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Area couple symbolize service The Shavertown couple reMichael and Kathleen Hirthler ceived the highest service award receive The Luzerne from The Luzerne Foundation at Foundation’s highest award. its annual meeting Wednesday

night at the F. M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts. By JERRY LYNOTT The Hirthlers were honored jlynott@timesleader.com with the Mary Bevevino CommuWILKES-BARRE – By follow- nity Service Award for their coning the lead of others, Michael tributions to the community. “We always just try to keep up, and Kathleen Hirthler became basically, with the people we releaders themselves.

spect and admire,” said Michael. “And we see that it just so happens the people we respect and admire the most seem to do the most.” The husband and wife have busy careers yet volunteer their time and expertise to projects important to them. Kathleen who holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree is an assistant professor at Wilkes Uni-

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versity in the school’s Doctor of Nursing Practice program. She is involved with the Volunteers in Medicine program, mentors community health projects developed by students in The Commonwealth Medical College

VICTORIOUS OPENING DAY

EDWARDSVILLE – One person was killed and another injured in shootings just after 8 p.m. Wednesday in Edwardsville. Acting Luzerne County Coroner William Lisman removed the dead victim’s body from behind Building 6 of the Eagle Ridge Apartments on Lawrence Street at 11:05 p.m. Lisman said an autopsy would be done on the victim at 9 a.m. today at Wilkes-Barre

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harlie Hillard of Edwardsville, right, high-fives league organizer Fred DeSanto as Hillard is introduced Wednesday night during the opening-day ceremony of the Victory Baseball league in Pittston Township. Victory Baseball is for individuals with mental and physical disabilities. For the story, see 6A.

County agency destined for name change

Negativity of the word ‘retardation’ prompts new moniker for counties’ MH/MR. By JENNIFER LEARN-ANDES jandes@timesleader.com

The word “retardation” is prompting Luzerne County officialstochangethenameanagency had for decades. “There is so much negativity associated with that term. People

werebulliedandmadefunofusing that kind of term,” said county interim Human Services Director Mary Dysleski. The Mental Health/Mental Retardation division covering Luzerne and Wyoming counties will become the Luzerne-Wyoming Counties Mental Health and Developmental Services office. “We’re hoping this has a more positive connotation for our consumers,” she said. The momentum began in Octo-

ber 2010, when President Barack Obama signed Rosa’s Law requiring all federal statutes to use the term “intellectual disabilities” instead of mental retardation. The law was named for a Maryland girl with Down syndrome. Gov. Tom Corbett followed suit in November with a law amending the MH/MR Act of 1996, renaming it the MH and ID Act. The MH/MR Program Administrators Association of Pennsylvania switched to the Pennsylvania

Association of County Administrators of Mental Health and Developmental Services in January. A local county advisory board accepted the name change recommended by a committee in April, Dysleski said. Local clients and advocacy groups have pushed for the name changeandarepleasedwiththeselection, she said. Dysleski said the term “intellec-

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Buzz on java: Drink to longer life Study of 400,000 people finds coffee drinkers a little more likely to live longer. By MARILYNN MARCHIONE AP Chief Medical Writer

Another person is wounded in incident in Edwardsville at Eagles Ridge Apartments. By JERRY LYNOTT jlynott@timesleader.com

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REDEEMER FOOTBALL COACH JOB OPENED Holy Redeemer officially opened its head football coach position Wednesday and the school hopes to quickly fill the vacancy. “I was told by the diocese today that we can open the position,” Holy ReOstrowski deemer athletic director J.P. Aquilina said. “We’ll be accepting applications until the 25th of May.” The Royals are in need of a head coach after Joseph Ostrowski was arrested last week of child pornography charges. Ostrowski, 28, coached just one season at Holy Redeemer, and the Royals went 0-10. PAGE 1B

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MILWAUKEE — One of life’s simple pleasures just got a little sweeter. After years of waffling research on coffee and health, even some fear that java might raise the risk of heart disease, a big study finds the opposite: Coffee drinkers are a little more likely to live longer.Regularordecafdoesn’tmatter. The study of 400,000 people is the largest ever done on the issue, and the results should reassure any coffee lovers who think it’s a guilty pleasure that may do harm.

“Our study suggests that’s really not the case,” said lead researcher Neal Freedman of the National Cancer Institute. “There may actually be a modest benefit of coffee drinking.” No one knows why. Coffee contains a thousand things that can affect health, from helpful antioxidants to tiny amounts of substances linked to cancer.Themostwidely studied ingredient — caffeine — didn’t play a role in the new study’s results. It’s not that earlier studies were wrong. There is evidence that cofFOTOLIA.COM PHOTO fee can raise LDL,

or bad cholesterol, and blood pressure at least short-term, and those in turn can raise the risk of heart disease. Even in the new study, it first seemed that coffee drinkers were

more likely to die at any given time. But they also tended to smoke, drink more alcohol, eat more red meat and exercise less than non-coffee-drinkers. Once researchers took those things into account, a clear pattern emerged: Each cup of coffee per day nudged up the chances of living longer. The study was done by the National Institutes of Health and AARP. The results are published in today’s New England Journal of Medicine. Before you have another … Careful, though See COFFEE, Page 12A

By MARK GUYDISH mguydish@timesleader.com

Area hospitals have seen modest improvement in their financial status, with Geisinger Wyoming Valleygettingthelargestamountinpatient revenues, according to new data from the Pennsylvania Health Care Cost Containment Council. The council, an independent state agency set up to collect, analyze and report information on health-care quality, releases its “Financial Analysis 2011, volume one” today. Volume one focuses on “General Acute Care” hospitals, while two future volumes will look at ambulatory surgery centers and non-general acute care facilities such as rehabilitation centers. Today’s report gives some statewide data followed by data for individualhospitalsbyregion.Thecouncil breaks the state into nine regions, with nine counties in Northeastern PennsylvaniamakingupRegionSix. Luzerne County anchors the southwest corner of the region. Some highlights for hospitals in Luzerne and Lackawanna counties: • For most local hospitals, the See HOSPITALS, Page 12A

GOVERNMENT INSURANCE AT AREA HOSPITALS At area hospitals, Medicare and Medical Assistance payments made up a larger share of patient revenue in 2011 than the regional average, according to the Pennsylvania Health Care Cost Containment Council. Marian Community hs been closed and CMC has become part of Geisinger. Medicare Mid-Valley Mercy Scranton W-B General Marian Hazleton Gen. Moses Taylor Region avg Geisinger WV CMC

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Proposed $17.9M plan OK’d at NW

Budget for 2012-13 would have a 0.2207 mill increase in taxes. Officials say changes still expected. By TOM HUNTINGTON Times Leader Correspondent

UNION TWP. – The Northwest Area School Board voted 6-1 Wednesday night to approve what the board called a proposed budget of $17.9 million for 2012-13. The plan calls for a real estate tax increase of 0.2207 mills, which equates out to $20.82 more per property owner, said Al Melone Jr., financial consultant. But, he said, it’s not the final budget. The proposed plan is $511,314 more than the $17,356.963 of 2011-12. “This is just the semi-final,” Melone said after presenting a detailed outline on the proposed spending plan. The final has to be balanced, enacted and forwarded to the state Department of Education by June 30. “Things could change drastically by June,” said Board President Randy Tomasacci, who cast the lone no vote.

Members Alton Farver, Gina Schwartz, Al Gordon, Michael Kreidler, Ralph Killian and Gerald Conger voted in favor of the budget. Daryl Morgan and Peter Lanza were absent. Melone and Tomasacci said they are counting on increases in state revenue and the acceptance of a new pact with bus contractors, which calls for adjustments in fuel allotments, to produce approximately $328,000 that will help to reduce the tax hike. The school board unanimously approved the transportation contract Wednesday, a five-year agreement with six bus companies that stipulates allotment changes and the district getting bids for and purchasing all fuel for student buses. But as far as the overall picture is concerned, “we’ll know our full needs better in June,” Melone said. He said the district is proposing to spend $11 million in salary and benefits for the educational staff and more than $6 million for supplies and other professional services. Local taxes are expected to produce just more than $6.1 million while the major portion in revenue, from the

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The Northwest Area School Board is scheduled to meet June 20 at 7 p.m.

New ordinance brings township into compliance with state regulation.

state, is projected at more than $11.4 million. Another $370,214 is anticipated from the federal government. There still remains the matter of negotiations with the Northwest Area Education Association. Tomasacci said an executive session before the regular meeting included talks with NAEA leaders. While Tomasacci wouldn’t discuss any particulars, he said the union and board have agreed to two more meetings in June and one in July. The board also approved the hiring of assistant coaches for fall and winter sports and extended an existing cooperative agreement with the Lake-Lehman School District on girls and boys soccer. It added three support staff substitutes: Susan Price, secretary/cleaner; Lesa Kay Harrison, cafeteria/cleaner and Amy Arnott, teacher’s aide. It accepted a retirement letter, effective July 12, from Mary Jean Bau.

By STEVEN FONDO Times Leader Correspondent

JENKINS TWP. -- Council on Wednesday approved an ordinance setting forth uniform requirements for township contributors into Wyoming Valley Sanitary Authority’s wastewater collection system. The new ordinance replaced existing law that was established in 1991 and brings local municipalities into compliance with state regulation. Council also agreed to appoint an engineer to prepare specifications for the expansion of the township’s existing salt shed as well as specifications for a trash compactor pad at the recycling center. In other business, council agreed to authorize NorthEast Cartage and Recycling to order and deliver the township’s new trash compactor per the Recycling contract originally passed in November 2011.

RFK Jr.’s estranged wife found dead City is still seeking $20M

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. filed for divorce in 2010. Wife Mary had fought drug, alcohol problems. By JIM FITZGERALD Associated Press

BEDFORD, N.Y. — Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s estranged wife, Mary Kennedy, who had fought drug and alcohol problems, was found dead in her home Wednesday. Attorney Kerry Lawrence, who had represented her in a drunkendriving case, said he didn’t know the cause of her death at age 52. Police confirmed a body was found on Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s property in Bedford, north of New YorkCity,butwouldn’treleasethe dead person’s name. The former Mary Richardson

Nanticoke rejects 3 bridge bids

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and his wife, Mary, arrive during funeral services for U.S. Senator Edward Kennedy in 2009.

married Robert Kennedy Jr., a prominent environmental lawyer and the son of Sen. Robert F. Kennedy and nephew of President John F. Kennedy, in1994. The couple had four children, the youngest born in July 2001.

Her family cited her devotion to her children in remembering her. “We deeply regret the death of our beloved sister Mary, whose radiant and creative spirit will be sorely missed by those who loved her,” the family said in a statement issued by Lawrence. “Our heart goes out to her children who she loved without reservation.” Mary Kennedy had had trouble with drugs and alcohol and had two high-profile arrests around the time her husband filed for divorce in July 2010. She was charged that August with driving under the influence of drugs, not long after she pleaded guilty to drunken driving when police reported seeing her car hit a curb outside a school near her home. Police said she had a bloodalcohol level of 0.11percent.

Ronald G. Rabuck May 16, 2012 G. Rabuck Sr., 80, of SecR onald ond Street, passed away

By SUSAN BETTINGER Times Leader Correspondent

NANTICOKE – Council passed a motion Wednesday night not to award a contract based on any of the three submitted bids for the pedestrian bridge project. The pedestrian bridge was to be constructed from the side of the municipal building leading to the outside area. The lowest of the bids WHAT’S NEXT was from MultisThe next city council cape in meeting will be held June 6 at 7 p.m. in the the municipal building. amount of $78,886. Council President Steve Duda said that at a time when Nanticoke “is looking to cut costs, it is not advantageous for the city to accept any of the bids.” He continued that, “even $78,000 is too high” and that it “didn’t serve in the best interest of the city.” Council also passed a resolution authorizing the city to enter into a tax collection agreement with the Greater Nanticoke Area School District. City Administrator Holly Cirko said the city “never had a written agreement” and it is “more comfortable to have a formal agreement” on record. In other business, the reconstruction of Main and Market streets is in the preliminary planning stage, and the city will have to meet with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation to make sure plans comply with state rules and regulations. On June 3, the Honey Pot Volunteer Fire Department will host an all-you-can-eat breakfast from 7 a.m. to noon.

Wednesday, May16, 2012, in WilkesBarre General Hospital. He was born on November 15, 1931 in Leck Kill, son of the late Edna Geist. On May 10, 1955, he married the former Edith R. Rabuck, who preceded him in death on December 6, 2006. Mr. Rabuck attended Sunbury schools. Soon after, he began working with the Pennsylvania Railroad and retired after 42 years as a conductor. While employed with the railroad, Ronald joined the U.S. Navy and proudly served upon the USS Oak Hill during the Korean War from February of 1951 until February of 1955. He was also hand selected with a group of others to prepare an isolated island in the Pacific in preparation for testing of the Hydrogen Bomb. Mr. Rabuck was a member of the Free and Accepted Masons Sunbury Lodge 22 and of the Bloomsburg Consistory. His memberships include the National Rifle Association, North American Hunting Club and the Northumberland/Point Township Gun Club. He had a great love for the outdoors with hobbies including, hunting and fishing, both locally and out of state; RVing; spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren and their camp; maintaining his large vegetable garden, flower garden and fruit trees. He is survived by two sons, and one daughter-in-law, Ronald Jr. and Vickie Rabuck of Shavertown, Craig All Rabuck of Liverpool, Pa.; daughter, Debra Maye Rabuck of Ashland; two grandchildren and their spouses, Tawnya and Thomas Hayslett of Elizabethtown, R. Ryan and Bobbie Rabuck of Phillips-

minimum for parking lease By BILL O’BOYLE boboyle@timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE – Desman Associates, the Chicago parking consulting firm retained by the city’s Parking Authority, provided its report regarding the Request for Qualifications, but it’s not clear if all of the firm’s recommendations were accepted. Drew McLaughlin, the city’s administrative coordinator, said the $20 million minimum bid requirement will remain unchanged and the city is confident that if bidders are interested, a competitive bid process could yield a significant upfront payment. “The RFQ is scheduled to be issued on Friday,” he said. “There will be some changes incorporated into the RFQ based on the conference call with Desman Associates (Wednesday).” McLaughlin declined to comment when asked if Desman recommended the $20 million requirement stay in the RFQ or if the firm felt it should be lowered. He said no specifics would be released “at this time until the RFQ has been finalized and released on Friday.” “There were recommendations on how to structure rates of parking over the course of the

lease,” he said. Mayor Tom Leighton thanked the Parking Authority, City Council and all others who worked on the project. “We will see what type of bidders and opportunities the RFQ responses may bring,” he said. The $20 million figure had been recommended by the consultants retained by the authority – Fox Rothschild, the Philadelphia law firm, and Goals Consulting, owned by former city administrator J.J. Murphy. Murphy’s brother, Patrick, is a partner in Fox Rothschild. The RFQ will be sent out to prospective bidders to gauge what interest there is in leasing the city’s 2,113 garage spaces, 160 surface lot spaces and 800 parking meters. Tom Torbik, the authority’s executive director, said Tuesday that upfront payments will be asked for a 30-year lease and for a 50-year lease. Whatever the upfront payment is, $8 million would come off the top to retire remaining indebtedness on the intermodal and other city garages. The consulting fees paid to Wohlstetter’s firm, Desman and J.J. Murphy’s Goals Consulting would also be reimbursed.

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Frances Shaup burg; three great-grandchildren, Connor Thomas and Kinsey Victoria Hayslett, Bennett Ryan Rabuck and his companion, Eileen T. Kovach, of Bloomsburg. Friends and family may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday in the Joseph W. Epler Funeral Home, 210 King St., Northumberland, where a Masonic Service will begin at 7:45 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Ronald’s church, the First English Baptist Church, 700 Millville Road, Bloomsburg, with the Rev. Lee E. Barnhardt officiating. Burial with Military Honors accorded by the American Legion Post 44, Northumberland, will be at the convenience of the family in Riverview Cemetery, Northumberland. Contributions in Ronald’s memory can be made to the American Cancer Society, 1111 Old Berwick Highway, Bloomsburg, PA 17815, or to the Disabled American Veterans, P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250. Mr. Rabuck’s family would like to sincerely thank the following individuals for their kind and generous care given to their father: Dr. Saidman, Priscilla, and all the staff of Medical Oncology Associates, the staff of Wilkes-Barre General Hospital CCU, and to Dr. Patrick Kilduff and his Internal Medical staff.

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rances (Colburn) Shaup, 64, of Old Forge, passed away at home Wednesday afternoon, May 16, 2012, surrounded by her loving family after a four-year battle with breast cancer and, more recently, a stroke. She is survived by her husband, David J. Shaup, with whom on November 9, 2011, she celebrated their 20th anniversary. Born in Swoyersville on July 3, 1947, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Mary Zeibro Kaminski. Frances was a graduate of the former Bishop O’Reilly High School before earning a degree in cosmetology. Prior to her retirement, she worked in the local garment industry. She leaves behind a legacy of holding strong family values and caring for those around her. A loving person who would go out of her way to help anyone in need, she will be dearly missed by everyone who had ever met her. She is also survived by her daughter, Kelly Herron, and husband Ronald, of Pittston Township; three step-children, Kelly David Shaup and wife Vanessa of Gilbert, Ariz.; Beth Anne Shaup of York; and Karen Shaup of Washington, D.C.; brother, Frank Kaminski, and wife Deidre, of Edwardsville; two sisters, Theresa Fraley and husband Ralph, and Christine Weldon, all of Swoyersville; four grandchildren, Meghan Colburn, Emily, Ronnie and Elizabeth Herron; many nieces and nephews.

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Also preceding her in death was her first husband, Robert Colburn, in 1992; and her son, Bobby Colburn in 1998. Her family would like to acknowledge all of those who had been involved in Frances’ care throughout the past year, especially the staffs of both Hematology & Oncology Associates of Northeast Pennsylvania and VNA Hospice Unit. Funeral services are scheduled to begin on Saturday at 10 a.m. in the First United Methodist Church, Harrison St., in Old Forge, conducted by the Rev. Susan Hardman-Zimmerman, pastor. Interment will follow in Marcy Cemetery, Duryea. Relatives and friends may pay their respects on Friday between 5 and 8 p.m. in the Thomas P. Kearney Funeral Home Inc., 517 N. Main St., Old Forge. Please visit www.KearneyFuneralHome.com for directions or to leave an online condolence.

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Casey fights for Depot jobs

The U.S. Army has proposed relocating the Army Intermodal and Distribution Platform Management Office (AIDPMO) from Tobyhanna Army Depot to Scott Air Force Base in Illinois. This move would eliminate 30 jobs at Tobyhanna, the region’s largest employer. U.S. Sen. Bob Casey, D-Scranton, on Casey Wednesday expressed concern in a letter to Secretary of the Army John McHugh that its rationale for moving jobs from the Tobyhanna to Illinois may be flawed. Relaying concerns expressed by constituents that cost savings data provided by the Army are inaccurate, Casey pushed the Army to respond to the concerns due to the hardship that would be caused by the elimination of positions at Tobyhanna.

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County Council eager for budget update Lawton’s report expected to convey serious concerns about potential revenue shortfalls.

By JENNIFER LEARN-ANDES jandes@timesleader.com

Luzerne County Manager Robert Lawton will present a 2012 financial update Tuesday because county council didn’t want to wait until his more comprehensive mid-year financial report for a status on revenue and spending. The report is expected to express serious concerns about revenue performance

and expenditure controls. Lawton has publicly emphasized he will reduce budgeted spending in coming months if projections indicate revenue shortfalls. The county’s $122.63 million spending plan was approved Feb.14, later than usual,becausecouncilmembersneededtime to review options after taking office with home rule’s implementation in January. Lawton, who became manager after the budget adoption, said he is meeting often with interim Budget/Finance Chief Vic Mazziotti to discuss projections. As of Monday, the county spent $51.3 million, or 42 percent of the budget, ac-

cording to a report prepared by the county controller’s office. County Controller Walter Griffith said the percentage seems high, though it may be skewed by some upfront annual payments for products and services that had to be paid at the start of the year. County managers typically use a target of 33 percent for spending this time of the year. The county has received 63 percent, or $77.7 million, of budgeted revenue as of this week, though most of that stems from property tax collection. The largest single revenue stream -property tax – was budgeted at $90.34 million. The county received $67.8 mil-

“THIS FACILITY HAS SERVED THE ENTIRE COMMUNITY, WHICH INCLUDES PEOPLE OF ALL AGES AND ALL FAITHS, FOR MANY YEARS. … AND THIS MODERN

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A county budget update will be presented at Tuesday’s public Luzerne County Council meeting, which begins at 6:30 p.m. in the county’s Emergency Management Agency building, Water Street, Wilkes-Barre.

lion to date, or 75 percent, the report shows. Revenue is lagging in some other areas. The budget counts on $5 million from delinquent taxes collected by Northeast See BUDGET, Page 12A

Jim Thomas, director of the Wilkes-Barre YMCA, gets a hand cutting the ribbon for the grand reopening from Mayor Tom Leighton on Wednesday morning.

BUILDING WILL CONTINUE TO SERVE OUR COMMUNITY.” George Brandt, A member of the YMCA board of directors and a fundraising coordinator

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Using reserves, not replacing retirees, raising taxes among 2012-13 budget proposals.

Woman to receive award

Luzerne County resident Lisa Gennaro is among 10 state residents receiving governor’s achievement awards for work force success this week at the Pennsylvania Partners Employment, Training and Education Conference in Hershey. State work force development agencies nominated the award recipients. Gennaro became pregnant at 17 and participated in a state program to help welfare recipients overcome barriers, according to a state release. She earned her GED, obtained employment and has completed a course to become a certified nursing assistant. “At age 18, Lisa displays positive qualities developed while overcoming many challenges,” the release said.

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USPS announcement today

The U.S. Postal Service is set to make an announcement today, possibly regarding the future of 252 mail-processing centers nationwide, including the one on Stafford Avenue in Scranton. That facility employs 308 and was set to close and have operations consolidated with the Lehigh Valley center. A self-imposed moratorium on any postal closings expired Tuesday, but operations at the 252 facilities continued without interruption. The Postal Service recently made an about face on two other matters. On Monday, the agency dropped plans to close 600 urban and suburban post offices nationwide. Last week it dropped similar plans for more than 3,700 rural post offices, instead opting for a plan that reduces hours. WILKES-BARRE

Washington Street reopened

The city has announced that the Brookside Levee repair project has been completed and North Washington Street in that neighborhood has been reopened. Other flood recovery projects will continue, which includes an overhaul of the Weir Street Pump Station, an integral Leighton component of the Brookside Flood Protection System, Mayor Tom Leighton said. PLYMOUTH

Historical open house set

The Plymouth Historical Society will hold an Open House 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at the Plymouth Historical Society, formerly the Welsh Presbyterian Church, 115 Gaylord Ave., Plymouth. The event is free and open to the public. Donations are welcome. The afternoon will kick off with comments from Georgetta Potoski, Plymouth Historical Society president, and Mayor Dorothy Petrosky. Then folklorist Fiona Siobhan Powell will present the story of “Polly Jenkins From Wales to America,” which follows the life of a young Welsh girl named Angharad and her journey from South Wales to America, the transition into married life, and then losing her husband due to a mine accident. Also, 12 authors with local ties will receive certificates in honor of their work. A meet and greet will follow where attendees can socialize with the authors.

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Nicki Pachucki, left, YMCA family services director, holds the microphone for YMCA child care kids as they lead the grand reopening press conference in the Pledge of Allegiance on Wednesday morning.

The community is Y “This facility has served the entire com- USEFUL TO YOU Grand reopening of expanded facility munity, which includes people of all ages in Wilkes-Barre highlights features, and all faiths, for many years. … And this Call 823-2191 or visit www.wbymca.org for contributions and needs. modern building will continue to serve special membership offers and for more information. By STEVE MOCARSKY smocarsky@timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE – Speeches were made, a ribbon was cut and a new chapter in the storied history of a downtown landmark began. With a $15 million facelift 98-percent complete, officials, volunteers and members of the community on Thursday celebrated the grand re-opening of the WilkesBarre Family YMCA.

our community,” said George Brandt, a member of the YMCA board of directors and a fundraising coordinator who has utilized the facility since he was a child. Brandt, 87, welcomed officials and guests and recited an invocation to begin a program that preceded a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house. The $14.8 million renovation involved constructing a new six-lane pool, a Wellness Center that includes a new Cybex Room with 18 new pieces of Cybex circuit training equipment, a new Spinning

Room with about 20 new spinning bikes and a new Teen Center, new locker room facilities and 21 residential apartments for Wilkes University students. Project manager Dave Yeager, of Radnor Property Group, said his firm’s main challenge was helping the Y to consolidate the operations of “an incredibly large asset, but a very precious asset” – a six-story, See YMCA, Page 6A

16 complete Specialty and Treatment Court Program for those in court system with mental illness, alcohol drug addiction. By EDWARD LEWIS elewis@timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE – Patrolling villages in war-torn Iraq in dust storms was less intimidating than speaking before a packed courtroom that included a state Supreme Court justice, 10 Luzerne County judges and a district judge on Wednesday. The U.S. Army veteran was among 16 graduates of the county’s Specialty and Treatment Court, a program that helps people who become involved in the court system overcome mental illness and/ or alcohol and drug addiction. Due to state law and the Health Insurance Portability

and Accountability Act (HIPA) regulations, participants of both programs cannot be fully identified. Rob, the Army veteran, said he suffered post traumatic stress syndrome after his tour in the Middle East. On a New Year’s Eve, he said he found himself in jail. Rob explained how the program helped him overcome his illness so he could provide for his family. The featured speaker was state Supreme Court Justice Seamus P. McCaffery, a former U.S. Marine Corps and Air Force Reserve captain and Philadelphia police officer. As a Philadelphia judge, McCaffery said the first ever “problem-solving” court began in 1996 to help those addicted to narcotics instead of “throwing them in jail.” “Inmyoldworld,myfavorite

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Justice of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court Seamus P. McCaffery was the featured guest speaker at this year’s Luzerne County Treatment Court graduation held Wednesday at the Luzerne County Courthouse.

four-letter word was ‘jail.’ Put- ple.” ting bad people in jail, not sick McCaffery praised Luzerne people. People with addic- County’s program, calling it tions, alcohol or drugs, it’s a sickness, folks, plain and sim- See TREATMENT, Page 4A

WILKES-BARRE – Stressing it is a work in progress almost certain to change, Wilkes-Barre Area School District Business Administrator Leonard Przywara laid out proposals at Wednesday finance committee meeting for a preliminary 2012-13 budget that would use $3.2 million in reserve funds, save about $800,000 by not replacing retirees and raise property taxes 2.4 percent. After the meeting, Przywara repeated a belief he has held since the budgeting process began at the start of the year with a projected $5.18 million shortfall: The tax hike almost certainly will not be 2.4 percent, the maximum allowed by state law without voter approval or a state exemption. The board must pass a final budget by June 30, but by law it must pass a preliminary budget in time to allow 20 days for public inspection. A special meeting is scheduled for 6 p.m. May 24 for a vote on a preliminary budget. Przywara said the 2.4 percent tax increase would raise about $965,962 total by bumping the rate from 15.3684 mills to 15.7372 mills. A mill is a $1 tax on every $1,000 of assessed property value. For a house assessed at $72,400 -the district median – that would mean an additional $26.70 in taxes. Przywara said the district has $150,000 in unused ACCESS money – money the state pays to cover some special-education services – available that can further shrink the red ink. Eliminating department chairs, not replacing retiring teachers and aides, and bringing some vision services in house rather than paying the Luzerne Intermediate Unit to provide them could save a total of $871,229. The district could use $495,000 from a debt service fund and $2.6 million from a general fund balance of about $7.6 million to close the remainder of the gap, Przywara said. Board Member John Quinn said he believes the district can save money by streamlining transportation and eliminating overlapping bus routes. He also repeated his contention that sports supply spending has gotten “out of control” and can be cut sharply. Quinn said replacement equipment and uniforms are bought too frequently, and there is a great disparity in the costs of similar items such as caps bought by the three different high schools. Superintendent Jeff Namey said unions are unlikely to agree to a pay freeze, but the teachers union has agreed to discuss increasing deductibles of health insurance and to discuss other possible savings. Przywara said if those changes are negotiated it could add up to more than $1 million in savings.

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Zoners OK proposed Chinese eatery changes George Albert, representing Wilkes-Barre Township MarketProposed eatery will have less Mark Coal Street Associates, said place complex on Highland Bouleparking, 10,000-square-foot the project is ready to go and, when vard in Wilkes-Barre Township. building to house restaurant. completed,therestaurantwillhave ChengtoldtheboardhewasconBy BILL O’BOYLE boboyle@timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE – The city Zoning Hearing Board on Wednesday approved two variances for a proposed Chinese restaurant on Wilkes-Barre Township Boulevard adjacent to Walgreen’s Pharmacy. The board voted 4-0 to approve a variance for the property located at 410 Wilkes-Barre Township Blvd. to reduce the number of required parking spaces from 124 down to 104 and a variance to waive the requiredoff-streetloadingberthinorder to construct a 10,000-squarefoot building for a proposed restaurant.

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“absolutely wonderful.” Another graduate, Nino, said he owned a restaurant/tavern by the time he was 25 years old. He said he felt successful and untouchable but found himself in jail two years ago, begging a judge to release him on bail.

seating for 220. Marvin Slomowitz of Mark Coal Street Associates has estimated it will take approximately four months to construct the building. Albert said a lease has been signed with a tenant, but he would not reveal the name of the proposed restaurant. Slomowitz has stated the tenant “won’t be a chain restaurant,” and that “a private family will operate the restaurant.” He said the family operates a Chinese restaurant in Bloomsburg. Attorney William Higgs and his client,HjuChengofMountainTop, objected to the zoning changes. Cheng operates Super King Buffet – a Chinese restaurant – in the

cerned about increased traffic along the busy highway. He said the new restaurant will be located about a third of a mile from his. Attorney Garry Taroli, representing Mark Coal Street Associates, said Cheng was more concerned about the competition for his business. Originally the building was to be 5,000 square feet, but Albert said thetenantneededdoublethespace for the restaurant. Cheng presented petitions signed by three businesses near his and from people, but no addresses were provided of the individuals. Attorney Charles McCormick, board solicitor, accepted the petition with the three businesses, but rejected the others.

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Pa. soldier died in Cambodia in 1970. Paperwork to support citation was lost. By MARK S. SMITH Associated Press

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Group’s ads take aim at Obama

An independent group favoring Republican presidential rival Mitt Romney is launching a $25 million, monthlong advertising campaign in 10 states against President Barack Obama, shown speaking in Reno, Nev., further escalating an expensive TV ad war in presidential battlegrounds six months before Election Day.

WASHINGTON — Leslie Sabo’s Vietnam War ended in the flash of his own grenade, hurled at an enemy bunker in Cambodia to save surrounded comrades. Forty years later — and a dozen years after the long-lost paperwork turned up in military archives — he was honored by President Obama on Wednesday with the nation’s highest award for gallantry. Obama presented the Medal

of Honor to Sabo’s widow, Rose Mary, and said doing so helps right the wrongs done to a generation that served freedom’s cause but came home to a brooding and resentful nation. “Instead of being celebrated, our Vietnam veterans were often shunned,” Obama said in a hushed East Room. “They were called many things when there was only one thing that they deserved to be called and that was American patriots.” Spc. Leslie H. Sabo Jr. of Elwood City, Pa., was serving with U.S. forces near the village of Se San in eastern Cambodia in May of 1970 when his unit was ambushed and nearly overrun by North Vietnamese.

Comrades testified the rifleman charged up from the rear, grabbed an enemy grenade and tossed it away, using his body to shield a fellow soldier. And shrugging off his own injuries, Sabo advanced on an enemy bunker that had poured fire onto the U.S. troops — and then, pulled the pin on his own grenade. “It’s said he held that grenade and didn’t throw it until the last possible moment, knowing it would take his own life but knowing he could silence that bunker,” Obama recounted. “And he did. He saved his comrades, who meant more to him than life.” After the ceremony, Rose

Mary Sabo-Brown told reporters, “I know a piece of cloth and a medal won’t bring him back, but my heart beams with pride for Leslie because he is finally receiving tribute for his sacrifices and bravery,” she said. Not long after the battle, survivors from Company B, 3rd Battalion, 506th Infantry, 101st Airborne Division filed reports attesting to Sabo’s heroism. But the documentation was lost. But in 1999, Alton Mabb, another 101st veteran, found the original paperwork at the National Archives. A few weeks later he asked for copies and began the push to get Sabo recognized.

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erry Sandusky again asked a judge to throw out the child sexual abuse Jcharges against him on Wednesday,

arguing that some counts are too vague to defend and others involve alleged victims whose identities have not been determined. In the filing, defense attorney Joe Amendola attacked the charges related to a person described in court records as Victim 2. The boy’s encounter with Sandusky in a Penn State locker room a decade ago, and school officials’ response to it, ultimately led to the departure of longtime football coach Joe Paterno. Amendola wrote that the charges related to Victim 2 cannot be sustained based on the testimony of Mike McQueary, an assistant football coach who has said he saw Sandusky sexually abuse the boy in a team shower. Amendola also argued that prosecutors will not be able to show there was any sexual contact with a boy labeled Victim 6. The boy showered with Sandusky in 1998, authorities said. BEIRUT

Syrian leader defends acts

In his first interview since December, Syrian President Bashar Assad insisted Tuesday his regime is fighting back against foreign mercenaries who want to overthrow him, not innocent Syrians aspiring for democracy in a yearlong uprising. The interview with Russian TV showed Assad is still standing his ground, despite widespread international condemnation over his deadly crackdown on dissent. “There are foreign mercenaries, some of them still alive,” Assad said in an interview broadcast Wednesday on Russian state news channel Rossiya-24. “They are being detained and we are preparing to show them to the world.” HARRISBURG

Push to raise Turnpike mph

The speed limit on the Pennsylvania Turnpike could increase from 65 mph to 70 mph if an Allegheny County lawmaker gets his way. The House Transportation Committee endorsed the bill last week by a vote of 18-4, but it’s unclear whether it will be debated on the House floor, The Patriot-News reported Wednesday. Leaders of the House Republican majority are said to be reviewing the legislation. The sponsor, Rep. Joe Preston, says modern improvements have made vehicles and the turnpike safer than ever and that he wants to give the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission the authority to increase the limit. The turnpike speed limit was 70 mph from 1941 until a national 55-mph limit was established in 1973, according to the commission. WASHINGTON

Senate nixes GOP budget

Democrats controlling the Senate rejected for the second year in a row Wednesday a budget plan passed by House Republicans. The 58-41 vote against the GOP budget came after a daylong debate in which Democrats blasted Republicans for refusing to consider tax increases as part of a solution to trillion-dollar deficits, and Republicans in turn attacked Democrats for not offering a budget at all. Republicans launched the debate, which was aimed less at successfully passing a bill than highlighting the failure of Senate Democrats to deal with a budget deficit expected to top $1 trillion for the fourth consecutive year.

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Rose Mary Sabo-Brown holds a photo of her husband Army Spc. Leslie H. Sabo Jr., in her home in Pennsylvania. Sabo was killed in 1970 in Cambodia.

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In this April 12 image from video provided by braingate2.org, Cathy Hutchinson of East Taunton, Mass., sips a drink held by a robotic arm during a test at a long-term care residence for adults with neurological disease in Dorchester, Mass.

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Paralyzed woman uses only thoughts to make arm deliver coffee in newest progress in harnessing brain waves. By MALCOLM RITTER AP Science Writer

NEW YORK — Using only her thoughts, a Massachusetts woman paralyzed for 15 years directed a robotic arm to pick up a bottle of coffee and bring it to her lips, researchers report in the latest advance in harnessing brain waves to help disabled people. In the past year, similar stories have included a quadriplegic man in Pennsylvania who made a robotic arm give a highfive and stroke his girlfriend’s hand, and a partially paralyzed man who remotely controlled a small robot that scooted around in a Swiss lab. It’s startling stuff. But will the experimental brain-controlled technology ever help paralyzed people in everyday life? Experts in the technology and in reha-

A sensor designed to collect brain signals to be translated by a computer.

bilitation medicine say they are optimistic that it will, once technology improves and the cost comes down. The latest report, which was published online Wednesday in the journal Nature, comes from scientists at Brown University, the Providence VA Medical Center in Rhode Island, Harvard Medical School and elsewhere. It describes how two people who lost

use of their arms and legs because of strokes years before were able to control free-standing robotic arms with the help of a tiny sensor implanted in their brains. The sensor, about the size of a baby aspirin, eavesdropped on the electrical activity of a few dozen brain cells as the study participants imagined moving their arms. The chip then sent signals to a computer, which translated them into commands to the robotic arms. The computer was taught how to interpret the brain patterns through practice as the paralyzed participants watched the robot arms move and then imagined that they were moving their own arms the same way. In one task to test the system, the two participants tried to direct a robot arm to reach out and squeeze foam balls in front of them. The man succeeded in less than half his attempts, but the woman was able to do it about 60 percent of the time. The woman, Cathy Hutchinson of East Taunton, Mass., was also asked to use the arm to drink the coffee.

Violence Against Women Act latest fight By By WILLIAM DOUGLAS McClatchy Newspapers

WASHINGTON — Unfazed by a White House veto threat, the House of Representatives on Wednesday approved antidomestic violence legislation that opponents charge doesn’t sufficiently protect gay, lesbian, transgender people, Native Americans and immigrants. On a 222-205 vote, the House passed a GOP-sponsored bill to renew the Violence Against Women Act, an 18-year-old law written by then-Sen. Joe Biden that dedicates federal resources to assist victims of domestic violence. Wednesday’s vote puts the House at odds once again with the Democratic-

controlled Senate, which approved its version of the bill last month on a bipartisan 68-31vote. The Senate bill renews the act for five years, authorizes $659.3 million in annual spending and contains measures to help victims of sexual assault, improve emergency housing services for victims and consolidate some grant programs. It also contains provisions intended to: encourage undocumented immigrants to help law enforcement identify domestic abuse victims; assure protections for gays, lesbians and transgender people, among others; and give tribal courts increased authority to prosecute incidents of domestic violence committed by nonAmerican Indians in American Indian

territories. While both political parties and both chambers of Congress agree on the need for the act they vastly disagree over what it should include and whom it should protect. The House bill provides the same funding as the Senate’s but excludes some of the specific domestic-violence protections for gays, immigrants and American Indians that are in the Senate measure. Those exclusions prompted opposition from hundreds of civil rights, religious and law enforcement groups, including the National Organization for Women, the American Bar Association, the Episcopal Church and the YWCA USA.

Without fanfare, the nation’s nuclear power regulators have overhauled community emergency planning for the first time in more than three decades, requiring fewer exercises for major accidents and recommending that fewer people be evacuated right away. The revamp, the first since the program began after Three Mile Island in 1979, also eliminates a requirement that local responders always practice for a release of radiation. At least four years in the works, the changes appear to clash with more recent lessons of last year’s reactor crisis in Japan. Under the new rules, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and the Federal Emergency Management Agency, which run the program together, have added one new exercise: More than a decade after the 9/11 terrorist attacks, state and community police will now take part in exercises that prepare for a possible assault on their local plant. Some emergency officials say this new exercise doesn’t go far enough. And some view as downright bizarre the idea that communities will now periodically run emergency scenarios without practicing for any significant release of radiation. These changes, while documented in obscure federal publications, went into effect in December with hardly any notice by the general public. The changes call for: • Limited community participation in planning for attacks on nuclear plants. • Less frequent community exercises in 50-mile emergency zones — every eight years instead of every six. • Periodic community exercises with scenarios assuming little or no release of radiation. • Delayed evacuations for more people in the immediate vicinity of an accident. An Associated Press investigative series in June exposed weaknesses in the U.S. emergency planning program. The stories detailed how many nuclear reactors are now operating beyond their design life under rules that have been relaxed to account for deteriorating safety margins.

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98,000-square-foot building constructed in1934 – and capitalize on an untapped resource of the fourth and fifth floors. Separating those upper floors from the rest of the facility with a separate entrance on Northampton Street and constructing 21 apartments for up to 59 college students – dubbed Forty West Apartments – “will be an income generator for the YMCA for many years to come,” Yeager said. The Y invested $750,000 into the project and received a $5 million state Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program grant and $5.25 million in new markets and historic tax credits toward the $14.8 million in renovations at the main structure as well as $1.2 million in renovations at the Y’s Camp Kresge near White Haven. The remaining $5 million of project cost will be realized through a capital campaign that launched in February. Recognizing several major contributors to the campaign, Doug Gauder, campaign chairman, said 76 people or organizations already contributed $3.4 million, but “broad-based community support” will be necessary to raise the remaining $1.6 million. “What we need at this point is a little bit from a lot of people,” he said. Wilkes-Barre Mayor Tom Leighton also recognized several

officials who contributed to the project’s success, especially noting the work of state Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski, D-Wilkes-Barre, and state Sen. John Yudichak, D-Plymouth Township, who helped secure the two state grants, working first with former Gov. Ed Rendell, and then with Gov. Tom Corbett. “Together, we had to sell this project to Harrisburg, which was not an easy thing to do,” Leighton said. The mayor, a regular visitor to the Y, called it a “tremendous” opportunity “to relieve your stress and get away from your office and your job just for an hour.” “The Y has so many things that go on here day in and day out, it’s important to support a project like the YMCA. I don’t know what Wilkes-Barre city would do without the YMCA being located downtown,” he said. Executive Director Jim Thomas said the Wilkes-Barre Y is one of the nicest in Pennsylvania, with renovations done to enhance the historic nature of the building. “But the YMCA is so much more than this facility. … It’s about people, it’s about all of you, it’s about people helping people,” Thomas said, noting regular memberships and financial support from the community allow the Y to provide half the children who attend activities with scholarships to do so. After a ribbon cutting on the front steps, visitors enjoyed refreshments in the conference room, took guided tours and had free use of any of the facilities for the day.

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PITTSTON TWP. – In baseball, as well as in life, overcoming challenges often results in a victory. Through Victory Baseball, an area league formed for individuals with mental and physical disabilities, organizers hope the combination of fun and teamwork will not only result in a victory, but also be a win for everyone involved. During the league’s opening day Wednesday, founder and organizer Fred DeSanto took to the field that bears his name to thank everyone who made Victory Baseball possible, as well as to those whose suggestions gave him inspiration. “Without the help of everyone here tonight,” DeSanto said to the audience, “this just wouldn’t be possible.” Many families and former players approached DeSanto at the 20th anniversary of Challenger Baseball, an under-21 baseball league designed for children and teens with mental or physical disabilities. “I kept getting asked the same

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question over and over again,” he said. “They all asked me why they had to stop enjoying sports just because they got older,” he said. Though he didn’t have an answer at the time, DeSanto soon realized there was no reason they couldn’t participate, and got to planning Victory Baseball. “If you complete a challenge, you become victorious – that’s how we came up with Victory Sports,” he said.

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By R.J.Molinaro Hazleton, May 1, 2012After six months the dust has nearly all settled, and Fairway Chevrolet is proud to invite local customers to check out a new dealership experience. A visit to the recently upgraded Fairway Chevrolet and the difference is immediately apparent: An inviting exterior façade with

updated signage is currently under construction. However, a bright showroom featuring a customer greeting station, and a comfortable customer lounge offering a ﬂat screen TV, beverages and snacks is now open. Also, incorporated into the new lounge area is a children’s play area. In addition to the building renovations is a drive thru service lane. After a service appointment has been made,

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Fairway Chevrolet.” Fairway Chevrolet invested over one million dollars to make the signiﬁcant improvements to their dealership. Although the outside building façade is not quit ﬁnished Jim Corazza said, “we are open for business as usual and I want to invite everyone into our upgraded showroom. We are so proud of the outcome.” Fairway Chevrolet is located at 1101 N. Church St. (Rt.309) in Hazle Township.

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Keith Laylo, Fairway Chevrolet sales manager, said “leasing is coming back in a big way after the recent automotive down turn.” Just a few years ago leasing was non-existent with some manufactures. This was due in part to stringent credit requirements, banks were just not lending money. Leasing is making a comeback and people may have forgotten the advantages of leasing. A lot of customers cringe hearing the word lease. They’ve never leased before and may be unaware of the beneﬁts to leasing. With the price of vehicles on the rise, and the rising cost of energy, leasing is once again a logical

alternative to traditional financing. People like to be in what is known as a “vehicle turn cycle.” That is, holding onto their vehicle for 3 to 4 years. Most people like to upgrade after 4 years. New vehicle owners want the latest safety features and the best fuel efficiency. This is where leasing plays a most significant role in the “vehicle turn cycle.” Leasing companies offer a special on short term leases from 24 to 42 months. This is in the period where most people want a new car. Auto dealers experience, almost on a daily basis, people calling or coming in to trade up to a new car, but they owe more then their car is worth. Dealers have customers that want a

new car. These customers want to keep their payment the same as when they did a 60, 72, or even a 84 month finance contract and they paid on it for 3 years. However, a lot of that payment went to interest. Leasing is the perfect alternative for this type of customer. They need little money down and in some cases, just their first payment and license fees. This can be well under $1000. The leasing option keeps payments manageable. Laylo said, “People ask me all the time, would I lease? I tell them, all I’ve ever done is lease my new vehicles.” I see the true benefit in it. I get to drive a new car every 36 months. I have a car that is always under warranty and I never

have to worry about how much it’s going to depreciate. I get to choose a new car with the latest and greatest safety and technology features, due to my three year lease, plus I don’t have to worry about warranty or depreciation. When purchasing a new Chevrolet, there are two captive leasing companies currently competing for your business. They are Ally bank and GM Financial. Subaru offers leasing through Subaru Motor Financing. Laylo said, “There are some very attractive lease programs currently being offered on new Chevrolets and Subaru models.” Fairway Chevrolet / Subaru is located on Rt. 309 in Hazle Township.

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Rich LaRussa, F & I Manager for Fairway Chevrolet in Hazle Township, recently announced a new and unique program to help credit challenged people purchase a new or pre-owned vehicle. Many customers are under the impression that they owe too much on their current vehicle loan or that past credit issues would hinder them from getting into a new vehicle. Ninety percent of the time customers are paying interest rates higher than what’s

available today. Fairway now has a system that speciﬁcally targets distressed credit customers. That is, no minimum credit score is required. A minimum gross income of $1,500 and only $1,000 down is necessary. This can be accomplished with cash or ACV transfer

With the price of gas escalating with every passing day, it’s becoming increasingly difﬁcult to stay within the budget for many families across the area. Gas encompasses a huge portion of the paycheck and it is an expense that can’t be slashed from the household budget. If you want to get to work, you need gas. Period. But in this economy, what are families to do when gas prices increase, but the paycheck doesn’t. Now is the time to look at alternatives that will save money at the pump and give some much-needed relief to those ﬁnding it hard to keep up with the soaring price for a gallon of gas. While the initial price of a car has the most impact on a new-vehicle purchase decision, there are other factors that need

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OTHER OPINION: TAX REFORM

Will Pa. taxpayers get real relief?

HERE ARE TWO ver- lature is uncertain, considering sions of school proper- parts of the state are quite hapty tax relief legislation py with the current school fundjockeying for support ing model. We’re simply happy lawmakin the state Capitol these days. One – sponsored by state ers are finally taking another Rep. Seth Grove, R-Dover – al- crack at property tax reform – lows counties, municipalities because Act 1 clearly isn’t workand school districts to use a ing. That’s the 2006 legislation that legalized slots combination of sales casinos, with the and income taxes to Act 1 is nothing promise that porlower property taxes more than a tions of the reveby 30 percent or more Band-Aid that’s nue would be used and freeze them at covering less and for tax relief. Unthat level. The other – House less of the wound. fortunately, the aid has been paltry, Bill 1776, also known barely keeping up as the Property Tax Independence Act – completely with tax increases as more peoeliminates school property tax- ple sign up for the program. The state recently announced es. It would fund public education by raising the sales tax from the average amount homeown6 percent to 7 percent and ex- ers can expect this year, and it’s panding it to cover dozens of literally only pennies more than last year’s “relief.” currently exempted items. State officials always come up The pros and cons of each bill with one explanation or anothare still unclear. Grove’s bill might not com- er, but the fact is Act1is nothing pletely eliminate property tax- more than a Band-Aid that’s coves. Certainly people on fixed in- ering less and less of the wound. comes, such as senior citizens, What we need is comprehenwould benefit from the shift, but sive reform like Grove’s bill, the it’s possible middle-class wage Property Tax Independence Act or some other version altogethearners would pay more. While HB1776 has the appeal er. The key is to keep pressing of doing away with the hated property tax altogether, it’s un- our legislators until they get it known whether a sales tax can right. completely replace the lost reveThe York Dispatch nue. Also, support in the Legis-

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OTHER OPINION: PRESERVATION

Make it easier to save buildings

F GETTYSBURG IS serious about saving historic buildings, the last thing officials should be doing is talking about making it illegal to tear them down. That seems more likely to encourage some people to hurry up and demolish a building before it’s against the law. Plummeting home values have put many historic buildings in jeopardy. Officials say sometimes owners can’t afford maintenance expenses and the buildings fall into such disrepair that they must be condemned. In other instances, low real-estate values make these buildings easy targets for buyers interested in tearing down the structures to build parking lots. Gary Shaffer, chairman of the borough’s Historic Architectural Review Board, says current ordinances aren’t sufficient “to protect against demolition or demolition by neglect.” The board must prove a building has “significant” historical value to prevent demolition, and some EDITORIAL BOARD

people would like to see that protection extended to any historic building, which under current borough code means at least 50 years old. Really? 1962? That’s the kind of talk that could cost the borough a lot of buildings as folks rush to the wrecking ball before it’s too late. Instead of laws requiring that alternatives be considered before demolition – rules that some Gettysburg officials acknowledge could be challenged in court anyway – the borough should consider ways to make it easier to restore historic buildings. Grants to property owners to restore historic structures and tax breaks for those who keep theirs in tip-top shape will ultimately be good for the local economy. And a strong local economy is more likely to save historic buildings – and preserve property rights – than scary talk of tough new laws. The Evening Sun, Hanover

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ur national emblem, the American flag, has been missing from homes, businesses and, in particular, from downtown Wilkes-Barre and the main thoroughfares of Kingston, especially during the Memorial and Veterans Day parades. Why? Memorial Day, Flag Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day – these days have been set aside because they remind us of significant times in our nation’s history. It isn’t important who organizes those holidays; it’s that they take place. Not only do we have to keep the memory alive ourselves, we must nurture it in the hearts and minds of our young. Shamefully, the American flag has been noticeably absent on patriotic holidays in downtown Wilkes-Barre and along the Veterans Day parade route spanning Kingston and Wilkes-Barre. As a World War II veteran, I urge all veterans groups, civic organizations and citizens to call or write the mayors of both those municipalities, urging them to take measures to see that the American flag is appropriately displayed on prescribed patriotic holidays. Is a 40-plus cent stamp too much to ask to see that all those who served our nation are not forgotten? The call is yours. The results will be the determining factor. Jim Walsh Wilkes-Barre

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ccording to the Constitution, the power to establish and regulate public education is not granted to the federal government. Therefore, that power is delegated to the states respectively, or to the people. In other words, the legal responsibility to provide public education to the children of Pennsylvania falls on the shoulders of the state government: namely, the governor and the Legislature. Yes, the state government can delegate some of its legal obligation to the people elected at the local level, but the ultimate responsibility rests with the Legislature, the elected representatives of the people. When the governor’s proposed budget does not adequately provide the financial support for the proficient operation of the public education system, then that responsibility reverts to the people’s elected representatives. Clearly, Gov. Tom Corbett’s proposed budget for next year does not adequately fund the local school districts. Therefore, that responsibility now rests on the shoul-

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ally funded, dual-mission organization responsible to both a federal and state chain of command. Conversion to the National Guard will afford gubernatorial oversight and enhance domestic operations capability for the state, making 911th personnel and equipment available to the governor in times of natural or state emergencies. Combining the two organizations and eliminating duplicative overhead also would increase homeland security operations and make more efficient use of defense dollars. Maj. Gen. Wesley E. Craig The adjutant general Pennsylvania National Guard Annville

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ur family offers its heartfelt appreciation for the humbling tribute that we witnessed recently for our father. There were so many of you who took time to show support and respect for our father and our family, that it was amazing and overwhelming. We could not have asked for anything more. From the bottoms of our hearts, we truly appreciate our extended family. Thanks to everyone who sent sympathy cards, purchased Mass cards, offered food, sent flowers, made donations to the Valley with a Heart/Hanover Township Fire Police, attended the services, provided traffic control (Hanover police and fire police from many communities), formed the honor guard at the casket/church/ cemetery entrance (Hanover Township Fire Department, Nanticoke Fire Department and armed forces), the fly-over by Life Flight. The list goes on and on. After all is said and done, we know one thing for certain: Our dad is looking down from heaven with a huge smile of appreciation for each of you. God bless every one of you. We wish you the best with life’s future challenges. And, as always, be safe every day. Joseph Temarantz Jr. On behalf of the Temarantz family Hanover Township

Resident hopes to help with child’s treatment

have been saving plastic “screw tops” from all kinds of items. The woman who needed them to help with treatment for a sick child was from Edwardsville. If you are reading this, please call me. I have two garbage bags full of them. Call 331-0635. Maryann Pape Edwardsville

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Foundation announces Spring Grants Dallas asked about

Twenty-two grant applications said Charles Barber, president League – Upgrade of the field submitted requesting $51,000 and chief executive officer of the damaged in the September 2011 flooding foundation. for community projects. • KISS Theatre Co. – A ShakThere were 22 grant applications requesting $51,000 to support projects throughout the community, he added. The awards went to: • Ronald McDonald House of Scranton -- Ronald McDonald Family Room at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Plains Township • F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts -- 25th anniversary gift to the community • Fine Arts Fiesta Inc.-Fine Arts Fiesta 2012 – Maslow Fund for the Arts/Fund for Luzerne County • Rural Health Corp. of NEPA – Rebuilding the Shickshinny Medical Clinic • Northwest Area Little

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WILKES-BARRE – The Luzerne Foundation announced the recipients of this year’s Spring Grants at its annual meeting Wednesday night at the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts. The grants are awarded through the foundation’s unrestricted funds to support general purpose programs. The sources of the awards are The Fund for Luzerne County, McGowan Fund, Benjamin Franklin Fund and Maslow Fund for the Arts. The foundation does not disclose the amount of the awards,

espeare project for children ages 8 through 17 • Harris Conservatory for the Arts – Empowering the future woman for girls 10 and older • Highlights Foundation – Learning through picture book art. In addition, there are two grants from the Wilkes-Barre General Hospital Auxiliary Fund of The Luzerne Foundation to: • Rural Health Corp. -- Medical supplies, durable equipment needed in rebuilding the Shickshinny clinic • Center for Cancer Wellness -Establishing reflexology services for cancer patients at Candy’s Place.

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Chairman of The Luzerne Foundation Board of Directors Phil Decker, left, presents the Mary Bevevino Community Service Award to Michael and Kathleen Hirthler during The Luzerne Foundation 2012 Annual Meeting & Reception on Wednesday at the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts in Wilkes-Barre.

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and serves as a nurse practitioner at the free clinic at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church. She was a past board member of the Wyoming Valley Catholic Youth Center. Michael is president and chief investment officer of Jacobi Capital Management in Plains Township. Among his commitments are as a member of board of trustees at the Wilkes-Barre Family YMCA and the Mercer Athletic Foundation. He also is involved with the Volunteers in Medicine, Junior Achievement of NEPA, the KISS Theatre, King’s College and Wilkes University. He and his his wife have worked on the Wyoming Valley Catholic Youth Center’s capital campaign to raise $5 million for the new gymnasium and

indoor pool. They also are the presenting sponsor of the annual Meyers High School Speech and Debate Team’s Martin Luther King Jr. Tournament. “We’ve had fun, we really have,” said Kathleen. They’ve been able to give back to the community while getting their children, Mary and Michael, involved. “We work together. We don’t see it as work. It’s effortless,” she said. They said they were surprised to be chosen. “We’re very humbled in accepting this award,” said Michael, adding they are “proud with humility.” The foundation found itself on the receiving end of an award during the 30-minute program attended by several hundred people. The Howard B. Fedrick Friend of the Arts Award was accepted by Charles Barber, president and chief executive officer of the foun-

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percent of “net patient revenue” coming from the Medicare and Medical Assistance programs in 2011 was higher than the Region Six average. Mid-Valley Hospital in Peckville and Mercy Hospital in Scranton received more than half their patient revenue through Medicare alone. Only Geisinger Wyoming Valley and Community Medical Center in Scranton – which recently became part of the Geisinger System – had Medicare and Medical Assistance percentages below the regional average. • Geisinger Wyoming Valley had both the largest net patient revenue and operating expenses in the region. From 2010 to 2011, the hospital’s patient revenue rose from $312 million to $362 million – a16 percent increase. • Wilkes-Barre General, now a part oftherecentlyformedCommonwealth Health regional system, had the biggestpercentagegaininnetpatientrevenuefrom2010to2011,risingfrom$164 million to $247 million, a 50.6 percent climb. • Geisinger Wyoming Valley and Wilkes-Barre General had the lowest percentage of uncompensated care in LuzerneandLackawannacounties,1.74 percent and1.67 percent respectively. In an emailed statement, Geisinger spokesman Matthew Van Stone noted the hospital “uses a broader measure of

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dation. The Fine Arts Fiesta runs from today through Sunday on Public Square. He thanked the foundation’s members and contributors, and emphasized its mission in the community. “It’s because of you and for you that we are here for good,” he said. Phil Decker, chairman of the board of the foundation, said the nonprofit organization has reached nearly $22 million in assets and would be leading the way in a new direction to identify the needs of the community and coordinating the resources to meet those needs. “We want to take strategic positions on challenging issues,” he said.

HOSPITAL INCOME AND SPENDING Most area hospitals saw increases in both income from patients and total operating expenses from 2010 to 2011, and most were above the regional average, according to the Pennsylvania Health Care Cost Containment Council. Marian Community was closed, and Geisinger acquired Community Medical Center. 2010 2011 Patient Revenue (millions) Operating Expenses (millions) Geisinger Wyoming Valley

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community benefit than the percent of uncompensated care calculation” made by the council. By Geisinger’s reckoning – which includes charity care, health education, community health and outreach services, and under-reimbursedcare–thehospital“provided $49 million of community benefit” without compensation. Van Stone notes the hospital had an operating margin – essentially the percentage of revenue over spending – of

7.79percent,“abovethe5.58percent average operating margin reported by hospitals statewide.” In 2011, Van Stone wrote, Geisinger Wyoming Valley “continued to make large expenditures related to strategic growth initiatives necessary to meet the needs and expectations of patients and their family members.” Wilkes-Barre General spokesman Jim McGuire provided a written

wildlife sanctuary

Project would create sanctuary on private property on Pineview Road.

now they would like to switch to natural gas. Carr said the road was paved in 2010 according to a borough ordinance, resurfaced roads cannot be cut for nonemergency isBy SARAH HITE sues for five years. She said the shite@timesleader.com situation did not meet the definiDALLAS – Residents asked tion of an emergency. Council also approved several council Wednesday about a proposed bird sanctuary that’s motions relating to road repair within the borough, planned for private including the folproperty located WHAT’S NEXT lowing projects to on Pineview Road. The next borough council be funded by state Resident Art meeting will be June 20 Prutzman told at 7 p.m. in the municipal liquid fuels funds in 2012: storm wacouncil about the building. ter infrastructure project, which conimprovements in sists of several lots on Pineview Road that were the area of Fawn Drive, Whitetail owned by the late Paul Duda. DriveandHickoryRoad;resurfacDuda’sbrother,Andrew,istrying ing of the portion of White Birch to form a nonprofit organization Lane located in the borough; and to maintain the land as a wildlife resurfacingofMillStreetbetween state Route 415 and Woodlawn sanctuary open to the public. Borough Manager Tracey Avenue. Council awarded bids to Carr said Andrew Duda has not presented anything to council Adamski Excavating & Paving aboutthesanctuary.Shesaidshe Inc. for storm water pipe repair would have to review the zoning work on Monroe Avenue in the ordinance to determine whether amount of $2,391 and storm wasuch a project would be allowed ter inlet and basin work on Lake Street in the amount of $1,585. in a residential area. Resident Drina Casey asked Both projects are funded by Fedwhethershecouldplace“notres- eral Emergency Management passing” signs on her property, Agency due to the declaration of which abuts the proposed sanc- disaster from Tropical Storm Lee in September. tuary area. Carr said the borough can CarrsaidCaseywouldnotneed permission from council to put up move ahead with plans to make street and storm water infrassigns on her own property. The Stravinskys of Lehman tructure improvements to WelAvenue approached council lington Avenue with funding about receiving permission for from the Luzerne County Office UGI Energy Services to cut into of Community Development. Council also rehired Frank theroadinordertoconnecttheir residence to a natural gas sys- Stanish as a part-time road department employee at a rate of tem. Rosemary Stravinsky said the $11.28 per hour for 24 hours per couple’s oil furnace broke and week.

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Revenue Service LLC, the county’s contracted tax claim operator. A total $1.4 million was collected to date. Northeast Revenue representative John Rodgers said collections should come close to $5 million. He expects to collect more than $8 million but said much of that money had to be used to repay an outstanding county monetization loan. Monetization allowed the county to receive lump-sum cash advances on delinquent taxes. Council rejected the monetization option this year because the county is forced to pay additional fees. The county still owes $1.6 million for past monetization, Rodgers said. The deeds office has collected $352,165 to date, or 29

percent of the $1.175 million in budgeted revenue. Interim Recorder of Deeds Joan Hoggarth said deeds are down by 1,500 compared to this time last year. The value of properties changing hands has also decreased, reducing the county’s revenue from a commission on transfer tax, which is based on a percentage of the transaction amount, she said. The office brought in $1.4 million last year but has no control over the volume of filings, she said. The prothonotary’s office, which handles civil court records and filings, brought in $506,650 to date, or 29 percent of the budgeted $1.72 million, the report shows. The 2012 budget adopted by council resulted in 61 layoffs but avoided further staff reductions by increasing taxes 2 percent and dipping into a capital bond reserve to repay $1.4 million toward debt.

statement on behalf of Commonwealth Health, which covers the Wilkes-Barre facility and most Lackawanna County hospitals in the report. The statement noted Commonwealth hospitals “provide quality care to patients while carefully managing fiscal operations. Positive operating margins facilitate investment in new services, physician recruitment and facilities to enhance care providedforthecommunity,suchasthe newemergencydepartmentunderconstruction at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. “Hospitals are operating in an increasingly difficult environment that includes more regulation, costly technology, and declining government reimbursement. The ability to achieve stable and sustainable hospital finances support continued access to needed healthcareservicesandsignificanteconomic impact.” The Hospital & Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania, a statewide membership advocacy group representing nearly 250 health-care providers, issued a press release arguing that the report shows the importanceofrestoringMedicalAssistance funding in the proposed state budget. The report “documents that the state’s hospitals provided $990 million in uncompensated care—a nearly $100 million increase in just one year,” the press release noted. “With state revenue continuing to improve,” the press release argued, “hospitalpaymentsshouldbefullyrestored in the final state budget.”

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— this doesn’t prove that coffee makes people live longer, only that the two seem related. Like most studies on diet and health, this one was based strictly on observing people’shabitsandresultinghealth.Soit can’t prove cause and effect. But with so many people, more than a decade of follow-up and enough deaths to compare, “this is probably the best evidence we have” and are likely to get, said Dr. Frank Hu of the Harvard School of Public Health. He had no role in this study but helped lead a previous one that also found coffee beneficial. The new one began in 1995 and involved AARP members ages 50 to 71in California, Florida, Louisiana, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania and Atlanta and Detroit. People who already had heart disease, a stroke or cancer weren’t included. Neither were folks at diet extremes — too many or too few calories per day. Therestgaveinformationoncoffee drinking once, at the start of the study. “People are fairly consistent in their coffee drinking over their lifetime,” so the single measure shouldn’tbeabiglimitation,Freedman said. Ofthe402,260participants,about 42,000dranknocoffee.About15,000 drank six cups or more a day. Most people had two or three. By 2008, about 52,000 of them had died. Compared to those who drank no coffee, men who had two or three cups a day were10 percent less likely to die at any age. For women, it was13 percent.

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tual disabilities” was considered for the local name. “Then there was a discussion about the word disabilities, which also implies something negative about it,” she said. Wyoming County commissioners approved the change earlier this month. Luzerne County Council members are set to vote on the name change Tuesday, said council Chairman Jim Bobeck. Bobeck noticed agencies in other counties statewide are taking similar action and embraces the new version. “The current name is simply an inhumane characterization of those receiving developmental services,” Bobeck said. The Mental Health and Developmental Services office provides a range of support services for county residents of all ages who are experiencing developmental difficulties and mental health issues, Dysleski said. The agency has contracted services providers throughout the two-county region. More information is available through the human services link on the county website, www.luzernecounty.org.

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Luzerne County Deputy Coroner Bill Lisman, right, makes a phone call from the scene of Wednesday’s homicide behind an apartment building at Eagle Ridge Apartments in Edwardsville.

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General Hospital. Reports indicated the other victim was hospitalized. Numerous state police and local police were at the apartment complex, as were Luzerne County District Attorney Stefanie Salavantis and members of her staff.

Police did not provide any details of the investigation. They did not say if they were still looking for a gunman. One witness who would not give her name said she heard two sets of gunshots, with two shots each. Police vehicles and tape restricted the area in front and behind the apartment building and off of High Street, which is between the complex and Main Street.

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HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS SOCCER

Dallas falls in district title tilt

Hawkeyes denied tourney berth

Friday for a D2 first-round game. Hanover Area was able to force a Hanover Area, which clawed its way shootout after two scoreless OTs, but back to contention late in the season, could not overcome North Pocono. ended its year at 7-6-1.

“It’s hard,” Hanover Area coach Brian Bannon said, “after the first half of the season when we got through our injuries and that. Only having 13 girls on the bench and they fought hard. Going in, it’s hard to beat a team twice, let alone three times.” The teams played to a 1-1 tie after 80 minutes of regulation. Two 15-minute sudden-death periods (each five minutes longer than the regular season) didn’t produce a winner. So it came down to a shootout and two players who had something to prove. AMANDA HRYCYNA/FOR THE TIMES LEADER For Utter, it was making up for some shaky play in the eyes of coach Dave Da- Brittany Miller (13) of Hanover Area tries

By JOHN ERZAR jerzar@timesleader.com

KINGSTON – One wanted redemption Wednesday night, the other an opportunity. It took a shootout after 110 minutes of soccer for both. Keeper Meghan Utter made two big saves and sophomore Jessica Johnson sealed the win with North Pocono’s fourth shootout goal as the Trojans outlasted Hanover Area to clinch the final District 2 girls soccer playoffs berth. North Pocono (8-5-1) won the shootout 4-2, making the final score 2-1. The Trojans travel to Pittston Area at 4:15 p.m. See SOCCER, Page 6B

Delaware Valley claims its second D2 championship behind an early outburst. By MATTHEW SHUTT For The Times Leader

KINGSTON – Delaware Valley utilized an offensive attack that balanced patience and quickstrike ability and a defense that repeatedly produced turnovers for an 11-4 victory over Dallas at Klassner Field to capture the PIAA District 2 boys lacrosse championship. With its second district title win, Delaware Valley (12-5) now moves on to host a sub-regional game with the winner of the District 4 championship, that game also to be played at Klassner Field on May 22. The Mountaineers (11-4) saw their season come to an end. “This win feels great. We played them earlier in the season and we thought we would see them again,” Delaware Valley head coach Jeff Krasulski said. “The guys played really hard today, we got some goals when we needed and they just did a great job out there.” After an early goal, two of the goals that Delaware Valley needed came in a 19-second span in the first quarter. Bobby Morley’s goal at the 7:29 mark was followed by a Martin Strenk scoring strike at 7:10. Strenk took a pass after the Warriors won the faceoff, weaved through Dallas’ defense and fired a shot from 10 yards out for the 3-0 lead. “Usually when we get some goals quickly like that … it takes off some pressure,” said Morley, who finished with two goals and an assist. “We knew we had to keep playing defense though. We’ve played Dallas before and we knew they were good.” The two teams traded goals to make it 4-2 midway through the second quarter before a threegoal outburst from the Warriors built an insurmountable lead. Karl Haass and Jed Daniel found the back of the goal for Delaware Valley after the Warriors countered attacks from Dallas by forcing a turnover and springing both players loose with long passes. Garret Midlarsky made it 7-2 when he plucked a ground ball from the turf, broke free over almost half the field and laced a shot into the net with 3:28 to go before halftime. “Our longstick mids (essentially a defensive midfielder) are some very talented guys. Midlarsky and Mike Divis, they both came up big for us today,” Krasul-

to gain control of the ball from Desirae Santarsiero (26) of North Pocono.

DISTRICT 2 TRACK AND FIELD CHAMPIONSHIPS

D’Elisio strikes gold

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Pittston Area’s Ronnie D’Elisio, right, beats Dallas’ Drew Harding in a qualifying heat of the boys 110-meter hurdles at the District 2 Class 3A Track and Field Championships in Scranton on Wednesday afternoon.

Patriots hurdler sweeps events at D2 meet

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300 while sharing the top spot in the 110. After leading110 qualifying by almost a second, D’Elisio edged Delaware Valley’s Eric Pizarro by seven-hundredths of a second to win the final in 15.35 seconds. D’Elisio then won the 300 with a season-best time of 39.22. Coughlin finished tied for second in the team standings while Tunkhannock had half of the WVC’s six individual champions. Valley View won with 116 points. The

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INSIDE: Dallas’ Regan Rome wins the 1,600 and 3,200. 3B

SCRANTON – Ronnie D’Elisio prepared for the biggest meet of the season to date by staying off the track. The Pittston Area junior followed advice to treat a strained right quad, hoping the rest would help overcome the rust of not clearing a single hurdle for a week before the District 2 Class 3A Track and Field Championships. “That scared me a lot,” D’Elisio said after returning to action Wednesday as the only Wyoming Valley Conference boy to

win two individual gold medals in the meet. D’Elisio swept the hurdles titles after finishing third in the 110 and second in the 300 last year. “I was afraid that it would slow me down,” D’Elisio said. “I rested it all week. The trainer told me to keep it rested, ice it down heat it, so I did that all week.” D’Elisio went in as the top seed in the See GOLD, Page 3B

HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL

NBA

Holy Redeemer chooses to open head coach job

Garnett lifts Celtics over 76ers

With their former coach in jail, the Royals will accept applications through May 25.

By JOHN MEDEIROS jmedeiros@timesleader.com

“We’ll be accepting applications until the 25th of May.” The Royals are in need of a head coach afOstrowski ter Joseph Ostrowski was arrested last week of child pornography charges. Ostrowski, 28, coached just one season at Holy Redeemer, which went 0-10 under his direction.

Holy Redeemer officially opened its head football coach position Wednesday and the school hopes to move quickly to fill the vacancy. “I was told by the diocese today that we can open the position,” Holy Redeemer athletic director J.P. Aquilina said. See COACH, Page 6B

Boston Celtics’ Paul Pierce hangs on the rim after a dunk during the first half Wednesday against the Philadelphia 76ers in Philadelphia.

By DAN GELSTON AP Sports Writer

PHILADELPHIA — Kevin Garnett scored 27 points, grabbed 13 rebounds, and used a dominant second quarter to help the Boston Celtics beat the Philadelphia 76ers 107-91 on Wednesday night and take a 2-1 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals. Whistled for a costly illegal pick late in a Game 2 loss, Garnett crushed the Sixers early and never let them think about a fourth-quarter rally. Garnett scored 13 of BosSee GARNETT, Page 6B

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PAUL SOKOLOSKI OPINION

It takes a real battle to bring out their best

hey won all 16 of their previous tennis matches so swiftly and so decisively that sometimes it seemed the Wyoming Seminary Blue Knights had tougher tests playing practice matches against themselves. So how could they really prepare for what came at them in the first round of states? Here is what happened at the start of what turned out to be a dogfight for Sem against a proud and traditionally talented tennis program called Moravian Academy: George Parkhurst, the District 2 Class 2A singles champion, went to a tiebreaker in the top singles match before earning 7-5 victory for Sem. His brother, Harry Parkhurst, barely closed out a 10-8 tiebreaker in the first set at No. 2 singles. And over at No. 3 singles, Henry Cornell was surviving another first-set tiebreaker, 10-8. That’s three of the top singles players, not only on Sem’s team but in Northeastern Pennsylvania, being pushed to the brink right from the beginning of the PIAA team tournament. “I would say I expected a close match,” Harry Parkhurst said. “I never expected the singles to be so close.” It could wind up bringing the Blue Knights even closer to winning a state championship. Because when players are pushed to the limit, and find limitless resolve stored deep within themselves, it creates a certain aura of invincibility from knowing any fears can be conquered. All state champions share that belief. “It’s a lot more about the mental game than just the physical game,” George Parkhurst said. “You’ve got to start thinking about, ‘How am I going to beat this guy, tactically and strategically?’” His was the only spot in Sem’s lineup to win in straight sets. The other two singles slots, and both doubles teams, all went to three sets before the Blue Knights pulled out a 4-1 victory that sends them to Hershey for the state quarterfinals Friday. “Had we knocked off a couple of those tiebreakers, it could have gone a different way,” said veteran Moravian Academy coach Tom Schoeninger, who’s taken more than a few of his Lions teams on deep state runs. “Their kids were just better.” A true test Or maybe the Blue Knights got better Tuesday by being pushed to the brink by Moravian Academy. “They’re all intelligent and athletic enough to realize they probably grew enormously as competitors,” Sem coach Mike Balutanski said of his squad. Mainly because the Blue Knights learned something about themselves. “Just to never give up,” Cornell said. Wouldn’t the Blue Knights rather open state play with a sweeping statement by cruising through the first round, instead of enduring a match that lasted more than 2½ hours and nearly drove them dizzy? “I would say no,” Harry Parkhurst said. He explained that last year, Sem stormed through its state quarterfinals with a 5-0 victory – “It was pretty uncompetitive,” Harry Parkhurst said – and the team wasn’t prepared to face a difficult semifinal match that knocked the Blue Knights from the tournament. “Going to states (quarterfinals), it’s good to have this experience,” Harry Parkhurst said. “I think it shows us our team isn’t unstoppable. It shows our singles players have that mental toughness, that we can come back.” The Blue Knights are coming back to Hershey this weekend feeling a lot better about themselves, knowing that a real battle brings out their best.

Paul Sokoloski is a Times Leader sports columnist. You may reach him at 970-7109 or email him at psokoloski@timesleader.com.

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L O C A L C A L E N D A R Today's Events H.S. BASEBALL Berwick at Wyoming Area, 2:30 p.m. Coughlin at Hazleton Area, 4:15 p.m. Dallas at Tunkhannock, 4:15 p.m. Hanover Area at Meyers, 4:15 p.m. Nanticoke at Holy Redeemer, 4:15 p.m. Northwest at MMI Prep, 4:15 p.m. Pittston Area at Crestwood, 4:15 p.m. H.S. GIRLS SOCCER MMI Prep at Meyers, 4:15 p.m. H.S. SOFTBALL Berwick at Wyoming Area, 4:15 p.m. Coughlin at Hazleton Area, 4:15 p.m. Dallas at Tunkhannock, 4:15 p.m. Hanover Area at Meyers, 2:30 p.m. Meyers at Wyoming Seminary, 5 p.m. Nanticoke at Holy Redeemer, 4:15 p.m. Northwest at MMI Prep, 4:15 p.m. H.S. BOYS TENNIS District 2 doubles tournament semifinals and finals H.S. TRACK AND FIELD District 2 Class 2A Meet at Scranton Memorial Stadium, 3 p.m. H.S. BOYS VOLLEYBALL Nanticoke at Wyoming Valley West Tunkhannock at Holy Redeemer FRIDAY, MAY 18 H.S. BASEBALL Hanover Area at Northwest, 3:30 p.m. Berwick at Dallas, 4:15 p.m. Crestwood at Nanticoke, 4:30 p.m. H.S. BOYS VOLLEYBALL District 2-11 Class 3A Regional Wyoming Valley West at Parkland or Emmaus H.S. BOYS TENNIS PIAA Team Championships (at Hershey Racquet Club) Wyoming Seminary vs. Hampton, 12:30 p.m. H.S. SOFTBALL Hanover Area at Northwest, 3:30 p.m. Crestwood at Hazleton Area, 4:15 p.m. North Schuylkill at Berwick, 4:15 p.m. H.S. GIRLS SOCCER District 2 tournament first round COLLEGE TRACK AND FIELD ECAC Championships SATURDAY, MAY 19 H.S. BASEBALL Pittston Area at Holy Redeemer, noon Meyers at Northwest at Gibby Field, 1 p.m. Lake-Lehman at MMI Prep, 3 p.m. Meyers at Wyoming Seminary, 4 p.m. Hazleton Area at Holy Redeemer (suspended game), 4 p.m. H.S SOFTBALL Holy Redeemer at Pittston Area, 11 a.m. Lake-Lehman at MMI Prep, 3 p.m. Crestwood at Nanticoke, 4:15 p.m. COLLEGE TRACK AND FIELD ECAC Championships SUNDAY, MAY 20 H.S. BASEBALL GAR at Meyers, noon

T R A N S A C T I O N S BASEBALL Major League Baseball MLB—Suspended Toronto 3B Brett Lawrie four games and fined him for his aggressive actions toward umpire Bill Miller during a May 15 game against Tampa Bay. American League CLEVELAND INDIANS—Assigned RHP Dan Wheeler outright to Columbus (IL). Released RHP Robinson Tejeda. KANSAS CITY ROYALS—Promoted OF Wil Myers and RHP Jake Odorizzi from Northwest Arkansas (Texas) to Omaha (PCL). MINNESOTA TWINS—Activated 1B Justin Morneau from the 15-day DL. TAMPA BAY RAYS—Acquired OF Rich Thompson from Philadelphia Phillies for OF Kyle Hudson. Placed OF Brandon Guyer on the 15-day DL, retroactive to May 13. Transferred RHP Jeff Niemann from the 15- to 60-day DL. National League PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES—Placed RHP Vance Worley on the 15-day DL, retroactive to May 12. Recalled LHP Joe Savery from Lehigh Valley (IL). PITTSBURGH PIRATES—Recalled RHP Evan Meek from Indianapolis (IL). Optioned OF Alex Presley to Indianapolis.

BASKETBALL

National Basketball Association NBA—Fined Los Angeles Lakers F Devin Ebanks $25,000, for actions prior to and following his ejection from the May 14 game at Oklahoma City. Fined Los Angeles Lakers C Andrew Bynum $15,000, for failing to make himself available to the media following the Lakers’ May 15 practice. Women's National Basketball Association MINNESOTA LYNX—Waived G Queralt Casas and F Julie Wojta.

FOOTBALL

National Football League ARIZONA CARDINALS—Signed DE Landon Cohen. KANSAS CITY CHIEFS—Signed OL Jeff Allen, DB De’Quan Menzie, DB Dominique Ellis, OL Rich Ranglin, TE Martin Rucker and LB Leon Williams. MINNESOTA VIKINGS—Signed DE Nick Reed. Waived DE Kevin Cyrille. United States Football League USFL—Named Jeff Garcia to the board of advisors, who will serve on the player development branch.

HOCKEY

National Hockey League NHL—Suspended Phoenix F Martin Hanzal one game for boarding Los Angeles F Dustin Brown during a May 15 game.

COLLEGE

GEORGE WASHINGTON—Named Emma Wright women’s assistant soccer coach. TOLEDO—Announced sophomore men’s basketball F J.D. Weatherspoon is transferring from Ohio State.

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AUTO RACING 8 p.m. SPEED — NASCAR, Sprint Cup, exhibition, Pit Crew Challenge, at Concord, N.C. (same-day tape)

CYCLING

4:30 p.m. NBCSN — Tour of California, stage 5, at Bakersfield, Calif.

GOLF

8 a.m. TGC — European PGA Tour, Volvo World Match Play, first round group stage, at Malaga, Spain 12:30 p.m. TGC — Nationwide Tour, BMW Charity Pro-Am, first round, at Greer, S.C., Greenville, N.C., and Spartanburg, S.C. 3 p.m. TGC — PGA Tour, Byron Nelson Championship, first round, at Irving, Texas 6:30 p.m. TGC — LPGA, Sybase Match Play Championship, first round matches, at Gladstone, N.J. (same-day tape)

HOCKEY

6 a.m. NBCSN — IIHF World Championships, quarterfinals, Canada vs. Slovakia, at Helsinki 8:30 a.m. NBCSN — IIHF World Championships, quarterfinals, Russia vs. Norway, at Stockholm 11 a.m. NBCSN — IIHF World Championships, quarterfinals, United States vs. Finland, at Helsinki 2 p.m. NBCSN — IIHF World Championships, quarterfinals, Sweden vs. Czech Republic, at Stockholm

MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL

7 p.m. MLB — Regional coverage, Boston at Tampa Bay ROOT — Washington at Pittsburgh YES — Tampa Bay at N.Y. Yankees 8 p.m. WGN — Philadelphia at Chicago Cubs

NBA BASKETBALL

7 p.m. ESPN — Playoffs, conference semifinals, game 3, Miami at Indiana 9:30 p.m. ESPN — Playoffs, conference semifinals, game 2, L.A. Clippers at San Antonio

NHL HOCKEY

9 p.m. NBCSN — Playoffs, conference finals, game 3, Phoenix at Los Angeles

B O X I N G Fight Schedule May 18 At The Times Union Center, Albany, N.Y. (ESPN), Karim Mayfield vs. Raymond Serrano, 10, for Mayfield’s WBO NABO light welterweight title. At Dover (Del.) Downs Hotel & Casino, Mike Mollo vs. Franklin Lawrence, 10, for the vacant NABA heavyweight title; Mike Stewart vs. Christopher Fernandez, 10, for the WBU welterweight title. May 19 At Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, Juan Carlos Sanchez Jr. vs. Juan Alberto Rosas, 12, for Sanchez’s IBF junior bantamweight title. May 24 At Boston House of Blues, Danny O’Connor vs. Daniel Sostre, 10, junior welterweights.

THE TIMES LEADER

BULLETIN BOARD

H O C K E Y National Hockey League FIRST ROUND (Best-of-7) EASTERN CONFERENCE N.Y. Rangers 4, Ottawa 3 Thursday, April 12: NY Rangers 4, Ottawa 2 Saturday, April 14: Ottawa 3, NY Rangers 2, OT Monday, April 16: NY Rangers 1, Ottawa 0 Wednesday, April 18: Ottawa 3, NY Rangers 2, OT Saturday, April 21: Ottawa 2, NY Rangers 0 Monday, April 23: NY Rangers 3, Ottawa 2 Thursday, April 26: N.Y. Rangers 2, Ottawa 1 Washington 4, Boston 3 Thursday, April 12: Boston 1, Washington 0, OT Saturday, April 14: Washington 2, Boston 1, 2OT Monday, April 16: Boston 4, Washington 3 Thursday, April 19: Washington 2, Boston 1 Saturday, April 21: Washington 4, Boston 3 Sunday, April 22: Boston 4, Washington 3, OT Wednesday, April 25: Washington 2, Boston 1, OT New Jersey 4, Florida 3 Friday, April 13: New Jersey 3, Florida 2 Sunday, April 15: Florida 4, New Jersey 2 Tuesday, April 17: Florida 4, New Jersey 3 Thursday, April 19: New Jersey 4, Florida 0 Saturday, April 21: Florida 3, New Jersey 0 Tuesday, April 24: New Jersey 3, Florida 2, OT Thursday, April 26: New Jersey 3, Florida 2, 2OT Philadelphia 4, Pittsburgh 2 Wednesday, April 11: Philadelphia 4, Pittsburgh 3, OT Friday, April 13: Philadelphia 8, Pittsburgh 5 Sunday, April 15: Philadelphia 8, Pittsburgh 4 Wednesday, April 18: Pittsburgh 10, Philadelphia 3 Friday, April 20: Pittsburgh 3, Philadelphia 2 Sunday, April 22: Philadelphia 5, Pittsburgh 1 WESTERN CONFERENCE Los Angeles 4, Vancouver 1 Wednesday, April 11: Los Angeles 4, Vancouver 2 Friday, April 13: Los Angeles 4, Vancouver 2 Sunday, April 15: Los Angeles 1, Vancouver 0 Wednesday, April 18: Vancouver 3, Los Angeles 1 Sunday, April 22: Los Angeles 2, Vancouver 1, OT St. Louis 4, San Jose 1 Thursday, April 12: San Jose 3, St. Louis 2, 2OT Saturday, April 14: St. Louis 3, San Jose 0 Monday, April 16: St. Louis 4, San Jose 3 Thursday, April 19: St. Louis 2, San Jose 1 Saturday, April 21: St. Louis 3, San Jose 1 Phoenix 4, Chicago 2 Thursday, April 12: Phoenix 3, Chicago 2, OT Saturday, April 14: Chicago 4, Phoenix 3, OT Tuesday, April 17: Phoenix 3, Chicago 2, OT Thursday, April 19: Phoenix 3, Chicago 2, OT Saturday, April 21: Chicago 2, Phoenix 1, OT Monday, April 23: Phoenix 4, Chicago 0 Nashville 4, Detroit 1 Wednesday, April 11: Nashville 3, Detroit 2 Friday, April 13: Detroit 3, Nashville 2 Sunday, April 15: Nashville 3, Detroit 2 Tuesday, April 17: Nashville 3, Detroit 1 Friday, April 20: Nashville 2, Detroit 1 CONFERENCE SEMIFINALS EASTERN CONFERENCE N.Y. Rangers 4, Washington 3 Saturday, April 28: NY Rangers 3, Washington 1 Monday, April 30: Washington 3, NY Rangers 2 Wednesday, May 2: NY Rangers 2, Washington 1, 3OT Saturday, May 5: Washington 3, NY Rangers 2 Monday, May 7: NY Rangers 3, Washington 2, OT Wednesday, May 9: Washington 2, NY Rangers 1 Saturday, May 12: NY Rangers 2, Washington 1 New Jersey 4, Philadelphia 1 Sunday, April 29: Philadelphia 4, New Jersey 3, OT Tuesday, May 1: New Jersey 4, Philadelphia 1 Thursday, May 3: New Jersey 4, Philadelphia 3, OT Sunday, May 6: New Jersey 4, Philadelphia 2 Tuesday, May 8: New Jersey 3, Philadelphia 1 WESTERN CONFERENCE Phoenix 4, Nashville 1 Friday, April 27: Phoenix 4, Nashville 3, OT Sunday, April 29: Phoenix 5, Nashville 3 Wednesday, May 2: Nashville 2, Phoenix 0 Friday, May 4: Phoenix 1, Nashville 0 Monday, May 7: Phoenix 2, Nashville 1 Los Angeles 4, St. Louis 0 Saturday, April 28: Los Angeles 3, St. Louis 1 Monday, April 30: Los Angeles 5, St. Louis 2 Thursday, May 3: Los Angeles 4, St. Louis 2 Sunday, May 6: Los Angeles 3, St. Louis 1 CONFERENCE FINALS EASTERN CONFERENCE N.Y. Rangers 1, New Jersey 1 Monday, May 14: NY Rangers 3, New Jersey 0 Wednesday, May 16: New Jersey 3, NY Rangers 2 Saturday, May 19: NY Rangers at New Jersey, 1 p.m. Monday, May 21: NY Rangers at New Jersey, 8 p.m. x-Wednesday, May 23: New Jersey at NY Rangers, 8 p.m. x-Friday, May 25: NY Rangers at New Jersey, 8 p.m. x-Sunday, May 27: New Jersey at NY Rangers, 8 p.m. WESTERN CONFERENCE Los Angeles 2, Phoenix 0 Sunday, May 13: Los Angeles 4, Phoenix 2 Tuesday, May 15: Los Angeles 4, Phoenix 0 Thursday, May 17: Phoenix at Los Angeles, 9 p.m. Sunday, May 20: Phoenix at Los Angeles, 3 p.m. x-Tuesday, May 22: Los Angeles at Phoenix, 9 p.m. x-Thursday, May 24: Phoenix at Los Angeles, 9 p.m. x-Saturday, May 26: Los Angeles at Phoenix, 8 p.m.

AHL

CONFERENCE QUARTERFINALS 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 3, Manchester 1 Friday, April 20: Norfolk 3, Manchester 2 Saturday, April 21: Manchester 5, Norfolk 2 Wednesday, April 25: Norfolk 5, Manchester 2 Friday, April 27: Norfolk 4, Manchester 3, OT Wilkes-Barre/Scranton 3, Hershey 2 Friday, April 20: Wilkes-Barre/Scranton 3, Hershey 1 Saturday, April 21: Wilkes-Barre/Scranton 7, Hershey 2 Wednesday, April 25: Hershey 4, Wilkes-Barre/ Scranton 3, OT Friday, April 27: Hershey 4, Wilkes-Barre/Scranton 1 Saturday, April 28: Wilkes-Barre/Scranton 2, Hershey 1 WESTERN CONFERENCE Toronto 3, Rochester 0 Thursday, April 19: Toronto 4, Rochester 3 Saturday, April 21: Toronto 4, Rochester 3 Monday, April 23: Toronto 3, Rochester 0 EASTERN CONFERENCE St. John's 3, Syracuse 1 Friday, April 20: St. John’s 3, Syracuse 2 Saturday, April 21: Syracuse 4, St. John’s 3 Wednesday, April 25: St. John’s 5, Syracuse 1 Friday, April 27: St. John’s 4, Syracuse 3, OT WESTERN CONFERENCE San Antonio 3, Chicago 2 Thursday, April 19: San Antonio 5, Chicago 4, OT Saturday, April 21: San Antonio 4, Chicago 3 Tuesday, April 24: Chicago 3, San Antonio 2 Wednesday, April 25: Chicago 3, San Antonio 1 Friday, April 27: San Antonio 3, Chicago 2, 2OT Oklahoma City 3, 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: Oklahoma City 5, Houston 2 Abbotsford 3, Milwaukee 0 Friday, April 20: Abbotsford 6, Milwaukee 2 Sunday, April 22: Abbotsford 4, Milwaukee 2 Wednesday, April 25: Abbotsford 4, Milwaukee 2 CONFERENCE SEMIFINALS BEST OF 7 EASTERN CONFERENCE Norfolk 4, Connecticut 2 Wednesday, May 2: Connecticut 3, Norfolk 2, OT Friday, May 4: Norfolk 4, Connecticut 1 Sunday, May 6: Norfolk 4, Connecticut 3 Monday, May 7: Connecticut 4, Norfolk 1 Wednesday, May 9: Norfolk 4, Connecticut 0 Friday, May 11: Norfolk 2, Connecticut 1, OT St. John's 4, Wilkes-Barre/Scranton 3 Tuesday, May 1: St. John’s 3, Wilkes-Barre/Scranton 1 Wednesday, May 2: Wilkes-Barre/Scranton 3, St. John’s 1 Saturday, May 5: St. John’s 2, Wilkes-Barre/Scranton 1, OT Sunday, May 6: St. John’s 3, Wilkes-Barre/Scranton 2, OT Tuesday, May 8: Wilkes-Barre/Scranton 3, St. John’s 2, 2OT Friday, May 11: Wilkes-Barre/Scranton 4, St. John’s 2 Saturday, May 12: St. John’s 3, Wilkes-Barre/Scranton 2 WESTERN CONFERENCE Toronto 4, Abbotsford 1 Tuesday, May 1: Abbotsford 3, Toronto 1 Thursday, May 3: Toronto 5, Abbotsford 1 Saturday, May 5: Toronto 4, Abbotsford 1 Tuesday, May 8: Toronto 3, Abbotsford 1 Wednesday, May 9: Toronto 3, Abbotsford 2, OT Oklahoma City 4, San Antonio 1 Thursday, May 3: San Antonio 6, Oklahoma City 4 Saturday, May 5: Oklahoma City 5, San Antonio 4, OT Monday, May 7: Oklahoma City 2, San Antonio 1, OT Thursday, May 10: Oklahoma City 2, San Antonio 1, OT Friday, May 11: Oklahoma City 4, San Antonio 3 CONFERENCE FINALS BEST OF 7 EASTERN CONFERENCE Norfolk vs. St. John's Thursday, May 17: St. John’s at Norfolk, 7:15 p.m. Saturday, May 19: St. John’s at Norfolk, 8 p.m. Monday, May 21: Norfolk at St. John’s, 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 22: Norfolk at St. John’s, 6 p.m. x-Saturday, May 26: Norfolk at St. John’s, 6 p.m. x-Tuesday, May 29: St. John’s at Norfolk, 7:15 p.m. x-Wednesday, May 30: St. John’s at Norfolk, 7:15 p.m. WESTERN CONFERENCE Oklahoma City vs. Toronto Thursday, May 17: Toronto at Oklahoma City, 8 p.m. Friday, May 18: Toronto at Oklahoma City, 8 p.m. Monday, May 21: Oklahoma City at Toronto, 3 p.m. Wednesday, May 23: Oklahoma City at Toronto, 7 p.m. x-Friday, May 25: Oklahoma City at Toronto, 7 p.m. x-Monday, May 28: Toronto at Oklahoma City, 8 p.m. x-Wednesday, May 30: Toronto at Oklahoma City, 8 p.m.

AMERICA’S LINE

MEETINGS

By Roxy Roxborough

Wyoming Valley American Legion Baseball will hold its annual dinner meeting on Saturday, May 19, 6:00 p.m. at Nanticoke Post 350, 23 West Broad St, Nanticoke. Team rosters will be available. Duryea Little League will hold its regular monthly meeting Sunday at 7 p.m. at the Duryea Little League field. Hanover Area Boys Varsity Soccer Booster Club will be meeting Monday at 6:00 PM in the sigh school Cafeteria. All parents are encouraged to attend!

BOXING REPORT: The WBA/IBF welterweight title fight on May 19 in Las Vegas, Nevada, between Amir Khan and Lamont Peterson has been canceled; BASEBALL Favorite

Odds

Underdog

American League INDIANS

-$155

Mariners

TIGERS

-$225

Twins

RANGERS

-$190

A’s

ROYALS

-$125

Orioles

ANGELS

-$160

White Sox

Yankees

-$112

BLUE JAYS

RAYS

-$125

Red Sox

National League Reds

-$108

METS

ROCKIES

-$105

D’backs

ECHL CONFERENCE FINALS BEST OF 7 EASTERN CONFERENCE Florida 4, Kalamazoo 1 Friday, April 27: Florida 2, Kalamazoo 0 Saturday, April 28: Kalamazoo 3, Florida 2 Wednesday, May 2: Florida 7, Kalamazoo 0 Thursday, May 3: Florida 7, Kalamazoo 3 Saturday, May 5: Florida 3, Kalamazoo 1 WESTERN CONFERENCE Las Vegas 4, Alaska 1 Thursday, April 26: Alaska 2, Las Vegas 1 Friday, April 27: Las Vegas 3, Alaska 0 Sunday, April 29: Las Vegas 3, Alaska 2, OT Tuesday, May 1: Las Vegas 3, Alaska 2 Wednesday, May 2: Las Vegas 3, Alaska 1 KELLY CUP FINALS BEST OF 7 Las Vegas 1, Florida 1 Monday, May 14: Las Vegas 2, Florida 1 Tuesday, May 15: Florida 7, Las Vegas 2 Friday, May 18: Las Vegas at Florida, 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 22: Las Vegas at Florida, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 23: Las Vegas at Florida, 7:30 p.m. x-Friday, May 25: Florida at Las Vegas, 10:05 p.m. x-Saturday, May 26: Florida at Las Vegas, 10:05 p.m.

B A S E B A L L International League North Division W L Pct. GB Pawtucket (Red Sox) .............. 26 14 .650 — Lehigh Valley (Phillies) ........... 23 16 .590 21⁄2 Buffalo (Mets)........................... 23 17 .575 3 Yankees ................................... 19 19 .500 6 Syracuse (Nationals)............... 18 22 .450 8 Rochester (Twins) ................... 16 23 .410 91⁄2 South Division W L Pct. GB Gwinnett (Braves) ................... 25 15 .625 — Charlotte (White Sox) ............. 20 19 .513 41⁄2 Norfolk (Orioles) ...................... 16 22 .421 8 Durham (Rays)......................... 15 25 .375 10 West Division W L Pct. GB Indianapolis (Pirates)............... 22 17 .564 — 1 Toledo (Tigers) ........................ 22 18 .550 ⁄2 Columbus (Indians) ................. 19 20 .487 3 Louisville (Reds) ...................... 12 29 .293 11 Wednesday's Games Yankees 3, Toledo 1 Charlotte 5, Norfolk 0, 9 innings, 1st game Columbus 6, Syracuse 2 Lehigh Valley 1, Indianapolis 0 Rochester 4, Louisville 1 Buffalo 14, Gwinnett 7 Pawtucket at Durham, 7:05 p.m. Charlotte at Norfolk, 2nd game, ppd., rain Today's Games Charlotte at Norfolk, 6:15 p.m., 1st game Yankees at Toledo, 6:30 p.m. Syracuse at Columbus, 6:35 p.m. Louisville at Rochester, 7:05 p.m. Pawtucket at Durham, 7:05 p.m. Gwinnett at Buffalo, 7:05 p.m. Indianapolis at Lehigh Valley, 7:05 p.m. Charlotte at Norfolk, 8:45 p.m., 2nd game Friday's Games Yankees at Toledo, 7 p.m. Gwinnett at Buffalo, 7:05 p.m. Syracuse at Columbus, 7:05 p.m. Pawtucket at Durham, 7:05 p.m. Indianapolis at Lehigh Valley, 7:05 p.m. Louisville at Rochester, 7:05 p.m. Charlotte at Norfolk, 7:15 p.m.

Eastern League

Eastern Division W L Pct. GB New Britain (Twins) ................. 23 15 .605 — Reading (Phillies) .................... 23 15 .605 — Trenton (Yankees)................... 19 17 .528 3 Binghamton (Mets).................. 18 19 .486 41⁄2 1 New Hampshire (Blue Jays)... 15 22 .405 7 ⁄2 Portland (Red Sox).................. 14 25 .359 91⁄2 Western Division W L Pct. GB Akron (Indians)......................... 23 14 .622 — Harrisburg (Nationals)............. 22 16 .579 11⁄2 Erie (Tigers) ............................. 20 18 .526 31⁄2 Richmond (Giants) .................. 19 20 .487 5 Altoona (Pirates) ...................... 15 22 .405 8 1 Bowie (Orioles) ........................ 15 23 .395 8 ⁄2 Wednesday's Games Erie 2, Akron 1 Reading 7, Portland 3 New Hampshire 3, New Britain 0, 1st game Binghamton 1, Trenton 0 Harrisburg 3, Richmond 1 Altoona 4, Bowie 3, 10 innings New Britain 6, New Hampshire 3, 2nd game Today's Games New Hampshire at New Britain, 10:35 a.m. Trenton at Binghamton, 6:35 p.m. Harrisburg at Richmond, 6:35 p.m. Altoona at Bowie, 7:05 p.m. Friday's Games Binghamton at Portland, 6 p.m. Erie at Altoona, 6:30 p.m. Bowie at Harrisburg, 7 p.m. Richmond at Akron, 7:05 p.m. Trenton at New Hampshire, 7:05 p.m. New Britain at Reading, 7:05 p.m.

S O C C E R Major League Soccer EASTERN CONFERENCE ............................................ W L T Pts GF GA New York........................... 7 3 1 22 23 16 Sporting Kansas City ....... 7 3 0 21 13 7 D.C..................................... 6 4 3 21 22 16 Chicago ............................. 4 2 3 15 11 10 New England .................... 4 6 0 12 12 13 Houston ............................. 3 3 3 12 8 9 Montreal ............................ 3 5 3 12 12 16 Columbus.......................... 3 4 2 11 8 11 Philadelphia ...................... 2 6 1 7 7 12 Toronto FC........................ 0 8 0 0 6 18 WESTERN CONFERENCE ............................................ W L T Pts GF GA Real Salt Lake .................. 8 3 2 26 19 12 San Jose............................ 7 2 2 23 22 12 Seattle................................ 7 2 1 22 13 4 Vancouver ......................... 5 3 2 17 10 11 Colorado............................ 5 6 0 15 15 14 FC Dallas .......................... 3 6 3 12 11 18 Los Angeles ...................... 3 5 2 11 12 15 Chivas USA ...................... 3 6 1 10 6 12 Portland ............................. 2 5 3 9 9 13 NOTE: Three points for victory, one point for tie. Tuesday's Games Houston 0, Portland 0, tie Wednesday's Games D.C. United 2, Colorado 0 Saturday's Games Seattle FC at Vancouver, 5 p.m. Houston at New England, 7:30 p.m. New York at Montreal, 7:30 p.m. Toronto FC at D.C. United, 7:30 p.m. Philadelphia at FC Dallas, 8:30 p.m. Sporting Kansas City at Colorado, 9 p.m. Columbus at San Jose, 10:30 p.m. Los Angeles at Chivas USA, 10:30 p.m. Sunday's Games Chicago at Portland, 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 23 Chivas USA at New York, 7 p.m. FC Dallas at Chicago, 8:30 p.m. Columbus at Seattle FC, 10 p.m. San Jose at Los Angeles, 10:30 p.m. Saturday, May 26 Los Angeles at Houston, 2:30 p.m. Philadelphia at Toronto FC, 4:30 p.m. Chicago at Columbus, 7 p.m. New England at D.C. United, 7:30 p.m. Montreal at Colorado, 9 p.m. FC Dallas at Real Salt Lake, 9 p.m. Vancouver at Portland, 10 p.m. Seattle FC at Chivas USA, 10:30 p.m. Sunday, May 27 San Jose at Sporting Kansas City, 4:30 p.m.

GIANTS

-$120

Cards

NATIONALS

-$160

Pirates

BRAVES

-$142

Marlins

Brewers

-$147

ASTROS

Phillies

-$175

CUBS

PADRES

-$120

Dodgers

NBA Favorite Heat SPURS

Points

Underdog

PACERS

Clippers

NHL Favorite

Odds

Underdog

KINGS

-$200/ +$170

Coyotes

B A S K E T B A L L NBA FIRST ROUND (Best-of-7) EASTERN CONFERENCE Philadelphia 4, Chicago 2 Saturday, April 28: Chicago 103, Philadelphia 91 Tuesday, May 1: Philadelphia 109, Chicago 92 Friday, May 4: Philadelphia 79, Chicago 74 Sunday, May 6: Philadelphia 89, Chicago 82 Tuesday, May 8: Chicago 77, Philadelphia 69 Thursday, May 10: Philadelphia 79, Chicago 78 Miami 4, New York 1 Saturday, April 28: Miami 100, New York 67 Monday, April 30: Miami 104, New York 94 Thursday, May 3: Miami 87, New York 70 Sunday, May 6: New York 89, Miami 87 Wednesday, May 9: Miami 106, New York 94 Indiana 4, Orlando 1 Saturday, April 28: Orlando 81, Indiana 77 Monday, April 30: Indiana 93, Orlando 78 Wednesday, May 2: Indiana 97, Orlando 74 Saturday, May 5: Indiana 101, Orlando 99, OT Tuesday, May 8: Indiana 105, Orlando 87 Boston 4, Atlanta 2 Sunday, April 29: Atlanta 83, Boston 74 Tuesday, May 1: Boston 87, Atlanta 80 Friday, May 4: Boston 90, Atlanta 84, OT Sunday, May 6: Boston 101, Atlanta 79 Tuesday, May 8: Atlanta 87, Boston 86 Thursday, May 10: Boston 83, Atlanta 80 WESTERN CONFERENCE San Antonio 4, Utah 0 Sunday, April 29: San Antonio 106, Utah 91 Wednesday, May 2: San Antonio 114, Utah 83 Saturday, May 5: San Antonio 102, Utah 90 Monday, May 7: San Antonio 87, Utah 81 Oklahoma City 4, Dallas 0 Saturday, April 28: Oklahoma City 99, Dallas 98 Monday, April 30: Oklahoma City 102, Dallas 99 Thursday, May 3: Oklahoma City 95, Dallas 79 Saturday, May 5: Oklahoma City 103, Dallas 97 L.A. Lakers 4, Denver 3 Sunday, April 29: L.A. Lakers 103, Denver 88 Tuesday, May 1: L.A. Lakers 104, Denver 100 Friday, May 4: Denver 99, L.A. Lakers 84 Sunday, May 6: L.A. Lakers 92, Denver 88 Tuesday, May 8: Denver 102, L.A. Lakers 99 Thursday, May 10: Denver 113, L.A. Lakers 96 Saturday, May 12: L.A. Lakers 96, Denver 87 L.A. Clippers 4, Memphis 3 Sunday, April 29: L.A. Clippers 99, Memphis 98 Wednesday, May 2: Memphis 105, L.A. Clippers 98 Saturday, May 5: L.A. Clippers 87, Memphis 86 Monday, May 7: L.A. Clippers 101, Memphis 97, OT Wednesday, May 9: Memphis 92, L.A. Clippers 80 Friday, May 11: Memphis 90, L.A. Clippers 88 Sunday, May 13: L.A. Clippers 82, Memphis 72 CONFERENCE SEMIFINALS EASTERN CONFERENCE Boston 2, Philadelphia 1 Saturday, May 12: Boston 92, Philadelphia 91 Monday, May 14: Philadelphia 82, Boston 81 Wednesday, May 16: Boston 107, Philadelphia 91 Friday, May 18: Boston at Philadelphia, 8 p.m. Monday, May 21: Philadelphia at Boston, 7 or 8 p.m. x-Wednesday, May 23: Boston at Philadelphia, TBD x-Saturday, May 26: Philadelphia at Boston, TBD Miami 1, Indiana 1 Sunday, May 13: Miami 95, Indiana 86 Tuesday, May 15: Indiana 78, Miami 75 Thursday, May 17: Miami at Indiana, 7 p.m. Sunday, May 20: Miami at Indiana, 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 22: Indiana at Miami, 7 or 8 p.m. x-Thursday, May 24: Miami at Indiana, TBD x-Saturday, May 26: Indiana at Miami, TBD WESTERN CONFERENCE Oklahoma City 1, L.A. Lakers 0 Monday, May 14: Oklahoma City 119, L.A. Lakers 90 Wednesday, May 16: L.A. Lakers at Oklahoma City, late Friday, May 18: Oklahoma City at L.A. Lakers, 10:30 p.m. Saturday, May 19: Oklahoma City at L.A. Lakers, 10:30 p.m. x-Monday, May 21: L.A. Lakers at Oklahoma City, 9:30 p.m. x-Wednesday, May 23: Oklahoma City at L.A. Lakers, TBD x-Sunday, May 27: L.A. Lakers at Oklahoma City, TBD San Antonio 1, L.A. Clippers 0 Tuesday, May 15: San Antonio 108, L.A. Clippers 92 Thursday, May 17: L.A. Clippers at San Antonio, 9:30 p.m. Saturday, May 19: San Antonio at L.A. Clippers, 3:30 p.m. Sunday, May 20: San Antonio at L.A. Clippers, 10:30 p.m. x-Tuesday, May 22: L.A. Clippers at San Antonio, 9:30 p.m. x-Friday, May 25: San Antonio at L.A. Clippers, TBD x-Sunday, May 27: L.A. Clippers at San Antonio, TBD NBA Executive of the Year Voting Selected by a panel of fellow team executives, who were awarded five points for each first-place vote, three points for each second-place vote and one point for each third-place vote received: Executive, Team.............................Points .......................................................... 1st2nd3rdPts Larry Bird, Indiana.......................... 12 8 4 88 R.C. Buford, San Antonio.............. 8 4 4 56 Neil Olshey, L.A. Clippers............. 6 7 4 55 Gar Forman, Chicago .................... 2 2 - 16 Kevin O’Connor, Utah ................... - 2 4 10 Glen Grunwald, New York ............ - 2 2 8 Pat Riley, Miami .............................. 1 - 2 7 Sam Presti, Oklahoma City........... 1 - - 5 Chris Wallace, Memphis ............... - 1 2 5 NBA LEADERS PLAYOFFS / INCLUDES GAMES OF TUESDAY, MAY 15, 2012 SCORING AVERAGE ..........................................................GFGFTPTSAVG James, MIA..................................... 7 65 62 199 28.4 Bryant, LAL ..................................... 8 84 40 224 28.0 Anthony, NYK................................. 5 52 31 139 27.8 Nowitzki, DAL................................. 4 34 38 107 26.8 Durant, OKC ................................... 5 43 34 131 26.2 Westbrook, OKC............................ 5 44 23 116 23.2 Wade, MIA ...................................... 7 59 38 158 22.6 Garnett, BOS.................................. 8 64 27 156 19.5 Gay, MEM ....................................... 7 48 33 133 19.0 Lawson, DEN.................................. 7 56 12 133 19.0 Davis, ORL ..................................... 5 39 17 95 19.0 Paul, LAC ........................................ 8 52 36 149 18.6 Pierce, BOS.................................... 8 47 44 148 18.5 Jefferson, UTA ............................... 4 36 1 73 18.3 Parker, SAN.................................... 5 31 28 91 18.2 Harden, OKC.................................. 5 24 36 90 18.0 Granger, IND .................................. 7 46 18 125 17.9

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Pocono Downs Tuesday May 15, 2012 First - $6,000 Trot 1:56.4 5-Little Rooster (Ja Morrill Jr) 2.60 2.20 2.10 8-Carscot Nexus (Jo Pavia Jr) 6.00 3.20 4-Foxy Lady De Vie (Ge Napolitano Jr) 3.20 EXACTA (5-8) $16.20 TRIFECTA (5-8-4) $83.40 50 CENT TRIFECTA (50 Cent) $20.85 SUPERFECTA (5-8-4-2) $269.20 10 CENT SUPERFECTA (10 Cent) $13.46 Second - $9,500 Pace 1:52.1 7-Stallone Blue Chip (Ge Napolitano Jr) 5.40 2.20 2.10 1-He’s Shore Tan (Br Simpson) 2.10 2.10 2-Hawaii And Sun (Th Jackson) 3.40 EXACTA (7-1) $8.80 TRIFECTA (7-1-2) $30.00 50 CENT TRIFECTA (50 Cent) $7.50 SUPERFECTA (7-1-2-6) $202.40 10 CENT SUPERFECTA (10 Cent) $10.12 DAILY DOUBLE (5-7) $7.60 Scratched: Mr Govianni Fra Third - $9,000 Trot 1:55.1 2-Hellogottagobuhbye (An McCarthy) 5.60 3.20 3.60 5-Casanova Lindy (An Napolitano) 5.60 4.80 1-Mr Hobbs (Ge Napolitano Jr) 4.80 EXACTA (2-5) $20.80 TRIFECTA (2-5-1) $79.00 50 CENT TRIFECTA (50 Cent) $19.75 SUPERFECTA (2-5-1-6) $237.60 10 CENT SUPERFECTA (10 Cent) $11.88 Scratched: Marion Merlot Fourth - $4,500 Pace 1:53.2 7-Kel’s Return (Ge Napolitano Jr) 4.40 3.60 2.40 2-Herzon (An Napolitano) 3.60 3.20 1-Chaco Hanover (Ji Taggart Jr) 5.20 EXACTA (7-2) $16.40 TRIFECTA (7-2-1) $70.20 50 CENT TRIFECTA (50 Cent) $17.55 SUPERFECTA (7-2-1-5) $516.80 10 CENT SUPERFECTA (10 Cent) $25.84 Scratched: Stonebridge Deco

REGISTRATION/TRYOUTS Abington Soccer Club (ASC) is holding tryouts for fall, competitive soccer teams for boys for age groups U12 and U13. Boys born on or between August 1, 1999 and July 21, 2001 are eligible and there is no residency requirement. Tryouts are May 17 and 22 from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. at the middle soccer field near the State Hospital on Winola Rd and West Grove St in Clarks Summit. Info on our website at leaguelineup.com/abtravel. Please call the hotline phone at 585-6938 the day of the tryout in case of any changes. For more info email abtravelsoc@yahoo.com or call Mike at 586-2147. Crestwood Comets Boys Basketball Camp is accepting applications for this season under the direction of head coach Mark Atherton. The camp will be held the week of June 11 to June 15. The morning sessions will be for boys entering 3rd through 5th grade. The afternoon session is for boys entering grades 6th through 9th. Both sessions will be held at the Crestwood Middle School. For more information call Coach Atherton at 825-4116 or email him at mark.atherton@csdcomets.org. Forty Fort Soccer Club will hold a final registration for the fall season on Saturday from 9-11 AM in the basement of the Forty Fort Borough Building. Forms and more information can be found at www.fortyfortpioneers.org. Holy Redeemer High School Girls Basketball Team is currently accepting registrations for their upcoming summer basketball camp. The camp will be held from 5:30-8:30 from Monday through Thursday June 11-15. The camp is open to any player incoming grades 4th-8th. Cost of the camp will be $75.For more information or to register, contact Coach Parker at cmparker4@yahoo.com or call 570-604-3690 or Coach Lawson at eblawson10@gmail.com or 417-7267. Jim Atherton’s Men’s Adult Basketball League currently has applications are available for this season which will get underway Tuesday May 29. All games will be played at Miner Park basketball courts. There will be two leagues Monday nights & Tuesday nights. Any team interested in playing in the leagues can contact John Leighton at 430-8437. King’s College will be hosting an instructional baseball camp this summer from June 11-14 with June 15 as a weather make up day at King’s College Betzler Fields in Wilkes-Barre Twp. Jerry Greeley, a coach in the Baltimore Orioles Organization and Head Baseball coach at King’s College has announced that he will be hosting a instructional baseball camp at. The camp will run from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. daily. For additional information or to register, go online towww.kingscollegeathletics.com and click baseball, email. Kingston Recreation Center will run a summer youth basketball fundamentals clinic for boys and girls ages 5-7 and 8-10. Registrations are from 6 a.m. – 9 p.m. Mon. through Fri. and 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Sat. and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sundays. Registration will continue until June 22 and can be done at the front desk of the Recreation Center. The camp starts June 23rd and will be from 9:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. for ages 5-7 and 12:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. for ages 8-10. Cost is $25 for members and $35 for non members. Any questions, call the Recreation Center at 287-1106. Fifth - $9,500 Trot 2:00.4 3-Chocolate Cookie (Mi Simons) 5.20 2.20 2.10 1-Mapple Bi (Ja Morrill Jr) 3.00 2.60 4-Likeabatoutoftim (Er Carlson) 6.00 EXACTA (3-1) $11.20 TRIFECTA (3-1-4) $89.60 50 CENT TRIFECTA (50 Cent) $22.40 SUPERFECTA (3-1-4-6) $461.80 10 CENT SUPERFECTA (10 Cent) $23.09 PICK 3 (2-7-3) $73.80 Scratched: Fairway Miss Sixth - $6,000 Pace 1:53.4 5-Goodbye So Long (An McCarthy) 4.60 2.60 2.60 3-Logan M (Jo Pavia Jr) 4.20 3.80 2-Joey Hackett (Th Jackson) 9.00 EXACTA (5-3) $13.00 TRIFECTA (5-3-2) $148.40 50 CENT TRIFECTA (50 Cent) $37.10 SUPERFECTA (5-3-2-8) $763.80 10 CENT SUPERFECTA (10 Cent) $38.19 Seventh - $12,000 Trot 1:54.4 5-Bayside Volo (Ma Kakaley) 6.00 4.20 3.60 3-Taya’s Photo (Ja Morrill Jr) 5.60 5.00 1-Marian’s Man (An Napolitano) 6.00 EXACTA (5-3) $38.20 TRIFECTA (5-3-1) $279.40 50 CENT TRIFECTA (50 Cent) $69.85 SUPERFECTA (5-3-1-8) $2,856.20 10 CENT SUPERFECTA (10 Cent) $142.81 Eighth - $18,000 Pace 1:50.1 1-Southwind Jazmin (Ja Morrill Jr) 2.80 2.40 2.40 5-Runaway Tray (An Napolitano) 5.20 3.00 3-Panagler (Er Carlson) 2.60 EXACTA (1-5) $12.80 TRIFECTA (1-5-3) $64.00 50 CENT TRIFECTA (50 Cent) $16.00 SUPERFECTA (1-5-3-4) $218.20 10 CENT SUPERFECTA (10 Cent) $10.91 Ninth - $8,500 Trot 1:56.2 1-Zero Boundaries (Ho Parker) 18.40 9.20 4.80 3-Ready For Freddie (Ja Morrill Jr) 4.80 2.80 2-Sir Alex Z Tam (Ma Kakaley) 3.80 EXACTA (1-3) $61.00 TRIFECTA (1-3-2) $187.40 50 CENT TRIFECTA (50 Cent) $46.85 SUPERFECTA (1-3-2-6) $1,830.60 10 CENT SUPERFECTA (10 Cent) $91.53 PICK 4 (5-5-1-1 (4 Out of 4)) $324.60 Tenth - $25,000 Pace 1:51.0 2-Billmar Scooter (Ty Buter) 6.20 4.00 3.40 7-Mud Pie Hanover (Ge Napolitano Jr) 6.60 4.80 4-Red Star Hottie (Ma Kakaley) 5.40 EXACTA (2-7) $43.60 TRIFECTA (2-7-4) $201.00 50 CENT TRIFECTA (50 Cent) $50.25 SUPERFECTA (2-7-4-5) $1,080.20 10 CENT SUPERFECTA (10 Cent) $54.01 Eleventh - $6,000 Pace 1:53.4 4-Pilgrims Toner (Ja Morrill Jr) 3.60 2.40 2.10 2-Timewell (An Napolitano) 4.20 2.40

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Nanticoke area Youth Soccer will hold sign-ups Saturday from 10am-2pm & Wednesday May 23 from 6-8p at the Nanticoke High School cafeteria. Plains Yankees Football and Cheerleading Organization will hold registration on Sunday, May20 from 1-3 p.m. at the Plains American Legion, 101 E. Carey St., Plains. Cost is $60 for one child or $75 per family. Please bring a recent picture of your child along with a copy of his or her birth certificate. UPCOMING EVENTS Brussock Bowling League banquet will be held today at Konefal’s on Main Street in Edwardsville at 6 p.m. Cancer Wellness Golf Open will be held Thursday, June 14 at the Irem Country Club in Dallas. The format is a captain and crew. The cost is $125 per person, $500 per team. All proceeds from this event will benefit the services at Candy’s Place. Please register at http:// www.cancerwellnessnepa.org/ golfers.html. Firm A.C. AAU Founder/Director and Crestwood varsity girls coach Isaiah Walker will be conducting the ninth annual Nothing But Net Basketball Camp from June 11-14 at the Kingston Rec Center. Camp will run from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and costs $75 if signing up by June 1st and $90 if after June 1st. If there are any questions, please call James Perez at 235-4832 or e-mail firmacbasketball@gmail.com. Firm A.C. AAU Founder/Director and Crestwood varsity girls coach Isaiah Walker will be hosting the Hand Down Man Down Camp from June 18-21. Cost of the camp is $65, or $50 if you sign up with a family member or friend. Coach Walker, along with other high school coaches and high school conference all stars, will run the threeday camp at the Kingston Rec Center. Players may arrive at 1 p.m. and will be done by 4 p.m. If there are any questions, contact James Perez at 235-4832 or e-mail Coach_Perez_33@yahoo.com. Firm A.C. AAU Founder/Director and Crestwood girls assistant coach James Perez will be hosting the Skills and Drills Camp from June 18-21. Cost of the camp is $65, or $50 if you sign up with a family member or friend. Coach Perez, along with other high school coaches and high school conference all stars, will run the threeday camp at the Kingston Rec Center. Players may arrive by 9 a.m. and will be done by noon. If there are any questions, contact James Perez at 235-4832 or e-mail Coach_Perez_33@yahoo.com. Swing “Fore” The Kids Wyoming Valley Children’s Association will hold a golf tournament on June 1, 2012 at the Mountain Laurel Golf Course in White Haven, PA. Registration begins at 2:00 p.m. with a four-person scramble format scheduled for a shot-gun start at 3:00 p.m. For registration and sponsorship information please call Lori Kozelsky at 570-714-1246 x310 or e-mail at lkozelsky@wvcakids.org. St. Joseph Marello Annual Golf Tournament will be held Sunday June 10 at the Wilkes-Barre Municipal Golf Course. A shotgun start at 8:00 a.m. will be followed by lunch at the Parish Center on William Street in Pittston. The cost is $75 per golfer or $300 per team. The priceincludes, golf, lunch, gifts, and prizes. The golf registration form and hole sponsorships can be obtained by calling 655-1664 or the Rectory at 654-6902. Wilkes Wrestling Reunion will take place June 2-3 on Wilkes’ campus. All former Colonel wrestling team members are invited to the reunion. To register for the event, please contact Jon Laudenslager at 570-408-4035 or email at jon.laudenslager@wilkes.edu.

Bulletin Board items will not be accepted over the telephone. Items may be faxed to 831-7319, emailed to tlsports@der.com or dropped off at the Times Leader or mailed to Times Leader, c/o Sports, 15 N, Main St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0250. 3-Thunder Seelster (Ma Romano) 2.10 EXACTA (4-2) $10.60 TRIFECTA (4-2-3) $37.80 50 CENT TRIFECTA (50 Cent) $9.45 SUPERFECTA (4-2-3-7) $148.80 10 CENT SUPERFECTA (10 Cent) $7.44 Twelfth - $12,000 Trot 1:56.1 3-Fox Valley Smarty (Da Ingraham) 7.60 4.20 2.80 2-Julius Secret (Ge Napolitano Jr) 4.80 4.40 4-Upfront Cashstrike (Ja Morrill Jr) 3.20 EXACTA (3-2) $38.20 TRIFECTA (3-2-4) $185.20 50 CENT TRIFECTA (50 Cent) $46.30 SUPERFECTA (3-2-4-1) $369.40 10 CENT SUPERFECTA (10 Cent) $18.47 PICK 3 (2-4-3) $129.20 Thirteenth - $9,000 Pace 1:51.2 4-Waylon Hanover (An Napolitano) 13.40 4.60 2.80 7-Manhattan Rusty N (Ty Buter) 2.20 2.10 3-One Chaser (Er Carlson) 2.60 EXACTA (4-7) $49.80 TRIFECTA (4-7-3) $169.40 50 CENT TRIFECTA (50 Cent) $42.35 SUPERFECTA (4-7-3-1) $509.40 10 CENT SUPERFECTA (10 Cent) $25.47 Scratched: Tiza Mojo Fourteenth - $9,000 Trot 1:56.0 4-Peggy’s Laughter (Ge Napolitano Jr) 5.80 3.40 2.60 6-Toocloseforcomfort (Ja Morrill Jr) 6.00 5.00 8-Intimidator (An McCarthy) 6.00 EXACTA (4-6) $38.00 TRIFECTA (4-6-8) $323.00 50 CENT TRIFECTA (50 Cent) $80.75 SUPERFECTA (4-6-8-2) $1,059.20 10 CENT SUPERFECTA (10 Cent) $52.96 Scratched: Stood Alone Fifteenth - $9,500 Pace 1:56.1 1-Loco For Cocoa (Jo Kakaley) 54.60 17.80 4.40 6-Rockilles Heel (Ja Morrill Jr) 2.80 2.20 2-Champion’s Club (Er Carlson) 2.20 EXACTA (1-6) $155.00 TRIFECTA (1-6-2) $287.40 50 CENT TRIFECTA (50 Cent) $71.85 SUPERFECTA (1-6-2-3) $2,300.80 10 CENT SUPERFECTA (10 Cent) $115.04 Scratched: Go Squeeze Box Sixteenth - $9,500 Trot 1:58.2 4-Photo Review (Ji Raymer) 17.40 6.20 3.80 2-Genic’s Boy (Ji Taggart Jr) 4.20 3.00 1-The Big Thea Thea (Ty Buter) 5.40 EXACTA (4-2) $89.80 50 CENT TRIFECTA (4-2-1) $303.00 50 CENT TRIFECTA (50 Cent) $75.75 10 CENT SUPERFECTA (4-2-1-6) $1,387.00 10 CENT SUPERFECTA (10 Cent) $69.35 LATE DOUBLE (1-4) $156.60 Scratched: Hi Po Mon Roe Total Handle-$489,858

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DISTRICT 2 TRACK AND FIELD CHAMPIONSHIPS

H.S. GIRLS LACROSSE

Dallas’ Rome runs to two more titles

Seminary rolls to another D2 crown

By TOM ROBINSON For the Times Leader

SCRANTON – The three leaders did not budge from their position for more than 800 meters. Reagan Rome of Dallas held the lead while Tessa Barrett of Abington Heights matched her stride, inches behind, off her right shoulder on the outside. Honesdale’s Summer Hill tucked in immediately behind Rome and Barrett as they came perilously close to tangling with each other for more than half of the 1,600-meter run in the District 2 Class 3A Track and Field Championships on Wednesday. Rome pulled her pursuers along, forcing a rigorous pace while at the same time hoping she had enough left for the closing kick. “Going into the fourth lap, I still had a lot left, so I’m thinking hopefully I can give this my all and I won’t get outkicked,” Rome said after pulling out the first of her two distance wins to finish as the Wyoming Valley Conference’s only double winner among girls. “Last year, Summer kicked by me. I’ve had it happen before.” Not this time. When Hill finally moved past Barrett in the final 200 meters, Rome held up by running her fastest lap last, covering the final 400 meters in about 1:14 for a winning time of 5:04.65. “I was hoping for my time to

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Crusaders matched Scranton Prep at 63. Mujahid Chesson met the state qualifying standard in the 200 meters while finishing second in 22.40 and added a thirdplace finish for Coughlin. The qualifying standard puts him in the PIAA Championships on May 25-26 at Shippensburg University. All of the champions earned spots there. Tom Damiani (800), Ben Robinson (1,600) and Ryan Karnopp (pole vault) won titles for Tunkhannock. Damiani repeated his title in a tight three-way race. He won in 1:56.15, holding off state qualifier Brandon Bednash of Valley View by less than a second. Tunkhannock teammate Alex Nole finished third in 1:57.41, missing a state berth by 9-hundredths of a second. Robinson won the 1,600 by nearly 3 seconds over Jess Adams of Dallas. Karnopp cleared a season-best 14 feet in the pole vault, another event where Dallas had the runner-up. Drew Harding was second with 13-3. Wyoming Area’s Nick O’Brien won the javelin. O’Brien’s 180-3 was good enough to beat fellow state qualifier Robert Castellani of Valley

be a little faster,” Rome said after winning the day’s most competitive event. “I didn’t think I could win with that time, but it was a hard day to race.” The wind was at its strongest during the 1,600 and four runners finished under the state qualifying standard. District 2 competitors can advance to the PIAA Championships by finishing first or by meeting the state standards. In a combined 36 events for boys and girls, only 10 non-winners qualified by meeting the standards and three of them were chasing Rome from the time she took the lead early in the second lap. Hill finished in 5:05.20, Barrett in 5:07.22 and Crestwood’s Hannah Coffin in 5:12.79 to beat the standard of 5:13.37. “The wind was blowing and it was dry out,” said Rome, a sophomore who also won the 3,200 meters, “but four of us qualified, which is amazing.” Rome, Hill and Barrett have pushed each other before, including a 1-2-3 finish in that order in the 2010 District 2 Cross Country Championships when Rome and Barrett were freshmen. “We’ve raced against each other in cross country and track, so we all know each other,” Rome said. “I’ve run against them since seventh grade.” Rome and Barrett had one more race left. They finished 1-2

Veiw by just over a foot. Chris Ehret of Dallas placed second in the 3,200 in 9:25.11 to make it to the PIAA meet. Valley View won its team title by sweeping all three relays. Tunkhannock was fifth out of the 17 teams that scored points with 54½. Dallas was sixth with 53 and Hazleton Area was seventh with 51½. DISTRICT 2 TRACK CHAMPIONSHIP CLASS 3A BOYS Team Standings – Valley View (VV) 116; Scranton Prep (SP) 63; Coughlin (Co) 63; Delaware Valley (DV) 56; Tunkhannock (T) 54 ½; Dallas (Dal) 53; Hazleton Area (Haz) 51 ½; North Pocono (NP) 45; Honesdale (Hon) 32; Wyoming Area (WyoA) 31; Pittston Area (PA) 31; Abington Heights (AH) 29; Wyoming Valley West (WVW) 24; Berwick (B) 19; Wallenpaupack (Wal) 16; Scranton(Scr) 14; Crestwood (Cr) 3. 3200 Relay – Valley View (Aaron Wilkinson, Brandon Bednash, Cory Capooci, Matt Wolfe) 8:22.17; Abington Heights 8:28.57; Scranton Prep 8:34.04; North Pocono 8:39.74; Coughlin 8:42.53; Delaware Valley 8:44.09; Dallas 8:51.14; Scranton 8:53.55. High jump – Devon Strubert (NP) 6-5; Connor Flaherty (Co) 6-3; Jimmy Hischar (Haz) 6-3; Tim Russell (Hon) 5-11; Cole Acoveno (DV) 5-11; Elisha Antunes (VV) 5-11; tie Ryan Osadchy (Haz) 511 and Jimmy DeWitt (T) 5-11. Discus – Anthony Bouselli (Wal) 160-5; Anthony Khalife (Co) 143-6; Darnell Ashton (VV) 142-0; Marc Ranaudo (DV) 142-0; Jake Cardoni (Ber) 134-5; F.J. Constantino (Dal) 132-3; Tyler Schirra (NP) 132-2; Charles Gallo (PA) 129-6. 110 hurdles – Ronnie D’Eliseo (PA) 15.35; Eric Pizzaro (DV) 15.42; Jimmy Hischar (Haz) 15.69; Hamlet Ventura (Haz) 16.16; Mathew Moorhead (Co) 16.29; Brandon Jackson (VV) 16.30; Garrett Rupe (VV) 16.38; Elijah Howard (S) 16.63. Long jump – Devon Strubert (NP) 21-10 ¼; Anthony Dileo (SP) 21-1 ½; Jeff Steeber (B) 20-9 ¾; Jayson Crawford (PA) 20-8 ½; Lex Rosario (DV) 20-8; Josh Colley (T) 20-7 ¾; Troy Yashinski (WVW) 20-4; Pat Malone (Co) 20-3. 100 – Maliek Torres (Hon) 11.20; Josh Ortiz (WVW) 11.30; Mujahid Chesson (Co) 11.34; Tyler Phillips (VV) 11.42; Brian Campbell (Haz) 11.56; Isaiah Peoples (WyoA) 11.57; Hamlet Ventura (Haz) 11.81. Javelin – Nick O’Brien (WyoA) 180-3; Robert Castellani (VV) 179-1 (state qualifier); Anthony Bouselli (Wal) 173-8; Anthony Galantini (VV) 172-0; Ryan Kozloski (Dal) 164-4; Jason Simonovich (Dal) 163-5; Bryan Schor (DV) 160-3; Colton Coolbaugh (T) 157-6. 1600 – Ben Robinson (T) 4:24.47; Jess Adams (Dal) 4:27.20; Mike Brier (SP) 4:32.77; Kyle Perry (SP) 4:39.36; Carson Ayers (T) 4:44.02; Alex Zubko (Dal) 4:44.69; Jacob Fetterman (Haz) 4:44.95; Paul LaBelle (SP) 4:47.60. Triple jump – Patrick Fricke (SP) 44-4 ¼; Josh Colley (T) 43-3 ¼; Devon Strubert (NP) 43-2 ½; Maliek Torres (Hon) 42-6 ½; Armon Loring (Scr) 41-7

in the 3,200, but Rome won more comfortably, beating the pack by almost half a minute in 10:56.27. After her 1,600 win, Rome said the plan was to compete in the 3,200 on the state level if she succeeded in qualifying in both. “My plan is to concentrate on the two-mile,” she said, “but it’s nice to know I’m going to states.” Rome wound up not needing that state berth in the 1,600 and scratched from the state meet as planned. Hazleton Area won the team championship with help from two of the other seven WVC girls

who won individual titles. Julia Franzosa threw the javelin 135-10 to break the 3-year-old record of 133-2 held by Ellen Arnaud of Dallas. She set the mark on her third attempt and watched her 13-foot advantage hold up through the finals. “I already had a 134, so I was hoping I could beat that record today,” said Franzosa, who added a fifth-place finish in the shot put. “We wanted to place at the top as a team. “We worked real hard and we support each other a lot.” Whitney Boyer won the high jump in 5-1, a height matched by teammate Lauren Smith while finishing second. Franzosa, Boyer and Smith had plenty of help. “We scored in 14 of the 18 events,” Hazleton Area coach Mark Otterbine said. “That was more than we hoped for from the girls. They did a tremendous job.” The Cougars got a big boost in the triple jump where Carli Dedics, Alyssa Sitch and Justine James finished second, fourth and fifth. Hazleton Area won with 951⁄3 points. Dallas, which also got a win from Catie Gawlas in the 100, was second with 88½. Dannah Hayward of Coughlin won the 300 hurdles and took second in the 100 hurdles behind Hilari Norris of Wyoming Valley West.

½; Troy Yashinski (WVW) 41-5 ¾; Corey Keen (Co) 41-4 ½; Connor Flaherty (Co) 41-4. 400 – Rian Fowler (DV) 50.01; Deivon Barlow (HazA) 50.29; Tyler Shotto (SP) 50.75; Mike Harth (PA) 51.90; Pat Perih (SP) 51.98; Joe Zolnowski (Cr) 52.11; Daniel Deleo (VV) 52.42; Brandon Ossont (VV) 52.58. 400 relay – Valley View (Robert Castellani, Garrett Rupe, Nyeem Wartman, Tyler Phillips) 43.71; Wyoming Area 43.94; Coughlin 44.44; Scranton 44.57; Hazleton Area 44.84; Delaware Valley 45.14; Dallas 45.15; Wyoming Valley West 45.30. Shot put – Dylan Berardelli (AH) 49-7; Anthony Khalife (Co) 48-4; Mike Galantini (VV) 48-3; Gavin Harter (B) 48-0; Marc Ranaudo (DV) 46-6 ½; F.J. Constantino (Dal) 45-10; Mark Soltis (VV) 44-6 ½; Chris Ostrum (Dal) 42-9 ½. 300 hurdles – Ronnie D’Elisio (PA) 39.22; Brandon Jackson (VV) 40.08; Garrett Rupe (VV) 40.34; Patrick Fricke (SP) 40.66; Colby Petrilla (Haz) 40.93; John Gething (NP) 41.39; Jesse Dunhom (Hon) 41.81; Malik McDonald (Co) 42.45. 800 – Tom Damiani (T) 1:56.15; Brandon Bednash (VV) 1:57.06; Alex Nole (T) 1:57.41; Marty Kelly (NP) 2:02.11; Brenden Cope (B) 2:02.41; Jarrod Padget (DV) 2:02.91; Will Butkiewicz (WVW) 2:03.08; Justin Preambo (Scr) 2:04.16. 200 – Maliek Torres (Hon) 22.32; Mujahid Chesson (Co) 22.40 (state qualifier); Josh Ortiz (WVW) 22.72; Tyler Phillips (VV) 22.85; Nick O’Brien (WyoA) 23.07; Deivon Barlow (Haz) 23.43; Joe Santiago (DV) 23.58; Sharrieff Hale (WyoA) 24.39. Pole vault – Ryan Karnopp (T) 14-0; Drew Harding (Dal) 13-3; Brandon Hazleton (VV) 12-6; Ryan Flynn (WyoA) 12-3; Ryan Wilkes (VV) 12-3; Aaron Strait (Co) 11-9; Ian Moran (WVW) 11-9; Jake Fitzpatrick (AH) 11-3. 3200 – Sean Burke (AH) 9:21.03; Chris Ehret (Dal) 9:25.11 (state qualifier); Aaron Wilkinson (VV) 9:26.47 (state qualifier); Dominic Deluca (Dal) 9:33.49; Mike Brier (SP) 9:37.10; Jess Adams (Dal) 10:01.50; Kyle Perry (SP) 10:06.37; Corey Loman (SP) 10:22.39. 1600 relay – Valley View (Brandon Bednash, Brandon Ossont, Brandon Jackson, Daniel Deleo) 3:27.47; Delaware Valley 3:27.70; Hazleton Area 3:29.69; Scranton Prep 3:29.73; North Pocono 3:31.30; Coughlin 3:32.32; Scranton 3:35.06; Tunkhannock 3:37.15. CLASS 3A GIRLS Team Standings – Hazleton Area (Haz) 95 1/3; Dallas (Dal) 88 ½; Abington Heights (AH) 78; Honesdale (Hon) 66; Wallenpaupack (Wal) 57; Valley View (VV) 42; Tunkhannock (T) 39; North Pocono (NP) 38; Pittston Area (PA) 37 ½; Western Wayne (WW) 37 1/3; Coughlin (Co) 32; Crestwood (Cr) 26; Scranton Prep (SP) 22 1/3; Wyoming Valley West (WVW) 17 ½; Delaware Valley (DV) 12; Wyoming Area (WyoA) 11 ½; West Scranton (WS) 2. 3200 Relay – Wallenpaupack (Taylor Maxson, Hannah Stack, Chelsea Mann, Emily Martone) 9:33.43 (meet record); Abington Heights 9:49.29; North Pocono 9:59.67; Pittston Area 10:05.21; Dallas 10:07.90; Hazleton Area 10:15.90; Western Wayne 10:21.21; Scranton Prep 10:31.30. Triple jump – Olivia Giambra (PA) 35-9 ½; Carli Dedics (Haz) 35-7 ¼; Cortlyn Van Deutsch (Dal) 35-1 ¾; Alyssa Sitch (Haz) 34-10 1/4; Justine James (Haz) 34-3 ¾; Kirby Szalkowski (Dal) 33-9 ½; Abigail McMinn (AH) 33-6 ¾; Missy Burke (AH) 33-5 ¼. Pole vault – Destiny Distasio (T) 9-6; Maria Wolfel (VV) 9-6; Alex Youngfelt (SP) 9-0; tie Ashley Dunn (T) 8-6, Tammy Smith (W) 8-6, and Kylee McGrane (Co) 8-6; Danielle Spencer (Dal) 8-6; tie Emily Malone (Haz) 8-6, Brianna Caljean (SP) 8-6, and Abby Hemmler (WW) 8-6. 100 hurdles – Hilari Norris (WVW) 15.37; Dannah Hayward (Co) 15.73; Whitney Boyer (Haz) 16.03; Kirby Szalkowski (Dal) 16.26; Tessa Narrins (WVW) 16.39; Jen Nagy (VV) 16.46; Sarah Wil-

liams (WS) 16.55; Alyssa Sitch (Haz) 17.06. 100 – Catie Gawlas (Dal) 12.83; Emily Malone (Haz) 12.97; Destiny Distasio (T) 12.99; Carli Lucke (VV) 13.00; Jessica Newak (Cr) 13.01; Sara Dubravcak (VV) 13.14; Isabelle Clauss (AH) 13.15; Taylor Powers (PA) 13.31. Discus – Jenn Slagus (NP) 134-8 (meet record); Taylor Campfield (Wal) 108-4; Kayla Guerrieri (Wal) 106-2; Chloe Shook (AH) 99-8; Skylar Carmody (Hon) 97-6; Amanda Crawford (Haz) 96-2; Michelle Coletta (Wal) 96-0; Sarah Flaherty (Dal) 93-2. 1600 – Regan Rome (Dal) 5:04.65 (scratched from state meet); Summer Hill (Hon) 5:05.20 (state qualifier); Tessa Barrett (AH) 5:07.22 (state qualifier); Hannah Coffin (Cr) 5:12.79 (state qualifier); Maggie Fannick (Dal) 5:26.28; Briana Jaeger (AH) 5:26.28; Molly Kane (NP) 5:29.89; Alexandria Plant (WVW) 5:32.03. High jump – Whitney Boyer (Haz) 5-1; Lauren Smith (Haz) 5-1; Emily Holzman (SP) 5-1; Aaliyah (DV) 4-11; tie Celes Owens (PA) 4-9, Mia Cain (WVW) 4-9; Haley Stackhouse (WyoA) 4-9 and Brittney Atterholt (Dal) 4-9. Long jump – Janna Wilson (Hon) 18-1 ¼ (meet record); Olivia Giambra (PA) 16-9 ¾; Lauren Hoyt (AH) 16-3 ¾; Alyssa Sitch (HazA) 16-1; Kirby Szalkowski (Dal) 16-0 ½; Mary Martin (Hon) 15-10 ½; Emily Holzman (SP) 15-9 ¼; Haley Stackhouse (WyoA) 15-8 ½. 400 – Janna Wilson (Hon) 58.55; Hope Decker (Wal) 1:00.29 (replaces Wilson, who scratched from state meet); Rebecca Carmody (WW) 1:01.37; Josie Bachman (HazA) 1:01.66; Hannah Whitney (NP) 1:02.08; Sydney Walser (HazA) 1:02.26; Emily Martone (Wal) 1:03.21; Katie Miller (Hon) 1:03.63. 400 relay – Valley View (Carolyn Serio, Sara Dubravcak, Colleen Martin, Carli Lucke) 49.82; Coughlin 50.64; Abington Heights 50.68; Western Wayne 50.79; Hazleton Area 51.57; Dallas 52.33; Pittston Area 52.43; Wallenpaupack 52.52. Javelin – Julia Franzosa (Haz) 135-10 (meet record); Gabby Alguire (T) 122-3; Diandra Sherman (T) 112-11; Elana Falcone (SP) 112-6; Allison Parrent (PA) 107-7; Liz Kravitz (Dal) 106-8; Kim Cain (VV) 106-6; Samantha Krempasky (Hon) 105-0. 300 hurdles – Dannah Hayward (Co) 44.40; Acacia Urhin (WW) 46.28 (state qualifier); Elisia Cadman (AH) 47.49; Emily Shemanski (WyoA) 48.27; Elizabeth Waleski (PA) 48.37; Danielle Azzollini (DV) 48.53; Isabelle Clauss (AH) 48.56; Mary Martin (Hon) 49.18. 800 – Kaitlyn Lewis (NP) 2:16.56; Summer Hill (Hon) 2:16.99 (state qualifier, but scratched from state meet); Chelsea Mann (Wal) 2:19.56; Erin Jaeger (AH) 2:19.75; Hannah Coffin (Cr) 2:21.85; Sara Radzwilka (WyoA) 2:22.76; Mary Lundin (SP) 2:27.96; Katie Metcalf (Dal) 2:29.02. Shot put – Diana Hassan (WW) 35-4; Alex Chapman (AH) Sarah Flaherty (Dal) 32-11 ½; Aferdita Kabashi (VV) 32-6 ½; Julia Franzosa (Haz) 32-3 ¾; Morgan Phillips (T) 32-0; Gabby Alguire (T) 31-3 ½; Chloe Shook (AH) 31-2. 200 – Janna Wilson (Hon) 25.68; Jessica Newak (Cr) 25.74 (state qualifier); Catie Gawlas (Dal) 26.33; Carli Lucke (VV) 26.40; Emily Malone (Haz) 26.86; Kelsey O’Donnell (AH) 26.88; Jasmine Stevenson (Wal) 27.07; Selena Garzio (Haz) 27.06. 3200 – Regan Rome (Dal) 10:56.27; Tessa Barrett (AH) 11:25.98; Taylor Ross (AH) 11:34.99; Bryanna Dissinger (Dal) 11:41.70; Payton Padgett (DV) 11:52.63; Allison Grose (Dal) 11:53.44; Katarzyna (NP) 11:58.91; Catherine Lombardo (PA) 12:01.38. 1600 relay – Honesdale (Katie Miller, Mary Martin, Summer Hill, Janna Wilson) 3:59.03 (meet record); Wallenpaupack 4:05.53; Western Wayne 4:09.89; Crestwood 4:11.51; North Pocono 4:14.06; Hazleton Area 4:15.00; Coughlin 4:15.41; Valley View 4:18.63.

BILL TARUTIS/FOR THE TIMES LEADER

Pittston Area’s Olivia Giambra won a gold medal in the triple jump at the District 2 Class 3A Track and Field Championships.

last two games is that they’ve been team wins,” Kersey said. KINGSTON – It may be some “So we’ve been able to play a lot more players and our detime until the rest of District 2 fenses have gelled together. catches up to the Wyoming There is no person who sticks Seminary girls lacrosse team. And the Blue Knights are begin- out because we were unselfish with the ball.” ning to take notice. Lexi Quick scored her lone Unlike during the first Disgoal of the game at the 4:56 trict 2 championship last year, Wyoming Seminary didn’t quite mark in the first half on a behind-the-back flair shot to give roll over its opponent like it the Blue Knights a 12-1 lead. had the first time. The Blue Knights were held The Blue Knights controlled possession for much of the first to only one goal in the second goal. Olivia Levine came off the half Wednesday to post a 15-5 left wing to score off a pass victory over Delaware Valley from Dinah Williams. for the school’s second consecWyoming Seminary was utive District 2 championship. boasted by a defensive corps – The Warriors proved to be a led by point Cat Corcoran, third much more competitive oppoplayer Tali Dressler, and wings nent than Dallas was at last year’s title game – when Wyom- Katie Perrine and Madison Alphine – that routinely ing Seminary cruised to a 20-0 blocked shots and intercepted win – and outscored Wyoming Seminary 3-1 in the second half. passes. “Our attack is mainly aggres“It’s exciting; there is a lot more pressure on us,” Wyoming sive,” Kersey said. “On defense, we were able to pressure the Seminary coach Catie Kersey ball in the midfield and create said. “The girls really had to turnovers.” step up, play harder in every Faith Torkildsen and Liz game. We couldn’t take it easy Caldwell each scored two goals this year.” for the Warriors. With the victory, the Blue Knights advance to a PIAA Wyoming Seminary 15, play-in game where they will face an undetermined District 4 Delaware Valley 5 Valley....................................... 2 3 — 5 champion (either Lewisburg or Delaware Wyoming Seminary ................................ 14 1 — 15 Goals: DV: Caldwell 2, Torkildsen 2, Peters; SEM: Midd-West) at Susquehanna Romanowski 4, Granger 3, Schwartz 3, Mericle 3, University in Selinsgrove on Levine, Quick. Assists: DV: Caldwell, Torkildsen; SEM: Tuesday. The winner of the Schwartz 2, Granger 2, Romanowski, Mericle, Peplay-in would advance to play rinne, Williams. the second-place team from Lake-Lehman 14, District 3. Tunkhannock 3 The Blue Knights wasted no time building a comfortable With four goals and one aslead in the first half. Emily sist in the game, freshman Granger found the back of the Mallory Wilson surpassed the net in 28 seconds on the team’s 100-point mark for the season first possession. Four more with 102 points (81 goals, 21 goals were recorded to supply assists) for the Black Knights. the Blue Knights with a 5-0 Courtney Thomas had four lead through the first 4:10. goals for the Black Knights. “They’re hungry,” Kersey Emily Galasso (three goals), added. “One of the great things Kassie Keiper (two goals, asabout our girls is that they’re sist) and Hannah Bonomo (one going to score as soon as they goal) pitched in for Lake-Lehcan.” man. Sam Headley forced four Leading the Blue Knights turnovers and won eight was Ann Romanowski with four ground balls to lead the degoals and an assist. Amanda fense. Schwartz, Kristen Mericle and Tunkhannock’s Kathy CowGranger each finished with a her posted two goals, and Harhat trick. Schwartz and Granley McCain added a score. ger assisted on two goals. Savannah Robinson made 13 “To be honest with you, I saves in goal. think the great thing about the By JAY MONAHAN For The Times Leader

DALLAS

ter. DV’s Phil Wright wracked up some point-blank saves throughout the quarter to keep Dallas at a distance before Morley, Haass Continued from Page 1B and Lucas Markowitz added goals in the fourth to close out ski said. Dallas came out with more ag- the game. gression in the third quarter, finally finding some possession Delaware Valley 11, Dallas 4 ..................................................... 1 1 1 1 — 4 and putting shots on goal. How- Dallas Delaware Valley.................................... 4 3 1 3 — 11 Goals: DAL: Cohen 3, Carey; DV: Haass 4, Morever, the Mountaineers only con- ley 2, Markowitz 2, Strenk, Daniel, Midlarsky. Assists: DAL: Kliamovich 2; DV: Midlarsky, Morverted once as Morgan Cohen ley. scored midway through the quar-

HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL

Hanover Area clinches Division II championship with win over Sem The Times Leader staff

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Wyoming Valley West 3, Tunkhannock 0

Nanticoke 9, Coughlin 8

HANOVER TWP. — Mickey Ferrence tossed a three-hit shutout to help Hanover Area clinch the Wyoming Valley Conference Division II baseball crown with a 5-0 win over Wyoming Seminary on Wednesday. Hanover Area (10-0) is the only undefeated team in the conference and will be one of the top two seeds in next week’s District 2 Class 2A tournament. This is the third division title for the Hawkeyes in five years under coach Mike Zapotoski. Ferrence struck out 10 for his fourth complete-game victory in league play. The junior added a double at the plate. Nick Deno doubled twice and drove in a run. Mackey Power had two hits to lead the Blue Knights (5-6).

Tommy Alexander’s threehitter helped the Spartans shut out the Tigers for the second time this season. With the win, Valley West finished the regular season 13-1 and will be the top seed in next week’s District 2-4 Class 4A tournament, receiving a bye into the semifinals. Alexander struck out six to finish league play 8-0 with an 0.59 ERA and 73 strikeouts. Alex Zaner went 2-for-3 to lead Tunkhannock (6-7).

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John Ivan hit a two-run double in the bottom of the fifth to complete Nanticoke’s rally from an early 8-2 deficit. Ivan finished 2-for-2 with three RBI and also picked up the win in relief for the Trojans (3-10). The loss knocked Coughlin (8-6) out of first place in Division I East. The Crusaders are a half-game behind Pittston Area. Bobby Briggs (two RBI) and Josh Decker both had two hits for Nanticoke. Anthony Ioanna didn’t allow a hit in 12⁄3 innings for the save. Dom Gulius went 2-for-4 with a double and three RBI to lead the Crusaders. Coughlin Sod 2b

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Holy Redeemer 7, Hazleton Area 7 (sspd. 10)

Holy Redeemer’s Eric Ringsdorf hit a two-run home run with two outs in the bottom of the seventh inning to tie the game, which was suspended heading into the 10th inning due to darkness. The game will resume at 4 p.m. Saturday at Hollenback Park. Cody Tsevdos hit two homers for the Royals, who got multiple hits from Ryan English. Kyle Klein has two hits for the Cougars. Matt Barletta has a

double with two RBI while Sal Biasi has two hits and an RBI. WVC STANDINGS Division I East Team W L GB RS RA Pittston Area ...................... 8 5 — 90 90 Coughlin.............................. 8 6 0.5 72 48 Hazleton Area.................... 7 6 1.0 56 44 Holy Redeemer ................. 4 8 3.5 54 71 Crestwood .......................... 3 10 5.0 49 95 Nanticoke............................ 3 10 5.0 51 86 Division I West Team W L GB RS RA x-Wyoming Valley West... 13 1 — 78 23 Wyoming Area................... 9 4 3.5 69 51 Berwick ............................... 8 4 4.0 54 36 Tunkhannock ..................... 6 7 6.5 43 41 Dallas .................................. 2 10 10.0 51 82 Division II Team W L GB RS RA x-Hanover Area ................. 10 0 — 83 15 Lake-Lehman..................... 7 4 3.5 91 45 Meyers ................................ 5 3 4.0 68 33 Northwest ........................... 5 4 4.5 78 57 Wyoming Seminary .......... 5 6 5.5 59 73 MMI Prep ............................ 3 7 7.0 32 62 GAR..................................... 0 11 10.5 16 142 x-clinched division title SCHEDULE Today's games Berwick at Wyoming Area, 2:30 p.m. Coughlin at Hazleton Area, 4:15 p.m. Dallas at Tunkhannock, 4:15 p.m. Hanover Area at Meyers, 4:15 p.m. Nanticoke at Holy Redeemer, 4:15 p.m. Northwest at MMI Prep, 4:15 p.m. Pittston Area at Crestwood, 4:15 p.m. Friday's games Hanover Area at Northwest, 3:30 p.m. Berwick at Dallas, 4:15 p.m. Crestwood at Nanticoke, 4:30 p.m. Saturday's games Pittston Area at Holy Redeemer, noon Meyers at Northwest, 1 p.m. (at Gibby Field) Lake-Lehman at MMI Prep, 3 p.m. Meyers at Wyoming Seminary, 4 p.m. Hazleton Area at Holy Redeemer (10th), 4 p.m. Sunday's game GAR at Meyers, noon

End regular season DISTRICT 2 STANDINGS Class 4A (District 2-4) Team W *Wyoming Valley West ............... 13 Scranton ........................................ 10 Delaware Valley ........................... 9 Williamsport .................................. 9 Hazleton Area .............................. 7 Wallenpaupack ............................ 2 Class 3A Team W *North Pocono.............................. 11 *Valley View.................................. 10 *Pittston Area ............................... 8 Wyoming Area ............................. 9 Berwick.......................................... 8 Coughlin ........................................ 8 Scranton Prep .............................. 7 Abington Heights ......................... 6 Tunkhannock................................ 6 Western Wayne ........................... 4 Honesdale..................................... 3 Crestwood..................................... 3 Nanticoke ...................................... 3 Dallas............................................. 2 West Scranton.............................. 2 Class 2A Team W *Montrose ..................................... 13 *Hanover Area.............................. 10 Mid Valley ..................................... 9 Lake-Lehman ............................... 7 Meyers........................................... 5 Holy Cross .................................... 7 Northwest...................................... 5 Mountain View ............................. 7 Lakeland........................................ 6 Dunmore ....................................... 6 Elk Lake......................................... 5 Holy Redeemer............................ 4 Riverside ....................................... 2 Carbondale ................................... 1 GAR ............................................... 0 Class A Team W Lackawanna Trail......................... 10 Old Forge ...................................... 9 Blue Ridge .................................... 6 Wyoming Seminary..................... 5 MMI Prep ...................................... 3 Susquehanna ............................... 3 Forest City..................................... 3 *-division leader

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S W B YA N K E E S

Laird, Molina spark 3-run outburst Berwick triumphs, The Times Leader staff

TOLEDO, Ohio – A three-run sixth inning saved the day for the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees, as they downed the Toledo Mud Hens 3-1 in a morning game at Fifth Third Field. Kevin Russo led off the sixth with a walk and the IL’s top hitter, Steve Pearce, was hit by a pitch. With one out, Brandon Laird brought Russo home with a single to left, and left runners on second and third as Pearce advanced on the hit and Laird took second on an error. After a groundout left both runners in scoring position with two out, Gustavo Molina laced a two-run single to left to make it

YANKEES

MUD HENS

carmen teamed to pitch a scoreless eighth inning for the Yankees, and Kevin Whelan struck out all three batters he faced in the ninth inning for his ninth save of the season. Andrew Oliver (3-2) suffered the loss for Toledo. Scranton/Wilkes-Barre (19-19) snapped a three game losing streak and reached the .500 mark. The Yankees and Mud Hens (22-18) play again Thursday, as Scranton/Wilkes-Barre sends right-hander Ramon Ortiz to the mound against Toledo lefty Adam Wilk.

3-1. D.J. Mitchell (3-1) earned the win for Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, going seven innings and allowing just four hits. Mitchell fanned six and walked two, and the lone run against him was unearned, coming on a double steal in the secYankees 3, Toledo 1 ond inning. Yankees Toledo Justin Thomas and Manny Del-

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H I G H S C H O O L B OYS T E N N I S

Sem takes half of final 4 spots Blue Knights could face off in district final for second time in a week today in doubles. By DAVE ROSENGRANT drosengrant@timesleader.com

KINGSTON – Last week, Wyoming Seminary earned notoriety for two players reaching the gold medal match in the District 2 Class 2A singles tournament. The Blue Knights are two wins away from doing the same in the district’s doubles tournament as they supply two of the four teams remaining after Wednesday’s action at Kirby Park. The No. 1 seed, Harry Parkhurst and Henry Cornell, won twice Wednesday, only dropping two games combined to advance to the tournament’s semifinals. That duo is joined in the semis by teammates Christopher Kim and Willie Lu, who also won twice during the first day of action. The semifinals begin at 1 p.m. today and the finals will follow at approximately 3 p.m. Parkhurst and Cornell, the defending district championship team, will square off against No. 4 seed Jay Patel and Matt Hanahue of Scranton Prep. Kim and Lu, who were the Blue Knights’ No. 1 doubles team all season, will see Scranton Prep’s Will Cognetti and Walker Temperton in the final four. Kim and Lu, the third seed in the bracket, won their first match 6-0, 6-1 and their quarterfinal match against Holy Redeemer’s Pat Loftus and Pat Dockeray 6-2, 6-1 to advance and face Cognetti and Temperton, the second seed. Last week, Parkhurst knocked off Cognetti in the singles semis to advance to the finals where he played his brother, George,

sets up showdown The Times Leader staff

DALLAS -- Margaret Bridge struck out 14 and scattered three hits over seven innings as Berwick defeated Dallas 3-1 in Wyoming Valley Conference softball Wednesday. Cassondra Dianese was perfect in the batter’s box, going 3-for-3 with two RBI for the Bulldogs (9-4 WVC). The victory eliminated Tunkhannock from the Division I West title hunt. Berwick plays at Wyoming Area (9-4) today at 2:30 p.m. for the division crown. Taylor Kelley went 2-for-3 with a double for Dallas (6-7). Taylor Baker fanned nine in the loss.

Berwick.................................. 000 003 0 — 3 Dallas..................................... 000 001 0 — 1 WP – Bridge, 7 IP, 3H, 1R, 1ER, 1BB, 14K; LP – Baker, 7 IP, 7H, 3R, 3ER, 1BB, 9K. 2B— BER, Dianese 2; DAL, Kelley, Comitz . Top hitters – BER, Dianese 3-3, 2 RBI, Lynn 2-3; DAL, Kelley 2-3, Comitz 1-3.

Tunkhannock 3, Wyoming Valley West 1

The host Tigers (8-5) scored three times in the first inning and Jamie Hampsey made it stand up, allowing just three hits and striking out eight for the win. Hampsey and Jess Brennan (double) both went 2-for-3 at the plate. Haley Gayoski, Kymber Letteer and Leanne Dellarte all singled for the Spartans (2-12).

Wyoming Valley West ........ 000 010 0 — 1 Tunkhannock........................ 300 000 0 — 3 WP – J. Hampsey, 7 IP, 3H, 1R, 1ER, 4BB, 8K; LP – Senchak, 6 IP, 8H, 3R, 0ER, 2BB, 1K; 2B—TUN, Brennan. Top hitters – TUN, Brennan 2-3, Hampsey 2-3

Nanticoke 5, Coughlin 1

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Wyoming Seminary’s Henry Cornell returns a volley against Dunmore’s Max Riccio and Griffin Gertchman in the District 2 quarterfinals Wednesday. Harry Parkhurst was Cornell’s partner.

and settled for runner-up. Another upset of Cognetti today could be another monumental event for Wyoming Seminary. The unseeded team of Chris Jordan and Isaac Mitchell from Montrose, pulled off a pair of upsets Wednesday. In the first round, they dropped Meyers’ No. 7 team of Matt James and Branden Ott. In the second round, they ousted Dallas’ team of Ryan McCarthy and Blake Donovan to get to the quarterfinals, where they eventually lost to Cognetti and Temperton. In Class 3A, Tunkhannock’s Jordan Herbert and Brent Christy won twice Wednesday before losing in three sets in the quarterfinals to Abington Heights’ Chris Swisher and Steven Shields. The Tigers’ team was seeded fourth and was defeated by the No. 5 seed. Like 2A, where the semis

consist of just Wyoming Seminary and Scranton Prep, the 3A final four is split between Delaware Valley and Abington Heights.

District 2 Doubles Championships Class 3A First Round Andrew Neidig/Joe Hunt (DV) d. Greg Stankiewicz/Josh Stankinas (Cou) 6-1, 6-1; Terry Briggs/Justin Coe (Pittston Area) d. Dominic Parmenteri/Alex Oliver (Berwick) 7-1, 7-6 (6-1); Ross Gladey/Alex Machalick (Crestwood) d. Ian Endresen/Toby Zimmerman (Jersey Shore) 6-2,, 6-3; L.J. Sidari/Donald Tedesco (Hazleton Area) d. Kevin Yozviak-Andrew Crossin (WVW) 6-2, 6-0; Chris Swisher/Steven Shields (AH) d. Reed Evans/Matt Wildenberg (Wall) 6-3, 6-3; Pay Baly/Travis Murray (Hone) d. Stephen Sposito/ Mark Burnett (NP) 7-5, 6-4; Dhruv Patel/Harsh Patel (Scranton) d. Dave Chatterpaul/Jerry Palauskas (W. Scr) 7-5, 6-1; Jordan Herbert/Brent Christy (Tunk) d. Nick Meale/Phil Knowler (Will) 6-1, 6-3; Jai Redkar/Dan Jasinski (AH) d. Josh Herbert/Rob Hug (Tunk) 6-2, 6-3; Brandon Haydt/Jeremy Moyer (Ber) d. D’Angelo Aboutanos/ Ryan Yusko (WVW) 6-0, 6-2; Neil Patel/Nikhil Patel (Cre) d. Joe Godino/Mason Payonk (W. Scr) 3-6, 6-4, 6-4; Kanen Rajjoub/Lorenzo Ricci (Will) d. Cedric Wetherall/Gabe Godhino (Hones) 6-2, 6-0; Drew Corry/Kevin Quinn (DV) d. Matt Todaro/ Thoma Meehan (NP) 6-2, 6-0; Nate Wasson/Mitch Willits (JS) d. John Skursky/Ben Lenkofsky (Coughlin) 6-1, 6-0; Jeff Alderfer/Eric Miller (Wall) d. Mauro Notaro/Kurtis Miesowitz (Hazleton Area) 6-0, 6-1; Steve Sack/Dipam Shah (Scr) d. Jeremy Homschek/Suraj Pursnani (Pittston Area) 6-1, 6-4 Second Round Neidig/Hunt d. Briggs/Coe 6-0, 6-0; Gladey/ Machalick d. Sidari/Tedesco 6-4, 7-6 (8-6); Swisher/Shields d. Bigby/Murray 6-1, 6-3; Herbert/ Christy d. Patel/Patel 7-5, 6-2; Redkar/Jasinski d. Heydt/Moyer 6-3, 6-0; Rajjoub/Ricci d. Patel/Patel

6-1, 6-1; Corry/Quinn d. Wasson/Willits 6-1, 6-3; Sack/Shah d. Alderfer/Miller 6-1, 6-2 Quarterfinals Neidig/Hunt d. Gladey/Machalick 6-3, 6-2; Swisher/Shields d. Herbert/Christy 6-3, 3-6, 6-2; Redkar/Jasinski d. Rajjoub/Ricci 2-6, 6-2, 6-2; Corry/Quinn d. Sack/Shah 6-1, 7-5 Class 2A First Round Corey Sisock/Ryan Twardzik (MMI) d. Nick Leon/Tyler Manganello (Wyo. Area) 6-1, 6-1; Denny Guo/Jonathan Reed (West. Wayne) d. Irwin Maldanado/Marc Lucas (Riverside) 6-3, 6-2; Max Riccio/Griffin Gerchman (Dunmore) d. John Harrison/Dalton Leonard (VV) 6-0, 6-4; Rob Azzarelli/Tim Thomas (HC) d. Mia Scocozzo/ Nicholas Fonzo (Meyers) 6-0, 6-1; Michael Roman/Bryan Shultz (Mon) d. Francois Ross/Tyler Tuck (Dallas) 2-6, 7-6 (6-2), 6-0; Dan McGraw/ Cameron Pinto (HR) d. Bryan Holod/Drew Phillips (MV) 2-6, 7-5, 6-4; Jake Silfies/Louie Vittorio (West. Wayne) d. Dave Harris/Zach Kavulich (Riverside) 6-2, 6-3; Davide Fanelli/Billy Gray (Wyo. Area) d. Dennis Mundt/Tom Occhipinti (Dunmore) 6-3, 3-6, 6-4; Pat Loftus/Pat Dockeray (HR) d. Cory Verespy/Jeff Kline (Mid Valley) 6-0, 6-0; Chris Jordan/Isaac Mitchell (Montrose) d. Matt James/Branden Ott (Meyers) 6-2, 7-5; Ryan McCarthy/Blake Donovan (Dallas) d. Balaganesh Natarajan/Zachery Bowman (MMI) 7-5, 6-1; Casey Gaughan/Mike Bauman (Holy Cross) d. Dave Lesnetsky/Nick Chesko (VV) 6-4, 7-5 Second Round Harry Parkhurst/Henry Cornell (Wyo. Sem) d. Sisock/Twardzik 6-0, 6-1; Riccio/Griffin d. Guo/ Reed 6-0, 6-2; Azzarelli/Thomas d. Roman/Shultz 4-6, 6-2, 6-3; Jay Patel/Matt Hanahue (Scr. Prep) d. McGraw/Pinto 6-2, 6-2; Christopher Kim/Willie Lu (Wyo. Sem) d. Silfies/Vittorio 6-0, 6-1; Loftus/ Dockeray d. Fanelli/Gray 3-6, 6-4, 6-3; Jordan/ Mitchell d. McCarthy/Donovan 6-3, 2-6, 7-6 (6-3); Will Cognetti/Walker Temperton (Scr. Prep) d. Gaughan Bauman 6-0, 6-0 Quarterfinals Parkhurst/Cornell d. Riccio/Griffin 6-0, 6-1; Patel/Hanahue d. Azzarelli/Thomas 6-4, 3-6, 7-6 (6-4); Kim/Lu d. Loftus/Dockeray 6-2, 6-1; Cognetti/ Temperton d. Jordan/Mitchell 6-1, 6-2

while Becky Demko went 2for-4 for the Cougars (11-2). Julie Kosik was the top hitter for the Royals (3-10), going 2-for-3.

Hazleton Area ...................... 210 100 2 — 6 Holy Redeemer.................... 000 020 0 — 2 WP -- Salvaterra, 7 IP, 5H, 2R, 2ER, 3BB, 7K; LP -- Staskiel, 7 IP, 6H, 6R, 4ER, 2BB, 8K. 2B— HAZ, Salvaterra. Top hitters – HAZ, Demko 2-4; RED, Kosik 2-3.

Hanover Area 9, Wyoming Seminary 4

Danielle Tuzinski struck out eight in a complete-game win while going 3-for-4 with three RBI at the plate as Hanover Area (10-0) remained atop Division II. Caitlyn Bogart finished 3for-4 with a double for the Hawkeyes, who play at Northwest (9-1) on Friday. Kenzie Gagliardi and Hannah Gabriel both singled for the Blue Knights (3-8).

Wyoming Seminary............. 100 003 0 — 4 Hanover Area ....................... 300 132 x — 9 WP – Tuzinski, 7 IP, 4H, 4R, 2ER, 2, 8K; LP – Bresnahan, 6 IP, 12H, 9R, 6ER, 1BB, 1K. 2B—HAN, Bogart, McNair, O’Day. Top hitters – HAN, Bogart 3-4; Tuzinski 3-4, 3 RBI

Meyers 13, GAR 3

Brianna DiMaggio drove in six runs to lead Meyers (5-5) to a home victory at Coal Street Park. DiMaggio, who was the game’s winning pitcher, helped her cause with a double and a triple. Sarah McCann struck out seven in three innings in the circle. Amy Kowalczyk scored three runs and tallied three hits for the Mohawks. Samantha Bryan led the Grenadiers (1-10) with a hit.

Hannah Rubasky and Brooke GAR........................................... 000 300 — 3 Meyers ...................................... 234 013 — 13 Chapin combined on a twoWP – DiMaggio, 3 IP, 0H, 3R, 3ER, 5BB, 3K; LP hitter for the Trojanettes (11-2), – Krzywicki, 6 IP, 13H, 13R, 11ER, 3BB, 4K. 2B— MEY, Kowalczyk, DiMaggio. 3B— who remain tied with Hazleton MEY, DiMaggio. Top hitters – GAR, Bryan 1-2; MEY, Kowalczyk 3-4, DiMaggio 3-4. Area atop Division I East. Maggie Gola went 3-for-4 Crestwood 12, Pittston Area 5 with a home run to lead the The Comets (8-5) scored Nanticoke offense. Rubasky seven runs in the third inning and Ange Hillan both finished to defeat the Patriots (1-13). with two hits in the win. Mary Kate Coulter had two Coughlin fell to 5-9. Coughlin................................ 000 010 0 — 1 hits for the Comets, and RaNanticoke .............................. 010 130 x — 5 chael Ritz scored three runs. WP – Rubasky, 4 IP, 1H, 0R, 0ER, 0BB, 2K; LP – Luton, 6 IP, 10H, 5R, 4ER, 1BB, 3K. The Patriots’ Ariel Ardo 2B—NAN, Roberts. HR—NAN, Gola. Top doubled twice. Lauren Dragon hitters – NAN, Hillan 2-4, Gola 3-4, Rubasky 2-2. doubled and tripled as part of a Hazleton Area 6, three-hit effort. Ali Slomba Holy Redeemer 2 recorded two hits. Crestwood .......................... 127 002 0 — 12 Shannon Salvaterra struck Pittston Area ...................... 200 000 3 — 5 out seven over seven innings in WP – Davies, 7 IP, 11H, 5R, 4ER, 0BB, 4K; LP – Dragon, 7 IP, 6H, 12R, 9ER, 7BB, 4K. Hazleton Area’s win on the 2B – PA, Dragon, Ardo 2. 3B – PA, Dragon. Top hitters – PA, Dragon 3-4, Nardone 3-3, road against Holy Redeemer. Ardo 2-4, Slomba 2-4; CRE, Coulter 2-3, Snyder Salvaterra also doubled 1-3, Ritz 3 runs.

NFL

Seau’s San Diego-area restaurant is shuttered The Associated Press

SAN DIEGO — A San Diego restaurant opened by Junior Seau in 1996 has closed its doors two weeks after the NFL star’s suicide. Trustees of Seau’s estate say

they made the decision to close Seau’s The Restaurant in Mission Valley on Wednesday. Trustee Bette Hoffman says in a statement that the decision to close the restaurant was made to honor Seau’s legacy.

H I G H S C H O O L B OYS VO L L EY BA L L

North Pocono triumphs in district playoff preview against Crestwood tween North Pocono and Holy Redeemer for the WVC title and Pocono would have to win the WRIGHT TWP. – Some teams can’t wait for the postsea- tiebreaker. If the upset doesn’t occur, the son to arrive. Royals will play Lake-Lehman Two of them got an early glimpse of the playoffs Wednes- (8-4) in the first round with the Trojans and Comets match to day. start earlier in the day at Holy Crestwood hosted North Redeemer. Pocono in a match that will “It definitely puts fire under most likely be played again Monday in the first round of the our wings and I think it’s going to carry us through,” Verdetto District 2 Class 2A Championships. If Wednesday’s match was said about the win over the Comets. “It gives us confidence, an indication of what’s in store, the teams and fans will be in for but we know we have to take it one step at a time and keep quite a show. progressing each game.” The Trojans won 3-0, by In Wednesday’s action, the scores of 25-14, 25-21, 25-23 in a Trojans came out on fire, hitting close match, that consisted of everything at the Comets and intense on both sides of the net and two of the big hitters in the inducing them into several errors. It was senior night for Wyoming Valley Conference in Crestwood and they may have Crestwood’s Jake Prohaska and been a little too ramped up as North Pocono’s Dom Verdetto. the team gave North Pocono 13 The only way the Trojans points on hitting miscues and a (11-1) and Comets (10-2) won’t yellow card. meet on Monday is if TunkVerdetto also helped the Trohannock (8-3) upsets Holy Redeemer (11-0) today. That would jans to the 25-14 victory with two aces and three kills in the setup a tie-breaking match beBy DAVE ROSENGRANT drosengrant@timesleader.com

first game, including a hard smash for the game-winner. The only time the Comets held a lead was when the score was 6-5. “I think our unforced ballhandling is what killed us today. That and I thought we missed a few serves. Even on the serves we were serving in they were a little weak,” Crestwood coach Mike Williams said. “Against a high-powered offense like that you can’t do that. Hopefully today was a really good learning experience. That’s what I’m hoping.” In Game 2, the Comets settled down and were much closer to the Trojans, holding several leads in a match that consisted of eight lead changes and 11 ties. North Pocono didn’t pull away until the final five points were scored and the score went from 21-20 to 25-21. Brent Bisignani (3 points, 7 kills, 10 digs, 2 blocks) ended the second game with a booming kill for North Pocono. Crestwood appeared to be in

control throughout the third game with a six-point lead at one time, 13-8. But Trojans coach Jud Holdredge called a timeout to regroup his team. After that, the Trojans battled back to within one point three times before overtaking the Comets at 22-21 then winning 25-23. In addition to big kills, the Trojans defense was all over the court making several diving digs and key blocks to hold the Comets from getting a point. “Our defense was tough tonight and that’s what we’ve been practicing,” Holdredge said. “If we keep the ball off the floor and let them beat themselves there’s a big difference in our game… I’m pleased with the win, but Monday could be a whole different game.” Brent Morrell chipped in five kills and one block for North Pocono, while Prohaska led the Comets with 11 kills, four digs and four blocks. Pat Henry registered 10 kills and four digs for Crestwood, and Nick Banos

contributed with 18 assists and three blocks. Spartans open regional play

Wyoming Valley West won its fourth District 2 Class 3A championship in six years with a record of 8-4 and will now represent the WVC and D2 in the Class 3A Subregional with District 11. WVW advances to the event by having the best record on the 3A teams in the district. The Spartans play the first match of the tournament today at Parkland at 5:30 p.m. against the host team. The Trojans are ranked seventh in the state and the winner of today’s match will face the winner of the Friday’s quarterfinal match between Liberty and Whitehall. The tournament’s semifinals are slated for Tuesday with the finals scheduled for Thursday, May 24. In previous seasons, the tournament consisted of pool play, but last year the format was changed to a tournament style.

Coughlin 3, Berwick 0

The Crusaders won by scores of 25-17, 25-16, 25-16 as Richard Poplawski belted 18 kills to go with five digs and three service points. Kevin Zingaretti also reach double figures in kills with 10. He also netted three assists and eight points. Arthur Reilly was key on defense for Coughlin with eight digs, while Devon Davis contributed with 12 points, five kills and three aces. For Berwick, Matt Cashman (3 points, 2 kills, 2 digs, 2 blocks) and Cody George (4 points, 3 assists, 3 digs) helped the team. Valley West 3, Dallas 0

The Spartans won Monday’s match by scores of 25-18, 25-10 25-17 led by Chris Spellman’s 12 points, two kills and six digs. Mark Burridge (7 points, 3 aces, 5 kills, 6 digs) and Dylan Saneholtz (6 points, 9 digs, 20 assists) also helped the team to victory.

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AMERICAN LEAGUE ROUNDUP

Jays fold, spindle and mutilate N.Y. The Associated Press

TORONTO — Edwin Encarnacion hit a three-run homer, J.P. Arencibia added a two-run drive and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the New York Yankees 8-1 on Wednesday night. Jose Bautista and Kelly Johnson added solo home runs as the Blue Jays tagged Yankees right-hander Hiroki Kuroda for seven runs, matching a career-high. Blue Jays right-hander Kyle Drabek (3-4) snapped a fourstart losing streak, scattering three hits over seven innings to win for the first time since April 15 against Baltimore. He walked four and struck out five. Arencibia had three hits and scored twice, helping Toronto snap a three-game losing streak and giving the Blue Jays their seventh win in their past 11 home games against the Yankees. Kuroda (3-5) allowed eight hits and a season-high three homers in five-plus innings. He walked two and struck out six. Rays 2, Red Sox 1

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Jeremy Hellickson pitched six solid innings, Luke Scott had a tiebreaking sacrifice fly, and the Tampa Bay Rays beat Boston, snapping the Red Sox’s five-game winning streak. Hellickson (4-0) allowed one run and five hits en route to winning a career-best sixth consecutive decision, dating to Sept. 4. He struck out six and walked two. Tampa Bay second baseman Will Rhymes left in the eighth inning after being hit by a pitch near his right elbow. While standing at first base he gestured that he wanted to come out of the game, took a couple of steps and collapsed

into the arms of first base coach George Hendrick. Twins 11, Tigers 7

DETROIT — Jamey Carroll hit a two-run double in the sixth inning to give Minnesota the lead, and the Twins outlasted the sloppy Detroit Tigers. The Tigers still led 7-6 when Carroll came up with men on first and second in the sixth. His double off Duane Below (2-1) scored both runners. Brian Dozier hit a three-run homer for Minnesota in the second, and Trevor Plouffe’s two-run shot in the ninth made it 11-7. Indians 9, Mariners 3

CLEVELAND — Ubaldo Jimenez overcame a shaky start to get the win and the Cleveland Indians pounded out a season-best five doubles to beat the Seattle Mariners. Jimenez (4-3) gave up five hits and three runs over six innings. He threw 107 pitches — 27 in a long first inning — walked two and struck out four. Seattle starter Felix Hernandez (3-3) gave up 10 hits and six earned runs in only 32⁄3 innings. Rangers 4, Athletics 1

ARLINGTON, Texas — Yu Darvish pitched 72⁄3 strong innings and Adrian Beltre had a two-run homer to help the Texas Rangers beat the Oakland Athletics 4-1 on Wednesday night. Darvish (6-1) gave up one run and four hits while striking out seven to win his sixth game in seven decisions. After giving up a run in the first, Darvish settled down and retired 11 of the last 15 batters he faced. He lowered his ERA to 2.60.

N AT I O N A L L E A G U E R O U N D U P

Frazier homers twice and down go Mets The Associated Press

NEW YORK — Todd Frazier homered twice, Brandon Phillips hit a tying single off Jon Rauch in the eighth and the Cincinnati Reds beat the New York Mets 6-3 on Wednesday night. Pinch-hitter Jay Bruce drove in the go-ahead run on a sacrifice fly one out after the Reds put together three straight hits off Rauch (3-2), ending with Phillips’ single. Rauch retired Chris Heisey on a popup before left-hander Tim Byrdak came on to face the lefty-hitting Bruce. After that, D.J. Carrasco came on and gave up Frazier’s second homer on his first pitch. Phillies 9, Cubs 2 CHICAGO — Carlos Ruiz hit a tiebreaking solo homer in the eighth inning and Philadelphia used Hector Luna’s first career grand slam to pull away against Chicago. Kyle Kendrick pitched six innings in his first start in 12 days as Philadelphia returned to .500 for the first time since May 3. He also singled and scored the tying run in the fifth. Hunter Pence opened the eighth with a long fly ball off Shawn Camp (2-2) that was caught at the warning track in left. Ruiz followed with a drive that reached the bleachers in left. Nationals 7, Pirates 4

WASHINGTON — Adam LaRoche broke open a tight game with a three-run double for his 1,000th career hit after homering for No. 999, and Gio Gonzalez took over the NL strikeout lead from teammate Stephen Strasburg by fanning 10 in seven innings, leading the Washington Nationals past the

Pittsburgh Pirates. Hitting cleanup while Michael Morse is on the disabled list, LaRoche leads the Nationals with seven homers and 29 RBIs. Talk about a turnaround: LaRoche hit .172 with three homers in 43 games in 2011 before having left shoulder surgery. Marlins 8, Braves 4

ATLANTA — Giancarlo Stanton hit a two-run homer and possibly saved two runs with a diving catch and the Miami Marlins beat the Braves, adding another win to their impressive May record. Miami is 12-3 this month after a slow 8-14 start in April. The Marlins (20-17) moved three games over .500 for the first time this season. Padres 4, Dodgers 2

SAN DIEGO — Chase Headley homered, doubled and drove in three runs, and the last-place San Diego Padres rallied to beat the NL Westleading Los Angeles Dodgers, helping left-hander Clayton Richard snap his personal five-game losing streak. Astros 8, Brewers 3

HOUSTON — Carlos Lee had three hits, including his first homer since April 22, and three RBIs to back another solid outing by Bud Norris, and the Houston Astros beat the Milwaukee Brewers. Rockies 6, Diamondbacks 1

DENVER — Jamie Moyer handcuffed the Arizona Diamondbacks at the plate and in the field, pitching neatly into the seventh and driving in two runs with an infield single in Colorado’s 6-1 win Wednesday night.

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St. Louis ......................................... Cincinnati ....................................... Pittsburgh ...................................... Houston ......................................... Milwaukee...................................... Chicago..........................................

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All Times EDT AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division L Pct GB WCGB 14 .632 — — 1 ⁄2 — 14 .622 17 .541 31⁄2 — 1 18 .526 4 ⁄2 20 .459 61⁄2 3 Central Division L Pct GB WCGB 16 .568 — — 19 .486 3 2 20 .459 4 3 20 .429 5 4 26 .297 10 9 West Division L Pct GB WCGB 14 .632 — — 19 .500 5 11⁄2 21 .432 71⁄2 4 23 .410 81⁄2 5 NATIONAL LEAGUE East Division L Pct GB WCGB 14 .622 — — 1 ⁄2 — 15 .605 17 .541 3 — 17 .541 3 — 19 .500 41⁄2 11⁄2 Central Division L Pct GB WCGB 15 .583 — — 1 17 .528 2 ⁄2 20 .459 41⁄2 3 4 21 .432 51⁄2 21 .432 51⁄2 4 22 .405 61⁄2 5 West Division L Pct GB WCGB 13 .649 — — 18 .500 51⁄2 11⁄2 22 .421 81⁄2 41⁄2 21 .417 81⁄2 41⁄2 24 .368 101⁄2 61⁄2

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Away 8-9 9-10 9-10 6-11 4-10

AMERICAN LEAGUE Monday's Games N.Y. Yankees 8, Baltimore 5 Tampa Bay 7, Toronto 1 Boston 6, Seattle 1 Kansas City 3, Texas 1 Cleveland 5, Minnesota 4 Chicago White Sox 7, Detroit 5 Oakland 5, L.A. Angels 0 Tuesday's Games Cleveland 5, Minnesota 0 Detroit 10, Chicago White Sox 8 Boston 5, Seattle 0 Baltimore 5, N.Y. Yankees 2 L.A. Angels 4, Oakland 0 Tampa Bay 4, Toronto 3 Kansas City 7, Texas 4 Wednesday's Games Minnesota 11, Detroit 7 Cleveland 9, Seattle 3 Toronto 8, N.Y. Yankees 1 Tampa Bay 2, Boston 1 Texas 4, Oakland 1 Baltimore at Kansas City, 8:10 p.m. Chicago White Sox at L.A. Angels, 10:05 p.m. Thursday's Games Seattle (Noesi 2-4) at Cleveland (McAllister 1-1), 12:05 p.m. Minnesota (Walters 0-1) at Detroit (Fister 0-1), 1:05 p.m. Oakland (McCarthy 3-3) at Texas (M.Harrison 4-3), 2:05 p.m. Baltimore (Matusz 2-4) at Kansas City (Hochevar 3-3), 2:10 p.m. Chicago White Sox (Sale 3-2) at L.A. Angels (C.Wilson 4-3), 3:35 p.m. N.Y. Yankees (P.Hughes 3-4) at Toronto (Hutchison 2-1), 7:07 p.m. Boston (Doubront 3-1) at Tampa Bay (M.Moore 1-3), 7:10 p.m. NATIONAL LEAGUE Monday's Games

Chicago Cubs 6, St. Louis 4 Philadelphia 5, Houston 1 Washington 8, San Diego 5 Cincinnati 3, Atlanta 1 N.Y. Mets 3, Milwaukee 1 Pittsburgh 3, Miami 2 L.A. Dodgers 3, Arizona 1 San Francisco 3, Colorado 2 Tuesday's Games Philadelphia 4, Houston 3, 10 innings San Diego 6, Washington 1 St. Louis 7, Chicago Cubs 6 Atlanta 6, Cincinnati 2 Milwaukee 8, N.Y. Mets 0 Miami 6, Pittsburgh 2 Arizona 5, L.A. Dodgers 1 Colorado 5, San Francisco 4 Wednesday's Games San Diego 4, L.A. Dodgers 2 Washington 7, Pittsburgh 4 Cincinnati 6, N.Y. Mets 3 Miami 8, Atlanta 4 Houston 8, Milwaukee 3 Philadelphia 9, Chicago Cubs 2 Colorado 6, Arizona 1 St. Louis at San Francisco, 10:15 p.m. Thursday's Games Cincinnati (Latos 2-2) at N.Y. Mets (Dickey 5-1), 1:10 p.m. Arizona (Cahill 2-4) at Colorado (Nicasio 2-1), 3:10 p.m. St. Louis (Wainwright 2-4) at San Francisco (M.Cain 2-2), 3:45 p.m. Pittsburgh (Ja.McDonald 2-2) at Washington (Zimmermann 2-3), 7:05 p.m. Miami (Nolasco 4-1) at Atlanta (Beachy 4-1), 7:10 p.m. Milwaukee (Marcum 2-1) at Houston (Happ 2-3), 8:05 p.m. Philadelphia (Halladay 3-3) at Chicago Cubs (Volstad 0-5), 8:05 p.m. L.A. Dodgers (Harang 2-2) at San Diego (Volquez 2-2), 10:05 p.m.

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Oakland.............................. 100 000 000 — 1 Texas.................................. 000 400 00x — 4 DP—Oakland 2, Texas 1. LOB—Oakland 4, Texas 5. 2B—J.Weeks (6). HR—Beltre (7). SF—Reddick. IP H R ER BB SO Oakland Milone L,5-3............. 7 9 4 4 1 4 Figueroa................... 1 0 0 0 1 0 Texas Darvish W,6-1 ......... 72⁄3 4 1 1 2 7 Adams H,7 ............... 1⁄3 0 0 0 0 1 Nathan S,8-9............ 1 0 0 0 0 3 PB—Recker. Umpires—Home, Tim Welke;First, Laz Diaz;Second, Mike Everitt;Third, Lance Barrett. T—2:35. A—46,370 (48,194).

Blue Jays 8, Yankees 1 New York

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Grndrs cf KJhnsn 2b Swisher rf Thams lf Cano 2b Bautist rf AlRdrg 3b Encrnc 1b Teixeir 1b Lawrie 3b Ibanez lf Rasms cf ErChvz dh Arencii c AnJons ph-dh 1 0 0 0 Lind dh 4 0 1 0 Martin c 3 0 0 0 Vizquel ss 3 0 0 0 J.Nix ss 2 0 0 0 Wise ph 1 0 0 0 Totals 30 1 3 1 Totals 34 811 8 New York ........................... 000 001 000 — 1 Toronto............................... 023 110 10x — 8 E—Cano (2). DP—New York 2. LOB—New York 9, Toronto 4. 2B—Cano (14), Thames (5), Arencibia (6). HR—K.Johnson (8), Bautista (9), Encarnacion (13), Arencibia (4). SB—Lawrie (6). IP H R ER BB SO New York Kuroda L,3-5............ 5 8 7 7 2 6 Rapada..................... 11⁄3 1 1 1 0 1 Eppley ...................... 12⁄3 2 0 0 0 1 Toronto Drabek W,3-4.......... 7 3 1 1 4 5 L.Perez..................... 1 0 0 0 2 2 Cordero .................... 1 0 0 0 0 1 Kuroda pitched to 1 batter in the 6th. HBP—by Drabek (Ibanez). Umpires—Home, Dan Iassogna;First, Dale Scott;Second, CB Bucknor;Third, Bill Miller. T—2:45. A—28,915 (49,260).

Indians 9, Mariners 3 Seattle

Cleveland ab r h bi Choo rf 5 2 3 0 Kipnis 2b 5 2 2 1 ACarer ss 4 1 2 0 Hafner dh 5 2 2 3 CSantn c 3 2 1 1 Marson c 1 0 0 0 Brantly cf 3 0 2 1 Cnghm cf 1 0 0 0 Damon lf 3 0 1 0 Ktchm 1b 3 0 0 0 JoLopz 3b 3 0 1 0 Totals 31 3 6 3 Totals 36 914 6 Seattle ................................ 102 000 000 — 3 Cleveland ........................... 400 401 00x — 9 E—Figgins (1), J.Montero (1). DP—Seattle 1, Cleveland 2. LOB—Seattle 3, Cleveland 10. 2B—Choo (9), Kipnis (4), Hafner (6), C.Santana (7), Brantley (13). HR—Ackley (3), Hafner (5). SB—M.Saunders (5), C.Santana (2). IP H R ER BB SO Seattle F.Hernandez L,3-3.. 32⁄3 10 8 6 3 3 Kelley........................ 1⁄3 1 0 0 0 0 Iwakuma................... 4 3 1 1 3 4 Cleveland Jimenez W,4-3 ........ 6 5 3 3 2 4 Accardo .................... 1 0 0 0 0 1 Sipp........................... 1 0 0 0 0 1 Asencio .................... 1 1 0 0 0 0 HBP—by F.Hernandez (A.Cabrera). WP—F.Hernandez, Jimenez. PB—J.Montero. Umpires—Home, Fieldin Culbreth;First, Adrian Johnson;Second, Gary Cederstrom;Third, Lance Barksdale. T—3:00. A—12,092 (43,429). Ackley 2b MSndrs cf ISuzuki rf JMontr c Seager dh Smoak 1b Liddi 3b-lf Figgins lf-3b Ryan ss

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Twins 11, Tigers 7 Minnesota

Detroit ab r h bi ab r h bi Komats cf 5 1 0 0 AJcksn cf 3 2 2 1 Dozier ss 5 2 1 3 Kelly cf 2 0 0 0 Mauer dh 5 1 2 1 Dirks lf 4 2 3 1 Wlngh lf 5 2 3 1 MiCarr 3b 5 0 2 2 Mornea 1b 5 0 1 0 Fielder 1b 3 0 1 2 Doumit c 3 1 2 1 DYong dh 4 0 1 0 Butera c 1 1 1 0 Avila c 3 0 0 0 Plouffe rf 5 1 1 2 Raburn 2b 3 1 0 0 ACasill 2b 3 1 1 1 Boesch rf 4 1 1 0 JCarrll 3b 5 1 2 2 RSantg ss 3 1 1 1 Totals 42111411 Totals 34 711 7 Minnesota........................ 231 002 102 — 11 Detroit .............................. 150 010 000 — 7 E—R.Santiago (2), Raburn (2), Fielder (4), Mi.Cabrera (5). DP—Minnesota 1, Detroit 1. LOB—Minnesota 7, Detroit 6. 2B—Mauer (8), Willingham 2 (13), Morneau (6), Butera (1), J.Carroll (6), Mi.Cabrera (6), D.Young (7). HR—Dozier (2), Plouffe (2). CS—Mi.Cabrera (1). SF—Fielder 2. IP H R ER BB SO Minnesota Blackburn................. 2 6 6 6 2 2 Gray .......................... 21⁄3 2 1 1 0 0 Al.Burnett W,1-0 ..... 1 0 0 0 2 0 2 0 0 0 1 Duensing H,4 .......... 11⁄3 Burton H,6................ 11⁄3 0 0 0 0 1 Perkins ..................... 1 1 0 0 0 0 Detroit Porcello .................... 4 6 6 2 0 3 Below L,2-1.............. 21⁄3 2 2 2 1 2 Putkonen.................. 12⁄3 4 1 1 1 3 Balester .................... 1 2 2 2 1 0 WP—Putkonen. Umpires—Home, Eric Cooper;First, Marty Foster;Second, Tim Timmons;Third, Jeff Kellogg. T—3:25. A—33,955 (41,255).

Rangers 4, Athletics 1 Oakland JWeeks 2b Cowgill cf JGoms ph-lf Reddck rf-cf S.Smith lf-rf Kaaihu dh Dnldsn 3b Barton 1b Recker c Sogard ss Totals

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N A T I O N A L L E A G U E Phillies 9, Cubs 2 Philadelphia

Chicago ab r h bi ab r h bi Rollins ss 4 1 1 0 DeJess rf 4 0 1 0 Pierre lf 3 0 2 0 Campn cf 2 0 0 0 Wggntn ph-1b 1 1 1 2 Mather ph 1 0 0 0 Victorn cf 5 0 1 1 SCastro ss 4 0 0 0 Pence rf 4 0 0 0 LaHair 1b 4 1 0 0 Ruiz c 4 3 2 1 ASorin lf 3 1 1 2 Polanc 3b 3 0 0 0 IStewrt 3b 3 0 0 0 Contrrs p 0 0 0 0 Soto c 3 0 0 0 Orr ph 1 0 0 0 Barney 2b 3 0 1 0 Bastrd p 0 0 0 0 Garza p 1 0 0 0 Luna ph 1 1 1 4 Russell p 0 0 0 0 Valdes p 0 0 0 0 Camp p 0 0 0 0 Mayrry 1b-lf 5 0 0 0 JeBakr ph 1 0 0 0 Galvis 2b 4 1 2 1 Maine p 0 0 0 0 Kndrck p 2 1 1 0 Bowden p 0 0 0 0 Fontent ph-3b 1 1 1 0 Totals 38 912 9 Totals 29 2 3 2 Philadelphia....................... 010 010 016 — 9 Chicago.............................. 000 200 000 — 2 E—Pierre (1), Garza (2). DP—Chicago 2. LOB— Philadelphia 7, Chicago 2. 2B—Pierre (2), Galvis 2 (11), DeJesus (8). HR—Ruiz (7), Luna (1), A.Soriano (2). SB—Rollins (8), Pierre (6), Wigginton (1). S—Campana, Garza. IP H R ER BB SO Philadelphia K.Kendrick ............... 6 3 2 1 0 4 Contreras W,1-0 ..... 1 0 0 0 0 1 Bastardo H,8............ 1 0 0 0 0 2 Valdes ...................... 1 0 0 0 0 2 Chicago Garza........................ 62⁄3 8 2 2 1 2 Russell ..................... 1⁄3 0 0 0 1 1 Camp L,2-2 .............. 1 1 1 1 0 2 Maine........................ 0 1 3 3 1 0 Bowden .................... 1 2 3 3 1 1 Maine pitched to 3 batters in the 9th. HBP—by Maine (Fontenot). Umpires—Home, Vic Carapazza;First, Gerry Davis;Second, Phil Cuzzi;Third, Greg Gibson. T—3:11. A—38,678 (41,009).

Nationals 7, Pirates 4 Pittsburgh

Washington ab r h bi ab r h bi Tabata rf 4 1 1 0 Dsmnd ss 4 1 1 1 Walker 2b 4 0 0 0 Harper cf-rf 3 2 1 0 AMcCt cf 4 0 2 0 Zmrmn 3b 3 1 0 1 McGeh 1b 3 0 0 1 LaRoch 1b 4 1 3 4 Navarr lf 2 1 0 0 Nady rf-lf 3 1 1 1 PAlvrz ph-3b 1 0 0 0 Clipprd p 0 0 0 0 Barajs c 3 1 1 0 HRdrgz p 0 0 0 0 Barmes ss 4 0 0 0 Espinos 2b 4 0 1 0 JHrrsn 3b-lf 4 1 2 3 TMoore lf 3 0 0 0 Bedard p 2 0 0 0 Ankiel cf 1 0 0 0 McLoth ph 1 0 0 0 Flores c 3 1 0 0 Meek p 0 0 0 0 GGnzlz p 2 0 0 0 JHughs p 0 0 0 0 Berndn ph-lf 0 0 0 0 Totals 32 4 6 4 Totals 30 7 7 7 Pittsburgh .......................... 000 010 210 — 4 Washington ....................... 101 002 30x — 7 E—Desmond (7). DP—Washington 1. LOB—Pittsburgh 4, Washington 4. 2B—LaRoche (10). 3B—Harper (1). HR—J.Harrison (1), Desmond (5), LaRoche (7), Nady (3). SB—Tabata (5). S—Bernadina. SF—McGehee. IP H R ER BB SO Pittsburgh Bedard L,2-5............ 6 6 4 4 1 7 Meek......................... 1 1 3 3 2 2 J.Hughes.................. 1 0 0 0 0 0 Washington G.Gonzalez W,5-1.. 7 4 3 3 2 10 Clippard.................... 1 2 1 1 0 1 H.Rodriguez S,9-12 1 0 0 0 0 1 HBP—by Meek (Flores). Umpires—Home, Tony Randazzo;First, Alan Porter;Second, Larry Vanover;Third, Brian Gorman. T—2:44. A—25,942 (41,487).

Brewers 8, Mets 0 Milwaukee

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The Blue Jays’ Jose Bautista hits a solo home run off Yankees starter Hiroki Kuroda during Wednesday’s game in Toronto.

IP H R ER BB SO Milwaukee Greinke W,4-1 ......... 7 5 0 0 0 7 Dillard ....................... 1 0 0 0 0 1 Axford ....................... 1 1 0 0 0 2 New York 8 7 7 1 4 Gee L,2-3 ................. 51⁄3 Acosta ...................... 2⁄3 0 0 0 0 0 D.Carrasco .............. 1⁄3 1 1 1 0 0 R.Ramirez................ 22⁄3 2 0 0 1 5 HBP—by D.Carrasco (Braun). Umpires—Home, Gary Darling;First, Paul Emmel;Second, Scott Barry;Third, Jerry Meals. T—2:42. A—22,268 (41,922).

Padres 4, Dodgers 2 Los Angeles

San Diego ab r h bi ab r h bi GwynJ cf 4 1 1 0 Maybin cf 3 1 1 1 EHerrr 2b-3b 4 1 1 1 Denorfi rf 3 1 1 0 Abreu lf 4 0 1 0 Venale ph-rf 1 0 0 0 Ethier rf 3 0 0 1 Headly 3b 3 1 2 3 Sands 1b 3 0 1 0 Guzmn 1b 3 0 0 0 Loney ph 1 0 0 0 Darnell lf 3 0 1 0 Sellers ss 3 0 0 0 OHudsn 2b 4 1 1 0 AKndy 3b 3 0 0 0 Hundly c 3 0 0 0 Guerra p 0 0 0 0 Parrino ss 3 0 0 0 Belisari p 0 0 0 0 Richrd p 2 0 0 0 Treanr c 3 0 1 0 Alonso ph 0 0 0 0 Capuan p 2 0 0 0 Cashnr p 0 0 0 0 M.Ellis 2b 1 0 0 0 Thayer p 0 0 0 0 Totals 31 2 5 2 Totals 28 4 6 4 Los Angeles....................... 200 000 000 — 2 San Diego .......................... 100 002 10x — 4 E—Capuano (1), Richard (4). DP—Los Angeles 1. LOB—Los Angeles 3, San Diego 7. 2B—E.Herrera (1), Sands (1), Treanor (1), Headley (9), Darnell (1). HR—Headley (5). CS—Gwynn Jr. (2), Headley (2). S—Parrino. SF—Ethier. IP H R ER BB SO Los Angeles Capuano L,5-1 ........ 61⁄3 6 4 3 3 6 Guerra ...................... 2⁄3 0 0 0 1 0 Belisario ................... 1 0 0 0 2 1 San Diego Richard W,2-5 ......... 7 4 2 2 0 6 Cashner H,5 ............ 1 0 0 0 0 3 Thayer S,4-4............ 1 1 0 0 0 0 Umpires—Home, Brian Runge;First, Ted Barrett;Second, Marvin Hudson;Third, Tim McClelland. T—2:38. A—21,019 (42,691). Marlins 8, Braves 4 Atlanta ab r h bi ab r h bi Reyes ss 5 1 1 0 Pstrnck ss 5 1 1 0 Infante 2b 5 2 3 0 Prado lf 4 1 3 0 HRmrz 3b 4 1 0 0 Fremn 1b 3 1 0 1 Kearns lf 4 1 2 2 Uggla 2b 4 1 2 1 Petersn pr-lf 1 1 0 0 McCnn c 4 0 2 1 Stanton rf 3 2 1 2 Diaz rf 4 0 0 1 GSnchz 1b 3 0 1 1 Heywrd cf 4 0 0 0 Bonifac cf 4 0 2 2 JFrncs 3b 4 0 1 0 J.Buck c 4 0 0 0 Minor p 1 0 0 0 Buehrle p 3 0 0 0 CMrtnz p 1 0 0 0 Cishek p 0 0 0 0 Hinske ph 1 0 1 0 Choate p 0 0 0 0 Durbin p 0 0 0 0 Morrsn ph 1 0 0 0 LHrndz p 0 0 0 0 Mujica p 0 0 0 0 Bourn ph 1 0 0 0 Bell p 0 0 0 0 Totals 37 810 7 Totals 36 410 4 Miami .................................. 000 330 200 — 8 Atlanta ................................ 100 003 000 — 4 E—Stanton (5). LOB—Miami 6, Atlanta 6. 2B—Kearns 2 (4), Prado 2 (11), J.Francisco (4). HR—Stanton (8). SB—Reyes (10), Infante 2 (4), Bonifacio (20). IP H R ER BB SO Miami Buehrle W,3-4 ......... 6 6 4 4 1 4 Cishek ...................... 2⁄3 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Choate H,6 ............... 1⁄3 Mujica ....................... 1 1 0 0 0 1 Bell ............................ 1 0 0 0 0 1 Atlanta Minor L,2-3 .............. 42⁄3 6 6 6 3 3 3 2 2 0 4 C.Martinez ............... 21⁄3 Durbin....................... 1 0 0 0 0 1 L.Hernandez ............ 1 1 0 0 0 1 HBP—by Minor (H.Ramirez). WP—Buehrle. Umpires—Home, Rob Drake;First, Joe West;Second, Sam Holbrook;Third, Andy Fletcher. T—2:49. A—21,106 (49,586). Miami

Astros 8, Brewers 3 Milwaukee

Houston ab r h bi ab r h bi Morgan cf 4 0 0 0 Schafer cf 4 1 1 1 RWeks 2b 4 0 0 0 Altuve 2b 3 1 1 0 Braun lf 3 0 1 0 JDMrtn lf 2 1 0 1 ArRmr 3b 3 1 0 0 Ca.Lee 1b 4 2 3 3 Hart rf 3 2 1 1 Lowrie ss 4 1 1 1 Kottars c 3 0 0 0 Maxwll rf 4 0 1 1 Maysnt ph 1 0 0 0 CJhnsn 3b 4 0 0 0 Ishikaw 1b 2 0 0 0 JCastro c 3 1 0 0 Lucroy ph 1 0 1 2 Norris p 2 1 1 0 CIzturs ss 4 0 1 0 R.Cruz p 0 0 0 0 Wolf p 1 0 1 0 Wrght p 0 0 0 0 Conrad ph 1 0 0 0 Chulk p 0 0 0 0 Green ph 1 0 0 0 Dillard p 0 0 0 0 MParr p 0 0 0 0 Aoki ph 1 0 0 0 Totals 32 3 5 3 Totals 30 8 8 7 Milwaukee.......................... 000 100 002 — 3 Houston.............................. 023 200 10x — 8 E—Hart (1). DP—Milwaukee 1. LOB—Milwaukee 6, Houston 3. 2B—Lowrie (6). 3B—Lucroy (3). HR— Hart (8), Ca.Lee (3). SB—Schafer (12), Altuve (7). S—Norris. SF—J.D.Martinez. IP H R ER BB SO Milwaukee Wolf L,2-4 ................ 4 7 7 6 3 1 Chulk ........................ 2 0 0 0 0 3 Dillard ....................... 12⁄3 1 1 1 0 1 M.Parra .................... 1⁄3 0 0 0 0 0 Houston Norris W,4-1 ............ 7 4 1 1 2 9 R.Cruz ...................... 1 0 2 2 2 1 W.Wright .................. 1 1 0 0 0 0 R.Cruz pitched to 2 batters in the 9th. Umpires—Home, Wally Bell;First, Brian Knight;Second, Mark Wegner;Third, Mike Muchlinski. T—2:44. A—15,453 (40,981).

Rockies 6, Diamondbacks 1 Arizona

Colorado ab r h bi ab r h bi Pollock cf 4 0 0 0 Scutaro 2b 4 0 0 0 A.Hill 2b 3 0 1 0 Colvin rf 4 1 1 0 J.Upton rf 3 0 0 0 CGnzlz lf 4 0 1 1 Kubel lf 3 0 0 0 Tlwtzk ss 4 1 1 0 Gldsch 1b 4 0 1 0 Cuddyr 1b 4 0 0 0 RRorts 3b 4 0 1 0 WRosr c 3 1 0 0 JMcDnl ss 4 1 2 0 Pachec 3b 4 2 2 1 HBlanc c 4 0 0 0 Fowler cf 3 1 3 2 Corbin p 2 0 0 0 Moyer p 2 0 1 2 Ransm ph 1 0 1 1 Roenck p 0 0 0 0 Zagrsk p 0 0 0 0 Rogers p 0 0 0 0 Ziegler p 0 0 0 0 GParra ph 1 0 0 0 Totals 33 1 6 1 Totals 32 6 9 6 Arizona ............................... 000 000 100 — 1 Colorado ............................ 030 210 00x — 6 E—Cuddyer (2). DP—Arizona 1, Colorado 1. LOB—Arizona 8, Colorado 4. 2B—Goldschmidt (7), Jo.McDonald (5), Ransom (4), Fowler (5). 3B—Colvin (3), Fowler (2). SB—A.Hill (4). IP H R ER BB SO Arizona Corbin L,2-2............. 6 9 6 6 2 3 Zagurski ................... 1 0 0 0 0 0 Ziegler ...................... 1 0 0 0 0 0 Colorado Moyer W,2-3............ 61⁄3 6 1 1 2 5 Roenicke .................. 12⁄3 0 0 0 1 1 Rogers...................... 1 0 0 0 0 1 Umpires—Home, Jim Joyce;First, Jim Reynolds;Second, Mike Estabrook;Third, James Hoye. T—2:41. A—32,162 (50,398).

M A J O R L E A G U E L E A D E R S NATIONAL LEAGUE BATTING—DWright, New York, .402;Furcal, St. Louis, .359;Kemp, Los Angeles, .359;LaHair, Chicago, .352;McCutchen, Pittsburgh, .344;Jay, St. Louis, .343;LaRoche, Washington, .339. RUNS—Kemp, Los Angeles, 29;Beltran, St. Louis, 28;Bourn, Atlanta, 27;CGonzalez, Colorado, 27;Uggla, Atlanta, 27;MEllis, Los Angeles, 26;Furcal, St. Louis, 26. RBI—Ethier, Los Angeles, 34;Beltran, St. Louis, 32;Freeman, Atlanta, 29;CGonzalez, Colorado,

29;LaRoche, Washington, 29;Kemp, Los Angeles, 28;Bruce, Cincinnati, 27;Freese, St. Louis, 27. HOME RUNS—Beltran, St. Louis, 13;Kemp, Los Angeles, 12;Braun, Milwaukee, 10;Bruce, Cincinnati, 10;LaHair, Chicago, 10;Pence, Philadelphia, 9;Ethier, Los Angeles, 8;Hart, Milwaukee, 8;Stanton, Miami, 8. PITCHING—Lynn, St. Louis, 6-1;Lilly, Los Angeles, 5-0;Lohse, St. Louis, 5-1;Capuano, Los Angeles, 5-1;Hamels, Philadelphia, 5-1;Dickey, New York, 5-1;GGonzalez, Washington, 5-1;Bumgarner, San Francisco, 5-2. STRIKEOUTS—GGonzalez, Washington, 60;Strasburg, Washington, 56;Greinke, Milwaukee, 53;ASanchez, Miami, 51;Norris, Houston, 50;Hamels, Philadelphia, 49;Lincecum, San Francisco, 48;MCain, San Francisco, 48. SAVES—Kimbrel, Atlanta, 11;Papelbon, Philadelphia, 10;FFrancisco, New York, 9;HRodriguez, Washington, 9;Myers, Houston, 9;SCasilla, San Francisco, 8;Guerra, Los Angeles, 8.

AMERICAN LEAGUE BATTING—Hamilton, Texas, .404; Jeter, New York, .366; Ortiz, Boston, .345; Konerko, Chicago, .344; AJackson, Detroit, .331; Andrus, Texas, .329; ACabrera, Cleveland, .325. RUNS—Kinsler, Texas, 33; Hamilton, Texas, 32; AJackson, Detroit, 29; AdJones, Baltimore, 29; De Aza, Chicago, 27; Ortiz, Boston, 27; Pedroia, Boston, 26. RBI—Hamilton, Texas, 45; Encarnacion, Toronto, 34; MiCabrera, Detroit, 33; ADunn, Chicago, 28; Butler, Kansas City, 27; Ortiz, Boston, 27; Scott, Tampa Bay, 27. HOME RUNS—Hamilton, Texas, 18; Encarnacion, Toronto, 13; Granderson, New York, 13; ADunn, Chicago, 12; AdJones, Baltimore, 11; Bautista, Toronto, 9; Hardy, Baltimore, 9; Reddick, Oakland, 9. PITCHING—Darvish, Texas, 6-1; DLowe, Cleveland, 6-1; Shields, Tampa Bay, 6-1; Price, Tampa Bay, 6-2; Weaver, Los Angeles, 5-1; Sabathia, New York, 5-1; Milone, Oakland, 5-3. STRIKEOUTS—FHernandez, Seattle, 61; Sabathia, New York, 59; Darvish, Texas, 58; Verlander, Detroit, 56; Weaver, Los Angeles, 49; Shields, Tampa Bay, 48; Scherzer, Detroit, 48; Peavy, Chicago, 48. SAVES—JiJohnson, Baltimore, 12; CPerez, Cleveland, 12; Rodney, Tampa Bay, 12; League, Seattle, 8; Nathan, Texas, 8; Broxton, Kansas City, 8; Capps, Minnesota, 7; Balfour, Oakland, 7; Valverde, Detroit, 7; Aceves, Boston, 7.

T H I S D A T E I N B A S E B A L L May 17 1925 — Cleveland’s Tris Speaker got his 3,000th career hit, off Tom Zachary, in a 2-1 loss to the Washington Senators. 1939 — The first baseball game on television was broadcast by W2XBS, an experimental station run by NBC in New York. Bill Stern handled the play-byplay as Princeton beat Columbia, 2-1, in 10 innings. 1961 — Roger Maris hit his first home run of the season at Yankee Stadium (fourth overall) on his way to a record 61. 1970 — Hank Aaron scratched out an infield single against Cincinnati’s Wayne Simpson to become the ninth player with 3,000 hits. The hit came in the nightcap of the Atlanta Braves’ doubleheader loss to the Reds in Cincinnati. 1977 — The Chicago Cubs hit seven home runs in beating the San Diego Padres 23-6 at Wrigley Field. Larry Biittner, Jerry Morales and Bobby Murcer hit consecutive home runs in the fifth for the Cubs. 1979 — Dave Kingman of the Cubs hit three home runs and Mike Schmidt of the Phillies hit two, and Philadelphia beat Chicago 23-22 in 10 innings at Wrigley Field. Bill Buckner had a grand slam and seven RBIs for Chicago. The game included 11 home runs and 50 hits. 1984 — Alan Wiggins of the San Diego Padres tied a National League record by stealing five bases in one game. He joined three others who have performed the feat — Dan McGann in 1904, Davey Lopes in 1974 and Lonnie Smith in 1982.

T U E S D AY ’ S L A T E B O X E S Diamondbacks 5, Dodgers 1 Arizona

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Devils rally past Rangers 3-2 Top seed New York has lost Game 2 in each of its three playoff series this season. By IRA PODELL AP Sports Writer

NEW YORK — David Clarkson’s deflected goal 2:31 into the third period snapped a tie and lifted the New Jersey Devils to a 3-2 victory over the New York Rangers that evened the Eastern Conference finals at one game apiece on Wednesday night. Clarkson built off the momentum created by Ryan Carter’s goal late in the second period that tied the game, 2-2. Ilya Kovalchuk had given the Devils a 1-0 lead with a power-play goal in the first. Defenseman Bryce Salvador added two assists, and Martin Brodeur stopped 23 saves for the win. “We had to keep going to the net, and I think we were doing some good things,” Clarkson said. “We’ve been playing some good hockey and we’ve got to continue to do it. That is a big win for us.” Marc Staal and Chris Kreider scored in the second for the Rangers, who lost their third straight Game 2 after winning the series opener. Top-seeded New York, which had 24 saves by Henrik Lundqvist, hasn’t had a twogame lead at any point in these playoffs. Game 3 will be Saturday in New Jersey. New Jersey got even at 2 when Salvador wound up for a shot at the blue line and fired a drive that Carter — with his back to the net — brilliantly deflected past Lundqvist with 1:51 left in the second. Marian Gaborik stood up straight in front of Salvador, but didn’t drop down as many of his teammates have to try to block the shot. For that, he was pinned

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ton’s 32 points in the second quarter and the Celtics became the first team to win by double digits. Game 1 and Game 2 were each decided by one point. Rajon Rondo had 23 points and 14 assists. Paul Pierce, playing with a banged-up knee, had 24 points and 12 rebounds. Game 4 is Friday in Philadelphia. Garnett had somehow become forgotten in Boston’s offense in Game 2 until the fourth quarter. Coach Doc Rivers said the Celtics simply weren’t going to the 16year veteran because they had established an offensive presence in the low post. The Celtics wouldn’t let that

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to the bench by coach John Tortorella, even through New York’s power play in the third. Gaborik returned to the ice with 8:40 remaining. The Devils kept the pressure on the Rangers at the start of the third and wiped out the good work New York displayed in the second. After spending much of the first penned in their own end, the Rangers rebounded to erase their early deficit and briefly take the lead thanks to their previously inept power play.

With Alexei Ponikarovsky off for interference, Staal fired a shot that sailed wide of the net and struck the back boards before popping back in front and pinballing into the net off Salvador and Brodeur at 2:23. The goal was originally credited to Derek Stepan, who was in front, but the puck managed to miss him both on the way toward the net and on the bounce back. Staal nearly netted another moments later when he ripped a drive that Brodeur had to lunge

happen again. They needed Garnett at his best in Philadelphia, where the Sixers had won their last four postseason games. So much for that minor streak. Garnett yapped his way down the court after several big early buckets and clearly enjoyed taking it to the Sixers. He buried those 10 to 16 footers with ease in the second quarter to turn a seven-point deficit into a 13-point lead. The Celtics again heard the whispers that they were too weary, too old to have their championship experience matter against the up-tempo Sixers. Pierce is gutting out an MCL injury in his left knee that has

robbed him of his jumper and slowed him down on both sides of the ball. He scored only 21 points combined in the first two games and failed to be the impact player the Celtics needed if they want to play deeper in the postseason. He charged the lane in the first quarter for a couple of angrylooking dunks. He even pounded the backboard for emphasis after one as if to show the Sixers he still had some lift in those legs. He’ll need to do it again to hold off the Sixers. Thaddeus Young scored 22 points and Jrue Holiday had 15 for the Sixers. Lou Williams and Jodie Meeks each scored 13.

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fully to his left to snare with his glove. Kreider, the rookie from Boston College, scored for the second straight game to give the Rangers a 2-1 lead at 12:19. Anton Stralman let go a shot from above the right circle that ticked Kreider’s stick and fluttered past Brodeur for the rookie’s fourth goal. He had to wait to get it because it was first given to Stralman before being changed during a commercial break. But that was hardly the longest delay of the night. Before Kreider’s power-play goal, the action was stopped for about eight minutes as arena workers struggled to get the door to the Devils’ penalty box opened. Travis Zajac stood patiently as he waited to have a seat in the box. He even managed to laugh as did New Jersey coach Peter DeBoer and the usually stoic and agitated Tortorella. Zajac, who first was sent to the Rangers’ box, stayed in New Jersey’s sin bin for only 1:47 before Kreider scored the Rangers’ second power-play goal of the night. New York registered the first six shots of the period before New Jersey had its first about 8 minutes in, but the teams were even at 17 through 40 minutes. Lundqvist had a bit of glove magic of his own midway through the second when a shot by Anton Volchenkov was deflected by Kovalchuk but tracked and grabbed by Lundqvist. The Devils got their elusive first goal of the series, and the allimportant lead in the game, when Kovalchuk connected on the power play late in the first period. The Devils didn’t record a shot on goal until 6:01 in when Patrik Elias put a wrist shot in on Lundqvist, but New Jersey finished the first period with an 8-5 edge in shots — despite having six more blocked by the Rangers. Starters Elton Brand, Spencer Hawes and Evan Turner combined for only 11 points. Wearing their matching red 76ers logo T-shirts, fans fled for the exits at the 6-minute mark and the Sixers down 101-76. The Sixers hadn’t hosted a second-round game since 2003, when coach Larry Brown and AllStar Allen Iverson ruled the town. Julius Erving walked out to a roaring ovation when he presented the game ball and Eagles quarterback Michael Vick watched from a suite.

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vis. “I was pretty stressed out,” Utter said, “but I wanted to make sure they didn’t make as many goals as we did.” For Johnson, it was showing her coach she can be counted upon. “I never really taken PKs before,” Johnson said, “but I was confident I could get it because I’ve done them in practice and worked hard and really wanted to get that goal.” After North Pocono’s Alyssa Hamill and Hanover Area’s Sam Masher opened the shootout with goals, North Pocono took a 2-1 lead when Michelle Stefanelli cashed in. Utter then made two consecutive saves to preserve the advantage. “That was clutch,” Davis said, “because she wasn’t as solid as she usually is in regulation. We talked to her after regulation because we thought about putting another keeper in for her. She said ‘Absolutely not. It’s my senior year. I want to be the one.’” Two more shooters – North Pocono’s Olga Bilardi and Hanover Area’s Kayla Keating – scored to give Johnson an opportunity to seal the win. She did with a strong liner to the right side of the net. “(Johnson) has been fighting for some playing time and she earned it in the second half of the season,” Davis said. “I asked at the end of regulation who wanted to do (the shootout). She stepped forward and I never thought that in a million years.” Hanover Area’s Gabby Murphy, who tied the game in the 27th minute off an assist from Adessa Donovan, never got her chance in the shootout as the Trojans won their second game this week in overtime.

North Pocono...................................... 1 0 0 0 (4) — 2 Hanover Area...................................... 1 0 0 0 (2) — 1 First half: 1. NP, Mallorie Deschaine (Marianna Azecvedo), 13th min; 2. HA, Gabby Murphy (Adessa Donovan), 27th. Shootout: 1. NP, Alyssa Hamill; 2. HA, Sam Masher; 3. NP, Michelle Stefanelli; 4. HA, miss; 5. NP, miss; 6. HA, miss; 7. NP, Olga Bilardi; 8. HA, Kayla Keating; 9. NP, Jessica Johnson; 10. HA, no attempt. Shots: NP 6, HA 8; Saves: NP 5 (Meghan Utter),

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Berwick 4, Dallas 3 Caty Davenport scored all four Berwick goals to propel the Bulldogs to a win. Ashley Dunbar tallied a goal and two assists for the Mountaineers. Talia Szatkowski and Courtney Wagner each added a goal.

Berwick ................................................................ 1 3 — 4 Dallas ................................................................... 1 2 — 3 First half: 1. BER, Caty Davenport (Brianna Floryshak), 10th min; 2. DAL, Courtney Wagner (Ashley Dunbar), 15th; Second half: 3. BER, Davenport (Olivia Conklin), 42nd; 4. DAL, Dunbar, 43rd; 5. BER Davenport (pen kick), 52nd; 6. BER, Davenport (Floryshak), 60th; 7. DAL Talia Szatkowski (Dunbar), 77th. Shots: BER 13, DAL 10; Saves: BER 6 (Sara Wilczynski), DAL 4 (Gabby Oliveri); Corners: BER 4, DAL 4

Tunkhannock 2, GAR 0 Janel Kalmanowicz provided the offense with a goal in each half in Tunkhannock’s win at GAR. Cheyenne Brown picked up an assist in the first half for the Tigers.

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Carlo Calabrese intimidated a police officer after arrest of Fighting Irish quarterback. By TOM COYNE Associated Press Writer

SOUTH BEND, Ind. — Prosecutors charged Notre Dame linebacker Carlo Calabrese with a misdemeanor count of intimidation Wednesday for allegedly making threatening remarks to a police officer after quarterback Tommy Rees was arrested near an off-campus party. The St. Joseph County Prosecutor’s Office announced its decision less than two weeks after police recommended on May 3 that he be charged with misdemeanor disorderly conduct. Accordingtoaprobablecauseaffidavit, South Bend Police Officer Dorian Finley said he arrived at the party after another officer had chased someone who fled the party and reported that he was in a fight. Finley said about 12 people began gathering on the street around officers and he told them to get on the sidewalk. Calabresebecamevocalandsaid Rees was his teammate, Finley said. Calabrese then walked toward the curb while talking on the phone, but remained on the street. Finley said he again asked Calabrese to get on the sidewalk. Finley said after a brief verbal exchange, Calabresesteppedonthesidewalk, but then walked back into the street. He then asked Finley if he was a Notre Dame football fan. When Rees was taken away, Finley said Calabrese told him: “My people will get you.” Finley asked Calabrese whether he was threatening him, and Finley said Calabrese repeated: “My people will get you.” Finley said people in the crowd grabbed Calabrese and walked him toward the house. Finley returned to his car. But when he saw a commotion, Finley walked back and saw people restraining Calabrese. Finley ordered Calabrese to come to him. Finley says Calabrese walked away and said “he was done.” Finley said when he again ordered Calabrese to come to him, Calabrese started walking faster. So Finleyranafterhimandplacedhim under arrest. Calabresewasreleasedlaterona $150 bond. That all happened after Rees was pepper-sprayed and arrested after he allegedly ran from away and knocked the wind out of a police officer who caught up to him and continued to resist even after being knocked down. Police said Rees was among about five people who jumped a backyard fence and ran after officers arrived to break up the party.

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Trainer Brian McNamee stated for the record “I didn’t make it up” at trial.

Administrators see potential for championship to be played outside of bowl structure.

By JOSEPH WHITE AP Sports Writer

WASHINGTON — Roger Clemens’ lawyer toyed with Brian McNamee’s memory and attacked him from several directions at once. The attorney even put an easel next to the witness with the words: “MISTAKE. BAD MEMORY. LIE.” Eventually, there came the inevitable question: “Do you sometimes just make stuff up?” McNamee has frequently taken long pauses before answering questions in three days on the witness stand, but he didn’t hesitate this time. He leaned into the microphone and said softly but assuredly: “I didn’t make it up.” Clemens’ chief accuser was on the stand for two hours of aggressive cross-examination Wednesday on one of the most important days — perhaps the most important — in the perjury trial of the seven-time Cy Young Award winning pitcher. Clemens is charged with lying when he told Congress in 2008 that he never used steroids or human growth hormone. McNamee has testified he injected Clemens with both, and the credibility of Clemens’ former friend and longtime strength coach will no doubt be the No. 1 topic when the jury starts deliberating the case. Going for style over substance, Clemens lawyer Rusty Hardin was as colorful as his outfit — bright orange tie,

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cream-colored suit — and continued his practice of mispronouncing the witness’ name. He skipped from topic to topic without warning, often confusing McNamee while trying to sow seeds of doubt in the jurors’ minds. McNamee, who has now spent 12 hours on the stand with more to come Thursday, alternated between fidgety and focused. At various times he looked curiously at the courtroom ceiling, draped his arm around his chair, or leaned forward to scratch an itchy foot while Hardin was asking questions. McNamee sometimes seemed perplexed by simple yes-or-no questions and stumbled through an answer about his birthday. Other times, he was more firm and direct. He complained when Hardin asked him a convoluted, multipart question: “Which one do you want me to

answer?” “Pick one,” Hardin replied. Hardin was perhaps most effective when he got McNamee to agree that his memory had improved once McNamee began cooperating with federal investigators looking into steroids and baseball. “Is it true that ever since you began making these accusations about Mr. Clemens, your memory and versions of what happened and details have sort of evolved?” Hardin asked. “Yes sir,” McNamee answered. Hardin asked if McNamee had “intentionally lied” to investigators. “Yes sir,” McNamee replied. McNamee testified earlier in the week that he originally minimized Clemens’ involvement with performance-enhancing drugs in what he said was an effort to protect the pitcher.

CHICAGO — How about a national championship game in Detroit? Or Minneapolis? What about Boston or New York? With college football headed toward a playoff, Big Ten administrators this week came out in favor of staging those games in bowls, a step that would keep the conference’s longstanding ties to the Rose Bowl. But league officials said they could see the title game being played in cities other than the usual suspects in California, Florida and Louisiana, though they did not offer any specific suggestions. “I think the championship game in any scenario is going to be independently bid, not part of the bowl situation,” Commissioner Jim Delany said Wednesday after wrapping up two days of meetings. “If you looked at the options that we brought back to our conferences — one is inside the bowl, one is outside the bowl — in either case, I think the information indicated that the championship game would be bid out.” A playoff, likely to include four teams, is expected as soon as the 2014 season, replacing the current No. 1 vs. No. 2 BCS championship matchup that has rotated among the Sugar, Orange,

Fiesta and Rose Bowl sites. Michigan athletic director David Brandon said the title game “is going to be huge” Delany wherever it is played, but there are more immediate issues at hand, mainly determining the championship field. Options include taking the top four teams in a poll, the four highest-ranked conference champions or some combination of both, and none is a cure for the current controversies. If anything, they could be magnified. Picking the two teams for the national championship game is already complicated. Adding more spots to the mix probably won’t make it easier. “We have a system that’s been pretty good at determining the No. 1 and No. 2 ranked teams,” Brandon said. “If you go back in history there’s been a high correlation between the No. 1 and No. 2 ranked teams of one of them becoming the national champion. Our ability to know who truly deserves to be No. 3 and No. 4 and No. 5 and No. 6 is far less accurate.” Brandon said he is “very concerned” about the possibility of teams playing up to 15 games in a season — 12 on the schedule, plus the Big Ten championship, a bowl and the national title game, for example. But he said he is fine with the four-team format.

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The Discount Warehouse Vendor Market.

Call Chris at 570-709-1639 after 3:30pm.

FORTY FORT

DALLAS

90 Susquehanna Ave Saturday 8am-12 Multi Family sale, something for everyone, Childrens items, & much more!

135 Center St Saturday, May 19 8am - 11am Classic power tools. Arts, crafts & school supplies. Holiday decorations. Cooking/baking supplies. Home decor. Shoes, clothes, jewelry, luggage & much more!

DALLAS TERRACE ST THRU BEECH ST SHAVERTOWN

CHEF/BANQUET CHEF

Must be capable of ordering and running several functions at once. Apply Within Monday ~ Sunday 8am to 5pm 10 CLUBHOUSE DRIVE DRUMS, PA 18222 OR E-MAIL johns@ sandspringsgolf. com. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

Fire & Ice Restaurant Growing, Successful, Award Winning Restaurant

SEEKING: COOKS SERVERS HOSTESSES BARTENDERS

Apply in person or online: 111 S Main St, Trucksville FIREandICEon TobyCreek.com

Food Service Manager THE NUTRITION GROUP is accepting resumes for Food Service Director positions in our school food service operations in the tri-county area. Minimum requirements: food service management, dietician, or culinary degree. Significant equivalent experience will be considered. Food service management experience preferred. Competitive wages/ benefits. Submit cover letter and resume to eastoffice@the nutritiongroup.biz and comment on willingness to commute or relocate. Three references are required.

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

110 ELMCREST DR. MAY 17, 8-11 MAY 18 & 19 8-2 MOVING EVERYTHING MUST GO! Lovely Furniture, cheap prices. Queen Bedroom suite, Lazy boys, dog crate, wicker, more.

To place your ad call...829-7130

DALLAS

3 E. Belmont Ave. Saturday May 19 8-2 Baby items, toys, furniture, clothing & much more!

SATURDAY 5/19 9AM-2PM MULTI FAMILY Antiques, vintage linens & clothing, shop tools & vacuum, hand & garden tools, toys & trains, chaise lounge, (2) 12” TVs, pottery, child's tool box, holiday decorations, quilt blocks & fabrics, buttons, sewing tools, household, crafts and much more. Must see to believe it!

DRUMS

348 Heather Highlands Saturday & Sunday 9am - 3pm Rain or Shine No Early Birds Jewelry, furniture, dolls, household items & much more!

132 & 141 West Union Street SAT., MAY 19 9AM-1PM Trampoline, power wheels, country decor, kids school clothing, games, household & more!

KINGSTON 58 SIMON BLOCK AVE. BUTTONWOOD FRI., & SAT. 7AM-2PM FURNITURE, W/D, CHRISTMAS DECOR, HOUSEHOLD ITEMS, COLLECTIBLES. 2 FLOORS OF DEALS! SOME FREE ITEMS!

LINE UP A GREAT DEAL... IN CLASSIFIED!

Looking for the right deal on an automobile? Turn to classified. It’s a showroom in print! Classified’s got the directions!

212 Division Street Sat., May 19th, 8-2 Baby clothes & items, furniture, some antiques, collectibles & lots more!

194 E.Dorrance St. Fri., May 18, Sat., May 19, 8-2 both days. Vintage Mahagony Secretary, Brohill couch, prints, snowblower, lawn mower, glassware, & much more!

30 Highland Drive New Goss Manor. Saturday 8am-1pm baby and children's clothing, toys baby items. & more!

DALLAS

3091 Lower Demunds Road Sat, May 19th, 8-2 Contents of Entire House! Beds, furniture, household.

Sand Springs 88 Stone Ridge Rd. Friday & Saturday May 18 and May 19 8am - 4pm Household items wall art, vintage linens and lamps.

EDWARDSVILLE

100 Savage Street Saturday 9am-1pm Household Items, collectibles, toys, Longaberger, something for everyone!!

Clearview Drive across from Wyoming Valley Motors Route 11, Narrows 4 FAMILIES FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY CONTINUING.. TOOLS, FURNITURE, CURTAINS, CLOTHING, HOUSEHOLD ITEMS, DECORATIONS, AND SHOES .25 EACH! BASEMENT IS FULL!

LARKSVILLE

Larkmount Manor 305, 307 & 308 East Oriole Drive Saturday, May 19 8am - 2pm

Three Family Sale

Vintage linens, sewing box, punch bowl sets, glassware, mirror, tables, card table & chairs. Area rugs, set dishes, set silverware, cameras, palm camcorder, monitor, jewelry, Yankee Candles, books, cassettes, videos, Pfaltzgraff cannister set, sleeping bags, holiday, miscellanious sewing items/ fabric, home decor, window / stand fands, Resistol cowboy hat 7 1/8, Hoover rug shampooer, Showtime Rotisserie / BBQ oven, wood toy chest, luggage, bedding, seashells, mens’ / womens’ clothing, shoes. Too much to list. All priced to sell!

WILDWOOD TERRACE ANNUAL SALE Sat, May 19th, 8-12 Toys, hunting clothes, household, tools, bikes, etc.

MOUNTAINTOP

129 Spruce Street Sat., May 19th, 8-2 Fish tank, Avon collectibles, hammock, French bicycle, luggage, housewares, chainsaw, Foreman grill, bread machine, books, kitchenware.

MOUNTAINTOP

630 Nuangola Road Saturday 5/19 8am-1pm Antique kitchen set, mission oak bedframe, men’s clothes, books, many household items & much more!

MOUNTAINTOP

LARKSVILLE

504 Miller Street Metal clothes closet, gun cabinet, dresser, toys, holiday & household, clothes; ladies’, boy’s/teen, plus sizes, video games, electronics, outdoor & more.

Betsy Ross Drive Saturday the 19th 8am-3pm Patio furniture, surround sound, cosmetics, designer clothes, household, TV cabinet, toys, baseball cards, CD’s, car accessories & exercise. ALSO- on 5/20 108 Red Coat Lane 8am-3pm

LARKSVILLE

24 Cedar Road Friday & Saturday 8am-3pm (turn on Grand View at pole 129 and follow signs.) Contents of ”manly” older home. Tools, tools, tools, indoor and outdoor tools! Craft items, woodworking, etc. Bed room suites, lamps, tables, Living room suite, bar items, men’s clothing Many kitchen items, kitchen set, glassware, Too much to list, all priced to sell!!

90 Chestnut St. (off Route 11 near Bridge) Fri., 8am - 1pm Sat., 9am - 1pm Baby travel system, baby items, window air conditioner, large fish tank, & stand. Dresser, lawn decor, much more. Good stuff!!!!

SHAVERTOWN

5 FAMILY SALE Fieldcrest Dev. Sat. May 19 8-2 RAIN OR SHINE!

4 Greenwich Drive Saturday 8am-1pm Cleaning out! Household, kids, cars, youth bed. Too much to list.

SWOYERSVILLE

CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED! SALE BY COOK & COOK ESTATE LIQUIDATORS WWW.COOKANDCOOKESTATELIQUIDATORS.COM

73 ATHERTON AVE Sat., 8am - 1 pm No early birds. Girl’s clothes size 8-10, fishing lures, marble coffee table, camping equipment, car & booster seat.

Collect cash, not dust! Clean out your basement, garage or attic and call the Classified department today at 570829-7130!

906 Homes for Sale MOUNTAIN TOP

76 Sycamore Drive Saturday, May 19 8am - 2pm Huge Toddler Sale! Outdoor playhouse. Bike. Tons of girls’ name brand clothing & shoes. Toys. Xmas decor. Household. Golf clubs & more! Too much to list!

57-59 Pearl Street (Between Scott & Kidder St’s.) Saturday & Sunday 6/19 and 6/20 8:00AM - 4:00PM Tons of Stuff. Household. Something for everyone.

WEST PITTSTON

46 Farmhouse Road Lovely 10 room vinyl sided ranch home, with 2.5 modern baths, formal dining room, gas heat, central air, 2 car garage & large deck. Lower level consists of 2 large recreation rooms. Office, half bath and workshop. Lower level all ceramic tiled floors. MLS# 12-1359 $298,900 Call Florence 570-715-7737

Smith Hourigan Group 570-474-6307 8 Rebel Hill Saturday 9am-3pm (Walden Park) Miscellaneous household items & much more!

814 Willard Street Saturday 8am-4pm Everything must go! Tools & furniture, & much more, no reasonable offer refused. LUZERNE LUZERNE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

NESCOPECK BORO 10th Annual

Sat., May 19th 8AM-4PM Rain or Shine. Food available @ 4th & Broad

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HANOVER TWP

214 East State St. Sat., May 19th, 9-? Surround sound system, crafts, full figured clothes to size six, men’s, women’s, girl’s & boys. 4’ pool with chemicals. Too many items to mention!

SHAVERTOWN

ENTIRE CONTENTS OF HOME including beautiful living room furniture, mahogany tables, antique rockers, mission oak style desk, nice large curio cabinet, china sets, glassware, kitchenware, blue & white porcelain, lamps, mirrors, decorative statues, paintings & prints, Sony Wega 50 inch tv, Craftsman walk behind mower and much more!

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WILKES-BARRE

LUZERNE 80 Second Avenue Sat., May 19th, 8-12 Coffee tables, household items, bedding, rug, lamps. Something for Everyone!

147 1/2 Elizabeth St. Sat., May 19th, 8-3 Vintage items, antique furniture, household, too much to list. Cash only. No Early Birds.

WILKES-BARRE

KINGSTON

HARVEYS LAKE DALLAS

BASEMENT& GARAGE SALE

LUZERNE

HANOVER TOWNSHIP

DALLAS Busy Country Club Seeking Full Time, Experienced, Year Round

JENKINS TOWNSHIP

KINGSTON

75 Luzerne Ave (by Rec. Center) Saturday, May 19 9am - 3:30pm Bikes, tennis rackets, kitchenware, etc.

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1375 Huntsville Road Saturday, May 19th 9am-4pm. Friends and family yard sale!

Indoor spaces, Outdoor spaces, & Storefronts available.

HANOVER

BRESLAU

GIANT YARD SALE

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MAY 17 & 18 9-7 MAY 19, 9-1 Household Items, Clothing, Electronics, Something For Everyone. MOUNTAIN TOP

1039 Woodberry Dr. Sat 7A-1P Off Nuangola Rd to Fairwood Blvd. - HUGE SALE toys, games, bikes, 400+ kids books, dinosaurs, youth clothes, household and more!

MOUNTAIN TOP

995 First Ave. Off of Blythburn Rd. Friday & Saturday, 8am - 1pm White, Girls bedroom set, Crib, 2 booster seats, young adult boys & girls clothing, 2T and size 4 girls clothes. Tools, & lots of household items,& more!

2293 W. 8th St. ORANGE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH May 17th, 18th & 19th 9 am to 2 pm Refreshments & Welsh cookies

PITTSTON

122 Wynchurch Circle Friday 8am3pm & Saturday 8am-3pm. Children's, women's and mens clothing, housewares, small appliances, toys, Holiday decor, & much more!!

SUGAR NOTCH RUMMAGE SALE Holy Family Church

828 Main St Fri., May 18, 3-7 Sat., May 19, 9-1 Sun., May 20, 10 BAG DAY DAY Household goods, adult & children’s clothing, home decor, holiday decorations, toys, books, tools, DVD’s.

300 Block of Baltimore Avenue Saturday 8am-? Street Sale. great stuff, seasonal items, toys and household! No earlybirds please

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PITTSTON 80 Hutson Street Saturday 5/19 9am-2pm, & Sunday 5/20 9am-2pm Janitorial equipment, clothing, shoes, purse, and much more!!

WILKES-BARRE

Prime Location This three bedroom, 2.5 bath has many upgrades, including new hardwood floors in living & dining rooms, a big Trex deck, new fencing in back yard & an oversized driveway leading to a 2 car garage. MLS# 11-3931 $319,000

WEST PITTSTON

400 Delaware Ave Saturday 9am-1pm Brand name clothing, refrigerator, toys, collectibles & much much more!

Dan Flood PTO 565 N. Washington St. Sat., May 19th, 8-1 Multiple Vendors. Rain or Shine. Please Help Support Our School!

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

WEST WYOMING WILKES-BARRE

SPRING FLING

625 West 8th St. Fri. & Sat. 9-3 Gas grills, cribs, lift chair, TV cabinet, exercise equipment and much more!

WILKES-BARRE

54 Hillard Street St. Andre Bessette Msgr. Curran Hall Holy Savior Church Fri., May 18, 4-8 Sat., May 19, 8-2 Large variety of gently used items + Bake Sale & Cafe 570-823-4988

RUBBICO REAL ESTATE 570-826-1600 THORNHURST

Live on the Lehigh. Totally remodeled home with a river view from every room. Sit in your recliner & watch Nature stroll by. Located just a few miles from all outdoor activities that make the Poconos great, close to I-81 & Turnpike. Easy care finishes , neutral decor & immaculate condition make this house the perfect choice for anyone. MLS# 12-1372 $169,900

RUBBICO REAL ESTATE Call (570)8261600 WILKES-BARRE

WILKES-BARRE 34 S. Main Street Provincial Towers Apt 910 Saturday 9am-3pm Contents of fine apartment includes: Corner China Closet, Duncan Phyfe Dining Table, Drop leaf table, beautiful bookcase, Curio unit, Needlepoint chairs, Sterling flatware and serving pieces. Oriental Nut Bowl Set, Beleek, Salt Dip Set, fine glassware, linens, lots of kitchen, Christmas, and much much more.

West Chestnut Street Saturday 8am-2pm (near general hospital.) Miscellaneous items, baby items, household, clothes, etc!

Four bedrooms, 4 square. Eat in kitchen, spacious rooms, replacement windows. Hardwood floors, French doors, stained glass, wood work, walk up attic & oversized 2 car garage. MLS# 11-2054 $104,900

RUBBICO REAL ESTATE 570-826-1600

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Penney’s stock plunges J.C. Penney on Tuesday reported a larger-than-expected first-quarter loss largely because customers were turned off by the retailer’s new plan to get rid of big sales throughout the year in favor of everyday low pricing. The company, based in Plano, Texas, lost $163 million, or 75 cents a share, in the three months ended April 28, compared with a profit of $64 million, or 28 cents a share, in the year-ago period. Penney shares soared 24 percent to about $43 after the strategy was announced in late January. But since the middle of February — after the new pricing was rolled out in stores— investors have sent shares much lower. They closed at $26.75 Wednesday, down nearly 20 percent. Ron Johnson, Penney’s CEO, acknowledged that the first quarter was “tougher than anticipated.”

Local casinos’ table games revenues are down While overall table game gross revenue was up this April from last April at the state’s 11 operating casinos, it was down at the two local casinos. Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs in Plains Township saw gross revenues from its 84 table games fall 11 percent to $3,204,049. Mount Airy, in Paradise Township, Monroe County, saw gross revenue drop 8.4 percent to $2,881,681 for its 72 tables. The statewide numbers were buoyed by the opening of the new Valley Forge Casino and its 50 tables plus the addition statewide of 112 tables since last April. Overall, gross revenue was $56,499,624, and increase of 6.8 percent.

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charges with Reebok last year over its EasyTone walking shoes and RunTone running shoes. That $25 million agreement also provided customer refunds. Skechers denied the allegations but said it settled to avoid long litigation. The company, based in Manhattan Beach, Calif., said it has received overwhelmingly enthusiastic feedback about the shoes from thousands of customers. Skechers billed its Shape-ups as a fitness tool designed to promote weight loss and tone muscles.

Most of the $40 million federal settlement would be returned to consumers, but a small amount of the settlement would be used to administer the payouts. “The FTC’s message, for Skechers and other national advertisers, is to shape up your substantiation or tone down your claims,” said David Vladeck, director of the agency’s consumer protection bureau. For millions of consumers, he said, “the only thing that got a workout was their wallet.” The commission settled similar

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PLAINSTWP.–OnWednesday,Franklin Security Bank became the latest Pennsylvania bank to file an application with the state Banking Department seeking to convert from a federal savings association to one chartered by the state. Ifapproved,therewillbenoimpacton customers “whatsoever,” said Margaret Steele, vice president of marketing for the locally owned bank with branches in Plains Township and Scranton. She said accounts are still federally insured,thesameproductswillbeoffered. She added the bank will still be governed by the same requirements and regulations, it will just be another department handling them. She said the requested change was spurred by the Office of Thrift Supervision being absorbed last July by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency. While those not involved with the banking industry didn’t pay much attention to the matter, the 700 trust banks, thrifts and other institutions that were chartered by the OTS did. Franklin Security went from being regulated by an agency that dealt with small banking institutions to one that oversaw the big boys on the block including Wells Fargo, Bank of America, Chase and other multi-states behemoths. Edward Novak III, spokesman for the Pennsylvania Banking Department, said in the past 18 months, seven banks have switched their charters from the federal savings association to the state. They include: William Penn Bank, Bucks County; Third Bank, Bucks County; Riverview Bank, Perry County; Liverpool Community Bank, Perry County; First Northern Bank & Trust, Carbon County; Univest, Montgomery County;andCressonCommunityBank, Cambria County. Novak said the department has heard from several banks that the uncertainty with the OCC oversight was one reason for the conversion, but he said the state’s Banking Department has an excellent reputation for regulating the industry and smaller banks have indicated they “feel more comfortable with a regulator closer to home that understands their marketplace.” “We’re a little bit more accessible,” Novak noted. And about three quarters of the state’s banks – 160 in total -- are chartered by the department. Among thebanksoperatinglocallythatarechartered by the state are Landmark Community Bank in Pittston, Luzerne Bank in Luzerne, Fidelity Deposit and Discount in Dunmore, Penn Security Bank and Trust in Scranton, First Keystone Community Bank in Berwick and Citizens Bank in Philadelphia.

Claims made by shoe company Skechers that its Shape-ups shoes would help people lose weight and strengthen their butt, leg and stomach muscles were deemed unfounded by the Federal Trade Commission.

cellular network via a service called AeroMobile. They aren’t the first: As early as 2008, Emirates Airline, based in the United Arab Emirates, was using the same service. Don’t start booking flights just yet – you won’t be able to place calls while you’re within 250 miles of U.S. controlled airspace, and you still won’t be able to place calls while taking off or landing. Even so, being able to place calls while on a transAtlantic flight will certainly be useful. But I have to ask: Do we really, really want to add the din of cellphone conversation to an 8-hour flight? Snoring, screaming children and hysterical airline personnel are bad enough. And sure, it’s great for you to be able to talk, but imagine having to listen to everyone on the plane trying to talk over one another the whole time. You don’t even have the consolation of waiting for the batteries to run down – they’re adding USB charging stations so everyone can yammer on for as long as they’d like.

“USE OF MOBILE phones during the flight are strictly NICK DELORENZO prohibited.” If you’ve ever flown on an airplane, and other governing agencies have opted (wisely, I feel) to take a betteryou’ve heard that phrase, or something safe-than-sorry approach and have like it. The world over, travelers have banned the use of mobile phones in flight. been forced to sit down, shut up and When you have a 200-ton aluminot use the one device they can’t num tube crammed with people hurstand to be parted from – their tling through the air at 550 mph, phones. caution is probably warranted. There’s a reason for the rule, of Nonetheless, the exigencies of course. While it’s highly unlikely any modern life have begun to override given electronic device will interfere caution. For years, passengers have with an aircraft’s systems, there are been able to place calls from aircraft so many new devices emitting so using the AirFone system – that sermany different types of radio signals vice was largely discontinued a few it’s impossible to rule out the possiyears ago, likely due to the fact that bility that some day, somewhere, someone’s iPhone will ruin everyone’s placing a 5-minute call could double your fare. Several airlines have begun day. And despite comprehensive testing to allow fliers to use Wifi service and send SMS messages in flight, albeit that indicates that it’s very difficult for a mobile device to cause problems with limited bandwidth. Now Virgin Atlantic has upped the on a modern aircraft, they have been ante and is allowing cellphone calls implicated in several cases where aircraft experienced guidance issues. while in flight, for what they claim to Even so, there doesn’t appear to have be a normal “roaming” rate. The been any documented instance when phones won’t connect to normal cellular towers; rather, equipment on a single device has conclusively caused issues for an aircraft. The FAA the aircraft will provide access to the

The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton region is one of 10 Comcast markets nationally that is launching a new service – Skype on Xfinity – that allows customers to make and receive video calls on the largest screen in their home -- their TV. Comcast is the only cable operator that provides Skype on the TV to its customers. The service is available for $9.95 a month for Comcast Triple Play customers with an HDMI-capable TV, cable set-top box and a broadband connection with a Comcast ID. Additional markets will launch through the summer. For more information, visit www.comcast.com/ skype.

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Good reasons for prohibiting cell calls on flights

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WASHINGTON — The government wants you to know that simply sporting a pair of Skechers’ fitness shoes is not going to get you Kim Kardashian’s curves or Brooke Burke’s toned tush. Skechers USA Inc. will pay $40 million to settle charges by the Federal Trade Commission that the footwear company made unfounded claims that its Shape-ups shoes would help people lose weight and strengthen their butt, leg and stomach muscles. Kardashian, Burke and other celebrities endorsed the shoes in Skechers ads. The settlement is related to a broader agreement also announced Wednesday that resolves a multi-state investigation led by the attorneys general from Tennessee and Ohio and involving more than 40 states. The company will provide an additional $5 million to the states, and pay $5 million in classaction attorney fees. Wednesday’s settlement also involves the company’s Resistance Runner, Toners and Tone-ups shoes and claims of deceptive advertising for those shoes as well. Consumers who bought the shoes would be eligible for refunds, though it’s not clear how much money they’ll get. The FTC says that will depend on how many claims are received in the eight-month filing period. Buyers can go to the FTC website to file a claim.

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RUSSELL 2000 772.11

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THURSDAY, MAY 17, 2012

Skechers to pay $50M over ads

B R I E F

$3.66

SECTION

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Name

-5.25

6-MO T-BILLS .14%

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52-WEEK HIGH LOW

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98.01 72.26 34.89 25.39 46.47 36.76 23.00 19.28 33.98 23.69 399.10 266.25 12.11 4.92 28.91 17.10 11.56 2.23 46.22 31.30 52.95 38.79 77.82 63.34 30.88 19.19 29.47 21.67 29.55 14.61 43.15 29.57 58.47 39.50 47.34 30.78 9.55 4.61 19.98 10.25 8.97 3.06 18.16 13.37 10.24 7.00 55.23 48.17 69.46 53.77

Nick DeLorenzo is director of interactive and new media for Impressions Media. Contact him via email at ndelorenzo@ timesleader.com.

10-YR T-NOTE 1.76%

...

-.01

CRUDE OIL $92.81

NATURAL GAS $2.62

-1.17

Stocks of Local Interest

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TKR

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APD AWK APU WTR ADM AZO BAC BK BONT CVS CI KO CMCSA CBU CYH CORE EMR ETE ETM FCS FTR G HHS HNZ HSY

DIV

LAST

CHG

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81.03 33.75 38.95 22.48 32.30 388.87 7.11 20.81 4.41 45.16 43.97 76.33 28.85 26.70 21.69 43.28 47.17 38.79 5.02 13.45 3.26 16.45 8.53 55.27 68.45

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52-WEEK HIGH LOW

39.99 32.29 90.00 102.22 24.10 10.28 67.89 30.27 17.34 71.89 91.05 67.95 65.30 2.12 17.11 60.00 42.76 33.12 41.43 62.63 45.90 34.59

31.88 18.07 66.40 80.00 17.05 5.53 42.70 25.00 6.50 58.50 60.45 57.56 42.45 .85 10.91 39.00 24.60 24.07 32.28 48.31 36.52 22.58

NAME

TKR

Kraft Lowes M&T Bk McDnlds NBT Bcp NexstarB PNC PPL Corp PennaRE PepsiCo PhilipMor ProctGam Prudentl RiteAid SLM Cp SLM pfB TJX s UGI Corp VerizonCm WalMart WeisMk WellsFargo

KFT LOW MTB MCD NBTB NXST PNC PPL PEI PEP PM PG PRU RAD SLM SLMBP TJX UGI VZ WMT WMK WFC

+.12

DIV

LAST

CHG

YTD %CHG

1.16 .56 2.80 2.80 .80 ... 1.60 1.44 .60 2.15 3.08 2.25 1.45 ... .50 4.63 .46 1.08 2.00 1.59 1.20 .88

38.61 29.32 82.53 91.43 20.13 6.47 62.52 27.37 13.40 68.75 85.24 64.29 47.46 1.23 13.20 45.25 42.43 29.11 40.88 59.19 45.30 31.97

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Name

Last Chg %YTD

Combined Stocks Name

Last Chg %YTD

AFLAC 41.61 AT&T Inc 33.19 AbtLab 62.55 AMD 6.39 Alcoa 8.49 Allstate 33.43 Altria 31.86 AEP 37.60 AmExp 57.39 AmIntlGrp 30.45 Amgen 70.98 Anadarko 65.08 Apple Inc 546.08 AutoData 53.33 AveryD 29.51 Avnet 31.89 Avon 18.68 BP PLC 38.18 BakrHu 40.79 BallardPw 1.24 BarnesNob 18.36 Baxter 52.82 Beam Inc 57.41 BerkH B 80.59 BigLots 36.15 BlockHR 14.69 Boeing 72.35 BrMySq 33.02 Brunswick 22.71 Buckeye 49.73 CBS B 31.78 CMS Eng 22.78 CSX s 21.52 CampSp 34.16 Carnival 31.76

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Name

Last Chg %YTD

Caterpillar 91.86 CenterPnt 20.02 CntryLink 38.62 Chevron 100.10 Cisco 16.69 Citigroup 26.92 Clorox 68.64 ColgPal 101.32 ConAgra 25.70 ConocPhil s52.32 ConEd 58.83 Cooper Ind 57.87 Corning 12.92 CrownHold 35.29 Cummins 100.61 Deere 74.18 Diebold 36.47 Disney 45.08 DomRescs 52.51 Dover 56.90 DowChm 30.15 DryShips 2.24 DuPont 49.85 DukeEngy 21.39 EMC Cp 25.57 Eaton 43.67 EdisonInt 44.18 EmersonEl 47.17 EnbrdgEPt 29.69 Energen 44.45 Entergy 63.57 EntPrPt 50.57 Exelon 38.38 ExxonMbl 82.17 FMC Corp 100.63

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Name

Last Chg %YTD

Fastenal s 43.90 FedExCp 87.89 Fifth&Pac 12.60 FirstEngy 47.81 FootLockr 28.93 FordM 10.16 Gannett 13.35 Gap 27.10 GenDynam 65.20 GenElec 19.00 GenMills 39.64 GileadSci 51.58 GlaxoSKln 45.37 Goodrich 124.84 Goodyear 10.69 Hallibrtn 30.20 HarleyD 46.63 HarrisCorp 39.63 HartfdFn 18.26 HawaiiEl 26.73 HeclaM 3.74 Heico s 38.65 Hess 44.24 HewlettP 22.03 HomeDp 48.77 HonwllIntl 57.14 Hormel 29.64 Humana 76.06 INTL FCSt 19.12 ITT Cp s 21.34 ITW 54.89 IngerRd 42.14 IBM 199.73 IntFlav 57.09 IntPap 30.09

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Name

Last Chg %YTD

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Name

Last Chg %YTD

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THURSDAY, MAY 17, 2012

THE TIMES LEADER

www.timesleader.com

NATIONAL FORECAST Sunny, cooler

Sunny, low humidity

83° 55°

TUESDAY Sun, a shower

83° 55°

Syracuse 65/42

Poughkeepsie 73/43

Wilkes-Barre 69/42 New York City 74/55 Reading 72/46

Cooling Degree Days*

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

79/58 70/48 90 in 1998 34 in 1973 4 11 16 15 9

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

Precipitation

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

Sun and Moon

Sunrise 5:43a 5:42a Moonrise Today 3:42a Tomorrow 4:11a Today Tomorrow

The Finger Lakes

Highs: 61-65. Lows: 35-44. Mostly sunny skies today. Clear to partly cloudy tonight.

Brandywine Valley

Highs: 73-74. Lows: 50-54. Sunny and pleasant conditions today. Clear skies tonight. Atlantic City 65/49

Yesterday Average Record High Record Low

82/55

Delmarva/Ocean City

Highs: 69-74. Lows: 49-56. Sunny and pleasant conditions today. Clear skies tonight.

0.00” 4.50” 1.71” 12.41” 11.99” Sunset 8:18p 8:19p Moonset 5:27p 6:25p

Susquehanna Stage Wilkes-Barre 10.06 Towanda 6.22 Lehigh Bethlehem 3.07 Delaware Port Jervis 9.56 New

First

Chg. Fld. Stg 4.40 22.0 2.74 21.0 0.75

16.0

5.36

18.0

Full

May 20 May 28 June 4

Last

Weather Central, LP For more weather information go to:

www.timesleader.com National Weather Service

607-729-1597

74/53

85/64

84/63

87/66

92/68

87/67 59/38

85/74

86/72 56/38

City

Yesterday

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

50/32/.00 82/62/.00 83/62/.00 73/60/.06 69/54/.01 81/62/1.06 65/51/.00 69/55/.02 88/60/.00 84/50/.00 65/52/.02 81/71/.00 84/63/.00 75/58/.00 96/73/.00 72/57/.00 84/72/.00 59/44/.00 68/47/.00

City

Yesterday

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

52/41/.00 99/68/.00 82/54/.00 55/43/.00 70/54/.00 52/36/.00 55/45/.00 86/81/.00 84/63/.00 57/37/.00

Today Tomorrow 59/38/pc 84/63/t 73/52/s 70/50/s 62/44/pc 81/59/pc 69/55/s 63/47/pc 87/66/s 82/55/pc 68/50/pc 86/72/s 87/67/s 76/54/s 100/71/s 68/59/s 85/74/t 64/51/pc 79/63/t

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

74/55

68/59

Highs: 65-74. Lows: 39-43. Sunny and pleasant conditions today. Clear skies tonight.

Philadelphia 75/54

Temperatures

63/51

The Jersey Shore

Pottsville 70/45

Harrisburg 72/47

69/55

75° 50°

Highs: 65-72. Lows: 47-52. Sunny and pleasant conditions today. Clear skies tonight.

Towanda 67/37

State College 70/43

68/50

The Poconos

Albany 69/42

79/63

81/52

TODAY’S SUMMARY

Binghamton 64/39

Scranton 69/43

63/44

WEDNESDAY Sunny

75° 50°

REGIONAL FORECAST Today’s high/ Tonight’s low

80° 50°

75° 42°

MONDAY Sun, a T-storm

SUNDAY Mostly sunny, warm

SATURDAY Mostly sunny, warm

FRIDAY

June 11

Find the car you want from home.

53/38/pc 80/60/pc 76/52/s 69/51/s 70/49/pc 78/56/pc 79/60/s 67/55/pc 88/67/pc 85/51/pc 74/56/pc 86/71/s 87/68/s 81/62/s 90/69/s 66/58/s 86/73/t 73/57/pc 87/66/pc

City

WORLD CITIES

Today Tomorrow 56/44/pc 98/76/pc 88/62/s 55/40/pc 69/58/s 49/45/sh 61/46/pc 86/78/t 84/63/s 61/48/sh

59/54/sh 100/75/s 90/64/s 65/43/pc 60/51/sh 52/44/sh 72/54/sh 85/78/t 85/61/s 59/52/sh

Yesterday

Myrtle Beach 81/70/.00 Nashville 84/56/.00 New Orleans 86/70/.00 Norfolk 75/66/1.24 Oklahoma City 86/56/.00 Omaha 79/49/.00 Orlando 81/68/.00 Phoenix 103/79/.00 Pittsburgh 77/59/.00 Portland, Ore. 70/51/.00 St. Louis 77/63/.00 Salt Lake City 84/64/.00 San Antonio 84/58/.00 San Diego 71/60/.00 San Francisco 59/50/.00 Seattle 64/50/.00 Tampa 79/74/.03 Tucson 99/77/.00 Washington, DC 82/63/.00 City

Yesterday

Mexico City Montreal Moscow Paris Rio de Janeiro Riyadh Rome San Juan Tokyo Warsaw

79/57/.00 73/55/.00 79/54/.00 57/43/.00 79/66/.00 102/77/.00 70/54/.00 87/76/.08 79/63/.00 54/50/.00

Today Tomorrow 80/64/t 85/58/s 87/72/s 72/55/pc 86/62/s 88/65/pc 87/67/t 102/76/s 69/44/s 67/43/pc 82/61/s 87/57/pc 88/64/s 69/61/s 64/51/s 63/44/pc 86/68/t 99/69/s 74/53/s

81/60/pc 86/62/pc 85/71/pc 74/55/pc 85/64/s 88/67/pc 88/67/t 98/71/s 76/52/pc 63/44/pc 88/65/s 68/46/pc 89/67/s 68/59/s 66/51/s 60/45/pc 87/67/t 96/65/s 77/53/s

Today Tomorrow 75/54/t 63/47/pc 74/50/s 63/50/sh 75/60/sh 104/84/pc 68/46/s 87/75/t 75/58/t 52/37/pc

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Now that the wind has shifted to the north, an invasion of cool dry air has begun. Of course, you can see and feel the difference outside this morning, and skies will remain sunny all afternoon. Heading into Friday morning, there may be some frost, but only in the normally colder spots outside of town. On the weather map, a steadfast ridge of high pressure will control the elements this weekend, sponsoring more sunshine and warmer temperatures and, for a change, no rain for the Fine Arts Fiesta here in town. Our rainfall this month now stands at 2.8 inches above normal. - Tom Clark

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erhaps it’s not the children of Hughestown who are getting the most enjoyment out of Robert Yaple Memorial Park. “We have to talk her into getting off the swings every night,” Parks and Recreation committee member Carmen Ambrosino joked about council member Marie Griglock, who stood nearby laughing and nodding in agreement. The park, with appeal to all ages, came about in 2009 due to hard work by the people of Hughestown.

Ambrosino helped lead a community-driven campaign to raise money for the park, which was in rough shape. “It was antiquated and probably unsafe,” he said. “It was very old, so we decided to take the project on.” The town received $45,000 through the Department of Community and Economic Development in a campaign led by Rep. Mike Carroll, but it was the money residents brought in that astonished. “We went on a fundraiser and were able to raise about $25,000 on our own from residents and businesses in the area,” Ambrosino said. Community help didn’t stop there. “Not only did everyone pitch in raising money, but they helped put the whole thing together,” council president See PARK, Page 2C

Jake Pietrowski, 8, of West Wyoming has a bird’s-eye view atop one of the many play pieces at the Robert Yaple Memorial Park in Hughestown.

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When a tantrum becomes cause for concern By NEDRA RHONE The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Every parent of a kindergartener has probably experienced a child’s tantrum, but few would expect law enforcement to intervene. After Salecia Johnson, 6, was handcuffed and taken to the police station for throwing a tantrum at her elementary school in Milledgeville, Ga., it left many asking, when is a tantrum just a passing tantrum and when is it a cause for concern? “Even if there is no prior history of destructive (behavior), there may be signs of less severe behavior that are things to watch out for,” said Dr. Kindell Schoffner, a psychologist at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. “A 6-year-old’s brain is still growing, and because of that, their ability to cope with frustration and difficult situations is not as good as an older child.” Milledgeville police accused the kin-

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• Move the child to a private place as quickly as possible. That doesn’t mean physically restraining the child but simply guiding him or her to a safe, quiet area. • Do not call attention to the behavior itself. Do not ignore the child but ignore the tantrum by not making specific comments about it such as “stop crying.”

• Engage in calming activities. Quietly playing on the floor even if the child continues to cry and scream can help a child de-escalate emotionally. Don’t force the child to engage, just do the activity and allow the child to cool down and make the next step of engaging in the activity on his or her own. Source: Dr. Kindell Schoffner, psychologist at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.

dergartner of simple battery and property damage for knocking pictures from the wall, scribbling on walls and doors, slamming chairs and upending a bookcase, injuring the school principal. Candace Ruff, the child’s aunt who accompanied the mother to the police station where the girl was held, said this was the first time the girl exhibited such extreme behavior. “She acts out as a regular 6-year-old, but she has never had a tantrum this extreme before,” Ruff said.

Ruff also stated that according to the school principal, Salecia had at one point calmed down, apologized for her behavior and asked to go home. “I think the school should have brought in the school counselor to address the child,” Ruff said. “If the counselor could not make ends meet with the child, a social worker could have been brought in to try to get some help in that regard.” Children have a wide range of behav-

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iors, Schoffner said, and even older children well past the tantrum-filled terrible twos, can revert to previous ways of functioning. “There may be something else going on in a child’s life that may lead to regressive behaviors, or a child may not be caught up developmentally with her

peers,” she said. “Or she may have some underlying, long-standing emotional behavioral problems that have not shown themselves, so she never gained appropriate coping skills.” See TANTRUMS, Page 2C

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spaces here and there, and that’s because we plan to expand,” Ambrosino said. “We just need to identify the funds to do so. We are hoping to be able to add one new Continued from Page 1C thing a year.” “Ultimately, we’d like to say to Wayne Quick said. “About 75 residents came out and put in a day’s the children ‘What do you like? What do you enwork. It took one joy?’ Their feedvery long day, but it The park has back really was fun and worked out well.” the typical swings counts.” If it were up to The park has the and slides, plus a 7-year-old Shane typical swings and slides, plus a fire en- fire engine to play Balchune, there would be a lot gine to play in and in and several more things to several climbing apclimbing scale. He favors a paratuses. It’s also yellow domesurrounded by apparatuses. shaped object three fields and a walking track, as It’s also surrounded made of steel bars that allows chilwell as a building by three fields dren to trek to the that’s recently been used annually as a and a walking track, top of the mounway to bring every- as well as a building tain. His mother, one together. that’s recently Geanna, who has “We have a pavilion where we hold a been used annually lived in Hughesher whole ‘Picnic in the Park’ as a way to bring town life, is just happy every summer,” Ambrosino said. everyone together. the park is there. “It’s gorgeous. “It’s all free and inThey did a really cludes entertainment, hamburgers and hot dogs. good job,” she said. “We actually We try to keep it old-fashioned, come here twice a week if the and we do sack races, water-bal- weather is good. We’re very fortuloon and egg tosses for the kids.” nate to have something like this.” “We want people to come out and get to know one another,” Park Hopping is an occasional series Quick said. about local parks and playgrounds. For all the equipment on the Do you know of a particularly inplayground, there’s still room for teresting one? Call Sara Pokorny at more. 829-7127 or email her at spokor“You’ll notice that we left ny@timesleader.com.

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Ruff said the family was not aware of any conditions or events that may have led to Salecia’s behavior. The girl has said she doesn’t want to return to school, Ruff said, and the family is planning to have Salecia speak with a counselor to help her process her feelings about what happened. Certain behaviors, Schoffner said, should sound the alarm for parents and school officials that a child may need help. Aggressive behavior, such as breaking objects, throwing things, kicking, biting or spitting at people and objects may be cause for deeper investigation, she said. Verbally threatening behavior or crying or screaming that goes on longer than five or 10 minutes are additional signs that a child may be having more than a simple tantrum. Parents, said Schoffner, should discuss any such behaviors with the child’s pediatrician, who can help assess the situation and make the appropriate referrals. School officials, she said, can enlist a behavioral specialist to meet with parents. It is also important that schools have a plan and follow it. “Schools typically are legally required to have a plan in place for difficult behavior, tantrums, and aggressive behavior. It is really important that it be reviewed with all staff on a regular basis,: Schoffner said. “If they have a plan in place and people aren’t sure what that is, in a crisis it is very difficult for them to recall that information and use it.”

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ABOVE: Shane Balchune, 7, left, and his mom, Geanna, both of Hughestown, steer a fire truck at Robert Yaple Memorial Park. AT LEFT: Hughestown council president Wayne Quick, left, and community leader Carmen Ambrosino consider themselves fortunate to have an entire community behind Robert Yaple Memorial Park.

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REUNIONS Class of 1958 will meet 7 p.m. Wednesday at Norm’s Pizza and Eatery, Wilkes-Barre. Plans will be initiated for a summer gettogether in addition to formulating plans for the 55th anniversary reunion scheduled for 2013. All classmates are invited.

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Madison Ethel Dennis, daughter of Bill and Debbie Dennis, Edwardsville, is celebrating her 10th birthday today, May 17. Madison is a granddaughter of Theresa Dennis, Hanover Township and Dolly Coleman, Berwick. She is a great-granddaughter of Mary Jane Morio, Wilkes-Barre; the late Bill Morio; the late Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Perlowski; and the late Mr. and Mrs. David Sims. Madison has a sister, Karissa, 13.

Julia Marie Desciak, daughter of Matt and Laura Desciak, Shavertown, is celebrating her sixth birthday today, May 17. Julia is a granddaughter of Robert and Ann Marie Popovitch and Robert and Linda Desciak, all of WilkesBarre. She is a great-granddaughter of Marion Popovitch and the late Joseph Popovitch and Charles and Helene Loftus, all of Wilkes-Barre. Julia has a sister, Allison, 3.

Dallas High School

Anthony C. Irizarry Anthony Carlos Irizarry, son of Liza Irizarry, Wilkes-Barre, and Manuel Irizarry, Swoyersville, is celebrating his third birthday today, May 17. Anthony is a grandson of Susan Hughes, Wilkes-Barre; the late Kenneth Hughes, Avoca; and Martha Cruz and the late David Cruz, Swoyersville.

Max Wendolowski Max Wendolowski, son of Kelly and Ray Wendolowski, Mountain Top, is celebrating his first birthday today, May 17. Max is a grandson of Barbara Byorick, Nanticoke; the late Frank Byorick; and the late Ann and Raymond Wendolowski. He has four brothers, Robby, Ryan, Matthew and Luke, and a sister, Haley Rae.

Aaron J. Kuzma Aaron John Kuzma, son of Adam and Tiffany Kuzma, Swoyersville, is celebrating his first birthday today, May 17. Aaron is a grandson of John and Maureen Pacovsky, Kingston, and Chet and Alyce Kuzma, Swoyersville. He is a great-grandson of Matthew Lysiak and Fran and Jerry Weihbrecht, all of Swoyersville. He has a brother, Chris, 1 1.

IN BRIEF MOUNTAIN TOP: The Crestwood High School PTA is sponsoring a car wash to support the Senior Lock-In from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday in front of the middle school. Cost is $5. Contact Karen at 401-1313 with any questions. NANTICOKE: The Greater Nanticoke Area School District is conducting kindergarten registration for the 2012-2013 school

year from 9:30-11:30 a.m. and 1-2 p.m. daily at the K.M. Smith Elementary School, 25 Robert St., Sheatown. A child must be 5 years old on or before Sept. 1 to be eligible. Parents must bring the child’s birth certificate, two proofs of residency and current health and immunization records. Copies of legal documents regarding custody or foster care are also required. Registration for new first-grade students will also be accepted at this time. In order to be eligible, a

Class of 1992 will hold its 20th anniversary reunion May 26 at the Appletree Terrace, Newberry Estates, Dallas. There will be dinner, drinks and dancing. For more information, email 92dallas@gmail.com. Information is also available on the Dallas High School Class of 1992 Facebook page.

GAR Memorial High School Class of 1952 will hold its 60th anniversary reunion from 5-9 p.m. Aug. 10 at the Wyoming Valley Country Club. A buffet dinner will be served and a cash bar will be available. Cost is $35. Attire is dressy casual (no jackets, ties or jeans and shorts). Reservations should be made as soon as possible by contacting Joe Thomas at 826-1450 or jiddo.thomas@verizon.net. Payments should be sent to Frank Forlin, 3 Anthracite St., WilkesBarre, PA 18702. There will be no mass mailing, so classmates are asked to forward the information to out-of-town friends or contact Joe with the addresses, email addresses and phones numbers of classmates. The regular luncheon meeting will be held Tuesday at Bo Brothers, Wyoming Avenue, Wyoming. Class of 1962 will hold its 50th anniversary reunion Aug. 25 at the East Mountain Inn, Wilkes-

child must be 6 years of age on or before Sept. 1. Parents must provide the same information listed above. PITTSTON: Pittston Area School District is holding kindergarten registration for the 2012-13 school year from 9 a.m.-11 a.m. and 1-3 p.m. May 21-24 at the Ben Franklin Kindergarten Center, Walnut Street, Dupont. Students will be registered alphabetically according their last names. Last names A-F, May 21;

Barre. Addresses are needed for the following classmates, Barbara Albrecht Schneider, Mary Ellen Davis Marley, David Eckel, Michael Friedman, Shirley Howell Oldzieiski, Rose Anne Jones, Lorraine Konetski Shinko, Joseph Lombardo, Lynda Matague Jones, Norma Moran, Edward Nonorta, Roland Parham, Richard Swalina, Daniel Swartz, Edna Tarutis Maransek, John Wallace, Carol Williams and David Williams. Contact Sandy at 825-8266, Carol at 696-2052 or Dan at 288-8759 with any information.

Coughlin High School

Class of 1962 will hold its 50th anniversary reunion Oct. 6 at A Touch of Class, 228 George Ave. Wilkes-Barre. The reunion committee is seeking addresses for the following classmates, Bonnie Allen, Kenneth Barber, Sharon Berton Harris, Janice Bostjonic Ferry, Mary Burns, Noreen Considine, James Eital, Mary Ellis Keiper, William Fraley, Catherine Gibbons May, Barbara Haralson, Eugene Klynatt, Ernest Krute, Marie McCaffery Baczynski, Paul Miklick, Delores Nottingham, Diana Novenski, Patricia Owens Phelps, Beverly Siglin Zimmerman, Sandra Willis Omanski, Charles Wolfe, Maraay Ann Wysocki Earlay and Joseph Zaremski. Anyone with information should call Bill Feldman at 696-1494. The next reunion committee meeting will be held at 6 tonight at the home of Beverly Walison Copeland, 13 Grace Drive, Plains Township.

Hanover High School Class of 1952 reunion committee has finalized plans for the 60th anniversary reunion to be held Aug. 12 at the Checkerboard Inn, Trucksville. Cost is $35 per person. Classmates attending should return their reservations to Felicia Czebotar Bierzynski by June 12. Any classmate who did not receive an invitation should contact Bob Doran at 825-2544, Barbara Tryba Pencak at 8231066 or Felicia Czebotar Bierzynski at 678-5261. Addresses are needed for Marguerite Kohl Kelly, E. Charles Mikolaitis and Maureen Susewicz Bendzinski. Contact the above-mentioned peopled with any information.

Jenkins Township High School Class of 1951 lunch bunch will meet at noon today at Angelo’s Restaurant, Midway Shopping Center, Wyoming. All classmates welcome.

Kingston High School Class of 1946 lunch bunch will meet at 1 p.m. Friday at Marianacci’s Restaurant, West Wyoming.

THURSDAY, MAY 17, 2012 PAGE 3C planned 1-5 p.m. June 16 at the Lake-Lehman High School. Non-members of the band alumni are also welcome. The program is finalized but donations are still being accepted for a scholarship fund. Donations will be accepted at the door. There is no charge for the event. Donations can also be sent to LakeLehman Band Alumni, c/o Virginia Piatt Ide, 65 Boyle Road, Dallas, PA 18612. For more information, contact Ginny Piatt Ide at 639-2587 or gmide@yahoo.com, or Mary Beth Duffy Tomko at tomko5@comcast. net.

Lake-Lehman High School Class of 1972 will hold two informal gatherings at 6 p.m. on June 16 and June 23 at Grotto Pizza, Harveys Lake. These meetings will mark the 40th anniversary of graduation. All classmates are invited to attend one or both evenings. For more information call Helen Earl Sgarlat at 332-6457.

Marymount High School Class of 1963 will meet at 6 tonight at Pizza Loven, near the Carey Avenue Bridge, Hanover Township, to make plans for the 50th anniversary reunion. Addresses are needed for the following classmates, Barbara Ciolek Reale, Maryanne Gunshore Zugarek, Carol Zavoyski, Andrea Acetuna Lampman, Robert Straub, Edward Skrowvonski and Richard Olszewski. All classmates are invited to attend this meeting. For information contact Joanne Nardone at 824-3040.

Nanticoke Area High School

Class of 1962 will hold its 50th anniversary reunion Aug. 17-18 at the East Mountain Inn, WilkesBarre. For information call Rick at 675-3712 or John at 675-1393. Information is needed on the following classmates Nancy Wallace, Jay Weber, Barb Bloom, Janice Collins,Judy Cragle, Mildred Gross,Pat Gryczka, Gail Jones, Nancy Keiper,Ed Lisk, Dan McCarty, Tom Mc Gill, Bev Miskines, Joann Strach, Georgr Thomas, Carol Weksner, Karen Muldowney, Mike Pensak, George Rice, Jean Pugh, Nancy Rosenberg, Gayle Ross, Phyllis Crop, Ann Frank, Ray Steinruck, Pat Usavage, Linda Whitehouse, George Chapman, Jean Crop, Jim Davies, Dorothy Fowler and Susan Megatulski.

Lake-Lehman Band Alumni will hold a reunion meeting at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at Grotto Pizza, Harveys Lake. The meeting is for anyone who was in the band under John Miliauskas. An open house is

G-L, May 22; M-R, May 23; and S-Z, May 24. All students must be 5 years old by Aug. 31. Parents must provide a birth certificate, immunization records and proof of residency. Children will receive hearing and vision screenings and a reading readiness assessment. Registration packets are available at the kindergarten, primary and intermediate centers and can be picked up between the hours of 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday through

Class of 1961 will hold its informal, yearly Dutch-treat gathering at 1 p.m. July 14 at Leggio’s Italian Restaurant, Route 315, Plains Township. No invitations will be mailed. Classmates who completed the survey and expressed interest have been notified. Classmates interested in attending should contact Regina Plodwick, Bernadine Bavitz, Sally Groblewski or Lucille Butczynski. Class of 1987 will hold a reunion planning meeting at 6 tonight at Tossi’s Tavern, Hanover section, Nanticoke. All classmates are encouraged to attend to help with the planning for the 25th anniversary reunion to be held Aug. 18 at West Side Playground in Nanticoke. Updated information will be advertised on the Facebook page, GNA class of 1987 25th class reunion.

Northwest Area High School Class of 1987 will hold its 25th anniversary reunion from 6-10 p.m. July 21 at the American Legion Post 495, Route 239, Shickshinny. Cost is $25 per

Friday. For more information call the Pittston Area Kindergarten Center at 654-0503. SHEATOWN: The Pi Beta Gamma Club of Wyoming Valley will meet 6 p.m. Wednesday at Mil & Jim’s Parkway Inn, Kirmar Avenue. Helen Kempinski is the chairperson. Irene Jones, Celia Kovalich, Bernadette Senape and Susan Najaka are committee members. At last month’s meeting, prizes

person. Please respond and make checks payable to Paula Supplee, 220 Baker Hill Road, Huntington Mills, PA 18622 no later than June 30. Contact phone numbers are Paula Supplee 417-6873 or paulasupplee@gmail.com; Lisa McMichael 760-5139 or lissajm@frontier.com; Mark LeValley at cardinal@epix.net; Justine Feissner at JFeissner72@gmail.com; or Heather Lockard at heatherlbl@rocketmail.com. Contact information is still needed for many classmates. Additional information can be found on classmates.com. Reunion planning meetings are held 7 p.m. the second Tuesday each month at Morgan Hills Golf Course, Hunlock Creek.

Plains Memorial High School Class of 1962 will meet at 7 tonight at Kelly’s Bar, 17 Slope St., Plains Township, to finalize plans for the 50th anniversary reunion to be held on July 7. All classmates are welcome. Payments should be sent to JoAnn Corcoran Kelly, 17 Slope St., Plains Township, PA 18705. Contact information is needed for Joyce Filipski. For more information call Natalie Bacewicz Smith at 823-5069. Class of 1972 reunion committee will meet noon Saturday at the food court in the Mohegan Sun Casino. All classmates are invited.

West Side Central Catholic High School Class of 1962 is looking for addresses for the following classmates, Edward Baltruchitis, Elizabeth Bobeck, Michael Davern, Dolores Evanich, Marilyn Emershaw Wilson, Mary McGoey Garvey, James Gerace, Ronald Goobic, Frank Hinchey, Michael Houston, Ronald Konopka, Arlene Kopack, Michael Lavelle, Bernadette Luksic, Patricia Mastalski Boyle, Dennis Merritt, Joseph Metar, John Mital, Carol Murphy, Carl and Lorraine Nardell, Theodore Nestor, Edmund Pieczynski, John Rokus, Richard Carl Velevas, Thomas Wilpizeski Wells and Rose Mary Wittman Schroeder. Information and addresses can be emailed to wscchs1962@gmail.com.

Wyoming Area High School Class of 1977 will hold its 35th anniversary reunion from 1-8 p.m. Sept. 29 at the Checkerboard Inn, Carverton Road, Trucksville. Cost is $40 per person. Reservations can be made by sending checks payable to WA Class of ’77 to Cindy Yudiski Lynch, 355 Susquehanna Ave., Exeter, PA 18643, or visit the Wyoming Area Class of ’77 Facebook page.

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The Kingston Township Board of Supervisors will accept sealed bids at the Kingston Township Municipal Building, 180 East Center Street, Shavertown, PA 18708 until 3:00 p.m., June 6, 2012 for the following: Stormwater Maintenance Materials Bids will be opened at 7:00 p.m., June 11, 2012. Bid specifications are available at the Township Manager’s Office, Kingston Township Municipal Building, 180 East Center Street, Shavertown, PA, 18708, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. A certified check or bid bond in the amount of ten (10%) percent of the bid must accompany each bid. Bids must be clearly labeled “BID; STORMWATER MAINTENANCE MATERIALS FOR 2012”. The Kingston Township Board of Supervisors reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids and to waive technical irregularities in any bid.

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July 26 August 23 September 27

Saturday 12:30 on Friday

October 25 November 15

Sunday 4:00 pm on Friday

December 13

Monday 4:30 pm on Friday

MEETING NOTICE The annual meeting of the members of the United Way of Wyoming Valley will be held at 5:00 P.M., May 30, 2012 at the Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs in Wilkes-Barre, for the election of the Board of Directors of the United Way of Wyoming Valley and presentation of the Annual Report. The following candidates have been nominated for three-year terms on the Board of Directors: Bob Bee, Helen Humphreys, and Toni Mathis and the following individuals have been nominated for 2nd terms: Lissa BryanSmith, Cornelio Catena, Dr. Kip Nygren, and Carl Witkowski. All contributors of time and users of partner agencies are invited to attend.

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

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CHEVY ‘00 MALIBU 4 doors, 6cylinder,

NEW 2012 GMC SIERRA 1500 REG CAB 4X2

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

FORD ‘01 F150 XLT Pickup Triton V8,

auto, 4x4 Super Cab, all power, cruise control, sliding rear window $3,850

PONTIAC ‘99 GRAND AM door, 6 cylinder,

4 auto, good condition 75k. $2,150. Current Inspection On All Vehicles DEALER

Audi `01 A6 Quattro 123,000 miles, 4.2 liter V8, 300hp, silver with black leather,heated steering wheel, new run flat tires, 17” rims, 22 mpg, German mechanic owned. Reduced $4995. 570-822-6785

BMW `06 650 CI

Black convertible, beige leather, auto transmission, all power. $35,750. 570-283-5090 or 570-779-3534

BMW ‘98 740 IL

White with beige leather interior. New tires, sunroof, heated seats. 5 cd player 106,000 miles. Excellent condition. $4,800. OBO 570-451-3259 570-604-0053

BUICK `04 CENTURY

Presidential Edition with Cabriolet roof. Power. V6. 4 door. Silver with grey velour. No accidents. Garaged. Fully serviced. 39K miles. $7,200. Leave Message. 570-823-5386

GRAND MARQUIS ‘99 GS Well maintained,

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DODGE `93 CARAVAN

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FORD `97 EXPLORER XLT 4.0 V6 Automatic

with air, Full power, 6 disk CD changer, sunroof, 155,000 miles. Runs great! asking $2,500 Call 570-823-2360 after 5pm or call 570-417-5780.

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SUZUKI ‘06 SWIFT RENO 4 cylinder. Automat412 Autos for Sale

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ACURA `03 3.2 TL-S 4 door, sport sedan,

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speed. 81,000 miles. 4 new tires, Inspected until 3/1/13. $2595 negotiable. 570-417-4731

CXL top of the line. AWD, 50K original miles. 1 owner. Cocoa brown metallic. Dual sunroofs, power memory cooled and heated seats. 3rd row seating. DVD rear screen, navigation system, balance of factory warranty. Bought new over $50,000. Asking $25,900. Trade ins welcome 570-466-2771

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SERVICE SPECIALS State Inspection

$.99

Lube Oil Filter

$24.95

Rotate & Balance

$24.95

Emissions Inspection

$24.95

Coolant System Services

$89.95

Automatic Transmission Service

$124.95

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LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Finance Committee of the Board of Trustees of Luzerne County Community College will meet on Thursday, May 31, 2012, at 4:30 p.m., at the College’s Educational Conference Center in Nanticoke. Notice is given by direction of Lynn Marie Distasio, Chair, Finance Com mittee.

LEGAL NOTICE I Will not be responsible for any debts incurred other then by myself. Richard K. Hokien. 225 Grove Street, Avoca, PA 18641 570-457-1941

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Please note: All meetings are scheduled the 4th Thursday of the month with the exception of November and December due to the holidays.

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LEGAL NOTICE Luzerne-Wyoming Counties MH/MR Program Advisory Board Meetings 2012, 3:30 p.m. at Luzerne-Wyoming Counties MH/MR Program Office, Luzerne County Human Services Building, 111 North Pennsylvania Avenue, 2nd Floor, Wilkes-Barre MH/MR Conference Room #1

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CADILLAC ‘11 STS 13,000 Miles, Showroom condition. $37,900 MAFFEI AUTO SALES 570-288-6227

CHEVROLET `00 MALIBU Bucket Seats &

console, A/C, inspected. Good condition $1,750 (570)299-0772

CHEVROLET `94 CAMARO Z28, LT1, 350 Automatic, tilt, cruise, A/C, power windows, power brakes, power steering. All original. $5000 570-479-4486

CHEVY ‘95 ASTRO

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

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CHRYSLER `04 SEBRING

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700 Sans Souci Highway WE SELL FOR LESS!! ‘11 DODGE DAKOTA CREW 4x4, Bighorn 6 cyl. 14k, Factory Warranty. $21,299 ‘11 Ford Escape XLT, 4x4, 26k, Factory Warranty, 6 Cylinder $20,399 ‘11 Nissan Rogue AWD, 17k, Factory Warranty. $19,299 ‘08 Chrysler Sebring Conv. Touring 6 cyl. 32k $12,899 ‘08 SUBARU Special Edition 42K. 5 speed, Factory warranty. $11,799 ‘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 $5,199 ‘11 Toyota Rav 4 4x4 AT only 8,000 miles, new condition $22,999 TITLE TAGS FULL NOTARY SERVICE 6 M ONTH WARRANTY

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FORD ‘02 TAURUS SES LIKE NEW!

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FORD ‘09 ESCAPE LTD Only 14k miles, leather moonroof, 1 owner $21,880

DODGE ‘08 AVENGER

R/T AWD 1 owner, only 15k miles, leather, alloys

$17,575 560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

FORD `94 MUSTANG GT Convertible, candy

apple red. Tan interior & top. 5.0, 5 speed. Totally original, low original miles. $6,800 570-283-8235

HONDA `07 CR-V EXL

Glacier blue, grey leather interior, 42,000 miles. 4 cylinder, auto. Excellent Condition! $19,500. 570-954-1435

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FORD ‘83 MUSTANG 5.0 GT. FAST!

70,000 original miles. Black with black leather interior. California car, 5 speed, T-tops, Posi rear end, traction bars, power windows, rear defroster, cruise, tilt wheel, all factory. New carburetor and Flow Master. Great Car! $5000, Or best offer. 570-468-2609

HONDA ‘04 ACCORD LX SEDAN. 162k

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 $6800 570-466-5821

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, at the meeting of the Dallas School District Board of Directors, held May 14, 2012, a Proposed Preliminary Budget for the school year 2012-2013 was presented, which sets forth therein expenditures in the amount of $32,928,593, based on 11.8052 mills per thousand dollars of assessed valuation; a per capita of $5.00 per taxable person, under the authority of section 679 of the Pennsylvania School Laws of 1949 and its amendments, and a reenactment of a per capita tax of $5.00 per taxable person, under the authority of Act 511 of December 31, 1965; a revision of Act 481 of June 25, 1947, without substantial change, making a total of per capita taxes of $10.00 to be levied and collected from each taxable person; in addition, an earned income tax on wages, salaries, and commissions and other earned income of individuals at a rate of 1% (shared 50/50 with the municipalities of the district, under authority of Act 511 of December 31, 1965) and an emergency municipal services tax in the amount of $52.00 for all individuals, excluding those whose earnings from wages, salaries or other income are not in excess of $1,500.00 annually, engaging in an occupation and whose place of employment is within the Dallas School District. Said taxes are necessary for general revenue purposes to pay the salaries of the employees as prescribed in the salary schedules of the district and to meet the current expenses of the Dallas School District. The Proposed Final Budget may be inspected by any interested person or persons at the office of the Secretary of the Board, Administration Office, Conyngham Avenue, Dallas, PA. It is the intent of the Board to adopt the Final Budget at the School Board Meeting to be held June 11, 2012. NOTICE IS ALSO GIVEN of the provisions of Act 193, approved June 30, 1951 (P.L. 962), as indicated according to Section 680 (b) of the school code, requiring that every resident or inhabitant of the School District, upon attaining the age of eighteen (18) years of age, or becoming a resident or inhabitant of the District, shall within twelve (12) months after the happening thereof, notify the Luzerne County Assessor’s Office, Director of the Board of Assessors, of his becoming a resident or inhabitant. Any person failing within said period to notify said assessor or his successor, of said School District, shall, in addition to the tax levied by such School District, be liable to said School District in a penal sum equal to such tax. BY ORDER OF THE BOARD Nancy Merithew Board Secretary

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AUDI S5 CONV. Sprint blue, black / brown leather int., navigation, 7 spd auto turbo, AWD 09 CADILLAC DTS PERFORMANCE PLATINUM silver, black leather, 42,000 miles 09 CHRYSLER SEBRING 4 door, alloys, seafoam blue. 08 CHEVY AVEO red, auto, 4 cyl 07 BUICK LACROSSE CXL, black, V6 07 CHRYSLER PT Cruiser, white, auto, 4 cyl., 68k miles 07 CHRYSLER PT Cruiser black, auto, 4 cyl 07 BUICK LUCERNE CXL, silver, grey leather 06 LINCOLN ZEPHYR grey, tan leather, sun roof 06 MERCURY MILAN PREMIER, mint green, V6, alloys 05 VW NEW JETTA gray, auto, 4 cyl 04 NISSAN MAXIMA LS silver, auto, sunroof 03 AUDI S8 QUATTRO, mid blue/light grey leather, navigation, AWD 01 VOLVO V70 STATION WAGON, blue/grey, leather, AWD 73 PORSCHE 914 green & black, 5 speed, 62k miles, $12,500

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07 CADILLAC SRX silver, 3rd seat, navigation, AWD 06 CHRYSLER PACIFICA TOURING, red, 3rd seat (AWD) 06 FORD EXPLORER XLT, black, 3rd seat, 4x4 06 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LTD blue, grey leather 4x4 06 NISSAN TITAN KING CAB SE white, auto 50k miles 4x4 truck 06 CHEVY TRAILBLZAER LS, SILVER, 4X4 06 PONTIAC TORRENT black/black leather sunroof, AWD 05 FORD ESCAPE LTD green, tan leather, V6, 4x4 05 DODGE DAKOTA CLUB CAB SPORT, blue, auto, 4x4 truck 04 DODGE DURANGO LTD, gray, gray leather, 3rd seat, 4x4 04 HYUNDAI SANTA FE GLS, silver (AWD) 04 CHEVY AVALANCHE Z71, green, 4 door, 4x4 truck 04 DODGE RAM 1500 QUAD CAB SLT SILVER, 4 door, 4x4 truck 04 FORD FREESTAR, blue, 4 door, 7 passenger mini van 04 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE OVERLAND graphite grey, 2 tone leather, sunroof, 4x4 03 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER LTZ, blue, two tone leather, V6, 4x4 03 FORD EXPEDITION XLT, silver, 3rd seat, 4x4 03 FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC XLT, 4 door, green, tan, leather, 4x4 02 GMC ENVOY SLE, brown, V6, 4x4 02 NISSAN PATHFINDER SE, Sage, sun roof, autop, 4x4 01 FORD F150 XLT Blue/tan, 4 door, 4x4 truck 01 CHEVY BLAZER green, 4 door, 4x4 01 FORD EXPLORER sport silver, grey leather, 3x4 sunroof 00 CHEVY SILVERADO XCAB, 2WD truck, burgundy 89 CHEVY 1500, 4X4 TRUCK

HONDA ‘04 CRV

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601 Green Ridge St, Scranton

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BUICK ‘91 ROADMASTER Station Wagon, white with woodgrain exterior, gold leather interior, 3rd seat. Runs great, high mileage. $1800 MERCURY ‘99 GRAND MARQUIS Gold, 4 door, tan interior, runs great, 116,000 miles, new inspection $4500 LINCOLN ‘02 TOWNCAR Signature series, Silver, grey leather interior, 99,000 miles, runs great $5295 AUDI ‘95 A6 2.8 QUATRO Black, 4 door, grey leather interior, loaded $3500 CHEVY ‘05 AVEO Silver, 4 door, grey cloth interior, A/C, re-built transmission with warranty, 4 cyl. 79,000 miles $5200 MERCURY ‘96 GRAND MARQUIS 4 door, gold with tan cloth interior, only 50k miles. Loaded. Must See! $4200 Warranties Available

9999999

570-955-5792

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NISSAN ‘09 ALTIMA SL

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

HYUNDAI ‘08 SANTE FE

1 owner, Alloy, CD player $19,944

Leather moonroof, smartkey, 1 owner

$19,995 560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

1 owner, AWD, Alloys, $22,345 560 Pierce St.

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

NISSAN 09 ROGUE S 1 owner, AWD $17,950 560 Pierce St.

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www.ktauto.com 430 W. Market St. Scranton, PA 570-346-1133 Chevy ‘11 Impala LT 4 in stock $13,995 Chevy ‘10 Impala LT 2 in stock Fla. cars $12,995 Chevy ‘10 HHR 2 in stock, low miles $12,995 Pontiac ‘08 G-6 6 in stock $10,995 Chevy ‘08 HHR LS $9,995 Saturn ‘08 VUE FWD $12,995

LEXUS `01 ES 300 80,000 miles,

excellent condition, all options. Recently serviced. New tires. $8,800. 570-388-6669

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PONTIAC ‘06 G6 GTP door, red with

2 black interior, V6, sunroof, remote start, R-Title, 52,000 miles. Priced to sell at $7200 firm. (570) 283-1756

SATURN ‘03 VUE

Low miles, leather & alloys. $8,800

SUBARU ‘11 IMPREZA

PREMIUM. AWD, 3,000 miles. Like new, metallic silver, satellite radio, 4 door, 170 hp. $17,500 OBO 570-696-3447 570-574-2799

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HONDA ‘08 ACCORD 4 door, EXL with

1 owner, Low miles, AWD $19,840 560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

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

XE. Runs excellent, great gas mileage. Moving - must sell. Asking $2,800, negotiable. Call 570-852-7323

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SUBARU

IMPREZA’S

NISSAN `99 SENTRA

Octagon Family Restaurant

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

VOLVO 850 ‘95 WAGON Runs good,

needs some work. Will take offer. 347-693-4156

VW `87 GOLF Excellent runner

with constant servicing & necessary preventative maintenance. Repair invoices available. Approx 98,131 miles. Good condition, new inspection. $1,500. Call 570-282-2579

starting at $12,400 560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

TOYOTA `05 SCION TC Manual, AM/FM

stereo, MP3 multi disc, rear spoiler, moon roof, alloys, gound effects, 90,100 miles, A/C. $9,000, negotiable. 570-760-0765 570-474-2182

Motorcycles

Near Mint 174 miles - yes, One hundred and seventy four miles on the clock, original owner. $8000. 570-876-2816

HARLEY DAVIDSON `07 Road King Classic

FLHRC. Burgundy / Cream. 6 speed. Cruise control. Back rests, grips, battery tender, cover. Willie G accessories. 19,000 miles. $13,250. Williamsport, PA 262-993-4228

HARLEY DAVIDSON ‘03 DYNA WIDE GLIDE

Golden Anniversary. Silver/Black. New Tires. Extras. Excellent Condition. 19,000 miles $10,000. 570-639-2539

KAWASAKI ‘03

KLR 650.Green w/cargo bag. Excellent condition. $3,000 Rick 570-216-0867

SUZUKI ‘01 VS 800 GL INTRUDER

CHEVROLET `65 CORVAIR 4 speed, 4 door,

SUZUKI 2006 BOULEVARD 4,000 miles, garage kept, excellent condition. $3,000 570-970-3962

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FORD ‘65 GALAXIE

Convertible, white with red leather interior. 64,000 original miles. Beautiful car. Asking. $10,500 570-371-2151

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

MERCEDES-BENZ `73 450SL with Convertible

removable hard top, power windows, AM /FM radio with cassette player, CD player, automatic, 4 new tires. Champagne exterior; Italian red leather interior inside. Garage kept, excellent condition. Reduced price to $26,000. Call 570-825-6272

YAMAHA ‘97 ROYALSTAR 1300

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

442 RVs & Campers

FLAGSTAFF `08 CLASSIC NOW BACK IN PA.

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

OLDSMOBILE `68 DELMONT

MOTORHOME COACHMAN 2005 ENCORE 380DS 15,500 miles Cat engine, Allison Auto trans, New Tires, New Aluminum Wheels, new Brakes Satellite antenna. Has R-TITLE repaired in 2008. perfect condition.$74,500. Any Questions call 570-655-2804

451 Must Sell! Appraised for $9,200 • All original

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

421

Boats & Marinas

BOAT 14 foot fishing boat with oars & electric motor good condition $425 570-824-0950

GRUMMAN ‘95 DEEPV 16’ 48hp Evinrude 50 lb thrust electric motor. All tackle and life vests included. Live well, fish finder. $4,000 570-579-3975

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

FREIGHTLINER ‘96 FL70 5.9L CUMMINS,

6 speed, 24’ box with tail gate. 26000 lb. $6995.00 or BO 570-655-2804

Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

CHEVROLET `00 LS 4 X 4 EXTENDED CAB

4.8 liter, all power, auto. Newer tires, looks & runs great. 82K. $8,600. 570-693-9339

CHEVY ‘03 IMPALA

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

FORD ‘02 EXPLORER

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

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

FORD ‘02 F150 Extra Cab. 6

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

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

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FORD ‘00 EXPLORER XLT

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

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

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FORD ‘04 RANGER Super Cab

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

GMC `07 SIERRA 1500 Regular Cab

37,000 miles, 6 cylinder auto, 4 x 4. Black Excellent condition. $16,500 570-954-1435

JEEP `96 GRAND CHEROKEE V8 Automatic, four

wheel drive, air conditioning, new tires, brakes & transmission. $3,300. 570-972-9685

LEXUS `05 RX 330

All wheel drive, Champagne tan, navigation, backup camera, lift gate, ivory leather with memory, auto, 3.3 liter V6, regular gas, garaged, nonsmoker, brand new condition, all service records. 6 disc CD. Private seller with transferable 2 year warranty, 96K. $15,995 570-563-5065

MERCURY `03 MOUNTAINEER

Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

SUZUKI `07 XL-7 56,000 miles,

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

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AWD. Third row seating. Economical 6 cylinder automatic. Fully loaded with all available options. 93k pampered miles. Garage kept. Safety / emissions inspected and ready to go. Sale priced at $6995. Trade-ins accepted. Tag & title processing available with purchase. Call Fran for an appointment to see this outstanding SUV. 570-466-2771 Scranton

MITSUBISHI `11

OUTLANDER SPORT SE AWD, Black interi-

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

Selling your Camper? Place an ad and find a new owner. 570-829-7130

Excellent opportunity for highly motivated individual to collect and/or gather information on past due accounts in various areas of Pennsylvania. Candidate must be able to make weekly trips (Monday-Friday) as necessary, possess a reliable car, and have a valid driver’s license. Previous collections experience a plus. Excellent pay and benefits for the successful candidate. Reply to Office Manager PO Box 216, Dallas, PA 18612 or email: ghhai2frontiernet.net No phone calls. All inquires will be strictly confidential.

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506 Administrative/ Clerical

NISSAN `04 D ’ R OFFICE SECRETARY PATHFINDER 25 hours week. Payroll. Internet & website manageARMADA ment a must. Excellent condition.

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

NISSAN ‘97 PICKUP XE 4WD, alloys, 5 speed. $6,880

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

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Building/ Construction/ Skilled Trades

EXCAVATOR OPERATOR

Must have 5 years experience digging mainline gravity sewer. Insurance, 401K benefits available Email resume to: jamestohara@ aol.com or fax to 570-842-8205.

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GMC ‘05 ENVOY SLE

LAW DIRECTORY

Guaranteed Low Fees Payment Plan! Colleen Metroka 570-592-4796

1 owner, only 7k miles. $22,900 560 Pierce Street

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

moonroof, many extras. $10,850 560 Pierce St.

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Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

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

One owner, only 42k miles. $8,550

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HONDA `02 PILOT

FORDV6.‘04Clean, EXPLORER

MERCURY `79 ZEPHYR

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

451

HARLEY ‘10 DAVIDSON SPORTSTER CUSTOM Loud pipes.

415 Autos-Antique & Classic

427 to choose From

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TOYOTA ‘09 CAMRY 18,000 Miles,

MAZDA `88 RX-7 CONVERTIBLE

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

INFINITI ‘03 G35

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

$2,500. 570-851-4416

NISSAN 09 MORANO SL

Sedan. Silver with dark charcoal interior. 105,000 miles. All available options. Looks and runs like new. $8999 Call Rick 762-8165

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Building/ Construction/ Skilled Trades

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.

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Education/ Training

TEACHER

Spanish K-8

Part time. Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday, 11:30-3:30. Must be PA Certified to teach Spanish. Qualified applicants should send resume to: WilkesBarre Academy 20 Stevens Rd Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702

527 Food Services/ Hospitality

2011 Toyota Corolla S

18,990

CHEF/BANQUET CHEF

2009 Toyota Corolla LE

$13,990 2010 Toyota Corolla LE Stock #: 41695, Only 39,806 Miles, Blue Streak w/Ash ...................................................... $15,990 2010 Toyota Corolla LE Stock #: 45280A, Silver With Ash, Only 11,866 Miles ......................................................... $15,990 2010 Toyota Corolla LE Stock #: U1694, Only 13,276 Miles, White w/Ash ............................................................... $16,490 2010 Toyota Corolla LE Stock #: 44943B, Capri Sea With Bisque Cloth, Only 12,314 Miles ..................................... $16,990 Stock #: U1701, Capri Sea With Bisque, Only 39,237 Miles ................................................

2011 Toyota Camry SE

Only 19,106 Miles, Silver With Ash, Alloys, Rear Spoiler, Dual Exhaust

20,990

2007 Toyota Camry LE

$14,990 2007 2011 Toyota Camry LE Stock #: 44768A, Magnetic Gray With Ash, Only 39,581 Miles ............................................ $16,990 2010 Toyota Camry SE Stock #: 43907C, Only 47,650 Miles, Magnetic Grey w/Ash ............................................... $19,990 2009 Toyota Camry SE V6 Stock #: U1707, Blue Ribbon With Black Leather, Only 51,061 Miles .................................. $19,990 2010 Toyota Camry XLE Stock #: 44516A, Only 31,666 Miles! Silver w/Ash ............................................................. $20,990 Stock #: 45122A, Only 48,596 Miles, Desert Sand w/Sand .................................................

2012 Toyota Tacoma

Fire & Ice Restaurant

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DCAB TRD Sport

Only 415 Miles, Silver W/ Ash, One Owner, Rear Camera, 4WD, Alloy Wheels STK# 44592A

30,990

2009 Toyota Tacoma Reg Cab

$15,990 Stock #: 44896A, Silver Streak With Ash, Only 33,294 Miles................................................ $23,990 2010 Toyota Tacoma Access Cab SR5 V6 Stock #: U1704, Only 20,710 Miles, Black w/Ash ................................................................ $25,990 2010 Toyota Tacoma Double Cab TRD Sport Stock #: 44809A, Only 27,000 Miles, Speedway Blue w/Ash .............................................. $28,990 2011 Toyota Tacoma Double Cab TRD Sport Stock #: 44586A, Only 8,712 Miles, White w/Ash ............................................................... $29,990 Stock #: 44000A, Pyrite mica with ash, only 19,454 miles ..................................................

2009 Toyota Tacoma Access Cab V6 4WD

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Full time for WilkesBarre area high rise. On call duties required. Candidate must have experience & knowledge of basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry and maintenance repair. Must have reliable transportation. $11/hour to start, paid holidays, sick and vacation days available. Drug test & background check required. Please send resume to: c/o Times Leader Box 4030 15 N. Main Street Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0250

FORKLIFT MECHANIC

Action Lift, Inc., located in Pittston, PA, is the exclusive dealership for Crown and TCM forklifts for NEPA. We are seeking a full time forklift mechanic to troubleshoot, repair and diagnose Crown & other makes of lift trucks. Good written & verbal communication skills, as well as customer care skills are necessary. A valid driver’s license & the ability to safely operate lift trucks are required. Previous forklift mechanical experience or technical school graduate will be considered. We offer an excellent wage and benefits package, as well as 401K Retirement Savings Plan, paid holidays, paid vacation & much more. For an interview, please call Mike Phelan at 570-655-2100 x115.

IT/Software Development

WEB DESIGNER PRM is looking to Busy Country Club Seeking Full Time, Experienced, Year Round

Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair

BUILDING MAINTENANCE

536

13,918 Miles, Silver With Ash, Moon Roof, One Owner, Alloys, Spoiler STK# 44708A

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Primo Hoagies is now accepting applications to staff our brand new Edwardsville location. We are looking to hire and train employees for our grand opening in June. We are looking for motivated individuals. Positions available are register personal, dressers & wrappers. Also need slicing personnel but must be 18. Accepting applications from 5/17 to 5/19 9 am till 3 pm. We are located in the West Side Mall next to dollar tree. You can also email your resume to primoshoagies88@ gmail.com or call 570-287-2722.

www.primohoagies.com

expand its offerings but in order to accomplish this, we are looking to increase the size of the PRM team. PRM is looking for a skilled web designer who thrives on working with a small, talented and dedicated team creating cutting edge web designs for a variety of platforms. We pride ourselves on pushing the envelope so we’re looking for creative individuals with new ideas and design techniques. A talented designer with experience in html, css, php and knowledge of Photoshop, Dreamweaver, and Wordpress would be ideal. Candidates personal interest and passion for the field will be a determining factor. Standard Requirements: - Great Design skills. - Create and edit web pages using HTML, CSS, PHP, and Content Management Systems. - Create and edit images and graphics for website use. - Ability to multitask. - Strong analysis and research skills. - Ability to work remotely. PROGRAMS & SOFTWARE- DREAMWEAVER, PHOTOSHOP, FTP, WORDPRESS Other Helpful qualifications: - JavaScript and JQuery experience - XML and possibly Flash experience - LAMP environments Candidate must have a continuing personal interest in latest digital technologies, Web software, social media, videos, photography, etc.

Apply: Please send your portfolio, website/blog, sample urls to byread@ prm510.com

538

Janitorial/ Cleaning

Cleaning Positions

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS WILKES-BARRE/ KINGSTON AREA. $10-$11/hour after 90 day probation. Shifts available from 10pm-4am & 3pm-12 midnight Part Time or Full Time. Call 570-899-9600 & leave a message.

542

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

542

Logistics/ Transportation

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

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Looking for the right deal on an automobile? Turn to classified. It’s a showroom in print! Classified’s got the directions!

DRIVER FOR EQUIPMENT TRANSPORTATION

Cleveland Brothers Equipment Company, Inc., Pennsylvania’s Caterpillar dealer, has an opening for a Driver (Tractor) based out of our Pittston, PA location. Responsibilities involve transporting of heavy equipment to include the loading and unloading of equipment. Requires a valid CDL Class A driver’s license. Experience with hauling and operating heavy equipment. Familiarity with all DOT regulations and truck operations. We offer an excellent wage and benefits package. For confidential consideration, please submit a resume to: Don Sample, P.O. Box 2535, Harrisburg, PA 17105 or employment@cleve landbrothers.com A Drug Free Workplace • Affirmative Action Employer • M/F/D/V

THE H&K GROUP Hazleton Site Contractors

HUMBOLDT INDUSTRIAL PARK HAZLETON, PA

Tri-Axle Driver

CDL-B and clean driving record. 2-3 years experience. Must be willing to travel to various job sites. Apply in person or Call 570-477-3030. Competitive wages and benefits. Preemployment drug testing required. (EOE)

DRIVERS

CDL drivers needed Experience a must. Background check and drug screening required. Please visit ceankiewicz.com to complete application Fax 570-868-3654 Email ceatrucking@ frontier.com.

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:

542

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!

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

545

Marketing/ Product

Part Time /Full Time COPYWRITER PRM is looking to expand its offerings but in order to accomplish this, we are looking to increase the size of the PRM team. PRM is looking for a part-time/full-time copywriter who thrives on working with a small, talented and dedicated team creating cutting edge content for our clients’ websites, social media accounts and electronic media placements (tv/radio). We pride ourselves on pushing the envelope so we’re looking for creative individuals with new ideas for a wide range of businesses.

548 Medical/Health

DENTAL ASSISTANT

Full & Part Time. X-Ray Certification required, (EFDA a +) Email, Fax, Send resume to CARPENTER DENTAL, Attn:HR Dept 1086 Wyoming Ave., Forty Fort, 18704. Carpenter Dental@hotmail.com Fax 570-714-5184

LPN

Full time LPN needed for busy medical practice. Experience preferred. Mail resume with references to: c/o Times Leader Box 4025 15 N. Main Street Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711

Personal Care Aides Dietary Aide 7am-1:30pm shift 3-11 & 11-7 shifts.

Experience preferred. High School diploma or GED required. Please apply in person at PLYMOUTH MANOR 120 MARTZ MANOR PLYMOUTH, PA 18651

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PERSONAL CARE AIDES with Medication Administration Experience

For 7-3 & 3-11 shifts. H.S. Diploma or GED required Please apply in person

Riverview Ridge 300 Courtright St. Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702

Registered Radiology Tech

For busy surgical practice. Full time, Monday-Friday, variable hours. Competitive salary & benefit package. Send resume & salary requirements to: P.O. Box 1615 Kingston, PA 18704

SERVICE REP

Lincare, leading national respiratory company seeks caring Service Rep. Service patients in their home for oxygen and equipment needs. Warm personalities, age 21+, who can lift up to 120 lbs should apply. CDL with DOT a plus or obtainable. Growth opportunities are excellent. Stop by our office to fill out application: Lincare, Inc. 1574 Highway 315 Plains Twp.PA 18702 Drug-free workplace. EOE.

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Other

ANIMAL CARE

KUNKLE KENNEL, LLC

Apply: Please send your portfolio, website/blog, sample urls to byread@ prm510.com

Looking for experienced, professional Groomer/Bather Office Help Kennel Assistants Apply in person or Call 570-675-1111 Email resume to: kunklekennels@ epix.net

412 Autos for Sale

• 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.

EXPERIENCED DRIVERS TRI-AXLE & LOWBOY

Call 570-825-2688 or 570-417-9424 Between 8am-5pm

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Auto Sales

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00 NEON Stick.................... $2,595 00 FORD WINDSTAR .. $2,695 97 KIA SPORTAGE 4X4 $2,795 97 NISSAN PATHFINDER . $2,995 97 CADILLAC SEVILLE . $3,495 02 SATURN L100 .............. $3,995 01 TOYOTA COROLLA .. $4,195 04 PONTIAC MONTANA$4,395 02 CHRYSLER VAN .......... $4,255 01 DODGE CARGO VAN$4,795 01 FORD TAURUS 69K $4,795 03 HYUNDAI TIBURON $4,995 00 HONDA CRV ........... $5,395 01 SUBARU LEGACY$5,495 04 CHEVY CAVALIER $5,495 00 GMC SIERRA ........... $5,995 03 SUBARU FORESTER $5,995 03 LINCOLN LS ............. $6,495 03 MITSUBISHI MONTERO SPORT $7,495 06 PONTIAC G6 ................. $7,995 03 CHEVY STATE BODY $8,995

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3.5L V6 ENGINE AUTOMATIC POWER MIRRORS POWER LOCKS POWER WINDOWS

REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM

18” ALUM. WHEELS AM/FM/CD ANTI-THEFT PERIMETER ALARM HANDS-FREE SYNC SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO

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

**Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $595 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 5/31/12.

NEW 2012 FORD TAURUS SEL Automatic, 3.5L V6, SYNC, Reverse Sensing System, CD, Keyless Entry with Keypad, Pwr. Windows, Pwr. Door Locks, 18” Alum. Wheels, Anti-Theft Perimeter Alarm, Sirius Satellite Radio,

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All Wheel Drive, Automatic, 3.5L V6, SYNC, Reverse Sensing System, CD, Keyless Entry with Keypad, Pwr. Windows, Pwr. Door Locks, 18” Alum. Wheels, Anti-Theft Perimeter Alarm, Sirius Satellite Radio,

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24 Mos. *Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $595 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 5/31/12.

NEW 2012 FORD FUSION SE

NEW 2012 FORD FOCUS SE 4 DR

Auto., CD, Alum Wheels, Tilt, PW, PDL, Pwr. Seat, Safety Pkg., Side Impact Air Bags, 1st & 2nd Air Curtains, Anti-Theft Sys., Sirius Satellite Radio, Keyless Entry, Message Center,

Auto., CD, Anti-Theft Sys., Side Curtain Air Bags, 16” Alloy Wheels, Tilt Wheel, AC, Instrument Cluster, Message Center, Fog Lamps, MyKey, Convenience Pkg., Cruise Control, Perimeter Alarm, MyFord, SYNC, Sirius Satellite Radio,

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NEW 2012 FORD ESCAPE XLT FWD XLT, Safety Canopy, Side Impact Safety Pkg., Pwr. Seat, Auto., PL, PW, CD, Air, Fog Lamps, Privacy Glass, Roof Rack, 16” Alum. Wheels, Sirius Satellite Radio, Keyless Entry, Rear Cargo Convenience Pkg.,

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24 Mos.

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24 Mos.

*Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $595 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 5/31/12.

NEW 2012 FORD ESCAPE XLT 4X4

NEW 2011 FORD F-150 4X4 NEW 2012 FORD FUSION SEL AWD

Safety Canopy, Side Impact Air Bags, Pwr. Driver’s Seat, Auto., PDL, PW, Fog Lamps, Privacy Glass, Roof Rack, Air, 16” Alum. Wheels, CD, Sirius Satellite Radio, Keyless Entry, Rear Cargo Convenience Pkg.,

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3.7L V6 Engine, XL Plus Pkg., Cruise Control, CD, MyKey System, Pwr. Equipment Group, Pwr. Mirrors, 40/20/40 Cloth Seat, XL Decor Group

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Just Minutes from Scranton or W-B

Row Air Curtains,

V6, Keyless Entry w/Keypad, 1st & 2nd Safety Pkg.,

Anti-Theft Sys., CD, Pwr. Heated Leather Seats, Alum. Wheels, Message Center, Side Impact Air Bags, Tilt, Sirius Sat Radio,

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TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com 551

Other

610

Business Opportunities

NIGHTCLUB FOR SALE

Line up a place to live in classified! 554

Production/ Operations

FORKLIFT OPERATORS

(MATERIAL HANDLER) FABRI-KAL Corporation, a major plastics company is seeking full time MATERIAL HANDLERS for our Hazle Township and Mountaintop locations. One year forklift experience within the past five years and High school diploma/equivalent required. Current forklift certification preferred. Background Checks and Drug Screening are conditions of employment. 12 hour shifts. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit package (health/dental/vision /life insurance; disability; 401k, Tuition Reimbursement; dependent tuition assistance). FABRI-KAL Corporation, Human Resources Dept. Valmont Industrial Park, 150 Lions Drive, Hazle Twp., PA 18202 or Email: HRPA@ Fabri-Kal.com Fax: 570-501-0817 EOE

MANUFACTURING POSITION

A local manufacturer is looking for a full time 2nd shift employee for position of knotter. Must be mechanically inclined and detail oriented. Will train. Must have valid drivers license. Applications can be obtained at: AMERICAN SILK MILLS 75 STARK STREET PLAINS, PA 18705

560 Quality Assurance/Safety

INSPECTOR Local Aerospace Manufacturer has an opening for a machine parts inspector. Candidate should have good math skills and experience with inspection tools and blueprints. CMM experience helpful. Complete benefit package included. Submit resume to: Attn: QA Manager PO Box 4008 Wyoming, PA 18644

566

Sales/Retail/ Business Development

Retail Jewelry Sales Must have experi-

ence with sales and computer skills. Competitive pay package. References required. Full time (30+ hours). EMAIL INFO/RESUME TO: DDUFFY05@GMAIL.COM

600 FINANCIAL 610

Business Opportunities

JAN-PRO COMMERCIAL CLEANING OF NORTHEASTERN PA

Seven years old. Luzerne County, Wilkes-Barre area. 1,800 square feet bar & 1,800 square feet banquet hall. No kitchen. Off street parking for 20 cars. Partner considered. $327,000, firm. P.O. 2827 Wilkes-Barre PA 18702

TURN KEY OPERATION

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

700 MERCHANDISE 702

Air Conditioners

AIR CONDITIONERS. (1) Frigidaire window. 5,000 BTU $75. (1) Portable RoomAir, 11,000 BTU. $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

Counted cross stitch, books, Aida cloth, hoops, frames, kits. reasonably priced 288-5555

708

Antiques & Collectibles

ANTIQUE TOYS WANTED Larry - Mt. Top 474-9202

Floor Safe, antique, National Safe And Lock, inside drawers & locking compartment, measures 2’ 6.5 across $400. 570-592-7247

Say it HERE in the Classifieds! 570-829-7130 Football mini helmet autographed LaVar Arrington w/coa former Penn State player $40. Penn State Playerson professional teams, 200 count. $15. Cards, Philadelphia Eagles from 19781988, 30 count. $10. Phillies cards. 114 assorted 1978-1987 $10. 313-5214 or 313-3859 Hess trucks, new in boxes. 2000-2008 $50-$100 675-4383

LONGABERGER BASKET SALE

Private Longaberger pottery, basket, fabric & wrought iron collection All in remarkable condition. Pricing Negotiable Visit our Open House on Saturday May 19 8am - 12pm 134 Independence Boulevard Liberty Hills Hanover Twp or Call 570-823-9467 after 5pm for a private showing, ask for Kathy. SEWING MACHINE, Antique Singer pedal factory sewing machine with original table converted to electric. Works great! Model # 31-15. Serial #AA-90760. New belt, plus extra bobbins and needles. Asking $175 OBO Call 570-947-6531.

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

APPLIANCE PA RT S E T C .

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

BE YOUR OWN BOSS

570-824-5774

Jan-Pro.com

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

(570) 819-1966 Food saver $125. call 570-562-1801

Appliances

DISHWASHER Countertop. Danby, White, does 4 place settings & silverware. Variety of settings. $60 or best offer. 570-871-3360 REFRIGERATORAmana 17.9 cu. ft., bisque, very good condition. $90. Pick up after 6/13/12. 570-639-5066 STOVE coal burning stove Old fashioned antique white Dickson kitchen stove with warming closet has 6 lids. $550. 570-735-2081 WASHER/DRYER COMBO UNIT: Whirpool Washer/ electric dryer 24” combo unit. White, excellent condition $800. Call 570-814-7207

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Baby Items

BABY CLOTHES boys, very gently used. Sizes range from 0-3 months to 9 months. Some with tags still on. 100 pieces for $50. 407-276-6011 or duff3089@ yahoo. com BABY ITEMS, Graco infant car seat with base $20, Kidsline farmyard themed nursery set with lamp and many accessories $20, Shermag glider and ottoman combo, oak wood with tan upholstery $50. All originally purchased at Babies’R’Us and in excellent condition. 570-902-9822 CAR SEATS. 2 infant/toddler 5 point harness car seats. 1 blue & grey, 1 black & grey. Both in good condition $20 each. 570-793-6040 CRIB MATTRESS Sealy baby soft premium crib mattress $30. 674-5138. Crib, wooden. asking $100. Changing table, for baby $50. Car seats, (2) $20. each. & baby swing $20. 826-0451 or 479-0181

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Building Materials

BATHROOM matching sink set. Gerber white porcelain with mirror & medicine cabinet $80. 570-331-8183 SINK, bathroom includes new faucet 18”x24” $15. 570-696-1030 TILE, approximately 300 available, can by smaller quantities. $2.00 per tile. 570-288-3947

720

Cemetery Plots/Lots

MEMORIAL SHRINE PARK One Gravesite $400.00 570-675-0102

726

Clothing

COAT

KENNETH COLE Beige, size 6, hardly worn. $75. 570-855-5385 DRESS. Mother of the Bride. Grey/silver, size 8, strapless top with flowers, beading & silver threading with sheer bolero jacket. Original price $1,200 asking $400 for all. 570-262-9483 DRESS. Mother of the Bride. Grey/silver, size 8, strapless top with flowers, beading & silver threading with sheer bolero jacket. Original price $1,200 asking $400 for all. 570-262-9483 Lamb coat, ladies, black persian, with white fur collar, size large, hardly worn. $50. 313-5214 or 313-3859

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Appliances

Concerned about your future?

Work Full or Part time Accounts available NOW throughout Luzerne & Lackawanna, Counties We guarantee $5,000.to $200,000 in annual billing. Investment Required We’re ready –Are you? For more info call

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Exercise Equipment

TREADMILL Precor brand model 9.21. Purchased 1997, regular maintenance & great working condition. $100. 570-477-2087

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Furnaces & Heaters

HEATERS (1) Portable 9,000 BTU Kerosene, with manual, $75. (1) Electric wall, mountable or free stand. New in box. $49 570-636-3151

744

Furniture & Accessories

BEDROOM SET Beautiful birch queen suite. Unique modern design has integrated cabinets & electric. Dresser & mirror. Asking $550. 814-4835 BUNK BED Loft bunk bed with desk, dresser, storage and trundle bed $75.00 Oriental furniture, black lacquer with mother of pearl & ornate soapstone designs; coffee table $150, 4 nesting tables $75, 2 linen cabinets $125 each, 4 panel 6’ tall screen $300. 5’ x 4’ room divider $125. 570-991-1016 BUNK BEDS. Very good condition. $80 570-262-2410

744

Furniture & Accessories

CHAIR. Queen Anne wing back chenille, gold, wood leg trim. Excellent condition. $50. 570-639-5066

750

Jewelry

CAROL IS BUYING PAYING TOP

DOLLAR for your gold, silver, co ins, scrap jewelry, rings, diamonds, necklaces,bracelets, old antique costume jewelry. Guaranteed to be paid top dollar. WE MAKE HOUSE CALLS! 570-855 7197 570-328-3428

CHILDREN’S FURNITURE, Dark red chest, 3 drawers, solid wood $100. Dresser with mirror, 6 drawers, matching nightstand, chestnut wood $250. L.L.Bean Rangeley platform twin bed, walnut finish $100. All very good condition. Call 570-675-4795

752 Landscaping & Gardening

Clock, Grandfatherruns perfect $350. Fireplace, oak with log heater $150. 570-740-7446

LAWN MOWER push reel lawn mower, very good condition, $50. call 570-696-1030

Coffee table, Maple, 20x48 inches, excellent condition. $50. 675-4383

LAWNMOWER. Craftsman 21” with bag $95. Runs well. 570-881-7116

COMPUTER DESK: Very good condition. Black with slide keyboard shelf. $45. 570-740-1412 or 570-498-0439

Looking for the right deal on an automobile? Turn to classified. It’s a showroom in print! Classified’s got the directions! DINING ROOM TABLE SET: Oak. 60”x40” with 2 leaves (12” each). $600. Call 570-735-8346 END TABLES (2) $45. Computer desk with hutch $20. White pedestal sink with base $20. 32” Sylvania tv $25. 570-709-6664 Entertainment center with glass stereo cabinet. Very good condition. Asking $75. 570-239-6011 ENTERTAINMENT CENTER, Solid Oak, with 31 inch opening for TV. Lots of room below for storage. Side storage area with glass door. Unit is 54 in w x 21.5 in d x 52 in h. $400. 27 inch JVC TV. Great for gaming. $50. Call 570-868-5749. ENTERTAINMENT CENTER. New $200, Sell $75. Includes 27” Zenith TV, 5 Disc CD player. All VGC 570-287-0023 FRENCH PROVINCIAL couch setantique gold, beige with light blue & mauve flowers. Wilkes-Barre area, pick up only $500. 570-817-1174 570690-4248.

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 LIVING ROOM SET: matching sofa, loveseat, & recliner. Blue. In like new condition. $500. Call 570-735-0189

Mattress Queen Pillow Top Set New in Plastic Must Sell ASAP Can Deliver. $150 Call Steve @ 570-280-9628

MATTRESS SALE

We Beat All Competitors Prices!

Mattress Guy

Twin sets: $139 Full sets: $159 Queen sets: $199 All New American Made 570-288-1898 RECLINER double recliner love seat.. blue & a blue recliner chair / rocker. Both for $150. Also, antique RCA victor dark mahogany, double door console. $450. Philco TV table top, antique, 150. 570574 8297 or 570696 3567. 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 SOFA & LOVE SEAT. Green with matching pillows & removeable wooden legs. Great condition. Asking $300 for set. 570-793-6040

Sofa & Oversized chair for sale. Excellent condition. $300 or best offer. Must go! Call 570-696-4813 Swing set, Wooden. $300. 826-0451 or 479-0181 Twin bed, girls white headboard, also footboard mattress $75.00 262-2410

750

Jewelry

NECKLACE 16” pearl with 67 5-5.5 white pearls & 14kt gold clasp.From Wisnosky jewelers. Paid $1,600 asking $900 OBO. 570-301-8749

754

Machinery & Equipment

ENGINE 3 HP Briggs & Stratton engine in good condition mounted on a 2 wheel sprayer with hose & nozzle that needs work. $50. OBO 570-693-1918

756

Medical Equipment

758 Miscellaneous

776 Sporting Goods

FREE AD POLICY

BOW: Hunt Ready! Hoyt highlander compound bow with hardcase. New string & cables drop a way rest & lighted sights. Excellent condition. Must sell. $300. 336-2944

The Times Leader will accept ads for used private party merchandise only for items totaling $1,000 or less. All items must be priced and state how many of each item. Your name address, email and phone number must be included. No ads for ticket sales accepted. Pet ads accepted if FREE ad must state FREE. 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. HAULING TRAILER made from the bottom of a pop up. No guts or top, used for landscaping, have title. $152. 570-693-1046

570-301-3602

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

JAZZY Victoria Model Pride, electric wheelchair, excellent condition $700. 654-0507

CA$H

Potty Chair, new Invacare, folding walker with front wheels, folding walker. Excellent condition. All for $20. 570-735-6638

LEFTOVER GARAGE SALE ITEMS Flooring, wood, 250 sq. ft, $400; 32” TV, $20; 13” TV both with remotes. Lamp, floor $5. 570-474-5704

WHEEL CHAIR. Manual with foot pedals, like new. $75. 2 pair aluminum crutches. $120 for all. 570-592-7247

758 Miscellaneous AIR PURIFIER. Oreck XL Professional with user manual. Floor tower model. Half Price, asking $150. Good clean condition. 570-636-3151

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

FREE PICKUP

570-574-1275 Backpack, Academy Broadway, almost new. Navy, nylon & leather. $40. Maple trees, red. 5-10 years old, 3-5 feet tall $25$70 675-4383 CANES & walking sticks, new batch. Over 40 available, made from slippery maple trees. $4-$5 each. Over 200 Christmas & household items. Includes, Christmas trees, lights, cups, flowers, vases, wreaths, ornaments & more! all for $55. Electric sewing machine, enclosed cabinet, 2 drawers $55. 570-735-2081 Car Rims. Honda, 4 pair 15” will fit any model Accord, Civic, and Del-Sol cars. Brand new. asking $175 570-239-6011. CLEAN FILL WANTED for Shavertown residence. Please Call 570-237-6375. DOWNRIGGERS 2 Cannon Uni Troll Manual Downriggers. Like new. Bases & 8Lb weights included. $275. 570-262-0716 Drain pipe, black 12’ $5. Splash block, 36”, concrete, $5. Rain lamp-lights, needs motor, $5. Sheet rock, 4’ x 8’, also smaller pieces, $5. Ax, single edge, long handle $10. Cro wbar, heavy, 64”, $10. Bow saw, 36’ $5. Bowl, lead crystal, $20. 570-675-0920 Exhaust hood, Kitchen commercial stainless steel, comes complete with filters, lights, rand rooftop stainless steel fan system. 9 feet, 10 inches long, 30 1/2 inches wide. never over grease fryers. $999.00. 831-5728 GEBNERATOR Sears Craftsman 3600 Watts. Purchased new & used only once. Asking $500 Beermeister $400. Fooseball Table $40. 570-573-4696 GRANDFATHER CLOCK, Howard & Miller, oak, $795. 570-472-4744 Hats, Girls victorian, with hat boxes. $25 570-498-0977 PATIO UMBRELLA large, grey, tilts. Very good condition $25. 570-609-5012

ON THE

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Free Anytime Pickup 570-301-3602

LONGABERGER BASKETS: Mothers day basket, maple leaf basket, sweet pea basket, darning basket, large peg basket. Each has protective plastic liner and some have ceramic tie on tag. Never used. $18 each. Call 570-826-0830 5 5 5 5 5 5 Red hat, size large, $20. Hooded black cape, $40. Cut glass dinner & serving pieces & a large vase, $25 for all. Corner shelves 60” metal & wood, $50 for both. Nautical decor, $18. 5 beautiful ceramic ducks, $20. One 29” Rooster & one 19” duck with babies, $30 for both. 570-267-2600 5 5 5 5 5 5 RIMS 4Maxxim SE10 size 16x7.0 Offset +40mm bolt pattern 10x100. Graphite color. Were on a 2002 Mazda Protege for less than 2 months. Asking $240. 2005 KTM 50 cc Adventure Senior motorcycle. 2 cycle, monoshock, well maintained, runs excellent. Youth out grew, asking $750. 570-823-0466 Scooter, Razor “Brand New” $100.00 Bike, girls, $30. 826-0451 or 479-0181 Sewing machine, Singer. Heavy duty head with formica table. $100. 570-740-7446 SHOP VAC wet/dry, 16 gallon, filters & attachments included, very good condition, $20. 570-696-1030. Sink for bathroom $20. call 826-0451 or 479-0181 TRAILER black 4’X 6’ 1 year old asking $400 (trailer only) or with (2) kayak attachments $550. Miller golf bag, tapestry golf motiff. $50. 570-262-7318 Trees, potted dwarf, red maple $5.00 and up. 655-4815 TV 27” RCA color $40. 20” RCA color tv $25. Industrial sewing machine with stand $75. 570-288-4966

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Musical Instruments

Amps-Traynor YCV custom valve 40 watt tube combo with Celestion speaker $345. Marshall JCM600 60 watt Tube Head $425. Pedals-Proco Turbo Rat guitar effect pedal, $65. Pedal, Jimi Hendrix style Octave, $99. Pedal, Fender Starcaster chorus $29. call 570-283-2552 LUDWIG DRUMSET, Almost new, very little signs of usage! Includes bass drum (23”), snare, hi-hats (14”), Avanti crash symbol (18”) with additional stand, two toms (12, 14”), floor tom (16”), & foot petal. Burgundy color finish. Only missing throne. $350 firm. A STEAL in this condition! Call or text 570-855-3382

776 Sporting Goods BASKETBALL HOOP with backboard, rim, pole & base. $60 OBO. 570-332-2812 or Email- Burkhardt 93 @aol.com BICYCLES. Mongoose $30, Schwinn $30, Golf Bag, black Nike. Very good condition, $20. 570-690-3840 after 1:00 pm.

796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise

SPORTS COLLECTIBLES: Hawthorne Village Collection - Eagles 2 Dome cars, offensive engine, locomotive & tracks, $250; NFL Licensed football Pennants, 11 teams, all for $50; NFL Coors Metal Beer Sign displaying all teams - $50; ICG Autographed Baseball cards, 1970, various teams and athletes, all for $300; Topps baseball scratch-off scoreboard, ball strike indicator, from 1981 Topps Chewing Gum, Inc. 2 sets. $150 each. Call 570-430-2311 Travel bag, golf. Bennington cover. New. $50. 6754383

780

Televisions/ Accessories

TV 32” Panasonic gray trim, tube television, remote, works great. $70. Call 570-871-3360

782

PAWS

Plains” Bus Trip to Plains, Georgia June 7-10, 2012 Trip arranged by Larry & Diane Cook Transportation by Stucker Tours Profits benefit the Plains, Georgia Better Hometown Program. Call Larry or Diane, 570-270-9239 for further details or reservations!

786 Toys & Games LITTLE TYKES PLAYHOUSE & CASTLE. Good condition. $90. 570-779-1342 SLIDING BOARD, used Safety First, plastic toddler’s sliding board. $45 OBO. 570-332-2812 or email Burkhardt 93@aol.com TRAX. Girl’s, kid’s, 18 months + up. New in box, battery & charger included. Asking $50. 570-328-4927 BUTTERSCOTCH THE HORSE, a Furreal Friend. Comes with saddle. Excellent condition. $125.570-855-8966

788

Stereo/TV/ Electronics

STEREO SYSTEM Sharp 5-CD changer stereo, 2 blue cloth covered speak -ers, subwoofer, remote. Barley used , sounds excellent. $120 OBO. 570332-2812 or Email Burkhardt 93@aol.com TV 20 inches, $35. call 498-0977

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

London PM Gold Price

May 16th: $1,548.50 Visit us at WilkesBarreGold.com Or email us at wilkesbarregold@ yahoo.com

GOLD, SILVER JEWELRY, COINS SCRAP JEWELRY, Bring it on down for a great price. Anything old in good condition, trains, toys etc. 570-328-3428 570-855-7197

800 PETS & ANIMALS CAT. FREE. 4 year old black & white neutered male. Shots & tested. Friendly. Needs a loving home. 570-690-8442

CATS & KITTENS 12 weeks & up.

All shots, neutered, tested,microchipped

VALLEY CAT RESCUE

824-4172, 9-9 only

To place your ad Call Toll Free 1-800-427-8649 KITTENS, free, 3 male & 2 female, black, gray & mixed. Mother also free to a good home. She is very clean and hose broken. 570-457-3983 KITTENS: free to good home. Ready in 2 weeks. Call 570-779-3705

796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise

Dogs

BEAGLE TERRIER PUPPY FREE to good home. 15 week old female, brown, white & 2 patches around eyes. Good with kids & other animals. Love to cuddle and her name is Patches 472-4104

CAVALIER KING CHARLES SPANIEL PUPPIES . $700 to $1,500 HAVANESE PUPPIES

Video Game Systems/Games

GAMES 3 Nintendo DS games, all gently used with cases & instruction manuals. Dora Saves the Mermaids, Barbie Horse Adventures Riding Camp, and Disney Princess Magical Jewels. $5. each 905-5539

Cats

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$700 to $1,300 www.willowspring cavaliers.com 215-538-2179 German Shepherd Purebred puppies. $550 less cash discount. Please call 570-836-8044

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

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

WEBUY HOMES! Any Situation 570-956-2385

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.

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Dogs

WANTED JEWELRY

GOLF BALLS lot of 60 new balls in new never opened boxes, Wilson, Nike & Spalding all for $35.570-735-6638 HUNTING CLOTHES. Early season scentlok coveralls size L $50. Cabelas fleece windshear hoodie size L pants size M $50. each also Cabelas gortex scentlok boots size 8 $30. Lacross 800 gms boots size 8 $30. All items are in great shape. 570-336-3625

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Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair

Country Pets Local, caring service. Pick up & delivery available. Call 570-256-3847

SHIH-TZU PUPPIES Shots current.

$500 570-250-9690

Find Something? Lose Something? Get it back where it belongs with a Lost/Found ad! 570-829-7130 Poms, Yorkies, Maltese, Husky, Rotties, Golden, Dachshund, Poodle, Chihuahua, Labs & Shitzus. 570-453-6900 570-389-7877

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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

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Technology Coordinator MMI Preparatory School in Freeland, PA seeks a dynamic, results-oriented individual for the position of Technology Coordinator. Candidates should have a strong background in systems level network administration in a Microsoft environment. Must be able to maintain and develop all aspects of the network. The candidate will also have some teaching responsibilities. A Bachelor’s degree and five to seven years experience in information technology management, preferably in an educational environment is required. The successful candidate will work as part of dynamic, high energy educational team and will have strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

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

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

211 Hillside One OPEN HOUSE MAY 20TH 2-3PM "Newberry Estate" Enjoy comforts and amenities of living in a beautifully maintained townhouse. 3000 square feet., 4 bedrooms, 3 l/2 baths, hardwood floors, Bright & Airy kitchen, Tennis,golf and swimming are yours to enjoy. PRICE REDUCED! $179,000 MLS# 11-2608 Call Geri 570-696-0888

OPEN HOUSE 61 Acer Lane Sunday, May 20 2:00 to 3:30 Great value, great location on a fabulous lot. From your hot tub you can enjoy the view of the almost full acre lot. Year round sun room, plus you have a Lower Level that adds more space to this great home. Don't miss out on this incredible buy! 12-808. $139,900 For more information or to schedule a showing call or text Donna 570-947-3824 or Tony 570-855-2424

127 DONATO DRIVE Large mobile home, excellent condition on double lot, located in Ashley Park. Carport, above ground pool with deck, 2 sheds, fenced in yard, modern kitchen, dining room, family room with wood burning fireplace, 2 bedrooms, master bedroom has whirlpool tub, laundry room with appliances, foyer, large en-closed heated porch. New hardwood floors thruout, vinyl siding, central air, skylights, private driveway, appliances. Listed exclusively by Capitol Real Estate Shown by appointment Qualified buyers only! Call John Today 570-823-4290 570-735-1810

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

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LAKE VIEW custom built Chalet with 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths & 2,600 sq. ft. Features hardwood floors thruout 1st & 2nd floors & bamboo flooring in the finished lower level. 2 fireplaces & central air. Motivated Seller. Take a virtual tour at www.PaHouseHunt ers.com or TEXT 2308 to 85377 for additional info & pictures. MLS #12-564 $249,900 Cindy Perlick

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248 Overbrook Rd. Lovely 4 bedroom cape cod situated in a private setting on a large lot. Vaulted ceiling in dining room, large walk in closet in 1 bedroom on 2nd floor. Some replacement windows. Call Today! MLS 11-2733 $99,900 Jay A. Crossin Extension 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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

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

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

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

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$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

NEWBERRY ESTATE ORCHARD EAST Two bedroom condo, 2nd floor. Living/dining room combination. 1,200 square feet of easy living. Tiled bath, new vinyl exterior, Two balconies,new roof, 2005. New electrical system. one car garage nearby. Security system, cedar closet, use of in-ground pool. $109,000 MLS#11-4031 Call Joe Moore 570-288-1401

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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

20 Fox Hollow Drive OPEN HOUSE SUN. APRIL 29TH 12 NOON-1:30PM If you have seen it before, TAKE ANOTHER LOOK! Freshly painted, new tile. Open floor plan & so much room!Well maintained home on wooded lot in desirable neighborhood. 4-6 Bedrooms, 3.5 baths, tile kitchen, hardwoods in family room, new carpet. Finished walk-out lower level with two additional bedrooms and 3/4 bath. Two fireplaces. ONE YEAR HOME TRUST WARRANTY included. $270,000 MLS #11-3504 Call Tracy Zarola 570-696-0723

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

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

DALLAS Newberry Estates

Condos with architect designed interior on 3 floors. Large, well equipped tiled kitchen with separate breakfast room, den with fireplace-brick & granite hearth. Open floor plan in living/dining area. 3 or 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths. Lower level has den or 4th bedroom with family room & bath. Recently sided; attached 2-car garage, walk-out lower level, decks on 1st & 2nd floor; pets accepted (must be approved by condo association). Country Club amenities included & private pool for Meadows residents. MLS 12-203 $250,000 Maribeth Jones 570-696-6565

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. Built for handicap accessibility with exterior ramp, interior hallways and doorways. 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 $149,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

DURYEA REDUCED! 90 Main St. Recently remolded 4 bedroom, 1.5 single. Modern kitchen with new appliances, open floor plan, wood burning fireplace, gas heat. 2 car detached garage. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 12-895 $119,500 Call Lu-Ann 570-602-9280

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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

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

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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 floor laundry. 3 porches. Large yard with loads of parking. Aluminum siding. Concrete driveway. Many extras! MLS # 12-711. Conventional financing. ($2,995 down, $325, month. 4 1/4% interest, 30 years. $59,900. Bob Kopec HUMFORD REALTY 570-822-5126

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Very well maintained 2-story home with 6 rooms, 3 bedrooms, large eat-in kitchen and 1.5 baths. This home also has a first floor laundry room, ductless air conditioner, gas steam heat and a fenced in yard with a shed. This home is in move-in condition just waiting for you to move into. Make an appointment today! #11-4433 $79,900 Karen Altavilla 283-9100 x28 Prudential: 696-2600

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

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1426 WYOMING AVENUE Well maintained Grand Victorian on a corner lot, with 4 bedrooms, modern bath, modern kitchen with Broiler, formal dining room, front porch & screened side porch, Gas heat, gas fireplace in living room, and pellet stove in the family room. Many touches of yesteryear. MLS# 12-1559 $214,900. Call Florence 570-715-7737

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3 Bedroom, 2 bath Doublewide with 2 car detached garage in good condition sitting in the country. $119,900 MLS#11-4501 Call Kenneth Williams 570-542-2141 Five Mountains Realty

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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

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

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19 Lee Park Ave. Well kept 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath single with eat in kitchen, 1st floor laundry area, w/w, ceiling fans, full concrete basement. Gas heat. Home sits on large lot with 2 car detached garage and off street parking. MLS 12-541 $79,900 ANTONIK & ASSOCIATES, INC. 570-735-7494 Ext 304 Patricia Lunski 570-814-6671

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

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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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3 bedroom, 1.5 bath raised Ranch on 1 acre. Home boasts a gas fireplace in living room. Central A/C, 2.5 car garage, covered deck, finished basement, lots of storage, out of flood zone. $179,900. Call 570-299-5940 570-388-4244

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NEW LISTING Two-story brick home originally built in the 1860’s…warm and fuzzy is the feeling as you enter this gracious home…The living room is now a “pool room”. Den with Pergo flooring and stunning fireplace with built-in bookshelves. Dining room with hardwood floors, eat-in kitchen, second floor has 3 spacious bedrooms, gas heat, large fenced yard. #12-1426 Price Reduced $184,900 Maribeth Jones 696-6565 Prudential: 696-2600

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

4 bedroom Cape Cod, 3 car garage, pool, with 64 feet. of lakefront.MLS# 12-1636 $599,900. call Stephen @ 814-4183 JJ Mantione Appraisal & Realty Group Inc.

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Beautifully maintained cape cod features 3 bedrooms and one and a half baths. Hardwood floors in living room, dining room, foyer and first floor bedroom. Newly remodeled kitchen and bathroom. Lots of storage. New roof installed in 2010. Breakfast nook with built-in table and benches. Enclosed porch, above ground pool and deck. 11-2706. $155,000 Call Brenda Suder 570-332-8924 McDermott Realty 570-696-2468

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WELL MAINTAINED 2 STORY - 4 Bedroom, eat-in kitchen, spacious Living Room, family room with original woodwork, remodeled baths and nice front porch on 1.58 partially wooded acres near Harveys Lake. $117,800 Jeannie Brady ERA BRADY ASSOCIATES 570-836-3848 HARVEYS LAKE

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SPRINGS ARTISTRY Nestled on 3.86 acres. Will be yours to enjoy in this 4 bedroom, with 1st floor master suite, with a jacuzzi type tub. Separate shower, 2 walk-in closets, opens to deck and in-ground pool, 2 story family room, warmed by a gas fireplace, & 2 sets of french doors to deck. Appealing granite kitchen, and natural wood cabinets, bright breakfast nook. Country charm, halfway to heaven! $269,000. Call Tracy McDermott 570-332-8764 570-696-2468

OPEN HOUSE 184 State Rt 29 Saturday, May 19 2pm - 3:30pm 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

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1182 Main St. Modern 3 bedroom, 2 full bath, single on a double lot. Huge family room, modern kitchen, 1st floor laundry room, additional room on 1st floor could be used as 4th bedroom. Landscaped yard, shed, off street parking For more info and photos visit: www. atlasrealtyinc.com MLS 12-1269 $135,900 Call Lu-Ann 570-602-9280

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3 bedroom, 2.5 bath log sided Ranch on almost 2 acres. Lower level is 3/4 finished. Reduced! $195,000 MLS-11-4038 Five Mountains Realty 570-542-2141

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

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

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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

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

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

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

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

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

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573 Carverton Rd Privacy & serenity! This 40 acre estate features living room with fireplace & hardwood floor; family room with vaulted ceiling & fireplace; 1st floor master bedroom & bath with jetted tub & stall shower; panelled den; dining room with stone floor & skylight; 3 additional bedrooms & 2 baths. Central Air, 3 outbuildings. REDUCED $695,000 MLS 11-4056 Call Nancy Judd Joe Moore 570-288-1401

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13 Fordham Road Totally remodeled custom brick ranch in Oakwood Park. This home features an open floor plan with hardwood floors, 2 fireplaces, kitchen, formal living & dining rooms, family room, 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, office with private entrance, laundry room on first floor, tons of closets and storage areas, walk-up attic, great finished basement with fireplace, builtin grill, in-ground pool, cabana with half bath, an oversized 2-car garage & a security system. Renovations include new: windows, gas furnace, central air, electrical service, hardwood floors, Berber carpeting, freshly painted, updated bathrooms & much, much, more. Laflin Road to Fordham Road, on right. $399,700 Call Donna 570-613-9080

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

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214 West Ridge St Great 2 story home, freshly painted and carpeted, large rooms. Don't miss out on this great buy and to own a home of your own. 12-1302 $69,900 Call Karen Coldwell Banker Rundle Real Estate 570-474-2340

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Spacious 3 bedroom, 1 3/4 bath split level on a beautifully landscaped 1 acre lot. Large sunroom & recreation room with fireplace and wet bar. $205,000 Call Christine Kutz 570-332-8832

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Very nice, 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath, Ranch home with formal dining room, modern kitchen, lower level knotty family pine family room & laundry, has 2 car garage, gas heat. MLS# 12-1553 $141,900 Call Florence 570-715-7737

570-474-6307 46 Farmhouse Road Lovely 10 room vinyl sided ranch home, with 2.5 modern baths, formal dining room, gas heat, central air, 2 car garage & large deck. Lower level consists of 2 large recreation rooms. Office, half bath and workshop. Lower level all ceramic tiled floors. MLS# 12-1359 $298,900 Call Florence 570-715-7737

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Beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 3/4 bath, with hardwood floors under carpet & 2nd kitchen in lower level for entertaining. screened porch, landscaped yard, heated workshop & much more! $179,900 Call Christine Kutz 570-332-8832

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9 Anne Street Modern bi-level, 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath, tile kitchen and bath floor. New appliances, new gas hot water furnace and architectural roof. Family room, 3-season room and deck. 2 car garage, large yard. Move-in condition. Convenient location. Reduced to $189,000 OBO 570-823-4282 or 570-823-7540 MOUNTAINTOP

3 bedroom, 1 bath. Nice opportunity for a starter home or investment property. Original columns, moldings, and leaded glass windows are intact. Reduced $40,000 CALL CHRISTINE KUTZ 570-332-8832

Beautiful and great condition, spacious 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath traditional 2 story home situated on a large level nicely landscaped lot. Newer kitchen. Crestwood Schools. Features large cedar walled 3 season room with skylight and doors to large deck, Family room with fireplace, formal dining and living rooms, 1st floor laundry, & gas HWBB heat. MLS# 12-1065 $238,000. Call Pat. Direct line 715-9337. Lewith & Freeman Real Estate 570-474-9801

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OPEN HOUSE Saturday, May 19 Sunday, May 20 2pm to 3pm 162 Dawes Ave 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

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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119 West Union Street Out of flood zone! Large, 2 story frame with 2, three bedroom apartments. Off street parking, Large, dry basement, oil heat, large front porch and yard, also 4 room “rented” cottage, with garage in the rear of the same property. $85,000. Great home and/or rental. Call 570-542-4489

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Richard Lane 2 story, 3 bedroom, 1 bath home at rear of Lake Side Drive between Pole #’s 125 and 126 on Richard Lane. Lake view, including front wrap around porch and 2 of the 3 upstairs bedrooms. and rear yard. Home in need of updating and repairs and is being sold as is. 13,809 sq. ft. lot. MLS 12-1607 $59,900 Michelle T. Boice 570-639-5393 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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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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1/2 DOUBLE Great starter home in nice area. Close to schools and recreation. Large 3 season porch with cabinetry, great for entertaining. New plumbing, lots of light & huge walk up attic for storage or rec room. $35,000 Call CHRISTINE KUTZ 570-332-8832

Motivated seller! Affordable 3 bedroom 2 story home. Features a study on 1st floor, or could be a 4th bedroom. Semi modern kitchen, includes appliances "as is", gas heat, full basement. MLS#12-1107 Asking $52,000. Call Pat at 715-9337. Lewith & Freeman Real Estate 570-474-9801

175 Oak Street New furnace, 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, 1st floor laundry room, 3 season porch, fenced yard and off street parking. MLS#12-721 $84,900 Call Patti 570-328-1752 Liberty Realty & Appraisal Services LLC

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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 $154,900 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

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29 Valley View Dr. MOTIVATED SELLER Modern kitchen and bath. Tile floors. Corner lot with deck overlooking spacious yard. Great neighborhood. Conveniently located. Easy to show. Call for an appointment today MLS#11-2500 $174,900 Julio Caprari: 570-592-3966

MOUNTAINTOP

143 W. Broad St. Nice 2 story home with 3 bedrooms 1.5 baths, fenced yard, newer furnace with 3 zones and newer 200 amp electrical service. This home has an attached Mother in Law suite with a separate entrance. This can easily be converted to a 1st floor master bedroom with a master bath. MOS 12-1401 $69,900 John W. Polifka Five Mountains Realty 570-542-2141 570-704-6846

PITTSTON TWP. REDUCED 5 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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VACANT LAND 333 OAKMONT LANE 1.15 acre, level lot, #254, on cul-de-sac, in Laurel Lakes. Underground electric, phone & cable. Ready for your new home in 2012! MLS# 11-4465 $35,500 Call Christina Kane 570-714-9235

182 Robert Street Nice single or duplex. Gas heat. Detached garage. This home is “high and dry”, and available for immediate occupancy. Call Jim for details. Affordable @ $104,900 TOWNE & COUNTRY R.E. 570-735-8932 570-542-5708 NANTICOKE 294-296 EAST STATE ST

MOUNTAIN TOP

OPEN HOUSE 139 Sandwedge Drive Sunday, May 20 1:30 to 3:00 LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! Beautiful home in Alberdeen Acres, hole 7 of Blue Ridge Golf Course. 1.84 acres of serenity. Large 4 bedroom home with great deck to relax on and enjoy your surroundings. Come make this your private retreat today. $259,900. MLS 121627. For more information or to schedule a showing call or text Donna 570-947-3824 or Tony 570-855-2424

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

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Inviting home with 90’ of lakefront & wonderful enclosed dock. The huge great room features a vaulted ceiling, hard wood floors, handsome stone fireplace, built-in cabinets & long window seat with offering lake view. Modern kitchen with large pantry for entertaining, Master suite opens to 3 season room, also lakefront. 2nd floor guest rooms are oversized. MLS# 11-2954 $328,500 Call Rhea 570-696-6677

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Totally remodeled 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on 1 acre with large family room on lower level. property has small pond and joins state game lands. Reduced! $129,900 Could be FHA financed. MLS# 11-4085 Five Mountains Realty 570-542-2141

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168 P Mill St. Large E3 bedroom home with 2 full N baths. 7 rooms Don nice lot with I above ground pool. 1 N For car garage. moreG info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3894 $79,000 Tom Salvaggio 570-262-7716

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

PITTSTON REDUCED 415 Jones Street 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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1327 Lakeview Dr OPEN HOUSE Saturday, May 19 1:00pm - 2:30pm GREAT ESCAPE!!! Come relax in your new home while enjoying the view of the lake. Great year round home or seasonal. 2 of the bedrooms, living and bright sunroom all overlook the beautiful lake. Concrete walk out basement as well. Great home, stunning location! $279,000. For more information or to schedule a showing call or text Donna 570-947-3824 or Tony 570-855-2424

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

15 Green St. Move right into this newly upgraded 2 story, 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home with granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances and slate tile floors. Rest easy with a new roof overhead as well as new energy efficient furnace, private lot. Take a tour of this home before it is gone! For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. Priced to sell at $119,900 MLS 12-916 Call Lu-Ann 570-620-9280

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.co m MLS 11-3403 $54,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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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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Great price! 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, only 3 years old. Located in Sand Springs Golf community. Master bath & second floor laundry. Kitchen has granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances. Basement can be easily finished with walkout sliding doors. Why pay new construction prices? Save thousands! Home is cleaned & ready for occupancy! MLS#12-775 $209,900 Paul Pukatch 696-6559

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

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 $139,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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117 Mara Lane Beautiful townhome in EXCELLENT condition with many upgrades including hardwood floors, huge deck, upgraded light fixtures & appliances. MLS# 12-1336 $204,000 Call Tracy Zarola 570-696-0723

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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.

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

57 Sara Drive Bright & open floor plan. This 7 year old home offers premium finishes throughout, beautiful kitchen with granite tops, walkout lower level finished with 3/4 bath - french doors out to private 1.16 acre lot. MLS# 12-1617 $432,000 Call Geri 570-696-0888

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

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

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

129 Townsend St. Wonderful home in great neighborhood. Relax in the pool after a hard day of work. Property offers the opportunity to have your own Beauty Shop (equipment negotiable), or expand your living space. Buyer responsible for confirming zoning for business. All measurements approximate. MLS# 12-833 $200,000 Jolyn Bartoli

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SWOYERSVILLE Lake Front Property at Shickshinny Lake!!! 4 Bedrooms, 2.75 baths, 2 kitchens, living room, large family room. 2 sunrooms, office & laundry room. Plus 2 car attached garage with paved driveway, AG pool, dock & 100' lake frontage. $382,500. MLS #12-860 Call Kenneth Williams 570-542-2141 Five Mountains Realty SHICKSHINNY

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

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

187 Shoemaker St. Adorable 3 bedroom, 1 bath, Cape Cod. Completely remodeled inside and out. Hardwood floors throughout, duct work in place for central air installation. Back yard deck for summer cook outs and much, much more. Not a drive by! MLS 12-1595 $142,500 Jay A. Crossin EXT. 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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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

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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221 Maple St. Beautiful 4 bedroom Back Mtn. home with natural woodwork, pocketdoors, ceiling fans & great light. Sit on 1 or 2 screened rear porches and enjoy awesome views or sit on your front porch in this great neighborhood! Don’t forget the above ground pool with deck. MLS 12-1699 $154,900 John Shelley 570-702-4162 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 WEST PITTSTON

510 Fourth St. A nice 2 story, 3 bedroom home in the Wyoming Area school district. Corner lot. Out of the flood zone. MLS 12-1616 $79,000 Jackie Roman EXT 39 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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Spacious 4 bedroom colonial on 40 x 150 lot with private drive, gas heat, modern kitchen and 1.5 baths. French doors between living room and formal dining room plus an entrance foyer with wood stair case and Hardwood floors. MLS 12-1304 $44,270 Ann Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

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

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70 Warner Street 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, freshly painted and ready to move in, nice deck and yard, with alley access in rear. Low taxes. Great starter home! Asking $72,000. Call 570-822-5508 or 570-822-8708

This 4 bedroom 2 story has a full bath on the 1st floor and rough in for bath on 2nd floor. An enclosed side patio from the kitchen dinette area & side drive are a big plus. MLS 12-553 Only $27,900 Ann Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

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Well maintained raised ranch in Midway Manor. Good size level yard with shed. Large sunroom / laundry addition. Lower level family room with wood stove. $149,900 Call Christine Kutz 570-332-8832

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

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Job Seekers are looking here! Where's your ad? 570-829-7130 and ask for an employment specialist 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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136 East Ridge St. A great home features 3 bedrooms, plenty of closet space, modern eat in kitchen with great appliances, living room with wood pellet stove, large family room, 1 1/2 modern bathrooms, washer/ dryer hook-up, second floor has all new replacement windows, exterior has aluminum siding, stain glass window on new front porch, new above ground pool, fenced in level yard, Plenty of off street parking, A+ today. Never worry about parking, its always there. Great location, best price home in today's market, Shown by appointment only, to qualified buyers.

Plenty of space for everyone in this 4/5 bedroom 2 story. Heated 4 season sunroom; enjoy all year! Large family room opens to the sunroom, spacious u-shaped kitchen offers roomy breakfast area. Formal living and dining room. Second floor has 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths. 2car garage. Above ground pool/deck. Unfinished basement offers more room for expansion. Large mostly level private yard. MLS# 12-1664 $274,500 Call Linda (570) 956-0584

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86 St. Mary’s St. Nice 3 bedroom, 1 bath Single in Plains with large modern kitchen, master bedroom with double closets, beautiful woodwork, w/w, ceiling fans, attic, porches, shed, gas heat. MLS 10-3939 $68,000 ANTONIK & ASSOCIATES, INC. 570-735-7494 Ext. 304 Patricia Lunski 570-814-6671

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

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Well maintained raised ranch in Midway Manor. Good size level yard with shed. Large sunroom / laundry addition. Lower level family room with wood stove. $149,900 Call Christine Kutz 570-332-8832

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

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Vinyl resided, new shingles in 2008, quiet location with level, open ground. Replacement windows, new well pump. MLS #12-760 $59,900 Call Dale 570-256-3343 Five Mountain Realty

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

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250 PEPE COURT May 18th, 19th & 20th 9am - 2pm (Off Memorial St., right on Pepe Ct.) With items from estate clean outs, vintage & modern.

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135 Center St Saturday, May 19 8am - 11am Classic power tools. Arts, crafts & school supplies. Holiday decorations. Cooking/baking supplies. Home decor. Shoes, clothes, jewelry, luggage & much more!

FORTY FORT

72 Bedford Street Fri., May 18th, 9-3 Sat., May 19th, 9-2 New afghans, lamps, tables, boy’s clothes, dolls, household.

Sand Springs 88 Stone Ridge Rd. Friday & Saturday May 18 and May 19 8am - 4pm Household items wall art, vintage linens and lamps.

58 SIMON BLOCK AVE. BUTTONWOOD FRI., & SAT. 7AM-2PM FURNITURE, W/D, CHRISTMAS DECOR, HOUSEHOLD ITEMS, COLLECTIBLES. 2 FLOORS OF DEALS! SOME FREE ITEMS!

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100 Savage Street Saturday 9am-1pm Household Items, collectibles, toys, Longaberger, something for everyone!!

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KINGSTON 24 Cedar Road Friday & Saturday 8am-3pm (turn on Grand View at pole 129 and follow signs.) Contents of ”manly” older home. Tools, tools, tools, indoor and outdoor tools! Craft items, woodworking, etc. Bed room suites, lamps, tables, Living room suite, bar items, men’s clothing Many kitchen items, kitchen set, glassware, Too much to list, all priced to sell!!

JACKSON TOWNSHIP

1375 Huntsville Road Saturday, May 19th 9am-4pm. Friends and family yard sale!

JENKINS TOWNSHIP

348 Heather Highlands Saturday & Sunday 9am - 3pm Rain or Shine No Early Birds Jewelry, furniture, dolls, household items & much more!

80 Second Avenue Sat., May 19th, 8-12 Coffee tables, household items, bedding, rug, lamps. Something for Everyone!

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214 East State St. Sat., May 19th, 9-? Surround sound system, crafts, full figured clothes to size six, men’s, women’s, girl’s & boys. 4’ pool with chemicals. Too many items to mention! LARKSVILLE

470 W. State St. Sat., May 18th 8-2 Next to Lower End Pizza Don't miss this sale / great prices & great selection of items!

LARKSVILLE

WILDWOOD TERRACE ANNUAL SALE Sat, May 19th, 8-12 Toys, hunting clothes, household, tools, bikes, etc.

388 Walnut St. Fri & Sat 8am 2 pm Birch doors, glider, twin bed set, pool ladder, coolersleeping bag & lantern, bird cage.

504 Miller Street Metal clothes closet, gun cabinet, dresser, toys, holiday & household, clothes; ladies’, boy’s/teen, plus sizes, video games, electronics, outdoor & more.

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129 Spruce Street Sat., May 19th, 8-2 Fish tank, Avon collectibles, hammock, French bicycle, luggage, housewares, chainsaw, Foreman grill, bread machine, books, kitchenware.

132 & 141 West Union Street SAT., MAY 19 9AM-1PM Trampoline, power wheels, country decor, kids school clothing, games, household & more!

147 1/2 Elizabeth St. Sat., May 19th, 8-3 Vintage items, antique furniture, household, too much to list. Cash only. No Early Birds.

SHAVERTOWN

630 Nuangola Road Saturday 5/19 8am-1pm Antique kitchen set, mission oak bedframe, men’s clothes, books, many household items & much more!

4 Greenwich Drive Saturday 8am-1pm Cleaning out! Household, kids, cars, youth bed. Too much to list.

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KINGSTON

194 E.Dorrance St. Fri., May 18, Sat., May 19, 8-2 both days. Vintage Mahagony Secretary, Brohill couch, prints, snowblower, lawn mower, glassware, & much more!

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625 West 8th St. Fri. & Sat. 9-3 Gas grills, cribs, lift chair, TV cabinet, exercise equipment and much more!

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80 Hutson Street Saturday 5/19 9am-2pm, & Sunday 5/20 9am-2pm Janitorial equipment, clothing, shoes, purse, and much more!!

WILKES-BARRE

OPEN SPACE YEAR ROUND OUTSIDE SPACES - $10 Saturday 10am-2pm Sunday 8am-4pm

MOUNTAINTOP 5 FAMILY SALE Fieldcrest Dev. Sat. May 19 8-2 RAIN OR SHINE!

8 Rebel Hill Saturday 9am-3pm (Walden Park) Miscellaneous household items & much more!

1200 Lincoln Ave. Rear. Sat. May 19th, 9-2 Dining room set, chairs, clothes, living room set, couch, housewares.

Dan Flood PTO 565 North Washington St. Sat., May 19th, 8-1 Multiple Vendors. Rain or Shine. Please Help Support Our School!

SUGAR NOTCH RUMMAGE SALE Holy Family Church

828 Main St Fri., May 18, 3-7 Sat., May 19, 9-1 Sun., May 20, 10 BAG DAY DAY Household goods, adult & children’s clothing, home decor, holiday decorations, toys, books, tools, DVD’s.

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34 S. Main Street Provincial Towers Apt 910 Saturday 9am-3pm Contents of fine apartment includes: Corner China Closet, Duncan Phyfe Dining Table, Drop leaf table, beautiful bookcase, Curio unit, Needlepoint chairs, Sterling flatware and serving pieces. Oriental Nut Bowl Set, Beleek, Salt Dip Set, fine glassware, linens, lots of kitchen, Christmas, and much much more.

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1039 Woodberry Dr. Sat 7A-1P Off Nuangola Rd to Fairwood Blvd. - HUGE SALE toys, games, bikes, 400+ kids books, dinosaurs, youth clothes, household and more!

57-59 Pearl Street (Between Scott & Kidder St’s.) Saturday & Sunday 6/19 and 6/20 8:00AM - 4:00PM Tons of Stuff. Household. Something for everyone.

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400 Delaware Ave Saturday 9am-1pm Brand name clothing, refrigerator, toys, collectibles & much much more!

WEST WYOMING

NESCOPECK BORO MAY 17 & 18 9-7 MAY 19, 9-1 Household Items, Clothing, Electronics, Something For Everyone.

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KINGSTON 90 Chestnut St. (off Route 11 near Bridge) Fri., 8am - 1pm Sat., 9am - 1pm Baby travel system, baby items, window air conditioner, large fish tank, & stand. Dresser, lawn decor, much more. Good stuff!!!!

122 Wynchurch Circle Friday 8am3pm & Saturday 8am-3pm. Children's, women's and mens clothing, housewares, small appliances, toys, Holiday decor, & much more!!

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NANTICOKE 814 Willard Street Saturday 8am-4pm Everything must go! Tools & furniture, & much more, no reasonable offer refused.

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5 Aster Street Saturday 8am-2pm Women's and teens clothes, household items, tools, children's games, and lots more!

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110 ELMCREST DR. MAY 17, 8-11 MAY 18 & 19 8-2 MOVING EVERYTHING MUST GO! Lovely Furniture, cheap prices. Queen Bedroom suite, Lazy boys, dog crate, wicker, more.

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40 Myers Street Fri & Sat 9am-3pm Edger, Trimmer, saw, grill, fish tank, bed set, furniture, household, pet items, books, clothes.

ORANGE

2293 W. 8th St. ORANGE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH May 17th, 18th & 19th 9 am to 2 pm Refreshments & Welsh cookies

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539 Buck River Rd. Sat., May 19, 9-3 Fishing gear, furniture, flower pots & flowers, jewelry, baseball cards, tools, plastic RV mattresses, aquariums & supplies, bedding & cookware BRING YOUR ROD, SHOP & FISH!

WEST PITTSTON

42 ELIZABETH ST. SATURDAY, MAY 19, 2012 8:00-4:00 DIRECTIONS: From S. Main or Carey Ave. take Wood St. to S. Franklin To Elizabeth ENTIRE CONTENTS OF HOME including beautiful living room furniture, mahogany tables, antique rockers, mission oak style desk, nice large curio cabinet, china sets, glassware, kitchenware, blue & white porcelain, lamps, mirrors, decorative statues, paintings & prints, Sony Wega 50 inch tv, Craftsman walk behind mower and much more! CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED! SALE BY COOK & COOK ESTATE LIQUIDATORS WWW.COOKANDCOOKESTATELIQUIDATORS.COM

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West Chestnut Street Saturday 8am-2pm (near general hospital.) Miscellaneous items, baby items, household, clothes, etc!

WYOMING

52 W. 6th Street Sat., May 19th, 9-2 Clothing, household items, cookbooks, vintage hats. WYOMING

73 ATHERTON AVE Sat., 8am - 1 pm No early birds. Girl’s clothes size 8-10, fishing lures, marble coffee table, camping equipment, car & booster seat.

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300 Block of Baltimore Avenue Saturday 8am-? Street Sale. great stuff, seasonal items, toys and household! No earlybirds please

54 Hillard Street St. Andre Bessette Msgr. Curran Hall Holy Savior Church Fri., May 18, 4-8 Sat., May 19, 8-2 Large variety of gently used items + Bake Sale & Cafe 570-823-4988

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WILKES-BARRE 168 Blackman St

438 Tripp St

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

OPEN HOUSE Sunday 12pm-5pm

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

906 Homes for Sale WILKES-BARRE

240 Sheridan St. Cute home just waiting for your personal touch. Looking to downsize? Well this is the one for you. 2nd floor could be finished, along with the basement. If you are a handyman you have to see this home. MLS 12-1481 $42,000 Roger Nenni EXT 32 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

Nice maintained large double on a corner lot. Seller willing to pay $2500 toward closing cost, and $500 toward paint. Great investment opportunity live on one side and rent the other. Extra room in the attic on both sides. Taxes are being reassessed. $79,900 MLS# 12-675 Call Pat Doty 570-696-2468

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906 Homes for Sale

WILKES-BARRE

WILKES-BARRE To Settle Estate $56,900 REDUCED! Offer Needed!

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YATESVILLE

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

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

Nice 2 story, 3 bedroom on a quiet street. 2 full baths, new appliances, vinyl siding, replacement windows, newer furnace & roof. New laminate floors, off street parking, large yard & shed. MLS# 12-1330 $79,000

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

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REDUCED 550 Johnson St. Nicely landscaped corner lot surrounds this brick front Colonial in desirable neighborhood. This home features a spacious eat in kitchen, 4 bedrooms, 4 baths including Master bedroom with master bath. 1st floor laundry and finished lower level. Enjoy entertaining under the covered patio with hot tub, rear deck for BBQ’s and an above ground pool. Economical gas heat only $1224 per yr. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-157 $249,900 Call Michele Reap 570-905-2336

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Forty Fort Office 283-9100 WILKES-BARRE

16 Sullivan St. Large 5 bedroom home with a newer roof, new gas furnace, modern kitchen and baths. Close to Central City. MLS 12-1171 $60,000 Charles J. Prohaska Ext. 35 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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

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260 Brown Street Move right into this 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath in very good condition with modern kitchen and bathrooms and a 3 season sunroom off of the kitchen. MLS 11-4244 $59,900 Call Darren Snyder Marilyn K Snyder Real Estate 570-825-2468

WILKES-BARRE

19 Lawrence St. Very well kept 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath 2 story with family room, enclosed back porch and fenced in back yard. Nice layout with lots of closet space. Modern kitchen, laundry 1st floor. Replacement windows and much more! MLS 12-1325 $77,000 Jay A. Crossin Ext. 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

210 Academy St. Large grand home. Open concept downstairs, 1 st floor laundry, lots of closet space, fenced in back yard, extra large driveway. Garage with floor pit, auto garage door opener. 60 amp subpanel, walk up attic. Loads of potential. MLS 12-1268 $115,000 David Krolikowski 570-288-0770 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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WILKES-BARRE

45 Marlborough Avenue Nice brick front Ranch on corner lot. 3 bedrooms, 1 full and (2) 1/2 baths. Finished basement, breezeway to 2 car garage. Fenced yard and central air. MLS 12-1612 $125,000 Mark R. Mason 570-331-0982 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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46 Bradford St. Pride of ownership everywhere. 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, large yard, off street parking. Ready to go! MLS 12-1508 $69,900 Kevin Sobilo 570-817-0706

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89 Conwell Street Well maintained 2 story home with a finished lower level and a gas fireplace. New carpets and a walk-up attic, great for storage. $60,000 MLS# 11-4529 Call Michael Nocera

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

5 bedrooms, 2.5 bath, hardwood floors, large kitchen, Driveway. Asking $85,000 Call 570-905-2769 WILKES-BARRE 74 Frederick St

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35 Hillard St. Hardwood floors, fenced in yard, large deck. Off street parking. 3 bedroom home with 1st floor laundry. Move in condition. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-1655 $76,500 Colleen Turant 570-237-0415

2000 SF FULLY CARPETED - FRESH PAINT THROUGHOUT - RECEPTION, FOUR OFFICES & KITCHENETTE IDEAL FOR SALES - SERVICE - TELEMARKETING JUST NEEDS DESKS & CHAIRS - AMPLE PARKING FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: DAVE DARIS AT (570)823-1100 EXT. 246 or ddaris@mericle.com

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

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Cozy 2 story, 2 bedrooms, new bathroom, tile living room, dining room, new Energy Star windows. Kitchen is unfinished. All measurements are approximate. 12-344 $19,900 Call Brenda Suder 570-332-8924 McDermott Realty 570-696-2468

Four bedrooms, 4 square. Eat in kitchen, spacious rooms, replacement windows. Hardwood floors, French doors, stained glass, wood work, walk up attic & oversized 2 car garage. MLS# 11-2054 $104,900

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

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

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

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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 $59,900 Call Tom 570-262-7716

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298 Lehigh Street Lovely 2 story with new roof, furnace, water heater, new cabinets and appliances. Whole house newly insulated. Nice deck and fenced-in yard. Call Chris at 570-8850900 for additional info or to tour. MLS 11-4505 $75,000 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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527 Dennison St. Charming brick Tudor home in wonderful neighborhood. Hardwood floors, cherry cabinets, solid wood doors only begin to describe this delightful home. Motivated Seller! MLS#12-1227 $225,000 Jolyn Bartoli

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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

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Beautifully maintained 3 story home, features hardwood floors, built-in cabinet, five plus bedrooms, office, 3 bathrooms and stained glass windows. All measurements are approximate. 12-1081 $99,900 Call Brenda Suder 570-332-8924 McDermott Realty 570-696-2468

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573 Coon Road This 100+ year old Victorian comes with a lot of amenities inside and out on 6 acres of Country living. Indoor pool, wine cellar, patio, 4 car garage and much more. Property is being sold “as is”. MLS 12-1676 $399,000 Shelby Watchilla 570-762-6969 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

484 Madison St. Well kept home with finished basement. Move in condition with plenty of rooms, new Pergo floors on 2nd floor and fenced in yard. Newer roof and furnace approximately 10 years old. MLS 12-1291 $79,900 Donald Crossin 570-288-0770 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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10 Calvert St. Pristine Bi-level, 3/4 bedrooms, modern kitchen & 1 3/4 modern baths. Heated sunroom, hardwood floors, 1 car garage, central air, landscaped yard. For additional info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 12-1804 $183,500 Call Lu-Ann 570-602-9280

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608 Wyoming Ave OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY & SUNDAY 1:30 TO 3:00 Location, Location, location! Either you are looking to raise your family or just work from home this amazing brick ranch style property has it all. Zoned commercial, 3 very large bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths, full finished basement, library room, oversized living room, formal dining room and so much more. You have to see it to appreciate. Call today for a private tour of the property. 1 year Home Warranty. MLS 11-1870 PRICE REDUCTION!!! OWNER WANTS OFFERS $275,000 Call Tony Wasco 570-855-2424 Trademark Realtor Group 570-613-9090

12 Reid st. Spacious Bi-level home in semi-private location with private back yard. 3 season room. Gas fireplace in lower level family room. 4 bedrooms, garage. For more informtion and photos visit wwww.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 10-4740 $149,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200 VM 101

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

100 Ashley St. Well maintained 3 unit building with extra $50 per month from garage with electric. Off street parking for 4 cars and fenced in yard. Back porches on both levels. Fully rented. Let rental income pay for this property. Must see! MLS 12-1746 $109,000 Debbie McGuire 570-332-4413 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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110 Ashley St. Very nice duplex with off street parking and nice yard. Enclosed porch on 1st floor and 2 exits on 2nd. Fully rented. Great return on your investment. Rent pays your mortgage. Don’t miss out MLS 12-1745 $89,000 Debbie McGuire 570-332-4413 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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TO SETTLE ESTATE 92/94 CAREY STREET Live on one side, and rent the other, call for details. Call 570-735-8763

MOUNTAINTOP 110 North

Mountain Blvd. OFFICE OR RETAIL SPACE Great Location! Total 3,000 square feet on two levels. High visibility, plenty of parking, garage in rear. $295,000. 570-474-2993

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Income & Commercial Properties

AVOCA

25 St. Mary’s St. 3,443 sq. ft. masonry commercial building with warehouse/office and 2 apartments with separate electric and heat. Perfect for contractors or anyone with storage needs. For more information and photos log onto www.atlas realtyinc.com. Reduced to $89,000 MLS #10-3872 Call Charlie 570-829-6200 VM 101

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HUGHESTOWN

115 New St. Offie 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

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

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WYOMING

171 Susquehanna Avenue Well kept home on beautiful street in a desirable neighborhood. Very large rooms, hardwood floors, fenced yard, 1 car garage. All measurements approximate. MLS# 12-1079 $65,000 Call Tracy Zarola 570-696-0723

WYOMING PRICE REDUCED!

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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DUPONT

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

140 Wyoming Ave. Location, Location, Location! Great space in high traffic area. Was used for professional business with a gun shop occupying a small portion of the building. Only the gun shop is occupied. OSP for approximately 11 cars. MLS 12-1735 $350,000 Shelby Watchilla 570-762-6969 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 5770-288-0770

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295 Grove St. Nice Duplex. Both units have 2 bedrooms, kitchen and bath. Full basement, off street parking for 4 cars. MLS 12-1750 $59,000 Donald Crossin 570-288-0770 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 KINGSTON

EDWARDSVILLE

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

366 Pierce Street (corner lot). 1,300 sq. ft. concrete block commercial building on a 90 x 145 lot. Central air conditioning. Paved parking for 25 cars. Presently a pizza business, but land can be used for multiple uses (bank building, offices, etc.). MLS 12-1279. $350,000 Bob Kopec HUMFORD REALTY 570-822-5126 KINGSTON

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

HANOVER TOWNSHIP Crossroads area. commercial building lot for sale, in high traffic area. 325x80 foot corner lot bordering Carey Avenue. Owner financing available. Please Call 1-800-696-3050

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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

LAFLIN

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

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150 Dana St. Completely remodeled! Modern 5 unit property with hardwood flooring and ceramic tile in kitchens and baths. New furnace in 2009. Secure building. Fully rented. Large concrete basement for Owner’s storage, part of which could be used as an efficiency. All services separate. Utilities included in rent for #5 only. Great money maker MLS 12-1740 $319,000 Debbie McGuire 570-332-4413 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 WILKES-BARRE

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

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 $159,900 Call Charlie VM 101

912 Lots & Acreage BEAR CREEK

Newport Township

LOTS - LOTS - LOTS

210’ frontage x 158’ deep. All underground utilities, natural gas. GREAT VIEW!! $37,500 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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WILKES-BARRE

DALLAS

$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

62 Hutson St. Duplex in good condition Fenced in yard and back screened porch. Fully rented. Property pays for itself with $$$ left over. Take a look NOW! MLS 12-1747 $59,000 Debbie McGuire 570-332-4413 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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

WILKES-BARRE

70-72 Sullivan St. Well maintained 4 unit property with enclosed back porches and off street parking for 4 cars. Fully rented. New roof in 2008. Great investment. Make an appointment now! MLS 12-1748 $179,000 Debbie McGuire 570-332-4413 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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

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

DURYEA

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

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EXETER

2 bedrooms, 1 bath, refrigerator & stove, washer/dryer hook-up, no pets, no smokers. $575/month, plus utilities, security & background check. Call 570-655-3809

FORTY FORT 1B A EDROOM

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

FORTY FORT

ASHLEY

Nice, quiet neighborhood. First floor, spacious living room with working fireplace, bedroom with 2 closets. New kitchen with stove, fridge & lazy Susan. Laundry room off kitchen with washer / dryer, bath / shower. Off street, lighted parking. Lease, security, references. Gas heat & all utilities by tenant. Absolutely no pets. $600. Call 570-714-5588

AVOCA Modern & spacious

2nd floor, 3 1/2 rooms, all appliances included. Off street parking. Sewer & water included. New carpet. $575/mo + utilities and security. NO PETS Call 570-331-7412

WILKES-BARRE Furnished 1 bed-

room executive apartment. All brand new. Spacious eat in kitchen. 2 TV’s provided, leather sofas. Too many amenities to list. $700. No pets. 570-899-3123

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74 W. Hartford St 1 bedroom + computer room. 2nd floor. Water,fridge, stove, washer/dryer included. No pets. Security, lease, application fee. $525/month plus utilities. 570-472-9494

1st floor, wall to wall carpet. Appliances, washer & dryer hookup. Off street parking. Security, no pets. $450 month. 570-655-1606

DALLAS

1 bedroom, 1st floor 1 bedroom. $650/month all inclusive. W/w carpeting. Security, No Pets. 570-690-1591

2 bedrooms, no pets. $650/mo + utilities & security. Trash & sewer included. Off street parking Call 570-674-7898

DALLAS

2nd floor, 2 bedroom, refrigerator & stove, washer/ dryer. No smoking. $625/month + security. Sewer & trash included. Application & background check. No Section 8 570-675-8627 Dallas, Pa. MEADOWS APARTMENTS 220 Lake St. Housing for the elderly & mobility impaired; all utilities included. Federally subsidized program. Extremely low income persons encouraged to apply. Income less than $12,400. 570-675-6936, 8 am-4 pm, Mon-Fri. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE DUPONT

KINGSTON

3 bedroom 1 bath. $700/month. Separate utilities, laundry hookups, stove and refrigerator included. Small pets negotiable. Call Scott Zoepke Trademark Realty 570-814-0875

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

KINGSTON

KINGSTON Beautiful 2 bed-

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

570-696-1866

SHICKSHINNY

KINGSTON

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

196 Foote Avenue Corner lot, bordering Foote Ave and McAlpine St. Commercial zoning. $10,000 or best offer. Please Call 610-675-9132

Tree Farm. Dallas, Lehman & Wyoming Area School Districts. Immediate Sale! 570-760-7253

DALLAS

PITTSTON TWP.

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

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PITTSTON 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

930 Wanted to Buy Real Estate

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 mile south of L.C.C.C.

BEAR CREEK 570-283-9100

912 Lots & Acreage

Level *7.5 acres* building lot with a mountain view. Great for horses or organic farming. MLS 12-306 $59,000 570-675-4400

SWEET VALLEY Grassy Pond Road 6.69 wooded acres. Great building site and/or ideal hunting property. No utilities. $70,000. Call Pat Doty 570-394-6901 McDermott Real Estate 570-696-2468

219 Main Street Very nice 1st floor, 1 bedroom with new bathroom, modern kitchen, hardwood floors, fresh paint, off street parking. Call Darren 570-825-2468 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

DURYEA

TUNKHANNOCK

Approximately 4 acres. Perk Tested & Surveyed. Well above flood level. Mountain View. Clear land. $45,000. Bill 570-665-9054

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

915 Manufactured Homes

EAST MOUNTAIN RIDGE

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

2nd Floor, 2 bedroom, kitchen, living room, refrigerator and stove provided, washer/dryer hookup, 3 rooms, wall to wall carpeting, sewer included. Quiet neighborhood, No pets. $485 per month, lease, 1st, and security deposit, and references required. Call 570498-0949

EDWARDSVILLE

21 Pugh Street. Quiet, one way street, half double, cleaned and freshly painted, 2.5 bedrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, with washer/dryer hookup. Gas heat. Small yard, small pets considered with additional rent. $530.00 per month + security & last months rent. Call 570-793-6566

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

KINGSTON Nice area. Modern,

clean, 1 bedroom, 2nd floor. Recently painted. Refrigerator & stove, washer/ dryer hook up, off-street parking, no dogs. $550/ month & security, includes heat, water & sewer. 570-545-6057

KINGSTON Recently renovat-

ed 2 bedroom. Living room & dining room. Convenient off street parking. All new appliances. Gas. Water & sewer included. $550 + utilities, security & references. No pets, no smoking. Call 570-239-7770

KINGSTON/PRINGLE

Totally remodeled, clean, 1 ½ bedroom half double (apartment size). All new stainless appliances. Backyard, large driveway. No pets. $625 + utilities & security. Call Fadwa, 570-574-1818 MINERS MILLS 2 bedroom apartment. First floor. Includes water, sewer & trash. $500 + security. Call Bernie 888-244-2714

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LARKSVILLE

178 Nesbitt Street Newly remodeled, 2 bedroom, washer/dryer/stove & fridge included. $450/ month+ security. No pets. Utilities by tenant. Must be seen! Call after 9:00 am 570-574-1909

LUZERNE 1 bedroom, wall to wall, off-street parking, coin laundry, water, sewer & garbage included. $495/ month + security & lease. HUD accepted. Call 570-687-6216 or 570-954-0727

LUZERNE Modern 2 bedroom,

all appliances, offstreet parking, no pets. No smokers. $600/month, plus utilities, 1st month & security. Call 570-696-5417

MOUNTAIN TOP 1 Bedroom apart-

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

MOUNTAIN TOP 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!

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!

NANTICOKE

1 bedroom, 2nd floor, off street parking, coin-op washer/dryer on premises, heat and water included, no pets. $475. Call 570-417-4311 or 570-696-3936

NANTICOKE

1st floor. 1 bedroom. 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

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NANTICOKE

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

NANTICOKE

Spacious 2 bedroom, full kitchen, No pets, no smoking. $475 + electric. Call 570-262-5399

30+ DAY

BEING REMODELED

NORTH WILKES-BARRE FIRST FLOOR Spacious 1 bedroom with aesthetic fireplaces, new kitchens, wallto-wall, built in appliances & MORE. APPLICATION/EMPLO YMENT VERIFICATION “being considered” NO PETS/SMOKING 2 YEARS @ $625+ UTILITIES. MANAGED!

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PARSONS

2nd floor, 2 bedrooms, washer, dryer, fridge, stove & heat included. $685/month + security & references, no pets. Call 570-332-9355

PITTSTON

1 or 2 bedroom, wall to wall carpeting. Off street parking. Stove, fridge, porch, sewer, garbage. $450/ month. No Pets (570) 947-5113

PITTSTON

144 Carol St. 2nd floor, 4 rooms, stove, washer dryer hook up. $425/month, tenant pays utilities, 570-498-2665

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PITTSTON

2 bedroom, 1 bath. Nice neighborhood. Off street parking Own basement. $500/month + utilities + 1 mo. security 347-668-6568

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

PITTSTON

2 bedrooms, refrigerator & stove , washer/dryer hookup, off-street parking, pets ok. $650/month, plus utilities & security. (570)814-2752

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 bedrooms, living room, eat in kitchen. Stove, garbage disposal, fridge, washer & dryer included. Carpeted & newly painted, A/C. Trash & sewer paid. Off street parking for 1 car. No smoking. No pets. $575 + utilities, security & 1st month. 570-696-1485 Leave Message

PLYMOUTH

3 bedrooms,1 bath, $650/per month, Call 570-760-0511

PLYMOUTH

Real nice 1 bedroom, 2nd floor. New stove & refrigerator, wall to wall carpeting, total electric, off street parking $350 + security. No pets.

570-779-3006

SWOYERSVILLE Newly remodeled 1

bedroom studio apartment with large living room, kitchen & bath. Wall to wall carpet. Off street parking. All utilities paid except electric. $595 + security. Call 570-287-3646

WEST PITTSTON

1ST FLOOR, 5 ROOMS Recently renovated. All appliances, washer/dryer hookup. Wall to wall carpeting & window dressings. Off street parking. $600 per month + utilities, security & references. No smoking. No pets. Call 570-574-1143

WEST PITTSTON

Large 2 bedroom, 2nd floor . Hardwood floors, balcony, heat & hot water included. $775/month + security. No smoking. 570-947-9340 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

Large, modern 2nd floor 1 bedroom. Quiet neighborhood, eat in kitchen, stove, refrigerator, washer/dryer hook up. Living & dining room combo, large bedroom, deck, heat, water, sewer & garbage included. No pets. $650 + security. 570-693-9339

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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 / KINGSTON Efficiency 1 & 2

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

WILKES-BARRE

1 bedroom, and also a 3 bedroom apartment for rent, newly remodeled, with stove, fridge, washer & dryer hookup. $425 and $625 plus utilities and security. Call 570-301-8200

WILKES-BARRE

1 bedroom, refrigerator & stove, offstreet parking, no pets.$370/per month, security, references & lease. 570-825-5945 before 9:00 p.m.

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 19 Catlin Ave

2 bedroom. Heat & hot water. New stove & fridge. Tenant pays electric 646-391-4638 or 570-825-3360

WILKES-BARRE

1st floor 3 bedroom, 2 bath apartment. Off street parking. First / Last & security required. Leave message. Call 570-817-0601

WILKES-BARRE

2 bedrooms, 1 bath, big kitchen,6x8 porch, available June 1st, landlord pays heat and water. No hookups, no pets. $625 per month, 1st month and security required. Call Manny 718-946-8738 or 917-295-6254

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 deposit. Call 570-793-6377 after 9:00 a.m. to schedule an appointment. Or email shlomo_voola @yahoo.com wilkesliving.com WILKES-BARRE COUNTRY LIVING IN THE CITY 2 bedrooms, modern, well insulated, Stove, fridge, washer, dryer, parking, deck. No dogs Near Cross Valley. $485 + utilities. 570-417-5441

WILKES-BARRE

King’s College Campus 3 Large Bedrooms, living room, wall to wall, large kitchen & bath with tile floors. Stove, fridge, heat, water & off street parking included. Shared yard. $900 + security. That’s only $300 per person. 570-823-0589 WILKES-BARRE

LAFAYETTE GARDENS

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

WILKES-BARRE

1 bedroom apartment, 2nd floor. Stove, fridge, heat & hot water included. Attic Storage. Carpeted. No pets. Nice, safe area. Call 570-823-7587

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WILKES-BARRE Parsons Section

2nd floor 1 bedroom, wall to wall, stove & fridge. Heat, hot water, sewer & trash included. $475. No pets. Non smoking. References & security. 570-823-0864 or 570-817-1855

WILKES-BARRE SOUTH

Nice neighborhood. 1st floor, 2 bedroom. Wall to wall carpet. Off street parking. Washer/dryer. $575 + 1 month security, references & credit check. No pets. (570) 574-2249

WILKES-BARRE SOUTH SECURE BUILDINGS 1 & 2 bedroom

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

WILKES-BARRE

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WILKES-BARRE 1 bedroom water included 2 bedroom water included 2 bedroom single family 5 bedroom large 2 bedroom, heat & water included 2 bedroom, totally remodeled 3 bedroom, half double, immaculate condition NANTICOKE 2 bedroom large, water included PITTSTON Large 1 bedroom water included McDermott & McDermott Real Estate Inc. Property Management 570-821-1650 (direct line) Mon-Fri. 8-7pm Sat. 8-noon

Wilkes-University Campus Studio, 1 & 2 bedroom. Starting at $400. All utilities included. No pets. 570-826-1934

WILKES-BARRE

VICTORIAN CHARM 34 W. Ross St. 1 bedroom, 2nd floor. Most utilities included. Historic building is non smoking/no pets. Base rent $700/mo. Security, references required. View at houpthouse.com. 570-762-1453

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 Available

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

Commercial Properties

DOLPHIN PLAZA

WYOMING 1 bedroom 2nd floor

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

RETAIL-BBUILDING W T ILKES

ARRE

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

906 Homes for Sale

Commercial Properties

PITTSTON COOPERS CO-OP

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

PITTSTON

OFFICE SPACE

Attractive modern office space. 2 suites available. Suite A-4 offices, plus restroom and storage includes utilities, 700 sq. ft. $650/month Suite B-2, large offices, 2 average size offices, plus restroom and storage plus utilities, 1,160 sq. ft. $1000/month Call Charlie 570-829-6200

953 Houses for Rent

956 Miscellaneous

NANTICOKE Desirable

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

HARVEYS LAKE Seasonal Rental. 1/1, full kitchen, enclosed boat slip with Deck on Lake. $1250 per month, utilities included. Call Stephen @ 570-814-4183

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

SQUARE FOOT RE MANAGEMENT 866-873-0478 SHAVERTOWN

Immaculate 2 bedroom Cape Cod with eat in kitchen, hardwood floors, gas heat, detached garage. $950/mo. + utilities and security deposit. Call now! 570-675-3178

SWOYERSVILLE

2 bedrooms, 1 bath, eat-in kitchen, small yard $575/month + utilities. Call 570-472-7145

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KINGSTON OFFICENTERS New Bridge Center 480 Pierce Street

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. 570-299-5471

950

Half Doubles

HANOVER TWP.

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

KINGSTON $695/month. New

bath, kitchen, living room, dining, 2 1/2 bedrooms. Water, sewer & recycling included. Gas fireplace. New flooring, ceiling fans. Washer/dryer hook up. Lease & security. Call after 6 pm. 570-479-0131

KINGSTON

Newly renovated, 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, kitchen, dining room & living room. Private drive, No pets & no smoking. $725 +utilities, references & credit check. No section 8. Call 570-288-3274 Kingston, 3 BEDROOM, 1 bath in Kingston; $500/month; gas heat; being shown Saturday, 5/12 from 10am to 2pm; applications available at that time; bring credit report, current pay stub; security deposit $500; ready for occupancy after 5/13; 949-3227780 for further info; small pets considered.

PITTSTON

119 Lambert St. Spacious 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 baths, cherry kitchen, lots of closets, basement, yard. References + 2 months security. $700 month + utilities. 570-947-7887

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PITTSTON

3 bedrooms, 2 baths, refrigerator, stove, washer/ dryer included. No pets. New gas furnace and gas hot water heater. $600/month, plus utilities & security. Call 570-655-4691

Ofﬁcenter–250 250 Pierce Street

PLYMOUTH

Ofﬁcenter–270 270 Pierce Street

3 bedrooms, 2 baths, washer/dryer hookup, off-street parking, no pets, $700/month, plus utilities & security. Call (570)592-5030

1006

A/C & Refrigeration Services

STRISH A/C

Ductless / Central Air Conditioning Free Estimates Licensed & Insured 570-332-0715

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Building & Remodeling

Park Ofﬁce Building 400 Third Ave.

Ofﬁcenter–220 220 Pierce Street

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

For Rental Information Call:

1-570-287-1161 www.lippiproperties.com

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

EXETER

1st floor, 7 rooms, large closets. Hardwood floors. New gas furnace. Garage. No dogs, no smoking. $1200/ month, plus utilities & security, includes yard maintenance, water & garbage. Call 570-407-3600

PETS ALLOWED! Bradford St. 3 bedroom, 1 bath. W/d, fridge, stove, A/c 1st floor, eat in kitchen, dining room, living room, yard, 1 car off street parking. $725/mo + utilities Call Jeff at 570-822-8577

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Chimney Service

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

1st. Quality Construction Co.

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

Senior Citizens Discount! State Lic. # PA057320

570-606-8438 ALL OLDER HOMES SPECIALIST 825-4268. Remodel / repair, Windows & Doors DAVE JOHNSON Expert Bathroom & Room Remodeling, Carpentry & Whole House Renovations. Licensed &Insured

570-819-0681 DRIVEWAYS, SIDEWALKS, STONE WORK

All Top Masonry. Quality Work. Call Bahram 570-855-8405

HUGHES

Construction

NEED A NEW KITCHEN OR BATH???? Seasonal Rooms

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

NICHOLS CONSTRUCTION

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

ROOFING & SIDING. Kitchens & Baths. Painting. All types of construction. Free Estimates. 35 years experience. 570-831-5510

ROOFING, SIDING, DECKS, WINDOWS

For All of Your Remodeling Needs. Will Beat Any Price 25 Yrs. Experience Ref. Ins. Free Est. 570-332-7023 Or 570-855-2506

953 Houses for Rent

DALLAS FOR SALE

WILKES-BARRE

Rooms

WILKES-BARRE

Furnished room for rent. Close to downtown. $90/week + security. Everything included. Call 570-704-8381

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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

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Roommate Wanted

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Roommate Wanted

MOUNTAIN TOP Male homeowner

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

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971 Vacation & Resort Properties

LUZERNE MILLER ST. Male property

owner seeking Male roommate to share furnished 1/2 double. $350 per month all utilities included. 570-338-2207

971 Vacation & Resort Properties

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WILDWOOD CREST HARVEYS LAKE Ocean Front, on Furnished Summer Home. Weekly and/ or Monthly. Starting June to end of August. Washer & dryer. Free boat slips. Wireless internet. 570-639-5041

BRANT BEACH, LBI, NEW JERSEY 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, sleeps 10. 1 block to the beach 1/2 block to the bay. Front porch, rear deck, all the conveniences of home. Many weeks still available. $1,000 to $1,950. Call Darren Snyder 570-696-2010

the beach. 1 bedroom condo, pool. 5/04/12 - 6/22/12 $1,250/week 6/22/12 - 9/7/12 $1,550/week 570-693-3525

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CALL AN EXPERT

WEST PITTSTON

immediately 2nd floor. Bright & cheery. One bedroom. Quiet building & neighborhood. Includes stove, refrigerator, heat, water, sewer & trash. No smoking. No pets. Security, references $585/month Call (570) 609-5133

944

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Chimney Service

CHIMNEY REPAIRS Parging. Stucco.

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

CAVUTO CHIMNEY SERVICE

& Gutter Cleaning Free Estimates Insured 570-709-2479

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

HOUSEKEEPING

Dependable & professional. Flexible rates and hours. Supplies provided. References Available 357-1951, after 6pm

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Concrete & Masonry

DEMPSKI MASONRY & CONCRETE

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

570-824-0130

DempskiMasonry.com

B.P. Home Repairs 570-825-4268 Brick, Block, Concrete, Sidewalks, Chimneys, Stucco. New Installation & Repairs

C&C MASONRY & CONCRETE Absolutely free

estimates. Masonry & concrete work. Specializing in foundations, repairs and rebuilding. Footers floors, driveways. 570-766-1114 570-346-4103 PA084504 COVERT & SONS CONCRETE CO. Give us a call, we’ll beat them all! 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

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Concrete & Masonry

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 FATHER & SON CONSTRUCTION Interior & Exterior Remodeling Jobs of All Sizes 570-814-4578 570-709-8826

FS CONSTRUCTION

Specializing in all types of home improvements, complete remodeling from start to finish, additions, roofing, siding, electrical and plumbing, all types of excavation & demolition, sidewalks and concrete work, new home construction, with new model on display. Free estimates, licensed, insured. Call Frank at 570-479-1203

GARAGE DOOR

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Fencing & Decks

DECK BUILDERS Of Northeast

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

1105 Floor Covering Installation

ETERNITY FLOORING

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

1129 Gutter Repair & Cleaning

GUTTER CLEANING Window Cleaning

Pressure washing Insured 570-288-6794

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Handyman Services

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

H-D Contracting Flooring, siding, decks & more. Any size job. Call Salvatore 570-881-2191 Russ Keener Construction Windows, doors, siding, porches, decks, kitchen, baths, garages, & more. All home maintenance. Free estimates, Fully Insured PA079549 570-336-6958

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Dry Wall

MIRRA DRYWALL

Hanging & Finishing Textured Ceilings Licensed & Insured Free Estimates

570-675-3378

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Electrical

GRULA ELECTRIC LLC

Licensed, Insured, No job too small.

570-829-4077

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

1093

Excavating

EXCAVATING/MODULAR HOMES

Custom excavating, foundations, land clearing, driveways, storm drainage, blacktop repair, etc. 570-332-0077 Skidster/Backhoe With Operator I can help make your spring projects a little easier. Fully Insured. Reasonably Priced. Free Estimates. Stan 570-328-4110

1099

Fencing & Decks

Masonry - Concrete Brick-Stonework. Chimneys-Stucco” “NO JOB TOO SMALL” “Damage repair specialist” 570-466-2916

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

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Hauling & Trucking

ALL KINDS OF HAULING & JUNK REMOVAL SPRING CLEAN UP!

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

CASTAWAY HAULING JUNK REMOVAL

DO IT ALL HANDYMAN

Painting, 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

The Handier Man

We fix everything! Plumbing, Electrical & Carpentry. Retired Mr. Fix It. Emergencies 23/7

299-9142

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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

Mike’s $5-Up

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

826-1883 793-8057 S & S HAULING & GARBAGE REMOVAL

Free estimates. Clean out attics, basements, estates & more. 570-472-2392

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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 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

JAY’S LAWN SERVICE

Spring clean-ups, mowing, mulching and more! Free Estimates 570-574-3406 O’NEIL’S Landscaping, Lawn Maintenance,Cleanups, shrub trimming, 20 years experience. Fully Insured 570-885-1918

AFFORDABLE Junk removal cleanups, cleanouts, Large or small jobs. Fast free estimates. (570) 814-4631 Say it HERE in the Classifieds! 570-829-7130

TREE REMOVAL Stump grinding, Hazard tree removal, Grading, Drainage, Lot clearing, Stone/ Soil delivery. Insured. Reasonable Rates 570-574-1862

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

Lawn Care

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GRASS CUTTING

Paving & Excavating

Affordable, reliable, meticulous. Rates as low as $20. Emerald Green 570-825-4963 YARD CLEAN UP Attics & Basements Complete clean ups Garden tilling Call for quotes 570-954-7699 or 570-926-9029

1183 TREE/SHRUB REMOVAL REMOVAL DEMOLITION Estate Cleanout Free Estimates 24 HOUR SERVICE SMALL AND LARGE JOBS! 570-823-1811 570-239-0484

823-3788 / 817-0395 #1 FOR ALL YOUR CONSTRUCTION NEEDS Interior & exterior painting. All types of remodeling. Front and back porches repaired & replaced Call 570-991-5301

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Masonry

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

OLD Voted TIME MASONRY #1

MasonryContractor Let A Real Mason Bid Your Project! Brick, Block, Concrete, Stone, Chimney & Stucco Repair, Retaining Walls, Patio & Pavers, Stamped & Colored Concrete, etc. Fully Insured. 570-466-0879

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1189 Miscellaneous Service

VITO’S & GINO’S

Wanted:

ALL JUNK CARS & TRUCKS Highest Prices Paid!! FREE PICKUP

288-8995 1195

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 JACOBOSKY PAINTING Interior, & Exterior Painting, $50.00 off with this ad. Call 570-328-5083

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

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

570-474-6329 Lic.# PA021520

Keystone Paving & Seal Coating Services Free Quotes. Residential / Commercial. Parking lots / driveways•drainage •landscaping •hot tar • asphalt paving • seal coating. 10% off for spring! 570-906-5239

Mountain Top

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

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Plumbing & Heating

CARL KRASAVAGE & SON Heating, Plumbing, & Air Conditioning. No job too big or small. Let our experience & knowledge work for you. Free Estimates. Call 570-288-8149 D.M. PLUMBING & HEATING Specializing in boilers, furnaces & water heaters. 10% senior discount. Licensed,Insured &24 hour service 570-793-1930

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Roofing & Siding

ABSOLUTELY FREE ESTIMATES E-STERN CO. 30 year architec tural shingles. Do Rip off & over the top. Fully Insured PA014370 570-760-7725 or 570-341-7411 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

Doyouneedmorespace? A yard or garage sale in classified WITKOSKY PAINTING Interior is the best way Exterior, Free estimates, tocleanoutyourclosets! 30 yrs experience 570-826-1719, 570-288-4311 & You’re in bussiness 570-704-8530 with classified!