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SCHOOL SAFETY

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Luzerne County’s public schools have become veritable fight clubs, according to new state data in the annual “School Safety Reports.” In the county’s 11 school districts combined, the number of fighting incidents rose from 74 in the 2006-07 school year to 163 in 2010-11. A big chunk of that climb occurred in a single year, with reports of fighting rising last year

58 percent from 2009-10, when the total for all 11 districts was 103. But the annual For a look at detailed documents come data, visit with an annual cawww.timesveat: The numleader.com. bers seem prone to error and inconsistency despite repeated state efforts to make them uniform and reliable. Take the dramatic spike in reported fighting at Pittston Area

and Hazleton Area, which seem to show two sides of the inconsistency coin: over-reported and underreported numbers. State data show that Pittston Area reported nine fighting incidents in 2006-07, and 33 in 201011. A closer look shows most of the increase occurred at the middle school, with five fights in 2006-07, and 28 in 2010-11. Middle School Principal Patrick Bilbow admitted he was See FIGHTS, Page 15A

Reported fights in schools The reported instances of fighting in Luzerne County’s 11 school districts has more than doubled since 2007.

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THEIR RANKS THINNED by competition from chains and a rocky economy, local eateries soldier on

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Former coach Jerry Sandusky, 67, who was integral for decades to Penn State’s success in football was accused Saturday of sexually abusing eight boys, and the school’s athletic director and an administrator were charged with perjury and failing to report what they knew about the allegations in a case that prosecutors said uncovered a years-long trail of a predator and those who protected him. Sports, 1C DON CAREY/THE TIMES LEADER

INSIDE A NEWS: Local 3A Nation & World 4A Obituaries 13A B PEOPLE: Birthdays 3C C SPORTS: Scoreboard 2C Outdoors 14C D BUSINESS: Motley Fool 6D E VIEWS: Editorial 2E Forum 3E F ETC: Puzzles 2F Books 5F Travel 6F G CLASSIFIED

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Tina Macario, 79, waits on tables in the Lincoln Inn, a restaurant her parents opened in 1936 in Dupont. Macario’s establishment is one of the area’s family-run restaurants that have managed to hang on and even thrive in the local dining-out scene.

Hometown tastes By ANDREW M. SEDER

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DUPONT – When you walk in to the Lincoln Inn, Tina Macario welcomes you as if you were entering her house. That’s because you are. Macario has lived above or worked in the mainstay Dupont restaurant since she was 4 years old.

Linda and Wayne Prutzman in Dukey’s, their restaurant and bar in Wilkes-Barre.

“When I learned how to walk, my mother put an apron on me and told me to take orders,” Macario, 79, said. But things have changed in the restaurant business. She’s seen some nights when you couldn’t squeeze another patron in the place and she’s

now vacant buildings, such as Vic-Mar’s in Edwardsville, Hottle’s in Wilkes-Barre and The Saber Room in Wilkes-Barre. And while many local restaurants are reporting that they’ve seen better numbers this year than at the height of the recession that lasted from 2009-10, a

seen times when she was the only soul in the cozy inn her father built in 1936. Competition from other family eateries and national chains has increased and the flailing economy has taken a bite out of her business in recent years. Some landmark restaurants are

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Changes in data collection may have led to discrepancies

Report: School fights spike By MARK GUYDISH mguydish@timesleader.com

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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2011

Voters’ choice of new body historic

Experts: With 28 contenders for new county government, several scenarios possible. By JENNIFER LEARN-ANDES jandes@timesleader.com

Luzerne County voters made history this time last year by choosing a switch to home rule county government, and in two days they will pick the 11 council members who will oversee the transformation. Voters get to pick from a roster of 28 contenders – 11 Democrats, 11Republicans, two Independents, three Libertarians and a member of the American Independent Party. It’s an awesome responsibility for voters because the entire SPECIAL first council SECTION must be Check out tochosen at day’s Election once. Preview in the B The section to read freshman stories about council candidates for Luzerne County must hire Council, the the first county Court of county Common Pleas, manager the county and impledistrict attorney ment poliand Wilkes-Barre mayoral and cies, codes local school and proceboard races. dures that detail how the new government will function. Members will also have to resolve unforeseen issues that will arise from melding the county’s often complicated web of services and employees into the new structure. David Sosar, professor of political science at King’s College, said he hopes voters chose candidates they “really, truly trust” for the task. “The voters of the county wanted a change in county government, so it’s in all our best interest that if we want that change, choose people who are going to make it work,” Sosar said. Distinguishing among the 28 candidates may be a challenge for voters because there are “no glarSee COUNCIL, Page 15A

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POLICE BLOTTER HAZLE TWP. – State police reported the following: • Christian Ellis Montanero, 21, of McAdoo, reported a notebook personal computer was stolen from a residence on Ebervale Road between 7:30 p.m. Wednesday and 2:30 p.m. Thursday. • A juvenile male will be cited with trespassing after an incident in Crystal Ridge at 11 a.m. Wednesday. FOSTER TWP. – State police reported Carol Heller, 66, of White Haven, said a rock smashed a window at her residence on Hess Lane between 10:30 p.m. Tuesday and 10:30 a.m. Wednesday.

day his mountain bike was stolen from outside the Rite Aid store on Public Square. • Cheryl Hayes of Horatio Road, Tobyhanna, reported Thursday a window on her vehicle was smashed while it was parked on Monroe Street. • Malik Moore of Orchard Street was charged with criminal trespass on Oct. 26 after Mahogany Wheeler of Hazle Street said she found him in her residence. Wheeler said Moore fled the residence and she later discovered that $240 was missing from her wallet.

PLAINS TWP. – Township police reported the following: • Ashley Norton, 21, of Swoyersville was arrested on suspicion of drunken driving after she backed into a vehicle in a driveway along North Main Street around 3 a.m. HANOVER TWP. – Township police reported the follow- Friday. Norton showed signs of intoxication. Driving under the ing: influence charges are pending • Alana Stadnick, of Nantithe results of blood alcohol coke, reported her wallet was tests. lost or stolen while she was • Jeffrey Fitz, 29, of Plains shopping at Gerrity’s SuperTownship was arrested on market, Sans Souci Parkway, Maffett Street on an outstandon Oct. 29. The wallet is teal and contained money and store ing warrant for failure to appear for a hearing on driving reward cards. under the influence charges. • A trailer reported stolen Fitz was walking his bicycle on by the Susquehanna Valley the street at 11:47 p.m. ThursConstruction Co. from a work site on the Sans Souci Parkway day. He was transported to the Luzerne County Correctional was recovered on Pine Run Facility. Road. • Jaclyn Gilmore, of Cist HANOVER TWP. – State Street, reported unauthorized police arrested Gary Joseph activity on her debit card on Rodgers, 48, of North Locust Oct. 25. Street, Hazleton on driving under the influence charges in WILKES-BARRE – City a temporary construction zone police reported the following: on Interstate 81 around 9:40 • Corey Warn, 26, of Brazil Street, was charged with public p.m. Thursday. A motorist reported Rodgers was driving a drunkenness Friday on Brazil 1994 Ford Tempo erratically, Street. • Ivan David, 65, of Bowman state police said. Rodgers was later stopped by state police. Street, reported Friday $1,900 The arrest was based on the was stolen from his residence. officer’s observations and the • Michael Evanofski, 25, of Brader Driver, reported Friday results of field sobriety tests, his debit card information was state police said. used without his approval. HAZLETON – The driver of •Jose Tejeda reported Friday his vehicle was damaged while a car that struck two parked it was parked on Seneca Street. vehicles on Juniper Street Friday morning was arrested There were scratches on the on suspicion of drunken drivhood, trunk and door, several ing, police said. Peter Gliem, windows were broken and the grill was damaged. He estimat- 21, of Hazleton showed signs of intoxication and was taken to ed the total damage at $3,000. Hazleton General Hospital for • Victor Anderson, 32, of a blood alcohol test. Charges South River Street, was are pending the test results, charged with public drunkpolice said. enness Friday on South River Street. HANOVER TWP. – Doris • Police said Saray Cahill, of Merrill of East Main Street Monroe Street, was cited with said someone smashed the disorderly conduct after she window of her vehicle while it allegedly yelled profanities at 60 Monroe St. on Friday. Police was parked in front on her were at the building investigat- home Oct. 31. • Ronald Wilson of Hanover ing a criminal mischief comTownship said the driver’s-side plaint. window of his vehicle was • Police said Israel Allah, of smashed and the vehicle’s Hutson Street, was cited with glove box and center console disorderly conduct after he allegedly screamed profanities were ransacked while it was parked at the boat launch parkat a police officer to move a ing area off Delaney Street cruiser that was parked in the between 2:15 p.m. and 3:15 area of 66 Hutson St. just bep.m. Friday. Nothing appeared fore 8 a.m. Friday. Police were to be missing. investigating a domestic dis• Police said numerous turbance at the time. articles of clothing with sales • Police said Aliem Njie, of tags attached, most of it womWilkes-Barre, was cited with en’s clothing and some in sale retail theft after he allegedly boxes, were found in the parkfailed to pay for chicken at ing lot of Blasi Printing, 1490 Schiel’s Family Market on Sans Souci Parkway Saturday Hanover Street on Thursday. afternoon. Anyone with in• Thomas Williams, 68, of formation about the clothing is East Northampton Street, asked to contact township reported Thursday his debit police. card information was used to • Police said a doe was make unauthorized purchases. struck by a vehicle near Old • Susan Mayeski, 53, of Square H Lumber on the San South Sheridan Street, reportSouci Parkway at approximateed Thursday her debit card ly 4:26 a.m. Saturday. Police information was used to make said the vehicle that apparently unauthorized purchases. struck the deer left the scene • Mark Davis, 50, of before police arrived. Swoyersville, reported Thurs-

COURT BRIEFS

William H. Weaver, 50, of South River Street, WilkesBarre, waived two counts of driving under the influence and a NANTICOKE – Aggravated single count of child endangerassault, terroristic threat and ment to Luzerne County Court. reckless endangerment charges Township police withdrew against Nassieve Wilson, 34, of charges of reckless endangerWest Green Street, were dismissed during a preliminary hearing ment and three traffic violations against Weaver. on Wednesday. Weaver had a blood alcohol Nanticoke police had accused of threatening Shayla Perry with level of .185 percent when he was a handgun during an argument at stopped by police on Rock Street his residence on Oct. 23, accord- on July 4. A 12-year-old boy was in Weaver’s vehicle, according to ing to the criminal complaint. the criminal complaint. NANTICOKE – A man acNANTICOKE – Denis Richard cused by Newport Township McDermott, 58, of Miner Avepolice of drunken driving with a child waived his right to a prelim- nue, Newport Township, pleaded guilty to a defiant trespass inary hearing before District charge during a preliminary Judge Donald Whittaker on hearing Wednesday before DisWednesday.

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Unopposed, well funded By PETER JACKSON Associated Press

HARRISBURG — J. Michael Eakin, one of the seven justices on Pennsylvania’s highest court, is one of the top fundraisers among the judicial candidates on Tuesday’s statewide ballot. But unlike some the other candidates, Eakin has no opponent. He is one of six jurists — and the only state Supreme Court justice — who are listed on the ballot for yes-or-no “retention” votes to determine whether they should be retained for additional 10-year terms. As of Thursday, Eakin’s campaign had raised more than $526,000 — more than any of the four Republican and Democratic candidates competing for one open seat each on the Superior and Commonwealth courts. His committee had more than $358,000 in the bank as of Oct. 24, according to campaign finance reports. His biggest contributions came from fellow Republicans in the political establishment: The PA Future Fund, a political committee headed by GOP national committeeman Robert Asher, contributed at least $62,000. Gov. Tom Corbett’s campaign gave $50,000. Committees run by Senate President Pro Tempore Joe Scarnati and Senate Majority Leader Dominic Pileggi chipped in $25,000 apiece, and House Majority Leader Mike Turzai’s committee gave $10,000. Law firms, unions, and business organizations are among the interest groups that provided smaller amounts. A campaign spokesman defended Eakin’s fundraising as a com-

mon-sense pre- dozens of other incumbent judges caution against around the state whose terms an 11th-hour at- were about to expire. Saylor raised tempt to deny more than $619,000 to defend his him a second seat and won retention along with all six other appellate judges. term. Graci said social networking “I think recent history sites like Facebook and Twitter Eakin tells us we have make it easier for political activto be prepared,” said Robert Graci, ists to mobilize supporters on a Harrisburg lawyer and longtime short notice and that even candidates with no known opposition Eakin friend. For many years, retention elec- need contingency plans — and tions were a mundane part of money — to counter a late-surfacPennsylvania’s judicial election ing challenge. Eakin, 62, a former Cumberprocess that predictably resulted land County district atin lopsided margins in fatorney known during vor of the incumbents. For many his tenure on the SupeBut that changed abrupt- years, retenrior Court for writing ly in 2005, when citizen activists turned retention tion elections opinions that rhymed, has begun airing an invotes on two Supreme were a muntroductory TV camCourt justices into a refer- dane part of paign ad in some Pennendum on the Legislature’s Pennsylvania’s sylvania media marsecretive and wildly unkets. popular vote earlier that judicial elec“The fact of the matyear to give pay raises to tion process ter is, we elect our judgtop officials in all three that predictes and we cause them branches of the state govably resulted to stand for retention,” ernment. Graci said. “That Then-Justice Russell Ni- in lopsided means you have to gro became the first state- margins in raise money” to afford wide judge to be turned out favor of the TV, radio or newspaper of office, while former jusadvertising. tice Sandra Schultz New- incumbents. What happens to the man narrowly won another money if most of it goes term. unspent remains a Though lawmakers repealed the pay raise law shortly af- question mark. Ethical rules require judicial ter that election, the Supreme Court retroactively restored the candidates to terminate fundraisincreases for the state’s roughly ing by the end of the calendar year 1,000 judges just before the 2006 in which they are running and bar them from using campaign funds legislative elections. In 2007, seeking to tap lingering for their or their families’ benefit. voter antipathy over the pay-raise The state Election Code says leftissue again, activists urged “no” over funds may be used to pay votes on the retention of Supreme campaign bills or returned on proCourt Justice Thomas Saylor and rated basis to contributors.

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Christopher Hodorowski thanks people for a new car at the All About Singles benefit Saturday. From left are: Sharon Smith, owner of All About Singles; Christopher; his mother, Helyn Hodoroski; Joseph and Sandi Fumanti, car dealers, and Diane Longo of All About Singles.

Singles all about providing a lift The fundraiser was sponsored Group holds fundraiser for by All About Singles of Wilkesmember’s son who has cancer. Barre to raise money for HodoHe gets much-needed wheels. rowski, of Hanover Township, By CAMILLE FIOTI Times Leader Correspondent

WILKES-BARRE – When Christopher Hodorowski, 26, was told a surprise awaited him, he had no idea it would be a cherry-red 2001 Nissan Altima with a big white bow on its hood. He gasped as Joseph Fumanti, owner of Auto Buddies in Plains Township, drove the car from the kitchen onto the dance floor at Genetti’s Saturday night. trict Judge Donald Whittaker. Nanticoke police accused McDermott of entering a garage on East Grand Street and rummaging through bags on Oct. 9, according to the criminal complaint. Police withdrew charges of burglary and possessing instruments of crime. KINGSTON – A man accused by Edwardsville police of shoving an officer will face charges in Luzerne County Court. Wade Justin Thomas, 25, of Summit Street, Edwardsville, appeared for a preliminary hearing Wednesday before District Judge Paul Roberts at which charges of aggravated assault, resisting arrest and disorderly conduct were sent to county

who was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma in February. “He was floored,” said Hodorowski’s mother, Helyn. “He had no idea. He thought this was just a benefit and there was a raffle.” Before his diagnosis, Hodorowski’s car broke down, so he had to walk to his job as a customer service representative at TelerX in the Hanover Industrial Park. Even during his chemotherapy treatments, which he just completed two weeks ago, Hodorowcourt. A simple assault charge against Thomas was dismissed. Police arrested Thomas after investigating a fight with his brother, Wyatt Thomas, at their residence on Oct. 26. KINGSTON – A man accused of providing a false name to Kingston police on July 11 will face a charge in Luzerne County Court. Kristopher Hadvance, 23, of Turner Street, Plymouth, appeared for a preliminary hearing Wednesday before District Judge Paul Roberts where a charge of false identification to county court. Charges of identity theft, making false reports and driving with a suspended license were dismis-

ski made the daily 20-minute trek through the woods to his job. “He walks through the woods in the winter, in the snow, in the rain and in the intense heat,” said Helyn. As he got weaker and sicker, it took him longer, she added. “He could have taken the easy way out and go on disability, but he didn’t want to,” she said. “No matter how sick he was, no matter how many fevers he had, he’d get right back on his feet.” Proceeds from ticket sales and basket raffles raised enough money to purchase the vehicle, with extra money left over for Hodorowski. sed. SCRANTON – A Hanover Township man pleaded guilty in federal court to downloading child pornography. Derek Pruveadenti, 22, pleaded guilty to the charge before Senior U.S. District Court Judge James M. Munley on Thursday. U.S. Attorney Peter J. Smith said Pruveadenti admitted to using a computer to download images of child pornography from 2008 to March, when he was indicted by a federal grand jury. Under terms of a plea agreement, Pruveadenti may be sentenced to five more than six years in prison, 20 years of supervised release and comply with sex offender registration.

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Veterans Day parade today

The Wyoming Valley Veterans Day Parade begins at 2 p.m. today at the corner of Market Street and Rutter Avenue in Kingston. The parade will travel down Market Street and over the Market Street Bridge. It will turn right onto South River Street, left onto Northampton Street, left onto South Main Street and end at Public Square in Wilkes-Barre. The parade lineup can be found at www.timesleader.com.

Local multimedia company ahead in print, online Times Leader Staff

The Times Leader remains the number one newspaper in Luzerne County in Sunday and daily circulation, according to the latest report from the Audit Bureau of Circulations (ABC), the print media industry’s official auditing firm. The ABC Fas-Fax figures released this week detail a six-month period ending Sept. 30, 2011, and compare the data to the same six-month period from a year prior. The Times Leader on Sunday, including branded editions, gained 18,296 print subscribers. For the same period, The Sunday Voice and The Sunday Standard Speaker, which report their numbers as one combined entity, lost 595 print subscribers. The Fas-Fax reports are

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based on figures sup- “Looking at our audi- 40,000 homes daily, on a five-day average. plied by the publishers The Times Leader aland are subject to audit ence growth in print so continues to grow by the ABC. and digital, clearly its online audience, as The Fas-Fax reported the daily edition of our strategy is work- shown through Google Analytics. TimesleaThe Citizens’ Voice ing.” der.com saw more than lost 1,362 print subPrashant Shitut 783,000 unique visscribers and the daily President and interim CEO of edition of The StanImpressions Media itors for September 2011, not including the dard Speaker lost 836 company’s weekly pubprint subscribers, a combined 2,198 fewer copies than the lication websites, an increase of more same six months reported in the 2010 than 26 percent more than the 620,000 publishers statement, whereas the unique visitors reported for Septemdaily edition of The Times Leader saw ber 2010. “I am thrilled with what our staff a loss of only 128 print subscribers. The Times Leader and its branded has achieved and the results they proeditions now reach more than 70,000 vide to our readers and advertisers. As homes on Sunday, and more than the media landscape changes, and

readers and advertisers demand varied content delivery solutions, we continue to invest in ways to offer our content through new channels. This enhances our ability to serve our customers,” said Prashant Shitut, Impressions Media president and interim CEO. “Looking at our audience growth in print and digital, clearly our strategy is working. Our advertisers benefit, as well, by getting solid results through our multi-platform offerings, as well as our traditional print products.” While maintaining its solid print foundation, the company has continually embraced multimedia efforts with the launch of various mobile ap-

HARRISBURG

New turnpike bridges open

Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission Chief Executive Officer Roger Nutt Friday joined state legislators, civic and business leaders in cutting a ceremonial ribbon to formally open new bridges above the Lehigh River and Pohopoco Creek on the Turnpike’s Northeastern Extension, Interstate 476, in Carbon County. The $101.6 million project – located just south of the Mahoning Valley Interchange Nutt – was begun in January 2009. It involved replacement of two bridges with four new spans (northbound and southbound traffic is now carried on separate structures) that together equal about a mile of new bridge. The original Lehigh River and Pohopoco Creek bridges – located two miles north of the Lehigh Tunnel between mileposts 73 and 75 – opened to traffic Nov. 7, 1957.

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Inkin’ the Valley event features body art, sideshow acts

State Rep. Karen Boback, R-Harveys Lake, sponsors annual program at Misericordia University.

SHICKSHINNY

Students to aid cleanup

Students in grades nine through 12 will do outdoor flood cleanup in Shickshinny on Nov. 12, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. or until dark. The volunteers will meet behind the Shickshinny Municipal Building, 35 W. Union St., at 10 a.m. The work will include outdoor cleanup, groundskeeping, clearing debris and other essential manual labor. Volunteers should wear jeans, warm clothing, hiking or work boots and sturdy work gloves. Goggles are recommended. As many volunteers as possible who can come for all or part of the day are needed. They should bring rakes, shovels and brooms, if possible, as well as their own food and water for the day. Contact Shaina Dymond at AmeriCorps*VISTA for additional information at 610-282-1100, ext. 1643 or 570855-9269.

By STEVEN FONDO Times Leader Correspondent

DALLAS TWP. – A lone bagpipe heralded the opening of the Veterans Appreciation Event and Expo on Saturday at Misericordia University’s Lemmond Theater. The annual event is sponsored by state Rep. Karen Boback as part of an ongoing veterans outreach pro“No mat- gram in her district. “Every year I look forter what ward to honoring the branch of men and women who served our nation with service, courage and distinction,” Boback said. this is a “Veterans are a driving day of hon- force behind my legislaor and re- tive activities and are a true inspiration to me.” memBoback, R-Harveys brance.” Lake, said she has Sgt. First Class worked with other offiRobert J. cials on state and federLamanski al levels to provide sup109th Field port for local veterans. Artillery Through her collaborarecruiter tive efforts, the Department of Veterans Affairs mobile veterans center makes a twice-monthly stop in Tunkhannock as well as a monthly visit to Dallas. The all-day program featured a presentation by the Wilkes University ROTC Color Guard and a number of local veterans were honored for their distinguished serSee VETERANS, Page 15A

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Dallas American Legion Post 672 Past Commander Clarence Michael salutes.

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Phoebe Aceto, left, gets a tattoo from Janie Shannon of Pin’d Up Ink of Central New Jersey on Saturday afternoon at the Woodlands Inn.

It’s under their skin By STEVEN FONDO Times Leader Correspondent

PLAINS TWP. – A kaleidoscope of the senses is greeting the crowds at the annual Inkin’ the Valley and Side Show Gathering at the Woodlands Inn this weekend. The event was organized by Hazleton promoter Kim Kossa, daughter of event founder Franco Kossa, who died in March. The festival features tattoo artists from across the country as well as a one-of-a-kind gathering of nationally known sideshow acts who performed before a banner that proudly read, “A Cavalcade of Human Oddities.” That officially is known as the 10th Annual Sideshow Gathering. Tattoo tables were filled with customers in various positions, bending, squatting and sitting as they had arms, legs, heads and torsos creatively inked by the talented artists. “It’s a human freak parade,” said assistant promoter Joe Domkowski of Dallas. “A gathering of freaks, geeks

KINGSTON

Shirt design contest set

Joan Soveroski watches as sideshow entertainer Josh Peters lets a mouse trap snap on his tongue during the Inkin’ the Valley Sideshow Gathering events at the Woodlands Inn on Saturday. The events continue today.

Law firm Fellerman & Ciarimboli, Kingston, is sponsoring a T-shirt design contest for its Safe Prom Pledge program. The contest is open to all high school students in Luzerne and Lackawanna counties, and the winning designer will receive a $500 check, in addition to having his/her design on the 2012 Safe Prom Pledge T-shirts. The Contest Entry Deadline is Dec. 16 and students must follow the rules and criteria listed on Fellerman and Ciarimboli’s website: www.714hurt.com. Designs should be sent to Fellerman & Ciarimboli – Safe Prom Pledge, 183 Market St., Suite 200, Kingston, PA 18704. The winning design will be announced Jan. 15. The Prom Pledge program was instituted last spring by Fellerman & Ciarimboli to promote a safe prom night for area high school students. Students are asked to commit to a night free of drinking and driving by signing the pledge.

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and oddities under one roof.” Domkowski said the tattoo convention is in its 18th year and the promoters expect to attract about 1,500 people this year. “I’m a purveyor of the Variety Arts,”

said Michael Kattner of Hazleton who performs as Professor Fountain. “As an artist, I’m trying to keep the side show tradition alive.” Inkin’ the Valley runs through today in the Woodlands.

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Leader struggles to end deadlock By DEREK GATOPOULOS and DEMETRIS NELLAS Associated Press

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ATHENS, Greece — Greece’s prime minister struggled Saturday to form a temporary coalition government in the near-bankrupt country, extending a political deadlock threatening billions in international rescue funds. In an impassioned plea to parliament late Friday, George Papandreou agreed to step aside as premier if necessary to help hammer out a coalition, offering to include the conservative opposition party — a possibility swiftly rejected by that party’s leader.

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Papandreou said the new government would need four months to secure the new 130 billion euro rescue agreement and demonstrate the country’s commitment to remaining in

the eurozone. “Cooperation is necessary to guarantee — for Greece and for our partners — that we can honor our commitments,” Papandreou said at a meeting Saturday with President Karolos Papoulias, hours after his Socialist govern-

ment narrowly survived a confidence vote. “I am concerned that a lack of cooperation could trouble how our partners see our will and desire to remain in the central core of the European Union and the euro.” But Papandreou’s plea was snubbed by conservative opposition leader Antonis Samaras. “We have not asked for any place in his government. All we want is for Mr. Papandreou to resign, because he has become dangerous for the country,” Samaras said in a televised address. “We insist on immediate elections.”

Samaras was due to meet the president today. Frustrated with Greece’s protracted political disagreements, the country’s creditors have threatened to withhold the next critical 8 billion euro loan installment until the new debt deal is formally approved in Greece. Greece is surviving on a 110 billion euro rescue-loan program from eurozone partners and the International Monetary Fund. It is currently finalizing a second major deal: to receive an additional 130 billion euro in rescue loans and bank support, with banks agreeing to cancel 50 percent of their Greek debt.

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Violence erupted Saturday in the restive Syrian city of Homs, killing at least five people as tank shells slammed into an area that has turned into one of the main centers of both protest and reprisal during the sevenmonth uprising, activists said. Bloodshed linked to the military crackdown on dissent and what appear to be sectarian revenge killings have engulfed Homs in recent weeks, killing scores in the country’s third-largest city. The deaths are adding to fears that a peace plan brokered by the Arab League was unraveling only days after Damascus agreed to a halt. The head of the Arab League warned Saturday that the failure of the plan would have disastrous consequences.

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Benefits ended for most jobless Only 48 percent of unemployed are still receiving benefit checks.

By CHRISTOPHER S. RUGABER AP Economics Writer

WASHINGTON — The jobs crisis has left so many people out of work for so long that most of America’s unemployed are no longer receiving unemployment benefits. Early last year, 75 percent were receiving checks. The figure is now 48 percent — a shift that points to a growing crisis of long-term unemployment. Nearly one-third of

Their options include food stamps or other social programs. Nearly 46 million people received food stamps in August, a record total. That figure could grow as more people lose unemployment benefits. So could the government’s disability rolls. Applications for the disability insurance program have jumped about 50 percent since 2007. “There’s going to be increased hardship,” said Wayne Vroman, an economist at the Urban Institute. The number of unemployed has been roughly stable this

year. Yet the number receiving benefits has plunged 30 percent. Government unemployment benefits weren’t designed to sustain people for long stretches without work. They usually don’t have to. In the recoveries from the previous three recessions, the longest average duration of unemployment was 21 weeks, in July 1983. By contrast, in the wake of the Great Recession, the figure reached 41 weeks in September. That’s the longest on records dating to 1948. The figure is now 39 weeks.

Boomer aging casts light on geriatrics shortage Group says the ratio of geriatricians to those 75 and older will worsen.

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The family of Rod Fiorini, a Fresno Pacific University student killed in a police shooting last year, is suing the makers of the alcoholic energy drink Four Loko. Brett and Pam Fiorini, who live in Bakersfield, Calif., are seeking damages for the wrongful death of their son. The lawsuit was filed this week in Fresno County Superior Court by Fresno, Calif., attorney Bill Schmidt. The lawsuit alleges that Chicagobased Phusion Projects, maker of Four Loko, created a dangerous drink causing Fiorini’s strange and violent behavior that ultimately led to his death. The lawsuit also names City Brewing Company, which bottles Four Loko, Fresno distributor Donaghy Sales and SSS Chevron, the convenience store on Butler Avenue where Fiorini bought Four Loko. Four Loko spokeswoman Caroline Friedman declined Friday to comment on the lawsuit but said the company would "defend all cases in the courts ... and we will do so vigorously."

America’s 14 million unemployed have had no job for a year or more. Congress is expected to decide by year’s end whether to continue providing emergency unemployment benefits for up to 99 weeks in the hardesthit states. If the emergency benefits expire, the proportion of the unemployed receiving aid would fall further. Yet for a growing share of the unemployed, a vote in Congress to extend the benefits to 99 weeks is irrelevant. They’ve had no job for more than 99 weeks. They’re no longer eligible for benefits.

LAGOS, Nigeria — Residents fearfully left their homes Saturday to bury their dead in northeast Nigeria following a series of coordinated attacks that killed at least 67 people and left a new police headquarters in ruins, government offices burned and symbols of state power destroyed. A radical Muslim sect known locally as Boko Haram claimed responsibility for the attacks In Damaturu, in Borno and the capital of Yobe states, with the worst Yobe state, a damage done car bomb in and around exploded the city of Da- Friday aftermaturu. The group al- noon. so promised to continue its bloody sectarian fight against Nigeria’s weak central government, with residents nervously moving through empty streets, waiting for the next attack. “There’s that fear that something might possibly happen again,” Nigerian Red Cross official Ibrahim Bulama said. In Damaturu, the capital of Yobe state, a car bomb exploded Friday afternoon outside a three-story building used as a military office and barracks, killing many uniformed security agents, Bulama said. Gunmen then went through the town, blowing up a bank and attacking at least three police stations and some churches, leaving them in rubble, he said.

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PALATKA, Fla. — A nationwide shortage of geriatricians — doctors who specializes in treating the elderly – is going to get worse as the 70 million members of the baby-boom generation — those now 46 to 65 — reach their senior years over the next few decades. The American Geriatrics So-

ciety says today there’s roughly one geriatrician for every 2,600 people 75 and older. Without a drastic change in the number of doctors choosing the specialty, the ratio is projected to fall to one geriatrician for every 3,800 older Americans by 2030. Though not every senior needs a geriatrician, their training often makes them the best equipped to respond when an older patient has multiple medical problems. But with few doctors drawn to the field and some fleeing it, the disparity between the num-

ber of geriatricians and the population it serves is destined to grow even starker. “We’re an endangered species,” said Dr. Rosanne Leipzig, a renowned geriatrician at Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York. Geriatricians rank among the lowest-paid medical specialties, with a median salary of $183,523 last year, according to the Medical Group Management Association, which tracks physician pay. That sounds like a lot, but many other specialties pay two or three times more.

Dr. Brian Kiedrowski, right, walks his patient Victoria Cohen, 100, in Miami. The baby boomers entrance into old age is casting light on the drastic shortage of medical professionals trained to treat the elderly.

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NEW YORK — Andy Rooney so dreaded the day he had to end his signature “60 Minutes” commentaries about life’s large and small absurdities that he kept going until he was 92 years old. Even then, he said he wasn’t retiring. Writers never retire. But his life after the end of “A Few Minutes With Andy Rooney” was short: He died Friday night, according to CBS, only a month after delivering his 1,097th and final televised commentary. Rooney had gone to the hospital for an undisclosed surgery, but major complications developed and he never recovered. “Andy always said he wanted to work until the day he died, and he managed to do it, save

the last few weeks in “I wish I could ney commentary on July 2, 1978. He the hospital,” said his complained about “60 Minutes” col- do this forevpeople who keep league, correspondent er. I can’t, track of how many Steve Kroft. people die in car acRooney talked on though.” “60 Minutes” about Andy Rooney cidents on holiday In his last “60 weekends. In fact, what was in the news, Minutes” essay he said, the Fourth and his opinions occaof July is “one of the sionally got him in safest weekends of trouble. But he was just as likely to discuss the old the year to be going someplace.” More than three decades latclothes in his closet, why air travel had become unpleasant er, he was railing about how unand why banks needed to have pleasant air travel had become. “Let’s make a statement to the important-sounding names. Rooney won one of his four airlines just to get their attenEmmy Awards for a piece on tion,” he said. “We’ll pick a week whether there was a real Mrs. next year and we’ll all agree not Smith who made Mrs. Smith’s to go anywhere for seven days.” “Words cannot adequately exPies. As it turned out, there was press Andy’s contribution to the no Mrs. Smith. Looking for something new to world of journalism and the impunctuate its weekly broadcast, pact he made — as a colleague “60 Minutes” aired its first Roo- and a friend — upon everybody

at CBS,” said Leslie Moonves, CBS Corp. president and CEO. For his final essay, Rooney said that he’d live a life luckier than most. “I wish I could do this forever. I can’t, though,” he said. He said he probably hadn’t said anything on “60 Minutes” that most of his viewers didn’t already know or hadn’t thought. He became such a part of the culture that comic Joe Piscopo satirized Rooney’s squeaky voice with the refrain, “Did you ever wonder ...” Rooney never started any of his essays that way. For many years, “60 Minutes” improbably was the most popular program on television and a dose of Rooney was what people came to expect for a AP FILE PHOTO knowing smile on the night before they had to go back to Andy Rooney tapes his last regular appearance on ‘60 Minutes’ in work. New York on Aug. 23.

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U.S. Catholics prepare for new Mass translation The Rev. Tom Dente, director of the Office of Divine Worship for the Archdiocese of Newark, N.J., appears near a stained glass window at St. Peter the Apostle Roman Catholic Church, in River Edge, N.J., during a training session for priests on the first new translation of the Mass liturgy in four decades.

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most parishioners have adapted. Jeffrey Tucker, a lay musician at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church in Auburn, Ala., said he also had concerns about how the translation was handled. Still, he said he found the new missal “extraordinary.” The text and music are truly integrated for the first time since the changes from the Second Vatican Council, Tucker said. He has been introducing the new text to lay people and church leaders in recent months, and has found the reaction to mostly be, “Oh, wow.”’ “The language is more accurate, but that is the most boring thing you can say about it. The more important thing about the language is that it’s beautiful,” said Tucker who is managing editor of Sacred Music, the journal of the Church Music Association of America. “Hardly anything ever good comes out of a committee. This time it did.” Parishes around the United States have spent the summer trying to prepare church members for what’s ahead. Priests have been discussing the changes in homilies, in notices in parish bulletins, and in workshops and webinars. Many clergy plan to use poster-sized laminated cue cards for parishioners.

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The work took a new direction in 2001, when the Vatican office in charge of worship issued the directive Liturgiam Authenticam, or Authentic Liturgy, which required translations closer to the Latin. The Vatican also appointed another committee, Vox Clara, or Clear Voice, to oversee the English translation, drawing complaints from some clergy and liturgists that the Vatican was controlling what should be a more consultative process. (Cardinal George Pell, the Sydney, Australia, archbishop and chairman of Vox Clara, has called the complaints baseless and ideologically driven.) The Rev. Anthony Ruff, a Benedictine monk and theology professor at St. John’s University in Minnesota, said he was removed last year as head of the music panel of the international translating commission because of criticisms he posted on his blog. In an open letter to U.S. bishops published in the Jesuit magazine America, Ruff cancelled his plans to speak on the text to diocesan priests because, “I cannot promote the new missal translation with integrity.” In South Africa, church officials accidentally introduced much of the new text in parishes ahead of schedule in late 2008, generating similar complaints about ponderous language, although church officials now say

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worship, it’s the church’s official public prayer, but for the individRIVER EDGE, N.J. — Each ual faithful, it’s one of the priSunday for decades, Roman Ca- mary means of their encounter tholic priests have offered the with the Lord.” The biggest challenge will be blessing — “Lord be with you.” And each Sunday, parishioners for priests, who must learn intriwould respond, “And also with cate new speaking parts — often late in their years of seryou.” vice to the church. At Until this month. Come Nov. 27, the re- “We’re tin- an Archdiocese of Nesponse will be, “And with kering with wark training at St. Peter the Apostle Church your spirit.” And so will in River Edge, many begin a small revolution a very inin a tradition-rich faith. timate and clergy had just received a final published copy At the end of the of the Missal, a thick month, parishes in En- personal hardcover bound in glish-speaking countries moment.” red, accompanied by an will begin to use a new Rev. Richard equally dense study translation of the Roman Hilgartner guide. Earlier drafts Missal, the ritual text of Of the U.S. had been available for prayers and instructions Conference of sessions for celebrating Mass. In- Catholic Bishops. orientation that have been ongoing ternational committees for months nationwide. of specialists worked unMany clergy are upset by the der a Vatican directive to hew close to the Latin, sparking often new language, calling it awkward bitter protests by English speak- and hard to understand. The Rev. ers over phrasing and readability. Tom Iwanowski, pastor of St. JoAfter years of revisions negotiat- seph Roman Catholic Church in ed by bishops’ conferences and Oradell and New Milford, N.J., the Holy See, dioceses are pre- turned to the section of the new paring anxious clergy and parish- missal that calls funeral rites, ioners for the rollout, one of the “the fraternal offices of burial.” “How can I say those words? It biggest changes in Catholic wordoesn’t make sense,” said Iwaship in generations. “We’re tinkering with a very in- nowski, who has been a priest for timate and personal moment,” 36 years. “It separates religion said the Rev. Richard Hilgartner, from real life.” In the new translation, in the executive director of the worship office for the U.S. Conference of Nicene Creed, the phrase “one in Catholic Bishops. “It’s public By RACHEL ZOLL AP Religion Writer

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Children’s Service Center hosts children and adoptive parents

W-B event celebrates adoptions By GERI GIBBONS Times Leader Correspondent

WILKES-BARRE – Renee George smiled broadly on Saturday afternoon when she heard the word “Mommy!” spoken by one of her four adopted children. George was participating in an adoption celebration of the Children’s Service Center adoption department, which encompasses the whole spectrum of the process, from pre-adoption to adoption and follow-up with families. The room at the service center on South Franklin Street was filled with the happy faces of children, families and staff members. “Although I’ve only worked for the department for seven months,” said Becky Rupell, CSS staff member, “I am impressed by the spirit in which the adoption work is accomplished.” Carol Ann Leco, clinical director, wholeheartedly agreed with her, stressing the quality of the staff and adoptive families associated with the program. “We are growing rapidly,” said Leco, adding that the CSS adoption program started in 2002 with one employee and now employs five full-time staffers. Marian Kolcun, who heads the Older Child Matching Initiative, or OCMI, also stressed how important successful adoption is to the child, the adoptive family and the community. Kolcun said data show that those children who are successfully adopted tend to improve in regard to school performance, emotional well-being, and long-

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Renee George, left, and daughter, Brianna, Albrightsville, have some fun with Scarlett Sevison, 5 months, of Mountain Top, right, as her mom, Amanda, holds her at the Children’s Service Center Adoption Appreciation Day.

term productivity. Amanda Sevison, also a CSS employee, and head of the Wendy’s Wonderful Kids program, said her job was to place children with special needs. The grant supporting this program is received through the Dave Thomas Foundation and helps to ensure that children who might be difficult to place have additional support in regard to adoption. “Our special-needs program does not simply address children with disabilities,” said Sevison, “but also those who might be older or siblings who wish to remain together.”

Sevison emphasized that members of the adoption staff have different roles in regard to the demographic of children they are supporting, but they all work together as a team. Roberta Daniels was also present to answer questions and support adoptive families. She represented the Statewide Adoption Network. Daniels said the focus of that network is to bring together county agencies and affiliates so that those children who are eligible for adoption can be matched with appropriate families. Daniels said she worked with families in Northeastern Penn-

sylvania and lauded the efforts of affiliates throughout the area, including Children’s Service Center. Stan Dorrance, director of the Adoption Program at CSS, enthusiastically moved through the room greeting attendees. Dorrance expressed great respect and gratitude for adoptive families and those in the process of adoption. Those who are interested in adoption or who have questions about the various programs may contact the department at 825-6425, extension 316, or access the website at www.cscwv.org.

11, in observance of Veterans Day. Yard waste will not be collected this Friday. The last yard waste collection for this year is Friday, Dec. 2.

The Street Department will collect garbage on Election Day, Tuesday.

Day Memorial Service at 12:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 11, at the Luzerne Veteran’s War Memorial Monument at the corner of Bennett and Academy streets.

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Special benefit at Genetti’s aids Sept. flood victims “We reach people through music. This opportunity gives everyWILKES-BARRE – Music and body the chance to come into food were served up Saturday in contact with other Christians. an effort to aid victims of the And even if they’re not Christians,” he said. “It’s just wholeflood of 2011. Making a Difference Minis- some music.” Making a Difference Ministries held a benefit concert at Genetti’s Hotel & Conference Cen- tries is a nonprofit ministry that ter with all proceeds going to the focuses on the needs of the homeSalvation Army of Wilkes-Barre less and those spiritually disand the Wyoming Valley Chapter tressed. Perillo knows how difficult it is of the American Red Cross. All money collected was divid- to be face-to-face with adversity. He and his wife, Gail, had gone ed evenly between the two local causes that have had such a pro- through tough times of their own in dealing with illnesses found effect on the and Steve’s sudden loss lives of those affected “It’s a of employment. But by the September good thing through music and with flood. each other’s support, The idea for the ben- to have they found a way to stay efit concert was spearheaded by Steve Peril- people like the course. Through their comlo, president and co- this that bined efforts they have founder of Making a personally gathered Difference Ministries, do such countless items for flood and Genetti’s owner helpful victims. Gus Genetti. Perillo things.” In addition to the muspoke of the area businessman’s generosity June Littleford sicians and members of Wilkes-Barre the Genetti’s staff who in donating the use of donated their time, more his ballroom for the than 15 local businesses event. contributed. “Gus had a great reGift cards were donatsponse and was happy ed by Grotto Pizza, Price Chopto help out,” he said. In addition to food prepared by per, Kevin’s Restaurant, Stanton the hotel staff, Saturday eve- Lanes, Theo’s Metro, Bo Brothning’s event featured the music of ers, Tommy’s Pizza Corner, national recording artists Water- Country Ski & Sports and PhoesEdge and local quintet Choose nix Rehabilitation. Jack Williams Tire & Auto, Kost Mufflers and This Day. A Christian pop-rock group, McCarthy Tire donated cards WatersEdge features twins Josh- that can be used for automobile ua and Caleb Fritz along with per- repairs, and Rainbow Jewelers even donated a gift card valued at cussionist Emmanuel Graham. Choose This Day formed five $100. And perhaps the item most years ago in Dickson City, and when Perillo asked the band to likely to help a family in need was perform in Wilkes-Barre, the a quartz heater donated by Beigroup didn’t need much time to ter’s Home Center of WilkesBarre. decide. All of the items were raffled off “It took us two seconds,” said singer/keyboard player Sue Yur- to benefit the local charities. “You know it’s going to the canin. “From the time it took to listen to the phone call, we were right people,” said Wilkes-Barre resident June Littleford. in.” “It’s a good thing to have peoPerillo, a singer/songwriter himself, knows what it takes to ple like this that do such helpful things.” reach people through song. By JOSEPH DOLINSKY Times Leader Correspondent

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THE TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com SAMUEL I. SIMON, 88, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away Saturday, November 5, 2011, in WilkesBarre General Hospital. Arrangements are pending from Williams-Hagen Funeral Home Inc., 114 W. Main St., Plymouth. DAVID L. JOHNSON, 58, a Wilkes-Barre resident, died suddenly at his home on Saturday, November 5, 2011. Funeral arrangements will be announced by the H. Merritt Hughes Funeral Home Inc., 451 N. Main St., Wilkes-Barre. OTHA DERRICK GREEN JR., 29, of Wilkes-Barre, died Tuesday, November 1, 2011, in the WilkesBarre General Hospital. Funeral arrangements are pending from the Yeosock Funeral Home, 40 S. Main St., Plains Township. JEAN P. PETERSON, 72, of Colley Street, Lyndwood, Hanover Township, died Saturday, November 5, 2011, in the Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. Funeral arrangements are pending from Kielty-Moran Funeral Home Inc., 87 Washington Ave., Plymouth.

Margaret M. Costello

Joseph Bocolo November 4, 2011 Bocolo, 81, of Pittston, J oseph passed away peacefully Friday,

November 4, 2011, in Wilkes-Barre General Hospital after a 20-year battle with cancer. Born in Pittston, on September 27, 1930, he was a son of the late Frank and Eleanora Cirelli Bocolo. He was a lifetime resident of Pittston. He attended Pittston schools and served in the U.S. Marines. Joseph was a member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, Pittston. He worked for Pagnotti Coal Company for 40 years. His passion was his vegetable and herb garden, specializing in his prize tomatoes. Joseph is survived by his wife of 47 years, Helen Zabroski Bocolo; daughters, Lisa Binner and her husband, Warren “Bud” Binner, Jonestown, and Elaine Reedy and her husband, Brian Reedy, Northampton; grandson, Matthew Joseph Binner; step-granddaughter, Angela Faith Binner; brother, Thomas Bocolo, West Wyoming; sisters, Janet Simonetti and her husband, Peter, Exeter, and Vera Harvat and her husband, Andrew, Philadelphia; and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services and interment, in the West Pittston Cemetery, will be at the convenience of the family. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the Peter J. Adonizio Funeral Home. Online condolences may be made to www.peterjadoniziofuneralhome.com.

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Margaret Klinger

Barbara A. Woss

November 4, 2011

November 3, 2011

argaret Salwoski Klinger, 51, of New Holland, died unexpectedly on Friday, November 4, 2011, in the Ephrata Community Hospital. She is survived by her husband Harry M. Klinger, to whom she was married for 27 years on October 22, 1984, and their daughter Haley. Born in Wilkes-Barre, she was a daughter of the late John and Marie Salwoski. Margaret received her undergraduate and master’s degree in English from West Chester University. She furthered her education with a second master’s degree in Education, and a Principal’s Certification from Cabrini College. Currently, she was the Gifted Program Coordinator for the Downingtown Area School District. One of her greatest joys in life was the adoption of her daughter, Haley, and supporting her involvement in sports and other activities. In addition to her husband and daughter, she is survived by sister, Suzanne and her husband, Dan Kwiatkowski, Wilkes-Barre, and

arbara A. Woss, age 59, of Hanover Township, passed away Thursday, November 3, 2011, surrounded by her

their three sons. Her funeral will be held at 6 p.m. Wednesday in the Mamary-Durkin Funeral Home, 59 Parrish St., Wilkes-Barre. The family will receive friends from 4 to 6 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution to Adoptions from the Heart, 30-31 Hampstead Circle, Wynnewood, PA 19096, or the American Cancer Society, 314 Good Dr., Lancaster, PA 17603.

Helen Zekonis November 4, 2011

November 1, 2011 argaret M. “Peg” Costello, 96, passed away peacefully Tuesday, November 1, 2011, in the United Methodist Homes, Wesley Village Campus, Jenkins Township, where she had been a resident for eight years. Born in Pittston on September 11, 1915, she was a daughter of the late Michael and Margaret Hopkins Kelly. Peg was a graduate of Jenkins Township High School and East Stroudsburg College. Later in life she earned a bachelor’s degree from College Misericordia, Dallas. She was a retired elementary teacher having taught in the Jenkins Township School and Garfield School for many years. Mrs. Costello lovingly and passionately taught Kindergarten and third grade. Many of her former students returned their respect and affection for Mrs. Costello during their years as her caretakers at Wesley Village. Peg was a member of St. John the Evangelist Church and the Jacquelines Association. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold Costello; son Michael Costello; daughter-in-law, Debbie D. Costello; great-granddaughter, Sage Corrina Pollard; sister, Frances Glenn; and brother, Leo Kelly. Surviving are sons Harry Costello, Tampa, Fla., and Joe Costello, Pittston; daughter, Margie Pollard, West Grove; eight grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and two nephews. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Saturday, November 19, in the St. John the Evangelist Church, Pittston. Interment will be held in St. John the Evangelist Cemetery, Pittston. Memorial donations may be made to Compassionate Care, 960 N. Main Ave., Scranton, PA 18508. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the Peter J. Adonizio Funeral Home. Online condolences may be made to www.peterjadoniziofuneralhome.com.

elen Zekonis, age 95, of Hanover Township, passed away on Friday, November 4, 2011, at Birchwood Nursing Center, Nanticoke. Born January 18, 1916, she was a daughter of the late George and Stella Fera. Helen attended Plymouth schools and worked in the garment industry. She was a member of the International Ladies Garment Workers Union and a member of St. Casimir’s Church, Lyndwood, Hanover Township. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Joseph Urban; second husband, Walter Zekonis; daughter, Mary Turchanik; son George Urban; brothers, John and Mike Fera; sisters Mary Czap and Ella Wichorek. Surviving are her son Joseph Urban and his wife, Marilyn; son-inlaw, Henry Turchanik, and his wife, Margaret; grandchildren, Cheryl Jacobson and her husband, David, Carlsbad, Calif., Jon Urban and his wife, Amber, West Wyoming; Dr. Joseph Urban and his wife, Sheila, Las Vegas, Nev.; Janel Ashburn and her husband, Dr. Doyle Ashburn, Selins-

grove; Tanya Turchanik, Nanticoke, and Henry Turchanik, Hanover Township; great-grandchildren, Lauren and Ashley Jacobson; Joshua, Jacob, Grant and Tyler Urban; Jett and Caleb Ashburn; sister Olga Landisi, Plymouth. The funeral will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday in the S.J. Grontkowski Funeral Home, 530 W. Main St., Plymouth, with Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. in St. Robert Bellarmine Parish, at St. Aloysius Church, Wilkes-Barre. Interment will immediately follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery Hanover Township. Friends may call from 10 a.m. until funeral services Tuesday morning. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made, to two of Helen’s favorite charities, Ashburn’s Animals on a Mission, 291 Scrubby Hill Road, Selinsgrove, PA 17870, or the Luzerne County ASPCA, 524 E. Main St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702. Please visit www.sjgrontkowskifuneralhome.com for directions or to submit online condolences to Helen’s family.

Wesley Pokrinchak

loving family. Born August 31, 1952, in Nanticoke and raised in Shickshinny. She was a daughter of the late Emerson and Margaret Shiner Honse. She was a graduate of Northwest High School, and was formerly employed by the Department of Social Security Administration in Wilkes-Barre. Barbara had numerous poems published in the National Library of Poetry. She was an avid writer and a member of many national poetry groups. She loved spending time with her daughters, Stacey and LeeAnn, and her family. She enjoyed reading and writing, cooking and traveling. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her hus-

band, Michael; and daughter, Stacey Marie. Surviving her are daughter, LeeAnn Woss, Boston, Mass.; sisters, Kathleen Klientop, Oregon; Eileen Orr and her husband, John, Millersburg; Rose High and her husband, John, Lancaster; Sandra Ridgeway, Georgia, and Brenda Titus and her husband, Ronald, Shickshinny; and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and greatnephews. The funeral will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday in the S.J. Grontkowski Funeral Home, 530 W. Main St., Plymouth, followed by Divine Liturgy at 11 a.m. in Ss. Peter and Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church, Plymouth. Interment will immediately follow in the parish cemetery; Plymouth Township. Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday evening. Parastas service will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday evening, with the Rev. Roman Petryshak, pastor officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions, if desired, may be made to Barbara’s daughter, LeeAnn Woss.

Daniel A. DeRoberto Sr. November 4, 2011 A. DeRoberto Sr., 72, of D aniel Exeter, passed away Friday, No-

vember 4, 2011, in Hospice Community Care at Geisinger South WilkesBarre. Born in Exeter on August 12, 1939, he was a son of the late Daniel and Jean Marie Martini DeRoberto. He was a graduate of Exeter High School, and served in the U.S. Air Force. Daniel was a member of St. Barbara’s Parish-St. Anthony of Padua Church, Exeter, a lifetime member of Exeter Hose Company No. 1, and a member of Exeter Borough Council for 26 years. He also held a seat on the Wyoming Valley Sanitary Authority. He was a member of Emanon Country Club, former member of the Exeter Lions Club; founding member of Exeter Panthers Junior Football where he was president for 19 years. Daniel was also a part-time police officer for Exeter Borough for 15 years. Prior to his retirement, he was employed by Suburban Propane in Pittston, as a bulk tank truck driver. In addition to his parents, Daniel was preceded in death by his brother, Thomas DeRoberto. Surviving him are his wife of 49 years, Betty Ann Petrillo DeRober-

to; son, Daniel A. DeRoberto Jr., and his wife, Sharon, Tunkhannock; daughters, Joy DeRoberto, WilkesBarre, and Maura Colella and her husband, James J., Exeter; grandchildren, Nicholas and Jacob DeRoberto, and Gianna Colella; sisters, Joan Szura and her husband, Joseph, Wyoming; Rita Coloando and her husband, Larry, Wyoming; sister-in-law, Marianne DeRoberto, Exeter; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. The family would like to thank the staff at Hospice Community Care at Geisinger South WilkesBarre for their exceptional care they provided to Danny. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday in St. Barbara’s Parish at St. Anthony of Padua Church, Exeter. The family will receive friends and relatives from 8:30 a.m. until the time of Mass. Interment will be at the convenience of the family. Memorial donations may be made to Hospice Community Care at Geisinger South Wilkes-Barre. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the Peter J. Adonizio Funeral Home. Online condolences may be made to www.peterjadoniziofuneralhome.com.

October 30, 2011 esley Pokrinchak, 92, of Milford, passed away on Sunday, W October 30, 2011, in Griffin Hospi-

tal, Derby. Mr. Pokrinchak, a World War II veteran of the U.S. Army, was born in Plymouth, to the late George and Katie (Zbor) Pokrinchak, and has been a longtime area resident. He was a retired lead man for Raybestos, and was an avid hunter and fisherman, a member of the D.A.V. Chapter 15, Milford, and also a certified coal miner. He was the widower of Mary Pellitier Pokrinchak. In addition to his parents, and beloved wife, he was preceded by a daughter, Patricia Warner Survivors, include his children, Wesley Pokrinchak Jr., Ronald Pok-

rinchak, Marie Lee and Constant Good, all of Pennsylvania; two stepdaughters, Jean Roche, Pennsylvania, and Joan Abate, Orange, Conn.; several grandchildren, and greatgrandchildren. Funeral services will take place at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday in the Adzima Funeral Home, 50 Paradise Green Place, Stratford, Conn.. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday in St. Mary’s Church, Milford, Conn. Interment with full military honors will be in St. John’s Cemetery, Stratford, Conn. Friends may call from 4 to 6 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. For more information or to make an online condolence, please visit www.adzimafuneralhome.com

FUNERALS DENNIS – Andrew, funeral 10 a.m. Monday in the Yeosock Funeral Home, 40 S. Main St, Plains Township. Friends may call 5 to 7 pm today. Parastas 5 p.m. today. FISHER- Tom Sr., funeral 11 a.m. Monday in the Williams-Hagen Funeral Home Inc., 114 W. Main St., Plymouth. Family will receive family and friends 5 to 8 p.m. today in the funeral home. FLORIO – Harriet, funeral 10:30 a.m. Tuesday in the Corcoran Funeral Home Inc., 20 S. Main St., Plains Township. Friends may call 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. INGLIS – Marie, funeral 10:30 a.m. Monday in the E. Blake Collins Funeral Home, 159 George Ave., Wilkes-Barre. Friends may call 2 to 5 p.m. today in the funeral home. KOPACZ – Lucy, funeral 9 a.m. Tuesday in the S.J. Grontkowski Funeral Home, 530 W. Main St., Plymouth. Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in St. Robert Bellarmine Parish at St. Aloysius Church, Wilkes-Barre. Friends may call 5 to 8 p.m. Monday. MARCIN – Joseph, funeral 9:30 a.m. Monday in the Bednarski Funeral Home, 168 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming. Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in the Holy Trinity Church, Swoyersville. Friends may call 6 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home. OLEXY – Adam Jr., funeral 8 p.m. Monday in the Williams-Hagen Funeral Home, 114 W. Main St., Plymouth. Friends may call 5 p.m. until the time of service. PIZANO – Jo-Ann, viewing 9 to 10 a.m. Monday at St. Anthony’s Church with Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. REILLY – Cody, celebration of life 7 p.m. Monday in McLaughlin’s, 142

S. Washington St., Wilkes-Barre. Visitation 6 to 7 p.m. Monday at McLaughlin’s. ROCK – Ellen, funeral 5 p.m. today in the Metcalfe and Shaver Funeral Home Inc., 504 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming. Friends may call 2 p.m. until the time of service today. ROWLES – Robert, funeral 10 a.m. Monday in the George A. Strish Inc. Funeral Home, 105 N. Main St., Ashley. Family and friends may call 5 to 8 p.m. today and 9 a.m. until time of service 10 a.m. Monday. SAKSA-SCHINGLER – Shawna, memorial service 10 a.m. today in Calvary Chapel, 2591 SR 903, Albrightsville. SANDS – Raymond, funeral 4 p.m. Sunday in the Sheldon-Kukuchka Funeral Home Inc., 73 W. Tioga St., Tunkhannock. Friends may call 2 p.m. until the time of service at the funeral home. SHAVER – Ann, funeral 9 a.m. Monday in the E. Blake Collins Funeral Home, 159 George Ave., Wilkes-Barre. Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in St. Benedict’s Church, Austin Avenue, Wilkes-Barre. Friends may call 5 to 8 p.m. today. URBAN – Algard, Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. Monday in the Holy Family Parish, Luzerne. There will be no calling hours. VOLAK – Ann Marie, funeral 10:30 a.m. Monday in the LehmanGregory Funeral Home Inc., 281 Chapel St., Swoyersville. Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. in Holy Name/ St. Mary’s Church Shoemaker St., Swoyersville. Family and friends may call 9 a.m. until time of service Monday in the funeral home. WALSH – Claire, graveside service noon Monday at Hain’s Church Cemetery, Wernersville.

Daniel M. Walsh May 6, 2011 aniel M. Walsh, formerly of ExeD ter, and most recently of Osaka, Japan, died Friday, May 6, 2011, in

Osakasayana City, Osaka, Japan, after a brief illness. He was the son of the late Daniel J. and Mary Kress Walsh. Daniel was a 1966 graduate of University of Hawaii, and in 1978 earned a master’s degree from the University of British Columbia. He taught English in Canada then moved on and taught in Japan. He retired in 2007 after teaching for over 20 years at Hagoromo University of International studies in Japan. He was very passionate in his causes and worked very closely in Japan with Amnesty International. He was preceded in death by his brother Richard J. Walsh in 1986.

POLICE BLOTTER HAZLE TWP. – A Hazle Township man was killed early Saturday morning in a motorcycle crash on state Route 309. State police at Hazleton said Steven M. Bognar, 26, operator of a 2003 Harley-Davidson, was southbound when he failed to negotiate a left-hand curve and traveled off the right side of the roadway, through a grassy area and into a brick business sign

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Daniel is survived by nieces, Megan Walsh and her fiancé, Zigmund Januszewski, Mountain Top, and Maura Walsh-Conklin and her husband, Jamie, Plains Township; nephew, Daniel Walsh, Pittston; and sister-in-law, Jane Walsh Waitkus, Mountain Top; and several greatnieces and nephews, many cousins and close friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Mass to be held at 9:30 a.m. Thursday in St. Anthony of Padua Church (St. Barbara Parish), Memorial St., Exeter. Interment will be in St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Cedar Street, Exeter. Arrangement have been entrusted to Gubbiotti Funeral Home, 1030 Wyoming Ave., Exeter. .

approximately 200 feet north of Hollywood Boulevard. Bognar was pronounced dead at the scene by the Luzerne County Coroner’s Office. State police said they believe the crash occurred sometime in early morning hours Friday into Saturday and are seeking witnesses who might have scene the crash. Anyone with information about the crash should contact state police. WILKES-BARRE – WilkesBarre police reported the following: •Euro Tech, 131 Wood St., said Saturday two Pennsylvania vehicle inspection stickers were found missing from the business. • Linda Robinson of Kingston reported at police headquarters at 6:09 a.m. Saturday she had been assaulted by a man in the Sherman Hills apartment complex. According to police, Robinson said she went to the apartment complex with her stepson to purchase marijuana and she was assaulted outside her vehicle by

AIDS quilt takes form locally at Red Cross

Coalition stitches together panels of fabric representing loved ones who have died. By CAMILLE FIOTI Times Leader Correspondent

WILKES-BARRE – Maria Rosado’s eyes welled up as she recalled the lives of family members who died of AIDS complications. “It makes me sad, but I’m payingtributetothem,andIfeelgood about that,” she said Saturday as she walked around the local AIDS Memorial Quilt at the Wyoming Valley Chapter of the American Red Cross. Rosado, of Kingston, along with other members of the Northeastern Regional HIV Planning Coalition, stitched together eight, 3-foot-by-6-foot. panels of fabric to form a 12-foot-square block. Each panel represents a loved one who has died from The Names the disease. Project AIDS When finished, the quilt Memorial will be connect- Quilt is the ed to other AIDS largest comMemorial munity art Quilts from the Atlanta area and project in the be displayed at world. Luzerne County Community College on Dec. 1-3. Rosado’s husband, Manuel, a Vietnam veteran, died of AIDS in 1995. In the center of the panel is a photograph of Manuel in his Army uniform. Her brother, Rafael Mercado, cousins Evelyn, Freddy and Ramon Mercado, as well as friend Jack Vega, all have panels commemorating their lives. Founded in 1987, The Names Project AIDS Memorial Quilt is the largest community art project in the world. The quilt celebrates lives of people who died of AIDSrelated causes. Currently, the quilt is1,293,300 square feet, weighs more than 54 tons, and contains more than 91,000 names. To see the entire quilt while viewing each panel for one minute would take over 33 days, according to the AIDS Memorial Quilt website. “I feel so good about this project,” said Rosado. Although she hopes the quilt will someday join together with the main quilt which travels around the world, she hopes to keep it local for a while. “I put a lot of love and effort into this,” she said. “I want everybody to see it and feel it.” an unknown male as she was trying to purchase the drug. Police said Robinson suffered injuries to her face and head. She was taken to a hospital for medical treatment. Police said Robinson’s nephew was also cited with public drunkenness. • Police cited Joseph Austra of Larksville with public drunkenness at 6:10 a.m. Saturday at police headquarters. Police said Austra and a woman came to the police station to report that the woman had been assaulted in Sherman Hills. Police said both were intoxicated and that Austra became belligerent and combative with police while medics were treating the woman for injuries. • Police said Kayleigh Saltry, 22, of Scranton, was arrested on evidence of driving under the influence and will be charged with DUI after a motor vehicle crash at the corner of Kidder Street and Scott Street at 2:18 a.m. Saturday.

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ing issues” where their stances significantly differ, said Wilkes University political science professor Tom Baldino. Sosar expects some voters to arrive at the polls carrying a list of candidates they’re going to choose based on their own research or recommendations from endorsements. Keystone College associate professor of political science Jeff Brauer, Baldino and Sosar all expect a significant number of voters to pick one or a few candidates instead of all 11. There were about 203,600 “under votes” in the Democratic county council race and 127,900 on the Republican side in the May primaries. County Election Bureau Director Leonard Piazza said an under vote is tallied when voters don’t select the full number of allowable candidates in a race. For example, 10 under votes are recorded if someone chose only one candidate in the county council race. While some voters may not have the time or interest to research their picks for all 11 seats, some take the advice of candidates who may encourage voters to “bullet vote” them and no others. Baldino illustrated the power of this technique by describing a voter who strongly supports four candidates. “By giving a vote to only those four, you’re increasing the likelihood that those four will win by not casting votes for others who could beat those four that you want,” Baldino said. Some straight-party voting is also expected by all three analysts – an option that was not available in the May primaries. There are 188,591 people registered to vote in the county – 109,478 Democrats, 61,809 Republicans and 17,304 Independent and third-party. Piazza said turnout will be about 35 percent based on past municipal general elections, though guessing is “putting your finger in the wind” because local races could generate more interest. Brauer said “hardcore” voters will show up, and many of them “have no problem” pushing the straight-party button. Thoughtheydon’tcondoneit, the analysts expect some voters to show up and randomly pick candidates without research. This is more likely with the electronic voting machines because voters must view the screen of council candidates to advance to the next page of the ballot and eventually cast a vote, Sosar said. Baldinoexpectsclosemargins separating winners, particularly in the last few council slots. The top six vote-getters will serve for four years, while the remaining five will have two-year terms. With a voter turnout of 35 percent to 40 percent, a candidate could land a seat with as few as 5,000 votes, he said. He doesn’t rule out a victory by one or more Independents and third-parties. “Anything is possible in a multi-seat race like this,” Baldino said.

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James, Ryder rock back to the ’60s Two show they still have what it takes to rock ’n’roll with hit-filled show at the Kirby.

man one-third his age and wowed the crowd with his soulful renditions of the hits that made him famous, starting off with “Little Latin Lupe Lu,” folR E V I E W lowed quickly by “Sock It To MeBaby!” By BRAD PATTON Ryder displayed an easygoing bpatton@timesleader.com repartee with the crowd throughWILKES-BARRE – The spirit out his set, telling stories about of the 1960s filled the F.M. Kirby the good old days, like hanging Center for the Performing Arts out with Jimi Hendrix on off on Saturday as two of that dec- nights in New York City and playing drums one ade’s biggest hit makevening with Otis ers banded together Tommy James headRedding. for more than two lined the show with “For those of hours of solid-gold his arsenal of hits. you old enough to rock ’n’ roll. remember, you can Tommy James, see I am not the who first came to whirling dervish I prominence with his group the Shondells in 1966, once was,” he joked, referring to headlined the show with his arse- his new titanium hips. But his nal of hits. Fellow Michigan rock- voice has held up nicely, as evier Mitch Ryder, the former lead- denced by his still highly enerer of the Detroit Wheels who getic versions of “Jenny Take a first hit the charts in 1965, Ride” and his signature song opened with an equally impres- “Devil with the Blue Dress On/ sive, powerful hour of his own. Good Golly, Miss Molly.” Other highlights included his Ryder, now 66, still wails like a

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Low counts in Hazleton In Hazleton Area, the opposite seemed to happen. The district – Luzerne County’s largest – officially reported only three incidents of fighting in 2006-07; in 2010-11, it was 30. Upon hearing the numbers, Acting Superintendent Francis X. Antonelli voiced surprise – at the low number from five years ago. In a district that had 10,000 students at the time, such a low count seemed improbable. Antonelli speculated – as did Pittston Area Superintendent George Cosgrove – that changes in how the data were reported and compiled may have led to such big discrepancies. The state switched to a webbased filing system in the last few years, mandating that all districts adopt a digital “Personal Information Management System,” or PIMS, for student data. Teachers and administrators now file much information electronically that previously went on paper. Bilbow noted this increases the odds that information will go from teacher to state without being reviewed by administrators.

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vice at a pinning ceremony. Informational booths sponsored by such groups as the Veterans of Foreign Wars, the Luzerne County Department of Veterans and PA Career Link lined the hallways of Misericordia’s Walsh Hall. A keynote address was delivered by Sgt. First Class Robert J. Lamanski, recruiter for the 109th Field Artillery, Pennsylvania Army National Guard in WilkesBarre. “Veterans Day is a time of re-

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the 2010-11 discipline reports and determined about two-thirds of those 28 “fights” were misclassified.

“stunned” when he heard those numbers. Not because there was so much fighting going on in his school, but because there wasn’t. “It’s not possible,” Bilbow said, noting the school typically sees about a half dozen fights in a year. After researching the issue, Bilbow said the error appeared to be one of misclassification. Arguments had been entered as “fights” when data was sent to the state. “I’ll give you a perfect example,” Bilbow said Friday, citing a discipline report filed that day by a teacher as a “fight.” The report said two boys “were arguing in class and it almost became physical.” The teacher filed the report electronically through a computer system called Skyward. Those numbers are then forwarded to the state to be compiled into the School Safety Report. If the building administration doesn’t review the data and change the classification to something more accurate – “minor altercation” or “disorderly conduct,” say – it will end up in the final state report as a fight. Bilbow said his staff reviewed

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Tell.” James, now 64 and still sporting shoulder-length hair, then treated the small but appreciative crowd to hit after hit, starting off with his big solo tune

“Draggin’ The Line,” followed quickly by “Crystal Blue Persuasion.” Early highlights included “Gettin’ Together,” “Tighter and Tighter,” the song he wrote for Alive and Kicking, and a goosebump inducing version of “Crimson and Clover,” which brought the crowd to its feet. He then followed up with highenergy performances of his first hit, “Hanky Panky,” “I Think We’re Alone Now” and “Mony, Mony.” After a short exit, he came back on stage with “Sweet Cherry Wine.” The next concert at the Kirby Center is “Joe Nardone’s Doo Wop, Volume 3” on Friday featuring Jay Siegal & The Tokens, The Dubs, La La Brooks, Larry Chance & The Earls and Kenny Vance & The Planotones. The show was originally scheduled for Sept. 11 but postponed due to the September flooding; tickets for the original date will be honored.

Ups and downs of school safety State data for Luzerne County’s 11 school districts shows reported incidents in some categories declined while others rose in the last five years. Antonelli

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The state also expanded the types of incidents in the reports, adding nuance with categories such as “minor altercation” and “open lewdness.” In all, there were 43 types of incidents listed in the 2007-08 reports; in 2010-11, there were 51. Still, administrators – particularly in the largest local districts, such as Hazleton Area and Wilkes-Barre Area – acknowledge the difficulty in maintaining order as their student populations become more diverse. Both districts have security directors and place resource officers – police – in their high schools. Antonelli said Hazleton Area has an agreement with state police that puts a trooper on the campus housing the high school, ninth-grade center and career and technology center – three buildings that contain nearly 3,500 students. “That’s more than many small, liberal arts college campuses,” he noted. The district has a second retired police officer hired full time

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Jeff Namey said that might be one reason the district has not seen a spike in fighting incidents. There were five reported incidents in 2006-07 and 13 in 201011. “We have some issues, especially now with the diversity of students. Sometimes groups go Police in W-B Area after one another. We’re dealing Wilkes-Barre Area also has full- with that,” Namey said. “I really time police officers in its three believe having officers in the high schools. Superintendent three high schools helps.”

as a resource officer with full arrest powers, and an unarmed security force of 20. If the increases in fighting reported in state data are accurate, “we have measures in place to deal with them appropriately and promptly,” Antonelli said.

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other bump in unemployment, rising gas and commodity prices, and low consumer confidence,” said Bonnie Riggs, restaurant industry analyst for The NPD Group. “The confidence they had in the latter part of last year and the beginning of this year was eroded by bad economic news.” But even with the high unemployment rate locally, Macario soldiers on, doing some of the cooking, cleaning, bartending and waiting. She said the restaurant business is not for the faint of heart and has only gotten worse in recent years. “It’s very hard. The competition is great,” Macario said. Macario said the business’ home-cooked meals based on family recipes, long standing in the community and word of mouth advertising have kept it afloat. “There’s no frills,” she said. Labor and loyalty Linda Prutzman and her husband, Wayne, purchased Dukey’s Café on North Pennsylvania Avenue in Wilkes-Barre in 2001. She said the restaurant, which was opened by Pete and Stella Tirpak five decades ago, seemed like a great opportunity for the couple who each had a background in the business. They operated the Cross Valley Restaurant in Plains Township for years. Linda Prutzman said she has learned over the years that in addition to great food, competitive prices and a friendly staff, the way to keep customers coming back is creating an atmosphere in which they feel like they’re family. “It’s all about loyalty,” Prutzman said. “That’s how small businesses survive.” But she said competing with chain restaurants is getting tougher and tougher. “The chains absolutely hurt because they can do a lot of advertising,” Prutzman said. While chain restaurants blitz the television and radio airwaves with their latest specials, such as all-you-can-eat shrimp, neverending pasta and two-can-eat-for$20 deals, smaller independently owned family eateries survive by other means. With not-so-deep pockets, they use word-of-mouth advertising, rely on the next generation of longtime customers to keep visiting for that once a week meal and the “we know your name” environment that makes all feel welcome. “We try to go out of our way to compete in this economy,” Prutzman said. While she has seen a drop in business the past few years, she said loyal customers are still patronizing Dukey’s – maybe just not as frequently as they used to. Other local eateries have also been able to survive for years with the same recipe of good food, good portions and regular customers. “You come in here on a Saturday night and it’s the same people sitting at the same table eating the same thing,” said Jessica King, whose great-grandparents established Andy Perugino’s restaurant in Luzerne more than 70 years ago.

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Customers enjoy eating in the dining room at Dukey’s restaurant and bar in Wilkes-Barre, one of the area’s local landmark family-run eateries. The smaller local businesses have been struggling with a slow economy as well as competition from the big chains.

She said the region’s neighborhood dining spots have succeeded for so long because of loyalty. She said 75 to 80 percent of Perugino’s diners are regulars, and while some eateries, including the chains, have reported slumping sales in recent years, Perugino’s has bucked that trend. King said a new emphasis on advertising is likely the reason. She said her late father, Ronald Reilly Sr., was “old school.” “He always believed in word of mouth, word of mouth,” King said. But recently, the restaurant started advertising to try to attract “a younger crowd,” King said, adding that it has worked. Busy enough now Jim Schonfeld, on the other hand, has stopped advertising for his restaurant, Marty’s Blue Room in Newport Township. At age 55, and consistently working 12 hours a day or longer, Schonfeld said, “I don’t want to be any busier.” For 28 years he has been making homemade soup and sausage, cutting his own beef into steaks and making sure customers walk out stuffed and satisfied. He said the chain restaurants have some good qualities, but for the most part they’re a lot of “glitz and glamour.” But they have corporate backing, national advertising campaigns and the ability to have a presence across the nation so people moving or visiting often tend to eat at a familiar place. But, he said, for those who know, the family-run restaurant is the place to eat. Marilyn and John Corcoran, of Plains Township, have been eating at Dominick’s Café in the township’s Hudson section for 40 years. “It’s like going to Cheers,” Marilyn said. Her husband said “everybody in there makes you feel like family. You’re always welcomed.” Macario and Prutzman said smaller restaurants trying to start up today have myriad challenges, and though they wish new restaurant owners well, they say too often those entrepreneurs

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have no idea what they’re getting themselves into. “They think we’re a mint,” Prutzman said. But most restaurants aren’t profitable at first and even after establishing their brand, it’s no gold mine. Macario said if someone were to ask her for guidance about starting a new restaurant, “I’d tell them they’re crazy.” Prutzman said the same. And while she wishes she didn’t have to offer that negative advice, that’s just the reality of things. “We’re a dying breed,” Prutzman said. In recent years, other familyrun eateries in Luzerne County that have closed include Lowe’s in Wilkes-Barre, Benny’s in Ashley, Byorek’s Knotty Pine Restaurant in Hazle Township, Hart Restaurant in Wilkes-Barre, and the Mark II, which had locations in DON CAREY/THE TIMES LEADER Wilkes-Barre, Dallas Township, Wilkes-Barre Township and Ed- Linda and Wayne Prutzman are seen in Dukey’s, their restaurant and bar in Wilkes-Barre. Regular, wardsville. longtime customers in the area still seek out places such as Dukey’s.

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Decision Day for the future of our county TUESDAY IS Decision Day. In less than 48 hours polls will open throughout Luzerne County to document the arrival of a new county government promising professionalism, integrity and competence. As you make your way to the polling place, feel the pride and relish the moment as you approach the computer that will tally your vote in support of a new beginning for Luzerne County. After all, it was your persistence that imposed an expiration date on the government that is, the county commissioners that are, and led to the ratification of a new constitution for the people of Luzerne County, “laying its foundation on such principles and organizing its powers in such form,” as to seem most likely to affect the safety and happiness of generations to come. It was at the May primaries in 2009 that 77 percent of voters created a government study commission, selected 11 residents to fill it and empowered them to study county government, ultimately recommending its alteration or elimination. Last fall, voters chose its termination and adopted the new county constitution drafted and recommended by its Government Study Commission. You undertook an arduous journey toward reform. It has been a three-year quest that has brought this large swath of Northeastern Pennsylvania to an exciting moment and to the brink of new government. It has not been easy, but commencement is at hand. On Tuesday you will finally select the 11 individuals who will become members of Luzerne County’s pivotal county council. The county’s new constitution spells out clearly and in great detail the significant power this council will wield. The county council will exercise all legislative power to approve ordinances, resolutions, make appropriations and adopt general fund budgets, the capital budget and “other required budgets and long-range operational, fiscal and capital plans.” The county council also will make the appointments to county authorities, boards and commissions. Most important, the council members will “appoint a county manager who shall serve as the head of the executive branch of government” and be responsible for supervising and directing the administration of all county operations and “the internal organization of all divisions, departments, bureaus, offices, agencies, boards, commissions, and other administrative units of the county government.” These enormous and daunting responsibilities make your votes for county council the most critical you will cast on Tuesday. Choose carefully, lest the long road to reform lead, once again, to the familiar drainage ditch of mismanagement, incompetence and debt. In this most important matter, to restore people’s confidence in their government, promote fiscal integrity and lead Northeastern Pennsylvania to a hopeful and prosperous future, “In the Arena” enthusiastically endorsed the following candidates for Luzerne County Council: Rick Morelli John Ruckno Harry Haas Eugene Kelleher Jim Bobeck Edd Brominski Jane Walsh-Waitkus Elaine Maddon Curry Tim Mullen Jere Packard Rick Williams Finally, the race for county council has overshadowed the ongoing judicial contest, primarily because attorneys Lesa Gelb, Michael Vough, Fred Pierantoni, Jennifer Rogers and Joseph Sklarosky Jr. already captured both nominations in the primaries. That makes them prohibitive favorites to win five of the six available seats on the bench. The sixth open seat should go to Richard Hughes. Hughes, a veteran attorney and skilled prosecutor, is thought to be the most qualified judicial candidate in years. He too deserves your support. Feel free to clip this column and take these names to the polls. Tuesday is Decision Day. VOTE. Kevin Blaum’s column on government, life and politics appears every Sunday. Contact him at kblaum@timesleader.com.

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ILKES-BARRE — The field of candidates for Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas judge began earlier this year with 16 candidates. After a fairly friendly election and campaign season, the number was cut down by voters to seven candidates vying for six open seats on the county bench.

With the bench clouded by judicial corruption, distrust and uncertainty, the six new judges elected on Nov. 8 will round out a full complement of 10 judges to serve the citizens of Luzerne County. Those seven candidates include three assistant district attorneys, an assistant public defender and a 20-year magisterial district judge. Lesa Gelb, of Laflin, is a private practice attorney who handles complex civil cases, ranging from motor vehicle accidents to workers compensation claims. Gelb says she has experience in both criminal and civil work, and has been active in the local political scene, having volunteered time with the League of Women Voters and Luzerne County Democratic Executive Committee. Joseph Sklarosky Jr., of Mountain Top, is a Luzerne County Assistant Public Defender with a private practice and 17 years of legal experience. Sklarosky says he has tried dozens of jury trials and participated in thousands of court proceedings as a defense attorney and several aspects of civil cases, including wills and protection-from-abuse cases. He ran for judge in 2009. Molly Hanlon Mirabito, of Forty Fort, is an assistant district attorney with a private practice and 24 years of experience. Mirabito says she has prosecuted criminals and worked with victims and their families, and has maintained her private practice, handling a number of civil matters. Mirabito has been an instructor at Luzerne County Community College and King’s College. She ran for judge in 2009. Fred Pierantoni, of Dupont, is a 20-year district judge and limited private practice attorney. Pierantoni says he has presided over 70,000 cases, many of them civil, and has handled civil matters in his 28 years of practicing law. Pierantoni says he was appointed by the state Supreme Court to the Committee on Race and Gender Bias and chairman of the Supreme Court Minor Rules Committee. Jennifer Rogers, of Harveys Lake, is a private attorney who has previously worked as a part-time soSee JUDGES, Page 10B

WITH THE BENCH CLOUDED BY JUDICIAL CORRUPTION, DISTRUST AND UNCERTAINTY, THE SIX NEW JUDGES ELECTED ON NOV. 8 WILL ROUND OUT A FULL COMPLEMENT OF 10 JUDGES TO SERVE THE CITIZENS OF LUZERNE COUNTY.

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Historic race sees two women running for DA By SHEENA DELAZIO sdelazio@timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE — For the first time in Luzerne County history, two women are vying for the spot of top prosecutor in the county. Incumbent Jackie Musto Carroll, a Democrat, faces Republican challenger Stefanie Salavantis for Luzerne County District Attorney in the Nov. 8 election. Musto Carroll, 50, has served in the position for the past four years as the first woman in the county to do so.

She touts her 26 years as an attorney and more than 20 as a prosecutor, and the number of different programs and initiatives she has brought to the office over those four years. Salavantis, 29, graduated from law school in 2009, and has been working for an insurance defense firm and in her own practice, where she handles a variety of cases including family and real estate work. Though she has never prosecuted a case, Salavantis said she knows

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how to be an attorney and can still run the office efficiently. A mother of three, Musto Carroll said what qualifies her to do the job again is that she has been doing the job for the last four years. “I know what the job calls for. It’s a very serious job with a lot of responsibility,” Musto Carroll said, adding she’s held every position in the office an attorney can hold. She said her nearly 20 years in the office have givSee DA, Page 10B

OPINION CARL LEUBSDORF

Perry campaign stands to gain from Cain’s pain THE controversy over reported sexual harassment allegations against Herman Cain seems likely to affect the race within the Republican Party’s presidential contest among conservative contenders seeking to become the main alternative to Mitt Romney. And despite Rick Perry’s poor debate performances and sinking poll numbers, any damage to Cain may open a path for the Texas governor to re-emerge as the former Massachusetts governor’s top rival. Perry’s political and financial resources position him better than the other conservatives competing for the 50 percent of Republicans who most polls show are opposed to Romney. He’s increasingly comfortable campaigning, judging from last Friday’s relaxed New Hampshire speech that attracted skeptical out-of-state web and television coverage but led to a standing ovation from his audience. Perry’s long-term potential stems from underlying Republican attitudes and the way GOP primaries and caucuses are likely to unfold in January. The two most recent major polls — a national CBS News-New York Times survey and The Des Moines Register’s Iowa Poll — illustrate the current GOP situation. Romney, who generally polls in the 20s nationally, but higher in New Hampshire, had 21 percent in the CBS-Times survey and 22 percent in Iowa. Texas Rep. Ron Paul’s support has remained roughly stable; he had 8 percent nationally and 12 percent in Iowa. Meanwhile, the five main aspirants for support from hard-core GOP conservatives — evangelical Christians and tea party activists — totaled 50 percent in Iowa and 45 percent nationally. How that vote divides will be crucial. So far, it has favored different candidates at different times: Minnesota Rep. Michele Bachmann last June, Perry in August and now Cain, who leads Iowa with 23 percent and nationally with 25 percent. (Both polls are subject to error margins of 5 points, but the underlying pattern has been consistent.) Significantly, both surveys showed many Republicans only weakly committed. In Iowa, three-fourths said they might change by the Jan. 3 caucuses, and their other responses suggested any changes would help another conservative, not Romney. He vied with Bachmann as the most disliked candidate, while more than half of respondents said a candidate from the party’s conservative core could win the presidency. Though Cain vigorously denied the harassment allegations, reported by Politico and confirmed by other news organizations, that controversy plus skepticism about his 9-9-9 tax plan may damage the businessman, who in many ways represents “none of the above” candidates. And it raises the question of where any defectors would go. As Perry refocuses efforts and begins an intensive early-state media campaign, his money and institutional party support position him best to benefit over the long run, though strong performances in upcoming debates would help by producing more favorable media assessments. With Bachmann’s apparent collapse, Perry’s main rivals besides Cain are former House Speaker Newt Gingrich, whose support has remained static in Iowa despite strong debate performances, and the under-funded former Pennsylvania Sen. Rick Santorum, who this week completes visits to all 99 Iowa counties. Continued conservative divisions may enable Romney to finish first in Iowa, where the poll showed one-third of likely voters want a more moderate candidate with appeal to independents. He remains strongly favored in New Hampshire, where he has a vacation home. In Democratic races, winning both states has proved decisive. But among See LEUBSDORF, Page 11B

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N TUESDAY, LUZERNE County’s voters will encounter a ballot bulging with the names of office-seekers, including a whopping 28 people vying to be part of the first county council. You will need to sift through that list of council contenders and pick11– preferably, the women and men most suited for the job of guiding county government and not simply those whose names you sort of recognize. Or that you think sound nice. Ditto for determining who should serve on the Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas for the next decade; seven hopefuls each want one of six available seats on the bench. Add in all the candidates in your local school board, municipal government and statewide judicial races, and it quickly becomes apparent that democracy is no easy task. It takes effort on your part to be informed about the choices. Please, do your homework. We did ours. After interviewing the candidates in these key races and, when applicable, studying their records, The Times Leader’s endorsement board decided the following people are the best prepared to handle these jobs and best poised to serve the constituents (you). ••• ❏ LUZERNE COUNTY COUNCIL James Bobeck Elaine Maddon Curry Harry Haas Eugene Kelleher Michael Lacey Tim McGinley Rick Morelli Jeremy Packard Stephen A. Urban Jane Walsh-Waitkus Rick Williams ••• ❏ LUZERNE COUNTY JUDGE Richard Hughes Molly Hanlon Mirabito Fred Pierantoni Jennifer Rogers Joseph Sklarosky Jr. Michael Vough ••• ❏ LUZERNE COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY Jackie Musto Carroll ••• ❏ WILKES-BARRE MAYOR Tom Leighton

QUOTE OF THE DAY “My selfish actions caused me to be in this place, and the only way I could legally and morally atone for this was to cooperate.” Robert Powell The former Drums resident and ex-attorney at the center of Luzerne County’s “kids-for-cash scandal” submitted a letter to federal court in anticipation of his sentencing Friday. In it, he apologized to family members, friends, coworkers, clients and county residents. Powell is set to report to prison on Nov. 30.

OTHER OPINION: CORBETT PLAN

Online sales tax not state business

MAGINE IF the Pennsylvania Turnpike asked every state resident with a driver’s license to file a form each year, stating the number of miles traveled on the highway and remitting the proper tolls. That’s crazy, right? A few meticulous types would keep records and pay the correct sum, but most people either would report no travel and pay no toll, or guesstimate and get it wrong. The latest scheme out of Harrisburg – from the ostensibly anti-tax Corbett administration – will apply that flawed methodology to sales tax on items purchased online. It won’t work. Gov. Tom Corbett’s Revenue Department is planning to in-

clude a new line on the 2011 income tax forms that will require filers to report what they spent on online purchases that went untaxed. Pennsylvanians who don’t want to do the math will be allowed to use an estimate based on their income. What’s likely is that many taxpayers will report zero, which means many of them will be lying. That’s been the experience in other states, including Ohio, where just 46,476 of its 5 million households complied last year. Congress must mandate that all retailers collect and remit appropriate sales taxes from their customers – and let the states stick to revenues they can accurately and reliably gather. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Occupiers, tea partiers have some things in common CALL ME crazy, but I happen to be one of those flinty-eyed conservatives who appreciates the leftist verve of the Occupy Chicago protesters. I loved the tea party protesters for the same reason I get a kick out of the occupiers. They don’t sit glassyeyed in front of the TV, waiting to be told what to think. And they drive the establishment crazy. And both groups know that scoundrels are running their government, and that sleek corporatists and politicians in both parties have been in league against them, bailing out Wall Street and accepting Wall Street political cash while the little guy drowns. Someday, will both groups – occupiers and tea partiers – realize we have enough common ground to join together as libertarians and bend the nation to our collective will? “No,” said my friend of the left, Jerry Vasilatos, 45, a freelance filmmaker who wants to tax the rich. “But nice try. We’ve got to hold the 1 percent with all the wealth and make them accountable.” OK, some of the Occupy Chicago folks might be young, and like their Occupy Wall Street brothers and sisters in other cities, many of them mistakenly believe that America can tax its way back to economic vitality. But where else would you see protest signs like this?

COMMENTARY JOHN KASS “Jerry Reinsdorf is a Welfare Queen!” That one was carried on LaSalle Street on Friday by George Tiller, an unemployed teacher. Tiller told me that he was inspired by reading a column in the Chicago Tribune ridiculing a sweetheart government deal that allows White Sox boss Reinsdorf to keep all the profits from a stadium restaurant built by taxpayers. “That’s exactly the kind of corporate welfare that drives us crazy,” he said. Bedeviling business people who gush on about the importance of free markets until they can grab a government subsidy isn’t a bad way to spend the afternoon. “It would be nicer if they actually had some kind of focus,” said Johanna Malmud, a 30-year-old options trader. Just then the protesters began thumping drums and shouting again and making random speeches. The occupiers don’t seem to have a trade, unless community organizing is a trade, and I think it is. But they do have needs, like a place to live while they’re occupying Chicago. So they’ve petitioned Mayor Rahm Emanuel, asking that he give them a home. And, they want a permanent settlement in Grant Park. Through proxies, the Rahmfa-

ther wisely said no. He’s not 100 percent right here. Americans should not have to ask permission from government to protest the government. They should be free to protest on public lands and squares and streets, But the mayor is right to deny them a permanent campsite. If he gives in, you know what will happen. Soon, you’ll see acres and acres of Grant Park devolve into a muddy shantytown, thousands of plywood huts and roofs of tarp and orange crates. Hobo fires with pots of watery stew on tripods. Meanwhile, some professor of Keynesian economics plays a guitar, and other Keynesians blow on harmonicas and kazoos, singing Woody Guthrie-style songs about spending more government cash, as the throngs huddle in the snow and begin to hum. Come to think of it, that singing part in the snow doesn’t sound all that bad. So I’ve decided to change my mind. I’m now all for an encampment. Just as long as the anti-Wall Street organizers put up a big sign and name their Chicago shantytown after the one politician who has accepted the most Wall Street political donations, millions and millions more than any of his opponents. And what would we call it? Obamaville. John Kass is a columnist for the Chicago Tribune. Readers may send him e-mail at jskass@tribune.com.

Feeding 7 billion a challenge, but not the Apocalypse THE UNITED Nations has identified Monday as the day world population hit 7 billion. Many found the Halloween date appropriate given the frightening prospect of this demographic milestone. As if 7 billion weren’t scary enough, the United Nations projects 10 billion people by 2083, the addition of roughly three more Indias. But the parents of the 7-billionth person should not be afraid for their child’s future. In spite of the daunting challenges facing the world, including global warming, rising food prices and a billion people in poverty, the 7-billionth child will almost surely have a better life than the 3-billionth or 6-billionth child. How will the world cope with this many people? Consider what the world looked like in 1960, when the population hit 3 billion. Falling infant and child mortality caused population growth rates to surpass 2 percent per year in the 1960s, probably for the first time in history. At 2 percent growth, the world would double in 35 years, and that is roughly what happened – world population grew to 6 billion in 1999. World population will not come close to doubling again in 39 years. Indeed, it might never double again. Fertility has fallen rapidly, with many developing countries at or near the replacement fertility rate of 2.1. The world’s

educated than a child born in 1960. Big increases in education in the developing world are one of the most impressive accomplishments of the last 50 years, especially given DAVID LAM unprecedented growth of school-age populations. The probability that a child will grow up in population growth rate has been falling since its peak in the 1960s, and we might never get poverty has been going down. For developing countries as a whole, the percentage living much above the 10.1 billion people projected below the World Bank’s $1.25-per-day poverty for 2100. line fell from 50 percent in 1981 to 25 percent So we’ve just been through the fastest popin 2005. India’s poverty rate fell from 60 perulation growth the world will ever see. It’s a good time to look back and see how the world cent in 1981 to 42 percent in 2005 and can be expected to keep falling. survived it. Not all countries have done as well as India. There were gloomy predictions in the 1960s But even in sub-Saharan Africa, the region about the consequences of rapid population with the poorest economic performance, growth, the most famous appearing in Paul Ehrlich’s 1968 book, “The Population Bomb.” poverty rates have fallen, education has increased and food production per person has He wrote that “the battle to feed humanity is been rising (albeit slowly) since the 1980s. already lost, in the sense that we will not be None of this is meant to deny the enorable to prevent large-scale famines in the next mous challenges we face. We survived the decade.” population bomb through hard work and Happily, Ehrlich was wrong. World food creativity, and we will need more of it to production grew faster than population durcontinue to feed the world and reduce povering the last 50 years. Food production per ty. But the remarkable experience of the last person in 2009 was 41 percent higher than in 50 years teaches us that we should not be 1961. afraid to celebrate the birth of the 7-billionth Although there are still serious problems child. with food distribution and malnutrition, we have done remarkably well at feeding the extra 4 billion people added since 1960. This David Lam is a professor of economics at the should make us optimistic about feeding the 3 University of Michigan and president of the Popbillion more to be added in the next 70 years. ulation Association of America. He wrote this for the Los Angeles Times. The 7-billionth child also will be better

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U.S. sacrifice in Iraq was all for nothing BARACK Obama was a principled opponent of the Iraq War from its beginning. But when he became president in January 2009, he was handed a war that was won. The surge had succeeded. Al-Qaida in Iraq had been routed, driven to humiliating defeat by an Anbar Awakening of Sunnis fighting side-by-side with the infidel Americans. Even more remarkably, the Shiite militias had been taken down, with American backing, by the forces of Shiite Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki. They crushed the Sadr militias from Basra to Sadr City. Al-Qaida decimated. A Shiite prime minister taking a decisively nationalist line. Iraqi Sunnis ready to integrate into a new national government. U.S. casualties at their lowest ebb in the entire war. Elections approaching. Obama was left with but a single task: Negotiate a new status-of-forces agreement to reinforce these gains and create a strategic partnership with the Arab world’s only democracy. He blew it. Negotiations, such as they were, finally collapsed last month. There is no agreement, no partnership. As of Dec. 31, the American military presence in Iraq will be liquidated. And it’s not as if that deadline snuck up on Obama. He had three years to prepare for it. Everyone involved, Iraqi and American, knew that the 2008 agreement calling for full U.S. withdrawal was meant to be renegotiated. And all major parties but one (the Sadr faction) had an interest in some residual stabilizing U.S. force, like the postwar deployments in Japan, Germany and Korea. Three years, two abject failures. The first was the administration’s inability, at the height of American post-surge power, to broker a centrist nationalist coalition governed by the major blocs – one predominantly Shiite (Maliki’s), one predominantly Sunni (Ayad Allawi’s), one Kurdish – that among them won a large majority (69 percent) of seats in the 2010 election. Vice President Joe Biden was given the job. He failed utterly. The government ended up effectively being run by a narrow sectarian coalition where the balance of power is held by the relatively small (12 percent) Iranian-client Sadr faction. The second failure was the agreement itself. The military recommended nearly 20,000 troops, considerably fewer than our 28,500 in Korea, 40,000 in

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COMMENTARY CHARLES KRAUTHAMMER Japan and 54,000 in Germany. The president rejected those proposals, choosing instead a level of 3,000 to 5,000 troops. A deployment so risibly small would have to expend all its energies simply protecting itself – the fate of our tragic, missionless 1982 Lebanon deployment – with no real capability to train the Iraqis, build their U.S.-equipped air force, mediate ethnic disputes (as we have successfully done, for example, between local Arabs and Kurds), operate surveillance and special-ops bases, and establish the kind of close military-to-military relations that undergird our strongest alliances. The Obama proposal was an unmistakable signal of unseriousness. It became clear that he simply wanted out, leaving any Iraqi foolish enough to maintain a pro-American orientation exposed to Iranian influence, now unopposed and potentially lethal. Message received. Only two weeks ago, Massoud Barzani, leader of the Kurds – for two decades the staunchest of U.S. allies – visited Tehran to bend a knee to both President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad and Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. It didn’t have to be this way. Our friends did not have to be left out in the cold to seek Iranian protection. Three years and a won war had given Obama the opportunity to establish a lasting strategic alliance with the Arab world’s second most important power. He failed, though he hardly tried very hard. The excuse is Iraqi refusal to grant legal immunity to U.S. forces. But the Bush administration encountered the same problem, and overcame it. Obama had little desire to. Indeed, he portrays the evacuation as a success, the fulfillment of a campaign promise. But surely the obligation to defend the security and the interests of the nation supersede personal vindication. Obama opposed the war, but when he became commander in chief the terrible price already had been paid in blood and treasure. His obligation was to make something of that sacrifice, to secure the strategic gains that sacrifice already had achieved. He did not, failing at precisely what this administration so flatters itself for doing so well: diplomacy. Charles Krauthammer’s email address is letters@charleskrauthammer.com.

nder a piercing glow that leaves no corner in shadow, no recess unlit, it is U as if the saints can peer clear through to your soul and scrutinize what’s on your mind. Think pure thoughts. Think pure thoughts …

Any rest for these weary workers? Dream on. THE OTHER day, I came across a recent study by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. It found that insomnia affects about 23 percent of U.S. workers, and it put the annual national cost for the sleeping disorder at $63.2 billion. That night, I lay awake for hours worrying about all that wasted money. OK, I didn’t really. But I have spent countless hours when I wanted to be asleep fretting about things far less important. And I have spent considerable time reflecting on sleeplessness. Here, for the lucky 77 percent of Americans unaffected by the plague, is a primer on what the rest of us suffer. There are, in my experience, two main types of insomnia. Type 1: You brush teeth, crawl into bed and get comfy with whatever combination of blanket, pillow, white-noiseproducing fan, dog and spouse suits you. Then, just like the other diurnal creatures from the prairie to the forest, you fall gently into a sweet, deep sleep that can last for several hours. Until ... you turn over to settle the hip, or cover the foot or switch the pillow to the cool side. You order yourself: Do not think! Do not think! Think nothing!

You try all the tricks. Massage the face. Tense and relax various body parts. Snap on the light and read ’til the words AMY GOLDMAN blur, have the shot of whiskey KOSS or the addictive, hangoverproducing magic white pill. Those of us with the afflicBut then a tiny, seemingly tion have tried everything: harmless thought fragment melatonin, Benadryl, Sleepyslips through, and that single time tea, breathing exercises, speck of brain activity mutates ear plugs, quitting coffee, getinstantly into a cacophony of ting more exercise, getting less ceaseless inner chatter. Thoughts of things left undone exercise, eating earlier, meditation, flannel sheets, relaxaor unsaid begin their taunt. tion tapes, more sex, less sex. Mundane, niggling details Sleepers have been known to repeat and repeat like acid suggest that a guilty conscience reflux. The night is lost. must be the culprit. But Type 2: After dragging through your day, hallucinating thoughts as morality-neutral and ethics-free as whether or from sleep deprivation, you not to use fabric softener can, yawn through dinner, take the in the dark of night, be urgent hot soothing bath, drink the enough to keep the eyes on the warm milk, lay the weary head ceiling. There is no concern too upon the pillow, close the mundane to consider, no minubloodshot eyes. tiae too minute to obsess over. Then, instantly: Pop! The All is equal in the dark. eyes are open. You turn over new leaves and You play possum, hold unresolve to shake up your life. naturally still. But the foot You consider firing your agent must twitch. You are too hot, and cutting your hair, begintoo cold. There is no comfortning a diet or moving to Brazil. able position for any part of Meanwhile, the numbers just body or soul. The dog licks keep sliding past on the digital itself. The spouse snores. You alarm clock. hate them both. You seethe. More time passes and you You whimper. If religious, you wail at the heavens, beseech the enter the panic stage, knowing sleep gods. Tears of exhaustion that if you don’t sleep soon, tomorrow will be shot. You’ll be and frustration seep. You try the couch but cannot a zombie. You’ll look like hell. escape the repeating lyrics of a You’ll say or do something wildly inappropriate, humiliate bank commercial from your yourself, the kids, the spouse. youth.

You’ll get yourself fired or shot. You’ll cross that tauntingly close line into utter, irreversible madness. Finally comes resignation. You give up, throw aside the limp sheet, turn on the computer or paint the kitchen or sit at the dining room table spooning in carbs and waiting for the sky to lighten. Perhaps you then slump in your chair, sliding into a brief moment of drooling unconscious. And then, good morning! The day begins. Many things can aggravate insomnia’s symptoms: working, not working, needing to get up in the morning, having said or done something cringe-worthy earlier in the day, or week or lifetime. The future can trigger symptoms, as can the past, as can having children, a spouse, parents, siblings, co-workers, neighbors, friends, acquaintances, relatives or none of the above. Concerns about encroaching global stupidity, catastrophic weather anomalies, dust bunnies under the armoire or the inevitability of death can all set off the disorder. I hope this disturbing treatise won’t keep you awake tonight: The country can’t afford more insomnia.

mastered skills. My once gentle little guy was now getting up in the middle of the night, ripping up carpet from the floor, trying to escape out the windows and destroying everything that came across his path. The school was calling constantly; I was missing work. No one in the house was sleeping. I was literally at my wits’ end. From the second I walked into his clinic, I knew we were in the right place. It was not only an atmosphere of compassion, but also of hope. I immediately was struck by Dr. Myers’ quiet, calming demeanor and his ability to listen to me rant. The time he spent with Zach put me at ease. He had a way with him that I can only describe as instinctual. He was the first person who was smart enough to realize that there was something more going on here than autism. Although it was difficult to hear that there was yet another diagnosis with which to contend – bi-polar phenotype – I was relieved that he wasn’t just going to throw some behavior meds at me and send

me on my way. I left his office feeling for the first time that there was hope and a doctor who cared. Improvements were almost immediate, and Dr. Myers and his staff always were available by phone or email to listen to problems or concerns, tweak meds, make emergency appointments, etc. He always involved me in any decisions made about Zach’s treatment and he gave me back my confidence in my ability to parent my child and trust my instincts. We have been seeing him for nine years. He and LPA Nancy Eisenhower have been the glue that has held us together. Appointments are pleasant, the office staff is compassionate, the environment is positive. The outlook is bright. I hope Dr. Myers and Dr. Thomas Challman realize the impact that they have had on the children whom they treat and the relief they have provided for us parents. I am honored to have this opportunity to say thank you.

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Amy Goldman Koss’ latest novel for teens is “The Not So Great Depression.” She wrote this for the Los Angeles Times.

LETTERS FROM READERS

A super season for WVW golf

ow, what a high school golf season! Spartan Golf posted its second consecutive 10-1 season, clinching a tie with Dallas School District for our second consecutive Wyoming Valley Conference Northern Division Title. No fewer than eight Valley West golfers qualified for the pre-district tournament, and a WVC high seven Spartans qualified for districts. Several of our players were selected to various all-conference teams. We are very proud of these accomplishments and the work ethic of our young men and ladies. Speaking of work ethic, we cannot express enough gratitude to the staff at Irem Country Club. The unusually wet weather created more than a few headaches in all our high school golf schedules. Golf pros Paul Roman and Bill Mattioli were more than accommodating when it came to scheduling and rescheduling our matches and practice sessions.

MOUNTAIN LAURELS Mountain Laurels is a regular series of letters from readers conveying thanks to individuals or groups for their support, help or kindness.

Pro Shop manager Al Larned never lost patience with us, even though we sometimes spoke three and four times daily. Big thanks also go out to IGA President Joe Rubbico and the guys at the range. Your cooperation is a large reason for Spartan Golf’s recent successes. We congratulate golf superintendent Chris Pries and his staff for their work on the course, making the conditions as playable as possible under the most extreme circumstances imaginable. Thank you, Irem, for making our job of coaching outstanding young people so easy. Please know that we always appreciate what you do for our golf team, and junior golf in general. Gary Mack and Nick Kuscavage Golf coaches Wyoming Valley West School District

Support workers merit recognition

ach November we celebrate Educational Support Professionals Day. This year it will be celebrated on Nov. 16. ESPs typically are the first to arrive at school and the last to leave, and schools couldn’t operate without them – although their role in supporting students and teachers is often overlooked. The students realize it, and they know they can depend on all of the ESPs who care about them. ESPs are the backbone of our school system. They are your aides and paraprofessionals, cleaners, cafeteria workers, secretaries, crossing guards, hall monitors, transportation people, technology personnel, custodial and maintenance people. Educational support profes-

sionals should not only be recognized this month, but every day of the year. They are role models and play a very big role in making public schools positive places for every child. A big thank-you to all of these people in all of our school systems. Wishing each of you a happy Educational Support Professionals Day! J.D. Verazin President Greater Nanticoke Area Educational Support Professionals Association

Angel of a doctor wins mom’s thanks

t was November 2002 when I made my first trip to Geisinger Medical Center in Danville to see Dr. Scott Myers, who more recently was co-honored with the Angel of Autism Award. I was armed with paperwork about my son’s dreaded diagnosis and a timeline I had made that mapped out his life since the day he was diagnosed. The timeline showed a clear regression of previously

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Michelle Bednar Michelle Bednar said she visits the Luzerne County Courthouse several times a month as part of her work as an elected Conyngham Township tax collector, and she’s been taking note of ideas that may be helpful if she’s elected to county council. Bednar said she doesn’t want to lay off employees but wants to explore the possibility of consoliMICHELLE BEDNAR dation that may be imAge: 44 plemented “somewhere Political party: Democrat down the line.” Residence: Conyngham Township The need for more comEducation: Associate’s degree in puterization surfaced tourism and travel management during her reviews, she from Luzerne County Community told a Times Leader College. endorsement panel. Work experience: 1988-98, First “What I see is the county Eastern Bank, corporate trust lacks a lot on technolsupervisor; 1998-99, Westmoreogy. They are not up to land Club, sales/office worker; date on a lot of things 1999-2004, First Security Investthat could be more effiments, financial/payroll supercient,” Bednar said. visor; 2004-present, securities Bednar said her 20 years firm office manager; also Conyngof experience in banking ham Township tax collector since would be beneficial on 2009. council, and she exFamily: Married to John Scott; pressed interest in foone son, Kyler. cusing on the county budget. She said she has experience in corporate trusts, commercial loans, investments, budgets, bonds and pension plans. She also wants to research grants. The county already has a grant writer. Bednar said she was unaware of that but wants to ensure the county is exhausting all grant opportunities. Bednar said the new home rule government is like a “big puzzle,” and there will be a learning curve for everyone. If elected, she is considering buying a prepaid cell phone to allow the public to reach her to provide comments or ask questions. She said she’s accustomed to working long hours as a tax collector in addition to maintaining a fulltime job. Bednar already has announced that she would give up the elected tax collector post she’s held since 2009 if she wins a council seat. The possibility that elected tax collectors could be eliminated under the new government prompted her to vote against the home rule charter and piqued her interest in running for council, she has said. Switching to in-house county tax collection could negatively impact customer service and lead to additional fees for copies and other services, she has said. Strong communication skills will be the most important trait of the new manager, she said. Bednar doesn’t want to interfere with the manager’s work but said the manager must keep council informed. “I believe if you don’t communicate with everyone then no job will get done the proper way,” she said.

Michael Cabell Michael Cabell doesn’t want to see any eye-rolling from Luzerne County Council members if he’s elected to serve. “You need to sit there and listen, even if you don’t agree with them. Listen, propose a counter-argument. There needs to be more cohesion with the group,” the Butler Township resident told a Times Leader endorsement panel. Cabell said there should be opposing views. “Disagreement is fine. We need disagreement. That’s why we have 11 people,” he said, noting that he works well with people. Cabell said he’s been busy with his full-time job as chief operating officer at Abbey Road Control but has a flexible schedMICHAEL CABELL ule that will allow him to Age: 25 devote the necessary time Political party: Republican to council. “If I do get elected, I plan on Residence: Butler Township putting everything I have Education: Bachelor’s degree in into it because we have an political science, St. Joseph’s opportunity here to really University. lay the groundwork for the Work experience: 2007-2010, future of this county,” Camanager and operator of Traffic bell said. Control in Butler Township; 2010He said his experience running present, chief operating officer a business has prepared and board of directors secretary him to deal with budgets, at Abbey Road Control, Butler accounting and personnel. Township. Spending cuts will be needed Family: Single to get the county in a “sustainable situation,” he said. He believes some reductions will be found in court departments. Benefits provided to the county should be more in line with those provided in the private sector, he said. Choosing a manager “people can trust” is his top priority, he said. “That’s going to be what makes or breaks this government — if this council hires the right person for county manager,” he said. Council members must “know what’s going on” in the county, even though they won’t make decisions about daily operations, he said. He is running alone but said he plans to vote for several other council candidates whom he believes are “good people,” even though he doesn’t expect they always will agree with his votes or views. Cabell encourages voters to choose candidates who want to “get to work.” “We really need to work towards a future and not worry about personal agendas or anything you have against the guy next to you or the girl next to you,” he said. He said he’s focusing on door-to-door campaigning because he believes it will be more effective than election signs and advertising.

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Jim Bobeck

Edward A. Brominski

Jim Bobeck said he wants to utilize his legal and leadership experience and knowledge of Luzerne County’s home rule government by serving on the new county council. An attorney, Bobeck chairs the home rule transition committee and also serves on three transition subcommittees that have been JIM BOBECK drafting proposed personnel, Age: 31 administrative and ethics codes Political party: Democrat for the new government. Residence: Kingston Reaching decisions is often a chalEducation: Bachelor’s degree in lenge on the 11-person transition political science, Villanova Unicommittee because the memversity; law degree, Boston College bers have different views, perLaw School. sonalities and sometimes agenWork experience: 2006-2007, das, he said. It will be the same legal work, Kokonos & Associates, on the council of 11, the Kingston Media, Pa.; 2007-2009, legal deresident told a Times Leader partment of financial and media endorsement panel. company Bloomberg LP, in Prince- “I’ll try to really bring people toton, N.J.; 2009-present, attorney gether. They don’t have to agree for Federal Hearings and Appeals with me on most decisions. In Services Inc., Plymouth; 2010fact that would not be the best present, attorney for Saunders & thing. But what I’d like to know is Rooney P.C. in Plymouth. that we’re all able to make deciFamily: Married to Megan; two sions, move on and get to the children, Natalie Rose and James other business,” Bobeck said. Joseph. Choosing the right blend of candidates is a challenge for voters, he said. “You can’t have all show horses. You can’t have people who just simply want to speak their mind and not listen in any way. Nor can we have a bunch of wallflowers either,” Bobeck said. Bobeck said he wants to keep the council focused on its responsibilities: choosing a manager, approving budgets, appointing members of outside boards and developing long-term goals for the county. “With this council, one of the better things I’m really excited about is it can focus on some longer-term problems. It is allowed to do some type of investigations, some studies on certain things,” he said. He said he’s frequently thinking of county responsibilities or issues that aren’t spelled out in the charter and has been contacting other home rule counties to find out how they handle these matters. Bobeck said he has a firm grasp on the decisions that must be made when the government switch occurs in January, and he is willing to share his knowledge with fellow county members who aren’t up to speed. “We all have to be on the same page,” he said. He said council members and the new manager must both have thick skin and not expect “to be liked.” Some may be “out to get” the manager for his or her decisions, he said. “We’re there to do the best we can, to make tough choices,” Bobeck said. Council members must also figure out how to supervise the manager without interfering in day-to-day operations at the county courthouse, he said, “A daily or weekly presence, just kind of milling around, that could be a real issue, a perception issue. It frightens me actually,” he said.

Edward A. Brominski said he wants to serve on Luzerne County Council because he has years of public service experience and cares about getting the new home rule government off to a good start. He said he was taken aback when someone asked him if he was teaming up with other candidates to form alliances or majorities if they’re EDWARD A. elected. BROMINSKI “We’re all going in supposedly to Age: 72 achieve the same end — to make Political party: Democrat the county government work, to Residence: Swoyersville make the change, to start to pay Education: Bachelor’s degree in down the debt and to start to secondary education from Wilkes improve the life of the communiUniversity and a master’s degree ty,” the retired Swoyersville in secondary education from the resident told a Times Leader University of Scranton. endorsement panel. Work experience: School teacher Brominski said he’s also disturbed for 15 years, Swoyersville mayor that some people have a “misfor five years, county commissionconception” that council memer for four years, county assesbers will be controlling jobs. sor’s office director for eight The new county manager and years. Also worked in pharmaceuhuman resources department tical sales and insurance sales must decide which applicants management. are the most qualified, he said. Family: wife Dee; two children, Brominski said he won’t allow his Eddie and Lynn; two grandchildren name to be used as a reference for any jobs and will encourage the redaction of all names and addresses of job applicants – including those for the county manager post that will be filled by council – to help ensure selections are based on qualifications. He said he’s largely been in public service since graduating from high school, serving in the Navy and working as a public school teacher, elected mayor and county commissioner and a county assessment office director. “I always believed — and I still do believe — that everybody should take an opportunity to get involved in government and offer whatever they have within themselves to make things a little bit better,” he said. He said he left the county with a $500,000 surplus when his commissioner term ended in the early 1980s. Brominski said he was fired from his assessor’s director job in 1999 because he did “too well of a job cleaning up the problems in the office.” He’s also worked in the private sector in insurance and pharmaceutical sales and said he would run the county like a business. He also has experience negotiating union contracts as a school teacher and county commissioner. The new county council shouldn’t be in the courthouse interfering with managers, he said, promising to speak out if he finds other council members crossing the line. He said he would voice any concerns about county operations to the council chair to relay them to the manager. He expects the manager and division chiefs to be accountable. “If you mess up, you’d better have an answer, and I’m going to be the one you’re going to have to answer to, and if I don’t accept it, you’re going to be gone,” he said.

Elaine Maddon Curry

Kathleen M. Dobash

Elaine Maddon Curry said she told voters not to pick her if they’re expecting favors in return. “A vote for me means I will try my hardest to give everyone good government. If you expect anything else — even a place on a board or commission — forget it. I don’t do that,” the Butler Township resident told a Times Leader endorsement panel. The new home rule government is a chance for a fresh start, and the public will be “watching and waiting” to monitor every deciELAINE MADDON sion made by the new council, CURRY she said. She would object to Age: 64 the hiring or appointment of Political party: Democrat relatives and is hesitant to hire a Residence: Butler Township manager who has “any kind of Education: Bachelor’s degree in meaningful ties” to anyone in philosophy, Penn State University; county government. post-grad courses in library sci“It cannot be business as usual. ence. This is an opportunity for a new Work experience: 1983-1996, day,” Maddon Curry said. medical librarian, Hazleton Gener- The council responsibilities of al Hospital; 1996-present, superbudgeting and negotiating union visor of library services, Greater contracts don’t intimidate her Hazleton Health Alliance. because she served eight years Family: Married to Robert; two on the Hazleton Area School children, Rachel and Tierra. Board, which has a similar budget and staff size as the county. During her term as school board president, she led an effort to remove board members from the teacher-hiring process. Maddon Curry also served on the Luzerne County Community College Board of Trustees for six years and the county Diversity Commission for five years. She would support forums or other avenues to obtain public feedback because regular meetings with lengthy agendas may not allow enough time. The names of applicants for board seats should be blacked out so council members choose people based entirely on their qualifications, she said. She would also institute a practice she followed on the school board of releasing full agendas to the media three days before all committee and board meetings. Maddon Curry said she would continue to provide her private cell phone number to the public and is “very good” about returning messages, though she stressed that she won’t be in the courthouse micromanaging day-to-day operations. She said she won’t make a decision without researching facts and listening to other opinions. There’s no room for personalities and politics because the county has serious financial problems, including $415 million in outstanding debt, she said. “It’s just pure recklessness to have that kind of debt. What was everybody thinking?” she said. She also wants to focus on unforeseen gaps in the new charter that could allow questionable activity. “We’re going to have to work very hard to make sure that we don’t continue finding a way to give jobs and contracts to people we know and to further nepotism.”

Kathleen M. Dobash said she would never cast a vote on Luzerne County Council without thorough research, even if it means she must work the equivalent of a full-time job gathering information. “I am empowering myself with information, and I ask the public to empower themselves with information before they vote on Nov. 8,” the Hazleton woman told a Times Leader endorsement panel. The council must thoroughly research the backgrounds of county manager applicants, she said. KATHLEEN M. DOBASH “It has to be the right person and the right choice, and I’m not Age: 51 going to be pressured by anyPolitical party: Republican one to expedite that process,” Residence: Hazleton she said. Education: Bachelor’s degrees in art and art education, Penn State Dobash said she has always followed county government University; post-grad courses. but “stepped it up” since the Work experience: Previously unit May primary by interviewing desk clerk at Geisinger Medical county workers, requesting Center in Danville; currently a public documents and attendtherapeutic staff support worker ing transition committee meetfor Step By Step and a freelance ings. art educator. She said she hasn’t hesitated to Family: Single; one adult child. challenge the transition committee if she disagrees with its decisions or believes it’s straying from its purpose, though she sometimes feels ignored with a “united front” against her. “I’m glad I stood alone,” she said. Dobash said she will give up her part-time job as a therapeutic staff support worker for Step By Step because it would violate a home rule charter provision prohibiting council members from being employed or compensated by a business that contracts with the county. That agency has service agreements with county human service divisions. Dobash said she will consult the state Ethics Commission for an opinion on whether she would have to abstain from voting on the company’s contracts if she’s elected and, if so, for how long. She said her experience as a support staff worker and taking care of her mother will be an asset when overseeing county human service branches because she understands the services and public needs. Dobash said she also has past experience negotiating union contracts as a teacher outside the area. She said she attended a recent public meeting about county-owned Moon Lake Park in Plymouth Township and wants to explore ways to “bring it back” without taking more money out of the county’s general fund operating budget. Dobash said she will distribute her cell phone number to the public because she wants to be accessible. The new county manager must stick to a tight budget because the county has $415.04 million in outstanding debt to repay, she said. County officials should also meet with union leaders to request a pay freeze or other concessions to get the county “back on track,” she said. “Raising taxes is the very last option. I do not want to do that to the citizens and taxpayers and property owners of this county,” she said.

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Harry Haas

Charlie Hatchko

Linda McClosky Houck

Harry Haas said his platform as a Luzerne County Council is basic: decrease debt, hire the best manager, make the county more efficient and govern with decency. He said he’s prepared to make tough decisions and doesn’t believe government should take on responsibilities and costs that aren’t mandated. “I’m a conservative guy,” the Wilkes-Barre resident told a Times Leader endorsement panel. “I just hesitate to increase the scope HARRY HAAS of even our local government Age: 36 because I think we’ve got our Political party: Republican hands in a lot of things we Residence: Wilkes-Barre shouldn’t be involved with.” Education: Bachelor’s degree in Haas said he would choose achistory, with a minor concentrations that are best for the tion in Spanish, and a master’s majority of residents and taxdegree in education — both from payers and will be candid with The George Washington Unithe public about his rationale. versity. “If people are looking to be popWork experience: Public school ular and make friends, this is teacher in Washington, D.C., and not the position to run for,” Fairfax County, Va., public schools Haas said. “That’s really what for four years; currently a history the nature of doing the right teacher at Dallas Middle School. thing is. You can’t please everyFamily: Married to the former body all the time.” Kristin Fenstermacher. He plans to keep his website, harryhaas.com, active if he wins so the public has a way to provide feedback to him. He said he won’t micromanage the new manager. “I want to make sure I give them enough room to do the job that we’re going to appoint them to and that’s really to manage what vision we put in place,” Haas said. Haas said he is not an expert public manager. “But I do have a grasp on what the people of Luzerne County want. They’re just sick of nonsense. They’re tired of it. They want decency,” he said. He said he would examine issues from different perspectives and listen to the opinions of other council members. He’s accustomed to research as a history teacher. “I think I’m a consensus builder. I try to see things from different perspectives,” Haas said. Haas has been campaigning door to door in rural parts of the county, saying he wants to let people in outlying areas know “they have a voice.” He said he understands municipalities that feel out of the loop because he grew up in rural Franklin Township. Haas left the area to attend college and teach in Washington, D.C., but chose to return to the area and lives in downtown Wilkes-Barre. He wants a manager with expertise saving money because the county must be more “prudent,” he said. Managers must have resources to perform their jobs but can’t receive funding for items that are “wants” rather than “needs,” he said. Haas already has some name recognition because he unsuccessfully ran for Wilkes-Barre mayor in 2003 and the Wilkes-Barre Area School Board in 2008.

Charlie Hatchko wanted his nickname – Bible Buck – to appear on the ballot for Luzerne County Council so the public would recognize him as the man who writes letters to the editor and calls WILK radio programs. Usually referencing Scripture, he has repeatedly voiced his distaste for nepotism, favoritism and cronyism and his desire for “principles over politics” and “fiscal integrity.” The Jenkins Township man said some people have exCHARLIE BIBLE pressed concerns that he BUCK HATCHKO would be a “biblical fanatic” on council. Age: 66 “I will not bring my biblical Political party: American Indeviews to force it on anypendent body,” he told a Times LeadResidence: Jenkins Township er endorsement panel. “I will Education: 1962 graduate of speak with honesty and Scranton Technical High School integrity.” Work experience: Teamster dock Hatchko said he lobbied to worker, 1963-1976; truck driver study a possible switch to until 1989; Luzerne County correchome rule government, tions officer, 1989-2005. though he wasn’t thrilled Family: Widower after 44 years of with the final product, in marriage; two adult children — part because it eliminated Alan and Mary. most elected row offices and gave “too much power” to the appointed manager. However, he believes any government system can work if voters choose “decent” people to serve. Courthouse crime and corruption were also motivators for him to run. “I believe ethics and morality will promulgate good government,” he said. As an American Independent candidate, he underwent the “brutal” process of collecting about 1,550 signatures to get on the ballot, well over the 995 names required. He accepted assistance from two people to collect about 200 of those signatures but said he wanted to gather most on his own so he doesn’t “owe anybody.” Hatchko said he would not form any coalitions or majorities on council. “I’m the Lone Ranger,” he said. Hatchko said he has union negotiating experience from his private sector and county employment that would be beneficial on council, which will vote on collective bargaining agreements after Jan. 2. The union gets the upper hand when the county approves agreements with “weak language,” he said. He said he’s “absolutely 100 percent union” but wouldn’t support raises “at this time” because taxpayers can’t afford them. He believes the workforce should be reduced through attrition. He believes he was hired at the prison because he was 5 feet 9 inches, 295 pounds and strong, though he was “passed over many times” before obtaining full-time employment and saw many other guards in the same situation. Hatchko said there are “too many people in certain families” working in county government, and he would not hire a relative. “If I recommend somebody to get hired, all they’d have to do is a good job. That’s my payback,” he said.

Linda McClosky Houck said she has a knack for math and focusing on the nuts and bolts of complicated issues – skills that would be valuable as a Luzerne County Council member. “I think I have the ability to kind of cut to the chase of and see exactly what the problem is,” the Wyoming Valley West School District teacher told a Times Leader endorsement panel. McClosky Houck said she wouldn’t give up until she had LINDA MCCLOSKY a firm grasp on county issues. HOUCK “I think more than anything, I Age: 53 have an ability to ask quesPolitical party: Democrat tions when I don’t understand Residence: Kingston and keep asking them until I Education: Bachelor’s degree in get good understanding,” she music from Ithaca College; massaid. ter’s degree in elementary educaShe said she was encouraged by tion, Misericordia University; coworkers to run for the master’s degree in reading, King’s council post and wouldn’t College. have considered it without Work experience: 1971-present, their support. McClosky Holy Family Parish, director of Houck said she’s been an liturgy and music; 1995-present, officer in the school district’s Wyoming Valley West School District, teacher. teachers’ union since 2004 Family: Married to Dale; four and has served as president children; two grandchildren. for the last five years, settling two contracts. As a union representative, McClosky Houck said she brings concerns of the workforce to the administration and helps to facilitate solutions. She said she’s resolved numerous issues “reasonably.” A member of the union-endorsed “Working Families for Luzerne County” council candidate slate, McClosky Houck said someone asked how she will balance her “unionism” while negotiating county collective bargaining agreements. Unionism involves more than contract negotiations, she said. She said it’s also about giving workers a say in their workplace, and she said she would also ensure the average taxpayer has a voice in their government. She said she doesn’t view herself as a politician. “I hope to be a good public servant if I’m elected,” she said. Council members should not be interfering in day-to-day operations, she said, comparing the situation to a school district where school board members are not in schools on a daily basis. The county shouldn’t hire relatives of council members, she said, adding that there are lots of non-relatives qualified to hold county positions. She believes the region will attract businesses by creating an “atmosphere of confidence” in county government, saying businesses don’t want to locate in a county known for unethical behavior.

Michael A. Lacey

William “Bill” James William “Bill” James said he decided to run for Luzerne County Council because he didn’t want to be in the background critiquing its decisions. James said he is confident he understands what people want to happen with the new home rule government and will vote on their behalf. “I’m undertaking it for them,” the Exeter Township resident told a Times Leader endorsement panel. “I can live out WILLIAM BILL JAMES the rest of my life and just Age: 66 look at everybody and say, Political party: Republican ‘Yeah, we should have,’ but Residence: Exeter Township it’s not me.” Education: Associate’s degree in James said his 38 years of architectural engineering techexperience running a small nology from Luzerne County business would benefit the Community College; also attended new council. Long Island University and Hunter Now retired, James borrowed College in New York. $5,000 from his uncle to set Work experience: U.S. Coast up his business, B.J. ElectriGuard, 1963-1967; owner of B.J. cal Inc., and said he turned Electrical Inc. for 38 years; curit into a million-dollar operrently owner and trainer of race ation. The company’s clients horses. included Rite Aid stores Family: Married to Kathleen; five across the state, he said. children; two grandchildren. James said he has a solid understanding of construction projects, contracts and insurance from his business work. He said he will be independent, refusing to join any board coalitions or accept campaign contributions. “I don’t need that. I don’t need any ties to any one person,” he said. Republican Party loyalty isn’t an issue, he said, noting that he is not in communication with party leaders. “I’m my own person, and I won’t be influenced by what goes on in their little headquarters,” he said. James promised to be accessible to the public and candid about county problems, saying he will speak out if he sees any questionable actions. He said he will fight to keep property taxes flat and will push for a tax reduction. Staffing levels must be examined in all county departments, he said. The new council will be swamped with major decisions on Jan. 2, and James believes council will have to rely on an interim manager for the first few months to allow more time for a permanent selection. “It’s going to be a monumental task,” he said. He wants to make sure the ethics and personnel policies have “teeth.” James believes many people supported the charter as “retaliation” against corruption without fully understanding its implications. He doesn’t want to see a majority voting bloc and advises voters to choose individuals rather than making straight-party picks. “To me this isn’t what it’s about this time. We’re out there for change. We want change,” he said.

Eugene L. Kelleher Eugene L. Kelleher said he’s a “numbers guy,” and he would use that skill to analyze Luzerne County finances if he’s elected to county council. He has a master’s degree in math, retired after 35 years as a high school math teacher and also has eight years of experience in the financial services industry. “I like to look at numbers. Numbers don’t lie. People do,” he told a Times Leader endorsement panel. Kelleher said he’s been scouring the county budget to look for potential reductions and get a handle on EUGENE L. KELLEHER expenses that can’t be touched at this time because of binding Age: 67 union arbitration awards, such Political party: Republican as raises granted to unionized Residence: Dallas Township prison workers. Education: Bachelor’s degree in He believes the county may cut math education, Wilkes College expenses by switching to anoth(now university); master’s degree in math. er financial software program Work experience: High school and reducing the vehicle fleet math teacher, 35 years; choir while creating a vehicle pool director, 39 years; financial serthat must be shared by all vices, eight years. departments. The county’s Family: Married to Deborah Anne; Water Street parking garage three children, Kristyn, Sean and also needs a meter to collect Erin; two grandchildren. payments, he said. Kelleher said he also believes the elected county controller should continue to be responsible for authorizing payments before county funds are released. If elected, he plans to seek a legal opinion on whether the home rule charter would allow the new county manager to designate the controller as cosigner on all checks. “I like the check-and-balance system and set-up we have now,” Kelleher said. He wants a new county manager who is tough and won’t be pressured by politicians. The abilities to focus on what’s best for taxpayers and keep the county operating amidst change are also necessary, he said. “This person – whoever he or she is – they’re going to have to know how to deal with people,” he said. Kelleher said he had an “awful temper” as a young man but has developed strong people skills with age. He has also served as a Little League coach, church choir director and high school coach and started an ecumenical group in the Back Mountain after he retired five years ago. “I can sit in a meeting and not get hot-headed and listen to somebody’s point of view if they’re yelling at me,” he said. He said he would be accessible to the public and will keep a special phone line at his home for people to contact him about county matters. Voters must choose carefully, he said. “If the character of the people elected isn’t good and they bring in a political hack as a county manager, we’ve got worse problems than we have now,” he said.

Michael A. Lacey said he would bring business sense and leadership to Luzerne County government if he’s elected to county council. He purchased Nocchi’s Pharmacy in Freeland in 1995 and expanded the business in 2004, currently employing about 20. He said he understands payroll, customer service and managing people, which also includes inspiring them to perform their work. “As I walked through the courthouse on a couple of occasions, it seems like there’s an apathy there that is MICHAEL A. LACEY just deafening to me, and I’m beginning to think it’s Age: 53 the fear of, ‘If I speak up, Political party: Registered RepubI jeopardize my job or my lican but running on a Libertarian position,’” Lacey said. nomination Folks often become frustratResidence: Franklin Township ed and depressed when Education: Bachelor’s degree in they feel they have no biology from King’s College and control over a situation, graduate of the Temple University he said. He said his pharPharmacy School. macy employees provide Work experience: Worked for valuable input, and he pharmaceutical businesses about believes county employees a decade before purchasing Nochold “a lot of the anchi’s Pharmacy in Freeland in 1995. swers” for ideas to imFamily: Wife, Barbara; two chilprove services and reduce dren, Rachael, 13, and Tucker, 9. the budget. “Without their input, we don’t get the results we’re expecting,” Lacey said, noting that a public-minded county council and strong county manager will engage employees and make them part of the solution. County officials must also keep the public informed and welcome citizen input, he said. Lacey wants to streamline county government. He co-founded the NEPA Tea Party to push for lower taxes, less government and a return to constitutional principles. He is a registered Republican but is running on a Libertarian nomination. While the new council is prohibited from interfering with day-to-day operations, Lacey said the council must still monitor the manager’s performance. “I think it’s important that we don’t pick a county manager and let he or she just take over, because we need to be that influence,” he said. The area’s strong work ethic is known throughout the country, but so it its reputation for corruption, he said. He recently spoke to a company representative who had to deal with an issue involving a county road, and the worker’s head office told him its legal office would handle the matter because Luzerne was the “most corrupt county in the nation.” “This pay to play, we can’t be part of,” Lacey said. He recalls a job he obtained as an 18-year-old working for Wilkes-Barre city. He had to pick up 50-gallon drums on Public Square and dump the contents into a truck, and he worked at a steady pace. Another worker ordered him to slow down so the crew wouldn’t be assigned to another location. That mindset still exists today and encourages government slackers, he said.

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Salvatore Licata

Tim McGinley

Salvatore Licata said he would be comfortable accepting the responsibility of a Luzerne County Council seat because he’s always viewed himself as a leader. Licata told a Times Leader endorsement panel that he has no problem making decisions, though he would listen to other opinions. SALVATORE LICATA “I have always been a decisionmaker. I think that’s imporAge: 60 tant. Council is going to have Political party: Democrat to make decisions, and I’ve Residence: Pittston always based my decisions on Education: Bachelor’s degree, listening to what people say, Temple University; graduate reviewing the facts, working courses, Penn State University. with others and coming up Work experience: Social studies with what’s best for that teacher, Pittston Area School particular body,” Licata said. District, 35 years; head football Licata, who is part of the coach, Pittston Area, five years; union-endorsed “Working now retired. Families for Luzerne County” Family: Married to Cynthia; son, slate, said he decided to run Guy; one granddaughter. because he wants “to see this government work.” He said the new home rule charter was designed to attract “regular people” who have common sense to serve on council. He said he has a track record of experience serving on boards for more than three decades, including the Greater Pittston YMCA board, the Luzerne-Wyoming County Drug and Alcohol Commission, the Pittston Parking Authority and the Luzerne County Transportation Authority. “I’m a hardworking person. I’m willing to do what’s necessary if elected to make sure the job is done right and our county moves in the right direction,” Licata said. He said he has no personal agenda. “I have no grand visions. I’m not using this as a means to get any place else. If elected, I’m going to serve, do my best, and when the term is over, ride into the sunset,” Licata said. Licata said he wants to focus on the delivery of county services and has a “passion” for the programs provided by county public service agencies, such as Children and Youth and Drug and Alcohol. Council members must work with the new manager to make sure the county services funded by taxpayers are the ones they “want and need” and that those services are run efficiently, he said. Licata said he sat through one day of county budget hearings and observed the struggle between managers who requested money to fund services and commissioners who are trying to contain costs. “It is a difficult process,” he said. He said he can’t assess the fringe benefits provided to county workers at this time because he hasn’t reviewed all collective bargaining agreements. He believes the state of the economy will prompt both sides – the employees and county – to meet to negotiate solutions.

Tim McGinley said he would reach out to the 10 other Luzerne County Council members to reach decisions if he’s elected. “We have to work at that – to build a consensus – so that everybody can support the decisions that come out of council,” the Kingston resident told a Times Leader endorsement panel. “That’s going to be a critical element because when you put TIM MCGINLEY 11 people in a room to make Age: 64 decisions, you have to build Political party: Democrat that consensus, and you have Residence: Kingston to make it open to everybody Education: Bachelor’s degree in so everybody can buy into chemistry, Wilkes University; that.” master’s degree in secondary McGinley said he understands the education, University of Scranton; structure and role of governcontinuing graduate studies in ment because he worked as a chemistry and educational leadpublic school teacher for three ership at both of those universities years and will retire at the end in addition to Lehigh University, of this year as administration Penn State University and Temple director at the Commission on University. Economic Opportunity (CEO). Work experience: 1969-1985, The agency covers social serWilkes-Barre Area School District, vice needs in the county, and chemistry teacher, wrestling McGinley has worked there for coach, athletic director; 1985-1999, a decade. Wyoming Valley West School He said he’s served on many large District, high school and elemencommittees and has been on tary school administrator; 1999both sides of collective bargainpresent, Commission on Economic ing agreements as a teacher Opportunity, administration direcand manager. tor; PIAA wrestling official for To prepare for a possible council more than 40 years. term, McGinley said he’s been Family: Married to the former talking to county residents. Mary Maloney; two children, Mi“I think what’s important to them chael and Erin. is a good, efficient county government that operates honestly, openly and with the best intent for the residents of the county,” he said. He said he’d like to generate more revenue by examining fees for county services. The county may also increase some services that are in public demand to raise money, he said. McGinley said he would look for efficiencies to save money and said several employees have suggested a change in software programs to reduce costs. He expects the county manager to make suggestions on recommended changes in the fringe benefits allotted to employees, and he wants more uniformity among different unions. McGinley said changes in salaries and compensation packages are occurring nationally because of the economy. “I think people are ready to sit down and talk about things of that nature,” he said. The new county manager must be a “real workhorse and someone that people have confidence in,” he said. McGinley said he has demonstrated honesty and integrity. He promises to be accessible to the public and media. “I feel passionate about Luzerne County, and I would work to make Luzerne County the finest county in the state,” he said.

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M. Theresa Morcavage M. Theresa Morcavage said she would bring a level head to Luzerne County government if she’s elected to county council. “I am a very fair and honest person. I am able to look at all sides of a situation and be able to determine what has to be done,” the retired county worker told a Times Leader endorsement panel. Morcavage said she enjoys M. THERESA MORCAVAGE solving problems. “That’s my expertise. I look at Age: 62 things and sit down and work Political party: Democrat out solutions. I’m a team Residence: Plymouth player — not a grandstander,” Education: Coughlin High School. she said. Work experience: 1986-2008, Luzerne County mapping depart- She said her former colleagues in the courthouse know she ment; 36 years as an instructor at would be willing to work with Weight Watchers. Family: Single; two children; four them and not try to “congrandchildren. demn them.” Morcavage retired in November 2008 and served as chief union steward for the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) union in the county the last seven years of her employment Her training as chief steward taught her to distinguish between a “true complaint” and personal gripe, she said. That role also gave her experience in contract negotiations and county budgets, said Morcavage, who is part of the union-endorsed “Working Families for Luzerne County” slate. She wants to examine “wasteful spending” in the county, saying she has an idea of areas to study from her time working in the county. For example, she believes there is an “overabundance” of management in the county. The county could also save money by reducing the number of properties leased for county offices, she said. Morcavage said she’d like to negotiate uniform benefit packages into county union contracts. She does not oppose allowing employees to carry unused sick days from year to year but believes better tracking procedures are needed to make sure the benefit is not abused. Though she believes the new council members should work together, she said she would speak out if she sees any improper behavior. She said she felt powerless to correct problems in county government as an employee and saw an opportunity to implement change by running for council. “I just feel that someone should be there to keep an eye on what’s going on, someone who understood what was happening so you won’t allow it to happen again,” she said. Morcavage believes county commissioners should have paid more attention to “actual work” being performed in county offices. She said she would keep an eye on offices to make sure employees – both union and management – were performing required duties.

Jeremy Packard Rick Morelli Rick Morelli said most of his fellow Luzerne County Council candidates are promising to be transparent and independent, but he has a track record both as a home rule charter drafter and home rule transition member for more than two years. “If you follow me, I’ve been totally independent, and I’m so proud of that. I come in, and I’m going to make decisions based off of what I feel RICK MORELLI is best,” the Sugarloaf Township Age: 40 resident told a Times Leader Political party: Republican endorsement panel. Residence: Sugarloaf Township He said he’s been criticized for Education: Bachelor’s degree in asking too many questions, but finance, Villanova University; MBA he won’t stop. in finance, St. Joseph’s University “I’m no one’s rubber stamp. I’m in Philadelphia. going to be vocal, and that’s what Work experience: Sixteen years in I’m going to continue to bring to the financial services industry at the table,” he said. Prudential Investments, Citigroup, the Investment Center and Trans- Morelli said he’s the only candidate who was involved in both the america; ADHD awareness stratecharter drafting and transition. gic customer specialist at Shire Pharmaceuticals; owner of the He said he attended more than Sleep & Wellness Center of Grea100 home rule meetings and ter Hazleton. interviewed other home rule Family: Married to Doreen. counties to learn about their procedures. He has an MBA in finance and owns a business. He also served on the Hazleton Area School Board, which has a budget and staff size similar to the county. He said he’s familiar with mandated services and funding streams and what may be cut, and he has negotiated contracts. “Altogether, I’m prepared for this,” he said, noting that he was among three council candidates who attended a county hearing about the proposed 2012 budget. “I want to pay close attention to how this budget is going to be handed over because realistically council only has 45 days to change this budget,” he said. Experience is important because the new council will build a new government from scratch, he said. He believes council members should break into oversight committees based on the structure of county divisions. Morelli wants to post council meetings on the web, saying the public service could be “done very cheaply.” He won’t take the $8,000 council salary, saying he’s not taking the post for the money and doesn’t want anyone to accuse him of financially benefiting from a charter that he helped to draft. Morelli said he wants the new manager to develop a five-year plan spelling out targets for staff size, debt repayment and revenue. He believes all council members should post contact information on the county website to obtain public feedback, though he stressed that council members can’t dictate directives to the manager or other employees. He said one of his biggest “pet peeves” on the home rule study commission and transition group has been that decisions are “made behind the scenes.”

Tim Mullen Tim Mullen said he’s disciplined with his personal finances and would be the same way with taxpayer funds if he’s elected to Luzerne County Council. “I would certainly run this county like I run my own house. A lot of it is just common sense,” the Kingston Township resident told a Times Leader endorsement panel. The fringe benefits for county workers must be in line with those provided in the private sector, Mullen said, noting that his own TIM MULLEN health insurance payment has Age: 52 quadrupled in the last four Political party: Libertarian years. Residence: Kingston Township “I talk to people every day that Education: Associate’s degree in are on the verge of losing their nursing from Luzerne County homes, and they’re the ones Community College. I’m fighting for,” he said. “I’m Work experience: 23 years in the going to tell it like it is.” Army reserves, retiring in 2008; Mullen said streamlining is needregistered nurse at the Hampton ed, though he’d prefer staff House, Hanover Township, from reductions through attrition. 1994 to the present. County workers will have to Family: Wife, Margaret; stepson, sacrifice, and citizens might Lucas; two adult daughters, Amanhave to give up services, he da and Kristen. said. He’s already on the record that he will never vote to raise property taxes or borrow more money in the county. He ran against state Rep. Phyllis Mundy in November because he perceived a lack of leadership. He lost and took a break but soon got fired up about problems in county government. “I just don’t see anybody willing to lead and tell the people the truth about the trouble we’re in, from the county right on up to the federal government,” he said. He rounded up 2,200 signatures to get on the ballot as a Libertarian, though he only needed 995. Mullen said he also personally handed out campaign literature to about 7,000 people. “We are by far the most fiscally conservative party, and that is what this county sorely needs is some fiscal discipline,” he said of Libertarians. He said he’s financially stable because he invested heavily in the gold and silver market the last few years, and he’d be willing to switch to part-time hours at work if he needs to devote more time to the council post. He said he would never “shortchange” residents. He voted against the home rule charter, in large part because he wanted voters to keep their right to elect a sheriff. Mullen said he also sees some positives in the charter and ultimately believes the people elected to run county government have more impact than the government system. Mullen would like to revise the charter to give the elected county controller more power over monitoring payments. He believes voters are more accepting of candidates from third parties today and said he would be a “check and balance,” watching the actions of council members from other parties.

Jeremy Packard said he would provide an independent voice on Luzerne County Council because he’s running as an Independent. “If there is no independent voice on some issues, there’s no question that party loyalty and party persuasiveness will influence the formation of a majority,” the retired Wyoming Seminary president told a Times Leader endorsement panel. JEREMY PACKARD Packard pushed for passage of the county’s new home rule Age: 73 charter as part of the “Home Political party: Independent Rule Yes” steering commitResidence: Kingston tee. As he celebrated the Education: Graduated from the charter’s victory, some Choate School in Wallingford, suggested he run for a seat. Conn., in 1955; earned a bachelor’s He switched his registration degree in history from Williams from Republican to IndeCollege in Williamstown, Mass., in pendent and collected more 1959 and a master’s in history than the 995 names refrom Columbia University in Manquired to get on the ballot. hattan, N.Y., in 1964. Packard said he wholeheartWork experience: Served as presiedly supported the charter’s dent at Wyoming Seminary from inclusion of an appointed 1990-2007 before retiring. He’s county manager, saying a currently an adjunct, part-time county the size of Luzerne history faculty member at Miserneeds a professional to run icordia University. daily operations. He believes Family: Married to Ingrid Cronin it is “inevitably politically with three children. Packard also influenced and not efficient” has two children from a previous for three elected commismarriage. sioners, or a majority of two, to perform that role. He believes council members should try to spend some time in the county courthouse meeting with the public and becoming familiar with the operations of various departments. However, council must decide as a group how to evaluate the performance of the new manager without interfering with the manager’s duties. It will be a “fine line,” he said. Packard said some council members who are used to the outgoing government form could be inappropriately tempted to give directions to workers and seek jobs for constituents. “It is going to take quite a while to work out and to have everyone on the council get used to and understand what they can do and what they can’t do in terms of contact with county employees, and I think a lot of people haven’t really thought about that very much,” he said. Packard said all options to reduce spending and increase revenue must be considered with an open mind. He’s not in favor of tax increases but said it would be “short sighted” for council members to promise that they would never raise taxes under any circumstance, particularly if the new manager presents a budget with a tax increase as the only alternative. He also said he doesn’t favor a “slash and burn operation” to cover budget shortfalls, but some staff reductions may be warranted. Packard questions what candidates intend to do if they make campaign statements that they won’t raise taxes or lay off employees. He said his background in education and management is a plus because he had to work with students, parents and trustees with different views. He also noted his experience with managing and evaluating employees and analyzing spreadsheets, budgets and contracts.

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John Ruckno said he would bring money management and business experience to Luzerne County Council if he wins a seat on Nov. 8. Now retired, Ruckno was formerly president of Forty Fort Lumber Co., a family-owned business, and also worked as a financial adviser and money manager. Ruckno said he had to meet budgets, oversee personnel and “be accountable” in his professional career. “What I’m really basing my qualifications on is my financial JOHN RUCKNO and business acumen,” he told Age: 62 a Times Leader endorsement Political party: Republican panel. Residence: Dallas Ruckno said he collaborates well Education: Bachelor’s degree in with people and is a good humanities from Bloomsburg listener. University. “I’m not so stubborn that I won’t Work experience: Formerly presilisten to suggestions or good dent of Forty Fort Lumber Co., a arguments,” Ruckno said. He believes the county must family-owned business; financial require managers to justify adviser, Josephthal & Co.; trust expenditures from scratch in officer and portfolio manager, the budget. The size of the Mellon Financial; currently retired. county workforce must also be Family: Married to the former reduced because of the $415 Rebecca Kennedy; two children million in outstanding debt. Heidi and John. “I think we need to start working on paying down the debt and balancing the budget and not increasing our debt, so I think the most prudent way or efficient way is to shrink the size of government or outsource parts of the services,” Ruckno said. “Whatever’s the most economical I think we should do it.” Ruckno said he does not want to comment at this time on specific county services that may be viable for outsourcing. Fringe benefits for county employees must be evaluated, he said. “I think benefits ought to mirror the private sector. There shouldn’t be any special privileges for government employees,” he said. Choosing a “very qualified” manager with no political or familial ties to the county is the most pressing task facing the new council, he said. Ruckno said he does not want to become affiliated with any council coalitions and said council seats should not be political. “I think of myself as a public servant — not as a Republican or any party affiliation. My party is not my master. It’s the people of this county,” he said. The new county ethics code is of particular interest to Ruckno, who said he wants to eliminate ethical breaches, cronyism, favoritism and nepotism. For example, he wants to make sure the new code requires people to speak up if they see ethics violations in the county, as opposed to making such reporting optional. Ruckno said he was inspired to run for the office after attending a presentation about the new home rule charter last year.

Eileen M. Sorokas Eileen M. Sorokas said her ability to relate to Luzerne County residents would help the new county council. “I believe that I am one of best candidates because I’m just an average citizen,” the retiree told a Times Leader endorsement panel. “I’m not overeducated that I’m beyond the people. I’m just an average person that people could talk to and come and approach.” As evidence, she holds up a EILEEN M. SOROKAS list of suggestions to save Age: 63 money and improve county Political party: Democrat government that she obResidence: Wilkes-Barre tained on the campaign Education: Wilkes-Barre Township trail, including selective timbering on county-ownHigh School graduate; associate’s ed property and the usage degree in horticulture from Luof motion-activated lights zerne County Community College. in county buildings. Work experience: Factory worker at Leslie Fay from 1974 to 1995 and Sorokas said she solicited the feedback attending 130 at the Lord & Taylor Distribution events, though she hasn’t Center from 1997 to 1999. had time to research the Family: Married to Richard Soroviability of the suggestions kas. or how much money could be saved if they were implemented. Like most council candidates, Sorokas pledges to hire the best manager, make county government transparent, hold the line on taxes and eliminate waste and debt. She said she’s “ready to go” because she’s closely followed the home rule transition process and thoroughly studied the new charter. “I’m not afraid to work and work hard if I have to and find ways to find solutions to the problems that do occur,” Sorokas said. Sorokas said she will be independent and has refused campaign contributions. “I believe I could get on council free and clear,” she said. Hiring relatives would be a “no-no” for the new council, she said. Sorokas said she has union contract negotiating experience from her past factory employment. She attended a recent public meeting about county-owned Moon Lake Park in Plymouth Township and said she wants to find ways to increase revenue to maintain the park. Sorokas summarized her platform in a prepared statement: “I will try to strive for an honest, responsive and dependable government, one that will understand and serve the needs of the public.”

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Stephen A. Urban Stephen A. Urban said he’s acquired extensive knowledge about Luzerne County government in his 12 years as a commissioner, and he’s willing to provide background information to other county council members if he’s elected. Many county services, mandates and funding issues will remain the same under the new home rule government, he said. Extensive research may be necessary for council members to understand complicated items that appear on their meeting agendas for a vote, he said, noting that he had to put in a lot of time STEPHEN A. URBAN getting up to speed after he was first Age: 59 elected in 1999. Political party: Democrat “I’ve always believed that you have to Residence: Wilkes-Barre have some core competence before Education: Bachelor’s degree in you make a vote. You should know criminal justice, King’s College; the facts before you speak, and I’m two master’s degrees — one in willing to share that information with public administration from Golden other council members,” the WilkesGate University in California and Barre resident told a Times Leader endorsement panel. the other in national security and Urban said he would have no problem strategic studies from the U.S. stepping back and allowing the new Naval War College. county manager to run day-to-day Work experience: A retired Army operations. lieutenant colonel, Urban served 24 years of active duty and is a veteran He said he has a reputation for being accessible to the public and providing of the Persian Gulf War and Vietnam information to the public, and he War. He has served as a U.S. Army would continue to accept calls on his private to staff sergeant and as personal cell phone. second lieutenant to lieutenant He wants to urge council to keep a homecolonel and has been a county comstead tax exemption on primary resimissioner since 2000. dents and said council members should be free to propose improvements in Family: Married to Linda; two county government, rather than blindly children; one grandchild. following the manager. “I don’t think we want the manager running the council. I think the council should be a body that thinks on its own, and every individual – the 1 1 individuals – should provide input into new legislation or benefits or things they should give the public,” he said. Urban believes council members should form commissions to oversee groups of departments so they become experts in those areas and can share updates with other council members. He said he gained in-depth knowledge of the Wyoming Valley Levee system and its pumping stations serving as chairman of the county’s Flood Protection Authority for eight years. He said he also understands the nuances of contract negotiations. Urban still supports additional cuts in court branches and other county departments and believes the county should complete studies comparing county staffing to that of similarly sized counties. The county has reduced its budget from $142 million to $125 million in recent years and accessed grants and federal funding to pay for staff and repairs, including a $2 million stimulus funding award that paid for a new heating and air conditioning system, he said. “We’ve been out capturing as much revenue we can, and I think that’s reflective in our budget,” he said.

Rick Williams

Stephen J. Urban Stephen J. Urban said he wants to end “black eyes” in Luzerne County government and concentrate on fixing problems if he’s elected to county council. “The time for the bickering and the arguing needs to stop. We need to just hit the ground running and be able to talk to our fellow council people and provide the right solutions,” the Wilkes-Barre resident told a Times Leader endorsement panel. STEPHEN J. URBAN Urban said he is “very analytical.” Age: 37 “I look at everything and then Political party: Republican basically look at process and Residence: Wilkes-Barre work flow, seeing how we can make things more efficient.” Education: Attended Penn Urban said he identified improveState University and Luzerne ments that could have been County Community College made by his past corporate Work experience: Previously employers by talking to workers worked nine years at Commonat all levels of the companies and wealth Telephone in information observing procedures, though technology and as a help desk his feedback wasn’t sought by support technician for Manpowupper management. er; currently works at cable He said he works well with others company RCN Corp. and wants to examine issues Family: Single from “a people perspective.” The county’s website often has “a lot of white space” and could be revamped to make it more user-friendly and interactive, he said. More county reports and data should be added to the site, he said. Urban said he can’t provide specific plans on new revenue and cuts because he has to examine data. He said he doesn’t want to make promises he can’t keep. Hiring an “upstanding” and “ethical” manager must be the main focus of the freshman council, Urban said. “I’m going to go in there with an open set of eyes and look at the candidates that have applied for the position and make sure we choose the right person,” he said. Urban, the son of county Commissioner Stephen A. Urban, said he would tap his father’s knowledge of county government but would make up his own mind when voting. He said he’s been on his own since he was about 20 and has served as a Republican state committee member since 1998. “I’m out there just as much as he is. I know a whole different group of people than he knows,” Urban said. “He doesn’t make any of my decisions. He makes his own, and I make my own.” He wants to improve communication between the county and its 76 municipalities to try to consolidate services and share in bulk purchases to save money. Urban believes all county employees should work 40 hours per week. He said he would oppose “backroom deals.” “We’ve had enough corruption and scandal in this county to last us a lifetime. That time period is over. It’s time to move ahead, forge ahead, get Luzerne County back on track and get it back in the black.”

Rick Williams said he would take office as a Luzerne County Council member with an open mind and no alliances. He said he would analyze data, share views, listen to public input and vote his conscience on each issue, based on his view of what’s best for the county as a whole. “I’m amazed that that’s even a RICK WILLIAMS novel idea,” the Kingston resident told a Times LeadAge: 64 er endorsement panel. Political party: Independent Williams supported the home Residence: Kingston rule charter and originally Education: Master’s degree in tried to get others with business and bachelor’s degree in experience and skills to civil engineering from Cornell run, only to be told by one University; master’s of architecthat he shouldn’t be asking ture, Columbia University. others to run if he wouldn’t Work experience: Worked at Bohdo so himself. He took the lin Powell Larkin Cywinski (now advice to heart and rounded up 1,600 signatures to Bohlin Cywinski Jackson), in Wilkesget on the ballot as an Barre, before starting his own Independent contender. practice in Wilkes-Barre in 1983, The two-party political syswhich is now known as Williams, tem isn’t working well at Kinsman & Lewis Architecture. any government level and Family: Wife, Linda; two children, shouldn’t be an issue in a Lily and Oliver. county government that’s

responsible for overseeing local services, he said. “At the county level there are no differences between Democratic and Republican policies for courts, wills, deeds, human services, parks, clean water, flood protection,” Williams said. “People cooperating and working together solve problems — not party politics.” Williams said his business and architectural experience would be an asset on council. “Architecture in itself is a complex process. I believe I have the skills to gather information, analyze information, to work with others with many points of view, to find common solutions and to make tough decisions.” As a business owner with a master’s degree in business, Williams said he understands financial statements, budgeting and personnel and pension plan management. Williams wants to see more uniformity in county union contracts that have varying fringe benefits and expiration dates. The county could negotiate changes that would take effect when the final contract is renewed to be fair to all employees. He also believes all workers should work 40 hours per week. Paying down debt and streamlining financial reports for the public are among his priorities. “There’s a lot of confusion and complexity around the financial systems and I hope that can be simplified so reports can be timely and available to the public and readable. Right now that’s not the case,” he said. Williams said his sole interest is starting the new government “on a good foundation.” “I have no ax to grind. I have no hunger for power and I have no party to serve.”

Jane Walsh-Waitkus

Jane Walsh-Waitkus said she has served in public office before and ran a business — experience that would benefit Luzerne County if she’s elected to the new county council. Currently a Penn State Hazleton professor, she served four years on Laflin Borough Council about 14 years ago and was the former owner of Walsh Real Estate Corp. “I know how to budget. I know how to JANE WALSH-WAITKUS manage. I know what to look for when we need to hire people,” the Dorrance Age: 63 Township resident told a Times LeadPolitical party: Democrat er endorsement panel. Residence: Dorrance Township Walsh-Waitkus said she entered the race Education: Bachelor’s degree, because she wants to help people and Misericordia University; master’s is concerned about the county’s degree in education, University of future. the District of Columbia; master’s “I’ve got five grandchildren. We’ve got to degree in English Literature, Uniturn things around. We’ve got to get a versity of Scranton. handle on the debt, and we just have to Work experience: Former owner/ give the county a fresh start in a new broker/CEO of Walsh Real Estate direction,” she said. “I’m a candidate of the people. I’m not a professional Corp., Pittston; English and American politician.” studies professor and director of the She said she excels at interpreting compliTeaching and Learning Resource cated documents and making decisions. Center at Penn State Hazleton. She served on professional recruitment Family: Married to Frank; three searches at Penn State. children; five grandchildren. Tenacity and optimism are among her attributes, she said. “People tell me I’m really good at arguing,” she said. “I’m quite good at that, but I do it in a way that’s very respectful.” Walsh-Waitkus is part of the union-endorsed “Working Families for Luzerne County” slate and said she would not want to eliminate county jobs because more employment is needed in the area — not less. “We’ve got to be fair and just about this. I want to help working families — not hurt them,” Walsh-Waitkus said. She said she can’t critique the fringe benefits of county employees at this time because she’d have to gather more information. She promised to be an advocate for taxpayers, particularly senior citizens, including her 89-year-old mother who is on a fixed income and living in her own home. She also wants to focus heavily on customer service in county offices and to reach out to municipalities to encourage them to regionalize more services. Walsh-Waitkus said she doesn’t want to raise taxes and has been exploring other new revenue streams. For example, industries should be approached about buying naming rights to county-owned Moon Lake Park in Plymouth Township, she said. She said she has other ideas to boost revenue but can’t discuss them yet because they need “further development.” County officials must be “very careful” spending tax dollars, she said.

CANDIDATES BRIAN BERGMAN, BLYTHE H. EVANS III, JOYCE DOMBROSKI-GEBHARDT, GINA NEVENGLOSKY By JENNIFER LEARN-ANDES jandes@timesleader.com

Four candidates declined interviews with a Times Leader endorsement panel – Gina Nevenglosky, Blythe H. Evans III, Joyce Dombroski-Gebhardt and Brian Bergman. Bergman did not respond to messages, while the other three said they were unable to fit interviews into their schedules. Nevenglosky, 51, a Republican from Dorrance Township, attended college and works in promotions and sales. A township Republican committeewoman, Nevenglosky is married to Joe Ne-

venglosky and has four children. She has said she is honest and would focus on increasing the quality and efficiency of county services. “I want to be there for the taxpayers, to watch and make sure things don’t return to the way they used to be,” she said before the primary. Evans, 37, a Republican from Plymouth, has an associate’s degree in military history from Valley Forge Military College, a bachelor’s degree in history from Moravian College and an associate’s degree in legal studies from

Harrisburg Community College. He previously worked in plant virology for the Pennsylvania Department of Evans Agriculture in Harrisburg and currently owns and operates two businesses in Plymouth -- Evans Rentals L.L.C. and SoundCloud Studios. Evans recently married Jessica Ohl. He has said he wants to try to lower taxes and create awareness

about protecting natural resources. “I want to put citizens first, and I want to protect the environment,” he Gebhardt has said. Dombroski-Gebhardt, 54, a Republican from Kingston, has an associate’s degree in office science technology from Luzerne County Community College. She has worked as a stenographer at the Pentagon, as executive secretary to the business

manager at the State Correctional Institution at Dallas and an administrative assistant to the president of Wilkes UniNevenglosky versity. Dombroski-Gebhardt is single and has three adult children and one grandchild. She has said she won’t hesitate to cut spending if she’s elected. “I absolutely do not want taxes raised, especially for the senior citizens,” she has said. “I firmly

believe we will be able to make the cuts without raising taxes.” Bergman, 38, an information technology professional from Hanover Township, is running as a Libertarian. He could not be reached for comment on his educational background and work experience. He has said he decided to run because he was “sick and tired” of problems in county government. “I think there are so many people who are so fed up with the two big parties, they’re definitely looking at other people, other options,” Bergman has said.

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Leighton squares off with challengers By BILL O’BOYLE boboyle@timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE — Will this be Tom Leighton’s toughest challenge as he tries to win a third term as the city’s mayor? That’s the big question that voters will answer Tuesday when Leighton squares off against two challengers — Republican Lisa Cope and Libertarian Betsy Summers. For nearly a year now, Leighton has been dealing with criticism. He hired his children and relatives for summer jobs. It was revealed that the city paid for a home security system for the mayor and former administrator J.J. Murphy at a cost of approximately $14,000. Allegations have been made of missing city credit card statements — Leighton says the statements aren’t missing; he says they were never sent because there was a zero balance and no charges for the months in question. The issue of the former Old River Road Bakery has not been resolved and Leighton has been accused of favoring Leo Glodzik, owner of LAG Towing Co., the city’s contracted towing company. Critics have claimed Leighton has seen that Glodzik gets favorable treatment when buying city properties and terms of his towing contract have not been enforced, while the city looks the other way when Glodzik charges “exorbitant” fees for towing. And the tumultuous second term of Leighton, 51, has included legal battles with the city’s firefighters — a $1 million award resulted in a tax increase of 13 mills — and a lawsuit filed by a city resident who tried to keep a fire house open; the suit cost the city some $69,000. Leighton has campaigned on his record — one that he says shows the city regaining its credit rating after inheriting a $10.8 million deficit when the mayor took office in 2004. He points to new businesses that have opened in the city, generating nearly $750,000 in annual revenue. He said the Intermodal Transportation Center, Movies 14 Theater Complex, new streetlights and sidewalks downtown, additional police officers, a citywide camera surveillance system, a housing project in North End and a regional emergency response agreement have all improved the quality of life for city residents and made Wilkes-Barre more attractive to businesses and visitors. And Leighton has a decided advantage in spending money. Leighton has nearly $95,000 for the campaign compared to just over $1,000 for each of his opponents. Cope, 45, and Summers,

54, have been relying on going door-to-door to meet as many voters as possible to get the word out about their campaigns. The two challengers had a recent conversation that included perhaps one of them (Cope) throwing her support to Summers. Two college political science professors say with two challengers, Leighton stands a better chance of retaining his seat than if just one person was running against him. Leighton also enjoys a large advantage in voter registration — more than 15,000 Democrats are registered in the city, compared to 4,200 Republicans and far less “others” like Libertarians. In 2007, Leighton won with 4,625 votes to 2,401 for his Republican challenger, Linda Stets Urban. Cope and Summers have campaigned largely on the theme that it’s time for a change in the city. They said they will bring fairness to the mayor’s office and rid City Hall of political cronyism. Summers wants to reduce the earned income tax from 3 percent to .5 percent, which would remove more than $9 million in revenue from the city’s general fund. Summers said the reduction would be gradual and the lost revenue could be made up my making cuts and attracting more residents to the city. Summers would cut the mayor’s salary by $10,000, to a $70,000-per-year job, and she would eliminate the pension. The position would become parttime after her first two years in office, she said. Summers also wants to eliminate City Council’s pensions and benefits. Summers also wants an independent audit of city departments to stop waste and mismanagement where possible. She advocates changing policies on the licensing of city contractors, permits, and inspections. Cope said she will increase the quality of life in the neighborhoods and work to grow the city’s businesses and residents. Cope is 13th on the hiring list for the city police department. Her husband is a city police officer. Cope said she would not resign from the mayor’s post if her number was called for a police position. She said she wants to crack down on absentee landlords and warned that criminals and drug dealing residents will not be tolerated. Cope said the city needs to become more business-friendly. She said she would look for incentives to attract new employers to the downtown and more jobs would translate to more revenue for the general fund.

CANDIDATES FOR WILKES-BARRE CITY CONTROLLER • Kathy Kane, Democrat • Karen Ceppa, Republican

TOM LEIGHTON Age: 51 Residence: Reliance Drive Seeking: Third term as Mayor of Wilkes-Barre Party: Democrat Occupation: Mayor, Realtor Education: Bishop Hoban High School, King’s College Family: Wife, Patty; children, Kelly Lynn, 26, Thomas, 22, Courtney, 20

LISA COPE Age: 45 Residence: High Street Seeking: Mayor of Wilkes-Barre Party: Republican Occupation: Supervisor at Lord & Taylor Education: GAR High School; attended Luzerne County Community College Family: Husband, Dana; daughter, Jessica, 27, son, Ross, 26

BETSY SUMMERS Age: 54 Office seeking: Mayor of Wilkes-Barre Political Party: Libertarian Home: South Welles Street, WilkesBarre Occupation: Sales representative for veterinary pharmaceutical company Education: Associate of Arts degree with major in equine science and a minor in business from Centenary College in New Jersey Family: Single, one child

CANDIDATES FOR WILKES-BARRE CITY COUNCIL • District A: George Brown, Democrat; Claire Wert, Republican • District B: Tony George, Democrat; Vincent Guarneri, Republican • District C: Maureen Lavelle, Democrat; Stephen J. Urban, Republican; Sam Troy, Independent • District D: Bill Barrett, incumbent Democrat; Linda Urban, Republican • District E: Mike Merritt, incumbent Democrat; Virgil Argenta, Republican

Candidates bid for school board seats By MARK GUYDISH mguydish@timesleader.com

Voters will be filling at least five of nine seats in each of Luzerne County’s 11 school districts Tuesday. Winners will likely face another year of massive budget shortfalls that already forced program and staffing cuts this year. The number of candidates equals the number of open seats in four races — Greater Nanticoke Area, Hanover Area, Pittston Area and Wyoming Valley West — leaving no real competition in those districts. At Lake-Lehman — which elects members by region — only Region Two has any competition, where Karen Masters won both party nominations in May while James Welby won the Republican nod and Philip Lipski the Democratic nomination... Crestwood arguably has had the quirkiest race of the year. Only two candidates ran for five open seats in

May: Gene Mancini and Ken Malkemes, who won both party nominations. The other winners were determined by write-ins, including incumbent Jerry Orloski, who initially did not run but mounted a write-in campaign after seeing the dearth of candidates. Among write-ins, Orloski and Michael Marshall won both party nominations, while William Thomas won on the Republican ticket and John Mullisky on the Democratic side. Dallas saw incumbent Dennis Gocheol Jr. lose his bid for re-election in May while incumbents Gary Mathers and Russell Bigus chose not to run. The primary ended with incumbents Bruce Goeringer and Catherine Wega joined by newcomers Colleen Slocum and Larry Schuler as winners on both party tickets. Fred Parry won a Republican nomination and Jeff Thomas a Democratic one... Hazleton Area likewise has six can-

didates running for five seats. Four won both party nominations in May: Incumbents Robert Childs, Brian Earley and Tony Bonomo and newcomer Robbie Wallace. Mary Degenhart Yanac won a Republican nod and Rocco Formica won on the Democratic ticket. Northwest Area’s ballot actually has more people running for five fouryear seats now than in May. In the primary, incumbents Al Gordon, Daryl Morgan and Gerald Conger competed with Jeff Pierontoni, Joseph Federici and Ralph Killian. All were cross-filed. Federici won nominations on both tickets while Gordon won only the Republican nomination and Pierontoni won only on the Democratic ticket. Which meant all six would be back on the November ballot. But two events reshaped the race. First, Lisa Schoenhofen resigned from the board with more than two years remaining on her term. A spe-

cial, 2-year seat was added to Tuesday’s ballot, and each party was given the chance to appoint a candidate. The school board appointed former member Randy Tomasacci to fill the slot until the election. Second, Federici withdrew from the race. Each party could appoint a candidate to replace him on Tuesday’s ballot. Those two people are Tomasacci on the Republican ticket and Gary Boberick on the Democratic side, both joining the other Primary winners in seeking the five available four-year seats. But the parties did not name anyone to run for the two-year seat, Luzerne County Election Bureau Director Leonard Piazza said. That seat is still on the ballot, but residents can only cast write-in votes. The person who gets the most valid write-ins could win the seat without spending a day campaigning. Wilkes-Barre Area voters have sev-

en candidates racing for five seats. Incumbent Maryanne Toole and former board member James Susek won both party nominations in May, along with John Quinn and Dino Galella. Kathy Grinaway won the Republican nomination for the fifth seat while Louis Elmy won the Democratic nomination. They are joined by Sam Troy, running as an Independent. Wyoming Area had the most competitive primary among county school boards, with 10 candidates — all cross-filed — seeking the five available seats. When votes were finalized, incumbents Catherine Estelle Campenni and Tony Valenti had won both party nominations, along with Deanna Farrell and Beth GoberMangan. Incumbent Nicholas DeAngelo won a Democratic nomination and Carl Yorina Jr. won on the Republican side. They are joined by Mary Louise Degnan, running as an independent.

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FACT CHECK

The myths of Obamacare in GOP campaign

By CALVIN WOODWARD and RICARDO ALONSO-ZALDIVAR Associated Press

WASHINGTON — To hear some Republican presidential candidates tell it, the president’s pen is a magic wand that can make “Obamacare” vanish in one day and sweep in cheaper health care, economic growth and lots of jobs in businesses freed from the health care law’s heavy hand. But there is no such fairy dust in Washington. Across the board, the contenders pledge to repeal the health law they denigrate as “Obamacare.” In doing so, some are more realistic than others about what they can achieve and how fast. The Republican case against the law comes with a dose of myth-making that may raise false hopes among voters who wish it could, in fact, simply go “poof.” If the overhaul is to fall, it won’t happen overnight with a new GOP administration. Any dismantling promises to be just as much of a slog as was its creation. Mitt Romney has been the most persistent in claiming that as president, he would free states from the law’s requirements with an executive order on his first day in charge, even though he would have no authority to do so. Rick Perry has held out the prospect of lower health insurance premiums once the law is gone, citing research that actually tells a mostly different story. Herman Cain would like to turn repeal into a birthday present of sorts. He says if Congress moves fast enough he’d sign the repeal March 23, 2013 — his son’s birthday and the third anniversary of the law’s signing. All place the law’s repeal as a chief component of their plans to grow the economy and jobs, rightly noting the overhaul’s myriad regulations but overselling the ability of one act of legislative subtraction to lift all boats. A look at some of the claims in the Republican campaign and how they compare with the facts: ROMNEY: “One thing I’d do on Day One if I’m elected president

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en her a wealth of experience. Musto Carroll said she’s handled every type of case, ranging from murder to child abuse cases to drug and white-collar crimes. She cited high-profile homicide cases in which she has taken part, including the recent first-degree murder conviction of Elvis Riccardi, charged in the June 2009 beating death of a Plymouth man. She has also argued cases

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Republican presidential candidate and former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney, speaks in Redmond, Wash. To hear some Republican presidential candidates tell it, the president’s pen is a magic wand that can make Obamacare vanish in one day and sweep in cheaper health care, economic growth and lots of jobs in businesses freed from the health care laws heavy hand. But there is no such fairy dust in Washington. Across the board, the contenders pledge to repeal the overhaul. In doing so, some are more realistic than others about what they can achieve and how fast.

is direct my secretary of health and human services to put an executive order granting a waiver from Obamacare to all 50 states. It is bad law. It will not work. And I’ll get that done on Day One.” — Claim in Sept. 7 debate, which he echoed in most other debates. PERRY: “And I’ll promise you, on Day One, as the president of the United States, that executive order will be signed and Obamacare will be wiped out as much as it can be.” — Sept. 7 debate. CAIN: “I’m going to un-pass it on my son’s birthday.” — Nov. 2

forum with the GOP’s Congressional Health Care Caucus. MICHELE BACHMANN: “With all due respect ... issuing an executive order will not overturn this massive law.” — Sept. 7 debate. THE FACTS: Bachmann is right, and it’s not the first time she corrected her rivals on the matter. A president cannot overturn a law with an executive order. Moreover, the health law lays out an onerous process for letting individual states off the hook from

before the state Supreme and Superior courts. Salavantis has said she wanted to run for the seat to give the county a fresh start. “We will have a new form of government and new judges restructuring the judiciary. I believe that the people of this county want a change in all aspects of county government, including the office of district attorney,” Salavantis has said. If elected, Salavantis said she would focus on prosecution in addition to justice, protecting citizens’ rights and administering

the office with integrity. She said every district attorney has relied heavily on experienced assistants to try criminal cases on a daily basis, and she would do the same. Salavantis, who maintains her practice in the Citizens Bank Building in Wilkes-Barre and has also been an associate of attorney Robert Panowicz and his firm for about a year, also promised to seek input on the needs of elected officials, teachers and law enforcement officers who are battling drugs and violence to keep children safe.

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licitor for Luzerne County Children & Youth Services. Rogers says she specializes in family law, general civil and commercial litigation and other matters, including contract disputes. Rogers had previously worked with Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn. She ran for judge in 2009. Michael Vough, of West Pittston, is a part-time assistant district attorney with a private practice and more than 20 years experience as a lawyer. Vough says he has prosecuted 150 jury trials, achieving 147 convictions and has convicted offenders on more than 1,500 charges, including 71 homicides. As a civil attorney, Vough has handled cases ranging from divorces to estates and wills and has served more than 3,000 clients. Richard Hughes, of Mountain Top, is an assistant district attorney with a private practice and over 25 years practicing as a lawyer. Hughes says he has tried more than 35 jury trials to verdict and was lead counsel on five homicide cases, as well as being able to handle several civil matters at his practice, including estate planning and real estate matters. He ran for judge in 2009.

its requirements; that process cannot begin until 2017. For a state to be granted a waiver, it must show that it will provide coverage that is at least as comprehensive and affordable as under the federal law. Also, a state has to insure a comparable number of its residents, and its plan must not add to the federal deficit by shifting costs to Washington. Finally, a state has to enact its own health law setting up the system envisioned in its waiver request. Romney’s assertion also im-

plies that all states would want to get out of the health care law. That’s a doubtful proposition for Democratic-leaning states. Cain recognizes that for the law to be repealed, Congress must act. But presidents don’t set the congressional calendar, and even if Republicans can secure a 60-vote majority that gives them control of the Senate, the train of legislation seldom runs on schedule.

JACKIE MUSTO CARROLL

STEFANIE SALAVANTIS

Age: 50 Education: Attended Penn State University; bachelor of science in business administration from the University of Scranton; juris doctor in 1985 from the Temple University School of Law Community affiliations: Kiwanis Club of Pittston; former board member of the Catholic Youth Center, Wilkes-Barre; the Pennsylvania District Attorney’s Association and the National District Attorney’s Association. Family: Husband, Timothy Carroll; three sons; daughter of Gerard and Domenica Musto

Age: 29 Education: Temple University, bachelor’s degree in business management; Thomas Cooley Law School, juris doctor Community affiliations: Greater WilkesBarre Chamber of Commerce; Luzerne County Young Republicans; Young Lawyers Division of the Wilkes-Barre Law and Library Association Family: single; parents, Harry and Cletta Salavantis; four siblings

DICK HUGHES

MOLLY HANLON MIRABITO

Age: 50 Education: Graduate of Cornell University, bachelor of arts in government and history; Boston University School of Law, juris doctor Law experience: Has participated in jury trials and other court proceedings at the state and federal level; was part of a team that coordinated and planned class action of juveniles affected by corruption in Luzerne County juvenile court Community affiliations: Chair of the Maternal and Family Health Services; former board member of the Luzerne County Commission for Women and the Association for Retarded Citizens; on the board of directors and executive committee for Temple Israel, among others Family: Husband, attorney Barry Dyller; sons, Nathan and Benjamin

Age: 50 Education: A graduate of Lafayette College; attended Oxford University’s Magdalen College Legal Studies Program and earned his law degree from the Washington and Lee School of Law. Law experience: Current assistant district attorney; in private practice since the late 1980s; solicitor for zoning hearing boards of Jackson Township, Dorrance Township, Harveys Lake and Bear Creek Village. Community affiliations: The Forty Fort Cemetery Association, Leadership Wilkes-Barre Mentor Program, Northeast Counseling Services, coaching youth sports. Family: Wife, Ruth Hughes; children, Callie, Ellen and Richard.

Age: 49 Education: Graduate of King’s College and the University of Notre Dame School of Law Law experience: Private practice since 1987; former per-diem law clerk to visiting senior judges in Luzerne County; appointed by county court to serve as a master in divorce and real estate matters Community affiliations: Previously served on the Forty Fort Ambulance Association board and was a member of the Forty Fort Civil Commission; also previously coached Bishop O’Reilly High School Mock Trial Team and has served on a number of boards, including VISION and Family Services Association. Family: Husband, Michael Mirabito

Age: 44 Education: University of Delaware, bachelor of arts in English/journalism; Widener University School of Law, juris doctor Law experience: Previously spent several years as a parttime solicitor for Luzerne County Children & Youth and previously as a senior associate attorney at the Hourigan, Kluger and Quinn law firm Community affiliations: Board of directors, Music Box Repertory Company; past board member of the Northeastern Pennsylvania Boy Scouts of America; Northeastern Pennsylvania Junior Achievement and Big Brothers Big Sisters Family: Single, daughter of Ronald and Madge Rogers; brother, Douglas; nephew Dylan and niece Kaitlyn

••• PERRY: “According to CBO’s own calculations, repealing Obamacare will reduce the cost of health insurance premiums and reduce federal spending on health care.” — His economic plan. THE FACTS: No one can be

••• ROMNEY: “On Day One, granting a waiver to all 50 states See MYTHS, Page 11B

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JENNIFER ROGERS

doesn’t stop in its tracks entirely Obamacare. That’s why I also say we have to repeal Obamacare, and I will do that on Day Two with a reconciliation bill, because, as you know, it was passed by reconciliation, 51 votes. We can get rid of it with 51 votes.” — Oct. 11 debate. THE FACTS: This is a strategy to undermine the law by starving it of money. Its only real chance is if Republicans win congressional majorities as well as the presidency or at the very least a rash of improbable Democratic defections in Congress. Although not a single-day project, it represents one threat to Obama’s law, if one with political risk and tough odds. Some core parts of the law are not dependent on annual budgeting. Going beyond the budget process to repeal the law in full is an even steeper climb. It would require a larger Republican congressional majority to move forward and to clinch 60 votes in the Senate — all this as the law increasingly takes root in the nation’s medical and insurance system. The law extends coverage to uninsured citizens and legal immigrants by providing tax credits to help middle-class households buy a policy and by expanding Medicaid for low-income people. It would require almost all people to carry health insurance, either through an employer, a government program or by individual purchase. It would set up health insurance markets in every state to make it easier for individuals and small business to buy coverage. It’s financed through tax increases and Medicare cuts.

JOSEPH SKLAROSKY, JR. Age: 42 Education: King’s College; Widener University School of Law, juris doctor Law experience: Current assistant public defender, private practice attorney since 1994, formerly court-appointed master in divorce and civil arbitration Community affiliations: Wyoming Valley Habitat for Humanity, Ruth’s Place, WilkesBarre Kiwanis, Knights of Columbus Council 6440, Mountain Top Youth Soccer Family: Wife, Megan; children Kate, Jack, Matthew and Norah

FRED PIERANTONI Age: 53 Education: Wilkes University, degree in political science; Temple University School of Law, juris doctor. Law experience: Former Luzerne County assistant district attorney; former civil litigator at Rosenn, Jenkins & Greenwald; private attorney since 1984; district judge since 1991. Community affiliations: District 14-W Lions International, Holy Mother of Sorrows Church, Irem Temple Shriner, UNICO, Dupont Polish American Citizens Club, Luzerne County Domestic Violence Task Force. Family: Wife, the former Donna McLarney; sons Freddie and Matt; parents Fred and Betty (Wozniak) Pierantoni

MICHAEL VOUGH Age: 47 Education: The University of Scranton, bachelor of science in accounting; University of Dayton Law School, juris doctor. Law experience: Admitted to the Pennsylvania Bar in 1989; private practice attorney since 1991; assistant district attorney since 1992; solicitor for the Greater Pittston Chamber of Commerce since 1998. Community affiliations: Former basketball coach and athletic director at St. Mary’s Assumption School, Pittston; solicitor and former chairman of Make A Wish Foundation; lector at Our Lady of the Eucharist Church, Pittston. Family: Wife, Cindy Forlenza Vough; children, Michael, Matthew, Nicholas and Jessica.

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momentum enables him to broaden his support in the next contests in South Carolina and Florida beyond that 25 percent base. But if the anti-Romney conservatives unite behind one candidate, that candidate could well defeat Romney. And with a bankroll to survive early setbacks, Perry remains most likely to become that candidate. Carl P. Leubsdorf is the former Washington bureau chief of the Dallas Morning News. Readers may write to him via email at: carl.p.leubsdorfgmail.com.

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Republican presidential candidate, Rep. Michele Bachmann, RMinn., speaks in Pella, Iowa.

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sure what would happen with premiums absent the health care law, but Perry’s use of a Congressional Budget Office analysis was selective, at best. The nonpartisan congressional accountants forecast that repeal of the law would raise premiums for people who get coverage from large-employer plans, not lower them, and that premiums could go either way for small-employer plans. About half the population is covered by such workbased insurance. The CBO says repeal of the law probably would result in lower premiums in the individual insurance market, which covers about 4 percent of the population. But there are important caveats. Many policyholders would probably end up paying more because they would not get the insurance subsidies provided under the law, the analysis says. Individual insurance policies on average would provide fewer benefits, and cover less of an enrollee’s health care expenses, than will be provided by the insurance exchanges coming into effect under the law. The analysis also projected that repealing the law would increase the federal deficit.

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PIAA CROSS COUNTRY

Coach, WVC brings back four medals officials all face charges

Regan Rome, Rachel Sowinski ers at the PIAA cross country championships at the Parkview and both Redeemer squads Cross Country Course. shine in state championship. “I’m so excited,” said Rome, a

By PAUL SOKOLOSKI psokoloski@timesleader.com

Sandusky arraigned on 40 counts of sexual abuse. AD Curley charged with perjury. By MARK SCOLFORO and GENARO C. ARMAS Associated Press

STATE COLLEGE — A former defensive coordinator who was integral for decades to Penn State’s success in football was accused Saturday of sexually abusing eight boys, and the school’s athletic director and an administrator were charged with perjury and failing to report what they knew about the alleSandusky gations in a case that prosecutors said uncovered a years-long trail of a predator and those who protected him. Former coach Jerry Sandusky, 67, of State College, was arrested Saturday and released on $100,000 bail after being arraigned on 40 criminal counts, the state attorney general’s office said. Athletic director Tim Curley, 57, and Penn State vice president for finance and business Gary Schultz, 62, both of Boalsburg, were expected to turn themselves in Monday in Harrisburg. Schultz’s position includes oversight of the university’s police department. Longtime head coach Joe Paterno, who has more victories than any coach in the history of Division I football, was not See SANDUSKY, Page 15C

COLLEGE FOOTBALL

LSU defeats Alabama in FG battle LSU captures much-awaited showdown of nation’s two top-ranked teams in overtime. By PAUL NEWBERRY AP National Writer

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — No. 1 LSU gained the inside track to the BCS title game, beating No. 2 Alabama 9-6 on Drew Alleman’s 25-yard field goal in overtime after a fierce defensive struggle in which neither team reached the end zone Saturday night. The Crimson Tide missed four field goals, including Cade Foster’s 52-yard attempt after Alabama got the ball first in the extra period. LSU appeared to win the game on Michael Ford’s run around left end after taking a pitch, but he stepped out of bounds at the 7. After two plays gained nothing, LSU (9-0, 6-0 Southeastern Conference) sent on Alleman to attempt his third field goal of the game on third down. Alabama (8-1, 5-1) tried to freeze him by calling timeout, but he calmly knocked it through to set off a wild celebration by the visiting team. See LSU, Page 4C

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Holy Redeemer’s Rachel Sowinski and Brianna Ligotski celebrate after the PIAA Class 2A girls cross country championship race. The Redeemer girls won a fourth-place team medal.

sophomore who finished the Class 3A girls run in 18:48 – just six-hundredths of a second from a bronze medal and 20 seconds off the 18:28 finish of meet champion Meghan McGovern of North Penn. “My goal coming into the day was just to get in the top 10,” Rome continued. “I didn’t expect to get into the top five.” Sowinski did. And that’s exactly where she finished in the Class 2A girls race, using a strong start, steady run and sturdy hill climbs to fin-

HERSHEY — In the end, Rachel Sowinski got what she came for. Regan Rome found more than she was looking for. And the Holy Redeemer boys team discovered the kind of finish everyone strives for. Redeemer’s Sowinski and Dallas’ Rome both captured fifth-place medals Saturday and the Redeemer boys captured a bronze medal without placing a runner among the top 20 finish- See STATES, Page 10C

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Crestwood’s Kota Kishel (1) fights for yardage against a host of Coughlin defenders Saturday night in Wilkes-Barre.

Comets close regular season with a win Four straight touchdowns fuel Crestwood’s win over Coughlin on Saturday night. By JOHN ERZAR jerzar@timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE — Crestwood knew exactly where it would be for next weekend’s District 2 Class 3A playoffs. That didn’t stop the Comets from giving a full effort Saturday night as they piled up 453 yards

of offense in a 28-16 victory over Coughlin in a Wyoming Valley Conference Division 3A game. Running back Roger Legg and quarterback Nick Aigeldinger led the victory. Legg rushed for 115 yards and two touchdowns. Aigeldinger had 180 through the air and 76 on the ground and had an interception on defense. Crestwood (8-2) was locked into a D2-3A first-round game at Valley View (9-1) next Friday night. Yet Comets coach Greg Myers said it wasn’t hard to get

his team fired up for its regularseason finale. “It really wasn’t,” Myers said with a voice raspy from being sick. “We approached this game as if we beat Coughlin, we beat every single team in our division. That’s what we set forth to do tonight. We beat every team in our division. Our kids approached this game like a divisional championship game.” While Crestwood was the only team to defeat all WVC Division 3A opponents, the title

went to Dallas (9-1) based on a points system set up by the conference. Coughlin (5-5) also knew it would be playing next weekend in the Eastern Conference playoffs. The Crusaders found out their destination after the game as they will head to Berwick (7-3) on Friday. “You get a chance to redeem yourself,” said Coughlin coach Ciro Cinti, whose team lost 26See CRESTWOOD, Page 7C

LOCAL COLLEGE FOOTBALL

Colonels lose, lament missed opportunities Wilkes forces four turnovers but scores only seven points off of them against LVC. By JOE SOPRANO jsoprano@timesleader.com

we just didn’t do anything with them,” said Wilkes coach Frank Sheptock, who watched his team force four turnovers but only score seven points off them. “But we had opportunities.” The Colonels, who finish the season next week at home against Stevenson, fell to 3-5 overall and 3-4 in the conference. Without being able to convert off a pair of first half turnovers that set the Colonels up twice near midfield, Wilkes watched BILL TARUTIS/FOR THE TIMES LEADER Lebanon Valley race out to a 2714 lead late in the first half. Wilkes running back Auxence Wogou (right) tries to run through

EDWARDSVILLE — Lebanon Valley seemed intent on continually giving Wilkes golden opportunities Saturday afternoon at Schmidt Stadium. Unfortunately for the Colonels, they waited too long to take advantage of any of them in falling to the Flying Dutchmen 42-35 in a MAC football game. “The one thing we didn’t do well is when we got turnovers, See WILKES, Page 6C

a tackle attempt by Lebanon Valley’s Jason Gigous at Schmidt Stadium on Saturday at Schmidt Stadium in Edwardsville.

PAUL SOKOLOSKI OPINION

Determined Dallas has run on hope

s he was laying on the ground, his leg aching from a hard fall and his arm bloodied from being spiked, one thing kept running through Brenden Ehret’s mind. Get up. That’s what his older brother would do. Because as much as life keeps knocking Corey Ehret down, the cancer-stricken Dallas senior never seems to give in or give up. He was there at the PIAA cross country state championships in Hershey, standing tall while shouting encouragement to his twin brother Chris and to Brenden along with the rest of their Dallas teammates. “He’s out here cheering harder than anybody,” Chris Ehret said. “Just seeing him makes you want to do better.” There was a time Corey Ehret did pretty well in the sport himself. He was a pretty strong runner three years before doctors diagnosed Corey with rhabdomyosarcoma in 2008. That’s a fastgrowing, highly-malignant tumor that takes the lives of roughly 50 percent of the kids it affects in five years. It first developed in Corey Ehret’s cheek, and didn’t stop until it reached his brain. “It spread,” Chris Ehret said sadly. It never stopped Corey Ehret from dispersing his excitement, or ambition around the Dallas cross country team, or injecting the people around him with energy everywhere he goes. Even when he’s lacking strength himself. Surgery? Chemotherapy? Radiation? Corey Ehret’s been through them all. Yet, he’s always at cross country practice, drawing strength from watching others do what he was once able to. “He’s out here every day,” Chris Ehret said. “Just seeing him out here make you want to do better. If we’re hurting in the middle of the race, it’s nothing compared to what he’s going through.” Only the people closest to Corey Ehret can know his pain. Because on the outside, Corey continues to live as the effervescent kid he’s always been. He attends classes at Dallas for half the day, then goes home and is home schooled when his strength lessens. Then he runs out to watch his former teammates run. But the physical toll cancer puts on him never seems to slow down, causing him so much physical illness and anguish it sometimes makes his family feel sick. “It’s why I want to go to school to become a pediatric oncologist,” Brenden Ehret said. “I want to figure out his cancer. Because I’m so mad I can’t do anything as a kid, watching my brother suffer.” Brenden said this after taking a hard tumble Saturday on the PIAA course, where a whole line of competitors went down and he went for medical treatment to repair his wounds following the event. But he couldn’t stay on the ground, not after watching his older brother keep getting up each day and pushing himself

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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2011

L O C A L C A L E N D A R WEDNESDAY, NOV. 9 H.S. BOYS SOCCER WVC Senior All-Star game, 7 p.m. at Wyoming Valley West

SATURDAY, NOV. 12

COLLEGE FOOTBALL Stevenson at Wilkes, noon King’s at Lebanon Valley, 1 p.m. COLLEGE SWIMMING King’s at Mount St. Mary’s, 1 p.m. Misericordia at Marywood, 1 p.m.

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AUTO RACING 3 p.m. ESPN — NASCAR, Sprint Cup, Texas 500, at Fort Worth, Texas

GOLF 4:30 p.m. TGC — Champions Tour, Charles Schwab Cup Championship, final round, at San Francisco

MOTORSPORTS 8 a.m. SPEED — MotoGP World Championship, at Valencia, Spain 6 p.m. SPEED — MotoGP Moto2, at Valencia, Spain (same-day tape)

NFL 1 p.m. CBS — N.Y. Jets at Buffalo FOX — Seattle at Dallas 4:15 p.m. FOX — N.Y. Giants at New England 8 p.m. NBC — Baltimore at Pittsburgh

NHL 7 p.m. PLUS — Winnipeg at N.Y. Rangers

RUNNING 2 p.m. NBC — New York City Marathon (same-day tape)

SOCCER 9 p.m. ESPN — MLS, playoffs, conference final, Real Salt Lake at Los Angeles

MEN'S COLLEGE SOCCER Noon BTN — Ohio State at Indiana 6 p.m. BTN — Wisconsin at Penn State

WOMEN'S COLLEGE SOCCER 4 p.m. BTN — Big Ten Championship 4:30 p.m. FSN — Big 12 Conference, championship match, teams TBD, at San Antonio

COLLEGE FIELD HOCKEY 2 p.m. BTN — Big Ten Championship

T R A N S A C T I O N S BASEBALL National League PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES—Agreed to terms with 1B Jim Thome on a one-year contract.

HOCKEY National Hockey League COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS—Recalled F Cam Atkinson from Springfield (AHL). DETROIT RED WINGS—Recalled left wing Fabian Brunnstrom from the Grand Rapids (AHL). NEW YORK RANGERS—Agreed to terms with D Anton Stralman. TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING—Assigned F Mattias Ritola to Norfolk (AHL). WINNIPEG JETS—Recalled D Paul Postma from the St. John’s (AHL). ECHL ECHL—Suspended Alaska RW Wes Goldie two games and fined him an undisclosed amount as a result of his actions in a Nov. 4 game against Bakersfield.

MOTORSPORTS NASCAR—Suspended Kyle Busch for the Sprint Cup or Nationwide races at Texas after he deliberately wrecked championship contender Ron Hornaday Jr. in the Truck Series race on Nov. 4.

COLLEGE CONNECTICUT—Named Kevin Freeman men’s assistant director of basketball administration.

F O O T B A L L National Football League AMERICAN CONFERENCE East W L T Pct PF PA Buffalo ..................................... 5 2 0 .714 211 147 New England .......................... 5 2 0 .714 202 160 N.Y. Jets ................................. 4 3 0 .571 172 152 Miami ....................................... 0 7 0 .000 107 166 South W L T Pct PF PA Houston................................... 5 3 0 .625 206 145 Tennessee.............................. 4 3 0 .571 139 145 Jacksonville ............................ 2 6 0 .250 98 163 Indianapolis............................. 0 8 0 .000 121 252 North W L T Pct PF PA Pittsburgh................................ 6 2 0 .750 176 139 Cincinnati ................................ 5 2 0 .714 171 123 Baltimore ................................. 5 2 0 .714 185 110 Cleveland ................................ 3 4 0 .429 107 140 West W L T Pct PF PA Kansas City............................. 4 3 0 .571 128 170 San Diego ............................... 4 3 0 .571 161 159 Oakland ................................... 4 3 0 .571 160 178 Denver..................................... 2 5 0 .286 133 200 NATIONAL CONFERENCE East W L T Pct PF PA N.Y. Giants.............................. 5 2 0 .714 174 164 Philadelphia............................ 3 4 0 .429 179 152 Dallas ...................................... 3 4 0 .429 156 162 Washington ............................ 3 4 0 .429 116 139 South W L T Pct PF PA New Orleans........................... 5 3 0 .625 260 189 Tampa Bay .............................. 4 3 0 .571 131 169 Atlanta ..................................... 4 3 0 .571 158 163 Carolina................................... 2 6 0 .250 187 207 North W L T Pct PF PA Green Bay ............................. 7 0 0 1.000 230 141 Detroit.................................... 6 2 0 .750 239 147 Chicago................................. 4 3 0 .571 170 150 Minnesota ............................. 2 6 0 .250 172 199 West W L T Pct PF PA San Francisco......................... 6 1 0 .857 187 107 Seattle...................................... 2 5 0 .286 109 162 St. Louis .................................. 1 6 0 .143 87 192 Arizona .................................... 1 6 0 .143 143 183 Today's Schedule Seattle at Dallas, 1 p.m. Miami at Kansas City, 1 p.m. Tampa Bay at New Orleans, 1 p.m. Cleveland at Houston, 1 p.m. San Francisco at Washington, 1 p.m. N.Y. Jets at Buffalo, 1 p.m. Atlanta at Indianapolis, 1 p.m. Denver at Oakland, 4:05 p.m. Cincinnati at Tennessee, 4:05 p.m. Green Bay at San Diego, 4:15 p.m. St. Louis at Arizona, 4:15 p.m. N.Y. Giants at New England, 4:15 p.m. Baltimore at Pittsburgh, 8:20 p.m. Open: Carolina, Detroit, Jacksonville, Minnesota Monday, Nov. 7 Chicago at Philadelphia, 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 10 Oakland at San Diego, 8:20 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 13 Buffalo at Dallas, 1 p.m. Denver at Kansas City, 1 p.m. Washington at Miami, 1 p.m. St. Louis at Cleveland, 1 p.m. Arizona at Philadelphia, 1 p.m. Tennessee at Carolina, 1 p.m. Pittsburgh at Cincinnati, 1 p.m. Houston at Tampa Bay, 1 p.m. New Orleans at Atlanta, 1 p.m. Jacksonville at Indianapolis, 1 p.m. Baltimore at Seattle, 4:05 p.m. N.Y. Giants at San Francisco, 4:15 p.m. Detroit at Chicago, 4:15 p.m. New England at N.Y. Jets, 8:20 p.m. Monday, Nov. 14 Minnesota at Green Bay, 8:30 p.m.

NCAA The AP Top 25 Fared No. 1 LSU (8-0) at No. 2 Alabama. Next: vs. Western

Kentucky, Saturday. No. 2 Alabama (8-0) vs. No. 1 LSU. Next: at Mississippi State, Saturday. No. 3 Oklahoma State (8-0) vs. No. 17 Kansas State. Next: at Texas Tech, Saturday. No. 4 Stanford (9-0) beat Oregon State 38-13. Next: vs. No. 6 Oregon, Saturday. No. 5 Boise State (7-0) at UNLV. Next: vs. TCU, Saturday. No. 6 Oregon (7-1) at Washington. Next: at No. 4 Stanford, Saturday. No. 7 Oklahoma (8-1) beat Texas A&M 41-25. Next: at Baylor, Saturday, Nov. 19. No. 8 Arkansas (7-1) vs. No. 10 South Carolina. Next: vs. Tennessee, Saturday. No. 9 Nebraska (7-2) lost to Northwestern 28-25. Next: at No. 16 Penn State, Saturday. No. 10 South Carolina (7-1) at No. 8 Arkansas. Next: vs. Florida, Saturday. No. 11 Clemson (8-1) did not play. Next: vs. Wake Forest, Saturday. No. 12 Virginia Tech (8-1) did not play. Next: at No. 22 Georgia Tech, Thursday. No. 13 Michigan (7-2) lost to Iowa 24-16. Next: at Illinois, Saturday. No. 14 Houston (8-0) at UAB. Next: at Tulane, Thursday. No. 15 Michigan State (7-2) beat Minnesota 31-24. Next: at Iowa, Saturday. No. 16 Penn State (8-1) did not play. Next: vs. No. 9 Nebraska, Saturday. No. 17 Kansas State (7-1) at No. 3 Oklahoma State. Next: vs. Texas A&M, Saturday. No. 18 Georgia (7-2) beat New Mexico State 63-16. Next: vs. No. 25 Auburn, Saturday. No. 19 Wisconsin (7-2) beat Purdue 62-17. Next: at Minnesota, Saturday. No. 20 Arizona State (6-2) at UCLA. Next: at Washington State, Saturday. No. 21 Southern Cal (7-2) beat Colorado 42-17, Friday. Next: vs. Washington. No. 22 Georgia Tech (7-2) did not play. Next: vs. No. 12 Virginia Tech, Thursday. No. 23 Cincinnati (6-1) at Pittsburgh. Next: vs. No. 24 West Virginia, Saturday. No. 24 West Virginia (6-3) lost to Louisville 38-35. Next: at No. 23 Cincinnati, Saturday. No. 25 Auburn (6-3) did not play. Next: at No. 18 Georgia, Saturday.

College Football Scores EAST Brown 34, Yale 28 Bryant 31, Albany (NY) 17 CCSU 31, Robert Morris 24 College of NJ 47, W. Connecticut 10 Dartmouth 33, Cornell 24 Delaware Valley 28, Lycoming 21 Dickinson 21, Gettysburg 20 FDU-Florham 17, King’s (Pa.) 3 Gannon 33, Slippery Rock 27 Georgetown 30, Fordham 13 Harvard 35, Columbia 21 Indiana (Pa.) 56, Lock Haven 6 Kean 45, William Paterson 0 Lebanon Valley 42, Wilkes 35 Lehigh 14, Holy Cross 7 Louisville 38, West Virginia 35 Marist 30, Valparaiso 7 Monmouth (NJ) 48, St. Francis (Pa.) 45 Montclair St. 37, Rowan 31, OT Muhlenberg 24, Ursinus 21 Navy 42, Troy 14 New Hampshire 28, James Madison 10 Norwich 16, NY Maritime 9 Penn 37, Princeton 9 RPI 29, Hobart 28 Rhode Island 24, William & Mary 21 St. Vincent 21, Westminster (Pa.) 9 Susquehanna 29, McDaniel 14 Towson 40, Maine 30 UConn 28, Syracuse 21 Villanova 35, UMass 17 Wagner 27, Sacred Heart 21 West Chester 49, Millersville 13 MIDWEST Allegheny 44, Hiram 14 Augsburg 37, Gustavus 20 Ball St. 33, E. Michigan 31 Bemidji St. 19, St. Cloud St. 14 Benedictine (Ill.) 33, Rockford 28 Bethel (Minn.) 33, Hamline 6 Butler 17, Davidson 7 Capital 28, Muskingum 26 Carnegie-Mellon 28, Chicago 13 Carroll (Wis.) 31, Grinnell 21 Case Reserve 16, Washington (Mo.) 6 Concordia (Ill.) 31, Concordia (Wis.) 14 Concordia (St.P.) 20, Upper Iowa 19 DePauw 7, Albion 3 Drake 31, Jacksonville 24 Dubuque 49, Coe 42 Elmhurst 28, Augustana (Ill.) 27 Grand Valley St. 35, Northwood (Mich.) 10 Greenville 27, Northwestern (Minn.) 23 Heidelberg 10, John Carroll 7 Hillsdale 49, Findlay 19 Illinois College 48, Beloit 27 Illinois St. 31, W. Illinois 7 Illinois Wesleyan 13, Carthage 9 Iowa 24, Michigan 16 Iowa St. 13, Kansas 10 Lake Erie 52, Tiffin 42 Lakeland 33, Maranatha Baptist 7 Luther 37, Cornell (Iowa) 7 Mac Murray 40, Eureka 21 Marietta 30, Otterbein 27 Michigan St. 31, Minnesota 24 Michigan Tech 41, Ferris St. 14 Millikin 33, North Park 21 Minn. Duluth 49, Minn.-Crookston 7 Minn. St.-Mankato 38, SW Minnesota St. 0 Minn.-Morris 21, Crown (Minn.) 14 Monmouth (Ill.) 56, Knox 27 Mount St. Joseph 41, Hanover 23 Mount Union 25, Baldwin-Wallace 20 N. Dakota St. 27, Indiana St. 16 North Dakota 15, Sioux Falls 13 Northern St. (SD) 42, Minn. St.-Moorhead 21 Northwestern 28, Nebraska 25 Northwestern (Iowa) 35, Hastings 6 Ohio Dominican 20, Ashland 17 Ohio St. 34, Indiana 20 Ohio Wesleyan 30, Oberlin 23 Olivet 24, Alma 7 Quincy 38, Malone 35 Ripon 50, Lawrence 20 Rose-Hulman 53, Anderson (Ind.) 50 S. Dakota St. 45, S. Illinois 34 SE Missouri 55, Cent. Methodist 44 San Diego 31, Dayton 28 Simpson (Iowa) 14, Buena Vista 0 St. John’s (Minn.) 27, St. Olaf 24 St. Norbert 41, Lake Forest 6 St. Scholastica 66, Martin Luther 10 St. Thomas (Minn.) 56, Carleton 0 Tennessee St. 18, E. Illinois 17 Trine 35, Kalamazoo 21 Truman St. 53, Lincoln (Mo.) 0 Wabash 28, Wittenberg 17 Walsh 60, Concordia (Mich.) 0 Wartburg 23, Loras 14 Wayne (Neb.) 34, Augustana (SD) 32 Westminster (Mo.) 17, Presentation 10 William Penn 14, St. Ambrose 7 Winona St. 46, Mary 43 Wis. Lutheran 27, Aurora 14 Wis.-Oshkosh 38, Wis.-Stevens Pt. 17 Wis.-Platteville 27, Wis.-Stout 17 Wis.-River Falls 31, Wis.-LaCrosse 28, OT Wis.-Whitewater 37, Wis.-Eau Claire 22 Wisconsin 62, Purdue 17 SOUTH Alabama A&M 28, Alcorn St. 14 Arkansas St. 39, FAU 21 Austin Peay 40, Central St., Ohio 0 Belhaven 34, Cumberland (Tenn.) 21 Bethel (Tenn.) 25, Kentucky Christian 13 Bethune-Cookman 49, Morgan St. 23 Campbell 41, Morehead St. 31 Campbellsville 42, Virginia-Wise 6 Carson-Newman 35, Tusculum 27 Cent. Arkansas 45, Northwestern St. 20 Chattanooga 24, Samford 9 Christopher Newport 48, Ferrum 30 E. Kentucky 52, Jacksonville St. 48 Florida 26, Vanderbilt 21 Furman 20, Appalachian St. 10 Georgetown (Ky.) 56, Lindsey Wilson 27 Georgia 63, New Mexico St. 16 Georgia Southern 14, The Citadel 12 Grambling St. 26, Jackson St. 23 Hampden-Sydney 42, Washington & Lee 35 Howard 10, Hampton 7 Kentucky 30, Mississippi 13 Lane 19, Benedict 13 Lenoir-Rhyne 54, Newberry 42 Liberty 37, VMI 31 Louisiana-Lafayette 36, Louisiana-Monroe 35 Maryville (Tenn.) 42, Greensboro 20 McNeese St. 26, Nicholls St. 17 Miami 49, Duke 14 Morehouse 28, Kentucky St. 24 Murray St. 38, Tennessee Tech 37 NC Central 14, Delaware St. 7 NC State 13, North Carolina 0 North Greenville 54, Wingate 7 Old Dominion 42, Richmond 28 Randolph-Macon 51, Bridgewater (Va.) 36 Sewanee 27, Austin 13 Shaw 20, St. Augustine’s 16 Shorter 42, Union (Ky.) 16 Southern Miss. 48, East Carolina 28 St. Francis (Ill.) 30, Georgia St. 27, OT Stony Brook 50, Charleston Southern 31 Virginia 31, Maryland 13 W. Kentucky 10, FIU 9 Washington & Jefferson 21, Thiel 7 Waynesburg 26, Thomas More 23 Wofford 42, W. Carolina 24 SOUTHWEST Alabama St. 28, Ark.-Pine Bluff 12 Rice 41, UTEP 37 SMU 45, Tulane 24 Texas 52, Texas Tech 20 Texas St. 34, Prairie View 26 Trinity (Texas) 20, Centre 14 FAR WEST Air Force 24, Army 14 Idaho 32, San Jose St. 29 Montana 32, W. Oregon 7 Montana St. 44, Weber St. 24 Portland St. 29, Sacramento St. 20 Stanford 38, Oregon St. 13 TCU 31, Wyoming 20

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T E N N I S ATP World Tour Valencia Open 500 Results Singles Semifinals Marcel Granollers, Spain, def. Juan Martin del Potro (6), Argentina, 6-4, 7-6 (4). Juan Monaco, Argentina, def. David Ferrer (1), Spain, 7-5, 1-6, 6-3. Doubles Semifinals Eric Butorac, United States, and Jean-Julien Rojer, Netherlands Antilles, def. Kevin Anderson, South Africa, and John Isner, United States, 7-6 (3), 7-6 (2). Bob and Mike Bryan (1), United States, def. Marcelo Melo and Bruno Soares, Brazil, 7-6 (2), 6-1. Davidoff Swiss Indoors Results Singles Semifinals Kei Nishikori, Japan, def. Novak Djokovic (1), Serbia, 2-6, 7-6 (4), 6-0. Roger Federer (3), Switzerland, def. Stanislas Wawrinka, Switzerland, 7-6 (5), 6-2. Doubles Semifinals Michael Llodra, France, and Nenad Zimonjic (1), Serbia, def. Ivan Dodig, Croatia, and Viktor Troicki, Serbia, 6-2, 7-6 (5). Max Mirnyi, Belarus, and Daniel Nestor (2), Canada, def. Xavier Malisse and Dick Norman, Belgium, 6-2, 6-2.

WTA Commonwealth Bank Tournament of Champions Results Singles Semifinals Ana Ivanovic, Serbia, def. Nadia Petrova, Russia, 6-1, 7-5. Anabel Medina Garrigues, Spain, def. Sabine Lisicki (3), Germany, 6-3, 4-6, 4-0, retired.

H O C K E Y National Hockey League EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Pittsburgh......................... 14 8 3 3 19 42 32 Philadelphia ..................... 14 8 4 2 18 56 44 N.Y. Rangers ................... 12 6 3 3 15 32 29 New Jersey ...................... 12 6 5 1 13 30 34 N.Y. Islanders .................. 11 4 5 2 10 23 29 Northeast Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Toronto ............................. 14 9 4 1 19 45 46 Buffalo .............................. 13 8 5 0 16 36 28 Ottawa .............................. 15 7 7 1 15 45 55 Montreal ........................... 13 5 6 2 12 34 36 Boston .............................. 12 5 7 0 10 34 28 Southeast Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Washington...................... 12 9 3 0 18 48 33 Florida............................... 12 6 4 2 14 31 32 Tampa Bay ....................... 13 6 5 2 14 40 43 Carolina............................ 13 5 5 3 13 33 42 Winnipeg .......................... 13 5 6 2 12 35 42 WESTERN CONFERENCE Central Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Chicago .......................... 13 8 2 3 19 44 36 Nashville......................... 12 6 4 2 14 31 31 Detroit ............................. 12 6 5 1 13 29 29 St. Louis ......................... 12 6 6 0 12 31 33 Columbus....................... 14 2 11 1 5 31 53 Northwest Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Edmonton......................... 12 8 2 2 18 28 18 Minnesota ........................ 12 6 3 3 15 28 25 Colorado........................... 13 7 5 1 15 39 40 Vancouver........................ 14 6 7 1 13 39 42 Calgary ............................. 12 5 6 1 11 28 31 Pacific Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Dallas................................ 12 9 3 0 18 35 29 San Jose .......................... 11 7 4 0 14 34 29 Los Angeles..................... 12 6 4 2 14 26 25 Phoenix ............................ 12 6 4 2 14 34 34 Anaheim ........................... 14 5 6 3 13 27 40 NOTE: Two points for a win, one point for overtime loss. Friday's Games Washington 5, Carolina 1 Buffalo 2, Calgary 1 Montreal 2, Ottawa 1 Tampa Bay 5, Chicago 4, OT St. Louis 3, Vancouver 2 Dallas 7, Colorado 6, OT Saturday's Games Buffalo 3, Ottawa 2, SO Boston 7, Toronto 0 New Jersey 3, Winnipeg 2, OT N.Y. Islanders 5, Washington 3 N.Y. Rangers 5, Montreal 3 Philadelphia 9, Columbus 2 Detroit 5, Anaheim 0 St. Louis at Minnesota, late Edmonton at Phoenix, late Pittsburgh at Los Angeles, late Nashville at San Jose, late Today's Games Dallas at Carolina, 1:30 p.m. Tampa Bay at Florida, 5 p.m. Winnipeg at N.Y. Rangers, 7 p.m. Vancouver at Chicago, 7 p.m. Calgary at Colorado, 8 p.m. Monday's Games N.Y. Islanders at Boston, 7 p.m. Los Angeles at San Jose, 10:30 p.m.

American Hockey League EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA St. John’s................... 13 8 2 3 0 19 46 35 Providence ................ 13 6 6 1 0 13 32 41 Manchester................ 13 5 7 0 1 11 36 36 Worcester .................. 8 4 2 0 2 10 26 22 Portland...................... 9 3 5 0 1 7 23 32 East Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Penguins .................. 11 7 2 1 1 16 36 23 Norfolk........................ 12 7 4 0 1 15 48 38 Hershey ..................... 11 6 3 2 0 14 37 31 Binghamton ............... 13 5 6 1 1 12 34 40 Syracuse.................... 9 4 3 1 1 10 31 33 Northeast Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Connecticut ............... 12 7 2 1 2 17 37 32 Adirondack ................ 11 7 3 0 1 15 37 30 Bridgeport.................. 11 6 4 1 0 13 34 38 Albany ........................ 13 6 6 0 1 13 31 41 Springfield ................. 12 6 6 0 0 12 34 37 WESTERN CONFERENCE Midwest Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Charlotte .................... 12 7 4 1 0 15 34 30 Milwaukee.................. 9 6 2 0 1 13 26 20 Peoria......................... 12 5 5 1 1 12 41 39 Chicago...................... 11 4 5 0 2 10 22 27 Rockford .................... 9 4 5 0 0 8 25 32 North Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Toronto....................... 10 5 3 2 0 12 32 27 Hamilton..................... 11 5 5 1 0 11 26 31 Rochester .................. 11 4 4 2 1 11 29 34 Grand Rapids ............ 11 5 6 0 0 10 25 31 Lake Erie.................... 14 4 9 1 0 9 25 42 West Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Houston ..................... 12 8 1 0 3 19 41 29 Oklahoma City .......... 10 7 2 0 1 15 34 23 Abbotsford ................. 11 7 4 0 0 14 28 24 Texas ......................... 10 5 5 0 0 10 38 39 San Antonio............... 8 3 5 0 0 6 17 28 NOTE: Two points are awarded for a win, one point for an overtime or shootout loss. Friday's Games Albany 1, Norfolk 0 St. John’s 6, Connecticut 3 Rochester 3, Binghamton 2 Penguins 4, Hershey 0 Manchester 2, Providence 1 Adirondack 2, Springfield 1 Houston 4, Hamilton 2 Milwaukee 3, Charlotte 1 Chicago 2, Peoria 1 Saturday's Games Connecticut 3, Albany 2, SO Providence 3, Manchester 2, SO St. John’s 3, Worcester 1 Hamilton 1, Lake Erie 0 Bridgeport 3, Norfolk 2 Charlotte 2, Grand Rapids 1 Penguins 2, Binghamton 1, SO Rochester at Syracuse, late Milwaukee at Peoria, late Toronto at San Antonio, late Oklahoma City at Abbotsford, late Today's Games Portland at Manchester, 3 p.m. St. John’s at Bridgeport, 3 p.m. Norfolk at Providence, 4:05 p.m. Texas at San Antonio, 4:30 p.m. Charlotte at Rockford, 6:05 p.m. Toronto at Houston, 6:05 p.m. Syracuse at Rochester, 6:05 p.m.

NHL Leaders Through games of Friday, November 4, 2011 Goal Scoring Name Team........................................................GP G Phil Kessel Toronto........................................... 1310 James Neal Pittsburgh ..................................... 14 9 Steven Stamkos Tampa Bay............................ 13 9 Loui Eriksson Dallas ......................................... 12 8 Claude Giroux Philadelphia ............................. 13 8 Joffrey Lupul Toronto........................................ 13 8 Milan Michalek Ottawa...................................... 14 8 Joe Pavelski San Jose ..................................... 11 8

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INJURY REPORT: On the NFL board, Cleveland RB Peyton Hillis is out; Houston WR Andre Johnson is out; Oakland RB Darren McFadden is out; Denver RB Willis McGahee is probable; St. Louis QB Sam Bradford is doubtful; Arizona QB Kevin Kolb is doubtful; San Diego RB Ryan Mathews is doubtful. BOXING REPORT: In the WBO welterweight title fight on November 12 in Las Vegas, Nevada, Manny Pacquiao is -$900 vs. Juan Manuel Marquez +$600. Monday

NFL Favorite

Points

Falcons

Underdog COLTS

SAINTS

8.5

Bucs

TEXANS

10.5

Browns

BILLS

2.5

Jets

CHIEFS

Dolphins

49ers

REDSKINS

11.5

Seahawks

COWBOYS RAIDERS

Broncos

TITANS

Bengals

CARDS

2.5 Rams

PATRIOTS Packers STEELERS

9 5.5 3

Giants CHARGERS Ravens

Thomas Vanek Buffalo ..................................... 12 8 Marian Hossa Chicago ..................................... 12 7 John Tavares NY Islanders ............................. 10 7 Matt Cullen Minnesota ...................................... 12 6 Chris Higgins Vancouver.................................. 14 6 Anze Kopitar Los Angeles ............................... 12 6 Vincent Lecavalier Tampa Bay ........................ 13 6 Clarke MacArthur Toronto ............................... 10 6 Jeff Skinner Carolina ........................................ 13 6 Ryan Smyth Edmonton .................................... 12 6 Jason Spezza Ottawa....................................... 14 6 Jordan Staal Pittsburgh .................................... 12 6 Alex Steen St Louis........................................... 12 6 Nicklas Backstrom Washington....................... 11 5 Dave Bolland Chicago ...................................... 12 5 Rene Bourque Calgary..................................... 12 5 Alexandre Burrows Vancouver........................ 14 5 Ryan Callahan NY Rangers ............................. 11 5 Matt Duchene Colorado.................................... 13 5 Patrik Elias New Jersey .................................... 11 5 Tomas Fleischmann Florida ............................ 12 5 Marian Gaborik NY Rangers............................ 11 5 Jason Garrison Florida ..................................... 12 5 Mikhail Grabovski Toronto ............................... 13 5 Scott Hartnell Philadelphia .............................. 13 5 Patric Hornqvist Nashville ................................ 11 5 Jaromir Jagr Philadelphia ................................ 13 5 Marcus Johansson Washington...................... 10 5 David Jones Colorado ...................................... 13 5 Evander Kane Winnipeg................................... 11 5 Ryan Nugent-Hopkin Edmonton ..................... 12 5 Alex Ovechkin Washington.............................. 11 5 Zach Parise New Jersey .................................. 11 5 Corey Perry Anaheim ....................................... 13 5 Jason Pominville Buffalo.................................. 12 5 Vinny Prospal Columbus.................................. 13 5 Bobby Ryan Anaheim ....................................... 13 5 Daniel Sedin Vancouver ................................... 14 5 Teemu Selanne Anaheim ................................ 13 5 Patrick Sharp Chicago ...................................... 13 5 Jonathan Toews Chicago ................................. 13 5 Kris Versteeg Florida ........................................ 12 5 Radim Vrbata Phoenix ...................................... 12 5 Stephen Weiss Florida ..................................... 12 5 Kyle Wellwood Winnipeg ................................. 12 5 Ray Whitney Phoenix ....................................... 12 5 James van Riemsdyk Philadelphia ................. 12 5 Assists Name Team........................................................GP A Marc-Andre Bergero Tampa Bay .................... 1313 Erik Karlsson Ottawa ........................................ 1412 Nicklas Backstrom Washington....................... 1111 Jamie Benn Dallas ............................................ 1211 Brian Campbell Florida ..................................... 1211 Patrick Kane Chicago........................................ 1311 Phil Kessel Toronto........................................... 1311 Kris Letang Pittsburgh ...................................... 1211 Alexander Edler Vancouver ............................. 1410 Jason Pominville Buffalo.................................. 1210 Daniel Sedin Vancouver ................................... 1410 Henrik Sedin Vancouver .................................. 1410 Martin St. Louis Tampa Bay ............................. 1310 Claude Giroux Philadelphia ............................. 13 9 Sergei Gonchar Ottawa .................................... 13 9 David Legwand Nashville................................. 12 9 Dion Phaneuf Toronto ...................................... 13 9 Teemu Selanne Anaheim ................................ 13 9 Jason Spezza Ottawa....................................... 14 9 Kimmo Timonen Philadelphia ......................... 13 9 Nik Antropov Winnipeg..................................... 12 8 Jaromir Jagr Philadelphia ................................ 13 8 Anze Kopitar Los Angeles ............................... 12 8 Dmitry Kulikov Florida ...................................... 12 8 John-Michael Liles Toronto ............................. 13 8 Joffrey Lupul Toronto........................................ 13 8 Ryan O’Reilly Colorado .................................... 13 8 Mike Ribeiro Dallas........................................... 12 8 Mike Richards Los Angeles ............................. 12 8 Thomas Vanek Buffalo ..................................... 12 8 Power Play Goals Name Team.......................................................GPPP Claude Giroux Philadelphia ............................ 13 4 Milan Michalek Ottawa..................................... 14 4 Corey Perry Anaheim ...................................... 13 4 John Tavares NY Islanders............................. 10 4 Shane Doan Phoenix ....................................... 12 3 Matt Duchene Colorado................................... 13 3 Johan Franzen Detroit ..................................... 11 3 Jason Garrison Florida .................................... 12 3 Mike Green Washington.................................. 7 3 Milan Hejduk Colorado .................................... 13 3 James Neal Pittsburgh .................................... 14 3 Joe Pavelski San Jose..................................... 11 3 Daniel Sedin Vancouver .................................. 14 3 Jason Spezza Ottawa ...................................... 14 3 Eric Staal Carolina ........................................... 13 3 Thomas Vanek Buffalo .................................... 12 3 Kris Versteeg Florida ....................................... 12 3 Short Handed Goals Name Team ......................................................GPSH Dave Bolland Chicago ..................................... 12 2 Daniel Alfredsson Ottawa................................ 10 1 Sean Bergenheim Florida ............................... 5 1 Tim Brent Carolina ........................................... 13 1 Cal Clutterbuck Minnesota ............................. 12 1 Matt Cooke Pittsburgh ..................................... 14 1 Logan Couture San Jose................................. 11 1 Pascal Dupuis Pittsburgh................................ 14 1 Patrik Elias New Jersey................................... 11 1 Loui Eriksson Dallas ........................................ 12 1 Marian Hossa Chicago .................................... 12 1 Chris Kelly Boston............................................ 11 1 Chuck Kobasew Colorado .............................. 13 1 Matthew Lombardi Toronto ............................. 13 1 Derek MacKenzie Columbus.......................... 13 1 Travis Moen Montreal...................................... 12 1 Zach Parise New Jersey ................................. 11 1 Richard Park Pittsburgh .................................. 12 1 Brandon Prust NY Rangers ............................ 11 1 Zack Smith Ottawa........................................... 14 1 Sheldon Souray Dallas.................................... 12 1 Ryan Suter Nashville ....................................... 12 1 Brandon Sutter Carolina.................................. 13 1 Max Talbot Philadelphia.................................. 13 1 Daniel Winnik Colorado................................... 13 1 Power Play Assists Name Team ....................................................GPPPA Nicklas Backstrom Washington ................... 11 8 Brian Campbell Florida ................................. 12 8 Erik Johnson Colorado ................................. 13 7 Erik Karlsson Ottawa..................................... 14 7 Alexander Edler Vancouver.......................... 14 6 Sergei Gonchar Ottawa ................................ 13 6 Daniel Sedin Vancouver ............................... 14 6 Jamie Benn Dallas......................................... 12 5 Kris Letang Pittsburgh................................... 12 5 Alex Ovechkin Washington .......................... 11 5 Corey Potter Edmonton ................................ 10 5 Mike Richards Los Angeles ......................... 12 5 Teemu Selanne Anaheim ............................. 13 5 Marc-Andre Bergero Tampa Bay ................. 13 4 Dan Boyle San Jose ...................................... 11 4 Danny Briere Philadelphia............................ 11 4 Jaromir Jagr Philadelphia............................. 13 4 Jussi Jokinen Carolina.................................. 12 4 David Legwand Nashville ............................. 12 4 John-Michael Liles Toronto.......................... 13 4 Evgeni Malkin Pittsburgh.............................. 7 4 Ryan Nugent-Hopkin Edmonton.................. 12 4 Jason Pominville Buffalo .............................. 12 4 Chris Pronger Philadelphia .......................... 8 4 Henrik Sedin Vancouver ............................... 14 4 Jason Spezza Ottawa ................................... 14 4 Paul Stastny Colorado .................................. 13 4 Mark Streit NY Islanders............................... 10 4

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NASCAR Camping World Truck Series WinStar World Casino 350k Results from Friday (Start position in parentheses) 1. (10) Kevin Harvick, Chevrolet, 148 laps, 141.4 rating, 0 points. 2. (2) Austin Dillon, Chevrolet, 148, 118.7, 43. 3. (8) Ty Dillon, Chevrolet, 148, 102.3, 41. 4. (7) Nelson Piquet Jr., Chevrolet, 148, 95.2, 40. 5. (11) Matt Crafton, Chevrolet, 148, 90.6, 39. 6. (14) Joey Coulter, Chevrolet, 148, 101.8, 38. 7. (12) Johnny Sauter, Chevrolet, 148, 109.9, 38. 8. (5) Ricky Carmichael, Chevrolet, 148, 86.1, 36. 9. (17) Miguel Paludo, Toyota, 148, 83.4, 35. 10. (6) Justin Lofton, Chevrolet, 148, 92.5, 35. 11. (15) Timothy Peters, Toyota, 148, 100.8, 33. 12. (23) Jason White, Chevrolet, 148, 72.3, 32. 13. (19) Todd Bodine, Toyota, 148, 79.3, 31. 14. (24) Max Papis, Toyota, 148, 66.3, 30. 15. (26) Ryan Sieg, Chevrolet, 148, 60.3, 29. 16. (33) Ross Chastain, Chevrolet, 148, 67.2, 28. 17. (18) Cole Whitt, Chevrolet, 146, 94, 27. 18. (20) Johanna Long, Toyota, 146, 49.8, 26.

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19. (1) James Buescher, Chevrolet, 146, 120.2, 26. 20. (36) Jennifer Jo Cobb, Dodge, 144, 39.4, 0. 21. (25) B.J. McLeod, Chevrolet, 144, 41.8, 23. 22. (27) Clay Greenfield, Dodge, 143, 38.9, 22. 23. (16) David Starr, Toyota, engine, 140, 65.1, 21. 24. (28) Rick Crawford, Chevrolet, vibration, 101, 43.1, 20. 25. (29) Jake Crum, Chevrolet, accident, 96, 54.8, 0. 26. (34) Jack Smith, Ford, accident, 96, 52, 18. 27. (3) Blake Feese, Chevrolet, accident, 54, 65.5, 17. 28. (13) Parker Kligerman, Dodge, accident, 54, 64.5, 16. 29. (22) Johnny Chapman, Toyota, transmission, 45, 33.9, 0. 30. (32) Mike Harmon, Chevrolet, overheating, 27, 31.5, 0. 31. (21) Brendan Gaughan, Toyota, accident, 20, 47.9, 13. 32. (31) T.J. Bell, Ford, vibration, 19, 31.6, 0. 33. (4) Kyle Busch, Toyota, parked, 14, 50.4, 0. 34. (9) Ron Hornaday Jr., Chevrolet, accident, 13, 48.3, 10. 35. (35) Chris Jones, Chevrolet, transmission, 10, 31.7, 9. 36. (30) Mike Garvey, Chevrolet, clutch, 5, 28.7, 8.

NASCAR Nationwide Series O'Reilly Auto Parts Challenge Results (Start position in parentheses) 1. (10) Trevor Bayne, Ford, 200 laps, 115.6 rating. 2. (2) Denny Hamlin, Toyota, 200, 110.8. 3. (8) Carl Edwards, Ford, 200, 143.9. 4. (5) Clint Bowyer, Chevrolet, 200, 122.2. 5. (6) Brad Keselowski, Dodge, 200, 116.3. 6. (4) Ricky Stenhouse Jr., Ford, 200, 104.1. 7. (9) Sam Hornish Jr., Dodge, 200, 107.6. 8. (3) Joey Logano, Toyota, 200, 96.3. 9. (1) Elliott Sadler, Chevrolet, 200, 112.6. 10. (21) Brian Vickers, Chevrolet, 200, 90.7. 11. (11) Danica Patrick, Chevrolet, 200, 87. 12. (7) Brian Scott, Toyota, 200, 92.2. 13. (18) Kenny Wallace, Toyota, 200, 79.5. 14. (14) Justin Allgaier, Chevrolet, 200, 83.7. 15. (12) Jason Leffler, Chevrolet, 200, 94.5. 16. (22) Reed Sorenson, Dodge, 199, 77.2. 17. (20) James Buescher, Chevrolet, 199, 81.9. 18. (17) Steve Wallace, Toyota, 199, 78.9. 19. (15) Aric Almirola, Chevrolet, 199, 71.3. 20. (30) Michael Annett, Toyota, 198, 68. 21. (27) Joe Nemechek, Toyota, 198, 59.2. 22. (13) Blake Koch, Chevrolet, 198, 69.1. 23. (19) Mike Bliss, Chevrolet, 197, 71. 24. (39) Eric McClure, Chevrolet, 196, 43.9. 25. (29) Robert Richardson Jr., Chevrolet, 196, 51.5. 26. (37) Jeremy Clements, Chevrolet, 195, 46.9. 27. (25) Scott Riggs, Chevrolet, 195, 51.1. 28. (41) Morgan Shepherd, Chevrolet, 195, 48. 29. (34) Joey Gase, Ford, 195, 50.3. 30. (40) Derrike Cope, Chevrolet, 195, 37.1. 31. (38) Jamie Dick, Chevrolet, 194, 41.7. 32. (26) Mike Wallace, Chevrolet, 192, 44.6. 33. (31) Timmy Hill, Ford, engine, 142, 47.4. 34. (28) David Stremme, Chevrolet, suspension, 116, 57.5. 35. (24) David Ragan, Ford, engine, 114, 58.9. 36. (42) Josh Wise, Chevrolet, engine, 21, 37. 37. (36) Carl Long, Ford, handling, 15, 36.1. 38. (16) J.J. Yeley, Ford, vibration, 13, 43.2. 39. (33) Chase Miller, Chevrolet, vibration, 13, 38.7. 40. (23) Tim Andrews, Ford, vibration, 11, 35.5. 41. (32) T.J. Bell, Chevrolet, electrical, 9, 33.8. 42. (43) Jeff Green, Chevrolet, vibration, 6, 32.4. 43. (35) Scott Speed, Chevrolet, electrical, 3, 30.9.

NASCAR Sprint Cup AAA Texas 500 Lineup After Friday qualifying (Car number in parentheses) 1. (16) Greg Biffle, Ford, 193.736. 2. (6) David Ragan, Ford, 193.729. 3. (17) Matt Kenseth, Ford, 193.659. 4. (27) Paul Menard, Chevrolet, 193.437. 5. (14) Tony Stewart, Chevrolet, 193.257. 6. (00) David Reutimann, Toyota, 193.181. 7. (99) Carl Edwards, Ford, 193.071. 8. (2) Brad Keselowski, Dodge, 193.023. 9. (4) Kasey Kahne, Toyota, 192.947. 10. (78) Regan Smith, Chevrolet, 192.892. 11. (48) Jimmie Johnson, Chevrolet, 192.871. 12. (9) Marcos Ambrose, Ford, 192.816. 13. (21) Trevor Bayne, Ford, 192.589. 14. (22) Kurt Busch, Dodge, 192.472. 15. (42) Juan Pablo Montoya, Chevrolet, 192.362. 16. (88) Dale Earnhardt Jr., Chevrolet, 192.13. 17. (18) Kyle Busch, Toyota, 192.123. 18. (33) Clint Bowyer, Chevrolet, 192.123. 19. (56) Martin Truex Jr., Toyota, 191.986. 20. (83) Brian Vickers, Toyota, 191.918. 21. (29) Kevin Harvick, Chevrolet, 191.646. 22. (1) Jamie McMurray, Chevrolet, 191.571. 23. (24) Jeff Gordon, Chevrolet, 191.564. 24. (39) Ryan Newman, Chevrolet, 191.421. 25. (20) Joey Logano, Toyota, 191.299. 26. (43) A J Allmendinger, Ford, 191.252. 27. (55) J.J. Yeley, Ford, 191.069. 28. (11) Denny Hamlin, Toyota, 190.995. 29. (51) Landon Cassill, Chevrolet, 190.638. 30. (5) Mark Martin, Chevrolet, 190.436. 31. (31) Jeff Burton, Chevrolet, 190.389. 32. (47) Bobby Labonte, Toyota, 190.221. 33. (13) Casey Mears, Toyota, 190.221. 34. (34) David Gilliland, Ford, 190.02. 35. (66) Michael McDowell, Toyota, 189.74. 36. (35) Dave Blaney, Chevrolet, 189.64. 37. (32) Mike Bliss, Ford, 188.904. 38. (37) Mike Skinner, Ford, 188.904. 39. (46) Scott Speed, Ford, 188.679. 40. (87) Joe Nemechek, Toyota, 188.6. 41. (38) Travis Kvapil, Ford, Owner Points. 42. (36) Geoffrey Bodine, Chevrolet, Owner Points. 43. (71) Andy Lally, Ford, 188.528. Failed to Qualify 44. (30) David Stremme, Chevrolet, 188.357. 45. (95) David Starr, Ford, 188.344. 46. (7) Reed Sorenson, Dodge, 187.182.

S O C C E R Major League Soccer Playoff Glance WILD CARDS Wednesday, Oct. 26: New York 2, FC Dallas 0 Thursday, Oct. 27: Colorado 1, Columbus 0 EASTERN CONFERENCE Semifinals Sporting Kansas City vs. Colorado, Sporting City advances on aggregate 4-0 Sunday, Oct. 30: Sporting Kansas City 2, Colorado 0 Wednesday, Nov. 2: Sporting Kansas City 2, Colorado 0 Houston vs. Philadelphia, houston advances on aggregate 3-1 Sunday, Oct. 30: Houston 2, Philadelphia 1 Thursday, Nov. 3: Philadelphia 0, Houston 1 Championship Sunday, Nov. 6: Sporting Kansas City vs. Houston, 5:30 p.m. WESTERN CONFERENCE Semifinals Los Angeles vs. New York, Los Angeles advances on aggregate 3-1 Sunday, Oct. 30: Los Angeles 1, New York 0 Thursday, Nov. 3: New York 1, Los Angeles 2 Seattle vs. Real Salt Lake, Real Salt Lake advances on aggregate 3-2 Saturday, Oct. 29: Seattle 0, Real Salt Lake 3 Wednesday, Nov. 2: Seattle 2, Real Salt Lake 0 Championship Sunday, Nov. 6: Real Salt Lake at Los Angeles, 9 p.m. MLS CUP Sunday, Nov. 20: Conference Champions at Carson, Calif., 9 p.m.

MEETINGS Nanticoke Little League will hold a special meeting regarding merging with Newport Little League on Wednesday Nov. 9th and Thursday Nov. 17th at West Side for 7:30 p.m. Everyone is invited to attend. The Wyoming Valley West Boys Basketball Booster Club will conduct a meeting at the WVW Middle School, Chester Street, on Nov. 7th at 7 p.m. All parents of the boys’ basketball team are urged to attend. The Wyoming Valley West High School Soccer Booster Club will meet on Tuesday, Nov. 8th at 6 p.m. at Happy’s Pizza on Main Street in Plymouth. Parents of all Junior and Senior High soccer players are welcomes and encouraged to attend. The Wyoming Valley West Wrestling Booster Club will hold its meeting on Monday, Nov. 7th at 67:30 p.m. at the middle school. Tournament and new fundraising requirements will be discussed. Parents from all levels are encouraged to attend. Booster Club dues for the upcoming 2011-2012 season will be accepted at the meetings and events. The Duryea Little League will hold its monthly meeting Sunday, Nov. 13th at 7 p.m. at the Duryea VFW. REGISTRATIONS/TRYOUTS Luzerne County Lightning AAU Basketball will hold tryouts Thanksgiving Weekend for boys and girls in grades 5th to 10th. For more information regarding tryouts and the organization, please visit lightningboltball.com or email us at luzcountylightning@gmail.com The Stan Waleski Black Friday Basketball Camp is still accepting registrations. The camp will be held Friday, Nov. 25th from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. for boys and girls in grades 2nd though 8th at the St. Joseph’s Oblates gym in Laflin. The camp features skills, fundamentals, competitions, team play and fun with all players receiving a camp T-shirt and certificate. For camp information call Coach Waleski at 570-457-1206 or Coach LoBrutto at 570-654-8030. Interested players can also e-mail stanwaleski@yahoo.com. Rock Solid AAU Basketball will be holding tryouts for the spring 2012 travel basketball season on Sunday, Jan. 8th and Sunday, Jan. 15th. The tryouts will be for girls and boys in 5th – 10th grade and the cost is $10 per player. For more information contact Doug Miller at 570-696-2769 or e-mail TheRockRecCenter@bmha.org. UPCOMING EVENTS The Hanover Area Baseball Team will host a friendship night on Thursday, Nov. 10th from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Senunas Bar near King’s College. The Northwest Area 2nd Annual Alumni Basketball Games will be held on Nov. 25th. Girls game starts at 6 p.m., Boys game at 7 p.m., Women’s alumni at 8 p.m. and Men’s alumni at 9 p.m. Any alumni interested in playing should contact Liza Mazonkey at 570-25634012 or by email at mazonkey@epix.net. The Wyoming Valley West Spartan Classic Wrestling Tournament is on Saturday, Nov. 12th at the high school. Registration and weigh-in is Friday Nov. 11th from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the high school. Any questions please contact Joe Krokowski Elementary coach.

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B O X I N G Fight Schedule Today At Tokyo, Takahiro Ao vs. Devis Boschiero, 12, for Ao’s WBC junior lightweight title;Shinsuke Yamanaka vs. Christian Esquivel, 12, WBC bantamweight eliminator;Toshiyuki Igarashi vs. Wilbert Uicab, 12, WBC flyweight eliminator. Nov. 11 At Cohen Stadium, El Paso, Texas, Austin Trout vs. Frank LoPorto, 12, for Trout’s WBA junior middleweight title;Jonathan Gonzalez vs. Gabriel Rosado, 10, junior middleweights. Nov. 12 At MGM Grand, Las Vegas (PPV), Manny Pacquiao vs. Juan Manuel Marquez, 12, for Pacquiao’s WBO welterweight title;Timothy Bradley vs. Joel Casamayor, 12, for Bradley’s WBO junior welterweight title;Mike Alvarado vs. Breidis Prescott, 10, junior welterweights;Luis Cruz vs. Juan Carlos Burgos, 10, junior lightweights. Nov. 19 At Houston (HBO), Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. vs. Peter Manfredo Jr., 12, for Chavez’s WBC middleweight title. Nov. 26 At U.S. Bank Arena, Cincinnati (HBO), Adrien Broner vs. Vicente Rodriguez, 12, for the vacant WBO junior lightweight title.

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PENGUINS SUNDAY LAST FIVE GAMES

Oct. 22 at Hershey W, 3-1

Oct. 28 at Syracuse W, 5-3

Oct. 29 at Manchester W, 4-1

Friday Hershey W, 4-0

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Nov. 9 at Norfolk 7:05 p.m.

Nov. 11 at Hershey 7 p.m.

Nov. 12 Norfolk 7:05 p.m.

In just four games, Jason Williams has already sparked the Penguins’ power play

Using his powers

Nov. 15 Binghamton 7:05 p.m.

Nov. 18 at Portland 7 p.m.

Fantasy GM

By TOM VENESKY tvenesky@timesleader.com

Jason Williams is a psychic on the ice. He can see into the future and predict what’s going to happen. At least, that seems to be the case when the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins forward mans the point on the power play. In his four games this season, Williams has five points (one goal, four assists). Four of those – a goal and three assists, have come on the power play. Not bad, but it gets even better. Williams has scored “I’m wor- 93 goals in 447 career NHL games. Of those, ried about more than a third (32) what I can have come on the power play. do here, So how does he do it? By thinking ahead, acright now, cording to Wilkesto help Barre/Scranton coach this team John Hynes. “One of the things win. If I with a great power play get the player is they know call, great. what they’re going to do with the puck before Until then they get it,” Hynes said. I’m going “Instead of getting the puck and then making a to make decision, he gets it and the best of already knows where going. my oppor- it’s“It’s a skill he’s been able to develop and one tunities reason why he spent a here.” lot of time in the NHL.” Jason Williams It’s a skill that WilWBS Pens liams said he developed forward through experience, having confidence and learning from some great teachers early in his career. Williams spent the first six of his 10 NHL seasons with the Detroit Red Wings, from 2001 to 2007. Those Detroit teams were stocked with superstars and Hall of Famers, and Williams was an eager student, learning from the likes of Steve Yzerman, Chris Chelios and Nicklas Lidstrom. The latter, Williams said, taught him the most. “Lidstrom is probably one of the best power play guys around. He never panics with the puck and he finds the lane all the time to get his shots through,” he said. “That’s a huge aspect of it and I still work on that to this day.” Just like he plans ahead what he will do with the puck, Williams’ finds open lanes by predicting when they will clear. He does it by watching how the penalty kill sets up, spotting the tendencies of his opponents and picking them apart. Finding an open lane and getting a shot through is a critical power play skill, Williams said, because so many penalty killers are good at blocking shots. Getting just one shot through an open lane is so important, he said, because it can send a penalty kill into disarray. “You get shots through the open lane it makes their D turn around and that creates confusion,” Williams said. “That’s the main thing – get shots through, get their penalty kill running around and those lanes will be open.” Although Williams has only played in 21 AHL games since 2003 – compared to 272 NHL contests in that span, he sees a major difference between the power plays and the game in general at each level. In the AHL, positioning isn’t as refined and players get by with fast, aggressive skating, relying on their speed and work ethic to make up for any turnovers. But try that in the NHL and Williams said there is usually just one result. “You make a turnover there and the puck ends up in the back of your net,” he said. “In the NHL, guys are in the right positions all the time.” And proper positioning is another aspect that allows Williams to know what he’s going to do with the puck before it lands on his blade.

Colin McDonald Penguins winger

At 6-foot-3, 205 pounds, Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins winger Colin McDonald prefers to use his size to play a power forward game. As a fantasy GM, he would prefer that his players do the same. “I like a tough, power forward-type team, like any of the teams in the East,” McDonald said. “I’d model my team around that.” He would also dive into the Pittsburgh organization to fill some key spots and turn to his hometown roots to add one more player who many consider one of the greatest to ever play the game. And, interestingly enough, McDonald would leave one roster spot empty because the guys that play that role don’t get under his skin. Forward – Sidney Crosby (Pittsburgh): “He’s the best player in the game. You can’t pass up a player like that.” Defense – Nicklas Lidstrom (Detroit): “He’s experienced and he plays every aspect of the game. He does everything exceptionally well.” Goaltender – Marc-Andre Fleury (Pittsburgh): “He’s won a Cup, still young and has a lot of years left.” Power Play Specialist – Pavel Datsyuk (Detroit) DON CAREY/THE TIMES LEADER

Jason Williams has played 447 NHL games but this season is providing some punch for the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins. After missing time at the start of the season, the 31-year-old Williams is fueling the Penguins’ power play.

“One of the things with a great power play player is they know what they’re going to do with the puck before they get it. Instead of getting the puck and then making a decision, he gets it and already knows where it’s going. It’s a skill he’s been able to develop and one reason why he spent a lot of time in the NHL.” Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins coach John Hynes On Jason Williams

With only four games under his belt with the Penguins heading into Friday’s contest, Williams is still learning the tendencies of his power play teammates. He relies on communication to make sure he knows where everybody will be and they know what he’s going to do. If it all works as planned, chances are Williams’ teammates will be reaping the benefits. Players such as Colin McDonald, who has spent time on Williams’ power play unit, could be one of those beneficiaries of being in the right place.

“Colin is a bog body and he’s good at getting into position in front of the net,” Williams said. “I’ll talk to him before a power play and tell him if I see him there, I’m going to work to get that shot through. Anytime one of my teammates gets in front of the net, I want to try to reward their hard work.” While a hamstring injury forced Williams to miss the start of the season and the majority of training camp with Pittsburgh, he said he is back to 100 percent. The power play success may be his ticket

JASON WILLIAMS Age: 31 Position: Forward Experience: 447 NHL games over 10 seasons with Detroit, Chicago, Atlanta, Columbus and Dallas. 198 AHL games (entering Friday’s contest) with Cincinnati, Grand Rapids, Connecticut and Wilkes-Barre/ Scranton. Career totals: NHL: 93 goals, 132 assists, 225 points AHL: 75 goals, 103 assists, 178 points Best season: 2005-06 with Detroit – 21-3758 in 80 games.

back to the NHL, but Williams said that’s not his main focus. “In the first two weekends I’ve played we have four wins. That’s more important than anything,” he said. “I’m worried about what I can do here, right now, to help this team win. “If I get the call, great. Until then I’m going to make the best of my opportunities here.”

Penalty Kill Specialist – Ryan Kesler (Vancouver) Shootout Specialist – Corey Perry (Anaheim) Enforcer – Steve MacIntyre (Pittsburgh): “He’s one of the biggest, strongest guys in the league.” Pest/Agitator – None: “I don’t even let those guys bother me.” Head coach – Dan Bylsma (Pittsburgh): “From the little time I’ve spent with him, I can understand why teams are so successful under him.” All-Time Great – Gordie Howe (Detroit, Hartford): “I’m a little biased because I’m from Hartford and he played there for a little bit. He did everything and played until he was over 50.” —Tom Venesky

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BIG TEN ROUNDUP

Iowa upsets No. 13 Michigan, 24-16

the officials. We’ve got to do it ourselves,” Robinson said. IOWA CITY, Iowa — MichiCoker’s second touchdown, a gan’s Denard Robinson had four 13-yard run with 10:42 left, put shots at the potential gameIowa ahead 24-9. Robinson tying touchdown with 16 seconds left and three yards to go. wasted little time answering, finding Kevin Koger for a 7-yard Nothing, nothing, nothing, touchdown pass that pulled nothing. Michigan within 24-16 with 7:53 Iowa’s struggling defense to go. stopped the electrifying quarIowa, which was gashed for a terback each time, and the pair of fourth-quarter TDs in 13th-ranked Wolverines were last week’s 22-21 loss at Minnestuck with a 24-16 loss to Iowa on Saturday that damaged their sota, stalled on their last two drives and gave Robinson one Big Ten title game hopes. more shot to win it. Marcus Coker ran for 132 But he didn’t, and now Michiyards and a pair of touchdowns, while James Vandenberg added gan sits a game back of Michigan State in the division race — 171 yards passing and a TD for with the Spartans holding a the Hawkeyes (6-3, 3-2 Big tiebreaker edge thanks to a Ten), who have won three 28-14 win over the Wolverines straight over Michigan for the on Oct. 15. first time in school history. Michigan (7-2, 3-2) drove 79 yards to Iowa’s 3-yard line on its Northwestern 28, No. 9 Nebraska 25 final drive. But Robinson misLINCOLN, Neb. — Secondsed on four straight throws, string quarterback Kain Colter with Iowa’s B.J. Lowery breakran for two touchdowns and ing up Robinson’s final toss to passed for another to lead seal the win. “They showed a lot of heart,” Northwestern to a 28-25 upset of No. 9 Nebraska on Saturday. Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz said. Filling in for injured starter “It’s almost better that we endDan Persa in the second half, ed the game that way because Colter scored from the 1 with that’s a tough circumstance, 1:34 left to finish a 13-play, certainly, and you’re kind of 66-yard drive that chewed more rolling the dice a little bit bethan 7 minutes off the clock cause (Robinson) is a dangerafter the Cornhuskers had ous thrower but also he can AP PHOTO squirt out of there and run that pulled to 21-18. Iowa running back Marcus Coker (34) breaks a tackle by Michigan safety Jordan Kovacs (right) Taylor Martinez, who passed ball in there.” during a touchdown run in the first half Saturday in Iowa City, Iowa. for 289 yards and two scores, Iowa’s defense bent on the hurriedly moved Nebraska (7-2, final drive — in fact, it nearly Michigan State 45 with 15 secclinching touchdown after the 3-2 Big Ten) down the field. He yards and went over the 2,000broke. onds left, but Gray threw an interception. yard mark for his career on an But a couple of calls went the hit Kenny Bell for a 14-yard Roberson rushed for 84 yards interception. 81-yard touchdown play that touchdown with 18 seconds to Hawkeyes’ way, and a defense and passed for 174 and a touchput the Wildcats up 21-10 early that couldn’t stop Minnesota in play, but Charles Brown recoNo. 20 Wisconsin 62, down for the Hoosiers (1-9, in the fourth quarter. vered the onside kick and the fourth quarter in an upset Purdue 17 0-6), who lost their seventh in a Northwestern’s maligned Northwestern (4-5, 2-4) ran out loss last week did the rest. defense, which had been giving row. MADISON, Wis. — Montee the clock. Vincent Smith appeared to up 32 points and 432 yards a Ball rushed for a career-high Persa injured his left shoulder pull the Wolverines within No. 15 Michigan State 31, game, bottled up Nebraska 223 yards with three touchin the second quarter when he 24-22 on an 82-yard TD run Minnesota 24 running back Rex Burkhead downs and Wisconsin reboundafter bouncing off Iowa’s James was slammed to the ground by and forced two costly turnovers ed from back-to-back losses EAST LANSING, Mich. — Morris and going untouched for Eric Martin. Persa tried to play in the first half. with a 62-17 rout of Purdue on Le’Veon Bell’s 35-yard toucha couple more series, but he the score with just over two down run with 10:58 remaining Saturday. was on the sideline with his left Ohio State 34, Indiana 20 minutes left. Russell Wilson threw two helped No. 15 Michigan State arm in a sling after halftime. Replay officials, however, hold off upset-minded Minneso- touchdowns and scored on a COLUMBUS, Ohio — BraxThe loss to the 17-point unruled Morris’ elbow had touscramble for the Badgers (7-2, ta 31-24 on Saturday. ton Miller ran for two scores derdog Wildcats dropped Neched the ground. Robinson Bell ran for 96 yards and two 3-2 Big Ten). The lopsided including a record 81-yarder and braska into a second-place tie shook it off and calmly drove victory was a boost to the Badgtouchdowns, and Kirk Cousins Travis Howard ended Indiana’s with Iowa and Michigan in the the Wolverines down the field. ers after their late collapses at threw for 296 yards and a pair last chance at tying it with an Big Ten’s Legends Division. Then, in the final sequence, Michigan State and Ohio State interception, leading Ohio State of TDs. The Spartans (7-2, 4-1 Michigan State moved into sole to a 34-20 victory on Saturday. Junior Hemingway’s apparent the past two weeks. Big Ten) trailed 24-21 after possession of first place with its TD grab was ruled out of Raheem Mostert had five The victory was the third in a three quarters before rallying. bounds, and Smith dropped one win over Minnesota. kickoff returns for 206 yards for MarQueis Gray threw three row for the Buckeyes (6-3, 3-2 Colter, who typically shares in the end zone on the next the Boilermakers (4-5, 2-3), touchdown passes to Da’Jon Big Ten), but it didn’t come playing time with Persa at quar- easy. play. McKnight for the Golden Goph- helping them stay in the game terback, took all but four snaps Robinson couldn’t connect early on. Caleb TerBush started ers (2-7, 1-4), who upset Iowa Not until Howard picked off in the second half. He ran for 58 Tre Roberson’s pass at the Ohio last weekend but were unable with Roy Roundtree on fourth at quarterback for Purdue, with yards and completed four of six State 28 with 4:07 left were the to shake up the conference title Robert Marve also getting some down, sending the jubilant passes for 115 yards. ThirdHawkeyes streaming onto the time. race again. Buckeyes assured of the win. string quarterback Trevor Siefield. Wilson was 15 of 20 for 205 With the score tied at 24, Bell Three Buckeyes topped 100 mian came in and went 3 of 4 Robinson finished 17-of-37 yards rushing: Dan Herron with found running room to the right yards, and had 76 yards rushing for 67 yards. passing for 194 yards and two and went all the way to the end for the Badgers before coach 141 yards on 14 carries, Carlos Jeremy Ebert caught six TD passes. Hyde with 105 on 15 and Miller zone to put the Spartans ahead. Bret Bielema rested him early in the fourth quarter. Minnesota had the ball at the with 105 on 14. Hyde added a passes for a career-high 147 “We can’t leave the game to The Associated Press

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West Virginia’s Big East title hopes hurt in loss The Associated Press

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Teddy Bridgewater threw for one touchdown, Andrew Johnson returned a blocked field goal for another score and Louisville shocked No. 24 West Virginia 38-35 Saturday. Not expected to be a factor in the Big East this season, the surprising Cardinals (5-4, 3-1) won their third straight in a tight race and dealt a severe blow to West Virginia’s title chances. Louisville also got a payback of sorts after being overlooked in the recent Big 12 expansion sweepstakes, a bid that went to the Mountaineers. Geno Smith threw for 410 yards and three scores but couldn’t bring the Mountaineers (6-3, 2-2) back from 10 points down in the fourth quarter. West Virginia will likely need to win its final three games against Cincinnati, Pittsburgh and South Florida and get some help to have a shot at the league’s BCS berth.

significant step toward winning the program’s third conference title in four years. Pitt (4-5, 2-2) led by 10 early in the third quarter but a pair of turnovers deep in its own territory allowed Cincinnati to get back in the game. Tino Sunseri ran for a touchdown and passed for another but Kevin Harper’s 50-yard field goal attempt with 14 seconds left was wide right.

spreading it around and connecting for scores with Coby Fleener, Stepfan Taylor and Griff Whalen. No. 7 Oklahoma 41, Texas A&M 25

NORMAN, Okla. — Landry Jones threw two touchdown passes and Roy Finch and Blake Bell added short TD runs on consecutive possessions and No. 7 Oklahoma pulled away from Texas A&M. No. 4 Stanford 38, The Sooners (8-1, 5-1 Big 12) Oregon State 13 led just 13-10 at halftime, but CORVALLIS, Ore. — Andrew Texas A&M (5-4, 3-3) had its Luck shook off the rain and the second-half troubles continue chill to throw for 206 yards and — the Aggies gave up big second-half leads in its previous three touchdowns in No. 4 three losses. Stanford’s victory over Oregon The Aggies, headed for the State. The victory was costly for the Southeastern Conference, won’t miss coming to Norman. Cardinal, who lost senior receiver Chris Owusu to a concus- They’re now 0-7 on Owen Field sion in the second quarter after during the Bob Stoops era; the previous six losses had come by a helmet-to-helmet collision with Beavers cornerback Jordan an average of 41 points. Poyer. Owusu was taken from No. 18 Georgia 63, the field by ambulance. New Mexico State 16 Stanford (9-0, 7-0 Pac-12) extended the nation’s longest ATHENS, Ga. — Aaron Murwinning streak to 17 games. ray threw five second-quarter Cincinnati 26, Pittsburgh 24 The Cardinal have not opened touchdown passes, former walk-on receiver Brandon HarPITTSBURGH — Zach Colla- 9-0 since 1952. Next week, the Cardinal host ton ran for 98 yards and No. 18 ros threw for 214 yards and ran No. 6 Oregon in a game that Georgia won its seventh for two touchdowns as No. 23 could decide the Pac-12 North’s straight game by cruising past Cincinnati took firm control of representative in the league’s New Mexico State. the Big East race with a win inaugural championship game. The Bulldogs (7-2) turned to over Pittsburgh. Luck completed 20 of 30 Harton this week after Isaiah Isaiah Pead rushed for 118 passes with one interception. Crowell and Carlton Thomas yards and Tony Miliano kicked were suspended one game for four field goals for the Bearcats He upped his touchdown pass total to 26, six shy of his own failing a drug test. Georgia was (7-1, 3-0 Big East), who won also without top reserve tailtheir sixth straight and took a school record set last year, by

back Richard Samuel, who will miss the next month after undergoing ankle surgery. But with Murray running the offense, Georgia had little reason for concern against New Mexico State (3-6). UCLA 29, Arizona St. 28

PASADENA, Calif. — Derrick Coleman scored the goahead touchdown for UCLA on a 1-yard run with 49 seconds to play, and Alex Garoutte missed a 46-yard field goal attempt as time expired in the Bruins’ victory over No. 20 Arizona State. Coleman’s dive capped a perilous 79-yard drive featuring a fumble by Coleman, an offensive pass-interference penalty and a third-and-29 conversion by the Bruins (5-4, 4-2 Pac-12), who improbably moved into first place in the Pac-12 South for the first time since early last season. Brock Osweiler passed for 264 yards and moved the Sun Devils 47 yards in 38 seconds to set up Garoutte’s final attempt, but the freshman pushed it wide right — his second miss of the half. Osweiler rallied Arizona State from a nine-point deficit in the second half, capping a 93-yard drive with a 1-yard TD dive with 7:48 left. Arkansas 44, South Carolina 28

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Tyler Wilson threw for 299

yards and two touchdowns as No. 8 Arkansas held on for a win over No. 10 South Carolina. Jarius Wright added four catches for 103 yards and a pair of touchdowns, and Dennis Johnson had a 98-yard kickoff return for a touchdown for the Razorbacks, who won their fifth straight. Houston 56, UAB 13

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Case Keenum threw for 407 yards to become the most prolific passer in NCAA history and he added his first two rushing touchdowns of the season to lead No. 14 Houston past UAB. Keenum passed Timmy Chang’s career record of 17,072 yards passing for Hawaii from 2000-04. Keenum finished the game with 17,212 yards passing. Houston (9-0 overall, 5-0 Conference USA) has won its first nine games for the first time in school history. It also was 8-0 in 1979 and 1990. Texas 52, Texas Tech 20

AUSTIN, Texas — Freshman Joe Bergeron ran for 191 yards and three touchdowns and Texas used another punishing rushing performance to rout Texas Tech. Florida 26, Vanderbilt 21

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Jeff Demps ran for a career-high 158 yards and two touchdowns, shouldering the load because of Chris Rainey’s ankle injury, and Florida beat Vanderbilt.

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Notre Dame knocks off Deacons The Associated Press

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — Tommy Rees threw two touchdown passes and Notre Dame shut out Wake Forest in the second half of its 24-17 victory on Saturday night. Rees was 14 of 23 for 166 yards with scoring passes of 38 yards to Tyler Eifert and 16 yards to Michael Floyd. Jonas Gray added a 1-yard touchdown run for the Irish (6-3). They outgained the Demon Deacons 341-297, scored on their first two possessions of the second half and held on to win their second straight. Tanner Price was 17 of 24 for 187 yards with a 20-yard touchdown pass to Brandon Pendergrass. Josh Harris added a 2-yard touchdown run for Wake Forest (5-4), which led 17-10 at halftime but has lost three of four. Twice in the second half, the Demon Deacons had the ball at the Notre Dame 10 while down by a touchdown — and they came away with no points. Wake Forest squandered Josh Bush’s long interception return midway through the third quarter when Pendergrass fumbled at the Irish 9. Wake Forest then had a first-and-goal from the 10 midway through the fourth, but lost 15 yards on its next three plays and David Newman’s 42-yard field goal sailed wide right with 5:24 left. Gray and Cierre Wood then took over on the ground for the Irish, who ran out the clock. Gray finished with 92 yards for the Irish, who took the lead for good with their strong start to the half. The senior tied it at 17 when he took a pitch untouched around left end for his ninth touchdown of the season. That came two plays after Gray appeared to score from 26 yards out, but an official review determined his elbow touched the turf inside the 1-yard line. Notre Dame went back to work 11⁄2 minutes later, with Wood’s 27yard run up the middle setting up Rees’ go-ahead touchdown pass. Floyd slipped behind a pair of Wake Forest defenders and pulled down a perfectly thrown ball in the right corner of the end zone before 6 minutes had elapsed in the half. Ball security has been a problem all year for the Irish, who entered ranked 118th nationally in turnover margin, and it looked like the Demon Deacons were going to make them pay for Rees’ second interception to Bush before Pendergrass’ costly fumble swung momentum back to the Irish.

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The crowd of more than 100,000 at Bryant-Denny Stadium — most of them dressed in crimson — sat in stunned silence as LSU celebrated its victory in only the 23rd regular-season matchup between the top two teams in The Associated Press rankings. LSU still must win its last three regular-season games — No. 8 Arkansas is the toughest test — and then would have to get through the SEC championship game. But the Tigers are the clear favorite after winning another huge game away from home, emerging with the victory in a matchup between the two teams generally considered the best in the land. Alabama will long be moaning about how this one got away. Foster missed two first-quarter field goals, and Jeremy Shelley had one blocked before Shelley finally made one from 34 yards. Alleman kicked a 19-yarder on the final play of the first half, leaving the teams tied at 3 even though the Crimson Tide clearly had the upper hand. Interceptions set up both field goals in the second half. Foster made one from 46 yards after Jarrett Lee threw his second pick of the game, then Alleman connected from 30 yards after Alabama’s AJ McCarron made an ill-timed throw.

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H.S. FOOTBALL

UNICO all-star teams released

District 2 playoff field pairs up familiar foes

GAR: QB Darrell Crawford, Wyoming Valley West: RB The annual game will be held coach the East. Tashawn Bunch, TE Chris Cole- RB Mykel Dempsey, WR Max on Nov. 23 at Wyoming Area’s WEST ROSTER man, OL P.J. Cwalina, WR Dylan Gates, OL Joe Olejar, WR Shastadium in West Pittston. Berwick: OL Dom Palmenteri, Flayhart, OL Mark Hufford, QB liek Powell, RB Dwayne Wright By JOHN ERZAR jerzar@timesleader.com

The Wyoming Valley Conference coaches met recently to select the rosters for the UNICO All-Star Football Classic. The game will be played at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 23, at Wyoming Area’s stadium in West Pittston. Players still participating in the postseason will be ineligible to play. Alternates were also selected if needed. Here are the rosters for the teams. Pittston Area’s Mike Barrett will coach the West. Hanover Area’s Ron Hummer will

RB Jeremy Freeman, OL Jake Jola and QB Jared Pierce. Dallas: FB Garrett Artsman, WR Paul Brace, WR Shane Dunn, RB Jim Roccograndi, TE Keifer Rogers, Ol Zach Taylor and WR Brett Wanek. Lake-Lehman: OL Jamie Aldrich, TE Curt Barbacci, OL Ryan Hoyt, QB Jared Novitski and WR/RB Nick Shelley. Northwest: WR Christian Foley, OL Dave Johnson and QB Gunner Majer. Pittston Area: OL John Ameen, OL Dave Dragon and WR Mike Stankosky. Tunkhannock: OL Casey Drake, RB Zach Edmundson and QB Luke Seaberg.

Eugene Lewis, OL Matt Perugino, OL Kyle Phillips and OL Matt Reams. Wyoming Area: OL Nick Bartolli, WR/RB Ahmad Bouie, Ol E.J. Driving Hawk, FB Matt Kintz, FB Corey Popovich and OL Jake Smith.

EAST ROSTER Coughlin: TE Chris Cinti, OL Cliff Francis, OL John Karazia, WR Frankie Mahmoud, WR Russell Monroe and RB Joe Parsnik. Crestwood: QB Nick Aigeldinger, WR Tiler Black, OL Danny Distasio, TE Vinny Genoble, OL Tony Morgante, RB Roger Legg, RB Eric Pickett, WR Nick Powell and FB Anthony Survilla.

and TE John Yashkus. Hanover Area: OL Anthony Dennis, OL Tyler Edwards, OL Martin Steve and FB John Zuder. Hazleton Area: RB Brian Campbell, TE Sam Grohol, RB Yousef Guzman, QB Chad Hoffman and OL Steve Komar. Holy Redeemer: QB/WR David Gawlas, OL Robert Morgan, TE Kurt Jones and OL David Bertram (injured). Meyers: WR Chris Demarco, TE Jalen Miller and OL Ed Walters. Nanticoke: WR Jeff Jezewski, RB Brian Maslowski, WR/QB Zak Matulewski, OL Christian Stevenson OL and Pedro Bracero (injured).

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Tunkhannock outlasts Redeemer for first win By JAY MONAHAN For The Times Leader

WILKES-BARRE — No playoff berths were on the line but at Wilkes-Barre Memorial Stadium Saturday, Tunkhannock and Holy Redeemer were still playing for something exclusive – their first mark in the win column. In a battle between the two remaining winless teams in the Wyoming Valley Conference, Tunkhannock outlasted Holy Redeemer 33-23 in what proved to be a hard-fought contest. The Royals finished their second consecutive year without a victory. The Tigers jumped out to a 27-6 lead at halftime and averted a second-half comeback for their first win defeating the same Royals squad in Week 10 last season. “It was a great way to finish a difficult year for these kids,” said Tunkhannock coach Rod Azar, whose team returned only two of its offensive starters from 2010. “They fought all year. They were outmatched all year long. Today, they had a chance to go out there and get a win.” After Holy Redeemer scored 16 straight points to make it a one-possession game, Tunkhannock rattled a drive of 8:53 that yielded a 2-yard Andy Muckin rushing touchdown. Playing with nothing to lose, the Tigers converted three fourth-down

plays during the fourth-quarter drive. Azar said he was afraid to give the ball back to Holy Redeemer senior quarterback David Gawlas, who finished with 155 yards in the air and 73 on the ground. “They were moving the ball on us,” Azar said. “(Gawlas) is a hell of an athlete, and he was hurting us on defense and on offense.” Prior to Tunkhannock’s long drive, Holy Redeemer looked nothing like a 0-10 team in the third quarter. Gawlas teamed up with Seth Tarselli (six receptions, 108 yards) for 22- and 30yard passing touchdowns. “I understand that’s no wins, but we put some nice numbers this year,” said first-year Holy Redeemer coach Joe Ostrowski. “We’re going to finish the conference first in passing yards, and that’s something to build upon moving on to next year.” The Tigers were carried by a pair of 100-yard rushers. Zack Edmonson garnered 187 yards and two touchdowns, and Josh Robinson picked up 146 yards and a score. Holy Redeemer battled injuries to its offensive line and receiving corps, forcing the Royals to throw to their second- and third-string wideouts. “We seen as much adversity as a team could go through with in-

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Tunkhannock running back Josh Robinson (right) is met by Holy Redeemer’s Mike Martin on Saturday in Wilkes-Barre.

juries,” said Ostrowski. “Over the course of the season, we lost three excellent players. That’s hard for a team with as few guys as we have.” Tunkhannock 33, Holy Redeemer 22 Tunkhannock...................... 7 20 0 3 — 33 Holy Redeemer.................. 0 6 16 0 — 22 First Quarter TUN – Edmonson 1 run (Coolbaugh kick), 2:15 Second Quarter TUN – Robinson 25 run (Coolbaugh kick), 10:03 HR – Tarselli 19 pass from Gawlas (run failed), 4:24 TUN – Edmonson 16 run (Coolbaugh kick), 1:18 TUN – Lawson 0 fumble recovery (kick failed), 0:16 Third Quarter HR – Tarselli 22 pass from Gawlas (Shandra

pass from Gawlas), 4:55 HR – Tarselli 30 pass from Gawlas (Gawlas run), 0:00 Fourth Quarter TUN – Muckin 2 run (kick failed), 3:07 Team Statistics Tunkhannock Redeemer First downs .......... 19 15 Rushes-yards...... 54-343 21-72 Passing ................ 0 197 Total Yards .......... 343 269 Comp-Att-Int........ 0-1-0 13-27-1 Sacks-Yards........ 3-13 1-4 Punts-Avg. ........... 2-24 1-36 Fumbles-Lost ...... 2-1 1-1 Penalties-Yards .. 7-65 4-34 INDIVIDUAL STATISTICS RUSHING – TUN: Edmonson 23-187, Robinson 21-146, Seaberg 5-5, Muckin 3-8, Team 2-(minus-3); HR: Gawlas 15-73, VVillani 4-5, Strickland 1-(minus-5), Team 1-(minus-1) PASSING – TUN: Seaberg 0-1-0-0; HR: Gawlas 9-16-0-155, Strickland 4-11-1-42 RECEIVING – HR: Ligotski 1-9, Shandra 6-60, Tarselli 6-108 INT – TUN: Bishop 1-0 MISSED FGS – None

LOCAL COLLEGE FOOTBALL

Four turnovers haunt Monarchs in senior day defeat King’s had two interceptions and two fumbles against the previously winless Devils. By DAVE ROSENGRANT drosengrant@timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE TWP. — Before Saturday afternoon’s game at McCarthy Stadium, the fans in attendance and King’s players on the field reeled off their own rendition of the national anthem because the music didn’t start. That turned out to be the most excitement the Monarchs’ fans and players would enjoy. The contest that followed wasn’t very good for the home team, as it hurt itself on several occasions dropping a 17-3 decision to FDU-Florham. The Devils (1-8, 1-6 MAC) notched their first win of the season. The loss dropped the Monarchs to 1-7 overall and 1-6 in the conference as 11 seniors played their final home game on senior day. “I feel bad for the seniors. I wish there were more of them, but they have helped mold 55 freshmen to carry this program forward,” King’s coach Jeff Knarr said. “They’ve done that as they’re outmanned 5-to-1, but there’s just not enough older guys.” On the opening drive of the game, King’s showed it could move the ball at will against the Devils, driving into their territory down to the 24. But freshman

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King’s defensive lineman Jake Lehnowsky chases down FDUFlorham quarterback Ryan Cushman, looking for a sack.

quarterback Bryant Klein was sacked, lost the ball and FDU recovered. The Monarchs defense looked stellar on their first chances on the field, holding the Devils to just 3 yards and forcing a threeand-out. On the following punt, Jay Torres returned the kick 13 yards but fumbled and FDU recovered again. This time, FDU made King’s pay for the turnover, scoring a touchdown to go up 7-0 with just 9:02 left in the first quarter. It was that kind of day for the Monarchs. “Obviously we had some momentum there and we gave them the momentum back,” Knarr said.

In the third quarter with King’s trailing by 14, the Monarchs got good field position on the FDU 38. An illegal block penalty, a sack and an interception thrown by Klein on the FDU goal line ended the threat. Klein (11-of-18, 96 yards) was pulled in the fourth quarter for senior Joe Kirchon, who went 7of-10 for 106 yards on just two drives. “He’s not equipped to gunsling yet. He’s a run-first kind of guy and he has to learn with that and get better with that,” Knarr said of Klein. “Joe knows he’s not really a runner so he’s going to throw it. “We told Klein this had nothing to do with his performance.

It’s about where we are in the game and we need to go to try and move the ball.” With 6:41 left in the game, Kirchon sparked two more rallies. He took the team 63 yards on his first drive going down to the FDU 9 before a turnover on downs. Then on the final drive, the senior helped King’s gain 35 more yards to get to the Devils’ 17 before being picked off to seal the win for FDU. “We’re moving the ball up and down the field and then we just kill ourselves,” Knarr said. “There are things where we left a lot of points on the board today, and give FDU credit. They made things happen and we just misfired. “We have two more weeks left to start firing on all cylinders.” FDU-Florham 17, King's 3 FDU-Florham........................ 14 3 0 0 — 17 King’s ..................................... 0 3 0 0 — 3 First Quarter FDU – Norton 1 run (Mullen kick) 9:02 FDU – Norton 5 run (Mullen kick) 3:39 Second Quarter KING’S – Lloyd 19 field goal 12:45 FDU – Mullen 25 field goal Team Statistics FDU King's First downs ............................. 14 16 Rushes-yards......................... 41-160 27-43 Passing.................................... 93 202 Total Yards ............................. 253 245 Comp-Att-Int........................... 9-21-0 18-28-2 Sacks-Yards ........................... 5-30 2-10 Punts-Avg. .............................. 7-32.9 4-40.8 Fumbles-Lost ......................... 0-0 2-2 Penalties-Yards ..................... 5-56 5-50 INDIVIDUAL STATISTICS RUSHING – FDU: Norton 26-99, Cushman 944, Bennett 4-19, TEAM 2-(minus-2). KING’S: Ofcharsky 14-50, McGrath 2-14, Haddock 1-10, Spencer 3-6, TEAM 1-(minus-9), Klein 6-(minus-28). PASSING – FDU: Cushman 9-21-0-93. KING’S: Klein 11-18-1-96, Kirchon 7-10-1-106. RECEIVING – FDU: Bennett 4-41, Fruncillo 230, Can Orden 1-10, Miranda 1-8, Norton 1-4. K: Torres 6-86, Buford 3-39, Haddock 3-18, Ford 2-22, Greene 2-18, Ofcharsky 1-11, Mullings 1-8. INTERCEPTIONS – FDU: Margolin, Amerosi MISSED FGS – FDU: Mullen (33, WL). KING’S: Lloyd (46, WL)

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Five rematches will be part of next weekend’s District 2 football playoffs. The field was set Saturday for teams in the Wyoming Valley Conference and Lackawanna Conference. In the District 2/4-11 Class 4A tournament, second-seeded Wyoming Valley West (9-1) will host seventh seed Scranton (7-3) at 7 p.m. Friday. Valley West defeated the Knights 21-7 in the seasonopener for both teams. Delaware Valley (7-3) received the eighth seed by winning a tiebreaker with Whitehall. DelVal will travel to topseeded Nazareth (9-1) at 7 p.m. Friday. In the D2-3A playoffs, Dallas (9-1) will be the top seed and host Scranton Prep (7-3) at 1 p.m. Saturday. Dallas defeated Prep 48-20 in Week 2. Prep won the final seed by scoring a touchdown with 26 seconds left Saturday to defeat West Scranton 22-16. The other D2-3A semifinal will be Crestwood (7-2) at Valley View (9-1) at 7 p.m. Friday. The D2-2A semifinals will be at 7 p.m. Friday. Top-seeded GAR (9-1) hosts fourth-seeded Lakeland (5-5). Lakeland handed the Grenadiers their only loss of the season, 34-31 in the third week of the season. GAR played the game without standout quarterback Darrell Crawford, who was injured, and standout defensive lineman Shakir Soto, who was serving a one-game suspension for being ejected from a game the previous week. Third-seeded Mid Valley (6-4) will be at second-seeded Wyoming Area (6-3). In the D2-A playoffs, topseeded Dunmore (10-0) will host fourth-seeded Riverside (6-4) at 7 p.m. Friday. The Bucks defeated Riverside 28-0 this past Friday. Third-seeded Lackawanna Trail (7-3) will be at secondseeded Old Forge (7-3) at 7 p.m. Friday.

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The Dutchmen got on the board first taking the opening kickoff and driving 62 yards in just six plays and 2:14. Ben Guiles scored on a 29-yard run to give Lebanon Valley a 6-0 lead. Wilkes answered right back as Alex George found Auxence Wogou for 17-yard touchdown pass and a 7-6 Colonels lead midway through the first quarter. Then came the Colonels first big opportunity in the game when Guiles fumbled the ensuing kickoff and Wilkes’ Tate Moore-Jacobs jumped on the ball at the Dutchmen 48. The Colonels went three and out, however, and Lebanon Valley scored just 1:21 later. Driving 77 yards in four plays, the Dutchmen scored on a 47yard pass play from Colt Zarilla to Tim Picerno for a 13-7 lead with 4:31 left in the first quarter. George put the Colonels back on top 14-13 early in the second with a 7-yard touchdown pass. Zarilla then ran for a touchdown and threw for another to put the Dutchmen up 27-14 with just 1:41 in the half. George drove the Colonels to the Dutchmen nine with under 30 seconds left in half, but Geoffrey Arentz missed wide right on a 35-yard field goal attempt. The Colonels quarterback finished the game 28-of-46 for 272 with two touchdowns and an interception. He also ran for two more touchdowns and 109 yards. “He is a dual-threat guy,” Sheptock said. “I’m pleased with the competitiveness of him. That’s an intangible quality of his that

D I S T R I C T S T A N D I N G S

Teams qualify based on state points-per-game average listed in final column. Standings include only teams still in contention entering the final week. Points totals were compiled by The Times Leader and are unofficial. CLASS 4A District 2/4-11 ....................... x-D11 Nazareth ..................... x-Wyoming Valley West ....... x-D11 Easton......................... x-D11 Parkland...................... x-D11 Stroudsburg ............... x-D11 Bethlehem Freedom . x-Scranton.............................. x-Delaware Valley ................. D11 Whitehall ........................ Wallenpaupack...................... D11 Bethlehem Liberty ........

W 9 9 8 8 8 8 7 7 7 7 6

L 1 1 2 2 2 2 3 3 3 3 4

Pts. 1310 1250 1170 1110 1040 1010 920 900 900 860 810

Avg. 131.0 125.0 117.0 111.0 104.0 101.0 92.0 90.0 90.0 86.0 81.0

x-Clinched playoff berth Playoff format: Five D11 teams, two D2/4 teams and the remaining team with the best points-pergame average qualify. Points format: Class 4A teams receive points based on a defeated opponent’s classification: 4A, 100 points; 3A, 80; 2A, 60; A, 40. Teams also receive 10 points per victory by a defeated opponent. CLASS 3A District 2 ................................ W x-Dallas .................................. 9 x-Valley View ......................... 9 x-Crestwood .......................... 8 x-Scranton Prep .................... 7 Berwick ................................... 7 Coughlin ................................. 5

L Pts. Avg. 1 1390 139.0 1 1340 134.0 2 1200 120.0 3 970 97.0 3 910 91.0 5 750 75.2

x-Clinched playoff berth Playoff format: Four teams qualify. Points format: Class 3A teams receive points based on a defeated opponent’s classification: 4A, 120 points; 3A, 100; 2A, 80; A, 60. Teams also receive 10 points per victory by a defeated opponent. CLASS 2A District 2 ................................ W L Pts. Avg. x-GAR ..................................... 9 1 1260 126.0 x-Wyoming Area ................... 6 3 780 86.7 x-Mid Valley ........................... 6 4 790 79.0 x-Lakeland.............................. 5 5 750 75.0 Lake-Lehman......................... 5 5 630 63.0 Susquehanna ........................ 5 5 570 57.0 x-Clinched playoff berth Playoff format: Four teams qualify. Points format: Class 2A teams receive points based on a defeated opponent’s classification: 4A, 140 points; 3A, 120; 2A, 100; A, 80. Teams also receive 10 points per victory by a defeated opponent. CLASS A District 2 ............................... W x-Dunmore ............................ 10 x-Old Forge ........................... 8 x-Lackawanna Trail .............. 7 x-Riverside ............................ 6

L Pts. Avg. 0 1560 156.0 2 1300 130.0 2 1220 122.0 4 950 95.0

x-Clinched playoff berth Playoff format: Four teams qualify. Points format: Class 2A teams receive points based on a defeated opponent’s classification: 4A, 160 points; 3A, 140; 2A, 120; A, 100. Teams also receive 10 points per victory by a defeated opponent.

Old Forge defeated Trail 37-6 in Week 7. Valley West will be home again on Nov. 18 if it wins. The championship games in Class 3A, 2A and A will be at the home field of the highest remaining seed. In the Eastern Conference Class 3A playoffs, Coughlin (5-5) will play at Berwick (7-3) at 7 p.m. Friday. Northwest will be at Mahanoy Area in a Class A game, although the time and date haven’t been set.

he his continuing to develop and I think he is going to be a great one.” The Colonels scored on the opening drive of the second half as George capped a six-play, 52yard drive with a 1-yard touchdown run to cut the lead to 27-21. But the Dutchmen picked up the next two scores to go up 42-21 with 8:53 to play. Zach Tivald and George closed out the scoring with touchdown runs for Wilkes. “The team really battled back in the second half,” Sheptock said. “I don’t think we necessarily played our best ball in the first half. "I thought they responded very well in the third quarter with giving us a chance to get back into the game and to take the lead. “The team has a lot of heart and a lot of character.” Lebanon Valley 45, Wilkes 32 Lebanon Valley.................. 13 14 0 15 — 42 Wilkes University .............. 7 7 7 14 — 35 First Quarter LVC – Guiles 29 run. (Fakete kick failed) WU – Wogou 17 pass from George (Arentz kick) LVC – Picerno 47 pass from Zarilla (Fakete kick) Second Quarter WU – Bousson 7 pass from George (Arentz kick) LVC – Zarilla 1 run (Fakete kick) LVC – Mankiewicz 2 pass from Zarilla (Fakete kick) Third Quarter WU – George 1 run (Arentz kick) Fourth Quarter LVC – Picerno 41 pass from Zarilla (Fakete kick) LVC – Picerno 8 pass from Zarilla (Zarilla rush) WU – Tivald 35 run (Arentz kick) WU – George 2 run (Arentz kick) Team Statistics LVC WU First downs ............................. 24 24 Rushes-yards ......................... 46-236 42-193 Passing.................................... 277 272 Total Yards ............................. 513 465 Comp-Att-Int ........................... 13-26-2 28-47-1 Sacks-Yards Lost .................. 3-25 1-10 Punts-Avg................................ 4-35.5 6-32.7 Fumbles-Lost.......................... 2-2 1-1 Penalties-Yards ..................... 9-84 8-75 INDIVIDUAL STATISTICS RUSHING – LV: Guiles 27-208, Ransom 7-28, Zarilla 8-20, Murphy 1-0, Team 3-0. WU: George 22109, Tivald 10-57, Wogou 9-45, Behrman, 1-17. PASSING – LV: Zarilla 13-26-2 277. WU: George 28-46-1 272. RECEIVING – LV: Picerno 7-198, McIntyre 2-29, Mankiewicz 2-15, Hall 1-26, Miller 1-9. WU: Wogou 7-57, Eagles 5-73, Bousson 4-35, Tivald 4-35, Behrman 4-23, Curry 3-41, Driscoll 1-8. MISSED FGS: Wilkes: Arentz: 35 (WR), 30 (WR) INTs: LV: Pellowski, Briskie. WU: Melley.

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BINGHAMTON, N.Y. — When the Binghamton Senators scored a power-play goal with less than two minutes remaining to even things up against the WilkesBarre/Scranton Penguins on Saturday, Colin McDonald took it personally. McDonald was on the ice when the Senators’ tied things up 1-1 to force overtime. “I was upset,” he said. But McDonald redeemed himself in a big way, scoring a goal in the first round of the shootout to help lead the Penguins to a 2-1victory. The win – the Penguins’ sixth in a row, improves their record to 73-1-1. Norfolk’s loss on Saturday also moves the Penguins into first place in the East Division. In six road contests this season, the Penguins have yet to lose, and Thiessen has been a big reason why. In all six of his starts on the road, Thiessen has allowed no more than one goal in five of those. On Saturday, Thiessen engagedinagoaltenders’battlewith

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21 at Berwick last week. “You have to brush this off. I give Crestwood credit. We fell asleep there in the third quarter.” Coughlin led 10-0 after the first quarter on a 47-yard TD run by Zac Evans and a 21-yard field goal by Hunter Bednarczyk. Crestwood, though, led 14-10 at halftime as Legg scored on runs of 22 and 1 yard in the second quarter. The Comets built the lead to 28-10 at the end of the third quarter. Aigeldinger hooked up with receiver Kota Kishel for a 53-yard TD pass early in the third. Running back Nick Powell added a 2yard touchdown run at 4:37.

Binghamton’s Robin Lehner. In the first period, Lehner snatched a Carl Sneep shot out of midair to take away an open net. In the second, Thiessen stuffed Derek Grant to stifle a Binghamton two-on-one. The Penguins got on the board first when Zach Sill and Brandon DeFazio exchanged favors in the second period. With the puck in the Binghamton zone, Sill left a drop pass for DeFazio, who blasted a shot just wide. Seconds later, DeFazio gained the puck in the offensive zone and waited for Sill to skate in before dishing a pass that he buried behind Lehner for a 1-0 lead. The goal marked the seventh straight game that the Penguins scored first. For almost three periods it looked like the lead would stick and Thiessen would record his second consecutive shutout. That was until the last two minutes, when things came unglued after a Joey Mormina interference call at 18:06. That gave Binghamton a late power play, which they used to finally get a puck past Thiessen and shock the Penguins by sending the game in-

Crestwood 28, Coughlin 16 Crestwood.......................... 0 14 14 0 — 28 Coughlin ............................. 10 0 0 6 — 16 First Quarter COU – Evans 47 run (Bednarczyk kick), 10:42 COU – Bednarczyk 21 FG, 1:40 Second Quarter CRE – R.Legg 22 run (Aigeldinger kick), 11:21 CRE – R.Legg 1 run (Aigeldinger kick), 4:09 Third Quarter CRE – Kishel 53 pass from Aigeldinger (Aigeldinger kick), 10:53 CRE – Powell 2 run (Aigeldinger kick), 4:37 Fourth Quarter COU – Parsnik 31 run (pass failed), 8:26 Team Statistics Crestwood Coughlin First downs................... 20 12 Rushes-yards .............. 46-273 39-217 Passing ......................... 189 45 Total Yards................... 453 262 Comp-Att-Int ................ 5-8-0 3-10-2 Sacked-Yards Lost ..... 1-1 2-15 Fumbles-Lost............... 1-1 3-1 Penalties-Yards........... 7-70 1-5 INDIVIDUAL STATISTICS RUSHING – CRE, Aigeldinger 12-76, Kishel 1-8, Survilla 5-3, R.Legg 16-115, Powell 7-46, Pickett 328, team 2-(minus-3). COU, Parsnik 21-115, Evans 13-94, Monroe 3-23, Pilch 1-(minus-2), team 1-(minus-13). PASSING – CRE, Aigeldinger 5-8-0-180, Powell 0-1-0-0. COU, Parsnik 3-10-2-45, Pilch 0-1-0-0. RECEIVING – CRE, Powell 1-41, Kishel 2-86, Genoble 2-53. COU, Mahmoud 1-22, Cinti 1-13, Keen 1-10. INTS – CRE, Aigeldinger, Black. MISSED FGS – none.

to overtime tied 1-1. After a scoreless overtime, the Penguins got back on track in the shootout, outscoring the Senators 3-2 on goals from McDonald, Bryan Lerg and Niko Dimitrakos. The win was the first for the Penguins in Binghamton since the 2009-10 season, and it was Thiessen’s first win at the Broome Veterans Memorial Arena. McDonald said it felt good, even if the victory did take some extra work. “I’m having the most fun I’ve had in a long time,” he said. “We’re finding ways to win games. That’s what good teams do.” NOTES • Paul Thompson was a scratch and missed his first game of the season. He has a goal and three assists in 10 games. Thompson was replaced by Matt Rust. • Geoff Walker did not dress and missed his second game due to injury. • The second taping of Chilling withthePenguinswillbeheldthis Monday at 5:45 p.m. at Coal Street. The taping is free and open to the public.

W Y O M I N G VA L L E Y C O N F E R E N C E Division 4A ........................ W L PF PA CP xd-Wyo. Valley West ......... 9 1 431 178 76 Hazleton Area .................... 4 6 217 306 34 Williamsport ........................ 3 7 158 276 25 Division 3A ........................ W L PF PA CP xd-Dallas ............................. 9 1 352 142 74 d-Crestwood ....................... 8 2 297 179 67 ec-Berwick .......................... 7 3 307 238 58 ec-Coughlin ........................ 5 5 225 210 43 Pittston Area....................... 3 7 221 269 24 Tunkhannock...................... 1 9 131 382 7 Division 2A-A.................. W L xd-GAR ............................. 9 1 d-Wyoming Area .............. 6 3 ec-Northwest (A).............. 6 4 Lake-Lehman ................... 5 5 Nanticoke .......................... 3 6 Hanover Area ................... 3 7 Meyers .............................. 3 7 Holy Redeemer ................ 0 10

PF 416 362 266 291 199 203 136 191

PA CP 162 61 163 41 238 43 245 34 302 21 332 21 318 21 442 0

x-Clinched division title. d-Clinched district playoff berth ec-Clinched Eastern Conference playoff berth. NOTE: CP is Championship Points toward the divisional title. Teams get nine points for defeating a Class 4A opponent, eight for a Class 3A opponent, seven for a Class 2A opponent and six for a Class A opponent. The team with the most Championship Points is the division winner.

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Patriots, Giants focus on the present as they play for first time since the famous game. By JIMMY GOLEN AP Sports Writer

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Hanging from the steel framework at the home of the New England Patriots is a banner unlike any other in the NFL, one that commemorates their 16-0 record in the 2007 regular season. Perfection. Almost. The Patriots won every game that season and the first two in the playoffs as well, giving them a chance to be the first NFL team to finish the year 19-0. But their quest for perfection disintegrated — along with their hopes for a fourth title in seven years —

when they ran into the New York Giants in the Super Bowl. “We’ve won them, we’ve lost them, but they’re all in the past; they’re in the books,” Patriots coach Bill Belichick said. “Whatever happened or didn’t happen, can’t change it, it’s part of history. Right now I’m focused on getting ready for this week’s game. That’s the way it is every week: focus on the week that we’re playing, not what happened in the past.” The Giants and Patriots will play again Sunday — the first time they’ve met in a game that counts since New York won the Super Bowl 17-14 with two fourth-quarter touchdowns, including the one by Plaxico Burress with 35 seconds left set up by David Tyree’s acrobatic catch. Although the teams have different emotions about that game, they agree the 2007 season and the ’08

“If we were still living in the shadow of 2007, then that’s one of our greatest downfalls. ... Obviously, 2007 was a great year in all of our careers, but that’s not going to help us going there this year.”

Justin Tuck Giants defensive lineman

Super Bowl are too far in the past to help them plan for this weekend. “If we were still living in the shadow of 2007, then that’s one of our greatest downfalls,” defensive lineman Justin Tuck said. “We have to move on. ... Obviously, 2007 was a great year in all of our careers, but that’s not going to help us going there this year. A lot of guys are back from those two teams and a lot of guys are gone. “The better team this year is

going to win the football game, not the better team in ‘07.” There are only 14 players left from the Super Bowl on the Giants now; for New England, it’s just seven. But some of the big names remain, including quarterbacks Tom Brady and Eli Manning. “That’s a distant memory,” Brady said. “This is an entirely different team that we have and that they have. ... We’ve played them in the preseason this year and that probably gives us a little

more of an understanding of what they do then the game a few years ago.” The Giants (5-2) and Patriots (5-2) both have impressive records — and still plenty of reason to doubt they are on the right track. The Patriots lost to Pittsburgh on Sunday in a game that further exposed their NFL-worst defense. Brady threw for a seasonlow 198 yards against the Steelers. New York barely slipped by winless Miami last week, getting a touchdown pass from Manning to Victor Cruz with just under 6 minutes left to take the lead. Two key offensive players, running back Ahmad Bradshaw and wide receiver Hakeem Nicks, are banged-up and might not play. “It’s been a few years, so obviously now we’re more focused on

trying to get back to those circumstances,” Manning said. “Our focus is on this week’s game and getting ready for the Patriots.” Coach Tom Coughlin doesn’t spend a whole lot of time thinking about it — not even this week. “It seems like a long time ago,” he said. “I certainly was very proud of our players and very happy for our team and our franchise and our ownership, and I’ll always cherish those memories. There isn’t any a question about that. “The New England Patriots were a team that had gone through the regular season undefeated, which is a feat that is very, very, very rare indeed, and they deserve credit for that. That’s the extent of it for me. I’m trying to live in the moment.”

Steelers, Ravens prep for rematch Baltimore embarrassed Pittsburgh in the season opener, winning 35-7. By WILL GRAVES AP Sports Writer

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Philadelphia’s LeSean McCoy (25) leads the NFL in rushing yards per game (107.7) and rushing yards per attempt (5.6).

Marquee backs facing off Monday night

The Eagles’ LeSean McCoy and the Bears’ Matt Forte highlight the matchup. By ROB MAADDI AP Pro Football Writer

PHILADELPHIA — LeSean McCoy gets a breather and runs back on the field on his own. He rides a stationary bike with the clock winding down just to have something to do. The affable running back playfully punches his coach in the gut to celebrate a first down. The No. 1 rushing attack in the NFL belongs to the Philadelphia Eagles. That’s no misprint. The same team that used to run the ball only as a last resort leads the league with an average of 179.9 yards per game on the ground. McCoy is the reason for that success. Even after he runs all over defenses, McCoy, whose nickname is Shady, still has plenty of energy left to do some goofy things. “He wants to play,” coach Andy Reid said. “I take him out and he runs back on. It makes me mad. I have to snatch him back off the field. He’s a competitor and loves to play the game. He’s very young, too, remember that. And he’s the one doing all of the jumping around in the locker room afterward. I mean, he’s riding a bike with 1:30 left in the game. “He’s got this phenomenal energy and he loves to play. When he gets pulled out of a game, he’s not a real happy camper.” The Chicago Bears have a darn good running back, too. Matt Forte might be the best allaround player at his position. When the Eagles (3-4) host the Bears (4-3) on Monday night, McCoy and Forte will showcase their talents on a national stage.

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Chicago running back Matt Forte has excelled as a rusher and a receiver. He leads the entire league in yards gained from scrimmage with 1,091 all while in the middle of a contract dispute.

“I feel like I’m one of the elite guys,” McCoy said. “I feel like each player has a fight in them. They want to be considered one of the best players in this league. I feel like every game is like an opportunity to prove myself, a guy that’s kind of underrated. So I just want to go out there and prove myself.” McCoy, a second-round pick out of Pitt in 2009, is second in the league in yards rushing (754) and first in yards rushing per game (107.7). His average yards per carry (5.6) is first among

players with at least 75 attempts. Forte is sixth in yards rushing (672) and first in yards from scrimmage (1,091). A secondround pick out of Tulane in 2008, Forte is having his best season in the middle of a contract dispute. “It makes you feel good that I’m being successful on the field, and I want to continue to be successful out there,” he said. McCoy is coming off a careerbest performance in a 34-7 victory over Dallas that put the Eagles back in the middle of the NFC East race. He ran for 185 yards

and two touchdowns on 30 carries. McCoy had 126 yards rushing on 28 carries in Philadelphia’s previous game, a 20-13 win at Washington on Oct. 16. He’s the first Eagle with at least 28 rushing attempts in consecutive games since Wilbert Montgomery in 1979. Keith Byars, Herschel Walker, Ricky Watters, Duce Staley and Brian Westbrook passed through town after Montgomery without touching the ball that often in a two-game stretch. “I think Shady has shown us pretty much everything that he’s shown us for that last two years, that he’s a dynamic player and he’s by far one of the best in this league,” quarterback Michael Vick said. McCoy could be in the same situation as Forte next year. Forte is earning $600,000 this season in the final year of his rookie contract. He’s already expressed his displeasure over the possibility the Bears might place the franchise tag on him rather than sign him long-term. With each stellar performance, Forte’s value goes up. The Bears need another excellent effort from Forte to have a chance against the resurgent Eagles. Chicago is tied with two other teams for the final playoff spot in the NFC. The Bears trail Green Bay (7-0) by three games in the North, so a wild-card berth is probably their best way to reach the postseason. “We feel good about our team,” Bears coach Lovie Smith said. “We’ll know a lot more about our football team from playing a good Philadelphia team. I know what their record says, but you have to kind of base things on how a team is playing lately. Again, they’re playing good football.”

PITTSBURGH — Mike Wallace kept waiting for things to get better. Kept thinking at some point the Pittsburgh Steelers would turn it around. Yet as the minutes passed, the turnovers piled up — seven in all — and the Baltimore Ravens savored every last second of their 35-7 whipping of the defending AFC champions in the season opener, the wide receiver and the rest of his teammates could do little more than sit there and take it. “No question it still hurts,” Wallace said. And no question two months later the Steelers consider the beatdown a gift. Heading into Sunday’s rematch at Heinz Field, Wallace points to Baltimore’s raucous celebration as the wake-up call needed to shake the Steelers out of their post-Super Bowl stupor. “It kind of made us see where we were,” Wallace said. “Everybody said it was over for us.” Hardly. Pittsburgh (6-2) has ripped off four straight wins and sits atop the AFC North while the Ravens (5-2) have been uneven at best. If they’re not crushing the Steelers or the Jets they’re losing to Jacksonville and Tennessee and struggling to rally past Arizona. Yet a win on Sunday would give the Ravens a season sweep over their rivals for the first time since 2006 and put them on the inside track to win the division. “I look at it like we’ve got to win because they’re not going to lose again if they beat us,” Steelers linebacker Larry Foote said. If the Steelers didn’t like the way the Ravens enjoyed the opener, odds are they’re not going to like what happens late Sunday night if Baltimore does it again. Not that the Ravens care. Not after the Steelers knocked them out of the playoffs in two of the last three seasons. “We remember how they partied after they won the AFC championship twice,” linebacker Terrell Suggs said. “In 2008, we remember seeing them party. And last year after they beat us, we remember seeing them party. We don’t really care. ... If you win the game, I guess you get to celebrate how you want to.” While players on both sides have done a good job of downplaying the impact of the opener, Suggs just can’t help himself. There’s no team he enjoys beating more than the Steelers. He considers Heinz Field his version of Madison Square Garden and joked he “owned” Pittsburgh quarterback Ben Roethlisberger after sacking him three times in the opener. Looking back, Suggs figures maybe he went overboard. But

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The Steelers and wide receiver Mike Wallace (17) are looking for redemption in tonight’s rematch against the Ravens at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh.

only a little. “No man owns anybody but if there is anybody that can bring him down by themselves, it’s definitely me,” Suggs said. The Steelers stress, however, they’re hardly the same team that looked overmatched and outmanned on Sept. 11. The restructured offensive line has found some consistency after early season injury issues, Wallace has continued his evolution into one of the league’s top receivers and the defense is back to its usual dominant self, holding New England and quarterback Tom Brady to 213 yards in a 25-17 win last week. All positive developments to be sure. All of which will mean nothing if the Steelers back down on national television. More stunning than the score in Baltimore’s romp in the opener is the way the Ravens won. They punished the Steelers for 60 minutes, pushing Pittsburgh around in ways few teams have over the last five decades. If the Steelers are to push back, they’ll have to do it with a patchwork linebacker corps. Stars James Harrison (eye), James Farrior (calf) and LaMarr Woodley (hamstring) are all questionable, leaving Lawrence Timmons as the sole healthy starter. Coach Mike Tomlin insists he isn’t desperate, but he also didn’t rule out abandoning the team’s 3-4 defense to go to a 4-3 scheme. Such a drastic makeover is unlikely. Besides, there are no real secrets between these two teams. “We know the way they play; they know the way we play,” Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis said. “We know they’re going to try to get (Wallace) on a deep ball behind us. There (are) no secrets with us. Whether they try or not, we’re prepared for it.”

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Maybin making his mark The former Penn State star is playing well with the Jets after the Bills gave up on him.

By JOHN WAWROW AP Sports Writer

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FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Aaron Maybin is still unsure why things went so wrong in Buffalo. Lots was expected from the Bills’ 2009 first-round draft pick, who took his reputation as a passrushing presence with him to Buffalo along with an intimidating nickname that promised excitement: “Mayhem.” Just over two years later, Maybin was being called plenty of other things. But this might have been the one that hurt most: “Bust.” His Bills career was over before it really started: No sacks, no starts, no respect. “Honestly, it’d be hard to sit here and wonder why, and that’s not really even a concern for me anymore,” Maybin said. “I stopped worrying about what went wrong in Buffalo a long time ago.” Maybin struggled with keeping his weight up in Buffalo, and looked more physically like a safety than a linebacker. His production suffered, and he was cut this past offseason. He signed with the New York Jets, who also released him before the season, but brought him back for another chance a few weeks ago. “One thing we were missing was a guy with a great get-off that had some explosiveness,” defensive coordinator Mike Pettine said. “It was unfortunate the way the roster played out early on that we had to let him go. We were fortunate to be able to get him back because we knew what he brought to the table.” Suddenly, things have started to work out for Maybin, who has become one of Rex Ryan’s favorites and a pass-rushing force in limited snaps. He has three sacks and three forced fumbles, and Ryan expects Maybin to get more playing time — starting Sunday against his former team. “I feel great,” Maybin said. “This is one of my stronger weeks of practice I’ve had here, if not the strongest, as far as mental preparation. As far as excitement goes, I was ready a couple of weeks ago.” You better believe he’s had his eye on this game against Buffalo since coming back with the Jets. To his credit, though, Maybin has not expressed any bitterness toward the Bills or the fans in Buffalo. “I felt this way all along,” he said. “I’ve never been the kind of guy to do my talking in the media. I do my talking on Sundays on the field. That’s the extent of that. I have nothing negative to say, I’ve got no sound bytes to give anybody that’s going to make big headlines on SportsCenter. I’m just ready to play again.” After all, Maybin has been waiting a while for this. He was a playmaker in two seasons at Penn State with 16 sacks, including12 in his second season. Early in his career, Penn State coach Joe Paterno butchered his name and instead called him “Mayhem,” which fans jumped on immediately. There were signs that read “Maybin’s Mayhem” scattered throughout the stadium and NFL stardom seemed a given, especially because of his natural athletic ability. Then came two lost seasons in Buffalo, including last year, when he averaged just five snaps a game. “It didn’t work out,” Bills center Eric Wood said. “I know a lot of people have dogged him, but there’s one thing he did: He worked hard. I guess it’s paying off for him now.” It sure is. Mayhem is back, and Maybin couldn’t be happier.

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Aaron Maybin (51) has been making an impact since being picked up by the New York Jets this year after being cut by Buffalo, where he was labeled a first-round bust.

“Making a statement, that’s for somebody who’s concerned only about their own success,” he said. “My success is important to me and everything, but it ties into what the team’s doing. It’s a matter of whatever the team needs to get the ‘W.”’ On Sunday, that might be Ryan and Pettine sending him onto the field on third down with one objective: Get the quarterback. “He creates havoc whenever he’s out there in the roles we ask him to do,” linebacker David Harris said. “We know this week, he’s going to be a little bit more juiced up for

it since that’s his former team and he knows a lot of those guys personally. It’ll be fun seeing out there Sunday.” The capper could come if he gets a sack, something Maybin acknowledged would be a sweet feeling. “Oh, yeah, that goes without question,” Maybin said. “It was something I was never able to accomplish while I was there in the regular season. For me to go out there and have the opportunity to be able to do that now, it would definitely be exciting.” Bills coach Chan Gailey has been impressed by what he has

seen on film from Maybin. “He’s hustling,” he said. “He’s made a few plays for them. He’s the Energizer Bunny out there. He keeps going and going and going. I mean, he plays hard.” Pettine said Maybin, signed by the Jets after the third game of the season, has been working closely with outside linebackers coach Mike Smith and the team has tried to not give him too much responsibility in the defense. Ryan will make Maybin a team captain Sunday, meaning he’ll go out to the middle of the field at Ralph Wilson Stadium.

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — The brash, big-talking New York Jets can have their bluster. Buffalo Bills receiver Stevie Johnson let a T-shirt make his statement. Johnson this week proudly displayed an election campaignstyled shirt that had “FitzpatrickJohnson 2012: Yes We Can” written in red, white and blue lettering across the chest. “Yes we can. Yes we can get to the playoffs, we can get to the Super Bowl,” Johnson said, noting he and quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick are running on the “Bills Party” platform. “Whatever they say we can’t, we can.” The Bills have delivered a message of hope and change to their win-starved fans courtesy of a surprising 5-2 start that has them tied with New England atop the AFC East. And it’s not lost on the players how much Buffalo could further turn this division on its head with a win Sunday, when the Jets (4-3) come to town. “I don’t want to say they’re too much of a hype, because they’ve gotten it done,” Johnson said, referring to the Jets’ bigger-thanBroadway reputation. “I think it’s our turn now. It’s our turn to show that we’re going to come in and try to take over this division and make this run be for real.” And there, in a nutshell, is how this recently lopsided rivalry — the Jets have won five of the past six and outscored the Bills by a combined 76-21 last year — has taken on a significant twist. The Bills are pushovers no longer as they prepare to play their most

meaningful game in November in four seasons. The Bills had the same 5-2 record in 2008 before a 26-17 home loss to the Jets helped grease what became a 2-7 slide. “Why can’t it be us?” linebacker Chris Kelsay said. “We’ve been in the basement of this division for a while. We’re in a great position right now. It’s just a matter of seizing that opportunity.” Buffalo has the Jets’ attention, though coach Ryan and company don’t have any intention of backing down. “I don’t think (the division) is flipped on its head. There’s a lot of football left to be played. We plan on being at the top of the division when it’s all said and done,” Ryan said. “We’re not worried about, ‘Let’s wait until week whatever,12 or13.’ We’re ready to make our move right now, and that’s our intention.” The schedule lines up for them. After playing the Bills, they host New England and then host Buffalo on Nov. 27, as part of a stretch that has the potential to go far in separating the division’s pretenders and contenders — sorry Miami. “Of course we control our own destiny,” linebacker Bart Scott said. “After everything that has happened and the things that have been written and said about us, if we win these next two weeks, we’re right exactly where we want to be.” The Jets are at least feeling much better about themselves than they were a month ago, when the team appeared on the verge of unraveling after dropping three straight road games.

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Another second-half storm for Comets

Four goals after halftime lift Crestwood past Moravian Academy and into states. By JOHN MEDEIROS jmedeiros@timesleader.com

Dallas coach Matt Samuel congratulates Regan Rome (left) after the sophomore took fifth overall in the PIAA Class 3A girls race.

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ish with a time of 19:21. “I wanted to place top five, put my heart into it and did what I wanted,” Sowinski said. “I was amazed at going up the hills. I thought I was going to die on them, but I felt great on them. It was so weird.” Strangely enough, the Redeemer boys put up District 2’s best team finish without a top finisher. The Royals took a bronze medal in the Class 2A boys race by using steadiness over stardom to post an average time of 17:50. Led by sophomore Vinay Murthy (41st overall, 21st in team points) and junior Mitchell Ford (44th, 23rd), the Royals ran an average time of 17:50, placing four runners within the top 40 by team standards as all seven Redeemer competitors cracked the top 100 in team placement. The Royals girls were almost as impressive, capturing a fourth-place team medal. Despite missing big gun Cassandra Gill – a state medalist last year at 25th overall who sat out the last month following a leg injury – Redeemer put three finishers among the top 20 in team points and wound up with an average time of 20:55. Marissa Durako wound up with a strong 19:30 time to place eighth overall, and Brianne Ligotski’s 20:51 missed out on a medal at 50th place but scored 18th in team points. “I was very proud of the girls,” Redeemer coach Ed Roman said. “We were missing one of our top

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through an agony nobody wants to know. “He actually broke a record for cancer – he went through the whole cycle of radiation without stopping,” Brenden said proudly. “It’s a big inspiration for our whole team.” As if that wasn’t enough to get the Mountaineers motivated, Corey Ehret came back to

runners (Gill) today. To finish fourth without one of your top runners, that’s a tremendous accomplishment.” Just finishing in the middle of the Class 3A pack was a feat for the Dallas boys team. Two of their runners, Brenden Ehret and Kyle Borland, suffered serious spills that required medical attention afterwards. “I actually jumped a few kids,” said Ehret, a sophomore who was sporting a scraped leg and a heavy bandage to help heal a bicep that was spiked. “I missed the last guy and fell down. I blocked my face and a kid put the spikes in my arm.” Yet, both fallen Mountaineers bounced back up and helped Dallas to a 12th-place finish with an average time of 17:33. “Those weren’t minor falls, they got hit hard,” Dallas coach Matt Samuel said. “They made the comment that they let us down, that they blew it for us. My comment is, ‘You’re only blowing it for us if you don’t get back up.’ “I can’t be more proud as a coach.” Rome’s strong effort helped the Dallas girls finish seventh in the Class 3A team standings with an average time of 20:08. Sophomore Bryanna Dissinger (20:06) and freshman Lindsey Oremus (20:07) dashed into the top 77 overall to aid in the seventh-place team finish. “I think it’s pretty difficult by this point to absolutely put into words how well our girls did today and how well Regan did,” Samuel said. “This is just an excellent state for cross country. For her to mix it up with them is unbelievable. She’s inner-motivated and innerrun a few races last year, with peach fuzz on his head and determination in his heart. “He went through his first round of cancer, he went back out for cross country and he did really well,” Chris Ehret said. “He beat some people others may not have beaten. He used to have peach fuzz when he lost his hair. We started calling him ‘Peachy.’ ” That’s why the words ‘For Peach’ are written on the running shoes of the whole Dallas boys team. And why those

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Rachel Sowinski of Holy Redeemer (15) crosses the finish line to win a fifth-place medal in Saturday’s PIAA Class 2A girls race.

driven like nobody else I’ve been around.” A handful of other area competitors pushed themselves around the Hershey course and across the finish line at states. Among the best were a 47thplace finish by Tunkhannock senior Jake Siegel and a 73rd placing by Hazleton Area junior Jacob Fetterman in the Class 3A

boys race. Lake-Lehman sophomore Kaylee Hilliard’s finish of 66th, and Hanover Area senior Amy Viti’s run to 70th place in the Class 2A girls race. Hazleton Area freshman Nicole Buehrle finished in 96th place in the 3A girls race. LakeLehman senior Jacob Bevan took 97th in the Class 2A boys race.

words are now on that sparkling trophy the Dallas team won during a recent meet in Gettysburg his year. “I Sharpied his name on it,” Chris Ehret said. “I just felt it deserves to be on there.” It’s a fitting tribute to a former teammate whose life story seems to drive Dallas runners with every stride. “Those boys are my heroes,” said Dallas coach Matt Samuel, whose father Earl is suffering from terminal cancer. “What they do for each other and the

difficult nature of Corey’s cancer would bring a person like me to my knees. And I fancy myself as a tough person.” It’s not so much about finding strength where the Ehrets are concerned. It’s more about finding an amazing type of character through courage. One look at Corey Ehret shows that. Paul Sokoloski is a Times Leader sports columnist. You may reach him at 970-7109 or email him at psokoloski@timesleader.com.

LOCAL ROUNDUP

Misericordia men’s soccer team wins Freedom Conference title The Times Leader staff

ST. DAVIDS — Chris Panagacos scored his first collegiate goal to lead the Misericordia men’s soccer to a 1-0 win on the road at top-seeded Eastern in the Freedom Conference championship. It was the third conference title for the Cougars (13-2-4) since joining the league four years ago. Panagacos headed in the winner late in the first half after game MVP Bryan Kulbacki got a head on it himself from a feed from Greg Korhonen. Misericordia keeper Dan Fritz made the only save of the

match, denying a point-blank shot with 15 minutes remaining. Up next for the Cougars is a trip to the NCAA Division III tournament.

bid to the NCAA Championships.

WOMEN’S BASKETBALL

score of 3-1 to win the title. U-12 Girls

The Nanticoke Strikers defeated Back Mountain by a score of 2-1 to win their second Michelle Bugonowicz (24 points) and Nicole Maximowicz consecutive championship. WOMEN’S SOCCER Kayla Aufiero and Katelyn (19) combined for more than Eastern 3, Misericordia 0 Butczynsky each scored for half of the Trailblazers’ points Nanticoke. Eastern scored three goals in in the victory. For Back Mountain, Annalise Michelle Gitkos chipped in 17 the first half and finished off the Chesire struck net. shutout in the Freedom Confer- points for the winners and Chelsea Gromier added 12 ence Championship. U-14 Girls points. The Eagles took the lead in the 20th minute and added two The Mountain Top Mojo LUZERNE COUNTY CUP insurance goals before the half defeated Hanover 1-0. U-11 Girls ended. Maria Ellis scored for MounWith the loss, the Cougars tain Top while Shyla Seesoltz The Pittston Stoners defeatwill await a potential at-large earned the win in goal. ed Back Mountain by the final LCCC 78, Penn Tech 62

WHITEHALL — If every corner had been a goal, Crestwood might still be on the field at Whitehall. The Comets earned 27 penalty corners as they reached the first round of the PIAA Class 2A field hockey tournament with a 4-1victory over Moravian Academy on Saturday afternoon. “As long as its down at our end and we’re playing offense, it’s OK,” Crestwood coach Elvetta Gemski said of a potentially frustrating day. “It was definitely numerous chances we generated.” Crestwood (21-3) will play Tuesday against the District 3 runner-up at a site and time to be determined. “We’re so happy to be in states,” sophomore Marissa Surdy said after her Comets survived two play-in games to reach the 16team tourney. “This game was really big. They all are. If we don’t win, we’re done.” The first half looked more like a practice session than a state qualifying game. Crestwood lined up for 19 corners in the first half, as the Comets kept the ball in Lions territory for 29 of the first 30 minutes of play. Crestwood likely used every corner set in its playbook trying to break through on Moravian (17-6). But keeper Zoe Briggs made 13 saves in the half, Katherine Kistler made a defensive save and the Lions weathered the storm in their circle. “Absolutely not,” Comets junior Chandler Ackers said when asked if the first half was frustrating. “They came down (the field) just twice on us. We had so many offensive shots, we knew we’d start scoring.” After being repelled throughout the first half, Crestwood suddenly found itself trailing 57 seconds into the second half. Moravian, the District 11 runner-up, converted its first penalty corner after starting the half with the ball.

Sarah Brown made a short injection pass to Lucy Pidock, who lofted the ball toward the goal. Comets keeper Danielle DeSpirito swatted the airborne ball away but Madi Sheetz was waiting in front of the goal to slam home the rebound for a 1-0 lead. “Honestly, we tried to get a quick goal ourselves,” Ackers said. “We tried and they got past us. Unfortunately, it happens. But the light switched on for us after that.” The tally only made Crestwood more determined, as it started play at midfield and marched right into the Moravian circle. A stick obstruction call led to a penalty stroke 17 seconds after the Moravian goal. Anna Dessoye rocketed the ball over the shoulder of Briggs to knot the game at 1. From there, the Comets offense found its range, converting a pair of corners and cashing in on a power play after Briggs was whistled for unsportsmanlike conduct. “We were generating a lot of offense,” Gemski said. “But we had to bring it up a level and I think we visibly did it.” Surdy had a pair of goals, netting the winner on a rebound of a Casey Cole blast from the top of the circle for a 2-1 lead in the 37th minute. She also finished a textbook rush started by a lead pass from Lindsay Hischak to Kelsey Jones, who centered to Surdy for the game’s final goal. “I was just there in front,” Surdy said of the winning goal. “I went with it and pushed at it as hard as I could. I didn’t even worry about which way it was going.” With roles jumbled on a corner in the 41st minute, Chandler Ackers blasted a shot from the left wing past Briggs. Top scorer Dessoye played the injection to Jess Newak at the top of the circle. Newak dished to her left to Ackers, who normally handles injection passes for the Comets. Crestwood 4, Moravian Academy 1 Crestwood .................................................... 0 4 — 4 Moravian Academy..................................... 0 1 — 1 Second half: 1. MOR, Madi Sheetz (Lucy Pidock), 29:03; 2. CRE, Anna Dessoye (penalty stroke), 28:50; 3. CRE, Marissa Surdy, 23:56; 4. CRE, Chandler Ackers (Jess Newak), 19:28; 5. CRE, Surdy (Kelsey Jones), 9:21. Shots: CRE 21, MOR 2. Saves: CRE 2 (Danielle DeSpirito), MOR 17 (Zoe Briggs 16, Greta Helvie 1). Corners: CRE 27, MOR 3.

BREEDERS’ CUP

Drosselmeyer sprints in, steals victory in Classic By BETH HARRIS AP Racing Writer

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Talk about a battle of the sexes — and a couple of exes. Drosselmeyer, a 14-1 long shot, roared down the middle of the track and caught Game On Dude in the closing strides to win the $5 million Classic by 11⁄2 lengths Saturday, capping a weekend of upsets at the Breeders’ Cup. Hall of Fame jockey Mike Smith beat his former fiance, Chantal Sutherland, who rode Game On Dude. A year ago, Smith walked off the track in tears after losing the race on superstar Zenyatta by a head. “Chantal did a great job,” said Bob Baffert, who trains Game On Dude. “I can’t believe she got beat by Mike Smith.” The former couple, together on and off for six years, broke up in 2010, but remain cordial, even taking part in a “Battle of the Exes” match race in August. Drosselmeyer ran 11⁄4 miles in 2:04.27 under the lights at Churchill Downs and paid $31.60 to win. Ruler On Ice was third. Hall of Fame trainer Bill Mott swept the weekend’s top two races, winning the $2 million Ladies’ Classic with Royal Delta on Friday. Smith tied Jerry Bailey with his15th Breeders’ Cup victory after winning the Sprint earlier Saturday. The Classic produced the final upset of a weekend full of surprises. The biggest was by 64-1 shot Court Vision, who took down three-time winner Goldikova in

the Mile. Afleet Again won at 41-1 odds in the Marathon, and 18-year-old Irishman Joseph O’Brien became the youngest jockey to win a Breeders’ Cup race, taking the Turf for his father-trainer Aidan O’Brien. Hansen upset even-money favorite Union Rags by a head in a thrilling finish to the $2 million Juvenile, tabbing the gray colt as the winter book favorite for the Kentucky Derby. Court Vision and jockey Robby Albarado won the Mile by a nose, triggering a win payout of $131.60, second-biggest in Breeders’ Cup history behind the $269.20 Arcangues paid to win the 1993 Classic. They covered the distance on the turf in 1:37.05. In the Juvenile, Hansen under Ramon Dominguez ran 1 1-16 miles in 1:44.44 and paid $16.20 to win at 7-1 odds while improving to 3-0. He’s named for co-owner and breeder Kendall Hansen, a doctor in Kentucky, and is trained by Mike Maker. In the Marathon, Afleet Again rallied to win by 21⁄4 lengths under Cornelio Velasquez. He paid $85.20. Ireland-bred Wrote won the $1 million Juvenile Turf by 21⁄4 lengths. The 12-1 shot paid $25.20 to win for trainer O’Brien. Smith guided Amazombie to a neck victory in the $1.5 million Sprint at 7-1 odds. The 5-year-old gelding paid $17.80 to win. Regally Royal won the $1 million Turf Sprint by 11⁄2 lengths as the 2-1 favorite.

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AT PLAY

Wyoming Valley Vipers claim Bandits Bash

The Wyoming Valley Vipers won the 2011 annual Danville Bandits Bash Tournament. Pictured are team members. First row, from left: Coach John Ferdinand, Kelsey Rinehammer, Kara Voyton, Sara Schuler, Hanna Voyton, Coach Emmit Coolbaugh. Second row: Coach Ken Horwath, Julie Lieback, Bethany Shaud, Medina Lieback, Britney Meeker, Sarah Coolbaugh, Mikayla Hoskins, Chelsea Skrepenak and Coach Matt Skrepenak.

Field hockey team claims gold medal at KSG

Larksville man passes test for 4th Dan Black Belt

Pete Canavan recently passed his 4th Dan Black Belt Master’s Test conducted in accordance with the requirements of the North American Hapkido Taekwondo Federation. Canavan has been studying and teaching at the Hapkido Taekwondo Institute in Kingston for almost 15 years. He resides in Larksville with his wife, Susan, and their three sons, Austin, Carson and Pierson, who are also students of the Institute. Canavan has been trained by Master Vince Sperduto, 7th Dan. The Institute teaches classic self-defense updated for modern times. For more information on their new student sign-up special or to schedule a seminar or demonstration, please contact the school at 287-4290 or visit http:// www.htkdi.com. Pictured are, first row, from left: first row Pete Shelp, Carson Canavan, Mike Schwab, Master Pete Canvan, Susan Canavan, Austin Canavan, Master Vince Sperduto. Second row: Nick Jula, Brian Kaschak and Jeff Snyder.

Girls soccer team takes first at Manheim event

Pictured are the team members of the gold-medal winning Keystone State Games field hockey team. First row: Goalkeeper Mckensie Lee (Coughlin). Second row: Katie Supey (Lake-Lehman), Madison Mulhern (Wyoming Area), Jordan Olenginski (Crestwood), Cara Jarmiolowski (Crestwood), Bridget Wood (Coughlin), Nicole Paranich (Crestwood). Third row: Coach Lissa Munley, Hannah Ackers (Crestwood), Ashleigh Thomas (Crestwood), Lizzy Dessoye (Crestwood), Hunter Pitman (Crestwood), Madeline Ritsick (Crestwood), Katie Reed (Coughlin), Alana Plakus (Pittston Area), Kara Sanford (Hazleton Area) and Coach Abby Loefflad.

The Wyoming Valley Soccer Club U-10 Girls team recently finished in first place in the PA Classics Soccer tournament held in Manheim. Pictured are team members. First row, from left; Lauren Chapple, Emma Sweitzer, Emily Smith, Jenna Butcofski, Grace Parsons, McKenzie Apaliski. Second row: Coach Todd Paczewski, Sara Krokos, Carly Cavanaugh, Kennadi Josefowicz, Abby Paczewski, Paige Motovidlak, Cameron Forgash and Coach Chris Chapple. Absent from photo: Alison Francis and Paige Parsons. The team is also coached by Javier Rodriguez and Andy Sandoe.

Comets contribute to flood relief Local man was at historic game Girl honored at event in N.Y.

The Crestwood High School Football Team collected cleaning supplies and monetary donations at their recent varsity football game against Pittston Area. The team collected a truckload of supplies along with monetary donations of $161, which was donated to the Local Chapter of the American Red Cross to help with the Local Flood Relief program. The team would like to thank all of those that donated to this cause. Shown in the picture above are two Varsity players, Dean Gregory and Bernie Popson, who helped organize and deliver the donations, along with Red Cross Volunteer, Chris Mizenko.

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On Oct. 1, 1961, New York Yankee Roger Maris hit his 61st home run of the season, eclipsing a 34-year old record of 60 set by another Yankee, Babe Ruth. Among the 23,154 fans in attendance were Tom Marsilio of Mountain Top, his late father, Commander Nicholas Marsilio, and the late Hon. and Mrs. Clifford L. Jones, then all of the Hazleton area. Mr. Jones was a cabinet member in three gubernatorial administrations in Pennsylvania. Pictured is Tom Marsilio with a copy of the next day’s New York newspaper depicting Maris and Sal Durante, who caught the home run shot which he later sold for $5,000. Marsilio also has his ticket stub from the game and Maris’s autograph.

Rollin Thunder win Fall Classic in Hughesville

Hannah Woodeshick recently competed in the Lendon Gray Dressage 4 Kids Competition in Saugerties, New York. Riders from 18 states, three nations, and two continents competed in Dressage, Equitation and a written test. Hannah was selected as a team member for the United States Pony Club at the competition. Hannah and her horse ‘Our Boy Barney’ won a trophy for the highest scoring rider on a thoroughbred. They also placed first in Dressage Trail, second in the Training Level Musical Freestyle Division and eighth overall in the 13-and-14 year-old division. Hannah trains at Plum Ridge Riding Academy in Nescopeck.

Girl and her pony earn awards Taylor Woodeshick recently competed in the Lendon Gray Dressage 4 Kids Competition in Saugerties, New York. Riders from 18 states, 3 nations, and 2 continents competed in Dressage, Equitation, and a written test. Taylor and her pony ‘Merlin the Wonder Pony’ won Grand Champion of the Intro. Walk Trot Division ages 11 and under. They also won Overall Rollin Thunder Girls Travel Softball 18U team won the second Annual D4 Coaches Fall Grand Champion of the Intro. Classic in Hughesville. Pictured are team members. First row, from left: Miranda Reaser Walk Trot Division and sec(North Pocono), Hannah Rubasky (Nanticoke), Allison Kraky (Lakeland), Kirsten Gilpin ond place in the Dressage (Tunkhannock), Claire Lakatos (Abington Heights), Shelby Gallis (Lakeland), Alexandra Trail class. Taylor won a pony DeQueiroz (Abington Heights), Kelsey Sarafinko (Abington Heights), Lauren Antosh (North cooler, an embroidered jacket, and a deluxe tack trunk. Pocono) and Katlyn Knebl (Dunmore). Second row: Coaches Mark Avellino and Pat Kraky. Taylor trains at Plum Ridge Academy in Nescopeck.

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NBA LOCKOUT

Income split remains vital issue in talks By BRIAN MAHONEY AP Basketball Writer

NEW YORK — NBA owners and players are trying again to end the lockout before it can do further damage to an alreadyshortened schedule. They resumed negotiations Saturday with federal mediator George Cohen, who faced a difficult task in trying to help the sides close the financial gap that derailed talks again last week. Hall of Famer and Charlotte owner Michael Jordan, plus Portland billionaire owner Paul Al-

len joined the bargaining, along with the usual owners’ labor relations committee. Both are believed to be hardliners who want to offer the players an economic deal even worse than the proposal they already have rejected. Owners are determined not to give players anything more than a 50-50 split of basketball-related income. Players, who were guaranteed 57 percent under the old collective bargaining agreement, have proposed a reduction to 52.5 percent, leaving the sides about $100 million apart annually

based on last season’s revenues. Talks broke down last Friday when neither side would budge. Commissioner David Stern then canceled all games through November and warned that future owners’ proposals could be made with their “extraordinary” losses from the missed games in mind. A number of owners would favor that. A person briefed on the owners’ position Friday told The Associated Press that there were many hardline owners who want a deal at 53-47 in their favor plus a hard cap, and that the rest

wouldn’t go beyond a 50-50 split. Some issues related to the salary cap system remain, but the BRI split has emerged as a more significant obstacle. Talks have broken off each of the last two times the sides discussed it, including the previous time Cohen took part. They met for three straight days with him last month before players said owners insisted they accept a “take it or leave it” 50-50 split before any further discussions of the system. Allen made a rare appearance that day, and

union officials said they believed his presence served as a message from the hardliners that there would be no further economic compromise. When talks broke down again last week, Stern and Deputy Commissioner Adam Silver said union executive director Billy Hunter told them he couldn’t accept less than 52 percent because of pressure from agents. Some players have since taken part in conference calls to discuss the option of decertifying the union if they don’t get what they consider

a fair proposal. But taking their fight to the courts with an antitrust lawsuit likely would mean missing the entire season, so both sides have said they believe bargaining is the best route to a deal. Owners met earlier Saturday, the 128th day of the lockout, for an update on the negotiations and a discussion of the league’s plans to expand revenue sharing among teams. Both sides then met individually with Cohen before the bargaining session began.

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Legendary Frazier now battling cancer

SHANGHAI — Starting the third round with the lead, Fredrik Jacobson kept his mistakes to a minimum, knocked in long birdie putts on consecutive holes and wound up with a 5-under 67 and a two-shot lead Saturday. It still wasn’t enough to shake a world-class leaderboard at the HSBC Champions. The final World Golf Championship of the year is living up to its billing. Jacobson broke the tournament 54-hole record at 16under 200 as he tries to win for the second time this year. Louis Oosthuizen was second after a 68 at Sheshan International. Adam Scott was third at 13 under. Despite growing controversy of his caddie Steve Williams’ racial slur about Tiger Woods at a private party, Scott went on a birdie-birdie-eagle finish to salvage a 69. Right behind them were U.S. Open champion Rory McIlroy (65) and former world No. 1 Lee Westwood (67) at 12-under 204, with former U.S. Open champion Graeme McDowell (67) and former PGA champion Martin Kaymer (68) an-

other shot back. Champions Tour

SAN FRANCISCO — Jay Don Blake shot a 5-under 66 to take a two-stroke lead after the third round of the Champions Tour’s season-ending Charles Schwab Championship. Blake, who snapped a 20year victory drought this season when he won the Songdo IBD Championship in South Korea, was 8 under at TPC Harding Park. Jay Haas shot a 67 to join Michael Allen (69) and David Frost (69) at 6 under. Loren Roberts was another stroke back after a 65, the best round of the day. Charles Schwab Cup points leader Tom Lehman was tied for 16th at 1 over after a 72. Mark Calcavecchia, 382 points behind Lehman, had a 70 that left him tied for sixth at 4 under. He needs to finish at least second to win the season title. Fred Couples, tied with Allen for the second-round lead, shot a 74 to drop into a tie for 12th at 1 under. LPGA Tour

SHIMA, Japan — Japan’s Momoko Ueda had six birdies

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Fredrik Jacobson of Sweden celebrates his birdie putt on the 9th green during the HSBC Champions tourney Saturday.

on the back nine in an 8-under 64 to take a three-stroke lead after the second round of the Mizuno Classic. Ueda, the 2007 winner, birdied the final four holes — chipping in from the edge of the green on the par-4 18th — to

finish at 13-under 131 at Kintetsu Kashikojima Country Club. Japan’s Sakura Yokomine was second after a 63. American Mina Harigae (67) was 9 under along with Japan’s Mayu Hattori (66) and China’s Shanshan Feng (67).

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PHILADELPHIA — Claude Giroux and Jaromir Jagr scored during a five-goal first period, helping the Philadelphia Flyers rout the Columbus Blue Jackets 9-2 on Saturday night. Sean Couturier scored twice for the Flyers and five other players had goals. James van Riemsdyk, Max Talbot and Jakub Voracek also scored in the first, giving Philadelphia three fewer goals (five) than total shots for Columbus (eight). The Flyers piled on in the second, with Wayne Simmonds and Matt Carle scoring 20 seconds apart to make it 8-0. Blue Jackets goalie Steve Mason was yanked late in the first period after allowing three goals on 12 shots. Allen York gave up two goals on five shots and was replaced by Mason in the second. Devils 3, Jets 2, OT

NEWARK, N.J. — Adam Henrique scored his second goal of the game 1:28 into overtime to give Martin Brodeur and the Devils a victory over the Jets. Patrik Elias also scored for the Devils and Brodeur made 21 saves in his first win of the season. The NHL’s career wins leader returned Wednesday night after missing six games with a bruised shoulder, but was much sharper in this one. Mark Flood scored in the third period for Winnipeg, his first NHL goal. Islanders 5, Capitals 3

UNIONDALE, N.Y. — P.A. Parenteau’s goal with 1:46 remaining broke a tie and led the Islanders to a win over the Capitals. After the Islanders (4-5-2) scored only 18 goals in their first 10 games this season, they busted out against Washington. Frans Nielsen, Brian Rolston, Matt Martin and John Tavares also scored for New York, which snapped a six-game losing streak (0-4-2). Tavares made it 5-3 with an empty-net goal Rick DiPietro made 24 saves for his first win of the season. Joel Ward, Alex Ovechkin and Brooks Laich had goals for the Capitals, who got 30 saves from Tomas Vokoun. Rangers 5, Canadiens 3

NEW YORK — Erik Christensen scored one of New York’s three first-period goals, and the Rangers overcame a 1-for-9 effort on the power play to hang on for a victory over the Canadiens. Defensemen Dan Girardi and Michael Del Zotto also scored in the first to pace the Rangers, who swarmed Montreal in the

opening period with a 16-3 shot advantage and earned their third straight win — all at home. Brad Richards pushed the lead to 4-2 in the second period for the Rangers (6-3-3), who are 3-1-1 on a six-game homestand that ends Sunday against Winnipeg. Max Pacioretty and Andrei Kostitsyn scored in the second, and Brian Gionta added a goal late in the third for Montreal, which had its four-game winning streak snapped.

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TORONTO — Tyler Seguin scored his first-career hat trick and Tim Thomas made 24 saves for his first shutout of the season as the Bruins beat the Maple Leafs. Milan Lucic added two goals and an assist for Boston, while David Krejci had a goal and two assists. Shawn Thornton also scored and Patrice Bergeron added three assists for the defending Stanley Cup champions, who seem be finding their game after a sluggish start to the season.

OTTAWA — Derek Roy scored on Buffalo’s sixth shootout attempt to give the Sabres a win over the Senators. Roy snapped a shot past Craig Anderson when both teams had failed to score after each converted their first two attempts. Thomas Vanek and Brad Boyes also scored in the shootout for Buffalo, which went beyond regulation for the first time in 13 games. Jhonas Enroth stopped Erik Karlsson, Nick Foligno, Kaspars

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DETROIT — Nicklas Lidstrom had two goals and an assist, Jimmy Howard made 22 saves for his seventh NHL shutout, and the Red Wings snapped a six-game losing streak by beating the Ducks. The Red Wings also broke out of a scoring slump after they netted only six goals during their slide. Bruins 7, Maple Leafs 0

PHILADELPHIA — Jim Thome wants his second stint in Philadelphia to come with the World Series title he missed the first time around. Thome agreed to a $1.25 million, one-year contract with the Phillies on Saturday, returning to the franchise for a second time. The 41-year-old Thome hit .256 with 15 home runs and 50 RBI in a combined 93 games with the Minnesota Twins and Cleveland Indians last season. He batted .350 with runners in scoring position and .424 over his final 11 games of the season. “Every player sees the way the Phillies have done things,” Thome said. “They’ve set the bar very, very high.” Thome played for Philadelphia from 2003-05 and has remained close with Phillies manager Charlie Manuel, his hitting coach for several years in Cleveland. “Everyone knows my relationship with Jimmy,” Manuel said. “But he’s not here because of

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Frazier was bitter for many years about the way Ali treated him then. More recently, he said he had forgiven Ali for repeatedly taunting him. Smokin’ Joe was a small yet ferocious fighter who smothered his opponents with punches, including a devastating left hook he used to end many of his fights early. It was the left hook that dropped Ali in the 15th round of their “Fight of the Century” at Madison Square Garden in 1971 to seal a win in a bout where each fighter earned an unheard of $2.5 million. While that fight is celebrated in boxing lore, Ali and Frazier put on an even better show in their third fight, held in a sweltering arena in Manila as part of Ali’s world tour of fights in 1975. Nearly blinded by Ali’s punches, Frazier still wanted to go out for the 15th round of the fight but was held back by trainer Eddie Futch in a bout Ali would later say was the closest thing to death he could imagine. Frazier won the heavyweight title in 1970 by stopping Jimmy Ellis in the fifth round of their fight at Madison Square Garden. He defended it successfully four times before George Foreman knocked him down six times in the first two rounds to take the title from him in 1973. Frazier would never be heavyweight champion again.

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PHILADELPHIA — Former heavyweight champion Joe Frazier has liver cancer and is under hospice care. The 67-year-old boxer was diagnosed four or five weeks ago, Frazier’s personal and business manager said Saturday. Leslie Wolff told The Associated Press that doctors have not yet told Frazier how long he has to live. “We have medical experts looking into the all the options that are out there,” Wolff said. “There are very few. But that doesn’t mean we’re going to stop looking.” Wolff, who has been Frazier’s manager for seven years, said the boxer had been in out and out of the hospital since early October and receiving hospice treatment the last week. “We appreciate every prayer we can get,” Wolff said. “I’ve got everybody praying for him. We“ll just keep our fingers crossed and hope for a miracle.” Frazier’s illness was first reported by the New York Post, citing an unidentified. source. Frazier was the first man to beat Muhammad Ali, knocking him down and taking a decision in the so-called Fight of the Century in 1971. He would go on to lose two more fights to Ali, including the epic “Thrilla in Manila” bout.

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that. He’s here to contribute to our team in a positive way, both on and off the field.” Thome hit .260 with 96 home runs and 266 RBIs in his first stint with the Phillies. “I think the Phillies have set the bar very high in baseball,” Thome said. “This is as good a place in baseball right now to be in.” Thome has a .277 career average with 604 homers and 1,674 RBIs. He is one of just eight players to hit more than 600 homers. Howard is recovering from surgery on his left Achilles. Thome, expected to add some left-handed pop off the bench, could be called on to play first base. Thome said he’ll be preparing this offseason. Thome has not played defensively since 2007.

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A novel idea: Charging less for a license

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A pair of fat quail wander the pens at Fantasy Flyers near Quinter, Kan., in this file photo. The Pennsylvania Game Commission has outlined a plan to create wild, self-sustaining quail populations in the state, but there are many steps that must be taken to ensure its success.

Turning time, attention to quail Game commission trying to restore bird’s numbers By TOM VENESKY tvenesky@timesleader.com

As a bird hunter, Bill Jones is happy if his dog flushes a pheasant or two during a day of hunting. But the prospect of being able to flush pheasant and bobwhite quail from the same location in the same day? “That would be a bird hunter’s dream,” Jones said. The Pennsylvania Game Commission is exploring ways to make that dream come true for Jones and bird hunters across the state. Last month, the PGC board adopted a bobwhite quail management plan, which outlines ways to restore wild, self-sustaining quail populations in areas with suitable habitat. It’s going to take some work. The agency needs to determine will first determine where existing populations of quail exist and then conduct DNA testing to find if they are truly wild or birds released by hunters and dog trainers. Secondly, the agency will look at establishing recovery areas – similar to those being utilized for wild pheasants, improve the habitat in those areas and obtain wild quail to be released. PGC commissioner Jay Delaney, Wilkes-Barre, who is also an avid bird hunter, said pen-raised quail won’t work for a re-introduction program and the agency is looking at ways it can obtain wild quail from other states or raising them with minimal human contact. Obtaining wild quail isn’t the main hurdle, according to Delaney. If the program is going to work, habitat is the key, he said. “Will we ever have a huntable population of wild quail in Pennsylvania? I don’t know,” Delaney said. “Can we re-

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establish them in certain focus area? I think so. It’s all driven by habitat.” One possible option would be to piggyback the quail program with the existing Wild Pheasant Recovery Areas in the state. Those areas – of which there are five in the state, consist of large blocks of land that is ideal pheasant habitat. Much of the WPRA’s are enrolled in the Conservation Reserve Program and is made up of grown-up fields. “Quail and pheasant have a very similar habitat,” Delaney said. “The better habitats are mainly where we have our WPRA’s. I’m optimistic.” Jones biggest concern with the wild quail plan centered around the limitations of huntable populations. Would there be enough quail to withstand hunting pressure and will there be enough areas to spread the pressure around? “With the cover on the WPRA’s, it should work, but on the downside you’re limiting wild quail to a certain area,” he said. “If it does get to a point where areas are opened, they’ll need to regulate things so you don’t have everybody targeting a few specific locations.” Another concern expressed by Jones was the impact that predators – such as raccoon, skunk, fox and coyote, will have on wild quail and their nests. “Predators could be a big problem because no one traps like they did years ago. The control just isn’t there,” he said. “That could really wreak havoc on nests and newly-hatched chicks in the spring.” Delaney said it’s hoped that the plan will be implemented in July 2012. Public comments on the plan are currently and dinner today on the club grounds. Competitions for turkey prizes will begin at 9 a.m., and dinner will be available from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This is a family-friendly event and is open to the public. A full turkey dinner will be served at a cost of $8, and takeouts are available. For more information, visit the club website, www.fscweb.org, or call 378-2593. NESCOPECK STATE PARK will hold a professional development workshop for educators Thursday, Nov. 10, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Learn how you can motivate your students to get up and active during the winter through an interdisciplinary set of lessons for teachers created by the

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This undated photo provided by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department shows a bobwhite quail. Key to the PGC’s plan is to improve quail habitats.

being reviewed by agency and costs are being figured. “The majority of the public comment has been very favorable,” Delaney said. “The quail plan is another part of the equation when it comes to improving

small game hunting in the state. The question to be answered now is can we establish huntable populations of wild quail in Pennsylvania. We feel there’s a reasonable chance that we can have them again.”

Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks. Lessons focus on health, fitness and preparedness; snow, weather and climate; history; and the arts. The lessons meet physical education and health standards, as well as standards for history, science and technologies, and the humanities. While the lessons are geared toward middle school teachers, they are adaptable for younger and older grades. A snowshoe field trip with students will be shared. Participants will be eligible for four Act 48 hours. The cost for this workshop (which includes curriculum materials) is $20 per person. Advance registration is required. To register, call the park office weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 403-2006.

NESCOPECK STATE PARK will hold the following events in November (for more information or to register, call 403-2006): Wednesday, Nov. 9 – Hide-n-Seekers Craft and Story Hour, 1-2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12 – Just for Kids: Animals in Winter, 1-2:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 13 – Nescopeck Trail Hike, 1-2:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 18 – Raptors! 7-8:30 p.m.

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t defies logic. A state government agency is actually considering reducing a fee that it charges the public. In this day and age, paying less for something is almost unheard of. But that’s an idea being kicked around by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission. If state legislators follow through and pass a bill that is currently on the Senate floor, then the PFBC will have several new options at its disposable that could reduce costs for us and increase sales, and revenue, for them. Here’s how it works. On Oct. 25 the Senate Game and Fisheries Committee voted unanimously to move Senate Bill 1049 to the floor. The bill would give the PFBC the authority to implement several licensing options. Those options include a multi-year license, a group of family license package and, best of all, a discounted license. A resident fishing license is priced at $22.70. It’s been that way since 2005 and last year the PFBC was considering asking legislators to approve another fee hike. But Senate Bill 1049 could take things in another direction. Kingston resident Norm Gavlick, who is a commissioner on the PFBC board, said having the creativity to offer different types of licenses – as afforded by SB 1049, could allow the agency to sell licenses cheaper than they are now. Noting that when license fees are raised the PFBC typically loses upwards of 10 percent of anglers the following year, Gavlick surmised that a lower fee would equate to a reversal in that trend. “I would like to reduce the license costs going forward and come up with additional revenue,” he said. “If we drop our license fees, we’ll set a lot more licenses in the long run.” And by selling more licenses, the agency will gain more matching dollars from the federal government. But it all hinges on SB 1049. Right now, the PFBC board alone can’t raise the cost of a fishing license much less lower it without approval from the state legislature. While agencies such as the Turnpike Commission can set their own rates, the PFBC and the Pennsylvania Game Commission can’t. They have no control over license fees. While it certainly isn’t the best time to approve a license fee hike, the legislature can give the PFBC the ability to try different options within the current price structure. A multi-year fishing license would insure the agency receives federal dollars for the entire life of that license - a bit of financial security, if you will. It will also make things easier on anglers, who can but a license once and not have to worry about it again for several years. A group, or family license also makes sense. A one-day resident license currently costs $11.70. That’s pretty costly if, for example, a group of family and friends want to try the sport for a day while on vacation. But if a family license were available at a discounted rate, perhaps more people would try the sport. Perhaps they could afford to. “We just want the legislature to give us the ability to try different things. Allow us to be creative in the way we sell licenses and structure packages,” Gavlick said. “Put a cap on the cost and let us see what we can do.” More options and a reduced price … why not? After all, if a fee hike drives more people away from the sport, it makes sense to lower the cost and bring more anglers back. Tom Venesky covers the outdoors for The Times Leader. You may reach him by email at tvenesky@timesleader.com.

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art, who last week won for the third time in seven Chase races and in Victory Lane said the points leader “better be worried. That’s all I’m saying.” Stewart’s feelings haven’t changed since getting to Texas. “It wasn’t the adrenaline that was saying that. I’ve been racing 31 years and we’ve been a part of a lot of championship battles and I know what that feeling is when you feel that stuff is going right and that you’ve got that shot again,” Stewart said. “He’s making a mistake if he’s counting us out and if he thinks it’s just a mind game deal. ... I’m going to control my destiny and my car.”

Busch, who was seventh in points, was barred from driving in the Cup and Nationwide races at Texas, a rare step taken by NASCAR after he deliberately wrecked championship contender Ron Hornaday Jr. during a caution in the Truck Series race Friday night. Michael McDowell will take over Sunday in Joe Gibbs’ No. 18 car. Stewart, now a driver-owner, is the last person not named Jimmie Johnson to win a Cup championship. That was in 2005 when Stewart won his second title driving for Gibbs. ButnodriverhaswonmoreCup races at Texas than Edwards — “We couldn’t be coming to a better race track,” he said. Edwards swept both 2008 races and won the fall race there six years ago. “We’ve escaped some of our bad tracks and bad days and still been able to fight and claw and come up with something good,” Edwards said. “Now we’re going to some tracks that we can run well, but I

Bowl in Texas when Victim 4 resisted his advances,” the report said, and Sandusky gave him clothes, shoes, a snowboard, golf Continued from Page 1C clubs, hockey gear and football charged, authorities said, and jerseys. “Sandusky even guaranteed the grand jury report did not appear to implicate him in wrong- Victim 4 that he could be a walkon player at Penn State,” and the doing. It said that when Paterno first boy appeared with Sandusky in a learned of one report of abuse, he photo in Sports Illustrated, the immediately reported it to Curl- jury said. He testified that Sandusky ey, but Sandusky was no longer coaching at the time and it’s not once gave him $50 to buy mariclear whether Paterno followed juana, drove him to purchase it, and then drove him home as the up with Curley. Sandusky, closely identified boy smoked the drug, according with the school’s reputation as a to the report. “This was when Victim 4 was defensive powerhouse and a program that produced top-quality trying to distance himself from linebackers, retired in 1999 but Sandusky because he wanted no continued to work with at-risk more sexual contact with him,” children through the nonprofit the jurors said. Another child, Victim 8, as juSecond Mile organization he rors named him, is known only founded in 1977. He was charged with multiple as a boy, about 11 to 13, who was counts of involuntary deviate seen pinned against a wall, by a sexual intercourse, corruption of janitor who observed Sandusky minors, endangering the welfare performing oral sex on him in fall of a child, indecent assault and 2000, the jury said. No one answerunlawful contact ed a knock at the with a minor, as “It is also a case door Saturday at well as single Sandusky’s modcounts of aggra- about high-ranking est, two-story vated indecent as- university officials brick home at the sault and attempted indecent as- who allegedly failed end of a dead-end sault. to report the sexual road in State ColA preliminary assault of a young lege. A man who anhearing for Sandswered the door usky is scheduled boy after the inat The Second for Wednesday, formation was Mile office in but his lawyer told State College reporters it would brought to their likely be delayed. attention, and later who declined to give his name “He’s shaky, as said the organizayou can expect,” made false statetion had no comdefense attorney ments to a grand ment. Joe Amendola told The report acWJAC-TV outside jury.” the arraignment Linda Kelly cuses Curley and hearing. “Being 67 Attorney General Schultz of knowing some details years old, never of accusations of having faced criminal charges in his life, and hav- sex abuse against Sandusky but ing the distinguished career that failing to tell authorities what he’s had, these are very serious they knew. “It is also a case about highallegations.” Amendola said Sandusky has ranking university officials who been aware of the accusations for allegedly failed to report the sexabout three years and has main- ual assault of a young boy after the information was brought to tained his innocence. The allegations range from their attention, and later made sexual touching to oral and anal false statements to a grand jury,” sex, and victims testified they Kelly said. Lawyers for both men issued were in their early teens when statements saying they were insome of the abuse occurred. Attorney General Linda Kelly nocent of all charges. Prosecutors said all of the called Sandusky “a sexual predator who used his position within young men first encountered the university and community to Sandusky through Second Mile. The first to come to light was a repeatedly prey on young boys.” The grand jury said eight boys boy who met Sandusky when he who were targets of sexual ad- was 11 or 12, the grand jury said. vances or assaults by Sandusky The boy received expensive gifts from 1994 to 2009. None were and trips to sports events from named, and in at least one case, Sandusky, and physical contact the jury said the child’s identity began during his overnight stays remains unknown to authorities. at Sandusky’s home, jurors said. Eventually, the boy’s mother One accuser, now 27, testified that Sandusky initiated contact reported the allegations of sexwith a “soap battle” in the show- ual assault to his high school, er that led to multiple instances and Sandusky was banned from of involuntary sexual intercourse the child’s school district in Clinand indecent assault at Sandus- ton County in 2009. That triggered the state invesky’s hands, the grand jury report tigation that culminated in said. Victim 4, as he was identified charges Saturday. The report also alleges much in the jury report, said he traveled to charity functions and earlier instances of abuse, and efPenn State games with Sandus- forts by some who knew of it to ky, even being listed as a member stop it, to no avail. Kelly said that in 2002, a gradof Sandusky’s family’s party for the 1998 Outback Bowl and 1999 uate assistant saw Sandusky sexually assault a naked boy, estiAlamo Bowl. “Sandusky did threaten to mated to be about 10 years old, in send him home from the Alamo the locker room of the Lasch

Football Building on campus. The grad student and his father reported what he saw to Paterno, who immediately told Curley, prosecutors said. Curley and Schultz met with the graduate assistant about a week and a half later, Kelly said. Nothing happened. “Despite a powerful eyewitness statement about the sexual assault of a child, this incident was not reported to any law enforcement or child protective agency, as required by Pennsylvania law,” Kelly said. There’s no indication that anyone at school attempted to find the boy, or follow up with the witness, she said. Curley denied that the assistant had reported anything of a sexual nature, calling it “merely ‘horsing around,’ ” the 23-page grand jury report said. But the jury said Curley was lying, Kelly said, adding that it also deemed portions of Schultz’s testimony not to be credible. Curley testified that he barred Sandusky from bringing children onto campus and that he advised Penn State president Graham Spanier of the matter. Schultz told the jurors he also knew of a 1998 investigation involving sexually inappropriate behavior by Sandusky with a boy in the showers the football team used. But despite his job overseeing campus police, he never reported the 2002 allegations to any authorities, “never sought or received a police report on the 1998 incident and never attempted to learn the identity of the child in the show in 2002,” the jurors wrote. “No one from the university did so.” In response to a request for comment from Paterno, a spokesman for the athletic department said all such questions would be referred to university representatives, who released a statement from Spanier calling the allegations against Sandusky “troubling” and adding Curley and Schultz had his unconditional support. He predicted they will be exonerated. “I have known and worked daily with Tim and Gary for more than 16 years,” Spanier said. “I have complete confidence in how they handled the allegations about a former university employee.” Sandusky, once considered a potential successor to Paterno, drew up the defenses for the Nittany Lions’ national-title teams in 1982 and 1986. The team is enjoying another successful run this season. At 8-1, Penn State is ranked No. 16 in the AP Top 25 and is the last undefeated squad in Big Ten play. The Nittany Lions were off Saturday. As stunning as the charges were the names implicated at a school where the football program is known for its consistency as much as its success — a big change this year was the removal of white trim from players’ uniforms. “We’re supposed to be one of the universities to follow after, someone to look up to,” said sophomore Brian Prewitt of Poughkeepsie, N.Y. “... Now that people on the top are involved, it’s going to be bad.”

By STEPHEN HAWKINS AP Sports Writer

FORT WORTH, Texas — Cousin Carl vs. Smoke. There is a tale of the tape and even lockers complete with boxing gloves and robes for both Carl Edwards and Tony Stewart, the top contenders in the NASCAR Sprint Cup points chase. There is huge banner featuring boxing promoter Don King with Texas Motor Speedway president Eddie Gossage. “I didn’t realize Tony volunteered to do a boxing match,” Edwards said, smiling after entering the media center between the lockers. “I’m actually pretty excited about that part, but I didn’t know that was gonna actually happen.” OK, so this “Texas Title Fight” —astheraceisbeingbilled—will be on the track today, and without the often volatile Kyle Busch. Edwards got to Texas with a mere eight-point lead over Stew-

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also understand how much can go wrong. I know things that can happen and it’s not over until it’s over.” Edwards finished third in the Nationwide race Saturday after leading 157 of 200 laps on the 11⁄2-mile, high-banked Texas track. He finished behind Roush Fenway teammate Trevor Bayne and Denny Hamlin, who was driving Busch’s Nationwide entry. Stewart qualified fifth for Sunday’s race, while Edwards was seventh, meaning the top two will start nose-to-tail Sunday. Greg Biffle, David Ragan and Matt Kenseth, all Roush Fenway teammates with Edwards, took the top three spots in qualifying. Polesitter Biffle won the 2005 spring race at Texas. The only Cup victory for Edwards this season came eight months ago in Las Vegas, but he has finished outside the top 10 only once in his last10 races, and that was an11th-place finish at Talladega.

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WELDERS/FABRICATORS & METAL FINISHERS

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By STEPHEN HAWKINS AP Sports Writer

FORT WORTH, Texas — Trevor Bayne earned his first career NASCAR Nationwide victory after he passed dominating teammate Carl Edwards following a tremendous restart with seven laps remaining Saturday at Texas. Bayne won the Daytona 500 this year but had never won in his previous 76 Nationwide starts in the series where he is a regular for Roush Fenway Racing. “It’s been a long time coming,” Bayne said. “That ending there was cool to get to go up against Carl Edwards and Denny Hamlin. ... Right before that last caution, I didn’t think we were going to have a shot because we were about half a track behind Carl. I thought the car was good, but I just didn’t think we’d have enough time.” Edwards, the Cup points leader, led 157 of 200 laps at the 11⁄2-mile, high-banked track. He was still in front on the final res-

Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair

TECHNICIAN

Industry leader in electronic security/ fire systems has immediate opening for service/installation tech. Experience a plus. EOE, health, eye, dental, 401K. Fax resumes to 288-8633 or email to jodiew@ hillmansecurity.com Hillman Security Luzerne, PA

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FACILITY CLEANERHANOVER LOCATION

10pm-2am TuesdayWednesday-Thursday and 8pm-2am Friday and Monday. Cleaning large facility, offices-restrooms and trash. $9.00 to start. Apply online at www.sovereigncs. com. EOE and Drug Free Workplace.

FLOOR CLEANER CUSTODIAL

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Marketing/ Product

BATH FITTER

Part-Time Mall & Special Event Representatives Bath Fitter is looking to hire people with outgoing personalities for several area malls and events. Explaining product information, answering general questions, no sales, no stress, lots of fun! Must be reliable and energetic. Hourly rate + bonus opportunities. Students & Retirees are welcome to apply. Flexible scheduling and great team atmosphere! Call Ben at 570-751-9124 between 10am–4pm.

953 Houses for Rent

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tart, when Bayne was fourth. After helping push Edwards forward, Bayne was able to get around Hamlin, who then passed Edwards as well and finished second while filling in for Kyle Busch. Bayne was confident his car would be strong for a short run after the last restart. “We had gained three or four spots every restart all day,” he said. Bayne’s victory was owner Jack Roush’s 299th NASCAR win and secured Ford’s third manufacturing championship in the series. “I can’t say enough good things about him,” Edwards said. “It’s frustrating to lose this race, but I couldn’t have lost it to a better guy. He’s a great friend.” Nationwide points leader Ricky Stenhouse finished sixth and has a 17-point lead over Elliott Sadler with two races to go. Sadler, who came in 15 points back, finished ninth after running ahead of Stenhouse for much of the race.

548 Medical/Health

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TRADITIONAL HOME HEALTH AND HOSPICE is growing and

DACHSHUNDS Miniature Puppies. 1 female, shorthaired, brown. 1 male, longhaired, black and some brown. Two months old, ready for new homes. Both parents on premises. $600 each. 570-540-0790

Amedisys Home Health in WilkesBarre, PA has the following position available: • REGISTERED NURSE (Full-time) Apply online at careers. amedisys.com. For additional information, please contact Dennis Smith at (866) 359-8002 or dennis.smith@ amedisys.com. Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace.

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Neurosurgeons, sought by Geisinger Clinic at GWV in Wilkes-Barre, PA and GMG in Scranton, PA. Requires BC/BE by American Board of Neurological Surgery (or equivalent national board outside the United States), 1 year fellowship training in Spine Surgery, & 6 years residency training in Neurosurgery. Must have or be eligible for PA medical license. Send CV and cover letter to Lori Surak, Professional Staff Recruiter, Geisinger Health System, 100 North Academy Ave., Danville, PA 17822, ljsurak@ geisinger.edu.

HUMAN SERVICES

Part Time Position Seeking a professional to work with children and families; flexible hours some travel with agency vehicle or mileage reimbursement; needs to be able to work independently; casual environment; will consider Associates degree (with experience), Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in any field related to Human Services; perfect for someone seeking part time employment or as a second job. Child abuse, criminal & FBI clearances needed; clean, current driving record. Please send resume, letter of intent and 3 references to: c/o The Times Leader Box 2830 15 N. Main St. Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0250

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THE TIMES LEADER

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NATIONAL FORECAST TODAY Sunny

55° 30°

THURSDAY

WEDNESDAY

TUESDAY

MONDAY Mostly sunny

Partly sunny

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REGIONAL FORECAST Syracuse 61/30

Today’s high/ Tonight’s low

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New York City 57/45 Reading 55/37

Heating Degree Days*

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

Precipitation

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Sun and Moon

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Highs: 54-57. Lows: 37-42. Mostly sunny and pleasant. Mostly clear tonight.

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The Finger Lakes

Highs: 55-67. Lows: 30-44. Sunny skies and pleasant. Mostly clear skies tonight.

Wilkes-Barre 57/34

Delmarva/Ocean City

Highs: 59-61. Lows: 41-50. Mostly sunny and pleasant. Mostly clear tonight.

0.00” 0.00” 0.50” 54.02” 32.39” Sunset 4:53p 4:52p Moonset 2:42a 3:40a

Susquehanna Wilkes-Barre Towanda Lehigh Bethlehem Delaware Port Jervis Full

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64/48/.00 75/55/.00 55/48/.00 52/39/.00 82/63/.00 50/34/.00 61/45/.00 88/77/.00 61/52/.00 59/48/.00

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

67/47

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58/49

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Harrisburg 57/35

60/47

Highs: 50-57. Lows: 34-36. Sunny skies and pleasant. Mostly clear tonight.

Highs: 55-58. Lows: 39-45. Sunny and pleasant. Mostly clear tonight.

54/35

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Albany 55/35

Towanda 60/30

State College 54/34

49/39

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Binghamton 55/36

Scranton 55/35

NATIONAL FORECAST: A cold air mass will remain situated over the West today with scattered rain and snow showers throughout much of the region. Meanwhile, a low pressure system over southern Canada will spread a few rain and snow showers over northern North Dakota and northern Minnesota. High pressure will remain the dominant weather feature over the East, leading to another dry day.

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Today Tomorrow 65/51/pc 70/48/pc 76/63/sh 59/49/s 70/59/t 57/32/s 80/61/pc 68/52/pc 60/40/s 49/37/sh 67/53/sh 38/26/sn 80/67/c 62/48/sh 59/47/sh 49/39/pc 82/63/pc 66/45/pc 58/43/s

70/53/s 71/50/pc 78/64/pc 67/52/s 70/60/t 59/41/pc 81/63/pc 63/47/sh 63/45/s 50/41/sh 65/60/sh 40/24/c 80/69/c 66/49/s 61/47/s 49/42/sh 83/66/pc 62/38/pc 64/43/s

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Key: s-sunny, pc-partly cloudy, c-cloudy, sh-showers, t-thunderstorms, r-rain, sn-snow, sf-snow ﬂurries, i-ice.

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Looks like we are in for a few more clear days. This morning will be chilly with a low of 30 but we will warm up to 55 and have a bright and sunny day. Temperatures will drop to 30 during the evening hours. On Monday, mostly sunny skies will help us warm up to 55, and we will feel it cool down to about 35. Tuesday will be partly sunny with a high of 63, and a low of 43. Our next chance for rain will come Wednesday afternoon and linger into Thursday, with clouds and rain in the forecast for the day. Temperatures will be around 60 for the high and mid-40s for the lows. - Michelle Rotella

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Corzine, risk always go hand in hand By ANGELA DELLI SANTI Associated Press

TRENTON, N.J. — Ambitious. Impatient. Stubborn. Highly tolerant of risk. The personality traits that helped Jon Corzine move from his boyhood farm in Willey Station, Ill., to the heights of power on Wall Street and in New Jersey politics also may be partially responsible for his spectacular downfalls in government and finance. Corzine, 64, is in the midst of a professional meltdown that

began when he bet heavily on European debt, and lost. As head of MF Global, he pushed for the $6.3 billion gamble on debt issued by Italy, Spain and other European nations with troubled economies that ultimately doomed the securities firm he took over last year. The company filed for bankruptcy protection Monday, after a presale audit revealed potentially millions in missing client funds, scaring off a potential buyer. MF Global was in court Tuesday, asking a judge to allow it to borrow $8 million

to finance the bankruptcy. By that night, the FBI and federal prosecutors had gotten involved. Corzine On Friday, Corzine resigned as chairman and CEO and declined a $12 million severance package. “There is no question about his integrity,” said Sen. Ray Lesniak, former chairman of New Jersey’s state Democratic Party, who recruited Corzine

to run for U.S. Senate in 2000. “His judgment and risk-taking is another issue.” Corzine joined MF Global last year, determined to remake his image on Wall Street after losing the 2009 New Jersey governor’s race to Chris Christie, the brash and underestimated Republican former federal prosecutor. Before entering politics — first as U.S. senator then as a one-term governor — Corzine built his Wall Street credentials at Goldman Sachs, the white-shoe investment bank where he worked

for 25 years. “Jon has this avuncular professorial demeanor with his beard and sweater that masks the alpha-male, aggressive, risk-taking guy that he is,” says William Cohan, the author of the book “Money and Power: How Goldman Sachs Came to Rule the World.” Corzine, who declined to comment for this article, formed his smarts and appetite for risk early on, as a trader at Goldman Sachs in the 1970s See CORZINE, Page 2D

Employers see increase in seasonal work applications

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Carmen Macias now walks five to seven miles per day in an effort to live a healthier life style.

Employers encourage good health By DUKE HELFAND Los Angeles Times

LOS ANGELES — American Express Co. paid thousands of employees to exercise this summer, giving each $200 toward their health care expenses simply for walking 2 ½ miles a day. Health insurance giant Humana Inc. has begun offering camping gear, cameras and even hotel rooms in the Caribbean to customers who see a doctor and undergo tests for blood pressure and cholesterol. And when the new year arrives, Blue Shield of California will introduce its new Blue Groove plan offering breaks of up to $500 on insurance premiums or health care costs to policyholders in the Sacramento area who fill out health questionnaires and get medical screenings. Growing numbers of employers and insurance companies, stung by continued increases in health care costs, are offering employees money and merchandise to lead healthier lives. Advocates of the approach are betting that preventive action will keep workers productive and hold down health care bills for expensive diseases like cancer and diabetes. Economists say it’s too soon to tell whether rewards will be successful in the long run, but corporate leaders say the strategy is already paying off by helping to slow the growth of their medical costs. And experts expect President

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Sarah Roberts and Sandy Lucky work on filling a gift basket at igourmet in West Pittston. The online specialty foods retailer will hire about 250 workers for the holiday season.

HOLIDAY HIRING BY MATT HUGHES

mhughes@timesleader.com

he holiday hiring season has begun for retailers, and given the area’s persistently high unemployment rate, employers have a broad pool of applicants to choose from this Christmas. The seasonally adjusted unemployment rate in the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre metropolitan area has approached 10 percent in recent months. It declined by one-tenth of a percentage point to 9.7 percent in September but remains the highest in Pennsylvania.

Employers The Times Leader spoke with, including department stores Sears and Boscov’s, chocolate maker Gertrude Hawk and delivery service UPS said they plan to hire about the same number of seasonal employees this year as last year, leaving more workers to compete for the same jobs. Lisa Griffiths, director of sales and marketing for igourmet.com, said her company is currently taking applications to fill about 250 seasonal openings packing meat and cheese gift baskets for the holiday season at its West Pittston warehouse. Griffiths said she’s seen an in-

crease in applicants, and that more of them are unemployed rather than looking to supplement their income for the holiday season. “Prior to 2008 we’d get people that had other jobs that just wanted to make a little money for the holidays; now we see more people that have lost jobs that are looking for something,” Griffiths said. “That’s what we’re seeing as far as the trend in employment, which is sad.” Boscov’s held job fairs in late October at its department stores in Wilkes-Barre, Scranton, Hazleton and Pottsville to fill about 220 positions. The turnout was overwhelm-

ing, spokeswoman Irene Kelly said. “It was all ages, and there were people that were 65 and 70 years old,” she said. “Is it the economy? It more than likely is; everybody’s affected by the economy.” Sears, plans to hire about 30 extra employees for Christmas; UPS, plans to hire 120 driver’s helpers and 30 warehouse workers in WilkesBarre and Scranton; and Toys ‘R’ Us, plans to hire 130 part-timers at its Wilkes-Barre and Scranton stores. David Hawk, owner of Gertrude Hawk Chocolates, said he plans to See HIRING, Page 4D

See HEALTH, Page 4D

Local restaurants are saluting veterans with deals this Veterans Day ANDREW M. SEDER

FRIDAY IS Veterans Day and several area eateries are offering STEALS & DEALS dining deals for the brave men and women veterans and active service members. who have served or Applebee’s is again offering a free meal are serving this nato veterans and active-duty service tion. Cork Bar & Restaurant, 463 Madison members on Friday. There will be St., Wilkes-Barre, will be providing free seven entrées to choose from. Military ID or proof of service is required. Conentrées for veterans, up to $20 maxitact your local Applebee’s for more mum value, on Thursday from 3 p.m. information. to 10 p.m. Active military personnel Chili’s is offering all military veterwith military identification and veterans past and present their choice of ans with any type of veteran ID are one of six meals on a special veterans eligible for the free meal. Reservations are required and can be menu. This offer is available Friday at participating Chili’s in the U.S. Dine-in made by calling 270-3818 or emailing from the limited menu only; beverages ruth@corkdining.com. and gratuity are not included. Veterans Last year, Applebee’s served more and active duty military should simply than 1 million free meals to military

show proof of military service. Outback Steakhouse is honoring veterans by offering active duty military and veterans a free Bloomin’ Onion and a Coca-Cola brand product soft drink Monday through Friday. This offer is available to military personnel who have an approved form of military or veteran identification, or if they’re in uniform, have a picture of themselves in uniform. For more information, visit, http://outback.com/ companyinfo/veteransday.aspx. If you don’t mind the drive to Dickson City or Stroudsburg, on Friday, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Texas Roadhouse will offer a free lunch, non-alcoholic drink included, to all active, retired or former U.S. military. ID is required. Find out more here: http:// www.texasroadhouse.com/landing-

pages/veterans-day. For the non-veterans out there, here’s an offer for you (though veterans and current armed forces members can surely take advantage of it, too): Local businesswoman Mary Bartos is inviting all Steals & Deals readers to stop in to Bartos’ Amore Jewelry & Gifts (formerly Bridal Trinkets) in Shavertown and buy any scarf or handbag. She will make a custom pair of earrings with colored crystals and beads to match your purchase. The offer is valid until November 30. Mention this column to Mary to get the offer. Andrew M. Seder, a Times Leader staff writer, may be reached at 570-829-7269. If you know of any steals or deals, send them to: aseder@timesleader.com.

RON BARTIZEK BUSINESS LOCAL

To boomers, future looking like the past

h, we poor baby boomers. Much of that generation, defined as those born between 1946 and 1964, is approaching retirement at what seems to be just the wrong time. According to a recent poll conducted for The Associated Press: • Just 9 percent of our 77 million members are strongly convinced they’ll live comfortably in retirement • 52 percent of us say they are unlikely to move someplace new after retiring • Nearly half – 48 percent – say it’s extremely or very likely they’ll stay in the home they now live in the rest of their lives • Of those planning to move, about 40 percent say it’s to a smaller home This is really bad news for southern golf course community developers, who sold an image of luxurious, active retirement among palm trees and beachside restaurants. I confess to dreaming of that life for a while and got on the mailing lists for several developments. Between the prices and the sterile nature of these complexes I never followed through and now I’m really glad I didn’t. It’s hard to imagine a poll like this being conducted among the Greatest Generation, who raised us boomers. My parents would have scoffed at the notion of leaving the place they’d enjoyed and improved over four decades until they died. An aunt and her husband continue to live in Maine, in a house heated by a wood stove. Their decision to stay there has nothing to do with a decline in their stock portfolio or cratered home values that left their mortgage underwater. The difference is in expectations. Happy to have a roof over their heads and reluctant to take on debt, few in that group assumed they’d retire to sunny climes and manicured fairways. Even those that did can more likely be found in a mobile home parks than palatial mansions. We boomers were different. We grew up in relative affluence and in an era when the economy moved, however unsteadily, upward. It was only natural that as our 401(k) balances swelled we looked forward to cashing them in to finance a lifestyle we felt entitled to. No more; the conditions our parents grew up with have been thrust upon us with sudden fury. The easy money is gone and it looks like a return is years off, if it ever happens. Steady raises that match or outpace inflation have been replaced by freezes and higher benefits contributions. Taxes and fees are going up as governments try to replace lost income of their own. To me, this means that we should be wary of optimistic forecasts and of politicians who promise instant prosperity if we only cut this or spend that. Between both personal and public debt that remains very high and a global economy that has its own challenges, it’s time to put away the glossy brochures and unrealistic expectations, live modestly and pursue satisfactions that don’t require lots of money. Funny, that sounds like what we said in the ’60s. ••• I’m thoroughly sick of reading and hearing that our economic problems are the fault of European irresponsibility. The latest example was in an AP story about the failed MF Global financial services firm. Yes, the company made unwise bets on European debt instruments and the decline in their value contributed to the blowup. That doesn’t make MF Global “the first big Wall Street victim of the European debt crisis,” as AP wrote. Like Lehman Brothers, AIG and others, MF Global was a “victim” of its own recklessness and greed. If anything, the eagerness of investment banks to finance shaky debt emboldens more countries and companies to offer more than they can afford to pay for. Ron Bartizek, Times Leader business editor, may be reached at rbartizek@timesleader.com or 570-970-7157.

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CORPORATE LADDER MISERICORDIA UNIVERSITY Barbara Samuel Loftus, of Moosic, has been named vice president of the Division of Planning, Assessment and Research at Misericordia University. Loftus Loftus previously served as vice president for the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. A Scranton native, Loftus holds a Ph.D. in business administration from the Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University. She earned an MBA from the University of Scranton and a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration from Susquehanna University. Her prior experience includes more than 15 years at Wilkes University, where she served as associate provost, associate professor of business administration, and director of the MBA program.

RENEGADE COMMUNICATIONS Joe Schintz, Wilkes Barre, joined the marketing communications company as Chief Return On Investment Officer. Schintz has served in senior manageSchintz ment roles in large corporations and privately held businesses such as C&S, FDI and Atlantic Management. He also serves as president of Business Solutions 360, LLC, a consulting company to privately held businesses. Schintz is a graduate of King’s College.

TMG HEALTH Michael Kingery, Dunmore, has been appointed Vice President of Enrollment and Billing Services. His most recent position was as Senior Director of EnrollKingery ment at WellCare Health Plans. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Finance and Management Information Systems from Florida State University, Tallahassee, Fla.

OPENING FOR BUSINESS The Laserfiche® regional reseller, has opened a Pennsylvania office to better serve clients in Pennsylvania, New York and New Jersey. William Bell has been named Northeast Regional Manager, based in West Pittston, as the firm’s contact for local governments, schools and other

PAT & DEB’S SPORTS MEMORIBILIA

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and when he supervised bond trading in the 1980s and 1990s. In 1986, Cohan said, Corzine had figured out a way to make a lot of money by betting Treasury notes and bonds against each other. However, one of the bets went terribly wrong and Goldman lost $150 million on the trades. At that time, it was a big loss for Goldman. Though Corzine was a manager, he went back to the trading desk and over the course of seven months was able to turn a $150 million loss into a $10 million gain. Corzine’s trading prowess only got better when his bond trading unit made a profit of $2.7 billion in 1993 by betting on European currencies. However, in 1994, similar large bets went awry, and the firm started losing about $150 million a month, Cohan said. No one, not even the firm’s chairman, could persuade Corzine to dial back the risky trades. Ultimately, the firm lost almost $2 billion from Corzine’s trades. “It was one risky gambit after another; some worked, some failed, but it was a pattern that can’t be ignored,” Cohan said. Corzine made $400 mil-

lion in Goldman’s initial public offering, not bad for a farm boy who arrived at the buttoneddown Goldman wearing a sports jacket. He was ousted in a power struggle with another top executive before the IPO. After a term as New Jersey governor marred by disastrous plan to decrease state debt by selling or leasing New Jersey toll roads and by a near-fatal auto accident, Corzine returned to Wall Street in March 2010, intent on rehabilitating his image. Eighteen months later, the eighth-largest bankruptcy in U.S. history has exposed lax internal controls that may have prevented the firm’s last-minute rescue. Corzine’s work ethic and drive were evident at MF Global, where he went into overdrive to remake the brokerage into a mini-Goldman. It’s a determination born on the farm, where a young Corzine was assigned chores before school,

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and as a high schooler, worked on a highway road crew to save money for college. Before MF Global unraveled, Corzine was seen as such a crucial figure in the company’s fate that bondholders insisted on a so-called “key man” provision, guaranteeing extra interest if Corzine resigned for a position in the Obama administration. His biggest political nemesis during his gubernatorial years in Trenton, state Republican Party leader Tom Wilson, seized on Corzine’s determination when opposing him, most famously by suing to force the governor to release email communications with a labor leader he once dated. “His unwillingness to have peripheral vision, his steadfast commitment to a course he had set, for me that made it easier because it became very clear he wasn’t going to change his thought process,” said Wilson, now a consultant and lobbyist.

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But there’s another important issue in this election. I had an opportunity to meet many of our Luzerne County neighbors over the past months. In our talks, the importance of integrity kept popping up.

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Kinect much more than a game By JANET I. TU The Seattle Times

EATTLE — At the Lakeside Center for Autism in Issaquah, Wash., three 5-year-olds stand in front of a big screen displaying a river-rafting game. They laugh as they jump or wave their arms, making their on-screen avatars do the same through the use of Kinect motion-sensing technology.

Across the globe, hospitals in Cantabria, Spain, are testing a Kinect application allowing doctors and nurses to wave their arms to pull up patient charts or X-rays. And Razorfish, a marketing agency that started in Seattle, is experimenting with a retail application using Kinect that would allow shoppers to project their image on a screen to see how various purses they’re considering look as they hold them. Kinect, launched a year ago to accompany Microsoft’s Xbox 360 gaming consoles, enables people

to control and take part in games using only gestures, body movements or voice commands. Since then, though, people in different spheres have experimented with using Kinect for other purposes. Microsoft dubbed the phenomenon the “Kinect Effect” and expects to launch a Kinect for Windows commercial program early next year. The program is designed to provide tools — mainly a software development kit — to build business applications using Kinect. It’s a phenomenon that sometimes surprises even its lead creator. There’s “an amazing amount of stuff that moved me that I did not expect,” said Alex Kipman, general manager of incubation for Microsoft’s interactive entertainment business. The mission Kipman, a shaggy-haired, jeans- and black-andwhite sneakers-clad dude, faced a while ago was to come up with something that could help Microsoft revolutionize entertainment — or at least make it stand above the Nintendo Wii. The result was Kinect, which allowed users to control the

Xbox using only voice and gestures — with no need for controllers — and to see and control physical representations of themselves onscreen on Xbox games such as “Dance Central” and “River Rush.” Since the launch, Kipman says, what has surprised him is the personal stories he hears from people. Kipman heard about someone who had bought a Kinect for Xbox because he was a gamer, but his little brother, who is autistic and had never interacted much with either him or with technology, started playing games with him using Kinect. At the Lakeside Center for Autism, staff members have found the Kinect games helpful on a variety of fronts. The games work well for kids who are either sensory seeking and under or over responsive because the games provide a biofeedback mechanism for the kids, said founder and CEO Dan Stachelski. Imagine you’re in a totally dark forest — first, you seek a point of reference, Stachelski said. Kids with autism constantly seek that point of ref-

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erence, so being able to see direct feedback of their actions is helpful, he said. About six months ago, Microsoft launched a program giving academics a software-development kit for Kinect applications. Now it’s expanding that program to include commercial entities, with more than 200 businesses, including Toyota and MCT PHOTO Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, involved in a pilot program to Therapist Mari Therrien, left, works with a 5-year-old using Kinect at the Lakeside Center for Autism in Issaquah, Wash. launch early next year.

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OFFICE COACH

Wise workers look in mirror after firing By MARIE G. McINTYRE McClatchy-Tribune News Service

Q: If a person is fired because of their attitude or behavior, what can they do to keep this from happening again when they get a new job? A: First of all, kudos to you for asking the question. Far too many terminated employees learn nothing from the experience because they automatically blame others for their difficulties. As a result, they repeat the same self-destructive pattern in job after job. To avoid this fate, you must first figure out how you managed to alienate the people who controlled your paycheck. Even if you have a different opinion, you still need to know exactly why management began to view you as a problem. If you lack this understanding, contact your former boss or human resources manager and ask what you could have done differently that might have saved your job. Listen to the answer without argument or debate, then thank them for talking with you. If this feedback puzzles you, get a second opinion from family members, former co-workers or trusted friends. Next, clearly define any changes you wish to make. Identify the specific circumstances that trigger your detrimental behaviors, then decide how you will respond to such challenges in the future. When these situations arise, as they inevitably will, make every effort to manage your emotions and react professionally. While some behaviors are easily altered, others have more deep-seated origins. If your selfhelp project proves to be a struggle, seek advice from a professional coach or counselor who specializes in workplace issues.

Q: After being promoted to manager, I began supervising my former co-workers, including my friend “Alicia.” Everything was fine until Alicia had a major conflict with an employee who complained to higher management. I was told to resolve the issue, so I had to reprimand Alicia for the way she handled the situation. Alicia now seems very bitter and is obviously unhappy with me. I would like to talk with her about this, but I’m not sure what to say. Do you have any suggestions? A: The transition from buddy to boss is never easy, because it represents a significant power shift. You and your friend were accustomed to relating as equals, but now you’re responsible for reviewing her performance. This adjustment can be extremely unsettling, so the best approach is to address it head-on. Start by acknowledging the change, then set the stage for a new way of relating. For example: “Alicia, I know you’re upset with me because of the incident with Mary. That situation was difficult for me as well, because I’m still getting used to being a manager and giving people feedback about their work. However, my hope is that you and I can still communicate openly, because I will also need feedback in this new role.” The one thing you cannot tell Alicia is that you would like to have the same relationship as before. Now that you’re the boss, that will be completely impossible. Marie G. McIntyre is a workplace coach and the author of “Secrets to Winning at Office Politics.” Send in questions and get free coaching tips at http://www.yourofficecoach.com.

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Barack Obama’s health care overhaul to expand the use of incentives by upping the amount of money employers can use to entice workers to see the doctor. “This is the next evolution in trying to squeeze costs out by not incurring them in the first place,” said Sean Slovenski, chief executive of the firm handling rewards for Humana, which expects to enroll nearly 1 million customers in its incentive program in the coming months. “It’s not the holy grail, but it’s a giant leap forward in bending the health care cost trend.” Thousands of insured workers are jumping at incentives, even though employees at some sites complain about preferential treatment for colleagues healthy enough to win money or prizes. American Express travel man-

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hire about 150 seasonal workers in addition to about 125 who return each holiday season to work in his chocolate factory in Dunmore and candy shops around the region. That’s about the same as Hawk hires every year, but this year in particular he said he’s seen a marked increase in applications. “We’re seeing more applications than normal,” Hawk said. “These are cyclical things. I remember 12, 15 years ago it was hard to find people for seasonal hires, unemployment was so low; now we’re seeing a lot more. “That’s a sad statement,” he continued. “I’m not happy about that. It makes it easier for us, but of course I hate to see people out of work. I can tell you for sure we’re getting more applications than would normally be the case.” The jobs pay from minimum wage to a high of $11 per hour,

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ager Carmen Macias signed up for the company’s Walk This Way program in July, lured by an offer of $200 to pay for health care expenses. “It got me off the couch and away from the computer,” Macias, 45, said of the program she credits for reducing her stress level and weight. “A whole new window has opened up.” The expanding use of incentives comes as employers grapple with record spending on health care. The average price of employersponsored health insurance for families reached $15,073 this year, more than twice the cost a decade ago, the nonprofit Kaiser Family Foundation recently reported. This year’s costs jumped 9 percent over 2010, with employers shouldering most of the increases. Many companies are passing more costs along to employees, while some are reducing or canceling insurance altogether. Incentive programs offer an alternative.

National surveys highlight the changes under way. A survey by Buck Consultants found that 62 percent of large companies offered incentives in 2010, and that 25 percent more plan to do so in the future. “There is tremendous interest from employers,” said Barry Hall, a principal in the consulting firm. “We’ve got this big surge in wellness programs, and incentives are the fastest-growing aspect of that.” But not everyone is sold on the idea. Some health care experts say that rewards are unfair to low-income workers who struggle to stay healthy because they may work longer hours, have limited access to high-quality food and endure more stress from economic insecurity. The result, critics say, is that disadvantaged employees may wind up paying more for health benefits than colleagues with access to gyms and other amenities. Charging one group of work-

“Prior to 2008 we’d get people that had other jobs that just wanted to make a little money for the holidays; now we see more people that have lost jobs that are looking for something. That’s what we’re seeing as far as the trend in employment, which is sad.” — Lisa Griffiths, director of sales and marketing for igourmet.com

which includes an attendance bonus, at igourmet. Margarita Rose, chairwoman of the Economics Department at King’s College, said the relatively low pay and lack of benefits of-

fered by holiday jobs are a short lifeline for local displaced workers and likely won’t offer much in the way of career development. But she said any work is better than nothing.

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ers more for insurance is a violation of the new health care law. Some successful incentive programs have met criticism within corporate ranks. Nonsmokers at General Electric Co. complained about not getting a financial break for their healthful behaviors after the company paid more than 400 workers as much as $750 each to stop smoking as part of a 2006 experiment. Although the effort yielded promising results (smokers who got the cash incentives were about three times more likely to quit than those who received no award), GE scrapped the rewards and last year began imposing an annual $625 insurance surcharge on smokers while also providing them with free nicotine replacement therapy. “If you don’t pick the right health behaviors, it’s going to cost you more because you cost us more,” said Virginia Proestakes, director of health benefits for the Fairfield, Conn., company. “For people who have been out of the workplace for a while, this may give them a little boost to their workplace skills,” Rose said. Rose added that local retailers may find a silver lining in the devastation wreaked by tropical storms Irene and Lee, as consumers look to replace cherished items destroyed in the flood. “Especially after they have been through a tough time, people may be willing to spend a bit more on a little holiday cheer than they used to,” Rose said. “Given the stalled spending we’ve seen for the last couple years I’m sure (businesses) are hopeful. I don’t know how optimistic they are, but they’re hopeful.”

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MarketPulse LONELY LOSERS October was a stellar month for stock markets around the world, except for Japan and Turkey. They were the only two markets out of 46 tracked by S&P Indices that fell last month. Japan lost 0.9 percent, and Turkey lost 0.3 percent. Why couldn’t they match the S&P 500, which rose 10.8 percent for its best month since December 1991? Japan is struggling with a stronger yen, which makes its exports more expensive. Turkey had too much of the opposite: A weaker currency means the Turkish central bank says inflation is set to soar.

CAUTION FLAG Municipal bonds have been some of the best investments so far in 2011.Mutual funds that own long-term muni bonds are up an average of 8.5 percent for 2011 through Wednesday, according to Morningstar. Compare that with a drop of 2.5 percent for large-cap blend stock funds. But there’s still reason for caution, even though muni bonds promise tax-free income. Downgrades are on the rise. Moody’s said it downgraded 5.3 muni bonds for every one that it upgraded last quarter. That’s the most lopsided ratio since the 2008 financial crisis.

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So where would investors find those companies that have been deeply discounted? I think health care, which has been one of the best sectors year to date is still a pretty good place to invest. There I think you have to look at demographics and the inevitability of popular will to overcome political obstacles. If you ask people what’s very high on your list to do, staying alive has got to be up there. ... No one wants to pay more for health care but I think the inevitability of it is there. So I think these are pretty decent multiples. They’re not cheap; I think the big pharma companies have issues with drugs coming off patent. They also have tremendous cash flows they could re-deploy if they wanted to. So I think there’s good value there. At the same time, the multi-national consumer staples — the big companies — I think that’s more promising than not for the next few years. This is a great way to get exposure over the years because a lot of these companies have big footprints overseas. Where overseas? China, Brazil — emerging markets. The places where almost certainly there’ll be more growth over the five-year period. Who knows over the short term? What’s the first thing the middle class wants to buy? It’s cosmetics, it’s toothpaste, it’s tissues. It’s little branded things that don’t cost that much but allow them to be distinguished from the way their parents lived. And it’s not a huge bet if the economy softens. You may not go out and buy a new car but you’re still going to go out and buy tissues. You’re still going to buy the brand name. And I think it’s a great way to get exposure there. So, big multinational companies with good international exposure. They’re not cheap versus the market, but they’re still cheap versus their norm because everything’s kind of cheap.

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at Credit Agricole Securities who sympathizes with the Occupy Wall Street movement. He has poured his outrage into a book about his two decades in the financial industry: “Exile on Wall Street: One Analyst’s Fight to Save the Big Banks From Themselves.” He spoke with The Associated Press recently:

Why did you write the book? I’ve worked at six Wall Street firms. I analyzed Wall Street. I was fired from one and muzzled by another. I’ve written about the problems at banks. I’ve testified in Congress about the problems and conflicts on Wall Street, twice. My perspective is unique.

When I started out on Wall Street I did exactly the way I was taught in business school and my analyst accreditation. But when my analysis was negative, like when I said KeyCorp was not a good investment, the firm cut back on business with my bank. I was penalized. Simply put, the rules of the game as I learnt in school are not the rules that are played on Wall Street.

So does that put you on the side of the Occupy Wall Street protesters? What’s your view of compensaI’m as outraged as them. I’ve been on the inside protesting for 20 tion on Wall Street, which is at the core of the anger on Main years.

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CBU

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CYH

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ETM

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13.63

5.58

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FCS

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21.02

15.09

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5.66

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HNZ

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55.00

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HSY

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57.61

0.16

0.3

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3.7

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36.30

35.18

-0.22

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3.3

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LOW

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27.45

21.54

0.17

0.8

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-4.3

2.6

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MTB

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-6.20

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0.6

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24.98

21.74

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NXST

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10.28

9.17

0.08

0.9

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52.67

-2.40

-4.4

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-2.6

2.7

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30.27

29.67

-0.03

-0.1

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1.5

4.7

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PMIC

13.16 0

20.63

20.28

-0.04

-0.2

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PEI

6.50 4

17.34

10.04

-0.15

-1.5

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PEP

58.50 3

71.89

61.99

-1.21

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55.85 9

72.74

70.21

-1.91

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57.56 6

67.72

63.03

-1.70

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PRU

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67.52

52.19

-5.11

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17.11

14.16

0.51

3.7

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60.00

42.33

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SUG

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44.65

42.08

-0.25

-0.6

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1 10.0

1.4

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TJX

42.55 0

61.28

60.59

0.22

0.4

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1 17.2

1.3

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24.07 6

33.53

29.42

0.43

1.5

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4.9

3.5

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31.60 8

38.95

37.17

-0.46

-1.2

3.9 +16.74

6.9

5.4

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WMT

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57.96

57.50

0.35

0.6

6.6 +6.39

5.4

2.5

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42.20

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3.1

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3.3

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2.2

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Utilities have had a good run this year while the stock market hit its highs and lows. So far In 2011, utility companies in the S&P 500 have risen 11 percent, the most of the index’s 10 industry groups. The index is still down 1 percent for the year because of uncertainty about Europe’s ability to handle its debt and signs that the U.S. economy is still struggling to return to a healthy rate of growth. Utilities do well when investors fear that the economy could be slowing. That’s because consumers and businesses still have to pay for heat and power even if they cut down on spending. Some utilities have done especially well so far this year. Standard & Poor’s tracks most of the major power, water and gas companies as part of its Global Industry Classification System. This screen, powered by FactSet, shows the ones that

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The yield on the 10-year Treasury note sank on worries that Europe’s rescue plan for Greece might be in jeopardy. The fears sent prices for Treasurys higher because investors see them as safe investments. When a Treasury’s price rises, its yield falls. Lower Treasury yields helped pull the average rate of a 30-year fixed mortgage down to 4 percent last week from 4.1 percent.

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InsiderQ&A With every development in the Greek crisis, the market swings dramatically. What are investors really reacting to? I think if you really push anyone, bull bear or in between, there is a consensus on Wall Street that in the future some time, we’re going to all have to get by with less. That the U.S. is going to be diminished in its purchasing power, that China won’t be as fast a grower as it was, that Europe won’t be able to live the way they did, that South America will have to trim back on their asset production. I think, embedded, we know there are tough times ahead. ... And [the market is] very, very cheap. Depending on what kind of earnings measure you want to use for the S&P 500 or looking at where Treasurys are, it’s very cheap. It’s cheap for a reason. ... In the late 1970s and early 1980s we were going through the same thing with inflation. We’d already had two horrible bear markets. The stock market was incredibly cheap. ... And the question was, “when are we going to deal with the problem? When’s it going to get fixed?” It’s a great long-term buying opportunity but there’s no reason to think any of this is going to end soon.

Mike Mayo is the Wall Street analyst who has been a thorn in the side of banks. Outspoken and blunt, Mayo has been ridiculed by his peers, shut out of industry conferences and slighted by CEOs. In 2000, he was fired from Credit Suisse over a report that told investors to sell all bank stocks. Today, Mayo, 48, is an analyst

4WK

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52-WK HIGH LOW

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Santas take a brief recess during classes at the Charles W. Howard Santa Claus School in Midland, Mich.

CLAUS AND EFFECT

School in Michigan teaches the art of being Santa

By TINA SUSMAN

Los Angeles Times

IDLAND, Mich. — The license plate on Lowell Hendrickson’s pickup reads “I’MCLAUS,” and a look at the man behind the wheel explains it.

His snowy hair falls to his shoulders, his white beard to his

chest. Spectacles perch on his upturned nose, and his waistline — well, you get the idea. Hendrickson is indeed Claus — Santa Claus. But even Santa needs an occasional refresher course to keep up with the newest toys and the latest in beard-grooming and resume-writing, which is why Hendrickson drove from his North Hills home in the San Fernando Valley to eastern Michigan this month to attend the Charles W. Howard Santa Claus School, reputedly

the world’s oldest institution dedicated to the art of being Santa. One thing became clear as the oncea-year, three-day course unfolded: It’s not easy being Santa in these days of economic distress, families splintered by war, liability issues (Santa never flirts, and his hands must always be visible) and children asking for things that parents and grandparents can’t af-

called the “Harvard of Santa schools” and fire up the spirit that will carry them through the next two months. “It’s not a job; it’s a calling,” said Hendrickson, who has been Santa since the 1970s and who mainly does private holiday parties. He has attended the school six times. “When I come back here, it’s like coming home. ... And there’s always something new to learn,” he said. Six visits is not unusually high for many of the Santas — a few with Mrs. Claus in tow — who gathered for the Sabrina Zielinski shows Santas opening day of class. Roland Davenhow to stay in shape during a fitport, a red-haired Michigan lawyer alness class at the Charles W. Hoso known as “attorney Santa,” was on ward Santa Claus School. his eighth. Tom Valent, the school’s owner, went through the course 10 ford or don’t understand. Such as iPads, iPods and smart- times before he and his wife, Holly (her real name), eventually took over phones, for instance. That’s why people like Hendrick- the school. son, 71, make the pilgrimage to Midland to attend what graduates have See SANTA, Page 4E

MEET BRENNAN MORTON

rennan Morton is the owner and operator of NEPA CrossFit in Wilkes-Barre. Morton, 30, is a

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native of New Hampshire and is a graduate of the University of New Hampshire, where he

studied business and communications. He also served for four years with the United States Marines. He and his wife, Amanda, live in Drums. Though you were always athletic and interested in working out, you’ve said that it was your time in the military that ultimately led to you wanting to open your own gym. How so? “I was in a special operations unit in the Marine Corps, and a lot of it was fitness-based. You had to try out to get into it, and it was very grueling. Everyone wanted to be fit. Everyone wanted to be the top guy. It was all alpha males. It was very competitive. And so it was a very good culture of fitness. When I was in Iraq, I was carrying around a 180 pound ruck(sack), which you had to carry for a very long distance, so your fitness level really kind of dictates how easy or how hard it’s going to be. The unit I was in was known as being the most physically fit in the Marine Corps.” Still, you could have just joined a gym. Why open one? “When I moved here, no one was really doing what I saw as ‘functional fitness.’ It was still the classic bodybuilding: do a few

weights, then sit around for 30 seconds and talk. What we do is completely different. Our workouts are very short and intense. You’re in and you’re out. They’re for different reason. If you get stronger, awesome. It’s going to happen. But it’s also about making the whole body a functional thing. I want to be the guy who’s 85 and dancing around, not driving a little scooter. Our definition of fitness is vastly different than a lot of other people in this valley.” What do you enjoy the most about it? “I love the people. We have a community here that’s beyond anything I’ve ever seen before. Most gyms, you go in and put your headphones on, and you’re kind of doing your own thing. Here, it’s a lot different. We teach small personal training classes, so it’s one or two coaches for 10 people, so there’s a sense of everyone doing it together. And outside of that, we do a lot. We play paint-ball together. When the flood hit, I sent out a text, ‘People need help,’ and I had half of my gym show up. We all got in vans, we all drove around, and moved people’s furniture. We

spent the Thursday before the flood moving all of my clients that needed to, and then we started volunteering elsewhere. It’s a very close, tight-knit culture.” What do you enjoy doing in your free time? “I write. I actually want to be a writer. That’s been my ultimate goal since I was a little kid. I just published by first book on Kindle. And I’m writing a novel that I’d love to get published. Everyone that has a normal desk job wants to go home and go running and go exercise, but this is all we do. When I get home, I actually want to do desk work. I want to sit down and take care of my bills and just sit down for little bit, and I tend to write a lot. I also do triathlons and I just did my first ‘Iron Man.’ And I like to hang out with my wife a lot.” Music? “It changes daily. It’s funny, because I’ll come into the gym and listen to the most screamy heavy metal while I’m lifting, and then I’ll listen to classical like Mozart on the way home. See MEET, Page 4E

merica is noting the 150th anniversary of its great heroic and tragic internal conflict, the Civil War. If you had ancestors in the United States between 1861 and 1865, there is a good chance that one or more of them served in the military. The exploits of prominent Luzerne County people are well documented in local histories. For most other genealogists pursuing their ancestors, though, here are some suggestions for finding out about their military service. First, try to link a name with one of the regiments raised wholly or partly in the county. A good place to start is the old multi-volume “Smith-Harvey History of Wilkes-Barre and Wyoming Valley.” That history contains rosters of regiments raised here and companies raised here but attached to out-of-area regiments. You can also look up ancestral names in “History of the Pennsylvania Volunteers,” by Samuel Bates. Smith-Harvey and Bates may be found at the Luzerne County Historical Society. The Osterhout Free Library also has a copy of the Smith-Harvey history. Once you have made the crucial link of a name with a regiment, it is time to search for the paperwork you’ll need to document your ancestor’s service. The most important documents are service records and pension records, which you may order. The largest repository is the National Archives (search for National Archives and Records Administration). Individual state archives (search for Pennsylvania State Archives) also contain many records. A good guide to what records exist at the national and state levels may be found in the classic “Tracing Your Civil War Ancestor,” by Bertram H. Groene, available in many libraries and online (search by title). For Pennsylvanians, the “Guide to Genealogical Resources at the Pennsylvania State Archives,” by Robert M. Dructor, is valuable. Incidentally, the books will offer advice on ancestors serving in the Navy as well as the Army. The archives will also offer less-wellknown records, such as requests by survivors for free tombstones — a good help for determining when a veteran died. In 1890 the U.S. Census Bureau did a special census of Civil War veterans and widows, available on microfilm through larger public libraries. It is arranged by state and by regiment and can be obtained through public libraries. Several other publications deserve mention. One is the online subscription service ancestry.com, which offers brief, free trials. A recent issue of “Family Tree Magazine” with an article titled “Trace Your Civil War Ancestor” may be ordered in reprint at www.familytreemagazine.com. There is a great deal of information available beyond these official sources. Many Civil War enthusiasts have established websites dedicated to regiments or ships from that war, often with rosters and accounts of battles. Some list cemeteries and burials. Of course there are innumerable books ranging from encyclopedias through battle accounts to histories of individual regiments and special topics, such as medical care. In the decades after the war, many veterans joined the Grand Army of the Republic organization. Among its many posts was one on South Main Street in Wilkes-Barre. The GAR, however, focused on lobbying for a pension, and what records exist are few and scattered. Since we are dealing with local veterans, don’t neglect the Northeast Pennsylvania Genealogical Society, the Luzerne County Historical Society and the many smaller historical societies of the Wyoming Valley area. They are filled with helpful people who are skilled in tracing ancestors and turning up vital historical documents. Make 2011-2015 your personal fouryear campaign to learn all about your own local ancestors who saved the union.

Tom Mooney is a Times Leader genealogy columnist. Reach him at tmooney2@ptd.net.

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Cordora, Lispi

Hinkin, Sprechini

arah Elizabeth Cordora and Lee Raymond Lispi were united in marriage on May 7, 2011, at Holy Name/St. Mary’s Church, Swoyersville, by the Rev. William Karle. The bride is the daughter of Joseph and Diane Cordora, Swoyersville. She is the granddaughter of Rose Roback, Wyoming; the late Edward Roback; and the late Sam and Josephine Cordora, West Pittston. The groom is the son of Raymond and Brenda Lispi, Pittston. He is the grandson of Guido (Ted) and Rachael Lispi, Pittston; the late Chalp James, Georgia; and the late Mary Ann James Daley, Pittston. Given in marriage by her father, the bride chose her long-time friend, Karleigh Bowen, Stroudsburg, as her maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Allison Zekoski, Allie Kane, Kristin Ermak, Janelle Nemetz, Maribeth Brozena, all friends of the bride, and Tina Lispi, sister of the groom. Flower girl was Isabella Roback, cousin of the bride. The groom chose his college friend, Christopher Wilson, Baltimore, as best man. Groomsmen were Kevin Tigue, Matthew Balchune, James Altieri, Vince Altieri, Christopher Myers and Edward Gromelski, all friends of the groom. Ring bearer was Sammy Daley, cousin of the groom. Scripture readings were given by Michele Orlandini, godmother of the bride, and Mark James, godfather of the groom. Offertory gifts were presented by Olivia Roback, cousin of the bride, and Anna James, cousin of the groom. Altar server was Michael James, godson of the groom. Ushers were Jeffrey Roback, cousin of the bride, and A.J. Lizza, cousin of the groom. Special music was performed by Cora Artim, soloist, accompanied by Joseph Sabol, organist. A bridal shower was hosted by the mothers of the bride and groom at Fox Hill Country Club, Exeter. The parents of the groom hosted the rehearsal dinner at Isabella’s Restaurant, Plains Township. An evening reception, hosted by the parents of the bride, was held at The Highlands at Newberry Estates, Dallas. The bride is a 2003 graduate of Wyoming Valley West High School. She earned her bachelor’s degree in early childhood and elementary education from East Stroudsburg University in 2007. She is pursuing a master’s degree in developmental strategies in education at Wilkes University. The bride is employed as a fifth-grade teacher in the Wyoming Valley West School District. The groom is a 2002 graduate of Pittston Area High School. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in business integration technology from Penn State University in 2007. He is employed as a sales executive at Solid Cactus, an internet technology company in Shavertown. He is also owner of Italiancookiestore.com. The couple honeymooned to Belize, Central America. They reside in Swoyersville.

Brayden F. Hoover baptized Francis Hoover was baptized on Oct. 16, 2011, at St. B rayden Therese’s Church,

Shavertown. Godparents are Alison Frick, cousin, and Jeff Moisey, uncle. Brayden was born on Aug. 4, 2011, and is the son of Jennifer G. Moisey and Adam Hoover, Sugarloaf. He is the grandson of Robert and Janice Gans Moisey, Sugarloaf, and Barbara and Francis Hoover, Trucksville. A luncheon was held in his honor at the Valley Country Club, Sugarloaf.

olly Susan Sprechini and Wayne Alan Hinkin exchanged wedding vows and were united in holy matrimony on Sept. 10, 2011, at the Christian Apostolic Church of Hilldale, Plains Township, Pa. Pastor David M. Fischi officiated at the 11 a.m. doublering ceremony. Scriptural readings were given by Pastor Ralph Trozzi, Vestal, N.Y. The bride is the daughter of Carmela Sprechini and the late Geno Sprechini, Forty Fort, Pa. Molly is the granddaughter of the late Vincenzo Tavini and Maria Tavani and the late Nazareth Sprechini and Francis Sprechini. The groom is the son of the late Robert Ronald Hinkin and the late Joanne Mary Basta-Hinkin, Plymouth, Pa. Wayne is the grandson of the late Frank Basta Sr., the late Minerva Wolfe-Basta, the late Robert Haydn Hinkin and late Isabelle Catherine Guravage-Hinkin. The bride was given in marriage by her brother, Glenn Sprechini. Her niece, Christianna Trozzi, Vestal, N.Y., was her maid of honor. The groom chose his brother, Robert F. Hinkin, as his best man. Ushers were Matthew Trozzi, Vestal, N.Y., and Christopher Sprechini, Syracuse, N.Y., nephews of the bride. An afternoon reception took place at The Woodlands Inn and Resort, Plains Township, Pa., with classical music by a trio from Supplee Strings. A rehearsal dinner was given at Isabella Restaurant, Plains Township, Pa. The bride is a graduate of Wyoming Valley West High School; Penn State University, Worthington Campus, with an associate degree in computer science; King’s College with a Bachelor of Science degree in computer and information systems; and Marywood University with a master’s degree in management information systems. She has been employed at GUARD Insurance Group for 25 years and is a director and senior business analyst. The groom is a graduate of Wyoming Valley West High School; Luzerne County Community College with an associate degree in social sciences; King’s College with a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting and business administration; Wilkes University with a Master of Business Administration degree in finance; and Wilkes-Barre Career and Technology Center’s nursing program. The couple honeymooned in Rome and the Amalfi Coast, Italy. They reside in Plains Township, Pa., with their precious cats, Oscar and Midnight.

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Nachlis, Kenyon

lejandra Marroquin and David Moore were united in marriage A Sept. 3, 2011, at Woodsgate Chapel

o you remember the date of Hurricane Irene? We do, it was the day of our wedding, August, 28, 2011. Billie Lauren Nachlis and Cory Ryan Kenyon celebrated with family and friends at the Woodlands Inn and Resort, WilkesBarre, Pa. It was a day full of love, laughter, fun and lots of dancing. Billie is the daughter of Steven and Rhondi Nachlis, Kingston, Pa. She is the granddaughter of Dorothy Nachlis and the late Arnold H. Nachlis and the late Evelyn and Alvin Zigun. Cory is the son of Kevin and Bonnie Kenyon, Pendelton, Ind. Billie’s parents escorted her down the aisle to the song Brown Eyed Girl. Billie chose her best friends, Jessica Kush, maid of honor, and Katie Tobias and Kyra Kenyon, sister of the groom, as her bridesmaids. Kaia Kenyon, niece of the groom, was the flower girl. Cory’s parents walked him down the aisle to the song Stand by Me. He chose his brother, Kyle Kenyon, as his best man. Groomsmen were Peter Kush and Scott Nachlis, brother of the bride. Rabbi Rodger Lerner presided and encouraged the couple’s spirit to be infused throughout the ceremony with a dosey doe and a blessing that one day everyone can be married. A bridal shower was hosted by friends of the bride’s mother in Kingston, Pa. The rehearsal dinner was hosted by the groom’s parents at Leggio’s Italian Ristorante. Billie and Cory met at Clark University, Worcester, Mass., and are building a future together in Massachusetts. The couple honeymooned at Hershey Park.

The Mrugals r. and Mrs. Chester M. Mrugal, Plymouth Township, M celebrated their 50th wedding

anniversary on Nov. 4, 2011. They were married in St. Mary’s Church of the Nativity, Plymouth, by the late Monsignor John Podkul. Their wedding attendants were Janice Egenski Fera, Ruthanne Zionce Fedro, Joan Bencho Sholtis, the late Joan Ploski Shelly, Debbie Bugjo Miller, Lorraine Rowski Hartfrant, Martin Mrugal Jr., the late Albert Sterowski, Robert Fera and Vincent Evans Jr. Mrs. Mrugal is the former Mary Ann Sterowski, daughter of the late Chester and Mary Sterowski, Plymouth. Mr. Mrugal is the son of the late Martin and Victoria Mrugal, Plymouth Township. The couple has two children, Michelle Bendrick and husband, Chester Bendrick, and Mark Mrugal and wife, Denisse. They have two grandchildren, Lyndsey and Chelsey Bendrick, both of Plymouth Township. Mr. Mrugal is retired from the U.S. Navy with the rank of Master Chief Petty Officer and is the owner of Atec Corp., Clinton, Md. A family dinner was held to commemorate the occasion.

essica Ann Ohl and Blythe Evans were married JOct.Harold 29, 2011, at the First Presby-

llison Everett and Michael Wagner, together with their families, A announce their engagement and

The Stevenses r. and Mrs. Clyde C. Stevens, Dallas, will celebrate their 60th M wedding anniversary on Nov. 8, 2011.

Mr. Stevens is a retired Chief Warrant Officer, United States Marine Corps. Mrs. Stevens, the former June Johnson, is retired from the local Boy Scouts of America, where she was the office manager. The couple has two daughters, Linda and her husband, Daniel Jones, Dallas, and Kimberly and her husband, Charles Borland, Dallas. They have two grandsons, Capt. Nathan Jones, U.S. Air Force, and wife, Danielle, Enterprise, Ala., and Kyle Borland, Dallas. They have two great-grandchildren, Andrew and Christina Jones, Enterprise, Ala.

on the grounds of The Stroudsmoor Country Inn, Stroudsburg, Pa. The ceremony was performed by Bishop Timothy W. Cravens. The bride is the daughter of Maria Marroquin and the late Urbano Marroquin, Harrisburg, Pa. The groom is the son of Dr. David and Denise Moore, Dallas, Pa. The bride was escorted down the aisle by her brother, Roberto Marroquin. The bride chose her friend, Meghan Beshara, as her maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Elodia Harber, sister of the bride; Kimberly Moore, cousin of the groom; and Kristina Hernandez, friend of the bride. The groom chose his brother, Matthew Moore, as his best man. Groomsmen were Phil Weaver, Michael Payne, Joshua Sorchik and Preston Smith, friends of the groom. The rehearsal luncheon was hosted by the groom’s parents at The Stroudsmoor Country Inn. The wedding reception was held at The Stroudsmoor Country Inn. The bride is a 2001 graduate of Bishop McDevitt High School, Harrisburg, Pa., and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing from LaSalle University, Philadelphia, in 2006. She is employed at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, and is pursuing her master’s degree at Thomas Jefferson University. The groom is a 2003 graduate of Lake-Lehman High School and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology and a master’s degree in clinical psychology at LaSalle University, Philadelphia. He is pursuing his doctorate in clinical psychology at LaSalle University. The couple resides in Queens Village, Philadelphia, Pa.

Evans, Ohl

Everett, Wagner approaching marriage. The bride-to-be is the daughter of John and Mary Everett, Shickshinny. She is the granddaughter of Clementine Everett, Mocanaqua; the late Ellsworth Everett; and the late Henry and Stephanie Dluzeski, Shickshinny. The prospective groom is the son of Raymond and Corenna Wagner, Shickshinny. He is the grandson of the late Merle and Avis Wagner, Huntington Mills, and the late Donald and Le Ellen Montreuil, Cambra. Allison is a 2004 graduate of Northwest Area High School. She is a 2009 graduate of Misericordia University, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in health science and a master’s degree in physical therapy. She is employed by Geisinger HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital as a physical therapist. Michael is a 2006 graduate of Northwest Area High School. He is a 2010 graduate of King’s College, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in accounting. He is employed by Petroleum Service Company. The couple will exchange vows on June 16, 2012, at St. Martha’s Church of Holy Spirit Parish, Fairmount Springs.

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The Ostopicks r. and Mrs. Samuel Ostopick celebrated their 60th wedding M anniversary Nov. 3, 2011. They were

married in 1951 in Holy Resurrection Cathedral by the Rev. Eugene Pianovitch. Their attendants were the late Mary Scronek Parada, sister of the bride, and Helen Timchak Humko, Doris Humko Smyden, Margaret Zack Sturhurski, Veronica Rowker Timchak and Joan Humko DiAndrole. Joan Parada Michelette, niece of the bride, was the flower girl. Ushers were Anthony Stella, Thomas Moskow, Joseph Marykaws, the late Joseph Ostopick and the late Leonard Grobko. The late John Zbierski was the ring bearer. They have three children, Daniel, Chinchilla; Jeff and daughter-in-law, Denise, Plains Township; and Diane and son-in-law, Robert Macario, Laflin. A celebration dinner with family was held.

terian Church, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. Pastor Jack Tannis and the Rev. Dr. Robert Zanicky officiated. The bride is the daughter of Denise Ohl-Amantea, Wyoming, Pa., and Thomas Ohl, Dallas Township, Pa. The groom is the son of the late Attorney Blythe H. Evans and Marlette Evans-Mante. The bride is a graduate of Marywood University and is a piano instructor. The groom is a graduate of Moravian College and owns two businesses based out of Plymouth, Pa. The couple will honeymoon in December.

Davis, Manifold homas and Kathy Davis, WilkesBarre, announce the engagement T and upcoming marriage of their

daughter, Robin Marie Davis, WilkesBarre, to James Leonard Manifold, Stockport, England. James is the son of the late Ann Manifold and Keith Manifold, Stockport, England. No date has been set.

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Credit union opens student-run branch at Pittston Area

VAntage Trust Federal Credit Union recently celebrated the grand opening of its student-run branch at Pittston Area High School. The branch is staffed by student volunteers as part of a community and educational outreach program offered by the credit union. At the grand opening, from left, are Robert Burton, president and chief executive officer; Jennifer Derhammer, Pittston branch manager; Katlyn Jumper; Sara Ruby; Brittany Czerniakowski; and Ryan Joyce.

Josh Peters Josh Peters, son of Gary and Becky Peters, Dallas, is celebrating his ninth birthday today, Nov. 6. Josh is a grandson of Bill and Barbara Kunec, Hanover Township, and Maryann Peters and the late Frank Peters, Milford. He has a brother, Joey, 6.

Olivia J. Evans Olivia Jordyn Evans, daughter of John and Nicole Evans, West Nanticoke, is celebrating her third birthday today, Nov. 6. Olivia is a granddaughter of Alan and Karen Sklaney, Glen Lyon, and David and Ruth Evans, Tyrone. She is a great-granddaughter of Pauline Sklaney, Alden. Olivia has a sister, Alyssa, 5.

IN BRIEF DALLAS: Misericordia University is holding an open house 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday for students and their parents. An optional tour of John J. Passan Hall, home of the College of Health Sciences, will be offered from 1-2 p.m. Registration begins at 9 a.m. in the Anderson Sports and Health Center at the north gate of the upper campus. The schedule includes registration, refreshments, campus tours, a faculty session and meetings with representatives of athletics, financial aid and admissions. For more information, or to register, contact the Admissions Office at 570-675-4449, or 1-866262-6363, or email admiss@misericordia.edu. NANTICOKE: The First Presbyterian Church of Nanticoke, Main and Walnut streets, is sponsoring a soup kitchen 4-7 p.m. Thursday and Nov. 24 and the second and fourth Thursday of each month. Everyone is welcome.

Brett T. Martinez Brett Thomas Martinez, son of Alan and Dawn Martinez, Hanover Township, celebrated his seventh birthday Nov. 5. Brett is a grandson of Ramon and Camille Martinez, Hanover Township, and Donald Stark and Cynthia Stark, both of Plains Township. He is a great-grandson of Emily Chrzanowski, Hudson. Brett has three brothers, Darren, 1 1, Dylan, 9, and Spencer, 3.

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Holy Redeemer helps with flood-relief efforts

Ian Ratchford, son of John and Sheri Ratchford, Kingston, celebrated his eighth birthday Nov. 2. Ian is a grandson of Frank and Lorraine Haduck, Bear Creek Township; Adrienne Evans, Harveys Lake; and the late Frank Ratchford, Kingston. He is a great-grandson of Ceil Maleski, Moscow. Ian has two sisters, Zoe, 5, and Meg, 3.

Holy Redeemer High School has been collecting items to help victims of the recent flood. Working in cooperation with Immaculate Conception Church of Corpus Christi Parish in West Pittston, school students have been bringing in new and gently used linens, towels, socks, clothing and cleaning supplies to be distributed to families. The collection has been coordinated with Immaculate Conception through Lisa Mulvey, vice president of the schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Royal Parents Club, and the Rev. Monsignor John Sempa. With some of the donations, from left, first row: Noah Orlandini-Sapak, Swoyersville; Patrick Serino, Shavertown; Shawn Stefanski, Wilkes-Barre; Collin Shandra, Pittston Township; Seth Tarselli, Mountain Top; Ryan DeRemer, Shavertown; Brian Geraghty, Shavertown; and David Gawlas, Shavertown. Second row: Michael Booth, vice principal for student life; Morgan Mancini, Mountain Top; Danielle Gorski, Wilkes-Barre; Kellen Katra, Mountain Top; Rachel Simon, Hughestown; Maria Khoudary, Dallas; Jillian Hayden, Mountain Top; and the Rev. Joseph Elston, school chaplain.

BIRTHS Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center Hickson, Monique and Javan Thomas, Wilkes-Barre, a son, Oct. 15. Reap, Tammie Marie and Shane Evans, Wilkes-Barre, a daughter, Oct. 17. Guzenski, Stacy and Nick, Larksville, a daughter, Oct. 17. Dunn, Melissa and Josh Yackimowicz, Wilkes-Barre, a daughter, Oct. 17.

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Uren, Linda and Brian Lyons, Plymouth, a daughter, Oct. 18.

Austin W. Marusak, son of Lisa and William Marusak, both of the Honey Pot section, Nanticoke, is celebrating his fifth birthday today, Nov. 6. Austin is a grandson of Ellen and William Yarmel and Walter and Diane Cooper, all of Orangeville, and John and Sheila Marusak, Honey Pot. He is a great-grandson of Helen Cooper, Orangeville, and Eleanor English, Berwick. Austin has two sisters, Abigail, 8, and Hailey, 1.

Mason, Angela and Adam, Shickshinny, a daughter, Oct. 18. Akakpo, Akossiwa and Adekunle Ajao, Wilkes-Barre, a daughter, Oct. 18. Poluka, Kayla and Nick Heryla, Wilkes-Barre, a son, Oct. 19. Davis, Noelle and Matteo Randazzo, Exeter, a daughter, Oct. 19. Dishmon, Amanda and Craig

Reiss, Pittston, a daughter, Oct. 19.

Edwardsville, a son, Oct. 24.

Kaiser, Gina and Danny Powers, Edwardsville, a daughter, Oct. 19.

Mago, Maureen and Allan, WilkesBarre Township, a son, Oct. 24.

Sims, Luanee and Scott, Plymouth, a daughter, Oct. 20.

Ralph, Rebekah and Patrick, Meshoppen, a son, Oct. 25.

Rother, Stephanie, Dallas, a son, Oct. 20.

Mulcahy, Kathleen and Jeff Grencavage, Wilkes-Barre Township, a son, Oct. 25.

Herron, Nicole and Bradley, Shickshinny, a son, Oct. 20. Snee, Stephanie and Mark Moran, Hallstead, a daughter, Oct. 21. Hidalgo, Anercy and Carlos DeLeon, Mountain Top, a daughter, Oct. 21. Sherrill, Nicole and Raymond, Wyoming, a son, Oct. 21. Sullivan, Jodi and Kyle, Forkston, a son, Oct. 21. Koepke, Rachel and Gary Andrews Jr., Wyoming, a daughter, Oct. 21. Stebbins, Miranda and Matthew Graziano, Ashley, a son, Oct. 22. Tarnowski, Marcy and Jason, Glen Lyon, a son, Oct. 22. Joye, Danielle, Wilkes-Barre, a daughter, Oct. 23. Kilheeney, Elicia and Christopher,

Schnitzler, Sherri and William, Pittston, a son, Oct. 25.

Drago, Adrienne and Nicholas, Wilkes-Barre, a son, Oct. 27. Juckett, Jessica and Mike Cook, Laceyville, a son, Oct. 29. Shultz, Jessica and Nicholas, Forty Fort, a daughter, Oct. 29. Werts, Amanda and Raymond Ashford, Laurel Run, a daughter, Oct. 29. Harris, Tiffany and Justin Schell, Sweet Valley, a daughter, Oct. 30.

Chervenitski, Sandra and Brian, Shavertown, a son, Oct. 25. Barham, Erica and Kyle Newman, Kingston, a son, Oct. 25. Lepera, Stephanie and Stanley Franklin, Meshoppen, a son, Oct. 25. Lamb, Brittany and Brandon Eyerley, Plymouth, a son, Oct. 25. Armstrong, Christina and Kevin, Eynon, a son, Oct. 26. Zumaeta, Kelly and Angel, Tunkhannock, a son, Oct. 27.

Colon, Dorothy and Luis Jr., Wilkes-Barre, a daughter, Oct. 31. Idhaw, Barbara and Gilbert, Clifford Township, a daughter, Oct. 31.

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Schneider, Jami and Allen Michaels, Wilkes-Barre, a daughter, Oct. 27. Boyd, Sarah and Mike Pitkus, Tunkhannock, a daughter, Oct. 27.

Sult, Catherine and Michael Gross, Sweet Valley, a daughter, Oct. 26. Grandparents are: Susie Gross, Dallas; Jody Gross, Hunlock Creek; and Susan and David Sult, Huntington Mills.

NANTICOKE: Luzerne County Community College will hold a kick-off to begin preparations for the 2012 Relay for Life of South Valley 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesday at the collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Campus Center. Anyone who wears something purple to the event is eligible to win a raffle prize. The kick-off is open to anyone who wants to get involved with the planning for next yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s event that will take place from 10 a.m. June 23 to 10 a.m. June 24 at the collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s campus. For more information, call the Academic Affairs Office at 740-0490 or 800-377-LCCC, ext. 7490. TUNKHANNOCK: Tunkhannock Area High School Music and Social Studies Departments will host the annual Veterans Day program 9:30 a.m. Friday in the high school auditorium. The hour-long program will feature guest speaker Commander Ed Groth in a presentation that will honor all branches of the Armed Forces. The high school and middle school bands and the high school chorus will also perform arrangements of patriotic music. Veterans and their families are invited to participate. Visitors may come through the main office. WILKES-BARRE: The Luzerne County Vietnam Veterans Memorial Committee invites the public to a gathering in honor of deceased service members and those missing in action from all wars at 4 p.m. Nov. 12 on the south lawn of the Luzerne County Courthouse, near the Vietnam Veterans Memorial.

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This year marked a milestone: It was the 75th class and the biggest, with nearly 120 students who each paid about $400 for lectures, field trips, hands-on training and two banquets. Howard, the school founder, was a Santa with an impressive resume that included being St. Nick for Macy’s. He opened the school in 1937 after coming across too many other Santas with frayed beards, shoddy suits and limited knowledge of reindeer. Valent took over the school in 1986 and retains most of Howard’s original curriculum, along with modern additions such as contract issues and how to endure the rigors of being a

Lowell Hendrickson Who attended the Charles W. Howard Santa Claus School

mall Santa (get a flu shot and negotiate regular bathroom breaks). Tinsel Santa hats dangled from the ceiling of a hotel conference room where the pupils gathered for introductions. There were Santas with tattoos and Santas in sunglasses. Santas in reindeer sweaters. Santas in Hawaiian shirts and in T-shirts and jeans. Some wore boots, some wore red high-tops. There were Santas as young as 28 and Santas as old as 80. Santas texted and emailed, and Santa cellphones rang — one with a ringtone that trilled the “Dance of

the Sugar Plum Fairy.” There were a few slender Santas, and some with bald heads, shaved faces or dark hair. Some leaned on canes. Mike Durkin, who referred to himself as “pirate Santa,” wore an eye patch that he swaps for a realistic prosthetic eyeball when he “gets in the big chair,” Santa-speak for playing the role. But most looked as if they had stepped out of a Christmas card, from their blue eyes and white beards to their ballooning midsections. Several had traveled thousands of miles, including a veteran Santa from Norway, and about half were here for the first time. Valent, who owns a construction business, built the Santa House at a busy downtown corner to ensure Santa had a place to host children during the holiday season. Oversized toys, spar-

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Polonaise Society honors couples celebrating anniversaries Three wedding anniversary couples were honored at the Polonaise Society’s 34th Polish-American Heritage Ball at the Genetti Hotel and Conference Center. The honorees are Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Justofin, 64th wedding anniversary, and Mr. and Mrs. John Bielen and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Yurish, both 61st wedding anniversaries. Special boutonnieres were presented and a special dance was arranged in their honor. At the festivities (above), from left, first row, are Thomas Yurish; Ann Yurish; Tom Kopetskie, president of Polonaise Society; Helen Warenda, secretary; and Olga Morgan, 201 1 Heritage Ball Committee. Second row: JoAnn Marusak, board member, Ed Burcey, vice president, Gert Biden and John Biden. (Below), from left, first row, are Zbigniew J. Witczak Ph.D., Wilkes University; Wanda Hanna Witczak, guest speaker; Tom Kopetskie, president of Polonaise Society; Luzerne County Commissioner Stephen A. Urban; Sylvia Witek, Class of 201 1 Father Garbacik Memorial Scholarship Fund award winner. Second row: the Rev. Lorian Janicki, Holy Dormition Monastery; state Rep. Tarah Toohil, R-Butler Township; and Jordan Kolbush, scholarship fund recipient

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Members of the Coughlin High School Class of 1959 met recently at Konefal’s Grove, Shavertown, for a 70th birthday clambake. The next meeting will be a pot luck pre-holiday party 6 p.m. Thursday at the home of Jack and Kathy Macey, 18 Mercer St., Plains Township. Members should call Fran Romanowski at 678-7169 to make a reservation. At the clambake, female classmates (above), from left, first row, are Gloria Serafin Mazeika, Kathleen Conwell Goldstein, Rosemarie Smulowitz Kovaleski, Elsa Bascom Traskus, Janie Fieseler Hendershot and Florence Herzfeld Klapat. Second row: Mary Louise Hochreiter Rehring, Janet Zemanik Keeley, Frances Lawrence Romanowski, Barbara Savitski Scavone, Ann Marie Zumchak Acacio, Marion Timek Millard, Michaelene Timek Stella, Patricia Kazanecki Grigaitis, Catherine Carey Williams and Mary Ann Gola Magda. Male classmates (below), from left, first row, are Joseph Friel; Raymond Yatko; Frank Stensney; Robert Cole, chairman; Hugh Merritt Hughes; John Macey; and Michael Olsakowski. Second row: Jack Weir, Joseph Bisulca, James Zeveney, Arthur Stofey, Robert Rinaldi, Charles Thennes, Robert Powell, Anthony DePolo, Allan Davis, Francis Kornova and Joseph Moore.

Lions clubs help purchase therapy equipment The Lions clubs of Hanover Township, Newport Township, Nanticoke, Ashley and Twin Boroughs recently raised more than $1,200 to purchase a therapeutic gym box for 2-year-old Juliana Tompkins of Nanticoke, who has a genetic disorder characterized by poor growth and developmental and neurological delays. At the presentation, from left, first row, are Brent, Dustin, Juliana and Christina Tompkins. Second row: Cy Korba and Harry Besecker, Hanover Lions, and Steve Brezna, Twin Boroughs Lions.

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When the 45th annual CMA Awards, hosted by Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood, take place in Nashville on Wednesday night, Jimmy Harnen will be paying close attention to the categories in which his Republic Nashville artists are nominated. Here’s a look at some of those contests, along with a few other major ones. ••• Entertainer of the Year • Jason Aldean • Brad Paisley • Blake Shelton • Taylor Swift • Keith Urban Paisley won the top prize last year, but he’ll have stiff competition from Swift, who sold out stadiums this summer (including Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia) and again demonstrated her ability to take the genre to new heights, as both a songwriter and a performer.

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f all titles for a one-hit wonder to have, mine has to be ‘Where Are You Now,’ ” Jimmy Harnen says with a knowing smile. It’s a warm September afternoon in Nashville, and Harnen is seated behind a desk in his office on Music Row, happily chatting about those dreamy days in 1989 when he and his band Synch put Wilkes-Barre — and specifically his hometown of Plymouth — on the Billboard charts with their soaring Top 10 power ballad.

“They always say if you ask any artist about the first time they heard their song on the radio, they’ll know exactly where they were,” he says, recalling the summer day when he heard “Where Are You Now” come over the FM dial. “I was sitting on my front porch in Plymouth, and KRZ played it. I was just smitten.” These days, with his rock-star years

behind him, Harnen gets excited when he hears a different band on the radio, specifically, the Band Perry. And for good reason: The country trio was the first act Harnen signed when in 2009, after years of working in radio promotion, he accepted what would become his See HARNEN, Page 4F

Plymouth native Jimmy Harnen, the ‘boy’ who became famous for the song ‘Where Are You Now,’ is now president of the Republic Nashville record label in the country-music capital of the world.

At top: The Eli Young Band is just another Jimmy Harnen success story. Above left: Country-music superstar Martina McBride has found a home with Republic Nashville, the record label headed by Harnen, a Plymouth native. Above center: Locals who were around in the late ’80s may fondly remember the man second from left in this shot of the band Synch, with whom Harnen became a one-hit wonder with ’Where Are You Now.’ Above right: Loretta Lynn throwback Sunny Sweeney fondly recalls the support Harnen gave her as president of Republic Nashville. While shopping her out to radio stations, he handed out goodie bags full of ’sunny’ merchandise, including sun visors, sunscreen, etc.

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Nashville and decided to move here,” he says, still grateful for Lynn’s unwavering support. The couple has two children: Luke,11, and Katie, 9. “She said to me, ‘I can get a job, and you can do your thing.’ She’s amazing and beautiful.”

HARNEN dream job. So where is Jimmy Harnen now? To answer his hit single’s long-ago question: He is overseeing one of country music’s most vibrant record labels as president of Republic Nashville, home to such top-selling acts as Martina McBride and the Eli Young Band. “This was always my goal. I wanted to run a record company,” says Harnen, looking more like a hip music fan than the 48year-old modest but influential record executive he actually is, in sneakers, a black Quicksilver hoodie and a Dallas Cowboys baseball hat. “There’s nothing more fun than taking someone with their hopes and dreams all over the radio and selling records and downloads. It can’t get any better than this.” Actually it can, if McBride and the Band Perry happen to bring Republic Nashville some trophies at Wednesday’s 45th annual Country Music Association Awards (airing at 8 p.m. on ABC). Powerhouse singer McBride is nominated for Best Female Vocalist, while the Band Perry, the sibling vocal group made up of brothers Reid and Neil Perry and their big sister Kimberly, are competing in five categories, including New Artist and Song of the Year, for the No.1 hit “If I Die Young.” “Jimmy is a proud dad when it comes to the Band Perry,” says Kimberly Perry, describing the bond that formed between artist

The Band Perry, which operates under Plymouth native Jimmy Harnen’s Republic Nashville record label, celebrates its gold status at a party in Las Vegas. From left: Harnen, Neil Perry, Scott Borchetta, president and CEO of Big Machine Label Group; Kimberly Perry; Reid Perry; and Bob Doyle, of Bob Doyle & Associates (management for The Band Perry).

were never set on a career in Nashville, despite his parents’ suggestion. “My mother and father would always tell me, ‘If you would just get into country music, you would do so well,’ ” he remembers. “But I knew nothing about it. Like most kids in my hometown, I didn’t listen to it back then.” Ironically, it was Harnen’s pop success that led him to the country-music capital. After the follow-up to “Where Are You Now” (a single titled “The Best I Can Do”) made a dent at an adult-contemporary station in Tampa, Harnen was persuaded to record a new album with Nashville producer Cliff Downs. Soon he and his wife, Lynn, were flying back and forth to Tennessee. But while Owes it all to his parents the album never found a home, Harnen, however, says his own the Harnens did. “We really fell in love with sights, as an artist or otherwise, and executive when Harnen inked the deal with the group. “He has fostered a relationship where we can be 100 percent honest with each other. That really allows the artist to thrive.” Her brother Reid Perry says the band was sold on Harnen even before meeting him. They had originally planned to court him at Capitol Records, where, as senior vice president of radio promotion, Harnen helped score airplay for artists such as Lady Antebellum, Eric Church and Darius Rucker. “Capitol was at the top of our list mainly because of what Jimmy was getting done there on the radio,” Reid says. “But when he became president of Republic Nashville, our sights readjusted.”

stunning elegy to those gone too soon. Song of the Year • “Colder Weather,” Zac Brown Band • “Dirt Road Anthem,” Jason Aldean • “If I Die Young,” The Band Perry • “Mean,” Taylor Swift • “You and Tequila,” Kenny Chesney with Grace Potter This award goes to the songwriter, not the artist. But the likely winner happens to fill both of

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those roles: Kimberly Perry, for the wise-beyond-her-years “If I Die Young.” Album of the Year • “All About Tonight,” Blake Shelton • “My Kinda Party,” Jason Aldean • “Speak Now,” Taylor Swift • “This Is Country Music,” Brad Paisley • “You Get What You Give,” Zac Brown Band Aldean’s “My Kinda Party” is the highest-selling country album

retta Lynn throwback Sunny Sweeney. “If you look at our acts, they’re all based around a great voice,” Harnen says. “Sunny has a very unique voice. As do Kimberly, Martina and Mike Eli. When the voice is unique it takes its own oxygen on the radio, so they’re never stepping on one another.” Harnen’s perspective on what works best for radio can only come from someone who has had experience behind the micro-

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olson Whitehead really couldn’t have picked a better time to write a zombie novel. Even looking past its Halloween-adjacent release date, “Zone One” comes at a time when such horrors are enjoying a pop culture renaissance that arguably began with Danny Boyle’s “28 Days Later” in 2002. In recent years the fascination has grown to include fan conventions, groaningly slouched “zombie walks” through city streets and the splattercore success of AMC’s adaptation of the graphic novel series, “The Walking Dead,” which drew record ratings in its season premiere. Opening with a romantic remembrance of a still “normal” New York from a young survivor-turned-soldier ironically nicknamed Mark Spitz (a harrowing incident involving a refusal to swim to safety is explained later),

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especially a new one, is the marathon tour of stations. And Harnen has certainly logged his share of miles. While at Capitol, he recalls driving around the country with Darius Rucker, the two of them singing along to guilty-pleasure songs of the ’80s and taking turns behind the wheel. “Here’s Darius and I driving from Flint to Saginaw, Michigan, singing George Michael’s‘ADifferentCorner,’”herecallswith alaugh.“Hewasdelightfultobeontheroad with.” Harnen’s current artists say the same about him. Neil Perry still remembers his group’s radio tour, which found the Band Perry visiting a whopping 87 stations, all with Harnen by their side. “It was a four-month process, and Jimmy was with us for every day of it. For a label president, that usually doesn’t happen,” he says. Sweeney has a similar story. During a

tour of Southern stations, the forwardthinking Harnen came bearing bags of “sunny” products for the program directors and DJs. “He bought sunglasses, sunflower seeds, sunscreen, sun visors … everything with the word ‘sun’ in it,” Sweeney remembers with a laugh. “Jimmy calls it ‘making memories.’ That’s where I first discovered his work ethic.” Old home looms large Still,themostlastingimpressionHarnen left may have been right here in WilkesBarre during the Band Perry’s stop at Froggy 101. It was nothing short of a king’s homecoming for her boss, Kimberly Perry says. “I remember all these people showed up, and we were so excited. But do you know what they asked when they got in the door? WhereJimmywas!”shesays.“Theypassed us right by and went straight to the Jimmy Harnen photo shoot.” Harnen,a1981graduateofWyomingValley West High School, was thrilled to spend a few days back in Northeastern Pennsylvania, which, he admits, doesn’t happen as of-

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“Zone One” spares the form’s conventional reliance on summer-movie scares and chase scenes — though there’s plenty of those too — and instead turns an unsparing focus on the dark reality such a world-crumbling plague unleashes. Now part of a militia governed by what’s left of a hobbled, corporate-sponsored “American Phoenix” government in Buffalo, Mark Spitz is part of an ambitious effort to reclaim a country for the living that starts with a block-by-block sweep through a walled-off section of Lower Manhattan that gives the book its name.

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ten as he’d like. Though his office may be decorated with photos of him with Nashville superstars, it’s clear he still has a connection with the Wyoming Valley and its residents. He asks about the recent floods and how Plymouth fared. He proudly shows off a downloaded copy of local rock heroes the Badlees’ “River Songs” CD. And he gives credit to local record man Joe Nardone for stocking copies of Harnen’s album “Can’t Fight the Midnight” in his Gallery of Sound stores. “He took more than he probably needed,” he says, turning nostalgic for that hazy time when “Where Are You Now” was blaring from car stereos and clubs all across the region. “We even sold out the Kirby Center. That was huge for us.” Now, Harnen is creating those big moments for others — “making memories” as he is wont to say — and trying to do for his artists what people in the Wyoming Valley did for him. “There are a ton of great people that helped me get here,” he says with emotion in his voice. “It will always be home. It’s where all the memories were made.”

World War II was “the greatest and most terrible event in human history,” Max Hastings writes, and any doubts are sure to be dispelled by reading his gripping and comprehensive account of that epic struggle. From Adolf Hitler’s invasion of Poland to the atomic bombs that hastened Japan’s surrender, “Inferno” details all the major campaigns, with vignettes and anecdotes that provide a richly textured picture of what soldiers and civilians on all sides experienced on the battlefield and the home front. Hastings is a former British newspaperman and renowned military historian who has written more than 20 books, many of them focusing on aspects of World War II. “Inferno,” the broadest and most ambitious of his books about the war, draws from letters and diaries of ordinary people and even from novels by Pacific war veterans Norman Mailer and James Jones. There are spellbinding accounts of campaigns too often overlooked: the 1939-40 Winter War sparked by the Soviet attack on Finland, brutal ethnic clashes in Yugoslavia and the bravery of the Britishled troops in jungle fighting that recaptured Burma after inflicting the greatest defeat ever suffered by a Japanese army. Still, according to Hastings, virtually all the combat in the Pacific, the Mediterranean and Western Europe was but a sideshow to the central face-off between the legions of Hitler and Joseph Stalin. Some 40,000 Russian civilians perished — as many as died in the entire London blitz — during a 14-hour Luftwaffe assault on Stalingrad, and 90 percent of all German combat deaths occurred on the eastern front. The Soviets suffered 65 percent of all Allied military deaths, followed by China, with 23 percent; the U.S. and Britain accounted for 2 percent each. Hastings offers tantalizing “what ifs” and how they might have altered the course of the war. He maintains that Hitler erred in launching his bombers against England rather than sending troops to take Egypt and Malta. He also questions the need for the U.S. campaigns in the Philippines, Iwo Jima and Okinawa when strategic bombing and a naval blockade would have sufficed to bring Japan to its knees. No major figure looms larger than Winston Churchill, “the towering personality of the forces of light,” in whose absence Hastings questions whether Britain would have continued to defy Hitler after the fall of France. “Inferno” is a magnificent achievement, a one-volume history that should find favor among readers thoroughly immersed in World War II and those approaching the subject for the first time. As the years thin the ranks of those who fought in the war, Hastings’ balanced and elegantly written prose should help ensure that the bloodshed, bravery and brutality of that tragic conflict aren’t forgotten.

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The basics Tucked against Lake Superior, Grand Marais, population 1,351, was once a sleepy fishing village. All that’s changed, in part because it occupies one of the most scenic spots along the Arrowhead. At the edge of town, a windblown spit of land juts out into the lake, helping to form a big bay and a calm harbor, so the town looks embraced by Superior. Get tourist information at www.grandmarais.com. What to do The Gunflint Trail, which cuts inland to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area and where moose sometimes wander onto the road, begins its winding way in Grand Marais, but you don’t really need to drive along that road to feel lost among the elements. Take a walk along the bay beach to Artists’ Point, the peninsula that juts out into Superior. It’s

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hands-on classes (www.northhouse.org). Subjects include knitting, kayak-making and surprises such as “deer processing for carnivorous locavores.” Visitors are welcome to explore the campus and stop by the gift shop. Hidden treasure If you need gear, or inspiration, check out Stone Harbor Wilderness Supply (www.stoneharborws.com) on the bay. The hot spot for outdoor sports opened in June 2010 and has been selling and renting supplies and some unusual cool outdoor toys since. In summer, there are kayaks, canoes and paddleboards. But when snow flies, this place becomes the cutting edge of winter fun. You can rent the usual cross-country skis and snowshoes or rent (or buy) Wintergreen clothing (beyond warm and pricey to own), Snowtrekker winter tents and the wood-burning stoves to keep them cozy, and Marquette skis, a ski-snowshoe hybrid that lets you hike up a snowy trail and ski down the other side. Want some tips for your first time? Snow Harbor offers guided outings. The place also sells nordic skates, which are specialized

Where to eat Judi Barsness not only cooks exceptional meals at her sophisticated harborside restaurant, Chez Jude, she also teaches others how to do the same by offering cooking classes (www.chezjude.com; closed in November and April). At Crooked Spoon Cafe, inventive, delicious dinners include Lake Superior fish with cucumber-corn relish (www.crooked spooncafe.com; closed after today until Dec. 27). For live music and chili with a micro-brew beer, head to Gun Flint Tavern (www.gunflinttavern.com). Breakfasts are divine at the Pie Place (www.northshorepieplace.com); don’t miss the maple sausage. Where to sleep Only in Grand Marais’ website (www.grandmarais.com) offers links to a variety of lodging options, from cabins to B&Bs. I’ve enjoyed East Bay Suites, with luxury units that have sleek kitchens, stone fireplaces and expansive views of the lake just beyond the balcony (www.eastbaysuites.com). Getting there Grand Marais is northeast of Duluth, Minn., on Lake Superior, along Highway 61. The drive from Minneapolis/ St. Paul takes about 4 12/2 hours.

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Zoning Hearing Board of the Borough of West Pittston, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, shall convene a public hearing on Thursday, November 17, 2011, at 7:30 p.m. in Council Chambers, 555 Exeter Avenue, West Pittston, Pennsylvania 18643, to hear and decide the application of Frank A. Grabowski, P.L.S., for a property located at 540 Montgomery Avenue in an M-1 Zoning District. The applicant seeks dimensional variances pursuant to Section 508.5 of the West Pittston Borough Zoning Ordinance relating to Minimum Lot Areas and Minimum Side, Front & Rear Yard Set Backs.

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Any person with a disability requiring special accommodation to attend this hearing should notify the Borough Secretary’s Office at 570-655-7782 as early as possible prior to this meeting.

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RFP packages may be obtained at the offices of Luzerne Purchasing Department in the Penn Place Building, 20 North Pennsylvania Avenue, Wilkes Barre, Pa 18711, and on the website at www.luzernecounty.org. THE COUNTY OF LUZERNE DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX, RELIGION, AGE, FAMILY, AND HANDICAPPED STATUS IN EMPLOYMENT OR THE PROVISION OF SERVICES. THE COUNTY OF LUZERNE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. FRANK A. PUGLIESE, JR, DIRECTOR PURCHASING DEPARTMENT ADVERTISEMENT PUBLISHED BY ORDER OF: DOUG A. PAPE, CHIEF CLERK LEGAL NOTICE COUNTY OF LUZERNE OFFICE OF HUMAN SERVICES REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR OFFICE SPACE Ref. #102711RFP1OHS This request for proposal (RFP) is being solicited by Luzerne County for the leasing of approximately 8,900 square feet of office space within the City of WilkesBarre for use by Office of Human Services, Area Agency on Aging and Children and Youth Services Department of Luzerne County. This RFP is issued by the Luzerne County Purchasing Department. The Issuing Office is the primary point of contact for this RFP. The Luzerne County Engineer’s Office is the secondary point of contact for this RFP. The RFP contains instructions to prospective responders and specifications governing the proposed lease agreement. Proposals must be submitted to the primary issuing office no later than November 10, 2011 at 10:00 A.M. to Mr. Frank A. Pugliese, Jr., Luzerne County Purchasing Director, at 200 North River Street, WilkesBarre, PA 18711. Luzerne County is soliciting this request for proposal for leasing approximately 8,900 square feet of office space for use solely by the Luzerne County Area Agency on Aging and Children and Youth Services Department for a period of two (2) years with an option for two (2) additional two (2) year terms. A detailed scope of work is available from the Luzerne County Engineer’s Office 65 Reichard Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711, telephone (570) 825-1600 or by emailing: Mr. Joseph J. Gibbons, P.E., Luzerne County Engineer at joe.gibbons@luzernecounty.org. All respondents are required to submit an original and three copies of their proposal in a plain envelope with the project title clearly marked on the outside to the envelope. The County reserves the right to reject any and all proposals if it feels it is in the best interest of the County. The County of Luzerne does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, family, and handicapped status in employment or the provision of services. The County of Luzerne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Douglas A. Pape Chief Clerk

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HONDA`09 REKON TRX 250CC/Electric shift. Like New. REDUCED $3,650. (570) 814-2554

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HYUNDAI ‘00 ACCENT 4 cylinder. 5 speed. Sharp economy car! $3,495 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

DODGE `95 DAKOTA 2WD V6. Regular

Cab/6Ft. 5 speed. 113,000 miles. Runs like a champ. Needs some work. $1,400. 570-814-1255

GMC4WD, ‘96 JIMMY SLE Hunter Green, 4 door, CD, 168,000 miles. $2,100 obo. (570) 262-7550

JEEP ‘95 WRANGLER

4x4. 6 cylinder. Auto. Air. 1 owner. Hard & soft top. Good condition. $2,400

FORD ‘89 F150 4x4. Nice looking. $1,800. (570) 542-5823

SATURN `04 VUE

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PONTIAC ‘01 SUNFIRE 2 door 4 cylinder,

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ACURA `06 TL 4 Door 3.2 VTEC 6

Cylinder engine Auto with slapstick. Navigation system. 57k miles. Black with Camel Leather interior. Heated Seats. Sun Roof, Excellent condition. Satellite Radio, Fully loaded. $18,000. 570-814-2501

AUDI `05 A4 1.8T

Cabriolet Convertible S-Line. 52K miles. Auto. All options. Silver. Leather interior. New tires. Must sell. $17,500 or best offer 570-954-6060

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BMW `07 328xi

Black with black interior. Heated seats. Back up & navigation systems. New tires & brakes. Sunroof. Garage kept. Many extras! 46,000 Miles. Asking $20,500. 570-825-8888 or 626-297-0155 Call Anytime!

BMW ‘04 325 XI White. Fully

loaded. 120k miles. $10,500 or best offer. 570-454-3287

BUICK `01 CENTURY

4 door. 6 Cylinder. Power windows & locks. 55K. Looks & runs well. $4,800. DEALER 570-868-3914

BUICK `05 LESABRE Garage kept. 1 owner. Local driving, very good condition. 53,500 miles. Asking $9,700 (570) 457-6414 leave message

CADILLAC ‘06 STS AWD, 6 cylinder, Silver, 55,000 miles, sunroof, heated seats, Bose sound system, 6 CD changer, satellite radio, Onstar, parking assist, remote keyless entry, electronic keyless ignition, & more! $16,500 570-881-2775

CHEVROLET `04 CORVETTE COUPE Torch red with

black and red interior. 9,700 miles, auto, HUD, removable glass roof, polished wheels, memory package, Bose stereo and twilight lighting, factory body moldings, traction control, ABS, Garage kept - Like New. $25,900 (570) 609-5282

CHEVROLET ‘06 CORVETTE CONVERTIBLE

Silver beauty, 1 Owner, Museum quality. 4,900 miles, 6 speed. All possible options including Navigation, Power top. New, paid $62,000 Must sell $45,900 570-299-9370

CHEVY `07 AVEO LT Power window/door locks. Keyless entry. Sunroof. A/C. Black with tan leather interior. 22,000 original miles. AM/FM/CD. New tires. $12,000 (570) 287-0815

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CHEVY `08 MALIBU

LT. Imperial blue, sunroof, transferrable warranty to 100K miles. 19,700 miles. Loaded. $15,999 negotiable. Call 570-862-1799

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blue, auto V6 07 CHRYSLER 300 LTD AWD silver, grey leather 06 PONTIAC G6 black, auto, 4 cyl. 06 DODGE STRATUS SXT RED. 05 DODGE NEON SXT Red, 4 cyl. auto 05 CHEVY IMPALA LS Burgundy tan leather, sunroof 05 TOYOTA CAMRY XLE silver, grey leather, sunroof 05 VW NEW JETTA gray, auto, 4 cyl 05 CHEVY MALIBU Maxx White, grey leather, sunroof 04 NISSAN ALTIMA SL 3.5 white, black leather, sun roof 03 CADILLAC SEDAN Pearl white, tan leather, 73k miles 03 AUDI S8 QUATTRO Mid blue/light grey leather, Navigation, (AWD) 01 VW JETTA GLS green, auto, 4 cyl 01 VOLVO V70 STATION WAGON, blue/grey, leather, AWD 98 MAZDA MILLENIA green 98 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS black 98 HONDA CIVIC EX, 2 dr, auto, silver

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08 JEEP PATRIOT SPORT silver 5 speed 4x4 08 CADILLAC ESCALADE Blk/Blk leather, 3rd seat, Navgtn, 4x4 07 CHEVY UPLANDER silver, 7 passenger mini van 07 FORD ESCAPE XLT green/tan lint 4x4 07 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SXT Blue grey leather, 7 passenger mini van 06 MITSUBISHI ENDEAVOR XLS, Blue auto, V6, awd 06 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN ES, red, 4dr, entrtnmt cntr, 7 pass mini van 05 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER LT, blue, grey leather, 4x4 05 JEEP LIBERTY SPORT blue 4x4 05 FORD ESCAPE LTD red, black leather, sunrooof, 4x4 05 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO Blue, auto, 4x4 05 EXPLORER XLT WHITE, AUTO, 4X4 05 FORD F150 XLT SUPER CREW TRUCK Blue & tan, 4 dr. 4x4 05 BUICK RANIER CXL gold, tan, leather, sunroof (AWD) 05 GMC SIERRA X-Cab, blk, auto, 4x4 truck 04 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER, black, black leather, 3rd seat, 4x4 04 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE OVERLAND black, black leather, sunnroof, 4x4 04 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE OVERLAND Graphite grey, 2 tone leather, sunroof, 4x4 04 FORD EXPEDITION Eddie Bauer, white & tan, tan leather, 3rd seat, 4x4 04 CHEVY SUBURBAN LS, pewter silver, 3rd seat, 4x4 03 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO, silver, V6, 4x4 03 FORD WINDSTAR LX green 4 door, 7 passenger mini van 02 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY 7 pas senger, mini van, gold AWD 02 CHEVY 2500 HD Reg. Cab. pickup truck, green, auto, 4x4 01 HYUNDAI SANTE FE GLS silver, auto AWD 01 FORD EXCURSION XLT blue, auto, 8 passenger 4x4 01 FORD F150 XLT Super Cab 4x4 truck, white & tan 00 CHEVY BLAZER LT Black & brown, brown leather 4x4 00 ISUZU RODEO silver, auto 4x4 00 CHEVY 1500 SILVERADO XCAB

2wd truck, burgundy & tan 98 FORD EXPLORER Eddie Bauer, white, tan leather, sunroof, 4x4 98 EXPLORER XLT Blue grey leather, sunroof, 4x4 97 DODGE RAM 1500 XCAB TRUCK

red, auto, 4 x 4 96 CVEVY BLAZER black 4x4

CHEVY `95 CORVETTE

Yellow, auto, 67,300 miles. New tires & brakes. Removable top, leather. Good condition. $10,000. 570-287-1820

CHEVY `08 IMPALA CHEVY `97 ASTROVAN Beautiful, 4 door.

Metallic gray, sunroof, leather, Bose Satellite with CD radio, heated seats, traction control, fully loaded. Remote Start. 50k miles. $16,995. Call (570)639-5329

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Power steering & brakes. 8 cylinder. Excellent condition. $3,000. Negotiable. 570-762-3504

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CHEVY ‘01 CAVALIER

4 door. Automatic. 58K. Runs & looks well! $4,295. DEALER 570-868-3914

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

CHEVY ‘11 MALIBU LT Moonroof. 7K miles. $17,990

34K. V6. 17” wheels. Shaker. 6 disc. Satellite. Mileage computer. New winter tires. Power seat/leather. $17,500. (570) 474-0943

FORD ‘02 MUSTANG

GTRedCONVERTIBLE with black

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

FORD ‘06 MUSTANG

GT CONVERT. One owner. Extra clean. Only 15K miles. $18,880 560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

CHEVY ‘95 ASTRO

MARK III CONVERSION VAN. Hightop. 93K. 7 passenger. TV/VCP/Stereo. Loaded. Great condition. $4,995 (570) 574-2199

CHEVY`10 CAMARO

SS2. Fully load, V8, jewel red with white stripes on hood & trunk, list price is $34,500, Selling for $29,900. Call 570-406-1974

CHRYSLER `04 SEBRING LXI CONVERTIBLE

Low miles - 54,000. V6. Leather interior. Great shape. A/C. Power door locks. $7,500. Negotiable (570) 760-1005

CHRYSLER ‘04 SEBRING CONVERTIBLE

Silver, 2nd owner clean title. Very clean inside & outside. Auto, Power mirrors, windows. CD player, cruise, central console heated power mirrors. 69,000 miles. $5400. 570-991-5558

CHRYSLER ‘08 SEBRING

Leather. Heated seats. DVD Player. $12,450

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

HONDA `05 ACCORD EX-L V6 sedan, auto-

matic transmission with navigation. Graphite exterior, grey lather interior, cruise control, power bucket seats, tinted glass, remote keyless entry, antilock brakes, airbags - driver, passenger & sides. Sun roof / moon roof. Rear window defogger, air conditioning front & rear, power steering, alloy wheels, Multi CD changer, navigation system, fog lights, premium sound excellent condition, timing belt changed. $9,500. Top Off The Line 570-814-0949

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DODGE `00 STRATUS

JAGUAR ‘94 XJS CONVERTIBLE

Mint Condition Magnolia red, with palomino beige leather interior. A cream puff inside & out. 4 new tires and services. Florida car. $14,900. 570-885-1512

NISSAN `08 XTERRA Grey, Mint condition.

35K miles. New, allseason tires. Sirius radio. 2 sets of mats, including cargo mats. $18,400. Call 570-822-3494 or 570-498-0977

288-8995

manual, 4 door, anti-lock brakes, air conditioning, air bags, power locks, power windows, power mirrors, CD player, leather interior, sun roof, rear windshield wiper, tinted windows, GREAT ON GAS. REDUCED $3,000. 570-654-8469

HYUNDAI ‘10 ELANTRA GLS

Only 8,200 miles! 1 Owner. $15,995

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JAGUAR `00 S TYPE

4 door sedan. Like new condition. Brilliant blue exterior with beige hides. Car is fully equipped with navigation system, V-8, automatic, climate control AC, alarm system, AM/FM 6 disc CD, garage door opener. 42,000 original miles. $9,500 Call (570) 288-6009

250 General Auction

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570-301-3602 MERCEDES BENZ `97 C230 Black with Tan

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JAGUAR `98 XK8

Convertible. 40k miles. Great condition. Silver with black interior. Garage kept. Recently inspected. V8/auto/ AC. AM/FM / 6 disc. $12,000 or best offer. 570-310-1287

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Octagon Family Restaurant

375 W Main St, Plymouth, PA 18651 570-779-2288

Rigatoni New Menu Item!

with a Salad & a Roll

$7.95

Home of the Original ‘O-Bar’ Pizza

250 General Auction

COOK & COOK AUCTIONS 29 EAST CAREY STREET,

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Automatic, 4 door, all power, well kept, Summer and Winter tires, each used 3 seasons. $3,400. 570-675-9949 570-606-9926

HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA

EAGLE `95 TALON Only 97,000 Miles.

LOADS OF FURNITURE, ANTIQUES, DOLLHOUSE SUPPLIES, HO TRAINS, TOYS, DEPT. 56, GLASSWARE & PORCELAIN, PICTURES, SMALL INDUSTRIAL TOOLS, QUASAR BIG SCREEN TV, ENTERTAINMENT CENTER, WOOD STOVE, MERCURY OUTBOARD MOTOR, EXERCISE EQUIPMENT, LAWN & GARDEN CENTER, WOODSTOVE, TONS OF HOLIDAY ITEMS, MANY NEW IN BOX, DECORATOR ITEMS GALORE, STATUARY, POD KITS, LARGE COMPRESSOR & METAL LATHE AND LOTS MORE

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2011 N 2011 NISSAN ISSAN R ROGUE OGUE S A AWD WD

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STK#N 20680 M O D EL# 22211 M SR P $23,905

STK#N 20533 M O D EL# 13112 V IN # 404067, 403451 M SR P $23,820

A T THIS P RICE

4 Cyl, CVT , A/ C, PW , PD L , Cru is e, T ilt, F lo o rM a ts

B U Y FO R

19 ,4 9 5

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20 ,995 W / $10 0 0 N IS S AN R EB ATE

* $159 Perm o n th p lu s ta x. 24 m o n th lea s e; 12,000 m iles p eryea rw / $1697.88 d o w n + $504.12 in fee = $2,202 to ta l d u e a t d elivery; Res id u a l= $15,721.20; $350 NM AC L ea s e Ca s h in clu d ed . S a le p rice p lu s ta x in clu d es $1,250 Nis s a n Reb a te & $500 NM AC Ca p tive Ca s h. S a le Price p lu s ta x & ta gs in clu d e $1000 Nis s a n Reb a te. M u s tb e a p p ro ved thru NM AC @ T ier1.

P lu s Ta x.

L EAS E FOR

199

P ER M O. P lu s Ta x.

* $199 Perm o n th p lu s ta x. 39 m o n th lea s e; 12,000 m iles p eryea rw / $2300.08 d o w n + $601.92 in fee $2,902 to ta l d u e a td elivery; Res id u a l= $12,669.60; S a le p rice p lu s ta x in clu d es $1,000 N is s a n Reb a te. S a le Price p lu s ta x & ta gs in clu d e $1000 N is s a n Reb a te. M u s tb e a p p ro ved thru N M AC @ T ier1.

2011 N 2011 NISSAN ISSAN MURANO MURANO CROSS CROSS CABRIOLET CABRIOLET C CONVERTIBLE ONVERTIBLE

2011 N 2011 NISSAN ISSAN M MAXIMA AXIMA S SEDAN SEDAN

STK#N 20839 M O D EL# 27011 M SR P $48,020

STK#N 19800 M O D EL# 16111 M SR P $31,910

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2 6 ,8 9 5

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L EAS E FOR

249

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* $249 Perm o n th p lu s ta x. 39 m o n th lea s e; 12,000 m iles p eryea rw / $3202 d o w n ; Res id u a l= $16,274.10; M u s t q u a lify tier1. $1800 NM AC L ea s e Ca s h in clu d ed . S a le p rice p lu s ta x & ta gs in clu d es $2,500 Nis s a n Reb a te.

*S a le Price p lu s ta x & ta gs . In clu d es $2000 Nis s a n Reb a te.

For M aking U s The:

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2011 N 2011 NISSAN ISSAN PATHFINDER PATHFINDER S 4X4 4X4 STK#N 20841 M O D EL# 25011 M SR P $31,580

2011 N 2011 NISSAN ISSAN M MURANO URANO S A AWD WD

STK#20706 M O D EL# 23211 M SR P $32,130

B U Y FO R

2 7,9 9 5

W / $20 0 0 N IS S AN R EB ATE

L EAS E FOR

P ER M O. P lu s Ta x.

* $299 Perm o n th p lu s ta x. 39 m o n th lea s e; 12,000 m iles p eryea r; Res id u a l= $15,101.10; M u s t q u a lify T ier1. $1557.88 D o w n p lu s $644.12 in fees = 2202.00 to ta l d u e a td elivery. L ea s e in clu d es $1375 N M AC L ea s e Ca s h. S a le Price + ta x & ta gs in clu d es $2500 N is s a n Reb a te.

2011 N 2011 NISSAN ISSAN T TITAN ITAN CREW CREW CAB CAB S SV V 4X4 4X4

2012 N 2012 NISSAN ISSAN F FRONTIER RONTIER KC KC SV SV 4X4 4X4

STK#N 21104 M O D EL# 31412 M SR P $26,645

8 Cyl, Au to , PW , PL , A/ C, Cru is e, S p la s h Gu a rd s , Bed lin er

2 6 ,8 9 5

L EAS E FOR

W / $250 0 N IS S AN R EB ATE

* $299 Perm o n th p lu s ta x. 39 m o n th lea s e; 12,000 m iles p eryea r; Res id u a l= $13,895.20; M u s tq u a lify T ier1. $2,499 D u e & Reg fees = $2702 to ta l. In clu d es $3000 L ea s e Ca s h. S a le p rice p lu s ta x & ta gs in clu d es $2,000 N is s a n Reb a te.

STK#N 20874 M O D EL# 36411 M SR P $37,470

B U Y FO R

V6, Au to , 4x4, A/ C, Cru is e, T ilt, Allo y W heels , K eyles s

B U Y FO R

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B U Y FO R

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229

P ER M O. P lu s Ta x.

*$229 Perm o n th p lu s ta x. 39 m o n th lea s e; 12,000 m iles p eryea r; Res id u a l= $16,253.45; M u s tq u a lify T ier1. $1999 D u e a td elivery p lu s Reg F ees = $2202. S a le Price + ta x & ta gs in clu d es $2500 N is s a n Reb a te.

*S a le Price p lu s ta x & ta gs . In clu d es $4250 Nis s a n Reb a te & $1350 Va lu e T ru ck Bo n u s Ca s h.

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28,999

C H E V Y TAH O E

Stk. #11940,5.3L V 8 A utom atic,A ir,F ront B uckets,P W ,P D L ,B luetooth,R ad io,17” A lum . W heels,C ruise C ontrol,T hird R ow Seat,O nStar, X M Satellite

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299

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$26,665

2011

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*Tax & tags additional. Price includes all rebates. Low APR in lieu of rebates. CRUZE LS w/ manual trans.- “S” Tier (800+) lease for 39 mos. at $182 per month plus tax, 12K miles per year $0 due at signing to qualified buyers; MALIBU - “S” Tier (800+) - lease for 39 mos. at $198 per month plus tax, 12K miles per year $0 due at signing to qualified buyers; EQUINOX FWD LS GM “S” Tier (800+) lease for 39 mos. at $299 per month plus tax, 12K miles per year, $1000 due at signing to qualified buyers; TRAVERSE LS FWD - “S” Tier (800+) Lease for 39 months at $299 per month plus tax, 12K miles per year, $0 due at signing to qualified buyers. †Prior sales excluded. Artwork for illustration purposes only. Must take delivery by November 30, 2011. Not responsible for typographical errors.

P R E-OW NED SAV INGS

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SA L E P R ICE

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15,999

3 1K

M IL E S

15,999*

#Z2460, O nly 36K M iles..................................

19,999* $ 14,999* $ 25,999* $ 16,499*

#Z2476, 31K M iles........................................

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SA L E P R ICE

19,999

10 BU ICK

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06 CHE V Y COL ORA DO L T CRE W CA B $

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#Z2497......................................................

14,975

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#11785A , 33K M iles......................................

22,999*

08 CHE V Y S IL V E RA DO 1500 E XT CA B $ #Z2410, 4W D , O nly 33K M iles..........................

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13,999*

#Z2402, 37K M iles........................................

03 CHE V Y S IL V E RA DO 1500 RE G CA B $

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#11348A , L ow M iles......................................

08 S A TU RN O U TL O O K

#Z2485, O nly 25K M iles .................................

10 CH E V Y H H R P A N E L #Z2436

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S ta rtin g A t

13,999*

V IS IT U S

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12,999*

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SA L E P R ICE

S ta rtin g A t

11,999*

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19,950 $ 15,985* $ 18,999* $ 6,995*

#Z2526, Touring Edition..................................

08 H O N DA CIV IC E X CP E

#12143A , Sunroof......................................

06 H YU N DA I V E RA CRU Z

#12056A .................................................

04 CHE V Y A V E O 5DR

#Z2501..........................................................

09 H YU N DA I E L A N TRA G L S

#12029A , 35K M iles......................................

#Z2480, L ow

08 CH E V Y A V E O L S

#11872A , 34K M iles......................................

06 CH E V Y M O N TE CA RL O L T

07 CH E V Y E Q U IN O X L S

#11786A , A W D .............................................

07 CH E V Y S U BU RBA N #11041A , L ow

07 CH E V Y M A L IBU L S

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M iles......................................

#Z2422, O nly 36K M iles....................

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19,900* $ 12,888* $ 14,999* $ 17,999*

M iles........................................

#Z2342, 36K M iles........................................

11,999 08 H U M M E R H 3 $ * S ta rtin g A t 25,987 07 FO RD RA N G E R XL T E XT CA B $ 15,987* $

M iles........................................

2008 CH E V Y E XP RE S S P A S S V A N

#Z2464, 49K M iles........................................

#11892A , L ow

16,389* $ 16,899*

M iles......................................

07 CH E V Y IM P A L A

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#11655A , 32K M iles......................................

*Tax & Tags additional. Low APR to qualified customers. See dealer for details. Select vehicles may not be GM Certified. Photos may not represent actual vehicle. Prior use daily rental on select vehicles. Not responsible for typographical errors.

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MERCEDES `92 500 SEL

White with gray leather interior, 17â&#x20AC;? custom chrome wheels, 4 new tires, new breaks front & rear. Full tune-up, oil change & filters done. Body and interior are perfect. Car has all the options. 133,850 miles. Original price: $140,000 new. This is the diplomat version. No rust or dings on this car Garage kept. Sell for $9,500. Call: 570-876-1355 or 570-504-8540 Evenings

MERCEDES-BENZ `95 SL 500 Convertible, with removable hard top, dark Blue, camel interior, Summer Driving Only, Garage Kept. Very Good Condition, No Accidents. Classy Car.

New Price!

$5,000 or trade for SUV or other. 570-388-6669

OLDSMOBILE â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;01 ALERO 4 door. V6. 68K. Sunroof. Power windows & locks. Cruise. Looks & runs well. $4,295. DEALER 570-868-3914

PONTIAC `04 VIBE

White. New manual transmission & clutch. Front wheel drive. 165k highway miles. Great on gas. Good condition, runs well. $4,500 or best offer 570-331-4777

PONTIAC 04 SUNFIRE 2 door. Automatic. 42K. Sunroof. Power windows. AC. Runs & looks great! $5,495. DEALER 570-868-3914

PORSCHE `85 944

Low mileage, 110,000 miles, 5 speed, 2 door, antilock brakes, air conditioning, power windows, power mirrors, AM/FM radio, CD changer, leather interior, rear defroster, tinted windows, custom wheels, $8,000. (570) 817-1803

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412 Autos for Sale

SAAB `06 93

A E R O s p o r t . Leather interior. Heated seats. Sunroof. Good condition. $8,000. Serious inquiries only. Call 570-760-8264

SUBARU `02 FORESTER

L. AWD. Red. $2,850. Hail damage. Runs great. Auto, air, CD, cassette, cruise, tilt. All power. 174K miles. Mechanical inspection welcomed. Call 570-561-9217

SUBURU â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;06 LEGACY GT LIMITED SEDAN

4 door, black, approximately 76,000 miles. 2.5 liter engine, auto. asking $12,000. 570-510-3077

TOYOTA `05 COROLLA-S

68,700 miles. Automatic, power windows, locks, mirrors, air, cruise, keyless entry. Ground effects. $8,900 Negotiable 570-388-2829 or 570-905-4352

TOYOTA `10

Camry SE. 56,000 miles. Red, alloy wheels, black cloth interior. Will consider trade. $14,200 (570) 793-9157

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Motorcycles

BMW ‘07 K1200 GT

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

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442 RVs & Campers

EQUIPMENT/BOBCAT TRAILER

DAELIM 20064,700 150 CCs. 560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

VOLVO `05 S40 T5 AWD, 6 speed manual, power windows & locks, Moonroof. Premium sound with 6 disk changer, heated leather seats, climate control. 98k miles. $8900. (570) 498-0439

415 Autos-Antique & Classic

CHEVROLET `76 PICKUP Very Good Condition! Low miles! $7500. FIRM 570-905-7389 Ask for Lee

CHEVY ‘30 HOTROD COUPE $49,000

FORD ‘76 THUNDERBIRD

All original $12,000

MERCEDES ‘76 450 SL $24,000

MERCEDES ‘29

Kit Car $9,000 (570) 655-4884 hell-of-adeal.com

CHEVY`75 CAMARO 350 V8. Original

owner. Automatic transmission. Rare tuxedo silver / black vinyl top with black naugahyde interior. Never damaged. $6,000. Call 570-489-6937

Chrysler ‘68 New Yorker

Sedan. 440 Engine. Power Steering & brakes. 34,500 original miles. Always garaged. $6,800 (570) 883-4443

FORD `52 COUNTRY SEDAN CUSTOM LINE

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

MAZDA `88 RX-7 CONVERTIBLE

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

MERCEDES 1975

Good interior & interior. Runs great! New tires. Many new parts. Moving, Must Sell. $2,300 or best offer 570-693-3263 Ask for Paul

OLDSMOBILE `68 DELMONT

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

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

OLDSMOBILE ‘53 98 SEDAN 72K original miles.

Rocket V8 motor. Hydromatic transmission. Mechanically sound. Antique tags. Excellent Driver. Must see to appreciate! Asking $7,200 Or best offer. (570) 855-3040

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Commercial Trucks & Equipment

CHEVY `04 DUMP TRUCK

36k miles. 9’6” Boss power angle plow. Hydraulic over electric dump box with sides. Rubber coated box & frame. Very good condition. $22,500 firm. Call 570-840-1838

FORD `90 TRUCK 17’ box. Excellent

running condition. Very Clean. $4,300. Call 570-287-1246

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

HARLEY 2011 HERITAGE SOFTTAIL Black. 1,800 miles.

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

HARLEY ‘73

Rat Rod. 1,000 cc. Must see. Price reduction - $2,300 (570) 510-7231

HARLEY DAVIDSON `03

100th Anniversary Edition Deuce. Garage kept. 1 owner. 1900 miles. Tons of chrome. $38,000 invested. A must see. Asking $18,000. OBO 570-706-6156

HARLEY DAVIDSON `03 NIGHTTRAIN New rear tire. Very

good condition. 23K miles. $8,500. Call 570-510-1429

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

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Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

PACE ‘99 ARROW VISION

Ford V10. Excellent condition. 8,700 miles. 1 slide out. 2 awnings. 2 colored TVs, generator, back up camera, 2 air conditioners, microwave/convection oven, side by side refrigerator with ice maker, washer/dryer, queen size bed. $37,900 negotiable (570) 288-4826 (570) 690-1464

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Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

‘10Approximately JEEP PATRIOT

18,000 miles. Power windows and doors, remote start, heated seats, cruise, MP3 player, 4 WD. $16,500 570-606-5634

UMMINS

Extended Cab. Good Shape. $9,500 negotiable. (570) 954-7461 Eddie Bauer Edition 59,000 miles, 4 door, 3 row seats, V6, all power options, moon roof, video screen $12,999. 570-690-3995 or 570-287-0031

FORD `73 F350

Stake body with heavy duty lift gate. Like new. Garage kept from day 1. 55K original miles. 1 owner. $3,500 OBO. (570) 823-6829

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FORD ‘99 F150 Shortbox. 1 owner. New truck trade! $4,495 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

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

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

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

with beige leather interior. 22” rims. Runs great. $8,500 Call 570-861-0202

CHEVROLET `10 SILVERADO 1500 Extended Cab V71

Package 4x4. Bedliner. V-8. 5.3 Liter. Red. Remote start. Garage kept. 6,300 miles $26,000 (570) 639-2539

CHEVROLET `97 SILVERADO with Western plow. 4WD, Automatic. Loaded with options. Bedliner. 55,000 miles. $9,200. Call (570) 868-6503

CHEVY `99 SILVERADO HONDA ‘84 Auto. V6 Vortec. Standard cab. 8’ bed with liner. Dark XL200R 8,000 original miles, Blue. 98,400 miles.

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

$6,200 or best offer 570-823-8196

KAWASAKI ‘03 KLR 650. Green.

CHEVY ‘10 EQUINOX LT

Excellent condition. 6K Miles. $3,000 (570) 287-0563

Kawasaki` 93 ZX11D NINJA LIKE NEW 8900 Original

miles. Original owner. V@H Exhaust and Computer. New tires. $3,800. 570-574-3584

Moonroof. Alloys. 1 Owner. $23,777

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

FORD 03 RANGER $7,900

UNITED MOTORS ‘08 MATRIX 2 SCOOTER

150cc. Purple & grey in color. 900 miles. Bought brand new. Paid $2,000. Asking $1,600 or best offer. (570) 814-3328 or (570) 825-5133

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AEROLITE

16 FOOT EXPANDABLE TRAVEL TRAILER Mint condition. 2 queen beds. Full bath. A/C. Fridge, stove & microwave. Outside shower & grill. Sleeps 5. New tires. $5,495 neg. 570-883-1324

SUNLINE SOLARIS `91

25’ travel trailer A/C. Bunk beds. New fridge & hot water heater. Excellent condition. $3,900. 570-466-4995

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

FORD ‘04 EXPLORER XLT 4x4. Absolutely

like new! $6,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

HONDA 06 CRV SE Leather & Moonroof. $15,872

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

HONDA ‘09 CRV LX AWD. 1 owner. $18,940

CHEVY ‘95 ASTRO

HYUNDAI ‘06 SANTE FE LTD

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

CHRYSLER 02 TOWN & COUNTRY V6. Like new!

$5,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

DODGE `00 CARGO VAN 1500

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

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

MOTO GUZZI `03

1,100 cc. 1,900 miles. Full dress. Shaft driven. Garage kept. Excellent condition. $6000. Health Problems. Call 570-654-7863

88,500 miles. V6. Automatic. Good Condition. $2,300 (570) 793-6955

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JEEPAuto. 04 LIBERTY V6.

Black Beauty! $6,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

JEEP ‘07 GRAND CHEROKEE

4WD & Alloys. $16,995

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

JEEP 08 COMPASS

Leather. Moonroof. One owner. $14,580

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

JEEP `03 LIBERTY

SPORT. Rare. 5 speed. 23 MPG. 102K highway miles. Silver with black interior. Immaculate condition, inside and out. Garage kept. No rust, maintenance records included. 4wd, all power. $6,900 or best offer, trades will be considered. Call 570-575-0518

MERCURY `07 MARINER One owner. Luxury

4x4. garage kept. Showroom condition, fully loaded, every option 34,000 miles. GREAT DEAL $14,500 (570)825-5847

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

MAZDA 03 MPV VAN V6. CD Player.

1 owner vehicle!! $3,495 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

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

AWD. Good tires. V6. Auto. 149,000 miles. Power everything. Heavy duty tow package. Runs good. Just passed inspection. Kelly Blue Book $2,500. Selling: $1,650 (570) 855-8235

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

FORD 02 F150 Extra Cab. 6

HARLEY DAVIDSON

CADILLAC `99 ‘03 Dyna Wide Glide ESCALADE Excellent condition 97k miles. Black

Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

DODGE ‘97 2500 4X4, C

FORD `04 EXPLORER

Brand new 2010 tandem axle, 4 wheel electric brakes, 20’ long total, 7 x 16 wood deck, fold up ramps with knees, removable fenders for oversized loads, powder coat paint for rust protection, 2 5/16 hitch coupler, tongue jack, side pockets, brake away switch, battery, 7 pole RV plugs, title & more!! Priced for quick sale. $2,595 386-334-7448 Wilkes-Barre

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MITSUBISHI `08 RAIDER V

ERY GOOD CONDITION!

29,500 miles. 24X4 drive option, 4 door crew cab, sharp silver color with chrome step runners, premium rims, good tires, bedliner, V-6, 3.7 liter. Purchased at $26,900. Asking $16,500 (570) 545-6057

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 4,800 miles. 10 year, 100,000 mile warranty. $23,500. Willing to negotiate. Serious inquires only - must sell, going to law school. (570) 793-6844

MITSUBISHI ‘05 ENDEAVOR LS

4WD. One owner. $12,850

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

NISSAN `04 PATHFINDER ARMADA Excellent condition.

Too many options to list. Runs & looks excellent. $13,995 570-655-6132 or 570-466-8824

NISSAN `10 ROGUE SL AWD. Gray. Sunroof. Bose stereo system. Black, heated leather seats. Sunroof 6,000 miles. $24,000 (570) 696-2777

NISSAN ‘08 ROGUE S AWD. Auto $17,990

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

RANGE ROVER ‘07 SPORT

Supercharged 59,000 miles, fully loaded. Impeccable service record. $36,000 570-283-1130

SUZUKI `03 XL-7

85K. 4x4. Auto. Nice, clean interior. Runs good. New battery & brakes. All power. CD. $6,800 570-762-8034 570-696-5444

VOLVO `08 XC90

Fully loaded, moon roof, leather, heated seats, electric locks, excellent condition. New tires, new brakes and rotors. 52,000 miles highway $26,500/ best offer. 570-779-4325 570-417-2010 till 5

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Air Conditioners

AIR CONDITIONER $30. 570-779-1215

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Antiques & Collectibles

$ ANTIQUES BUYING $

Old Toys, model kits, Bikes, dolls, guns, Mining Items, trains & Musical Instruments, Hess. 474-9544 NAUTICAL themed decoration, 15 large wooden sailing ship models, 6 medium /small ship models, model sea birds, sailor figures, assortment of lightboxes, paintings, plaques, large boat shaped coffee table with oars 4.5’x 2’w, wooden steering wheel, wooden steering wheel with gauges, standing boat shaped shelving unit, 5’tlx18”w, . 1 captain statue, ship floats & more. $200. 823-7957 TRADING CARDS. Star Wars series 1, 42 $3. Series 2, 25 $2. Series 3 & 4, sets of 66 $4. each; Series 4, 230 $8. Series 5, 7 cards & 1 sticker $1. Stickers, series 3 & 4, sets of 11, $1.50 each. Series 4 error card #207 $8. The Black Hole, set of 88 & 22 stickers, $50. Star Trek, set of 88, $5. The Hulk, set of 88 & set of 22 stickers $5.50. Superman, 40 $2.50. Evel Knievel, set of 60 $5.; 108. $6. Set of 22 stickers $2. set of 21 stickers (#22) missing $1.50. Desert Storm, series 1 & 2, sets of 88 $4. each. Series 3, 32 . $2. Series 1, 208. $8. 52 stickers $3.00. Close Encounters Of The Third Kind. set of 66 cards $4. 177 $7. set of 11 stickers $1. 570-654-1622 WALL MIRRORS 4 antique wall mirrors. Must take all. $100. 570-779-1342

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Antiques & Collectibles

YEARBOOKS: Coughlin H.S. 26, 28, 32, 34, 43-44, 46, 49, 51-55, 61, 62, 63, 67, 86-88, 94; GAR H.S. 34-37, 42-47, 55-56, 61, 72-73, 80, 84, 05, 06, Meyers H.S.: 60, 74-77, Wyoming Valley West H.S. 6869, 71, 73, 78, 84, 85, 86, 87, 88, 90, 93; Old Forge H.S. 66, 72, 74; Kingston H.S. 38-45, 49, 64; Plymouth H.S. 2933, 35, 37, 38-39, 46-48, 53-55, Hanover H.S. 5152, 54; Berwick H.S. 52-53, 56-58, 60, 67, 68-69; Lehman H.S. 55, 73-76, 78, 80; Westmoreland H.S. 52-54; Nanticoke Area H.S. 76; Luzerne H.S. 51-52, 56-57; West Pittston H.S. Annual 26-28, 31-32, 54, 59-60, 66; Bishop Hoban H.S. 72-75, 80, 81; West Side Central Catholic H.S. 65, 7176, 80, 81, 84; Pittston H.S. 63; St. Mary’s H.S. 29; Northwest H.S. 73, 76, 77, 78; Lake Lehman H.S. 74, 76, 78 Marymount H.S. 61, 62, 63, 64 Call 570-825-4721

710

Appliances

APPLIANCE PA RT S E T C .

Used appliances. Parts for all brands. 223 George Ave. Wilkes-Barre 570-820-8162 DISHWASHER, Maytag under counter, 4 cycles, energy saver $75. 570-287-4244 HESS trucks in boxes, 1998 $22. 2000 $20. 2010 $25. 1 wall clock, key wound, works but stops $75. 570-735-1589 MICROWAVE OVEN 1 white GE Monogram Spacemaker under cabinet JVM152H. Purchased 1990, good, clean condition. Includes mounting bracket & manual. $50. 570-825-6900 MICROWAVE, Litton $15. Call 570-825-9744 REFRIGERATOR almost new Frigidaire, white 29 1/2” W, freezer on top, pickup in Exeter, $275. 570-362-2766

RETIRED REPAIRMAN Top loading

Whirlpool & Kenmore Washers, Gas & Electric Dryers. 570-833-2965 570-460-0658 WASHER & DRYER Maytag $350. Small chest freezer $75. 570-328-4913 WASHER & DRYER new, white, electric, used only several times. moving mist sell $400 cash for both. 466-8314 WASHER & electric dryer, Kenmore apartment style stacked $125. 570-239-6586 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

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Baby Items

BABY WALKER Safety 1st Disney music & lights, $25. Graco infant car seat, holds infant 530 pounds 2 bases. $40. 570-735-6527 CHILD CARRIER Kelty Kids FC 3.0 blue for on and off trail. like new! $150 570-333-0470 INFANT CARRIER Kelty Kids Wallaby blue, new $25. 570-288-7905

716

Building Materials

BATHTUB wall surround with bath $200. 696-3368

FLOOD CONTROL

USED CONCRETE BARRIERS FOR SALE Available for pick up in Clarks Summit 12’x52” $10/l.f. 12’x34” $8/l.f. 20’x34” $12/l.f. Delivery Available @ $100 per hour. Grabber Rental Fee $400 570-586-2145

LIGHTS emergency power failure light, 2 lights on each unit, hang & plug in $39. each. 570-636-3151 PATIO DOOR. Sliding. Includes screen and storm door. Complete with frame and hardware. Very good condition. Both units. $300 570-868-6505

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Building Materials

STEEL BUILDINGS

Reduced Factory Inventory 36x58 – Reg $20,300 Now $16,930 48x96 – Reg $42,400 Now $36,200 570-504-1560 Source# 063

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Cemetery Plots/Lots

MEMORIAL SHRINE CEMETERY 6 Plots Available

May be Separated Rose Lawn Section $450 each 570-654-1596

MEMORIAL SHRINE

LOTS FOR SALE 6 lots available at Memorial Shrine Cemetery. $2,400. Call 717-774-1520 SERIOUS INQUIRES ONLY

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Clothing

BOYS CLOTHES size large & XL, mostly name brands, 30 items $30. Boys winter coats size LG name brands $10. each. all for $25.237-1583 SWEATERS Storybook (Home Shopping) 1x, 2x $25. each. 570-417-3940

730

Computer Equipment & Software

FOR SALE: APPLE MAC loaded with photo

and editing software. Adobe Illustrator CS2/Adobe Photoshop CS2/ Final Cut Pro HD/ Dreamweaver 8/ $500. 570-814-5626

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Exercise Equipment

BICYCLE: Miami Sun 3-wheel, great condition $225. 570-239-6586 EXERCISE EQUIPM E N T: P i l a t e s Bench with arm attachments & dvd $125; Mini trampoline $20; Various Exercise tapes & small equipment $5$10; Stationary bike, older, free! Call 570-817-7254 STEPPER: TunTuri, Digital readout and instruction book. Excellent condition. $20. 570-696-1703

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Furniture & Accessories

ENTERTAINMENT center, 3 pieces, 2 end pieces are 24” W, center piece 43” W, 6’ 3”T, 90% oak, very good condition, paid $1000 sell $350. 542-4666

FURNISH FOR LESS

* NELSON * * FURNITURE * * WAREHOUSE * Recliners from $299 Lift Chairs from $699 New and Used Living Room Dinettes, Bedroom 210 Division St Kingston Call 570-288-3607 KITCHEN TABLE round glass, 2 wooden chairs $100. Wooden desk & shelves $75. Living room end table $25. 570-417-3940 LAMPS (2) parlor stand up, grey metal & black. $25 each. 570-740-1246

ANTIQUES: bookcase desk $2,100. Victorian wicker $100. Oak dining table $375. Pine 3 drawer chest $90. Bamboo book shelf $85. Step end table $65. Limoges china bowl $100. Other items, oak 5 shelf wardrobe $175. Small pine table $75. Fabric 5 panel screen $155. 570-675-0586 BATHROOM STAND small, white 2 shelves, bottom drawer $25. Broyhill solid oak coffee table, glass top, matching end table $50. Solid oak entertainment center $150. Small, country style table with painted amish figures on top $25. 570-474-1648 BEDROOM SUITE, Contemporary, walnut color, full size bed, dresser, chest of drawers, 2 night stands. $500. 570-328-4913

DINING ROOM SET antique Jade, Table, 6 chairs, china cabinet, server $395. Maple bed & matching dresser with mirror $175. Maple platform rocker $25. Maple microwave server/ stand $45. Maple desk $45. Coffee table, dark wood, ) $45. 2 end tables, dark wood $45. Maple dresser with mirror $75. Beige large lamp $35. Sewing Cabinet $25. Telephone bench $20. Brass floor lamp $45. Small metal desk & chair $25. 570-587-3795 570-457-2832. DINING room table, Oblong, excellent condition 4 chairs, leaf extension $200. 570-696-3988 ENTERTAINMENT CENTER Parker House, solid oak 58”w, 50”h, 21”d, 32” RCA TV and Panasonic stereo system. $400 or best offer for all. 570-262-3967

WEST NANTICOKE HEIGHTS

Mattress Guy

WEST WYOMING

MATTRESS SALE We Beat All Competitors Prices! Twin sets: $159 Full sets: $179 Queen sets: $199 All New American Made 570-288-1898 SOFA gold, 2 years old, excellent condition $135. 5 x 7 area rug, flower pattern $30. 570-287-7379 SOFA, Broyhill, Floral. Like new. $190. 570-740-1392 STOOLS: 24” black wooden ladderback natural seat from JCPenney - sold as set of 3 $75. 570-333-0470

FLEA MARKET 6th Street

OPEN SPACE YEAR ROUND

AVAILABLE INSIDE & OUT ACRES OF PARKING OUTSIDE SPACES - $10 INSIDE SPACES $60 AND UP (MONTHLY)

Saturday 10am-2pm Sunday 8am-4pm

WYOMING

TABLE, formica top, 5 chairs good condition. circa ‘50’s $50. 570-388-6863 WALL UNIT 3 sections, $100. 570-287-0183 WASHER Whirlpool duet front load 7 years old, not working Model GHW9 100LW1 $50. 570-696-5610 WING CHAIR beautiful $30. 570-779-1215

746 Garage Sales/ Estate Sales/ Flea Markets

DICKSON CITY

358 Main Street Saturday & Sunday 9am - 6pm Entire contents of large home. Basement, patio & back yard. Antiques, vintage, retro, collectibles & modern. Furniture, China, Crystal. Pictures, lighting & jewelry. Small appliances. Cookwear, flatware, kitchen utensils. Bedding, curtains, draperies & seasonal items. Clothing with tags and petite - small to 1 x. Linens & much more!

EDWARDSVILLE Vendor & Craft Market

30 NINTH STREET Saturday Nov 5th 9:00am - 3:00pm Sunday Nov 6th 1:00pm - 3:30pm Mahogany china closet & server, Oak pedestal, china/curio with glass sides, Mahogany dining table & chairs as is. Pierced wood frame sofa, large armoire, bookshelf with cast iron legs, upholstered chairs, Hale hutch, trunk, 2 wood frame twin beds, gentleman’s chest of drawers & others, cherry dresser with mirror & others, pineapple bed & others, nightstands, parlor tables, drum top styled tables, vanity with mirror, slipper rockers & other wooden chairs, 1950’s pink & white chrome table top, some Vintage clothes & linens. Costume jewelry. Some older Christmas & toys including wicker doll carriage, scads of old paperbacks, religious items, prints, candlestick & wooden wall telephone parts, Cattaraugus knife, washer & dryer, kitchen & glassware, video & audio cassettes, exercise bench, room air conditioners, shelf units, flat screen TV, pick up truck tool box, Toro snow mover, vise, & a whole lot more!!!!

681 Main Street Vendors wanted & space available for crafts. Open every day but Monday. 570-417-1269 570-855-2703

WYOMING

HARDING 448 West Third St. Sunday, NOV. 6 9am-1pm Furniture, clothing & household items.

DEN FURNITURE, Sofa, 3 Tables, Ottoman, Chair, $400. Rocker, $100. 570-675-5046 after 6 p.m. DINING room Dining room table with top pad & 6 padded chairs $50; jumping horse $20; desk & chair $30.868-6732

720 Star Hill Road Sat., Nov. 5th, 9-3 Sun., Nov. 6th, 10-2 Household items, hunting gear, small antiques, small patio set, Christmas decorations. Lots of Great Stuff!

AFFORDABLE

Furnaces & Heaters

Furniture & Accessories

HARVEYS LAKE

16 Lamoreaux St Sat., & Sun. 9am-3pm A little bit of everything for everybody

STOVE vintage coal Frigidaire $299. 570-696-3368

744

746 Garage Sales/ Estate Sales/ Flea Markets

655 Sutton Creek Road Bishops Tree Farm Saturday & Sunday Nov. 5 & 6 9am - 4pm Super indoor yard sale. Dishes, glassware, furniture, antiques, knick knacks, trunks, bed frames, doors, exercise equipment, toys, games, baskets, appliances, lots of Christmas items , and more! Lots of new items. DON’T SEE IT? ASK. IT IS PROBABLY HERE!

796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise

752 Landscaping & Gardening Patrick & Deb’s Lawn Care See our ad under Call An Expert 1162 Landscape & Garden

754

Machinery & Equipment

SNOW BLOWER Lawn Boy, 3 HP, reconditioned, EZ to start. $125. MTF snow blower 4.5 HP, electric start, new rubber on the blades$145. 570-239-6586

796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise

570-735-1487 WE PAY THE MOST IN CASH

BUYING 11am to 11pm

39 Prospect St • Nanticoke

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SLT ....................... 24,733 Acura...........RDX ................ 4WD 4dr .................................................... 58,160 Honda..........Accord............ 4dr V6 Auto EX-L PZEV.............................. 26,571 Chrysler.......T & C .............. 4dr Wgn Touring........................................ 28,353 Honda..........Accord............ 4dr I4 Auto LX-P ........................................ 16,183 Toyota..........Prius ............... 5dr HB I...................................................... 15,618 Acura...........TL ................... 4dr Sdn Auto ............................................. 32,059 Toyota..........4Runner ......... 4WD 4dr V6 SR5 ....................................... 67,425 Mitsubishi...OutlanderSport AWD 4dr CVT SE....................................... 12,256 Hyundai.......Sonata............ 4dr Sdn 2.4L Auto Ltd................................ 13,188 Subaru.........Impreza Sedan 4dr Man WRX w/Premium Pkg ................. 21,587 Toyota..........Camry Hybrid 4dr Sdn ...................................................... 20,043 Acura...........TL ................... 4dr Sdn Auto ............................................. 16,610 Honda..........Accord............ 4dr V6 Auto EX-L ....................................... 23,847 Honda..........Accord............ 4dr V6 Auto EX-L ....................................... 19,647 Acura...........TL ................... 4dr Sdn Auto ............................................. 13,333 Acura...........TL ................... 4dr Sdn Auto ............................................. 38,190 Nissan..........Titan............... 4WD King Cab SWB SE ............................ 47,507 Jeep .............Liberty............ 4WD 4dr Limited ....................................... 32,542 Honda..........Accord............ 4dr V6 Auto EX-L w/Navi .......................... 28,554 Honda..........CR-V ............... 4WD 5dr EX............................................... 30,471 Toyota..........RAV4 .............. 4WD 4dr V6 5-Spd AT ............................... 34,788 Acura...........TL ................... 4dr Sdn AT Navigation .............................. 19,116 Acura...........TL ................... 4dr Sdn AT Navigation .............................. 32,886 Acura...........TSX ................ 4dr Sdn Auto ............................................. 30,709 Subaru.........Forester.......... 4dr Auto 2.5X Premium ............................. 26,656 Acura...........TSX ................ 4dr Sdn Auto ............................................. 26,950 Chevrolet ....Silverado 1500 4WD Ext Cab 134.0â&#x20AC;? LT w/1LT.................. 39,002 Toyota..........4Runner ......... 4WD 4dr V6 SR5 ....................................... 32,000 Subaru.........Forester.......... 4dr Auto 2.5X Limited PZEV ...................... 14,935 Acura...........TSX ................ 4dr Sdn Auto ............................................. 26,451 Dodge..........GrandCaravan 4dr Wgn Crew ........................................... 17,737 Jeep .............Wrangler........ 4WD 4dr Unlimited Sahara....................... 28,006 Dodge..........Ram 1500....... 4WD Quad Cab 160.5â&#x20AC;? SLT ....................... 31,323 Acura...........RDX ................ AWD 4dr Tech Pkg .................................... 52,582 Subaru.........Legacy............ 4dr Sdn H4 Auto Limited Pwr Moon ......... 8,680 Acura...........TSX ................ ................................................................... 44,570 Dodge..........GrandCaravan 4dr Wgn Crew ........................................... 18,674 Honda..........Odyssey ......... 5dr EX ........................................................ 24,482 Acura...........TSX ................ 4dr Sdn Auto ............................................. 16,342 Acura...........TSX ................ 4dr Sdn I4 Auto ......................................... 32,557 Dodge..........GrandCaravan 4dr Wgn Crew ........................................... 14,069 Chrysler.......T & C .............. 4dr Wgn Touring........................................ 8,231 Mazda..........CX-9 ............... AWD 4dr Grand Touring............................ 32,766 Toyota..........RAV4 .............. 4WD 4dr V6 5-Spd AT Ltd ......................... 27,719 Cadillac........STS................. 4dr Sdn V6 RWD w/1SA ........................... 25,988 Toyota..........Sequoia.......... 4WD 4dr SR5............................................. 29,340 Buick............Enclave .......... AWD 4dr CXL ............................................ 60,972 Acura...........RDX ................ AWD 4dr.................................................... 27,642 Lexus ...........ES 350 ............ 4dr Sdn ...................................................... 29,985 Lexus ...........ES 350 ............ 4dr Sdn ...................................................... 40,121 Acura...........TSX ................ 4dr Sdn I4 Auto ......................................... 8,265 Lexus ...........IS 250 ............. 4dr Sport Sdn Auto AWD.......................... 33,557 Acura...........RDX ................ 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AWD 4dr SLE-1 ......................................... 15,400 Jeep .............GrandChero... ................................................................... 26,222 Honda..........Pilot ................ 4WD 4dr EX-L............................................ 25,186 Jeep .............GrandChero... 4WD 4dr Laredo ........................................ 17,509 Jeep .............GrandChero... ................................................................... 17,509 Lexus ...........IS 250 ............. 4dr Sport Sdn Auto AWD.......................... 29,885 Acura...........MDX ............... 4WD 4dr .................................................... 42,930 Jeep .............GrandChero... 4WD 4dr Laredo ........................................ 19,739 Acura...........TSX ................ 4dr Sdn I4 Auto ......................................... 13,247 Ford..............F-150............... 4WD SuperCrew 150â&#x20AC;? Lariat .................... 43,586 Jeep .............GrandChero... 4WD 4dr Laredo ........................................ 21,948 MB................C-Class ........... 4dr Sdn 3.0L Sport 4MATIC....................... 24,606 Jeep .............GrandChero... 4WD 4dr Laredo ........................................ 28,054 Jeep .............GrandChero... 4WD 4dr Laredo ........................................ 28,054 Jeep .............Commander .. 4WD 4dr Limited ....................................... 26,882 Lexus ...........RX 350............ AWD 4dr.................................................... 37,630 Lexus ...........IS 250 ............. 4dr Sport Sdn Auto AWD.......................... 35,896 Lexus ...........IS 250 ............. 4dr Sport Sdn Auto AWD.......................... 36,687 Lexus ...........RX 350............ AWD 4dr.................................................... 36,589 Lexus ...........GX 470 ........... 4dr SUV 4WD ............................................ 60,526 InďŹ niti ..........FX35 ............... AWD 4dr.................................................... 34,194 Acura...........TL ................... 4dr Sdn 2WD............................................. 21,490 MB................C-Class ........... 4dr Sdn 3.0L Luxury 4MATIC..................... 23,712 Jeep .............GrandChero... ................................................................... 21,948 Acura...........TL ................... 4dr Sdn 2WD............................................. 8,733 Acura...........MDX ............... AWD 4dr.................................................... 30,175 MB................C-Class ........... 4dr Sdn 3.0L Sport 4MATIC....................... 20,251 InďŹ niti ..........FX35 ............... AWD 4dr.................................................... 31,361 Acura...........MDX ............... AWD 4dr.................................................... 28,828 Acura...........MDX ............... AWD 4dr.................................................... 31,783 Lexus ...........RX 350............ AWD 4dr.................................................... 36,074 Lexus ...........RX 350............ AWD 4dr.................................................... 35,349 MB................C-Class ........... 4dr Sdn 3.0L Sport 4MATIC....................... 25,754 Chevrolet ....Tahoe ............. 4WD 4dr 1500 LT....................................... 34,355 Honda..........Odyssey ......... 5dr EX-L ..................................................... 14,405 Jeep .............GrandChero... 4WD 4dr SRT-8.......................................... 21,180 Jeep .............GrandChero... 4WD 4dr Limited ....................................... 19,279 Jaguar .........XF ................... 4dr Sdn Supercharged............................... 19,607 GMC.............Yukon Hybrid 4WD 4dr .................................................... 20,945 Lexus ...........LX 570 ............ 4WD 4dr .................................................... 36,420 MB................S-Class ........... 4dr Sdn 5.5L V8 4MATIC ........................... 9,400

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2012 Hon d a

2012 H on d a

CIV IC L X

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

***LEAS E 3 6 M ONTHS THROUG H AHFC . $0 DOW N. 1S T PAY M ENT AND TAG S DUE AT DELIV ERY . RES IDUAL $12,23 7.75

209/ 209/M OO.***.***

A CCO RD L X

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

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

**LEAS E 3 6 M ONTHS THROUG H AHFC . $0 DOW N. 1S T PAY M ENT AND TAG S DUE AT DELIV ERY . RES IDUAL $13 ,540.50

$0 DO W N

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G AS M ILEAG E 17 CITY/24 HW Y

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2012 H on d a

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2011 Hon d a

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• M odel#RE4H3B32 • 180-hp,DO HC i-V TEC ® 4-cylinder engine • 5-speed autom atic transm ission • RealTim eTM 4W D system • V ehicle Stability A ssistTM (V SA ® ) w ith traction control• A nti-lock braking system (A BS) • Dual-stage, m ultiple-threshold front airbags (SR5) • Front side airbags w ith passengerside O ccupant Position Detection System (O PDS) • Side curtain airbags w ith rollover sensor • C D Player • Pow er W indow s/Locks/M irrors • A /C

2239/ 39/M OO.*.*

*LEAS E 3 6 M ONTHS , 3 6K THROUG H AHFC . $0 DOW N. 1S T PAY M ENT AND TAG S DUE AT DELIV ERY . RES IDUAL $14,612.55

****LEAS E 3 6 M ONTHS THROUG H AHFC . $0 DOW N. 1S T PAY M ENT AND TAG S DUE AT DELIV ERY . RES IDUAL $18,219.20

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$7,250

03 TO Y O TA C A M RY XLE SD N

G ray,83K M iles,W as $11,950 N ow

$9,950

03 DO DG E DA KO TA C LUB C A B SXT 4X4 G ray,56K M iles

$11,950

N ow

08 PO N TIA C G 6 SD N

B lack,41K M iles,W as $13,950 N ow

$13,500

09 H Y U N D A I SO N A TA G LS SD N

$14,500

G ray,79K M iles

N ow

$9,950

IN S IGHT HYBRID

10 INSIG HT EX B lue,21K M iles...........................NO W $17,950 10 INSIG HT EX G ray,22K...................................NO W $18,950

S ilver,61K,W as $17,950

N ow

$16,950

07 M A ZDA C X-7 TO URING A W D B lack,58K M iles

N ow

$17,950

EL EM EN T 4W D

07 ELEM ENT EX R ed,67K M iles.........................NO W $14,950 08 ELEM ENT LX R ed,68K M iles.........................NO W $15,750 08 ELEM ENT LX S ilver,56K...............................NO W $16,500

S ilve,38K M iles

$16,950

10 TO Y O TA C A M RY LE SDN G old,28K M iles

N ow

$16,950

08 JEEP LIBERTY SPO RT 4W D B lack,20K M iles

N ow

$18,500

03 HO NDA A C C O RD EXL V 6 SDN

06 C HEV Y TRA ILBLA ZER 4W D

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EX SD N W hite,41K,5 S peed...................N O W LX C PE N avy,30K................................N O W EXL SD N G ray,34K............................N O W LX SD N R ed,21K................................N O W LX SD N S ilver,17K.............................N O W LXS SD N S ilver,16K...........................N O W EX SD N B lue,22K................................N O W

$15,950 $16,350 $16,750 $16,750 $17,500 $17,750 $17,950

PIL OT 4W D

$12,950

08 PILO T V P B lack,44K........................................NO W $20,750 09 PILO T EXL S ilver,29K.....................................NO W $28,950 09 PILO T TO URING NA V I,DV D C herry,38K......NO W $30,750

08 D O D G E G R A N D C A R A V A N SXT

G old,73K M iles,W as $13,500 N ow

$13,950

Khaki,60K M iles

N ow

ACCORDS

2.9%

G ray,34K M iles

N ow

60 m os

07 A C C O RD SE SDN G ray,61K.....................................NO W $13,50 06 A C C O RD LX SDN G old,37K.................................NO W $13,950 06 A C C O RD EXL V 6 SDN G old,56K.....................NO W $13,950 07 A C C O RD EX SDN G ray,51K..................................NO W $16,750 09 A C C O RD LXP SDN B urgandy,26K..............................NO W $17,950 10 A C C O RD LX SDN S ilver,28K................................NO W $17,950 09 A C C O RD EX SDN S ilver,35K................................NO W $17,950 09 A C C O RD LX SDN R ed,13K..................................NO W $17,950 08 A C C O RD EX SDN S ilver,42K................................NO W $17,950 10 A C C O RD LX SDN W hite,19K................................NO W $19,500 09 A C C O RD EX SDN G reen,21K...............................NO W $19,950 09 A C C O RD EX SDN B lack,19K................................NO W $19,950 09 A C C O RD EXL SDN R ed,21K...............................NO W $20,750 10 A C C O RD EXL SDN W hite,25K............................NO W $21,750

O DYS S EY 09 O DY SSEY LX M oss,25K..............................NO W $22,500

$16,750

07 FO RD EXPLO RER BA UER 4W D 62K M iles,B row n

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07 C RV 06 C RV 07 C RV 08 C RV 08 C RV 09 C RV 08 C RV

CRV 4W D

LX G reen,70K............................................NO W EX M oss,32K............................................NO W EXL G old,78K...........................................NO W LX B lue,43K..............................................NO W LX G reen,27K............................................NO W LX G reen,34K............................................NO W EXL R ed,63K............................................NO W

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G ray,48K M iles

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N ow

$16,950

08 SUBA RU LEG A C Y 2.5I Tan,28K M iles

G reen,30K M iles

$17,500

$16,750

07 SU BA R U IM PR EZA A W D

08 JEEP LIBERTY SPO RT 4W D N ow

$14,500

08 NISSA N Q UEST “S”

G old,62K M iles

N ow

$13,500

09 TO Y O TA C O RO LLA LE SDN

06 INFINITI G 35 A W D SDN

1.9%

$11,500

07 JEEP C O M PA SS LTD A W D

W hite,79K M iles

N ow

B lue,46K M iles

N ow

02 HO NDA C RV EX

$10,500

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$8,950

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S ilver,98K M iles N ow

09 SU BA R U IM PR EZA A W D

09 TO Y O TA M A TRIX SXR

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$7,950

S ilver,61K,W as $13,750

08 C IV IC 09 C IV IC 08 C IV IC 08 C H EV Y S-10 Q U A D C A B 4X4 09 C IV IC P ew ter,55K M iles 10 C IV IC N ow $13, 750 10 C IV IC 09 C IV IC

$16,750

07 C H EV Y C O BA LT

S age,74K M iles

$11,950

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60 M O S.

00 TO Y O TA C A M RY LE SD N

W hite,72K,W as $14,500

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C CAL AL LL :1-800-N :1-800-NEE X XTH TH O ON NDD A A

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05 FO RD EXPLO RER BA UER 4X4

08 N ISSA N A LTIM A “S” SD N

07 DO DG E RA M 1500 Q UA D SLT 4X4

36 M O S.

$7,950

02 TO Y O TA C A M RY LE SEDA N

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

$16,950

B ronze,54K M iles

N ow

36 m os

N ow

A CCO R D S ..9% ..9% 9% 9%

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02 BU IC K C EN TU RY SED A N

B row n,40K M iles

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C EE N NT T EE R R

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$17,950

Y O UR N IC E 08 TO Y O TA TA C O M A TR A D E C LUB C A B TRD 4X4 D isclosure:1.9% - 36 m os,2.9% - 60 m os thru A .H .F.C .W -A -C on C ertified A ccords.C ertified H onda’s have 1yr - 12k B asic W arranty.B alance of 7yr - 100K P ow ertrain W arranty from in-service date. H ER E $24,500 ( (5 57 70 0) )3 34 411 -11 4 40 00 0 • • 11 -8 80 00 0-8 82 22 2-2 211 11 0 0 1 1 1 0 W Y O M I N G A V E . • S C R A N T O N , PA 1 8509 N avy,46K M iles,W as $26,500

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SAWMILLS: from only $3997, make money & save money with your own bandmill - cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD. www.NorwoodSawMills.com/ 300N. Ext 300N 1-800-578-1363 SNOW THROWER MTD 21” single stage, excellent condition $175. call 570-693-2129

756

Medical Equipment

POWERCHAIR/ Invacare Pronto M51. Excellent condition, used only two months, leather seat depth and width 18” $600. 570-655-6588 SCOOTER/Pride Rivo, blue, excellent condition, used once, vehicle lift attachment included. Front and rear baskets, battery included. $1,800. Call 570-885-1960 WHEELCHAIR Electric, Jazzy 1107, excellent condition, needs new battery. Please call for details. $1,000. OBO 570-690-3478

758 Miscellaneous ACTIVITY TABLE Nilo multi-use with removable mat $50 Candy Molds, assorted, 30+., some new. $18. 570-287-4531

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

570-574-1275 ANTIQUE SHOWCASE 141”Lx24”W. Broken glass on one end, top but still nice. All the glass in front & shelving is good. Need to move it soon. FREE. 570-408-5173 BEDLINER: 89 Chevy S10 truck bedliner, standard 6’ cab $25. battery charger 6/12 volt, 2/6 amp, new $30. Chevy small block headers with gaskets $20 each. Large frameless mirror 36”x42” $50. 570-740-1246 Boy’s 20” dirt bike Redline, $35. Tech Deck skateboards and ramps, over 25 pieces $20. 570-237-1583 CANES & WALKING STICKS over 30 available. $4- $5 each. CHRISTMAS ITEMS & HOUSEHOLD ITEMS over 200 available, includes Christmas lights, trees, ornaments, flowers, vases, lamps, baskets, nic nacs also 4 piece luggage. Samsonite belt massager. All for $65 570-735-2081. CHRISTMAS ITEMS quality gifts ideal for your Christmas fair or holiday bazaar. valued over $400. yours for $100. 8233030 ask for Bob Sr. 9:30am until 9pm CLOTHING men’s large & x-large, boys size 8 navy blue suit, boys 18 size 18 tan suit, red lace formal dress size 2, glassware 1/2 off, novels, German text books, baskets. 822-5560 COMFORTER queen size, set of sheets, brown/beige $25. 570-417-3940

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The Times Leader will accept ads for used private party merchandise only for items totaling $1,000 or less. All items must be priced and state how many of each item. Your name address, email and phone number must be included. No ads for ticket sales accepted. Pet ads accepted if FREE ad must state FREE. One Submission per month per household. You may place your ad online at timesleader.com, or email to classifieds@ timesleader.com or fax to 570-831-7312 or mail to Classified Free Ads: 15 N. Main Street, WilkesBarre, PA. Sorry no phone calls. GAME TABLE: half moon, mahagony, lid spins open to reveal full game table. Hotel sterling bridge tallies still in side! $475. 570.406.4092 GIFT SAMPLES: multi-line gift rep samples, popular gift, baby, stationary and textile samples. 288-4795 GRILL. Charcoal, Blackbarrel type. Top lifts, 24x35 grill space. $20. 570-333-4827

758 Miscellaneous MAILBOX Lake Lehman airbrushed mailbox. $60. 570-477-1269 SNOW PLOW for cars/vans Solotec $150. Rice Cooker 16 cup $3. Ice skates ladies size 6 $5. Jazz sneakers size 6.5 $5. 570-696-3368 STEAM CLEANER/ FLOOR, brand new in box $75. 570-740-1392 WARMER Creators brand, inside slide doors front & back, 2 racks, $750. 570-636-3151

762

Musical Instruments

ORGAN Wurlizer 500 series with bench, needs minor tuneup. $350 OBO. 570-417-6597 PIANO: Console near mint condition with matching bench, just tuned. $500. 474-6362

766

Office Equipment

OFFICE EQUIPMENT. 4 desks with returns, $50 each. Copier, $50, file cabinets, 4 drawer, $20, paper cutter, $10, Desk chairs, $10. 570-690-3840 before 6PM PRINTER Lexmark X5100 all-in-one printer/scanner/copi er. Uses b&w & color cartridges. $20. 675-4237

796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise BUYING COINS, gold, silver & all coins, stamps, paper money, entire collections worth $5,000 or more. Travel to your home CASH paid. Marc 1-800-488-4175

The Video Game Store 28 S. Main W.B. Open Mon- Sat, 12pm – 6pm 570-822-9929 / 570-941-9908

$$ CASH PAID $$ VIDEO GAMES & SYSTEMS Highest $$ Paid

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1150 S. Main Scranton Mon - Sat, 12pm – 6pm 570-822-9929

VITO’S & GINO’S Wanted: Junk Cars & Trucks Highest Prices Paid!!

776 Sporting Goods BIKES. Girls, 15 speed 26” All-terrain, Boys, 18 speed 26” Multi-terrain Stone Mtn. Bike. $65. for both. 570-333-4827

FREE PICKUP

288-8995

WANTED JEWELRY

NORDIC TRACK CX 1055 lift compatinle with incline ramp, 19 workout programs, HR monitor, 18” stride, hardly used. paid over $1000 sell for $499. OBO. 570-417-6597 RECUMBENT BIKE 1 Fitness Quest EDGE Model 491pr programmable. Purchased 2002. Very good condition. Includes manual $75. 570-825-6900

778

Stereos/ Accessories

SUBWOOFERS: 2 12” JL audio with sub box and Pioneer 500 mono power amp paid $250 or best offer. 6 months old. 570-825-6318

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786 Toys & Games GAME TABLE: Harvard Standing game table 8 games in all. 50L x 30W x 32H $125. 696-3988 HESS TRUCKS set of Hess trucks from 1990-2008 $450. + 11 extras at $20. each. In boxes never opened. 570 825 3688 HOCKEY TABLE. Sportcraft. Purchased at Dick’s. Great condition. $90 570-457-8243

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800 PETS & ANIMALS 810

Cats

CATS & KITTENS 12 weeks & up.

All shots, neutered, tested,microchipped

VALLEY CAT RESCUE

824-4172, 9-9 only CATS (2) free 1 female, 1 male, neutered. About 4/5 months, litter trained, likes dogs. 570-829-4930

TV TEDDY 6 videos $18. 570-696-3368

CATS: 2 long haired 1 with red. Must stay indoors, adopt seperately. 851-0436

788

KITTENS. Free to good home 6 weeks old, litter trained. 570-735-2243

Stereo/TV/ Electronics

GPS: Garmin Model #200W, 4x3” screen. Few years old. Complete with auto charger & suction mount. $40. 570-825-3784

790

Swimming Pools/Hot Tubs

HOT TUB / SPA

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792

Video Equipment

VHS TAPES 100, mostly new $75. 570-740-1392

794

Video Game Systems/Games

XBOX LIVE GOLD

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780

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489

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$23,990 CERTIFIED

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$22,990 CERTIFIED

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$22,990

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$18,990 CERTIFIED

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$15,990

1 2 M O 1 8 K WA R R A N T Y

2007 VOLVO V70 2.5T

$15,990

Willow Green With Sand Leather, Moonroof, Heated Seats, Roof Rack, Built In Boosters, 1 Owner 1 2 M O 1 8 K WA R R A N T Y

2006 VOLVO XC90 2.5T AWD Magic Blue With Sand Leather, Moonroof, 7 Passenger, Dual Screen Dvd

2009 VOLVO S40 2.4I

2009 VOLVO XC70 AWD Oyster Grey With Off Black Leather, Moonroof, Heated Seats, Roof Rack, 1 Owner

2009 VOLVO S40 2.4I

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2010 VOLVO S40 2.4I

2008 VOLVO XC90 3.2 AWD Titanium Grey With Off Black Leather, Moonroof, 7 Passenger, Blind Spot Monitoring, Navigation, Dual Dvd Screen, 1 Owner, 39k

2008 VOLVO S80 V8 AWD

2008 VOLVO S80 3.2

2008 VOLVO XC90 3.2 AWD

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2009 VOLVO S80 3.2

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1129 Gutter Repair & Cleaning

GUTTER 2 GO, INC.

PA#067136- Fully Licensed & Insured. We install custom seamless rain gutters & leaf protection systems. CALL US TODAY ABOUT OUR 10% OFF WHOLE HOUSE DISCOUNT! 570-561-2328

GUTTER CLEANING Window Cleaning.

Regulars, storms, etc. Pressure washing, decks, docks, houses,Free estimates. Insured. (570) 288-6794 Professional Window & Gutter Cleaning Gutters, carpet, pressure washing. Residential/commercial. Ins./bonded. Free est. 570-283-9840

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Handyman Services

All in a Call

FLOOD CLEAN UP, hardwood floors, tile vct, drywall / finishing, painting, power washing. Free Est. Dependable & Reliable. Package deals available. Call 570-239-4790

WE FIX IT

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LICENSED GENERAL CONTRACTOR Plumbing, heating electrical, painting, roofs, siding, rough & finished carpentry - no job too big or small. Free Estimates. Call anytime. 570-852-9281

POCAHONTAS

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RUSSELL’S

Property Maintenance

LICENSED & INSURED 30+ years experience. Carpentry, painting & general home repairs. FREE ESTIMATES 570-406-3339

The Handier Man

We fix everything! Plumbing, Electrical & Carpentry. Retired Mr. Fix It. Emergencies 23/7

299-9142

1135

Hauling & Trucking

AA CLEANING

A1 Always hauling, 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

1135

Hauling & Trucking

1162 Landscaping/ Garden

1204

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BRUSH UP TO 4’ HIGH, MOWING, EDGING, TRIMMING SHRUBS, HEDGES, TREES, MULCHING, LAWN CARE, LEAF REMOVAL, FALL CLEAN UP. FULLY INSURED. FREE ESTIMATES 570-829-3261 TOLL FREE 1-855-829-3261

House in Shambles? We can fix it! Cover All Painting & General Contracting PA068287. Serving Northeast PA & North Jersey since 1989. All phases of interior & exterior repair & rebuilding. Call 570-226-1944 or 570-470-5716 Free Estimates And yes, I am a lead paint removal certified contractor

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JOHN’S Landscaping/Hauling Bobcat:Grading/ Stone. Snow Clearing Shrub / Tree Trimming Handyman - All types 7 Holiday Lighting 7 & more! 735-1883 Patrick & Deb’s Deb’s Landscaping Landscaping, basic handy man, cleaning, moving & free salvage pick up. AVAILABLE FOR FALL CLEAN UPS! Call 570-793-4773 Tree Removal, Stump Grinding, Hazard Tree Removal, Grading, drainage, lot clearing, snow plowing, stone / soil delivery. Insured. Reasonable Rates 570-574-1862

1183

ALL KINDS OF HAULING & JUNK REMOVAL

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

CASTAWAY HAULING JUNK REMOVAL

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appliances for free. We do it all - no job too small! FREE ESTIMATES. 570-239-5593 570-592-0504

WClean ILL HAUL ANYTHING cellars, attics, yards & metal removal. Call John 570-735-3330

1138

Heating

1st. Quality Construction Co.

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

Senior Citizens Discount! State Lic. # PA057320

570-299-7241 570-606-8438

1147

Home Restoration

A-1 REMODELING ROOFING & SIDING Garages, Additions, Windows, Cement work & Drywall 570-233-7788 or 570-455-5581

Masonry

STONE MASON

47 Years Experience Creative. All types of masonry. Precast stone, pavers, stucco & general remodeling. Call 570-301-8200

1189 Miscellaneous Service

VITO’S & GINO’S Wanted: Junk Cars & Trucks

Painting & Wallpaper

JASON SIMMS PAINTING Interior/Exterior

Free Estimates 21 Yrs. Experience Insured (570) 947-2777

M. PARALIS PAINTING

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

1213

Paving & Excavating

EDWARD’S ALL COUNTY PAVING & SEAL COATING

Modified stone, laid & compacted. Hot tar and chips, dust and erosion control. Licensed and Insured. Call Today For Your Free Estimate

570-474-6329 Lic.# PA021520 Mountain Top

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

1228

Plumbing & Heating

EXPERT PLUMBING, HEATING & ELECTRICAL 30 years experience Free Estimates 570-824-1559

NEED FLOOD REPAIRS?

Highest Prices Paid!!

Boilers, Furnaces, Air. 0% Interest 6 months. 570-736-HVAC (4822)

FREE PICKUP

1249 Remodeling & Repairs

288-8995 1195

Movers

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

1204

Painting & Wallpaper

“AA+ C LASSICAL”

All phases. Complete int/ext paint & renovations Since 1990 Free Estimates Licensed-Insured 570-283-5714 A QUALITY PAINTING Interior specialist, residential/commercial. $0 money down! Pictures & references available! 570-328-2072 570-714-2202

HOSIE CONSTRUCTION Free estimates,

interior and exterior design. Licensed and ins. No job too big or small. Drywall, siding & more 570-540-6597

1252

Roofing & Siding

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

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*

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JOSEPH CHERMAK INC.

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412 Autos for Sale

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#S1665A, Automatic, Tinted Windows, AM/FM/CD

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8,536*

9,999*

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2004 ACURA RSX COUPE

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2010 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE

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16,899

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9,879*

13,899

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#S1625A, EX-L Package, Sunroof, Leather, Automatic, CD

14,399*

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#S1789A, Sunroof, Automatic, Power Windows/Locks, CD, 5 Door

14,777

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10,950

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9,959*

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6,730*

#S1737B, Sunroof, Alloy Wheels, Auto, Power Windows/Locks

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#S1667A, S Pkg, Automatic, Power Windows/Locks

10,558*

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9,997

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21,999*

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#S1719A, Leather, Sunroof, Automatic, Power Seat, Clean!

#P14460, Chrome Pkg, Automatic, V8, Bedliner

22,880*

19,690*

2008 DODGE CALIBER AWD

#P14495, GLS Pkg, Automatic, CD, Power Windows/Locks

#P14500, Leather, Sunroof, Chrome Wheels, Power Windows/Locks, CD

14,993

14,599

2010 CHEVROLET SILVERADO EXT CAB 4X4

#P14526, Automatic, CD, Dual Airbags, 4 Doors

21,880

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#P14483, Sunroof, Alloy Wheels, Automatic, Power Windows/Locks

20,630*

2011 JEEP LIBERTY SPORT 4X4

2010 HYUNDAI SONATA SEDAN

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2011 DODGE DAKOTA QUAD CAB 4X4

#P14505, Chrome Pkg, Automatic, Power Windows/Locks

18,690

2009 JEEP WRANGLER 4X4

2011 SUZUKI SX4 CROSSOVER AWD

2010 SUZUKI KIZASHI GTS

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#P14440, 2 Dr, Upgraded Wheel Pkg, Push Bar with Lights

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18,599

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18,799*

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19,353

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Smith Hourigan Group

Century21SHGroup.com

Secluded acre surrounds sprawling Trucksville Story and photos by By Marianne Tucker Puhalla Advertising Projects Writer A sprawling ranch with plenty of great amenities is yours for the asking at 274 Mathers Dr. in Trucksville. Conveniently located near the intersection of Route 309 and Church Rd., this secluded ranch on 1.1 acres features beautiful hardwood ﬂoors and lots of upgrades, including an in-ground pool, landscaped yard, and sunken hot tub on a large deck. Listed by Classic Properties for $349,900, this home has three bedrooms and three baths, with over 3,018 square feet of ﬁnished space on two levels. The home will be open for tours during an Open House today from 1-3 p.m. The exterior offers cedar siding and is surrounded by plenty of shade trees. There is an attached two-car garage. A

OPEN HOUSE TODAY, 1-3 P.M.

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Offering plenty to love, there are maple cabinets topped with terracotta speckled Corian countertops, a butcher-block topped island that hosts an electric cook top, and a built-in desk to help organize kitchen clutter, all set on a parquet wood floor. A favorite spot is sure to be the breakfast nook set into a corner of windows offering a picturesque view in two directions. A door to the right opens to a breezeway to the two-car garage. A second door leads to the basement. The first of the home’s three bedrooms is located off the foyer and has a private three-quarter bath. The bedroom measures 15-by-13 and has oak hardwood flooring, Colonial blue walls and a large closet. There are rolled shades providing

fully ﬁnished lower level offers 1,000 square feet of space. Renovations over the past 20 years have included siding, windows, and roofing giving this home a totally modern feel. The striking living room measures 21-by-17 and has hardwood ﬂooring and a picture window front. This room has sage green walls and a white textured plaster ceiling. There are no walls to interrupt the view as the living room opens rear to the 17-by-12 dining room. This pictureperfect room has terracotta colored walls with a black wrought iron chandelier. A panel of windows and atrium doors open to the rear to the elevated deck, bringing in the views of the surrounding countryside. A French door takes you to the right to the spacious 21-by-12 eat-in kitchen.

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Lewith & Freeman Real Estate, Inc.

OPEN HOUSE TODAY • 1:00-3:00

Dreaming of a New Home? Now’s the time to buy. Interest rates are Low.

HILLTOP LANE, WAVERLY,

From North Abington Road, turn onto Hilltop Lane. The second driveway on left. MLS#10-4852SCR $329,000 ERA One Source Mountaintop (570) 403-3000

OPEN HOUSE TODAY • 12:00-1:30

Kingston: 288.9371 Hazleton: 788.1999

Shavertown: 696.3801 Mountain Top: 474.9801

Wilkes-Barre: 822.1160 Clarks Summit: 585.0600

Atlas Realty, Inc.

829-6200 • www.atlasrealtyinc.com OPEN HOUSES TODAY!

LOT 64 GENERAL PULASKI ST., MOUNTAINTOP

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Take RT 309S turn right on S. Main Rd, turn right on Nuangola Rd go .5 miles turn right on Aleksander into Polonia Estates, turn right on General Pulaski. MLS#10-4123 $299,000 Robert Hourigan; (570)261-0272

ERA1.com

ONE Mountaintop Ofﬁce SOURCE 12 N Mountain Blvd. REALTY (570) 403-3000

Open House-New Listing!

314 EDWARD ST., DURYEA

5 RAYMOND DR.,

Wonderful neighborhood, this 4 br, 10 year 128 JEAN ST., EXETER HANOVER TWP old home has it all! Extra room on 1st Very nice, practically new 8 year old Nice bi-level home on quiet st, updated floor is great for mother in-law suite or rec bi-level home on a nice quiet dead end exterior, large family room, extra deep street. Large fenced in yard, 4 bedrooms, lot, 2 car garage, enclosed rear porch room, modern oak kitchen, living room, garage and lower level family room. central air, in ground heated pool, fenced and covered patio. MLS #11-2850. MLS #11-3422. yard, 2 car garage. MLS #11-3732. $184,900 Call Charlie 829-6200 $179,000Call Colleen 237-0415. $249,000 Call Nancy 237-0752 Dir: Wyoming Ave. turn West on LIcoln DIR: Rt. 309 to Blackman St, left on DIR: Main St. Duryea to Stephenson St, St, right on WArsaw, left on Jean. Hazle, right on W. Liberty, left on Raymond. turn on Brown to Edward.

Proudly serving our community for 23 years.

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21 WALDEN PARK, MOUNTAIN TOP 11-4053 Very well maintained 4 bedroom home on level lot, in Walden Park. Eat-in Kitchen, living room with wood burning brick fireplace. Move in condition! Plaster walls and much more....a Mountain Top gem and a must see! CALL CHARLES 430-8487 $179,900 DIR: Rte 309S Mountain Top, to right into Walden Park, house on right.

Jerry Busch, Jr. Is Ready To Work For “You!” Call Jerry Today 709-7798

GERALD L. BUSCH REAL ESTATE, INC. Pat Is Ready To Work For “You!” 288-2514 Call Pat Today 885-4165 EMAIL: JERRYBUSCHJR@AOL.COM Each Ofﬁce is Independently Owned And Operated.

OPEN HOUSE TODAY 1-3PM

WYOMING COUNTY HOME WITH 30 ACRES

Open House! 29 BOHAC ST, SWOYERSVILLE 10-4758 1 You cannot go wrong with this well maintained 3 bedroom home on a double lot. Features formal dining room, covered patio, garage, and private drive. Lovely place to treasure! CALL FLO 371-2881 $119,999 DIR: Route 11 to Dennison St. Right on Bohac. Property on right.

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Open House! 540 PITTSTON AVE , DUPONT 11-775 This spacious ranch home exemplifies ’’Living the American Dream’’. Huge rooms, beautiful hardwood floors, an extraordinary amount of closet space. A Large partially finished basement and newer carport with cement driveway, makes this an exceptional buyer’s opportunity. All this plus a conspicuously convenient location. Don’t just drive-by, come in-You’ll like what you see! CALL RON 817-1362 $131,900 DIR: Pittston Bypass North - past shopping center - home 4th on Left (directly across from 35 mph sign).

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418 Charles St., Luzerne This home features a nice kitchen, 2 full baths, living room, dining room, 3 bedrooms, comfortable gas heat, terrific yard and garage. Better Hurry! Call Jerry Busch New Price $69,900 DIR: Bennett Street to right on Academy Street. Home on the corner of Academy and Charles

NEW LISTING! LEHMAN TOWNSHIP E IC PR EW N

PIZZA BUSINESS

Pizza Business This country estate features 30 acres of prime land w/ a pretty home w/ a modern kitchen, 2 full modern baths, bright family room, den with living room and 3 good size bedrooms. The property has open fields & wooded land, a stream, several fieldstone walls & lots of road frontage. Equipment and & rights included. Call Jerry Busch Jr $489,000

Enjoy Country living! This home features a great location with 6 rooms, 2 bedrooms, and bath. All situated on a almost half acre lot. $47,500 Call Jerry Busch Jr

Modern Westside Pizza Parlor. Air deck ovens, stainless steel equipment, eat in or take out. Price includes real estate, equipment and business. Turn key operation. Call Pat Busch $224,900

FOR PROMPT REAL ESTATE APPRAISALS, CALL GERALD L. BUSCH APPRAISAL SERVICE 288-2514

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More room than you can n imagine to accommodate today’s lifestyle. Finished lower level, oﬃce; 2nd ﬂoor bonus room, in a coveted Back Mt. neighborhood. 4 bedrooms, 2 full & 2 half baths. 2 heat/air systems. Three-season porch. Maribeth Jones 696-6565 MLS#11-4064 $349,900

Motivated seller says bring M an oﬀer! It does not get any better, 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, modern kitchen and baths, central air, huge fenced-in yard, complete with patio and multi-level deck and professionally landscaped lot! DJWojciechowski 283-9100 MLS#11-4021 $209,900

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Drums-Lake View!

Large family home with a wonderful view of the valley from the 2-tiered rear deck. Finished lower level with ﬁreplace, laundry room and oﬃce. 4 bedrooms, 1 and 3/4 bath, hardwoods, modern kitchen, formal dining room. Pat Silvi 283-9100 x21 MLS 11-4034 $139,900

Beautiful home with lake view in Beech Mountain. Corner lot just one block in from the lake. Fantastic master bedroom suite with whirlpool room with skylights and vaulted ceiling. Large ﬁnished room in lower level. Paul Pukatch 696-6559 MLS#11-3107 $180,000

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Four Star McCabe Realty

$298,500 YATESVILLE “NEW LISTING” Beautiful home in “WILLOW VIEW” that shows “Pride of Ownership.... Spacious “Florida Room” leading to a private back yard W/ extensive landscaping, 2 car garagebrand new roof, 3 baths , 4 BR’s & LL Family room. Lovely home!

$247,000 HARVEYS LAKE “NEW LISTING” Unique Contemporary Log home W/ 2 levels, W/ tons of charm and character throughout! High on the hill W/ a wonderful view of the lake & private setting on a dead end street. In ground heated pool nestled up to the woods, vinyl fencing, 2 baths, newer roof, ductless A/C & more! Only 3 minutes from the public boat launch. *Owner is licensed agent

$625,000 $229,900 BACK PITTSTON TWP. MOUNTAIN SUSCON AREA “ FA N TA S T I C “NEW LISTING” HOME” overlookWonderful home on ing Francis Slocum a huge Country size State Park W/ 5 lot 240x150 in a BR’s, Ultra modern private setting, just master bath, “Out of off the beaten path this World” Florida plus a Terriﬁc view from the front porch! Dual furnace system, Room W/ built in Bar, multiple garage stalls & more! All on over 2 baths, central A/C & Ductless system, ﬁreplace, charming sun6 acres of pure privacy! porch overlooking private yard & more!

(570) 674-9950 • (570) 824-1499 • (570) 654-4428

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76 Golf Course Rd., Hunlock Creek Beautifully maintained cape cod features 3 BRs and 1 1/2. Hardwood floors in LR, DR, 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. Call Brenda 332-8924. MLS# 11-2706 $ 159,900 Dir: from intersection of Rt 29 & Rt 118 towards Sweet Valley, slight L onto Main Rd, L on Pall Rd, Pall Rd becomes Golf Course Rd, home on R.

NEW

LISTIN

AUTUMN’S ARTISTRY atop 3.86 acres will be yours to enjoy in this 4 BR, with first floor Master suite with jacuzzi type tub, sep. shower, 2 walk-in closets, opens to deck and inground pool,2 story family room warmed by a gas fireplace w/2 sets of French doors to deck, appealing granite kitchen and natural wood cab., bright breakfast nook, Country charm halfway to Heaven. Call Tracy 696-2468. MLS# 11-3972 $340,000

10.98

ACRE

Room to roam on 10.98 acres with outbuildings, woodsy settings and cleared acreage. Sweet single story home with deck, new windows and hardwood floors. Additional acreage available. MLS# 11-3299 Won’t last long at $110,000. Call Tracy 332-8764.

WOW

Very cozy home in great neighborhood, with first floor BR and 2 upstairs brs. Gorgeous newer bathroom and newer kitchen, det. garage and lots of charm. Call Tracy 696-2468. MLS#11-2322 $37,000

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privacy on a panel of four windows facing front. The adjacent bath has a tan ceramic tile floor, a white pedestal sink, a walk-in shower, and two-sidefacing windows. Bedroom two is a comfortable 18-by-15 and also has a hardwood floor, with tan walls, two side-facing windows and four windows front. There is a full wall of closet space with sliding doors. The master bedroom measures 15-by-14 and has French doors that open to the rear deck with easy access to the built-in hot tub and staircase that leads down to the pool. This bedroom also has two double closets with sliding doors, and two sidefacing windows. A nearby bath features antique white ceramic tile with black accents that covers the floor and forms the surround for a jetted tub set underneath three windows. A pedestal sink completes the picture. A linen closet is nearby in the hall. The basement family room is sized at 32-by-19 and offers tongue and groove paneled walls, and red and navy print carpeting. The focus is sure to be on the built-in wet bar that comes complete with built-in cabinets and wine rack. Another great feature is a brick fireplace with natural wood mantle and tiled hearth. A nearby half bath has an oak vanity with Corian countertop. There is plenty of storage space in a nearby utility room. This home has oil hot water heat, central air, an on-site septic system and public water connections. To get to today’s Open House, take Route 309 north from Kingston. Make a left on Church Rd. and another left onto Mathers Drive. Make an appointment to see this property by calling Darcy Lee Usavage at Classic Properties at (570) 718-4959;dusavage@classicproperties.com SPECIFICATIONS ranch 3,018 square feet BEDROOMS: 3 BATHS: 3 PRICE: $349,900 LOCATION: 274 Mathers Dr., Trucksville AGENT: Darcy Lee Usavage REALTOR: Classic Properties, (570) 718-4959; dusavage@classicproperties.com

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470 Lewis Drive Great house in great condition! Unique 1 1/2 story with 4 bedrooms & 2 1/2 baths on 2 acre wooded lot. Fireplaces in living room, dining room & family room. Modern kitchen with stainless appliances & breakfast bar. Hardwood floors. Flexible floor plan. MLS#11-2408 $349,9000 Call Joe Moore 570-288-1401

Fantastic home with a large family room with fireplace. You will love the kitchen and get ready for “Summer Fun” in the private in ground pool. MLS# 11-1141 $257,500 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

210 42nd St. E Beautiful 3300 sq.ft. custom built Tudor home on 3.7 +/acres with stream, pond & gorgeous landscaping in a great country like setting. A home you'll be proud to own. MLS#10-4516 $ 399,900 Call Barbara Metcalf 570-696-0883

314 Loyalville Road Very Nice 3 bedroom, 2 bath doublewide on 2 acres with detached 2 car garage and well maintained yard. Home has Anderson Thermopane windows, wood burning fireplace in TV room, walk-in closet, wall heater in full basement, 16x23.6 & 9.6x8.4 rear deck, 9.6x8.4 front deck, glass sliding door in kitchen, central air, black walnut trees, peach tree, paved driveway etc. MLS# 11-2679 REDUCED!!! $165,000 Five Mountains Realty 570-542-2141

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1100 Walnut Street Great starter or investment home. Nice neighborhood. Property sold in as is condition. MLS#11-215 $23,000 (570) 885-6731 (570) 288-0770

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314 Packer St. Remodeled 3 bedroom with 2 baths, master bedroom and laundry on 1st floor. New siding and shingles. New kitchen. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3174 $99,900 Call Tom 570-262-7716

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NEW LISTING Wonderful Back Mountain find in Elmcrest development. Big enough to raise four daughters with 3 bedroms, 3 baths, woodburning fireplace, hot tub, replacement windows and hardwood floors under new carpeting, all on a large lot with fieldstone walls. MLS#11-3279 $247,500 McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

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Enjoy this gracious 4 bedroom Tudor home on 5+ acre lot with mature landscaping. Hardwood floors throughout, 4 fireplaces, built in bookcases & American Chestnut doors enhance this architecturally designed home. The master bedroom and bath located on the first floor with 3 additional bedrooms, a sunroom and 2 baths on the second floor. Lovely views over look stone patio and yard. MLS#10-3053 $549,000 Call Rhea 570-696-6677

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6650 Bear Creek Blvd

Well maintained custom built 2 story nestled on 2 private acres with circular driveway - Large kitchen with center island, master bedroom with 2 walk-in closets, family room with fireplace, custom built wine cellar - A Must See property! $299,900 MLS# 10-4312 Call Geri 570-696-0888

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Impressive, wellcared for, 4 Bed Colonial on a beautiful 2 Acre home site, just 20 minutes to W-B. Lots of storage with a huge basement and 3 Car Garage. Enjoy country living at it’s best. $268,627 Call Betty 570-643-4842

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133 Frangorma Dr Bright & open floor plan. 5 year old 2 story. 9' ceiling 1st floor. Custom kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Family room with 14' ceiling & fireplace. Convenient location. MLS# 11-2572 $349,000 Call Geri 570-696-0888

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Living room has awesome woodland views and you will enjoy the steam/ sauna. Lake and tennis rights available with Association membership. (membership optional). Minutes from the Pocono's and 2 hours to Philadelphia or New York. $259,000 Maria Huggler C LASSIC P ROPERTIES 570-587-7000

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Nice 3 bedroom home on a deep lot with large eat in kitchen. MLS#11-3387 $118,800 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

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

3 Crestview Dr. Well-constructed and maintained sprawling multilevel with 5,428 square feet of living space. Living room & dining room with hardwood floors & gas fireplace; eat-in kitchen with island; florida room. 5 bedrooms, 4 baths; 2 half-baths. Lower level rec room with wet bar & fireplace. leads to heated in-ground pool. Beautifully landscaped 2 acre lot. $575,000 MLS# 11-1798 Call Joe Moore 570-288-1401

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OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY, NOV. 6 1:30 - 3:30 56 Wyoming Ave Well maintained 4 bed, 2 bath home located on large .85 acre lot. Features open floor plan, heated 3 season room with hot tub, 1st floor laundry, 2 car garage and much more. 11-3641 Call Jim Banos COLDWELL BANKER RUNDLE REAL ESTATE 570-991-1883

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619 Foote Ave. Don’t judge a book by its cover! This is a must see Ranch home with 3 bedrooms, 1 3/4 baths, 1 car garage, large yard, finished lower level. New kitchen with heated tile floors, granite counter, stainless appliances. Split system A/C, gas hot water baseboard. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 11-4079 $159,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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Single family home with a separate building containing a 1 bedroom apartment and 5 car garage all on 1 lot. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-2828 Price reduced $82,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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20 OAK DRIVE WOW! This home offers replacement windows, newer hot water heater, gas fireplace, hardwood floors, sun porch, large fenced rear yard, flagstone patio, heated inground pool, finished lower level, located in the Lehman School District. Just minutes from Harveys Lake, why not join the Beach Club this summer! It is a MUST SEE HOME! MLS#11-1258 $154,900 Bob Cook 696-6555 Jill Jones 696-6550

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100% Financing Wooded and private Bi-Level in Dallas School District. This home features 1 Car Garage, 3 Bedrooms, 1 3/4 Bath and nice updates. Plenty of room on your private 2 acre lot.100% USDA Financing Eligible. Call for details. REDUCED PRICE $166,000 Call Cindy King 570-690-2689

167 Center St. 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath 2 story home with garage and driveway. Newer kitchen and bath. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3561 Price reduced $64,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

Main Street Commercial Excellent corner location. Approximate 200’ road frontage. 1st floor offices. Large 2nd floor apartment. Detached 3 bay garage. $225,000 Call Kathie

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548 Green St. Are you renting?? The monthly mortgage on this house could be under $500 for qualified buyers. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, 1st floor laundry. Off street parking, deep lot, low taxes. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3983 $69,900 Call Tom 570-262-7716

805-807 Main St. Multi-Family. Large side by side double with separate utilities. 3 bedrooms each side with newer carpet, replacement windows and newer roof. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 11-3054 $89,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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Beautiful 5 bedroom, 2.2 baths & FANTASTIC “Great Room” with built in bar, private brick patio, hot tub & grills! 4 car garage with loft + attached 2 car garage. Situated on over 6 acres of privacy overlooking Francis Slocum with a great view of the lake! Lots of extras & the kitchen is out of this world! MLS#11-3131 $625,000 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

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950 CENTER STREET, WANAMIE Unique property, well maintained, 2 story, 10yrs old. Privacy galore, 3.6acres. Pole barn 30x56 for storage of equipment, cars & boats. MLS# 11-3617 GERI 696-0888 $249,900 Dir: Main St. Nanticoke - Pass Turkey Hill -At Y stay R on Newport St turns into Center (approximately 1.9 miles) go to end - Property on R.

296 N. MAIN STREET, WILKES-BARRE Immaculate, refined, quaint, charming all define this beautiful home. New carpet, hardwood floors, fresh paint. MLS# 11-2459 SUSAN L. 714-9264 $137,000 Dir: From Kingston to Wilkes-Barre over Pierce St Bridge, L onto N. Main St, look for home on L.

8 WATSON ST., WEST WYOMING Huge inside! Cathedral ceilings enhance this 4BR, 3 bath w/family room, A/C, garage, in-ground pool & more! MLS# 11-3871 JUDY 714-9230 $178,500 Dir: Wyoming Avenue to Dennison St, R on N. Lackawanna, L on Washington Ave, R on Watson, house on R.

1000 LAUREL RUN ROAD, BEAR CREEK TWP. New Construction! Quality abounds in custom designed 4BR, 3.5 bath home. Open floor plan, gourmet kitchen, lg LR, HW floors 1st floor, Master Suite w/tile shower & Jacuzzi. Minutes to Golf Course! MLS# 11-1361 CLYDETTE 696-0897 $489,000 DIR: Rt.115S - Turn R on Laurel Run Rd to L on Golf Course Rd - Property on L (corner)

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OPEN HOUSE • SUN, 11/13 • 1:00-3:00PM Spectacular 3br 2 1/2 bath twin on great lot offers beautiful hardwood floors on 1st flr and stunning kitchen with granite counter tops and stainless steel appl. Large master suite with wonderful bath & closet. All modern amenities, stately entry and staircase, composite deck, central air, gas heat, 1 car garage. MLS# 11-2000

30 W. FALLBROOK AVENUE, DALLAS REDUCED! All brick Ranch in move-in condition. 2 large BRs, 1 & 3/4 baths, newer kitchen & bath, HW throughout. MLS# 11-3082 MARY D. 696-0729 $134,900 Dir: From center of Dallas, Memorial Hwy to R on Center Hill Rd (Leggio’s) L on Midland - L on Fallbrook - Home on L.

829 HOMESTEAD DRIVE, DALLAS Smashing Contemporary Townhouse combines luxury & comfort. 1st floor Master, 3-4BRs, fabulous kitchen. MLS# 11-343 DEANNA 696-0894 $258,500 Dir: Follow 415 to blinking light @ Yalick Farms - Go straight to Homestead Drive - Make R.

1035 WOODBERRY DRIVE, MOUNTAINTOP Spectacular 2 story in excellent condition with upgrades galore! A true beauty & great value! MLS# 11-3758 . LISA 715-9335 $369,900 Dir: Rte 309S to Mountaintop, bear right on S. Main Rd., turn right on Nuangola Rd., turn right into Woodland Ests. (Fairwood Blvd.) take to end. Enter Woodberry Manor. Home on right.

HARVEY’S LAKE REDUCED! Breathtaking beauty - 88 feet of lake frontage. 5BR home w/new Master Suite & gourmet kitchen, exceptional boathouse w/dream view. MLS# 11-605 VIRGINIA ROSE 714-9253 $950,000

SHAVERTOWN Exquisite Back Mountain home. 5BRs, 7 baths. Viking appliances. All the amenities you desire. Private wooded lot. MLS# 11-3321 JOAN 696-0887 $899,000

SHAVERTOWN Bulford Farms custom built brick 2sty, 5BR, 4 full & 2 1/2 baths home on 4acres w/open flr plan. Quality thru-out includes mod kitchen w/island & granite open to FR w/FP & bar. Walls of windows overlook grounds, 2stry fyr, sunken LR w/FP, 1st flr office. Finished LL w/2nd kitchen, rec rm & wine cellar. Amazing storage, 4 car garage, tennis court & large patio. MLS# 09-4567 TINA 714-9277 or VIRGINIA 714-9253 $750,000

FRANKLIN TWP. PRICE REDUCED! Lovely 4BR, 4 bath home set on 2.68acres. 4 car garage attached & 2 car detached garage. Only 3 yrs young! MBR St alone is 1080SF, French doors open to lg deck for entertaining w/gorgeous views! Brazilian cherry HW flrs in some rms. Zoned A-1. A MUST SEE!!! MLS# 11-1252 SHIRLEY 714-9272 $499,900

WYOMING Traditional meets modern! 4BR authentic Tudor w/every amenity overlooking gorgeous private grounds w/in-ground pool, mature trees & gardens. A must see! MLS# 11-3957 MARCIE 714-9267 $474,000

LAFLIN Terrific 4-5BR 6000SF home on 1.68acres; LR & DR; eat-in cherry Kit w/ all appls; 1st flr FR w/FP; MBR Ste; 1st flr office; A/C; Rec rm; Pool; 3 garages. MLS#11-3196 RAE 714-9234 $459,000

COURTDALE Peacefully secluded custom built Contemporary situated on 6.4acs w/4-5BRs, 3.5 bths, inground pool, 3 car gar, LR w/flr to ceiling windows, marble entryway w/spiral staircase. LL rec rm w/wet bar, granite tops & gas FP. MLS# 11-3971 DEB R. 714-5802 $438,000

JENKINS TWP. Beautiful custom Willow View 3 story features HW floors on 1st floor, modern kitchen, great windows & design, finished LL, patio & C/A. MLS# 11-3888 VIRGINIA 714-9253 $399,000

KINGSTON Old World Charm at its best! Beautiful 5BR, 2.5 bath home w/mod kit. HW flrs, 2 mantels & 1 wood burning FP, 2.5 car gar, library w/built-ins & FP, DR w/beam ceiling & stain glass windows. Great landscaping! Could make wonderful bed & breakfast! Agent owned. MLS# 11-2878 MATT 714-9229 $264,900

KINGSTON Beautifully maintained 4BR, 3 bath, 2 story in a desireable location. Cozy up next to the large brick FP in LR w/double French doors & beamed ceilings. Private backyard w/ inground pool & 1 car garage. Seller offering a 1yr home warranty! MLS# 11-2916 CHRISTINA 714-9235 $210,000

OAKWOOD PARK Beautiful Tudor home CONYNGHAM Location, condition & in excellent condition. 4BRs, 3 baths, price! This one has it all! 4BR, 3 bath newly updated with HW flrs, new applibeauty. Newly remodeled & ready to ances - Corian, new roof, decks, driveway, move-in! MLS# 11-3105 2 car garage. MLS# 10-4093 PAT G. 788-7514 $199,000 SHIRLEY 714-9281 $198,500

PLAINS 4BR, 2 bath home in beautiful condition! Move right in! Private neighborhood just minutes away from the city. Ductless A/C 1st flr. Fenced yard, double deck, LL workshop can be BR. Plus many extras! Extra parking. MLS# 11-3446 PEG 714-9247 $195,000

BEAR CREEK TWP. Beautiful 4BR, 3 bath Ranch home. HW floors, fireplace, large LR & FR. Large yard. MLS# 11-3344 JILL 696-0875 $162,900

PITTSTON Need a 5 car garage? Beautiful 3BR, 2 bath home w/garage in great neighborhood. 5 minutes to shopping, Rts 495 $ 81. C/A on 1st flr, new electrical service, plumbing, maybe HW under carpet. MLS# 11-3597 SHIRLEY 714-9272 $149,900

HARVEYS LAKE 3BR, 2 bath move-in condition remodeled top to bottom plus nice fenced yard. Lake access available at Warden Place Beach. MLS# 11-3398 MARK 696-0724 $135,000

WEST PITTSTON Well cared for & nicely kept. A place to call home! Complete w/2 car oversized garage, C/A, 1st fl laundry, eat-in kitchen. Convenient to shopping, West Pittston pool & ball fields. MLS# 11-583 JUDY 714-9230 $114,000

PITTSTON 3BR, 2 bath home w/large modern kitchen, laundry room off kitchen, split heat-A/C unit, alley in rear w/possibile OSP. Partially fenced yard. MLS# 11-3933 ROSEMARIE 714-5801 $89,900

HANOVER TWP. Nice 3BR, 1 bath starter home. Large eat-in kitchen, fenced yard, shed, satellite dish, security system. MLS# 11-3023. TRACY Z. 696-0723 or MARY D. 696-0729 $39,000

148 CENTER HILL ROAD, DALLAS Roomy & comfortable 2 story awaits your family. 3BRs, 1.5 baths, HW floors, new deck & pool. MLS# 11-3815. TRACY 696-0723 $149,000 Dir: Rt.309 toward Tunkhannock. Left at the light across from the Dallas School Campus. Home on right.

$219,900 Call Lisa Joseph at 715-9335

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BLUEBERRY HILLS 108 Blackberry Ln. Newer construction, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, family room with gas fireplace. Formal dining room. 2 car garage, gas heat, large deck, above ground pool. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3858 $289,900 Call Lu-Ann 570-602-9280

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PRICE REDUCED! 314 Bennett Street Refashioned 3 or 4 bedroom, two full modern baths. Two story, 2300sf, with level yard with lovely new landscaping and 1 car garage. New EVERYTHING in this charming must see property. Custom blinds throughout the home. Great neighborhood with Park beyond the backyard. MLS# 11-3776 $174,900 Call Patti 570-328-1752 Liberty Realty & Appraisal Services LLC

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1140 SPRING ST. Large 3 bedroom home with new roof, replacement windows, hardwood floors. Great location! For more information and photos visit: www. atlasrealtyinc.com. MLS 11-2636 $99,900 Call Tom 570-262-7716

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411 JONES ST. Beautiful 2 story English Tudor with exquisite gardens, surrounding beautiful in ground pool, private fenced yard with a home with too many amenities to list. Enjoy the summer here! Screened in porch and foyer that just adds to the great living space of the home For more info and photos: visit:www. atlasrealtyinc.co m MLS 11-2720 $229,900 Call Phil 570-313-1229

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38 Huckleberry Lane 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 $319,000 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

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66 East Grove St., Looking for a bargain? This half double will meet your needs! It will make a great starter home, nice size rooms, eat-in kitchen, some replacement windows, pull down attic for storage. Plus a fenced rear yard. The owners want this SOLD so make your offer today! MLS#10-3582 $22,500 Jill Jones 696-6550

9 Williams St. Large 4 bedroom home with nice rear deck, replacement windows, off street parking. Possible apartment in separate entrance. Loads of potential. For more info and pictures visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-2091 $69,900 Call Tom 570-262-7716

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274 Hillside Ave. PRICED TO SELL. THIS HOME IS A MUST SEE. Great starter home in move in condition. Newer 1/2 bath off kitchen and replacement windows installed. MLS 11-560 $52,000 Roger Nenni EXT. 32 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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122-124 SHORT ST., OUT OF THE FLOOD ZONE! Very nice double-block on a quiet street. Good income property for an investor or live in one side and rent the other to help with a mortgage. #122 has living room, dining room, kitchen, 2 bedrooms and a full bath. #124 has living room, dining room, kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths and a family room with free-standing fireplace. Off-street parking on one side. Taxes are currently $1516 on Assessed value of $68,700. Motivated Seller! Call today for an appointment. MLS#11-3694 $62,000 Mary Ellen & Walter Belchick 570-696-6566

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Country setting yet minutes to town. Outstanding bi-level located in Hex Acres. Home features quality workmanship and ﬁnishes and is in absolute move-in condition. Modern kitchen and baths, family room, sun room, deck and above ground pool, all on a large, nicely landscaped lot. DIR: Rt. 92 North , left at Terrace (Gulf Station), left on Hex St., left on Theodore St. Home on right. MLS#11-2901 $160,000

Beautiful two-story traditional home located in Pine Ridge Estates. Features 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, master suite with whirlpool tub and walk-in closet, hardwoods & 9’ ceilings on 1st ﬂoor, family room with gas ﬁreplace, 2-car garage and deck. DIR: Fox Hill Road, (East Main St.) in Plains, left on Mayock St., right on Samantha Dr., left on Morgan Drive, home on left. MLS#11-3479 $239,900

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Nice size 4 bedroom home with some hardwood floors, large eat in kitchen with breakfast bar. 2 car garage & partially fenced yard. Close to everything! $92,900 MLS# 11-1977 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

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Completely remodeled, spectacular, 2 story Victorian home, with 3 bedrooms and 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.com MLS 11-2850 $184,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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ELMCREST - Charming two story on nice lot features LR & DR with hardwood floors, modern oak Kitchen, 1st floor Family Room, 4 large Bedrooms, 2 full and 2 half Baths. Master with whirlpool tub, oak vanity and WIC. Lower level family room with gas fireplace and stone wet bar. Deck overlooks level rear yard. 2 car garage. Gas heat and central air. $310,000 Dir: Rt. 415 to Dallas Center, R on Lake St., L into Elmcrest, R on White Birch to end, R on White Birch. Home on L. Call Kevin Smith 570-696-1195 • 570-696-5420

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311 Lockville Rd Stately brick 2 story. In-ground pool, covered patio, finished basement, fireplace & wood stove, 3 car attached garage, 5 car detached garage with apartment above. MLS# 11-1242 $719,000 Call Joe or Donna 570-613-9080

FORTY FORT

3 Bedroom 1.5 bath ranch with new windows hardwood floors finished basement 2 car garage and a finished basement. MLS 11-3610 $154,900 Call Pat Guesto 570-793-4055 CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE PROPERTIES 570-675-5100

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GREAT REDUCED PRICE! Charming home with hardwood floors, fireplace & Built in's, formal dining room, 2 car garage, sunporch & neat as a pin throughout! Nice location on a tree lined street away from the hustle & bustle! $114,900 MLS# 10-4472 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

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4 Sunset Court

Must see! Located in a private cul-desac. Large enclosed front porch, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 car garage. REDUCED! $139,000 MLS 11-2824

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70 Wesley Street Very nice, move-in condition or good rental property. 1.5 double, 3 bedroom, living room, kitchen, dining room, basement & full attic. Great deal, must sell, only $30,000. Call (570) 762-5119

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

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HARVEYS LAKE

HUGHESTOWN

JENKINS TWP.

143B GROVE ST., Like to entertain? This floor plan lends itself to that with a large kitchen, formal dining and living rooms. A car enthusiast? This garage will hold 4 cars comfortable. Enjoy a hot tub, this workout room has one and French doors opening to the rear yard. Spacious bedrooms, wood burning fireplace. The list goes on and on! Did I mention you are just ¼ of a mile from the lake?! MLS#11-1994 $249,900 Jill Jones 696-6550

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 $104,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

475 S. Main St. 3 bedroom, 1 bath, 2 story home with vinyl replacement windows, vinyl siding, large yard and off street parking. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3545 Price reduced $69,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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2 story in good condition with 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath, eat-in kitchen, 2 car garage, fenced yard & new gas heat. MLS # 10-4324 Reduced to $44,000 Call Ruth at 570-696-1195 or 570-696-5411

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2 BEDROOM 1.5 BATH 36 CEDAR ST. 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 $179,000 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

8 Diamond Ave. Don’t worry about winter in this fully insulated home with new windows. 3 floors of living space lets you spread out and enjoy this house. Large family room addition plus 4 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, 1st floor laundry, large corner lot. Modern kitchen with granite counters. For more information and photos visit www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS #11-622 $119,000 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

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Great Walnut street location. 8 rooms, 4 bedrooms. wall to wall carpet. Gas heat. 2 car garage. Deck & enclosed porch. MLS 11-2833 $99,500 Besecker Realty 570-675-3611

FRANKLIN TWP.

FOR SALE BY OWNER Chalet style split level in country setting. 3 bedrooms, den with wood burning fireplace, living room, dining room, kitchen & family room. Finished basement. 1 car attached garage. Must see! $189,900 Call (570) 333-4987

GLEN LYON

You’ll look long & hard to ever find a beautiful Double like this one! Huge 120x130 lot with detached 2 car garage & loft , modern kitchens, 1.5 baths , pocket doors & so much more! $118,500 MLS# 11-1167 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

BUILT IN 1996, cape cod, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, single car attached garage, eat-in kitchen, office/study, family room, utility room, electric heat, central air, finished basement, 0.18 ACRES, deck. This property has rights to a private lake association. (Lakeview Terrace Dock)

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Enjoy the serenity of country living in this beautiful two story home on 2.23 acres. Great for entertaining inside and out. 3 car attached garage with full walk up attic PLUS another 2 car detached garage. WOW! A MUST SEE! For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS#11-831 $267,000 Call Nancy 570-237-0752 Melissa 570-237-6384

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1301 Murray St. Very nice duplex, fully rented with good return in great neighborhood. For more information and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-2149 $124,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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HANOVER TWP.

94 Ferry Road Nice vinyl sided 2 story situated on a great corner fenced lot in Hanover Twp. 2 bedrooms, 2 modern baths, additional finished space in basement for 2 more bedrooms or office/ playrooms.Attached 2 car garage connected by a 9x20 breezeway which could be a great entertaining area! Above ground pool, gas fireplace, gas heat, newer roof and “All Dri” system installed in basement. MLS #11-626 $119,900 Mark R. Mason 570-331-0982 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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605 Apple Tree Road NOT AFFECTED BY THE SEPTEMBER 2011 FLOOD.White split stone Ranch with 1500 sq. ft. of living space. 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, propane gas fireplace with stone mantel. Custom kitchen with oak cabinets with pull outs. Granite counter tops and island, plaster walls, modern tile bath, open floor plan. 2nd kitchen in lower level. Electric heat, wood/coal burner in basement. Central air, 2 stoves, 2 dishwashers, 2 microwaves, 2 fridges, front load washer and dryer included. Automatic generator. Attached 2 car garage and detached 3 car garage. Home in near perfect condition. For more info and photos view: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-2968 $229,900 Call Lu Ann 570-602-9280

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HARVEYS LAKE

Pole 131 Lakeside Drive Lake front home with 2-story livable boathouse! Year round home offers fireplace, cathedral ceiling, cedar paneling. Boat house has a patio for grilling, open dock space as well as enclosed area for your boat. 2nd floor is a studio style kitchenette/ living room, full bath plus a deck. Take a look! MLS#11-1379 PRICE REDUCED! $384,900 Bob Cook 262-2665 Jill Jones 696-6550

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12 Oakdale Drive Completely remodeled 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home with detached garage & carport on approx 1.5 acres in a nice private setting. MLS# 11-1776 $129,900 Five Mountains Realty 570-542-2141

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This 2 story, 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath home is in the desired location of Jenkins Township. Sellers were in process of updating the home so a little TLC can go a long way. Nice yard. Motivated sellers. MLS 11-2191 $89,900 Call Karen Coldwell Banker Rundle Real Estate 570-474-2340

JENKINS TWP. (Eagle View)

Home/Lot Package Beautiful custom built home with a stunning river view overlooking the Susquehanna River and surrounding area. Custom built with many amenities included. A few of the amenities may include central A/C, master bedroom with master bath, ultramodern kitchen, hardwood floors, cathedral ceiling, and a 2 car garage. There are are many other floor plans to choose from or bring your own! For more details & photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-2642 $375,000 Call Kim 570-466-3338

297 Susquehannock Drive A HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS! HOLIDAYS! Classic 2 story home with 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 2 car garage. Master bedroom with walkin closet, private yard with above ground pool, kitchen overlooks large family room. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-2432 $259,900 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

HARVEYS LAKE

New Listing. Unique Contemporary Log home with full finished lower level family room, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, beautiful stone fireplace, heated In ground pool & a great view of the lake! Very private setting nestled up against the woods, high on the hill. Loads of charm & character, “One of a kind” home. *Agent owned. MLS11-3754 $247,000 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

POLE 265 LAKESIDE DRIVE 44’ of lakefront! This home offers recently remodeled kitchen with Cherry cabinetry, granite counters. Hardwood floors through the kitchen and dining area. Stone fireplace, enclosed porch to enjoy the lake view! The boathouse has a second level patio, storage area, plus dock space. A must see! MLS#11-2018 $369,900 Bob Cook 570-262-2665

KINGSTON

JENKINS TWP 2 Owen Street

JENKINS TWP. 6 Hemlock Gardens Great neighborhood only ¼ mile to Warden Place at Harvey Lake, access to Harveys Lake through the Beach Club at Warden Place. 8 rooms, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, garage, 18 x 36 inground heated pool, 12x27 screened porch, landscaped, workshop, office in lower level, 100x150 lot neat and clean ready to move-in. MLS#11-2357 $146,000 Bob Cook 570-696-6555

Very attractive home with a 2 car garage, new family room & stainless steel appliances. Ample off street parking. NEW PRICE $142,600 MLS# 10-4452 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

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Stately home on a corner lot with a lot of nooks, crannies & built-ins. Lower level living quarters that would be a Teens dream! Formal dining room, fireplace, formal entry & more! $199,500 MLS# 11-1452 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

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111 Church St. Large 3 bedroom completely updated. Big family room. Detached garage. Home warranty included. Walk-up attic. Replacement windows. $149,900 MLS #11-3598 Call Tracy Zarola 570-696-0723

KINGSTON

128 Vaughn St. Beautifully maintained home shows pride of ownership for last 40 years. Upgrades include new kitchen with Kraftmaid cabinets and Corian counter, new hardwood floors, brand new gas furnace, central air and replacement windows. 3 bedrooms, with 2 additional rooms (bedrooms) on finished 3rd floor. 1.5 baths and bonus family room in basement. Fenced yard, deck, garage and off street parking. MLS 11-3864 $149,900 Call Mark Mason 570-331-0982 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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129 S. Dawes Ave. 4 bedroom, 1 bath, large enclosed porch with brick fireplace. Full concrete basement with 9ft ceiling. Lots of storage, 2 car garage on double lot in a very desirable neighborhood. Close to schools and park and recreation. Walking distance to downtown WilkesBarre. Great family neighborhood. Carpet allowance will be considered. For mor info and photos visit: www.atlas realty.inc.com $129,900 MLS #11-1434 Call Tom 570-262-7716

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29 Landon Ave N Striking curb appeal with charm to spare! Hardwood floors throughout the first floor, beautiful arched doorways, gas fireplace, lots of closet space, modern kitchen and a large updated main bath. MLS#11-3075 $144,900 Call Mary Price 570-696-5418 570-472-1395

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549 Charles Ave. A quality home in a superior location! Features: large living room; formal dining room with parquet flooring; oak kitchen with breakfast area; 1st floor master bedroom & bath suite; bedroom/ sitting room; knotty pine den; half-bath. 2nd floor: 2 bedrooms & bath. Finished room in lower level with new carpeting & wetbar. Central air. 2-car garage. Inground concrete pool with jacuzzi. $324,900 MLS# 10-1633 Call Joe Moore 570-288-1401

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KINGSTON 83 E. Vaughn St

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Yes, it’s really true, $120,000. From the Room size entrance foyer to every room in the house, you find PERFECTION. Living Room, Dining Room/Family Room, Large Kitchen, Butler-style work area, 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 bath, lovely enclosed screenedin porch. Off street parking. Choice location. 11-2155 $120,000 Joan Evans Real Estate 570-824-5763 KINGSTON

Completely remodeled, mint, turn key condition, 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, large closets, with hardwoods, carpet & tile floors, new kitchen and baths, gas heat, shed, large yard. $134,900, seller will pay closing costs, $5000 down and monthly payments are $995/month. Financing available. WALSH REAL ESTATE 570-654-1490

KINGSTON

NEW LISTING

Beautiful modern 3 bedroom and 1.5 bath home on large lot. 1 car garage. Hardwood floors, family room on first floor and basement. New gas heat, windows, electrical security, fireplace, walk up attic. Must See. Call for details MLS 11-2415 $210,000 Nancy Answini 570237-5999 JOSEPH P. GILROY REAL ESTATE 570-288-1444 KINGSTON

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Sunday 12pm-5pm 46 Zerby Ave Lease with option to buy, completely remodeled, mint, turn key condition, 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, large closets, with hardwoods, carpet & tile floors, new kitchen and baths, gas heat, shed, large yard. $134,900 (30 year loan @ 4.5% with 5% down; $6,750 down, $684/month) 100% OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE Call Bob at 570-654-1490

177 Third Ave. Neat as a pin! 3 bedroom, 2.5 baths, end unit townhome with nice fenced yard. Bright Spacious kitchen, main level family room, deck w/ retractable awning. Gas heat/central air, pull down attic for storage and 1 car garage. Very affordable townhome in great central location! MLS 11-1282 $134,500 Mark R. Mason 570-331-0982 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

KINGSTON

SALE BY OWNER! Charming, well maintained. Front porch, foyer, hardwood floors, granite kitchen, 4 bedrooms, living room/large dining room, 2 fireplaces, 2.5 baths, sun room, basement with plenty of storage. Private English style back yard. $195,000 570-472-1110

KINGSTON

76 N. Dawes Ave. DO THE MATH! Qualified FHA buyers could possibly be paying less than $900 per month for mortgage, taxes and insurance. NOW is the time to buy. Stop throwing your money away renting. Well cared for 2 bedroom home with private yard, garage and driveway. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-2278 $129,900 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

167 N. Dawes Ave. Move in condition 2 story home. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, hardwood floors, ceramic throughout. Finished lower level, security system For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-1673 $154,900 Call Tom 570-262-7716

LAFLIN

5 Fairfield Drive Motivated seller! Move right in just in time to entertain for the holidays in this 3 bedroom 2.5 bath home in a private setting. Prepare for the festivities in this spacious gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances and Subzero refrigerator. Your guests can enjoy the spectacular view of the West mountains. Must see to appreciate all of the amenities this home has to offer. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-1686 $314,900 Call Keri 570-885-5082

LAFLIN

Lovely brick ranch home in great development. 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. All hardwood floors, brand new roof. 2 family rooms suitable for mini apartment. 1st floor laundry, sunroom, central air, alarm system, 1 car garage and electric chair lift to lower level. Very good condition. MLS 11-2437 $210,000 Call Nancy Answini 570-237-5999 JOSEPH P. GILROY REAL ESTATE 570-288-1444

375 Warren Ave. Motivated Sellers! Selling below appraised value!!! 2-story home with 3 bedrooms, full bath and all appliances included. Tons of closet space including cedar closet and a basement ready to be finished. Nice size yard with a private driveway located near Wyoming Valley West elementary and middle schools. Call for an appointment today! MLS#11-1969 $94,500 Karen Altavilla 570-283-9100 x28

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Move right into this 3 bedroom 1.5 bath townhouse with many recent updates including new bath room /kitchen and finished basement. $131,900 Call 570-903-6308

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LAKE HARMONY

Spacious ranch with 4 bedrooms, 1 3/4 baths, 18x22 Family room with fireplace on a 102x150 lot. Fantastic view from the rear deck! MLS# 11-2609 $147,500 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

LAFLIN

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210 Beechwood Dr Rare brick & vinyl tri-level featuring 8 rooms, 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, family room with fireplace, rear patio, sprinkler system, alarm system & central air. $204,900 CALL DONNA 570-613-9080

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3 Main Street

3A Ridgewood Neat, clean and updated! Spacious rooms throughout. Sunken living area with accent wall for fireplace. Large loft with entertainment area. Jacuzzi in master bath/shower. New carpet. Freshly painted. No outside maintenance. MLS 10-7583 $144,900

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LAKE SILKWORTH

Brand new Ranch, approximately 50 yards from lake. 3 bedroom, 2 baths, laundry room, full basement. Deeded lake access. MLS 11-2346 $135,000 Barbara Strong 570-762-7561 ANTONIK & ASSOCIATES 570-735-7494

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

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Historic 120+ year old home, many original details, new roof, updated electrical and a huge garage. Currently a gift shop. Corner lot, newly paved parking area. $170,000 MLS 11-2115. Call Betty at Century 21 Smith Hourigan Group 570-287-1196 ext 3559 or 570-714-6127

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MOUNTAIN RD. Contemporary home on approx. 1 acre with “valley views”. Raised gardens, fish pond and manicured setting. Home is multi-level featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, galley kitchen, great room with fireplace. MLS#11-1079 Reduced to $249,000 Maribeth Jones 570-696-6565

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Dallas

Beautiful 3300 sq.ft. custom built Tudor home on 3.7 +/- acres w/stream, pond & gorgeous landscaping in a great country like setting. A home you’ll be proud to own. MLS#10-4516. $399,900

New Listing ~ Dallas

Fireside comfort ﬁlls this wonderful 3-4 bedroom, 2.5 bath traditional on a quiet street. Nothing to do but move in. Oﬀers formal LR, DR, modern kitchen, family rm w/FP + large bonus room. MLS#11-4069 Just $265,000

Dallas

Country comfort fills this gracious 4-BR, 1.5 BTH 2-story traditional home in a quiet country setting. Recently renovated, it offers a large modern kitchen, formal DR, LR, 1st Floor Laundry + natural wood floors & 2-car garage. MLS#10-4574. $169,000

Hanover

If you’ve reached the top, live there in this stunning 3,900 sq. ft. 4br, 4bth executive home in a great neighborhood. Oﬀers formal lr, dr, 2 family rms, ﬂorida rm & kitchen any true chef would adore. Picture perfect condition. MLS#11-1005 Just $349,900

Dallas

If you enjoy contemporary drama, take a look at this 4,000+ sq. ft. impressive 5 BR, 4 BTH masterpiece cradled on 4 acres of grounds. Its innovative design oﬀers family privacy, yet spacious rooms for entertainment. Great views from decks & patio. MLS#11-3761 Just $349,000

Dallas

Beautiful historic 1800s home on 1.72acre lot. 4BR, 2.5 baths, LR w/stone FP, DR, library, LL rec room w/workshop, C/A, gas heat & loft in garage w/(1) horse stall stable. MLS# 11-3104 $249,500

The seasons are changing quickly. The holidays will soon be here. With that in mind, and Thanksgiving just a few short weeks away, I’d like to take a moment to sit back and reflect upon our families, dear friends, our homes, and being able to live in this free country, where everything is possible and every dream can come true. It’s a time to be thankful. I’m thankful for all the wonderful people I’ve had the pleasure to meet, and the opportunity to serve in either finding the home of their dreams or selling an existing property.

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Looking for maintenance-free living? Then take a look at this attractive 2-BR, 2-BTH free-standing condo in a great adult community ready for immediate occupancy. Offers open floor plan w/cathedral ceilings & hardwood floors. LR w/FP, granite countertops in KIT. Complex offers pool, tennis court & putting green. MLS#10-4702. $200,000

Kingston

This 6 BR, 2 BTH 3 story traditional makes a perfect family home. It’s the home you’ve been waiting for at a price you can aﬀord. Great location, close to schools and shopping. MLS#11-3760 Only $130,000

New Listing ~Wilkes-Barre

Unusually spacious architecturally designed cedar sided duplex in family neighborhood close to downtown. Both units are in excellent condition offering a formal LR w/FP, dining room, attractive kitchen & a charming breakfast nook. Off street parking for 4 cars. MLS#11-4083 Offered at $98,500

Forty Fort

Lewith & Freeman Real Estate

If you’re a fan of city lights, enjoy them from the custom built deck of this stunning 2 story contemporary home in a great neighborhood. Picture perfect condition - nothing to do but move in. MLS#11-3663 $275,000 ,

69 N. Memorial Highway, Shavertown, PA 18708

Attractive 3BR, 1 bath home in convenient location. Formal LR/DR, FR w/sliding doors to large rear deck & great level lot. -2083 New Price Pri rice c $119,000 MLS# 11-2083 New

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Land For Sale

Woodridge Attractive lot w/a nice view is what this 2.31-acre lot oﬀers in a sought-after neighborhood. All utilities, including gas, available for hook-up. Topographic survey done. MLS#11-1343 $169,900

1360 Lower Demunds Rd. , Dallas

Ashley Buildable lot in convenient location. MLS#07-3245 $10,000

Building for Lease

Sweet Valley Attractive oﬃce space in excellent condition - Nothing to do but move in. Location on Main Road gives great visibility. This property is for ‘’rent’’ only. MLS#10-4504 $600.00 a month plus utilities.

A grand entrance leads you to this stunning 4 BR Craftsman style home on 11+ acres complete w/pond, stream & rolling meadows. This dramatic home is in pristine condition. The 2 story great room w/stone FP & warm wood walls is one of the focal points of this home. Oﬀers modern kitchen/baths, formal LR & family room. Recently built 3 car garage w/guest quarters above is a plus. You’ll spend many hours on the large wraparound porch this Fall, Spring & Summer overlooking your estate. Rarely does a home like this come on the market. MLS#11-1741

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Open House • 1:00-3:00 Year-round beauty featuring cedar and stone siding, central aid conditioning, hardwood floors. Modern kitchen with granite island, 4 bedrooms, fireplace in master, 2 baths. Sunroom with glass walls for great lake views. Low taxes. MLS#11-1753 Reduced to $299,000 or rent for $1,250/mos Maribeth Jones 570-696-6565

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87 Mara Lane 3BR/3BA End Unit Townhouse - tons of upgrades! MLS#11-2759 Dir: River St Plains to River Mist, at top of hill, R onto Mara Ln, home on R

4 Kyra Way Upgraded 3BR/3BA Townhouse - A must see! MLS#11-2460 Dir: River St Plains River Mist to top of hill Townhome to L

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Hosted By: Carol Shedlock 570-407-2314 & Mary Cordaro 570-905-6693

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254 Harland Street Cape Cod in great location, some hw under carpet, 2 car garage, out of ﬂood zone. MLS#11-3835 Dir: Wyoming Ave, 1st St, quick L on Scarborough, R on Harland

274 Mathers Drive Sprawling 3BR/3BA Ranch MLS#11-1531 Dir: 309 N, L at Church, quick L on Mathers Dr

$349,900

$224,999

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5 Kyra Way Close to new 3BR/3BA Townhome...neat as a pin. MLS#11-2797 Dir: River St Plains River Mist to top of hill Townhome to L

44 Mara Lane New construction Townhouse featuring Master BR/BA on 1st ﬂ MLS#11-2780 Dir: River St Plains to River Mist

Hosted By: Carol Shedlock 570-407-2314 & Mary Cordaro 570-905-6693

$209,900

$198,900

$224,900

$94,000

Hosted By: Sandy Oros 570-574-0388

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PLYMOUTH

993 Sunrise Dr. Horizon Estates Fabulous end unit townhome provides luxurious, carefree living. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths with 1st floor master suite. Ultra kitchen with granite and stainless appliances. Dining room with built in cabinet. 2 story living room with gas fireplace and hardwood. 2 car garage, maintenance free deck, nice yard that can be fenced. Low HOA fee for snow removal and grass cutting. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3488 $289,900 Call Terry 570-885-3041 Angie 570-885-4896

3 unit income property on extra deep lot with frontage on 2 streets. Single family home next door (MLS#11-2228) also for sale. Possible commercial use with rezoning. $78,000 MLS#11-2244 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

Don’t miss this spacious 2 story, with a 17 x 11 Living room, formal dining room, eat in kitchen plus ½ bath on the first floor & 2 bedrooms & bath on 2nd floor. Extras include an enclosed patio and a detached garage. Reasonably priced at REDUCED! $34,900. MLS 11-2653 Ann Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

330 Charles St. Very nice 2 bedroom home in move in condition with updated kitchen and baths. Nice yard with shed and potential off street parking. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3525 $59,900 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

LUZERNE

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

LUZERNE

807 North St

Lovely modern large ranch with 4 or 5 br including a master suite with walkin closet. Full finished basement with a separate room presently used as a functioning beauty shop and 1/2 bath. Beautiful back yard with 2 covered patios one with hot tub. Gas heat, all hw floors on first level, professional landscaping, neutral decor, oversized 1 car garage, lots of closets and storage & much more. MLS 11-3139 $172,000 Call Nancy Answini 570-237-5999 JOSEPH P. GILROY REAL ESTATE 570-288-1444

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807 North Street NEW LISTING Lovely modern large ranch with 4 or 5 bedrooms including a master suite with walk in closet.Full finished basement with a separate room presently used as a functioning beauty shop and 1/2 bath. Beautiful back yard with 2 covered patios, one with hot tub. Gas heat, all hardwood floors on first level, professional landscaping, neutral decor, oversized 1 car garage, lots of closets and storage & much more. MLS#11-3139 $172,000 (570) 237-1032 (570) 288-1444

130 CHURCH RD

Enjoy the fall foliage right from your own home! This colonial style home offers double entry doors leading into the formal living and dining rooms. Spacious kitchen - breakfast area, family room opening to the fenced rear yard. Large 3-season room with cathedral ceiling. Hardwood floors, fireplace, recently remodeled full and ½ bath plus 2-car garage. Located on 3+ acres. MLS# 11-2600 $183,900 Call Jill Jones 570-696-6550

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257 Main Road S 2 bedroom Ranch. Large rear yard. Hardwood floors! Large eat-in kitchen. Large living room with hardwood and family room with carpet. New roof in 2011! Ideal starter home. MLS#11-1966 $119,000 Call Jim Graham at 570-715-9323

MOUNTAIN TOP

3 story, 5 bedroom home completely remodeled in & out. $245k with owner financing with 20% down or will lease with option to purchase. tj2isok@gmail.com

MOUNTAIN TOP

130 CHURCH ROAD The feel of a true colonial home with double entry doors off the foyer into the living room and dining room. Spacious kitchen breakfast area, family room leading to a fenced rear yard. 3-season room with cathedral ceiling. Hardwood floors, fireplace, recently remodeled 2.5 bath and 2-car garage. Located on 3.77 acres, all the privacy of country living yet conveniently located. MLS#11-2600 PRICE REDUCED $183,900 Jill Jones 696-6550

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ENORMOUS 4+ bay garage!! Plus 1 more garage for gadgets! Pretty 4 bedroom Cape with a supplemental coal unit and a beautiful view from the back yard. NEW PRICE!!

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CAPE ANN: Large & Bright, 3 bedrooms, eat-in kitchen, Carrara Glass Bathroom, Finished Lower Level, Family Room (knotty pine) with BAR. Oil heat, very large lot. Estate. View the mountains from the front porch. #11-2970 BIG REDUCTION! NEW PRICE $89,000 Go To The Top... Call JANE KOPP REAL ESTATE 570-288-7481

NANTICOKE

414 E. Grove Street 3 bedroom, 1 bath, 2 story with off street parking, backyard, new oil furnace, windows, wiring, kitchen, bath, flooring & paint. Excellent condition. $86,000. Call Bill Remey @ 570-714-6123

NANTICOKE

MLS# 11-2088 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

NANTICOKE

This very nice family home, as it has been for many years, with a detached garage, 1 3/4 baths, 4 bedrooms & so much more is waiting for your private tour. MLS #11-2654 $78,600 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

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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 $84,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

NEW PRICE!! 92 Tompkins Street Totally remodeled 2-story; 7 rooms, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2-car garage, deck, rear fence. MLS# 11-2770 $99,900 CALL JOE OR DONNA 570-613-9080

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44 Lambert Street

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Beautiful cozy home! Upstairs laundry, lots of closet space. Tastefully renovated. Extra large driveway. Low maintenance. Thermostats in each room. MLS#11-2210 $89,900 or $800/month (570) 885-6731 (570) 288-0770

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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 $59,000 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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REDUCED! Motivated Seller! $116,900. 619 S. Hanover St Nicely appointed brick 2-family. 2nd unit on 2nd and 3rd floors has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths currently at $400/mos below market value of at least $600/mos. Most windows replaced throughout. Heated 2-car detached garage, rear covered patio, fenced-in side yard. MLS#11-2538 Call Steve Shemo (570) 288-1401 (570) 793-9449

PITTSTON

51 Plank St. 4 bedroom Victorian home completely remodeled with new kitchen & baths. New Berber carpet, modern stainless steel appliances in kitchen. Private yard, wrap around porch, corner lot with off street parking. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 11-2864 $99,900 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

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10 Garfield St. Looking for a Ranch??? Check out this double wide with attached 2 car garage on a permanent foundation. Large master bedroom suite with large living room, family room with fireplace, 2 full baths, laundry room, formal dining room, vaulted ceilings throughout and MORE! For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 10-2463 $89,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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Privacy abounds this beauty on almost 3 acres of “Pure Privacy” tucked away from the hustle & bustle of everyday stress. 4 bedrooms, 1 3/4 baths with a 2 car detached garage & workshop. This 19x30 master bedroom will knock your socks off! MLS #11-2705 $252,000 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

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168 Mill St. Large 3 bedroom home with 2 full baths. 7 rooms on nice lot with above ground pool. 1 car garage. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3894 $89,900 Tom Salvaggio 570-262-7716

New Listing. Wonderful home on a huge country size lot, in a private setting, just off the beaten path. Economical Dual heat system, central A/C plus ductless unit, Lower Level family room, detached 2 car garage, fireplace & a great view from the front porch! MLS 11-3733 $229,900 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

MOVE-IN CONDITION! Good starter home. 2 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths. Replacement windows. Newer roof. Freshly painted. New carpet. Basement with two levels. Parking in front of home. Priced to sell! MLS 11-2508 $39,900 Joan Evans Real Estate 570-824-5763

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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 $169,900 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

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122 PARNELL ST. Beautiful bi-level home on corner lot. 7 rooms, 3 bedrooms, newer roof and windows. Fenced in yardFor more info and phtos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.om MLS 11-2749 $189,900 Call Tom 570-262-7716

38 Frothingham St. Four square home with loads of potential and needs updating but is priced to reflect its condition. Nice neighborhood. Check it out. For more info and photos visit: www. atlasrealtyinc.com MLS 11-3403 $69,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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NEW LISTING 3 bedroom Townhouse in “Rivermist” with 2.5 bath, 1 car garage & all new carpeting & painted interior throughout! MLS#11-3153 $184,500 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

PLAINS 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath. Luxury 1,950 sq ft end unit Townhome in sought after River Ridge. Gas heat, CAC, Hardwood & wall to wall. Marble tile master bath with jetted tub & seperate shower. $199,500 Call 570-285-5119 PLAINS

74 W. Carey St. Affordable home with 1 bedroom, large living room, stackable washer & dryer, eat in kitchen. Yard with shed. Low taxes. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-4068 $37,500 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

PLAINS

KEYSTONE SECTION 9 Ridgewood Road

TOTAL BEAUTY 1 ACRE- PRIVACY Beautiful ranch 2

bedrooms, huge modern kitchen, big TV room and living room, 1 bath, attic for storage, washer, dryer & 2 air conditioners included. New Roof & Furnace Furnished or unfurnished. Low Taxes! New price $118,500

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89 Lambert St

This pleasant brick 3 bedroom on a wide lot, sits nicely back from the street. Recently remodeled. MLS 11-1080 $88,000. Call Betty at Century 21 Smith Hourigan Group 570-287-1196 ext 3559 or 570-714-6127

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48 Lewis St. Move right into this cute Cape Cod. It is in a nice neighborhood and has a first floor master bedroom. This is a must see! MLS 11-3277 $149,900 Call Joe Caprari 570-239-9663

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PITTSTON TWP. 99 1/2 Pine St. The owner of this house took pride in its upkeep. It is meticulous. Home has 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, eat in kitchen, living room and dining room. Walkout basement with paneled walls and heat. Large yard with newer one car detached garage, accessed from rear alley. MLS 11-3555 $48,000 Call Terry 570-885-3041 Angie 570-885-4896

PITTSTON

Handyman Special Pine Street House, and/or separate corner lot property $10,000. each, or $15,000. for both. Call (215) 295-6951

754 Laurel St. Absolutely beautiful move in condition. This 2 bedroom Ranch home with fully finished basement is in excellent condition. Come and see for yourself. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 11-3796 $129,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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Exquisite 4 bedroom. Formal living room, floor to ceiling brick fireplace. Formal dining room. Beautiful eat in kitchen, cherry cabinetry, granite counters, stainless steel appliances. Master suite, ash hardwood floors, his/her closets and balcony. Master bath, cherry vanity and granite counters. Spacious 24x28 family room, entertainment unit & bar. Office, built-ins. Sunroom. Three car garage. Completely updated and well maintained. This home is conveniently located on 2.5 park like acres just minutes from Cross Valley. MLS#11-2008 $519,000. Call Ruthie 570-714-6110

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17 N. Beech Road (N. on Main St., Plains, turn right in Birchwood Hills and onto Beech Rd, House o right) Lovely updated Ranch home with 3 bedrooms, 1 bath. 1 car garage in the very desirable Birchwood Hills development. Electric heat, newer roof, great curb appeal. Huge fenced in back yard with new shed, plenty of closets and storage. www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3003 $139,900 Call Keri Best 570-885-5082

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Union St. FOR SALE OR RENT Commercial-Large Quonset building; 4536SF of floor space plus 4 separate rental units. 2 rented, 2 available. Potential to build another building on the property. Close to Luzerne exit of the Cross Valley Expressway exit 6. Owner says sell! MLS#10-320 Reduced to $210,000 Maribeth Jones 570-696-6565

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better than new end unit condo, with 1st floor master bedroom and bath, Living room with gas fireplace, hardwood floors in living, dining room & kitchen, granite countertops and crown molding in kitchen, with separate eating area, lst floor laundry, heated sunroom with spectacular view, 2 additional bedrooms, full bath and loft on the 2nd floor, 2 car garage, gas heat and central air, priced to sell $274,500 MLS 11-2324 call Lu-Ann 602-9280

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Large 4 bedroom, 1 bath home on extra deep lot with frontage on 2 streets. Multi family unit (MLS #11-2244) next door also for sale. Possible commercial use with rezoning. $93,500 MLS# 11-2228 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

Updated 2-story, 3 bedroom, 2 bath home has 1 car garage & carport, fenced rear yard with tiered deck and more. MLS#11-3655 $152,000 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

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78-80 Academy St. Well maintained double block with separate utilities on a nice street in Plymouth. This double block has a fencedin yard and offstreet parking through the rear alley access. Oneunit has 7 rooms with ¾ bedrooms, (great for owner occupied) and the other has 4 rooms with 2 bedrooms. Make an appointment today! MLS#11-1171 $67,500 Karen Altavilla 570-283-9100 x28

PRINGLE 372 Hoyt Street

This two story home has 4 bedrooms with space to grow. First floor has gas heat and second floor has electric heat. Off street parking for one in back of home. MLS 11-640 $59,900 Call Karen Coldwell Banker Rundle Real Estate 570-474-2340

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1195 Sutton Road Attractive, wellmaintained saltbox on 2 private acres boasts fireplaces in living room, family room & master bedroom. Formal dining room. Large Florida room with skylights & wet bar. Oak kitchen opens to family room. 4 bedrooms & 3 1/2 baths. Finished lower level. Carriage barn $449,000 MLS# 10-3394 Call Joe Moore 570-288-1401

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48 Woodcrest Drive Great end unit townhouse in Woodcrest Estates! Located within walking distance to Mohegan Sun and a few minutes drive to the Wyoming Valley Mall and I-81. Low HOA fees. New roof! Don’t miss an opportunity to live carefree & have someone else shovel your snow & mow your lawn! A great price! MLS#10-4416 $119,900 Karen Bernardi 570-371-8347 Ray Bernardi 570-283-9100 x34

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12 Windy Drive New construction in the exclusive Slocum Estates. Stone & Stucco exterior. All the finest appointments: office or 5th bedroom, hardwood floors, crown moldings, 9' ceilings 1st & 2nd floor. Buy now select cabinetry & flooring. MLS #11-1987 $499,000 Call Geri 570-696-0888

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Woodland Road Attractive 3 bedroom ranch, central AC, attached two car garage. 9 years young, large lot. Call Jim for details. Affordable at

$169,500 Towne & Country Real Estate Co. 570-542-5708 or 570-735-8932

Lovely 3 bedroom 2400 sf Cape Cod with modern eat-in kitchen, large sunroom & family room. Master bedroom with master bath. Central air, gas heat & 2 car garage. Very well landscaped with beautiful paver sidewalks. Quiet neighborhood. Possible 6 month rental for the right tenant. $229,000 Call Ruth Smith 570-696-1195 or 570-696-5411

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Lovely Country setting for the cute BiLevel on 5.34 acres. Property features 4 bedrooms, 1.75 baths, living room, kitchen, family room & laundry room. Plus 2 car attached garage, 30' X 35' detached garage and 14' X 28' shed. MLS 11-1335 $210,000 FIVE MOUNTAINS REALTY 570-542-2141 SHICKSHINNY 178 SWEET VALLEY RD

Sunday, Nov-6 12NOON - 1:30PM NEW Brick Ranch on 1 acre. (11-4576) $274,000 Directions: Rt. 118 6 miles Left at Olive Diner. Pass Good China CO. & stay far Left at fork. Pass Sylvan Lake access to sharp curve Left on Skurant. House approx .5 mile on Right. O’BOYLE REAL ESTATE LLC 570-586-2911 SHICKSHINNY

Completely remodeled 3 bedroom, 1.75 bath brick & aluminum ranch on over 4 acres with Pond. New stainless steel appliances, 2 car attached and 1 car built-in garage, paved driveway, open front porch, 3 season room, rear patio, brick fireplace & property goes to a stream in the back. PRICE REDUCED $179,900 MLS# 10-4716 FIVE MOUNTAINS REALTY 570-542-2141

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108 Hilltop Dr. Asking $215,000 Owner Relocating Make An Offer 6 Acre Horse Farm with Stable One Year Home Warranty Only 2 Miles From Sugarloaf Golf Course Private ranch, hardwood floors in Living Room, halls & bedrooms. Great kitchen. Dining area, sliding doors to huge composite deck overlooking pool and fenced yard. 24x40 3 bay stable / garage. The perfect dog lover's paradise easily converted for dog breeders or hobbyists with plenty of room for exercise yard and agility course. Plenty of room for horses or just to enjoy! Directions: Take Rt. 93 in Conyngham to Rock Glen Rd. Proceed 6 miles to Right on Cedar Head Rd. Go. 8 miles to stop sign. Go straight over 2 wooden bridges. Take Right on Hilltop Dr. House 1/2 mile on left. 11-2539 Call Michael Pinko (570) 899-3865

Smith Hourigan Group 570-474-6307 SWEET VALLEY 570 Grassy Pond Rd

Nice Country BiLevel 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. MLS 11-1094 $319,900 FIVE MOUNTAINS REALTY 570-542-2141

SWOYERSVILLE

2 Unit Duplex & Double Block with a 4 Bay Garage. Family owned for many years. BIG REDUCTION $100,000 MLS# 09-1643 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

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KINGSTON All brick 2 story, 3BR, 1.5 bath home. Eatin kitchen, formal dining room, family room, gas heat, C/A and nice yard. MLS# 11-4045 TERRY NELSON 714-9248 $155,000

LAFLIN 3BR Ranch w/2 car garage, 2 baths, modern oak kitchan, HW, finished lower leve, deck, screened porch, fenced yard & handicap accessible. MLS# 11-4003 MARIE 881-0103 $156,900

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HANOVER TWP. Immaculate updated 3BR Bi-level. Great LL bar & FR. 1 car heated garage. Big new deck & hot tub! MLS# 11-4052 NANCY PALUMBO 714-9240 $159,900

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HARVEYS LAKE 3BR, 2 bath move-in condition remodeled top to bottom plus nice fenced yard. Lake access available at Warden Place Beach. MLS# 11-3398 MARK 696-0724 $135,000

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1360 Lower Demunds Road

5 Sherwood Road

1012 Sarah Street

DALLAS DAKOTA WOODS - Carefree Condo -Bright & spacious w/3 BRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 1st flr master, study/library, kit w/granite & upscale appâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ls, 2 car gar. MLS#11-3208 RHEA 696-6677 $379,000 Dir: Rt 309N to R into Dakota Woods.

DALLAS Stunning craftman-style home on 11+acres. 4BRs, 3 baths, modern Kit, formal DR & FR, 3 car garage w/guest quarters above. MLS# 11-1741 BARBARA M. 696-0883 $499,000 Dir: Rt.309N - R on Lower Demunds Rd - Home on L.

DALLAS Immaculate 4BR 3 bath brick front home in Northwoods. Many amenities include HW floors in the LR & DR, cherry kitchen w/breakfast area that opens to deck overlooking a lg yard & gazebo. FR w/gas FP, moldings, gas heat, C/A & attached 2 car garage. MLS# 11-1193 RHEA 696-6677 $399,000 Dir: Rt 309N to Rt 415, R on 42nd St, R on North Gate (Northwoods) L on Sherwood.

PINE RIDGE ESTATES Close to work & shopping!! Almost new traditional home in a gorgeous neigborhood. All mod conveniences, 2 stry foyer, granite Kit w/ss appls, open flr plan, gas FP w/stone hearth & 2nd flr lndry. Lg MSTR Ste w/sitting area, whirlpool tub w/shower, walk-in closet, walk-out LL. A must see gem! MLS# 11-138 JOAN 696-0887 $265,000 Dir: From 315N take a L on Laird St (across from Woodlands). Go all the way to the end - road curves to the R - 1st L after curve and 1st L in subdivision. House on R.

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SHAVERTOWN Magnificent views from this inviting contemporary. Open floor plan, ultra kitchen, HW, spa-like MBTH, 5BRs, 3 baths. MLS# 11-952 TRACY Z. 696-0723 $532,000

DALLAS Enjoy this gracious 4BR Tudor home on 5+ acre lot w/ mature landscaping. HW flrs thru-out, 4 FPs, & built in bookcases enhance this architecturally designed home. The MBR & bath located on the first flr w/3 addâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;l BRs, a sunroom & 2 baths on the 2nd flr. Lovely views over look stone patio & yard. MLS#10-3053 RHEA 696-6677 $549,000

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SHAVERTOWN Home of distinction - architectual design. This beautiful home offers views from every room. 7BRs, 5.2 baths, 4 fireplaces, 4 car garage. MLS# 11-1241 GERI 696-0888 $764,000

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

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171 Oliver St. Very well maintained 2 story home. 3 bedrooms and a bath with gas heat. Front room was former store front which would make a nice size family room/den! Many possibilities MLS 11-1451 $74,000 Mark R. Mason 570-331-0982 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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172 Spring Garden St

Make an Offer! Cozy up in this lovely cape cod. Charming interior, nice size deck, fenced rear yard, shed, rec room in basement, utility room, & workshop. Attic is also partially finished with pull down & many possibilities to add more space. Paved driveway & parking for 6 cars, this is not just a drive-by, call for an appointment today! $102,900 Call Stacey Lauer at 570-696-2468

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Enjoy the spectacular view of all seasons from this lovely “Colonial“ situated on over 4 acres of pure country living PLUS privacy, yet only 15 minutes from Dallas. Great kitchen, 2.5 baths & attached 2 car garage. NEW PRICE! $279,900 MLS# 11-1238 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

High on the hill with a country style porch. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, modern eat in kitchen with island. Gas fireplace, large foyer & office. MLS # 11-3717 $79,900 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

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Spacious 3 unit in very nice condition & has been owner occupied for over 40 years. 3 bedrooms each unit, vinyl sided and most all replacement windows, 2 furnaces, ample parking & a lot of old charm! Nice location on tree lined street. MLS#11-3253 $142,500 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

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Beautiful 2 story, 3 bedroom home. Modern kitchen & bath. Nice yard. Gas heat. $69,900. Call 100% OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE Call Bob at 570-654-1490

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PRICE REDUCED!! Enjoy this charming 2 bedroom home with recently updated tile kitchen and bath, laminate floors in bedrooms, large yard, deck and storage shed. MLS#113231. $89,000 Call Matt 570-714-9229 or Darlene 570-696-6678

987 Center St. Country setting surrounds this 4 year old home featuring a large modern kitchen and breakfast area with tile flooring. 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, living room, family room, 2 car garage, front porch and rear deck/ MLS 11-690 $154,900 Call Patty Lunski 570-735-7494 EXT 304 ANTONIK & ASSOC. 570-735-7494

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NEW LISTING Two-story home with updated roof, double lot, two car garage. Large kitchen, 3 bedrooms, living room, formal dining room. MLS#11-3400 $112,000 MaryEllen Belchick 570-696-6566

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292 W. 3rd St. Charming Ranch\ n gre at location with 7 rooms, 3 bedrooms, finished basement, sunroom, central air. Newer roof and windows, hardwood floors. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-2946 REDUCED $119,900 Call Tom 570-262-7716

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321 Franklin St. Great 2 bedroom starter home in the “Garden Village”. Brand new flooring throughout, fresh paint, vinyl siding and replacement windows. Newer electric service, eat in kitchen w/breakfast bar. 1st floor laundry room and off street parking. MLS 11-2302 $89,500 Mark R. Mason 570-331-0982 CROSSING REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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322 SALEM ST.

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

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550 JOHNSON ST Beautiful Colonial home with 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, eat in kitchen & formal dining room located in a wonderful neighborhood. Home has tile floors, ceiling fans, first floor laundry room, & lower level rec room. Gas furnace with baseboard hot water, above ground pool & hot tub. $256,800 Call 570-693-3941 WHITE HAVEN

1303 Promontory Dr Furnishings included, ready to move in. 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch a block & a half from the lake. Well equipped kitchen. Full basement, extra large family room with storage room. MLS 10-9719 $149,900

604 Lily Lake Road 3 bedroom home in beautiful country setting. Large 3 stall detached garage. Priced to sell. MLS#11-1046 $124,900

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Very affordable for what this 3 bedroom, 1.5 home has to offer! Good room sizes, convenient location and “THE PRICE IS RIGHT!” MLS#11-3346 $49,900 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950 WILKES-BARRE

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66 Sunshine Drive Subject to bank short sale approval. Cathedral ceilings. 2 sided L/P Gas Fireplace, washer/dryer bathroom combo. Cozy well used square footage. Wrap deck. 2 utility sheds for storage. MLS 11-2528 $79,900

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WILKES-BARRE 100 Darling St

Nice tow bedroom single, gas heat, enclosed porch, fenced yard. Close to downtown & colleges. Affordable at $42,500. Call Town & Country Real Estate Co. 570-735-8932 570-542-5708

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100 Sheridan St. Nicely maintained home with fenced yard and detached garage. 3 bedrooms, 1/2 baths, 1st floor laundry room. Nice porch, ready to move in. Near Little Flower Manor. MLS 11-1947 $69,900 Call Connie EILEEN R. MELONE REAL ESTATE 570-821-7022

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3 unit commercial building with 2 apartments & a store front operation plus a detached 2 car garage. $75,000 MLS# 11-1724 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

Beautifully maintained double block on large landscaped lot (5 lots). Many updates, hardwood under carpet, ceiling fans, plaster walls and off street parking for 9! Must See! MLS # 11-2651 $110,000 Call Christine Kutz for details. Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950 WILKES-BARRE

WHITE HAVEN

412 Indian Lake Lakefront. Enclosed porch and lower patio looking out over the lake. 4 bedrooms, hardwood floors, master bedroom with view. Screen porch. Basement that can be finished. MLS 10-9989 $225,000

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WILKES-BARRE

116 Amber Lane Very nice bi-level home with newer laminate floors, vaulted ceiling, 2 large bedrooms. Finished lower level with 1/2 bath and laundry room. Large family room, built in garage, and wood pellet stove. No sign, alarm system. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3290 $89,900 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

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711 N. Washington St. Recently remodeled 3 bedroom, hardwood floors, gas heat, 1st floor laundry room. MLS# 112981. $69,000. Call Geri 570-696-0888

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123 Dagobert St. Immaculately kept 2 story, 3 bedroom home in beautiful neighborhood. Home features newer doors, double hung E glass windows throughout. A/c & ceiling fans in all rooms except bathroom. Beautiful year round sunroom in rear. Property includes 50x100 buildable lot, 3 parcels on one deed. A must see! MLS 11-2452 $119,500 Debbie McGuire 570-332-4413 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

Spacious 3 bedroom, 1.5 baths with textured ceilings, updated kitchen, all appliances including dishwasher, tiled bath with whirlpool tub, 2nd floor laundry room. Replacement windows.

Great 4 bedroom home with new kitchen, furnace and bath. Laundry room off kitchen. Newer windows and roof. Hardwood on first floor. Off street parking. Older one car garage. Walk up attic. MLS 11-1478 $69,000 Call Nancy Answini 570-237-5999 JOSEPH P. GILROY REAL ESTATE 570-288-1444

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WILKES-BARRE 62 Schuler St

29 Amber Lane Remodeled 2 bedroom Ranch home with new carpeting, large sun porch, new roof. Move right in! For more info and photos please visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-749 $79,900 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

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35 Murray St. Large well kept 6 bedroom home in quiet neighborhood. Off street parking, good size back yard. Owner very motivated to sell. MLS 10-3668 $79,900 Call Don Crossin 570-288-0770 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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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

3 bedroom, 1 3/4 bath in very good condition. Hardwood floors throughout, updated kitchen and baths, natural woodwork, oversized yard on a double lot. Off street parking. MLS 10-4349 $79,900 Marilyn K Snyder Real Estate 570-825-2468 WILKES-BARRE 74 Frederick St

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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231 Poplar St. Rolling Mill Hill Section Well-Maintained 3 bedroom home in Move-in condition. Hardwood floors, upgraded appliances & great storage space. Private driveway & nice yard. MLS# 10-4456 $75,000 Barbara Young Call 570-466-6940

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Parsons Manor PRICE REDUCED!

184 Brader Drive Large, fenced in corner lot surrounds this 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath ranch. Off Dining Room, enjoy a covered deck. All electric home. AC wall unit. Full basement with 2 finished rooms. Attached garage. Shed. Owner Re-locating out of area. MLS 11-2473 REDUCED!!! $138,000 JANE KOPP REAL ESTATE 570-288-7481

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NEW CONCRETE DRIVEWAY NO FLOODING HERE

Remodeled 2-3 bedroom with eat-in kitchen & oak cabinets; large dining room with oak flooring; laundry room on first floor with 1/2 bath; ceramic tile master bath with granite vanity and walk in linen closet; extra large master bedroom; wrap porch; partially fenced; concrete basement; ceiling fans; stained glass windows; gas heat; wood floor attic; shed; close to mall; quiet, safe neighborhood. Nice view. Move in condition, no repairs needed. Low real estate taxes. $87,500. 570-970-8065, or email aleta59@msn.com

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Pine Ridge Estates 168 Mayock St. Just like new, 3 bedroom Townhome with 1st floor master bedroom and bath, 1st floor laundry with front load washer and dryer, kitchen with stainless appliances, freshly painted, neutral flooring. Window treatments. For additional info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 11-3711 Priced to sell at $159,000 Call Lu-Ann 570-602-9280

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1007 Morgan Drive Beautiful two-story home traditional located high & dry in Pine Ridge Estates, one of WilkesBarre’s newest developments. Features 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, master suite with walk-in closet, 9’ ceilings and hardwoods on 1st floor, family room with gas fireplace, two-car garage and deck. MLS#11-3479 $239,900 Karen Ryan 570-283-9100 x14

WYOMING

MOTIVATED SELLER!! Nicely maintained 2-story traditional in great neighborhood. Modern oak kitchen, open layout in family room/den with new floors, above ground pool in fenced rear yard. 1-car detached garage with workshop area, all on a nice wide lot. MLS#11-2428 REDUCED TO $139,900 Call Steve Shemo (570) 288-1401 (570) 793-9449

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NEW LISTING! 86 HICKORY ST., Cozy 2-unit apartment with parking for 3 vehicles, nice enclosed rear yard, rear shed, washer, dryer, refrigerators included. Can be converted back to single family dwelling. MLS#11-4047 $49,900 Louise Laine 570-283-9100 x20

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Price Reduced! Why pay rent move right in to this well maintained 2 bedroom home with nice yard, privacy fence and garage. MLS# 11-2875 $57,500 Call Andrea 570-714-9244 or Darlene 570-696-6678

314 Horton Street Wonderful Family Home, 6 rooms (3 bedrooms), 1 1/2 baths, two-story, 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 $60,000 GO TO THE TOP... CALL

570-288-7481 Great 3 bedroom home in mint condition. Hardwood floors, fenced lot, garage. MLS#11-2834 $83,900. (570) 237-1032 (570) 288-1444

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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

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Very nice ranch on corner lot in great neighborhood & out of flood zone! Sharp hardwood floors in 2 bedrooms & dining room. Finished basement with 3rd bedroom. Relaxing flagstone screened porch. 1 car garage. One block from elementary school plus high school bus stops at property corner! MLS#11-3831 $139,500 Call Steve Shemo (570) 288-1401 (570) 793-9449

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WILKES-BARRE 54 PENN ST. SALE BY OWNER Spacious, quality home, brick - two story with 6 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bath, two fireplaces, den, heated sunroom off living room, screened porch off formal dining room, modern eat-in kitchen, garage. Many extras... Sacrifice, owner relocating out of state $125,000. MLS 11-2474 JANE KOPP REAL ESTATE 570-288-7481

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185 West River St

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60 Saint Clair St

164 Madison Street

Spotless 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home with hardwood floors, stained glass, and modern kitchen in move-in condition. 11-2831 $79,900 Marilyn K Snyder Real Estate 570-825-2468

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119 Lincoln Ave. Perfectly remodeled Cape in toy town. Nothing to do but move in. Newer kitchen, bath, windows, carpet, electric service and gas hot air furnace. Currently 2 bedroom, 1 bath with a dining room that could be converted back to a 3rd bedroom. Low Taxes! Great home for empty nesters or first time buyers. MLS 11-1630 $105,000 Mark R. Mason 570-331-0982 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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WEST WYOMING

4628 State St Colonial on double lot. Desirable East Side community in carbon county. Flawless rooms, basement& garage. Stone fireplace. Oil heat. Central air. Water filtration & conditioner. Public sewer. Rear deck. Shed with power. MLS 11-3156 $179,900

438 Tripp St

WHITE HAVEN

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

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570-643-2100 C21poconos.com Great 1/2 double located in nice West Pittston location. 3 bedrooms, new carpet. Vertical blinds with all appliances. Screened in porch and yard. For more information and photos visit www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS#10-1535 $49,900 Charlie VM 101

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WAPWALLOPEN 359 Pond Hill Mountain Road

TRUCKSVILLE

Well maintained 3 bedroom, 2 bath double wide in nice neighborhood. Many updates. Landscaped & fenced yard with pool, large deck & koi pond! $99,700 MLS#11-2253 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

16 Miller St. 4 bedroom Cape Cod, one with hardwood floors. Central air, nice yard in Garden Village. For more info and photos visit: www. atlasrealtyinc.com MLS 11-3645 $129,900 Call Tom Salvaggio 570-262-7716

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SUMMIT PLACE Townhome. Pay less mortgage than rent! See this three bedroom, 2 bath home today. MLS#11-2594 $74,999 MaryEllen Belchick 570-696-6566

WILKES-BARRE MINERS MILLS

NEW LISTING! Charming two-story home with hardwood and pine floors, modern kitchen and baths, formal living room and dining room, 3 bedrooms, gas heat, separate 330SF of office space. Detached garage and carport, updated windows, roof and furnace. Zoned business commercial. MLS#11-1010 $99,900 Call Maribeth Jones 570-696-6565

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New Listing. Beautiful home in “Willow View” that shows “Pride of Ownership” throughout! Spacious Florida room that leads to a private yard with extensive landscaping, brand new roof, 3 baths, 4 bedrooms, lower level family room & more! MLS 11-3714 $298,500 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

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12 Reid st. Spacious Bi-level home in semi-private location with private back yard. 3 season room. Gas fireplace in lower level family room. 4 bedrooms, garage. For more informtion and photos visit wwww.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 10-4740 $149,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200 VM 101

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Prime location former Convention Hall. Wonderful opportunity for professional offices. Pkg for 100+ cars. Zoned Hwy Business. MLS#11-3654 MARGY SIMMS 6960891

Lg Commercial warehouse & office space w/over 3.5 acres. Owner financing or lease purchase available. MLS#11-4014 ANDY 714-9225

Currently business on 1st flr, 3 BR apt. on 2nd flr. Lg garage in rear w/storage. Owner financing or lease purchase available. MLS#11-4015 ANDY 714-9225

3.895 Acres on W-B Blvd- 700 front feet provides excellent exposure. Utilities, access road, possible KOZ opportunity. MLS#111346 VIRGINIA ROSE 2889371

Commercial opportunity awaits your business. Main flr is 10,000 SF w/offices, reception area & rest rms. 2nd flr storage. Plenty of pkg on this 4.62 acre parcel. MLS#10-1110 JUDY 714-9230

Large 8000 SF building looking for a new lease on life! Zoned Commercial. MLS#11-4058 SANDY 970-1110 or DAVID 970-1117

Creative business investment opportunity. 10,000 SF bldg on 3 acres. MLS#11-3121 SUSAN LONGO 714-9264

Turnkey restaurant/bar. Liquor license & inventory included + 3 Apts. MLS#11-3895 MIKE 970-1100 or BETTY 970-1119

Outstanding brick bldg! Parking for 7-10 cars. MLS#08-2790 PEG 714-9247

Move-in ready. Use the entire bldg or rent space out. Ten offices, 3 baths, off street pkg. MLS#11-995 TRACEY 696-0723 or JUDY 714-9230

Wonderful opportunity for commercial bldg w/ice cream stand, storefront & apt. Also storage bldg. MLS#11-554 CORINE 715-9321 or MATT 714-9229

5700 SF in Prime downtown 4 Sty brick office bldg, more location. Suitable for office/residence. Full than half rented. High traffic area. 2 lots basement, private parking, Zoned C3. included for pkg. MLS#11-1045 MLS#11-345 ANDY 714-9225 or MARGY 696-0891 MARGY 696-0891

Established restaurant/bar. Prime location - 8000 SF Great investment - Turn multi-use bldg. 1st flr office/commercial Equip & liquor license included + 3 Apts. key gas station w/convenient mart. MLS#11-3896 space & 2 apts on 2nd flr. MLS#11-508 Prime location. MLS#11-1810 MIKE 970-1100 or BETTY 970-1119 RHEA SIMMS 696-6677 GERI 696-0888

6 residential units, 3 commercial retail spaces & a garage. Plenty of parking! MLS#10-3569 JILL 696-0875

Prime location 2-Story Masonry ZONED HWY COMMERCIAL- 4 BR Cape bldg. Ideal for loft apts or sm mfg Cod on 100x556 lot. MLS#11-229 business. Pkg for 36. MLS#11-741 RAE 714-9234 MIKE J 970-1100

3 BR, Ranch w/gar+ Unique Building attached bldg. Zoned HWY COMM. Ideal May be converted to suit your needs for office or sm business. MLS#10-4367 w/zoning approval. MLS#11-302 RAE 714-9234

Many possibilities for 2 retail tenants. Potential for 3rd apt. Off street pkg. MLS#11-2238 ANDY 714-9225 or JUDY 714-9230

Great corner property. Established turn-key Ranch style home includes 2990SF restaurant w/2 apts. Business & building priced to sell! MLS#11-130 Commercial space. MLS#11-459 LISA 715-9335 ANDY 714-9225

900 SF Commercial space on 1st flr. 900 SF 2 BR apt on 2nd flr. Billboard also available to rent on bldg. MLS#10-4309 TINA 714-9251

Affordable bldg waiting for your business. 2 BR apt on 2nd flr. OSP. MLS#11-572 JUDY 714-9230

Auto repair & body shop w/state certified paint booth. 2nd flr storage. MLS#11-2842 ANDY 714-9225

DAVID 970-1117

Multi-Purpose Bldg Great investment! Convenient location on State St - Adjacent lot Gas/Service Station w/3 bays & office. available. MLS#10-4590 MLS#10-467 MARGY 696-0891 or MIKE J 970-1100 Donna Santoroski 788-7504

6000+ SF former furniture store, plus apt. & lots more space. High traffic area. Combined w/12 Davenport. MLS#11-3865 RAE DZIAK 714-9234

Could be great loft style home or new home for your business. Priced to sell! MLS#10-2749 DAVID R 970-1117

Warehouse space Join the other Professionals at Lease this building Prime location on Prime Location 32,000SF, w/nice offices, conference room & Kit. Memorial Hwy. Unique space-many 1900SF - 12 pkg spaces. MLS#09- $350/MO. Office or mixed use space this Class A Office Bldg w/Atrium. 4000SF 30+ parking, including trailer spaces $500/MO. Zoned commercial. MLS#11-3547 available. Can be divided. MLS#11-2162 Ample parking. MLS#11-419 possibilities. Zoning B-2. MLS#11-669 3085 MLS#08-1305 JULIO ACOSTA 239-6408 JUDY RICE 714-9230 JUDY 714-9230 MARK 696-0724 MARGY 696-0891 VIRGINIA ROSE 288-9371

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61 Pittston Ave. Stately brick Ranch in private location. Large room sizes, fireplace, central A/C. Includes extra lot. For more information and photos visit www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS #10-3512 PRICE REDUCED $189,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200 VM 101

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89-91 Hillside Ave. Out of the flood plain this double has potential. Newer roof and some windows have been replaced. Property includes a large extra lot. Square ft. approximate. MLS 11-3463 $67,000 Roger Nenni EXT. 32 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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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

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165 Searle St. Double block home, great investment propPerty or live in one side and rent the other. Two 3 bedroom, 6 room 1/2 doubles . Great walk up attic on both sides. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 11-3915 $49,900

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1334 Main St. 1 story, 2,600 sq. ft. commercial building, masonry construction with offices and warehousing. Central air, alarm system and parking. Great for contractors or anyone with office/storage needs. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 11-3156 $84,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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Wellness Center / professional offices. Lease Space Available. Brick/stucco facade offered on building exterior while interior features built-in offices with natural woodwork & glass. Modern style lofts allow for bonus interior space & warehouse space is offered as built to suit. -Spaces Available: 1200 sf, 1400 sf, 4300 sf Warehouse space, also offered as built to suit) -Custom Leases from $8.-$12./ sq. ft. based on terms. -Price/square foot negotiable depending on options. (ASK ABOUT OUR FREE RENT) -Property ideal for a medical, business, or professional offices. -100+ Parking Spaces. Call Cindy 570-690-2689

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33 Market St. Commercial/residential property featuring Ranch home with 3 bedrooms, newly remodeled bathroom, in good condition. Commercial opportunity for office in attached building. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3450 Reduced $159,000 Call Tom 570-262-7716

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423 E. Church St. Great 2 family in move in condition on both sides, Separate utilities, 6 rooms each. 3 car detached garage in super neighborhood. Walking distance to college. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-1608 $123,000 Call Tom 570-262-7716

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113 S. Main St. Newer multi level commercial building in center of downtown Pittston. Many possibilities. Parking in rear. For additional info & photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3886 $200,000 Call Lu-Ann 570-602-9280

PITTSTON

35 High St. Nice duplex in great location, fully occupied with leases. Good investment property. Separate utilities, newer furnaces, gas and oil. Notice needed to show. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3222 $89,900 Call Tom 570-262-7716

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94 Church St. Spacious double block, one with one side owner occupied, 2nd side needs cosmetic care. Off street parking for 2 vehicles, walking distance to the downtown. Pool and patio deck. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 11-3292 $76,500 Call Bill Williams 570-362-4158

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WEST WYOMING 331 Holden St 10-847

Many possibilities for this building. 40 + parking spaces, 5 offices, 3 baths and warehouse. $425,000 Maria Huggler Classic Properties 570-587-7000

WILKES-BARRE 101 Old River Road

Duplex - “Today’s Buy, Tomorrow’s Security” Do you appreciate the gentle formality of beamed ceilings, French style doors with beveled glass & beautiful woodwork? Each unit: 2 bedrooms, bath, living room, dining room, gas heat. Spacious rooms. Separate utilities. 2 car detached garage. 10-0920 $89,900. Joan Evans Real Estate 570-824-5763

WILKES-BARRE

Stately brick building in Historic district. Wonderful 1st block S Franklin. Formerly Lane's. 5700sq ft + full basement for storage. Great professional space. Well maintained. Private parking & garden. MLS#11-345 $495,000 570-696-3801 Call Margy 570-696-0891

WILKES-BARRE

Centrally located, this triplex is fully occupied and has 2 bedrooms in each unit. Nicely maintained with one long term tenant on 3rd floor and off street parking. An annual income of $17,520 makes it an attractive buy. $79,000 MLS 11-825 Ann Marie Chopick 570-288-6654

WEST PITTSTON

Great Investment Opportunity. 2 Storefronts & attached 3 bedroom home all rented out with separate utilities. $125,000 MLS# 11-2185 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

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Former upholestry shop. 1st floor in need of a lot of TLC. 2nd floor apartment in good condition & rented with no lease. Storage area. Off street parking available.

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

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$135,000 SPECTACULAR WATER VIEW! 2 acres overlooking Huntsville Reservoir. Building site cleared but much of woodlands preserved. Perc & site prep done. MLS # 11-2550. Call Christine Kutz for details. Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

DALLAS

New Goss Manor lots. Prices ranging from $59,900 to $69,900. Public water, sewer, gas & electric available. Call Kevin Smith 570-696-1195 or 570-696-5420

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Lot 7 Maple Dr. Private yet convenient location just minutes from interstates. You can fish in your own back yard in the Nescopeck Creek or use the nearby state game lands. Perfect for your vacation cabin or possible year round home! MLS#11-1492 $14,900 Jill Jones 696-6550

Hospital St. Eagle View Great residential lot overlooking the Susquehanna River for a stunning view of the river and surrounding area. Build your dream home on this lot with the best river and valley views in Luzerne County. Gas, telephone, electric & water utility connections are available. For more details & photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-2640 $125,000 Call Kim 570-466-3338

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VACANT LAND Large barn and 28+/- acres close to town. MLS#09-3699 Reduced to $299,000 Maribeth Jones 696-6565

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on available lots in desirable Laflin. Convenient location near highways, airport, casino & shopping. DIRECTIONS Rt 315 to laflin Rd; make left off Laflin Rd onto Pinewood Dr. Lot is on corner of Pinewood Dr. and Hickorywood Dr. MLS 11-3411 $34,900 atlas realtyinc.com Call Keri Best 570-885-5082

LINE UP A GREAT DEAL... IN CLASSIFIED! Crestwood Schools! 126 Acres for Sale! Mostly wooded with approx. 970 ft on Rt. 437 in Dennison Twp. $459,000 Call Jim Graham at 570-715-9323

MOUNTAIN TOP

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

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EXETER

Ida Acres, Wyoming Area School District. 6 lots remain, starting at $38,000. Private setting. Underground utilities. 570-947-4819

EXETER of flood area.

Out 100x125ft. All utilities in place. Building moratorium does not apply to this lot. $45,000 reduced to $42,000 Call 570-655-0530

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

Sell your own home! Place an ad HERE 570-829-7130 HARVEYS LAKE SELLER SAYS SELL! Land with Lake View 90' x 125' Lot with View of the Lake. Sewer Permit Required. $19,000 MLS# 10-2523 Call Cindy 570-690-2689 www.cindykingre.com

570-675-4400

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938 Sunday, Nov-6 1PM-3PM 45 Tamara Hill, Ashley Park. 1995 Colony Keystone 16’ X 76’ Mobile Home. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, laundry room & bonus sun room included. Large corner lot + 2 sheds. Lot Fee only $240/ month. Priced to sell at $18,000. For a showing leave a message at 570-592-4512

LAUREL RUN ESTATES

We have mobile home sites for new and used single & double wides.

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

NEWPORT TOWNSHIP 1 mile south of L.C.C.C. 2 lots available. 100’ frontage x 228’ deep. Modular home with basement accepted. Each lot $17,000. Call 570-714-1296

PITTSTON

19 Ziegler Road Picture a sunrise over the mountain. Ready to build, residential lot. Secluded entrance road from Route 502. Priced to sell! Underground telephone and electric service in place. Make this the site of your future home. MLS#11-486 REDUCED!! $50,000 Ron Skrzysowski (570) 696-6551

overlooking Wilkes-Barre Call 570-823-8499 CELL 570-241-1854

SPRINGBROOK

2 bedroom. Clean. Needs no work. Remodeled throughout. Owner financing. $14,000. 570-851-6128 or 610-767-9456

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DRUMS

SAND SPRINGS GOLF COMMUNITY Townhome in Sand Hollow Village 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath, one car garage conveniently located near I80/I81 & Rt309. References, credit check, security required Dee Fields, Associate Broker 570-788-7511

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HAZLETON

THE "TERRACE" SECTION Located very near Hazleton Hospital. Residential home, Ranch style rental with garage. $1200 a month includes heat & utilities conveniently located near I80. References, credit check, security required Dee Fields, Associate Broker 570-788-7511

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WHITE HAVEN

WOOD FRAME STORAGE BUILDING 1750 sq ft main

floor, 1750 sq ft basement, 475 sq ft 3 rooms, finished with rest room. City water/sewer. Zoned R-3, but zoning variance is possible. 10'W X 8'H garage door. Taxes $643. As Is. $14,000. OBO Call (570) 656-1080

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Out of State Properties

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Apartments/ Furnished

“ALL UNITS MANAGED”

HANOVER TWP. Carey Ave. Bridge

FULLY FURNISHED NEW LOFT APARTMENT. 600 s/f. Includes all utilities, stove, laundry, fridge, micro, dishwasher, disposal, WIFI, cable, A/C, granite, plasma TV, hardwood, lovely modern furniture, large closets, private entrance with deck. Shared inground pool, grill, & off street parking. Smoke on deck. Pictures on request. MUST SEE! 4 miles to 81. $750/month. 570-332-8026

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ASHLEY 122BEDROOM 1 BATH North Main St.

Available now. modern kitchen, off street parking, washer and dryer included, no pets, $400 per month plus electric / $400 security, Call 901-356-4233

ASHLEY

1st floor, 2 bedroom. Off street parking. Washer dryer hookup. Appliances. Bus stop at the door. $575. Water Included. 570-954-1992

ASHLEY

1 or 2 bedroom apt. $475 or $500 per month. Off street parking, stove, refrigerator, sewer. Porch/patio. Credit check, No pets. Call 570-715-7732

VARIOUS LOCATIONS Call for availability 1-2 bedrooms, all modern. • Employment/ Application Required • No Pets/ Smoking • Leases • Very Clean Standards 288-1422

FORTY FORT

Newly renovated, great neighborhood. 2nd floor. Non smoking. Oak floors, new carpet in master bedroom. new windows, 4 paddle fans, bath with shower. Stove & fridge, dishwasher. Off street parking, coin- op laundry. $575 + gas, electric & water. References required, no pets 570-779-4609 or 570-407-3991

HANOVER TOWNSHIP 1 bedroom, Tile

kitchen & bath, wall to wall carpeting, refrigerator & stove provided, washer/ dryer hookup, No Pets, $375/ month + utilities. Available Dec-1st. Call 570-824-5176 after 10 a.m.

HANOVER TOWNSHIP

Great location, 1 bedroom apartment in residential area, all utilities included. $600/month + security. 908-482-0335

HANOVER TWP

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COURTDALE

5 cozy room apartment 2nd floor. Heat, water, stove, refrigerator included. Off street parking. No pets or smoking. $550 + security deposit & references. 570-287-3260

DALLAS (Franklin Township)

1st floor, 2 bedroom. 1 bath. Washer dryer hookup. Carport. $595 + utilities, lease & security. Call after 6. 570-220-6533 DALLAS

NEWBERRY ESTATES

Carriage House fully furnished, 1 bedroom washer, dryer. Country club amenities included. No pets, no smokers. $945/month. 570-807-8669

DALLAS TWP

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$1,800. 2 bedroom/ 2 Bath. Call Us to discuss our great Amenity & Maintenance program! Call 570-674-5278

DALLAS

Large 3 bedroom 2nd floor. No pets. Off street parking. Call Joe 570-881-2517 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 $12,250. 570-675-6936, 8 am-4 pm, Mon-Fri. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE

FORTY FORT

2 bedroom, 2nd floor. $550 per month + utilities. No pets, call 570-239-5841 FORTY FORT Large, modern 2 bedroom, 2nd floor. Eat in kitchen with appliances. Dining area. Spacious living room, bath, A/C units, laundry, off street parking. Great location. No pets or smoking. Garbage & water included. $575 + utilities. Call 570-714-9234

MOOSIC 4 rooms, 2nd floor, heat, water, sewer included. $695. Security /references 570-457-7854

962

Rear Lee Park Ave. 3 bedroom. OSP, References and security required. $600/month 917-225-9961 Mike

HANOVER TWP.

1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, all appliances provided, off-street parking, no pets, Heat, sewer, hot water included, $550 per month + 1st & last month & $400 security deposit. Call: 570-852-0252 after 8:00 a.m.

HANOVER TWP.

3 bedrooms. 2nd floor. Water, hot water, sewer included. Large rooms. Washer/dryer, dishwasher, stove & fridge included. Off street parking. No pets. Section 8 Okay. $650/month. Call (570) 677-2328

HANOVERimmediTWP. Available

ately, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, refrigerator and stove provided, washer/dryer on premises, offstreet parking, small pets ok. $400/per month + utilities, Call 570-357-1138

HANOVER TWP. Out of flood zone.

Private, spacious 2nd floor, 3 bedroom. Wall to wall carpet, large living room & kitchen, 2nd floor porch with spectacular views, washer/ dryer hookup. Garbage & sewer & cable included. $650/ month + utilities & security. 570-592-4133

HARVEYS LAKE

1 bedroom, LAKE FRONT apartments. Wall to wall, appliances, lake rights, off street parking. No Pets. Lease, security & references. 570-639-5920 Harveys Lake

LAKE FRONT

Beautiful lake views! Private Setting. Fully furnished 2 bedroom, 2 bath apartment. Dock, ample parking. $1500 includes cable, DVR, high speed internet and all utilities. Short Term Lease Available 570-639-1469

KINGSTON

Page Avenue 2 bedroom, living room, dining room, off street parking. $450 + utilities. Call 570-752-6399

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KINGSTON

FORTY FORT

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44.59 ACRES

Industrial Site. Rail served with all utilities. KOZ approved. For more information and photos visit www.atlas realtyinc.com $2,395,000 MLS#10-669 Call Charlie

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MAKE AN OFFER! Ideal location between WilkesBarre & Scranton. Ample parking with room for additional spaces. Perfect for medical or professional offices. Contact agent to show. Asking $945,000 Contact Judy Rice 570-714-9230 MLS# 10-1110

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KINGSTON

131 S. Maple Ave. 4 room apartment 2nd floor. Heat & hot water included. Coin Laundry. Off street parking. No pets/smoking. $645 570-288-5600 or 570-479-0486

KINGSTON

3rd floor - living room, eat in kitchen. Heat included. One bedroom & spare room. Close to town & Kingston Corners. $550/month 631-821-8600 x103

KINGSTON

42 Third Avenue 2nd floor, newly remodeled 2 bedroom, 1 bath, fridge & stove included. Washer/dryer hookup. $550 + security. Water & sewer included. No pets. 570-417-2919

KINGSTON

795 Rutter Ave Screened porch, kitchen downstairs with appliances, washer & dryer, upstairs living room, bedroom & bathroom. $510/month + utilities. No pets. 570-417-6729

KINGSTON

Attractive / quiet neighborhood near Kingston Pool. Charming 2 bedrooms + sunroom, oak kitchen, dishwasher, fridge, disposal, washer/ dryer, a/c, basement, garage. Water & Sewer included. No pets. $575 + gas/electric, security, references & lease. 570-466-8041

KINGSTON

Beautiful executive style apartment in large historical home. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, granite kitchen, dining room, living room, basement storage, beautiful front porch washer/dryer. $1,100 monthly plus utilities. No pets. No smoking. 570-472-1110 KINGSTON

EATON TERRACE

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

NANTICOKE

1125 S. Hanover St. 1 bedroom apartment. 570-301-7725

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KINGSTON

Very nice, 3 rooms & bath. No pets. Non-smoking. All utilities included. $575 / month. Call 570-287-3985 KINGSTON West Bennett St. Twinkle in Kingston’s Eye, 2nd floor, 1000 sq. ft. 2 bed, Central Air, washer/dryer and appliances. No pets. Non-smoking. 1 car off street parking. Available Nov-1. $700/month + gas, electric, 1 year lease & security. 570-814-1356

KINGSTON

Wyoming Avenue 2nd floor, 1 bedroom, appliances included, no pets, $425 + utilities. Call 570-287-9631 or 570-696-3936

LARKSVILLE

3 bedroom, 1 bath. $775. With discount. All new hardwood floors and tile. New cabinets / bathroom. Dishwasher, garbage disposal. Washer/dryer hookup. Off street parking. Facebook us at BOVO Rentals 570-328-9984

WILKES-BARRE

1 bedroom. Heat & hot water included, $550 month + Security required 973-879-4730

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LARKSVILLE

Very clean, 1st floor 3 Bedroom with modern bath and kitchen. New flooring, large closets. Off Street Parking, fenced yard. Water & garbage included. Tenant pays electric & gas service. $545/month. No pets. One year lease. 570-301-7723

LUZERNE

1 bedroom, wall to wall, off-street parking, coin laundry, water, sewer & garbage included. $495/ month + security & lease. HUD accepted. Call 570-687-6216 or 570-954-0727

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MOUNTAIN TOP

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

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NANTICOKE

2 bedroom, 1st floor. Large eat in kitchen, fridge, electric stove, large living room, w/w carpeting, master bedroom with custom built in furniture. Ample closet space. Front/back porches, off street parking, laundry room available. No dogs, smoking, water, sewer, garbage paid. $550/mo + gas, electric, security, lease, credit, background check. (570) 696-3596

NANTICOKE

2 bedroom, 2nd floor, washer/dryer hook up. Includes heat, water & trash. Absolutely no pets. Security deposit required. $575/mos. Call (570) 592-1393

NANTICOKE

2nd Floor apartment for a tenant who wants the best. Bedroom, living room, kitchen & bath. Brand new. Washer/dryer hookup, air conditioned. No smoking or pets. 2 year lease, all utilities by tenant. Sewer & garbage included. Security, first & last month’s rent required. $440.00 570-735-5064 NANTICOKE

3 BEDROOM 1/2 DOUBLE

Washer/dryer hookup. Off street parking: Garage & yard $640.+ utilities. Now accepting section 8. 570-237-5823 for appointment

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NANTICOKE 347 Hanover St.

1 bedroom, 1st floor, wall to wall carpet, eat-in kitchen with appliances, washer & dryer hookup, porch & shared yard. $400/mo + utilities & security. New energy efficient gas furnace. Call 570-814-1356

NANTICOKE

603 Hanover St 2nd floor, 1 bedroom. No pets. $500 + security, utilities & lease. Photos available. Call 570-542-5330

NANTICOKE

Spacious 1 bedroom apartment. Washer & dryer, full kitchen. No pets. $465 + electric. Call 570-262-5399

PARSONS

4 bedroom, newly renovated. w/d hookups. No Pets. Proof of employment and references required. $650/per month, (570) 466-4619

PARSONS

Available 12/01/11 Three bedrooms, 1 bathroom, refrigerator, stove and washer/dryer. $650 per month, plus utilities. 1 month rent + security deposit. Call 570-262-4604

PITTSTON 152 Elizabeth Street

Spacious 2 bedroom apartment with ample closet space. Off street parking. All utilities and appliances included. No pets. $795 + lease & security. Call 570-510-7325

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able. 2 bedrooms. All appliances included. All utilities paid; electricity by tenant. Everything brand new. Off street parking. $675-$750 + security & references. Call 570-969-9268

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2 & 2nd floor, $475. 2 bedroom, 2nd floor, $550. 3 bedroom, 1st & 2nd floor, $650. 3 bedroom, 2nd floor, $575. Call Bernie 888-244-2714

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PITTSTON

5 room apartment includes 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, refrigerator, stove and washer/dryer. Water & garbage included. Cats OK. $500 per month, + security deposit. Century 21 Smith Hourigan Group Call Ben at 570-715-7739

PITTSTON EFFICIENCY Unfurnished. 1 bedroom, kitchen, living room. All appliances included. $650/month. 814-2752

PITTSTON

Jenkins Twp.

Newly renovated, 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, living room, kitchen, stove, & fridge included washer/dryer hookup, off-street parking. Heat & water included. $875. per month + security deposit. Credit check & references. Cell 917-753-8192

PITTSTON

New apartment complex, 2 bedrooms, hardwood floors, sewer, garbage & all appliances included. $685/month. Call (570) 878-2738

PITTSTONHUGHESTOWN Completely remod-

eled, modern 2 bedroom apt. Lots of closet space, with new tile floor and carpets. Includes stove, refrigerator, washer, dryer, gas heat, nice yard and neighborhood, no pets. $600/month $1000 deposit. 570-479-6722

PLAINS

15 & 17 E. Carey St Clean 2nd floor, modern 1 bedroom apartments. Stove, fridge, heat & hot water included. No pets. Off street parking. $490-$495 + security, 1 yr lease Call 570-822-6362 570-822-1862 Leave Message PLAINS 1st floor. Modern 2 bedroom. Kitchen with appliances. Convenient location. No smoking. No pets. $550 + utilities. 570-714-9234

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PLAINS 2 47 BEDROOM APT Helen St.

Off-street parking, no pets, 2nd floor, newly remodeled, $400/per month, water and sewer paid, $400/security deposit. Call 570-332-5087

PLAINS

2 bedroom, 1st floor, off street parking, large living space. $400/mo + utilities. No pets or smoking. Call 570-820-8822

PLYMOUTH

Large 2 bedroom 1 bath, ground floor. $525/ month + security. Includes heat, water & sewer. Pets accepted at an additional fee. 310-431-6851

SCRANTON

GREEN RIDGE SECTION Large 1 bedroom. Heat included. Bathroom, eat in kitchen, living room. Off street parking. $650/month (631) 821-8600 x103

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WEST PITTSTON East Packer Avenue 2 bedroom Townhouse with full basement, 1 bath, off street parking. $625/mo + utilities. No Pets. 570-2831800 M-F, 570-3886422 all other times

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 $12,250. 570-655-6555, 8 am-4 pm, Monday-Friday. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE 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 $12,250. 570-655-6555, 8 am-4 pm, Monday-Friday. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE

WHITE HAVEN bedroom. New

2 kitchen & bath. Covered porch. Yard. Off street parking. Close to 80, 940, 437 and 30 minutes to Mohegan Sun Casino. $575/mos. Call (610) 419-6967

WILKES-BARRE

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

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WILKES-BARRE Barney Street

3rd floor, 2-3 bedroom attic style apartment. Eat in kitchen, private entrance. Includes hot water & free laundry. Pets ok. $450 / month. Security, references. 570-237-0124

WILKES-BARRE Clean, 2 bedroom,

duplex. Stove, hookups, parking, yard. No pets/no smoking. $495 + utilities. Call 570-868-4444

WILKES-BARRE

MAYFLOWER AREA 1 bedroom with appliances on 2nd floor. Nice apartment in attractive home. Sunny windows & decorative accents. Off street parking. No pets, no smoking. Includes hot water. $400 + utilities 570-824-4743

WILKES-BARRE Mayflower Section

1 bedroom apartment available. Nice Area. Duplex (1 unit ready now). Heat and hot water. Rent with option to buy. No pets. Call 570-823-7587

WILKES-BARRE SOUTH SECURE BUILDINGS 1 & 2 bedroom

apartments. Starting at $440 and up. References required. Section 8 ok. 570-332-5723

WILKES-BARRE

South Welles St. 1 bedroom, 3rd floor. Covered back porch. Heat, hot water, sewer & garbage included. $425 + security. Section 8 Welcome. 570-589-9767

WILKES-BARRE TWP GEORGETOWN

Beautiful high ceilings in 4 rooms. Smoke free/pet free, ceiling fans & smoke detectors throughout, washer/dryer hook-up, walk-in closet, lots of new replacements. Must See. Sewer fee, paid by Landlord. Security & references required. $575/ month + utilities. Available Dec. 1st. Quiet/clean setting. 570-822-6115 leave message WILKES-BARRE 1 bedroom water included 2 bedroom water included 1 bedroom efficiency water included 2 bedroom single family 3 bedroom single family HANOVER 4 bedroom large affordable 2 bedroom NANTICOKE 2 bedroom large, water included PITTSTON Large 1 bedroom water included PLAINS 1 bedroom water included KINGSTON 3 Bedroom Half Double McDermott & McDermott Real Estate Inc. Property Management 570-821-1650 (direct line) Mon-Fri. 8-7pm Sat. 8-noon

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bedrooms. Includes all utilities, parking, laundry. No pets. From $390. Lease, security & references. 570-970-0847

WILKES-BARRE

135 Westminster St., 2nd floor, 2 bedrooms, living room. Laundry hookup. Recently renovated. Pet friendly. Section 8 Welcome.$475 + utilities. Call 570-814-9700

WILKES-BARRE

151 W. River St. NEAR WILKES 1st floor. 2 bedrooms, carpet. Appliances included. Sewer & trash paid. Tenant pays gas, water & electric. Pet friendly. Security deposit & 1st months rent required. $700. 570-969-9268

WILKES-BARRE

447 S. Franklin St. Must see! 1 bedroom, study, off street parking, laundry. Includes heat and hot water, hardwood floors, appliances, Trash removal. $575/mo Call (570)821-5599

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APARTMENTS AVAILABLE NOW!! Recently renovated, spacious, wood floors, all kitchen appliances included, parking available. 1 bedroom $530 all utilities included. 2 bedroom $500 + utilities. Call Agnes 347-495-4566

WYOMING

BLANDINA APARTMENTS Deluxe 1 & 2 bedroom. Wall to Wall carpet. Some utilities by tenant. No pets. Non-smoking. Elderly community. Quiet, safe. Off street parking. Call 570-693-2850

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Corner of Wyoming Ave and 6th St. 2nd floor, 1 bedroom, non smoking apartment. Parking. Includes heat, water sewer & garbage. No pets. $600 + utilities & security. Available 12/1. Call 570-430-8000

WYOMING

Recently remodeled 2nd floor, 3 bedroom. Carpet, wood & tile. Oak kitchen. Washer, dryer, fridge & stove. Deck $650 + utilities & security. Call 570-237-0965

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WYOMING Updated 1 bedroom.

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

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Commercial Properties

Center City WB

WE HAVE SPACE!! Come see us

now- you’ll be surprised! Affordable modern office space available at the Luzerne Bank Building on Public Square. Rents include heat, central air, utilities, trash removal and nightly cleaning all without a sneaky CAM charge. Super fast internet available. Access parking at the new intermodal garage via our covered bridge. 300SF to 5000SF available. We can remodel to suit. Brokers protected. Call Jeff Pyros at 570-822-8577 for details. COURTDALE

COMMERCIAL LEASE 1000 SF - 5000 SF Space Available. Ideal for Veterinarian for satellite office. 5000 SF Warehouse Space with loading docks, office, heat, and plumbing. Call Cindy King 570-690-2689 www.cindykingre.com

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Rte. 315 1,700 - 2,000 SF Office / Retail 4,500 SF Office Showroom, Warehouse Loading Dock Call 570-829-1206

OFFICE OR RETAIL LUZERNE

Out of flood plain. 2,200 SF. Near Cross Valley Highway. Loading dock. Newly painted. 570-288-6526

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Commercial Properties

FORTY FORT WAREHOUSE/LIGHT Free standing building. Would be great MANUFACTURING for any commercial use. 1900 sq. ft. on the ground floor OFFICE SPACE with an additional 800 sq. ft in finished lower level. ExcelPITTSTON lent location, only 1 Main St. block from North Cross Valley Expressway and one block from Wyoming Ave (route 11) Take advantage of this prime location for just $895 per month! 570-262-1131

OFFICE OR STORE NANTICOKE

1280 sq ft. 3 phase power, central air conditioning. Handicap accessible rest room. All utilities by tenant. Garbage included. $900 per month for a 5 year lease. 570-735-5064.

OFFICE SPACE Bennett St.

Luzerne 1100 to 1600 sq ft, 1st floor, off street parking. 570-283-3184

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

12,000 sq. ft. building in downtown location. Warehouse with light manufacturing. Building with some office space. Entire building for lease or will sub-divide. MLS #10-1074 Call Charlie 570-829-6200 VM 101

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Garages

WEST PITTSTON

5 locking garages/ storage units for rent. 9’x11’ & 9’x14’. $60/month. Call 570-357-1138

950

Half Doubles

ALDEN / NANTICOKE Modern, 3 Bed-

rooms, Gas Heat, Hookups. No Pets. Group Income, $500/week helps. $545 + utilities & $300 security. 570-824-8786

ASHLEY 4 rooms, 2

bedrooms, wall to wall carpet, washer/dryer hook-up, heat & hot water included. Porch, yard, $550/ month + security. 570-825-8326

DURYEA

PROFESSIONAL COMMERCIAL SPACE West Pittston Village Shop 918 Exeter Ave Route 92 1500 sq. ft. & 2,000 sq. ft.

OUT OF FLOOD ZONE

570-693-1354 ext 1

315 PLAZA

900 & 2400 SF Dental Office direct visibility to Route 315 between Leggios & Pic-ADeli. 750 & 1750 SF also available. Near 81 & Cross Valley. 570-829-1206

WILKES-BARRE/ SOUTH Best Lease Any-

where 9,000 sq. ft. @ $1.00/sq. ft. & 6,000 sq. ft. @ $1.25/sq. ft. Gas heat, overhead doors, sprinklered. Can Be Combined Call Larry at 570-430-1565

2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, washer/dryer hookup, no pets, no smoking, not in flood zone. Hardwood floors living room, dining room, large kitchen. References, security, $650/per month, plus utilities. Call 570-881-8267 or email cw95150@aol.com.

EDWARDSVILLE

Available immediately, large EIK, 3 bedrooms, 2nd floor bath, washer/dryer hookup, stove & refrigerator, living room, dining room, walk-up attic, no pets, one year lease, $600/per month, plus utilities, & security deposit. Call 570-262-1196

WILKES-BARRE/SOUTH

Nice 3 bedroom half double. $650 + utilities. Pets considered. No CEO. 570-899-8173

950

Half Doubles

FORTY FORT 1/2 double.

3 bedrooms. Stove, refrigerator, dishwasher. Washer /dryer hookup. Newly painted. Off street parking. $675 + utilities. 570-814-0843 570-696-3090

GLEN LYON

* Renovated apartment *

Washer/dryer hook up. Off street parking. New furnace. Application process required. Tenant pays utilities & security. $500/mos 570-714-1296

950

Half Doubles

PLYMOUTH

6 room, 3 bedroom. Laundry hookup. Stove, fridge, dishwasher & sewage included. Section 8 welcome. $625 + security & utilities. 570-262-0540

PRINGLE

2 bedroom, 1.5 bath, front & back porch, off street parking. Washer, dryer, stove & fridge included. Heat, water, sewer & garbage included. $650/month + security. (570) 852-3954

HANOVER TWP.

Completely remodeled 2 bedroom, 1 bath, wall to wall carpet. Stove, washer/dryer hook up. Off street parking. $750/month + first, last & security. Includes water, sewer & trash. No pets. No smoking. References & credit check. 570-824-3223 269-519-2634 Leave Message

KINGSTON

1 bedroom, large eat-in kitchen, washer/dryer hookup. 1st & last month rent & security deposit, $450/mos. Call 570-817-0601

KINGSTON

Half Double- 3 bedroom, 1 Bath $725. with discount. All new carpet, dishwasher, garbage disposal, appliances Large Kitchen, Washer / dryer hookup. Double Security. Facebook us @ BOVO Rentals 570-328-9984

KINGSTON 1/2 D

SPACIOUS OUBLES 3 bedrooms, back yard. Separate utilities. No pets. Background & security. $775 & $795/month. 570-242-8380

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PLAINS TWP.

2 bedroom, 1/2 double with eat in kitchen, including stove and refrigerator, washer & dryer hook-up, plenty of off street parking, large yard. Sewer and refuse included. Lease, NO PETS $550 + utilities 570-829-1578

PLYMOUTH

2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom,washer/dryer hook-up, enclosed porch, off-street parking, no pets, $475/month + Security + utilities. Call (570) 821-9881

WEST PITTSTON

Exeter Ave. 3 bedroom. $650 plus utilities 570-299-5471

WEST PITTSTON

MAINTENANCE FREE! 2 bedroom. Off street parking. No smoking. $600 +utilities, security & last month. 570-885-4206

950

Half Doubles

WILKES-BARRED

HEIGHTS 78 1/2 N S

HERMAN ST Small 3 bedroom, eat in kitchen, wood floors, front porch, yard, off street parking, $495./per month, security deposit 7 utilities. Call (570) 814-1356

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BEAR CREEK

3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. Kitchen/dining, living room, finished lower level, deck. Very private.Surrounded by over 100 acres of wooded land $1000 month plus utilities. 570-299-5471 DALLAS

WILKES-BARRE

176 Charles St TOWNHOUSE STYLE, 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath, Not Section 8 approved. $550/ month + utilities. References & security required. Available 12/1. 570-301-2785

WILKES-BARRE

Completely remodeled, 3 bedroom half double. Attic with walk in closet. Hardwood floors throughout. Black marble fireplace. Sun room. Front & back porches. Nice yard. Fridge, stove, dishwasher included. Washer/dryer hookup. $695 + security. Tenant pays all utilities. A Must See. Call (570) 824-7251

WILKES-BARRE HEIGHTS Available immedi-

ately, clean 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, washer/dryer, offstreet parking, no pets, no smoking, small yard. $600. per month + security and utilities. Call (570)760-1329

WILKES-BARRE SOUTH Beautiful, clean 1/2

double in a quiet neighborhood. 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, full basement, fenced in yard, 3 porches. New insulation & energy efficient windows. Washer/ Dryer hookup, dishwasher $650 + utilities. 570-592-4133

GREENBRIAR Well maintained ranch style condo features living room with cathedral ceiling, oak kitchen, dining room with vaulted ceiling, 2 bedrooms and 2 3/4 baths, master bedroom with walk in closet. HOA fees included. $1,200 per month + utilities. MLS#11-4063. Call Kevin Smith 570-696-5422

SMITH HOURIGAN 570-696-1195

DRUMS/ST. JOHNS

9 room country home, with appliances. Trout stream, boating, hunting, adjacent to golf course. Yard maintenance included No Pets. Security, references credit check. $750/month. 570-788-5498 570-675-4256

EDWARDSVILLE

Off street parking, garage. All appliances provided. Section 8 Approved. Section 8 Welcome. $700/month + utilities. Full months security required at lease signing. Call (570) 592-5764 ask for Steve

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FORTY FORT

3 bedrooms, 2 bath, hardwood floors, appliances included. Small sun room. Garage & yard. $875/month plus utilities. No pets. (570) 287-9631 or (570) 696-3936

FORTY FORT ONE OF A KIND 2 3 bedrooms,

bathrooms, all appliances provided, washer/dryer on premises, offstreet parking, no pets, Completely renovated, $1200./ per month, water and sewer paid, $1200./security deposit. Call (570) 847-8138 after 9:00 a.m. to set an appointment or email Chad.schleig@ att.com.

HANOVER TOWNSHIP

Small 2 bedroom single home. Quiet neighborhood, no pets, no smoking. $500 per month + utilities, security & lease. Call 570-822-6078

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KINGSTON

393 Rutter Ave Large 3 bedroom house. Gas heat. Appliances. Attic. Yard. Driveway. $850/month. Luke 570-592-1606 570-283-9033

LAKE SILKWORTH

2 bedroom, 1.5 bath single home. Lake view with dock & lake rights. Remodeled with hardwood & tile floors. Lake Lehman Schools. No pets No Smoking. $800 + utilities, security & lease. Call 570-696-3289

MOUNTAIN TOP

Rent to Own - Lease Option Purchase 5 bedroom 2 bath 3 story older home. Completely remodeled in + out! $1500 month with $500 month applied toward purchase. $245K up to 5 yrs. tj2isok@gmail.com

MOUNTAINTOP

3 bedrooms, 2 baths, large eat in kitchen. Garage. Huge deck overlooks woods. Washer/dryer, dishwasher, fridge, sewer & water included. Credit check. $1,100 + security, No pets, no smoking. Proof of income required. Call (570) 709-1288

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NANTICOKE Desirable

WYOMING

Lexington Village Nanticoke, PA Many ranch style homes. 2 bedrooms 2 Free Months With A 2 Year Lease $795 + electric

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PITTSTON ROW HOUSE FOR RENT Available Nov. 15, 2

bedrooms, 1 bath room, all appliances provided, washer/ dryer on premises, $600./per month, plus utilities, $600./ security deposit. Call 570-881-2101

PLYMOUTH

417 E. Main St 2 story, 3 bedroom house for rent. New Kitchen with stove, dishwasher, washer dryer hookup. New wall to wall carpet. Small back yard and deck. $675 + utilities & security. Call 570-270-3139

PLYMOUTH Beade St., 1 bed-

room, single house, appliances, washer & dryer, off street parking, $450 per month + utilities & security. Call (570) 592-3652

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PLYMOUTH

Quiet & Cozy 2 bedroom. Large kitchen & bath. Washer dryer hookup. Small hedged & fenced yard. All situated high & dry on a 1way street. No pets. $575 + first, last & security. Call 570-829-3902 or 570-235-4981

POCONOS

Beautiful Chalet. 1,500 sq. ft., 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Easy access. Appliances included. Washer/ Dryer. Stone fireplace. Great school district. Hardwood floors. Available now. $1,295. Good credit? 1 month free! Merry Christmas! 831-206-5758

SHAVERTOWN

Near Burger King 3 bedroom, 1-1/2 bath, 3 season room, hardwood floors, off street parking & gas heat. 1 year Lease for $900/month + 1 month security. Garbage, sewer, refrigerator, stove, washer/dryer & gas fireplace included.

Rent to Own Option Available! (570) 905-5647

TRUCKSVILLE

2 to 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, fully renovated, gas/electric heat, offstreet parking, washer/dryer hookup, no pets, $900/per month, plus utilities, security, references, and lease required. Call 570-675-5916

WEST PITTSTON

SINGLE FAMILY HOME 3 bedroom. 1.5 baths. Full kitchen. Living & dining room. Hardwood floors. Front & rear porch. Off street parking. Large yard. $675 + utilities, security. No pets or smoking. Call 570-696-3289 WILKES-BARRE

711 N. Washington St. Recently remodeled 3 bedroom, hardwood floors, gas heat, 1st floor laundry room. Pets allowed. $750 per month + utilities. MLS# 11-2981. Call Geri 570-696-0888

TOWNHOUSE

Carpet, tile bath, appliances, washer / dryer hookup, sewer, parking by front door. $600 + Utilities, Security & Lease. No smoking, no pets. 570-693-0695

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MOUNTAIN TOP

Mobile home rental. 2 bedroom, 2 baths. New rugs & linoleum throughout. Washer/dryer hookup. $400 + utilities 570-417-2402

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

WILKES-BARRE

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

971 Vacation & Resort Properties

FLORIDA

Boca Raton Beautiful 5 room home with Pool. Fully furnished. On canal lot. $600 weekly. If interested, write to: 120 Wagner St. Moosic, PA 18507

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HUNTING CABIN

Looking to participate in hunting cabin membership in Luzerne, Lackawanna, Wyoming or Susquehanna county. Responsible single adult. Call 570-388-3039 or 570-239-4790

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