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A CHRISTMAS TREE THAT’S FIT FOR KING’S ing’s College stuK dents Sana

Rahman of Mountain Top and Andrew Classen of Philadelphia hug one another as they and other students gather to witness the annual Christmas tree lighting in Monarch Court on Thursday afternoon, just before dusk. The tree is located at one of the busiest spots on the campus of the downtown WilkesBarre college and is visible not only to members of the King’s community, but also anyone else passing nearby or through the campus. It becomes a focal point for oncampus activity during the season as classes for the semester draw to an end and the community prepares to celebrate its holidays.

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Bobby Valentine took over as manager of the Boston Red Sox on Thursday, promising to be hardworking, openminded and even humble as he tries to Valentine help the franchise return to the playoffs and forget the disappointment of this season’s unprecedented September collapse. Sports, 1B

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Plan to kill officials charged

A local man offered to pay for the deaths of district judge, ADA and police officer, authorities say. By STEVE MOCARSKY smocarsky@timesleader.com

DUNMORE – A Plymouth man facing child sex charges in Luzerne County Court is charged with soliciting to kill a Luzerne County district judge, an assistant district attorney and a police

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ParkhasbeenjailedattheLackawanna County Prison for lack of $100,000 bail on child sex charges filed by Hanover Township police in October 2010. According to a criminal complaint: Detective Chris Kolcharno, of the Luzerne County District Attorney’s Office, said he and Detective Justin Leri wenttotheprisontospeaktoParkafter the DA’s office received information See SOLICIT, Page 12A

United Way’s new boss has goal Bill Jones of Mountain Top has been leader with Volunteers of America.

officer. Richard Allen Park, 24, with a last known address of Turner Street, has been charged by the Lackawanna County District Attorney’s Park Office with criminal solicitation to commit murder, intimidation of a witness or victim and two counts of retaliation against a prosecutor or judicial official.

er, chairman of the United Way board, made the announcement. Since 2000, Jones has served as vice president/ chief operating officer of Volunteers of America. He will take over at United Way on Jan. 2. “We are pleased to have someone of such great knowledge and talents assume the reins of this organization,” Soper said. “We conducted an extensive national search for this role

WILKES-BARRE -- Bill Jones hopes he will be able to reduce need in the community during his tenure as president and chief executive officer at the United Way of Wyoming Valley. Jones, 48, of Mountain Top, was named to the position Thursday. Bobby Sop- See UNITED, Page 12A

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Feds set to probe Sterling project

Luzerne County officials are ordered to turn over documents to a federal grand jury. By JENNIFER LEARN-ANDES jandes@timesleader.com

A federal grand jury is investigating the Hotel Sterling project in downtown Wilkes-Barre, though county officials say they don’t know what aspect of the project is under investigation. County officials have been ordered to provide all documents related to the project to a federal grand jury in Scranton by Monday morning. County officials said they will fully comply with the subpoena by providing the information. T H E ST E R L I N G The county is involved because it Location: Corner of River and Market streets loaned the building’s Parcel size: 3.34 acres owner, the nonprofit Built: 1890s CityVest, $6 million to When closed: 1998 restore the property Number of stories: 7 and attract a develop- Ownership: The nonprofit CityVest acquired the er. That money was building from a back-tax sale in 2002. largely spent to demolish an attached 14story high-rise, clean up environmental hazards and acquire two adjoining land parcels. CityVest asked the county to take control of the project in April, saying it was out of funds and couldn’t come up with the estimated $26.8 million to $35.6 million to fully restore the 113-year-old landmark building. Wilkes-Barre has since conSee STERLING, Page 12A

County courts face huge cuts

Commissioners’ draft budget for 2012 includes reduction in funding for court-related offices totaling $5.5 million.

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Bill Jones is taking over leadership of the United Way of Wyoming Valley. He succeeds David Lee.

Luzerne County commissioners plan to cut court branches by $5.5 million, according to an internal copy of the county’s draft budget obtained Thursday afternoon. County President Judge Thomas Burke said he would await the budget figures released by commissioners at 1:30 p.m. today and digest them over the weekend. “I understand these continue to be tough economic times. I fully understand the fiscal challenges for Luzerne County in particular,” he said. “It’s the court’s intention to carefully review the county’s proposed reductions for the court. HowSee COURTS, Page 12A

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Senate defies Obama on new defense bill

The plan would increase military role in handling terrorism suspects. By DONNA CASSATA Associated Press

WASHINGTON — Ignoring a presidential veto threat, the Democratic-controlled Senate on Thursday overwhelmingly approved a massive, $662 billion defense bill that would require the military to hold suspected terrorists linked to alQaida or its affiliates, even those captured on U.S. soil. The vote was 93-7 for the bill authorizing money for military personnel, weapons systems, national security programs in the Energy Department, and the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan in the fiscal year that began Oct. 1. Reflecting a period of austerity and a winding down of decadeold conflicts, the bill is $27 billion less than what President Barack Obama requested and

$43 billion less than what Congress gave the Pentagon this year. Shortly before final passage, the Senate unanimously backed crippling sanctions on Iran as fears about Tehran developing a nuclear weapon outweighed concerns about driving up oil prices that would hit economically strapped Americans at the gas pump. The vote was 100-0. The Senate’s version of the defense bill still must be reconciled with the House-passed measure in the final weeks of the congressional session. Defense Secretary Leon Panetta and FBI Director Robert Mueller both oppose the provisions as does the White House. Late Thursday, a White House official said the veto threat still stands. The bill would require military custody of a suspect deemed to be a member of alQaida or its affiliates and involved in plotting or committing attacks on the U.S.

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aphernalia. She was jailed at the Luzerne County Correctional Facility for lack of $5,000 bail. Kingston police allege Guido SCRANTON – Anderson changed two door locks to a Arnold, 43, of Kingston, was house owned by her ex-hussentenced Wednesday to 30 months in federal prison for his band, Lawrence Guido, on Hoyt Street on Tuesday. Guido vacatrole in a marijuana distribution ed the Hoyt Street house about ring. a year ago, according to the Smith previously pleaded guilty to possession with intent criminal complaint. Lawrence Guido told police to deliver marijuana. Federal prosecutors said Smith admitted he was unable to enter his house as a child opened the obtaining more than 20 kilograms of marijuana from suppli- door finding his ex-wife inside. ers in Texas in March 2011. The Guido refused to tell her exhusband where she hid the locks drugs were intended for distriand refused to supply a key for bution in Luzerne County, but were intercepted by federal agents and state police. NANTICOKE – David Marinus, 45, of Apollo Circle, was arraigned Wednesday in WilkesBarre Central Court on charges he assaulted his girlfriend, Heather Szymaszek, inside their apartment. Marinus was charged with simple assault and harassment. He was jailed at the Luzerne County Correctional Facility for lack of $10,000 bail. Marinus claimed Szymaszek was hitting him. She was treated at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center in Plains Township, police said. A preliminary hearing is scheduled on Dec. 7. PLYMOUTH – Joseph Polomaski, 26, of New Street, was arraigned Wednesday in WilkesBarre Central Court on charges he demanded a 14-year-old boy steal cough medicine from a store and threatened a woman. Polomaski was charged with two counts of harassment, and one count each of corruption of minors and terroristic threats. He was jailed at the Luzerne County Correctional Facility for lack of $10,000 bail. A preliminary hearing is scheduled on Dec. 7. KINGSTON – A woman was arraigned Wednesday in WilkesBarre Central Court on charges she stole door locks to her exhusband’s house. Lori Lynn Guido, 44, of Cherry Street, Edwardsville, was charged with theft, possession of a small amount of marijuana and possession of drug par-

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PHILADELPHIA — One of the world’s most valuable books is out of the vault and on public view as part of an unusual daily ritual at the nation’s oldest natural history museum. Every weekday at 3:15 p.m., a white-gloved staff member of the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia lifts the locked protective cover from John James Audubon’s influential book, “The Birds of America,” and turns one of the large pages to reveal the day’s bird. The complete set of 435 hand-colored engravings on paper cost $1,000 in the mid-1800s. A copy sold last year for a recordbreaking $11.5 million.

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he Universal African Dance and Drum Ensemble of Camden, N.J., performs traditional cultural music and dance Thursday night at Arts YOUniverse in Wilkes-Barre to raise money for Tanzanian children orphaned by AIDS. The event was co-sponsored by Wilkes University’s Zebra Communications, a student-run public relations agency, in connection with World AIDS Day. new locks that she installed, the criminal complaint says. Police allege they found marijuana and a pipe in Guido’s purse. A preliminary hearing is scheduled on Dec. 8 before District Judge Paul Roberts in Kingston. WILKES-BARRE – John Olszyk, 34, of Diamond Avenue, Wilkes-Barre, was arraigned Wednesday in Wilkes-Barre Central Court on charges he stole a vehicle in September. Olszyk was charged with receiving stolen property. He

November 29, 2011 Charles Peloso, 85, passed J oseph away on Tuesday, November 29,

was jailed at the Luzerne County Correctional Facility for lack of $10,000 bail. Police allege Olszyk stole a van, owned by Fast Signs, from

Kidder Street on Sept. 7. The van was found on Maxwell Street. A preliminary hearing is scheduled on Dec. 8.

Delores E. Price November 30, 2011 E. Price, 85, resident of D elores Swamp Road, Hunlock Creek,

passed away in her home on Wednesday, November 30, 2011. She was born on March 24, 1926, in Hunlock Creek, a daughter of the late Archie and Arlene Thomas Wildoner. Delores was a member of the Roaring Brook Baptist Church, Hunlock Creek. She enjoyed hunting and fishing. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by sisters Jane, Janet and Leatha; brothers William and Ronnie. Surviving her are husband, of 49 years, Arthur H. Price; son, Joseph Hagel, California; granddaughter, Jenna Hagel Hunter; great-grandson, Cash; sister Nancy Knorr and husband John, Hunlock Creek; brothers Harry Wildoner and wife Carol, New York; John Wildoner,

Hunlock Creek; Archie Wildoner and wife Joan, Berwick; Terry Wildoner and wife Lisa, Luzerne; and many nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be announced at a later date. Arrangements are by the Clarke Piatt Funeral Home Inc., 6 Sunset Lake Road, Hunlock Creek.

HARRISBURG – One player matched all five winning numbers drawn in Thursday’s “Pennsylvania Cash 5” game and will receive $225,000. Lottery officials said 93 players matched four numbers and won $197.50 each and 3,741 players matched three numbers and won $8 each. Monday’s “Pennsylvania Match 6 Lotto” jackpot will be worth at least $1,130,000 because no player holds a ticket with one row that matches all six winning numbers drawn in Thursday’s game.

OBITUARIES Affeldt, Stanley Fields LaCoste, Sylvia Hilstolsky, Frank Hinkle, Cindy Jones, John Kania, Lillian Lacomy, John Sr. Miller, Marjorie Miller, Richard Sr. Morrell, Pearl Pelepko, Madelyn Peloso, Joseph Price, Delores Pupa, Walter Rose, Blanche Suydam, John Territo, Lillian Wasmanski, Nellie Page 2A, 8A

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John W. Suydam November 27, 2011 becca Jo Dawson and her husband, Roger; Ada Bridges and her husband, John; Victoria Anne Gorbe and her husband, John. He was the grandfather of nine and great-grandfather of six. He is also survived by sister, Blanch Fumanti; and brother, Robert Peloso. Funeral services will be held in Philadelphia at the convenience of the family.

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2011 in the Vitas Hospice Unit of Nazareth Hospital in Philadelphia. He was born in Newark, N.J., and was a resident of Philadelphia for the past 58 years. He previously lived in Wilkes-Barre. Joseph was the son of the late Fioravante and Ida Peloso, WilkesBarre. Mr. Peloso was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II and served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. He was a food service director at the Riverview Home in Philadelphia, and with the Philadelphia Prison System. Joe was the beloved husband of Victoria Anne for 62 years before her death in October 2011. He was also preceded in death by a son, Joseph Peloso Jr.; and a brother, Richard Peloso. Surviving him are daughters, Re-

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adelyn Pelepko, 90, of WilkesBarre, passed away Tuesday morning, November 29, 2011, in ManorCare Nursing Home, Kingston. Born in Plymouth, she was a daughter of the late George and Eva (Pinko) Gluzinski. Madelyn attended Plymouth schools, and was a homemaker all of her life. A devout Catholic, Madelyn attended daily Mass and was a member of St. Mary’s Byzantine Catholic Church, North End Section of Wilkes-Barre, and Holy Saviour Church, East End Section of Wilkes- N.Y.; Tineka Czahur, Ewing TownBarre. ship, N.J.; Eve Cronin, Florida, and She was preceded in death by her Elizabeth Welgos, Stroudsburg; husband, Michael Pelepko, in 1979; brothers George Gluzinski, Florida, infant son, Joseph Pelepko; daugh- and Joseph Gluzinski, Oregon; and ter, Patricia Pelepko; sisters Mary many nieces and nephews. Gluzinski, Nancy Spankuh, Rose Office of Christian Burial with False and Catherine Maleski; and Divine Liturgy will be held at 10 brothers John and Michael Gluzin- a.m. Monday in St. Mary’s Byzanski. tine Catholic Church, Wilkes-Barre, Madelyn loved her family, all of with Father James Hayer, pastor, ofher brothers and sisters, dancing, ficiating. Interment will be held in blueberry picking, and especially Ss. Peter & Paul Ukrainian Catholic life with her children and grandchil- Cemetery, Plains Township. There dren. will be no calling hours. Friends are Surviving are her children, Mi- invited to go directly to church chael Pelepko and his wife, Nancy, Monday morning. Lebanon; Rose Monka and her husArrangements are by the Corcoband, Nick, Pittsfield, Mass.; Mary ran Funeral Home Inc., 20 S. Main McDonough, Kingston; John Pelep- St., Plains Township, PA 18705. Meko, Wilkes-Barre; Peter Pelepko and morial donations may be made to his wife, Frances, Seattle, Wash.; Maternal and Family Health ServicMargaret Susko and her husband, es, 15 Public Square, Suite 600 Russ, and Kasia Filak and her hus- Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701 or to the band, George, all of Trucksville; 15 Wilkes-Barre Family YMCA, 40 W. grandchildren; six great-grandchil- Northampton St., Wilkes-Barre, PA dren; sisters Anne Zikos, Syracuse, 18702.

Walter Suydam (Jackie) of J ohn Wilkes-Barre, passed away Sun-

day, November 27, 2011, in Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center of congenital heart failure. Born in Newark, N.J., on July 10, 1956, he was a son of the late Walter Suydam and Mary Tingolie. Jackie was employed most of his life as an asbestos removal technician. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by siblings Robert Suydam and Mary Carol Suydam. He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Mary Lou Suydam (Price). He is also survived by his children, Christopher Suydam, Nicholas Suydam, daughter in-law Amanda Suydam, Maureen Suydam, Thomas Suydam , Keyontay Suydam, Diamonique Suydam and Hannah Suydam; siblings Linda Suydam and Michael Giles; grandsons, Jayden Suydam and Damian Suydam. He

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leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews and past foster children, too many to name. His interests were his family, body art and his beloved motorcycles. A memorial brunch will be held in his honor from 1 to 3 p.m. on Sunday in the Firwood United Methodist Church, 399 Old River Road, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18706.

Lillian R. Territo November 30, 2011 illian R. Territo, of Luzerne, passed away on Wednesday, NoL vember 30, 2011, at home surrounded by her loving family. Lillian was born in Luzerne, daughter of the late Matthew and Adele Wishnefski Stouchko. She graduated from Luzerne High School, class of 1949. Lillian was a member of Holy Family Parish, Luzerne, and its Altar and Rosary Society. She was the matriarch of the family; devoted wife, mother and Catholic. She loved her cats. On October 6, 2011, she celebrated her 55th year of marriage to her loving husband, “Cowboy.” She was preceded in death by her sister Dolores Stouchko. Surviving, besides her husband, Thomas “Cowboy,” are children, Thomas S. Territo Jr., at home; Lee Ann Erwine and husband Thomas, Luzerne; Diane Fenner and husband Boyd, Luzerne; Larry Territo and wife Tara, Luzerne; Matthew More Obituaries, Page 8A

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Territo and wife Alexis, Shavertown; Adele Marks and husband Frank, Sweet Valley; Lillian Territo, Luzerne; Jodi Territo, Luzerne; grandchildren, Thomas Jr. Erwine, Freddy Erwine, Vaun Territo, Larry Territo (JR), Cara Mcmanus; and great-granddaughter, Peytin; brothers, Matthew Stouchko, Luzerne, Bernie Stouchko, Norristown, N.J.; sisters Arlene Savoca, Swoyersville, and Millie Chalker, Dallas. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 9:30 a.m. today in Holy Family Parish, Luzerne, with the Rev. Joseph Pisaneschi officiating. Interment will be in St. Ann’s Cemetery, Lehman. There will be no calling hours. Arrangements are entrusted to the Betz-Jastremski Funeral Home Inc., 568 Bennett St., Luzerne. To light a virtual candle or leave a message of condolence for his family, please visit www.betzjastremski.com.

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LCTA officials recognized

The Luzerne County Transportation Authority recently recognized outgoing board members for their years of service. Authority Chairman Sal Licata thanked Daniel Frascella for his 11 years of service on the board and Daniel McCormick for his 10 years of service. In that time, Frascella had served as chairman, assistant treasurer and assistant secretary; McCormick had served as chairman, treasurer and assistant treasurer. Licata also recognized Antoinette Valenti, who did not attend the board’s regular meeting, for her six years of service, having served as secretary and assistant secretary in that time.

Dallas, Pittston Area awarded millions plus interest from health trust

2 districts will get huge refund By SHEENA DELAZIO sdelazio@timesleader.com

Daniel Frascella, right, says a few words Tuesday after Luzerne County Transportation Authority Chairman Sal Licata, center, presented him and Daniel McCormick, left, with plaques in thanks for their years of service as authority board directors.

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WILKES-BARRE – A Luzerne County judge this week ruled two school districts should receive a combined $5.2 million in money they paid into a health trust. In his ruling on the 4-year-old lawsuit, Judge Lewis Wetzel ruled Dallas School District will receive $2.8 million while Pittston Area School District will receive $2.3 million to be used for health care costs of the employees of each respective district. Another $6 million is likely to come to the districts in interest payments, an

attorney for the districts said. An attorney for the health trust said an appeal is in order, which could delay payment. “We don’t know where the appeals will go, but it’s a wonderful Christmas present for the Dallas School District,” Dallas Superintendent Frank Galicki said, while commending attorneys of the Rosenn, Jenkins & Greenwald law firm that represented both districts. Pittston Area School District Superintendent George Cosgrove referred comment to the district’s solicitor, Joseph Saporito. “We are very pleased with the court’s

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A hearing is scheduled for Dec. 20 in the county’s Penn Place building in WilkesBarre for Judge Lewis Wetzel to hear argument on the amount of money that is owed in attorney fees.

sylvania School Districts Health Trust, after they withdrew from the program. As part of Wetzel’s ruling, the health trust must pay simple interest at the rate of 6 percent beginning June 2007 until the time of the transfer of the money awarded Monday. Levinson said Thursday he estimates the interest payment to be somewhere around $6.6 million. Wetzel also appointed Galicki and Cosgrove as trustees for each of their districts who must submit a monthly report to Wetzel on the amount spent for

decision and we are hopeful that we can finally put this issue to rest for the benefit of the school districts employees,” Saporito said. Monday’s ruling came six months after a seven-day trial in June in which the districts were seeking their portion of an $18 million surplus the districts said they paid into the Northeastern Penn- See TRUST, Page 4A

Unclaimed refunds due to taxpayers The average undelivered Pennsylvania amount is nearly $2,000, authorities say.

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Free flu clinic is set

The state Department of Health will conduct a free flu vaccination clinic from noon to 6 p.m. on Dec. 9 at the 109th National Guard Armory, 280 Market St., Wilkes-Barre. This will be the first and largest influenza vaccination clinic in Pennsylvania as a part of National Influenza Vaccination Week, Dec. 4-10. The Wilkes-Barre City Health Department will provide support and assistance to state officials throughout the clinic. The clinic is free and open to the public, but individuals should schedule an appointment. Appointments can be made anytime at www.padohclinicappt.com, or by calling 877-PAHEALTH (877-724-3258), between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. For more information, contact the Wilkes-Barre City Health Department at 570-208-4268. HUNTINGTON TWP.

Pine Creek bridge closed

Starting today, the bridge on Pine Creek Road over Pine Creek will be closed indefinitely for emergency repairs. A detour will be posted. HANOVER TWP.

Part of parkway closed

Beginning at 9 a.m. today, the Sans Souci Parkway will be closed in both directions between Alta Road and Kings Road in Hanover Township. That’s a one-mile stretch that starts at Hanover Area High School and ends at Choice One cigarette outlet. The road will be closed for a crash reconstruction and a detour will be posted. The accident being reconstructed was a double-fatal from July. Individual lanes will be opened as soon as possible when the investigation is complete, PennDOT says. Edward Skwirut, 89, and his wife, Dorothy, 86, of South Walnut Street, Nanticoke, died from multiple traumatic injuries suffered in the July 4 crash. Police said Kevin Michael Allen, of Hanover Township, was the driver of the other vehicle involved in the crash. Allen had suffered moderate injuries. NANTICOKE

Festival of Trees at LCCC

Luzerne County Community College will host a Festival of Trees at the Educational Conference Center. The tree display will be available for viewing weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. from Monday through Dec. 21. There will be an opening gathering from 6 to 8 p.m. today at the conference center. The event is free and open to the public. The opening gathering will include light refreshments and performances by local singers. Voting will be held for the best decorated tree at $1 per vote with all proceeds going to the American Red Cross.

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Jack Schuback of FEMA looks over plans for one of the trailer parks that FEMA is setting up in Columbia and Wyoming counties.

Building a place to call home

Federal agencies creating two mobile home parks, expanding three others for flood victims. By MATT HUGHES mhughes@timesleader.com

A new 30-acre mobile home park to provide temporary housing for flood victims is under construction in Wyoming County. The park, located on a hilltop off Wellwood Road near Route 92 in Tunkhannock Township, is one of only two such sites being built by the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the Army Corps of Engineers in the wake of the September flood. The government is also building a similar park near Sayre, Bradford County, and expanding a park off Shoemaker Avenue in Exeter and two in Columbia County to house flood

victims. Jack Schuback, director of Disaster Recovery for FEMA Region III, said the agency hopes to begin moving families into the Tunkhannock Township facility by the end of the month. “We were targeting mid-December as an optimistic completion date. The 2 inches or so of rain last week and the inch or so of rain just a couple of days ago set us back,” Schuback said. “We’re hoping to get some families in before Christmas, but right now we’re just unsure.” Constructing a new park site is the most costly option for housing disaster victims, Schuback said. He esti-

mated the Tunkhannock Township site will cost between $3 million and $4 million to build, not counting the cost of trailers, which cost up to $45,000 new. FEMA prefers the more economical options of providing stipends for rental housing when that housing is available or placing trailers on the property of disaster victims, as long as that property is free of debris and outside the FEMA-defined flood plain. Of the more than 49,000 Pennsylvania households registering with FEMA after Tropical Storm Irene, and See MOBILE, Page 12A

Suspected drug boss ID’d by ex-friend heads to court Prisoner Joann Fonzo testifies that David “Big” Sisk was a gang leader. By EDWARD LEWIS elewis@timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE – Shackled and handcuffed, convicted drug dealer Joann Fonzo identified David “Big” Sisk as one of the top two executives in a violent street gang that peddled more than $15 million in heroin in the Wilkes-Barre area. Fonzo, 35, serving a 15to-30-month sentence in state prison on drug charges, testified at Sisk’s preliminary hearing in WilkesBarre Central Court on Thursday. A onetime buyer turned seller for Sisk, Fonzo testified she sold 10 to 12 bricks

of heroin a week for the Sex, Money, Murder faction of the Bloods Sisk street gang in the area for nearly two years. Each brick of heroin contains 50 heroin packets. Deputy Attorney Fonzo General Tim Doherty said Sisk was “second in command” of the gang in charge of recruiting drug sellers and collecting money. After more than an hour of testimony from Fonzo and two undercover drug agents, District Judge Mar-

tin Kane determined prosecutors established a case against Sisk, sending 11 felony drug offenses to Luzerne County Court. Sisk, formerly of Madison Street, Wilkes-Barre, is serving a five-year prison sentence in New Jersey on drug and firearm offenses, according to the New Jersey Department of Corrections website. Fonzo testified she began buying individual heroin packets from Sisk and members of the gang in late 2008. Her role changed to selling for Sisk and driving him to Paterson, N.J., to pick up heroin to sell in the WilkesBarre area. She said she was paid $300 and given 10 heroin packets after each trip. Sitting several feet away from one another, Fonzo often smirked and stared at

Sisk, who was seated next to his attorney, Joseph Sklarosky Sr. Sisk was among 17 people charged in Operation Bloodstain, which targeted the heroin trafficking ring involving mostly Bloods gang members in October 2010. Doherty said the Sex, Money, Murder faction of the Bloods was responsible for distributing 1.5 million heroin packets on local streets for nearly three years. An undercover drug agent testified the investigation into the gang members started when arrests were made of street-level drug dealers selling heroin that was stamped “OBAMA 99” in 2008. Sisk is scheduled for a formal arraignment on Feb. 10 in county court.

In an annual reminder to taxpayers, the Internal Revenue Service has announced it is looking to return $153.3 million in undelivered tax refund checks. About $6 million of that amount is due to 3,087 Pennsylvanians, said state IRS spokesman David Stewart. Across the United States, 99,123 taxpayers are due refund checks this year that could not be delivered because of mailing address errors. Undelivered refund checks average $1,547 this year. In Pennsylvania, they average $1,976, Stewart said. Taxpayers who believe their refund check may have been returned to the IRS as undelivered should use the “Where’s My Refund?” tool on the IRS.gov website. The tool will provide the status of their refund and, in some cases, instructions on how to resolve delivery problems. Taxpayers checking on a refund over the phone will receive instructions on See REFUNDS, Page 12A

A R E YO U OW E D A R E F U N D? The following people with a last known address in Luzerne County can claim undeliverable refunds: Conyngham: Bruce Balliet Dallas: David E. Hunter, Elizabeth Sorber Drums: Heather Kennedy, Michael Odwazny Harveys Lake: Michael Ferrara, Kevin A. Ichter & Deidre Jordan Hazleton: Efrain Adorno Resto, Mariel Aponte Massas, Agustin Aquino, Judith Arroyo Perez, Raymond Aviles Gonzalez, Dora Bristol Melendez, Yatza Christian Pabon, Lia M. Ciotola, Luis Conner, Matias Crucey Caceres, Lizette De Jesus Crespo, Alberto Diaz Ramirez, Zulyanille Filomino Dela Cruz, Johanny Flores Diaz, Heriberto Guevarrez Robles, Enrique Gutierrez Paz, Hector Hernandez, Miguel A. Leduc Sanchez, William Lopez Lopez, Jaime J. Matias Rivera, Johanna E. Matos, Gerald A & Antoinette Mcgarry, Mildred Mendez Mendez, Robert M. Miller, Simon Moreno & Obdulia Lopez, Stanley S. Mosgo & Sun Tak, Mildred Murphy Antompietri, Kanubhai N. Patel, Ivette Ramos Robles, Juan J. Reyes Garcia, Javier A. Rivera Leon, Eric Rivera-Medina, Hernan Rodriguez Velez, Orlando J. Rodriguez, Leslie X. Sanchez, Rafael Sanchez, Heidi Steidel Camacho, Gerardo Vazquez Millan, Javier Vega Garcia, Bernadino Velez & Maritza Velez Hunlock Creek: Mark Aquila Kingston: Kameron Baker, Louis Boch, Matt Chaban, William C. Eaton, Blair Saba, Adam J. Sikora Luzerne: John Hopkins Nanticoke: Courtney R. Shettle, Kimberly Smiga Pittston: Michael & Virginia Struzzeri, Donald C. & Shirley L. Williams Plymouth: Preston Swan White Haven: Ellen L. Hughes Wilkes-Barre: Rhonda Boston, Leniea M. Burginia, Filippo Calcagno, Abraham Carrero Olivo, William Coslosky, William Court, Joanne M. Drayer, John Goobic III, Daniel P. Haggerty, Stephanie Y. Kelly, Clement E. Kisailus, Gustavo Montanez Hernandez, Hector Moreno Bonilla, Joseph W. Nasatka, Felix B. Ngolo, Shawn O’Donnell, Brittany P. Pierce, Thomasine A. Porter, Luis Ruiz Lopez, Samben Uk, Wyoming: David M. & Heather K. Woodruff

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POLICE BLOTTER HAZLETON – City police reported the following: • Police are investigating a burglary at Sammy’s Bar and Grill on East 2nd Street that occurred sometime Sunday night into Monday morning. An undetermined amount of money was stolen. Anyone with information about the burglary is asked to call Hazleton police at 459-4940. • Property was stolen during a home burglary in the area of Elm Street and Fulton Court on Tuesday. • Four people were taken to Hazleton General Hospital after a two-vehicle crash at 15th Street and Sherman Court on Tuesday. Police said Lisa Saullo, of Hazleton, driving a 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier, was northbound on Sherman Court and turned onto 15th Street and was struck by a 2002 Suzuki, driven by John Lywiski, of Sugarloaf, at about 5:25 p.m. Lywiski was westbound on 15th Street at the time of the crash. The force of the impact caused Saullo’s vehicle to run into a utility pole, which was sheared, police said. Saullo and three passengers in her vehicle were taken to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

kindergarten school on Main Road. Anyone with information on either crime is asked to contact township police at 570-8251254.

PLAINS TWP. – Township police filed charges on Monday against a Wilkes-Barre man who allegedly was witnessed performing a sexual act on himself outside a township bar last week. Robert Matello, 49, of Courtright Avenue, is charged with one count each of indecent exposure, open lewdness and public drunkenness. According to police, on Nov. 23 a police officer on routine patrol noticed Matello performing a sexual act on himself while standing in the parking lot of the Twist bar on Highway 315 at around 11:07 p.m. Matello initially ignored officers’ orders to stop and began walking away, but later complied. Charges were filed Monday via summons with District Magistrate Judge Diana Malast. Matello faces a preliminary hearing on Jan. 17. • Police responded to the area of 196 First St. at about 8:41 p.m. Sunday for a report of a vehicle that struck a wall. Police found the driver/owner of the vehicle, William Evans, 49, of 50 Hudson Road, Plains Township, inside the residence and arrested him on evidence of SUGARLOAF TWP. – A man drunk driving. Charges are pending results and two children were injured in of a blood-alcohol test, police a two vehicle crash on Airport said. Road on Wednesday. • Police responded to 20 State police at Hazleton said a Pocono Park at about 12:40 p.m. 17-year-old girl from Wapwalloon Tuesday for a report of a pen, driving a 2006 Toyota Sienna, turned in front of a 2007 male damaging a vehicle and causing a problem with the Cadillac CTS, driven by Jorge resident. Gonzalez, 52, of Sugarloaf, just The resident, Tracy Clocker, after 6 p.m. The teen girl and a passenger, reported that John E. Zim of a 16-year-old girl from Mountain Plymouth punched her 2000 Ford Ranger repeatedly and Top, were not injured. dented it. Zim will face charges Gonzalez, and two passenof criminal mischief, police said. gers, an 8-year-old boy and a 9-year-old girl, were transported WILKES-BARRE – City to Hazleton General Hospital police reported the following: for injuries, state police said. • Andrew Yelland reported on Tuesday that someone damSUGARLOAF TWP. – State aged the rear driver-side tire of police at Hazleton said Stacey Kinney, 36, of Newark, N.J., will his vehicle while it was parked at 37 Sheridan St. be charged with unauthorized • David Pavlick reported on use of a vehicle after she failed Tuesday that someone sprayto return a rented vehicle at painted the side of a structure at Enterprise Holdings on state 428 Hazle St. Route 93 on Oct. 3. • Quinn Jones, 21, of Barney HANOVER TWP. – Township Street, Wilkes-Barre, was arrested on suspicion of drunk driving police reported the following: after he was involved in a minor Thomas Cirko, of Tomko crash while driving a 1998 ToyoAvenue, reported Thursday a Yamaha Warrior all-terrain vehi- ta at Carey Avenue and Horton cle was stolen from his property. Street at about 11:17 a.m. Tuesday, police said. • Numerous packages were Police said charges are pendstolen from a hand truck that was left by a UPS delivery truck ing results of a blood-alcohol driver making deliveries on Lee test. • John Gabriel reported TuesPark Avenue on Monday. Police said the theft occurred day a global positioning system, a camera, tools and a bag were at around 4:30 p.m. in the area stolen from his vehicle in the of Lee Park Towers. area of 150 Blackman St. • Hanover Area School Dis• Tatum Neiderhiser reported trict on Tuesday reported the theft of a snow blower from the on Monday that someone stole a diamond ring from 85 Carlisle storage shed at Hanover Green

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that specific month in health care. “It was a fair decision,” said attorney Howard Levinson, who represents the districts. “Our compliments (go) to the school board members who looked at a situation they thought was unfair and had the courage and fortitude to pursue a lawsuit on behalf of the taxpayers to right what they believed was wrong.” Withdrew in 2007 According to court papers, the districts withdrew from the trust in 2007, citing that it had built a hefty surplus by charging more than necessary for premiums. The districts sought and ultimately sued for what they claim is their share of the surplus. The trust, formed in 1999, is a consortium of 11 area districts formed in an attempt to lower health insurance costs. Scott Gartley, an attorney who represents the health trust, said his client will be taking full advantage of its rights in an appeal. “(Wetzel) simply got it wrong,” Gartley said. “The real losers are the taxpayers of Luzerne County because the trust has saved millions in taxpayer dollars.”

Gartley said in 2011, the districts that are members of the trust had a credit of $3.8 million. Attorney Robert Mariani had also represented the health trust, but he has since been nominated to serve as a judge on the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania. Mariani argued at the June trial that the districts’ lawsuit was an attempt at a “money grab” and that no one forced the districts out of the trust. “They are no longer part of the trust. That money is used for people in the trust,” Mariani said at the time. “The surplus stays in the trust. The trustees agreed to that.” In Wetzel’s 16-page opinion that accompanied his ruling, he said the argument that the health trust surplus is a “pool” that various other districts can take from would be a “violation of public policy.” “It is preposterous to ascertain that (the districts) or any of the other districts in the health trust would be agreeable to paying for another district’s health and welfare benefits,” Wetzel wrote. Gartley said Thursday the trust was formed as a “pool” and it will continue to run that way because that was its original intention. “Because of that, (members) are guaranteed health care rates that will remain low,” he said.

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St. • Joseph Kubisis reported Friday tools were stolen from his vehicle in the area of 448 E. Northampton St. • Police aid Natasha Goodwin, 20, of North River Street, will be cited with harassment after Gina Campbell said she struck her in the face at 190 Horton St. on Monday. • Karen Taylor, of Anthracite Street, reported Monday her credit card was used to make unauthorized purchases. • Police said Kenneth Daniely, 29, of Reese Street, will be cited with harassment after Elizabeth Daniely claimed he sent her harassing text messages on Friday. • Lauren Loch reported Thursday her cell phone was stolen from 155 W. River St. • Police said Margaret Murray, 40, address unknown, will be cited with public drunkenness when she was allegedly found under the influence of alcohol or other intoxicants in the area of 164 Midland Ct. at 11:20 a.m. Thursday. HAZLETON – City police reported the following: • Police said Dennis Basuljevic, 23, of Drums, was cited with public drunkenness after they investigated an incident in the area of Lee Court and Tenth Street at 12:38 a.m. Tuesday.

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ob Soper outgoing chairman, Big Brothers Big Sisters of The Bridge ‘Bowl For Kids’ Sake,’ makes a few remarks at the podium during Thursday evening’s 30th anniversary kickoff at Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs. Tom and Noreen Clark of WNEP-TV and Frankie Warren of Magic 93 and his wife, Erin, are honorary chairpersons of the 30th Anniversary Bowl For Kids’ Sake. Big Brothers Big Sisters, a program of Catholic Social Services and a United Way partner agency, matches up children with adult, college and high school mentors who become role models for the youths. Money raised by this year’s Bowl For Kids’ Sake helped match more than 400 children with volunteers.

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PSU pledges $1.5 million By GENARO C. ARMAS Associated Press

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Support for the cause

Indian school children on Thursday make a formation in the shape of the red ribbon, the universal symbol of awareness and support for those living with HIV, in Ahmadabad. World AIDS Day is marked across the globe on Dec. 1. PHOENIX

Base transferred to Iraqis

s Iraqi flags were raised in what was once a giant U.S. military base, A Joe Biden joined Iraqi officials in honoring forces who the vice president said made it possible to “end this war.” The American military’s role here is nearing an end, but Iraqis still must contend with the violence that the nearly nine-year conflict unleashed: 20 people were killed in attacks around the country Thursday. Biden’s comments came during a ceremony at Camp Victory, one of the last American bases that will be handed over to the Iraqi government before U.S. troops leave Iraq this month. The Iraqi government hosted the ceremony as a way to honor the sacrifices of Iraqi and U.S.-led coalition forces.

STATECOLLEGE—PennStateUniversity officials on Thursday said they will donate $1.5 million in bowl proceeds to a pair of sex-crime advocacy organizations in the wake of shocking sex-abuse allegations levied against a once-revered assistant football coach. UniversityPresidentRodEricksonpromised the donation the morning after he and other administrators faced pointed questions at a student-organized town hall forum. Erickson told The Associated Press in an interview Thursday that the Big Ten bowl revenue,whichusuallygoesbacktotheathletic department, will go instead to the Pennsylvania Coalition Against Rape and the National Sexual Violence Resource Center. “This presents an excellent opportunity for Penn State to raise the national visibility of this issue,” Erickson said. “Our students andfansarefocusedonacausetoplayfor,to cheer for.” Also Thursday, Jerry Sandusky’s lawyer said he has not discussed pleading guilty with his client and that the former coach

“This presents an excellent opportunity for Penn State to raise the national visibility of this issue.” Rod Erickson University president

continues to maintain he is innocent of the charges against him. Joe Amendola said he would consider “possible alternatives” with Sandusky if new charges are filed that involve more victims than the eight boys covered by the 40 pending criminal counts, but that Sandusky has never considered a plea in his case. Sandusky, 67, is awaiting a preliminary hearing. Amendola said the topic of a guilty plea came up as a reporter’s “what-if” question about potential additional charges. “My answer to the ‘what if’ question was analogous to saying, if weather forecasters were predicting a blizzard next week,

which they are not, I would have to at least consider the possibility of postponing my scheduled trip to Philadelphia,” Amendola said in an email. The Wednesday night forum on Penn State’s main campus came on the heels of fresh sex abuse allegations against Sandusky, who was accused in a lawsuit of sexually abusing a young boy more than 100 times after meeting him through the charity the coach founded in the 1970s. The state police commissioner has criticizedschoolleadersforfailingtodomoreto alert authorities to the allegations, and Erickson told about 450 attendees at a crowded auditorium at the student union buildingthatethicswouldberaised“toanewlevel so that everyone at the university understands not just the legal thing to do, but the moral thing to do, so that we learn to do the right thing the first time, every time.” Students appeared grateful to get answers more than three weeks after Sandusky was charged Nov. 5, hopeful it would aid in the arduous healing process. Administrators sought to reassure students worried about the unintended ramifications of the scandal, such as the reputation of a Penn State degree.

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WASHINGTON

Cuts, benefits debated

Republicans and Democrats bickered and blustered Thursday toward eventual compromise legislation extending expiring Social Security payroll tax cuts and long-term jobless benefits through 2012, each seeking political advantage for elections almost a year distant. The White House weighed in with a written statement opposing the GOP approach, which presidential press secretary Jay Carney said includes “window dressing” hung by Republicans seeking to cut costs by freezing federal workers’ pay through 2015 and reducing the government bureaucracy. By contrast, President Barack Obama and most Democrats in Congress want to extend and expand the payroll tax cut and pay for it by slapping a 3.25 percent surtax on incomes of $1 million or more. Neither of two rival measures was expected to gain the 60 votes necessary for passage, a double-barreled rejection likely to clear the way for talks on a compromise. ISLAMABAD

U.S. hostage is held

Al-Qaida leader Ayman al-Zawahri says the group is holding an American aid expert kidnapped three months ago in Pakistan. Al-Zawahri said in a video message Thursday that Warren Weinstein would be released if the United States stopped airstrikes in Afghanistan and Pakistan. The video was posted on militant websites and released Thursday by SITE, a group that monitors militant activity. Weinstein was abducted by armed men from his house in the eastern city of Lahore on Aug. 13. Police and U.S. officials have not publicly said who they believe to be holding him. WASHINGTON

Election financing opposed

The House on Thursday passed a bill to end the public financing of presidential campaigns. It would dismantle a system set up after the Watergate scandal of the 1970s that has been overshadowed in recent years by the huge sums of private money pouring into elections. The bill would remove from income tax forms the check-off box where taxpayers can voluntarily steer $3 into a fund for presidential primaries and general elections. The Republicanbacked measure passed 235-190 on a nearly party-line vote. It now goes to the Senate, where the Democratic majority is unlikely to take it up.

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lthea Mills, left, vocalist with Jackson Browne, center, and the group Dawes, perform at Zuccotti Park in New York on Thursday for the Occupy Wall Street movement. Protesters have continued to meet in Zuccotti Park, where the Occupy movement began, even though police cleared out their tents on Nov. 15.

ECB head hints at more euro support

European Central Bank president opens door to further agency intervention.

By RAF CASERT and PAN PYLAS Associated Press

BRUSSELS — More than ever before, the European Central Bank seems willing to consider bolder action to address the continent’s financial crisis. A month ago, at his first news conference as ECB President, Mario Draghi said it was “pointless” for European governments to expect the bank to rescue Speculation is them through mounting that massive bond purchases. That EU leaders had been the will align their same stance as spending his predecessor, policies more Jean-Claude Trichet. But on closely to Thursday, bring governDraghi hinted ment debt that such expectations might levels under not be futile af- control in the ter all. future. Draghi opened the door to further ECB intervention ever so slightly in a speech to the European Parliament. He said the bank is prepared to play a bigger, yet limited role in the resolution of Europe’s debt crisis — but only after the 17 countries that use the euro tether their economies more tightly. Confirmation that such a plan is afoot came later Thursday in a speech by French President Nicolas Sarkozy. He said he and German Chancellor Angela Merkel will met Monday in Paris and unveil their proposals for European treaty changes aimed at preventing a catastrophic breakup of Europe’s 17-nation currency union. Speculation is mounting that EU leaders will align their spending policies more closely to bring government debt levels under control in the future.

High winds tear through western states

Gusts hit 102 mph as trees, power lines and trucks are toppled in Utah and other states. By ROBERT JABLON Associated Press

LOS ANGELES — Some of the worst winds in years blasted the West overnight, knocking down trees and power lines in California and toppling trucks and forcing some schools to close as gusts reached 102 mph in Utah. The winds left hundreds of thousands of people without power, mainly in California, darkening streets and traffic lights as commuters made their way into work. “It was a terrifying ride for me, coming here in pitch dark ... and watching

motorists take no notice of lights being out,” said Bob Spencer, a spokesman for the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works. “What the weather experts are telling us are that these probably are the worst windstorms to hit (the area) in more than a decade,” Spencer said, adding that preliminary reports suggest “extensive damage.” The windstorms come as a large, lowpressure system moved into California. It promises to bring similar, but less ferocious conditions as far away as Wyoming and New Mexico, meteorologists said. The National Weather Service issued high wind warnings and advisories for parts of California, Utah, Nevada, Wyoming, Arizona and New Mexico. The front will bring blustery weather

to Oklahoma, Missouri and Indiana, Rorke said. In Southern California, high winds blew over at least six semitrailers before dawn on highways below the Cajon Pass in San Bernardino County, said California Highway Patrol Officer Mario Lopez. Northeast of Los Angeles, foothill communities were hard hit as the winds swept down the San Gabriel Mountains. A 97-mph gust was recorded Wednesday night at Whitaker Peak in Los Angeles County. High gusts Thursday morning topped 60 mph. Pasadena closed schools and libraries and declared a local emergency, the first since 2004. Fire officials said 40 people were evacuated from an apartment building after a tree collapsed.

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Pedestrians on Thursday photograph a traffic signal brought down by high Santa Ana winds in Pasadena, Calif. Some gusts exceeded 100 mph.

Many experts agree apple juice can pose a health risk — from its calories By MARILYNN MARCHIONE AP Chief Medical Writer

Despite the government’s consideration of new arsenic limits on the juice, the real danger, nutrition experts say, is to waistlines and teeth. Apple juice has relatively few natural nutrients, many calories and more sugar, in many cases, than a can of soda. AP FILE PHOTO

It’s true — apple juice can pose a risk to your health. But not necessarily from the trace amounts of arsenic that people are arguing about. Despite the government’s consideration of new limits on arsenic, nutrition experts say apple juice’s real danger is to waistlines and children’s teeth. Apple juice has few natural nutrients, lots of calories and, in some cases, more sugar than soda has. It trains a child to like very sweet things, displaces better beverages and foods, and adds to the obesity

problem, its critics say. “It’s like sugar water,” said Judith Stern, a nutrition professor at the University of California, Davis, who has consulted for candy makers as well as for Weight Watchers. The American Academy of Pediatrics says juice can be part of a healthy diet, but its policy is blunt: “Fruit juice offers no nutritional benefit for infants younger than 6 months” and no benefits over whole fruit for older kids. Kids under 12 consume 28 percent of all juice and juice drinks, according to the academy.

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Diakon Hospice Saint John erroneously submitted claims to Medicare over six years

Claims in error cost hospice $10.56M By ANDREW M. SEDER aseder@timesleader.com

Diakon Hospice Saint John, which operates hospice care at facilities in Hazleton, Allentown and Wyomissing, has agreed to resolve its liability for violations of the False Claims Act by paying the United States $10.56 million. The announcement was made Thursday by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office of the Inspector General. According to those offices, from Oct. 1, 2004, through Oct. 1, 2010, Diakon erroneously submitted claims to Medicare for hospice care provided to Medicare beneficiaries during periods of time in which the beneficiaries were not eligible for hospice

benefits under the Medicare regulations. Earlier this year, Diakon voluntarily disclosed to federal authorities that it had received improper Medicare and Medicaid payments. By voluntarily disclosing improper billing practices, Diakon avoided a government lawsuit under the FCA and was able to negotiate a settlement. The FCA provides that parties who voluntarily disclose violations of the act are liable for double damages, instead of triple damages and civil penalties between $5,500 and $11,000 for each violation. “Health care providers that make billing compliance, self-policing and self-reporting a priority foster trust in the health care industry” said Nick DiGiulio, special agent in charge for the U.S. Department of Health and

Earlier this year, Diakon voluntarily disclosed to federal authorities that it had received improper Medicare and Medicaid payments. By voluntarily disclosing improper billing practices, Diakon avoided a government lawsuit under the FCA and was able to negotiate a settlement. Human Services’ Office of Inspector General. “These actions demonstrate that Diakon Hospice Saint John cares about returning money, incorrectly attained, to our federal health payment programs.” Mark T. Pile, president of Diakon, issued a statement in which he apologized for the “mistakes,” which he called “unintentional.” “We deeply regret that this situation occurred. While it was unintentional, it does not reflect our commitment to compliance and excellence. As a result, we have taken — and will

continue to take — steps within our hospice program and organization to reaffirm this commitment,” Pile said. The financial loss will not result in the closing of any of Diakon’s facilities, according to company spokesman Bill Swanger. “We are a nearly 150-year organization with sound financial practices. When this potential situation came to light last year, we took gains on investments and then, later, sold some additional investments and essentially put those funds aside for the potential repayment,” Swanger said.

Researchers: Pa. gas drilling study had error Far less evidence of well contamination by bromides than first suggested.

One water well, not seven, showed increased bromide levels after drilling, the researchers said in a statement issued last week by The Center for Rural Pennsylvania, a statefunded agency that first released the study.

A gas drilling procedure called hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, which involves blasting chemical-laced water into the ground, has been studied by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and others as drillers flock to the Marcellus Shale region primarily beneath Pennsylvania, New York, West Virginia and Ohio. Pennsylvania is the center of activity, with more than 3,000 wells drilled in the past three years and thousands more planned. Environmentalists and other critics say fracking could poison water supplies, but the natural gas industry says it’s been used safely for decades.

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Suit filed after teen cuffed for burp in class By JERI CLAUSING Associated Press

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — A 13-year-old was handcuffed and hauled off to a juvenile detention for burping in class, according to a lawsuit filed against an Albuquerque school principal, a teacher and school police officer. The boy was transported without his parents being notified in May after he “burped audibly” in PE class and his teacher called a school resource officer to complain he was disrupting her class. The lawsuit also details a separate Nov. 8 incident when the same student was forced to strip to his underwear while five adults watched as he was accused of selling pot to another student; the boy was never charged. The suit was one of two filed Wednesday by civil rights attorney Shannon Kennedy, who says she has been fighting the district and police for years over the use of force with problem children. In the other case, the parents of a 7year-old boy with autism accuse an Albuquerque police officer of unlawful arrest for handcuffing the boy to a chair after he became agitated in class. New Mexico law prohibits officers and school officials from restraining children under 11. The suits come one year after the same attorney settled a class-action lawsuit against the district that was prompted by the arrest of a girl who Kennedy said “didn’t want to sit by the stinky boy in class.” And Kennedy says she has a number of other cases she is preparing over treatment of students in Albuquerque by school officials, school police, city police and sheriff’s officers. Kennedy said the problem lies with the schools more than with the police department. “It lands in the lap of the principal. There are good schools and bad schools. The principals ... who are handling their schools properly don’t need to have children arrested. It’s ridiculous.” A spokesman for Albuquerque Public Schools did not immediately return calls and emails seeking comment on Thursday. A spokeswoman for the police said the department does not comment on pending litigation.

PITTSBURGH — A recently released study on natural gas drilling and contamination of water wells, contentious issues as drillers swarm to a lucrative shale formation beneath Pennsylvania, had an error, according to researchers from Penn State University. The researchers reported that there is far less evidence of well contamination by bromides, salty mineral com-

pounds that can combine with other elements to cause health problems, than first suggested. The researchers are reviewing the entire study, released in October, after discovering that results from an independent water testing lab contained the error. One water well, not seven, showed increased bromide levels after drilling, the researchers said in a statement issued last week by The Center for Rural Pennsylvania, a state-funded agency that first released the study. One of the Penn State Uni-

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SYLVIA DIANE (BROWN) LACOSTE FIELDS, 54, Edwardsville, passed away Wednesday, November 30, 2011, in Geisinger South Wilkes-Barre Hospice Unit. Formerly of Newark, N.J., she was a daughter of the late Samuel and Josie Mae Brown. Preceding her in death is brother Maurice Brown. Surviving are her husband, Herbert L. Fields; sons, Michael Sr., Dennis LaCoste Jr., and Shakhan LaCoste; grandchildren, Michael Jr., and Denise III, Minahya S. and Makailah S. LaCoste; sister, Jacqueline Brown; brother Michael Brown. Sylvia and Herbert were senior officers with the Salvation Army. A viewing will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Salvation Army, 17 S. Pennsylvania Ave., WilkesBarre, with services following at 11 a.m. CINDY MARIE HINKLE, 54, a resident of Edwardsville, passed away unexpectedly early Thursday morning, December 1, 2011 at her residence. Funeral arrangements are pending and have been entrusted to the care of the Wroblewski Funeral Home Inc., 1442 Wyoming Ave., Forty Fort. A complete obituary will appear in Saturday’s edition of the newspaper. FRANK HILSTOLSKY, 83, of Carverton, passed away Wednesday, November 30, 2011. Funeral arrangements are pending from the Anthony Recupero Funeral Home, West Pittston.

PEARL MORRELL, a native New Yorker and most recently a resident of the Laurels Nursing Home in Kingston, died Saturday, November 26, 2011. She is survived by nephews, great-nephews and nieces, and dear friends whose lives she touched. Born and raised in Queens, N.Y., Pearl moved to Wilkes-Barre in 1983 to help raise her two nephews, Andrew Morrell, Gaithersburg, Md., and Lee Morrell, Los Angeles, Calif. Pearl is preceded in death by parents, Bessie “Gus” and Abraham Morrell, brothers Sandy, Leo and Arnold, as well as an unnamed brother and sister. Condolences may be sent by visiting Pearl’s obituary at www.rosenbergfuneralchapel.com. Donations in Pearl’s name can be made to the charity of the donor’s choice. NELLIE G. WASMANSKI, 99, formerly of Hudson Road, Plains Township, was taken home by the Lord early Thursday, December 1, 2011, morning at the River Street Manor Nursing Facility, WilkesBarre. Arrangements will be announced in tomorrow’s edition by the Yanaitis Funeral Home, Plains Township. LILLIAN T. KANIA, resident of Birchwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Nanticoke, passed away Thursday, December 1, 2011. Funeral arrangements are pending by the Earl W. Lohman Funeral Home, 14, W. Green St., Nanticoke.

Blanche K. Rose November 30, 2011 Blanche K. Rose, 98, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away on Wednesday, November 30, 2011, in the Hospice Community Care Inpatient Unit at Geisinger South Wilkes-Barre. She was born November 7, 1913, a daughter of the late Anthony and Josephine Gavinski Dlugoszewski. She was educated in the WilkesBarre schools and was employed at various local silk mills, Frieder Cigar, Owens Illinois and GNC Health Store. Blanche retired in 1975 to raise a second family of four of her nine grandchildren. She loved her whole family equally and immensely, and was proud of every one of them. She was a member of Holy Saviour Church, Wilkes-Barre. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Rose, to whom she was married to for 65 years; daughter Marian and her husband, William Sampson, Beltsville, Md.; son

Edward Rose, Ashley; grandson Richard; great-granddaughter Koral, Wilkes-Barre; sisters, Sophie Balabon, Verna Pillot, Marion DeNieff, Letty Convery and Josephine Reilly; and brother, Edward. The Rose family would like to thank the staff of Hospice Community Care at Geisinger South Wilkes-Barre for their kindness. Surviving are her daughter Kathleen B. Groff, Harveys Lake; son Robert Rose and his wife, Maryann, Mountain Top; eight grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. The funeral will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday in the E. Blake Collins Funeral Home, 159 George Ave., Wilkes-Barre, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in Holy Saviour Church, Hillard Street, Wilkes-Barre. Interment will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Hanover Township. Friends may call from 5 to 8 this evening. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Holy Saviour Memorial Fund, 54 Hillard St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702. Condolences can be sent to the family at www.eblakecollins.com.

FUNERALS BARNES – Margaret, funeral 10 a.m. today in the Nat & Gawlas Funeral Home, 89 Park Ave., Wilkes-Barre. BARTUSH – Lorraine, Mass of Christian Burial 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 10, in St. John the Evangelist Church, William Street, Pittston. The family will receive friends 8:30 a.m. until the time of service. BEDNARSKI – Karen, funeral 9:15 a.m. today in the Bednarski & Thomas Funeral Home, 27 Park Ave., Wilkes-Barre. Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Faustina Kowalska Parish/Holy Trinity Church, Hanover Street, Nanticoke. CRAMER – Fred Jr., friends may call 1 to 2 p.m. Saturday in Sacred Heart of Jesus Rectory, 529 Stephenson St., Duryea. DANEKER – Karen, services 11 a.m. today in St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, White Haven. Family and friends may call 9 to 11 a.m. at the church. CRISPELL – Margaret, memorial service 4 p.m. Sunday in the Nulton Funeral Home Inc., 5749 SR 309, Beaumont. Friends may call 3 p.m. until the service begins Sunday. ELICK – Victoria, funeral 10:30 a.m. today in the Jendrzejewski Funeral Home, 21 N. Meade St., WilkesBarre. Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. in the Holy Family Church, Bennett Street, Luzerne. GOMBOS – Maria, memorial services 1 p.m. Saturday in the Sheldon-Kukuchka Funeral Home Inc., 73 W. Tioga St., Tunkhannock. Friends may call noon until the time of service in the funeral home. KOSLICK – Joseph, Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 a.m. today in St. Mary of the Lake Church, 43 Madison Ave., Lakewood, N.J. LAMBACK – Lorie Ann, memorial funeral services 5 p.m. Saturday in the James Romanelli and Stephen Funeral Home, 8901 Rockaway Blvd., Ozone Park, N.Y. Friends may call 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday in the funeral home. LAMOREAUX – Charles, funeral 9:15 a.m. today in the E. Blake Collins Funeral Home, 159 George Ave., Wilkes-Barre. Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Therese Church. MADL – Jesse, memorial services 4 p.m. Saturday in the Town Hill United Methodist Church. Visitation 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday. MCKEOWN – Joanie Roche, funeral More Obituaries, Page 2A

9:30 a.m. Saturday in The Richard H. Disque Funeral Home Inc., 2940 Memorial Highway, Dallas. Mass at 10 a.m. at Gate of Heaven Church, Dallas. Friends may call 6 to 8 this evening. NANKIVELL – Ruth, funeral 10 a.m. today in the Chapel at Hanover Green Cemetery. PELEPKO – Madelyn, Office of Christian Burial with Divine Liturgy 10 a.m. Monday in St. Mary’s Byzantine Catholic Church, Wilkes-Barre. QUINN – Marjorie, Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. today in St. Mark the Evangelist Church, 7501 Adelphi Road, Hyattsville, Md. Chapel service and interment will begin at 9 a.m. Saturday in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Hanover Township RASIMAS – Antoinette, funeral 8:30 a.m. Saturday in the Nat & Gawlas Funeral Home, 89 Park Ave., Wilkes-Barre. Mass of Christian Burial at 9 a.m. in St. Mary’s Church, Our Lady of Fatima Parish, 134 S. Washington St., Wilkes-Barre. Friends may call 4 to 7 this evening in the funeral home. REARDON – Mary Jane, funeral 9 a.m. Saturday in the Peter J. Adonizio Funeral Home, 251 William St., Pittston. Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in St. John the Evangelist Church, Pittston. Friends may call 3 to 7 p.m. today in the funeral home. SCOUTEN – Ruby, funeral 11 a.m. Saturday in the Curtis L. Swanson Funeral Home Inc., corner of Routes 29 and 118, Pikes Creek. Friends may call 7 to 9 this evening. STACKHOUSE – Alice, funeral 10 a.m. Saturday in the Earl W. Lohman Funeral Home Inc., 14 W. Green St., Nanticoke. Friends may call 6 to 8 this evening. STRAUSS – Leo, funeral 9 a.m. Saturday in the McCune Funeral Home, 80 S. Mountain Blvd., Mountain Top. Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in the St. Jude Church. Friends may call 4 to 7 this evening in the funeral home. TERRITO – Lillian, Mass of Christian Burial 9:30 a.m. today in Holy Family Parish, Luzerne. TOMCHAK – Danielle, memorial service 12:30 p.m. Saturday in the Nat & Gawlas Funeral Home, 89 Park Ave., Wilkes-Barre. Friends may call noon until the time of the service.

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Malcolm “Jack” Jones, 86, J ohn formerly of Allentown, passed

away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, November 30, 2011, in Fellowship Manor in Whitehall. He was the husband of the late Marion M. (Morgan) Jones, who died on 2/9/2005. Born in West Pittston on October 31, 1925, he was a son of the late Grace (Davis) Smith. Jack was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II. He was a graduate of Pierce College in Philadelphia. Jack was the owner/operator of Jack Jones Buick in Bethlehem for 40 years. He was a member of St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in Whitehall. He was also the past treasurer of the Buick Dealer’s Association, director Buick National Dealer Council, past director of Pennsylvania Automotive Association., past president of the Bethlehem Auto Dealers Association, past president of the CIC, past president of the Lehigh Valley Club, Free and Accepted Masons 32nd Degree, Rajah Shriners, and Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite Freemasonry. He will be lovingly remembered by his daughters, Janet Cameline and her husband, John, Bethlehem; Cynthia Longenbach and her husband, Barry, Beach Haven, N.J.;

Eugene Pupa peacefully W alter left this world for a better place

sons, Scott Jones and his wife Joanne, Allentown; Chris Jones and Lori Mannicci, Allentown; eight grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Calling hours will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday in Cantelmi Funeral Home, 1311 Broadway, Fountain Hill. On Monday, a service will originate at11a.m. in St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 3900 Mechanicsville Road, Whitehall, followed by entombment in the Grandview Cemetery Mausoleum, Allentown. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Center for Animal Welfare, 1165 Island Park Road, Easton, PA 18042, and/or Fellowship Community 3000 Fellowship Drive, Whitehall, PA 18052. Online condolences may be made at www.cantelmifuneralhome.com.

Richard L. Miller Sr. November 30, 2011 ichard (Dick) L. Miller Sr., 81, of Snowden Street, Forty Fort, R died on Wednesday, November 30,

2011, in Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. Born in Wilkes-Barre, he was a son of the late Eckley and Lydia Scott Miller. He graduated in 1948, from Meyers High School, Wilkes-Barre, and attended West Side Vo Tech. Dick served in the U.S. Army from 1948 until 1952, during the Korean Conflict. He became a Sergeant in the U.S. Army, and served in the U.S. and Germany. He had been a resident of Forty Fort for the past 48 years. Margaret, Shavertown; one grandDick had been employed by son; three step-grandsons; and two Knecht Bros, W. H. Nicholson and Danna Perfume Corporation in great-granddaughters. Funeral services will be held Mountain Top. He retired as a truck at 11 a.m. Monday in the Forty driver for Mobil Oil Corp. After retirement, he worked for Fort United Methodist Church, Wyoming and Yeager Aves., Forty Forty Fort Borough. Dick was a member of Forty Fort Fort, with his pastor, the Rev. DoUnited Methodist Church for over nald A. Roberts Sr., officiating. The 40 years, and was a Sunday school interment, with Military Honors, teacher. He was also a member of will be at the Forty Fort Cemetery. the United Methodist Men and Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday evening in the Hugh B. served on many committees. He was an avid outdoorsman and Hughes & Son Inc. Funeral Home, 1044 Wyoming Ave., Forty Fort, or loved fishing and hunting. Preceding him in death are his at the church from 10 a.m. until sersiblings, John F. Miller, Catherine E. vice time. Memorial contributions, if desirMiller, William Miller and Helen ed, can be made to the Forty Fort Miller. Surviving are his wife of 54 years, United Methodist Church, Wyomthe former Doris Baird; daughter, ing and Yeager Aves., Forty Fort, Sharon L. Miller Stowe, and her PA, 18704 or to the Alzheimer’s Ashusband, Everett, Chesapeake, Va.; sociation, 57 N. Franklin St., Wilkesson, Richard L Miller, and his wife, Barre, PA 18702.

Marjorie Miller November 30, 2011 ust like the seasons that come and go, when the flowers of JSpring lay buried in snow, God

sends to the heart in its winter’s sadness, a springtime awakening of new hope and gladness. This wintry day of November 30th, 2011, Marjorie (Margie) Edwards Miller, went to be with her Lord and Savior with that awakening of new hope and gladness. She was born March 19, 1924, a daughter of the late Issac and Laura Watkins Edwards. She graduated from Plymouth High School, class of 1942. Margie worked for the Internal Revenue Service, Camden, N.J., and the Half-Circle Barb-b-que Restaurant, Hanover Township, where she prepared countless delicious barbb-ques. She was a member of the Cherry Street Bible Church, Plymouth. She was the Ladies Aid Society’s treasurer, and also the treasurer of the Joy Sunday School Class. She enjoyed singing in the choir. Margie demonstrated forbea-

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rance and showed an inner beauty. She had a soothing effect when others were troubled by calming their fears and had compassion when her neighbors or family were in need. Neighbors were helped by Margie as she showed them her warmth and love. Many great cook-outs were held in Margie and Fred’s backyard. She had a certain contentment, and not a complaint about others came from her lips. She always had a good word about others which made it so refreshing to be in her company. She was delighted to see her friends and family being blessed by God. Her acts of kindness will always be remembered for she lived by the principle “It is far more blessed to give than to receive.” She appreciated the magnificent and generous gift of God’s love, Jesus her Savior. She endeavored to live a life of happiness. It is said, “Happiness is a state of mind, within the reach of everyone who takes the time to be kind.” Margie was preceded in death by her husband, Fred, in 1994. Also preceding her were a sister, Dorothy Morgan, and her husband, Jack Morgan; sister-in-law, Margaret Edwards; and daughter-in-law, Ellen Mary Mundy Miller She is survived by her sons, Fred Miller, Edwardsville, and Glen Miller and his wife, Amy, Sheppton; brother, Issac ( Kirby) Edwards, Bethlehem; sisters Mary Edwards King and her husband, William King, Bells Lake Estates, N.J., and Linda Miller, Plains Township; her cherished grandchildren, Shannon, Glenn, Derrek, Sara, Courtney, Colton and Keltan seven adorable greatgrandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in the William A. Reese Funeral Chapel, rear 56 Gaylord Ave., Plymouth, with the Rev. James Sienkiewicy officiating. Interment will be in Oak Lawn Cemetery, Hanover Township. Friends may call from 10 a.m. until time of service.

on Tuesday evening, November 29, 2011, from WakeMed Hospital in Raleigh, N.C. Walt was a tremendous gentleman with a life full of accomplishments. He touched so many people, but none more than his close family members and friends. He was an exceptional father and role model for his sons and grandchildren. He was an amazingly strong man in body, character and will. From humble beginnings in the Pittston, Pennsylvania, a coal mining region during the depression, he earned a football scholarship to the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill. During the recruiting process to UNC by Coach Jim Tatum, Walt’s father convinced him to attend UNC, because, as the coach described it, “the streets must be paved with gold in Chapel Hill”. Walt’s education and college football career was interrupted by his service in the military during World War II. Walt served in the U.S. Navy’s Tunney program, which assigned physical education majors as trainers for new recruits. After the war, Walt returned to UNC to complete both his undergraduate and graduate degrees. He earned All-American status as the bruising fullback during the Justice-era, and played in the 1946 Sugar Bowl. He was awarded the prestigious Patterson Medal, presented to the senior student-athlete in the University who is judged by a committee of faculty, administrators, and students to be most outstanding in athletic ability, sportsmanship, morale, leadership, and general conduct. Walt was drafted by the Chicago Bears to play professionally, but following knee surgery, elected to retire as a player and become an assistant football coach at UNC. Following a five-year coaching career, he began his business career as a sales engineer at Amoco Oil Company, where he exemplified his work-ethic for over 30 years. He became a very accomplished amateur golfer in North and South Carolina, winning many tournaments. He led a very active retirement life that included playing golf at Raleigh Country Club, attending UNC

sporting events, serving as an usher at church and supporting numerous charitable organizations. Walt was a lifetime member of the General Alumni Association plus a long-time member of the Educational Foundation at UNC and had been inducted into numerous Halls of Fame. Walt was preceded in death by his loving wife, Babette (Betty) Reichold Pupa, in 2003. He demonstrated his devotion and love for her over the years and now can be with her again in heaven. How he cared for her, especially during her last years of life when she struggled with Alzheimer’s, were true examples of his love for her and the depth of his character. He is survived by his three sons and daughters-in-law, Walter Reichold and Margaret Linda Jones Pupa, Raleigh, N.C.; Edward Reichold and Mary Ruth Jones Pupa, Raleigh, N.C., and Thomas Reichold and Linda Sue Clawson Pupa, Hartsville, S.C. He has seven loving grandchildren, Nicholas, Aaron, Benjamin, Jordan, Sarah, Jessica and John; and one great-grandchild, Gavin. He is also survived by his two brothers, Arthur and Edward Pupa, and many loving family members in Pennsylvania. The family will receive visitors from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, in Mitchell Funeral Home (7837128) at Raleigh Memorial Park, 7209 Glenwood Ave. On Saturday, there will be a funeral Mass at 1:30 p.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes Church (861-4800), 2718 Overbrook Drive in Raleigh, N.C. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations made to Our Lady of Lourdes Church, 2718 Overbrook Drive, Raleigh, NC 27608. Condolences and special memories can be shared at www.MitchellatRMP.com.

John C. Lacomy Sr. November 28, 2011 C. Lacomy Sr., 78, of Sussex J ohn Street, Old Forge, passed away

Monday, November 28, 2011, at the VNA Hospice and Palliative Care Center at Community Medical Center, Scranton. John was born on July 21, 1933, in Shickshinny. He was the son of the late Frank and Mary Vrobleski Lacomy. He was a graduate of Nanticoke High School and attended Wilkes College. Mr. Lacomy was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was employed as a metal fabricator and inspector for R & H Fabricators, Orangeville Metal and Berwick Metal Fabricators. He was a member of Price of Peace Parish, Old Forge. John is preceded in death by brothers, Joe F. Lakomy, Glastonbury, Conn.; Edward Lacomy, Old Forge; Paul F. Lacomy, Nanticoke; Frank P. Lacomy, Taylor; Walter J. Lacomy, East Hartford, Conn.; sisters, Josephine H. Duda, Nanticoke, and Frances N. Gregory, Baltimore, Md. Surviving him are his wife, Mary Ann (Osmola) Lacomy, Old Forge; children, John C. Lacomy Jr. and

wife Michele, Wilkes-Barre, and Francis J. Lacomy, Plymouth; aunts, Frances Bushman and Pauline Sarday, both of Plymouth; grandchildren, John B., Thomas, Rachel, Samantha; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Saturday in the Stanley S. Stegura Funeral Home Inc., 614 S. Hanover St., Nanticoke, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in the main site of St. Faustina’s Parish, 520 S. Hanover St., Nanticoke. Final interment will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Wanamie. Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. today.

Stanley Affeldt November 30, 2011 tanley “Stosh” Affeldt, 78, of Tullytown, passed away peacefully S at Silver Lake Center in Bristol

Township, on Wednesday, November 30, 2011. Born and raised in Swoyersville, he was a Tullytown resident for over 50 years. Stosh was an employee of the former Patterson Parchment Company and later retired from the Lower Bucks County Joint Municipal Authority. He was a U.S. Army Veteran who served in the Korean War and was a member of the VFW Billington Post, the Moose Lodge 1169, and former member of the Tullytown Volunteer Fire Company. Stosh was preceded in death by his devoted wife of 50 years, Florence (nee Miskiel); parents, Adam and Edna; and a grandson, Tyler. He will be greatly missed by his children, Karen D. Schuler and her husband, David, Skillman, N.J.; John, Tullytown; Michael and his

wife, Gina, Langhorne; grandchildren, Bryan and Daniel Affeldt, Stephen and Stephanie Schuler; brother, Frank, and his wife, Theresa, Plymouth Meeting, Pa.; sister, Agnes Romonko, Towson, Md.; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to call from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday in the Galzerano Funeral Home, 430 Radcliffe St., Bristol Borough. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Monday in St. Ann Church, Bristol Borough. There will be no calling hours on Monday morning in the funeral home. Interment will follow in Tullytown Cemetery. The family prefers memorial contributions in his name be made to St. Ann Church, 357 Dorrance St., Bristol, PA 19007.

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County safe from all ‘kids’ suits The last of the lawsuits filed in ‘kids for cash’ scandal will not impact Luzerne County. By TERRIE MORGAN-BESECKER tmorgan@timesleader.com

SCRANTON – A ruling by a federal judge on Wednesday means Luzerne County has now been dismissed as a defendant in all of the federal lawsuits that were filed related to the Luzerne County juvenile justice scandal. U.S. District Judge A. Richard Caputo granted the county’s motion to dismiss it as a defendant in a lawsuit filed by Angela Rimmer Belanger and Kelly Farmer. The suit was among a total of eight lawsuits relating to the “kids for cash” scandal that have been consolidated by the federal court system for pre-trial matters. Each of the cases was evaluated separately regarding motions to dismiss that were filed by

defendants. Caputo had previously issued rulings dismissing Luzerne County as a defendant in the other seven lawsuits. The latest ruling means the county is now out of the complicated legal case “once and for all,” said the county’s attorney, Timothy Myers of Elliott Greenleaf & Dean. “It is a significant victory for the taxpayers and citizens of Luzerne County, who could have been repeatedly victimized in lawsuits for no fault of their own, and because of the sins of a small group of greedy men,” Myers said. The ruling does not end the case for the plaintiffs as numerous other defendants still remain, however. Each of the suits has named multiple defendants, including former judges Mark Ciavarella and Michael Conahan; Robert Powell, the former co-owner of two juvenile detention centers at the

claims in an amendheart of the scandal, The latest ruling and Robert Mericle, means the county is ed complaint he filed, however. who built the centers. now out of the In his ruling The allegations in Wednesday, Capueach of the lawsuits complicated legal to reaffirmed his orhave varied, but all are case “once and for based on the general all,” said the coun- der dismissing the premise that Ciavarella ty’s attorney, Tim- county. “Since, as the and Conahan conspircourt has already ed with others to othy Myers of Elheld, plaintiffs have wrongly incarcerate ju- liott Greenleaf & failed to state any veniles at Powell’s de- Dean. claim against (the tention centers in orcounty) defendder to benefit themants, their motion to dismiss will selves and others financially. The Belanger suit made addi- be granted,” Caputo said. Caputo’s ruling also addressed tional allegations against former county commissioners Greg motions to dismiss that were filSkrepenak and Todd Vonderheid ed by Powell, Mericle and former and former chief clerk Sam Gues- juvenile probation official Sandra to, alleging those officials were Brulo. Caputo dismissed certain counts of the complaint against also part of the conspiracy. Caputo previously found there those defendants, but allowed was an insufficient basis for those others to continue. Myers said Brulo’s defense is claims, saying they were based on speculation and innuendo. Be- not being handled by the county langer’s attorney, Arnold Levin of because she was an employee of Philadelphia, still included the the court system, not the county.

Dismissal of former officer’s suit upheld Daniel Griffin had sued Kingston, saying he was wrongly terminated.

By TERRIE MORGAN-BESECKER tmorgan@timesleader.com

SCRANTON – A federal appellate court has upheld the dismissal of a lawsuit filed by a former Kingston police officer who alleged he was falsely accused of a crime and fired in retaliation for a discrimination compliant he filed. The Third Circuit Court of Appeals on Wednesday upheld U.S. District Judge A. Richard Capu-

to’s ruling that dismissed the lawsuit filed by Daniel Griffin. Griffin sued the municipality of Kingston, police Chief Keith Keiper, administrator Paul Keating and others in 2008. The suit alleged the officials conspired to file false criminal charges against Griffin in retaliation for a complaint he filed with a state agency that alleged he was wrongly denied a promotion because of a work-related injury. Griffin was fired in 2007 after he was charged with illegally altering a receipt he submitted seeking reimbursement for a gun he had purchased. He was convicted in 2008 of forgery and con-

spiracy to commit theft by deception. Caputo dismissed Griffin’s lawsuit in February based, in part, on evidence Kingston presented that refuted his claims he was disabled. That evidence consisted of a videotape that showed Griffin carrying a recliner and doing yard work. Caputo also rejected the retaliation claim, saying Griffin’s conviction on the criminal charges supported the municipality’s claim his firing was justified. The Third Circuit Court agreed, noting Griffin failed to provide any evidence to “meaningfully contest” the videotape

evidence. The court also found he presented no evidence to refute Kingston’s position that his firing was justified.

Expelled field hockey player sues Bloom U. By TERRIE MORGAN-BESECKER tmorgan@timesleader.com

SCRANTON – A Bloomsburg University field hockey player who was expelled after being charged with assaulting another woman filed a federal lawsuit against the university Wednesday, alleging her right to due process was violated. Lauren McGinley, 20, of Wilkes-Barre, claims the school’s disciplinary tribunal deprived her of a fair hearing by having improper, private meetings with her accuser and precluding her from presenting evidence or cross-examining witnesses. Rosalee Rush, spokeswoman for the university, declined to comment on the suit. McGinley was among three field hockey players who were charged in October with simple assault and harassment in connection with an attack on Ashley Carsia, a 2011 Bloomsburg University graduate and former member of the swim team. Police said McGinley and teammates Nicole Bruce and Alexis Weber attacked Carsia after she left a Bloomsburg restaurant with several friends on Oct. 9. Carsia was knocked unconscious during the assault and suffered a broken nose and numerous scratches and abra-

sions. McGinley, Bruce and Weber face a preliminary hearing on the charges Dec. 28. McGinley’s lawsuit, filed by attorney William Vinsko of Wilkes-Barre, says the university held a disciplinary hearing on Nov. 2 and voted to expel McGinley. Vinsko contends the disciplinary hearing violated McGinley’s due process rights in a number of ways. McGinley was not permitted to review Carsia’s medical records or to cross-examine witnesses. The tribunal also met privately with Carsia, which Vinsko says potentially compromised its impartiality, and also permitted testimony from persons who did not witness the assault. Vinsko also alleges the university selectively chose to punish McGinley whereas other student athletes who have come under criminal investigation have been permitted to remain at school. The suit seeks unspecified monetary damages on several counts. U.S. District Judge Christopher Conner has scheduled a hearing for 2 p.m. today regarding a temporary restraining order Vinsko filed that seeks to force the university to immediately reinstate McGinley to the school and field hockey team.

Area man with ties to D’Elia charged in scheme Frank Pavlico III charged by feds in North Carolina. He was arrested by Pa. authorities. By TERRIE MORGAN-BESECKER tmorgan@timesleader.com

An area man who pleaded guilty in 2008 to helping reputed mobster William “Billy” D’Elia conceal the source of drug money has been charged by federal authorities in South Carolina with operating a scheme to defraud investors, according to a prosecutor. Frank Pavlico III was arrested by Pennsylvania authorities on Tuesday based on a criminal complaint filed by the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Greensville, S.C. David Stephens, an assistant U.S. attorney in Greensville, said

Pavlico was charged with one count of wire fraud. Stephens said prosecutors allege Pavlico offered a bogus investment to a person he thought was an investor, but who was really an operative for the FBI. In the Pennsylvania case, Pavlico, of Clarks Green, was sentenced in January 2008 to 10 months in federal prison for his role in an elaborate money laundering scheme involving D’Elia and local coal company heir Louis Pagnotti III. Prosecutors said Pavlico, D’Elia and another man, Richard Smallacombe, funneled hundreds of thousands of dollars in drug money through Pagnotti’s coal company and two other businesses in order to make it appear as thought the money was legitimately earned. They then paid it

out to themselves as bogus consulting fees. Pavlico had faced up to 11 years in prison, but was sentenced in January 2008 to just 10 months based on a recommendation from prosecutors, who said Pavlico was a key witness in their case against D’Elia. D’Elia was sentenced in November 2008 to nine years in prison for his role in the money laundering scheme and charges related his attempt to hire a person to kill Pavlico. Details of the South Carolina charges were not available Thursday as the criminal complaint against Pavlico was filed under seal. Stephens said he expects additional information about the case will be made available after he presents the case to a federal grand jury in December.

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Area insurance fraud suspect is caught after traffic stop HANOVER TWP. -- A man wanted on insurance fraud charges was captured during a traffic stop Wednesday morning. Township police said Jade C. Perrillo, 45, Country Club Road, Dorrance Township, was taken into custody after the traffic stop on the Sans Souci Parkway at about 10 a.m. Perrillo was wanted by the Luzerne County Sheriff’s Department on charges he failed to appear at a formal arraignment in

county court on Nov. 18, according to court records. The Northeast Pennsylvania Insurance Fraud Task Force charged Perrillo with theft by deception, theft by false impression and insurance fraud after he allegedly submitted hotel and food bills to his insurance carrier in 2010. He was charged on July 13 and remained free without bail. Perrillo’s house on Country Club Road in Dorrance Township was damaged by a fire on July 14, 2010. Due to the fire, Perrillo was

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Forty Fort Lions Club gives out Thanksgiving baskets

Today,

For the 36th year, the Forty Fort Lions Club distributed Thanksgiving Day baskets to various local churches and community organizations. A record amount of 60 baskets was distributed this year. The club was assisted by Redner’s Market Warehouse, Cub Scout Troop 123 and Boy Scout Troop 143. Some of the participants, from left, first row, are Cavan Temple, Ian Hiedcavage, Zach Wibley, Noah Hiedcavage and Nick Magistru. Second row: Eric Yanallis, Bob Featherstone, Mike Featherstone, Brenda Casey and James Mullholland. Seth St. Clair also participated.

LUZERNE: First Friday Group of Assumpta Council 3987, 7:30 p.m., at Church of Holy Family, to recite the Rosary and attend the 8 a.m. Mass. Breakfast will be at the Council home. Reservations can be made with Chet Daniels, 696-2096.

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Brandon Bukofski Brandon Bukofski, son of Nick and Daisy Bukofski, Newport Township, is celebrating his ninth birthday today, Dec. 2. Brandon is a grandson of Ann Cannon, Glen Lyon; Walter and Diane Skurski, Nanticoke; and Walter and Denise Bukofski, Alden. He is a great-grandson of Regina Bukofski, Alden. Brandon has a brother, Nicholas, 12.

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WILKES-BARRE: Toastmasters International, 5:45 p.m. in the Presentation Room at Sundance Vacations, 264 Highland Park Blvd., across from the Mohegan Sun Arena. Toastmasters International is a public speaking, leadership and self-improvement club. Meetings are held the first and third Tuesday of each month. All are welcome. For more information, contact Rick at 417-7036; visit the website toastmasters.org; or email toastmasterswb@gmail.com.

St. Jude School conducting Race for Education fundraiser

St. Jude School, Mountain Top, has been accepting donations for its Race for Education fundraiser. Sandy Bozinko and Kelly Van Pelt, co-chairpersons for the event, reported that they have received more than$15,400 towards the $16,000 goal. Proceeds are used to fund the many activities sponsored by the Parent Teacher Guild, including field trips, enrichment programs and a wide variety of other events enjoyed by the student body. Donations are still being accepted and anyone wishing to help can contact the school office at 474-5803. With some of the donations, from left, are Katelyn Bozinko, Sandy Bozinko, Joshua Van Pelt, Kelly Van Pelt and Allison Van Pelt.

Pancreatic Cancer Action Network volunteers receive resolution from Senator Baker

Timber Ridge honors environmental staff

Several volunteers from the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre affiliate of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network recently traveled to Harrisburg to receive a resolution from State Senator Lisa Baker declaring November as National Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month. The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network is the only national organization creating hope in a comprehensive way through research, patient support, community outreach and advocacy for a cure. Participants, from left, are Christian Saunders, Sally Venesky, Susan Pall, Baker, Susan Blum Connors, Tammy Saunders, Linda Fedoryszyn, Sheila Wilkes, Chantal Wilkes and Sean Vietmeier.

Timber Ridge Health Care Center, Wilkes-Barre, recently recognized the environmental staff during National Housekeeping Week. Members of the environmental staff, from left, first row: Linda Andrews; Fran Segarra; Sherry Stout; Bernadine Stefanak; and Jesse Grochal, supervisor. Second row: Frank Ondish, environmental services manager; Joe Jumper; Charlie Thorne; and Frank Udinski.

HONOR ROLL Hanover Area Memorial Elementary School Dr. Terry Schnee, district elementary principal, Hanover Area School District, recently announced the first quarter Honor Roll.

PSEA-Retired members hold luncheon More than 80 members of the Luzerne County Chapter of PSEA-Retired recently held their fall luncheon at the East Mountain Inn, Wilkes-Barre. Northeastern region president Mary Moran and vice president Annette Palutis reported on issues facing PSEA retirees. Program presenter Agnes Massachessi spoke on Penn State’s wellness program for senior citizens and legislative committee chairperson Steve Harmanos reported on several issues of concern for educators, including SB 1 to provide state vouchers for students to attend private schools and attacks on Social Security. First-time attendees to the luncheon were also recognized. At the luncheon, from left, first row: Moran; Shirley Judge, president, Luzerne County Chapter; and Palutis. Second row: first-time attendees, Kay Wolfe, Judy Rittenhouse, Donna Rother, Marie Guesto, Maureen Solomon, Ruth Sorber, Pamela Zuremba, Lori Sorber, Susan Najaka and Alice Keiner.

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Grade 5: High Honors: Emina Adzemovic, Tanisha Atherton, Jared Banesh, Matthew Beecham, Emilee Bobos, Kyle Bohlin, Tessa Bresnahan, Madalyn Brink, Christian Buckley, Nicolas Chekan, Jessica Chieffo, Taylor Coleman, Noah Dennis, Alexis Dubois, Susan Dule, Tiffany Eustice, Adam Gatusky, Taylor Gavlick, Shaun Gurnari, Gina Hemsley, Julian Homa, Aaron Hummer, Miles Hunter, Bennen Johnson, Georgia Karpovich, April Kashmer, Jared Kishbaugh, Jenna Kurent, McKenzie Kus, Zack Lewis, Jame McCabe, Max Mendrzycki, Abigail Mendygral, Miranda Mislivets, Sharon Monahan, Marissa O’Brien, Alekzander Otero, Ana Pac, Connor Quaglia, Kerianna Rimmer, Eric Ryan, Isabella Salci, Arianna Sillah, Gabriel Stefanec, Cody Thomas, Deanna Wadzin, Gregory Wallace and Any Xu. Honors: Skylar Achhammer,

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OUR OPINION: SCRANTON SPEECH

Prez: I’m not here to campaign (wink)

FTER REVIEWING the speech President Barack Obama delivered at Scranton High School’s gymnasium Wednesday, our analysis shows he clearly stuck to the issues impacting all Americans and did not make a pre-emptive appeal for votes in November 2012. An (only slightly skewed) summary: Scranton High rocks! My vice president and good buddy Joe Biden once lived in Scranton, which is why today he’s so hardworking and scrappy. Like all of you. Hardworking and scrappy. Sen. Bob Casey is from Scranton. I love Bob Casey. Bob Casey is on board the Obama Express. I’ve lowered your taxes. If anyone tells you during the months ahead that I’ve raised your taxes, they’re wrong. Tell them they’re wrong. I’ve lowered taxes for the middle class. And for small businesses.

I feel your pain. You have deep frustration, as do I, with the economic crunch of the past decade, brought on by prior administrations and a few bad apples on Wall Street. I want to keep your taxes low next year. In fact, I want to make them even lower. But those stubborn Republicans stand in our way. Tell those stubborn, Grinchy-Grinch Republicans to get out of the way, so I can lower your taxes. Then we all can have a Merry Christmas, especially our veterans. I’m bringing our Iraqi war veterans home in time for the holidays. I love veterans. I love you. See you later, Scranton. God bless America. PS: Now I’m headed to New York City for a few fundraisers. Obviously this “official visit” to Northeastern Pennsylvania had nothing to do with Obama’s re-election efforts or it would have been paid for with Democrats’ campaign dollars, not your tax dollars. Right?

QUOTE OF THE DAY “We are seeing a broad spectrum of customers return to the market.” Don Johnson The U.S. sales chief at General Motors Co. said Thursday that buyers of new vehicles have begun to emerge again after a long slump, boosting November sales at GM 7 percent over the prior year. Silverado pickup sales jumped 34 percent.

OTHER OPINION: PAYROLL TAX CUT

All must commit to compromise

HE LOOMING con- long-term health of the nation, gressional showdown and not the short-term attracover whether to ex- tiveness to voters. Instead of tend Social Security facing off in a world of either/ payroll tax cuts has both politi- or, why not both? The average family would cal parties playing to their support bases, ignoring the com- have difficulty finding an extra promises and shared sacrifices $1,000 a year in its budget. But there should be a compromise that Americans expect. Democrats are pushing to ex- level to which the payroll tax tend tax cuts that keep about could rise, creating a managea$1,000 a year in the pockets of ble sacrifice for the middle class. middle-class families At the same earning $50,000 a Despite what time, some level of year. They’re propos- politicians from ing to pay for it with a both parties think tax increase on the wealthy certainly new tax on those also is necessary, earning more than $1 of Americans, we are not afraid of especially with cormillion a year. porate profits at reRepublicans are sacrifice. cord levels and saying the payroll tax capital gains tax reduction hasn’t produced the benefits of others rates low enough to mean some such as the Bush tax cuts. They of the richest Americans now note that while the cut should pay a lower percentage of their be extended only if paid for, tax- income in taxes than the miding millionaires is a bad idea for dle class. Any tax increase, even if only a fragile economy. The debate, of course, dances the rolling back of a tax cut, around the fact that the payroll damages pocketbooks. But tax is intended to fund Social Washington, for reasons of poSecurity, and that payouts on litical expediency, has been putSocial Security have now ex- ting off dealing with some funceeded revenue from the tax. If damental problems for far too Social Security is to survive and long. Despite what politicians thrive, it will require commit- from both parties think of Americans, we are not afraid of ment and sacrifice from all. It is disappointing that, once sacrifice. We only insist that it again, Americans aren’t hearing be shared. about reasonable compromise. The Kansas City Star It is time to think about the EDITORIAL BOARD

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Flood brings hardship and fellowship to church

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he Times Leader finally has been very informative regarding the efforts of the businesses and residents of Shickshinny to recover from the flood (“Shickshinny on the mend,” Nov. 27). It is good to read some positive experiences and direction noted in the newspaper articles of late. The people of the town – and the assistance given to them – are to be commended for the cleanup and restoration completed to date. However, as the lay pastor of First Presbyterian Church, Shickshinny, the only downtown church to be fully impacted by the flood, I still remain concerned about the coverage by the news media. Where were the interviews and pictures relative to the damage to our fellowship hall and building? Many people have prayed to God for comfort and help but have seemed to be neglectful in their concern for one of his houses of worship. I want everyone to know that we are progressing in our restoration with the assistance of insurance, professional restoration services, the Shickshinny Fire Department and the planning and manual labor of many of our members. We are open for worship each Sunday at 10 a.m. and invite other people in the community to worship with us. The flood has brought us all closer together. Christmas will be even more special this year. Jim Parks Lay pastor First Presbyterian Church Shickshinny

Dec. 8 for the hour of grace. We all have so much for which to pray, and so much to gain. Christopher Calore Wilkes-Barre

Education, taxpayers suffer under governor

heard on the news that Pennsylvania is among a few states whose students have increased their test scores over the last decade. What a great gift for their futures. How’s our new governor helping that cause? He’s cut funding at all levels of education by nearly $1 billion. But wait. The gas industry in our state is experiencing tremendous growth in successful gas wells. Now there’s a break for us taxpayers. Oh, wait. Among states with successful gas wells, our state is alone in not levying a gas severance tax. We don’t deserve such a good governor. We deserve to be punished by a governor who supports better education. And our state deserves to be punished with a gas severance tax. Ed Cole Clarks Summit

Writer urges observance Legislator seeks accord of solemn ‘hour of grace’ on drilling regulation bill

n November 1946, the Virgin Mary is believed to have appeared to Sister Pierina, a Catholic nun, at Montichiari, Italy. The Virgin Mary spoke consoling words to Sister Pierina, of how she intercedes for all of us so that God continues to grant his mercy. The Virgin Mary requested, however, that we accept our crosses daily with love. The Virgin Mary asked the good sister to inform the people to pray from noon to 1 p.m. each Dec. 8, the feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary. It can be prayed alone and anywhere, however, with no interruptions. She called this the “hour of grace” and promised many graces, blessings and cures for those who pray this (if in accordance with the will of the eternal father). Mary instructed to begin the hour of grace by reciting Psalm 51 three times while your arms are outstretched. The remaining hour can be completed with any prayers. In this Advent season people of good will should consider setting time aside on

fter months of meetings, site visits and public forums, and thousands of phone calls, letters and emails, I well understand the conflicting views in our area regarding the Marcellus Shale, with the extensive environmental concerns on one side and the hopes for economic benefits of natural gas drilling on the other side. Senate Bill 1100, the Senate version of a natural gas-drilling regulation bill, contains a number of proposals I have worked on over the course of the last few years regarding community and environmental protections, including: • Establishing deeper setbacks from wells and water sources, expanding groundwater monitoring and requiring notification to the operators of public drinking water systems: Sections 3215, 3218 and 3218.4. (Senate Bill 1452.) • Giving access to location information needed by emergency responders: Section 3218.3. (Senate Bill 995.) • Raising the standards for operators of wastewater treatment facilities: Section

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3218(g). (Senate Bill 996.) • Placing gathering lines under Pennsylvania’s One Call system: Section 3218.6. (Senate Bill 1228.) There also is a need to increase state safety inspection and oversight of gas pipelines and for a registry of Class 1 rural gathering lines that are prevalent in our area and becoming more numerous. This issue is being treated separately from Senate Bill 1100. A few weeks ago, my Senate Bill 325 was added to a similar House bill that we expect to become law in the near future. In recent weeks, one of the more contentious items discussed relates to the preemption of local zoning. During debate on Senate Bill 1100, I voted in favor of an amendment that would have preserved local zoning powers. Unfortunately, that amendment failed by a vote of 22-27. The current version of the bill contains an approach modeled on one used to resolve agricultural zoning disputes. An operator will have to request an attorney general review to determine if a local ordinance allows for the reasonable development of oil and gas based on the state Municipalities Planning Code and court cases. I will continue to work with the various local government organizations to address any outstanding concerns. Many people want to see taxes imposed on drilling companies or a fee structure set much higher. The problem is that approving a bill likely to be vetoed by the governor would delay the receipt of additional funds for our communities and set back the implementation of the standards and protections contained in Senate Bill 1100. Some have erroneously criticized Senate Bill 1100 for lack of funding to contiguous communities impacted by, but not hosting, drilling. The fact is that money is set aside for all county conservation districts, which play a key role in overseeing pipeline development. The bill also provides funding for training for emergency responders across the state through the Office of the State Fire Commissioner, as well as the purchase of specialized equipment for individual departments. I am pushing for additional dollars to support other impacts in these counties. This proposal is not the final answer. The House recently approved an entirely different version. Many of its provisions are less acceptable to people in our area; some of its provisions would be preferable to those contained in the Senate-passed bill. In the weeks ahead, these differences will have to be negotiated and a consensus bill developed. During this time, I will continue to call for further community and environmental protections. There is still a crucial role to be played by public input, up until the time a bill is sent to the governor. Constituent views matter to me, whether they agree or disagree with my vote. State Sen. Lisa Baker Lehman Township

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demned the property. Commissioners recently voted to allocate $1 million in federal community development funding to demolish the structure. The building was not expected to be knocked down until next year because a demolition plan must be developed before a contractor is hired, county officials have said. CityVest Executive Director Alex Rogers could not be reached for comment Thursday. He has stressed he is not paid to serve as director. Four people serve on the CityVest Board of Directors: Judd Shoval, the Rev. Thomas O’Hara, attorney Richard Goldberg and Dr. Brian O’Donnell. Three seats on the board are vacant. Grand jury proceedings are

closed to the public to protect sensitive information involving ongoing investigations and the privacy rights of people who are under investigation but who have not yet been charged with a crime. Grand jury panels consist of 16 to 23 members of the public who are randomly selected from voter registration rolls within the district they live. At least 12 panel members must agree there is sufficient evidence to support the filing of charges. Past complaints County Commissioner Stephen A. Urban has criticized CityVest’s decision to pay a Maine couple $325,000 of the county loan money to acquire a property adjacent to the hotel. Wilkes-Barre city had a $303,000 lien against the couple for expenses to demolish the dilapidated structure, and CityVest paid both the couple and the lien. Urban said the couple – Gregory and Stephanie Lull – should have received only the purchase

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ever, I do want to emphasize that under the law, the standard is that the reasonable needs of operating our court system must be funded.” Commissioners have already hinted the courts would be significantly cut, though they declined comment on specific figures until the budget unveiling. County Councilman-elect Rick Morelli asked the commissioners during a budget briefing session Wednesday if they expected county judges to sue the county in an attempt to stop the reductions. The commissioners said a suit is possible, though they don’t believe the courts would win. The issue of court cuts has not been tested in the county. Former county Judge Mark Ciavarella filed a suit against commissioners in

2008 when they passed a budget with $1.9 million in court salary cuts, arguing the courts would not have the resources to carry out justice. However, the suit was withdrawn by Ciavarella’s president judge successor, Chester Muroski, after Ciavarella stepped down amidst the corruption probe. The courts ended up furloughing 25 workers and eliminating 14 vacant positions in 2009, saving the county $2.1 million in salaries and benefits. According to the draft budget supplied by county Controller Walter Griffith at about 4:30 p.m. Thursday, spending in court branches is slated to be reduced from $23.6 million to $18.07 million. The breakdown: court administration, $4.74 million to $3.99 million, or -$744,093; orphan’s court, $416,632 to $284,798, or -$131,834; central court/ district judges, $3.6 million to $2.4 million, or -$1.26 million; domestic rela-

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tions, $4.47 million to $3.8 million, or -$667,382; court stenographers, $1.08 million to $750,286, or -$333,467; and probation services, $9.27 million to $6.87 million, or -$2.4 million. The county’s overall budget is decreasing from $125.2 million to $121.1 million, if the draft budget remains unchanged. Commissioners have said cuts are the only option because they won’t raise property taxes to cover revenue shortfalls and a $2.9 million increase in debt repayments. The new 11-member county council

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FEMA trailer staging area along Route 315 in Plains Township. About 110 families have received the trailers so far.

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and are confident that we made the right choice. We’re very excited for United Way’s future under his leadership.” Jones said he is honored to be selected and is eager to get started in his new position. “The United Way name is well-recognized, but people don’t fully understand how critical it is to the well-being of the entire community,” Jones said. “At one time, more than $5 million was raised during the annual campaign, but less is brought in now. We need to get to work on that so we can meet the needs in the community.” The United Way would not release Jones’ salary. Soper said it’s the organization’s policy not to release that infor-

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that Park had conspired with another inmate to have Luzerne County Assistant District Attorney Alexis Falvello killed. Park told the detectives Falvello was the prosecuting attorney in his child sex case, but he “denied he placed a hit on anyone,” Kolcharno said. Park was told that the penalty for solicitation to commit murder was the same as committing a murder and that if he had arranged for the hit, “he needed to re-evaluate his decision and contact whomever he needed to en-

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housing that’s up there.” The first stage of construction in Tunkhannock Township will make space for 45 to 50 housing units situated along a straight

mation. According to Federal Form 990 filed by the United Way in 2010, former President/CEO David Lee was paid $125,009 by the organization and he received an additional estimated $33,644 in other compensation from the United Way and other organizations. He resigned early this year. Jones said it’s too early to discuss his agenda; he said he wants to get in the agency and meet with all parties and employees before formulating a game plan. “I will listen to donors, board members, provider agencies, service recipients and employees to gather as much input as possible,” he said. Established in 1921, United Way of Wyoming Valley is a volunteer-driven organization raising and distributing funds for community needs. United Way has 27 partner agencies and last year funded 46 community programs helping

sure a murder did not occur,” Kolcharno said. The detectives asked Lackawanna County Prison officials to place Park in restrictive housing and have his cell sealed and treated as a crime scene. The detectives also on Tuesday interviewed Diego Perez, another inmate in Park’s cell block – Delta Unit, which is used for prisoners under administrative segregation. Perez said most people on his block are “puffers,” a slang term used by inmates to describe child sex offenders. Perez told the detectives that it was known on the cell block that he was not a “puffer,” but housed there because prison officials believed he was a member of the La-

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more rural nature but also the Marcellus Shale impact, where essentially the gas companies have come in in the last two years and acquired a lot of the existing

price minus the lien. The CityVest board has said the lien was paid at WilkesBarre’s request, with the city pledging to identify future grants for the project. The Lulls, former WilkesBarre residents, bought the property for $185,000 in 1997 but moved out of the area without transforming the buildings into commercial space and loft-style apartments as planned. Citizens have also complained that CityVest did not mothball the structure to ensure its preservation. CityVest officials have said the nonprofit relied on project manager Lincoln Property Co.’s expert opinion on what work should be completed with the limited funds allocated for the project. Based in Philadelphia, Lincoln Property received a total $520,100. Urban noted Thursday that CityVest still owes the county $6 TIMES LEADER FILE PHOTO million, though repayment has The shuttered Sterling Hotel in downtown Wilkes-Barre is the focus of a grand jury investigation. been put on hold.

MOBILE 42,000 who applied after Tropical Storm Lee, only about 300 are slated to receive mobile homes. About 110 families have received the trailers so far. FEMA had to go the route of new construction in Wyoming and Bradford counties because of existing housing shortages in the areas where parks are under construction, Schuback said. “Wyoming County is a little bit more rural,” he said. “And Bradford County has not only the

“Where’s My Refund?” by calling 1-800829-1954. While only a small percentage of checks mailed out by the IRS are returnContinued from Page 3A ed as undelivered, taxpayers can put an how to update their addresses. Tax- end to lost, stolen or undelivered checks payers can access a telephone version of by choosing direct deposit when they

road and an additional loop road; a setup that allows as many trailers as possible to fit on the property. The park will have utility service and safety features such as lights and street signs, but will have compressed gravel roads because it is intended as a temporary installation. “We don’t build these things to the extent that we would if it was a permanent subdivision,” Schuback said. “We don’t really go overboard on luxury items or aesthetic features.” Residents may stay up to 18 months in FEMA trailers as they rebuild their homes or seek alternate housing, though that win-

more than 32,000 community members in the Wyoming Valley. Soper said the United Way’s board voted unanimously to accept the Executive Search Committee’s recommendation to hire Jones. “The search process was a true community effort,” Soper said. “Our search committee, under the direction of William E. Sordoni, worked diligently to find the best person for the position.” Soper said Jones has a long history of service to the Wyoming Valley and his work has impacted thousands of lives for the better. Jones said that early in his career he was working at First Eastern Bank and became a loaned executive to the United Way. “I was just 21 years old, and I got the opportunity to work with community leaders like Wally Stettler, Harold Rosenn, Rick Ross, Chuck Parente and oth-

tin Kings street gang. Perez also said Park had befriended him and told him he was a crack dealer who was there on an arson-related offense, subsequently drawing him a map of the location he buried evidence of the supposed arson. Perez said he later learned Park was incarcerated for child sex offenses. Perez said Park asked him to get someone outside of the prison to retaliate against those responsible for his incarceration, namely Falvello, Hanover Township police officer David Lewis and District Judge Joseph Halesey. Perez provided a letter and notes from Park requesting that he and inmate Anthony Simpson secure someone to kill Falvello

members will have 45 days to revise the 2012 budget after they take office on Jan. 2. Commissioner Stephen A. Urban, also a councilman-elect, said during the Wednesday meeting the courts would have to prove they would be impaired by cuts to win a court challenge. Urban said a Carbon County judge lost a suit over court cuts several years ago, and he does not believe Ciavarella would have won the 2008 suit over budget cuts. Commissioner Chairwoman Maryanne Petrilla told the council-elect the courts would have to provide statis-

dow is sometimes extended, Schuback said. Both parks are being built on private property and the landowners are not charging FEMA to use the property. “We work out some agreement with those owners,” Schuback said. “And oftentimes the agreement is the infrastructure that we put in place for the temporary facility is something that the owner would like to keep, so that when we leave… even though we will pull the units out, we will leave that infrastructure in place, and that enables that property owner to proceed with their plans; to go ahead and build a housing subdi-

vision or something of that nature.” In addition to the two new sites, FEMA and the Army Corps of Engineers are expanding space at three existing mobile home parks: Mount Lookout in Exeter, Country Terrace in Bloomsburg, Columbia County, and Stony Brook in Orangeville, Columbia County. Expansion includes both building additional pads and removing abandoned, dilapidated trailers to make space for FEMAissued mobile homes. FEMA is also placing mobile homes in eight other existing parks in Luzerne County and two in Wyoming County.

“I will listen to donors, board members, provider agencies, service recipients and employees to gather as much input as possible.” Bill Jones New head of United Way

ers. I knew then that the United Way had a powerful mission and was a key resource for community good.” Jones said no decision has been made at VOA on who will be interim director. He said he is proud of his work at VOA, having built several quality programs. During his tenure, Jones said, the local chapter nearly quadrupled its revenue and now has programs that serve children and youth, homeless young adults, individuals with mental illness, low income and at risk families and the elderly.

“any way they want,” after initially requesting that she be shot. He said Park indicated he had a $3,000 Social Security check and would use $1,000 of it to pay for a hit on Falvello. Kolcharno said Park, when removed from his cell, told corrections officers that he suspected he was being moved because of a conversation he had with Perez related to killing Falvello, but that it was Perez who suggested having Falvello killed and Perez who told him what it would cost. Kolcharno also said Park told the officers he wanted his private attorney, John Pike, killed if “Pike blew the trial.” Simpson provided detectives with a hand-drawn map of the lo-

file either paper or electronic returns, the IRS said. Taxpayers can receive refunds directly into their bank account, split a tax refund into two or three financial accounts or even buy a savings bond. The IRS also recommends taxpayers

tics on staffing and caseloads to show that essential services could not be covered. Petrilla said court budgets have been substantially cut since she became a commissioner in 2008, and court departments are still functioning. The courts will also lose one district judge office based on a state analysis of census data, Petrilla said. Petrilla said Burke has agreed to explore the possibility of increasing courtrelated fees to generate more revenue. The courts have also agreed to create a tipstaff pool, rather than assigning one to each judge. Six new judges will join the county in 2012, and commissioners said they should not automatically receive four new staffers based on past county court practice. Petrilla said court administration has traditionally kept many judicial staffers when judges leave while allowing new judges to add more.

The organization also has opened a large thrift store and operates more than 50 units of affordable housing in the Wyoming Valley. Before joining Volunteers of America, Jones spent 15 years in the banking industry and was the VP/Community Development Manager for PNC Bank. He was a Summa Cum Laude graduate of College Misericordia in 1985 and received his MBA from Wilkes College in 1989. Jones lives in Mountain Top with his wife, Janet, and two daughters, Caroline, 15 and Rachel 13.

cation of Park’s supposed arson evidence. The map also contained Halesey’s address, the address of the Falvello Law Offices and a description of Falvello. Kolcharno said handwriting on the map matched handwriting on papers seized from Park’s cell. Park was arraigned by Lackawanna County District Judge Joan L. Snyder and lodged at Lackawanna County Prison without bail. His preliminary hearing is scheduled for 11 a.m. Wednesday in Lackawanna County Central Court. Park denied the allegations as he was led out of court. “I had no part of putting anybody on a hit list,” he said. Halesey declined comment on

file their returns electronically, because e-file eliminates the risk of lost paper returns. Nearly eight out of 10 taxpayers chose e-file last year. The public should be aware the IRS does not contact taxpayers by email to alert them of pending refunds and does

the matter, deferring to the District Attorney’s Office. Luzerne County District Attorney Jacqueline Musto Carroll called the charges against Park “disturbing. … Thankfully, Lackawanna County authorities moved quickly on this,” Musto Carroll said, declining further comment. According to court records, Park was charged in October 2010 with sexually assaulting a 4-yearold boy and a 7-year-old girl. His preliminary hearing on those charges was delayed until March at the request of Park’s attorney because of “competency issues.” Times Leader reporter Edward Lewis and Go Lackawanna editor Chris Hughes contributed to this story.

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P E N N S TAT E F O O T B A L L

Price will be high for new coach

By BERNARD FERNANDEZ Philadelphia Daily News

Penn State is like the costconscious consumer who purchases a new VW Beetle in 1966 for $2,000 and, being handy with tools, somehow keeps it running for 46 years. But that old, dependable ride can’t carry its driver any further, so now he has to go to the showroom and price newer models. Make no mistake, as the Nittany Lions begin the process of replacing Joe Paterno, they are about to get a serious case of sticker shock. The cost of

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State, Illinois, Kansas, Ole Miss, UCLA and Washington State. With Ohio State hiring Urban Meyer on Monday, the financial ceiling of big-time college football was raised. Architect of two BCS national championship teams at Florida, Meyer will guide the Buckeyes for the next six seasons and, the administration hopes, cleanse it of the tattoos-for-signed-memorabilia scandal that cost Jim Tressel his job and soiled the universi-

head coaches, like that of the kind of luxury vehicles needed to keep pace in a Football Bowl Subdivision world, where performance is expected to be accompanied by prestige, has gone way, way up. And if Penn State wants to remain in the fast-lane Big Ten race, it had better be prepared to pony up. It might be a coaches’ market this year, as Penn State is one of a dozen schools looking for a head coach. Vacancies exist at BCS schools Arizona See PRICE, Page 6B

PSU determined to find right fit “As we go out to search for a head football coach, one of the first and foremost criteria is how that person would fit into the value system of Penn State, which clearly has to be honesty, integrity and commitment to excellence in academics,” president Rod Erickson said Thursday in an interview with The Associated Press. Erickson had said Wednesday night after a campus town hall forum that he hoped to have a new coach in place by the time No. 23 Penn State

By GENARO C. ARMAS AP Sports Writer

STATE COLLEGE — Penn State will conduct a wide-open search for a new football coach and focus on candidates with characteristics including honesty and integrity, the school’s new president said. The Nittany Lions need a new leader after Hall of Famer Joe Paterno was fired in his 46th season after child sex abuse charges were filed against former defensive coordinator Jerry Sandusky.

N AT I O N A L F O O T B A L L L E A G U E

COLLEGE BASKETBALL

Players are finally on court

Syracuse official says federal authorities probed locker as part of Fine investigation.

Teams start to gather a month after season openers were scheduled to be played.

By JOHN KEKIS AP Sports Writer

SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Federal authorities have searched a locker in the Syracuse University basketball center in their investigation of former assistant coach Bernie Fine, according to a law enforcement official familiar with the case. Three men, including two former Syracuse ballboys, have accused Fine of molesting them as minors. The official confirmed the search at the Carmelo K. Anthony Basketball Center happened Wednesday. The official, who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Thursday because it’s an ongoing investigation, would not say what agents sought or what they recovered from the locker. The coaches’ lockers are on the second floor of the facility; players’ lockers are on the first floor. Court documents show the third search warrant was issued Tuesday and signed by U.S. Magistrate Andrew Baxter. Fine’s office on campus was searched Tuesday morning, and his suburban home was searched last Friday. The U.S. Attorney’s office in northern New York, which is leading the investigation, has not said what it sought or found. Syracuse men’s basketball coach Jim Boeheim did not address the Fine investigation at the start of his weekly radio show Thursday night. When the show began, host Matt Park said Boeheim had already “extensive comments” Tuesday. “If you want to talk about basketball, please call,” Park said. “There will be nothing more to See FINE, Page 7B

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NBA

Eagles get Lynched

Searching continues at campus

(9-3) plays its bowl game. The postseason destination should be announced this weekend. Erickson cited the school’s success in graduating athletes, an achievement championed by Paterno, who has a library named after him on campus. But the scandal also tarnished the reputation of a football program that once proudly boasted the slogan “Success with Honor.” Sandusky, who drew up the

By BRIAN MAHONEY AP Basketball Writer

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Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Nnamdi Asomugha breaks up a pass intended for Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Mike Williams in the first half of an NFL game on Thursday in Seattle.

Seattle rides strong effort by RB to victory By TIM BOOTH AP Sports Writer

SEATTLE — Marshawn Lynch ran for 148 yards and a pair of first-half touchdowns and David Hawthorne returned Vince Young’s third interception 77 yards for a clinching score with 4:24 remaining as the Seattle Seahawks beat the Philadelphia Eagles 31-14 on Thursday night. Lynch, Seattle’s hard-charging running back, bulled through Philadelphia for the second-best running day of his

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career. He carried 22 times and had touchdown runs of 15 and 40 yards. Golden Tate added an 11-yard TD reception, but the Seahawks’ third win in the last four

games wasn’t secured until Hawthorne stepped in front of Young’s pass intended for LeSean McCoy and raced untouched into the end zone. Young finished with a careerhigh four interceptions. McCoy had a 1-yard touchdown run in the first half and caught a 2-yard shovel pass from Young that pulled the Eagles (4-8) within 10. Both teams entered 4-7 and mathematically still alive for the playoffs in the NFC. Realistically, they are at the point of hold-

ing auditions for next season as each would likely need to win out to have a chance at the postseason. Philadelphia was again without Michael Vick as he recovers from two broken ribs. The injuries didn’t end there. Eagles cornerback Dominique RodgersCromartie and wide receiver Jeremy Maclin both missed their third straight game. Rodgers-Cromartie has an ankle injury, while Maclin was out with hamstring and shoulder troubles.

MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL

Valentine’s day arrives as Sox begin new chapter

By JIMMY GOLEN AP Sports Writer

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Boston Red Sox manager Bobby Valentine raises his cell phone to take a picture following a news conference at Fenway Park in Boston Thursday. The 61-year-old former Rangers and Mets skipper was introduced as the team’s 45th manager.

“I am honored, I am humbled and I am pretty (darn) excited,” Valentine said during the news conference in a Valentine Fenway Park premium club. “It’s more than a special day. It’s the beginning of a life that’s going to extend beyond anything I thought I’d be doing. The talent level of the players we

BOSTON — The Boston Red Sox may have already gotten what they were looking for from Bobby V. In a move that had reverberated from Kenmore Square to the backyard of the rival New York Yankees, the Red Sox introduced Bobby Valentine as their new manager on Thursday, turning to him to lead the ballclub back to the playoffs and help Boston forget this season’s unprecedented September collapse. See VALENTINE, Page 7B

Chris Paul and Carmelo Anthony returned to work Thursday — and immediately were asked about working together. Dallas Mavericks players took the floor without knowing if starting center Tyson Chandler would ever join them, and the Miami Heat team they beat in the NBA finals arrived to some bad injury news. Finally, NBA players are back. Owners opened the doors of their facilities to players for the first time since locking them out July 1. Exactly one month after the regular season was originally scheduled to begin, players could work out but their coaching staffs couldn’t be present because there isn’t a new labor deal yet. “I’ve got to be the happiest person in the world right now just to be back in the gym, getting a chance to work out with a couple of my teammates,” Paul said in New Orleans. “I’m just happy to be back and be back on the court, as I’m sure all the players are.” League officials hope to open training camps next Friday, and that stayed on track Thursday when more than 300 players submitted signatures authorizing the re-formation of the players’ association. That paves the way for negotiations to continue on the remaining issues, and both sides hope the deal is ratified sometime next week. The league planned to return player content, images and videos to NBA.com and its other media by Friday morning after removing it when the lockout began. With the lengthy labor fight all but over, a sense of excitement has returned. “Yeah, it was,” Milwaukee general manager John Hammond said. “Since it was announced that the potential deal was imminent, it occurred immediately. I think immediately, you could kind of feel that in your gut: ‘Here we go, we’re getting ready to get started again.’ I think as each step progresses, that will continue.” In the meantime, the big news remained the focus on the headliners of the 2012 free agent class, which also includes Dwight Howard. The agent for Deron Williams told The Record of Bergen, N.J. that his client would opt for free agency instead of a contract extension with the Nets, and Yahoo Sports reported that Paul’s agent informed the Hornets that he wanted a trade to the Knicks. Paul and Anthony are friends who spent time together this summer and it’s long been specSee NBA, Page 8B

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AMERICA’S LINE By ROXY ROXBOROUGH INJURY REPORT: On the NFL board, Philadelphia QB Michael Vick is out; Houston QB Matt Leinart is out and QB Matt Schaub is out; Minnesota RB Adrian Peterson is doubtful; Arizona QB Kevin Kolb is probable; Tampa QB Josh Freeman is questionable/probable; St. Louis QB Sam Bradford is questionable. NFL Favorite

Open Curr

O/U

BILLS

HOUSTON

1.5

43.5

Titans

BEARS

37.5

Chiefs

DOLPHINS

42.5

Raiders

STEELERS

42.0

Bengals

Ravens

6.5

37.5

BROWNS

3.5

38.5

REDSKINS

Falcons

2.5

39.0

TEXANS

BUCS

3.5

47.5

Panthers

SAINTS

54.5

Lions

VIKINGS

1.5

37.5

Broncos

Jets

49ERS

37.5

Rams

Cowboys

6.5

4.5

45.5

CARDS

Packers

6.5

52.5

GIANTS

PATRIOTS

47.5

Colts

Chargers

39.5

JAGUARS

Open Curr

O/U

Underdog

MAC Championship Game Detroit, MI No Illinois

3.5

70.0

PAC 12 Championship Game 31.5

66.0

Ucla

CINCINNATI

9.5

PITTSBURGH

9.5

53.0

Connecticut

47.5

Syracuse

11.5

51.5

Iowa S

50.5

COLORADO ST.

40.5

57.5

Unlv

72.5

Oklahoma

Saturday

Wyoming TCU OKLAHOMA ST BAYLOR

64.0

Texas

NEVADA

19.5

56.5

Idaho

BOISE ST

49.5

61.0

New Mexico

Byu

55.5

HAWAII

Utah St

61.5

NEW MEXICO ST.

SAN DIEGO ST

7.5

59.5

Fresno St.

T H I S W E E K ’ S L O C A L C A L E N D A R FRIDAY, DEC. 2 H.S. WRESTLING Wyoming Seminary at Clyde Cole Invitational MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL PSU Wilkes-Bare at PSU New Kensington, 7 p.m. COLLEGE SWIMMING Misericordia at Longnecker Invitational, tba COLLEGE WRESTLING Wilkes at Messiah Petrofes Invitational, 11 a.m.

SATURDAY, DEC. 3 H.S. WRESTLING Wyoming Seminary at Clyde Cole Invitational MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL PSU Wilkes-Barre at PSU Beaver, 2:30 p.m. FDU-Florham at King’s, 3 p.m. Johnson at Luzerne CCC, 3 p.m. Manhattanville at Misericordia, 3 p.m. PSU Hazleton at PSU Lehigh Valley, 3 p.m. WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL FDU-Florham at King’s, 1 p.m. Manhattanville at Misericordia, 1 p.m. PSU Hazleton at Luzerne CCC, 1 p.m. PSU Wilkes-Barre at PSU Beaver, 1 p.m. COLLEGE SWIMMING King’s at Franklin & Marshall Invitational, 9 a.m. Misericordia at Longnecker Invitational, tba COLLEGE TRACK AND FIELD Misericordia at Ursinus, 9 a.m. COLLEGE WRESTLING King’s at RIT Tournament, 9:30 a.m. Wilkes at Messiah Petrofes Invitational, 11 a.m.

SUNDAY, DEC. 4 COLLEGE SWIMMING King’s at Franklin & Marshall Invitational, 10 a.m.

T R A N S A C T I O N S BASEBALL American League BALTIMORE ORIOLES — Traded RHP Randy Henry and player to be named to Texas for C Taylor Teagarden. BOSTON RED SOX — Agreed to terms with manager Bobby Valentine on a two-year contract. CLEVELAND INDIANS — Named Phil Clark hitting coach of Columbus (IL). KANSAS CITY ROYALS — Agreed to terms with RHP Zach Miner, INF Jamie Romak, LHP Marlon Arias, LHP Tommy Hottovy, INF Tony Abreu, INF Eric Duncan and INF Sharlon Schoop on minor league contracts. National League CINCINNATI REDS — Named Rick Sweet minor league catching coordinator and Smokey Garrett part-time hitting instructor. NEW YORK METS — Promoted Chris Becerra to director of international scouting, Jim D’Aloia to director of professional scouting, Doug Thurman West Coast scouting supervisor, Tim Fortugno professional scout and Hector Rincones to Venezuelan supervisor. Named Ron Romanick minor league pitching coordinator, Tom Clark and Bryn Alderson professional scouts, Mike Silvestri South FloridaPuerto Rico scout, Jim Bryant North Florida-Georgia scout, Kevin Roberson Arizona-New MexicoColorado-Nevada scout and Jarrett England OhioKentucky-Tennessee scout and Ash Lawson special assignment scout. PITTSBURGH PIRATES — Named Rick Sofield manager of West Virginia (SAL), Dave Turgeon manager of State College (NYP) and Larry Sutton and Gera Alvarez managers of the two Pirates entries in the Dominican Summer League. American Association FARGO-MOORHEAD REDHAWKS — Released INF Kyle Nichols. LINCOLN SALTDOGS — Signed RHP Chandler Barnard. WICHITA WINGNUTS — Acquired INF Gerardo Avila and OF Jared McDonald from Yuma (NorAm) for cash to complete an earlier trade. Frontier League FLORENCE FREEDOM — Sent RHP Brandon Mathes to Wichita (AA) to complete an earlier trade. LAKE ERIE CRUSHERS — Signed OF Robby Kuzdale and RHP Trevor Longfellow to contract extensions. WASHINGTON WILD THINGS — Signed C Rob Herrmann.

FOOTBALL

Arena Football League ARIZONA RATTLERS — Signed OL Michael Huey. Canadian Football League TORONTO ARGONAUTS — Named Scott Milanovich coach.

HOCKEY

National Hockey League BOSTON BRUINS — Signed C David Krejci to a three-year contract extension. Assigned F Jordan Caron and D Steve Kampfer to Providence (AHL). DETROIT RED WINGS — Recalled RW Chris Conner from Grand Rapids (AHL). FLORIDA PANTHERS — Recalled C Bracken Kearns from San Antonio (AHL). NEW YORK ISLANDERS — Recalled D Dylan Reese from Bridgeport (AHL) on an emergency basis. NEW YORK RANGERS — Assigned F Andre Deveaux to Connecticut (AHL). OTTAWA SENATORS — Assigned D Matt Carkner to Binghamton (AHL) for conditioning. American Hockey League GRAND RAPIDS GRIFFINS — Assigned D Bryan Rufenach to Toledo (ECHL). SAN ANTONIO RAMPAGE — Recalled RW Jonathan Hazen from Cincinnati (ECHL).

SOCCER

Major League Soccer CHIVAS USA — Declined 2012 contract options on D Andrew Boyens, F Chukwudi Chijindu, M Simon Elliot, D Ante Jazic, G Zach Thornton and D Mariano Trujillo. NEW ENGLAND REVOLUTION — Re-signed G Matt Reis.

COLLEGE

COLORADO STATE — Fired athletic director Paul Kowalczyk. Named Jack Graham athletic director. ST. NORBERT — Announced the resignation of men’s soccer coach Andy Steger.

72.5 Southern Miss

11.5

46.5

Georgia

ACC Championship Game Charlotte, NC Va Tech

52.5

Clemson

BIG 10 Championship Game Indianapolis, IN Wisconsin

9.5

54.5

Michigan St

ARKANSAS ST

17.5

57.0

Troy

NORTH TEXAS

5.5

55.5

Mid Tenn St

7.5

47.5

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UL-Monroe

College Basketball Points

SYRACUSE

Underdog

Florida

Cincinnati

LOUISVILLE

Vanderbilt

SETON HALL

9.5

Auburn

LMU Centennial Classic Los Angeles, CA North Texas

30.5

KANSAS ST

Lsu

Ohio U

OREGON

SEC Championship Game Atlanta, GA

GEORGIA

College Football Favorite

Favorite

Monday 3

Conference USA Championship Game

Underdog

Sunday

La Sierra

Columbia

Fairfield

7.5

NIAGARA

RIDER

5.5

Manhattan

Iona

13.5

CANISIUS

LOYOLAM’MOUNT

OKLAHOMA

Sacramento St

NHL Favorite

Odds

Underdog

Red Wings

-110/-110

WILD

-120/even

SABRES Devils

Blackhawks

-200/ +170

Islanders

Blues

-125/ +105

AVALANCHE

OILERS

-155/ +135

Blue Jackets

Flyers

-120/even

DUCKS

Home teams in capital letters.

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AUTO RACING 9 p.m. SPEED — Sprint Cup Awards Ceremony, at Las Vegas

BOXING

11 p.m. SHO — Super bantamweights, Chris Avalos (19-1-0) vs. Jhonatan Romero (18-0-0); super middleweights, Anthony Dirrell (23-0-0) vs. Renan StJuste (23-2-0), at Santa Ynez, Calif.

COLLEGE FOOTBALL

7 p.m. ESPN2 — Mid-American Conference, championship game, Ohio vs. N. Illinois at Detroit 8 p.m. FOX — Pac-12 Conference, championship game, UCLA at Oregon

GOLF

9 a.m. TGC — Sunshine Tour, Nedbank Challenge, second round, at Sun City, South Africa (same-day tape) 3 p.m. TGC — World Challenge, second round, at Thousand Oaks, Calif. 12 mid TGC — European PGA Tour, Hong Kong Open, second round

MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL

7 p.m. ESPN — Florida at Syracuse 9 p.m. ESPN — Vanderbilt at Louisville

PREP FOOTBALL

8:30 p.m. FSN — Playoffs, Oklahoma Class 4A, championship game, Clinton vs. Wagoner, at Stillwater, Okla.

B A S K E T B A L L NCAA MEN Top 25 Schedule All Times EST Friday's Games No. 4 Syracuse vs. No. 10 Florida, 6:30 p.m. No. 6 Louisville vs. No. 20 Vanderbilt, 8:30 p.m. No. 13 Missouri vs. Northwestern State, 8 p.m. Saturday's Games No. 1 Kentucky vs. No. 5 North Carolina, Noon No. 2 Ohio State vs. Texas-Pan American, Noon No. 8 UConn vs. Arkansas at the XL Center, Hartford, Conn., 3:15 p.m. No. 9 Wisconsin vs. No. 16 Marquette, 4:30 p.m. No. 11 Xavier vs. Purdue, 3 p.m. No. 14 Michigan vs. Iowa State, Noon No. 15 Kansas vs. South Florida, 5:15 p.m. No. 17 Pittsburgh at Tennessee, 5:15 p.m. No. 19 Gonzaga at Illinois, 3:15 p.m. No. 21 Mississippi State vs. West Virginia, 9 p.m. No. 22 Memphis vs. Austin Peay, 8:30 p.m. No. 23 Saint Louis vs. Portland, 8 p.m. No. 25 Texas A&M vs. Stephen F. Austin, 8 p.m. Sunday's Games No. 7 Baylor at Northwestern, 4 p.m. No. 18 UNLV at Wichita State, 4:05 p.m. No. 24 California at San Diego State, 5 p.m. Remaining National Schedule All Times EST Friday, Dec. 2 EAST Florida at Syracuse, 6:30 p.m. Iona at Canisius, 7 p.m. Fairfield at Niagara, 7 p.m. Manhattan at Rider, 7 p.m. Auburn at Seton Hall, 9 p.m. SOUTH Cincinnati at Georgia, 7 p.m. SC State at Longwood, 7 p.m. Vanderbilt at Louisville, 8:30 p.m. MIDWEST Northwestern St. at Missouri, 8 p.m. MVSU at Northwestern, 8 p.m. SOUTHWEST Sacramento St. at Oklahoma, 8 p.m. FAR WEST La Sierra vs. North Texas at Albert Gersten Pavilion, Los Angeles, 5 p.m. Haskell Indian Nations at Utah Valley, 9:05 p.m. Columbia at Loyola Marymount, 10 p.m. BYU-Hawaii at Long Beach St., 10:05 p.m. Washington at Nevada, 11 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3 EAST NJIT at Georgetown, 1 p.m. Old Dominion at Northeastern, 1 p.m. Boston U. at Boston College, 2 p.m. Vermont at Yale, 2 p.m. Bryant at Quinnipiac, 3 p.m. Arkansas vs. UConn at the XL Center, Hartford, Conn., 3:15 p.m. Sacred Heart at CCSU, 3:30 p.m. Drexel at Delaware, 4 p.m. James Madison at Hofstra, 4 p.m. Bucknell at La Salle, 4 p.m. Cent. Michigan at Temple, 4 p.m. Army at Binghamton, 7 p.m. St. Bonaventure at Buffalo, 7 p.m. Lehigh at Cornell, 7 p.m. Tennessee Tech at Duquesne, 7 p.m. New Hampshire at Holy Cross, 7 p.m. LIU at Mount St. Mary’s, 7 p.m. Monmouth (NJ) at Robert Morris, 7 p.m. LSU at Rutgers, 7 p.m. Loyola (Md.) at Siena, 7 p.m. Fairleigh Dickinson at St. Francis (Pa.), 7 p.m. George Mason at Towson, 7 p.m. Penn at Villanova, 7 p.m. St. Francis (NY) at Wagner, 7 p.m. SOUTH North Carolina at Kentucky, Noon Jacksonville at North Florida, Noon High Point at Campbell, 1 p.m. Kennesaw St. at Lipscomb, 1 p.m. UMass at Miami, 1 p.m. Longwood at Virginia, 1 p.m. Richmond at Wake Forest, 1 p.m. Liberty at Coastal Carolina, 2 p.m. Navy at Elon, 2 p.m. William & Mary at Georgia St., 2 p.m. Georgia Tech at Tulane, 2 p.m.

Ball St. at UT-Martin, 3 p.m. Florida A&M at Bethune-Cookman, 4 p.m. Chattanooga at Coll. of Charleston, 4 p.m. WVU Tech at Coppin St., 4 p.m. Delaware St. at Md.-Eastern Shore, 4 p.m. NC A&T at NC Central, 4 p.m. UNC Greensboro at W. Carolina, 4:30 p.m. Charlotte at East Carolina, 5 p.m. Hartford at UCF, 5 p.m. Mercer at Belmont, 5:15 p.m. ETSU at Florida Gulf Coast, 5:15 p.m. Pittsburgh at Tennessee, 5:15 p.m. VMI at Charleston Southern, 5:30 p.m. Savannah St. at Norfolk St., 6 p.m. Furman at Davidson, 7 p.m. Brescia at E. Kentucky, 7 p.m. Winthrop at Gardner-Webb, 7 p.m. Appalachian St. at Georgia Southern, 7 p.m. Radford at Presbyterian, 7 p.m. The Citadel at Wofford, 7 p.m. Alabama St. at FIU, 7:30 p.m. Miami (Ohio) at Troy, 8 p.m. Alabama A&M at South Alabama, 8:05 p.m. Louisiana Tech at Louisiana-Monroe, 8:30 p.m. Austin Peay at Memphis, 8:30 p.m. West Virginia at Mississippi St., 9 p.m. MIDWEST Iowa St. at Michigan, Noon Texas-Pan American at Ohio St., Noon Valparaiso at Butler, 2 p.m. Cleveland St. at Detroit, 2 p.m. Ill.-Chicago at Milwaukee, 2 p.m. Morgan St. at Ohio, 2 p.m. Southern Cal at Minnesota, 2:15 p.m. Stony Brook at E. Illinois, 3 p.m. Brown at Iowa, 3 p.m. Cal St.-Fullerton at SIU-Edwardsville, 3 p.m. Youngstown St. at Wright St., 3 p.m. Purdue at Xavier, 3 p.m. Toledo at Chicago St., 3:05 p.m. Gonzaga at Illinois, 3:15 p.m. Nebraska-Omaha at N. Illinois, 4 p.m. Marquette at Wisconsin, 4:30 p.m. South Florida at Kansas, 5:15 p.m. UMKC at Oakland, 6 p.m. N. Dakota St. at IUPUI, 7 p.m. UAB at Kent St., 7 p.m. South Dakota at IPFW, 7:30 p.m. Loyola of Chicago at Green Bay, 8 p.m. Colorado St. at N. Iowa, 8 p.m. Portland at Saint Louis, 8 p.m. S. Dakota St. at W. Illinois, 8 p.m. Air Force at Drake, 8:05 p.m. TCU at Evansville, 8:05 p.m. UNC Wilmington at Illinois St., 8:05 p.m. SE Louisiana at SE Missouri, 8:30 p.m. SOUTHWEST St. Thomas (Texas) at Rice, 3 p.m. Arizona St. at Tulsa, 4 p.m. Houston Baptist at Texas St., 5 p.m. Texas A&M-CC at Houston, 8 p.m. Stephen F. Austin at Texas A&M, 8 p.m. S. Utah at Oral Roberts, 8:05 p.m. Louisiana-Lafayette at Lamar, 9:30 p.m. FAR WEST Utah at Fresno St., 4 p.m. Texas at UCLA, 4:30 p.m. Oregon at BYU, 5 p.m. Idaho at UC Davis, 5 p.m. Texas Southern at Denver, 6 p.m. N. Arizona at Arizona, 6:30 p.m. E. Washington at Washington St., 6:30 p.m. North Texas vs. Columbia at Albert Gersten Pavilion, Los Angeles, 8 p.m. Walla Walla at Portland St., 8:05 p.m. CS Bakersfield at Montana St., 9 p.m. North Dakota at Idaho St., 9:05 p.m. Johnson & Wales (CO) at N. Colorado, 9:05 p.m. San Jose St. at Weber St., 9:30 p.m. Indiana St. at Boise St., 10 p.m. Saint Mary’s (Cal) at Cal Poly, 10 p.m. Missouri St. at New Mexico, 10 p.m. Utah St. at Pacific, 10 p.m. Hawaii at Pepperdine, 10 p.m. CS Northridge at Santa Clara, 10 p.m. San Diego at UC Irvine, 10 p.m. Bradley at Wyoming, 10 p.m. La Sierra at Loyola Marymount, 10:30 p.m.

NCAA Women Top 25 Schedule All Times EST Friday, Dec. 2 No. 3 Notre Dame vs. Pennsylvania, 7 p.m. No. 11 Rutgers vs. Florida at Daytona Beach, Fla., 8 p.m. No. 23 Green Bay vs. Marquette, 8 p.m. No. 25 Vanderbilt vs. Denver, 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3 No. 16 Penn State at No. 19 Texas Tech, 3 p.m. No. 22 DePaul vs. Loyola of Chicago, 8 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4 No. 1 Baylor at Minnesota, 2 p.m. No. 3 Notre Dame at Creighton, 2:35 p.m. No. 4 Texas A&M at No. 13 Purdue, Noon No. 5 Stanford at Fresno State, 5 p.m. No. 6 Maryland at American U., 1 p.m. No. 7 Duke vs. Pittsburgh, 2 p.m. No. 8 Tennessee vs. No. 21 Texas, 2 p.m. No. 10 Louisville at No. 12 Kentucky, 1 p.m. No. 15 Georgia vs. Georgia Tech, 2 p.m. No. 17 Ohio State at No. 18 Oklahoma, 3 p.m. No. 20 Georgetown vs. Rider, 2 p.m. No. 23 Green Bay vs. Northern Iowa, 1 p.m. No. 24 Delaware vs. William & Mary, 2 p.m. No. 25 Vanderbilt vs. High Point, 3 p.m. Remaining National Schedule All Times EST Friday, Dec. 2 EAST Maine vs. George Washington at Alumni Hall, Annapolis, Md., 3:30 p.m. Niagara at Colgate, 6 p.m. Houston Baptist at Navy, 6 p.m. SOUTH Pittsburgh at High Point, 7 p.m. Presbyterian at SC-Upstate, 7 p.m. FIU at UCF, 7 p.m. SE Louisiana at Alabama, 7:30 p.m. Rutgers vs. Florida at Daytona Beach, Fla., 8 p.m. Tulane at Louisiana Tech, 8 p.m. Denver at Vanderbilt, 8 p.m. MIDWEST Iona at Miami (Ohio), 1:30 p.m. S. Dakota St. at IUPUI, 7 p.m. Penn at Notre Dame, 7 p.m. Marquette at Green Bay, 8 p.m. Indiana St. at Ill.-Chicago, 8 p.m. N. Dakota St. at W. Illinois, 8 p.m. SOUTHWEST Ecclesia at Cent. Arkansas, 8 p.m. FAR WEST Jackson St. at Air Force, 7 p.m. Syracuse vs. Arizona at the Cannon Center, Laie, Hawaii, 8 p.m. Utah St. at Montana St., 9:05 p.m. Colorado St. at N. Colorado, 9:05 p.m. South Florida vs. Idaho St. at Clune Arena, Air Force Academy, Colo., 9:30 p.m. Gonzaga at Cal St. Fullerton, 10 p.m. Long Beach St. at Seattle, 10 p.m. San Francisco at UC Santa Barbara, 10 p.m. San Diego St. at Washington St., 10 p.m. TOURNAMENTS ASU Classic At Tempe, Ariz. First Round E. Washington at Arizona St., 12:30 p.m. Illinois St. vs. Arkansas St., 3 p.m. Evansville Winter Classic At Evansville, Ind. First Round Marshall vs. Chicago St., 6 p.m. E. Kentucky at Evansville, 8:30 p.m. Gene Hackerman Invitational At Houston First Round Oregon St. vs. North Texas, 6 p.m. Texas A&M-Corpus Christi at Rice, 8 p.m.

H I G H S C H O O L F O O T B A L L PIAA PLAYOFF GLANCE CLASS 4A Friday, Nov. 25 Council Rock South 38, Garnet Valley 24 North Penn 27, Pennsbury 3 Wilson West Lawn 20, Cumberland Valley 14 Central Dauphin 28, Central York 21 Saturday, Nov. 26 Nazareth 28, Easton 21 State College 33, University Prep 32 OT North Allegheny 28, Upper St. Clair 21 OT Quarterfinals Today's Game Council Rock South (12-1) vs. North Penn (11-2), 7:30 p.m., Plymouth-Whitemarsh H.S., Plymouth Meeting Saturday's Games Nazareth (12-1) vs. La Salle College (11-1), 1 p.m. Bethlehem Liberty H.S. State College (8-4) vs. North Allegheny (13-0), 1 p.m. Mansion Park, Altoona Wilson West Lawn (12-1) vs. Central Dauphin (12-1), 6 p.m. Hersheypark Stadium CLASS 3A Friday, Nov. 25 Shamokin 27, Clearfield 26 OT Allentown Central Catholic 61, Valley View 54 Bishop McDevitt 42, Red Land 7 Lampeter-Strasburg 24, West York 13 Grove City 33, Erie Cathedral Prep 0 Saturday, Nov. 26 Pottsgrove 42, Phoenixville 13 Montour 42, Knoch 13 Quarterfinals Today's Games Archbishop Wood (11-1) vs. Pottsgrove (11-2), 7 p.m. Northeast H.S., Philadelphia Shamokin (6-7) vs. Allentown Central Catholic (8-5), 7 p.m. Mount Carmel H.S. Bishop McDevitt (11-2) vs. Lampeter-Strasburg (12-1), 7 p.m. Hersheypark Stadium Montour (11-2) vs. Grove City (12-0), 7 p.m. North Allegheny H.S., Wexford CLASS 2A Friday, Nov. 25 Mount Carmel 28, Bloomsburg 0 Lancaster Catholic 21, Wyomissing Area 14 Pen Argyl 50, GAR 20 Tyrone 46, Richland 21 Moniteau 39, Oliver 12

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Saturday, Nov. 26 Hickory 35, General McLane 13 Aliquippa 14, Jeannette 7 Quarterfinals Today's Games Tyrone (12-1) vs. Hickory (11-1), 7 p.m. Mansion Park, Altoona Moniteau (12-0) vs. Aliquippa (13-0), 7 p.m. Clarion University Saturday's Games Mount Carmel (12-1) vs. Lancaster Catholic (13-0), noon, Shamokin H.S. West Phila. Catholic (9-3) vs. Pen Argyl (13-0), noon, South Philadelphia Sports Complex CLASS A Friday, Nov. 25 Southern Columbia 45, Old Forge 34 Columbia 36, Camp Hill 20 Sharpsville 21, West Middlesex 13 Saturday, Nov. 26 Pius X 55, Calvary Christian 22 Penns Manor 40, Bellwood-Antis 14 Port Allegany 35, Clarion Area 34 Clairton 42, Sto-Rox 6 Quarterfinals Today's Games Pius X (12-1) vs. Southern Columbia (12-1), 7 p.m. Nazareth H.S. Sharpsville (12-0) vs. Port Allegany (11-1), 7 p.m. Slippery Rock University Clairton (13-0) vs. North Star (10-1), 7 p.m. Yough H.S., Herminie Saturday's Game Columbia (7-5) vs. Penns Manor (11-1), noon, Hersheypark Stadium

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NFL At A Glance All Times EST AMERICAN CONFERENCE East W L T Pct New England .......................... 8 3 0 .727 N.Y. Jets ................................. 6 5 0 .545 Buffalo ..................................... 5 6 0 .455 Miami ....................................... 3 8 0 .273 South W L T Pct Houston................................. 8 3 0 .727 Tennessee............................ 6 5 0 .545 Jacksonville .......................... 3 8 0 .273 Indianapolis .......................... 0 11 0 .000 North W L T Pct Baltimore ................................. 8 3 0 .727 Pittsburgh................................ 8 3 0 .727 Cincinnati ................................ 7 4 0 .636 Cleveland ................................ 4 7 0 .364 West W L T Pct Oakland ................................... 7 4 0 .636 Denver..................................... 6 5 0 .545 Kansas City............................. 4 7 0 .364 San Diego ............................... 4 7 0 .364 NATIONAL CONFERENCE East W L T Pct Dallas ...................................... 7 4 0 .636 N.Y. Giants.............................. 6 5 0 .545 Philadelphia............................ 4 7 0 .364 Washington ............................ 4 7 0 .364 South W L T Pct New Orleans........................... 8 3 0 .727 Atlanta ..................................... 7 4 0 .636 Tampa Bay .............................. 4 7 0 .364 Carolina................................... 3 8 0 .273 North W L T Pct Green Bay ............................ 11 0 0 1.000 Chicago ................................ 7 4 0 .636 Detroit ................................... 7 4 0 .636 Minnesota ............................ 2 9 0 .182 West W L T Pct San Francisco......................... 9 2 0 .818 Seattle...................................... 4 7 0 .364 Arizona .................................... 4 7 0 .364 St. Louis .................................. 2 9 0 .182 Thursday, Dec. 1 Philadelphia at Seattle, late Sunday, Dec. 4 Kansas City at Chicago, 1 p.m. Atlanta at Houston, 1 p.m. Denver at Minnesota, 1 p.m. Carolina at Tampa Bay, 1 p.m. Cincinnati at Pittsburgh, 1 p.m. N.Y. Jets at Washington, 1 p.m. Oakland at Miami, 1 p.m. Tennessee at Buffalo, 1 p.m. Indianapolis at New England, 1 p.m. Baltimore at Cleveland, 4:05 p.m. St. Louis at San Francisco, 4:15 p.m. Dallas at Arizona, 4:15 p.m. Green Bay at N.Y. Giants, 4:15 p.m. Detroit at New Orleans, 8:20 p.m. Monday, Dec. 5 San Diego at Jacksonville, 8:30 p.m.

PF 331 256 261 212

PA 223 241 281 206

PF 293 226 138 150

PA 179 212 200 327

PF 272 233 259 165

PA 182 188 215 216

PF 260 221 153 249

PA 274 260 265 275

PF 270 252 257 183

PA 225 277 251 222

PF 362 259 199 252

PA 252 227 291 305

PF 382 288 316 214

PA 227 232 246 295

PF 262 185 213 140

PA 161 232 256 270

At A Glance All Times EST EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA St. John’s ................ 20 12 4 4 0 28 73 62 Manchester ............. 22 12 9 0 1 25 59 56 Portland ................... 19 10 7 1 1 22 54 56 Providence.............. 23 8 13 1 1 18 50 75 Worcester ............... 17 6 6 3 2 17 44 45 East Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Norfolk ..................... 22 13 8 0 1 27 82 63 Wilkes-Barre/ Scranton.................. 22 11 6 1 4 27 69 61 Hershey................... 20 9 6 3 2 23 67 63 Syracuse ................. 19 9 7 2 1 21 65 64 Binghamton ............ 21 7 12 1 1 16 49 65 Northeast Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Connecticut............. 20 12 5 1 2 27 62 60 Adirondack.............. 20 12 7 0 1 25 66 57 Bridgeport ............... 21 10 7 3 1 24 66 70 Albany...................... 20 10 7 2 1 23 51 61 Springfield............... 20 10 10 0 0 20 60 58 WESTERN CONFERENCE Midwest Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Charlotte ................. 22 14 6 1 1 30 66 54 Milwaukee ............... 18 11 6 0 1 23 54 48 Peoria ...................... 22 10 10 1 1 22 74 71 Chicago ................... 18 9 7 0 2 20 49 47 Rockford.................. 19 8 10 1 0 17 62 69 North Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Toronto.................... 21 12 5 3 1 28 67 59 Rochester ............... 20 10 7 2 1 23 57 58 Lake Erie................. 21 9 10 1 1 20 51 58 Grand Rapids ......... 20 8 11 1 0 17 59 61 Hamilton .................. 19 6 11 1 1 14 42 67 West Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Oklahoma City........ 21 15 5 0 1 31 70 51 Houston................... 21 12 3 2 4 30 65 52 Abbotsford .............. 22 13 8 1 0 27 56 56 San Antonio ............ 20 9 11 0 0 18 50 65 Texas....................... 20 8 11 0 1 17 59 66 NOTE: Two points are awarded for a win, one point for an overtime or shootout loss. Thursday's Games No games scheduled Today's Games Toronto at Grand Rapids, 7 p.m. Bridgeport at Albany, 7 p.m. Connecticut at Providence, 7:05 p.m. Portland at Penguins, 7:05 p.m. Manchester at Binghamton, 7:05 p.m. Adirondack at Norfolk, 7:30 p.m. Hershey at Syracuse, 7:30 p.m. Springfield at Worcester, 7:30 p.m. St. John’s at Hamilton, 7:30 p.m. Houston at Rochester, 7:35 p.m. Peoria at Milwaukee, 8 p.m. San Antonio at Oklahoma City, 8 p.m. Lake Erie at Rockford, 8:05 p.m. Abbotsford at Chicago, 8:30 p.m.

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Seahawks 31, Eagles 13 Philadelphia .......................... 0 7 0 7 — 14 Seattle.................................... 7 10 7 7 — 31 First Quarter Sea—Lynch 15 run (Hauschka kick), 9:19. Second Quarter Sea—Lynch 40 run (Hauschka kick), 14:50. Phi—McCoy 1 run (Henery kick), 11:43. Sea—FG Hauschka 49, :16. Third Quarter Sea—Tate 11 pass from Jackson (Hauschka kick), 8:04. Fourth Quarter Phi—McCoy 2 pass from Young (Henery kick), 12:51. Sea—Hawthorne 77 interception return (Hauschka kick), 4:24. A—67,039. Phi Sea First downs ........................... 20 15 Total Net Yards .................... 330 347 Rushes-yards ....................... 25-132 33-174 Passing.................................. 198 173 Punt Returns......................... 0-0 3-0 Kickoff Returns..................... 4-92 1-24 Interceptions Ret.................. 0-0 4-146 Comp-Att-Int ......................... 17-29-4 13-16-0 Sacked-Yards Lost .............. 2-10 3-17 Punts...................................... 4-46.3 5-39.8 Fumbles-Lost........................ 1-0 2-0 Penalties-Yards.................... 5-28 5-30 Time of Possession ............. 29:40 30:20 INDIVIDUAL STATISTICS RUSHING—Philadelphia, McCoy 17-84, Young 5-32, Brown 2-11, D.Jackson 1-5. Seattle, Lynch 22-148, Washington 6-9, Tate 1-8, Forsett 2-5, Jackson 2-4. PASSING—Philadelphia, Young 17-29-4-208. Seattle, Jackson 13-16-0-190. RECEIVING—Philadelphia, Cooper 5-94, McCoy 4-49, D.Jackson 4-34, Celek 3-21, Avant 1-10. Seattle, Tate 4-47, Robinson 4-41, Miller 2-53, Obomanu 2-28, Baldwin 1-21. MISSED FIELD GOALS—None. Playoff Scenarios Week 13 AFC None. NFC GREEN BAY — Clinches NFC North division with: A win and a Detroit loss or tie OR A tie, a Detroit loss and a Chicago loss or tie OR Detroit and Chicago both lose. — Clinches a playoff spot with: A win OR A tie and a Chicago loss or tie OR A loss by either Chicago, Atlanta or Detroit OR A New Orleans loss and an Atlanta tie SAN FRANCISCO — Clinches NFC West division with: A win or tie OR A Seattle loss or tie and an Arizona loss or tie

NCAA Top 25 Schedule Friday No. 8 Oregon vs. UCLA, Pac-12 championship, 7:30 p.m. Saturday No. 1 LSU vs. No. 12 Georgia, SEC championship at Atlanta, 4 p.m. No. 3 Oklahoma State vs. No. 13 Oklahoma, 8 p.m. No. 5 Virginia Tech vs. No. 21 Clemson, ACC championship at Charlotte, N.C., 8 p.m. No. 7 Houston vs. No. 24 Southern Miss, CUSA championship, Noon No. 9 Boise State vs. New Mexico, 6 p.m. No. 11 Michigan State vs. No. 15 Wisconsin, Big Ten championsip at Indianapolis, 7:30 p.m. No. 16 Kansas State vs. Iowa State, 12:30 p.m. No. 18 TCU vs. UNLV, 2:30 p.m. No. 19 Baylor vs. Texas, 3:30 p.m.

H O C K E Y NHL At A Glance All Times EST EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division GP W L OT Pts Pittsburgh ...................... 26 15 7 4 34 N.Y. Rangers ................ 22 14 5 3 31 Philadelphia .................. 23 13 7 3 29 New Jersey ................... 23 12 10 1 25 N.Y. Islanders ............... 22 7 11 4 18 Northeast Division GP W L OT Pts Boston............................ 23 15 7 1 31 Toronto .......................... 25 14 9 2 30 Buffalo............................ 24 13 10 1 27 Ottawa............................ 24 12 10 2 26 Montreal......................... 25 10 11 4 24 Southeast Division GP W L OT Pts Florida............................ 24 13 7 4 30 Washington ................... 24 12 11 1 25 Tampa Bay .................... 24 11 11 2 24 Winnipeg ....................... 24 9 11 4 22 Carolina ......................... 27 8 15 4 20

WESTERN CONFERENCE Central Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Detroit ............................ 23 15 7 1 31 69 51 Chicago ......................... 25 14 8 3 31 80 78 St. Louis......................... 24 14 8 2 30 59 50 Nashville........................ 24 11 9 4 26 60 63 Columbus ...................... 24 6 15 3 15 55 79 Northwest Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Minnesota...................... 25 15 7 3 33 60 55 Vancouver ..................... 24 14 9 1 29 73 60 Edmonton...................... 25 12 10 3 27 67 63 Colorado........................ 25 11 13 1 23 68 74 Calgary .......................... 23 10 12 1 21 51 60 Pacific Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Phoenix.......................... 23 13 7 3 29 65 57 Dallas ............................. 24 14 9 1 29 62 65 Los Angeles .................. 24 12 8 4 28 57 55 San Jose........................ 21 13 7 1 27 60 48 Anaheim ........................ 24 7 13 4 18 54 77 NOTE: Two points for a win, one point for overtime loss. Thursday's Games Pittsburgh 2, Washington 1 N.Y. Rangers 5, Carolina 3 Ottawa at Dallas, late Phoenix at Winnipeg, late Columbus at Calgary, late Nashville at Vancouver, late Florida at Los Angeles, late Montreal at San Jose, late Today's Games Detroit at Buffalo, 7:30 p.m. New Jersey at Minnesota, 8 p.m. N.Y. Islanders at Chicago, 8:30 p.m. St. Louis at Colorado, 9 p.m. Columbus at Edmonton, 9:30 p.m. Philadelphia at Anaheim, 10 p.m.

GF 82 65 80 58 43

GA 64 49 68 64 69

GF 81 82 68 75 62

GA 50 81 63 83 64

GF 67 72 65 70 64

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Division I NWCA/USA Today Coaches Poll Through Nov. 29 Record Pts Pvs 1. Iowa ..................................... 3-0 249 1 2. Okla. State .......................... 1-0 240 2 3. Cornell ................................. 1-0 229 3 4. Minnesota ........................... 2-1 221 4 5. Penn State .......................... 1-1 210 5 6. Ohio State ........................... 4-0 183 8 7. Illinois .................................. 6-0 181 6 8. Pittsburgh ........................... 3-0 169 9 9. Michigan.............................. 1-1 166 7 10. Lehigh ............................... 4-2 159 10 11. Oklahoma ......................... 3-0 149 11 12. Missouri ............................ 2-1 138 13 13. Maryland ........................... 6-0 136 12 14. Virginia Tech .................... 2-1 101 15 15. Wyoming........................... 0-0 87 19 16. Rutgers ............................. 2-1 79 16 17. Northwestern ................... 1-0 78 18 18. Oregon State .................... 2-1 77 17 19. Central Mich..................... 5-1 70 21 20. Kent State ......................... 2-2 60 23 21. Nebraska .......................... 5-0 47 24 22. Penn .................................. 2-1 43 20 23. Virginia .............................. 2-1 42 22 24. American ........................... 0-3 41 14 25. Binghamton ...................... 6-0 40 -Dropped out: No. 25 Stanford Others receiving votes: Boston, Cal Poly, Edinboro, Hofstra, Iowa State, Purdue, Old Dominion, Stanford, Wisconsin Division III Brute-Adidas NWCA Poll Through Nov. 29 Record Pvs 1. Wartburg ....................................... 3-1 1 2. Wisconsin-La Crosse.................. 5-0 2 3. Coe ................................................ 0-0 3 4. Ithaca............................................. 4-0 4 5. Cornell (Iowa)............................... 2-2 5 6. St. John’s (Minn.)......................... 0-0 6 7. Augustburg ................................... 1-0 7 8. Cortland St.................................... 4-0 10 9. Concordia-Moorehead................ 0-0 9 10. Mount Union............................... 1-0 8 11. Wilkes......................................... 4-2 12 12. Elmhurst ..................................... 2-0 14 13. Olivet ........................................... 1-0 23 14. Dubuque ..................................... 0-0 15 15. Wisc-Whitewater........................ 6-3 18 16. SUNY Brockport ........................ 0-0 27 17. North Central.............................. 4-3 11 18. Stevens Institute........................ 4-0 16 19. Centenary................................... 1-2 13 20. Luther .......................................... 0-0 25 21. Messiah ...................................... 2-1 29 22. York ............................................. 5-2 17 23. Ohio Northern ............................ 1-4 19 24. TCNJ ........................................... 1-1 20 25. Wisc-Stevens Point................... 1-0 21 26. Thiel............................................. 0-1 30 27. Augustana................................... 0-1 24 28. Wabash....................................... 0-0 26 29. Wisc-Oshkosh ........................... 0-0 28 30. Springfield .................................. 0-0 --

BULLETIN BOARD LEAGUES The Rock Recreation Center 340 Carverton Road is accepting registrations for the winter Upward Basketball and Cheerleading league. The league is open to boys and girls Pre-K through seventh grade. Player evaluations and final registration will be held on Saturday, Dec. 3. The league runs for 12 weeks, with practice beginning the week of Jan. 2. The first game will be played Saturday, Jan. 21, and the ninth and final game will be played Saturday, March 17. The registration cost is $100. For more information, call 696-2769 or visit www.rockrec.org. MEETINGS Nanticoke Little League will meet Dec. 7 at the high school cafeteria at 7 p.m. All parents, coaches, and managers from Newport and Nanticoke Little Leagues are urged to attend. For more information, call Wade at 735-0189. South Valley fastpitch will be meeting on Monday, Dec. 5, at Broad Street Pizza in Nanticoke at 6 p.m. All coaches and interested parties are encouraged to attend. Input is being sought from everyone interested on the addition of the new Babe Ruth Extreme Softball League. For more information, call Steve at 417-7217. The Hanover Area Girls Basketball Booster Club meeting that was scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 1, has been rescheduled for Dec. 6 at 6:30 p.m. at the Hanover Area Junior-Senior High School. Plans for the upcoming season and the continuation of the booster club will be discussed. All parents of any girls basketball players from grades 7-12 are encouraged to attend. The Nanticoke Area Basketball Booster Club will sponsor their annual Meet the Players Night on Friday, Dec. 2, beginning at 6 p.m. at the Nanticoke High School Gym. The event will feature all members of the boys and girls teams from 7th grade through varsity. Following introductions, players will then participate in intrasquad scrimmages. All family members and friends are invited to attend this tipoff to the Nanticoke basketball season. REGISTRATIONS/TRYOUTS Maximum Impact Sports Training will be hosting Spring/Summer Travel Baseball tryouts on Saturday, Dec. 3, at 2 p.m. for ages 9-12, and Sunday, Dec. 4, at 7 p.m. for ages 13-17. Tryouts are free of charge for serious inquiries only. Future dates are scheduled in December on the weekends as well. Call 822-1134 to reserve a spot. Tryouts will be located at Maximum Impact Sports Training, located at 275 Johnson St., WilkesBarre. Luzerne County Lightning AAU Basketball will hold tryouts this weekend at Danko’s Gym in Plains. On Saturday, tryouts for boys in 7-8 grades will be held at 10 a.m., boys in 5-6 grade at 11 a.m. and 9-10 grade boys at 12 p.m. On Sunday, 5-6 grade girls will tryout at 10 a.m., 7-8 grade girls at 12 p.m. and 9-10 grade girls at 2 p.m. Register online at lightningboltbball.com. The Kingston Recreation Center is accepting registrations for youth indoor soccer league to be played Saturdays starting Dec. 3. Age groups are 4-6, 7-9, and 10-13. For more information, call the Kingston Recreation Center at 287-1106. The Kingston Recreation Center is taking registrations for the Willie Obremski Youth Basketball League. Age groups are 5-7, 8-10, 111-13, and 14-17. The league starts Dec. 12. For more information, call 287-1106 or stop by the Kingston Recreation Center to sign up. Bulletin Board items will not be accepted over the telephone. Items may be faxed to 831-7319, emailed to tlsports@timesleader.com or dropped off at the Times Leader or mailed to Times Leader, c/o Sports, 15 N, Main St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0250.

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Barkley mulls decision

LOS ANGELES — Matt Barkley is checking out his draft status by filing for an evaluation from the NFL’s draft advisory board. That doesn’t mean the Southern California quarterback has decided what he’ll do next year. Barkley is reflecting on his remarkable junior season with the No. 9 Trojans, who won seven of their last eight games to finish off their NCAA postseason ban in style. Barkley’s quantum leap forward was the biggest reason for USC’s surge. He threw a conference-record 39 touchdown passes, broke USC’s single-season record for completion percentage and finished strong with 23 TD passes and just two interceptions in USC’s final six games. Draft-eligible juniors who are considering the NFL jump usually file for an evaluation from the draft advisory board. Barkley says he’ll begin his decision process next week. MAC CHAMPIONSHIP

N. Illinois takes on Ohio

DETROIT — A year after losing the Mid-American Conference championship game in the final minute, Northern Illinois is back for another try. The Huskies (9-3, 7-1 MAC) take on Ohio (9-3, 6-2) on Friday night at Ford Field. Northern Illinois faced Miami of Ohio last season in this game and lost 26-21 on a touchdown with 33 seconds remaining. This year, the Huskies edged Toledo for the right to represent the MAC West in the title game, beating the Rockets 63-60 in a Nov. 1 thriller. Northern Illinois quarterback Chandler Harnish has thrown for 23 touchdowns and four interceptions this season. Ohio’s Tyler Tettleton has thrown for 26 touchdowns and seven interceptions.

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Neuheisel leads UCLA for final time By ANNE M. PETERSON AP Sports Writer

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The Pac-12 Conference’s first championship game caps an eventful week in the league — so eventful that the game itself between No. 8 Oregon and UCLA seems a bit anticlimactic. The Ducks are so heavily favored that the attention Friday night may not be on Autzen Stadium’s field, but on the sidelines, where Rick Neuheisel will oversee his final game as the Bruins’ head coach. Neuheisel was fired following last weekend’s 50-0 loss to No. 9 Southern California. It was part of a wave of coaching moves in the conference. Around the time Neuheisel’s dismissal was announced, Arizona State let go of Dennis Erickson. Then Washington State parted ways with Paul Wulff, and the Cougars quickly hired former Texas Tech coach Mike Leach a day later. Neuheisel said he doesn’t want the

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Bruins’ appearance in the title game to turn into a “Win One For Rick” crusade. “That sounds like a bad B movie. It need not be about me. It’s always been about us,” he said. “It’s always been about the mission and the passion that a team, if you’re really engaged with a team, can bring about. I’m just excited to be on the team for one more try.” For their last practice before departing for Eugene, the Bruins carried Neuheisel off Spaulding Field. Then the coach teared up while speaking to reporters. “It’s meaningful when you work to create relationships, and you want desperately for them to achieve what they’re capable of,” he said. “Despite the fact that we didn’t win enough games, I think they are achieving as people. I’m extremely proud to be a part of this team, and look-

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Third-ranked Cowboys carry a reminder of last year’s heartbreak as rival Oklahoma pays a visit. By JEFF LATZKE AP College Football Writer

ARIZONA

Rodriguez’s pact approved

TUCSON, Ariz. — The state Board of Regents has approved a five-year contract for new Arizona football coach Rich Rodriguez. The move Thursday came nine days after Rodriguez agreed to the parameters of the deal with Athletic Director Greg Byrne. Rodriguez’s five-year deal starts at $1.45 million per year in base pay and ends at $1.8 million with annual incentives for academic and athletic performance, attendance spikes and coach of the year awards. He will receive $300,000 per year from Nike. The Arizona Daily Star says Rodriguez could owe the university up to $100,000 if he violates NCAA or Pac-12 rules. BAYLOR

Ganaway rushing toward another school record

WACO, Texas — Terrance Ganaway is setting records while running in the shadows of a Heisman Trophy hopeful. If the 6-foot, 240-pound senior running back with surprising speed wasn’t in the same backfield with Robert Griffin III, people outside of Baylor might actually know who is. Ganaway says that’s just OK with him. Plus, he says he and Griffin are both team players — and that the record-setting quarterback should have all the hype. Ganaway has a Big 12-leading 1,195 yards rushing for the 19th-ranked Bears (8-3, 5-3 Big 12). He needs only 24 yards in the regular season finale Saturday at home against Texas to set a new single-season school record. His 14 rushing touchdowns are already a school record. Griffin calls Ganaway the most important piece to the offense. WASHINGTON STATE

Cougars are preparing to shed underdog label

SPOKANE, Wash. — In spending an unprecedented $2.25 million to hire Mike Leach, Washington State is sending a message to its Pac-12 rivals: You won’t have the Cougars to kick around much longer. Washington State is using money to be generated by the league’s new television package to hire the big-name coach, improve its stadium and try to shed nearly a decade of football irrelevance. Each Pac-12 member will eventually be receiving nearly $20 million per year because of the TV deal. Washington State is in the smallest market in the league. It has the smallest football stadium, the lowest average attendance, smallest athletic budget, and hasn’t had a winning football record since 2003.

ing forward to — hopefully — a grand finish.” The reality is that UCLA (6-6, 5-4) faces a major challenge in the Ducks (10-2, 8-1). “I believe our plan is a good one. Now the devil will be in the details, making sure we do all the little things right, because that’s what it’s going to take to beat a team as accomplished as Oregon,” Neuheisel said. “I know there’s no such thing as a perfect game, but we’re going to have to get darn close, and that’s an exciting challenge, especially given the stakes.” The Ducks are playing for their third straight conference championship and a spot in the Rose Bowl on Jan. 2. Oregon appeared to be in the running for a shot at a spot in the BCS championship game for the second straight season, but the Ducks also fell victim to USC with a 3835 loss at Autzen on Nov. 19. The Ducks were trying hard this week not to overlook the Bruins on the road to Pasadena.

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Wisconsin running back Montee Ball (28) is stopped by Michigan State cornerback Johnny Adams (5) during the first quarter of an NCAA college football game in East Lansing, Mich.

Badgers’ Ball runs to honor By CHRIS JENKINS AP Sports Writer

MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsin’s Montee Ball was named the Big Ten’s offensive player of the year just this week. With another big performance against Michigan State at Saturday’s inaugural Big Ten championship game in Indianapolis, the Badgers’ running back could very well become a Heisman Trophy finalist. Such things are bound to happen when a player piles up more touchdowns than 29 teams in the NCAA’s top division have scored all season. Ball isn’t shying away from the attention. “You’ve got to embrace it,” Ball said. “You’ve got to embrace it because it’s something you can never take for granted. It could be the last team I play, it could be the last camera I talk to. You’ve just got to embrace it.” Going into Saturday’s game, Ball has scored 34 touchdowns this season.

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That’s a Big Ten single-season record, and only five shy of the NCAA singleseason record 39 touchdowns Barry Sanders scored for Oklahoma State in 1988. Between Ball and quarterback Russell Wilson, the Badgers believe they have two candidates worthy of Heisman consideration. “Those are both really, really good players who have the numbers to back it up,” Badgers coach Bret Bielema said. “I think in the world of college football, a lot of it is predetermined by hype. Obviously, nobody knew a lot about Russell before this year on the big stage. I mean, we all knew he was a good player, and, Montee, kind of the same boat. He had really productive numbers last year, but John Clay got in-

vited to the Doak Walker over him. So it is what it is.” Of course, those awards won’t mean as much if Wisconsin falls again to Michigan State. Wisconsin’s shocking last-second loss on a deflected Hail Mary pass at Michigan State on Oct. 22, along with a surprisingly similar loss at Ohio State the following week, knocked the Badgers out of the national championship picture. “After losing to Michigan State, it stung a little bit, and after losing to Ohio State, we thought all of our hopes and dreams were out the window,” Ball said. “But that’s why Coach B is such a great coach. He kept us focused and pretty soon we were back in the driver’s seat again.” Ball acknowledged that Michigan State “deserved” to win that game, rather than dismissing it as a fluke. “We did it to ourselves,” Ball said. “We had mistakes in that game. We were doing stuff that we just don’t do.”

Clemson’s defense struggling to find old form By PETE IACOBELLI AP Sports Writer

CLEMSON, S.C. — Clemson defense coordinator Kevin Steele says his group’s dominant showing the last time it faced Virginia Tech won’t have much bearing on Saturday night’s Atlantic Coast Conference title game. He better hope he’s wrong. The 21st-ranked Tigers (9-3) have rarely looked better this season on defense than they did that chilly October night in Blacksburg, Va., two months ago in a 23-3 victory over the Hokies. Clemson takes on No. 5 Virginia Tech for the ACC championship in Charlotte, N.C. The Hokies are trying for their fifth ACC crown in eight years while the Tigers, back as Atlantic Division winners for the second time in five years, look for their first league championship since 1991.

UP NEXT ACC CHAMPIONSHIP Virginia Tech vs. Clemson 8 p.m. Saturday, ESPN

To get it, Clemson’s defense must look more like it did back on Oct. 1 at Lane Stadium than how it’s been the second half of the season. Clemson held Virginia Tech to a season-low 258 yards and without a touchdown at home for the first time since 1995. That win gained national headlines and was part of the Tigers 8-0 run into the top 10. In the last six games, though, Clemson’s defense has given up more than 410 yards and 35 points a game. And it’s no surprise that the Tigers have gone 3-3 during that stretch and enter the ACC championship losing its last two

in blowout fashion to North Carolina State 37-13 and rival South Carolina 3413. “It’s basically, do your job,” Steele said of his unit’s breakdowns. “It’s something that we work on and it’s simple.” Yet apparently hard to grasp at times for Clemson’s defenders. Gamecocks quarterback Connor Shaw threw for 210 yards and ran for 107 in his seventh career start. The Tigers are 63rd nationally in yards allowed and 92nd in the country against the run with more than 186 yards per game. Next up comes the league’s top rusher and ACC player of the year in Hokies tailback David Wilson. He was about the only one on offense who didn’t struggle that first game with Clemson, gaining 123 yards on 20 carries.

STILLWATER, Okla. — On his left wrist, Jamie Blatnick wears a reminder of just how close Oklahoma State came to finally breaking through against rival Oklahoma. Inscribed in orange on a wide, black wristband are a series of numbers that refer to what he and his teammates view as a missed opportunity. With 2:51 left in UP NEXT last year’s game, the Oklahoma Cowboys trailed 40at 38 when Oklahoma Oklahoma got the ball back. State Instead of getting 7 p.m. a stop, Oklahoma Saturday State gave up LanABC dry Jones’ 76-yard touchdown pass to James Hanna that put the game away. “That close, man,” Blatnick said. For a program that’s been overmatched by Oklahoma in most of their 105 meetings, close doesn’t cut it anymore for No. 3 Oklahoma State (10-1, 7-1 Big 12). The 13th-ranked Sooners (9-2, 6-2) are the last ones standing between the Cowboys and their first-ever BCS bowl berth and first Big 12 championship. The school hasn’t won an outright conference title since 1948, when it only needed wins against Wichita State and Tulsa to win the Missouri Valley title. With a convincing win, Oklahoma State might even be able to wiggle its way into the national championship game. “It’s not like big OU’s coming to town and they’re way better,” Blatnick said. “I think we have the better team and I think we’re going to prepare extremely hard for them and I think that this game’s going to be a great game.” Blatnick has worn the special wristband, which says “DEFENSE WINS CHAMPIONSHIPS” on the other side, since safety Markelle Martin got them for the team. He had been wearing it on the same wrist as one that reads “One Heart One Family” in memory of linebackers coach Glenn Spencer’s wife, who died during the season. In the run-up to Saturday night’s Bedlam game, he switched it to the opposite side to serve as a more frequent reminder of what happened last season. “That was just a rough game for us. Being so close and not getting it, it just hurts,” Blatnick said. “It just leaves a bad taste in your mouth and it’s been there all year long. I’m just excited for this. This is my last one, and we’ve got to get them. Absolutely have to.” The Cowboys will be the higherranked team in the rivalry for the third straight year, but the last two have ended in disappointment. Oklahoma ended 11th-ranked OSU’s bid for an at-large BCS berth two years ago with a 27-0 shutout in Norman. Last year, the Sooners won 47-41 in Stillwater to earn a share of the Big 12 South title. By virtue of a tiebreaker, Oklahoma went to the Big 12 championship game — and won it — instead of the Cowboys.

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Man pleads guilty to assault on Chicago wide receiver

suburban Chicago man has pleaded guilty to misdemeanor battery for assaulting Chicago Bears wide receiver Devin Hester while he was visiting a Des Plaines casino. Daniel Rago of Mount Prospect was arrested after police said he slapped Hester in the back of the head on Oct. 14 while the football player was standing in line at Rivers Casino. Hester didn’t retaliate. Cook County Assistant State’s Attorney Kimberly Przekota called the incident “both insulting and unprovoked.” Rago’s lawyer, Frank Kostouros, called it “a complete misunderstanding,” saying Rago thought Hester was cutting in line in front of an elderly couple. Rago was sentenced Thursday to one year of conditional discharge, and 80 hours of community service. He was also ordered to pay $315 in court fees and fines. PANTHERS

Smith nears milestone Carolina’s Steve Smith looks to join a list of receiving legends on Sunday by becoming only the 35th player in NFL history to reach 10,000 career yards receiving. He needs 56 yards to reach that mark. It’s a milestone not lost on the 32year-old Smith. Smith says reaching the milestone “probably means more to me that it probably should,” adding that “it’s a moment where time stops and you get to be selfish.” The veteran says no matter how many negative things have been written about him, “the power of public opinion doesn’t win on this one.” Smith says this is a stat that he’s earned with the help of a lot of other people and it “can’t be taken away.” Carolina (3-8) plays at Tampa Bay (4-7) on Sunday.

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Coordinator irked by defense’s effort Giants’ assistant Fewell vows there will be a better performance against undefeated Green Bay. By TOM CANAVAN AP Sports Writer

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — A miffed Perry Fewell accused some members of the New York Giants defense of quitting in the blowout loss to the New Orleans Saints and he vowed that will not happen again. The Giants defensive coordinator could not explain why the Giants (6-5) played so poorly in the 49-24 thrashing that knocked New York out of first place in the NFC East and left many wondering whether the team was ready for a third straight second-half of the season collapse. “It was so disappointing from my perspective that as I watched it on Monday and watched it the next day, it was one of those games that you want

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to bury,” Fewell said Thursday after practice. “The energy level, what we did, it baffled me, OK. It baffled me. You’re supposed to have answers, but sometimes you can’t explain a game like that.” The numbers were sickening, especially for a defensive coordinator. The Saints gained 577 yards in total offense, the second highest total an opponent has mustered in a single game in the Giants’ 87-year history Fewell gave credit to Drew Brees and the Saints offense. It was fresh coming off a bye week and Brees made quick, accurate throws that the Giants simply could not cover. However, Fewell wanted more from his unit. “We have to play with more passion,”

said Fewell, who is in his second season as the Giants defensive coordinator. “That was a game against a playoff football team. We have aspirations of being a playoff team and sometimes it’s the will, the will to get it done. We didn’t will ourselves to get it done. That’s what I can explain. Why we didn’t will ourselves to get it done.” Fewell said he let the defense know just how he felt this week and he seemed certain it would show up Sunday for what is now a crucial game against the undefeated Green Bay Packers (11-0). Speaking after practice Thursday, he virtually guaranteed that the defense, which has had only three sacks in the last three games, would put pressure on Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers. “We’re going to get to the quarterback period, OK.,” Fewell said. “We’re going to get it done.” When asked how the Giants were going to do that with two-time Pro Bowl defensive end Osi Umenyiora nursing

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Suh’s appeal heard by Shell Detroit Lions defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh has had his appeal heard of a two-game suspension for stomping on an opponent. Art Shell, jointly appointed by the league and the players’ association to hear such cases, has conducted a conference call Thursday, but set no timetable for making a decision. The 2010 Defensive Rookie of the Year was penalized and ejected from a Thanksgiving Day loss to Green Bay for stomping on the arm of Packers guard Evan Dietrich-Smith. On Tuesday, the league handed down the twogame suspension and Suh immediately appealed. The Lions are playing Sunday in New Orleans and the league expedited Suh’s hearing so the team could know about his availability for that game. Shell’s decision could come Friday. JETS

Tomlinson feeling ‘fresh’ LaDainian Tomlinson says he feels “fresh” coming off a knee injury that sidelined him the past two games and is open for a bigger workload as the New York Jets make a playoff push. The running back returned to practice this week after spraining the medial collateral ligament in his left knee against New England on Nov. 13. The sixth-leading rusher in NFL history says Thursday that normally he feels sore at this point in the season, but a reduced role and being sidelined a few weeks might help him be even more effective down the stretch. The Jets play at Washington on Sunday. Tomlinson jokes that Marty Schottenheimer, his former coach in San Diego, recently told him: “I’m sorry, kid. I just wore you out when you were young.”

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Arizona quarterback Kevin Kolb says his injured right foot was sore but he was able to practice again on Thursday and still expects to start against Dallas on Sunday. It would be Kolb’s first action since he was injured Oct. 30 in Arizona’s 30-27 loss at Baltimore. The Cardinals are 3-1 in Kolb’s absence, but his replacement, John Skelton, has struggled in his last two games, throwing five interceptions and no touchdowns. Coach Ken Whisenhunt says that while Kolb got the vast majority of the first-team reps in practice on Thursday, some went to Skelton to keep him prepared either to start or take over if Kolb is knocked out of the game.

an ankle injury — the team won’t disclose which ankle — and fellow Pro Bowl defensive end Justin Tuck having a sub-par, injury-plague season, a wry smile crossed Fewell’s face. “I am going to coach better,” he said, “and they are going to play better, that’s it.” The one thing that Fewell knows won’t happen again is that this team won’t quit. Late in the game, cornerback Corey Webster seemed to stop in his tracks when it became obvious that Pierre Thomas was going to score on a 12-yard, fourth-quarter run with the Saints already ahead 35-17. Fewell’s blood pressure seemed to spike when asked about “pulling up” late in the game. “That was disheartening, no doubt,” Fewell said. “Me being the coach and the leader of the defense, that was disheartening, and when I say it was disheartening, it was disappointing more so than disheartening because we don’t coach that.”

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New York Jets’ Darrelle Revis (24) breaks up a pass intended for San Diego Chargers’ Vincent Jackson (83) during the fourth quarter of a football game in East Rutherford, N.J.

Revis brushes aside rare off game

By DENNIS WASZAK Jr. AP Sports Writer

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Darrelle Revis is not invincible after all. Not against receivers catching passes against him. And, certainly not against critics. It was so rare to see Buffalo’s Stevie Johnson beat the New York Jets cornerback for catch after catch last Sunday that some were left wondering: What’s wrong with Revis? Well, absolutely nothing. “The standards are so high because of how just ridiculously consistent he’s been and how well he’s played,” defensive coordinator Mike Pettine said. “So when he does give up a couple of completions, you’re like, ‘Wow, this guy is human.’ It’s hard to play a perfect season.” However, with Revis, generally regarded as the NFL’s best cornerback, perfection is expected. That’s not to say he doesn’t ever give up a reception, of course. But when Johnson was beating him on slant

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routes over and over again for eight catches and 75 yards, it was hard not to notice. Johnson also caught the only touchdown pass Revis has allowed this season. It was by no means Revis’ best performance, but was it really a bad game for Revis? “That’s false,” safety Brodney Pool said. “Going into the game, we knew as a team that they like to chip away and we didn’t want to give up the big play. I think we did a good job of that. He caught what we gave him. It’s not like Reeve had a bad game. He still played well.” Jets coach Rex Ryan said Revis was playing mostly in Cover Zero against Johnson, meaning the cornerback was in mostly man-to-man without any safety help to make up for any mistakes.

“He gave up 75 yards,” Ryan said. “And that’s if every one of the completions were against him in zero coverage the whole game. I’ll sign up for that each week. That’s a great performance. You’re in zero coverage and you give up 75 yards? That’s a pretty good performance.” Pettine added that some of the coverages the Jets were in “really put Darrelle in a bind.” “We were daring them to throw to that side and they did,” Pettine said. “They made some plays. Some of the slants that were called were in down and distances where we were more than willing to give those up. Again, you just get to that comfort level with Darrelle where he’s giving up some throws and you realize that it’s going to happen from time to time. But still, you just look at his body of work, it’s not even close. “He’s the best corner in football.” Pool added that outsiders focus too much on statistics, numbers that don’t tell the whole story.

Vikings place 13-year vet McNabb on waivers By DAVE CAMPBELL AP Sports Writer

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. — Donovan McNabb is available again. The Minnesota Vikings waived the 13-year veteran quarterback on Thursday, giving him the opportunity to sign with another team for the stretch run in a parting coach Leslie Frazier described as mutual. Frazier pushed for the Vikings to trade a sixth-round draft pick this summer to the Washington Redskins in exchange for McNabb. He wanted stability he believed McNabb would bring to the offense after the NFL lockout kept rookie Christian Ponder from practicing with the team or working with his coaches until training camp. Frazier and McNabb met in 1999, when the defensive backs coach and the first-round draft pick spent their

first year with the Philadelphia Eagles. Friendly to the end, Frazier wished McNabb well and said part of the reason for the move was for the player’s sake. McNabb “This was the best decision for both parties,” Frazier said. “He was a great player and has been a great player for our league for a long, long time. Have a lot of affection and love for Donovan.” McNabb went 1-5 as a starter, threw for only four touchdowns and completed just five passes of 25-plus yards. Frazier said he didn’t regret the trade given the situation the Vikings were in this summer, and said he believes McNabb can still play in the NFL but stopped short of saying he can be an effective

starter. “I’m not certain about that. ... A lot depends on the team he goes to, if he goes to another team,” Frazier said. McNabb was benched in favor of Ponder in the fourth quarter of Minnesota’s game at Chicago on Oct. 16 and hasn’t played since. Frazier said he was a help to Ponder and Joe Webb in their learning process and described as “awesome” his attitude over the last few weeks. “He’s been a true pro in every sense of the word,” Frazier said. “He’s a class guy. Always has been, and he’s done a good job in spite of the fact he wasn’t our starting quarterback.” Improving the teacher-student ratio at the game’s most complex position is what Frazier pointed to when asked how the move benefited the Vikings.

NEW YORK — Criticizing the NFL Players Association for blocking tests for human growth hormone, the head of the World Anti-Doping Agency said Thursday the union’s objections are “not about science” and have “no substance.” Speaking to reporters at an anti-doping conference hosted at NFL headquarters, WADA director general David Howman added that the NFLPA’s stance could lead one to believe that HGH use is a problem in pro football. “The players are making a very good go of trying to say it is a problem by not agreeing to be tested. I would have thought if there wasn’t a problem, they would say, ‘Hey, test us,”’ Howman said. “If you’ve got nothing to hide, open up.” The new labor contract that ended the NFL lockout in August included a provision for HGH testing as soon as this season — but only once the NFLPA approved the process. That hasn’t happened, in part because the NFLPA says it needs more information about the test itself. “The NFL itself are approaching this in a pretty responsible fashion, and it’s a bit disappointing when you are doing things to support the clean player that the players themselves are not in the same sort of mood,” Howman said. Earlier, during his keynote speech at “The Doping Decision: Deterring Doping in Sport,” a conference organized by the Partnership for Clean Competition, Howman gave kudos to Major League Baseball and its players for recently agreeing to start HGH testing in spring training — and took a jab at the NFLPA, saying of that union’s hesitancy on the issue: “It’s not about science; it’s about something else, and that is frustrating.” Howman gave baseball a pass for not yet adding HGH to its list of substances being checked in the regular season. “They’re doing a step which is pretty significant. ... So I don’t have a problem with them doing it a step at a time,” Howman said. “Let’s wait for the second step.” Told of Howman’s comments about football, NFLPA spokesman George Atallah said in a telephone interview: “The only institution that’s lacking transparency in this situation is WADA. The test is not peer-reviewed by scientists other than WADA scientists. They don’t reveal information about the population studies which is the foundation for their test, and they refuse to allow a fair appeals process as part of their program.” Anti-doping experts have said further population studies aren’t needed because those used to validate the test included dozens of athletes who have a football player’s body type, including players in Canada. Many of those same experts have, however, always said that an independent appeals process is critical to running a fair doping program. “Our ability to begin HGH testing is not going to be determined by any artificial deadline. It’s going to be determined by the validity and fairness and reliability of the test and the testing protocol,” Atallah said.

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WASHINGTON — Chris Kunitz scored the tiebreaking goal at 2:36 of the third period, and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat Washington 2-1 Thursday night to keep the Capitals winless under new coach Dale Hunter. Craig Adams also scored for the Penguins, who improved to 4-1-1 since captain Sidney Crosby returned to the lineup following an 11-month absence with a concussion. Jason Chimera got his teamleading 10th goal for the Capitals, who were 11-0-2 against their bitter rivals in the regular season since March 8, 2009. Tomas Vokoun stopped 33 shots, but the Capitals couldn’t back his effort with any firepower on the other end of the ice. The Capitals took only 17 shots against Marc-Andre Fleury in their second straight 2-1 loss since Hunter, a former Capitals star, replaced the fired Bruce Boudreau on Monday. Crosby was held without a point for only the second time in six games since his return. He received his concussion by taking two blows to the head last January, the first of which came against the Capitals on New Year’s Day in the Winter Classic. Since coming back, the standout center has two goals and nine assists. Crosby’s lengthy absence, along with the ineffectiveness this season of Washington’s Alex Ovechkin, has dimmed one of the NHL’s most notable individual duels. Ovechkin was also held without a point, and he has only one goal in his last 10 games. Kunitz got the game-winner by skating around a check by John Erskine and firing a wrist shot that bounced off Vokoun and bounded into the net. Washington has lost four

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straight and seven of nine. The Penguins took a 1-0 lead at 5:21 of the first period when Arron Asham gained control of the puck behind the net, skated out and sent a pass across the slot to Adams, who scored from the left side. Six seconds later, Asham and Erskine dropped their gloves and got into an old-fashioned hockey fight. Both landed several good blows before tumbling to the ice. The Penguins outshot the Capitals 13-4 in the opening 20 minutes. Crosby had two shots, and 11 of his teammates had one apiece. Washington pulled even at 1:20 of the second period when Chimera lifted an up-close backhander over Fleury’s left shoulder. Rangers 5, Hurricanes 3 RALEIGH, N.C. — Ryan McDonagh, Marian Gaborik and Sean Avery scored in a 4:53 span of the second period and the New York Rangers rallied to beat the Carolina Hurricanes for their fourth straight win. Ryan Callahan and Michael Sauer had the other goals for the Rangers, who got points from 14 players and earned their 11th win in 13 games. Martin Biron made 28 saves as he made a spot start for No. 1 goalie Henrik Lundqvist. New York remained three points behind Eastern Conference-leading Pittsburgh, but the Rangers have played four fewer games than the Penguins. Derek Joslin, Jeff Skinner and Jiri Tlutsy scored goals for Carolina, winless in two games under new coach Kirk Muller. Stars 3, Senators 2 DALLAS — Eric Nystrom scored the tiebreaking goal with 2:20 left and the Dallas Stars

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Pittsburgh Penguins left wing Chris Kunitz, center, celebrates his goal with teammates Simon Despres (47) and Matt Niskanen, right, during the third period of an NHL game against the Washington Capitals on Thursday in Washington. The Penguins won 2-1.

rallied for a victory over the Ottawa Senators. Nystrom took possession of the puck behind the Ottawa net, drifted to the left circle and fired a shot past goalie Craig Anderson for his ninth goal of the season, one short of matching his career high. Milan Michalek had given the Senators a 2-1 advantage at 11:42 of the final period. Daniel Alfredsson took a shot from the right point that rebounded off goalie Andrew Raycroft to the left circle. Michalek beat two Stars to the puck and then beat Raycroft with a shot for his team-high 15th goal. Radek Dvorak and Steve Ott also scored for Dallas, and Raycroft made 33 saves. Erik Condra had Ottawa’s other goal.

Jets 1, Coyotes 0 WINNIPEG, Manitoba — Ondrej Pavelec made 33 saves in his second shutout of the season and Bryan Little’s first-period goal held up as the Jets beat Phoenix in the Coyotes’ first game back in Winnipeg since leaving for the desert in 1996. Little scored the game’s only goal off a rebound while Coyotes goalie Mike Smith was out of position. Winnipeg (10-11-4), the former Atlanta Thrashers who relocated before this season, snapped a two-game losing streak. After the game, the crowd gave the new Jets a standing ovation and saluted them at center ice as the players raised their sticks. Smith faced 31 shots as Phoenix (13-8-3) had a two-game winning streak broken.

LAKE LOUISE, Alberta — Kneeing herself in the face, biting her own tongue, and even falling on her fanny hasn’t stopped Lindsey Vonn at Lake Louise. The American star has won more World Cup races at the venue than anywhere else in her decorated career. She’s won eight races and stood on the podium 14 times. Two years ago, Vonn crossed the finish line with blood dribbling from her mouth. Her knee connected with her chin during the race, yet Vonn still raced to the first of her two downhill victories that year. Vonn executed an incredible piece of skiing last year in a race she didn’t win. She went down on her left hip entering a section of the course named Fall Away, but made an impressive recovery on the slope’s face and actually made up time on the bottom section. Vonn finished second in that downhill to Germany’s Maria Riesch-Hoefl. It was Vonn’s second runner-up result to the German in two days, but Vonn wasn’t leaving Lake Louise without a victory. She won the

super-G on the final day. While rivals such as RieschHoefl will challenge her this year in Lake Louise, Vonn’s record and the toughness she’s demonstrated at the mountain resort give her an aura of invincibility. She’s stood atop the podium at Lake Louise in at least one race for seven straight years. “I’ve always had a good feeling here,” Vonn said Thursday. “I just feel like I don’t even need to inspect. I know the hill so well. “I know what I have to do if I want to get a good result here so it’s just a matter of executing. I still have a lot of confidence from what I’ve been able to do here in the past. That always helps me every year to believe in myself.” The 27-year-old from Burnsville, Minn., was second to Switzerland’s Dominique Gisin in the final training run for the first of two downhills starting Friday. Switzerland’s Marianne Kaufmann-Aberhalden was third. It remains to be seen if Vonn’s personal life intrudes on her skiing both at Lake Louise and during the season.

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Lindsey Vonn races down the course during a training run at the women’s World Cup downhill ski competition in Lake Louise, Alberta on Thursday.

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ty’s reputation. Ohio State athletic director Gene Smith said Meyer would receive an annual base salary of $4 million, plus another $2.4 million in “retention payments” spread over the life of the contract. He can also qualify for supplemental bonuses, such as for winning conference and national championships. Such add-ons can run up to $1 million. Meyer’s compensation could approach $5 million per year if he meets certain incentives, putting him in the rarefied company of Texas’ Mack Brown ($5,192,500), Alabama’s Nick Saban ($4,683,333) and Oklahoma’s Bob Stoops ($4,075,000). He immediately becomes the Big Ten’s highestpaid coach, his base salary eclipsing the $3,785,000 paid to Iowa’s Kirk Ferentz. Agents for high-profile coaches who are making, or might make, themselves available for a fresh challenge can’t expect all their clients to now enter the exclusive $4 million club. But they’ll demand, and get, highly favorable arrangements that only a few years ago would have been considered exorbitant. It is no longer unusual for a coach with an established track record, or even one who gets hot at the right time, to command a salary in excess of $2 million a year, and sometimes $3 million. Dr. Aubrey Kent, director of Temple’s Sport Industry Research Center, was asked what impact Meyer’s salary would have on the market value for the next PSU coach. “Generally, I would think not much,” Kent said in an email response. “Unless Penn State can find another multiple championship winner and proven consistent winner who just happens to be rested and available. Since Penn State has so much in common with Ohio State (size, conference, tradition), it will be used as a logical comparison, but if I was

asked to predict I would see their number likely falling in the $2.5-3.5 million range, obviously depending on who they target.” Said Tony Barnhart, CBS Sports analyst and host of “The Tony Barnhart Show” on CBS Sports Network: “I don’t know what Penn State is thinking, but my experience is that when somebody gets a big contract like (Meyer’s), everybody has to go higher to remain competitive.” A spokesman for the American Football Coaches Association said the organization had no comment on Meyer’s contract or what impact it might have on salaries overall. According to a USA Today report on salaries, 58 of 120 FBS head coaches are making at least $1 million a year, a figure that presumes seven-figure salaries for coaches at that level or higher for private institutions such as Notre Dame, Southern California, Stanford, Brigham Young and Vanderbilt, which aren’t required to reveal coaching salaries. Interestingly, Paterno — the winningest Division I coach of all time with 409 victories — ranked 11th among the 12 Big Ten head coaches for the 2011 season with a salary of $1,022,794. The only Big Ten coach making less than JoePa was Purdue’s Danny Hope, at $925,000. Even Michigan defensive coordinator Greg Mattison, the highest-paid assistant in the Big Ten, makes $750,000. While Mattison might be the exception, assistant-coach salaries throughout the Big Ten are on the rise as well. According to the USA Today figures, the average salary went from $1.4 million in 2006 to $2.125 million in 2011, meaning Paterno was making almost half of the average. The nearly 85-year-old Paterno, fired on Nov. 9 in the wake of the Jerry Sandusky child sexual abuse scandal, never gave the impression that money was the most important thing in his life. So, for much of his legendary career, he gave Penn State a sizable hometown

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discount. That won’t be the case as new university president Rodney Erickson and acting athletic director David M. Joyner go about the important business of selecting a new coach to oversee a multimillion-dollar football program that for decades had been synonymous with Paterno. The quaint notion that Penn State can cherry-pick Paterno’s successor at rock-bottom rates — because well, it’s Penn State — is as far gone as the days when Beaver Stadium had a seating capacity of 48,000 and had difficulty filling all of those seats. Reports indicate that Mississippi State coach Dan Mullen is the front-runner for the Penn State job. Mullen signed a fouryear contract worth $10.6 million, with a $1.4 million buyout, after the 2010 season — and a reported flirtation with the University of Miami. A raise from his annual salary of $2.65 million would seem like a necessity, if he were to move to Penn State. Kent was asked if PSU would have to overpay, given the messy situation the new coach would inherit. “It depends,” said Kent, who co-authored a research paper, “Determinants of Coaching Salaries in FBS Football,” that will be published early next year in the Journal of Sport Management. “If they hire internally — or ‘within the family’ — it will cost them somewhat less. “Logic would dictate that there would be a premium to be paid for having to be the person to come into a very tough situation, however that is from the outside looking in. “Within the football-coaching community, Penn State is a plum job and the fact that expectations might be a little lower than usual might actually be beneficial. Most coaches (who necessarily live in a relatively isolated world) think Paterno got a raw deal and won’t hesitate to take the job. Overall, while I don’t think that PSU will have to pay a premium, they are crazy if they think they can get anyone good for

$1 million. Those days are over.” Paterno wasn’t the only Penn State coach to work on the cheap, relatively speaking. His nine assistants have logged 159 years of combined service because of devotion to JoePa and to Penn State, and maybe in part because a dollar stretches further in State College than in a lot of other college towns. Bradley, the defensive coordinator who became interim coach Dec. 9, reportedly didn’t even receive a minor bump in salary when he was temporarily promoted to finish out the 2011 season in Paterno’s stead. If, as many suspect, the same Board of Trustees that took the bold step of firing Paterno decides on a total housecleaning of the football coaching staff, it’s likely the trustees will look to an outsider with no ties to the old master and the sequestered empire he created. Given how long Paterno ran the show, that would eliminate quite a few interested parties and narrow the field to those who have yet to become teary-eyed when the student section chants “We are . . . Penn State!” “While it would obviously do a lot of good for public perception, I have a hard time believing that they will go outside of the family,” Kent said. “There are too many vested interests in the Penn State family that would have a hard time with that. However, if the right person became available, this might be the only time (given surrounding circumstances) where an outside hire would be tolerable to the base. “At the end of the day, the next hire is going to have a very tough role — balancing honoring the past (the Paterno legend) with the program’s need to break from that very past. If it were me, I’d want to be the guy after the next guy (like Meyer was at Florida ... not Ron Zook).” Candidates without the Penn State stamp will want to be satisfied that they have a chance to win, some guarantee of job security if they don’t im-

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mediately have success, and compensation hefty enough to ensure the job will be worth their while as the cleanup process is taking place. Figure on Penn State being on the hook for a minimum of $2.5 million a year for its next coach, and maybe even $3 million-plus if it hopes to hit a grand slam on the public-relations front instead of just a bases-empty homer. Of course, there are critics who will claim that the imagesmearing Sandusky scandal is the result of a “football culture” that needs to be significantly dialed back in Happy Valley, lest the jocks in the helmets and shoulder pads subvert the educational mission of the university. Paying millions of dollars to a football coach, any football coach, flies in the face of the argument that football should be just another aspect of campus life. “Any time you have uncertainty in a football program and you’re being asked to take it over, you have to take that uncertainty into account,” Barnhart said. “Penn State is one of the great franchises in the history of college football and it has a great deal going for it. Whoever Penn State hires is going to have to balance the attractiveness of the job and the wide support from a great fan base vs. the uncertainty of the situation.” Football is the engine that often drives alumni contributions, and football at Penn State not only is a self-sustaining enterprise, but one that is profitable enough to fund an overall athletic program encompassing 31 varsity sports. Admissions applications invariably tend to rise in correlation to the on-field success of many schools’ football teams. That’s why Penn State — Joyner heads a seven-person search committee charged with the responsibility of identifying coaches who might be the right fit — needs to make a boffo hire, and soon, to retain the verbal commitments of recruits who could look elsewhere if they suspect their futures will be turned over to a

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“Linebacker U.” defensive schemes for Paterno, was charged Nov. 5 with sexually abusing eight boys over a 15-year span. The ex-assistant coach has acknowledged that he showered with boys but denied molesting them. Paterno, the Division I leader with 409 career victories, announced his retirement effective the end of the season on the morning of Nov. 9 amid mounting criticism that school officials should have done more to respond to allegations of alleged abuse. Despite the announcement, school trustees fired Paterno about 12 hours later. Paterno is not a target of the investigation. Longtime assistant Tom Bradley, who is 1-2 since taking over on an interim basis, has expressed interest in keeping the job full time. Some critics have said the next coach should have no previous ties to Penn State given the scandal. Erickson maintained the search was “wide open” when asked if he would rule out anyone with a Penn State connection, but declined comment on any specific candidate. Acting athletic director David Joyner is heading a six-person search committee for a replacement. second-tier field leader. It’s even possible that a charismatic coach with name recognition could reinvigorate a staid program some already believed was regressing under the leadership of an octogenarian whose declining health was such that he no longer went on the road to sweet-talk top prospects and their families. For the first time since Lyndon B. Johnson occupied the White House, Penn State has to choose who will represent it on those football Saturdays. It’s a decision university officials can’t afford to get wrong. It’s also a decision they can’t afford to scrimp on.

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Tiger Woods tees off on the sixth hole in the first round of the Chevron World Challenge. He finished the day with a score of 69, tied for 2nd place, 3 strokes behind K.J. Choi at Sherwood Country Club in Thousand Oaks, Cali., on Thursday.

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THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. — K.J. Choi opened with five straight birdies. Tiger Woods looked as good as he did in Australia, making his fourth birdie with a 3-iron to an elevated green on the par-5 fifth that covered the flag. And then, without warning, the wind showed up Thursday in the foothills of Sherwood Country Club. Choi held his own in gusts up to 30 mph and finished with a 6-under 66, giving him a threeshot lead over Woods and Steve Stricker in the Chevron World Challenge. They were the only three players to break 70 in the 18man field in the final official event in America this year. “Anything under par is a good day today with the wind up,” said Woods, a four-time winner of this event and the tournament host. “If the wind stayed down, you’re going to have to shoot probably 68 or below for it to be a good score.” Five of the six players who broke par — Jim Furyk, Nick Watney and Rickie Fowler were at 71 — had most recently played at blustery Royal Melbourne in the Presidents Cup. Choi figures he had even a greater advantage. He lives in Dallas. “I was used to playing in the windy conditions, not only playing in Melbourne, but also living in Dallas, where there’s 20to 30-mile wind every other day,” Choi said. “I’m used to practicing in those conditions. I’ve become very comfortable in those windy conditions.” The notorious Santa Ana

wind was in the forecast, with some projections of 60 mph gusts. But when the elite field arrived at Sherwood, there was not even a breeze. Woods and Stricker birdied the opening two holes with relative ease. Woods added another birdie on No. 4 with a 25-foot putt, and then came his 3-iron from 229 yards to 18 feet for an eagle attempt that burned the edge. He was standing on the sixth green, 15 feet behind the hole, when a big gust backed Woods off his putt and scattered leaves raced across the fairway behind him. On the next hole, Stricker was staring over an iron shot that was drawing right at the flag. A strong gust swatted the ball out of the sky and dropped it 20 feet short of the green into the deep rough. Watney was motoring along at 2 under when he had a birdie putt on the 14th. He addressed the ball, backed off and watched it move, costing him a one-shot penalty. A new rule that would eliminate the penalty stroke if deemed that the wind moved the ball after address is not effective until Jan. 1. Watney took a positive out of that bogey. “I might be the last player in history to be penalized under that rule,” he said. “That could be a trivia question one day.” Best that he not hold his breath on that one. Jason Day was among the leaders until the wind gobbled up his approach on the par-5 16th, leading to double bogey. Then he hit into the trees on the par-3 17th and injured his

right thumb trying to play out of the mess. He made another double bogey, and then finished with a bogey for a 74. Matt Kuchar, coming off a World Cup win with Gary Woodland in China, was 4 under until he made triple bogey on the 16th, bogeyed the 17th and had to settle for a 72. Woods also made a bogey on the 16th after popping up a tee shot and running into trouble with his attempt to lay up. Earlier on the ninth hole, he had a nasty lie on the side of a hill with a large branch in his way, and he moved the ball only about 10 yards. But those were the rare mistakes.

Nedbank Golf Challenge SUN CITY, South Africa — Defending champion Lee Westwood made a 20-foot birdie putt on the final hole for a 4-under 68 and a share of the lead with Masters winner Charl Schwartzel in the Nedbank Golf Challenge. Robert Karlsson opened with a 69 at Gary Player Country Club, and top-ranked Luke Donald was another stroke back along with Martin Kaymer, Graeme McDowell, Jason Dufner, Simon Dyson and K.T. Kim. Hong Kong Open HONG KONG — U.S. Open champion Rory McIlroy shot a 6-under 64 in blustery conditions for share of the lead with Alvaro Quiros and David Horsey in the Hong Kong Open. Two-time champion Miguel Angel Jimenez opened with a 65 on the Hong Kong Golf Club’s Fanling Course. Defending champion Ian Poul-

ter had a 71, and John Daly shot a 74.

Pga Tour Qualifying Tournament LA QUINTA, Calif. — Will Claxton shot a 2-under 70 in windy conditions to take a onestroke lead over Matt Jones and Harris English after the second round of the PGA Tour Qualifying Tournament. The top 25 in the six-round event at PGA West will earn 2012 PGA Tour cards. Claxton had a 10-under total. Claxton and Jones played the TPC Stadium Course, while English was at the Nicklaus Tournament Course. David Duval was tied for 81st at even par after a 72 on the Nicklaus course. Lpga Final Qualifying Tournament DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Christine Song shot a 2-under 70 in windy conditions on LPGA International’s Legends Course to take a two-stroke lead over Stephanie Kono after the second round of the LPGA Final Qualifying Tournament. Song had an 8-under 136 total in the 90-hole event. She opened with a 66 on Wednesday on the Champions Course. Kono, an amateur, had a 71 on the Legends Course. The top 40 and ties will receive 2012 LPGA Tour membership. New Zealand Open CHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand — New Zealand’s Jim Cusdin and Australia’s Brad Kennedy shot 4-under 68s to share the first-round lead in the New Zealand Open.

have in this organization is a gift to anyone, and I think I’m a receiver of this gift. “I think we’re going to do this, man,” he said, smiling and turning to shake hands with general manager Ben Cherington. “And I really and truly appreciate this opportunity.” The 61-year-old former Mets and Rangers manager agreed to a two-year deal with club options for 2014 and 2015. The news conference was attended by owner John Henry and his wife, by Red Sox CEO Larry Lucchino, by an entourage of friends from Stamford, Conn., by dozens of team employees and by about 100 members of the media, many of them from New York outlets that covered Valentine in his days with the Mets. “There is a buzz,” Lucchino said, acknowledging that Valentine’s personality and his historyinNewYorkcouldenhance an already intense AL East rivalry with the Yankees. “I think it does add a little bit of kerosene to the fire.” The event was catered — wraps were served, naturally, for the man who claims to have invented them. The director of public safety in Stamford, where he runs a restaurant and an athletic training facility, Valentineisalsoacookingandballroom dancing aficionado, the son-in-law of former major leaguer Ralph Branca and,

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say about the investigation.” Outside the Carrier Dome, more than a dozen students had put up tents in a temporary encampment called “Boeheimburg” already waiting by the doors for tonight’s game against No. 10 Florida. Huddling against the cold, one group of students said they had been waiting outside since Tuesday and enthusiastically supported Boeheim. Max Kaplan, a freshman from Randolph, N.J., called Boeheim “the face of Syracuse basketball.” Earlier Thursday, Syracuse Chancellor Nancy Cantor said the school decided to fire Fine upon hearing an audiotape recorded by Bobby Davis, one of Fine’s three accusers. ESPN broadcast the 2002 audiotape, recorded by Davis, of a conversation between Davis and a woman ESPN identified as Fine’s wife, Laurie, in which she says she knew “everything that went on.” Cantor’s comments were in a published response to a USA Today editorial Thursday that calls on Syracuse to release a “full accounting” of what it did and why Fine was kept on the job. Fine, who was denied the allegations, was fired Sunday. Federal authorities are not constrained by a statute of limitations should they turn up evidence Fine molested his latest accuser, 23-year-old Zach To-

most recently, an analyst on ESPN. Valentine, who also guided the Chiba Lotte Marines to a 2005 championship, greeted one reporter in Japanese. “Bobby’s a big personality,” Henry said. “I think that’s a plus.” Valentine brings to Boston a reputation as a polarizing figure who wasn’t afraid to criticize his players publicly — something former Red Sox manager Terry Francona never did — and who bickered with his boss at the Mets. But he takes over a team with a bit of a reputation problem of its own: After going 7-20 in September and missing the playoffs by one game, the Red Sox have been hounded by reports that players drank beer and ate fried chicken in the clubhouse during games instead of sitting in the dugout to support their teammates. “I didn’t see it first hand,” Valentine cautioned, before saying about the team what he could have said in his own defense: “Reputation is something other people think about you. Right now maybe this group of guys has a reputation that is not warranted. ... I can tell you I look forward to working with this group and establishing a culture of excellence.” Vowing to get to know the players personally first, Valentine said there was no single way to restore discipline to a clubhouse. “I don’t have a Ten Commandments of Baseball that I’m going to recite to them,” he said. maselli of Lewiston, Maine. He said he told police that Fine molested him in 2002 in a Pittsburgh hotel room after a game. He said Fine touched him “multiple” times in that one incident. Under federal law in 2002, prosecutions for the sexual or physical abuse or kidnapping of a child under 18 could continue until the victim turned 25. Subsequent amendments changed that to the life of the child or 10 years after the offense, whichever is longer. Tomaselli, who faces sexual abuse charges in Maine, filed a claim of sex abuse against his father, Fred Tomaselli, in June in New York. Lt. Glenn Miner, a spokesman for the New York State Police, confirmed the investigation was completed in September and no charges were brought against Fred Tomaselli. Fred Tomaselli has said he thinks his son is lying about being abused by Fine. As the investigation continues, advocates for sex abuse victims have said Hall of Fame coach Jim Boeheim should resign or be fired for adamantly defending Fine and verbally disparaging the accusers. University trustees have been instructed to refer all questions back to the university but some contacted by The Associated Press offered support for Boeheim and said there was no indication his job was in danger. Associated Press Writers Ben Dobbin, and Michael Virtanen and Mary Esch in Albany contributed to this report.

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LEXINGTON, Ky. — Freshman Anthony Davis scored 15 points, grabbed 15 rebounds and had eight of a school-record 18 blocks in No. 1 Kentucky’s 81-59 victory over St. John’s on Thursday night. Terrence Jones added 26 points and nine rebounds for the Wildcats (7-0), who head into a highly anticipated showdown with No. 5 North Carolina on Saturday on a high note after a stalwart defensive performance. Davis blocked four shots before the first timeout, and Kentucky set the team record with Eloy Vargas’ swat with 2:42 to go. Davis finished one block short of tying the individual mark of nine set by Sam Bowie in 1981 and matched by Andre Riddick in 1993. God’sgift Achiuwa scored 18 points and Moe Harkless added 16 for the Red Storm (4-4) in St. John’s first appearance in Rupp Arena since the 1985 Final Four when it lost to then-No. 1 Georgetown. This game was much different than the last time the Wildcats took over the No. 1 spot in coach John Calipari’s first year when they lost at South Carolina on Jan. 26, 2010. Davis blocked his sixth shot early in the second half then finished an alley-oop on the other end from Marquis Teague that gave Kentucky a 42-27 lead with 16:26 left. He got his seventh a little over a minute later and his eighth with just over 12 minutes to go. Kentucky kept extending its lead by holding St. John’s to 32 percent shooting, and the fans got a few final thrills when

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Doron Lamb threw an 18-foot alley-oop that Darius Miller slammed with one hand that made it 74-49 with 3:49 left. Vargas tied, then broke the school record for blocks in a 48-second span to surpass the mark set against Morehead State on Nov. 20, 1997. Lamb finished with 16 points. St. John’s was without coach Steve Lavin, who is recovering from prostate cancer surgery and has missed the Red Storm’s last three games. Assistant coach Mike Dunlap, who won two NCAA titles with Division II Metro State, paced up and down in the white tennis shoes Lavin and his staff wear. His team played well early, relying on Achiuwa and Harkless on both ends and each had 10 rebounds. Texas Tech 61, Texas A&M-Corpus Christi 54 CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Jaye Crockett scored 12 points to lead a balanced Texas Tech squad in a win against Texas A&M-Corpus Christi. Crockett was the only one in double figures, but the Red Raiders (4-3) had five players score at least eight points. Javarez Willis and Toddrick Gotcher had nine points each, Jordan Tolbert and Ty Nurse eight apiece. Women’s Roundup Duke 64, Purdue 53 DURHAM, N.C. — Haley Peters scored 14 points to help No. 7 Duke beat No. 13 Purdue. Chloe Wells added 13 points and Chelsea Gray had 11 for the Blue Devils (5-1), who finished with a 50-32 rebound margin. Duke won for the 50th time in

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51 home games, extending its school-record winning streak at Cameron Indoor Stadium to 27 games. Courtney Moses scored 17 points to lead Purdue (6-1), which fell to 0-5 all time in the ACC/Big Ten Challenge. Brittany Rayburn added 16 points for the Boilermakers. Miami 76, Michigan State 60 EAST LANSING, Mich. — Morgan Stroman scored 20 points in a near-perfect shooting night to lead No. 9 Miami past Michigan State in the Big Ten/ ACC Challenge. Stroman had 13 points at the

break, hitting all four of her shots from the field and all five at the line for the much quicker Hurricanes (6-1). She finished 7 for 7 and 6 for 7, respectively. Shenise Johnson added 13 points and Stefanie Yderstrom had 11 in Miami’s second-closest game this season. Delaware 81, Princeton 70 PRINCETON, N.J. — Elena Delle Donne scored 32 points to help No. 24 Delaware beat Princeton. This was the Blue Hens’ (5-0) first-ever game as a ranked team as they entered the poll Monday.

ulated they wanted to play together, but Anthony denied trying to recruit his Olympic teammate. “As far as me recruiting Chris Paul, no, not at all,” he said at the Knicks’ training facility. “We’re very close friends. I’m pretty sure you guys saw him in New York a lot due to the player meetings and stuff like that, but we’ve never had any conversation about him coming to New York. That’s something that I would leave up to him, him and his family. I’m staying away from that.” The Anthony trade saga lasted from the summer of 2010 until Denver finally dealt him to the Knicks in February, and he said he doesn’t think the NBA needs a repeat of it now. Yet, he also realizes that “regardless of what I’m saying right here today, that will be the biggest topic, the biggest discussion, at the beginning of the season, the beginning of training camp.” Paul will do his best to ignore it. “I don’t think about it, to tell you the truth,” he said. “I’m just ready to get out here and compete and hoop. This is what I do.” In the meantime, the status of the current free agents must be solved. Chandler is one of the biggest, and though he provided the Mavericks the interior defense they needed to finally win a title, they may not spend the money necessary to bring him back. “You can’t see my fingers or toes, but they are crossed hoping that Tyson’s coming back,” guard Jason Terry said. “He was a big part of what we accomplished here. We’ve laid a foundation. To take a step backward would be terrible. I’m not saying that we wouldn’t have a chance to win this year if Tyson doesn’t come back, but it definitely puts things up against us.” Chris Bosh, looking more muscular, arrived at Miami’s facility, where LeBron James and Dwyane Wade aren’t expected

Players authorize return of union NEW YORK — NBA players have authorized the return of the players’ association, with more than 300 submitting the necessary signatures to a third-party accounting group. The union must re-form before players and owners can continue negotiating a collective bargaining agreement. The hope is to complete the CBA next week so both sides can ratify it in time to open training camps Dec. 9. “This is good news and completes another step in the process of finalizing our agreement,” NBA spokesman Tim Frank said. When talks with the NBA broke down Nov. 14, the NBPA disclaimed interest in representing the players, paving the way for them to file an antitrust lawsuit against the league. But negotiations continued despite the litigation, and a tentative agreement was reached early last Saturday. The union needed at least 260 signatures from players to be received by the American Accounting Association by the end of the day Thursday and had easily surpassed that number by the close of business.

until next week. The Heat also were without Mike Miller, who has battled injuries since signing there last summer. He will miss about eight weeks while recovering from hernia surgery this week. There was no guarantee Miller would return anyway, given the considerable speculation the Heat would waive him via the amnesty clause that will be in the new CBA. “I know Mike. He’s a strong guy, he’s going to stay positive and he’s going to get back as soon as he can,” said Heat forward Udonis Haslem, who went to the University of Florida with Miller and considers him one of his very closest friends. “The key with Mike is, we’ve got to fight him not to get back too fast. He’s going to want to be out there. He’s going to want to play. He’s got to just pace himself and get healthy.”

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The Green Bay Packers, the NFL’s only publicly owned team, announced details Thursday about their first stock sale in 14 years and fifth in team history. The money will help pay for $130 million in renovations at historic Lambeau Field in Green Bay. Packers stock isn’t like regular stock. The value doesn’t go up, there are no dividends and it has virtually no resale value. There are currently 112,205 shareholders who own a total of 4.75 million shares. Another 250,000 shares will go on sale Tuesday, available by mail or at packers.com. In either case, the shares cost $250 plus a handling charge.

By RON BARTIZEK rbartizek@timesleader.com

HARRISBURG – The state Department of Revenue is taking steps to collect some of an estimated $350 million in annual sales taxes that currently go unpaid as a result of purchases made online. On Thursday the department issued a clarification of law regarding what purchases are subject to sales tax and advised online retailers and other out-of-state sellers to review it to determine if they should be

collecting the 6 percent Pennsylvania sales tax. Companies have until Feb. 1 to obtain a sales tax license or potentially face enforcement action. “There may be some (businesses) that aren’t as informed as they should be” of the definition of “nexus” as applied to sales tax collection, said Revenue Secretary Dan Meuser. “That’s why we felt it was important to issue, not a new policy, not a new law, but a clarification.” Previously, it had been gen-

erally accepted that a business with a physical presence in Pennsylvania was required to collect tax on sales made to state residents. Amazon.com, which has a distribution center near Hazleton, has tried to fight even that requirement, but recently agreed in California to begin collecting taxes next year if a hoped-for federal tax policy is not adopted. The Pennsylvania clarification would seem to touch nearly all online retailers, since it includes any out-of-state seller

who solicits orders through a link on a website with its home base in Pennsylvania. Meuser emphasized that although he expects the state to increase collections, the focus of the clarification is on fairness. “Our primary goal was to enforce a law that exists,” he said. Many local retailers, Meuser said, have told him they are “getting slaughtered on a daily basis” by e-commerce companies that use the absence of sales tax as a competitive ad-

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By TOM KRISHER and DEE-ANN DURBIN AP Auto Writers

DETROIT — People are finally replacing the cars and trucks they held on to during the economic slump, giving a big boost to U.S. auto sales in November. Chrysler, Ford, Nissan and Hyundai were among the companies reporting double-digit gains from last year, in what is normally a lackluster month because of colder weather and holiday distractions. This November, buyers were lured by good deals, improving confidence in the economy and the need to trade in older cars. An early blitz of holiday advertising helped convince some people that it was a good time to buy. Ken Czubay, Ford’s vice president VOLT SALES LAG for U.S. sales, says dealers General Motors’s Chevrolet saw the same rise in sales Volt will miss its sales that other merchants did target of 10,000 cars this on Black Friday and the year, the company said Saturday after Thanksgiv- Thursday. While dealers sold 1,139 of the plug-in ing. hybrids last month, the Industry sales rose 14 company is more than percent to 994,721, accord- 3,800 shy of its 2011 goal. ing to Autodata Corp. It GM aims to sell 45,000 was the fastest sales pace Volts in the United States since August 2009, when next year and export anthe government offered big other 15,000. rebates for drivers to trade in their gas-guzzling clunkers. U.S. sales would hit 13.6 million this year if they stayed at the same pace they did in November. That’s far better than the 12.6 million in the first 10 months of this year. Toyota Motor Corp.’s sales rose 7 percent for the month, the first time the company has seen a year-overyear increase since April. But Honda Motor Co. continued to struggle, partly because of flooding in Thailand that forced the company to slow down U.S. production. Honda sales fell 10 percent for the month. Chrysler’s sales rose 45 percent from a year earlier. They were led by the Jeep Compass small SUV, which had a nearly 10-fold increase in sales.At General Motors Co., sales of the Chevrolet Cruze compact rose 64 percent, while the Silverado pickup, GM’s top-selling vehicle, saw sales jump 34 percent. Ford’s sales rose13 percent, fueled by the new Explorer SUV, whose sales more than tripled over last November.

Rita’s Water Ice taken over

Falconhead Capital LLC says it has taken a controlling stake in Rita’s Water Ice Franchise Co. LLC, whose Italian ice treats are sold in 18 states. The private equity firm did not disclose Thursday how much it paid for the stake from an investment group led by Jim Rudolph. Rudolph kept a minority position in the company, which is based in suburban Philadelphia. Since its founding in 1984, Rita’s has grown to 550 franchises.

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A customer guides her shopping carts with televisions purchased at a Target store in Colma, Calif. In an unexpected twist, TVs are topping many Christmas lists this year.

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Jail for Rajaratnam

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ASHINGTON — The economy is picking up. If only job growth would follow. A spate of data Thursday showed U.S. factories grew last month at the fastest pace since June, construction spending increased for a third straight month, and both retail sales and auto sales rose in November. But the number of people applying for unemployment benefits is still too high to signal strong hiring. And manufacturers could face strains overseas in key export markets, especially if Europe’s debt crisis worsens and leads the continent into another recession. For now, factories are growing. The Institute for Supply Management, a trade group of purchasing managers, said Thursday that its manufacturing index rose to 52.7 in November, up from 50.8 in October. Any reading above 50 indicates expansion. An index that measures new orders rose to a seven-month high. Ian Shepherdson, an economist at High Frequen-

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vantage. “We will engage in some outreach” to remind companies they should review the clarification and determine if they should be collecting taxes, Meuser said. State law requires purchasers to pay a “use tax” on items that were not taxed at the time of sale, but in a release announcing the clarification, the department said, “It is more efficient and much less burdensome for the tax to be collected by vendors …”

A chilly November? Not for car sales

Sunoco is idling a refinery in suburban Philadelphia, and the company says about 490 layoffs are expected. Sunoco CEO Lynn Elsenhans said Thursday that deteriorating market conditions are forcing the move at the facility in Marcus Hook. Sunoco says about 100 employees will be placed elsewhere within the company.

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Name

RUSSELL 2000 730.75

YTD NAV Chg %Rtn

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Name

cy Economics, said the increase in new orders suggested that factory output will expand at an even faster pace next month. “The economy seems finally to be developing real momentum; growth is accelerating,” he said in a note to clients. Separately, the Labor Department said the number of people who applied for unemployment benefits last week rose above 400,000 for the first time in four weeks. The increase comes after applications had drifted lower over the past two months. A third report showed that U.S. builders spent more in October on new homes, offices and shopping centers. Construction spending rose for a third straight month, the Commerce Department said. Despite the gains, overall construction spending remained depressed. Meanwhile, retailers from Macy’s to Costco on Thursday reported monthly revenue at stores open at least a year — an indicator of a merchant’s health — that beat Wall Street estimates. The overall tally for the 21 retailers that reported revenue for November rose 3.2 percent, according to the International Council of Shopping Centers.

-6.67

6-MO T-BILLS .05%

YTD NAV Chg %Rtn

52-WEEK HIGH LOW

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10-YR T-NOTE 2.09%

...

+.02

CRUDE OIL $100.20

NATURAL GAS $3.65

-.16

Stocks of Local Interest

NAME

TKR

AirProd AmWtrWks Amerigas AquaAm ArchDan AutoZone BkofAm BkNYMel BonTon CVS Care Cigna CocaCola Comcast CmtyBkSy CmtyHlt CoreMark EmersonEl Entercom FairchldS FrontierCm Genpact HarteHnk Heinz Hershey Kraft

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

DIV

LAST

CHG

YTD %CHG

2.32 .92 2.96 .66 .70 ... .04 .52 .20 .50 .04 1.88 .45 1.04 ... .68 1.60 ... ... .75 .18 .32 1.92 1.38 1.16

82.64 31.40 43.87 21.93 30.22 335.30 5.53 19.10 3.15 38.48 43.59 66.83 22.57 25.99 19.83 38.11 51.84 5.48 13.20 5.64 15.30 9.15 52.55 57.79 36.50

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52-WEEK HIGH LOW

NAME

TKR

27.45 91.05 95.54 24.98 10.28 65.19 30.27 17.34 71.89 76.40 67.72 67.52 1.47 17.11 60.00 44.65 62.00 33.53 38.95 59.40 42.20 34.25

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

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

18.07 66.40 72.14 17.05 4.59 42.70 24.10 6.50 58.50 55.85 57.56 42.45 .85 10.91 39.50 23.60 42.55 24.07 31.60 48.31 36.52 22.58

+.10

DIV

LAST

CHG

YTD %CHG

.56 2.80 2.80 .80 ... 1.40 1.40 .60 2.06 3.08 2.10 1.45 ... .40 4.63 .60 .76 1.04 2.00 1.46 1.20 .48

23.87 72.91 95.50 21.01 7.94 53.47 29.78 9.41 64.09 75.69 64.08 49.96 1.20 12.72 40.70 41.33 62.56 29.76 37.77 58.61 39.68 25.64

-.14 -.07 -.02 -.29 -.01 -.74 -.24 +.08 +.09 -.55 -.49 -.68 -.02 -.16 -.55 +.11 +.86 -.20 +.04 -.29 -.24 -.22

-4.8 -16.2 +24.4 -13.0 +32.6 -11.9 +13.1 -35.2 -1.9 +29.3 -.4 -14.9 +35.9 +1.0 -7.1 +71.7 +40.9 -5.8 +5.6 +8.7 -1.6 -17.3

Combined Stocks Name

Last Chg %YTD

AFLAC 43.04 vjAMR .33 AT&T Inc 28.84 AbtLab 54.52 AMD 5.70 AlskAir 70.18 Alcoa 9.81 Allstate 26.56 Altria 28.68 AEP 39.62 AmExp 47.79 AmIntlGrp 23.00 Amgen 58.00 Anadarko 80.38 Apple Inc 387.93 AutoData 51.50 AveryD 26.90 Avnet 29.35 Avon 16.74 BP PLC 42.75 BakrHu 55.25 BallardPw 1.28 BarnesNob 14.59 Baxter 52.13 BerkH B 77.81 BigLots 39.73 BlockHR 16.06 Boeing 70.98 BrMySq 32.90 Brunswick 18.29 Buckeye 64.14 CBS B 25.42 CMS Eng 21.12 CSX s 21.73 CampSp 32.53

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Name

Last Chg %YTD

Carnival 33.04 Caterpillar 96.82 CenterPnt 19.80 CntryLink 36.93 Chevron 101.83 Cisco 18.58 Citigrp rs 26.99 Clorox 64.91 ColgPal 90.11 ConAgra 25.20 ConocPhil 71.76 ConEd 59.51 ConstellEn 40.02 Cooper Ind 54.99 Corning 13.47 Cummins 96.32 Deere 78.73 Diebold 30.01 Disney 35.99 DomRescs 51.35 Dover 54.76 DowChm 27.57 DuPont 47.29 DukeEngy 20.70 EMC Cp 23.17 EKodak 1.06 Eaton s 44.59 EdisonInt 39.13 EmersonEl 51.84 EnbrEPt s 31.99 Energen 50.72 EngyTEq 36.31 Entergy 70.53 EntPrPt 46.41 Exelon 44.05

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Name

Last Chg %YTD

ExxonMbl 79.79 Fastenal s 41.77 FedExCp 82.03 FirstEngy 44.69 FootLockr 23.88 FordM 10.59 Gannett 11.26 Gap 18.81 GenDynam 66.50 GenElec 15.91 GenMills 39.90 GileadSci 39.67 GlaxoSKln 44.30 Goodrich 122.70 Goodyear 13.92 Hallibrtn 36.41 HarleyD 37.14 HarrisCorp 35.71 HartfdFn 17.87 HawaiiEl 25.85 HeclaM 6.23 Heico s 58.32 Hess 59.49 HewlettP 28.22 HomeDp 39.34 HonwllIntl 54.17 Hormel s 29.93 Humana 89.03 INTL FCSt 24.68 ITT Cp s 19.81 ITW 45.12 IngerRd 33.43 IBM 189.45 IntFlav 53.80 IntPap 27.82

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Name

Last Chg %YTD

JPMorgCh 30.46 JacobsEng 41.27 JohnJn 64.45 JohnsnCtl 31.10 Kellogg 48.98 Keycorp 7.22 KimbClk 71.30 KindME 78.80 Kroger 23.37 Kulicke 9.06 LSI Corp 5.70 LillyEli 37.64 Limited 42.61 LincNat 20.21 LizClaib 8.11 LockhdM 78.98 Loews 38.33 LaPac 8.18 MDU Res 21.95 MarathnO s 27.72 MarIntA 30.58 Masco 9.43 McDrmInt 11.58 McGrwH 42.80 McKesson 81.70 Merck 35.68 MetLife 31.13 Microsoft 25.28 NCR Corp 17.37 NatFuGas 58.02 NatGrid 49.26 NY Times 7.44 NewellRub 15.22 NewmtM 68.81 NextEraEn 55.58

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-28.2 -10.0 +4.2 -18.6 -4.1 -18.4 +13.1 +12.2 +4.5 +25.8 -4.8 +7.4 +38.7 -27.3 +13.3 +13.0 -1.5 -13.5 +8.3 +23.3 -26.4 -25.5 -44.0 +17.6 +16.1 -1.0 -30.0 -9.4 +13.0 -11.6 +11.0 -24.1 -16.3 +12.0 +6.9

Name

Last Chg %YTD

NiSource 22.82 NikeB 95.25 NorflkSo 74.78 NoestUt 34.85 NorthropG 57.33 NustarEn 56.06 NvMAd 14.45 OcciPet 96.83 OfficeMax 4.56 Olin 19.12 ONEOK 83.17 PG&E Cp 38.52 PPG 86.55 PPL Corp 29.78 PennVaRs 24.41 Pfizer 20.03 PinWst 47.10 PitnyBw 18.45 Praxair 100.85 ProgrssEn 53.88 ProvEn g 9.83 PSEG 32.65 PulteGrp 6.08 Questar 19.34 RadioShk 11.61 RLauren 143.32 Raytheon 45.29 ReynAmer 41.70 RockwlAut 74.14 Rowan 33.32 RoyDShllB 71.24 RoyDShllA 69.33 Safeway 20.07 SaraLee 19.04 Schlmbrg 74.87

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Name

Last Chg %YTD

SiriusXM 1.88 SonyCp 17.99 SouthnCo 44.06 SwstAirl 8.33 SpectraEn 29.39 SprintNex 2.70 Sunoco 38.80 Sysco 28.73 TECO 18.69 Target 52.15 TenetHlth 4.68 Tenneco 28.27 Tesoro 24.24 TexInst 30.21 Textron 19.39 3M Co 80.30 TimeWarn 34.21 Timken 41.09 UnilevNV 33.54 UnionPac 102.93 UPS B 71.13 USSteel 27.25 UtdTech 76.58 VarianMed 63.06 VectorGp 17.97 ViacomB 43.12 WestarEn 27.59 Weyerh 16.75 Whrlpl 49.00 WmsCos 32.41 Windstrm 11.69 Wynn 118.96 XcelEngy 26.19 Xerox 8.19 YumBrnds 56.29

+.08 -.06 +.15 -.05 -.03 ... -.01 +.19 -.09 -.55 +.03 -.69 +.35 +.11 -.04 -.74 -.61 -.92 -.57 -.48 -.62 -.05 -.02 +.83 -.09 -1.64 -.03 -.04 -.06 +.13 -.07 -1.60 -.10 +.04 +.25

+15.3 -49.6 +15.2 -35.8 +17.6 -36.2 -3.7 -2.3 +5.0 -13.3 -30.0 -31.3 +30.7 -7.0 -18.0 -7.0 +6.3 -13.9 +6.8 +11.1 -2.0 -53.4 -2.7 -9.0 +8.9 +8.9 +9.7 -11.5 -44.8 +31.1 -16.1 +14.6 +11.2 -28.9 +14.8

CMYK PAGE 10B

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FRIDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2011

THE TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com

NATIONAL FORECAST

48° 30°

TODAY Mostly sunny

MONDAY Cloudy, shower late

50° 32°

45° 27°

TUESDAY Rain showers

55° 40°

SUNDAY A.M. sun, partly sunny

SATURDAY Sunny

WEDNESDAY Rain and snow

53° 45°

Syracuse 40/24

New York City 53/37 Reading 50/27

Yesterday Average Record High Record Low

Heating Degree Days*

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

47/30 43/29 71 in 2006 5 in 1936 26 26 1074 1193 1336

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

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

Sun and Moon

Sunrise 7:10a 7:11a Moonrise Today 12:16p Tomorrow 12:41p

Today Tomorrow

Brandywine Valley

Highs: 50-52. Lows: 32-34. Mostly sunny skies today. Clear skies tonight.

Atlantic City 55/33

Precipitation

The Finger Lakes

Highs: 36-45. Lows: 16-31. Mostly cloudy with a few rain and snow showers today. Clearing skies tonight.

Delmarva/Ocean City

Highs: 54-57. Lows: 33-40. Mostly sunny skies today. Clear skies tonight.

0.00” 0.00” 0.09” 56.88” 35.10” Sunset 4:35p 4:35p Moonset none 12:34a

Susquehanna Wilkes-Barre Towanda Lehigh Bethlehem Delaware Port Jervis First

Dec. 2

Stage 9.93 6.54

Full

2.86

Chg. Fld. Stg 1.79 22.0 1.34 21.0 0.54

16.0

6.24 -0.29

18.0

Last

New

Dec. 10 Dec. 17 Dec. 24

Weather Central, LP For more weather information go to:

www.timesleader.com National Weather Service

607-729-1597

56/36

65/42

64/56

53/36

72/63 77/66

81/69 39/32

City

Yesterday

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

34/28/.05 58/29/.00 52/37/.00 49/39/.00 43/30/.00 57/29/.00 48/25/.00 42/27/.00 67/39/.00 35/19/.20 43/26/.00 82/68/.00 73/39/.00 45/24/.00 52/42/.00 66/49/.00 76/55/.00 44/29/.00 32/28/.05

City

Yesterday

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

52/41/.00 61/34/.00 39/19/.00 46/30/.00 75/45/.00 43/34/.00 54/34/.00 73/57/.00 60/38/.00 54/45/.00

Today Tomorrow 37/36/sn 65/42/s 55/32/s 51/32/pc 39/31/rs 63/33/s 41/33/s 41/31/sh 64/56/c 33/19/pc 38/30/s 81/69/s 72/63/c 44/32/s 55/36/pc 66/48/s 77/66/pc 37/33/s 33/28/s

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

53/37

42/37

66/48

The Jersey Shore

Philadelphia 51/34

Temperatures

33/19

37/36

Wilkes-Barre 47/25

38/30

62/46

Highs: 43-51. Lows: 23-25. Partly cloudy skies today. Mostly clear skies tonight.

Poughkeepsie 51/24

33/28

41/33

40° 30°

Highs: 52-55. Lows: 33-36. Mostly sunny skies today. Clear skies tonight.

Pottsville 48/26

Harrisburg 50/27

40/17

The Poconos

Albany 47/22

Towanda 46/23

State College 46/25

43/32

TODAY’S SUMMARY

Binghamton 45/24

Scranton 44/24

THURSDAY Breezy, sun, a flurry

45° 35°

REGIONAL FORECAST Today’s high/ Tonight’s low

NATIONAL FORECAST: Rain and snow will fall along a frontal boundary over Texas and eastern New Mexico. A second area of snow and rain will extend from western Colorado through western New Mexico and eastern Arizona. From the eastern Great Lakes to northern New England there will be a few rain and snow showers as low pressure heads off to the east.

36/27/rs 59/42/s 50/37/s 42/33/s 49/38/pc 58/33/s 48/39/c 50/40/pc 69/36/t 22/11/sn 45/37/pc 83/69/s 76/66/c 51/39/pc 51/35/s 65/48/s 78/69/s 44/35/sh 34/20/sn

City

Yesterday

Myrtle Beach Nashville New Orleans Norfolk Oklahoma City Omaha Orlando Phoenix Pittsburgh Portland, Ore. St. Louis Salt Lake City San Antonio San Diego San Francisco Seattle Tampa Tucson Washington, DC

55/36/.00 52/25/.00 61/37/.00 53/43/.00 62/35/.00 39/31/.00 69/45/.00 62/52/.00 39/25/.00 47/29/.00 51/28/.00 43/33/.00 78/39/.00 65/55/.00 62/57/.00 40/28/.00 70/45/.00 66/50/.00 51/38/.00

WORLD CITIES

Today Tomorrow 46/39/sh 62/36/s 38/23/c 49/40/sh 79/57/s 46/43/sh 48/39/sh 74/63/s 61/42/s 44/39/s

47/40/sh 62/37/s 39/20/s 44/37/sh 82/58/s 48/40/pc 44/36/sh 76/65/s 61/43/s 51/42/sh

City

Yesterday

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

73/37/.00 30/23/.00 28/27/.00 57/45/.00 95/75/.00 63/37/.00 66/43/.00 84/75/.00 52/43/.00 37/32/.00

Today Tomorrow 61/39/s 58/34/s 66/55/s 57/38/s 48/42/sh 38/30/pc 73/55/s 59/44/c 42/28/pc 46/31/s 47/36/pc 37/23/pc 72/62/c 63/47/pc 61/45/s 43/32/s 75/57/s 56/38/sh 56/36/s

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It certainly feels like December today. A weak cold front will move across the region today, producing some clouds but not much in the way of rain or snow. Afternoon temperatures will top out in the middle and upper 40s . Another high pressure air mass moves in tonight, bringing us clear skies tonight and tomorrow. Sunday will feature morning sunshine; however, clouds develop during the afternoon as another cold front approaches from the west. Have a great weekend! - Kurt Aaron

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LEGAL NOTICE The Luzerne County Commissioners Work Session scheduled for Wednesday, December 7, 2011 has been changed to Tuesday, December 6, 2011. The Work Session will be held at 1pm in the Commissioners Meeting Room in the Luzerne County Courthouse, 200 N. River St., Wilkes Barre, PA. Maryanne Petrilla Chairman

Holidays call for deadlines You may email your notices to mpeznowski@ timesleader.com or fax to 570-831-7312 or mail to The Times Leader 15 N. Main Street Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711 For additional information or questions regarding legal notices you may call Marti Peznowski at 570-970-7371 or 570-829-7130 LEGAL NOTICE The Exeter Township, Luzerne County, 2012 Budget is available for inspection on the Bulletin Board in the Township Building or by appointment - call 388-6090. The total budget is $677,575.00. The total Real Estate millage is .969 mills with no increase. The Budget will be passed at a Special Meeting on December 28, 2011 at 6:00 P.m. in the Municipal Building. Mary Frances Martin, Secretary Exeter Township Board of Supervisors 2305 State Route 92 Harding, PA 18643

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of School Directors of the Lake-Lehman School District has scheduled a special meeting for the purpose of reorganization on Monday, December 5, 2011 at 7:00 PM in the Library of the Junior-Senior High School. The combined Committeeof-the-Whole and regular monthly meeting for voting purposes has been rescheduled to Tuesday, December 13, 2011 at 7:00 PM in the Library of the Junior-Senior High School.

Dallas Borough Council at the regularly scheduled meeting to be held Wednesday, December 21, 2011 at 7:30 PM in Council Chambers, 25 Main Street, Dallas, PA 18612, will consider for adoption the following Ordinance:

If you are a person with a disability and wish to attend this meeting and request an auxiliary aid, service or other accommodation to participate in the proceeding, please contact the Board Secretary at 570255-2705 to discuss how the District may best accommodate your needs. LEGAL NOTICE The Board of Supervisors of Dallas Township will receive bids until Tuesday, December 20, 2011 at 4:00 P.M. for the purchase of a “2006” or newer articulated AWD Grader, per specifications on file in the Township Office, located at 2919 SR 309 Highway, P.O. Box 518, Dallas PA 18612. Bids will be opened at the Board of supervisors Meeting on Tuesday, December 20, 2011 at approximately 7:30 P.M. The Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Nancy Y. Balutis Assistant Secretary Treasurer ESTATE NOTICE Letters Testamentary were granted on October 28, 2011 in the Estate of Amelia Lena Singer a/k/a Lena Singer deceased, date of death October 15, 2011, late of Hughestown Borough, Luzerne County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to MARK ALAN SINGER, Executor. All persons indebted to said Estate are required to make payment and those having claims and demands are to present the same to the Executor/Attorney. Mark Alan Singer, Esquire 112 Maple Lane Hughestown, PA 18640

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Dallas Borough Ordinance #10-2011 entitled “Tax Levy Ordinance” fixing the Dallas Borough tax rates for 2012. A copy of the proposed Ordinance is available for inspection by the public at the Dallas Borough Municipal Building during regular office hours Monday through Friday 9am to 4PM Tracey Michael Carr Dallas Borough Manager

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A Special Session of City Council has been scheduled for Tuesday, December 6, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. in City Council Chambers, 4th Floor, City Hall, 40 East Market Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA for the second consideration of the General Obligation Note, Series C of 2011. If special accommodations are required for persons with disabilities, please notify Jack McCutcheon at (570) 208-4112. Jim Ryan, City Clerk

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Letters Testamentary have been issued to Anthony J. Weiss, Jr. of 86 Mercedes Drive, Wilkes-Barre, PA, 18702 Executor of the Estate of Doris Marie Weiss, Deceased, who died on October 12, 2011, late of WilkesBarre, Luzerne County, PA. All creditors are requested to present their claims and all persons indebted to the decedent will make payment to the aforementioned executor.

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE TO DEFENDANT DE ZHENG T/D/B/A HAPPY FAMILY RESTAURANT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO DE ZHENG T/B/D/A HAPPY FAMILY RESTAURANT that on September 6, 2011, Plaintiff WP Edwardsville Associates, LLC commenced an action for breach of contract against you in the Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas at No. 2011-11425, which you are required to defend. The publication of this Notice shall constitute effective service of process of the Complaint. If you wish to defend, you must take action within twenty (20) days after service by entering your written appearance personally or by an attorney and filing in writing with the Court your defenses or objections to the claims set forth in the Complaint. You are warned that if you fail to do so the case may proceed without you and a judgment may be entered against you without further notice for the relief requested by the Plaintiff. You may lose money or property or other rights important to you.

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LEGAL NOTICE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Notice is hereby given that sealed bids for Structural Renovations to the Dallas Elementary School, 2000 Conyngham Avenue, Dallas, PA 18612-0720 will be received at the Administrative Offices of the Dallas School District, P. O. Box 2000, 2000 Conyngham Avenue, Dallas, PA until 2:00 P.M., prevailing time, on Thursday December 8th, 2011. Bids must be submitted to the attention of Grant Palfey, Business Manager. Bids shall be submitted in sealed envelopes bearing the name of the Bidder and shall be clearly marked “Renovations to Dallas Elementary School”. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud immediately after the scheduled closing time for receipt of Bids. Bids received after the above-referenced date and time shall be returned to the Bidder unopened. Separate, sealed Bids will be received for the following Prime Contracts: 2497-1

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On or after Monday, November 21, 2011, Bidders may obtain bidding documents by submitting a written request for the same, together with a check in the non-refundable amount of twenty five ($25) dollars, payable to: Crabtree, Rohrbaugh & Associates, 401 E. Winding Hill Road, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055. Bidding documents are available for examination at the following locations: Crabtree, Rohrbaugh & Associates, 401 E. Winding Hill Road, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 Pittsburgh Builders Exchange, 1813 North Franklin Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15233 Midatlantic BX, 2501 N. Front St., Harrisburg, PA 17110-1189 Reading Builders Exchange, 222 N. Kenhorst Blvd, Reading PA 19607 Dodge Scan, 3315 Central Ave., Hot Springs, AR 71913 Altoona Builders Exchange, 1927 Union Street, Altoona, PA 16601 Reed Construction Data, 30 Technology Parkway South, Suite 500, Norcross, GA 30092 Associated Building Contractors of the Triple Citi, 15 Belden Street, Binghamton, NY 13903 The following information shall be furnished by bidders when obtaining bidding documents: a. b. c. d. e. f.

Bidder’s mailing address Name of Bidder’s Representative Bidder’s telephone number Bidder’s facsimile number Bidder’s email address Bidding documents requested by Contract and Contract number

Bidding document questions shall be directed to Crabtree, Rohrbaugh & Associates, Attention: Bidding Department, phone number (717) 458-0272; FAX (717) 458-0047; email: bidding@cra-architects.com. All questions pertaining to the Contract Documents, technical sections, legal documents, and bid submission shall be directed in writing to: Richard C. LeBlanc, Project Manager, phone number (717) 458-0272, FAX: (717) 458-0047; email: rleblanc@cra-architects.com. Each bid shall be accompanied by bid security in an amount equal to ten percent (10%) of the Base Bid amount and all alternate bid amounts in the form of a Bid Bond as described in the Supplementary Instructions to Bidders. A Performance Bond and a Payment Bond in the forms provided in the Project Manual, each in an amount equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the amount of the Contract, and each with satisfactory corporate surety, must be furnished by the successful Bidders prior to execution of the Contracts. Bids may not be modified, withdrawn or cancelled by the Bidder for sixty (60) calendar days following the actual date of opening thereof, except as provided by the Commonwealth Procurement Code. However, if award of Contract is delayed by the required approval of another government agency, the sale of bonds or the award of a grant or grants, Bids may not be withdrawn by the Bidder for a period not to exceed 120 days from the date of bid opening in accordance with Pennsylvania law. Dallas School District reserves the right in its discretion to reject any or all Bids and to waive irregularities in any Bid. Further, Dallas School District reserves the right to award any combination of Alternates or no Alternates, which, in its sole discretion, serves the best interests of the School District. A Pre-Bid Conference will be held on Wednesday November 30, 2011 at 3:00 p.m., prevailing time, at the Dallas Elementary School, 2000 Conyngham Avenue, Dallas, PA. This project is NOT subject to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Labor and Industry’s Prevailing Wage Determination. Corporations seeking to bid which are organized under the laws of a State other than Pennsylvania must secure the appropriate certificate, authorizing them to conduct business within the Commonwealth. DALLAS SCHOOL DISTRICT By Grant Palfey, Business Manager 2000 Conyngham Avenue Dallas, PA 18612-0270

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NOTICE TO THE TAXPAYERS AND RESIDENTS OF THE CITY OF WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the City of WilkesBarre, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania (the “City”), proposes to enact at a meeting that is to be held not more than thirty (30) days nor less than three (3) days from the date of advertisement of this Notice, an ordinance (the "Ordinance") authorizing, among other things, the incurrence of nonelectoral indebtedness of the City to be evidenced by a certain note of the City (the “Note”). The caption and summary of the Ordinance to be considered by the City at such meeting is as follows: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, SETTING FORTH ITS INTENT TO ISSUE A GENERAL OBLIGATION NOTE, SERIES C OF 2011, OF THE CITY IN THE MAXIMUM PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF THREE MILLION NINE HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS ($3,900,000) PURSUANT TO THE ACT OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, 53 PA.C.S. CHAPTERS 80-82, AS AMENDED, REENACTED AND SUPPLEMENTED, KNOWN AS THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT UNIT DEBT ACT (THE "ACT"); FINDING THAT A PRIVATE SALE BY NEGOTIATION IS IN THE BEST FINANCIAL INTERESTS OF THE CITY; DETERMINING THAT SUCH 2011 NOTE SHALL EVIDENCE NONELECTORAL DEBT OF THE CITY; SPECIFYING THAT SUCH INDEBTEDNESS IS TO BE INCURRED TO PROVIDE FUNDS TO FINANCE, REFINANCE AND/OR REIMBURSE A PROJECT OF THE CITY WHICH CONSISTS OF, AMONG OTHER THINGS, ALL OR ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: (1) DESIGN, ACQUISITION, CONSTRUCTION, REHABILITATION, IMPROVEMENT, INSTALLATION, FURNISHING AND EQUIPPING OF RECREATIONAL FACILITIES OF THE CITY LOCATED AT THE COAL STREET PARK COMPLEX IN THE CITY, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE REHABILITATION AND IMPROVEMENT OF EXISTING COAL STREET PARK FACILITIES AND THE DESIGN, ACQUISITION, CONSTRUCTION, REHABILITATION, IMPROVEMENT, INSTALLATION, FURNISHING AND EQUIPPING OF NEW FACILITIES AT THE COAL STREET PARK COMPLEX; (2) DESIGN, ACQUISITION, CONSTRUCTION, RENOVATION, REHABILITATION, IMPROVEMENT, AND INSTALLATION, FURNISHING AND EQUIPPING OF SITE, ROADWAY, INFRASTRUCTURE AND PARKING IMPROVEMENTS ON COAL STREET AND AT THE COAL STREET PARK COMPLEX AND OTHER LOCATIONS AND OTHER IMPROVEMENTS AND/OR ADDITIONS TO THE CITY'S FACILITIES AND PROPERTIES; (3) DESIGN, ACQUISITION, CONSTRUCTION, INSTALLATION, FURNISHING AND EQUIPPING OF AN INTERMODAL TRANSPORTATION FACILITY OF THE CITY; (4) DESIGN, ACQUISITION, CONSTRUCTION, RENOVATION, IMPROVEMENT, AND INSTALLATION, FURNISHING AND EQUIPPING OF IMPROVEMENTS AND/OR ADDITIONS TO THE CITY'S ROADS, FACILITIES AND PROPERTIES; (5) DESIGN, ACQUISITION, CONSTRUCTION, INSTALLATION, FURNISHING AND EQUIPPING OF INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS WITHIN THE CITY; (6) DESIGN, ACQUISITION, CONSTRUCTION, REHABILITATION, IMPROVEMENT, INSTALLATION, FURNISHING AND EQUIPPING OF INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS WITHIN THE CITY RELATING TO VARIOUS STORM EVENTS; (7) PURCHASE OF CAPITAL EQUIPMENT FOR USE BY THE CITY; (8) DESIGN, ACQUISITION, CONSTRUCTION, RENOVATION, IMPROVEMENT, AND INSTALLATION, FURNISHING AND EQUIPPING OF OTHER CAPITAL PROJECTS OF THE CITY AS APPROVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY; AND (9) FUNDING THE COSTS AND EXPENSES OF ISSUANCE OF THE 2011 NOTE; SETTING FORTH THE REASONABLE ESTIMATED USEFUL LIVES OF THE CAPITAL PROJECTS TO BE FINANCED, REFINANCED AND/OR REIMBURSED BY THE 2011 NOTE; ACCEPTING A PROPOSAL FOR THE PURCHASE OF SUCH 2011 NOTE AT PRIVATE SALE BY NEGOTIATION; PROVIDING THAT SUCH 2011 NOTE, WHEN ISSUED, SHALL CONSTITUTE A GENERAL OBLIGATION OF THE CITY; FIXING THE DENOMINATION, DATED DATE, INTEREST PAYMENT DATES, INTEREST RATES, REDEMPTION PROVISIONS AND PLACE OF PAYMENT OF THE PRINCIPAL OF AND INTEREST ON SUCH 2011 NOTE; AUTHORIZING SPECIFIED OFFICERS OF THE CITY TO CONTRACT WITH THE PAYING AGENT FOR ITS SERVICES IN CONNECTION WITH THE 2011 NOTE; SETTING FORTH THE SUBSTANTIAL FORM OF THE 2011 NOTE EVIDENCING THE DEBT; AUTHORIZING EXECUTION AND ATTESTATION OF SUCH 2011 NOTE; PROVIDING COVENANTS RELATED TO DEBT SERVICE APPLICABLE TO SUCH 2011 NOTE TO THE EXTENT REQUIRED BY THE ACT AND PLEDGING THE FULL FAITH, CREDIT AND TAXING POWER OF THE CITY IN SUPPORT THEREOF; CREATING A SINKING FUND IN CONNECTION WITH SUCH 2011 NOTE, TO THE EXTENT REQUIRED BY THE ACT; DESIGNATING THE PAYING AGENT TO BE THE SINKING FUND DEPOSITARY; PROVIDING A COVENANT TO INSURE PROMPT AND FULL PAYMENT FOR SUCH 2011 NOTE WHEN DUE; SETTING FORTH REGISTRATION AND TRANSFER PROVISIONS WITH RESPECT TO SUCH 2011 NOTE; AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF ONE OR MORE INVESTMENT AGREEMENTS BY SPECIFIED OFFICERS OF THE CITY (IF APPLICABLE) AND THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN U.S. TREASURY OBLIGATIONS OR ANY OTHER SECURITIES OR INVESTMENTS IN CONNECTION WITH THE PROJECT; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING SPECIFIED OFFICERS OF THE CITY TO DO, TO TAKE AND TO PERFORM CERTAIN SPECIFIED, REQUIRED, NECESSARY OR APPROPRIATE ACTS TO EFFECT THE ISSUANCE OF THE 2011 NOTE, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE PREPARATION OF A DEBT STATEMENT AND BORROWING BASE CERTIFICATE, AND THE FILING OF SPECIFIED DOCUMENTS WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, ALL AS REQUIRED BY THE ACT; DECLARING THAT THE DEBT TO BE EVIDENCED BY SUCH 2011 NOTE, TOGETHER WITH ALL OTHER INDEBTEDNESS OF THE CITY, WILL NOT BE IN EXCESS OF ANY APPLICABLE LIMITATION IMPOSED BY THE ACT; AUTHORIZING PROPER OFFICERS OF THE CITY TO DELIVER THE 2011 NOTE UPON THE APPROVAL OF THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT; PROVIDING WHEN THIS ORDINANCE SHALL BECOME EFFECTIVE; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY OF PROVISIONS; AND REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES INSOFAR AS THE SAME SHALL BE INCONSISTENT HEREWITH. A copy of the full proposed text of the Ordinance described above, which includes a copy of the substantial form of the Note evidencing the nonelectoral indebtedness to be incurred by the City, may be examined by any citizen at the office of the City Clerk of the City located at Wilkes-Barre City Hall, 40 East Market Street, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania 18701, on any regular business day between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., prevailing time. The Ordinance currently on file will be completed by insertion of certain information and will be amended prior to enactment by the City to reflect the details of the proposal for the purchase of such indebtedness (the "Purchase Proposal") presented to the City at such meeting by the Purchaser (the "Purchaser"). The Ordinance may be amended in any other respect upon final enactment by the City as the City may deem necessary or appropriate or as may be required by the Purchase Proposal of the Purchaser presented at such meeting. THE ORDINANCE CURRENTLY ON FILE, AMONG OTHER THINGS, ESTIMATES THAT THE MAXIMUM AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF THE NONELECTORAL INDEBTEDNESS TO BE INCURRED BY THE CITY TO BE $3,900,000; HOWEVER, SUCH AMOUNT MAY BE INCREASED OR DECREASED PRIOR TO FINAL ENACTMENT. If the Ordinance is enacted, a notice of enactment, including a summary of any omitted details (including the amount of indebtedness to be incurred and the principal amount of the Note to be issued, the purchase price for the Note, the interest rates to be borne by the Note, the maturity date and redemption provisions of the Note, and a summary of any other amendments made on final enactment) will be advertised after enactment and posted in accordance with the provisions of the Local Government Unit Debt Act. This Notice is published in compliance with the Local Government Unit Debt Act of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. City Clerk, City of Wilkes-Barre, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania

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Dodge Caliber 50K .........$11,900 Chevy Aveo 38K .................... $8,900 Saturn Ion.................................$5,995 Ford Focus...............................$5,995 Hyundai Elantra ................$5,950 Saturn Wagon ......................$4,995 Chrysler PT Cruiser ......$4,950 Chevy Cavalier ...................$4,450 Plymouth Breeze ..............$3,450

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07 Ford Escape ...........................$8,750 05 Hyundai Santa Fe..............$7,995 01 Ford Ranger Edge 87K, Ext Cab$7,895 03 Subaru Baja............................$6,750 03 Chevy Tracker .....................$5,850 00 Olds Bravada 82K ................$4,995 01 Chevy Blazer .........................$3,995

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2009 SUBARU FORESTER LIMITED AWD ....................... $19,900 2008 BUICK LACROSSE ............................ $14,900 2010 CHEVY SILVERADO REG CAB 1500 4X4 .............. $22,900 2005 BUICK TERRAZA CX ........................ $10,900 2002 CHEVY TAHOE AWD..............................$7,500 2003 GMC YUKON DENALI Must See Local Trade, 1 Owner ..... $11,995 2002 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER AWD

Premier Ed,Local Trade

$6,995

2010 TOYOTA TACOMA 4WD REG CAB PICKUP Local Trade, Low Miles $16,995

2011 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LIMITED

2011 GMC TERRAIN AWD

Stk# 1856

32,900

2011 BUICK LACROSSE

2011 DODGE CREW CAB 4X4

2010 JEEP PATRIOT AWD

2010 CHRYSLER SEBRING

Stk# 1817

15,900

2010 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE

2010 CHEVY MALIBU

2010 FORD EXPLORER AWD

2011 CHEVY SUBURBAN AWD

Stk# 1650

22,900

21,900

2011 BUICK REGAL

2011 CHEVY TRAVERSE AWD

22,900

2010 DODGE AVENGER

$20,900

AWD, Local Low Mileage Trade

2009 HYUNDAI SANTA FE ............................. $14,900 2006 DODGE RAM 1500 REG CAB SLT 4X4 ................ $14,900 2009 BUICK LUCERNE Local Trade, Low Miles ........... $18,995 2008 BUICK LUCERNE Local Trade, Low Miles ........... $14,995 1997 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE SSEI

15,900

2010 DODGE DAKOTA CREW CAB 4X4

22,900

14,900

2011 CHEVY MALIBU

Stk# 1802

15,900

2011 DODGE NITRO AWD

Stk# 1734

2010 CHEVY EXPRESS 2500 CARGO

18,900

2010 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS

Stk# 1597

2011 DODGE CHALLENGER

1 Owner, Local Trade

2010 CHRYSLER 300

2010 CHEVY TRAVERSE AWD

16,900

2011 BUICK LUCERNE CXL

21,900

2010 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN

2010 HONDA CIVIC

16,900

2010 JEEP COMMANDER AWD

12,995

2010 JEEP WRANGLER 4DR

22,900

21,900

2010 CHEVY SILVERADO 1500 4X4 EXT CAB

23,900

2010 MERCEDES 300C AWD

2010 FORD TAURUS LIMITED

23,900

18,900

2010 JEEP COMPASS AWD

Stk# 1833

Stk# 1818

29,900

2011 FORD ESCAPE AWD

15,900

2010 DODGE JOURNEY RT4 AWD

Stk# 1791

Stk# 1783

22,900

2010 KIA RIO

22,900

2010 CHEVY TAHOE AWD

Stk# 1684

11,900

2009 CADILLAC CTS

Stk# 1521

Stk# 1837

Stk# 1688

15,900

Stk# 1535

Stk# 1836

21,900

2010 TOYOTA COROLLA

2011 NISSAN ROGUE AWD

Stk# 1794

$3,995

2011 HYUNDAI TUCSON AWD

1 Owner, Only

Stk# 1694

Stk# 1537

16,900

2011 CHEVY IMPALA

Stk# 1796

...

Stk# 1851

9,950

Stk# 1850

Stk# 1731

23,900

Stk# 1542

18,900

24,500

Stk# 1797

16,900

2010 HYUNDAI ACCENT

Stk# 1852

Only 15K Miles

22,900

Stk# 1732

18,900

2011 MAZDA CX9 AWD

Stk# 1855

23,900

Stk# 1799

15,900

2010 MITSUBISHI ENDEAVOR AWD

Stk# 1611

2010 NISSAN ALTIMA

2011 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE AWD

Stk# 1848

2010 DODGE CHARGER

Stk# 1739

Stk# 1854

23,900

Stk# 1847

24,900

Stk# 1801

2011 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE AWD

Stk# 1859

14,900

Stk# 1846

Stk# 1649

34,900

32,900

2010 FORD EDGE AWD

Stk# 1740

14,900

2011 TOYOTA CAMRY

Stk# 1858

Stk# 1811

13,900

Stk# 1782

16,900

2011 GMC ACADIA AWD

Stk# 1845

24,900

2009 CHEVY EQUINOX LS

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Stk# 1857

22,900

Stk# 1838

23,900

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2009 PONTIAC G5

Stk# 1431

25,900

31,900

Stk# 1152

11,900

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APR

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

PLUS

M O S.

FORD REBATE..........................–– 2,000 FORD BONUS REBATE...............–– 500 FMCC REBATE..........................–– 1,000 OFF LEASE REBATE................–– 1,250 TRADE IN REBATE..................–– 1,000 XL WORK PKG DISCOUNT OFF MSRP....–– 500 COCCIA DISCOUNT OFF MSRP...–– 991

STX, 3.7L V6, Automatic, Air, Cloth Seat, ABS, 17” Aluminum Wheels, 40/20/40 Split Seat, Decor Pkg., Cruise Control, Pwr. Equipment Group

APR PLUS

M O S.

FORD REBATE...........................–– 2,000 FORD BONUS REBATE................–– 500 FMCC REBATE...........................–– 1,000 TRADE IN REBATE...................–– 1,000 OFF LEASE REBATE................–– 1,250 COCCIA DISCOUNT OFF MSRP.....–– 1,431

OVER 50 TRUCKS AVAILABLE! XLT, Auto., 5.0L V8,, 18” Chrome Wheels, Driver’s Pkg., 40/20/40 Split Seat, Convenience Pkg., SYNC, Keyless Entry w/Keypad, Fog Lamps, Pwr. Seat, Cruise, Pwr. Sliding Rear Window, Pwr. Equipment Group, ABS, CD, Trailer Tow Pkg., Sirius Satellite Radio, Chrome Pkg., Chrome Step Bar FORD REBATE..................................–– FMCC REBATE..................................–– TRADE IN REBATE..........................–– OFF LEASE REBATE.........................–– CHROME PKG DISCOUNT OFF MSRP...........–– COCCIA DISCOUNT OFF MSRP............––

2,000 1,000 1,000 1,250 1,500 2,246

6.2L V8, Air, CD, XL Decor Group, Snow Plow Pkg., Electronic Locking Axle, Speed Control, Sliding Rear Window, Stabilizer Pkg., Trailer Brake Controller, Pwr. Equipment Group, Tilt Wheel FORD BONUS REBATE.............–– 1,000 FMCC REBATE...........................–– 1,000 OFF LEASE REBATE.................–– 1,250 COCCIA DISCOUNT OFF MSRP........–– 851

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*Tax and tags extra. Security Deposit Waived. All factory rebates applied See salesperson for details. All payments subject to credit approval by the primary lending source, Tier 0 rate. Special APR financing cannot be combined with Ford cash rebate. “BUY FOR” prices are based on 72 month at $18.30 per month per $1000 financed with $2,500 down (cash or trade). Photos of vehicles are for illustration purposes only. Coccia Ford is not responsible for any typographical errors. No Security Deposit Necessary. See dealer for details. Sale ends DECEMBER 31, 2011.

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26,7 99

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Stk.#12157,3.7L I-5 A utom atic,P W ,P D L ,A /C , L ocking R ear D ifferential,X M R ad io,O nStar T urn-B y-T urn N avigation,B luetooth,A M /F M /C D

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25,499

S TA R TIN G AT

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Stk.#11136,V 8 AT ,A /C ,Stabilitrak,B ed liner,R ailProtector, W heelH ouse L iner,M old ed M ud F lap s,H D F loor M ats

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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 MSR P

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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 $199 per month plus tax, 12K miles per year $0 due at signing to qualified buyers; MALIBU - “S” Tier (800+) - lease for 39 mos. at $229 per month plus tax, 12K miles per year $0 due at signing to qualified buyers; EQUINOX FWD LS “S” Tier (800+) lease for 39 mos. at $324 per month plus tax, 12K miles per year, $0 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. VOLT - Lease for 39 mos. at $479 per month plus tax, 10K miles per year, $2,999 due at signing to qualified buyers. †Prior sales excluded. Artwork for illustration purposes only. Must take delivery by December 31, 2011. Not responsible for typographical errors.

P R E-OW NED SAV INGS

1.9%

A P R

A V A ILA BLE O N SELEC T C ER TIFIED PR E-O W N ED

2011 CHE V Y A V E O

06 G M C E N V O Y S L E

2008 S A TURN A URA

17,999* $ 14,999* $ 38,499* $

#Z2515......................................................

XR 4DR

07 CH E V Y IM P A L A

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

08 CH E V Y A V A L A N CH E L TZ

#11998A , O nly 34K M iles................................

10 CH E V Y H H R P A N E L TRU CK #Z2571

L OW M IL E S

SA L E P R ICE

S ta rtin g A t

14,888

#Z2439, L ow

#Z2432

L OW M IL E S

SA L E P R ICE

S ta rtin g A t

14,900

2011 CHE V Y HHR 2007-2010 CHE V Y COBA L TS LS

13,950*

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

19,999*

07 CH E V Y S IL V E RA DO 4W D RE G CA B $ #11552A , O nly 31K M iles................................

2010 CHE V Y M A L IBU L T

14,999*

#Z2563A , 10K M iles......................................

2007 CH E V Y IM P A L A

L S

13,999

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

L S •L S •CP E •S DN

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..........................

2009 P O N TIA C G 6 4DR

2010 G M C S A V A N A

#Z2566

L OW M IL E S

SA L E P R ICE

S ta rtin g A t

14,900*

CHE V Y TRA IL BL A ZE RS

L OW M IL E S

SA L E P R ICE

#Z2585, 8 P assenger.....................................

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#12136A

10,999*

2007 CHE V Y S IL V E RA DO

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#Z2520

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SA L E P R ICE

S ta rtin g A t

17,950

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3 1K

M IL E S

23,495*

08 CH E V RO L E T TA H O E Z71

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

07 CH E V Y CO BA L T 2DR L S

08 S A TU RN

36,999*

#11928A , Nav, DVD, Sunroof............................

#Z2480, L ow

19,900*

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

A U RA

12,999*

14,900*

#Z2432, O nly 32K M iles..................................

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#11552A

SA L E P R ICE

19,999

12,999*

07 CH E V Y M A L IBU L S

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

16,389* $ 25,999*

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

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08 S A TU RN O U TL O O K XE A W D $

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

#Z2518...................................................

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

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07 G M C S IE RRA

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#Z2517, 41K M iles........................................

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#Z2569A ..................................................

#11616A , Sunroof, Navigation.......................

#11832A .................................................

#12111A .................................................

#Z2531, LTD, 33K M iles...............................

#11992A , O nly 45K M iles.............................

#Z2536A ....................................................

06 GM C CA N YON S L RE G CA B 4X4

04 CH E V Y A V E O 5DR

15,950*

#Z2582 .....................................................

5,995* 07 FO RD RA N G E R XL T E XT CA B $ 15,987* $

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

#11992A , O nly 45K M iles.............................

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FORD ‘99 ESCORT STATION WAGON

A Title, One owner, 91k, new inspection. $3,495

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HYUNDAI ‘00 ACCENT 4 cylinder. 5 speed. Sharp economy car! $2,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

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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

AUDI `96 QUATTRO

A6 station wagon. 143k miles. 3rd row seating. $2,800 or best offer. Call 570-861-0202

BMW ‘04 325 XI White. Fully

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

BMW ‘98 740 IL

White with beige leather interior. New tires, sunroof, heated seats. 5 cd player 106,000 miles. Excellent condition. $5,500. OBO 570-451-3259 570-604-0053

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BUICK `05 LACROSSE Metallic Gray. Heat-

ed leather seats. Traction control, 6 way power front seats, remote start. Rear park assist. New tires. 41,400 miles. $11,000 570-696-2148

CADILLAC `05 SRX All wheel drive,

traction control, 3.6 L V-6, power sunroof, autostick, leather interior, auto car starter, factory installed 6 CD disc changer, all power, memory seat. 39,000 miles. $21,000 570-453-2771

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

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blue, auto V6 07 BUICK LUCERNE CXL silver grey leather 07 Hyundai Sonata GLS navy blue, auto, alloys 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 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 AUDI S8 QUATTRO Mid blue/light grey leather, Navigation, (AWD) 01 PONTIAC AZTEK 4 door. Auto. Grey 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 97 BUICK PARK AVENUE, black/tan leather

SUVS, VANS, TRUCKS, 4 X4’s

08 DODGE RAM 1500 QUAD CAB, white, 5.7 Hemi, 4 door, 4x4. 08 JEEP PATRIOT SPORT silver 5 speed 4x4 08 CADILLAC ESCALADE Blk/Blk leather, 3rd seat, Navgtn, 4x4 07 DODGE DURANGO SLT blue, 3rd seat, 4x4 07 CHEVY UPLANDER silver, 7 passenger mini van 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, black, sunroof, 4x4 05 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER LT, blue, grey leather, 4x4 05 JEEP LIBERTY SPORT blue 4x4 05 FORD ESCAPE LTD tan, tan leather, sunroof, 4x4 05 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO Blue, auto, 4x4 05 FORD F150 XLT SUPER CREW TRUCK Blue & tan, 4 dr. 4x4 05 BUICK RANIER CXL gold, tan, leather, sunroof (AWD) 04 DODGE DAKOTA CLUB cab, black, auto, V-8, 4x4 04 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER, silver, black leather, 3rd seat, AWD 04 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER, black, black leather, 3rd seat, 4x4 04 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE OVERLAND Graphite grey, 2 tone leather, sunroof, 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 00 CHEVY BLAZER LT Black & brown, brown leather 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 89 CHEVY 1500 4X4 TRUCK

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

CHEVY `08 IMPALA Metallic gray, sun-

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 `97 ASTROVAN

Beautiful, 4 door. Power steering & brakes. 8 cylinder. Excellent condition. $3,000. Negotiable. 570-762-3504

34K. V6. 17” wheels. Shaker. 6 disc. Satellite. Mileage computer. New winter tires. Power seat/leather. $16,750. (570) 474-0943

FORD ‘02 MUSTANG

GTRedCONVERTIBLE with black

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

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GT CONVERT. One owner. Extra clean. Only 15K miles. $17,450

FORD ‘06 MUSTANG

CHEVY ‘11 MALIBU LT Moonroof. 7K miles. $16,880

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

FORD ‘08 FOCUS SE Auto. Alloys. CD Player. $11,880

CHEVY ‘95 ASTRO MARK III C

ONVERSION

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

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. $4900. 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

CROSSROAD MOTORS 570-825-7988

700 Sans Souci Highway WE SELL FOR LESS!! ‘10 Dodge Caravan SXT 32K. Silver-Black. Power slides. Factory warranty. $17,699 ‘09 DODGE CALIBER SXT 2.0 Automatic, 24k Factory Warranty! $12,299 ‘08 CHEVY IMPALA LS Only 18K! One Owner - Estate Sale. $14,499 ‘08 SUBARU Special Edition 42k, 5 speed, AWD. Factory warranty. $13,499 ‘08 CHEVY SILVERADO 1500 4x4, Regular Cab, 63K, Factory Warranty $13,499 ‘08 CHEVY IMPALA LS 4 door, only 37K! 5 Yr. 100K factory warranty $11,899 ‘08 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE 4 cylinder, 40k $11,599 ‘08 CHEVY IMPALA LS 60k. Factory warranty. $9,899 ‘05 HONDA CRV EX One owner, just traded, 65k $13,099 ‘05 Suzuki Verona LX Auto. 64K. Factory warranty. $5,499 ‘03 DODGE CARAVAN R-A/C. 69k. $6,699 ‘01 LINCOLN TOWN CAR Executive 74K $5,899

CHEVROLET `08 DODGE `00 STRATUS IMPALA Automatic, 4 door, Excellent condition, CHEVROLET ‘06 CORVETTE CONVERTIBLE

FORD `07 MUSTANG CONVERTIBLE

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

TITLE TAGS FULL NOTARY SERVICE 6 M ONTH WARRANTY

new tires, 4 door, all power, 34,000 miles. $13,995. 570-836-1673

412 Autos for Sale

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

EAGLE `95 TALON

Only 97,000 Miles. Full custom body kit, dark green metallic with gray interior. Dual exhaust, 4 coil over adjustable struts. All new brakes, air intake kit, strut brakes, custom seats, custom white gauges, 2 pillar gauges, new stereo, alarm, custom side view mirrors. 4 cylinder automatic, runs excellent. $8,500. Call 570-876-1355 or 570-504-8540 (evenings)

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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

HONDA `07 ACCORD V6 EXL. 77K miles. 1

owner with maintenance records. Slate blue with leather interior. Sunroof. Asking $12,500. Call 570-239-2556

HONDA `09 CIVIC LX-S Excellent condition

inside & out. Garage kept. Regularly serviced by dealer, records available. Option include alloy wheels, decklid spoiler, sport seats, interior accent lighting (blue), Nose mask and custom cut floor mats. Dark grey with black interior. 56K highway miles. REDUCED! $13,300. Call 570-709-4695

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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. $9,000 Call (570) 288-6009

JAGUAR `02 S-TYPE Fully loaded, 67,000

miles, like new, upgraded mesh grill, Jaguar chrome wheel package, sun /moon roof, tinted glass, ipod, immaculate in and out, must see. $11,000. 570-903-8511

JAGUAR ‘94 XJS CONVERTIBLE

Mint Condition Magnolia red, with palomino beige leather interior. This car rates a 10 in & out. 4 new tires and services. Florida car. $13,300. 570-885-1512

SCION `06 XA

67,000 miles, power windows & locks, great gas mileage. $9,000/OBO 570-606-5634

412 Autos for Sale

LEXUS `08 ES 350

TOYOTA 07 CAMRY LE

Beautiful. Burgundy with doeskin interior. All options. 26k. Mint condition flawless. Looking to sell for trade in value of $22,000. 570-479-6722

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MERCEDESwith `92 500gray SEL White

leather interior, 17” 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

D.P. MOTORS

1451 SHOEMAKER AVE, W. WYOMING

570-714-4146

PONTIAC ‘02 SUNFIRE

2 door. Very clean! Warrantied. 75K. $5,695. BUY * SELL * TRADE

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

PONTIAC 01 GRAND AM 4 cylinder. Auto. Sharp Sharp Car! $2,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

SUBURU ‘06 LEGACY GT LIMITED SEDAN

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

TOM DRIEBE AUTO SALES 570-350-4541

9 S. Keyser Ave Taylor, PA 18517 Where Taylor meets Old Forge 01 Dodge Van V6. Auto. Inspected. Ready to work. Now $4,675 95 Chevy Blazer V6. Auto. Air. Alloys. 4WD. Only $2,875 00 Pontiac Grand Prix V6. Auto. Air. Alloys. Moonroof. Local Trade. Only $5,875 05 Chevy Tahoe This beauty is fully equipped and brand new. Reduced $18,750 95 Jeep Grand Cherokee 6 cylinder. Auto. Air. Alloys. 4WD. Only $3,475 99 Pontiac Mountaineer Van V6. Auto. Air. Alloys. 3 row seating. Now $3,575 01 Ford Mustang V6. Auto. Air. Alloys. Local trade. Now $5,875 00 Buick LeSabre Custom V6. Air. Alloys. FWD. 1 owner. Local Trade. Only $4,775 98 Ford ½ Ton Pickup Style side XL. V6. Auto. Air. Alloys. Only 88K. Like New $5,475 88 Buick Retta V6. Auto. Air. Alloys. Moonroof. A true sports car. 66K. $3,375 95 Mercury Villager Van V6. Auto. Air. 3rd row seating. Just traded. $1,875 92 Buick Roadmaster V8. Auto. Air. Local Trade. Big & beautiful. $4,675

SPECIALIZING IN CARS UNDER $5,000

TOYOTA `10

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

VOLKSWAGEN `09 Beetle. Excellent condition. $16,500. CHEVY EQUINOX ‘05. Very good shape, new brakes. $13,000 (570) 262-8863

Low miles. One owner. $13,880

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TOYOTA ‘09 COROLLA S Auto. 4 Cylinder. $16,450

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415 Autos-Antique & Classic

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

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

439

Motorcycles

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

Find Something? Lose Something? Get it back where it belongs with a Lost/Found ad! 570-829-7130

KAWASAKI ‘03

KLR 650. Green. Excellent condition. 6K Miles. $3,000 (570) 287-0563

KAWASAKI ‘05

NINJA 500R. 3300 miles. Orange. Garage kept. His & hers helmets. Must sell. $2400 570-760-3599 570-825-3711

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

MAZDA `88 RX-7 CONVERTIBLE

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

OLDSMOBILE `68 DELMONT

Kawasaki` 93 ZX11D NINJA LIKE NEW 8900 Original

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

MOTO GUZZI `03

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

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

427

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

439

Motorcycles

‘96 HONDA

American Classic Edition. 1100 cc. 1 owner, under 20,000 miles. Yellow and white, extra chrome, VNH exhaust, bags, lights, MC jack, battery tender, helmets. Asking $3500 570-288-7618

BMW ‘07 K1200 GT

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

DAELIM 2006

150 CCs. 4,700 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

Sportser 1000cc "Bobber" Must see! 3,000 obo. Call (570) 510-7231 for pics!

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

YAMAHA ‘97 ROYALSTAR 1300

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

442 RVs & Campers

TRAVEL TRAILER 33 ft

Rear queen master bedroom, Walk thru bathroom. Center kitchen + dinette bed. Front extra large living room + sofa bed. Big View windows. Air, awning, sleeps 6, very clean, will deliver. Located in Benton, Pa. $4,900. 215-694-7497

451

Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

BUICK `05 RENDEZVOUS BARGAIN!!

AWD, Fully loaded, 1 owner, 22,000 miles. Small 6 cylinder. New inspection. Like new, inside & out. $13,000. (570) 540-0975

CADILLAC `07 ESCALADE ESV Black with extended

cab. Fully loaded. Low miles. Extra set of tires & rims. Leather interior. $32,000. (570) 357-1383

CADILLAC `99 ESCALADE 97k miles. Black

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

451

Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

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

CHRYSLER 02 TOWN & COUNTRY V6. Like new!

$5,495 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

DODGE `00 CARGO VAN 1500

CHEVY ‘99 BLAZER

451

Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

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

FORD ‘99 F150

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

D.P. MOTORS

1451 SHOEMAKER AVE, W. WYOMING

570-714-4146

4WD & Alloys. $15,880

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

JEEP 08 COMPASS

4 WD. Auto. CD. $13,992

GMC '02 SAFARI CARGO VAN

AWD. Auto. Warrantied. $5,195 BUY * SELL * TRADE 88,500 miles. V6. Automatic. Good Condition. $2,300 (570) 793-6955

DODGE ‘97 2500 4X4, C

HONDA `10 ODYSSEY

Extended Cab. Good Shape. $9,500 negotiable. (570) 954-7461

FORD `00 WINDSTAR

Excellent condition, 8 passenger, new starter. $2,900. 570-655-2443

FORD `00 WINDSTAR Handicapped accessible, removable front passenger chair. IMS ramp system, recently inspected, new battery, full air conditioning, all power, 27,000 miles, excellent condition. $14,900 negotiable. 570-288-4894

FORD `00 WINDSTAR

SE. 7 passenger, 4 door, V6, all power, inspected, well maintained, excellent family van, reduced to $2,495. 570-287-3951

D.P. MOTORS

Special Edition. Maroon, Fully loaded. Leather seats. TV/DVD, navigation, sun roof plus many other extras. 3rd seat . Only 1,900 Miles. Brand New. Asking $37,000 (570) 328-0850

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

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Line up a place to live in classified! HONDA ‘09 CRV LX AWD. 1 owner. $17,880

1451 SHOEMAKER AVE, W. WYOMING

570-714-4146

FORD ‘05 ESCAPE XLS 4 Cylinder. 5 speed. Front wheel drive. air. Warranted. $7,895. BUY * SELL * TRADE

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

D.P. MOTORS

1451 SHOEMAKER AVE, W. WYOMING

570-714-4146 1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

FORD ‘00 EXPLORER XLT. CD. Power

seats. Extra Clean! $3,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

FORD ‘02 EXPLORER

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

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

FORD 02 F150 Extra Cab. 6

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

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

FORD 02 RANGER EDGE Extra cab. 5 speed. 6 cylinder. 2 wheel drive. Extra sharp truck! $4,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

FORD 08 EDGE SEL Leather. Auto. $17,940

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HYUNDAI '04 SANTA FE

4 Cylinder. Auto. Front wheel drive. 78K. Very clean!. Warrantied. $7,795. BUY * SELL * TRADE

HYUNDAI ‘06 SANTE FE LTD

Leather. Moonroof. One owner. $14,580

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

D.P. MOTORS

1451 SHOEMAKER AVE, W. WYOMING

570-714-4146

JEEP ‘04 GRAND CHEROKEE

4.0 - 6 cylinder. Auto. 4x4. Air. Many options very clean! 1 owner. Warrantied. $9,295. BUY * SELL * TRADE

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

JEEP `04 CHEROKEE 135,000 miles, auto-

matic, four wheel drive, $6,500. (570) 237-6979

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

GMC `05 SAVANA

1500 Cargo Van. AWD. V8 automatic. A/C. New brakes & tires. Very clean. $11,950. Call 570-474-6028

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MAZDA 03 MPV VAN V6. CD Player.

1 owner vehicle!! $2,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

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

NISSAN `08 XTERRA

58k miles. 4x4. Auto. All power. CD. Keyless entry. $14,000 570-735-3005 570-793-9180

NISSAN `10 ROGUE SL AWD. Gray. Sunroof. Bose stereo system. Black, heated leather seats. Sunroof 6,800 miles. $24,000 (570) 696-2777

AWD. Auto $16,620

JEEPAuto. 04 LIBERTY V6.

Leather. Moonroof. 4x4. New Inspection. $3,995

JEEP ‘98 WRANGLER

NISSAN ‘08 ROGUE S

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

FORD ‘99 EXPLORER

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

6 Cylinder. 4WD. $9,250

UMMINS

Moonroof. Alloys. 1 Owner. $22,450

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

Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

JEEP ‘07 GRAND CHEROKEE

CHEVY ‘10 EQUINOX LT

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

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JEEP ‘06 WRANGLER Only 29K miles! $17,450

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RANGE ROVER ‘07 SPORT Supercharged

59,000 miles, fully loaded. Impeccable service record. $36,000 570-283-1130

TOYOTA 09 RAV 4

Only 13K miles! Remote Starter. $21,750

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

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

457 Wanted to Buy Auto

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FRIDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2011

548 Medical/Health

TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com 527 Food Services/ Hospitality

548 Medical/Health

SALAD PREP COOK & DISHWASHER

ICU DIRECTOR

Seeking an experienced, self-motivated, dynamic individual to manage our 10 bed Intensive Care Unit. Qualifications include a PA RN license, a minimum of three years of supervisor/management experience and a BSN. A master’s degree is preferred but not required. ACLS & PALS certifications, strong leadership skills and a commitment to customer service excellence required.

PHARMACY DIRECTOR

We are currently seeking a Director to oversee our well established Pharmacy Department in a 100 bed acute care setting. Candidate should possess a minimum of 3 to 5 years managerial experience. Must have PA Pharmacist License. Knowledge of PA DOH and JCAHO standards.

We offer an excellent salary and benefit package.

Please apply on-line at www.berwick-hospital.com or send resume to:

EOE

Chief Executive Officer

Full Time position responsible and accountable for the overall financial, operating, and strategic performance and growth of InterMountain Medical Group, Inc. Assists in developing the Corporation’s Vision and is responsible for the implementation of the Strategic, Operational, and Financial Plans to meet corporate goals. Bachelor’s Degree in Business/Health Care Management required. Masters Degree preferred. Ten years minimum experience in health care management with specific experience leading and directing large physician organizations

Director Practice Operations

Full Time position to provide senior leadership and direction for all operational activities of a 52 physician multispecialty group. Human Resources and purchasing experience helpful. Bachelor’s Degree in Health Care or Business Administration required. Masters Degree preferred. 5 years experience in a large multi-specialty physician group practice preferred.

Human Resource Specialist

Full Time position to coordinates all human resources functions. Candidate must have excellent communication and relationship skills. Knowledge of Microsoft Access required. Bachelor’s Degree required. Healthcare experience preferred.

Accounts Payable Clerk

Full Time position to review, code, & process payment of invoices and check requests for a multi specialty medical practice. Proficiency in Microsoft office applications and Real world accounting software preferred.

Health Coach

Full Time position to provide information, teach disease specific skills and promote patient behavior changes. Candidate must have excellent communication, computer, & nursing skills. Available to work flexible hours. LPN preferred.

Receptionist

Full Time position to provide a variety of clerical duties for the office. Candidate must have excellent communication, computer, and nursing skills. Evening hours required. Full time position for a Float Nurse. Expected to travel to various practices. Candidate must have excellent communication, computer, and nursing skills. Must be able to give immunizations and work flexible hours

Please fax resume to (570) 283-6924 or email to hr@ihgltd.com

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570-829-7107

Accounting/ Finance

INDIVIDUAL INCOME TAX PREPARER For local accounting firm. Seasonal positions (January to April). Full or part time. Experience necessary. Flexible schedule. Excellent pay. Send inquiries to: Manager PO Box 1253 Kingston, PA 18704

TAX PREPARER

TAXWANTED PREPARERS

Part time. Knowledge of individual partnerships - corporation tax returns. IRS PTIN required. Send Resume to: 561 N. Main St. Suite 2 Pittston, PA 18640

506 Administrative/ Clerical

DATA ENTRY/TYPIST For real estate

office in the back mountain. Evenings and weekends required. Please send resume to: McDermott Real Estate Appraisals 139 South Main St. Shavertown, PA 18708 or email lantal@epix.net

509

Building/ Construction/ Skilled Trades

HIRING: TRUCK DRIVERS, MECHANIC AND Lstarting ABORERS Excellent

rate. Must be physically fit and reliable with a friendly attitude. Call MondayFriday 1pm-4pm. 570-477-5818

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LPN/Medical Assistant

551

503

Part time for small accounting firm from January 15 to April 15. Minimum 20 hours/week. Compensation commensurate with experience. Please send resume to Times Leader Box 2845 15 N. Main Street Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0250

Human Resources Department 701 E. 16th Street • Berwick, PA 18603 e-mail: carol_a_martinez@chs.net fax: 570-759-5035

Other

Logistics/ Transportation

575

KITCHEN HELP NEEDED

Career Opportunities at Berwick Hospital Center

551

542

Business/ Strategic Management

EXECUTIVE OFFICER

513

Childcare

DAY CARE AIDE

Part time. 12:30pm - 5:30pm $7.50/hour. Call 570-823-7907

522

Education/ Training

PART-TIME GUIDANCE COUNSELOR Needed to alternate

between our Hazleton and Edwardsville schools, 30 hours a week, flexible hours. Submit resumes to rspencer@youth servicesagency.org or call HR department at 570-325-4322, ask for Anne to apply.

Find Your Ideal Employee! Place an ad and end the search! 570-829-7130 ask for an employment specialist

527 Food Services/ Hospitality

BEST WESTERN GENETTI’S Wilkes-Barre, PA Hands on dish room supervisor needed. Previous experience helpful, but not required. The candidate should be: highly motivated, energetic, neat and organized, and must work well as a team player. Long shifts are often required, as well as weekends and holidays. Rate is based on experience, benefits included. Apply in person at 77 E. Market St.

COOKS

Full & Part Time

DIETARY AIDES

Full & Part Time Apply in person to: Mountain Top Senior Care and Rehabilitation Center, 185 S. Mountain Blvd., Mountain Top, PA. 18707 (570) 474-6377

BOBBY O’S DUPONT 570-654-2200

533

Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair

AUTOBODY

Entry level position. Experience in Autobody required. Full time/Part time. Benefit package. Apply in person at: Pat & Dan’s Del Balso Ford 249 Market Street Kingston, PA 18704 Call 570-288-4501

AUTOMOTIVE MANAGERS/MECHANICS

MAINTENANCE POSITION Maintenance posi-

tion available for the Tunkhannock Area School District. Applicant should have knowledge and/or background in the following areas: HVAC, Electrical Boiler, Refrigeration, and Computer Skills. Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest to: Mr. Richard Bombick, Director of Human Resources, 41 Philadelphia Ave. Tunkhannock, PA 18657. All clearances (#144 FBI Fingerprint, Criminal check#34, Child Abuse #151 and TB) must be secured. Deadline for applications December 9, 2011.

538

Janitorial/ Cleaning

CLEANING PERSON Part time approxi-

mately 20 hours weekly. Early evenings, MondayFriday. Must have own transportation. Wilkes-Barre area. Call Monday-Friday between 10am-5pm at 570-822-5756

EXPERIENCED CLEANER WANTED

Must know how to strip & wax floors. Evenings. 5 hours. Mountain Top Call 570-379-3898 Please leave message

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Legal

PART-TIME LEGAL ASSISTANT POSITION START DATE: JANUARY, 2012 CERTIFIED ELDER L AW AT T O R N E Y seeks experienced Legal Assistant to work 25 hours per week. Applicant must be familiar with Medical Assistance applications and be able to work independently with little supervision from Attorney. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, legal terminology and strong writing and organizational skills required. Salary commensurate with experience. All communications are confidential. Resume may be sent to the following: ATTORNEY DAVID R. LIPKA LAW OFFICES 50 EAST MAIN ST. PLYMOUTH, PA 18651 FAX: 570-779-5225

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

PARTS DRIVER Wyoming Valley

Motors is looking for a part-time driver for our Wholesale Parts Department. A valid PA driver’s license and clear driving record required. Applicant must be able to pass a drug test. To apply, please contact Dan Yurko by phone or in person at: WYOMING VALLEY MOTORS 126 Narrows Road Larksville, PA 18651 570-288-7411

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TRANSPORTATION MANAGER: USAgain Textile

Recycling Looking for a Transportation Manager to handle the daily field operation. Responsibilities: Handle route drivers, route efficiency, route accuracy, hire drivers, train drivers and do routes when needed. Base salary $50K + benefits. Email resume to: p.jorgensen@ usagain.com.

548 Medical/Health

LOOKING FOR A CAREER IN HEALTH CARE? Join us at the HEALTH CARE CAREER FAIR! TUESDAY, DECEMBER 6 10am-5pm at the Waterfront 670 N. River St. Plains, PA Meet with employers and discover the many opportunities available to advance your career!

A complete vendor list is available at timesleader.com

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Logistics/ Transportation

MEDICAL DRIVER/ LAB DUTIES

Other

HEALTH CARE CAREER FAIR!

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 6 10am-5pm at the Waterfront 670 N. River St., Plains, PA

A complete vendor list is available at

timesleader.com

572

Training/ Instruction

PERSONAL TRAINER & GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTORS Must have

certification. Send resume to info@odyssey fitnesscenter.com

Employment Services

HEALTH CARE CAREER FAIR!

610

600 FINANCIAL

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 6 10am-5pm at the Waterfront 670 N. River St., Plains, PA

610

Business Opportunities

BEER & LIQUOR LICENSE FOR SALE

A complete vendor list is available at

timesleader.com

LUZERNE COUNTY $22,000 For More Info Call 570-332-1637 or 570-332-4686

548 Medical/Health

RNs

Per Diem 7-3

LPNs

Part Time 11-7

CNAs

Full & Part Time 7-3, 3-11 & 11-7 Per Diem 3-11 Immediate openings available, Do not delay apply today! Great Pay, Shift Differentials & Benefits For more information or to apply please contact 877-339-6999 x1 or 570-735-2973. Email resumes to Jobs@horizonhrs.com Walk in applicants welcome to apply at 395 Middle Road, Nanticoke

533

Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair

533

Business Opportunities

JAN-PRO

Commercial Cleaning Of Northeastern PA

Concerned about your future? BE YOUR OWN BOSS Work Full or Part time. Accounts available NOW throughout Luzerne & Lackawanna counties. We guarantee $5,000 to $200,000 in annual billing. Investment Required. We’re ready – are you? For more info call 570-824-5774 Jan-Pro.com

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468

Auto Parts

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

700 MERCHANDISE 708

Antiques & Collectibles

BASEBALL CARDS, 2011 complete set, $25 570-824-8810 DOLLS: Porcelain, 12” in original boxes $10. each. 570-654-6283

468

Auto Parts

BUYING JUNK VEHICLES $300 AND UP

Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair

$125 EXTRA IF DRIVEN, DRAGGED OR PUSHED IN!

NOBODY Pays More 570-760-2035

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

DIESEL TRUCK/ TRAILER/EQUIPMENT MECHANIC Van Hoekelen Greenhouses, Inc. has an immediate opportunity for a full-time experienced Diesel Mechanic, to work in our brand new shop in McAdoo, PA. Duties include troubleshooting, repair and preventative maintenance on our fleet of tractor trailers and other company equipment. • Minimum 3 years’ experience and must have own tools • Air Brakes experience required • Class A CDL, PA State Inspection License, and Reefer experience a plus, but not required • Competitive Pay and Benefits Package including health, dental, short term disability, life insurance, holidays, vacations, and 401K. • Company paid training

Please contact Sharon at 570-929-1914, email resume to sfazakas@vanhoekelen.com, or fax resume to 570-929-2260. www.vhgreenhouses.com

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Engineering

524

Engineering

Municipal Engineer ARRO, a civil engineering and environmental employee-owned consulting firm is looking to expand into the Luzerne/Lackawanna counties. Immediate opportunity for a Municipal Engineer will help lead this expansion. Minimum of 8-10 years experience in municipal engineering and land development required. Experience in traffic impact studies, signal control planning and highway.Excellent communication skills, experience working with public works projects and clients including municipalities and sewer and water authorities are a must. Project management, business development, broad knowledge of civil engineering and PE license preferred. Work may involve reviewing development plans for municipalities, design and/or project management for roads, sanitary sewers, wastewater treatment facilities, water systems, and stormwater management facilities. ARRO offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. If you are interested in moving your career forward with ARRO, please forward your resume and cover letter with salary requirements to the attention of the Human Resources Manager. ARRO 649 N. Lewis Road; Suite 100 Limerick, PA 19468 Fax: 610-495-5855 E-mail: hr@thearrogroup.com EOE/MFDV

554

Production/ Operations

554

Production/ Operations

530

Human Resources

530

Human Resources

Wilkes-Barre Area School District is now accepting applications for

ADMINISTRATOR of HUMAN RESOURCES Full Time Position

Requirements: Master’s Degree-Minimum five (5) years Human Resource Experience Or Bachelor’s Degree- Minimum eight (8) years Human Resource Experience Administration experience, knowledge of the Pennsylvania School Code, certification, employment & education law, labor law, labor relations and Human Resource management. Responsibilities: All aspects of Human Resource management including, but not limited to, classification & compensation, employee benefits, labor relations, employee recruitment & retention, job analysis & descriptions, performance management, employee training & development, & employee records & risk management programs. Applications are to be submitted no later than December 9, 2011 to

Dr. Jeffrey T. Namey, Superintendent Wilkes-Barre Area School District 730 S. Main Street Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711 An equal opportunity employer M/FH

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Education/ Training

522

Education/ Training

TEACHER We are looking for qualified, dedicated individuals to join the Head Start Team – Full Time Teacher is needed. BS Early Childhood Development degree required. Visit our website at www.lchs.hsweb.org for details. Classroom Substitute positions are also available at all sites in Luzerne and Wyoming Counties. Applicants must possess current PA State Police Criminal Clearance, FBI Fingerprints and Child Abuse History Clearance; Send Resume/Cover letter and 3 Written Letters of Reference to LCHS, ATTN: Human Resources, PO Box 540, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18703-0540. Email LCHSHumanResources@hsweb.org; Fax #570-8296580. E.O.E. M/F/V/H. NO PHONE CALLS

554

Production/ Operations

554

Production/ Operations

PACKAGING SHIFT SUPERVISOR The Times Leader has an opening in the Packaging Department for a Full Time Shift Supervisor. The Packaging Department is responsible for insertion and packaging of our printed products with a primary goal of servicing our distribution operation. In this fast-paced environment, we strive to achieve superior deadline performance, high efficiency and good customer service through planning, organization, and staff development. The ideal candidate will have a high level of energy and enthusiasm. Some mechanical aptitude along with manufacturing process or inventory management experience is desirable. Good communication, problem solving, and computer skills are required. Must also have a sense of urgency and the ability to work in a fast-paced, team oriented manufacturing environment. This is a night shift position that offers plenty of opportunity for career development and advancement. We offer a salary commensurate with experience and an excellent benefits package, medical, dental and more. Pre-employment drug screening and background check required. Interested candidates should send letter of interest, resume and salary history to: The Times Leader Human Resources Department 15 N. Main Street • Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711 ldaris@timesleader.com No Telephone Calls Please!

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace.

THE TIMES LEADER

Autos timesleaderautos.com

Jobs

TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com 708

Antiques & Collectibles

708

Antiques & Collectibles

TRAINS, (3) Lionel, Brand New, Harry Potter, Polar Express & American Flier, $200/each. 570-239-4864

$ ANTIQUES BUYING $

Old Toys, model kits, Bikes, dolls, guns, Mining Items, trains & Musical Instruments, Hess. 474-9544 DALE EARNHARDT items, $45.DOLLS. (3) Porcelain. Heritage collectibles. Still in original package. $20 for all. 570-235-5216

Wanna make a speedy sale? Place your ad today 570829-7130. SLOT MACHINE, Red Meteor with tokens, $100. 570-239-4864

566 Sales/Business Development

710

Appliances

APPLIANCE PA RT S E T C .

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

CERAMIC HEATING UNITS Stiebel Eltron, 240

volts, 3,000 watts. Bought new, 3 @ $150 each. 570-474-9202 COUNTERTOP RANGE Kenmore, electric. Stainless steel, 4 burner with center grill. $200. 570-675-0248

566 Sales/Business Development

Looking for a fresh start in 2012 with your sales career? One of the premier Telecommunications and IT services providers is seeking an experienced and motivated business to business sales person to tend to existing accounts and cultivate new business opportunities in this growing market. Send your confidential resume today to itsalespros@gmail.com for consideration. E.O.E.

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FRIDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2011 PAGE 7C Appliances

MICROWAVE, white Kenmore countertop 1.2 cu ft, 1200 wt. $40. Washer & dryer, white, electric, Kenmore 70 series. Good condition $100. 855-9221

Too many baby toys? Pass them on, sell them with an ad! 570-829-7130 Washer and Dryer. Maytag. White. Good condition. $200. Call 570-474-0753 WASHER G.E. & G.E. DRYER, Frigidaire refrigerator $75. each. Moving must sell. 570-655-3512

712

Baby Items

BABY SWING, Rainforest by FP with music, lights, mobile., hardly used, $40. Portable pack & play by Evenflo, removable bassinet, light blue $40. 855-9221 BOTTLE HOLDERS: Two (2) Leechco “Keep-it-up” bottle holders. Great for multiples or just busy moms! $8/each. 2/$14. 570-592-3159 CHANGING TABLE, NURSERY 2 shelves, DRESSER, with 3 drawers, cherry finish, brand new still in box. $100 each, $175 for both. 570-405-4366 CRIB and high chair. FREE 570-825-3585 CRIB, metal tube style, baby colors & white, with matching changing table. $25. 570-301-2694

566 Sales/Business Development

INSURANCE SALES We are a top-rated State Farm agency, located in Dallas, PA. We are looking for individuals to help us develop our expanding sales force. If you are highly motivated, results-driven, and have a positive attitude, we want you! Successful candidates will be goal-oriented self-starters who can demonstrate an above average talent for setting and achieving aggressive goals. You must have a positive attitude and the ability to work independently, with strong sales background. Requirements: • Excellent organizational skills • Attention to detail • Strong communication skills • Customer service skills and experience

• Ability to work well within a team • Computer skills • Active PC/Life/Health Insurance license or willing to acquire license

Please mail or fax resume to Lisa Zavada-Rizzo State Farm Insurance Co. 156 Tunkhannock Highway Dallas, Pa 18612-1220 Fax: 570-674-7054

542

Logistics/ Transportation

542

EOE

Logistics/ Transportation

542

Logistics/ Transportation

MAXUM PETROLEUM A nationwide distributor of fuel and lubricants is seeking dedicated long-term employment combined with dedication to safety, customers and the environment for our Williamsport, PA location. Competitive Wages and Benefits. We are a growing company looking to expand operations in the Eastern region of the United States and offer challenging positions which will assist us in our achieving our strategic initiatives. We offer a full benefit package available the first of the month following 30 days of employment including 401K company match. Paid holidays, sick days and vacation days are provided as well. EOE

DRIVER – CDL Class A or B

Seeking Transport (Class A) and Tankwagon (Class A or B) Drivers. Not an over the road trucking company. We offer DOT roadside and annual achievable safety bonus programs based on your safety performance Requirement: Class A or B Commercial Drivers License, HAZMAT & Tanker endorsements, Two years verifiable experience and clean driving record, Positive Attitude/Willing to Work

HEAVY DUTY DIESEL MECHANIC

712

Baby Items

DOUBLE STROLLER: Graco Duoglider. 7 mos. old, slight wear underneath carriage. Part of Graco easy travel system. Will include pink mommy hook with purchase. $80 or best offer. 570-592-3159 HIGH CHAIR, wooden, Eddie Bauer $25. (2) ladybug comforter sets $25. each. 1 pink car seat $15. 570-417-1171

720

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

722

Christmas Trees

CHRISTMAS TREE, 7.5 foot, pre-lit, 400 clear lights. Paid $135. Selling for $25. 570-288-3784

HELEN & ED’S CHRISTMAS TREE FARM

Fresh Cut Trees or Cut Your Own * Spruce * Fir * * Live Trees * * Wreaths * OPEN DAILY 8 A.M. to 7 P.M. Ample Parking Holiday Music helenandedstree farm.com 570-868-6252 Nuangola Exit 159 off I-81 (Follow Signs)

726

Clothing

CLOTHING size 18/XL misses pants, Lee & Eddie Bauer, (24 pairs) $10-$12 each. Lee jeans (5 pairs) $12 each, 1 Raincoat $10, Woolrich coats (3) $25 each. JM Collection tops (10) $10 each. Eddie Bauer sweaters (2) $10 each, Worthington ankle pants (4) $15 each . Winter/Spring items. New or in excellent condition. 570-474-6069

COAT

KENNETH COLE Beige, size 6, hardly worn. $75. 570-855-5385 LOAFERS 2 pair 9 1/2 1 brown, 1 black, new in box $10 each. 654-6283 SUITS 2 men’s black, size 38 regular. worn once. Paid $100 sell for $35. each. 570-735-0812

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Exercise Equipment

Requirements: Must have own tools, At least five years experience, Local travel required - local garage facility in Williamsport, PA, Must be able to work independently, Flexible scheduling a must.

POWER RIDER exercise equipment, new condition $50. 570-675-0920

Physical Requirements: Able to push, pull, and lift in excess of 75 pounds, Must be able to stand for long periods of time and work outdoors and within the shop during all weather types associated with location of facility.

PROFORM 825 elliptical trainer, good condition $95. call Mark 570-762-4914

Apply on line at http://www.maxumpetroleum.com/careers.aspx

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Accounting/ Finance

503

Accounting/ Finance

503

Accounting/ Finance

742

Furnaces & Heaters

HEATER: Vent free propane gas 30k BTU blue flame wall heater, New with blower and thermostat. Manual and mounting bracket included. $150.00 New in box vent free with thermostat & blower. Floor or wall mount. Propane and natural gas. 20k $180. 30k BTU $210. With warranty. Call after 6 pm or leave message 570-675-0005

744

Furniture & Accessories

BAKERS RACK hunter green, metal, 2 drawers $125. 570-239-6011 BED, twin with headboard, footboard, frame, light wood $85. Wooden computer desk, natural wood $25. 570-735-0812 BEDROOM SET 4 piece complete, queen, modern, like new, headboard, footboard, frame, dresser with mirror, tall chest of drawers & nightstand $500. COMPUTER DESK & CHAIR $25. FULL BED COMPLETE, wood, Broyhill $200. TV STAND $20. 570-332-4400 COFFEE TABLE drop leaf, cherrywood, $75. 570-472-1646 DINING ROOM SET 7 piece Bernhardt antique, mahogany table, 4 chairs, buffet, china closet, very good condition $700. 570-690-1184 DINING ROOM SET Oak by Broyhil. table, 2 leafs, 5 chairs, lighted china cabinet, buffet 2 wall mirrors $400. 570-675-0248 ENTERTAINMENT CENTER, oak, 46” h, 40”w. Will hold up to 26” TV, has drawers & shelves, excellent condition. $50. 570-696-1703

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 HOPE CHEST: Light oak excellent condition $75. 570-696-5204

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MATTRESS SALE

Accounting/ Finance

FINANCIAL CONTROLLER Long-standing local Wilkes-Barre company has an immediate opening for a Financial Controller. The ideal candidate will work closely with the Chief Financial Officer to help manage a fast-paced accounting department. The Manager will be responsible for overseeing the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable and cash functions. Assisting the CFO with the annual budget, audit and month-end close are also required. We are looking for a creative, hands-on, outside-the-box type of employee who can adhere to deadlines and is not afraid to make decisions. Requirements for the position include: • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or business management with accounting concentration. • Minimum five years of accounting experience. • Proficiency in Excel and ability to learn new software quickly. • Strong skills in financial analysis with a sound understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. • CPA/MBA preferred.

SOFA 84”, 2 recliners built in, beige$75; TV 42” Sony Wega LCD- $50. 570-655-0211 WARDROBE, metal extra closet space in your home $50. COUCH, green, has recliner in both ends of couch. $50. ANTIQUE couch & chair, floral print. $75. Queen ann chair, light green, $50. 570-446-8672

746 Garage Sales/ Estate Sales/ Flea Markets

ASKAM

8 Center St. Sat. and Sun. Dec. 3 and 4 10am to 5pm Living room, formal dining room, miscellaneous, etc. NO EARLY BIRDS 570-690-0221 (C)

BEAR CREEK TWP.

1900 Pittston Blvd. Sat., Dec. 3rd 9 am - 3 pm All household items must go. Furniture, art work, bedroom set, kitchen items, and much more.

DRUMS

1707 West 8th St. Sun., Dec. 4th, 8am to 4pm Two houses from intersection of 8th St. & Bodle Rd. Lots of Christmas items, glassware, linens, sewing items, dishes, some furniture, bedroom set. Something for everyone!

DALLAS

* Mov ing/Tag Sale *

15 Kimberly Drive Dorchester to Kingswood to Kimberly Fri., Sat., Dec. 2-3 8:00 to 3:00 Contents of upscale well maintained home! High quality furniture to include a Richardson Oak kitchen suite, Henkel Harris dining room suite, Harden & PA House bedroom suites Waterford crystal & china, Swavorski, Mission Oak furnishings, leather recliner, carpets, shelves, beautiful sofas, loveseats, decorator items, lamps, tables, chairs, artwork, executive office furniture, filing cabinets, flat screen TVs, refrigerator, Weber grill, tools, tool chests, trash compactor, Star Trek collectibles, treadmill, glassware, household items, upscale men’s & women’s clothing, shoes, purses. Too much to list all prices to sell! DUPONT ADVENT POTATO PANCAKE CLAM CHOWDER DINNER & CHINESE AUCTION FRIDAY, DEC. 2nd SERVING 3-7 PM Take-outs start at 2 PM $7 per person Holy Mother of Sorrows Church 212 Wyoming Ave. COME JOIN US & ENJOY!!! Call 654-4262 for more info. Takeouts day of dinner call 654-0345

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DURYEA

114 Parkcrest Drive Sat., Dec. 3rd, 7-11. Dutailier baby glider, Eddie Bauer highchair, sixteen bottle wine cooler, white country dining set and buffet, white nubuck chaise lounge, car seat with base, wooden bureau top baby changer, many more children’s and household items.

EDWARDSVILLE Vendor & Craft Market 681 Main Street Vendors wanted & space available for crafts. Open every day but Monday. 570-417-1269 570-855-2703

KINGSTON 3 FAMILY

57 Sharpe St, Rear Saturday, Dec-3rd 7:00AM - 12:00PM Get Ready for Christmas Gift Giving! Xmas trees, decorations & more.

KINGSTON HOLIDAY

317 N. Hunter Hwy. Sat., 12/3 9am-3pm Office equipment: chairs, tables, desks, bookcases, file cabinets. Construction leftovers: siding roofing, doors & more.

ESTATE SALE 135 Lyndwood Ave Saturday 9 - 2pm Mahogany Secretary desk + other Antique furniture, Kenmore gas stove, Magic Chef refrigerator, 3 pc. bedroom set, buffet, Antique lamps & clocks, gossip bench, large Oak wall unit, lots of Christmas, Oak armoire & hall seat, china, knick knacks, so much stuff no where to walk! Everything must go! SALE BY MARVA

MOUNTAIN TOP

GARAGE& HOUSE SALE

150 Ice Lake Drive Saturday, Dec-3 9am-2pm Furniture, Housewares & Air Hockey Table.

PITTSTON

746 Garage Sales/ Estate Sales/ Flea Markets

161 Butler Street Sat 12/3 & Sun 12/4 8am-2pm Whole house designer furniture, pictures, Antiques, golf clubs & more.

LUZERNE 205 Main Street

Sat., Dec. 3rd, 10-3 X-Mas Co-op Sale! Art glass, household, furniture, vintage clothing. Deals and Treats!

GOLDDIGGERS

Antiques, furniture, home decor, jewelry, vintage clothing & more!

10% OFF ALL PURCHASES

Fri, 12/2 11am-6pm Sat, 12/3 11am-6pm Sun, 12/4 11am-4pm Rt. 6 Scranton/Carbondale Highway, (next to Alexander’s Restaurant)

Mayfield, PA 570-876-0521

SERVING HOLIDAY TREATS ALL WEEKEND! OPEN EVERY DAY UNTIL CHRISTMAS

Jewelry

HEART AND CROSS PENDANTS on necklaces asking only $3 a piece have rings for $1 and Bracelets for $2 give a call well worth it $3. 570-332-7933

PLAINS RING DIAMOND

1.5 carat, G-color, VS1. Paid $6,000, asking $3,500. Call Stan 570-702-5967 10 E. SAYLOR AVE. PLAINS, PA SATURDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2011 8:00-4:00 DIRECTIONS: OFF MAIN ST.-TURN AT MARTY O'MALIAS NURSERY ENTIRE CONTENTS OF NICE HOME! incuding fancy 1920's bedroom furniture & other furniture, very nice oak deco kitchen set, large cuckoo and mission oak wall clocks, like new leather sofa, nice oriental rugs, flat screen tv, glassware including carnival glass, vintage kitchenware, stoneware & assorted antique country items, vintage Lionel trains, vintage accordians, air compressor, Murray 10hp riding lawnmower, Toro 524 snowblower, radial arm saw, table saw, chop saw, push mowers, 1983 Chrysler Cordoba, very low miles, show condition AND MUCH MORE! CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED! SALE BY COOK & COOK ESTATE LIQUIDATORS WWW.COOKANDCOOKESTATELIQUIDATORS.COM

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WEST WYOMING

6th Street

& FLEA MARKET

Holiday Open House Join us at

750

FLEA MARKET American Legion Post 395 386 Wyoming Ave. (Next to Kost Tire) Saturday Dec. 3rd 8:00AM - 2:00PM For more info, call 570-881-5972

Interested candidates should submit confidential cover letter and resume with salary history to:

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746 Garage Sales/ Estate Sales/ Flea Markets

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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

756

Medical Equipment

HOSPITAL BED Electric Like new. FREE TO SOMEONE IN NEED 570-823-4936 leave message Mini Jazzy Chair new batteries Needs repair ($75 price of batteries only) 474-5683 PERFIT INCONTINENCEUNDERWEAR Size X-L 14 per Pkg $5 each (570)288-9940 SCOOTER $525, wheelchair $160, walker with seat $95, 2 potty chairs $60 each, walker with two wheels $35, tub chair $20, cane $15 - OBO. All excellent condition. Call for details 570-825-7156

758 Miscellaneous TOM TOM G.P.S Home & Car Charger $70 655-2548

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

570-574-1275 CANDLE FRAGRANCE OILS, priced less than 1/2 of wholesale. $20. Box of assorted piller candle molds, variety of shapes & sizes $30. 2 bags of 2 oz votive molds 50 per bag $10. Portable Display shelf for craft shows $35. 81 piece Reed & Barton silverware set new in box. (Richmond Hill pattern.) $60.822-6184 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. CAR RAMPS 2, metal, yellow. $15. for both. 655-2154 CHRISTMAS FIGURES moveable, animated from the 9-0’s, Santa, Mrs. Claus, Santa writing letters. 435. each. Dog arthritis bed, medium size, never used, paid $69. sell $30. Boyd Bears & Other plush 10 large @ $10. each; 10 small @ $8. each. country home decorating items, 5 large pictures, victorian, country $7. each. country wall hangings 10 @ $5. 570-735-0812 CHRISTMAS ITEMS .50 to $1. Hats & scarfs .50. Coats S, 2X & large $2. to $5. Sweaters $1. Picture frames .50 to $2. Purses $1. & $2. Books .25 to $1. Glassware .25 to $1. 570-823-4941 CHRISTMAS lights, small bear 12 sets $20. 7’ pine with stand $50. Christmas green plantation farm 4’x8’ with train tracks $75. 570-826-1460

758 Miscellaneous

780

CRUTCHES $10. Religious beautiful stone with mother Mary & baby Jesus $15. Spongebob kids stool set $10. Longaberger basket $10. 570-472-1646

TV Graig 15 x 9” flat screen color less then year old great for a kitchen or will make a great gift $80. 570-406-4523

FREE AD POLICY

The Times Leader will accept ads for used private party merchandise only for items totaling $1,000 or less. All items must be priced and state how many of each item. Your name address, email and phone number must be included. No ads for ticket sales accepted. Pet ads accepted if FREE ad must state FREE. One Submission per month per household. You may place your ad online at timesleader.com, or email to classifieds@ timesleader.com or fax to 570-831-7312 or mail to Classified Free Ads: 15 N. Main Street, WilkesBarre, PA. Sorry no phone calls. HANDBAG & CHANGE PURSE, Dooney & Bourke, $200. Ladies shoes & sneakers, size 8, medium, 7 pairs, $100 for all, negotiable. Chair-pads, 4 black micro-fiber $25. Droid, Verizon cell phone, 3 back covers, $100. 570-855-3363 HELMET bell motorcycle helmet with visor $55., 25 Barbie dolls, unopened, $100. for all. 570-650-3450 LUGGAGE SET, Jaguar 5 piece, good condition, $50. MATT CUTTER, Logan Compact, cuts straight & beveled, barely used, $40. 570-301-2694 “NASCAR family album” stories & mementos of America’s racing family. Great book for racing fan. $15. 570-655-9474 NATIVITY SET, ceramic, $50 570-824-8810 OXYGEN TANK – travel size, 2500 psi $50. Cannister set back & white with Sunflowers $20. Carousel ceramic egg shape musical with water globe & horses inside water, Play “Entertainer” $20 Antique cottage cookie jar Japan china $75. 570-675-0248 PERFIT incontinence underwear Size X-L 14 per package $5 each. 288-9940 PUNCH BOWL, Victorian with 6 matching cups, fancy glass, $25. SANTA SLEIGHS, 2, wooden, 12” long, $5 each. ROCKING LEG REST, wooden, new, $5. 570-675-0920 RAIN LAMP needs motor $5. 9 single electric candles $5. for all. Small manger scene $5. 570-675-0920 TIRES- 4 new Firestone Winterforce, P205/75R15. Never mounted. Bought incorrect size online. $275. 570-344-6611 UTILITY TRAILER: 2000 lb. capacity with treated wood box, almost new. $500. 836-8080. VHS MOVIES children’s Olsen twins 3 pack $30. 5 Disney movies $45. HONDA CAR RIMS 4 pair 15” will fit any model Accord, Civic ^ Del-Sol cars. Brand new $300 or OBO. 570-239-6011 WHEELS & TIRE SET (4) five spoke with mounted tires for Ford Windstar p21565r16 $300. 570-696-2212

762

Musical Instruments

DRUMS Mapex QR 5 piece, blue sparkle, chrome snare, tom mounts, mint condition. $350 570-344-6611 ORGAN, Hammond Spinet Model #7182 $100 (needs Tuning) 570-474-5683

772

Pools & Spas

HOT TUB

6 person Jacuzzi brand hot tub with lounger. $2,700 (570) 466-3087

776 Sporting Goods BINOCULARS. Lafayette, zoom, field, 5.5 degrees. Case. Rough shape but usable. $20 for both. 235-5216

778

Stereos/ Accessories

STEREO SYSTEM Excellent condition. $50. 570-472-1646

780

Televisions/ Accessories

TV 51” Toshiba big screen projection tv. good condition $100. 570-654-7451 TV Sony Trinitron 46” tube. Very good condition. $50. 570-855-9221

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Televisions/ Accessories

Tickets

BUS TRIPS

RADIO CITY MUSIC HALL CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR

12/4, 1:00 pm Show Orch. $156 12/9,1 :00 pm Show 2nd Mezz. $91 12/11,2:00 pm Show, Orch. $156 12/16,1:00 pm Show 2nd Mezz. $91 12/17 11:30am Show Orch. $156 2nd Mezz. $121

DECK THE HALLS WINE TOUR at Seneca Lake Sat. 12/3. $186 per couple Receive a Free Christmas Wreath

NEW YORK CITY SHOPPING

12/4 & 12/10 Only $35 BASKETBALL AT MSG 12/10 DUKE VS. WASHINGTON PITTSBURGH VS. OKLAHOMA STATE $85 or $115

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Tools

LADDER, Aluminum extension folds,to step, scaffold etc, new. $75. 570-675-6513 TOOLS. saws, and various others. Moving must sell. $140 for all 570-235-5216

786 Toys & Games AFUIT FRIENDS new in box, Sage $55. Willa $68. Logan $75 and Serafina $80. 570-899-3372 CHRISTMAS DOLL on 3 wheel bicycle, blonde hair, blue eyes, 18” H $25. 570-696-1927 DOLLHOUSE custom made, 35 years old, 8 rooms. For all items: $150 or best offer. 570-256-3933

788

Stereo/TV/ Electronics

STEREO: 240 Watt JVC Stereo. 3 Disc changer. Excellent condition. $80 or best offer. 570-592-3159

792

Video Equipment

DVD PLAYERS Samsung, $40. for both. 570-472-1646

796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise

NEED CASH? We Buy:

Gold & Gold coins, Silver, Platinum, old bills, Watches, Old Costume Jewelry, Diamonds, Gold Filled, Sterling Silver Flatware, Scrap Jewelry, Military items, old Tin & Iron Toys, Canadian coins & paper money, most foreign money (paper/coin). PAYING TOP DOLLAR FOR GOLD & SILVER COINS FROM VERY GOOD, VERY FINE & UNCIRCULATED. Visit our new location @ 134 Rt. 11, Larksville next to WOODY’S FIRE PLACE & PRO FIX.

We make house calls!

Buyer & seller of antiques! We also do upholstering. 570-855-7197 570-328-3428

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

Guaranteed Buying all video games & systems. PS1 & 2, Xbox, Nintendo, Atari, Coleco, Sega, Mattel, Gameboy, Vectrex etc. DVD’s, VHS & CDs & Pre 90’s toys,

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1150 S. Main Scranton Mon - Sat, 12pm – 6pm 570-822-9929

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796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise

VITO’S & GINO’S Wanted: Junk Cars & Trucks Highest Prices Paid!! FREE PICKUP

288-8995

WANTED JEWELRY

815

Dogs

ROTTWEILER 1 year old. AKC

St. Bernard, Poms, Yorkies, Maltese, Husky, Rotties, Doberman, Golden, Dachshund, Poodle, 570-453-6900 570-389-7877

YORKIES

Registered. Ready to go by Christmas. Taking deposits. Small $750 to $850. Pictures available. 570-436-5083 570-788-2963

Pet Supplies

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1092 Highway 315 Blvd (Plaza 315) 315N .3 miles after Motorworld

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

London PM Gold Price

Dec. 1: $1,752.00 Visit us at WilkesBarreGold.com Or email us at wilkesbarregold@ yahoo.com

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

ALDEN 800 PETS & ANIMALS 810

Cats

CATS & KITTENS 12 weeks & up.

All shots, neutered, tested,microchipped

VALLEY CAT RESCUE

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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

CROSSIN REAL ESTATE

ASHLEY

KITTENS, FREE, 7 weeks old, litter trained. 570-417-1506

815

3 bedroom, 1 bath 2 story in good location. Fenced yard with 2 car detached garage. Large attic for storage. Gas heat. $79,900 Call Ruth Smith 570-696-1195 or 570-696-5411

Dogs

SMITH HOURIGAN GROUP ASHLEY

PAWS

Call 829-7130 Place your pet ad and provide us your email address This will create a seller account online and login information will be emailed to you from gadzoo.com “The World of Pets Unleashed” You can then use your account to enhance your online ad. Post up to 6 captioned photos of your pet Expand your text to include more information, include your contact information such as e-mail, address phone number and or website.

PITBULL/LAB MIX PUPS

7 weeks old. 4 black, $50 each. 2 yellow, 1 white, $100 each. Call 570-836-1090

796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise

Delightfully pleasant. This home has been totally remodeled, a great buy for your money. New modern kitchen with all appliances, living room and dining room have new hardwood floors. Nice size 3 bedrooms. 1 car garage. Be sure to see these values. MLS 11-2890 $68,000 Call Theresa Eileen R. Melone Real estate 570-821-7022

ASHLEY

Not in Flood Zone 77 Cook Street

2 or 3 bedroom Single Home for Sale. Off street parking. Large yard. $82,000 Negotiable (570) 814-4730

796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise

570-735-1487

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FOR SALE BY OWNER. Very nice split level home. 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths with over-sized jacuzzi. Living room with fireplace. Kitchen with dining area, family room, rec room with pool table. Garage with opener. Central air. 3 season sun room, deck, large fenced lot with shed. In great neighborhood. $189,900 (570) 540-0157 AVOCA Renovated 3 bedroom, 2 story on corner lot. New roof & windows. New kitchen, carpeting & paint. Hardwood floors, gas fireplace & garage. All appliances included. A MUST SEE. $119,000. 570-457-1538 Leave Message

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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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

BACK MOUNTAIN

CATS

Loveable, free to a good home. Male & female litter mates. Both house trained & neutered. Need good home due to allergies. Very well behaved & good natured. Call 570-362-0277

AVOCA

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FISH TANK. 29 gal. glass with oak stand, hood, heater, filter, air pump, replacement filters, food, test kit, etc. $175 540-814-6167

Mon-Sat 10am -6pm Closed Sundays

Remodeled 2 or 3 bedroom home. Large yard. Nice porch. Low traffic. Not in flood area. Asking $82,000. Deremer Realty 570-477-1149

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906 Homes for Sale

BEAR CREEK

DALLAS

906 Homes for Sale

DALLAS

DURYEA

* NEW LISTING! * Ruckno built home in Shrine Acres. Double lot, 20x40 in-ground pool in rear with great privacy. Cedar sided, updated roof and heating system. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, lots of closets, hardwood floors, 1-car garage. MLS#11-4134 $279,900 Maribeth Jones 570-696-6565

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

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906 Homes for Sale

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SUNDAY, DECEMBER 4 NOON TO 4:00 PM 529 SR 292 E For sale by owner

475 East Ave. Top to bottom re-do for this beautiful 3 bedroom, 1.75 bath, 2 story home located in the Meadow Run Lake community of Bear Creek. Tranquil setting, modern interior all re-done, granite countertops in the kitchen, exterior with new landscaping and stone patio with lake frontage to name a few! MLS 11-1643 $329,900 Call Jay A. Crossin 570-288-0770 Ext. 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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

DALLAS

DRUMS

DURYEA REDUCED

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

DURYEA REDUCED!

BEAR CREEK

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

BEAR CREEK

Meadow Run Road Enjoy the exclusive privacy of this 61 acre, 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with vaulted ceilings and open floor plan. Elegant formal living room, large airy family room and dining room and gorgeous 3 season room opening to large deck with hot tub. Modern eat in kitchen with island, gas fireplace, upstairs and wood burning stove downstairs. This stunning property boasts a relaxing pond and walking trail. Sit back and savor the view MLS 11-3462 $443,900 Sandy Rovinski Ext. 26 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 BEAR CREEK VILLAGE 333 Beaupland 10-1770

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

BLAKESLEE

Quiet Country Living

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

570-643-2100

248 Overbrook Rd. Lovely 4 bedroom cape cod situated in a private setting on a large lot. Vaulted ceiling in dining room, large walk in closet in 1 bedroom on 2nd floor. Some replacement windows. Call Today! MLS 11-2733 $125,000 Jay A. Crossin Extension 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

Sand Springs 12 Sand Hollow Rd. Nearly new 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath town home. Huge Master with 2 closets full bath. 1 car attached garage, wooded lot, end unit. Cul-de-sac. Great golf community. MLS 11-2411 $172,000 Call Connie Eileen R. Melone Real Estate 570-821-7022

DALLAS

DUPONT

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

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

DUPONT

INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY

DALLAS

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

DALLAS

PRICE REDUCED! 314 Loyalville Rd 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 $159,900 Five Mountains Realty 570-542-2141

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DALLAS

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

P E N D I N G

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DUPONT

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

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

** OPEN HOUSE ** SUNDAY, NOV-13 12NOON-2PM 148 E Center Hill Rd. Conveniently located, roomy & comfortable 2 story awaits your family. 3 bedrooms 1.5 bath, hardwood floors, new deck, pool & new windows MLS#11-3815 $149,000 Call Tracy Zarola 570-696-0723 ** OPEN HOUSE ** SUNDAY, NOV-6 12NOON-2PM

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

DURYEA

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

P E N D I N G

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DURYEA

Wonderful neighborhood, this 4 bedroom, 10 year old home has it all!. Extra room on first floor, great for mother in law suite or Rec Room. Mod oak kit, Living Room, central air,in ground pool, fenced yard, and attached 2 car garage. Great family home! For more info and photos visit: www. atlas realtyinc.com 11-3732 $239,900 Call Nancy Bohn 570-237-0752

DURYEA

906 Homes for Sale

EDWARDSVILLE

EXETER

32 Atlantic Ave 3 bedroom. Great starter home. Almost completely remodeled. 11-2108 $87,000 Darcy J. Gollhardt, Realtor 570-262-0226 CLASSIC PROPERTIES 570-718-4959 Ext. 1352

44 Orchard St. 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath single, modern kitchen with appliances, sunroom, hardwood floors on 1st and 2nd floor. Gas heat, large yard, OSP. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-1866 $137,999 Call Lu-Ann 570-602-9280

EDWARDSVILLE

EXETER 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

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Kitchen, Living room, dining area, 2 bedroom, full bath & pantry. Was in Flood - took up to 3” on first level. $15,000 firm. Call (570) 780-0324

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EDWARDSVILLE

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

Nice income property conveniently located. Property has many upgrades including all new replacement windows, very well maintained. All units occupied, separate utilities. For more info and photos visit:www.atlas realtyinc.com 11-3283 $89,900 Call Nancy Bohn 570-237-0752

EDWARDSVILLE NOT IN FLOOD ZONE 319 Bennett Street For Sale by Owner Two story, 2-unit home. Live in one unit rent the other to pay mortgage or great investment property. Small fenced-in yard and detached garage.

$65,000 Negotiable Call Tara 570-430-1962

DURYEA PRICE REDUCED

Not in Flood Zone Single family house, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, oil heat, unfinished basement, small yard, $30,000 neg. Call 570-457-3340

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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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EXETER

OPEN HOUSE Sunday 12pm-5pm

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

EDWARDSVILLE

SUNDAY 12/4/11 1PM TO 3PM 314 Bennett Street NOT IN FLOOD ZONE Refashioned 3 or 4 bedroom, two full modern baths. Two story, 2300sf, level yard with new landscaping and 1 car garage. New everything in this charming must see property. Custom blinds throughout. Great neighborhood. Park beyond the backyard. MLS# 11-3776 $164,900 Call Patti 570-328-1752 Liberty Realty & Appraisal Services LLC

908 Primrose Court Move right into this newer 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath Townhome with many upgrades including hardwood floors throughout and tiled bathrooms. Lovely oak cabinets in the kitchen, central air, fenced in yard, nice quiet neighborhood. MLS 11-2446 $123,000 Call Don Crossin 570-288-0770 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-287-0770

EDWARDSVILLE

Single Family Dwelling

192 Hillside Ave

570-288-6654

DURYEA 314 Edward St

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

906 Homes for Sale

DURYEA

Blueberry Hill. 3 bedroom ranch. Large lot with pool. $339,500 No Realtors For more details call 570-406-1128

DURYEA

DALLAS 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

DURYEA

906 Homes for Sale

New Listing!

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

362 Susquehanna Ave 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

EXETER REDUCED

128 JEAN ST. Nice bi-level home on quiet street. Updated exterior. Large family room, extra deep lot. 2 car garage, enclosed rear porch and covered patio. For more information and photos visit: www. atlasrealtyinc.com MLS 11-2850 $184,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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1021 Wyoming Ave

2 unit duplex, 2nd floor tenant-occupied, 1st floor unoccupied, great rental potential. Separate entrances to units, one gas furnace, new electrical with separate meters for each unit. The 1st floor apartment when rented out generated $550 per month. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com 11-4247 $52,000 Call Nancy Bohn 570-237-0752

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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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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

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HANOVER TWP. 10 Lyndwood Ave

HANOVER TWP.

HUGHESTOWN

KINGSTON

2 story in good condition with 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath, eat-in kitchen, 2 car garage, fenced yard & new gas heat. $44,000 Call Ruth Smith 570-696-1195 or 570-696-5411

304 Division St Fix & make $$$! 1/2 double. 3 bedrooms. 11-2407 $22,900 Darcy J. Gollhardt, Realtor 570-262-0226 CLASSIC PROPERTIES 570-718-4959 Ext. 1352

Awesome Kingston Cape on a great street! Close to schools, library, shopping, etc. Newer gas furnace and water heater. Replacement windows, hardwood flooring, recently remodeled kitchen with subway tiled backsplash. Alarm system for your protection and much more. MLS #11-1577 $154,900. Call Pat Busch (570) 885-4165

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 HANOVER TWP.

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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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LAFLIN 24 Fordham Road

LILY LAKE

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. Call Bob at 570-654-1490

KINGSTON

20 Dexter St. , Nice starter home with shed - MOVE-IN READY! Fenced yard. Security system. Roof 2006. Hanover Area School District. This home would be eligible for the Luzerne County Growing Homeowners Initiative. MLS #11-3023 $ 39,000 Call Tracy Zarola 570-696-0723

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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. Three car attached garage with full walkup attic PLUS another 2 car detached garage. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-831 $267,000 Call Nancy Bohn 570-237-0752

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HARVEYS LAKE 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

HANOVER TWP.

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

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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

P E N D I N G

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

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189 Rock St. Spacious home with 4 bedrooms and large rooms. Nice old woodwork, staircase, etc. Extra lot for parking off Kenley St. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3404 $99,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

HUNLOCK CREEK

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 JENKINS TWP 2 Owen Street

HARVEYS LAKE

KINGSTON 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

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Completely remodeled interior & exterior. All furnishings included. Price reduced. $49,500. MLS 11-2895 Call Jim Banos 570-991-1883

HARVEYS LAKE

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

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HANOVER TWP.

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

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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

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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 $64,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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

Sell your own home! Place an ad HERE 570-829-7130 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 KINGSTON

HARVEYS LAKE

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

Now available. Both sides of duplex for sale. Each unit being sold individually. Well maintained and in nice neighborhood, has new roof and large yard. 19 is $35,000, 21 is $37,000. Call Holly Kozlowski Gilroy Real Estate 570-288-1444

129 S. Dawes Ave. 4 bdoo 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

S O L D

KINGSTON 171 Third Ave

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

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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

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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 $124,900 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

68 Bennett St

Great duplex on nice street. Many upgrades including modern kitchens and baths, plus ceiling fans. Both units occupied,separate utilities. For more info and phtos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com 11-3284 $74,900 Call Nancy Bohn 570-237-0752

KINGSTON

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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

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

KINGSTON 83 E. Vaughn St

Yes, it’s really true, $109,900. 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 MUST SELL $109,900 Open to Negotiation Joan Evans Real Estate 570-824-5763

LAFLIN

22 Dogwood Drive Beautifully kept home on a quiet dead-end street. Handicap accessible. Convenient Laflin location, close to interstate and turnpike. Last home on street makes it very private and quiet! Home features large basement with extra ceiling height, living room opens to modern, eat-in kitchen, 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths. Beautifully landscaped yard with large deck and pond. MLS#11-3432 $218,900 Chris Jones 570-696-6558

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KINGSTON 58 S. Welles Ave

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

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

290 REYNOLDS ST. KINGSTON PRICE REDUCED! Brick front 2-story in a desirable Kingston neighborhood. 4 bedrooms, 3 baths will give you all the room you need for family, guests or just room to spread out! The living room has a fireplace to enjoy a cozy evening, formal dining room & large eat-in kitchen for family dinners or a quiet morning breakfast. Many upgrades were done by the owner prior to listing and the house is freshly painted inside and the carpets were cleaned. All you need to do is move in and enjoy the upcoming holidays and many more years. Call today for an appointment. For more information and photos, go to prudentialreal estate.com and enter PRU2A8T2 in the “Home Search”. Price Reduced to $148,900. The seller is motivated and says “Make me an offer”. MLS#11-364 Reduced to $148,900 Mary Ellen Belchick 696-6566

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 NUANGOLA Lance Street

Very comfortable 2 bedroom home in move in condition. Great sun room, large yard, 1 car garage. Deeded lake access. Reduced $119,000 Call Kathie MLS # 11-2899

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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 $299,000 or rent for $1,250/mos Maribeth Jones 570-696-6565

LUZERNE

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

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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

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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

15 Albert Road Home in good condition! Nice rear yard! Basement is heated & semi finished! Hardwood floors under carpet! MLS#11-3703 $134,000 Jim Graham at 570-715-9323

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262 WALNUT ST. Nicely redone 2 story on large fenced corner lot. Updates include, vinyl siding, windows, electric service & wiring, newer carpeting, 2 zoned gas heat and all new 2nd floor (gutted and reinsulated. 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, large eat in kitchen, 1st floor laundry and attached shed that could be a nice 2nd bath. Shed and off street parking for 6 cars. MLS 11-2564 $104,900 Mark R. Mason 570-331-0982 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

MOSCOW

331 Gudz Road

Private country living, with easy access to interstate. Relax and enjoy this comfortable A-Frame home. Jacuzzi, large deck and gorgeous pond. Great for entertaining inside and out. For more photos and info visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3285 $249,900 Call Nancy Bohn 570-237-0752

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16 Hazlenut Drive New granite counter tops/island! 3 zone heat, nice lower level finished with walkout, huge inground pool, fenced yard! Large bedroom sizes. Large family room with fireplace & new carpet. New garage door! Hardwood in living room & dining room. MLS #11-2270 $389,000 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

803 Aspen Drive Brand new carpet in lower level family room! Hardwood on 1st floor dining room, living room, bedrooms & hall! Large rear deck. Master bedroom opens to deck! Private rear yard! Basement door opens to garage. MLS #11-2282 $199,000 Jim Graham at 570-715-9323

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NANTICOKE Reduced - $89,000

PITTSTON REDUCED

PITTSTON TWP. REDUCED

NEW LISTING – Nestled on just under an acre just minutes from 81S this colonial offers 2194 sq. ft. of living area plus a finished basement. Enjoy your summer evenings on the wrap around porch or take a quick dip in the above ground pool with tier deck. The covered pavilion is ideal for picnics or gatherings And when the winter winds blow cuddle in front of the gas fireplace and enjoy a quiet night. Price to sell, $185,900 Ann Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

25 Shea St 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

PITTSTON

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 $79,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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10 Norman St. Brick 2 story home with 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, large family room with fireplace. Lower level rec room, large driveway for plenty of parking. Just off the by-pass with easy access to all major highways. For more info and photos visit: www. atlasrealtyinc.com. MLS 11-2887 $169,900 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

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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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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

For Sale By Owner 2+ acre lot. 4 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath, 2 story home. Hardwood floors. New roof. Large detached garage. Crestwood area school district. $69,000. Needs some TLC. Call 570-868-8223

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

NANTICOKE

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

P E N D I N G

95 William St. 1/2 double home with more square footage than most single family homes. 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, ultra modern kitchen and remodeled baths. Super clean. For more information and photos visit www.atlas realtyinc. com MLS 11-2120 $54,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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168 Elizabeth Street Sturdy ranch in Oregon Section. 3/4 bedrooms, 2 baths. Price $92,500. Call Stephen 570-814-4183

PITTSTON

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 $62,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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

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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

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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. $89,500. Seller Assist of $5,000 Call Bill Remey @ 570-714-6123

NANTICOKE

44 Lambert Street 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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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 $29,900 Joan Evans Real Estate 570-824-5763

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3 bedroom, 2 bath bi-level in good condition with 2 car garage, eat-in kitchen and living room/dining room combo. Lower level has framed out family room with brick fireplace. Very nice lot. Electric base board heat. $139,900 Call Ruth Smith 570-696-1195 or 570-696-5411

SMITH HOURIGAN GROUP PLAINS 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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East Noble Street Nice two family on the east side. Gas heat. Detached 2 car garage. Affordable @ $69,500. Call Jim for details TOWNE & COUNTRY R.E. CO. 570-735-8932 570-542-5708

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

1 Willow St. Attractive bi-level on corner lot with private fenced in yard. 3-4 bedrooms and 1.5 baths. Finished lower level, office and laundry room MLS 11-2674 $104,900 Jay A. Crossin Ext. 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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OUT OF FLOOD AREA Beautifully redone 3-4 bedroom, 2 bath bi-level with garage on cozy corner lot near Valley West High School. New Paint, Carpeting, Appliances & more. $125,000. 570-706-5496

PLYMOUTH

OUT OF FLOOD ZONE North Street Large raised ranch with 2 car garage. Modern kitchen, 3 bedrooms, living room, family room, 3 season porch, finished lower level with 1½ bath & laundry. $139,900 570-779-2424

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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

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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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 SWEET VALLEY 570 Grassy Pond Rd

4 Genoa Lane There is much attention to detail in this magnificent 2 story, 4 bedroom, 2 full bath all brick home on double corner lot. Large family room with brick fireplace, all oak kitchen with breakfast area, master suite, solid oak staircase to name a few. MLS #11-3268 $525,000 Jay A. Crossin Ext. 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-07770

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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. Borders state game lands. MLS 11-1094 $319,900 FIVE MOUNTAINS REALTY 570-542-2141

SWOYERSVILLE

120 Barber St. Nice Ranch home, great neighborhood. MLS 11-3365 $109,000 Call David Krolikowski 570-288-0770 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

SWOYERSVILLE 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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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! Reduced $115,900

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PLAINS TOWNSHIP

74 Mack Street Modern 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 baths with a 1 car garage and fenced yard. Combination living room/ dinning room with hardwood floors. Modern kitchen with Corian counter tops and tiled backsplash. Modern tiled bath. First floor bonus family rooms. New carpeting throughout. Finished lower level with 1/2 bath. Shed included. MLS 11-4241 $119,900 Call Darren Snyder Marilyn K Snyder Real Estate 570-825-2468

SUNDAY, DEC-11 12 NOON – 2 PM 50 Broad Street, Nicely appointed, all brick Ranch with brand new kitchen features wood cabinetry, granite countertop, new stove and dishwasher, microwave. Totally renovated bath with beautiful decorative tile & double vanity. Refinished original hardwood floors. This home has a phenomenal view from the kitchen, living room & dining room. Lower level has kitchenette, full bath & plenty of dry walled area. MLS#11-1844 Directions: Rte 11 turn on Northampton St., straight on Main, follow to right on Williams, left on Hurbane, right on Conner, right on Broad St. Call Margaret Reasonably priced at $174,900. 613-9080

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SWOYERSVILLE

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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WHITE HAVEN

604 Lily Lake Road 3 bedroom home in beautiful country setting. Large 3 stall detached garage. Priced to sell. MLS#11-1046 $104,900 Owner willing to sell separate detached garage parcel for $39,900

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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WEST PITTSTON

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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 REDUCED $199,900 FIVE MOUNTAINS REALTY 570-542-2141 SHICKSHINNY 178 SWEET VALLEY RD

NEW Brick Ranch on 1 acre. (11-4576) $274,000 O’BOYLE REAL ESTATE LLC 570-586-2911

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

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

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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

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610 Church St. Attractive cape cod on a large, open lot in a great neighborhood. Bright, eat-in kitchen, finished lower level rec room, updated gas furnace and electrical. MLS# 11-3562 PRICE REDUCED $139,900. Call Steve Shemo (570) 288-1401 (570) 793-9449

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 $124,900 Call Patty Lunski 570-735-7494 EXT 304 ANTONIK & ASSOC. 570-735-7494

SWOYERSVILLE

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

WEST WYOMING

For Sale By Owner

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

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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

570-643-2100 C21poconos.com 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

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

WEST WYOMING

550 JOHNSON ST

SWOYERSVILLE

67 Watkins St Large 4 bedroom with many attractive details emanating from the French door entrance foyer. MLS#11-3962 $135,000 Call Al Clemont 570-371-9381

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

438 Tripp St

SWOYERSVILLE

PRINGLE

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SHAVERTOWN

TOTAL BEAUTY 1 ACRE- PRIVACY Beautiful ranch 2 993 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

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

SHAVERTOWN

PRINGLE 372 Hoyt Street

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

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135 Game Drive Charming Pocono style log home. $5,000 acres of PA Gamelands in your backyard. 2,000 sq. ft. decorated with the latest Pocono Mountain Themes and is loaded with extra features. MLS 11-1539 $229,900

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

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

WILKES-BARRE

116 Amber Lane Ver y nice bilevel 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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WILKES-BARRE

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

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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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WILKES-BARRE

64 West River St

Beautifully restored 1890 Queen Anne with working elevator located in Wilkes-Barre's Historic District built by Fred Kirby close to riverfront parks and downtown shops and restaurants. This architectural gem has six bedrooms & 5 baths and a modern kitchen with granite counters and SS appliances. Original 2-story carriage house with for two cars. Hot tub included. MLS 11-2316. $329,900 Call Darren Snyder 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 WILKES-BARRE

WILKES-BARRE 185 West River St

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

WILKES-BARRE

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

WILKES-BARRE

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

WILKES-BARRE 62 Schuler St

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

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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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3 bedroom, single home. $22,500. Must Sell. Call 570-956-2385

WILKES-BARRE

Great 3 bedroom home in mint condition. Hardwood floors, fenced lot, garage. MLS#11-2834 $83,900. (570) 237-1032 (570) 288-1444

WILKES-BARRE

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

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WILKES-BARRE

Parsons Section 32 Wilson St No need for flood or mine subsidence insurance. 2 story, 3 bedroom, 1 bath home in a safe, quiet neighborhood. Aluminum siding. Corner, 105’x50’ lot. Fenced in yard. Appraised at $57,000. Serious inquiries only. Call 570-826-1458 for appointment

WILKES-BARRE

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

WILKES-BARRE SOUTH

3 bedroom, 2 story, with brick & stucco siding. Beautiful hardwood floors. Semi-modern kitchen. Finished basement with fireplace. Covered back porch. Priced to sell. $79,900. MLS 11-2987 Besecker Realty 570-675-3611

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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

WILKES-BARRE

PRICE REDUCED! 1007 Morgan Drive Beautiful two-story traditional home 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 $229,900 Karen Ryan 570-283-9100 x14

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WYOMING

40 Fifth st

Very nice 2family,one side move in the other rented separate utilities, 6 rooms each side plus 1/2 bath upstairs each side. Wonderful neighborhood plus short walking distance to Wyoming Avenue. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com 11-4027 $124,900 Call Nancy Bohn 570-237-0752

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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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1702 W. Eighth St. 1 story Ranch with 100x200 lot, paved driveway, new energy star replacement windows. Excellent starter home. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 11-2912 $89,500 Fred Mecadon 570-817-5792

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AVOCA

25 St. Mary’s St. 3,443 sq. ft. masonry commercial building with warehouse/office and 2 apartments with separate electric and heat. Perfect for contractors or anyone with storage needs. For more information and photos log onto www.atlas realtyinc.com. Reduced to $89,000 MLS #10-3872 Call Charlie 570-829-6200 VM 101

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JENKINS TWP.

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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PITTSTON

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

WYOMING

KINGSTON EDWARDSVILLE 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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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

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WILKES-BARRE

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

366 Pierce St. Commercial building for sale.Highly desirable corner location with parking for approximately 25 vehicles. Would be attractive for any retail or commercial operation. MLS 11-2763 $300,000 Jay A. Crossin Extension 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

SALE OR LEASE PRICE REDUCED Modern office building, parking for 12 cars. Will remodel to suit tenant. $1800/mo or purchase for $449,000 MLS 11-751 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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

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PITTSTON

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WYOMING

14 West Sixth St.

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

YATESVILLE PRICE REDUCED

89-91 Hillside St. Out of the flood plain, this double has potential. Newer roof and some windows have been replaced. Property includes a large extra lot. MLS 11-3463 $87,000 Call Roger Nenni Ext. 32 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 5770-288-0770

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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 FORTY FORT

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Willow View Dev. 7 Osborne Drive This home features a great layout with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, family room with fireplace in a beautiful development. Just add your own touches and you’ll have a wonderful home. For more info and photos visit: www. atlasrealtyinc.com. MLS 11-4320 $229,000 Call Terry 570-885-3041 Angie 570-885-4896

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64-66 Dorrance St. 3 units, off street parking with some updated Carpets and paint. $1500/month income from long time tenants. W/d hookups on site. MLS 11-3517 $109,900 Call Jay A. Crossin Ext. 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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EDWARDSVILLE

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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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

MOUNTAIN TOP

Crestwood Schools! 126 Acres for Sale! Mostly wooded with approx. 970 ft on Rt. 437 in Dennison Twp. $459,000 Call Jim Graham at 570-715-9323

PITTSTON

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WEST WYOMING 331 Holden St 10-847 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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1012 Wyoming Ave. SUPER LOCATION Needs work. Priced to sell. Great for your small business or offices. Very high traffic count. Property is being sold IN AS IS CONDITION. Inspections for buyers information only. Property needs rehab. MLS 11-4267 $84,900 Roger Nenni 570-288-0770 Ext. 32 Crossin Real Estate 570-288-0770

HUGHESTOWN

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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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

406-408 Front St. 4,400 SF commercial building with storefront and living space on the 2nd floor. This building can be used for commercial applications or convert it into a double block. Property being sold “AS IS”. MLS 11-4271 $40,000 John Polifka 570-704-6846 Five Mountains Realty 570-542-2141

NANTICOKE

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

P E N D I N G

Former upholestry shop. 1st floor in need of a lot of TLC. 2nd floor apartment in good condition & rented with no lease. Storage area. Off street parking available.

PRICE$65,000 REDUCED!

Contact Judy Rice 714-9230 MLS# 11-572

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

SHAVERTOWN LAND Harford Ave.

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

WYOMING COUNTY

14+ acres, Rt. 29 Noxen, bordering StateGame Lands. Great for hunting or private home site. Low taxes. $105,000. Please call 570-690-5951

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ASHLEY PARK

WYOMING PRICE REDUCED!

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

930 Wanted to Buy Real Estate Many possibilities for this building. 40 + parking spaces, 5 offices, 3 baths and warehouse. $425,000 Maria Huggler Classic Properties 570-587-7000

WEST WYOMING

379-381 Sixth St. Perfect first home for you with one side paying most of your mortgage. Would also make a nice investment with all separate utilities and nice rents. Large fenced yard, priced to sell. Don’t wait too long. Call today to schedule a tour. MLS 11-1453 REDUCED!! $84,900 Mark R. Mason 570-331-0982 CROSS REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

WILKES-BARRE

101 Old River Road

Any Situation

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

912 Lots & Acreage 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

SMITH HOURIGAN GROUP

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

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WE BUY HOMES 570-956-2385

EXETER

Ida Acres, Wyoming Area School District. 6 lots remain, starting at $38,000. Private setting. Underground utilities. 570-947-4819

EXETER

Out of flood area. 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

WE BUY HOUSES 570-472-3472

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DALLAS

2 bedrooms, fridge, w/d and stove provided, off-street parking, no pets. $650/mo + utilities, & security. Water & sewer included. Call 570-674-7898

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PLAINS

1 bedroom, refrigerator, stove and washer provided, no pets, $375./per month, Call (570) 239-6586

PLAINS

Furnished 1 bedroom, luxury apartment. EVERYTHING INCLUDED. Heat, hot water, A/C, electric, phone, cable. Private, no smoking, no pets. 570-954-0869

PLAINS

Furnished 1 bedroom, luxury apartment. EVERYTHING INCLUDED. Heat, hot water, A/C, electric, phone, cable. Private, no smoking, no pets. 570-954-0869

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WEST PITTSTON

Attractive 1 room furnished efficiency. Cherry kitchen cabinets, granite bath, built-ins, washer/ dryer. Security & references. Non smokers, no pets. $625. Includes heat & water. 570-655-4311

WILKES-BARRE

2 apartments. 3 bedroom, 1 bath. appliances incl. W/d in both. $650/mo plus utilities. Security deposit of $650. Call (717) 713-3902 before 9:00 p.m. to set an appointment or email: tarinhoupt @hotmail.com

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ASHLEY TWO APARTMENTS Brand new 2 bedroom, washer/dryer hookup, $550 month + utilities 4 bedroom, full basement, washer / dryer hookup, $500 month +. 570-868-6020

ASHLEY

We Care about the place you call home, & we want you to care about it too!! 2 & 3 bedrooms, reserved parking. Short block to bus stop. $675 & 725 rent includes heat/water/sewer & trash. Application, references, background check, smoke free, pet free, lease + security. Call Terry 570-824-1022

BACK MOUNTAIN

Cozy 2 bedroom. Heat & Appliances. $575/ month. 570-574-2588

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DALLAS TWP

CONDO FOR LEASE:

$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 DUPONT Completely remodeled, modern 2 bedroom townhouse style apartment. Lots of closet space, with new carpets and completely repainted. Includes stove, refrigerator, washer, dryer hook up. Nice yard & neighborhood, no pets. $595 + security. Call 570-479-6722

EXETER

2 bedroom, modern kitchen and bath, Includes OSP stove, fridge, heat, water, sewer. No Pets. $650. 570-693-1294

FALLS

1 bedroom, bath. Basement apt. Private entrance, offstreet parking. Utilities & appliances included. No smoking or pets $500/mo + security 570-388-6603

FORTY FORT

1 & 2 bedroom apts. very nice, clean, great neighborhood, hardwood floors, a/c, washer/dryer with newer appliances, storage, 1st/last/security with one year lease. References required. $650-$695 + utilities. Water/sewer by owner, no pets, non smoking. Call 202-997-9185 for appointment

FORTY FORT

PLYMOUTH FURNISHED APARTMENT Available immedi-

ately, refrigerator and stove provided, off-street parking, no pets, utilities all paid, Call (570) 881-0636

1 bedroom, excellent location, newly remodeled. Sunken living room. Oak floors kitchen and bath and w/w. Incl. fridge, stove, dishwasher. Coinop laundry in building. Off street parking. $750 includes all utilities. No smoking 570-779-4609 or 570-407-3991

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HANOVER TWP. 1 bedroom, 1 bath-

room, all appliances provided, off-street parking, no pets, no smoking. Heat, sewer, hot water included, $550 per month + 1st & last month & $400 security de-posit. Call: 570-852-0252 after 8:00 a.m.

HANOVER TWP. Lyndwood Ave.

3 bedrooms, 1st floor, in nice neighborhood. Dishwasher, washer/dryer hook up. Parking, porch storage. $600/per month + utilities & security deposit. Call 904-382-4509

HANOVER TWP.

Modern 1 bedroom, bath with shower, refrigerator and stove, washer/dryer hookup, off-street parking, $400/month, plus utilities, & security. Call 570-825-2431

Available Immediately

KINGSTON

1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments

WILKES - BARRE 2 bedroom with deck near Mohegan Sun. Included: appliances, carpeting, maintenance.

4 bedroom 1/2 double. Apps for January 2012 WE OFFER A DISCOUNT TO GOOD CREDIT HOLDERS!

REFERENCES, CREDIT CHECK,

LEASE REQUIRED.

570-899-3407 Tina Randazzo Property Mgr

KINGSTON - NEW Ford Avenue

Quiet 2 bedroom, second floor. Pantry, storage, w/d, garage. NO PETS $600 + security Call Jay at 570-430-0093

KINGSTON

1 bedroom. Available now. $425 + security & electric. Call 570-829-0847

KINGSTON 131 S. Maple Ave.

3 room apartment Shopping for a 2nd floor. Heat & new apartment? hot water included. Coin Laundry. Off Classified lets parking. No you compare costs - street pets/smoking. $645 without hassle 570-288-5600 or 570-479-0486 or worry! Get moving Doyouneedmorespace? with classified! A yard or garage sale in classified is the best way Newly remodeled large 2nd floor 1 tocleanoutyourclosets! bedroom apartment You’re in bussiness with hardwood with classified! floors. $750/month

HANOVER TWP.

+ utilities. Call John Thomas 570-287-1196 or 570-714-6124

SMITH HOURIGAN GROUP

HARVEYS LAKE

1 bedroom, LAKE FRONT apartments. Wall to wall, appliances, lake rights, off street parking. No Pets. Lease, security & references. 570-639-5920

HUDSON development,

In 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, refrigerator and stove, washer /dryer hookup, full basement, no pets, $625/month, water & sewer paid, security. 570-829-5378

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KINGSTON floor, 2 bed-

1st rooms, private parking, quiet neighborhood, near colleges. $600/month + utilities, 1 month rent & security. AVAILABLE NOW! 570-656-7125

KINGSTON 4 bedrooms, 1 bath-

room, stove provided, washer/dryer hookup, all gas heat, off-street parking, no pets, $795/month, plus utilities, & security Call 570-706-5628 or 570-574-5547 KINGSTON 595 MARKET ST

BRAND NEW 2 bedroom

apartment. $650 + utilities. No pets / No smoking. Off street parking, air, new appliances & microwave, laundry. Security, references & Background check required. 570-288-4508

KINGSTON

Newly remodeled 2 bedroom, dining & living room, off street parking. All new appliances. $575 month + utilities, security & references. Water & sewer included. Absolutely No Pets.570-239-7770

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Countryside Inn

Bear Creek Township Rooms starting at Daily $39.99 + tax Weekly $179.99 + tax

Available Upon Request: Microwave & Refrigerator

(570) 823-8027

www.casinocountrysideinn.com info@casinocountrysideinn.com

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Casino

WiFi HBO

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KINGSTON

FORTY FORT

Newly renovated, great neighborhood. Non smoking. Oak floors, new carpet in master bedroom. new windows, bath & 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

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SDK GREEN ACRES HOMES 11 Holiday Drive

Kingston “A Place To Call Home” Spacious 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Apts 3 Bedroom Townhomes Gas heat included

FREE

24hr on-site Gym Community Room Swimming Pool Maintenance FREE Controlled Access Patio/Balcony and much more... Call Today for Move In Specials. 570-288-9019

KINGSTON

Very nice, 3 room efficiency with bath. No pets. Nonsmoking. All utilities included. $575/mos Call 570-287-3985

KINGSTON Wyoming Avenue

2nd floor, 1 bedroom, appliances included, no pets, $425 + utilities. Call 570-287-9631 or 570-696-3936

KINGSTON

Wyoming Avenue 2nd floor, 1 bedroom, appliances, laundry room. $490 + electric. Security & references. 570-696-1600

LARKSVILLE

3 bedroom, 1 bath. $725. 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

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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LUZERNE 41 Mill Street.

Convenient to Cross Valley, large 2 bedroom, 2nd floor, large living room with ceiling fan, large bath with shower, utility room with washer & dryer, large closets professionally organized, off street parking, no smoking $595 + utilities. 570-288-3438

LUZERNE

Efficiency. 2 rooms plus bath. Some utilities included. $415/month Lease & security. Call after 6 p.m. 570-220-6533

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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W IL K E SW O O D A PAR TM E NTS

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822-4444

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MOUNTAIN TOP 3 bedroom, 2 bath

apartment. Off street parking. Big yard. Nice neighborhood. Crestwood school district. $1,000 + utilities, security & lease. Call 570-678-7801

MOUNTAIN TOP WOODBRYN 1 & 2 Bedroom.

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

Immediate Openings!

NANTICOKE 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. $525/mo + gas, electric, security, lease, credit, background check. (570) 696-3596

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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

PLAINS Remodeled

2nd floor, 1 bedroom apartment. New kitchen & bath. Pergo floor. Laundry room with Washer / dryer. Plenty of storage. Option to rent garage space for additional $50. Pets negotiable. $700 + security & utilities. Call 570-690-2579

PLYMOUTH

2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom,washer/dryer hook-up, enclosed porch, off-street parking, $475 per month + security + utilities. Call 570-821-9881 PLYMOUTH

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West Pittston, Pa. GARDEN VILLAGE APARTMENTS 221 Fremont St. Housing for the elderly & mobility impaired; all utilities included. Federally subsidized program. Extremely low income persons encouraged to apply. Income less than $12,250. 570-655-6555, 8 am-4 pm, Monday-Friday. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE

WILKES-BARRE

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

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

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

3 bedroom 2 story single home for rent with option to buy. Great opportunity for a buyer lacking down payment. Home is remodeled from top to bottom. Tenant pays utilities. $600/month. Call Judi 570-814-5319 or 570-474-6307

WILKES-BARRE 151 W. River St.

NANTICOKE

3 BEDROOM 1/2 DOUBLE Washer/dryer hook-

up. Off street parking: Garage & yard $640.+ utilities. Now accepting section 8. 570-237-5823 for appointment

NANTICOKE 3 bedroom, wall to

wall carpet, offstreet parking, $595 per month + utilities, security, lease. Also 2 bedroom $495. HUD accepted. Call 570-687-6216 or 570-954-0727

NANTICOKE

HANOVER SECTION

2 bedrooms, two floors, non-smoking, no pets, oil heat. $430 + security and references 570-678-5455 or 570-868-7020

NANTICOKE Second floor, 3 bed-

rooms, 2 full baths, appliances, air conditioning, heat & hot water, no smoking or pets. $625/ mo. 570-735-8939

NANTICOKE Spacious 1 bedroom apartment. Washer & dryer, full kitchen. No pets. $465 + electric. Call 570-262-5399

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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PITTSTON bedroom, 1st

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

ROTHSTEIN REALTORS 570-288-7594

PITTSTON AVAILABLE DEC. 1 2 bedroom, modern and clean. Includes stove and fridge. W/d hookup. Landlord pays sewer and garbage, tenant pays heat, water & electric. NO PETS Lease & security required. $550/mo 570-829-1578

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 TWP.

Attractive weekly & monthly rates for single & double rooms and suites. Water, heat, cable & maid service included. AMERICA’S BEST VALUE INN Call 570-655-1234

WILKES-BARRE

135 Westminster St., 2nd floor, 2 bedrooms, living room. Laundry hookup. Recently renovated. Pet friendly. Section 8 Welcome. $495 + utilities. Call 570-814-9700

SMITH HOURIGAN GROUP

PLYMOUTH

Large 2 bedroom 1 bath, ground floor. $545 per month + security. Landlord pays most utilities. Cats OK with pet deposit. 310-431-6851

SHAVERTOWN

2nd story 1 bedroom apartment. Garage parking. Back porch. Washer dryer. $575 + utilities & security. Call 570-406-4073 SHAVERTOWN APARTMENT Nifty location! 4 rooms, 1 bedroom, 1 bath, living room, kitchen and den. All appliances, owner pays utilities except electric. $700 month. No pets, 1 year lease, offstreet parking. Maribeth Jones 570-696-6565

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. $600. 570-969-9268

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. $600. 570-969-9268

WILKES-BARRE bedroom with

2 kitchen appliances. $550/month + utilities & 1 month security. No pets. Call 570-647-5053

WILKES-BARRE bedroom, 1 bath

SUGAR NOTCH Main Street

Modern 1st floor efficiency. $275 + security & utilities. No pets. Call 570-822-2032

SWOYERSVILLE

Available immediately, 2nd floor, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, refrigerator and stove, off-street parking, no pets, living room & kitchen. $385/month, plus utilities, & security. Call 570-287-0451 or 570-239-3897

SWOYERSVILLE

Roomy 1 bedroom. Extra large walk in closet. Equipped with range, refrigerator, washer & dryer. New tile bath. Security, references & lease. No pets. $575/month. Utilities by tenant. 570-287-5775 570-332-1048

WEST PITTSTON 203 Delaware Ave.

Out of flood zone. 4 rooms, no pets, no smoking, off street parking. Includes heat, water, sewer, fridge, stove, w/d. High security bldg. 1st floor or 2nd floor 570-655-9711

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

To place your ad call...829-7130 WEST PITTSTON

Spacious 2nd floor, 2 bedroom 1 bath apartment. Large eat-in kitchen. Off street parking. Utilities included except electricity. NO pets. $750/month. Call Judy Rice 570-714-9230

2 apartment near General Hospital. $525 utilities, first, last & security. No pets. 570-821-0463 570-417-3427

WILKES-BARRE

9 Sycamore St. (off W. Chestnut near General Hospital) Clean 1st floor, 1 bedroom, bath. Appliances with range, fridge, microwave, includes water and sewage. Section 8 welcome. No smoking or pets. Security $475 + utilities. 570-829-1253 570-817-5345 (c)

WILKES-BARRE

Clean, 2 bedroom, duplex. Stove, hookups, parking, yard. No pets/no smoking. $475 + utilities. Call 570-868-4444

WILKES-BARRE

Downtown. Unique, modern. 2,300 sq ft NY Loft style apartment. Oak hardwood floors, exposed brick walls, high ceilings. 12 bedrooms, 2 full baths. New tiled kitchen, living room & great room. Fireplace. Front / rear entrance with deck. Water incl. $1,500. 570-821-0435

WILKES-BARRE

Freshly painted 3 bedroom. Eat in kitchen. New floor & electrical fixtures. Pets OK. Water & sewage included. $525. First and security a must. Call 570-223-6252

WILKES-BARRE

“GENERAL HOSPITAL” VICINITY

Super Clean, remodeled compact 3 rooms, laundry, appliances, off street parking 1 car. $470 + utilities. EMPLOYMENT, CREDIT, LEASE REQUIRED. NO PETS/SMOKING. Managed Building!

AMERICA REALTY 288-1422

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WILKES-BARRE In desirable area. 2 bedrooms, newly renovated, close to public transportation. $500/month + utilities. 973-216-9174

WILKES-BARRE

LAFAYETTE GARDENS ! S AVE MONEY THIS YEAR

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

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

WILKES-BARRE

MAYFLOWER 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

Meyers Court. 3 bedroom end unit townhouse. $690 + utilities. For more info visit: DreamRentals.net or call 570-288-3375

WILKES-BARRE SOUTH SECURE BUILDINGS

1 & 2 bedroom apartments. Starting at $440 and up. References required. Section 8 ok. 570-332-5723

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

Center City WB

FREE HIGH SPEED INTERNET! Why pay extra for

internet? Our new leases include a FREE high speed connection! Affordable modern office space at the Luzerne Bank Building on Public Square. Rents include internet, heat, central air, utilities, trash removal, and nightly cleaning all without a sneaky CAM charge. Parking available at the intermodal garage via our covered bridge. 300SF to 5000SF available. We can remodel to suit. Brokers protected. Call Jeff Pyros at 570-822-8577

DOLPHIN PLAZA

Rte. 315 1,200 - 2,000 SF Office / Retail Call 570-829-1206

FORTY FORT

Free standing building. Would be great for any commercial use. 1900 sq. ft. on the ground floor with an additional 800 sq. ft in finished lower level. Excellent location, only 1 block from North Cross Valley Expressway and one block from Wyoming Ave (route 11) Take advantage of this prime location for just $850 per month! 570-262-1131

Line up a place to live in classified!

HANOVER TWP

Parkway Plaza Sans Souci Parkway Commercial Space For Lease 1,200 sq. ft. starting at $700/ month. Off street parking. Central heat & air. Call 570-991-0706

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 PLAINS

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

OFFICE SPACE

HANOVER TWP.

EDROOM

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 1 bedroom, 2nd

floor, off-street parking. Stove, fridge, washer, dryer included. Utilities by tenant. $425 + security. Non smoking. No pets. 570-885-0843

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

WYOMING

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

Commercial Properties

WILKES-BARRE Great Business

Opportunity 1,500 square feet, available immediately. High traffic area, excellent street visibility on the Sans Souci Hwy. Call 570-760-5215

WYOMING

72’ x 200’ VACANT COMMERCIAL LOT 233 Wyoming Ave, Route 11. For Sale or lease. Call 570-388-6669

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WEST PITTSTON

5 locking garages/ storage units for rent. 9’x11’ & 9’x14’. $50/month. Call 570-357-1138

950

Half Doubles

ALDEN / NANTICOKE

Modern. 2.5 Bedrooms. Gas Heat. Hookups. Parking. Enclosed porch. Large yard. No Pets. $535 + utilities & security. 570-824-8786

ASHLEY bedroom.

3 New carpeting, flooring & painted. Washer/ dryer hook up. $525 + security & utilities. Not approved for Section 8 or CEO Assistance. No pets 570-822-7657 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/month, plus utilities, & security deposit. Call 570-262-1196

EDWARDSVILLE NICE NEIGHBORHOOD

564 Garfield St. For lease, available 12/1/11, 3 bedrooms, 1 bath room, refrigerator & stove provided, washer/dryer hookup, no pets, fenced yard on corner lot. $575./per month, plus utilities, $575./security deposit. Call (570) 542-4904 before 7:00 p.m. to set an appointment or email obuhosky@epix.net.

End unit. Former beauty salon would also be suitable for retail store. High traffic area. $800 per month. (11-4214) Call John Thomas 570-287-1196 or 570-714-6124

PITTSTON COOPERS CO-OP

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 *

3 bedroom. Washer/dryer hook up. Off street parking. New furnace. Yard. Application process required. Tenant pays utilities & security. $500/mos 570-714-1296

GLEN LYON

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

HARVEYS LAKE

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

Nice 2 bedroom. $850/ month + utilities. 570-639-2202

315 PLAZA

Sprague Ave. Charming, Spacious 6 room, 2 bedroom duplex, includes 2nd and 3rd floor. Convenient to Wyoming Ave. Washer/dryer hook-up, basement storage, $550 / month + utilities, security & lease. NO PETS.570-793-6294

750 & 1750 square feet and NEW SPACE 3,500 square feet OFFICE/RETAIL 570-829-1206

WAREHOUSE/LIGHT MANUFACTURING OFFICE SPACE PITTSTON Main St.

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

950

Half Doubles

NANTICOKE

2 bedroom. Wall to wall carpet. Backyard. Washer dryer hookup. $450 + security. Call 570-472-2392

NANTICOKE

636 S. Walnut St. Pets okay with security. Freshly painted. $500, must have 1st & security up front. Call 570-223-6252 leave message

PITTSTON

1/2 Double 161 Butler Street 3 bedroom. Great location. $600 + utilities. 570-407-4140

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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

W. PITTSTON/EXETER

2 or 3 bedroom. 1.5 bath. Washer/dryer hook up. New tile kitchen & bath. Off street parking. $700 + utilities. 570-237-2076

WEST PITTSTON

4 bedroom, off street parking, yard, garage, totally remodeled. $850/month plus security 570-299-7103

WEST PITTSTON

MAINTENANCE FREE! 2 bedroom. Off street parking. No smoking. $600 +utilities, security & last month. 570-885-4206 WYOMING 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, gas heat, new carpeting, range & laundry hook ups. Credit check required. $750/month + utilities & security. Call Florence 570-715-7737

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BEAR CREEK VILLAGE

FORTY FORT 1/2 double.

3 bedrooms, wall to wall carpeting, laundry room, yard. $500 + utilities, security & references. No Pets. Call 570-592-3100

SMITH HOURIGAN GROUP

WILKES-BARRE/NORTH 1&2B

944

KINGSTON

New apartment with carpet, painted, 1.5 bath, washer/dryer hook up, gas heat, $700 + utilities. Call 570-814-0843 or 570-696-3090

KINGSTON

LARKSVILLE

2.5 bedroom, freshly painted, stove, off street parking, washer/dryer hookup, dry basement. $525/month, + utilities & security. (570) 239-5760

MOCANAQUA 3 bedroom, modern

kitchen & bath, large yard and deck, off-street parking, water and sewer paid. $600/month, + security & lease. Call 570-542-4411

Beautiful 3,000 sq. ft. contemporary, private beach & recreation area. 2 car garage, 3-4 bedrooms, 3+ baths, office space, fireplace, 3 private acres. No pets. References, job verification, & credit report required. $1400/ month + utilities, 1st & last month + security deposit, lease negotiable. Contact edenpeter@ gmail.com DALLAS

GREENBRIAR Well maintained ranch style condo features living room with cathedral ceiling, oak kitchen, dining room with vaulted ceiling, 2 bedrooms and 2 3/4 baths, master bedroom with walk in closet. HOA fees included. $1,200 per month + utilities. MLS#11-4063. Call Kevin Smith 570-696-5422

SMITH HOURIGAN 570-696-1195

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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DUPONT

2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, all appliances + washer/dryer. Heat & sewer included. $650/ month, plus 1 month’s security and references required. No pets. 570-655-5074 after 5:00 p.m.

HANOVER GREEN

2 bedroom. 1 bath. Shed. Nice yard. Quiet Area. Hanover Schools. $525 per month +1st month & security. $25 application fee. Call (570) 851-6448 Leave Message.

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HANOVER TOWNSHIP

2 story home with beautiful wood work. 3 bedrooms. 1 bath. Living room, dining room, den, modern kitchen. Gas heat. Small yard. Private Drive. $700/month + utilities & security. Optional 3rd floor area (2 rooms & full bath) for additional $100/month. Contact Linda at (570) 696-5418

(570) 696-1195

HARVEYS LAKE

HOME FOR LEASE Lakefront home, remolded, FULLY FURNISHED, lease for 8-10 months, $1,500/mo+ utilities. Call Deb Rosenberg 570-714-9251

HARVEYS LAKE

Small 3 bedroom Victorian home on large lot. New furnace. 1 block from Warden Place. Large yard. Water included. Credit references, $690 month + utilities & 1 month security. Call 570-714-1296

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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KINGSTON 210 PIERCE immediSTREET Available

ately, 3 bedrooms, 2 bath rooms, refrigerator & stove provided, washer/dryer hookup, off-street parking, Cats allowed. $700/per month, plus utilities, One month/security deposit. Call (570) 371-8555 after 11:00 a.m. to set an appointment or email tgerhard2 @gmail.com.

KINGSTON

3 bedrooms, 1 bath, refrigerator, stove & dishwasher provided, washer/dryer on premises, front and rear porches, full basement and attic. Off-street parking, no pets, totally remodeled. $1,000/ month, plus utilities, security & lease. Call 570-824-7598 KINGSTON Completely remodeled Large 2 story, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, single family home including refrigerator, stove, diswasher & disposal. Gas heat, nice yard, good neighborhood,. Off street parking. Shed. No pets. $995. month. 570-479-6722 KINGSTON

953 Houses for Rent

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

MOUNTAINTOP

Beautifully remodeled 2 1/2 bedroom house in a country setting. Large living room & extra room for bedroom or office. Kitchen with all new cabinets and tile floor. Plenty of closet space. New wall to wall carpet. $800 + utilities, security, first & last. No pets or smoking. Call 570-709-1930

NANTICOKE Desirable

Lexington Village Nanticoke, PA Many ranch style homes. 2 bedrooms 2 Free Months With A 2 Year Lease $795 + electric

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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. $725 + utilities, security & lease. Call 570-696-3289

NEAR LILY LAKE AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bath, Farm house. Modern kitchen, hardwood floors. $950/month + security & 1 year lease Call 570-379-2258

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SWOYERSVILLE 2 bedrooms,

modern eat in kitchen, modern bath, refrigerator, stove & dishwasher provided, washer/ dryer on premises, off-street parking, no pets, central air conditioning, large basement, gas heat, large yard. $800/month, plus utilities, security, references and lease. Call 570-675-2804

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WILKES-BARRE

2 bedrooms with lots of storage. Hardwood floors. 5 minute walk to General Hospital. $670. + utilities. 570-814-3838

WILKES-BARRE

3 bedroom single home. $850 + Utilities & Security. Call 570-262-7654

NEAR GENERAL HOSPITAL Single family, 3 bedrooms, new carpeting, large back yard, on dead end street, no pets. $700/per month, plus utilities. Security & lease. Credit and background check. Call 570-709-7858

WILKES-BARRE

Remodeled 2 bedroom, 1 bath house. Hardwood floors. $575 + utilities. Call 215-932-5690

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DALLAS TWP. Newly remodeled 3

bedroom, 2 bath. Large kitchen with stove, water, sewer & garbage included. $545 + 1st & last. 570-332-8922

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Rooms

furnished room, starting at $315. Efficiency at $435 month furnished with all utilities included. Off street parking. 570-718-0331

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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

PLYMOUTH

MOUNTAIN TOP AREA KINGSTON HOUSE 2 bedroom Ranch. Off 1-81. Nuangola Nice, clean exit 159. Electric appliances, off street parking. You pay electric. $675 plus deposit. Call (570) 881-5974

971 Vacation & Resort Properties

3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, washer/dryer hookup, off-street parking, no pets, $475/month, plus utilities, lease and security. Nice neighborhood. Call 570-287-2405

WILKES-BARRE

Single family, two bedroom. $675 per month, plus utilities & snow removal. First floor is handicap accessible. No pets; No Smoking. Washer / Dryer on premises. Fenced yard. On Street Parking. One year lease, 1st & last month's rent, & security. Credit & Background check. Darcy J Gollhardt 570-262-0226 or Paul Donahue 570-510-1399. CLASSIC PROPERTIES 570-718-4959 ext 1352

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for rent. $300/month. Utilities included. (570) 574-7145

965

Roommate Wanted

HARVEYS LAKE 1 bedroom, fully

furnished. Includes utilities/cable, internet, access to lake. $400 month. Call Don 570-690-1827

1006

A/C & Refrigeration Services

STRISH HVAC

Installation, Service & Repair

Hot air furnaces, steam/hot water boilers and hot water heaters. Licensed & Insured 570-332-0715

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Building & Remodeling

1024

Building & Remodeling

Shedlarski Construction H I OME MPROVEMENT SPECIALIST

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

1st. Quality Construction Co.

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

Call the Building Industry Association of NEPA to find a qualified member for your next project. call 287-3331 or go to

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NICHOLS CONSTRUCTION

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

ROOFING, SIDING, DECKS, WINDOWS

For All of Your Remodeling Needs. Will Beat Any Price 25 Yrs. Experience References. Insured Free Estimates 570-899-4713

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

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

Concrete & Masonry

MC GERARD & SONS

State Lic. # PA057320

ALL OLDER HOMES SPECIALIST 825-4268. Remodel / repair, Windows & Doors

Chimney Service

CHIMNEY REPAIRS Parging. Stucco.

1054

Senior Citizens Discount! 570-299-7241 570-606-8438

1039

STORM OR FLOOD DAMAGE?? HUGHES Construction

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

1039

Chimney Service

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

CAVUTO CHIMNEY SERVICE

& Gutter Cleaning Free Estimates Insured 570-709-2479

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

10% OFF All Inside Work! Basement water

proofing, concrete floors, parging foundation walls, foundation repair & rebuild, finish basements. PROMPT SERVICE FREE ESTIMATES QUALITY WORKMANSHIP www.mcgerard.com Licensed & Insured 570-941-9122

1057Construction & Building

GARAGE DOOR Sales, service,

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

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General Contractor BASEMENT > ROOFING > KITCHENS > REMODELING > BATHROOMS

LJPconstructioninc.com 570-840-3349

1078

Dry Wall

DAUGHERTY’S DRYWALL INC.

Remodeling, New Construction, Water & Flood Repairs

570-579-3755 PA043609

1078

Dry Wall

1132

MIKE SCIBEK DRYWALL

Hanging & finishing, design ceilings and painting. Free estimates. Licensed & Insured. 328-1230

MIRRA DRYWALL Hanging & Finishing Textured Ceilings Licensed & Insured Free Estimates

(570) 675-3378 1084

Electrical

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

570-829-4077

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

1129 Gutter Repair & Cleaning Professional Window & Gutter Cleaning Gutters, carpet, pressure washing. Residential/commercial. Ins./bonded. Free est. 570-283-9840

1132

Handyman Services

DO IT ALL HANDYMAN

Painting, drywall, plumbing & all types of interior & exterior home repairs. 570-829-5318 Electrical, Plumbing, Carpentry, Painting Attic & Basement Cleanup. Call Rick 570-287-0919

Handyman Services

Property Maintenance

LICENSED & INSURED 30+ years experience. Carpentry, painting & general home repairs. FREE ESTIMATES 570-406-3339

1135

Hauling & Trucking

AA1AAlways C L E Ahauling, NING

cleaning attics, cellar, garage, one piece or whole Estate, also available 10 & 20 yard dumpsters.655-0695 592-1813or287-8302 AAA CLEANING A1 GENERAL HAULING Cleaning attics, cellars, garages. Demolitions, Roofing & Tree Removal. Free Est. 779-0918 or 542-5821; 814-8299 A.S.A.P Hauling Estate Cleanouts, Attics, Cellars, Garages, we’re cheaper than dumpsters!. Free Estimates, Same Day! 570-822-4582 AAA Bob & Ray’s Hauling: Friendly & Courteous. We take anything & everything. Attic to basement. Garage, yard, free estimates. Call 570-655-7458 or 570-905-4820

All Junk Cars & Trucks Wanted

We do it all! 570-578-8599

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Give us a call Licensed & Insured

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Hauling & Trucking

RUSSELL’S

Highest Prices Paid In CA$H

Mark’s Handyman Service

1135

PICKUP

570-574-1275

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ALL KINDS OF HAULING & JUNK REMOVAL

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

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823-3788 / 817-0395

Mike’s $5-Up

Cleaning & hauling of wood, metals, trash and debris from houses, yards, garages, etc. Free estimates SAME DAY SERVICE

570-826-1883

1147

Home Restoration

A-1 REMODELING ROOFING & SIDING Garages, Additions, Windows, Cement work & Drywall 570-233-7788 or 570-455-5581

1156

Insurance

NEPA LONG TERM CARE AGENCY Long Term Care Insurance sales. Reputable Companies. 570-580-0797 Free Consult www.nepa longtermcare .com

1162 Landscaping/ Garden BRUSH UP TO 4’ HIGH, MOWING, EDGING, MULCHING, TRIMMING SHRUBS, HEDGES, TREES, LAWN CARE, LEAF REMOVAL, FALL CLEAN UP. FULLY INSURED. FREE ESTIMATES 829-3261 TOLL FREE 1-855-829-3261

1189 Miscellaneous Service

VITO’S & GINO’S Wanted: Junk Cars & Trucks Highest Prices Paid!!

FREE PICKUP

288-8995 1195

Movers

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

1204

Painting & Wallpaper

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

JASON SIMMS PAINTING Interior/Exterior

Free Estimates 21 Yrs. Experience Insured (570) 947-2777

1204

Painting & Wallpaper

JOHN’S PAINTING

I NTERIOR/EXTERIOR RELIABLE, NEAT, HONEST WORKING WITH PRIDE INSURED,FREE ESTIMATES 570-735-8101

M. PARALIS PAINTING

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

1228

Plumbing & Heating

NEED FLOOD REPAIRS?

Boilers, Furnaces, Air. 0% Interest 6 months. 570-736-HVAC (4822)

1249 Remodeling & Repairs

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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Snow Removal

PLOWING SHOVELING BLOWING SALTING CINDERING CONTRACT PLOWING. EMERGENCY SAME DAY SNOW REMOVAL. 570-823-6000

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