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Acting Luzerne County Election Bureau Chief Tom Pizano said he’s confident today’s election will run smoothlyintheabsenceofrecently terminated director Leonard Piazza, but he’s not taking credit. Pizano said the bureau staff already is experienced handling election day duties.

“My only function is to facilitate and oversee what they know how to do,” he said. He also pointed Monday to Pizano computerized mapping department employees Dave Skoronski and Nettie Ginochetti, who were performing computer testing in the first-floor council meeting room at the courthouse, the home base for election result tabulations. CountyInformationTechnology

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Director Steve Englot also assisted with other computer issues, he said. Rounding out the team, Willie Wesley, a representative of the electronic voting By KASIE HUNT machine vendor ElecAssociated Press tion Systems & Software, is here to ensure ASTON, Pa. — Mitt ELECTION machine preparations Romney declined Monare in order, Pizano said. day to endorse an immiA popular live election gration proposal from poresultsfeedalreadyisreadytogo tential running mate Marco Ruonthecounty’swebsite,www.lubio. Romney said he’s considerzernecounty.org. ing the freshman Florida senator’s plan to help some See PRIMARY, Page 12A young people stay in the country

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After battling through academic issues, quarterback Paul Jones finally got back on the field for Penn State at Saturday’s Blue-White Game. From the reaction of the fans, he was a welcome addition to the Nittany Lions’ quarterback competition. Page 1B AIMEE DILGER/THE TIMES LEADER

orkers clean debris from a storm drain on Mill Creek in Wilkes-Barre on Monday. The workers with the Federal W Emergency Management Agency have been cleaning up areas since the flooding last September. Mill Creek was nearly empty on Friday and is now flowing with water after the weekend storm dropped more than an inch of rain on

the area. In other parts of the state, several inches of snow fell as the result of the late April Nor’easter. For state and local stories, see page 6A.

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Musto too sick for trial, defense says

Judge asked to appoint expert to examine ex-state senator, facing a number of charges. By TERRIE MORGAN-BESECKER tmorgan@timesleader.com

SCRANTON — Federal prosecutors have asked a judge to appoint a medical expert to examine former state Sen. Raphael Musto based on a report by a physician who says Musto is so ill with liver disease that the rigors of a trial could kill him. Musto, 83, is scheduled to go on trial on June 4 on several corruption charges. His attorneys re-

cently provided prosecutors with a report by Dr. Cataldo Doria, who said Musto is being treated for an Musto “aneurismal sac” that is impairing the function of his liver, according to court papers filed Monday by the U.S. Attorney’s Office. Doria’s report said Musto is “too sick to withstand the rigor of trial preparation and the stress of the trial itself,” and that any complications to his fragile health condition “can be fatal.” U.S. Attorney Peter J. Smith

has asked the court to appoint an expert to provide an independent evaluation of Musto’s condition. Federal law allows a judge to appoint an expert to testify regarding any relevant issue at trial, Smith said. He noted Musto does not object to the request. “With trial pending, the defendant’s health and his ability to assist in his defense are relevant and ripe for the court’s consideration … It is apparent that the appointment of an independent expert to conduct an examination of the defendant is warranted,” Assistant U.S. Attorney Michael Consiglio said in the motion. Musto was indicted by a grand

jury in November 2010 on charges of honest services fraud, corrupt receipt of a reward for official action and false statements. Prosecutors allege Musto accepted money and gifts from a local businessman — identified by Musto’s attorneys as real estate developer Robert Mericle — for using his influence as a senator to assist Mericle’s projects. He was originally scheduled to go on trial in November 2011, but it was twice continued due to health reasons. Smith said he expects the June trial date will again be continued pending the outcome of the medical examination.

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WASHINGTON — The nation’s Social Security and Medicare programs are sliding closer to insolvency, the federal government warned Monday in a new report underscoring the fiscal challenges facing the two mammoth retirement programs as baby boomers begin to retire. Medicare, which is expected to provide health insurance to more

“We must take steps to keep these programs whole for the future.”

than 50 million elderly and disabled Americans this year, is expected to start operating in the red in its largest fund in 2024, accordingtotheannualassessmentbythe trustees charged with overseeing

than projected last year. “We must take steps to keep these programs whole for the fuTimothy F. Geithner ture,” Treasury Secretary Timothy Treasury secretary F. Geithner, the senior trustee, told reporters Monday. When the Social Security and Medicare funds are exhausted, the programs. And the Social Security trust they will still be able to pay benefits fund, which will provide assistance because they will continue to colto more than 45 million people in lect tax revenue. But the deficits 2012,willbeunabletofulfillitsobligations in 2033, three years earlier See FUNDS, Page 12A

SCRANTON — The sale of the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees Triple-A baseball franchise is ready to move to the public review stage. Lackawanna County director of communications Joe D’Arienzo said late Monday afternoon that a public meeting will be held Wednesday Lackawanna County could night at 7 in the main thebe required to ater of the pay Luzerne Scranton County half of Cultural the franchise Center. The time sales prohad not yet ceeds. been set, but D’Arienzo said the Lackawanna County Multi-Purpose Stadium Authority is expected to meet and vote on the sale Thursday. If a sale is completed, a ground-breaking ceremony for the reconstruction of PNC Field, the former Lackawanna County Stadium, could be held as early as Monday. Construction equipment was already in place at PNC Field in anticipation of the final agreement on the sale. Lackawanna County commissioners announced April 9 they were “on the verge” of an agreement to complete the sale of the franchise to SWB Yankees, a joint cooperative venture of the New York Yankees and Mandalay Baseball Properties. Mandalay had been managing the franchise as part of an earlier agreement between Lackawanna County and the New York Yankees. Thelasttwoweekshavebeen spent putting the sales agreement in writing and then making the necessary additions, deletions and substitutions. D’Arienzo confirmed that the calling of Wednesday’s meeting means the involved parties have now agreed to any of the necessary revisions. He said county commissioners and representatives of the construction crew will be at the meeting to present details of the sale to the public. Construction cannot begin until the sale is complete. Completion of the $14.6 milSee YANKS, Page 12A

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Hazleton moves to buy property By GERI GIBBONS Times Leader Correspondent

HAZLETON -- Angelo and Michael Greco, owners of a property at Broad and Laurel streets, on Monday night objected to the passing of a city council resolution that would allow the city to purchase that property through eminent domain. In another matter, city council rescinded a resolution that would approve consolidation of Hazleton Public Transit with the Luzerne County Transit Authority. Both Grecos addressed council at length, saying they would would be utilizing the property for a vertical garden that might include such features as a vegetarian restaurant and family horticultural center. When questioned extensively by Council Member Karin Cabell, Michael Greco reminded council that it was not government’s job to police private enterprise. He said he and his family have a long history of successful business and, although the success of any business could not be projected, he would draft a sound business plan that would benefit the community. “I believe that you are just holding out for more money,” Cabell said. Greco assured council the money he had put into the property to demolish the structure and maintain safety went well beyond the fair market value of $65,000 that the council would pay for the property. Despite the arguments, a resolution granting eminent domain over the property passed 3-2, with council members Jean Mope and Jack Mundie dissenting. “If the city is not itself fiscally responsible, I believe that they have no right to confiscate property from area businessmen,” said Dee Deakos, a downtown resident. In the transit consolidation matSee HAZLETON, Page 12A

Monty recalled as ‘one of a kind’ of Luzerne, and they had one son. Jim Evans said his dad was a unique character, always dressed to the Evans nines, and he played up Halloween by dressing like Charlie Chaplin or handed out coal at Christmas as Scrooge. “He had a love for classic old Hollywood,” Evans said. Prior to opening his own business,MontyEvanswasasalesman for some European camera companies and traveled the East Coast and into Europe. Evans said his dad could take apart a camera and put it back together easily, but did not master

By EILEEN GODIN Times Leader Correspondent

It is rare in life to meet someone who brings out the best in people, and Monty Evans, formerly of the Back Mountain, had that kind of charisma. Evans, former owner of Monty’s Toby Creek Inn, now known as Dugan’s Pub in Luzerne, passed away in Savannah, Ga., Sunday, April 15, 2012. A full obituary will follow in a coming edition. His son, Jim Evans of the Back Mountain, said his dad was well known by many for his marketing and sales knowledge, style, love of photography and humor. Born in Syracuse, N.Y., Monte Evans moved to the Back Mountain area in the 1960, his son said. Evans married Joan Ondish Evans

social media. A man before his time, Monty Evans“twittered”throughaclassified ad in The Times Leader, marked by a tuxedo logo, Evans said. The ad usually was an ambiguous message, Evans said. “Sometimes others would use the logo to send messages to him,” he said. “He had a talent for words, very engaging.” The messages were meant for a specific person, Evans said. Monty Evans was often asked to be a master of ceremonies, his son recalled, including by Al Boscov for an event with Sophia Loren, who was visiting one of his stores to promote her newest fragrance. Monty Evans opened Monty’s Toby Creek Inn in the 1980s and stayed in business until the early

Nuangola project issues addressed By TOM HUNTINGTON Times Leader Correspondent

NUANGOLA – Some pre-bid test boring has been occurring in the borough without approval by either the sewer authority or its engineer, the Quad3 Group of Wilkes-Barre, it was alleged at Monday night’s meeting of the borough’s sewer authority. Councilman Joe Tucker said a contractor apparently interested in submitting a bid on the pending sewer system project did test boring work on Fawn Avenue resulting in residents of this area having their cable and phone services severed for two days. Tucker’s allegation resulted in authority solicitor Robert Gonos issuing a statement declaring that “neither the authority nor its engineer has given approval for any test boring during the bidding process.” Gonos said, however, that any resultant action against a contractor or firm is not the responsibility of the authority or its engineer but of council. Tucker said he will file a report with the borough and the police this week. He said the affected utilities restored service on Monday with a “temporary fix.” The bidding process is scheduled to conclude on Friday, April 27 at 7 p.m., when bids are to be opened. Rich Kresge, project en-

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gineer, said more than 20 contractors have obtained a bid package that outlines specifications and procedures. In other matter, Ron Walsh of Nuangola Road, whose property is adjacent to the municipal building, objected to a trailer intended for administrative and filing services being situated on borough land. He said borough code restricts trailers from being utilized as permanent structures. He said he fears the trailer will become permanent. The trailer, which was described as being federal surplus, was purchased for $2,995 after the April 10 meeting . David Pekar, authority chairman, assured Walsh the unit will be used only during the length of the sewer project. Walsh said however that he is going to pursue legal action. In his report, Kresge, who reviewed lingering permit and procurement issues, also stated the authority still faces a demand from Joseph Gibbons, Luzerne County engineer, that the authority stand the expense of repaving Blytheburn Road. Kresge said Gibbons wants these assurances before issuing a highway occupancy permit.

Goldie E. Lloyd April 22, 2012

oldie E. Lloyd, age 77, of Brunswick, passed away on Sunday, April 22, 2012, in her home. She was born on October 11, 1934, to Robert and Elizabeth Ide in Lehman. She worked for many years at what is now Chase Bank as well as the Medina County Treasurer’s Office. Goldie is survived by her beloved husband of 52 years, Arthur Jr.; loving children, Arthur III (Donna) Lloyd, Diane (John) Skoda, Kelly (Chuck) Walker; treasured grandchildren, Josephine, Elyse, Emily, Benjamin, Nicholas; brother Pete; sisters Betty, Esther, Audrey and Roberta. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by brother Robert and sister Anne. Goldie enjoyed playing with her grandchildren, cross-stitching, reading and going out on lunch dates. Family and friends may call on Thursday from 1 to 3 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. at Waite and Son Funeral Home, 3300 Center Road, Brun-

swick, OH 44212. A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday at 7 p.m. in the funeral home with Pastor Mark Campo officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to a charity of your choosing. Online condolences may be left at www.waitefuneralhome.com.

Piatt, 76, resident of A lfred Greendale, Ind., passed away in

his home on Friday, April 20, 2012. He was born on September 27, 1935, in Kingston, son of the late Charles R. Piatt Sr. and Eleanor Sweitzer Piatt. Alfred graduated from Plymouth High School, Wyoming Seminary and Penn State University. He was employed for many years at U.S. Steel. He served in the U.S. Army. Alfred was a member of the Penn State Alumni Association and the Elks. While Living in Cape Coral Fla., he volunteered with the Cape Coral Hospital and Police Department. He enjoyed boating, gardening and spending time with his grandchildren. Surviving are his former spouse, Eydie Piatt, Lawrenceburg, Ind.; daughters, Julie Ardis and husband Glenn, Lawrenceburg, Ind.; Lisa Piatt, East Haven, Conn.; son, Eric Piatt, Holland, Pa.; grandchildren, Garrett and Colton; sisters, Carol Arabinick, Ben Salem; Marion Berkheiser, Berwick; Eleanore Morgan, Georgia; brother, Clarke Piatt, Hunlock Creek; many nieces and neph-

Stella A. Reno April 22, 2012 tella A. Reno, formerly of Grove Street, Wilkes-Barre, was sent to S the Lord Sunday, April 22, 2012, sur-

rounded by her loving family. Born September 15, 1925, in Plymouth, daughter of the late Kostick and Anna Bogdon Kozmiski, Stella was a graduate of Plymouth High School, class of 1943. She formerly worked for Empire Dress Company, Wilkes-Barre, for over 25 years. Stella enjoyed her family, traveling, crocheting, and was a proud supporter of breast cancer research. She was a member of St. Nicholas Church, Wilkes-Barre, and its Senior Citizens Organization. She is survived by children, Rosanne and her husband, William Hartwigsen, Bear Creek; Nicholas and his wife, Diane Reno, Pittsburgh; Andrew and his wife, Beth Ann Reno, Wilkes-Barre; Dianne and her husband, George Stilp, Luzerne; John Reno and his companion, Lorie Elias, Wyoming; grandchildren, Amy Graham, Becky Hartwigsen, Nicholas and Brian Reno, Angela Reno, Victoria Reno and Brianna Stilp; great-grandsons, Brendan Graham and Nicholas Reno 4th; sister, Anna Krashefski, Buffalo N.Y.; sister–in– law, Evelyn Kozmiski, Wilkes-Barre; several nieces and nephews.

Proctor at the St. John’s Episcopal Church in Glyndon, Md. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made “In Memory of Adam Katlic” to the St. John’s Episcopal Church, 3738 Butler Road, Glyndon, MD 21136. To send the family words of comfort, please visit www.elinefuneralhome.com or write to dkkatlic@msn.com or mrkatlic@msn.com.

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Stella is preceded in death by husband, Nicholas Reno; and brother, Stanley Kosmiski. Funeral will be held Wednesday at 9 a.m. from Mamary-Durkin Funeral Service, 59 Parrish St., WilkesBarre, with Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in St. Nicholas Church, Washington St., Wilkes-Barre. Interment will be held in Maple Hill Cemetery, Hanover Township. Friends may call at the funeral home today from 4 to 7 p.m. Those who desire may give memorial contributions to Hospice of the Sacred Heart, 600 Baltimore Drive, Wilkes-Barre, or to the Alzheimer’s Association, GPA, 57 N. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre.

Anna M. Kester

2012, in the Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Dallas. Born in the Miners Mills Section of Wilkes-Barre, Anna was a daughter of the late Thomas and Veronica Smolko Stranova. She was a graduate of Coughlin High School, Wilkes-Barre. Anna was formerly employed by Carter Footwear, Parsons, and Natona Mills, Dallas. She was an owner and property manager of Echo Valley Estates, Shavertown. Anna served on the Board of Directors of Homebound Health Services Inc. She loved to garden, bake and was an avid recipe collector. She enjoyed traveling and had been on several cross-country bus trips. She was a member of St. Frances Cabrini Church, Carverton. Preceding her in death, in addition to her parents, were her first husband, Val Slovinski; son Nicholas Kester; brothers, John and Jo-

seph Stranova. Surviving are her husband of 49 years, Michael J. Kester, Shavertown; daughters, Nancy Johns and husband Robert (Jesse), Pringle; Bonnie Stachnik and husband Jeffrey, Dallas; son, Michael Kester II, and wife Donna, Shavertown; grandchildren, David, Scott, Jeffery, Richard Connors; Joseph, Jeffrey, Michael and John Stachnik; Alexandra, Jacob and Joshua Kester; greatgrandchildren, A.J., Callista, Olivia and Deena Connors; sister, Margaret Yedinak, Dushore; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 9:30 a.m. in the Harold C. Snowdon Funeral Home Inc., 140 N. Main St., Shavertown. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10 a.m. in St. Frances Cabrini Church, Carverton. The Rev. Vincent H. Dang will officiate. Interment will be made in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Carverton. Friends may call at the funeral home Wednesday from 5 until 8 p.m.

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ews. He was preceded in death by sisters, Elizabeth Covert, Catherine Miles, Shirley Sorber; brothers, Charles Jr., and Burton. Memorial services will be held on Saturday, with calling hours from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Clarke Piatt Funeral Home Inc., 6 Sunset Lake Road, Hunlock Creek. Military services will be conducted at 1 p.m. in the funeral home by the Shickshinny American Legion Post 495. Memorials may be made to the woundedwarriorproject.org or to heart.org.

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2012. Adam was born December 26, 1987 in Kingston, and lived in the Back Mountain until last year, when he moved with his family to Baltimore. He attended Wyoming Seminary and Holy Redeemer High School, and then worked in various restaurants as a chef. Adam grew up exploring the woods behind his house in Lehman. He loved animals, especially his cats, Bam and Bagheera, and enjoyed cooking, chess and computers. He had a profound intelligence and a lightning sense of humor. Adam is survived by his parents, Diane and Mark; sister, Katherine; grandparents, Helen Kopcha, John and Nancy Katlic; many aunts, uncles, and cousins. He is preceded in death by his grandfather, Frank Kopcha. A private family Celebration of Life will be led by the Rev. Richard

1990s. Charlie Dugan, owner of Dugan’s Pub, remembers him as a great self-promoter and businessman. “He was one of a kind,” said Dugan. “He would accept a bar chip from other establishments.” Monty Evans suffered a stroke inthemid-1990s.Afterrecovering, he moved to Costa Rica and spent time in Havana, Cuba, before settling in Savannah, Ga. Inspired by author Graham Greene’s novel “Our Man in Havana,” Monty Evans set out to become the man of Savannah, Jim Evans said. Dressed in his best, his dad drove a Crown Victoria for the Yellow Cab Co., providing top-ofthe-line customer service. “He was a taxi concierge,” Jim Evans said.

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D.A.: Probe into teen’s death ongoing Update on investigation of shooting of Tyler Winstead could be coming soon, Stefanie Salavantis says.

A plaque at Picatinny Arsenal honors Master Sgt. Paul D. Karpowich. PICATINNY, N.J.

Arsenal honors Karpowich

Picatinny Arsenal dedicated a small arms range complex Monday to Master Sgt. Paul D. Karpowich, an infantry soldier and former drill instructor from Hazleton who died with other soldiers in a dining hall in Mosul, Iraq, on Dec. 21, 2004. “His loss is still felt by the Army, the people from his town in Pennsylvania and of course by his family,” said Brig. Gen. Jonathan Maddux, Picatinny Arsenal’s senior commander. Karpowich’s sister, Kristen R. Holloway, described her brother with three words: drive, leadership and pride. “If he wasn’t doing several tasks simultaneously, all to perfection, he wasn’t happy,” said Holloway. Karpowich studied architecture at Luzerne County Community College, where he received an associate’s degree in architectural design and was voted architectural student of the year, according to his biography. Karpowich began four years on active duty with the 82nd Airborne Division in 1992 with which he deployed to the Sinai Peninsula.

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WILKES-BARRE — Nearly three weeks after 14-year-old Tyler Winstead died from a gunshot wound, Luzerne County District Attorney Stefanie Salavantis said Monday the investigation is ongoing. Winstead died April 5 after being found shot in front of 117 Hill St., where his friend Elijah Yusiff lived.

Yusiff told reporters the night Winstead was shot that he heard a gunshot and saw a man driving away in a red vehicle. Immediately after the shooting, Luzerne County 911 broadcasted a be on the lookout for a red or burgundy, older model Ford Taurus. Since then, the search for the vehicle has withered. Salavantis said she could not say if police recovered the vehicle, continue to search for it or if the report of a red vehicle was untrue. “I can’t answer that because I don’t want to jeopardize that information,” she said. Salavantis said due to the ongoing probe she could not say if the shooting

was isolated, random or if police believe there is a gunman still at-large. When asked if police have a theory about Winstead’s death to settle concerns in the neighborhood about a gunman, Salavantis said she could not answer. She said she hopes to provide an update about the probe in the future. “Very soon,” she said. Winstead and Yusiff were said to be walking home after playing basketball at the Catholic Youth Center on South Washington Street. Winstead lived at 121 Hill St. with his grandparents, Willie and Carol Golden, his legal guardians. Since the shooting, investigators have searched 117 Hill St. at least twice,

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‘Celebrate the Arts’ set

St. Nick’s-St. Mary’s School will hold “Celebrate the Arts” — a special evening set aside to recognize the talents of students in grades four through eight in the fields of music, art, public speaking and culinary skills — on Thursday from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Art work will be displayed throughout the gym, cafeteria and the first-floor hallways. Musical events will be performed in the gym, and culinary delights will be in the cafeteria. Students in public speaking can be seen in first-floor classrooms. NANTICOKE

Third forum on gang threat

U.S. Rep. Lou Barletta, R-Hazleton, and state Sen. John Yudichak, D-Nanticoke, announced the third event in a five-part series of community discussions to help combat increasing gang activity in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The forum is free to the public and is scheduled at 6 p.m. May 3 in the Educational Conference Center at Luzerne County Community College. Barletta More than 500 people attended the first two events in the series in response to a study from the U.S. Department of Justice about gang activity and drug trafficking in Pennsylvania. Yudichak D. Darell Dones, supervisory special agent of the Behavioral Science Unit of the FBI and a gang expert, will be the feature presenter. HARRISBURG

6 nominated for STARS

Six local children are among nearly 200 statewide nominated by their teachers and family members as Shining Stars thanks in part to quality early education through Keystone STARS. Keystone STARS is a rating and improvement system in early learning facilities that builds on the health and safety requirements of child care licensing/ certification. Pennsylvania’s Promise for Children and Local Education and Resource Network (LEARN) teams recognized the achievement of families, teachers and programs participating. In Luzerne County, nominees were: Grant Pryor, 6, of Harveys Lake, from Little Meadows Learning Center; Natalie B., 5, of Mountain Top, from East Mountain Child Care; and Treyvon Gembitski, age 4, Wilkes-Barre Township, from King’s and St. Mary’s Developmental Day Care Center. In Wyoming County, nominees were: Keith Sickles, 5, of Falls, from Keystone College Children’s Center; Erika Jasper, 3, and Zahara Hubbard, both of Tunkhannock and both from Child Development Council, Tunkhannock.

removing a bottle of bleach and a computer tower. The search warrant affidavits were sealed for at least 60 days. The application to the first search warrant was redacted by removing the top section that listed the criminal offense and items to be searched for. The application for the second search warrant was in the form of a petition that did not contain areas to list a criminal offense or items to be searched. An autopsy determined Winstead died from a gunshot wound to his chest. His death has been ruled a homicide by Luzerne County Acting Coroner Bill Lisman.

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The Rev. Marcelle Dotson, church planter for Field of Grace Community of Faith at Dorranceton United Methodist Church in Kingston, is the 2012 recipient of the Peace and Justice Center’s Susan Merrill Constance Kozel Award. The award is presented to an individual whose contribution to society reflects the principles of justice and peace.

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The Rev. Marcelle Dotson gets Peace and Justice Center’s top award. Two get student awards. By STEVE MOCARSKY smocarsky@timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE – A Methodist minister who was charged with forming a new church in the area nearly three years ago was honored Monday night for her work in furthering peace and justice. The Rev. Marcelle Dotson was awarded the Peace and Justice Center’s 2012 Susan Merrill Constance Kozel Award during a ceremony at Kirby Memorial Health Center. A native of Holyoke, Mass., Dotson, 52, said she was charged with serving as a “church planter” here because United Methodist Church leaders recognized that the ethnic population of the Wyoming Valley was changing. “Right now, we serve a pretty mono-

cultural group. And with the change in demographics, it was felt that a church was needed that would serve the needs of a wider diversity of people. So I was asked to come down and help get a church started that would be more diverse in its offerings and in its perspective,” Dotson said. For example, rather than sing Christian music solely from the Western European culture, congregants get to experience songs in Cherokee, Zulu, English, Spanish and other languages. “We do our services in English and in Spanish. Ultimately, we would like to be able to be in a facility where we could read and do things in English and have listening devices so people could hear it in different languages,” she said. The new church – Field of Grace Community of Faith – is currently having services at Dorranceton United Methodist Church in Kingston. Also receiving awards on Monday were Adam Zapotok, a Hanover Area High School student, and Jordan

Marsh, a 16-year-old volunteer at Excelsior Hose Co. No. 2 in Duryea. They were co-recipients of the Student for Peace Award. Described by his peers as a “natural leader,” Zapotok distinguished himself as an exemplary and invaluable volunteer at Peace Camp for Kids and has served as a peer leader and peacemaker during the 2010 Diversity Camp at Misericordia University. Marsh, while assisting the fire department before and after the September 2011 flooding, was so moved by his neighbors’ losses that he made and then sold a Christmas music CD to raise money to buy toys for children who had lost theirs in the flood. “One of Luzerne County’s greatest needs is for people that believe in a common good to step forward and be recognized for their efforts,” said Peace and Justice Center Director Rod Gereda. “All of this evening’s awardees have stepped up to become ambassadors for peace and justice.”

Ruling: County need not reinstate union workers PLRB reverses order in case of 36 vestment Development Agency, which Workforce Investment Board chose to retain outside contractors instead, the longer exists. county union employees whose jobs noThe union – the American Federa- Labor Relations Board ruling says. were outsourced in 2010. County union representative Paula tion of State, County & Municipal EmBy JENNIFER LEARN-ANDES jandes@timesleader.com

Luzerne County officials are breathing a sigh of relief because the Pennsylvania Labor Relations Board has reversed an order that would have forced the county to reinstate 36 union employees who were cut from the county payroll when their jobs were outsourced in 2010. The workers also would have been entitled to lost wages estimated at $1 million annually. County council members have been monitoring the legal matter because it wasn’t resolved before they took office in January and would have impacted the county’s strained 2012 operating budget. The ruling stemmed from an unfair labor practices claim filed against the county in May 2010 by unionized employees of the county’s Workforce In-

ployees, or AFSCME – argued the county played a role in the outsourcing of employment programs for adults and underprivileged youths and failed to negotiate the contracting out of jobs with union workers as required by their collective bargaining agreement. Commissioners maintained the outsourcing was beyond their control because it was initiated and executed by the autonomous Luzerne-Schuylkill Workforce Investment Board. A state hearing examiner had ordered the county to rehire the workers and pay all their lost wages and benefits. County commissioners appealed the ruling last June. The Labor Relations Board reviewed records and the law and concluded the county did not have control over the Workforce Investment Board’s decision to subcontract the work, according to its April 17 notification to the county. The county bid on the work, and the

Schnelly said Monday she was in the process of reviewing the decision, saying it was “very disappointing.” Union officials will meet with lawyers to discuss the matter, she said. The union has the option to appeal the ruling to Commonwealth Court. Council Chairman Jim Bobeck said there was “certainly good cause” to overturn the examiner’s order. “If the ruling had been the alternative, the county could have had some serious budgetary issues going forward. I really don’t know how the county would have funded such a decision,” he said. Councilman Eugene Kelleher said he has been monitoring the matter, concerned about the impact on taxpayers. “I feel relieved and thankful,” he said. Councilman Stephen A. Urban, formerly a county commissioner, said he was confident the county would prevail. “I think this is a good decision for the taxpayers,” he said.

The goal of Thursday’s “Employment Expo 2012” is to have people walk in to the Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza a job seeker and to walk out either employed or betterpreparedtobecomeemployedinthe future. A collaboration between chambers of commerce from throughout Luzerne, Lackawanna and Wayne counties and area workforce investment boards, the annual expo will include IF YOU GO more than 100 employers offerWhat: Employment ing more than Expo 2012 When: From 11 a.m. to 4 1,000 total jobs. p.m. Thursday “If people are Where: The Mohegan looking for a job, Sun Arena at Casey they will find one Plaza, 255 Highland Park Boulevard, Wilkes- here,” said Mari Potis, director of Barre Township. Sponsors: The cham- events for The bers of commerce from Greater Scranton Carbondale, Wayne Chamber of ComCounty, Scranton, merce. Wilkes-Barre, Pittston, She noted that and Hazleton, plus the the annual event, workforce investment boards from Lackawan- formerly called na County and Luzerne “The Northeast and Schuylkill counties. Pennsylvania CaWho will be there: reer Fair,” has More than 100 compabeen kicked up a nies from the region plus Dress for Success notch or two to make it more and Resume Review. than a job fair. Cost: Admission and parking are free. Potis said that More info: Call 348for some job seek7711, ext. 130. ers looking for workbutunsureif they’re best prepared to land a job, seminars on site will help prepare people to strengthen their resumes, conduct interviews, use social media to land a job and more. Dress for Success will also be on hand to help those in need of professional clothing but who can’t afford it. For those who can, Potis encouraged attendees to bring a resume, dress professionallyandbepreparedforajobinterview. Employers, she said, have been asked to conduct interviews on site if they find candidateswithgreatpotentialforanavailable position. They have been receptive to the request, she added. Not only will job seekers be aided by the seminars and potential for on-location interviews, but the typical maze of employer booths also has been simplified by being separated by sector. Forexample,groupsofcompaniesofsimilartypeswillbelocatedincloseproximityso potential job candidates can concentrate theirtimeinoneareaiftheyknowwhatkind of job sector they are best suited for. The areas will be clearly marked with cute names like “Transportation Trail,” “Health Care Highway” and “Hospitality Lane.” DonnaSedor,theexecutivevicepresident of the Greater Wilkes-Barre Chamber of Commerce,saidshe’sgladtoseesuchalarge swath of Northeastern Pennsylvania representedattheexpoasitshowstheregionalapproach is starting to work. “A lot of folks aren’t aware of all the businesses in the area,” Sedor said. “This really provides that opportunity for people seeking employment in the region.” She said for people seeking work who live in Hazleton or Carbondale or anywhere in the region, there may not be so many jobs in their own backyard, but within an hour’s drive there are thousands of jobs. This expo will bring all of those jobs they might not have otherwise found to them.

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Experts: Human services cuts go too far Gov. Corbett’s proposals are more than sector is prepared for, representatives say.

By BILL O’BOYLE boboyle@timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE – Three representatives of the human services sector summed up the potential impact of Gov. Tom Corbett’s proposed budget cuts in three words: “We’re not ready.” Bill Schoen, representing the Pennsylvania Association of Rehabilitation Facilities, or PARF, Joe Pierangeli, chief executive officer at United Rehabilitation Services and Jim Bobeck, CEO at Step by Step Inc., said Monday the governor’s proposed budget calls for cuts to the funding for services to people with intellectual disabilities. They said state funding offered tocountieseachyearforservicesto individuals with severe needs will be cut by 20 percent and transferred into a block grant program. The proposed funding cuts that are part of this block grant proposal will reduce services to people with intellectual disability services. The three men said a rally will be held in Harrisburg on the Capitol steps on May 5 to urge Corbett and state legislators to keep funding at the same level.

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“The system is already fragile enough,” Pierangeli said. “If these cuts go through, you will see reductions in services and many clients will be lost.” Schoen said special-needs clients about to graduate high school will havedifficultycontinuingtofindjobs and services. Group homes will be devastated, Bobeck said. Far-reaching effects The three men said the trickledown effects of the proposed cuts would be far-reaching. They said that, eventually, many clients would end up seeking other services, and some would end up in troubleanddemandingmoreservices– some may even end up on the streets or incarcerated. The state wants to issue the reduced funding to the county level, thereby creating a competitive atmosphere among the agencies. They urge people to contact their elected state officials to help retain the funding. Most affected agencies already

have begun seeking alternative funding sources, buttheyfindthemselves competing for the same dwindling dollars in the Schoen community. Schoen, Pierangeli and Bobeck saidCorbett’sproposedbudgeteliminates state funding ($842 million) designated for seven county human service programs, including community mental health and developmental program services, and establishesablockgrantforhumanservicesthatwouldreducethecurrentoutlay to the counties by $168 million. They said numerous advocates for people with intellectual disabilities testified at a recent hearing that the proposed spending cuts will result in fewer services, longer waiting lists and a lower quality of life for their families. Pierangeli and Bobeck said the proposed cuts represent about 5 percent of their total budgets, or $2.8 million for an agency the size of Step by Step, which serves 15 counties. URS serves five counties. StepbyStepemploys1,300people and serves 2,000 clients, while URS has100 employees and 500 clients “Because of the flexibility promised in the Block Grant, the cuts to certain programs have the potential ofbeingfargreaterifacountywereto

place a greater priority on one service over another,” Bobeck said. “Currently the funds are protected because the funds come to the county as categorical allocations; this will be lost under the proposed budget.”

Predicted consequences Schoen provided PARF’s comments on Corbett’s proposed budget, including: • Plans for offering services for increasing care in the community instead of institutions and nursing homesareabandoned.Meetingthe needs of people with disabilities stays on a list of promises – but it is not on the list of budget priorities. •Therewillbecutsinbasiccare, transportation, housing, and employment services. Funding needed to help people with disabilities who are facing a crisis and for those in waiting lines for services is cut. • There is no additional funding to serve the disabled who are not currently enrolled in programs, but who will need services next year. • The proposed budget does not provide the funding that will be needed by many children with disabilities. (Those children are now cared for by an aging parent; next year that parent may no longer be able to provide care.) • The budget offers no additional funds to help students with disabilities to secure a job.

Denial of White House Café’s liquor license upheld By TERRIE MORGAN-BESECKER tmorgan@timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE — The state Commonwealth Court has upheld a county judge’s ruling that denied the renewal of the liquor license for the former White House Café on Hazle Avenue. In a 2-1 decision issued Monday, the court agreed withacounty judge that the tavern’s owners, Lisa and Lou Ruzzi, had not done enough to prevent criminal activity outside the premises, which included two fatal shootingsthatoccurrednearthebar. The tavern and restaurant has been closed since October 2007, but the Ruzzis continued to fight the Liquor Control Board’s 2007

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decision to deny renewal of the liquor license. Thebar,locatedat198HazleAve., had been plagued by numerous incidents over the years. The LCB’s actionwasbasedprimarilyontwofatal shootings that occurred outside the premises in 2006 and 2007. The Ruzzis appealed the LCB’s decision to Luzerne County Court. Senior Judge Jerome Cheslock of Monroe County, who was specially appointed to hear the case, upheld the LCB’s decision in March 2011. In an appeal to the Commonwealth Court, the Ruzzis argued they had made extensive efforts to preventviolenceinsideandoutside the tavern, including installing

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metal detectors, cameras, lighting and hiring a security expert. CommonwealthCourtJudgesDan Pellegrini and Robert Simpson, writing for the majority, acknowledged the Ruzzis had taken steps to rectify problems,buttheydeterminedtheactions were still inadequate. “With regard to the 2007 homicide, the suspect and victims participatedinabrawlinsidethepremises. Then the fight moved outside,” Simpson said in the opinion. “On this point we agree with the PLCB that licensee cannot put its problemsoutonthestreetandthen wash its hands of those problems.” Inadissentingopinion,JudgeMary Hanna Leavitt said she believed

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WILKES-BARRE – A Plymouth woman who claimed she stabbed a man to death in selfdefense pleaded guilty Monday to a voluntary manslaughter charge. Sherry Ann Cease, 43, of Prospect Lane, entered the plea before County Judge Tina Polachek Gartley in a case in which prosecutors say she stabbed John Wolfe, 59, after the two argued and Wolfe allegedly choked Cease. “(Cease) felt it was necessary to use force,” Deputy District Attorney Alexis Falvello said Monday. “She stabbed him two times in the upper chest … he later succumbed to his injuries.” Cease, represented by attorney Demetrius Fannick, faces a maximum of 20 years in prison when she is sentenced on June 15, Polachek Gartley said. According to court papers, Cease’s nephew, Charles Jess Arnold, told investigators he was with Cease when they arrived at Wolfe’s Prospect Street, Plymouth Township, home on Nov. 30 shortly after 11 p.m. Arnold said Wolfe was drunk when an argument erupted with Cease about boxes and bags inside the house. Arnold and Cease walked up the stairs to the second floor, where Cease noticed her television on the floor. She went downstairs to confront Wolfe and a second argument broke out. The nephew said he heard

Cease yell, “Get away from me, John. Leave me alone.” Arnold walked down the stairs and he Cease noticed Wolfe had his hand around Cease’s neck and Cease grabbed a knife and stabbed Wolfe in the chest, according to Arnold’s statement. Cease had been tentatively scheduled to stand trial, but the case had been continued a number of times after failed plea agreements. Trooper Lisa Brogan, a criminal investigator with state police in Wyoming, testified at a preliminary hearing she interviewed Cease a couple hours after the homicide and Cease admitted to stabbing Wolfe because he was choking her. She testified she did not notice any injuries or redness on Cease’s neck. After calling her names, Wolfe began pushing her into the kitchen and, when she couldn’t back away any farther, Brogan said, Wolfe grabbed her neck and she couldn’t break free. Cease said she reached into a drawer, grabbed a knife and stabbed Wolfe once. When he didn’t let go, she stabbed him a second time, Brogan said. Cease said Wolfe told her, “Look what you did to me; you put two holes in me,” before he went into the living room, sat on the sofa, lit a cigarette and then went to a neighbor’s house.

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Hearing for controversial Arizona law adds more fuel to presidential election year fires.

By MARK SHERMAN Associated Press

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WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court will referee another major clash between the Obama administration and the states, this one over Arizona’s crackdown on illegal immigrants. The case could add fuel to the partisan split over tough state immigration laws backed by Republicans but challenged by the administration. Like last month’s arguments over President Barack Obama’s health care overhaul, the immigration case is expected to be decided at the end of June. Wednesday’s arguments will focus on whether states can adopt their own immigration measures to deal with an estimated 11 million illegal immigrants, or whether the federal government has al-

most exclusive authority in the area of immigration. Arizona was the first of a half-dozen states to enact laws intended to drive illegal immigrants elsewhere, a policy known as “attrition by enforcement.” Even where blocked by courts, these laws have already had an impact on farm fields and school classrooms as fewer immigrants showed up. “If the federal government had been doing and would continue to do its job in securing the border here in southern Arizona, this would not be an issue. Unfortunately, they failed to do that so Arizona stepped up and said, ‘We want to be partners. Here’s a role we think we can play,’ ” said Sheriff Larry Dever of Cochise County, which shares an 83.5mile border with Mexico in the state’s southeastern corner. The administration says it has both increased border enforcement to keep people from entering illegally in the first place and picked up the pace of deportations. In its first two years, the adminis-

tration deported nearly 800,000 people, far higher on a yearly basis than President George W. Bush’s administration. The Obama administration sued to block the Arizona law soon after its enactment two years ago. Federal courts have refused to let four key provisions take effect: requiring police, while enforcing other laws, to question a person’s immigration status if officers suspect he is in the country illegally; requiring all immigrants to obtain or carry immigration registration papers; making it a state criminal offense for an illegal immigrant to seek work or hold a job and allowing police to arrest suspected illegal immigrants without warrants. Five states — Alabama, Georgia, Indiana, South Carolina and Utah — have adopted variations on Arizona’s law. Parts of those laws also are on hold pending the outcome of the Supreme Court case. Civil rights groups that mounted legal challenges independent of the administration’s say the laws encourage

racial profiling and ethnic stereotyping. “It blurs what used to be a very bright line, that you can’t stop someone and ask for papers based just on how they look,” said Anthony Romero, executive director of the American Civil Liberties Union. “But the impact is on citizens as much as immigrants. … ” And the state laws already have had a marked effect on people’s behavior, whether or not the laws ever went into force, the groups say. In some states, crops rotted in fields for want of workers to pick them. In Alabama, where a provision required schools to check student’s citizenship status, more than 2,000 students stayed home the first week the law was in effect, said Karen Tumlin, managing attorney for the National Immigration Law Center. Foreign employees, including a German Mercedes-Benz executive, have been detained or ticketed for not carrying immigration documents.

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that would help solve the decades-long mystery of what happened to Etan Patz, a 6-year-old who vanished while walking to a bus stop 33 years ago. On Monday, FBI and police completed a four-day search of a basement that began with a search warrant after a cadaver-sniffing dog detected the scent of possible human remains. The basement, once the workspace of a handyman, is down the street from where Etan’s parents still live and along the route Etan would have walked to reach his school bus stop when he vanished on May 25, 1979. “No obvious human remains were found, but it’s still a missing person case,” said Paul Browne, spokesman for the New York Police Department.

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A Catholic priest admitting a sexual relationship with a teen said he had been the victim of an attempted gang rape by fellow seminarians, according to testimony in a clergy-abuse trial. Testimony on Monday also mentioned Pope Benedict XVI, who weighed in on the priest’s 2005 censure when he was a Vatican official known as Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger. Documents show the priest admitted to the Philadelphia archdiocese in 1992 that he had sex with the high school student for several years. An archdiocesan treatment center concluded the priest was not a pedophile, but was affected by his “traumatic sexual development.” He remained in ministry for another decade. It’s not clear if the trauma reference was to the alleged seminary assault. The priest told a therapist he had been tied down by several seminarians who tried to rape him and that a friend came to his rescue. But the same friend later twice abused him, the priest told the therapist, according to documents read in court. CHICAGO

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Oscar-winner Jennifer Hudson broke down in tears Monday while testifying at the trial of the man accused of killing her mother, brother and 7-year-old nephew in a rage four years ago. Hudson was the first witness called after prosecutors and attorneys for William Balfour finished their opening statements. During her brief but emotional testimony, she told jurors her family didn’t want her sister to marry Balfour and she spoke about the last time she saw her family members. The singer and actress began crying when talking about seeing her family the Sunday before the killings and later when a prosecutor showed her a picture of her mother. BEIRUT

33 allegedly killed in Syria

Syrian troops armed with heavy machine guns killed dozens in the central city of Hama Monday, activists said, just a day after chanting protesters welcomed a visit by a U.N. team sent to observe a shaky cease-fire. The day’s violence added a dangerous new aspect to the U.N. team’s work: that the Syrian regime might exact deadly revenge against opponents who feel empowered by the observers’ presence to go into the streets. The truce was supposed to begin April 12. Rami Abdul-Rahman, the head of the Britain-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, said troops stormed the town, firing assault rifles and heavy machine guns, killing at least 33 people.

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A member of U.S. special operations forces and an Afghan National Army soldier search for roadside bombs in 2009 during a joint patrol in Shewan, a former Taliban stronghold in Afghanistan’s Farah province. President Hamid Karzai’s office said Sunday that Afghan and U.S. officials have finalized a long-awaited strategic partnership deal.

U.S. to aid Afghans for decade U.S. pledges that it will defend nation kistan or other neighboring countries after the deadline for most foreign forces to for 10 years after Afghans take withdraw by the end of 2014. control of their own security. “Considering that stability in AfghanBy HEIDI VOGT and AMIR SHAH Associated Press

KABUL, Afghanistan — Washington has pledged in a newly agreed strategic pact to help defend Afghanistan militarily for at least a decade after the country formally takes control of its own security, an Afghan official said Monday. The draft agreement signed on Sunday also says the U.S. will only take such actions with Afghan agreement. The United States also pledged it will not launch attacks on other countries from Afghan soil, according to sections of the accord read out in parliament by Afghan National Security Adviser Rangin Dadfar Spanta. Afghan officials had previously said that they would not allow their country to be used to launch drone attacks into Pa-

istan would be stability for Central Asia and South Asia, the United States emphasizes that any kind of interference in Afghan affairs would be a matter of concern for the United States,” he said, quoting from the Dari language version of the agreement. “If any interference occurs, the United States, with the agreement of both countries, will give a proper response, including diplomatic means, political means, economic means and even military means.” He stressed that any such actions would be taken only with Afghan approval. The commitment is a reminder that while U.S. forces are drawing down in Afghanistan over the next two years, the American military will remain active in the country long after that. The draft agreement on a long-delayed

strategic partnership agreement ensures Americans will provide military and financial support to the Afghan people for at least a decade beyond the 2014 deadline. The pact is key to the U.S. exit strategy in Afghanistan because it establishes guidelines for any American forces who remain after the withdrawal deadline and for financial help to the impoverished country and its security forces. The most contentious issues between the Afghan and U.S. government were resolved in separate memorandums of understanding governing the conduct of night raids and control of detainees ahead of the strategic partnership pact. The agreement as read out by Spanta is broad, addressing a mutual commitment to the stability of Afghanistan and to human rights. It does not address specific troop levels or the size or location of bases, though it does say that the U.S. has no plans to keep permanent military bases in Afghanistan.

Resignation of chief in Martin case rejected By MIKE SCHNEIDER Associated Press

SANFORD, Fla. — George Zimmerman, who slipped out of jail on $150,000 bail in the early morning darkness, went back into hiding Monday and likely fled to another state to avoid threats as he awaits his second-degree murder trial for the killing of Trayvon Martin. His release from jail came less than a day before the Sanford City Commission rejected by a 3-2 vote the resignation of Police Chief Bill Lee, who was roundly criticized for not initially charging Zimmerman. Even though authorities can pinpoint Zimmerman’s location with a GPS ankle bracelet, that he must wear round the clock, the public may not see him again for some time. Zimmerman has waived his appearance at his upcoming arraign-

ment next month, so he can stay underground if he wants. Zimmerman already has experience laying low: For more than a month before his arrest, Zimmerman he eluded the media and his whereabouts were not known. His attorney has suggested he had several options for where Zimmerman can stay this time, and a judge indicated he was willing to let Zimmerman leave the state. Until the next time he must come before a judge, Zimmerman will have to skip such routine pleasures as eating in a restaurant or taking a long stroll outside, said Jose Baez, a former attorney for Casey Anthony. Anthony, acquitted last summer of killing her 2-year-old daugh-

ter, went into hiding after her release from jail. The police chief is on paid leave. He had stepped aside temporarily in March to let emotions cool. Not too long ago, the commissioners gave him a “no confidence vote” that city Manager Norton Bonaparte said still stands. The shooting also led to the local prosecutor recusing himself from the case, and the governor appointing Angela Corey, who eventually charged Zimmerman. The majority of commissioners on Monday blamed the polarization over the Martin case and its handling by the police department on outside groups. They said they wanted to wait for an outside investigation to conclude into the police department’s handling of the case before accepting the resignation agreement drawn up by the city manager and Lee.

CHICAGO — What do hospitals charge to remove an appendix? The startling answer is that it could be the same as the price of a refrigerator — or a house. It’s a common, straightforward operation, so you might expect charges to be similar no matter where the surgery takes place. Yet a California study found huge disparities in patients’ bills — $1,500 to $180,000, with an average of $33,000. The researchers and other experts say the results aren’t unique to California and illustrate a broken system. “There’s no method to the madness,” said lead author Dr. Renee Hsia, an emergency room physician and researcher at the University of California, San Francisco. “There’s no system at all to determine what is a rational price for this condition or this procedure.” The disparities are partly explained by differences among patients and where they were treated. For example, some had more costly procedures, including multiple imaging scans, or longer hospital stays. A very small number were treated without surgery, though most had appendectomies. Some were sicker and needed more intensive care. But the researchers could find no explanation for about onethird of the cost differences. Other developed countries have more government regulation that prevents these wild disparities. U.S. critics of that kind of system favor more market competition, yet the study illustrates that “the laws of supply and demand simply do not work well in health care,” said Dr. Howard Brody, director of the Institute for the Medical Humanities at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston and a frequent critic of skyrocketing medical costs. The study was published Monday in the journal Archives of Internal Medicine. The researchers examined 2009 data that hospitals were required to submit to the state on 19,368 patients with appendicitis. To get the fairest comparisons, the researchers included only uncomplicated cases with hospital stays of less than four days. Patients were 18 to 59 years old. The study looked at what patients were billed, before contributions from their health insurance — if they had any. The figures don’t reflect what hospitals were actually paid.

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Rain eases drought worries Eight inches of snow is measured 90 miles away in part of Bradford County as storm swings through.

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NESCOPECK — Dry conditions in recent weeks forced Pumpkin Hill Produce Farms owner Harry Roinick to irrigate his crop of strawberries, onions and garlic. With more than an inch of rain Sunday into Monday, Roinick can save some time and a little money. Some creeks, like Mill Creek in Wilkes-Barre, were nearly dry before the rain began falling over the weekend. On Monday the streams again were flowing briskly. “It was nice to get rain; this will help take us into the next few weeks without irrigating,” Roinick said. A storm that forecasters called (wait for it) a Nor’easter brought much needed rain across Northeastern Pennsylvania with (wait for it) snow across western Pennsylvania and in the higher elevations in northern counties. A weather spotter in Ridgebury, Bradford County, for the National Weather Service in Binghamton, N.Y., reported 8 inches of snow. Ridgebury is about 90 miles from Wilkes-Barre. Up to 12 inches of snow fell in western New York State, postponing the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees baseball game against the Norfolk Tides, set to be played in Batavia, N.Y. The game will be made up when the Yankees visit Norfolk in June. Winter storm warnings were issued for most central counties in Pennsylvania. Locally, a record rainfall Sunday of1.27 inches was recorded at the Wilkes-Barre/ Scranton International Airport, breaking the old mark of 1.16 inches set in 2006. Wilkes-Barre police closed the north-

PITTSBURGH — Gov. Tom Corbett declared a disaster emergency Monday because of heavy snow in western Pennsylvania that closed schools and left people without electricity. Corbett also activated the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency’s state operations center and gave the OK

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Wilkes-Barre DPW crews pump water from one side of Pennsylvania Avenue to the other side, where a storm drain is located, on Monday. The street was closed for a time on Monday because of flooding from the Sunday rainstorm.

bound lane of South Pennsylvania Avenue from Hazle Avenue to Ross Street due to flooding. The roadway routinely floods due to poor drainage. The Susquehanna River in WilkesBarre was 2.9 feet at 1 p.m. Monday and was expected to reach 7.7 feet at 2 a.m. Thursday, well below the natural flood stage of 22 feet. With the rain, the area remains below normal for precipitation. Since Jan. 1, nearly eight inches of rain

has fallen, two inches below normal for this time of year, according to NWS records. A snowless winter, which was the third warmest on record of 34 degrees recorded from Dec.1to Feb. 29, and a dry spring have caused officials to raise concerns about an impending drought for the region. The state Drought Task Force, which includes representatives from the Department of Environmental Protection,

Emergency Management Agency and the National Weather Service, is scheduled to discuss the issue on Wednesday. Despite the concerns, Roinick said he isn’t worried about his crops. “It’s going to be cold but stay above freezing,” Roinick said. “If it gets too cold, it stuns the strawberry growth a little bit but the crop will come out of it.” Roinick said he hopes his produce stand along state Route 239 will open by late May.

for the National Guard to call soldiers to duty if needed to help with the response. But there were some signs the disruptions may not be as bad or widespread as some feared. On Monday morning Penelec said about 25,000 customers in 31counties were without power, mostly in the northern and western parts of the state. But by

early afternoon that number was down to about 17,000, Penelec spokesman Scott Surgeoner said. “We’re making great progress,” Surgeoner said, noting that so far, high winds haven’t been a big problem. Corbett’s declaration said the storm has the potential to close roads, damage property and oth-

Monday night’s game between the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Colorado Rockies was postponed. The game will be made up on Wednesday as part of a doubleheaderbeginningat12:35 p.m. The Johnstown area was hardhit, and the speed limit on the Pennsylvania Turnpike was lowered to 45 mph in some sections.

erwise affect Pennsylvania residents. But predictions of heavy snowfall in Pittsburgh melted away in the early afternoon as the temperature remained well above freezing, prompting the NationalWeatherServicetolifta winter weather advisory for Allegheny and Washington counties.

Jury picked in case of man charged with sex abuse, neglect of teen By SHEENA DELAZIO sdelazio@timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE – A Luzerne County jury was selected Monday to hear the case of a Plymouth man charged with neglecting and sexually abusing a teen boy over a severalyear period. Robert Caravella, 53, will be tried this week on charges of rape, child endangerment and corruption of minors, in a case in which investigators say a 13year-old boy was abused, never attended school and never learned how to properly bathe himself. The trial will start today

with attorneys presenting their opening arguments. Deputy District Attorney Alexis Falvello is prosecuting the case. Caravella is represented by attorney Andrew Katsock. According to prosecutors, Caravella and Carol Ann Hann, 44, were charged in the case, in which the 13-year-old boy was found inside the couple’s home in August 2010. Luzerne County detectives said in arrest records the boy was never enrolled in school, never taught how to use utensils to eat and did not know how to bathe or use a tooth-

brush. He did not have any friends and lacked social skills to communicate with other people. Investigators also allege the couple’s house was found in deplorable condition with rotten food and urine-soaked towels. Caseworkers with Children and Youth Services in August found the house unfit for human occupation with food rotting, filthy floors and carpets, garbage and a foul odor throughout the interior. An older relative of the couple would often urinate throughout the house. And the

house was filled with cats. Investigators learned in January that the boy claimed he was sexually assaulted by Hann for several years. The assaults began when Caravella would view pornographic movies inside the house and invite the boy to watch with Hann, the criminal complaint says. The boy took his anger out by killing Hann’s cats. It is estimated he killed 50 felines, the criminal complaints say. Hann is tentatively scheduled to stand trial on related charges in August. In an unrelated case, Caravella is facing felony sexual as-

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SUSAN THERESA WYLAM, R.N., 64, Old Forge, died Sunday, April 22, 2012, in Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Plains Township. Funeral services will be at 9:15 a.m. Thursday in the Thomas P. Kearney Funeral Home Inc., 517 N. Main St., Old Forge, with a 10 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Lawrence O’Toole Church, 620 S. Main St., Old Forge, celebrated by the Rev. Andrew Gallia. Interment will follow in Marcy Cemetery, Duryea. Calling hours will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made in Susan’s name to the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation,6520 N. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309-2130.

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RYAN J. SULT, 32, Harveys Lake, died Thursday, April 19, 2012, at home. Born in WilkesBarre, he was a son of LeRoy J. and Denise Nuttall Sult. Ryan was a graduate of Lake-Lehman High School, Blacksnake Junior College, Liberty University and attended Trinity Baptist College. Surviving are his wife, the former Blake Nagle; son, R. Ethan; daughter, Mia RyLee; sister, Leighanna Sult, and her fiancé, James Lehman. Funeral service will be held Saturday at noon in the River of Life Fellowship Ministry, 22 Outlet Road, Dallas, with Pastor Ken Kreller officiating. Arrangements are by the Lehman Family Funeral Service Inc., 689 Hazle Ave., Wilkes-Barre. Memorial contributions may be made for Ryan’s children to National Penn Bank, 196 N. Main St., Shavertown, PA 18708. Condolences may be sent by visiting Ryan’s obituary at www.lehmanfuneralhome.com. MR. ROBERT SHUPP, of West Pittston, passed away Saturday, April 21, 2012, in St. Luke’s Villa, Wilkes-Barre. Funeral arrangements are pending from the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main St., Duryea. MARY (PEG) COOPER, 88, of Plymouth, died Monday morning, April 23, 2012, in the Hospice Community Care Inpatient Unit, Wilkes-Barre. Funeral arrangements are pending from the William A. Reese Funeral Chapel, 56 Gaylord Ave., Plymouth.

Max Reisman April 23, 2012 ax Reisman, of Highland Beach, Fla., formerly of WynneM wood, died peacefully Monday,

ber of the USO of Philadelphia. He was a lifelong Mason and founding member of the St. Joseph’s April 23, 2012, at his daughter’s University Food Marketing Acadehome in Kingston. my Board of Governors. He served as president and board He was selflessly philanthropic chairman of Reisman Pretzel Com- and had a strong sense of ethics. pany and retired at age 75 in 1988. Mr. Reisman was married for The Reisman Company was found- over 50 years to his beloved, Vivian ed in 1917 in South Philadelphia, (nee Imber), who passed away in where he was born to Jacob and Eva 1999. He is survived by daughter, Reisman on September 18, 1913. Margery Harris, and her husband, Mr. Reisman grew up working in Ronald Harris, M.D.; son, Bennett, the family business from childhood, Cherry Hill, N.J., and his wife; four the youngest of five brothers and a grandchildren, David Harris; Randi sister. He was a graduate of Over- Harris and her husband, Gordon brook High School. Barron; Jessica Reisman, Michael He operated mainly in sales as Reisman; and cherished companthe company grew in Philadelphia ion, Sue Zeidman, Clarks Summit. and the Greater Delaware Valley. The family expresses heartfelt The business expanded through thanks to Bonnie and Kelly CavaOhio and greater New England naugh, Helen Treat and Amanda where the iconic red arrow banner Amos for the expert and loving care logo achieved No. 1 A.C. Nielsen they provided. consumer product ranking through Graveside funeral service the duration of Mr. Reisman’s term will be held this afternoon at 1 as chief executive. p.m. in Roosevelt Memorial Park, Mr. Reisman’s most enduring leg- 2701 Old Lincoln Highway, Trevose, acy in the industry was the creation Pa., with Rabbi Larry Kaplan offiand development of the peanut-but- ciating. Arrangements are through ter-filled pretzel nugget, which can the Rosenberg Funeral Chapel, be seen at retail locations virtually Wilkes-Barre. everywhere across the U.S. and CanIn lieu of flowers, contributions, ada, under numerous store and pri- if desired, may be made in Mr. Reisvate label brands. man’s honor to: St. Jude Children’s During World War II, Mr. Reis- Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, man served as a radio operator with Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38101, the Eighth Air Force 100th Bomb www.stjude.org; Liberty USO, PHL Group flying missions across North- International Airport, 8500 Essingern Europe AOR, carrying out stra- ton Ave., Terminal A-East, Philadeltegic bombings of enemy targets in phia., PA 19153, www.libertyuFrance, the Low Countries and Ger- so.org; Temple Israel, 236 S. River many, engaging in air-to-air combat St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702; or the against enemy aircraft until the Ger- Jewish Community Center of man Capitulation in May 1945. Wyoming Valley, 60 S. River St., Mr. Reisman was a board mem- Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702.

Myrtle E. Edwards April 22, 2012 yrtle E. Edwards, 86, resident of Main Street, Sugar Notch, M passed away in her home on Sun-

day, April 22, 2012. She was born on May 28, 1925, in Plymouth, daughter of the late Peter and Carrie Booth. Surviving are daughters, Sandra J. Edwards, Sugar Notch; Bonnie Zotte, Hunlock Creek; sons, William H., Glen Lyon; George E. and wife Brenda, Hunlock Creek; Charles S., North Carolina; Joseph J., Sugar Notch; grandchildren, James Evarts Jr., Tracy Everitt, Michael Zotte, Scott Edwards, Bret Edwards, Nancy Tratazzno, Gina

Zotte, William Edwards III, Becky Lingle, Carl Smith; great-grandchildren, Samantha Cragle, Alyssa Evarts, Adrianna Evarts, Mackenze Evarts, Jordon Zotte and Tony Tratazzno. She was preceded in death by her husband, William H. Edwards. Funeral services will be held on Friday, at 11 a.m. in the Clarke Piatt Funeral Home Inc., 6 Sunset Lake Road, Hunlock Creek, with the Hospice Community Care Chaplain officiating. Friends may call on Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. in the funeral home. Interment will be in Pine Grove Cemetery, Harveyville.

FUNERALS CHESTER – James, memorial service 7 p.m. Wednesday in the Betz-Jastremski Funeral Home Inc., 568 Bennett St., Luzerne. Friends may call 6 p.m. until time of service. DAVIS – Betty, funeral 10 a.m. today in The Richard H. Disque Funeral Home Inc., 2940 Memorial Highway, Dallas. FEDEROWICZ – Matilda, Memorial Mass 11 a.m. May 19 in All Saints Parish, Plymouth. MARTIN – Thomas, Mass of Christian Burial 9:30 a.m. today in the Church of St. Ignatius Loyola, North Maple Avenue, Kingston. Those attending the funeral are asked to go directly to the church. MCGEEVER – James, celebration of life 3 p.m. May 13 in the grove at McGeever’s Pond. MILUNICH – Michael, funeral 10:15 a.m. today in the Kopicki Funeral Home, 263 Zerbey Ave., Kingston. Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. in Our Lady of Victory Church,

Harveys Lake. PAISLEY – Carl, viewing 11 a.m. Wednesday at Heller’s Funeral Home, Nescopeck, followed by a funeral service at 2 p.m. REDMOND – Brenda, memorial service 11 a.m. Saturdayin the Sunshine Full Gospel Church, 513 Sunshine Road, Shickshinny. REMEY – Gilbert, memorial service 11 a.m. Friday in St. Stephen’s Pro-Cathedral Church, 35 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre. RORICK – Betty, memorial Liturgy 11 a.m. May 12 in St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 474 Yalick Road, Dallas. SPINICCI – Helen, funeral 9:30 a.m. today in the Karl E Blight Funeral Home, 392 Wyoming Ave., Kingston. Requiem Service at 10 a.m. in St John the Baptist Orthodox Church, Edwardsville. . STINE – Ann, Mass of Christian Burial May 12 in Grace Church, Kingston. YERMAL – Marcella, friends may visit at his home 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today.

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day, April 21, 2012 at her residence in King of Prussia. She was 83. Mrs. Jackson lived in the Sweetbriar section of Upper Merion for the past 47 years. She was a retired office administrator of the General Electric Company and the U.S. Small Business Administration, both in King of Prussia. She had been employed part time at Lockheed Martin. Dorothy was a member of Mother of Divine Providence Church in King of Prussia. She was also a member of the General Electric Space Division Retirees Group, the National Association of Retired Federal Employees, the AARP Chapter of King of Prussia, the Senior Adult Activities Chapter of Montgomery County and the Upper Merion Senior Service Center. Dorothy had also been a Pennsylvania Real Estate Associate. She previously served on the Board of Directors of Camp Rainbow, a member of the Upper Merion Newcomers Club and served many years on the elected General Electric Community Service Fund Board of Administrators. She was a volunteer for the Bernadine Franciscan Sisters and was a majority clerk for many years at the Upper Merion Belmont II voting poll. Born in Swoyersville, on April 14, 1929, she was a daughter of the late Theodore and Mary Anna (Bronzberg) Hazinski. Dorothy was a graduate and class valedictorian of Swoyersville High School and attended Penn State Extension School and many training courses. Surviving are her loving family including two sons, Dr. Mark D. Jackson and his wife, Nancy, of Princeton, N.J., and Bruce C. Jackson

and his wife, Alice, of Green Lane, Pa.; daughter, Sandra L. Jackson of Mont Clare, Pa.; five grandsons, Jason Bertucci and Matthew (Alisanne), Christopher, David and Luke Jackson; great-grandson, Samuel Jackson; sister E. Lorraine Butcavage and her husband, Thomas, of Monroeville, Pa.; many nephews and nieces. She was preceded in death by three brothers, Chester, Theodore and John Hazinski; four sisters, Violet Hayes, Helen Skuchas, Mildred Chorba and Marie Strasburger. Relatives and friends are invited to Dorothy’s Funeral Mass at Mother of Divine Providence Church, 333 Allendale Rd., King of Prussia, Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. Her viewing will be Wednesday morning from 9 to 10:20 a.m. in the church. Interment will be in Denison Cemetery, 85 Denison St., Swoyersville, Thursday at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Dorothy’s memory to Mother of Divine Providence Church, 333 Allendale Road, King of Prussia, PA 19406. Arrangements are by The Bacchi Funeral Home and Crematory, Ltd., Bridgeport, PA.www.bacchifuneralhome.com.

Robert W. Dunlap April 22, 2012 Warren “Bob” Dunlap, 80, R obert of 178 Frantz Road, Meshoppen,

passed away Sunday, April 22, 2012, at home surrounded by his family, after a lengthy battle with cancer. Born April 2, 1932, in Mehoopany, he was a son of Forrest “Dunnie” Dunlap, who passed away September 1, 1959, and Katie (Ace) Dunlap, who passed away November 1, 1985. Bob was a 1950 graduate from Mehoopany High School. After graduation, Bob drove to Alaska and worked for the experimental farm and managed the USO, in Fairbanks. Bob was primarily a truck driver all of his life working for Hughey Trucking, Kintner Milling, Bub Kintner, Penn’s Best and others. He was owner, along with his wife of 41 years, Ruth Ann (Sherwood) Dunlap, of The Mehoopany Dairy Bar from1990 to1996. His last job was at Meshoppen Stone before his retirement. Bob was a member of the United Methodist Church of Mehoopany, and Franklin Lodge 263 F & AM Masonic Lodge of Laceyville. Bob enjoyed warm weather and was the happiest in Florida with his wife and friends during the winter months. He enjoyed entertaining with barbeques, bean bag games, and took up golfing. He was lucky enough to have a “hole in one” while on the links with friends in Florida. Besides his wife, he is survived by his six children, Forrest “Dunnie” and wife JoAnn Dunlap, of Mehoopany; Robert “Wallie” and wife Wendy Dunlap, of Mehoopany; Mary Ruth and husband Ken Layfield, of Scranton; Diane (Golden) and husband Joseph O’Malley, of Tunkhan-

nock; Paul Golden of Montrose; Lisa Golden of Rochester, N.Y.; grandchildren, Darin and wife Jennifer Dunlap, of Mehoopany; Theresa Dunlap, of Shavertown; Kelly (Dunlap) and husband Brock Cahoon, of Fleetwood, Pa.; Cody Dunlap, of Mehoopany; Clayton Brehm, of Mehoopany; Mark and wife Brandy Golden, of Dimock; Emily Golden, of Montrose; great-grandchildren, Layla and Andrew Dunlap, of Mehoopany; brother, William, and wife Eleanor Dunlap, of Mehoopany; several nephews and cousins; and family friend Pat Martinez, of Rochester, N.Y. In addition to his parents, Bob was preceded in death by his daughter-in-law, Helen (Duffield) Dunlap, September 13, 1997; and daughter Kathy Dunlap, on April 3, 2012. At Bob’s request, there will be no calling hours. A private family memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorial Contributions may be made to Meshoppen United Methodist Church, c/o Cris Wiswell, 31 Digger Drive, Tunkhannock, PA. 18657.

John C. Hager April 23, 2012 C. “Jack” Hager, 76, of HaJ ohn nover Township, formerly of

Tunkhannock, passed away Monday morning, April 23, 2012, at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. Born in Wilkes-Barre, he was a son of the late Paul and Elizabeth Hager. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, Army and Air Force. Jack was a life member of VFW Post 7069, Clarks Summit. Prior to retiring, he was a corrections officer at S.C.I. Dallas. He loved spending time with his grandchildren and socializing with his friends at breakfast. He was an avid movie watcher and had an extensive collection of movies. He also enjoyed listening to music. He was preceded in death by his son John Hager; and sister, Rose Marie. Surviving is his wife of 40 years, the former Jean P. Troutman; son Joseph Hager; daughters, Kathleen Hager, Eileen Hager and Suzanne Floyd; several grandchildren; and brother, Lawrence “Larry” Hager. Services will be held 7 p.m. Wednesday at Kniffen O’Malley Funeral Home Inc., 465 S. Main More Obituaries, Page 2A

St., Wilkes-Barre. Friends may call from 5 to 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Make-A-Wish Foundation, 1327 Pittston Ave., Scranton, PA 18505. To send Jack’s family words of comfort and friendship, please visit www.BestLifeTributes.com.

evening, April 21, 2012, in Butler Valley Manor Nursing Home, Drums, following a six-month illness. Born in West Hazleton, May 1, 1928, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Thelma (Boyle) Gallagher and spent the past 60 years in Sugarloaf after moving from West Hazleton. Mary was a homemaker for most of her life, but had also worked in the family dry cleaning business, Gallagher Dry Cleaners, in West Hazleton, from 1945 to 1960. She was a member of St. John Bosco RC Church, Conyngham. She was also a member of the Valley Lanes Women’s Bowling League for seven years in the late 1960s, and served as a den mother for the Conyngham Cub Scouts in the late 1950s and early 1960s. Surviving are her husband, Edward, to whom she would have been married 62 years on May 5; son, Eugene, Sugarloaf; daughter, Maureen Zane, and her husband, Mark, Drums; granddaughter, Bree Monte-Snyder and her husband, Scott, Drums; two great-granddaughters, Jorja Rose and Iris Dayne Snyder; brother, Lawrence

Gallagher, and his wife, Marlene, Freeland; several nieces and nephews. A private graveside service will be held at the convenience of the family in Calvary Cemetery, Drums. However, a memorial gathering for friends and family will be held at a future date and time to be announced. Memorial donations can be made to the American Cancer Society or any local no-kill animal shelter. Harman Funeral Homes & Crematory Inc., (East) 669 W. Butler Drive, Drums, is assisting the family with the arrangements. Online condolences can be entered and more information is available at www.harmanfuneral.com.

John P. Krulick April 22, 2012

J nover Township, passed away ohn P. (Jack) Krulick, 80, of Ha-

peacefully after a long and courageous battle with cancer on Sunday, April 22, 2012. Born on April 10, 1932, in Exeter, he was a son of the late John and Elizabeth Shoemaker Krulick and was a graduate of Exeter High School. He was a U.S. Army veteran, having served in Japan during the Korean Conflict. He was a member of All Saints Parish in Plymouth, and also was a member of the choir of his previous parishes throughout the area for many years. Prior to his retirement, he was employed by UFCW Federal Credit Union in Wyoming. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Marie Gaydosik Krulick; brothers, Joseph, Emery and Paul Krulick; sisters Mary Rowlands, Agatha Huntz Sherman, Elizabeth Ferrara, Justina DeSteffano and Anne Lasky. Surviving are his wife, the former Carol Kluchinski Krulick; stepson, Stephen Wazenski, New York; sister Katherine Olejnik, Swoyersville; several nieces, nephews, and cousins; and his companion, “Goldie.” The funeral will be held on Wednesday at 8:30 a.m. from the Bednarski Funeral Home, 168

Wyoming Ave., Wyoming, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:15 a.m. in All Saints Parish, 66 Willow St., Plymouth, with the Rev. Joseph J. Adonizio officiating. Interment will be held in St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Schooley St., Exeter. Military honors will be conducted by the AM VETS Honor Guard Post 189 of the Greater Pittston Area. Friends may call Tuesday 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Community Care, a division of Celtic Healthcare, Inpatient Unit of the Geisinger South Wilkes-Barre Hospital, 25 Church St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18765.

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day morning, April 22, 2012, in Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. Born in Wilkes-Barre, August 10, 1928, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Tillie (Lauskas) Konsavage. She attended GAR Memorial High School. Early in her career, Moni had been employed with the Fernbach Silk Mill. She later was employed by RCA and retired from GE. She was a member of St. Andrew’s Parish, Wilkes-Barre, and the Holy Trinity Church Christian Mothers. Moni was active in the WilkesBarre Senior Citizens Center, where was involved with the dance group, The Stompers, who line danced every Friday. She enjoyed traveling, shopping and visiting Lake Carey, which was an important and loving family tradition. She was preceded in death by sisters, Mildred, Jeanette, Emma, Helen, Marion and Vera. Surviving her are her husband, John L. Kashuba, with whom she would have celebrated their 63rd wedding anniversary in June; daughters, Joan Marczak and her husband, Joseph, Hanover Township; Susan Krolick and her husband, Ted, Wilkes-Barre; grandchildren, John Marczak, Nanticoke; Janine Marczak, Fairfax, Va.; Christina Francisco, Wilkes-Barre; Kendra Krolick, Wilkes-Barre; brothers, William Konsavage, Wilkes-Barre; Frank Konsavage, Wilkes-Barre; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. in the Bednarski & Thomas Funeral Home, 27

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County detective deal up for vote Last contract had been criticized for allowing three of 10 detectives to be paid more than $105,000 last year.

By JENNIFER LEARN-ANDES jandes@timesleader.com

Luzerne County Council members are expectedtovoteontheirfirstcollectivebargaining agreement tonight — a five-year pact with county detectives. Prior commissioners had criticized the last contract, which expired Dec. 31, for its combination of raises, longevity bonuses, overtime and other benefits that allowed three of the 10 detectives to be paid more than $105,000 last year. The detectives are willing to give up raises this year and get 2 percent hikes in the remaining four years of the proposed contract, according to two informed sources. Detectives also agreed to increase payments toward health care to $100 per month starting next year for employees hired before Jan. 1, 2007, compared to current payments of $30 per month for single coverage and $75 for other coverage. The proposal reduces longevity and other perks for detectives who may be hired in

the future but doesn’t alter them for existing ones, the sources said. County Councilman Stephen A. Urban said he won’t support the proposal because the current pay and bonuses for detectives are “excessive.” “A continuation of this current pay and benefit package sets a bad precedence for theotheremployeesofthecounty,”hesaid. He doesn’t view the reduction of benefits for future employees as a concession because there’s no guarantee any existing detectives will leave in five years. Urban said detectives should stop taking home county vehicles and stop receiving $1,050 per year for clothing and equipment allowances and $1,200 per year to compensate for use of their cell or home phones. The county could provide phones at a lower cost, he said. The longevity bonus granted to detectives uses a formula based on years of service.Thelongevitybonusescostthecounty a combined $70,299 in 2011, records show. “Continuing this practice is outrageous,” Urban said. The contract is headed for binding arbitration if an agreement isn’t reached. County officials have complained that arbitration-awarded contracts favor unions,

COUNTY MANAGER EVALUATION PLANNED

A Luzerne County Council committee met Monday night to discuss proposed plans to evaluate the performance of County Manager Robert Lawton. The committee will recommend a numerical grading system largely using performance categories that meet national standards for evaluating county managers. The committee’s recommendation will be presented to the full county council for its approval, with a target adoption date in June.

though unions dispute that. Detectives work in the District Attorney’s Office and assist local police investigating crimes and deaths. Council Chairman Jim Bobeck said County Manager Robert Lawton is the lead contract negotiator under home rule, though council must grant final approval on collective bargaining agreements. Lawton will present an overview of the proposal before the vote, Bobeck said. The meeting begins at 6:30 tonight in the county’s Emergency Management Agency building on Water Street in Wilkes-Barre. It’sunclearifanyalterationsofleavetime are under consideration.

POLICE BLOTTER

PLYMOUTH – Borough poHazleton General Hospital for lice are investigating a pedestri- head and facial injuries. The infant was not injured, police an hit-and-run on Saturday said. HAZLETON – City police night. reported the following: Police said a vehicle struck a HAZLETON -- City police • Genny Areche, of Chestnut male in the 200 block of East said they are investigating an Street, Hazleton, reported some- Main Street at about 9:20 p.m.. armed robbery at Pantry Quick, one smashed the driver side The driver fled the area but the 145 E. Diamond Ave., Sunday window of her 2000 Jeep Chero- vehicle was later located by night. kee sometime between Saturday police. Police said three people enand Sunday and stole her wallet Anyone with information tered the store and demanded from inside. The wallet is black about the incident is urged to money at about 10:06 p.m. One and contained various cards and call police at 779-2147 or call of the suspects was armed with money. 911. a handgun. • Police on Saturday arrested Anyone with information John Allen, 31, with a last HAZLETON -- A man was about the robbery is asked to known address in Allentown, arrested Sunday on charges he call Hazleton police at 459-4940. after he allegedly gave police a assaulted a woman while she false name and address. was holding a 1-year-old girl. WILKES-BARRE – City Police said Allen was wanted Police said they charged Alfre- police reported the following: on a parole violation and, during • Police charged Anthony do Alcantara-Motel, 25, of East a search, was found to be in Cruz, 23, of Allentown, with Juniper Street, with aggravated possession of various types of assault, simple assault, reckless exposing himself to a female suspected narcotics. endangerment, endangering the student at King’s College on Allen was charged with posNorth Main Street on Sunday. welfare of a child, harassment, session of a controlled subCruz tried to touch the woman disorderly conduct and possesstance with the intent to deliver in an inappropriate manner, – a felony; multiple misdemean- sion of a small amount of maripolice said. juana. He was jailed at the Luor drug violations; and providCruz is charged with two zerne County Correctional Facil- counts each of indecent assault, ing false identification to law ity for lack of $50,000 bail. enforcement. He was arraigned indecent exposure and disorderPolice allege Alcantara-Motel ly conduct, and one count each before District Judge James struck a 20-year-old woman and of open lewdness and public Dixon in Hazle Township and tried to stab her with a knife committed to Luzerne County drunkenness. The charges were Correctional Facility after failing while she was holding the infant filed Monday with District to post $50,000 cash bail as well girl inside his residence. Judge Martin Kane in WilkesThe woman was treated at as for the outstanding warrant. Barre.

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projects in Luzerne County. Mayor Tom Leighton said the city modeled this façade program after the federal Elm Street program that saw 72 homes improved at a $250,000 investment. He said the WHAT’S NEXT city hopes City Council will meet in to grow regular session Thursday this proat 6 p.m., Council Chamgram in the bers, 4th Floor, City Hall. years to Public comment will be come and allowed. use this pilot program as a springboard to similar neighborhood improvement initiatives. The program would target the main gateways that run through the city connecting neighborhoods both to the downtown and to major routes and highways that connect the city to other municipalities and interstate highways. Eligible streets include Blackman Street, Carey Avenue, Coal Street, East Main Street, Northampton Street, North Main Street, North Washington Street, River Street, Scott Street and South Main Street.

The two suspects are described as 23-26 years old. A black male wore a white T-shirt, a Philadelphia Phillies cap and white pants, and the second suspect, a Hispanic, wore a white T-shirt and black pants. • Mark Landi, of Hanover Township, reported Sunday money was stolen from his vehicle in the rear of 31 W. Market St. • Items were stolen during a burglary at 180 Carlisle St. on Saturday. • Police cited Greg Smith, 33, of Scranton, with public drunkenness when he allegedly became irate with officers outside his residence on Essex Lane on April 17. The citation was filed with District Judge Rick Cronauer in Wilkes-Barre. • Police cited Terrence McAvoy, 46, of South Main Street, with public drunkenness when he allegedly passed out in a taxi

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outside Wilkes-Barre Police Headquarters on April 17. The citation was filed with District Judge Martin Kane in WilkesBarre. HAZLE TWP. – State police at Hazleton cited Josue Montalvo, 29, of Hazleton, with harassment after Ricardo Frank Guillen, 39, of Hazleton, alleged he punched him in the face at Walmart on April 17. The citation was filed Friday with District Judge James Dixon in Hazle Township. HAZLETON – City police cited Gerard Graham, 52, of North Wyoming Street, with disorderly conduct when he allegedly caused a disturbance while using a payphone at City Hall on April 18. The citation was filed with District Judge Joseph Zola in Hazleton on Monday.

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WILKES-BARRE – A woman accused of being high on bath salts while riding in a car with two children was sentenced Monday to 11 to 23 months in county prison, and released on parole, having served the minimum sentence. Donna Zilla, 41, was sentenced on charges of endangering the welfare of children and reckless endangerment by County Judge David Lupas. Lupas said since Zilla has already served 351 days in prison, she is immediately paroled. Lupas also said Zilla must serve 12 months probation and continue to receive drug and alcohol treatment. According to court papers, police said two children, a 1-year-old and a 2-year-old, were in a vehicle on Scott and Kidder streets and not secured in child safety seats. Police said Zilla is the mother of the two children in the car, which was driven by Michele Pace of Troop. Pace and Zilla told police they had snorted so-called bath salts before they were stopped on George Avenue. Pace pleaded guilty to related charges and is scheduled to be sentenced on June 6.

• Police said a man in his 20s wearing a T-shirt and jeans stole an iPod from a vehicle in the area of 20 S. Main St. on Sunday morning. • Clothing and money owned by Ashley Carlucci, of Park Avenue, were reported stolen from 62 Park Ave. on Sunday. • Police cited Ricky Ford, 49, of South Main Street, with harassment after his estranged wife, Joyce Ford, alleged he shoved and choked her during an argument on North Fulton Court on Sunday. The harassment citation was filed Monday with District Judge Martin Kane in Wilkes-Barre. • Thomas Robinson, of Wilkes-Barre, reported Saturday he was assaulted by two men riding bicycles who followed him on Old River Road in the area of Kistler Elementary School. Robinson said one of the men struck his face with a rock.

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OUR OPINION: BETTER HEALTH

Life getting longer, so let’s live well

OR THE GRIM Reaper, doing “business” in Luzerne County in recent years requires a bit more patience. People, especially men, were living longer in 2009 than was the case 20 years earlier, according to newly released data. For women in Luzerne County, the estimated average life expectancy reached 80 years in 2009, according to figures from the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation. That’s a gain of 1.9 years since 1989. Men, meanwhile, achieved an average life expectancy here of 73.8 years, adding 3.2 years to the time they can expect to polka, eat gnocchi, watch the NFL and otherwise exist. Give thanks to the brainiacs propelling modern medicine – and the practitioners who deliver health care across Northeastern Pennsylvania – for these lengthier life spans, part of a predictable, but reversible, national trend. A nod of gratitude probably also goes to those antitobacco zealots (who brought you smoke-free restaurants) and environmentalists (who champion notions such as eliminating coal-fired power plants, aimed at improving our water and air.) Living longer, of course, doesn’t guarantee a better quality of life, so don’t skimp on your exercise regimen at any stage, including the “golden years.” You want to be as inde-

AGENCY ON AGING If 55 or older, explore options that benefit you and the community such as foster grandparenting and the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program. Visit www.aginglw.org and click on “Community Programs.” Or call (570) 822-1 158.

pendent as possible all the way to your grand finale, right? And if you’re a 55-plus person in Luzerne County wondering how to fill all your available months and years, don’t count out the benefits of community service. Consider options such as foster grandparenting and the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program, each coordinated through the Area Agency on Aging. Finally, we would be remiss if we didn’t emphasize that, even with its recent gains, Luzerne County still trails most of Pennsylvania’s 67 counties in the overall health of its residents and average longevity. In general, we smoke more. We drink way too much alcohol. And our diets contain too much of the wrong foods, making us more susceptible to certain cancers. You, of course, have the power to control those factors. You can, for instance, keep your cholesterol in check and ditch bad habits such as smoking cigs. Not that we mean to nag. Life, even if extended beyond the former norm, is way too short for that.

QUOTE OF THE DAY “There’s an entire school of kids who have never seen a play and have never been to a museum, ever.” Rachel Goslins The executive director of the presidential arts committee described a remote Montana school – one of eight of the nation’s poorer-performing schools – to be “adopted” by well-known performers such as Sarah Jessica Parker and Forest Whitaker as part of a new initiative called Turnaround Arts.

OTHER OPINION: CITIBANK CEO

‘Obscene’ pay kept in check?

OR THE FIRST time the shareholders of a major U.S. bank company have voted down the pay package of the chief executive. It happened last week at Citigroup, and it is a healthy thing. Public shareholders finally begin to act like owners. We hope they keep it up. In 2010 Congress passed the Dodd-Frank Act, which requires public companies to have a shareholder vote on CEO pay. The law requires only a nonbinding vote – but there can be power in mere expressions of opinion. Last year, the CEO lost the vote at 41 companies, and nearly half of those companies did change the boss’ pay package. Now comes Vikram Pandit, the CEO of Citigroup, the company that owns Citibank. The bank collapsed in 2008 and had to be rescued by the U.S. TreaEDITORIAL BOARD

sury. The Treasury got its money back, and then some, and Pandit agreed to work for $1 a year until Citigroup turned a profit. It did turn a profit, and the board quickly raised Pandit’s pay to $14.8 million plus $10 million in retention money. The bank’s stock has not recovered from the crash, and last month the Federal Reserve vetoed the bank’s plan to pay a dividend on common shares. The money managers with large blocks of Citigroup stock decided that Pandit had not yet earned his $24.8 million. One of them was quoted as saying, “There’s good pay and there’s obscene pay.” That’s a sentiment corporate America needs to hear more of. Citibank’s board should respect their shareholders’ decision. The Seattle Times

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Non-recycling businesses should care about planet

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read The Times Leader’s editorial about Earth Day (“Keep your grub out of garbage,” April 20). I thought it was a great effort! But how are we supposed to get people to compost when they still don’t recycle? The homeowner recycles more than the business, even though the businesses make the most trash. Three years ago I started to notice if the pizza stores, fast-food restaurants and other places that dispense plastic had a bin for recycling. I haven’t seen one. I have asked the workers about it and they just say, “No, we don’t.” They say they don’t know why. Well, why not? Is it that hard to put out a bin, and then take the recyclables home and add it to your own curbside recycling bin? Or do the towns make it hard for you to put it out on the curb? What is the problem? It pains me every time I see the garbage bins in a restaurant filled with plastic or soda cans. Every KFC uses in-store plastic for those who eat in; the dinner plates have the recycle symbol right on them, yet people throw them in the garbage. Can’t we all try to do something? Just put out a collection box with a bag in it and a sign. I did this where I work. It gets filled. I take it home. I could name lots of restaurants and even grocery stores with cafés, both local and the chains, that don’t recycle. It’s horrible. Why don’t they care about our planet? (That goes for you smokers who litter your butts all over the place, too.) Deb Switzer West Pittston

Shows with the ‘B’ word have no redeeming value

hame on ABC, and God help the people who think ABC’s latest shows “Don’t trust the B_ in Apt. 23” and “GCB” (Good Christian Bitches) are good entertainment. ABC won’t actually use the word “bitch” in its programs’ titles, so it’ll just shock people with the letter B. The troubling part is that these shows do more than shock people. These shows (like so many others) depict people behaving horribly. Apparently, watching people engage in destructive, disrespectful, immoral behavior is entertaining to many people. Do audiences aspire to become the characters they see? Maybe not consciously, but it seeps into their minds and becomes the new normal. Thanks to Hollywood, our culture has become rotten to the core. I am frightened for the future of our children and our country. Alyssa Maria Kingston Township

Reader publicizes need for organ/tissue donors

pril is National Donate Life Month, a designation that is very special to me, as my husband upon his death was a donor, and my son recently received a kidney transplant. I have seen both sides of the organ/tissue donation program and am keenly aware of the urgent need to have more people authorize the organ designation on their driver’s licenses. My son was the recipient of his kidney through the paired kidney exchange program, and only through the generosity of a living donor. His donor had donated as an altruistic donor, not knowing where the recipient would be. A close family friend donated her kidney on my son’s behalf, thus creating a “kidney chain.” Her kidney traveled to Missouri, and she is doing very well, functioning with one kidney. The public has the opportunity to register to be living donors, thus freeing up someone from dialysis and thereby resuming a normal life again. For a liver transplant only a small piece of donated liver is needed, as the liver will regenerate. There are more than 110,000 people waiting for a life-saving organ transplant nationally, with more than 6,500 waiting in our region. An average of 18 people die each day while waiting for a transplant. We can do something to fix this problem, and I am writing to ask for your help. Please register as an organ and tissue donor. It takes less than two minutes, and by registering, you give hope to the thousands of patients on the waiting list. To register if you live in Pennsylvania, New Jersey or Delaware, visit www.donors1.org. For other states, visit www.donatelife.net. Marcia Rudat Archbald

Use casino tax money to lower property taxes

recently read that the Mohegan Sun casino paid $2.39 million in local taxes. When the casino opened, the public was told that the tax money would be put toward lowering property taxes. My taxes have not been lowered. As a matter of fact, they have gone up. So

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where is the money going? The new Luzerne County Council raised the county taxes this year by 2 percent. So with the input from the casino revenue, does that mean I will be getting back some of my tax money? Instead of using this money for frivolous things, how about giving some of the people who lost their county jobs their positions back? Mr. Robert Lawton, please explain where this newfound revenue is going. John Zlotnicki Edwardsville

Letter about voter ID law said to have inaccuracies

n his recent letter to the editor concerning the mandate that voters show a photo ID in order to cast a ballot, Ed Cole makes some misleading statements. The law has not been declared unconstitutional, as far as I have heard, in any state. On the contrary, the U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that such mandates are constitutional with certain provisions. Among the provisions is that the states provide each elector, who cannot otherwise afford one, a free photo ID. This also eliminates the claim that obtaining such ID costs the elector money and is essentially a poll tax. Yes, several states have had their photo ID bills put on hold, not by the courts, but rather by the Obama Justice Department, under rulings related to the Voting Rights Act. As previously noted, the Supreme Court already has ruled that such photo ID mandates are not an infringement, and the Justice Department has no authority to override the court. However, the Justice Department apparently knows it need only stall the bills, pending another federal court ruling, until the November election. This is not about justice; it’s about politics. If so many people, especially the elderly and poor, do not have photo ID, how is it they are applying for and receiving all sorts of government benefits? How are they getting medical attention when federal regulations mandate that all patients show a photo ID? I was recently at my doctor’s office and there is a notice posted on the wall referring to federal “red flag” regulations concerning ID theft. I have not only worked the polls for many years and seen various shenanigans, I also have carefully read the Pennsylvania statutes regarding voting and know that accusing someone, let alone prosecuting them, of voter fraud is difficult, to say the least – which is the basis for the low prosecution rates that opponents tout. Finally, there also is the fact that voter turnout in the states that have had photo ID mandates has risen, as voters know their ballots will not be negated by one cast via fraud.

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Crestwood planning to furlough 9 teachers, nurse

District not expecting retirements. Pay freezes have saved about $682,000. By MARK GUYDISH mguydish@timesleader.com

WRIGHT TWP. — Like most area school districts, Crestwood is planning to do with fewer teachers next year — four high school and five elementary positions, as well as a school nurse, are cut in the preliminary budget

approved last week. Unlike most districts, Crestwood isn’t cutting through attrition because it can’t. “We had no retirees this year, we don’t expect any for several years,” board member Gene Mancini said. Crestwood has another budget problem most districts aren’t facing: Teachers agreed to a salary freeze this year. Superintendent Dave McLaughlin-Smith said it’s difficult to gauge exactly what the return of pay raises next year will

Decisions await voters at polls GOP presidential, Democratic for state attorney general. On Monday, as Kane and Murstate attorney general phy aired dueling attack ads on contests top the ballots. TV, they also were making their fiBy MARC LEVY Associated Press

HARRISBURG — Pennsylvania’s primary voters will pick candidates to run for president, U.S. Senate, state attorney general and aslewofotherofficesonaTuesday expected to be soaked by rain and snow, and otherwise lacking in widespread electoral enthusiasm. There will be little mystery in the top-of-the-ticket presidential race,asDemocratswillhelpclinch their party’s nomination for President Barack Obama and Republicans are expected to further cement Mitt Romney’s status as the GOP’s inevitable nominee. Fewer than one-third of the state’s registered Democrats and Republicans are expected to vote. “Now that everyone has decided the Republican (presidential) race is over, there’s less incentive for Republicans to vote,” said Robert Speel, a professor of political science at Penn State-Erie. “The only statewide contest for Democrats is attorney general, and that usually is not a major promoter of high turnout.” Rain and snow predicted for much of the state Monday heading into today could challenge voters, althoughSpeelandothersexpected the impact on turnout to be minimal. The day also will serve as a test run for Pennsylvania’s tough new photo identification law, although the actual requirement for voters doesnotgointoeffectuntiltheNov. 6 general election. Primary voters will be asked for identification, but they won’t be turned away from the polls if they don’t have it. Five Republicans are running in a low-key race for the nomination to challenge the re-election bid by Democratic U.S. Sen. Bob Casey, and Democrats Kathleen Kane and Patrick Murphy are in a heated race for the party’s nomination

nal pitches for support. Kane greeted morning commuters at Suburban Station in Philadelphia and then traveled to Harrisburg to work the lunch-hour crowd in the food court at Strawberry Square, the office building and mall across the street from the Capitol that houses the attorney general’s office. Murphy remained in Philadelphia, where he was giving interviews and planned to campaign door-to-door in his old northeast Philadelphia neighborhood later in the day. Kane, a former Lackawanna County prosecutor, has contrasted her nearly13 years of courtroom experience while noting that Murphy’sacknowledgementthathehas never tried a case in Pennsylvania. Murphy is a former two-term congressman from Bucks County and former lawyer in the Army Judge Advocate General Corps, including astintintheIraqwar,whoclaimshe is the true Democrat in the race. There are several competitive congressional primaries, including a race among seven Republicans to succeed retiring Rep. Todd Platts of York County and a runoff between Democratic Reps. Jason Altmire and Mark Critz in western Pennsylvania set up by a Republican-controlled redrawing of U.S. House districts. In suburban Pittsburgh, former GOP congressional aide Evan Feinberg is challenging five-term Rep. Tim Murphy and in northeast PennsylvanialawyerMatthewCartwright is taking on 10-term Democratic Rep. Tim Holden. In the state Legislature, only four incumbent senators, out of 25 districts open this cycle, have primary opponents, while in the House only 28 incumbents face opposition on Tuesday. In addition, voters will fill six vacant state House seats in special elections concerning districts in Allegheny, Lehigh and Montgomery counties, and three in Philadelphia.

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PRINGLE -- A bid to request permission to eliminate three positions at the West Side Career & Technology Center was stymied Monday when it garnered only seven of the eight votes needed for approval. The school’s joint operating committee was asked to approve “curtailment or alteration of the educational program” as recommended by the administrative director, a move that requires approval first by the majority of the 15-member board and then by the state Department of Education. The motion published on the meeting agenda did not specify the nature of the recommended changes, but Solicitor Charles Coslett said the board was requesting to eliminate a full-time librarian, one physical education teacher and a full-time coop teaching position “strictly to

state law would allow a 2.2 percent increase without voter approval. All told, the preliminary budget just tops $32.9 million, roughly $400,000 more than this year’s budget. The board can rework the budget as much as it wants before passing a final budget, which must be done by June 30, but Mancini said that, barring some major changes in the financial situation, he expects the cuts in the preliminary budget will become a reality.

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Chairs and a projector screen have been set up in the courthouse rotunda for the public to monitor results there. Polls open at 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. A total 189,340 county residents are registered to vote, though only the county’s 62,567 Republicans and 109,133 Democrats will have the option to nominate candidates for a multitude of state and federal races. Independent and third-party voters are permitted to vote on a library funding referendum question if they reside in the Hazleton Area School District. All voters may select a ballot in English or Spanish, Pizano said. The Spanish version was added for the library referendum in the Hazleton area, which has a significant population of Latino residents, Pizano said. Election officials decided to make the Spanish option available to all county residents, he said. Anyonewhoexperiencesproblemsatpolling places or with voting machines is urged to contact the election bureau at 825-1715. Roving election workers also will be on hand to respond to problems, he said. Request for IDs Voters should expect to be asked for photo identification at polling places today, though they won’t be barred from casting ballots without it. The identification request is preparation for a newlawrequiringstateresidentstoshowaphoto ID meeting state guidelines when they vote. The law takes effect in the Nov. 6 general. Information on the new law will be available at polling places today, Pizano said. His assistance as interim director was neededbecausecountyManagerRobertLawtonterminated Piazza on April11. Pizano, the county’s actingclerkofcourts,wasaskedtotakethetemporary assignment because the former county controller and commissioner was county election director for nearly 12 years until resigning in 1993. Informed sources said Piazza’s termination was largely due to his recent decision to audit the campaign finance reports of county Con-

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Contested races The contested state and local contests in today’s primary include: • A race for the 17th Congressional District between longtime U.S. Rep. Tim Holden, D-St. Clair, a 20-year incumbent, and Moosic attorney Matt Cartwright. The winner is expected to battle Old Forge resident Laureen Cummings in the general election. • A chance for either activist Gene Stilp, of Middle Paxton Township, or Wilkes-Barre attorney Bill Vinsko to challenge U.S. Rep. Lou Barletta, R-Hazleton, for his seat in the11th District. Barletta is unopposed in the primary.

dinance was that residents were directed to put out trash the night before pickup after dark. Bast said that now some residents were putting their trash out days before pickup and this resulted in unsightly streets. Councilman Perry said the purpose of the ordinance was not to punish residents, but to improve

the quality of life for those living in the city. Council also approved the confirmation of Hazleton Municipal Airport Manger Stephen Simchak Sr. Mundy questioned the appointment, but Yannuzzi said Simchak’s resume reflected years of experience as an airport manager.

the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees,” Mandalay CEO Art Martin said in the Friday release. “Kristen led the team through a period of unforeseen challenges and uncertainty surrounding the future of the franchise and did an excellent job in building a strong staff and relationships throughout the community. “We look forward to her continued contributions to Mandalay Baseball.” Lackawanna County could be required to pay Luzerne County

half of the franchise sales proceeds, depending on the outcome of unresolved litigation. The Triple-A baseball franchise was purchased by both counties, and Luzerne County has a pending lawsuit arguing Lackawanna is legally required to give Luzerne half the proceeds if the franchise is sold. Lackawanna County filed a countersuit arguing Luzerne County isn’t entitled to any proceeds and owes Lackawanna millions of dollars for past stadium repairs.

lion sale is included in the funding of the reconstruction of the Moosic stadium. The sale also includes an agreement for the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees to resume playing in Lackawanna County next season after spending the entire 2012 season on the road. Original estimates called for construction to start in March to have

would probably force major cuts. The dismal outlook was fueled in part by the sluggish economy, whichhasslowedgrowthinpayroll taxes that sustain the trust funds, according to trustees, who include

troller Walter Griffith.

• A contest between Democrats Kathleen Kane, of Clarks Summit, and Patrick Murphy, of Bristol, to become Pennsylvania’s next attorney general. David Freed is unopposed in his bid on the GOP side. • A race for the auditor general nomination including Republicans Frank Pinto and John Maher. Democrat Eugene Depasquale is unopposed in the primary. • A challenge between U.S. Sen. Bob Casey, D-Scranton, and Joseph John Vodvarka. Five Republicans also are in the Senate race: David Alan Christian, Marc Scaringi, Steven Welch, Tom Smith and Sam Rohrer. Eight state legislators who represent the area face no primary opposition: Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski, D-Wilkes-Barre; Rep. Mike Carroll, D-Avoca; Rep. Karen Boback, R-Harveys Lake; Rep. Sid Michaels Kavulich, D-Taylor; Sen. John Gordner, R-Berwick; Rep. Phyllis Mundy, D-Kingston; Rep. Gerry Mullery, D-Newport Township; and Rep. Tarah Toohil, R-Butler Township. Mundy, Mullery, and Toohil likely will face general election opponents. The library referendum will decide if funding is allocated to the Hazleton Area Public Library system through adjusted property tax rates.

Also, council unanimously passed Ordinance 2012-7 addressingqualityoflifeinthecity.Theordinance would fine residents for such infractions as failing to keep up their properties, allowing debris to gather, junked vehicles and untreated weeds. Council member Keith Bast said one of the provisions of the or-

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And that’s another, ‘Here I’ll give you something for free.’ And I’m not going to do that.” Romney also tacked to the right on immigration during the primary. In recent days, he’s been highlighting Hispanic concerns at events while leaving out much of the rhetoric he embraced earlier this year. He said Monday he would outline additional changes to the immigration system in the coming months, particularly with the visa system that governs who is allowed to work in the U.S.

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young voters who propelled the Democrat to victory in 2008. Obama, meanwhile, has to hang on to those constituencies. Romney’s language on loans, for example, was distinctly different from when he was last asked about the issue, before the Illinois primary on March 20. Then, he told a young woman concerned about student debt to “by the way, get ready for President Obama’s claim. I know he’s going to come up at some point and talk about how he’s going to make it vanish.

planned a three-state swing this week to warn students of the potential financial catastrophe they will face if Congress fails to act. “I think young voters in this country have to vote for me if they’re really thinking of what’s in the best interest of the country and what’s in their personal best interest,” Romney said as he

ter, Mayor Joseph Yannuzzi said he wanted to “start fresh” in his negotiations with the county on this matter to ensure “good buses and good routes in the long term.”

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stood next to Rubio and answered reporters’ questions for the first time since effectively securing the GOP presidential nomination. Romney refused to say if the Cuban-American senator is on his list of potential vice presidents. Romney’s answers illustrate the careful line he has to walk as he transitions from a brutal Republican primary and into the general election, where he’ll have to tussle with Obama for support from the Hispanic, women and

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en for, one against and three abstentions. Coslett noted that if the board wants to pursue the request to make the changes, “time is of the essence.” In another personnel-related matter, the board approved a three-year contract for support personnel, conditional upon the acceptance of some language to clarify the available health insurance benefits. Coslett said he and the support personnel’s representative had verbally agreed to the language, but he recommended the revised contract be approved by the entire board before adoption. As a result, the meeting on Monday was not adjourned but was instead recessed until next Monday, with a closed executive session scheduled for 5:30 p.m., followed by the public meeting at 7 p.m. Also, the board approved an increase in the school lunch price from $1.90 to $2 for students and from $3 to $3.50 for adults.

tal debt payments in 2012-13 will be about $2 million. Cutting teacher staff will mean slightly larger classes but still keep most of them under 26 students. It helps that the district has seen a roughly 6 percent drop in enrollment since 2007-08, according to McLaughlin-Smith. The preliminary budget also cuts sports for seventh and eighth grade, and will cut other afterschool activities for kindergarten through eighth grade. The School Board has decided not to raise taxes, even though

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Attempt to eliminate 3 jobs HAZLETON at West Side CTC falters Motion receives only seven of provide a more efficient and efthe eight votes needed from fective school program.” With 11 of 15 members of the joint operating committee. board present, the vote was sev-

as a percentage of teacher pay, and it will rise from 8.65 percent to 12.36 percent. McLaughlin-Smith said the district also expects to pay $95,000 in unemployment compensation for the furloughed teachers. All told, those increases add about $785,000 to next year’s budget. While the district did not incur any substantial new debt, payment on existing debt is scheduled to climb next year by about $213,000 more than this year. To-

cost, but estimated the freeze saved the district about $682,000 this year, while the furloughs will save about $513,000 next year. The pay freeze, Mancini noted, helped avoid the program cuts this year that are now being considered for next year. Like other school districts, Crestwood is getting hit with a substantial increase in health insurance premiums, up 6 percent, and a big jump in payments to the teacher pension fund. The fund is run by a state agency that sets the district’s payment

work completed in time for the openingofthe2013seasoninearly April. The agreement comes on the first business day after the resignation of SWB Yankees president Kristen Rose. Rose stepped down to take a position as executive vice president of Mandalay, saying in a press release the job change would allow her to move closer to her family. “We have great respect and admiration for Kristen and thank her for all of her hard work here with

Cabinet secretaries and two public representatives. That sparked a new round of calls from around Washington on Monday for a new effort to tackle the entitlement programs. Most immediately, the trust fund that pays for disabilitybenefitsisprojectedtorunout of money in just four years. “Leaving Medicare and Social Security on autopilot and allowing

them to continue to grow beyond theirmeansisnolongeranoption,” said Utah Sen. Orrin G. Hatch, the seniorRepublicanontheSenateFinance Committee. Over the last three decades, the two political parties have periodically forged compromises that extended the solvency of Medicare and Social Security. At one point in the mid-1990s, Medicare’s hospital

trust fund was projected to run out of money in just four years, before an improving economy and a budget deal between Democrats and Republicans headed off disaster. It is unclear whether a similar compromise is possible in today’s hyperpartisan environment. Medicare, in particular, has emerged as a central flash point between the two parties.

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PHILADELPHIA â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Claude Giroux can tell in warmups when goalie Ilya Bryzgalov is going to play a strong game. But donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t expect the All-Star forward to spill his secrets. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t tell you that,â&#x20AC;? Giroux said, smiling. Whatever the indicator is, that the Philadelphia Flyers goalie will play his "Aâ&#x20AC;? game instead of his oh-no game, can remain classified for at least one more round of the Eastern Conference playoffs. Bryzgalov â&#x20AC;&#x201D; after a brutal first five games in which he allowed 20 goals â&#x20AC;&#x201D; tipped off the Flyers that he was ready to dominate in Game 6, then went out and shut down the Pittsburgh Penguins in the 5-1 clincher on Sunday. Bryzgalov has been a source of frustration and fulfillment in his first season in net for the Flyers, and the Pittsburgh series was no different. He won four games, and advanced, sure. But he also posted a 3.89 goals-against average along the way. It was just another chapter in a puzzling campaign. One that featured oddball quotes and a Winter Classic benching. At times, it was enough to make Flyers fans wonder why the organization gave him $51 million last summer. His torrid March, though, coupled with his 30-save brilliance in Game 6 made the Russian worth every last ruble. For now. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bryz was unbelievable from start to finish,â&#x20AC;? Flyers forward Danny Briere said of Game 6. â&#x20AC;&#x153;That was something special.â&#x20AC;? The Flyers are counting on more games like that, and fewer like Game 4, when Bryzgalov was yanked after allowing five goals ... in less than two periods. The Flyers â&#x20AC;&#x201D; a team that used three goaltenders in two rounds last season â&#x20AC;&#x201D; expected Bryzgalov to be the missing link, the goaltender who would lead them to their first Stanley Cup championship since 1975. He responSee BRYZ, Page 5B

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No other player got this kind of welcome. Though he was the fourth quarterback to take the huddle in Saturdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s BlueWhite Game, Paul Jones received the loudest ovation from the crowd when he trotted onto the field at Beaver Stadium. Call it backup quarterback syndrome if you want â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Penn State fans have seen plenty of Matt McGloin and Rob Bolden at the position the past two years, and the new face is always the most exciting. But no player appreciated the support more than

Jones, whose football career was derailed last year. Rated one of the top quarterbacks in the country coming out of Sto-Rox High School near Pittsburgh, Jones has yet to suit up for a college game in two years with the Nittany Lions. He redshirted in 2010 while another true freshman, Bolden, claimed the starting job. His 2011 season ended three months before the first game when he was ruled academically ineligible. Upset and ashamed, Jones still opted to stick it out at Penn State. But the worst

moments came as the Lions took the field for each game. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Every Saturday I was watching those guys run out the tunnel, and I was sitting there watching the band play,â&#x20AC;? said Jones, who spoke publicly about his struggles for the first time after the Blue-White Game. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Just beating myself up about it every single day. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I hate failing. I hate feeling bad for myself. â&#x20AC;Ś It was me not doing my work. It was me slacking off. But I know Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m smart See JONES, Page 5B

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he got it from. In between, there were numerous motions as attorneys for both sides fussed over which words and facts can be used and which ones canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t. Finally, as the clock passed 5 p.m., an impatient U.S. District Judge Reggie Walton admonished both sides for making their cases too complicated for a jury to understand. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Keep it simple. ... Boom! Move on,â&#x20AC;? said Walton, who then declared the slowAP PHOTO moving trial adjourned for the day as he abruptly left the bench. The opening de- Roger Clemens leaves the Federal

WASHINGTON â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The complexity of the Roger Clemens perjury retrial showed itself in many ways Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201D; before a jury that knows little about baseball. The prosecutorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hour-long opening statement was a rambling hodgepodge of dates and anecdotes that attempted to portray the seven-time Cy Young Award winner as a man who told lies and â&#x20AC;&#x153;other lies to cover up lies.â&#x20AC;? A ruling was issued about Clemensâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; former teammate Andy Pettitte: He can testify about taking human growth hormone, but canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t say where See CLEMENS, Page 5B

Courthouse Monday in Washington after his perjury trial.

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head and dropping the Oklahoma City guard to the hardwood. Within seconds, the roars of the crowd fell silent as fans watched in disbelief the latest act of violence by a player who changed his name last year to promote peace. World Peace is likely to be sidelined when the Lakers open the postseason this weekend, and possibly longer. He claims he accidentally clipped Harden while celebrating a dunk.

he team that was expected to go home carrying another Stanley Cup instead goes home early. The team that was supposed to be going nowhere is going to the Eastern Conference semifinals. All this unpredictability is what makes the world of sports, especially hockey at playoff time, so enthralling. Even if the Pittsburgh Penguins werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t thrilled by it. They were the Las Vegas odds-on favorites to win the Cup this year, mainly because their scoring star Sidney Crosby came back from the concussion symptoms that hampered him for more than a year and joined a lineup packed with scoring punch. Then the hated Philadelphia Flyers knocked them out quickly, with a staggering blow and then a finishing flurry. The combination left feelings so harsh, Penguins coach Dan Bylsma began his series-ending press conference Sunday by first congratulating the Flyers, then quickly adding, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I really canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t wish them luck, though.â&#x20AC;? The Penguins could have used a little good fortune during their 4-2 opening-round loss to Philadelphia. Or at least a little self-certainty. Instead, everything went haywire on the Penguins. Their record-setting penalty kill during the regular season mysteriously collapsed in the playoffs, allowing the Flyers 12 power play goals and a league-record 50 percent power play conversion percentage (12-for-24). â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our penalty kill is the thing,â&#x20AC;? Bylsma said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We did not get the penalty kill that some of our penalty killers have been good at all year long. That was a big factor.â&#x20AC;? So was losing big leads. The Penguins began the series in a 3-0 hole by losing two home games in which they led comfortably. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They played really, really well,â&#x20AC;? Penguins defenseman Brooks Orpik said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t play very well for three games. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s obviously a lot of regrets. You canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t change the outcome of the first three games.â&#x20AC;? But the series itself seemed to undergo continuous transformations. What started as a shootout, with both teams combining for 45 goals over the first four games, turned into a stingy scrap during the final two games. Both goalies, Pittsburghâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s MarcAndre Fleury and Philadelphiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ilya Bryzgalov, got better after being benched. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We knew Pittsburgh was quite a dangerous team,â&#x20AC;? Bryzgalov said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A lot of people picked them,â&#x20AC;? Flyers coach Peter Laviolette said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We were underdogs.â&#x20AC;? The biggest upset came when the offensive-minded Flyers abruptly turned into defensive dynamos while blocking 40 shots in Sundayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 5-1 victory. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A lot of problems,â&#x20AC;? Fleury surmised. Combined, they knocked the favorites flat. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t a lot of words to describe this group, the expectations and what we thought with this complement of players,â&#x20AC;? said Bylsma, who led the Penguins to the 2009 Stanley Cup. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The expectation was very high for this group. Getting Sidney back, it maybe even sets the expectation even higher.â&#x20AC;? Yet, the Flyers will wind up carrying Pennsylvaniaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hopes for a Cup. As the Penguins can attest, sometimes in sports, you just donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get what you expect.

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POST TIME 6:30 p.m. All Races One Mile First-$9,500 Cond.Trot;n/w 1 pm race life 4 The Padre C.Norris 1-3-x Wins at first asking 1 Manolo B J.Morrill 4-3-1 Certainly worth a look 5 Clete Hanover M.Simons 3-4-2 In this class a long time 8 Ballagio Hanover T.Schadel 4-6-5 Looking for a check 3 Genic’s Boy J.Taggart 5-5-6 Sits the pylons 2 Radical Ridge B.Simpson 7-8-6 Struggling trotter 9 Celebrity Hall A.McCarthy 5-5-5 Little from out here 7 Ride With Sully T.Jackson 6-4-6 Go another direction 6 Bloomfield Frosty E.Carlson 4-4-5 Very slow horse Second-$9,500 Cond.Pace;n/w 1 pm race life 5 Debt Of Honor H.Parker 5-2-6 Time to make amends 4 American Pilot B.Simpson 5-6-5 Well bred pacer 6 Ufdragons Rocket J.Morrill 3-4-5 Chester shipper 7 Just Blue Bayou A.McCarthy 6-5-4 Noel Daley trainee 3 New Years Eve Ball G.Napolitano 3-7-3 New to Pocono 9 Just Enough M.Kakaley 3-5-4 1-for-15 lifetime 1 Rocknroll Place J.Pavia 9-5-3 First time lasix user 2 Newspeak E.Carlson 6-6-8 Never hit the board 8 Purple Mcrain Tn.Schadel 7-7-7 Maiden for life Third-$9,000 Cond.Trot;n/w $4,000 last 5 6 Truth In Action G.Napolitano 6-4-8 Softer company helps out 2 Jesse’s Gem M.Simons 4-1-4 Rosecroft import 1 Budget Gap H.Parker 9-4-9 Down a bit in class 7 M S Heather M J.Taggart 7-3-6 Chestnut mare 5 Jeff’s Night Out T.Bueter 3-4-3 Gives it up late in mile 4 Wingbat M.Kakaley 6-4-2 Has to find more late 9 Sabana Hanover B.Simpson 3-7-6 Plenty of tough draws 8 Intimidator A.McCarthy 8-8-1 No one is afraid 3 Dreamnwillie J.Pavia 6-7-4 Gobbled up Fourth-$9,000 Cond.Pace;n/w $4,000 last 5 9 Touch Of Steel G.Napolitano 4-2-8 I’m taking Nap again 6 Four Brass Starz A.McCarthy 3-5-6 Traffic woes last wk 2 Indelible Hanover B.Simpson 6-8-3 Burned lots of money in past 1 Waylon Hanover M.Kakaley 2-5-8 Does retain Kakaley 7 Mcmarvel H.Parker 6-3-3 In from the Bronx 8 Nightmare Affair T.Jackson 4-6-1 Saddled with the 8-slot 3 Wink And Nod J.Pavia 5-4-2 Lack of speed a killer 4 Kingofthecastle J.Morrill 7-4-5 Dethroned 5 Tarver Hanover J.Taggart 8-8-5 Remains a tired pacer Fifth-$9,500 Cond.Pace;n/w 1 pm race life 2 Wygant Pearl M.Simons 2-5-5 Deserves another nod 3 Miss Connor J.Morrill 1-4-x Got to like the name 4 Jupiter T.Buter 2-3-4 Not missing by mich 9 Caitir A.McCarthy 4-5-2 Classic Photo mare 5 Yes Master T.Schadel 5-7-2 Still in learning process 1 Lady Is A Winner A.Napolitano 4-8-4 Hoping to stay flat 8 Mariongotchocolate M.Kakaley 4-3-5 Melts 7 Diary Hanover B.Simpson 6-4-5 Bad habits 6 My Love Bi T.Jackson 7-5-6 Last of all Sixth-$4,500 Clm.Pace;clm.price $5,000 8 Herzon A.Napolitano 8-7-9 Longshot potential 6 Kel’s Return G.Napolitano 1-3-5 Looked solid in comeback 4 Tatoo Hall J.Morrill 3-5-4 Decent from off the pace 2 Brother Ray B.Simpson 7-2-4 Much better draw 3 Third Day M.Kakaley 4-7-2 Off since Nov 1 Sarah’s Legacy L.DeSimone 8-6-8 DeSimone makes a showin 9 Steuben Jumpinjack M.Simons 9-3-6 Drops, but stuck with nine hole 5 Real Liberator E.Carlson 5-8-7 Gapper 7 Sweepstake Jake A.McCarthy 8-1-7 Slim chances Seventh-$8,500 Clm.Trot;clm.price $10,000 6 Ready For Freddie G.Napolitano 4-7-6 Drop in tag the difference 9 Tameka Seelster M.Simons 1-5-4 Bumps up off the claim 1 Eight O’clock Rock T.Jackson 4-2-5 Tough one to gauge 7 Universal Star D.Irvine 1-2-7 Down the road vs similar 4 Foxy Lady De Vie A.McCarthy 5-2-5 Slumping Pena trainee 8 Peace Bridge Tn.Schadel 8-2-6 Tends to tire 2 Onehallofawoman J.Taggart 1-8-4 Grounded 3 Sir Alex Z Tam M.Kakaley 4-4-9 I’ll pass on 5 Smashing Revue E.Carlson 6-6-4 Weak off the purchase Eighth-$6,000 Clm.Pace;clm.price $7,500 1 Chaco Hanover J.Taggart 6-3-7 Pocket rocket 6 Mountain Air T.Jackson 6-3-2 Jackson trains and reins 5 I’m In Luck A.McCarthy 3-8-7 A player in here 9 Eoos M.Simons 4-4-7 Rounds out the super 8 Mcrum N Coke T.Buter 7-2-6 Raced poorly off solid 2nd 4 Players Ball M.Kakaley 5-9-2 It’s a strike out 2 Buzzd On Sudzz M.Romano 8-7-4 Not shown much from Matt 3 I Am So Glad J.Morrill 6-7-6 Sad 7 Mikes Hope H.Parker 6-9-8 Fallen on hard times Ninth-$12,000 Clm.Hndcp Trot;clm.price $12-15,000 9 Halfpipe G.Napolitano 1-4-5 Expect more of the same 6 Hogue’s Rockie J.Morrill 3-2-2 Consistent type 3 Marian’s Man A.Napolitano 2-9-2 Salerno doing well 2 Fox Valley Rival T.Buter 6-3-1 Drops, but off game a bit 4 Martoddi T.Jackson 2-3-3 Former Asher trainee 1 Zero Boundaries T.Raymer 5-6-2 Was re-claimed by Tyler 8 Woody Marvel T.Wing 3-5-1 Used up early on 5 The Kentuckian M.Kakaley 3-3-7 Lacks last qtr speed 7 Muscles To Spare D.Chellis 5-7-2 Out of energy Tenth-$25,000 F&M Open Pace 3 Mud Pie Hanover G.Napolitano 1-2-6 The now horse 6 Southwind Jazmin J.Morrill 1-5-4 Had big qualifier for this 5 Forever Ivy C.Norris 1-1-1 Last yr’s top mare at PD 1 Ticket To Rock A.McCarthy 3-1-4 No slouch when right 2 Omen Hanover M.Kakaley 1-2-3 Won here before 4 Odds On Adventure T.Buter 1-1-1 Morrill opted off Eleventh-$9,000 Cond.Trot;n/w $4,000 last 5 1 Julius Secret G.Napolitano 9-2-6 Nap can have big night in store 5 Toocloseforcomfort T.Buter 4-2-2 Not the best of races 9 Shibboleth Hanover M.Simons 1-4-7 A danger, if ready 4 Pegasus Man A.McCarthy 7-1-7 Another ‘Croft invader 2 Captain Brady C.Norris 6-3-9 Moves out of claimers 3 Triple T Dawn Tn.Schadel 5-5-4 Hopped over 6 Grace N Charlie J.Morrill 6-3-5 Rarely leaves the wood 7 Tactical Caviar J.Raymer 3-4-5 Needs a tightner 8 Marion Merlot G.Wasiluk 8-9-7 Again near the rear Twelfth-$18,000 Cond.Pace;n/w $18,000 last 5 6 All Spirit H.Parker 3-5-6 Worth a shot 5 Ideal Newton A.McCarthy 2-2-2 Right on the bit 6 Billie Bluechip J.Pavia 1-2-4 Classy Pavia trainee 1 Crown Lady M.Kakaley 4-5-6 Webster back in the game 2 Kayla’s Dream G.Napolitano 5-8-8 In new hands 3 Farouche Hanover A.Napolitano 1-6-3 Pittsburgh shipper 4 Love This Place J.Morrill 5-4-8 Couldn’t beat lesser Thirteenth-$9,500 Cond.Trot;n/w 1 pm race life 5 Turbulent Flight C.Norris 2-2-4 Smooth sailing 8 Southwind Strobe M.Kakaley 3-2-4 Well staked trotter 9 Poppa Woody B.Simpson 2-5-5 A factor, if flat 3 Bold Fresh J.Morrill 5-3-2 Morrill picks up catch drive 7 Pilatus T.Buter 3-8-5 Marks first career effort 6 Red Falkor G.Napolitano 5-6-7 Not the color of green 4 Celebrity Gauwitz H.Giannoulis 2-5-5 I’d go against 2 Greatest Hits B.Truitt 8-3-6 Best work at the fairs 1 Megabar Lenny J.Taggart 6-6-5 Trounced Fourteenth-$9,000 Cond.Pace;n/w $4,000 last 5 9 Bear King J.Morrill 6-2-4 Best of weak bunch 1 Pride And Glory M.Romano 8-8-8 The pole position a plus 2 Rise Above It G.Napolitano 4-7-8 Watch the early money 5 Allamerican Daddy M.Kakaley 5-7-7 Use in exotics 6 Mountain Rocket A.McCarthy 7-7-8 Yet to hit ticket in 3 previous 7 Itsallaboutmike H.Parker 8-3-1 Clogged rim last wk 4 Mach To The Limit A.Napolitano 6-7-5 March right by this one 8 Night Call J.Taggart 9-6-3 Taggart much better at Monti 3 Cannae Barron D.Ingraham 7-7-8 One more race to go Fifteenth-$9,500 Cond.Pace;n/w 1 pm race life 7 Trip Hanover J.Morrill 5-3-2 It’s a Morrill late double 6 Mr Govianni Fra E.Carlson 2-3-4 Getting closer and closer 9 Crazy Speed H.Parker 4-8-2 Western Terror colt 3 Real Lush D.Ingraham 2-6-7 From the Cook stable 2 Mr Hollywood Starz E.Mollor 4-x-x First time starter 5 Quik Jolt M.Simons 4-1-x Another making pm debut 1 Windmill Shark J.Taggart 4-6-5 Needs more training 4 Winbak Thriller T.Jackson 8-6-x Slow in the morning 8 Go Squeeze Box M.Kakaley 9-5-4 See you tomorrow

L O C A L C A L E N D A R TODAY'S EVENTS H.S. BASEBALL Dallas at Nanticoke, 4:15 p.m. Hanover Area at Wyoming Seminary, 4:15 p.m. Meyers at GAR, 4:15 p.m. Northwest at MMI Prep, 4:15 p.m. H.S. GIRLS SOCCER Delaware Valley at Dallas, 4:15 p.m. Hazleton Area at Holy Redeemer, 4:15 p.m. Lake-Lehman at Coughlin, 4:15 p.m. Wyoming Valley West at Berwick, 4:15 p.m. Nanticoke at Crestwood, 7 p.m. H.S. SOFTBALL Hanover Area at Wyoming Seminary, 4:15 p.m. Hazleton Area at Tunkhannock, 4:15 p.m. Meyers at GAR, 4:15 p.m. Northwest at MMI Prep, 4:15 p.m. H.S TRACK AND FIELD Berwick at Pittston Area, 4:15 p.m. Coughlin at Crestwood, 4:15 p.m. Hazleton Area at Dallas, 4:15 p.m. Holy Redeemer at GAR, 4:15 p.m. H.S. BOYS VOLLEYBALL Berwick at Hazleton Area Dallas at North Pocono Nanticoke at Coughlin COLLEGE BASEBALL Misericordia at Marywood, 3:30 p.m. COLLEGE SOFTBALL King’s at Oneonta State COLLEGE TENNIS Baptist Bible at King’s, 3 p.m. MEN'S COLLEGE GOLF Misericordia at Messiah, noon Lycoming at King’s, 1 p.m. WOMEN'S COLLEGE LACROSSE Wilkes at King’s, 4:30 p.m.

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TIGERS

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ORIOLES

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Points

RAYS

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Angels

HAWKS

RANGERS

10.0

Yankees

Red Sox

8.5

TWINS

A’S

7.0

White Sox

PIRATES

7.5

Rockies

REDS

7.5

Giants

METS

7.0

Marlins

Cards

CUBS

BREWERS

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Astros

Phillies

9.0

D’BACKS

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6.5

PADRES

Braves

7.5

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BOWLING 7 p.m. ESPN2 — Women’s, USBC Queens, at Arlington, Texas

CYCLING

5 p.m. NBCSN — Tour de Romandie, prologue, at Lausanne, Switzerland (same-day tape)

HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL

7 p.m. WQMY — North Pocono at Scranton

MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL

12-1 5-2 7-2 6-1 4-1 5-1 15-1 8-1 20-1

7 p.m. ROOT — Colorado at Pittsburgh 8 p.m. YES — N.Y. Yankees at Texas 9:30 p.m. CSN — Philadelphia at Arizona 10 p.m. WGN — Chicago White Sox at Oakland

MINOR LEAGUE BASEBALL

9-2 4-1 10-1 3-1 7-2 6-1 8-1 15-1 20-1

7 p.m. SE2, WYLN — Buffalo at Lehigh Valley

NBA BASKETBALL

8 p.m. TNT — Miami at Boston 10:30 p.m. TNT — Phoenix at Utah

NHL HOCKEY

4-1 3-1 7-2 15-1 6-1 9-2 8-1 10-1 20-1

7:30 p.m. NBCSN — Playoffs, conference quarterfinals, game 6, Florida at New Jersey

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

4-1 5-2 5-1 15-1 6-1 7-2 12-1 8-1 20-1

BASEBALL American League CLEVELAND INDIANS—Activated SS Asdrubal Cabrera from the bereavement list. Optioned LHP Nick Hagadone to Columbus (IL). TEXAS RANGERS—Placed RHP Justin Miller on unconditional release waivers. National League NEW YORK METS—Placed INF Ronny Cedeno on the 15-Day DL, retroactive to April 21. Recalled RHP Jeremy Hefner from Buffalo (IL). Eastern League ALTOONA CURVE—Announced RHP Zach Foster was assigned to Bradenton (FSL).

5-2 6-1 7-2 5-1 2-1 10-1

BASKETBALL

National Basketball Association PHILADELPHIA 76ERS—Fined Philadelphia coach Doug Collins $15,000 for verbal abuse of an official during an April 21 game at Indiana.

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FOOTBALL

National Football League BUFFALO BILLS—Announced G Kraig Urbik and G Chad Rinehart signed their tender offers. CHICAGO BEARS—Signed G Chilo Rachal to a one-year contract. DENVER BRONCOS—S Brian Dawkins announced his retirement. GREEN BAY PACKERS—Released OT Chad Clifton. MIAMI DOLPHINS—Waived DE Phillip Merling. WASHINGTON REDSKINS—Signed LB Bryan Kehl. Canadian Football League EDMONTON ESKIMOS—Signed WR Aaron Hargreaves. WINNIPEG BLUE BOMBERS—Released RB Nick FitzGibbon and QB Brandon Summers.

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HOCKEY

American Hockey League AHL—Suspended Rochester D Alex Biega one game for a boarding incident in an April 21 game at Toronto. Suspended Hershey D Patrick Wellar one game for his actions in an April 21 game at WilkesBarre/Scranton.

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COLLEGE

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ARKANSAS—Named John L. Smith football coach. CONNECTICUT—Granted freshman basketball F Michael Bradley and sophomore basketball F Roscoe Smith have been granted releases from their scholarships. KANSAS—Dismissed sophomore LB Collin Garrett and freshman CB Chris Robinson for violating team rules. KANSAS STATE—Named Jimmy Price strength and conditioning coach. MINNESOTA—Named Norwood Teague athletic director. SMU—Named Larry Brown men’s basketball coach. ST. ANDREW’S—Announced the resignation of men’s basketball coach Richie Schueler. VIRGINIA TECH—Fired men’s basketball coach Seth Greenberg. WAGNER—Named James Clark and Lisa Steele women’s assistant basketball coaches. XAVIER—Announced junior men’s basketball G Mark Lyons will not return to the school.

H O C K E Y National Hockey League Playoff Glance (x-if necessary) FIRST ROUND (Best-of-7) Wednesday, April 11 Philadelphia 4, Pittsburgh 3, OT Nashville 3, Detroit 2 Los Angeles 4, Vancouver 2 Thursday, April 12 NY Rangers 4, Ottawa 2 San Jose 3, St. Louis 2, 2OT Boston 1, Washington 0, OT Phoenix 3, Chicago 2, OT Friday, April 13 New Jersey 3, Florida 2 Philadelphia 8, Pittsburgh 5 Detroit 3, Nashville 2 Los Angeles 4, Vancouver 2 Saturday, April 14 Washington 2, Boston 1, 2OT

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Ottawa 3, NY Rangers 2, OT St. Louis 3, San Jose 0 Chicago 4, Phoenix 3, OT Sunday, April 15 Nashville 3, Detroit 2 Philadelphia 8, Pittsburgh 4 Florida 4, New Jersey 2 Los Angeles 1, Vancouver 0 Monday, April 16 NY Rangers 1, Ottawa 0 Boston 4, Washington 3 St. Louis 4, San Jose 3 Tuesday, April 17 Florida 4, New Jersey 3 Nashville 3, Detroit 1 Phoenix 3, Chicago 2, OT Wednesday, April 18 Ottawa 3, NY Rangers 2, OT Pittsburgh 10, Philadelphia 3 Vancouver 3, Los Angeles 1 Thursday, April 19 New Jersey 4, Florida 0 Washington 2, Boston 1 Phoenix 3, Chicago 2, OT St. Louis 2, San Jose 1 Friday, April 20 Pittsburgh 3, Philadelphia 2 Nashville 2, Detroit 1, Nashville wins series 4-1 Saturday, April 21 Washington 4, Boston 3 Florida 3, New Jersey 0, Florida leads series 3-2 Ottawa 2, NY Rangers 0, Ottawa leads series 3-2 St. Louis 3, San Jose 1, St. Louis wins series 4-1 Chicago 2, Phoenix 1, OT, Phoenix leads series 3-2 Sunday, April 22 Philadelphia 5, Pittsburgh 1, Philadelphia wins series 4-2 Boston 4, Washington 3, OT, series tied 3-3 Los Angeles 2, Vancouver 1, OT, Los Angeles wins series 4-1 Monday, April 23 NY Rangers 3, Ottawa 2, Series tied 3-3 Phoenix at Chicago, late Today's Games Florida at New Jersey, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 25 Washington at Boston, TBD x-Chicago at Phoenix, TBD Thursday, April 26 x-Ottawa at NY Rangers, TBD x-New Jersey at Florida, TBD

American Hockey League Playoff Glance (x-if necessary) FIRST ROUND BEST OF 7 EASTERN CONFERENCE Connecticut 3, Bridgeport 0 Thursday, April 19: Connecticut 3, Bridgeport 0 Saturday, April 21: Connecticut 3, Bridgeport 0 Sunday, April 22: Connecticut 4, Bridgeport 3, OT Norfolk 1, Manchester 1 Friday, April 20: Norfolk 3, Manchester 2 Saturday, April 21: Manchester 5, Norfolk 2 Wednesday, April 25: Norfolk at Manchester, 7 p.m. Friday, April 27: Norfolk at Manchester, 7 p.m. Saturday, April 28: Norfolk at Manchester, 7 p.m. Penguins 2, Hershey 0 Friday, April 20: Penguins 3, Hershey 1 Saturday, April 21: Penguins 7, Hershey 2 Wednesday, April 25: Penguins at Hershey, 7 p.m. Friday, April 27: Penguins at Hershey, 7 p.m. x-Saturday, April 28: Hershey at Penguins, 7:05 p.m. WESTERN CONFERENCE Toronto 2, Rochester 0 Thursday, April 19: Toronto 4, Rochester 3 Saturday, April 21: Toronto 4, Rochester 3 Monday, April 23: Toronto 3, Rochester 0 Wednesday, April 25: Toronto at Rochester, 7:05 p.m. x-Saturday, April 28: Rochester at Toronto, 3 p.m. EASTERN CONFERENCE Syracuse 1, St. John's 1 Friday, April 20: St. John’s 3, Syracuse 2 Saturday, April 21: Syracuse 4, St. John’s 3 Wednesday, April 25: Syracuse at St. John’s, 6 p.m. Friday, April 27: Syracuse at St. John’s, 6 p.m. Saturday, April 28: Syracuse at St. John’s, 6 p.m. WESTERN CONFERENCE San Antonio 2, Chicago 0 Thursday, April 19: San Antonio 5, Chicago 4, OT Saturday, April 21: San Antonio 4, Chicago 3 Tuesday, April 24: San Antonio at Chicago, 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 25: San Antonio at Chicago, 8 p.m. x-Friday, April 27: San Antonio at Chicago, 8:30 p.m. Oklahoma City 2, Houston 1 Thursday, April 19: Oklahoma City 5, Houston 0 Friday, April 20: Oklahoma City 4, Houston 1 Sunday, April 22: Houston 1, Oklahoma City 0 Tuesday, April 24: Houston at Oklahoma City, 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 25: Houston at Oklahoma City, 8 p.m. Abbotsford 2, Milwaukee 0 Friday, April 20: Abbotsford 6, Milwaukee 2 Sunday, April 22: Abbotsford 4, Milwaukee 2 Wednesday, April 25: Milwaukee at Abbotsford, 10 p.m. Friday, April 27: Milwaukee at Abbotsford, 10 p.m. x-Saturday, April 28: Milwaukee at Abbotsford, 10 p.m.

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G O L F World Golf Ranking Through April 22 1. Rory McIlroy.................................... 2. Luke Donald.................................... 3. Lee Westwood................................ 4. Bubba Watson................................. 5. Hunter Mahan ................................. 6. Martin Kaymer................................. 7. Steve Stricker ................................. 8. Tiger Woods.................................... 9. Phil Mickelson................................. 10. Justin Rose ................................... 11. Louis Oosthuizen ......................... 12. Adam Scott.................................... 13. Charl Schwartzel.......................... 14. Webb Simpson ............................. 15. Matt Kuchar ................................... 16. Jason Day ..................................... 17. Dustin Johnson ............................ 18. Graeme McDowell ....................... 19. Bill Haas ........................................ 20. Keegan Bradley............................ 21. Sergio Garcia................................ 22. Nick Watney .................................. 23. Brandt Snedeker .......................... 24. Peter Hanson................................ 25. Ian Poulter ..................................... 26. K.J. Choi........................................ 27. Bo Van Pelt ................................... 28. Zach Johnson ............................... 29. Mark Wilson .................................. 30. Jason Dufner ................................ 31. John Senden ................................ 32. Sang-Moon Bae............................ 33. Thomas Bjorn ............................... 34. Carl Pettersson ............................ 35. David Toms................................... 36. Simon Dyson ................................ 37. Martin Laird ................................... 38. Alvaro Quiros................................ 39. Anders Hansen............................. 40. Robert Karlsson ........................... 41. Jim Furyk....................................... 42. Aaron Baddeley ............................ 43. Paul Lawrie.................................... 44. Francesco Molinari....................... 45. Paul Casey.................................... 46. Fredrik Jacobson ......................... 47. Rickie Fowler ................................ 48. K.T. Kim......................................... 49. Ben Crane ..................................... 50. Geoff Ogilvy .................................. 51. Kyle Stanley .................................. 52. Gonzalo Fernandez-Castano ..... 53. Kevin Na........................................ 54. Nicolas Colsaerts ......................... 55. Ryo Ishikawa................................. 56. Jonathan Byrd ............................... 57. Retief Goosen .............................. 58. Robert Rock.................................. 59. Y.E. Yang ...................................... 60. Miguel Angel Jimenez .................

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The Wyoming Valley West Softball Booster Club will have a meeting on Wednesday, at 7:30 p.m. at the WVW Middle School. Parents of all players are encouraged to attend. REGISTRATION/TRYOUTS

B A S K E T B A L L

EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division W L Pct y-Boston ......................... 37 27 .578 x-New York .................... 34 30 .531 Philadelphia ................... 33 30 .524 New Jersey .................... 22 42 .344 Toronto ........................... 22 42 .344 Southeast Division W L Pct y-Miami ......................... 46 18 .719 x-Atlanta........................ 38 26 .594 x-Orlando ...................... 36 28 .563 Washington .................. 17 46 .270 Charlotte ....................... 7 56 .111 Central Division W L Pct y-Chicago ..................... 48 16 .750 x-Indiana ....................... 41 23 .641 Milwaukee..................... 30 33 .476 Detroit ........................... 24 40 .375 Cleveland...................... 21 42 .333 WESTERN CONFERENCE Southwest Division W L Pct y-San Antonio .............. 47 16 .746 x-Memphis.................... 39 25 .609 x-Dallas......................... 36 29 .554 Houston ........................ 33 32 .508 New Orleans ................ 20 44 .313 Northwest Division W L Pct y-Oklahoma City.......... 46 18 .719 x-Denver ....................... 36 28 .563 Utah............................... 34 30 .531 Portland......................... 28 36 .438 Minnesota..................... 26 39 .400 Pacific Division W L Pct x-L.A. Lakers................ 41 24 .631 x-L.A. Clippers ............. 40 24 .625 Phoenix......................... 33 31 .516 Golden State ................ 23 41 .359 Sacramento.................. 21 43 .328 x-clinched playoff spot y-clinched division Sunday's Games New York 113, Atlanta 112 L.A. Lakers 114, Oklahoma City 106,2OT Sacramento 114, Charlotte 88 Detroit 76, Toronto 73 Miami 97, Houston 88 Golden State 93, Minnesota 88 San Antonio 114, Cleveland 98 Denver 101, Orlando 74 L.A. Clippers 107, New Orleans 98 Monday's Games Indiana 103, Detroit 97 Washington 101, Charlotte 73 Philadelphia 105, New Jersey 87 Memphis 109 Cleveland 101 Milwaukee 92, Toronto 86 San Antonio 124, Portland 89 Today's Games L.A. Clippers at Atlanta, 7:30 p.m. Sacramento at Oklahoma City, 8 p.m. Miami at Boston, 8 p.m. New Orleans at Golden State, 10:30 p.m. Phoenix at Utah, 10:30 p.m. Wednesday's Games Washington at Cleveland, 7 p.m. Chicago at Indiana, 7 p.m. Charlotte at Orlando, 7 p.m. Denver at Oklahoma City, 8 p.m. Philadelphia at Milwaukee, 8 p.m. L.A. Clippers at New York, 8 p.m. San Antonio at Phoenix, 10:30 p.m.

MEETINGS

9.46 9.31 8.40 6.40 5.76 5.46 5.44 5.42 5.25 5.13 5.06 5.04 5.03 4.88 4.82 4.81 4.75 4.70 4.41 4.25 4.18 4.03 4.02 3.96 3.75 3.67 3.37 3.35 3.35 3.24 3.17 3.16 3.13 3.03 3.02 2.98 2.96 2.96 2.93 2.92 2.91 2.90 2.89 2.87 2.83 2.81 2.81 2.73 2.73 2.72 2.68 2.56 2.53 2.53 2.50 2.42 2.41 2.38 2.37 2.36

Back Mountain Youth Soccer Association will hold registrations for the Fall Intramural Season on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Dallas Middle School cafeteria for age groups U6 through U18. Eligible players must be at least five years old by July 31st, 2012. New players must show proof of age. All players must register online available now at bmysa.org. If you do not have internet access, computers will be available at registration. Forty Fort Soccer Club will hold a registration for the fall season on Sunday from 1-3 PM in the basement of the Forty Fort Borough Building. Forms and more information can be found at www.fortyfortpioneers.org. Greater Pittston Stoners Youth Soccer fall registrations will be held today and Thursday and May 1, 3 and 8 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Exeter Scout Home, located in the rear of the Exeter Borough Bldg. on the corner of Wyoming Ave. and Lincoln St. in Exeter. Cost is $48 if you do NOT need a uniform and $63 if you DO need a uniform. There will be no additional signup dates. For more information, visit www.stonersoccer.org. Hanover Area Youth Soccer will hold fall registrations from 6:30-8 p.m. on Thursday, May 3 and May 8 in the high school cafeteria. Costs are $55 for first child, $45 for the second, and $35 for three and more. Check out our Facebook page for more information. UPCOMING EVENTS The Second Annual Pittston Area, Wyoming Area and Seton Catholic Alumni Basketball Games will be played on Saturday at Pittston Area High School. The Alumni Basketball Games will feature former men and women basketball players and cheerleaders playing in a round robin games on Saturday afternoon. All former players and cheerleaders are invited to participate. Interested players and cheerleaders can call Coach Kathy Healey at 510 - 9044 or e mail Coachhealey20@aol.com or Coach Waleski at 457-1206 or e mail stanwaleski@yahoo.com. The Plains Sports Hall of Fame Association is seeking names and biographical information of former or current residents of Plains who have distinguished themselves in athletics as players, coaches or contributors to athletic programs. The association is enlarging its data base which is used to select deserving candidates for induction into the Plains Sports Hall of Fame. Nomination forms can be obtained at the Plains American Legion or from the members of the Hall of Fame Association Board of Directors Nominations can be submitted on the forms or by letter and should be sent to: Plains Sports Hall of Fame Association, PO Box 1625, Plains, PA 18705. To be considered for induction in 2012, the nominations and the biographical information must be submitted prior to July 31, 2012.

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Jeter gets 4 hits for Yanks in win The Associated Press

ARLINGTON, Texas — Derek Jeter had four hits to stretch his hitting streak to 13 games, Alex Rodriguez belted career home run No. 632 and the New York Yankees beat the Texas Rangers 7-4 on Monday night. CC Sabathia (2-0) struck out eight over eight innings for his 11th career win against the two-time defending American League champion Rangers, who won their first five series this season. The big left-hander was pitching with an extra day of rest after the Yankees’ scheduled series finale at Boston was rained out Sunday night, a day after New York overcame a 9-0 deficit for a 15-9 win over the Red Sox. Mariano Rivera worked a perfect ninth for his fourth save. New York has won 10 of 13 since being swept in three games at Tampa Bay to start the season. Josh Hamilton homered for the Rangers. Derek Holland (2-1), the 25-year-old left-hander who signed a $28.5 million, fiveyear contract extension this spring, has never beaten the Yankees. He gave up seven runs and nine hits with four walks and one strikeout in six innings. Holland is 0-5 with a 9.26 ERA in seven career appearances (six starts) against New York. Rodriguez hit a three-run homer, his third of the season, in the fifth for a 6-1 lead. The Rangers hadn’t given up more than five runs in a game before that, and Jeter added an RBI double in the sixth. New York went ahead to stay

when Curtis Granderson blooped a two-run single into short right-center with two outs in the first. Jeter led off the game with an infield single and Robinson Cano also had a single. Red Sox 6, Twins 5

MINNEAPOLIS — Cody Ross homered twice, tying the game with a two-run shot in the seventh inning and giving Boston the lead with two outs in the ninth to snap a five-game losing streak for the Red Sox and beat the Minnesota Twins 6-5 on Monday night. Starter-turned-temporaryreliever Daniel Bard (1-2) recorded two critical outs in the eighth after the Twins put the leadoff runner on third. Alfredo Aceves picked up the save, his third in five tries, and all was right with the reeling Red Sox for at least one night. Aceves gave up a one-out single and a high drive to the warning track in left-center to Trevor Plouffe, but Denard Span bounced back to the mound to end it. Blue Jays 4, Royals 1

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Jose Bautista hit a two-run homer, Kelly Johnson also went deep and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the bumbling Kansas City Royals to complete a four-game sweep. The Blue Jays improved to 6-1 on the road this season, while Kansas City lost its 11th straight to finish up a winless 10-game homestand. The Royals became the first team to lose its first 10 at home since the Chicago Cubs dropped 12 in a row at Wrigley Field in 1994. Eric Hosmer scored the Royals’ only run with a homer leading off the second inning.

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Bumgarner, Giants beat Mets for sweep The Associated Press

NEW YORK (AP) — Madison Bumgarner pitched seven neat innings, Pablo Sandoval homered to match a team mark set by Willie Mays and the San Francisco Giants beat the New York Mets 7-2 Monday night for a doubleheader sweep. The Giants took the opener 6-1 as Tim Lincecum posted his first win of the season despite another uneven performance. Slightly over 1,000 fans bundled up in the stands when the opener began on a windy, raw afternoon better suited for the Bay Area. The crowd later picked up, but Citi Field was nearly empty for the final out. A rainout Sunday forced the twinbill. Sandoval hit a three-run homer in the first inning to back Bumgarner. The burly slugger has a 16-game hitting streak, tying the San Francisco record at the start of a season set by Mays in 1960, STATS

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Cubs 3, Cardinals 2

CHICAGO — Joe Mather’s two-run single with two outs in the ninth inning lifted the Chicago Cubs to a comeback win over the St. Louis Cardinals. St. Louis closer Jason Motte (1-1) had the Cubs down to their final strike when Mather, a former Cardinal, grounded a 2-2 slider up the middle, scoring Bryan LaHair and Geovany Soto. Cubs 3, Cardinals 2

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Washington ..................................... Atlanta .............................................. New York ......................................... Miami................................................ Philadelphia..................................... St. Louis ......................................... Milwaukee...................................... Cincinnati ....................................... Pittsburgh ...................................... Houston ......................................... Chicago.......................................... Los Angeles .................................. San Francisco ............................... Colorado ........................................ Arizona........................................... San Diego ......................................

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All Times EDT AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division L Pct GB WCGB 6 .625 — — 6 .625 — — 7 .563 1 1 7 .563 1 1 41⁄2 10 .333 41⁄2 Central Division L Pct GB WCGB 6 .625 — — 1 1 6 .600 ⁄2 ⁄2 6 .571 1 1 51⁄2 12 .294 51⁄2 13 .188 7 7 West Division L Pct GB WCGB 4 .765 — — 9 .471 5 21⁄2 10 .412 6 31⁄2 10 .375 61⁄2 4 NATIONAL LEAGUE East Division L Pct GB WCGB 4 .750 — — 6 .625 2 — 8 .500 4 2 21⁄2 8 .467 41⁄2 9 .438 5 3 Central Division L Pct GB WCGB 6 .647 — — 9 .471 3 21⁄2 9 .438 31⁄2 3 9 .400 4 31⁄2 11 .353 5 41⁄2 12 .294 6 51⁄2 West Division L Pct GB WCGB 4 .750 — — 7 .563 3 1 7 .533 31⁄2 11⁄2 8 .500 4 2 12 .294 71⁄2 51⁄2

AMERICAN LEAGUE Sunday's Games Texas 3, Detroit 2, 11 innings Tampa Bay 6, Minnesota 2 Toronto 5, Kansas City 3 Baltimore 3, L.A. Angels 2, 10 innings Oakland 5, Cleveland 1 Chicago White Sox 7, Seattle 4 N.Y. Yankees at Boston, ppd., rain Monday's Games N.Y. Yankees 7, Texas 4 Boston 6, Minnesota 5 Toronto 4, Kansas City 1 Chicago White Sox at Oakland, (n) Tuesday's Games Kansas City (J.Sanchez 1-0) at Cleveland (D.Lowe 2-1), 7:05 p.m. Seattle (Vargas 2-1) at Detroit (Scherzer 1-1), 7:05 p.m. Toronto (H.Alvarez 0-1) at Baltimore (Tom.Hunter 1-1), 7:05 p.m. L.A. Angels (E.Santana 0-3) at Tampa Bay (Price 2-1), 7:10 p.m. N.Y. Yankees (Kuroda 1-2) at Texas (Darvish 2-0), 8:05 p.m. Boston (Beckett 1-2) at Minnesota (Blackburn 0-1), 8:10 p.m. Chicago White Sox (Floyd 1-2) at Oakland (Milone 2-1), 10:05 p.m. Wednesday's Games Chicago White Sox at Oakland, 3:35 p.m. Kansas City at Cleveland, 7:05 p.m. Seattle at Detroit, 7:05 p.m. Toronto at Baltimore, 7:05 p.m. L.A. Angels at Tampa Bay, 7:10 p.m. N.Y. Yankees at Texas, 8:05 p.m. Boston at Minnesota, 8:10 p.m .

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NATIONAL LEAGUE Sunday's Games San Francisco at New York, ppd., rain St. Louis 5, Pittsburgh 1 Miami at Washington, ppd., rain Houston 12, L.A. Dodgers 0 Colorado 4, Milwaukee 1 Cincinnati 4, Chicago Cubs 3 San Diego 6, Philadelphia 1 Arizona 6, Atlanta 4 Monday's Games San Francisco 6, N.Y. Mets 1, 1st game Colorado at Pittsburgh, ppd., rain San Francisco 7, N.Y. Mets 2, 2nd game Chicago Cubs 3, St. Louis 2 Milwaukee 6, Houston 5 Philadelphia at Arizona, (n) Atlanta at L.A. Dodgers, (n) Tuesday's Games Colorado (Moyer 1-2) at Pittsburgh (Correia 1-0), 7:05 p.m. Miami (Jo.Johnson 0-2) at N.Y. Mets (J.Santana 0-2), 7:10 p.m. San Francisco (M.Cain 1-0) at Cincinnati (Latos 0-2), 7:10 p.m. St. Louis (Wainwright 0-3) at Chicago Cubs (Samardzija 2-1), 8:05 p.m. Houston (Norris 1-0) at Milwaukee (Wolf 0-2), 8:10 p.m. Philadelphia (Worley 1-1) at Arizona (Collmenter 0-1), 9:40 p.m. Washington (G.Gonzalez 1-0) at San Diego (Richard 1-1), 10:05 p.m. Atlanta (Minor 2-1) at L.A. Dodgers (Harang 1-1), 10:10 p.m. Wednesday's Games Colorado at Pittsburgh, 12:35 p.m., 1st game Houston at Milwaukee, 1:10 p.m. St. Louis at Chicago Cubs, 2:20 p.m. Philadelphia at Arizona, 3:40 p.m. Colorado at Pittsburgh, 4:05 p.m., 2nd game Washington at San Diego, 6:35 p.m. Miami at N.Y. Mets, 7:10 p.m. San Francisco at Cincinnati, 7:10 p.m. Atlanta at L.A. Dodgers, 10:10 p.m.

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The Yankees’ Derek Jeter swings on a single during the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Texas Rangers on Monday in Arlington, Texas. The Yankees won 7-4.

A M E R I C A N L E A G U E Yankees 7, Rangers 4 New York

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Blue Jays 4, Royals 1 Toronto

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Red Sox 6, Twins 5 Boston

Minnesota ab r h bi Span cf 4 0 1 0 JCarrll ss 4 0 1 0 Mauer c 3 1 2 0 Wlngh dh 3 1 0 0 Mornea 1b 3 0 0 0 Doumit rf 4 1 2 2 Valenci 3b 4 1 1 2 Parmel lf 4 0 1 0 CThms pr 0 0 0 0 Plouffe 2b 3 1 0 0 Totals 35 612 6 Totals 32 5 8 4 Boston ................................ 120 000 201 — 6 Minnesota .......................... 000 410 000 — 5 E—Aviles (3), Sweeney (1). DP—Boston 3, Minnesota 2. LOB—Boston 3, Minnesota 5. 2B—Sweeney (8), Doumit (1). HR—Saltalamacchia (2), C.Ross 2 (5), Valencia (1). CS—Pedroia (1). SF—Ad.Gonzalez. IP H R ER BB SO Boston Lester ....................... 7 6 5 5 4 4 F.Morales................. 1⁄3 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 Bard W,1-2............... 2⁄3 Aceves S,3-5 ........... 1 1 0 0 0 0 Minnesota Marquis .................... 61⁄3 11 5 5 0 3 Burton....................... 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 Duensing.................. 2⁄3 Capps L,0-1 ............. 1 1 1 1 0 0 Umpires—Home, Fieldin Culbreth;First, Adrian Johnson;Second, Gary Cederstrom;Third, Lance Barksdale. T—3:12. A—32,351 (39,500). Aviles ss Sweeny rf Pedroia 2b AdGnzl 1b Ortiz dh Youkils 3b Sltlmch c C.Ross lf Byrd cf

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T H I S D A T E I N B A S E B A L L April 23 1903 — The New York Highlanders won their first game as a major league team, 7-2 over the Washington Senators. 1913 — New York Giants ace Christy Mathewson beat the Phillies 3-1, throwing just 67 pitches. 1939 — Rookie Ted Williams went 4-for-5, including his first major league home run, but the Red Sox lost to Philadelphia 12-8 at Fenway Park. 1946 — Ed Head of the Brooklyn Dodgers no-hit the Boston Braves 5-0 at Ebbets Field. Head was making his first start after a year’s military service. 1952 — Bob Feller of the Cleveland Indians and Bob Cain of the St. Louis Browns matched one-hitters. Cain wound up as the winner, 1-0. 1952 — Hoyt Wilhelm of the Giants hit a home run at the Polo Grounds in his first major league at-bat. He was the winner, too, and pitched 1,070 games in the majors — but never hit another homer. 1954 — Hank Aaron hit the first home run of his major league career. The drive came against Vic Raschi in the Milwaukee Braves’ 7-5 victory over St. Louis. 1962 — After an 0-9 start, the expansion New York Mets won their first game beating the Pittsburgh Pirates 9-1 behind Jay Hook. 1964 — Ken Johnson of the Houston Colt .45s became the first pitcher to lose a nine-inning no-hitter when Pete Rose scored an unearned run to give the Cincinnati Reds a 1-0 victory. 1989 — Nolan Ryan came within two outs of his sixth career no-hitter, losing it when Nelson Liriano tripled in the ninth inning as the Texas Rangers beat the Toronto Blue Jays 4-1. Ryan finished with his 10th lifetime one-hitter.

Utley tries to stay positive By MATT GELB The Philadelphia Inquirer

PHOENIX — Two of the seven buildings at Canal Crossing Business Park, one mile south of Phoenix’s Sky Harbor International Airport, are vacant. One is available with 90 percent financing. Tucked in the far left corner, behind the companies that produce filter supplies, concrete construction, and electric solutions, is Fischer Sports Therapy. This is where Chase Utley works now. He spends as many as six hours a day in the gym, which caters to a number of professional athletes, to build strength in his chronically injured knees. But on Monday, Utley left early. He wore a dark T-shirt and shorts with lime-green sneakers when he walked to his rental car shortly before noon. His escort was Phillies head athletic trainer Scott Sheridan. It was time to see his teammates. “I’m not happy that I’m not playing,” Utley, 33, said. “But I’m looking at it from a positive, like I always have. I’ve definitely gained strength over the past three weeks.” Those three weeks have provided optimism for the second baseman. Utley took batting practice with the Phillies at Chase Field before Monday’s game. He fielded some ground balls for the first time in two months. He smiled. There is no pain when he swings, Utley said. Soreness persists in the field. But during spring training, Utley reached a point where he could not do any infield work because of the sting. And hitting was problematic too. So there is progress. Utley missed the first 46 games of the 2011 season and could be operating on a similar pace in 2012. He declined to affix a timetable to his return, and will remain in Phoenix to work at Brett Fischer’s complex once the Phillies leave. “It’s hard to tell,” Utley said. “So far, on a daily basis, I’ve been feeling good. I haven’t had to slow things down. Being here for a little longer will benefit me. At some point, I’ll meet with the team and continue to do more baseball stuff. Then we’ll see what happens.” Utley could not compare his progress to last season, but admitted that his knees are stronger now than they were before. That appears to be the focus of his rehabilitation program this time. “Last year, I went with the mind-set of getting everything loose and not trying to make my legs tight,” Utley said. “Right now, we’re trying to gain strength and continue to keep my legs loose.”

NFL

HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS

Saints deny ESPN report alleging eavesdropping

Outdoor athletic events washed out

The Associated Press

NEW ORLEANS — The New Orleans Saints denied an anonymously sourced ESPN report on Monday which alleges that general manager Mickey Loomis’ booth in the Superdome was wired so he could listen to opposing coaches’ radio communications during games. ESPN could not determine if the system was ever used. The report on Monday’s “Outside the Lines” said Loomis would have been able to eavesdrop on opponents from 2002 to 2004. The report also said the system was dis-

abled in 2005, when the Superdome was heavily damaged by Hurricane Katrina. Saints spokesman Greg Bensel called the report “1,000 percent false.” “We asked ESPN to provide us evidence to support their allegations and they refused,” Bensel said. “The team and Mickey are seeking all legal recourse regarding these false allegations.” Loomis explained his use of an earpiece and described his gameday setup in the Superdome booth in an emailed statement. “I have a monitor in front of

me in my booth that provides the league issued stats for the game,” Loomis stated. “I have a small TV with the network broadcast and I have an earpiece to listen to the WWL-AM radio game broadcast. “To think I am sitting in there listening and actually ... doing something with the offensive and defensive play calls of the opposing teams makes this story and the unnamed sources that provided the false information that much more less credible,” Loomis’ statement continued. “It just didn’t happen.”

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The majority of Monday’s high school events were postponed due to the inclement weather. The only events that took place on the high school circuit was three boys volleyball matches a girls soccer match. Here is the list of postponements and when they will be made up: BASEBALL Dallas at Nanticoke will be today. Wyoming Area at Hazleton Area and Wyoming Valley West at Holy Redeemer will be

Wednesday. Berwick at Crestwood will play Friday, while Tunkhannock at Pittston Area will be 1 p.m. Saturday. GIRLS SOCCER Four games were postponed Monday. GAR at Wyoming Seminary will be today. Meyers at Pittston Area will be played Thursday. MMI Prep at Hanover Area will be Friday. The Wyoming Area at North Pocono game hasn’t been rescheduled. SOFTBALL

Hazleton Area at Tunkhannock is today. Three games have been moved to May 1: Holy Redeemer at Dallas; Pittston Area at Wyoming Area; and Nanticoke at Wyoming Valley West. Coughlin at Berwick has been rescheduled for May 4. BOYS TENNIS Meyers at Berwick and Wyoming Seminary at Pittston Area will be Thursday. Crestwood at Hazleton Area will be Friday. Coughlin at Holy Redeemer will play Monday.

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HORSE RACING

No Derby favorite, but there are 6 possibilities By RICHARD ROSENBLATT AP Sports Writer

Picking the favorite for the Kentucky Derby may be as tough as picking the winner. Without a breakthrough star heading into the May 5 Derby, there’s a stable full of 3-yearolds worthy of the leading role as horse to beat when a full field of 20 spring from the starting gate at Churchill Downs. Let’s begin with Union Rags, who opened on top and now finishes No. 1 on the AP’s final Run to the Roses’ Top 10 list of Derby contenders. Other potential Derby favorites are BoAP FILE PHOTO demeister, Creative Cause, Dullahan, Gemologist and I’ll Union Rags, ridden by Julien Leparoux, captured the Fountain of Have Another. Youth horse race in March. Without a breakthrough star heading into the May 5 Kentucky Derby, there’s a stable full of 3-year-olds Union Rags comes into the worthy of the leading role as horse to beat when a full field of 20 11⁄4-mile Derby off a third-place spring from the starting gate at Churchill Downs. finish in the Florida Derby af-

ter winning the Fountain of Youth. Not the most stellar credentials, but by finishing with a flourish in his last race after a tough trip trainer Michael Matz is hoping Union Rags will be at his best on Derby day. The colt worked four furlongs in 47.40 seconds at Keeneland last week. Matz called the work “nothing spectacular,” but “we will ask more of him in his next work,” sometime next week at Churchill Downs. “If he has an exceptional work next week, he could wind up the favorite,” says longtime Churchill Downs oddsmaker Mike Battaglia, who will set the betting line a week from Wednesday. “But in two losses, they made excuses for him. If he’s as good as everybody says

he would have been able to overcome that bad trip (in the Florida Derby).” With that, Battaglia is leaning toward Bodemeister based on the colt’s eye-catching, 91⁄2-length victory in the Arkansas Derby in just his fourth career start. Bodemeister is No. 3 this week. “He ran a huge race in Arkansas, but the question is can he come back in three weeks and duplicate that?” says Battaglia. Gemologist, No. 2 on our list, is unbeaten in all five of his starts, including a victory in the Wood Memorial. Dullahan, No. 5, came rumbling down the stretch and overtook Hansen in winning the Blue Grass, and the Californiabased duo of I’ll Have Another and Creative Cause ran 1-2 in the Santa Anita Derby.

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BASKETBALL

A H L P L AYO F F S

No rust for a Penguin debut

Celebrity game this weekend

Matt Rust scored his first playoff goal on Saturday being on same line with Williams and McDonald.

Breaking Benjamin’s Josh Seibert and Chad Szeliga highlight stars to be on hand.

By TOM VENESKY tvenesky@timesleader.com

By JIMMY FISHER Times Leader Correspondent

The second annual Celebrity Basketball Game will be returning to Nanticoke on Saturday at the Greater Nanticoke Area High School gym. The event, which is sponsored by the Clifton R. Lewis Good Life Foundation, will be split up into multiple events beginning at 1 p.m. The first event is the intrasquad game between two Nanticoke teams, followed by a threepoint shootout. Afterwards a slam dunk contest will take place, followed by a performance by singer/songwriter Josh Seibert and Breaking Benjamin drummer Chad Szeliga, and finally the celebrity game. Celebrities participating in the event include Pittsburgh Steelers players Steve McLendon and Darnell Stapleton, and two-time NASCAR Truck Series Champion Todd Bodine. These participants will take on local athletes and citizens from Luzerne County. The slam dunk competition will include Sprite Slam Dunk All-Star Carlos Smothers, Harlem Globetrotters Roscoe Johnson and “The World’s Best Dunker” Kenny Dobbs. Clifton R. Lewis, founder and president of the Good Life Foundation, said he and his co-workers have been working hard to acquire these celebrity participants. “We’ve been working day and night trying to get these celebrities for six months,” said Lewis. “We got them through the social media such as Twitter and Facebook and also through word of mouth. I have a friend who golfs with Darnell Stapleton so that was a big help.” At last year’s Celebrity Basketball event Lewis said over 800 people attended, but he hopes to improve not only this year but in the future, and he hopes to get different talent. “We want to try and get people every year and keep adding year by year,” Lewis said. The Celebrity Basketball game is looking to be an annual event in Nanticoke, but it is not the only event sponsored by the Clifton R. Lewis Foundation, as Lewis said they will be having dancing events going on in Minnesota and Arizona later this year. Lewis is a native of Nanticoke and started the foundation in 2010 to help those diagnosed with Muscular Dystrophy, which he himself was diagnosed with in 2006. The Good Life Foundation helps families affected by MD by providing them with the help they need to afford mobilization such as wheelchairs and scooters. They have helped over 17 families in 14 states.

“They all have questions,” says Battaglia, “which is why it’s so wide open.” In Derby-related news over the weekend: • Trainer Bob Baffert’s Rebel winner and Arkansas Derby runner-up Secret Circle was sidelined by a sesamoid injury. Baffert also trains Bodemeister, and says he’s considering entering Liaison. • Owner Shivananda Parbhoo says he plans to enter Trinniberg, won the Swale and Bay Shore in his last two starts but has never run farther than seven furlongs. • Borderland Derby winner Isn’t He Clever is now being trained by Steve Asmussen and is under Derby consideration. Asmussen has two other hopefuls in Daddy Nose Best and Sabercat.

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Tunkhannock’s Ryan Leiser (11) and Randy Howell (6) try to get to the ball as Kyle Spellman (7) of Wyoming Valley West looks on during Monday’s Wyoming Valley Conference high school boys volleyball game in Plymouth.

Spartans dramatically knock off Tigers The Times Leader staff

PLYMOUTH – Matt Pieszala’s 25 kills led Wyoming Valley West from two games down to defeat Tunkhannock 3-2 on Monday in a Wyoming Valley Conference boys volleyball match. The Spartans won by scores of 16-25, 23-25, 25-13, 25-18, 15-10. Zack Patricio contributed to the win with 14 digs, while Alex Himlin totaled 21 service points and Dylan Saneheltz had 38 assists to contribute to the win. Valley West improved to 4-3 this season in handing the Tigers (3-2) just their second loss of the season. Player statistics for Tunkhannock were unavailable.

W VC B OYS VO L L EY BA L L S TA N D I N G S Holy Redeemer(2A)................................................... North Pocono (2A) ..................................................... Crestwood (2A) .......................................................... Tunkhannock (2A)...................................................... Lake-Lehman (2A) ..................................................... Wyoming Valley West (3A)....................................... Dallas (2A) .................................................................. Coughlin (2A).............................................................. Delaware Valley (3A) ................................................. Hazleton Area (3A) .................................................... Nanticoke (2A)............................................................ Hanover Area (2A) ..................................................... Berwick (2A) ...............................................................

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Hawkeyes 25-12, 25-10, 25-10 on Monday behind Brent Oliver’s 21 service points. Kyle Fine contributed with nine kills and Brian Devine had 10 serDallas 3, Berwick 0 vice points. Hanover Area was led by Tom Aaron Weir led the Mountaineers to the victory with 16 kills and four Bogarowski (three kills), Elido Veras (11 digs), and Austin Sinclair blocks over the Bulldogs by scores (20 digs). of 25-13, 25-23, and 25-20. Also for Dallas, Bryce Mattson GIRLS SOCCER totaled 30 assists while Corey Tunkhannock 3, Honesdale 0 Schreffler totaled 10 kills, and Cheyenne Brown scored two goals James DelPriore had 10 digs. as the Tigers defeated the Hornets Berwick was led by Kyle Venditon a rainy Monday afternoon. ti’s eight kills and Alex Buck’s 10 Tunkhannock................................................................. 2 1 — 3 service points. Honesdale ..................................................................... 0 0 — 0 Lake-Lehman 3, Hanover Area 0 The Black Knight defeated the

First half: 1. TUNK, Cheyenne Brown (Janel Kalamanowicz) 38:15; 2. TUNK, Brittany Sickler 29:26; Second half: 3. Brown (Sickler) 30:02 Shots: TUNK 14, HON 7; Saves: TUNK 3 (Spencer

COLLEGES SOFTBALL Wilkes sweeps Baptist Bible The Lady Colonels took a 10-2 decision in five innings in game one and 14-8 in the nightcap. Laykin Hughes pitched all five innings allowing five hits, while striking out 10 batters for Wilkes. Jordan Borger led the offense with three hits and two RBI. Emily McGrath and Mandy Seccia finished with two hits and a combined for five RBI. In the second game, eight different Lady Colonels scored a run including a 4-for-5 performance from Jess Paveletz, who also had four RBI. Alysha Bixler and Mandy Seccia each added two hits. WOMEN’S LACROSSE Wilkes 18, Lancaster Bible 11 In nonconference action, Gabby Ford scored six goals and Keri Meerholz added four goals and two assists for the Lady Colonels. Cassie Cronin recorded the win making 17 saves. Wilkes will play at cross-town rival King’s 4:30 p.m. today at McCarthy Stadium.

Matt Rust has played in plenty of big games during his years with the U.S. National team and the University of Michigan. He’s played in world championships and NCAA tournaments, but they were nothing like the experience of playing in his first AHL playoff game on Saturday. “I was expecting a faster pace and to be honest, the first couple of shifts I felt like I was in a movie in fast forward,” Rust said. “That was the fastest game I ever played in.” And it suited Rust’s style well. Centering a line with Jason Williams and Colin McDonald, Rust scored his first pro playoff goal in the Penguins 7-2 win over Hershey in Game 2. The line combined for three goals and four assists, and Rust gave most of the credit to his veteran wingers. “It’s special when you get a chance to play in between Williams and Mac,” Rust said. “They make me 10 times better and they made the game easy.” Rust started Game 2 in place of Brian Gibbons, and head coach John Hynes was happy with how his rookie center responded. “We felt he was going to be an impact player for us in the playoffs,” Hynes said. “These are the things you need in the playoffs. You need guys in different roles who can step up.” Rust’s goal was a big step toward showing Hynes he can elevate his game, but he wasn’t too overconfident. “I don’t score a whole lot of goals and it was pretty special to me,” Rust said. “It means a lot when you can get into the lineup and do something positive. But you can’t feel too good for yourself. It’s just one game.” Street’s First After missing time in last year’s playoffs due to injury, Ben Street – the Penguins’ leading scorer in the regular season, notched the first playoff goal of his career on Saturday. But it wasn’t an ordinary goal. Street connected during a shorthanded penalty shot attempt – the second time this year he has converted on such an opportunity. “It’s mainly from Lerg making those passes,” Street said. “It is weird though. Both times I felt I got pretty good shots off. Anytime they want to give me a penalty shot, I’ll take it.” The goal also helped Street put last season’s playoff experience – when he was limited to eight games due to injury, behind him. “I’ve been thinking about that for a while now,” Street said. “What I did in the regular season (2011-2012) kind of got me in the conversation for getting an NHL deal. Hopefully I’m a guy they’re watching and now is a time when you really need to step up your game. There’s a lot of motivation for me.” New Arrivals With Pittsburgh eliminated from the postseason, Hynes said Eric Tangradi, Simon Despres and Brian Strait will be coming back to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton. When or how much they’ll play right away has yet to be determined, he said. “Physically, mentally… make sure they’re OK to play,” Hynes said. “We’ll let them come in, get de-briefed and then make some decisions.” New Faces Wilkes-Barre/Scranton signed F Dominik Uher and D Reid McNeill to amateur try-out agreements on Monday. Uher is a fifth-round draft pick (No. 144 overall) by Pittsburgh in the 2011 NHL Entry Draft. He has registered 58 goals, 86 assists and 165 penalty minutes in 181 contests with Spokane. McNeill, 19, was drafted by the Penguins in 2010 during the sixth round (170 overall). He recorded 12 points (3 goals, 9 assists) and 60 PIM in 51 games with the Ontario Hockey League’s Barrie Colts.

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Rangers force Game 7 with win vs. Senators The Associated Press

OTTAWA — Brad Richards scored the go-ahead goal and Derek Stepan had a goal and two assists as the top-seeded New York Rangers staved off elimination with a 3-2 victory against Ottawa Senators on Monday night. The series heads back to New York Thursday night for the first Game 7 in any sport at Madison Square Garden in 17 years. Not even the return of Daniel Alfredsson, who missed three games with a concussion, in front of the fired-up home crowd at Scotiabank Place could help the eighth-seeded Senators complete the upset. Carl Hagelin returned to the Rangers lineup after sitting out a three-game suspension for his elbow on Alfredsson The Rangers broke through in the second with three goals after going six straight periods without scoring. Chris Neil gave Ottawa a 1-0 lead in the first with a power-play goal and Ja-

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son Spezza cut it to 3-2 with 39 seconds left to play in the third. Neil was planted at the edge of Henrik Lundqvist’s crease along with teammate Zack Smith when Ottawa’s power play put it ahead 1-0 at 7:05. Sergei Gonchar’s point shot deflected in off Neil’s skate as he tried to jump out of the way. That got the frenzied towel-waving crowd into a lather that only increased when Neil answered Brandon Prust’s challenge for a fight eight minutes later. The momentum seemed to be completely in Ottawa’s favor when the first intermission hit, especially with goalie Craig Anderson locked into a lengthy shutout streak and looking sharp once again. But the Senators lost their focus in the second period and referees Steve Kozari and Tim Peel gave the Rangers four power plays. Stepan tied the game 1-1 during the first one at 8:55, taking two whacks at a sweet pass from Richards to beat Ander-

son. That ended the Rangers scoring drought at 145 minutes, 27 seconds. A call that Ottawa fans will question helped put New York ahead for good. New York received a lengthy 5-on-3 after Nick Foligno was sent off for goaltender interference — replays showed two Rangers players guiding him into Lundqvist — and Richards took advantage of the extra space by skating off the wall and beating Anderson high at 17:08. That was soon followed by a backbreaking goal from Kreider, the first of his NHL career. He sneaked a shot through Anderson with 40.3 seconds to play in the period to make it 3-1. Ottawa successfully staged a number of dramatic comebacks during the regular season — they also erased a two-goal deficit while winning Game 4 — and had plenty of opportunities to mount another one here. But Lundqvist held the Senators at bay on two power plays, denying Kyle Turris point blank and having a Chris Phillips shot ring off the post.

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THe Rangers’ Brad Richards (19) celebrates New York’s go-ahead goal against the Ottawa Senators with teammates Ryan Callahan (24), Derek Stepan (21) and Marian Gaborik (10) during the second period of Game 6 of a first-round Stanley Cup playoff series in Ottawa, Ontario, on Monday.

CLEMENS

NBA ROUNDUP

SWB Yanks snowed out in Batavia

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The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees series finale against the Norfolk on Monday was postponed because Batavia, New York, the site for the Yankees home game, was getting hit with a powerful snowstorm. The game will be made up as part of a doubleheader when the Yankees visit Harbor Park in Norfolk, Virginia from June 1–4. The start time and date of the contests have not yet been announced. On Sunday, the teams were slated to play a twinbill after losing Saturday’s game to weather. The Yankees will open up a two-game series at McCoy Stadium against the Pawtucket Red Sox tonight at 6:15 before traveling to Lehigh Valley for four home games against the IronPigs. Right-hander D.J. Mitchell (2-0, 2.12) makes the start for the Yankees tonight against the PawSox and their righty Aaron Cook (2-0, 1.35). The two-game set wraps up on Wednesday with an afternoon tilt at 12:05. The Yankees enter the series with an 8-8 record, while Pawtucket is 12-5.

Mets’ Cedeno on DL NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Mets have sent righthander Jeremy Hefner back to the minors after he made his major league debut. Hefner was promoted from Triple-A Buffalo before the first game of Monday’s doubleheader against San Francisco. Reserve infielder Ronny Cedeno was put on the 15-day disabled list, retroactive to Saturday, because of a strain on the left side of his chest.

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enough to do the work.” It was last June that Jones’ problems in the classroom came to a head and he was told that he would not be able to play. He sat down with academic advisor Todd Kulka, then-quarterbacks coach Jay Paterno and his mother, Jen, and was given two options. As Jones recalls, they told him, “You can either go to a junior college – we’ll help you look for a junior college – or you can stay here and work your way out of it. But we’re not gonna let you fail.” “There was probably more to the conversation,” Jones said. “But at that time, I was outside of my body thinking, ‘I can’t believe I let myself get into this situation.’ ” At that time, he still had four years of eligibility remaining. Junior college was likely the easier route – move down and find a

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Former New Jersey Nets players, from left, Darryl Dawkins, Otis Birdsong and Darwin Cook attend the team’s 35-year anniversary at halftime of an NBA game between the New Jersey Nets and the Philadelphia 76ers Monday in Newark, N.J. The Nets, who played their last regular season home game, will pack up and move to Brooklyn.

Sixers clinch, Nets say farewell to Jersey The Associated Press

NEWARK, N.J. — The Philadelphia 76ers nailed down the final playoff berth in the Eastern Conference and spoiled the Nets’ final game in New Jersey with a 105-87 victory Monday night. Thaddeus Young scored all 15 of his points in the second half to help the 76ers make the postseason for the second straight year and eliminate the Milwaukee Bucks from playoff contention. The win moved Philadelphia (34-30) into a tie with the New York Knicks for the No. 7 seed with two games remaining in the regular season. Jrue Holiday and Elton Brand added 15 points apiece and Andre Iguodala had 14 points and nine assists for Philadelphia. MarShon Brooks had 18 points to lead the Nets, who will move into a new arena in Brooklyn next season. school thrilled to have a top talent for a year, starting immediately while getting settled in the classroom. Improve from there and he could go through the recruiting process again, picking a new FBS school with three years still left. It’s a path that Heisman winner Cam Newton followed, going from Florida to a junior college to Auburn and then the No. 1 overall pick in the draft. Jones, of course, is not Newton. But that option, he admitted, was enticing. Ultimately, he did not want to leave the people who had helped him through a tough first 18 months on campus. “I love every single one of my teammates here,” Jones said. “It’d be hard to find another bond like that. So I decided to stay. I wouldn’t change my mind.” Even so, it was a difficult fall for Jones, who just missed his target grades and wasn’t able to travel with the team to Dallas for the TicketCity Bowl in the new se-

Wizards 101, Bobcats 73 WASHINGTON — John Wall had 16 points and 14 assists, Nene scored 18 points and Jan Vesely had 16 points on 8-for-8 shooting and the Washington Wizards handed the Charlotte Bobcats their 21st straight loss. It gave the Wizards their first four-game winning streak since Dec. 9-13, 2007. The 28-point margin of victory equaled their largest in the season.

rested regular starters Danny Granger, Roy Hibbert and George Hill since Indiana is locked into the No. 3 seed in the Eastern Conference playoffs. Grizzlies 109, Cavaliers 101 MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Marreese Speights had 17 points and 10 rebounds, Marc Gasol also scored 17 points, and the Memphis Grizzlies beat the Cleveland Cavaliers for their fifth straight win.

Pacers 103, Pistons 97 INDIANAPOLIS — Paul George scored 12 of his 27 points in the fourth quarter to help the Indiana Pacers beat the Detroit Pistons. George made 13 of 15 free throws and grabbed 10 rebounds for the Pacers. David West scored 20 points and Leandro Barbosa and Tyler Hansbrough added 13 points each for Indiana. Pacers coach Frank Vogel

Bucks 92, Raptors 86 MILWAUKEE — The Milwaukee Bucks are out of the NBA playoffs, despite getting 25 points from Brandon Jennings in a 92-86 victory over Toronto Raptors on Monday night. Milwaukee’s postseason fate was determined earlier Monday night when the Philadelphia 76ers beat the New Jersey Nets 105-87 to clinch the eighth playoff berth in the Eastern Conference and eliminate the Bucks.

mester. The spring has gone much better for the Pittsburgh native. Despite having more time occupied by football and new coach Bill O’Brien’s complex offense, Jones said he has a B-average this semester and will “absolutely” be eligible for the fall. Blessed with a mortar for a right arm, Jones showed off his easeinfiringtheball60-plusyards through the air in Saturday’s scrimmage. General accuracy and touch on those deep balls remain an issue, as Jones finished the day 6-for-15 for 113 yards, a touchdown and an interception. “Paul Jones has gotten better every single day,” O’Brien said. “Paul Jones and I have a unique relationship because we both have unique senses of humor. He’s been a fun guy to coach, and I’ll keep between he and I what he needstodotowinthestartingjob, but he made a lot of strides this spring. “He’s doing better in school, and I’ve really enjoyed being

around Paul Jones.” “I’m a shy guy until you get to know me,” Jones said through a wide grin. “And then I don’t shut up.” He developed a quick rapport with his new coach and was able to put his problems behind him. But he hasn’t forgotten that awful feeling from last fall. It crept to the surface one last time on Saturday. “Coming off the bus, all the emotions hit me,” Jones said. “I was actually holding shoulder pads and a helmet this time instead of just walking around with my head down and feeling bad for myself.” After reaching the stadium, Jones went through his normal routine of meeting with his family. It wasn’t until he was with his mother that it finally dawned on him that he would finally be playing. “I was about to start crying,” he said. “I’m holding back tears right now thinking about it. Just happy to be able to play again.”

fense statement was put off until today. On the fifth day of the trial, the court finally seated 12 jurors and four alternates. The 10 women and six men mostly said they didn’t follow baseball or know much about Clemens. In fact, seven said they’d never heard of him. Their first task was to try to digest prosecutor Steven Durham’s description of Clemens’ 10-year relationship with strength trainer Brian McNamee, which Durham said became a “story of deceit and dishonesty and betrayal” because Clemens wouldn’t acknowledge using steroids and human growth hormone. “The end will show that he made his choice,” Durham said, “and he was going to lie.” Clemens is accused of lying — when he said he never used steroids or HGH during his 24-season career — at a 2008 congressional hearing and at a deposition that preceded it. Last year’s mistrial was called after the government showed the jury a portion of videotaped evidence that had been ruled inadmissible. The costly process of bringing the case back to court has drawn criticism from those who regard it as a waste of government money — a point raised last week by some prospective jurors. The case largely will hinge on

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ded, by going 33-16-7 with six shutouts this season after coming over from Phoenix. He had a sensational March with three straight shutouts and he set a Flyers record with a shutout streak of 249 minutes, 43 seconds. That’s the good Bryz. The bad Bryz? Bad might be too strong a word. But he was certainly mystifying in net at times — even against Pittsburgh — and has mentioned various times this season of being “lost in the woods,” and being scared only of “bears in the forest.” He complained in December about the pressure of playing in hockeymad Philadelphia and said he wished he made only $450,000, so no one would notice him. His dry wit made him an early-season hit on HBO’s “24/7” and with the media before the Flyers suggested he tone down his remarks. A more sanitized Bryzgalov emerged and he grew annoyed after the Game 6 win with questions about his performance. “No personal pride,” he said. “It is a team effort. It is the whole organization.” Bryz was right on target with that assessment. Giroux earned the “best in the world” moniker from Flyers coach Peter Laviolette, after posting six goals and eight assists in the series. Erik Gustafsson was still in the minors and watched Game 1 on TV when the series started, then scored a Game 6 goal when pressed into

the believability of two contradictory witnesses — Clemens and McNamee. McNamee says he injected Clemens with steroids and human growth hormone; Clemens said he never used either. The government’s case suffered a blow when Walton made the ruling about Pettitte. Pettitte is expected to say that he used HGH and that he had conversations with Clemens about HGH, but the judge ruled that Pettitte can’t identify McNamee as a supplier because the jury might try to connect the dots and conclude that McNamee must have also supplied Clemens — a case of “classic guilt by association,” one of Clemens’ lawyers said. Wearing a pinstriped suit, white shirt and silver-striped tie, Clemens took notes throughout the day. His wife, Debbie, made her first appearance at the trial, sitting among the spectators and getting a hug from her husband during another delay — the court waited 50 minutes for a late potential juror to show up. Debbie Clemens remained in the courtroom for the conclusion of jury selection, but the judge ordered her — along with any other potential witnesses — to leave during opening statements. Roger Clemens’ lawyer objected, saying earlier word from the judge would have saved her a lot of time and travel, but Debbie Clemens was also excluded from opening statements at last year’s first trial, because she was to be a witness later for her husband.

service. Briere scored five goals and Jaromir Jagr tormented his former franchise with six assists. Sean Couturier had a hat trick in Game 2. The Flyers blocked 40 shots in Game 6. The Flyers’ resolve and fight was on display for every game but one. Of course, all of those working parts were needed to knock off a team as talented as the Penguins. But to keep doing it? Well, the key ingredient needs to be a focused, fantastic Bryzgalov. “When the team sees him make the saves like that,” Jagr said, “it’s confidence coming out, because he knows we’re going to play the same way.” Laviolette gave the Flyers a day off on Monday. The team will practice the rest of the week and may not know who they’ll face in the Eastern Conference semifinals until late Thursday. The break gives their banged-up bodies time to heal, though they might lose some momentum. The Flyers publicly insisted they have no rooting interest in the rest of the playoffs. Hard to believe they’re not pulling for Ottawa, though, to knock off New York and eliminate a Rangers team that went undefeated this season against the Flyers. The Rangers went 6-0 against Philadelphia for the first time in 40 years, in fact. If Boston, New York and Florida all lose their first-round series, the No. 5 Flyers could hold home ice until at least the Stanley Cup finals. “We’re going to live and die by Bryz,” Flyers forward Scott Hartnell said. “If he plays anything like he did (in Game 6) throughout this next round, we’re going to keep moving on.”

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Versatile Belles helping Big Red to tie of first Erin Belles is the type of player that coaches like to have around. Belles (Dallas) is the typical “team player.” She starts, she pinch hits, she sits on the bench. She also hits with power and is a solid defensive player for Cornell. Belles hit .318 as a sophomore and tied for the team lead in home runs with six. This season, she’s hitting just .242 but she still has hit four home runs and has 12 RBI, many in key situations. “Although Erin has not been able to establish herself as a full-time starter she has proven to be very effective off the bench as a pinch-hitter,” coach Dick Blood said. “She is a tireless worker and she has tremendous power to all fields.” Belles is listed as a catcher and outfielder but can play just about any position on the team. “I think that I have become a more versatile player since I came to Cornell,” she said. “My teammates are very focused and competitive so we are always pushing each other to play to the best of our abilities. In practice, infielders or outfielders sometimes are asked to catch for our pitcher or a player might be moved to a position she isn’t accustomed to, but we are still expected to execute plays.” Belles takes pride in her hitting. “I’m always trying to improve my batting mechanics in order to become a more consistent hitter,” she said. The Big Red are tied for first in the Ivy League with Penn despite losing three of four to the Quakers last weekend. They will take a 20-20 record (11-5 in league play) into a big fourgame series Saturday and Sunday against Princeton in Princeton, N.J. “We are fine-tuning our defense and our offense,” Belles said. “Our ultimate goal would be to compete for the Ivy League Championships but our division is very competitive.” ELL’S CHIPPING IN – Sophomore Zach Ell (Holy Redeemer)

with a 4.54 earned run average. The left-hander has worked 37.2 innings and given up 48 hits and 26 runs, 19 earned. He has walkBILL ARSENAULT ed 19 and struck out 45. Gorman’s best two games has played in 24 games and were against Arcadia (six instarted 22 for the Penn State nings with two hits, no runs, baseball team. four walks and 11 strikeouts in Ell, a 6-foot, 185-pound outan 11-0 victory) and Susquehanfielder, is hitting .225 (16-for-71) na (seven innings with six hits, with two doubles, eight RBI and two runs, three walks and six 11 runs scored. In the field, he’s strikeouts in a 7-2 victory). He handled 37 chances without an pitched 4 1⁄3 innings and gave up error. seven hits and two runs in a 3-1 “Zach’s done a good job with loss to Drew last weekend. situations,” coach Bobby Wine “Corry has improved because said. “When there is a hit-andhe is throwing more strikes and run called, he executes it. He he has had command of all three likes doing that, he’s a guy suitof his pitches,” coach Mike ed for that. And, when the sitBartoletti said. “His work ethic uation comes up where you has gotten better and he is mawant to bunt the guy to second, turing – realizing his ability.” he delivers.” Freshman Bayzick (Hazleton The Nittany Lions are 18-21 Area) has pitched in six games overall and 6-6 in the Big Ten in relief and is 1-0 with a 3.95 after a 4-2 loss to Iowa Sunday. earned run average. He’s worked BULL’S CLOSING IN – Get13 2⁄3 innings and given up 19 tysburg sophomore Alex Bull hits and six runs, all earned, (Berwick) posted an easy 45 with five walks and six strikesecond victory in the 3,000 outs. He picked up his victory meter steeplechase at last Satagainst Dubuque, going 3 2⁄3 urday’s Mason-Dixon in Gettysinnings and allowing three hits SUBMITTED PHOTO burg. Her time of 12:00.34 is the and no runs in a 6-4 triumph. second fastest time in the event Dallas grad Erin Belles has four home runs and 12 RBI for the “I have to admit that Josh has in school history. Cornell softball team this season. been a pleasant surprise,” BartoStephanie Shull set the mark letti said. “He throws strikes, in 2004 (11:33.63) and Bull has dar Crest softball team in hitbest,” coach Chris Merli said. attacks hitters, pounds the zone the rest of this season and the ting (.453), doubles (nine), “After struggling to overcome with three different pitches. He next two seasons to make it to triples (three) and home runs some physical issues her sopho- has a big upside and if he keeps the top spot. Ironically, it’s a (three). She also leads in RBI more year, Julie has been able to working, he’ll be a real sleeper.” new sport for the distance runwith 25 and is tied for second train consistently. That was a PURCELL’S A FORCE – ner. with 21 runs scored. She bats breakthrough race, mentally, for Freshman Brittany Purcell (Ha“Alex has added the steeplethird in the lineup. her.” zleton) is batting third and chase to her racing repertoire,” In a recent 24-17 victory over Granteed also finished second playing left field for the Rochcoach Aubrey Shenk said. “She Gwynedd-Mercy, the tri-captain in the 400 hurdles at Muhlenester Tech softball team. is a significant contributor to had a double, two singles, three berg (1:08.85) and fourth in the Purcell is hitting .273 (21our program and she’s a comruns scored and five RBI. event at the All-American Meet for-77) with three doubles, two mitted and dedicated distance in East Stroudsburg last weekAt first base, Wenner has triples, 10 RBI and 15 runs runner.” end with a time of 1:10.09. made just three errors on 213 scored. In the field, she’s hanBull competed in the mile as a chances (.986). “We are hoping that building dled 61 chances and made five freshman and has the seventh on her consistent training she The Falcons are 14-14 overall errors (.918). best time in school history will score in the PSAC meet and 7-7 in the Colonial States After a slow start to her col(6:09.81). (May 3-5 at Bloomsburg),” Athletic Conference. lege career, Purcell is really The Bullets will compete in GRANTEED AT HER BEST – Merli said. starting to hit the ball. In a the Shippensburg Invitational GORMAN, BAYZICK PITCH- recent 11-10 victory over Keuka, East Stroudsburg junior Julie this weekend as a prep for the ING IN – Corey Gorman and Granteed (Berwick) recently she had four hits, including a Centennial Conference ChamJosh Bayzick are members of finished second in the 400 medouble and triple, with four runs pionships May 4-6 in Collegethe Scranton baseball team’s ter hurdles at the Bloomsburg scored and two RBI. ville. Invitational with a personal best pitching staff. “Brittany has really exploded WENNER’S A BIG HIT – Gorman (Coughlin, a senior time of 1:06.81. for us in the past two weeks,” Sophomore Shannon Wenner but a junior eligibility-wise, has “That was a 1.5 second imcoach Rebecca Stryker said. started seven games and is 3-4 (MMI Prep) is leading the Ceprovement over her previous “She has completely stepped up

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to the college level of play that we needed her for at this time. I have no doubt that she will continue to come through in the clutch and score runs for us.” The Tigers are 11-23 overall and 3-7 in the Liberty League. DOUBLE DUTY FOR KRINGER – Senior captain Brittany Kringer plays first base and pitches for the PSU-Harrisburg softball team. Kringer (Hazleton) is hitting .308 (33-for-107) with a double, 17 RBI and 13 runs scored. She’s three-for-three in stolen bases. In the field, she’s made three errors on 167 chances (.982). On the mound, she’s 5-6 with a 5.42 earned run average. In 84.2 innings, she’s given up 104 hits and 80 runs, 51 earned. She’s walked 39 and struck out 47. “Britt is an incredible young lady,” coach Tonya Dengler said. “She is balancing a very full plate this semester on and off the field. She is working as a student intern at the Whitaker Center in Harrisburg, taking a class at the campus and playing softball. Somehow she finds the time and the energy to do everything.” Because of her schedule, most of her pitching workouts have been on her own time because her schedule causes her to miss practice. “Other players in Britt’s situation would have chosen not to play but she works extra hard,” Dengler said. “She is a team captain and has done a fantastic job leading her teammates on and off the field.” The coach feels that Kringer’s pitching has improved this season. “She worked incredibly hard to get her change-up more consistent and her hard work has paid off,” Dengler said. “She has been hitting in the power part of the lineup and she is the one I want in the box with runners in scoring position.” Bill Arsenault covers local athletes competing at the collegiate level for The Times Leader. Reach him at billarsenault70@msn.com.

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Petrino’s replacement is former assistant By KURT VOIGT AP Sports Writer

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Eager to move on from the Bobby Petrino scandal, Arkansas announced Monday that popular former assistant John L. Smith will return as head coach of the Razorbacks next season. Smith, who left the Razorbacks after last season to become the head coach at Weber State, will be formally introduced today. The school released no other details, but a person familiar with the decision said Smith is returning on a one-year appointment. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the school has not made details of its decision public. Smith was also a head coach at Michigan State and Louisville, where he was replaced by Petrino after the 2002 season. He served as the special teams and outside linebackers coach at Arkansas for the 2009-10 seasons under Petrino; the two have worked together at four different schools in all.

Word of Smith’s hire spread quickly and some of the players responded with their approval on Twitter. Smith “The happiest day of my life,” Razorbacks running back Knile Davis tweeted. “Hearing that John L. Smith is coming back to (Fayetteville) to (be) our head coach.” Smith’s easygoing demeanor will be a big change from Petrino, who was fired April 10 by athletic director Jeff Long for failing to disclose his affair and $20,000 in gifts to a woman he later hired as his assistant. The relationship was revealed by an April 1 motorcycle crash on a rural road southwest of Fayetteville and the woman, Jessica Dorrell, has resigned. Petrino’s firing put Long in the difficult position of finding a head coach while spring practice and recruiting was going on across the country. The person who spoke with the AP said Smith’s one-year deal provides a

perfect solution. “He will enable Jeff to look for a coach,” the person said. “He will be respected by the coaches and keep the coaching staff intact. Jeff found that it was really hard to get a coach that he wanted right now. Nobody would really take a look at it. There were some who said they might be interested but not at this time because the new season is just around the corner.” The 63-year-old Smith leaves Weber State without ever coaching a game for the FCS school, his alma mater. Smith has a 132-86 record as a head coach with the Spartans, Cardinals as well as at Idaho and Utah State. He was the Big Ten Coach of the Year in 2003 after posting the most wins by a first-year coach in Michigan State history, finishing 8-4. He was 22-26 overall with the Spartans and was 41-21 in five seasons at Louisville, including five straight bowl appearances. He will provide a familiar face for the Razorbacks after three weeks of turmoil.

Mountaineers coach ready to join Big 12 By JOHN RABY AP Sports Writer

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Dana Holgorsen is familiar with Big 12 country, having spent time under Mike Gundy at Oklahoma State and Mike Leach at Texas Tech. As West Virginia’s second-year coach, Holgorsen now gets to introduce the conference to the Mountaineers, who along with TCU will be making their debuts this fall. In many ways, no introductions will be necessary. Big 12 coaches have crossed paths with Holgorsen and the Mountaineers before. With several reunions in store, Holgorsen said Monday during

the Big 12 coaches’ spring conference call that there’s a buzz among players and fans about the upcoming season. “There’s a whole bunch more than there was a year ago,” Holgorsen said. “Our players have been in big games in the past. They understand what they’re getting into without us having to beat them over the head with it. “I think everybody understands what it is, how big of a challenge it’s going to be and what we’ve got to do to prepare ourselves to be able to compete." West Virginia officially joins the Big 12 in July. A three-month legal dispute ended in February with the Big East over the school’s departure.

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MetLife to settle case MetLife Inc. has agreed to pay nearly $500 million in a 20-state settlement over allegations it didn’t pay life insurance benefits to some of its policyholders. The agreement has been signed by California, Florida, Illinois, New Hampshire, North Dakota and Pennsylvania, and will become effective with the signature of 14 additional states. The largest life insurer in the United States said Monday that it expects to pay about $188 million of the approximate $478 million this year, and the remainder over the next 17 years. MetLife says in a statement it has been working with regulators to ensure all of its policyholders are paid.

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A Wyoming Valley native has come back to the region and been tapped to oversee real estate and special projects duties at the Greater Wilkes-Barre Chamber of Business and Industry. Ross G. Macarty, a Wilkes-Barre resident who has lived and worked in southern New Jersey the past nine years, has been hired to the position that had been held by Tom Williams. Williams left to take a job at Quad 3 Group recently. Macarty, 50, a West Nanticoke native, is tasked with managing all chamber real

other employees were laid off during a restructuring in January. Donna Sedor, the chamber’s executive vice president, said the chamber employs eight full-timers currently, plus three part-timers. In addition, there are 10 part-timers employed on the cleaning and maintenance staff. One of those parttime employees is handling the administrative coordinator duties. That position is advertised and once filled will leave only the president’s position open. The search to replace former President Todd Vonderheid, which began a year ago, is ongoing.

tracting businesses to relocate to the region, noting “there is a very salable story to tell.” “The wind is now beginning to blow at our back,” he said. “We’ve got space available and we’ve got raw land that’s developable.” “The past three or four years have been rough for everyone, but things are turning,” he added. In addition to Macarty’s hiring, the chamber also brought back John Maday as a part-time employee handling member services. He had worked in that position on a full-time basis until he and two

estate development, property management and financial analysis. The Wyoming Seminary and Wilkes University graduate has recently worked as director of Macarty corporate development for the ACCU Staffing Group. Prior to that he was the corporate vice president for UBS Wealth Management. The father of three said he moved back to the area to be closer to his children and his “ancestral home.” He said he’s looking forward to the challenge of at-

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American argues case American Airlines argued before a federal bankruptcy judge Monday that its union contracts need to be changed to make the company financially stable. The airline lost more than $10 billion in the decade leading up to its declaration of bankruptcy in November. During that same period most of its major rivals used the bankruptcy process to cut wages and benefits, which American says has left it saddled with higher labor costs. American wants to eliminate 13,000 union jobs — about one in every four union workers — freeze or terminate pension plans, curb health benefits, reduce time off, and impose many other cuts.

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FNB Corp., parent company of First National Bank of Pennsylvania, reported first-quarter financial results on Monday. Net income for the first quarter of 2012 was $21.6 million, or $0.15 per diluted share, compared with a first quarter of 2011 net income of $17.2 million, or $0.14 per diluted share and fourth quarter of 2011 net income of $23.7 million, or $0.19 per diluted share. First National Bank of Pennsylvania, headquartered in Hermitage, has branches throughout Pennsylvania and Ohio, including those in Mountain Top, Wilkes-Barre Township, Pikes Creek, Nanticoke, Drums and Hazleton. FNB merged with Clarks Summit-based Community Bank and Trust on Jan. 1, 2011.

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better the quality and ease of use. There are also services that can handle the tasks for you – send them the video or tape, and they’ll return the tape and the digitized files. Many drug stores and shopping centers can perform the service as well, for photos in many cases, and for videos in others. If you’ve got particularly sensitive or old tapes, you may want to consider sending them to a service, as the simple act of playing an older video can often destroy the cassette. If you’re relatively savvy or you’re limited on time or money, most of the conversion tools you can buy are relatively inexpensive and fairly simple to setup.

Digital files don’t have the same vulnerabilities. While they’re prone to accidental deletion, or getting lost because of poor organization, they won’t become degraded by the environment (the same cannot be said for the hard drives or machines they’re stored on), and duplicating them or sharing them is far simpler. So how do you go about converting your old VHS movies, records or cassettes into digital files? There are a number of ways. There are gadgets out there that you can simply attach to your existing VCR or turntable and “play” the file into your computer for recording. These devices range in price from $20 to $200 depending on the device and software included and can be found at Best Buy, on Amazon.com or many other electronics retailers. As with anything else, the more you spend, the

COMPUTERS HAVE a very long memory; everything’s fair game, it seems, no matter TECH TALK how long ago it hapries that you don’t want to forget, time pened. For better or worse, is running out. Many of you probably have treasured Internet memory – and embarrassment family memories on VHS or, if you were -- isn’t limited to things that happened a bit more progressive or a little less in the digital era. Conversion of old lucky, BetaMax tapes. tapes and photos into modern formats You might have audio cassettes or has never been easier or cheaper. even 8-tracks that still work. In most cases it’s just the push of a Well, if they’re more than 10 years button away – so whether it be 1972 or old, they’re already on borrowed time. 2012, all of the dumb things you did Magnetic media – i.e. anything that you back then can still come back to haunt call a “tape” is subject to decay, no you … no matter how much you’d like matter how carefully it’s stored. to forget. Even media that uses physical storEven the most famous of stars have age – whether it’s an optical CD, DVD things they’d rather forget: Leonard Nimoy’s horrific “Bilbo Baggins” music or BluRay -- is subject to degradation through scratches, or exposure to heat video, for example. But for those of you who have memo- or humidity.

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eller Rose Weaver finishes a transaction with a customer at the new Luzerne Bank in the Woodlands parking lot in Plains Township. The branch opened Monday and replaces the one that closed in the Sunshine Market building a few miles north on Route 315. A formal ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place 9 a.m. Wednesday, May 9 and a Grand Opening Celebration is slated for Saturday, June 2.

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Despite the nearly 2 inches of rain we just had, our spring rainfall is still below normal since March 1. In nearby Avoca, the deﬁcit has shrunk down to only a quarter inch, while in the Poconos the deﬁcit now is 3.34 inches. Cold, converging air currents around the big storm will keep skies overcast today with more rain showers. In higher elevations, snow will mix in and a southwest wind will gust to 20 mph. A very active weather pattern this week will bring more rain on Thursday and again over the coming weekend. - Tom Clark

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levels will fall. She follows "rituals" at meals. Anorexics might cut food into tiny pieces or keep different items from touching each other. Bulimics will go to the bathroom immediately after meals to purge. What to do: Reassure a child she’s beautiful — never belittle her or her behavior — and ask why she’s feeling insecure. Brainstorm ways to live healthfully without banning any particular

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Thyroid health next topic Thyroid health will be the next topic on the all-new live “Call the Doctor” at 7 tonight on WVIA-TV Channel 44. Joining moderator George Thomas will be panelists Dr. Brian C. Jameson, endocrinologist at Geisinger Health System; Dr. Gary T. Verazin, surgeon at Community Surgical Group; and via video, Kevin Dobrzynski, thyroid diet, author and a licensed practitioner of natural medicine. Viewers may call in questions during the live show at (800) 3269842 or submit their questions online at wviatv.org/live-showcomments. An encore of this program will air at 2 p.m. Sunday. Sleep apnea program set The Greater Hazleton Health Alliance will present a free sleep apnea community educational program from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday at the Hazleton Health & Wellness Center, Lower Level, 50 Moisey Drive in Hazleton. Sleep apnea is an involuntary cessation of breathing that occurs while a person is asleep. Dr. Henry Smith Jr., medical director of Hazleton General Hospital’s Sleep Disorder Center, will discuss the symptoms, causes and treatment options. Pre-registration is required; call 501-6204, or register through the GHHA online calendar at www.ghha.org. Light refreshments will be served. Cardiac Rehabilitation Banquet set for May 6 The Greater Hazleton Health Alliance Cardiac Rehabilitation Banquet will be held at 12:30 p.m. May 6 at the Valley Country Club in Sugarloaf. All former cardiac rehab graduates are invited to attend. The Cardiac Rehab staff will announce the 2011 Patients of the Year at the banquet. These patients are selected by showing exemplary efforts in achieving their cardiac goals by lifestyle changes and proving to be very active in modifying risk factors. For more information, contact the center at 501-6953. ‘Shine a Light for Autism’ campaign under way New Story school and service locations throughout Pennsylvania are conducting the annual “Shine a Light for Autism” campaign until April 30. The locations are selling blue-colored light bulbs for $3, and asking those who purchase the bulbs to display them outside their homes or businesses to show their support for the cause. The campaign is conducted to help raise awareness and funds for autism research and programs during National Autism Awareness Month. Proceeds benefit a variety of autism charities including the Parents Loving Children Through Autism (www.plcta.org); Liv With Autism Foundation (www.livwithautismfoundation.com); Lancaster County Mommies (www.lcamonline.org); and Autism Speaks (www.autismspeaks.org). Health briefs are limited to nonprofit entities and support groups. To have your health-oriented announcement included, send information to Health, Times Leader, 15 N. Main St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0250; by fax: 829-5537; or email health@timesleader.com. Information must be received at least two weeks in advance.

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ANSAS CITY, Mo. — With her prom at Staley High School two weeks away, 16year-old Briana Traylor put on plastic goggles and hopped into a salon tanning bed. She had gift certificates to Island Tan Beach Club Inc. and figured she’d use one to get a little color before the dance. These days Briana, a fair-skinned blonde, can use a tanning bed anytime she wants in Missouri without her parents’ permission. But Republican state Rep. Gary Cross of Lee’s Summit

recently introduced a bill in the Missouri House to change that. HB1475 would require teens younger than 17 to have parental authorization — in person, at the salon — before they could soak up indoor ultraviolet rays. Another lawmaker, Republican Rep. Jay Barnes of Jefferson City, sought to make the law even more restrictive. Barnes added an amendment that would outright ban bed tanning for anyone younger than 15. While that amendment has since been removed by lawmakers who thought it went too far, the bill echoes similar efforts nationwide to restrict tanning for teens. More than 30 states

now have tanning laws requiring parental consent. More than 10 states have banned bed tanning for teens of certain ages. Melanoma rates have been increasing worldwide over the last several decades, dermatologists warn. While the incidence is highest among white males, the most rapid increases from 1999 to 2008 were in white females age 15 and up, according to the National Cancer Institute and the Centers for Disease Control. The authors of a recent Mayo Clinic study have called for a national ban on See BAN, Page 2C

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Large doses of vitamin C may moderately reduce blood pressure, Johns Hopkins researchers have found. But the scientists don’t recommend people start taking large amounts of the vitamin. Researchers led by Dr. Edgar “Pete” R. Miller, an associate professor in the division of general internal medicine at Hopkins, reviewed and analyzed data from 29

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tanning beds for anyone younger than 18. The World Health Organization is even more critical, saying that no one under 35 should use tanning beds because they raise the risk for melanoma by 75 percent. Joe Levy, executive director of the International Smart Tan Network in Michigan, who is paid by tanning salons nationwide, said tanning opponents dramatically overstate the risk for political purposes. “The problem with these bills is the non-constructive manner in which they are introduced,” he said. “They are introduced as political grandstanding and a misstatement of the truth about UV exposure. To say that sunlight is harmful and therefore we should avoid sunlight is like saying water causes drowning, and therefore we should avoid water.” In a recent statement, the president of the American Academy of Dermatology said ultraviolet radiation from any source is dangerous. “Research shows that ultraviolet radiation from the sun and indoor tanning prematurely ages the skin and causes skin cancer,” said Ronald L. Moy. But while many doctors warn of the dangers of tanning beds, TV’s Dr. Oz recently announced

on his show that he was “rethinking” his position. While he still doesn’t recommend the beds for tanning, tanning beds with lowpressure lamps that produce UVB radiation (and not just UVA) can offer benefits, including increased Vitamin D production, he said. Still, he recommended exposure for no more than five minutes. Briana Traylor said she feels two ways about attempts to restrict teen tanning. “At some point if it’s legal anyone should be able to do it,” she said. “But I guess I agree that parents should have to sign off, because if something happens — if you get cancer — your parents should know what you’ve been doing.” Cross, a 56-year-old prostate cancer survivor, said that’s the whole idea behind the bill. “I am not in any way trying to put (tanning salon owners) out of business,” he said. “The purpose is to educate parents. People don’t realize that the ultraviolet rays in a tanning bed are 10 to 15 times more powerful than sunlight.” Cross consulted with experts, including Lynn Cornelius, chief of dermatology for Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. “There has always been a problem with tanning beds, but lately that problem has grown more serious,” Cornelius said. “Today salons are offering highpressure, high-intensity lamps

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that are more powerful. In some cases you’re getting 10 to 12 times the ultraviolet exposure of the sun. Anyone who uses a tanning bed for any amount of time is 75 percent more likely to develop melonoma.” That’s what Cross’ daughter, Melissa, did in high school and college. “In her junior year of high school her family practitioner told her to give it up,” Cross said. “She did not, and in her senior year at the University of Nebraska she was diagnosed with precancerous cells on her back. Now she will be vulnerable (to skin cancer) for the rest of her life.” She is 24. Briana’s mother knows her daughter is tanning. In fact, she gave her the gift certificates. Both have fair skin. “I burned all my life,” Belinda Traylor said. “This is safer. It’s controlled, and we go at it slow, and go to a dermatologist once a year to be screened.” Another customer, Ashley Johnson, 25 of Kansas City, has been tanning since she was 16. She says she understands why Cross introduced his bill: “Obviously a higher risk of skin cancer. But I don’t have a problem with (tanning) if you don’t do it yearround. Some people overdo it and you see them in December and they’re completely bronze. That looks a little odd.”

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LUZERNE COUNTY: The Wyoming Valley Chapter of the American Red Cross hosts community blood drives throughout the month. Donors who are 17 years of age or older, weigh at least 1 10 pounds and are in relatively good health or 16 years old and have a parental permission form completed, may give blood every 56 days. To learn more about how to donate blood or platelets or to schedule a blood donation, call 1-800-REDCROSS (733-2767). In addition to those listed below, blood drives are conducted at the American Red Cross Regional Blood Center, 29 New Commerce Blvd., Hanover Industrial Estates, Ashley, Mondays and Tuesdays from 9:30 a.m.-7 p.m.; Fridays and Saturdays from 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m.; and Sundays from 7:30 a.m.-noon. Appointments are suggested but walk-ins are accepted. Platelet appointments can be made by calling 823-7164, ext. 2235. For a complete donation schedule, visit: REDCROSSBLOOD.ORG or call 1-800-REDCROSS (733-2767). Area blood donation sites include:

Today, 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m., WilkesBarre Blood Donation Center, 29 New Commerce Blvd., Ashley; noon-6 p.m., Dallas American Legion, 730 Memorial Highway, Dallas; noon- 6 p.m., Thomas P. Saxton Medical Pavilion, 468 Northampton St., Edwardsville. Wednesday, 2-4:30 p.m., Cintas 1065 Hanover St., Suite 105, Wilkes-Barre Thursday, 1-6 p.m., Good Shepherd Church, 87 S. Hunter Highway, Drums; 12:30-6 p.m., Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 237 William St., Pittston. Friday, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Wilkes-Barre Blood Donation Center, 29 New Commerce Blvd., Ashley. Saturday, 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Wilkes-Barre Blood Donation Center, 29 New Commerce Blvd., Ashley; 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Christ United Methodist Church, 175 S. Main Road, Mountain Top; 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Wegmans, 220 Highland Park Blvd., Wilkes-Barre. Sunday, 7:30 a.m. – noon, WilkesBarre Blood Donation Center, 29 New Commerce Blvd., Ashley. Monday, 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m., WilkesBarre Blood Donation Center, 29 New Commerce Blvd., Ashley.

FREE CLINICS BACK MOUNTAIN FREE MEDICAL CLINIC: 6:30 p.m. Fridays, 65 Davis St., Shavertown. Volunteers, services and supplies needed. For more information, call 696-1 144. CARE AND CONCERN FREE HEALTH CLINIC: Registration 5-6:30 p.m. Wednesdays, former Seton Catholic High School, 37 William St., Pittston. Basic health care and information provided. Call 954-0645. THE HOPE CENTER: Free basic medical care and preventive health care information for the uninsured or underinsured, legal advice and pastoral counseling, 6-8 p.m. Mondays; free chiropractic evaluations and vision care, including free replacement glasses, for the uninsured or underinsured, 6-8 p.m. Thursdays; Back Mountain Harvest Assembly, 340 Carverton Road, Trucksville. Free dental

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VOLUNTEERS IN MEDICINE: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday, 190 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Wilkes-Barre. Primary and preventive health care for the working uninsured and underinsured in Luzerne County with incomes less than two times below federal poverty guidelines. For appointments, call 970-2864. WILKES-BARRE FREE CLINIC: 4:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 35 S. Franklin St., WilkesBarre. Appointments are necessary. Call 793-4361. A dental clinic is also available from 1 to 3 p.m. Tuesday by appointment. Call 235-5642. Physicians, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, RNs, LPNs and social workers are needed as well as receptionists and interpreters. To volunteer assistance leave a message for Pat at 793-4361.

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Reese Woytowich, daughter of Kimberly Markowski and Jeffery Woytowich, Shavertown, is celebrating her fourth birthday today, April 24. Reese is a granddaughter of Edmund and Georgia Markowski, Wilkes-Barre, and Mitty and Marie Woytowich, Laflin. She has a brother, Reagan, 7.

Brian Hunzer Jr., son of Anita and Brian Hunzer, is celebrating his fourth birthday today, April 24. Brian is a grandson of Debbie and Joseph Kotulski Sr., WilkesBarre, and Joyce and George Hunzer, Bear Creek. He is a great-grandson of Catherine Anderson, Wilkes-Barre. Brian has a sister, Paige Elizabeth, 7 months.

GFWC Northeastern Club schedules evening meeting The GFWC Northeastern Club will meet 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Kingston Fire Hall. Elaine Kasa from It’s All in the Bag will speak on entrepreneurship. Her bags and scarves will be available for purchase. If attending, call Connie Sims at 287-8939. At a previous meeting, Sharon Hinchey, representing Women Heart, spoke to the club on her history of heart disease and advised the women about signs, symptoms and prevention. The club will be making a donation to Women Heart. From left are Hinchey and Mary Ellen Petcavage, club president.

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Pancreatic Cancer Action Network attends conference Members of the Northeastern Pennsylvania Affiliate of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network recently attended the 2012 Community Leadership Training Conference in Chicago. Taryn Jones was named Affiliate Coordinator of the Year at the conference. At the event, from left: Jason Jolley, sponsorship chairman; Taryn Jones, affiliate coordinator; Teresa Grabowski, co-education and outreach coordinator; Lesa Keener, advocacy coordinator; Amy Rodriguez, co-education and outreach coordinator; and Jacki Degnan, events coordinator.

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and 5 to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 1 1 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Visit the SPCA of Luzerne County online at http://spcaluzernecounty.org.

Alliance Medical Group sponsors egg hunt A free community Easter egg hunt was recently held on the grounds of Pediatric Associates of Hazleton. The annual event was sponsored by Pediatric Associates of Hazleton and Muir OB/GYN Specialists, a division of Alliance Medical Group. More than 200 children participated in the event. Children visited with the Easter bunny and received treat bags and light refreshments. Eightmonth-old Evan Butala, West Hazleton, visits with the Easter bunny.

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premiums may be available from your car insurance carrier. Tickets are now on sale for PITTSTON: The Pittston the annual dinner dance on May Senior Center, 441 N. Main 10 at the Genetti Hotel and Street, will host an AARP MaConference Center in Wilkesture Drivers class 12:30-4:30 Barre. Tickets are $21 for 60 or p.m. Monday. Cost of the class older and $23 for those younger is $12 for AARP members and than 60. Entertainment will be $14 for non-members. The eight- provided by King Henry and the hour class must be completed Showmen. A Dancing with the to be eligible for this four- hour Stars competition will be held class. A discount on insurance and will include a waltz, the

Seniors have fun at ‘Wearin’ of the Green’ party Falls Senior Center couple celebrates anniversary The members and friends of the Falls Senior Center recently celebrated the 66th anniversary of members Donald and Norene Faux. The Endless Harmony Barbershop Quartet provided entertainment at the event. All five of the Faux’s children surprised the couple by joining them for a celebratory lunch. With the barbershop quartet, from left, are Raleigh Bloch, Don Overdorff, Norene Faux, Donald Faux, Ron Kline and Dave Comly.

swing and polka. This competition is open to those 50 years of age or older. Participants need to pre-register and purchase a ticket for the dinner dance. For more information contact the center at 655-5561. MOUNTAIN TOP: The Mountain Top Social Club will meet April 24 at St. Jude’s Church in the Father Nolan Hall Day Room. Doors will open at 3:15

p.m. New members are welcome. Money for the May 8 Mother/Father’s Day dinner must be paid at this time. Hosts are Jean Herron, Helen McGovern and Elizabeth McCloskey. Future trips are: May 10, Riverview Inn, Matamoras; June 21, Hunterdon Hills, N.J.; July 12, Lancaster to see “Jonah;” Aug. 10, Hunterdon Hills, N.J.; Sept. 16, Woodlock Pines, Hawley; Oct. 18, Hunt’s Landing,

The residents of City Heights Apartments in Wilkes-Barre recently celebrated St. Patrick’s Day with a ‘Wearin’ of the Green’ gathering. Residents gathered in the lobby dressed in their green clothes and shamrocks, where they were treated to a shamrock ice cream cake. Chocolate, shamrock-shaped lollipops were also given to the participants. Games were played and green-themed prizes were awarded. Upcoming events include the annual yard sale, spring fling, ice cream social and patriotic picnic. At the St. Patrick’s Day event, from left, are Mary Ann Weimer, Theresa DeVoe, Mary Slavick, Verna Tyburczyk, Marie Jones, Theresa Clark, Patsy Zurek and Theresa Galano.

Polka’s, Matamoras; and Nov. 7, American Music Theatre, Lancaster, Christmas Show. For reservations or more information call Otto at 474-0641. WILKES-BARRE: St. Robert E. Bellarmine Senior Club will meet 1 p.m. Wednesday in the school cafeteria, Barney Street. Bakers are Jessie O’Boyle, Pat Cole, Lorraine Loftus and Barbara Elgonitis.

The club will hold its 45th anniversary party 1 p.m. May 9 at Konefal’s, Edwardsville. Members should arrive by 12:30 p.m. for photos. Payment of $15 must be made to Kathleen Chernavage at the next meeting. At the last meeting Regina Korba won the springer and 50-50 winners were Barbara Elgonitis, Sue Magga and Mary McGrew.

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Tattoo tribute to grandmother draws fire online from distant cousin Dear Abby: Two weeks ago I got a memorial tattoo done for my beloved grandma. It’s on my arm and says “in loving memory” at the top. Gram’s portrait is underneath, and a beautiful poem my grandpa wrote for her is under the portrait. The tattoo artist did a phenomenal job! It looks just like her and I was thrilled with the results. The problem is, I posted a picture on Facebook of the tattoo, and out of the blue a distant cousin sent me a message telling me that the tattoo was “selfish and attention-seeking behavior”! He said he was hurt in more ways than one because of it. Abby, I don’t understand. I love this

DEAR ABBY ADVICE tattoo. I wanted to honor the woman who meant so much to me. Did I honor her the wrong way like he says? Was I selfish? I’m so hurt, I guess I’m just looking for some input into this. My friends and family say he’s jealous and not to give it another thought, but I’m obsessing. Please help. — Honoring Grandma Dear Honoring Grandma: Please accept my sympathy for your obviously heartfelt loss. Your family and friends are correct that your cousin’s comments are out of line. You are not responsible for your cousin’s feelings,

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tools and you’re kind-hearted, allow them to use the items with the understanding that they will be returned to you in the same condition in which they were borrowed. Then have them cut YOUR lawn as a way of showing their appreciation. Dear Abby: My co-worker “Oscar” is a grouchy, bitter man. His cubicle is close to mine, so I can hear everything he says. He constantly talks about other employees and even about the owners of the company. Oscar’s general bitterness and poor attitude constantly bring me down. I have tried tuning him out, unsuccessfully. I don’t like being subjected to this daily, but I don’t know what I can do about it. Please help. — Needs Positivity in Lexington, Ky.

Dear Needs Positivity: The first thing you should do is tell Oscar that you can hear every word he’s saying because he may not know that he’s being overheard. Tell him his conversations are distracting and ask him to stop. If he does not comply, complain to a supervisor. And if your complaint is not acted upon, bring headphones, if it’s allowed, so you won’t be subjected to the daily dose of negativity. 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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New Jersey to Bermuda Explorer of the Seas 09/09/12 New York to the Caribbean Carnival Miracle 10/13/2012 New York to the Caribbean NCL’s Gem 11/16/2012 Includes Transportation to Piers Book Early, limited availability! Call for details 300 Market St., Kingston, Pa 18704 570-288-TRIP (288-8747)

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HAWK 2011 UTILITY ATV

Full size 4 wheel drive trucks

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

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Notice is hereby given that the Harveys Lake Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public meeting on May 1, 2012 at 7:00PM at the Harveys Lake Borough Building, for the following two variance requests: 1. Harveys Lake Zoning Hearing Board will hear testimony on the application of Tammy & Debra Evans, owners of property at Pole 278, Lakeside Drive, Harveys Lake, PA 18618. Applicant is requesting a special exception from Harveys Lake Zoning Board, so that they can convert a single-family residence, in a R-2 zoning district, into a six to seven room Bed & Breakfast. 2. The Harveys Lake Zoning Hearing Board will hear testimony on the application of Susan Collini owner of a property at RR1, Box 416A. Applicant requests a variance needed to allow for the continuance of an existing shed/garage that has been restructured and modified, and that does not meet the set-back requirements for an unattached accessory structure in an R-2 Zoning District. 3. The Harveys Lake Zoning Hearing Board will hear testimony on the application of CH Harveys Lake Realty, LP/ Bob Cook, owner of a property at Pole 280 ½ Lakeside Dr, Harveys Lake, Pa, 18618. Applicant requests a height variance needed to allow construction of a 30’ X 40’ one story dwelling at the Shoreline of Harveys Lake in an S-1 Zoning District. The applicant is also requesting a waiver of the Army Corps of Engineers Jurisdictional Determination required by the zoning ordinance. Copies of these applications can be reviewed at the Harveys Lake Municipal Building during regular business hours. Andy Luzetski Zoning Officer

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE LUZERNE COUNTY ZONING HEARING BOARD HAS RECEIVED APPLICATION FOR THE FOLLOWING VARIANCES FROM THE LUZERNE COUNTY ZONING ORDINANCE. 1. Michael O’Donnell, 317 E. Main St., Plymouth, PA, requests a Use Variance to operate a retail business (electronics and collectibles) as a home occupation in an existing building at 608 Main St., Duryea Borough, located in a Light Industrial District. 2. Judi Roche, 589 Old Tioga Turnpike, Benton, PA, requests a Use Variance to operate an animal rescue center from existing buildings and a future new kennel building and a Size of Sign Variance – required 1 sq. ft., requested 6 sq. ft., at that address, Fairmount Township, located in an Agricultural District. 3. US Environmental, Kenneth Scavone, Director of Operations, 1417 State Rt 118, Sweet Valley, PA, requests a Use Variance and a Size of Sign Variance required 1 sq. ft., requested 32 sq. ft., to conduct a business operating for the pick-up of trucks (maximum 7) for water delivery, at that address, Ross Township, located in an Agricultural District. The County of Luzerne does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability or familial status in employment or the provision of services. A Public Hearing will be held by the Board on Tuesday May 1, 2012 at 7:00 P. M. in the County Meeting Room of the County Courthouse, Wilkes-Barre, PA, to hear these appeals. The Luzerne County Courthouse is a facility accessible to persons with disabilities. If special accommodations are required, please contact the County Manager’s Office at (570) 825-1635, TDD 825-1860). The files on these cases may be examined at the Luzerne County Planning Commission, Room 208, Penn Place Building, East Market Street and Pennsylvania Avenue, Wilkes-Barre, PA, between the hours of 9:00 A. M. and 4:00 P. M.

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CHEVROLET `01 IMPALA High mileage. Runs

Wed., June 13 $175. Orchestra

like a dream. If you can name it, it has probably been replaced. $2,999 (570)690-8588

JERSEY BOYS Wed., July 18 $150. “Front Mezz”

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automatic. Good condition. $1,950

CHEVY ‘04 MALIBU CLASSIC door, 4 cylinder,

4 auto, good condition. 120k. $2,450.

FORD ‘01 F150 XLT Pickup Triton V8,

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3.1 liter V6, auto, A/C. excellent condition, new tires. 66K $2,995. 570-288-7249

FORD ‘83 MUSTANG 5.0 GT. 70,000

original miles. California car, 5 speed, T-tops, Posi rear end, traction bars, power windows, rear defroster, cruise. New carburetor and Flow Master. Great Car! $5000 OR equal trade. 468-2609

LAND ROVER ‘02 DISCOVERY II Good condition. $3400. 570-406-5669 after 5:00p.m.

PONTIAC `99 BONNEVILLE

112,000 miles. Looks and runs great! $2,600. 570-825-9657

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FORD `93 MUSTANG AUDI ‘03 TT Convertible. 5.0. 5 speed. New top. ROADSTER CONVERTIBLE Professional paint job. Show car. $6,500. Call BEAUTIFUL AUTO 570-283-8235 4 cylinder 1.8. Loaded, silver, black leather. 66,500 FORD `94 MUSTANG miles. Bose premium sound. 6 CD GT changer. New tires, Convertible, 5.0

inspection, timing belt. Garaged, no snow. $10,200 OBO. 570-592-2458

auto, very nice car, (R Title). $4,600. 570-283-8235

412 Autos for Sale

HYUNDAI ‘06 ELANTRA Tan, 4 door,

clean title, 4 cylinder, auto, 115k miles. Power windows, & keyless entry, CD player, cruise, central console heated power mirrors. $3990. 570-991-5558

412 Autos for Sale

MERCURY 2008 GRAND MARQUIS LS 23,000 original

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

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FORD ‘02 TAURUS SES LIKE NEW!

PRICE! $2,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

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

CADILLAC ‘11 STS 13,000 Miles,

HONDA ‘02 CIVIC EX

Showroom condition. $38,800 MAFFEI AUTO SALES 570-288-6227

CHEVROLET `95 CAVALIER WAGON Auto, new tires,

brakes, exhaust, inspection. 22 mpg. $1,175 570-299-0772

CHEVY 08 IMPALA LTZ

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

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

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

HONDA ‘04 ACCORD

LX SEDAN. 162,000 miles, new battery, excellent condition. Auto, single owner, runs great. Upgraded stereo system. 4 snow tires and rims & after market rims. Air, standard power features. Kelly Blue Book $7800. Asking $7200 570-466-5821

HONDA ‘06 RIDGELINE RTS

CHEVY ‘04 MONTE CARLO Silver with Black

Leather, Sunroof, Very Sharp! $4,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

CHRYSLER ‘04 SEBRING CONVERTIBLE

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

CHRYSLER ‘07 SEBRING

Low miles, heated seats, moonroof, 1 owner. $11,220 560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

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WE SELL FOR LESS!! ‘11 DODGE DAKOTA CREW 4x4, Bighorn 6 cyl. 14k, Factory Warranty. $21,699 ‘11 Ford Escape XLT, 4x4, 26k, Factory Warranty, 6 Cylinder $20,799 ‘11 Nissan Rogue AWD, 17k, Factory Warranty. $19,699 ‘08 Chrysler Sebring Conv. Touring 6 cyl. 32k $12,899 ‘08 SUBARU Special Edition 42K. 5 speed, Factory warranty. $12,199 ‘05 HONDA CRV EX 4x4 65k, a title. $12,799 ‘06 FORD FREESTAR 62k, Rear air A/C $7999 ‘01 LINCOLN TOWN CAR Executive 74K $5,299 ‘11 Toyota Rav 4 4x4 AT only 8,000 miles, new condition $23,399 TITLE TAGS FULL NOTARY SERVICE 6 M ONTH WARRANTY

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DODGE `00 DURANGO SPORT 4.7 V8, 4WD, 3rd row seat, runs good, needs body work $1900. 570-902-5623

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

SANTE FE AWD, auto, alloys $14,880

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

JAGUAR `00 S TYPE

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

JEEP LIBERTY ‘06

One owner, 4WD, Alloys.

$14,880 560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

LINCOLN `96 CONTINENTAL 93,000 miles, all

power, leather interior, sun roof. Good condition. $1,850 (570)299-0772 Automatic, 4WD, power seats. $16,995 560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

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HONDA ‘08 ACCORD 4 door, EXL with

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

HONDA ‘10 CIVIC

BMW `06 650 CI FORD `93 MUSTANG Black convertible, Convertible. 5.0. 5 beige leather, auto transmission, all power. $35,750. 570-283-5090 or 570-779-3534

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570-301-3602 MAZDA 3 ‘05

4 door hatchback sport, 5 speed manual, grey exterior, black/red cloth interior. Clean, one owner, excellent condition. 17K. $12,000 570-586-6055

MERCEDES-BENZ `91 350 SD Grey metallic with

beige leather interior. Turbo diesel. Auto. All power options. Cruise. Sunroof. New inspection, oil change, front brakes, water pump, injector & clutch fan. 4 new tires. Runs excellent & great MPG’s. Florida car. No rust. Excellent condition. $8,900. Trade welcome. Call 570-817-6000

MERCURY `05 SABLE LS PREMIUM

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49,500 miles Moon roof, alloys, all power, 24 valve V6. Original owner, perfectly maintained, needs nothing. Trade-in’s welcome. Financing available. $8,995 570-474-6205

HYUNDAI `06 SONATA V 6 , all power,

SUBARU `07 LEGACY 2.5I LTD All wheel drive,

288-8995 sun/moon roof, alloys. 74K. CD/stereo $6,950 (570)245-7351

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

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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 ‘07 FJ CRUISER 6 speed manual

blue n white, 45,000 miles, 6” rough country lift kit, pro comp 35” tires. Excellent condition. Best offer 570-574-8303

TOYOTA ‘09 CAMRY

18,000 Miles, 1 owner, 4 cylinder. $16,900 MAFFEI AUTO SALES 570-288-6227

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

FORD `52 COUNTRY SEDAN CUSTOM LINE

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

MERCURY `79 ZEPHYR

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

OLDSMOBILE `68 DELMONT

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VOLKSWAGEN `98 VANAGON

Runs good, needs head gasket. Will take offer. (347)693-4156

VOLKSWAGEN ‘00 BEETLE

2.0 automatic, air 67k miles $6400. 570-466-0999

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

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SILVERCRAFT

Heavy duty 14’ aluminum boat with trailer, great shape. $1,500. 570-822-8704 or cell 570-498-5327 ABANDONED 12 foot lowe rowboat. PA fishboat# 584 3AW. 570-871-5652

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Commercial Trucks & Equipment

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

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

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Motorcycles

BMW ‘07 K1200 GT

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

BMW 2010 K1300S

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

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Motorcycles

SUZUKI ‘01 VS 800 GL INTRUDER Garage kept, no rust, lots of chrome, black with teal green flake. Includes storage jack & 2 helmets. $3600 570-410-1026

YAMAHA ‘09 250 V STAR 143 original miles,

new engine guard just added. $2,499 570-690-8588

YAMAHA ‘96 VIRAGO 750 24,000 miles. Must see and ride to believe! $2,499. 570-690-8588

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

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HARLEY ‘07 SCREAMING EAGLE DYNA Assembled by

Custom Vehicle Operations. Very Unique, Fast Bike. 1800cc. 10,000 miles. Performance Rinehart pipes, comfortable Mustang seat with back rest and detachable rack , Kuryakyn pegs and grips, color matched frame, SE heavy breather air filter comes with HD dust cover and gold CVO owners key. Excellent condition. Silver Rush/ Midnight Black. Asking $13,500 Call Ron @ 570- 868-3330

HARLEY ‘10 DAVIDSON SPORTSTER CUSTOM Loud pipes. Near Mint 174 miles - yes, One hundred and seventy four miles on the clock, original owner. $8000. 570-876-2816

HARLEY 2011 HERITAGE SOFTTAIL Black. 1,800 miles. ABS brakes. Security System Package. $15,000 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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‘03 Dyna Wide Glide Excellent condition garage kept! Golden Anniversary - silver/black. New Tires. Extras. 19,000 miles. Must Sell! $10,000. 570-639-2539

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

KAWASAKI ‘09 KLR 650. 940 original

miles. Kept indoors, very clean, water cooled, new tires. Blue and black. 2.5 liter, street/trail. Paid $5500 Asking $3800. 570-760-8527 MATTIE AUTOMOTIVE 220 Bennett Street, Luzerne Motorcycle State Inspection, Tire Sales & Maintenance 570-283-1098

POLARIS ‘00 VICTORY CRUISER 14,000 miles,

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

COLEMAN ‘02 POP UP Like new. Stove,

lights, fans, sink, sleeps 6. $3,800 570-443-7202

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

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CHEVROLET `02 AVALANCHE 4 x 4, black, V8,

auto, heated leather seats, dual exhaust, moon roof, absolutely loaded. 98,000 miles, $12,000, OBO 570-262-2204 or 570-288-2722

CHEVY `99 SILVERADO Auto. V6 Vortec.

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

CHEVY ‘03 IMPALA

One owner, only 42k miles. $9,885

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

CHEVY ‘99utility, BLAZER4 Sport

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

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

CHEVY ‘05 SILVERADO X CAB

2 WHEEL DRIVE $6,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

CHRYSLER `02 TOWN & COUNTRY

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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 $30,000 Call Jeff @ 570-829-7172

DODGE ‘05 CARAVAN SXT Special Edition.

Stow and go, beautiful van. Leather heated seats with sunroof, tinted windows, luggage rack. Brandy color, 85K miles. $11,875 negotiable 570-301-4929

Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

518 Customer Support/Client Care

JEEP `90 CHEROKEE LTD Red, black leather

interior, ABS, 4 wheel drive, 6 cylinder, 4.0 liter, auto, 92K miles, all power options, moon roof, A/C, AM/FM stereo, cassette, alloy wheels, inspected until 4/13. $2,495 570-674-5655

JEEP 02 GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO

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

KIA ‘07 SPORTAGE EX

4WD, Leather, Moonroof $12,724

CUSTOMER SERVICE MANAGER F L L OR

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Accounting/ Finance

CONTROLLER

Manufacturing environment. CPA or CMA helpful. 60K80K. Networking, IMB 400, Cisco and RPG environment. Tuition assistance to experienced candidate. Capital Blue Cross, 401K. Current job holder tier over 30 years. No phone calls. Send resume to: BENTON FOUNDRY 5297 STATE RTE 487 BENTON, PA 17814

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Beauty/ Cosmetology

CLASS A CDL DRIVER O/O: Company 845-616-1461

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

FORD ‘02 F150

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

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

FORD ‘06 ESCAPE XLT

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

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

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

KIA ‘11 OPTIMA SX

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

FORD ‘00 EXPLORER XLT

eXTRA cLEAN! 4X4. $3,995. 570-696-4377

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

NISSAN ‘97 PICKUP XE 4WD, alloys, 5 speed. $7,550

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

FORDV6.‘04Clean, EXPLORER

Clean SUV! 4WD $5995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

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

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GMC `01 JIMMY Less than 5,000

miles on engine. 4WD. Power accessories. Inspected. Runs great. $4,500 or best offer. Call 570-696-9518 or 570-690-3709

GMC `05 SAVANA

1500 Cargo Van. AWD. V8 automatic. A/C. New brakes & tires. Price reduced $10,250. Call 570-474-6028

AWD. 1 owner. $15,900

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

HYANDAI ‘11 SANTA FE 1 owner, only 7k miles. $23,386 560 Pierce St.

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

Building/ Construction/ Skilled Trades

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

Call 570-654-5775 1 Owner, leather, Panoramic moonroof & navigation. $28,880 560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

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TOYOTA ‘08 4 RUNNER

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

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VITO’S & GINO’S

Wanted:

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288-8995

Entry Level Construction Laborer

Two person crew, no experience necessary, company will train. The work is outdoor, fastpaced, very physical and will require the applicant to be out of town for eight day intervals followed by six days off. Applicants must have a valid PA drivers license and clean driving record. Starting wage is negotiable but will be no less than $14.00 per with family health, dental and 401k. APPLY AT R.K. HYDRO-VAC, INC., 1075 OAK ST PITTSTON, PA 18640 E-MAIL RESUME TO TCHARNEY@ RKHYDROVACPA.COM OR CALL 800-2377474 MONDAY TO FRIDAY, 8:30 TO 4:30 E.O.E. AND MANDATORY DRUG TESTING.

515 Creative/Design

ARCHITECT/DETAILER

Scranton based design Firm seeks full-time architect/ detailer. Candidates must have a Bachelors degree, 5+ years experience with commercial projects, CAD, Revit, drawing capabilities and have proficient computer skills. Competitive salary based on experience, healthcare, 401K and paid vacation. Resumes: ckern@facility designltd.com

518 Customer Support/Client Care

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OCAL EADING GARAGE DOOR COMPANY.

Immediate opening for a results-oriented, analytical, friendly and helpful candidate. Must be customer focused and a good communicator. This position is in daily contact with customers, creates and follows up with quotes and needs to be able to quickly solve problems. Assist in managing servicemen, represent the company at business functions. Prior experience in the construction trades is preferred, with garage door experience a big plus. Promotional opportunity to Assistant General Manager for good performer. Benefits available. SEND RESUME TO SALES@ROWEDOOR.COM OR FAX TO

570-655-7702

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

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FORD ‘08 ESCAPE XLT

HONDA ‘09 CRV LX Luxury people mover! 87,300 well maintained miles. This like-new van has third row seating, power side & rear doors. Economical V6 drivetrain and all available options. Priced for quick sale $6,295. Generous trade-in allowances will be given on this top-of-the-line vehicle. Call Fran 570-466-2771 Scranton

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Hospitality

HOTEL

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Housekeepers; Banquet/Restaurant Personnel; Front Desk

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Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair

BODY SHOP MANAGER

Experienced Mechanic

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

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

INVISIBLE FENCE INSTALLERFence” “Invisible

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

KALINOSKY LANDSCAPING INC. Is seeking experi-

enced persons for Landscape & Maintenance positions. Driver’s License a must. Please call 570-696-4606

LANDSCAPE FOREPERSON 3 years experience & Valid PA Driver’s License a must.

570-779-4346

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Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair

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 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

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

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Logistics/ Transportation

CDL TRUCK DRIVERS/ QUARRYMEN Experienced per-

sons needed for busy Quarry in N.E. PA. Experience with Quarry operations and plant maintenance preferred. Truck drivers must have valid CDL and medical card. Competitive salary and health benefits. Please fax resume to: 570-643-0903

DRIVER/ WAREHOUSE Immediate opening

for an experienced driver/warehouse. Air brake CDL preferred, but not required. Must have experience driving a 26 foot straight truck. Excellent starting rate and full benefits package. Apply in person to: INTERSTATE BUILDING MATERIALS, INC. Attn: Director of HR 322 Laurel St. Pittston 18640

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Logistics/ Transportation

O/O'S & CO FLATBED DRIVERS

SIGN ON BONUS Hazleton/ Scranton, PA

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

TRACTOR-TRAILER DRIVERS Home 48 hours EVERY Week

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

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ACTIVITY ASSISTANT

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

FORKLIFT

FORKLIFT OPERATORS NEEDED FOR 2ND SHIFT IN THE PITTSTON AREA. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED. APPLY IN PERSON MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY 9 A.M. TO 2 P.M. AT: Team Employer Solutions 20 REYNOLDS ST. KINGSTON, PA 18704 570-714-5955

Kingston Commons, a Long Term Care Nursing Facility, is seeking an energetic, outgoing individual to direct activities for Long Term Care Residents. Must be a certified nursing assistant with previous experience in long term care. Position is Full-Time with benefits. APPLY IN PERSON TO: KINGSTON COMMONS 615 WYOMING AVE. KINGSTON, PA 18704 570-288-5496 DRUG FREE WORKPLACE/E.O.E.

CAREGIVER NEEDED

Two days per week, Saturday & Sunday. $11.30/hour. Pittston area. Call 570-299-9881

CNAS • LPNS • RNS

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MEDICAL SECRETARY

A FULL TIME POSITION FOR A MEDICAL SECRETARY IS AVAILABLE AT THE FREELAND HEALTH CENTER IN FREELAND, PA. PLEASE GO TO WWW.RCHNEPA.COM FOR INFORMATION ON SALARY, BENEFITS, AND APPLYING FOR THE POSITION. EOE

M/F/V/H

Physi cal Thera pists

GOLDEN CARE HOME HEALTH, an elite homecare provider for 26 years is hiring contracted PTs for local visits in Luzerne County.

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RESIDENTIAL WORKER

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RNS AND LPNS

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

Therapeutic Staff Support

Must be a reliable self-starter. Competitive wages. Send resume to: 1264 Wyoming Ave. Forty Fort, PA 18704 Attn: Jane Andrews Or email jandrews@epix.net

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Seasonal help needed until May 28th to clean and plant around cemetery stones. Apply at: Ketler Florist & Greenhouses 1205 S. Main St. Hanover Twp.

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Production/ Operations

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

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For elderly female. Must have current drivers license. Duties include personal care, bathing, cooking, admin of meds, light housekeeping. First Aid or background in healthcare required. 5 days per week. Must complete background check and have references. Please respond to majones33@ verizon.net

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

548 Medical/Health

PHYSICAL THERAPIST

Medical Equipment Technician PRIOR

EXPERIENCE DELIVERING & INSTRUCTING ON MEDICAL EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES. FULL TIME POSITION, REQUIRES SOME ON CALL. MUST BE DETAIL ORIENTED, GOOD VERBAL & WRITTEN SKILLS A MUST. RESUMES TO

rjacobs@caregivers america.com.

FULL TIME

Friendly and compassionate PT needed to provide safe and competent physical therapy treatments. Ability to communicate with patients, family and staff in a supportive manner is essential. PA State Physical Therapy License Required, Rehab/LTC experience is a plus. Competitive Salary & Benefits Package To Apply Contact HR 877-339-6999 x1 Email Jobs@horizonhrs.com Or Apply In Person

BIRCHWOOD NURSING & REHAB 395 Middle Road, Nanticoke

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NEPA’s PREMIER PRE-OWNED AUTO DEALERSHIP IS SEEKING AN

AUTO SALES EXECUTIVE

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Business Successful, local marketing company is looking for experienced B2B salesperson to work Lackawanna and Luzerne Counties. Company provides guaranteed confirmed appointments each week to compliment cold calling efforts. $24,000.00 base salary to start plus 5-20% commission, fitness membership, health benefits, cell phone, etc... Please e-mail resume to

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$700 Monthly Proﬁt + Tips 139 daily / 158 Sunday

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Wilkes-Barre South

$950 Monthly Proﬁt + Tips 242 daily / 271 Sunday

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Nanticoke

$820 Monthly Proﬁt + Tips

LIQUOR LICENSE FOR SALE. Luzerne County. $20,000. 570-574-7363

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Business Opportunities

Meadows Nursing & Rehabilitation Center CNA 7-3 & 3-11 Shifts

Part Time (5-9 days bi-weekly) with benefits

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Apply in person: 4 East Center Hill Road Dallas PA 18612 Or Email Resume – hr@meadowsnrc.com Individualized orientation program. Competitive starting rates. Vacation, Holiday and Personal Days. Tuition Reimbursement. Health Insurance and Pension Plan.

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Do you wake up every day excited about what you do for a living? Did you become a Caregiver because you have a true calling to care for those who need help? If you answered yes, call Visiting Angels today! We have opportunities for you. Visiting Angels is looking for Caregivers for 1st, 2nd and 3rd shifts. Immediate shifts available and must work one weekend a month. Regular duties of a Caregiver may include: • Providing companionship •Assisting with bathing, dressing and grooming • Running errands and providing transportation • Light housekeeping such as laundry, dishes and vacuuming • Meal preparation • Medication reminders. We offer ﬂexibility, competitive wages, weekend shift differential and a friendly and supportive staff. Come join the Visiting Angels team and make a difference! Call 570-270-6703 or email apietraccini@visitingangels.com

Wilkes-Barre North

$835 Monthly Proﬁt + Tips

506 Administrative/ Clerical

Plains

$700 Monthly Proﬁt + Tips 180 daily / 202 Sunday

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$800 Monthly Proﬁt + Tips 205 daily / 223 Sunday

Ashley Street, Barnes Street, Carey Street, Fall Street, West Hartford Street, Manhattan Street

Pringle/Courtdale

CAREGIVER COORDINATOR

Visiting Angels, a Senior Home Care Agency is dedicated to offering senior citizens the opportunity to age in place at home. Our philosophy is to never compromise on providing high quality services. Because of our commitment to service and quality we are growing. We are seeking a Caregiver Coordinator to join our team. The Caregiver Coordinator ensures proper staffing of all client cases with field employees, and works closely with the Caregiver Supervisor to ensure client satisfaction with services. • • •

$900 Monthly Proﬁt + Tips

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REQUIREMENTS: Must enjoy helping seniors. Must exhibit warm and congenial, professional attitude in daily activities. Must be flexible regarding workdays and hours. Must be able to learn quickly in busy office. Must be well organized, detail-oriented and team oriented. Excellent customer service and telephone skills. Must have ability to effectively motivate staff and multi-task. Must have computer skills including, Word, Excel. Power Point a plus. Must be able to type 50+words per minute. Experience in homecare/home health a plus but not necessary.

Your duties will include, scheduling employees, maintaining employee records, assisting with recruitment, participating in the on-call rotation, and corresponding with clients and caregivers. We offer opportunity for advancement, and benefits. For consideration email a resume to apietraccini@visitingangels.com.

Appliances

APPLIANCE PA RT S E T C .

Used appliances. Parts for all brands. 223 George Ave. Wilkes-Barre 570-820-8162

DISHWASHER 24” white, 2 years old RANGE HOOD 30”

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

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REFRIGERATOR Frigidaire Gallery 26 cu. ft. with ice & water, like new used very little. $225. 570-457-7854 STOVE: Maytag 30” black electric, $150. Black range hood $50. Maytag 24” wall mounted oven, $150. Older model Panosonic microwave, $25. 570-868-5091 WASHER & DRYER, full size, Maytag $50. 570-696-3606

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Baby Items

BABY CRIB complete, excellent condition, no recalls listed. Dark Cherry wood & drop down side. Paid $250 for crib and $40 for mattress sell for $90. 570-793-6040 CRIB MATTRESS $20 used for one child.570-825-0569 PLAY YARD L.A. baby’s commercial play yard, blue. width: 30 1/2”W X 43LX 1/2”H 30 1/2” Like new condition. $50. 570-285-5152

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Air Conditioners

AIR CONDITIONER Ductless for large room, 11,500 btu, very good condition $500. 388-6348 AIR CONDITIONERS Frigidaire 5000 BTU, manual $75. 11,000 BTU Frigidaire portable, manual $295. 570-636-3151

LG&AIRHeat CONDITIONER Pump

18,000.4 SEER R410 Refrigerant Wall mounted, ductless. 220 volt. One indoor, one outdoor unit with remote control. Call 570-288-0735

706

Arts/Crafts/ Hobbies

PAINTBALLS 3000!! Custom 98 tippman, cleaning kit, belt. $100. 570-430-9231

708

Antiques & Collectibles

ANTIQUE TOYS WANTED Larry - Mt. Top 474-9202

COINS complete Set Franklin half dollars, excellent condition, in book. $450. 570-823-6035

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

548 Medical/Health

Furniture & Accessories

COUCH & Loveseat camelback, burgundy, like new $200. Chair like new $35. green. 570-822-5460 COUCH, loveseat, chair, glass & brass coffee table, 2 matching end tables, 2 table top lamps with coordinating floor lamp, like new $450. Dining room table, 4 matching chairs, 2 leafs $200. X-large dark green recliner chair $25. Walnut kitchen set, 4 chairs $2o. 570-696-3606

DINING ROOM SET Solid Oak. Table with

2 leaves, 6 chairs, buffet, protective table pads included. $800 570-299-5046

DINING ROOM SET

Building Materials

TOILET. Kohler. Excellent condition. Like new. No Stains. Was replaced for Medical reasons. $60 OBO. 287-4723

Clothing

BOYS CLOTHING sizes 6 months - 7 years. Blazers, coats, jean jackets, suits $5. Overalls, tops, pants, shorts, shoes/sneakers $2, Toys range very small items .25 cents to $5 larger items action figures, stuffed animals to pin ball machines. Toy boxes $20. Fisher Price, another large one in primary colors great for taller items. 570-696-9010

COAT

KENNETH COLE Beige, size 6, hardly worn. $75. 570-855-5385 JACKETS, leather, black, 1 small- 1 large new $50. each. Dolce Gabbana handbag $150. 570-654-4440

730

Computer Equipment & Software

COMPUTER, Dell Windows XP 3GHZ processor, 120 GB hard drive, fast, better than 7. $100. 570-824-7354

732

Exercise Equipment

TREADMILL. Proform 300. Very good condition. $50 OBO You haul. 417-6066

Furnaces & Heaters

756

Medical Equipment

Jazzy Powerchair 1113, needs battery $550. Wheelchair $85. Walker with wheels $35. 570-829-2411

WALKER for handicap $6. 570-779-9791

758 Miscellaneous AIR PURIFIER Oreck XL, manual was $299. asking $149. 2 oscillating fans both $25. 636-3151

COFFEE TABLE for sectional with lifting top for food or beverages for $100. Plush gray computer chair $25. 570-592-7723 COFFEE TABLE, solid oak, great condition, measures 53" Lx24" x 17" h $75. 570-690-6087 GLIDER wicker & metal 2 seater $25. 570-574-2924

548 Medical/Health

LPNs

Per Diem 7-3, 3-11 & 11-7

CNAs $300 Sign On Bonus

*Bonus only for full & part time new hires

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 FURNITURE. Huntley 2 pieces corner lighted china cabinet & buffet, blond mahogany accented with shabby chic painted accent design, versatile pieces. Motivated seller. $200 OBO 570-466-6481 HEADBOARD twin $5. Lamp with wall set 4 spindle coat/ hat holder & memo board $4. 696-9010 HUTCH 1970s solid walnut hutch. 6’h x4’w, glass doors, excellent condition. $300. Solid walnut bookcase, 5’hx3’w $75. 570-881-5809. KITCHEN SET solid maple wood includes oval table with removable center leaf & 3 chairs. Small hand painted flower accents on top of chairs. $50. 570-675-3006 KITCHEN TABLE 6 chairs& hutch $400 Sleeper sofa $300 Tiffany style double light lamp $75 10,000 btu air conditioner $75. All excellent condition. 570-825-2888

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

MATTRESS SALE

We Beat All Competitors Prices!

Mattress Guy

Twin sets: $139 Full sets: $159 Queen sets: $199 All New American Made 570-288-1898 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 ROCKING CHAIR Boston $100. 570-847-336 TABLE 45” drop leaf oak table $25. Cane oak chairs $5. each. 22” round oak lamp table $5. Oak plant table $8. 9 table lamps $5 each. 570-639-1653

746 Garage Sales/ Estate Sales/ Flea Markets

PLAINS

Full & Part Time 7-3 & 3-11 Part Time 11-7

Excellent Pay Rates, Weekend-Evening & Night Shift Diffs & Great Benefits To apply or to learn about our endless career opportunities in nursing Call 877-339-6999 x1 Email Jobs@horizonhrs.com Or visit us and apply in person 395 Middle Road, Nanticoke

KENNEL large plastic with metal door 28”H,36”L,25”W $50. Child’s Mud Shark Rhino bike 12” wheels tires like new $20. Tricycleheavy duty all terrain with pneumatic tires 13’ front tire10” rear adjustable frame ages 5-7 $30. 570-574-4888 LADDER 24’ aluminum $100. 24’ fiberglass ladder werner $185. Chef dorm refrigerator 1.7 cu $75. Boxwood wood stove brand new never used firebox size 29”x15” $200. 8 burner propane grill on wheels new never used $285. Pioneer dvd 5 disc player & manual $25. 570-735-2236

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

FREE PICKUP

OFFICE DESK with pull out drawers in great shape $25; new bathroom sink, white $10; bathroom sink, tan $10; School classroom desk $20. 570-262-7923.

570-574-1275 AUTO PAINT BASE COAT, 1 gallon GM rally red Corvette color sell for $100. obo. 570-883-7007`

PING PONG TABLE. fits over pool table or can be fitted to stand alone, net & paddles included. $50. 570-704-6588

BOAT 12’ aluminum with oars, 5 HP gas outboard engine $600. Angle iron rack for pickup extends over cab $70. 570-655-0546

PROSUN TANNING BED Asking $2,700. or best offer. Great condition! Contact Jodi 570-574-4376.

CHRISTMAS TREE 7 1/2’’ Martha Stewart used 3 times asking $50. 570-825-0569

RECORDS LPs, 78s, 45s, $1. each. 570-829-2411

COFFEE MAKER Bunn automatic, two burner, stainless $75. 847-3368

REVEREWARE, clean, shiny & very good condition, 8 pieces $3-$6 each. Corelle Spring Blossom Crazy daisy 60 pieces @.30 each. Flatware 26 piece Everbrite stainless deluxe in case $8. Vintage style 12 piece pumpkin tea set $10. Ceramic Christmas tree with lights $5. 639-1653

DINNERWARE 64 piece $35. Black carpet 60”x*0” $20. White lace 50 yards 8” straight piece with 3” gather riffle $35. Wedding bows, white lace 24 for $12. Farberware coffee urn 12 to 55 cups, need stem $25. Sewing machine $20. Elastic 5 factory rolls 1/4” $25. 654-4440

RIM & TIRE 18” P235/60 R18 for Hyundia Santa Fe. Both in good condition. Must See. $150. 654-3209

EASEL: Artist Easel $150. 570-542-5622

SAFE/Yale $50. Heater Tower, electric, portable, $20. 570-825-5847

570-301-3602

CALL US! TO JUNK YOUR CAR

VACUUM CLEANER, upright, Sears Kenmore, uses bags. $20. Commode, bedside or sits over toilet $20.814-9845

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Free Anytime Pickup 570-301-3602

WANTEDHEATING OIL, take out with no mess or smell. Call 301-3754

MALIBU LIGHT Expressions, tier lights with auto timer, 12 fixtures. New $74. sell $50. Aluminum fine screen 48”w, 15’ roll $10. 570-779-9791

Doyouneedmorespace? A yard or garage sale 412 Autos for Sale CARGO CARRIER , in classified Sears Sport is the best way $99.99. 829-4776 tocleanoutyourclosets! 744 Furniture & You’re in bussiness Accessories with classified! BED queen, tubular steel head & foot board, $175. Black wicker chair $25. SHELVING, metal, 4 shelves, $5. 570-654-4440

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

quipped brand includes trailer. Going out of business. $6000 neg. 570-357-2753

Thomasville

ETAGERE. Curved wrought iron unit with glass shelves. $60. 570-288-5251

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FREE AD POLICY The Times Leader LANDSCAPING CURB- will accept ads for used private party ING MACHINE merchandise only Whiteman multi

Large table, 2 leaves, 6 Windsor chairs & large matching hutch, excellent condition $800. 570-901-1062

WEDDING GOWN size 9-10 used once, preserved in box $30. 825-0569

714

758 Miscellaneous

752 Landscaping & Gardening

PERFITIncontinence Underwear Size XL 14 per package $5 570-288-9940

Bridal Items

UMBRELLA Stroller $7. 570-779-9791

To place your ad call...829-7130 742 ANTIQUES: China Cabinet $500. Desk $200. Sewing machine $100. 570-578-0728

744

DINING ROOM SET, walnut, table, 6 chairs (2 captain), 2 leafs, huge matching glass front door hutch $350. Dark wood bedroom suite, double bed, head & footboard, chest of drawers, mirrored dresser, 2 night stands $200. .570-693-3462

726

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Restorative CNA 6:30A.M.-2:30 P.M. Shift

710

$150. obo.

Apply online @ https://home.eease.com/recruit/?id=296360

Agostina Drive, East Broad Street, East Church Street, East Green Street, East Main Street

212 daily / 235 Sunday

Turn key operation in a wonderful area. A must see! Deli & ice cream. Will train, excellent opportunity. $25,000. 570-262-1497

11 PM -7 AM CNA (Per Diem)

190 daily / 228 Sunday

Coal Street, Custer Street, North Empire Street, North Grant Street, North Hancock Street, McFarland Street, Hillside Street

COFFEE SHOP

630 Money To Loan

Available routes: Larksville

Business Opportunities

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

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(No Collections)

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762

Musical Instruments

PIANO Baldwin, just tuned, $500. Call 570-474-6362

412 Autos for Sale

1339 N.RiverStreet, O DAN Plains,PA.18702 J - 829-2043

MOTORS

www.jo-danmotors.com

‘10 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS $ Silver, Only 16K Miles, Sunroof................................... 15,995 ‘08 DODGE AVENGER SXT$

14,995 14,995 ‘ 1 0 CHRYSLER SEBRING TOURING $ 13,995 ‘09 PONTIAC G6 SEDAN $ 13,995 ‘07 SUBARU LEGACY LIMITED $ 13,995 ‘09 CHEVY AVEO LT $ 10,995 ‘04 SATURN L300 $ 9,995 ‘03 FORD WINDSTAR SE $ 8,995 ‘05 CHEVY MALIBU LT $ 6,995 ‘01 CHEVY CAVALIER LS $ SOLD 6,995 Blue, 4 Cyl., 31K Miles, Sunroof ......................

‘08 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX SDN $ Red, Nicely Equipped, Only 36K Miles!......

Burgundy, 4 Cyl, PW, PDL, 34K Miles........... Maroon, 30K Miles.....................................................

Black, AWD, Leather, Sunroof ........................ White, Sedan, Auto, CD......................................

Black, Sunroof, Only 33K Miles ........................... Green, 65K Miles, Entertainment System..

Gold, Spoiler, Nicely Equipped........................... Blue, Sedan, Automatic, A/C, CD, Only 28K Miles .......

TAX AND TAGS ADDITIONAL LOW DOWN PAYMENT

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CLEAN, INSPECTED VEHICLES

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Auto Parts

BUYING JUNK VEHICLES $300 AND UP

$125 EXTRA IF DRIVEN, DRAGGED OR PUSHED IN!

38 North Main St Wed., 9am-3pm Many antiques, 63 years of memories. Too much to list, also, like-new refrigerator & stove.

NOBODY Pays More 570-760-2035

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

TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com 770

Photo Equipment

CAMERA. Nikon 35mm zoom touch 470 AF. $75 570-847-3368

772

Pools & Spas

HEATER: Laars Lite 2 gas above ground pool heater, 4 years old, purchased new asking $200. 498-2716 POOL: 21’ round with filter, solar cover & automatic cleaner $999. Great pool, only used 3 seasons. 570-592-7723

Selling Your Furniture? Do it here in the Classifieds! 570-829-7130

TUESDAY, APRIL 24, 2012 PAGE 7D

906 Homes for Sale

DUPONT

BEAR CREEK

DALLAS OAK HILL

DURYEA

EXETER

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

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

$159,900 Good visibility commercial location. Room for up to 3 businesses! Also has 2 apartments., off-street parking for 8 w/ possibility. of much more in rear. Great for Beauty/Nail Salon, Fitness Studio, Shop, and Garage type businesses. Call CHRISTINE KUTZ for more information. 570-332-8832

REDUCED 619 Foote Ave. Fabulous Ranch home with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, ultra modern kitchen with granite counters, heated tile floor and stainless appliances. Dining room has Brazilian cherry floors, huge yard, garage and large yard. Partially finished lower level. If you’re looking for a Ranch, don’t miss this one. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 11-4079 $154,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

Cats

CATS & KITTENS 12 weeks & up.

All shots, neutered, tested,microchipped

VALLEY CAT RESCUE

824-4172, 9-9 only

815

Dogs

776 Sporting Goods DRIVER. Callaway Ftiz 13 degree Senior shaft. Very good condition. $75 570-287-5745

780

Televisions/ Accessories

TV 13” color, manual, remote, wallmount bracket $75. 570-636-3151

784

Tools

LADDER/extension 32’Fiberglass with 3 cases, coiled roofing gun nails $250. for all Firm! 570-760-8527 LAWN MOWER 19” rechargeable rotary mower with charger, model no 247. 370480. Like new gently used 2 years on small townhouse plot. New $400; asking $150. 570-825-2961

794

Video Game Systems/Games

GAME CONSOLE REPAIR

I offer the lowest prices locally. Broken Xbox 360’s, PS3’s, Wii’s, disc read errors, etc. Call Chris or visit the Video Game Store 28 S. Main St, W-B 570-814-0824

796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise

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

This will create a seller account online and login information will be emailed to you from gadzoo.com “The World of Pets Unleashed” You can then use your account to enhance your online ad. Post up to 6 captioned photos of your pet Expand your text to include more information, include your contact information such as e-mail, address phone number and or website.

Wanted:

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288-8995

WANTED JEWELRY

WEBUY HOMES! Any Situation 570-956-2385

LABRADOR RETRIEVER

LHASA-POO & SHIH-TZU PUPPIES Shots current.

$400 570-250-9690

P E N D I N G

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

AVOCA

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

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

DALLAS

AVOCA

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

Looking for a ranch in the Back Mountain? Come and preview this remodeled two or three bedroom, one bath home. New Pergo flooring, updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, off street parking. MLS #121213 $112,000 Call Kathy Murray 570-696-6403

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AS ALWAYS ***HIGHEST PRICES*** PAID FOR YOUR UNWANTED VEHICLES!!!

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DALLAS

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

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

796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise

DALLAS

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

796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise

HDI METALS

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

DRUMS

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

DUPONT

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

S O L D

DUPONT

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$214,900 Motivated Seller. Very spacious home with 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.

DALLAS

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

without hassle or worry! Get moving with classified!

DALLAS

AVOCA

DACHSHUND PUPPIES!

AKC Registered. Ready to go. Vet checked. Please call 570-864-2207

$ ANTIQUES BUYING $

VITO’S & GINO’S

Call 570-348-1761

Place your pet ad and provide us your email address

Pups. 5 Black males, 1 yellow female, ACA registered, shots and wormed. $350. Ready April 23. 570-556-0357

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

HANOVER TOWNSHIP

800 PETS & ANIMALS 810

1107 Spring Street Superb two story with 3 bedrooms & 1 ½ baths. Hardwood floors, gas heat, vinyl siding, large yard with garage. Call Jim for details. Offered at $169,500 Towne & Country Real Estate Co. 570-735-8932 or 570-542-5708 DURYEA

EDWARDSVILLE

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

DURYEA

97 Chittenden St. Flood damaged home with new furnace, electric box, water heater, outlets and switches. 1st floor gutted but already insulated and ready for sheetrock. 2nd floor has 4 bedrooms and bath with double sinks. Large yard. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 12-1225 $69,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

DURYEA NEW PRICE!!!!!

263 Lawrence St Pride of ownership shows in this nicely updated & well maintained home with possible in-law suite/apartment. Enjoy off street parking, spacious yard & large deck with beautiful views of the valley. 1st floor has large separate eat-in kitchen, living room, bedroom & bath. 2nd floor has large eatin kitchen, living/dining combo, 3 bedrooms, 1 bath & 2nd floor laundry. Many possibilities to fit your needs! Must see! MLS#11-4434 Reduced to $88,900 Call Christina @ (570) 714-9235

EDWARDSVILLE

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

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

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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Nice size 4 bedroom home with some hardwood floors, large eat in kitchen with breakfast bar. 2 car garage & partially fenced yard. Close to everything! $89,000 Call Christine Kutz 570-332-8832

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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

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

Fully rented 5 unit apt building, new siding, new roof and nice updates inside, off street parking & near the college. Call or text Donna 570-947-3824 or Tony 570-855-2424 for more information or to schedule your showing. $117,000

HANOVER GREEN 2 Zack Street 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath bi-level hardwood floors on upper & lower level. 65’x100’ lot. New Corian kitchen including new appliances, central air, gas heat, 3 bedrooms, living room & dining room, new carpeting, heated 1 car garage. 2 large sheds, 16’x32’ in ground pool. Covered upper deck & lower covered patio. Walking distance to schools. On bus route. Much More! $179,000 Kwiatkowski Real Estate 570-825-7988

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

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

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

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

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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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2 Betsy Ross Drive Warmly inviting 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath Tudor. Striking highlights in this beautiful home include custom blinds, manicured lawn, deck, patio and 3-season porch. Entertain in the finished walkout basement with wet bar or relax by the pool! Outstanding quality! Call Pat Guesto 570-793-4055 CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE PROPERTIES 570-675-5100

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

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

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

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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

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

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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 $29,900 Call Tom 570-262-7716

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

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ATTENTION CAR BUFFS! 4-car garage and house. Garage has updated roof, house has beautiful woodwork, spacious room sizes, 3 bedrooms, possible 4th on third floor. Windows are leaded and stained glass. Pay your mortgage with garage rental or store your collectibles. #11-4133 $79,900 Maribeth Jones 696-6565

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Well maintained Bi-Level on nicely landscaped corner lot. Finished lower level with gas fireplace & sliding doors to private patio. Totally fenced yard, 1 car garage. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. $127,900 MLS# 11-1271 Call Cathy (570) 696-5422

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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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HUDSON Archaic 2 floor, 5.5

Charming home in very good condition. Nice woodworking, replacement windows, new vaulted ceiling bedroom overlooking amazing view of the river. Vinyl siding, one car garage, private setting on a dead end street, but not flood zone. $95,000 MLS 12-990 Call Nancy Answini, Gilroy Real Estate 570-288-1444

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room homestead, new washer, dryer, sump pump, roof 3.5 years old. Lot over 4,000 sq. ft. 50 East Stanton St. $50,000. Call 9am7pm 570-239-5672 or 570-822-1940

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

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

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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

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

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

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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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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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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

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

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76 N. Dawes Ave. Use your income tax rebate for a downpayment on this great home with modern kitchen with granite counters, 2 large bedrooms, attached garage, full basement could be finished, sun porch overlooks great semi private yard. A great house in a great location! Come see it! . For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-41 $115,000 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

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

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

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NEW LISTING! Convenient Laflin location just minutes from I-81, Rt. 315 & PA Turnpike. 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, living room open to the modern kitchen, dining room and first floor with beautiful hardwood floors. H a n d i c a p p e d accessible with oversized doors and hallways. New carpet & extra basement ceiling height make this a great family home. Landscaped yard with Koi pond & custom deck that sits in a quiet, private location on a dead-end street. Move-in ready! mls 12-1197 $199,900 Chris Jones 696-6558

LAKE NUANGOLA 28 Lance Street

OPEN HOUSE Sun., April 29, 1:00-3:00 Very comfortable 2 bedroom home in move in condition. Great sun room, large yard, 1 car garage. Deeded lake access. From Wilkes-Barre take Rt. 81S to exit 159, right on to Nuangola Rd./Van Ave., left on Lance St. Reduced $119,000 Call Kathie MLS # 11-2899

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Great Location, Huge rooms, Amazing kitchen with granite countertops, relax in the sunroom or the partial finished lower level, Hardwood under carpets, off street parking, plus a 1 year home warranty. Call or text Donna 570-947-3824 or Tony 570-855-2424 for more information or to schedule your showing. $169,999

Charming & unique remodeled home with 5 bedrooms and spectacular views of Carey Ave Bridge and the river. New kitchen, roof and deck. Three bedrooms on first floor and two baths, 2 bedrooms on second floor. Three season porch, first floor laundry and office/den area. Must see. Out of flood zone. $119,000 Call Nancy Answini Gilroy Real Estate 570-288-1444

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Charming remodeled 2 story is in excellent move in condition. 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, carpeted floors, patio/balcony, basement, central heating, deck/ porch, Pool, view & 2 car garage. It has new roof, windows & siding. Located in quiet development close to everything, walking distance from grocery store. School District is one of the best in the area. Taxes are cheap yet across from a wildlife preserve, so you will feel like your on vacation when sitting on your porch. For sale by owner. Act fast this charming home isn’t going to be available long! $219,000 Call 696-2009 for details or view http://1580spring creekcircle. blogspot.com MESHOPPEN Novak Road

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

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215 Patriot Circle Townhouse. Very good condition. 3 bedroom, 1 ½ bath, living room with gas fireplace and hardwood floors. Kitchen offers new stainless steel appliances, tile floor, laundry area, dining room with built in corner cabinets. MLS 12-238 $119,500 James Banos Realtor Associate COLDWELL BANKER RUNDLE REAL ESTATE 570-991-1883

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

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PRICE REDUCED! The price has now come down for your 4th of July view of the fireworks…and of course you can live in the house too…Architecturally built split level with beamed ceilings, living room with view, wood-burning fireplace and hardwood floors, dining room with view and hardwood floors, galley oak kitchen, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, family room, hobby room and green house. Twocar detached garage, one ace lot with raised gardens, grape vines, perennials, fruit trees, fenced! gardener’s paradise or we can provide the gardener at your expense…. 11-1079 $199,000 Maribeth Jones 696-6565

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

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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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Nuangola LAKEFRONT. Intriguing older home with hardwood floors, natural woodwork, newer roof (2005) & mostly newer windows. Private 3/4 acre setting. Beautiful lake frontage. $235,000 MLS #12-887 Call Mary Ann Desiderio 570-851-2999

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

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

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

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

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

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418 Front St. Check out this large 4 bedroom, 1.5 bath home with a formal dining room, living room and family room. This home is located across the street from a beautiful park and recreation area. Great for people who like the outdoors and have kids. MLS 12-1466 $50,000 Call John Polifka 570-704-6846 FIVE MOUNTAINS REALTY 570-542-2141

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10 Norman St. Brick 2 story home with 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, large family room with fireplace. Lower level rec room, large driveway for plenty of parking. Just off the by-pass with easy access to all major highways. For more info and photos visit: www. atlasrealtyinc.com. MLS 11-2887 $159,900 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

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

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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 $54,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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

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NANITCOKE 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

MOUNTAINTOP

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 $174,900 Jim Graham at 570-715-9323

MOUNTAINTOP

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MOUNTAIN TOP

WHITE HAVEN

KINGSTON

Park Ofﬁce Building 400 Third Ave.

LEHIGH VALLEY

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

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

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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 $129,900 Call Tom 570-262-7716

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

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20 NITTANY LANE Vinyl sided 3 level townhouse with central air & vacuum, 4 baths, 3 bedrooms, 2 car garage. Deck & patio. A Must See! $189,900 century21shgroup. com MLS 12-927 Call Florence 570-715-7737

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OAKWOOD PARK Lovely 3 bedroom town home with great access to major highway & business districts. Entertain in the finished basement. MLS 11-4571 $104,999 Call Pat Guesto 570-793-4055 CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE PROPERTIES 570-675-5100

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

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PLYMOUTH

SHAVERTOWN

TAYLOR

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

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Roomy 2 bedroom single with eat-in kitchen, tile bath, gas heat & 2 car detached garage. Priced to sell at $33,000 MLS 11-2653 Ann Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

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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

Well maintained raised ranch in Midway Manor. Good size level yard with shed. Large sunroom / laundry addition. Lower level family room with wood stove. $155,000 Call Christine Kutz 570-332-8832

SUGARLOAF

Beautiful setting in a fabulous location. Well maintained 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home sits on a full beautiful acre of land. 3 car garage with a breezeway, first fl master bedroom suite and a great porch to sit and relax on all while enjoying your new serene surroundings. MLS 12-392 $225,000 Call Tony 570-855-2424

SWEET VALLEY

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

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105 Summit Street Fire damaged home. Sold as is. 60’ x 235’ lot. Public sewer, water & gas. $34,500 negotiable Call 570-675-0446, evenings.

SHAVERTOWN

TRUCKSVILLE

NEW LISTING! Dallas School District. Park like setting with stream on this .8 acre lot and house. Large room sizes, first and lower level family rooms, three bedrooms, first floor laundry, updated roof, new deck, above-ground pool. 1-car detached garage, Bar in lower level with exercise room. MLS# 12-1263 $137,500 Maribeth Jones 696-6565

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

“New Listing”! 3 bedrooms, 1 bath home on double lot. One car garage, two 3 season porches, security system & attic just insulated. $90,000. Call Christine Kutz 570-332-8832

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WEST PITTSTON

225-227 Boston Ave Double block. Wyoming Area schools. Out of flood zone. 1 side rented to long term tenant at $525 /month. Other side remodeled - move in or rent at $650/month. 3 bedrooms each side, gas furnaces, sunrooms, large yard. $149,000. Call 570-357-0042 WEST PITTSTON

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

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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

TRUCKSVILLE

Well maintained 3 bedroom, 2 bath double wide in nice neighborhood. Many updates. Landscaped & fenced yard with pool, large deck & koi pond! $89,900. Call Christine Kutz 570-332-8832

WEST WYOMING

438 Tripp St

TUNKHANNOCK

SWOYERSVILLE

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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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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

WEST NANTICOKE

TILBURY TERRACE Tilbury Avenue Superb 3 bedroom single. Hardwood floors, fireplace, garage. Well maintained. Great Neighborhood. Affordable at $209,500. Towne & Country Real Estate Co. 570-735-8932 570-542-5708

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WILKES-BARRE

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

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

WILKES-BARRE

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

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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

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NEW LISTING All brick ranch. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. Large lower level family room. 2 car garage. Fenced yard. Gas heat and central a/c. Great South Wilkes-Barre location. 12-1045 $125,000 BESECKER REALTY 570-675-3611

Nice 3 bedroom, 1 bath home, with 3 season porch and detached 1 car garage. Good starter home in well established neighborhood. Family owned for many years. $65,000 CALL CHRISTINE KUTZ 570-332-8832

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

Just on the market this 2 story offers a modern kitchen, formal dining room, 1st floor laundry plus 2/3 bedrooms On 2nd floor. Affordably priced at $ 27,900 MLS 12-50 Ann Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

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

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

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

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

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

WILKES-BARRE

WILKES-BARRE 38 E. Thomas St. Former St. Francis Church. Sale includes Church, Rectory and 2 paved lots. $130,000 MLS# 12-877 Jeff Cook Realty World Bank Capital 570-235-1183

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

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

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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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Wilkeswood Apartments 1 & 2 BR Apts

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KINGSTON 7 Hoyt St

Restaurant/Bar for sale. 8,525sf. Turnkey with seating for 125, bar area seats 24, includes all equipment, fixtures, two walk-in coolers, furnishings, kitchen equipment, & liquor license. Two apartments with long term tenants, gas heat, handicap accessible, high traffic area. MLS#11-4332 $499,000 Maribeth Jones 570-696-6565

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

LAFLIN

DUPONT

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

909

BACK MOUNTAIN/ HARVEYS LAKE

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909

Heights Section Well maintained 2 story home, family owned for 60+ years. Move in condition. 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, living room, dining room with washer & dryer hook-up. gas heat, recently replaced windows, front and back porches, fenced in yard, close to elementary & high school. $51,900 Call 570-823-2726 Leave message if no answer.

909

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

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WILKES-BARRE

Easily converts to single home. New roof, electric, windows & 2 car garage. Remodeled. 66 x 100 feet, fenced lot, $120,000. 570-693-2408

WILKES-BARRE

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

WYOMING

DOUBLE BLOCK

WILKES-BARRE

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

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

WILKES-BARRE

WEST WYOMING

SWOYERSVILLE W. PITTSTON

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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

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

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

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33 Market St. Commercial/residential property featuring Ranch home with 3 bedrooms, newly remodeled bathroom, in good condition. Commercial opportunity for office in attached building. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3450 Reduced $149,900 Call Tom 570-262-7716

Looking for that special place called home? Classified will address Your needs. Open the door with classified! LUZERNE Over 10,000SF of storage space in two buildings. Room to build another building, professional, car wash, restaurant, salon. Minutes from Cross Valley Expressway Exit 6. Survey, storm water/drainage control plan and soil and erosion sedimentation control plan completed if you choose to build a building on the property. Also a portion is available for rent. MLS#10-320 REDUCED TO $199,000 Maribeth Jones 570-696-6565

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REDUCED 414 Front St. Move right into this modern office building featuring 4 offices, receptionist office, large conference room, modern kitchen, storage room, full basement, central air, handicap access. 2 car garage and 5 additional off street parking spaces. This property is also available for lease. Lease price is $675/mo + $675 security deposit. Tenant pays all utilities. Sells for $85,900 Call John Polifka 570-704-6846 5 Mountains Realty 42 N. Main St. Shickshinny, PA 570-542-2141

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Income & Commercial Properties

PITTSTON

Duplex. Aluminum siding, oil heat, semi - modern kitchens, long term tenant. On a spacious 50’ x 150’ lot. Motivated Seller. REDUCED. $33,260 Anne Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

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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 WILKES-BARRE

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

WYOMING PRICE REDUCED!

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

912 Lots & Acreage 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 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

BEAR CREEK

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

DALLAS

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

MOOSIC

BUILDING LOT 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

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

1/2 acre, 100 ft frontage, all utilities including gas. $42,900 Call 570-417-4177 Ready for construction.

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NEWPORT TOWNSHIP 1 mile south of L.C.C.C. 2 lots available. 100’ frontage x 228’ deep. Modular home with basement accepted. Each lot $17,500. Call 570-714-1296

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$129,900 SPECTACULAR WATER VIEW! 2 acres overlooking Huntsville Reservoir. Building site cleared but much of woodlands preserved. Perc & site prep done. Call Christine Kutz 570-332-8832

DALLAS AREA

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

912 Lots & Acreage

PITTSTON TWP.

Beautiful lot in Pocono Ridge Estate. 1.14 acres with a view! MLS 12-1313 $48,500 Call Kevin Sobilo 570-817-0706

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

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PITTSTON

Prime Location on Route 315 – Great visibility, 1.25 acres with 300’ of road frontage. LAND LEASE Call for details MLS 113571 Rhea Simms 570-696-6677

FARM LIQUIDATION!

5 Acres $19,900 10 Acres $29,900 23 Acres - Mini Farm - $189,900 Gorgeous views, woods, streams! 2 1/2 hours NY City! Call (888) 793-7762

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

930 Wanted to Buy Real Estate

LOOKING TO BUY 3-4 bedroom home

with 2 bath. Back Mountain and surrounding areas preferred. Owner financing for 1 year if possible. Mortgage payment >$700. 570-696-5213

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Apartments/ Furnished

WILKES-BARRE

FULLY FURNISHED 1 BEDROOM APARTMENT

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

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Apartments/ Unfurnished

WILKES-BARRE

Duplex first and second floor for rent. Kitchen, bedroom, living room and bath in each apartment. Included is refrigerator and stove in each apartment. First floor tenant has use of washer and dryer. Off-street parking. Heat, water and sewer included in rent. Tenant responsible for electric only. Applicant to provide proof on income and responsible for cost of credit check. First floor rent is $600 per month, second floor rent is $575 per month. Louise Laine 283-9100 x20

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ASHLEY

2nd floor, 1 bedroom, living room, dining room, off-street parking, yard. Washer / dryer hookup. Gas heat included. $550. Call 570-991-1883

ASHLEY 74 W. Hartford St

1 bedroom + computer room. 2nd floor. Fridge, stove, washer/dryer included. Wall to wall carpet. No pets. Security, lease, application fee. $525/month plus utilities. 570-472-9494

DALLAS

For Lease. 3 level luxurious townhouse next to pool. Call (570)592-7190 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

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Apartments/ Unfurnished

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

EDWARDSVILLE Small 2 bedroom,

water included $500/mo.+ security.

PITTSON

Small 1 bedroom, all included, no electric $500/mo. + security. 570-406-1061

EXETER First floor,

1 bedroom. Freshly painted, washer/dryer hook-up. $395/ month + utilities. Security required. NO PETS. 570-477-6018 leave message.

FORTY FORT 1B A EDROOM

PTS

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

FORTY FORT 149 River Street.

Modern 2 bedroom. 1 bathroom, 1st floor, off street parking, laundry, $650 per month + security. Utilities included. Available now. NO PETS Call 570-472-1414

FORTY FORT

2nd floor, 4 rooms, wall to wall carpet, heat, public water, sewer & recycling fees included. Tile bathroom with shower. Attic & yard. Stove & fridge furnished. Washer / dryer hookup. Good location, off street parking, No pets. 1 year lease & security, $650. Call 570-655-0530

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Apartments/ Unfurnished

KINGSTON

Beautiful 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, modern kitchen with appliances, large dining & living rooms, central air, decks, ample parking. No pets. $595 per month.

570-696-1866

KINGSTON

CLEAN 2 bedroom, 2nd floor apartment Available in MAY. All appliances included, $550/month + utilities. (NOT water & sewer) NO pets, smoking or section 8. Lease, security+ last months rent. Background check. Call 570-852-0252 KINGSTON

EATON TERRACE

317 N. Maple Ave. Large Two story, 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath, Central Heat & Air, washer/dryer in unit, parking. $840 + utilities & 1 month security 570-262-6947

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 PARK PLACE

Beautiful area. 2nd floor 4 room. Kitchen with washer/dryer, stove, and refrigerator. Heat, water, and electric included. $760 a month. Call Jim: 570-288-3375 KINGSTON Two 1 bedroom & 2 bedroom two apartments available in a renovated building with OSP. Great location within walking distance to shopping & restaurants. 1 year lease, 1st month rent, credit check & security required. No pets. Utilities by tenant. 1 bedroom $550/month, 2 bedroom $650/month. Call Nicole 570-474-6307 or 570-715-7757

FORTY FORT

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First Floor, Renovated, Compact, 1 Bedrooms, Gas Fireplaces, new wall to wall, Appliances, Decks. EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATION/ APPLICATION, 2 YEAR SAME RENTS STARTING AT $500 + Utilities. NO PETS OR SMOKING

SMITH HOURIGAN GROUP

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

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Apartments/ Unfurnished

NANTICOKE 1st floor. 1 bed-

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

NANTICOKE

314 Prospect St. Convenient 1st floor, 1 bedroom, nonsmoker, large closets. Freshly painted & new carpeting. New ceiling fans, new modern kitchen & tile bath. New windows. Heat & hot water included. Washer/dryer hook up, stove & refrigerator provided. No pets. $595. 570-287-4700

NANTICOKE Great 1st floor

1 bedroom apartment, heat included, with a detached garage in a great location. Hardwood floors & appliances included. Shared washer / dryer. Large yard. $750 + electric, security & references. Call 570-371-3271

NANTICOKE Honeypot Section

2nd floor, 3 room apartment. Nice neighborhood. $400 + utilities & security. No pets. Call 570-885-6878

NANTICOKE Spacious 1 bed-

room 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

NANTICOKE

Very clean, nice, 2 bedroom. Water, sewer, stove, fridge, Garbage collection fee included. Washer/dryer availability. Large rooms. Security, $565/mo. 570-542-5610

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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GLEN LYON 1/2 DOUBLE 2 bedroom, washer,

dryer, stove & refrigerator included. $350 per month. Sewage & Trash included. No pets. Muench Clifford@yahoo.com 570-735-2207

HANOVER TWP Brand new, 3 bed-

rooms, 1 bathroom, 2nd floor, Washer, dryer, stove & refrigerator. Off street parking. Water, garbage & sewer included. $700 plus electric. Deposit, security and references. MUST SEE! Call 570-417-5977

HANOVER TWP.

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

HANOVER TWP.

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

HARDING

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

KINGSTON 399 -401 Elm Ave.

Newly remodeled apartments. 1st floor, 3 bedroom, $850 + utilities. 2nd floor, (2) 2 bedroom $600 + utilities. NO PETS, No section 8 housing. References and security required. 570-301-2785

LUZERNE

Housing for

Extremely Low & Very Low Income

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

MINERS MILLS Cozy 1 bedroom,

3rd floor apartment. Heat, hot water, stove & fridge included. $430 / month. Call 570-472-3681

MOUNTAIN TOP

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

MOUNTAIN TOP WOODBRYN 1 & 2 Bedroom.

No pets. Rents based on income start at $405 & $440. Handicap Accessible. Equal Housing Opportunity. 570-474-5010 TTY711 This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Immediate Openings!

PARSONS SECTION 46 Govier St. 2nd floor, 2 bedroom, W/D hookup, fridge & stove. Off street parking water included. freshly painted $490/mo + utilities, lease & security No pets. 570-328-1875

PITTSTON

1st floor, 2 bedrooms. All appliances included. All utilities paid; electricity by tenant. Everything brand new. Off street parking. $750 + security & references. Call 570-969-9268

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Apartments/ Unfurnished

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

PLAINS Newly remodeled, 2

bedroom. Living room, dining room, eat in kitchen, stove w/d hookup. Heat, water, sewer included. No smoking or pets. $625/month, security and references. 570-905-0186

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WEST PITTSTON

- Boston Ave. Spacious, private 2 bedroom apartment on 2nd floor. Refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, washer, dryer, off street parking, air conditioning & gas heat + storage space. Water & Sewer included in rent. No pets, no smoking. $525/month + security. 570-417-2775 or 570-954-1746 West Pittston, Pa. GARDEN VILLAGE APARTMENTS 221 Fremont St. Housing for the elderly & mobility impaired; all utilities included. Federally subsidized program. Extremely low income persons encouraged to apply. Income less than $12,400. 570-655-6555, 8 am-4 pm, Monday-Friday. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE

WEST WYOMING

425 West 8th Street New 1st floor, 2 bedroom with off street parking, washer/dryer hook up, stove. No pets. $550/mo + security. Sewer & garbage included, other utilities by tenant. 570-760-0458

WEST WYOMING

932 Shoemaker Ave. 1 bedroom, 1st floor, carpet, private drive. Gas heat, fridge, stove, w/d hookup. $425 plus utilities. No pets. 570-693-4226

WEST WYOMING

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

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

Call TODAY For AVAILABILITY!! www.mayflower crossing.com Certain Restrictions Apply*

WILKES-BARRE

72 W. River St.

PITTSTON

2 or 3 bedroom, 1st floor, full kitchen. Heat included, no pets. $650 + 1 month security. Call 570-451-1038 PITTSTON 2nd floor, 2 bedroom apartment with private porch. Includes heat, water, sewer, trash, fridge, range & washer/dryer hookup. $575 month plus security deposit. Call Bernie 888-244-2714 Rothstein Realtors 570-288-7594

PITTSTON

2nd floor, 2 bedrooms, living room, eat in kitchen. Stove fridge, washer & dryer included. Carpeted & newly painted. Off street parking for 1 car. No smoking. No pets. $575 + utilities, security & 1st month 570-696-1485 Leave Message

Apartments/ Unfurnished

WILKES-BARRE APARTMENTS FOR RENT!

425 S. FRANKLIN ST. For lease. Available immediately, washer/dryer on premises, no pets. We have studio & 1 bedroom apartments. On site parking. Fridge & stove provided. 24/7 security camera presence and all doors electronically locked. Studio - $450. 1 bedroom - $550. Water & sewer paid. One month security de-posit. Call 570-793-6377 or 570-208-9301 after 9:00 a.m. to schedule an appointment. Or email shlomo_voola @yahoo.com wilkesliving.com

WILKES-BARRE First floor, 4 nice, clean small cozy rooms in a duplex house. Private entrance. Small enclosed yard. Close to Center City. Bus at corner. Water & Sewer included. Lease. $450/monthly + heat & electric. 570-650-3803

WILKES-BARRE

LAFAYETTE GARDENS ! S AVE MONEY THIS YEAR

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

WILKES-BARRE LODGE Formerly The Travel Lodge 497 Kidder St., Wilkes-Barre Rooms Starting at: Daily $44.99 + tax Weekly $189.99 + tax Microwave, Refrigerator, WiFi, HBO 570-823-8881 www.Wilkes BarreLodge.com

WILKES-BARRE

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

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WILKES-BARRE Newly renovated

2 bedroom. New kitchen, appliances, floor coverings & washer/dryer. $650 + utilities. Nice neighborhood. References, credit & background check. Smoke free 570-881-0320

WILKES-BARRE SOUTH

1 bedroom, 1st floor. Modern kitchen & bath. Wall to wall carpet, Stove, Fridge, Washer, Dryer. Heat included. $535 + security. 570-718-0331

WILKES-BARRE SOUTH SECURE BUILDINGS 1 & 2 bedroom

apartments. Starting at $440 and up. References required. Section 8 ok. 570-357-0712

WILKES-BARRE

SOUTH WELLES ST. 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

PITTSTON

2 bedrooms, 1st floor. Stove, fridge, w/d hookup provided. $550/mo., includes sewer & refuse. Utilities by tenant. NO PETS Call Charlie 570-829-1578

941

Spacious 1st floor, 1 bedroom in an Historic Colonial house. Next to Barre Hall on Wilkes Campus. Hardwood floors. Washer & dryer inside unit. $650 plus security. 570-991-1619

WILKES-BARRE

155 W. River St. 1 bedroom, some appliances included, all utilities included except electric, hardwood floors, Pet friendly. $600. 570-969-9268

WILKES-BARRE 2 bedrooms,

includes heat and hot water, tenant pay electric. A/C unit. 1 year lease, $700/per month, Security deposit. Call Jean 570-825-3360 646-391-4638

WILKES-BARRE 3 Apartments avail-

able. $400-800 per month plus security. 2 bedrooms, offstreet parking, no pets, newly renovated. No Section 8. Call 917-971-5991 or 917-373-1828

WYOMING 1 bedroom 2nd floor

at $595/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

1 bedroom, 2nd floor, off-street parking. Stove, fridge, washer, dryer included. Utilities by tenant. $425 + Lease andsecurity. Non smoking. No pets. Call 570-693-1582 9am - 8pm

WYOMING Updated 1 bedroom.

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

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Commercial Properties

DOLPHIN PLAZA

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

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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 COMMERCIAL SPACE

1,250 sf. Excellent for shipping & receiving. Private powder room. Loading dock. Separate over head and entrance doors. Gas Heat. Easy Access. $450 + security & references. 570-706-5628

OFFICE SPACE PLAINS

950

Half Doubles

HARVEYS LAKE

3 bedroom, 1 bath, eat-in kitchen, washer/dryer hookup, off street parking. $700 + utilities.

570-606-7917 leave message

KINGSTON

Newly remodeled, 3 bedroom 1/2 double with carpet, paint, 1.5 bath, washer/ dryer hook up, gas heat, $675 + utilities. Call 570-814-0843

KINGSTON Penn St.

1/2 Double, 2 bedroom. Newly remodeled. Gas Heat. Washer & dryer hookup, yard, parking. Section 8 Not Approved. No pets. $550 + utilities. 570-714-1530

NANTICOKE HALF DOUBLE bedrooms, Gas

3 heat. Sewer & garbage included $575 month, + utilities, Call 570-740-7016

PITTSTON TWP

MAINTENANCE FREE!

2 Large Bedrooms. Off-Street Parking No Smoking. $600+utilities, security, last month. 570-885-4206

PLAINS

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

WEST PITTSTON

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

PITTSTON COOPERS CO-OP

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

3 bedrooms, eat in kitchen, hardwood floors, natural woodwork, garage. Walking distance to churches and schools. Non smoking, no pets. Call 570-655-2195

WILKES-BARRE

Parsons Section 3 bedroom. Off street parking. Pets welcome. $550/mo. Credit / Criminal check required. Call 570-266-5336 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

953 Houses for Rent 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

DALLAS

FOR SALE OR RENT Single home in gated retirement village. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garage. Granite countertops, hardwood floors, gas fireplace, appliances included. Quiet 55 plus community. No Pets. One year lease. $1675/mo + utilities & security. Monthly maintenance fee included. 570-592-3023 DALLAS

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

WEST PITTSTON

OFFICE SPACE

Containing Six separate offices, 1 large meeting room. Segregated bathrooms. Kitchenette. Total recent renovation. Great location. Lot parking in rear. $3,500 monthly. Call 570-299-5471

WILKES-BARRE 1,500 sq. ft. Multiuse for $295/ month. Easy access to I-81. 570-829-0897 or 570-822-1139

950

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 HANOVER TWP Modern 3 bedroom. 1 1/2 bath. Driveway. Gas heat. Lease. No pets. No smoking. $725 + utilities. Call Ann Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

Half Doubles

FORTY FORT

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

HANOVER TOWNSHIP

1 Regina St 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bath. All appliances included. New carpet. Large kitchen & living room. $875 + utilities. Security deposit + background check. Call 570-765-4474

HANOVER TWP.

3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, gas heat, refurbished, $600 per month plus 1 month security, utilities not included. references & credit check. 1 year lease. 570-825-4302 Leave message

(570) 288-6654

HARVEYS LAKE

2 small bedrooms, All appliances. New wall to wall. Security & first month’s rent. NO PETS. 570-762-6792

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

570-288-6654

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953 Houses for Rent

NANTICOKE

3 bedroom, 2 story with private drive. Tenant pays utilities. 1 year lease and security deposit required. $650/month Call Tony Desiderio @ 570-474-6307 or 570-715-7734 Century 21 Smith Hourigan Group

NANTICOKE Desirable

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

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NANTICOKE

Single Cape Cod 6 room, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, carpeting, washer provided, off-street parking, no pets, $650/month, plus utilities + security deposit. Call 570-788-6265

PITTSTON

Newly remodeled single family Ranch home. Excellent condition with 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths. Hardwood floors, granite counter tops, central air, garage, driveway, full basement. No pets or smoking. Garbage & maintenance included. Utilities not included. $1000/mo. Contact Pat 570-237-0425

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953 Houses for Rent

WILKES-BARRE

Single family, 3 bedroom, washer/dryer on premises. $875/month, + utilities & security. 570-814-7562

WILKES-BARRE

Single house, 3 rooms with 1 bath. 1 bedroom, utilities are not included, $375/per month, references & security, by appointment only. 570-825-5384

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WILKES-BARRE Safe

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

WYOMING Two Story single

home,2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, washer & dryer hook-up. $675 per month plus utilities. References and background/credit check. Call 570540-3632 Leave message.

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A/C & Refrigeration Services

STRISH A/C Ductless / Central

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

Building & Remodeling

State Lic. # PA057320

570-606-8438 ALL OLDER HOMES SPECIALIST 825-4268. Remodel / Repair Masonry, stucco, & concrete DAVE JOHNSON Expert Bathroom & Room Remodeling, Carpentry & Whole House Renovations. Licensed &Insured

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NICHOLS CONSTRUCTION

All Types Of Work New or Remodeling Licensed & Insured Free Estimates 570-406-6044 NORTHEAST CONTRACTING GROUP Decks, Sunrooms, Additions, Windows, Kitchens & Baths. Concrete Driveways, Walkways & Patios 570-338-2269

Shedlarski Construction

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

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Cars in Color

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HARVEYS LAKE

Available May 1 2 bedroom mobile home. Newly remodeled. All new carpet, flooring & appliances, including washer & dryer. $575 + utilities & security deposit. Call 484-571-8356

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962

Rooms

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

962

Rooms

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

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

965

Roommate Wanted

MOUNTAIN TOP

965

Roommate Wanted

971 Vacation & Resort Properties

ROOMMATE WANTED - Wilkes-Barre. $275 + 1/2 utilities. 570-262-5202

VACATION RENTAL Brant Beach - LBI, NJ 4 bedrooms; 2 baths, sleeps 10. 1 block to the beach, ½ block to the bay. Front porch, rear deck, all the conveniences of home. Many weeks still available. $1000$1950. Call Darren 570-825-2468

WILKES-BARRE

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

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971 Vacation & Resort Properties

974 Wanted to Rent Real Estate

HARVEYS LAKE

WILKES-BARRE

Furnished Summer Home. Weekly and/ or Monthly. Starting June to end of August. Washer & dryer. Free boat slips. Call for more details. 570-639-5041

& Surrounding Areas Seeking a Ranch Home. 3+ bedrooms. 1 1/2 baths or more. Call Jean 570-829-3477 ext. 152

Professional Services Directory 1042

Chimney Service

CAVUTO CHIMNEY SERVICE

& Gutter Cleaning Free Estimates Insured 570-709-2479

CHIMNEY REPAIRS Parging. Stucco.

Stainless Liners. Cleanings. Custom Sheet Metal Shop. 570-383-0644 1-800-943-1515 Call Now!

COZY HEARTH CHIMNEY

ALL CHIMNEY REPAIR Chimney Cleaning, Rebuilding, Repair, Stainless Steel Lining, Parging, Stucco, Caps, Etc. Free Estimates Licensed & Insured 1-888-680-7990 570-840-0873

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Cleaning & Maintainence

HOUSE CLEANING We would love to

clean your home. We clean around your schedule. We clean weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly. We also do one time cleaning. Call Eddie 570-677-0344 or online at www. empresacleaning. com

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Fencing & Decks

ACTION FENCE SPRING SALE: Discounts on wood, vinyl, chain link, aluminum and more! Call today for a FREE ESTIMATE! 1-888-FENCE-80

DECK BUILDERS Of Northeast

MASONRY

Contracting Group. we build any type, size and design, staining & powerwashing. If the deck of your choice is not completed within 5 days, your deck is free! 570-338-2269

All Phases Licensed & Insured No job too small. Free Estimates.

1105 Floor Covering Installation

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Concrete & Masonry DEMPSKI

Senior Citizens Discount!

dishwasher, washer /dryer hookup, off-street parking, $675/month, plus utilities, & security deposit. Section 8 Welcome Call 570-885-5539

959 Mobile Homes

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

PLYMOUTH 3 bedrooms, 1 bath,

WILKES-BARRE Duplex RENTAL first & second floor for rent. Kitchen, bedroom, living room & bath in each apartment. Included is refrigerator & stove in each apartment. First floor tenant has use of washer & dryer. Off-street parking. Heat, water & sewer included in the rent. Tenant responsible for electric only. Applicant to provide proof of income and responsible for cost of credit check. 1st floor rent is $600 per month, 2nd floor is $575 per month. Louise Laine 283-9100 x20

WILKES-BARRE ELEGANT

1st. Quality Construction Co.

3 1.5 baths. Gas heat. Carpeted. Off street parking. $800 + utilities & security. Call 570-430-7901

WAPWALLOPEN Spacious 4 Bedroom, 2 Full Bath ranch on 10 acres in the Crestwood School District! Quiet and private yard with an onground pool. Full unfinished basement with one car garage. $1200 per month. Please call Mary for more information. 570-472-1395

WILKES-BARRE

118 Sambourne St. 3 bedroom, kitchen, living room, dining room, basement $500/month + utilities, references & security. No pets. Call 570-824-4899 or 570-239-4340

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PLYMOUTH bedroom,

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

953 Houses for Rent

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570-824-0130

DempskiMasonry.com

B.P. Home Repairs 570-825-4268 Brick, Block, Concrete, Sidewalks, Chimneys, Stucco. New Installation & Repairs COVERT & SONS CONCRETE CO. All types of concrete & foundation work. Specials & discounts for Veterans & Sr . Citizens. Give us a call we will beat any written estimate by 10% or more. 570-696-3488 or 570-239-2780

D. Pugh Concrete

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

Williams & Franks Inc

Masonry - Concrete Brick-Stonework. Chimneys-Stucco” “NO JOB TOO SMALL” “Damage repair specialist” 570-466-2916 WYOMING VALLEY MASONRY Concrete, stucco, foundations,pavers, retaining wall systems, dryvit, flagstone, brick work. Senior Citizen Discount.570-287-4144 or 570-760-0551

1057Construction & Building

GARAGE DOOR

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

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Dry Wall

MIRRA DRYWALL

Hanging & Finishing Textured Ceilings Licensed & Insured Free Estimates

570-675-3378

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ETERNITY FLOORING

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

1129 Gutter Repair & Cleaning

GUTTER CLEANING

Window Cleaning Pressure washing Insured 570-288-6794

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Handyman Services

All Your Home Repair Needs No Job Too Small Licensed & Insured Free Estimates Russell’s Property Maintenance 570-406-3339

DOPainting, IT ALL HANDYMAN drywall,

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

Mark’s Handyman Service

Give us a call

We do it all! Licensed &Insured

570-578-8599

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Hauling & Trucking

AA1AAlways C L E Ahauling, NING

cleaning attics, cellar, garage, one piece or whole Estate, also available 10 & 20 yard dumpsters.655-0695 592-1813or287-8302 AAA CLEANING A1 GENERAL HAULING Cleaning attics, cellars, garages. Demolitions, Roofing & Tree Removal. Free Est. 779-0918 or 542-5821; 814-8299 A.S.A.P Hauling Estate Cleanouts, Attics, Cellars, Garages, we’re cheaper than dumpsters!. Free Estimates, Same Day! 570-822-4582

Electrical

GRULA ELECTRIC LLC

Licensed, Insured, No job too small.

570-829-4077

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

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Excavating

All Types Of Excavating, Demolition & Concrete Work. Large & Small Jobs FREE ESTIMATES (570) 760-1497

AFFORDABLE Junk removal cleanups, cleanouts, Large or small jobs. Fast free estimates. (570) 814-4631

CASTAWAY HAULING JUNK REMOVAL

823-3788 / 817-0395

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Hauling & Trucking

ALL KINDS OF HAULING & JUNK REMOVAL SPRING CLEAN UP!

TREE/SHRUB REMOVAL REMOVAL DEMOLITION Estate Cleanout Free Estimates 24 HOUR SERVICE SMALL AND LARGE JOBS! 570-823-1811 570-239-0484 ALWAYS READY HAULING Moving, Deliveries, Property & Estate Cleanups, Attics, Cellars, Yards, Garages, Construction Sites, Flood Damage & More. CHEAPER THAN A DUMPSTER!! SAME DAY SERVICE Free Estimates 570-301-3754

Mike’s $5-Up

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

826-1883 793-8057 1156

Insurance

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

www nepalong termcare.com 1162 Landscaping/ Garden ARE YOU TIRED OF BEING RAKED? Specializing In Trimming and Shaping of Bushes, Shrubs, Trees. Also, Bed Cleanup, Edging, Mulch and Stone. Call Joe. 570-823-8465 Meticulous and Affordable. F ree E stimates BITTO LANDSCAPING & LAWN SERVICE 26 years experience, landscape designs, retaining walls, pavers, patios, decks, walkways, ponds, lighting, seeding, mulch, etc Free Estimates. 570-288-5177

Brizzy’s

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

1162 Landscaping/ Garden

JAY’S LAWN SERVICE Spring clean-ups,

mowing, mulching and more! Free Estimates 570-574-3406 PATRICK & DEB’S LANDSCAPING Landscaping, basic handy man, house cleaning,painting, moving & free salvage pick up. AVAILABLE FOR SPRING CLEAN UPS! Call 570-793-4773 TOUGH BRUSH, mowing, edging, mulching, trimming shrubs, hedges, trees, lawn care, leaf removal, Spring clean up. Accepting new customers & applications this season. Weekly & bi-weekly lawn care. Fully Insured. Free Estimates 570-829-3261 TREE REMOVAL Stump grinding, Hazard tree removal, Grading, Drainage, Lot clearing, Stone/ Soil delivery. Insured. Reasonable Rates 570-574-1862

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Lawn Care

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

LOW COST LAWN CARE SERVICE

Specializing in grass cutting rates start at $20 Free Estimates 570-706-5035 RAINERI’S LAWN CARE & SHRUBS Lawns Trimmed & Edged, Hedges Cut, Mulch & More Free Estimates 570-825-2779 570-954-2302 YARD CLEAN UP Attics & Basements Complete clean ups Garden tilling Call for quotes 570-954-7699 or 570-926-9029

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Masonry

CONCRET E & MASONRY Brick, block, walks, drives, stucco, stone, chimneys and repairs.

570-283-5254

H O S CONSTRUCTION

Licensed - Insured Certified - Masonry Concrete - Roofing Quality Craftsmanship Guaranteed. Unbeatable Prices Senior Citizen Discounts Free Estimates 570-574-4618 or 570-709-3577

1189 Miscellaneous Service

VITO’S & GINO’S

Wanted:

Specializing in Grass Cutting, Trimming of Shrubs & Hedges, & Mulching Call for estimates 570-239-4011

GARDEN TILLING

288-8995

LANDSCAPING

call Stan at 570-574-3050

Movers

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

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Painting & Wallpaper

AMERICA PAINTING

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

David Wayne PAINTING Interior/Exterior QUALITY WORK AT A FAIR PRICE 570-762-6889

M. PARALIS PAINTING

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

Serra Painting Book Now For Spring & Save. All Work Guaranteed Satisfaction. 30 Yrs. Experience Powerwash & Paint Vinyl, Wood, Stucco Aluminum. Free Estimates You Can’t Lose! 570-822-3943

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Paving & Excavating

GRASS CUTTING

Affordable, reliable, meticulous. Rates as low as $20. Emerald Green 570-825-4963

ALL JUNK CARS & TRUCKS Highest Prices Paid!!

CO$T U LE$$

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FREE PICKUP

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

570-474-6329 Lic.# PA021520 Mountain Top

PAVING & SEAL COATING Patching, Sealing, Residential/Comm Licensed & Insured PA013253 570-868-8375

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Roofing & Siding

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

J.R.V. ROOFING

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

Jim Harden

570-288-6709

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

SPRING ROOFING

McManus Construction Licensed, Insured. Everyday Low Prices. 3,000 satisfied customers. 570-735-0846

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Tree Care

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

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