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Township concerned over road conditions

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FAIRMOUNT TWP. – Supervisor Dave Keller says a 30-foot section of Route 118 westbound is a hazard because it is washed out along the berm. And while PennDOT has said the road is scheduled for repair, nothing has “There are been done since rushing floodenough waters caused fatalities the damage last in this area September. The washedas it is. out section of Last year road, located there was across from the entrance of a double Ricketts Glen State Park, near fatality.” Kitchen Creek Dave Keller Fairmount Twp. and Falls Trail, supervisor consists of two large holes approximately 14 inches deep, a 6-foot guide rail that is exposed and part of a stone wall missing. Keller said he spoke with PennDOT in October. PennDOT responded that the repairs would be “put on the schedule.” He has not heard anything yet, he said. Attempts to reach a PennDOT spokesman on Friday were unsuccessful. Keller said once the camping season begins after Memorial Day, pedestrians will be walking along that route when they leave the parking lot and go to the picnic area. There are also two other

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GOP Senate candidates hardly known Pennsylvania hopefuls trying to oust Sen. Bob Casey have low name recognition.

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nessman Tom Smith and entrepreneur Steve Welch — have low name recognition outside of the Republican acCasey tivist community, and polling shows that voters are split among them. All are running on a platform of cutting the reach and cost of federal government, repealing President Barack Obama’s signature health care law, opposing abortion rights and advancing various other bedrock conservative causes. With shades of conservatism to pick between, many Republi-

HARRISBURG — Crunch time is beginning for virtually unknown Republican candidates looking to unseat Sen. Bob Casey, and money for TV ads and an organization of volunteers willing to dial other voters, knock on doors and hand out fliers will be crucial. The candidates — manufacturing exec and decorated Vietnam veteran David Christian, former state Rep. Sam Rohrer, lawyer Marc Scaringi, retired coal busi- See SENATE, Page 10A

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Kimberly Coffee of Coffee’s Coffee Shop on Main Street in Nanticoke pours frothed milk at her new shop.

Coffee shop hoping to perk up Nanticoke

hristians marked the beginning of Holy Week with Palm Sunday services and parishioners of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Wilkes-Barre celebrated with a procession on South Main Street. At top, Madalyn McGuinness, 3, rides a miniature horse in the procession. At right, Rev. Peter Kuriz of churches Good Shepherd Lutheran and St. John’s Lutheran in Wilkes-Barre holds fronds of palm. Sunday school students including Saul Woodworth, 8, above, joined the procession in the city’s downtown.

THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW THIS WEEK

>> BEST OF THE BEST: In the history of men’s college basketball, there are three Division I schools that have amassed more than 2,000 victories. The top two teams on that list? Kentucky and Kansas. (North Carolina is third for those with a severe trivia obsession.) So when the Wildcats and Jayhawks tip off tonight in the NCAA championship game, they’ll be bringing with them a combined 10 national titles and 4,090 victories. The 4.091st win will mean an 11th crown for one of them. The game starts at 9:23 p.m. and it’s on CBS.

Kimberly Coffee was first Main Street business owner to secure a façade grant.

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downtown Nanticoke with her trendy, new coffee shop. She’s adding new color and a fresh look to the southern side of a block of storefronts – some of them empty – that hasn’t changed much in years. The Nanticoke native and University of Miami graduate, who decided to bring some of that Southern Florida flavor to a Main Street where just a few doors down a pizza and pierogie shop takes a place of prominence, said

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>> LIFE OF THE PARTY: Remember the dark days of the 1980s when we used to have to fight for our right to party? Well, since 1996, World Party Day has been making it easier for people to get together and PAR-TAY. According to the magic Internet, the purpose of the day is to have a “synchronized human celebration to bring about improved social conditions.” Translation: It’s a day to get down, shake your groove thing, get jiggy with it, or whatever funky name you want to call it. >> PLAY BALL: Ahhh. Baseball. It’s back. Almost as sure a sign of spring as increased road construction, Opening Day is a time when teams’ and fans’ hopes haven’t been dragged through the harsh mud of reality yet. When the Chicago Cubs are tied with the league’s best record. And the Boston Red Sox still think an eight-game wild card lead is safe. St. Louis and Miami get things going Wednesday night at 7 on ESPN.

The Phillies and Mets open up on Thursday afternoon, and the Yankees have to wait until Friday.

>> IT’S IN THE HOLE: Among golfers, the Augusta National Golf Club is the Holy Grail of courses. It is home to The Masters, the most tradition-soaked golf tournament in America. It may also have the most unique “trophy” in sports – the iconic Green Jacket, awarded to the winner. The champion can actually take the jacket home with them for a year after their first win, and then return it to the club. Hopefully dry cleaned. The jacket, not the club. This year’s Masters begins Thursday with the final round on Sunday. ESPN has the first two rounds, CBS the last two. >> EASTER SEASON: For Christians, Easter is a

solemn commemoration of the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. While kids are often taught the religious significance of the holiday, let’s face it. For them, it’s all about the candy. Whether you celebrate it in church or on the lawn searching for Easter eggs – or both – have a great one. Happy Easter!

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Disneyland Paris notes 20th birthday The resort overcomes rocky beginnings to make up a huge part of the French economy.

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Thrice is nice

Miranda Lambert scores third consecutive vocalist and album wins. By CHRIS TALBOTT AP Entertainment Writer

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CHESSY, France — Disneyland Paris celebrated its entry into adulthood in spectacular style this weekend, with a 20th birthday extravaganza replete with celebrities, parades and a new state-of-the-art show. The resort 35 kilometers (about 22 miles) east of Paris has a lot to celebrate. After overcoming a rocky childhood, the “Magic Kingdom” now makes up a chunk of the French economy and of Disney’s own revenues. Mexican actress Salma Hayek and retired French soccer great Zinedine Zidane led celebrations at the park featuring a high-energy projection of Disney cartoon characters onto Sleeping Beauty’s castle crowning Main Street, U.S.A. Also starring in the event, marked with fireworks and water displays, were Peter Pan and other Disney characters. “Marvelous!” Frenchman Xavier Fin, 40, said Sunday, a day after the show. “I’m here with my son and it’s so great for him to see all the creativity. It’s really overwhelming.” Beyond the glitz, however, there is a real story for Disneyland Paris to crow about after some volatile years and a rumored brush with bankruptcy. The resort — 40 percent owned by the Walt Disney Co. — has come a long way under the marketing mantra “slowly but surely.” Five years ago, the resort finally started to make operating profits. Building on its fortune, Disneyland Paris became the most visited tourist destination in Europe in 2008. It broke its record for ticket sales last year, marking its 250 millionth visitor since its creation. Over the years, the French have also learned to love Mickey. The resort was decried by some in France as a threat to the French culture — a “cultural Chernobyl” for some, a “construction of hardened chewing gum” for others. An initial ban on wine — done away with — inside the park was seen as a snub of the French heritage. Now, two decades on, the Gallic grouching has been transformed into enthusiasm — at least for the hordes of French who visit the park, a 2,230-hectar (5,510-acre) expanse. The French now make up about half of the visitors, according to the French Tourism Ministry. The resort began its life in the verdant Paris region, blossoming out of farmland, with the name EuroDisney but was re-branded in the mid-1990s as Disneyland Paris to link itself more closely

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Micky Mouse opens the new parade "Magic Disney Parade " in Disneylands theme park in Marne-la-Vallee Saturday.

with the French capital. It now accounts for a considerable portion of the tourist revenues of France — the world’s most visited country — and employs some 15,000 people. “In 2011, 6.5 percent of all the tourism income in the country came from Disneyland,” French Tourism Minister Frederic Lefebvre told The Associated Press. “And a third of all the visitors to the resort come to see Paris as well for the historic heritage, so it is extremely important to France.” The resort’s French CEO, Philippe Gas, speaking with typical Disney-style fervor mixed with Gallic pride, went even further: “It is perhaps arrogant to say, but we are the best deal that France ever made.” The operating profit book, indeed, looks fatter than in the past, but the resort still has huge debts linked to its rocky financial past. “It didn’t work in the early years how we wanted,” Gas said, “but now we are at the healthiest situation in our history.” The initial construction went hugely over budget and, with less than half the expected number of visitors, put the resort on a downward economic spiral. In 1994, with the company in serious financial difficulty, rumors circulated that the park was on the verge of bankruptcy and crisis talks were held between the banks and backers, which rescued the park. Expansion with a new park in 2002, Walt Disney Studios, consolidated the long-term survival of Disneyland Paris. Now, though the debt is still huge — (euro) 1.8 billion ($2.4 billion) — the company has been paying it off in large sums since 2009. “It’s been a long way, but now we have a calendar of payment that will see all the debt wiped out by 2024. We no longer need Mommy and Daddy to help us,” Gas added.

The rule of threes was in effect for Miranda Lambert at the Academy of Country Music Awards as she won her third consecutive female vocalist of the year award and her recordtying third album of the year honor Sunday night. Meanwhile, Jason Aldean and Kelly Clarkson won two trophies for “Don’t You Wanna Stay.” Taylor Swift won her second straight entertainer of the year trophy. She bested her all-male competitors, including four-time winner Kenny Chesney. The 22-year-old superstar had the second best-selling album of 2011 with her multiplatinum “Speak Now,” and Bilboard recently named her as their top moneymaker of the last year, raking in an estimated $35 million. Swift also beat out Brad Paisley, Blake Shelton and Jason Aldean. Lambert shouted “Seriously?” to her fans as she picked up the trophy for “Four the Record,” beating out a field that included Kenny Chesney, the night’s top nominee with nine. “I own every record in this category and I’ve been listening and listening, thinking I’m not going to get it,” said Lambert, who got a hug from her grandmother and close friends Lady Antebellum before accepting her award. “Every record is amazing, and I’m so thrilled. I will never take this trophy for granted. My albums are my babies. It’s what makes me wake up in the mornings.” Celebrated as one of country’s hottest young stars, she’s always had a special relationship with ACM voters. They’ve rewarded her time and again.

POLICE BLOTTER HAZLE TWP. – Mark Sypeck, 47, of Mountain Top was arrested early Saturday morning on evidence of drunken driving, state police said. Sypeck was stopped for traveling 52 mph in a posted 35 mph zone on Harwood Road at 2:23 a.m. and showed signs of intoxication, state police said. He was taken into custody and driven to the Hazleton state police station for a breath test, state police said. Charges will be filed with the office of District Judge James Dixon in Hazle Township. WILKES-BARRE – City police reported the following:

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Miranda Lambert accepts the award for album of the year at the 47th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards on Sunday.

and do it.” It was the second big upset of the awards — Thompson Square took vocal duo of the year over Sugarland in an early award. “American Idol” winner Scotty McCreery won the fanvoted new artist of the year. Toby Keith won video of the year for “Red Solo Cup.” Aldean told the crowd he trusted his instincts when he was trying to sort out what to do with “Don’t You Wanna Stay,” which became a steamy, soaring duet that shows Aldean is capable of keeping up vocally with Clarkson. It netted the duo single record and vocal event of the year. “"I kind of thought it needed a female vocal on it and Kelly was the first name I threw out,” Aldean told the audience. “And I’m really glad I did because she came in and made a great song, and just took it to a great place.” Added Clarkson: “Thank y’all so much for welcoming me from the pop world!”

She joins Alabama and George Strait with three wins in that category, though both acts have more trophies than her because each also won as producers of those albums. Lambert’s album win wasn’t the only surprise of the evening. The Eli Young Band’s smash “Crazy Girl” brought the Texas quartet its first win in Las Vegas, for song of the year, and it was something of an upset over superstar acts like Chesney and Lady Antebellum (though the trio did win vocal group of the year). EYB lead singer Mike Eli hoped the group’s win was an inspiration for people who hope to someday do the same thing. “I have dreamed this moment my whole life and I can speak for the rest of these guys up here that they have, too,” Eli said. “For those of you watching on television, if you’re sitting here and thinking, ‘I’m dreaming about this moment and I want to be here,’ follow your dreams believe in yourself

for the property. • Vanessa Carmenatty of • Police are investigating the New Alexander Street reported Saturday $60 and money order sexual assault of a 22-year-old woman reported Friday at a were stolen from her purse at residence on North Empire her place of employment on Court. Public Square. • James Heath, 40, of Hanov• Daniel Hughes of 617 Carey Ave. reported copper piping er Township will be charged with possession of a controlled was stolen from the basement substance following a traffic of his business and residence stop in the area of South Handuring a break-in between 5 cock and Lehigh streets Sunday p.m. Thursday and 3 p.m. Friafternoon. Heath was a pasday. senger in the car and had sus• Eugenia Gaskin of 111 pected marijuana on him. Edison St. reported Friday her • Eric Yale reported Sunday daughter’s wallet was stolen an SKS rifle was missing from from the front porch. • Jeffery Brown of Wyoming his residence. Yale said he had five people at his residence at Avenue, Forty Fort, reported Friday approximately 10 feet of 157 Mill St. on Thursday. When he woke up later that morning copper tubing was stolen from he noticed the rifle was no a residence at 47 Poplar St. longer in his room. Brown said he was the agent

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‘Hunger Games’ continues to satisfy movie audience appetite The film takes in $61.1 million to remain on top for its second weekend. By DAVID GERMAIN AP Movie Writer

LOS ANGELES — “The Hunger Games” is still the first item on the menu for movie fans, taking in $61.1 million to remain the No. 1 film in its second weekend. Studio estimates Sunday put Lionsgate’s “The Hunger Games” well ahead of Sam Worthington’s action sequel “Wrath of the Titans,” which opened in second-place with $34.2 million. That’s far below the $61.2 million opening of its predecessor,

“Clash of the Titans,” two years ago. But distributor Warner Bros. opened “Clash” on Easter weekend, when young fans already were off school and in holiday mode. With Easter coming next weekend, the studio expects “Wrath” to catch up to “Clash” in the next few weeks. Julia Roberts’ comic “Snow White” reinvention “Mirror Mirror” debuted at No. 3 with $19 million. Released by Relativity Media, the film casts Roberts as the wicked queen opposite Lily Collins as Snow White. Starring Jennifer Lawrence as a teen forced to compete in a televised death match, “The Hunger Games” lifted its domestic total to $251 million after just 10

days. “We’re obviously ecstatic at that quarter of a billion — I like the sound of that, by the way,” said David Spitz, head of distribution for Lionsgate. “We’re going into a period now with Easter weekend and spring break where literally 30 percent of kids are out of school starting tomorrow. ... We have a great opportunity to continue to play and play and play.” “The Hunger Games” shot past “Dr. Seuss’ the Lorax” ($189.6 million domestically) to become the top-grossing film this year. “Wrath of the Titans” had a smaller domestic opening than 2010’s “Clash,” but the sequel

Sandler sweeps Razzies LOS ANGELES — Adam Sandler and friends have scored a new high — or low — among voters of the Razzies, an Academy Awards spoof that presents prizes for the year’s worst movies. Sandler’s “Jack and Jill” managed a Razzies first on Sunday, claiming 10 awards to sweep ev-

ery single category. Sandler won for both worst actor and actress for his dual roles in “Jack and Jill,” in which he plays a family man and his own pesky sister. Al Pacino won as worst supporting actor for playing himself in “Jack and Jill,” while Sandler pal David Spade was named worst supporting actress.

was the top draw overseas with a debut of $78 million in 60 markets. That gave it a worldwide total of $112.2 million. Dan Fellman, head of domes-

tic distribution for Warner Bros., said he expects “Wrath” to follow a pattern similar to the studio’s “Sherlock Holmes” sequel last December.

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Driver cited for texting

police said Kerry Castaldi, S tate 21, of Scranton will be issued a

citation for texting while driving following a crash early Saturday morning on the ramp from Interstate 380 to Interstate 81 south. According to state police, Castaldi admitted texting. She lost control of her 1997 Subaru Impreza around 5 a.m. and struck a guide rail. As she attempted to correct the travel of her car, she turned the wheel quickly, lost control again and struck a concrete barrier head on. Castaldi left the car and fled the scene.

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Debit card thieves wanted State police are looking for the man and woman involved in the theft of debit card Saturday afternoon from a customer at the Walmart store on state Route 315. The woman distracted the shopper, a woman from Duryea, by starting up a conversation around 3:50 p.m. and the man reached into the shopper’s wallet in her cart and stole the card, state police said. The woman involved in the theft purchased five $100 gift cards and a black knit style hat with the stolen card, state police said. The woman left the store at 4:12 p.m. and the man followed a minute later, state police said. Anyone with information about the theft is asked to contact state police at the Wyoming barracks at 570 697-2000.

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A new home built from the heart Rasimas family receives keys to their new Wilkes-Barre home from Habitat for Humanity. By STEVEN FONDO Times Leader Correspondent

WILKES-BARRE -- Jesse and Angela Rasimas are the proud owners of a brand new home due to the hard work and generosity of the local chapter of Habitat for Humanity, a Christian public service organization that provides newly constructed, affordable homes to qualified families. The four-member Rasimas family were given the keys to their three bedroom 1,1000 square foot house in a dedication ceremony attended by Habitat members, Wilkes-Barre officials and volunteers Angela Rasimas said she came upon the Habitat for Humanity "accidentally" while leafing through The Weekender classifieds. "That’s how it all started," said Rasimas. "It’s been an amazing experience for us as a family. "

The attractive home was designed by local architect Russ Roberts and took about nine months to complete with the help of close to 1,000 volunteers. The city of Wilkes-Barre donated the two parcel lot on Madison Street to Habitat for Humanity in 2010. With the first phase of the two part project now completed, groundbreaking on the second house will begin today . According to Habitat for Humanity’s local director, Karen Evans Hughes, the organization has been helping Luzerne County families for 20 years and have built 28 homes in partnership with local craftsmen and thousands of local volunteers. Evans-Kaufer explained that families are selected to the homeowner program must be Luzerne County residents for at least one year, qualify according to level of need and partner with Habitat for Humanity by volunteering 300 hours of service on their future home project. "The Rasimas’ are a wonderful family," said Evans-Kaufer. "They worked very hard on this project. I couldn’t be happier for them. "

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Angela Rasimas, center, expresses her gratitude to all who attended Sunday’s house dedication in Wilkes-Barre for the Wyoming Valley Habitat for Humanity House built for the Rasimas family. Looking on is Malcolm Williams, President, WVHFH, far left; Tracey Williams, Partner Family Mentor; and the Rasimas family, Angela, Jesse, Jaiden and Kara.

Wilkes University students, faculty and staff clean up area

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Man allowed into country

An immigration lawyer says a Mexican man will be allowed to enter the United States to bury his 10-year-old son, a U.S. citizen who died in a house fire in northeastern Pennsylvania. Fidelmar “Fidel” Merlos-Lopez initially was barred entry into the country. But his Philadelphia-based lawyer, Elizabeth Surin, says her client was issued a humanitarian parole to attend the funeral. She said early Sunday that Lopez was on a plane bound for Pennsylvania. Lopez’s son, Damien Lopez, died Tuesday in a Shenandoah row house fire along with his cousin, aunt and 7-month-old half-brother. The funeral is set for Monday. Lopez was an illegal immigrant who left the U.S. voluntarily in 2008. He’s in the process of getting his green card so he can rejoin his wife in Shenandoah. HAZLETON

Theft arrest is made Robert Gogola, 44, of East Cranberry Avenue, was arrested Wednesday on charges of theft, receiving stolen property, criminal trespass and criminal mischief, police said. He was apprehended while removing items from a storage area of Northeast Restaurant Equipment around 7 a.m., police said. A fence was damaged to gain access to the equipment, police said. WILKES-BARRE

Support delinquents jailed

Luzerne County Senior Judge Chester Muroski jailed 12 defendants Thursday for failure to pay child support and an issued warrant for one other person who failed to appear for contempt hearings. A warrant was issued for Jason Fell, of Lee Ave., Putnam Valley, Pa., for failure to pay. The judge jailed the following individuals: • Brian Tulanowski, Old Newport St., Nanticoke, $2,649 • John Ricko, Jr., Arch St., Glen Lyon, $2,980 • John Hoffman, Forest St., Wilkes-Barre, $65,496 • Kelly Harris, Berwick St., White Haven, $2,677 • Edward Maopolski, Fulton St., Duryea, $14,653 • Eric Malia, South River St., Wilkes-Barre, $7,695 • Cassandra Pardini, Hazleton St., Ashley, $714 • Raymond Motel, Lafayette Ct., Hazleton, $10,221 • John Santana, Beech St., WilkesBarre, $24,093

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Bryan “Dan” Bomboy requires around-theclock care from Tyaisha Leary and others for his everyday needs at his home in Exeter.

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Wilkes University junior Nathan White of Ellicott City, Md., left, and about 30 other students spruce up Exeter Avenue in West Pittston as part of ’The Big Event’ Sunday morning.

Big effort helps community By JOE DOLINSKY Times Leader Correspondent

WILKES-BARRE – More than 350 students, faculty and staff at Wilkes University combined to put forth a big effort in a single day of community service on Sunday. Armed with rakes, gloves and paint brushes, Wilkes volunteers participated in the country-wide ‘Big Event’ -- a one-day community service project aimed to assist the community by those living and learning within it. Carried out by colleges and universities throughout the country, this was the first time Wilkes has participated in the project. Volunteers assembled early Sunday

morning on Wilkes’ campus before being divided into groups and sent out into several areas in Luzerne County including Wilkes Barre’s Kirby Park, the Huber Breaker in Ashley and throughout the community of West Pittston. Wilkes worked in cooperation with several organizations to arrange volunteer sites including Volunteers of America, United Way of Wyoming Valley, the Jewish Community Center of Wyoming Valley, The American Red Cross and the City of WilkesBarre. Still reeling from record flooding in September, cleanup in West Pittston was a focal point of the Red Cross and

volunteers participating in The Big Event. Volunteers raked leaves and swept sidewalks along Exeter Ave. and Susquehanna Ave. and even pitched in at private residences. Junior Pharmarcy major Samantha Bickert was among one group of volunteers who painted a house on Lacoe Street . in West Pittston. . Bickert remembers the toll flood waters took on the community several months ago. “I originally helped out when the flooding first happened,” Bickert said. “So it was really great to be able to

By RALPH NARDONE Times Leader Correspondent

NANTICOKE -- Choosing a career may be one of the biggest decisions students and their families face. In an economy wrought with uncertainty it is important to do the necessary research to make the right choice, according to officials from the Luzerne Intermediate Unit. To aid area high school students beginning the job research process, the LIU hosted the first “Looking Forward; Career and Academic Planning Day for Stu-

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Alex Sperazza of Wilkes University talks with Hailey Noss and her parents John and Karen.

their futures, he added. About 40 different representatives from local healthcare providers, food purveyors, institutions of higher learning, media outlets, public service offices,

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financial services organizations, technical firms and other businesses participated. They were able to give a

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dents and Their Parents” on Saturday at Luzerne County Community College. Greg Koons, director of special education at the LIU, said about 200 attended and were provided information from employers, educators, and industry experts. It is important for students to “marry” their interests with employer needs and education curriculum in an effort to make the right fit for a secure future, Koons said. The day was geared toward students in high school who are already making key choices for

Exeter paraplegic is hoping to raise money to receive stem cell injections in California to treat his paralysis.

EXETER – It’s taking time for Bryan “Dan” Bomboy to get used to his body again. The 49-year-old paraplegic has gained some mobility in his arms and has been having sensations from top to bottom after breaking his neck in two places and back in three places when he fell off a roof while cleaning a rain gutter almost eight years ago. “Right now my body is H O W T O humming,” he said Sun- H E L P day afternoon from his Contributions can wheelchair. The vibrations, invisi- be made to: The Bryan Bomble and silent, are a sign of boy Stem Cell hope he will be freed from Fund the pain he’s lived with c/o Fidelity Bank since he fell on his head 801 Wyoming Ave. and further proof he’s a West Pittston, PA good choice to undergo 18643 stem cell injections to treat his paralysis. “I was never to have any more movement than my eyes,” he said of the diagnosis he was given after the accident at the house of woman whom he cared for in West Pittston. He’s progressed to the point where he can move his arms and feed himself with a specially adapted spoon. But he wants to be able to take care of himself, instead of relying on around-the-clock caregivers at his home in Exeter and he’s anticipating a trip to the California Stem Cell Treatment Center in Rancho Mirage. “I’m exploring every avenue I can to get to where I need to go to get out of this mess,” said Bomboy. The treatment involving multiple injections of his own stem cells into his body costs between $10,000 and $30,000 is not covered by insurance. Family and friends have started holding fundraisers to pay for the treatment and a bank account has been established for contributions.

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Whopper of a task: Burger King overhauls menu By CANDICE CHOI AP Food Industry Writer

MIAMI — When Burger King set about to fix its ailing empire, the fast food giant started by scrutinizing everything on the menu — even the mayonnaise. A group of Burger King executives and franchisees last year sat through a lengthy presentation complete with charts and graphs on how oils and eggs affect the quality of the spread. A blind taste test of 30 varieties followed. The verdict: They liked the one Burger King was already using. “That was actually a pretty hard day,” recalls John Koch, Burger King’s executive chef. It wasn’t the only one. Over the past year, Burger King evaluated all of its ingredients from the bacon to the cheese slices it serves on its chargrilled burgers as part

of a yearlong quest to reverse years of slumping sales of its Whoppers and fries. The result: On Monday, it plans to launch a lineup of smoothies, frappe coffees, chicken strips and snack wraps. The 10 new items mark Burger King’s biggest menu expansion since the chain opened its doors in 1954. Burger King’s food odyssey shows how grueling it can be for a fast-food company to come up with new menu items — a process most Americans aren’t aware of when they’re handed a bag at a drive-thru window. Burger King is the latest chain to revamp its menu as part of the fast-food industry’s move away from its nearly single-minded courtship of young men. Once the lifeblood of the industry, the economic downturn hit those junk food fanatics particularly hard. At the same time, Americans’ generally have been demanding healthier options. Burger King has failed to evolve even as competitors have gone af-

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ter new customers with breakfast items and healthier fare. Last year, Wendy’s for the first time edged out Burger King as the nation’s No. 2 burger chain behind McDonald’s. To stem the decline, Burger King executives last year decided to remodel its aging system of 7,200 stores to make them more contemporary, redesign

worker uniforms with aprons so they stay clean and even serve the iconic Whopper in cardboard cartons instead of paper burger wrapping for the first time in more than 20 years. The food, however, is at the heart of its plan.

Consumers have longed for more food options at Burger King, but the revamp is a gamble. The new menu may not go far enough to differentiate Burger King from its competitors. After all, there are striking similarities between Burger King’s new items and the offerings of its much-bigger rival McDonald’s. The Golden Arches already rolled out specialty salads in 2003, snack wraps in 2006, premium coffee drinks in 2009, and fruit smoothies in 2010. “Being an innovator is critical in the fast-food industry,” said Darren Tristano, an analyst for food industry researcher Technomic Inc. But in recent years, he said Burger King has been more of a follower. Burger King executives don’t deny that its new items are pretty close to those on McDonald’s popular menu. But they say the new menu was created as a result of

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Burger King’s own research. “Consumers wanted more choices,” said Steve Wiborg, president of Burger King’s North America operations. “Not just healthy choices, but choices they could get at the competition.” Once executives settled on menu items, it was time to go to the masses. Would the new items measure up to those of Burger King’s competitors? To find out, the company conducted consumer tests and revised its recipes over months. Burger King considered making Panini-pressed snack wraps, for example, but tests showed customers wanted something lighter. The wraps it settled on closely resemble the ones offered at McDonald’s — a chicken strip sprinkled with cheese, lettuce and dressing wrapped in a flour tortilla. McDonald’s even offers the same flavors — honey mustard and ranch.

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Coup sets back sales in Mali

A cloth seller waits in hope of selling some pieces to a wholesale buyer, as sellers said their business was suffering following the recent coup, at the Grand Market in Bamako, Mali Saturday, . The countries neighboring Mali have condemned the March 22nd coup and have given the military junta a 72-hour deadline to hand power back to civilians, which expires on Monday, or face crippling sanctions. ORLANDO, FLA.

Expert analyzes 911 call

s the Trayvon Martin controversy splinters into a debate about selfA defense, a central question remains:

Who was heard crying for help on a 911 call in the moments before the teenager was shot? An expert in the field of forensic voice identification sought to answer that question by analyzing the recordings for the Orlando Sentinel. His result: It was not George Zimmerman who called for help. Zimmerman claims self-defense in the shooting and told police that he was the one screaming for help. The two experts say the evidence tells a different story. On a rainy night in late February, a woman called 911 to report someone crying out for help in her gated Sanford community, Retreat at Twin Lakes. Though several of her neighbors eventually called authorities, she phoned early enough for dispatchers to hear the panicked cries and the gunshot that took Trayvon Martin’s life.

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U.S. Coast Guard crews were waiting for the weather to improve before sending a helicopter to take three sailors injured in a storm from a yacht about 400 miles off the California coast, a Coast Guard spokesman said Sunday. The Coast Guard cutter Bertholf with a helicopter on board was within range of the yacht, but could not send a rescue crew to the stricken vessel because of the weather conditions, Coast Guard Petty Officer Caleb Critchfield said early Sunday afternoon. Critchfield could not provide an estimate when the helicopter would be able to launch. ANDERSON, S.C.

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The 2-year-old son of an airman killed in a terror attack in Germany has died after a dresser fell on him and suffocated him, authorities said. Authorities said William Alden was trying to reach something on top of a dresser when it fell on him on Saturday. The boy lived at the home with his mother, Patricia Brooks Alden, and his 5-year-old sister, Lilly, Deputy Anderson County coroner Don McCown said. The family was preparing to leave for vacation in Georgia at the time. The boy’s father, Senior Airman Nick Alden of Williamston, was killed in March 2011 outside an airport in Frankfurt, Germany, by a man authorities said was a Muslim extremist.

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NEW YORK — When the 1940 census records are released today ,Verla Morris can consider herself a part of living history. Morris, who is in her 100th year, will get to experience the novelty of seeing her own name and details about her life in the records being released by the U.S. National Archives online after 72 years of confidentiality expires. “I’d be happy to see it there,” she said. “I don’t think anything could surprise me, really.” Morris is one of more than 21 million people alive in the U.S. and Puerto Rico who were counted in the 16th federal decennial census, which documents the tumultuous decade of the 1930s transformed by the Great Depression and black migration from the rural South. It’s a distinction she shares with such living celebrities as Clint Eastwood and Morgan Freeman. Morris, who has been working on her family history since 1969 and has written six books on its branches, said cen-

sus records were essential for her genea- digitized records for details on 132 million people. Access to the records will be logical work because oftentimes people free and open to anyone on the don’t want to give their personal information. “I’d be happy to Internet. Every decade since 1942, the “Lots of times I just have see it there. I National Archives has made to wait until maybe they die,” she said. “Then I’ll don’t think any- available records from past censuses. Some privacy adhave all their information.” thing could sur- vocates have opposed releasBut census records, which include names, adprise me, really.” ing such large amounts of personal information about dresses and — in the case living people. of the 1940 census, income The American Civil Liberand employment informaVerla Morris tion — are rich with longAbout being included ties Union, for instance, has for veiled personal details. in the census over 30 years opposed any unrestricted release of census Morris, who turns 100 in records. August and was contacted Jay Stanley, a senior policy analyst at through the National Centenarian Awareness Project, said she was working the ACLU, said harm could come from combining the rich 1940 census data as a keypunch operator in Fairfield, Ill., with other information. when the 1940 census was taken. “I “Computer technology today allows don’t remember them taking my census,” said Morris, who lives in Chandler, you to take information from different sources and combine it into a very high Ariz. While a name index will not be imme- resolution image of somebody’s life,” he said. “Each particular piece of informadiately available to search, tens of thoution might just be one pixel. But when sands of researchers across the country brought together, they become very are expected to go on a monumental genealogical hunt this week through the intrusive.”

LONDON — Every email to your child. Every status update for your friends. Every message to your mistress. The U.K. government is preparing proposals for a nationwide electronic surveillance network that could potentially keep track of every message sent by any Brit to anyone at any time, an industry official briefed on the government’s moves said Sunday. Plans for a massive government database of the country’s phone and email traffic were abandoned in 2008 following a public outcry. But James Blessing of the Internet Service Providers’ Association said the government appears to be “reintroducing it on a slightly different format.” Blessing said the move was disclosed to his association by Britain’s Home Office during a meeting in recent weeks. Britain’s Home Office declined comment, saying an announcement would have to be made to Parliament first — possibly as soon as next month. There was no indication of exactly how such a system would work or to what degree of judicial oversight would be involved, if any. A Home Office spokesman insisted that any new surveillance program would not involve prying into the content of emails or voice conversations. “It’s not about the content,” the official said, speaking anonymously in line with office policy. “It’s about the who, what, where and when.” In a statement, the Home Office said it’s vital that police and intelligence services “are able to obtain communications data in certain circumstances to investigate serious crime and terrorism, and to protect the public.” Authorities already have access to a huge wealth of communications data, although the standards for retaining it differ depending on whether, for example, conversations are carried out over the phone, in an email, or over an instant messaging program.

Historic win for famed dissident Nations pledge millions for Syrian opposition

Nobel laureate Aung San Suu Kyi, 66, was elected to Myanmar parliament.

The shift toward seeking to sway the military balance in Syria carries regional risks.

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YANGON, Myanmar — She struggled for a free Myanmar for a quarter-century, much of it spent locked away under house arrest. Now, the Nobel Peace Prize laureate whose nonviolent campaign for democracy at home transformed her into a global icon is on the verge of ascending to public office for the first time. Aung San Suu Kyi, 66, was elected to parliament Sunday in a historic victory buffeted by the jubilant cheers of supporters who hope her triumph will mark a major turning point in a nation still emerging from a ruthless era of military rule. If confirmed, the election win will also mark an astonishing reversal of fortune for a woman who became one of the world’s most prominent prisoners of conscience. When she was finally released in late 2010, just after a vote her party boycotted that was deemed

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Aung San Suu Kyi’s supporters cheer at the National League for Democracy headquarters in Yangon, Myanmar, Sunday.

neither free nor fair, few could have imagined she would make the leap from democracy advocate to elected official in less than 17 months, opening the way for a potential presidential run in 2015. But Myanmar has changed dramatically over that time. The junta finally ceded power last year, and although many of its leaders merely swapped their military uniforms for civilian suits, they went on to stun even their staunchest crit-

ics by releasing political prisoners, signing cease-fires with rebels, relaxing press censorship and opening a direct dialogue with Suu Kyi — who they tried to silence for decades. U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton congratulated Myanmar for holding the poll. Speaking at a news conference in Istanbul, Turkey, she said Washington was committed to supporting the nation’s reform effort.

ISTANBUL — A coalition of more than 70 partners, including the United States, pledged Sunday to send millions of dollars and communications equipment to Syria’s opposition groups, signaling deeper involvement in the conflict amid a growing belief that diplomacy and sanctions alone cannot end the Damascus regime’s repression. The shift by the U.S. and its Western and Arab allies toward seeking to sway the military balance in Syria carries regional risks because the crisis there increasingly resembles a proxy conflict that could exacerbate sectarian tensions. The Syrian rebels are overmatched by heavily armed regime forces. The summit meeting of the “Friends of the Syrian

People” follows a year of failed diplomacy that seems close to running its course with Clinton a troubled peace plan led by U.N.-Arab League envoy Kofi Annan. Indeed, U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton and other participants at the conference in Istanbul uniformly expressed concern that Annan’s plan might backfire, speculating that Syrian President Bashar Assad would try to manipulate it to prolong his hold on power. Clinton said she was waiting for Annan’s report to the U.N. Security Council today on the status of his peace plan. Clinton said the United States is providing communications equipment to help anti-government activists in Syria organize, remain in contact with the outside world and evade regime attacks.

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PSU board aims Scruggs’ banjo excellence remembered to ease tensions Some 2,300 mourners attended musician’s public funeral in Nashville, Tenn. By JOE EDWARDS

Trustees remain a target of criticism from vocal alumni watchdog groups.

Associated Press 31. Freeh’s report is also expected to be ready later this year. NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Earl Peetz also points to the formaScruggs was remembered Suntion of a new trustees committee day as an influential, helpful and focused on outreach as a way to humble banjo player who put his increase communication. own trademark on bluegrass By GENARO C. ARMAS Skeptics remain. music. Associated Press One watchdog group, Penn Some 2,300 mourners attended Scruggs’ public funeral at the STATE COLLEGE — Keith Staters for Reforming the Board Ryman Auditorium, where he Masser was busy enough run- of Trustees, has said its mission played his songs for years on the ning his 4,600-acre potato farm is to amend the school’s charter to change the strucGrand Ole Opry country music before his schedule ture and functioning show and recorded his final algot even tighter the of the board. bum. The Academy of Country past couple months. “A lot of what Trustee candidate Music planned a tribute Sunday In January, he be- we’re working Joanne C. DiRinalnight at its annual awards show came the vice chairin Las Vegas. man of Penn State’s on ... is to keep do, an educator and researcher, said this The pioneering banjo player Board of Trustees. us focused on week the board has and his pickin’ partner Lester He likened the time the future.’’ shown “from my Flatt, a guitarist, teamed for 20 he’s put into the leadKaren Peetz eyes, incremental bayears to become the most faership position to Board chairwoman by steps. I would like mous duo in bluegrass history. that of a second fullto see more drastic Scruggs, a four-time Grammy time job. attempts with transwinner, died Wednesday at age Masser and other 88. board leaders are working to fos- parency.” She suggested potential Flatt and Scruggs were best ter openness and ease tensions known for their song “The Balon a campus on the mend from changes in bylaws that govern lad of Jed Clampett” from “The the scandalous aftermath of rules of confidentiality of dissent Beverly Hillbillies” TV series. child sex abuse charges against on the board, and to open up For many viewers, the hummaretired assistant football coach trustees meeting to public parble theme song was their first inJerry Sandusky, who was arrest- ticipation. Unlike other vocal critics on troduction to country music. ed last fall. 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Set of prominent Republicans rally behind ex-Massachusetts governor as odds-on nominee

Obama sharpens attack against Romney By STEVE PEOPLES and BETH FOUHY Associated Press

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GOP presidential candidate Mitt Romney speaks during a pancake breakfast in Milwaukee, Wis., on April Fool’s Day.

Romney victim of staff prank

April Fool’s joke has candidate entering campaign breakfast with no supporters. By STEVE PEOPLES Associated Press

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MILWAUKEE — Republican presidential contender Mitt Romney may have forgotten that Sunday was April Fools’ Day. His staff did not. “This is a morning I’m not going to forget anytime soon,” Romney told supporters a little later in the day. “They turned me into the April fool this morning.” Campaign workers took Romney to a room he thought was packed with supporters gathered for a pancake brunch. It was supposed to be his first campaign stop Sunday as he courted Wisconsin voters ahead of Tuesday’s primary. Romney said Rep. Paul Ryan 9out into the ballroom first and introduced Romney as he waited backstage with his newest supporter, Sen. Ron Johnson, R-Wis. There were the standard backstage cues for where to stand, along with Secret Service protection. As Romney stood behind a black curtain, Ryan offered his usual enthusiastic endorsement, singing Romney’s praises as applause filtered backstage. His staff warned him not to expect a big crowd. That was an understatement. Finally, it was time for Romney and Johnson to step into the room. “The two of us go out there, and it’s completely empty. There’s nobody there,” a smiling Romney said when his staff later brought him to the right room, where supporters had gathered, upstairs. “Not only do they do that, but they caught it on camera,” Romney said. “This is known as forgive, but remember.” Staffers plan to post a video of the prank on their blog.

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MILWAUKEE — President Barack Obama’s administration launched a multi-pronged assault on Mitt Romney’s values and foreign policy credentials Sunday, while a fresh set of prominent Republicans rallied behind the GOP front-runner as the odds-on nominee, further signs the general election is overtaking the primary season. A defiant Rick Santorum outlined plans to leave Wisconsin the day before the state’s contest Tuesday, an indication that the conservative favorite may be in retreat, his chances to stop Romney rapidly dwindling. “I think the chances are overwhelming that (Romney) will be our nominee,” Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell said Sunday on CNN’s “State of the Union.” “It seems to me we’re in the final phases of wrapping up this nomination. And most of the members of the Senate Republican conference are either supporting him, or they have the view that I do, that it’s time to turn our attention to the fall campaign and begin to make the case against the president of the United States.” Both Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and Vice President Joe Biden went after Romney Sunday, underscoring the belief inside Obama’s Chicago re-election headquarters that Romney will — sooner than later — secure the right to face Obama this fall. Their involvement comes as both sides sharpen their general election strategy, perhaps weeks before the GOP contest formally comes to an end. The line of attack is likely to

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play prominently in the Obama campaign’s general election narrative. While Obama is a millionaire, Romney would be among the nation’s wealthiest presidents ever elected. And he’s opened himself to criticism through a series of missteps. Obama’s team on Sunday also seized on Romney’s foreign policy inexperience. Biden said Obama was “stating the obvious” when he told Russian President Dmitry Medvedev that he would have more latitude on missile defense after the November general election. The two presidents did not realize the exchange, during a meeting in Seoul, South Korea, last weekend, was being picked up by a microphone.

Romney called it “alarming” and part of a pattern of “breathtaking weakness” with America’s foes. He asked what else Obama would be flexible on if he were to win a second term. Clinton seized on Romney’s comment that Russia is America’s “No. 1 geopolitical foe,” calling the statement “dated” and suggesting there were more pressing matters of concern in global affairs. “I think it’s somewhat dated to be looking backwards instead of being realistic about where we agree, where we don’t agree,” Clinton told CNN Sunday. But the administration’s comments may have been overshadowed Sunday by Romney’s ballooning Republican support.

Rep. Paul Ryan, R-Wis., spent the weekend at Romney’s side campaigning across Wisconsin, one of three states to host Republican primaries Tuesday. Firstterm Sen. Ron Johnson, R-Wis., followed Ryan’s lead Sunday morning. “I’m coming out urging the voters of Wisconsin: ‘Let’s lead. Let’s show that this is the time to bring this process to an end so we can focus our attention on retiring President Obama,”’ Johnson said on NBC’s “Meet the Press.” He later appeared at a pancake brunch with Romney and offered a message to “every conservative”: “I’ve spoken with Mitt, I totally believe he is committed to saving America.”

The senator joins a growing chorus of prominent Republicans calling for the party to coalesce behind Romney’s candidacy. Romney also scored former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush and his father, President George H.W. Bush, in recent days. Ryan’s endorsement was particularly painful for Santorum, who had been aggressively praising the congressman — a fiscal conservative hero in Wisconsin and across the country — for much of the past week. That praise ended Saturday, when Santorum referred to Ryan as “some other Wisconsinite.” Santorum’s senior staff outlined an increasingly unlikely path to victory that depends upon hypothetical success more than a month away. “May is going to be a good month for us,” Santorum campaign manager Mike Biundo said. “The race goes on.” Biundo confirmed that Santorum is aggressively working the phones to sway delegates in states like Washington, Iowa, Minnesota and Missouri that have already voted. But he’s having mixed success. “We have some (delegates) that have committed. I think most people seem to right now still be kind of waiting it out. There seems to be a lot of that that’s going on,” Biundo said. Santorum was publicly defiant Sunday. “Look, this race isn’t even at halftime yet,” he told “Fox News Sunday.” He said Romney “hasn’t been able to close the deal with conservatives, much less anybody else in this party. And that’s not going to be an effective tool for us to win this election.”

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BLANCHE T. DESCHAK, 86, formerly of Edwardsville, passed away on Saturday at ManorCare, Kingston. She was preceded in death by her husband of 38 years, Edward L. Deschak; daughter, Sharon Hamersley; granddaughter, Sheri Hamersley; sisters, Nellie McAdara, May Snee, Catherine Casey and Peggy Dolla; brothers, James, John and George McAdara. Surviving are daughters, Patricia Golden and her husband Robert, Edwardsville; Barbara Zera and her husband Edward, Exeter; 10 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. from the Andrew Strish Funeral Home, 11 Wilson St., Larksville. Mass of Christian Burial is at 10 a.m. in St. Ignatius of Loyola Church. Interment at a later date is in St. Hedwig’s Cemetery, Pringle. Friends may call today from 6 to 8 p.m. and Tuesday from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. OLIVE RITA MANCUSO, age 89, of Old Forge, passed away Sunday morning at home. She is survived by four children, her daughter, Susan Ann Festa and husband Louis, and her three sons, Joseph Mancuso, Jr., and wife Cathy and Louis Mancuso, all of Old Forge, and Paul Mancuso and wife Linda of Thornhurst; eight grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.A son, Michael Mancuso; and 17 siblings also preceded her in death. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday at 11 a.m. in St. Lawrence O’Toole Church, Prince of Peace Parish, Old Forge. Interment will follow in Old Forge Cemetery. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at the church on Tuesday from 10 to 11 a.m. Arrangements are under the care of the Thomas P. Kearney Funeral Home, Inc., 517 North Main Street, Old Forge. SHARON MAHER EDDY, 57, of Dallas, passed away Sunday at the Hospice Community Care, Geisinger South Wilkes-Barre. Born in Kingston, she was the daughter of the late Richard and Elizabeth Morgus Maher. She was a graduate of Lake-Lehman High School and College Misericordia. Sharon was a Sales Manager with Integrated Power, Hanover Township. She was an avid bowler and bowled in the Saturday night mixed leagues in Dallas. Sharon was also a member of several golf leagues. She is survived by her husband, David, Lehman, and daughters, Nichole Britt, Lehman; Kate Zartarian and her husband Michael, Cambridge, Mass.; Jessica Holt and her husband Gary, Knoxville, Tenn. and grandaughter, Gracie Lynn Holt, Knoxville, Tenn. At the family’s request, there will not be a service. Arrangements are by the Richard H. Disque Funeral Home, Inc., in Dallas. WILLIAM H. DAVIS, 83, a guest at Golden Living Center-Summit, Wilkes-Barre died Friday, March 30, 2012. Born in Scranton, he was the son of the late William T.and Gladys H. Davis. He was an avid sports fan and loved to play cards. Surviving are sister, Gretchen M Bell and husband Bernard, Springville; niece, Jennifer Sobeck; nephew, Chadwick Bell. Committal Service with the Rev. Reginald H. Thomas officiating will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday in Sunnyside Cemetery, Tunkhannock. Arrangements are by Yeosock Funeral Home, 40 S. Main St., Plains. KEVIN J. MUNLEY, 54, of Mountain Top, died in the presence of his loving family at his home on Sunday. Arrangements are pending from McLaughlin’s – The Family Funeral Service. Full obituary information will be published in tomorrow’s edition of this newspaper and later today at www.celebratehislife.com ARNOLD “JOCKO” DIGIACOMO, 64, passed away on Friday, April 30, 2012 in Chester County Hospital, West Chester. He and his wife, Cheryl, resided in Kingston, until December 2011, when they relocated to Downingtown, Pa. Funeral arrangements are pending from the Kopicki Funeral Home, 263 Zerbey Avenue, Kingston. THOMAS E. KREBS, JR., 69, of Sterling Avenue, Wilkes-Barre, died Saturday, March 31, 2012 at home. A complete obituary will be in Tuesday’s newspaper. Funeral arrangements are pending from the Yeosock Funeral Home, 40 S. Main St., Plains. LEONARD ZARAMBO, of Sheatown passed away Sunday morning, April 1, 2012, in Wilkes Barre General Hospital. Arrangements are pending from the Earl W. Lohman Funeral Home Inc., 14 W. Green St.., Nanticoke. KATHLEEN ERTZ, of Nanticoke, passed away Friday, March 30, 2012 at her residence. Arrangements are pending from the Earl W. Lohman Funeral Home Inc., 14 W. Green St., Nanticoke. RANDY LYNN JONES II, 35,of Plymouth passed away suddenly Friday, March 30, 2012. Arrangements are pending from Williams-Hagen Funeral Home, 114 W. Main St. , Plymouth.

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avid E. Wolfe, 44, of Nanticoke, passed away Saturday, March 31, 2012 in Wilkes Barre General Hospital after a courageous year long battle with pancreatic cancer. Born April 14, 1967 in Kingston, he was the son of Barbara and the late George Wolfe Sr. Dave was employed at Benco Dental Supply Company as a teleservice representative. He was also an associate at Walmart. He enjoyed music and was a bass player for the bands Prowler and Sacked. He was a graduate of Luzerne County Community College and a member of their Circle K Club. His passions were his family, his bands, video games, and animals. David was a kind, generous, loving person who was deeply loved and will be missed by family and friends alike. He was preceded in death by his father George Wolfe Sr. and his grandparents. Surviving are his wife, Tracey, Nanticoke; son Patrick Harris and his wife Tracy, Sugar Notch; mother Barbara Wolfe, Nanticoke; brothers George and his wife Karen, Mount Cobb; Robert and his wife Ellen, Clarks Green; sister Christina and her husband Chris, Hagerstown, Md.; two grandchildren, Mary, 4, and Morgan 2; and many nieces and nephews. Also surviving are his lov-

ing cats, Bonkers, Chloe, and Shelby. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 10 a.m. from the Earl W. Lohman Funeral Home, Inc., 14 W. Green St., Nanticoke, with the Rev. Ken Brown officiating. Interment will be in the Nanticoke Cemetery, Nanticoke. Friends may call Tuesday from 5 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorial donations, if desired, may be made to Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, 1500 Rosecrans Avenue, Suite 200, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 (www.pancan.org); Blue Chip Farms Animal Refuge, 974 Lockville Road, Dallas, PA 18612 (www.bcfanimalrefuge.org); or a charity of the donor’s choice.

Wayne E. Hussong March 31, 2012 E. Hussong, 81 of JenW ayne ningsville, Pennsylvania, went

home to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 31, 2012, surrounded by his family and Father Joseph J. Manarchuck. Born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, he was the son of the late Raymond P. and Clara A.Heisel Hussong. He was a member of St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church, Wyalusing. Wayne graduated from Green Bay East High School in 1948. Mr. Hussong was a surveyor and served two terms as county surveyor in Door County, Wisconsin, prior to coming to Pennsylvania in 1967. For 19 years he had been a project manager with Procter and Gamble paper products company, Mehoopany, Pa. He retired in January, 1990. Wayne was also employed as a consultant with KBA Engineering, Consulting Engineers, McTish, Kunkel and Associates, Consulting Engineers, the U.S Census Bureau, and as a Transportation inspector with the Scranton District of Penndot. Mr. Hussong was formerly a member of the American Congress of surveying and mapping, the National Society of Professional Surveyors, The Pennsylvania Society of Land Surveyors where he served two years as Secretary for the Pocono Chapter, the American Legion and the National Rifle Association/ Institute for Legislative Action. He served four years in the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict. Wayne was preceded in death by a sister, Marjorie Hussong, of Madi-

son, Wisconsin. He is survived by his wife, of 56 years, the former Joyce Orsted. Also surviving are two daughters, Ms. Theresa Stark, Factoryville and Ms. Lizabeth Lane, Tunkhannock; son Wayne M. with his wife (Linda Vogrin) Hussong, of Jenningsville, Pa. He also has five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday April 4, at 10:30 a.m. from St. Mary of The Assumption Church, Wyalusing, with Father Joseph J. Manarchuck presiding. Family and friends are requested to go directly to the church. Friends may call on Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the SheldonKukuchka Funeral Home, 73 W. Tioga St., Tunkhannock. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St Anthony Cemetery Association, c/o Pete Hatton, 194 Crow Hill Rd., Wyalusing, PA 18853. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.sheldonkukuchkafuneralhome.com.

Lillian S. Merithew March 31, 2012

illian S. Merithew, 95, formerly of Campground Road, Dallas, passed away peacefully Saturday evening, March 31, 2012, in the Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, following an illness. Born in Hudson, Plains Township, on February 8, 1917, she was the aughter of the late Frank and Angela Tomczak Pietrzak. She attended Plains Township schools and spent most of her youth in the Plains and Hudson area. She went to work at an early age to support the family, working in local dress factories. She did housework for several families in the area. Her last employment was with Artistic Design located in the Wyoming Valley Mall. She met, fell in love with and married Lyle L. Merithew of Dallas. They bought a farm in Jackson Township and later moved to Campground Road, Dallas, where the couple had resided for many years until the death of her husband in 2002. She was residing with her grandson David and his family in Carverton Heights, Wyoming until she became ill and was transported to the Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, where she had received exceptional care until her passing. The family wishes to thank the staff at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, the caregivers of Hospice and the V.N.A., especially Dawn and Cathy. Lillian was truly blessed with agreat life with many relatives and friends. She was the most loving,caring person anyone could know. If you were fortunate enough to have met her, you were instantly her friend and the coffee and cookies were always on the table. Lillian was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 60 years, Lyle L. Merithew Sr. on December 30, 2002; a son Lyle Jr.; daughter Dorothy Gay; granddaughter Dianna Goldi; sister Stella Mroz; brothers, Raymond, Joseph and Daniel

Pietrzak. Lillian is survived by grandsons, David Merithew and his wife Marian, Carverton; Robert Merithew and his wife Nancy, Jackson Township; Richard Merithew, Larksville; Donald Merithew, St.Petersburg, Florida; granddaughter Roberta Bennett and her husband Brad, Stroudsburg; great-grandchildren, Brandi, Jennifer, Skylar,Christopher, Kimberly, Janet, D.J., Gabe; sisters, Francis Shutacawski, Hudson; Ceil Rock, Plains; brothers, Clem Paycheck, Sebring, Florida; Leonard Mroz and his wife Mimi, Wilmington, Delaware; several nieces and nephews. Lillian’s funeral will be conducted on Wednesday at 10:30 a.m.from the Mark V. Yanaitis Funeral Home, 55 Stark Street, Plains, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. in Ss. Peter and Paul Church, Plains. Interment will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery, Lake Township.Friends may call Tuesday 4 to 7 p.m. Condolences or words of comfort to the family may be sent to www.yanaitisfuneralhome.com.

rances M. Fino, of Cummiskey Street, Wilkes-Barre, died Sunday in Hospice Community Care Unit Geisinger South Wilkes-Barre. She was born April 4,1941 in Wilkes-Barre, daughter of the late Francis and Edith Johnson Eyerman. She attended G.A.R. High School. She was formerly employed by the former Mid-East Aluminum, Mountain Top, for over 25 years, prior to retirement.She was a former member of Holy Rosary Church and their Altar and Rosary Society and now a member of St. Andrew’s Parrish, Wilkes-Barre. She is survived by son Joseph R. Fino Jr., Slocum Township; daughters, Donnamarie Fino, WilkesBarre; Lisa Fino, Wilkes-Barre; Gail and her husband Mark Gallagher, Wilkes-Barre; grandchildren, Jennifer LA. Fino, Sgt Joseph A. Fino USAF, Danielle M. Benjamin, Renee Romanoskey, Michael Romanoskey, Dara Romanoskey, Holly Bedosky, Kellyann Domanski, Madisen Nichol and McKenzie Nichol; nine great-grandchildren; brother George Eyermen, Luzerne; sisters, Mrs. Mildred Klepacki, WilkesBarre; Mrs. Gertrude Smith, Or-

ange; Mrs. Catherine Paul, WilkesBarre; Mrs. Theresa Castro Phil and several nieces and nephews . She was preceded in death by husband Joseph R. Fino Sr. and brother Eugene Eyermen; sister Irene Schiel. Funeral will be held Wednesday at 9 a.m. from Mamary-Durkin Funeral Services,59 Parrish St., Wilkes-Barre, with Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in St. Andrew’s Church, Wilkes-Barre. Interment will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Hanover Township. Friends may call Tuesday from 4 to 7 p.m.

Bronwen (Bonnie) Miglionico March 31, 2012 ronwen (Williams) Miglionico, 77, of Hughestown passed away B at home on Saturday, March 31,

2012 surrounded by her loving family. Born in Edwardsville, Bonnie was the daughter of the late Owen and Edith (Roberts) Williams, both originally from Wales. Bonnie attended Edwardsville High School and was a graduate of the WilkesBarre General Hospital School of Nursing. She was a retired nursing supervisor from ClarksSummitStateHospital and previously held positions at Lake Noxen Clinic and RetreatStateHospital. Bonnie was preceded in death by her loving husband of 32 years, Martin A. Miglionico; her brother Richard Williams; sister Edith Hapeman; brother David Williams; sister Winifred Giovino; brother Owen Williams, and sister Kay Williams. She is survived by her daughter, Kim Dunnigan; grandson Matthew Dunnigan and his wife Lori; son Jay Kaminski; grandchildren, Donna, Jolene and Jay Kaminski; stepson Corey Migionico and wife Karen;grandson Corey Miglionico; brother Jack Williams; brother Ivor Williams; sister-in-law and dear friend Mary Ann Williams and many beloved cousins, nieces and nephews.

Bonnie was a devoted and loving grandmother, mother and friend, who enjoyed spending time with her family, crafting, traveling, antiquing, playing cards, and having a wonderful time at the casino. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, April 4, 2012 at 10 a.m. in the Peter J. Adonizio Funeral Home, 251 William Street, Pittston. Reverend Ronald Cease will officiate. Interment will be in Pittston Cemetery. Friends may call Tuesday, April 3, 2012 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Online condolences may be made at www.peterjadoniziofuneralhome.com.

Sophie Dreabit March 31, 2012 ophie Dreabit, 91, of Plains, entered into Eternal Light on SatS urday March 31, 2012, in the

Kindred Hospital, Wilkes-Barre. She and her late husband George Dreabit celebrated their 59th wedding anniversary on July 28, 2004. She was born October 8, 1920, in Plains. Sophie was the daughter of the late Paul and Cunegunda Nidzielska Gosiewski. She attended Ss. Peter and Paul Parochial School, Plains and the Plains Public School System. She was a faithful member of Ss.Peter and Paul Catholic Church, Hudson Road, Plains. She did volunteer work at Ss. Peter and Paul’s school cafeteria. Sophie was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. In addition to her parents, and husband, she was preceded in death by her brothers,: Frank and Stanley Gosiewski; her sisters, Lottie Westawski, Mary Stavish, and infant sister Josephine. Surviving are her sons, George and his wife, Ronnie, Wyoming; Robert and his wife Rose, Plains, and Paul and his wife JoAnne, Pittston; her grandchildren, Jason, Christy, Bob, Megan, Jennifer, and P.J.; her great-grandchildren, Jake,

Riley, and Laura; her sisters, Florence Kelly, Plains, and Genevieve Sabatini, Chicago, Ill.; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 9 a.m. from the Simon S. Russin Funeral Home 136 Maffett St. Plains with a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, Hudson Road, Plains, with the Rev. Joseph Greskiewicz, pastor, officiating. Interment will follow in the parish cemetery, Plains. Family and friends may call Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m.

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nity Care Inpatient Unit, Wilkes Barre. Born November 3, 1934 in Easton, he was a son of the late Russell and Grace Kline Smith. He and his wife, the former Lois A. Atkinson, celebrated their 42nd wedding anniversary on October18, 2011. Richard retired from Frick Transfer, where he was a truck driver for over 20 years. After retirement, he delivered newspapers part-time for the Times Leader in Wilkes Barre and Paint World in Forty Fort. Years ago, he worked at Rudolph Pocketbook Factory. He graduated from Easton High School. Richard was a member of Safety First Volunteer Fire Company and St. Francis Polish Club, both of West Easton. In addition to his wife Lois, he is survived by a step-daughter, Trina E. Kadjeski and her husband Rob-

ert, of Forty Fort; and two grandsons, Jonathan and Zachary Kadjeski. He was predeceased by four brothers, Henry, Elwood “Tiny,” Jim and Bill Smith. Services are Wednesday at 1 p.m. in the Strunk Funeral Home, Inc., 602 W. Berwick St., Easton. Calling hours are Wednesday from noon to 1 p.m. in the funeral home. Burial will be in Hay’s Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Hospice Community Care, 601 Wyoming Ave., Kingston, PA 18704.

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DOTTER – Mildred, funeral services 11 a.m. today in the Kniffen O’Malley Funeral Home, Inc., 465 S. Main St., Wilkes-Barre. ELIAS – Charlotte, funeral services 10 a.m. Tuesday in the Gubbiotti Funeral Home, 1030 Wyoming Ave., Exeter. Friends may call 5 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home. FISHER – Marie, funeral 9:30 a.m. today in the McGoff-Hughes Funeral Home Inc., 1401 Capouse Ave., Scranton, Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. St. Paul’s Church, Scranton. Friends may call 4 to 8 p.m. today. GILLIS – Louise, memorial Mass 10 a.m. today in St. Faustina Parish (Main Site), Nanticoke. There will be no calling hours. GLOGOWSKI – Catherine, funeral services 9 a.m. today in the Bednarski Funeral Home, 168 Wyoming Avenue, Wyoming. Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in the Church of the Holy Redeemer of Corpus Christi Parish, Harding. HUNGARTER – Oscar, celebration of life 11:30 a.m. today in Firwood United Methodist Church, 399 Old River Road,Wilkes-Barre. MILLER – Ryan, funeral services 10:30 a.m. today in the Graziano Funeral Home, Inc., Pittston Township.Mass of Christian Burial in Sacred Heart of Jesus R. C. Church, Dupont. MISKO – Rose, funeral services 9 a.m. Tuesday in the George A. Strish Inc. Funeral Home, 105 N. Main St., Ashley. Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in St. Leo’s/ Holy Rosary Church, Ashley. Friends may call 6 to 8 p.m. today. MITCHNECK –Francis, Shiva, 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. today through Thursday at the home of his son and daughter-in-law, 541 Hamilton Ave., Kingston. NORCROSS – Shirley, funeral service 11 a.m. today in the First Presbyterian Church, 97 S.h Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre. PENDOLPHI – Raymond, funeral services 9 a.m. today in the Gubbiotti Funeral Home, 1030 Wyoming Ave., Exeter. Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. at St. Maria Goretti Church, Laflin. RINEHIMER – Sarah, funeral services 11 a.m. today in the Harold C. Snowdon Home for Funerals, Inc., 420 Wyoming Ave., Kingston. Friends may call 10 a.m. until time of service. SAPOL – Mary, funeral services 11a.m. Tuesday in the Transfiguration of Our Lord Ukrainian Catholic Church, 240 Center St., Nanticoke. Friends may call 4 to 7 p.m. today at the Earl W. Lohman Funeral Home Inc. 14 W. Green St., Nanticoke. Those attending the funeral will meet at the funeral home by 9:30 a.m. SHURNICKI – Roberta, funeral services 9:30 a.m. today in the Andrew Strish Funeral Home, 11 Wilson St., Larksville. Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. in St. John the Baptist Church, Larksville. Friends may call 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. YENCHA – Robert, funeral services 9:15 a.m. today in the Stanley S. Stegura Funeral Home Inc. 614 S. Hanover St., Nanticoke. Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. in Exaltation of the Holy Cross Church, Buttonwood. ZEMETRO – Frank, funeral services 8:45 a.m. today in the Nat & Gawlas Funeral Home, 89 Park Ave., Wilkes-Barre. Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in Holy Family Church.

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‘Nuclear black market’ a growing terrorism fear

HE THREAT OF nuclear war has not disappeared, of course. But ever since the terror attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, the growing concern in the international community has been about terrorist groups using nuclear weapons. Two years ago, the first Nuclear Security Summit was held at President Obama’s behest to discuss the prevention of nuclear terrorism. The second summit is in Seoul to come up with effective measures. The biggest danger would be if a terrorist organization manages to obtain a nuclear weapon, either by theft or trafficking, with plans to explode it. But other forms of terrorism must also be prevented, such as spreading radiation by attacking nuclear reactors, as well as targeting vehicles or ships and inciting widespread fear by using “dirty bombs” containing radioactive materials. First of all, there must be stronger monitoring and crackdowns on the “nuclear black market” to prevent terrorist organizations from ob-

taining nuclear materials and technologies. The world has become an alarmingly dangerous place with the trafficking of nuclear material and technologies to produce highly enriched, weapons-grade uranium. From uncovering the secret international trafficking networks to investigating the illicit organizations, much more cooperation is needed among international society. In the accident at the Fukushima No. 1 nuclear power plant, the situation was exacerbated by the total power blackout caused by the tsunami and other factors. There is the danger of a similar situation arising if a terrorist group sabotages a power plant and disrupts the entire power supply. The great lesson to be learned from the Fukushima disaster should be that measures are needed for all contingencies, including accidents and terrorist attacks. The unexpected must not be labeled “soteigai” (unforeseen) and dismissed as such. The Asahi Shimbun, Tokyo

QUOTE OF THE DAY “The bottom line is nobody wants to take responsibility for liability and maintenance.” Tom Leighton The Wilkes-Barre mayor says the city cannot afford to take the lead on plans to build a skate park on a vacant Water Street lot near the Luzerne County Courthouse.

Canada’s assisted suicide

ANADA’S Criminal Code now makes it an offense punishable by a jail sentence of up to 14 years to counsel or assist someone to commit suicide, or to agree to be put to death. With those of the boomer generation inexorably entering their dotage years, and their minds inevitably becoming increasingly fixated on their imminent death, assisted suicide is a matter that pleads for attention now. An all-party committee of the National Assembly has

done the entire country a much-needed service by conducting an in-depth study of medically assisted dying. The committee proposed that the Quebec government refrain from prosecuting doctors who assist patients in dying so long as the proposed procedures are respected. The Conservative federal government is reluctant to move on this issue, but this is an issue whose time for discussion and resolution is at hand. The Gazette, Montreal

Search for honest man undercuts culture of corruption HERE’S AN antidote for this, Our Age of Endless Corruption: The Luzerne County “Diogenes Project.” Let’s look for the honest people we all – well, most of us – still believe exist. It’s almost a cliche of the area: “strong work ethic,” “loyal,” “devoted,” “committed.” Well, maybe not that last one. With so many public officials “committed” to prison, the word has developed a cutting connotation. We know they’re out there: the honest person who won’t keep the extra money when a clerk miscounts change, who will always try to locate the owner of a lost wallet, who attends church not out of guilt or pride, but because the rite provides a profound and restorative peace in an uncertain world. Or the person who doesn’t attend church at all, but sure acts that way. The person who has sacrificed self to family and friends daily, and if asked why, would shrug with honest bewilderment at the very idea of posing the question. Oh, yes, they exist. They may be growing a little sparser and harder to find, but they unequivocally exist. I only need look at my mother to know that. (Hi mom!)

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coming into shape. There could be two reasons: First, the larger international community may have wanted to exercise the diplomatic and UN option before jumping into deeper waters and starting off a proxy war. Second, and more important is the disunity among the opposition factions under the umbrella entity, Syrian National Council. It is time Assad sees the writing on the wall and thinks in term of the national unity and the state’s peace and stability. Khaleej Times, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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ust about five or six years ago Pennsylvania held its own. Then, the casino came; we now have 11 gaming houses. Pennsylvania collected millions of dollars in taxes on slot play last month and yet the state has no money for our parks or to cut people’s taxes. I thought that’s what the money was supposed to be used for, to help the people of Pennsylvania. They just won’t tell us where it’s going. Why? Can you tell us Mr. Yudichak? Dennis Robaczewski Nanticoke

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RMING THE Syrian opposition groups is an option that could still be considered with the crisis entering a decisive phase. The international community, however, is waiting to see if President Bashar Al Assad will heed the recent unanimous United Nations call to stop all use of force and start negotiations. All this while, there was a parallel narrative underway for lending support to the Syrian activists and rebels against the regime. So far this option has been flung back and forth without any effective plan

people I’m talking about would want us to do before casting serious judgment upon another. Diogenes, by the way, was the Greek COMMENTARY philosopher best known for walking around with a lantern looking for “an honest man.” By at least one account, Plato They are not flawless; no human is. dubbed Diogenes “a Socrates gone mad.” They are merely less flawed, and less He was a “cynic” when the word meant flawed in very important ways. They may occasionally succumb to some a school of philosophy, not a snickering, constantly critical person. charlatan who sells a convincing canard, Diogenes is famous for undercutting but it will never prompt an act of inequity conventions. Now that corruption has -- their moral compasses are true and, become “conventional” in Luzerne County, more importantly, self-correcting. Blinded zealots need not apply. It is easy that seems a meaningful goal. So point me to the person you believe to live the moral life when the morals are has proven repeatedly to be truly honest untested. One example: Anti-gays who and ethical. never had a loved one “come out” probIf they (and you) convince me (and my ably need not apply, though the important editors), I’ll write about them. Though be thing here is to avoid preconceptions and sure that, if said person turns out to be a get to really know the person. fake, I’ll write about that, too. Those running for or holding public Honest people are the best antidote to office probably shouldn’t bother, either, not laments of a “culture of corruption.” simply because others will suspect selfIf you know them, and if they want to aggrandizement, but because the very act talk, tell me. would negate the nomination. They are the anti-venom to corruption’s And remember newspapers have repoison, the affirmative answer to the quessources for checking facts, and I will use tion, “Can this county be redeemed?” them. Journalists certainly make mistakes (it’s that human thing, again), but we scrutinize by profession and training. Mark Guydish can be reached at 829-7161 or email Which is, incidentally, something the mguydish@timesleadeder.com

hen Pope Paul VI reaffirmed the teaching of the Catholic Church on artificial birth control in 1968, he believed it would lead to deeper, richer, loving relationships for married couples. But he warned that if this teaching were ignored, four major problems could result: Widespread use of contraception, leading to unfaithfulness in spouses, and the general lowering of morality. Men would lose respect for women and

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consider them as instruments of selfish enjoyment. Women would suffer . Public officials, unconcerned about the religious beliefs of people in developing countries, would make use of contraceptives a prerequisite for granting aid. People would be misled into believing that they had unlimited dominion over their own bodies resulting in embryonic experimentation, in vitro fertilization, cloning and genetic manipulation. As a result, the real purpose of sexuality, fertility and even marriage would be lost. Today we can see some of the moral and social consequences prophesied by Pope Paul VI: (a) A worldwide increase in abortions; (b) Birth rates falling; (c) More medical professionals becoming executioners; (d) Years of silence and even dissent by many cardinals, bishops, priests and theologians have added to the anxiety,

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confusion and doubt in the minds of the faithful;(e) The loss of faith of many due to that silence and dissent; (f) More couples cohabitating;(g) Adoption agencies closing; (h) Increase in venereal diseases; (i) Increased acceptance of euthanasia. In other words, contraception can be referred to as demographic suicide, destroying youth, the family and nations. Frank Germain Dunmore

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e were all packed and ready to back out of our garage for a trip to Florida when we discovered a flat tire. We called our serviceman Woody LaBar of Dallas and he came to our house in Chase, removed the wheel, and took it to Dallas for repair. He returned and put the wheel back on. All of this was done within an hour and half from our first call, and at a very reasonable price. Needless to say, the day started out on a sour note but Woody sure provided a very happy ending. Our trip went well and we send our sincere thanks to Woody LaBar for an outstanding job. Joe and Hedy McGraw Shavertown

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cans will likely make decisions in the April 24 primary based on other things, such as background or name familiarity. “You have a supermajority of undecided voters and it’s going to come down to, ‘Can you get your message out and put together a ground organization that can turn out voters and educate those voters?”’ said Peter Towey, Welch’s campaign manager. One problem is that only one candidate has run for a statewide office — Rohrer in the 2010 gubernatorial primary, unsuccessfully — and the other is that the GOP presidential primary and higher-profile Senate races in other states are absorbing attention and donor money. Public Policy Polling of Raleigh, N.C., found this month that

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nearly half of the Republicans surveyed were undecided, while preference for the candidates was divided among the rest of those polled. A poll from Franklin & Marshall College in Lancaster released Wednesday showed that four in five voters are undecided in the race. On Wednesday, Welch began running his first TV ad statewide. Smith has aired TV ads since December, and has one running statewide, except for in the Philadelphia market. The rest have not advertised on TV. Casey, a Democrat, is seeking a second six-year term after unseating Rick Santorum in 2006. Each of his would-be challen-

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One of the fundraisers will be held Tuesday night at Misericordia University. The university’s Occupational Therapy honor society, Phi Theta Epsilon, is holding a bake sale and raffle. Bomboy will attend the eventrunningfrom7p.m.to9p.m. in rooms 217 and 218 in the Insalaco Building on campus. Virginia O’Reilly, secretary of the honor’s club, said the students got involved through Tom Swartwood, an alumnus and adjunct faculty member who is Bomboy’s therapist. Swartwood asked what the students could do, she said, adding, “We decided to get this event started.” O’Reilly has met Bomboy a number of times and said, “He’s just such an amazing person.” Less than $1,000 has been raised to date and the treatment can’t be administered until the money is collected. All the funds raised will go specifically for the treatment lasting between six to eight weeks. A hoagie sale held by a cousin in Lebanon made $400, said Bomboy. Several motorcycle runs are being planned and Bomboy’s going on one of them. “They’re going to be put me in a sidecar and take me with them,” he said.

now is the perfect time to open a new business in the city. “For many years I thought about opening something like this. And when the health sciences building came across the street, and also the culinary school, I decided to put things in gear so the students have a place to come for lunch,” Coffee said. Main Street got its first major facelift in decades when Luzerne County Community College built and opened a culinary arts institute across the street and a block west of Coffee’s building in the fall of 2010. State Sen. John Yudichak, DPlymouth Township, attended Coffee’s grand opening on March 14. He said in a press release that the partnership between between the city, state and LCCC has led to nearly $20 million in downtown investment with the $12 million health sciences center and $7.5 million culinary institute. “This is an exciting time for Nanticoke. … These projects are also fostering an entrepreneurial spirit for business people like Ms. Coffee to invest in the downtown,” Yudichak, a Nanticoke native, said in a prepared statement. Coffee agreed that the timing couldn’t be better for opening her shop. “We get a lot of dental students, nursing students, some of the faculty come in. And I decided to have our uniforms as chef coats. We were inspired by the culinary school, so I thought it would be a nice touch,” Coffee said.

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real world perspective on each various career path, Koons said. Students could find out about the amount of education they would be required to attain before embarking on a new career and also learn about the demands of the career and what potential growth can be expected, he added. “They could tell them what a typical work day was like,” he said. Ellie Toczko and her daughter Haley from Tunkhannock, attended because Haley, an eighth grader, is admittedly “undecided” about what career she wants to pursue. They talked to representatives from the medical field, finance and engineering. “Now is the time to get serious,” Ellie Toczko said. “Haley has to start choosing.” “We are learning what is required for each career,” she said. “We got insight on everything including financial aid.” Kathryn Davis, producer from WVIA who partnered with the LIU in putting the day together, said it provided valuable education. “It gets parents involved with the children to help them get on the right path,” Davis said. Koons expects the planning day to become an annual event based on the interest level shown. Families want to be able to help their children find the right careers, and there are many local opportunities, he said.

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board of supervisors in Armstrong County. Christian ran twice in the 1980s, unsuccessfully, for U.S. House in Welch Bucks County. Three of the candidates are being attacked by rival campaigns. Rohrer, who represented Berks County in the House for 18 years, voted in 2001 to increase his and other legislators’ pensions and again in 2005 to increase his and other legislators’ pay. Welch, of Chester County, switched his registration to the Democratic Party in 2005 and voted in the 2008 Democratic presidential primary — for Barack Obama, he said. He says he switched parties after becoming disenchanted with Washington, D.C., and insists he voted for Republican John McCain in the 2008 general election. The state Republican Party en-

dorsement vote in February has brought Welch the opportunity to appear at news conferences with some of the party’s leading lights, including National GOP chairman Reince Priebus, but it’s also drawn attacks during candidate forums after Corbett went to extraordinary lengths to ensure a Welch victory. Then there’s Tom Smith of Armstrong County, who is largely retired from a coal-mining enterprise he founded. For practically his entire voting life, he was registered as a Democrat, and even voted in the 2010 Democratic primary — although he claims not to remember who he voted for. Smith’s campaign responded that he has otherwise acted like a conservative and supported conservatives. The money advantage is Smith’s, who has plowed millions of his personal wealth into his campaign already, and Welch’s, who also is tapping his own considerable bank account and has

the fundraising machinery of the state party to help. Thus far, no major outside group is putting money into the race in an effort to tip the scales. In terms of organization, Welch’s efforts should benefit from the volunteers who traditionally aid the campaigns of party-endorsed candidates. Rohrer is relying on a network of social conservatives and tea party-style activists still in place from his 2010 campaign for governor. It remains to be seen whether the GOP presidential race lasts long enough to drive up voter turnout in the sleepy U.S. Senate primary. One Rohrer supporter, Alfred Kiser of the Northwest Pennsylvania Tea Party and a member of the Erie County GOP committee, said one group of people can be counted on either way. “The tea party-type people are the ones that are going to go vote,” Kiser said. “I guarantee you.”

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Bartuska’s Furniture on East Main Street in Nanticoke has also applied for a façade grant to achieve a fresh look as a downtown revitalization continues.

Two of Coffee’s five part-time employees are LCCC students; one of them, a pastry arts major, makes some of the delectable desserts filling a display case. Students, faculty and police officers love the $5 daily lunch specials, Coffee said, and the smoothies and frozen hot chocolate are big hits too. But Coffee caters to ethnic tastes as well. “The panini sandwiches are very popular, and in honor of the many people of Polish descent who live here, we have kielbasa paninis,” Coffee said. But trendy offerings are the heart of the menu. “We have … a different flavored water every day. Today it was orange, yesterday we had pineapple water. That is definitely a signature of Miami. They do that at a lot of hotel lobbies in Miami. That’s where I got the idea,” Coffee said. Tiger Sauce – a spicy mayonnaise with secret ingredients – is the signature condiment upon request, and jalapenos and jalapeno cheese are also available – good toppers for the shop’s “fat

dogs” that are twice as fat as regular hot dogs. Coffee’s employees are all trained baristas, able to properly steam and foam milk for the cappuccinos and lattes, that is, after a couple weeks of training that included milk spray on the ceiling, she said with a laugh. Several two-seater tables with comfortable chairs, a lunch counter with high-back stools and an overstuffed loveseat add to the ambiance, along with free wireless internet and an online jukebox. “I tried to make it trendy for the students. I tried to make it with a Miami flair,” Coffee said. Adding a little decor But Coffee isn’t limiting the breath of fresh air to the shop’s interior. She was the first Main Street business owner to apply for – and secure – façade grant. “We’re changing all the windows, we’re doing a whole remodeling of the front of the building, we’re putting up a lighted canopy with our name on and we’re adding outdoor seating,” Coffee said.

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Antonio’s Pizza on East Main Street in Nanticoke has applied for a façade grant where the city and state kick in up to $5,000 each to match the business owner’s investment in a new façade.

and feedback so positive that she’s already considering expanding the shop into a space next door that she uses for storage. “I’ve been getting people who say, ‘This is great, this is just what the downtown needs, I hope it continues up the street,’” Coffee said. Nanticoke Mayor Joseph Dougherty said he sees Coffee’s shop and the eventual façade improvements of other businesses as steps toward revitalization, and he hopes townspeople will support the businesses. “No matter the size, any step toward revitalization is a positive. Private investment is very important to downtown revitalization. I’d like to see things move quicker, but projects like this take time. We need to have patience,”Dougherty said. Coffee is counting on Dougherty’s support as well. “He said he loved the place. He said it was awesome. I told him when people come in and ask why I would open a place like this in Nanticoke, I say, ‘Why not Making more moves Nanticoke?’” Coffee said. “He Coffee said business is so good loved that.”

City administrator Holly Circo believes the façade grant program is another good motivator for new and existing business owners like Coffee to invest in the city. The city and state match will kick in up to $5,000 each to match the business owner’s investment in a new façade. “We’re excited she made this investment in our city. We’re hoping the community college’s expansion and Kim’s opening the coffee shop will help other speculators see downtown Nanticoke is a place that’s growing in the future.” Circo said Bartuska’s Furniture, Antonio’s Pizza and Nardozzo’s Pizza & Pierogies also have applied for façade grants and the city is in discussion with two other businesses. Council President Steve Duda says the program is a win-win. “We invite any business to come and invest in our city. It’s a joint venture. If they’re successful, the city is successful; that’s our philosophy,” he said.

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camping areas located within a mile of the damaged spot: Goods Camp Grounds is located one-half mile away and Red Rock Camp Grounds is located a mile away. Keller also pointed out that Route 118 is a major route from Wilkes-Barre to Williamsport. The school buses from the Northwest Area School District also travel the route. Also, the busy traffic area is the route traveled by the gas drilling water trucks that run out of Williamsport going toward the northern destinations. Several tractortrailers, tri-axle trucks, Pikes Quarry and American Asphalt also utilize the route. “There are enough fatalities

come back and finish cleaning up.” At Kirby Park, another group of volunteers removed bottles, cigarette butts and other trash from park grounds. They also lent a hand in cleaning up the area surrounding the Kirby Park Pond by removing branches and downed limbs from the water. Missy Howells, a student development coordinator at Wilkes, was impressed by the focus the students had during the event. “The response from students was amazing,” Howells said. “For them to wake up on a cold and rainy Sunday morning and do this just shows how much our school wants to help Luzerne County.”

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Fairmount Township Supervisor and Fire Chief Dave Keller looks over damage done to state Route 118 near Ricketts Glen, caused by the flooding in Sept of 2011.

in this area as it is,” Keller said. He also said that until the re- near the area to warn the ap“Last year there was a double fa- pairs are done, flashing lights or proaching traffic of the dangertality.” a warning sign should be placed ous situation.

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Irish lands 2nd shot at championship Notre Dame back in final after falling short against Texas A&M last season. By ARNIE STAPLETON AP Sports Writer

DENVER — Notre Dame is back in the national championship thanks to Skylar Diggins’ steady leadership and Brittany Mallory’s clutch shooting. Diggins scored 19 points, Mallory hit two big 3-pointers in overtime and the Irish beat Connecticut 83-75 on Sunday night. Notre Dame (35-3) also beat the Huskies (33-5) in NOTRE DAME the semifinals last year, ending Maya Moore’s brilliant career and the Huskies’ bid UCONN for a third straight national championship. But Notre Dame stumbled 48 hours later, losing to Texas A&M in the title game in Indianapolis. Unfinished business has been their mantra all season, and now they get a chance to take care of business Tuesday

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NEW ORLEANS — Jayhawks or Wildcats, take your pick. Either can make a case for this being “their” year. For Kansas, a season that started with low expectations keeps getting better, filled with high-wire comebacks and an inescapable feeling that this was simply meant to be. For Kentucky, a cadre of NBA-caliber players have had the word “champion” practically imprinted on their chests since they gathered at Rupp Arena for the season’s first practice. They meet tonight for the NCAA championship, a history-filled matchup between the two winningest programs

“Doesn’t bother us. They’ve got high expectations, and they had a great year so the expectations should be high. What we think, though, is that we match up with them well. We feel confident going into this game.” Tyshawn Taylor Kansas guard

in college basketball history. This is the one-and-dones at Kentucky vs. juniors and seniors at Kansas; Anthony Davis vs. Thomas Robinson in a front-court battle of All-Americans; a title-game coaching rematch between John Calipari and Bill Self; a high-stakes meeting between one team whose founder in-

are better than Davis, the 6-foot-10 freshman who had 18 points, 14 rebounds and five blocks in Kentucky’s 69-61 win over Louisville in the semifinals. “Anthony Davis is a great player, but he’s not Superman,” Self said, clearly ignoring the fact that, only moments earlier, Davis had been walking around the Superdome with his practice jersey slung across his shoulders like a cape. As he has all year and all tournament, Calipari has not so much defended as explained his coaching philosophy, which is to go after the very best players and not demand they graduate, but only that they play team basketball for what-

vented the game and another that likes to claim its legendary coach perfected it. Kentucky (37-2), in search of its eighth national title but its first since 1998, has five, maybe six, players who will be playing in the NBA soon. Most are freshmen and sophomores. None See NCAA, Page 3B

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NEW ORLEANS — Some folks believe in fate and destiny, others find the notion absurd. Things happening for a reason, as if they’re meant to be? A little too “Twilight Zone” for them. Seems just about everyone from Kansas falls into the first camp. Tyshawn Taylor points to a comeback win over Missouri, when the Jayhawks were down by 19 in the second half. Thomas Robinson remembers gut-check wins over Purdue and N.C. State, and the fact that North Carolina AP PHOTO guard Kendall Marshall was hurt when Kansas ran into the Tar Heels. Coach Bill Self’s Jayhawks have Athletic director Sheahon Zenger been walking a tightrope just about remembers looking at the scoreboard all season long, scoring impressive See KANSAS, Page 3B

comeback victories and eking out close wins.

NEW ORLEANS — There’s more to Terrence Jones than “The Rant.” Most fans assumed the talented forward was off to the NBA after Kentucky coach John Calipari’s withering, 30-second tirade filled with cringe-inducing expletives was caught by cameras in a game last season. Calipari apologized publicly, Jones stayed and the bond between the two is so tight now the sophomore calls his coach a “father figure.” “He’s been tough on me since I first AP PHOTO got here. It’s just because he expects a lot from me. I know he loves me. I Kentucky head coach John Calipari and sophomore Terrence Jones have know how good he thinks I am, how formed a close bond after Calipari much he believes in me,” Jones said.

was caught on TV last season criticizing Jones.

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PITTSBURGH — The Philadelphia Flyers sent a message with their resiliency. The Pittsburgh Penguins sent one with their fists. Message received on both sides. And to think the playoffs don’t start for another 10 days. Jakub Voracek scored twice in the third period to FLYERS break open a tight game and lift the Flyers to a 6-4 victory on Sunday to climb within a point of Pittsburgh for the PENGUINS fourth seed in the Eastern Conference. Whoever wins the fourth spot gets home-ice advantage in the first round of the playoffs. The Flyers are 5-0 at Consol Energy Center since it opened in October, 2010 and after getting pushed around yet again by their ar-

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L O C A L C A L E N D A R MONDAY H.S. BASEBALL Berwick at Tunkhannock, 4:15 p.m. Coughlin at Holy Redeemer, 4:15 p.m. Hazleton Area at Crestwood, 4:15 p.m. Pittston Area at Nanticoke, 4:15 p.m. Wyoming Valley West at Wyoming Area, 4:15 p.m. H.S. GIRLS SOCCER Dallas at Berwick, 4:15 p.m. Delaware Valley at Lake-Lehman, 4:15 p.m. Nanticoke at Hazleton Area, 4:15 p.m. Coughlin at Crestwood, 7 p.m. H.S. SOFTBALL Berwick at Tunkhannock, 4:15 p.m. Coughlin at Holy Redeemer, 4:15 p.m. Hazleton Area at Crestwood, 4:15 p.m. Nanticoke at Pittston Area, 4:15 p.m. Wyoming Valley West at Wyoming Area, 4:15 p.m. H.S. BOYS TENNIS Berwick at Wyoming Valley West, 4 p.m. Holy Redeemer at Hazleton Area, 4 p.m. Meyers at Pittston Area, 4 p.m. Wyoming Seminary at Coughlin, 4 p.m. Tunkhannock at Dallas, 4:15 p.m. Wyoming Area at Crestwood, 4:15 p.m. H.S. BOYS VOLLEYBALL Dallas at Nanticoke Hazleton Area at Lake-Lehman North Pocono at Tunkhannock MEN'S COLLEGE GOLF Misericordia at Lebanon Valley, noon King’s at FDU-Florham, tba King’s vs. Scranton, tba WOMEN'S COLLEGE LACROSSE Alvernia at Misericordia, 4 p.m. TUESDAY H.S. BASEBALL GAR at Wyoming Seminary, 4:15 p.m. Lake-Lehman at Northwest, 4:15 p.m. MMI Prep at Meyers, 4:15 p.m. H.S. GIRLS SOCCER GAR at Meyers, 4:15 p.m. Honesdale at Hanover Area, 4:15 p.m. Pittston Area at North Pocono, 4:15 p.m. Wyoming Area at MMI Prep, 4:15 p.m. H.S. SOFTBALL GAR at Wyoming Seminary, 4:15 p.m. Lake-Lehman at Northwest, 4:15 p.m. MMI Prep at Meyers, 4:15 p.m. H.S. BOYS TENNIS Crestwood at Berwick, 4 p.m. Hazleton Area at Jim Thorpe, 4 p.m. H.S TRACK AND FIELD Dallas at Crestwood, 4:15 p.m. Hazleton Area at Berwick, 4:15 p.m. Tunkhannock at Coughlin, 4:15 p.m. Wyoming Valley West at Pittston Area, 4:15 p.m. H.S. BOYS VOLLEYBALL Hanover Area at Wyoming Valley West H.S. GIRLS LACROSSE Dallas at Delaware Valley, 5:30 p.m. COLLEGE BASEBALL PSU Wilkes-Barre at Marywood, 3 p.m. Wilkes at Lebanon Valley, 3:30 p.m. New Jersey City at King’s, 4 p.m. COLLEGE SOFTBALL Baptist Bible at King’s, 3 p.m. Misericordia at Susquehanna, 3 p.m. COLLEGE TENNIS Misericordia at Immaculata, 4 p.m. WEDNESDAY H.S. BASEBALL Berwick at Wyoming Valley West, 4:15 p.m. Crestwood at Holy Redeemer, 4:15 p.m. Dallas at Wyoming Area, 4:15 p.m. Nanticoke at Hazleton Area, 4:15 p.m. Pittston Area at Coughlin, 4:15 p.m. H.S. GIRLS SOCCER Holy Redeemer at Coughlin, 4:15 p.m. Lake-Lehman at Nanticoke, 4:15 p.m. Wyoming Valley West at Delaware Valley, 4:15 p.m. Crestwood at Berwick, 7 p.m. H.S. SOFTBALL Berwick at Wyoming Valley West, 4:15 p.m. Coughlin at Pittston Area, 4:15 p.m. Crestwood at Holy Redeemer, 4:15 p.m. Dallas at Wyoming Area, 4:15 p.m. Nanticoke at Hazleton Area, 4:15 p.m. H.S. BOYS TENNIS Pittston Area at MMI Prep, 4 p.m. Tunkhannock at Holy Redeemer, 4 p.m. Wyoming Area at Hazleton Area, 4 p.m. Coughlin at Dallas, 4:15 p.m. H.S TRACK AND FIELD Lake-Lehman at Nanticoke, 4:15 p.m. Meyers at Hanover Area, 4:15 p.m. Northwest Area at GAR, 4:15 p.m. Wyoming Area at Holy Redeemer (at Wyoming Area), 4:15 p.m. H.S. BOYS VOLLEYBALL Lake-Lehman at Dallas Nanticoke at Crestwood Tunkhannock at Berwick COLLEGE BASEBALL Wilkes at Misericordia, 3:30 p.m. Baptists Bible at King’s, 4 p.m. COLLEGE SOFTBALL Baptist Bible at Wilkes, 6 p.m. COLLEGE TENNIS Eastern at King’s, 3 p.m Misericordia at Wilkes MEN'S COLLEGE LACROSSE Laroche at Misericordia, 7 p.m. WOMEN'S COLLEGE LACROSSE Misericordia at FDU-Florham, 4 p.m. THURSDAY H.S. GIRLS SOCCER North Pocono at Hazleton Area, 4 p.m. York Suburban at Coughlin H.S. BOYS VOLLEYBALL Delaware Valley at Hanover Area Holy Redeemer at Hazleton Area Wyoming Valley West at Coughlin H.S. BOYS LACROSSE Dallas at Lake-Lehman 5 p.m. COLLEGE BASEBALL Misericordia at Wilkes, Noon DeSales at King’s, 3:30 p.m. COLLEGE SOOFTBALL Wilkes at Misericordia, 1 p.m. DeSales at King’s, 3 p.m. COLLEGE TENNIS King’s at Eastern, 3 p.m. Wilkes at Misericordia, 3:30 p.m. MEN'S COLLEGE GOLF King’s at Elizabethtown, Noon WOMEN'S COLLEGE LACROSSE Arcadia at King’s, 4 p.m. Eastern at Wilkes, 4:30 p.m. FRIDAY COLLEGE BASEBALL PSU Wilkes-Barre at PSU Brandywine (doubleheader), 2 p.m. SATURDAY COLLEGE TRACK AND FIELD Misericordia at Muhlenberg

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MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL 9 p.m. CBS — NCAA, Division I tournament, championship game, Kentucky vs. Kansas, at New Orleans NHL HOCKEY 7 p.m. NBCSN — Washington at Tampa Bay SOCCER 2:55 p.m. ESPN2 — Premier League, Manchester United at Blackburn

T R A N S A C T I O N S

BASEBALL American League BOSTON RED SOX—Optioned C Ryan Lavarnway to Pawtucket (IL). CLEVELAND INDIANS—Reassigned OF Ryan Spilborghs and RHP Jeremy Accardo to their minor league camp. MINNESOTA TWINS—Reassigned RHP Casey Fien, C J.R. Towles, INF Brian Dozier and OF Brian Dinkelman to their minor league camp. NEW YORK YANKEES—Agreed to terms with RHP Jason Bulger on a minor league contract and assigned him to Scranton/Wilkes-Barre (IL). National League ATLANTA BRAVES—Acquired 3B Juan Francisco from Cincinnati for RHP J.J. Hoover. COLORADO ROCKIES—Optioned RHP Edgmer Escalona to their minor league camp. Reassigned C Wil Nieves, INF Brendan Harris and INF Brandon Wood to their minor league camp. HOUSTON ASTROS—Optioned INF Brett Wallace to Oklahoma City (PCL). PITTSBURGH PIRATES—Optioned RHP Brad Lincoln and RHP Daniel McCutchen to Indianapolis (IL). WASHINGTON NATIONALS—Assigned C Carlos Maldonado to their minor league camp. HOCKEY National Hockey League TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING—Reassigned F Trevor

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chrivals, the Penguins appear to have had enough. Just as notable as Philadelphia’s spirited rally from yet another two-goal deficit was the extended brawl with just over a minute to play that left the coaches of both teams screaming at each other across the glass. Philadelphia coach Peter Laviolette called out Pittsburgh counterpart Dan Bylsma for sending out his checking line

Smith to Norfolk (AHL). American Hockey League AHL—Suspended Worcester D Matt Pelech two games for a boarding incident in a March 30 game against Portland. BRIDGEPORT SOUND TIGERS—Signed F Mike Halmo. GRAND RAPIDS GRIFFINS—Announced D Gleason Fournier was reassigned to the team from Toledo (ECHL). Recalled D Bryan Rufenach and F Mike Thomas from Toledo.

A H L At A Glance All Times EDT EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA y-St. John’s ........... 69 40 21 5 3 88 221 192 Manchester ........... 71 36 31 1 3 76 191 195 Portland ................. 70 32 29 4 5 73 201 236 Providence............ 71 32 32 3 4 71 180 202 Worcester.............. 69 28 30 4 7 67 183 200 East Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA y-Norfolk ............... 70 49 18 1 2 101 252 172 x-Penguins .......... 70 41 22 2 5 89 221 203 x-Hershey ............. 70 38 21 4 7 87 233 203 Syracuse............... 70 33 27 5 5 76 224 221 Binghamton .......... 71 28 37 4 2 62 193 227 Northeast Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Bridgeport ............. 70 37 24 3 6 83 216 206 Connecticut........... 70 34 24 7 5 80 201 195 Adirondack............ 70 34 32 2 2 72 187 198 Springfield ............. 71 33 32 3 3 72 199 218 Albany .................... 70 30 29 6 5 71 178 207 WESTERN CONFERENCE Midwest Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Chicago ................. 69 38 25 3 3 82 191 175 Charlotte................ 68 35 24 3 6 79 190 186 Peoria .................... 70 36 30 2 2 76 205 190 Rockford................ 71 34 29 2 6 76 198 214 Milwaukee ............. 68 34 28 2 4 74 187 178 North Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Toronto .................. 71 41 23 4 3 89 203 162 Rochester.............. 69 32 25 8 4 76 203 203 Lake Erie ............... 71 33 28 3 7 76 169 197 Grand Rapids........ 69 31 28 6 4 72 223 221 Hamilton ................ 70 32 31 2 5 71 172 208 West Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA x-Oklahoma City .. 70 42 19 4 5 93 202 166 Abbotsford ............ 70 36 26 3 5 80 174 191 San Antonio .......... 69 37 27 3 2 79 182 190 Houston ................. 70 32 23 5 10 79 187 192 Texas ..................... 69 30 35 2 2 64 205 223 x-Clinched Playoff Berth y-Clinched Divisional Title NOTE: Two points are awarded for a win, one point for an overtime or shootout loss. Sunday's Games Providence 3, Connecticut 2, OT Toronto 4, Grand Rapids 2 Bridgeport 3, Manchester 2, OT Springfield 3, Worcester 2 Rockford 2, Milwaukee 1, SO Binghamton 6, Hershey 5, SO San Antonio at Peoria, 6 p.m. Lake Erie at Texas, 6 p.m. Monday's Games No games scheduled Tuesday's Games Portland at St. John’s, 6 p.m. Milwaukee at Charlotte, 7 p.m. Wilkes-Barre/Scranton at Norfolk, 7:15 p.m. Hamilton at Oklahoma City, 8 p.m. Rochester at Abbotsford, 10 p.m.

N H L At A Glance All Times EDT EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA x-N.Y. Rangers........... 79 50 22 7 107 218 175 x-Pittsburgh ................ 79 48 25 6 102 268 214 x-Philadelphia............. 79 46 24 9 101 257 222 x-New Jersey.............. 79 45 28 6 96 219 205 N.Y. Islanders ............. 79 33 35 11 77 194 241 Northeast Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA y-Boston ...................... 79 47 28 4 98 259 193 x-Ottawa....................... 79 41 28 10 92 245 231 Buffalo.......................... 79 38 31 10 86 208 219 Toronto ........................ 79 34 36 9 77 222 252 Montreal....................... 79 29 35 15 73 202 221 Southeast Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Florida .......................... 79 37 25 17 91 193 217 Washington ................. 79 40 31 8 88 212 223 Winnipeg...................... 79 36 34 9 81 213 233 Tampa Bay................... 78 36 35 7 79 223 268 Carolina ....................... 79 31 32 16 78 208 237 WESTERN CONFERENCE Central Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA y-St. Louis ................... 79 48 21 10 106 204 156 x-Detroit....................... 79 47 27 5 99 242 196 x-Nashville .................. 79 45 26 8 98 227 208 x-Chicago.................... 80 44 26 10 98 244 234 Columbus.................... 79 27 45 7 61 190 255 Northwest Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA y-Vancouver................ 79 49 21 9 107 239 191 Colorado...................... 80 41 33 6 88 205 209 Calgary ........................ 80 35 29 16 86 194 222 Minnesota ................... 79 34 35 10 78 173 219 Edmonton.................... 78 31 38 9 71 208 230 Pacific Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Los Angeles ................ 79 39 27 13 91 185 170 Phoenix........................ 79 39 27 13 91 206 202 San Jose ...................... 79 40 29 10 90 214 201 Dallas ........................... 79 42 32 5 89 207 212 Anaheim ...................... 78 33 34 11 77 194 217 NOTE: Two points for a win, one point for overtime loss. x-clinched playoff spot y-clinched division Saturday's Games Ottawa 4, Philadelphia 3, SO Washington 3, Montreal 2, SO Minnesota 4, Los Angeles 3, SO Boston 6, N.Y. Islanders 3 Toronto 4, Buffalo 3 New Jersey 5, Carolina 0 Tampa Bay 3, Winnipeg 2, OT Columbus 5, St. Louis 2 Chicago 5, Nashville 4 Phoenix 4, Anaheim 0 Vancouver 3, Calgary 2, OT San Jose 3, Dallas 0 Sunday's Games Detroit 2, Florida 1, SO Minnesota 5, Chicago 4, SO Philadelphia 6, Pittsburgh 4 Ottawa 5, N.Y. Islanders 1 Boston 2, N.Y. Rangers 1 Edmonton at Anaheim, 8 p.m. Monday's Games Washington at Tampa Bay, 7 p.m. Edmonton at Los Angeles, 10:30 p.m. Tuesday's Games Toronto at Buffalo, 7 p.m. N.Y. Islanders at New Jersey, 7 p.m. N.Y. Rangers at Philadelphia, 7 p.m. Pittsburgh at Boston, 7:30 p.m. Carolina at Ottawa, 7:30 p.m. Winnipeg at Florida, 7:30 p.m. Minnesota at Nashville, 8 p.m. San Jose at Dallas, 8:30 p.m. Anaheim at Vancouver, 10 p.m. Columbus at Phoenix, 10 p.m.

THE TIMES LEADER

MEETINGS

BOXING REPORT: In the WBA super welterweight title fight on May 5 in Las Vegas, Nevada, Floyd Mayweather Jr. is -$700 vs. Miguel Cotto at +$500; in the WBA/IBF welterweight title fight on May 19 in Las Vegas, Nevada, Amir Khan is -$500 vs. Lamont Peterson at +$400; in the WBO welterweight title fight on June 9 in Las Vegas, Nevada, Manny Pacquiao is -$400 vs. Timothy Bradley at +$300. College Basketball

NBA Favorite Bucks BULLS

Points

Underdog

Favorite

5.5

WIZARDS

NCAA Tournament Men's Championship (New Orleans, LA)

Points

Underdog

Rockets

THUNDER

8.5

Grizzlies

MAVERICKS

4.5

Clippers

KINGS

T’Wolves

Favorite

Odds

BLAZERS

Jazz

Capitals

-$130/+$110

LIGHTNING

KINGS

-$240/+$200

Oilers

Rodger Brogdon;15. Kurt Johnson;16. V. Gaines. Final Results Top Fuel—Spencer Massey, 3.830 seconds, 323.89 mph def. Antron Brown, 3.849 seconds, 315.86 mph. Funny Car—Robert Hight, Ford Mustang, 4.154, 312.93 def. Bob Tasca III, Mustang, 4.213, 292.14. Pro Stock—Allen Johnson, Dodge Avenger, 6.648, 207.30 def. Vincent Nobile, Avenger, 6.738, 207.53. Top Alcohol Dragster—Jim Whiteley, 5.306, 269.35 def. Cody Perkins, 5.679, 247.25. Top Alcohol Funny Car—Tony Bartone, Ford Mustang, 5.539, 261.62 def. Jay Payne, Mustang, 5.641, 255.53. Competition Eliminator—Dan Fletcher, Chevy Cobalt, 7.816, 170.30 def. Doug Lambeck, Pontiac Sunfire, 8.511, 153.32. Super Stock—Jimmy DeFrank, Chevy Cobalt, 9.043, 149.58 def. Glenn Snow, Pontiac Firebird, 10.456, 120.88. Stock Eliminator—Brad Burton, Formula, 11.153, 115.14 def. Scott Burton, Formula, 10.617, 117.36. Super Comp—Jeg Coughlin, Dragster, 9.060, 163.28 def. Michael Miller, Dragster, 9.030, 178.42. Super Gas—Jesse Serna, Pontiac Grand Am, 10.052, 156.53 def. Val Torres, Chevy Corvette, 10.054, 159.10.

P G A Shell Houston Open Scores Sunday At Redstone Golf Club (Tournament Course) Humble, Texas Purse: $6 million Yardage: 7,457; Par: 72 Final Round Hunter Mahan (500), $1,080,000 ...................................69-67-65-71—272 Carl Pettersson (300), $648,000 ......................................65-70-67-71—273 Louis Oosthuizen (190), $408,000 ......................................67-66-66-75—274 Keegan Bradley (109), $236,250 ......................................67-69-69-71—276 Brian Davis (109), $236,250......68-65-69-74—276 Phil Mickelson (109), $236,250 65-70-70-71—276 Jeff Overton (109), $236,250 ....69-70-69-68—276 Bud Cauley (78), $168,000........67-69-73-68—277 James Driscoll (78), $168,000 ..67-66-71-73—277 J.B. Holmes (78), $168,000.......68-67-71-71—277 Cameron Tringale (78), $168,000 ......................................69-70-70-68—277 Ernie Els (63), $132,000 ............70-69-69-70—278 Pat Perez (63), $132,000 ...........68-69-71-70—278 Jim Herman, $105,000 ...............68-70-73-68—279 John Huh (56), $105,000 ...........66-70-70-73—279 Greg Owen (56), $105,000........66-69-76-68—279 Boo Weekley (56), $105,000.....69-67-70-73—279 Harris English (52), $84,000 .....69-68-73-70—280 Bryce Molder (52), $84,000.......70-70-69-71—280 John Senden (52), $84,000.......72-65-69-74—280 Angel Cabrera (47), $56,325.....65-70-76-70—281 Marc Leishman (47), $56,325 ...70-70-69-72—281 Ryan Palmer (47), $56,325 .......71-68-66-76—281 Scott Piercy (47), $56,325 .........70-70-70-71—281 Kyle Reifers (47), $56,325.........68-69-74-70—281 Henrik Stenson (47), $56,325 ...69-68-72-72—281 Vaughn Taylor (47), $56,325.....69-67-72-73—281 Lee Westwood (47), $56,325 ....68-70-70-73—281 Rod Pampling (39), $37,329 .....73-69-70-70—282 Mark Anderson (39), $37,329 ...71-70-70-71—282 Jonas Blixt (39), $37,329 ...........70-66-74-72—282 Ben Crane (39), $37,329 ...........69-70-73-70—282 Jeff Maggert (39), $37,329 ........66-66-76-74—282 Johnson Wagner (39), $37,329 68-71-70-73—282 Y.E. Yang (39), $37,329.............69-71-69-73—282

L P G A Kraft Nabisco Championship Par Scores Sunday At Mission Hills Country Club, Dinah Shore Tournament Course Rancho Mirage, Calif. Purse: $2 million Yardage: 6,738;Par: 72 Final Round (a-amateur) (x-won on first playoff hole) x-Sun Young Yoo, $300,000 ...............................69-69-72-69—279 -9 I.K. Kim, $182,538 ...............70-70-70-69—279 -9 Yani Tseng, $132,418 .........68-68-71-73—280 -8 Stacy Lewis, $77,202 ..........74-71-70-66—281 -7 Amy Yang, $77,202 ..............66-74-72-69—281 -7 Hee Kyung Seo, $77,202....69-72-69-71—281 -7 Karin Sjodin, $77,202 ..........72-67-68-74—281 -7 Natalie Gulbis, $44,806 .......76-71-70-65—282 -6 Se Ri Pak, $44,806 ..............70-69-72-71—282 -6 Na Yeon Choi, $44,806.......72-67-71-72—282 -6 Angela Stanford, $34,003 ...72-71-70-70—283 -5 Ha-Neul Kim, $34,003 .........71-71-70-71—283 -5 Vicky Hurst, $34,003 ...........70-70-71-72—283 -5 Eun-Hee Ji, $34,003 ............71-69-70-73—283 -5 Catriona Matthew, $26,184 .74-70-70-70—284 -4 Karrie Webb, $26,184 .........71-72-71-70—284 -4 Azahara Munoz, $26,184 ....73-72-67-72—284 -4 Suzann Pettersen, $26,184 72-74-66-72—284 -4 Haeji Kang, $26,184 ............69-68-72-75—284 -4

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shortly after Voracek’s empty-net goal pushed the lead to 6-3. Penguins forward Joe Vitale leveled Daniel Briere shortly after the ensuing faceoff, starting a chain of events that included Laviolette smashing a stick over the glass and all 10 players on the ice going at it. “Those guys hadn’t been out there in 12 minutes,” Laviolette said. “It’s a gutless move by their coach. It’s gutless.” Bylsma didn’t quite see it that way, claiming Vitale’s shot on Briere was clean, unlike the crosscheck Pittsburgh star Sidney Crosby received from Brayden Schenn shortly after Steve

Sullivan’s second goal of the game pulled the Penguins within 5-3 late in the third period. “It’s clearly a cheap shot,” Bylsma said. “It’s clearly a guy targeting a player that was well after the whistle.” Crosby, who has missed all but 19 games this season due to concussion-like symptoms, agreed. “It’s pretty cheap,” Crosby said. “He skates 10 feet in between the whistle. I don’t know. If that’s a sign of what’s to come it’s going to be a pretty tough playoff series.” One that won’t even start until the teams meet again in the regular-season finale next Saturday.

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By ROXY ROXBOROUGH

Sunday At The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway Las Vegas Final Finish Order Top Fuel 1. Spencer Massey;2. Antron Brown;3. Steve Torrence;4. Morgan Lucas;5. Tony Schumacher;6. David Grubnic;7. Terry McMillen;8. Doug Kalitta;9. Shawn Langdon;10. Brandon Bernstein;11. Bob Vandergriff;12. Clay Millican;13. Khalid alBalooshi;14. Steve Faria;15. Steven Chrisman;16. Troy Buff. Funny Car 1. Robert Hight;2. Bob Tasca III;3. Bob Bode;4. Cruz Pedregon;5. Jack Beckman;6. Gary Densham;7. Matt Hagan;8. Johnny Gray;9. Jeff Arend;10. Alexis DeJoria;11. Mike Neff;12. John Force;13. Terry Haddock;14. Courtney Force;15. Tony Pedregon;16. Tim Wilkerson. Pro Stock 1. Allen Johnson;2. Vincent Nobile;3. Greg Stanfield;4. Erica Enders;5. Jason Line;6. Greg Anderson;7. Ron Krisher;8. Larry Morgan;9. Ronnie Humphrey;10. Mike Edwards;11. Chris McGaha;12. Jeg Coughlin;13. Shane Gray;14.

Results

AMERICA’S LINE

Results Sunday At Martinsville Speedway Ridgeway, Va. Lap length: .526 miles (Start position in parentheses) 1. (5) Ryan Newman, Chevrolet, 515 laps, 102.9 rating, 47 points, $198,808. 2. (27) A J Allmendinger, Dodge, 515, 89.4, 42, $150,610. 3. (14) Dale Earnhardt Jr., Chevrolet, 515, 114.7, 42, $116,985. 4. (21) Matt Kenseth, Ford, 515, 99.7, 41, $152,821. 5. (13) Martin Truex Jr., Toyota, 515, 98.1, 39, $117,949. 6. (3) Denny Hamlin, Toyota, 515, 111.5, 39, $128,101. 7. (15) Tony Stewart, Chevrolet, 515, 91.8, 37, $133,410. 8. (19) Aric Almirola, Ford, 515, 90.8, 37, $121,196. 9. (7) Brad Keselowski, Dodge, 515, 105.6, 36, $117,455. 10. (4) Clint Bowyer, Toyota, 515, 113.6, 35, $111,999. 11. (28) Carl Edwards, Ford, 515, 74.9, 33, $124,451. 12. (22) Jimmie Johnson, Chevrolet, 515, 109.4, 33, $124,071. 13. (26) Greg Biffle, Ford, 514, 78.2, 31, $89,385. 14. (9) Jeff Gordon, Chevrolet, 514, 133, 32, $129,846. 15. (12) Marcos Ambrose, Ford, 513, 83.9, 29, $109,668. 16. (17) Regan Smith, Chevrolet, 513, 67.3, 28, $106,343. 17. (16) Bobby Labonte, Toyota, 513, 80.6, 27, $104,368. 18. (6) Brian Vickers, Toyota, 513, 71.9, 26, $79,035.

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Kentucky

6.5

Kansas

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19. (2) Kevin Harvick, Chevrolet, 513, 87, 26, $125,971. 20. (20) Jamie McMurray, Chevrolet, 513, 64.9, 24, $110,718. 21. (32) Juan Pablo Montoya, Chevrolet, 512, 62.1, 23, $108,176. 22. (18) Jeff Burton, Chevrolet, 512, 81.2, 22, $116,435. 23. (10) Joey Logano, Toyota, 511, 66.2, 21, $85,660. 24. (24) David Ragan, Ford, 511, 58.6, 20, $91,518. 25. (25) Casey Mears, Ford, 511, 55.5, 19, $89,218. 26. (11) Paul Menard, Chevrolet, 510, 63.4, 18, $84,685. 27. (34) Travis Kvapil, Toyota, 510, 52.3, 17, $93,907. 28. (38) David Gilliland, Ford, 509, 49.9, 16, $76,060. 29. (31) Landon Cassill, Toyota, 507, 44.4, 15, $102,230. 30. (39) David Stremme, Toyota, 506, 44, 14, $76,760. 31. (41) Hermie Sadler, Chevrolet, 505, 33.8, 13, $80,610. 32. (36) Ken Schrader, Ford, 503, 40.6, 12, $80,460. 33. (40) Kurt Busch, Chevrolet, 497, 43.6, 11, $80,235. 34. (42) Dave Blaney, Chevrolet, brakes, 439, 38.2, 10, $72,110. 35. (29) David Reutimann, Chevrolet, engine, 436, 42.1, 9, $72,060. 36. (8) Kyle Busch, Toyota, 435, 75, 8, $119,218. 37. (43) J.J. Yeley, Toyota, brakes, 359, 33.4, 7, $71,930. 38. (1) Kasey Kahne, Chevrolet, engine, 256, 88.5, 6, $86,253. 39. (37) Joe Nemechek, Toyota, brakes, 74, 34.7, 0, $69,100. 40. (23) Michael McDowell, Ford, brakes, 60, 32.9, 4, $69,025. 41. (30) Josh Wise, Ford, brakes, 49, 29, 3, $68,975. 42. (33) Scott Riggs, Chevrolet, brakes, 30, 32.6, 2, $68,895. 43. (35) Reed Sorenson, Chevrolet, brakes, 25, 26.5, 0, $68,418. Race Statistics Average Speed of Race Winner: 78.823 mph. Time of Race: 3 hours, 26 minutes, 12 seconds. Margin of Victory: 0.342 seconds. Caution Flags: 7 for 56 laps. Lead Changes: 19 among 10 drivers. Lap Leaders: K.Harvick 1-21; J.Gordon 22-99; B.Keselowski 100; J.Gordon 101-228; D.Earnhardt Jr. 229-231; J.Gordon 232; D.Hamlin 233; C.Bowyer 234-235; M.Kenseth 236; A.Almirola 237-239; J.Gordon 240-322; B.Keselowski 323; J.Gordon 324-355; J.Johnson 356-362; D.Hamlin 363-392; J.Johnson 393-496; J.Gordon 497-502; J.Johnson 503; R.Newman 504-515. Leaders Summary (Driver, Times Led, Laps Led): J.Gordon, 6 times for 328 laps; J.Johnson, 3 times for 112 laps; D.Hamlin, 2 times for 31 laps; K.Harvick, 1 time for 21 laps; R.Newman, 1 time for 12 laps; D.Earnhardt Jr., 1 time for 3 laps; A.Almirola, 1 time for 3 laps; B.Keselowski, 2 times for 2 laps; C.Bowyer, 1 time for 2 laps; M.Kenseth, 1 time for 1 lap. Top 12 in Points: 1. G.Biffle, 226; 2. D.Earnhardt Jr., 220; 3. T.Stewart, 214; 4. M.Kenseth, 214; 5. K.Harvick, 214; 6. M.Truex Jr., 214; 7. D.Hamlin, 210; 8. R.Newman, 202; 9. C.Bowyer, 192; 10. J.Johnson, 189; 11. C.Edwards, 179; 12. B.Keselowski, 175. NASCAR Driver Rating Formula A maximum of 150 points can be attained in a race. The formula combines the following categories: Wins, Finishes, Top-15 Finishes, Average Running Position While on Lead Lap, Average Speed Under Green, Fastest Lap, Led Most Laps, Lead-Lap Finish.

N B A At A Glance All Times EDT EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division W L Pct Boston........................... 30 22 .577 Philadelphia ................. 29 23 .558 New York ...................... 27 26 .509 New Jersey .................. 19 35 .352 Toronto ......................... 18 35 .340 Southeast Division W L Pct Miami............................. 37 14 .725 Orlando ......................... 32 21 .604 Atlanta ........................... 31 23 .574 Washington .................. 12 40 .231 Charlotte ....................... 7 43 .140 Central Division W L Pct x-Chicago....................... 42 12 .778 Indiana............................ 31 21 .596 Milwaukee ...................... 24 28 .462 Detroit ............................. 19 33 .365 Cleveland ....................... 17 33 .340 WESTERN CONFERENCE Southwest Division W L Pct San Antonio ................... 36 14 .720 Dallas.............................. 30 23 .566 Memphis ........................ 28 22 .560 Houston.......................... 28 25 .528 New Orleans .................. 13 39 .250 Northwest Division W L Pct x-Oklahoma City.......... 40 12 .769 Denver .......................... 29 24 .547 Utah............................... 27 26 .509 Minnesota..................... 25 28 .472 Portland......................... 24 28 .462 Pacific Division W L Pct L.A. Lakers..................... 32 20 .615 L.A. Clippers .................. 31 21 .596 Phoenix .......................... 25 26 .490 Golden State .................. 20 30 .400 Sacramento ................... 18 34 .346 x-clinched playoff spot Saturday's Games L.A. Lakers 88, New Orleans 85 Detroit 110, Charlotte 107, OT New York 91, Cleveland 75 Philadelphia 95, Atlanta 90 San Antonio 112, Indiana 103 Memphis 99, Milwaukee 95 New Jersey 111, Sacramento 99 L.A. Clippers 105, Utah 96 Sunday's Games Oklahoma City 92, Chicago 78 Boston 91, Miami 72 Toronto 99, Washington 92 Denver 104, Orlando 101 Indiana 104, Houston 102, OT Minnesota at Portland, 9 p.m. New Orleans at Phoenix, 9 p.m. Golden State at L.A. Lakers, 9:30 p.m. Monday's Games Milwaukee at Washington, 7 p.m. Houston at Chicago, 8 p.m. Memphis at Oklahoma City, 8 p.m. L.A. Clippers at Dallas, 8:30 p.m. Minnesota at Sacramento, 10 p.m. Utah at Portland, 10 p.m. Tuesday's Games San Antonio at Cleveland, 7 p.m. New York at Indiana, 7 p.m. Charlotte at Toronto, 7 p.m. Orlando at Detroit, 7:30 p.m. Philadelphia at Miami, 7:30 p.m. Golden State at Memphis, 8 p.m. Phoenix at Sacramento, 10 p.m. New Jersey at L.A. Lakers, 10:30 p.m.

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CMYK THE TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com T H E M A T C H U P NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A look at Monday night’s national championship game:

KENTUCKY ROAD TO THE TITLE GAME No. 1 Kentucky beat No. 16 Western Kentucky 81-65; No. 8 Iowa State 87-71; No. 4 Indiana 102-90; No. 3 Baylor 82-70; No. 4 Louisville 69-61. STAR Freshman Anthony Davis lived up to his billing as national player of the year with 18 points, 14 rebounds and five blocks in the win over Louisville. He was 7 of 8 from the field and added to his personal highlight reel with a one-handed dunk off an alleyoop pass and a flying leap off the court and over a row of media. One real positive was the way he called for the ball in the post in the second half as the Wildcats struggled from the perimeter. COACH This will be John Calipari’s second championship game. His first was with Memphis four years ago — an overtime loss to Kansas and coach Bill Self. Calipari’s strategy of not fouling with the lead before a 3-point shot could be attempted was questioned as Mario Chalmers buried a late 3 to tie the game and force overtime. Calipari did win the last meeting against Self, 75-65, at Madison Square Garden in the second game of the season. KEY POINT Kentucky’s roster is still loaded with NBA-level talent, but the Wildcats didn’t look like the offensive juggernaut it had been throughout the NCAA tournament, failing to reach the 80point mark for the first time. But the defense was just as good, if not better, holding Louisville to 34.8 percent shooting from the field, a stat the Wildcats led the nation in this season. One player who will be looking to make amends will be freshman Michael Kidd-Gilchrist who was limited to 23 minutes because of foul trouble but still managed a couple of big dunks as the Wildcats took control in the final minutes.

KANSAS ROAD TO THE TITLE GAME No. 2 Kansas beat No. 15 Detroit 65-50; beat No. 10 Purdue 63-60; No. 11 North Carolina State 60-57; No. 1 North Carolina 8067; beat No. 2 Ohio State 64-62. STAR Thomas Robinson took over the semifinal in the second half, finishing with 19 points and eight rebounds. It was his presence inside that allowed the Jayhawks to finish with a 42-30 rebound advantage and stymied Ohio State’s frontcourt of Jared Sullinger and Deshaun Thomas, who were a combined 8 for 33 from the field. This matchup pits him against Davis, his competition for national player of the year. COACH Bill Self has a chance to join the select group of multiple championship coaches. He is 3-0 in his two Final Four appearances, and the latest win looked a lot like the Jayhawks’ others in this tournament — they found a way to win. Not much of a spotlight grabber, Self is considered one of the best in-game coaches, and his teams are known for the ability to shake off a poor first half, usually with a better defensive performance. KEY POINT Robinson did what is expected of him in the win over Ohio State; 7-foot center Jeff Withey had eight rebounds and seven assists; and Elijah Johnson added 13 points and 10 rebounds — a big effort from the guard who doesn’t get most of the attention. Tyshawn Taylor, the guard who’s considered Robinson’s co-star, had 10 points and nine assists. He also had five turnovers — including a potential devastating one with 3.8 seconds left — and was 0 for 3 from 3-point range, leaving him 0 for 20 from beyond the arc in the tournament. THE SKINNY These are the two winningest programs in college basketball history. Each has an all-America big man and guards capable of taking over a game. The coaches are on most short lists of the best in the sport. This game has all the angles covered. Come on, what more do you want? THE PICK Most of the bracket sheets that haven’t been shredded still have Kentucky, the overall No. 1 seed, winning it all. The dream scenario would be for Kentucky to have a slim lead with the clock ticking down. The flashbacks to San Antonio in 2008 would be popping into everyone’s mind. Why not the same result? Kansas 73-71.

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Second time around for ’Cats, Jayhawks By JIM O’CONNELL AP Basketball Writer

NEW ORLEANS — Monday night’s national championship game will be the second time this season Kentucky and Kansas meet with all of college basketball watching. The first matchup was in midNovember at Madison Square Garden as part of a doubleheader. Second-ranked Kentucky beat No.12 Kansas 75-65, but it wasn’t the featured game. That happened to be the night Duke beat Michigan State 74-69 to give Mike Krzyzewski his 903rd career victory, the one that moved him past Bob Knight to

the top of Division I’s all-time list for men’s basketball. This time around the Wildcats and Jayhawks are the main attraction. Five months ago, sophomores Doron Lamb and Terrence Jones led the Wildcats to the victory with Anthony Davis, one of three freshmen starters, having seven of the team’s 13 blocked shots. Kentucky wasn’t very smooth offensively that day, committing 19 turnovers, a figure they topped only twice all season. Michael Kidd-Gilchrist had 12 pointsandninereboundsforKentucky, while fellow freshman Marquis Teague also scored 12

points. Tyshawn Taylor scored 22 points to lead the Jayhawks, whileThomasRobinsonadded11 points and 12 rebounds before fouling out with 3:31 to go. Taylor proved to be a pretty good analyst with his postgame assessment. “Really, really, really talented one through seven. Two or three games in, they’re going to be really, really good once they get more practice and more reps,” he said then. “A lot of the guys are young still. I think they’re going to be amazing.” Kentucky shot 51 percent from the field including 7 of 15 3-point

attempts. Kansas shot just 33.9 percent and made only 4 of 15 from beyond the arc. Both teams are a lot different now, especially on defense, and the players who were so new to college basketball then are grizzled veterans with almost 40 games under their belts. On Sunday, Davis, the AP player of the year, said his biggest memory of the November game is that Robinson, also a first-team all-America, was saddled by foul trouble. “I know how that is,” Davis said. “It’s hard to play. You can’t be aggressive.” Robinson will approach this

game differently. “The first time we played Kentucky I allowed them to do their best to me emotionally and physically. I played a horrible game,” he said Sunday. “The biggest part of why we lost that game is because I was kind of selfish and tried to do everything by myself. I can’t let that happen in this game. Infact,Iwon’tletthathappenthis game.” Jones was more down the middle. “It’s hard to judge this game with that game,” he said Sunday. “It’s hard to do when teams get so much better. We have gotten better, and they have gotten better.”

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Kentucky head coach John Calipari talks with Kansas head coach Bill Self, right, during a television interview at the Final Four Sunday in New Orleans.

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NEW ORLEANS — A good story is worth re-telling. With Kentucky coach John Calipari facing Kansas for the NCAA title just as he did in 2008 when he was at Memphis, he fondly recalled his days as a volunteer assistant in Lawrence, Kan. He talked about being able to eat steak, which he never did growing up, and putting on weight. He even re-told the story about being the man with the ladle at the training table. And not in a “Boy, this sounds familiar,” way. Word for word. “I would serve peas or corn. ‘What would you like? I’ll be there early for practice if you want to do some extra shooting. What would you like, peas or corn?’ That’s what I did,” Calipari said in 2008. “I would be in the line. ‘Would you like peas or corn? Peas? Great,”’ Calipari said Sunday, even dropping in the laugh-getter about the extra shooting. Even if the stories are canned, the affection Calipari

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Saturday night, when the Jayhawks trailed Ohio State by 13 points, and figured they had a chance if they could get the lead under 10 by halftime. Travis Releford’s layup at the buzzer made it a nine-point game. “You come to expect those things out of this team,” Zenger said Sunday. The Jayhawks eventually would fend off the Buckeyes in the final minutes, walking the same tightrope they’ve teetered on all tournament long right into the national championship game. They’ll attempt to win perhaps their most improbable title tonight against Kentucky. “You either have that vantage point in life or you don’t, and I tend to approach life from that vantage point,” Zenger said, when asked whether things happen for a reason. “This team, you have a bunch of overachievers who won’t quit, much like their coach, and

feels for his days at Kansas is genuine. It’s where he met his wife, Ellen, who worked in the school’s business office. And it’s where he got his start in basketball. Calipari has come a long way since then. He has taken the Wildcats to the Final Four twice in his first three seasons at Kentucky and will make his second appearance in the NCAA championship Monday night. He’s got kids recruiting him as much as the other way around, and he is among the highest-paid coaches in the country, making more than $4 million this season alone. Quite a change from that first job. “When Ted Owens asked me to join his staff, I said, ‘What position?”’ Calipari recalled Sunday. “He said, ‘Volunteer.’ I said, ‘How much does that guy make?”’ BLOCK PARTY: Kansas coach Bill Self is willing to anoint Kentucky star Anthony Davis as the nation’s best shot blocker. Self also believes the Jayhawks have a close second.

they just will themselves to victory,” he said. “You don’t ever think of Kansas as an underdog, but we’ve been one most of the tournament, and they’ve played with some freedom and tenacity.” They’ve needed every ounce of tenacity, every bit of nerves, just about every time. It’s a departure from most seasons at Kansas, where wins are judged by margin of victory. Sure, there have been plenty of blowouts, but there have been many more close games — tight losses to Duke and Missouri, tighter wins over the Boilermakers and Wolf Pack. They’re games that steeled a veteran team for the stretch run and gave a scrappy collection of overachievers the confidence to keep going when things get rough and time is running out. “The ones that we won, it felt so good to come back and take a game from somebody, and I think we like that feeling,” said Elijah Johnson. “There’s been some situations where we’ve been behind and had to fight back, and at Kansas, we don’t lie down. We fight back.”

Jeff Withey, the former volleyball player from the beaches of San Diego, has emerged in the NCAA tournament as one of the premier defensive players in the game. He blocked 10 shots in a win over N.C. State, and then caused all kinds of trouble for Ohio State star Jared Sullinger. The 7-footer swatted seven shots, altering half a dozen more. “Guys like Anthony and guys like Jeff cover up mistakes,” Self said. “That’s a big advantage.” Withey already has set the school record with 137 blocks and has at least five in a game 11 times, while Davis has set an NCAA freshman record with 180 this season. The way the two go about things is slightly different. Withey uses his height and wingspan to overwhelm opponents, whether it’s a guard trying to get to the rim — such as the Buckeyes’ William Buford — or a big guy like Sullinger. Meanwhile, Davis uses his uncanny quickness to close come across the lane and block shots seemingly out of no-

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“When he doesn’t see how he thinks I can perform, he tells me. He’s a male father figure to me. “So it’s tough love sometimes. Sometimes it’s good love. I take it all in the same way. I don’t care how he says it; I just listen to what he’s saying.” The episode toughened Jones, who has dealt with more criticism this year from fans for periods of poor play and a finger injury that cost him two games. Jones said he could have left last year after Kentucky lost to Connecticut in the Final Four. “I didn’t want to leave losing,” he said. “I wanted to win a national championship.” He’s got that chance now. Kentucky (37-2) faces Kansas (32-6) on Monday in the national championship in New Orleans, but Jones will need to play a bigger role that he did in the national semifinals. In Kentucky’s 69-61 win over Louisville, Jones was hardly no-

where. “He was 6-3, he grew to 6-10 — he’s nimble like a guard. He doesn’t try to block it in your hands. He lets you release it. That’s what great shot-blockers do,” Kentucky coach John Calipari said. “He’s nimble. He’s quick to the ball. He’s got a quick twitch.” COACHING AWARD: Kansas is guaranteed to leave New Orleans with at least one trophy. Bill Self was selected the Naismith Coach of the Year on Sunday, beating out his opponent in Monday night’s NCAA title game, Kentucky’s John Calipari. Syracuse coach Jim Boeheim and Missouri’s Frank Haith also were finalists for the award, given by the Atlanta Tipoff Club. TUNING UP: The Fray is scheduled to sing the national anthem before the NCAA title game Monday night. The Grammy-nominated band released its third fulllength album, “Scars and Stories,” in February. Its first album, “How to Save a Life,” went double platinum. ticeable in the first half and finished with six points and seven rebounds in 33 minutes. Calipari sought out Jones repeatedly to howl at his play — including once when Jones attempted a weak layup. Calipari mimicked Jones’ effort and yelled: “Dunk it on him! Dunk it on him!” “I’ve been playing for him for two years, and I know when I’m explaining what I thought, if he tells me he’s right, he’s right,” Jones said. Is Calipari ever wrong? “After he watches tape sometimes,” Jones said. “But not at the moment, no.” Calipari pretended that he didn’t know about the January 2011 incident when he was asked about it Sunday. During a loss at Alabama, Calipari called Jones “selfish” amid a string of expletives as Jones turns and walks away. “He knows how I feel about him. He’s like a son to me,” Calipari said. “This kid, what he’s doing, what he’s done, how far he’s come, I’m just proud of him. I mean, he’s more focused, he’s got a better skill set.”

ever amount of time they spend in the Commonwealth. “I don’t like the rules,” Calipari said. “I want Anthony to come back and be my point guard next year. It’s really what I want. There’s only two solutions to it. Either I can recruit players who are not as good as the players I’m recruiting or I can try to convince guys who should leave to stay for me.” He won’t do either. By pulling no punches, the coach finds himself working with the most talent — Davis and Michael Kidd-Gilchrist are likely lottery picks, while Terrence Jones, Marquis Teague and Doron Lamb are among the others with first-round potential. Calipari is a win away from the first national title of a stormy and controversial career, one that began as a volunteer assistant at Kansas. His first two trips to the Final Four have been vacated because of NCAA violations. Though his 2008 trip with Memphis is no longer in the record books, it’s clearly emblazoned in his memory. That team, led by Derrick Rose, had one essential flaw — bad freethrow shooting — and the coach dismissed it every time he was asked about it in the days and weeks leading to his final against Self and the Jayhawks. The Tigers missed four free throws down the stretch and blew a nine-point lead in what turned into an overtime loss that gave Kansas its third NCAA title. Lessons learned? Well, Calipari does make his team run more after bad free-throw shooting nights. But regrets? Not many. “At the end of the day, we had a nine-point lead,” he said. “I have to figure something out. Go shoot the free throws myself, do something to get us out of that gym and I didn’t.” A year later, Cal was out of Memphis and putting the pieces in place for his run at Kentucky. It began with a trip to the Elite Eight, continued last year with a spot in the Final Four and oddsmakers have Kentucky as a 6.5point favorite to seal the deal this year against Kansas. “Doesn’t bother us,” Kansas guard Tyshawn Taylor said. “They’ve got high expectations, and they had a great year so the expectations should be high. What we think, though, is that we match up with them well. We feel confident going into this game.” And why not? Though the talent level may not be as strong as Kentucky’s from top to bottom, the Jayhawks (32-6) get more reinforcement every game that anything is possible. On Saturday, they overcame a 13-point deficit against Ohio State for their latest escape act. Before that in the tournament, they won close ones against Purdue, North Carolina State and North Carolina. They were comeback kids in the regular season, as well — a season that began with low expectations for a roster that got hit hard by graduation and other departures, then fell to 7-3 after an ugly, unexpected home loss to Davidson. “I was a little frustrated because I thought that we were underachieving, underperforming,” Self said. “I thought we were a stale team. I thought we were slow. I thought we didn’t play with great energy. I thought the things we had to do to be successful, we weren’t committing to doing them.”

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Mahan gets 2nd win of season By CHRIS DUNCAN AP Sports Writer

HUMBLE, Texas — Hunter Mahan doesn’t dwell on bad shots anymore, and he says that’s leading to more good ones. Mahan shot a 1-under 71 on Sunday to win the Houston Open, edging out Carl Pettersson by one stroke and becoming the first two-time champion on the tour in 2012. The 29-year-old Mahan finished 16 under for the tournament and moved to No. 4 in the world ranking, the first time he’s ever been the highest-ranked American. “That’s a pretty surreal thing to think about,” Mahan said. “It shows me what I can do, shows me what I’m capable of.” The 29-year-old Mahan feels as if he finally has the mental approach to match his physical skills. He credits Canadian sports psychologist Jim Murphy with teaching him to enjoy the game more, and that’s led to better results. “It’s easy to let your mind run wild and get down on yourself,” Mahan said. “That’s what I used to do. I’m trying to pump myself up more and just believe in myself.” Mahan earned his fifth career victory. He has six top-25 finishes in seven starts this year, including a victory over Rory McIlroy in the final of the Match Play Championships in February. Defending champion Phil Mickelson (71), Keegan BraAP PHOTO dley (71), Brian Davis (74) and Jeff Overton (68) all finished Hunter Mahan reacts to a missed putt on the second hole of 12 under. the final round of the Houston Open Sunday in Humble, Texas.

Yoo captures Kraft Nabisco By GREG BEACHAM AP Sports Writer

RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. — Sun Young Yoo won the Kraft Nabisco Championship with an 18-foot birdie putt on the first playoff hole Sunday, earning her first major title after I.K. Kim missed a 1-foot putt on the final hole of regulation. Yoo won the LPGA Tour’s first major of the season with steady play down the stretch, but she got to make the traditional leap into Poppie’s Pond only after Yoo Kim’s mindboggling miss on the same green minutes earlier. Yoo, who earned her second career LPGA Tour victory, and Kim finished at 9 under, but Kim could have all but wrapped up her first major with the tap-in par putt. Kim might have struck the ball oddly, and it toured the lip of the cup before coming out on the same side it entered. The gallery gasped, and Kim raised her left hand to her mouth in disbelief. “I played straight, and it actually just broke to the right, even that short putt,” said Kim, a 23-year-old South Korean who lives in the Los Angeles area. “So it was unfortunate on 18, but ... I feel good about my game. It’s getting better.”

LOCAL ROUNDUP

Knights capture USA Hockey championship The Times Leader staff

WILLIAMSVILLE, N.Y. – Daniel Sprong had a hand in all four goals and Nicholas Vilardo made 34 saves Sunday morning as the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Knights claimed the USA Hockey Tier I 14-and-Under national championship with a 4-2 win over the St. Louis Junior Blues. Sprong assisted the first three goals then scored the clinching empty-net goal with 17 seconds left. Nikita Pavlychev scored the game-winner on assists from Sprong and Nikita Anistratenko with 2:20 left in the second period. Jake Henderson gave St. Louis the lead a little more than five minutes into the game. Alex Rowella tied it midway through the period. Anistratenko power-play goal put the Knights ahead, 2-1, with 9:53 left in the second. Luke Radetic tied the game 35 seconds later. Ivan Provorov and Louis DeNaples each added an assist. Sprong finished as the tournament’s top scorer with 15 points in six games. Vilardo had five of the Knights’ six wins to lead all goalies in the tournament. He also finished third in save percentage at .931 and fourth in goals against average at 1.97. The team includes David Eifert from West Pittston, Ryan Flanagan from Duryea and Marcus Joseph and Gavin Lewis from Mountain Top. The Knights went 6-0 in the tournament to finish the season 71-4-7. They went 29-1-1 since New Year’s.

COLLEGE BASEBALL

Misericordia 4, FDU-Florham 0

Misericordia University earned its 20th win of the year with a victory over FDU-Florham at Keystone College. Evan Robaczewski(7-0) pitched seven innings, allowing four hits with seven strikeouts, while Ryan Cacchioli, Andrew Tressa and Kenny Durlingall drove in runs for the Cougars (20-3, 7-1). Delaware Valley sweeps King’s

King’s College dropped an important Freedom Conference

nings allowing just one run while striking out eight. The Valiants used a leadoff double and RBI single to score the eventual game-winner in the second inning. In game two, Manhattanville jumped out to a 11-1 lead after three innings and never looked PSU/WB splits double header back. Jordan Borger homered Penn State/Wilkes-Barre split for Wilkes as the Lady Colonels used eight hits scoring three a doubleheader with Penn State/Hazleton, losing the first runs in the game. game 6-4 while winning the WOMEN’S TENNIS second 7-6. Wilkes 9, Eastern 0 In the first game, Hazleton was led by Cody Ryba, who was Wilkes ran its perfect record 2 for 4 with two RBI. Kent to 10-0. Shick picked up the win on the In singles play, all six Wilkes mound, going six innings while flights posted straight set wins allowing four runs on nine hits before all three doubles teams and striking out one. Wilkesrecorded 8-0 victories. Barre was led by Rob Vollmer, Melanie Nolt, Katie Lynn, who had three hits. Ally Kristofco, Anna Mitchell, In the second game, Kyle Alexis Donner, and Amanda LeValley, Ed Moffett and Kyle Holyk all posted straight set Colarusso each had two hits to wins in their singles matches pace a nine-hit attack for for the Lady Colonels. The Wilkes-Barre. duos of Nolt/Lynn, Kristofco/ Donner, and English/Mitchell Colonels get swept all recorded 8-0 wins in doubles competition. Visiting Manhattanville College recovered from dropping the first game of the three-game King’s 5, Arcadia 4 set against Wilkes University, King’s College split three of posting a sweep over the Colothe six singles contests, then nels Sunday. won two of the three doubles The Valiants posted a 6-5 win bouts to edge visiting Arcadia in game one before recording a University. 10-6 victory in five innings of a With the win, the Lady Monrain-shortened game two. archs improved to 4-9 on the Wilkes slips to 9-14 overall year while Arcadia slipped to and 2-7 in Freedom games. 1-6. Due to the threat of rain, Manhattanville evens its overall the teams played pro-sets in mark at 8-8 and stands 4-5 in singles. league play. Sara Lynn was a 8-3 winner Wilkes returns to play Tuesat first singles while Nicole day with a non-league road Molino and Katlyn Rossowski contest at Lebanon Valley Colwon 8-3 and 8-1 at fifth and lege at 3:30 p.m. sixth singles, respectively. The Lady Monarchs picked a COLLEGE SOFTBALL 8-2 win by Emily Biffen and Wilkes drops two LizDemko at number-two douHost Manhattanville College bles, while Molino and Rossowski teamed up for a 8-1 triumph posted a pair of wins over in the last match. Wilkes in a Freedom doubleheader. The Valiants captured MEN’S TENNIS game one 1-0 before posting a Wilkes 9, Eastern 0 12-3 win in five innings in the second. Wilkes cruised to a win at Wilkes falls to 4-10 overall Eastern University in its Freeand 1-3 in league play. Manhatdom opener. tanville improves to 9-10 overall With the win Wilkes moves and 5-1 in Freedom contests. to 6-2 overall on the year and The first proved to be a pitch- 1-0 in league matches. ing duel as Wilkes’ Laykin The Colonels cruised to the Hughes pitched all seven invictory using straight set wins doubleheader to host Delaware Valley College on Saturday. The Aggies won the first game 4-2 before taking the nightcap 4-0. King’s fell to 8-11 overall and 3-6 in Freedom Conference games.

in all six singles flights, while only dropping three points in doubles play. Alex Makos, Steven Wilson, Zack Telljohann, Clarke Freeman, Brandon Helfrich, and Brendon Blachowski all recorded singles wins for Wilkes. The teams of Freeman/Wilson, Telljohann/Makos, and Helfrich/Blachowski posted the Colonels doubles victories. King’s 7, Arcadia 2

The King’s College men’s tennis team swept all singles matches en route to a 7-2 victory over visiting Arcadia University Sunday at Kirby Park. With the win, the Monarchs improved to 6-8 while Arcadia slipped to 1-5.The teams played pro-sets in singles due to the threat of rain in the Northeast. Middle Atlantic Conference champion Chris Cozzillio and fellow senior Tim Carroll posted 8-4 victories in the number one and two single spots. At third single, Tony Bevevino was a 8-1 winner, while Jake Rohring tallied an 8-2 triumph in the number-four spot. Nick Conte and Andrew Panzitta closed out the singles matches with identical 8-1 wins in the fifth and six slots.In doubles, Bevevino and Rohring won 9-7 for the Monarchs final victory of the day.

H.S. VOLLEYBALL

East wins WVW invitational

Easton’s boys volleyball team left the Wyoming Valley West Invitational victorious with its win over Delaware Valley in the finals on Saturday by final scores of 25-14 and 25-9. Delaware Valley defeated North Pocono 25-23 in the semifinal round while Easton beat Lackawanna Trail 25-23. Wyoming Valley West advanced as far as the quarterfinals where it lost to Lackawanna Trail 25-16. Delaware Valley ended Crestwood’s day in the same round by a final score of 27-25. Area athletes named to the “All Tournament Team” included Nick Banos (Crestwood), Jake Prohaska (Crestwood) and Matt Pieszala (Wyoming Valley West).

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Ryan Newman does a burnout after winning the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race at Martinsville Speedway in Martinsville, Va., Sunday.

Newman wins wild Martinsville finish By HANK KURZ Jr. AP Sports Writer

MARTINSVILLE, Va. — Ryan Newman ended a 22-race winless streak by holding on for the victory at Martinsville Speedway on Sunday, grabbing the lead when a three-wide accident took out leading teammates Jeff Gordon and Jimmie Johnson with two laps to go. Gordon, who dominated all day, and Johnson seemed poised for a showdown in a green-whitechecker finish, each eager to give Hendrick Motorsports its 200th victory. But as the green flag flew on lap 503, Clint Bowyer sneaked inside Gordon’s car heading into the first turn, and the three cars slid up the track as Newman zipped past. A.J. Allmendinger finished second, followed by Dale Earnhardt Jr., Matt Kenseth and Martin Truex Jr. Johnson wound up 12th and Gordon, who led for 328 laps, finished 14th. The finish overshadowed what had been a stirring duel between Gordon, a seven-time winner on the 0.526-mile oval, and Johnson, a six-time winner. It seemed certain to end with one of them giving owner Rick Hendrick a landmark Sprint Cup victory. Johnson first took the lead when he passed Gordon on the 356th lap. He lost it on pit road, then passed Denny Hamlin on lap 393. He held off a modest challenge by Gordon with about 30 laps to go and then dueled side-by-side with Gordon until the caution, which came when David Reutimann ran out of gas

near the entrance to turn one. Gordon, who had just nudged in front of Johnson before the yellow flew, was the leader, with Johnson second and everyone behind them heading to pit road for tires. What had been an atypically clean raced turned into mayhem on the restart. “We were not a dominate race car,” Newman said. “Clint kind of cleared out Turn One for us and we were fortunate enough to be in the right place at the right time.” Earnhardt, who was in position to give Hendrick a sweep of the top three spots before the caution, said everyone being on fresh tires played a factor in the crash. “We all took off and ran into the back of the leaders, all of us,” he said. Earnhardt didn’t blame Bowyer for trying to take the inside line, but was at a loss to explain what Reutimann was thinking. “I would like an explanation on why that happened,” he said of Reutimann stopping where he did after having made several laps with trouble without going to the pits. "There doesn’t seem like there could be a logical reason for him to have to stop on the track.” Reutimann said his motor just died. “I would not have stopped on the freaking racetrack. I would have limped it around there and come to pit road, which is what I was trying to do,” he said. “The thing quit going down the back straightaway, and it shut off. I just didn’t stop there intentionally.”

Power surges to another IndyCar victory in Alabama The Associated Press

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Will Power wasted no time disproving his own theory. Power started ninth, took the lead on a late caution and pulled back in front of Scott Dixon on the double-file restart with 16 laps left Sunday to the Indy Grand Prix of Alabama for the second straight year. So much for his stance two days earlier that it would be tough for anybody opening outside the top four to win on a course that typically features infrequent passing. Power showed it could be done by making up ground with the help of tire strategy and swift work on pit road. He started on the faster alternate red-striped tires instead of the more durable black. “We started on black tires when everybody started on red, and then went to red when everyone was on black,” Power said. “That got us a couple of spots. And then just good stops and good strategy calls put me out in clean air so we could use our speed to make some passes. “It was a very good team effort, an absolute team effort to put ourselves in position to win, which I did not think was possible this morning.” It was the second straight win for Chevrolet and Team Penske, which also is 3 for 3 at Barber Motorsports Park. Power and Dixon pulled away from the field for a 1-2 finish, just like a year ago. St. Petersburg winner and pole-sitter Helio Cas-

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Will Power, left, douses Helio Castroneves with champagne as they celebrate in victory lane after the IndyCar Series’ Indy Grand Prix of Alabama auto race at Barber Motorsports Park on Sunday in Birmingham, Ala.

troneves of Penske edged Graham Rahal for third. “The way the car finished at the end of the day, I have to be very happy with third,” Castroneves said. “That’s the best we could do.” Power had his fast qualifying time in the second session negated because a caution came down during his run, forcing the Australian out of his more familiar front-runner status at Barber, where he had held the pole the past two years. He still managed to work his way toward the front, moving into the top five by passing Tony Kanaan on the hairpin fifth turn — where he managed several passes — a third of the way through.

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SPRING TRAINING

Boston clinches Northeast title

Nick Foligno and Sergei Gonchar also scored for Ottawa. Craig Anderson made 29 saves, allowing only Mark Streit’s first-period goal.

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NEW YORK — Dennis Seidenberg and Patrice Bergeron scored second-period goals, and Tim Thomas made 33 saves for the Boston Bruins, who clinched the Northeast Division title with a 2-1 victory over the New York Rangers on Sunday night. Boston also prevented the Rangers from winning the Atlantic Division and securing the top seed in the Eastern Conference playoffs. New York needs only one point in its final three games to finish first. Marian Gaborik scored his 40th goal of the season early in the first period, but the Rangers couldn’t muster much else against the defending Stanley Cup champions, who also locked up the No. 2 seed. Henrik Lundqvist made 19 saves for New York, which leads Pittsburgh by five points. The Rangers had won four in a row and six of seven. They outshot the Bruins 19-3 in the third period, but couldn’t get even. The Bruins stormed back in the second period, first with a tying goal from Seidenberg and then the go-ahead tally by Bergeron. Boston, 7-1-1 in its last nine games, swept a weekend in New York with victories over the Islanders and Rangers on back-to-back days. Thomas, who got the day off Saturday, is 5-1-1 in his past seven outings. He made the most of the little bit of offensive support provided by his teammates. After Brad Richards lost control of the puck as he attempted to carry it out of his own end, the Bruins worked it back around and set up Seidenberg for a slap shot that beat Lundqvist, who appeared to be briefly screened when players crossed in front of him, at 4:00. Seidenberg was a welcome addition for the Bruins, who got him back after a two-game injury absence — the only games he has missed this season. Seidenberg has scored in consecutive games after going 26 straight without a goal. The defenseman has five this season. Bergeron got help from the Rangers in netting his 22nd of the season during a power play with 8:08 left in the second.

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night against the Baylor-Stanford winner. The game was tied at 67 after regulation following an 8-2 run by UConn that was fueled by a series of hustle plays from Kelly Faris, who had a steal and a basket and four free throws in the final 90 seconds. The Huskies, who were led by Stefanie Dolson’s 20 points despite foul trouble, stretched their run to 11-3 when Bria Hartley opened the extra period with a 3pointer. The Huskies had the ball again after a missed free throw but Kaleena Mosqueda-Lewis fired up an off-target 3-pointer early in the shot clock and UConn never recovered. Diggins’ best play came on defense. With Notre Dame clinging to a 73-72 lead, the Huskies had a 2-on-1 fast break but Diggins held her ground and forced a turnover, and the Irish scored the next eight points. Baylor 59, Stanford 47 DENVER — Brittney Griner had 13 points and nine rebounds to lead unbeaten Baylor to a win over Stanford on and into the women’s NCAA championship game. Baylor (39-0) is one victory from becoming the seventh team to finish unbeaten and has a chance at being the first team in NCAA history to win 40 games in a season. The Lady Bears will face Notre Dame on Tuesday night for the title. The Irish beat UConn 83-75 in an overtime thriller in the first semifinal. Baylor and Notre DamemetinthepreseasonWNIT final, with the Lady Bears winning in Waco 94-81 on Nov. 17.

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Ottawa Senators goalie Craig Anderson watches the puck during the second period of the NHL game against the New York Islanders in Uniondale, N.Y. The Senators defeated the Islanders, 5-1.

Wild 5, Blackhawks 4 CHICAGO — Devin Setoguchi and Erik Christensen scored in a shootout to help Minnesota beat Chicago for its third straight victory. Setoguchi had a goal and two assists in regulation, then sealed the victory in the third round of the shootout with a quick shot that beat Ray Emery. Patrick Kane had the lone Chicago goal in the shootout against Josh Harding. Kane scored his second goal in regulation, during a power play with 2:45 left in the third period, to tie it at 4. Dany Heatley, Kyle Brodziak and defenseman Clayton Stoner also scored Minnesota, which won in a shootout for the second straight night. Patrick Sharp and Viktor Stalberg scored for Chicago. The Blackhawks clinched a playoff spot Saturday night.

Red Wings 2, Panthers 1 DETROIT — Jiri Hudler scored with 14:30 remaining in the third period and again in a big one from Bruins captain New York defenseman Dan shootout to help Detroit beat Zdeno Chara. The 6-foot-9 deGirardi had the puck in the Florida. corner to the right of Lundqvist, fenseman fired a shot from the Pavel Datsyuk also scored in left point that struck teammate but had it knocked off his stick the shootout for the Red Wings, Jordan Caron and knocked him by Tyler Seguin. He nudged it over to Bergeron, who jammed a to the ice. Gaborik picked up the who held on to win when Kris Versteeg missed high on Florshot in at the left post to make it loose puck and raced to the ida’s last attempt. other end on a breakaway. He 2-1. The Panthers did secure a beat Thomas, who had skated The Rangers’ 25th-ranked point to move three ahead of power play plagued them again out above the crease, between second-place Washington in the as New York went 0 for 3 on the the pads. Gaborik excitedly Southeast Division with three advantage, including a two-man celebrated his milestone goal, games remaining. Florida leads edge for 22 seconds in the third crouching to his knees and ninth-place Buffalo by five pumping his arms. period when Boston took conpoints in the conference standsecutive penalties for unsportsSenators 5, Islanders 1 ings. manlike conduct and delay of UNIONDALE, N.Y. — Kyle game. Turris scored twice and had two Oilers 2, Ducks 1 New York thought its power ANAHEIM, Calif. — Teemu assists, Milan Michalek added play was getting in shape after Hartikainen gave Edmonton an his team-leading 35th goal and the Rangers scored two manOttawa beat New York to clinch early lead with his first two advantage goals in each of the goals of the season, Devan Dubprevious two games for the first a playoff spot. nyk made 32 saves and the The Senators won their time this season. Oilers beat Anaheim in the Thomas had a scary moment fourth straight game to move Ducks’ final home game of the four points behind idle New in the closing minutes when he season. Jersey for sixth place in the came far out to play the puck, Teemu Selanne scored for the Eastern Conference. Both teams and fumbled it, but Derek Stehave three games left before the Ducks, and Jonas Hiller stopped pan couldn’t put a backhander 13 shots. Hiller, who has set regular season ends Saturday. past him into the vacated net. franchise records with 70 starts The Senators, with 92 points, Gaborik gave the Rangers a and 71 appearances, finished his are four ahead of eighth-place 1-0 lead just 4:33 in with no home slate 19-16-2. assists from his teammates but a Washington.

NBA ROUNDUP

OKC moves within 1 game of best record The Associated Press

OKLAHOMA CITY — Russell Westbrook scored 27 points, Kevin Durant added 26 points and 10 rebounds and the Oklahoma City Thunder used a dominating third quarter to beat Chicago 92-78 on Sunday and move within a game of the Bulls in the race for the NBA’s best record. The Thunder (40-12) pulled away by outscoring Chicago 31-12 in the third quarter, allowing the Bulls to make only five of their 21 shots. Oklahoma City clinched a playoff berth in the process, with the help of tiebreakers over the teams fighting for the Western Conference’s final spot in the postseason. The Bulls (42-12) played without All-Star point guard Derrick Rose for the 10th straight game, falling to 14-6 this season without the reigning MVP and 7-3 during his current absence with a groin injury. Celtics 91, Heat 72 BOSTON — Rajon Rondo had a triple-double and the Boston Celtics handed Miami its biggest loss of the season, pulling away for a win over the Heat. The Celtics outscored the Heat 31-12 in the third quarter, turning a 49-44 halftime lead into an 80-56 advantage. They stayed ahead by at least 19 the rest of the way for their fifth straight win. Miami’s last three losses have been by at least 15 points and its previous worst defeat of the season came just one

week earlier in a 103-87 setback at Oklahoma City. Rondo finished with 16 points, 14 assists and 11 rebounds, reaching the tripledouble mark with 8 1/2 minutes to play. It was his fifth triple-double of the season. The Celtics increased their Atlantic Division lead to one game over idle Philadelphia. Nuggets 104, Magic 101 ORLANDO, Fla. — Ty Lawson scored 12 of his 25 points in the second half and Arron Afflalo added 22 points as the Denver Nuggets beat the short-handed Orlando Magic. The Nuggets won back-toback games for the first time since a four-game win streak the first week of March. Al Harrington added 18 points. Jameer Nelson led Orlando with 27 points, followed by Ryan Anderson with 20 and Glen Davis with 18. The Magic played without center Dwight Howard, who missed his first game of the season with back spasms. The loss was Orlando’s third straight and only the second to the Nuggets in 19 meetings at home. Howard’s absence was noticeable throughout, with the Nuggets scoring 44 points in the paint and shooting a 56 percent for the night. Raptors 99, Wizards 92 TORONTO — Andrea Bargnani scored 18 points, Jose Calderon and DeMar DeRozan each had 15 and the Toronto Raptors beat Washington, their fifth straight home victo-

ry over the Wizards. Amir Johnson scored 10 points and James Johnson, Gary Forbes and Alan Anderson each had nine for the Raptors, who never trailed. John Wall had 13 points and 11 assists and Kevin Seraphin scored a career-high 16 points for the Wizards, who were trying to win back-to-back games for the second time this season. Washington’s only two-game winning streak came with victories at Detroit on Feb. 12 and at Portland on Feb. 14. Jordan Crawford scored 18 points, Chris Singleton fouled out with 15, Roger Mason Jr. had 12 and Jan Veseley 10 for the Wizards, who have lost 11 of 14. Pacers 104, Rockets 102 HOUSTON — Danny Granger scored 32 points, including two free throws with 15.7 seconds left in overtime, and the Indiana Pacers beat the Houston Rockets. The Pacers led by one when Paul George turned the ball over. Courtney Lee grabbed it and looked to have tied the ball up for Houston, but he stumbled trying to wrestle it away from the Pacers and was called for traveling. Granger’s free throws came next, before Chandler Parsons made a layup on the other end to again cut the lead to 1. Darren Collison made the first of two free throws with 10.5 seconds left and Granger blocked a shot by Parsons at the buzzer to give Indiana the victory.

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Colorado’s Troy Tulowitzki, second from left, and Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Ubaldo Jimenez (30) are restrained by Indians catcher Lou Marson and home plate umpire Clint Fagan after Jimenez hit Tulowitzki with a pitch on Sunday in Scottsdale, Ariz.

Benches empty after Jimenez hits Tulowitzki

The Associated Press

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — His left elbow swollen and wrapped, Troy Tulowitzki felt confident that he’d be ready for opening day. He wasn’t so certain on whether or not former Colorado teammate Ubaldo Jimenez deliberately drilled him, putting the All-Star shortstop’s status in jeopardy. Jimenez nailed Tulowitzki with the first pitch Sunday, carrying their festering feud onto the field and causing the Indians and Rockies to clear the benches during Cleveland’s 12-10 win. “You guys will have to talk to him and see if it was intentional or unintentional,” Tulowitzki said. “I didn’t expect anything and the emotions took over. A couple of words were exchanged but nothing more than that.” Tulowitzki and Jimenez jawed up close, with the plate umpire and players on both sides holding them back from getting at each other. Tulowitzki was taken to a hospital for precautionary X-rays on his elbow, which were negative. “From my take, as soon as he hit me it just seemed like he wanted a little more. That’s when the confrontation started,” Tulowitzki said. “I definitely wasn’t happy about being hit. I don’t think you ever are ... so it was back and forth. Not saying it was just him or me.” Rockies manager Jim Tracy, however, called it “the most gutless act I’ve seen in 35 years in the game, that’s what I saw.” Rays 8, Orioles 5 SARASOTA, Fla. — Desmond Jennings hit three home runs, including a grand slam, to lead Tampa Bay over Baltimore. Yankees 10, Marlins 8 MIAMI — Marlins Park is just about ready. Same goes for CC Sabathia. Derek Jeter and Nick Swisher each had two hits, Robinson Cano drove in two runs and New York beat Miami in the first exhibition between major league clubs at the Marlins’ new $515 million ballpark. Sabathia tuned up for Friday’s opening day start at Tampa Bay, allowing four hits and three runs in four innings. White Sox 13, Reds 10 GOODYEAR, Ariz. — Jake Peavy pitched four shaky innings and Paul Konerko had three hits for Chicago in a win over Cincinnati. Peavy, hampered by injuries since 2009, allowed four runs on seven hits and a walk. Mariners 6, Royals 4 PEORIA, Ariz. — Miguel Olivo and Kyle Seager hit consecutive home runs during a six-run sixth inning and Seattle rallied past Kansas City in its first game since opening the regular season in Japan. Brewers 7, Giants 4 PHOENIX — Yovani Gallardo outlasted Tim Lincecum in a matchup of opening day starters and Milwaukee beat San Francisco. Gallardo, slated to start at home against World Series champion St. Louis on Friday, pitched 5 2-3 innings. He allowed four runs and eight hits while walking one and striking

out seven. He gave up a threerun homer to Brandon Crawford in the second.

Diamondbacks 6, Dodgers 2 GLENDALE, Ariz. — Chris Young hit his fourth homer of the spring and Daniel Hudson allowed one hit in five innings to lead Arizona past Los Angeles. Ryan Budde also homered off Dodgers starter Chad Billingsley, a two-run shot. John McDonald added a solo drive and scored twice for the Diamondbacks. Justin Upton tripled and drove in a run. Rangers 5, Padres 3 SURPRISE, Ariz. — Colby Lewis tuned up to start on opening day, pitching four innings and Texas beat San Diego. Lewis allowed two runs and four hits. He’ll pitch Friday at home against the Chicago White Sox. Closer Joe Nathan pitched a perfect ninth for Texas. Tigers (ss) 4, Astros 2 LAKELAND, Fla. — Jhonny Peralta drove in three runs with a home run and a double and a Detroit split squad earned a victory against Houston. Peralta’s third spring home run came off Houston starter Wandy Rodriguez in the third inning. Tigers (ss) 9, Mets 2 PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. — R.A. Dickey needed two stitches in his right heel after being spiked in a loss to a split squad of Detroit. Dickey was covering first base when Corey Jones stepped on him in the third inning. Dickey stayed in the game and left after the fourth, allowing one run and three hits. Nationals 2, Cardinals 1 JUPITER, Fla. — Mark DeRosa singled to right field in the ninth inning, scoring Danny Espinosa on a close play at the plate and lifting Washington over St. Louis. Pirates 3, Blue Jays 1 DUNEDIN, Fla. — Nate McLouth and Matt Hague homered and Pittsburgh beat Toronto. Michael McKenry singled before McLouth homered off Drew Carpenter with two outs in the eighth inning and sent it over the left field wall for a 2-1 lead. Red Sox 5, Twins 1 FORT MYERS, Fla. — Dustin Pedroia and Adrian Gonzalez each went 2 for 4 with a double and Boston earned a win over Minnesota. Cubs 8, Angels 1 TEMPE, Ariz. — Darwin Barney hit an RBI triple off Jered Weaver that broke a scoreless tie in the sixth inning and Chicago beat Los Angeles. Phillies 7, Braves 7 KISSIMMEE, Fla — Cliff Lee allowed one run over four innings in his final Grapefruit League start, and Philadelphia and Atlanta played to a tie in nine innings. Lee, who is set to pitch Saturday in the Phillies’ second regular-season game against Pittsburgh, allowed five hits and walked one. Luis Durango to tie it.

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Our week ahead looks like it will have plenty of sunshine with nice mild temperatures. Plenty of sun will return to our area starting today, and it should last throughout the entire week. Temperatures on Tuesday will jump into the lower 60s and then cool down to a mild 58 for Wednesday and Thursday. Friday and Saturday look like they will be sunny and clear with a high of 60. On Sunday, it will be partly cloudy with a high of 65 and we could see an increase in clouds toward the evening hours. -Michelle Rotella

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MOUNTAIN TOP: The Mountain Post American Legion Auxiliary Unit 781 will meet 7:30 p.m. Thursday. Nominations of officers will be held. All members are urged to attend and vote. New members welcome. For more information call Bobette at 855-5706.

Navy Seaman Cody A. Spaide, son of Virginia L. and James E. Spaide, Nescopeck, recently completed U.S. Navy basic training at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Ill. Spaide completed a variety of training which included classroom study and practical instruction on naval customs, first aid, firefighting, water safety and survival and shipboard and aircraft safety. Spaide is a 2007 graduate of Berwick High School.

SWOYERSVILLE: Andrew Lawrence American Legion Post 644 is taking reservations for a trip to Washington, D.C., on June 9. Bus will leave from the Legion post, 259 Shoemaker St., at 6 a.m. Cost is $35 per person and includes bus trip, a hoagie and snacks. For more information call Cindy at 706-5963 or the Post home at 287-9400. SWOYERSVILLE: The 92nd Aerial Port Squadron Air Force Reserves will hold its fifth annual reunion 5-10 p.m. April 14 at the Swoyersville American Legion Post 644, Shoemaker Street. Cost is $25 per person and includes an open bar, buffet dinner and dessert. For more information call Mike Tressa at 287-4899. WILKES-BARRE: Holy Rosary Post 274, Catholic War Veterans of Newtown and the Home Association will conduct the annual Easter Egg Hunt 10 a.m. Saturday on the Post grounds, 175 Old Ashley Road. The event is for area children, infants to age 9. Prizes will be awarded. Volunteers are asked to report to the Post at 9 a.m. WILKES-BARRE: The Italian American Veterans of Luzerne County Post 1 will meet Thursday at St. Mary’s Orthodox Church hall, 905 S. Main Street. Dinner will be served at 6 p.m. and the meeting will start at 7 p.m.

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The Pittston Area Leo’s Club recently held a clothing and shoe drive. They collected 367 bags weighing 4,980 lbs. Fibers of the Earth, a recycling company, paid per pound to their fund drive. Proceeds will be used for the club’s spring tree-planting project. With the help of the Dupont Lions Club, both groups will clean an area in Dupont, planting trees and animal friendly shrubs. Dupont Lion Mark Kowalczyk, a landscaper, will donate his time and equipment to the project. Some of the participants, from left, are Dupont Lions and Leo’s members Stan Knick, Tony Draus, Tiffany Smith, Bart Bryk, Irene Magdon, Katie Jobson, Marie Terese Fox, Dominique DelPriore, Megan Dougherty, Lea Garibaldi, Chris Kalmanowicz and Mark Kowalczyk.

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Wyoming Area Kiwanis President Bob Orlando recently welcomed three new members into the club. Inducted by Lieutenant Governor Mike Coolbaugh were Tiffany Callaio, Amy Casagrande and Jim Talarico. Callaio is a teacher in the Wyoming Area School District and resides in Exeter. She is a Millersville University graduate. Casagrande is a pharmaceutical sales rep for Inventive Health. She resides in Wyoming and is a graduate of DeSalles University. Talarico is a project manager for Prudential. He is a resident of Exeter and a graduate of Pennsylvania State University. Kiwanis meetings are held 6:30 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesday of the month at Gober’s Deco Lounge, Wyoming Avenue, Exeter. At the induction ceremony, from left, are Coolbaugh, Talarico, Casagrande, Callaio and Orlando.

Mark E. Smith, one of the most recognized disability speakers in the world, was the guest speaker at a recent meeting of the Rotary Club of Dallas. Smith was born with severe cerebral palsy and doctors had little hope for him to lead a normal or long life. He also came from an extremely dysfunctional family. Smith defied all odds and serves as Pride Mobility’s consumer research manager. He is an icon within the wheelchair industry, author of three books and countless articles and columns, founding editor of WheelchairJunkie.com, a college lecturer and a sought-after inspirational speaker. At the presentation, from left: Ken Chapple, president, Dallas Rotary Club; Todd Buckley, president-elect; and Smith.

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Mary Yuknavich was recently honored at a dinner given to recognize the many decades of service she has given to the community and the citizens of Wilkes-Barre Township. She was presented resolutions praising her service from the Governor, State Senator Yudichak, State Representative Eddie Day Pashinski, Congressman Lou Barletta and Mayor Carl Kuren. Over 200 individuals attended the affair including former Bishop James Timlin. Mary was a Wilkes-Barre Township Councilwoman for 20 years, serving as Council President for the last 10 years. From left, are Yuknavich and her husband, Frank.

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PLAINS TWP.: Polish Women’s Alliance of America, Council 40 and 44, 6 p.m., at Leggio’s, Route 315. Plans will be discussed for the Bal Polonaise scheduled for April 14 at the Ramada Inn, Wilkes-Barre.

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Marine Corps Pvt. Bradley S. Hanicak, son of Ann M. Hanicak, Dickson City, and Bradley Hanicak Sr. Duryea, recently completed 12 weeks of basic training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, S.C. In addition to the physical conditioning program, Hanicak spent numerous hours in classroom and field assignments which included learning first aid, uniform regulations, combat water survival, marksmanship, hand-to-hand combat and assorted weapons training.

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MOUNTAIN TOP: The Sons of the American Legion Mountain Post 781, Church Road, will hold its annual flea market and roast chicken dinner 8 a.m.-5 p.m. May 6. Vendors are needed. Cost for the flea market is $5 in the yard. Vendors must bring own table or tent. Registration is available by calling 570-3325658. The annual roast chicken dinner will also take place. Cost is $8 and includes a roasted chicken half, baked potato, coleslaw, roll and dessert. Serving will be noon-5:00 p.m. Public is welcome. For more information, visit www.alpost781.org or call 570474-2161.

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

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Dexter Marek, son of Luke and Nicole Marek, Plains Township, is celebrating his third birthday today, April 2. Dexter is a grandson of Edward and Cynthia Ogonosky, Hanover Township, and Raymond and Mary Jo Marek, Plains Township. He is a great-grandson of Edward and Mary Ogonosky, Moosic, and David Owens, Scranton. Dexter has a brother, Max, 5.

Tyler James Miller, son of Ciara Gregory and Jeremy Miller, Wyoming, is celebrating his sixth birthday today, April 2. Tyler is a grandson of Barbara and Paul Pituch, Plains Township; Laurie Kaub Blake, Pittston; Jerry Blake, Duryea; the late Michael Gregory; and the late Walter Miller. He is a great-grandson of Joan and Joseph Kaub, Scranton, and Barbara Roleski, WilkesBarre. Tyler has a brother, Cayden Joshua Miller, 1 1 months.

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Plains Lions Club will host its annual Easter Egg Hunt for the children of Plains Township 10 a.m. Saturday at the Plains Lions Pavilion, Plains Municipal Park, Clark Lane, Plains Township. Canned goods for local Plains food banks will also be collected. Children presenting a canned food item will receive a bonus prize ticket for the day’s drawing. Planning committee members, from left, first row, are Rob Sax, Francis Griffith and Jim Chiucchi. Second row: Mike Lambert, John Wolosky, Easter Bunny, Lion Mascot Alex, John Corcoran Sr. and Richard Yurish.

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Caitlyn M. Babuscak, daughter of Gail Day and Chris Babuscak, Mountain Top, is celebrating her second birthday today, April 2. Caitlyn is a granddaughter of Gabriel J. and Mary Lou Day, Plains Township, and Jack and Ellen Babuscak, Jenkins Township. She is a great-granddaughter of Genevieve Babuscak, Jenkins Township.

Caden J. Pawloski, son of Glenn and Joelle Pawloski, Leesburg, Va., is celebrating his 1 1th birthday today, April 2. Caden is a grandson of Joseph and Dolores Valvonis, Westminister, and Florence Pawloski, Mountain Top. He is a great-grandson of Sophie Valvonis, Plains Township.

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The Luzerne County Community College Foundation Inc. recently received a donation from the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 163 to the IBEW Endowed Scholarship Fund. The IBEW has made a five-year pledge of $10,000 to the scholarship fund. At the check presentation, from left: Peter Lello, major gifts/planned giving specialist, LCCC; Sandra Nicholas, executive director, LCCC Foundation Inc.; Michael Kwashnik, Local 163 business manager; Thomas P. Leary, president, LCCC; and John Nadolny, Local 163 training director.

The West Pittston Corps of The Salvation Army is planning its upcoming 100th anniversary celebration May 5-12. Several advisory board members were named to different committees and are busy preparing for the weeklong event. The celebration will begin on May 5 with the step off at the parade for the annual West Pittston Cherry Blossom Festival. Youth groups will perform an outdoor concert, weather permitting, on May 9. A banquet and awards presentation to commemorate the centennial will take place May 10. Community leaders Michael and Sandy Insalaco will be recognized for their years of support. A two-day open house will take place 4-8 p.m. May 11 and 1-4 p.m. May 12. Dinner reservations and ads for a 100th anniversary program booklet are now being solicited. To reserve a seat at the dinner or purchase an ad in the program book, contact Major Sheryl Hershey at 655-5947 or sheryl.hershey@use.salvationarmy.org Some of the committee members, from left, are AnnMarie Adonizio, Anthony Grieco, Rose Ferentino-Grimes and Major Sheryl Hershey. Also on the committee is Dr. Frank Casarella.

Noah E. Corcoran Noah Emile Corcoran, son of Kevin and Jennifer Corcoran, Shavertown, is celebrating his third birthday today, April 2. Noah is a grandson of Romeo and Tess Santos, Laflin, and John and Marilyn Corcoran, Plains Township. He has a sister, Olivia, 4.

Wyoming Valley Crime Clinic holds March meeting Joseph Lynch, intragovernmental coordinator for the Luzerne County 911 Center, was the guest speaker at the March meeting of the Crime Clinic of Greater Wyoming Valley. Lynch brought members up to date on the center’s newest program, the Smart911 system. Luzerne is the first county in the state to implement the system. Smart911 enables residents, through 911, to set up a preplanned emergency response in a secure environment. By participating in this program, minutes can be shaved off the time it takes to gather information and respond to emergency calls. Lynch encouraged residents to look into the program by going to the website Smart911.com and becoming a participant. At a certificate of appreciation presentation after the meeting, from left, are Lynch and District Justice David Barilla, president of the Crime Clinic.

Governor’s representative speaks to Rotarians Bill Goldworthy of the governor’s Northeastern Pennsylvania office recently spoke to Wilkes-Barre Rotarians about Governor Tom Corbett’s proposed budget. At the event, from left, are Goldworthy and Donna Sedor, Wilkes-Barre Rotary Club president, Greater Wilkes-Barre Chamber of Commerce. To join the Rotary Club of Wilkes-Barre, contact Donna Sedor at 570-823-2101.

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Pittston Knights make donations to flood-relief efforts Knights of Columbus Pittston Council 372 recently donated $1,650 to the local chapters of the American Red Cross and the Salvation Army for the organizations’ efforts in helping victims of the recent flooding. A fundraiser was sponsored by the Knights of Columbus. A raffle was held for a 40-inch HDTV and DVD with surround sound which was donated by Chris Grudzinski of Grudzinski Financial Services. At the check presentation to the Salvation Army (above), from left: Joe Rudick; Ed Slade; Fran Ankenbrand, committee chairman; John Domanski; Major Sheryl Hershey; John Snitko; Greg Serfass, Grand Knight; and Ted Horowitz. At the check presentation to the American Red Cross (below), from left: Chris Grudzinski; Fran Ankenbrand, committee chairman; Joanna Springer, regional director, American Red Cross; and Greg Serfass, Grand Knight.

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Woman who is happily single hesitates at thought of marrying again Dear Abby: I’m a woman in my early 30s. Since my early 20s nearly every guy I’ve had friendly contact with has fallen in love with me. I was married twice and hated it both times. I have been single for a few years and love it. I have mostly avoided men during this time. I started dating again about six months ago and have been seeing a man who is fantastic. He has hinted at marriage, and I’m terrified because I’m afraid that I will “lose” myself. I enjoy my life the way it is, but I’m worried that eventually I will want a partnership, and this would be the man for me.

DEAR ABBY ADVICE The idea of going to the next level makes me want to end the relationship. I’m afraid I can’t commit to this man. How do I know if I’m better off single where things are good, or take a chance on another marriage where things may not turn out so well? Is marriage for everyone? — Happily Single ... For Now Dear Happily Single ... For Now: Because of the number of Americans who are divorced or living together without marriage, I would have to say no, marriage isn’t for everyone. But when you get it right and have built

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Dear Dad: The most qualified person to do that would be your family physician, or Gabi’s pediatrician if she has one. It’s common knowledge that there is an obesity epidemic in this country, and if your daughter continues to pack on the pounds, she could be at risk for health problems. Your wife may be going to the opposite extreme in trying not to make your daughter self-conscious about her weight. I agree with you that this is a subject that is better addressed now than later, so schedule a consultation. To receive a collection of Abby’s most memorable — and most frequently requested — poems and essays, send a business-sized, self-addressed envelope, plus check or money order for $3.95 ($4.50 in Canada) to: Dear Abby’s “Keepers,” P.O. Box 447, Mount Morris, IL 61054-0447. (Postage is included.)

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LEGAL NOTICE

INVITATION FOR BIDS The Housing Development Corporation of Northeastern Pennsylvania will receive Bids for the Courtright Neighborhood Home Ownership Phase 3 Contract, generally comprised of the construction of six (6) for-sale homes in a combination of single-family houses and twin house units and all related lot improvements, including but not limited to sanitary sewer and domestic water connections, utility services for electric, gas, telephone and cable TV, bituminous paving of driveways, cement concrete leadwalks, topsoil, seeding of lawn areas, landscaping, and all incidental work related thereto. The Owner has purchased all City of Wilkes-Barre building permits in advance. These permits are transferable to the winning bidder at no charge, and are valid without need for renewal for the full extent of the period of this Contract. Bids will be received until 3:00P.M. (local time) on the 30th day of April, 2012 at the offices of the Housing Development Corporation of Northeastern Pennsylvania, located at 163 Amber Lane, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702. The Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at that time. CONTRACT DOCUMENTS, including DRAWINGS and PROJECT MANUAL, may be examined and obtained at the Housing Development Corporation of NEPA, 163 Amber Lane, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702. CONTRACT DOCUMENTS may also be examined at the Northeastern Pennsylvania Contractors Association, Inc., 1075 Oak Street, Suite 3, Pittston, PA 18640. PROJECT MANUAL is in one binding and DRAWINGS are bound separately. Bidders may secure DRAWINGS and a PROJECT MANUAL upon payment of one hundred forty-five dollars ($145.00). All construction work is included in one Prime Contract. Checks shall be made payable to Housing Development Corporation of NEPA, and will not be refunded. Bidders and SubBidders, such as Sub-Contractors and Materialmen, may secure additional CONTRACT DOCUMENTS upon payment of thirty-five dollars ($35.00) per PROJECT MANUAL and three dollars ($3.00) for each DRAWING. The Labor Standards, Wage Determination Decision and Anti-Kickback regulations (29CFR, Part 3) issued by the Secretary of Labor are included in the contract documents of this project and govern all work under the contract. The contractor must comply with the minimum rates for wages for laborers and mechanics as determined by the Secretary of Labor in accordance with the provisions of the Davis-Bacon and Related Acts. The Housing Development Corporation of NEPA will provide training and guidance to the successful bidder in Davis-Bacon compliance. Non-discrimination in EmploymentBidders on this work will be required to insure that employees and applicants for employment are not discriminated against on the basis of their race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability or familial status in employment or the provision of services. The successful bidder must utilize to the greatest extent feasible, minority and/or women-owned businesses located in the municipality, county or general trade area. The Housing Development Corporation of Northeastern Pennsylvania does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability or familial status in employment or the provision of services. The Housing Development Corporation of Northeastern Pennsylvania is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The Housing Development Corporation of Northeastern Pennsylvania reserves the right to reject any or all Bids and to waive informalities in the Bidding. BIDS may be held by OWNER for a period of not to exceed thirty (30) days from the date of the opening of BIDS for the purpose of reviewing the BIDS and investigating the qualifications of Bidders, prior to awarding of the CONTRACT. Housing Development Corporation of Northeastern Pennsylvania

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS Luzerne County Community College Purchasing Department will receive sealed PROPOSALS for the following: BEVERAGE VENDING SERVICES. Firms interested in submitting a proposal should call the College’s Purchasing Office at 570740-0370, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. to request specifications. Proposals must be received before 3 P.M. local prevailing time, on Tuesday, May 1, 2012. Luzerne County Community College reserves the right to waive any informalities, irregularities, defects, errors, or omissions in, or to reject any or all proposals or parts thereof.

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Friday 4:00 pm on Thursday Holidays call for deadlines You may email your notices to mpeznowski@ timesleader.com or fax to 570-831-7312 or mail to The Times Leader 15 N. Main Street Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711 For additional information or questions regarding legal notices you may call Marti Peznowski at 570-970-7371 or 570-829-7130

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ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Ray A. Chapman Late of Clarks Summit, Lackawanna County PA died February 19, 2012, Letters Testamentary granted. All persons having claims against such Estate, shall make them known and present them, and all persons indebted to said descendant shall make payment thereof without delay to: Terry Chapman, executor, 732 Radcliffe Road, Lanoka Harbor, NJ 08734

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PUBLIC NOTICE

Official Notice is hereby given that the Luzerne County Flood Protection Authority is soliciting Requests for Proposals from qualified, experienced parties for the following: Appraisal Services Proposals must be submitted to Mr. James J. Brozena, P.E. at the Luzerne County Protection Authority Office, located at 65 Reichard Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711 no later than 3:30 P.M. on Monday, April 9, 2012 . Complete specifications are available at the Flood Protection Authority’s Office, 65 Reichard Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711; by mail at the Luzerne County Flood Protection Authority, 200 North River Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711 or electronically at www.luzernecounty.org. The Luzerne County Flood Protection Authority is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. By order of Stephen A. Urban, Chairman Luzerne County Flood Protection Authority The Luzerne County Flood Protection Authority Office is a facility accessible to persons with disabilities. Please notify the Authority, no less than 48 hours in advance, if special accommodations are required.

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LEGAL NOTICE CHARTER: FOR-PROFIT BUSINESS CORPORATION The name of the proposed corporation is: R&M CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, INC. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Articles of Incorporation have been filed with the Department of State of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, pursuant to the provisions of Business Corporation Law of 1988, Act of December 21, 1988, P.L. 1444, No. 177 on May 22, 2006 to be effective July 1, 2006. Nicole Plank, Esq. Georgeadis Setley 4 Park Plaza, 2nd Floor Wyomissing, PA 19610

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LEGAL NOTICE MARCH 15, 2012 JANITORIAL SUPPLIES TECHNOLOGY INTERSCHOLASTIC SPORTS Bids will be received in the Wyoming Valley West Administration Building, 450 N. Maple Ave., Kingston, not later than 11:00AM on TUESDAY, APRIL 10, 2012. Bids will be opened in the Administration Building, 450 N. Maple Avenue at 11:00AM on TUESDAY, APRIL 10, 2012. Bid sheets together with instructions for bidding, may be obtained at the Wyoming Valley West Administration Building, 450 N. Maple Avenue, Kingston, PA The Board reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids or any part of any bid. BY: Joanne Wood Board Secretary Wyoming Valley West School District

GET THE WORD OUT with a Classified Ad. 570-829-7130 Notice of Bid In accordance with the provisions of section 807.1 of the Pennsylvania School Code, the North Pocono School district solicits sealed bids for the General, Art, Athletic & Janitorial Supplies for the 2012-2013 school year. Sealed proposals will be received by the North Pocono School District until 1:00 pm May 2, 2012. All bids will be exclusively received and processed through the eSchoolmall Easybid application process at www.eschoolmall.com; the failure to follow this process (no paper submissions will be considered) will disqualify the bid submission. Bid instructions can be obtained from the North Pocono School District by calling 570-8427659 ext. 4157, or by calling eSchoolmall at 877-9697246. Bids will be opened at 2:00 pm on May 2, 2012. The North Pocono School District reserves the right to accept or reject any and/or all bids or to accept a single item, to increase or decrease quantities or amounts, to award the contract in total or in part, does not bind itself to accept the bid of the lowest bidder but to award the contract in the best interest of the school district. Dennis J. Cawley Business Manager/Board Secretary North Pocono School District

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HAWK 2011 UTILITY ATV

NEW!! Full size adult ATV. Strong 4 stroke motor. CVT fully automatic transmission with reverse. Electric start. Front & rear luggage racks. Long travel suspension. Disc brakes. Dual stage head lights. Perfect for hunters & trail riders alike. BRAND NEW & READY TO RIDE. $1,995 takes it away. 570-817-2952 Wilkes-Barre

POLARIS`03 330 MAGNUM Shaft ride system.

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

TOMAHAWK`11

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CHEVROLET `99 MONTE CARLO Z34, V6, white, all

power with power sunroof. CD player, cloth interior. High mileage. $1,100. 570-332-8909

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FORD ‘01 F150 XLT Pickup Triton V8,

auto, 4x4 Super Cab, all power, cruise control, sliding rear window $4,450.

CHEVY ‘04 MALIBU CLASSIC door, 4 cylinder,

4 auto, good condition. 120k. $2,850.

PLYMOUTH ‘92 ACCLAIM 4 door , 4 cylinder, auto. Very good condition. $1,650

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‘00 VOLKSWAGEN GTI

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

HONDA `96 ACCORD Sunroof, two new

tires, good condition, 4 door, white. $2,200 570-466-5079

MERCEDES BENZ ‘93

400 SEL. 190,000 mi, fully loaded, full power, sunroof, cruise, air, am/fm cassette w/6 CD auto changer. black w/tan leather interior, no rust, very good condition. $2,995. 817-5930

MERCURY `79 ZEPHYR

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

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

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CHEVROLET `90 CELEBRITY STATION WAGON

New Jersey to Bermuda Explorer of the Seas 09/09/12

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412 Autos for Sale

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570-825-3368 AUDI `01 A6 QUATTRO

123,000 miles, 4.2 liter V8, 300hp, silver with black leather,heated steering wheel, new run flat tires, 17” rims, 22 mpg, German mechanic owned. $6,495. OBO. 570-822-6785

AUDI ‘03 TT ROADSTER CONVERTIBLE BEAUTIFUL AUTO1.8. 4 cylinder

Loaded, silver black leather. 66,000 miles. Bose premium sound. 6 CD changer. New tires, inspection, timing belt. Garaged, no snow. $11,200. 570-592-2458

BEN’S AUTO SALES RT 309 W-B Twp. Near Wegman’s 570-822-7359

08 ESCAPE 4X4 $12,495 09Journey SE $12,495 07Spectra EX $9,495 10 FUSION SEL $13,995 07 FOCUS SE $8,495 05Stratus SXT $6,995 Full Notary Service Tags & Title Transfers

BMW `00 528I Premium sound

package, very clean, recently tuned, seat memory, silver. 26 mpg on trips, 122,500K $6,100 570-704-7286

CHEVROLET `08 IMPALA Excellent condition, new tires, 4 door, all power, 34,000 miles. $11,999. 570-836-1673

CHEVROLET ‘06 CORVETTE CONVERTIBLE

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

CHEVY ‘07 IMPALA LS Only 40k miles $11,500

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

Metallic gray, sunroof, leather, Bose Satellite with CD radio, heated seats, traction control, fully loaded. Remote Start. 50k miles. $14,975 or trade. (570) 639-5329

CHRYSLER ‘04 SEBRING CONVERTIBLE

Silver, 2nd owner clean title. Very clean inside & outside. Auto, Power mirrors, windows. CD player, cruise, central console heated power mirrors. 69,000 miles. $4900. 570-991-5558

CHRYSLER ‘07 SEBRING

Low miles, heated seats, moonroof, 1 owner. $11,900 560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

CROSSROAD MOTORS 570-825-7988

700 Sans Souci Highway WE SELL FOR LESS!! ‘11 DODGE DAKOTA CREW 4x4, Bighorn 6 cyl. 14k, factory warranty. $21,999 ‘11 HYUNDAI ELANTRA 3950 miles. Factory Warranty. New Condition $17,499 ‘10 Dodge Nitro SE 21k alloys, cruise, tint, factory warranty $18,599 ‘09 JEEP LIBERTY LIMITED Power sunroof. Only 18K. Factory Warranty. $19,199 ‘09 DODGE CALIBER SXT 2.0 AutomatiC 24k Factory Warranty! $11,399 ‘08 Chrysler Sebring Conv. Touring 6 cyl only 32k $12,999 ‘08 SUBARU Special Edition 42K. 5 speed AWD. Factory warranty. $12,499 ‘08 CHEVY IMPALA LS 4 door, only 37K! 5 Yr. 100K factory warranty $11,199 ‘05 HONDA CRV EX One owner. Just traded. 65K. $12,799 ‘06 FORD FREESTAR Rear air, 62k $7999 ‘02 DODGE CARAVAN 87k, 7 passenger $4499 ‘01 LINCOLN TOWN CAR Executive 74K $5,599 TITLE TAGS FULL NOTARY SERVICE 6 M ONTH WARRANTY

er, A/C, Sirius satellite, cloth interior, 3,000 miles. Great on gas. $23,000 570-822-3328

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CAR STARTER automatic, Bulldog model, never used $50. 570-826-0830

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FORD `91 MUSTANG

HYUNDAI ‘04 ELANTRA Black exterior, auto-

GT Fastback. 5.0 Auto. Rebuilt drivetrain. New professional paint job. Good looking. Runs strong. $5,300 570-283-8235

FORD `93 MUSTANG Convertible. 5.0. 5

speed. New top. Professional paint job. Show car. $6,500. Call 570-283-8235

& seats, cruise control. Recent inspection. Asking $1,000. Call 570-604-9325

FORD ‘02 MUSTANG

GTRedCONVERTIBLE with black

top. 6,500 miles. One Owner. Excellent Condition. $17,500 570-760-5833

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HYUNDAI ‘07 SANTE FE

AWD, auto, alloys $14,880

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

HYUNDAI ‘11 SONATA GLS, 1 Owner, only 11k miles $18,800

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

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HONDA `05 ACCORD LX COUPE Great condition. 4 cylinder (2.4 liters). 61,800 miles, 2 wheel drive, sun roof. $9,000 FIRM. Call 570-301-4854

HONDA `07 ACCORD SPECIAL EDITION

4 cylinder, low mileage, fully equipped, excellent condition. $13,250 570-654-8371

HONDA ‘01 CIVIC

Sedan, gold exterior 5-speed great on gas comes with a 3month power train warranty $ 4,500.

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HONDA ‘02 CIVIC EX

Auto, moonroof, 1 owner. $8,888 560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

HONDA ‘03 ACCORD EX Leather, moonroof $9,977

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

HONDA ‘05 CIVIC Sedan, red exterior,

102k, automatic, reliable & economical car comes with a 3-month power train warranty Clean title. $5,999.99

SPRING STREET AUTO 570-825-3313

HONDA ‘08 ACCORD 4 door, EXL with

navigation system. 4 cyl, silver w/ black interior. Satellite radio, 6CD changer, heated leather seats, high, highway miles. Well maintained. Monthly service record available. Call Bob. 570-479-0195

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JAGUAR `02 S-TYPE One owner, like new, well maintained & inspected. 77,000 miles. $6,500 570-313-9967

KIA ‘11 SORENTO LX

1 owner, AWD, low miles. $22,880

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

LEXUS `01 ES 300 80,000 miles,

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

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ALL JUNK CARS! CA$H PAID MERCEDES ‘99 BENZ S320exterior, Silver loaded r-title. $6,999.99

SPRING STREET AUTO 570-825-3313

MERCURY `05 SABLE LS PREMIUM Moon roof, alloys, all power, 24 valve V6. Original owner, perfectly maintained, needs nothing 49,200 miles. $9,495 570-474-6205

NISSAN `05 SENTRA

SE/R 2.5L 4cylinder. Black. Moonroof. Remote Start. Runs excellent. 102K. Well maintained. $5,900. Negotiable. 570-457-5838

PONTIAC `02 FIREBIRD 42,000 miles,

garage kept 18’ chrome wheels, Raptor hood with a Ram Air package. $10,000, negotiable (570) 852-1242

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PORSCHE `85 944

Coupe. Low mileage, 110,000 miles, 5 speed, performance chip, extra exhaust system, abs, a/c, power accessories, Radio/CD changer, leather interior, rear defroster, tinted windows, custom wheels, $5,750. (570) 817-1803

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OLDSMOBILE `68 DELMONT

to choose From

starting at $12,400 560 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

TOYOTA YARIS ‘10

Great Gas Saver $11,990

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

VOLKSWAGEN ‘04 TOUREG 95k, V-8 , HID Headlights, 1 owner never in accident, loaded super clean, $13,999.

570-825-3313

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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

DESOTO CUSTOM ‘49 4 DOOR SEDAN

3 on the tree with fluid drive. This All American Classic Icon runs like a top at 55MPH. Kin to Chrysler, Dodge, Plymouth, Imperial Desoto, built in the American Midwest, after WWII, in a plant that once produced B29 Bombers. In it’s original antiquity condition, with original shop & parts manuals, she’s beautifully detailed and ready for auction in Sin City. Spent her entire life in Arizona and New Mexico, never saw a day of rain or rust. Only $19,995. To test drive, by appointment only, Contact Tony at 570-899-2121 or penntech84th@ gmail.com

FORD `52 COUNTRY SEDAN CUSTOM LINE

STATION WAGON V8, automatic, 8 passenger, 3rd seat, good condition, 2nd owner. REDUCED TO $6,500. 570-579-3517 570-455-6589

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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. Reduced price to $26,000. Call 570-825-6272

MERCEDES-BENZ `73 450SLC 80,000 miles, sunroof, excellent condition. PRICE REDUCED $9,000. 570-489-8026

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Motorcycles

YAMAHA ‘97 ROYALSTAR 1300

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

442 RVs & Campers Must Sell! Appraised for $9,200 • All original

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

421

Boats & Marinas

MIRRORCRAFT ‘01 FISHING BOAT LOADED. 30 hp

Johnson, Bow mounted trolling motor, 2 fish finders, live well, bilge, lights, swivel seats and trailer. Garage kept. $5,900.

WINNEBAGO ‘02 ADVENTURER 35 Foot, double slides, V-10 Ford. Central air, full awnings, one owner, pet & smoke free. Excellent condition and low mileage. $68,000. Call 570-594-6496

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BUICK ‘04 Rendezvous

Heritage Edition, leather, sunroof, 3rd seat 1 Owner, local trade $7495 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

CHEVROLET `04 COLORADO Z71

Call Chuck at 570-466-2819

SILVERCRAFT

Heavy duty 14’ aluminum boat with trailer, great shape. $1,500. 570-822-8704 or cell 570-498-5327

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FORD `95 CROWN VICTORIA V-8, power windows

FORD `12 ESCAPE 4 x 4, V6, all pow-

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Commercial Trucks & Equipment

CHEVY ‘08 3500 HD DUMP TRUCK 2WD, automatic.

Only 12,000 miles. Vehicle in like new condition. $19,000. 570-288-4322

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Motorcycles

BMW ‘07 K1200 GT

Low mileage. Many extras. Clean. $9,000 (570) 646-2645

BMW 2010 K1300S Only 460 miles! Has

Full 4 door, all wheel drive, 5 cylinder, automatic, A/C, all power. 1 owner, well maintained, 122K miles. $11,750. Trade Ins Accepted 570-466-2771

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 ‘03 Dyna Wide Glide

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

HSoft ARLEY DAVIDSON ‘80 riding FLH. King of the Highway! Mint original antique show winner. Factory spot lights, wide white tires, biggest Harley built. Only 28,000 original miles! Never needs inspection, permanent registration. $7,995 OBO 570-905-9348

HONDA ‘84 XL200R 8,000 original miles,

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

POLARIS ‘00 VICTORY CRUISER 14,000 miles,

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

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

DODGE `01 RAM

4 x 4 off road & tow package, after market ram air functional hood. Headers, advanced performance chip. Oil always changed with synthetic Royal Purple. Satellite radio with two 1,000 watt amps. 10” Memphis bass speakers. Clarion Speakers throughout. Almost 200,000 miles, runs good, some rust. $2,300 570-499-5431

FORD `10 F150 BLACK KING RANCH

4X4 LARIAT 145” WB STYLESIDE

5.4L V8 engine Electronic 6 speed automatic. Brown leather “King Ranch” interior. Heat/cool front seats. Power moonroof, rear view camera, 18” aluminum wheels, tow package, navigation system. 23,000 miles. Asking $33,000 Call Jeff @ 570-829-7172

FORD `94 F150

Regular cab with cap, only 90,000 miles. One owner, runs great. $3,000 570-735-2243

570-825-3313

CHEVROLET ‘05 TRAILBLAZER EXT LS White exterior,

entertainment package, front & rear heat & A/C 119k RTitle $8,999.99.

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CHEVY `99 SILVERADO

CHEVY ‘03 SILVERADO

HARLEY DAVIDSON ‘01 Electra Glide, Ultra

CHRYSLER ‘02 TOWN & COUNTRY V6. Like new!

SPRING STREET AUTO

4wd , looks & runs great, 58k r-title. $4,500.

Call 570-262-0914 Leave message.

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

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

CHEVROLET ‘02 BLAZERexterior, Maroon

Auto. V6 Vortec. Standard cab. 8’ bed with liner. Dark Blue. 99K miles. $4,400 or best offer 570-823-8196

HARLEY 2011 HERITAGE SOFTTAIL

Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

High top conversion van, burgundy, very well maintained. Gently driven, nice condition. $2,200. 570-829-6417

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

$15,000 FIRM.

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

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

CHEVY ‘99 BLAZER

FORD `95 F150

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

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

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

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

FORD2V6. ‘04Clean, EXPLORER

Clean SUV! $5995 WD. Extra cab. Call For Details! 570-696-4377 1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

CHEVY ‘04 MONTE CARLO Silver with Black

Leather, Sunroof, Very Sharp! $5,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

CHRYSLER `02 TOWN & COUNTRY

JEEP 02 GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO

6 cylinder 4 WD, air conditioning power windows, door locks, cruise, dual air bags, tilt wheel, AM/FM/CD. keyless remote. 130k miles. $5400. 570-954-3390

KIA ‘07 SPORTAGE EX

4WD, Leather, Moonroof $12,724

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

KIA ‘08 SPORTAGE EX 4WD, Low Miles. $14,800

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

MITSUBISHI `11

OUTLANDER SPORT SE AWD, Black interi-

or/exterior, start/ stop engine with keyless entry, heated seats, 18” alloy wheels, many extra features. Only Low Miles. 10 year, 100,000 mile warranty. $22,500. Willing to negotiate. Serious inquires only - must sell, going to law school. (570) 793-6844

NISSAN `04 PATHFINDER ARMADA Excellent condition.

Too many options to list. Runs & looks excellent. $10,995 570-655-6132 or 570-466-8824

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TOYOTA ‘08 4 RUNNER

1 Owner, moonroof & alloys. $22,500 560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

TOYOTA ‘08 4 RUNNER

1 Owner, moonroof & alloys. $22,500 560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

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506 Administrative/ Clerical

ASSISTANT TO THE PRESIDENT OF MANUFACTURING

At our Hanover Township location. Individual will handle Purchase Orders by matching PO’s to packing slips. Also, the individual will verify attendance, some data entry and miscellaneous office duties as required. COMPETITIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE

All qualified individuals are asked to forward their resumes to: Medico Industries, Inc., Attn: Human Resources 1500 Highway 315 Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711. EOE.

507 Banking/Real Estate/Mortgage Professionals

COMMUNITY OFFICE MANAGER First Keystone Community Bank is recruiting a manager to direct and organize the sales and service functions of their Kingston Office located at 299 Wyoming Avenue, Kingston. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing customer relationships and providing customers with direct service relating to all bank products in order to meet growth, sales, and profit objectives. Previous experience in related bank operations and/or management positions required. Must be self-motivated and possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills. We offer a competitive compensation rate and an excellent benefit package. Please send resume and cover letter with salary requirements or submit application to: First Keystone Community Bank Human Resource Department 111 West Front Street, Berwick, PA 18603 EO/AA Employer

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Looking for experienced Barbers to work at a new location in Wilkes-Barre. Will have vending machines, pool table and more. Will open 4/1/12. For more information please call

FORD ‘04 RANGER Super Cab

AWD. V8 automatic. A/C. New brakes & tires. Price reduced $10,250. Call 570-474-6028

HONDA ‘09 CRV LX AWD. 1 owner. $15,900

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

Beauty/ Cosmetology

BARBERS

574-1275

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

One Owner, 4x4, 5 Speed, Highway miles. Sharp Truck! $5,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

Accounting/ Finance

immediate opening for a full-time Accountant. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and have a desire to excel in a dynamic and customer-driven environment. Successful candidate should have five years of accounting experience preferably with a banking or finance related institution. Position requires a strong knowledge of GAAP, proficiency in Excel and overall computer skills, and a proven history of teamwork, organizational and time management skills. Responsibilities include preparation of monthly and quarterly financial statements; account reconciliations; analyzing financial statements for trends; compliance with regulatory requirements, GAAP and internal policies and procedures; and managing and completing assigned projects to support department and Bank goals. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefit package. Please send résumé and cover letter with salary requirements to: First Keystone Community Bank Human Resource Department 111 West Front Street, Berwick, PA 18603 EO/AA Employer

Anytime

GMC `05 SAVANA 1500 Cargo Van.

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

condition, automatic. $13,500 570-675-2620

Leather, alloys & moonroof $16,995

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

Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

JEEP `08 LIBERTY STAFF ACCOUNTANT First Keystone ComSPORT munity Bank has an 45,000 miles, good

FORD ‘08 ESCAPE XLT

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

CHEVY 99 SILVERADO 4X4 Auto. V8. Bargain

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Accounting/ Finance

Accounts Receivable Clerk/ Receptionist W V YOMING

ALLEY

COUNTRY CLUB Country Club experience preferred but not necessary. Must be personable & proficient in MS Office. Excellent computer & organizational skills. Send cover letter & resume to: WVCC – AR Position PO Box 996; Wilkes-Barre, PA 18703 or email: wvccgm@ptd.net No phone calls please.

570-956-8937

HAIR STYLIST OR NAIL TECH Experienced with clientele. 570-474-7208 leave message

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Building/ Construction/ Skilled Trades

CARPENTER Experienced Full-time position Please fax resume to 570-718-0661 or e-mail to employment@ ruckno.com

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FOX HILL COUNTRY CLUB Seeking

HEALTHCARE SERVICES GROUP is currently hiring 2 cooks. Apply in person Monday-Friday 9am -4pm at Highland Manor, 750 Schooley Ave Exeter, PA

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‘08 FORD F-250 HARLEY DAVIDSON ED. $ Black, Crew Cab, 4x4, Only 17K Miles, Must See! 44,995 ‘ 1 0 TOYOTA TACOMA ACCESS CAB $

27,995 15,995 ‘08 DODGE AVENGER SXT $ 14,995 ‘ 1 0 CHRYSLER SEBRING TOURING $ 13,995 ‘05 CHEVY MONTE CARLO LT $ 10,995 ‘04 DODGE STRATUS $ 9,995 ‘98 FORD F150 SUPER CAB $ 9,995 ‘04 PONTIAC GRAND AM SE $ 7,995 ‘03 KIA OPTIMA LX $ 6,495 ‘99 DODGE NEON $ 5,495 V6, 4X4, SR5, TRD Sport, Only 9K Miles......

‘10 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS $ Silver, Only 16K Miles, Sunroof ...................... Blue, 4 Cyl, 31K Miles, Sunroof .......................

Burgundy, 4 Cyl, PW, PDL, 34K Miles.................... Red, Sunroof, Leather, Only 49K Miles.....

Gold, SXT, Sunroof, 48K Miles..............................

Black, 4x4, XLT, 68K, 1 Owner ...............................

Maroon, 4 Dr, 4 Cyl, 71K Miles............................... White, V-6, Nicely Equipped, 83K Miles.........

Pewter, 4 Dr, Auto, Only 62K Miles....................

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LANDSCAPE PERSONNEL Hydroseed and

soil erosion control experience helpful. Valid drivers license a must. Top wages paid. Unlimited overtime. Apply in person. 8am-4pm. Monday-Friday 1204 Main Street Swoyersville Varsity Inc. No Calls Please E.O.E. LAWN DOCTOR

Fertilizer Technician Full time position

applying fertilizer and weed control, licensed applicator for categories 6 and or 7 preferred but not required. Must be able to work out side and have a valid and clean drivers license. Pay rate based on experience. Send resume to group805@lawn doctor.com

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825-7577

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04 Chevy Venture.....................$5,995 03 Chevy Tracker 4x4.........$5,950 02 Chevy Venture Warner Bros. Edit .$5,750

02 Ford Windstar 88K ..........$5,450

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04 VW Jetta 59K ......................... 8,250 06 Kia Spectra 54K ...................$7,995 08 Chevy Cobalt 61K ...............$7,495 07 Chevy Aveo 84K..................$6,950 02 Dodge Neo 77K....................$5,995 04 Pontiac Grand Am 4 Cyl $5,495 04 Hyundai Elantra 84K ....$5,495 04 Chevy Malibu ........................$4,995 04 Suzuki Forenza 86K........$4,995 02 Hyundai XG350 ..................$4,995 04 Hyundai Sonata .................$4,975 00 Mitsubishi Eclipse ..........$4,695 99 Chrysler Sebring Convt. 59K $4,550 02 Saturn SL2 ............................... $4,100 02 Pontiac Sunﬁre Moonroof..$3,995 99 Dodge Stratus 4 Cyl............$3,650 $

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Houff is hiring company drivers and Owner-Operators to work out of Hazleton Pa. Work 5 days and off 48 hours weekly. Service area from PA to NC doing pickup & delivery, drop & hook, and terminal-to-terminal runs. Full company benefit package. Company driver average $1250 weekly & OwnerOperator average $4000 gross weekly. HOUFF TRANSFER is well known for outstanding customer service, safety, and reliability. Requires 5+ years experience, safe driving record, and Hazmat within 60 days. Lease equipment ideally should be 5 yrs old or newer. Info Ed Miller @ 877-234-9233 or 540-234-9233. Apply www.houff.com

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.

Day Porter- Cleaner Full and Part Time

Position starting May 1st- for experienced person with light maintenance skills and floor care knowledge. $9.00/hour to start. 2nd Shift position also open for 5pm8pm. General cleaning. Located in Pittston area. Apply online at: www. sovereigncs.com EOE and Drug Free Workplace

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.

Logistics/ Transportation

TRUCK DRIVER

Feel free to contact Kevin McGrath 608-207-5006 or Jan Hunt 608-364-9716 visit our web site www.blackhawk transport.com

CDL CLASS A TRUCK DRIVERS WANTED Local trucking

company looking for motivated class A CDL drivers to join our team. Van and Flatbed work available. Lease to own options. Call 877-295-0849, ext 304 or 301 for more info.

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COURIER Mountain Top, PA

company seeks a part/full time courier to perform pickups of samples for a specified schedule and route in the tristate area. Candidates must have previous driving route experience and a valid/clean drivers license and record. No CDL required. Please fax letter of interest to 1-800-265-9794.

All qualified individuals are asked to forward their resumes to: Medico Industries, Inc., Attn: Human Resources 1500 Highway 315 Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711. EOE.

Sign on bonus for experienced drivers working in the gas & oil industry Located in Tunkhannock we are seeking experienced drivers who have a clean MVR and excellent safety record. Call 570-298-0924

Full time, dayshift. Some evening and weekend. Excellent driving record and computer skills. USAGAIN 486 SOUTH EMPIRE ST. WILKES-BARRE, PA TEL. 570-270-2670

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RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: •Must have valid CDL license •Drives tractor with capacity of more than 3 tons to transport and deliver cargo •Maintains contact with base to receive dispatch instructions •Maintains truck log according to state and federal regulations •Keeps record of products transported and obtains customer signature or collects payment for goods delivered and delivery charges •Secures cargo for transport and operates equipment on vehicle to load, unload, or disperse cargo •Loads and unloads truck manually •Cleans vehicle •Reports any problems or repairs that need to be addressed COMPETITIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE

TRUCK DRIVER

Transport Assistant Route driving.

Logistics/ Transportation

TRACTOR-TRAILER DRIVERS Home 48 hours

O/O'S & CO FLATBED DRIVERS SIGN ON BONUS

Sovereign Commercial Services is seeking to add new members to the team for many position between MidValley-Scrantonand Wilkes-BarreHanover Area. Position range from 10-40 hours a week. Professional cleaning position with general cleaning, restrooms, and floor care helpful. Starting rate from $8.75 up to $10.50 for full time 2nd shift. Apply online: www. sovereigncs.com EOE and Drug Free Workplace

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DIRECT CARE WORKER Allied Services

In-Home Services division has parttime weekend night shift hours available in Luzerne County. Minimum of one (1) year home care experience and valid driver’s license required. If interested, please apply online at: www.alliedservices.org or call Trish Tully at (570) 348-2237. BILINGUAL INDIVIDUALS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. ALLIED SERVICES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

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Needs experienced Med Techs and Aides. Apply 9am-2pm. 51 Main Street, Pittston.

duty case in the Dallas area for 3-11 and 11-7 shifts. Call Jessica at 451-3050 for immediate interview.

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RNS AND LPNS needed for private

415 Kidder Street Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702

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Keystone Automotive Operations, Inc. 100 Slocum Ave., Exeter, PA 18643 570-655-4514 Fax: (570) 655-8115

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Part Time and Full Time on First & Second Shift (Sunday-Thursday) We are seeking energetic individuals with distribution experience and a great work ethic for 1ST/2ND shift. We offer benefits and a competitive starting wage with potential for rapid increase based on performance. Interested individuals should apply in person at:

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(in cold weather)

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FULL TIME TECHNICIAN/ SURGICAL TECHNICIAN We need an LPN or ST who will screen patients for their office visit as well as assist the physician in surgery. Ideal candidate will be a friendly, calm person who will constantly strive to do accurate work. Experience a plus. Extensive on the job training will be provided. APPLY ONLINE: www.icare specialists.com SUBMIT RESUME: HR Dept. 703 Rutter Ave. Kingston, PA 18704 Fax: 570-287-2434

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WINDOW CLEANERS

PA Driver’s license required, ability to lift and climb ladders and work on roofs. 570-288-6794

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Production/ Operations

DISTRIBUTION CLERKS WILKES-BARRE Are you a night owl looking for part-time work? Position is TEMP-HIRE $9.75 Per Hour! Thursday-Saturday 3pm1:30am REQUIREMENTS FOR CONSIDERATION: -PROFESSIONAL RESUME with Solid Work History -Submit to a Background & Drug Screen -HS Diploma/GED - Stand on Feet All Day - Basic Computer Skills

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MANUFACTURING POSITIONS

A well-established local manufacturer is looking for full time experienced Loom Fixer for 2nd shift. A comprehensive benefit package, which includes 401K.

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American Silk Mills 75 Stark Street Plains, PA 18705

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Production/ Operations

WEB PRESS SUPERVISOR

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED. • Vocational/technical degree or equivalent experience. • Front-line supervision experience plus technical and interpersonal skills. • Knowledge of all Pressroom procedures. • Courses in printing and college degree in Printing and Management a plus • Knowledge of general maintenance work instructions. • Ability to develop new techniques for handling work. • Ability to anticipate problems and prevent them from happening

Apply in person or send resume to:

Offset Paperback Mfrs., Inc. 2211 Memorial Hwy. Dallas, PA 18612 509

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CGGVeritas has immediate openings in our land field seismic operations in Pennsylvania. We are hiring:

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Thursday, April 12

Quality Inn, Wilkes-Barre 10AM, 2PM, 6PM 880 Kidder Street Successful candidates must be 18 years of age, pass a pre-employment drug test, health assessment and criminal background check.

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Full or Part Time MACHINE OPERATOR Benefits for full time. Send resume or apply in person, Monday-Friday 8:30a - 6pm, Saturday 9a-1:30pm to: Luzerne Optical 180 N. WilkesBarre Blvd. Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702

Production/ Operations

Local Printer is looking for an experienced cold set web press production shift supervisor. Candidate will supervise the shift activities of the Press Dept and is responsible for achieving safety, quality and productivity performance goals. Weekend and holiday work may be required as needed. Union shop supervisory experience is desirable.

Applications can be obtained at:

American Silk Mills 75 Stark Street Plains, PA 18705

M O ST EQ U IP P ED W ITH :

Full-time Salaried Position (80 hours bi-weekly)

548 Medical/Health

Applications can be obtained at:

2001 to 2007

Admissions/Wound Nurse Administrative Position

CGGVeritas is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer.

522

Education/ Training

522

Education/ Training

Exciting opportunity supporting an Autism and behavioral program in Northeastern PA!

Education Director Master Degree in Special Education or related field preferred. Leadership skills, administrative experience and creativity a must! Please send or e-mail your resume and educational background to:

c/o The Times Leader Box 3055 15 N. Main Street Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0250 527 Food Services/ Hospitality

527 Food Services/ Hospitality

Summit Per Diem and Part Time Dietary Aide. All Shifts. Apply in person or contact Bill Glycenfer @ 825-3488 EOE M/F/D/V

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Sales/Retail/ Business Development

COCCIA FORD

LINCOLN

Due to a recent expansion, one of the area’s largest & fastest growing Dealerships is now seeking

SALES PEOPLE AUTOMOTIVE SALES EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Excellent pay and benefits including 401k plan. Apply to:

Greg Martin 577 E. Main St., Wilkes-Barre, PA, 18702 570-823-8888 email:

grmartin@ cocciacars.com

TSR

Agents No Cold Calling! Write your own Paycheck!! Part-time hours for full-time income and benefits. $12.00/hour

+ unlimited

610

Business Opportunities

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573

Warehouse

Warehouse Supervisor Processing of used

clothes. Loading and unloading trucks, painting & maintenance. Full time, dayshift. Some evening and weekend. USAGAIN 486 SOUTH EMPIRE ST. WILKES-BARRE, PA TEL. 570-270-2670

600 FINANCIAL 610

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

570-824-5774

630 Money To Loan “We can erase your bad credit 100% GUARANTEED.” Attorneys for the Federal Trade Commission say they’ve never seen a legitimate credit repair operation. No one can legally remove accurate and timely information from your credit report. It’s a process that starts with you and involves time and a conscious effort to pay your debts. Learn about managing credit and debt at ftc. gov/credit. A message from The Times Leader and the FTC.

700 MERCHANDISE 706

Arts/Crafts/ Hobbies

COOKBOOKS 3 boxes 25-30 books. $20 per box. 570-287-1436

708

Antiques & Collectibles

ANTIQUES 3 piece Mahogany stack bookcase with drawer, 6ft x 20” hand carved Hitler made of pine, Dersuhrer carved on bottom signed by carver Gallagher. Needs some repair. Tiffany style lamps with stained glass shades, caramel in color. 1912 Gustave Stickley rocking chair with new rush seat, tag on bottom. Jewelry armoire, (4) 1912 chairs, original paint with newly rushed seats. 12 OldPA metal hunting licenses, 1927 & up. Two Oak bow china closets, one very ornate. Lots of smalls. 134 Route 11 Larksville, PA 570-283-3987 570-328-3428

Business Opportunities

NEPA FLORAL & GIFT SHOP Including delivery van, coolers, all inventory, displays, computer system, customer list, website and much more. Turn key operation in prime retail location. Serious inquiries please call 570-592-3327

710

Janpro.com

BONUSES!!! •Paid Training •Blue Cross/ vision/dental •Day & Evening hours available •Discount Travel •Paid Vacation/ 401k •Advancement Opportunity •No experience necessary • Must be 16 years old

TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com

$ ANTIQUES BUYING $

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

STOVE - MAYTAG 30” white,

electric, coil top, 2 years old, like new $250. obo. DISHWASHER 24” white, 2 years old $150. obo. RANGE HOOD Braun, white $50. obo. 570-574-3899

712

Baby Items

CRIB BED SETS (2). 1 set has nautical pattern for boy, other set has zoo pattern for girl or boy. Each set includes comforter, bed skirt, bumper, valances, diaper bag & mobile. Each set is 570-762-6322 SWING Graco, with music & comfy cove seat. $35 740-1392

716

Building Materials

BATHROOM matching sink set Gerber white porcelain with mirror & medicine cabinet $80. 570-331-8183

726

Clothing

CHILDREN’S CLOTHING: Boys - Newborn to 7, Girls Newborn to 7-8. Very good condition, call for details 570-466-6499

COAT

KENNETH COLE Beige, size 6, hardly worn. $75. 570-855-5385 DANCE SHOES Zumba, size 9, black with pink trim, assorted laces, good condition $30. 570-288-1281 PROM GOWNS for sale. White size 7-8, Royal blue size 5-6, Olive green size 56, Teal size 7-8, turquoise size 4, hot pink size 4, royal blue size 6. Petite length for person around 5’2. Brand name gowns. $700. 570-430-0175

732

Exercise Equipment

WEIDDER 2 person exercise, must disassemble. $125 TREADMILL spacesaver, $50. 570-825-0283

738

Floor Care Equipment

FLOOR STEAMER Euroflex, sanitizer, new in box $55 570-740-1392

744

Furniture & Accessories

BEDROOM SUITE. Beautiful 3 piece birch queen size. Unusual modern design boasts headboard with two large cabinets, integrated night stands with pull out shelves, large mirror & large 8 drawer dresser with mirror. A must see at $700. 570-814-4835 DESKS (3) The Plymouth Historical Society is selling desks. $10. each. 2 are steel, 1 is beige wood l-shaped. All very good condition. You must pick up. We cannot deliver. 570-779-1850 DINING TABLE cherry, 4 upholstered chairs, oval with leaf, protective glass top $400. Futon with mattress light wood $100. 570-287-1029 DISHWASHER May tag, white, 7 years old, good condition $100. 592-4858 END TABLES 2 Broyhill & 1 Broyhill sofa table, cherry finish excellent condition asking $125. for all three. Call 570-696-3245. ENTERTAINMENT CENTER light oak with leaded glass door on left with 4 shelves. 55”w x 48” h. Drawer on bottom. Excellent condition. $200. 570-283-0416 ENTERTAINMENT center solid oak, leaded glass door, 3 shelves, 2 bottom drawers, solid brass handles 26” opening for TV, like new $75. 570-592-4858

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

Mattress Queen P-Top Set New in Plastic Can Deliver $150 570-280-9628

MATTRESS SALE

We Beat All Competitors Prices!

Mattress Guy

Twin sets: $139 Full sets: $159 Queen sets: $199 All New American Made 570-288-1898 RECLINER burgundy leather $5. 570-287-2517

CAMERA Polaroid, Kodak, collectors item, 1960’s $40. 570-740-1392

732

Exercise Equipment

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

Wyoming Valley Mall must sell. $125,000 negotiable. Ask for Rob 570-693-3323

NEWSPAPER STRIP Spider-Man ‘84 to ‘07, value $4,000 sell for $200. 570-654-8081

EXERCISE BIKE adjustable seat & resistance, excellent condition $20. 570-825-9744

SOFA 3 piece sectional, light burgundy with a pattern. $75. 570-287-5045

566 Sales/Business Development

TURN KEY OPERATIONat Located

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

744

Furniture & Accessories

ROOM DIVIDERS, rattan (2) exc cond. $100. each. Oak cabinet for kitchen or bathroom $35. Duraflame heater fireplace type with remote $90. Rug 6x8 approximate $20. End table (2) oak $50. pair. Pittsburgh Penguin stain glass table lamp $60. 570-288-4451 SOFA large country floral pattern by Benchcraft asking $150. obo. 570-542-7588 TABLE light oak, plus 6 cushioned chairs. Made in America, excellent condition $850 SOFA Broyhill, floral, new condition. no stains/odors. $175 570-740-1392 TABLE. Kitchen and 4 chairs, serving cabinet. Table 48x12, leaf. Medium oak, excellent condition. $225 570-696-4494 TODDLER BED: Girls white metal $35. Boys red “Cars” toddler bed $35. Thomas the tank table trains tracks & accessories. $125. All excellent condition. 570-417-2555

746 Garage Sales/ Estate Sales/ Flea Markets

WILKES-BARRE

758 Miscellaneous

FREE AD POLICY

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. LENOX weaved basket with handles 4”hx16” round, $25. Lenox Easter tree with 12 hanging ornaments $35. Corelle Impressions China setting for 4, Herbal pattern, 20 pieces $20.. All 3 items never used. 570-826-0830

APRIL 14TH 8AM TO 2PM

Over 40 Vendor Tables Food Concessions, Bake Sale, & Silent Auction. 570-824-8741

750

Jewelry

JACK IS PAYING TOP DOLLAR !!!!! for gold and silver, diamonds, platinum, watches. Also buying scrap jewelry. Cash on the spot!!!!! We make house calls. 328-3428, 855-7197 or visit us 134 Route 11 Larksville, Pa

756

Medical Equipment

LIFT CHAIR Golden electric in forest green, very good condition $95. ADULT DIAPERS 6 packs, 3 large & 3 medium. $5 each or $20 for all. 570-287-1436

Carol is paying

TOP DOLLAR

For your gold and silver, gold and silver coins, rings, bracelets, scrap jewelry Guaranteed highest prices paid. Also Makes Housecalls 570-855-7197

VITO’S & GINO’S

766

Office Equipment

772

Pools & Spas

POOL: 21’ round with Hayward filter, automatic cleaner, & solar cover. Asking $975. OBO. Great pool, only used 3 seasons. 570-592-7723

796 Wanted to Buy 796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise Merchandise

800 PETS & ANIMALS 810

WANTED ALL JUNK CARS,

All shots, neutered, tested,microchipped

VALLEY CAT RESCUE

824-4172, 9-9 only

815

786 Toys & Games KID TRAX Girls, for 18+ months, 6 volt power system, Battery charger included. Brand new box, never opened. $80 570-328-4927

796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise

ANTIQUE TOYS WANTED Lead soldiers, tin wind-up, German, cast iron, large pressed steel trucks, Tootsie toy, Dinky. Larry - Mt. Top 474-9202

554

Production/ Operations

Dogs

ROTTWEILER

1 year old. AKC Registered. $500. Call 570-704-8134

551

TRUCKS &

Other

HDI METALS

39 S. Prospect St. Nanticoke PA • 570-735-1487 GOLD - SILVER COINS - JEWELRY Buying Daily 11AM - 6PM No nonsense guarantee We will beat any competitors advertised price by up to 20%

551

Other

551

Other

Earn Extra Cash For Just A Few Hours A Day. Deliver

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Available routes: Duryea

$630 Monthly Proﬁt + Tips

WANTED JEWELRY

164 daily / 161 Sunday

Adams Street, Bluebery Hill Development, Cherry Street, Foote Avenue, New Street

776 Sporting Goods CANNON Uni-Troll Downriggers (2) &nbsp; like new condition, used 2 seasons & nbsp; 8 lb balls included. No bases $275. 570-262-0716

Cats

CATS & KITTENS 12 weeks & up.

Wanted:

ROLLATOR Brand new seat with storage, hand brakes, never used. $75 570-824-5595

COMPUTER DESK Oak. $50 OBO 570-825-0283

SALVATION ARMY INDOOR FLEA MARKET 17 S. Penna. Ave

796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise

Warrior Run

$700 Monthly Proﬁt + Tips 133 daily / 151 Sunday

Allenberry Drive, Front Street, South Main Street, Orchard Street, Somerset Drive

WILKESBARREGOLD

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$430 Monthly Proﬁt + Tips

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To ﬁnd a route near you and start earning extra cash, call Rosemary at

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

570-829-7107

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Mar. 30th: $1,662.50 Visit us at WilkesBarreGold.com Or email us at wilkesbarregold@ yahoo.com

554

Production/ Operations

554

Production/ Operations

554

Production/ Operations

554

Production/ Operations

Pride Mobility

Recliner / Lift Chair. Excellent condition. $400 firm. Call 570-696-2208 between 9am-8pm WHEELCHAIR & thick cushion $30. 570-287-1436

758 Miscellaneous WANTED ALL JUNK CARS & TRUCKS

HEAVY EQUIPMENT DUMPTRUCKS BULLDOZERS BACKHOES

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

COLORING BOOKS. Large 17” x 22”. “The Triumph of Christ”, 26 for $3.25 each, or $50 or best offer for all. 570-693-1918 GARAGE SALE LEFTOVERS Clothes, boat, motors, appliances. Call 570-606-8438 or 570-793-4351

570-301-3602

CALL US! TO JUNK YOUR CAR BEST PRICES IN THE AREA

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TIRES 3 Toyota 285/505 20 black rhino chrome rims $500. 287-1029

We currently offer this employment opportunity:

Packaging Shift Supervisor A Full Time Shift Supervisor for our Packaging Department is responsible for insertion and packaging of our print products with a primary goal of servicing our distribution operation. In this fast-paced environment, we strive to achieve superior deadline performance, high efficiency and good customer service through planning, organization, and staff development. The ideal candidate will have a high level of energy and enthusiasm. Some mechanical aptitude along with manufacturing process or inventory management experience is desirable. Good communication, problem solving, and computer skills are required. Must also have a sense of urgency and the ability to work in a fast-paced, team oriented manufacturing environment. This is a night shift position that offers opportunity for career development and advancement. We are dedicated to safe practices in the workplace. We offer a salary commensurate with experience and an excellent benefits package, including medical, dental and 401k. Please send cover letter, resume and salary history to:

Pre-employment drug screening and background check required.

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Dogs

906 Homes for Sale

AVOCA

PAWS TO CONSIDER.... ENHANCE YOUR PET CLASSIFIED AD ONLINE Call 829-7130

901 Main St. Stately 4 bedroom home with beautiful woodwork, extra large rooms with gas heat and nice yard. MLS 12-884 $79,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

Place your pet ad and provide us your email address This will create a seller account online and login information will be emailed to you from gadzoo.com “The World of Pets Unleashed”

AVOCA

SHIH-TZU PUPPIES Pure Bred & Mixes

BACK MOUNTAIN Centermorland

YELLOW LABRADOR PUPPIES Adorable black &

yellow puppies ready to go on 03/31. Raised with kids and other pets. 8 weeks old. 570-351-4469 or 570-903-5032

900 REAL ESTATE FOR SALE 906 Homes for Sale Having trouble paying your mortgage? Falling behind on your payments? You may get mail from people who promise to forestall your foreclosure for a fee in advance. Report them to the Federal Trade Commission, the nation’s consumer protection agency. Call 1-877FTC-HELP or click on ftc.gov. A message from The Times Leader and the FTC. ASHLEY

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

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 1 TO 4

529 SR 292 E Directions: from Centermoreland 3 miles west on 292. From Rte 29 3 miles east on 292 Watch For Signs 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. Negotiable For appointment, call: 570-310-1552

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

BEAR CREEK TWP.

SMITH HOURIGAN GROUP

AVOCA

3 bedroom Ranch. A/C, oil heat, hardwood floors. Finished basement. Near golf course & Charter School. $199,900. 472-3710

BEAR CREEK TWP.

1215 South St. Spacious 4 bedroom home with in law suite with separate entrance. Large lot, large room sizes. Split system A/C in family room. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-963 $89,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

AVOCA

214 Gedding St. Cozy Cape Cod home with 2 bedrooms, 1st floor laundry, nice yard with deck. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-668 $59,900 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

DALLAS

DRUMS

20 Fox Hollow Drive

Comfortable, affordable 3 bedroom ranch on just over an acre. 2 fireplaces. One in living room and one in backyard pavilion. 1st floor laundry and built in one car garage. $94,900 MLS #12-1101 Call Mary Ann Desiderio 570-715-7733 Smith Hourigan Group Mountain Top

OPEN HOUSE SUN. APRIL 1 12 NOON-2PM

Well maintained two story with fully finished lower level awaits its new family. 4-6 bedroom, 3.5 bath, 2 fireplaces. One year home warranty included. Wonderful neighborhood. $270,000 MLS #11-3504 Call Tracy Zarola 570-696-0723

906 Homes for Sale DURYEA REDUCED

548 Green St. Are you renting?? The monthly mortgage on this house could be under $500 for qualified buyers. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, 1st floor laundry. Off street parking, deep lot, low taxes. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3983 $64,900 Call Tom 570-262-7716

DRUMS

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

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

906 Homes for Sale

DALLAS

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244 Overbrook Rd. Great starter home - move-in condition 3 bedroom. All appliances included. Rear Deck with Mountain View. MLS 12-234 $109,000 570-675-4400

DALLAS

5 HEMLOCK ST. Beautiful 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 2,350 sq. ft. on quiet street. Built in 2008 with hardwood floors, granite countertops, fireplace, fenced yard & more. $309,000 Call 570-466-5968 DALLAS

Private & beautiful lovely brick chalet on 11.85 acres. Custom brick work, tongue & groove interior & oversized 3 car garage. Features whirlpool tub, heated sunroom, kitchen island & hickory cabinets, laundry room. Basement is plumbed & ready to finish. MLS# 12-817 $315,000 Call Ken Williams Five Mountain Realty 570-542-8800

143 Nevel Hollow Road Great country living in this 3 bedroom, 2 & 1/2 bath home with 1 car attached garage, large entertainment room lower level. Plus a 30'x30' detached garage with open 2nd floor ready to finish & mechanics pit in one stall. MLS 11-4124 $195,000 570-675-4400

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Practically new ranch home in beautiful St. John’s Estates. Just a few minutes from Rts. 80 & 81. This home features tile floors thruout the spacious living area. Green area behind the property and no building lots on one side makes for a beautiful country setting with the conveniences of public water & sewer. Spacious back yard with walk-in access to basement. 2 decks & a covered patio. MLS 12-162 $237,000 Chris Jones 570-696-6558

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

DUPONT

DURYEA REDUCED! P E N D I N G

140 Bear Creek Boulevard Beautiful family home on over 1/2 acre with 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and finished lower level. For more info and photos visit: www. atlasrealtyinc.com MLS 12-918 $159,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

EXETER

OPEN HOUSE Sunday 12pm-5pm

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

EXETER REDUCED

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

P E N D I N G

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

HANOVER TOWNSHIP EDWARDSVILLE

Step out of your spacious lower level family room to your large fenced backyard with 2 tiered patio. This 3 bedroom country setting on over 1 acre of land also features 2 car detached garage with loft. $230,000 MLS 11-3657 Barbara Young Call 570-466-6940

COLDWELL BANKER RUNDLE REAL ESTATE

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

DURYEA EXETER

570-474-2340 Ext. 55

Bright & spacious raised ranch on level lot in cul-desac. Tiled foyer. Living room with fireplace. Lovely oak kitchen opens to dining area with 4 skylights & beamed ceiling. French doors to deck. Large family room plus craft room. Huge garage w/plenty of space for workshop. MLS#12-606 $179,000 Call Mary Ann Desiderio 570-715-7733 Smith Hourigan Group Mountain Top

HANOVER GREEN 2 Zack Street 60 x 100 lot. 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 bath bilevel. Exterior 1/3 brick, 2/3 vinyl front. Upper deck and lower covered patio. 16x32 pool. Walking distance to schools. On bus route. $179,000 Kwiatkowski Real Estate 570-825-7988

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

171 Boland Avenue Motivated seller! Well kept starter home with nice size rooms, 2nd floor replacement windows and great yard with possible off street parking from alley access. MLS 11-3043 $59,900 570-675-4400

Doyouneedmorespace? A yard or garage sale in classified is the best way tocleanoutyourclosets! You’re in bussiness with classified!

HANOVER TOWNSHIP

DRUMS

530 Cherry Drive Spacious 2 bedroom townhome with hardwood floor, gas heat, central air, end unit with one garage. All appliances, move in condition. For more info and photos visit: www. atlasrealtyinc.com MLS 12-712 $169,900 Call Tom 570-262-7716

HANOVER TWP.

12 Spring St. Enjoy the nice yard in this 2 bedroom home in Newtown. Double lot with off street parking, 2 year old furnace, nicely maintained. Lots of possibilities. Great value for the price. MLS 11-4488 $39,900 Call Connie EILEEN R. MELONE REAL ESTATE 570-821-7022

146-148 Regal St.. Newer kitchens Large baths Tenant occupied 3 bedroom each side. Call for appointment $74,900 MLS# 10-4598 Call Vieve Zaroda (570) 474-6307 Ext. 2772

Smith Hourigan Group 570-474-6307 HANOVER TWP.

DURYEA

$159,900 Good visibility commercial location. Room for up to 3 businesses! Also has 2 apartments., off-street parking for 8 w/ possibility. of much more in rear. Great for Beauty/Nail Salon, Fitness Studio, Shop, and Garage type businesses. Call CHRISTINE KUTZ for more information. 570-332-8232

3 Bedroom 1.5 bath ranch with new windows hardwood floors finished basement 2 car garage and a finished basement. MLS 11-3610 $139,900 Call Pat Guesto 570-793-4055 CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE PROPERTIES 570-675-5100

HANOVER TWP.

HANOVER

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 $309,860 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

906 Homes for Sale HANOVER TWP. 10 Lyndwood Ave

DALLAS TWP

3 bedroom Tri-level. Electric heat, hardwood floors, finished basement near golf course. $189,900 570-472-3710 DALLAS

DURYEA

906 Homes for Sale

3 bedrooms, 2 baths, finished basement, screened patio, new paint & carpet. Move in condition. $139,900. Call 570-301-9590 HANOVER TWP

FORTY FORT DURYEA

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 HANOVER TWP.

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

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

621 Donnelly St. Great starter home, already furnished, newer roof and vinyl windows. Move right into this 2 bedroom, 1/2 double home. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc. com MLS 12-1042 $34,900 Call Tom 570-262-7716

CHEAPER THAN RENT! 38 Oak Street. Spacious 1/2 double block. Living room / dining room combo. 3 bedrooms on second floor, 3 on the third. 1 1/2 baths. lst. fl. laundry. 3 porches. Large yard with loads of parking. Aluminum siding. Concrete driveway. Many extras! MLS # 12-711. Conventional financing - ($3,125 dn., 4 1/4% int. , 30 yrs., $339 month). $62,500. Bob Kopec HUMFORD REALTY 570-822-5126

(570) 696-1195

HANOVER TWP.

78 Luzerne St. Not a drive-by. Move right into this sparkling clean, bright and cheery 1/2 double. All new floor coverings and freshly painted interior. 2 zone gas hot water baseboard heat. W/d hookups in basement which has a concrete floor. All measurements are approximate. MLS 12-1129 $45,000 Call Michelle T. Boice 570-639-5393 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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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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LIBERTY HILLS Constitution Avenue 5 year old, 8 room, 2 story, 4 bedroom 3 bath, vinyl sided home with large lot. Deck, patio, security system, hardwood floors & sooooo much more! MLS# 11-2429 $289,900 Call Florence 570-715-7737

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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 $89,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

JENKINS TWP.

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

JENKINS TWP.

297 Susquehannock Drive Traditional 4 bedroom home with 2.5 baths, 2 car garage, private yard with above ground pool. Large deck with retractable awning. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 12-945 $254,900 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

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

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HARDING

HANOVER TWP.

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

Lovely home with many upgrades, new roof, windows, flooring and plumbing. Above ground pool with fenced yard, home features gas, hot water, baseboard heating, modern kitchen, living room, dining room, family room, large foyer, master bedroom with walk in closet, 2 car detached garage with private driveway. MLS# 12-467 $100,000 Call Lynda at 570-262-1196

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

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

HARVEYS LAKE

JENKINS TWP.

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

Nice country home with almost a full acre of land. 1 mile from Harveys Lake. Home offers some new windows, new copper piping and updated electric circuits. Come relax in the nice screen porch. MLS 12-476 $148,000 Call Tony 570-855-2424

41 Chestnut Street 7 years old, 4 bedroom plus den, 3 full bath rooms plus one unfinished one, large kitchen, dining room. $155,000 (570)704-6194

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Highland Hills 8 Patrick Road Magnificent custom built tudor home with quality throughout. Spacious 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 2 story living room with fireplace and library loft. Dining room, family room and 3 season sunroom which overlooks professionally landscaped grounds with gazebo and tennis/basketball court. Lower level includes recreation room, exercise room and 3/4 bath. Enjoy this serene acre in a beautiful setting in Highland Hills Development. Too many amenities to mention. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-723 $399,900 Call Terry 570-885-3041 Angie 570-885-4896

KINGSTON 171 Third Ave

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

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

KINGSTON

A must see. Steel & concrete construction put together this exceptional 4 bedroom 5 bath home. Great location & fenced yard, property features maple hardwood floors, tile baths, cherry kitchen cabinets, unique bronze staircase, & much more. MLS#12-531 $319,900 Call Julio 570-239-6408 or Rhea 570-696-6677

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

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REDUCED 794 Woodland Drive Deceptively spacious. Very well kept. Quiet location. Move in condition. Attractive neighboring properties. Modest taxes. Newish furnace and roofing. Nicely fenced yard. $119,900. 11-4547 Call Dale Williams FIVE MOUNTAINS REALTY 570-256-3343

215 Patriot Circle Townhouse. Very good condition. 3 bedroom, 1 ½ bath, living room with gas fireplace and hardwood floors. Kitchen offers new stainless steel appliances, tile floor, laundry area, dining room with built in corner cabinets. MLS 12-238 $124,900 James Banos Realtor Associate COLDWELL BANKER RUNDLE REAL ESTATE 570-991-1883

130 CHURCH ROAD The feel of a true colonial home with double entry doors off the foyer into the living room and dining room. Spacious kitchen breakfast area, family room leading to a fenced rear yard. 3-season room with cathedral ceiling. Hardwood floors, fireplace, recently remodeled 2.5 bath and 2-car garage. Located on 3.77 acres, all the privacy of country living yet conveniently located. MLS#12-165 PRICE REDUCED $183,900 Jill Jones 696-6550

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573 Carverton Rd Privacy & serenity! This 40 acre estate features living room & with fireplace hardwood floor; family room with vaulted ceiling & fireplace; 1st floor master bedroom & bath with jetted tub & stall shower; panelled den; dining room with stone floor & skylight; 3 additional bedrooms & 2 baths. Central Air, 3 outbuildings.

REDUCED $695,000

MLS 11-4056 Call Nancy Judd Joe Moore 570-288-1401

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Beautiful well kept home in the heart of Kingston. Walk into your new beautiful foyer,leading into the charming living room with fireplace. Beautiful wood floors throughout,2 bonus finished rooms on the 3rd fl.Plenty of closets and ample storage throughout. Basement is finished and the yard fenced. MLS 12-249 $109,000 Call / text Donna Cain 570-947-3824

LAFLIN

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

LAKE NUANGOLA 28 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

(570) 288-6654 LARKSVILLE

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 NEW PRICE $182,500 Jim Graham at 570-715-9323

PLAINS Birchwood hills, 4

bedroom, 2.5 bath, 2 story family room with fireplace, finished basement, built in pool, $399,900 (570)824-2471

3 bedroom, 1 bath. Nice opportunity for a starter home or investment property. Needs work, but columns, moldings, and leaded glass windows are intact. $42,000 CALL CHRISTINE KUTZ 570-332-8832

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175 Oak Street NEW FURNANCE 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, 1st floor laundry room, 3 season porch, fenced yard and off street parking. MLS#12-721 $89,000 Call Patti 570-328-1752 Liberty Realty & Appraisal Services LLC

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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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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NANTICOKE

Cheerful, bright, surprisingly roomy ranch in a great neighborhood. Hardwood floors, brick fireplace with gas insert. 1st floor laundry, porch, patio, & workshop in basement. Many updates. Huge floored attic with walk in cedar closet. $164,900 MLS#12-899 Call Mary Ann Desiderio 570-715-7733 Smith Hourigan Group Mountain Top

1/2 DOUBLE Great starter home in nice area. Close to schools and recreation. Large 3 season porch with cabinetry, great for entertaining. New plumbing, lots of light & huge walk up attic for storage or rec room. $38,500 Call CHRISTINE KUTZ 570-332-8832

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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PITTSTON NANTICOKE WHITE HAVEN

NEW LISTING! Woodhaven Estates You can just settle right into this impeccably maintained home located in the Crestwood School District. This 3-bedroom home offers numerous features you will be sure to love; covered rear deck, lower deck leading to the pool, ductless air, zoned heating system, detached heated 2 stall garage in addition to the built in garage. Lake access to enjoy a row boat ride or perhaps some fishing! Major intestates just minutes away. Take a look! MLS#12-872 $224,900 Jill Jones 696-6550

MOUNTAINTOP

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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MOUNTAINTOP REDUCED 10 E. Second St. Property in nice neighborhood. Includes 4 room apartment over garage. MLS 12-253 $75,000 Charles J. Prohaska EXT 35 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-287-0770

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

Johnson St. Great home, move in ready, with 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, large yard with lots of outdoor living space. Hardwood floors, gas fireplace, modern eat in kitchen. New gas furnace, roof and windows. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 12-328 $139,900 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

PITTSTON 203 W. SOUTH ST Well kept 6 room brick front ranch, 3 bedrooms, modern kitchen, separate dining room, 1.5 modern baths, large fenced level lot with prIvate drive. all appliances. MLS 12-331 $115,900 Call Florence 570-715-7737

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Smith Hourigan Group 570-474-6307 NANTICOKE

Raised Ranch in good condition with 3 bedrooms, modern bath and gas heat. Large fenced yard, rear deck, 1 car garage and off street parking for 3 more cars. New roof, windows and bath. Basement is partially finished. MLS 12-130 $99,900 Call Patty Lunski 570-814-6671 ANTONIK & ASSOCIATES 570-735-7494

Price Reduced! 168 Elizabeth Street Sturdy ranch in Oregon Section. 3/4 bedrooms, 2 baths. Price $89,000. Call Stephen 570-814-4183

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PLAINS 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 $159,900 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

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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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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 $79,000 Tom Salvaggio 570-262-7716

137 Hollywood Ave. Beautiful 2 bedroom Townhouse in the River Ridge neighborhood. Modern kitchen/dining area with tile flooring, laundry area on main floor. Living room with gas fireplace and French doors leading to back deck. MLS 12-1109 $164,900 Jay A. Crossin Ext. 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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Enjoy easy summer living in this adorable 2 bedroom cottage with lake rights located on North Lake. Motivated Seller. $68,900 Shari Philmeck ERA Brady Associates 570-836-3848

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

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SUGARLOAF

TUNKHANNOCK

WEST WYOMING

Fixer upper on a deep large lot, close to everything. Home offers off street parking, 4 bedrooms, laundry room and 1 full bath. Brand new furnace installed last year. Great investment opportunity here don't pass it by this house has lots of potential. Seller says bring all offers. MLS 12-367 $30,000 Contact Tony, 570-855-2424 for more information or to schedule your showing.

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 fl master bedroom suite and a great porch to sit and relax on all while enjoying your new serene surroundings. MLS 12-392 $225,000 Call Tony 570-855-2424

Historic Tunkhannock Borough. Affordable 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath family home with detached garage. All appliances and many furnishings included. $166,800. Shari Philmeck ERA Brady Associates 570-836-3848

REDUCED 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 $249,900 Call Michele Reap 570-905-2336

SWEET VALLEY PLYMOUTH

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

20 NITTANY LANE Vinyl sided 3 level townhouse with central air & vacuum, 4 baths, 3 bedrooms, 2 car garage. Deck & patio. A Must See! $195,900 century21shgroup. com MLS 12-927 Call Florence 570-715-7737

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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 SWOYERSVILLE

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

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137 Post Office Rd Great home on 3 acres with additional 5 acres available. Mostly level - one third Wooded. Full Dry Basement ready for Finishing. Central Air & Vac, 2 1/2 Bath with Whirlpool in the First Floor Master. Generator Package for Emergency Power Supply. Lg 20 x 12 Shed. MLS 11-3369 $219,500 570-675-4400

SMITH HOURIGAN GROUP 570-696-5412 SWEET VALLEY PLYMOUTH

Roomy 2 bedroom single with eat-in kitchen, tile bath, gas heat & 2 car detached garage. Priced to sell at $34,900 MLS 11-2653 Ann Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

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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

30 E. Charles St. 3 story home has 2 bedrooms with possibly a third bedroom in the walk up attic. Some replacement windows, gas heat and hotwater. Hardwood floors in the upstairs. An adjacent parcel of land is included in this price. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-776 $39,900 Call Angie 570-885-4896 or Terry 570-885-3041

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NOXEN

Move right into this beautiful 4 bedroom home in desirable Rockledge development. Many upgrades & features including modern kitchen with granite countertops, 22x20 great room, 2 fireplaces, new paint, carpet, gorgeous 2 tier deck & much more. $245,000. For more information or to schedule a viewing please Call 570-242-5381

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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This 4 bedroom 2 story has a full bath on the 1st floor and rough in for bath on 2nd floor. An enclosed side patio from the kitchen dinette area & side drive are a big plus. MLS 12-553 Only $34,900 Ann Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

5411 Main Road Commercial zoned property on busy corner. Country Colonial home with detached 2 car garage, with additional office space and entrance door. Perfect property for home based business. Eat in kitchen with brick gas fireplace, large dining room and living room with coal stove. Finished basement with 2 rooms & 1/2 bath. Old fashioned root cellar off the kitchen. Large paved parking area. MLS 11-2554 $188,000 570-675-4400

SHAVERTOWN

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

SHAVERTOWN

12 Windy Drive New construction in the exclusive Slocum Estates. Stucco exterior. All the finest appointments: office or 5th bedroom, hardwood floors, crown moldings, 9' ceilings 1st & 2nd floor. Buy now select cabinetry & flooring. MLS #11-1987 $525,000 Call Geri 570-696-0888

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 WYOMING

WAPWALLOPEN 359 Pond Hill Mountain Road

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

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

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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

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

SWOYERSVILLE 19 Bohac St.

2-3 bedroom. New bath with laundry 1st floor. Large living room. Finished lower level. Full walk up attic. Air conditioning. Nice yard, 1 car garage. Low taxes. Gas heat. A must see. $95,000 Call 570-760-1281 for appointment SWOYERSVILLE

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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

WEST PITTSTON

A bargain at $68,900 A f f o r d a b l e , Updated & Move in Ready 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath home - entry foyer with closet, large fully applianced eat-in kitchen with Corian countertops & tile floor, 1st floor laundry complete with washer & dryer; hardwood floors in some rooms, under carpet in others, large bedroom closets, quiet dead end street. MLS #12-361 Call Pat today @

Featured on WNEP’s Home & Backyard. Move right into this 3 bedroom, 2 bath immaculate home with custom maple eat in kitchen, stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors, Jacuzzi tub, 2 fireplaces, abundance of storage leading outside to a private sanctuary with deck/pergola & Koi pond. Off street parking. MUST SEE. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-733 $189,900 Call Keri 570-885-5082

WEST PITTSTON

NEW LISTING Nice double block, not in the flood area! 3 vehicle detached garage, off-street parking for 4 vehicles, front & rear porches, patio, fenced yard, nice & private. Home also has central air, #410 is updated & in very good condition, modern kitchen & bath. Kitchen has oak cabinets, stainless steel refrigerator, center aisle, half bath on 1st floor & 4th bedroom on 3rd floor. Both sides have hardwood floors on 2nd floor. MLS#12-737 $175,000 Louise Laine 283-9100 x20

WHITE HAVEN

Century 21 Smith Hourigan Group 570-287-1196 WEST PITTSTON

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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

WILKES-BARRE

40 Solomon Street 4 bedroom, 1 bath, aluminum siding with awnings, driveway with carport, corner lot in quiet neighborhood, low taxes. $55,000. 570-824-7123

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

115 Noble Lane 3 bedroom, 2 bath end unit townhome with finished lower level. Natural gas fireplace, 3 tiered deck, newer roof, cul de sac. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-1006 $68,000 Call Tom 570-262-7716

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DUPONT Come invest your time for a great return. Fixer Upper in a nice location, nice neighborhood out of the flood zone. Offers 4 bedrooms and a beautiful large lot. Don’t miss out Call for your showing today. MLS 12-432 $29,900 Call / text Donna Cain 570-947-3824

WILKES-BARRE

77 Schuler St. Newly renovated with new windows, door flooring, etc. “Goose Island” gem. Large home with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, screened in porch overlooking fenced in yard, driveway, laminate floors throughout. Fresh paint, move in condition. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-845 $99,900 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

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

285 Blackman St Great property. Priced to sell quickly and in move-in condition! Easy access to Interstate 81 & shopping! 11-3215 $36,500 570-675-4400

WILKES-BARRE

298 Lehigh Street Lovely 2 story with new roof, furnace, water heater, new cabinets and appliances. Whole house newly insulated. Nice deck and fenced-in yard. Call Chris at 570-8850900 for additional info or to tour. MLS 11-4505 $82,000 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 WILKES-BARRE 46 Bradford Street

SALE BY OWNER OUT OF FLOOD

ZONE Single, 3 Bedroom, 1 Bath. Newer roof, windows & vinyl siding. Gas heat, off street parking with extra lot. One way street. A Must See! $69,900 Call 570-417-4884 WILKES-BARRE 74 Frederick St

Beautifully maintained double block on large landscaped lot. Newer roof and windows, hardwood under carpet, ceiling fans, plaster walls and ample off street parking. Live in one side and let rent from other side help pay your mortgage. Must see! $108,000 Call CHRISTINE KUTZ for details 570-332-8832

WILKES-BARRE

Clean, nice double block at very attractive price. 750 square feet each side. 2 bedrooms per side. Separate utilities. Quick show. One side vacant. Only $34,900, but owner anxious to sell and is listening for reasonable offers. May be best 2 unit for the price around. Call today. 570-674-3120 day or night Marilyn K. Snyder Real Estate

906 Homes for Sale

Lovely home with many upgrades, new roof, windows, flooring & plumbing. Pool & fenced yard. Home features gas hot water heat. Modern kitchen, Living, dining and family rooms. large foyer, Master Bedroom with walk-in-closet. 2 car detached garage with private driveway. MLS#12-467 $100,000 Call Lynda Rowinski

WILKES-BARRE

Smith Hourigan Group 570-696-1195 WILKES-BARRE Former Blessed Sacrament Church, Rectory and paved parking lot. 4,372 square foot Church 1,332 square foot Rectory. Parking for 40 vehicles. Three adjacent lots for one price. $160,000 MLS#11-4037 Call Jeff Cook Realty World Bank Capital 570-235-1183 WILKES-BARRE

Nicely remodeled fully rented Duplex, near schools, hospital, parks & bus route. Separate utilities and off street parking. MLS 12599 $96,500. CLASSIC PROPERTIES 570-793-9449 Call Steve Shemo 570-718-4959 WILKES-BARRE South

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 MLS 12-50 Ann Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

570-288-6654

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

WILKES-BARRE

Large well maintained gas heated multi-unit property. 2 apartments, air conditioned office suite, 3 car garage with office area. Close to General Hospital. 11-1268 Price reduced to $165,000 ROTHSTEIN REALTORS Call Bernie 888-244-2714

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 Wilkes-Barre

Terrific family home with lots to offer. Large kitchen/dining area. Family room, rec room, enclosed porch with knotty pine & hot tub. Separate screened porch. All appliances stay. Lovely yard with many perennial plantings, a covered patio & 2 sheds. $117,900 MLS # 11-4234 Cal570-715-7733 Mary Ann Desiderio 570-715-7733 Smith Hourigan Group Mountain Top

WYOMING

DOUBLE BLOCK Easily converts to

WE BUY HOMES! 570-956-2385

single home. New roof, electric, windows & 2 car garage. Remodeled. 66 x 100 feet, fenced lot, $140,000. 570-693-2408

906 Homes for Sale

Any Situation

906 Homes for Sale

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

WILKES-BARRE

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

YATESVILLE PRICE REDUCED

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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909

Income & Commercial Properties

100 Lincoln St. MULTI FAMILY 3 bedroom home with attached apartment and beauty shop. Apartment is rented. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-941 $82,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

EDWARDSVILLE

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

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

906 Homes for Sale

OFFICENTERS - Pierce St., Kingston

Income & Commercial Properties

REDUCED 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 $85,900 Call John Polifka 570-704-6846 5 Mountains Realty 42 N. Main St. Shickshinny, PA 570-542-2141

PITTSTON

P E N D I N G

KINGSTON

388 Schuyler Ave. Well cared for Duplex in great location. 1st floor has ne bathroom and large kitchen, 2nd floor has all new carpeting and long term tenant. Large lot and off street parking for 2 cars. Separate furnaces and electricity, Make an offer! MLS 12-1125 $119,000 Call Shelby Watchilla 570-762-6969 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

LAFLIN

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 $149,900 Call Tom 570-262-7716

NANTICOKE

4, 5, 6, 7, and 8 unit apartment buildings. Fully occupied. City license and occupancy permits issued. Very well maintained. Some have new windows, roofs, coinop washer/dryer. 570-736-3125

PITTSTON

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

For Rental Information Call:

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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

WILKES-BARRE

57 Carey Ave. Good investment property. 4 apartments needing a little TLC. Two 1 bedroom apartments. One 2 bedroom and one 3 bedroom. Separate water and electric. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-1026 $79,900 Call Tom 570-262-7716

Earth Conservancy Land For Sale 61 +/- Acres Nuangola - $99,000 46 +/- Acres Hanover Twp. $79,000 Highway Commercial KOZ Hanover Twp. 3+/- Acres 11 +/- Acres Wilkes-Barre Twp. 32 +/- Acres Zoned R-3 See additional land for sale at: www.earth conservancy.org 570-823-3445

fer Heights. Ready for your dream home just in time for Spring! MLS 12-549 $32,500 Call Kevin Sobilo 570-817-0706

MOUNTAIN TOP Beautiful 2.66 Acre building lot/lake view. Public sewer & natural gas. Use any builder! Call Jim for private showing. $126,500.00 570-715-9323.

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

WYOMING PRICE REDUCED!

EAST MOUNTAIN RIDGE (Formerly Pocono

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

City water and sewer, gas available. $36,500 per lot. 570-675-5873 HARDING Mt. Zion Road One acre lot just before Oberdorfer Road. Great place to build your dream home MLS 11-3521 $29,900 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

FORTY FORT

HUNLOCK CREEK

Available 30, 60 +/- days. Redone efficiency, 1 bedrooms, some with gas fireplaces, with appliances, laundry. Managed Services! $500 + utilities and up! MUST PROVIDE: EMPLOYMENT/ APPLICATION VERIFICATION/ NO PETS OR SMOKING. 2 YEAR LEASES.

Very nice 3 bedroom, 2 bath double wide in quiet country setting. $20,000. Financing available Call 717-439-7716

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FULLY FURNISHED 1 BEDROOM APARTMENT

Short or long term Excellent Neighborhood Private Tenant Parking $500 includes all utilities. No pets. 570-822-9697

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ASHLEY

2 & 3 bedrooms, reserved parking. Short block to bus stop. $650 & $700 rent includes heat/ water/sewer & trash. Application, references, background check, smoke free, pet free, lease + security. Call Terry 570-824-1022 ASHLEY Available Now 1st floor, 2 bedroom. Off street parking. Washer dryer hookup. Appliances. Bus stop at the door. Water Included.$575 + utilities & security. No pets. TRADEMARK REALTY GROUP 570-954-1992 ASHLEY Available Now 2nd floor, 2 bedroom. Off street parking. Washer dryer hookup. Appliances. Bus stop at the door. Water Included.$575 + utilities & security. No pets. TRADEMARK REALTY GROUP 570-954-1992

Available April 1 New 3 room apartment. All utilities included except electric. No smoking & no pets. $650 + security and references. Furnished or unfurnished. Call 570-954-1200

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New Homes From $275,000$595,000 570-474-5574

SHAVERTOWN LAND

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

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

DURYEA

2nd floor, 2 bedrooms, stove, refrigerator, washer /dryer hookup, sewer/water included, electric heat. Convenient location. No pets $525/ month + security. Tenant screening required. 570-362-2766

EXETER

912 Lots & Acreage

Apartments/ Unfurnished

Coming Attractions America Realty

1ST FLOOR EFFICIENCY 1 bedroom, offstreet parking, no pets, $500/month, plus utilities. 570-696-5602

SHICKSHINNY

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

BEAR CREEK

WYOMING 14 West Sixth St.

Former upholestry shop. 1st floor in need of a lot of TLC. 2nd floor apartment in good condition & rented with no lease. Storage area. Off street parking available. PRICE REDUCED! $65,000 Contact Judy Rice 714-9230 MLS# 11-572

915 Manufactured Homes

Rentals

288-1422

DALLAS AREA 3 lots. 70 x 125.

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

BEAR CREEK

HUGHESTOWN Cleared lot in Stauf-

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

912 Lots & Acreage

NANTICOKE OPEN HOUSE APRIL 7 1 - 3 PM

AVOCA

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

909

1 BEDROOM. $450. Newly remodeled, off street parking. 570-602-0758 Level *7.5 acres* building lot with a mountain view. Great for horses or organic farming. MLS 12-306 $59,000 570-675-4400

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

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

EXETER

First floor, 1 bedroom. Freshly painted, washer/dryer hook-up. $425/ month + utilities. Security required. NO PETS. 570-477-6018 leave message.

EXETER

TOWNHOUSE Wildflower Village Like New! 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath, living room, large dining/kitchen area, patio. $690/mo + utilities. No Pets 570-696-4393 HANOVER TWP. 30 Garrahan St.

QUIET NEIGHBORHOOD NEAR UNIVERSITIES

HANOVER TWP.

Beautiful 2 bedroom second floor apartment with modern kitchen, refinished hardwood floors throughout, gas heat, 1 car garage. $575/month + security. All utilities by tenant. Call Lynda 570-262-1196

HARDING

Renovated 1st floor, 2 bedroom apartment. New carpeting and paint. Fridge & stove. Water Included. $600 + security & utilities. Call 570-240-6620 or 570-388-6503

KINGSTON

2 bedroom. Newly renovated. Oak floors. Gas stove. Refrigerator. Washer/dryer hookup. Bath with shower. 3 paddle fans. $575 plus gas, electric & water. No Pets. References required. Call 570-407-3991

KINGSTON

2nd Floor. 2 bedrooms, renovated bathroom, balcony off newly renovated kitchen with refrigerator & stove, Pergo floors, central air, newly painted, offstreet parking, no pets. $600 per month plus utilities, & 1 month security deposit. 570-239-1010

KINGSTON 3RD AVE

Second floor spacious two bedroom apartment – dining room, parlor, updated kitchen appliances, and laundry room. $650/month, security, (pets additional $50/month). Call 570.262.7300

KINGSTON

E. W alnut St. 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 DUPLEX

Beautiful 1st floor. 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath, 5 rooms. Convenient residential location. Hardwood floors, natural wood -work, French doors, laundry with washer & dryer included. Refrigerator, gas range, dishwasher, oak cabinets, off street parking, fenced in back yard, storage. Available May 1. $695 + utilities & security. 570-690-0633

KINGSTON

ST. E.Light, WALNUT bright, 1st

floor, 2 bedrooms, elevator, carpeted, security system. Garage. Extra storage & cable TV included. Laundry facilities. Air Conditioned. Fine neighborhood. Convenient to bus & stores. No pets. References. Security. Lease. No smokers please. $765 + utilities. Call. 570-287-0900

KINGSTON

PARK PLACE Beautiful area. 2nd floor 4 room. Kitchen with washer/dryer, stove, and refrigerator. Heat, water, and electric included. $760 a month. Call Jim: 570-288-3375

KINGSTON

SPACIOUS 1/2 DOUBLES 3 bedrooms, back yard. Separate utilities. No pets. Background & security. $700/month. 570-242-8380

KINGSTON

2nd floor, 2 bedroom, off street parking & quiet back yard. $650/month heat & water included. security & references required. Call Rich @ 570-542-7620

Wyoming Avenue 2nd floor, 1 bedroom, appliances, laundry room. $465 + electric. Security & references. 570-696-1600

KINGSTON

2 bedroom, wall to wall carpet, offstreet parking, $495 per month+ utilities, security, lease. HUD accepted. Call 570-687-6216 or 570-954-0727

2 bedroom. $685/ month. Includes gas heat. Security & references required No pets. Call 570-288-4200

NANTICOKE

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LARKSVILLE

2 bedroom, 1 bath. All New Off Street Parking Dining Room or Office Brand New Hardwood Floors & Tile Floors Dishwasher, Washer/Dryer Hookup $725. + utilities Double Security

Visit Us BOVO Rentals 570-328-9984

LARKSVILLE

AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY Cute and clean 2 bedroom, off street parking, w/d hookup, eat in kitchen. Immaculate. $435 + utilities. 1 mo. security. NO DOGS 845-386-1011

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

Ultra clean, safe and private. 1.5 bedrooms, 2nd floor. All appliances. Wall to wall. No pets. Non smoking. $465 + utilities, lease & security. Call 570-288-9735 Midtowne Apartments 100 E. 6th Street, Wyoming PA 18644

Housing for

Extremely Low & Very Low Income

Elderly, Handicapped & Disabled. 570-693-4256 ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED Rents based on income. Managed by EEI

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

MOUNTAIN TOP

Centrally located 1st floor, 1 bedroom apartment. Basement washer / dryer hookup. Kitchen includes fridge, range and microwave. Offstreet parking, back yard. No pets. $500 + security & utilities. 570-474-0388 570-417-8751

NANTICOKE

1st floor 1 bedroom apartment with detached garage in a great location. Hardwood floors. Appliances included. Shared washer / dryer. Large yard. Landlord pays heat, water, WVSA & Garbage. Tenants responsible for electric, cable & phone. $800 + security & references. 570-371-3271

NANTICOKE

1st floor. 1 bedroom. ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED! Off street parking. Fresh paint. NO PETS $525 + security 570-477-6018 leave message

NANTICOKE

Spacious 1 bedroom 1st floor. New carpeting, gas range and fridge included. Garage parking, no dogs. References and security required. $450/mo. Water, sewer, garbage fee incl. Tenant pays gas and electric 570-696-3596

PARSONS SECTION 46 Govier St. 2nd floor, 2 bedroom, W/D hookup, fridge & stove. Off street parking water included. freshly painted $525/mo + utilities, lease & security No pets. 570-328-1875 PITTSTON 2 bedroom apartment, 2nd floor. Includes heat, water, sewer, trash, fridge, range & washer/dryer hookup. $575 month plus $575 month security deposit. Call Bernie 888-244-2714 Rothstein Realtors 570-288-7594

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2 All appliances included. All utilities paid; electricity by tenant. Everything brand new. Off street parking. $700 + security & references. Call 570-969-9268

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PITTSTON

2 or 3 bedroom, 1st floor, full kitchen. Heat included, no pets. $650 + 1 month security. Call 570-451-1038

PITTSTON

3 bedroom. Living room, kitchen, 1 bath. Off street parking, on site laundry, enclosed porch, fenced yard. $695/mo + utilities. Security required. Call (570) 881-1747

PITTSTON Completely remod-

eled, modern 1 bedroom apt. Lots of closet space, with new tile floor & carpets. Includes stove, refrigerator, washer/dryer hook up. Oil heat, nice yard & neighborhood. No pets. $575/month includes water & sewer. 570-479-6722 PLAINS

MODERN 1ST FLOOR 2 bedroom. Kitchen

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PLAINS

Modern 1st floor. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, remodeled Kitchen with appliances. All new carpeting, Convenient location. Washer hook-up. No smoking. No pets. $550 plus utilities. 714-9234

SCRANTON

Green Ridge Area Modern, nice, clean. Fresh paint, new carpet. 3 bedrooms (1 small) living room, kitchen, bath, & laundry room. $575, includes sewer. No pets. 570-344-3608 or 973-541-0686

SHAVERTOWN 2nd floor, 1 bed-

room, 1.5 baths, refrigerator, stove & microwave. washer/dryer, off-street parking, no pets, $750/month, utilities and wi-fi included. No smoking. Available May 1st. 570-905-6865

WEST PITTSTON

with appliances. All new carpet. Convenient location. Washer/dryer hookup. No smoking. No pets. $550 + utilities. 570-714-9234

1 bedroom, 1st floor. Stove & refrigerator included. Newly remodeled. $450 + utilities. Call (570) 357-1138

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NOW LEASING! We offer a panoramic view of the Valley Now accepting applicants for a limited number of available Apartments. Featuring: Private entrances! New kitchens! 24-hour emergency maintenance! On-site laundry! Close to shopping, schools and public transportation! Visit us today 517 Roosevelt St. Edwardsville, PA 18704 570-287-8886

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WEST PITTSTON

Newly renovated, charming & spacious 1st floor, 2 bedroom apartment. Off street parking. $760. Heat /hot water included. 570-881-0546 West Pittston, Pa. GARDEN VILLAGE APARTMENTS 221 Fremont St. Housing for the elderly & mobility impaired; all utilities included. Federally subsidized program. Extremely low income persons encouraged to apply. Income less than $12,400. 570-655-6555, 8 am-4 pm, Monday-Friday. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE

WEST WYOMING 425 West 8th Street

New 1st floor 2 bedroom with off street parking, washer/ dryer hook up, stove included. No pets. $550/mo + security. Sewer & garbage included, other utilities by tenant. 570-760-0458

WEST WYOMING

Spacious 2nd floor, 6 room, 2 bedroom apartment, heat, water & sewer furnished, 1 bath, off-street parking, no pets, $600/ month + security & references Call 570-288-9831 after 5 pm.

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3 bedrooms, 1 bath. Newly remodeled. $700/month + security. 215-932-5690

WILKES-BARRE

Cozy 1 bedroom, with living room, kitchen and private porch in the East End. Refrigerator, stove & water provided. Great closet space, no pets, 1 month security & references required. $450 + electric. 570 301-7723

WILKES-BARRE

HUGE, modern efficiency, includes all new appliances & all utilities. $725/month + security. Call 570-574-3065

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

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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

Mayflower Section 1 bedroom apartment available. Nice Area. Stove, fridge, heat & hot water included. Storage. No pets. Call 570-823-7587

WILKES-BARRE

Wilkes-University Campus Studio, 1, 2, 3 & 4 bedroom. Starting at $425. All utilities included. Call 570-826-1934

WILKES-BARRE TWP

3 bedroom. Includes heat, all appliances, washer / dryer, off street parking, back yard. $725 + security. 570-704-8134

1 bedroom 2nd floor at $625/month. Off street parking. Non smoking. No pets. Bonus walk up attic with tons of storage. Heat, water, garbage, sewer included. 1 month security, credit check & references. 1 year lease. Please call Donna 570-613-9080

WYOMING

AVAILABLE MAY 1 2nd floor. Bright & cheery. One bedroom. Single occupancy. Quiet building & neighborhood. Includes stove, refrigerator, heat, water, sewer & trash. No smoking. No pets. Security, references & credit check. $595/month Call (570) 609-5133

WYOMING

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

944

Commercial Properties

BUILDING FOR RENT

Located in Kingston. Small & efficient - can be shop, office or storage. Central Air & Electric. $350/mo. 570 287-3985

DOLPHIN PLAZA

Rte. 315 1,000 & 3,800 Sq. Ft. WILL DIVIDE OFFICE / RETAIL Call 570-829-1206 KINGSTON

OFFICE SPACE

2nd floor. Up to 1,000 sq. ft. open space. Call 570-696-1600

PITTSTON

5,000 sq. ft. No loading dock. Off street parking. $550 mo. + utilities 570-540-0746

944

Commercial Properties

RETAIL SHOPPES 30-60 day availability FORTY FORT WYOMING AVE

â&#x20AC;&#x153;America Realtyâ&#x20AC;? Rentals Lease one or more â&#x20AC;&#x153;divided/ small shoppesâ&#x20AC;?. Starting @ $550 2 years, 500/600 approximate sq. ft. Inquiries apply:

570-288-1422

PITTSTON COOPERS CO-OP

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

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

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

315 PLAZA 1,750 SQ. FT. & 3,400 SQ.FT OFFICE/RETAIL 570-829-1206

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A/C & Refrigeration Services

STRISH A/C Ductless / Central

Air Conditioning Free Estimates Licensed & Insured 570-332-0715

1024

Building & Remodeling

1st. Quality Construction Co.

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

1024

Building & Remodeling

NICHOLS CONSTRUCTION

All Types Of Work New or Remodeling Licensed & Insured Free Estimates 570-406-6044

Shedlarski Construction H I OME MPROVEMENT SPECIALIST

Licensed, insured & PA registered. Kitchens, baths, vinyl siding & railings, replacement windows & doors, additions, garages, all phases of home renovations. Free Estimates 570-287-4067

Senior Citizens Discount! State Lic. # PA057320

570-606-8438 ALL OLDER HOMES SPECIALIST 825-4268. Remodel / Repair Kitchen & Baths

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570-819-0681

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Roofing, Home Renovating. Garages, Kitchens, Baths, Siding and More! Licensed and Insured. FREE ESTIMATES!! 570-388-0149 PA040387

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Call the Building Industry Association for a list of qualified members

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Chimney Service

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

CHIMNEY REPAIRS Parging. Stucco.

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

1042

Cleaning & Maintainence

House Cleaning

Errands, etc. $9 - $11/room. Excellent References Call Jennifer at 570-436-8102

1054

Concrete & Masonry

B.P. Home Repairs 570-825-4268 Brick, Block, Concrete, Sidewalks, Chimneys, Stucco. New Installation & Repairs C&C Masonry and Concrete. Absolutely free estimates. Masonry & concrete work. Specializing in foundations, repairs and rebuilding. Footers floors, driveways. 570-766-1114 570-346-4103 PA084504 COVERT & SONS CONCRETE CO. All types of concrete & foundation work. Specials & discounts for Veterans & Sr . Citizens. Give us a call we will beat any written estimate by 10% or more. 570-696-3488 or 570-239-2780

D. Pugh Concrete

All phases of masonry & concrete. Small jobs welcome. Senior discount. Free estimates. Licensed & Insured 288-1701/655-3505

Williams & Franks Inc

Masonry ContracContractors. tors Chimney, stucco, concrete, and stonework. Clean outs and hauling service. 570-466-2916 WYOMING VALLEY MASONRY Concrete, stucco, foundations,pavers, retaining wall systems, dryvit, flagstone, brick work. Senior Citizen Discount.570-287-4144 or 570-760-0551

1057Construction & Building

GARAGE DOOR Sales, service,

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

1078

Dry Wall

MIRRA DRYWALL

Hanging & Finishing Textured Ceilings Licensed & Insured Free Estimates

(570) 675-3378 Running your own business? Spread the word with an ad here! 570-829-7130

1084

Electrical

GRULA ELECTRIC LLC Licensed, Insured, No job too small.

570-829-4077

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

1093

Excavating

All Types Of Excavating, Demolition & Concrete Work. Large & Small Jobs FREE ESTIMATES (570) 760-1497 WYOMING VALLEY PROPERTY MGT. Mini-Excavating /Hauling Stone, mulch, topsoil, etc. Lawn care. Reasonable rates. 570-466-4176

1105 Floor Covering Installation

ETERNITY FLOORING

*Hardwood *Laminate *Ceramic *Porcelain Installations 570-820-0233 Free Estimates PA 089377

1129 Gutter Repair & Cleaning

GUTTER CLEANING Window Cleaning

Pressure washing Insured 570-288-6794

1132

Handyman Services

DO IT ALL HANDYMAN

Painting, drywall, plumbing & all types of interior & exterior home repairs. 570-829-5318

1132

Handyman Services

1135

Hauling & Trucking

Markâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Handyman Service

Give us a call

We do it all! Licensed &Insured

570-578-8599 NEPA HANDYMAN 30 Years Experience Remodeling Homes Pittston & Surrounding Areas Dave 570-479-8076

1135

Hauling & Trucking

AAA CLEANING A1 GENERAL HAULING Cleaning attics, cellars, garages. Demolitions, Roofing & Tree Removal. Free Est. 779-0918 or 542-5821; 814-8299 AAA Bob & Rayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hauling: Friendly & Courteous. We take anything & everything. Attic to basement. Garage, yard, free estimates. Call 570-655-7458 or 570-905-4820

AFFORDABLE Junk removal cleanups, cleanouts, Large or small jobs. Fast free estimates. (570) 814-4631 ALWAYS READY HAULING Moving, Deliveries, Property & Estate Cleanups, Attics, Cellars, Yards, Garages, Construction Sites, Flood Damage & More. CHEAPER THAN A DUMPSTER!! Free Metal Removal Free Estimates 570-301-3754

CASTAWAY HAULING JUNK REMOVAL

823-3788 / 817-0395

HAUL ALL& H

AULING PAINTING SERVICES.

Free Estimates. 570-332-5946

Junk-Be-Gone We Haul It All! Residential Commercial No Job Too Big Or Small! Free Est. W-B based 570-237-2609/ 570-332-8049

Mikeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s $5-Up

Removal of Wood, Trash and Debris. Same Day Service.

826-1883 793-8057

SPRING CLEANUP! ALL KINDS OF HAULING & JUNK REMOVAL

TREE/SHRUB REMOVAL REMOVAL DEMOLITION Estate Cleanout Free Estimates 24 HOUR SERVICE SMALL AND LARGE JOBS! 570-823-1811 570-239-0484

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1156

Insurance

NEPA LONG TERM CARE AGENCY Long Term/Short Term Care Products Life Insurance Tax Deferred Annuities Medicare Supplement Plans Dental/Vision Estate Planning Ideas 570-580-0797 FREE CONSULT

www nepalong termcare.com 1162 Landscaping/ Garden

GARDEN TILLING

call Stan at 570-574-3050

1162 Landscaping/ Garden BITTO LANDSCAPING & LAWN SERVICE 26 years experience, landscape designs, retaining walls, pavers, patios, decks, walkways, ponds, lighting, seeding, mulch, etc Free Estimates. 570-288-5177

Brizzyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

Arbor Care & Landscaping Tree trimming, pruning & removal. Stump grinding, Cabling. Shrub and hedge sculpting and trimming. Spring cleanup, retaining walls and repair. Free Estimates Fully Insured 570-542-7265

JAYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LAWN SERVICE Spring clean-ups,

mowing, mulching and more! Free Estimates 570-574-3406 NORWAY SPRUCE 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122; - 9â&#x20AC;&#x2122; for $99.00 Plants dug fresh Delivery & Planting available. Other types & sizes helenandedstreefarm.com 570-498-6209 Ed

RESIDENTIAL LAWN SERVICE Grass cutting, trimming, leaf clean-up. Free Est. 574-5800 Tough brush, mowing, edging, mulching, trimming shrubs, hedges, trees, lawn care, leaf removal, Spring clean up. Accepting new customers & applications this season. Weekly & bi-weekly lawn care. Fully Insured. Free Estimates 570-829-3261 TREE REMOVAL Stump grinding, Hazard tree removal, Grading, Drainage, Lot clearing, Stone/ Soil delivery. Insured. Reasonable Rates 570-574-1862

1165

Lawn Care

B & R LAWN SERVICE Grass & Shrub Cutting Reasonable Rates Senior Discount Free Estimates Call Butch at 570-954-6009 or Ron at 570-640-3458

1165

Lawn Care

Country Gentleman Total Yard Care Lawns - Shrubs Tilling - Mulch Senior Discount Westside Specials Family Owned 570-287-3852

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Cleanups, mowing, mulching, shrub & tree trimming. Residential & Commercial Accounts Wanted Call Doug at 570-574-4367

LOW COST LAWN CARE SERVICE

Specializing in grass cutting rates start at $20 Free Estimates 570-706-5035 PORTANOVAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LAWN CARE Weekly & BiWeekly Lawn Cutting, Landscaping. Reasonable rates. Now accepting new customers. Email DanPortanova@ gmail.com or call 570-650-3985

1189 Miscellaneous Service

VITOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S & GINOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S Wanted:

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

Masonry

H O S CONSTRUCTION

Licensed - Insured Certified - Masonry Concrete - Roofing Quality Craftsmanship Guaranteed Unbeatable Prices Free Estimates 570-574-4618 or 570-709-3577 JAMES ATHERTON MASONRY Free Estimates All phases of masonry, foundations, brick, concrete, chimneys & roofs 570-417-7688

Lic.# PA021520

1252

Roofing & Siding

J.R.V. ROOFING

288-8995 1195

Movers

BestDarnMovers Moving Helpers Call for Free Quote. We make moving easy. BestDarnMovers.com 570-852-9243

1204

Painting & Wallpaper

AMERICA PAINTING

570-702-2497

1183

570-474-6329

FREE PICKUP

Looking for Work? Tell Employers with a Classified Ad. 570-829-7130

YARD CLEAN UP Attics & Basements Complete clean ups Garden tilling Call for quotes 570-953-7699 or 570-926-9029

DRIVEWAYS PARKING LOTS ROADWAYS HOT TAR & CHIPS SEALCOATING Licensed and Insured. Call Today For Your Free Estimate

Highest Prices Paid!!

LAWNCARE

Silly Name, Serious Results! Residential & Commercial Services Available.

Paving & Excavating

EVERHART CONSTRUCTION Roofing, siding, gutters, chimney repairs & more. Free Estimates, Lowest Prices 570-855-5738

Interior/Exterior. 20 years experience. Insured. Senior Discount 570-855-0387

SPIKE & GORILLAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S

1213

David Wayne PAINTING CALL ABOUT OUR EXTERIOR SPECIALS 570-762-6889

M. PARALIS PAINTING

Int/ Ext. painting, Power washing. Professional work at affordable rates. Free estimates. 570-288-0733

570-824-6381 Roof Repairs & New Roofs. Shingle, Slate, Hot Built Up, Rubber, Gutters & Chimney Repairs. Year Round. Licensed/Insured Â&#x160;FREE EstimatesÂ&#x160; *24 Hour Emergency Calls*

Jim Harden

570-288-6709

New Roofs & Repairs, Shingles, Rubber, Slate, Gutters, Chimney Repairs. Credit Cards accepted FREE ESTIMATES! Licensed-Insured EMERGENCIES

WINTER ROOFING Special $1.29 s/f Licensed, insured, fast service 570-735-0846

1276

Snow Removal

SNOW

PLOWING Â&#x160;Commercial

Â&#x160;Industrial

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Serra Painting Book Now For Spring & Save. All Work Guaranteed Satisfaction. 30 Yrs. Experience Powerwash & Paint Vinyl, Wood, Stucco Aluminum. Free Estimates You Canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t Lose! 570-822-3943

VITO & GINOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S 570-574-1275

1297

Tree Care

GASHI AND SONS TREE SERVICE AND STUMP REMOVAL. Fully Insured. 570-693-1875

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Commercial Properties

WILKES-BARRE 518 N. Main St.

Approximately 1000 sq. ft. Large glass storefront, formerly used as floral shop. Priced right at $350/mo., water incl. Tenant pays gas & electric 570-814-1356

WILKES-BARRE

GREAT LOCATION!

Close to all Major Highways Commercial space for lease. 21,600 sq. ft. Distribution/ Warehouse/Retail /Offices, etc + large 80,000 sq. ft. parking lot fenced in with automatic dusk to dawn lighting system. Will divide. 570-822-2021. Ask for Betty or Dave

947

Garages

COMMERCIAL GARAGE SPACE

Kingston. 1,250 sf. Excellent for mechanic or shipping & receiving. Separate over head and entrance doors. Gas Heat. Easy Access. $450 + security & references. 570-706-5628 WILKES-BARRE

GARAGE FOR43x63 RENT Large

garage with high overhead door. Contractors, delivery truck routes, etc. who need good size garage. Also for storage / vehicles. Located near W.B. General on Chestnut St. Electrical. $650 per month. Call night or day. 570-674-3120

950

Half Doubles

FORTY FORT

44 Wesley St 3 bedrooms. Finished attic. Living room / dining room. All appliances including 1st floor washer / dryer. Off street parking. $850 + utilities & security. Call 570-650-0010

HANOVERTOWNSHIP

Lyndwood Section. 3 bedroom 1/2 double. Newly renovated, gas heat. Laundry hookup. All utilities by tenant. No Pets, No smoking. $650. Lease & security required. Call after 6PM.570-829-5304

HANOVER TOWNSHIP Nice 3 bedroom. Off

street parking. Nice area. $575/month Call (570)825-4198

HANOVER TWP. $650/month, 2

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

KINGSTON Beautiful half dou-

ble in great neighborhood. 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, newly remodeled. W/D hookup, new kitchen with stove, dishwasher, microwave and fridge included. Hardwood floors and new carpet. Detached garage and gas heat. $750/mo + utilities and security deposit. Call Scott 714-2431 - Ext 137

KINGSTON TOWNSHIP HANOVER TOWNSHIP ately. Available immedi2 bedroom. $490 2 bedrooms, 1

950

Half Doubles

/month + utilities & security. Back yard & off street parking. No pets. 570-262-1021

bathroom, backyard, front porch, large kitchen, $570 per month, Call 570-332-5723

950

Half Doubles

KINGSTON

Large 1/2 double with 3 bedrooms, living room, dining room (with red carpet throughout) eat-in kitchen with additional pantry area. 1 bath. Large fenced yard. Gas/ hot water baseboard heat. All utilities by tenant. No smokers, no pets. $650 + security. Call Stephen 570-561-5245 KINGSTON

PRISTINE & SPACIOUS

3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, brand new w/w carpeting thruout, full eat-in kitchen, Private yard with rear deck, attic & basement storage. Close to Jr. High. $700 mo + utilities, security, lease. No pets. 570-793-6294

KINGSTON Sprague Ave.

2 bedroom, 1 bath, 1st floor duplex, New w/w carpeting & hardwood floors. Convenient to Wyoming Ave. Washer/dryer hookup, basement storage. Reduced! $540/month + utilities, security, lease & NO PETS. 570-793-6294

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950

Half Doubles

953 Houses for Rent

PLAINS

DALLAS

2 bedroom, modern quiet, w/w, w/d hookup, gas heat. $500. No pets. Security & lease. 570-332-1216 570-592-1328

PLAINS

NEW LUXURY DUPLEX This beautiful, completely renovated 2 bedroom luxury apartment could be yours! All new high end amenities include: hardwood floors, gorgeous maple kitchen cabinets with granite countertops & stainless steel appliances. Spacious great room with gas fireplace. Stacked washer/dryer. All new tile bath. Large screened-in porch. Many large, convenient closets. Central A/C. New gas heating system. Huge attic for storage. “Must See!” $850 + utilities, lease & security. NO PETS. Call for appointment. 570-793-6294

WEST WYOMING

3 bedrooms, 1 bath, refrigerator & stove, washer/ dryer hookup. Nice yard. $500/month + utilities by tenant. Security & references 570-693-7535

NANTICOKE Large 1/2 Double, 3 bedrooms, large kitchen, fenced in yard. $550 per month + utilities. Garbage & maintenance fees included. No Pets, 1 month security deposit. References. Available May 1st. 477-1415

Newly remodeled 3 bedrooms, refrigerator & stove provided, no pets, wall to wall carpeting, $800/month, + utilities, & $1,000 security deposit. Call 570-693-2804

NANTICOKE

953 Houses for Rent

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

WYOMING

EDWARDSVILLE

150 Green St. Newly remodeled ranch, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. Handicap accessible. Corner lot with nice yard. $1100. monthly plus own utilities (570) 283-0587

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

DUPONT

7 room house with 3 bedrooms, 1 full tile bath. Large kitchen with beautiful oak cabinets. Brand new stove, carpeting, flooring, draperies & windows. Washer/dryer hook up on 1st floor. Single car detached garage. Large yard. Gas heat. Pets OK, no smoking. $900/ month, + utilities & security. Close to airport, I81 & casino. 570-762-8265 HANOVER TWP Modern 3 bedroom. 1 1/2 bath. Driveway. Gas heat. Lease. No pets. No smoking. $725 + utilities. Call Ann Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

(570) 288-6654

HARVEYS LAKE

2 small bedrooms, all appliances, security & 1st. Available 4/1. NO PETS. 570-762-6792

953 Houses for Rent

HARVEYS LAKE

WILKES-BARRE 15 Grove St.

2.5 bedrooms, 2 baths, all appliances, hardwood floors, gas fireplace, washer/dryer on premises, single car attached garage. No pets. $975/month + security. Water, sewer & garbage paid. Call 570-855-2687

KINGSTON M S ARKET

TREET

3 bedrooms, 1 bath, New appliances & carpet, off-street parking. $650/ month plus utilities & security. Call 570-822-4177

NANTICOKE Desirable

Lexington Village Nanticoke, PA Many ranch style homes. 2 bedrooms $900 + electric only

SQUARE FOOT RE MANAGEMENT 866-873-0478 PITTSTON

Newly remodeled single family Ranch home. Excellent condition with 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths. Hardwood floors, granite counter tops, central air, garage, driveway, full basement. No pets or smoking. Garbage & maintenance included. Utilities not included. $1200/mo. Contact Pat 570-237-0425

PLYMOUTH

3 bedroom, 1.5 baths. Gas heat. Carpeted. Off street parking. $800 + utilities & security. Call 570-430-7901 SWOYERSVILLE Completely remodeled Large 2 story, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, single family home including refrigerator, stove, dishwasher & disposal. Gas heat, nice yard, good neighborhood,. Off street parking. Shed. No pets. $995 / month. 570-479-6722

2 bedrooms, 1st floor, hook-ups, new furnace, offstreet parking (2 cars), New storm windows, $600/ month + 1 month security. Call 570-885-8496

WILKES-BARRE

3-4 bedroom house, yard. Section 8 welcomed. $650 + utilities & security. 570-735-2285

WILKES-BARRE ELEGANT

VICTORIAN 5 bedroom. 1.5 baths. www.aptilike.com Ad #547

WILKES-BARRE

Family house, 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, large living room & eat-in-kitchen. Large Backyard & garage. $675/month & utilities, + 1 month + security. Call 609-356-8416

WILKES-BARRE

One 3 bedroom $700 One 3 Bedroom $625 One 2 bedroom $585 Plus all utilities References & security. No pets. 570-766-1881

962

Rooms

KINGSTON HOUSE Nice, clean furnished room, starting at $340. Efficiency at $450 month furnished with all utilities included. Off street parking. 570-718-0331

NEEDED: Strong Female willing to care for disabled woman in exchange for Room / Board and $200 monthly spending money. Call 570-822-2051

965

Roommate Wanted

MOUNTAIN TOP

Male homeowner looking for responsible male roommate to share house. Minutes away from Industrial Park. Off street parking. Plenty of storage. Furnished room. Large basement with billiards and air hockey. All utilities included. $425. Call Doug 570-817-2990

NANTICOKE

2 Males looking for 3rd roommate to share 3 bedroom apartment. $85 / week. Call 570-735-8015

WILKES-BARRE

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

974 Wanted to Rent Real Estate

TUNKHANNOCK

& Surrounding Areas Female construction worker needs room to rent as soon as possible till July. Serious Inquiries Only. Call 570-560-2325 after 7pm

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