570-288-6227

JEEP ‘06 WRANGLER Only 29K miles! $15,880

560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

TOYOTA 09 RAV 4

Only 13K miles! Remote Starter. $18,880

560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

457 Wanted to Buy Auto WANTED 1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

JEEP 98 CHEROKEE SPORT

2 door. 4x4. 6 cylinder. Auto. Like new! $3,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

MERCURY ‘03 MOUNTAINEER LUXURY EDITION

Red & silver, One owner, garage kept, well maintained. Loaded with too many options to list! 68,000 miles. Asking $11,200. 570-239-8389

NISSAN 09 ROGUE SL Leather. Moonroof. Alloys. $18,880

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RANGE ROVER ‘07 SPORT Supercharged

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

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.

TOYOTA 02 TACOMA 4WD. SR5. TRD. V-6. $10,880

560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

TOYOTA 06 4 RUNNER Moonroof. Alloys. CD Player. $16,900

560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

ASSISTANT PROPERTY MANAGER Position available in Edwardsville multifamily housing community. This is a full time position, M-F 8:00AM to 4:30PM. Applicants should possess proven management experience. Subsidized housing experience helpful. Must be dependable, wellorganized, detailed orientated, capable of working independently, & have the ability to perform multiple tasks. Computer experience required. Medical & vacation benefits available.

DR’S ASSISTANT/ SECRETARY Seeking an ener-

getic, motivated, goal-oriented individual for immediate position in a busy, natural healthcare setting. People and computer skills a MUST. Interested parties can fax resumes to: 570-477-3572

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Building/ Construction/ Skilled Trades

SAFE-T-ZONE, INC. TRAFFIC CONTROLFLAGGING COMPANY

100 N. Wilkes-Barre Blvd., Suite 106 Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702 P: 570-829-1180 We are now hiring for the upcoming season starting March 1st for CERTIFIED FLAGGERS. Hours Monday-Wednesday, 9am- 2pm

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527 Food Services/ Hospitality

Experienced Delivery Driver

Must know WilkesBarre Area well.

Experienced Saute Cook

Please apply at: Frank’s Pizzeria 198 S Main St Wilkes-Barre 570 822-2168 After 2

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Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair

COMMERCIAL APPLICATOR For turf fertilization

program at a landscape company. Must be experienced. State certification a plus, but will train the right individual. Apply by mailing resume to: Green Valley Landscaping, Inc. 52 Reese St., Plains, PA 18702-1823 Or by email to: greenvalleyland @comcast.net EOE

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DATA/ PHONE /SOUND

Our Client is hiring experienced technicians to install phones, fiber optics, data and sound systems. Customers include hospitals, schools, churches and businesses. Must interpret blueprints, troubleshoot wiring and read schematics. Will use hand tools, laptop, and climb ladders. Full time 8am4:30pm. Must have clean driving record. Contact Harvis 570-542-5330 with questions or send resume to: jobs.harvis@ gmail.com

Attorney Services

ESTATE PLANNING /ADMINISTRATION

Real Estate & Civil Litigation Attorney Ron Wilson 570-822-2345 Free Bankruptcy Consultation Payment plans. Carol Baltimore 570-822-1959 SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY Free Consultation. Contact Atty. Sherry Dalessandro 570-823-9006

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Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair

EQUIPMENT DEPOT IN ALLENTOWN IS HIRING We are currently looking for an experienced & dependable

Field Service Technician

for the Hazleton & Wilkes-Barre area. If you have your own tools, experience with IC and electrical equipment, the ability to work with little to no supervision, great customer service and communication skills. Please apply at www.eqdepot.com You must have a High School Diploma or GED, valid driver’s license & good computer skills.

EQUIPMENT DEPOT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER www.EQDepot.com

HVAC/R

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Visit our website for job postings.

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IT/Software Development

IT SPECIALIST

WNEP-TV in Moosic, PA has an opening for an IT specialist with knowledge of IP/Network based systems, routers, scripting, etc. We offer a competitive salary & dynamic work environment. See details on our website: wnep.com EOE

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Janitorial/ Cleaning

HOUSEKEEPER

General cleaning, laundry & babysitting. Experience a plus. Non-smoker. Must have car & references. Dallas Area. Replies to: c/o The Times Leader Box 2925 15 N. Main St, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0250

AUTO SERVICE DIRECTORY

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Auto Parts

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Auto Services

$ WANTED JUNK $ VEHICLES LISPI TOWING We pick up 822-0995

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Attorney Services

Education/ Training

Forty Fort Child Care Center is now hiring ASSISTANT PRE-K TEACHER. Full Time & Benefits. PART TIME AIDE. College students encouraged to apply. Email resumes to: bloomearlyed@ yahoo.com

Please send resume and salary requirements to 9 Beverly Drive, Edwardsville, PA 18704 or email eagleridge01@ comcast.net EOE

LAW DIRECTORY

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CARS,

560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

Leather. Moonroof. One owner. $11,990

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Auto Parts

VITO’S & GINO’S Like New Tires $15 & UP! Like New Batteries $20 & UP! Carry Out Price 288-8995

WANTED

Cars & Full Size Trucks. For prices... Lamoreaux Auto Parts 477-2562

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Auto Parts

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Janitorial/ Cleaning

OFFICE CLEANER WANTED- PART TIME

7.5 hours/week, Monday- Wednesday and Friday anytime after 8pm for 2.5 hours/night. Berwick area. $9.25/hour to start. General cleaning of offices. Apply online at: www. sovereigncs.com EOE and Drug Free Workplace

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Logistics/ Transportation

CDL-A Waste hauling to

551

Drivers wanted. Call Jim at 570-589-9181 or Rick at 570-582-1457.

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

LOOKING TO GROW DRIVERS WANTED! CDL Class A Regional and OTR Routes 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. 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

VALET DRIVER Full time & Part time Monday-Friday 8-4:30 570-855-9593

548 Medical/Health

EXPERIENCED HOME HEALTH RN Full/Part time cover-

ing Luzerne & Lackawanna counties. Also currently hiring CNAs & HHAs. Call Jessica at 570-4513050 for an immediate interview. EOE

Village at Greenbriar Assisted Living

PERSONAL CARE AIDESAll- Shifts PART TIME PART TIME COOK

APPLY WITHIN: 4252 Memorial Highway Dallas, PA 18612

PERSONAL CARE ATTENDANT Excellent starting

rate. Flexible hours. Good working environment. Wilkes-Barre/ Plains/Pittston area! Excellent opportunity! Send resume to: PO Box 153 Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702

RN SUPERVISOR

Full Time 3pm-11pm

LPN

Part Time 3pm-11pm

CNA

Part Time 11pm-7am

CNA’S Per Diem All Shifts LPN’S

Per Diem All Shifts Apply in person to: MOUNTAIN TOP SENIOR CARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER 185 S. MOUNTAIN BLVD. MOUNTAIN TOP, PA. 18707 (570) 474-6377

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Production/ Operations

MANUFACTURING POSITION

A well-established local manufacturer is looking for full time 2nd shift employees. Hours are 2-10PM. Must have valid drivers license. A comprehensive benefit package, which includes 401K. Applications can be obtained at: American Silk Mills 75 Stark Street Plains, PA 18705

TOOLMAKER

Full time 2nd shift position. Ability to use all shop tools and machines, experience in setup and operating CNC equipment a plus. Job requires working to close tolerances and from prints. Excellent salary and benefits package. Submit resume to: MICHAEL HOLCOMB, DIAMOND MANUFACTURING COMPANY, P. O. BOX 4174 WYOMING, PA 18644 USM AEROSTRUCTURES CORP HAS IMMEDIATE OPENINGS FOR: CNC PROGRAMMER MINIMUM 5+ YEARS EXPERIENCE. Experience with mastercam software is a must! Degree is preferred but not required. send resume via email: r.delvalle@ usmaero.net

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Sales/Retail/ Business Development

*INDEPENDENT SALES REPRESENTATIVE*

A local, highly reputable company is looking for an Independent Sales Representative for the Dallas/Wilkes-Barre area. Applicants must possess excellent customer service and communication skills. Previous experience in advertising sales a plus. Part time & Full time opportunities exist. PLEASE CALL 570-579-4300 OR EMAIL FRED@ LOOKATOURMENU.COM

LADIES CLOTHING PRICER

$8.00/hour to start. Monday-Friday dayshift. Must have knowledge of latest styles and upcoming trends. Apply at: Community Family Services 102 Martz Manor, Plymouth

SALES OPPORTUNITY

DelBaso Ford is now accepting applications for Sales Positions. We are looking for an energetic, self-motivated individual to join our award winning organization. Apply in person to: 249 Market Street Kingston Email: PatandDans @aol.com or Call 570-288-4501

Other

JANITOR/CLEANING CREW 10-12 hrs per week Days are flexible

BACK-ROOM STOCK CLERK 10-12 hrs per week

Tue & Fri 7am-12pm

DELI CLERK

15 -20 hrs per week Nights & weekends a must. No calls, apply in person. PLYMOUTH HOMETOWN MARKET 500 W. MAIN ST. PLYMOUTH, PA. 18651

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HOT JOBS

Customer Service, Telemarketing, Help Desk, Desktop Engineers, Sr Manager of Deployment Svcs, Forklift, Warehouse, Picking/Packing, Carpenters&Helpers Warehouse Director, Marketing Analyst, Business Developer, Machine Operators, CNC Programmers, General Labors & Welders Top $ & Benefits Email Resume to: Corey.Rupp@ expresspros.com or 570.208.7000

landfill. Call Brian at Harvis 542-5330 for application or forward resume to: wrrc.jobs@gmail.com

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Business Opportunities

LIQUOR LICENSE FOR SALE. Luzerne County. $23,000. 570-574-7363

MOSS COLLECTOR who owns/or has

access to large tract (s), private woodlands. Must I.D. moss & ecoharvest in bulk, dry & deliver to Honesdale. 570-253-4704

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Antiques & Collectibles

726

COAT

KENNETH COLE Beige, size 6, hardly worn. $75. 570-855-5385 SHORTS 8 pair of young mens American Eagle Cargo shorts, various colors, size 32 & 33. nice condition. $7. 5 pair young mens basketball shorts, Nike & Addias S&M nice condition. $5. each. 696-3528 SUITS 3 mens, 42 reg pants 36x29, good condition $15. New wool coat 42 reg new $15. 6 pair mens dress slacks 36x29 $5. each. 570-824-5460

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Bikes, dolls, guns, Mining Items, trains & Musical Instruments, Hess. 474-9544

COIN SET United mint Presidential $1 set with proof set, 4 coins each set $15. Belt buckle US with eagle + 2 rifles. Tiffany Studio NY BC235 $15. Wall clock with spindles, gold design on glass, 13 x28, excellent working $80. 570-574-0271 COINS. 3-V nickels 1894-V, 1909-V, 1911-V $60. 570-287-4135 DIE CAST Hess 3003 mini patrol $8. 01 mini racer transport $8. & 04 mini tanker $8. Sunoco ‘96 tow truck with plow $10. Mobil 95 tow truck $10. Ertle ‘92 True value diamond tanker bank $10. Exxon humble tanker 2nd edition $10. & tanker $10. Racing champion Citgo #21 Elliot Sadler $10. Racing Champion STP Richard Petty $5. matchbox transporter Bill Elliot $10. 570-639-1653 PIANO Livingston upright player piano, pump style with approximate 35 music rolls. Ground level removal. $125. 570-479-2322

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Appliances

APPLIANCE PA RT S E T C .

Used appliances. Parts for all brands. 223 George Ave. Wilkes-Barre 570-820-8162 FREEZER/upright 17 cu ft $375. 570-825-5133 RANGE kenmore gas like brand new $175. 570-793-0811.

WASHER/DRYER

Kenmore Elite. White. FRONT LOAD. Like new. Electric dryer. Storage drawer on bottom of each. $800 for both 570-261-5120 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

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Baby Items

CAR SEAT, for baby, in good condition. $15. 570-823-2267

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Clothing

COAT Christian Dior, camel, size 8, hardly worn $65. 570-825-5440

Computer Equipment & Software

PC HP P4 with DVD burner, software, keyboard, flat monitor $175. LAPTOP Gateware P4 with dvd burner & software. $195. DIGITAL CAMERA hp 7.2 megapixel photosmart with 3x zoom, charger & memory card $59. 283-2552

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Exercise Equipment

ELLIPTICAL Proform 500 L E like new, includes a compatible music port for iPod®, built-in speakers, a Cool Aire™ Workout Fan, 12 built-in workouts. $300. 788-4090 EVERLAST heavy bag. excellent condition. $80. 570-474-0753

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$ ANTIQUES BUYING $ Old Toys, model kits,

Clothing

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VALENTINES DAY

is just around the corner. Are you looking for that special gift for the man or women in your life or just a friend? We have gold, gold filled, silver, rings, necklaces, watches, trinkets for both men & women so why not come in & see us?

Bring this ad & we will give you an extra 10% off your purchase of $50 or more.

OPEN ON VALENTINE’S DAY!

Visit us as 134 Rt. 11, Larksville or call 570-855-7197

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BEDROOM SET 5 piece, oak, like new $550. 822-5460 BEDROOM SET queen cherry sleigh bed, 2 dressers, complete 2 night stands $900. 570-477-6011 BEDROOM SET: 4 piece. White. Good condition. $100. Call 570-735-3489 BRAND NEW P-TOP QUEEN MATTRESS SET!! Still in bags! $150!! MUST SELL!! Call Steve @ 280-9628!!

Medical Equipment

BATHTUB TRANSFER BENCH by Drive Medical.Max 350 lbs., new, never used. $50.824-7015 POWER CHAIR Jazzy Select, $500. WALKER with wheels $45. 570-829-2411

REASSURE full rise protective underwear 3 packs of 14 underwear for men or women size xlarge 58-68 waist /hip all for $15. 570-735 6638

758 Miscellaneous WANTED ALL JUNK CARS, TRUCKS & HEAVY EQUIPMENT DUMPTRUCKS BULLDOZERS BACKHOES

Highest Prices Paid In CA$H

Furniture & Accessories

BAKER’S RACK green metal with 2 wicker baskets for storage. Excellent condition, asking $75. Large living room lamps (2) brass base with cream colored shade, brand new asking $30 each or $50 for pair. 570-239-6011.

Jewelry

FREE PICKUP

570-574-1275 BEDLINER: 89 Chevy S10 truck bedliner, standard 6’ cab $15. Gong Show movie DVD $10. Large frameless mirror 36”X42” $40. 5 storm windows $15. 740-1246 DRAFTING TABLE Hamilton-Economy wood & steel, excellent condition, Footstool, stool & old drafting tools included $150. 570-854-9739

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LAMPS (2) parlor stand up, grey metal & black. $25 each. 570-740-1246

The Times Leader will accept ads for used private party merchandise only for items totaling $1,000 or less. All items must be priced and state how many of each item. Your name address, email and phone number must be included. No ads for ticket sales accepted. Pet ads accepted if FREE ad must state FREE. One Submission per month per household. You may place your ad online at timesleader.com, or email to classifieds@ timesleader.com or fax to 570-831-7312 or mail to Classified Free Ads: 15 N. Main Street, WilkesBarre, PA. Sorry no phone calls.

LAMPS brass, solid brass base with cream shade. paid $80 each asking $50 for pair. 570-474-0753

RECORDS LPs, 78s, 45s, 60s, 70s, 80s & 90’s. $1. each. Religious rosary, handmade $5. 570-829-2411

LOVE SEAT, gray, good condition $80. 570-822-3410

REVERE WARE, clean, shiny & very good condition. 16 pieces all $10. each. CORELLE Butterfly gold, clean & excellent condition, 111 pieces, .30cents to 41. each. Details 570-639-1653

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 KITCHEN TABLE solid oak kitchen $325. Craftsman yard cart still in box $55. 5 pc kitchen table $125. 570-825-5133

MATTRESS SALE

We Beat All Competitors Prices!

Mattress Guy

Twin sets: $159 Full sets: $179 Queen sets: $199 All New American Made 570-288-1898 VANITY/makeup with chair, 40”lx 30”h, Bombay Furniture Co., dark wood, good condition $40. Double door module O’Sullivan 2’lx25 1/2”w, good condition 2 pieces, medium color $10. each. 570-868-5066

750

Jewelry

ENGAGEMENT RING 1/2ct. diamond beautiful twisted rope design in 14kt. Yellow gold setting with 1/2 ct. oval diamond stone, size 7. has appraisal for $2200. Sell $850 570-883-0412

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RIMS: Honda 4 pair 15” will fit any model Accord, Civic, &Del-Sol. Brand new. Asking $200. 570-239-6011 SNOW BLOWER, MTD gas powered, runs good $60. Craftsman 6.5 hp woodchipper $275. Snap-On 3/4”drive torque wrench with case $325. Tailgate 95-04 Chevy S-10 pickup no rust $75. Edelbrock aluminum 4bbl intake manifold aluminum valve covers also aluminum air cleaner fits small block Chevy all for $150 after 3pm 570-655-3197 TIRES. 4 matching Firestone Firehawk LTP235/75R15 M/S with rims. From Toyota ‘84 truck Approximately 90% tread. $160 for all. 570-239-7089 between 8-5.

780

Televisions/ Accessories

TV 19” Toshiba convertor & antenna $35. Call Bill 570-825-8256 TV 21” Zenith with remote FREE. 570-714-4410

780

Televisions/ Accessories

TV 32” Panasonic works great. $40. or make offer. call 570-388-6603 TV Sanyo 32” square, about 5 years old, analog ports in front, remote included. DVD player Toshiba with remote & analog cables, 3 years old. Both excellent condition, no damage. Both items together $150/ OBO. 570-262-7075 TV Sony Trinitron, 36” HD ready, flat front, tube. Very good cond. $30. 855-9221

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Tools

SNOWTHROWER, Snapper, 2 stage with electric start. works good. $250. 570-388-2137

786 Toys & Games SHUFFLEBOARD TABLE. 43”x72”, wood, heavy. Accessories included. You disassemble. $100 OBO. 570675-8459

796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise

BASEBALL CARDS WANTED

Pre 1975. Call 856571-3618 or email trebor_crane@yahoo .com to let me know what you have. Top prices paid and I PAY CASH!

796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise

VITO’S & GINO’S Wanted: WANTED ALL JUNK CARS, TRUCKS & HEAVY EQUIPMENT

810

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WANTED JEWELRY

CATS & KITTENS 12 weeks & up.

$125 EXTRA IF DRIVEN, DRAGGED OR PUSHED IN!

NOBODY Pays More 570-760-2035

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

Visit us at WilkesBarreGold.com Or email us at wilkesbarregold@ yahoo.com

566 Sales/Business Development

566 Sales/Business Development

(570)48GOLD8 (570)484-6538

Highest Cash PayOuts Guaranteed Mon-Sat 10am -6pm C l o s e d S u n d a ys

1092 Highway 315 Blvd (Plaza 315) 315N .3 miles after Motorworld

We Pay At Least 80% of the London Fix Market Price for All Gold Jewelry

London PM Gold Price

Feb. 3: $1,734.00

548 Medical/Health

548 Medical/Health

VALLEY CAT RESCUE

824-4172, 9-9 only CATS: 1 tiger & 1 black, free to a good home, 2 years old, fully trained. 570-2005977 call/text.

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Dogs

PAWS ENHANCE YOUR PET CLASSIFIED AD ONLINE

WILKESBARREGOLD

Auto Parts

All shots, neutered, tested,microchipped

TO CONSIDER....

Pay Cash for baseball, football, basketball, hockey & non-sports. Sets, singles & wax. 570-212-0398

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

BULLDOZERS BACKHOES

Auto Parts

BUYING JUNK VEHICLES $300 AND UP

Cats

CAT FREE - Spayed, front de-claw, shots up to date. 8 year old tortoise shell calico. Very loving & devoted to adult companion (s). Previous owner passed away. Does not like other animals. 570-885-4962.

DUMPTRUCKS

BUYING SPORT CARDS

PAYING TOP DOLLAR

800 PETS & ANIMALS

Call 829-7130 Place your pet ad and provide us your email address This will create a seller account online and login information will be emailed to you from gadzoo.com “The World of Pets Unleashed” You can then use your account to enhance your online ad. Post up to 6 captioned photos of your pet Expand your text to include more information, include your contact information such as e-mail, address phone number and or website. DOG free to good home Pomeranian 11 1/2 months old, male, free cage. 570-779-1093

566 Sales/Business Development

CNAs

Certified Nurse Assistants

Do you enjoy helping others? Would you like a career in healthcare? We are looking for Full & Part Time 3-11 & 11-7 CNAs to provide quality care For our residents All Shifts Available! Call 877-339-6999 x1 Email Jobs@horizonhrs.com Apply in person 395 Middle Road Nanticoke

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Production/ Operations

MANUFACTURING FULL TIME Dynamically growing Sheet Metal & Assembly Manufacturer has immediate multiple openings on all three shifts for the following positions:

• Welding • Press Brake • Spot Welding • Assembly • General Laborer Looking for Skilled Machine Workers

Excellent wages & benefits Apply in Person At:

1170 Lower Demunds Road Dallas, PA 18612 A Drug-Free Workplace 566 Sales/Business Development

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Head Coach – Boy’s Volleyball

Candidates must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills. Develop and implement a district-wide philosophy of the teaching of the game of volleyball at all levels of the program. Year-round work on developing the program is a must. Experience coaching on the varsity level is preferred. For clearance information and application process, visit www.dallassd.com > Employment page. Mail application packet to: Mr. Frank Galicki, Superintendent, Dallas School District, PO Box 2000, Dallas, PA 18612 Complete application packets, including letter of interest, district application, references, letters of recommendation, current Act 34, 151 and 114 clearances, must be received by DEADLINE: February 13, 2012

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JOIN A WINNING TEAM Customer Service Supervisor Vector Security, Inc this region’s most respected name in the security alarm industry is expanding its Customer Service Team. If you thrive on helping people and if you want to make a difference at work, then we are the work place that you are looking for!

GOLDEN RETRIEVER PUPS ACA registered with Pedigrees. Vet checked, wormed. 1st shots. $600 Ready NOW! 570-336-6162

Poms, Yorkies, Maltese, Husky, Rotties, Golden, Dachshund, Poodle, Chihuahua, Labs & Shitzus. 570-453-6900 570-389-7877

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BALL PYTHON 4’, tank, stand & accessories included $100. please call (570) 883-7426 SLIDER TURTLES 2 red earS, 7” & 5” in. Tank included. In need of new home. 570-899-6026

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Our qualifications for joining this winning team include good oral and written communication skills, above average computer skills, answering escalated customer calls. Qualified candidates MUST be flexible and have prior supervisory experience in a call center environment. Bi-lingual in Spanish a plus. A complete background check and drug screen is required.

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ASHLEY

BACK MOUNTAIN

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

1215 Mountain Rd. Well maintained ranch home set on 2 acres with apple trees on property. This home offers 3 bedrooms, sunroom & enclosed porch. Lower level with brick fireplace. 2 car garage. $172,500 MLS# 11-2436 Call Geri 570-696-0888

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SMITH HOURIGAN GROUP ASHLEYREDUCED

BACK MOUNTAIN

Delightfully pleasant. This home has been totally remodeled, a great buy for your money. New modern kitchen with all appliances, living room and dining room have new hardwood floors. Nice size 3 bedrooms. 1 car garage. Be sure to see these values. MLS 11-2890 $65,000 Call Theresa Eileen R. Melone Real estate 570-821-7022 AVOCA

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BEAR CREEK

Education/ Training

DALLAS SCHOOL DISTRICT - EOE www.dallassd.com

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Dogs

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Other

Earn Extra Cash For Just A Few Hours A Day. Deliver (No Collections)

Available routes: Hazleton (MOTOR ROUTE)

$650 Monthly Profit + Tips

39 daily papers / 51 Sunday papers

East Broad Street, Franklin Street, Chruch Street

Hazleton/Treskow

$400 Monthly Profit + Tips 22 daily / 38 Sunday

Bernard Avenue, York Town Drive, Samuels Avenue

30 Costello Circle Fine Line construction. 4 bedroom 2.5 bath Colonial. Great floor plan, master bedroom, walk in closet. 2 car garage, fenced in yard. 2 driveways, above ground pool For additional info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3162 $248,500 Call Lu-Ann 570-602-9280

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AVOCA

139 daily / 150 Sunday

Baltimore Drive, Briar Creek Road, Pocono Trailer Ct., Wildflower Drive, East Main Street, Scott Street, East Thomas Street

Hunlock Creek/Sweet Valley (MOTOR ROUTE)

$1200 Monthly Profit + Tips

166 daily papers / 217 Sunday papers

Forty Fort

$600 Monthly Profit + Tips 131 daily / 154 Sunday

Dilley Street, East Pettebone Street, West Pettebone Street, Slocum Street, Virinia Terrace, Welles Street

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BACK MOUNTAIN Centermorland

529 SR 292 E For sale by owner Move-in ready. Well maintained. 3 - 4 bedrooms. 1 ¾ bath. Appliances included. 2.87 acres with mountain view. For more info & photos go to: ForSaleByOwner.com Search featured homes in Tunkhannock. $275,000. For appointment, call: 570-310-1552

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DALLAS

DURYEA

EDWARDSVILLE 192 Hillside Ave

211 Hillside One Enjoy the comforts & amenities of living in a beautifully maintained townhouse, 3/4 Bedrooms, family room with fireplace out to deck. Bright & airy kitchen, finished lower level, Tennis, Golf & Swimming are yours to enjoy & relax. Maintenance free living. PRICE REDUCED! $199,000 MLS# 10-1221 Call Geri 570-696-0888

NEWBERRY ESTATE ORCHARD EAST Two bedroom condo, 2nd floor. Living/dining room combination. 1,200 square feet of easy living. Two balconies, one car garage nearby. Security system, cedar closet, use of in ground pool. $109,000 MLS#11-4031 Call Joe Moore 570-288-1401

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

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

3 bedroom brick Cape Cod, with 2 baths, on a corner lot near Dallas Schools, with easy access to shopping. MLS# 12-12 $125,000 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

620 Meadows Enjoy the comforts & amenities of living at Newberry Estate - tennis, golf & swimming are yours to enjoy & relax. Spacious condo at a great price. Possibilities for 3rd bedroom and bath on lower level. Pets welcome at Meadows. MLS#12-18 $ 149,900 Call Geri 570-696-0888

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DALLAS 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

AVOCA Renovated 3 bedroom, 2 story on corner lot. New roof & windows. New kitchen, carpeting & paint. Hardwood floors, gas fireplace & garage. All appliances included. A MUST SEE. $119,000. 570-457-1538 Leave Message

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Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair

6650 Bear Creek Blvd Well maintained custom built 2 story nestled on 2 private acres with circular driveway - Large kitchen with center island, master bedroom with 2 walk-in closets, family room with fireplace, custom built wine cellar. A MUST SEE! MLS#11-4136 $299,900 Call Geri 570-696-0888

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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Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair

SMITH HOURIGAN 570-696-1195

533

Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair

Multi-Plastics Extrusions

8 Lackawanna Ave Central Location. 45 bedroom bi-level. Gas heat. 2 baths. Oversized 2 car garage. Corner lot. MLS 11-4372 $140,000 Besecker Realty 570-675-3611

Maintenance Mechanic / Electrician

Qualified individuals must have and be able to perform the following duties: - A working knowledge of electrical and mechanical equipment preferably associated with plastic sheet extrusion. - Safely perform a wide range of duties, relating to installation, troubleshooting, repair, unscheduled maintenance and preventive maintenance of plastic extrusion equipment with minimal supervision. - Locate and diagnose failures, replace defective components and maintain facility related systems and equipment. - Conduct troubleshooting of complex equipment and systems. Evaluate system performance and recommend improvements to maintenance program and system design. Applicants should have a Trade School Certificate and 4 years experience in a maintenance manufacturing environment.

Applicants must be familiar with working in a manufacturing environment, be able to communicate effectively, and work safely in a fastpaced environment.

Multi-Plastics Extrusions provides a safe working environment, excellent compensation opportunities, and a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401k. Qualified applicants can fax or e-mail their resumes to: Multi-Plastics Extrusions 600 Dietrich Avenue Hazleton, PA 18201 Fax: 570-450-1684 E-mail: resume@multi-plastics.com

Charming 4 bedroom, 3 bath home situated on 1 1/4 acre on a private setting. Close to schools and shopping. Living room with beautiful stone fireplace and built ins. Hardwood floors throughout. Master suite on 1st floor. Kitchen has cherry cabinets with tile floors. Screened porch. Detached 2 car garage. $335,000 For appointment 570-690-0752 DALLAS Newberry Estates

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

Charming 2 bedroom Cape Cod in Franklin Township. L-shaped living room with hardwood floors, eat in kitchen & private driveway. $119,900 MLS#11-3255 Call Joe moore 570-288-1401

DALLAS

Four bedroom Colonial with hardwood floors in formal dining and living room. Modern eat in kitchen, finished basement with 24” x 30” recreation room. Deck, hot tub and ceiling fans. MLS#11-4504 $229,900 Call Joe Moore 570-288-1401

DALLAS

Condo with architect designed interior on 3 floors. Large, well equipped tiled kitchen with separate breakfast room, den with fireplace-brick & granite hearth. Open floor plan in living/dining area. 3 or 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths. Lower level has den or 4th bedroom with family room & bath. Recently sided; attached 2-car garage, walk-out lower level, decks on 1st & 2nd floor; pets accepted (must be approved by condo association). Country Club amenities included & private pool for Meadows residents. MLS 12-203 $269,000 Maribeth Jones 570-696-6565

DUPONT

167 Center St. 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath2 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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Cute 2 story, 2 bedroom 1 bath home. $15,000 570-780-0324 570-947-3575 DURYEA REDUCED

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 $64,900 Call Tom 570-262-7716

DURYEA REDUCED!

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 $315,000 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

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DURYEA 314 Edward St

EDWARDSVILLE

Building/ Construction/ Skilled Trades

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY FEB., 12TH 1:00 PM TO 2:30 263 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

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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Building/ Construction/ Skilled Trades

DRILL OPERATOR 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

NEW PRICE!

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 Motivated Seller! $179,500 Call Jim Banos COLDWELL BANKER RUNDLE REAL ESTATE 570-991-1883

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

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Maintenance Intern

Qualified individuals will be responsible for the following duties: - General mechanical installation of equipment related to the sheet extrusion facility under the direction and guidance of experienced maintenance personnel. - General maintenance of the facilities and grounds as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor.

DURYEA

DALLAS

Multi-Plastics Extrusions, a leader in the plastics extrusions field, has several great opportunities for qualified individuals to become a part of its expanding Maintenance Team. The following positions are currently available:

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DALLAS

PRICE REDUCED

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

EDWARDSVILLE

DALLAS

BEAR CREEK

Laflin/Miners Mills

$660 Monthly Profit + Tips

133 Frangorma Dr Bright & open floor plan. 6 year old 2 story. 9' ceiling 1st floor. Custom kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Family Room with 14' ceiling & fireplace. Convenient Back Mt. location. MLS# 12-127 $344,000 Call Geri 570-696-0888

Meadow Run Road Enjoy the exclusive privacy of this 61 acre, 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with vaulted ceilings and open floor plan. Elegant formal living room, large airy family room and dining room and gorgeous 3 season room opening to large deck with hot tub. Modern eat in kitchen with island, gas fireplace, upstairs and wood burning stove downstairs. This stunning property boasts a relaxing pond and walking trail. Sit back and savor the view MLS 11-3462 $443,900 Sandy Rovinski Ext. 26 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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Mericle Construction, Inc. seeks a full time experienced crawler drill operator. Applicant shall have minimum 5 years site work experience and be knowledgeable with an Ingersoll Rand ECM-720, ECM-660 & Atlas Copco F9 drill rig. Applicant will also be expected to assist with blast hole layout & operate other equipment as needed. Salary commensurate with experience for this local, year-round career opportunity with full benefit package. Submit resume or application to: Mericle Construction, Inc. 100 Baltimore Dr., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702 or via Email: hr@mericle.com or download application at www.mericle.com

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Production/ Operations

Production / Operations

Full Time Position With Benefits Recondition and test business telephones. Good eyesight, hearing and attention to detail necessary. Should be self-motivated and team player.

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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

HANOVER TWP.

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

HANOVER TWP. 10 Lyndwood Ave

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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

EXETER

(570) 288-6654

HANOVER TWP.

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 $123,000 Call Don Crossin 570-288-0770 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-287-0770

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

EXETER

OPEN HOUSE Sunday 12pm-5pm

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

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

HANOVER

Great multi-family home. Fully rented double block offers large updated rooms, 3 bedrooms each side. Nice location. MLS 114390 $129,900 Call/text for Details. Donna Cain 570-947-3824

HANOVER TWP.

HANOVER TWP.

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

Towne & Country Real Estate Co. 570-735-8932 or 570-542-5708

HANOVER TWP.

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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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

Smith Hourigan Group 570-474-6307 HANOVER TWP.

2 story in good condition with 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath, eat-in kitchen, 2 car garage, fenced yard & new gas heat. REDUCED TO $39,900 Call Ruth Smith 570-696-1195 or 570-696-5411

SMITH HOURIGAN GROUP

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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

HANOVER

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

Multi-family. large 3 unit building, beautifully updated apartments. Two 3 bedroom apartments & one efficiency apartment. Great location also offers street parking. This is a must see. $139,900. MLS 114389. Call/text for Details Donna Cain 570-947-3824

HANOVER TWP.

HANOVER TWP.

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

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JENKINS TWP.

2032 ROUTE 92 Great Ranch home surrounded by nature with view of the river and extra lot on the river. Large living room and kitchen remodeled and ready to move in. Full unfinished basement, off street parking. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-79 $78,900 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

4 Widener Drive A must see home! You absolutely must see the interior of this home. Start by looking at the photos on line. Fantastic kitchen with hickory cabinets, granite counters, stainless steel appliances and tile floor. Fabulous master bathroom with champagne tub and glass shower, walk in closet. 4 car garage, upper garage is partially finished. The list goes on and on. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 12-210 $389,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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Nice size four bedroom home with some hardwood floors, large eat in kitchen with breakfast bar. 2 car garage & partially fenced yard. Close to everything! $92,900 MLS# 11-1977 Call Christine Kutz 570-332-8832 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

Double block with both sides having nice secluded yards and decks. Close to area schools. Wood floors just redone on owners side. Wonderful opportunity to live in one side and rent the other side to help pay your mortgage! MLS#11-4537 $65,000 CALL CHRISTINE KUTZ 570-322-8832 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

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* 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

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GET THE WORD OUT with a Classified Ad. 570-829-7130 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

JENKINS TWP 2 Owen Street

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.

2 W. Sunrise Drive PRICED TO SELL! This 4 bedroom has 2 car garage with extra driveway, central air, veranda over garage, recreation room with fireplace and wet bar. Sunroom For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-296 $199,900 Call Tom 570-262-7716

JENKINS TWP.

21 Spring St. 2 or 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home. Large fenced yard with shed, 50x200’ lot. 3 off street parking spaces. By Owner $99,900 570-825-9867

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KINGSTON 171 Third Ave

So close to so much, traditionally appointed 3 bedroom, 3 bath townhome with warm tones & wall to wall cleanliness. Modern kitchen with lots of cabinets & plenty of closet space throughout, enjoy the privacy of deck & patio with fenced yard. MLS 11-2841 $123,000 Call Arlene Warunek 570-650-4169

Smith Hourigan Group (570) 696-1195 Kingston

3 bedroom bi-level with two modern, full baths & one 3/4 bath. Living room with fireplace and skylights, built in china cabinets in dining room. Lower level family room with fireplace and wet bar. Large foyer with fireplace. MLS#11-3064 $289,500 Call Joe Moore 570-288-1401

KINGSTON 58 S. Welles Ave

Large charmer had been extensively renovated in the last few years. Tons of closets, walk-up attic & a lower level bonus recreation room. Great location, just a short walk to Kirby Park. MLS 11-3386 $129,000 Call Betty at Century 21 Smith Hourigan Group 570-287-1196 ext 3559 or 570-714-6127 KINGSTON 68 Bennett St

JENKINS TWP.

4 Orchard St. 3 bedroom starter home with 1 bath on quiet street. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-254 $69,900 Call Tom 570-262-7716

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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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KINGSTON

LAKE NUANGOLA Lance Street

MOUNTAIN TOP

NANTICOKE

A Classy Move-in Ready 5 bedroom, with recent updates including flooring, bathroom, recessed lighting & many new widows. Woodburner on brick hearth, eat in kitchen, formal dining room. Good room sizes, fenced yard, patio, private driveway, walking distance to park, shopping, public transportation, restaurants, etc. MLS #11-4283 $132,900. Call Pat today @

RARE OPPORTUNITY! This one you can’t match for overall charm, utilization and value. The beautifully carpeted, gas fireplace living room makes you want to sit down and relax. The dining room opens to a Florida room with a gas fireplace. There is a modern kitchen and 2 modern bathrooms. Three spacious bedrooms on the second floor with a walkup attic. Completely finished basement with wet bar! The home features many upgrades including windows, roof, landscaping and driveway. Also a one car detached garage and gazebo. Great Kingston location with low taxes and located near school and shopping. MLS#11-4552 $172,900 Everett Davis (570) 417-8733

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 $192,000 Jim Graham at 570-715-9323

414 Grove Street E Remodeled 2 story with new oil furnace, windows, electric kitchen, bath, door, flooring, paint. OSP. Seller will pay 1st year property tax. MLS#11-2760 $85,500 Call Al Clemonts 570-371-9381

CENTURY 21 SMITH HOURIGAN GROUP 570-287-1196 KINGSTON

BUTLER ST. Large double, great older home with all modern updates. Pantry, kitchen, living room, formal dining room, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, Collect $1300 rent from other side. $195,000 570-288-4203

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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

This charming 3 story has plenty of potential and is within 1 block of Wyoming Ave. Put in your own finishing touches. Priced to sell! MLS 12-48 $ 34,900 Ann Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

(570) 288-6654 LARKSVILLE

10 E. Second St. Property in nice neighborhood. Includes 4 room apartment over garage. MLS 12-253 $79,000 Charles J. Prohaska EXT 35 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-287-0770

LUZERNE

NANTICOKE

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.

COLDWELL BANKER RUNDLE REAL ESTATE 570-474-2340, Ext. 11

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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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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29 Valley View Dr. MOTIVATED SELLER Raised ranch on corner lot. Spacious two car garage. Modern kitchen & bath, tile floors. Energy efficient Ceramic Heat. MLS#11-2500 $174,900 Call Julio Caprari: 570-592-3966

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570-288-6654 KINGSTON TWP

573 carverton Rd Cape Cod with approx. 3,284 sq. ft. Living room with stone fireplace, dining room with skylight & stone floor, semi modern kitchen with breakfast area, family room with fireplace & vaulted ceiling master on 1st floor with master bath, 3 other bedrooms, 2 full baths. Central air. $725,000. MLS 11-4056 Call Joe Moore 570-288-1401

KINGSTON

Well maintained one owner home located near schools & shopping. Home features 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, eat-in kitchen, living room, dining room & foyer, with ductless air conditioning on the first floor. 2-car detached garage and basement ready to be finished. All appliances are included along with the first floor laundry. MLS#11-97 $129,000 Everett Davis (570) 417-8733

Sunday February 5th 12pm to 2pm 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. Laflin Road to Fordham Road, on right. $399,700 Call Donna 570-613-9080

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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 NEWPORT TWP.

Five bedroom Contemporary has a vaulted ceiling in living room with fireplace. Hardwood floors in dining & living rooms. 1st floor master bedroom with walk in closet. Lower level family room. Deck, garage, separate laundry. $257,500 MLS#12-170 Call Joe Moore 570-288-1401

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LUZERNE

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Lovely cedar shingle sided home on large corner lot in a great development. 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 baths, 1st floor family room, finished lower level. Hardwood floors throughout, huge living room & family room. 1st floor laundry room & office, gas heat, nice deck, above ground pool, 2 car garage. 11-3497 $295,000 Call Nancy Answini 570-237-5999 JOSEPH P. GILROY REAL ESTATE 570-288-1444

Smith Hourigan Group 570-714-6119

MOUNTAIN TOP

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

VACANT LAND 333 OAKMONT LANE 1.15 acre, level lot, #254, on cul-de-sac, in Laurel Lakes. Underground electric, phone & cable. Ready for your new home in 2012! MLS# 11-4465 $39,900 Call Christine Kane 570-714-9231

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KINGSTON

806 Nandy Drive Unique 3 bedroom home perfect for entertaining! Living room with fireplace and skylights. Dining room with builtin china cabinets. Lower level family room with fireplace and wetbar. Private rear yard withinground pool and multiple decks. MLS#11-3064 Call Joe Moore 570-288-1401

Very comfortable 2 bedroom home in move in condition. Great sun room, large yard, 1 car garage. Deeded lake access. Reduced $119,000 Call Kathie MLS # 11-2899

15 EMERSON DRIVE GLENMAURA Beautiful brickfaced 4 bedroom Colonial. Spacious, open floor plan. Tile floors, fireplace, two car garage. MLS# 12-295 $350,000 Call Stacey Lauer 570-262-1158

MOSCOW 331 Gudz Road

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PITTSON

NEW PRICE 8 rooms, 4 bedrooms & bath, eat-in kitchen, formal dining room, new windows, gas heat. MLS # 11-4369 $74,500 Call Donna 570-613-9080

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PITTSTON 3 bedroom, 1 bath. Nice opportunity for a starter home or investment property. Needs work, but columns, moldings, and leaded glass windows are intact. MLS #12-133 $42,000 CALL CHRISTINE KUTZ 570-332-8832 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950 NANTICOKE

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

PRICED TO SELL Brick ranch with large living room, 3 bedrooms, sun room, deck, full basement, sheds and garage on 0.54 acres in Noxen. $135,000. Jeannie Brady ERA BRADY ASSOCIATES 570-836-3848

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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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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33 Valley View Drive 3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath, 2 car garage, new roof & hot water heater, above ground heated pool, finished basement. $210,000 Contact Melissa at 570-430-8263

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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 $82,000 Tom Salvaggio 570-262-7716

PITTSTON

459 Broad St. 3 bedroom 1 bath attractive home in great location, hardwood floors 100x144 lot asking $109,900 570.970.0650 jtdproperties.com

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PITTSTON TWP. REDUCED A lot of house for the money. Corner home with lots of space. 9 rooms, 2 1/2 baths, a bonus room of 42’ x 24’. This home is conveniently located near major highways, airport and shopping. Two car detached garage and nice yard. $75,500 MLS# 10-4350 Call Michael Nocera

SMITH HOURIGAN GROUP 570-696-5412

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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PLAINS 46-48 Helen St

SHAVERTOWN

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

PLAINS

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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1195 Sutton Road Attractive, wellmaintained saltbox on 2 private acres boasts fireplaces in living room, family room & master bedroom. Formal dining room. Large Florida room with skylights & wet bar. Oak kitchen opens to family room. 4 bedrooms & 3 1/2 baths. Finished lower level. Carriage barn PRICE REDUCED $425,000 MLS# 10-3394 Call Joe Moore 570-288-1401

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 $59,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

PLAINS

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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SHICKSHINNY SWOYERSVILLE 1128 Bethel Hill Rd

A dollhouse in historic Patterson Grove Campground with country charm. Many recent updates. Cute as can be. Patterson Grove on web www.patterson grove.com 11-4376 $27,000 Call Betty at Century 21 Smith Hourigan Group 570-287-1196 ext 3559 or 570-714-6127

“New Listing”! 3 bedrooms, 1 bath home on double lot. One car garage, two 3 season porches, security system & attic just insulated. MLS #12-31 $90,000. Call Christine Kutz 570-332-8832 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

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SWOYERSVILLE

4 Genoa Lane There is much attention to detail in this magnificent 2 story, 4 bedroom, 2 full bath all brick home on double corner lot. Large family room with brick fireplace, all oak kitchen with breakfast area, master suite, solid oak staircase to name a few. MLS #11-3268 $525,000 Jay A. Crossin Ext. 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-07770 SHAVERTOWN

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

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

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120 Barber St. Nice Ranch home, great neighborhood. MLS 11-3365 $109,000 Call David Krolikowski 570-288-0770 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 SWOYERSVILLE

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

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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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New construction: 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, large entry with cathedral ceiling, upstairs laundry. Oak kitchen cabinetry, granite counters & stainless steel whirlpool appliances. Open floor plan is great for entertaining. Upgrades include hardwood floors & gas fireplace. Two walk-in closets & master suite with private bath features cherry/ granite double vanity, jetted tub. Attached garage, full basement, a great location; minutes to I-81 & Turnpike off 315, 7.5 miles north of Mohegan Sun.

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PLAINS TOWNSHIP 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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2 bedroom, 2.5 bath. Luxury 1,950 sq ft end unit Townhome in sought after River Ridge. Gas heat, A/C, Hardwood & wall to wall. Marble tile master bath with jetted tub & separate shower. $189,500 Call 570-285-5119 PLAINS

74 Mack Street Modern 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 baths with a 1 car garage and fenced yard. Combination living room/ dinning room with hardwood floors. Modern kitchen with Corian counter tops and tiled backsplash. Modern tiled bath. First floor bonus family rooms. New carpeting throughout. Finished lower level with 1/2 bath. Shed included. MLS 11-4241 Reduced $109,900 Call Darren Snyder Marilyn K Snyder Real Estate 570-825-2468

PLYMOUTH

1 Willow St. Attractive bi-level on corner lot with private fenced in yard. 3-4 bedrooms and 1.5 baths. Finished lower level, office and laundry room MLS 11-2674 $99,900 Jay A. Crossin Ext. 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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71 George Ave. Nice house with lots of potential. Priced right. Great for handy young couple. Close to just about everything. Out of flood zone. MLS 12-195 $76,000 Call Roger Nenni EXT 32 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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Luxurious End Townhouse

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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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

611 Dennison St., High & Dry! Lovely three bedroom, two bath bi-level offers plenty of closet space, tiled kitchen & lower level floors, security system and very economical gas heat. Lower level has family room, laundry area and office or fourth bedroom. This home was NOT FLOODED! MLS#12-8 $144,500 Karen Bernardi 283-9100 x31

WANAMIE

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#11-3617 $249,900 Call Geri 570-696-0888

SWOYERSVILLE

Well maintained raised ranch in Midway Manor. Good size level yard with shed. Large sunroom/laundry addition. Lower level family room with wood stove. MLS #11-4178 $163,700 Call Christrine Kutz 570-332-8832 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

20 Maple Drive An immaculate 4 bedroom split level situated on a .37 acre manicured lot in a quiet neighborhood. Features include a Florida room with wet bar & breakfast area, spacious eat-in kitchen with sliders to deck/ patio, formal living room, dining room, family room, central a/c, & 2 car garage. Many amenities. Don't miss this one! MLS #11-1374 $ 229,900 Call Debra at 570-714-9251

SHAVERTOWN

It's that time again! Rent out your apartment with the Classifieds 570-829-7130 If you’re looking for country living with peace and quiet and beautiful mountain views, this is the home for you! Only minutes from town, featuring large eatin kitchen, formal dining room & living room, all with hardwood floors. There are three bedrooms and a laundry in addition to two full baths. Master bath skylight. Gas heat. Central Air. $300 lot rent/month and that includes water, sewer and garbage removal. MLS#10-4421 $65,000 EVERETT DAVIS 417-8733

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SWOYERSVILLE

OUT OF FLOOD ZONE Estate. Nice brick front ranch home on a corner lot. 1 car attached garage, circle driveway, central air. 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath with 2 showers, Full basement with brand new water proofing system that includes a warranty. Great location. MLS 11-2127 $108,500 Call/text for Details. Donna Cain 570-947-3824

SWOYERSVILLE

WAPWALLOPEN 359 Pond Hill Mountain Road

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 WEST HAZLETON

51-53 Milbre St Nice home. A tenant would help pay the mortgage or use as an investment property or convert to a single family. Great location, worth your consideration. Full attic, walk out basement by bilco doors. Bathrooms are on the first floor. MLS 12-298 $99,500 Call Betty at Century 21 Smith Hourigan Group 570-287-1196 ext 3559 or 570-714-6127

Meticulous twostory home with double lot and 2-car garage. Eat-in kitchen with laundry area; first floor tiled full bath, nicely carpeted living/dining rooms; three bedrooms on second floor, gas heat, recently roofed, great starter home for you. Move in and enjoy not paying rent. MLS#11-3400 REDUCED TO $99,000 Maribeth Jones 570-696-6565

SWOYERSVILLE

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 WEST PITTSTON

TRUCKSVILLE

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Recently remodeled single family home with 1st & 2nd floor baths, modern kitchen, large family room with hardwood floors. $70,000 MLS # 10-4618 Call Michael Nocera

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WEST WYOMING

313 Race St. This home needs someone to rebuild the former finished basement and 1st floor. Being sold as is. 2nd floor is move in ready. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-255 $39,900 Call Tom 570-262-7716

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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 $49,900 Call Tom 570-262-7716

WEST WYOMING

438 Tripp St

OPEN HOUSE Sunday 12pm-5pm

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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BEAUTIFUL BRICK , SLATE, MARBLE & WOOD HOUSE. MUST BE SEEN TO BE APPRECIATED . 2 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths. Great kitchen with new stainless steel appliances & custom cabinets with center island. Dining room with stone fireplace & marble floor. Hardwood floors in living room, which also has stone walls & eight arched windows. Hand carved wooden staircase leads to Master Bedroom Suite with large closet & large second bedroom & bath. Middle level with custom pool room. Lower level has 1/2 bath, bar & built in stone & glass hutches. Two new self-feed rice coal stoves keep heating bills to less than $400 a year! New roof with lifetime guarantee, privacy fence, and 12’ above ground pool with composite deck. New 2 story, 1 car garage, & a long driveway for plenty of parking. $199,000, firm. Showings will be held weekends for prequalified buyers only, please. Call 570-233-7235

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Why pay rent when you can own this 1/2 double? 3 bedrooms. Eat in kitchen. New roof installed 12/11. $49,900 MLS# 10-2780 Call Michael Nocera

906 Homes for Sale WILKES-BARRE

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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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. $49,900. 11-4455. CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

WILKES-BARRE

260 Brown Street Move right into this 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath in very good condition with modern kitchen and bathrooms and a 3 season sunroom off of the kitchen. MLS 11-4244 $64,900 Call Darren Snyder Marilyn K Snyder Real Estate 570-825-2468 WILKES-BARRE

SHAVERTOWN

PLYMOUTH

41 Bank Street Very nice 3 bedroom, 1 bath home situated on a large lot on a quiet street with off street parking. Move-in condition. Don't miss this one! MLS #11-4055 REDUCED! $64,500 Call Debra at 570-714-9251

906 Homes for Sale

WEST PITTSTON NEW PRICE $196,500

SWOYERSVILLE

Call Colleen 570-237-0415

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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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* 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

60 Watkins St Home features 4 bedrooms, a master bedroom on 1st floor with large walk in closet, ceiling fans, screened porch, sunroom and workshop. New 200 amp service, interior paint & laundry area in basement. MLS#12-128 $105,000 Call Al Clemonts 570-371-9381

Smith Hourigan Group 570-714-6119

Well maintained 3 bedroom, 2 bath double wide in nice neighborhood. Many updates. Landscaped & fenced yard with pool, large deck & koi pond! $99,700 MLS#11-2253 Call Christine Kutz 570-332-8832 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

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WEST WYOMING

WEST WYOMING

550 Johnson St. Nicely landscaped corner lot surrounds this brick front Colonial in desirable neighborhood. This home features a spacious eat in kitchen, 4 bedrooms, 4 baths including Master bedroom with master bath. 1st floor laundry and finished lower level. Enjoy entertaining under the covered patio with hot tub, rear deck for BBQ’s and an above ground pool. Economical gas heat only $1224 per yr. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-157 $254,860 Call Michele Reap 570-905-2336

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220 Linden St. Large 2 story home with 3 bedrooms, 1 3/4 baths. Detached garage, inground pool. Home needs work on the first floor, 2nd is in very good condition. Kitchen cabinets ready to be reinstalled. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 12-78 $69,900 Call Tom 570-262-7716

SMITH HOURIGAN GROUP 570-696-5412

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WHY PAY RENT? Nice half double with eat in kitchen, nice yard, shed and off street parking. $49,900 MLS # 11-1910 Call Michael Nocera

SMITH HOURIGAN GROUP 570-696-5412

WHITE HAVEN

28 S. Woodhaven Dr Beautiful 4 bedroom home. Peaceful surroundings. Lake view. 11-1253. $179,000 Darcy J. Gollhardt, Realtor 570-262-0226 CLASSIC PROPERTIES 570-718-4959 Ext. 1352 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

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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 WILKES-BARRE 74 Frederick St

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

Just on the market this 2 story offers a modern kitchen, formal dining room, 1st floor laundry plus 2/3 bedrooms On 2nd floor. Affordably priced at $ 27,900.00 MLS 12-50 Ann Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

570-288-6654

WILKES-BARRE

Large, stately brick home in Historic District. Large eat-in kitchen, dining room 2 fireplaces, 5 full baths & 2 half baths. Huge master with office. Large 3rd floor bedroom. 2 story attic. Custom woodwork & hardwood floors. Leaded glass, large closets with built-ins. Needs some updates. With large income apt. with separate entrance. Call for appointment. ASKING $300,000 Call 570-706-5917


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WE BUY HOMES 570-956-2385 Any Situation

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

Nice home located on a quiet street. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath well kept & ready for new owner. MLS 12-73. $55,000. Call/text for Details. Donna Cain 570-947-3824

WILKES-BARRE

Nice home, great price. 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, wood floors, off street parking, Approx 1312sq ft. Currently rented out for $550 monthly, no lease. Keep it as an investment or make this your new home. MLS 11-3207 $46,000 Call/text for Details. Donna Cain 570-947-3824

WILKES-BARRE

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

Income & Commercial Properties

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WILKES-BARRE

WILKES-BARRE

Nice 3 bedroom, 1 bath home, with 3 season porch and detached 1 car garage. Good starter home in well established neighborhood. Family owned for many years. MLS#11-4464 $65,000 CALL CHRISTINE KUTZ 570-332-8832 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

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Come take a look at this value. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath. Sit back & relax on the rear deck of your new home. MLS 1275. $42,500. Call/ text for Details. Donna Cain 570-947-3824

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

SMITH HOURIGAN GROUP 570-696-5412

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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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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 EDWARDSVILLE

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, off-street 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

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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LAFLIN

Cozy (2) unit home with parking for (3) vehicles. Enclosed rear fenced-in yard, shed, washer & dryer, refrigerator included. Nice clean units! Home can be converted back to a single family home. MLS#11-4047 $49,900 Louise Laine 570-283-9100 x20

89-91 Hillside St. Out of the flood plain, this double has potential. Newer roof and some windows have been replaced. Property includes a large extra lot. MLS 11-3463 $87,000 Call Roger Nenni Ext. 32 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 5770-288-0770 EDWARDSVILLE

1702 W. Eighth St. 1 story Ranch with 100x200 lot, paved driveway, new energy star replacement windows. Excellent starter home. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 11-2912 NEW PRICE $84, 500 Fred Mecadon 570-817-5792

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

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WYOMING 40 Fifth st

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

1012 Wyoming Ave. SUPER LOCATION Needs work. Priced to sell. Great for your small business or offices. Very high traffic count. Property is being sold IN AS IS CONDITION. Inspections for buyers information only. Property needs rehab. MLS 11-4267 $84,900 Roger Nenni 570-288-0770 Ext. 32 Crossin Real Estate 570-288-0770

JENKINS TWP.

YATESVILLE PRICE REDUCED Want to live in the city? Look at this home! Well kept and clean two-story in this desirable Wilkes Barre neighborhood. Hardwood flooring, great size, eat-in oak kitchen with all appliances & first floor laundry. Open floor plan on first floor with living/ dining area. Modern baths & three large bedrooms. Plus bonus twin bunk beds built-in. Well insulated-gas heat, fenced yard, offstreet parking. MLS#11-2659 REDUCED TO $79,000 Maribeth Jones 570-696-6565

Income & Commercial Properties

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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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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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

379-381 Sixth St. Perfect first home for you with one side paying most of your mortgage. Would also make a nice investment with all separate utilities and nice rents. Large fenced yard, priced to sell. Don’t wait too long. Call today to schedule a tour. MLS 11-1453 REDUCED!! $84,900 Mark R. Mason 570-331-0982 CROSS REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

912 Lots & Acreage 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

584 Wyoming Ave.

M OTIVA OTIVATED S ELLER !

EDWARDSVILLE

FORTY FORT

Well maintained 2 story home with a finished lower level and a gas fireplace. New carpets and a walk-up attic, great for storage. $65,000 MLS# 11-4529 Call Michael Nocera

KINGSTON

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KINGSTON

WILKES-BARRE South

3 bedroom, 2 story, with brick & stucco siding. Beautiful hardwood floors. Semi-modern kitchen. Finished basement with fireplace. Covered back porch. Priced to sell. $79,900. MLS 11-2987 Besecker Realty 570-675-3611

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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

LAFLIN

406-408 Front St. 4,400 SF commercial building with storefront and living space on the 2nd floor. This building can be used for commercial applications or convert it into a double block. Property being sold “AS IS”. MLS 11-4271 $40,000 John Polifka 570-704-6846 Five Mountains Realty 570-542-2141

PITTSTON

166 Vine St. Nice three family home in good location, fully occupied. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-220 $49,900 Call Tom 570-262-7716

PITTSTON

NANTICOKE

414 Front St. Move right into this modern office building featuring 4 offices, receptionist office, large conference room, modern kitchen, storage room, full basement, central air, handicap access. 2 car garage and 5 additional off street parking spaces. This property is also available for lease. Lease price is $675/mo + $675 security deposit. Tenant pays all utilities. Sells for $89,900 Call John Polifka 570-704-6846 5 Mountains Realty 42 N. Main St. Shickshinny, PA 570-542-2141

Rear 49 James St. Two 2 bedroom apartments, fully rented with separate utilities on a quiet street. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-219 $39,900 Call Tom 570-262-7716

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

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

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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

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 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

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ASHLEY

Available Now 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

ASHLEY

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

ASHLEY

We Care about the place you call home, & we want you to care about it too!! 2 & 3 bedrooms, reserved parking. Short block to bus stop. $650 & 725 rent includes heat/ water/sewer & trash. Application, references, background check, smoke free, pet free, lease + security. Call Terry 570-824-1022

BACK MOUNTAIN

2 bedroom, first floor, large modern eat in kitchen with appliances, bath, carpeting, ample parking, $495.

570-696-1866

DALLAS Modern 1st floor,

1 bedroom with all appliances. Off street parking. No pets. $550 per month + utilities. 570-639-1462

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DUMORE

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

$275,000-$595,000 (570) 474-5574

SHAVERTOWN LAND

Harford Ave. 4 buildable residential lots for sale individually or take all 4! Buyer to confirm water and sewer with zoning officer. Directions: R. on E. Franklin, R. on Lawn to L. on Harford. $22,500 per lot Mark Mason 570-331-0982 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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ASHLEY

BEAR CREEK

38 Wedgewood Dr. Laurelbrook Estates Lot featuring 3.22 acres with great privacy on cul-desac. Has been perc tested and has underground utilities. 4 miles to PA Turnpike entrance. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-114 $64,900 Call Tom 570-262-7716

Apartments/ Unfurnished

ASHLEY PARK Double wide home. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. 3 season deck & carport, new appliances, many upgrades, near Rts 81, 309 & Hanover Industrial Park $54,500. Serious Calls Only. (570) 826-0887

PITTSTON TWP. 95 Redman

2 bedroom. Vinyl siding, shingled roof. Clean. NEEDS NO WORK. Minutes from I81 & Turnpike. Excellent Condition. $19,900. 570-851-6128 or 610-767-9456

DUPONT

Totally renovated 6 room apartment with balcony. Partially furnished. Brand new fridge / electric range & electric washer/ dryer. along with new custom draperies, Roman shades, carpeting / flooring & energy efficient windows. 2 bedroom + large attic loft bedroom, 1.5 bath, partially finished basement. Lots of closet space. Easy access to I-81, airport & casino, off street parking. No smoking. $750 + utilities & security. Call 570-762-8265

DURYEA bedroom apart-

1 ment + den in converted school. 10 ft. ceilings, open plan Living Room, Dining area & modern Kitchen, all appliances, mini-blinds, neutral colors, hardwood floors, laundry, off-street parking. $675. Call 570-451-1982

EDWARDSVILLE

2 bedroom with basement for storage. Private entrance with rear yard. All new appliances included. Washer/dryer, sewer included. Pets considered. $425/ month + 1 month security. Call 570-606-7884 between 9am & 9pm or Call 570-256-7837 before 9am & after 9pm

EXETER

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

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WILKES-BARRE

LAFLIN Lot#9 Pinewood Dr

LivingInQuailHill.com New Homes From

PITTSTON 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

1255 Laurel Run Rd. Bear Creek Twp., large commercial garage/warehouse on 1.214 acres with additional 2 acre parcel. 2 water wells. 2 newer underground fuel tanks. May require zoning approval. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-208 $179,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

JACKSON TWP 1 acre with well, septic and driveway in place. Asking $42,000. Make reasonable offer. DEREMER REALTY 570-477-1149

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2 bedroom, modern kitchen and bath, Includes OSP stove, fridge, heat, water, sewer. No Pets. $650. 570-693-1294

COURTDALE

175’x130’ sloping lot with some trees. Public sewer, water, gas. $9,500. To settle Estate. 570-2875775 or 332-1048

DALLAS

$135,000 SPECTACULAR WATER VIEW! 2 acres overlooking Huntsville Reservoir. Building site cleared but much of woodlands preserved. Perc & site prep done. MLS # 11-2550. Call Christine Kutz 570-332-8832 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

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Apartments/ Furnished

WILKES-BARRE

FULLY FURNISHED 1 BEDROOM APARTMENT

Short or long term Excellent Neighborhood Private Tenant Parking $600 includes all utilities. No pets. 570-822-9697

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Apartments/ Unfurnished

ASHLEY

74 W. Hartford St 2 bedroom. 2nd floor. Fridge, stove, washer/dryer included. Wall to wall carpet. No pets. Security, application fee + utilities. $550/month. 570-479-2559

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 & bath, new flooring, optional garage. Washer/dryer included $ 6 8 5 / m o n t h . Call after 6 p.m. 570-220-6533

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Apartments/ Unfurnished

FORTY FORT

Available March 1 2nd floor, spacious, well maintained, 2 bedroom, 2 bath, in convenient nice neighborhood. Large living/dining area, large eat in kitchen with w/d hookup. Front porch, screened back porch. Great closet/storage space,w/w carpeting, central air, off street parking. $900/month plus utilities. Call 570510-4778 from 9am-5pm for an appointment.

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FORTY FORT WYOMING AVE AMERICA REALTY OFFERING: Clean, modern, efficient, first floor, appliances, laundry, parking. STAFFED PROFESSIONAL MANAGEMENT

NO PETS/ S M O K I N G $465 + UTILITIES/2 YEARS.

288-1422

HANOVER TWP.

TOWNHOUSE 2 bedrooms, cherry hardwood floors, stainless appliances, European tile kitchen & bath. Parking, A/C, cathedral ceilings, fireplace, balcony $790/month. Call 570-650-0278

HUDSON

2 bedrooms, 1 bath, refrigerator & stove, washer/dryer hookup, full basement, no pets. $625/month, water & sewer paid, security. 570-829-5378

JENKINS TWP.

3rd floor, 1 bedroom. All utilities included. Refrigerator & stove. No pets. Available now. $600 month. Call 570-362-0942

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

KINGSTON 1st floor. Large 2

bedroom. Remodeled. Stove refrigerator. Washer/ dryer hookup. $675 Heat included. Call 570-814-0843 or 570-696-3090

KINGSTON

2nd floor, 1 bedroom, wall to wall, refrigerator & stove, heat & hot water. Off-street parking. No pets. No smoking. $550/month, + security & references . 570-288-3119

KINGSTON 705 Nandy Drive

Modern, clean 2 bedroom, all appliances, central air, & off-street parking, No pets / NonSmoking $660/ month + utilities 570-696-3915

KINGSTON

Awsome 2 bedroom apartments! New appliances, washer/dryer on site, garage parking, no pets. 2nd floor $925 & 1st floor $1,075. Heat, water, & sewer included. Call 570-417-2049

KINGSTON

BUTLER ST. 3 bedrooms, pantry w/eat in kitchen. All appliances. 2.5 baths, separate tub showers. No pets or smoking. $1500/mo plus security & utilities. Call 570-288-4203

KINGSTON

E. WALNUT ST.

Light, bright, 3rd floor, 2 bedrooms, carpeted, security system. Garage. Extra storage & cable TV included. Laundry facilities. Heat & hot water furnished. Fine neighborhood. Convenient to bus & stores. No pets. References. Security. Lease. No smokers please. $715. 570-287-0900

KINGSTON

Newly remodeled, 3 bedroom 1/2 double with carpet, paint, 1.5 bath, washer/ dryer hook up, gas heat, $700 + utilities. Call 570-814-0843 or 570-696-3090

KINGSTON

SPACIOUS 1/2 DOUBLES 3 bedrooms, back yard. Separate utilities. No pets. Background & security. $750/month. 570-242-8380

KINGSTON Spacious 3rd floor,

2 bedrooms, porch, off street parking. Heat & water included. New fridge & stove. Pet Friendly. $550 + security. Call 570-287-5282

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LARKSVILLE

3 bedroom, 1 bath. $725, with discount. All new hardwood floors and tile. New cabinets/bathroom. Dishwasher, garbage disposal. Washer/dryer hook-up. Off street parking. Facebook us at BOVO Rentals 570-328-9984

MCADOO

Newly constructed 1 & 2 bedroom 2nd floor apartments. Modern kitchen: stainless steel appliances, granite countertops. Private laundry. Off street parking. No pets. Includes heat, water, garbage & sewer. References & security deposit required. $850 Call (570) 929-2843 for appointment

MOOSIC

4 rooms. 2nd floor. Heat, water & sewer included. $695 + security & references. Call 570-457-7854

MOUNTAIN TOP

1 Bedroom apartments 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.

MOUNTAIN TOP

1 bedroom with full kitchen. Remodeled recently, first floor, ample parking. Hot water, sewer & garbage included. On Rt 309 - close to all amenities! No pets. Non smoking. $560/month + security & references. 570-239-3827

NANTICOKE

2nd floor, 1 bedroom, washer/dryer hookup, off street parking. No pets. $470/month, heat, water, & hot water incl. 570-855-3958 leave message.

NANTICOKE

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

NANTICOKE

East State Street 1 & 2 bedroom apartments. Modern kitchen & bathrooms. All appliances. Ample storage. Some utilities included. $475 & $585 per month. Call (570) 239-2741

NANTICOKE

Nice 2 bedroom apartment. 221 Pine St. $520/month, sewer & garbage included, security deposit required. Call 610-393-7884

NANTICOKE

Ready Immediately! Spacious 2nd floor non smoking, 2 bedroom. W/w carpeting, all appliances incl. w/d. Electric heat. Tons of storage, off street parking. Yard and porch. $480/mo, 1 month security, references. Water and sewage incl. tenant pays other utilities 570-650-3358

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

3 room, wall to wall carpet, appliances washer/dryer hookup, includes all utilities except electric. No pets $500/month + security Call 570-655-1606

PITTSTON

South Main Street 5 rooms, 2nd floor, includes heat, stove & refrigerator, washer/dryer hookup, sewer, front & back porches, fenced yard & private parking. Lawn maintained. No Pets. $675/month 570-654-2257 PLAINS 1st floor. Modern 2 bedroom. Kitchen with appliances. All new carpet. Convenient location. No smoking. No pets. $550 + utilities. 570-714-9234

PLYMOUTH

2nd floor, 2 bedrooms, washer/dryer hookup, with stove & refrigerator. No pets. References required. $500/month + security + heat & lights. 570-779-4903


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SHAVERTOWN 2 bedroom, private

setting with pond. 1.5 baths. Ultra modern kitchen with appliances, dishwasher & microwave included. Plenty of closet & storage. Washer/dryer hook up. Private drive. $1,100/month. Water, sewer & garbage included. Security deposit required. Call 570-760-2362

SWOYERSVILLE

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

WEST PITTSTON

2 bedroom luxury apartment. Living room, kitchen. Central Air. Off Street parking. All appliances included. 570-430-3095

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WEST WYOMING 429 West 8th Street

New 2 bedroom with off street parking, private patio, washer/dryer, stove included. No pets. $575/mos + security Sewer & garbage included other utilities by tenant. 570-760-0458

WILKES-BARRE

Mayflower Crossing Apartments 570.822.3968 2, 3 & 4 Bedrooms - Light & bright open floor plans - All major appliances included - Pets welcome* - Close to everything - 24 hour emergency maintenance - Short term leases available

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2 bedroom. 2nd floor. $500 plus utilities 570-299-5471

WEST PITTSTON

2nd floor, 1 bedroom kitchen, living room, bath, and attic storage. Refrigerator and stove provided. Heat, water, and sewer included. Quiet neighborhood, out of flood zone. No pets. $540/month lease, 1st., security deposit, and references required. 570-466-1545

WEST PITTSTON HIGH AND DRY

Spacious 1 bedroom apartment, 2nd floor. Recently renovated. Sewer & appliances included. Off street parking. Security. No pets. $500/month + utilities & gas heat. 570-586-0417 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

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WILKES-BARRE / KINGSTON Efficiency 1 & 2

bedrooms. Includes all utilities, parking, laundry. No pets. From $390 to $675. Lease, security & references. 570-970-0847

WILKES-BARRE /SOUTH 1st floor, 1 bedroom,

refrigerator & stove provided, washer/ dryer hookup, offstreet parking. Heat included. $525/ month, + security. Call 570-718-0331

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WILKES-BARRE 460 Scott Street

2 units. Fridge & stove included. Washer/dryer hook up. Off street parking. No pets. Security, application fee + utilities. 1 bedroom 1st floor, $450. 1 bedroom 3rd floor, $400. 570-479-2559

WILKES-BARRE spotless living

A room, dining room, kitchen, 2 bedroom, bath, yard, basement, off street parking. Irving Place. $430 + utilities. 570-266-5336

WILKES-BARRE APARTMENTS FOR RENT!

425 S. FRANKLIN ST. For lease. Available immediately, washer/dryer on premises, no pets. We have studio & 1 bedroom apts. On site parking. Fridge & stove provided. 24/7 security camera presence and all doors electronically locked. Studio $450. 1 bedroom $550. 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

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BOWMAN STREET 2 bedrooms $725 Month per month. All utilities included Call Ken @ 570-706-6145 to schedule a viewing.

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duplex. Stove, hookups, parking, yard. No pets/no smoking $475 + utilities. Call 570-868-4444

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1.5 bedroom, 1 bath, refrigerator & stove provided, no pets, . Heat & water paid. $560/month + security deposit. Call 570-829-1598

WILKES-BARRE

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

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Kingston “A Place To Call Home� Spacious 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Apts 3 Bedroom Townhomes Gas heat included

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LAFAYETTE GARDENS ! S 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

Modern, 1st floor apartment. 2 bedroom, 1.5 baths, offstreet parking. No pets, no smokers. Security & credit/ background check required. $550/ month + utilities. 570-881-4078

WILKES-BARRE NORTH 813 N Washington

Street 2nd floor. 1 bedroom, wall to wall carpet, new paint & flooring, eat in kitchen with appliances, laundry facilities, enclosed porch. Heat, hot water and cable included. $520 + electric & security. No pets. Call 570-814-1356

WILKES-BARRE PARSONS

2nd floor, 3 rooms + laundry room. No pets. $380 + utilities. 570-824-1082 WILKES-BARRE Short Term OK! Studio near Wilkes. Furniture available. Lease till June or August. $450. All utilities included. 570-826-1934

WILKES-BARRE SOUTH 1 bedroom, 1 1/2

bath, laundry room. $800. All appliances & utilities except electric included. 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

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Available February 2 bedroom, 2nd floor. New paint & carpet, enclosed porch. Heat, hot water, sewer & garbage included. $625 + security. Section 8 Welcome. 570-589-9767

WILKES-BARRE

TWO BEDROOM UNIT For lease, available immediately, 1 bathroom, refrigerator & stove provided, washer/dryer hookup, 2nd floor. $500 per month + utilities, references, security & background check 570-735-4074 Leave message WILKES-BARRE Š1 bedroom water included Š2 bedroom water included Š2 bedroom single family Š6 bedroom large half double HANOVER Š2 bedroom NANTICOKE Š2 bedroom large, water included PITTSTON ŠLarge 1 bedroom water included KINGSTON Š3 Bedroom Half Double LUZERNE Š2 bedroom water included OLD FORGE Š2 bedroom water included McDermott & McDermott Real Estate Inc. Property Management 570-821-1650 (direct line) Mon-Fri. 8-7pm Sat. 8-noon

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24hr on-site Gym Community Room Swimming Pool Maintenance FREE Controlled Access Patio/Balcony and much more... Call Today for Move In Specials. 570-288-9019

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WILKES-BARRE/NORTH Quiet neighborhood.

Apartment near Mohegan Sun, Mall & Arena. 1 bedroom, living room, kitchen & bath. Recently remodeled. New Stove, washer, dryer & fridge. included. Heat, hot water, sewer & recycling fees included. Off street parking. $600 /mo. + security. References, credit & background checks required. Call 570-861-2264

WYOMING

1 bedroom 2nd floor at $675/month. Off street parking. Non smoking. No pets. Bonus walk up attic with tons of storage. Heat, water, garbage, sewer included. 1 month security, credit check & references. 1 year lease. Please call Donna 570-613-9080

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bished, 2nd floor, 2 bedrooms, refrigerator & stove, no pets. $600/month, 1 month security. Heat & hot water included. 570-693-2254 or 570-262-3003

WYOMING Large 2 bedroom,

1st floor, lease, security, section 8 accepted. Handicap accessible, $695 + electric. All other utilities included. 570-687-6216 or 570-954-0727

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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Center City WB

FREE HIGH SPEED INTERNET! Why pay extra for

internet? Our new leases include a FREE high speed connection! Affordable modern office space at the Luzerne Bank Building on Public Square. Rents include internet, heat, central air, utilities, trash removal, and nightly cleaning all without a sneaky CAM charge. Parking available at the intermodal garage via our covered bridge. 300SF to 5000SF available. We can remodel to suit. Brokers protected. Call Jeff Pyros at 570-822-8577

DOLPHIN PLAZA

Rte. 315 3800 SF, will divide Office / Retail Call 570-829-1206

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OFFICE/ STOREFRONT 1079 WYOMING AVE.,

available immediately, utilities provided. $300/month with security deposit. Call 570-693-2804 for an appointment

LUZERNE

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OFFICE SPACE PLAINS

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PLAINS

1 1/2 car garage. $125 month 570-714-9234

WEST PITTSTON

Total space 30,000 sf. Build to suit. Perfect for Doctors suite, day care, etc. High visibility. Lots of parking. Rent starting $10/sf. MLS 11-4200 Call Nancy or Holly JOSEPH P. GILROY REAL ESTATE 570-288-1444

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

PITTSTON

Main St. 1350 sq. ft. building. Formerly an appliance store. $750/mo. 570-654-1243

PLAINS

AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY 1,500 SQ.FT. 1350 River Road Excellent location for small business or office. Will remodel to suit tenant. Call 570-760-3714 or 570-237-5664

RETAIL BUILDING

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

315 PLAZA 1750 sf former Physician Office. 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

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

4 locking garages/ storage units for rent. 9’x11’. $55/ month. No electric. Call 570-357-1138

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ALDEN / NANTICOKE 3 Bedrooms. Gas

Heat. Hookups. Parking. Large yard. No Pets. $519 + utilities Security $300 570-824-8786

ASHLEY 2 bedroom apart-

ment, Carey’s Patch, completely remodeled. Appliances included with washer & dryer. Full yard & off street parking. No smoking. $650. Call Will at 570-417-5186

EXETER

Recently remodeled 4-5 bedroom half double with large rooms. Off street parking. Yard. $800 + utilities. Call 570-299-7103 FORTY FORT 3 bedroom, excellent condition, great location. Off street parking. Storage basement. Washer/ dryer included. $650 + utilities. By application. 570-954-0505

HANOVER TWP.

221 Boland Ave 1 bedroom. $325+utilities Call Mark at (570) 899-2835 (917) 345-9060

HANOVER TWP.

$650/month, 2 bedroom, 1 bath, living dining room & eat in kitchen. Appliances, washer/dryer hook up. Off street parking. Water, sewer & recyclables included. Security, references & credit check. No pets. 570-824-3223

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. $675/month, plus utilities, & 2 months security. Application & references. Call 570-639-4907

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LARKSVILLE

3 bedrooms, all appliances, gas heat. Includes sewer & garbage. Offstreet parking, no pets. $625/month + utilities, 1st, last & security. NO SECTION 8 570-762-7650

MINERS MILLS

Section W-B. 3 bedroom, 1 bath. No pets. $215 per week (all utilities included) References, Lease & Security deposit (570) 881-7864

PLAINS

WILKES-BARRE

RETAIL LEASE Available

Immediately. High traffic volume & great visibility on Wilkes-Barre Blvd. 1900 sq. ft., in Wilkes Plaza, with plenty of parking. $2,000 / monthly. Call Terry Eckert LEWITH & FREEMAN 570-760-6007 Wilkes-Barre/ Plains Twp.

WAREHOUSE

NEW LUXURY DUPLEX This beautiful, completely renovated 2 bedroom luxury apartment could be yours! All new high end amenities include: hardwood floors, gorgeous maple kitchen cabinets with granite countertops & stainless steel appliances. Spacious great room with gas fireplace. Stacked washer/dryer. All new tile bath. Large screened-in porch. Many large, convenient closets. Central A/C. New gas heating system. Huge attic for storage. “Must See!� $850 + utilities, lease & security. NO PETS. Call for appointment. 570-793-6294

OFFICE OR STORE

Laird St. Complex, Will divide for multiple tenants. Reasonable rates. Easy Interstate access. Lease 132,500 sq.ft., 12 loading docks, 30 ft ceilings, sprinkler, acres of parking. Offices Available 570-655-9732 ext. 312

by General Hospital 3 bedroom. All renovated. 1,200 sf. Parking space. $730/month + utilities, negotiable. Call Agnes 347-495-4566 570-793-9449

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.

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

3 bedrooms, 1 bath, stove provided, washer/dryer hookup, off-street parking, $575/ month, plus utilities. Section 8 OK Call 610-393-7884

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A spotless 4 bedroom, 1 ½ bath cape on Dawes Ave; Fenced yard, basement, Off-street parking. $685 + utilities. Call 570-266-5336

LARKSVILLE

Spacious. Newly remodeled. 1300 sf. 3 bedroom. Off street parking. Stove, refrigerator, washer/dryer. No pets. $650/month + utilities & security 570-474-9248

2 bedroom, living room, kitchen and bath. Great view! Section 8 welcome. Utilities by tenant $650/mo plus security Call 570-814-8299 0r 570-779-0918

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NANTICOKE Desirable

half double. 1,400 sf. $695 + utilities. Pets considered. No CEO. Section 8 welcome. 570-899-8173

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with eat in kitchen & walk up attic. Walking distance to school & parks. $700/month + utilities & 1 month security. (570) 793-9449

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

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4 bedroom. 1.5 bath. 2 car garage. Beautiful wooded 2 acre lot. Fenced back yard. Full basement. Attic for storage. Washer, dryer, fridge & freezer. Large deck. $1,200/month + utilities (water & garbage paid). No cats. References & credit check required. 570-262-0571 John

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3 bedroom townhouse, behind VA Hospital. All new everything. Kitchen appliances, parking. $850 + utilities. Call Joe 570-592-1606

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KINGSTON HOUSE Nice, clean furnished room, starting at $340. Efficiency at $450 month furnished with all utilities included. Off street parking. 570-718-0331

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WYOMING Newly remodeled 3

bedrooms, refrigerator & stove provided, no pets, w/w carpeting, $800/ month, plus utilities, & $1,000 security deposit. Call 570-693-2804

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FLORIDA

202 East Union St., Very spacious single family home for rent. 3/4 bedrooms, kitchen with breakfast room, dining room, living room, 3-season porch. Range, refrigerator, dishwasher, washer & dryer provided. Note: there is no yard and garage is for owner’s use only. No pets of any kind. No smoking. Applicant to provide proof of income and is responsible for cost of credit check. MLS#12-357 $600 per month plus security deposit. Tenant is responsible for all utilities except sewer. Mary Ellen Belchick 696-6566 Walter Belchick 696-2600 ext. 301

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

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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. $1,000 per month + utilities. MLS#11-4063. Call Kevin Smith 570-696-5422

Beautiful ranch home with attached garage. 3 bedroom 1.5 baths All new tile, hardwood floors, granite counters, paint & carpets. Closest house rental to new that you will find. We handle all property maintenance. No Pets. $1,100 per month. Utilities Not Included Call 570-237-0425 PLAINS Miners Mills ½ double with 3 bedrooms, & 1 bath. Security deposit required. No pets. Utilities by tenant. $600/month Call Dave Gula 570-696-5435

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4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, enclosed front porch. Stove, washer / dryer hook-up, offstreet parking, positively no pets. $1,000/per month, + utilities, & 1 month security, + 1/2 month fuel security. References & credit check required. 2.5 miles from I-81. (570) 868-3633 after 2:00 p.m.

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SAND SPRINGS Golf Community Luxurious 1900 sq. feet Townhouse. Modern kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, 1 stall garage. 3 minutes to interstates 81 & 80. $1400 + utilities. Call 570-582-4575

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 WEST PITTSTON

HARVEYS LAKE

3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, large living room, dining room family room, kitchen with appliances, washer / dryer hookup. New w/w carpet & freshly painted. Large yard & screened porch. Water, sewer, garbage & snow plowing included. No pets. Non smoking. Security deposit, references & credit check required. $1,100/per month + utilities. 570-709-6678

HUDSON/PLAINS

Single 2 bedroom. Gas Heat. $675/ month + utilities. Section 8 accepted. 570-825-5451

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Single 2 bedroom. Gas Heat. $675/ month + utilities. Section 8 accepted. 570-825-5451

2 bed, 2 bath ranch with new kitchen & beautiful river view. Appliances included $1,200/mos + utilities. MLS# 11-4275 570-696-3801 Call Margy 570-696-0891

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Large 1 family house, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, large living & dining rooms, extra room, eat-in-kitchen, finished attic. Backyard & driveway. Washer/ dryer hookup. $750/ month + utilities, 1 month security. Call 609-356-8416

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Two 3 Bedrooms $675-$625 One 2 bedroom $585. Plus all utilities References & security. No pets. 570-766-1881

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Carpet Cleaning

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Chimney Service

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CHIMNEY REPAIRS Parging. Stucco.

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1057Construction & Building

GARAGE DOOR Sales, service,

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1078

Dry Wall

MIKE SCIBEK DRYWALL

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1078

Dry Wall

1135

MIRRA

Hauling & Trucking

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(570) 675-3378 1084

Electrical

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1132

Handyman Services

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RUSSELL’S

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1135

Hauling & Trucking

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570-826-1883

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1156

Insurance

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1162 Landscaping/ Garden TREE REMOVAL Stump grinding, Hazard tree removal, Grading, Drainage, Lot clearing, Snow plowing, Stone/Soil delivery. Insured. Reasonable Rates 570-574-1862

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1189 Miscellaneous Service

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Movers

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1204

Painting & Wallpaper

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Prices starting at $100/room. 570-762-6889

M. PARALIS PAINTING

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1228

Plumbing & Heating

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1252

Roofing & Siding

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J.R.V. ROOFING

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1276

Snow Removal

SNOW

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1297

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