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THURSDAY, APRIL 5, 2012

Area businessman says he’s eager to host GOP front-runner

Energy firm a Romney stop By BILL O’BOYLE boboyle@timesleader.com

TUNKHANNOCK – Ryan Andrews hopes to show Republican presidential front runner Mitt Romney how his business fits with big themes in this year’s election race. “We want Mr. Romney to see how the natural-gas production industry has created many secure jobs for locals in our region by showing him our operations and introducing him to our dedicated employees,” Andrews, co-owner of Mountain Energy Services, said. The Tunkhannock business is one of two stops the former Massachusetts governor is making today on a campaign swing through Pennsylvania in advance of the state primary on April 24.

From left, Nate Schneider, Joe Zanotti and Bill Ackerman from Loud & Clear Inc. of Cincinnati set up risers for the press in preparations for Mitt Romney’s scheduled afternoon visit today to Mountain Energy in Tunkhannock.

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Romney “We want to get the message out there that the gas industry has the potential to change the way of life for all Americans, and I think Mitt Romney understands that to run a successful business in this country you need less government and entitlements and more hard work,” said Matt Andrews. Romney is expected to speak at approximately 2:45 p.m. He was scheduled to make an appearance in

30 to 130 face layoff at Depot The contracted employees, who fill 850 of the 5,400 positions at Tobyhanna, begin to lose their jobs April 13, a spokesman said. By ANDREW M. SEDER aseder@timesleader.com

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Harrisburg before traveling to Tunkhannock. His topic is expected to be energy. A person close to the campaign said energy continues to be an im-

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VIGIL FOR SLAIN FLORIDA TEEN ilkesW Barre residents

Christa Shaver, Sarah Rasmussen and Ameika Burns huddle together to keep their candles lit Wednesday evening on Public Square during a vigil for Trayvon Martin, the Florida teen who was shot and killed by a neighborhood watch volunteer in February while wearing a hoodie. For the story, see Page 3A.

TOBYHANNA – At least 30 and as many as 130 contracted employees at the Tobyhanna Army Depot could lose their jobs by this summer, a depot spokesman confirmed on Wednesday. The layoffs will begin April 13, said Ed Mickley, the public affairs officer for Northeastern Three years ago Pennsylvania’s largest the depot peaked employer. The company that con- at 5,900 employtracts with the depot to ees, but its staff provide the employees, fluctuates dependURS Federal Support Services Inc. of Oklahoma ing on workload City, was informed Tues- and contracts. In day of the decision. Work- 2000, the depot ers were told Wednesday, though it will be up to workforce totaled URS to determine which 3,071, its lowest employees will be affect- figure in more ed. Mickley said that “130 than two decades. out of 5,400 is not a lot” but acknowledged it is a major blow for those who will be laid off. He also noted that 130 is not a guaranteed number, but a worst-case estimate. Contractors make up 850 of the 5,400 positions at the depot in Monroe County. The contractors handle industrial trades and electronics jobs. No Army civilian employees See DEPOT, Page 12A See DEPOT, Page 12A

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Grieving father’s case ends with agreement Daniel Madry was accused of trespassing when he visited the area where his son died.

By EDWARD LEWIS elewis@timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE TWP. – Daniel Madry said he has no ill feelings for two women he said reported him trespassing on private property when visiting the roadside memorial marking where his teen son died last summer. “I’m not angry, I’m not bitter.

I’m grieving,” Madry, 52, said before a summary trial on a defiant trespass charge. The summary trial before District Judge Michael Dotzel was averted when an agreement was reached after Madry pledged not to go onto private property in Fairview Township for one year. If he obeys the agreement, Dotzel will dismiss the trespass offense against Madry. The two women, Sandra Loeb and Lisa Dean, stayed in a car and did not go inside

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Lawyers aid alleged victims Bar group will help people who dealt with Anthony Lupas seek reimbursement. By TERRIE MORGAN-BESECKER tmorgan@timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE – The Luzerne County Bar Association is forming a committee to assist those allegedly scammed by attorney Anthony Lupas in filing

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claims with a special state fund that reimburses clients who have been defrauded by a lawyer. Attorney Joseph Saporito, president of the Bar Association, on Wednesday said he has been contacted by several attorneys who expressed interest in assisting the alleged victims, at no charge, in filing forms with the Pennsylvania Lawyers Fund for Client Security.

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Anyone wishing to file a claim can obtain a copy of the complaint form at www.palawfund.com or by calling 800-962-4618.

The security fund, established in 1982, reimburses clients who have been victimized by a dishonest attorney for losses up See LUPAS, Page 12A

Pigging out on ham? You’ll squeal at checkout By JOSH FUNK AP Business Writer

Dan and Carolyn Madry hold a photo of their son Brian at a preliminary hearing on trespassing charges filed against Dan at District Judge Michael Dotzel’s office Wednesday.

The sign at the main gate of theTobyhanna Army Depot in Coolbaugh Township.

OMAHA, Neb. — Ham will be the centerpiece of many Easter dinners this weekend, but the cost of that traditional main dish may make it harder for families to live high on the hog. Ham prices have been higher than usual for the past two years because the cost of pig feed has gone up, and some major pork producers are spending millions to convert barns as they phase out cramped cages used to confine

the previous five years. pregnant sows. A recent check at one OmaHam has been selling wholesale for 75 to 80 cents per ha-area supermarket found boneless Hormel hams selling pound this spring, for about $2.20 per pound, which is in line with last year’s See HAM, Page 12A prices but well above the 55 cents per pound The traditional Easter ham will average make for a for pricier dinner on tables this year. KRT PHOTO

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POLICE BLOTTER

saulted his girlfriend because he did not like a song she was playing on a DVD player. Kevin Danser, 30, of Allen Street, HAZLE TWP. – A quantity of 22 West Hazleton, was charged with simcaliber ammunition was discovered ple assault, harassment and public inside the Hazleton Area 9th Grade drunkenness. He was jailed at the LuCenter at about 4 p.m. Tuesday. zerne County Correctional Facility for Anyone with information about the ammunition is asked to call state police lack of $3,000 bail. According to the criminal complaint, at Hazleton at 459-3890. Jamie Brownlie told police Danser grabbed her hair, punched her in the HANOVER TWP. – No one was injured in a crash involving a vehicle and face and threw her on the floor and a school bus transporting 16 children to continued to assault her at about 11:30 p.m. Sunday after he became upset the Hanover Area Memorial School about the song. Wednesday morning, township police said. EDWARDSVILLE – A man was Police said the bus was traveling on arraigned Monday on charges he stole South Main Street when it struck a $40 from his girlfriend’s bra and tresSuzuki, driven by Kala Ankner, of Sopassed at her apartment. bieski Street, who was attempting to Michael Christopher Grabko, 24, last make a left turn onto South Main from known address as West Green Street, Askam Street at around 7:50 a.m. Nanticoke, was charged with robbery, Another bus was called to the scene and transported the students to school. theft, harassment and criminal trespass. He was jailed at the Luzerne There were no injuries. Police said Ankner will be cited with County Correctional Facility for lack of $8,000 bail. failing to stop at a stop sign. According to the criminal comHANOVER TWP. – Stark Holdings, a plaints: Brandy Stribaugh told police on self-storage facility on West Saint Marys Road, reported the theft of a storm March 16 that Grabko shoved his hand into her bra and removed $40 before grate and a chain from the business. driving away. Grabko was charged The theft was discovered on Saturday. March 26 with the alleged robbery. Police investigating a noise comHAZLETON – Police said they arrested Michael Airhart, 27, of Hazleton, plaint at Stribaugh’s residence on Roosevelt Street on Sunday spotted Grabafter investigating a report of a man ko’s vehicle parked nearby. Stribaugh threatening a woman with a knife in denied Grabko was in her apartment the area of 11th and Alter streets at but police alleged Grabko jumped out a about 3:50 p.m. Tuesday. second-floor window and ran away. Airhart was charged with terroristic Grabko was apprehended near the threats and harassment. He was jailed apartment. at the Luzerne County Correctional Facility for lack of $5,000 bail. MOUNT POCONO – A Wilkes-Barre HAZLETON – State police at Hazle- man was arrested on an outstanding warrant during a traffic stop in Mount ton said a roll-away tool box and tools Pocono on Saturday. were stolen from Monro Muffler and Lamar Bobbett, 26, was a passenger Brake on state Route 93 between Satin a vehicle that Pocono Mountain urday and Tuesday. Regional Police pulled over on state Route 611 at Center Avenue at 2:16 a.m. EATON TWP. – State police said Saturday. they apprehended the two men who The driver, Maurice Cooley, 27, of stole $800 worth of electronic merHanover Township, was pulled over for chandise from the Walmart store on an alleged lane change violation and state Route 29 on Tuesday night. weaving. Cooley was arrested on eviAric Michael Wilbur, 27, of Nicholdence of drunken driving, police said. son and Bradley Warner, 29, of MonA warrant check on Bobbett revealed trose were charged with retail theft and an active bench warrant on a harasscommitted to the Wyoming County ment charge issued through the LuCorrectional Facility. zerne County Sheriff’s Department. The two men left the store with the Bobbett was taken into custody and merchandise around 8 p.m. Tuesday, but dropped it and fled south on Route lodged at the Monroe County Correctional Facility, police said. 29, state police said. Wilbur was located walking along WILKES-BARRE – A man was arRoute 6 around 3:30 p.m. Wednesday raigned Monday on charges he used a and taken into custody after a foot credit card belonging to a former emchase, state police said. Warner was later identified as one of ployer. Sean T. Morton, 38, of West Point the participants in the theft and taken Avenue, Harveys Lake, was charged into custody, state police said. with theft, receiving stolen property and access device fraud. He was reWILKES-BARRE – City police released on $5,000 unsecured bail. ported the following: City police allege Morton used a • Tammi Anthony of 182 Carlisle St. reported her purse was stolen during a Sunoco fuel card owned by Franchelli Enterprises after he was fired. Morton burglary at her residence between 8 used the fuel card with the majority of a.m. and 1 p.m. Wednesday. purchases totaling more than $3,300 at • Two metal storm grates were reported stolen Tuesday from the area of the A-Plus service station on Academy Street from Dec. 16 to Jan. 21, accord532 Hazle Ave. ing to the criminal complaint. • Maurice Smith, no address or age provided, will be charged after police HAZLETON – State police Bureau of said he was seen dropping two hypoLiquor Control Enforcement said they dermic needles Tuesday near the Vericited Harris & Weber Inc., doing busizon building on Public Square. ness as Joyce & Bill’s, 181-183 S. Wyoming St., with furnishing alcohol to a WEST HAZLETON – A man was minor. arraigned Monday on charges he as-

COURT BRIEFS PITTSTON – A former volunteer with a church youth camp and Boy Scouts in Old Force accused of sexually assaulting at least three boys waived his right to a preliminary hearing before Senior District Judge Andrew Barilla on Wednesday. Vito Joseph Russo, 40, of Evans Street, Duryea, waived three counts each of indecent assault, endangering the welfare of children and corruption of minors, two counts of indecent exposure and a single count of involuntary deviate sexual intercourse to Luzerne County Court. Duryea police withdrew a count of indecent assault against Russo. Police allege Russo sexually assaulted a boy from 1999 to 2002, another boy from 2002 to 2005 and a third boy from 2009 to December, according to the criminal complaints.

Hazleton OKs ‘quality’ law

City council tables action issuing a citation and fine. O N T H E N E T Under the proposal, citaon eminent domain move, tions and fines could be is- Read an extended version of transit resolution. sued immediately. Fines this story and find the proBy STEVE MOCARSKY smocarsky@timesleader.com

HAZLETON – City council on Wednesday gave a preliminary nod to a new “Quality of Life” ordinance and tabled two controversial resolutions – one involving taking a commercial property by eminent domain, the other rescinding an earlier resolution to merge public transit operations with Luzerne County. The “Quality of Life” ordinance would give police, code and health officers authority to issue citations for 20 different violations ranging from failure to remove snow from a sidewalk in a timely manner to the accumulation of trash on a property. Currently, many separate ordinances address all those issues and require code or health officers to issue a notice of violation and allow time to cure it before

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Resident Dee Deakos said it made no sense to take the land because Angelo Greco already had plans to build a “vertical farm” on the property and, after he paid to demolish the Centrum building, “to have it yanked out from under him is not very nice.” Deakos said the city could acquire two adjacent buildings for sale down the block and avoid costly litigation with Greco. Yannuzzi asked council to table the resolution rescinding a previous resolution to merge Hazleton Public Transit with the Luzerne County Transportation Authority because he and council received a letter from the state deputy transportation secretary asking council to postpone the vote until he could discuss the situation with them in person.

MIDDAY DRAWING DAILY NUMBER 8-0-6 BIG FOUR 8-2-0-1 QUINTO 8-6-4-8-0 TREASURE HUNT 01-12-16-17-29 NIGHTLY DRAWING DAILY NUMBER 0-3-7 BIG FOUR 0-2-4-3 QUINTO 3-8-1-4-2 CASH FIVE 26-27-34-40-43 POWERBALL 01-24-33-45-49 POWERBALL 06 HARRISBURG — Thursday’s “Pennsylvania Cash 5” jackpot will be worth at least $225,000 because no player matched the five winning numbers drawn in Wednesday’s game. Lottery officials said 36 players matched four numbers and won $437.50 each; 1,528 players matched three numbers and won $17 each; and 19,850 players matched two numbers and won $1 each .

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eryl Streep as Dorothy and Sting as the Tin Man perform dressed as characters from ‘The Wizard of Oz’ during the Revlon Concert for the Rainforest Fund at Carnegie Hall on Tuesday in New York. The fundraiser also included James Taylor as the Scarecrow and Elton John as the Cowardly Lion. Also on hand were Jennifer Hudson, Bruno Mars, Vince Gill, Rosanne Cash, Bryn Terfel and Rita Wilson, with Channing and Jenna Dewan Tatum offering dance support.

months in prison. Jalloh was charged in April 2010 after police said they found a 3-year-old boy wearing no clothing and a 2-year-old boy wearing only a T-shirt and diaper unattended in the area. Jalloh was charged in the same incident with assaulting two police officers when they attempted to take him into WILKES-BARRE – A Hazle- custody for leaving the children unattended. ton man charged with leaving In another related incident, his two young children unatpolice said Jalloh made threattended in public, assaulting ening motions to a police offipolice officers in the same incident and threatening another cer at an October 2010 hearing in relation to the case. officer was sentenced WednesIn an unrelated case, police day to time already served in said Jalloh visited the mother prison and 12 years probation. of his two children at work, and Alpha Jalloh, 25, of West Green Street, was sentenced on tried to leave the children in three counts of endangering the the parking lot. welfare of children, two counts WILKES-BARRE – A Mounof aggravated assault and one tain Top man accused of forgcount each of intimidation of ing vehicle registration docuwitnesses and defiant trespassing. Jalloh pleaded guilty to the ments and insurance fraud in charges in February. Jalloh was another case, pleaded guilty to related charges Monday. released on parole Wednesday Jade C. Perrillo, 45, of Counas he had already served 18

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Police said Russo met the boys while driving children on a bus to church functions and youth camp and at a Boy Scouts troop in Old Forge. Russo is scheduled to be formally arraigned in county court on June 15. He remains jailed at the county prison for lack of $50,000 bail.

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would be $25 for a first offense, $50 for a second, $100 for a third and $150 or $250 for subsequent violations within a 12-month period. Council unanimously approved amendments allowing more time for snow removal after a snowfall and voted 3-2 on the ordinance itself, with Jack Mundy and Jean Mope voting against it. Two more readings are required for adoption. Mundie objected to council being the first level of appeal; solicitor Chris Slusser said he will provide other options for the next meeting. Council also unanimously voted to table a resolution that would give Mayor Joseph Yannuzzi authority to begin eminent domain proceedings to acquire properties at 39-41W. Broad St. – site of the demolished Greco Centrum/former Leader Store. Yannuzzi said he is negotiating a public-private partnership to use gaming money to build a parking garage with retail space on the site.

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try Club Road, entered the plea to charges including tampering with records, fraud, false swearing, false insurance claim, and theft by deception. Judge Joseph Sklarosky, Jr., said Perrillo will be sentenced on May 18. Perrillo was charged in July after he allegedly submitted hotel and food bills to his insurance carrier in 2010. Perrillo’s house on Country Club Road in Dorrance Township was damaged by a fire on July 14, 2010. Due to the fire, Perrillo was unable to stay at his house. Perrillo allegedly submitted a $2,799 hotel bill and an $11,659 food bill to his insurance carrier for reimbursement. Perrillo claimed he stayed at the Woodlands Inn & Resort in Plains Township, according to the criminal complaint, even though he never stayed there. In the vehicle registration cases, police say Perrillo, owner of Jaden’s Auto Works, forged documents on two different vehicles he sold to women in March and April 2011.

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As part of his plea agreement, Sklarosky said Perrillo must cease operations of Jaden’s Auto Works, North River Street, Plains Township, and must pay more than $7,700 in restitution. WILKES-BARRE – An attorney who represents a Hazleton man charged in the November 2010 shooting death of a Hazleton woman filed court papers Tuesday asking a judge to not permit certain evidence at an April 30 trial. Allyson Kacmarski said in court papers filed on behalf of Benjamin Westbrooks, 22, charged in the shooting death of Alicia Weaver, that pre-death photos of Weaver should be allowed at the trial and that prosecutors should not be permitted to present evidence of prior crimes Westbrooks may have committed. A judge has not made a ruling on the requests. A hearing is scheduled for April 17 before Judge Tina Polachek Gartley.

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Stilp, Vinsko to debate

Gene Stilp and Bill Vinsko, Democratic candidates in the 11th Congressional District, will debate on Thursday, April 12 at Wyoming Seminary’s Buckingham Performing Arts Center, Sprague Avenue, Kingston at 7 p.m. The forum is being presented by the League of Women Voters Wilkes-Barre Area. Stilp The winner in the April 24 Primary will challenge incumbent U.S. Rep. Lou Barletta, R-Hazleton, in the General Election on Nov. 6. Questions will be collected from the Vinsko audience and asked through a moderator. League Board Member Mischelle Anthony will serve as moderator. For further information call 7095162, or call the League of Women Voters Phone 675-3429.

THURSDAY, APRIL 5, 2012

LOCAL LUZERNE COUNTY

Bruce Simpson resigns panel spot after dispute with fellow member escalates

Cyber spat leaves ethics vacancy

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Luzerne County’s new ethics commission hasn’t started its mission of hearing complaints yet, and a board member already has resigned. Bruce Simpson’s resignation decision started over a procedural disagreement with fellow commission member Walter Griffith. The clash escalated through emails and online postings, not face-to-face conversations. The commission will police the ethics code that council

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must adopt by April 27. Commission members had been meeting since their March 5 swearing-in to discuss suggested code revisions. According to emails supplied by Simpson and others: Simpson told county Controller Griffith on March 25 he

had been contacted by council Chairman Jim Bobeck and was asked to submit the commission’s proposed revisions to council by March 27, in preparation of council’s April 2 work session about the code. Simpson said council has jurisdiction over the final document, and he would forward the recommendations as requested. Griffith wrote back asking Simpson to hold off on the release, saying the commission as a group had agreed to wait until editing was completed by its April 4 target date.

After Simpson refused to wait, Griffith sent an email March 26 asking commission members to discuss Simpson’s “behavior” at their next session. Simpson told commission members he wouldn’t attend commission meetings until the code was adopted by council because the commission isn’t mandated to get involved in code drafting. That temporary absence prompted Griffith to ask council to replace him.

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Playground rededication

The Plains Township Recreation Board announced that there will be a rededication of the playground at Plains Municipal Park on Clark Lane on Saturday at 9:30 a.m., prior to the Lions Club Easter Egg Hunt.

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Speeding is targeted

Area police departments are participating in an enforcement initiative targeting speeding, especially in roadwork zones. The effort, initiated by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, began March 19 and runs through April 29, and a coordinated patrol effort will take place today on targeted Luzerne County roadways. Participating Luzerne County departments include Dallas Township, Forty Fort, Hazleton, Wilkes-Barre, Wilkes-Barre Township, Kingston Township, Laflin and Plains Township. HARRISBURG

Boback rail bill passes

The state House on Wednesday passed legislation sponsored by Rep. Karen Boback, R-Harveys Lake, to provide funding to rehabilitate or replace railroad bridges that were damaged by last September’s flooding. House Bill 2245, known as the Flood Disaster Railroad Assistance Project Itemization Act of Boback 2012, authorizes the state Department of Transportation’s use of $2.6 million from the current amount appropriated to the General Fund for Rail Freight Assistance, for capital projects to rehabilitate or replace railroad bridges damaged last fall. The legislation now goes before the Senate.

name at the end of an online March 29 newspaper article about the controller’s future audit plans. The comment said “Wally is in way over his head” and not qualified to be controller. Kingston resident Brian Shiner, a regular county meeting attendee, sent an email to county officials April 1 saying the comment, if posted by Simpson, was “entirely inappropriate” because Simpson was referring to another commission member.

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The United Way of Wyoming Valley will host four community forums in April to discuss how citizens can better meet the needs of young children and their families. United Way’s Success By 6 initiative aims to bring together local businesses, community social service agencies and county government to develop strategies based on local needs that ensure children are ready to learn when they enter school. Led by earlychildhood experts, each of the forums in April will begin at 10 a.m. and all are invited to attend. Forums will be held as follows: • Today: “Family Engagement” will be discussed at the Country Charm Learning Center Inc., 9 E. Butler Drive, Drums. • Friday, April 13: “Fight Crime, Invest in Kids” will be discussed at Luzerne County Head Start, 23 Beekman St., Wilkes-Barre. • Friday, April 20: “The Business Community” will be discussed at Misericordia University, McGowan Center, 3rd Floor, Dallas Township. • Friday, April 27: “Public Policy” will be discussed at Wyoming Valley Children’s Association, 1133 Wyoming Ave., Forty Fort.

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Christine Abbey of Laflin takes a group from Commonwealth Connections Academy on a litter tour of Huber Park in Wilkes-Barre.

Hands-on learning about litter Cyber school Commonwealth Connections Academy group takes part in cleanup at Huber Park.

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WILKES-BARRE -- Through a massive clean-up event, organizers with Commonwealth Connections Academy, a public cyber school, did their part to connect environmental education with technology Wednesday at WilkesBarre’s Huber Park. With the help of CCA community coordinators, the school planned the event in accordance with The Great American Cleanup of PA -- a statewide event that encourages the public to beautify their communities. Since its inception in 2004, more than 1.2 million volunteers have removed more than 61 million pounds of litter and waste. Heather Cherasaro said events like these are the reason she became a community coordinator for the CCA. A tuition-free Pennsylvania cyber school, the CCA features roughly 60 community coordinators working throughout the state.

Each coordinator plans one “We put an CCA bus features satellite Internet capability, wireless Inevent each month. ternet access, computers, in“We put an emphasis on com- emphasis munity, not just community on commu- teractive smartboards, microscopes and all the equipservice,” Cherasaro said. “But ment needed to conduct we also just try getting kids to- nity, not gether.” just com- complete science labs, reading lessons and many other Cherasaro said Wednesday’s munity classroom activities. turnout was a bit more than she service.” The mobile classroom acts expected. as a unique accessory to “I chose a small park because Heather I had no idea so many people Cherasaro hands-on educational field would show up,” she said. Community trips. Kelly Sussman is an In addition to students, coordinator for many parents and siblings were CCA eighth-grade science teacher at CCA and knows the value also ready to lend a helping of learning hands-on. hand. “We make it educational, but we also Because it’s an online school, CCA’s parents play an essential role in ensur- have our kids do a good thing, and maybe even get some exercise while doing ing students’ successes. “Families are very important,” Che- it,” Sussman said. After learning about the different rasaro said. “We get a lot of brothers and sisters that show up to events, too.” types of litter, students walked the peA total of about 45 attendees were di- rimeter of the park picking up bottles, wrappers and other debris. vided into two groups. Through Keep Pennsylvania BeautiWhile one group learned about the decomposition process of recyclables, ful, registered events can get free cleaanother group watched educational nup supplies such as bags, gloves and videos about conservation on a flat- vests donated by the Pennsylvania Descreen television outside of CCA’s 38- partment of Transportation. The Great American Cleanup of PA foot mobile classroom. Traveling statewide, the massive takes place from March 1 to May 31.

HARRISBURG – A bill leading to a constitutional amendment to reduce the size of the state legislature passed the House by a 140-49 vote Wednesday and now heads to the Senate. Even with that chamber’s approval, any reduction in size to what’s currently the largest full-time legislature of any state would still be a decade away. Drafted by House Speaker Sam Smith, R-Punxsutawney, supporters say the bill would improve efficiency and communications in the 203-member House, and could result in modest cost savings. The bill seeks to cut the number of House districts by 50. Since the bill was first introduced, an amendment was added that would also reduce the number of senators from 50 to 38. Carroll The bill had bipartisan support statewide and locally. Among the Luzerne County-based House members who signed on as cosponsors were Reps. Tarah Toohil, R-Butler Township, Gerald Mullery, D-Newport Township, and Mike Carroll, D-Avoca. Every county-based representative, save for Rep. Karen Boback, R-Harveys Lake, voted in favor. Carroll said he’s “embraced the concept of a reduction in the size of the General Assembly for years. I firmly believe a membership reduction would facilitate a more deliberative atmosphere and allow for a more thorough examination of legislation.” Boback said she cast a dissenting vote for myriad reasons, one of which is that it deprives too many residents of a voice in Harrisburg while giving a more powerful voice to others. “To me, downsizing is an attempt to diminish the representation of the people and is simply undemocratic,” she said. Mullery’s attempts to attach amendments that would have eliminated per diems and required House members to submit receipts for expenses, ended the entitlement for state-level elected officials to use a state-owned vehicle and greatly restricted lobbyists from providing gifts, were not permitted by GOP leadership to move forward.

Vigil on W-B’s Public Square calls for justice in Florida fatal shooting case ‘Stand your ground’ laws are criticized at the event, with about 100 attending. By JERRY LYNOTT jlynott@timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE – Nearly hidden behind her sign, Alexis Vaskas did not hide her feelings about the Trayvon Martin shooting death. The Misericordia University student joined a crowd of approximately 100 people

Wednesday night at the band shell on Public Square in a vigil for the 17-year-old Florida boy shot by a neighborhood watch volunteer on Feb. 26. Though the killing occurred more than a month ago more than a thousand miles away in Sanford, Fla. people across the country have rallied and protested, demanding an arrest of the shooter, 28-year-old George Zimmerman, and criticized the slow pace of the investigation. Vaskas wrote in big block letters, “Martin Luther King Jr.

Would be Appalled Justice 4 Trayvon Martin @ All Costs.” The reference to King was on purpose, said Vaskas, 18, of Winter Haven, Fla. The vigil was held on the 44th anniversary of King’s shooting death in Memphis, Tenn., by James Earl Ray. Her idea of justice, she said, “either the death penalty or life in prison … an eye for an eye.” The significance of the date was also noted by Ron Felton, See VIGIL, Page 4A

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Rodrigo Gereda of the Peace Center speaks Wednesday during a vigil for Trayvon Martin on Public Square.

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president of the Wilkes-Barre chapter of the NAACP. The local National Association of the Advancement of Colored People and the Peace& Justice Center organized the vigil. “Trayvon signifies so many individuals who have fallen to similar circumstances,” said Felton. He opposed the “Stand Your Ground” laws like the one in Florida. “They are moving us backward instead of forward,” he said. The laws allow people to act with deadly force in self defense. In Pennsylvania, the “Castle Doctrine” applies inside a home and outside on the street making it justifiable for the use of force if a person believes it is necessary to protect “against death, serious bodily injury, kidnapping or sexual intercourse compelled by force or threat.” Rodrigo Gereda of the Peace

Simpson told Shiner he didn’t forfeit his right to free speech when he accepted the post and said they are both entitled to their own opinion. Councilman Eugene Kelleher weighed in with his own email, saying Simpson’s online posting was inappropriate and warrants an apology. In reply, Simpson emailed a resignation that opened by noting Kelleher donated $500 to Griffith’s controller campaign. Simpson said his disagreement with Griffith started because Simpson was complying with council’s directive. “My main goal now is to ensure Walter Griffith goes back to the auto shop where he belongs,” Simpson wrote in reference to Griffith’s prior work experience. “Hopefully next year, this sad county will have someone in the controller’s job that will actually be capable of carrying out the duties of the office.”

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Wilkes-Barre residents Gloria Giles and Blaze Noel, 9, hold up their signs during a vigil for Trayvon Martin.

& Justice Center in WilkesBarre held a sign with Martin’s face and the date of his death, and the words “All we want is justice.” Gereda called for unity among people instead of divisions based on race, religion and other factors. “When we think there is a them and us, people die,” he said.

While Jennifer Yuhas of Wilkes-Barre said she thought because “the public is so outraged about it, it will push” authorities to find out what really happened, Scott Richardson begrudgingly went along. “I do not have faith in our justice system, but I have to for other people,” said Richardson of the Diversity Institute at Misericordia.

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The commission will police the ethics code that council must adopt by April 27. Commission members had been meeting since their March 5 swearing-in ‘No winners and losers’ to discuss suggested code Bobeck sent an email to all parties on April 3 requesting “an im- revisions. Simpson sent another email referring to information he has obtained that has been forwarded to his attorney for possible litigation.

mediate cessation of emails” on the topic, saying “there are no winners and losers in this situation.” Council will fill Simpson’s seat at a special meeting on April 17. County Manager Robert Lawton, citizen Margaret Monahan Hogan and District Attorney Stefanie Salavantis also serve on the commission. Simpson, 58, a Democrat from Wilkes-Barre, has a bachelor’s degree in law and most recently worked as collections chief for the U.S. Department of the Treasury until his retirement in1998. Simpson unsuccessfully ran for county council last spring. Simpson said Wednesday he would have been an asset on the

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Center reopened for first time in 20 years targeted by suicide bomber, shattering peace

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Somali theater bombing kills 10 The Associated Press

A passerby reacts to tear gas Wednesday during clashes between protesters and riot police in Athens, Greece. A Greek retiree shot himself dead in Athens’ main square Wednesday, blasting politicians over the country’s financial crisis in a suicide note that triggered violent clashes hours later between police and anti-austerity protesters.

and shattering a tentative peace in the capital. The blast occurred as Prime Minister Abdiweli Mohamed Ali stood at the podium to deliver a speech. He was unharmed, said government spokesman Abdirahman Omar Osman, but the president of Somalia’s Olympic committee and the head of its soccer federation were among the dead. The government said a female suicide bomber carried out the attack. The Islamist militant group al-Shabab used

its official Twitter feed to claim responsibility for the bombing. The al-Qaida-linked organization said explosives had been planted in the theater before the event, but an Associated Press journalist at the scene said there was no large blast crater, making a suicide bombing more likely. Fighters belonging to al-Shabab were pushed out of Mogadishu in August by government AP PHOTO and African Union troops after two decades of violence that Somali Olympic Committee President Aden Yabarow Wiish lies have gripped the capital. fatally wounded after a blast in Mogadishu on Wednesday.

Three GIs are killed in Afghan bombing

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Official says she was target nursing program director at the T heCalifornia Christian college where

a gunman went on a deadly shooting rampage said Wednesday she believes she was the intended target but was teaching elsewhere that morning. Ellen Cervellon said suspect One Goh dropped out of the nursing program at Oikos University around November, but came back to campus numerous times to ask her for a full tuition refund. Goh got angry when she told him the school could not refund all his money because he had been enrolled for nearly half of the program, she said. Police previously said Goh was seeking a female administrator when he went to the Oakland campus Monday morning. When he was told she wasn’t there, they say, he began shooting in classrooms, killing six students and a receptionist and wounding three others.

At least 10 people in all die when suicide bomber on a motorcycle strikes. The Associated Press

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Syrian forces hit towns Syrian artillery pounded the rebellious city of Homs and tanks and troops stormed towns in the north and south on Wednesday, deepening doubts that President Bashar Assad will follow through on his commitment to a truce starting next week. Anti-regime activists cited the new assaults as evidence Assad is trying to crush those seeking to overthrow his regime before the cease-fire brokered by international envoy Kofi Annan begins on April 10. Activist groups reported more than 50 dead nationwide for the day. PHILADEPHIA

Ex-Marine details abuse A 30-year-old former Marine testified in a landmark clergy abuse case Wednesday that he was a good child with a bright future until he was molested by a priest he described as a “sexual predator.” The man described a life of drug and alcohol abuse, mental illness, suicide attempts and a criminal history including robbery and fraud that defined his life after what he testified was a sexual assault by the Rev. James Brennan. Brennan is charged with raping the man when he was a 14-year-old boy in 1996. Brennan is on trial with Monsignor William Lynn, the first Roman Catholic official in the U.S. charged with endangering children for allegedly keeping predator priests in parish work. Both have pleaded not guilty. HARRISBURG

Court tackles shale dispute Pennsylvania’s high court will take a case that’s raising questions about whether leases to countless properties signed by the booming natural gas industry should be interpreted to include the methane locked in the vast Marcellus Shale formation. The state Supreme Court said Tuesday that it’ll hear a Susquehanna County dispute over the definition of “mineral rights.” A decision that says mineral rights don’t include the shale gas could upend many the leases between property owners and the Marcellus Shale industry. A couple’s appeal asks the Supreme Court to rule that 130-year-old case law applies to the Marcellus Shale. A lower court panel last year said it couldn’t be certain.

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ormer hostage Jose Forero, right, wipes his eyes as fellow former captive Cesar Augusto Lasso looks on during a Mass in their honor Wednesday in Bogota, Colombia. The men had spent between 12 and 14 years in jungle prisons after being captured by the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia, or FARC.

More like Barney than Godzilla Evidence of a fuzzy Tyrannosaurus rex-like dinosaur is found, causing scientists to rethink image.

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LOS ANGELES — The discovery of a giant meat-eating dinosaur sporting a downy coat has some scientists reimagining the look of Tyrannosaurus rex. With a killer jaw and sharp claws, T. rex has long been depicted in movies and popular culture as having scaly skin. But the discovery of an earlier relative suggests the king of dinosaurs may have had a softer side. The qevidence comes from the unearthing of a new tyrannosaur species in northeastern China that lived 60 million years before T. rex. The fossil record preserved remains of fluffy down, making it the largest feathered dinosaur ever found. If a T. rex relative had feathers, why not T. rex? Scientists said the evidence is

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This artist concept provided by the Beijing Institute of Vertebrate Paleontology and Paleoanthropology shows a new species of tyrannosaur, Yutyrannus huali.

trending in that direction. “People need to start changing their image of T. rex,” said Luis Chiappe, director of the Dinosaur Institute at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County, who was not part of the discovery team. Much smaller dinosaurs with primitive feathers have been excavated in recent years, but this is the first direct sign of a

huge, shaggy dinosaur. Scientists have long debated whether gigantic dinosaurs lost their feathers the bigger they got or were just not as extensively covered. The new tyrannosaur species, Yutyrannus huali, is described in Thursday’s issue of the journal Nature. Its name is a blend of Latin and Mandarin, which translates to “beautiful feathered tyrant.”

KABUL, Afghanistan — A suicide bomber on a motorcycle killed at least 10 people, including three American soldiers, at a park in a relatively peaceful area of northern Afghanistan on Wednesday, part of an increase in violence at the start of the spring fighting season. Militants are targeting Afghan and NATO security forces as they fight to assert their power and undermine U.S. efforts to try to build up the Afghan military, Faryab is who will take the lead in com- relatively bat responsibili- calm but is a ty over the next stronghold of couple of years. Shortly be- the Islamic fore noon, the Movement of bomber deto- Uzbekistan, or nated his explo- IMU. sives at the gate of the park in Maimanah, the capital of Faryab province, police spokesman Lal Mohammad Ahmad Zai said. His target was unclear, but Zai said four of the 10 killed were Afghan police officers. At least 20 people were wounded, officials said. In Kabul, NATO said three of its service members were killed in a bombing Wednesday in northern Afghanistan. It provided no other details about the attack or the nationalities of the three. A senior U.S. defense official, however, confirmed that three were American troops killed in the Faryab bombing. He spoke on condition of anonymity because he was not authorized to release the information. Faryab is relatively calm but is a stronghold of the Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan, or IMU.

Tornado area saw a day of devastation, bizarre scenes and narrow escapes The Associated Press

FORNEY, Texas — As a twister bore down on her neighborhood, Sherry Enochs grabbed the three young children in her home and hid in her bathtub. The winds swirled and snatched away two of the children. Her home collapsed around her. Miraculously, no one was seriously hurt. Enochs, 53, stood Wednesday amid the wreckage of what was once her home in the

North Texas city of Forney, among the hardest hit by a series of tornadoes that barreled through one of the nation’s largest metropolitan areas a day earlier. No one was reported dead, and of the more than 20 injured, only a handful were seriously hurt. The National Weather Service is investigating how the tornadoes — which appeared to flatten some homes and graze others next door — jumped from place to place, perhaps

limiting what could have been a more damaging, deadly storm. Seven people were injured in Forney, none seriously. An additional 10 people were hurt in Lancaster, south of Dallas, and three people in Arlington, west of Dallas. Stunning video from Dallas showed big-rig trailers tossed into the air and spiraling like footballs.Most of Dallas was spared the full wrath of the storm.

In a nightmarish landscape, Ashley Quinton on Wednesday walks through the tornado damaged home of her friend Sherry Enochs in Forney, Texas, to find personal items that can be salvaged AP PHOTO

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MOGADISHU, Somalia — Two weeks ago, Somalia’s National Theater reopened for the first time in 20 years for a concert that drew an audience in festive colors in a city trying to rise above war. A welcoming banner proclaimed: “The country is being rebuilt.” On Wednesday, the theater was turned into a scene of screams, chaos and blood when a suicide bomber attacked another high-profile event, killing 10 people, wounding dozens

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Baby-case figure asks new lawyer Judge sets new hearing for Andrea Vargas, accused of injuring her young son.

er hearing for Vargas on April 27 and said Vargas should try to secure an attorney before then. A doctor testified at a May 2011 preliminary hearBy SHEENA DELAZIO ing that the boy may never sdelazio@timesleader.com fully recover from his injuWILKES-BARRE -- A Ha- ries. He said that after an zleton woman charged examination he discovered with violently shaking and previous injuries such as injuring her then- 5-month- fractured ribs, legs and old son told a judge arms that were in the procWednesday she was unhap- ess of healing. Vargas initially told inpy with her attorney’s repvestigators the infant’s resentation. Andrea Vargas, 24, of bruises and bone fractures Tamarac Street, appeared were caused by her 1-yearbefore Luzerne County old girl tossing a metal toy Judge David Lupas. She car into the crib and hitwas scheduled to enter a ting the baby. She allegedly admitted to guilty plea to county Deteccharges relating Vargas was to the case. charged in Febru- tive Lt. Gary Capitano that Vargas was ary 2011 after inshe violently charged in February 2011 after vestigators alleged shook her baby investigators al- she shook the boy when confronted with other inleged she shook so violently, the juries found by the boy so viothe doctor. lently, the child child required a Capitano tesrequired a respi- respirator to help tified at the prerator to help him breathe. liminary hearhim breathe. ing that Vargas The child’s current condition was un- initially said she was watching an NBA basketknown Wednesday. Vargas told the judge her ball game with the biologattorney, Demetrius Fan- ical father, Jorge Robles, nick, had not been answer- on Feb. 3. During halftime, Vargas ing her correspondence and said she is unhappy said, her infant began crying and vomited. Robles with his representation. Vargas had written to Lu- came into the room and pas, the judge said took hold of the infant as Wednesday, requesting a Vargas went into a bathnew attorney be appointed room. She alleged her infant stopped breathing and to her case. Fannick said he would Robles performed CPR as discuss Vargas’ representa- Vargas called 911. Vargas faces charges of tion with Chief Public Defender Al Flora, as a con- aggravated assault and flict counsel attorney may child endangerment and a misdemeanor count of have to be assigned. Lupas scheduled anoth- reckless endangerment.

Order not made public, but local activist believes it is based on his complaint. By ANDREW M. SEDER aseder@timesleader.com

HARRISBURG – The state Ethics Commission has issued an order regarding a complaint first filed in 2009 by a government watchdog against then-state Sen. Bob Mellow. That order, sent to Mellow on Monday, has not been made public. John J. Contino, the executive director of the commission, said he could neither confirm nor deny any such complaint was filed or that an order was issued. He said that, in general, the commission makes reports public only after it has completely winded its way through the process. At this point, Contino said, “there is no publicly available order.” If an order was issued, he said the respondent, in this case Mellow, would have 30 days to request reconsideration on the findings. Then the commission would entertain that request; and, if a final or-

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Then-state Sen. Robert J. Mellow, D-Peckville, addressing the state Senate on June 26, 2007.

der is issued, it would be made public. Gene Stilp, a Luzerne County native who is running for Congress, said he filed a complaint with the commission, among other entities, regarded a matter Stilp and others felt was unethical. He said he believes the complaint referenced by the order is in regard to his, although it was not clear Wednesday if that was the case.

At issue was a rental agreement that Mellow had for his Peckville district office with building owner Brad Inc., in which Mellow or his now ex-wife, Diane, had a 50 percent interest. Payment to oneself is a violation of state ethics laws but is not in violation of a Senate rule that allows similar arrangements as long as there is an independent appraisal of the cost. Mellow, 70, of Peckville, represented the 22nd Senatorial Dis-

trict, which serves all of Lackawanna and Monroe counties and the boroughs of Avoca, Dupont and Duryea in Luzerne County, for 40 years before retiring in 2010. Last month, Mellow signed paperwork agreeing to plead guilty to two federal corruption charges. He is scheduled to formally enter a plea in Philadelphia on April 27 and he faces up to five years in prison. Another complaint filed with the Ethics Commission, by Eric Epstein, cofounder of Rock the Capital, regarded Mellow’s paid positions on the boards of directors of both Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania and Penseco Financial Services. There has been no movement, at least publicly, on that matter. Requests were filed on that issue with the Senate Ethics Commission, the state Attorney General’s Office and the state Ethics Commission. “It is our hope that the state Ethics Commission will restore integrity to this investigation and find that Mr. Mellow abused his position of power for personal gain. Justice can only be served if Mr. Mellow is stripped of his pension,” Epstein said.

Woman charged with trying to sell weapons wants charges tossed Lindsey Irene Maczuga, 23, of Wapwallopen, faces two counts of theft by unlawful taking. By SHEENA DELAZIO sdelazio@timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE – An attorney for a Wapwallopen woman charged with trying to sell weapons belonging to her father, who she said had died, asked a judge on Wednesday to dismiss charges against his client. Lindsey Irene Maczuga, 23, of South Church Street, faces two

counts of theft by unlawful taking in the case in which police say she removed eight guns, a crossbow, seven knives and ammunition from a gun safe in her father’s living room. Maczuga’s attorney, Steven Greenwald, made the request on Wednesday to have the charges against his client thrown out. It was not clear why Maczuga and Greenwald asked to have the charges dropped. Judge Lesa Gelb said she would make a ruling on the request at a later date, as Greenwald also asked that his client be permitted

to participate in the county’s Treatment Court program. Treatment Court is a program for adult residents of Luzerne County who have been charged with non-violent crimes related to a drug or alcohol addiction. If a participant completes the program, charges brought against the person will be dismissed. According to court papers, on Jan. 30, 2011, Andrew Maczuga reported the items missing from his gun safe. Police interviewed Lindsey Maczuga the following day, who said she had contacted a gun

buyer whose phone number she had found. She told him her father had died and she wanted to sell his guns. Maczuga said she later invited the man to her father’s house, where he selected seven guns, a cross bow, ammunition and knives that he purchased for $1,350. Maczuga said she later sold another gun to Nimrod Sporting Goods in Hanover Township for $150. Police said Maczuga told them she used the money from the sales to buy heroin.

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vice to club members only. But attorney Richard Bishop, who represented Acacia Services LLC, said the restaurant was seeking the license because Irem had terminated a management agreement and the current DALLAS TWP. – The board of liquor license would not allow service to Masons’ wives and supervisors received updates widows. from several township departGrant, who cast the tie-breakments at a work session on er, said he couldn’t see how the Tuesday, including how resimeasure would affect the weldents can receive instant confare, peace, morals and health of tact during emergency situathe township’s 9,500 residents. tions. Sarah Hite Alan Pugh, township emergency management coordinator, spoke along with Scott Dettling, owner of Inspiron Logistics in Akron, Ohio, via speakerphone about the Wireless Emergency ROSS TWP. – Resident Bob Notification System (WENS). DeRemer asked the supervisors WENS is a software program on Tuesday night to do somethe township can use to send thing about excessive speeding alerts to residents in case of emergency situations, including on the stretch of Main Road between Lamoreaux Road and automatic updates. Moyers Road. Pugh said several adminisThe supervisors agreed when trators can provide information DeRemer said speeders make for residents, who would sign up on through the Dallas Town- getting out onto that part of the road difficult. ship website or by visiting the “By the time you’re halfway municipal office. Residents out on the road, (the drivers) could register their landlines, are on top of you blowing their cell phones and addresses, horns,” he said. “You know they which would be kept in a datamust be really zipping.” base. The supervisors agreed to Pugh said the system could make a formal request to state even isolate messages to be sent police to monitor the stretch only to residents within a cermore closely. tain area where a situation is The supervisors adopted an occurring. agreement with the Back MounThe software might cost the tain Firemen’s Association to township about $650 per protect mutual funds by prohibmonth, depending on how many iting any firefighter receiving landlines were provided in the workers’ compensation from system. Pugh said it would cost responding to emergency calls. more for landlines to be regis“It’s a state law,” said Supertered because of the time it visor Stanford Davis. “You takes for the system to dial the shouldn’t be out covering a fire individual numbers. if you’re on workmen’s comp.” Pugh also provided residents Jon O’Connell with an update of the fire at the Lathrop Compressor Station located in Springville Township in Susquehanna County last week. The natural gas compressor station connects to the BEAR CREEK TWP. -- The Springville Gathering Line, sewage project in the township which ends in Dallas Township. is at a standstill, but plans are Pugh said the township was going ahead to improve safety notified at 2:24 p.m. last Thurs- on Golf Course Road and to day about the incident, and upgrade the baseball fields after Pugh proceeded to notify other the township supervisors met agencies, including the school Monday. district and county emergency Supervisors concerned about management agency, about the the burden to taxpayers voted fire. down the sewage project two He said he was told gas had months ago, and the township stopped flowing through to the has been in conversation with Transco interstate pipeline the state Department of Envishortly after the fire developed, ronmental Protection about but began flowing again in limit- scheduling a meeting to detered amounts by Friday. He said mine the next steps, Chairman he would be notified once the Gary Zingaretti said. pipeline gas flow returns to Until that meeting, nothing normal. else is being done with the proThe board also heard from the ject, he said. township zoning officer, police The supervisors did vote to chief, roadmaster and engineer move forward with plans to add during the work session. speed bumps to Golf Course The board of supervisors Road. approved an inter-municipal The supervisors voted to liquor license transfer to Irem approve installation of speed Country Club after a public bumps that can be removed in hearing on the matter on Tuesthe off season to allow for safer day evening. snow plowing, pending final Supervisors Bill Grant and review of the matter by the Frank Wagner voted in favor of solicitor. the transfer, while Liz Martin Janine Ungvarsky voted against the measure. Acacia Services LLC sought a restaurant liquor license transfer from Amore Café in Kingston to Irem Temple Country Club. SHICKSHINNY – Council Attorney Michael Yelen, repTuesday night voted 5-0 vote to resenting Irem Country Club, endorse the long-term recovery argued the transfer would ruin plan presented to council in the private club atmosphere of March by a steering committee the country club, as the previof business and professional ous liquor license allowed serpeople.

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Council also enacted a resolution to provide municipal support for the Shickshinny Forward partnership, whose members were also instrumental in preparing the plan. Included in the plan is a series of proposals for housing renewal, park and recreational facilities, economic revitalization, developing advertising/marketing procedures and constructing a multi-tenant building for business, office and residential activities. Meanwhile, construction bids for Crary Park have come in over budget. A boat dock, boat launch and recreational equipment have been proposed for the park, but bids thus far have exceeded grant funds earmarked for the park. Mayor Beverly Moore argued the fault lies predominantly with the Quad3 Group “who approached only large companies, instead of contacting smaller, local companies who are looking for work, in order to get a better price.” Borough Secretary-Treasurer Melissa Weber proposed she and Moore meet to review the merits of the bids. The ramification of flood recovery also came into play when Wes Beers of Seidel Planning and Design, Pottstown, asked council to abandon two parking spaces on West Union Street to provide an exit for an automated teller machine kiosk that Wells Fargo Bank plans to construct on the site of the bank building it demolished at Main and Union streets. Beers, who serves as a consultant for Wells Fargo, proposed a deal in which the bank would pay up to $1,000 for legal and advertising fees to meet the bank’s request. In addition, Beers said, the bank would allow public access to 35 parking spaces it has allocated for the project. Council referred the matter to Solicitor Jeff Malak, who will draft appropriate legal language. Council also agreed to schedule work sessions on the last Thursday of each month at 6 p.m., beginning in April, if there is sufficient time to publish a legal advertisement announcing the change. It split on a proposal by Coun-

cilman Barry Noss to lift a ban on open burning. Council President Rosalie Whitebread, members Jim Wido and Noss voted in favor of a motion to curtail the ban. Mike Steeber cast the only no vote; Gary Morris abstained. It was stipulated that restrictions on the burning of household rubbish, plastics and rubber remain in effect. The action was also conditioned upon prevailing restrictions imposed by the state Department of Environmental Protection. Moore, in her report, reminded council and borough residents that a 5K run has been scheduled on Saturday at the park on Canal Street. Registration is at 9 a.m. The start is 10:15 a.m. Tom Huntington

that most understand the need for it and have been compliant. The board also approved sending a letter of interest to other Back Mountain municipalities about possibly purchasing police services through an intergovernmental cooperative agreement. The board also voted to share the purchase of emergency radio equipment for the Back Mountain Regional Emergency Management Agency with Lehman Township, to be reimbursed by a gaming grant. Lehman Township was recently awarded $975,000 in local share account funds on behalf of the Back Mountain Community Partnership to construct a regional emergency management facility on Route 118. Sarah Hite

Jackson Twp. provides Fairview Twp. get update on development updates on issues

JACKSON TWP. – The board provided updates on several ongoing issues within the township at a meeting Monday. Solicitor Jeff Malak told supervisors the township has received partial payment from Larksville Borough concerning services rendered to Steele Road. For 39 years, the township maintained the entire road and was paid $400 annually by Larksville for work performed to the section located within the borough. Larksville has not made a payment since 2005. Malak said the township has received a partial payment for this year’s maintenance and is setting up a payment schedule for the backlogged funds. In other business, a $340,000, four-year loan was approved for the Bulford Road sewer project. The project cost is being shared with 19 residents on Bulford Road. At previous meetings, Chairman John Wilkes Jr. said the sewers had “major failures,” and the cost-splitting tactic helped residents save more money than what they would have to pay on their own. Some residents have opposed to the project, but Fox has said

FAIRVIEW TWP. -- Township supervisors on Monday night heard about residents’ concerns about some changes that a proposed 28-home development will bring. Developer Joseph Thomas is planning to build homes along proposed extensions of two rights of way. Township Engineer David Yefko said state law requires that Thomas improve any roadways that might be used to access the homes. Surveyors’ maps on display at the meeting showed Thomas’ proposal to re-designate Woodcrest Avenue as a one way requiring no additional construction, and to widen Lee Avenue to 24 feet. Currently, the two roadways are connected by Woodland Avenue and dump out onto South Main Street as it feeds into state Route 309. Woodcrest residents would have to travel to Woodland and left onto Lee Avenue to get out of the loop as the one way would go in toward Woodlawn. Residents said they were concerned about fire and medical teams, police and school buses navigating through the neighborhood, especially in snow. Marhold told residents all of their concerns would be taken

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into strong consideration as the supervisors made their final decision. Yefko said that, in addition to constructing suitable roads for increased traffic, the developer is required to return the roads at least back to their condition prior to construction based on photographic evidence. Thomas could not provide a date for when he would begin construction. Because some of the proposed homes are near protected wetlands, his plans first have to be approved by the state Department of Environmental Protection, then the supervisors. Jon O’Connell

Exeter to reimburse 3 towns for grinder

EXETER – Borough council voted on Tuesday night to reimburse Jackson Township $133,000, Kingston $133,000 and West Wyoming borough for the purchase of a Mobark Grinder from funding received from an Environmental Protection Agency grant. The grinder created mulch from felled trees. Councilman Thomas Shannon said the state’s Department of Environmental Protection was on the scene of an oil spill along Hicks Creek in the borough. According to Shannon, the source of the leak is still undetermined. In another matter, council voted to approve the bid process for a $460,000 sanitary and storm sewer project along Mason and Grant streets and agreed to proceed with a paving project along Susquehanna Avenue. Councilman Joseph Esposito said money for the various projects is in borough accounts with surplus funding that is still in place for future projects or emergencies. In other business, council voted unanimously to authorize borough Solicitor Ray Hassay to research the development of a landlord/tenant ordinance that will facilitate the upkeep and maintenance of problem or “nuisance” properties in the borough. Steven Fondo

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ANNA J. BAUER, 94, a lifelong resident of Larksville, passed away Wednesday, April 4, 2012. Anna was preceded in death by parents, John and Mary Wrobel Szymborski; husband, John Charles; greatgreat-granddaughter, Alexus; siblings Joseph Shimborski, Mary Shimborski, Helen Scott and Josephine Jasinski. Surviving her are children, Charles (Ruth) Bauer, Dillsburg, and Eugene Bauer, with whom she resided, Larksville; five grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; and sister Frances Mack, Larksville. Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Tuesday from the S.J. Grontkowski Funeral Home, Plymouth, with Mass at 9:30 a.m. in All Saints Parish, Plymouth. Interment will be in the Edge Hill Cemetery. Calling hours will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday. Visit www.sjgrontkowskifuneralhome.com to submit condolences. MARY LOU ANGELI, 68, Old Forge, died Tuesday, April 3, 2012, in the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Montefiore. Born in Taylor, daughter of Verna Diakun, of Taylor, she was a graduate of Taylor High School. Mary Lou was employed in the past by Dun & Bradstreet, and later, by the JC Penney Call Center. Surviving are her husband, John Angeli; daughter, Krista Palma; two grandchildren, Dominick and Angelina Palma; brother, Michael Diakun; sister-in-law, Ann Marie Lawless; nieces and nephews. The funeral will be Saturday at 9:30 a.m. in the Victor M. Ferri Funeral Home, 522 Fallon St., Old Forge, with Liturgy of the Word at 10 a.m. in St. Mary’s Church. Interment will be at Old Forge Cemetery. Friends may call Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. Online condolences maybe left at www.ferrifuneralhome.com. MRS. DOROTHY STEPANSKI, of the Heights Section of WilkesBarre, passed away Tuesday, April 3, 2012, at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. Funeral arrangements will be announced by the Jendrzejewski Funeral Home, Wilkes-Barre. SHIRLEY E. WEAVER, 85, of Wilkes-Barre, died Wednesday, April 4, 2012, at the Laurels Health and Rehab, Kingston. Funeral arrangements are pending from the Yeosock Funeral Home, 40 S. Main St., Plains Township. GEORGE R. TURNER, 55, of S. Prospect St., Nanticoke, and formerly of E. Church St., Nanticoke, died unexpectedly Tuesday, April 3, 2012, at home. Born March 27, 1957 in Nanticoke, he was a son of the late Elmer and Elsie Cooper Turner. He was currently employed at Pennsylvania Coin LLC. An avid outdoorsman, George enjoyed hunting and fishing and was a member of the Conservation Club of Nanticoke for 35 years. He was preceded in death by his brother, Thomas J. Turner, on December 29, 2004. Surviving are his companion, Marie Raiewski; children, Sherry and Eric Turner, both of Nanticoke; and three grandchildren. There will be no calling hours. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. Arrangements are by Davis-Dinelli Funeral Home, Nanticoke.

Victoria Hahula April 1, 2012 Hahula, 81, of PlyV ictoria mouth, passed away on Sun-

day, April 1, 2012, at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. She was born June 12, 1930 in Wilkes-Barre, a daughter of the late Charles and Bertha Dziedzic. A graduate of Coughlin High School, she was formerly a resident of the Parsons section of Wilkes-Barre for many years. Mrs. Hahula was a member of St. John the Baptist Church, Larksville. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Hahula; brothers, Charles and Thaddeus (Dixon) Dziedzic. Surviving are her son, David Hahula and his wife, Allison, Rocky Mount, N.C.; daughter, Charlene Chervenitski, and her husband, George, Plymouth; grandsons, George M. Chervy, Plymouth; Nicholas Hahula, N.C.; sister, Barbara Powell, Charlotte, N.C. The funeral will be held Monday at 10 a.m. from the E. Blake Collins Funeral Home, 159 George Ave., Wilkes-Barre, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. in St. John the Baptist Church. Friends may call Monday from 9 to 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Condolences can be sent to the family at: www.eblakecollins.com.

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rnold “Jocko” DiGiacomo passed away Friday, March 30, 2012, after heart surgery, at Chester County Hospital located in West Chester, Pa. He recently relocated from Kingston to Downingtown, Pa. He was a native of Swoyersville, a son of the late Alfred and Beatrice DiGiacomo. Surviving are his wife, Cheryl (Slivinski) DiGiacomo; brothers, Stephen and wife, Carol, Colorado Springs, Colo., and Richard and wife, Andrea, Hunlock Creek; daughters, Lisa Kropa and husband, Mark, Newfoundland, and Melissa Lamoreaux and husband, Jim, Sweet Valley. He also had step-sons, Michael Shales of Shadyside, Ohio, and Curtis Shales, Hunlock Creek; four grandchildren, and one greatgrandchild. He was preceded in death by his nephew, Reno DiGiacomo. He was a graduate of Swoyersville High School. Jocko was a robust man who enjoyed life, always on a positive note. Being a double leg amputee did not slow him down. Jocko loved building model airplanes, watching court TV, and always providing updates on the latest court battles. One of his passions was baking, which he pursued at Insalaco’s Market. Later, he completed his career at Necon Inc., from which he retired due to an illness. He was a member of the VFW and American Legion. Jocko also served in the U.S. Marine Corps for six years. His family would like to extend their thanks to Wyoming Valley

Prosthetics & Orthotics, who gave him legs to walk. Another big “Thank You” to those who cared for him at the Cardiovascular Unit of Chester County Hospital, with special thanks to Dr. LeBoutillier. Jocko had a special passion for animals, especially those that weren’t as fortunate as his Chihuahuas, Paco and Chico. To honor his love for animals, in lieu of flowers, it would be greatly appreciated to direct any donations to the Chester County SPCA “In memory of Jocko,” Attn: Robyn Freese,1212 Phoenixville Pike, West Chester, PA 19380; or online at www.ccspca.org/support/in-honor-of-donations-2/. Friends may call Monday from 4 to 8 p.m. at the A J Kopicki Funeral Home, 263 Zerbey Ave., Kingston. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. from the A J Kopicki Funeral Home, with Mass held at 10 a.m. in the Church of St. Ignatius. Interment will follow Mass at the Independent Italian Cemetery, West Wyoming.

Leonard R. Perrins March 28, 2012 R. Perrins, 64, of CovingL eonard ton, died Wednesday, March 28,

2012, at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital, Wellsboro. Leonard was born July 25, 1947 in Duryea. He was a son of Author and Elizabeth (Burnside) Perrins. He was the husband of Anne “Susie” V. (Ozark) Perrins. Leonard had been a mechanic for the former T.R.L. Trucking Company. He also served for 35 years for the Bureau of Forestry. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was a National Guard veteran, having served during the Vietnam War. Leonard is survived by his wife, Susie; three sons, Leonard Jr., of Duryea; Kenneth, of Moosic; David Perrins, of Wellsboro; daughter, Lisa Perrins, of Scranton; daughter-inlaw, Amy Perrins, of Moosic; three

grandchildren, Cory, Seth and Kayla; brothers and sisters-in-law, Arthur and Donna Perrins Jr., of Dupont; Raymond and Ellie Perrins, of Thornhurst; Mark and Joanne Perrins, of Dupont, Owen and Chris Perrins of Dupont, Nina Perrins of Jenkins; sister and brother-in-law, Rosella and Bill Smith of Pittston; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a grandson, Aaron Michael; and a brother, Jerry Perrins. In keeping with Leonard’s wishes, there will be no services. Memorial contributions may be made to the funeral chapel to assist with expenses. Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory Inc., Mansfield, is assisting the family. www.buckheitfcandcrematory.com.

FUNERALS CRAGLE – Harry, funeral 11 a.m. today in the Clarke Piatt Funeral Home Inc., 6 Sunset Lake Road, Hunlock Creek. Friends may call 9 a.m. until the time of service today. DEWEY – Elva, funeral 10:30 a.m. today in the Mamary-Durkin Funeral Service, 59 Parrish St., Wilkes-Barre. ELCHIN – Charles, funeral 9:30 a.m. Saturday in the Grontkowski Funeral Home P.C., 51-53 W. Green St., Nanticoke. Calling hours 9 a.m. until service time. The family would like to add, Charles has a sister, Anna Markiewicz. GRAHAM – Louise E., celebration of life 11:30 a.m. Saturday at Kniffen O’Malley Funeral Home Inc., 728 Main St., Avoca. Friends may call 5 to 8 p.m. Friday. JONES – Randy Lynn II, funeral 7 p.m. today in Williams-Hagen Funeral Home, 114 W. Main St., Plymouth. Friends may call 5 p.m. until time of service. KARP – Estelle, funeral 1 p.m. today in the Rosenberg Funeral Chapel Inc., 348 S. River St., WilkesBarre. Shiva 6:30 to 9 p.m. today in the home of Aaron Bravman, 25 E. Dorrance St., Kingston. KREBS – Thomas Jr., celebration of life 2 p.m. Saturday in the Yeosock Funeral Home, 40 S. Main St., Plains Township. Friends may call 1 to 2 p.m. LAYAOU – Alan, memorial service 4 p.m. April 14, in the Centermoreland United Methodist Church. MARSTELL – George, Blessing Service 10 a.m. today in St. Francis Cabrini Church, Carverton. Relatives and friends may call 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. today in the Gubbiotti Funeral Home, 1030 Wyoming Ave., Exeter. MIDDLETON – Ann, funeral 9:30 a.m. today in Jacobs Funeral Service, 47 Old River Road, Wilkes-Barre. Liturgy of the Word at 10 a.m. in St. Robert Bellarmine Parish, St. Aloysius Church, 143 W. Division St., Wilkes-Barre. MILLS – David Sr., memorial ser-

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arol J. Casterline, 67, of East Side Borough, died Tuesday evening, April 3, 2012, in Weatherwood, following a lengthy illness. Born in Hazleton, she was a daughter of the late Gertrude Shoemaker, and lived in White Haven all her life. Prior to retirement, she was the hostess and cashier at the White Haven Family Diner. Carol was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary, White Haven and Kidder Township. Her favorite pastime was enjoying the company of her grandchildren and two cats, Coco and Pebbles. Preceding her in death, in addition to her mother, was her husband, Louis J. Casterline, who died March 19, 2003. Surviving are two daughters, Jo-

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In recent years the former U.S. senator has focused on world hunger. By CHET BROKAW and KRISTI EATON Associated Press

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Joseph Kony, the Lord’s Resistance Army leader, left, and his deputy Vincent Otti, in Southern Sudan in 2006.

Anti-warlord video sequel addresses some criticisms California advocacy group Invisible Children goes follow-up to “Kony 2012.”

case study on what can go viral, says pop culture expert Robert Thompson. But the Internet is fickle, he said. “The fact is, the story has developed in so many odd ways By JULIE WATSON with all the controversy, and the Associated Press sequel can’t really promise the SAN DIEGO — A wildly pop- bang of that first video — which ular Internet video turned Afri- is informing people of something can warlord Joseph Kony into a they did not know before,” said household name and boosted the Thompson, a Syracuse Universiinternational hunt for the brutal ty professor. “Now we’re getting rebel leader. Can a sequel do into the details, which is never that thrilling.” more? But then again, Thompson That’s the burning question for the small California advocacy added, what goes viral never group Invisible Children and its ceases to surprise. Ben Keesey, Invisible Chilfollow-up effort, “Kony 2012 Part II.” The Associated Press was dren’s CEO, said the sequel was given a copy of the sequel before made in two weeks. The thinking, he said, was its Thursday release. the organization Part II repeats “The fact is, the needed to ansome of the same swer to people slick, inspiring shots story has develwanting to as the original of a oped in so many know who was young global combehind last munity mobilizing odd ways… and month’s Interinto action. But no- the sequel can’t success that ticeably missing is really promise the net prompted the the voice of the orgaAfrican Union to nization’s co-founder, bang of that first send 5,000 solJason Russell, who video… .” diers to join the directed the first vidRobert Thompson hunt for Kony, eo. Russell was diagPop culture expert and a bipartisan nosed with brief psygroup of 40 U.S. chosis last month afsenators to back ter witnesses saw him pacing naked on a sidewalk a resolution condemning Kony. Keesey acknowledged the in a San Diego neighborhood, screaming incoherently and challenge in keeping up interest banging his fists on the pave- but said the campaign resonates ment. His outburst happened with young people who feel like shortly after Kony 2012 thrust they’re part of a global communithe group into the global lime- ty with friends across the world through social media. light. Part II features more interThe sequel also lacks the kind of narrative that made the origi- views with Africans who talk nal unique. The first Kony 2012 about how the rebel conflict is presented the global issue complex and requires a multithrough a child’s eyes, with a dis- pronged approach to stop the cussion between Russell, who di- warlord wanted by the Internarected the video, and his young tional Criminal Court for heison Gavin about stopping the nous attacks in multiple countries. The LRA began its attacks bad guys. The latest video is a traditional in Uganda in the 1980s, when Ko— albeit hip — documentary ny sought to overthrow the govthat addresses criticisms fired at ernment. Since being pushed out the San Diego-based nonprofit of Uganda several years ago, the since its overnight launch to militia has terrorized villages in Congo, the Central Africa Repubfame. Among the complaints were lic and South Sudan. that Kony 2012 was too American-centric, that the group spends too little money directly In Loving Memory Of on the people it intends to help, Michelina M. Smith and that it oversimplified the 26One Year Ago Today year-old conflict involving Ko4-5-11 ny’s Lord’s Resistance Army. The original video drew some 100 million hits on YouTube, and likely will go down in history as a

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PPL undecided on building third nuclear reactor By MATT HUGHES mhughes@timesleader.com

PPL has not decided whether it will build a new nuclear reactor next to its Susquehanna plant in Salem Township, but the company is applying for permits as if it were. The power company has asked permission from the Susquehanna River Basin Commission to withdraw water from the Susquehanna during construction of the new Bell Bend reactor. PPL submitted an application to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission for permits to build and operate the single-reactor plant in 2008, and the company does not expect a decision from the NRC until 2013 or 2014, PPL spokesman Joe Scopelliti said. “This is just part of a process going forward,” Scopelliti said. “We’re working through that process to where we have to make a final decision of whether were going to build. At the end of

that process we’ll have an appli- tion in Salem Township on the cation approval and we’ll have to west side of Confers Lane. Its calook at the conditions at that pacity would be about 1,600 time. At this point a decision on megawatts, bringing the three-rewhether to build or not is prob- actor total to about 4,000 megaably a couple of years down the watts, or enough to power more than 3 million timeline.” homes. PPL hopes to build The new plant It would be powthe plant to supply fu- would cost beered by the Evoluture energy demand cretionary Power Reated in part by older re- tween $13 billion actor, a new form of actors and power plants and $15 billion to reactor designed by being taken offline. The build with conelectricity it generates struction taking at AREVA of France that its designer would feed into the PJM touts as being safer Interconnect and be least five years. and more efficient available for open-marthan older reactor ket purchase in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Maryland. types. Similar reactors are under con“We’ve got to look to the future because if you’ve got a need for struction in Finland, France and the electricity it takes a couple China, but it has not yet been apyears for the electricity to be proved for construction in the ready to use,” Scopelliti said. United States. The reactor de“We’ve constantly got to be look- sign is going through an NRC aping to the future and what de- plication process on the same timetable as PPL’s application, mand in the area may be.” The plant would be built next Scopelliti said. The new plant would cost beto the existing two reactors at the Susquehanna Steam Electric Sta- tween $13 billion and $15 billion

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to build with construction taking at least five years, according to PPL, making it unlikely the plant would come online before 2020. But whether the plant is actually built depends on a large number of variables, Scopelliti said, with the availability of a federal Department of Energy loan guarantee being a primary determining factor. Bell Bend has not been selected by the department to negotiate a federally backed loan, necessary due to the immense cost of

the project, since PPL completed its application in 2009, but the company continues to resubmit its application in each biannual grant cycle, Scopelliti said. PPL will also not go forward without private-sector partners, and those partnerships have not been secured yet either, he added. According to Scopelliti, other factors that will influence the company’s decision include: • The price of electricity. • The price of competitive

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Northwest Area OKs 5-year support staff pact By TOM HUNTINGTON Times Leader Correspondent

UNION TWP. – On a 6-2 vote, the Northwest Area School Board approved a new five-year contract with support staff personnel. Board President Randy Tomasacci, who cast one of two no votes, said that estimates are the pact will cost $490,000 over the period July 1, 2012 through June 2017. Support personnel consist of

cafeteria workers, classroom aides and maintenance employees. They are represented by the Pennsylvania State Education Association. The pact includes wage increases of 30 cents per hour. They will also receive health insurance coverage, which is an issue that Albert Gordon, board secretary, raised when he cast the other no vote. Gordon said, “I have no problem with the pay raises. It’s the cost of health insurance. It’s getting out of hand.” It was stated that a 10 percent increase in health insurance costs were factored into the contract. Daryl Morgan, who along

with directors Alton Farver, Lisa Schwartz, Gerald Conger, Ralph Killian and Michael Kreidler voted in favor of the contract, argued the “only way we’re going to control costs is to get out of the health care consortium.” Board member Peter Lanza was absent. In its February tabulation of payables, Northwest listed a $191,271.73 payment to the Northeast Pa. School District Health Trust. Morgan contended also that consortium officers are using school district contributions to help pay for a lawsuit filed by the Pittston Area and Dallas school districts. Luzerne County Court ordered the pay-

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ment of more than $5 million by the consortium to Dallas and Pittston “We’re paying for that. We need to get out of there and into the free market,” Morgan said. Tomasacci said participation in the consortium is something that’s stipulated in the current contract with the Northwest Area Education Association. He doubted Northwest could effect a change at this time.

Nanticoke mayor fills 3 authority posts The city council OKs a permit parking system for three downtown streets. By STEVEN FONDO Times Leader Correspondent

NANTICOKE – Mayor Joseph Dougherty selected three individuals to serve on the city’s General Municipal Authority at a city council meeting on Wednesday night. Appointed to five-year terms to

the authority were Jeff Lewis, Richard Wiatrowski and Stephen E. Duda. Duda and Wiatrowski both serve on council, but city Solicitor Bill Finnegan said current state laws allow the men to hold both positions. The municipal authority is the business development arm of the city and was instrumental in Luzerne County Community College’s recent move to Nanticoke’s downtown area. In other business, council ap-

proved a parking permit order on second reading that calls for permitted parking along Coal, Orchard and Hill streets in the city. Violators will face up to a $50 fine for all parking infractions. The ordinance was enacted in response to residents’ concerns with spillover from LCCC’s downtown student parking lots. An ordinance banning the use of cell phones while driving was tabled until Finnegan researches any possible conflict with existing laws.

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MUNICIPAL BRIEFS AVOCA – The borough council will conduct a regular monthly meeting after the 6:30 p.m. work session on Thursday in the municipal building. Garbage stickers are on sale 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays, and 6 to 7 p.m. Fridays in the municipal building. The cost is $170 if purchased before April 21. Checks should be made payable to the Avoca Borough. Mail requests should be addressed to Therese Wrubel, 129 Factory St., Avoca, PA 18641, and must include a self addressed, stamped envelope. Delinquent 2011 sewer bill notices have been sent to residents. Property owners are responsible for paying the bills. Delinquent accounts are turned over to Creditech. All accounts that are delinquent $70 or more than one year will be placed on a water shutoff list. Property owners are also responsible for water shutoff and restoration fees, which total $60. Creditech can be reached at 1-800-555-5695. The Moosic recycling truck is at the municipal garage on Plane Street, every Wednesday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Commingled recyclables and newspapers are collected every Wednesday of the week. Place recyclables in the appropriate trailer compartments. Cardboard is collected on the first Thursday of each month from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Residents are urged to read and follow the signs on the recycling truck. The area is monitored and violators can be fined or banned from future recycling privileges. Recycling calendars are available in the lobby of the municipal building and at the recycling trailer. Yard waste will be collected

on April 17, weather permitting. The following items must be separated to be collected: grass clippings and leaves, yard waste from shrubs, hedge clippings, tree limbs, not exceeding 3 feet in length and a ½ inch in diameter. A maximum of three open containers, not exceeding 30 pounds, will be allowed. Do not use plastic bags. Containers must be curbside by 8 a.m.

Trista Reynolds, right, mother of missing toddler Ayla Reynolds, is overcome by grief as she is hugged by a friend during a gathering in Portland, Maine, Wednesday, to mark the second birthday of the girl who disappeared from just days before Christmas.

Residents with garbage collection on Monday, will have their garbage collected on Tuesday. Residents are reminded that the garbage bag limit will be suspended the collection period of April 10 through the 12, due to the Easter holiday. All other schedules will remain the same.

WEST WYOMING – The rebate period for county and municipal taxes will end on EDWARDSVILLE -- County April 23. and borough taxes are still in When submitting payment, the rebate period until April 28. please send in the whole tax Hours during rebate period bill. The bar coded copy has to only are Tuesday and Wednesgo back to the Luzerne County day, 5 to 7 p.m., and Saturday, Courthouse. Residents paying 10 a.m. to noon. Anyone who by mail and in need of a receipt did not receive their tax bill must send a self-addressed should contact the office at stamped envelope. If you have 288-7899. Bring the entire tax not received a tax bill, contact bill to the office when paying Robert Connors at 693-0130 for receipt. If paying by mail Monday through Friday after 4 and requesting a copy of your p.m. tax bill, send a self-addressed stamped envelope. EDWARDSVILLE – The 2012 PLAINS TWP. – The administrative and zoning offices will recycling stickers will be $40 per sticker through May 31, be closed on Friday; and the and are available at the borDepartment of Public Works ough building. After June 1, will be closed on Monday in stickers will cost $45 plus a observance of the Easter Holicitation. day.

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The board, however, is in negotiations with the NAEA involving a pact that expired in August 2011. The NAEA has been working this term without a contract. Gordon said talks with the teachers are ongoing. Tomasacci said the board is waiting to hear from the PSEA about scheduling another negotiation session. Talks have been broken off for more than a month. The board also heard a report dealing with students with special needs by Stephanie Russell, director of Special Education, and Superintendent Ronald Grevera. They propose bringing these students back into the

school district rather than have them receive instruction at schools throughout Luzerne County under programs administered by the Luzerne Intermediate Unit. Grevera said he will seek board approval for the plan at the April 18 meeting. Russell said Northwest has 213 students in both the elementary and secondary level with specials needs. She said the plan provides the skill support needed by these students. Another key element is costs. Grevera estimated the district, factoring in transportation and instructional expenses, will save an estimated $118,370.

Notice of Proposed Substantial Amendment to Luzerne County Community Development FY 2011 Action Plan The Luzerne County Office of Community Development (County) is preparing a Substantial Amendment to the FY 2011 Action Plan to include the following activities that will be funded under the HEARTH Act Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) program, formerly know as Emergency Shelter Grants program: Rapid Re-housing and housing relocation and stabilization services - $66,837; Homelessness prevention and housing relocation and stabilization services - $28,644 Homeless Management Information System - $3,114; Administration - $25,946 The amended FY 2011 Action Plan was prepared by the County after conducting a public hearing in accordance with its Citizen Participation Plan. The County is soliciting comments on the proposed amendment. Comments should be submitted in writing to the Office of Community Development, 54 W. Union Street Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701, or email: luzcoocd@luzernecounty.org, 9 am to 4:30pm, Monday through Friday. The comments on the ESG Funds will be accepted until May 4, 2012 and the ESG amendment will be submitted to the County Council for formal local approval at the May 8, 2012 meeting of the Luzerne County Council. Upon local approval, the amendment will be submitted to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development on May 15, 2012. Luzerne County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, familial or disability status in employment or in the provision of services.

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OTHER OPINION: GAS DRILLING

Don’t compromise safety in boondocks

VEN THOUGH A when it comes to tracking the congressman boasts network of so-called feeder that his bill signed in- pipelines being built to ferry to law in January will shale-gas from 3,000 wells. Under current law, backed assure steps are taken to safeguard new shale-gas pipelines by industry lobbyists, there are snaking across Pennsylvania, miles of pipeline exempt from safety regulators surveyed na- inspection because they run tionally say they still need con- through less-populated regions. vincing. The industry’s position is The state regulators’ fears, that it makes no expressed to federal auditors about the Under current law sense to field inspectors in areas public-safety threat … there are miles that one lobbyist from badly built or of pipeline exempt characterized as shoddily maintained the “far hinterpipelines, stand as a from inspection land,” inasmuch continuing concern because they run as the risk of an exfor residents living through less-popplosion is lower amid Pennsylvania’s ulated regions. than in urban argas boom. eas, and pipeline At issue is whether companies have thousands of miles of pipeline stretched across rural an economic incentive to mainareas will be subject to safety tain lines in good working orchecks to safeguard against der. That’s going to be of less and flaws or lax upkeep, given that federal law now exempts these less comfort, though, to state residents seeing an influx of lines from safety rules. After a Philadelphia Inquirer shale-gas operations, with the series last year exposed the prospect that up to 25,000 shortcomings in rural pipeline miles of pipeline could be built oversight, U.S. Rep. Bill Shus- in their communities. There’s at least some proster, R-Hollidaysburg, ushered through a bill that will add a pect of better pipeline overhandful of inspectors nation- sight with the state Public Utilwide, provide new scrutiny to ity Commission’s plan to hire older pipelines and double its own inspectors for feeder safety violation fines to $2 mil- lines, even though training lags will mean it takes years to get lion. But a new report from the re- up to speed. Folks in the “hinsearch arm of Congress, the terland” can only hope it’s General Accounting Office, enough to keep them safe. concludes that federal regulaThe Philadelphia Inquirer tors need to step up their game

QUOTE OF THE DAY “We will do whatever is in the best interests of the taxpayers.” Corey O’Brien The Lackawanna County commissioner said Tuesday that negotiations are ongoing to sell the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Triple-A baseball franchise. Meanwhile, the Moosic baseball stadium stands empty today while the rechristened Empire State Yankees begin play in other teams’ parks.

OTHER OPINION: A WINNING IDEA?

Corbett places bet on better lottery

T’S WORTH TAKING a chance on Gov. Tom Corbett’s initial attempt to determine whether a private operator could bring in more revenue from the Pennsylvania Lottery. Just like a customer buying a ticket for the Daily Number drawing, we won’t know if the idea is a winner yet. The state must first learn from private firms if they think they can get more profits out of the $3.2 billion system, and how they’d go about it. Pennsylvania would not be the first state to move in this direction. Last year, Illinois signed a five-year contract for a private firm to manage its lottery, and others are considering it. The lottery is an important source of revenue for the state, particularly because of the significant dollars from drawings and scratch-off tickets that pay EDITORIAL BOARD

for programs for older Pennsylvanians, including popular property tax/rent rebates and the PACE discount prescription drug program. The number of Pennsylvanians who benefit from lottery funds is increasing, so the state needs to ensure that lottery proceeds also continue to grow. Interested firms have until May 1 to submit their qualifications, and once that pool of applicants is established, they’ll be asked in the fall to submit detailed proposals. The governor is right to explore the possibility that private operators would guarantee more money for the state, in exchange for payment for its services, and do so at a lower cost to taxpayers than the current system. If that happens, everybody wins. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

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Kudos to real engine that drives debate team

SEND US YOUR OPINION Letters to the editor must include the writer’s name, address and daytime phone number for verification. Letters should be no more than 250 words. We reserve the right to edit and limit writers to one published letter every 30 days. • Email: mailbag@timesleader.com • Fax: 570-829-5537 • Mail: Mail Bag, The Times Leader, 15 N. Main St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 1871 1

hile we always are pleased for any mention of the Meyers High School Speech and Debate Team, I am writing to correct an error in a recent editorial (“A tip of the hat to area scholars,” March 27). Whatever credit I might deserve from my association with the team, my wife and partner, Ruth, deserves tenfold. She and I are the co-head coaches, but she is the engine and force behind the team and makes it possible. Any reference to the coaching and success of the team is incomplete without naming Ruth. Kimberly D. Borland Wilkes-Barre

Stebbins remembered as outstanding citizen

e have been blessed to have Paul Stebbins Jr. with us in Northeastern Pennsylvania. This young man really cared for our country. He set the right example. The letters to the editor he wrote always were well-researched and made an impact on our community. I looked forward to seeing his letters in the paper. Paul really had great respect for the Republican Party and the principles for which it stands. I invited Paul to the Rotary Club where he distinguished himself with his knowledge and observations. My sincere sympathy to the family on the loss of this outstanding young man. I know our Lord is blessed to have Paul with him. Frank Mrufchinski Nanticoke

‘Pink slime’ has no place on Americans’ tables

he fuss over “pink slime” tells us clearly that our pure food and drug laws badly need to be strengthened. What is “pink slime”? In corporate doublespeak, it is called “lean beef trimmings.” It is a mixture of tendons, cartilage and waste scraps of meat, basically slaughterhouse waste, that is finely ground, heated, spun to remove residual fat and treated with ammonia gas. Yum! The European Union has banned this vile additive in food intended for human consumption. How much longer must our children, who receive ground beef that is adulterated with this filth in the school lunch program, be sacrificed on the altar of corporate greed? Indeed, how much longer must all of us have to worry about our food being dosed with questionable additives in the interest of maximizing corporate profits? The governors of several Midwestern states, where this additive is manufactured, have come out in defense of “pink

slime” and the companies that make it. Can we see them eat this product? I wouldn’t feed it to my cats. And I will not buy ground beef unless I can see a local butcher actually grinding the meat; nor will I eat fast-food hamburgers or any ground beef products in restaurants. The “ammonium hydroxide gas” in the press releases is actually anhydrous ammonia, which forms “ammonium hydroxide” when it dissolves in the moisture in the “beef trimmings.” The term “ammonium hydroxide” correctly refers to a solution of ammonia gas in water, like that sold in the cleaning products aisle of supermarkets. It’s fine for cleaning floors and windows. But it doesn’t belong in food. Philip E. Galasso Shickshinny

Cyclist suggests officers review rules of the road

recently pedaled my road bike southbound on South Main Street in WilkesBarre, away from Public Square. Moving at a good clip as I approached the first intersection, I claimed my portion of the lane, signaled left, found a safe gap between cars and cut a smooth left turn onto East Northampton Street – all in one routine, stylish motion. No drivers needed even to tap their brakes because of my maneuver. Before I could reach the movie theater, I heard the roar of a car speeding right up on my tail. Startled, I turned back to see a Wilkes-Barre police officer swerving around me while yelling out his passengerside window: “Stay out of the middle of the road! Stay on the side of the road!” Blah, blah, I’ve heard this from countless misinformed drivers in this area, but to hear this from a city policeman was interesting, especially after he had handled himself in such a dangerous and aggressive manner. Maybe 20 minutes beforehand he had yelled something inaudible out the window of his cruiser at me while I was simply riding “on the side” of the road on the other side of town. Anyway, I pulled up next to him at the signal light at Northampton and South Washington streets and said that surely he knew it was my right to be on the road making a left turn. I got more of the same hostility. He sped off before I had a chance to defend or even introduce myself. Maybe he was having a bad day. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Bicycle Driver’s Manual, Chapter

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3 paragraph 19, states about left turns: “To prepare a left turn, change lanes until you reach the left-turn position in traffic. As you move toward the center of the street, this is where no cars on your left will go straight ahead. If the lane carrying leftturning traffic also carries through traffic, ride at its left side. If it’s a left-turn-only lane, ride at its right side. On an ordinary two-lane street, turn left from just to the right of the center line.” This hardly seems feasible from the shoulder of a busy street. (So wait, cops are not always right?) Paragraph 20 continues: “It may seem dangerous to move to the middle of the street, but in fact, the middle is the best position for a left turn.” A complete transcript of the Bicycle Driver’s Manual can be found at www.dot.state.pa.us/Internet/Bureaus/ pdBikePed.nsf/ So there you have it. As an avid cyclist, with experience as a New York City bike messenger, I understand the inherent risks of cycling in traffic. However, I also understand the laws and how to ride safely and confidently. In a city as nonbike-friendly as WilkesBarre, typical hostility toward cyclists hardly surprises me anymore. But the fact that a police officer seemingly had such blatant ignorance and disregard for laws he is supposed to know and enforce is a real bummer. I am not expecting every person to gain complete awareness of the laws of the road regarding cyclists, but having our police officers understand them might be a good place to start. Let’s ride. Drew Carsillo Sugar Notch

Volunteer in the battle against pancreatic cancer

pril is National Volunteer Month. As a volunteer for several nonprofits in the area, I thank all volunteers for their time, effort and selflessness. I especially commend the volunteers of the Northeastern Pennsylvania affiliate of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network. These caring individuals are a part of a nationwide network of volunteers in almost 100 cities, dedicated to raising awareness about pancreatic cancer and providing patients and their families with real hope. Because of their support, PanCAN has been able to raise millions of dollars to fund private research and to advocate that the federal government provide more research funding and devote more attention to this deadly disease. Anyone who would like to become a “Volunteer for Progress” in the fight against pancreatic cancer may contact our affiliate coordinator, Taryn Grabowski Jones, at tjones@pancanvolunteer.org. Or visit our website at www.pancan.org/ volunteer. Even if you can spare just 10 minutes a month, you can make a difference. Susan Blum Connors Scranton

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Santorum plans to campaign hard in Pa.

Dems to counter Romney Pa. visit

Unlike rival, former senator has no specific dates for appearances in NEPA, his spokesman says.

SCRANTON – While Gov. Mitt Romney campaigns in Harrisburg and Tunkhannock today, the Obama campaign will stage a press conference at its Scranton headquarters. The press conference will begin at 10 a.m. at 216 Wyoming Ave., the Organizing for America PA Scranton Field Office. The event will feature Lackawanna County Commissioner Corey O’Brien and other community leaders. The press conference “will highlight the President’s accomplishments on energy and discussing Mitt Romney’s failed record.” O’Brien will discuss Obama’s “continued support for global energy independence, embracing an all-of-the-above strategy and Mitt Romney’s failed energy record as governor of Massachusetts and his continued support for taxpayer giveaways to Big Oil.”

By BILL O’BOYLE boboyle@timesleader.com

His main opponent has gotten a head start in his former home state, but Rick Santorum intends to campaign hard in Pennsylvania in the two weeks until the state’s primary election. “We don’t have any specific dates of when we will be in Northeastern Pennsylvania, but I’m sure Sen. Santorum will be there at least a couple of times before the primary,” said Hogan Ridley, campaign spokesman. Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt

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because the campaign staff felt it would provide a good place to discuss relevant energy issues. “In the closing weeks before the primary, we will continue to make the case to voters that Gov. Romney is the best candidate to defeat Barack Obama, and that he is the best choice to help turn around our economy, create jobs and get spending under control,” said Amanda Henneberg, Romney campaign spokesperson. Romney tightened his grip on the Republican nomination with three primary victories Tuesday – in Wisconsin, Maryland and Washington, D.C. He called for his GOP opponents – Rick Santorum, Newt Gingrich and Ron Paul -- to drop out of the race. Santorum said he’s out to win and Pennsylvania could be a determining factor in the race. Romney has 646 of the 1,144

Romney, the oddson favorite to win the Republican nomination for president, was traveling through Pennsylvania today, stopping in Harrisburg and Santorum Tunkhannock. On Wednesday, Ridley took the opportunity to restate Santorum’s criticisms of his rival. “It’s good to see Gov. Romney is coming to Pennsylvania, but I don’t know how his record of supporting global warming, cap and tax legislation and green energy platforms that he supported in Massachusetts will play there,” Ridley said. “Don’t forget, Obamacare was based on Romneycare. And Romney’s record on energy

delegates needed to secure the nomination. Santorum has 272 delegates, Gingrich 135 and Paul 51. On Wednesday, Andrews was busy getting his business ready to welcome Romney. “Of course we’re excited,” Andrews said. “This is a great honor to have Gov. Romney visit us.” Romney will visit Mountain Energy Services’ Deer Park water withdrawal site and meet the company’s owners, Ryan Andrews and his brother Matt, tour the site and address local campaign supporters. The Andrews brothers said Romney will help the nation move toward energy independence, and in the process, restore the U.S. economy. Mountain Energy Services was founded in 2009 after the family, owners of Deer Park Lumber in Tunkhannock, saw a need to diversify their interests. The onset of activity in the Marcellus Shale gas region prompted the Andrews brothers to create a startup company to pro-

doesn’t even come close to matching his rhetoric.” Some political analysts feel that a loss in Pennsylvania could end Santorum’s chance to get the GOP nod. According to a story in the Los Angeles Times, “losing his home state would likely force Santorum to abandon an increasingly uphill attempt to carry the conflict all the way to the national convention in August.” Santorum told the LA Times, “I’ve endured about eight months of people saying that. Everyone has been asking from the days I was driving around (a pickup) truck in Iowa to get out of the race. I’ve never been the establishment candidate and that holds true ‘til today and that’s nothing new.” Santorum has acknowledged that a victory in the state he represented in

Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney will be at Mountain Energy Services in Tunkhannock today. He is scheduled to speak to employees, supporters and the public at 2:45 p.m. at the company’s Deer Park water withdrawal site at the intersection of routes 6 and 92 north. You can get to the site by traveling routes 309 and 29 to Tunkhannock and turning right on Route 6 to Route 92 north, or you can take Route 92 through Harding to the intersection with Route 6.

vide services to the expanding drilling operations. The company started with 10 trucks and a handful of employees. Three years later, Mountain Energy Services operates more than 150 trucks, with dispatch centers in Tunkhannock, Wyalusing and Wellsboro, and a newly opened Ohio division that serves the Utica Shale area. The Andrews family also AP PHOTO owns the Shadowbrook Inn and Resort in Tunkhannock, and Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney addresses a crowd at a campaign event in a metal employs more than 130 people working shop, in Broomall, Wednesday. Republican Sen. Orrin Hatch of Utah warned supporters there and at Deer Park Lumber. during a campaign event Tuesday that Democrats could attack the Mormon faith of Mitt Romney.

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Dotzel’s courtroom. Madry said he was cited when Loeb took his picture while chasing his dog, Eli, on a trail on property owned by the Glen Summit Co. on Jan. 23. Madry said he frequently visits a memorial at the site where his son, Brian, was killed in an alcohol-related crash on Lake Road on July 18. Brian Madry, 16, was a passenger in a 2004 Kia Optima driven by Adam Fredmund, 16. Fairview Township police and Luzerne County detectives said Fredmund had been

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to $100,000. The fund is bankrolled by a surcharge paid by all attorneys in the state. Federal authorities charged Lupas, 77, of Plains Township, with one count of mail fraud last week in connection with an investment scheme that allegedly defrauded dozens of persons out of millions of dollars.

work orders. In 1995, the depot found itself on a short list of U.S. military installations identified by an independent review panel, the Base Realignment and Closure Commission, charged with deciding which facilities to close. Residents and leaders throughout Northeast Pennsylvania rallied around

drinking before the crash. Fredmund was found delinquent on a homicide by vehicle charge in September and ordered to live in a Hazleton area group home with roundthe-clock supervision. Madry and his wife, Carolyn, filed a lawsuit in Luzerne County court against Fredmund and the Glen Summit Co., alleging the company was negligent for failing to provide “appropriate security for Fountain Lake” where Fredmund had been drinking at a party. Madry said he feels the trespass citation and harassment he has received from other Glen Summit residents is in retaliation for the lawsuit.

The citation filed by township officer Phillip Holbrook, who investigated the crash, stated Madry “did enter and

Attorneys representing some of the alleged victims allege Lupas convinced them to give him money to invest in a trust fund under the promise they would earn 7 percent tax-free interest. In reality there was no fund and he used the money for his personal use, the attorneys said. The security fund reimburses clients for any losses incurred as a result of the attorney-client relationship. Persons victimized can file a claim directly with the fund. Saporito said the Bar As-

sociation will offer its assistance to help any one who does not know how or feels uncomfortable handling the claim on their own. “There are some members of the public who may not know of this potential remedy,” Saporito said. “If the bar can help make it known and is willing to assist, at no charge, maybe people will take advantage of it.” Saporito said the Bar Association is still in the preliminary phases of forming the commit-

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with bone-in hams slightly cheaper. With sales offered this week to attract Easter shoppers, it was possible to get a bone-in ham for as little as $1.28 per pound. Paula Vejvoda of Omaha said she’s had her Easter ham in the freezer since Christmas, when she bought it on sale so she could economically feed her two daughters, two exchange students and husband. “You really have to watch the ads and see who has the best price,” Vejvoda said. That’s good advice for families, but

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Three years ago the depot peaked at 5,900 employees, but its staff fluctuates depending on workload and contracts. In 2000, the depot workforce totaled Continued from Page 1A 3,071, its lowest figure in more than are affected by the cuts. two decades. The U.S. Army will celebrate its It’s likely the depot will reach a major 100th anniversary at Tobyhanna this milestone in the next year: achieving summer. more than $1 billion in defense-related

MADRY

the U.S. Senate is critical to his quest to win the nomination. The Pennsylvania primaries will be held April 24. A Quinnipiac University survey completed Sunday showed Santorum with a 6 percentage point lead over Romney in Pennsylvania. Santorum’s oldest daughter, Elizabeth, was in Wilkes-Barre on Saturday to speak to the Luzerne County Council of Republican Women. Calling the GOP presidential race a “David vs. Goliath” contest, she said her father has brought the party back to its core values – something she says was desperately needed. “And now he has re-engaged and shifted the national debate to fundamental values, and that’s where the Republican Party needs to be,” she said.

the depot and staved off closure. Since then, the depot has absorbed military contracts from other installations where work was cut and has expanded its contract affiliations with other armed services branches. The Army is still the predominant client with close to 80 percent of work performed for it. But the Air Force,

remain on Glen Summit property to which notice against trespass was given by posting no trespass in a manner rea-

sonably likely to come to the person’s attention.” The citation was initially filed with District Judge Ronald Swank in Wright Township. Due to a conflict of interest, the summary trial was moved to Dotzel. Madry said he paid a $125 fine that will be held in escrow for a year before the money is returned to him. Loeb and Dean, who never got out of their car, drove away without responding to interview requests from reporters. Attorney John Dean, representing Glen Summit Co., declined to comment about the agreement. “Say a prayer for Brian that

he is resting in peace,” Madry said. “I have no anger for anyone.” Joe Mulligan, a Glen Summit resident living on Woodlawn Road for nearly 45 years, expressed his displeasure with the trespass charge being filed. “I can’t believe things go on like this,” said Mulligan, who attended the hearing to support Madry and his wife. “If it was your son, you would put up a bench and sit there.” Madry said he can still visit the portion of the site that is on public property. “They said the (memorial) site can stay, but I’m not allowed to go on Glen Summit Co. property,” Madry said.

tee. He said the volunteer attorneys will assist in filing the claim form, but will not get involved in any civil or criminal actions pending against Lupas. Saporito said he hopes to have the committee formed within the next 45 days. “There is some homework that needs to be done from our perspective to make sure it’s done the right way and that we have the ability to be involved,” he said. “We don’t want to compromise the integrity of any

pending criminal investigation or any civil action.” The security fund is overseen by a board of six attorneys and two lay persons who review claims to determine if they qualify and the amount of reimbursement. The fund paid a total of $2.1 million in claims in fiscal year 2009-10. In another development Wednesday, a Kingston couple filed court papers alleging attorney Lupas owes then $47,250. A confession of judgment was

filed against Lupas by Philip and Rosa Bellia, by their attorney Caelie McCormick Sweigart. The Bellias said in court papers they are owed the money, which includes $2,250 in interest dating back to June 2011, stemming from a “customer credit transaction.” Lupas wrote a check to the Bellias in June 2011, but that check was unable to be cashed, court papers indicate. Reporter Sheena Delazio contributed to this story.

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Complainants leave the area of District Judge Michael Dotzel’s office after a trespassing charge filed against Dan Madry.

hard to do when you’re trying to provide ham for hundreds of people at a food pantry. Joyce Lonergan, food pantry director at St. Anthony’s Shrine in downtown Boston, said she tries to arrange to have a special meal at each holiday to help boost people’s spirits, but the prospect seemed daunting when the pantry began shopping for hams back in January. They were selling for $2.30 per pound, not the 99 cents per pound paid last year. With added donations and some breaks from suppliers, St. Anthony’s was able to secure ham steaks and chickens for the holiday meal. “We’ve made it work only because people have been so generous,” Lonergan said.

thanks to the closing of other facilities that did similar work, now accounts for 15 percent of the work. The Navy and Marines make up the rest. There are more than 150 buildings on the sprawling grounds that occupy a footprint of 1.9 million square feet off Route 611 and Interstate 380 in Coolbaugh Township.

While ham is a traditional element of many Easter meals, Ellis said prices typically peak in June, near the height of the grilling season when demand is highest. Livestock economist Shane Ellis said the price of ham isn’t likely to drop soon because pork producers’ costs aren’t decreasing. Feed, which is mainly corn, is running about $6 a bushel — not far from the record $7.99 per bushel set last June. Pork producers also are switching from gestation crates to more open pens amid public pressure from consumers and animal welfare advocates

who believe the smaller cages are cruel. One major producer, Smithfield Foods, recently said it expects to spend nearly $300 million by 2017 to convert its barns. The switch also requires more labor to manage the sows because they tend to fight. Some of those costs are likely to be passed on to consumers. While ham is a traditional element of many Easter meals, Ellis said prices typically peak in June, near the height of the grilling season when demand is highest. The low point is usually at the end of the calendar year because that’s when large numbers of hogs reach the market. Many organizations, like the Food Bank for the Heartland, don’t even attempt to deliver a special holiday meal

to the people they help because their goal is to offer the most nutritious food at the lowest possible price. Donations from business and individuals have been down over the past two years, making it harder to keep up with the need in the 93 counties in eastern Nebraska and western Iowa that the food bank serves, spokesman Brian Barks said. Most food pantries, shelters and other programs receiving food from the Omaha food bank this Easter will receive staples like pasta, peanut butter or canned chicken. The food bank recently received 4,200 3-pound hams from the USDA, but Barks said those were gone within a couple of weeks. “Meat has almost become a luxury item at the food bank,” he said.

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MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL

Opening Day arrives with new looks TODAY’S GAME’S

By BEN WALKER AP Baseball Writer

Stephen Strasburg on the mound at Wrigley Field, pink flamingos in center field at Miami. Vin Scully at the microphone, Prince Fielder in Motown. Young and old, fresh and familiar, baseball is set to start all across America. A week after Ichiro Suzuki, Yoenis Cespedes and the rest of Athletics and Mariners began in Tokyo, everyone else gets a turn at opening day. Justin Verlander, Clayton Kershaw and Roy Halladay are warmed up, and so is the weather. From Citi Field to

PSU FOOTBALL

Long road back just about done

AMERICAN LEAGUE Boston at Detroit, 1:05 p.m. Toronto at Cleveland, 3:05 p.m. NATIONAL LEAGUE Atlanta at N.Y. Mets, 1:10 p.m. Philadelphia at Pittsburgh, 1:35 p.m. Washington at Chicago Cubs, 2:20 p.m. Miami at Cincinnati, 4:10 p.m. L.A. Dodgers at San Diego, 7:05 p.m.

Petco Park, the forecast is perfectly playable — none of those flurries and freezing temperatures that intruded at the start in past years are expected.

Josh Johnson, one of several big stars coming back from injury-shortened seasons, threw the first pitch Wednesday night at new Marlins Park. Jose Reyes and the Miami starters were escorted onto the field by young women dressed as Latin showgirls. Moments later, Muhammad Ali rode into the ballpark and delivered the first ball. Carlos Beltran then produced the first hit and World Series MVP David Freese opened the scoring with a tworun single. That got the champion St. Louis Cardinals, minus Albert Pujols

for the first time in more than a decade, rolling in a stadium with a decidedly South Florida flair. “It looks like a spaceship,” Cardinals rookie manager Mike Matheny said. Seven more games are on the schedule for today. Fielder takes his first swings with the Detroit Tigers when they host the Boston Red Sox and new manager Bobby Valentine. Scully begins his 63rd season in the broadcast booth when the Los Angeles Dodgers, soon See OPENING, Page 4B

GOLF

Wide open field

Defensive end Pete Massaro and tight end Garry Gilliam should be ready for 2012 season. By DEREK LEVARSE dlevarse@timesleader.com

Combined, they have missed nearly four full seasons of football. Serious knee injuries have kept defensive end Pete Massaro and tight end Garry Gilliam on the sideline for more plays than they’ve seen on the field. UP NEXT Now as both Blue White prepare to return Game for Penn State in 2 p.m. 2012, they April 21 emerge from their rehabs having to adjust to new coaches and new schemes. Getting back into action this spring has been just as challenging mentally as physically for these two Nittany Lions, who have relied on each other throughout the process. “You want to lean on roommates, family and people closest to you – the people who spend a lot of time with you,” Massaro said Wednesday. “And obviously me and Garry have formed a closer bond for being in rehab and facing the same challenges every single day. “Me and Garry talk every single day after practice. You ask about how your knees feel and go from there. You’re in it together. Since it’s more of a (long-term) injury than a lot of others, you’re step-in-step the whole time. That’s made us closer and it’s something that helps you push yourself.” The long-term rehab group also includes linebacker Michael Mauti and See PSU, Page 5B

AP PHOTO

Tiger Woods, Sean O’Hair and Mark O’Meara walk down the 14th hole during Wednesday’s practice round for the Masters golf tournament which begins today in Augusta, Ga.

Masters isn’t about only Tiger or Rory By DOUG FERGUSON AP Golf Writer

AUGUSTA, Ga. — Tiger Woods couldn’t see the green through the trees, though that was only a minor obstacle. He choked up on a 5-wood and played a sweeping draw around the pines, over the water and onto the back of the green. As he approached the Sarazen Bridge to the 15th green Wednesday, the grandstand rumbled when fans suddenly rose in unison to see him walk by. Some of them held cameras as high as they could, clicked and hoped for the best. Woods is worth watching at the Mas-

MASTERS TV COVERAGE First Round 3 p.m., ESPN

ters. Rory McIlroy has all the traits of the heir apparent — an easy swing that produces enormous power, a U.S. Open title at age 22, a tennis star for a girlfriend, and an engaging personality - something that Woods is not. In his last 12 tournaments, McIlroy finished third or better eight times, including two wins and a brief stay at No. 1 in the world. “I’m in a great place,” McIlroy said. “I feel like my golf game is in great shape.” There is so much anticipation about this clash of generations it’s as if they

ters for all the right reasons. All it took was one win at Bay Hill two weeks ago for Woods to even remotely resemble the guy who once dominated golf. He won by five shots, and, just like that, was elevated to the favorite at Augusta National. “Everything is headed in the right direction at the right time,” Woods said. But he’s not the only star of this Mas- See MASTERS , Page 4B

HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL

Coughlin’s Josh Featherman pitched his second straight complete-game shutout to open league play on Wednesday, blanking rival Pittston Area. Featherman has not allowed a run or a walk through 14 innings.

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A small ball hitter for a big hitting team

ver the course of his splendid 12-year major league career, Juan Pierre has seen a drastic change in way big league baseball is played. And it has left the future in the game looking bleak for guys like him. Pierre is a punch-and-judy hitter, a player who will slap singles all over the ballpark, then turn them into twobaggers – and scoring opportunities for his team – with his uncanny ability to steal bases and manufacture runs. In another era, he would be a coveted commodity. In this current home run era, he’s an afterthought. “Nobody wants to see anybody steal a base anymore, or see a 2-1 ballgame,” Pierre complained. “Everybody wants home runs.” He’s right. Fans don’t come out to watch little guys work their way around the basepaths anymore, and teams certainly don’t pay big money for that type of production. They get giddy over the big boppers. It’s why 286 career home runs got Phillies cleanup man Ryan Howard a $125 million contract. It’s why Jayson Werth wound up getting a $126 million contract with the Washington Nationals after hitting 77 homers in three seasons with the Phillies. And it’s why Pierre, with 545 career stolen bases and 980 runs scored, wound up begging for a job with the Phillies. “When I talked to Ruben (Phillies general manager Amaro),” Pierre said, “I just asked for an opportunity.” Pierre, who’s made a modest $54 million over 12 seasons, has made a career out of creating scoring chances. He is a lifetime .297 hitter with a .307 career playoff batting average, including three World Series runs. He’s never stolen less than 27 bases in a season, and scored at least 90 runs in six of his 12 seasons in the majors. In two of those years, Pierre crossed the plate 100 times. He is a terrific fielder who carries a .989 lifetime fielding percentage playing center field and left. He creates the type of suspense past base-stealing greats Lou Brock, Maury Wills, Davey Lopes and Ricky Henderson once did when they changed games with baseruning. Yet, Pierre is so under-appreciated, the thing that changes most for him is the uniform he wears. He will open the 2012 season with the Phillies today playing for his fifth team and third in five years. “There’s not much premium put on guys who can do that stuff,” Pierre said. “I know in the American League the last few years it wasn’t any premium. They’re looking for sluggers. I just know how baseball’s going these days.” Phillies manager Charlie Manuel is going to consider making Pierre the leadoff hitter in Philadelphia’s lineup this season, after the way Pierre turned heads in spring training. “He makes things happen,” Manuel said. The Phillies sure could have used someone like that when they were losing a decisive playoff game 1-0 to St. Louis last season. The staff of aces the Phillies still have with Roy Halladay, Cliff Lee and Cole Hamels won’t trump anyone without at least a run or two. And Pierre’s style can help the Phillies produce them right now, as the season opens with the big bats of Howard and Chase Utley on the disabled list. “My type of game can help teams win,” Pierre said. “It’s just a matter of getting a team that thinks that.” Nobody seems to think players who scratch out runs are important anymore. This is a perfect chance for Pierre to show the Phillies just what they were missing.

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AMERICA’S LINE By ROXY ROXBOROUGH BASEBALL Favorite

Odds

Underdog

American League TIGERS

7.0

Red Sox

Blue Jays

7.0

INDIANS

National League METS

7.0

Braves

Phillies

7.0

PIRATES

Nationals

CUBS

REDS

7.5

Marlins

Dodgers

6.0

PADRES

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Points

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PISTONS

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Underdog Knicks

5.5

Wizards

BULLS

Celtics

Clippers

KINGS

Favorite

Odds

Underdog

ISLANDERS

-125/ +105

Jets

MAPLE LEAFS

-125/ +105

Lightning

CAPITALS

-140/ +120

Panthers

FLYERS

-140/ +120

Sabres

HURRICANES

-170/ +150

Canadiens

PENGUINS

-175/ +155

Rangers

RED WINGS

-160/ +140

Devils

SENATORS

NHL

-120/even

Bruins

PREDATORS

-170/ +150

Stars

Blackhawks

-165/ +145

WILD

AVALANCHE

-185/ +165

Blue Jackets

Canucks

-145/ +125

FLAMES

OILERS

-110/-110

Ducks

KINGS

-135/ +115

Sharks

NCAA Hockey Tournament Union-NY

-145/ +125

Ferris St

Boston Coll

-185/ +165

Minnesota

Home teams in capital letters.

L O C A L C A L E N D A R TODAY'S EVENTS H.S. GIRLS SOCCER North Pocono at Hazleton Area, 4 p.m. Lake-Lehman at Nanticoke, 4:15 p.m. York Suburban at Coughlin, 7 p.m., Wilkes University H.S. BOYS VOLLEYBALL Delaware Valley at Hanover 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, APR. 6 COLLEGE BASEBALL PSU Wilkes-Barre at PSU Brandywine (doubleheader), 2 p.m. SATURDAY, APR. 7 COLLEGE TRACK AND FIELD Misericordia at Muhlenberg

W H A T ’ S

O N

Jason Repko to Pawtucket and C Daniel Butler to Portland (EL). CLEVELAND INDIANS—Agreed to terms with SS Asdrubal Cabrera on a three-year contract. Selected the contracts of INF Jose Lopez and RHP Dan Wheeler from the Columbus (IL). Placed OF Grady Sizemore on the 60-day DL and LHP David Huff on the 15-day DL, retroactive to March 30. Designated OF Thomas Neal for assignment. Assigned RHP Jeremy Accardo, C Matt Pagnozzi, INF Gregorio Petit and OF Ryan Spilborghs to Columbus. Sent RHP Rick VanDenHurk outright to Columbus. Released OF Felix Pie. DETROIT TIGERS—Recalled LHP Duane Below from Toledo (IL). Placed RHP Al Alburquerque and RHP Luis Marte on the 15-day DL. MINNESOTA TWINS—Placed RHP Scott Baker on the 15-day DL, retroactive to March 27. Optioned RHP Jason Marquis to New Britain (EL). Selected the contracts of RHP Jared Burton and INF Sean Burroughs from Rochester (IL). NEW YORK YANKKES—Recalled RHP David Phelps from Scranton/Wilkes-Barre (IL). Optioned C Francisco Cervelli to Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. Released INF Bill Hall. Placed RHP Joba Chamberlain, RHP Brad Meyers and C Austin Romine on the 15-day DL, retroactive to March 26 and LHP Cesar Cabral and RHP Michael Pineda on the 15-day DL, retroactive to March 31. OAKLAND ATHLETICS—Optioned RHP Tyson Ross to Sacramento (PCL). SEATTLE MARINERS—Optioned LHP Charlie Furbush and OF Carlos Peguero to Tacoma (PCL). TEXAS RANGERS—Optioned OF Julio Borbon to Round Rock (PCL). Placed RHP Yoshinori Tateyama on the 15-day DL, retroactive to March 30. Assigned INF Luis Hernandez and LHP Neal Cotts to Round Rock. Selected the contracts of LHP Robbie Ross and INF Alberto Gonzalez from Round Rock. Designated RHP Cody Eppley for assignment. Agreed to terms with RHP Aaron Heilman on a minor league contract. National League ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS—Sent LHP Mike Zagurski outright to Reno (PCL). Reassigned C Ryan Budde, INF Cody Ransom and OF A.J. Pollock to Reno. Placed INF Stephen Drew on the 15-day DL, retroactive to March 26 and RHP Takashi Saito on the 15-day DL, retroactive to April 1. ATLANTA BRAVES—Placed RHP Tim Hudson on the 15-day DL, retroactive to April 3. CHICAGO CUBS—Claimed INF Luis Valbuena off waivers from Toronto (AL). Sent RHP Frankie De La Cruz outright to Iowa (PCL). CINCINNATI REDS—Agreed to terms with 1B Joey Votto on a 12-year contract. Placed RHP Ryan Madson on the 60-day DL and RHP Nick Masset and RHP Jordan Smith on the 15-day DL, retroactive to March 26. Selected the contract of INF-OF Willie Harris from Louisville (IL). Optioned INF-OF Todd Frazier to Louisville. COLORADO ROCKIES—Selected the contract of LHP Jamie Moyer from Colorado Springs (PCL). Placed LHP Josh Outman on the 15-day, retroactive to March 30 and LHP Jorge De La Rosa, INF Hector Gomez and OF Charlie Blackmon on the 15-day DL, retroactive to March 26. LOS ANGELES DODGERS—Reassigned LHP Scott Rice, INF Josh Fields and INF Luis Cruz to Albuquerque (PCL). Optioned OF Matt Angle and C Tim Federowicz to Albuquerque and RHP Nathan Eovaldi to Chattanooga (SL). Placed LHP Ted Lilly and INF Ivan De Jesus on the 15-day DL, retroactive to March 26. Placed RHP Ronald Belisario on the restricted list. MILWAUKEE BREWERS—Selected the contract of 1B/OF Travis Ishikawa from Nashville (PCL). Assigned LHP Juan Perez and INF Brooks Conrad to Nashville. NEW YORK METS—Selected the contracts of RHP Miguel Batista and OF Mike Baxter from Buffalo (IL). Placed RHP Pedro Beato and RHP D.J. Carrasco on the 15-Day DL, retroactive to March 26. Sent RHP Armando Rodriguez outright to Binghamton (EL). Announced RHP Josh Stinson was claimed by Milwaukee. PITTSBURGH PIRATES—Placed RHP A.J. Burnett on the 15-day DL, retroactive to March 26; RHP Charlie Morton on the 15-day DL, retroactive to March 29; and RHP Chris Leroux on the 60-day DL. Selected the contract of RHP Juan Cruz from Indianapolis (IL). SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS—Selected the contract of OF Gregor Blanco from Fresno (PCL). Optioned RHP Steve Edlefsen and C Eli Whiteside to Fresno. Reassigned INF Joaquin Arias, OF Justin Christian and RHP Jean Machi to Fresno. Traded C Chris Stewart to the New York Yankees for RHP George Kontos.

BASKETBALL

National Basketball Association GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS—Recalled F Chris Wright from Dakota (NBADL).

FOOTBALL

National Football League CAROLINA PANTHERS—Signed S Reggie Smith. KANSAS CITY CHIEFS—Re-signed DB Travis Daniels. PHILADELPHIA EAGLES—Agreed to terms with OT Demetress Bell on a five-year contract. ST. LOUIS RAMS—Signed WR Torry Holt to a oneday contract and then he announced his retirement. TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS—Announced RB LeGarrette Blount and WR Preston Parker signed their exclusive-rights tender offers. TENNESSEE TITANS—Signed DE Leger Douzable.

HOCKEY

National Hockey League BOSTON BRUINS—Recalled F Lane MacDermid from Providence (AHL). CAROLINA HURRICANES—Reassigned F Drayson Bowman to Charlotte (AHL). MINNESOTA WILD—Recalled D Tyler Cuma from Houston (AHL). NEW YORK ISLANDERS—Signed F Brock Nelson to a three-year contract.

SOCCER

Major League Soccer FC DALLAS—Terminated the contract of F Luis Perea by mutual consent.

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GOLF 3 p.m. ESPN — Masters Tournament, first round, at Augusta, Ga.

COLLEGE BASEBALL

7 p.m. BTN -- Exhibition, Michigan State vs. Lansing Lugnuts

MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL

1 p.m. ESPN2 — Boston at Detroit SNY — Atlanta at N.Y. Mets 1:30 p.m. ROOT, WQMY -- Philadelphia at Pittsburgh 2:10 p.m. WGN — Washington at Chicago Cubs 4 p.m. ESPN2 — Miami at Cincinnati 7 p.m. MLB — L.A. Dodgers at San Diego

MINOR LEAGUE BASEBALL

7 p.m. SE2, WYLN -- Scranton/Wilkes-Barre at Lehigh Valley

MEN'S COLLEGE HOCKEY

8 p.m. ESPN2 — NCAA, Division I tournament, semifinal, Boston College vs. Minnesota, at Tampa, Fla.

NBA

7 p.m. TNT, MSG — New York at Orlando 9:30 p.m. TNT — Boston at Chicago

NHL

7 p.m. CSN -- Buffalo at Philadelphia NBCSN, MSG2, ROOT — N.Y. Rangers at Pittsburgh PLUS2 -- Winnipeg at N.Y. Islanders 7:30 p.m. PLUS -- New Jersey at Detroit

TENNIS

10:30 p.m. ESPN2 — WTA, Family Circle Cup, round of 16, at Charleston, S.C. (same-day tape)

T R A N S A C T I O N S BASEBALL Major League Baseball MLB—Suspended Baltimore minor league C Brian Ward (Aberdeen-NYP) 50 games after a second violation for drug of abuse. American League BALTIMORE ORIOLES—Placed LHP Tsuyoshi Wada on the 15-day DL, retroactive to March 28 and C Taylor Teagarden on the 15-day DL, retroactive to March 26. Selected the contracts of C Ronny Paulino and INF Nick Johnson from Norfolk. Optioned LHP Zach Phillips to Norfolk. BOSTON RED SOX—Placed LHP Rich Hill, RHP Daisuke Matsuzaka and LHP Andrew Miller and OF on the 15-day DL, retroactive to March 26. Placed RHP Andrew Bailey, RHP Chris Carpenter and OF Ryan Kalish on the 60-day DL. Selected the contracts of RHP Scott Atchison, RHP Vicente Padilla and LHP Justin Thomas from Pawtucket (IL). Assigned INF Pedro Ciriaco, INF Nate Spears and OF

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ARKANSAS—Announced men’s junior basketball G Julysses Nobles will not return next season. BOSTON COLLEGE—Named Erik Johnson women’s basketball coach. CHARLOTTE—Announced men’s junior basketball F K.J. Sherrill is transferring. GREEN BAY—Named Kevin Borseth women’s basketball coach. NORTH DAKOTA STATE—Suspended women’s athletic director Lynn Dorn two weeks for “significant inappropriate professional behavior” on Feb. 23. PITTSBURGH—Announced men’s freshman basketball G Isaiah Epps is leaving the program. PROVIDENCE—Announced men’s sophomore basketball G Gerard Coleman will transfer at the end of the semester. RUTGERS—Promoted Jason Baum to senior associate athletics director of communications. SOUTH CAROLINA—Named Brad Underwood men’s associate head basketball coach, Matt Figger men’s assistant basketball coach and recruiting coordinator, Lamont Evans men’s assistant basketball coach, Andy Assaley men’s director of basketball operations and Scott Greenwalt men’s basketball strength coach. WESTERN KENTUCKY—Named David Boyden men’s assistant basketball coach.

G O L F PGA Tour Masters Tee Times At Augusta National Golf Club Augusta, Ga. All Times EDT a-amateur Thursday-Friday 7:50 a.m.-10:57 a.m. — Craig Stadler, Brendan Steele, Tim Clark 8:01 a.m.-11:08 a.m. — Jose Maria Olazabal, Robert Garrigus, a-Randal Lewis 8:12 a.m.-11:19 a.m. — Larry Mize, Paul Lawrie, Anders Hansen 8:23 a.m.-11:30 a.m. — Ross Fisher, Ryan Palmer, Harrison Frazar 8:34 a.m.-11:41 a.m. — Ben Crenshaw, Robert Karlsson, a-Bryden MacPherson 8:45 a.m.-11:52 a.m. — Adam Scott, Bo Van Pelt, Martin Kaymer 8:56 a.m.-12:14 p.m. — Steve Stricker, Padraig Harrington, Stewart Cink 9:07 a.m.-12:25 p.m. — Aaron Baddeley, K.T. Kim, Lucas Glover 9:18 a.m.-12:36 p.m. — Kyle Stanley, Jason Day, Bill Haas 9:29 a.m.-12:47 p.m. — Trevor Immelman, Rickie Fowler, Justin Rose 9:40 a.m.-12:58 p.m. — Tom Watson, Johnson Wagner, a-Hideki Matsuyama 10:02 a.m.-1:09 p.m. — Matt Kuchar, Geoff Oglilvy, Y.E. Yang 10:13 a.m.-1:20 p.m. — Gary Woodland, Henrik Stenson, Alvaro Quiros 10:24 a.m.-1:31 p.m. — Charl Schwartzel, Keegan Bradley, a-Kelly Kraft 10:35 a.m.-1:42 p.m. — Tiger Woods, Miguel Angel Jimenez, Sang-Moon Bae 10:46 a.m.-1:53 p.m. — Luke Donald, Francesco Molinari, Nick Watney 10:57 a.m.-7:50 a.m. — Scott Verplank, Sean O’Hair, Gonzalo Fernandez-Castano 11:08 a.m.-8:01 a.m. — Mark O’Meara, Chez Reavie, Martin Laird 11:19 a.m.-8:12 a.m. — Sandy Lyle, Simon Dyson, a-Corbin Mills 11:30 a.m.-8:23 a.m. — Ian Woosnam, Edoardo Molinari, Kevin Chappell 11:41 a.m.-8:34 a.m. — Louis Oosthuizen, Mark Wilson, Graeme McDowell 11:52 a.m.-8:45 a.m. — Zach Johnson, Ian Poulter, a-Patrick Cantlay 12:14 p.m.-8:56 a.m. — Kevin Na, Fredrik Jacobson, Ben Crane 12:25 p.m.-9:07 a.m. — John Senden, Jonthan Byrd, Paul Casey 12:36 p.m.-9:18 a.m. — Bernhard Langer, Jason Dufner, Charles Howell III 12:47 p.m.-9:29 a.m. — Mike Weir, Brandt Snedeker, Webb Simpson 12:58 p.m.-9:40 a.m. — Vijay Singh, Lee Westwood, Jim Furyk 1:09 p.m.-10:02 a.m. — Thomas Bjorn, Scott Stallings, Rory Sabbatini 1:20 p.m.-10:13 a.m. — Fred Couples, Darren Clarke, Ryo Ishikawa 1:31 p.m.-10:24 a.m. — David Toms, K.J. Choi, Sergio Garcia 1:42 p.m.-10:35 a.m. — Angel Cabrera, Rory McIlroy, Bubba Watson 1:53 p.m.-10:46 a.m. — Phil Mickelson, Hunter Mahan, Peter Hanson

B A S E B A L L MLB American League At A Glance All Times EDT East Division W L Pct GB Baltimore........................... 0 0 .000 — Boston ............................... 0 0 .000 — New York .......................... 0 0 .000 — Tampa Bay........................ 0 0 .000 — Toronto.............................. 0 0 .000 — Central Division W L Pct GB Chicago............................. 0 0 .000 — Cleveland.......................... 0 0 .000 — Detroit................................ 0 0 .000 — Kansas City ...................... 0 0 .000 — Minnesota ......................... 0 0 .000 — West Division W L Pct GB Oakland............................. 0 0 .000 — Seattle ............................... 0 0 .000 — Los Angeles ..................... 0 0 .000 — Texas................................. 0 0 .000 — Today's Games Boston (Lester 0-0) at Detroit (Verlander 0-0), 1:05 p.m. Toronto (Romero 0-0) at Cleveland (Masterson 0-0), 3:05 p.m. Friday's Games Chicago White Sox at Texas, 2:05 p.m. Minnesota at Baltimore, 3:05 p.m. N.Y. Yankees at Tampa Bay, 3:10 p.m. Kansas City at L.A. Angels, 10:05 p.m. Seattle at Oakland, 10:05 p.m.

National League At A Glance All Times EDT East Division W L Pct GB Atlanta ............................... 0 0 .000 — New York .......................... 0 0 .000 — Philadelphia...................... 0 0 .000 — Washington ...................... 0 0 .000 — 1 ⁄2 Miami................................. 0 1 .000 Central Division W L Pct GB St. Louis.......................... 1 0 1.000 — 1 Chicago........................... 0 0 .000 ⁄2 1 Cincinnati ........................ 0 0 .000 ⁄2 1 Houston .......................... 0 0 .000 ⁄2 1 Milwaukee....................... 0 0 .000 ⁄2 1 Pittsburgh ....................... 0 0 .000 ⁄2 West Division W L Pct GB Arizona.............................. 0 0 .000 — Colorado ........................... 0 0 .000 — Los Angeles ..................... 0 0 .000 — San Diego ......................... 0 0 .000 — San Francisco .................. 0 0 .000 — Wednesday's Games St. Louis 4, Miami 1 Today's Games Atlanta (Hanson 0-0) at N.Y. Mets (Santana 0-0), 1:10 p.m. Philadelphia (Halladay 0-0) at Pittsburgh (Bedard 0-0), 1:35 p.m. Washington (Strasburg 0-0) at Chicago Cubs (Dempster 0-0), 2:20 p.m. Miami (Buehrle 0-0) at Cincinnati (Cueto 0-0), 4:10 p.m. L.A. Dodgers (Kershaw 0-0) at San Diego (Volquez 0-0), 7:05 p.m. Friday's Games St. Louis at Milwaukee, 4:10 p.m. Colorado at Houston, 7:05 p.m. San Francisco at Arizona, 7:10 p.m. L.A. Dodgers at San Diego, 10:05 p.m.

H . S . B A S K E T B A L L All-State Boys Basketball

Pennsylvania’s teams, as selected by the state’s sportswriters: CLASS AAAA ` FIRST TEAM ` Rondae Jefferson, Chester, 6-7, jr, 12.1 ppg ‘ B.J. Johnson, Lower Merion, 6-5, jr, 15.8 ppg ‘ Haiishen McIntyre, Harrisburg, 6-2, sr, 24.2 ppg ‘ Devin Thomas, Central Dauphin, 6-9, sr, 23.8 ppg ‘ Geno Thorpe, Shaler, 6-3, jr, 21.4 ppg ‘ Steve Vasturia, St. Joseph’s Prep, jr, 21.8 ppg ‘ SECOND TEAM ` Nolan Cressler, Plum, 6-3, sr, 25.7 ppg ‘ Shep Garner, Roman Catholic, 6-2, so, 15.9 ppg ‘ Miles Overton, St. Joseph’s Prep, 6-4, jr, 15.0 ppg ‘ Jordan Reed, Wissahickon, 6-3, sr, 23.7 ppg ‘ Darryl Reynolds, Lower Merion, 6-7, sr, 10.6 ppg ‘ Darius Robinson, Chester, 6-1, jr, 11.8 ppg ‘ Erikk Wright, Chester, 6-4, sr, 11.4 ppg ‘ ‘ THIRD TEAM ‘ Greg Bobal, Emmaus, 6-3, sr, 11.5 ppg ‘ Quindell Brice, Pocono Mountain West, 6-4, sr, 16.2 ppg ‘ Malik Draper, Scranton, 6-4, sr, 15.3 ppg ‘ Nate Snodgrass, Butler, 6-0, sr, 21.3 ppg ‘ Jahad Thomas, Williamsport, 6-2, jr, 14.5 ppg ‘ Sheldon Zablotny, Erie Cathedral Prep, 5-11, jr, 17.4 ppg ‘ Mike Zangari, Red Land, 6-10, sr, 21.4 ppg ‘ ‘ PLAYER OF THE YEAR: Rondae Jefferson, Chester ‘ COACH OF THE YEAR: Larry Yarbray, Chester ‘ ‘ CLASS AAA ` FIRST TEAM ` John Davis, Neumann-Goretti, 6-4, jr, 12.9 ppg ‘ Donovon Jack, Berks Catholic, 6-9, sr, 17.0 ppg ‘ Brendan Kilpatrick, Malvern Prep, 6-5, sr, 15.8 ppg ‘ Micah Mason, Highlands, 6-2, sr, 28.7 ppg ‘ Ja’Quan Newton, Neumann-Goretti, 6-3, so, 15.8 ppg ‘ Maurice Watson, Boys Latin Charter, 5-10, sr, 21.8 ppg ‘ ‘ SECOND TEAM ` Muhammad Ali Abdur-Rahkman, Allentown Central Catholic, 6-4, so, 17.7 ppg ‘ Andrew Andreychik, Danville, 6-0, sr, 23.0 ppg ‘ Jaymon Mason, General McLane, 6-2, jr, 18.4 ppg ‘ Jamal Nwaniemeka, Conwell-Egan, 6-2, sr, 21.8 ppg ‘ Derrick Stewart, Neumann-Goretti, 6-5, sr, 8.7 ppg ‘ Devin Wilson, Montour, 6-4, jr, 10.0 ppg ‘ Yosef Yacob, Archbishop Carroll, 6-0, jr, 14.6 ppg ‘ ‘ THIRD TEAM ` Shawn Anderson, New Castle, 6-3, jr, 18.8 ppg ‘ Dwight Andrews, Johnstown, 6-5, sr, 18.7 ppg ‘ Charles Cooper, Octorara, 6-1, sr, 17.3 ppg ‘ Ted Hinnenkamp, York Suburban, 6-6, sr, 21.0 ppg ‘ Marquis Marshall, Berks Catholic, 6-4, sr, 15.4 ppg ‘ J.C. Show, Abington Heights, 6-2, so, 17.1 ppg ‘ Cornell Yarde, Schuylkill Valley, 6-2, sr, 21.2 ppg ‘ ‘ PLAYER OF THE YEAR: Maurice Watson, Boys Latin Charter ‘ COACH OF THE YEAR: Adam Kaufman, Montour ‘ ‘ CLASS AA ` FIRST TEAM ` Brandon Austin, Imhotep Charter, 6-6, jr, 11.4 ppg ‘ Amile Jefferson, Friends Central, 6-8, sr, 19.9 ppg ‘ Sheldon Jeter, Beaver Falls, 6-8, sr, 22.5 ppg ‘ Rysheed Jordan, Roberts Vaux, 6-4, jr, 17.3 ppg ‘ Josh Kosin, Holy Cross, 6-7, jr, 17.9 ppg ‘ Daniel Ochefu, Westtown, 6-10, sr, 14.0 ppg ‘ ‘ SECOND TEAM ` Quentin Brandon, Westmont Hilltop, 6-2, sr, 22.8 ppg ‘ Conrad Chambers, Friends Central, 6-3, so, 11.2 ppg ‘ Jerry Kincel, Riverside, 6-2, sr, 21.5 ppg ‘ Eugene Lewis, Elmer L. Meyers, 6-3, sr, 17.5 ppg ` P.J. McLaughlin, Greensburg Central Catholic, 6-7, sr, 18.1 ppg ‘ Brett Smith, Delone Catholic, 5-9, jr, 15.4 ppg ‘ Khyree Wooten, Imhotep Charter, 6-2, sr, 15.7 ppg ‘ ‘ THIRD TEAM ` Kyler Burke, Pine Grove, 6-3, sr, 17.2 ppg ‘ Noah Davis, Bellwood-Antis, 6-6, jr, 18.9 ppg ‘ Josh Dombrosky, Shenandoah Valley, 6-7, sr, 17.8 ppg ‘ Zane Hackett, Brookville, 6-6, sr, 20.6 ppg ‘ Lloyd Irons, Salisbury, 6-2, sr, 16.8 ppg ‘ A.J. Leahey, Penn Cambria, 6-7, jr, 20.7 ppg ‘ Larry Zimmerman, Pine Grove, 5-10, sr, 17.0 ppg ‘ ‘ PLAYER OF THE YEAR: Amile Jefferson, Friends Central ‘ COACH OF THE YEAR: Al Callejas, Holy Cross ‘ ‘ CLASS A ` FIRST TEAM ` Matthew Dogan, West Middlesex, 6-6, jr, 22.4 ppg ‘ Marcus Gilbert, Academy of the New Church, 6-6, sr, 17.0 ppg ‘ Savon Goodman, Constitution, 6-6, sr, 25.8 ppg ‘ Daiquan Walker, Constitution, 6-2, sr, 18.1 ppg ‘ Dinjiyl Walker, Academy of the New Church, 6-3, sr, 21.2 ppg ‘ Devontae Watson, Lincoln Park Charter, 6-10, sr, 15.1 ppg ‘ ‘ SECOND TEAM ` Darrian Brown, Vision Quest, 6-2, sr, 21.5 ppg ‘ Trey Hosack, Lincoln Park Charter, 6-0, sr, 17.9 ppg ‘ Chris Koryak, Vincentian Academy, 6-2, sr, 22.4 ppg ‘ Eric Matheson, Ridgway, 5-9, sr, 18.4 ppg ‘ Howard Sellars, Church Farm, 6-1, sr, 17.0 ppg ‘ Sharif Welton, Sullivan County, 6-5, sr, 16.1 ppg ‘ Jeremiah Worthem, Math, Civics & Sciences, 6-6, jr, 15.4 ppg ‘ ‘ THIRD TEAM ` Stewart Borst, Juniata Valley, 6-0, sr, 24.0 ppg ‘ Brandon Camic, Serra Catholic, 6-5, sr, 22.5 ppg ‘ Ryan Fyock, Shade, 6-1, jr, 21.8 ppg ‘ Rasaun Mosley, New Hope Academy, 6-5, sr, 16.0 ppg ‘ Cole Peterson, Johnsonburg, 5-10, so, 12.7 ppg ‘ Danny Savulchak, North Catholic, 6-4, jr, 19.2 ppg ‘ Mike Wenner, St. John Neumann, 6-4, sr, 20.0 ppg ‘ ‘ PLAYER OF THE YEAR: Savon Goodman, Constitution ‘ COACH OF THE YEAR: Rob Moore, Constitution All-State Girls Basketball Pennsylvania’s teams, as selected by the state’s sportswriters: CLASS AAAA FIRST TEAM Ciara Andrews, Cheltenham, 5-10, Sr., 22.6 ppg Destiny Brown, Gateway, 5-11, Sr., 23.4 ppg Meghan Creighton, Archbishop Carroll, Sr., 5-7, 11.3 ppg Sarah Curran, Archbishop Carroll, 5-11, Jr., 12.5 ppg

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Omowumi Rafiu, Neumann-Goretti, 6-2, Sr., 10.0 ppg Alex Wheatley, Council Rock South, 6-3, Sr., 18.6 ppg SECOND TEAM Bobbi Baker, Oakland Catholic, 5-7, Sr., 15.0 ppg Ashley Espinosa, Governor Mifflin, 5-4, Sr., 17.5 ppg Shanice Johnson, Cardinal O’Hara, 6-1, Jr., 9.5 ppg Rachel Pearson, Archbishop Carroll, 5-7, Sr., 9.8 ppg Isis Thorpe, Reading, 5-7, Jr., 20.2 ppg Tara Zdancewicz, Wyoming Valley West, 5-9, Sr., 17.4 ppg THIRD TEAM Jackie Falconer, Cumberland Valley, 5-11, Jr., 16.5 ppg Kayla Grimme, Altoona, 6-1, Jr., 10.5 ppg Kelly Johnson, Mount Lebanon, 5-6, Sr., 13.6 ppg Steph Knauer, North Penn, Sr., 6-0, 12.4 ppg Erica Maciejewski, Red Lion, 5-10, Sr., 16.5 ppg Brittany Sicinski, Downingtown West, 5-8, Sr., 16.5 ppg Sammy Stipa, Spring-Ford, 5-5 So., 10.9 PLAYER OF THE YEAR: Ciara Andrews, Cheltenham COACH OF THE YEAR: Shannon Boyle, Oakland Catholic CLASS AAA FIRST TEAM Amanda Berchtold, Mercyhurst Prep, 5-4, Sr., 13.5 ppg Kahleah Copper, Prep Charter, 6-2, Sr., 21.6 ppg Kerry Kinek, Allentown Central Catholic, 6-0, Sr., 17.8 ppg Celeste Robinson, Jim Thorpe, 5-9, Sr., 24.3 ppg Porscha Speller, Lancaster Catholic, 5-7 Jr., 17.3 ppg Shatori Walker-Kimbrough, Hopewell, 5-11, Jr., 25.6 ppg SECOND TEAM Natalie Hager, Franklin, 5-10, Sr., 14.5 ppg Mia Hopkins, Pittston Area, 5-11, Jr., 20.3 ppg Taylor Kaminski, Archbishop Wood, 5-9, Sr., 7.8 ppg Chassidy Omogrosso, Blackhawk, 5-5, Fr., 19.2 ppg Brianna Thomas, Gettysburg, 5-10, Sr., 15.5 ppg Kaylynn Waters, New Castle, 5-9, Sr., 25.5 ppg THIRD TEAM Jasmen Clark, Oley Valley, 5-4, Sr., 14.2 ppg Bridgette Dougherty, Southern Lehigh, 6-1, Sr., 15.3 ppg Erika Ford, South Fayette, 5-10, Sr., 19.3 ppg Alex Heck, Archbishop Wood, 5-11, Sr., 8.7 ppg Shelby Lindsay, South Park, 5-10, Jr., 16.4 ppg Lisa Mirarchi, Malvern Villa Maria, 5-8, Jr., 10.5 ppg Kalista Walters, Bethlehem Catholic, 6-0, Fr., 14.6 ppg PLAYER OF THE YEAR: Kahleah Copper, Prep Charter COACH OF THE YEAR: Jim Ricci, Archbishop Wood CLASS AA FIRST TEAM Dallas Ely, Montrose, 5-8, Sr., G, 23.7 ppg Naje Gibson, Seton-LaSalle, 6-0, So., 16.7 ppg Ciara Gregory, Jeannette, 5-7, Jr., 27.0 ppg Lisa Mifsud, Erie Villa Maria, 5-7, Sr., 12.7 ppg Sierra Moore, Delone Catholic, 5-11, Sr., 24.7 ppg Megan Quinn, Episcopal Academy, 6-1, Jr., 17.8 ppg Tierney Pfirman, 6-2, Sr., South Williamsport, 27.8 ppg SECOND TEAM Jaryn Garner, Germantown Academy, 5-7, Jr., 12.6 ppg Karlee McBride, Erie Villa Maria, 5-10, Jr., 13.8 ppg Megan McGurk, Academy of Notre Dame, 5-6, Jr., 14.9 ppg Reighly Melochick, Minersville, 5-6, So., 20.6 ppg Aimee Oertner, Northern Lehigh, 6-2, Sr., 18.5 ppg Danielle Terranella, Mid Valley, 5-7, Sr., 20.9 ppg Erin Waskowiak, Bishop Canevin, G, 5-10, Jr., 20.4 ppg THIRD TEAM Kim Andruscavage, Mount Carmel, 5-7, Sr., 15.1 ppg Aja Ellison, Shipley, 6-3, So., 11.2 ppg Angela Heintz, Seton-LaSalle, 5-10, Jr., 13.3 ppg Marley Klunk, York Catholic, 5-11, Jr., 14.2 ppg Lauren Mayernik, Avonworth, 5-9, Sr., 23.2 ppg Dianna Thomas-Palmer, Penn Charter, 6-1, Sr., 15.7 ppg PLAYER OF THE YEAR: Sierra Moore, Delone Catholic COACH OF THE YEAR: Dennis Squeglia, SetonLaSalle CLASS A FIRST TEAM Stevie Fortna, Lebanon Catholic, 5-5, Sr., 17.3 ppg Stacey MacArthur, Delco Christian, 5-5, Jr., 14.0 ppg Tara Nahodil, Tri-Valley, 6-4, Jr., 16.4 ppg Katelyn Skinner, Homer-Center, 5-10, Sr., 22.0 ppg Malia Tate-DeFreitas, Steelton-Highspire, 5-8, Jr., 32.0 ppg Juli Weber, Tri-Valley, 5-7, Jr., 12.4 ppg SECOND TEAM Beka Bellhy, Fort Cherry, 5-9, Sr., 19.3 ppg Carly Erdmann, Forest City, 5-8, So., 17.6 ppg Morgan Johnson, Keystone, 5-11, Jr., 18.3 ppg Justine Seeley, Benton, 6-0, Jr., 23.8 ppg Lauren Wolosik, Pittsburgh North Catholic, 5-9, Jr., 13.5 ppg Mariah Ward, Monessen, 5-9, Jr., 20.9 ppg THIRD TEAM Mary Andrejko, Riverview, 5-8, Sr., 21.6 ppg Kayla Bates, Bishop Guilfoyle, 5-8, Jr., 12.7 ppg Ashlee Darby, Vincentian, 5-8, Sr., 14.0 ppg Jayni Webster, Country Day of Sacred Heart, 5-7, Sr., 15.1 ppg Brenna Wise, Vincentian, 6-0, Fr., 17.5 ppg Brooke Scott-Knecht, Liberty, 6-2, Sr., 19.9 ppg PLAYER OF THE YEAR: Malia Tate-DeFrietas, Steelton-Highspire COACH OF THE YEAR: Jeff Chisholm, SteeltonHighspire

B A S K E T B A L L NBA At A Glance All Times EDT EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division W L Pct Boston ............................ 30 23 .566 Philadelphia ................... 29 25 .537 New York ....................... 27 27 .500 Toronto ........................... 20 35 .364 New Jersey .................... 19 36 .345 Southeast Division W L Pct x-Miami ......................... 39 14 .736 Orlando ......................... 32 22 .593 Atlanta ........................... 32 23 .582 Washington .................. 12 42 .222 Charlotte ....................... 7 45 .135 Central Division W L Pct x-Chicago ..................... 42 13 .764 Indiana .......................... 33 21 .611 Milwaukee..................... 26 28 .481 Detroit ........................... 20 33 .377 Cleveland...................... 17 35 .327 WESTERN CONFERENCE Southwest Division W L Pct San Antonio ................... 38 14 .731 Memphis ........................ 30 23 .566 Dallas.............................. 31 24 .564 Houston.......................... 29 25 .537 New Orleans .................. 14 40 .259 Northwest Division W L Pct x-Oklahoma City ........... 40 14 .741 Denver............................ 29 25 .537 Utah ................................ 28 26 .519 Portland .......................... 25 29 .463 Minnesota ...................... 25 31 .446 Pacific Division W L Pct L.A. Lakers ................... 34 20 .630 L.A. Clippers................. 32 21 .604 Phoenix......................... 27 26 .509 Golden State ................ 21 32 .396 Sacramento.................. 19 35 .352 x-clinched playoff spot Wednesday's Games Indiana 109, Washington 96 Toronto 99, Philadelphia 78 Atlanta 120, Charlotte 93 San Antonio 87, Boston 86 New Orleans 94, Denver 92 Golden State 97, Minnesota 94 Milwaukee 107, Cleveland 98 Miami 98, Oklahoma City 93 Dallas 95, Memphis 85 Phoenix at Utah, late New Jersey at Portland, late L.A. Lakers at L.A. Clippers, late Today's Games New York at Orlando, 7 p.m. Washington at Detroit, 7:30 p.m. Boston at Chicago, 9:30 p.m. L.A. Clippers at Sacramento, 10 p.m.

GB — 11⁄2 31⁄2 11 12 GB — 71⁄2 8 271⁄2 311⁄2 GB — 81⁄2 151⁄2 21 231⁄2 GB — 81⁄2 81⁄2 10 25 GB — 11 12 15 16 GB — 11⁄2 61⁄2 121⁄2 15

AHL At A Glance All Times EDT EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA y-St. John’s ........... 71 41 22 5 3 90 227 199 Manchester ........... 71 36 31 1 3 76 191 195 Portland ................. 72 33 30 4 5 75 208 242 Providence............ 71 32 32 3 4 71 180 202 Worcester.............. 70 29 30 4 7 69 185 201 East Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA y-Norfolk ............... 71 50 18 1 2 103 254 173 x-Penguins.......... 71 41 23 2 5 89 222 205 x-Hershey ............. 70 38 21 4 7 87 233 203 Syracuse............... 71 34 27 5 5 78 229 222 Binghamton .......... 72 28 38 4 2 62 194 232 Northeast Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA x-Bridgeport .......... 71 38 24 3 6 85 219 208 Connecticut........... 70 34 24 7 5 80 201 195 Adirondack............ 70 34 32 2 2 72 187 198 Springfield ............. 72 33 33 3 3 72 201 221 Albany .................... 71 30 30 6 5 71 179 209 WESTERN CONFERENCE Midwest Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Chicago ................. 70 38 26 3 3 82 192 177 Charlotte................ 69 35 25 3 6 79 190 190 Peoria .................... 71 37 30 2 2 78 206 190 Milwaukee ............. 69 35 28 2 4 76 191 178 Rockford................ 71 34 29 2 6 76 198 214 North Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA y-Toronto............... 71 41 23 4 3 89 203 162 Lake Erie ............... 72 34 28 3 7 78 177 201 Rochester.............. 70 32 26 8 4 76 203 207 Grand Rapids........ 70 32 28 6 4 74 227 223 Hamilton ................ 71 32 32 2 5 71 172 211 West Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA y-Oklahoma City .. 71 43 19 4 5 95 205 166 Abbotsford ............ 71 37 26 3 5 82 178 191 San Antonio .......... 71 38 28 3 2 81 184 192 Houston ................. 70 32 23 5 10 79 187 192 Texas ..................... 71 30 37 2 2 64 211 235 x-Clinched Playoff Berth y-Clinched Divisional Title NOTE: Two points are awarded for a win, one point for an overtime or shootout loss. Wednesday's Games Bridgeport 3, Springfield 2 Portland 5, St. John’s 1 Worcester 2, Albany 1 Syracuse 5, Binghamton 1 Grand Rapids 4, Texas 2 San Antonio 2, Chicago 1 Rochester at Abbotsford, late Today's Games Milwaukee at Charlotte, 7 p.m. Texas at Peoria, 8 p.m.

H A R N E S S R A C I N G Pocono Downs Wednesday's Results First - $11,000 Pace 1:55.1 2-Artist Vista (Ja Bartlett) 6.40 2.80 2.40 3-Powerful Pilot (An Napolitano) 2.80 2.10 4-Major Speed (Ji Taggart Jr) 4.00 EXACTA (2-3) $13.80 TRIFECTA (2-3-4) $49.40 SUPERFECTA (2-3-4-9) $108.80 Scratched: High Street Second - $11,000 Trot 1:57.3 6-Ens Gliding Condor (Mi Simons) 15.60 7.20 4.80 2-Hogue’s Rockie (Ja Morrill Jr) 2.40 2.20 5-Casanova Lindy (An McCarthy) 3.20 EXACTA (6-2) $40.40 TRIFECTA (6-2-5) $152.60 SUPERFECTA (6-2-5-3) $266.80 DAILY DOUBLE (2-6) $29.80 Scratched: King’s Cavalier Third - $4,500 Pace 1:57.3 1-I’m Notbad Hanover (Ge Napolitano Jr) 4.80 3.60 2.20 3-Passion Starlet (Ja Morrill Jr) 2.40 2.10 6-Bigtime Hanover (Mi Simons) 3.20 EXACTA (1-3) $10.80 TRIFECTA (1-3-6) $71.00 SUPERFECTA (1-3-6-5) $333.20 Fourth - $11,000 Trot 1:57.0 2-Apollo Blue Chip (An McCarthy) 3.40 2.60 2.10 6-Blokbuster Hanover (Ja Morrill Jr) 3.00 2.80 1-Iain’tnomomaluke (Ty Buter) 2.60 EXACTA (2-6) $18.00 TRIFECTA (2-6-1) $45.00 SUPERFECTA (2-6-1-5) $129.80 10 CENT SUPERFECTA (10 Cent 2-6-1-5) $6.49 Fifth - $9,500 Pace 1:57.3 3-All Star Player (Ty Buter) 6.00 3.80 3.00 1-Paints Hall (Ro Hammer) 3.80 2.80 4-Check My Pulse (Ja Morrill Jr) 2.40 EXACTA (3-1) $28.20 TRIFECTA (3-1-4) $60.40 SUPERFECTA (3-1-4-5) $164.60 PICK 3 (1-2-3) $199.60 Sixth - $11,000 Trot 1:56.1 5-Habanero (Ty Buter) 21.00 9.20 4.00 8-Keepin The Chips (Er Carlson) 5.80 4.00 2-Florida Mac Attack (An Napolitano) 8.40 EXACTA (5-8) $104.00 TRIFECTA (5-8-2) $1,343.20 SUPERFECTA (5-8-2-3) $3,997.20 10 CENT SUPERFECTA (10 Cent 5-8-2-3) $199.86 Seventh - $8,500 Pace 1:53.3 5-Five Star Gazer (La Stalbaum) 7.40 4.60 3.00 7-Mysteriosa Hanover (Ja Morrill Jr) 4.20 2.80 3-Bigdreamsnhihopes (Ge Napolitano Jr) 2.60 EXACTA (5-7) $22.60 TRIFECTA (5-7-3) $43.40 SUPERFECTA (5-7-3-6) $181.80 Eighth - $15,000 Pace 1:53.2 3-Cruzin Angel (An Miller) 3.40 2.10 2.10 2-Southwind Trini (Ja Morrill Jr) 2.40 2.60 7-Princess Bliss (Br Simpson) 4.00 EXACTA (3-2) $7.40 TRIFECTA (3-2-7) $18.00 SUPERFECTA (3-2-7-4) $34.20 10 CENT SUPERFECTA (10 Cent 3-2-7-4) $1.71 Scratched: Highly Thought Of, Another Hanover Ninth - $11,000 Pace 1:53.4 6-Oriental Carpet (Mi Simons) 102.00 19.60 7.00 5-Saulsbrooks Fame (Jo Pavia Jr) 2.80 2.10 3-Finn Man (Ja Bartlett) 4.40 EXACTA (6-5) $255.00 TRIFECTA (6-5-3) $1,299.40 SUPERFECTA (6-5-3-1) $23,792.00 PICK 4 (5-5-(3,6,8)-6 (3 Out of 4)) $188.20 Scratched: Unicorn Hanover Tenth - $15,000 Pace 1:54.4 5-Just A Glimpse (An Miller) 2.10 2.10 2.10 4-My Deal (Ja Morrill Jr) 3.80 2.20 7-Arodasi (Jo Pavia Jr) 2.20 EXACTA (5-4) $6.00 TRIFECTA (5-4-7) $14.80 SUPERFECTA (5-4-7-2) $70.60 10 CENT SUPERFECTA (10 Cent 5-4-7-2) $3.53 Eleventh - $13,000 Trot 1:55.4 8-Speed Bomb (Ma Kakaley) 6.40 3.00 2.40 7-Bank President (Ge Napolitano Jr) 2.60 2.10 4-Vivid Photo (Ro Hammer) 2.20 EXACTA (8-7) $12.40 TRIFECTA (8-7-4) $55.20 SUPERFECTA (8-7-4-1) $261.20 Scratched: Iron Will

H O C K E Y NHL At A Glance All Times EDT EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division GP W L OT Pts z-N.Y. Rangers........... 80 51 22 7 109 x-Pittsburgh ................ 80 49 25 6 104 x-Philadelphia............. 80 46 25 9 101 x-New Jersey.............. 80 46 28 6 98 N.Y. Islanders ............. 80 33 36 11 77 Northeast Division GP W L OT Pts y-Boston ...................... 80 47 29 4 98 x-Ottawa....................... 80 41 29 10 92 Buffalo.......................... 80 39 31 10 88 Toronto ........................ 80 34 36 10 78 Montreal....................... 80 30 35 15 75 Southeast Division GP W L OT Pts Florida .......................... 80 37 25 18 92 Washington ................. 80 40 32 8 88 Winnipeg...................... 80 37 34 9 83 Tampa Bay................... 80 37 36 7 81 Carolina ....................... 80 32 32 16 80 WESTERN CONFERENCE Central Division GP W L OT Pts y-St. Louis ................... 80 48 21 11 107 x-Detroit....................... 80 48 27 5 101 x-Nashville .................. 80 46 26 8 100 x-Chicago.................... 80 44 26 10 98 Columbus.................... 80 27 46 7 61 Northwest Division GP W L OT Pts y-Vancouver................ 80 50 21 9 109 Colorado...................... 80 41 33 6 88 Calgary ........................ 80 35 29 16 86 Minnesota ................... 80 34 35 11 79

Edmonton.................... 80 32 39 9 73 210 233 Pacific Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Los Angeles ................ 80 40 27 13 93 187 170 Phoenix........................ 80 40 27 13 93 208 202 San Jose ...................... 80 41 29 10 92 219 203 Dallas ........................... 80 42 33 5 89 209 217 Anaheim ...................... 80 33 35 12 78 199 224 NOTE: Two points for a win, one point for overtime loss. x-clinched playoff spot y-clinched division z-clinched conference Wednesday's Games Detroit 3, St. Louis 2, SO Montreal 5, Tampa Bay 2 Today's Games Tampa Bay at Toronto, 7 p.m. Winnipeg at N.Y. Islanders, 7 p.m. Buffalo at Philadelphia, 7 p.m. N.Y. Rangers at Pittsburgh, 7 p.m. Florida at Washington, 7 p.m. Montreal at Carolina, 7 p.m. Boston at Ottawa, 7:30 p.m. New Jersey at Detroit, 7:30 p.m. Dallas at Nashville, 8 p.m. Chicago at Minnesota, 8 p.m. Columbus at Colorado, 9 p.m. Vancouver at Calgary, 9 p.m. Anaheim at Edmonton, 9:30 p.m. San Jose at Los Angeles, 10:30 p.m.

GF 223 273 260 222 195

GA 178 217 227 206 244

GF 262 246 214 227 207

GA 198 233 224 258 223

GF 197 214 218 229 210

GA 222 227 237 275 238

GF 206 245 229 244 190

GA 159 198 209 234 257

GF 244 205 194 174

GA 195 209 222 221

Twelfth - $15,000 Pace 1:54.3 5-Ooh Bad Shark (Ja Morrill Jr) 4.20 2.40 2.10 7-Gottaseeaboutagirl (Da Miller) 2.40 2.10 2-No Faultz (Ja Bartlett) 3.40 EXACTA (5-7) $5.80 TRIFECTA (5-7-2) $28.40 SUPERFECTA (5-7-2-3) $293.60 10 CENT SUPERFECTA (10 Cent 5-7-2-3) $14.68 PICK 3 (5-8-5) $23.60

BULLETIN BOARD MEETINGS The Monday Night Golf League of the North End Slovak Citizens Club will hold a team selection meeting at 7 p.m. on April 9 in the club’s meeting hall. All league members are asked to attend. League play will begin on Monday, April 16 at 4 p.m. at the Hollenbach Country Club. Contact Rick at 570-817-3999 for more information. The Luzerne County Federation of Sportsmen will meet Monday, April 9 at 7:30 p.m. at American Legion Post 609, on the corner of Lee Park Ave. and St. Mary’s Rd. Club delegates are urged to attend and interested sportsmen are cordially invited. The Hollenback Thursday Night Women’s Golf League will hold an organizational meeting on Thursday, April 12th at 5:30 p.m. at the clubhouse. First day of play is April 19th. New members are being accepted. If there are any questions contact Donna Zapotek at 570-696-0424. The Wyoming Valley West Baseball Booster Club will meet Monday, April 9 at 7 p.m. at Murphy’s Pub in Swoyersville. Parents of all players are encouraged to attend. The County Line Girls Softball League will have a scheduling meeting on Wednesday, April 11 starting at 6 p.m. at the Dupont Boro Building. Softball team coaches from ponyball to 17u are asked to attend. For more information, call Bob Cappelloni at 881-8744. The Swoyersville Little League will hold a field cleanup on Saturday from 8 a.m. – noon at the Hemlock Street field. All managers, coaches, players and families are encouraged to attend as little or as much as possible. There will also be a mandatory Managers meeting at 9 a.m. REGISTRATION/TRYOUTS Mountain Legion Baseball will hold tryouts for the youth (age 14-15) team on Saturday from 4-6 p.m. at Veterans Field. Prep (13) and senior team tryouts will be held this Sunday and Sunday, April 22, from 6:30-8 p.m. at Veterans Field. For more information, visit www.leaguelineup.com/mountainlegionbaseball. Next Level Baseball/Softball Training Facility, in Kingston, will hold a four-week hitting clinic every Sunday starting Sunday and ending May 6. Sessions will be one hour, with six players per session. Sessions will run from 5-9 p.m. Cost is $100. Call Jim at 704-6255 to schedule. The Stan Waleski Basketball Camp is still accepting registrations and will be held at the St. Joseph’s Oblates gym in Laflin July 7-27 for boys and girls in grades K through 8. The camp stresses fundamentals, skills, competitions, team play and fun with all players receiving a camp T-shirt and certificate. The camp features a discount for players registering prior to May 1. For camp information, call Coach Waleski at 457 - 1206 or Coach LoBrutto at 654 - 8030. Interested players can e-mail stanwaleski@yahoo.com. UPCOMING EVENTS Dupont Softball/T-ball Opening Day is Sunday at the Dupont Lions field, 200 Elm St. in Dupont. Ceremonies start at 1 p.m. followed by one inning exhibition games, weather permitting. Team pictures are to be taken throughout the day, weather permitting. Check the website at http://dupontsoftball.clubspaces for more information. West Pittston Little League will be hosting its Annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 7, at 11:30 a.m. at the West Pittston Little League Fields. The Easter Egg Hunt is for children 10 years old and under. The event will be held rain or shine. The 5th Annual Susquehanna Warrior Trail 5K race / fun walk will be held Saturday, April 7 at 10:15 a.m. in Shickshinny. Registration will be from 9-10 a.m. at the playground pavilion, located at Oak and North Canal streets. Proceeds will benefit the Susquehanna Warrior Trail. For information, contact Max Furek at 542-7946 or jungle@epix.net. Applications can also be downloaded at www.susquehannawarriortrail.org. Holy Redeemer Baseball will host its Fifth Annual Friendship Night fundraiser on Friday, April 13 from 7 – 9 p.m. at Senunas’, 133 N. Main St., Wilkes Barre. The public is invited to attend. Proceeds will benefit members of the Holy Redeemer baseball team. Bulletin Board items will not be accepted over the telephone. Items may be faxed to 831-7319, emailed to tlsports@timesleader.com or dropped off at the Times Leader or mailed to Times Leader, c/o Sports, 15 N, Main St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0250.

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COLLEGE ROUNDUP

HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS SOCCER

Sister power

Milestones reached on diamond The Times Leader staff

SWOYERSVILLE – Gabe Noyalis drove in seven runs and went 3-for-4 to lead Misericordia team to a 12-2 win over Wilkes on Wednesday in a Freedom Conference baseball game at Roosevelt Field. With the victory, Cougars head coach Pete Egbert earned his 200th career win. For the Colonels, senior Matt Ruch went 1-for-3, which was hit No. 186 of his career to become the school’s all-time hits leader. King’s 26, Baptist Bible 18

Brian Mikus paced the King’s offense going 4-for-6 with five RBI and four runs scored. Rob Lemoncelli finished his day 3-for-3 with three runs scored and a pair of RBI. Sweeney drove in four runs and scored three more and finished 2-for-3.

MEN’S LACROSSE

Misericordia 20, La Roche 12

The Cougars extended their winning streak to seven games as Sean McGuigan and Andrew Reynolds had four goals each and Trevor Bodnar, Kyle Calabro and Nick Santillo had three each.

MEN’S TENNIS

King’s 8, Eastern 1

Chris Cozzillio, Tony Bevevino, Jake Rohring, Nick Conte and Andy Panzitta all won singles matches for the Monarchs. Cozzillio, Bevevino, Rohring and Conte were also part of winning doubles teams. Wilkes 9, Misericordia 0

The Colonels swept the Cougars behind two wins apiece from Alex Makos, Steven Wilson, Zack Telljohan, Clarke Freeman and Brandon Helfrich.

WOMEN’S TENNIS

Wilkes 8, Misericordia 1

Melanie Nolt, Ally Kristofco, Anna Mitchell and Alexis Donner were two-time winners for the Colonels.

GOLF

Scranton 385, Wilkes 318

In their spring opener, the Colonels fell at Glenmaura Country Club paced by Mike Daubert (86), Darren Mensch (91), Anthony Gagliostro (93) and Ian Waleck (113).

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Marissa Lercara (16) of Coughlin battles Kirby Smith (left), and Abby Wolfgang of Holy Redeemer for the ball during Wednesday’s game in Wilkes-Barre.

Lercara sisters lead Crusaders

scoring in the seventh minute off an assist from Bailey Novak. WILKES-BARRE – If any After a couple close misses – girls soccer team needed a jolt Katie Kennedy had a shot bang of offense, it was Coughlin. The Lercara sisters provided off the crossbar and Novak had hers picked off the goal line by it Wednesday. Redeemer defender Kirby Freshman Megan Lercara Smith – Megan Lercara scored scored the first two varsity again. She scored from just goals of her career and senior inside the 18 with a one touch Marissa Lercara added two off a pass from Summer Lentimore as the offense finally ni. awoke in a 4-1 victory over Marissa Lercara then made Holy Redeemer. it 3-0, taking a pass from about The victory was the first of the season for Coughlin, which 15 yards out from Nora Fazzi with about four minutes left improved to 1-2-1 in Division 1-A. But just as important was until halftime. The Crusaders came close again with about how the win was achieved. 20 seconds left when Ivy NulThe Crusaders, who played ton hit the crossbar from about for the Division 1-A and Dis40 yards out. trict 2 titles last season, had Coughlin dictated the pace scored just three goals in their throughout, outshooting Relast five games dating back to deemer (0-3) by a 27-3 margin. last year’s district playoffs. “We got a little more offense Despite the discrepancy, the Crusaders are moving cautoday, which is good,” Coughtiously as they head into a lin coach Joe Spagnuolo said. “We got one girl back from the non-conference game with York Suburban at 7 p.m. today injury list, so now we’re just at Wilkes University. one down which is a big help. “We scored goals,” Marissa We hope we can build from Lercara said, “but we can’t let this. Megan Lercara, though, got it get to our heads. We have to realize we can score the goals, Coughlin off to a quick start, By JOHN ERZAR jerzar@timesleader.com

that they’re not just going to come to us.” Marissa Lercara made it 4-0 with an 18-yard liner in the 50th minute. A shutout looked possible when keeper Amanda Sax made a diving save on a penalty kick, but Redeemer’s Olivia Zurad found the net with about eight minutes to play. Megan Phillips had the assist.

Holy Redeemer ....................................... 0 1 — 1 Coughlin ................................................... 3 1 — 4 First half: 1. COU, Megan Lercara (Brittany Novak), 7th min; 2. COU, Megan Lercara (Summer Lentini), 29th; 3. COU, Marissa Lercara (Nora Fazzi), 36th; Second half: 4. COU, Marissa Lercara, 50th; 5. HR, Olivia Zurad (Megan Phillips), 72nd. Shots: HR 3, COU 27; Saves: HR 22 (Emily Baker), COU 2 (Amanda Sax); Corners: HR 3, COU 5.

Berwick 2, Crestwood 0 Freshmen Briana Floryshak and Olivia Conklin scored for the Bulldogs in the second half to ensure a win at home over Crestwood. Keeper Sarah Wilczynski made 10 saves to record the shutout.

Crestwood................................................... 0 0 — 0 Berwick ........................................................0 2 — 2 Second half: 1. BER, Brianna Floryshak (Abby Takacs) 62nd min, 2. BER, Olivia Conklin (Caty Davenport, Takacs) 63rd. Shots: CR 14, BER 13; Saves: CR 10 (Megan White), BER 10 (Sarah Wilczynski); Corners: CR 1, BER 3.

HIGH SCHOOL ROUNDUP

Lake-Lehman wins Back Mountain shootout ed 20 digs and eight kills.

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DALLAS – Lake-Lehman closed out the match by winning the last two games to score a 3-1 win on the road over Dallas. The Black Knights won by the scores of 25-16, 25-23 and 25-23. Dallas won the second game of the match 25-22. Kevin Fine led the victors with 21 kills and four digs. Teammates Kevin Masters (10 kills, six blocks) and Zack Deran (six service points, seven digs) also contributed in the win. Kyle Moran led the Mountaineers with 40 assists and three aces. Aaron Weir totaled 30 kills and eleven blocks while Corey Schreffer notched 10 kills and five blocks. Holy Redeemer 3, Hazleton Area 0

H.S. SOFTBALL

Wyoming Area 3, Dallas 2

Serra Degnan knocked in the winning run with a two-out triple in the seventh inning, giving Wyoming Area a victory over Dallas in a Wyoming Valley Conference Division I East game on Wednesday. The Warriors trailed 2-0 entering their final trip to the plate. Lindsay Carey, though, tied the score 2-2 with a single that scored Nicole Turner and BILL TARUTIS/FOR THE TIMES LEADER Emily Wolfgang. Turner had walked and Wolfgang reached Dallas’ Aaron Weir right, and on a double. Kyle Moran go up for a block against Lake-Lehman’s Justin Degnan then knocked home Peloso in a WVC boys volleyball Kate Coolbaugh, who ran for match in Dallas Township on Carey.

Wednesday.

Crestwood 3, Nanticoke 0

Crestwood swept Nanticoke Holy Redeemer earned a win at home by the scores of 25-21, on the road with a sweep of 25-21 and 25-20. Hazleton Area by the scores of Nick Banos led the Comets 25-18, 25-17 and 25-19. with 31 assists, nine service Rob Wingert led the Royals points and five blocks, Jake with 18 kills, 17 assists and Prohaska added 12 kills, six eight service points while team- service points and two blocks mates Mike Morrison (eight and Pat Henry notched 11 kills. kills), Mike Prociak (seven kills Nanticoke was led by John and three blocks), and Brendan Pietryzk’s 17 assists, seven Leahigh (nine kills, three service points and three blocks. blocks, three digs) all contribLuke Casey added 14 digs and uted. 12 kills while Brian Bevan add-

Dallas ...................................... 000 011 0 — 2 Wyoming Area....................... 000 000 3 — 3 WP – Nicole Cumbo, 7 IP, 1H, 2R, 1ER, 2BB, 7K; LP – Taylor Baker, 6.2 IP, 8H, 3R, 2ER, 2BB, 9K; 2B— WA, Nicole Turner, Emily Wolfgang. 3B— WA, Sierra Degnan; DAL, Katy Comitz. Top hitters – WA, Turner 1-3; Wolfgang 2-4; Degnan 1-2, RBI; Lexi Coolbaugh 2-3; Lindsay Carey, 2 RBI; DAL, Comitz, 1-3.

Holy Redeemer 3, Crestwood 0

Stacey Warga shut out the Comets over six innings and Sydney Kotz, Danielle Rose and Alexa Shemanski all collected an RBI in Holy Redeemer’s win at home. Ashley Casem led Crestwood with three hits.

Crestwood .............................. 000 000 0 — 0 Holy Redeemer ..................... 100 020 x — 3 WP – Warga, 7 IP, 4H, 0R, 0ER, 2BB, 4K; LP –

Alyssa Davies, 6 IP, 5H, 3R, 2ER, 2BB, 3K; 3B— HR Warga. Top hitters – HR Kotz 1-for-2, RBI, Rose RBI, Shemanski RBI; CR Casem 3-for-3

H.S. TENNIS

Hazleton Area 4, Wyo. Area 1

The Cougars picked up the victory by sweeping singles with L.J. Sidari, Donald Tedesco and Kurtis Mieskowitz all earning straight-set wins. SINGLES: 1. L.J. Sidari (Haz) d. Davide Fanelli 6-0, 6-1; 2. Donald Tedesco (Haz) d. Trevor Alder 6-1, 6-1; 3. Kurtis Mieskowitz (Haz) d. Billy Gray 6-4, 7-5 DOUBLES: 1. Mauro Notaro/Anthony Sidari (Haz) d. Mike Szewczyk/Jon Scrobola 7-5, 7-5; 2. Nick Leon/Tyler Marinella (WA) d. Jose Arias/Nick Franzosa 6-2 6-1

Dallas 3, Coughlin 2

Blake Donovan and Tyler Tuck won at No. 2 and No. 3 singles, respectively as Dallas picked up the victory. Coughlin’s Greg Stankiewicz won at No. 1 singles.

SINGLES: 1. Greg Stankiewicz (Cou) d. Ryan McCarthy 6-2, 6-3; 2. Blake Donovan (Dal) d. Josh Stankinas 6-3, 6-1; 3. Tyler Tuck (Dal) d. Teddy Wampole 6-3, 6-0DOUBLES: 1. Zach Downs/Aleksey Gitelson (Dal) d. Ben Manarski/ Troy Bankus 6-1,6-1; 2. John Skursky/Ben Lenfosfsky (Cou) d. Steve Wempa/Brandon Scharff 2-6, 6-4, 7-5

H.S. LACROSSE

Seminary 18, Lake-Lehman 4

Kristen Mericle led all scorers with four goals and Ann Romanowski added three in Wyoming Seminary’s win at home over Lake-Lehman. Amanda Schwartz and Emily Granger each scored twice for the Blue Knights.

THURSDAY, APRIL 5, 2012

COUGHLIN Continued from Page 1B

Wednesday and struck out 11. In 14 scoreless innings, Featherman has 18 strikeouts and zero walks to help the Crusaders (3-0) take an early lead in Division I East of the Wyoming Valley Conference. Both Coughlin coach Moe Rodzinak and Pittston Area coach Paul Zaffuto talked about maturity when discussing Featherman’s impact in 2012. “I expected him to mature as a senior, but he’s matured this much early,” Rodzinak said. “I never expected it this fast. He’s taken on the role of a leader. For a junior, he’s one of the leaders on the team. I’m really happy with him.” Primarily a reliever as a sophomore, Featherman got a spot start against Pittston Area last April at Hilldale, giving up five runs on eight hits while taking the loss. Zaffuto said he saw a noticeable difference facing Featherman on Wednesday and he made sure to let him know how impressed he was after the game. “Last year we were in your head and you were easily intimidated,” Zaffuto told him. “You were affected by our cheering and our nonsense. But you’ve matured a lot. There were some college scouts here today and I’m going to talk to them and say I see a matured guy that really worked hard.” “Absolutely,” Featherman said of the change from last season. “I felt much stronger coming in this time. Baseball’s a big mind game. A lot of odds. You can hit the ball one time and then the next time up you strike out and look horrible. So definitely it’s just about working hard.” This time around, Zaffuto said, it was his hitters who were intimidated by Featherman, calling him “one of the better pitchers in the area.” The Crusaders fed off of their pitcher, who spread out the four singles he gave up. Three times he ended an inning with a strikeout with a runner on and a fourth time he got a double play to finish a frame. At the plate, Joe Parsnik continued a hot start of his own for Coughlin, finishing 3-for-4 with a pair of doubles and three RBI. The first double made it 2-0 in the fifth to give the Crusaders some breathing room. The second knocked in two more runs in the sixth to put the game away. “Oh, he’s on fire,” Rodzinak said of his senior shortstop. “Even when he gets out, he’s on the ball. His timing is really there.” Jordan Sod, Kyle Cunningham (RBI) and Kyle Lupas (double) all added two hits apiece for Coughlin. Josh Razvillas had two hits of his own to lead the Patriots (2-1). Five of the six runs against pitchers Chuck Bressler and Michael Schwab were unearned. Pittston Area

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Dylan Maloney threw a two-hit shutout to lift the Warriors in a tough pitching duel with the Mountaineers and Brian Stepniak. Both pitchers went the distance as Maloney struck out nine and Stepniak fanned four while allowing just four hits. Wyoming Area’s Adam Romanowski had the lone RBI of the game. Bart Chupka had two hits for the Warriors (2-1). Eric Zawatski and Domenic Oliveri each singled for Dallas (0-2). Dallas Wyoming Area ab r h bi ab r h bi Narcum c 3 0 0 0 Klimas lf 3 0 0 0 Patel ss 3 0 0 0 Carey 2b 3 0 0 0 Stepniak p 1 0 0 0 Maloney p 3 0 1 0 Zawatski rf 3 0 1 0 Grove c 3 1 1 0 Gately 1b 3 0 0 0 Chupka 1b 3 0 2 0 Saba 3b 3 0 0 0 Granteed ss 3 0 0 0 Brojkwski 2b 2 0 0 0 Walkovk cf 3 0 0 0 Stearns cf 0 0 0 0 Rmnwski 3b 3 0 0 1 Shaver dh 3 0 0 0 Klus rf 0 0 0 0 Oliveri lf 2 0 1 0 Romanlli dh 2 0 0 0 Totals 23 0 2 0 Totals 26 1 4 1 Dallas........................................ 000 000 0 — 0 Wyoming Area ........................ 010 010 x — 2 IP H R ER BB SO Dallas Stepniak (L, 0-2) ...... 6.0 4 2 1 0 4 Wyoming Area Maloney (W, 1-1)..... 7.0 2 0 0 2 9

Crestwood 11, Holy Redeemer 8 Shane Casey struck out 13 in a complete-game victory as the Comets held off a late rally from the Royals at Hollenback Park. Aaron Piavis finished 3-for-4 with an RBI to lead Crestwood (1-2) at the plate. Anthony Caladie, Jesse Quintiliani and Mike Sweeney each drove in a pair of runs. Redeemer (0-3) trailed 6-0 and 9-3 before pulling within 9-8 heading into the final frame. Cody Tsevdos (2-4, triple, three RBI), Pat Condo (2-4, double, RBI) and Eric Ringsdorf (2-4, double two RBI) contributed for the Royals. Crestwood

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Wyoming Valley West 6, Berwick 3 Tommy Alexander struck out nine and allowed just two hits in five innings of work to pick up the win for the Spartans (2-1). Matt Zielen finished 2-for-4 with a double and two RBI to lead Valley West. Nick Hogan, Evan McCue and Colin Harrison each had two hits apiece. Steve Kuchka had two of the five hits for Berwick (0-2). Berwick

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Hazleton Area 8, Nanticoke 3 The Cougars (2-1) picked up their first home win in conference play, topping the Trojans (1-2). Hazleton Area’s eight runs tripled its total from the first two games.

NHL ROUNDUP

Red Wings rally to top Blues The Associated Press

ST. LOUIS — Johan Franzen scored on consecutive shots in the third period to end Brian Elliott’s shutout streak after more than 3 1-2 games, and Todd Bertuzzi netted the lone goal in a shootout as the Detroit Red Wings rallied to beat the St. Louis Blues 3-2 on Wednesday night. Pavel Datsyuk set up both regulation goals for the Red Wings, who moved a point ahead of Nashville for fourth in the Western Conference with 101 points. Both teams have two games remaining. Detroit, over 100 points for the

12th consecutive season, is 9-2 in shootouts. The Red Wings handed the Blues their second straight home loss. Canadiens 5, Lightning 2 MONTREAL — Canadiens linemates Erik Cole and Max Pacioretty both scored two goals, and Montreal snapped a fourgame losing streak by beating Tampa Bay. Lightning star Steven Stamkos didn’t score, despite several good chances, and remained two goals short of 60. He will play in his hometown of Toronto on Thursday night and has two games left to reach the mark.

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were the only two players competing for a green jacket, much like the days of Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer. Far from it. “There probably hasn’t been a Masters with more legitimate chances,” Geoff Ogilvy said before heading out for a final practice round. “I can understand people seeing this as a two-man race, but it’s never been further from the truth. There are more horses in this race than ever before.” Luke Donald returned to No.1 in the world three weeks ago by winning at Innisbrook. He is one of eight players among the top 20 in the world who have won this year, a list that includes Woods and McIlroy, along with Hunter Mahan (twice), Steve Stricker, Justin Rose and Phil Mickelson, a threat at Augusta even when he’s not playing well. “And you’ve got a guy like Keegan Bradley,” Ogilvy said, referring to the PGA champion who won the first major he ever played. “Nobody ever talked about a Masters rookie with a chance. There’s more people in the conversation, isn’t there?” One conversation that was kept short Wednesday was Masters chairman Billy Payne refusing to discuss the all-male membership at Augusta National. The topic returned this year because IBM appointed Virginia Rometty its CEO, and the last four chief executives of Big Blue were invited to be members. “All issues of membership are now and have been historically subject to the private deliberations of the members, and that statement remains accurate, and remains my statement,” Payne said. Despite a few more attempts — including a tense moment when Payne cut off a series of questions by saying, “Thank you” — the focus at Augusta quickly shifted back to golf. Still fresh are memories from last year, when eight players had at least a share of the lead in the final round — McIlroy early, Woods in the middle, Adam Scott late — until Charl Schwartzel finished with four straight birdies for a two-shot win. It could be anyone this year — not just Woods and McIlroy. “Rory has never won here,” Lee Westwood said. “Tiger has not won here since 2005. So I think everybody in this room

would have to be naive to think it was a two-horse race, wouldn’t they? There’s more. I think Phil might have a little bit of something to say about that. Luke might. I might.” Adding to the wide-open feel is the weather. An unseasonably warm spring, which caused the azaleas and dogwoods to already lose their blooms, gave way to storms that dumped11⁄2 inches of rain on the course before dawn Wednesday and toppled a few trees, including one that crashed onto a restroom. Another storm arrived in the afternoon and cut short the Par 3 Contest, along with making Augusta National even softer. Mickelson said to brace for birdies in such soft conditions. His fear was that players could fire at pins, instead of thinking their way around a course that can require so much strategy. The forecast was for occasional storms the opening two rounds, followed by sunshine on the weekend. That’s all it takes to change the dynamics of this major. The greens are more receptive, yet a soft course also becomes a longer course. Soft conditions might favor McIlroy. Remember, Congressional also received plenty of rain at the U.S. Open last summer when Boy Wonder set the championship record at 16-under 268. “He plays without fear, which is a great way to play,” Mickelson said. “When you get soft conditions like at the U.S. Open, he’s going to light it up. And I think that he’s going to continue his great play. If he ends up learning this golf course, I think he’s going to win here a number of times.” Then again, that’s what Nicklaus and Palmer said about Woods when they first saw him at Augusta as an amateur and predicted he would win as many green jackets as they had combined — 10. Instead, he is stuck on four Masters. McIlroy will be playing with Angel Cabrera the first two rounds, a replay from last year. They were in the final group, when McIlroy shot 80 on the final day to go from a four-shot lead to a 10-shot deficit. Asked if he felt sorry for McIlroy going through such a meltdown, Cabrera said: “No, because when I play bad, nobody feels sorry for me. It was a shame, but I didn’t feel bad for him. I knew it was going to be hard for him. When we got done, I told him, ‘This is a tournament you can win many times.’ “

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The St. Louis Cardinals’ David Freese follows through on a two-run single in the first inning Wednesday in Miami. At right is Miami Marlins catcher John Buck.

Cards spoil Marlins’ park debut The Associated Press

MIAMI — The sellout crowd in the Miami Marlins’ new ballpark cheered the introduction of their starters, who were accompanied by women dressed as Latin showgirls. There was another roar for Muhammad Ali, who delivered the first pitch. Then Kyle Lohse and the World Series champion St. Louis Cardinals went to work, and the place grew quiet. Lohse held Miami hitless until the seventh inning and pitched into the eighth to help the Cardinals win the first game in Marlins Park, 4-1 Wednesday night. The Marlins’ new animated home-run sculpture never budged. It was the fourth inning before they even managed a baserunner, and by the time they scored in the eighth, they trailed 4-0. The crowd of 36,601 included newly retired Cardinals manager Tony La Russa, who quietly rooted for his former team from the press box. He watched Lohse retire the first 10 batters before hitting Emilio Bonifacio with a pitch. The runner was erased when Hanley Ramirez grounded into a double play. Newcomer Jose Reyes singled for Miami’s first hit to start the seventh, and Omar Infante scored the Marlins’ run in the eighth on John Buck’s double. Lohse went 7 1-3 innings, allowing only two hits and one run.

The right-hander led the Cardinals last year in victories and ERA but got the call for opening day only because ace Chris Carpenter is sidelined with nerve irritation that has caused weakness in his pitching shoulder. David Freese, the World Series MVP, had a two-run single in the first inning to give Lohse the cushion he needed. Freese and Rafael Furcal each had three of the Cardinals’ 13 hits. Jason Motte earned the save with a one-hit ninth to complete the four-hitter. Things were so bad for new manager Ozzie Guillen’s team that Marlins ace Josh Johnson recorded the ballpark’s first strikeout — but as a hitter. Johnson allowed 10 hits and three runs in six innings. The 2010 NL ERA leader was pitching for the first time since last May 16, when shoulder inflammation ended his year. Ramirez, making the switch to third base from shortstop, had an especially rough night. He drew scattered boos when he pulled up rather than dive for a grounder to his left, and he failed to throw out Furcal on a bunt that went for a hit. Ramirez also struck out with a runner aboard in the ninth to finish 0 for 4. Both teams began the season with a new look. The Marlins, anticipating better attendance and higher revenue in their new home, acquired three All-Stars in

an offseason spending spree. The Cardinals, coming off a thrilling late-season charge to the World Series title, lost slugger Albert Pujols to free agency and La Russa to retirement. La Russa visited beforehand with his successor, Mike Matheny. Also on hand was baseball Commissioner Bud Selig, who said his reaction to the ballpark was, “Wow.” Among the eye-catching features is the colorful home-run sculpture beyond the center-field wall, but the Marlins failed to activate it, although Giancarlo Stanton did send two flies to the warning track. Cardinals 4, Marlins 1 Miami ab r h bi ab r h bi Furcal ss 5 0 3 1 JosRys ss 4 0 2 0 Beltran rf 5 1 2 0 Bonifac cf 3 0 0 0 Hollidy lf 5 0 0 0 HRmrz 3b 4 0 0 0 Brkmn 1b 3 1 1 0 Stanton rf 4 0 0 0 Freese 3b 5 1 3 2 Morrsn lf 3 0 1 0 YMolin c 4 0 2 0 GSnchz 1b 3 0 0 0 Jay cf 4 0 1 0 Infante 2b 3 1 0 0 Descals 2b 3 1 1 1 J.Buck c 3 0 1 1 Lohse p 3 0 0 0 JJhnsn p 1 0 0 0 Salas p 0 0 0 0 Coghln ph 1 0 0 0 Rzpczy p 0 0 0 0 MDunn p 0 0 0 0 Motte p 0 0 0 0 Webb p 0 0 0 0 Choate p 0 0 0 0 Dobbs ph 0 0 0 0 Kearns ph 1 0 0 0 Cishek p 0 0 0 0 Totals 37 413 4 Totals 30 1 4 1 St. Louis ............................. 210 000 010 — 4 Miami .................................. 000 000 010 — 1 DP—St. Louis 1, Miami 2. LOB—St. Louis 10, Miami 3. 2B—Furcal (1), Berkman (1), Y.Molina (1), J.Buck (1). SB—Furcal (1). CS—Jay (1). S—Lohse. St. Louis IP H R ER BB SO Lohse W,1-0 71⁄3 2 1 1 0 3 1 0 0 0 0 Salas......................... 1⁄3 Rzepczynski H,1 ..... 1⁄3 0 0 0 0 1 Motte S,1-1 .............. 1 1 0 0 0 2 Miami ....................... Jo.Johnson L,0-1 .... 6 10 3 3 2 4 M.Dunn..................... 1 0 0 0 0 1 Webb ........................ 0 2 1 1 0 0 Choate ...................... 1 0 0 0 0 0 Cishek ...................... 1 1 0 0 1 0 Webb pitched to 2 batters in the 8th. HBP—by Lohse (Bonifacio). Umpires—Home, Ed Rapuano; First, Angel Hernandez; Second, Laz Diaz; Third, Ed Hickox. T—2:42. A—36,601 (37,442). St. Louis

Pettitte returns to mound in victory The Associated Press

TAMPA, Fla. — Andy Pettitte threw a scoreless inning in his first game since ending a oneyear retirement and the New York Yankees beat the New York Mets 8-3 on Wednesday. Many of the announced crowd of 10,813 at Steinbrenner Field gave Pettitte a standing ovation when took the mound to start the sixth. The left-hander allowed one baserunner, coming on Cory Vaughn’s leadoff single to right. Ike Davis hit his fourth homer for the Mets, a three-run shot off Freddy Garcia in the third. Dillon Gee gave up one run and four hits over five innings.

jols and Mark Trumbo hit tapemeasure solo homers and C.J. Wilson pitched four scoreless innings, leading the Angels to the victory.

seven hits in seven innings and Seattle won its final Cactus League game.

Royals 7, Padres 6 LAKE ELSINORE, Calif. — Diamondbacks 14, Brewers 3 Danny Duffy struck out seven in PHOENIX — Milwaukee slug- three perfect innings, helping the ger Corey Hart homered in his Royals to the victory. second game back from knee surWhite Sox 5, Astros 5 gery. HOUSTON — J.D. Martinez Athletics 8, Giants 1 hit a two-run homer and Brian SAN FRANCISCO — Josh Do- Bogusevic added a solo shot for naldson hit two homers and Houston. Chicago starter Philip Humber drove in five runs off Yusmeiro Petit, and Oakland avoided a Bay pitched four scoreless innings before Jose Altuve’s run-scoring Bridge Series sweep. double and Martinez’s drive put Mariners 7, Rockies 2 Houston up 3-2 in the fifth. Angels 8, Dodgers 3 SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — HecLOS ANGELES — Albert Pu- tor Noesi allowed one run and

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AUGUSTA, Georgia — Keegan Bradley doesn’t get all the fuss about being a Masters rookie. After all, he has a perfect record in the majors. “So I don’t think it’s that hard, to be honest,” said Bradley, who became only the third player in at least 100 years to win a major championship on his first try, doing it at last year’s PGA Championship. Bradley was, of course, joking. Augusta National is a beast for anyone to tame, let alone someone taking his first crack at it. Only three rookies have won the tournament, though Gene Sarazen was a rookie in name only considering he was already a sixtime major champion when he won here in 1935. No first-time player has won since Fuzzy Zoeller in 1979, though runner-up Jason Day came close last year, finishing two strokes behind Charl Schwartzel. But if any first-timer is going to make a historic run at the Masters, Bradley might have the best shot. He’s one of the longest hitters on tour, ranking 15th in driving distance, and that length will be a big factor. Augusta National plays every inch of its 7,435 yards and then some, and it’s nearly impossible to contend here, let alone win, without being able to boom it up off the tee. He ranks only 98th in fairways hit, but with Augusta’s light to nonexistent

rough, that won’t be as much of a factor as it is at other tournaments. And while his belly putter Bradley may not be aesthetically pleasing, it works for him. He’s in the top 25 in greens in regulation, and is fourth in scoring average. He’s also arrives at the Masters on a roll, finishing in the top 25 in all nine of his starts this year, including a tie for fourth last weekend in Houston. “This course does fit me very well,” Bradley said Wednesday, a day before the Masters begins. “I’m going to give up a lot of experience to most players, but anyone who plays well can win on any given week.” He should know. The 25-year-old son of a PGA professional in Vermont and nephew of LPGA great Pat Bradley, Bradley had made all of 23 starts on the PGA Tour when he came from behind to win the Wanamaker Trophy in a playoff last August. Trailing by five shots with three holes left in regulation, he made three birdies over his last six holes to beat Jason Dufner by a stroke. “Sometimes, when you don’t realize that if you miss this pin two feet to the left, you’re going to make bogey, you can go right at it and hit a great shot. I think sometimes it helps to your advantage,” Bradley said.

to have Magic Johnson’s touch, visit San Diego. Strasburg, one of baseball’s faces for the future, starts for the Washington Nationals against the Chicago Cubs. “Opening day — it is an honor and stuff,” he said. “But it’s not what I play for. You want to play for the games in October.” For now, that stuff is plenty. Especially for fans growing weary of watching their stars get hurt, wrecking preseason predictions and fantasy picks. The DL lineup from spring training could fill out an AllStar team: Chipper Jones will start his farewell tour in the trainer’s room, along with Chase Utley, Chris Carpenter, Carl Crawford, Michael Pineda and more. It was especially rough for relievers, with Joakim Soria, Ryan Madson, Andrew Bailey and Joel Zumaya having severe setbacks. Plus add the likes of Ryan Howard, John Lackey and Joba Chamberlain, who were already out. Johan Santana, however, is ready to start the opener for the New York Mets today when they host Atlanta. The two-time Cy Young winner was out of the majors last year while recovering from shoulder surgery. “I’m happy to have the opportunity to start the season from Day One with the team. That’s something I was really looking forward to,” he said. Buster Posey and Adam Wainwright are among the other big names returning from major injuries. Andy Pettitte is coming back, too, after ending his one-year retirement. Also on today’s schedule: Toronto at Cleveland, Philadelphia at Pittsburgh and Miami at Cincinnati. The rest of the teams open Friday. That’s when Pujols makes his debut as his Los Angeles Angels host Kansas City. The two-time AL champion Texas Rangers get a visit from the Chicago White Sox and new manager Robin Ventura, while the New York Yankees are at Tampa Bay. Colorado opens at Houston on Friday. The next day, Jamie Moyer starts for the Rockies at age 49 against the Astros — out of the majors last season while recovering from Tommy John surgery, he could become the oldest pitcher to win in the majors. “I’ve accomplished some things for myself, just knowing where I am and going through a spring training,” he said this week. “Now it’s all for keeps, so it’s go out there, be prepared and that makes it a little bit easier.” Rookies to watch include Tampa Bay lefty Matt Moore, who made a brilliant start in the playoffs, and Texas ace Yu Darvish, the Japanese star who struck out 11 in a six-inning start in spring training. Still to be seen, meanwhile, are whether old pros Johnny Damon, Vladimir Guerrero, Hideki Matsui or Roy Oswalt will play a part this year in postseason race expanded to include 10 teams. Stars for so long, none of them had a job on opening day.

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Spurs record ninth straight win

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BOSTON — Tim Duncan had 10 points and 16 rebounds and the San Antonio Spurs won their ninth straight game, recovering to beat the Boston Celtics 87-86 on Wednesday night after blowing a 17-point, firsthalf lead. Duncan also stopped Paul Pierce on the final play, forcing him into a fallaway jumper that bounced off the rim at the buzzer. Danny Green scored 14 points, and Gary Neal had 13, including a 3-pointer with 2 minutes left that gave the Spurs the lead after Boston went on a 13-4 run to move in front. Rajon Rondo had 17 points and 11 assists for Boston. The Celtics had won five in a row. Pierce had 15 points and 10 rebounds, but he couldn’t ma-

neuver into open space after Boston inbounded the ball with 7.9 seconds left. Duncan stayed on him, forcing Pierce to step back near the top of the key for a floater that clanged harmlessly off the rim. Avery Bradley scored 19 points off the bench for Boston, and Kevin Garnett had 16 points, seven rebounds and five assists. Ray Allen returned after missing six games with a sore right ankle and added seven rebounds and five points, including a 3-pointer in the final minute that brought Boston within a point. Pacers 109, Wizards 96 WASHINGTON — Danny Granger scored 20 points, and Indiana won its third straight game, shooting a season-high 58 percent in a victory over

Washington. Darren Collison added 17 points and 11 assists for Indiana. The Pacers have won eight of 11 to move into third place in the Eastern Conference. Jordan Crawford scored 28 points, and Kevin Seraphin had a career-high 19 points and added 10 rebounds for Washington. The Wizards have lost eight of nine. Raptors 99, 76ers 78 PHILADELPHIA — Andrea Bargnani scored 24 points, DeMar DeRozan had 18 and Toronto beat Philadelphia for its third straight victory. Elton Brand and Jrue Holiday had 20 points each for Philadelphia. The 76ers have lost eight of 12 games to fall to seventh in the Eastern Conference.

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Philadelphia 76ers forward Andre Iguodala looks to shoot in the second half of an NBA game with the Toronto Raptors Wednesday in Philadelphia.

Hawks 120, Bobcats 93 ATLANTA — Josh Smith scored 24 points, Jeff Teague added 17 and Atlanta beat Charlotte.

HIGH SCHOOL TRACK & FIELD

Wyoming Area boys hold off Holy Redeemer The Times Leader staff

WEST PITTSTON – Wyoming Area won the final three events of the boys track and field meet against Holy Redeemer to earn a 84.5-65.5 win at home. Ahmad Bouie (110 hurdles, 300 hurdles) and Cody Schmitz (long jump, high jump) were each two-time winners for the Warriors. David Gawlas (100 dash, 200 dash) won twice for the Royals.

3200 RELAY -- 1. HR (Villani, Cudo, Ambrulavage, Frazee) 9:24, 2. WA; 110 HURDLES -- 1. WA Bouie 17.4, 2. HR Mark, 3. HR Kane; TRIPLE JUMP -- 1. HR Banas 37’7, 2. WA Lanunziata, 3. HR Wert; 100 -- 1. HR Gawlas 11.0, 2. WA Peoples, 3. WA Haze; 1600 -- 1. HR Kabcinski 5:12, 2. HR Ford, 3. WA Fillipak; SHOT PUT -- 1. WA Popovitch 40.2, 2. WA Burton, 3. WA Bartoli; 400 -- 1. HR Gdovin 55.4, 2. WA Hardine, 3. WA Pardini; 400 RELAY -- 1. WA (Hale, Boyle, O’Brien, Peoples), 2. HR; 300 HURDLES -- 1. WA Bouie 45.3, 2. WA Bone, 3. HR Kane; POLE VAULT -- 1. WA Flynn 12’, 2. WA Schmitz, 3. WA Lanunziata; DISCUS -- 1. WA burtch 116’6, 2. WA Bartoli, 3. WA Smith; LONG JUMP -- 1. WA Schritz 18’9, 2. HR Banas, 3. WA O’Brien; 800 -1. HR Sutphen 2:08, 2. HR Cudo, 3. WA Radzwilka; 200 -- 1. HR Gawlas 22.6, 2. WA O’Brien, 3. WA Peoples; 3200 -- 1. HR Ford 10:34, 2. HR Kabcinski, 3. HR Ambrulavage; JAVELIN -- 1. WA Smith 138’, 2. HR Martin, 3. WA Skursky; 1600 RELAY -- 1. WA (Peoples, Hale, Harding, Pardini) 3:46, 2. HR; HIGH JUMP -- 1. WA Schmitz 5’6, 2. HR Banas, 3. HR Wert.

Hanover Area 100, Meyers 38

Hanover Area’s depth was too much for Meyers as the Hawkeyes won 14 events, sweeping three of them, in a win at home. Carl Daubert (400 run, 300 hurdles, 1600 relay) was a three-time winner for the Hawkeyes, while Tony Dennis and Martin Steve finished 1-2 in the shot put and then flip-flopped to take first and second in the discus. Joe Arnone won the 100 and 200 for the Mohawks. 3200 RELAY -- 1. HA (Eck, Zapotak, Hodick, Kerestes) 12:17; 110 HURDLES -- 1. HA Williams 17.7, 2. MEY Brown, 3. MEY DiMaggio; TRIPLE JUMP -- 1. HA Clemons 40’3, 2. HA Eck, 3. MEY DiMaggio; 100 -- 1. MEY Arnone 11.3, 2. HA Daubert, 3. MEY Blake; 1600 -- 1. MEY Snyder 5:00, 2. HA Hawkins, 3. HA Hollick; SHOT PUT -1. HA Dennis 51’1, 2. HA Steve, 3. MEY Havard; 400 -- 1. HA Daubert 54.6, 2. HA Wolsieffer, 3. MEY Labatch; 400 RELAY -- 1. HA (Westauska, Teniza, Cole, Lukachinski) 49.2; 300 HURDLES -- 1. HA Daubert 48.0, 2. MEY DiMaggio; POLE VAULT -- 1. HA Redmond 11’0, 2. HA McFadden, 3. HA Hagler; DISCUS -- 1. HA Steve 153’7, 2.

HA Dennis, 3. HA Schmoll; LONG JUMP -- 1. MEY Brown 19’, 2. HA Cole, 3. HA Clemons; 800 -- 1. HA Williams 2:13, 2. MEY Snyder, 3. HA Zapotak; 200 -- 1. MEY Arnone 24.0, 2. HA Wolsieffer, 3. HA Westawski; 3200 -- 1. HA Hawkins 11:53, 2. HA Eck, HA Temperine; JAVELIN -- 1. HA TOmko 158’8, 2. HA Dennis, 3. MEY Kropp; 1600 RELAY -- 1. HA (Westowski, Wolsieffer, Williams, Daubert) 3:49; HIGH JUMP -- 1. HA Clemons 5’6, 2. MEY Townes.

Lake-Lehman 113, Nanticoke 28

Lake-Lehman buried Nanticoke with 16 first-place finishes to earn a win at home. Jacob Bevan (1600, 800, 1600 relay, high jump) was a fourtime winner for the Black Knights while Zach VanLoon (3200 relay, 400, 1600 relay) contributed to three wins.

3200 RELAY -- 1. LL (Austin, Daly, Williams, Vanloon) 15:41; 110 HURDLES -- 1. NA Marr 19.4; TRIPLE JUMP -- 1. LL Novitski 36’8, 2. LL Dawsey, 3. NA Hallabaugh100 -- 1. LL Eury 11.5, 2. LL Kelley, 3. NA Balderrama; 1600 -- 1. LL Bevan 5:01, 2. LL Sutton, 3. NA Allabaugh; SHOT PUT -- 1. LL Jones 41’2, 2. NA Braccaro, 3. NA Stevenson; 400 -- 1. LL Vanloon 56.9, 2. LL Shaw, 3. LL Austin; 400 RELAY -- 1. LL (Ellenberger, Kelley, Dawsey, Poepperling) 48.1; 300 HURDLES -- 1. LL Eury 47.0, 2. NA Marr, 3. NA Balderrama; POLE VAULT -- 1. LL Pinkerton 8’, 2. LL Colletti, 3. LL Tranell; DISCUS -- 1. LL Jones 109’6, 2. NA Perez, 3. LL Hizny; LONG JUMP -1. LL Dawsey 17’10, 2. LL Novitski, 3. LL Poepperling; 800 -- 1. LL Bevan 2:18, 2. NA Allabaugh, 3. NA Bloxhan; 200 -- 1. NA Balderrama 25.7, 2. LL Austin, 3. LL Daly; 3200 -- 1. LL Sutton 11:08; JAVELIN -- 1. LL Bush 127’1, 2. LL Hizny, 3. LL Calkins;1600 RELAY -- 1. LL (Bevan, Eury, Vanloon, Ellenberger) 4:24; HIGH JUMP -- 1. LL Bevan 5’4, 2. LL Shaw.

Hazleton Area 112.5, Berwick 37.5

In a meet held Tuesday Hazleton Area defeated Berwick winning 14 of the 18 events.

3200 RELAY -- 1. HAZ (Watt, Pecora, Brennan, Steiner) 9:20; 110 HURDLES -- 1. HAZ Morales 17.5, 2. HAZ Chura, 3. HAZ Ventura; TRIPLE JUMP -- 1. HAZ Miinick 41’4, 2. HAZ Zarowsky, 3. BER Thomas; 100 -- 1. HAZ Campbell 11.5, 2. HAZ Barlow, 3. BER Steeser; 1600 -- 1. HAZ Fetterman 4:53, 2. HAZ Pecora, 3. HAZ Steiner; SHOT PUT -- 1. BER Harter 43’7, 2. BER Cardoni, 3. HAZ Schafer; 400 -- 1. HAZ Barlow 50.3, 2. BER Cope, 3. HAZ Pataki; 400 RELAY -- 1. HAZ (Campbell, Finnegan, Osadchy, Hischar) 46.1; 300 HURDLES -- 1. HAZ Ventura 45.8, 2. HAZ Morales, 3. BER Lee; POLE VAULT -- 1. HAZ Campbell 12’, 2. HAZ Radosta, 3. HAZ Cashman; DISCUS -- 1. BER Cardoni 121’3, 2. HAZ Finkelstein, HAZ Galzter; LONG JUMP -- 1. BER Steeber 19’7, 2. BER Thomas, 3. HAZ Zarowski; 800 -- 1. HAZ Minnick 2:09, .2 BER Cope, 3. HAZ Steiner; 200 -- 1. HAZ Barlow 23.4, 2. HAZ Finnicum, 3. BER Mejia; 3200 -- 1. HAZ Fetterman 10:42, 2. HAZ Picora, 3. BER Gurvara; JAVELIN -- 1. HAZ Kokinda 148’11, 2. HAZ Seigendall, 3. HAZ Piskorik; 1600 RELAY -- 1. BER (Cope, Thomas, Gregory, Hampton); HIGH JUMP -- 1. HAZ Hischer 6’2, 2. HAZ Osadch, 3. BER Steeber.

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Redeemer 112, Wyo. Area 38

The Royals swept seven events and won a total of 14 in a win on the road over Wyoming Area. Julia Wignot (triple jump, long jump, high jump) was a three-time winner for Holy Redeemer while Fallyn Boich won the shot put and javelin. Emily Shemanski won the 110 and 300 hurdles for Wyoming Area. 3200 RELAY -- 1. HR (Kusakavitch, Cruz, Ligotski, Vetowski) 11:51; 110 HURDLES -- 1. WA Shemanski 17.4, 2. HR Mirra, 3. HR Warnagaris; TRIPLE JUMP -- 1. HR Wignot 31’10, 2. HR Slavoski, 3. HR Williams; 100 -- 1. HR Mar. Kusakavitch 13.0, 2. HR Mel. Kusakavitch, 3. HR Ell; 1600 -- 1. HR Durako 5:42, 2. HR Ligotski, 3. HR Gill; SHOT PUT -- 1. HR Boich 29’9, 2. HR Nicholas, 3. HR Hilinski; 400 -- 1. WA Radzwilka 66.3, 2. HR Mirra, 3. HR Pikol; 400 RELAY -- 1. HR (Kusakavitch, Kusakavitch, Kusakavitch, Wignot) 52.2; 300 HURDLES -- 1. WA Shemanski 50.9, 2. HR Boich, 3. HR Mirra; POLE VAULT -1. WA Argenio 8’0, 2. WA Stackhouse, 3. WA Gregorio; DISCUS -- 1. HR Nicholas 72’9, 2. HR Desiderio, 3. HR Bell; LONG JUMP -- 1. HR Wignot 15’7, 2. WA Stackhouse, 3. WA Shiner; 800 -- 1. HR Cruz 2:20, 2. WA Radzwilka, 3. HR Mal. Kusakavitch; 200 -- 1. HR Mar. Kusakavitch 28.5, 2. Mel. Kuskavitch, 3. HR Ell; 3200 -- 1. HR Durako 11:40, 2. HR Gill, 3. Lagotski; JAVELIN -1. HR Boich 114’, 2. WA Kazmeach, 3. HR Desiderio; 1600 RELAY -- 1. HR (Cruz, Kusakavitch, Kusakavitch, Ell) 42.5, 2. WA; HIGH JUMP -- 1. HR Wignot 4’8, 2. WA Hiedacavage, 3. W Stackhouse.

Hanover Area 102, Meyers 47

Hanover Area won 13 events over the course of a big win over Meyers at home. Olivia Jendrezjewski (high, long, triple jumps) was a threetime winner for the Hawkeyes while Amy Viti (3200 relay, 1600 relay, 400) also won three times. Tess Sauer won the 100 and 200 for the Mohawks.

3200 RELAY -- 1. HA (Eichler, Makinski, Antall, Vin) 10:43; 110 HURDLES -- 1. MEY Konopki 17.6, 2. HA Peka; TRIPLE JUMP -- 1. HA Jendrezjewski 32’, 2. HA Maldonado, 3. MEY Quinones; 100 -- 1. MEY Sauer 12.7, 2. MEY Wilborn, 3. HA Keegan; 1600 -- 1. HA McGovern 6:12, 2. HA Kaminski, 3. MEY Martinez; SHOT PUT -- 1. HA Fine 28’10, 2. HA Saraka, 3. HA Earley; 400 -- 1. HA Viti 62.3, 2. HA Keegan, 3. MEY Springer; 400 RELAY -- 1. MEY (Sauer, Mahalak, Wilborn, Quinones) 54.8; 300 HURDLES -- 1. HA Maldonado 53.3, 2. MEY Runocki, 3. HA Pena; POLE VAULT -- 1. HA McPeek 7’, 2. HA Rogers, 3. HA Smith; DISCUS -- 1. HA Earley 92’4, 2. HA Fine, 3. HA Saraka; LONG JUMP -- 1. HA Jendrezjewski 15’4, 2. HA Mahalak, 3. MEY

Quinones; 800 -- 1. HA Viti 2:41, 2. HA Kaminski, 3. MEY Hernandez; 200 -- 1. MEY Sauer 28.4, 2. MEY Wilborn, 3. HA Keegan; 3200 -- 1. HA Antall 13:20, 2. HA McGovern, 3. MEY Kwok; JAVELIN -- 1. MEY Wolsieffer 90’4, 2. HA Saraka, 3. MEY Winder; 1600 RELAY -- 1. HA McPeek 7’0, 2. HA Rogers, 3. HA Smith; HIGH JUMP -- 1. HA Jendrezjewski 15’4, 2. HA Mahalak, 3. MEY Quinones.

Lake-Lehman 112, Nanticoke 27

Nanticoke managed only one first-place finish in a loss on the road to Lake-Lehman. Brittany Faux (110 hurdles, 300 hurdles, high jump) and Amanda Mathers (triple jump, 100, long jump) were both three-time winners for the Black Knights. Connie Medura won the pole vault for the Trojans.

3200 RELAY -- 1. LL (Lipski, Foster, Yoniski, Gromel) 15:40; 110 HURDLES -- 1. LL Faux 18.8, 2. NA Chalker, 3. NA Wisilewski; TRIPLE JUMP -- 1. LL Mathers 31’8, 2. LL Faux; 100 -- 1. LL Mathers 13.2, 2. LL Novitski, 3. LL Lindley; 1600 -1. LL Gromel; 2. NA Morgis, 3. LL LIpski; SHOT PUT -- 1. LL Spencer 29’5, 2. LL Runner, 3. NA Dougherty; 400 -- 1. LL Bartuska 69.4, 2. LL Lee, 3. LL Kimble; 400 RELAY -- 1. LL (Mathers, Novitski, McMonagle, Lindley) 56.9, 2. NA; 300 HURDLES -- 1. LL Faux 58.9; POLE VAULT -- 1. NA Medura 6’6, 2. LL McMonagle; DISCUS -- 1. LL Spencer 88’9, 2. NA Dougherty, 3. LL Runner; LONG JUMP -- 1. LL Mathers 15’4, 2. NA Medrua, 3. NA Swanberry; 800 -- 1. LL Gromel 2:51, 2. NA Morgis, 3. LL Lipski; 200 -- 1. LL Novitski 29.5, 2. LL Lindley, 3. LL Lawson; 3200 -1. LL Sabol 16:37, 2. LL Foster; JAVELIN -- 1. LL Spencer 111’8, 2. NA Gurzynski, 3. NA Dougherty; 1600 RELAY -- 1. LL (Bartuska, Kimble, Lawson, Lee) 5:22; HIGH JUMP -- 1. LL Faux 4’.

Hazleton Area 130, Berwick 20

In a meet held Tuesday, Hazleton Area swept the first nine events en route to a defeat of Berwick.

3200 RELAY -- 1. HAZ (Kozel, Paup, Maschetti, Buehrle) 10:37; 110 HURDLES -- 1. HAZ Boyer 16.4, 2. HAZ Sitch, 3. HAZ Petrone; TRIPLE JUMP -- 1. HAZ James 33’2, 2. HAZ Sitch, 3. HAZ Smith; 100 -- 1. HAZ Malone 12.9, 2. HAZ Franzosa, 3. HAZ Scatton; 1600 -- 1. HAZ Papp 5:57, 2. HAZ Boehrle, 3. HAZ Morchetti; SHOT PUT -- 1. HAZ Franzosa 30’2, 2. HAZ Cabrera, 3. HAZ Rodriguez; 400 -- 1. HAZ bachman 62.0, 2. HAZ Reed, 3. HAZ Willis; 400 RELAY -- 1. HAZ (Malone, Dedie, Sachman, Franzosa) 53.8; 300 HURDLES -- 1. HAZ Boyer 51.3, 2. BER Kotarsky, 3. BER Bower; POLE VAULT -- 1. BER Stourt 8’6, 2. HAZ Malone, 3. BER Whitenight; DISCUS -- 1. HAZ Perez 81’5, 2. HAZ Crawford, 3. BER Machado; LONG JUMP -- 1. HAZ Sitch 15’3, 2. HAZ Boyer, 3. HAZ Smith; 800 -- 1. HAZ kozel 2:31, 2. HAZ Machetti, 3. HAZ Plaza; 200 -- 1. HAZ Malowe 26.7, 2. HAZ Jamer, 3. HAZ Buehrle; 3200 -- 1. BER Leighow 13:14, 2. HAZ Papp, 3. BER Bull; JAVELIN -- 1. HAZ Franzosa 131’4, 2. BER Bailey, 3. HAZ Hencheski; 1600 RELAY -- 1. HAZ (Kozel, Reed, Willis, Bachman); HIGH JUMP -- 1. HAZ Boyer 5’2, 2. HAZ Smith, 3. HAZ James

Shortly after being named the MVP of the Wyoming Valley Conference Senior All-Star Basketball Game, Meyers’ Eugene Lewis said his focus would be solely on football. In particular, playing in the Big 33 Game in June and joining the Penn State program later that month. Basketball, though, popped up again as Lewis was named to the Pennsylvania Sports Writers AllState Class 2A second team. “I always go my hardest and try the best in everything I do,” said Lewis, who will play wide receiver at Penn State. “I’m just happy in my senior year to be on the allstate team.” It was a unique journey for Lewis, who was a Class 4A all-state selection in football this season. That was at Wyoming Valley West, where he started his senior basketball season. He transferred to Meyers and had the move allowed after an eligibility hearing before the District 2 Athletic Committee. Lewis joined the Meyers team in mid December and he contin-

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ued his excellent play from his basketball days at Valley West. He led Meyers with 159 rebounds and blocked 25 shots. He averaged 17.1 points in 20 games with the Mohawks, helping them to the WVC Division III and District 2 Class 2A championships. “I was at Valley West for three and a half years,” Lewis said. “I have great relationships with a lot of people there. I’ll always be grateful and happy for everything they’ve done for me.” Four players and one coach from the Lackawanna Conference also received all-state recognition. Holy Cross junior Josh Kosin was named to the Class 2A first team, while Crusaders coach Al Callejas was selected the Class 2A Coach of the Year. Riverside senior Jerry Kincel, the school’s all-time leading scorer, was chosen to the 2A second team. Scranton senior Malik Draper was picked to the Class 4A third team. Abington Heights sophomore J.C. Show earned Class 3A third-team honors.

Hopkins, Zdancewicz lauded by the press

By JOHN MEDEIROS jmedeiros@timesleader.com

Pittston Area’s Mia Hopkins and Wyoming Valley West’s Tara Zdancewicz took top honors in WVC Division I when the coaches’ honors were announced. They both earned statewide recognition when the Pennsylvania Sportswriters All-State teams were announced Wednesday. Zdancewicz was chosen for the second team in Class 4A and Hopkins also made second team, but in Class 3A. Hopkins, a 5-foot-11 junior, led the Patriots to a 17-7 record and the District 2 playoffs. She averaged 20.3 points, 14 rebounds, five assists, four steals and three blocks en route to the WVC Division I Player of the Year award. Along the way, she scored her 1,000th career point. “I was really surprised I got it this year,” Hopkins said of the all-state nod. “This season was a great season, but I don’t think we ended it the way we should have. We could have gone a lot farther. “But it opened a lot of doors for me, especially with the way everyone stepped up this year, especially with the two freshmen (Allie Barber and Liz Waleski) in the lineup.” Yet Pittston Area’s season ended with losses to Wyoming Valley West in the league title game and Scranton Prep in districts, leaving Hopkins with some goals

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for her upcoming senior season. “As a team we have a goal of getting a banner,” Hopkins said. “It was pretty awesome when it (her 1,000-point banner) had just come out with only my name up there. But we lost the league title this year. We don’t want that to happen again.” Zdancewicz, a 5-9 forward, averaged 17.4 points and 12.0 rebounds, and made 69.3 percent of her free throws. She, too, scored 1,000 points in her career. The senior was the Division I MVP this season. Despite falling one game short of a state tournament berth, accolades continued to find her. She was the MVP of the league’s all-star game last week and received a nomination to be a McDonald’s All-American. Other District 2 players honored by the state’s sportswriters were Montrose’s Dallas Ely, a 5-8 senior who averaged 23.7 points and earned a spot on the Class 2A first team, and Danielle Terranella of Mid Valley, a 5-7 senior who averaged 20.9 points on her way to a Class 2A second team spot. WVC honors During the announcement of the WVC teams, Wyoming Valley West’s Taylor Reilly was not included in the Division I honorable mention listing.

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Steamers GM, co-head coach Bucci stepped down during the season By TOM ROBINSON For The Times Leader

The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Steamers finished up their first regular season with a revised management lineup. John Bucci stepped down as general manager and co-head coach "about two weeks ago," according to team owner Joe Runco. Runco said he took over those

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reserve fullback Pat Zerbe, both of whom will be held out of contact drills this spring but should also be ready for the fall. For Massaro, he suffered his second torn ACL during spring practice in 2011 and missed the entire season. An ACL tear in the Blue-White Game back in 2009 also cost him that season.

duties for the team, which will open the Premier Basketball League playoffs tonight at the Lackawanna College Student Union against the Central Division champion Central Illinois Drive. Bucci was with the team March 15 for the first of three straight home games, but sat behind the bench instead of being on the bench as he was earlier in

the season. Runco said there are no hard feelings over the change at the top of the team. "I would like to thank John for everything he did for me and the Steamers," Runco said. "Without his knowledge, things would not have gone as well as they did. "He’s the guru of basketball in our area." The Steamers went 10-10 in

their first season, finishing second in the Eastern Division behind the defending PBL champion Rochester RazorSharks. Scranton/Wilkes-Barre finished the regular season Sunday with a win over Rochester, playing without head coach Dennis Mishko. Mishko was in New Orleans at the Final Four receiving an award.

Assistant coach Jonathan Kulas ran the team in Rochester after Mishko helped in preparation throughout the week. "Jonathan Kulas and Jeff Majdic took the team and did a fabulous job," Runco said. Ticket prices will remain the same for the playoffs -- $10 for adults, $6 for students and children 10-and-under are free. Runco said concession prices are be-

ing reduced for the playoffs. The Steamers play a best-of-3 series against the Drive. The games in Illinois are scheduled for Saturday and, if necessary, Monday. The Steamers would be home again April 12 if they advance to the championship series. Rochester plays the Sauk Valley Predators in the other semifinal.

Gilliam, meanwhile, did significant damage to his left knee back in September 2010 in a game at Iowa. His ACL and MCL were both torn. His patellar tendon and lateral meniscus were also injured and he suffered bone bruises as well. “I mean, I really messed up a lot of my knee,” Gilliam said. Good news was not forthcoming. After an initial surgery to repair his MCL in October 2010, a second was scheduled around

Thanksgiving. But an infection caused serious complications, pushing the ACL operation back to the following May and costing him his 2011 season as well. It wasn’t until January 2012 that Gilliam said he felt 100 percent physically, clearing him to practice for the spring and work with new coach Bill O’Brien. “It was king of surreal,” Gilliam said of finally stepping back out onto the field in March, even if it was just for a practice. “A bunch of guys sort of joked like,

‘Whoa, we’re not used to seeing you in a helmet and shoulder pads.’ “It’s good to get back out there and play again. It’s been a long time. I’m very happy and excited to get back out there and start learning the offense.” Massaro estimated that he was practicing at about “80, 85 percent” this spring and expects to shed his knee brace and be fullgo for the fall. Aside from knocking off some expected rust, both players said

the biggest hurdles so far this spring have been mental. “When I’m actually practicing, I’m not thinking about it and it’s usually fine,” Gilliam said. “But in the back of my mind there’s that question of, ‘Can I make this cut, can I make this block.’ “A lot of it now is getting that out of my subconscious, out of mind and building trust in what my knee can do.” Even for someone like Massaro, who has been through this same situation before, it takes

time to fully adjust. “There are definitely times where I feel like my head gets in the way more than my knee does,” Massaro said. “Sometimes I’m able to step back and say, ‘OK, that part was mental and the other part is a little bit of rustiness with my knee.’ “I know what I have to go through. It’s just an adjustment period. I just keep my nose to the grindstone and I know everything’s going to turn out all right.”

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Killer B’s attack

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Waiting for new stadium, Yankee players are ready for life on the road. By PAUL SOKOLOSKI psokoloski@timesleader.com

Yankees, and is at the forefront of their minds right now. “His stuff is first-rate,” Newman said. And Manny Banuelos isn’t far away, either. The 21-year-old lefty starter was 2-2 for Scranton/Wilkes-Barre last season after going 4-5 for Trenton, and appears set to follow Betances in the Triple-A rotation – if not to New York sometime soon. In his final minor league spring training outing, Banuelos struck out New York Yankees right fielder Nick Swisher. “That says something about our (major league) staff,” Swisher said, “when those guys can’t even make the team. He (Banuelos) is one of those young guys, Betances, the same thing.” “He really looked good,” Newman said of Banuelos. “He’s so far ahead of schedule, it’s crazy.” And the rest of Scranton/WilkesBarre’s starting rotation may drive International League opponents insane. D.J. Mitchell and David Phelps waged a

They believed they had risen to the very top of a minor league farm system of an organization widely regarded across baseball as the best. Yet, the Scranton/WilkesBarre Yankees are preparing for the worst. They’ll play a full minor league schedule without a home base, in front of someone else’s fans, in an array of stadiums they can’t call their own. They have been damned to a season on the road. “Obviously, the thing that jumps out is you’re going to be living out of a suitcase for three-quarters of a season,” SWB Yankees outfielder Austin Krum said. “You don’t really have something to come home to – your own bed. “That’s just a challenge.” All because Scranton/ Wilkes-Barre’s actual home at PNC Field has been condemned. Not literally, of course. But the parent Yankees and their Triple-A partner Mandalay have been craving a new stadium in Scranton/WilkesBarre since they moved their highest minor league affiliate there in 2007. And Lackawanna County officials have been groaning lately there’s not enough cash in the county coffers to cover much-needed repairs to upkeep 23-year-old PNC Field, formerly known as Lackawanna County Stadium. Both sides thought they found the perfect compromise. Lackawanna County agreed to renovate PNC Field this summer, with plans to remove the upper deck, build a beautiful concourse encircling the playing field and add surrounding seats as well as fan amenities. The start of that project has been delayed, and at least some of the proposed money to complete it is tied up right now in a legal battle in the court system. But the Scranton/WilkesBarre Yankees may suffer the biggest blow. They’re set to use six different sites to host International League games this season, but none of them will truly feel like home. “It’s hard,” said New York Yankees prized lefthanded pitching prospect Manny Banuelos, who will open the season with Scranton/WilkesBarre. “All my teammates and everybody in camp says it’s going to be hard. “But we have to do that, we have to take that.” The parent Yankees are making their minor leaguers take one for the team. But if they had their druthers, New York’s top executives would never draw up such a perilous plan for the organization’s top players who are preparing to help the parent Yankees someday. “It’s not something we would design,” said Mark Newman, New York’s senior vice president of baseball operations who runs the Yankees minor league system. “But it’s something we have to deal with, given the stadium situation in Scranton.” That situation’s grown cloudier, as the April1deadline to start stadium work passed without so much as a piece of

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Brandon Laird of the Scranton Wilkes-Barre Yankees throws to first base during Camp Day Wednesday in Tampa.

Young starters bolster SWB’s roster

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AMPA, Fla. – The tables have turned. Those sure-fire, can’t-miss prospects who have stood in the batters box for the Scranton/WilkesBarre Yankees over the past few seasons have now stepped onto the mound. That’s where most of the hope and hype now stands at the highest level of the New York Yankees farm system. “It has shifted a little,” said Mark Newman, the senior vice president of baseball operations for the New York Yankees who runs their farm system. Gone from Scranton/Wilkes-Barre’s batting order are top prospects Austin Jackson and Jesus Montero. Jackson, who was tutored through his minor league career by Yankees’ Mr. October Reggie Jackson although the

two are not related, spent the 2009 season at Scranton/Wilkes-Barre destined for center field in Yankee Stadium before he was traded away to Detroit instead. Montero played the last two seasons at Scranton/Wilkes-Barre as the heir apparent to New York Yankees catcher Jorge Posada, but just before Posada retired, Montero was shipped to Seattle during the offseason in a deal that brought promising pitcher Michael Pineda to New York. So the real stars for Scranton/WilkesBarre will be on the mound this season. That’s where the SWB Yankees will come at their International League opponents with a 1-2 punch of Killer Bs as they prepare to spend a whole season playing on the road while their home of PNC Field is scheduled to undergo a facelift this summer. Highly-regarded righthanded pitcher Dellin Betances went 4-9 between Double-A Trenton and Scranton/WilkesBarre last season. But the 24-year-old starter didn’t allow a run in five spring training appearances with the parent

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Getting to show just a start

Laird filled in for Jeter and Rodriguez last year, but has bigger goals going forward.

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TAMPA, Fla. – He pinch-hit for Derek Jeter and played third base in place of Alex Rodriguez. But Brandon Laird doesn’t want to just substitute for New York Yankees legends. He someday wants to be one. “I’m never satisfied,” said Laird, who will open his second season for Triple-A Scranton/ Wilkes-Barre today. “I reached my dream. I got to New York. “My dream now is to stay Laird up there as long as I can.” To accomplish that, Laird will have to become a little more consistent – from beginning to end. He came to the Scranton/ Wilkes-Barre Yankees with lofty laurels, in the midst of a huge 2010 season that earned Laird the Eastern League’s most valuable player and rookie of the year awards. He hit .291 with 23 homers, 22 doubles and 90 RBI for Double-A Trenton during that season, and it made the parent Yankees take notice. They put him on New York’s 40-man roster last year and placed Laird with Scranton/ Wilkes-Barre for most of the season. But after batting just .246 in 31 games for Scranton/Wilkes-Barre over the final six weeks of the 2010 season, Laird struggled mightily in Triple-A again at the start of last year. He recovered nicely, raising his batting average by nearly 50 points to finish with a .261 batting average with 16 homers and 69 RBI. But those numbers turned out to be some of the lowest of Laird’s five-year minor league career. “We thought he made adjustments over the course of the year,” said Mark Newman, the Yankees senior vice president of baseball operations who runs New York’s minor league system. “We wish he would have made them a little sooner. But he’s a player.” Laird showed that by shrugging off his struggles at the plate to win the Rawlings Minor League Gold Glove Award as the top defensive third baseman in the minors. He was also selected Baseball America’s best defensive third baseman in the International League after accumulating a league-best .968 fielding percentage. “We think he can hit. He’s really improved defensively,” Newman said, adding that Laird and fellow Triple-A catching prospect Austin Romine “are going to play in the big leagues. How soon depends a lot on what happens this year.” Actually, Laird’s more inspired by what happened last year. He spent eight games with the Yankees in July, then was a September call-up by New York. Laird finished with a paltry .190 batting average through the first 11 major league games of his life. But he drew a walk during his major league debut while pinchhitting for Jeter in a Yankees victory against Oakland. Later in that July 22 game, Laird singled home a run for his first hit and first RBI in the big leagues. The next day, he was in New York’s starting lineup at third base while Rodriguez was rehabilitating a gimpy knee. “It was just something I can learn from, a huge experience,” Laird said. “I’m around great players, players I looked up to when I was a kid. You watch them and learn from them.”

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Curtis said. ple-A year in 2011. He’ll be flanked in the outLaird also earned a Rawlings field at various times by Cole Minor League Gold Glove Garner, Austin Krum, Ray Award as the top defensive Continued from Page 6B Kruml and Dan Brewer. third baseman in the minors, Garner signed with the Yanand recorded his first big spring training battle to join kees organization as a free the parent Yankees’ bullpen as league hits and RBI when the agent after hitting 76 homers a long reliever. Phelps will be in Yankees promoted him to the and driving home 346 runs Scranton/Wilkes-Barre’s start- big league for the first time. over seven minor league sea“We’re going to have a great ing rotation to open the season. sons with the Colorado Rockteam,” Laird predicted. Mitchell is coming off a 13-9 ies organization. He was a .300 Before he heads to Triple-A, season for Scranton/Wilkeshitter for Triple-A Colorado Barre that wound up as the IL’s Austin Romine will open the Springs the last two years. season on the disabled list, second-highest victory total Power-hitting first baseman rehabilitating the back injury and earned the 24-year-old that cost him a shot at compet- Jorge Vazquez , who blasted 32 righthander the Kevin Lawn ing for the backup catching job home runs and drove in 93 Award as the Yankee orgaruns for Scranton/Wilkesnization’s minor league pitcher in New York this spring. Those guys may not have the Barre last season, was released of the year. late in spring training. The Throw in Adam Warren, who wow factor that Jackson and Yankees figured he wouldn’t be Montero possessed while at went 6-8 with a 3.60 ERA and Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, but as happy spending another seastarted 27 games in 2011, the son in Triple-A – a most of any SWB pitcher and New“There aren’t many minor league staffs of pretty good guess since Vazquez man looks at that quality. It’ll be interesting to see complained loudly Scranton/WilkesBarre and sees a who among them emerges. That’s a pretty about being sent out of big league minor league vergood rotation.” camp and to the sion of the Philadelphia Phillies’ Mark Newman, N.Y. Yankees senior vice president of baseball minors last week. operations The Yankees band of aces. signed Pearce and “There aren’t Cust late in camp many minor league to help fill that void in Triple-A. staffs of that quality,” Newman quality players, they’re both Doug Bernier is expected to said. “It’ll be interesting to see projected for success. join them in the Triple-A in“We’ve had a good run of who among them emerges. field, at least to start the seathose guys through there,” That’s a pretty good rotation.” son. But he really opened some That’s not to say the bats are Newman said. “But Austin eyes in New York by hitting bad in Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. (Romine) and Brandon Laird .360 in big league camp, and are going to be major league Late in spring training, the could be in line for a big league players. I think they’re both New York Yankees added macall-up if the Yankees need going to have good careers.” jor league veterans Steve backup help this year. When he’s healthy, Romine Pearce and Flemington, N.J. Also back for more infield will join Scranton/Wilkesnative Jack Cust to Scranton/ Barre and see if he can work his work will be old Scranton/ Wilkes-Barre’s roster as insurance policies for the big league way back into New York’s plans Wilkes-Barre stalwarts Kevin Russo and Ramiro Pena, who this season. In the meantime, club. both spent some time with Cust has 105 home runs over the Yankees signed Craig TaNew York during the past couhis 10-year major league career, tum, who spent the last two ple of seasons but seem to have seasons hitting .229 as a backmostly with the Oakland A’s, fallen out of favor as potential up with Baltimore, and aswith 323 RBI and 96 doubles. versatile backups with the big signed him to Scranton/ Pearce played 185 games club. Wilkes-Barre to help with the with the Pittsburgh Pirates Pena hit .273 for the SWB catching situation. Young over the past five seasons, and Yankees last season, while catcher Ryan Baker is also on has nine homers, 29 doubles Russo batted .279. and 52 RBI on his major league Scranton/Wilkes-Barre’s rosThey’ll try to help Scranton/ ter. record. Wilkes-Barre return to the In the outfield, Colin Curtis Neither hits much for averInternational League playoffs is trying to get his career back age, but both can play first after the team’s run of five on track. He missed all of last base, the outfield or be inseason recovering from surgery consecutive IL North Division serted into Scranton/Wilkesto repair a dislocated shoulder, titles was snapped last season, Barre’s designated hitter spot. which cut short his bid to make leaving the team out of the There’s more hitting postseason for the first time the parent Yankees as a fifth throughout the SWB Yankees since arriving in Northeastern outfielder in spring training a lineup. Pennsylvania in 2007. Hard-hitting Brandon Laird, year ago. “We want these young playCurtis hit .289 for Scranton/ the younger brother of St. ers to continue to develop,” Louis Cardinals catcher Gerald Wilkes-Barre in 2010, with 24 Newman said. “The wins and doubles and five homers, and Laird, is back for a second losses usually take care of had eight RBI and seven runs season at Scranton/Wilkesthemselves. We’ve had really scored playing in 31 games for Barre after overcoming a slow start to hit .260 with 16 homers the parent Yankees that season. great success there.” “Trying to get healthy,” and 69 RBI in his first full Tri-

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paint being chipped away. It’s unclear at this point when the stadium reconstruction will begin, whether it can be finished in time for the 2013 International League season or whether the Yankees would look for a more permanent home elsewhere for next year – as the league has suggested. “We sure as heck don’t want to be on the road again in 2013,” Newman said. Doing it once will be difficult enough. The SWB Yankees will play 37 of their home games on this summer’s schedule at Rochester’s Frontier Field, 10 more at Syracuse’s Alliance Bank Stadium and six at Buffalo’s Coca-Cola Field. Other Triple-A parks the SWB Yankees will call home this year include Lehigh Valley’s Coca-Cola Park (for eight games) and Pawtucket’s McCoy Stadium (for four games). Batavia’s Dwyer Stadium – a Single-A ballpark – will host the SWB Yankees for seven games. Can they even be called the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees anymore? With 60 of their supposed “home” games being played in New York state stadiums, the team has already been nicknamed the Empire State Yankees for this season. The Wandering Nomads might be a better moniker. “The other thing is, just the travel,” Crum said, expressing the players’ concerns. “We have six stadiums we’re going to call home.” And those are just the out-ofthe-way sites where the Triple-A Yankees will play when they’re not on the road. “Just something we can’t control, just something we’ve got to deal with,” Yankees third base prospect Brandon Laird said. “I think we’ll be all right. We’re going to have a great team. I feel like we can do it.” It may be easier said than done. Baseball teams traditionally try to hold serve on long road trips during a season, hoping to survive until they can recharge and relax a little when they get home. Only this season, the SWB Yankees won’t have even a semi-regular routine to look forward to. Because their home will be away from home. This isn’t supposed to happen in affiliated baseball. The last known Pennsylvania team to go through something similar was an independent league team called the Lehigh Valley Black Diamonds, who spent their entire 2001 season playing an all-road schedule while waiting for a home stadium to be built in Easton. The team’s financer ran out of funds, the stadium was never finished and the team eventually disbanded. But former Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Red Barons star Kim Batiste, who played in the 1993 World Series with the Philadelphia Phillies, was a member of that infamous Black Diamonds club. He told stories of guys on that team pitching tents for housing, being evicted from hotels when the team owner had trouble finding funds and scrapping for food when paychecks were late arriving to players.

“It’s hard. All my teammates and everybody in camp says it’s going to be hard. But we have to do that, we have to take that.” Yankees starting pitcher Manny Banuelos

The Yankees promise those horror stories won’t happen with their Triple-A club this year. “The Yankees are trying to do the best we can by our players in this circumstance,” Newman said. “We’re going to do the best we can to make sure our players are comfortable and can focus on baseball.” Some of them say it won’t be such a big deal. After all, baseball fields have the same distances and similar dimensions no matter where they are located. And most players aren’t native to their hometeam minor league cities, and rarely remain there once they move on. “I think it will be all right,” SWB Yankees outfielder Colin Curtis said. “Every game’s kind of on the road anyway. You’re not really from there.” But would the parent Yankees trust sending their big league players out there, to wherever their Triple-A club happens to be playing at a given time? Last year, New York star third baseman Alex Rodriguez agreed to spend a two-game rehabilitation assignment playing for the SWB Yankees at PNC Field in August. A month earlier, Yankees captain Derek Jeter insisted on rehabbing with Double-A Trenton. If a prime-time player in New York needs a few minor league games to get back into playing shape this season, the Yankees are going to have to think twice before sending him on a Triple-A assignment. “That’s always going to depend on what options are available,” Newman said. “Triple-A competition is a little higher than anything we have in Trenton. The negatives are, you’re going to have Scranton (playing) away, so we’re going to have that road/ home issue to deal with. “Hopefully, no on will get hurt.” As for the guys who have to spend a season riding baseball’s version of a carousel, a care-free attitude about it will be unacceptable. The parent club sees this as an opportunity for their Triple-A players to get tough. “They’re awful close to the place they want to play,” Newman said, “and they’re pretty good at staying focused. We want these young players to continue to develop. We want these young guys to meet this unique challenge they’re dealing with. It’s a chance for them to show their professionalism.” All aboard. The year-long ride into unknown is about to begin for the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees. “All these guys are ready for it,” Crum said. “At this level, it’s all mental. We’re really going to have to lean on each other for support. That’s the name of the game when it comes to adversity. If we can unify, get each other’s back, we can make it a positive. “No doubt.”

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While PNC Field in Moosic is waiting to get remodeled, Scranton/ Wilkes-Barre will play all of its home games at six other sites.

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2012 SEASON PREVIEW: YANKEES ROAD SHOW

Twenty one-year-old Banuelos could be N.Y. star

ESY, meet the SWB Crosscutters Williamsport’s Single-A team has unofficial name to lure area baseball fans. By JOHN MEDEIROS jmedeiros@timesleader.com

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After arriving at Scranton/Wilkes-Barre last August, Manny Banuelos went 2-2 with a 4.19 ERA in seven starts and earned a promotion to New York in September.

Young and gifted

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AMPA, Fla. – The first pitch Manny Banuelos ever threw to Nick Swisher was laced into center field for a single. The next time he faced Swisher, Banuelos struck him out. It was only a friendly intrasquad game in minor league camp of the New York Yankees, but Banuelos’ message was clear. Whether he’s facing big league outfielders like Swisher or Triple-A hitters while pitching for Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, Banuelos isn’t fooling around. “My best time was in big league camp,” Banuelos said. And the hard-throwing lefthanded pitching prospect didn’t want his time with the New York Yankees to end. “It was hard when they sent me down,” Banuelos said. “It’s difficult. I’ll get there soon.” Forgive Banuelos, who just turned 21 on March 13, for sounding a little impatient, but after pitching in three games and striking out four batters in five spring training innings with the parent Yankees, he yearns to be in New York right now. “He should,” said Yankees senior vice president of baseball operations Mark Newman, who runs New York’s minor league system. Instead, the Yankees will send Banuelos to Scranton/Wilkes-

Manny Banuelos just turned 21 on March 13 and began his career in the organization with the Gulf Coast Yankees at the age of 17.

Barre for more seasoning. He’ll team with righthander Dellin Betances, another heavilyhyped young starter, to give Scranton/Wilkes-Barre its most imposing rotation since Phil Hughes and Ian Kennedy pitched the Triple-A team to a Governors’ Cup championship in 2008. But neither has pitched much above the Double-A level, with both prospects joining Scranton/ Wilkes-Barre in August of last year. Banuelos went 2-2 over seven starts with the Triple-A Yankees, and finished with a 4.19 ERA. His pro career began in 2008,

when Banuelos went 4-1 with a 2.57 ERA for the Gulf Coast League Yankees as a 17-year-old kid. He followed that up with a 9-5 record for Single-A Charleston, but hasn’t been a big winner at the higher levels of the organization. His record was just 4-5 at Double-A Trenton last season, but Banuelos was impressive enough to be named a midseason Double-A All-Star. But despite pretty average numbers at Scranton/ Wilkes-Barre, he struck out 31 batters in 34 1/3 innings and showed uncanny composure in

making the jump to one level before the big leagues. “When they told me to go to Triple-A, it was good for me,” Banuelos said. “Hitters are different. They have more experience there. In count situations especially, they’re more mature.” But Banuelos is showing maturity beyond his years. He spent this spring working on a cut-fastball to go along with a heater that blazes into the high 90s, giving the guy who has 353 strikeouts over 345 1/3 minor league innings yet another weapon to put guys away with. Swisher, for one, was impressed. “Great stuff,” said Swisher, who’s played behind Banuelos in spring training games in the past but had never batted against him before their duel last week. “I’ve seen him for three years now,” Swisher said. “I know what he’s got, I know what he can do.” Now, Banuelos will try to show the Yankees he’s ready to do it in New York. “He’s a young guy, he’s 21, he’s like a college junior,” Newman said. “He’s so far ahead of schedule, it’s crazy.” But it might not be so farfetched to think Banuelos could just wind up on the mound at Yankee Stadium sometime this year. “I’ll just go to Triple-A and try to do a great job there,” Banuelos said. “And try to get up soon.”

“He’s a young guy, he’s 21, he’s like a college junior. He’s so far ahead of schedule, it’s crazy.” Mark Newman, Yankees senior vice president of baseball operations, on lefthanded starter Manny Banuelos.

It was a tough offseason for local baseball fans. We found out last year that the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees would play the 2012 season on the road – leaving Northeastern Pennsylvania without professional baseball for the first summer in 24 years. Then, as the pangs of loss struck the fans who saw spring training taking full bloom in Florida, the announcement came down that the Yankees would be rebranded as the Empire State Yankees. The team would officially be ours but would do so in disguise, wearing uniforms with “ESY” on them and playing on foreign soil in far-away places such as Rochester and Buffalo. That’s when a team from Williamsport offered its support to Northeastern Pennsylvania via Twitter: “@swbyankees unofficially change their name to the Empire State Yankees. @crosscutters now unofficially Scranton Wilkes-Barre Crosscutters. “@crosscutters ready to welcome any and all fans from the SWB area to Historic Bowman Field. You can ’unofficially’ call us any name you want” The Williamsport Crosscutters, a Class A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies, are officially courting area baseball fans. At 84 miles away, the Crosscutters are among the closest ball clubs to the region. “Our tongue was planted firmly in our cheek when we put that out there,” said Gabe Sinicropi, Crosscutters VP of marketing, said of his team’s unofficial name. But there is one thing that stands out about Williamsport’s offer to be NEPA’s team – the Crosscutters do fit the bill. In their sixth season as a Phillies affiliate, they offer a look at the future, as baseball’s top prospects funnel through the NY-Penn League. They also offer a look at the past, as their home stadium is the second oldest minor league park still in operation. “It’s the kind of ballpark that takes you back to yesteryear,” Sinicropi said. “You’re really close to the field in our box seats. No matter where you sit, make sure you bring your glove.” “Historic” Bowman Field opened in 1926. It once featured seats removed from what was later called Tiger Stadium in Detroit and the lights that were removed from the famed Polo Grounds in New York. Those have all been replaced in recent years as the stadium was modernized. At one point, it was even expected to be a temporary home for the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Red Barons as Lackawanna County Stadium was being built. Now, it’s being offered as a haven for fans of baseball in this area, an alternative to the Binghamton Mets or trying to get tickets to the oft-filled park in Allentown. “We haven’t announced our full promotional schedule yet, but we have fireworks every Saturday night,” Sinicropi said. “We’re going to have the Cowboy Monkey Rodeo coming back July 23. We have other appearances and fun stuff throughout the season, including the Phillie Phanatic coming here Aug. 1.” The Crosscutters also do a great job offering community nights for different localities. They haven’t had one in the past, but is there a chance there will be a Scranton/Wilkes-Barre night this season? “It would be a great idea,” Sinicropi said. “We haven’t had those discussions yet for our promotional schedule. “We don’t expect people (from NEPA) to jump up and buy season tickets, but we think it’s well worth a trip for a game or two this summer.” No word on whether or not the Crosscutters would wear “SWB” jerseys or hats if there was a community day for our region. Single-game tickets are $5-$8, and bonus books (10-12 discounted ticket vouchers good for any game) range from $48-$65. For more on the team, visit crosscutters.com.

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Scranton/Wilkes-Barre’s homes away from home Where they’ll play their “home” games

Allentown, Pa. Host: Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs Stadium: Coca-Cola Stadium Number of games: 8 All-time record at Coca-Cola Park: 20-12 (.625) First series: April 26-29 Other series: July 5-6; Aug. 29-30 Website: ironpigsbaseball.com Ticket prices: $7-$15 Special promotions include: Ryne Sandberg bronze statue (April 26); Bark in the Park (April 29); Distance from PNC Field: 74 miles Other things to do in and around Allentown: Have a roller coaster kind of day at legendary Dorney Park, or drive to nearby Easton for a colorful visit to the Crayola Factory. The DaVinci Science Center in Allentown is also a great destination for those with kids.

TAKE ME WAY OUT TO THE BALL GAME: WHERE TO GET YOUR BASEBALL FIX

Rochester, N.Y. Host: Rochester Red Wings Stadium: Frontier Field Number of games: 37 All-time record at Frontier Field: 98-102 (.490) First series: April 16-19 Other series: May 1-4; May 7-10 vs. Columbus; May 11-14 vs. Durham; May 28-31 vs. Toledo; June 9-11 vs. Louisville; June 26-29 vs. Gwinnett; July 16-19 vs. Charlotte; July 30-31 vs. Pawtucket; Aug. 2-5 vs. Indianapolis Website: redwingsbaseball.com Ticket prices: $7-$12 Special promotions: Red Wings day of week promotions appear to be extended to the Yankees, including a number of fireworks nights. Also, an Empire State Yankees jersey auction is set for June 29 Distance from PNC Field: 204 miles Other things to do in and around Rochester: The city offers some unique sights, including the National Museum of Play, the George Eastman House (think Kodak), and the Susan B. Anthony House.

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Buffalo 267 miles

Batavia 230 miles

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Other series: Aug. 20-21 Website: bisons.com Ticket prices: $8.50-$10.50 Special promotions: Fireworks (May 25) Distance from PNC Field: 267 miles Other things to do in and around Buffalo: Visit Frank Lloyd Wright’s Darwin D. Martin House Complex, an architectural marvel, or the Buffalo Botanical Gardens. Teddy Roosevelt was inaugurated as President of the United State in 1901 at Wilcox Mansion after the assassination of William McKinley. Pawtucket, R.I. Host: Pawtucket Red Sox Stadium: McCoy Stadium Number of games: 4 All-time record at McCoy Stadium: 85-112 (.431) First series: Aug. 14-17 Other series: None Website: pawsox.com Ticket prices: $5-$11 Special promotions: School notebook night (Aug. 15) Distance from PNC Field: 282 miles Other things to do in and around Pawtucket: A number of beaches are within an hour’s drive of Pautucket, including luxurious Newport and quaint Narragansett. Providence, Rhode Island’s capital, is minutes away and features the WaterFire exhibit on the downtown waterways and Roger Williams Park and Zoo. Other places to get your baseball fix Binghamton, N.Y. Team: Binghamton Mets

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Syracuse, N.Y. Host: Syracuse Chiefs Stadium: Alliance Bank Stadium Number of games: 10 All-time record at Alliance Bank Stadium: 106-90 (.541) First series: April 14-15 Other series: June 14-17; July 7-8 vs. Buffalo; July 14-15 Website: syracusechiefs.com Ticket prices: $8-$20 Special promotions: Not yet announced Distance from PNC Field: 139 miles Other things to do in and around Syracuse: The Rosemond Gifford Zoo is among the nicer facilities in the east. The Erie Canal Museum offers a unique glimspe into the ways of the past.

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Williamsport, Pa. Team: Williamsport Crosscutters Affiliate of: Philadelphia Phillies League: Class A NY-Penn League Stadium: Bowman Field Home opener: June 18 vs. State College Spikes Website: crosscutters.com Ticket prices: $5-$8 Promotions: Not yet announced Distance from PNC Field: 84 miles Reading, Pa. Team: Reading Phillies Affiliate of: Philadelphia Phillies League: Double-A Eastern League Stadium: FirstEnergy Stadium Home opener: April 5 vs. Portland Sea Dogs (DH) Website: rphils.com Ticket prices: $8-$23 Promotions: 70 promotional dates, including Harry Kalas talking bobblehead night. Also, team has a swimming pool and pavilion in right field; tickets are $21-$29 for the pool. Distance from PNC Field: 95

Lakewood, N.J. Team: Lakewood Blue Claws Affiliate of: Philadelphia Phillies League: Class A South Atlantic League Stadium: FirstEnergy Park Home opener: April 12 vs. Hagerstown Suns Website: blueclaws.com Ticket prices: $7-$12 Promotions: 69 promotional dates, including visits from Dwight Gooden and Bret "The Hitman" Hart, as well as Yo Gabba Gabba Distance from PNC Field: 162 miles

Wilmington, 139 miles

Affiliate of: New York Mets League: Double-A Eastern League Stadium: NYSEG Stadium Home opener: April 5 vs. Akron Aeros Website: bmets.com Ticket prices: $7-$11 Promotions: 71 promotional dates, including Game Show night and Office Space night, as well as tributes to Elvis Presley and Justin Bieber Distance from PNC Field: 66 miles

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miles Fishkill, N.Y. Team: Hudson Valley Renegades Affiliate of: Tampa Bay Rays League: Class A NY-Penn League Stadium: Dutchess Stadium Home opener: June 18 vs. Aberdeen IronBirds Website: hvrenegades.com Ticket prices: $8-$16 Promotions: Not yet announced Distance from PNC Field: 107 miles Harrisburg, Pa. Team: Harrisburg Senators Affiliate of: Washington Nationals League: Double-A Eastern League Stadium: Metro Bank Park Home opener: April 12 vs. Reading Phillies Website: senatorsbaseball.com Ticket prices: $8-$32 Promotions: 68 promotional dates, including 11 games in which 40-inch flatscreen TVs will be given away each inning Distance from PNC Field: 118 miles Brooklyn, N.Y. Team: Brooklyn Cyclones Affiliate of: New York Mets League: Class A NY-Penn League Stadium: MCU Park Home opener: June 18 vs. Staten Island Yankees Website: brooklyncyclones.com Ticket prices: Not yet announced Promotions: 38 promotional dates, including bat giveaways and 1904 replica Brooklyn jer-

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seys Distance from PNC Field: 130 miles Staten Island, N.Y. Team: Staten Island Yankees Affiliate of: New York Yankees League: Class A NY-Penn League Stadium: Richmond County Bank Ballpark Home opener: June 19 vs. Brooklyn Cyclones Website: siyanks.com Ticket prices: Not yet announced Promotions: 22 promotional dates, most featuring fireworks Distance from PNC Field: 131 miles Trenton, N.J. Team: Trenton Thunder Affiliate of: New York Yankees League: Double-A Eastern League Stadium: Waterfront Park Home opener: April 5 vs. New Hampshire Fisher Cats Website: trentonthunder.com Ticket prices: $10-$13 Promotions: 68 promotional dates, including Derek Jeter bobbleheads, Robinson CaGnomes and an all-you-can-eat night for every fan in the park Distance from PNC Field: 136 miles Wilmington, Del. Team: Wilmington Blue Rocks Affiliate of: Kansas City Royals League: Class A Carolina League Stadium: Frawley Stadium Home opener: April 13 vs. Frederick Keys Website: bluerocks.com Ticket prices: $6-$10 Promotions: 70 promotional dates, including SkyyDogs USA and Philadelphia Eagles cheerleaders appearances, as well as a number of children’s characters nights Distance from PNC Field: 139 miles

Batavia, N.Y. Host: Batavia Muckdogs (Class A NY-Penn League) Stadium: Dwyer Stadium Number of games: 7 All-time record at Dwyer Stadium: 0-0 (.000) First series: April 20-23 vs. Norfolk Other series: May 5-6 vs. Pawtucket; June 12 vs. Louisville Website: muckdogs.com Ticket prices: $7-$9 Special promotions: Not yet announced Distance from PNC Field: 230 miles Other things to do in and around Batavia: Batavia is a city of about 15,000 people. We can tell you that John Elway hit his first professional baseball home run at Dwyer Stadium.

Auburn, N.Y. Team: Auburn Doubledays Affiliate of: Washington Nationals League: Class A NY-Penn League Stadium: Falcon Park Home opener: June 19 vs. Batavia Muckdogs Website: auburndoubledays.com Ticket prices: $6-$8 (last year) Promotions: Not yet announced Distance from PNC Field: 140 miles

Buffalo, N.Y. Host: Buffalo Bisons Stadium: Coca-Cola Field Number of games: 6 All-time record at Coca-Cola Field: 54-66 (.450) First series: May 24-27

State College, Pa. Team: State College Spikes Affiliate of: Pittsburgh Pirates League: Class A NY-Penn League Stadium: Lubrano Park Home opener: June 19 vs. Wil-

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FirstEnergy Stadium in Reading has a swimming pool and picnic pavilion in right field. Tickets for that area of the stadium range from $21-$29, and include an all-you-can-eat buffet.

Aberdeen, Md. Team: Aberdeen IronBirds Affiliate of: Baltimore Orioles League: Class A NY-Penn League Stadium: Ripken Stadium Home opener: June 20 vs. Hudson Valley Renegades Website: aberdeenironbirds.com Ticket prices: $10-$14 Promotions: Schedule not yet announced Distance from PNC Field: 178 miles Altoona, Pa. Team: Altoona Curve Affiliate of: Pittsburgh Pirates League: Double-A Eastern League Stadium: Peoples Natural Gas Field Home opener: April 5 vs. Erie SeaWolves Website: altoonacurve.com Ticket prices: $5-$13 Promotions: Nearly every game, includes appearances by the Steelers’ Antonio Brown and the Penguins’ James Neal, and giveaways like Andrew McCutchen Dreadlocks Hat night Distance from PNC Field: 186 miles New Britain, Conn. Team: New Britain Rock Cats Affiliate of: Minnesota Twins League: Double-A Eastern League Stadium: New Britain Stadium Home opener: April 5 vs. Richmond Flying Squirrels Website: rockcats.com Ticket prices: $6-$20 Promotions: 63 promotional dates, including Robotics night and Funny Little People (from America’s Got Talent) Distance from PNC Field: 186 miles Hagerstown, Md. Team: Hagerstown Suns Affiliate of: Washington Nationals League: Class A South Atlantic League Stadium: Municipal Stadium Home opener: April 5 vs. West Virginia Power Website: hagerstownsuns.com Ticket prices: $9-$12 Promotions: 40 promotional dates, including Civil war bobblehead giveaway and Bryce Harper garden gnome giveaway Distance from PNC Field: 190 miles Frederick, Md. Team: Frederick Keys Affiliate of: Baltimore Orioles League: Class A Carolina League Stadium: Harry Grove Stadium Home opener: April 6 vs. Salem Red Sox Website: frederickkeys.com Ticket prices: $6-$14 Promotions: 67 promotional dates, including Lavar Arrington night and Monkey cowboy rodeo night Distance from PNC Field: 192 miles

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AC casino take shrinks Atlantic City’s casinos saw their gross operating profits decline by 7.4 percent last year, to just under $495 million. New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement figures released Wednesday show the 11 casinos operating at the end of last year posted a gross operating profit of $494.9 million. That’s down from $534.6 million in 2010. It was the latest discouraging news for Atlantic City, which recently lost its status as the nation’s No. 2 casino market to Pennsylvania.

By MICHAEL LIEDTKE AP Technology Writer

SAN FRANCISCO — Yahoo is laying off 2,000 employees as new CEO Scott Thompson eliminates jobs that don’t fit into his plans for turning around the beleaguered Internet company. The cuts announced Wednesday represent about 14 percent of the 14,100 workers employed by Yahoo. Yahoo estimated it will save about $375 million annually after the layoffs are completed later this year. The housecleaning marks Yahoo’s sixth mass layoff in the past four years under three different CEOs. This one will inflict the deepest cuts yet, eclipsing a cost-cutting spree that laid off 1,500 workers in late 2008 as Yahoo tried to cope with the Great Recession. The previous purges under Yahoo co-founder Jerry Yang and his successor, Carol Bartz, boosted earnings. But trimming the payroll didn’t reverse a revenue slump, which has disillusioned investors yearning for growth at a time when more advertising is flowing to the Internet. The cuts are part of an overhaul aimed at focusing on what Thompson believes are Yahoo’s strengths while also trying to address its weaknesses in the increasingly important mobile computing market. Thompson is betting Yahoo will be able to sell more advertising if it’s more astute in the analysis of the personal information that it collects from the roughly 700 million people who visit its website each month.

Service sector expanding U.S. service companies expanded at a healthy pace last month and stepped up hiring, more evidence that the economy is growing and adding jobs. The Institute for Supply Management said Wednesday that its index of non-manufacturing activity dropped to 56 in March. That’s down from February’s 57.3, which was a 12-month high. Any reading above 50 indicates expansion.

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Shown in the new Pella Products facility are employees, from left, Kimberly Narzarenko-Hon, Rick Henning, Tony Kobeski, Jim Hon, Jim Wolfe, Bill Dongas, Linda McIntyre and Gretchen Cordonnier.

Pella makes move By ANDREW M. SEDER aseder@timesleader.com

PITTSTON TWP. – Calling the company “a great anchor,” a Mericle Commercial Real Estate Services official hailed the decision by Pella Products Inc. to move from its Dunmore location and become the first tenant in a new 108,939-square-foot flex building inside the CenterPoint Commerce and Trade Park West. And it may not be the sole tenant too long. The locally owned direct-sales branch of window and door manufacturer Pella Corp.opened a distribution center, showroom and office headquarters at 345 Enterprise Way on Monday. “We believe the new location will give us more visibility, exposure and convenience for customers,” Pella Products’ local owner Bert Kriegh said. “The quality of the new building and the services

Drug spending flattens Spending on prescription drugs in the U.S. was nearly flat in 2011 at $320 billion, held down by senior citizens and others reducing use of medicines and other health care and by greater use of cheaper generic pills. Last year, spending on prescription drugs rose just 0.5 percent after adjusting for inflation and population growth, according to data firm IMS Health. Without those adjustments, spending increased 3.7 percent last year. The volume of prescriptions filled fell about 1 percent.

BMW edges Mercedes Bayerische Motoren Werke’s BMW brand, helped by a redesigned 3 Series sedan and a March sales increase of 18 percent, finished the first quarter with 36 more deliveries than Daimler’s Mercedes-Benz in the United States. Sales gains by both BMW and Mercedes last month indicate the battle to be the top-selling luxury brand in the U.S. will continue through 2012 as inventories and new products arrive in dealerships. BMW became the top-selling U.S. luxury auto brand last year after Lexus had held the spot for the previous 11 years.

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that Mericle provide helped us choose this property. This location provides us a good base from which to grow.” He said the move after 17 years from Dunmore’s Keystone Industrial Park was due to issues with the building, not its location. But when looking for new space, the Mericle site made the most sense. “We really felt this location was perfect,” Kriegh said. “Getting down closer to Route 80 helps us a lot.” He said access to the turnpike, Interstates 81 and 380 will remain convenient. The company signed a 10-year lease for 12,854 square feet from which its 19 employees will serve builders, contractors, architects and homeowners in 20 Pennsylvania counties. “We’re very happy that Pella, a company with a great reputation and decades of success in its industry, has chosen our CenterPoint West flex build-

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select Android tablets, but according to the website site (www.nextissue.com), an iPad App is in the works. The lack of an iPad app is surprising, given the content, but it’s possible they simply wanted to get Next Issue into the market quickly. It’s also an advantage that Google is restrictive on how Android applications charge for content, so Android is likely the more profitable platform, while the iPad market is more trendy and less competitive. Next Issue is a collaborative venture between News Corp., Condé Nast, Hearst Corp., the Meredith Corp. and Time Inc. and the management team is composed of executives from those companies. It’s an interesting model. They split

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the cost of the infrastructure, development and marketing but lose out on the higher revenue from individual digital subscriptions. They’re clearly after quantity: at $10 or $15 a month for all of those magazines, they’re more likely to get a subscription working together than individually. Whether that’s enough to offset the cost of the entire venture remains to be seen. The business model aside, if you’ve got an Android tablet, Next Issue seems like a great (and cheap) way to subscribe to some of today’s most iconic publications. Nick DeLorenzo is director of interactive and new media for The Times Leader. E-mail him at ndelorenzo@timesleader.com.

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oan and Peggy are back, and they’ve brought Marilyn and Jackie. “Mad Men” has returned for a new season, finally. It had been 18 months since Christina Hendricks’ Joan rounded the corner of Sterling Cooper Draper Pryce in a jewel-toned sheath dress. As “Mad Men” costume designer Janie Bryantsays,“It’sallaboutthebust,waist,hips.” We noticed. Bryant, who spoke to The Star by phone from L.A., said she imagined Joan as a woman whose fashion icons were Sophia Loren, Jayne

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From left: Christina Henricks, Elisabeth Moss and January Jones star in the AMC series ’Mad Men.’ From the moment the show debuted, a steady parade of Betty, Peggy and Joan look-alikes has appeared on the catwalks as designers interpreted their favorite looks from the early ’60s.

Facebook: a relationships barometer By MICHELLE MALTAIS Los Angeles Times

For everything, there is a season. And for every relationship, it seems, there is a status update on Facebook. The gatekeeper of most things personal these days took a look at when users seem to be hooking up and breaking up with all of those declarations of love. Using relationship data of U.S.-based users from 2010 and 2011, they evaluated how different times of the year affected the blossoming and wilting of relationships. The hot summer months appeared to have a chilling effect on relationship changes shared on the social networking site. “Across age groups,thesummermonthsarebad news for relationships,” the FacebookDatateamwroteinitsnote.“In 2010 and 2011, May through August were clearly lower than the other months of the year, suggesting the daily net change in relationships reaches a low during the summer.” February was a high time for new relationship revelations. That was boosted, the data team said, by the boom on Valentine’s Day, which showed the highest rate of relationship notifications — 49 percent more than splits. Christmas was Couples aren’t right behind it with 34 percent really couples more connecuntil they are tions boasted connected by on Dec. 25. And, as you status update, might imagine, even if they’ve April 1 showed been married a jump in relationship upfor decades. dates: 20 percent more relationship listings than splits. Of course, April 2 showed the most extreme move in the opposite direction, with 11 percent more “break-ups” than new relationships. The data team said they saw gains in relationship updates after the weekend, with Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday the biggest days for new updates. Relatively more break-ups were revealed leading up to the weekend, peaking on Friday and Saturday among older age groups. For the under-25 crowd, the weekly pattern had its low point in relationship updates on Thursday and Friday, followed by a slightly earlier weekend bump starting on Saturday. Certainly, Facebook’s data on relationships aren’t precise. Not everyone reveals their relationships immediately — or at all. And it’s a little amusing that the data team describes their data in definitive terms as relationships actually forming or falling apart, as opposed to those realities simply being revealed. I mean, do you really take the chance of prematurely announcing your relationship’s beginnings or endings, or do you let it marinate a minute before casting it in virtual stone on Facebook? It’s a big decision to make your private life public — or maybe not as much as it used to be. And we all know it’s not real until it’s on Facebook. Couples aren’t really couples until they are connected by status update, even if they’ve been married for decades. Really and truly, when it comes to Facebook and any revelations on relationships, we’d prefer to check “It’s complicated.”

Short-term prognosis for school papers By TARA MALONE Chicago Tribune

CHICAGO — The high school research paper, that academic rite of passage riddled with footnotes and anchored by a bibliography, has faded from many classrooms, a consequence of larger class sizes that leave teachers with more students and less time. Several high schools have dialed back the paper’s length requirements and instead emphasize the research process and weighing of sources, a critical skill in the digital era, teachers

say. Others skip the extended assignment entirely in favor of shorter, intermittent papers, while some allow students to showcase their research with PowerPoint presentations and Web pages. But students could miss out on key research and writing skills that help them succeed in college as a result, several historians and professors contend. “I figure if you write a serious history essay ... you’ve broken the ice of scholarship,” said Will Fitzhugh, the founder and one-man

force behind The Concord Review, which spotlights the best high school research papers. “But we’re sending kids to college without that experience.” Timothy Gilfoyle, chairman of the history department at Loyola University Chicago, estimated that less than 10 percent of his students wrote a history research paper in high school that drew on primary sources and spanned 10 pages. So to give freshmen a taste of historical research early in college, Gilfoyle assigns a 10- to 12page paper as a take-home final

exam in his freshmen survey class. He offers to read and edit an early draft of the essay for students willing to rewrite and rework it for their final grade. “They are less capable of writing long papers of 10 pages or more. It often requires more remediation on our part to explain and encourage them to submit rough drafts,” Gilfoyle said. Some schools are proud to have held on to the time-honored term paper. “I think the research paper is so See TERM PAPER, Page 2C

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Mansfield and, of course, Marilyn Monroe. “Thosewomenunderstoodthat fitted clothing looks best on them. It accentuates their assets, if you will,” Bryant said with a laugh. Peggy Olson (played by Elisabeth Moss) already has evolved out of the little-girl outfits she wore in the first two seasons as she rose from secretary to copywriter at Sterling Cooper. “We really see Peggy progress the most in terms of story and costume design,” Bryant said. So Bryant, who won an Emmy for her work on “Mad Men,” put Peggy in polka dots, plaids and Peter Pan collars, what she calls the “ultimate schoolgirl” look. By last season, though, she was wearing suits and smart dresses. Jane Maas, author of the new tell-all biography “Mad Women,” whose career took her from copywriter to creative director and agency president, is a real-life version of Peggy Olson. She entered the advertising world at Ogilvy & Mather in 1964. “It was the Jackie Kennedy era. Every woman wanted to look like Jackie. Not a hair was out of place. We wore those swingy coats,” she said. But things were about to change, and the first sign was the

HONOR ROLL MMI Preparatory School Thomas G. Hood, president, MMI Preparatory School, recently announced the names of students who achieved Honor Roll status during the third quarter. Grade 12: Caroline Bandurska, Paul Brasavage, Briana Cole, Mark Cole, Roderick Cook, Antonia Diener, Brittany Fisher, Tyler Fulton, John Gera, James Gliem, Paul Gronski, Morgan Herbener, Megan Kost, Michael Macarevich, Christopher Musselman, Balaganesh Natarajan, Vanessa Novinger, Christian Parsons, Samuel Scalleat, Brianna Simpkins, Corey Sisock, Claudio Sokarda, Alyssa Triano, Ryan Twardzik, Annika Wessel. Grade 1 1: Ashley Acri, Anthony Alfieri, Ashmeen Bains, Alexandra Baran, Maurina DiSabella, Sean Ducaji-Reap, Brianna Dzur-

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As new trends rolled in, it was miniskirt. David Ogilvy put out a memo to his staff that the skirts copywriters who took chances weren’t allowed, Maas said, but he with fashion. “I wanted to make a statement eventually gave up.

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traditional it’s cutting edge,” said history teacher Paul Horton at the University of Chicago Laboratory Schools. Research papers by Four Lab students were featured in the two most recent editions of The Concord Review in what Fitzhugh called a rare feat. In 2002, Fitzhugh persuaded the Albert Shanker Institute to fund a survey to find out how many public high school teachers assign history research papers. With state standardized exams increasingly affecting how students, teachers and schools are measured, he wondered if the traditional term paper might be lost. About 95 percent of the 400 high school history teachers surveyed said they thought it was important for students to write a research paper, saying it improved students’ research, writing and thinking skills, the study found. But six of every 10 said they never assign a paper longer than 12 pages. Time played a leading role in the disconnect. About 27 percent of teachers cited the time required to read and correct papers as cause for why they did not hand out more term papers. A third said they spend 30 to 60 minutes grading every assignment, according to the results. Fenwick High School assigns teachers a lighter load of classes in a nod to the intensive writing that students must do and that teachers must grade. English teachers at the Oak Park, Ill., school shoulder four courses rather than the standard five, said Richard Borsch, associate principal. “I want spaghetti sauce all over the paper. I want corrections so they learn,” Borsch said.

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Good Shepherd Academy students to receive Redeemer scholarships

Coughlin High School Class of 1959 will meet 6 p.m. April 26 at Andy Perugino’s Restaurant, 258 Charles St., Luzerne. All class members and spouses are invited.

Three Good Shepherd Academy students recently scored in the 90th percentile or above on the Holy Redeemer High School Placement Test in December. The students will receive scholarship awards for their four years as students of Holy Redeemer High School and will be recognized for their achievements at their graduation in June. Scholarship winners with the principal and vice principal, from left: Mary Jane Kozick, vice principal; Carrie Ann Kinney, Liam Frederick and Michael Waugh, Redeemer Scholars; and James Jones, principal.

Dallas High School

Erycka Keblish Erycka Keblish, daughter of Eric and Brenda Keblish, WilkesBarre, is celebrating her 16th birthday today, April 5. Erycka is a granddaughter of Ernest Spencer and Debbie and Joe Kotulski, all of Wilkes-Barre. She is a great-granddaughter of Catherine Anderson and the late Floyd Anderson and Beverly Keblish and the late Brian Donnley, all of Wilkes-Barre. Erycka is a greatgreat-granddaughter of the late Jim Newett, Wilkes-Barre.

Sarah G. Jackson Sarah Grace Jackson, daughter of Chas and Carrie Jackson, Wyoming, is celebrating her first birthday today, April 5. Sarah is a granddaughter of Cheryl Banashefski, Harding; the late John Banashefski; and Charlie and Mary Jackson, West Wyoming. She has sister, Emily.

Class of 1987 is planning its 25th anniversary reunion on July 27 at the Checkerboard Inn. More details will follow. Addresses are being sought for many classmates. Email Staci Robbins Miller at leftlane@ptd.net as soon as possible with any information. Invitations will be mailed at the end of April.

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Crestwood Middle School Odyssey of the Mind Team awarded at competition

Class of 1951 will meet for a luncheon 1:30 p.m. April 18 at Costello’s, Gateway Shopping Center, 67 S. Wyoming Ave., Edwardsville. All classmates, spouses and friends are invited. For reservations call Gill at 824-9425 or Marilyn at 288-3102.

The Crestwood Middle School Odyssey of the Mind Team recently competed at the Pennsylvania Northeast Regional Competition. The team was awarded second place in Division II, problem number three, ‘To Be or Not to Be,’ which qualifies them to compete in the Pennsylvania State Odyssey of the Mind Competition on April 14 at Pocono Mountain East High School. Team members, from left: Donna McGroarty, coach; Reagan Venturi; John McGroarty; Ky LaMarca; Johnny Kehl; Grant Cormier; Paige Allen; and Michelle LaMarca, coach.

Hanover Area High School Class of 1963 reunion committee will meet 5 p.m. April 12 at Grotto Pizza, Edwardsville. All classmates are welcome.

Newport High School

Lucy A. Obrzut Lucy Amanda Obrzut, daughter of Mark and Lucy Obrzut, Edwardsville, is celebrating her sixth birthday today, April 5. Lucy is a granddaughter of Karen and Charles Weed and Melody and Fred Sickler, all of West Pittston, and Thomas Obrzut Sr. and Sandy Touw, Forty Fort. She is a great-granddaughter of Lucille Chapman, West Pittston. Lucy has four brothers: Alex, 19; Mark Jr., 12; Nate, 4; and John, 25; and a sister, Victoria, 18.

Blake R. Nesbitt Blake Russell Nesbitt, son of Roberta N. Smith and Walter R. Nesbitt Jr., Wilkes-Barre, celebrated his fifth birthday March 31. Blake is a grandson of Debbra Williams and Linda Nesbitt, both of Wilkes-Barre; the late Robert N. Smith; and the late Walter R. Nesbitt Sr. He has two brothers, Matthew, 13, and Taner, 6.

Class of 1955 will meet 1 1 a.m. April 12 at Wyoming Valley Country Club. Reunion plans will be discussed. All classmates are welcome. Call Marie at 283-1911 for more information.

Raymond Carl Vitali, son of Raymond and Tracy Vitali, Parsons, is celebrating his second birthday today, April 5. Raymond is a grandson of Raymond R. and Dorothy Vitali, Parsons, and Carl and Louise Majeski, Hudson. He has two brothers, Dante, 9, and Garrett, 8, and a sister, Anna, 3.

Grace Emma Shaner, daughter of John and Heather Shaner, Walnutport, is celebrating her sixth birthday today, April 5. Grace is a granddaughter of Mary Catherine Shaner, Forty Fort, and Anne Herman, Kingston. She has a sister, Sarah Kate, 7.

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Class of 1962 reunion planning committee will meet April 16 at the home of George Miller in West Pittston. The 62nd anniversary reunion will be held Aug. 17-18-19. The reunion will take place Aug. 17 at Glenmaura. A pizza party will be held at the home of George Miller on Aug. 18 and a brunch will take place on Aug. 19 at a place to be determined. Invitations will be mailed.

IN BRIEF KINGSTON: A pre-retirement seminar for all school employees who plan to retire in the next five years is scheduled for 8:30 a.m.-noon April 21 at the Kingston L.I.U., 368 Tioga Ave. The program will include the “Foundations for the Future” presentation by PSERS, information on dental, vision, and long-term care insurance, financial planning and Social Security. The seminar is sponsored by the Pennsylvania Association of School Retirees (PASR). Coffee and doughnuts and lunch will be provided. Registration fee is $6 and should be sent with name, address, phone number, possible year of retirement and school

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district to June Seely, 2 Manayunk Ave., Hazle Township, Pa. 18202. Checks should be made payable to LUZ/WYO PASR. Deadline for registration is April 18. Contact June Seely at 3844407 or seely@pa.metrocast.net for more information. LUZERNE COUNTY: The United Way of Wyoming Valley’s Success by 6® initiative and Local Education and Resource Network (LEARN) are planning community forums for the month of April. Each of the forums will begin at 10 a.m. and be led by early childhood experts. All are invited. The forums will take place as follows: Today, “Family Engagement” at Country Charm Learning Center Inc., 9 E. Butler Drive, Drums. Contact Heather Critch-

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osin at 788-4800. April 13, “Fight Crime, Invest in Kids” at Luzerne County Head Start, 23 Beekman St., Wilkes-Barre. Contact Lynn Evans Biga at 829-6231. April 20, “Business Community” at Misericordia University, 301 Lake St., Dallas. Contact LeAnne Grace at 675-8860. April 27, “Public Policy” at Wyoming Valley Children’s Association, 1133 Wyoming Ave., Forty Fort. Contact Sharon Harry at 714-1246. MOUNTAIN TOP: The Mountain Post American Legion Auxiliary Unit 781 has postponed the meeting scheduled for today. The next meeting will be 7:30 p.m. April 12. Nominations of officers will be held. All members are urged to attend. New members welcome. For more

Erica Fletcher, Alexandra Geyfman, Liam Gilroy, Taylor Kazimi, Kaylee Sminkey, Gabriella Soper, Abigail Straub, Connor Switzer, Dominic Wright. Grade 8: High Honor Roll: Dominique DiLeo, Gabrielle Grossman, Jody Karg, Elijah Miller, Sujay Murthy, Stefan Olsen, Katherine Paglia, Emily Peairs, Jacob Ridilla, Megha Sarada, Courtney Sminkey, Kira Zack, Alexandra Zaloga. Honor Roll: Garrett Boyd, Dominique Coslett, Gokulan Gnanendran, Alexander Grosek, Richard Hughes, Jake Kolessar, Lindsey Lacomis, Marissa Lacomis, Jacqueline Meuser, Megan Obeid, Leana Pande.

information contact Bobette at 855-5706. NANTICOKE: Luzerne County Community College will hold an information night for its hospitality and culinary programs 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at the Joseph A. Paglianite Culinary Institute. Information regarding the college’s pastry arts management, culinary arts and hospitality business management programs will be available as well as information on enrollment procedures, tuition and financial aid. Faculty members will also be available to discuss educational and career opportunities. The information night is free and open to the public. For more information, call 740-0343, 740-0516 or 800-377-LCCC, ext. 7343 or 7516.

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Class of 1968 will meet 6:30 p.m. April 14 at Morgan Hills Golf Course, Muhlenburg, to plan a reunion for this year. Any class members interested in helping are welcome. Call 855-5903 with any questions.

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Class of 1956 reunion planning committee will meet 6 p.m. April 17 at Grotto Pizza, Edwardsville. Plans for the 56th reunion to be held in August at the Skillet at Harveys Lake will be discussed. All classmates are welcome.

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Man’s six years of sobriety end in shock and uncertainty for woman Dear Abby: “Robert” and I met four years ago and fell in love. At the time, he was two years clean and sober and attending meetings. Due to his work schedule, he stopped attending the meetings. Robert is intelligent, a hard worker, handsome and my best friend. He prided himself on his sobriety, so imagine my shock when I found an empty liquor bottle buried in the trash and three more under the bed. I am devastated. I didn’t know what to say to him or how to react, because I have never been down this road. I told Robert I knew he was drinking again. I could barely hold back my tears because I knew what a huge set-

DEAR ABBY ADVICE back this is for him. He said he didn’t want to discuss it, so I didn’t push. What am I supposed to do when the man I love has relapsed? My heart aches for him. I’m trying to be supportive, but I am clueless. Please help. — Helpless Dear Helpless: The first thing to do is recognize that this is Robert’s problem, and only he can fix it. If you plan to stay involved with him, understand that it is not unusual for someone with a substance abuse problem to fall off the wagon from time to time.

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The next thing you should do, and this is important, is find your nearest chapter of Al-Anon. It’s an organization that was started by the wife of an alcoholic, and its sole purpose is to help the family and friends of alcoholics. The toll-free phone number is 888-425-2666, and it has been mentioned in this column many times. There will be meetings for you to attend so you can learn to avoid falling into the trap of trying to “save” or enable Robert, because in order for him to get better he must experience the consequences of going back to drinking. This is not easy to do with someone you care about, and you will need all of the support you can get. By the way, your letter arrived in the same batch as the one below. It may give you some insight:

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Dear Abby: A few years ago I talked to my mother about her drinking. She’s a binge drinker and her excuse is always, “It’s my day off.” I am focusing on myself and trying to figure out my life with the help of Al-Anon. I knew that once I uttered the word “alcoholic” aloud, my relationship with my mother would forever be affected. I asked her to contact me when she was ready to quit because I can no longer enable her drinking. I miss the mom who doesn’t drink, but I can’t be around her when she does. As I grow in my recovery, I may figure out how to do that. But for now, I need to put space between us. My family is worried something drastic will happen (as her health isn’t good) and I will have regrets. But I have expressed my thoughts

and accepted that Mom and I may never speak again. Is that wrong? — Still a Loving Daughter in Wisconsin Dear Still A Loving Daughter: No, it’s not wrong. Your mother’s binge drinking was affecting her health as well as her relationship with you, and it was the right thing to do — for both of you. Let’s hope that your strength in doing that will give her the strength to stop her binges. 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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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CITY OF WILKES-BARRE ZONING HEARING BOARD A public hearing will be held in City Council Chambers, Fourth Floor, City Hall, 40 East Market Street, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, on Wednesday, April 18, 2012, at 4:30 p.m., Daylight Savings Time, relative to the following zoning appeal application: a) Jacobo Flores for the property located at 65 Maxwell Street for variances to waive both side yard setbacks from the required 5 feet down to 2 feet and to waive the rear yard setback from the required 10 feet down to 5 feet in order to construct a 21’ x 20’ carport within an R-1 zone. b) William J. Stiles for the property located at 204 Brown Street for a variance to waive the required side yard setback on a corner lot from 10 feet down to 6 feet in order to construct a 24’ x 15’ above ground swimming pool within an R-1 zone. c) Housing Development Corporation of Northeastern Pennsylvania for the property located at 68 Courtright Street(lot 1), 367(lot 31),369(lot 30) and 379(lot 14) McGowan Street (re-subdivision of the Courtright Neighborhood major subdivision plan) for the following variances relative to the proposed construction of 4 single family homes within an R-2 zone: 1) a variance to waive the required front yard setback from the minimum 20’ down to 10’ for proposed lots 1,30,31 and 14; and 2) variances for lot 1 to waive the required rear yard setback from 20’ down 10 and to waive the minimum lot depth from 100’ down to 75’ as a result of the proposed reposition of a single-family home. ALL INTERESTED PERSONS MAY APPEAR AT SUCH HEARING. CASES WILL NOT NECESSARILY BE CALLED IN THE ORDER LISTED ABOVE. DISABILITIES NOTICE: This Hearing is being held at a facility which is accessible to persons with disabilities. Please notify Ms. Melissa Popson, Human Resources Director, if special accommodations are required. Such notification should be made within one (1) week prior to the date of this hearing. Ms. Popson can be reached at (570) 2084194 or by FAX at (570) 208-4124 or by e-mail at mpopson@wilkes-barre.pa.us By Order of the Zoning Hearing Board of the City of Wilkes-Barre William C. Harris, Director of Planning & Zoning/Zoning Officer THE CITY OF WILKES-BARRE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER THOMAS M. LEIGHTON, MAYOR

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YAMAHA `07 RHINO 450.

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CADILLAC `94 DEVILLE SEDAN

94,000 miles, automatic, front wheel drive, 4 door, air conditioning, air bags, all power, cruise control, leather interior, $3,300. 570-394-9004

CHEVROLET `90 CELEBRITY STATION WAGON

3.1 liter V6, auto, A/C. excellent interior, new tires. 66K $3,250. 570-288-7249

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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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PONTIAC `99 BONNEVILLE 112,000 miles.

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08 ESCAPE 4X4 $12,495 09Journey SE $12,495 07Spectra EX $9,495 10 FUSION SEL $13,995 10 FOCUS SE $9,995 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, Low mileage for the age of the car 122,500 $6,100 570-704-7286

BMW ‘98 740 IL White with beige

leather interior. New tires, sunroof, heated seats. 5 cd player 106,000 miles. Excellent condition. $5,300. OBO 570-451-3259 570-604-0053

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green, auto, 4x4 CADILLAC SRX silver, 3rd seat, navigation, AWD

CHEVY TRAILBLZAER LS, SILVER, 4X4 FORD EXPLORTER LTD black/tan

leather, 3rd seat, 4x4 06 PONTIAC TORRENT black/black leather, sunroof, AWD 06 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN ES, red, 4 dr, entrtnmt cntr, 7 pass mini van 05 DODGE DAKOTA CLUB CAB SPORT, blue, auto, 4x4 truck 04 FORD F150 XF4 Super Cab truck, black, 4x4 04 CHEVY AVALANCHE Z71, green, 4 door, 4x4 truck 04 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER V6, silver, 3rd seat AWD 04 DODGE RAM 1500 QUAD CAB SLT SILVER, 4 door, 4x4 truck 04 FORD FREESTAR, blue, 4 door, 7 passenger mini van 04 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE OVERLAND graphite grey, 2 tone leather, sunroof, 4x4 03 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER LT white, 3rd seat, 4x4 03 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER black, V6, 4x4 03 SATURN VUE orange, auto, 4 cyl, awd 03 DODGE DURANGO RT red, 2 tone black, leather int, 3rd seat, 4x4 03 FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC XLT, 4 door, green, tan, leather, 4x4 02 NISSAN PATHFINDER SE, Sage, sun roof, autop, 4x4 01 CHEVY BLAZER green, 4 door, 4x4 01 JEEP GRAND 01

FORD `97 WINDSTAR GL. 71K miles.

3.8V6 A1 condition. Auto, cruise, tilt. All power accessories. Traction control. 3 remotes. Like new tires & brakes. Mechanic is welcome to inspect this vehicle. Reduced to $2,950. 570313-8099/457-5640

moon roof, loaded excellent condition. 136k miles. $4,995.

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

CHEVROLET ‘06 CORVETTE CONVERTIBLE

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

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sport silver, grey leather, 3x4 sunroof 00 CHEVY SILVERADO XCAB, 2WD truck, burgundy 00 CHEVY BLAZER LT black & brown, brown leather 4x4 99 ISUZI VEHIACROSS black, auto, 2 door AWD 96 CHEVY BLAZER, black 4x4 89 CHEVY 1500, 4X4 TRUCK

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CHEVY ‘95 ASTRO

MARK III CONVERSION VAN. Hightop. 93K. 7 passenger. TV/VCP/Stereo. Loaded. Great condition. $3,495 (570) 574-2199

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HONDA `05 ACCORD LX COUPE Great condition. 4

HYUNDAI ‘04 ELANTRA Black exterior, auto-

Extra clean. 5 speed. 41K miles $13,999

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

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HONDA ‘02 CIVIC EX

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

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HONDA ‘05 CIVIC Sedan, red exterior,

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

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HONDA 07 FIT Auto. 4 door. Keyless entry. Hatchback. $10,999

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FORD `91 MUSTANG

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

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HYUNDAI ‘07 SANTE FE

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

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

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

KIA ‘11 SORENTO LX

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

OLDSMOBILE `97 CUTLASS SUPREME Museum kept, never

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

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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24 Mos. *Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $595 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 4/30/12.

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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

421

Boats & Marinas

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THURSDAY, APRIL 5, 2012 PAGE 5D Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

SILVERCRAFT

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

427

Commercial Trucks & Equipment

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

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

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.

SPRING STREET AUTO 570-825-3313

439

Motorcycles

FORD 04 F150

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

BUICK ‘04 Rendezvous

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

CHEVROLET `04 COLORADO Z71

VOLVO 850 ‘95 WAGON Runs good, air,

VW `87 GOLF

HARLEY 2011 HERITAGE SOFTTAIL Black. 1,800 miles.

automatic, fair shape. $1,400. 347-693-4156

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

415 Autos-Antique & Classic

CADILLAC `77original COUPE 70,000

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

CHEVY ’77 CORVETTE Red & red, all

original. Non hits, restoration. Rides and looks new. Exceptionally clean. A/c, pb, ps, pw, 51K $12,400 570-563-5056

Chrysler ‘68 New Yorker

Sedan. 440 Engine. Power Steering & brakes. 34,500 original miles. Always garaged. Reduced to $5995 Firm. 883-4443

MAZDA `88 RX-7 CONVERTIBLE

1 owner, garage kept, 65k original miles, black with grey leather interior, all original & never seen snow. $7,995. Call 570-237-5119

MERCEDES 1975

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

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MERCURY `79 ZEPHYR

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

OLDSMOBILE `68 DELMONT

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.

Call Chuck at 570-466-2819

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

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

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HARLEY DAVIDSON ‘05 V-ROD VRSCA

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

SUZUKI 2001 VS 800 GL INTRUDER Garage kept, no rust, lots of chrome, black with teal green flake. Includes storage jack & 2 helmets. 570-410-1026

YAMAHA ‘97 ROYALSTAR 1300

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

442 RVs & Campers

FLAGSTAFF `08 CLASSIC NOW BACK IN PA.

Super Lite Fifth Wheel. LCD/DVD flat screen TV, fireplace, heated mattress, ceiling fan, Hide-a-Bed sofa, outside speakers & grill, 2 sliders, aluminum wheels, , awning, microwave oven, tinted safety glass windows, fridge & many accessories & options. Excellent condition, $22,500. 570-868-6986

FLEETWOOD ‘06 PROWLER 30’ model #300FQS

1 slide out, living /dining area, Queen bed, sofa/double bed, large bath, AM/ FM CD player, micro wave, large refrigerator. Upgrades include scissor leveling jacks, ducted heat & air, glass shower door, skylight in bath. Water filter system, spare tire & cover + extras. Trailer is at campground. Site fee paid 05/1/12 through 09/30/12 or can be moved. Asking $15,500. Call 570-233-8652 570-443-9260

WILDWOOD ‘99

27’ bunk house model, A/C, sleeps 8, 30 lb. gas tank, new battery & tires, garage kept. Very good condition for age. $6,500. 570-814-5012

KELLY

875 W. Market St. Kingston, PA. 570-287-2243

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

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

great, 58k r-title. $4,500.

SPRING STREET AUTO

Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

LEXUS 08 RX350

KELLY

875 W. Market St. Kingston, PA. 570-287-2243

MERCURY `03 MOUNTAINEER

AWD. Third row seating. Economical 6 cylinder automatic. Fully loaded with all available options. 93k pampered miles. Garage kept. Safety / emissions inspected and ready to go. Sale priced at $7595. Trade-ins accepted. Tag & title processing available with purchase. Call Fran for an appointment to see this outstanding SUV. 570-466-2771 Scranton

MERCURY ‘03 MOUNTAINEER LUXURY EDITION

CHEVROLET ‘05 ‘04Clean, EXPLORER TRAILBLAZERexterior, EXT LS FORD2V6. White

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

SPRING STREET AUTO

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570-825-3313

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

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

Clean SUV! $5995 WD. Extra cab. Call For Details! 570-696-4377

570-825-3313

CHEVY `99 SILVERADO Auto. V6 Vortec.

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

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

CHRYSLER 02 TOWN & COUNTRY V6. Like new!

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

FORD ‘04 RANGER Super Cab

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

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

$4,495 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

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

JEEP `00 CHEROKEE CLASSIC 4.0 6 cylinder, auto

all power, new tires, recent inspection, 121,000 miles, R title, nice shape. $4,500. 570-735-9989 or 570-262-1046

03 WRANGLER X FORD `06 F150 XLT JEEP 6 cylinder. Auto. 124,000 miles, automatic, A/C, air bags, all power. Silver, excellent condition. $10,000 (570) 840-3971

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

4x4. $10,999

KELLY 875 W. Market St. Kingston, PA. 570-287-2243

JEEP 04 WRANGLER

6 cylinder. 5 speed 4x4 $9,999

FORD ‘02 EXPLORER Red, XLT, Original

non-smoking owner, garaged, synthetic oil since new, excellent in and out. New tires and battery. 90,000 miles. $7,500 (570) 403-3016

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

JEEP `08 LIBERTY SPORT 45,000 miles, good condition, automatic. $13,500 570-675-2620

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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

SUZUKI `03 XL-7

85K. 4x4. Auto. Nice, clean interior. Runs good. New battery & brakes. All power. CD. $6,000. 570-762-8034 570-696-5444

SUZUKI `07 XL-7 56,000 miles,

automatic, all-wheel drive, 4 door, air conditioning, all power, CD player, leather interior, tinted windows, custom wheels, $13,000 Call 570-829-8753 Before 5:00 p.m.

TOYOTA 04 TACOMA 4X2. 4 cylinder Auto. $6,999

KELLY

875 W. Market St. Kingston, PA. 570-287-2243

TOYOTA ‘08 4 RUNNER

KELLY

875 W. Market St. Kingston, PA. 570-287-2243

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

KIA ‘07 SPORTAGE EX

4WD, Leather, Moonroof $12,724

FORD `95 F150 Regular cab with

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

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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

LEXUS `05 RX 330

All wheel drive, Savannah metallic, navigation, backup camera, lift gate, ivory leather with memory, auto, 3.3 liter V6, regular gas, garaged, nonsmoker, exceptional condition, all service records. 6 disc CD. Private seller with transferable one year warranty, 96K. $16,900 570-563-5056

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

457 Wanted to Buy Auto WANTED

Good Used Cars & Trucks. Highest Prices Paid!!! Call V&G Anytime 574-1275

Say it HERE in the Classifieds! 570-829-7130

Building/ Construction/ Skilled Trades

CARPENTER

Navigation. Back up camera. 45K miles. 4 WD.

FORD ‘06 ESCAPE XLT

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

Leather, alloys & moonroof $16,995 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

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FORD ‘08 ESCAPE XLT

CHEVROLET ‘02 HARLEY ‘10 DAVIDSON BLAZERexterior, SPORTSTER CUSTOM Maroon Loud pipes. 4wd , looks & runs Near Mint 174 miles - yes, One hundred and seventy four miles on the clock, original owner. $8000. 570-876-2816

Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

4x2. Nice Truck! $11,999

GMC ‘98 SIERRA 3500 4WD Stake Side, 350 V8, Auto. 75,000 miles on current engine. 12' wood bed, body, tires, interior good. Excellent running condition. New generator, starter, battery. Just tuned and inspected. $6,900. Call 570-656-1080

451

Accounting/ Finance

Accounts Receivable Clerk/ Receptionist W V YOMING COUNTRY

ALLEY 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.

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STAFF ACCOUNTANT

First Keystone Community Bank has an 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

506 Administrative/ Clerical

PAYROLL CLERK/ ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Must be detail oriented. Excellent pay and benefits including 401k plan. Send resume to: c/o Times Leader Box 3070 15 N. Main Street Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0250

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

508

Beauty/ Cosmetology

BARBERS Looking for experi-

enced 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

570-956-8937

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

Experienced Carpenters

Must have valid drivers license. Local work. Call (570) 287-5313 or apply within at 197 Courtdale Ave. Courtdale, PA 18704

EXPERIENCED ROOFER/LABORER With Drivers License 570-362-2294

Is looking for

Experienced Equipment Operator with CDL Mail resume to: P.O. BOX 472 SCHUYLKILL HAVEN PA 17972 E.O.E.

To place your ad Call Toll Free 1-800-427-8649

533

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

LAWN CARE TECHNICIAN LOOKING FOR CAREER CHANGE? WE

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

FULL TIME WORK MONDAY-FRIDAY 8 AM – 5 PM

Is looking for

Experienced Welder/Rigger Mail resume to:

P.O. BOX 472 SCHUYLKILL HAVEN PA 17972 E.O.E.

527 Food Services/ Hospitality

BARTENDERS/COOKS/ SERVERS NEEDED

Competitive Wages. Guaranteed Hours. Apply in Person. No Phone Calls. TIPSY TURTLE 245 Owen Street Swoyersville

COOKS

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

FOX HILL COUNTRY CLUB

Seeking Experienced Sautee Chef & Servers Part-Time Positions Apply in Person Tunkhannock Ave. Exeter

NOW HIRING

For Keeley’s Ale House & Grille and Overbrook Pub & Grille. Sous Chef, Line Cooks, and Dishwashers. Apply in person at 259 Overbrook Rd. Dallas, PA Call 570-675-2727 or 570-760-2436

533

Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair

AUTO BODY TECH Needs to be experienced in welding, fabricating and body work. Needs own tools. Part or full time jobs available. Pay based on experience. Call 570-474-9711

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIANS NEEDED Motivated. Experience preferred, recent grads considered. Competitive salary and benefits. Rymer Automotive Specialists Call 570-970-8840

Erosion Control Laborers

Will operate hydroseeder and equipment to install erosion control socks, matting and barriers. Driver’s license a must. Top wages paid plus Overtime. APPLY IN PERSON 8AM-4PM MONDAY-FRIDAY. 1204 MAIN STREET SWOYERSVILLE VARSITY, INC. NO CALLS PLEASE.

Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair

MUST

HAVE GOOD MATH SKILLS, CLEAN DRIVING RECORD & PASS PHYSICAL & DRUG TEST.

APPLY ONLINE AT: WWW.GRASSHOPPER LAWNS.COM OR STOP IN FOR APPLICATION AT: 470 E. STATE STREET LARKSVILLE, PA 18651 QUESTIONS? EMAIL BRIAN PHILLIPS AT: GRASSHOPPER.JOBS @GMAIL.COM

Machine / Equipment Operators

Will operate various machines and small equipment like tractors and sock fillers on gas site. Driver’s license a must. Top wages paid plus overtime. APPLY IN PERSON 8AM-4PM MONDAY-FRIDAY. 1204 MAIN STREET SWOYERSVILLE VARSITY, INC. NO CALLS PLEASE.

technology keeps dogs safer. Training is provided to operate ditch witch and install underground wire and components. Full time physical job. Must have good math skills, clean driving record and be courteous. Must pass physical & drug test. Call or email Brian at Harvis Interview Service for application or questions: 542-5330 or ifnepa. jobs@gmail.com

SIGN ON BONUS Hazleton/ Scranton, PA

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

Transportation Coordinator Saturday - Wednes-

542

Logistics/ Transportation

TRACTOR-TRAILER DRIVERS Home 48 hours EVERY Week

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

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

TRUCK DRIVER

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

548 Medical/Health FULL AND PART TIME

day. 3pm-11pm. $9/hour. Send resume to: c/o The Times Leader Box 3080 15 N. Main St. Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0250

COOK. Must have healthcare cooking experience. PART TIME ACTIVITY AIDE. LPNS. No phone calls. Apply in person. TIFFANY COURT 700 NORTHAMPTON ST KINGSTON, PA

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

COCCIA

FORD LINCOLN Has immediate

Logistics/ Transportation

O/O'S & CO FLATBED DRIVERS

NOW HIRING!

Real Estate Processor

openings for

United One Resources is seeking full time real estate processors. The successful candidates should be able to type a minimum of 50 wpm, possess excellent phone and organizational skills, the ability to multi-task, conscientious with an attention to detail, work in a fast pace environment and successfully meet daily goals. Previous title insurance processing, banking or lending experience preferred but not required. We offer a competitive benefit package. Hours: 10am-6pm.

We are expending our facility & need experienced applicants.

For consideration, forward your resume to: iwanttowork@unitedoneresources.com EOE M/F/D/V

Class A, B, C Technicians Ford Certificated Diesel Technician Parts Counter Personnel

Excellent pay and benefits are offered.

509

Please apply to:

Rudy Podest Parts & Service Director Coccia Ford Lincoln 570-823-8888 rpodest@ cocciacars.com

COURIER

Requires lifting of some heavy flooring and paint materials job site and local deliveries warehouse and store duties also. Apply in person only. No phone calls. KING GLASS & PAINT CO 1079 MAIN ST. SWOYERSVILLE, PA 18704

Transport Assistant

Route driving. 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

Building/ Construction/ Skilled Trades

Commercial-Industrial

Mail resume to: P.O. Box 472 Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972 E.O.E.

JOB FAIR

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

Logistics/ Transportation

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.

509

Carpenters, Concrete Workers & Laborers

Shopping for a new apartment? Classified lets you compare costs without hassle or worry! Get moving with classified! 542

Building/ Construction/ Skilled Trades

Is looking for Experienced

All Applicants are Confidential

DRIVER NEEDED PART TIME

INVISIBLE FENCE INSTALLERFence” “Invisible

542

FRONT LINE SEISMIC WORKERS No experience necessary PA BLASTERS Minimum one year experience working with explosives DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITIES • • • •

Culture of Excellence Excellent compensation and benefits International career opportunities Industry best training and development opportunities

Information Sessions and Interviews:

Wednesday, April 11

PA Career Link of Lycoming County 9AM, 1PM, 4PM 329 Pine Street

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.

CGGVeritas is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer.

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BIOMEDICAL

EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN

Full time. We have an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated, experienced BMET for Biomed Lab & Field Service. Candidate should have an AS degree or equivalent experience, and possess strong communication skills. We offer a competitive compensation package & a co-operative stable work environment. Please send resume to: c/o Times Leader Box 3065 15 N. Main Street Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0250

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.

RNS AND LPNS

ONE O W N ER

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TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com

needed for private 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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2005 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER 4DR LS 4X4

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2006 PO NTIAC TO RRENT

2ND & 3RD SHIFTS APPLY WITHIN: 4252 Memorial Highway Dallas, PA 18612

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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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2011 CHEVY AVEO LT

Long term care and wound experience preferred Our benefits include paid vacation, holiday, personal days, up to $1500/year college tuition reimbursement, health insurance, life insurance, long-term disability and pension plan.

Apply on line at: https:// home.eease.com/recruit/?id=487211

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Email – hr@meadowsnrc.com Or Apply in person @ Meadows Nursing & Rehabilitation Center 4 East Center Hill Road Dallas PA 18612 e.o.e.

2007 SUZUKI XL7 AW D O N LY 37K M ILES

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Duryea

$630 Monthly Proﬁt + Tips 164 daily / 161 Sunday

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

$625 Monthly Proﬁt + Tips

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151 daily / 147 Sunday

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

West Pittston

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Other

WELDER/FABRICATOR

Metal worker needed for busy Quarry in NEPA. Minimum 5 years welding experience required. Competitive salary and health benefits. Please fax resume to: 570-643-0903

(No Collections)

2008 H UM M ER H3

2011 D O DG E D AKO TA

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821-2772•1-800-444-7172 VA LLEY 601 Kid d er Street, W ilkes-Ba rre, PA CHEVROLET

Sca n From M ob ile D evice For M ore Sp ecia ls

M o n .- Thu rs .8:30- 8:00p m ; Frid a y 8:30- 7:00p m ; Sa tu rd a y 8:30- 5:00p m

EXIT 1 70B O FF I- 81 TO EXIT 1 . BEAR RIGH T O N BU SIN ESS RO U TE 309 TO SIXTH L IGH T. JU ST BEL O W W YO M IN G V AL L EY M AL L .

West Pittston, Exeter Avenue, York Avenue Clear Spring Court, Elm Street, Ledgeview Drive Susquehanna Avenue

Exeter

$430 Monthly Proﬁt + Tips

90 daily / 98 Sunday / 66 Sunday Dispatch Donnas Way, Aster Court, Buttercup Court, Slocum Avenue, Fairway DRive

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

570-829-7107

Project/ Program Management

Capital Campaign Manager

A local non-profit organization is looking to hire an individual to plan and implement a capital campaign for building a new facility. Responsibilities would include identifying new donor bases; writing case statement; conducting prospect research to match key prospects with solicitors; and developing, training and coaching volunteers to support fundraising. Candidates must have a documented fundraising track record and excellent communication skills. All applicants will be kept confidential. SEND RESUME, LETTER OF INTEREST AND SALARY REQUIREMENTS TO HUMAN RESOURCES, PO BOX 862, WILKES-BARRE, PA 18703 OR E-MAIL TO CMAT@EPIX.NET.

566

Sales/Retail/ Business Development

708

600 FINANCIAL 610

Business Opportunities

CHILDREN’S SHOESTORE

Established 50+ years, owner retiring, looking for the right person as successor. Call 570-288-9323

FIRE YOUR BOSS!!!! “WORK FOR YOURSELF” INVEST IN YOURSELF WITH JAN – PRO

*Guaranteed Clients * Steady Income *Insurance & Bonding * Training & Ongoing Support * Low Start Up Costs *Veterans Financing Program * Accounts available through 0ut Wilkes-Barre & Scranton

570-824-5774

Janpro.com

SALES

Tremendous Sales Opportunity for right individual. Large established Estate Planning firm in need of Sales Rep in the Scranton Area. Must have car and in home sales experience a plus. $60,000 per year commission potential with full training provided. Please send resume to: msmeraldo@ trust-asc.com NO CALLS PLEASE.

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

Looking for that special place called home? Classified will address Your needs. Open the door with classified!

573

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

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

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.

Warehouse Supervisor

700 MERCHANDISE 708

Antiques & Collectibles

FIGURINES Boston Red Sox McFarlane figurines Drew, Papelbon, Rameriez $30. ‘76 Topps Walter Payton Rookie Card $200. 570-709-3011 NORTH POLE, Christmas in the City, New England, and Dickens Department 56 collectible buildings and accessories for sale, prices run from $10 to $60, call 570-868-5886.

710

Appliances

Why Spend Hundreds on New or Used Appliances? Most problems with your appliances are usually simple and inexpensive to fix! Save your hard earned money, Let us take a look at it first! 30 years in the business. East Main Appliances 570-735-8271 Nanticoke

APPLIANCE PA RT S E T C .

Used appliances. Parts for all brands. 223 George Ave. Wilkes-Barre 570-820-8162 BEER FRIDGE unique; old single door GE; drilled and tapped; with tank & lines $85. 570-696-9024

DISHWASHER 24”

white, 2 years old $150. obo.

DISHWASHER Stainless Steel SAMSUNG (Samsung DMT800RHS) BRAND NEW! Still in box! Asking $450. or best offer 570-239-4783

$ ANTIQUES BUYING $

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

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COINS/Foreign over 40 nations 108 total, dated ‘85-’79 $25. 570-235-5216

Legal

LEGAL SECRETARY/ PARALEGAL WANTED * AGGRESSIVE * TAKE CHARGE * POLISHED Full position in Luzerne County, PA. Experience preferred in criminal law, personal injury, wills & estates. Must be a motivated team player, punctual, work efficiently & independently. • All resumes are confidential, resumes to:

professionallegalsecretary@aol.com

Production/ Operations

COMICS 75 different $35. Baseball cards Philadelphia Phillies 120 cards $10. NY yankees 140 cards $10. NY Mets 110 cards $10. Football cards Dallas Cowboys 110 cards $10. 570-313-5214

FOOD PROCESSOR B & D, glass blender jar $20. Cooks Essential dryer, 1 qt. stainless steel $5. Hamilton beach toaster oven $12. 570-696-9086

To place your ad call...829-7130

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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

RANGE HOOD 30”

486 SOUTH EMPIRE ST. WILKES-BARRE, PA TEL. 570-270-2670

Legal

Antiques & Collectibles

Broan, white $50. obo. 570-574-3899

Warehouse

Processing of used clothes. Loading and unloading trucks, painting & maintenance. Full time, dayshift. Some evening and weekend. USAGAIN

O N LY 26K M ILES

548 Medical/Health

Admissions/Wound Nurse Administrative Position

2011 CHEVY H H R LT 2010 H O NDA CIVIC LX

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

DRAWING TO BE HELD LAST DAY OF EACH MONTH

Are you a night owl looking for part-time work? Position is TEMP-HIRE $9.75 Per Hour! Thursday-Saturday 3pm1:30am

LINEUP ASUCCESSFULSALE INCLASSIFIED!

548 Medical/Health

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DISTRIBUTION CLERKS WILKES-BARRE

DRIVE IN PRICES

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ONE O W N ER

Production/ Operations

Apply Today At www. adeccousa.com Or Call 570.451.3726

Call for Details (570) 459-9901 Vehicles must be COMPLETE!! PLUS ENTER TO WIN $500 CASH!!

AW D

Personal Care Aides

AS ALWAYS ***HIGHEST PRICES*** PAID FOR YOUR UNWANTED VEHICLES!!! #12369A , 4 C yl., A utom atic, A /C , PW , PD L, Leather, 1 O w ner

MAINTENANCE/ KENNEL ASSISTANT:

Village at Greenbriar Assisted Living

2008 PO NTIAC G 5 O N LY SPO RT CO UPE 24K

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Other

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SU N RO O F

551

LIVE-IN CAREGIVER

Needed two days a week for male Alzheimer’s patient. Patient is 170 pound male who needs 24/7 supervision and care with most day to day activities. Responsibilities include assistance with grooming, bathing, dressing, toileting, medicine reminders & some light house keeping. Lifting required. Candidate must be caring, patient and dependable. It is critical that we have someone who understands this disease and who is very reliable. Schedule Week 1: Friday 10am-Sunday 10am. Schedule Week 2: Sunday 10am-Tuesday 10am. If interested please call Brenda @ 570-655-7892.

M ILES

O N LY 39K M ILES

548 Medical/Health

554

Production/ Operations

WEB PRESS SUPERVISOR 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.

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

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 JUICE EXTRACTOR Waring, commercial quality, stainless steel blade, internal mechanisms plus powerful 550 motor. Citrus juice attachment PCA45 bought for $200. Sell for $120. OBO. Cuisinart Smart Power 7 speed electronic blender $40. 735-2661 RANGE 40” Tappan electric, white, excellent condition. Cost over $1200 new sell for $350. 570-474-0974

Say it HERE in the Classifieds! 570-829-7130 REFRIGERATOR, Whirlpool, 21 cu. ft. CapacTop freezer with ice maker. Almond, very good condition. All shelving & glass also well kept with no cracks or no missing pieces. $150. 570-956-6787 STOVE gas Amana black$100. 570-283-3962 WASHER Super Capacity plus $100. 570-510-1599 WASHER, metal, oversized heavy duty, 15 cycle $75. 570-909-7621

712

Baby Items

CRADLE SWING baby girl purple F. P. Paid $169. Asking $70. Hardly used. Mark @ 570-3013484 or Allison @ 631-6635.

TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com 712

Baby Items

PACK N PLAY Graco beautiful brown & pink full size with detachable changing table $50. Simplicity Winnie The Pooh bassinette $50.converts to a by-the-bed sleeper, changing table, and cradle $50. Call 570-822-7576

716

Building Materials

BATHROOM matching sink set Gerber white porcelain with mirror & medicine cabinet $80. 570-331-8183 COMPOSITE Decking planks 16’ planks, new color is walnut $45. obo per plank (retails $70) Warranty is provided by manufacturer. Robert @ 709-7593 DOOR antique round top oak door, leaded glass window 77 1/2x30x1 3/4” solid brass hinges & knob some work needed $250. 570-824-6278 PATIO PAVERS 250 8” x 16” gray $1 each. GRANITE TILES new 12x12 50 tan with black $8. each. 60 black with light brown $8. each. 570-735-2661

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 COMMUNION SUIT black, size 14 like new $35. White Roman shade 23” w new $15. F.P. travel tender crib $25. Children’s pool $20. Thomas organ, needs tuning $375. 570-654-4113 FOX fur 1 black, medium worn once $60. 1 real fur small $40. 570-822-2641 FOX STOLE head, legs tail $15. 570-909-7621

732

Exercise Equipment

STEPPER Nordic Trac, portable $10. Leg magic $5. Manual folding treadmill $20. 570-696-9086

468

Auto Parts

732

Exercise Equipment

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

740 Floorcoverings

DINING SET rattan 48” glass table top 4 chairs, removable cushions on coasters $375. Dining set 40x60” glass table with bevel edge 4 chairs, upholstered arm, neutral beige $375. Space Saver rattan table 24x42 $275. 570.474.0514

PATIO CHAIRS 3 aluminum with brown & green stripe pads, good condition $25. each ort all 3 for $80. 570-824-0999

742

Furnaces & Heaters

HEATER, electric, portable, $15. 2 hoover vacuums $25 for 1 or both for $40, 12” TV color good working condition $25. 570-825-5847 WOODBURNER Excellent condition. H 31 W 20 D 30. $200. 233-3062

744

Furniture & Accessories

ANTIQUE hutch breakfront china cabinet, traditional oak finish, $125. Bedroom furniture set, 2 dressers 1 with mirror, queen bed frame, side rails, head & footboard, nightstand, cherry finish $275. All good condition. 570-430-4054 BEDROOM SET: 6 piece, black lacquer with gray trim. Must see. Includes, dresser, mirror, armoire, 2 night stands & mirrored spread headboard good for full, queen or king size. $399 570-814-5477 BEDROOM SET: Light wood, Bed, chest, dresser & 2 night stands. $325 570-826-1743 COUCH & Loveseat with pillows, country blue plaid, 2 end tables, 2 lamps. 1 matching entertainment center & 32” zenith color TV. Looking to sell entire room, but will consider selling pieces separately. All pieces match & excellent condition. $600. 233-3062. Will email picture upon request. COUCH with matching loveseat, blue floral tapestry, excellent condition $450. 762-1646

468

Auto Parts

$125 EXTRA IF DRIVEN, DRAGGED OR PUSHED IN!

NOBODY Pays More 570-760-2035

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

796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise

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%

412 Autos for Sale

Furniture & Accessories

WORKOUT SYSTEM SM 3000 IMPEX Powerhouse Smith machine includes 275 lbs. weights with holder, bar bell, set of dumb bells, excellent condition $375. 417-8390

BUYING JUNK VEHICLES $300 AND UP

796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise

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DALLAS

51 Birch Street Elmcrest Friday & Saturday from 8am-2pm Priced to sell household items, furniture, power tools, tree stands, clothes, books, & much more

Shopping for a new apartment? Classified lets you compare costs without hassle or worry! Get moving with classified!

EXETER

END TABLES 2 Broyhill & 1 Broyhill sofa table, cherry finish excellent condition asking $125. for all three. Call 570-696-3245.

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 LAMPS (2) parlor stand up, grey metal & black. $20 each. 570-740-1246

250 PEPE COURT Jupiter Moon Studios April 5th, 11am-3pm April 6th & 7th 9am - 2pm (Wyoming Ave. to Lincoln, left on Memorial, right on Pepe Court.) Order your Nut, Poppy Rolls & Easter Pizza 570-239-9182 Estate items added weekly.

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

MATTRESS SALE

318 Roosevelt St. Sat., April 7th, 8-1 Furniture, antiques, old dolls, glassware, toys, jewelry, albums. Priced to Sell!

We Beat All Competitors Prices!

Mattress Guy

Twin sets: $139 Full sets: $159 Queen sets: $199 All New American Made 570-288-1898 RECLINER beige, good condition $30. 570-736-6239 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

Freeland

April 7th 8am-4pm Route 940 behind Woodside Carwash at Nick’s South storage. Refrigerator, washer & Dryer, dresser, loveseat, tools, household items, rims & tires.

KINGSTON

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

SOFA Berkline, double reclining, excellent condition $225. 570-655-1508 SOFA large country floral pattern by Benchcraft asking $150. obo. 570-542-7588

14 Old North Road Saturday, 8am-1pm Office furniture, craft paint & supplies. Tools, misc. furniture, small appliances, and much more!

WILKES-BARRE

SALVATION ARMY INDOOR FLEA MARKET 17 S. Penna. Ave APRIL 14TH 8AM TO 2PM

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

750

260 Lathrope St. Saturday 8am-1pm Huge Sale, something for everyone! MINERS MILLS/W-B

23 East Thomas St. 4/6 & 4/7, 8am-4pm N. Washington past Hollenback, thru 2 stop signs & turn Rt. on E. Thomas St. by Philly Subs

Looking to buy a home? Place an ad here and let the sellers know! 570-829-7130

412 Autos for Sale

Jewelry

BULOVA Accutron 1969 vintage$300 570-655-9472

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

Doyouneedmorespace? A yard or garage sale in classified is the best way tocleanoutyourclosets! You’re in bussiness with classified! WATCH Bradley Davy Crocket square watch, does not work $40. Pocket watch Hanipeen Watch Co. Keystone Co JB Boss 14kt 25 yars old working $175. 574-0271

Machinery & Equipment

GENERATOR Troybuilt, 10HOP, 5500 watts, 8550 starting watts, 4 way electrical splitter, used once. $495. 570-817-8981

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Motorcycle for sale? Let them see it here in the Classifieds! 570-829-7130

412 Autos for Sale

Garage Sales/ Estate Sales/ Flea Markets

MOUNTAINTOP

754

LINEUP ASUCCESSFULSALE INCLASSIFIED!

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

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Medical Equipment

HOSPITAL BED, twin size, good condition $175. 430-4054 JAZZY Select Mobility Chair by pride. Never used, but replaced with new batteries. paid $1200 sell $600 obo. 570-466-0239 LIFT CHAIR by Pride, beautiful brown fabric, like new $400. 570-824-0999

Cars in Color

Use your tax refund to buy. FREE GAS when you ﬁnance a vehicle up to 36 months (See sales representative for details)

W Y O M I N G VA L L E Y

570.822.8870 steve@yourcarbank.com www.wyomingvalleyautomart.com

776 Sporting Goods

BEDROOM SET - 5 piece, cream color with wood tops. $125 or obo. Wood storage bench with pillow top. $75. Oak topped pedestal table. $50. Computer desk, dark oak $150. 570-474-2375

ROD & REEL Anglers Touch 7’ 2 piece rod & Zebco Spin Cast Omega Z03 Reel $65. Micro Lite IMG Graphite 8’ 2 piece rod & Shimano Symetre Reel $60. Fenwick 6’ 6” 2 piece rod &d Shimano spinning side Stab Reel $35. 570825-7251 after 5pm

ENGINE BLOCK ‘65 Corvette with pisttons & cam shaft, casting number 3858180, very good condition $475. 570-430-4054

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DRESSER, 3 drawer, 40”wx17”lx34”tall $25. TV stand 40”wx23”lx25’tall , 2 large windowed cabinets with adjustable shelves $25. 570-235-5216 DRESSERS (3) $60. each. Dining room set, 5 chairs, table with leaf $225. 1 wood trim mirror $30. 1 rocker recliner $30. 1 antique style rocker $100. 1 antique table 2 tier, pie crust $350. 570-822-2641

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

776 Sporting Goods BIKE girls 20” pink, used a few times. $45. includes Schwinn water bottle holder. Montana helmet, gloves, elbow/ knee pads $25. Buy all for $70. 735-2661 BIKE RACK: Thule & Yakima Bike racks 1 for SUV or car, 1 fits tow hitch, holds 4 bikes $ 50. each 570-655-9472 CANNON Uni-Troll Downriggers (2) &nbsp; like new condition, used 2 seasons & nbsp; 8 lb balls included. No bases $275. 570-262-0716 FISHING lures”-3tackle boxes, 1 lake Ontario lures, plugs, spoons, flashers etc., full box plus 2 other tackle boxesflatfish, rapalas, spinners, flies all $175. 570-489-2675 POWER RIDER exercise equipment, nearly new $25. 3 lb hand weights. Hiking shoes women’s size 7 $5. Excellent condition.675-0920

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MOTORCYCLE: Indian battery operated children’s motorcycle. Max speed 2.5 MPH. Recommend age 2+ Like new condition. Asking $50. 570-592-1234 TONKA metal yellow dump truck, sturdy built in excellent condition $10. 570-735-6638

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

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850 Homestead Dr. Bank owned end unit townhome in beautiful condition. Finished walk-out lower level. Private setting. Not your typical foreclosure! $297,000 MLS #12-851 Call Tracy Zarola 570-696-0723

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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

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

Immaculate 4 bedroom 3 bath brick front home in Northwoods. Many amenities include hardwood floors in the living room & dining room, cherry kitchen with breakfast area that opens to deck overlooking a large yard and gazebo. Family room with gas fireplace, moldings, gas heat, central air & attached 2 car garage. MLS#111193 $369,000 Call Rhea 570-696-6677

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Newberry Estate Three story freshly painted unit at Hillside. 2 bedrooms & loft, 3 bath, modern kitchen, fireplace in living room, central air & gas heat. Convenience of living at Newberry Enjoy golf, tennis & swimming. MLS#11-4435 $132,900 Call Rhea 570-696-6677

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Dakota Woods Enjoy maintenance free living at Dakota Woods Development in the Back Mountain. This 3+ bedroom condo features an open floor plan, first floor master suite, hardwood floors, stunning granite kitchen, gas fireplace & 2 car garages. Large loft area provides multiuse space. MLS# 11-3212 $299,000 Call Rhea 570-696-6677

248 Overbrook Rd. Lovely 4 bedroom cape cod situated in a private setting on a large lot. Vaulted ceiling in dining room, large walk in closet in 1 bedroom on 2nd floor. Some replacement windows. Call Today! MLS 11-2733 $114,900 Jay A. Crossin Extension 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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

Just minutes from 309 this Bi-level is ideally located near shopping, schools and major highways. Complete with an oak kitchen with dining area leading to deck, 3 bedrooms and bath on the main level plus L shaped family room, 4th bedroom, power room & storage/ laundry area it awaits its new owners. It offers a spacious rear yard, an enclosed patio and has dual access from 2 streets. $ 121,900. Ann Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

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This country estate features 30 acres of prime land with a pretty home, ultra modern kitchen, 2 full modern baths, bright family room, den, living room & 3 good sized bedrooms. Property has open fields & wooded land, stream, several fieldstone walls & lots of road frontage. Equipment and rights included. $489,000. Coldwell Banker Gerald L. Busch Real Estate 570-288-2514

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

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$214,900.00 Motivated Seller. Very spacious home w/great floor plan features hardwood floors & pocket doors on main level. 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, rear screened patio, attached garage, as well as a 2-car detached garage, all located on a 1 acre country size lot with beautiful views. Please Call Deb Roccograndi at 570-696-6671 MLS#12-691.

3 bedroom ranch. Remodeled kitchen. Added family room. Master bedroom with 1/2 bath. Beautiful oak floor. 3 season room. Deck & shed. Garage. 114476. 100x150 lot. $154,900. Call Besecker Realty 570-675-3611 DALLAS 148 E Center Hill Rd

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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

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

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Conveniently located, roomy and comfortable 2 story awaits your family. 3 bedrooms 1.5 bath, hardwood floors, new deck and pool, new windows. MLS#11-3815 New price $144,900 Call Tracy Zarola 570-696-0723

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

38 Huckleberry Ln Blueberry Hills 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, family room with fireplace, 2 car garage, large yard. Master bath with separate jetted tub, kitchen with stainless steel appliances and island, lighted deck. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 11-3071 $309,860 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

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

125 McAlpine St Ideal starter is this appealing two bedroom 2 story with large lot and 1.5 car garage. Plenty of off street parking, in solid neighborhood. MLS 11-4313 PRICE REDUCED $79,000 Call Arlene Warunek 570-650-4169

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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

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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

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

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

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3 bedrooms, 2 baths, finished basement, screened patio, new paint & carpet. Move in condition. $139,900. Call 570-301-9590 HANOVER TWP 1 Grandview Ave

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

Signature Properties HANOVER TWP 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

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

NEW PRICE $699,000 311 Lockville Rd Stately brick 2 story, with in-ground pool, covered patio, finished basement, fireplace, wood stove, 3 car attached garage, 5 car detached garage with apartment above. MLS#11-1242 Call Joe or Donna, 613-9080

FREELAND 908 Primrose Court Move right into this newer 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath Townhome with many upgrades including hardwood floors throughout and tiled bathrooms. Lovely oak cabinets in the kitchen, central air, fenced in yard, nice quiet neighborhood. MLS 11-2446 $117,900 Call Don Crossin 570-288-0770 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-287-0770

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Spacious 4 bedroom, 1 3/4 bath home. Gas Heat. Deck. Fenced yard. One car garage. MLS 12-832 $71,900 Ann Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

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20 Dexter St., Nice starter home with shed M OVE -I N R EADY ! 3 bedroom. Fenced yard. Security system. Roof 2006. Hanover Area Schools. This home would be eligible for the LUZERNE COUNTY GROWING HOMEOWNERS INITIATIVE. Seller will help with closing cost expenses. MONTHLY PAYMENT $191 ON A 30 YEAR MORTGAGE- HOW CAN YOU BEAT THAT? MLS #11-3023 Reduced $35,000 Call Tracy Zarola 570-696-0723

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Extraordinary Quality Built 4000+ Square Foot Home – the rear yard with stone patio backs up to the 8th Fairway of the Wyoming Valley Country Club! There’s a custom cherry eat-in kitchen with island, formal living and dining rooms with hardwood floors, 1st Floor Family Room with Vermont Stone fireplace and wet bar, 1st floor Master Suite with His & Her Dressing and Powder Rooms opening to a tiled master bath with jetted tub and separate tiled shower; Second floor has 3 additional Bedrooms with walk in closets, 2 full baths and large attic for storage; Gigantic Lower Level Family Room has a stone fireplace, seated bar area with sink & mirrored backsplash, workout area, & powder room. Stunning landscaping surrounds this beautiful home with an indoor and outdoor speaker system, oversized 2 car garage & underground sprinkler system. MLS #11-994 $385,000. Call Pat today @

1626 Halowich Rd. Country living at its finest! This 3 bedroom, 2 and 3/4 bath home features a spacious floor plan. Great room features a fireplace enclosed in PA Cultured Blue Stone w/waterfall on side. Red oak flooring and beams & a panoramic view of the mountainside. Kitchen has granite countertops and hickory cabinets, Satillio terra cotta flooring and sky windows. Much more. MLS 12-471 $270,000 Call Jay Crossin Ext. 23 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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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. 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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285 Lyndwood Ave. Brick 3 bedroom Ranch with full finished basement. Home features large modern kitchen, 3 nice size bedrooms, all with closets, hall coat closet, w/w, modern bath, ceiling fans, fenced yard. Private driveway, newer furnace. Assessed value and taxes recently reduced! MLS 12-222 $86,000 Patricia Lunski 570-814-6671 Antonik & Associates, Inc. 570-735-7494

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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

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

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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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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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431 Chestnut Ave. Charming 2 story single family home with upgrades, including new kitchen cabinets, furnace, hot water heater, 200 amp electric, 2 car detached garage. Walk up attic for additional storage space. MLS 11-4106 $129,900 Jay A. Crossin EXT 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 KINGSTON 58 S. Welles Ave

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

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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

Condo with architect designed interior on three floors. Large well equipped kitchen with breakfast room, den with fireplace with brick and granite hearth. Open floor plan in living room/dining room. Attached 2 car garage, walkout basement with family room, den & bath, could be 4th bedroom. Pets accepted, must be approved by Meadows Association. Gas heat, abundant closet space. $269,000 MLS-12-1203 Call Joe Moore 570-288-1401

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220 Wright Ave Modern 3 bedroom rancher. Woodburning fireplace in living room. Gas heat. Central air conditioning. Aluminum siding. Newer roof. Nice yard. Extras. (FHA financing: $3,045 down, $505/ month, 4.25% interest, 30 years.) MLS 11-4225 $87,000 Bob Kopec HUMFORD REALTY 570-822-5126

Freshly painted Cozy Cape Cod in the heart of Kingston. Walking distance to parks, schools & shopping. Features 2 full baths, formal dining room, 3-4 bedrooms and an oversized garage. Plenty of room for all. $179,900. MLS# 11-4162 Please Call Deb Roccograndi at 570-696-6671

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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

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29 Landon Ave N Striking curb appeal! Beautiful interior including a gas fireplace, hardwood floors, modern kitchen, all new carpeting on the second floor, extra large recently remodeled main bath, serene back patio and spacious yard. MLS#11-3075 $144,900 Call Mary Price 570-696-5418 570-472-1395

Located within 1 block of elementary school & neighborhood park this spacious 4 bedrooms offers 1450 sq. ft of living space with 1.75 baths, walk up attic, and partially finished basement. Extras include gas fireplace, an inground pool with fenced yard, new gas furnace & more. 11-823

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

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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 $115,000 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

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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

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

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

VACANT LAND 333 OAKMONT LANE 1.15 acre, level lot, #254, on cul-de-sac, in Laurel Lakes. Underground electric, phone & cable. Ready for your new home in 2012! MLS# 11-4465 $39,900 Call Christina Kane 570-714-9235

LAFLIN 24 Fordham Road

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

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Beautiful woodwork highlights the Victorian influenced 3 bedroom home featuring hardwood floors, pocket & transoms doors, shuttered windows, crown molding & large bay window. Plus a 2+ bedroom unit with newer kitchen to help pay mortgage. MLS 12-674 $89,000 Call Arlene Warunek 570-650-4169

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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

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LUZERNE MOUNTAIN TOP Smith Hourigan Group (570) 696-1195

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

Large, spacious home, ultra modern kitchen, new windows, carpet & bath. Off-street parking, gas heat & hardwood floors. Large open floor plan. Must See! MLS #12-958 $105,000 Call Lynda Rowinski

Smith Hourigan Group 570-696-5418 Wonderful starter home in a convenient neighborhood. Home features many updates including new windows, roof, kitchen & carpets. Offstreet parking with large yard. Located near schools and shopping. Low taxes & priced to sell! MLS#12-515 $109,900 Everett Davis 696-2600 417-8733

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Nestled on just under an acre just minutes from 81S this colonial offers 2194 sq. ft. of living area plus a finished basement. Enjoy your summer evenings on the wrap around porch or take a quick dip in the above ground pool with tier deck. The covered pavilion is ideal for picnics or gatherings And when the winter winds blow cuddle in front of the gas fireplace and enjoy a quiet night. MLS 11-2260 Priced to Sell, $179,900 Ann Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

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

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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

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

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Adorable home with charm & character. 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, eat-in kitchen, formal dining room, family room with gas fireplace. 3 season room, fenced in yard with rear deck & shed. $119,000 MLS#12-498 Michael Nocera 570-357-4300

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Get ready for your outdoor entertaining!! Fenced & beautifully landscaped lot with huge rear Trex decks and newer above ground pool. Plenty of off-street parking & detached 2-car oversized garage. 2 Story has 3 bedrooms, formal dining room & modern kitchen with corian counters & oak cabinets. MLS# 12-457 $117,900 Call Deb Roccograndi at 570-696-6671

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Totally Remodeled 3 Bedroom home on large lot on a wellkept street in movein condition! Home Includes 1 1/2 Modern Baths w/ stone countertops, tile floors, spacious kitchen with all new appliances & plenty of countertop space! New carpet throughout! MLS 11-3473 $57,900 Call Darren Snyder Marilyn K Snyder Real Estate 570-825-2468

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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

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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

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New Listing. Totally remodeled 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath. Spectacular kitchen w/tile radiant heat floor, center island, appliances. Beautiful cabinets and counters. 1st floor mudroom/laundry. Master bedroom w/double lighted closets, modern bath w/jacuzzi tub and shower. 4 zone gas heat + AC/heat pump. New roof, siding, windows, flooring, fencing. Walk up attic, full partially finished basement. Off street parking. MLS 12-333 $94,500 ANTONIK & ASSOCIATES 570-735-7494 Patricia Lunski, X304 (C) 570-814-6671 NEWPORT TWP.

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

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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

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

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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

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31 Tedrick St. Very nice 3 bedroom with 1 bath. This house was loved and you can tell. Come see for yourself, super clean home with nice curb appeal. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3544 Reduced to $76,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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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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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

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

PLAINS Birchwood hills, 4

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

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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A steal at this price! 4 year young 3 bedroom, (1st floor master bedroom and bath), 3 baths, 1-car garage townhome in Rivermist Development. New carpeting and freshly painted. Rear 10 x 12 deck. Ready to move into. Call for your appointment today! #12-611 $178,000 Karen Altavilla 283-9100 x28

SUGARLOAF

61 Acer Lane Great value, great location on a fabulous lot. From your hot tub you can enjoy the view of the almost full acre lot. Year round sun room, plus you have a Lower Level that adds more space to this great home. Don’t miss out on this incredible buy!! Schedule your showing today. MLS 12-808 $139,900 Call Tony Wasco 570-855-2424 Trademark Realtor Group 570-613-9090 SUGARLOAF

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OWNER MUST SEE! 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 6 car garage, eat-in kitchen, dining room, large living room, utility room, gas fireplace, oil/steam heat, finished basement, fully fenced, screened deck. $144,900. 570-606-6850

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Wonderful home in convenient location features spacious formal rooms, beautiful hardwood floors, & grand stone fireplaces. Kitchen opens to bright sunroom/ breakfast area. 4 large bedrooms, office & 2 baths on 2nd floor. Charming wrap around porch offers views of large property with mature oak and pines. MLS#11-528 $499,000 Call Rhea 570-696-6677

SHAVERTOWN

Move right in to this comfortable, well maintained home. Newer roof and beautiful wood floor. Make this home yours in the New Year! MLS# 11-4538 $165,000 Jolyn Bartoli

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Beautiful setting in a fabulous location. Well maintained 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home sits on a full beautiful acre of land. 3 car garage with a breezeway, first floor master bedroom suite and a great porch to sit and relax on all while enjoying your new serene surroundings. This is a MUST SEE! 12-392 $225,000 Call Tony Wasco 570-855-2424 Trademark Realtor Group 570-613-9090 SWEET VALLEY

If you crave privacy, consider this stunning, 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 2 story traditional cradled on a 2 acre lot. Ultra modern kitchen with breakfast area, great room with cathedral ceiling & fireplace, formal dining room & bonus room over 2 car garage. Only $299,000. MLS# 12-679 Call Barbara Metcalf 570-696-0883 LEWITH & FREEMAN 570-696-3801

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

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Spacious 1791 sq. ft. 1/2 double with wrap around porch, shed & garage. Semi modern kitchen & bath. 3 bedrooms with gas heat and plenty of storage. $24,900. Possible rent to own Ann Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

570-288-6654 PLYMOUTH 22-24 BRADLEY ST

Well maintained aluminum sided double block, gas heat, & an additional lot. Tenant pays all utilities. $92,900 MLS 12-347 Call Florence 570-715-7737

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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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NEW LISTING! Great price! 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, only 3 years old. Located in Sand Springs Golf community. Master bath & second floor laundry. Kitchen has granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances. Basement can be easily finished with walkout sliding doors. Why pay new construction prices? Save thousands! Home is cleaned & ready for occupancy! MLS#12-775 $218,500 Paul Pukatch 696-6559

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3 bedroom, 2.5 bath log sided Ranch on almost 2 acres. Lower level is 3/4 finished. $210,000 MLS-11-4038 Five Mountains Realty 570-542-2141 SHICKSHINNY

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

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Great new construction on 2 acres with 1 year builders warranty! 2 story home, 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, master with whirlpool tub, living room with gas fireplace, dining room with tray ceiling, kitchen, breakfast room & laundry room. 2 car attached garage, open porch & rear deck. $275,000 MLS 11-2453 Five Mountains Realty 570-542-2141 SHICKSHINNY

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

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4 Oliver Road Located in the back part of Oliver Road in a very private part of North Lake in Sweet Valley. Yearning to be restored, lake front cape cod in a very tranquil setting was formerly used as a summer home. MLS 11-2113 $93,500 Jay Crossin CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 ext. 23 SWEET VALLEY

Totally remodeled 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on 1 acre with large family room on lower level. property has small pond and joins state game lands. $141,900 MLS 11-4085 Five Mountains Realty 570-542-2141

SWOYERSVILLE

Very nice Ranch home with 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, kitchen, dining room & living room. Plus propane fireplace in living room, french doors in dining room and large deck with a view. $159,900 MLS 12-287 Five Mountains Realty 570-542-2141

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

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DUPONT 53 Noyes Ave. Single family, 3 bedroom, 1 bath home situated on a double lot with finished family room in basement./ MLS 12-641 $119,900 Jay A. Crossin Ext. 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 SWOYERSVILLE

Vinyl resided, new shingles in 2008, quiet location with level open ground. Replacement windows, new well pump. Property being sold “as is”. MLS 12-760 $69,900. Call Dean 570-256-3343 Five Mountain Realty

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Great Investment. Quiet street close to everything. Nice size rooms. Both sides currently rented. Off street parking in back with a 1 car garage. $89,900. MLS 114207. Call Donna for more information or to schedule a showing. 570-947-3824

Nice double block in good condition with 2 bedrooms on each side. New vinyl siding. Bathrooms recently remodeled. Roof is 2 years old. Fully rented. Tenants pay all utilities. MLS11-580.$53,500 Call Darren Snyder Marilyn K Snyder Real Estate 570-825-2468 WILKES-BARRE

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

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

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REDUCED!!! 78 Maltby Ave. Wonderful family home in a great neighborhood. A large master suite and family room addition make this home a must see! There is an inground pool and attached in-law suite. MLS 11-4572 $210,000 Call Kelly Connolly-Cuba EXT. 37 Crossin Real Estate 570-288-0770 SWOYERSVILLE

Wonderful home in great neighborhood. Relax in the pool after a hard day of work. Property offers the opportunity to have your own Beauty Shop (equipment negotiable), or expand your living space. Buyer responsible for confirming zoning for business. All measurements approximate. MLS# 12-833 $219,000 Jolyn Bartoli

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

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18 Atlantic Ave. Large 2 story home with 2 baths, attached garage. Being sold as-is. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-4475 $49,900 Call Tom 570-262-7716

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

WEST PITTSTON

Wonderful, cozy home on a corner lot with in-ground pool, yard and carport. Home is across from Fox hill Country Club. $120,000 MLS# 12-755 Jolyn Bartoli

Smith Hourigan Group 570-696-5425 WEST WYOMING

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

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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

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TAYLOR 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

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New Listing. Opportunity knocking. Stately 2 story, river front home located on Susquehanna Ave. New heat, new electrical, 1st floor studded, 2nd floor good condition. $149,900 Call Donna Mantione 570-613-9080

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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

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

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

527 S. Franklin St. If you’re looking for a large home with Victorian charm, come and see this 4 bedroom with many great features. Cedar closet in Master bedroom, enclosed 2nd floor sun porch, full bath and bedroom on 3rd floor. Beautiful woodwork, newer appliances and water heater. Additional fenced side yard offers may possibilities. MLS 11-2495 $125,000 Call Connie for a look EILEEN R. MELONE REAL ESTATE 570-821-7022

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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

Smith Hourigan Group 570-696-5425 ONLY $89,900 Old World Charm abounds in this Move In Ready updated 6 Bedroom Victorian with new plumbing, new furnace, new water heater; original hardwood floors, stunning restored lighting fixtures, wonderful window treatments, new berber carpet on stairs & second floor bedrooms; one Bedroom on the 2nd floor could be a grand office with built in desk & bookcases, 3rd floor rooms need a little TLC - super-sized L shaped lot, one car garage – priced under market for a quick sale….. MLS #12-744 Call Pat today @

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WILKES-BARRE

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

60 Kulp St. 3-4 bedroom, 2 story home with well kept hardwood floors throughout. Private driveway with parking for 2 cards and nearly all replacement windows. MLS 11-2897 $59,900 Jay A. Crossin Ext. 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 WILKES-BARRE To Settle Estate $56,900 REDUCED! Offer Needed!

314 Horton Street Wonderful home, 6 rooms. 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, twostory, living room with built-in bookcase, formal dining room with entrance to delightful porch. Eat-in kitchen. Private lot, detached garage. A must see home. MLS 11-2721 New Price $56,900 GO TO THE TOP... CALL

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WILKES-BARRE

44 Hillard St. Lovely 3 bedroom in move in condition. Beautiful hardwood floors throughout, crown molding and lots of character and charm. Large closets and lots of storage space. New vinyl fence around back yard. New front porch. One stall garage has a new roof and is accessed via alley behind property. Water heater is new. MLS 12-510 $74,000 Shelby Watchilla 570-762-6969 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

Handyman Special Extra large duplex with 7 bedrooms, 2 baths, fireplace, screened porch, full basement and 2 car garage on double lot in Wilkes-Barre City. $58,000. ERA BRADY ASSOCIATES 570-836-3848

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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

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

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WYOMING

DOUBLE BLOCK

WILKES-BARRE 46 Bradford Street

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

Fall in love with this gorgeous brick home just a few minutes from town. spacious rooms, a view of the countryside, a fenced inground pool, gazebo with electric, spacious recreation room with wet bar, curved oak staircase, beautiful French doors and a fireplace in the kitchen are just some of the features that make this home easy to love. MLS# 12-443 $600,000 Jolyn Bartoli

Easily converts to single home. New roof, electric, windows & 2 car garage. Remodeled. 66 x 100 feet, fenced lot, $130,000. 570-693-2408

WYOMING

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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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263 Lawrence St Pride of ownership shows in this nicely updated & well maintained home with possible in-law suite/apt. Enjoy off street parking, spacious yard & large deck with beautiful views of the valley. 1st floor has large separate eat-in kitcher, living room, bed & bath. 2nd floor has large eatin kitchen, living/ dining combo, 3 bed, 1 bath & 2nd floor laundry. Many possibilities to fit your needs! Must see! MLS #12-518 $ 92,000 Call Christina @ (570) 714-9235

FORTY FORT

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

Income & Commercial Properties

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

BEAR CREEK

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

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115 New St. Office building with over 2600 sq. ft. can be divided for up to 3 tenants with own central air and utilities and entrances. New roof. 20-25 parking spots in excellent condition. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-607 $249,900 Call Tom

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KINGSTON

155 Sharpe St. Nice duplex with separate electric and water. Off street parking in rear. Also listed as residential. See list #12-609 for additional photos. MLS 12-605 $79,900 Jay A. Crossin Ext. 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 KINGSTON

WILKES-BARRE

64-66 Dorrance St. 3 units, off street parking with some updated Carpets and paint. $1500/ month income from long time tenants. W/d hookups on site. MLS 11-3517 $99,900 Call Jay A. Crossin Ext. 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

Duplex. Aluminum siding, oil heat, semi - modern kitchens, long term tenant. On a spacious 50’ x 150’ lot. Motivated Seller. REDUCED. $37,900 Anne Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

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

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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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Nice duplex zoned commercial, can be used for offices as well as residential. All separate utilities. Keep apt. space or convert to commercial office space. Adjacent lot for sale by same owner. MLS 11-2176 $79,900 Jay A. Crossin CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 ext. 23

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 INCOME/ COMMERCIAL PROPERTY NANTICOKE

WILKES-BARRE 98-100 Lockhart St

Great Investment Opportunity. Separate utilities. Motivated seller! MLS 11-4330 $80,000 Maria Huggler CLASSIC PROPERTIES 570-587-7000

WYOMING PRICE REDUCED!

PLAINS

LAFLIN 107-109 E. Carey St. High traffic, high potential location with enough space for 2 second floor apartments. A stones throw away from the casino. Large front windows for showroom display. Basement & sub - basement for additional storage or workspace. PRICE REDUCED $99,500 MLS# 10-1919 Call Stanley (570) 817-0111 COLDWELL BANKER RUNDLE REAL ESTATE 570-474-2340

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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PLYMOUTH

155 E Walnut St. Good investment property knocking on your door. Don't miss out, come and see for yourself. Also included in the sale of the property is the lot behind the home. Lot size is 25X75, known as 147 Cherry St. $82,000 MLS# 10-2666 Call Karen Coldwell Banker Rundle Real Estate 570-474-2340

39 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

WEST PITTSTON

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Unique investment opportunity. Vacant storefront which can be used for office, retail, etc. with a 3-room, 1 bedroom apartment above. Other side of the building is a 6room, 3 bedroom home. Perfect for owner occupied business with additional rental income from apartment. Newer roof & furnace, hardwood floors, off-street parking, corner lot. MLS#12-780 $44,900 Karen Ryan 283-9100 x14

DALLAS AREA

134 Ann St. Nice duplex in a great neighborhood. Low maintenance. Investors: Money maker right from the start. Unit 2 is owner occupied, rent is projected. MLS 12-575 $119,000 David Krolikowski 570-288-0770 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 WEST WYOMING 331 Holden St 10-847

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

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3 lots. 70 x 125. City water and sewer, gas available. $36,500 per lot. 570-675-5873 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 HARDING

PITTSTON

341 Wyoming Ave. 3 story Victorian located in a high exposure area. Has all the lovely signature woodwork of a grand Victorian of yesteryear! Can be restored for use as a residential home or a landlord investment. Currently subdivided into multiple office spaces and 2 apartments. MLS 12-617 $190,000 Jay A. Crossin Ext. 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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PITTSTON

Move in condition. 3 bedrooms, 1 bath. Corner lot. $132,900 MLS 12-428 Call Stephen 570-613-9080

909

KINGSTON

KINGSTON 7 Hoyt St

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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

909

Many possibilities for this building. 40 + parking spaces, 5 offices, 3 baths and warehouse. $249,000 with option to lease Maria Huggler Classic Properties 570-587-7000

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269 S. Washington Zoned C-1. 3 floors with 10 units; 8 apartments and 2 office spaces. Huge potential for student housing, offices or social group. MLS 12-615 $175,000 John Shelley 570-702-4162 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

Almost an acre of cleared level land with well, septic and utilities. Property currently has a mobile home in need of some TLC but not on permanent foundation. A beautiful country location only minutes from town. 12-1178 $39,900 Karen Ryan 283-9100 x14

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

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HUGHESTOWN

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

JACKSON TWP 1 acre with well, septic and driveway in place. Asking $39,900. Make reasonable offer. DEREMER REALTY 570-477-1149

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EAST MOUNTAIN RIDGE (Formerly Pocono

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

HUNLOCK CREEK

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

MOOSIC

VACANT LAND Corner of Drake St. & Catherine, Moosic. 80x111 building lot with sewer & water available, in great area with newer homes. Corner lot. For more details visit www.atlasrealtyinc.com. MLS #12-1148. Call Charlie

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

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WYOMING

FIRST ST. 4 building lots each measuring 68x102 with public utilities. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-439 $39,900 EACH Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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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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2 & 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

BEAR CREEK

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

CHASE 1ST FLOOR

EFFICIENCY 1 bedroom, offstreet parking, no pets, $500/month, plus utilities. 570-696-5602 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 DUPONT Completely remodeled, modern 2 bedroom townhouse style apartment. Lots of closet space, with new carpets and completely repainted. Includes stove, refrigerator, washer, dryer hook up. Nice yard & neighborhood, no pets. $595 + security. Call 570-479-6722

Apartments/ Unfurnished

EAST MOUNTAIN APARTMENTS

heat, washer & dryer hookup, tile kitchen & bath. Large yard. $545 + utilities, security & references. Call 570-840-4534

EXETER 1 BEDROOM. $450. Newly remodeled, off street parking. 570-602-0758

EXETER 850 SQ. FT. 2nd Story apartment for rent. 1086 Wyoming Ave Apt A 1 Bedroom/1Bath/ Living room/full Kitchen. New exterior doors with locks. Cleaned before showing. Private off street parking space included. Right on Wyoming Ave in the middle of town. Great Area. $475 a month. Water and Sewer included. you just pay electrical and your garbage sticker. Call Charlie at 570-760-7504 for showings and details.

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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

FORTY FORT

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KINGSTON

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HANOVER TOWNSHIP

2 bedroom, 2nd floor. Stove & refrigerator, washer/dryer hook up. No pets. $475 + security & utilities Call 570-822-7657 HANOVER TWP. 30 Garrahan St.

QUIET NEIGHBORHOOD NEAR UNIVERSITIES

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

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HANOVER TWP. Beautiful 2 bed-

room 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 bedroom. Newly

2 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

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 Beautiful, over-

sized executive style apartment in large historic home. Two bedrooms, one bath, granite kitchen, hardwood floors, dining room, living room, basement storage, beautiful front porch, washer/ dryer. $1,200 monthly plus utilities. No pets. No smoking. Call 570-472-1110

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

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KINGSTON

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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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

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

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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

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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 apart-

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

MOUNTAIN TOP 1 bedroom with full

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

NANTICOKE 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 bed-

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

NANTICOKE

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

NANTICOKE

LARGE EFFICIENCY. New carpeting, clean. Garbage Included. $350 + utilities, security & references. Call 570-815-2265

NANTICOKE

Nice 2 bedroom Eat-in kitchen, living room, full bath, stove/fridge, washer/dryer, $475 + utilities. No Pets. Call 570-760-3637 or 570-477-3839

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

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30+ DAY

BEING REMODELED

NORTH WILKES-BARRE FIRST FLOOR EFFICIENCY / 1 BEDROOM, BRAND NEW FLOORING, CARPETING, MODERN/APPLIANCES, ELECTRIC/GAS FIREPLACE. APPLICATION/EMPLO YMENT VERIFICATION “being considered” NO PETS/SMOKING 2 YEARS @ $500+ UTILITIES. MANAGED!

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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 SIDE

1 bedroom, appliances.W/D hookup, carpet, deck, parking. Trash & sewer included. No smoking, no pets. $440 + Security and lease Call 570-693-2586

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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

PITTSTON

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

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

PITTSTON

SINGLE DELUXE APARTMENT 2 large bedrooms over two car heated garage. Wall to wall carpet, large kitchen & living room, 1.5 baths. Master bath has shower & whirlpool tub, custom vanities & tile. Gas heat, central vacuum & air, all appliances. Sundeck off kitchen. $950/month, plus utilities, & security. No pets. 570-654-1621 or 570-654-6720 PLAINS

MODERN 1ST FLOOR

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

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 bedroom, 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

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Newly renovated, charming & spacious 1st floor, 2 bedroom apartment. Off street parking. $760. Heat /hot water included. 570-881-0546

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WEST WYOMING

1st floor, 1 bedroom, $450 per month + utilities. No pets, no smoking. Call 570-693-1000

WEST WYOMING

425 West 8th Street New 1st floor, 2 bedroom with off street parking, washer/dryer hook up, stove. 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.

WILKES-BARRE

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

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Apartments/ Unfurnished

WYOMING 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. 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

DOLPHIN PLAZA

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

RETAIL SHOPPES 30-60 day availability FORTY FORT WYOMING AVE

“America Realty” Rentals Lease one or more “divided/ small shoppes”. Starting @ $550 2 years, 500/600 approximate sq. ft. Inquiries apply:

570-288-1422

KINGSTON

OFFICE SPACE

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BLOOMSBURG

150 East 9th Street, 3891 square feet. Newly remodeled. Offices, conference area, large open area, energy efficient & parking. Call 570-387-3300

PITTSTON

WILKES-BARRE

3 bedroom, 2nd floor apartment, off street parking, washer & dryer hookup, no pets. $550 + security & utilities. Call 570-822-7657

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 WILKES-BARRE

LAFAYETTE GARDENS

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

WILKES-BARRE

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

WILKES-BARRE S W S . OUTH

ELLES

Available Now. 2 bedrooms, 1st floor. New paint & carpet, heat, hot water, sewer & garbage included. $635 + security. Pets OK with approval. Section 8 Welcome. 570-589-9767

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

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

PITTSTON COOPERS CO-OP

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

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

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

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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

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Garages

950

Half Doubles

WEST PITTSTON

1 locking garage/ storage unit for rent. 13’x15’. $55/month. No electric. Call 570-357-1138 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

HANOVER TOWNSHIP 2 bedroom. $490 /month + utilities & security. Back yard & off street parking. No pets. 570-262-1021

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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 double 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

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

KINGSTON TOWNSHIP Available immedi-

ately. 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, backyard, front porch, large kitchen, $570 per month, Call 570-332-5723

LUZERNE

2 bedrooms, off street parking, stove & refrigerator, washer / dryer. No pets. Non smoking. $450 + utilities, security & references. Call Mark 570-262-2896 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

NANTICOKE

1207 Prospect St 3 bedrooms. Hardwood floors. Eat-in kitchen with appliances, including dishwasher. 1.5 bath. Washer/dryer hook up. Basement & front porch. Sewer & garbage included. No pets. No smoking. $625 + utilities & security. 570-814-1356

PLAINS

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

PLAINS

PLYMOUTH

122 Willow St.

Very clean and comfortable ½ double for rent. Large, level fenced yard. Quiet neighborhood. Rental application, verification of employment / income & credit check required. Tenant is responsible for all utilities except sewer. Call today for your private showing MLS 12-426 $550/ month plus security deposit Mary Ellen Belchick 696-6566 Walter Belchick 606-2600 ext. 301

WEST WYOMING

3 bedrooms, 1 bath, refrigerator & stove, washer/ dryer hookup. Nice yard. $500/month + utilities by tenant. Security & references 570-693-7535 WILKES-BARRE SOUTH Nice, spacious 4 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath half double. Close to schools, Wilkes U & downtown WilkesBarre. Eat in kitchen. Rear handicap ramp. 2nd floor laundry hook-up. Full basement. Off street parking. $850 + utilities. Call 570-793-9449

WILKES-BARRE/SOUTH

Nice 3 bedroom with eat in kitchen & walk up attic. Walking distance to school & parks. $700/month + utilities & 1 month security. (570) 793-9449

WYOMING

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

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ALDEN

Large single family home. 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bath, huge family room & fenced yard, off street parking, pets OK on approval. $1000 + security. Tenant pays utilities. Call

570-592-7918

DALLAS

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

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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

HARVEYS LAKE

2 small bedrooms, All appliances including washer / dryer. Security & 1st month’s rent. NO PETS. 570-762-6792

HARVEYS LAKE

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

LARKSVILLE

Conveniently located. Spacious 4 bedroom single. Gas heat. Off street parking. Lease, no pets. $650 + utilities & Security. Call Ann Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

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

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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 bedroom,

3 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

WILKES-BARRE

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

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Female roommate wanted. 2nd floor of house, 1.5 rooms, all utilities included. $400/month. Call 570-212-2594

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