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DOUBLE BILLING FLAP

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2012

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Attorney blames error for many costs she submitted to county over representing parents

Lawyer Stevens could face state action “Our main goal is to make sure that if there was any action taken to defraud the county, this individual does not perform any work for the county and that we get our money back.”

By TERRIE MORGAN-BESECKER tmorgan@timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE – A Kingston attorney who admitted she double billed Luzerne County is virtually certain to come under investigation by the state Supreme Court’s disciplinary board based on information uncovered by a Times Leader investigation, an attorney whospecializesinlegalethicssaid. Attorney Sam Stretton of West Chester said Angela Stevens’ admission that she had made errors in some invoices would not prevent the board from taking action, “though it might mitigate any pun-

Vito DeLuca County solicitor

ishment imposed should she be found to have violated the rules of professional conduct.” Stevens also could potentially face criminal prosecution if it’s determined the overbilling was in-

vens’ billing practices involving a county fund that paid attorneys who represented indigent parents in Children and Youth cases. In the interim, county Solicitor Vito DeLuca said he will recommend the county discontinue utilizing Stevens in court-appointed cases until a full review is concluded. “Our main goal is to make sure thatiftherewasanyactiontakento defraud the county, this individual does not perform any work for the county and that we get our money

tentional, Stretton said. Luzerne County District Attorney Stefanie Salavantis on Friday said she is going to wait for the results of a forensic audit before deciding whether to investigate Ste- See BILLING, Page 12A

Griffith eyes in-depth audit of attorney’s time on cases

ticed things that raised additional concerns regarding the accuracy of the bills. WILKES-BARRE – Luzerne He was particularly concerned County Controller Walter Grifby invoices approved by a Dec. fith said a forensic audit of attorney Angela Stevens’ invoices 14 court order, which he said totaled more than $14,000 for will look beyond double billing issues and scrutinize the amount work that was performed in October. of time she spent on cases. Many of those invoices for Griffith said he conducted a preliminary review of the some of the invoices Friday and noSee STEVENS, Page 12A By TERRIE MORGAN-BESECKER tmorgan@timesleader.com

Raup hits Leighton no-show at forum

W-B firm on fees for demolition

A city official says key personnel did attend the presentation on gangs.

Wilkes-Barre’s refusal to overlook estimated $50,000 in fees holding up agreement to demolish structure.

By BILL O’BOYLE boboyle@timesleader.com

By JENNIFER LEARN-ANDES jandes@timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE – City Crime Watch coordinator Charlotte Raup said Friday that gang-like activity in the city is on the rise and the mayor and police chief should have attended Thursday’s forum on the subject. Raup said and Raup said she more has seen kids more young people are wearing gang getting incolors when volved in she and other gang-like activity and the Crime Watch sooner the members problem is conduct their addressed, the better. nightly paRaup said trols. Thursday’s program at King’s College revealed a lot. She said it’s unfortunate Mayor Tom Leighton and Police Chief Gerard Dessoye weren’t there. “Absolutely they should have attended,” Raup said. “We see the kids wearing the colors and getting involved in small groups, which meets the definition of gangs. It’s happening and we better be taking it seriously.” Raup said she has seen kids wearing gang colors when she

WILKES-BARRE – Mayor Tom Leighton defended the city’s refusal to waive an estimated $50,000 in permit fees to demolish the Hotel Sterling. The fee waiver is one of the holdups finalizing a demolition agreement between the city, Luzerne County and the nonprofit CityVest, which owns the “Ninetylandmark structure at the corner of River and Mar- nine perket streets. cent of Luzerne County won’t start the complicated potential demolition design until developers that agreement is finalor invesized. County council mem- tors conbers are still weighing opcluded the tions on how to proceed with the building – pro- building viding $1million for demoutlived its olition, mothballing for possible future develop- usefulment or doing nothing. ness.” The county has a stake in Tom Leighton the property because W-B mayor CityVest is on the hook for a $6 million county community development loan on the project. If the county walks away, the city, which condemned the 114-year-old Sterling, could be forced to come up with the estimated $1 million for demolition, placing a lien against

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Kimberly Burnham, owner of Miss Kim’s Coffee 2 Go in West Pittston, reopened her coffee stand this week after being flooded in September. Below, Burnhamwaits on Joe Sciandra Friday at her refurbished coffee business.

Coffee 2 Go open but must go Flooded West Pittston business reopens temporarily. By ANDREW M. SEDER aseder@timesleader.com

pened her business, located at 200 Wyoming Avenue, and customers – both old and new – were eager to get their fill of caffeine and pastries. But her stay will be temporary.She has been notified the rented lot her business is located on will be leased to another tenant and she’ll be forced to find a new location. Until then, customers are flocking to the corner of Wyoming and Exeter avenues to see Burnham brewing and back in business. Bob Marcy, of neighboring Exeter, used to stop every oth-

WEST PITTSTON – In September Kimberly Burnham’s business, Miss Kim’s Coffee 2 Go, lay on its side, lapped by Susquehanna River floodwaters. An entanglement with a power line attached to a nearby business is the only thing that kept it from being swept down river. This week Burnham reo- See COFFEE, Page 12A

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Oil prices nearing highs of 2011 as tensions increase over Iran By CHRIS KAHN AP Energy Writer

ternational inspectors this week for the second time this month. The United Nations To see additional said Friday that photos, visit Iran has responded www.times to the recent scrutileader.com ny by speeding up production of higher-grade enriched uranium, feeding concerns that it is developing a bomb.

NEW YORK — Oil prices are approaching last year’s highs as tensions increase over Iran’s nuclear program. The rise pushed gasoline prices on Friday to a national average of $3.65 per gallon, the highest ever for this time of year. Western nations fear Iran is building a nuclear weapon and have been trying to force it to open its facilities to inspection. Iran has refused, turning away in- See GASOLINE, Page 12A

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Justin D. Kacillas

Martha ‘Margie’ Olshefski

February 23, 2012

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Justin D. Kacillas, 21, devoted son, brother, grandson, friend and partner, of East Ridge Street, Nanticoke, passed away unexpectedly, Thursday, February 23, 2012 at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. Born on November 11, 1990, in Southington, Conn., he was the son of David and Maureen Reeve Kacillas. He was most recently employed in security at Petro Truck Plaza, Pittston. Justin was an avid skateboarder and an amazing amateur photographer. He enjoyed his beloved Pit Bull, Hutch, and was a member of LCPO (Luzerne County Pit Bull Owners Group). Justin was a gentle compassionate man and everyone who came in contact with him couldn’t help but love him. He touched so many people deeply. He was a free spirit who was wise beyond his years. He will be mourned by many, but forgotten by none. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Jean Reeve, and paternal grandfather, Stanley Kacillas. Surviving are his parents, David and Maureen Kacillas, at home; sister Shannon Kacillas, Philadelphia; paternal grandmother, Doris Kacillas, at home; maternal grandfather, George Reeve, Southington, Conn.;

artha “Margie’’ Olshefski, 92, of Spruce Street, Alden, passed M away Wednesday at the Wilkes-

his longtime partner, Ashley Benedict, at home; aunts and uncles, Michael Reeve (Aimee), Barry Reeve (Ann), Dennis Reeve, Brian Reeve, Kevin Reeve (Debi), Tim Reeve (Evelyn), Chris Reeve, Dennis Kacillas (Maureen) and Stephen Kacillas (Mary); cousins, Joshua, Lisa, Beth and Jessica Reeve, Sheila Hodges and Kevin, Robin, Heather, Steven and Billy Kacillas. Visitation will be Monday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at Davis-Dinelli Funeral Home, 170 East Broad Street, Nanticoke. The Rev. James Nash will conduct a prayer service at 6 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Justin’s memory may be made to LCPO, P.O. Box 1861, Shavertown, PA 18708.

Anthony S. Barlik February 24, 2012 r. Anthony S. Barlik, of Duryea, passed away Friday at Hospice M Community Care, Dunmore.

Born in Duryea, he was the son of the late Joseph and Bertha Kania Barlik. He was a graduate of Duryea High School. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He retired as an assistant director of the Tax Assessor’s Office of Luzerne County, Wilkes-Barre. He was a very dedicated and active member of Nativity of Our Lord Parish, Duryea. He was a member of the VFW Post 1227, Duryea; the American Legion Post 585, Duryea; Polish Falcons of America and former treasurer of the Polish Roman Catholic Union of America. He was a former member of the Holy Name Society of the former Holy Rosary Church, Duryea. He was a loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was an extremely generous person. He was preceded in death by his wife, the former Helen Wargo, who passed away on June 29, 1994; sonin-law Gregory Pavlik; brothers, Edmund, the Rev. Frank and John, and sisters, Sophie Barlik, Stella Zukiewicz, Agatha Galuska and Helen Burke. Surviving are daughter and caretaker Paulette Ricketts and her husband, Roy, of Duryea; daughter Loretta Dziak and her husband, Richard, of Warminster; granddaughter Tanya Pavlik Osenkarski; grandson Anthony Dziak; granddaughter Kellie Anne Papciak; great-grandchildren, Skylar and Charlie Osenkarski, Gavin Chase

Dziak; nieces and nephews. Funeral will be held Monday at 9 a.m. from the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main St., Duryea, with Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in Holy Rosary Church, Duryea, with the Rev. Anthony Sinnott officiating. Interment will be in Holy Rosary Cemetery, Duryea. Friends may call Sunday from 5 to 8 p.m. The family would like to thank nurses Patty and Lynn from Traditional Home Health and Hospice for the excellent care that was given to Anthony over the last several months. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Holy Rosary School,127 Stephenson St., Duryea. The American Legion Post 585, Duryea, will conduct military services Sunday evening. The VFW Post 1227, Duryea, will conduct military services Monday morning.

Edythe Ann Titus February 22, 2012 Edythe Ann Titus, of East Front Street, Berwick, passed away surrounded by her family on Feb. 22, 2012, after fighting a brief illness with all her attention. Edythe was born on March 1, 1950. She would have turned 62. She was the daughter of the late Ruth and Willard Goss. Throughout her earlier years, she attended Northwest Area schools. She was previously employed by Elmcroft, Berwick. Edythe was a beloved wife, mother and grandmother. Her greatest joy was to cheer on her grandchildren at all their sporting events and recitals. She was their biggest supporter. She also enjoyed having lunch days with all of her girlfriends and playing bingo and shopping. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ruth and Willard; her first husband, Louis Roy Favorite

Sr.; a brother, Willard Goss, and sisters, Bernadine Hunter and Jean Goss. She is survived by her husband of 34 years, Clark W. Titus; a son, Louis Roy Favorite Jr. and his fiancée, Heather White, Berwick, and three daughters, Theresa Lalli and husband, Grant Lalli, Berwick; Ruth Ellen Evans and husband, Dave Evans Jr., Kingston, and Laurie Lee Fenstemacher and husband, Donald Fenstemacher Jr., Berwick; family friend Courtney Albert; seven grandchildren, Trystin, Brandon, Alyssa, Dylan, Sarah, Kolbe and Riley; two brothers, Ronald Goss Sr., Nanticoke, and Richard Goss, Berwick; three sisters, Marian Pursel, Benton; Lois Zultevicz, Cambria, and Ethel Noss, Berwick; and several nieces and nephews. Memorial service will be held Monday, Feb. 27, 2012, at 11 a.m. at the Joseph W. Nardi Funeral Home, 201 W. Second St., Berwick. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until time of service. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her name may be made to Columbia Montour Hospice, Bloomsburg division.

Raymond W. Shurites February 24, 2012 aymond W. Shurites, 77, of Poplar Street, Dallas, passed away R peacefully on Friday at his home.

He was born in Larksville, on May 13, 1934. He was the son of the late Charles & Anna Bondzinski Shurites. He was a U.S. Army veteran, serving in Korea from January 1955 to January 1958. He owned and operated Ray’s TV Service, Dallas, until his retirement. He was a member of St. Theresa’s Church, Shavertown. He excelled in football at Larksville High School and was an All-Scholastic football player. He was an avid fisherman, who also enjoyed watching football games on TV. But most of all, he enjoyed spending his time with his beloved family. He was preceded in death by his sister, Isabelle (Betty) Petroski, and his brother, Charles Shurites. More Obituaries, Page 8A

He is survived by his wife of 56 years, the former Nancy Arabinick Shurites, at home, daughter, Michelle Wagner, Harveys Lake, sons, Joseph Shurites and his wife, Monica, Harveys Lake; Charles Shurites and his wife, Shelley, Dallas; five grandchildren, Kelly and Jason Wagner, Troy, Jeremy and Andrew Shurites, sister, Florence Bates, Norfolk, Va.; several nieces and nephews. Military funeral services will be held on Monday at 9:30 a.m. from the Andrew Strish Funeral Home, 11 Wilson St., Larksville. A Mass of Christian Burial is at10 a.m. in St. Therese Church, Shavertown. Interment will follow in St. Anthony’s Cemetery, Courtdale. Family and friends may call on Sunday from 4 to 7 p.m. and on Monday from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m.

Barre General Hospital. Born on Jan. 24, 1920, in Alden, Newport Township, she was the daughter of the late Stephen and Anna Sivulich Wengryn. Martha was employed as a beautician for many years. She was a member of Holy Resurrection Orthodox Church, Alden. She was preceded in death by her husband, Stanley Martin Olshefski, in 1955; sisters, Mary Sudick, Eva Sagan, Anna Madajewski, Helen Haverlak, Pearl Fudjack and Amelia Brutski; brothers, John, Nicholas and Michael. Surviving are her daughter Marie Ann Pierantoni and her husband, Anthony, of Penn Lake; granddaughter Leslie Pierantoni of Watertown, N.Y.; grandson Neal Pierantoni of Pacific Grove, Calif.; brother Peter Wengryn and his wife, Helen, of Bethlehem, Pa. Funeral services will be held Monday at 9:30 a.m. from the Stanley S. Stegura Funeral Home Inc.,

614 S. Hanover St., Nanticoke, with Divine Liturgy at 10 a.m. in Holy Resurrection Orthodox Church, Alden. Interment will be in the parish cemetery, Alden. Friends may call Sunday from 4 to 8 p.m. Parastas services will be held Sunday at 4:30 p.m. Margie, throughout her professional and private life, developed many lifelong friends and acquaintances. She will be sadly missed by her family and friends.

Helen T. Kraynak February 24, 2012 T. Kraynak, 84, of EdH elen wardsville, died Friday, February 24, 2012 in Riverstreet Manor, Wilkes-Barre. She was born in Edwardsville, daughter of the late Lucian and Josephine Wisniewski Zylinski. Helen was a graduate of Hahnemann University Hospital School of Nursing, and was an operating room nurse at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital for more than 20 years. She was a member of the West Side Ladies’ Bowling League. She was a member of the former St. Hedwig’s Church, Kingston, served as a Eucharistic Minister, worked as Sacristan, sang in the church’s St. Cecelia’s Choir; and was a member of the Mothers’ Guild of St. Hedwig’s School. She was currently a member of St. John the Baptist Church, Larksville. She was preceded in death by her husband, Peter B. Kraynak; grandson, Michael; brothers, Frank, Joseph and Edward; and sister, Stella Tromovich. She is survived by her children, Peter G. Kraynak; Edwardsville; Christopher G. Kraynak, Freder-

icksburg, Va.; Maryellen Davison, Fredericksburg, Va.; and Jeffrey P. Kraynak, Wilkes-Barre; nine grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; sisters, Cassie Sloan, Larksville and Irene Recko, Worcester, Mass. Funeral will be Monday at 9:30 a.m. from the Kopicki Funeral Home, 263 Zerbey Avenue, Kingston, with Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. John the Baptist Church. Interment will be in St. John’s Cemetery, Dallas. Friends may call Sunday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.

Antoinette Sheldon February 23, 2012 Antoinette (Toni) Sheldon, age 78, of Swoyersville, passed away peacefully into the hands of the Lord, surrounded by her loving family, on Thursday, February 23, 2012. Born in Plains Township, she was the daughter of the late Albert Koslowski and Martha Koslowski Bekampis. She attended G.A.R. High School of Wilkes Barre. Prior to her retirement, she was employed by the Wyoming Valley Garment Industry as a seamstress, and she was a member of the I.L.G.W.U. Toni loved the outdoors and she enjoyed fishing and camping with

her family. She was an avid Penn State and Philadelphia Phillies fan. Surviving are her husband, Robert D. Sheldon; daughter, Carol Kobusky and her husband, Alfred, of Kingston; grandsons, Bryan Kobusky and his wife, Nicole, of Wyoming, and Jason Kobusky and his fiancée, Lori Shonk, of Kingston; great-granddaughters, Makayla Kobusky, Michaela Shonk and Kaylee Shonk, all of Kingston; brother-in-law, William Sheldon and his wife, Eleanor, of Oregon; nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited to attend services Monday at10 a.m. at the Chapel Lawn Cemetery Chapel, Dallas. Funeral arrangements are by the S.J. Grontkowski Funeral Home, 530 West Main Street, Plymouth. Please visit www.sjgrontkowskifuneralhome.com to submit online condolences to Toni’s family.

Ruth Conklin February 23, 2012

uth Conklin, 82, of Mountain Top, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, February 23, 2012, at Little Flower Manor, Wilkes-Barre. Born in Hackensack, N.J., she was a daughter of the late Frederick and Edith (Lozier) Devens. Ruth lived in New Jersey until moving to Mountain Top with her family in 1972. She was a member of Christ United Methodist Church, Mountain Top. She loved to play bingo with her many friends and also enjoyed numerous lottery games. The family would like to thank Ruth’s many friends and caregivers who aided her these many years in her battle with cancer. Ruth was preceded in death, in addition to her parents, by her husband, John Conklin Sr.; her son William Conklin; her brothers, Jack, Paul and Whitfield Devens, and her special friend Hershel Shumway. She is survived by her daughters,

Lois Seletyn and her husband, John, Hackettstown, N.J., and Barbara Toole and her husband, Fred, Wilkes-Barre Township; her son John Conklin Jr., Florida; brother Lester Devens and his wife, Barbara, Virginia; her uncle Jack Dempsey, Virginia; 10 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. The funeral service will be held on Monday, February 27, 2012, at 11 a.m. at McCune Funeral Home, 80 S. Mountain Blvd., Mountain Top. Interment will immediately follow in Albert Cemetery, Mountain Top. Relatives and friends are invited to call on Sunday from 2 to 6 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate memorial donations to the American Cancer Society. View obituaries online at mccunefuneralserviceinc.com.

Grace Gaughan February 24, 2012 race Gaughan, 88, of West G Wyoming, passed away Friday in the Highland Manor Nursing and

Convalescent Center, Exeter. Born in West Wyoming, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Gertrude Gordon Gaughan. She was a graduate of the West Wyoming High School, class of 1944. Prior to her retirement, she was employed at Singer. Grace was a member of St. Anthony of Padua Church of St. Barbara Parish, Exeter. Preceding her in death were sev-

eral brothers and sisters. Surviving are her brother Thomas Gaughan of Wyoming; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Monday at 9 a.m. from the Metcalfe and Shaver Funeral Home Inc., 504 Wyoming Avenue, Wyoming, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in St. Cecilia’s Church of St. Barbara Parish, Exeter. Interment will be in St. Cecilia’s Cemetery, Exeter. Friends may call Monday from 8:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. in the funeral home.

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PUBLIC RECORDS Divorces sought and filed in the Luzerne County Prothonotary’s Office from Feb. 21 through 24, 2012: • Stacy Lugin, address unavailable and Nicholas Lugin, III, Scranton • Jonathan Seek, Drums and Brenda Seek, Greencastle, Pa. • Laura Berti, Trucksville and John Berti, Trucksville • Mary Olshefski, Harveys Lake and Kenneth Olshefski, Plymouth • Janel Rightmire, Shickshinny and Noah Ryan, Shickshinny • Vasa Subonj, Hazleton and Ann Subonj, Hazleton • Kim Marr, Shickshinny and John Marr, Shickshinny • Deborah Lynch, Ashley and Lawrence Lynch, Nanticoke • Walter Sarna, Freeland and Rosemary Sarna, Freeland • Cynthia Rychwalski, Swoyersville and Joseph Rychwalski, Kingston • Ellen Wilson, Shavertown and Bradford Wilson, Richfield, OH • Cynthia Kraintz, Sweet Valley and Joshua Kraintz, Sweet Valley • Michele Kotansky, Hazleton and Guy Kotansky, Hazleton • Amy Marrero, Berwick and Michael Marrero, Weatherly • George Seiwell, Jr., Sugar Notch and Rosemary Seiwell, Sugar Notch • Gail Krzywicki, Edwardsville and Robert Krzywicki, Mountain Top • Keith Hutton, Bloomsburg and Lisa Hutton, Bloomsburg • Michele Kendra, West Hazleton and Kevin Kendra, West Hazleton • Lisa A. Bianco, Hazleton and Ralph W. Bianco, Hazleton • Donna Lynn Brown, Plymouth and Thomas Leonard Brown, Nanticoke

Richard I. Remensnyder Jr. February 23, 2012 ichard I. Remensnyder Jr., 51, of Mocanaqua, died unexpectR edly, with his family by his side,

Thursday, February 23, 2012 at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center. Born July 22,1960, at the former Nanticoke State Hospital, he was a son of Richard I. and Doris (Balliet) Remensnyder Sr. of Mocanaqua. He graduated in 1978 from the John S. Fine High School, Nanticoke and was employed as a truck driver for Gress Refrigerated Services. He was a member of the Polish Falcons Nest 163, Mocanaqua and a former member of the Mocanaqua, Pond Hill-Lily Lake, and Slocum Volunteer Fire Companies. Surviving, in addition to his parents, are two brothers, Gary and Mark, both of Mocanaqua; two sisters, Debra McDaniels and Tina Remensnyder, both of Mocanaqua; two nieces, Amy McDaniels, Mocanaqua and Jennifer Hartman McDaniels, Hanover Township; two nephews, Billie McDaniels Jr., Hanover Township and Stephen McDaniels, Mocanaqua; a greatniece, Bella McDaniels, Hanover Township; a great-nephew, Jonathan McDaniels, Mocanaqua; and family pets Smokie, Titan and Midnight. Funeral services will be Tuesday, February 28, 2012 at 10 a.m. from the Mayo Funeral Home Inc., 110 Chestnut St., Berwick, with the Rev. Michael Bodek officiating. Burial will be in Sorber Cemetery, Reyburn. Visitation will be Monday from 6 to 9 p.m. For additional information, or to send condolences, please visit www.mayofh.com.

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At issue is pair of proposals to develop site of former bakery in Wilkes-Barre

Lawyers divide on revealing bids By BILL O’BOYLE boboyle@timesleader.com PHOTO COURTESY OF VIDEO INNOVATIONS

Participating in a check presentation to Plymouth’s fire companies are, left to right, Terry Womelsdorf, president, Plymouth Alive; Capt. William Wilson, Robert Miller, J. Temarantz, John Rowlands, Sue Gryziec, Lori Bolesta, Joe Ogin, John Rowlands Jr., Rebecca Ogin, Joe Ogin Sr., Heather Ogin, Chris Eder, Donna Ogin, Mayor Dorothy Petrosky, Lt. Brian Opplet and Clif Madrack. PLYMOUTH

WILKES-BARRE – The city is half right when it says it does not have to reveal the details of bids opened Thursday night regarding the former Old River Road Bakery, according to a legal expert. Melissa Melewsky, legal counsel for the Pennsylvania Newspaper Association, Friday said the Right-to-Know Law doesn’t require the bid details be made public when opened. “But after the contract is awarded, then all bids are public record,” Me-

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(Bruce) Lefkowitz brought an architect’s rendering of what the property would be like if he were the successful bidder. He said it would have a positive impact on the community. He said he already has a party interested in his current building.

lewsky said. “There can’t be any accountability unless the public is allowed to see all bids.” City Attorney Tim Henry said Friday the city is not required to Henry release the information on bids even after a contract is awarded. “I disagree with that,” Melewsky said. “We do get to see all the bids – not just the winner.” Melewsky said there is a provision

in the Right-to-Know Law that makes awarded bids as well as unsuccessful bids public information after a bid has been awarded or after the rejection of a bid. She agreed with Henry that the bids do not have to be made public before a contract is awarded. She said the city could reveal the bid if it wanted to, but

Kenneth Olshefski shook toddler who needed diaper change, according to police.

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PPL Electric Utilities is preparing for possible power outages due to the gusty winds forecast for today by adding personnel and staging repair crews in the areas where damage could occur. Customers experiencing outages are asked to report them at 1-800-342-5775 or through the online Outage Center at www.pplelectric.com/outagecenter. Customers calling by phone should press 1 for the “Power Problem” prompt. LUZERNE COUNTY

Free dental screenings

To keep those pearly whites white, two free dental screenings for children will be held today to promote dental health skills and celebrate National Children’s Dental Health month. Luzerne County Community College is teaming up with the Northeast Pennsylvania Dental Hygiene Association to offer a Kids’ Cavity Prevention Day from 9 a.m. to noon today in LCCC’s Dental Clinic in the Health Sciences Center, Nanticoke. Children, ages 3 to 16, can participate in a free dental exam, free cavity varnish to strengthen enamel and prevent tooth decay, and other services. Also, The Luzerne County Dental Society will host its annual Dental Health Day from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. today the Wyoming Valley Mall under the black awnings near the Center Court. PITTSTON

44 features Gertrude Hawk

A WVIA-TV feature “Chocolate Dreams: The Story of Gertrude Hawk Chocolates,” premieres Monday, March 5 at 7 p.m. on WVIA TV. The program tells the story of the founding and evolution of Gertrude Hawk Chocolates and provides viewers with a behind-thescenes look at the industry and art of making chocolate. The feature takes viewers from the Bunker Hill neighborhood in Scranton, where Gertrude Hawk Chocolates was born, to Indonesia, where the company acquires the raw materials for Smidgens. Almost 100 years after Gertrude left school to begin working in a candy store, where she learned the craft and art of chocolate dipping, Gertrude Hawk Chocolates has become a diversified American chocolate manufacturer in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The show will run again on March 8 at 8 p.m., March 11 at 3 p.m., March 23 at 8 p.m., March 24 at 9 p.m., March 26 at 7 p.m. and April 8 at 3 p.m.

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Man charged with hurting 2-year-old

CHARITY AUCTION

Members of the revitalization group Plymouth Alive recently presented each of the borough’s three volunteer fire companies with a donation. The funds were raised by an event co-sponsored by Plymouth Alive and John and Donna Rinehimer, owners of Rox 52, where the event was held. Several bands donated their time and gift baskets donated by area businesses and a basket of cheer were raffled off. Plymouth Alive cited the fire companies for working tirelessly to assist borough residents during and after the storms in the summer of 2011. Some of their support they provided included the distribution of supplies and cleanup assistance, and Plymouth Alive and the Rinehimers wanted to give back to the volunteers who are always there when needed.

is not required by law to do so. “In order to determine if the agency (city) made an appropriate decision, we have to be able to review all bids,” she said. “There’s no way to know that unless you can see all the bids; there’s no basis for comparison; no account-

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Chloe DeGraffenreid shows her mom Mandy a painting she made to be auctioned off. The money raised will be used to purchase sheep for a village in Cambodia.

Art helping others

Building Blocks children sell creations to purchase sheep for village in Cambodia. By GERI GIBBONS Times Leader Correspondent

PLAINS TWP. – An auction of children’s art will help the people in a Cambodian village enjoy a better life. Proceeds from the Pre“The people in Kingergarten Cambodia don’t Art Auction held at Building have much Blocks Learngood stuff or ing Center in food, so we are Plaza 315 will be used to purcollecting do- chase a flock of nations to help sheep through the Heifer Interthem.” national proElijah Scaramastro gram for a vilBuilding Blocks student lage in Cambodia to support a Women’s Empowerment and Holistic Community Development program. The children have learned that a flock

Stephen Miller, 4, points with his toes to one of his pieces that is up for auction, as his mom Lisa looks at the art.

of sheep can be used by villagers to make wool clothing, provide dairy products and enhance their living conditions in other ways. Wool is a very valuable commodity in that area of the world and can markedly improve the quality of life of families and an entire community. The

center reinforces how the children can “makeadifferenceintheworld,”through community service. “The people in Cambodia don’t have much good stuff or food, so we are colSee ART, Page 4A

PLYMOUTH – A man awakened by a 2year-old girl who needed a diaper change early Friday morning violently shook the toddler, causing her head to “slam back” several times, according to charges filed. Police arrested Kenneth Olshefski, 32, of West Main Street, Plymouth, on charges of endangering the welfare of a child, reckless endangerment and harassment. He was arraigned in Wilkes-Barre Central Court and jailed at the Luzerne County Correctional Facility for lack of $5,000 bail. According to the criminal complaint: Olshefski was awakened by the 2-year-old He was argirl who needed a diap- raigned in er change at about 1:30 a.m. inside the West Wilkes-Barre Main Street residence. Central Court Olshefski grabbed the and jailed at toddler off the floor the Luzerne and violently shook the girl, causing her head County Corto slam back several rectional times. Facility for Olshefski threw the toddler onto a couch lack of when the girl’s mother $5,000 bail ran into the room, the criminal complaint says. Police asked the mother why Olshefski would shake the toddler when Olshefski uttered, “Because I was mad.” Themothertoldpolicehertoddlerwas holding a diaper in her hand when Olshefski was awakened, according to the criminal complaint. Police allege in the criminal complaint that Olshefski stated “he thinks he has anger management problems” and often argues with the toddler’s mother about taking care of the child. Olshefski admitted to police he shook the toddler because he was sleeping and the girl woke him up. Paramedics were called to the house butpolicedidnotsayinthecriminalcomplaint if the toddler required medical attention. A preliminary hearing is scheduled on Feb. 29 before District Judge Donald Whittaker in Nanticoke.

As WWII and Korea fade into history, community will honor local veterans By BILL O’BOYLE boboyle@timesleader.com

Township. Attending the announcement were: • Neno Sartini, 81, Wilkes-Barre, Air Force veteran of Korea, Vietnam. • Edward Antosz, 88, Wilkes-Barre, Navy, World War II. • George Handzo, 83, Wilkes-Barre Township, Marine Corps, WW II, Korea, Vietnam. • Louis Wiernusz, 87, Wilkes-Barre AIMEE DILGER/THE TIMES LEADER Township, Army Air Corps, World At the Wilkes-Barre Township American Legion Post 815 on Friday state Rep. War II. • Jim Walsh, 87, Wilkes-Barre, Ar- Eddie Day Pashinski announced a March 24 event to honor Korean and WWII

WILKES-BARRE TWP. – Six octogenarians and another approaching his 79th birthday gathered Friday at the American Legion Post 815 to help state Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski promote an upcoming ceremony that will honor them and all World War II and Korean War veterans living in the 121st Legislative District. Pashinski, D-Wilkes-Barre, said the ceremony will be held March 24 at 10 a.m. at the Leo E. Solomon Junior High School, 48 Abbott St., Plains See VETERANS, Page 4A

war veterans. Standing: Ray Bianconi, Neno Sartini, Pashinski, Jim Walsh. Seated: Edward Antosz, Louis Wiernusz, Phillip Allabaugh and George Handzo.

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Lampman said Hill does admit Bernard Hill was charged with county prison Friday pending he flooded the toilet in his cell so any other detainers. spitting on corrections officer Prosecutors say Hill, who had that guards would be prevented at state prison at Dallas. been diagnosed with Hepatitis B from entering his cell, but that By SHEENA DELAZIO sdelazio@timesleader.com

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Scott Wibberley and Allison Bailey during the Luzerne County Community College nursing students’ health fair at the Wyoming Valley Mall last Saturday

WILKES-BARRE – An inmate charged with spitting on a corrections officer while at the State Correctional Institution at Dallas was found not guilty Friday of charges. Bernard Hill, 52, who had been incarcerated at the prison on aggravated assault charges, was found not guilty of aggravated assault and aggravated assault by a prisoner after a jury deliberated for about four hours. Hill, whose trial began on Tuesday, was released from the

and C, spit on an officer on Sept. 19, 2008, when he was being placed in a cell. Hill had previously pleaded guilty to the charge of aggravated assault by a prisoner, but withdrew that plea in October 2010 when told he could receive more than an 11 to 23 month sentence for the charges. Hill said he wasn’t going to plead guilty to something he didn’t do, and requested a trial. During his closing argument Friday, Hill’s attorney, David Lampman, said his client never spit on an officer, and that Hill had been assaulted by some of the guards.

there was no spitting involved. Lampman said fellow inmates, who testified during the week, said they never saw or heard anything about Hill spitting, and that a video and photos of the incident are miraculously “missing.” Assistant District Attorney Michael Melnick said in his closing argument the evidence is clear that Hill spit on the guard, and, that he did so knowing he had Hepatitis B and C. The inmates who testified, as well as Hill testifying in his own defense Thursday, were lying, Melnick said. “False in one, false in all,” Melnick said.

Man charged with cocaine selling changes plea Ronald Molnar withdrew guilty criminal use of a com- Lupas said a munication facility. hearing will be plea to charges related to Lupas said a hearing held March 7. $3.5 million cocaine ring. will be held March 7 for By SHEENA DELAZIO sdelazio@timesleader.com

Alexandra Rilk, left, and April Liszewski

Takisha Toledo, left, and Allison Stone

Diana Noreika, left, and Lindsay Stevenson

Brady Bogert, left, and Meghan Norris

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my, World War II. • Ray Bianconi, 86, WilkesBarre, Army Air Corps, World War II. • Phillip Allabaugh, 78, Wilkes-Barre Township, Army, Korea. “First of all, I am completely humbled to be with these gentlemen,” Pashinski said. “My dad served in World War II and I have always had a sense of pride and gratitude for the brave men and women who protected our freedom.” Pashinski said honoring all the veterans of his district is a gesture of appreciation. “They deserve our respect and deepest gratitude and this ceremony will commemorate their courage, commitment and

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ability.” Two bids were submitted for the former bakery: Bruce Lefkowitz, doing business as 250 Old River Road Properties LLC, $50,000; and Darren Stucker, doing business as Beekman Street Properties LLC, at $52,000. Lefkowitz owns Harrold’s Pharmacy at 179 Old River Road, nearby on the same street. Stucker did not attend the council meeting and his bid was not made available for public inspection.

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lecting donations to help them,” said a smiling Elijah Scaramastro, who attends the center’s preschool program. Chloe DeGraffenreid, also a preschooler, said she thinks the program was a “big success.” Mandy DeGraffenreid, Chloe’s mother, said she was thrilled to see so many people participating in the event. Youngsters, their parents and visitors from the community filled the center on Thursday afternoon. Art work created by the children filled the walls and the young artists happily showed visitors their work. In conjunction with the center’s

service to our country,” he said. Veterans participating in the March 24 ceremony will receive a personalized Pennsylvania House of Representatives Certificate of Appreciation and a Pennsylvania Commemorative Medal of Honor. “The World War II generation truly is the Greatest Generation, but it is disappearing more and more each day,” Sartini said. “We must not forget their sacrifice to our country.” Sartini said the Korean War is frequently referred to as the “Forgotten War.” “It was a horrible, grisly war and we must show our local veterans that we will never forget their dedication and heroism,” he said. Pashinski said the ceremony will act as a reminder of what occurred in the past and to honor the loss of life and destruction of property. Lefkowitz brought an architect’s rendering of what the property would be like if he were the successful bidder. He said it would have a positive impact on the community. He said he already has a party interested in his current building. Lefkowitz said he has secured the necessary financing – some $3.8 million – to complete the project. Stucker was not available for comment. Nobody came to the door at his home in WilkesBarre and his telephone number is unlisted. There is no listing for Beekman Street Properties, LLC. Willow Tree Curriculum, children in the pre-kindergarten classes engage in learning activities that promote global awareness and sustainability of life. The children learn about people throughout the world who are less fortunate than themselves and who struggle to obtain basic life needs. The program also introduces cultural awareness, in addition to math and reading skills. The art show was held in conjunction with a ceremony marking an expansion of the school that will provide space and programs to serve an additional 100 families. Zubeen Saeed, owner and CEO of the center, said five additional classrooms are now available. Building Blocks has several locations, serving children from six weeks to 13 years of age.

WILKES-BARRE – A city man who investigators say arranged for the sale and purchase of cocaine in a $3.5 million distribution ring told a judge on Friday he wanted to withdraw his guilty plea. Ronald Molnar, 40, of Joseph Lane, appeared before Luzerne County Judge David Lupas for a scheduled sentencing hearing on charges of corrupt organization, criminal conspiracy, possession with intent to deliver cocaine, three counts of delivery of cocaine and one count of

attorneys to argue Molnar’s request and Lupas to issue a ruling. Molnar’s attorney, Nanda Palissery, said his client was unhappy with sentencing guidelines used. Deputy Attorney General Tim Doherty said he would object to Molnar’s request because several other members arrested in the ring have already pleaded guilty and have been sentenced. Prosecutors say Molnar participated in the drug ring operated by members of the Outlaws Motorcycle Club, which distributed cocaine throughout the area beginning in July 2008. Doherty has previously said

caine. More than a dozen Outlaws members were charged with distributing hundreds of packages of cocaine. Doherty also said Molnar sold cocaine to a police informant on a number of occasions. Other members of the motorcycle club have pleaded guilty and are awaiting sentencing in Luzerne County Court, including Kenneth Koonrad, of Wilkes-Barre, who is scheduled to be sentenced on Feb 29, and Joseph Janick, of Ashley, on March 19. Fifteen others have pleaded guilty and have been sentenced.

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State Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski, D-WilkesBarre, talks with veteran Neno Sartini before making the official announcement of a ceremony to honor Korean War and World War II veterans next month. Sartini, 81, is a retired U.S. Air Force master sergeant who served in the Korean War and the Vietnam War. Pashinski said it is important to commemorate the sacrifice of those who serve in war and to keep memories of past wars in memory. Future events will honor veterans of other wars.

What: A special ceremony honoring World War II and Korean War veterans living in the 121st Legislative District. When: March 24 at 10 a.m. Where: Leo E. Solomon Junior High School, 48 Abbott St. in Plains Township. RSVP: By March 12 Register: Veterans can register by visiting Pashinski’s office at 152 S. Pennsylvania Ave., Wilkes-Barre, or by calling 825-5934. Veterans can also register on Pashinski’s website at www.pahouse.com/Pashinski.

“What would America be without these veterans,” Pashinski said. “These guys came through for us. These guys were part of all the victories for us. Time passes and memories fade, but we should never forget what our veterans did for us.” Maj. Gen. James Joseph, sec-

Molnar made hundreds of calls from his house and cell phone about the purchase and delivery of co-

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ond in command of the PennIf a veteran is unable to at- behalf. sylvania National Guard, will tend the ceremony, a family Pashinski said future events be the featured speaker at the member may represent them to will be held to honor veterans event. receive the recognition on their of other wars.

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Secretary of state foresees possible coup; nations meet and plan for peacekeeping mission

Clinton raps Russia, China vote By MATTHEW LEE and PAUL SCHEMM Associated Press

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A Latin classic

Puerto Rico’s Marc Anthony performs at the 53rd annual Vina del Mar International Song Festival in Vina del Mar, Chile, on Thursday. NEW YORK

Mayor defends monitoring

TUNIS, Tunisia — U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton blasted Russia and China as “despicable” for opposing U.N. Security Council action on Syria, and more than 60 nations began planning a civilian peacekeeping mission to deploy after the Damascus regime halts a brutal crackdown on the opposition. President Barack Obama said Washington will keep pressuring Syrian President Bashar Assad to stop the “slaughter” of civilians, saying it was imperative that the world unite in condemning the Syrian military onslaught. “It is time to stop the killing of Syrian citizens by their own government,” Obama said after a conference by a

group of nations known as the Friends of Syria concluded in Tunisia. While the conference in Tunisia offered nothing other than the threat of increasing isolation and sanctions to compel compliance from Assad, Clinton went on to predict a military coup inside Syria of the kind that ended the old regimes in Egypt and Tunisia. “We saw this happen in other settings last year, I think it is going to happen in Syria,” she told reporters at the end of the meeting. “We also know from many sources that there are people around Assad who are beginning to hedge their bets — they didn’t sign up to slaughter people.” Assad allies Russia and China, which have blocked previous U.N. action on Syria and are eager to head off any repeat of the kind of foreign intervention that happened in Libya, gave no sign

U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton speaks following the Friends of Syria Conference in Tunis, Friday. She blasted Russia and China for opposing U.N. Security Council action, calling it ‘despicable,’ and predicted an internal coup in the Arab nation. AP PHOTO

they would agree to peacekeepers. Their actions prompted a particularly strong reaction from Clinton. “It’s quite distressing to see two permanent members of the Security Council using their veto while people are

being murdered — women, children, brave young men — houses are being destroyed,” she said. “It is just despicable and I ask whose side are they on? They are clearly not on the side of the Syrian people.”

Calmness urged for U.S. troops

Venezuela’s sorrow for the ailing president

ew York’s mayor offered a robust defense Friday of a secret police department effort to monitor mosques and Muslim businesses and student groups in several states, following a week of criticism from college administrators and politicians who said the intelligence-gathering pried too deeply into the lives of law-abiding people. “We just cannot let our guard down again,” Mayor Michael Bloomberg said. Speaking on his weekly radio show on WOR-AM, Bloomberg declined to discuss details of the anti-terrorism programs, detailed in a series of stories by The Associated Press. But he said the intelligence-gathering was “legal,” “appropriate” and “constitutional.”

More Afghans die as protests over the inadvertent burning of the Quran continue. By PATRICK QUINN Associated Press

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Church censures minister

A retired Presbyterian minister who officiated at 16 same-sex weddings during the brief period they were legal in California has been censured by her denomination’s highest court. The General Assembly Permanent Judicial Commission of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) ruled in a 9-6 verdict issued Tuesday that the Rev. Jane Spahr of San Francisco deliberately violated church law when she conducted the marriage ceremonies in 2008. Spahr, 69, who was ordained two years before she came out as a lesbian during the 1970s and subsequently went on to lead a national ministry that lobbied to have the church allow openly gay clergy as pastors, admitted marrying the couples, but argued that her actions were inspired by Presbyterian teachings on diversity and inclusion. The commission previously has ruled that clergy may bless same-sex unions, but can only perform wedding ceremonies for opposite-sex couples. PORT-AU-PRINCE, HAITI

Prime minister steps down

Haitian Prime Minister Garry Conille abruptly resigned Friday after less than five months on the job in a political setback for President Michel Martelly, whose struggle to fill the top government post has hampered earthquake reconstruction and other development efforts. The government announced Conille’s resignation in a brief statement and said Martelly would address the nation in a live, televised speech later Friday. The president did not immediately announce his proposed replacement for the top administrative post in the government. “I feel obliged to present to you my resignation as Prime Minister of the Government of the Republic of Haiti,” Conille wrote in a typed letter that was addressed to the president. “Please accept, Mr. President of the Republic, the assurance of my patriotic sentiments.” MADRID

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There’s nothing like a flat tire to ruin a carefully planned heist. Spanish police say hooded thieves crashed a van into a courier service warehouse vault and made off with sacks of valuables on Thursday. They then fled in a waiting Audi, but crashed into another car as they merged onto a Madrid highway. That caused the flat. The four thieves carjacked another vehicle at gunpoint. No one was hurt and the thieves got away — but left most of their booty in the back seat of the damaged Audi.

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A supporter of Venezuela’s President Hugo Chavez cries as she holds a picture of him, as well as a poster of Jesus, during the president’s caravan to the airport in Caracas, Venezuela, Friday. Chavez bid an emotional goodbye to soldiers and supporters and waved to crowded streets in Caracas on his way to Cuba for urgent surgery to remove a tumor he says is probably malignant. The poster reads in Spanish ‘I love Chavez.’

Report: Iran pushes nuke work The U.N. nuclear agency says two missions failed to bring any progress on determining nation’s plans.

By GEORGE JAHN Associated Press

VIENNA — Iran has rapidly ramped up production of higher-grade enriched uranium over the last few months, the U.N. nuclear agency said Friday, in a confidential report that feeds concerns about how quickly the Islamic republic could produce an atomic bomb. The International Atomic Energy Agency report also said Iran failed to give a convincing explanation about a quantity of missing uranium metal. Diplomats say the amount unaccounted for is large

itary dimensions to Iran’s nucleenough to be used for experi- But the rear program.” ments in arming a nuclear mis- port conThe issue of suspected weapsile. ons-related experiments has Iran insists it is not interested tained little been stalled for close to four in nuclear weapons and says its assurances activities are meant either to the country’s years, with Iran insisting the algenerate energy or to be used for activities are legations are based on doctored intelligence from the U.S., Israel research. But the report contained little purely peace- and elsewhere. The IAEA team was comassurances the country’s activ- ful. prised of senior officials, but the ities are purely peaceful. Ininternational sources described stead, it also confirmed that two IAEA missions to Tehran within less than the Iranian negotiating team as “go-bea month had failed to dent Iran’s refusal tweens,” with no authority to commit to to assist an IAEA probe of suspicions the cooperating with the agency’s probe. In a 13-page summary late last year, the country has been secretly working on asIAEA listed clandestine activities that he pects of a nuclear weapons program. The report obtained by The Associated said can either be used in civilian or milPress said the agency continues to have itary nuclear programs, or “are specific to “serious concerns regarding possible mil- nuclear weapons.”

KABUL, Afghanistan — The top U.S. commander in Afghanistan called on his troops to resist any urge to avenge the death of two American soldiers killed in riots over the burning of Qurans at a U.S. base, even as renewed protests Friday claimed at least seven lives. The anti-American demonstrations by thousands of Af- The killing of ghans who took the two U.S. to the streets after midday soldiers and prayers were the civil unfurther evi- rest have dence that Presfurther ident Barack Obama’s apol- strained Afogy has failed ghanistan’s to quiet the out- relations with rage over what the U.S. says the United was the inad- States. vertent destruction of the holy books. The killing of the two U.S. soldiers and the civil unrest have further strained Afghanistan’s relations with the United States. Afghan President Hamid Karzai is trying to negotiate a long-term partnership agreement with the United States to govern the activities of U.S. forces in his country after 2014, when most foreign combat troops will have left or taken on support roles. At least 20 people, including the two U.S. soldiers, have been killed in four days of violence. Afghan officials said seven people were killed around the country Friday by Afghan security forces trying to disperse crowds or responding to gunfire from protesters.

Centuries-old treasure trove heads for Spain as undersea explorers lose bid By MITCH STACY Associated Press

TAMPA, Fla. — A17-ton haul of silver coins, lost for two centuries in the wreck of a sunken Spanish galleon, began its journey back to its home country on Friday after the deep-sea explorers who lifted it to the surface lost their claim to ownership. Two massive cargo planes — Spanish military C-130s — took off just after noon from a Florida Air Force base with 594,000 silver coins and other artifacts aboard. They were packed into the

The company has blamed politics for the courts’ decisions since the U.S. government publicly backed Spain’s efforts to get the treasure returned. same white plastic buckets in which they were brought to the U.S. by Tampa, Fla.-based Odyssey Marine Exploration in May 2007. “These are emotional and moving moments for me and all my colleagues behind me,” Spain’s ambassador to the United States, Jorge Dezcallar de Ma-

zar, said Friday. He stood on the windy tarmac at MacDill Air Force base behind the hulking gray planes, flanked by an entourage of more than two dozen Spanish officials and others. Odyssey made an international splash when it discovered the wreck, believed to be the Nuestra Senora de las Mercedes, off Portugal’s Atlantic coast near the Straits of Gibraltar. The company has blamed politics for AP PHOTO the courts’ decisions since the U.S. government publicly backed Spain’s efforts These and many other coins were to get the treasure returned. found in a sunken Spanish ship.

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Metals in Hazleton attempting to sell the real diamond ring, state police said. Misto, Demshick and Mumaw HAZLE TWP. – State police are investigating a reported rape were arraigned on felony counts of retail theft, receiving stolen of 17-year-old girl Wednesday afternoon in a wooded area near property, theft and conspiracy to commit retail theft. the Mountain View Cemetery. Misto was jailed at the LuThe victim said she was sexzerne County Correctional ually assaulted by a dark Facility for lack of $50,000 bail, skinned man with an accent and Demshick and Mumaw who told her he was 29 and a were jailed for lack of $30,000 Dominican. She said he had a bail, each. tattoo on his left forearm that Preliminary hearings are reminded her of a skull from a scheduled on March 1 before “Monster Energy” drink can District Judge James Dixon in and a tattoo of a dragon with Hazle Township. some writing on his right forearm. HANOVER TWP. – Township According to the victim, the police reported the following: suspect had no facial hair and • Police said they are inshort curly hair on his head. She said he wore a black jacket with vestigating a burglary at Herold’s Farm Market, Sans Souci a tear on the right elbow, blue Parkway, where someone atjeans and rode a red mountain tempted to ignite a fire inside bike with thin tires. the business Thursday night into Friday morning. DORRANCE TWP. – State Police said the suspect atpolice said about 700 feet of tempted to set a fire in several copper wire that fell from a utility pole on Hollow Road was places inside the building. A state police deputy fire stolen sometime between Feb. marshal is assisting in the in13 through Tuesday. The suspect cut the end of the wire that vestigation. • Several vehicle break-ins remained attached to the pole. were reported Wednesday night Anyone with information into Thursday morning in the about the theft is asked to call areas of Hanover Green, Marion state police at Hazleton at 459Terrace and Liberty Hills. Vari3890. ous items were stolen from the cars. PLAINS TWP. – Township police reported the following: HAZLE TWP. – Esther Rose • Police charged Rebecca Umbriac, of Falling Leaves Ann Kowalski, 38, of Plains, Lane, reported deliveries were with two counts of theft and a stolen from a mail box at her single count of conspiracy to residence on Feb. 15, state pocommit theft for her alleged role in stealing a 14-foot Meyers lice at Hazleton said. aluminum boat from Warner HAZLETON – City police Street. The boat was reported said they captured Zaheer Rashstolen by Joseph Kunec, of eed, 23, of South Pine Street, Maffett Street, on Wednesday. Hazleton, Thursday on arrest Kowalski was arraigned warrants issued in Schuylkill Thursday and released on her own recognizance. A prelimina- County. Rasheed was allegedly in ry hearing is scheduled on Feb. possession of a handgun that 28 before District Judge Diana was reported stolen to Hazleton Malast. police in 2010. He was charged • A woman wanted by the with receiving stolen property Luzerne County Sheriff’s Department was captured during a and jailed at the Luzerne County Correctional Facility for lack traffic stop on state Route 315 of $50,000 bail, police said. on Thursday. Brooke K. Dunn, 33, was a WILKES-BARRE – City passenger in the vehicle. An police reported the following: arrest warrant was issued for • A driver for Burgitt’s City Dunn when she failed to appear Taxi was robbed at gunpoint for a court proceeding on unwhile waiting for a fare on Poprelated charges. lar Street Thursday night. Police charged Dunn with Police said the Burgitt driver possession of drug paraphernadropped off a fare in front of the lia and false identification to law enforcement. She was jailed Poplar Inn at about 11:55 p.m. The driver waited for another at the county correctional facilfare when, he claimed, a black ity for lack of $5,000 bail. male, wearing a blue long sleeve shirt and dark jeans, opened the HAZLE TWP. – Three men were arraigned Friday on charg- front passenger side door and es they switched a real diamond aimed a shotgun at his face. The driver surrendered monring with one with a fake diaey to the armed thief, who fled mond at a jewelry store. on foot on Arch Street. State police at Hazleton al• Police said they cited Jorlege Stephen Misto, 40, of Hadan Siddons, age and address zleton, entered Howards Jewnot provided, with public drunkelers at the Laurel Mall on enness and underage drinking Thursday and asked to look at an $11,000 diamond ring. Misto at 365 S. River St. at 12:28 a.m. Friday. entered the store with a fake • Brianna Rattigan reported diamond ring that he switched Wednesday a window was with the real diamond, giving smashed on her vehicle and the fake diamond ring to the items stolen from her wallet in clerk, state police allege. the area of 27 Park Ave. State police said surveillance • Police said they cited Micameras recorded Misto and a chelle Gary, 49, address not vehicle. provided, with public drunkMisto, and two other men, enness after she was found John Charles Demshick, 52, of intoxicated in the area of 30 Hazleton, and Arland Mumaw, Hanover St. on Wednesday. 44, of Butler Township, were • Police said Colleen Drazba, captured at Dalice Precious

age and address not provided, was cited with harassment after Michelle Gary claimed she attempted to burn her with a cigarette at 58 N. Hancock St. on Wednesday. • Chris Felder reported two men punched him in the face and stole a cell phone in the area of 289 N. Main St. on Wednesday. • Elmaz Adzemovic, of Plymouth, reported his white 1993 Oldsmobile with Pennsylvania license plate HNT-8133 was stolen from North River Street on Monday. • Money was stolen during a burglary at the Republic Club on South Sheridan Street on Thursday. Entry was made through a window. • Karin Benedict, of New Alexander Street, reported Wednesday a speaker box, an amplifier, a video game system and controllers were stolen during a burglary at her apartment. • Jennifer Morris, of Amherst Avenue, reported Friday jewelry was stolen during a burglary at her residence. HAZLETON – Police are investigating a crash involving four vehicles Wednesday afternoon. Police said a Chrysler 3000 driven by Terri Krouse, 27, of Alter Street, was traveling south on Emerald Court around 3:40 p.m. when it struck the rear of a Nissan Maxima driven by Rafaell Gonzalez, 44, of West Maple Street. After the impact, the Nissan went into the travel lane of West Fourth Street and struck an Acura Integra, driven by Alvin Janica, 17, of South Laurel Street, who was eastbound on West Fourt Street. The Chrysler continued south on Emerald Court and struck a parked vehicle owned by Fausto Colon. Gonzalez, Janica and a juvenile passenger in the Chrysler were taken to Hazleton General Hospital for treatment of injuries, police said. WILKES-BARRE – City police reported the following: • Cathy Koulick reported Thursday she received harassing mail at her place of employment on Spring Street. • Francis Wahl reported a window was smashed on his car and a phone charger was stolen on Kulp Street on Thursday. • Police said they arrested Jason Hregorovich-Gregor, no age and address provided, on evidence of drunken driving after a traffic stop on Pennsylvania Avenue on Thursday. PLYMOUTH – Police are investigating a hit-and-run crash Tuesday on Church Street. The driver of a red, 1990sstyle sedan fled the scene after striking a parked vehicle. Anyone with information about the crash is asked to call Plymouth police at 779-2147. PLYMOUTH TWP. – Copper pipe and electrical wires were stolen from a flood-damaged house on Cole Street owned by Peter Hillard, sometime Monday through Wednesday, state police at Wyoming said. Anyone with information about the burglary and theft is asked to call state police at Wyoming at 697-2000.

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Authorities take new action in the child sex abuse scandal involving an ex-coach. By MARK SCOLFORO Associated Press

HARRISBURG— A federal subpoena related to the child sex abuse scandal involving a former Penn State assistant football coach, sent to the university’s top lawyer earlier this month, sought records of payments made by trustees to the school, or to third parties on the school’s behalf, the AP PHOTO university said Friday. A copy of the Feb. 2 subpoena Jerry Sandusky, a former Penn State assistant football coach, for general counsel Cynthia Bald- faces trial in a child sex abuse cases. win, posted on the school’s website Friday evening, listed eight all university records and emails, that justice is done,” said the categories of records, including including board and executive chairwoman, Karen B. Peetz. “reporting requirements on the session minutes, disclosure re- “We are committed to these part of employers and staff relat- ports and computer hard drives. goals.” Sandusky founded The Second ing to misconduct” by staff and They asked for records related to others associated with Penn Sandusky, and his hard drive, Mile, a charity for at-risk chilalong with those of former uni- dren, and state prosecutors allege State. It directed Baldwin, a former versity president Graham Span- he met victims through the orgastate Supreme Court justice, to ier, former vice president Gary nization. Messages seeking comSchultz and athletic ment from officials with The Secbring the docudirector Tim Curley. ond Mile were not immediately ments with her to a The chairwoman of The request cov- returned Friday. federal grand jury the Board of TrustFederal prosecutors’ request ered the university’s meeting in Harris- ees said in a statecomputer servers, from information goes back to burg on Wednesday, emails, subscriber 1998, the year university police but the school said ment that it was that deadline had cooperating with the data and account in- investigated a mother’s complaint that Sandusky, then the been extended by federal investigation, formation. “Finally, please football team’s defensive coordiU.S. Attorney Peter as well as the state preserve all source nator, had showered with her 11J. Smith because of documents related year-old son in a school locker the volume of re- attorney general’s to dealings with The room. cords. probe and a review Sandusky, 68, is confined to his Second Mile and any Penn State said it launched by the issue concerning al- State College home as he awaits was fully cooperatlegations against or trial on 52 sex abuse charges. He ing with the request. board’s Special Inactions involving denies the allegations. The reference to vestigations Task The eight categories listed in Jerry Sandusky,” the Board of Trust- Force. wrote Smith and two an attachment to the letter to ees represents a poassistant prosecu- Baldwin broadly sought records tential new direction for the scandal, which has so tors, Gordon Zubrodand Francis related to Sandusky, The Second Mile and “allegations of misconfar been largely focused on the al- P. Sempa. The chairwoman of the Board duct and inappropriate relationlegations against Jerry Sandusky and the actions of university ad- of Trustees said in a statement ships with minors.” Spanier has not been charged ministrators in response to com- that it was cooperating with the plaints about the former top as- federal investigation, as well as with any crime, and he remains a sistant to longtime head football the state attorney general’s probe faculty member after being and a review launched by the forced out by the trustees in Nocoach Joe Paterno. Heidi Havens, a spokeswoman board’s Special Investigations vember. He has not responded to messages seeking comment. for Smith, declined to comment Task Force. “The victims, the Penn State Curley is on leave while he fights Friday on the subpoena. The letter to Baldwin from community and the public de- the charges, while Schultz has prosecutors asked her to preserve serve to know the facts and see stepped down.

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THERESA DOBRANSKI, 64, formerly of Nanticoke, passed away Friday, February 24, 2012, in Kingston Commons. Arrangements are pending from Williams-Hagen Funeral Home, 114 W. Main St., Plymouth. HELEN FASULKA, 84, of East Brunswick, N.J., and formerly of Wilkes-Barre, passed away Thursday evening, February 23, 2012, in New Jersey. Funeral arrangements are pending and will be announced from the Bednarski & Thomas Funeral Home, 27 Park Ave., WilkesBarre. DORA KOWALCZYK, of Plains Township, died Friday morning, February 24, 2012, at home. Funeral will be held Monday, February 27, 2012, with arrangements by Rosenberg Funeral Chapel, 348 S. River St., Wilkes-Barre. Full obituary will appear in Sunday’s paper. DANIEL T. LEGG, 60, formerly of Avoca and Dupont, passed away Friday afternoon, February 24, 2012, at Riverside Rehab and Nursing Center, Taylor. Arrangements are pending and entrusted to Kniffen O’Malley Funeral Home Inc., 728 Main Street, Avoca. IRENE HUSTED, 81, formerly of Larksville, a guest at Tiffany Court, Kingston, the past four years, died Thursday, February 23, 2012. Funeral arrangements are pending from the Yeosock Funeral Home, 40 S. Main Street, Plains Township.

February 22, 2012 rian Joseph Kelley, 42, of Hanover Township, passed away B at his home on Wednesday, Febru-

ary 22, 2012. Born in Wilkes-Barre on May 14, 1969, he was a son of William and Mary Ann (Boback) Kelley of Hanover Township. He was a 1987 graduate of Hanover Area High School. Brian was an avid Oakland Raiders and New York Yankees fan. He loved fishing, watching lightning storms and all animals including the neighborhood bear. He was always willing to assist family members, whether it was something little like taking out the trash or cutting his sister’s lawn to puppy sitting for his parents’ and sister’s dogs. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Joseph and Julia “Baba” Boback; paternal grandparents William H. and Edna Mae “Pizza Grandma” Kelley, and Buddy “B.J.,” his loyal cat and best friend. Brian will truly be missed by his brother, William; sisters Donna and Paula; nieces Stephanie, Brittany, Desiree and Heather; nephews Nathan and Cody and all of his aunts and uncles. Services are private and entrusted to Kniffen O’Malley Funeral Home Inc., Wilkes-Barre. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Brian’s name may be made to Luzerne County S.P.C.A., 524 East Main Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702. To send Brian’s family words of comfort and friendship, please visit www.BestLifeTributes.com. A message to my baby brother: I’m going to miss watching storms with you. Thank you for everything you did for me. I’m not sure if I ever told you how much I appreciated it. I’m going to miss our vent sessions and Tasha and Cody will truly miss you. I love you. You were a great brother and a true friend. You will always be in my heart. Love, Donna Brian, you are my little brother and I will miss you with all my heart. Until we meet in the future, you will always be in my thoughts. Love Ya, Billy Our loving son, you were our baby boy and best friend. We relied upon you for so much. Who is going to tell me my hair is messy? We miss you. You will always be our baby boy. Bri, it’s mom. I’ll miss you most of all. Luv Ya.

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alter S. Ciolek, 70, of Swoyersville, passed away Wednesday W evening at the inpatient unit of Hos-

pice Community Care, Geisinger South Wilkes-Barre. Born in Plymouth, he was the son of the late Walter J. and Anna (Govlier) Ciolek. Walt was a graduate of Plymouth High School, Class of 1959, attended Wilkes College, and graduated from Wilkes-Barre Business College. He was employed as a bookkeeper for The Lion Brewery, retiring after 20 years, and was currently employed for Penn-Lee Footwear, the Miners Mills section of WilkesBarre. He was a member of Ss. Peter & Paul Church, Plains Township, where he served as a lector and a Eucharistic Minister. Walt was an avid athlete and excelled at many sports throughout his life. He was active in Semi-Pro Baseball Sunday Leagues from19611971. He played slow pitch softball for many years with numerous teams. He was a member of Royal Courts and The Athletic Club where he enjoyed playing in racquetball leagues and tournaments for 20 years. He loved cycling throughout Pennsylvania and also went on many out-of-state tours. He coached and officiated basketball for Ss. Peter & Paul grade school, Plains Township, was a P.I.A.A. Basketball official, and umpired Little League games for many years. Surviving are his wife, the former Monica Kryzneski, Swoyersville; sister-in-law Rita Ives-Collins, Nan-

ichael Vacula, 65, passed away on Thursday February 23, 2012 M in the Hospice Care unit at the De-

ticoke; niece Dr. Mary Thompson and her husband, Declan; nephew Thomas Ives and his wife, Margaret; grand nieces and grand nephew Abigail and Charlotte Ives, and Erin and Aidan Thompson. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. in Ss. Peter & Paul Church, Plains Township. Interment will be held in Mount Olivet Cemetery, Carverton. Friends may call Monday from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Corcoran Funeral Home Inc., 20 South Main Street, Plains Township. Friends are invited to go directly to church Tuesday morning. Memorial donations may be made to JDRF (The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation) 225 City Line Avenue, Suite 104, Philadelphia, PA 19004, or to SS. Peter & Paul Church Food Pantry, 13 Hudson Road, Plains, PA 18705. Online condolences may be made at www.corcoranfuneralhome.com.

Joseph C. Dennis Sr. Brian Joseph Kelley

February 23, 2012

oseph C. Dennis, Sr., of Pittston, passed away Thursday, February 23, 2012 in Hospice Community Care at Geisinger South WilkesBarre, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Hughestown, on September 7, 1934, a son of the late John and Bertha Schuman Dennis. He attended Hughestown schools. Joe was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Pittston, previously serving on the church council and as an usher. He was employed as a foreman in the shipping department at Bracket Steel, Old Forge for several years. Joe served as a constable and Part Time Police Officer in Pittston City. Prior to his retirement he was employed by Bridon American, Hanover. He was an Army veteran and a member and 2nd Vice Commander of American Legion Post 477, Pittston. Joe enjoyed fishing and camping with his children and grandchildren. He was an avid New York Giants fan. He was preceded in death by brothers, Fred and John Dennis, and sisters, Inga Vanyo, Elizabeth Talipski, Catherine Liskosky, Anna Koslosky. He is survived by his wife, the former Hazel Morgan, with whom he observed their 50th wedding anniversary December 30, 2011; sons, Joseph Jr., and wife, Barbara, Hunlock Creek; David and wife, Nory, Pittston; daughters, Cheryl Renna and husband, Peter, Old Forge; Jennifer Peterson and husband, John,

and his wife, Samantha, Exeter; his grandchildren, Elizabeth Hannon, Mia and Wes Gallo, and Ava and Alex Vacula; former wife and friend, Gloria Vacula; his sisters, Margaret Giordano and her husband, Ross, Exeter, and Suzanne Vacula, Plains Township; godmother and Aunt Valya Vacula, Exeter and best friend, Pat Perugino, Plains Township; sisters–in-law, Mary Ann Rome, Exeter; Marguerite Pallchak and her husband, Robert, Spring, Texas, and Jo-Ann Pellegrini and her husband, Thomas, Exeter; and many nieces, nephews, breakfast partners and good friends. He will be very deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. The family would like to thank everyone at ManorCare, Kingston and the VA Hospice Care Unit for their loving attention, compassion and care. Military funeral honors will be conducted Monday, February 27, 2012 at 9 a.m. from the Gubbiotti Funeral Home, 1030 Wyoming Ave., Exeter, with the Am Vets Honor Guard. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 9:30 a.m. at St. Anthony of Padua Church, St. Barbara Parish, Exeter, with the Rev. Paul McDonnell, O.S.J., as celebrant. Interment will be held at Mount Olivet Cemetery, Carverton. Relatives and friends are invited to visitation on Sunday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Please visit www.gubbiottifh.com to send the family expressions of sympathy or condolences.

Sheldon Goidell December 5, 2011 Pittston; grandchildren, Megan Murphy, John and Justin Peterson, Trisha Renna and Nicole Dennis; numerous nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank Hospice Community Care, Kingston, for the compassionate care given to Joseph during his illness. The funeral will be held Monday at 10:30 a.m. from the Howell-Lussi Funeral Home, 509 Wyoming Avenue, West Pittston, with services at 11 a.m. in St. John’s Lutheran Church, Wood Street, Pittston. The Rev. John Castellani will officiate. American Legion Post 477, Pittston, will conduct services Sunday evening at the funeral home and Monday at Marcy Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home Sunday from 5 until 8 p.m. Interment will be in Marcy Cemetery, Duryea. In lieu of flowers, memorial donation may be sent to St. John’s Lutheran Church, 9 Wood Street, Pittston, PA 18640.

Robert Gaspar Leginus Sr. February 20, 2012 obert Gaspar Leginus Sr. died R Feb. 20, 2012 in Columbia, Md., at the age of 98.

He was born on September 22, 1913, in Wyoming, Pa. He attended grade school and high school in the Wyoming Valley and attended Beckley College in Harrisburg for one year studying Aeronautics. After Beckley College closed, he attended Penn State extension school at night for four years, where he received his Certificate in Aeronautical Engineering. At an early age he learned to fly at the Wyoming Valley Airport. He flew for a banner towing service in Wyoming and as a copilot for early commercial airlines. He even tried to buy one of Amelia Earhart’s aircraft to start his own banner towing service. Always one to experiment with aircraft, he was one of the first persons to fly the auto gyro, the predecessor to the helicopter. One of his un-obtained dreams was to become an Astronaut, but he said he was born too early. He enlisted in the Army Air Force in April 1942 as a private and after receiving his certificate as an airplane and engine mechanic was promoted to Staff Sergeant one year later. On Dec. 29, 1943, he was honorably discharged to accept a commission as a glider pilot on Dec. 31, 1943. As a glider pilot he was part of the D-Day Operations and successfully completed 50 combat mission hours flying CG 4A Glider supply missions behind enemy lines. His missions primarily supported Gen Patton’s advancing U.S. tank divisions. He was captured twice by the German Army (escaping once and liberated the other) and once by the Allied forces (the adjoining camp’s U.S. general vouched for his release) as he made his way back from his glider controlled “crash” land-

partment. of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Plains Township, with his loving family at his side. Michael was born and raised in Exeter, son of the late Michael Adam and Doris Curtis Vacula. He was a 1965 graduate of Exeter High School. A U.S. Marine Corps veteran, Michael honorably served his country during the Vietnam War. Upon his discharge in April 1971, Michael had attained meritoriously the rank of Sergeant. A proud veteran, Michael was the former commander of the V.F.W. Exeter Post # 6518. He was also a member of the American Legion Post 0833. Through his lifetime being always civic-minded, Michael served his community as a member of the Wyoming Area School Board and was appointed as representative to West Side Vocational-Technical School. He was elected as Exeter Borough Councilman, serving as representative to the WVSA Board. Michael volunteered as coach for the Exeter Panthers mini football league during its early years. Michael had been employed by Maier’s Bakery until his retirement in 2006. An avid Penn State fan, Mike attended many games along with the busloads of family and friends he usually brought along. Mike also enjoyed his hunting expeditions to Maine and South Carolina and returned home to his loving family and friends to share his exciting and usually very entertaining stories. Michael cherished the time with his children and grandchildren, his greatest joy. They were his sweethearts and his buddies. They shared so many happy times and they will remember him always for his caring, loving heart. In addition to his parents, Michael and Doris Vacula, Michael was preceded in death by his brother-in-law and good friend, Ronnie Rome. He is survived by his children, Jennifer Vacula, Wyoming; Heather Vacula Gallo and her husband, Aaron, Darien, Ct. and Michael Vacula

ings. He also flew C-47 aircraft as a copilot on troop and supply missions within Europe, Africa and the Middle East. He received the World War II Victory Medal, the European African Middle Eastern Theater Campaign Ribbon, two Presidential Unit Citations and two Air Medals. After Honorable Discharge from the Army Air Force on July 26, 1945, he moved to the Washington area and joined the U.S. Army Quartermaster General Intelligence Agency as a Military Intelligence Analyst. He served as an Aide to the Army’s senior military leadership and was present in the Pentagon war room during the Bay of Pigs invasion. Because of his drafting background, he received a U.S. Army citation for designing the new (1957) Austrian Army Insignia. He retired from Government service as a Cartographer with the Department of Agriculture in 1979. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Adele Leginus, children, Robert Leginus Jr., Roberta Graves, Susan Miller and Joseph Leginus, and five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

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Woodland, Calif., where he spent the last three and a half years living near loved ones and enjoying time with his grandchildren. Born in 1927 and raised in Springfield, Massachusetts, Sheldon served in the U.S. Navy and received degrees from Amherst College and New York University School of Law. He practiced law in New York City then moved to Kingston with his wife, Paula (Karmiel), partnering with his in-laws to design and manufacture women’s shoes. He joined the Rotary Club and Temple B’nai B’rith, enjoyed sports, and traveled extensively to experience food and

culture around the world. After his career in the footwear industry, Sheldon relocated to Southern Florida with Paula, who passed away in 2004. He is survived by daughter Hillary and son Bill, four grandchildren, sister Joy Viertel, nieces and a nephew. The entire family extends thanks beyond words to all those who were on the journey with Sheldon in recent years, and contributed to making quality of life top priority. Contributions may be made to Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research - http:// www.michaeljfox.org.

FUNERALS BIXBY – Kathleen, memorial service 7 p.m. Monday in the Emmanuel Assembly Of God Church, 239 Church Road, Harveys Lake. CARDONE – Marty, funeral services noon today in the Davis-Dinelli Funeral Home, 170 East Broad Street, Nanticoke. Mass of Christian Burial at 12:30 p.m. in St. Faustina Kowalska Parish, main site, Nanticoke. Friends may call after 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home. HARTZELL – Albert, funeral services 11 a.m. Monday in the Charles L. Cease Funeral Home, 634 Reyburn Road Shickshinny. Friends may call 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday. KOSCHELLA – Joseph, funeral 9:30 a.m. Monday in the Wroblewski Funeral Home Inc., 1442 Wyoming Ave., Forty Fort. Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in Holy Trinity Church, Swoyersville. Friends may call 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. KRUSHKA – Helen, funeral services 9:15 a.m. Monday in the Mayo Funeral Home Inc., 110 Chestnut St., Berwick. Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in Holy Spirit Parish/St. Mary’s Church, Mocanaqua. Friends may call 3 to 7 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. MANARSKI – Henry, funeral 9 a.m. Monday in the Mark V. Yanaitis Funeral Home, 55 Stark Street, Plains Township. Mass of Christian Burial in Ss. Peter and Paul Church, Plains Township. Friends may call 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday. MOHR – Mary, memorial service 11 a.m. today in the Dallas United Methodist Church. MYERS – Jacqueline, funeral services 12:30 p.m. today in the Harold C. Snowdon Funeral Home Inc., 140 N. Main Street, Shavertown. Friends may call 11 a.m. until time of service at 12:30 p.m. ORGANEK – Frances, funeral services 9 a.m. today in the Jendr-

zejewski Funeral Home, 21 N. Meade St., Wilkes-Barre. Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in Our Lady of Hope Parish, WilkesBarre. PARENTE KAUFMAN – Gladys, funeral service and viewing 10 a.m. today in First Presbyterian Church, 97 Franklin St., WilkesBarre. REILLY – Rose, funeral 9:30 a.m. Monday in the E. Blake Collins Funeral Home, 159 George Ave., Wilkes-Barre. Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Benedict’s Church, Parsons. Friends may call 9 a.m. until the time of the service. RIGLE – Louis, visitation 8:30 to 11 a.m. today in the Gubbiotti Funeral Home, 1030 Wyoming Ave., Exeter. Funeral services with interment will commence at the Denison Cemetery, Swoyersville immediately following. ROTHSTEIN – Beulah, memorial gathering 1 p.m. Sunday in Temple B’nai B’rith, Kingston. SCHMIEG – Joseph, blessing service noon today in the Kiesinger Funeral Services Inc., 255 McAlpine St., Duryea. Friends may call 11:30 a.m. until time of service. SCOREY – William, memorial service 11 a.m. today in the Christian Assembly Church, 195 E. Northampton St., Wilkes-Barre. SHAW – Winifred, funeral services 11 a.m. today in the George A. Strish Inc. Funeral Home, 105 N. Main St., Ashley. Friends may call 9 to 11 a.m. VANDORICK – Robert Sr., celebration of life Mass 10 a.m. March 3 in St. Mary of the Lake Church, Lake Winola. Friends may call at the church 9 a.m. until the time of the Mass.

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onovan Buzinski, 40, of WilkesBarre passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, February 23, 2012 at home. He was born in West Palm Beach, Florida, and was the son of Jasmine and the late Gerald Buzinski. Donovan was educated in the Florida school system and after moving to Wilkes-Barre five years ago he attended Luzerne County Community College. He was previously employed at Metropolitan Wire in Wilkes-Barre and was currently employed at I2M in Mountain Top. Donovan was eagerly anticipating a trip back to Florida in early summer to spend time with his son and close friends. He enjoyed camping, hiking, reading and survival training. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his grandmother, Marlene Bigbie, and grandparents, Albert and Frances Buzinski. In addition to his mother, Jasmine Buzinski of Wilkes-Barre, he is also survived by his children, Donovan Jr., and Amber, West Palm Beach, Florida; sister, Christy Buzinski, WilkesBarre; grandfather, Donnie Bigbie, West Palm Beach; nephews, Tyler and Dylan Buzinski, Wilkes-Barre; aunts and uncles, Daniel and Rose Bigbie, Orlando, Florida, Ross and Esther Bigbie, West Palm Beach, Robert and Monica Buzinski, Norristown, Patricia Dardano, North Reading, Massachusetts, Raymond and Nancy Klosko, Mountain Top. A memorial service for Donovan will be held in the near future. Condolences can be sent to the family at: www.eblakecollins.com.

Nancy Lois Reese Cleasby February 22, 2012

ancy Lois (Reese) Cleasby, 78, wife of J. Bruce Cleasby, of Easley, S.C., left this earthly life on February, 22, 2012 for the eternal life promised to her by her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Nancy was born on November 22, 1933 in Wilkes-Barre, to the late Herman B. and Elizabeth T. Reese. Nancy and Bruce were married October 10, 1953 and were blessed with four daughters, Bonnie L. East (Keith) of Easley, S.C.; Barbara L. Hansen (Bruce) of Titusville, Fla.; Sandra L. Cleasby-Zuleger (Duane) of Monroe, N.C.; and N. Jean MacRae (Jim) of Pineville, N.C.; eight grandsons came along to light up her life and bring more joy into her heart, Nick, Adam and Ryan East; Joe, Rob and Tom Hansen; Bruce Phillips and Alex Lyons. All held special places in her heart. She is also survived by her sister, Bonnie Turner of Mountainside, N.J., and numerous nieces and nephews who all loved her kind spirit. Nancy truly was the consummate wife, mother and grandmother. Nancy was an Air Force wife for 23 years, often times having to be both mother and dad while Bruce was away. After the Air Force, she assumed the role of a pastor’s wife and parsonage "First Lady" in various United Methodist Churches in Pennsylvania, New York and South Carolina. She was a Christian in every way. She lived her faith, loved the Lord and walked daily in His presence. Her quiet, gentle presence will be sorely missed by all who knew her. A private graveside service will be held at M. J. "Dolly" Cooper Veterans Cemetery, with a memorial service at St. Andrews UMC on Saturday, March 17, at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Harmony Care Hospice, the Alzheimer’s Association or St. Andrews UMC, Easley, S.C. Special thanks to Dr. Kelly Purcell, Tanya Evans and Cheryl Walters for the exceptional care they provided. Condolences may be expressed online at www.robinsonfuneralhomes.com or in person at Robinson Funeral HomeDowntown, which is assisting the family. More Obituaries, Page 2A

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Presidential hopeful’s program loaded with previously outlined tax and spending cuts

Romney offers plan to boost the U.S. economy

mer Pennsylvania Sen. Santorum as they fight to win Michigan’s DETROIT — Mitt Romney of- Tuesday GOP presidential prifered a sweeping plan Friday to mary. Romney spent much of his 25boost the American economy, a program loaded with previously minute talk Friday to the Detroit outlined tax and spending cuts as Economic Club trying to prowell as new emphasis on how mote the image that he’s the most he’d change future Social Securi- presidential GOP candidate. Speaking from the 35-yard line ty and Medicare benefits. He pledged repeatedly to re- to 1,200 people sitting on the Deduce federal deficits, but an inde- troit Lions’ football field, Rompendent analysis has found that ney insisted that he was the only his plan, like those of Rick Santo- Republican who could beat Presirum and Newt Gingrich, would dent Barack Obama. "I not only think I have the best add trillions to the government’s already surging debt over 10 chance," he said. "I think I have the only chance." years. The Obama camAny serious plan to paign quickly fired reduce the debt needs back. "The lip service some revenue-raising Mitt Romney paid to component, and "on the middle class today that score, all of these was as empty as the stacandidates fail," said ELECTION dium he stood in," said Alice Rivlin, the forpress secretary Ben Lamer Federal Reserve Bolt. The stadium has vice chair and federal budget director who co-chaired a 65,000 seats. Romney, who grew up in the 2010 bipartisan panel that recommended deficit-reduction strate- Detroit area, also appealed to local sensibilities. "I like the fact gies. Apart from Texas Rep. Ron that most of the cars I see are DePaul, the GOP presidential candi- troit-made automobiles." He said dates’ plans are largely similar. he drives a Mustang and a Chevy All want lower taxes, big spend- pickup and his wife, Ann, "drives ing cuts and changes in Social Se- a couple of Cadillacs, actually." Romney reviewed his proposcurity and Medicare. Paul alone proposes plans that, if enacted, als to cut income tax rates by 20 would reduce the national debt percent across the board and to reduce federal spending to 20 over time. Romney is promoting himself percent of gross domestic prodas a business-turnaround special- uct, down from the current 24 ist uniquely qualified to ease the percent. He talked a bit more about Sonation’s economic pain. But he’s locked in a tight contest with for- cial Security and Medicare. He By DAVID LIGHTMAN McClatchy Newspapers

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pledged to "slowly raise the retirement age" for future Social Security recipients, but he gave no details, and he promised to "slow the growth in benefits for higher-income retirees." The Social Security full-benefit retirement age now varies depending on the year of birth. For those born between 1943 and 1954, full benefits are available once they turn 66. The age gradually increases; those born after 1960 will be fully eligible at age 67. For Medicare, Romney said that he would have the private sector "compete to offer insurance coverage at the lowest possible price." Starting in 2022, new retirees would participate in the new sys-

tem. Medicare’s eligibility age would increase by one month each year. The current eligibility age for most Medicare recipients is 65. In the long run, Romney said, eligibility ages for Social Security and Medicare would be tied to longevity "so that they increase only as fast as life expectancy." Santorum offered his own set of ideas Friday night. Speaking to a half-full Knights of Columbus hall in Lincoln Park, he listed 10 priorities for his first 100 days, including promoting more domestic oil production, reducing burdensome regulations and providing new incentives for manufacturing. He also pledged to propose on "day one" legislation to repeal

the 2010 federal health care law, and to take steps to balance the federal budget in four years. Romney’s ideas, like those of Santorum and Gingrich, the former speaker of the House of Representatives, would lead to much bigger national debt in the years ahead, according to a nonpartisan budget watchdog group. U. S. Budget Watch, a project of the respected bipartisan Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget, projects that three of the four Republican candidates’ tax and spending plans would add dramatically to the federal debt. Its analysis looked at the plans’ impact through 2021, the year a new GOP president’s second term would end. It acknowledged that because candidate

plans remain imprecise, the projections could change as they get more specific. Romney’s latest blueprint would increase debt $2.6 trillion. Santorum would add $4.5 trillion, while Gingrich would add $7 trillion, the analysis said. The exception is Texas Rep. Ron Paul, who proposes to cut taxes by more than $5 trillion over the next decade, and to cut spending by more than $7 trillion. His plan would, on balance, trim the debt by $2 trillion by 2021. The norm ratio of national public debt to U.S. annual gross domestic product is about 40 percent. Current public debt is about 70 percent and is expected to keep climbing under current policies. Paul’s plan would put the level at 76 percent by 2021, the Budget Watch analysis said. But others would raise the ratio: Romney to 96 percent, Gingrich to 114 percent and Santorum to 104 percent. Romney’s aides say they’ll offset his tax cuts with unspecified spending cuts to avoid increasing the debt, but the independent budget analysts couldn’t calculate such cuts until they’re specified. "I don’t expect Republicans to propose raising taxes," said Rivlin. "But it seems to me one definition of responsibility is ... are you proposing to reform the tax system (in a way) that at least doesn’t make the situation worse?"

Maher donates $1 million to super PAC By SCOTT COLLINS and GREG BRAXTON Los Angeles Times

LOS ANGELES — Who’s shining an unexpected light on the shadowy political world of "super PACs"? It’s late-night comics such as Bill Maher and Stephen Colbert. Maher, the host of HBO’s "Real Time With Bill Maher," announced on Thursday that he was donating $1 million to the pro-Obama group Priorities USA Action. The move comes after Colbert has spent the past few months mocking super PACs — political funds that operate with Maher very limited restrictions — with a fundraising group of his own: Americans for a Better Tomorrow, Tomorrow. In an interview Friday, Maher — whose political views have been described as libertarian and who has taken frequent swipes at President Barack Obama — said he made the super PAC decision two weeks ago when he was attending parties over the Grammys weekend. "All the liberals were talking about how the election is in the bag for Obama," he told the Los Angeles Times. But the election is competitive primarily in 12 states, Maher added. "He could absolutely lose. It’s a different world than it was in 2008. We live in the age of the super PACs. Unless the rich liberals get into the game, Obama will be horribly outspent. If he is outspent, he stands a good chance of losing." Former Pennsylvania Sen. Rick Santorum, former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney, former House Speaker Newt Gingrich and Texas Rep. Ron Paul are battling to take on Obama as the GOP nominee. Maher said he decided to help the pro-Obama group "partially out of fear — fear of Santorum and Romney.’’

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OTHER OPINION: CYCLING SAFETY

Pass with care under bike law

PRING WILL BE here new law makes it clear that you soon, bringing more can cross over into the other bicyclists out on the lane in order to give space to a road for exercise – or bike rider. Do so. The law also requires that simply using two wheels as an alternative form of transporta- drivers not pull “right hooks” tion. Actually, it’s not uncom- on cyclists. That’s the phenommon to see cyclists out on the enon of making a right turn in front of a cyclist who is proroad now. Too bad the state’s new bicy- ceeding legally down a road. The bottom line is that cycle safety law – proposed by clists have a right Rep. Ron Miller, R-Jacobus – doesn’t go in- As gasoline prices to the road. They don’t have to effect immediate- escalate, we can to ride on the ly. Enforcement beexpect to see shoulder – if there gins April 2. Too many motori- more people using even is a shoulder, and many area sts drive dangerous- their bicycles for roads have inadely around cyclists. transportation. quate shoulders. They seem to have That’s something the attitude that cyclists are in their way, that bik- road planners and the state Deers don’t have a right to be on partment of Transportation the road. They buzz past them should take into consideration at unsafe speeds and uncom- when repairing or repaving roads. Add decent shoulders – fortably close clearances. That’s one of the main things or, better yet, full bike lanes. As gasoline prices escalate, covered in the new safe passing we can expect to see more peolaw. It requires that motorists ple using their bicycles for give at least 4 feet of clearance transportation. If that’s feasible as they pass a cyclist – and that for you, why not give it a try? Cheers to Rep. Miller for they pass at a safe rate of speed. That’s not really such a big pedaling this important piece deal for drivers. Think about it. of legislation through the long, You might lose a few seconds pothole-filled legislative procby slowing down until you are ess. sure it’s safe to move over and York Daily Record give clearance to a cyclist. This

QUOTE OF THE DAY “To trust attorneys to say their bills are 100 percent accurate is absurd.” Tom Pribula Luzerne County’s interim manager on Thursday blasted the county court for its lack of oversight, which allowed billing for a fund allotted $125,000 to balloon beyond its budget by $209,000 last year.

OTHER OPINION: SAME-SEX UNIONS

Changing face of U.S. marriage

quarter-century ago, 65 percent of Americans thought interracial marriage was unacceptable for themselves or for other people. Yet in the span of a generation, as intermarriage has become more common and the United States has grown more racially diverse, a dramatic change in attitudes has taken place. Today, according to a recent study by the Pew Research Center, 87 percent of Americans say that the rise in interracial marriage has either been good for society or made no difference, while only 11 percent think it’s a change for the worse. That’s the thing about the tide of history: It tends to flow from intolerance to acceptance. The same shift that occurred in opinions about interracial marriage is happening in attitudes about same-sex marriage. Just ask folks in Washington and New Jersey. Washington Gov. Chris Gregoire signed a bill legalizing same-sex marriage earlier this month, and the New Jersey Assembly approved a similar meaEDITORIAL BOARD

sure. Voters in those states will probably have the final say; opponents are organizing a petition drive for a Washington ballot measure to ban gay marriage, and New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie has vowed to veto his state’s marriage bill and present the issue as a referendum instead. There’s no telling what voters in either state will decide, but such occasional shoals matter less than the overall direction of the tide, and we know which way that’s turning. Surveys show a major generational divide in attitudes about gay marriage, with younger people widely favoring it while older people are generally opposed. As time passes, there’s only one direction this trend can lead. Someday, we suspect, most Americans won’t be bothered by the prospect of their sons or daughters marrying someone of the same sex. All it takes is time, and enough examples to demonstrate that the fears of marriageequality opponents are baseless. Los Angeles Times

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Urgent care coverage can be a cost-saving solution ONE OF the most important challenges facing health care today is the cost associated with emergency care. Nationwide, hospital emergency rooms treat about 125 million patients each year, mostly for serious injuries and illnesses. But studies show that increasing numbers of people use ERs for non-life threatening care or because they do not have access to a primary care physician. Using ERs in inappropriate ways contributes to overcrowding and longer wait times, places unnecessary burdens on ER staff and drives up the cost of care. To help alleviate these problems, it’s important for individuals to have other options for accessing appropriate care in an appropriate setting. Urgent care centers can be part of the solution. So what are urgent care centers? They are facilities staffed by physicians, nurses, physician assistants and other medical professionals who provide basic treatment for non-life threatening conditions and illnesses, such as sore throats, rashes, minor bruises and muscle strains. They typically have specific hours of operation, unlike emergen-

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care centers in the United States, the majority of which provide primary care, occupational medicine, routine immunizations and physical exams. About half also provide lab tests, X-rays, fracture and laceration care, and intravenous fluids. Using an urgent care center for appropriate treatments can reduce wait times often associated with crowded ERs, allow ER staff to focus on true emergency cases and improve overall patient satisfaction. Because we recognize the value of urgent care centers, many insurers such as Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania are including an urgent care benefit in their plans. In fact, this Blue Cross will begin making urgent care benefits available for most plans in March. The health care network in every community needs a viable and appropriate option for treating acute, non-life threatening illness and injuries. By working together, primary care physicians, hospitals, insurance providers and urgent care centers can ensure that patients receive the appropriate level of care in the right setting.

cy rooms that are continuously open. While individuals are encouraged to use the care of their primary care physicians whenever possible, urgent care centers are a convenient and cost-effective option for non-emergency patients who don’t have access to a primary care physician. Please remember, an urgent care center is not a substitute for an emergency room when someone is facing a life-threatening condition. If you are unsure about the seriousness of a health problem, go immediately to your local emergency room. According to the Urgent Care Association of America, about 17 percent of ER patients do not need emergency care and can be treated in urgent care centers instead. And urgent care centers are less costly to operate because they don’t need the same level of technology or equipment as ERs. As a result, appropriate use of urgent care centers could save up to $4.5 billion in unneces- Thomas A. Curry is the senior medical director at sary health care costs annually. Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania, based in Wilkes-Barre. There are approximately 9,000 urgent

LETTERS FROM READERS

Writer says Republicans oversold pipeline project

ere we go again. On the editorial page of Jan. 28, we have two different sets of so-called facts about the pipeline from Canada. The St. Louis Post-Dispatch says the pipeline will employ only about 2,500 workers per year for two years and require experienced crews, which will not benefit the local unemployed labor force. Then you have Republican U.S. Rep. Tom Marino saying that this project would create 20,000 jobs. Of course, he is blaming President Obama for it not getting done. Who do you believe? A news agency that looks like it has the facts to back up its statements, or a politician who wants to keep his job and seemingly not let the truth stand in his way? If you want to see the Republican agenda, just see what is going on in Ohio, Michigan, Wisconsin and in our state with schools and labor forces. The Republicans first started off saying the pipeline would create more than 100,000 jobs and now they have it down to 20,000. Maybe they’ll get it right soon, but first they have to make Obama the bad guy. I’m glad he is fighting back. Harriet Eastman Meshoppen

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Media-hyped athletes overgrown kids with egos

ou can’t read a sports page, sports magazine or listen to sports TV without being hoodwinked into believing the hype about an athlete, such as a football player. He’s a playmaker, he’s the go-to-guy, future All-American, he’s got great hands, blinding speed, awesome strength, can bench press 450 pounds, more than 1,000 yards rushing in a season, two-time MVP. He’s an icon, a legend, at a storied college or university. The aforementioned is only the tip of the iceberg. Next we have the grandstanding, showmanship, costumes, hair, tattoos, necklaces, arm bands, colored shoes, baseball caps, headbands, skull caps, beards, dancing, wiggling, fist waving, jumping in the

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stands, slam dunking the ball over the goalpost, rolling the ball on the field making the referee retrieve it and, then, after a tackle or touchdown, looking up in the stands and beating the chest like King Kong on top of the Empire State Building. Athletes? No. Entertainers with athletic ability. Add the antics from other sports, such as basketball, baseball, softball, etc., and imagine just how much society has fallen victim to the culture we are living in today. This letter didn’t even touch on the world of entertainment. That’s another story. All too sadly, the deterioration of wholesome sports has filtered down to 5- and 6-year-old children. Their minds and bodies are being cultivated for greed and sin by a sick society. God help us! Jim Walsh Wilkes-Barre

Get out and vote during Pennsylvania primary

he primary is just as important as the general election. Make your voice heard. Primary day in Pennsylvania is April 24. Alex S. Partika Wilkes-Barre

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As both sides dig in for a protracted standoff, investors are snapping up oil contracts in case fighting breaks out in the heart of the one of the world’s biggest oil-producing regions. “Everyone’s pricing in the potential for war now,” independent analyst Stephen Schork said. “Without a concrete resolution, nobody knows how high this can go.” Israel hasn’t ruled out an attack on Iran, and Iran has said it is ready to strike preemptively, possibly target-

ing the Strait of Hormuz, if it is threatened. The Persian Gulf passageway is a potential choke point for oil supplies. One-fifth of the world’s oil tankers pass through it every day. On Friday benchmark West Texas Intermediate crude rose by $1.94 to end the week at $109.77 per barrel in New York. Brent crude rose by $1.85 to finish at $125.47 per barrel in London. WTI peaked near $114 a barrel last May, while Brent rose above $126 per barrel. The price of gasoline, which is made from crude oil, has soared with oil prices. The national average jumped by nearly 12 cents

per gallon in a week, with state averages above $4 per gallon in California, Alaska and Hawaii. In Pennsylvania, AAA Mid-Atlantic reported the retail average price per gallon at $3.70 and heading higher. Pennsylvania is expected to be the biggest gas price hotspot in the country, with dramatic increases possible in the spring due to local refinery shutdowns and other factors, AAA said.AAA analysts are forecasting March 15 through May 15 will be a critical time to watch gas prices. Consumers could pay up to $4.25 a gallon. Tom Kloza, publisher and chief oil analyst at Oil Price

Information Service, said pump prices will add at least another 10 to 15 cents per gallon in coming days to reflect a recent jump in wholesale markets. At $3.65 per gallon, gasoline is still below last year’s high of $3.98 and the record $4.11 set in 2008. Kloza says pump prices are on pace to top both of those in coming months. He thinks gasoline will climb as high as $4.25 per gallon by late April. The rise will weigh on the economy, pushing leisure and business travel costs higher. Every one-cent increase in the price of gasoline costs the economy $1.4 billon, analysts say. Gasoline has become a

THE TIMES LEADER major political issue this year as prices tick higher. Some lawmakers have called on the Obama administration to release more oil from emergency stockpiles in the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, but analysts say that would be ineffective. The government tried that last summer after the Libyan uprising shut down that country’s oil fields. Prices dipped slightly but eventually rebounded. Independent oil analyst Andrew Lipow pointed out that the U.S. has adequate oil supplies right now, and a release of reserves wouldn’t make much sense. “It’s just unclear how this plays out,” Lipow said.

HOTEL the property to recoup its costs when the site is developed. Tight city finances Leighton said the city doesn’t have that kind of money, and he believes it’s the county’s responsibility to rectify the situation because the Sterling project was between the county and CityVest. “This is their project, their partnership with CityVest,” Leighton said. The city has no financial stake but committed roughly $250,000 in state gaming funds toward the demolition, Leighton said. The city could have used that money for other projects, he said. Wilkes-Barre is also paying $5,000 a month for traffic barriers erected around the Sterling as a safety precaution when it was condemned, Leighton said. “We’ve stepped up. Nobody wants to acknowledge what we’ve done to assist in the project. We’re just as poor as they are,” Leighton said. The permit fee would be part of the bids submitted by demolition contractors and

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and other Crime Watch members conduct their nightly patrols. Raup said Crime Watch members often stay out late into the early morning hours and see a lot of suspicious and criminal activity going on in the city. “Maybe some of them are gang wannabes,” she said. “But they are wearing the colors and they are getting involved with ganglike activity.” Drew McLaughlin, the city’s administrative coordinator, said the police department and the administration are working on the

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The site of the Hotel Sterling in Wilkes-Barre. The city’s refusal to waive fees to raze the building is holding up demolition.

meant to offset the city’s costs for demolition inspections and police and fire personnel who must be present during demolition at one of the “busiest blocks in the city,” he said. Leighton said the county must “step up

problem. He said the city “was well-represented” at Thursday’s gang summit by the city’s three school resource officers. “They are the ones who work every day in the city’s three public high schools,” McLaughlin said. “Given the nature of the summit on gangs in the schools, these three officers were best equipped to offer insight to the public and the presenters as well as take away information to use in their assignments in the city schools.” McLaughlin said Greg Barrouk, the city’s economic development coordinator, also attended the forum as a senior member of the mayor’s administration. “They were directed to attend

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er day. He said he’s “proud of her” for reopening after such a horrific event. “I’m very happy that she’s back. We missed her and it means a lot to the community,” Marcy said. “It’s still like a ghost town around here.” Parts of West Pittston were inundated by floodwaters after heavy rains swelled the Susquehanna in September. Like other river communities – Pittston,

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The law office of Pyrah and Stevens Law Firm is located on Pierce Street, Kingston. Angela Stevens’ bills to Luzerne County are being questioned.

back,” DeLuca said. Stevens, a partner in the law firm Pyrah/Stevens, has come under scrutiny after a story in Friday’s Times Leader detailed dozens of instances in which she double billed the county for delivering fee petitions to the courthouse for work she performed representing parents. A reporter who reviewed 469 invoices Stevens submitted in 2011 discovered she repeatedly charged a travel fee for each fee petition she filed on behalf of a client, allowing her to collect as many as 38 individual fees, even though the petitions appeared to have been delivered on

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that month, which were among more than 400 reviewed by The Times Leader, contained little to no information regarding work that was performed for clients, only charges related to the preparation and/or delivery of fee petitions. Stevens was among 18 attorneys

and make a decision” quickly because the building is a fire hazard that continues to attract the homeless. CityVest’s insurance on the property will expire in November. He believes it’s likely the nonprofit will file for bankruptcy if the county doesn’t

by Mayor (Tom) Leighton and Chief (Gerard) Dessoye who both could not attend due to other commitments,” McLaughlin said. “Chief Dessoye attends multiple trainings, seminars, and forums on gangs throughout the year which certainly informs the deployment and strategies of the Wilkes-Barre Police Department.” McLaughlin said the city’s first line of defense against violence in the schools -- whether it is gangrelated or not -- is the school resource officer who is a daily presence and proactive security measure in the school district. He said the city’s community policing officer also meets with school-age groups frequently to

West Nanticoke, Plymouth and Shickshinny – millions of dollars in damage was left behind when the water receded. According to emergency management officials, nearly 630 West Pittston homes had basements flooded, more than 230 homes had first-floor flooding, 16 homes had second floor damage, 50 homes had structural damage and 26 businesses were displaced. The coffee business, which opened in 2004 and was purchased by Burnham three years later, was among the casualties. The mobile trailer it operates out of was knocked on its side, its contents

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damaged or destroyed. If the trailer “broke free from the electrical wires, it would have wound up in Harrisburg or somewhere down (stream),” Burnham said. But she vowed to reopen. “I did not give up. I didn’t know how, I didn’t know when but there was never a doubt in my mind that I would reopen,” said Burnham, who lives in Shavertown but who had resided on Luzerne Avenue in West Pittston. She had no insurance so she spent some of her savings and, through the generosity of friends and family, she got

a single trip. All told, Stevens was paid $144,554 in fees in 2011, of which at least $38,517 was solely for time she spent delivering and preparing fee petitions. In an email to the newspaper Thursday, Stevens said travel time was included on each invoice as “a matter or course” and that she intended to adjust invoices when they were delivered in groups, but failed to do so. She said the error was an oversight and that she plans to contact the county to rectify the errors. Stretton, a former chief counsel for the disciplinary board who has represented thousands of attorneys charged with ethical misconduct, said Stevens’ actions appear tobeaclearviolationofrulesofprofessional conduct. Attorneys are

retained by the county last year to represent parents whose children were taken by Children and Youth Services. The attorneys were paid $55 per hour and required to submit monthly fee petitions detailing the hours they worked. Griffith began reviewing Stevens’ invoices in response to a Times Leader investigation that revealed she had double billed the county for delivering fee petitions to the courthouse on dozens of invoices.

Stevens has admitted mistakes were made on some of the invoices and has vowed to rectify the errors with the county. Griffith said he wants Stevens to reimburse the county for all travel charges, not just the duplicates, because he does not believe travel should have been a permitted expense. He said he does not know if the county can prevail on that issue, however, since there were no guidelines set regarding what were permissible and

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costs and liability. McClosky Houck said she believes it’s in the city’s “best interest to make it a little more appealing for the county to take this over.” “They’re free to take any stand they want, but likewise, council is free to make any decision it wants,” she said. “The county doesn’t have an obligation to be involved unless council chooses to, and the city can hold firm on whatever stance it wants to.” Council Chairman Jim Bobeck said he believes the county must obtain an appraisal of the Sterling property with and without the structure for a realistic projection on the net proceeds that may be expected to help repay the county investment. Further negotiations with the city are needed, he said. “I have serious reservations on the city of Wilkes-Barre’s position in this matter,” Bobeck said, referring to the fee waiver disagreement. Councilman Eugene Kelleher said he believes the city should waive the permit fee because Wilkes-Barre stands to gain if the site is cleared for new development that will generate tax revenue and help with revitalization.

know these kids,” Raup said. At Thursday’s, FBI agent D. Darell Dones told the audience to watch for signs like Raup has noticed. Dones said changes in a child’s behavior, the wearing of certain colors, and having unexplained cash, jewelry or clothing could be signs of gang involvement or influence. Brian Lavan, a former city police officer who is director of police operations and security for the Wilkes-Barre Area School District, said the district does not have a problem with the presence of gangs that affects the daily operations of the schools. But Lavan said the district’s students are influenced by gangs. On Feb. 9 an assault with a ma-

it cleaned up, disinfected and restocked. Through sheer determination, coffee is brewing once more. But it may be a good thing she runs a business out of a mobile trailer, because she’ll be on the move soon. The property her trailer sits on is owned by Dr. Frank Colella, a chiropractor whose neighboring business sustained heavy flooding, forcing him to move his office to the Main Street Commons Building at 135 S. Main St., Pittston. A message left for Colella at his office was not returned Friday. She said she’s not sure how much

permitted to charge for travel, but they can’t charge the full amount to multiple clients for a single trip. “That she said it was an accident … that would not change the violation. It might mitigate it to some extent,” Stretton. Stretton said, based on information The Times Leader provided, he believes if a complaint is filed, Stevens would face a difficult challenge in defending her position, given the dozens of times she double billed. “I think she would have a hard time standing up on cross examination. You knew you put the same time for every time. When were you going to adjust it? How was that an oversight?” he said. DeLucasaidhealsoissuspicious of Stevens’ explanation. If it was an error, he questioned why no one in

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‘Outlived its usefulness’ Leighton said mothballing would be a bad investment because CityVest already “aggressively and actively marketed” the property to potential developers. “I must’ve been involved in 25 tours myself. Ninety-nine percent of potential developers or investors concluded the building outlived its usefulness,” he said. “This building cannot be saved.” County commissioners had allocated the $1 million for demolition with the belief the county could recoup some of its investment on the resale of the vacant land. Council Vice Chairwoman Linda McClosky Houck said there’s not a “firm” majority prepared to proceed with demolition, and she’s among several questioning whether the county should take on further

educate them on security issues and the dangers of gangs. “The city at times conducts increased patrols in and around city school zones and the citywide surveillance camera network covers all of the city schools, parks and playgrounds where schoolage gang violence and other issues are most likely to occur,” he said. Raup said she talks with young people all the time. She said some of them have told her about how they have been approached by others trying to recruit them for gang membership. Raup said she has noticed behavioral changes in kids. “We’re in the neighborhoods; we’re watching these kids; we

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take the property off its hands. The property would then be frozen and continue to deteriorate until the city could obtain funds for demolition, he said. The county would be tied up in bankruptcy court for years to try to recoup some of its investment in the project, he predicted. The mayor said the county has the means to demolish the building because $1 million in community development funds was set aside by prior commissioners.

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chete nearly severed the left hand of a 15-year-old GAR student. Police have been investigating whether the incident that occurred in the neighborhood of the school was gang related. The machete attack occurred during a fight between groups of teens of Dominican and African-American heritage. Police charged a 16-year-old boy as an accomplice in the assault. They are looking for the 19year-old man who allegedly swung the machete. State Sen. John Yudichak, who co-sponsored the forum, said that incident brought more public attention to Thursday’s gang forum. At least 250 people attended it.

longer she’ll operate from her current location but said she’s looking for available lots in the West Pittston/Exeter area. “I’d really like to stay, West Pittston’s been good to me,” she said. Looking around the neighborhood she’s in, Burnham said she’s constantly reminded of the flood’s lasting impact. The Ace Cleaners across the street is not likely to reopen, she said, adding that a few nearby homes and businesses are also either vacant or up for sale. “It’s like the flood still hasn’t gone away. It’s very sad,” Burnham said.

C O U N C I L L E A D E R S S TAT E M E N T “The Luzerne County Council is calling for an immediate external and independent forensic audit of the Luzerne County Court expenditures in light of the revelation of billing errors during 2011. We also look for an efficiency study of all Judiciary practices and procedures to prevent such errors in the future. We who represent and work for the citizens of Luzerne County expect accurate and appropriate invoices for all services provided, and impropriety cannot

and will not be tolerated on our watch. The County Council looks to shed light on all County operations, so we ask and encourage all court and county employees to be vigilant and scrupulous regarding matters such as this and to report any irregularities to the County Manager for prompt investigation.”

her office picked up on it, given the amount of money she earned. Stevensandotherattorneyswho represented parents were paid $55 per hour. At $144,554, Stevens would have had to work 50 hours per week, every week, for 52 weeks

to earn that much. “If I had a client and I’m half way through the year and I’ve received $75,000, and I’m only billing $55 an hour, that might raise a red flag there may have been a mistake in billing,” DeLuca said.

non permissible charges. Griffith said he is conducting an initial review of the paperwork, but he may seek an outside firm to conduct the full forensic audit based on concerns that the investigation may turn into a criminal matter. Forensic audits must be performed by a certified public accountant in order to hold up should criminal charges be filed, he said. He has been forced to lay off the only CPA in his office due to budget cuts.

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“If it becomes a criminal matter we won’t have anyone certified to testify. I don’t want to have all this hard work done and have someone shoot us down because we did not have someone certified to do the audit,” he said. Regardless of who conducts the audit, Griffith said the review will also include an examination of the invoices submitted by the 17 other attorneys who also were paid from the fund to ensure there were no other billing irregularities.

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Comets taking a stand

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2012

DISTRICT 2 CLASS 3A WRESTLING

Crestwood buckles down on defense to fuel a comeback against Pittston Area. By JAY MONAHAN For The Times Leader

EXETER â&#x20AC;&#x201D; When things are clicking, the Pittston Area boys basketball team can be one of the most dangerous teams in the district. And when they arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the difference between night and day. On Friday, Crestwood saw both sides of the Patriots in the District 2 Class 3A quarterfinals. CRESTWOOD The Comets overcame an 11point deficit late in the secPITTSTON ond quarter en AREA route to a 49-37 victory over an exhausted Patriots team to advance to a semifinal matchup Tuesday against Abington Heights. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We told our guys, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The key is just chip away at this,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;? Crestwood coach Mark Atherton said. Chipping away at a seemingly insurmountable lead is precisely what the Comets did in the final 18 minutes of the game. Crestwood achieved it through suffocating defense and a barrage of 3-pointers. Since being down 23-11 with two minutes remaining in the first half, Crestwood outscored the Patriots 38-14. To put the Pittston Areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s late offensive woes into better perspective â&#x20AC;&#x201C; or better yet, Crestwoodâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s defensive prowess â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the Patriotsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; only managed 18 points in the final three quarters after scoring 19 in the first. â&#x20AC;&#x153;(Pittston Area) had a great run in the first quarter,â&#x20AC;? Atherton said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We thought that some of the shots they got were because of some of our guys not doing some of the things we could

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Tunkhannockâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Charlie Generotti off to a strong start along with Coughlinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s squad. By DAVE ROSENGRANT drosengrant@timesleader.com

HAZLETON â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Charlie Generottiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s career at Tunkhannock has taken steps forward each season. After a fourth-place finish in the District 2 Class 3A tournament as a sophomore, he placed third at the event last season. Now a senior, the 170-pounder is two wins away from advancing further and claiming his first district title. Generotti earned one of the See 3A DUALS, Page 4B

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Pittston Areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Jordan Houseman (left) rises up for a shot against Crestwoodâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Brady Gallagher on Friday in the opening round of the District 2 Class 3A boys basketball tournament in Exeter.

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A deep last-second shot that would have given Redeemer the win was off the mark.

The senior came through late in the fourth quarter of Dallasâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; win vs. North Pocono.

YATESVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; When North Pocono turned a pair of steals into consecutive fastbreak baskets midway through the fourth quarter, it appeared Dallasâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; season was slipping away. DALLAS Mountaineers senior Paul Brace wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t preN. POCONO pared to have his season end, though. Brace had a hand in six of seven unanswered buckets as Dallas rallied from a six-point deficit in the final four minutes to defeat the Trojans 64-58 on Friday and advance to the District 2 Class 3A semifinals. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s our spark plug offensively and defensively,â&#x20AC;? Dallas coach Doug Miller said of Brace. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We know that when we can get him out on the break, he will make good things happen for us. He was phenomenal tonight.â&#x20AC;?

quickest pins of the tournament on Fridayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first day of action, putting Crestwoodâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Matt Dexter on his back in 23 seconds to advance to todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s semifinals, which begin at 11 a.m. at Hazleton Area. In the semis, Generotti â&#x20AC;&#x201C; who sports a 32-1 record â&#x20AC;&#x201C; will face Wallenpaupackâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Garrett Zeiler. The Tigers senior defeated this morningâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s opponent last season in the consolations. A win this time around will most likely set up a bout with Delaware Valleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Marc Wagner, a returning state qualifier in the finals, which begin at 6:30 p.m. Generotti, who is one of the

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when Brace, who earlier in the quarter ripped a rebound away Haddix and dished to Jason Simonovich for a layup, took over. â&#x20AC;˘ Brace made a layup, cutting to the basket and taking a pass from Bob Saba â&#x20AC;˘ On a missed three-pointer by North Pocono, Brace took an outlet and passed back to Saba on the break

CARBONDALE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The idea situation didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t materialize in the final seconds Friday night for Holy Redeemer. Scranton Prep made sure it didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t. So with only one alternative left, Redeemer sophomore guard Mike Boutanos took his SCRANTON PREP chances. But when his three-point shot from the deep HOLY left corner REDEEMER sailed a bit too far, Prep breathed a sigh of relief as it held on for a 38-34 victory in a District 2 Class 3A quarterfinal game. The victory put Prep (17-6) into the semifinals on Tuesday. The

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Dallasâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Shane Dunn (left) scored 20 points to lead the Mountaineers in Fridayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s quarterfinal win vs. North Pocono.

Dallas (15-8) will play Scranton Prep, a 38-34 winner over Holy Redeemer on Friday, in the Class 3A semifinals Tuesday at a site to be announced. The winner will earn a spot in the state tournament. North Pocono (11-14) led 5549 with just over four minutes remaining after the baskets by Ricky Goodall on the break â&#x20AC;&#x201C; set up by steals by Justin Haddix and Marty Kelly. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

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Lake-Lehmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Josh Winters, left, and Wyoming Areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ryan Filipiak battle at 145 pounds during Fridayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s District 2 Class 2A Tournament at Lake-Lehman High School.

Defending champions in line to repeat today

Three WVC wrestlers who won district titles last season are two wins from winning again. By MATTHEW SHUTT For The Times Leader

or both at the District 2 Class 2A Wrestling Tournament, and will have a chance to wrestle their way into the regional tournament today when semifinals begin at 11 a.m. at Lake-Lehman High School. The top-three finishers in each weight class will advance to regional tournament in Williamsport. Schutz, a junior, is hunting his third straight district crown, this year in the 132-pound class. Schutz will start his day with a semifinal matchup against LakeLehmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Josh Sayre, a bout he

LEHMAN TWP. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Three Wyoming Valley Conference grapplers took a step towards repeating as district champions Friday night at Lake-Lehman High School. Meyersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Vito Pasone, LakeLehmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Austin Harry and Wyoming Areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Andy Schutz all earned wins in either the preliminary rounds, quarterfinal rounds See REPEAT, Page 4B

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CHAMPIONSHIP S AT U R D AY Freedom Conference tournament Women’s championship Misericordia at King’s 1 p.m. today Scandlon Gymnasium Radio: WRKC (88.5 FM) Web streaming.kings.edu/kcsports Jan. 25: King’s 51, Misericordia 44 Feb. 14: Misericordia 68, King’s 56 Men’s championship Wilkes at Misericordia 4 p.m. today Anderson Center Radio: ESPN (104.1 FM, 1050 AM) Web: espnwilliamsport.com Nov. 30 Wilkes 78, Misericordia 50 Feb. 1: Misericordia 76, Wilkes 61 • Winners earn an automatic berth into the NCAA tournament. • Tickets are $6 for adults, $4 for seniors and $2 for students with ID. Children under 6 get in free.

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One day before they meet for a conference championship, the Misericordia and Wilkes men’s basketball teams dominated the league awards. Misericordia’s Ethan Eichhorst (Hazleton Area) and Trevor Woodruff were named Freedom Conference Player of the Year and Coach of the Year, respectively, on Friday. Wilkes freshman Jourdon Wilson won Freedom Conference Rookie of the Year. Both schools also placed two players on the all-conference team. Eichhorst joined Wilkes’ Kendall Hinze on the first team while Wilkes’ Paul Huch and Misericordia’s Steve Artzerounian made the

LEAGUES County Line Girls Softball League, a newly formed ASA REC league comprised of Girls Softball Organizations from is looking for players or teams interested in playing minimal travel REC ball. Call Bob at 881-8744 for more info. KaPow Hockey Klub will be having spring training for players ages 5-12. Tryouts will run weekly beginning Sun. April 15 from 3:30-5:30 p.m. Kingston Soccer is forming a spring soccer league for U8-U14. Online registration is at www.kingstoncornerkicksystems.com. Contact Ben for additional information at 332-0313.

second team. MEN’S The two schools will face off A L L- F R E E D O M T E A M S at 4 p.m. today in the Freedom FIRST TEAM Conference championship Pos PPG Yr game at the Anderson Center Player Katz, FDU G 14.5 Sr. in Dallas. The winner earns an Adam Alex Nelson, Eastern F 18.8 Sr. automatic berth into the Ethan Eichhorst, MU F 18.1 Sr. Brett Moyer, DeSales F 15.2 Jr. NCAA tournament. 15.6 Sr. At 1 p.m. today, King’s will Kendall Hinze, Wilkes C host Misericordia in the FreeSECOND TEAM dom Conference women’s tiPlayer Pos PPG Yr tle game at Scandlon Gymna- Trevoy Pointer, M’ville G 16.3 Sr. Nathan Bollinger, DelVal G 18.1 So. sium. G/F 15.0 Sr. King’s guard Katlin Mi- Paul Huch, Wilkes Will Green, FDU F 11.8 So. chaels (Berwick) was named a Steve Artzerounian, MU F 14.8 Jr. first-team all-conference on Jeremy Beckett, DelVal F/C 16.2 Jr. the women’s side on ThursPlayer of the year: Ethan Eichhorst, MU day, joining Misericordia’s Rookie of the year: Jourdon Wilson, Wilkes Christine Marks. The Cou- Coach of the year: Trevor Woodruff, MU gars’ Tyann McDaniel made the second team along with Simcox for the Lady MonPaige Carlin and Samantha archs.

MEETINGS Wyoming Chapter of ASA Umpires will meet Monday at 7 p.m. at Konefal’s Restaurant. Tipsy Turtle Over 50 Softball Team will meet Sunday at 6 p.m. at the Jenkins Township Turtle. Wyoming Valley West Baseball Booster Club will meet Monday at 7 p.m. at Murphy’s Pub, Swoyersville. Parents of players are encouraged to attend.

MISERICORDIA (16-10, 10-4) No Player Pos Ht PPG 10 Tyann McDaniel G 5-3 10.9 15 Katie Drayton G 5-6 1.7 00 Jesse Robinson G 5-8 11.3 13 Hannah Seely G 5-6 11.5 33 Christine Marks F/C 6-1 19.1 Coach: Dave Martin Last Freedom Conference title: None

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KING’S (22-4, 13-1) No Player Pos Ht PPG 12 Brittany Muscatell G 5-7 4.5 21 Katlin Michaels G 5-7 10.0 22 Lindsay Atchison G 6-0 5.6 5 Samantha Simcox G/F 5-8 11.0 25 Marissa Manning F 6-0 7.3 Coach: Brian Donoghue Last Freedom Conference title: 2003

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M E N ’ S M AT C H U P WILKES (17-8, 9-5) No Player Pos Ht PPG 1 Jourdon Wilson G 5-10 10.8 4 Matt Mullins G 6-1 14.0 25 Cliff Richardson G 6-0 1.1 30 Paul Huch G/F 6-5 15.0 34 Kendall Hinze C 6-5 15.6 Coach: Jerry Rickrode Last Freedom Conference title: 2001

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8 p.m. ESPN2 — Richmond at Xavier BTN --- Nebraska at Michigan State 9 p.m. ESPN — Syracuse at UConn MEN'S COLLEGE GYMNASTICS 1 p.m. BTN — Ohio State, Brockport at Michigan 3 p.m. BTN — Illinois at Penn State MINOR LEAGUE HOCKEY 7 p.m. WQMY — Syracuse at Wilkes-Barre/Scranton MOTORSPORTS 7:30 p.m. SPEED — Supercross, at Atlanta NHL HOCKEY 1 p.m. NHL, ROOT — Tampa Bay at Pittsburgh 7 p.m. MSG — Buffalo at N.Y. Rangers 8 p.m. NHL — Chicago at Los Angeles 10 p.m. CSN — Philadelphia at Calgary NBA BASKETBALL 8:30 p.m. TNT — Exhibition, Shooting Stars, Skills Challenge, Three-point Contest, and Slam Dunk, at Orlando, Fla. RODEO 9 p.m. NBCSN — PBR, WinStar World Casino Invitational, at Houston (same-day tape) WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL Noon CSN — DePaul at Louisville 6 p.m. PLUS, ROOT — Oklahoma at Texas 8 p.m. PLUS, ROOT — Texas Tech at Texas A&M

MISERICORDIA (20-6, 11-3) No Player Pos Ht PPG 10 Matt Greene G 5-9 9.0 12 Chris Undersinger G 6-0 4.9 33 Jeff Slanovec G 6-3 9.2 23 Ethan Eichhorst F 6-4 18.1 21 Steve Artzerounian F 6-5 14.8 Coach: Trevor Woodruff Last Freedom Conference title: None

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L O C A L C A L E N D A R TODAY'S EVENTS HS BOYS BASKETBALL DISTRICT 2 CLASS 2A Quarterfinals Riverside vs. GAR at Scranton, 2:30 p.m. Holy Cross vs. Hanover Area, at Lackawanna College, 1 p.m. Dunmore vs. Meyers, at Wyoming Area, 1 p.m. HS GIRLS BASKETBALL DISTRICT 2 CLASS 3A Quarterfinals Holy Redeemer vs. Dallas, at Pittston Area, 2:30 p.m. Crestwood vs. Honesdale, at North Pocono, 1 p.m. Nanticoke vs. Valley View, at Pittston Area, 1 p.m. Pittston Area vs. Scranton Prep, at North Pocono, 2:45 p.m. DISTRICT 2 CLASS A Quarterfinal MMI Prep vs. Blue Ridge, at Scranton, 1 p.m. HS SWIMMING District 2 Diving Championships, at Wilkes-Barre CYC, 10 a.m. HS WRESTLING District 2 Class 2A Championships at Lake-Lehman, 11 a.m. District 2 Class 3A Championships at Hazleton Area, 11 a.m. National Prep Championships COLLEGE BASEBALL Widener vs. King’s at Diamond Nation, NJ., 2 p.m. MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL Freedom Conference Championship Wilkes at Misericordia, 4 p.m. WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL Freedom Conference Championship Misericordia at King’s, 1 p.m. MEN'S COLLEGE LACROSSE King’s at Neumann, 1 p.m. WOMEN'S COLLEGE LACROSSE King’s at Hood College, 3 p.m. COLLEGE TRACK AND FIELD MAC Indoor Championships, TBA SUNDAY, FEB. 26 COLLEGE WRESTLING Metropolitan Tournament at Elizabethtown, 10 a.m.

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AUTO RACING 10:30 a.m. SPEED — NASCAR, Sprint Cup, “Happy Hour Series,” final practice for Daytona 500, at Daytona Beach, Fla. 1:15 p.m. ESPN — NASCAR, Nationwide Series, Drive4COPD 300, at Daytona Beach, Fla. BOXING 10 p.m. HBO — Champion Adrien Broner (22-0-0) vs. Eloy Perez (23-0-2), for WBO junior lightweight title;welterweights, Devon Alexander (22-1-0) vs. Marco Maidana (31-2-0), at St. Louis COLLEGE SWIMMING 11 a.m. BTN — Big Ten Championships GOLF Noon TGC — PGA Tour-WGC, Accenture Match Play Championship, quarterfinal matches, at Marana, Ariz. 2 p.m. NBC — PGA Tour-WGC, Accenture Match Play Championship, quarterfinal matches, at Marana, Ariz. TGC — LPGA, Women’s Champions, third round, at Singapore (same-day tape) 6:30 p.m. TGC — PGA Tour, Mayakoba Classic, third round, at Playa del Carmen, Mexico (same-day tape) MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL Noon CBS — National coverage, Vanderbilt at Kentucky ESPN2 — Notre Dame at St. John’s WQMY --- Virginia Tech at Duke PLUS --- St. Francis (Pa.) at Sacred Heart 1 p.m. YES — LaSalle at Fordham 1:30 p.m. MSG — Louisiana State at Mississippi 2 p.m. CBS — Regional coverage, UCLA at Arizona or Villanova at Georgetown ESPN2 — Texas A&M at Oklahoma St. CSN --- St. Louis at Rhode Island 2:30 p.m. WQMY — North Carolina State or Maryland at Georgia Tech 4 p.m. CBS — National coverage, Missouri at Kansas ESPN — North Carolina at Virginia ESPN2 — Creighton at Indiana St. PLUS, ROOT — Memphis at Marshall NBCSN — Air Force at UNLV CSN --- Drexel at Dominion MSG --- Florida at Georgia YES --- Texas at Texas Tech 6 p.m. ESPN — Mississippi St. at Alabama ESPN2 — George Mason at VCU BTN --- Purdue at Michigan

T R A N S A C T I O N S BASEBALL American League KANSAS CITY ROYALS—Agreed to terms with INF Alcides Escobar and INF Johnny Giavotella. National League HOUSTON ASTROS—Agreed to terms with OF Fernando Martinez, LHP Sergio Escalona and RHP Wilton Lopez on one-year contracts. HOCKEY National Hockey League CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS—Signed G Carter Hutton to a one-year contract and assigned him to Rockford (AHL). COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS—Recalled RW Cam Atkinson from Springfield (AHL). DALLAS STARS—Assigned F Matt Fraser to Texas (AHL). FLORIDA PANTHERS—Reassigned D Tyson Strachan to San Antonio (AHL). NASHVILLE PREDATORS—Reassigned D Ryan Ellis to Milwaukee (AHL). NEW JERSEY DEVILS—Sent LW Stephane Veilleux to Albany (AHL) OTTAWA SENATORS—Recalled G Robin Lehner from Binghamton (AHL). ST. LOUIS BLUES—Recalled D Ian Cole from Peoria (AHL). TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS—Placed F Darryl Boyce and F Jay Rosehill on waivers. American Hockey League BRIDGEPORT SOUND TIGERS—Traded D Benn Olson to Houston for future considerations. GRAND RAPIDS GRIFFINS—Signed G Dustin Carlson. LACROSSE National Lacrosse League WASHINGTON STEALTH—Signed G Matt King. SOCCER Major League Soccer PORTLAND TIMBERS—Signed G Joe Bendik. COLLEGE NCAA—Placed Radford on probation for two years for rules violations in men’s basketball and tennis and imposed a five-year, show-cause sanction on former basketball coach Brad Greenberg for attempting to conceal violations. Took away two men’s basketball scholarships over the next two seasons and forced the school to vacate four victories earned with an ineligible player during the 2010-11 season. FLORIDA—Signed football coach Will Muschamp to a contract extension through 2016. MONTANA—Named Timm Rosenbach offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach, and Leon Burtnett safeties coach. STANFORD—Named Pete Alamar special teams coordinator.

H O C K E Y National Hockey League EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA N.Y. Rangers............... 58 38 15 5 81 161 118 New Jersey ................. 59 35 20 4 74 168 162 Philadelphia ................ 60 33 20 7 73 198 183 Pittsburgh .................... 60 34 21 5 73 186 160 N.Y. Islanders.............. 60 25 27 8 58 140 176 Northeast Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Boston.......................... 58 36 20 2 74 194 134 Ottawa .......................... 62 32 22 8 72 190 185 Toronto ........................ 61 29 25 7 65 182 186 Buffalo.......................... 60 26 27 7 59 150 176 Montreal....................... 61 24 27 10 58 160 167 Southeast Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Winnipeg...................... 63 30 26 7 67 161 178 Florida .......................... 59 27 20 12 66 146 165 Washington ................. 60 29 26 5 63 161 173 Tampa Bay................... 60 27 27 6 60 169 201 Carolina ....................... 61 23 26 12 58 160 184 WESTERN CONFERENCE Central Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Detroit .......................... 62 41 18 3 85 194 145 St. Louis....................... 61 37 17 7 81 155 123 Nashville ...................... 61 35 19 7 77 170 158 Chicago........................ 62 33 22 7 73 192 182 Columbus .................... 60 18 35 7 43 142 198 Northwest Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Vancouver ................... 61 39 16 6 84 199 150 Calgary ........................ 61 28 23 10 66 146 165 Colorado ...................... 61 30 27 4 64 155 169 Minnesota.................... 60 27 24 9 63 134 156 Edmonton .................... 60 24 30 6 54 161 178 Pacific Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA San Jose ...................... 59 32 20 7 71 172 149 Phoenix........................ 61 31 21 9 71 161 154 Dallas ........................... 61 31 26 4 66 158 168 Los Angeles ................ 61 27 22 12 66 129 135 Anaheim ...................... 61 26 25 10 62 157 173 NOTE: Two points for a win, one point for overtime loss. Thursday's Games Anaheim 3, Carolina 2, SO Minnesota 3, Florida 2, SO Vancouver 4, Detroit 3, SO St. Louis 3, Nashville 2, SO Phoenix 4, Calgary 3, SO San Jose 2, Toronto 1 Winnipeg 4, Tampa Bay 3 Dallas 3, Chicago 1 Edmonton 2, Philadelphia 0 Friday's Games Vancouver 2, New Jersey 1 N.Y. Islanders 4, N.Y. Rangers 3 SO Washington 4, Montreal 1 Colorado 5, Columbus 0 Buffalo 2, Boston 1 Minnesota at Dallas, late Today's Games Tampa Bay at Pittsburgh, 1 p.m. St. Louis at Winnipeg, 2 p.m. Phoenix at Edmonton, 4 p.m. Washington at Toronto, 7 p.m. Boston at Ottawa, 7 p.m.

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REGISTRATION/TRYOUTS

BY ROXY ROXBOROUGH

Ashley/Newtown Little League will be holding registrations for the upcoming season today from 10 a.m. – Noon at the Hanover Area High School cafeteria. Registrations will be $40 per child or $60 per family for little league and $65 per child or $90 per family for junior and senior league baseball. Remember to bring along a copy of birth certificate and three forms or proof of residency to meet Little League requirements. Avoca/Dupont Little League will hold registrations at the upper Avoca Little League field clubhouse from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday and Monday. Registration fee is $60 per player and $75 per family. Teener baseball sign-up fee is $60 each player. Dupont Softball/Teeball will hold signups Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 6-9 p.m. at Dupont field house on 200 Elm St., Dupont. Open to all, no boundary restrictions. T-ball for boys and girls ages 4-7; softball for girls ages 7-17. Call Bob at 881-8744 for info or visit http://dupontsoftball.clubspaces.com. Hanover Area Little League will hold final registration today from 10 a.m. to noon in the cafeteria at Hanover Area High School. All children residing in Warrior Run, Sugar Notch and Hanover Twp., excluding Preston and Newtown, ages 4-16 as of April 30, are eligible to play. Registration costs are $45 per player (ages 4-12) or $75 per family. Cost for Junior/Senior league, ages 13-16, is $65 per player. E-mail questions to hanoverareall@yahoo.com. Mountain Top Area Little League Baseball and Softball will hold its final registration today from 1-3:30 p.m. at Crestwood High School. Baseball and softball programs for boys and girls ages 6-15 (by April 30). For additional information, call Terry at 823-7949 or visit www.mountaintoparealittleleague.com. Nanticoke American Legion Baseball will hold sign-ups today from 1-3 p.m. at the Nanticoke Legion Hall on West Broad St. in Nanticoke. Eligible participants will be between the ages of 13-18, and reside in the Nanticoke, Northwest

BOXING REPORT: In the WBA super welterweight title fight on May 5 in Las Vegas, Nevada, Floyd Mayweather Jr. is -$650 vs. Miguel Cotto at +$450; in the WBA/IBF welterweight title fight on May 19 in Las Vegas, Nevada, Amir Khan is -$450 vs. Lamont Peterson at +$350; in the WBO welterweight title fight on June 9 in Las Vegas, Nevada, Manny Pacquiao is -$400 vs. Timothy Bradley at +$300. Follow Eckstein on Twitter at www.twitter.com/vegasvigorish. NBA Favorite

Points

Underdog

HARVARD

Penn

YALE

4.5

Cornell

Sunday

TOLEDO

W Michigan

NBA All-Star Game

LONG BEACH ST

Cal-Riverside

Temple

1.5

ST. JOSEPH’S

CHARLOTTE

St. Bona

FLA ATLANTIC

9.5

Troy

FLORIDA INT’L

1.5

S Alabama

Tulsa

2.5

TULANE

SOUTHERN MISS

10.5

EAST

2.5

West

College Basketball Favorite

Points

Underdog

MINNESOTA

PPD

Indiana

DUKE

14.5

Virginia Tech

DELAWARE

5.5

Northeastern

OHIO U

PPD

Akron

OHIO ST

PPD

Wisconsin

KENTUCKY

Vanderbilt

Notre Dame

5.5

ST. JOHN’S

LaSalle

FORDHAM

WAKE FOREST

Boston College

MISSISSIPPI

Lsu

BAYLOR

Oklahoma

KANSAS ST

Iowa St

OKLAHOMA ST

4.5

Texas A&M

GEORGETOWN

10.5

Villanova

DEPAUL

Providence

Duquesne

GEORGE WASH

Georgia St

WILLIAM & MARY

Creighton

INDIANA ST

Illinois St

BRADLEY

Northern Iowa

SO ILLINOIS

EVANSVILLE

2.5

Missouri St

Saint Louis

13.5

RHODE ISLAND

ARIZONA

Ucla

CLEVELAND ST

11.5

Wright St

Wisc-Green Bay

2.5

ILLINOIS-CHI

Detroit

YOUNGSTOWN ST

Maryland

GEORGIA TECH

CLEMSON

3.5

NC State

BUFFALO

8.5

Miami-Ohio

BOWLING GREEN

2.5

Kent St

Wisconsin-Milw

5.5

LOYOLA-CHICAGO

Memphis

2.5

MARSHALL

HOFSTRA JAMES MADISON OLD DOMINION

NC-Wilmington

12.5

Towson

Drexel

VIRGINIA COMM

George Mason

Florida

GEORGIA

Arkansas

AUBURN LOUISIANA TECH.

2.5

Hawaii

WYOMING

7.5

Boise St

UNLV

17.5

Air Force

N Carolina

3.5

VIRGINIA

Texas

TEXAS TECH

KANSAS

Missouri

Ball St

E MICHIGAN

E CAROLINA

Uab

Stanford

11.5

UTAH

SETON HALL

8.5

Rutgers

DAYTON

4.5

Massachusetts

MICHIGAN

5.5

Purdue

Columbia

BROWN

BYU

Portland

Middle Tenn St

W KENTUCKY

Mississippi St

ALABAMA New Mexico

8.5

TCU

Gonzaga

SAN DIEGO

Princeton

DARTMOUTH

Buffalo at N.Y. Rangers, 7 p.m. Florida at Carolina, 7 p.m. Colorado at Detroit, 7 p.m. Chicago at Los Angeles, 8 p.m. San Jose at Nashville, 8 p.m. Philadelphia at Calgary, 10 p.m. Sunday's Games Tampa Bay at New Jersey, 1 p.m. Columbus at Pittsburgh, 1 p.m. Vancouver at Dallas, 3 p.m. N.Y. Islanders at Ottawa, 5 p.m. Montreal at Florida, 5 p.m. San Jose at Minnesota, 6 p.m. Chicago at Anaheim, 7 p.m.

American Hockey League EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division GP W L OL SL Pts St. John’s .............. 52 33 13 5 1 72 Manchester ........... 57 28 26 0 3 59 Worcester.............. 51 24 18 4 5 57 Providence............ 54 25 23 3 3 56 Portland ................. 53 24 23 3 3 54 East Division GP W L OL SL Pts Penguins.............. 55 32 16 2 5 71 Norfolk ................... 54 33 18 1 2 69 Hershey ................. 55 29 17 4 5 67 Syracuse ............... 52 21 23 4 4 50 Binghamton........... 53 21 29 2 1 45 Northeast Division GP W L OL SL Pts Connecticut........... 53 26 17 5 5 62 Bridgeport ............. 51 28 18 3 2 61 Albany .................... 52 24 20 5 3 56 Springfield ............. 53 24 25 2 2 52 Adirondack............ 52 24 25 2 1 51 WESTERN CONFERENCE Midwest Division GP W L OL SL Pts Charlotte................ 54 30 19 2 3 65 Chicago ................. 52 30 18 1 3 64 Peoria .................... 54 29 22 2 1 61 Milwaukee ............. 51 26 22 2 1 55 Rockford................ 53 21 26 2 4 48 North Division GP W L OL SL Pts Toronto .................. 54 30 18 4 2 66 Lake Erie ............... 55 27 24 2 2 58 Rochester.............. 54 24 21 6 3 57 Hamilton ................ 53 24 24 1 4 53 Grand Rapids........ 51 21 21 5 4 51

GF 174 148 136 130 149

GA 147 165 134 148 176

GF 180 192 187 166 145

GA 167 148 165 172 173

GF 160 155 134 152 144

GA 151 140 153 166 153

GF 152 153 164 144 151

GA 145 132 151 138 179

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GA 133 153 165 160 168

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Tennessee

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Richmond

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Nebraska

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Utep

HOUSTON

UL-LAFAYETTE

Smu

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UL-Monroe

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San Jose St

Northwestern

Syracuse

PENN ST

CONNECTICUT CAL-DAVIS

CS-Fullerton

SAN DIEGO ST

7.5

Colorado St

Nevada

1.5

FRESNO ST

CAL-IRVINE

6.5

CS-Northridge

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Cal-Poly SLO

St. Mary’s-CA

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SAN FRANCISCO

LOYOLAM’MOUNT

Santa Clara

Appalachian St

W CAROLINA Charleston

8.5

Davidson

WOFFORD

CITADEL GA SOUTHERN

7.5

ELON

Furman NC-Greensboro

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5.5

E Illinois

TENN-CHATT

Samford

MOREHEAD ST

12.5

SIU-Edw’ville

AUSTIN PEAY

SE Missouri St

Murray St

TENNESSEE TECH

JACK’VILLE ST

Tenn-Martin

MONTANA

Montana St

IDAHO ST

Sacramento St

3.5

E Washington

PORTLAND ST

NHL Favorite

Odds

Underdog

PENGUINS

-$240/ +$200

Lightning

Blues

-$125/ +$105

JETS

Coyotes

-$125/ +$105

OILERS

RED WINGS

$245/ +$205

Avalanche

HURRICANES

-$125/ +$105

Panthers

MAPLE LEAFS

-$140/ +$120

Capitals

RANGERS

-$200/ +$170

Sabres

Bruins

-$125/ +$105

SENATORS

PREDATORS

-$135/ +$115

Sharks

Blackhawks

-$110/$110

KINGS

Flyers

-$125/ +$105

FLAMES

West Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Oklahoma City...... 53 34 14 2 3 73 156 113 Houston ................. 53 25 16 3 9 62 143 144 Abbotsford ............ 52 28 20 3 1 60 125 131 San Antonio .......... 53 28 22 2 1 59 137 148 Texas ..................... 53 23 26 2 2 50 158 172 NOTE: Two points are awarded for a win, one point for an overtime or shootout loss. Thursday's Games Lake Erie 4, Hershey 2 Penguins 7, Manchester 6, SO Friday's Games Connecticut 5, Portland 1 Grand Rapids 6, Lake Erie 1 Charlotte 6, Oklahoma City 2 Norfolk 3, Binghamton 2 Hamilton 3, St. John’s 2 SO Springfield 2, Bridgeport 1 SO Providence 5, Worcester 3 Albany 3, Syracuse 1 Rochester 2, Adirondack 0 Milwaukee 4, Abbotsford 1 San Antonio 2, Peoria 1 Houston at Texas, late Rockford at Chicago, late Today's Games Grand Rapids at Toronto, 5 p.m. Oklahoma City at Charlotte, 7 p.m. Providence at Bridgeport, 7 p.m. Portland at Worcester, 7 p.m. Norfolk at Hershey, 7 p.m. Connecticut at Springfield, 7 p.m. Albany at Manchester, 7 p.m. Adirondack at Binghamton, 7:05 p.m. Syracuse at Penguins, 7:05 p.m. Lake Erie at Rochester, 7:35 p.m. Abbotsford at Chicago, 8 p.m. Houston at Texas, 8 p.m. Milwaukee at Rockford, 8:05 p.m. San Antonio at Peoria, 8:30 p.m.

B A S K E T B A L L District 2 Basketball Tournament BOYS CLASS 4A (2 teams to states) Quarterfinals Friday, Feb. 24

Williamsport 77, Wyoming Valley West 59 Saturday, Feb. 25 Delaware Valley vs. Wallenpaupack, at North Pocono, 4:30 p.m. Semifinals Wednesday, Feb. 29 Williamsport vs. Scranton, TBA Saturday’s winner vs. Hazleton Area, TBA Final Saturday, March 3 Semifinals winners, TBA BOYS CLASS 3A (2 teams to states) Quarterfinals Friday, Feb. 24 Crestwood 49, Pittston Area 37 Abington Heights 45, Tunkhannock 30 Dallas 64, North Pocono 58 Scranton Prep 38, Holy Redeemer 34 Semifinals Tuesday, Feb. 28 Crestwood vs. Abington Heights, TBA Scranton Prep vs. Dallas, TBA Final Friday, March 2 Semifinal winners, TBA BOYS CLASS 2A (3 teams to states) Quarterfinals Saturday, Feb. 25 Montrose vs. Holy Cross, at Lackawanna College, 2:30 p.m. Riverside vs. GAR, at Scranton, 2:30 p.m. Lakeland vs. Hanover Area, at Lackawanna College, 1 p.m. Dunmore vs. Meyers, at Wyoming Area, 1 p.m. Semifinals Wednesday, Feb. 29 Montrose/Holy Cross winner vs. Riverside/GAR winner, TBA Lakeland/Hanover Area winner vs. Dunmore/ Meyers winner, TBA Final Saturday, March 3 Semifinals winners, TBA Third-place game Saturday, March 3 Semifinals losers, TBA BOYS CLASS A (2 teams to states) Semifinals Tuesday, Feb. 28 Susquehanna vs. MMI Prep, TBA Forest City vs. Old Forge, TBA Final Friday, March 2 Semifinals winners, TBA GIRLS CLASS 4A (2 teams to states) Quarterfinals Thursday, Feb. 23 Wyoming Valley West 65, Delaware Valley 30 Friday, Feb. 24 Hazleton Area 43, Williamsport 40 Wallenpaupack 51, Scranton 29 Semifinals Monday, Feb. 27 Wallenpaupack vs. Wyoming Valley West, TBA Tuesday, Feb. 28 Abington Heights vs. Hazleton Area, TBA Final Friday, March 2 Semifinals winners, TBA GIRLS CLASS 3A (2 teams to states)

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or Hanover Area school districts. Registration fee is $100. Any questions, call Joe at 814-1430. Nanticoke Area Little League will be having final registration today and Sunday from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the GNA Elementary Center cafeteria. Three proofs of residency are required for all players. If there are questions, please call Wade at 735-0189 or visit www.nanticokelittleleague.com. NWBLL Registrations will be today at Hollenback Golf Course from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information, email NWBLL@ptd.net. Northwest Little League registrations will be held today from 8 a.m. – Noon at the Northwest High School cafeteria. For more information, visit eteamz.com/nwall. Plymouth West Side Fast-Pitch Softball will be holding sign-ups today from 10 a.m. to noon at the Plymouth Borough Building. Cost is $35 for the first child and $50 for family. For more information, call Shawn at 406-2385. Plymouth Little League will hold registration today from 1-3 p.m. at Plymouth Hose Co. No. 1, Gaylord Ave. Registration fees are $35 per player or $50 per family. For more information, call Mike Spece at 328-4612. Rampage Travel Girls Basketball Team is holding a tryout for 4th and 5th grade girls Sunday at 12:30 p.m. at the Butler Community Center in Drums. Any girl interested can contact Chris at 233-4855. South Wilkes-Barre Little League will be holding sign-ups for this season today from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sign-ups will be held at two locations: Firwood Church, 130 Old River Road, and at Stanton Bowling Lanes. Players ages 4-14 are elgible. Any player residing in the Mayflower section of Wilkes-Barre is eligible. Cost is $60 per family for T-ball through Little League, $55 or $80 for family for Junior league. There will also be a $30 deposit for a lottery ticket fundraiser. More information can be found at www.swblittleleague.com. Swoyersville Softball Slow-Pitch League will be holding sign-ups today from noon to 3 p.m. at the borough building on Main Street for girls ages 7-17. For more information, call Craig at 287-8074. UPCOMING EVENTS Abington Heights High School Softball Team will host a skills clinic today from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the high school gym for girls ages 5-17. Cost is $25 for fielding and hitting, $25 for pitching or $35 for all three. Registration for pitching is 8:30-9 a.m. and pitchers are asked to bring a catcher. Hitting/ fielding registration will be from 11-11:30 a.m. Players should bring gloves, bats and proper shoes for indoor instruction. For additional information, contact John Kelly at 504-4808 or e-mail coachkelly@ahsd.org. King’s College Specialty Baseball Camps will be held on Sunday in the King’s College Scandlon Gymnasium. The program is designed for players in K-12th grade. For additional information, go to www.kingscollegeathletics.com or contact Coach Greeley at baseball@kings.edu or call 592-7797. Bulletin Board items will not be accepted over the telephone. Items may be faxed to 831-7319, emailed to tlsports@timesleader.com or dropped off at the Times Leader or mailed to Times Leader, c/o Sports, 15 N, Main St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0250. Quarterfinals Saturday, Feb. 25 Holy Redeemer vs. Dallas, at Pittston Area, 2:30 p.m. Crestwood vs. Honesdale, at North Pocono, 1 p.m. Nanticoke vs. Valley View, at Pittston Area, 1 p.m. Pittston Area vs. Scranton Prep, at North Pocono, 2:45 p.m. Semifinals Wednesday, Feb. 29 Holy Redeemer/Dallas winner vs. Crestwood/ Honesdale winner, TBA Nanticoke/Valley View winner vs. Pittston Area/Scranton Prep winner, TBA Final Saturday, March 3 Semifinals winners, TBA GIRLS CLASS 2A (3 teams to states) Quarterfinals Friday, Feb. 24 Montrose 52, Holy Cross 49 Riverside 44, Meyers 41 Dunmore 55, Wyoming Seminary 14 Mid Valley 46, Lake-Lehman 40 Semifinals Tuesday, Feb. 28 Montrose vs. Riverside, TBA Dunmore vs. Mid Valley, TBA Final Friday, March 2 Semifinals winners, TBA Third-place game Friday, March 2 Semifinals losers, TBA GIRLS CLASS A (2 teams to states) Quarterfinal Saturday, Feb. 25 MMI Prep vs. Blue Ridge, at Scranton, 1 p.m. Semifinals Wednesday, Feb. 29 Forest City vs. MMI Prep/Blue Ridge winner, TBA Northwest vs. Old Forge, TBA Final Saturday, March 3 Semifinal winners, TBA

B O X I N G Fight Schedule Today At Stuttgart, Germany, Dominik Britsch vs. Roberto Santos, 12, middleweights; Alexander Povetkin vs. Marco Huck, 12, for Povetkin’s WBA World heavyweight title. At Cardiff, Wales, Nathan Cleverly vs. Tommy Karpency, 12, for Cleverly’s WBO light heavyweight title. At St. Louis (HBO), Marcos Maidana vs. Devon Alexander, 10, welterweights; Sharif Bogere vs. Sergio Rivera, 10, junior welterweights; Adrien Broner vs. Eloy Perez, 12, for Broner’s WBO junior lightweight title. March 2 At Chonburi, Thailand, Pongsaklek Wonjongkam vs. Sonny Boy Jaro, 12, for Wonjongkam’s WBC flyweight title. At Hollywood, Fla. (ESPN2), Joan Guzman vs. Jesus Pabon, 10, junior welterweights; Ed Paredes vs. Cosme Rivera, 10, welterweights.

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• On a missed 14-footer by the Trojans, Simonovich sent Brace out free for a tying layup with 2:40 remaining. • Along the sideline while in their zone defense, Brace stepped between two North Pocono players, cleanly picked off a pass, and started the other way, dealing to Don Behm for a layup. • After Shane Dunn made a layup on an entry pass from Simonovich, Saba grabbed a rebound of a North Pocono miss and started the break, outletting to Brace for another easy basket • After two Trojan free throw misses, Brace worked the halfcourt offense down low to Sinomovich for another 2-footer and a 63-55 Dallas lead with 49 seconds remaining.

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Cavaliers will play Dallas at a site and time to be announced. Redeemer ended its season at 10-13 but tried to extend it by hitting a three-pointer while down 36-34 with three seconds left. Reedemer regained control of the ball on a rebound by Shahael Wallace off a missed Prep free throw with 25 seconds left. The Royals called timeout and set up a play for senior Will Cavanaugh at the top of the key. Prep’s J.J. Fives snuffed out

Riverside rallies from a 12-point halftime deficit to hold off the Mohawks. By TOM ROBINSON For The Times Leader

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Crestwood’s John Fazzini (right) drives the lane against Pittston Area’s Steve Stravinski on Friday. Fazzini scored a game-high 25 points to help rally the Comets to the quarterfinal victory.

league,” Kiesinger said. “He did a tremendous job both on the offensive end and defensive end, and he doesn’t get the respect that he should.” “We’ve got six seniors, and they knew this could be their last game,” Dallas coach Doug Miller said. “We knew they had they had two good outside shooters and the one good post player. In the first half, we weren’t boxing out. When we were able to get to their misses, it was rebound and run … that’s our game.” It was an exciting conclusion to a game that was up for grabs throughout. Both teams had leads as great as eight points, but there were seven ties and 12 lead changes. Brace finished with 17 points and 11 assists, keying the Mountaineers’ ball movement. Dallas had 21 assists on 29 field goals Friday. Dunn led Dallas with 20 points, 10 rebounds and four blocks. Simonovich (12 points) and Saba each had seven rebounds. North Pocono got a game-high 21 points from center Jack Wilthat option, and the ball eventually swung over to Boutanos. Boutanos, known more as a high-energy defender and ball handler, couldn’t get the shot to drop. Prep then tacked on two free throws to seal the victory. “It was his only shot of the game,” Redeemer coach Mark Belenski said. “As a sophomore, he’s a gutsy, confident kid, but he just missed it. If he knocks it down, he’s a hero. But he is not a goat. He’s a great kid and he’ll be back.” Neither team was able to sway the momentum its way throughout. There were 10 lead changes, including six in the final quarter.

PITTSTON AREA (37): Houseman 5 0-0 10, Schwab 0 1-2 1, Crawford 0 0-0 0, Sklanka 3 3-4 10, McDermott 0 0-0 0, Stravinski 6 1-1 16, Gross 0 0-0 0, Delaney 0 0-0 0, Emmett 0 0-0 0, Lobrutto 0 0-0 0, Peterson 0 0-0 0; Totals: 14 5-7 37 CRESTWOOD (49): Gallagher 2 1-2 7, Judge 0 0-0 0, J. Fazzini 8 4-6 25, C. Fazzini 3 6-8 14, Roberts 1 0-0 3, Markowski 0 0-0 0, Prohaska 0 0-0 0;

Totals: 14 11-16 49 Pittston Area ................................ 19 6 9 3 — 37 Crestwood .................................... 9 10 12 18 — 49 3-Point Field Goals— PA 4 (Stravinski 3, Sklanka); CRE 10 (J. Fazzini 5, Gallagher 2, C. Fazzini 2, Roberts)

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Paul Brace (left) came through in the fourth quarter for Dallas, finishing with a double-double of 17 points and 11 assists.

liams, who had nine rebounds. Billy Morrell had 12 points and 12 rebounds, and Kelly had 11 points. NORTH POCONO (58): Haddix, 3 1-2 8, Goodall

The last came with 1:57 to play when Prep converted a Redeemer miss into a layup by Mac Temples and a 33-32 advantage. The Cavaliers were able to go up 35-32 before Wallace, another Redeemer sophomore, hit a short turnaround jumper with 39 seconds remaining. Fives scored 11 points to pace Prep, which was playing for the first time in 10 days. Coach Joe Ferguson, though, didn’t see that as much of a factor. “I would credit Holy Redeemer,” Ferguson said. “I think Mark is an outstanding coach and he had his team ready. I was kind of hoping we wouldn’t play them

3 0-0 6, Kelly 3 3-3 11, Dial 0 0-0 0, Morrell 0 0-0 0, Carlino 6 0-0 12, Williams 9 5-9 21; Totals: 23 9-14 58. DALLAS (64): Behm 2 0-1 4, Brace 8 1-3 17, Saba 3 1-2 8, Simonovich 6 0-0 12, Dunn 9 1-3 20, Ross 1 1-1 3, Ostrum 0 0-0 0; Totals: 29 4-10 64. North Pocono............................... 16 12 16 14 — 58 Dallas ............................................ 16 8 19 21 — 64 3-Point Field Goals— NP 3 (Kelly 2, Haddix); DAL 2 (Saba, Dunn).

because I’ve seen them. I know they just haven’t quite put it together, but they have some kids who did a real nice job.” Wallace was one of them. He came off the bench and added some much-needed rebounding with five boards. Still, Prep won the rebounding battle 29-14. He and senior Ryan DeRemer finished with 11 points each. HOLY REDEEMER (34): DeRemer 3 2-2 11, Cavanaugh 1 0-0 2, Ell 2 0-0 5, Choman 1 3-4 5, Prociak 0 0-0 0, Wallace 5 1-2 11, Boutanos 0 0-0 0, Kane 0 0-0 0; totals: 12 6-8 34 SCRANTON PREP (38): Temples 2 3-5 7, Bannon 0 0-0 0, Fives 2 5-6 11, Walsh 2 4-4 8, Beh 2 0-0 4, McDonald 3 2-4 8, Kopicki 0 0-0 0; Totals: 11 1419 38 Holy Redeemer .................................. 7 9 8 10 — 34 Scranton Prep..................................... 9 8 8 13 — 38 3-Point Field Goals— HR 4 (DeRemer 3, Ell); SP 2 (Fives 2)

Shorthanded Seminary squad can’t match Dunmore SCRANTON — Dunmore poured in five 3-pointers during a streak of 21 straight first-quarter points and went on to demolish a short-handed Wyoming Seminary team, 55-14, Friday night in a District 2 Class 2A girls basketball quarterfinal. Wyoming Seminary’s Ann Romanowski scored off the opening

tip, but the Blue Knights managed just one more field goal while Dunmore was racing to a 36-5 lead with 2:05 left in the first half. The six-time defending champion Lady Bucks got 13 points, five assists and five steals from Alexa Gerchman. Freshman Kayleigh Semion hit three 3-pointers for her nine points, Sarah Ross grabbed nine rebounds and Mol-

ly Burke contributed eight Dunmore pushed its lead beyond points, three assists and three 40 points. steals. WYOMING SEMINARY (14): Romanowski 2 Spring break and injuries com- 1-2 5, Neare 0 0-0 0, Gabriel 0 0-0 0, Henry 0 0-0 0, McMullan 2 2-2 6, Karg 1 1-2 3, Stemrich 0 0-0 0. bined to make almost half of Totals 5 4-6 14. DUNMORE (55): Burke 3 0-0 8, Connors 3 0-0 7, Wyoming Seminary’s roster un- Gerchman 4 3-4 13, Semion 3 0-0 9, Murray 0 0-0 0, Korgeski 3 1-2 7, Ross 2 0-0 4, Dempsey 1 0-0 3, available for the game. Ragnacci 1 0-0 2, Revta 0 0-0 0, Maciejewski 0 2-2 2, Bridget McMullan led the Blue Peluacci 0 0-0 0, Regan 0 0-0 0, Higgins 0 0-0 0. Totals 20 6-8 55. Knights with six points before Wyoming Seminary ...................... 4 5 1 4 — 14 Dunmore ......................................... 21 15 13 6 — 55 fouling out. 3-Point Field Goals— WS 0; Dunmore 9 (Semion 3, The final 6:40 of the game was Burke 2, Gerchman 2, Connors, Dempsey played with a running clock after

CLASS 4A GIRLS QUARTERFINALS

Hazleton Area builds up big lead, survives late scare By JUSTIN BEITER For The Times Leader

BERWICK — If the playoffs are about survive and advance, then Hazleton Area did just enough of both Friday night. The Cougars, who led by 16 points with 3:15 left to play, held off a late Williamsport rally to pull out a 43-40 win. With the victory, Hazleton Area advances to play Abington Heights in a District 2 Class 4A semifinal Tuesday. “In the playoffs, its about win and advance,” Hazleton Area coach Joe Gavio said. “It doesn’t

matter how you got there. We did what we had to in order to win, and we’re proud of our girls. Our team is resiliant, and our kids don’t want to stop playing.” The Cougars used three-point shooting and a full-court press to get an early jump on the Millionaires. Back-to-back three-pointers by Alyssa Pfeil (who matched a season high with 11 points) and Becca Zamonas gave Hazleton Area a 20-6 lead just over a minute into the second quarter. Williamsport was only able to score five first-half field goals, and trailed 2812 at halftime. The lead ballooned

to 32-13 early in the third quarter before both teams got sloppy and the turnovers started to pile up. Williamsport was able to step up its defense and create mistakes, but the Millionaires could not convert on offensive and trailed 35-20 entering the final period. Hazleton Area (9-14) was able to survive a 7-for-22 night at the free throw line, which included 4-for-15 in the fourth quarter. “We’re better foul shooters than that,” Gavio said. “They were fouling us every second, and we were able to let them in the game by missing them. But it got to the

SCRANTON — Kellie Nash’s free throws were just about all the offense Riverside could manage early. In the end, the two foul shots Nash made with 9.8 seconds left finally clinched a 44-41 victory over upset-minded Meyers in the opener of a District 2 Class 2A girls basketball quarterfinal doubleheader at Scranton High School. Nash went 9-for-10 from the line while scoring 19 points and grabbing six rebounds. She had nine points in the fourth quarter when Rebecca Mekilo had all six of her points as the Lady Vikes erased the last six points of what had been a 12-point halftime deficit. Free throw shooting was a big part of the win. Riverside was 16-for-21 from the line while Meyers was 2-for-8. First, however, the Lady Vikes discovered their touch from 3-point range. “The thing we were most worried about coming into the game was the 3-point line,” Meyers coach Chris Gray said. “That was the base of our defense. “For some reason in the first few minutes of the third quarter, we lost them.” Madison Haduck had eight points in a 13-2 start to the second half. Haduck and Taylor Berto each had two 3-pointers in the quarter, but Meyers pushed the lead back to 33-27 going into the fourth. “All of a sudden they were

point where we didn’t handle the ball well again.” Williamsport (9-13) was never in a position to tie the game down the stretch. The Cougars did an excellent job on 1,000-point scorer Rachel Fatherly, who was held to 12 points on only three field goals. HAZLETON AREA (43): Bono 2 1-2 6, Schoennagle 3 2-3 10, Wolk 0 0-0 0, Sitch 3 0-3 6, Pfeil 5 0-0 11, Woznicki 0 2-2 2, Bachman 0 2-8 2, Ciccozzi 0 0-2 0, Carter 0 0-1 0, Zamonas 2 0-0 6; Totals: 15 7-21 43 WILLIAMSPORT (40): Littles 0 0-0 0, Evans 3 3-4 9, Southard 0 0-0 0, Thomas 3 0-0 6, Whaley 1 5-12 7, Erb 0 0-0 0, Belle 3 0-0 6, Fatherly 3 6-10 12; Totals: 13 14-26 40 Hazleton Area ................................ 14 14 7 8 — 43 Williamsport.................................... 6 6 8 20 — 40 3-Point Field Goals— HA 6 (Schoennagle 2, Zamonas 2, Bono, Pfeil)

right back in the game,” Gray said. “Obviously, that’s not the way you want to start the second half when you have all the momentum going.” Meyers limited Riverside to six points in the final 12 minutes of the first half to take a 2311 lead. The Mohawks overcame five steals by Riverside’s pressure defense in the first quarter by hitting seven of their first 11 shots for a 16-9 lead in the opening seconds of the second quarter. Nash, who was 6-for-6 from the line in the first half, hit two free throws with 7:19 left in the second quarter, but Riverside did not score again before intermission. Amy Kowalczyk hit a 3pointer in each of the first two quarters and had all 10 of her points in the first half for Meyers Jazma Robertson had 10 points and 12 rebounds. With the other Meyers inside players in foul trouble, Robertson had a big second quarter, stealing three entry passes, blocking a shot and grabbing three rebounds on the defensive end. She then pulled in an offensive rebound and scored with a second left for the 12-point halftime lead. Brianna Dimaggio added nine points, four assists and three steals for the Mohawks. Mekilo had nine steals for Riverside. MEYERS (41): Dimaggio 3 1-2 9, Kowalczyk 4 0-0 10, Biggs 3 0-0 7, Robertson 5 0-0 10, Winder 1 1-2 3, Soto 0 0-0 0, Moses 0 0-0 0, Martinez 0 0-0 0. Totals 16 2-4 41. RIVERSIDE (44): Mekilo 1 4-5 6, Berto 2 2-3 8, Haduck 3 0-0 8, Donahue 1 1-3 3, Nash 5 9-10 19, Burnside 0 0-0 0, Keller 0 0-0 0, Buffton 0 0-0 0, Janesko 0 0-0 0. Totals 12 16-21 44. Meyers ......................................... 14 9 10 8 — 41 Riverside...................................... 9 2 16 17 — 44 3-Point Field Goals— MEY 5 (Dimaggio 2, Kowalczyk 2, Biggs), RIV 4 (Berto 2, Haduck 2)

CLASS 2A GIRLS QUARTERFINALS

Lehman bows out against Mid Valley The Spartans used an advantage on the glass to finish off a comeback win. By JOHN MEDEIROS jmedeiros@timesleader.com

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COMETS do a better job of. “Realistically, for the most part, our shots were just rimming in and out.” The Comets held Steve Stravinski to just three points in the second half and the Patriots as a whole to three points in the fourth quarter. “Crestwood is a very tough team,” Pittston Area coach Alan Kiesinger said. “I want that in the paper. They get all the credit. They did a phenomenal job defensively.” John Fazzini carried the Comets at both ends of the court. Fazzini finished with 25 points – including a 3-point shot at the buzzer to end the third – after having just one through the first eight minutes. His brother Chris also contributed with 14 points. The Comets took their first lead of the game with 4:30 remaining when John Fazzini knocked a three for a 37-35 lead. That started Crestwood on a 15-2 run to finish the game. Stravinski scored 16 points in his final game for Pittston Area. “He’s the best player in the

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YATESVILLE — Lake-Lehman had a 10-point lead entering the second half. Obviously, Mid Valley had the Black Knights right where it wanted them. The Spartans roared back to stun Lake-Lehman 46-40 in a District 2 Class 2A quarterfinal Friday night at Pittston Area. “In the first half, we weren’t making enough of an effort on rebounds,” Mid Valley coach Bob Doughton said. “We weren’t getting back into the game if we didn’t box out more.” The game could be summed up in one possession from each half. In the second quarter, Mid Valley (16-10) missed five shots on one trip up the floor before Carol Mosier pulled down a rebound for the Black Knights (17-7). Nikki Sutliff connected with Emily Sutton in transition, then hit a three from the top of the key on a kickout pass from Sutton to give Lehman its biggest lead of the night – 21-9 with 2:38 remaining in the first half. “I was more upset with our lack of possessions,” Doughton said. “We just stood around early on. “But we played well against their outside shooting. I don’t know if they had a jumper all night, except for that threepointer.”

Doughton was right. LakeLehman scored all but Sutliff’s trey from in the paint or at the free-throw line. Mid Valley had another similar possession in the fourth quarter. This time, Haley Drutarovsky got the rebound after the fifth miss and put home the stickback for the Spartans. It gave them a 37-34 lead with five minutes remaining. Drutarovsky’s bucket was part of a 20-7 run by Mid Valley that erased what was a 29-21 Lehman lead midway through the third quarter. Sara Jackson led Mid Valley with 12 points. Senior Danielle Terranella added nine points and a game-high 16 rebounds, helping the Spartans to a 47-31 edge on the glass. Drutarovsky had eight points and nine rebounds. “Jackson’s putback after the free throw (a miss by Terranella in the final minute) gave us some space,” Doughton said of the shot, which made it 43-38 with 57 seconds remaining. “And Danielle kept a lot of balls alive even if she didn’t get the rebound.” Sutliff, a senior, had 11 points, seven rebounds and four assists. Cayle Spencer paced Lehman with 15 points. Mid Valley advances to face Dunmore on Tuesday in the district semifinals. MID VALLEY (46): Quinones 3 0-0 6, Terranella 3 3-7 9, Collins 2 1-2 5, Drutarovsky 4 0-2 8, Jackson 6 0-0 12, Reynolds 0 0-0 0, Keyasko 2 0-0 6, Hughes 0 0-0 0, Kline 0 0-0 0; Totals: 20 4-11 46. LAKE-LEHMAN (40): N. Sutliff 4 2-3 11, Konopinski 2 0-0 4, Sutton 1 0-0 2, Mosier 1 0-0 2, Moosic 1 0-0 2, Leskowsky 2 0-0 4, Mahoney 0 0-0 0, Spencer 6 3-6 15; Totals: 17 5-9 40. Mid Valley ................................ 5 10 15 16 — 46 Lake-Lehman........................... 8 17 8 7 — 40 3-Point Field Goals— MV 2 (Keyasko 2); LL 1 (N. Sutliff)

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Williamsport proves too much for Spartans Opening The Millionaires held off a second-half charge by James McCann and Valley West.

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BERWICK — A tumultuous season came to an end for Wyoming Valley West on Friday, but not without a fight. The Spartans cut an 18-point first-half deficit to six before falling to Williamsport 77-59 in the District 2 Class 4A

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hottest wrestlers in the district, hasn’t lost since December at Tunkhannock’s Kiwanis Tournament. “I’ve kind of (thought about district’s) all year. This is what it’s all about,” Generotti said. “Everything kind of comes down to this. This is all that matters.” Generotti will be joined in the semis by teammate Casey Drake at 285. Drake advanced with a 6-2 decision over West Scranton’s Kameron Van Wert and will now face unbeaten Brad Emerick (34-0) from Coughlin. Emerick, who made quick work of Honesdale’s Trevor Kowalczyk with a fall in 1:00, is one of a Wyoming Valley Conference-high six semifinalists for the Crusaders. Coughlin, in search of its first district team championship since 1995, is in second place in the team race with 58 points.

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earned after grinding out a pin in the quarterfinals over Hanover Area’s Chris Jones. “At this point, everybody is pretty talented … even though I haven’t wrestled Josh, he’s a talented kid for sure,” Schutz said. “I’m going to do my best to rely on my conditioning and my technique, and try and go from there. Hopefully, we as a team can advance to regionals and do some work there, but, we’re still focused on the district tourna-

C L A S S 3 A T O U R N A M E N T (at Hazleton Area) Team Scores: 1. DelawareValley (DV) 102; 2. Coughlin (Cou) 58; 3. Honesdale (Hon) 56; 4. Wallenpaupack (Wall) 54.5; 5. Abington Heights (AH) 51, Scranton (Scr) 51; 7. Crestwood (Cre) 47.5; 8. Hazleton Area (Haz) 46; 9. Pittston Area (PA) 45; 10. Wyoming Valley West (WVW) 38.5; 11. West Scranton (WS) 37.5; 12. Tunkhannock (Tun) 33; 13. Berwick (Ber) 29 Preliminary Round 106 – Lang (DV) pinned Conner (Ber) :23; Hawkins (Cou) pinned Karch (Cre) 1:41; Caple (WS) tech fall Johnson (Haz) 16-0, 6:00 113 – Jennings (Scr) pinned Jackson (Hon) 2:33; Tirko (WVW) pinned Seward (Tun) 1:42; Gray (Cre) pinned Deleao (PA) 2:54 120 – Duffy (Hon) dec Gervasi (Scr) 15-8; Vopava (Haz) pinned Egger (Wall) 1:42 126 – Woznock (Ber) pinned Duncan (Wall) 3:12; Ritz (Cre) tech fall Gambini (PA) 16-0, 2:50; Kroptavich (WS) dec Butry (Cou) 5-1; Palmer (DV) tech fall Lovallo 16-1, 4:50 132 – Bakradze (Scr) pinned Wallace (Wall) 2:59; Cheek (WVW) dec Legg (Cre) 9-4; Carr (AH) pinned Rush (PA) 2:46; Palmer (DV) pinned Scheurman (Cou) 1:32; Masters (Haz) dec Smith (WS) 2-1 138 – Mahmoud (Cou) dec Packer (Tun) 8-2; Kennedy (Hon) tech fall Bove (Haz) 19-4, 3:53; Wesolowski (PA) pinned Caplette (Wall) 5:51; Slocum (AH) dec Kyttle (Ber) 7-3; Colletta (DV) dec Haggerty (WS) 7-2 145 – Lill (Hon) pinned Harper (Scr) 2:54; Lussi (PA) pinned Gulius (Cou) 4:53; Talanca (Ber) dec Veet (Haz) 10-0; Siegel (Tun) pinned Cooper (WS) 3:50 152 – Carr (AH) pinned Coolbaugh (Tun) 1:04; Fredmund (Haz) pinned Arner (Ber) 2:27; McTiernan (Scr) pinned Sterba (Cou) 4:39; Wagner (DV) pinned Caplette (Wall) 5:06; Russell (Hon) pinned Ardo (PA) 1:01 160 – Granahan (Scr) pinned Falcone (PA) 3:44; Masteller (Ber) dec Biesadesky (Haz) 10-3; Newcomer (Wall) maj dec Palkovic (WVW) 14-3; Vannucchi (Cou) dec Wright (Tun) 13-11, OT; Smith (Hon) pinned Wellard (AH) 3:00 170 – Cowman (WVW) pinned Lisnock (Haz) :15 Stuckart (Scr) pinned Platukus (PA) 1:35 195 – Wehrmann (Wall) dec Quinn (Hon) 7-3; 220 – Phillips (Cou) pinned Gregory (Tun) 1:09 285 – Kowalczyk (Hon) pinned Evans (WVW)

dent into the lead thanks to James McCann. The senior scored 11 of his game high 24 points in the third quarter to get his team back in the game. “Unfortunately, James is going to come up about 70 points short of 1,000,” Reimiller said. “He missed some time with a shoulder problem that may require surgery.” After a McCann basket made the score 40-34, Thomas reeled off six consecutive points to push the lead back to 12. The Spartans

would get no closer than 10 points the rest of the way. Valley West, which started the season 0-6, finished with an 11-13 record.

quarterfinals. “Rebounding killed us,” Valley West coach George Reimiller said. “We would allow four or five offensive rebounds after we played good defense. It was a situation where (Williamsport) wore us down.” Things started well enough for the Spartans, as they jumped out to an early 10-9 lead. Things would take a turn for the worse, however, as Williamsport would put together a 19-0 run over an eight-minute stretch to lead 28-

10 with 3:39 left before halftime. “I was feeling good early on,” Reimiller said. “But when they can throw nine or 10 bodies at us, we got worn out. We couldn’t get any rebounds. We gave up too many second and third chances. They are a tremendous team.” Williamsport (15-8) put four players in double figures, led by Jahad Thomas’ 19 points. The Millionaires will face Scranton on Tuesday in the semifinals. After trailing by 12 at halftime, the Spartans were able to put a

But they trail leader Delaware Valley by 44 points after the first day of action. Joining Emerick in the semis from Coughlin is Bobby Hawkins (106 pounds), Bill Poray (113), Ed Ciprich (120), Frankie Mahmoud (138) and John Olson (182). Mahmoud was a district runner-up last season and may be in prime position to get to tonight’s finals after the No. 2 seed, Anthony Colletta from Delaware Valley, was upset in the quarterfinals by Scranton’s James McNally 6-4. Mahmoud pulled out an ultimate tiebreaker win over Abington Heights’ Josh Slocum in the quarters and will face McNally in the semis. Crestwood, Pittston Area and Wyoming Valley West will each have four participants in the semis. Every WVC team has at least two semifinalists, with Hazleton Area nabbing three and two from Berwick advancing. The Comets, who are seventh in the team race and the second WVC team with 47.5 points, will be represented by Bob Gray

(113), Matt Hammerstone (152), Roger Legg (182) and defending district champion Kyle Hankinson at 152. “(Friday) doesn’t really mean too much, we’ll see what (today) brings, that’s the most important part,” Comets coach Jay Konigus said. “We weren’t really performing well at the beginning of the year … but now we’re peaking when it counts.” Gray, who is a top seed, enters his match with just a 20-14 record. But he earned his seed after wrestling several top-ranked wrestlers in the state this season and racking up more competition points than anyone in his bracket. He will face Delaware Valley’s Richie Koslower in the semis. Koslower is one of 10 Warriors in this morning’s semis. “It pays to wrestle good people during the year,” Konigus said of his 113-pound senior. “His record may not look the greatest, but we wrestled very, AIMEE DILGER/THE TIMES LEADER very good competition. It pays off and he got the number one Brandon Butry of Coughlin (front) tries to fight off West Scranseed.” ton’s Kyle Kroptavich. The Crusaders led the WVC team scores.

ment.” Wyoming Area currently is sitting seventh in the team standings, more than 40 points behind Dallas, so it will need some unexpected wins to keep pace. The Mountaineers hold a seven-point lead over second-place Meyers, with Western Wayne in third, Lake-Lehman in fourth and Valley View rounding out the topfive after the first day. “We’re wrestling well, the kids are doing a lot of work, a lot of extra work on technique and in their mental approach, not giving up easy points,” Meyers coach Ron Swingle said. “We’re pretty glad to be right there in the

mix when everything starts going down Saturday. If we’re right there, it tells me that we did our job as a team.” In that mix -- as always -- is Pasone. The senior is chasing his fourth district title, this year in the 113-pound weight class. His day will start against Dallas’ Adam Klimovitch, who advanced after a 17-2 technical fall victory over Nanticoke’s Joe Brady. Pasone’s quarterfinal match was also decided via a technical fall, a 16-0 blanking of Western Wayne’s Josh Brown. Should Pasone advance to finals and close out his day with a win, he will be only the 23rd wrestler in the dis-

trict to record four district titles -and the third in Meyers history. “You never know what’s going to happen in the later rounds,” Pasone said. “I don’t know much about him, I’ve never wrestled him, so, it should be an interesting experience.” While Lake-Lehman’s Harry had to take a bit more of a lengthier route to get to the semifinal round, he still did so in convincing fashion. The Black Knights’ 126-pound sophomore wrestled his way to a pair of pins, the first coming in the prelims against Gary Parks of Montrose, and then in the quarterfinals against Scranton Prep’s

Jacob Dickinson. Harry will open his day against Valley View’s Matt Judge and feels confident about his chances. “I felt good out on the mat today, even after some time off, which I think actually helped us,” said Harry, referencing Lehman’s time away from the mats due to an outbreak of a skin condition that hampered the Knights’ practice schedule. “I feel like it gave me some time to recharge. I think I have a pretty good chance to advance. I’ve been working on my shots all year and working on wrestling out of neutral and I think it’s going to be a good match.”

5:10 Quarterfinals 106 – Scarantino (PA) dec Caple (WS) 10-3; Hawkins (Cou) maj dec Rutledge (Hon) 15-3; Pascale (AH) dec Lang (DV) 6-2; Gallik (Wall) tech fall Stonier (Tun) 15-0, 4:00 113 – Gray (Cre) pinned Fayocovitz (AH) 1:49; Koslower (DV) dec Tirko (WVW) 7-2; Poray (Cou) pinned Jennings (Scr) 1:58; Romanchik (Haz) tech fall Demchuk (Wall) 15-0, 5:03 120 – Carozza (DV) tech fall Vopava (Haz) 22-6, 5:01; Ciprich (Cou) dec Talanca (Ber) 9-8; Lutecki (PA) pinned Pavlichko (Tun) 5:31; Hendry (Scr) forfeit Duffy (Hon) 126 – Palmer (DV) tech fall Mussoline (Haz) 17-1, 5:41; Senuk (AH) pinned Kroptavich (WS) 3:38; Kennedy (Hon) dec Ritz (Cre) 4-2; Krasavage (WVW) tech fall Woznock (Ber) 18-1, 3:18 132 – Palmer (DV) tech fall Appleby (Tun) 15-0, 3:17; Carr (AH) dec Evans (Hon) 5-4; Bakradze (Scr) maj dec Cheek (WVW) 12-4; Laubach (Ber) pinned Masters (Haz) :18 138 – Kennedy (Hon) maj dec Geroski (Cre) 12-0; Simms (WVW) maj dec Wesolowski (PA) 17-7; Mahmoud (Cou) dec Slocum (AH) 6-5, UTB; McNally (Scr) dec Colletta (DV) 6-4 145 – Inguilli (Wall) dec Lill (Hon) 3-1; Lussi (PA) dec Cordes (WVW) 2-1, 2OT; Hankinson (Cre) tech fall Talanca (Ber) 17-2, 5:20; Markowitz (DV) dec Siegel (Tun) 9-5 152 – Carr (AH) dec Fredmund (Haz) 4-2; Kobrynich (WS) dec McTiernan (Scr) 9-4; Dwyer (WVW) dec Wagner (DV) 7-3; Hammerstone (Cre) maj dec Russell (Hon) 16-4 160 – Granahan (Scr) pinned Walsh (WS) 1:02; Masteller (Ber) dec Brodginski (Cre) 4-1; Favaro (DV) dec Newcomer (Wall) 5-2; Smith (Hon) pinned Vannucchi (Cou) 1:39 170 – Wagner (DV) pinned Dailey (Hon) :28; Cowman (WVW) dec Cole (Cou) 6-5; Zeiler (Wall) dec Stuckart (Scr) 7-0; Generotti (Tun) pinned Dexter (Cre) :23 182 – Strenk (DV) tech fall Borkowski (Hon) 17-2, 3:30; Olson (Cou) dec Smulowitz (WVW) 8-2; Wehrmann (Wall) pinned Nallin (PA) 5:13; Legg (Cre) tech fall Carrasco (Tun) 18-3, 3:52 195 – Hoffman (Haz) pinned Moran (WVW) 1:30; Baress (WS) pinned Minich (PA) 5:00; Wehrmann (Wall) dec Ohl (Ber) 5-4; Wagner (DV) dec Robbins (Scr) 6-0 220 – Fagan (DV) dec Baird (WVW) 5-4; Kearney (AH) dec Benson (Hon) 5-4; Schermerhorn (Haz) dec Phillips (Cou) 3-2 OT; Steffen (Wall) pinned Jola (Ber) 1:12 285 – Emerick (Cou) pinned Kowalczyk (Hon)

1:00; Drake (Tun) dec Van Wert (WS) 6-2; Wesolowski (PA) pinned Pajalich (Wall) 1:50; Berardelli (AH) dec Maffei (DV) 6-1 First Round Consolations 132 – Legg (Cre) pinned Wallace (Wall) 1:54 138 – Packer (Tun) dec Kyttle (Ber) 1-0 152 – Arner (Ber) pinned Coolbaugh (Tun) 2:32 160 – Wright (Tun) pinned Wellard (AH) :42 Second Round Consolations 106 – Stonier (Tun) pinned Johnson (Haz) 4:01; Lang (DV) pinned Karch (Cre) :23; Rutledge (Hon) pinned Conner (Ber) :40 113 – Deleo (PA) maj dec Demchuk (Wall) 11-0; Jennings (Scr) pinned Seward (Tun) :28; Tirko (WVW) pinned Jackson (Hon) 2:09 120 – Egger (Wall) forfeit Duffy (Hon); Vopava (Haz) dec Gervasi (Scr) 5-4 126 – Lovallo (Scr) pinned Woznock (Ber) 4:04; Ritz (Cre) dec Butry (Cou) 3-0; Kroptovich (WS) pinned Gambini (PA) 2:43; Mussoline (Haz) tech fall Duncan (Wall) 15-0, 2:35 132 – Masters (Haz) pinned Schuerman (Cou) 4:30; Cheek (WVW) maj dec Rush (PA) 13-4; Evans (Hon) tech fall Legg (Cre) 16-0, 3:18; Smith (Hon) pinned Appleby (Tun) 3:29 138 – Colletta (DV) pinned Bove (Haz) 2:16; Slocum (AH) dec Caplette (Wall) 7-4; Wesolowski (PA) maj dec Packer (Tun) 9-0; Geroski (Cre) dec Haggerty (WS) 3-2, UTB 145 – Siegel (tun) pinned Harper (Scr) 1:53; Talanca (Ber) pinned Gulius (Cou) 3:41; Cordes (WVW) dec Veet (Haz) 5-0; Lill (Hon) dec Cooper (WS) 5-1 152 – Russell (Hon) pinned Arner (Ber) 1:00; Wagner (DV) maj dec Sterba (Cou) 15-2; McTiernan (Scr) dec Caplette (Wall) 5-2; Fredmund (Haz) dec Ardo (PA) 7-3 160 – Falcone (PA) dec Vannucchi (Cou) 4-0; Biesadesky (Haz) pinned Newcomer (Wall) :53; Brodginski (Cre) forfeit Palkovic (Cre); Wright (Tun) pinned Walsh (WS) 2:07 170 – Stuckart (Scr) pinned Lisnock (Haz) 2:15; Cole (Cou) pinned Platukus (PA) :35 195 – Quinn (Hon) dec Minich (PA) 4-2, OT 220 – Benson (Hon) pinned Gregory (Tun) :38 285 – Maffei (DV) tech fall Evans (WVW) 18-3, 4:50

Lake-Lehman (LL) 64; 5. Valley View (VV) 37; 6. Hanover Area (HA) 34; 7. Wyoming Area (WA) 31; 8. GAR (GAR) 29; 9. Lackawanna Trail (LT) 28; 10. Blue Ridge (BR) 23; 11. Nanticoke (NAN) 22, Elk Lake (EL) 22, 13. Montrose (MT) 17.5, 14. Scranton Prep (SP) 16. Preliminary Round 113 – Brown (WW) dec. O’Malley (WA) 12-8; Grochewski (MA) tech. fall Jasinski (LT) 15-0 120 – Edwards (BR) pinned Benscoter (NA) :51; Elick (MEY) pinned Pascoe (LT) 1:32; Mauriello (WA) pinned Steve Bardo (LL) :55 126 – Harry (LL) pinned Parks (MA) 3:09, Judge (VV) dec. Barush (WA) 6-3, Visneski (DAL) pinned Maby (BR) :41 132 – Jones (HA) pinned Gelb-Dyller (SP) 1:14, Sayre (LL) pinned Gavrish (NA) :47; Fuller (WW) dec. Esposito (BR) 11-1, O’Day (GAR) pinned Swaha (VV) 5:34 138 – Alston (MEY) pinned Edwards (NA) 3:18, Macosky (DAL) pinned Sosa (WW) :46 145 – Brace (DAL) dec. Eck (HA) 11-2, Kasprzyk (NA) dec. Mathis (GAR) 10-4, Fillipiak (WA) dec. Winters (LL) 9-7 152 – Cistrunk (MEY) tech. fall Parsons (BR) 19-3, Wood (NA) pinned Carr (SP) :46, Mazzone (WA) dec. Sickler (GAR) 5-1 170 – McCarty (MEY) dec. Maslowski (NA) 9-3 182 – Swoyer (WW) pinned Velez (MEY) :36, Uhrin (VV) pinned Polit-Moran (WA) :23 195 – Moore (MA) pinned Barbacci (LL) 3:30, Rosensweet (WW) pinned Amendola (SP) :34. Quarterfinals 106 – DeGrab (DAL) pinned Hromek (WA) 1:00, Bergold (MEY) pinned Canevari (VV) 1:59, Glazenski (HA) pinned Mrsich (WWW) 113 – Pasone (MEY) tech. fall Brown (WW) 16-0, Klimovitch (DAL) tech. fall Brady (NAN) 17-2, Luton (GAR) pinned Chesko (VV) 1:41, Stuart (LL) pinned Growchewski (MA) 120 – Edwards (BR) dec. Elick (HA) 5-0, Cleveland (EL) pinned Young (DAL) 3:31, Elick (MEY) tech. fall Joyce (VV) 17-2, Mauriello (WA) dec. Creedon (SP) 6-5 126 – Harry (LL) pinned Dickinson (SP) :32, Judge (VV) pinned Bennett (LT) 3:40, Allabaugh (NAN) dec. Visneski 11-0, Alston (MEY) pinned Reese (GAR 3:20 132 – Schutz (WA) pinned Jones (HA) 1:14, Sayre (LL) dec. Mingey (DAL) 7-4, Fuller (WW) pinned Lee (LT) 3:49, Nealon (MEY) pinned Reese (GAR 4:25 138 – Winters (LL) pinned Alston (MEY) 1:51, Vitale (HA) pinned Rosiak (LT) :35, Maby (BR) dec. Walters (SP) 12-0, Macosky (DAL) pinned

Daly (EL) :40 145 – Stucker (MEY) pinned Brace (DAL) 3:06, Rosa (LT) dec. Schoen (SP) 3-1, Miralih (WW) pinned Kasprzyk (NAN) 2:50, Smith (EL) dec. Fillipiak (WA) 2-1 152 – Roccograndi (DAL) pinned Cistrunk (MEY) 1:57, Cipilewski (VV) dec. Greenly (LT) 6-5, Carter (LL) pinned Wood (NA) 1:44, Fuller (WW) dec. Mazzone (WA) 6-0 160 – Shelly (LL) pinned Colatosti (NA) 2:53, Nelson (MEY) dec. Sebastianelli (SP) 11-4, Dixon (DAL) pinned Patuk (VV) 3:16 170 – Rosiak (LT) dec. Ofalt EL) 5-2, Martinez (DAL) dec. Carty (MEY) 9-3, Taylor (GAR) dec. Dragon (LL) 6-3, Enslin (WW) dec. Ryan (SP) 18-6 182 – Radzwilla (HA) dec. Swover (WW) 8-2, Rudelavage (SP) dec. Butler (LL) 4-3, Artsma (DAL) dec. Darling (LT) OT 3-1, Uhrin (VV) pinned Phan (GAR) 2:50 195 – Bracero (NAN) pinned Reese (GAR) :58, Moore (MT) dec. Haines (BR) 4-3, Rosensweet (WW)pinned Kozlowski (VV):15, Monk (DAL) pinned Whiting (WA) 4:23 220 – Rosensweet (WW) pinned Fuller (EL) 1:21 285 – Galantini (VV) pinned Stahl (SP) :56, Lehman (LT) dec. Aldrich (LL) OT 3-1, Zielinski (WA) dec. Ingaglio (WW) 10-7 Second Round Consolations 113 – Grochewski (MA) dec. O’Malley (WA) 11-0, Brown (WW) pinned Jasinski (LT) 1:26 120 – Creedon (SP) pinned Benscoter (NAN) :22, Young (DAL) pinned Pascoe (LT) :15, Elick (HA) pinned Bardo (LL) :41 126 – Parks (MA) pinned Reese (GAR) :47, Barush (WA) dec. Visneski (DAL) 9-1, Maby (BR) pinned Bennett (LT) 132 – Gelb-Dvller (SP) pinned O’Day (GAR) 1:47, Lee (LT) pinned Gavrish (NAN) 2:08, Mingey (DAL) pinned Esposito (BR) 2:45, Jones (HA) dec. Swaha (VV) 6-5 138 – Daly (EL) pinned Edwards (NAN) 4:45, Alston (MEY) dec. Sosa (WW) 10-6 145 – Fillipiak (WA) dec. Eck (HA) 12-7, Mathis (GAR) dec. Schoen (SP) 13-0, Winters (LL) dec. Brace (DAL) 8-3 152 – Mazzone (WA) dec. Parsons (BR) OT 3-1, Greenly (LT) pinned Carr (SP) 2:25, Cistrunk (MEY) pinned Sickler (GAR) 1:59 170 – Dragon (LL) pinned Maslowski (NAN) OT 6:46 182 – Phan (GAR) –dec. Velez (MEY) 10-5, Swover (WW) pinned Polit-Moran (WA) 1:43 195 – Barbacci (LL) pinned Kozlowski (VV), Haines (BR) pinned Amendola (SP)

C L A S S 2 A T O U R N A M E N T (at Lake-Lehman) Team scores: 1. Dallas (DAL) 78.5; 2. Meyers (MEY) 71.5; 3. Western Wayne (WW) 70; 4.

WYOMING VALLEY WEST (59): McCann 7 8-7 24, Hoinski 2 2-6 7, Good 6 1-3 14, Ingram 2 0-0 4, Gimble 0 0-0 0, C. McCue 2 0-0 6, Baur 1 0-0 2, Gibson 0 0-0 0, E. McCue 0 2-2 2, Calloway 0 0-0 0, Abdurruzzaq 0 0-0 0; Totals: 21 12-19 59 WILLIAMSPORT (77): Dinkins 0 0-0 0, Baggs 0 0-0 0, Kaoush 2 1-2 5, Thomas 9 3-4 21, Stelly 0 1-2 1, Gardner 0 0-2 0, Dowling 4 0-0 11, Ross 0 0-0 0, Washington 4 4-4 12, Watson 3 0-0 6, Coleman 1 1-3 3, Kinley 6 4-4 16, Harris 1 0-0 2; Totals: 30 1421 77 Wyoming Valley West............... 10 10 19 20 — 59 Williamsport ................................ 17 15 17 28 — 77 3-Point Field Goals— WVW 5 (C. McCue 2, McCann, Hoinski, Good); WIL 3 (Dowling 3

drought does in Tigers

Tunkhannock can’t recover from a scoreless first quarter in a loss to Abington Heights. By JOHN ERZAR jerzar@timesleader.com

CARBONDALE — About the only thing noteworthy for Tunkhannock in the first quarter Friday night was its rebounding edge over Abington Heights. The rest of the initial eight minutes were rather forgettable. Tunkhannock missed all 12 shots, made nine turnovers and was held scoreless as Abington jumped to a double-digit advantage and went on to a 45-30 victory in a District 2 Class 3A boys basketball quarterfinal game. Abington (20-5) will play Crestwood in the semifinals Tuesday night at a site and time to be announced. Tunkhannock ended its season at 14-10. T.J. Murray’s seemingly harmless free throw 12 seconds into the game started the Comets on a 14-0 run that lasted the entire first quarter. Tunkhannock shot from about everywhere on the court, yet couldn’t get a shot to drop. But shooting was just part of Tunkhannock’s problems. The Tigers made nine turnovers, with the final two leading to easy layups by Abington to end the quarter. “They came out trapping,” Tunkhannock coach Bob Miller said, “and we worked on it a ton at practice. Sometimes it’s just hard to simulate that kind of size and speed. Thy did a great job executing it.” A basket by John Vassil to start the second quarter made it 16-0 before Tunkhannock got on the board. Brian Stephenson broke the drought with an inside basket at 7:30 of the second. James Hawk, a 6-foot-10 senior, followed with another inside hoop as the Tigers went on a 6-0 run. But the mild rally was quelled once again when Abington turned two more turnovers into easy layups. By halftime, the Comets had a 22-8 lead, and Tunkhannock had 18 turnovers. The Tigers managed to make a bit of a dent in the deficit in the third quarter, but once again the Comets’ pressure and transition game boosted the lead to 37-16 entering the fourth. “We had an uphill climb,” Miller said, “but I couldn’t be more proud about how our guys stuck with it. … We got it down to nine or 10 at one points, but it was a heck of a battle just to get it there.” Hawk led Tunkhannock with 10 points. Kevin Elwell had 15 and Jamie Egan added 11 for Abington Heights. TUNKHANNOCK (30): Faux 1 0-0 3, Yanora 1 0-0 3, Stephenson 2 2-2 6, Hawk 5 0-0 10, Bevan 1 2-4 5, Zaner 0 0-0 0, Franklin 1 0-0 3, DeWitt 0 0-0 0, Kristunas 0 0-0 0. Totals 11 4-6 30. ABINGTON HEIGHTS (45): Show 0 0-0 0, Calvey 2 0-0 5, Bamford 1 1-2 3, Murray 1 1-2 3, Elwell 5 3-5 13, Egan 5 1-1 11, Vassel 3 0-1 6, Coldwater 0 0-2 0, McCoy 0 0-0 0, Henzes 0 0-0 0, Salmon 0 0-0 0, Carroll 0 0-0 0, Hollander 1 0-0 2. Totals 18 6-11 45. Tunkhannock ................................. 0 8 8 14 — 30 Abington Heights........................... 14 8 15 8 — 45 3-Point Field Goals— TUN 4 (Faux, Yanora, Bevan, Franklin); AH 3 (Calvey, Elwell 2)

LOCAL ROUNDUP

Blue Knights wrestling squad in second place at national tournament The Times Leader staff

The Wyoming Seminary wrestling team completed the first day of the national prep tournament in second place as a team on Friday at Lehigh University in Bethlehem. Eight Blue Knights made it through to the semifinals. Danny Boychuck (106 pounds), Dom Malone (126), Tyler Fraley (132), Ty White

(138), Eric Morris (170), Conor Wasson (182), A.J. Vizcarrondo (220) and Michael Johnson (285) remain in contention for prep national championships. Also still competing in the consolation brackets are Logan May (113) and Matt Doggett. Seminary scored 153 points as a team, trailing only Blair

Academy for the national lead. The event resumes at 8:30 a.m. today with the finals scheduled for 12:30 p.m.

MEN’S BASKETBALL

Penn State Wilkes-Barre 86, Penn State Beaver 83

The Mountain Lions upset Penn State Beaver, the nation’s top-ranked team in Division II of the United States

Collegiate Athletic Association, in the semifinals of the PSUAC tournament in Mont Alto. Denzel Mensah led five Lions in double figures with 16 points in the win. Jared James added 14 points, followed by Frank Peters (12 points, nine rebounds), Keith Johnson (12 points) and Drew Walker (11 points).

Down seven points at half time, PSU Wilkes-Barre erupted for 51 points in the second half to advance to today’s conference championship against either PSU Dubois or PSU Brandywine.

BOWLING

Luzerne County man excelling

Local bowler P.J. Sonday is ranked fifth in the 69th U.S.

Open Bowling Cashers Qualifying Round of the PBA Tour. Sonday has bowled in 31 games thus far and is bowling an average of 209.35 with a total pinfall of 6,490. The top 24 bowlers will advance to the round robin match play. A native of Avoca, Sonday has been competing on the PBA Tour since 2001.

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AHL

Syracuse becoming familiar foe for Pens this season After seven matchups with WBS in 2011-12, the Crunch is resembling rival Norfolk.

By TOM VENESKY tvenesky@timesleader.com

There’s a sense of familiarity when the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins take on the Syracuse Crunch. Sure, the Penguins have faced the Crunch seven times this season coming into tonight’s 7:05 contest at the Mohegan Sun Arena, but it’s more than that. Despite being in fourth place in

the East Division, the Crunch have played the Penguins much like division nemesis Norfolk this season, piling up points and turning games into offensive grudge matches. In seven games this season, Syracuse has scored 27 goals against the Penguins, winning three contests. Norfolk has fared better, winning five of seven, while piling up 28 goals against Wilkes-Barre/Scranton. “They’re very much alike,” Penguins coach John Hynes said. “They’re both very deep with high-end offensive firepower through all four lines, and they’ve

there. Norfolk rookie Cory Conacher has pounded the Penguins this season, racking up eight goals in seven games. Syracuse has a dangerous rookie as well in Peter Holland, who has totaled 11 points (four goals, seven assists) NEXT GAME in seven games against the PenSYRACUSE CRUNCH AT guins. Throw in Kyle Palmieri’s WBS PENGUINS seven goals in four games, and 7:05 p.m. today the Crunch offense is as dangerMohegan Sun Arena, W-B Twp. ous as Norfolk’s. “(Syracuse) forwards are so high-scoring and every line can gotten production from their D hurt you,” said defenseman Alex Grant, who leads the Penguins corps.” But the similarities don’t end with 10 points against Syracuse.

MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL

Cal O’Reilly, who participated in his first practice since being reassigned by Pittsburgh this week. O’Reilly has been a solid pointproducer in the AHL, totaling 255 in 267 games. His 198 assists are indicative of his playmaking ability, and Hynes said there’s a possibility he could be on a line with a sniper such as Colin McDonald. “Anytime you have the numbers he’s had, you see there’s an offensive mind there,” Hynes said. “Whoever he’s put with, O’Reilly ready for debut they need to be able to play their A handful of Penguins skated game but also expect pucks and on Friday, including newcomer capitalize on opportunities.” “You have to be aware of every line that’s on the ice. You can’t take a shift off against them.” Hynes agreed and said if the Penguins want to extend their winning streak to three games, they need to keep the pressure on Syracuse’s forwards. “You can’t give them time and space. They have guys that don’t need a lot of chances to score,” he said. “They’re a deadly team to play against because your margin for error is thin.”

NHL ROUNDUP

AP PHOTO

Islanders Nino Niederreiter takes a swing at Rangers’ Brad Richards during the third period of the Islanders’ win on Friday.

Islanders down rival Rangers in shootout The Associated Press

AP PHOTO

Milwaukee’s Ryan Braun speaks during a news conference on Friday upon arriving in Phoenix for spring training. Braun’s 50-game drug suspension was overturned Thursday.

Testing program under fire Both the league and its players go on the defense following Braun’s appeal. By RONALD BLUM AP Sports Writer

NEW YORK — Baseball and its players’ union defended their drug testing program Friday and promised to tighten collection procedures following criticism by anti-doping agencies of an arbitrator’s decision to overturn NL MVP Ryan Braun’s 50-game suspension. At a news conference in Phoenix, where he reported to the Milwaukee Brewers for spring training, Braun criticized drug testing by baseball as “fatally flawed,” citing the roughly 44hour lag between when his urine was collected and when it was given to Federal Express for transport to a laboratory in Montreal. The drug agreement between management and the Major League Baseball Players Association calls for the sample to be sent the same day “absent unusual circumstances.” While Braun left open the pos-

sibility that the delay could have led to his sample being altered, MLB Executive Vice President Rob Manfred said “neither Mr. Braun nor the MLBPA contended in the grievance that his sample had been tampered with or produced any evidence of tampering.” David Howman, director general of the World Anti-Doping Agency, called the delay a “technical breach” and was disappointed arbitrator Shyam Das ignored the substance of the case. “The very experienced laboratory director in Montreal gave evidence that the sample had not been compromised nor tampered with,” Howman said. “Accordingly, no damage occurred to the sample before analysis.” What is clear is that both sides will tell Comprehensive Drug Testing Inc., the collection agency, to adhere to the drug agreement. “This case has focused the parties’ attention on an aspect of our program that can be improved,” union head Michael Weiner said. “We are confident that all collections going forward will follow the parties’ agreed-upon rules.” “Our program is not ‘fatally

flawed,”’ added Manfred. “Changes will be made promptly to clarify the instructions.” Speaking for about 25 minutes on the field Friday, Braun shed light on the events of his positive test and how his legal team successfully challenged it during a hearing in January. The collector, identified by two people with knowledge of the case as Dino Laurenzi Jr., took the sample at about 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 1, after Milwaukee opened the playoffs with a 4-1 win over Arizona, and left Miller Park about 30 minutes later with the urine in a tripleseal container. Braun said the collector’s son was with his father at the ballpark. The two people familiar with the case, who spoke on condition of anonymity because Braun’s hearing was conducted in private, said the collector testified he took the sample home. The collector didn’t think the sample would be sent until Monday to the WADA-certified lab in Montreal, and believed it would be more secure at home than at a FedEx office during the weekend. Braun, however, said at least five FedEx locations within 5

miles were open until 9 p.m. and there also was a 24-hour location. But Braun said the sample wasn’t left with FedEx until 1:30 p.m. on Oct. 3. During the gap, the sample was at the collector’s home, and he placed it in a cool, dry area on a lower level, the people familiar with the case said. However, the collector didn’t document his storage procedures, one of those persons said. “There were a lot of things that we learned about the collector, about the collection process, about the way that the entire thing worked, that made us very concerned and very suspicious about what could have actually happened,” Braun said. “We spoke to biochemists and scientists and we asked them how difficult would it be to tamper with somebody’s sample. And their response was that if they were motivated, it would be extremely easy.” Yet Dr. Don Catlin, one of America’s top anti-doping scientists, rejected the possibility of tampering as unlikely. “It’s slim, very slim,” he said. “I don’t like to use the word impossible, but it’s pretty close.”

UNIONDALE, N.Y. — P.A. Parenteau scored two goals in regulation and linemate Matt Moulson netted the winner in a shootout as the New York Islanders outlasted the Eastern Conference-leading New York Rangers 4-3 on Friday night. Parenteau scored in the first and second periods after Moulson opened the scoring as the Islanders grabbed a 3-1 lead. But the Rangers overcame sloppiness in front of backup goalie Martin Biron and got even on goals by Marc Staal, Marian Gaborik and Derek Stepan. It wasn’t enough as Evgeni Nabokov returned after a bout with the flu and made 33 traditional saves and three more in the shootout. Frans Nielsen also scored in the tiebreaker for the Islanders. Gaborik had the lone shootout goal for the Rangers, 1-2-1 in their past four.

Capitals 4, Canadiens 1 WASHINGTON — Alex Ovechkin returned from an injury to combine with Jason Chimera on a pair of goals 16 seconds apart Friday night, and Washington ended a three-game losing streak by beating Montreal. Ovechkin missed Washington’s previous game, at Ottawa on Wednesday, with a lowerbody injury. As it is, the twotime MVP is having what might wind up as his worst NHL season, with only 25 goals and 21 assists so far. He went into Friday with all of four goals in the preceding month.

Avalanche 5, Blue Jackets 0 COLUMBUS, Ohio — David Jones scored twice and had an assist and Semyon Valamov turned away 28 shots Friday night to lead Colorado over Columbus. Gabriel Landeskog had a goal and an assist and Steve Downie Canucks 2, Devils 1 and Matt Hunwick also scored NEWARK, N.J. — Cory for the Avalanche, who were up Schneider had 30 saves and to their usual tricks against the Aaron Rome and Mason RayBlue Jackets. They are 32-8-1-1 mond scored goals as Vancouver against Columbus, including defeated New Jersey. 15-5-1-1 on the Blue Jackets’ The win came a night after home ice. the Canucks ended the Detroit Red Wings’ NHL-record 23Sabres 2, Bruins 1, SO game home winning streak. BUFFALO, N.Y. — Derek Roy The Canucks didn’t arrive in scored the decisive shootout New Jersey until 3:30 a.m. begoal in lifting Buffalo over Boscause of snow-related delays in ton. Detroit. They weren’t at their Ryan Miller made 35 saves best, but still won for the ninth through regulation and stopped time (9-1-1) in 11 games. three of four shootout attempts Schneider and a couple of unin helping the Sabres improve to expected goal scorers proved 3-0-1 in their past four games. the difference in handing New Andrej Sekera scored for the Jersey only its third loss since Sabres, who are 8-3-2 in their the All-Star break. The Devils are 9-2-1 since the break. past 13 games.

WOMEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL

No. 7 Duke claims top seed in ACC tourney, defeats Miami The Associated Press

DURHAM, N.C. — Elizabeth Williams scored 19 points and No. 7 Duke held on to beat No. 5 Miami 74-64 on Friday night, clinching the top seed in next week’s Atlantic Coast Conference tournament. Chelsea Gray added 12 points and nine assists and Haley Peters had 12 points to help the Blue Devils (23-4, 14-1) snap Miami’s 13-game winning streak. Duke wrapped up the

ACC’s No. 1 seed for the third straight year. Duke shot 48.5 percent, forced 21 turnovers, outscored Miami 50-16 in the paint and held the Hurricanes to one field goal in the final 91⁄2 minutes to extend its winning streak in ACC home games to 30. Shenise Johnson, the ACC’s leading scorer, had 18 points and Riquna Williams had 17 on 6-of-16 shooting for Miami (24-4, 13-2), which missed its

final nine shots. Riquna Williams’ layup with 4 minutes remaining was the Hurricanes’ only basket down the stretch. No. 1 Baylor 76, Kansas 45

LAWRENCE, Kan. — Brittney Griner scored 20 points in limited minutes, Kimetria Hayden added 16 and top-ranked Baylor used some suffocating defense to stifle Kansas. Odyssey Sims added 15 points

for the Lady Bears (29-0, 16-0 Big 12), who cruised to a 20point lead early in the first half, allowing Griner and the rest of their first rotation to take much of the night off. The 6-foot-8 Griner only played 28 minutes. Angel Goodrich led Kansas (18-10, 7-9) with 14 points. No. 6 Maryland 84, North Carolina 64

COLLEGE PARK, Md. — Alyssa Thomas had 20 points

and 14 rebounds, and No. 6 Maryland took control early in a rout of North Carolina. Alicia DeVaughn scored 14 and Laurin Mincy had 13 for the Terrapins, who never trailed after yielding the game’s first point. Maryland went 8 for 10 from 3-point range and finished with a 49-32 rebounding advantage. The victory pushed the Terrapins into a third-place tie with Georgia Tech in the Atlantic

Coast Conference, although Maryland (24-4, 11-4) gets the tiebreaker by virtue of its sweep of the Yellow Jackets. The top four teams receive a first-round bye in the ACC tournament. Maryland has won four straight over UNC and six of seven. The Terrapins led by 24 at halftime and 73-40 with 10 minutes remaining. Chay Shegog scored 24 and Laura Broomfield had 13 rebounds for UNC (19-9, 9-6).

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DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Danica Patrick has won the pole for the season-opening Nationwide Series race at Daytona. Patrick became the first woman to secure the top qualifying spot in NASCAR’s second-tier series since Shawna Robinson at Atlanta on March 12, 1994. The former IndyCar star turned a fast lap of 49.250 seconds around the highbanked speedway, averaging 182.741 mph. Trevor Bayne qualified second, followed by Elliott Sadler, Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Austin Dillon. Patrick is entering her first full-time season in the Nationwide Series, driving for JR Motorsports and team owner Earnhardt Jr. She also is making her Sprint Cup debut in the Daytona 500 on Sunday. Former open-wheel driver Sam Hornish Jr. qualified sixth, just ahead of defending Sprint Cup champ Tony Stewart.

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Lee Westwood hits on the seventh fairway while playing Nick Watney during the Match Play Championship on Friday.

got many right.” And where did the prognosticators have Westwood? “On the BA 289 on Thursday night,” he said, referring to his usual British Airways flight. Westwood next plays Martin Laird, who won the battle of Scotland by taking down former British Open champion Paul Lawrie, 3 and 1. Next up for McIlroy is Bae, the South Korean surprise in his first Match Play Championship. Bae won three times last year on the Japan Golf Tour. And while he made it through Q-school to earn a PGA Tour card, he ended last year at No. 30 in the world. He is no stranger in global golf,

as McIlroy knows all too well. They played in the final group of the Korea Open in 2009, where McIlroy and Kim Dae-sub were tied for the 54-hole lead. Bae closed with a 67 and beat them both. Bae had the only match that went 18 holes in one of the dullest third rounds ever at the Match Play Championship. He took a 1up lead on the 16th hole against Senden when the Australian played a poor chip. Senden missed a 20-foot birdie putt to square the match on the 18th, and Bae completed a long two-putt par with a 5-footer. “He’s been very impressive this week,” McIlroy said.

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Consumer confidence hits a high

An unemployed truck driver and student won $850 after taking AT&T to small claims court when it started slowing down data service for his iPhone. A California judge says it wasn’t fair for the company to purposely slow down his iPhone, when it had sold him an “unlimited data” plan. AT&T has some 17 million customers with “unlimited data” plans who can be subject to throttling. AT&T forbids them from consolidating their claims into a class action or taking them to a jury trial. That leaves small claims actions and arbitration.

Americans grow more upbeat about the outlook for the economy.

By ALEX KOWALSKI Bloomberg News

WASHINGTON – U.S. consumer confidence rose more than forecast in February, reaching a one-year high as Americans grew more upbeat about the outlook for the economy. The Thomson Reuters/University of Michigan final index of consumer sentiment increased to 75.3 this month from 75 in January. New-home sales last month were stronger than projected, another report showed. Three straight months of faster job growth along with a stock market rally since late 2011 are helping keep Americans optimistic in the face of rising gasoline prices. Further gains in confidence may sustain the household spending that accounts for a large chunk of the economy. "The overwhelming fact is that the job market has gotten better," said Bill Cheney, chief economist for John Hancock Financial Services Inc. in Boston. "People are back to spending most of the additional income that they get, so as employment increases and you get some meager increases in wages, they do feed through to more spending." Purchases of new homes declined 0.9 percent in January to a 321,000 annual rate from a 324,000 pace in December that was stronger than previously reported, Commerce Department figures showed in Washington. Still, new-home sales are down 77 percent from their 2005 peak, a reason some Federal Reserve policy makers are seeking ways to bolster the industry that precipitated the last recession.

Penney sales, profits fall J.C. Penney Co. reported a loss of $87 million in the fourth-quarter due in part to costs related to its bold new pricing strategy that involves ditching blockbuster sales for everyday low prices. Excluding charges, the company earned 74 cents per share, which beat estimates for a profit of 68 cents per share, according to FactSet. Revenue slipped 5 percent to $5.42 billion, reflecting the company’s exit from its catalog business. Revenue at stores open at least a year fell 1.8 percent for the quarter.

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A Maine wreath-making company has won a nearly $1 million judgment in a legal dispute with L.L. Bean over the production of wreaths and other products for the 2008 holiday season. A Maine judge ordered the outdoors retailer to pay Worcester Wreath Co. after finding that L.L. Bean ordered more wreaths than it could ultimately sell. The judge said Worcester had to step up production of wreaths, centerpieces and other items that never sold. L.L. Bean’s sales fell that year because of the recession.

Impressions Media recognized one of its own Friday, naming Stephen Morris as 2012 Salesperson of the Year. Morris reached the most sales goals among his peers to secure the award and use of a 2011 Ford Escape. As a media consultant, Morris’ job is to persuade business owners that the resources he can bring to the advertising task are an ideal fit for the customer’s needs. Often the link between the newspaper and the community, Morris builds, maintains and manages a customer sales list, as well as prospecting and developing new business. “The end result for advertisers is results,” Morris said.

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His results speak for themselves. The parent company of The Times Leader, Impressions Media includes such publications as the Sunday Dispatch, Go Lackawanna and the Abington Journal. Morris sells advertising space throughout those publications as well as for the web-based versions that appear online. Across that wide array of advertising space, Morris reached 128 percent of his goal. Vice President of Advertising Denise Sellers noted Morris was able to produce those numbers in what currently is not an ideal economy. “Despite economic challenges, people realize they still need to advertise,” she said. “Stephen was able to pitch that.”

Even though Morris and his fellow advertising representatives work towards a common goal, he acknowledged there is a good-natured rivalry between him and the other reps. “Amongst my peers there is a competition,” he said. Morris won Salesperson of the Month on more than one occasion during the year but wasn’t certain the yearly award was coming his way until being told so in person. “It was no sure thing until it was announced,” he said. “But I was hopeful.” Morris lives in Plains Township with his wife, Colleen, and 11-year-old daughter, Danielle. “It’s truly an honor to be recognized,” he said. “It’s great to be working with a company that recognizes great effort.”

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ically separated from Toyota. The purpose is to keep the two brands distinct in the minds and experience of buyers. Ford studied Audi and Lexus closely as it prepared to reinvent Lincoln. It won’t be easy, but it is necessary. The stakes are high. Ford has invested in seven new or upgraded Lincoln vehicles by 2014. Lincoln has concentrated its dealer network in the top 130 metro markets. Dealers have RUSSELL 2000 826.92

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Name

spent significantly to upgrade showrooms and service department to deliver better customer service. Locally, Coccia Ford Lincoln added the Lackawanna County franchise area in December and plans to expand both the Lincoln showroom and service area. A successful luxury brand "has to offer something that you can’t get from your mainMCT PHOTO stream brand," said Michael Robinet, managing director of The Lincoln MKZ concept is unveiled at the North American IHS Automotive Consulting. International Auto Show at Cobo Center in Detroit, Jan. 10.

-2.31

6-MO T-BILLS .14%

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Stocks of Local Interest

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TKR

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.56 2.80 2.80 .80 ... 1.40 1.44 .60 2.06 3.08 2.10 1.45 ... .50 4.63 .60 .38 1.04 2.00 1.46 1.20 .48

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Last Chg %YTD

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Name

Last Chg %YTD

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Name

Last Chg %YTD

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Name

Last Chg %YTD

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Name

Last Chg %YTD

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Name

Last Chg %YTD

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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2012

THE TIMES LEADER

www.timesleader.com

NATIONAL FORECAST Very windy, snow showers

TUESDAY Sun, a shower

38° 31°

SUNDAY Sunny, less wind

47° 30°

50° 27°

40° 23°

WEDNESDAY Rain possible

THURSDAY Sun, a shower

50° 35°

Syracuse 33/18

The Finger Lakes

Highs: 29-34. Lows: 13-27. Mostly cloudy with a chance of snow showers today. Decreasing clouds tonight.

Wilkes-Barre 37/22 New York City 45/27

Brandywine Valley

Reading 45/25

Highs: 47-49. Lows: 27-29. Partly cloudy and breezy today. Clearing skies tonight.

Delmarva/Ocean City

Atlantic City 49/28

Yesterday Average Record High Record Low

Heating Degree Days*

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

40/32 39/22 71 in 1985 -8 in 1914 29 730 3704 4571 4453

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

Precipitation

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

Sun and Moon

Sunrise 6:45a 6:43a Moonrise Today 8:05a Tomorrow 8:34a Today Tomorrow

34/25 57/25

Highs: 50-53. Lows: 23-35. Partly cloudy and breezy today. Clearing skies tonight.

0.46” 0.81” 1.75” 2.71” 4.12” Sunset 5:49p 5:50p Moonset 9:52p 10:50p

Susquehanna Stage Wilkes-Barre 2.84 Towanda 1.82 Lehigh Bethlehem 3.07 Delaware Port Jervis 3.10

Chg. Fld. Stg 0.04 22.0 0.06 21.0 0.75

16.0

0.04

18.0

First

Full

Last

New

Feb. 29

Mar. 8

Mar. 14

Mar. 22

Weather Central, LP For more weather information go to:

www.timesleader.com National Weather Service

607-729-1597

50/31

49/40

56/36

63/41

66/43

57/44 31/22

79/67

81/70 31/20

City

Yesterday

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

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City

Yesterday

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

50/37/.00 66/52/.00 41/25/.00 54/45/.00 82/63/.00 52/41/.00 52/43/.00 75/64/.00 55/45/.08 57/48/.00

Today Tomorrow 31/22/c 56/36/s 50/27/pc 45/25/pc 31/27/sn 53/28/s 34/25/pc 34/23/sn 63/41/s 57/25/pc 35/22/sn 81/70/s 57/44/sh 35/23/pc 70/45/s 67/49/s 79/67/pc 32/22/pc 28/22/pc

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

45/27

67/49

The Jersey Shore

Poughkeepsie 43/19

35/22

28/22

58/44

Highs: 34-42. Lows: 17-22. Mostly cloudy and windy today. Clearing skies and diminishing winds tonight.

Philadelphia 48/29

Temperatures

49/22

45° 30°

Highs: 47-49. Lows: 27-32. Partly cloudy and windy today. Clearing skies and diminishing winds tonight.

Pottsville 39/25

Harrisburg 42/27

Partly sunny

The Poconos

Albany 39/15

Towanda 36/22

State College 35/22

46/33

TODAY’S SUMMARY

Binghamton 31/19

Scranton 36/19

FRIDAY

45° 40°

REGIONAL FORECAST Today’s high/ Tonight’s low

NATIONAL FORECAST: Snow showers will linger over the Great Lakes, Ohio Valley and into portions of the Northeast today. Gusty winds will be likely across the Northeast as well. A storm system moving through the northern Rockies will result in rain and snow showers from the Paciﬁc Northwest to the northern Plains. Southern Texas will experience showers as a result of low pressure to the south.

Find the car you want from home.

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City

Yesterday

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WORLD CITIES

Today Tomorrow 49/39/pc 62/45/c 33/13/s 41/37/rs 84/61/pc 53/42/c 52/34/c 73/66/sh 55/42/sh 54/40/c

49/42/c 63/42/s 34/15/s 39/33/rs 73/56/s 56/50/c 49/37/c 68/62/sh 58/40/s 59/49/c

City

Yesterday

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FROM TOP HATS TO PARASOLS, HEIRLOOMS REFLECT OUR CHANGING CULTURE

By VIRGINIA A. SMITH

HILADELPHIA — Things and possessions have come to define 21st-century American life. We’re one nation, under stuff. All is not junk. Some is precious. And this is the idiosyncratic province of Patricia Keller. She’s a historian and decorative-arts curator who studies cherished objects, from high-end museum collections to hand-sewnLancasterCountyquilts,whichwerethefocus of her doctoral dissertation at the University of Delaware. “Above-ground archaeology” is how Keller describes the study of what she calls “material culture,” those family heirlooms infused with powerful stories that connect us to earlier generations and communities. Keller and her husband, conservator Kory Berrett, share what they know about those connections at workshops. “We’ll get beyond the object itself and use it as a window into how people in your family lived, which is part of the dayto-day time period’s conduct,” says Keller, who grew up near Norristown, the daughter of an inveterate collector of “stuff.”

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Forthisstory,Idecidedtoopenawindow into my own family — on Mom’s side, from Lancaster County and western Illinois, where the women saved andcatalogedspecialitemstoanextent that surprised even Keller. (Dad’s side, scattered from Prince Edward Island to Keller Maine, Rhode Island to Massachusetts, was apparently not so inclined. Little of his “material culture” made it to Philadelphia.) We start with a classic Victorian-era top hat, size 71/2 and stored for decades in my grandparents’ home in Ephrata, and for a couple of decades more on the third floor of my family’s house in Philadelphia. All those years it stayed, undisturbed in a corner, in a vintage hat box from “Dobbs Fifth Avenue New York.” Sleek and shiny, the hat is made of silk plush (the successortobeaverpelt).Accordingtothehandwrittennote tucked inside, it first belonged to Edwin Stock Royer, my

great-great-grandfather (1844-1890), who owned coal, lumber, and wholesale/retail liquor businesses in Lancaster County. “Anyonewantingtoprojectapersonathatwassociallyrespectable would wear such a top hat and not just for formal occasionslikeweddingsoropera,”saysKeller,whononethelessnotesthat,despiteitsusebymenineverycircumstance, the top hat universally bespeaks prosperity and status. The next family item dates to the 1880s and, Keller says, “is another accessory for the public presentation of self” — a silk parasol most likely belonging to my greatgrandmother, Martha Miriam Hartshorne Chidester (1851-1925) of Bushnell, Ill. It’s the burnt-brown color of autumn leaves, with a pagodalike shape recalling that era’s infatuation with all things Asian. The print on the parasol is blue oak leaves and acorns. The decorative fruitwood handle sports a pistol grip and See HEIRLOOMS, Page 3C

Wine press makes life sweeter for Harding family By SARA POKORNY spokorny@timesleader.com

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By its simplest definition, a wine press is used to extract juice from crushed grapes during the wine-making process. But did you know a wine press also can put children through college, help a family journey from Italy to the United States, and even put a pretty hefty dent in the fender of an antique car? Such is the case with the machinery nestled in Donato Battista’s backyard barn in Harding, an heirloom piece of equipment that has been in the family since the1920s. “It’s made a lot of wine,” the 26-year-old said. “It still does.” Battista’s father’s uncle, Alessandro Zecca, came to the United States from Italy in 1920 and settled in northern New Jersey. The family believes he acquired the press somewhere between 1925 and 1935, a time period in which he also had a friend rebuild the top portion of it to make the process easier. “The original system was to put a

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This is half of a lid that sits atop a pile of grape seeds and skins in the 75-plus-year-old wine press that has been in Donato Battista’s family for generations.

bar in the top and have two guys grab a hold, then walk around the press in circles. This one is built with a ratcheting action, which is much easier, though it still requires two people,” Battista said. What Battista is sure of, however, is that the press has helped his family out immensely. “He (Zecca) literally used this to

put his three kids through college off of wine he sold out of north New Jersey. He used to pump out six to 700 gallons a year, and all he did was sell it.” Zecca also lent money to Battista’s grandfather to get him, Battista’s grandmother, father and two See SWEET, Page 3C

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More help on shore dampness, plus new advice on sump pumps IN A RECENT column, a newly minted Jersey Shore homeowner asked for help making his damp abode

drier. He said he’d been told that building code mandated that the vapor barrier be up against the floor over the crawl space, but the 2-year-old solid oak flooring was beginning to curl because of moisture. This came from Stone Harbor builder/contractor Gene Richards in response: “We built 60 ranch-style condos at the shore with crawl spaces. Vapor-shield insulation, not paperback, was used in the floor-joist system. The plastic vapor barrier on the sand floor never lets the crawl space dry out. “A contractor can install a plastic, vinyl shield on the existing joist and remove the ground cover. Also, closing the venting system in the winter and opening it in the summer helps.” Home inspector/engineer Harry Gross in Cherry Hill, N.J., reminded me that we once talked about sealing off the crawlspace vents with vapor barrier and insulated walls as the best approach for this region. But when there is a lot of moisture, as there may be 200 yards from the bay, there are two approaches to dealing with it, Gross said. One is to channel any water that may enter the crawl space, preferably lined with a concrete vapor barrier, into a sump with pump for removal. The other is to not have a vapor barrier (this allows water that enters to drain out through the porous sand), insulate the floors with a vapor barrier on the insulation and keep the crawl space well-vented to carry or dry out the moisture within the crawl space. “So, basically, it is to choose how to minimize the moisture in the crawl and then properly deal with any moisture that makes it in,” Gross said. Thanks to both of you for your help. ••• Sump pumps: Tri-County Inspection president Jack H. Milne Jr. sent along a story about a client in Glassboro, N.J., who had a sump pump with a backup battery that wasn’t working when he tried it. I’m relating this because he offered an explanation of the water-powered backup system we’ve been talking about since Irene hit us over the head in late August.

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YOUR PLACE ALAN J. HEAVENS The system “uses water power to create a Venturi effect, a technology that’s been in use for almost two centuries for many processes,” said Milne, based in Morrisville, Pa. “When fluid under pressure in a pipe flows through a constriction, the velocity of the fluid increases and a vacuum is created,” he said. “For a waterpowered sump pump, the vacuum draws water up into the pressured water stream and is discharged to the exterior.” The pressurized water is simply the home’s water supply piped to this pump system. The only mechanical moving part is a float-operated valve to turn on the water supply. “Since it’s very rare to have a public water supply fail during a power outage, this is a very reliable system,” Milne said. If the water is supplied to the home from a private well, the well pump doesn’t run without electricity and this system won’t work, according to Milne. The water-powered system installation results in a cross connection between the potable water of the home and the sump water. There must be a “backflow preventer” device installed, so sump water can’t travel back up the supply pipe and contaminate the potable water. Milne said the water-powered pump system usually costs more to purchase than a battery pump system and typically involves paying a plumber to do the water-supply piping work. The expense is probably worth it, considering the cost of cleanup in a prolonged power outage. Information about manufacturers of these water backup systems is available on the Internet. One more thing. Your homeowner’s insurance provider probably offers additional coverage for sewer backup and sump-pump overflow. Check into it, though I do caution that it might be best to have a reliable backup, because with too many claims, your policy can be dropped. ••• Website find: www.ifixit.com offers free repair manuals for a variety of products. Questions? E-mail Alan J. Heavens at aheavens@phillynews.com or write him at The Inquirer, Box 8263, Philadelphia PA 19101. Volume prohibits individual replies. He is the author of “Remodeling on the Money” — Kaplan Publishing.)

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aunts into the country from Calabritto, Italy, in 1955. It’s a pretty good guess that money came from wine profits. The press was passed on to Battista’s father, also named Donato, who eventually taught his son how to use it. Battista took over the job of making wine at the age of 16. His first time out was memorable, to say the least. “You wouldn’t believe the amount of pressure you build with this ratchet,” Battista said. “You can blow bolts.” “At the time I first started using this, my father bought an antique car, a 1965 Galaxy convertible, white with red interior. It was beautiful. It was big, but he could fit it in here, and he parked it on the other side of the barn. Well, as I was trying to use the press there was so much pressure that a bolt popped out and hit the fender.” The press is all original material, which includes a wooden barrel split in half and held together by eight brass hinges and pins. It sits atop a four-legged base. The only non-original piece is the top ratcheting mechanism. The whole thing still aids in the Battistas’ wine-making process. “Anymore, a lot of people just let grape juice ferment, but we don’t because that takes the wine press out of the process,” Battista said. Instead, the grapes are stripped from their stems, run through a grape crusher and put into four large barrels to ferment, typically over a period of two weeks in early September. Once the fermentation process is complete, the barrels are drained of all liquid, leaving grape skins and seeds. “A lot of people think that stuff is junk, but it isn’t,” Battista said. “You put that in the wine press, and you can get an extra 40 gallons out of it.” After the leftover grapes are placed in the barrel, two half-circles of heavy wood are placed on top of the pile, then wooden blocks are stacked on top of that in a crisscross fashion. Two people handle a large wooden pole that sticks out of the ratcheting apparatus, cranking it slowly and a little at a time to put pressure on the grapes, ridding it of the rest of the juice. “You might only give it four or five pumps and walk away for a little while, and you’ll fill up a 5gallon jug in fifteen minutes,” Battista said. Though the press hasn’t been used in two years due to cost increases on materials and a lack of time on Battista’s part, he’s looking forward to getting back into the game soon. “It’s a very cool thing to have, and we’re proud of it. It’s had a lot of use, and it will definitely continue to.”

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CARE AND KEEPING OF YOUR HEIRLOOMS Want to make tea in that 200-year-old earthenware teapot you inherited? Or toss the hand-sewn, Civil War-era quilt onto your grandson’s bed? Not so fast, says curator Patricia Keller. “These things are objects. They do not last forever. The more fragile they are, the less likely they’ll survive use,” she says. “If you decide to use them MCT PHOTO anyway, give yourself permission. It’s up to you.” Magnifying goggles help Patricia Something that’s easily replaced carries less “emotional freight,” Keller adds, “so every time you use Keller examine an earthenware teapot circa 1880 during a work- it or move it or dust it, you’ve placed this object in harm’s way. Some objects won’t make it.” shop in Germantown, Pa. That’s the risk with any object, from day one, but the fact that this teapot or quilt has survived this long and loyalty to family. makes it all the more precious. Now there’s a good story or two. On the other hand, if heirlooms are never used,

displayed or talked about, their stories will be lost. How many times have you thought to yourself: I should’ve written down the story of that teapot. I should’ve listened when my grandmother talked about the quilt. Keller has some suggestions. Take digital pictures of all your heirlooms and type up those stories on your laptop. Put it all together in a scrapbook — photos, descriptive captions and all the recollections you have, and make copies for your children. If they aren’t interested now, they might well be later. “People tend to start valuing things from their family after they have children or in midlife. They start to gauge who they are, all the changes that have happened, how much time is left, how they fit into a bigger picture. “This is when family history becomes more meaningful,” Keller says.

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ing to understand why objects have value,” she says, wondering aloud why some objects accrue more meaning than others. Sometimes it’s the object itself. A teapot brews tea; that has practical value. But objects are not just their physical selves. They are, Keller reminds,“theembodimentofbitsofreality about our ancestors’ past.” Why do they mean so much to some and not to others? And what is the nature of that meaning? It’s comforting to know that even Keller doesn’t know for sure. It’s a mystery, like falling in love

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Sunday • 8:30 a.m. at St. Stanislaus Worship Site, 668 N. Main St., North End • 10:30 a.m. at Holy Saviour Worship Site, 56 Hillard St, East End

Weekday Mass

• 7:00 a.m. at Holy Saviour Worship Site, 56 Hillard St, East End • 8:00 a.m. at St. Stanislaus Worship Site, 668 N. Main St., North End

Confessions

• 3:00 p.m. at Holy Saviour Worship Site, 56 Hillard St, East End • 4:30 p.m. at St. Stanislaus Worship Site, 668 N. Main St., North End

Christian Christian

881 Wyoming Ave., Kingston 570-288-4855 Pastor Dennis Gray

Come Hear The Word Of God, Let It Change Your Life! Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Communion Every Sunday Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. ELEVATOR ACCESSIBLE

Church Of Christ Uniting

Church of Christ Uniting

MERGED PRESBYTERIAN & METHODIST Corner of Market St. & Sprague Ave. Kingston 570-288-8434 Devotional Line: 570-288-2334 Rev. Dr. Carol Ann Fleming Rev. Dr. James L. Harring Morning Worship 10:00 AM Youth Sunday School During Worship Adult Sunday School 11:30 AM Child Care Provided Choirs - Children, Adult, Bell Ringers Air Conditioned www.churchofchristuniting.org

Lutheran

373 N. Main Street, W-B Father Timothy Alleman, Rector SUNG SUNDAY EUCHARIST - 9:00 AM SUNDAY SCHOOL - 9:00 AM SATURDAY HOLY EUCHARIST - 4:30 PM WEDNESDAY - 7:00 PM HEALING SERVICE & HOLY EUCHARIST

Orthodox Church In America 401 East Main St., W-B Phone: 825-6540 Rev. David Shewczyk Sunday Divine Liturgy 9:00 a.m. Feast Days 9:00 a.m. Saturday Vespers: Summer 6:00 p.m. - Winter 4:00 p.m.

Messiah Lutheran Church

126 Nesbitt St. Larksville, PA 18651 570-779-9620 A WELCOMING, GROWING, FAITH COMMUNITY Saturday 4 p.m. Sunday 7 a.m., 9 a.m. & 11 a.m. Ample, Easy Parking Handicapped Accessible Confessions: Saturday 3 p.m.

453 S. Main Street, W-B Rev. Mary E. Laufer Sunday Holy Communion 8:00 and 10:45 a.m.

St. Stephen’s

Episcopal Pro- Cathedral 35 S. Franklin St., W-B Holy Communion 8:00 Church School 10:00 Choral Eucharist 10:30 Nursery 9:00 - 12:15 Call 825-6653 for information about Worship Music Programs and Community Ministries

SAINT MARY’S CHURCH OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION Our Lady of Fatima Parish 134 S. Washington Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA (570) 823-4168 Saturday: 4:00PM Sunday: 8AM, 10AM, 12:10PM & 7PM Monsignor Thomas V. Banick, Pastor

Episcopal ST. CLEMENT & ST. PETERS EPISCOPAL CHURCH

St. John’s Lutheran Church

Evangelical Free Church

Fellowship Evangelical Free Church

Wyoming Presbyterian Church

106 Welles St. (Hanover Section) Nanticoke, PA 570-735-2263 www.stjohnsnanticoke.org stjohnsnanticoke@gmail.com Saturday Great Vespers 4 pm Sunday Divine Liturgy 9:30 am Fr. Adam Sexton

Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church 32 E. Ross St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702 Phone: 570-823-4805 Father George Dimopoulos Sunday Orthos 8:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy 9:45 a.m. www.greekorthodox.com

Primitive Methodist

New Life Community Church

570 South Main Rd., Mountaintop, PA 868-5155 Pastor Dave Elick Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship Service 8:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Bible Services Thurs. 7 p.m. All Are Welcome

410 S. River St. Saint Mary Parsons Primitive Wilkes-Barre Antiochian Methodist Church Worship 193 Austin Avenue Orthodox Church 905 South Main Street Wilkes-Barre 11 AM Wilkes-Barre 570-823-0345 Very Rev, David Hester Wed. Bible Study John Karam Ofﬁce Phone 823-7139 SaturdayDeacon 7pm - Great Vespers 6 p.m. St. John’s Lutheran

Christian

Presbyterian

Nanticoke

Sunday - Divine Liturgy 10 a.m. Parish Ofﬁce 824-5016 All Are Welcome Website: www.antiochian.org

www.stjohnslutheranchurch.net

Presbyterian

231 State St. Holy Communion Sunday 8 am & 9:30 am Ofﬁce 735-8531 Christian Education 10:30 am ONE-HOLYCATHOLIC-APOSTOLIC

St. Marks Lutheran Church 56 S. Hancock St., W-B Pastor - Rev. Mary Lauffer Sunday Worship 9:15 a.m. Sunday School 10:15 a.m.

First United Presbyterian Church

115 Exeter Ave., West Pittston 654-8121 Worship 11:00 AM at St. Cecilia’s Roman Catholic Church, Wyoming Avenue, Exeter Rev. James E. Thyren, Pastor

Sunday Services 8:30am & 11am Refreshing Worship A Bold Message parsonspmchurch.com

Seventh Day Adventist

Seventh Day Adventist Church

17 Second Ave., Kingston Saturday Services Sabbath School 9:30 a.m. Children SS 9:45 a.m. Worship Hour 11 a.m. Fellowship Lunch 12:15 p.m. Guests Are Welcome Every Sabbath

United Methodist First St. Matthew Presbyterian Central United Lutheran Church Church

667 N. Main St., W-B 822-8233 Worship Schedule: Sun 7:30 a.m. 9:45 a.m. Sunday School 10:45 a.m. Adult Bible Class 11:00 a.m. Rev. Gary Scharrer Chairlift Available Missouri Synod

14 Broad St. Pittston Sun Worship 9:15 am Rev. William N Lukesh All Are Welcome

Methodist

65 Academy Street, W-B Rev. Dr. Paul C. Amara SUN. WORSHIP SERVICE 11:15 am Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Child Care Provided For Infants & Toddlers 822-7246

“God’s Glory Our Passion” 45 Hilderbrandt Rd. (Near the Dallas Schools) First Sundays Presbyterian Holy Eucharist 10a.m. Church Sunday School 10:00a.m. WORSHIP - 10:30 a.m. Fellowship - 10:00 a.m. S. Franklin & Dallas United WELCOME ALL TO Northhampton Sts., Discipleship Class - 9 a.m. St. Paul Methodist 4 Parsonage Street, Dallas W-B Lutheran Church GROW IN GODS Wednesday Evenings Pastor: 10:00 a.m. Worship 474 Yalick Road Rev. Robert G. Wood LOVE Pioneer Clubs (K-5th) Rev. Dr. Robert M. (Rt. 118) 675-5701 www.stclementstpeter.org 6:30 p.m. Dallas, PA Zanicky, Minister Sunday School 9 a.m. Church Services Women’s Study - 6:30 p.m. Rev. Charles Grube 11:00 am Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Sat. Worship (Nursery provided For All) 5:30pm Choir Wed. 7pm Nursery provided Sunday Worship 675-0122 Thursdays Handicapped Access Handicapped Accessible am & 11 am John Vaida - Minister of Women’s Study - 9:30 a.m. 8:30 Sunday School Music TNT (Youth 6th-12th Grade) 9:45am First United Pamela Kerns - Christian 570-675-3859 6 p.m. Education Director Methodist For More Information A Friendly Inclusive, West Pittston St. Peter’s Please call 675-6426 or Lutheran Church & Welcoming Church “A Place Where All Are Welcome” Visit Us Online at 400 Wyoming Ave. 1000 S. Main St., W-B Audio Sermons 823-7332 available on web Worship 10 a.m. www.fellowshipfreechurch.org @ www.fpcwb.com Pastor Michael Erickson Sun School 10:15 a.m. Senior Pastor: Sun. Worship - 9:00 a.m. Sunday School & Rev. Joshua Forty Fort Marc Ramirez

165 Hanover St., W-B 822-8043

St. Martin In-The-Fields 3085 Church Rd., Mountaintop Rev. Dan FitzSimmons

CHORAL EUCHARIST 10AM HEALING SERVICE Last Sunday each month

Serving through Faith, Praise & Good Works

Independent Second Welsh Congregational Church

475 Hazel St., Wilkes-Barre 829-3790 Sunday Services 9:30 a.m., 10:45 a.m. Sunday School 6 p.m. Sunday Eve Wednesday 7 p.m. Bible Study Prayer and Youth Groups Limited Van Service Available, Please Call. Independent... Fundamental... Friendly

489 N. Main St. Wilkes-Barre 570-208-1281 Sunday Service 10:30am NewHopenepa.com Pastors Richard & Susanne Bolt

Friends & Quakers

Friends & Quakers Wyoming Seminary Lower School 1560 Wyoming Ave. Forty Fort 570-824-5130 10 a.m. Adult Discussion 11 a.m. Worship http://northbranch. quaker.org

Adult Bible Study 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Missouri Synod

Mennonite Nanticoke Christian Fellowship

112 Prospect St. Sunday Celebration 9:30 a.m. Sunday School - Sept. - May 9:00 a.m. Pastor D. Pegarella 735-1700

Nazarene Mountain View Church Of The Nazarene

Four Square Gospel NEW HOPE CHURCH

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667 N. River St., Plains Pastor Bryan Rosenberg Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m. Children’s Church & Child Care Provided. 570-821-2800 Everyone is Welcome!

Presbyterian Church

1224 Wyoming Ave., Forty Fort Pastor William Lukesh 287-7097 Sunday School 9:15 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. 6 p.m. Praise Band Handicap Accessible Nursery Provided Air Conditioned Visitors Welcome

THE REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF WYOMING VALLEY 1700 Wyoming Ave Forty Fort Sunday Morning Worship, 10:30 Bible School 11:45 Teaching the Reformed Faith 570-693-1918

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 190 S. Main Street, W-B Pastor Peter D. Kuritz Pastor Janel D. Wigen Saturday Service 6:00 p.m. Sunday Worship 8:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. SCS 9:45 a.m. 570-824-2991

Loyalville United Methodist Church

Loyalville Rd., Lake Township Sunday Worship 9:30 am Community Dinner 2nd Saturday Each Month. Call For Menu 570-477-3521

Holy Resurrection Cathedral

Orthodox Church In America 591 N. Main St., Wilkes-Barre Very Rev. Joseph Martin, Pastor 822-7725 Saturday Vespers 5:00 p.m. Sunday Divine Liturgy 9:00 a.m. Feast Day Vespers 6 p.m. Feast Day Divine Liturgy 9:00 a.m. ALL ARE WELCOME web site: www.oca.org

Masland-Sarani, Pastor Air Conditioned, Handicapped Accessible Nursery Provided 655-1083

Firwood United Methodist Church Cor. Old River Rd. & Dagobert St. Rev. Barbara Pease Safe Sanctuary Policy Morning Service 11:00 a.m. Sunday School 9:45-10:45 a.m. Handicap Elevator Available You are invited to attend. 823-7721

446 Bennet St., Luzerne Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. Church School during Worship Carol E. Coleman Pastor 287-6231

Shavertown United Methodist Church

shavertownumc.com 163 N. Pioneer Ave., Shavertown Phone-a-prayer 675-4666 Pastor: Rev. M. Lynn Snyder Organ/Choir Director Deborah Kelleher Saturday Service 5:30 p.m. Chapel Service Sunday Service 9:30 a.m. - Worship Service Sunday School - 10:30 a.m. Prayer & Praise Service - 2nd Monday of the month at 7 p.m. Nursery Care Available during Sunday Service For more information call the ofﬁce at 570-675-3616

Trucksville United Methodist Rev. Marian Hartman, Pastor Dr. Stephen L. Broskoske, Director of Music “Making Disciples for Jesus Christ” Sunday Schedule 8:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Church School for all ages 9:45 a.m.-10:45 a.m. Church Road off Route 309, Trucksville Phone: 696-3897 Fax: 696-3898 Email: ofﬁce@trucksvilleumc.com

Wyoming United Methodist

Wyoming Ave Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. 693-2821 wyomingumc@netscape.com Ample Parking

United Church Of Christ St. Luke’s UCC

471 N. Main St. Wilkes-Barre • 822-7961 Rev. Justin Victor Sun. Worship 10 am Sunday School 10:15 am Communion service the 1st Sunday of every month. RIDE’S AVAILABLE: CALL

Miner Congregational UCC 137 Abbott St. PLAINS Pastor Joan Mitchell Sun. Service 9am Sun School 10am

570-829-6363

Unitarian Universalist

Orthodox

Lutheran

United Methodist

Wyoming Ave. at Institute St., 570-693-0594 Laura Lewis, Pastor Holy Trinity Worship Service: 11 a.m. Lutheran Church St. John Baptist Sunday School: 10 a.m. Luzerne United 813 Wyoming Avenue, Kingston Methodist Church Orthodox Church Saturday Contemporary Holy Communion 5:30 Sunday Holy Communion 10:00 Rev. Paul Metzloff Handicapped Accessible

Catholic St. John The Baptist Church

Orthodox Holy Trinity Russian Orthodox Church

Holy Cross Episcopal Church

River Of Life Fellowship Church

Cross Creek Wyoming Ave. Community Church

Sunday Services 9am & 50 S. Meade St. 10:45am Wilkes-Barre, PA Chester F. Dudick, Pastor With Jr. Church & Nursery Available. (570) 820-8355 Wed 6:30 Family Night SUNDAY SCHOOL with Awana for ages 18 9:30 a.m. months - 6th grade. WORSHIP SERVICE College & Career, 10:30 a.m. CrossRoads for Teens, PRAYER, BIBLE STUDY Deaf Ministry, Small & PIONEER CLUB Groups, Men’s & Women’s Wed 6:30 p.m. Ministry, Groups. WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP Celebrate Recovery for 2nd Tuesday of the month Hurts, Habits, Hang-Ups 6:30 p.m. Tuesday’s 6:30pm AFTERNOON Discover the difference! FELLOWSHIP 370 Carverton Road, 12 noon last Sunday of the Trucksville 696-0399 Month www.crosscreekcc.org EXPOSITORY PREACHING: EXPLAINING GOD’S TRUTH, ONE VERSE AT A TIME.

Bible

Slocum Chapel

Forty Fort United Methodist Church

Trinity Presbyterian

105 Irem Road, Dallas Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Pastor Roger Grifﬁth Nursery Provided 570- 675-3131

Church Ofﬁce 287-3840 Wyoming & Yeager Ave Pastor Donald A. Roberts, Sr. Handicapped Accessible 9:00 am Sunday School (All Ages) 9:45 am Pre Worship Music 10 am Traditional Worship Prayer Line 283-8133

Congregation of Wyoming Valley Worship & Children’s Program Sunday 11 a.m. 20 Church Road Kingston Twp. For Directions go to: www.uucwv.org

Unity Unity: A Center for Spiritual Living 140 S. Grant St., W-B Rev. Dianne Sickler Sunday Service & Children’s Church 10 a.m. Church 824-7722 Prayer Line 829-3133 www.unitynepa.com

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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2012

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

Bonita E. Brigido Bonita Elizabeth Brigido, daughter of Peter and Kelly Brigido, Plains Township, is celebrating her seventh birthday today, Feb. 25. Bonita is a granddaughter of Bill and Betty Belles, Glen Lyon, and Peter Brigido and Maryann Brigido, both of Old Forge. She has two brothers, David and Dante.

Carmindy R. Morrow Carmindy Rae Morrow, daughter of John and Karissa Morrow, Hanover Township, is celebrating her first birthday today, Feb. 25. Carmindy is a granddaughter of Lisa Artley and Donald Scalfer, Wilkes-Barre, and Robert Hazeltine, Larksville. She is a greatgranddaughter of Joann Artley, Wilkes-Barre, and Loren and Nancy Artley, Berwick.

Holy Family dinner set

Logan O. Bruno

Jordan L. Heinz

Logan Owen Bruno, son of Eric and Chastity Bruno, Lower Gwynedd, is celebrating his fifth birthday today, Feb. 25. Logan is a grandson of Earl and Joan Carter, Wilkes-Barre, and Stanley and RuthAnn Bruno, New Cumberland. He is a great-grandson of Joyce Carter, Wilkes-Barre. Logan has a brother, Aiden, 9, and a sister, Siena, 3.

Jordan Lee Heinz, daughter of Christopher and Brenda Heinz, Hatfield, is celebrating her third birthday today, Feb. 25. Jordan is a granddaughter of Lee and Barbara Aument, Nanticoke, and Steve and Helen Heinz, Yardley.

Madelyn Elizabeth Smith, daughter of Andrew and Rachele Smith, Exeter, is celebrating her fourth birthday today, Feb. 25. Madelyn is a granddaughter of Donna Dennis, Wilkes-Barre; Keith Dennis, Hazleton; and Tom and Elfriede Smith, Ithaca, N.Y. She is a great-granddaughter of Eleanor Wanat and Michael and Louise Dennis, all of WilkesBarre.

Holy Family Parish, Sugar Notch, will hold its annual ham and cabbage dinner on March 10 in Holy Family Church Hall, Main Street. Chef Ed Brogan will prepare the dinner that will be served from 4 to 7 p.m. Takeouts will be available from 3 p.m. Donation is $8.50 for adults and $4 for children. Tickets can be purchased after all weekend Masses or at the door. From left, seated: Mary Kay Pettinger, Dorothy Namey, the Rev. Joseph R. Kakareka, pastor; and Beth Vrotkoski. Standing: Ed Brogan, Mary Anne Malone, Liz Vrotkoski, Fran Ronanowski, Nancy Durkin and Mary Kay Plisko. Absent: Regina Fillman and Domnick Panetta.

MEETINGS Monday MOUNTAIN TOP: Christ United Methodist Church Council, 7 p.m.

Madeline A. Lloyd Madelyn E. Smith

Madeline Alivia Lloyd, daughter of Jeffrey and Gretchen Lloyd, Luzerne, is celebrating her fourth birthday today, Feb. 25. Madeline is a granddaughter of Margaret and David Nallon, Luzerne, and William and Kathleen Lloyd, Shavertown. She is a great-granddaughter of Francis and Rosemary Nallon, Larksville.

The Jewish Community Center, Wilkes-Barre, will host a JCC Casino Night in Macau, China, at 7 p.m. March 10 at 60 S. River St., Wilkes-Barre. Table games, craps, roulette, music, kosher Chinese food and beverages will be featured. The Tones, featuring music of the ’60s, ’70s and ’80s, will entertain. Rick Evans, executive director of the JCC, has announced that this year’s event will also feature a mini auction. Tickets are available at the JCC front desk, online at www.jccwb.com as well as from members of the committee. The event is open to the community. For tickets or information, call the JCC at 824-4646. Committee members, from left, first row, are: Mitch Kornfeld, co-chairperson; Jason Cohen; and David Kayton. Second row: Taly Kornfeld, co-chairperson; Rabbi Roger Lerner; Barbara Sugarman, JCC adult and cultural director; and Renee Hammerman.

Allison Elaine Weghorst, daughter of Brad and Dena Weghorst, Pottstown, is celebrating her 10th birthday today, Feb. 25. Allison is a granddaughter of Dean and Alice Weghorst, Wilkes-Barre, and Lawrence and Phyllis DeWolfe, Nicholson. She is a great-granddaughter of Bill and Barbara Woodworth and Lucille Weghorst, all of WilkesBarre. Allison has a sister, Hannah, 1 1.

KINGSTON: Christ Community Church, 100 W. Dorrance St., is conducting a Thursday Morning Bible Study. The study is from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Refreshments will be available. For information, call 283-2202 or visit www.ccchurchtoday.org

Ann Stull Emily G. Wheeler Emily Grace Wheeler, daughter of Christine Wheeler, Nanticoke, and Dan Miller, Plymouth, is celebrating her second birthday today, Feb. 25. Emily is a granddaughter of Joseph Wheeler and Susan Sauer, both of Nanticoke, and David and Debra Miller, Larksville. She is a great-granddaughter of Joseph and Dorothy Wheeler and Elizabeth Pierson, all of Hanover Township.

Ann Stull, daughter of David and Carol Stull, New York, is celebrating her 15th birthday today, Feb. 25. Ann is a granddaughter of the late Gladys and David Stull, Larksville, and the late Ann and Stanley Cmiel, Plymouth.

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Alexis M. Youells Alexis Marie Youells, daughter of James and Susan Youells, Forty Fort, is celebrating her third birthday today, Feb. 25. Alexis is a granddaughter of Harold and Rita Jenkins, Forty Fort, and James and Helen Youells, Plymouth. She is a great-granddaughter of Helen Youells, Plymouth. Alexis has two sisters, Rachelle, 10, and Lauren, 8, and a brother, James, 5.

PLYMOUTH: Plymouth Cambrian Club, 7 p.m., First Welsh Baptist Church. Program for the evening will be a DVD entitled, “Cardiff, Castle and City.” The Board meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. with Megan Landmesser, president, presiding. Hostesses will be Joy Suda and Jackie Legg. All are invited to attend. New members welcome.

JCC to host Casino Night

BRIEFS

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LAFLIN: The next World Apostolate of Fatima Reparation Vigil to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary will be March 2 at The Oblates of St. Joseph, Route 315. The event begins with recitation of the rosary during which time confessions are heard. Mass is celebrated at 8:55 pm. followed by adoration, devotions and scapular enrollment. The vigil is hosted by the Rev. Paul McDonnell. LAFLIN: The Josephite-Marellian Laity Association will host a Lenten Retreat March 4 at the Oblates of St. Joseph Seminary, Route 315. The retreat begins at 2 p.m. with a talk by Sister Redempta Sweeney, IHM, followed by adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, confessions, Stations of the Cross and the celebration of Holy Mass (suffices the Sunday Mass obligation). The retreat is free and open to the public. For more information, call the seminary

office at 654-7542. LUZERNE COUNTY: Church Women United of Wyoming Valley has announced the following locations for World Day of Prayer services on March 2: • First English Baptist Church, 58 S. Prospect St., 1 p.m. Chairperson is Pat Herring. • Living Hope Bible Church, 32 S. Main St., Plains Township, 6 p.m. Chairperson is Nancy Baker. • Ruggles United Methodist Church, 7 p.m. Chairperson is Joyce Honeywell. • Trinity Presbyterian Church, 105 Irem Road, Dallas, 1 p.m. with tea following in the fellowship hall. Program for the service has been written by the women of Malaysia. Info: 6753131. Chairperson is Catherine Bolinski. Lois Walting, CWU co-president, arranged the East Side services and Betty Swithers, CWU co-president, arranged the West Side services. NANTICOKE: St. Faustina Kowalska Parish, 520 S. Hanover St., will hold its monthly bingo March 4 in St. Mary’s Hall, 1030 S. Hanover St., Nanticoke. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. with early birds at 1:45 p.m. and

March 1 WARRIOR RUN: Ladies Aid Society of Warrior Run Welsh Presbyterian Church, 390 Chestnut St., 7 p.m. monthly meeting.

March 7 NANTICOKE: Padre Pio Prayer Group will meet after the 6 p.m. Mass at St. Faustina Parish Main Site, South Hanover Street.

regular games at 2 p.m. Door and cash prizes will be awarded and refreshments will be available. PLAINS TWP.: Mountain View Church, 667 N. River St., upstairs from the Jazz Café, will host a Karaoke Night at 7 tonight. Refreshments will be available. PLYMOUTH: First Friday Group of Assumpta Council 3987, Knights of Columbus, will recite the rosary at 8:30 a.m. March 2 at the Church of All Saints in Plymouth. Celebration of the Mass will follow at 9 a.m.Breakfast will follow at Ollies Restaurant in Edwardsville. Reservations can be made by calling Chet Daniels at 6962096. TRUCKSVILLE: Cross Creek Community Church, 370 Carverton Road, will celebrate “Friend Day” March 18 with two services at 9 and 10:45 a.m. Pastor Dave Martin encourages friends, families and neighbors to attend. A nursery and Junior Church is provided. For more information, call 696-0399 or email crosscreekcomm@epix.net.

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Medical clinic worker offers steps to avoid delays at doctor’s office Dear Abby: I have worked in a medical clinic for 35 years and hear a lot of complaints about the wait for doctor appointments. May I explain some of the

reasons for it? 1. If you need to be seen, call first to get an appointment. Most offices leave open spots to accommodate urgent-care matters. If you just walk in, we must work you in with patients who already have appointments. 2. Do NOT come an hour early and announce in front of the entire waiting room that expect to get worked in before your scheduled time. Reschedule instead. 3. Bring your insurance cards with

DEAR ABBY ADVICE you. Do not tell us to call another doctor’s office to get the information. 4. Don’t walk in with forms you need filled out and signed by the doctor and expect someone to take care of it immediately. It requires your chart to be pulled, a nurse to fill out the information and the doctor to sign. Leave the form. We’ll mail it. 5. Don’t expect to call the office and speak with the doctor in the middle of a clinic day. A nurse can usually handle the question. — Gentle Reminder in Sioux Falls, S.D.

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Dear Gentle: Thank you for the reminders, which may help readers avoid some of the frustrations they encounter when going for a medical appointment. They are well worth the space in my column. Dear Abby: My husband and I have become fond of a delightful elderly couple, “Frank” and “Annie.” We bought the home across the street from them 10 years ago. They have four children, two of whom live nearby. Two years ago, Frank was diagnosed with dementia. They are adamant about staying in the house they’ve owned since they were newlyweds. This means more of the burden of caring for the house and finances now falls to Annie, who has health

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problems of her own. We help out whenever we can, because I know money is tight for them. When their lawnmower broke, we bought them a new one, and with the help of another neighbor, we take care of general yardwork and house issues. I am growing increasingly concerned about the state of their finances, and bewildered that their children never seem to help. They interact with their parents at birthdays and on holidays. I don’t know the children well, but is there a way to help them understand that their parents may not be volunteering all their troubles? Frank and Annie are proud of what they’ve accomplished, but now they need a little extra support. They never ask for help, but gratefully accept

it if it’s offered. Would I be out of line to communicate with our neighbors’ family? — Love Thy Neighbor Dear Love Thy Neighbor: Not at all. The “children” should be told about your concerns, and also the things you have been doing to help their parents. Sometimes the children of aging parents don’t recognize the changes that take place when a loved one has dementia. Bring it out in the open, and you’ll be doing them a favor. To receive a collection of Abby’s most memorable — and most frequently requested — poems and essays, send a business-sized, selfaddressed 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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GOREN BRIDGE WITH OMAR SHARIF & TANNAH HIRSCH PREVIOUS DAY’S SOLUTION

ARIES (March 21-April 19). You’re an agreeable person, but that doesn’t mean you’re going to say yes to everything that’s presented to you. In fact, you’re likely to say no at least three times and be better off for it. TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Detective work isn’t just for criminal cases. Sleuthing will be necessary in your professional life even if you don’t work for the police. You’ll do well in a situation that requires secrecy. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). The hardiest seed in the world still requires particular circumstances in order to grow. You’re tough inside, but you still have needs. There’s nothing wimpy about knowing what they are. CANCER (June 22-July 22). Today’s conflict may be subtle and, therefore, insignificant to those around you, but it means something to you. Your shrewd strategy makes you a formidable opponent. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Your best financial luck occurs when you are happily doing what you want to do for your own reasons — reasons that even you may not understand. Being totally unconcerned about monetary rewards could make you rich. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You’ll work incredibly hard. When it comes to play, you think you have no goals, but think again. Live a little. Make a plan. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You want to use your talents. There are many routes to this end. Still, you’ll appreciate the confirmation that you’re headed in a good direction.

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Buick’s eAssist adds mileage boost to Regal, LaCrosse EAssist doesn’t change the basic nature of either car. It simply adds very impressive fuel economy to their existing virtues. The Regal remains an enjoyable, sporty sedan. Its electric steering is direct and provides good feedback. The suspension encourages enthusiastic driving. The interior of the car I tested was trimmed in an attractive two-tone color scheme and high-quality materials. The optional Harman/Kardon audio system was oddly bass-heavy, but not too much to fix with adjustments. The Regal accelerated confidently with eAssist’s help. The larger and heavier LaCrosse did not respond as eagerly, but its power was acceptable. Buick expects performance-minded LaCrosse shoppers to choose the 303horsepower 3.6-liter V-6 model. The interiors of both cars are quiet at high speeds. The LaCrosse’s main selling points remain excellent passenger space, comfort and a long list of features. The rear seat is particularly accommodating. Attractive, soft-touch materials cover nearly every surface. The front seat needs more storage bins for sunglasses, phones, iPods and the like. Buick’s voice-recognition system still has some kinks, particularly with iPhones. The version of the system in the Verano compact is the best yet, as you’d expect in the newest car. Engineers promise software patches will be available soon. When that’s done the infotainment systems should be as satisfying and easy to use as everything else about the first two electrified Buicks.

MARK PHELAN WHEELS I Sing the Body Electric. No, make that the Buick electric. Buicks, actually. Plural. The 2012 Buick Regal and 2012 Buick LaCrosse sedans are all charged up and ready to go thanks to a slick system that uses what Buick calls "light electrification" to boost the engine’s power and fuel economy. It’s called eAssist, and it uses key pieces of hybrid technology to give the two premium sedans outstanding fuel economy. Prices for the eAssist Buick models start at $29,055 for the Regal, on which eAssist is a standalone option. You can order it on any model, and with any other options, except the performance-oriented Turbo and GS. The system is standard equipment on the bigger LaCrosse, with prices starting at $30,170. I tested a nicely equipped Regal with eAssist and other options that raised the price to $33,560. The very well-equipped LaCrosse I drove stickered at $35,825. All prices exclude destination charges. Regal and LaCrosse eAssist models score EPA fuel economy ratings of 25 mpg in the city, 36 on the highway and 29 combined. That easily tops the fuel economy of premium sedans like the Audi A4 and Acura TL. The Buicks’ fuel economy trails models with more elaborate hybrid systems, like the Lincoln MKZ, and the diesel Volkswagen Passat TDI, but the eAssist Buicks also tend to cost less than comparably equipped models of those cars. GM developed eAssist to ratchet up fuel economy without the expense of the powerful hybrid systems that can drive the car in battery-only mode at 30, 40 or 50 mph.

GM developed eAssist to ratchet up fuel economy without adding the expensive hybrid systems.

EAssist’s electric motor and batteries reduce fuel consumption significantly, but they won’t drive the cars on their own. The system, which weighs 69 pounds, consists of a 15-horsepower electric motor-generator and lithium-ion battery. Other modifications to both cars also include low rolling-resistance tires and underbody aerodynamic panels. The EPA’s annual fuel cost estimate suggests the system will pay for itself in about four years, faster if gasoline

prices rise. Who am I kidding? When gasoline prices rise. The system functions almost flawlessly in both cars. The only drawback is reduced luggage capacity. The batteries sit behind the rear seat and reduce trunk space from 13.3 cubic feet in the LaCrosse and 14.2 in the Regal to 10.9 and 11.1, respectively. EAssist’s electric boost helps acceleration and allows for more fuel-efficient gear ratios. Thanks to that revised gearing, the Regal’s engine purrs along

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K E N P OL L OCK N IS S A N

TH E NUM BER 1 NISSAN DEAL ER IN TH E NE AND C ENTRAL PA REGIO N** 2012 N IS S A N A L TIM A SA VE 20% 2.5S S E DA N

S C AN H ERE FO R S ERVIC E S PEC IAL S

STK#N 20603 M O D EL# 13112 M SR P $23,820

2012 N IS S A N ROGUE ILA B LE @ TH IS P R IC E! S V A W D 18 SA9 AVEVA $3,000 O FF M SR P ! STK#N 21224 M O D EL# 22412 M SR P $26,415

4 Cyl, CVT , Ba ck-Up Ca m era , Blu eto o th, Allo ys , Po w erS ea t, PW , PDL , Rea r T in ted Gla s s a n d M u ch M o re!

B U Y FO R

18 ,9 9 5

W / $ 15 0 0 N IS S A N R EB ATE & $ 75 0 N M AC C A P TIV E C A S H

2 3 ,4 15

W / $750 N IS S AN R EB ATE

L EAS E FOR *

219

L EAS E FOR *

179 P ER M O.

24 M O NTH L EA SE

2012 N IS S A N A L TIM A COUP E 2.5S 32 M P G

STK#N 21002 M O D EL# 15112 M SR P $25,450

HW Y

4 Cyl, CVT , A/C, AM /F M /CD, PW , PDL , Cru is e, T ilt, Blu eto o th, M u ch M o re!

P lu s Ta x.

B U Y FO R

2 1,9 9 5

W / $150 0 N IS S AN R EB ATE

O FFER S END 2/29/12

V-6, CVT , L T D E d t. W heels , M o o n ro o f, A/C, PW , PDL , Cru is e, T ilt, M u ch M o re!

E E H L W OF

349

STK#N 21472 M O D EL# 23212 M SR P $32,525

B U Y FOR

27,495

W / $15 0 0 N IS S AN R EB ATE & $5 0 0 N IS S AN P R ES ID EN T’S D AY B O N U S CAS H

P ER M O.

P lu s Ta x.

L EAS E FOR

28 9 P ER M O. P lu s Ta x.

*$289 Perm o n th p lu s ta x, 39 m o n th lea s e; 12,000 m iles p eryea r; Res id u a l= $17,238.25; M u s tb e a p p ro ved thru NM AC @ T ier1; $2,325 Ca s h Do w n o rT ra d e E q u ity (+ ) p lu s regis tra tio n fees ; T o ta l d u e @ d elivery= $2,522.50. In clu d es $725 Nis s a n L ea s e Reb a te a n d $500 Nis s a n Pres id en t’s Da y Bo n u s Ca s h.

0FIN AN CIN% G* AVAIL APABRL E

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2011 N IS S A N P A THFIN DE R S IL V E R E DT. 4X4

2012 N IS S A N FRON TIE R K IN G CA B 4X4 S V

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10 KING C A B S A VA ILA B LE! 6 SP EEDS & A U TO M A TIC S!

3 A VA ILA B LE @ TH IS P R IC E! SA VE O VER $7000 O FF M SR P !

V-6, Au to m a tic, L ea ther, Hea ted S ea ts , Allo ys , PW , PDL , Cru is e, T ilt, Pro Pkg, a n d M u ch M o re!!

P lu s Ta x.

V-6, CVT , A/C, PW , PDL , Cru is e, T ilt, S p la s h Gu a rd s & F lo o rM a ts !

*$349 Perm o n th p lu s ta x, 39 m o n th lea s e; 12,000 m iles p eryea r; Res id u a l= $16,666.30; M u s tb e a p p ro ved thru NM AC @ T ier1; $2,000 Ca s h Do w n o rT ra d e E q u ity (+ ) p lu s regis tra tio n fees ; T o ta l d u e @ d elivery= $2,197.50. $1000 Nis s a n L ea s e Reb a te.

STK#N 21021 M O D EL# 25411 M SR P $39,150

229 P ER M O.

6 A VA ILA B LE @ TH IS P R IC E!

2012 N IS S A N M URA N O S A W D

W / $150 0 N IS S AN R EB ATE

LEAS E FOR

L EAS E FOR

*$229 Perm o n th p lu s ta x, 39 m o n th lea s e; 12,000 m iles p eryea r; Res id u a l= $13,743; M u s tb e a p p ro ved thru NM AC @ T ier1; $2,000 Ca s h Do w n o rT ra d e E q u ity (+ ) p lu s regis tra tio n fees ; T o ta l d u e @ d elivery= $2,197.50.

DEAL D EA L S

SA VE $5000 O FF M SR P O N A LL 2012 M A XIM A ’S

28 ,735

C A LL M R .G R EEN FO R DETA ILS

P lu s Ta x.

L IM ITE D E DITION

IS H ER E NO W !

P ER M O.

2012 N IS S A N M A XIM A 3.5S

B U Y FOR

NISSA N LEA F

*$179 PerM o n th p lu s ta x, 24 m o n th lea s e; 12,000 m iles p eryea r; Res id u a l= $15,244.80; M u s tb e a p p ro ved thru NM AC @ T ier1; $2,000 Ca s h Do w n o rT ra d e E q u ity (+ ) p lu s regis tra tio n fees ; T o ta l d u e @ d elivery $2,197.50. $850 Nis s a n L ea s e Reb a te in clu d ed .

*$219 Perm o n th p lu s ta x, 39 m o n th lea s e; 12,000 m iles p er yea r; Res id u a l= $15,320.70; M u s tb e a p p ro ved thru NM AC @ T ier 1; $2,000 Ca s h Do w n o rT ra d e E q u ity (+ ) p lu s regis tra tio n fees ; T o ta l d u e @ d elivery= $2,197.50. $1000 Nis s a n L ea s e Reb a te in clu d ed .

STK#N 21283 M O D EL# 16112 M SR P $33,735

32 M P G HW Y

4 Cyl, CVT , A/C, AM /F M /CD, Pu s h Bu tto n S ta rt, PW , PDL , Cru is e, T ilt& M u ch M o re!

26 M P G HW Y

B U Y FO R

A LL NEW A LL ELEC TR IC

O R M O R E O N A LL 2012 A LTIM A S!

B U Y FOR

31,995

W / $2 5 0 0 N IS S AN R EB ATE

LEAS E FOR

38 9

P ER M O. P lu s Ta x.

*$389 Perm o n th p lu s ta x, 39 m o n th lea s e; 12,000 m iles p eryea r; Res id u a l= $16,051.50; M u s tb e a p p ro ved thru NM AC @ T ier1; $2,000 Ca s h Do w n o rT ra d e E q u ity (+ ) p lu s regis tra tio n fees ; T o ta l d u e @ d elivery= $2,197.50. $3300 Nis s a n L ea s e Reb a te in clu d ed .

85 Altim a sAva ila b le 126 Rogu esAva ila b le 55 M u ra n osAva ila b le 55 Tru ck sAva ila b le

500

N EW V EH ICL ES AV AIL ABL E $2 4 ,6 9 5 B U Y FOR

V-6, Au to m a tic, A/C, Prem iu m Utility Pkg, PW , PDL , Cru is e, T ilt, F lo o rM a ts & M u ch M o re!

W / $2 5 0 0 N IS S AN R EB ATE

L EAS E FOR

249

P ER M O. P lu s Ta x.

*$249 Perm o n th p lu s ta x, 39 m o n th lea s e; 12,000 m iles p eryea r; Res id u a l= $17,409; M u s tb e a p p ro ved thru NM AC @ T ier1; $2,000 Ca s h Do w n o rT ra d e E q u ity (+ ) p lu s regis tra tio n fees ; T o ta l d u e @ d elivery= $2,220.00. $0 Nis s a n L ea s e Reb a te in clu d ed .

JUS T A RRIV E D!

5 2012 N IS S A N JUK E S U P TO 30 M P G HW Y

HURRY IN!

STK#N 21331 M O D EL# 31412 M SR P $29,015

A V A IL A BL E IN S TOCK

300 M ore Ca rs, Tru ck s, V a n s& SUV s To Ch oose From !

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0.9% for24 to 60 m on ths on n e w 2012 A c c ord , Civic , a n d Od ys s e y m od e ls . 0.9% for24 to 36 m on ths a n d 1.9% for37 to 60 m on ths on n e w 2012 Cros s tour, Fit, P ilot, a n d Rid ge lin e m od e ls . $0 DO W N PAYM EN T

G AS M ILEAG E 28 CITY/39 HW Y

G AS M ILEAG E 23 C ITY/ 34 H W Y

$0 DO W N PAYM EN T

2012 Hon d a

2012 H on d a

CIV IC L X

• M odel#FB2F5C EW • 140-hp 16-V alve SO H C i-V TEC ® • 5-Speed A utom atic Transm ission • A ir C onditioning w ith A ir-Filtration System • Pow er W indow s/ Locks/M irrors • C ruise C ontrol• R em ote Entry • 160-W att A M /FM /C D A udio System w ith 4 Speakers • A BS • D ual-Stage,M ultiple-Threshold Front A irbags (SR S) • Front Side A irbags w ith Passenger-Side O ccupant Position D etection System (O PD S) • Side C urtain A irbags

***LEAS E 3 6 M ONTHS THROUG H AHFC . $0 DOW N PAY M ENT. 1S T PAY M ENT AND TAG S DUE AT DELIV ERY . RES IDUAL $12,043 .50

199/ 199/M OO.***.***

A CCO RD L X

• M odel#C P2f3C EW • 177-hp 16-V alve D O H C i-V TEC ® Engine • 5-Speed A utom atic Transm ission • Pow er W indow s/Locks/M irrors • R em ote Entry • C ruise C ontrol• A ir C onditioning w ith A ir-Filtration System • 160-W att A M / FM /C D A udio System w ith 6 Speakers • V ehicle Stability A ssistTM (V SA ® ) w ith Traction C ontrol• A BS • Sual-Stage,M ultiple-Threshold Front A irbags (SR S) • D ual-C ham ber Front Side A irbags w ith Passenger-Side O ccupant Position D etection System (O PD S) • Side C urtain A irbags

2219/ 19/M OO.**.**

**LEAS E 3 6 M ONTHS THROUG H AHFC . $0 DOW N PAY M ENT. 1S T PAY M ENT AND TAG S DUE AT DELIV ERY . RES IDUAL $13 ,3 11.00

G AS M ILEAG E 22 C ITY/ 30 H W Y

G AS M ILEAG E 17 CITY/24 HW Y

$0 DO W N PAYM EN T

2012 H on d a

P IL O T L X

• 250-hp 24-V alv e SO H C i-V TEC ® • 5-Speed A utom atic Trans m is s ion • 8 Pas s enger Seating • V ariable Torque M anagem ent® 4-W heelD riv e Sy s tem (V TM -4® ) • V ehic le Stability A s s is tTM (V SA ® ) w ith Trac tion C ontrol• Pow er W Indow s /Loc k s / M irrors • Front and R ear A ir C onditioning w ith A ir-Filtration Sy s tem • 229-W att A M /FM /C D A udio Sy s tem w ith 7 Speak ers inc luding Subw oofer • R em ote Entry • A BS • D ual-Stage, M ultiple-Thres hold Front A irbags (SR S) • Front Side A irbags w ith Pas s enger-Side O c c upant Pos ition D etec tion Sy s tem (O PD S)

319/ 319/M O.**** O . ****

2012 Hon d a

CR-V E X

• M odelR M 4H 5C JW • 185-hp • 2.4-Liter,16-V alve SO H C i-V TEC ® 4-C ylinder Engine • R ealTim e A W D w ith Intelligent C ontrolSystem ™ • V ehicle Stability A ssist™ (V SA ® ) w ith Traction C ontrol • A utom atic Transm ission • C ruise C ontrol• A /C • O ne-Touch Pow er M oonroof w ith Tilt Feature • R em ote Entry System • Bluetooth® H andsFreeLink ® • M ulti-angle rearview cam era w ith guidelines • 160-W att A M /FM /C D A udio System w ith 6 Speakers • Bluetooth® Stream ing A udio • Pandora® Internet R adio com patibility • SM S Text M essage Function • U SB A udio Interface • A nti-Lock Braking System (A BS) • D ual-Stage,M ultiple-Threshold Front A irbags (SR S) • Front Side A irbags w ith Passenger-Side O ccupant Position D etection System (O PD S) • Side C urtain A irbags w ith R ollover Sensor

IN S TO CK!

****LEAS E 3 6 M ONTHS THROUG H AHFC . $0 DOW N PAY M ENT. 1S T PAY M ENT AND TAG S DUE AT DELIV ERY . RES IDUAL $28,470.00

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M A AT TT T B U UR RN N EE

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C EE N NT T EE R R

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H O N D A ’S

04 HY UNDA I XG 350 SDN S ilver,97K M iles

N ow

$6,950

01 TO Y O TA RA V 4 L 4W D S ilver,65K M iles

N ow

$9,950

08 NISSA N V ERSA SDN

S ilver,67K M iles

N ow

$11,950

08 NISSA N A LTIM A “S” SDN

W hite,13K M iles,W as $18,950 N ow

$14,950

Y O UR NIC E TRA DE HERE

$8,750

N avy,83K M iles

O DYS S EY

FIT

LX S ilver,98K

$9,950

IN S IGHT HYBRID

10 INSIG HT EX G ray,22K...................................NO W $17,950

09 HY UNDA ISO NA TA G LS SDN V 6 S ilver,45K M iles

N ow

$11,950

07 SUBA RU IM PREZA A W D

S ilver,27K,W as $17,950

N ow

$14,950

$9,750

N ow

09 O D Y SSEY LX W hite,38K.................................N O W $18,950 09 FIT SPO RT R ed,15K......................................NO W $14,950 10 O D Y SSEY EXL G ray,15K...............................N O W $27,950

04 HO NDA C RV 4W D

W hite,42K M iles

N ow

03 HO NDA O DY SSEY EXL

02 HO NDA C IV IC LX C PE

09 C IV IC 08 C IV IC 09 C IV IC 09 C IV IC 09 C IV IC 09 C IV IC 09 C IV IC

1.9%

36 m os

CI V I C

LX SDN Titanium ,36K..........................NO W EX 5-SPD SDN W hite,42K.............NO W LX C PE N avy,30K................................NO W LXS SDN G ray,23K............................NO W EX SDN Titanium ,28K..........................NO W EX SDN B lue,23K................................NO W EXL SDN W hite,29K...........................NO W

ACCORD S

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EN T LX S ilver,56K...............................N O W EN T EX B lack,43K...............................N O W EN T EX G ray,30K................................N O W EN T EX O m inP earl,24K........................N O W

$15,750 $17,500 $18,950 $21,500

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R ID G EL IN E 4W D

08 R ID G ELIN E RTS C herry,46K......................N O W $22,500

60 m os

07 M A ZDA C X-7 TO URING A W D

CRV 4W D

EX B eige,60K.............................................N O W EX S ilver,50K.............................................N O W EX G reen,46K............................................N O W LX G reen,36K............................................N O W EX B lack,48K.............................................N O W EXL B lue,39K...........................................N O W EXL S ilver,19K..........................................N O W EX S ilver,22K.............................................N O W EXL Lt.B lue,28K.......................................N O W EXL B lack,30K..........................................N O W EXL B lue,23K...........................................N O W EXL N A V I R ed,14K..............................N O W EXL B lack,8K...........................................N O W

Y O UR NIC E TRA DE HERE

$10,950

N ow $12,500 PIL OT 4W D $14,450 $14,750 09 PILO T EXL W hite,54K....................................NO W $24,950 $15,450 09 PILO T EXL-D V D N avy,33K........................NO W $27,950 $15,950 $16,500 $16,750 04 JEEP W RA NG LER RUBIC O N 4X4 $18,950

$16,950 $17,950 $17,950 $18,500 $18,950 $19,350 $19,950 $21,750 $22,500 $23,500 $24,500 $26,500 $25,950

08 A C C O RD EX SDN S ilver,42K................................NO W $15,950 B lack,58K M iles 08 A C C O RD LXP SDN G ray,30K..............................NO W $15,950 N ow $15,950 09 A C C O RD LX SDN G ray,27K..................................NO W $15,950 09 A C C O RD LX SDN B urgundy,13K..........................NO W $16,950 09 A C C O RD LXP SDN B urgundy,28K......................NO W $16,950 10 A C C O RD LX SDN W hite,24K................................NO W $17,500 09 A C C O RD EX SDN B lack,19K................................NO W $18,500 08 HY UNDA I 07 JEEP W RA NG LER V ERA C RUZ A W D 10 A C C O RD EXL NAV I B lack,24K............................NO W $21,500 X 4DR 4W D B lack,29K M iles G reen,60K M iles D isclosure:1.9% - 36 m os,2.9% - 60 m os thru A .H .F.C .W -A -C on C ertified A ccords.C ertified H onda’s have N ow $21,500 N ow $18,950 1yr - 12k B asic W arranty.B alance of 7yr - 100K P ow ertrain W arranty from in-service date.

5 S peed,B lack,42K M iles

N ow

$15,750

06 C HEV Y EQ UINO X 4W D

V 6,W hite,68K M iles

$12,750

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09 TO Y O TA M A TRIX “S” A W D R ed,56K M iles

N ow

B lack,71K M iles

G old,29K M iles

$16,750

08 C HRY SLER A SPEN LTD 4W D B lack,42K M iles

N ow

$23,750

$15,950

06 HO NDA PILO T EX 4W D

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$9,950

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S ilver,67K M iles

B row n,66K M iles

08 C R V 07 C R V 07 C R V 09 C R V 09 C R V 07 C R V 07 C R V 10 C R V 09 C R V 10 C R V 10 C R V 11 C R V 11 C R V

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$16,950

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NISSAN `08 XTERRA

VOLVO 850 ‘95 WAGON Runs good, air,

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

NISSAN ‘07 SENTRA SE One Owner Bluetooth - Smart Key $10,900

automatic, fair shape. $1,800. 347-693-4156

415 Autos-Antique & Classic

CHEVROLET `’57 BEL AIR 2 door, hardtop, im-

maculate, full restoration, white with red interior $48,500 570-237-0968 560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

OLDSMOBILE `97 CUTLASS SUPREME Museum kept, never

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

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

SAAB 900`98 Low mileage, 25

mpg, 5 speed convertible. Perfect shape, everything works. New stereo, recent inspection, good tires. Very dependable, no rust FUN IN THE SUN! $3,950 570-639-1121 or 570-430-1095

SATURN ‘07 ION2 Newly inspected,

good condition. Dealer price $7500. Asking $5500. 570-574-6880

SUBARU `05 FORESTER

Excellent condition. Priced to sell! $6,195. 570-594-3975

TOYOTA `07 AVALON 48,000 miles, one

owner, garage kept, excellent condition. $15,500. 570-474-9076

TOYOTA ‘02 CAMRY SE 1 Owner, only 38k miles $10,920

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

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

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 ’77 CORVETTE Red & red, all

original. No hits, restoration. Rides and looks new. Exceptionally clean. A/c, pb, ps, pw, 51K $13,900 OBO 570-563-5056

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

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

MERCEDES-BENZ `73 450SL with Convertible

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

MERCURY `79 ZEPHYR

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

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Commercial Trucks & Equipment

FORD `90 TRUCK

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

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HARLEY DAVIDSON

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

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

FOREST RIVER ‘10 SURVEYOR 234T

24’ Travel trailer. Sleeps 7, two queen beds, tinted windows, 17’ awning, fridge, microwave, oven/range, sofa bed, water heater. A/C, one slide out, smoke free, only $14,995. 570-868-6426

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Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

Buick `06 Rainier CXL BURGUNDY & GREY, LEATHER SUNROOF, AWD 343-1959

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

DAELIM 20064,700 150 CCs.

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

HARLEY 2011 HERITAGE SOFTTAIL Black. 1,800 miles.

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

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

CHEVROLET `05 TOYOTA ‘09 COROLLA S HARLEY DAVIDSON `03 SILVERADO LT Z71 Auto. 4 Cylinder. Extended cab, $12,880 NIGHTTRAIN

New rear tire. Very good condition. 23K miles. $8,500. Call 570-510-1429 560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

VOLKSWAGEN ‘00 BEETLE 2.0 automatic, air 67k miles $6400. 570-466-0999

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

automatic. 4x4. Black with grey leather interior. Heated seats. 59,000 miles. New Michelin tires. $14,000 (570) 477-3297

HARLEY DAVIDSON ‘01 CHEVY `99 SILVERADO Electra Glide, Ultra Auto. V6 Vortec. Classic, many chrome accessories, 13k miles, Metallic Emerald Green. Garage kept, like new condition. Includes Harley cover. $12,900 570-718-6769 570-709-4937

HARLEY DAVIDSON

‘08 FLHTCU. Ultra classic, mint condition. white & black pearls. 6,500 miles. Reduced to $17,500 Call Bill 570-262-7627

Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

Standard cab. 8’ bed with liner. Dark Blue. 98,400 miles. $4,999 or best offer 570-823-8196

miles, rear heat and air, loaded. Michelin tires, garage kept, excellent condition. $5000 OBO 570-822-4580 570-332-4643

Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

Leather, alloys & moonroof $17,800 PW & PL $17,490 1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

CHEVY ‘03 SILVERADO

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

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

GMC `05 SAVANA

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

CHEVY ‘05 SILVERADO

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

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

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

CHEVY ‘10 EQUINOX LT

Moonroof. Alloys. 1 Owner. $17,900

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

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CHRYSLER `02 TOWN & COUNTRY

Luxury people mover! 87,300 well maintained miles. This like-new van has third row seating, power side & rear doors. Economical V6 drivetrain and all available options. Priced for quick sale $6,295. Generous trade-in allowances will be given on this top-of-the-line vehicle. Call Fran 570-466-2771 Scranton

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

4.0-ATM, 4WD, 128,000 miles, full power, minor body & mechanical work needed for state inspection. Recent radiator & battery. $2,500. OBO. 570-239-8376

JEEP `03 Rare. LIBERTY5 SPORT.

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

CHRYSLER ‘02 TOWN & COUNTRY V6. Like new!

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

FORD `04 EXPLORER

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

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 ‘07 Grand Cherokee

1 owner, alloys, PW & PL $17,490

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

1 owner, moonroof, alloys $15,990

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

MERCURY `03 MOUNTAINEER

FORD ‘02 ESCAPE

4WD V6 Automatic Sunroof Leather Excellent condition!. 116,000 Miles $7200. 570-814-8793

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

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

AWD. Third row seating. Economical 6 cylinder automatic. Fully loaded with all available options. 93k pampered miles. Garage kept. Safety / emissions inspected and ready to go. Sale priced at $8,995. Trade-ins accepted. Tag & title processing available with purchase. Call Fran for an appointment to see this outstanding SUV. 570-466-2771 Scranton

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MERCURY ‘03 MOUNTAINEER LUXURY EDITION

Red & silver, One owner, garage kept, well maintained. Loaded with too many options to list! 68,000 miles. Asking $9,000. 570-239-8389

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

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Business/ Strategic Management

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 ‘07 YARIS

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

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527 Food Services/ Hospitality

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Building/ Construction/ Skilled Trades

CONSTRUCTION TRUCK DRIVERS Seeking applications to fill CDL Class A & B driver positions. Valid PA license and clean driving record required. Work with us in the highway construction and Marcellus Shale industries.

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Seeking off-road truck driver and excavator/hammer operator. Successful candidates must be willing to work all shifts and all days including weekends. Salary commensurate with experience. AMERICAN ASPHALT PAVING CO. 500 Chase Rd Shavertown, PA 18708 Fax: 570-696-3486 jobs@amer asphalt.com EOE

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Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair

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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

Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

JEEP 02 GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO 6 cylinder 4 WD, air

KIA ‘10 SOUL

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

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CHEVY’ 99 ASTRO AWD. 98,000

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FORD ‘08 ESCAPE XLT

‘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

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PROVIDE INITIAL & ONGOING TRAINING. OUR TECHNICIANS APPLY FERTILIZER, LIME & WEED PREVENTATIVES AS WELL AS INSECT CONTROL & TURF AERATION SERVICES FOR RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL CUSTOMERS.

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MAINTENANCE Light industrial, all phases, day shift. Must possess strong mechanical abilities. Electrical knowledge & ability to read electrical prints to troubleshoot equipment required. PLC knowledge helpful. Please send resumes to: MORGAN TECHNICAL CERAMICS CERTECH, Attn: Jim Kanor, 500 Stewart Rd., Hanover Township, PA 18706. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. EOE

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SERVICE TECHNICIAN Energy Technologies, Inc. is expanding and has an immediate opening for an experienced commercial service technician. Become part of the success of this Linc franchise where service is central to our business. Benefits include top pay, flexible health insurance plan, retirement plan, vacation, company truck, continuous training, bonus incentives, and a professional atmosphere. Stop in to fill out an application or send resume to: Mr. Chad Davis Service Manager ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES, INC. 591 North Hunter Highway Drums, PA 18222 (570) 788-3845 Ext. 23 www.energyt.com

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IT/Software Development

Programmer/Analyst

Experience with Peachtree accounting a plus. Send resume to: CFM PO BOX 236 CLARKS SUMMIT, PA 18411

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Janitorial/ Cleaning

CLEANING POSITIONS

Immediate openings Wilkes-Barre/ Kingston area. $10/ hour-$11/hour after 90 day probation. Shifts available from 3pm to 12am Part time or full time Call 570-970-7420 & leave a message.

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HOUSEKEEPER

Flexible schedule. Experience required. Please send resume & 3 references to: 275 Memorial Hwy PO Box 301 Dallas, PA 18612

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Logistics/ Transportation

DRIVER NEEDED Independent Contractor

Excellent pay with a growing company. Call 570-820-0414

NOW HIRING: CLASS A OTR COMPANY DRIVERS Van Hoekelen Greenhouses is a family owned business located in McAdoo, PA. We have immediate openings for reliable full-time tractor trailer drivers, to deliver product to our customers across the 48 states. Our premier employment package includes: • Hourly Payincluding paid detention time, and guaranteed 8 hours per day • Safety Bonus$.05/mile paid quarterly • Great Benefits100% paid health insurance, vision, dental, life, STD, 401K, vacation time, and holiday pay. • Pet & Rider Program • Well maintained freightliners and reefer trailers • Continuous yearround steady work with home time Requirements are: Valid Class A CDL, minimum 1 year OTR experience, must lift 40lbs, and meet driving and criminal record guidelines PLEASE CONTACT SHARON AT (800)979-2022 EXT 1914, MAIL RESUME TO P.O. BOX 88, MCADOO, PA 18237 OR FAX TO 570-929-2260. VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.VHGREEN HOUSES.COM FOR MORE DETAILS.

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Logistics/ Transportation

O/O'S & CO FLATBED DRIVERS

SIGN ON BONUS Hazleton/ Scranton, PA

Growing dedicated account needs Drivers Now! SIGN ON BONUS: $1,000 after 3 months & $1,000 after 6 months for Owner Operators & company drivers. Driver Home Locations: Hazleton, PA, or surrounding Area. Miles per Week Target is 2,275. Runs will go into North east locations. $1.15 all dispatched miles plus fuel surcharge for ALL Dispatch/ Round Trip Miles at $1.50 Peg, paid at $.01 per $.06 increments. Truck must be able to pass a DOT inspection. Plate provided with weekly settlements and fuel card. Also needing up to 10 Company Drivers. Excellent Benefits! .45cents a mile, with tarp pay. Flatbed freight experience required. Class A CDL drivers with 2 years of experience. Feel free to contact Kevin McGrath 608-207-5006 or Jan Hunt 608-364-9716 visit our web site www.blackhawk transport.com GREAT PAY, REGULAR/SCHEDULED HOME TIME & A GREAT/ FRIENDLY/ PROFESSIONAL STAFF TO WORK WITH!

TRACTOR-TRAILER DRIVERS Home 48 hours EVERY Week

Hiring company drivers and Owner-Operators to run out of Hazleton Pa. Home 48 hours weekly, run NY to NC. Pickup & delivery, drop & hook, and terminal-to-terminal runs. Full company benefit package. Company $1,250 gross weekly, Owner-operator $2,350+ after fuel take home weekly. HOUFF TRANSFER is well known for outstanding customer service, safety, and reliability. Requires 5+ years experience, Hazmat, safe driving record. OwnerOperator equipment less than 5 years old. Info Ed Miller @ 877-234-9233 or 540-234-9233. Apply www.houff.com

548 Medical/Health

CERTIFIED NURSE AIDE Allied Services Heinz Rehab, Wilkes-Barre currently has opportunities for Full or Part-Time Certified Nurse Aides on the 11 pm - 7:30 am shift. Competitive pay rates commensurate with experience plus shift differential. Excellent benefits package. If interested, please apply online at www.allied services.org Bilingual individuals encouraged to apply. Allied Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. LITTLE FLOWER MANOR AND ST. LUKE’S VILLA have the following positions available. RN Supervisor – part time & per diem, 3-11P and 11P-7A Certified Nurse Aides – full, part time & per diem, 7A-3P and 11P-7A Dietary Aides/Porters – 6A-2P & 4-7P Resident Assistant (St. Therese Residence) – part time 5-9PM LPN - Personal Care (St. Luke’s Villa) part time 3-11P Activity Aides (Little Flower Manor) – part time 8A-4PM, 12-8PM, 38PM & every other weekend Apply: Little Flower Manor 200 S. Meade St. Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702 pmelski@lfmstr.com fax: 570-408-9760 EOE

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The Woodhouse Day Spa is currently hiring for Full Time Massage Therapists. Position requires outstanding customer service skills and must be available days, evenings and Saturdays. Please apply in person at the spa. Monday-Friday 9-6 387 Wyoming Ave., Kingston. EOE

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PERSONAL CARE AIDES - PART TIME All Shifts

PART TIME COOK

APPLY WITHIN: 4252 Memorial Highway Dallas, PA 18612

PHYSICIAN SUBSTITUTE

Physician Substitute position available in a growing, face paced and successful plasma collection facility. This position is responsible for providing instructions and explanations, medical evaluations, and counseling to potential and current plasmapheresis donors. Potential employee must be a Licensed Practical Nurse or a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania, CPR certified, and must have good communication and problem solving skills. Interstate Blood and Plasma offers an excellent work environment, competitive wages and benefits package. The hours will be afternoons into early evenings. Fax resume to 570-823-7366 or email apanzarella@ interstate bloodbank.com

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Other

FOSTER PARENTS NEEDED!

FCCY is looking for people to help meet the growing demand for foster homes. Those interested in becoming foster parents call 1-800747-3807. EOE.

ORGANIST/ MUSIC DIRECTOR

for vibrant Protestant Church in Kingston. Must be proficient on 3 Manual Pipe Organ & Choral Direction. Part time, no benefits. Salary $20,000 + based on education & experience. Job description at www.cocu4u.org or call 287-2522. Send resume to: SEARCH COMMITTEE, 190 S. Sprague Ave., Kingston, PA 18704 or email to personnel@ cocu4u.org EOE

PARTS PERSON WANTED: We are looking for

an experienced parts person to join our team. Responsibility’s include: parts ordering, inventory, data entry, clerical Day shift, great working environment: Apply in person ONLY. EOE Calex 58 Pittston Ave Pittston, PA

PLASMA DONORS NEEDED

INTERSTATE BLOOD AND PLASMA 665 CAREY AVE WILKES-BARRE IMMEDIATE PAYMENT CALL WITH QUESTIONS 823-4119

SEXTON

Part time. general cleaning, routine maintenance, repairs, lawn care, snow removal. 570-287-8440

554

Production/ Operations

KMS FAB LLC Has immediate openings for the positions listed below.

- Laser Operators - Turret Operators - Press Brake Operators - Punch Press Operators - General Machine Operators Please email your resume to: kbrunges@ kmspa.com or fill out an application at KMS, FAB, LLC. 100 Parry Street Luzerne, PA. 18709 E.O.E.

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A well-established local manufacturer is looking for full time experienced Machine Operator for 3rd shift. 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

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PERSONAL SAFETY WITH ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM FOG LAMPS AM/FM/CD

LEATHER SEATS VIN #3LCR803324

HANDS-FREE SYNC SIDE AIR CURTAINS MESSAGE CENTER POWER LOCKS POWER WINDOWS

24 Mos. *Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied

**Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $595 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 2/29/12.

NEW 2012 LINCOLN MKX AWD NEW 2012 LINCOLN MKZ

Leather Seats, Message Center, Side Air Curtains, CD, Fog Lamps, SYNC, Personal Safety with Anti-Theft Sys., PL, PW,

3.7L V6, CD, Auto. Temp Control, 18â&#x20AC;? Alum. Wheels, Leather Heated/Cooled Seats, Satellite Radio, Side Air Curtains, Keyless Entry w/Keypad, Reverse Sensing Sys.,

VIN #3LCR807016

MPG

VIN #2LCBL11439

24 Mos.

*Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $595 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 2/29/12.

NEW 2012 LINCOLN MKS AWD NEW 2012 LINCOLN MKT AWD

3.7L V6, Remote Keyless Entry, HID Headlamps, Reverse Sensing Sys., THX Sound Sys. with CD, Dual Zone Electronic Auto. Temp. Control,Pwr. Heat/Cool Leather Seats, SYNC, Personal Safety Sys., Safety Canopy Sys., Anti-Theft Sys.,

All Wheel Drive, 3.5L V6, , SYNC, Heat/Cool Leather Seats, Trailer Tow Pkg., Keyless Entry w/Keypad, Push Button Start, THX Audio Sys., Blind Spot Monitoring Sys., Reverse Camera Sys.,

VIN #2LCBL53605

VIN #1LCG805557

24 Mos.

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FINANCING AVAILABLE FOR UP TO M O S.

TO CHOOSE FROM

STARTING AT

2009-2010 LINCOLN MKX AWD

Most with All Wheel Drive, CD, Pwr. Leather Heated Seats, Moonroof, Memory Seats, Keyless Entry, SYNC

TO CHOOSE FROM

STARTING AT

FREE STATE INSPECTION AS LONG AS YOU OWN THE CAR! CALL NOW 823-8888 or 1-800-817-FORD Overlooking Mohegan Sun 577 East Main St., Just Minutes from Scranton or W-B

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L OW

A S

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08 CHRYS L E R 300L X

6 Cyl, On ly 33,570 M iles , Ben tly S tyle Grill, L o ca l T ra d e.....................................

06 DODGE CHA RGE R S XT

S tk #11230A

Ca rfa x Certified On e Ow n er, L o ca l T ra d e, On ly 7,529 M iles ....................................

S tk #12011D

N OW

14,9 00

L OW

271

211

L OW

10 N IS S A N CUBE 1.8s

2010 DODGE CA L IBE R HE A T

A S

245

Ca rfa x Certified On e Ow n er, L o ca l T ra d e, On ly 5,922 M iles ....................................

18,400

2008 CHE V ROL E T 1500 4X4 A S

11 K IA S OUL

N OW

Au to m a tic, 27,799 M iles , S ilver......................................................................

A S L OW

06 DODGE CA RA V A N S E

A S

219

C ars • Trucks • R V’s • M otorcycles • A TV’s • C om m ercial

$$14,900 14,900 $$14,900 14,900

N OW

2011 N IS S A N M URA N O S V A W D ON L Y

2010 N IS S A N CUBE 1.8S A S L OW A S

06 JE E P GRA N D CHE ROK E E 4X4

N OW

On e Ow n er, 3rd Ro w S ea tin g, Rea rAir, Rea rPa rk As s is t..........................................

A S L OW A S

29 9

10 CHE V ROL E T M A L IBU L S

On ly 15,923 M iles , 4 Cyl.......................................................................

08 A UDI A 4 2.0T

N OW

28,800

13,600

All W heel Drive, Au to m a tic, W ell M a in ta in ed , On ly 40,000 M iles ....................................................

S tk #120209C

S tk #111208A

S tk #111201D

11 DODGE CHA RGE R

N OW

BilletM eta llic E xterio r, 14,825 M iles , 3.6L 6 Cyl, T ra ctio n Co n tro l, Po w erS ea ts ....................................

20,200

V6, 6 S p eed Au to m a tic, L ea therS ea tin g,

ON L Y 13,400 M IL ES

A S L OW A S

29 4

REA R DV D

N OW

19 ,800

N OW

26,9 00

2011 CHRYS L E R 300C A W D

NeverT itled , On ly 63 M iles ..........................................................

A S L OW

10 DODGE GRA N D CA RA V A N S XT

CRE W A W D

10 DODGE GRA N D CA RA V A N S XT

N OW

A S

39 8

N OW

26,9 00

2011 JE E P W RA N GL E R 2011 JE E P GRA N D UN L IM ITE D RUBICON 4X4 CHE ROK E E 4X4

ON L Y 11,000 M IL ES

CA L L OF DUTY EDITION

10 DODGE GRA N D CA RA V A N S E

On ly 21,792, F o rm erChrys lerE xecu tive Vehicle, Da rk Co rd o va n E xterio r, Allo yW heels ..........................

2010 DODGE N ITRO 4X4 A S L OW

A S

262

34,400

N OW

28,300

2011 JE E P W RA N GL E R S P ORT 4X4 A S L OW

A S

313

15,030 M iles , Rea rDVD, Rea rBa cku p Ca m era , Po w erL iftga te, Po w erS lid in g Do o rs ...........................

On ly 13,420 M iles , Rea rDVD, Blin d S p o t & Cro s s Pa th Detectio n , Rea rPa rk As s is t....................

N OW

17,9 00

A S

332

S tk #111129I

N OW

2010 CHE V Y M A L IBU L S

2011 DODGE RA M 1500 S L T 4X4

A S L OW A S

On ly 10,734 M iles , Rea rDVD, Allo yW heels , S m a rtb ea m Hea d L a m p s , Rea rPa rk As s is t..................

On ly 13,727 M iles , Po p la rDeep Cherry E xterio r, Rea rDVD, Blin d S p o tDetectio n .................................

212

N OW

09 S A TURN V UE V 6 XR A W D

All W heel Drive, L ea therS ea tin g, 6 Cyl, Au to m a tic.......................................................

06 HUM M E R H3 4X4

2007 CHRYS L E R A S P E N L IM ITE D 4X4 A S L OW A S

242

388

Birch W hite, On ly 47,478 M iles , Au to m a tic, L ea therHea ted S ea ts ...............................

10 FORD F150 S UP E RCA B 4X4

On ly 19,000 M iles , L o ca l T ra d e w / L ightDu ty S n o w Plo w ..........................................

S tk #120124I

N OW

25,300

14,9 00

N OW

2011 JE E P W RA N GL E R 4X4 A S

A S L OW

347

6 Cyl, Au to m a tic, 22,388 M iles ...........................................................

16,700

2010 JE E P W RA N GL E R 4X4 A S L OW

10 DODGE N ITRO S E

S tk #111231E

N OW

A S

381

$$22,900 22,900

4.7L V8, Au to m a tic, 16,725 M iles , BrightW hite.............................................................

11 CHRYS L E R 200 L X S E DA N

4 Cyl, Au to m a tic, 16,306 M iles , F lo rid a Ca r..............................................................

11 CHRYS L E R 200 TOURIN G S E DA N

V8, Au to m a tic, 16,341 M iles ......................................................... F o rm erChrys lerAu to S ho w Dis p la yVehicle, On ly 764 M iles , L ea ther............................................

S tk #120209F

N OW

22,9 00

24,9 00

O N LY 23K M ILES

#11934A , 3.5LV6, A uto., A ir, Tilt, PW , PD L, FullFloor C onsole

13 499* ,

2011 CHEVY H H R LT

O N LY O N 46K E OW N MER ILES

ONE O W N ER

$$23,600 23,600

#12266A , 1.8L D O H C A uto., A ir, PW , PD L, Rem ote Keyless Entry, 45K M iles

13 995

Sedan O N LY 24K M ILES

$$19,900 19,900

14 999* ,

2006 G M C CANYO N SL R EG CAB 4x4

11 DODGE CHA RGE R R/T A W D

All W heel Drive, On ly 10,000 M iles , 5.7L V8, F o rm erChrys lerE xecu tive Vehicle...............

11 DODGE DURA N GO CRE W A W D

Na viga tio n , S u n ro o f, Rea rS ea tDVD, All W heel Drive........................................................

ufacturing company is seeking experienced line operators. Starting rate depends on experience. Attendance and Productivity Bonus are potential. Health, Dental, Vision & 401K Plan available upon full time status. Don’t miss out on an opportunity to join a great team! Apply in person to: INTERSTATE BUILDING MATERIALS, INC. Attn: Director of HR 322 Laurel St. Pittston 18640

566

$$21,900 21,900

14 999* ,

XLT AW D

WNEP-TV has a rare opportunity for an experienced Account Executive. Candidate must have excellent organization, presentation, and negotiation skills. New business is a must. Minimum 3 yrs. media sales required. See details on our website: www.wnep.com/ business Garden Center Work with plants & garden supplies. Must have knowledge of Annuals, Perennials and Fertilizers. Hours will vary seasonally. Retail Must have cash, register and sales experience. Excellent communication skills needed. Apply in person, no phone calls please. Dundee Gardens 2407 San Souci Pkwy Hanover Twp, PA. Hours: 9:30am-5pm HARROLD’S PHARMACY, A GREAT PLACE TO WORK! Part time (22 hours/ week), front end customer service, experience required. Send resume to: Harrold’s Pharmacy 179 Old River Road Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702 Or Fax: 570-824-8730

600 FINANCIAL 610

#12195A , V6, Suroof, A utom atic, A ir, A lloy W heels, PW , PD L

#12305A , V6 A uto., A ir, PW , PD L, Traction C ontrol, A lloy W heels, Luggage Rack, 45K M iles

$$16,900 16,900

15 695 ,

15 888* ,

2009 N ISSAN ALTIM A 2006 G M C ENVO Y EXTENDED XL 4x4

$$20,800 20,800

O N LY 36K M ILES

$$22,500 2,L50D0 S 2OOL

ONE O W N ER 3RD RO W

SU N RO O F

#12169A , V6 3.5LA utom atic, A /C , Traction C ontrol, A lloy W heels, PW , PD L, C ruise, Spoiler, 1 O w ner

$$23,300 23,300

16 999* ,

2007 CHEVRO LET CO LO RADO EXTENDED CAB 4W D Z71

SUPERCAB 4W D

$$28,800 28, 800

#Z2515, 6 C yl., A uto., Stabilitrak, A /C , PW , PD L, C D , Fog Lam ps, C ruise, A lum .W heels, Low M iles

16 990*

2007 FO RD RANG ER

ONE O W N ER

#12069A , 6 C yl., A uto, A ir, Fog Lam ps, Rear Jum p Seats, C D /M P3, PW , PD L, 47K M iles

$$18,600 18, 600

16 999 ,

2008 CHEVRO LET CO LO RADO Crew Cab 4x4

$$23,900 23, 900 $$37,800 37, 800

$$25,300 25, 300

17 999* ,

2007 FO RD F-150 SUPERCAB

18 999*

ONE O W N ER

19 999* ,

2008 CH EV RO LET SI LV ERAD O 1500

2009 N ISSAN RO G UE SL

EXTEND ED CAB Z71 4W D ONE O W N ER

O N LY 33K M ILES

ONE O W N ER

$$17,300 17, 300

#12287A ,A utom atic,A /C ,Sunroof,Leather,PW ,PD L, C ruise,A lum inum W heels

$$21,500 21, 500

19 999* ,

AW D

#12356A , 5.3LV8, A utom atic, A ir, PW , PD L, H eated M irrors, EZ Tailgate Pkg., H D Trailering Pkg.

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22 900* ,

K E N W A L L A CE ’S

Antiques & Collectibles

#12205A , 2.7L 4 C yl., A utom atic, A ir, Fog Lam ps, PW , PD L, Tinted W indow s, A lloy W heels, Pow er Seat, 30K M iles

23 900* ,

*Prices plus tax & tags. Prior use daily rental on select vehicles. Select pictures for illustration purposes only. XM and OnStar fees applicable. Low APR to well qualified buyers.Not responsible for typographical errors.

741292

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

708

#11735A , V6, A utom atic, A ir, Leather, A M /FM /C D , C hrom e W heels

LIQUOR LICENSE

and equipment for sale. Luzerne Co. By appointment only 570-824-3223

ONE O W N ER

DON T DON ’ ’ T RIS RIS KK PA PA YIN YIN G G TOO TOO MM UCH UCH SS OM OM EW EW HERE HERE EL EL SS E! E!

570-824-5774

20 999*

W AG O N AW D

O N LY 26K M ILES

$$28,900 28, 900

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2009 TO YO TA V ENZA

2009 FO RD EDG E SEL

$$31,700 31, 700

TAX REFUND COMING?

630 Money To Loan

#12026B, V8 A utom atic, A ir C onditioning, Pow er W indow s, Pow er D oor Locks, C ruise, Tilt

AW D

$$16,300 16, 300

O N LY 33K M ILES

#Z2619, 5 C yl, A uto, PS, PB, A /C , PW , PL, Tilt, C ruise, 43K

#Z 2505A , 3.7L I5, A utom atic, D eep Tinted G l ass, O ffRoad Pkg ., Insta-Trac 4x4, PW , PD L, A ir, C astA l um inum W heel s, 46K M il es

4x4

ONE O W N ER

$$17,900 17, 900

Business Opportunities

Jan-Pro.com

ONE O W N ER

$$14,800 14, 800

Sales/Retail/ Business Development

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE:

$$16,900 6,L90D0 S 1OOL

Prices a re Plu s T a x, Regis tra tio n F ees a n d Do cu m en ta tio n F ees . All p a ym en ts a re fo r72 m o n ths to q u a lified b u yers w ith excellen tcred it@ 6.99 APR. Y o u rra te m a y va ry d ep en d in g o n cred itra tin g s ta tu s . $2499 d o w n p a ym en to rtra d e eq u ity. In a d d itio n to ta x a n d regis tra tio n , d o c fees . M u s tta ke d elivery b y 3/2/12.

888-371-7769

PRODUCTION WORKERS Local window man-

#Z2582,3.5LA utom atic,A ir,PW ,PD L,A lum inum W heels, C D ,Bedliner,Fog Lam ps,O nly 42K M iles

2008 FO RD ESCAPE

2005 JEEP G RAND CHERO KEE 4X4

$$20,400 20,400

14 999*

ONE O W N ER SU N RO O F

#12172A A , A uto, A ir, PW , PD L, Keyless Entry, A M /FM /C D , 1 O w ner

Production/ Operations

RETAIL CLERK

#Z2561, 22.LA uto., A /C , PW , PD L, Traction C ontrol, C D , Luggage RoofRails

2010 H O NDA CIVIC LX

11 RA M 1500 QUA D CA B S L T 4X4

11 CHRYS L E R 200 L IM ITE D

S tk #111231F

12 999*

10 TOYOTA TUN DRA CRE W CA B L IM ITE D 4X4 5.7L V8, Ca rfa x On e Ow n er, L o ca l T ra d e, 36,984 M iles ............................................................

S tk #11120C

ONE O W N ER

2009 PO NTIAC V IBE

$$18,600 18,600

M ore V a lue s ... Ha n d Pic ke d Jus tforYou! On ly 11,137 M iles , All W heel Drive, On e L o ca l Ow n er, Nicely E q u ip p ed ...................................

A S L OW A S

2007 CHEVY IM PALA LS

11 CHRYS L E R TOW N & COUN TRY TOURIN G

S tk #111215C

22,000

20,9 00

$$19,800 19,800

11 CHRYS L E R TOW N & COUN TRY TOURIN G

2010 JE E P L IBE RTY L IM ITE D 4X4 A S L OW

12 499

#Z2596A , 3.7L V6 A utom atic, A ir C onditioning, PW , PD L, A M /FM /C D , A lloy W heels, O N LY 42K M ILES

09 CHRYS L E R TOW N & COUN TRY L X

11 N IS S A N M URA N O S V A W D

$$20,500 20,500

11 CHRYS L E R TOW N & COUN TRY TOURIN G

S tk #120124B

N OW

11 DODGE GRA N D CA RA V A N CRE W

On ly 35,539 M iles , On e Ow n er, S to w -N-Go S ea tin g.................................................. S tk #120220B

10 999*

#11728A ,A T,A /C ,7 Passenger,PW ,PD L, C aptains C hairs,RoofRack,Low M iles,1 O w ner $ *

ONE O W N ER

10 DODGE GRA N D CA RA V A N S XT

F o rm erChrys lerE xecu tive Vehicle, Da rk Cha rco a l, On ly 12,848 M iles ..............................

N OW

SXT

2006 JEEP LIBERTY 4X4

11 DODGE GRA N D CA RA V A N M A IN S TRE E T

S tk #120207E

21,9 00

34,700

$$14,900 14,900

$$17,900 17,900

A S L OW

2005 D O D G E CARAVAN

#12136A ,2.2LA uto.,A /C ,PW ,PD L,Spoiler, C D ,Traction C ontrol

$$16,700 16,700

Deep W a terBlu e, S to w N Go S ea tin g, S iriu s S a tellite Ra d io , 28,787 M iles ............................

A S

S tk #111214C

$$12,900 12,900

$$17,700 17,700

F o rm erChrys lerE xecu tive Vehicle, 20,536 M iles , Rea rDVD, 3.8L V6, Hea ted S ea t, Po w erL iftga te..........

$$18,400 18,400

S ilver, S to w N Go S ea tin g, S iriu s S a tellite Ra d io , 2011 DODGE JOURN E Y 28,298 M iles ...........................................................

300

O N LY 46K M ILES

Cle a ra n c e Pric e d L ow M ile a ge V a n s

28,9 00

2011 DODGE CHA RGE R

A LL W HEEL DRIV E

N OW

10 999*

11 RA M DA K OTA BIG HORN CRE W CA B 4X4

S p ecia l E d itio n W a go n , All Nicely E q u ip p ed , 12,740 M les ............................... S tk #111101E

LT Sedan

09 S UBA RU FORRE S TE R L L BE A N A W D

S tk #111213G

7 995*

2007 CHEVY CO BALT

$$7,900 7,900

11 DODGE A V E N GE R L UXURY S E DA N

2011 DODGE DURA N GO 2011 DODGE Rem o te S ta rt, Blu eto o th S trea m in g Au d io ................... E XP RE S S A W D DURA N GO CRE W A W D

2011 DODGE CHA RGE R

#Z2464,4 C yl.,A uto.,A ir C onditioning, Traction C ontrol,A M /FM C D ,O nly 49K M iles

07 CHRYS L E R A S P E N L IM ITE D 4X4

2011 JE E P L IBE RTY 4X4

11,000 M IL ES

189

6 Cyl, L o ca l T ra d e, Ju s tS erviced ...........................................................

15,400

16,9 00

V6, L ea therS ea tin g, Hea ted F ro n tS ea ts , On ly 23,053............................................................

#12164A , V6, A T, A /C , C ruise, C D , Pow er M irrors, O nly 59K M iles

$$13,600 13,600

L o ca l T ra d e, 6 Cyl, On ly 58,900 M iles .........................................................

S tk #120124E

2007 CHEVRO LET M ALIBU

$$15,900 15,900

10 CHRYS L E R 300 TOURIN G S E DA N S tk #120200C

2003 BUICK CENTURY

Custom Sedan

554

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

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Antiques & Collectibles

RETIRED DEPARTMENT 56 Season’s Bay Village 9 buildings, 28 accessories. Purchased price $1261. 70% sale price $890. 570-868-5886

710

Appliances

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

APPLIANCE PA RT S E T C .

Used appliances. Parts for all brands. 223 George Ave. Wilkes-Barre 570-820-8162 FREEZER upright by Frigidaire. Asking $50. 696-4978

744

Furniture & Accessories

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 DINING TABLE oak laminate and chrome with 6 chrome & wicker chairs and leaf. $150. 457-3486 LOVESEAT blue, clean, like new $25. 570-574-5690

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 MICROWAVE stand/ kitchen cart. White with wood top, cabinet & shelf. Like new. $40. 570-696-4494 ROCKER RECLINER Lazyboy, gray, perfect condition $150. 570-675-3328

GENE’S RECONDITIONED APPLIANCES 60 Day Warranty Monday-Friday 8:00PM-5:00PM Saturday 8:00AM-11:00AM Gateway Shopping Center Kingston, PA

(570) 819-1966 MICROWAVE GE Profile over the range $70. Kenmore Elite dishwasher $60. Brass Tiffany Chandelier $50. Hunter Ceiling Fan $20. All very good condition. Manuals included. 570-814-5300 RANGE: Kenmore electric 30”36”x26”-black, 10 months old. $270. STOVE, gas Magic Chef $65. 570-824-2695 WASHER Kenmore, white, $50. Side by side refrigerator with water ice dispenser, 28 cu ft. Beige color $100. Both very good condition. 262-6283

712

Baby Items

GLIDER ROCKING CHAIR, honey colored wood with tan cushions, $100. Graco highchair, Windsor pattern. $45. Graco Car Seat $45. Infant 5 piece bedding, light green, yellow,& ivor, comforter never used $50.654-8042

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Building Materials

BATHROOM BASE oak with sink $25. Bathroom light $10. Kitchen light, stainless steel $25. Dining room chandelier $60. Counter height kitchen table & 4 chairs, off white /light cherry $115. 2 children’s bikes $10 each. 570-693-0141 SINK, single bowl, great condition, 1 white, 1 tan. $10. 570-262-7923

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Clothing

COAT

KENNETH COLE Beige, size 6, hardly worn. $75. 570-855-5385 HANDBAG authentic top designer, soft glove leather with cloth dust bag, new with retail tag of $295. sell $130. OBO. 288-2949.

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746 Garage Sales/ Estate Sales/ Flea Markets DUPONT 220 CENTER ST Sat. & Sun. 2/25 & 26 Starting at 8am

Retro Mid-Century Modern Furniture, housewares, collectibles, women’s clothing/vintage jewelry, glass ware & Christmas items

EDWARDSVILLE Vendor & Craft Market 681 Main Street space available . Open every day but Monday. DESIGNER CLOTHING, CARS, TOYS, SOFT AIR GUNS, AVON, ELECTRONICS ANTIQUE FURNITURE. MANY COLLECTIBLES & MORE CALL TO RESERVE SPRING AND SUMMER OUTDOOR SPOTS.

570-417-1269 570-855-2703

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Collector’s Market Now Open! 378 Main St

FLEAMARKET & BID BOARD

Open Saturday & Sunday 9am-5pm 570-718-1123 Minutes from Wilkes-Barre. Antiques, Collectibles, toys & MUCH MORE! Bid Board, Sunday, February 26, 12 noon

KINGSTON

90 First Ave Saturday, Feb 25 Starting at 10am 1 Day Sale! Dining room set with 6 chairs & breakfront. Sleeper sofa. recliner, bedroom suite & much more!

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Exercise Equipment

EXERCISE BIKE 2 years old $100. firm 570-824-6887

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ROCKER, wood/tapestry, $75. RECLINER, Burgundy velour cloth, $125. SOFA, chair, ottoman, 3 tables, great for den. Wood and cloth, all in excellent condition. $450. Call after 6 PM 570-675-5046

Furniture & Accessories

BED - NEW PLUSH set, still in original plastic Must sell. $150. Can Deliver. 280-9628 BED, twin complete, solid wood mission style bed with . All in excellent condition. $200. 299-9628. COUCH 2 loveseats, 1 reclining chair, 1 chair with ottoman. All for $199. Very good condition. 570-824-7314 DESK & STORAGE CABINET $50. 570-824-2695

10 2nd Street Saturday 2/25 8 am to 4 pm DIRECTIONS: Rte 11 to Main Street, to Nesbitt to 2nd St. Entire Contents Of House, Apartment & Garage. Furniture including, kitchen, living room & bedroom, kitchenware, glassware, lamps, holiday, Chenille spreads, toys, sports memorbilia, decorator items, tools & primitive benches, Lots of garage items & much much more. CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED SALE BY COOK & COOK ESTATE LIQUIDATORS www.cookandcookestateliquidators.com

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Dogs 746 Garage Sales/ 758 Miscellaneous 796 Wanted to Buy 815 Merchandise Estate Sales/ IPOD Touch 16 G Poms, Yorkies, Maltese, Husky, RotFlea Markets Generation 1 or 2. MOUNTAIN TOP 400 Alberdeen Rd Sunday February 26 9:00 till 1:00

Small pieces of country furniture, sofa & loveseat, kid formica cabinets, bedroom dresser & headboard, media cabinet, Christmas outside/inside decorations & other items.

WEST WYOMING FLEA MARKET 6th Street

OPEN SPACE YEAR ROUND AVAILABLE INSIDE & OUT ACRES OF PARKING

OUTSIDE SPACES - $10 Saturday 10am-2pm Sunday 8am-4pm

BUYING/SELLING ALL US & FOREIGN COINS

CURRENCY POSTCARDS STAMPS GOLD & SILVER We Give FREE Appraisals

(No obligations, no pressure) Over 35 years as a respected local coin dealer.

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Medical Equipment

WALKERS (2) 1 black & 1 green. Go Anywhere Walkers push down brakes, handy seat, folds easily, basket holds up to 300 lbs. new $139 asking #$50 each. 654-6329

758 Miscellaneous WANTED ALL JUNK CARS & TRUCKS

HEAVY EQUIPMENT DUMPTRUCKS BULLDOZERS BACKHOES

Highest Prices Paid!!! FREE REMOVAL Call Vito & Ginos Anytime 288-8995

DISHES: Phaltzcraft Yorktown Pattern, service for 16 + creamer & sugar, butter dish & salt and pepper. May be split. $75.00 for all. 570-868-3866

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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. GENERATOR. Husky portable, 5,000 watt. Like new, used once. $450. Harveys Lake 570-639-3178

Screen is in excellent condition, $100. Jagermeister basecall cap, never worn, $10. Motorcycle helmet, black with sharp royal blue design on it, Size XL, $30. 484-239-8507 MAGS & TIRES, 4 alloys 17”, taken from ‘12 Hyundai Veloster, chose to upgrade, size 245/ 17, worth $1250. Tires stored at dealership & certified new, sell $500. 570- 766-0370 Pizza stone bakeware, 14 1/2”, from Home & Garden Party, never used $20. Lasagna stoneware, 8” x 12”, from House of Lloyd, excellent condition $10. 570-333-4325

POLAR-CARE 300cold-therapy-unit, new, (breg) $60. PREMIUM knife collection 10 boxed knives including clever, new $30. 570-489-2675

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WANTED JEWELRY

SEWING machine 1949, Kenmore in original desk type cabinet comes with original manual, has not been run for decades; needs check-up. Pics available via e-mail $49. 570-696-1410

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Musical Instruments

AMP Crate 25 watt bass amp, excellent condition $80. Washburn guitar, needs work $30. or buy both for $100. 570-477-3692 ORGAN Conn Prelude found at estate. Nice condition. Model 312 Type 022 Style 003. Serial # 3228.91. Sell for $150. 693-3932

776 Sporting Goods BOW: Hoyt ultra sport bow. New strings & cables lighted sights drop away rest. excellent shape. $200. 570-336-2944 COBRA S-9 irons, steel, reg 6-7-8-9W $100. firm. Vintage Yonex woods graphite head shafts 1-3-5 $60. Slazenger cart/bag slotted $25. 570-829-4016

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Birds

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Televisions/ Accessories

Cats

786 Toys & Games BIKE boy’s 20”, needs part. Was $80. Asking $25. 570-574-5690 CHRISTMAS DOLL on 3 wheel bicycle, blonde hair, blue eyes, 18” H $25. DISNEY HIGH SCHOOL musical items, lunch box, lunch tote bag all $10. 570-696-1927

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ICE SKATES ladie’s ice skates size 6 $5 TV Teddy with 6 interactive videos $20. 570-696-3368

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Video Game Systems/Games

SONY PLAYSTATION 2 console. Everything included. Works 100%. Includes 4 games, all cables, & carrying case. Best offers accepted. $60. 570-905-2985.

796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise

ANTIQUES

1 item or entire contents of homes. 814-3371/328-4420

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SMITH HOURIGAN GROUP ASHLEYREDUCED

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

CATS & KITTENS 12 weeks & up.

All shots, neutered, tested,microchipped

VALLEY CAT RESCUE

824-4172, 9-9 only

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Dogs

TV from 1950; beautiful pecan all wood cabinet with doors. $49. 570-696-1410 TV R.C.A. 14” color with remote $25. 570-696-1661

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

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PULL-CART for golf bag, good condition $15. 570-788-2388 after 5 pm.

SUB WOOFER Powered car subwoofer. Very powerful, 2 power acoustic subwoofers, 2 Pyle 1800 watt amps. Custom cabinet with see through acrylic front. $250. or best offer. 328-6059.

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One year old, very large cage included. Third shift owner doesn’t have enough time for him. $375. 570-854-9739

Stereos/ Accessories

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GOLF CLUB NEW MUST SEE! $30. 570-574-5690 POOL TABLE 4X6 in excellent condition. Includes Sticks, balls & all accessories. Will deliver locally. $250. Foozball table, like new. Will deliver locally & works great. $100.. 570-693-3932

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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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ties, Golden, Dachshund, Poodle, Chihuahua, Labs & Shitzus. 570-453-6900 570-389-7877

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REDUCED 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 $94,900 Call Tom 570-262-7716

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OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY FEB. 26 1PM-3PM 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

BACK MOUNTAIN Centermorland

POMERANIAN PUPPIES

8 week Male. $500. Shi-tzu Mix - $375 570-250-9690

POMERANIANS

AKC, 9 weeks, 2 females. Shots & wormed. Vet checked. Home Raised. $400. 570-864-2643

Beautiful 5 bedroom, 2.2 baths & FANTASTIC “Great Room” with built in bar, private brick patio, hot tub & grills! 4 car garage with loft + attached 2 car garage. Situated on over 6 acres of privacy overlooking Francis Slocum with a great view of the lake! Lots of extras & the kitchen is out of this world! MLS#12-475 $599,000 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

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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 homes in Tunkhannock. $275,000. For appointment, call: 570-310-1552

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BEAR CREEK 10+2ACRES with homes.

Good for primary home, vacation or investment. Property includes: 10.2 acres (3 separate parcels) bordering state game lands House with master bedroom suite, large kitchen, oversized living room, family room, guest bathroom, oversized deck (24 x 32). Private Guest House with living room/kitchen combo, large bedroom, bathroom. Outbuilding for storage & covered pavilion. email: csmith7433@ aol.com 570-472-3152 BEAR CREEK

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

BEAR CREEK

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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51 LACKAWANNA AVE. Well maintained 3 bedroom home located on quiet street. Fenced yard with above ground pool, carport, hardwood floors & partially finished basement. See Zillow.com for photos. Asking $96,000 Call 570-239-3099

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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 Price Reduced $139,000 Call Geri 570-696-0888

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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

Coldwell Banker Gerald L. Busch Real Estate 570-288-2514

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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 DALLAS

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

DALLAS OAK HILL

3 bedroom ranch. Remodeled kitchen. Added family room. Master bedroom with 1/2 bath. Beautiful oak floor. 3 season room. Deck & shed. Garage. 114476. 100x150 lot. $154,900. Call Besecker Realty 570-675-3611

100% Financing Wooded and private Bi-Level. This home features 1 car garage, 3 bedrooms, 1 3/4 bath & nice updates. plenty of room on your private 2 acre lot. 100% USDA financing eligible. call for details. REDUCED PRICE $166,000 Call Cindy King 570-690-2689 www.cindykingre.com

570-675-4400 DALLAS Newberry Estates “Fantastic” country home on 2.5 acres on a very private road with a 32’ x 48’ barn and 2 car & 1 car detached garages. Very charming home with a family room & fireplace, and a library or office. The barn was used for horses a few years ago and, with proper zoning, may be used as such again. MLS# 12-468 $289,000 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950 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

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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

SMITH HOURIGAN 570-696-1195

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

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REDUCED 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 $154,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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CENTERMORELAND Wyoming County Home with 30 Acres

This country estate features 30 acres of prime land with a pretty home, ultra modern kitchen, 2 full modern baths, bright family room, den, living room & 3 good sized bedrooms. Property has open fields & wooded land, stream, several fieldstone walls & lots of road frontage. Equipment and rights included. $489,000.

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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

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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

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

EDWARDSVILLE

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 EXETER

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

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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

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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

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

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19 Lee Park Ave. Nice 3 bedroom single with 1.5 baths. Home site on large lot, with private drive and 2 car detached garage. Home features large eat in kitchen, 1/2 bath on 1st floor, living room and family room with w/w. Bedroom closets, attic for storage, replacement windows, full concrete basement and gas heat. MLS 12-541 $79,900 ANTONIK & ASSOCIATES, INC. 570-735-7494 Ext. 304 Patricia Lunski 570-814-6671

1 GRANDVIEW AVE Hanover Twp. Discover the values in this welcoming 3 bedroom home. Some of the delights of this very special home are hardwood floors, deck, fully fenced yard & screened porch. A captivating charmer that handles all your needs! $97,500 MLS 11-3625 Michael Slacktish 570-760-4961

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

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167 Slocum St Completely renovated 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath. New high efficiency gas warm air furnace with central a/c. All new plumbing & wiring. New siding, windows, doors, roof, insulation, carpeting, drywall & tile. New kitchen with stainless stove, fridge & dishwasher. New baths. 1st floor washer/dryer hookup. 50’x150’ lot. $139,900. Call 570-954-8825 gckar1@yahoo.com HANOVER

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

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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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charming 2 bedroom, 1 bath raised ranch home in quiet setting on Pine Run Road, Laurel Run. Close to everything. Single car attached garage, 3 season sunroom, economical propane heat, central air, basement with fireplace. New carpeting and flooring, freshly painted, Hanover Area School District. Ready to move in! $125,000. Call 570-474-5540

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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

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

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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

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

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2008 HYUNDAI SANTA FE 4WD Alloy Wheels, Auto, Power Windows & Locks, CD

11,629

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14,848

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21,550*

31,930*

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2007 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA LUXURY 4X4

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2011 SUZUKI KIZASHI GTS AWD

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................................................................ 4WD 5dr EX............................................ 4WD 4dr Sport ....................................... 4WD 4dr 4-cyl 4-Spd AT Sport............... 4WD 4dr 4-cyl 4-Spd AT......................... 4dr H4 Auto Special Edition PZEV.......... 4WD Access I4 MT ................................ 4WD 5dr EX............................................ 4WD 5dr EX............................................ 4dr I4 Auto EX-L ..................................... 3dr CVT................................................... 4WD 5dr LX ............................................ 4WD 5dr LX ............................................ 4WD 5dr EX-L......................................... 4WD 5dr EX............................................ 4WD 4dr Sport ....................................... 3dr CVT................................................... 4dr Auto EX-L ......................................... 5dr LX ..................................................... FWD 4dr Auto SE ................................... 4WD 5dr EX............................................ 4WD 4dr 4-cyl 4-Spd AT Ltd................... 4WD 5dr EX............................................ 4dr V6 Auto EX-L .................................... 4WD 4dr VP............................................ 2dr Man Si.............................................. 4WD 5dr EX............................................ 2dr V6 Auto EX-L .................................... 4WD 4dr Sport ....................................... 4WD 2dr X.............................................. 4dr V6 Auto EX-L .................................... 4WD 5dr EX............................................ 4WD 4dr XLT .......................................... 4WD 4dr V6 SR5 .................................... 4WD 4dr Laredo ..................................... 4WD 5dr EX............................................ 4WD Quad Cab 140.5â&#x20AC;? SLT .................... 4dr Sdn I4 Auto ...................................... 5dr HB II.................................................. 4WD Access I4 MT ................................ 4WD 4dr R/T .......................................... 4dr Sdn 2.4L Auto SE ............................. AWD 4dr V6 ........................................... 4WD 4dr SE............................................ 4WD 5dr EX-L......................................... 4WD 4dr 4-cyl 4-Spd AT Sport............... 4dr Sdn I4 Auto ...................................... 4dr Sdn FWD .......................................... 4dr Wgn I4 AWD.................................... 5dr 7-Pass Van XLE FWD ....................... 4WD 5dr SE............................................ 4WD 5dr EX-L......................................... 4dr H4 Auto GT Ltd................................. 4WD 4dr Auto ........................................ 4WD 5dr EX............................................ FWD 4dr .................................................

19,314 MILES 39,997 MILES 35,537 MILES 42,483 MILES 36,002 MILES 12,671 MILES 39,770 MILES 37,125 MILES 31,245 MILES 23,334 MILES 14,270 MILES 38,887 MILES 21,739 MILES 49,098 MILES 32,500 MILES 13,662 MILES 7,888 MILES 16,762 MILES 33,459 MILES 29,541 MILES 40,510 MILES 40,627 MILES 33,710 MILES 37,374 MILES 53,286 MILES 24,681 MILES 30,178 MILES 29,267 MILES 13,493 MILES 4,507 MILES 25,045 MILES 33,986 MILES 15,574 MILES 54,599 MILES 22,304 MILES 24,792 MILES 52,784 MILES 14,947 MILES 10,379 MILES 28,002 MILES 11,103 MILES 20,266 MILES 45,674 MILES 12,108 MILES 19,095 MILES 20,716 MILES 8,265 MILES 20,351 MILES 35,914 MILES 43,951 MILES 11,636 MILES 36,832 MILES 30,789 MILES 38,308 MILES 7,564 MILES 19,041 MILES

*ALL PRICES PLUS TAX, TAG, & TITLE. FINANCING AVAILABLE WITH APPROVED CREDIT. PRIOR SALES EXCLUDED. DEALER NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS. WARRANTY ON SELECT MAKES AND MODELS. SEE DEALER FOR DETAILS. UNITS MAY BE SOLD PRIOR TO PRINTING. EXPIRES ON 2/29/12.

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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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906 Homes for Sale JENKINS TWP

1252 Main St.

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

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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

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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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

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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

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 LAKE NUANGOLA Lance Street

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

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SETTLEMENT AGENT United One Resources is seeking candidates for a full-time Title Insurance Settlement Agent. The successful candidate must be able to work in a fast paced environment, work independently, have excellent organizational and communication skills and an eagerness to excel. Prior settlement experience is required. We offer a competitive salary, mileage reimbursement, and a comprehensive benefit package. Please forward your resume to: iwanttowork@unitedoneresources.com

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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.cdstransportation.com or email to: jmantik@cdstransportation.com or you can apply in person at CDS Transportation Jerilyn Mantik One Passan Drive Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702 570-654-6738

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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

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

Nestled on just under an acre just minutes from 81S this colonial offers 2194 sq. ft. of living area plus a finished basement. Enjoy summer your evenings on the wrap around porch or take a quick dip in the above ground pool with tier deck. The covered pavilion is ideal for picnics or gatherings And when the winter winds blow cuddle in front of the gas fireplace and enjoy a quiet night. MLS 11-2260 Priced to Sell, $185,900 Ann Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

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Industry-leading manufacturer is accepting resumes for a Jr. Industrial Engineer Trainee. This position is responsible for the collecting of incentive (piece rate) data for production employees. Data collected includes, units produced, downtime, etc. Correct data is entered into a computer system and calculated for submission to payroll. The successful candidate is mathematically inclined; has the ability to multitask; work in a team environment; is highly organized; has excellent communication skills, data entry skills and is proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. We offer competitive wages and benefits. Send resume or apply in person between 9am-4:30pm Monday-Friday to: jobs@goldentech.com

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548 Medical/Health 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 MESHOPPEN Novak Road

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President/CEO, the Greater Wilkes-Barre Growth Partnership & Greater Wilkes-Barre Chamber of Commerce, (Wilkes-Barre, PA) The Greater Wilkes-Barre Growth Partnership (GWBGP) and Greater Wilkes-Barre Chamber of Commerce (GWBCOC) is seeking a President/CEO who will serve as the Chief Executive overseeing economic development and member services for a service territory of 280,000 and a membership base of 1,000. Applicants are encouraged to find out more about our dynamic organization at www.wilkes-barre.org. The future President/CEO, who will report to the Board of Directors, will bring with him/her a strong record of execution and exceeding goals. He/she must possess strong finance and analytical skills and the ability to self-educate, evaluate and assess new opportunities that will drive the mission of the organization. This CEO will have outstanding leadership skills, which will allow him/her to build a culture that rewards performance and motivates a team of professionals to become a national role model in community service and development. The candidate will have a proven track record of building partnerships with key community members and demonstrate they have a 24/7 entrepreneurial mindset. The new CEO will focus on three key goals for the next five years: 1. Job creation through company recruitment, retention, expansion and entre preneurial development activities; 2. Provide Compelling Chamber Membership Programs and Services through membership retention, public advocacy and focused program development; and 3. Ensure the long-term financial sustainability of the organization through multiyear operating campaigns, maximizing real estate asset base and attracting public support for new initiatives. Experience and Qualifications: 1. CEO or equivalent experience: 5+ years successful experience as a Chief Executive Officer and/or 10+ years of senior management experience with in a private company, economic development organization, chamber of commerce and/or similar non-profit organization. 2. Membership Experience: Must have experience successfully managing a membership based organization. 3. Real Estate Development & Management: Must have experience in the development and management of industrial/commercial land and mixed-use downtown projects. 4. Fund Raising: Raised public funding or private equity or significantly participated in a similar process in order to provide for the successful growth of an organization. 5. Education: BS/BA degree or higher, or equivalent. Additional industrial specific professional development and continuing education preferred. Interested and qualified candidates should forward a cover letter and resume to: trishw@wilkes-barre.org with "President's Position" in the subject line. Only electronic submissions which follow these guidelines will be accepted.

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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 570-714-9235

To apply or to learn about our endless career opportunities in nursing Call 877-339-6999 x1 or Email Jobs@horizonhrs.com Or visit us and apply in person 395 Middle Road, Nanticoke

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

Children's Behavioral Health Services, Inc. is currently looking for:

BEHAVIORAL SPECIALIST CONSULTANTS Must have Master’s Degree in a Clinical field.

FULL-TIME THERAPEUTIC STAFF SUPPORT WORKERS Bachelor’s Degree/Associate Degree in Human Services. Provide 1:1 interventions & support to children. (Experience working with male adolescents beneficial)

Full-time benefits include: competitive pay, health insurance, paid holidays & vacation days.

EOE Please send, fax or e-mail your resume & letter of interest to: Children's Behavioral Health Services, Inc. Attn: Susan Hurd 104 Woodward Hill Road, Edwardsville PA 18704 Email shurd@cbhsinc.com or Fax to 714-7231

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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 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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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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Great 3 Bedroom 2 story with lots to offer. Large oak kitchen with Corian counters. Oversized 30’ x 30’ 2 car garage on a beautifully landscaped fenced lot with plenty of rear decking & above the ground pool for all of your outdoor entertaining. $117,900 MLS# 12-457 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

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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

Quality Management Regulatory Compliance Director Berwick Hospital Center is seeking a qualified individual to join our team with over a century of commitment to caring, reliability, honesty and excellent patient care. The selected candidate will be responsible for the oversight of the Quality and Regulatory Compliance Department for our acute and long term care facility. Requirements include: • The ability to mange multiple tasks • Working knowledge of general hospital operations • Knowledge of Federal and State regulations including Joint Commission and PA Dept of Health • Strong decision making • Proficient assessment skills • Current PA RN license • Minimum of two years experience in Quality Management • Ability to utilize analytical and statistical processes We offer an attractive compensation and benefits package. Send resume or apply in person to:

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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

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New Listing. Totally remodeled 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath. Spectacular kitchen w/tile radiant heat floor, center island, appliances. Beautiful cabinets and counters. 1st floor mudroom/laundry. Master bedroom w/double lighted closets, modern bath w/jacuzzi tub and shower. 4 zone gas heat + AC/heat pump. New roof, siding, windows, flooring, fencing. Walk up attic, full partially finished basement. Off street parking. MLS 12-333 $99,900 ANTONIK & ASSOCIATES 570-735-7494 Patricia Lunski, X304 (C) 570-814-6671

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130 West Green St 4-5 bedroom, 2 bath home features new windows & entry doors, 1st floor laundry, hardwood floors & ceiling fans. Outdoor features include vinyl siding, large front porch & rear deck, fenced & level rear and side yards with swing set, off street parking. Dry walkout basement includes coal stoker stove, workshop and storage area. New 200 amp service. 12-22 James Banos Realtor Associate COLDWELL BANKER RUNDLE REAL ESTATE 570-991-1883

Our benefits include paid vacation, holiday, personal days, up to $1500/year college tuition reimbursement, health insurance, life insurance, long-term disability and pension plan. Child Day Care on premises.

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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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Lovely, nearly completed, renovated Victorian farmhouse sits high on 7.81 acres featuring panoramic pastoral views, high ceilings, original woodwork, gutted, rewired, insulated & sheetrocked, newer roof, vinyl siding, kitchen and baths. Gas rights negotiable. Lots of potential with TLC. Elk Lake $119,900 MLS# 11-525 Call 570-696-2468

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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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Wonderful starter home in a convenient neighborhood. Home features many updates including new windows, roof, kitchen & carpets. Offstreet parking with large yard. Located near schools and shopping. Low taxes & priced to sell! MLS#12-515 $109,900 Everett Davis 696-2600 417-8733

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These positions offer health, dental, vision, life, disability and 401K after 30 days. Applications/resumes may be submitted to Nicole Brewer, Eastern Industries, Inc., PO Box 280, Clifford, PA 18413 or nbrewer@eastern-ind.com Eastern Industries is an equal opportunity employer and encourages male/female/disadvantaged/veterans/minorities to apply.

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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

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

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Attractive Bi-level with 2 bedrooms and room for another. 2 full baths, gas forced air heat, ventless gas fireplace & sauna. Move in condition, $123,000 MLS 12-193 Barbara Young Call 570-466-6940

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238 S. Main St. Ten room home with 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 car garage, great driveway, central air, large yard. A must see home! For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-477 $139,900 Call Tom 570-262-7716

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

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

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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 $76,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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38 Frothingham St. Four square home with loads of potential and needs updating but is priced to reflect its condition. Nice neighborhood. Check it out. For more info and photos visit: www. atlasrealtyinc.com MLS 11-3403 $59,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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

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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

234 UNION ST Previously a double block converted into one very roomy, totally remodeled single family home. New carpeting & flooring throughout. 2 updated full baths, one in master suite. Nicely level fenced yard with very large deck & patio fort entertaining. Zoned commercial. $131,900 MLS 11-3575 Barbara Young Call 570-466-6940

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

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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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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

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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

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 PLYMOUTH

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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

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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

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together. Each has its own utilities on 2.5 + acres. 3 car garage with 3 large attached rooms. For Sale By Owner. $239,900 Call (570) 788-5913

Let the Community Know! Place your Classified Ad TODAY! 570-829-7130 SWEET VALLEY REDUCED! 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

4 Oliver Road Located in the back part of Oliver Road in a very private part of North Lake in Sweet Valley. Yearning to be restored, lake front cape cod in a very tranquil setting was formerly used as a summer home. MLS 11-2113 $93,500 Jay Crossin CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 ext. 23

SHAVERTOWN 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 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

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Beautiful setting in a fabulous location. Well maintained 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home sits on a full beautiful acre of land. 3 car garage with a breezeway, first floor master bedroom suite and a great porch to sit and relax on all while enjoying your new serene surroundings. This is a MUST SEE! 12-392 $225,000 Call Tony Wasco 570-855-2424 Trademark Realtor Group 570-613-9090

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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

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

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

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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

SHICKSHINNY

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 SHICKSHINNY

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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39 Prospect St • Nanticoke

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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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

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 WEST PITTSTON

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

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20 Maple Drive REDUCED! 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 $ 219,000 Call Debra at 570-714-9251

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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

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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 SWOYERSVILLE

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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

“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

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 Reduced $99,500 Call Al Clemonts 570-371-9381

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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

TRUCKSVILLE

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 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

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

WEST HAZLETON

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

220 Linden St. Large 2 story home with 3 bedrooms, 1 3/4 baths. Detached garage, inground pool. Home needs work on the fi rst floor, 2nd is i n very good conditi on. 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

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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

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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

$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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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

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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438 Tripp St

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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Good starter home that has been family owned & maintained since the 1950’s. Large eat in kitchen, formal dining room, & 3 bedrooms. MLS #12-272 $49,500 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950 WILKES-BARRE

Great Investment. Quiet street close to everything. Nice size rooms. Both sides currently rented. Off street parking in back with a 1 car garage. $89,900. MLS 114207. Call Donna for more information or to schedule a showing. 570-947-3824

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Nice double block in good condition with 2 bedrooms on each side. New vinyl siding. Bathrooms recently remodeled. Roof is 2 years old. Fully rented. Tenants pay all utilities. MLS11-580.$53,500 Call Darren Snyder Marilyn K Snyder Real Estate 570-825-2468

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

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WYOMING

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

Smith Hourigan Group

570-714-6119

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

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

SMITH HOURIGAN GROUP 570-696-5412

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

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DOMBROSKI BUILDERS, LLC

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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 WILKES-BARRE Pine Ridge Estates

Nicely maintained in move-in condition! Hardwood floors in living room, dining room & family room. 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths. Security system, central air, gas heat! Nice room sizes! Call Jim Graham at 570-715-9323

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WILKES-BARRE REDUCED

111 Clouds Blvd., Hazle Twp., PA 18201

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY • 12:00-4:00PM Dallas Charmer • 42 Poplar Street, Dallas Township

NEW – Roof, windows, heating and A/C, doors, walkway, electrical system, 1st floor hardwood floors, carpeted stairs and second floor, ceramic tile & powder room. All New Kitchen, including stove, refrigerator, microwave, garbage disposal, double sink, Cherry wood cabinets, granite countertops, easy-close drawers. Other features include second floor laundry, Full Basement, New low maintenance deck, large yard, off street parking. Convenient location. $142,500 Directions: From Shavertown, take Dallas Memorial Highway (Route 309 North) to Right on East Franklin (at KNBT bank). Follow East Franklin to Left on Beech and Right on Poplar. For information Gordon Schneider (570)-926-1146

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60 Kulp St. 3-4 bedroom, 2 story home with well kept hardwood floors throughout. Private driveway with parking for 2 cards and nearly all replacement windows. MLS 11-2897 $59,900 Jay A. Crossin Ext. 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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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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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

115 New St. Office building with over 2600 sq. ft. can be divided for up to 3 tenants with own central air and utilities and entrances. New roof. 20-25 parking spots in excellent condition. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-607 $249,900 Call Tom

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AVOCA

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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WILKES-BARRE

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

WYOMING

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

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 FORTY FORT

WYOMING

2 story, 3 bedroom home with spacious room sizes on a very large lot in Wyoming. Oversized garage with loft & ample off street parking $128,500 MLS# 12-397 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

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

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

166 Vine St. Nice PPthree 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

Kingston Wellness Center / professional offices. -Modern Decor and Loft Style Offices -Four Lane Street Frontage -100+ Parking -Established Professional & Wellness Businesses On-Site -Custom Leases Available -Triple Net Spaces Available: 600SF, 1400SF, 2610SF, and 4300SF. 4300SF Warehouse Space available Built to Suit. Call Cindy 570-690-2689

570-675-4400

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

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KINGSTON

BEAR CREEK

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

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P E N D I N G

PITTSTON

Duplex. Aluminum siding, oil heat, semi - modern kitchens, long term tenant. On a spacious 50’ x 150’ lot. Motivated Seller. REDUCED. $37,900 Anne Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

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PITTSTON

www.cindykingre.com

584 Wyoming Ave.

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LEASE SPACE

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

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JENKINS TWP.

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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

YATESVILLE PRICE REDUCED

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

Move in condition. 3 bedrooms, 1 bath. Corner lot. $132,900 MLS 12-428 Call Stephen 570-613-9080

WILKES-BARRE

Move right into this spacious 3 bedroom with 2 full baths. 4th & 5th bedrooms are possible in the finished attic. Hardwood floors under carpet. basement is partially finished. $37,500. MLS 12-494 Call Al Clemonts 570-371-9381

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HUGHESTOWN

WILKES-BARRE HALF DOUBLE

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KINGSTON

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 KINGSTON 7 Hoyt St

Nice duplex zoned commercial, can be used for offices as well as residential. All separate utilities. Keep apt. space or convert to commercial office space. Adjacent lot for sale by same owner. MLS 11-2176 $85,900 Jay A. Crossin CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 ext. 23

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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

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NANTICOKE

PITTSTON

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

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

NANTICOKE

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

P E N D I N G

NANTICOKE PENDING

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

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PLYMOUTH

155 E Walnut St. Good investment property knocking on your door. Don't miss out, come and see for yourself. Also included in the sale of the property is the lot behind the home. Lot size is 25X75, known as 147 Cherry St. $82,000 MLS# 10-2666 Call Karen Coldwell Banker Rundle Real Estate 570-474-2340

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“Great Business Location” $168,500 B-2 zoning, just off the Dallas Highway. 1st floor has 4 spacious rooms, stone fireplace & powder room & 2nd floor has 1 bedroom apartment with 1 & 3/4 baths. Ample paved parking area. Ideal for Nail & Beauty Salon, retail business or professional office. Owners are PA licensed Realtors. MLS#11-4356 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

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WEST WYOMING

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 WILKES-BARRE 98-100 Lockhart St

Great Investment Opportunity. Separate utilities. Motivated seller! MLS 11-4330 $80,000 Maria Huggler CLASSIC PROPERTIES 570-587-7000

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WILKES-BARRE

Duplex, can convert to single. Steel siding, new roof, new furnace, garage large lot. Reduced $59,900 Castrignano Realty 570-824-9991

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DALLAS

HARVEYS LAKE SELLER SAYS SELL! Land with LakeView 90' x 125' Lot with View of the Lake. Sewer Permit Required. $19,000 MLS# 10-2523 Call Cindy 570-690-2689

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

$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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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

TUNKHANNOCK Approximately

4 acres. Perk Tested & Surveyed. Well above flood level. Mountain View. Clear land. $45,000. Bill 570-665-9054

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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

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Apartments/ Furnished

DALLAS

1 bedroom, refrigerator & stove provided, off-street parking, no pets, $700/ month, utilities paid, Call 570-675-0860

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WILKES-BARRE

FULLY FURNISHED 1 BEDROOM APARTMENT

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

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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

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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

AVOCA

2nd floor modern 2 bedroom, fridge, stove, w/d, heat and garbage incl. Off street parking. No pets $575/mo. lease and security. 570-479-1203

AVOCA

Two 1 bedroom, 2nd floor apartments. Refrigerator & stove, washer/ dryer hookup, offstreet parking, no pets. $475 & 450/per month. Water & sewer paid, security & references required. 570-457-5251

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WEST PITTSTON

House Wanted Need Owner finance. Flood house OK. Will repair. Please contact 570-212-8370

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

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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

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

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WYOMING

FIRST ST. 4 building lots each measuring 68x102 with public utilities. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-439 $39,900 EACH Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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Very clean, landscaped, well managed multi-tenant professional office with excellent access to highway system. Attractive base rate. Just off Laird Street near Woodlands Inn. Contact Griff Keefer 570-574-0421

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2nd floor. 2 bedroom, living room & kitchen. Laundry room. Tenant pays utilities. First, last, & security. $570/mo. 570-956-7571

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DUPONT

1 bedroom, offstreet parking, no pets. $450/month. Heat paid. 1 month security. Call 570-655-2306

DUPONT

Totally renovated 5 room apartment located on 1st floor. Partially furnished, brand new fridge/ electric range, electric washer & dryer. Brand new custom draperies, Roman shades, carpeting/ flooring & energy efficient windows. 1 bedroom with large closet, living room, laundry room, storage room, basement & large front porch. Easy access to I-81, airport & casino, off street parking. No smoking. $650 + utilities & security. 570-762-8265

DURYEA

Updated 1 bedroom apartment & den, neutral pottery barn colors, open-plan living, dining & kitchen area, all appliances, hardwood floors, parking. $655. 570-451-1982

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

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Dallas, Pa. MEADOWS APARTMENTS 220 Lake St. Housing for the elderly & mobility impaired; all utilities included. Federally subsidized program. Extremely low income persons encouraged to apply. Income less than $12,400. 570-675-6936, 8 am-4 pm, Mon-Fri. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE

277 River Street 1 bedroom, modern. $500/month. Heat, electricity & water included. Security. 570-690-2721

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room, 1 1/2 baths, large living & dining room. Eat-in kitchen with washer/dryer hookup. Kitchen appliances included + AC units. Enclosed porch. Cable + internet also included. Off street parking. No smoking, no pets. $850 + security & utilities. Available March 1. Call 570-762-3031

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KINGSTON 72 E. W alnut St.

3rd floor, located in quiet neighborhood. Kitchen, living room, dining room, sun room, bathroom. 2 large and 1 small bedroom, lots of closets, built in linen, built in hutch, hardwood floors, fireplace, storage room, yard. New washer/ dryer, stove & fridge. Heat and hot water included. 1 year lease + security. $950 570-406-1411 KINGSTON

CLEAN -FRESH PAINT

New carpet 1st & 2nd floor. Bathroom renovated, 3 bedrooms, spacious living room, nice kitchen, laundry room with washer/ dryer hook-up. $795 /month + utilities + security. No pets/ smoking. Credit & background check. 908.246.9434

KINGSTON Division St. Spacious 3 Bedroom, 1 bath, living room, dining room, large eat-in kitchen, porch & yard. Gas heat. Convenient to bus & stores. No Pets. Security & lease. $650+ utilities. Call (570) 814-8800.

KINGSTON FORTY FORT

VERY NICE 2nd bedroom

2 floor, ½ mile from Cross Valley. Gas heat, washer-dryer, dishwasher, garbage disposal, large deck, off street parking, carpeting, ceiling fans, attic storage, tile bath. $650/ month + utilities. Available April 1. Security deposit & references required. Call 570-578-1728.

HANOVER TOWNSHIP Great location, 1 bedroom apartment in residential area, all utilities included. $600/month + security. 908-482-0335

HANOVER TWP. 30 Garrahan St.

QUIET NEIGHBORHOOD NEAR UNIVERSITIES

2nd floor, 2 bedroom, off street parking & quiet back yard. $650/month heat & water included. security & references required. Call Rich @ 570-542-7620

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

KINGSTON 2nd floor, 5 rooms,

new stove, refrigerator, washer/dryer. Off-street parking. Clean, no pets. $575/month, plus utilities. 1 year lease & security required. Call 570- 574-2602

KINGSTON

3rd floor, 1 bedroom. Stove, fridge, electric heat. Tenant pays electric. No smoking. Single occupancy. No section 8. Background & credit check / references required. $425 / month + security. Call 570-283-1761 after 6:00 pm

KINGSTON

E.Light, WALNUT ST. 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

Near Kirby Park, attractive 1st floor, 2 bedroom duplex. 1.5 baths, washer/ dryer, refrigerator, range, dishwasher. Basement, off street parking, large covered porch. No pets. References & credit check. Includes gas heat, sewer & water. $650 + electric. Call 570-474-5892

KINGSTON Newly renovated. 3 bedroom. Wall to wall carpet. Screened in porch. Off street parking. Fridge, stove, washer & dryer included. Sewer, lawn maintenance & snow removal also included. $750 + utilities. Call (570) 807-7204 LEAVE MESSAGE

KINGSTON Penn St.

1/2 Double. 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath. Gas heat. Fully carpeted. 4 closets. Yard. Parking. Washer/ dryer hookup. No Section 8. No pets. $725 + utilities. 570-714-1530

KINGSTON

PRIME LOCATION 1st floor, 5 rooms, 2 bedrooms, 2 porches. Range, fridge, w/d, basement, yard, off street parking. $650/mo plus utilities, lease & security. Garage & extra parking $40. 570-417-7659

KINGSTON

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KINGSTON

SPACIOUS 2 BEDROOM

2nd floor, w/w carpet, stove, refrigerator. Some off street parking. Utilities by tenant. No pets. $600 per month. 1 year lease & security. References. Call 570-288-4987 or 570-466-7639

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

LARKSVILLE Very nice, clean, 2

bedroom. Hardwood floors, w/d hookup, stove, fridge, dishwasher. Off street parking. $600 + security & utilities. No pets. 570-954-5903

LUZERNE

1 bedroom, wall to wall, off-street parking, coin laundry, water, sewer & garbage included. $495/ month + security & lease. HUD accepted. Call 570-687-6216 or 570-954-0727

LUZERNE

Clean and spacious 1st floor. 2 bedrooms, off street parking, w/d hookup. Plenty of storage. Incl. stove, fridge, sewer and garbage. $650/mo plus security and references. No pets 570-466-4176 570-388-6468

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

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NANTICOKE 2nd floor, 1 bed-

room, washer/dryer hookup, off street parking. No pets. $450/month, heat, water, & hot water incl. 570-855-3958 leave message.

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NUANGOLA

Adorable year round lake cabin available for 1 year lease. 854 sq.ft. with 2 bedrooms, 1 bath. Also features 10x25 screened porch, off street parking & appliances. Lake access. Security deposit required. $700/month + utilities. Call Pam Mcgovern 570-474-6307 or 570-715-7749

SMITH HOURIGAN GROUP

PITTSTON 2nd floor. 1 bed-

room, private entrance, newly painted, w/w carpeting, washer/ dryer hookup, off street parking. Water & sewer included. No Pets No Smoking! $425 + security. 570-883-9384 PLAINS 1st floor. Modern 2 bedroom. Kitchen with appliances. All new carpet. Convenient location. washer/dryer hookup. No smoking. No pets. $550 + utilities. 570-714-9234

NANTICOKE

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

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

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

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2 bedroom apt. Heat, water, stove & fridge included. Near bus stop. $600/month No smoking or pets. Credit and background check, security & references required. Call (570) 592-2902

PLYMOUTH 2 bedrooms, 1 bath-

room,washer/dryer hook-up, enclosed porch, off-street parking, $475 per month + security & utilities. Call 570-821-9881

PLYMOUTH Center Avenue

Efficiency. 1st floor, heat, hot water, refrigerator & range included. $395/ month + security & references. No pets 570-779-2257 PLYMOUTH Large 1 bedroom apartment. Newly painted. Includes heat, water, sewer, fridge & range. $500 + security. Call Bernie 888-244-2714

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WILKES-BARRE 1 bedroom water included 2 bedroom water included 2 bedroom single family 6 bedroom large half double HANOVER 2 bedroom NANTICOKE 2 bedroom large, water included PITTSTON Large 1 bedroom water included KINGSTON 3 Bedroom Half Double LUZERNE 2 bedroom water included OLD FORGE 2 bedroom water included McDermott & McDermott Real Estate Inc. Property Management 570-821-1650 (direct line) Mon-Fri. 8-7pm Sat. 8-noon

WILKES-BARRE

Spacious 1st floor, 1 bedroom in an Historic Colonial house. Next to Barre Hall on Wilkes Campus. Hardwood floors. Washer & dryer. Off street parking. $675 + security. 570-991-1619

WILKES-BARRE bedroom apart-

2 ment, heat & hot/ cold water included, off-street parking. Clean spacious private entrance. $535 /month. Security deposit of $600 required. Background check done for an appointment. 570-814-3138

WILKES-BARRE

Clean, 2 bedroom, duplex. Stove, hookups, parking, yard. No pets/no smoking $475 + utilities. Call 570-868-4444 WILKES-BARRE

LAFAYETTE GARDENS

SAVE 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/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 2nd floor 2 bedroom, recently remodeled, washer & dryer hookup, off street parking. $525 month, water & sewer included. call 714-7272

WYOMING

BLANDINA APARTMENTS Deluxe 1 & 2 bedroom. Wall to wall carpet. Some utilities by tenant. No pets. Non-smoking. Elderly community. Quiet, safe. Off street parking. Call 570-693-2850

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WILKES-BARRE Short Term OK! Studio near Wilkes. Furniture available. Lease till June or August. $450. All utilities included. 570-826-1934

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Commercial Properties

Commercial Lease Courtdale location Ideal for: Veterinarian Office Manufacturing / Industrial Space Storage Space

1000 SF - 5000 SF Space Available. 5000 SF Warehouse Space with loading docks, office, heat, and plumbing. $3.60 - $12 sf/yr + NNN, lease negotiable. Call Cindy King 570-690-2689 www.cindykingre.com

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PITTSTON

OFFICE SPACE

Attractive modern office space. 2 suites available. Suite A-4 offices, plus restroom and storage includes utilities, 700 sq. ft. $650/month Suite B-2, large offices, 2 average size offices, plus restroom and storage plus utilities, 1,160 sq. ft. $1000/month Call Charlie 570-829-6200

RETAIL-BBUILDING W T ILKES

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12,000 sf. Route 309. Exit 165 off I81. 570-823-1719 570-675-4400

315 PLAZA 1750 sf former Physician Office. OFFICE/RETAIL 570-829-1206

furnished Doctor’s Office. Approximately 2,000 square feet. Available in April. Contact Colleen 570-283-0524

OFFICE SPACE PLAINS

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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PITTSTON COOPERS CO-OP

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

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

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

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

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72 W. River St.

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

New carpeting, clean. $380/ month, + utilities, security & references. Call 570-815-2265

Mayflower Crossing Apartments 570.822.3968 2, 3 & 4 Bedrooms

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

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PLYMOUTH

1st floor, 2 bedroom efficiency. Large bath, living room, galley kitchen, Closets, washer/ dryer, stove & fridge. $365/month Call 570-954-0505

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Spacious, updated 1 bedroom apartment, 2nd floor. Recently renovated. Sewer & appliances included. Off street parking. Security. No pets. $475 + utilities. 570-586-0417

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

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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

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

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DURYEA

109 Chittenden St. Two - 2 bedroom, 1 bath totally remodeled homes. Off street parking, $450 per unit plus security. Utilities by tenant. Call Brian 570-299-0298

FORTY FORT

26 Oak Street 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, all appliances provided, washer/ dryer hookup, garage parking, fenced yard, pets OK, $795/month, plus utilities. Call 570-415-5555

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

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KINGSTON

5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, stove provided, washer/dryer hookup, off-street parking, $745/per month, plus utilities, security & lease. Call 570-338-2207

KINGSTON

New bath, kitchen, living room, dining, 2 ½ bedroom. Water, sewer & recycling included. New Gas fireplace. New flooring & ceiling fans. Washer/dryer hookup. $740 + security & lease. Call after 6pm 570-479-0131

KINGSTON

WYOMING

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

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

LARKSVILLE

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Available heated storage space. Great for boat or car storage. $65 / month. Call 570-650-3358

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

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Commercial Properties

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NANTICOKE

1207 Prospect St 3 bedrooms. Hardwood floors. Eat-in kitchen with appliances, including dishwasher. 1.5 bath. Washer/dryer hook up. Basement & front porch. Sewer & garbage included. No pets. No smoking. $625 + utilities & security. 570-814-1356

OLD FORGE

22 Connell St 2 bedroom, 1 bath. New rugs, fridge stove dishwasher. Very large fenced yard with utility shed. $650/mo + security Utilities by tenant Call Brian 570-299-0298

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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 Air. New gas heating system. Huge attic for storage. “Must See!” $850 + utilities, lease & security. NO PETS. Call for appointment. 570-793-6294

PLYMOUTH 3 bedroom, 1 bath. Located on Academy St. New paint, carpet & windows. $700 + utilities & security. Small pet OK with extra security. Off street parking . Call 570-760-6410

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3 bedroom home on Hillside Road. $695/mo + utilities. Lake Lehman School District. No pets. Call American Asphalt Paving Co., at 570-696-1181, ext. 243 between 7:00AM and 3PM Monday -Friday

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Live on the lake this summer in a 2 bedroom lake house! Living room with wood fireplace and dining room overlooking lake. No smokers. References, credit check 1 year lease. $1200 month. 570-696-5417

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3 bedroom, 2 bath on 1 acre. New carpet & paint. Full basement. Detached 1.5 car garage. Front porch and spacious rear deck. Water, sewer included. $850/ month + 1st & last. 570-332-8922

3 bedrooms, 1 bath, off-street parking, no pets, total gas, includes cable & garbage. All appliances included. $700 + utilities & $700 security. Call 570-709-9765

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Single family ranch home. 3 bedrooms. Quiet area, large deck, private driveway. $750/month + security & utilities. 570-883-7220

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Conveniently located. Spacious 4 bedroom single. Gas heat. Off street parking. Lease, no pets. Security. Call Ann Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

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Building & Remodeling

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1054

Concrete & Masonry

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Carpet Cleaning

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1039

Chimney Service

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1042

Cleaning & Maintainence

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1078

Dry Wall

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(570) 675-3378 1084

Electrical

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570-829-4077

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1132

Handyman Services

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Handyman Services

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299-9142

1135

Hauling & Trucking

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1135

Hauling & Trucking

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1189 Miscellaneous Service

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1156

Insurance

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1162 Landscaping/ Garden TREE REMOVAL Stump grinding, Hazard tree removal, Grading, Drainage, Lot clearing, Stone/ Soil delivery. Insured. Reasonable Rates 570-574-1862

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Movers

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Painting & Wallpaper

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Paving & Excavating

EDWARD’S ALL COUNTY PAVING & SEAL COATING

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Roofing & Siding

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Snow Removal

SNOW

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1282

Tax Preparation

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1297

Tree Care

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