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His lawyer, Joe Amendola, then spoke before dozens of news cameras on the courthouse steps for an hour, saying some of the 10 young men who accuse Sandusky of molesting them as children were only out to profit from civil lawsuits against the coach and Penn State. A prosecutor said about 11 witnesses, most of them Sandusky’s AP PHOTO alleged victims, were ready to tesIn a courtroom sketch, former PSU assistant coach Jerry Sandtify at the hearing. See WAIVES, Page 11A

usky, right, listens Tuesday as Senior District Judge Robert Scott, left, speaks in court at the Centre County Courthouse.

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ou bet they believe. Jacob Stevens, 5, and Ariana Visneski, 4, and other children from Bloom Early Education Center keep their eyes locked on Santa as they wait their turn to meet the man himself at Country Junction & Ashley Furniture in Wilkes-Barre Township on Tuesday. About a dozen students from the Forty Fort preschool donned elf costumes and were treated to a private audience with Old St. Nick and enjoyed other Christmas activities at the store.

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Chosen plan has Barletta out of W-B WILKES-BARRE – U.S. Rep. Lou Barletta no longer will represent WilkesBarre, Pittston and Scranton after the 2012 elections, according to proposed Congressional District maps released Tuesday in Harrisburg. Those towns will be represented beginning in 2013 by 10-term incumbent U.S. Rep. Tim Holden, D-St. Clair, if he wins reelection next year and Tuesday’s redistricting plan becomes Barletta law. Barletta’s announced opponent, attorney William Vinsko of Wilkes-Barre, said he still intends to run against Barletta even though he would no longer live within the district. Holden Barletta will add the Back Mountain area and all of Wyoming County to his 11th District. According to The Associated Press, a state Senate vote was scheduled for today and Republicans hope the state House votes next week. The GOP’s aim, Democratic critics have said, is to proSee REDISTRICT, Page 14A

Interfaith, with a little help from its friends, to help many Nonprofit agency wants to make holidays bright for the many flood victims and needy in its area.

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Former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky’s decision to waive his preliminary hearing on child sexual abuse charges cost him a valuable opportunity to gain insight into the prosecution’s case against him, several local defense attorneys said. Sandusky was set to confront his accusers Tuesday, but in a surprise move he opted to waive all charges to Centre County Court just as the hearing was set to begin. It’s not uncommon for a defendant to waive charges to

Rep. Tim Holden would now represent Wilkes-Barre, as well as Pittston and Scranton, in reconfigured districts.

The NFL suspended Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker James Harrison for one game following his helmet-tofacemask hit on Browns quarterHarrison back Colt McCoy last Thursday, making Harrison the first player to miss game time as a penalty under the league’s revamped policy on such collisions. Sports, 1B

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BELLEFONTE — Former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky stunned a packed courtroom and backed out of a preliminary hearing at the last minute Tuesday, avoiding a face-to-face confrontation with accusers who his lawyer said were just trying to cash in by making up stories of child sex abuse. Sandusky came to court with alumni from the charity he’s accused of using to lure victims, pleaded not guilty and vowed to “stay the course, to fight for four quarters.”

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TUNKHANNOCK – For more than 30 years, Interfaith Friends has offered the community a thrift store, a back-to-school shoe program, winter boots, seasonal food baskets, home visits and health care, assisting Wyoming County families in times of need and emergency. In September, the nonprofit agency joined the ranks of the needy. Rain from Tropical Storm Lee caused the Tunkhannock Creek and then the Susquehanna River to overflow, flooding

Elaine Lee, executive director of Interfaith Friends, and Dr. Paul Herberner with a few of the toys they have collected. Lee said about 600 families have registered for the holiday assistance program, about 100 more than last year.

the basement of the Interfaith Friends office on East Tioga Street. “We did not have time to react to our own flooding issues,” said Elaine Lee, executive director of Interfaith Friends. “A second location was immediately opened to offer services such as cleaning supplies and clothing to flood victims.” Once the water receded, the organization, built on helping others, found itself dealing with stinky flood mud, too. Before the flooding, Interfaith See INTERFAITH, Page 14A

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THE TIMES L E A D E R 2 0 11 GIVING GUIDE Interfaith Friends of Tunkhannock is one of five agencies and nonprofit organizations affected by the flooding in September featured in this year’s Times Leader Giving Guide. Donations can be sent to: Interfaith Friends, PO Box 535, Tunkhannock, PA 18657. When donations are made, please note “TL Giving Guide” in your letter or on the memo line of the check.

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Wine, beer buying options may be on tap Legislation would keep state-controlled liquor stores rather than shut them down. By MARC LEVY Associated Press

HARRISBURG — The options in Pennsylvania for people to buy wine and beer from private retailers would expand while keeping the state-controlled liquor stores open under a bill approved Tuesday by a state House panel. Republicans, who supported the bill in a party-line vote, called

it the only privatization legislation that has won a committee vote in Pennsylvania since Prohibition. But it represents a radical departure from the objectives of the House Republican floor leader and Republican Gov. Tom Corbett to shut down the state stores and auction wine and liquor sales licenses to big-box retailers and other private operators. Prospects for the bill are not clear in the full House, and a raft of proposed amendments are expected to emerge on a topic that has proven to be complicated for

the Legislature. Liquor Control Committee Chairman John Taylor, R-Philadelphia, defended the bill as a better transition to a private market than Corbett’s idea because it would allow good stores to thrive without costing the jobs of statestore employees. “On paper, this looks to be ‘privatization-lite,”’ Taylor said. “If you play it out, it’s much more significant in terms of what will happen after this is passed. ... I think you’ll have a hybrid approach in terms of the retail market, as well.

“You’ll have a Total Wine (store) in Pennsylvania, you’ll have mom-and-pop operations, you’ll have supermarkets with this ability to do it and I think that’s significant enough without doing damage,” he said. Under the bill, restaurants, bars and beer distributors could sell beer in a wider variety of quantities. The state’s approximately 1,200 beer distributors could get licenses to sell wine and wine wholesalers could compete with the state Liquor Control Board, which holds a monopoly now.

The state stores would remain the only licensees that could sell hard liquor, and the state Liquor Control Board would get more power over purchasing, pricing and setting the hours that its stores can operate, including opening more stores on Sunday. Taylor also said he would expect some beer distributors to sell their licenses to supermarkets or other retailers that want to attach a beer and wine store. About 100 convenience stores, groceries and supermarkets currently sell beer through retail restaurant licenses, Taylor said.

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Donations, FEMA money explained

Administrators honored as district’s schools meet state’s adequate yearly progress.

DURYEA – Council President Audrey Marcinko on Tuesday night explained, in response to resident questions, the difference between the Federal Emergency Management Agency money the borough expects to receive and donations the borough already has. She told residents at the Borough Council meeting the money from FEMA is to reimburse what the borough has spent on the flood recovery. According to Borough Manager Lois Morreale, donation money given to Duryea residents from the surrounding area currently totals $7,111.25. The money is in an account at the Penn Security Bank across the street from the borough building. Four gift cards from Walmart and Ace Hardware to-

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LEHMAN TWP. – Students were honored for their creativity and district administrators were applauded for their achievements at a Lake-Lehman School Board meeting Tuesday evening. Artwork created by six elementary students was chosen to adorn holiday greeting cards sent to Lake-Lehman employees past and present, as well as neighboring school district employees. Superintendent James McGovern said the Christmas card contest is his “favorite time of the year” because it displays the creative efforts of students. McGovern also awarded plaques to the four district school administrators, Junior/Senior High School Principal Doug Klopp, Lehman-Jackson Elemen-

Charles Zurinski December 11, 2011

harles Zurinski, 85, of Clifton, N.J., formerly of Plymouth, passed away on Sunday, December 11, 2011. Charles was born in Plymouth and later, moved to Clifton, N.J. He worked as a machinist for Van Valandern Machinery, Paterson, N.J. Charles was a World War II Army veteran. He was preceded in death by his wife, Phyllis (Nastachowski) Zurinski; son, Charles Zurinski; brother, Theodore Zurinski. Surviving him are grandchildren, Trisha Soriano, Nicole Raynard and Michelle Zurinski, all of North Carolina; eight great-grandchildren; and longtime companion, Annabelle Librizzi, Clifton. Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Friday in the Andrew Strish Funeral Home, 11 Wilson St., Larksville. A Mass of Christian will be held at 10 a.m. in St. John the Baptist Church, Larksville. Interment will follow in St. John’s Cemetery, Dallas. Friends and family may call from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, and from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at the funeral home.

Laura Rose December 12, 2011 aura Rose, 85, of Kingston, passed away Monday, December L 12, 2011, in Wilkes-Barre General

Hospital. Born March 3, 1926 in Luzerne, she is a daughter of the late Samuel and Emma Stiles Pollock. She was a graduate of Luzerne High School, class of 1944. She was also a former resident of Dallas. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold J. Rose Sr., and brothers and sisters, stepson, Harold J. Rose Jr. Prior to retiring, she was employed by Master Garment Cleaners for 41 years. She member of the Bennett Presbyterian Church in Luzerne and was a member of its Women’s Association, served as church secretary, was in charge of the nursery for more than 35 years, and also served as the flower chairperson. Surviving her are stepdaughters, Janice Rose Durbin, Michigan; Penelope (Penny) Rose Lutz, Florida; daughter-in-law, Barbara Rose, Dallas; 10 stepgrandchildren; 14 stepgreat-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday in Bennett Presbyterian Church, Luzerne. Interment will be in the Denison Cemetery in Swoyersville. Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday in the Karl E. Blight Funeral Home, Wyoming Avenue, Kingston. Memorial donations may be made to the Bennett Presbyterian Church, 501 Bennett St., Luzerne, PA 18709.

tary School Principal Marilyn Glogowski, Lake-Noxen Elementary School Principal Nancy Edkins and Ross Elementary School Principal Donald James, for their schools meeting state requirements for adequate yearly progress. Individual schools are awarded AYP only if requirements for attendance, academic performance and test participation are met for two consecutive years. McGovern said Lake-Lehman is one of only three districts in the area to have all its schools meet the requirements. The board designated McGovern as the district’s agent in applying for FEMA funding to recoup losses from Hurricane Irene damage. McGovern said the district is applying for about $15,000. Lacrosse coaches Mark Yaple and Alex Wilson said the teams will have more freshmen next year, and asked the board to consider budgeting bus transportation for away games. The board approved leaves of

W H AT ’ S N E X T The next Lake-Lehman School Board meeting will be held at 7 p.m. Jan. 16 in the junior/senior high school library.

absence for elementary teachers Eileen Coslett, Jaclyn Krogulski, Melissa Smigielski and Carrie McDonald, and appointed Michelle McHale as a district substitute. Gerald Gilsky was appointed as the physical fitness director for the 2011-12 school year, working no more than 10 hours per week. John McDonald was appointed as substitute for the position. The board accepted a letter of retirement from maintenance employee Joseph Luketic and authorized the ad for a maintenance employee with heating, ventilation and air conditioning experience. Albert Melone and Co. was approved as the district’s business manager with a monthly payment of $6,070.92 expiring Nov. 27, 2014.

Frances Powalchick December 11, 2011 Powalchick, 92, a resiF rances dent of Swoyersville, passed

away peacefully on Sunday afternoon, December11, 2011, in her residence. Born on September 17, 1919, in Swoyersville, Frances was a daughter of the late Frank and Sophie (Psczulkowski) Krzywicki. Prior to her retirement, Frances was employed for many years as a seamstress by the former United Pants Factory, Swoyersville. Additionally, Frances held membership with the International Ladies Garment Workers Union. Frances was a life-long faithful member of Holy Name/Saint Mary’s Parish Community, Swoyersville. An avid gardener, Frances always looked forward to the spring and summer months when she was able to get outside to tend to her garden. Family was the center of Frances’ life and she truly treasured each moment she had with her loved ones. She was a selfless, giving person who always put the needs of others before her own. Frances was very special to her family and she will forever be remembered as a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Her spirit will forever live on in the hearts of those she held dear to her.

In addition to her parents, Frank and Sophie Krzywicki, Frances was preceded in death by her brother, Michael J. Krzywicki Sr.; sisters, Anna Rose Krzywicki and Stella Yuska. Frances is survived by her loving daughter, Frances Moore, Plains Township; grandson, Christopher Moore, Plains Township; brothers, Frank Krzywicki and his wife, Sophie, Plains Township; Daniel Krzywicki and his wife, Judy, Wharton, N.J.; sister-in-law, Lucille Krzywicki, Swoyersville; and many nieces, nephews and friends. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, which will be conducted at 9:30 a.m. Thursday in the Wroblewski Funeral Home Inc., 1442 Wyoming Ave., Forty Fort, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10 a.m. in Holy Name/ Saint Mary’s Church, 283 Shoemaker St., Swoyersville, with the Rev. Joseph J. Pisaneschi, her pastor, officiating. Interment with the Rite of Committal will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Swoyersville. Family and friends are invited to call from 4 to 7 p.m. today in the funeral home. For additional information or to send the family of Ms. Frances Powalchick an online message of condolence, you may visit the funeral home website, www.wroblewskifuneralhome.com.

Jerome J. Jones December 11, 2011 J. Jones, 79, Mountain J erome Top, died on Sunday, December

11, 2011, in the Mountain Top Senior Rehabilitation Center. He was born in Brooklyn, N.Y. He was the son of the late Joseph and Florence Jones. Jerome attended Saint Thomas Aquinas, Midwood High and Brooklyn College, Brooklyn, N.Y., area schools, and the Academy of Advanced Transportation NY, N.Y., and was a U.S. Navy veteran of the Korean War. He was employed by International Paper Co, N.Y., for 17 years and retired in 1996 from Nabisco Foods, Wilkes-Barre, after 26 years of service. He was an active member of St Jude Parish 1972 to present, serving as an usher and on the Finance Council in the finance room at the annual picnic for many years. He was preceded in death, in addition to his parents, by his brother James. Surviving are his wife of 52 years, Ethel; daughters, Susan and husband Howard, Port Murray N.J.; Barbara and husband Emil, Wilkes-

Barre; Eileen and husband David, Dover Del.; Cathy and husband Dave, Wilkes-Barre. He was a proud grandfather of David, Kristen, Shannon, Ryan and his wife, Jessica; Zach, Danielle and Kaitlyn; and one great grandson, Roman. He also survived by brothers Joseph, Boca Raton Fla.; John, Manchester, N.J.; Thomas, Carlisle; Lawrence, Jackson Heights, N.Y.; sisters, Mary Jo, Williamsburg, Va., and Florence, Brooklyn, N.Y.; and several nieces and nephews. The funeral will be held at 9:15 a.m. Friday in the Desiderio Funeral Home, 436 S. Mountain Blvd., Mountain Top, with a Mass of Christian Burial 9:30 a.m. in St. Jude Roman Catholic Church, Mountain Top. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery, Drums. Friends may pay their respects from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St Jude Church Building Fund, S. Mountain Blvd., Mountaintop, PA 18707. Condolences may be expressed at www.desideriofh.com.

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taling $100 were also donated and are stored safely. Council pointed out that contrary to rumors, there is not $200,000 in donations. That is the FEMA money to the borough that is not guaranteed. However, Marcinko did bring up the matter of how to distribute the donations. “There were 339 homes affected by the flood, … over 200 that were really bad,” Marcinko said. She is asking for ideas from the people, since this is the people’s money. Ideas are welcomed at the state Department of Environmental Protection meeting, the date of which still has not been arranged yet with state Sen. John Blake. Residents will be invited to ask questions concerning the dike.

Valentine J. Piorkowski December 8, 2011 alentine (Val) J. Piorkowski of Duryea, passed away Thursday, V December 8, 2011, in Davenport,

Fla., while visiting his daughter. Born in Duryea, he was a son of the late Stanley A. and Veronica S. Tomasko Piorkowski. He was a graduate of Duryea High School. He was formerly employed by Procter and Gamble, Mehoopany, and retired from Procter and Gamble in Belleville, Ontario. He was a member of Nativity of Our Lord Parish, Duryea. Val was also a member of the Duryea Lions Club. Prior to moving back to Duryea in 1995, Val resided in Ontario for 20 years. He was preceded in death by his

sister, Diane Partyka. Surviving him are daughter, Caryn Piorkowski and her husband, Nicholas Contorno, Davenport, Fla.; and ex-wife, Carolynn Getty, Brighton, Ontario. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at10:30 a.m. Thursday in Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Duryea. Interment will be in Holy Rosary Cemetery, Duryea. Friends may call from 9 to10 a.m. Thursday in Sacred Heart of Jesus Rectory, 529 Stephenson St., Duryea. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. Arrangements are by the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main St., Duryea.

Michael Gentile December 13, 2011 ichael Gentile, of West Pittston, passed away, Tuesday, DecemM ber 13, 2011, in the Department of

Veterans Affairs Hospital, WilkesBarre. Born in Pittston, he was a son of the late Carmen and Rose Bone Gentile. He was a member of the Second Presbyterian Church of Pittston. Michael was a part of our greatest generation, having served in the U.S. Army during WWII. He was awarded the Purple Heart for wounds received during the landing at Anzio. Michael had two careers, after retiring from Atlas Chain, he worked in the security field until 2007. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Carmen and Joseph. Michael is survived by his sister, Florine Slazyk, New Jersey, and her

children John and Diana; and also his nephew, Joseph Gentile; cousin, Ronald Hudy, Florida; three greatnephews; one great-niece; and his very dear friend, Maggie Colleran. Never married, he considered himself quite the raconteur. He often said “If I ever get married, I’ll do it in a garage so I can back out.” The girls will miss his great sense of humor and his charm. The funeral will be held at 9:30 a.m. Friday in the HowellLussi Funeral Home, 509 Wyoming Ave., West Pittston. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. in the Second Presbyterian Church, Parsonage Street, Pittston, with the Rev. David Brague officiating. Interment will be in the Pittston Cemetery. Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday in the funeral home.

Leonard A. Charney December 12, 2011 eonard A. Charney, 90, of West Pittston, passed away, Monday, L December 12, 2011, at Geisinger

Wyoming Valley Medical Center in Plains Township. He was born September 8, 1921, in West Wyoming, son of the late Ralph and Mary Rutski Charney. He retired from SS Kresge Corporation of Pittston after 48 years of employment. Leonard was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in World War II and Okinawa. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus in Pittston and the Veterans of Foreign Wars in Dupont. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Church of Corpus Christi Parish in West Pittston. Leonard was a well-known local musician and very talented accordion player. He spent the last 20 years entertaining at local senior citizen centers, the VA Hospital, nursing facilities, as well as performing at numerous Christmas and special occasion parties. He was preceded in death by his wife, Helen Christian; son Leonard P.; son-in-law, Ron Zupa; sisters MaMore Obituaries, Page 8A

ry Beehler and Katie Bubblo. He is survived by his son Jerry and his wife, Carol, West Pittston; daughter, Janet Zupa, Wilkes-Barre; grandchildren, Jay Charney, Kimberly Serge, Jeffrey Charney and Jennifer Zupa; great-grandchildren, Kyle and Brandon Charney, Stephen and Conner Serge, and Mistie Charney; sisters Justina Charney, West Wyoming; Theresa Gonglefski, Swoyersville; Agnes Olah, West Wyoming; brothers, Ralph Charney, Ohio; Joseph Charney, Wilmington, Del., and Patrick Charney, Forty Fort; and numerous nieces and nephews. The funeral will be held at 9 a.m. Friday in the Bednarski Funeral Home, 168 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in the Immaculate Conception Church, West Pittston, with Msgr. John Sempa officiating. Interment will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery, Carverton. Military honors will be conducted by the AMVETS Honor Guard. Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

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Yuknavich found not guilty

Wilkes-Barre Township Fire Chief John Paul Yuknavich, 48, was found not guilty Tuesday of violating a restraining order granted to his ex-girlfriend, Denise Pavlick. Plains Township police charged Yuknavich on Nov. 27 with violating the PFA after Pavlick claimed Yuknavich drove past her house on Oak Street and revved the engine of his Ford Mustang. Pavlick obtained the PFA on Nov. 7 that prohibited Yuknavich Yuknavich from having any contact with her after he allegedly threatened to shoot her and Kenneth Scialpi. Luzerne County President Judge Thomas Burke found Yuknavich not guilty of PFA violation charge after a hearing. Plains Township police charged Yuknavich with drunken driving, alleging his blood alcohol level was .16 percent when he was stopped near Pavlick’s house on Nov. 27. Yuknavich is facing assault and terroristic threat charges for the Nov. 7 alleged incident. He is also facing theft charges filed by state police at Wyoming who alleged he stole more than $11,000 from the fire department he continues to direct. WILKES-BARRE

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Senior housing planned

There are plans to demolish the former Sacred Heart Church and convent in Plains Township and build townhouses for the elderly at the site at 115 N. Main St. The project is estimated to cost $2.7 million.

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PLAINS TWP. – The Luzerne County Housing Authority is moving ahead with plans to demolish the former Sacred Heart Church and convent in Plains Township and build townhouses for the elderly in the space occupied by the shuttered structures. Executive Director Dave Fagula told the board last week demolition bids are due Friday and likely will be awarded at the authority’s January meeting. However, a construction timeline remains uncertain, as Fagula isn’t confident state gaming funds and a matching county grant will be available this year. The $2.7 million project entails demolition of the two buildings, restoring the site and performing some mitigation work “so we have a vacant site that’s ready to develop later on,” Fagula said. To help fund the project, the administration is preparing a $1.2 million gaming grant application to the state Department of Community and Economic Development. Fagula said Plains Township commissioners have agreed to submit the application on the authority’s behalf. Fagula said about $200,000 in sidewalk improvements on Main Street would be included in the project and

Geisinger Health System is making electronic health services available to iPhone and Android users with a new free mobile application, MyChart. MyChart allows users to see their MyGeisinger electronic medical information, including health summaries, test results, messaging to and from their physician, appointments, health maintenance reminders and proxy access to family members’ health records, through a secure mobile application. MyGeisinger, the GHS Internet patient portal, is an online tool that allows patients to electronically manage their health record. The program was launched in 2001. To begin using MyChart, registered MyGeisinger users first need to search keyword “MyChart” in the iTunes App store or Android Market and add the application to their portable device. Visit www.MyGeisinger.org for instructions and frequently asked questions.

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grant application. Fagula said he is simultaneously submitting an application for a $1 million grant to the county Office of Community Development for HOME program funds. “Part of our problem is going to be that … when you’re going after a gaming grant or putting a project together, you’re supposed to have all these other funding sources definitely in place, and we won’t have that $1 million in place from the Office of Community Development,” Fagula said. He hopes OCD director Andy Reilly will be able to provide a letter Fagula can submit with the state application stating that he intends to help fund the project as funds become available. “I’m thinking that even if Community De-

velopment gave us HOME funds over a two- or three-year period, we could go in, prepare the site, do all the infrastructure, maybe build several of the units. It’s only scheduled to be 14 units,” Fagula said. “Then go back in following years and finish it out, maybe getting another couple hundred thousand dollars in HOME money, do another two units and another two units until it’s built out, that would be fine,” he said. Fagula said the Wyoming Valley is in need of elderly housing. According to the latest U.S. Census numbers, Plains Township ranks ninth in the county for the number of residents 65 and older living below the federal poverty level.

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Route 309 lanes now open

In preparation for the winter driving season, the contractor doing work on state Route 309 in Kingston Township has removed the traffic patterns that have been in place in the northbound and southbound lanes. All lanes are now open and no major delays are anticipated, according to Pennsylvania Department of Transportation District 4 spokesman James May. WILKES-BARRE

Kids’ coats being collected

Jenni Sunshine Foundation is collecting children’s winter coats, given a terrible shortage of children’s coats at Wilkes-Barre area clothing banks. Coats will be accepted Monday through Friday between noon and 4 p.m. at the office in the lower level of St. Stephen’s Church, 35 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre. Use the main entrance. Drop coats in the large box in the JSF area. Weekend drop site is McDermott & McDermott Realty, Shavertown, in the big coat box inside the foyer. For bicycle donations, please call 270-3280.

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aureen Aritz, left, zone manager for Lia Sophia Jewelry, talks to Yuri Perez, right, of Host Inn & Residential Suites on Tuesday during the Greater Wilkes-Barre Chamber Of Commerce’s Women in Business Council luncheon and Holiday Marketplace at Genetti’s in Wilkes-Barre.

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Albert Chase, 33, allegedly had inappropriate contact with girl. By SHEENA DELAZIO sdelazio@timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE – A Luzerne County jury deliberated for approximately three hours Tuesday in the rape trial of 33-yearold Albert Chase before being sent home for the day. Senior Judge Kenneth Brown said the jury will return for deliberations in the case this morning. Chase, of Pittston, faces four counts of involuntary deviate sexual intercourse, two counts of rape, two counts of aggravated indecent assault and one count of terroristic threats. Jurors heard closing arguments from attorneys Tuesday morning before they were instructed on the law and sent to deliberate. Prosecutors allege Chase had an inappropriate relationship with a now-22year-old woman beginning when she was 8 years old and continuing for seven years. The woman testified last week the abuse began as Chase inappropriately touching her and progressed to a point where she says they were having intercourse on a near-daily basis. Chase testified Monday, denying the allegations, saying several of the witnesses Jury delibercalled to testify by the prosecution were lying. ations are set Those witnesses in- to resume cluded family members today. of the woman and family friends. Before they were sent home Tuesday evening, jurors asked for more information about a testicular implant Chase received. Chase testified Monday that he has had several surgeries since he was 3 years old and that in 2004, an implant was put in to replace a missing testicle. Chase said he also has a large scar on his body that has nerve damage and is numb. The woman testified she had seen that Chase only had one testicle while the abuse was happening over the years. Chase testified he denied the allegations to his father and the woman’s father in a confrontation just a week before he was arrested in September 2009. The woman testified Chase would use protection during sex to ensure she would not become pregnant, and that he often gave her a “Plan B” pill, an emergency contraceptive, if he became “scared.” Chase would get angry and violent if she didn’t do what he asked, she testified, and he had told her he would “put my feet in cement and throw me in the Susquehanna River ... so no one would find me.”

Robbery suspect accused of stealing, forging grandmother’s checks Woman tells police she suspected her grandson stole 17 checks, bought items on her credit card. By EDWARD LEWIS elewis@timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE – A man facing robbery-related charges filed by four police agencies was arraigned Tuesday on allegations he stole more than $1,400 from his grandmother. City police allege Daniel Seth Ungarsky, 27, stole blank checks and a credit card from his grandmother in October and had his stepsister and a friend cash the checks at local banks.

Ungarsky was arraigned in WilkesBarre Central Court on 17 counts of forgery and a single count of receiving stolen property. Bail was set at $2,500 on the latest Ungarsky criminal complaint. In unrelated cases, Ungarsky is facing charges that he robbed the Dollar General store on the Dallas Memorial Highway, Kingston Township; Family Dollar on Union Street, Pringle, and McDonald’s on Kidder Street, Wilkes-Barre, on Nov. 14. He is also accused of trying to rob the Uni Mart on North Main Street, Plains

Township, on Nov. 14, and of a robbery at Taco Bell, Kidder Street, WilkesBarre, on Nov. 13, according to court records. Authorities allege Ungarsky committed the robberies to support a heroin addiction and that after learning he used the same needle as someone infected with the AIDS virus, he “went on a rampage.” According to the latest criminal complaint: Dorothy Wilcox told police she suspected her grandson, Ungarsky, stole 17 personal checks and purchased items on her credit card without permission. Police said they learned three checks were cashed by Ungarsky’s sister, Sara

Ungarsky; six checks were cashed by Jared Coyne; and eight checks were cashed by Philip Enders. Sara Ungarsky told police her brother asked her to cash their grandmother’s checks after he told her their grandmother was ill and unable to withdraw money from the bank. When Sara Ungarsky later spotted her grandmother driving, she refused to cash any more checks given to her by her brother. Coyne told police Ungarsky asked him to cash checks after Ungarsky claimed he owed money to the bank, the complaint says. A preliminary hearing is scheduled on Dec. 22.

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Homicide trial testimony starts Prosecution witness Tyrek Smith says he’s testifying “to get the truth out.” By SHEENA DELAZIO sdelazio@timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE – Tyrek Smith acknowledged Tuesday he may have told several stories to investigators involving the shooting death of 30-year-old Abdul Shabazz. But, while testifying in the homicide trial of Izel and Isiah Garrett, Smith said he was telling the truth. “(I’m here to) give justice to the Shabazz family,” Smith, 25, of Harrisburg, testified. “To get the truth out.” That truth, Smith testified, is that Izel Garrett pulled the trigger, firing the shots that ultimately killed Shabazz in a drug deal gone bad in December 2010. Smith was among several witnesses assistant district attorneys Frank McCabe and Jill Matthews Lada called Tuesday to testify. Testimony will continue this morning. The trial is expected to last until Thursday. Smith said he knew the Garretts’ father, Calvin, called Shabazz, also known as the Weed Bull, to deliver them marijuana, and that he opened the door for Shabazz when he arrived at Calvin Garrett’s West Hazleton apartment. What Smith said he didn’t know was that the Garrett brothers were going to hand over counterfeit money, rob Shabazz of the drugs and shoot him. “I was shocked,” Smith testified. Smith said he didn’t tell the truth at first – that he had just

Drugs found in apartment, police allege By EDWARD LEWIS elewis@timesleader.com

been “hanging out” at the Garrett residence – because he couldn’t believe what had happened. Under questioning by Isiah Garrett’s attorney Robert Mozenter, Smith said he isn’t putting the blame on anyone, but telling the truth. He said some items found in his home during a search warrant – including a scale to measure marijuana – were his, but .22-caliber bullets found were not his. Last week, Smith pleaded guilty to a robbery charge related to the homicide, and is scheduled to be sentenced on Feb. 23. He faces a maximum of 20 years in prison. Prosecutors also played a 911 tape for jurors, a call Shabazz made for help following the shooting at 12:04 p.m. Dec. 6 of last year. “I’m shot in the stomach,” Shabazz could be heard telling a 911 dispatcher. “I don’t know where I’m at ... I don’t see no blood.” Shabazz could be heard breathing heavily and telling the dispatcher he didn’t know who shot him. “I can’t move. I can’t breathe,” Shabazz said in the tape. State police Cpl. Jody Radziewicz testified he assisted in carrying out two search warrants relating to the case, one at Calvin Garrett’s home and another at the Mechanicsburg home of the Garrett brothers. Radziewicz testified that a bullet hole and bullet were found in the living room wall of Calvin Garrett’s apartment and that two guns, ammunition and two spent .38 caliber casings were found at the Garrett brothers’ home. Investigators said Shabazz was shot with a .38-caliber gun.

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Golembiewski honored for service Dupont Borough Council member makes final motion to cap 16 years of service. By B. GARRET ROGAN Times Leader Correspondent

DUPONT – When Stanley Golembiewski moved to adjourn Tuesday night’s regular Dupont Borough Council meeting, it was his final motion as a member of the panel. The official was recognized with a plaque commemorating his 16 years of service to the borough. After the meeting, the 63year-old, life-long resident of Dupont was unable to choose one specific memory as a highlight from his tenure on council. He instead praised his fellow public officials and the people of Dupont. Although he immensely en-

joyed his time as a council member, he chose not to run again in order to allow younger members of council the opportunity to establish themselves for the good of the town. Also on Tuesday, Dupont passed a 2012 operating budget of $915,561. Property tax rates will remain at 1.2235 mills. A mill is a $1 tax for every $1,000 of assessed property valuation. The budget passed by a margin of 4-1 with council member Bernie Zielinski as the lone dissenter. Zielinski’s only point of contention was the issue of unpaid garbage pickup stickers. He has brought this issue up several times over the course of the year. He said he feels some borough residents and businesses are getting garbage pick-up services without paying yearly fees. Despite assurances from

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HAZLETON – Police investigating a domestic dispute allegedly uncovered a large amount of illegal narcotics inside an apartment on West Broad Street. Police arrested Juan Gregorio Soriano Tejeda, 21, on multiple drug offenses after cocaine and heroin were allegedly found hidden in several places inside his apartment. Tejeda was arraigned Tuesday in Wilkes-Barre Central Court and jailed at the Luzerne County Correctional Facility for lack of $30,000 bail. According to the criminal complaint: Police investigating a domestic dispute at Tejeda’s apartment Monday night spotted a knife on a kitchen counter. When securing the knife, an officer spotted 100 heroin packets in the kitchen. Tejeda allegedly admitted to police he was selling heroin and cocaine from his apartment, the complaint says. Police in the complaint said they found numerous heroin packets and crack cocaine hidden in a freezer. Unpackaged heroin was found in a kitchen cabinet and cocaine was hidden in a bag of rice, police allege. Police further found $1,000 and a large amount of packaging material in the apartment, according to the complaint. Tejeda was charged with two counts each of possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance and possession of a controlled substance, and a single count of possession of drug paraphernalia. A preliminary hearing is scheduled on Dec. 21 before District Judge Joseph Zola in Hazleton.

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GOP payroll tax cut plan passes By DAVID ESPO AP Special Correspondent

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WASHINGTON -- The Republican-controlled House on Tuesday night passed legislation sought by President Barack Obama to extend Social Security payroll tax cuts through 2012. But the bill also includes a requirement for construction of an oil pipeline that has drawn a veto threat. The vote was 234-193. The measure now goes to the Senate, where top Democrats strongly oppose the pipeline provision. The legislation would also renew jobless benefits for the long-term unemployed.

And it would head off a threatened 27 percent cut in fees to doctors who treat Medicare patients. With lawmakers expected to adjourn soon for the year, the partisan showdown is the last of a remarkably quarrelsome year of divided government. In debate on the measure, House Democrats accused Republicans of protecting “millionaires and billionaires, ” Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid of Nevada derided the GOPbacked pipeline provision as “ideological candy” for the tea party set and Republicans mocked Obama’s objections. “Mr. President, we can’t

wait,” said House Majority Leader Eric Cantor of Virginia, employing a refrain the White House often uses to criticize Republicans for failing to take steps to improve an economy struggling to recover from the worst recession in decades. At its core, the measure did include key parts of the jobs program that Obama asked Congress to approve in September. The Social Security payroll tax cuts approved a year ago to help stimulate the economy would be extended through 2012, avoiding a loss of takehome income for 160 million Americans.

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Syrian authorities have charged a U.S.-born Syrian blogger with trying to incite sectarian strife, activists said Tuesday, while regime forces fired on a funeral procession, capping a day that left at least 28 dead. Razan Ghazzawi, 31, had been documenting human rights abuses in recent months as the revolt against President Bashar Assad continues. On Monday, she was charged with trying to incite sectarian strife, spreading false information and weakening national sentiment. EDINBURG, TEXAS

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School officials in South Texas confined students to campus buildings and pondered erecting a cinder-block wall to block bullets from hunters on adjacent ranchland one day after two middle school boys were shot while trying out for the basketball team on an outdoor court. It seemed the most immediate solution for a problem specific to rural schools. With no law in Texas prohibiting hunting on private land next to schools and high-powered rifles firing ammunition that could go more than a mile, school officials said a barrier seemed a good idea. ROME

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Besides chemicals, drillers also must make public some ‘trade secret’ ingredients. By P. SOLOMON BANDA Associated Press

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4 dead, 123 hurt in Belgian attack Man with grenades and an assault rifle attacked shoppers in a city square. By RAF CASERT Associated Press

LIEGE, Belgium — A man armed with grenades and an assault rifle attacked holiday shoppers Tuesday at a central square in the Belgian city of Liege. Four people died, includ-

ing the attacker, and 123 others were wounded, officials said. It was not immediately clear what motivated the attack in the busy Place Saint-Lambert square, the central entry point to downtown shopping streets in the city in eastern Belgium. The attack prompted hundreds of shoppers to stampede down old city streets, fleeing explosions and bullets. Interior Ministry official Peter Mertens said the attack did

not involve terrorism but did not explain why he thought that. Belgian officials identified the attacker as Norodine Amrani, 33, a Liege resident who they said had done jail time for offenses involving guns, drugs and sexual abuse. He was among the dead, but Liege Prosecutor Danielle Reynders told reporters it was unclear if he committed suicide or died by accident. He did not die at the

hands of police, she said. The other dead were two teenage boys, 15 and 17, and a 75-year-old woman, she said. The La Libre newspaper reported that a 2-year-old girl was clinging to life. Reynders said Amrani had been summoned for police questioning on Tuesday but the reason for that was not clear. He still had a number of grenades with him when he died, she said.

DENVER — Colorado will require energy companies to disclose the concentrations of all chemicals in hydraulic fracturing and also ask drillers to make public some information about ingredients considered trade secrets. Regulators unanimously approved the new rules Tuesday that take effect in April. The guidelines are similar to those required by a first-in-the-nation law passed in Texas this year but go further by requiring the concentrations of chemicals to be disclosed. “That’s the big advancer here. We’re getting a full picture of what’s in that fracking fluid,” said Michael Freeman, an attorney for Earthjustice who worked with industry to write the rules. Also, if Colorado drillers claim a trade secret, they would still have to disclose the ingredient’s chemical family. In emergencies, companies would have to tell health care workers what those secret ingredients were. “It yielded a good rule for the state and a workable rule for the industry,” said Jep Seman, an attorney for the Colorado Petroleum Association. Companies have been fracking for decades, but as drilling expands to more populated areas, residents near wells are concerned about the effects on their health and drinking water.

NTSB recommends a complete ban on driver cell phone use By JOAN LOWY Associated Press

WASHINGTON — States should ban all driver use of cell phones and other portable electronic devices, except in emergencies, the National Transportation Board said Tuesday. The recommendation, unanimously agreed to by the fivemember board, applies to both hands-free and hand-held phones and significantly exceeds any ex-

isting state laws restricting texting and cellphone use behind the wheel. The board made the recommendation in connection with a deadly highway pileup in Missouri last year. The board said the initial collision in the accident near Gray Summit, Mo., was caused by the inattention of a 19 year-old-pickup driver who sent or received 11 texts in the 11 minutes immediately before the

crash. The pickup, traveling at 55 mph, slammed into the back of a tractor truck that had slowed for highway construction. The pickup was rear-ended by a school bus that overrode the smaller vehicle. A second school bus rammed into the back of the first bus. The pickup driver and a 15year-old student on one of the school buses were killed. Thirty-

eight other people were injured in the Aug. 5, 2010, accident near Gray Summit, Mo. The accident is a “big red flag for all drivers,” NTSB chairman Deborah Hersman said at a meeting to determine the cause of the accident and make safety recommendations. AP FILE PHOTO While the NTSB doesn’t have the power to impose restrictions, Using a cellphone while driving it’s recommendations carry with should be banned, a federal agency said Tuesday. regulators and lawmakers.

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BELLA MARIE LUCKASAVAGE, infant daughter of James and Brandi Shrader Luckasavage of Taylor, passed away, Friday evening, December 2, 2011, shortly after birth in the Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. Surviving are grandparents, Barbara and Randy Shrader, John and Felicia Luckasavage; great-grandfather, Felix Skrzysowski; aunt, Lisa Shrader; uncle, John Luckasavage and wife Lynn; cousins, Destiny Descoteaux and Hailey Luckasavage. Private blessing services will be held Thursday in the Thomas P. Kearney Funeral Home Inc., 517 N. Main St., Old Forge, with Rev. Joseph Verespy. Interment will be in the Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish Cemetery, Dupont. Memorial contributions may be made, in Bella Marie’s name, to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), 700 Quincy Ave., Scranton, PA 18510. For online condolences, please visit www.KearneyFuneralHome.com. BARBARA L. BOYLE, 70, formerly of Prospect Street, WilkesBarre, died Monday, December 12, 2011, in Riverstreet Manor, WilkesBarre. Born in Forty Fort, on January 8, 1941, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Eliza Malpass. She graduated from Wyoming Seminary and Sanford College. Preceding her in death were husband, Joseph Boyle, 1985; and brothers and sisters. Surviving are daughters, Kimberly Decker and husband, David, Hunlock Creek, Dawn Boyle, Edwardsville; son, David Boyle and wife, Cindy, Alden; three grandchildren, Meghan and Shaun Boyle, and Cole Joseph Decker; and many nieces and nephews. A funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Friday in the Hugh B. Hughes & Son Inc., Funeral Home, 1044 Wyoming Ave., Forty Fort, with the Rev. Donald A. Roberts officiating. Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday. VINCENT NANORTA, 63, of Wilkes-Barre, died Monday, December 12, 2011, in Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. Arrangements are pending from McLaughlin’s. Full obituary information will be published in Thursday’s edition of this newspaper and later today at www.celebratehislife.com. KATHRYN (KAY) WILLIAMS, of Wyoming Avenue, Daniel J. Flood Towers Building, Kingston, formerly of Forty Fort, died Monday, December 12, 2011, in Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Plains Township, after injuries sustained in an automobile accident in Dallas. Funeral arrangements are pending from the Hugh B. Hughes & Son Inc., Funeral Home, 1044 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort. DAVID MISHKEL, 24, son of Joan and Ken Mishkel, and brother of Steven, passed away Thursday, November 3, 2011. A Memorial Mass will be held at 11a.m. Saturday in Holy Trinity Church, Swoyersville. Arrangements are by Amory Funeral Home, Grafton, Va.

Angeline Caporaletti December 12, 2011 Angeline Caporaletti, 98, of Jeanette Street, Mocanaqua, died, Monday, December 12, 2011, in Birchwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Nanticoke, where she had been staying. Born March 28, 1913, in Mocanaqua, she was a daughter of the late Sabatino and Esterina (Pieri) Cesarini. She was a member of Holy Spirit Parish/St. Mary’s Church, Mocanaqua, and of the Mocanaqua VFW Ladies’ Auxiliary. She was preceded in death by a grandson, Gary Bogacki; brothers, Aldo, Dolphi, Othello and Americo Cesarini; twin sister, Alda Lovecchio; and sisters, Helen Cesarini and Anna Cesarini. Surviving are a son, John, and his wife, Chris Caporaletti, Fredericksburg; daughter, Joy Caporaletti, Mocanaqua; twin daughters, Jean and her husband, Jim Schinski, Malvern, Pa., and Joan and her husband, Chet Bogacki, Reading; 13 grandchildren and 19 greatgrandchildren. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in Holy Spirit Parish/St. Mary’s Church, Mocanaqua. Burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Mocanaqua. Visitation will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. Friday in the church. Arrangements are under the direction of the Mayo Funeral Home Inc., Shickshinny. For additional information, or to send condolences, please visit www.mayofh.com. More Obituaries, Page 2A

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A. (Amrich) Buczko, M rs.81, Julia of West Chestnut Street, in

the North End/Brookside section of the city, passed into Eternal Life unexpectedly Tuesday afternoon, December 13, 2011, in her residence. Born May 2, 1930, in WilkesBarre, she was a daughter to the late Stephen and Bridget (Bednar) Amrich. Educated in the city schools, she attended the James M. Coughlin High School, Wilkes-Barre. Mrs. Buczko was a member of the Parish Community of Saint Andre Bessette, Northeast Wilkes-Barre, having previously attended Sacred Heart of Jesus Roman Catholic Church. She had been employed by the former Fowler, Dick & Walker, the Boston Store of Wilkes-Barre, previously by Wayne’s Department Store of Edwardsville and prior to that, she worked with the local cigar manufacturing industry in the valley. She is remembered by her family for her most important position in life, that being a devoted mother and grandmother to her family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Buczko in 1992; and by a brother, Mr. Stephen Amrich, in 2007. Surviving are her children and their spouses, Joseph J. Buczko Jr. and his wife, Marcia, North Myrtle Beach, S.C.; Janice Kivlen and her husband, Charles, Wilkes-Barre; Judith Belcastro and her husband, James, Plains Township; Joyce Hudak, and Jacqueline Grant and her

husband, Brad, Pringle; grandchildren, Charles Kivlen, Joseph J. Buczko III, and Gerald Hudak III; sisters, Nancy Magdalinski, and Jean Amrich, both of North WilkesBarre; sister-in-law, Franciszka Amrich, Mountaintop; and numerous nieces and nephews. As per Julia’s wishes, funeral services will be private and at the convenience of her family from the John V. Morris Funeral Home, 625 N. Main St., North Wilkes-Barre. Private family interment with Rite of Committal will be in Mount Olivet Diocesan Roman Catholic Cemetery, Carverton section of Kingston Township. There will be no public visitation. In lieu of floral tributes, memorial contributions may be made in Julia’s name to the charity of the donor’s choice. To send Mrs. Buczko’s family online words of comfort and support, please visit our family’s website at www.JohnVMorrisFuneralHomes.com.

Lorraine R. Cornell December 13, 2011 R. Cornell, 85, of WilkesL orraine Barre, passed away on Tuesday,

December 13, 2011, in Hospice Community Care at Geisinger South Wilkes-Barre. She was born in Wilkes-Barre, on July 9, 1926, a daughter of the late Francis and Loretta Sauer Steinkirchner. She was a graduate of St. Nicholas High School in Wilkes-Barre. Lorraine was formerly employed as a seamstress in the local garment industry, having worked for Allen Manufacturing. She was a member of St. Nicholas Church in Wilkes-Barre, where she was a member of its Altar & Rosary Society and Senior Citizens Club. Lorraine was also a member of the Neighborly Ashley Senior Citizens Club and a volunteer at the Little Flower Manor in Wilkes-Barre. Lorraine enjoyed sewing and making outfits for her family and she was an avid gardener. She was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Peter F. Cornell, in 2006; and by her sister, Elizabeth (Betty) Gray. Surviving her are son, James T. Cornell, and his wife, Lorraine, Wilkes-Barre; granddaughters, Michelle Drevitch and her husband, Brian, Wilkes-Barre; Jill Khalife and her husband, Daniel, Warrington; great-grandchildren, Gabrielle and

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John was active in many civic activities including the Norfolk Youth Football Program, King Philip Sports Club, and the Greater Boston Jr. Chamber of Commerce. He was a member of American Legion Post 143, VFW, and treasurer of Korean War Veterans Association. He received many awards including Outstanding Service Award by Governor Volpe in 1965 and ASM Distinguished Service Award. He was listed in Who’s Who of Intellectuals 1985, Who’s Who in the East 1986-88, Who’s Who in Finance 1987-88, and Who’s Who in the World 1988-89. John also enjoyed going back to Pennsylvania every summer to the family cottage at Newton Lake. Visiting hours will be from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday, in the Sullivan Funeral Home, 551 Washington St., Rte 53, Hanover, Mass. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Friday in St. Thecla’s Church, 145 Washington St., Rte 53 in North Pembroke. Burial to follow in the Veterans National Cemetery in Bourne, Mass. For directions and our online guest book, visit SullivanFuneralHomes.com

Bertha Cole Hughes December 13, 2011 Cole Hughes, WilkesB ertha Barre, passed away Tuesday, De-

Jacob Drevitch, Isabella and Lucas Khalife; brother, Francis Steinkirchner and his wife, Sharon, Shavertown; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday morning in the Nat & Gawlas Funeral Home, 89 Park Ave., Wilkes-Barre, with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 11 a.m. in St. Nicholas Church, 226 S. Washington St., Wilkes-Barre. Interment will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Hanover Township. Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. today in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Hospice Community Care, 601 Wyoming Ave., Kingston, PA 18704. Online condolences may be made at www.natandgawlasfuneralhome.com.

cember 13, 2011, surrounded by her family, at Hospice Care of the VNA. at St. Luke’s Villa, Wilkes-Barre. Born January 15, 1935, in Hazleton, she was a daughter of the late Floyd Kenneth and Emma Ruth Everett Cole. Bertha attended Hazleton area schools and was employed in the area garment industry. She loved music and dancing, spending time with her children and grandchildren, and her daughter’s dog, Max. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Emerson Hughes, on April 10, 1989; grandson, John A. Hughes, November 4, 2010; brothers, Charles, Floyd and Raymond Cole; sisters, Esther Davis, Martha Scobel, and Elizabeth Frame. She will be sadly missed by daughters, Patricia Hughes, Hunlock Creek; Donna Artmont, Wilkes-Barre; Diane Brew, WilkesBarre; Darlene Hughes, WilkesBarre; sons, Ralph Hughes and his wife, Patty, Wilkes-Barre; Robert

Hughes and his wife, Tara, Nanticoke; 15 grandchildren and 21 greatgrandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 5:30 p.m. Thursday in the Jendrzejewski Funeral Home, 21 N. Meade St., Wilkes-Barre, with Sister Miriam Frances Stadulis officiating. Interment will be in Maple Hill Cemetery, Hanover Township at a later date. Family and friends may call from1p.m. until the time of services Thursday in the funeral home.

December 13, 2011 Center St., Hanover section of Nanticoke. OWENS – Carol Lee, memorial service 2 p.m. Saturday in the Harding-Litwin Funeral Home, 123 W. Tioga St., Tunkhannock. SCHWAB – Anne, family and friends may call 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday in McCune Funeral Home, 80 S. Mountain Blvd., Mountain Top. SILVERI – Raymond Jr., funeral 11 a.m. today in the Howell-Lussi Funeral Home, 509 Wyoming Ave., West Pittston. Friends may call 5 to 8 p.m. The Wyoming Lodge 468 will conduct Masonic services at 7 p.m. in the funeral home. SIRENO – Frances, funeral 9 a.m. Thursday in the Nat & Gawlas Funeral Home, 89 Park Ave., Wilkes-Barre. Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in St. Andrew’s Parish, 316 Parrish St., WilkesBarre. Friends may call 5 to 7 p.m. today in the funeral home.

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ing, December 13, 2011, in Geisinger Hospice Unit, Wilkes-Barre. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Eddie Jones, and her second husband, Norman H. Emery. Born in Detroit, Michigan, on July 18, 1931, she was a daughter of the late Glenn and Reval Smith Bush. She was employed as a waitress. Surviving her are three sons, Edward (Sonny) Jones and wife Susan; Ronald Jones, Newark, Del., and Thomas Jones and wife Mary, Maryland; sister, Cherry Van Horn, Michigan; 11 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Community of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas, died at Mercy Center on December 12, 2011. The former Kathleen Gallagher was born February 18, 1933 in Hazleton, and was a daughter of Joseph C. and Mary Ferry Gallagher. Sister Sharon graduated from St. Ann High School in Freeland and from Misericordia University with a degree in English. She received a master’s degree in Library Science from Marywood University. Sister Sharon entered the Sisters of Mercy on February 2, 1951 in Dallas, where she professed vows August 16, 1953. Sister Sharon taught in elementary schools in New York and at Bishop Guilfoyle High School in Altoona. Sister was a member of the faculty at Misericordia University, where she also served as the Director of Library Services for many years. Following her retirement from Misericordia University, she served as Archivist for Sisters of Mercy Dallas Regional Community. Sister Sharon was preceded in death by her parents and her sisters Mary Teresa Dano, Ann Marie Gallagher and Helen Gallagher. Of all her many accomplishments, Sister Sharon most likely would wish to be remembered as the popular entertainer “Billy Boom-ba.” Dressed in clown attire, and playing a wide variety of musical instruments, including the Bavarian Boom-ba, Sister Sharon entertained audiences at the Faculty Follies at Misericordia, the residents at Mercy Center and the Meadows Nursing Center. The transferal and wake service will take place from 2 to 4 p.m. Thursday to Mercy Center. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10:30 a.m. Friday in Mercy Center. The interment will be held in Mount Olivet Cemetery in Carverton. Memorial contributions in the name of Sister Sharon Gallagher may be made to Mercy Center, P.O. Box 370, Dallas, PA 18612.

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FUNERALS ALBA – Mary, funeral 9 a.m. Thursday in the Graziano Funeral Home Inc., Pittston Township. in the funeral home. Mass of Christian at 9:30 a.m. in St. Joseph Morello Parish at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel R.C. Church in Pittston. Calling hours 5 to 8 p.m. today evening in the funeral home. ANDREWS – Estelle, Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. today in St. Ignatius Church, Kingston. Friends may call 9 a.m. until time of service at the church. Memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Thursday followed by a celebration of Estelle’s life for her Wesley Village friends in the activities room of the PartridgeTippett Skilled Nursing Center at Wesley Village, Jenkins Township. BEST – Clyde E. Jr., funeral 8:45 a.m. today in the Thomas P. Kearney Funeral Home Inc., 517 N. Main St., Old Forge. Mass of Christian Burial 9:30 a.m. in St. Mary’s Church, Queen of the Apostles Parish, 715 Hawthorne St., Avoca. Relatives and friends may call today 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. JOHNSON – Warren, memorial service 1 p.m. Dec. 31, in the Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 813 Wyoming Ave., Kingston. KOPCZA – Edgar, Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 a.m. today in the Holy Mother of Sorrows Polish National Catholic Church of Dupont. Friends may call 9 a.m. until the time of service. LUKACHICK – Stephen, funeral 9 a.m. Thursday in the Yeosock Funeral Home, 40 S. Main St., Plains Township. Requiem Service at 9:30 a.m. in Holy Trinity Russian Orthodox Church, WilkesBarre. Friends may call 5 to 7 p.m. today. MASLOWSKI – Richard, funeral 10:15 a.m. today in Davis-Dinelli Funeral Home, 170 E. Broad St., Nanticoke. Divine Liturgy in Holy Transfiguration Church, 240

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Chruney, 81, died at South J ohn Shore Hospital in Weymouth,

Mass., on Sunday, December 11, 2011, surrounded by his loving family. John was born in Wilkes-Barre to the late George and Mary (Watlack) Chruney. He has lived in Pembroke, Mass., for over 30 years. After attending two years at Bloomsburg State Teachers College, he joined the U.S. Army as a Private, and went on to Officers Candidate School. He served in the Korean War and left the service as a First Lieutenant. He returned to Bloomsburg State to get his bachelor’s degree and there met his beloved wife, Marian Walsh of Archibald in accounting class. They were both members of Pi Omega Pi, the National Business Honor Society. John was predeceased by his brother, Michael. John is survived by his wife of 55 years, Marian; sons, George and his wife, Jeannie; James; John and his wife, Linda; Jeff and his wife, Lori; daughter, Colleen Myers and her husband, William; five grandchildren, Andrea, Benjamin and Crystal Chruney, Michael and Matthew Hood; five step-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. He is also survived by two sisters, Marie and Regina. John worked for Liberty Mutual in Pittsburg and later in Boston, Mass. He then became a management consultant with Auerbach Corporation. He was a controller at Dunkin Donuts for many years. He was also a faculty member of Northeastern University in Boston from1970 to1982, and became a certified systems professional in 1985.

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The funeral will be held at a later date in Detroit. Arrangements are by the Paul F. Leonard Funeral Home, 575 N. Main St., Pittston.

December 12, 2011 Golida III, 67, formerly of J ohn Wilkes-Barre, a resident of Gino

J Merli Veterans’ Center, Scranton, died, Monday, December 12, 2011, in Regional Hospital, Scranton. Born in Wilkes-Barre, he was a son of the late John and Anna Klapatch Golida. John was a graduate of Coughlin High School, Vo-Tech, Luzerne County Community College with Associate’s Degree in Electrical Technology. He earned the Alpha Omega Badge in Boy Scouts. He was a veteran of the Vietnam Conflict serving in the U.S. Army. John was formerly employed at Pomeroy’s and the Senior Citizens Stores. Surviving are his sister, Christine G. Brezenchek, and husband John, Wilkes-Barre; aunts, Eva Lisowski, Wilkes-Barre, Mary Ann Klapatch, Wilkes-Barre; and several nieces, nephews. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday in the Yeosock Funeral Home, 40 S. Main St., Plains Township, with the Rev. David Shewczyk, pastor of Holy Trinity Russian Orthodox Church, officiating. Interment in Fern Knoll Burial Park, Dallas. Relatives and friends may call 9 to 10 a.m. on Friday in the funeral home.

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ber 12, 2011, in Lackawanna Health Care Center, Olyphant. “Polly” leaves behind her daughter, Mary Francesca Barna, Archbald; and her beloved granddaughter, Martina. She is also survived by a sister, Chrystyna Skovira, Owego, N.Y.; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her dear family, parents, Michael and Mary Merva; brothers, Michael, Joseph, William, Raymond and Edward; and sisters Mary Merva, Cecilia Feinstein and Elizabeth Collins, with whom she is reunited into eter-

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WILKES-BARRE COUNCIL

Rental re-inspection fee considered Council also plans vote aimed at relieving traffic congestion near crumbling Hotel Sterling.

By MATT HUGHES mhughes@timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE – City Council on Thursday will consider an ordinance allowing the city to charge additional inspection fees for rental properties that require more than one code-compliance inspection. The ordinance would amend the city’s buildings and buildings

regulation codes to permit the city to charge landlords an additional fee when a property must be re-inspected after failing inspection, or after passing inspection upon conditions that certain amenities, like fire alarms, be added. “We have inspectors spending a lot of time on these properties that originally failed inspections,” city attorney Tim Henry explained. “Then, when they get up to code and the re-inspection’s done, we have no way to charge them because under our current rental permit ordinance, we can

only charge for the original inspection.” Currently, the city charges $35 for a two-year renters’ license and $35 for each inspection. Council members did not specify a cost for subsequent inspections, but Henry said it would be nominal and in line with the rates already in place. Council will consider the ordinance on first reading at its next meeting at 6 p.m. Thursday. Also at that meeting, council will vote on a resolution aimed at relieving traffic congestion around the crumbling Hotel Ster-

ling by changing the timing of the traffic light at the intersection of West Market Street and the north corner of Public Square. The move would allow the city to enter into an agreement with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation to temporarily alter that light’s timing sequence. At a public hearing immediately preceding Thursday’s meeting, representatives of Coal Street Deli LLC are also expected to request council’s approval to transfer a liquor license from an establishment in Nanticoke to 302 N. Empire St.

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Budget of $893,343 comes without tax hike Millage for borough remains at 1.5 for 2012. Sewer and garbage fees also the same. By CAMILLE FIOTI Times Leader Correspondent

WEST WYOMING -- There are no increases in 2012 budget, borough council announced at its meeting Monday. The $893,343 spending plan includes a property tax millage

of 1.5, which is unchanged from this year. A mill is a $1 tax on every $1,000 of assessed property value. Also, there are no increases in sewer and garbage fees. The annual sewer user fee is $336 and the annual garbage fee is $200 if purchased from Feb. 1 to Feb. 28, 2012. Senior citizens over 65 will receive a $25 rebate if garbage stickers are purchased before Jan. 31. All others will receive a

$15 discount. After Feb. 28, the cost will be $300 for the year and citations will be issued. Garbage stickers are available at the town hall on the corner of Eighth Street and Shoemaker Avenue. In other business, council President Eileen Cipriani announced she was invited to participate in a joint legislative hearing on the Municipal Financial Recovery Act (Act 47) on

Dec. 8. At the request of state Sen. John Blake, Democratic chairman of the Senate Local Government Committee, Cipriani attended to explain how the borough managed to restore financial stability and avoid Act 47 involvement by entering into the Early Intervention Program. Cipriani participated in a panel format along with representatives of the cities of Scranton, Lancaster, Pittsburgh and Reading.

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Additional police coverage increases budget, but taxes stay same By TOM HUNTINGTON Times Leader Correspondent

NESCOPECK – Council on Monday night unanimously passed a $322,916 budget for 2012 that keeps existing tax rates but calls for more than $12,000 in additional spending for police. Some of the increase, said council President Sandy Wright, is contained in yearly contractual pay raises, but overall spending for the police in 2012 is projected at $96,286 compared with $84,053 in 2011 because of increased hours of coverage by police. In August and September, council was confronted by residents who asked for a stepped up police presence because of what they said was an increase in burglaries and drug activity. The hours were increased in response to those pleas. Overall, a tax ordinance, which was passed unanimously, contains revenues of1.177 mills on real estate, 0.2 mills for street lights, a $10 per capita tax, a $52 personal services tax on individu-

als employed in the borough earning more than $12,000 per year, and a 1/2 percent earned income tax. A mill is $1 in tax for every $1,000 in assessed valuation. The earned income tax is projected to provide the highest yield: $125,000. In contrast to law enforcement, proposed spending for the fire department will remain at 2011 levels, in spite of protests from David Shoemaker, assistant fire chief. Overall, $12,847 was allocated for the department, but Shoemaker argued that designating only $1,000 for truck repair is insufficient in light of the age of the fire trucks, which he said are 2003 and 2006 models. He said a repair bill could wipe out the entire allocation. Any other repair needs, Shoemaker said, could render a truck inoperable because, “we can’t afford to get it repaired.” Councilman Tim Kishbaugh agreed with Shoemaker that a potential problem exists, but said the alternative is more taxation;

and, council, following flooding in September by the Susquehanna River, isn’t prepared to raise taxes. Wright said council is hopeful of getting federal and state reimbursement for flood expenses, money she said that could be put back into the general fund.

Wright said that because spending was reined in, council, for the first time in several years, didn’t “have to borrow any money this year.” When pressed by Shoemaker, however, she did acknowledge that the borough has an existing “rainy fund” of $60,420.

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level of .084 percent after he struck Kayla Bahrey, 18, of McAdoo, along Interstate 81 on July 3, according to the criminal complaint. Bahrey was standing outside a disabled vehicle when she was struck. Her boyfriend, Tyler Paisley, was seated in the disabled vehicle and was injured, state police said. Gorbea-Lespier told state police he was returning home after attending a picnic in Albrightsville. He admitted to drinking alcohol at the picnic, according to the complaint. Gorbea-Lespier is also charged with two counts of driving under the influence and a single count of aggravated assault by vehicle while driving under the influence. A formal arraignment is scheduled on Feb. 24 in county court. WILKES-BARRE – A city man was sentenced Tuesday to six to 12 months in county jail on several charges. Michael Monkoski, 36, of Jones Street, was sentenced on charges of robbery, simple assault, disorderly conduct and two counts of terroristic threats by Luzerne County Judge David Lupas. Lupas said Monkoski, having already served 217 days in prison, was immediately paroled, and released pending any detainers. Monkoski must also serve 27 months of probation. According to court papers, on Nov. 30, 2010, Hazleton police said Monkoski assaulted a woman, took her cellphone and keys, and fled. On Jan. 12, Wilkes-Barre police received a report of a man with a gun smashing vehicle windows. Police said they saw Monkoski removing windsheild wipers from several cars. Police said Monkoski asked a person for a ride, the person refused and Monkoski displayed the gun. Hazleton police said that on Sept. 24, Monkoski threatened to harm and kill a man.

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Masses descended on Bellefonte A media army, many security and emergency responders and spectators crowded town. By CHRIS ROSENBLUM, JESSICA VANDERKOLK AND ED MAHON Centre Daily Times

BELLEFONTE – Dawn broke on an alternative downtown Bellefonte. Below the ornate cornices and brick facades, media satellite trucks sat parked in every space, dishes pointed skyward, generators humming. The corner Dairy Queen, usually open at10:30 a.m., blazed with light by 5:15 a.m., full of people hunched over notepads and laptops, all waiting for Jerry Sandusky’s preliminary hearing to begin. And on the Diamond in front of the illuminated Centre County Courthouse, a forest of camera tripods and light poles stood among shivering TV reporters filming reports as their breath steamed upward. Tuesdaymorningwasanything but sleepy in the county seat. Police closed three blocks of Allegheny Street and one block of High Street to traffic the night be-

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court in many types of minor cases, said veteran Luzerne County defense attorneys Al Flora Jr., Nanda Palissery and Barry Dyller. But it’s highly unusual to do so in a case involving serious charges like those Sandusky is facing, the attorneys said. “When I heard that he waived I was very surprised,” Palissery said. The attorneys said it’s almost always to a defendant’s benefit to hold a preliminary hearing in cases involving serious charges because it gives the defense a more detailed picture of the prosecution’s case early on in the proceedings. “It’s a huge benefit in so many ways. You have a chance to get some of the charges dismissed. But most importantly you get to make the witnesses testify and you get to cross-

fore, and snipers stood guard on rooftops beneath circling helicopters. Bellefonte Area School District administrators acted as crossing guards. Restaurants opened early for breakfast, but the Bellefonte Family YMCA closed for the day. “It’s pretty crazy,” said Bellefonte resident Kristy Severino, drawn to the scene like many other locals. An odd morning turned even stranger when Sandusky waived his hearing within minutes, surprising the media and downtown businesses, who were anticipating an all-day event. Reporters rushed to the Diamond and jostled for position around attorneys holding impromptu news conferences. “It’s an event at the courthouse,” said borough resident Pam Aikey. “It’s something that this community has never really seen before.” Bellefonte police Chief Shawn Weaver oversaw a small law enforcement army. Weaver said 47 officers, including snipers, from his department, state police and the other local forces handled the first security shift. If the day had required two

more shifts, about 100 officers would have been involved, he said. After two weeks of planning, Weaver said, the morning was “absolutely flawless” without any incidents. A lighter-than-expected public turnout helped, as did assistance from local emergency responders, municipal employees and the Salvation Army’s canteen.More than 100 photographers, reporters and members of the media gathered behind the

courthouse at about 7:30 a.m., waiting for Sandusky to arrive. When he did, he was a passenger in a black BMW SUV. He wore a dark suit and was accompanied by about 20 family members and friends. As he walked toward the courthouse, his wife, Dottie, held his arm. A reporter shouted a question, asking how he felt to face his accusers. Sandusky didn’t answer and kept his hands in his pockets.

examine them to create a record you can use later at trial,” Dyller said. The credibility of witnesses is a key issue, particularly in sexual-assault cases, Flora said. Hearing the alleged victim’s version of events is crucial in helping the defense develop a strategy, he said. “Any time you are dealing with a sex offense case, if you have an opportunity to question the alleged victim and lock in their story, you really want to go to a preliminary hearing to do that,” Flora said.

The objective of a preliminary hearing is for a district judge to determine whether there is sufficient evidence for the case to proceed to county court. The burden of proof is very low at this stage, with most cases being forwarded, Flora said. It’s still worth going to a hearing since there’s virtually no risk to the defendant, who is not required to testify, he said. “From a defense standpoint, there is not a lot that could go wrong,” Flora said. “You are not required to disclose your strategy.”

Sandusky, the former defensive coordinator for Penn State, is facing more than 50 charges related to his alleged sexual abuse of 10 boys over a span of 12 years. He and his attorney, Joseph Amendola, have adamantly maintained his innocence. Amendola and the prosecutor, Senior Deputy Attorney General E. Marc Costanzo, each said there have been no plea negotiations. Speaking after the hearing, Amendola said the decision to waive was a “tactical decision”

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Former PSU assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky and his wife, Dottie, arrive Tuesday for the hearing in Bellefonte.

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Amendola to go on offensive financial gain that could come out of this by saying, ‘I’m a BELLEFONTE – Jerry Sand- victim.’ ” Amendola spoke for nearly an usky’s lawyer said he plans to hour to reporters in front of the chip away at the motives and character of the alleged victims Centre County Courthouse after Sandusky waived his right and prosecution witnesses, to a preliminary hearing Tuesincluding the assistant Penn day morning. State football coach who told a Amendola on Tuesday particgrand jury he saw Sandusky ularly questioned McQueary’s sexually assault a child. testimony and different verSpeaking to reporters after a brief court appearance Tuesday sions of his story that have morning, attorney Joe Amendo- surfaced. He pointed to the allegation la said “credibility is going to be in the grand jury report that the main factor in this case.” McQueary saw Sandusky rapHe took aim at both coach Mike McQueary and the alleged ing a boy who appeared to be 10 years old. McQueary reportedly victims in the case, some of told his father about the inwhom said Sandusky fondled them, others who said he forced cident and then told Joe Paterno. McQueary later told them to have sex. then-athletic director Tim Curl“Do you realize that many of ey and Gary Schultz, the now these young men already have retired executive vice president civil attorneys for the lawsuits for finance, what he had seen, that are being filed, have been filed, or will be filed?” Amendo- according to the attorney general’s account. la said. “What greater motivaBut Curley and Schultz gave a tion – and I hate to say it, but it’s different version of events, going to be part of the case, so we’re checking on it now – what saying they weren’t told a rape was taking place. The grand greater motivation could there be than money? I’ve seen money jury concluded they were lying. Amendola also pointed to break up families. I’ve seen McQueary’s more recent assiblings become enemies fightsertion that he called police ing over their parents’ assets after witnessing the alleged after their parents pass away. rape – which differs from the “What greater motivation, grand jury report. folks, could there be than the By ANNE DANAHY Centre Daily Times

to prevent the alleged victims from reiterating the same claims they made to the state grand jury that issued the indictment against Sandusky. Dyller, Flora and Palissery speculated Sandusky may have been offered some sort of concession by prosecutors in exchange for the waiver. Prosecutors will often offer to drop some of the charges if the defendant waives, they said. “A good defense lawyer will not waive a hearing unless he gets an appropriate concession,” Dyller said.

Amendola said the only agreement with prosecutors was that they would give early warning if Sandusky would face further charges and that they would keep his bail at $250,000. A spokesman for the prosecutors said that Sandusky’s bail conditions were adequate, but made no other promises. “Sandusky waived his rights today. We waived nothing,” said Nils Frederiksen, a spokesman for the state attorney general’s office. The Associated Press contributed to this story.

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An attorney for one called Sandusky a “coward” for not hearing his accusers’ testimony and derided the arguments that they were out for money, saying many were too old to sue Sandusky under Pennsylvania’s statute of limitations. “It makes my blood boil,” said Harrisburg lawyer Ben Andreozzi, who read a statement by his client, identified in a grand jury report as Victim 4, who was said to have become a fixture at one point in the Sandusky household. “All the money in the world isn’t going to bring them back to where they were before the sexual assaults.” Sandusky 67, faces 52 criminal counts for what a grand jury called a series of sexual assaults and abuse of10 boys dating back to the 1990s, in hotel swimming pools, the basement of his home in State College and in the locker room showers at Penn State, where he coached football until his retirement in 1999. The charges devastated the university and its storied football program and led to the departures of coach Joe Paterno, the university’s president and charges against

administrators accused of lying to a grand jury and failing to report the suspected abuse. Amendola told reporters Tuesday that Sandusky is an emotional, physical man — “a loving guy, an affectionate guy” — who never did anything illegal. The lawyer likened Sandusky’s behavior to his own Italian family in which “everybody hugged and kissed each other.” The lawyer accused the unidentified victims of seeking to cash in through false accusations and said the preliminary hearing would not have allowed him to delve into the witnesses’ credibility. Sandusky entered a not-guilty plea and asked for a jury trial, his lawyer said. A pretrial conference was set for March. “If he wants to change his mind at the last minute, that’s his prerogative,” senior deputy attorney general E. Marc Costanzo said. Some lawyers for alleged victims said they were disappointed they didn’t testify, after steeling themselves to face him. “It would have been apparent from watching those boys and their demeanor that they were telling the truth,” said Howard Janet, a lawyer for a boy whose mother contacted police in 1998 and said her son had showered with Sandusky. Sandusky waived the preliminary hearing in front of his wife, Dot-

tie, some of their adopted children and alumni of The Second Mile, an organization that Sandusky founded in1977 to help struggling children. The grand jury alleged that he used the charity to meet and lure his alleged victims. The first known abuse allegation was in1998, when the mother told police Sandusky had showered with her son. Accusations surfaced again in 2002, when then-graduate assistant Mike McQueary reported another alleged incident of abuse to Paterno and other university officials. The grand jury probe began only in 2009, after a teen complained that Sandusky, then a volunteer coach at his high school, had abused him. The teen told the grand jury that Sandusky first groomed him with gifts and trips in 2006 and 2007, then sexually assaulted him more than 20 times in 2008 through early 2009. Amendola on Tuesday attacked McQueary by citing a Sunday report in The Patriot-News of Harrisburg that claimed he changed his story when speaking to a family friend. The defense attorney said McQueary’s conflicting accounts would derail the prosecution. “McQueary was always the centerpiece of the prosecution’s case,” he said.

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The newspaper report cited a source said to be familiar with the testimony of the family friend, Dr. Jonathan Dranov. Dranov was unable to be reached for comment. No one answered the door at McQueary’s home Tuesday and his father, John, declined comment. Lawyers for Penn State Athletic Director Tim Curley and former vice president Gary Schultz issued a joint statement Tuesday about the newspaper report.

“If this information is true, and we believe it is, it would be powerful, exculpatory evidence and the charges against our clients should be dismissed,” said the lawyers, Thomas Farrell and Caroline Roberto. Curley and Schultz face preliminary hearings on Friday in Harrisburg. They have denied the allegations against them. Curley was placed on leave and Schultz returned to retirement in the wake

of their arrests. Meanwhile, officials at Juniata College said Tuesday that Sandusky insinuated himself into the school’s football program last year, despite being denied an official position because he failed a background check. Sandusky attended Juniata practices and games despite the athletic director’s directives to the then-head coach that Sandusky couldn’t associate with the team, school spokesman John Wall said.

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Editorial

OUR OPINION: RIGHT TO KNOW

Open records require funding

S EVEN CASUAL fans of the “ScoobyDoo” cartoon series can confirm, plenty of crime and evil-doing gets stopped when a few “meddling kids” simply dare to ask questions and hunt for answers. The key: Strip away the secrecy of those involved, and their bad behavior ends. That same notion applies on a much larger and more consequential level in Pennsylvania, where state law allows people – often with the help of the startup state Office of Open Records – to sleuth through public information about state and county governments, local school boards and other taxpayer-funded bodies. But the office’s ability to advocate for speedy access to public records and to assist individuals in pursuit of paperwork might be jeopardized next year because of inadequate state funding, says Executive Director Terry Mutchler. “We’re at a crossroads,” she says. Mutchler urges area residents to press their state lawmakers for a pumped-up Office of Open Records budget, and rightly so. Only a few years ago, Pennsylvanians were in the Dark Ages when it came to right-toknow laws that stipulate easy access to government information. The National Freedom of Information Coalition ranked our state’s rules second to last in the nation. A 2008 state law, which created the Office of Open Records, propelled Pennsylvania to 25th on that list and led to a welcome change in the process

IN THE KNOW The state’s Office of Open Records is accessible online, at http://openrecords.state.pa.us, or by calling (717) 346-9903.

that people follow when seeking records from stonewalling public officials. Court is now a last resort, not the only. The office’s 11-person staff, still working out of temporary quarters in Harrisburg, has responded to about 40,000 inquiries and supplied nearly 500 training sessions. Its team of lawyers has handled about 4,000 appeals on behalf of people whose initial requests for records from agencies were denied; about 95 percent of those appeals involve everyday citizens, not journalists chasing news tips, Mutchler said. Without public support, Mutchler foresees the office’s $1.2 million budget further eroding. Translation: the probable loss next year of two employees and a laughable line item of only $24,000 for operations, less than half of this year’s outlay. Such reductions would prevent the office from fully performing its duties, she said, at a time when public watchdogs are requesting more records related to issues such as Marcellus Shale natural gas drilling. If state lawmakers and the governor fail to give sufficient money to the Office of Open Records, thereby making it more difficult for average citizens to keep an eye on government goings-on, we have but one thing to say: Ruh-Roh!

QUOTE OF THE DAY “It’s going to save money because now judges can’t just dump anyone in here …” Joseph Piazza The Luzerne County prison warden lauded a recent change in state law that is likely to reduce the number of state-sentenced inmates serving their sentences in county prisons. The measure should ease overcrowding in county lockups and help to control their costs.

OTHER OPINION: GAS DRILLING

Pipelines need to be inspected

O ONE SHOULD fault Pennsylvanians living amid the state’s natural-gas boom for finding it deeply troubling that the miles and miles of pipeline being strung across their communities will never see a government inspector. An Inquirer review found that many of these pipeline networks, by law, are subject to fewer safety checks than in any other state. The feeder pipelines from hundreds of wells being sunk into the rich Marcellus Shale gas fields are exempt from oversight by the federal agency that enforces pipeline standards. Where pipelines run near sparsely populated areas, the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration EDITORIAL BOARD

relies on the pipeline industry to meet safety standards – rather than performing its own inspections. Under these standards, in place for several decades, the thinking is that few people are put at risk by a pipeline explosion in these largely rural areas. Meanwhile, the pipeline operators are supposed to have a financial incentive to properly install and maintain their lines so that gas – and profits – flow uninterrupted. Without question, it’s good to hear major operators boast of state-of-the-art pipes and safeguards. But communities they serve have only the word of these firms to go on. The Philadelphia Inquirer

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MALLARD FILLMORE

Let’s get it right with safe development of Marcellus OVER THE past two years, there has been much discussion about the impact of natural gas development in Pennsylvania. This has reached a fevered pitch in recent weeks as state government leaders try to finalize a new law before year’s end. There are many moving parts and issues on the table. Emotions have run high on all sides, and occasionally facts and sound science have become the casualties. There have been compromises and accommodations all through the process, but the cake remains unbaked! Elected officials involved in this process share a collective responsibility to Penn’s Woods and its people. That includes the members of the General Assembly, the governor and members of the Pennsylvania State Association of Township Supervisors, which represents 95 percent of the state’s land mass. In this current sluggish economy, PSATS certainly welcomes the jobs and economic development opportunities that natural gas development brings, as well as the opportunity to reduce our national dependence on foreign oil. However, PSATS also is interested in preserving the quality of life of Pennsylvanians and our environment. That said, we support the benefits of exploration and

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State has gone too far with gas drilling bills

standards to provide for the safe transport and distribution of these resources. We support the development and enhancement of public safety mechanisms and emergency DAVID M. SANKO response plans that will ensure the maximum protection of Pennsylvanians. We support market development programs production of our commonwealth’s natural to encourage greater use of natural gas. We resources as long as they are done safely. support the distribution of a local impact fee Much has been offered about House Bill where a significant majority of the revenues 1950 and Senate Bill 1100, the two primary remains in affected communities, enabling bills before the General Assembly that deal them to deal with development-related costs with the issue of natural gas development. Both bills, in their original forms, were unac- today and in the future and to avoid local property tax increases. ceptable to PSATS. In fact, they were unacAnd most important, we oppose the total ceptable to all local government associations elimination of local control, including land because they sought to strip local government of any role in this process, and we said use. Instead, we support the maximum possible retention of local decision-making so. authority to provide for the reasonable develBoth bills have been amended, and each opment of natural resources consistent with now has parts that are more reasonable and represent a positive step toward maintaining law. In the last century, in the race to embrace appropriate and traditional local control. coal, timber, oil and steel, Pennsylvania Each, however, also has substantial flaws that prevented PSATS from endorsing either. didn’t necessarily “get it right” when it came to responsible development of those natural As we move toward the final days of debate, I thought it important to share PSATS’ resources. In a new century, we have a new opportunity to “get it right this time.” guiding principles and motivations from a Shame on everyone if we miss that boat. local government perspective. To summarize, we support enhancements to current law to better protect our enviDavid M. Sanko is the executive director of the ronment (land, water and air). We support Pennsylvania State Association of Township Supervisors. Visit www.psats.org. the creation and enhancement of pipeline

everal of the area’s state senators and representatives voted for SB 1100 and HB 1950. Both are Marcellus Shalerelated bills. Both could allow natural gas drilling rigs in residential areas subject to “setbacks.” They still have to be reconciled, passed by the Legislature and signed by Gov. Tom Corbett. It could happen this month. If these legislators read the 140-plus page bills they would see that if a municipality enacts a gas ordinance, gets sued by the drillers and loses, it could be required to pay the drillers’ legal fees. Since lawsuits are costly, these bills could stymie municipalities that want to protect residents’ drinking water via ordinances. But, it’s worse. The bills state that if a “... local ordinance fails to provide for reasonable development of oil and gas resources the local government enacting or enforcing ... the local ordinance shall be immediately ineligible to receive any funds ...” from the “well impact fee.” Currently, municipalities can prohibit drilling from a residential-zoned area if it’s allowed elsewhere. But, under versions of SB 1100 and HB 1950, local ordinances must allow drilling in all zoning districts subject to “setbacks.” Next, look for

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“forced pooling,” which could “force” nongas leased landowners into an agreement against their will. The gas industry might say to increase revenues to local municipalities they need “forced pooling.” Gov. Corbett, already under fire for his purported inaction on the Penn State University abuse scandal, could be a one-term governor once this Marcellus overreach becomes known. And, like the U.S. House Democrats in 2010, state House Republicans could lose their majority. Many Pennsylvanians want gas drilling and a fair severance tax, not the meager “well impact fee” in HB 1950 and SB 1100. Texas has a 7.5 percent tax; West Virginia: 6.4 percent. This overreach might meet with the law of unintended consequences. Instead of more Pennsylvanians embracing gas, they might begin to question it, too late, if it involves the loss of individual property rights via possible “forced pooling,” munic-

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ipal zoning rights and residential property values. Our legislators might say these bills were the only way to get a “well impact fee,” although Pennsylvania is estimated to hold the fourth largest shale gas reserves. Is Harrisburg power more important than protection of our drinking water and home values? You decide. Bill Skuba Drums

Reader chastises Obama for hiding behind Biden

recently read an Associated Press article regarding the possibility of Vice President Joe Biden coming to our region (“Democrats’ campaign strategy: Send Biden to Ohio, Pennsylvania, Florida,” Nov. 26). He is a well-known gentleman in this area, and the only reason for his visit apparently is to use him as a pawn for the president: to beg for votes for his re-election. I believe it is a really sad affair when you don’t have enough confidence in your own accomplishments to come to a region. If I were the president, I wouldn’t hurry to this region either. We have poverty, unemployment and empty promises; but we do have his plan. Barbara Zardus Fairmount Township

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ing new areas, and making new friends and continuing to represent the areas that will remain in my district.” Barletta said the 11th DisContinued from Page 1A trict was adjusted 10 years tect the re-election chances of ago to the advantage of forthe 12 Republican U.S. House mer Congressman Paul Kanjorski, a Democrat. members. “This has been the process Democrats say the plan defor decades,” Barletta said. fies the interests of voters. Republicans control the “That’s why Scranton was governor’s office and state added to (Kanjorski’s) disLegislature, so the GOP gets trict.” Barletta said he has worked to draw the new congressional map that is required every with Holden in Washington – decade to reflect population they both serve on the Transshifts. The Pennsylvania dele- portation and Infrastructure gation will shrink by one seat Committee. “I feel very confident that in the 2012 election because the people in the state grew more Wilkes-Barre, slowly than the rest U . S . R E P. and of the nation. T I M H O L D E N Scranton Pittston will like According to the Name: Tim Holden him and he will proposed maps, the Age: 54 serve them 11th District will Party: Democrat; 17th well,” Barletta stretch from Wyom- Congressional District; said. “He works ing County to Dau- 10th term very hard and phin and Cumber- Committees: Transhas a lot of seland counties at the portation and Infrastructure, Agriculture niority in Washsouthern end. Half Residence: St. Clair, ington – he’s veof Carbon County Schuylkill County has been taken Education: Bachelor of ry well-respected.” from the district, Arts from Bloomsburg Holden, 54, is while all of Colum- University; honorary serving his 10th bia County is re- doctorate from the tained and all of Harrisburg University of term in ConScience and Technology gress. He is the Montour County is Family: Wife, Gwen dean of the added. Pennsylvania In U.S. Rep. Tom Marino’s 10th District, more Congressional Delegation. “We Democrats have been of Lackawanna County is added, but the Democratic city of observers to this entire procScranton goes to the 17th Dis- ess,” he said. “I’m the proud trict. The 10th will contain all son of the coal region and I or part of 15 counties, includ- share a lot of the culture and ing Pike, Wayne, Susquehan- history of the region of na, Bradford, Sullivan, Mon- Wilkes-Barre, Pittston and roe, Union, Snyder, Northum- Scranton. I look forward to berland, Lycoming, Tioga, representing them and I intend to visit the new areas of Perry, Mifflin and Juniata. The redistricting gives the my district to meet the peoGOP more Republican con- ple and listen to their issues stituents in the 10th and 11th and concerns.” Holden also added Easton districts and makes Holden’s 17th District more Democrat- and Northampton counties and part of Monroe County ic. and will lose Dauphin, LebaBarletta: ‘Bittersweet’ non, Berks and Perry counBarletta said the new dis- ties. Holden also serves on trict lines left him with a “bit- the House Agricultural Comtersweet” feeling, losing mittee. Wilkes-Barre, Pittston, Scranton, Monroe County, and half Vinsko vs. Barletta Vinsko, 36, resides in South of Carbon County. In addition to the Back Wilkes-Barre. He said his resiMountain and Wyoming dency will not affect his plan County, Barletta will gain to take on Barletta in the 11th Cumberland, Montour, most District. “I’m in the race for the 11th of Northumberland County, most of Dauphin County, part Congressional District,” Vinof Perry County and most of sko said. “Issues don’t stop at party lines and don’t stop at Cumberland County. “Personally, I’m sad to lose district lines.” Candidates do not have to parts of my district where I made so many friends and reside in the district they repfought for so many people resent, Vinsko noted. “I’m committed to work for that I will no longer represent,” Barletta said. “I am the people of Northeastern looking forward to represent- Pennsylvania,” he said. “They

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Friends received help from area businesses to remove computers and files from its basement. And after the flood, the area business Rainbow International volunteered to clean out the basement for free, she said. The agency has barely missed a beat, but other flood victims in the community still need help. Interfaith Friends is one of five agencies and nonprofit organizations being featured in

this year’s edition of The Times Leader’s Giving Guide. There is widespread need throughout the area, but the hardship is unique in communities flooded in September. Each organization spotlighted in this week’s series either was flooded, strained its resources helping people in the inundated areas, or both. Readers are asked to consider contributing to one or more of these worthy causes this holiday season. With cold weather settling in and holidays less than two weeks away, Interfaith Friends is reaching out to help area families with holiday gifts and food

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NEW U.S. CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICTS OLD U.S. CONGRESSIONAL U.S. HOUSE DISTRICTS 10 Tom Marino (R - Lycoming Twp., Lycoming Co.) 11 Lou Barletta (R - Hazleton) 17 Tim Holden (D - St. Clair, Schuylkill Co.) Note: Exact boundaries unavailable for district 17. Source: Joint state House and Senate State Government Committee

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can move my house, but they can’t move my commitment to people of NEPA. Now that the district maps are out, we are proceeding ahead.” Barletta said he welcomes Vinsko to the race. “I’m not so sure the people of the 11th District want to continue to keep the policies of President Obama that have kept unemployment rates at over 9 percent for 28 of the last 30 months,” Barletta said. Marino, R-Lycoming Township, said it was inevitable that the 10th Congressional District would change.

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“I regret that I may no longer represent Luzerne, Montour and Wyoming counties where I have made many good friends and have had many enjoyable experiences,” Marino said. “I do welcome the opportunity to meet residents of Monroe, Mifflin, Juniata and Perry counties. “No matter how the state Legislature changes the 10th Congressional District, I want to make it clear that it is my job and my intention to continue to work tirelessly to represent the people of the current district through the re-

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baskets. Lee said the communities of Forkston, Falls, Noxen and Mehoopany are still cleaning up. “They are at different stages,” she said. “Some homes only had water in the basement; others

had it up to the second floor.” Adding flooding to a tough economy and job market has increased demand on services from the agency this holiday season. Lee said about 600 families

mainder of the 112th Congress.” Lindsay Fritchman, spokesperson for the state Democratic Party, said the proposed maps “contain districts that snake halfway across the state, split up communities, and place two Democratic incumbent congressmen together in a district -- all for the sake of helping Republicans win elections.” “The Republicans have proposed a map far more partisan and gerrymandered than anyone would have guessed, a map that they will now force

into law without any public input,” said Pennsylvania Democratic Chairman Jim Burn. “We knew that the Republicans would use their control of the process to draw a map that benefited Republicans, but we did not expect them to abuse their power to this degree, all while shutting out the public.” Fritchman said some of the most noticeable gerrymandering includes Scranton and Wilkes-Barre, which have been separated from the rest of Northeastern Pennsylvania.

have registered for the holiday assistance program, about 100 more than last year. These families will receive a food basket with the ingredients for a holiday dinner, some gifts for children and a few stocking stuffers. Lee said another 80 families were selected, based on their circumstances, to be “adopted” for the holidays. This number is up from 65 accepted last year. These families will receive a food basket, gifts for all of the children’s requests, a tree and decorations. All the items for the holiday are being donated by area

schools, businesses and colleges, Lee said. “It really is amazing to see the generosity,” she said. The community, despite dealing with individual flooding issues, is pulling together to help out those in need, she said. One example is Dr. Paul Herberner, a local chiropractor, whose office was completely flooded. That did not stop him from running his annual toy drive called the Community Toy Box, benefiting Interfaith Friends. “With so many people being affected by flooding, it was more important than ever to do it this year,” Herberner said.

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Jackson unsure of his future plans Dallas opened the position of the WVC Big School Coach of the Year the past 3 seasons. By JOHN ERZAR jerzar@timesleader.com

Ted Jackson said Tuesday night he was unsure if he will reapply for the head football coach position at Dallas, a job he has held for the past 27

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years. “I have no idea,” Jackson said. “Things are a whirlwind right now.” Shortly after Jackson the Dallas School Board voted 8-1 Monday to open Jackson’s position, his cell phone began to ring and didn’t stop.

“I probably had 100 people contact me with support,” Jackson said. “Phone calls, text messages. I’m overwhelmed by the amount of support I got from players, former players, friends, neighbors, strangers. That’s been very nice.” Jackson, though, received support from only one board member on Monday – Dr. Bruce Goeringer, who has been a staunch ally of the coach.

School board president Catherine Wega read a statement early in Monday’s meeting and prior to the vote that “the motions do not refer to a termination or dismissal but the opening of a position.” Wega said after the meeting that Jackson can reapply for the position. The school district hadn’t posted the position on its website as of Tuesday night. Jackson declined to comment

on the lopsided vote or whether he expected it. “All I heard was hearsay, hearsay,” Jackson said. “That’s all I want to say for now.” Jackson was also grateful to the 14 people – including four current players – who addressed the board on his behalf as well as the large number of people who attended to support See JACKSON, Page 4B

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Sill’s tally clinches franchise’s 500th victory

WILKES-BARRE TWP. — During the first period of Tuesday’s contest between WilkesBarre/Scranton and Binghamton, the Penguins’ Zach Sill gave the opposition a scoring chance when the puck careened off his skates and deep into the offensive end. Sill knew he couldn’t let the miscue get to him, but he also wanted to atone for the play. He did just that in the third period, scoring the game-winning goal as the Penguins overcame two Senators’ power-play tallies to earn a 4-2 win. Colin McDonald had two goals and Brad Thiessen stopped 22 of 24 shots in his first start since Dec. 3. The win – the 500th in fran-

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chise history – improves the Penguins to 15-7-1-4 and moves them into a two-point lead in the East Division and a one-point lead in the Eastern Conference. The Penguins have also won three in a row and are 5-0-1-1 against Binghamton this season after posting a 3-5-0-0 mark against the Senators last season. “Last year they had our number pretty good, and we have a lot of returning guys here that remember that feeling,” Sill

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Cassie Smicherko (10) of Wyoming Valley West drives toward the basket as Dallas’ Katy Comitz tries to defend her.

PLYMOUTH—Wyoming Valley West survived a late fourth quarter scare by Dallas to post a hard-earned 39-34 victory over the Mountaineers on Tuesday night in the championship game of the annual Tipoff Tournament. The Spartans, who led from the outset, appeared to have the game in hand when they opened up a 30-16 lead in the third quarter on a hook shot by 6-foot-1 center Olivia Hoffman. But they saw their offense evaporate in the fourth quarter.

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Soon after, Ben Street sprung loose on a breakaway, cruised past the far post and placed a bad angle backhander past Binghamton goaltender Robin Lehner to tie things up at 2. The tie would stand until midway through the third period when Sill, who was posted in front of the net, deflected a Carl Sneep shot from the point past Lehner for the 3-2 lead. The goal would turn out to be Sill’s first game-winner this season and more than made up for his miscue earlier in the game. “You try to forget about those (turnovers),” Sill said. “It did make the goal feel good.” Penalty trouble would haunt the Penguins once more when Brandon DeFazio was sent off

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Penguins goalie Brad Thiessen (39) makes a save on Binghamton’s Riley Armstrong (26) during the first period Tuesday.

said. The Penguins weren’t feeling too well after a first period which saw them end up with only four shots while the Senators scored on a two-man advantage to take an early lead. After McDonald evened the score at 1 with a wrist shot in the second period, the Senators capitalized on their second twoman advantage when Mike Hoffman blasted a one-timer from the faceoff circle with six minutes left in the frame. “Those five-on-three goals are hard to swallow sometimes,” Sill said. “It’s a tough thing when you’re down five-on-three.” With two minutes to go in the period, the Penguins received their second power play when Binghamton captain Mark Parrish was whistled for slashing.

Christmas rush has league in disarray

The lockout ended, and the NBA’s woes were just beginning. Dwight Howard asked to be traded. Chris Paul was dealt to the Lakers, it seemed, until the league decided he wasn’t. So the Lakers made another trade, which Kobe Bryant hated. “Nobody’s happy,” Spurs forward Tim Duncan said. He was referring to feelings about terms of the new collective bargaining agreement, which in some ways are so similar to the old ones that it’s fair to wonder exactly what the point of the five-month lockout was. But he might as well have been talking about the superstars who want new homes, the critics blistering Commissioner David Stern for forcing one to stay put, or team officials charged with having clubs ready to play by Christmas under bizarre circumstances. “It’s just too bad, it really is. It’s not reflective right now of the great product we had, you know?” former coach and ABC/ ESPN analyst Jeff Van Gundy said. “It’s one thing to have a summer and fall of strife due to labor negotiations. It’s another to be seen as an organization that’s in disarray once you settle that.” Van Gundy blames money, the natural place to start. Owners will save plenty by getting players to agree to a 12 percent reduction in salary costs in the new deal. But in doing so in time to salvage a substantial season, they conceded on many issues that were necessary to create the competitive balance they said they craved. So Paul and Howard are trying to force their way from small markets to big, just as Carmelo Anthony did last year, and there’s no guaranteed mechanism to stop them. But at least everyone was home for Halloween. “Just like the regular fan out there, just like you guys, you do wonder why stuff happened. You look at it and say, ‘Why did the lockout happen?”’ Miami guard Dwyane Wade said. “I don’t see it helping right now. Maybe in a few years we’ll all look back and see why this lockout happened. But right now it’s not showing its face at all. ... The competitive balance thing was a pie-in-thesky. We knew that was impossible, in a sense, especially when you’ve got players willing to take

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League suspends Steelers linebacker James Harrison for reckless hit on Colt McCoy.

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker James Harrison has carved out a niche as one of the NFL’s most feared defenders over the last five years by straddling the line between clean and dirty play. After one dangerous hit too many, the league apparently has seen enough. The NFL suspended Harrison for one Harrison game following his helmet-to-facemask hit on Browns quarterback Colt McCoy last Thursday, making Harrison the first player to miss game time as a penalty under the league’s revamped policy on such collisions. Harrison’s agent Bill Parise said Tuesday afternoon Harrison has already filed an appeal and expects it to be heard later this week by Art Shell or Ted Cottrell, jointly appointed by the NFL and the players’ association to hear such cases. They’ll have to determine Harrison’s intent when he laid out McCoy late in the fourth quarter of Pittsburgh’s 14-3 victory. The 2008 NFL Defensive Player of the Year was penalized for roughing the passer on the play and said Monday he believed the hit didn’t warrant further punishment. NFL Executive Vice President Ray Anderson disagreed, pointing out the violation marked the fifth illegal hit on a quarterback by Harrison in the last three seasons. The four-time Pro Bowler has also been fined on two other occasions for unnecessary roughness over the same period. Though Harrison hasn’t been fined for such a hit in over a year,

Wyoming Valley West went into the fiVALLEY WEST nal period leading 36-25. However, the Spartans managed to score just three DALLAS points in the quarter—two of which came on a pair of free throws by Cheyenne Reese with just one second left. “It got a little scary in the fourth quarter,” said Wyoming Valley West senior forward Tara Zdancewicz, who

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Weis hires Powlus at Kansas LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Charlie Weis has begun assembling his coaching staff at Kansas, hiring Berwick grad Ron Powlus to tutor quarterbacks and Tim Grunhard to work with the offensive line. The announcements came Tuesday, four days after Weis was introduced as the Jayhawks’ head coach. Powlus and Grunhard both have ties to Notre Dame, where Weis spent five seasons as coach. Powlus played quarterback for the Fighting Irish from 1994-97, and he served as director of player development and quarterbacks coach for Weis in South Bend. Powlus has been at Akron the past two seasons. Grunhard played for Notre Dame before an 11-year career with the Kansas City Chiefs. He’s been head coach at Bishop Miege High School in suburban Kansas City. Running backs coach Reggie Mitchell is returning from Turner Gill’s staff.

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BASEBALL American League BOSTON RED SOX—Agreed to terms with C Kelly Shoppach on a one-year contract. KANSAS CITY ROYALS—Agreed to terms with LHP Francisley Bueno, RHP Juan Gutierrez, C Max Ramirez and OF Greg Golson on minor league contracts. OAKLAND ATHLETICS—Agreed to terms with LHP Dallas Braden on a one-year contract. SEATTLE MARINERS—Signed INF Luis Rodriguez, OF Darren Ford, RHP Matt Fox, LHP Steve Garrison, RHP Jarrett Grube, LHP Sean Henn, RHP Josh Kinney, RHP Jeff Marquez, RHP Scott Patterson, RHP Phillippe Valiquette and C Guillermo Quiroz. American Association FARGO-MOORHEAD REDHAWKS—Signed LHP Daniel Morari. Frontier League FLORENCE FREEDOM—Signed 1B Drew Rundle to a contract extension. GATEWAY GRIZZLIES—Signed OF Derrick Shaw. LAKE ERIE CRUSHERS—Signed RHP Thomas Campbell to a contract extension. Signed INF Donald Blunt. SCHAUMBURG BOOMERS—Signed OF Nate Baumann and 2B Drew Heitoff. WASHINGTON WILD THINGS—Signed RHP Mickey Cassidy and LHP Shawn Smith.

MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL Albright at Misericordia, 7 p.m. WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL PSU Hazleton at Arcadia, 6 p.m. Susquehanna at Wilkes, 7 p.m. COLLEGE WRESTLING King’s at Delaware Valley, 7 p.m. THURSDAY, DEC. 8 MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL Wilkes at Elizabethtown, 8 p.m. WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL King’s at Lycoming, 6 p.m. Misericordia at Baptist Bible, 7 p.m. COLLEGE SWIMMING Misericordia at Montclair, 5 p.m. FRIDAY, DEC. 9 BOYS BASKETBALL (7:15 p.m. unless noted) Coughlin at GAR Holy Redeemer at Scranton Lackawanna Trail at Tunkhannock Nanticoke at Crestwood Wyoming Valley West at Scranton Prep Hazleton Area vs. North Allegheny, at State College H.S. Nespoli Tournament (at Berwick H.S.) Hanover Area vs. Montoursville, 6:30 p.m. Berwick vs. Wyoming Seminary, 8 p.m. GIRLS BASKETBALL Berwick at Pocono Mt. East Tournament, 6 p.m. Northwest vs. Bloomsburg at Muncy Tournament, 6:30 p.m. Wyoming Seminary at Lake-Lehman, 7 p.m. Spring-Ford at Hazleton Area in Tournament, 7:15 p.m. Nanticoke at Coughlin, 7:15 p.m. Scranton at Holy Redeemer, 7:15 p.m. GAR at Tunkhannock Tournament, TBA Pittston Area, Wyoming Area at Old Forge Tournament, TBA HS SWIMMING Dallas at Scranton, 4:30 p.m. Scranton Prep at Berwick, 4:30 p.m. Meyers at Hanover Area, 4:30 p.m. Hazleton Area at Tunkhannock, 4:30 p.m. West Scranton at Coughlin, 4:30 p.m. Abington Heights at Holy Redeemer, 4:30 p.m. Wyoming Valley West at Delaware Valley, 4:30 p.m. Holy Redeemer at Abington Heights, 5:30 p.m. HS WRESTLING Hanover Area at DKI Tournament Wyoming Seminary at Ironman Invitational GAR at Meyers, 7 p.m. MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL Misericordia at Wilkes, 7 p.m. PNC Bank/Monarch Classic PSU Harrisburg at King’s, 8 p.m. PSU Wilkes-Barre at PSU Hazleton, 8 p.m. WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL PSU Wilkes-Barre at PSU Hazleton, 6 p.m. PSU Harrisburg at Wilkes, 7 p.m.

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National Basketball Association DENVER NUGGETS—Acquired G/F Rudy Fernandez and F Corey Brewer from the Dallas Mavericks for a future second-round draft pick. GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS—Agreed to terms with C Kwame Brown on a one-year contract. LOS ANGELES LAKERS—Signed G Gerald Green and F Malcolm Thomas. MILWAUKEE BUCKS—Re-signed F Luc Richard Mbah a Moute to a multiyear contract. MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES—Traded F Lazar Hayward to the Oklahoma City Thunder for two conditional second-round draft picks and G Robert Vaden. NEW JERSEY NETS—Signed F Shelden Williams. PHOENIX SUNS—Waived G Zabian Dowdell. Signed G Ronnie Price. Added F Marcus Landry to the roster.

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National Football League NFL—Suspended Pittsburgh LB James Harrison for one game without pay for his hit on Cleveland QB Colt McCoy in a game on Dec. 8. BUFFALO BILLS—Signed OT Erik Pears to a contract extension. DALLAS COWBOYS—Placed RB DeMarco Murray and S Barry Church on injured reserve. Signed RB Sammy Morris and S Mana Silva. Signed CB C.J. Wilson to the practice squad. DENVER BRONCOS—Signed CB Tony Carter from the practice squad. Waived S Kyle McCarthy and LB Derek Domino. NEW YORK JETS—Signed S Gerald Alexander to the active roster. Signed DB Mark LeGree to the practice squad. SEATTLE SEAHAWKS—Placed CB Ron Parker on injured reserve. Released DE Keith Darbut from the practice squad. Signed DE John Graves to the practice squad. TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS—Signed DE Nick Reed. Signed DT Lamar Divens, OT Mike Ingersoll and FB Austin Sylvester to the practice squad. TENNESSEE TITANS—Signed LB Kevin Malast off Jacksonville’s practice squad. Placed LB Barrett Ruud WASHINGTON REDSKINS—Signed TE Richared Quinn. Placed T Chris Baker on injured reserve.

SATURDAY, DEC. 10 BOYS BASKETBALL (7:15 p.m. unless noted) Dallas at Nanticoke Crestwood at Delaware Valley, 6:30 p.m. Pleasant Valley at Wyoming Valley West, 2 p.m. Hazleton Area vs. Red Land or State College, at State College H.S. MMI Prep at Shenandoah Valley, 2:15 p.m. Scranton Prep at Meyers Tunkhannock at Athens, 2:15 p.m. Marsico Tournament (at Old Forge H.S.) Pittston Area vs. Northwest, 6:30 p.m. Wyoming Area vs. Old Forge, 8 p.m. Nespoli Tournament (at Berwick H.S.) 6:30 p.m. consolation; 8 p.m. championship GIRLS BASKETBALL Weatherly at MMI Prep, 2:30 p.m. Dallas vs. Meyers at Wyoming Valley West Tournament, 6 p.m. Lackawanna Trail at Lake-Lehman, 7 p.m. West Scranton at Wyoming Valley West Tournament, 7:30 p.m. Berwick at Pocono Mt. East Tournament, TBA GAR at Tunkhannock Tournament, TBA Hazleton Area Tournament, TBA Northwest at Muncy Tournament, TBA HS BOWLING Hazleton Area at Ice Breaker Tournament, 1 p.m. HS WRESTLING Hanover Area at DKI Tournament Crestwood at West Chester Rustin Lake-Lehman, Wyoming Area at Catasauqua Duals Dallas, Tunkhannock at Wyalusing Duals Wyoming Seminary at Ironman Invitational Hazleton Area, Pittston Area, Wyoming Valley West at Quakertown Duals MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL Wilkes at Lycoming PNC Bank/Monarch Classic TBA at King’s, 1 or 3 p.m. Luzerne CCC at Valley Forge, 3 p.m. DeSales at PSU Wilkes-Barre, 3 p.m. WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL Wilkes at Elizabethtown, 2 p.m. Luzerne CCC at Valley Forge, 1 p.m. Delaware Valley College at PSU Wilkes-Barre, 1 p.m. COLLEGE SWIMMING Lebanon Valley at King’s, 1 p.m. COLLEGE WRESTLING Muhlenberg at Wilkes, 11 a.m.

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National Hockey League NHL—Fined Tampa Bay F Steve Downie $2,500 for leaving the bench to become involved in an altercation in a game on Dec. 8. BOSTON BRUINS—Recalled F Zach Hamill from Providence (AHL). FLORIDA PANTHERS—Assigned LW Tim Kennedy to San Antonio (AHL). NASHVILLE PREDATORS—Activated F Blake Geoffrion from injured reserve and assigned him to Milwaukee (AHL). Assigned D Taylor Aronson to Cincinnati (ECHL). ST. LOUIS BLUES—Recalled F Evgeny Grachev from Peoria (AHL). TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING—Aassigned D Evan Oberg to Norfolk (AHL). WINNIPEG JETS—Claimed F Antti Miettinen off waivers from Tampa Bay. Activated D Ron Hainsey from the injured reserve. American Hockey League AHL—Suspended Albany LW Myles Stoesz for four games and Oklahoma City D Kirill Tulupov for two games for their actions in games on Dec. 10 and Rockford LW Jeremy Morin for three games for his actions in a game on Dec. 11. CHARLOTTE CHECKERS—Recalled F Justin Shugg from Florida (ECHL). Central Hockey League ARIZONA SUNDOGS—Signed F Kevin Petovello. TEXAS BRAHMAS—Waived F Thomas Galiani.

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National Lacrosse League COLORADO MAMMOTH—Released D Ben Davies, T Graig England, F Connor Martin and F Ryan Boyle.

SOCCER

Major League Soccer LOS ANGELES GALAXY—Signed MF Marcelo Sarvas. PHILADELPHIA UNION—Signed MF Jimmy McLaughlin. SEATTLE SOUNDERS—Agreed to terms with M Mauro Rosales on a multi-year contract extension.

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COLORADO STATE—Named Jim McElwain football coach. GUILFORD—Announced the resignation of men’s assistant basketball coach Claude Shields to become men’s basketball coach at William Peace. IDAHO—Announced the retirement of offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach Steve Axman. KANSAS—Named Ron Powlus quarterbacks coach and Tim Grunhard offensive line coach NEW MEXICO STATE—Suspended sophomore G Christian Kabongo indefinitely from the basketball team for violation of team rules. TEXAS A&M-CORPUS CHRISTI—Named Shanna Caldwell women’s soccer coach. TEXAS-ARLINGTON—Named Jim Baker athletics director. WHEELING JESUIT—Announced it is adding men’s rugby as varsity sport in the fall of 2012.

3 p.m. TGC — Ladies European Tour, Dubai Ladies Masters, first round, at Dubai, United Arab Emirates (same-day tape) 8:30 p.m. TGC — PGA Tour Australasia, JBWere Masters, first round, at Cheltenham, Australia 1:30 a.m. TGC — Asian Tour, Thailand Championship, first round, at Bangkok

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7 p.m. ESPN2 — Cincinnati at Wright St. 7:30 p.m. ESPN — FIU at Maryland 9 p.m. ESPN2 — Tennessee at Coll. of Charleston

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7:30 p.m. VERSUS — Chicago at Minnesota

Fight Schedule Dec. 17 At Boardwalk Hall, Atlantic City, N.J. (SHO), Andre Ward vs. Carl Froch, 12, for Froch’s WBC Super World and WBC super middleweight titles; Bowie Tupou vs. Donnell Holmes, 10, heavyweights. Dec. 23 At Bangkok, Thailand, Pongsaklek Wonjongkam vs. Hirotumi Mukai, 12, for Wonjongkam’s WBC flyweight title; Adrian Hernandez vs. Kompayak Porpramook, 12, for Hernandez’s WBC junior flyweight title. Dec. 30 At Morongo Casino Resort & Spa, Cabazon, Calif. (SHO), Andre Dirrell vs. Darryl Cunningham, 10, super middleweights; Jermain Taylor vs. Jessie Nicklow, 10, middleweights. Dec. 31 At Yokohama, Japan, Takashi Uchiyama vs. Jorge Solis, 12, for Uchiyama’s WBA World junior lightweight title; Celestino Caballero vs. Satoshi Hosono, 12, for Caballero’s WBA World featherweight title. At Osaka, Japan, Kazuto Ioka vs. Yedgoen TorChalermchai, 12, for Ioka’s WBC strawweight title. At Anaheim (Calif.) Convention Center (SHO), Tavoris Cloud vs. Zsolt Erdei, 12, for Cloud’s IBF light heavyweight title; Rico Ramos vs. Guillermo Rigondeaux, 12, for Ramos’ WBA World junior featherweight title. 2012 Jan. 6 At Key West, Fla. (ESPN2), Dyah Davis vs. Alfonso Lopez, 10, super middleweights. At Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, Indio, Calif. (SHO), Luis Ramos Jr. vs. Raymundo Beltran, 10, lightweights. Jan. 7 At Heredia, Costa Rica, Bryan Vazquez vs. Eugenio Lopez, 12, for Vazquez’s interim WBA World super featherweight title. Jan. 13 At Las Vegas (ESPN2), Teon Kennedy vs. Chris Martin, 10, junior featherweights.

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B A S K E T B A L L NCAA Men's Basketball Top 25 Fared Tuesday 1. Syracuse (10-0) did not play. Next: at N.C. State, Saturday. 2. Ohio State (8-1) did not play. Next: vs. South Carolina-Upstate, Wednesday. 3. Kentucky (8-1) did not play. Next: vs. Chattanooga, Saturday. 4. Louisville (9-0) did not play. Next: vs. Memphis, Saturday. 5. North Carolina (8-2) did not play. Next: vs. Appalachian State, Saturday. 6. Baylor (7-0) did not play. Next: vs. Bethune-Cookman, Wednesday. 7. Duke (9-1) did not play. Next: vs. UNC Greensboro, Monday, Dec. 19. 8. Xavier (8-0) did not play. Next: vs. Oral Roberts, Sunday. 9. UConn (8-1) did not play. Next: vs. Holy Cross, Sunday. 10. Missouri (9-0) did not play. Next: vs. Kennesaw State, Thursday. 11. Marquette (9-0) did not play. Next: vs. Northern Colorado, Saturday. 12. Kansas (7-2) did not play. Next: vs. Davidson, Monday, Dec. 19. 13. Florida (7-2) did not play. Next: vs. No. 22 Texas A&M, Saturday. 14. Wisconsin (9-2) beat Milwaukee 60-54. Next: vs. Savannah State, Thursday. 15. Pittsburgh (9-1) did not play. Next: vs. South Carolina State, Saturday. 16. Georgetown (8-1) did not play. Next: vs. American, Saturday. 17. Mississippi State (10-1) beat Florida Atlantic 75-68. Next: at Detroit, Saturday. 18. Indiana (9-0) did not play. Next: vs. Notre Dame, Saturday. 19. Illinois (10-0) did not play. Next: vs. UNLV, Saturday. 20. Michigan (8-2) beat Arkansas-Pine Bluff 63-50. Next: vs. Alabama A&M, Saturday. 21. Michigan State (8-2) did not play. Next: vs. Bowling Green, Saturday. 22. Texas A&M (8-1) did not play. Next: vs. No. 13 Florida, Saturday. 23. Alabama (8-2) did not play. Next: vs. Kansas State, Saturday. 24. Murray State (10-0) did not play. Next: vs. Lipscomb, Thursday. 25. Creighton (7-1) did not play. Next: vs. Houston Baptist, Saturday. 25. Vanderbilt (6-3) did not play. Next: vs. Indiana State, Saturday. Tuesday's College Basketball Scores EAST Drexel 71, Niagara 58 Holy Family 77, Lincoln (Pa.) 71 Merchant Marine 72, CCNY 45 Villanova 68, Boston U. 43 York (Pa.) 94, La Roche 71

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EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Philadelphia ................. 29 19 7 3 41 106 82 N.Y. Rangers ............... 28 17 7 4 38 83 61 Pittsburgh ..................... 31 17 10 4 38 95 79 New Jersey .................. 30 16 13 1 33 79 86 N.Y. Islanders .............. 28 9 13 6 24 65 93 Northeast Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Boston ........................... 29 19 9 1 39 97 59 Toronto.......................... 30 16 11 3 35 93 95 Buffalo ........................... 30 15 12 3 33 81 82 Montreal........................ 31 13 11 7 33 79 80 Ottawa ........................... 31 14 13 4 32 94 107 Southeast Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Florida ........................... 31 16 9 6 38 84 80 Winnipeg....................... 30 14 12 4 32 84 93 Washington .................. 29 15 13 1 31 89 94 Tampa Bay.................... 30 12 16 2 26 79 101 Carolina......................... 32 9 18 5 23 80 110 WESTERN CONFERENCE Central Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Chicago......................... 30 18 8 4 40 99 92 Detroit............................ 29 19 9 1 39 93 63 St. Louis ........................ 29 17 9 3 37 71 62 Nashville ....................... 30 15 11 4 34 79 80 Columbus ..................... 30 9 17 4 22 73 100 Northwest Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Minnesota...................... 31 20 8 3 43 80 66 Vancouver ..................... 30 18 10 2 38 98 73 Edmonton...................... 30 14 13 3 31 83 80 Calgary .......................... 30 14 14 2 30 74 82 Colorado........................ 30 13 16 1 27 78 91 Pacific Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Dallas ............................. 29 17 11 1 35 74 78 Phoenix.......................... 29 15 11 3 33 77 76 San Jose........................ 27 15 10 2 32 75 64 Los Angeles .................. 30 13 13 4 30 65 70 Anaheim ........................ 29 8 16 5 21 67 95 NOTE: Two points for a win, one point for overtime loss. Monday's Games New Jersey 5, Tampa Bay 4 Tuesday's Games Columbus 2, Vancouver 1, SO New Jersey 3, Florida 2, SO Boston 3, Los Angeles 0 Ottawa 3, Buffalo 2, OT Toronto 2, Carolina 1, OT Dallas 1, N.Y. Rangers 0 Detroit 4, Pittsburgh 1 Philadelphia 5, Washington 1 Montreal 5, N.Y. Islanders 3 Nashville 2, Calgary 1 Winnipeg 2, Minnesota 1 San Jose at Colorado, 9 p.m. Wednesday's Games Boston at Ottawa, 7:30 p.m. Chicago at Minnesota, 7:30 p.m. Phoenix at Anaheim, 10 p.m. Thursday's Games Dallas at N.Y. Islanders, 7 p.m. Vancouver at Carolina, 7 p.m. Los Angeles at Columbus, 7 p.m. Philadelphia at Montreal, 7:30 p.m. Calgary at Tampa Bay, 7:30 p.m. N.Y. Rangers at St. Louis, 8 p.m. Detroit at Nashville, 8 p.m. Washington at Winnipeg, 8:30 p.m. Edmonton at Phoenix, 9:30 p.m. Colorado at San Jose, 10:30 p.m.

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EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA St. John’s ................ 26 15 7 4 0 34 94 81 Manchester ............. 28 16 10 0 2 34 76 73 Worcester ............... 23 11 6 3 3 28 62 58 Portland ................... 25 12 10 1 2 27 67 77 Providence.............. 28 10 15 1 2 23 60 90 East Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Penguins................ 27 15 7 1 4 35 84 71 Hershey................... 26 14 7 3 2 33 94 77 Norfolk ..................... 27 16 10 0 1 33 98 78 Syracuse ................. 24 11 10 2 1 25 80 81 Binghamton ............ 28 9 17 1 1 20 63 86 Northeast Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Connecticut............. 26 15 8 1 2 33 83 76 Adirondack.............. 25 14 9 1 1 30 76 65 Albany...................... 25 12 10 2 1 27 61 76 Bridgeport ............... 26 11 11 3 1 26 77 87 Springfield............... 26 12 13 1 0 25 76 75 WESTERN CONFERENCE Midwest Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Charlotte ................. 27 15 10 1 1 32 74 71 Milwaukee ............... 23 15 7 0 1 31 73 62 Chicago ................... 24 11 9 1 3 26 66 67 Peoria ...................... 28 12 14 1 1 26 87 88 Rockford.................. 25 10 13 1 1 22 79 90 North Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Toronto.................... 26 15 7 3 1 34 82 71 Rochester ............... 26 11 11 3 1 26 70 74 Lake Erie................. 26 11 13 1 1 24 62 69 Grand Rapids ......... 25 10 12 1 2 23 76 78 Hamilton .................. 25 10 13 1 1 22 53 77 West Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Oklahoma City........ 27 19 7 0 1 39 82 60 Houston................... 27 15 4 2 6 38 79 65 Abbotsford .............. 27 18 8 1 0 37 69 61 San Antonio ............ 26 12 14 0 0 24 59 76 Texas....................... 24 11 12 0 1 23 71 73 NOTE: Two points are awarded for a win, one point for an overtime or shootout loss. Tuesday's Games Worcester 2, Springfield 1 Penguins 4, Binghamton 2 Texas 3, Oklahoma City 2 Today's Games Manchester at Portland, 6:30 p.m. Rockford at Grand Rapids, 7 p.m. Syracuse at Albany, 7 p.m. Lake Erie at Hamilton, 7:30 p.m. Thursday's Games Chicago at Charlotte, 7 p.m. Penguins 4, Binghamton 2 Binghamton ............................................. 1 1 0 — 2 Penguins.................................................. 0 2 2 — 4 First Period–1. BNG, Stephane Da Costa 1 (Cannone, Hoffman) power play 7:27. Penalties – BNG, Cowick (fighting) 2:13; WBS, Walker (fighting) 2:13; WBS, Rust (holding) 5:49; WBS, Sill (delay of game) 6:17; WBS, Merth (interference) 16:21. Second Period—2. WBS, Colin McDonald 7 (Tangradi, Craig) 8:38. 3. BNG, Mike Hoffman 7 (Da Costa, Armstrong) power play 14:09. 4. WBS, Ben Street 9 (Grant) power play 18:07. Penalties – BNG, Conboy (interference) 6:17; WBS, Sneep (tripping) 12:51; WBS, McDonald (tripping) 13:14; BNG, Parrish (slashing) 17:20. Third Period—5. WBS, Zach Sill 3 (Sneep, DeFazio) 8:01. 6. WBS, Colin McDonald 8 (Samuelsson, Sneep) empty net 19:52. Penalties – BNG, Downing (slashing) 12:50; WBS, DeFazio (interference) 15:16. Shots on goal—Binghamton, 9-9-6-24; Penguins, 4-13-7-24 Power-play Opportunities—Binghamton, 2-6; Penguins, 1-3 Goaltenders—Binghamton, Robin Lehner 6-11-1 (20 saves-23 shots); Penguins, Brad Thiessen 11-6-2 (22-24) Starters—Binghamton, G Robin Lehner, D Eric Gryba, D Mark Borowiecki, LW David Dziurzynski, C Pat Cannone, RW Mike Bartlett; Penguins, G Brad Thiessen, D Cody Wild, D Alex Grant, LW Brian Gibbons, C Ben Street, RW Nick Petersen Three Stars—1. WBS, Colin McDonald (two goals) 2. WBS, Zach Sill (game-winning goal) 3. WBS, Ben Street (goal) Referee—David Banfield. Linesmen—Matt MacPherson, Jameel Chaudry Attendance—4,774

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Hanover Area dominates in rout The Times Leader staff

HANOVER TWP. – Johnna McGovern (200 free, 500 free) and Kayla Keating (50 free, 100 free) each won two events in a 131-31 Hanover Area victory over Holy Cross. The Hawkeyes swept the 200 medley and 200 free relays. Holy Cross’ Megan Carey claimed first place in the 200 IM and finished second in the 100 fly.

200 MEDLEY RELAY – 1. HAN, (Belles, Pericci, MGood, KKeating), 2:06.26; 2. HAN; 3. HC; 200 FREE – 1. HAN, McGovern, 2:21.32; 2. HAN, Geiser; 3. HAN, Stark; 200 IM – 1. HC, Carey, 2:20.66; 2. HAN, BGood; 3. HAN, Harris; 50 FREE – 1. HAN, KKeating; 2. HAN, MGood; 3, HAN, Evans; 100 FLY – 1. HAN, Pericci, 1:05.24; 2. HC, Carey; 3. HAN, Gutusky; 100 FREE – 1. HAN, KKeating, 1:01.84; 2. HAN, Pericci; 3. HAN, Bogart; 500 FREE – 1. HAN, McGovern, 6:27.55; 2. HAN, Geiser; 3. HC, O’Connor; 200 FREE RELAY – 1. HAN, (Belles, Evans, MGood, McGovern), 2:00.59; 2. HAN; 3. HAN; 100 BACK – 1. HAN, Belles, 1:13.28; 2. HAN, Eichler; 3. HAN, Evans; 100 BREAST – 1. HAN, BGood, 1:22.28; 2. HAN, MGood; 3. HAN, Bogart; 400 FREE RELAY – 1. HAN, (Pericci, McGovern, BGood, KKeating), 4:19.55; 2. HAN; 3. HC

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Valley View 113, Lake-Lehman 66

Vanessa LaTorre took first in the 200 free and 100 free as host Valley View earned the win. Leading the Black Knights was Samantha Sabol, who won 200 IM and 100 back while also competing on the first-place 200 medley and 400 free relay teams.

200 MEDLEY RELAY – 1. LL (Sabol, Jenkins, Lopez, Sharon) 2:10.02; 2. VV; 3. VV; 200 FREE – 1. VV, LaTorre 2:14.29; 2. VV, Mulherin, 3. VV, Farrell; 200 IM – 1. LL, Sabol 2:31.66; 2. VV, Possanza; 3. LL, Jenkins; 50 FREE – 1. VV, Mulherin 28.93; 2. LL, Copman; 3. VV, Mitchell; DIVING – 1. LL, Williams 175.30; 2. VV, Gillow; 100 FLY – 1. VV, Franchak 1:12.70; VV, Merli; 3. VV, Sklareski; 100 FREE – 1. VV, LaTorre 1:00.85; 2. LL, Copman; 3. VV, Onukiavage; 500 FREE – 1. VV, Siniawa 6:32.13; 2. VV, Antunes; 3. LL, Williams; 200 FREE RELAY – 1. VV (Mulherin, Merli, Mitchell, Sklareski) 1:57.18; 2. VV; 3. LL; 100 BACK – 1. LL, Sabol 1:06.12; 2. LL, Lopez; 3. VV, Onukiavage 1:17.11; 100 BREAST – 1. VV, Mitchell 1:21.94; 2. VV, Merli; 3. VV, Sklareski; 400 FREE RELAY – 1. LL (Lopez, Jenkins, Sharon, Sabol) 4:29.54; 2. VV; 3. VV

Holy Redeemer 105, Delaware Valley 77

Julie Ann Mahle (200 medley, 200 IM, 100 back) won two individual events and a relay to carry Holy Redeemer to a victory. Rachel Finnegan claimed first in the 200 free and 100 fly. Delaware Valley’s Kendall Glaster placed first in the 50 free and 100 free.

200 MEDLEY RELAY – 1. HR, (Mahle, BChmil, Kalafut, EFinnegan), 1:57.28; 2. HR; 3. DV; 200 FREE – 1. HR, RFinnegan, 2:08.27; 2. DV, Reibel; 3. HR, Reilly; 200 IM – 1. HR, Mahle, 2:18.61; 2. DV, Llewlyn; 3. HR, BChmil; 50 FREE – 1. DV, Glaster, 25.64; 2. HR, EFinnegan; 3. HR, Cruz; DIVING – 1. DV, Brush, 212.88; 2. HR, Vitale; 3. HR, Williams; 100 FLY – 1. HR, RFinnegan, 105.76; 2. HR, Kalafut; 3. DV, Marucci; 100 FREE – 1. DV, Glaster, 56.35; 2. HR, Cruz; 3. HR, NChmil; 500 FREE – 1. DV, Llewlyn, 5:41.35; 2. HR, Kalafut; 3. HR, Katra; 200 FREE RELAY – 1. HR, (Mahle, Cruz, BChmil, RFinnegan), 1:48.85; 2. DV; 3. HR; 100 BACK – 1. HR, Mahle, 1:03.58; 2. HR, Reilly; 3. DV, Zazula; 100 BREAST – 1. DV, Marcucci, 1:14.2; 2. HR, BChmil; 3. DV, Maribito; 400 FREE RELAY – 1. DV, (Pandish, Glaster, Llewlyn, Marcucci), 4:01.43; 2. HR; 3. HR

Hazleton Area 131, Scranton 52

Shaina Grego finished first in the 200 free and 100 fly to lead Hazleton Area to a victory. Felicia Grego posted wins in the 50 free, 400 free relay and 200

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led the Spartans with 13 points. Specifically, Zdancewicz was referring to the final 10 seconds, when Dallas had a chance to possibly force overtime. With Valley West holding a 37-34 lead, Dallas guard Ashley Dunbar put up two consecutive 3-point shots. They both hit the rim, but the Spartans grabbed the second rebound with two seconds remaining to secure the win. “We were a little nervous at the start, but we settled in,” Zdancewicz said. “We finally got untracked (offensively) in the second quarter, but we didn’t shoot well in the fourth quarter.” Valley West led 9-8 after the first quarter, but went on a 10point run early in the second period to take a 23-12 halftime lead. Both teams struggled from the field in the second half,. However, Dallas went ice cold from the free throw line, which proved costly. The Mountaineers made just 17-of-32 free throws, including several misses on the front end of one-and-ones. “We shot 75 percent on Saturday, but we couldn’t duplicate that tonight,” Dallas coach Kelly Johnson said. “I think that was because our adrenaline was really high going up against one of the best teams in the Wyoming Valley Conference. I give our kids

free relay. Hailey Kendall finished in first in the 50 free. Erin Kazmierczak was the Knights’ lone winner in the 100 free.

200 MEDLEY RELAY – 1. HAZ, (Kendall, Pieban, Yannes, Sanko), 2:00.88; 2. HAZ; 3. HAZ; 200 FREE – 1. HAZ, SGrego, 2:07.79; 2. SCR, Kazmiewszak; 3. HAZ, Podlesny; 200 IM – 1. HAZ, Yannes, 2:25.98; 2. HAZ, Dzwanjo; 3. SCR, Paulus; 50 FREE – 1. HAZ, Kendall, 25.7; 2. HAZ, Metrone; 3. SCR, Babinski; DIVING – 1. HAZ, Jadirsh, 160.35; 2. SCR, Sledzinski; 3. SCR, Galvin;100 FLY – 1. HAZ, SGrego, 1:05.19; 2. HAZ, Yannes; 3. HAZ, Podlesny; 100 FREE – 1. SCR, Kazmierczak, 58.31; 2. HAZ, Sanko; 3. HAZ, Malrors; 500 FREE – 1. HAZ, FGrego, 5:46.32; 2. SCR, Pocius; 3. HAZ, Begg; 200 FREE RELAY – 1. HAZ, (Sanko, Kendall, FGrego, Yannes), 1:48.76; 2. HAZ; 3. SCR; 100 BACK – 1. HAZ, Paisley, 1:14.16; 2. HAZ, Begg; 3. SCR, Molitoris; 100 BREAST – 1. HAZ, Pieban, 1:19.71; 2. HAZ, Triano; 3. HAZ, Dzwanjo; 400 FREE RELAY – 1. HAZ, (FGrego, Kendall, SGrego, Sanko), 4:04.25; 2. SCR; 3. HAZ

Abington Heights 100, Dallas 84

Kaylin Augustine paced a first-place finish in the 100 fly and the 500 free, leading Dallas to a win. The Mountaineers’ Sarah Zerfoss posted a 228.05 on the diving board. Caitlyn Barry had the fastest finish in the 200 free and the 100 free.

200 MEDLEY RELAY – 1. AH, (Brickel, Sweeney, Furiosi, Machler), 2:01.68; 2. AH; 3. DAL; 200 FREE – 1. DAL, Barry, 2:08.69; 2. AH, Brickel; 3. AH, Furiosi; 200 IM – 1. AH, Smertz, 2:30.41; 2. DAL, Kelly; 3. AH, Risser; 50 FREE – 1. AH, Gualtieri, 27.22; 2. AH, Gromelski; 3. DAL, Adams; DIVING – 1. DAL, Zerfoss, 228.05; 2. DAL, Luzetski; 3. AH, Gretz; 100 FLY – 1. DAL, Augustine, 1:05.63; 2. DAL, Kelly; 3. AH, Gromelski; 100 FREE – 1. DAL, Barry, 59.37; 2. AH, Muller; 3. AH, Lempicky; 500 FREE – 1. DAL, Augustine, 6:00.25; 2. DAL, Berger; 3. AH, Machler; 200 FREE RELAY – 1. AH, (Gromelski, Gualtieri, Muller, Lempicky), 1:48.91; 2. DAL; 3. AH; 100 BACK – 1. AH, Sweeney, 1:07.67; 2. AH, Brickel; 3. DAL, Rando; 100 BREAST – 1. AH, Gualtieri, 1:14.47; 2. AH, Risser; 3. AH, Lempicky; 400 FREE RELAY – 1. DAL, (Kelly, Augustine, Berger, Barry), 4:06.88; 2. AH; 3. DAL

BOYS SWIMMING Hanover Area 71, Holy Cross 51

Jayce Temperine swam to wins in the 100 fly and the 200 IM to lead Hanover Area. Carl Daubert (100 free, 100 back) also claimed two victories for the Hawkeyes. Holy Cross took the top two spots in the 200 free relay.

200 MEDLEY RELAY – 1. HAN, (Daubert, Williams, Temperine, Zapotok), 2:05.51; 2. HC; 200 FREE – 1. HAN, Zapotok, 2:27.15; 2. HC, Marino; 3. HAN, Jones; 200 IM – 1. HAN, Temperine, 2:26.03; 2. HAN, Williams; 3. HC, Scocozzo; 50 FREE – 1. HAN, Tenza, 29.21; 2. HAN, Saltz, 29.73; 3. HC, Inirio; 100 FLY – 1. HAN, Temperine, 1:07.65; 2. HC, Cerma; 100 FREE – 1. HAN, Daubert, 1:04.05; 2. HAN, Tenza; 3. HAN, Saltz; 200 FREE RELAY – 1. HC, (Gogiser, Jurasky, Marino, Scocozzo), 2:05.9; 2. HC; 100 BACK – 1. HAN, Daubert, 1:11.8; 2. HC, Magda; 100 BREAST – 1. HAN, Williams, 1:17.26; 2. HC, Scocozzo; 3. HC, Corma; 400 FREE RELAY – 1. HAN, (Temperine, Daubert, Saltz, Williams), 3:46.91; 2. HC

Delaware Valley 103, Holy Redeemer 76

Collin Deans garnered firstplace finishes in the 200 free and the 500 free races to lead Delaware Valley to a victory. George Evans (100 free), Michael Pahler (diving) and Cody Smith (100 back) each picked up a first-place finish.

200 MEDLEY RELAY – 1. DV, (Larson, Kremsner, Fowler, Prudho), 1:49.83; 2. HR; 3. DV; 200 FREE – 1. DV, Deans, 1:56.67; 2. HR, Evans; 3. HR, Hauze; 200 IM – 1. DV, Larson, 2:06.98; 2. HR, Smith; 3. DV, Prudoe; 50 FREE – 1. DV, Fowler, 23.53; 2. HR, Dubinski; 3. HR, Shorts; DIVING – 1. HR, Pahler, 222.3; 2. DV, Welker; 100

“It got a little scary in the fourth quarter.” Tara Zdancewicz Wyoming Valley West senior forward

a lot of the credit. They battled hard and never gave up.” Valley West got a superb defensive effort from sophomore forward Quieterriua Gross, who made two eye-catching blocks. “My dad taught me how to block shots,” said Gross, a transfer from Wyoming Valley West, along with her sister Quinniea. “This is a good team, I’m excited because I think we are going to get better.” Spartans coach Curt Lloyd said his team turned in a roller-coaster performance. “It was definitely a tale of two halves,” Lloyd said. “We played pretty well in the first half. We were taking good shots and rebounded well We got into early foul trouble in the third quarter, which resulted in Dallas getting into the double bonus, and that hurt us.” Dunbar paced Dallas with a game-high 15 points, Kate Smicherko added eight points for the Spartans, including a pair of 3pointers. DALLAS (34): Dunbar 3 9-14 15, Englehart 0 5-8 5, Hiscox 2 1-2 5, Comitz 1 2-6 5, Flaherty 2 0-2 4. Totals 8 17-32 34. WYOMING VALLEY WEST (39): Gober 1 0-0 3, Reese 1 3-6 5, Reilly 1 3-6 5, K. Smicherko 3 0-0 8,

FLY – 1. DV, Fowler, 59.75; 2. HR, Brabec; 3. DV, Mirabito; 100 FREE – 1. HR, Evans, 55.9; 2. HR, Shorts; 3. DV, Demasi; 500 FREE – 1. DV, Deans, 5:24.66; 2. HR, Hauze; 3. HR, Dubinski; 200 FREE RELAY – 1. DV, (Fowler, Deans, Larson, Kremsner), 1:36.35; 2. HR; 3. DV; 100 BACK – 1. HR, Smith, 1:01.88; 2. DV, Prudho; 3. DV, Demasi; 100 BREAST – 1. DV, Larson, 1:03.88; 2. HR, Brabec; 3. DV, Kremsner; 400 FREE RELAY – 1. HR, (Evans, Hauze, Smith, Dubinski), 3:48.71; 2. DV; 3. DV

Valley View 92, Lehman 52

Josh Conaboy, Ryan Franchak and Paul Kraycer each won two individual events and helped lead two winning relay squads for the Cougars. Lake-Lehman won three events with Connor Daly (200 IM), Matthew Edkius (diving) and Paul Chrzanowski (100 breast) all taking first.

200 MEDLEY RELAY – 1. VV (Conaboy, Valvano, Kraycer, Schack) 2:02.18; 2. LL; 200 FREE – 1. VV, Franchak 2:07.10; 2. LL, Edkins; 3. VV, McCarthy; 200 IM – 1. LL, Daly 2:28.24; 2. VV, Schack; 3. VV, Valvano; 50 FREE – 1. VV, Conaboy 25.04; 2. VV, Pfeiffenberger; 3. LL, Pe. Chrzanowski; DIVING – 1. LL, Edkius 231.40; 100 FLY – 1. VV, Kraycer 1:04.72; 2. LL, Daly; 3. VV, Crimi; 100 FREE – 1. VV, Franchak 1:00.85; 2. LL, Pe. Chrzankowski; 3. VV, Pfeiffenberger; 500 FREE – 1. VV, Conaboy 6:04.99; 2. VV, Schack; 200 FREE RELAY – 1. VV (Crimi, Valvano, Schack, Franchak) 1:52.22; LL; 100 BACK – 1. VV, Kraycer 1:04.16; 2. LL, Edkius; 3. VV, Lucas; 100 BREAST – 1. LL, Pa. Chrzanowski 1:24.34; 2. VV, Valvano; 3. VV, McCarthy; 400 FREE RELAY – 1. VV (Conaboy, Lucas, Franchak, Kraycer) 4:28.92

Hazleton Area 106, Scranton 74

Troy Valcusky won two individual and two relay events to lead the Cougars to a win over Scranton. Valcusky touched first in the 50 free and 100 back, and was part of the winning 200 medley and 200 free relays. Scranton’s Andrew Hoban claimed first in the 100 free.

200 MEDLEY RELAY – 1. HAZ, (Valcusky, Failey, Hicks, Jesperson) 1:53.45; 2. SCR; 3. HAZ; 200 FREE – 1. HAZ, Cunningham, 1:23.51; 2. SCR, Yuschevitz; 3. SCR, Santorsa; 200 IM – 1. HAZ, Paisley, 2:06.06; 2. SCR, Domenick; 3. HAZ, Jespersen; 50 FREE – 1. HAZ, Valcusky, 22.7; 2. SCR, Hoban; 3. SCR, Grier; DIVING – 1. HAZ, Kovac, 196.35; 2. SCR, Rafaiani; 100 FLY – 1. HAZ, Paisley, 57.04; 2. HAZ, Hicks; 3. SCR, Domenick; 100 FREE – 1. SCR, Hoban, 54.43; 2. SCR, Jimcosky; 3. HAZ, Grenetti; 500 FREE – 1. SCR, Yuschovitz, 5:29.54; 2. HAZ, Farley; 3. SCR, Grier; 200 FREE RELAY – 1. HAZ, (Paisley, Valcusky, Jespersen, Hicks), 1:32.85; 2. SCR; 3. HAZ; 100 BACK – 1. HAZ, Valcusky, HAZ, 1:02.74; 2. SCR, Jimcosky; 3. HAZ, Lingenfelter; 100 BREAST – 1. HAZ, Fairley; 2. SCR, Meyers; 3. HAZ, Cunningham; 400 FREE RELAY – 1. HAZ, (Cunningham, Farley, Hicks, Paisley), 3:34.36; 2. SCR; 3. HAZ

Dallas 105, Abington Heights 81

Dallas won 11 of 12 events, including each individual race, to cruise over Abington Heights. Marcus Wagner (200 free, 500), Jake Chielli (50 free, 100 fly), and Brian Stepniak (100 free, 100 back) were each victorious in two individual and two relay races.

200 MEDLEY RELAY – 1. DAL, (Stepniak, Luksic, JChielli, Matusiak), 1:50.44; 2. AH; 3. AH; 200 FREE – 1. DAL, Wagner, 1:56.17; 2. AH, Pinches; 3. DAL, Fasulka; 200 IM – 1. DAL, Luksic, 2:18.01; 2. AH, Conahan; 3. DAL, Gelso; 50 FREE – 1. DAL, JChielli, 22.88; 2. DAL, Matusiak; 3. AH, Barren; DIVING – 1. DAL, Jasinski, 204.85; 2. DAL, Madaya; 3. DAL, AChielli; 100 FLY – 1. DAL, JChielli, 58.05; 2. AH, Fazio; 3. DAL, Gelso; 100 FREE – 1. DAL, Stepniak;, 53.58; 2. DAL, Luksic; 3. AH, Pinches; 500 FREE – 1. DAL, Wagner, 5:36.23; 2. DAL, Fasulka; 3. AH, Kohn; 200 FREE RELAY – 1. AH, (Conahan, Fazio, Kohn, Pinches), 1:41.03; 2. DAL; 3. AH; 100 BACK – 1. DAL, Stepniak, 1:00.09; 2. AH, Kay; 3. AH, Stevens; 100 BREAST – 1. DAL, Matusiak, 1:07.6; 2. DAL, Luksic; 3. AH, Conahan; 400 FREE RELAY – 1. DAL, (JChielli, Matusiak, Stepniak, Wagner), 3:40.08; 2. AH; 3. DAL

Zdancewicz 6 1-2 13, Quie. Gross 1 0-0 2, Quin. Gross 0 1-2 1, Hoffman 1 0-0 2. Totals 15 6-12 39 Dallas................................................. 8 4 13 9 — 34 Wyoming Valley West .................... 9 14 13 3 — 39 3-Point Field Goals— DAL 1 (Comitz); WVW 3 (Gober, K. Smicherko 2)

West Scranton 42, Meyers 31 In the third-place game, defending District 2 champion West Scranton posted a 42-31 victory over Meyers. Jane Joyce and Marissa Pazzaglia led the Invaders with eight points each. Amy Kowalczky led Meyers with 12 points.

WEST SCRANTON (42): Joyce 3 2-4 8, Langan 1 0-0 3, Pazzaglia 2 4-6 8, Hodanich 3 0-1 7, Miller 1 2-2 4, Bolsar 0 0-0 0, Hart 3 0-3 6, Nowakowski 1 0-0 2, Purawic 2 0-0 4. Totals 16 8-16 42. MEYERS (31): DiMaggio 4 0-0 9, Quinones 1 0-0 2, Kowalczyk 4 1-2 12, Robertson 2 2-2 6, Winder 1 0-0 2. Totals 12 3-4 31. West Scranton ............................... 12 10 11 9 — 42 Meyers ............................................ 13 9 5 4 — 31 3-Point Field Goals— WS 2 (Langan, Hodanich); MEY 4 (Kowalczyk 3, DiMaggio)

Pittston Area 72, Hanover Area 29 Pittston Area jumped to a 46-12 halftime lead en route to the win. Three Patriots players landed in double figures. Mia Hopkins led with 20 points, Allie Barber scored 11 and Grace O’Neill hit four 3-pointers for 14 points. Hanover Area’s Danielle Tuzinski went 8-for-9 at the charity stripe for 14 points. HANOVER AREA (29): Smith 1 0-0 2, Kaminski 0 1-2 1, Mizenko 0 1-2 1, Zuranski 2 0-0 5, Grochowski 0 0-0 0, Cefalo 0 0-0 0, Miller 0 1-2 1, Fina 0 0-0 0, Tuzinski 3 8-9 14, Masher 0 4-4 4, McCary 0 1-2 1. Totals: 6 16-21 29. PITTSTON AREA (72): Balchune 1 0-0 2, Barber 5 1-2 11, Fereck 2 0-0 5, Waleski 2 2-2 6, Mitchell 0 3-4 3, Silinskie 0 1-2 1, Rabender 2 2-4 6, O’Neill 4 2-2 14, Hopkins 7 6-7 20, Zanta 1 0-0 2, Brady 1 0-0 2, Owens 0 0-0 0. Totals: 25 17-23 72 Hanover Area............................... 9 3 8 9 — 29 Pittston Area ................................ 22 24 13 13 — 72 3-Point Field Goals— HAN 1 (Tuzinski); PA 5 (O’Neill 4, Fereck)

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Pittston Area’s Chris Kovaleski (left) drives the lane as Hanover Area’s ShaQuille Rolle (25) gets a hand on the ball in Tuesday night’s game in Hanover Township. The Patriots won 70-44.

Grenadiers rally past Prep The Times Leader staff

WILKES-BARRE — Down by 10 at halftime, GAR held visiting Scranton Prep to just 16 points after the break to pull out a 48-47 win over the Cavaliers on Tuesday in a nonleague boys basketball game. Shaliek Powell led three GrenaTo see addi- diers in double figtional phoures with 15 tos, visit points, followed www.times by Matt Sharpe leader.com (13) and Christian Skrepenak (10). J.J. Fives finished with 16 points to lead Prep. Matt Knowles added 14.

five 3-pointers in a 28-point effort to lead Pittston Area to a road victory. Steve Stravinski added 20 points in the win. Jeorge Colon topped the Hawkeyes with 11 points PITTSTON AREA (70): Houseman 2 3-3 7, Schwab 0 0-0 0, Delaney 0 0-0 0, Crawford 0 0-0 0, Sklanka 11 1-1 28, Emmett 0 0-0 0, K. Kovaleski 0 1-1 1, McDermott 1 0-0 2, C. Kovaleski 0 1-1 1, Bykowski 0 0-0 0, Stravinski 8 1-2 20, Tobish 1 0-0 2, Gross 2 0-0 4. Totals 28 8-9 70 HANOVER AREA (44): Steve 2 0-0 4, Rolle 4 0-1 8, Barber 3 0-0 7, Bogart 2 0-0 5, Colon 4 2-2 11, Smith 0 0-0 0, Hoolick 2 0-2 5, Everetts 0 0-0 0, Marcincavage 1 0-0 2, Sharif 0 2-2 2, Wickiser 0 0-0 0. Totals 18 4-7 44 Pittston Area .............................. 16 20 22 12 — 70 Hanover Area............................. 15 12 9 8 — 44 3-Point Field Goals— PA 6 (Sklanka 5, Stravinski); HA 4 (Barber, Bogart, Hoolick, Colon)

Hwang 0 0-0 0, Flippen 2 1-3 3, Lefkowitz 4 0-0 9, Callahan 6 2-2 17, Sedor 0 0-0 0, Barilla 0 0-2 0. Totals 15 6-11 42. TUNKHANNOCK (57): Alguire 4 0-0 9, Yanora 2 0-0 6, Franklin 1 1-2 4, Hawk 4 2-4 10, Bevan 5 2-3 13, Christy 1 0-0 3, Zaner 0 0-2 0, Faux 1 0-0 2, Stephenson 5 1-2 11, Kristunas 0 0-0 0. Totals 23 6-13 57. Wyoming Seminary .................. 11 9 11 11 — 42 Tunkhannock ............................. 8 18 17 14 — 57 3-Point Field Goals— WS 6 (Callahan 3, Ellis 2, Lefkowitz); TUN 5 (Yanora 2, Alguire, Franklin, Christy)

Holy Redeemer 57, Nanticoke 41 Ryan DeRemer scored 11 of his 16 points in the third quarter as the Royals pulled away for the win on the road. Will Cavanaugh added 10 Tunkhannock 57, points for the Royals, while DalWyoming Seminary 42 ton Ell and Shahael Wallace had Eight players scored for the nine apiece. host Tigers, led by a13-point perKevin Zaykoski led the Troformance from A.J. Bevan. jans with 16 points. Josh Decker SCRANTON PREP (47): Fives 4 8-10 16, Temples 3 4-4 10, Knowles 4 3-6 14, Kopicki 1 0-2 Brian Stephenson added 11 had 10. 2, McDonald 1 0-2 2, Beh 1 1-2 3. Totals 14 16-26 HOLY REDEEMER (57): DeRemer 6 0-3 16, 47. points off the bench, including Cavanaugh 3 2-4 10, Ell 3 1-3 9, Wallace 4 0-0 9, GAR (48): Crawford 3 0-2 7, Sharpe 4 4-4 13, Prociak 0 4-6 4, Morrison 0 0-0 0, Boutanos 2 5-7 9, Ellis 1 1-2 3, Ricks 0 0-2 0, Powell 5 4-5 15, Skrepesix in the second quarter, to help Banas 0 0-0 0, Kane 0 0-0 0, Makowski 0 0-0 0. Tonak 5 0-3 10. Totals 18 9-18 48. Scranton Prep............................ 18 13 5 11 — 47 Tunkhannock take control be- tals 18 12-23 57. NANTICOKE (41): Myers 0 0-0 0, Seise 0 0-0 0, GAR............................................. 11 10 17 10 — 48 fore halftime. James Hawk Bevan 3 0-0 9, Yudichak 0 2-2 2, Walker 0 0-0 0, 3-Point Field Goals— SP 3 (Knowles); GAR 3 Reakes 0 1-2 1, Zaykoski 6 4-6 16, Malshefski 0 0-0 (Crawford, Sharpe, Powell) scored 10. 0, Matulewski 0 0-0 0, Decker 4 0-0 10, Williams 0 0-0 0, Casey 0 0-0 0, Valenti 0 0-0 0, Kairo 1 1-2 3. Seth Callahan posted a game- Totals 14 8-12 41. Pittston Area 70, Redeemer ........................... 15 9 17 16 — 57 high 17 points for the Blue Holy Nanticoke...................................... 10 5 12 14 — 41 Hanover Area 44 Knights while Jason Ellis fin- 3-Point Field Goals— HR 9 (DeRemer 4, Cavanaugh 2, Ell 2, Wallace); NAN 5 (Bevan 3, Decker 2) Steve Sklanka connected on ished with 11. WYOMING SEMINARY (42): Ellis 3 3-4 11,

LOCAL ROUNDUP

Field hockey players earn national honor The Times Leader staff

Four area field hockey players were among the 48 AllAmerican honorees as the National Field Hockey Coaches Association announced its postseason squads. Anna Dessoye, of Crestwood, and AshLeigh Sebia, of PIAA Class 2A champion Wyoming Seminary, earned first team All-American honors. Dessoye, who will play at Maryland next season, led the Comets with 26 goals and eight assists. Sebia, a Boston College recruit, had 34 goals and 23 assists for the Blue Knights. Crestwood’s Jessica Newak was placed on the nation’s second team. The Wake Forest prospect posted eight goals and five assists this season. Kelcie Hromisin, of Wyoming Valley West, claimed third-team honors. Heading to Boston College next season, she had 20 goals and 12 assists this season. LACROSSE Misericordia grad drafted

Former Misericordia men’s lacrosse standout Matt Carey was chosen by the Jacksonville Bullies in the inaugural North American Lacrosse League draft Monday. Carey and the Bullies will travel to Wilkes-Barre for their season opener when they face

the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Shamrocks at Mohegan Sun Arena Jan. 19. Carey was a four-year starter at Misericordia from 2003-06. He was a four-time all-conference selection. He holds the Cougars’ career goals record with 150, and is second in school history with 188 career points. COLLEGE MAC Scholar-Athletes tabbed

King’s fall sports standouts Holly Mannucci and Jordan Haddock have been selected as the 2011 Middle Atlantic Conference Senior Scholar-Athletes of the Year for field hockey and football respectively. Wilkes women’s cross country standout Michelle Wakeley also was named the 2011 MAC women’s cross country ScholarAthlete of the Year. The Scholar-Athlete award is given to a senior in each men’s and women’s sport, based on a combination of academics, athletics, and community service.

GIRLS BOWLING

Hazleton Area 4, Columbia-Montour Vo-Tech 0

Hazleton Area’s Kayla Maselkevich took high game honors with her 246 as well as high

series honors of 641. Mary Guest and Alyssa Balicki were stellar for the Cougars, amassing totals of 542 and 522 respectively.

BOYS BOWLING

Hazleton Area 4, Columbia-Montour Vo-Tech 0

Christian Pugliese captured high game honors with a 246 to lead the Cougars. Richard Kovacsics (203), Junior David Shutovich (235) also contributed to the win.

H.S. WRESTLING

Lake-Lehman 54, Lackawanna Trail 28

Lake-Lehman had six pins as the Black Knights claimed a victory over Lackawanna Trail. Bryan Carter had the fastest fall of the night, pinning Neil Harvey in 17 seconds for LakeLehman at 160 pounds. Josh Sayre won his 138-pound match for the Black Knights with a pin of Andrew O’Brien with 33 seconds remaining in their match. 106: John Tomasura, LL, by forfeit; 113: Tom Jasinski, LTR, by forfeit; 120: Jimmy Stuart, LL, by forfeit; 126: Zeb McMillian, LL, p. Levi Bennett, 1:04; 132: Austin Harry, LL, by forfeit; 138: Josh Sayre, LL, p. Andrew O’Brien, 5:27; 145: Jake Winters, LL, p. Billy Lee, 3:42; 152: Joshua Winters, LL, p. Cooper Rosiak, 3:46; 160: Bryan Carter, LL, p. Neil Harvey, :17; 170: Marvess Rosiak, LTR, p. Robert Wright, 3:28; 182: Caleb Darling, LTR, md. Brady Butler, 9-1; 195: Derek Dragon, LL, p. Zach Goodrich, 3:44; 220: Eric Laytos, LTR, by forfeit; 285: Benjamin Lehman, LTR, by forfeit.

MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL

New MLB deal includes extra replay The Associated Press

NEW YORK — Baseball’s new labor contract includes more video replay, the chance for a longer All-Star break and a small, but likely welcome perk for players: the chance to get a private room

instead of a roommate during spring training. The Associated Press obtained the document that includes several changes, many of them starting next year. Teams from the same division will now be allowed to

meet in the playoffs before the league championship series. There’s also a ban on players getting tattoos with corporate logos and the possibility that major leaguers can wear microphones during games.

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Flyers beat Caps, win 6th straight

Lewis’ D2 eligibility hearing set for today

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WASHINGTON — Scott Hartnell extended his goalscoring streak to six games, Marc-Andre Bourdon got his first NHL goal and the Philadelphia Flyers beat the Washington Capitals 5-1 Tuesday night for their sixth straight victory. Philadelphia, which owns the best record in the Eastern Conference, built a 4-0 lead in the second period and coasted to the finish. Ilya Bryzgalov stopped 31 shots, the lone flaw in his performance a tap-in by Jeff Halpern with 6:01 left. The Flyers were without the NHL’s leading scorer, Claude Giroux, who is out indefinitely with a concussion. The right wing accumulated 16 goals and 23 assists in Philadelphia’s first 28 games, but in this one the Flyers generated more than enough offense without him.

generated during the slogfest that included multiple whistles for icing and offsides. But Daley finally found the net, finishing off a give-and-go play with Mike Ribeiro in the closing minutes. That was enough to give Bachman the win in his second career start. He also beat Los Angeles 2-1 on Sunday at the start of Dallas’ five-game trip. Henrik Lundqvist was the hard-luck loser despite making 27 saves and shaking off a second-period injury. The Rangers lost for only the third time in 10 games (7-2-1).

Devils 3, Panthers 2, SO SUNRISE, Fla. — Ilya Kovalchuk and Patrik Elias scored in the shootout and Martin Brodeur stopped both Florida attempts to lift the New Jersey Devils. Elias and Zach Parise had the Red Wings 4, Penguins 1 New Jersey goals in regulation. PITTSBURGH — Pavel Dat- Brodeur made 24 saves to help syuk had a goal and an assist the Devils rally from a two-goal and Jimmy Howard stopped 25 deficit for their fourth win in shots to lead the Detroit Red five games. Wings to a victory over the Kris Versteeg scored twice injury-depleted Pittsburgh for Florida, which dropped its Penguins. third straight. Jose Theodore Johan Franzen added his stopped 32 shots. team-leading 14th goal for DeParise tied it at 2 when he troit and Danny Cleary providscored at 7:40 of the third peried some insurance with a pair od. Henrik Tallinder’s slap shot of late goals as the Red Wings from straight on just inside the won their third straight. Evgeni Malkin scored his 11th blue line went wide of the net to Theodore’s right. The puck goal of the season for Pittsricocheted off the end boards burgh, but the Penguins went 0 and went right to Parise, who for 4 on the power play and slammed it in for his 10th goal. couldn’t connect on their few quality chances. Canadiens 5, Islanders 3 The Penguins played without MONTREAL — Petteri Nocaptain Sidney Crosby, who kelainen scored with 6:15 remissed his third straight game maining as the Montreal Canaand 23rd overall this season diens recovered after giving up following a recurrence of cona two-goal lead in the third cussion-like symptoms. Pittsperiod, beating the New York burgh is 1-2-0 during Crosby’s Islanders. current absence, with both Nokelainen drove a slap shot losses to members of the past Al Montoya from the right league’s elite. point for the tiebreaking goal moments after Montreal squanStars 1, Rangers 0 NEW YORK — Trevor Daley dered a 3-1 advantage. Hal Gill broke up a scoreless game with added an empty-netter in the final minute. 4:59 left, Richard Bachman made 34 saves to win his secBruins 3, Kings 0 ond straight start, and the DalBOSTON — Brad Marchand las Stars beat the New York scored twice and Tuukka Rask Rangers. earned his first shutout of the It appeared neither team would be able to break through, season, leading the Boston as few scoring chances were Bruins to a victory over Los

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for interference with less than three minutes to play. The Penguins penalty kill came up big, limiting Binghamton’s chances and forcing the play deep in the Senators end after the power play expired. The Penguins penalty kill was 4-for-6 with the only tallies coming on five-on-threes. Sill said the more accurate way to judge the penalty kill is by its success against the Binghamton power

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him. He didn’t attend the meeting. “I’m just overwhelmed by the support I got,” Jackson said. “People came by my house last night, we’re calling me.” Jackson has a 227-82-3 record at Dallas and his teams have posted one losing season in his

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he was considered a repeat offender under the 2011 League Policies for Players manual, leading to the suspension. Harrison, who has been highly critical of the league’s crackdown on vicious hits, thanked his fans for their support on his Twitter account after the suspension was levied, adding, “I’m just going to move on from here and get ready

The Wyoming Valley West football standout hopes to play basketball at Meyers. By JOHN ERZAR jerzar@timesleader.com

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Philadelphia Flyers forward Wayne Simmonds celebrates his goal with Andrej Meszaros (41) during the second period Tuesday.

Angeles in the Kings’ first game under interim coach John Stevens. Rask, the backup for Vezina and Conn Smythe Trophywinner Tim Thomas, made 41 saves to extend his shutout streak to 95 minutes, 10 seconds. Rich Peverley also scored for the defending Stanley Cup champions, who won for the 16th time in 19 games. Jonathan Quick stopped 19 shots for the Kings, who lost their fifth consecutive game. The Bruins were without defenseman Zdeno Chara, who injured his left knee in Saturday’s game in Columbus. The Kings fired Terry Murray on Monday and replaced him with his assistant.

Karlsson. Craig Anderson stopped 27 shots. Leafs 2, Hurricanes 1, OT TORONTO — Tim Connolly scored his second goal of the game at 44 seconds of overtime to lift the Toronto Maple Leafs to a win over the Carolina Hurricanes. The Leafs center went to the goal and had an empty net to shoot at when Joffrey Lupul’s shot dribbled past Cam Ward. Ward, who made 36 saves, broke his stick on a goal post in frustration after the winning goal. Blue Jackets 2, Canucks 1, SO COLUMBUS, Ohio — James Wisniewski had the last of Columbus’ three shootout goals and Steve Mason made several big stops in his first game after a 27-day benching to lead the Blue Jackets over the Vancouver Canucks. Jeff Carter had the Blue Jackets’ power-play goal in the first period off assists from Wisniewski and Letestu.

Senators 3, Sabres 2 BUFFALO, N.Y. — Jared Cowen scored 45 seconds into overtime, giving the Ottawa Senators a victory over the Buffalo Sabres. Cowen pinched into the slot and redirected a pass from Erik Karlsson in the right corner. Milan Michalek and Peter Regin also scored for Ottawa, which came back after trailing 2-1 in the first period. Michalek, who leads the NHL with 19 goals, left the game with 51⁄2 minutes remaining in the second period after colliding with

Predators 2, Flames 1 NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Colin Wilson scored a power-play goal at 3:31 of the third period to give Nashville a victory.

play late in the game. “That’s the one that really counted,” he said. “The game was on the line. That’s the one we want to remember.” Coach John Hynes agreed, adding he liked the way his penalty killers responded after giving up the two five-on-three goals. “(The third-period kill) was huge for us,” Hynes said. “It was game-changing kill for us. That was momentum.” The momentum led to an aggressive forecheck late in the game that prevented Binghamton from pulling Lehner until

there was a minute left. And even then it was too late as Eric Tangradi dished a pass to McDonald for an empty net goal with eight seconds left to make it 4-2. NOTES • Despite Scott Munroe’s pair of shutouts against the Senators this season, Hynes elected to start Thiessen. The move paid off as Thiessen looked sharp most of the night. “Brad was in a situation where he hadn’t played in a week. We gave him a little bit of time off to regroup and get his game going,” Hynes said. “He looked good in

practice, worked his way back and it was his opportunity to play tonight.” • D Joey Mormina was scratched for the second straight game after suffering an injury last week in Binghamton. Other scratches for the Penguins were D Boris Valabik (injury), RW Paul Thompson, RW Brian Day (injury) and RW Keven Veilleux (injury). • The Penguins recalled F Chris Barton from Wheeling on Tuesday. Barton, 24, was leading all ECHL rookies with 26 points (15 goals, 11 assists). He did not dress for Tuesday’s game.

27 years at the helm. However, the program has spent the last four years on probation instituted by the District 2 Athletic Committee, the local extension of the PIAA. The first two years of probation were for a bench-clearing brawl in the 2008 season opener against Williamsport. The probation was extended through the 2010 and 2011 seasons after an incident where players urinated on the tennis

courts at halftime of a game at Tunkhannock on Sept. 18, 2009. The District 2 Athletic Committee imposed seven sanctions in all on Dallas, including suspending Jackson for the entire 2010 season. The PIAA Board of Directors reduced that penalty to four games after Dallas appealed the District 2 sanctions. Jackson received an unfavorable performance review from Dallas Principal Jeffrey Shaffer

earlier this month. He also met with Shaffer, Superintendent Frank Galicki and Athletic Director Nancy Roberts last week. Dallas finished 10-2 this season and played for the District 2 Class 3A championship for the second time in three years. Jackson was named the Wyoming Valley Conference Big School Coach of the Year for a third consecutive year by the Wyoming Valley Conference Football Coaches Association.

for my next game.” Barring a successful appeal, that won’t be until the Steelers (10-3) face St. Louis on Christmas Eve. Harrison has maintained the hit didn’t warrant any punishment other than the 15-yard penalty, saying Monday it was obvious to him that McCoy “chucked and ducked.” The Browns were driving in Pittsburgh territory with less than 6 minutes to play when McCoy took a snap and dropped back to pass before tucking the

ball to escape the pass rush. Harrison, who had been in coverage, approached quickly. McCoy pulled up just before Harrison arrived and flipped the ball to running back Montario Hardesty. Harrison lowered his helmet and smacked McCoy in the facemask just after the pass was released, sending the secondyear quarterback to the ground. McCoy laid on the ground for several moments before slowly getting up and walking to the sideline. He returned a few plays later to throw a game-clinching

end zone interception then developed concussion-like symptoms following the game, leading the NFL Players Association to representatives to Cleveland to look into how the team handled McCoy’s injury. While Harrison believed he should have been flagged but not suspended, the Steelers pledged to press onward even if it means being without their All-Pro linebacker for next Monday night’s game at San Francisco (10-3). “We’re disappointed for James because we know how hard he’s

The District 2 Athletic Committee will hold a hearing today involving the athletic eligibility of Eugene Lewis, who transferred from Wyoming Valley West to Meyers on Dec. 6. The hearing is set for 4:15 p.m. at the Wilkes-Barre Career & Technology Center in Plains Township. Lewis is a two-sport standout who verbally committed in August to play football at Penn State. Valley West declined to sign the PIAA transfer waiver that would have allowed Lewis to play basketball at Meyers. He has been practicing with the Meyers team, which is allowed, but can’t participate in games unless the situation is resolved in his favor. Meyers Athletic Director Mike Namey said he didn’t know whether his school would request an open or closed hearing. Schools can request a closed hearing for several reasons, but the main ones are usually when a student’s academic records or family situation will

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be part of the testimony. The athletic committee then determines whether the school has a valid argument for a closed

hearing. Open hearings allow the media and public to attend, although the latter rarely is present. District 2 chairman Frank Majikes said today’s hearing will not involve the transfer of Lewis’ sister, Alexis, from Valley West to Holy Redeemer because no paperwork has been filed. Any decision rendered by District 2 can be appealed to the PIAA Board of Directors. Majikes and fellow committee members Pat Patte and Maureen Williams will not be involved in the closed-door executive session where deliberation and voting will take place because they are employed by the Wilkes-Barre Area School District. However, they can attend the hearing and ask questions to representatives of both schools and members of the Lewis family. Valley West has no employees on the athletic committee.

less money to be happy.” That’s what Wade, LeBron James and Chris Bosh did so they could team up last summer. Owners could have attempted to block future superteam building with a hard salary cap or franchise tag designations that exist in the NFL, but the players fought those changes in an effort to keep a system that looked like the old one, giving teams the ability to exceed the cap by quite a bit if they were willing to pay a luxury tax. The tentative deal on the main issues wasn’t reached until Nov. 26, and Stern said the regular season would begin on Christmas if the deal was ratified in time. But it meant free agency opened the same day as training camps, forcing some teams to report with barely enough players for a starting five while their transactions awaited approval by the league office. “It’s an arbitrary date to have to start on Christmas. There’s no magical starting time. Just push it back. Let them have a normal free-agent period of a week, 10 days, then have two to three weeks of training camp with a few exhibition games. Let them do what they should do and then start whenever that date is,” Van Gundy said. “Skip steps, I don’t see how that’s helpful, other than it’s helpful to the pocketbook. I think sometimes we sacrifice too many times the product for the pocketbook.” Van Gundy recalled something he once heard from Daryl Morey, the Rockets’ general manager who thought he was getting Pau Gasol from the Lakers in the killed three-team trade. “He said every organization needs a vice president of common sense, and right now that’s exactly what the NBA needs. A vice president of common sense who looks at some of these decisions and says, ‘You know what, we’re better than this. We’re all making a ton of money anyway. If it’s a little less than a ton, that’s

OK. But let’s make sure when we come back, we got the right product,”’ Van Gundy said. “I mean, the lockout didn’t even help these teams. It wasn’t anything about competitive balance.” Still, fans would have forgotten about it easier with a smoother start to the season. Instead, the news and fallout from the NBA office, as current owners of the Hornets, killing the Paul trade came the same night Stern announced the new CBA had been ratified. Then came word that Howard had asked the Orlando Magic to trade him, in part because the team hadn’t acted on his personnel recommendations — though he said Monday he could be open to staying if the Magic made the right moves. Was this really the best way for the NBA to come back? “Yes and no,” Magic coach Stan Van Gundy said. “I think, you know, it’s certainly not the way (the Magic) wanted the NBA to come back. And I think the NBA, I can’t speak for them, but I think they would want in some ways things to be a little bit more positive than they been. But at the same time, the Chris Paul and Dwight Howard situations have created a tremendous amount of interest, to the point where I don’t even hear any mention of the lockout anymore — just those situations. “The NBA has really gone to the top of the sports news in the last few days in the middle of an NFL season and everything else. So the NBA is probably getting more attention right now than they normally would at this point in December. So I would say there’s some positive to it for them also. There’s not a lot of positive to it for us, but for to the NBA in general I think there’s some positive to it for them.” The NFL settled its lockout early enough that its entire schedule remained intact minus one preseason game. The NBA is giving teams only 16 days and two exhibition games from the time business reopened until the season tips off — with a whole new set of rules to learn in between.

worked to play within the rules,” coach Mike Tomlin said. “We accept the judgment rendered by the league office and we’ll move forward.” The 33-year-old Harrison has eight sacks this season despite missing a month with a fractured right orbital bone and dealing with persistent back issues. He’s been quiet this season following a turbulent spring in which he took shots at NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, calling Goodell a “crook” and a “devil.” Harrison later apologized, say-

ing his comments were “inappropriate,” though both he and his teammates have been critical of the league’s crackdown on what it considers dangerous and overly aggressive play. The Steelers were the only team in the league to vote against the new collective bargaining agreement in August, citing the lack of a proper appeals process regarding fines and suspensions as one of their main concerns. Now Harrison will need to rely on that process to have his suspension reduced.

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League plans inquiry into QB’s injury

Chiefs Pioli: ‘I need to do better’

By TOM WITHERS AP Sports Writer

General manager takes blame for his team’s failures after dismissing coach Todd Haley.

CLEVELAND — An investigation by the NFL and Players Association into the Browns’ handling of Colt McCoy’s concussion could lead to changes in the league’s medical procedures and protocol on head injuries. McCoy sustained a concussion when he was hit last week by Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker James Harrison, who was suspended for one game for the helmet-to-helmet hit, his fifth illegal one on a quarterback in the past three seasons. League and NFLPA representativesaremeetingwiththeBrowns on Tuesday to discuss McCoy’s injury, which may have exposed some previously unaddressed issues tied to concussion policies. In an email response to The AssociatedPress,leaguespokesman Greg Aiello said the purpose of the meeting “is to examine procedures and identify areas for further discussion with other medical experts, Commissioner Goodell and the union.” Aiello said any changes in policy or procedure would be made by Goodell and in conjunction with the league’s medical committee and the union. NFLPA Executive Director DeMaurice Smith said the union is taking part in the review. “We made visits pursuant to new procedures in the CBA that are designed to protect our players,” he said. “We will examine what we learned and take whatever steps that are necessary” to ensure player safety. The Browns said McCoy, whose head snapped back after he was struck on the facemask, did not show symptoms of a concussion until after the game. Coach Pat Shurmur claims the team followed medical protocol before the second-year quarterback was allowed to return just minutes after absorbing the vicious hit.

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SEATTLE — When Pete Carroll looks back at his second season in charge in Seattle, he can be impressed by a midseason turnaround after the Seahawks discovered a long-absent running game and a youthful defense that improved throughout the season. And he’ll likely lament two plays that could ultimately be what keeps the Seahawks (6-7) from a second straight postseason trip. Seattle’s impressive secondhalf charge continued on Monday night with a 30-13 rout of St. Louis for the Seahawks’ fourth win in the last five games. The surge has brought them back to the fringes of the NFC wild card chase and been a remarkable turnaround from Seattle’s 2-6 start. With three weeks left, Seattle is one of the hottest teams in the league thanks to a young, stingy defense and the continued success of running back Marshawn Lynch, who topped 100 yards for the fifth time in the last six games on Monday

night with 115 yards on 23 carries and had his ninth straight game with a touchdown. “We have some young talent. We have guys that are buying into what our coaches are telling us and the sky’s the limit. As long as we can stay healthy, stay focused and just keep working hard, I think we’ll be fine,” Seattle QB Tarvaris Jackson said. “Like you said, we have a lot of talent all around the board and most of them are young guys. We have the right amount of veterans in there to kind of add a good mix to it to make sure we keep those guys straight.” But even if Seattle manages to win out and gets to 9-7 for the season, it still might be too late for postseason aspirations. And the Seahawks can point to a 12-minute lapse at home in late November when Washington rallied to score the final 16 points in a 23-17 victory. When Carroll was asked about the loss to Washington, he called it a “two-play game.” It’s not that simple as Seattle did plenty to give away a 10point lead in the closing min-

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DAVIE, Fla. — A number of key Dolphin players expressed their surprise Tuesday that coach Tony Sparano was fired with only three games remaining in the season. Chad Henne, Will Allen, Davone Bess, Dan Carpenter, Brian Hartline and Brandon Fields spoke with the media while taking part in the annual Fins for Kids Holiday Toy Event at the Dolphins training camp. More than 160 local children attended the party. Sparano was told he was being let go on Monday, a day after the team lost to the Philadelphia Eagles to go 4-9 on the season. “It’s like losing a family member,” said defensive back Allen, who like many of the other Dolphins was wearing a Santa Claus hat. “Obviously, everybody in our business understands the nature of it. We’re graded on wins and losses and, unfortunately, Tony was head honcho and all that responsibility was going to fall on him and he knows that.” In his almost four years as Dolphins coach, Sparano went 29-32. But this season the Dolphins were 0-7 before they went on a four-game winning streak. “It’s a shame he had to go out that way,” said Henne. The quarterback has been nursing a shoulder injury to his non-throwing left arm for much of the season. “He and Jeff Ireland drafted me. I wish I could have him for another year as my head coach because I respect the hell out of him. “We’ve been through a lot of the same things because it’s either the head coach or the quarterback who gets blamed for

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KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Scott Pioli spoke quietly and carefully, not at all like his reputation might suggest. He had just fired coach Todd Haley after a miserable 5-8 start, leaving the Chiefs’ general manager to explain the organization’s failures. Pioli pointed his finger right at himself. “We have a locker room that has talent. We also have a good makeup of character in that locker room,” Pioli said, “but it’s abundantly clear that we’re not in a spot we need to be with our record where it is and our team in a position it is. I need to do a better job.” Kansas City has lost five of its last six games to fall from a tie for first in the AFC West to the brink of another losing season. After winning the division title last year, devastating injuries and discouraging losses have quickly turned the environment surrounding the team toxic. The Chiefs’ 37-10 loss to the New York Jets on Sunday culminated in the decision to fire Haley, once a rising star in the NFL, and the appointment of defensive coordinator Romeo Crennel as interim coach for the final three games of the regular season. The Chiefs host the unbeaten Green Bay Packers on Sunday. There was no shortage of blame to heap on Haley, from an unorthodox approach to training camp that left the team woefully unprepared to the decision to stick with journeyman Tyler Palko as his quarterback once Matt Cassel went down with a season-

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MILWAUKEE — Jared Berggren scored 17 points to help No. 14 Wisconsin fend off a second-half surge from in-state rival Wisconsin-Milwaukee for a 60-54 victory on Tuesday night. Jordan Taylor scored 14 for Wisconsin (9-2), including a critical 3-pointer with just over 40 seconds left to help put the game away. Ryan Evans scored a career-high 16 points for the Badgers, who have won three straight to recover from consecutive losses earlier in the season. Tony Meier scored 15 points, playing a key role in a secondhalf comeback for WisconsinMilwaukee (8-3). Leading 31-20 at halftime, the Badgers pushed their lead to 44-27 on a three-point play by Evans with 15:17 left. Michigan 63, Ark.-Pine Bluff 50 ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Freshman Trey Burke scored 13 of his 15 points in the first half, and No. 20 Michigan went on an early 19-point run en route to a 63-50 victory over Arkansas-Pine Bluff on Tuesday night. Evan Smotrycz added 16 points for the Wolverines (8-2) and Tim Hardaway Jr. scored eight. Lazabian Jackson scored 23 points for the Golden Lions (1-6). UAPB doesn’t have a home game scheduled this season until Jan. 14. WOMEN’S ROUNDUP Tennessee 67, Rutgers 61 PISCATAWAY, N.J. — Shekinna Stricklen scored 22 points and sixth-ranked Tennessee used a late run to beat No. 11 Rutgers. The game featured two Hall of Fame coaches with Pat Summitt and C. Vivian Stringer of Rutgers. The long-time friends have combined for nearly 1,950 victories during their illustrious careers. They stand first and third on the women’s basketball all-time victory list. Ohio State 83, Southern 49 COLUMBUS, Ohio — Tayler Hill had 21 points, four assists and five steals in 29 minutes to lead Ohio State. Hill, who is 11th nationally in scoring at 21.3 points per game, had five steals in the first 15 minutes and converted all of them into layups to help the Buckeyes (9-0) to a 44-24 halftime lead. Samantha Prahalis had 17 points and seven assists for Ohio State. DePaul 78, Princeton 67 PRINCETON, N.J. — Anna Martin had 14 points, eight rebounds and six assists to lead DePaul. Keisha Hampton scored 23 points for the Blue Demons (9-2), while Katherine Harry and Brittany Hrynko added 12 apiece.

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Former Syracuse ball boys Bobby Davis, left, and Mike Lang, right, flank attorney Gloria Allred on Tuesday in New York. The men say they were molested by assistant Syracuse basketball coach Bernie Fine and have sued the school and basketball coach Jim Boeheim for defamation.

Boeheim, Orange facing suit Stepbrother labeled as “trying to get money” sues for monetary compensation.

By RACHEL COHEN AP Sports Writer

NEW YORK — Two men sued Syracuse men’s basketball coach Jim Boeheim and the school for defamation Tuesday, saying they were vilified as liars out for money after they accused his longtime assistant of molesting them. Former Syracuse ball boys and stepbrothers Bobby Davis and Mike Lang said they were molested by Bernie Fine, who has since been fired and has denied the allegations. A third man also has accused the 65year-old Fine, who had been Boeheim’s top assistant since 1976. “It really hurt me to learn coach Boeheim had accused me of lying,” Davis said, reading from a statement at a news conference after the lawsuit was filed in New York State Supreme Court. When the allegations surfaced Nov. 17, Boeheim staunchly supported Fine, saying the accusations were lies to capitalize on the Penn State child sex abuse case. “The Penn State thing came out, and the kid behind this is trying to get money,” Boeheim told the Syracuse Post-Standard. “If he gets this, he’s going to sue the university and Bernie. What do you think is going to happen at Penn State? You know how much money is going to be involved in civil suits? I’d say about $50 million. That’s what this is about. Money.” And in an interview with ESPN, which broke the story, Boeheim said: “It is a bunch of a thousand lies that (Davis) has told. You don’t think it is a little funny that his cousin is coming forward?” Lang said that when Boeheim suggested “my little brother and I were lying,” he

“felt sick to my stomach.” University spokesman Kevin Quinn declined comment. The U.S. attorney’s office is investigating. Victim advocates reacted angrily to Boeheim’s initial comments and called for him to resign or be fired. He later said he was wrong to question the motives of the accusers. That’s not enough, said attorney Gloria Allred, who is representing the stepbrothers, and whose recent clients include a woman who accused presidential candidate Herman Cain of making unwelcome sexual advances. “Boeheim’s statements impugning the veracity and motivations of Mr. Davis and Mr. Lang were particularly disturbing given his 35 years of opportunity to observe Fine at close quarters, and at least seven years of opportunity to see Fine with Bobby Davis on trips, at practices, in Manley Field House and at games,” Allred said. Boeheim softened his stance in the weeks since the accusations became public. “Although Boeheim eventually acknowledged that he ‘misspoke,’ those words came too little too late,” Allred said. “One of Syracuse’s most respected individuals had already told the world repeatedly that Bobby Davis and Mike Lang were nothing but liars and out for money and nothing else. “Boeheim has not suffered any consequences in his employment for using his position of power within the university to make these false, inflammatory and injurious statements about Bobby and Mike.” On Nov. 27, Zach Tomaselli, of Lewiston, Maine, also accused Fine, and ESPN aired a tape in which a woman it identified as Fine’s wife tells Davis she knew “everything” that was going on. After Fine was fired that night, Boeheim released a statement saying he regretted any statements he made that

“might have been insensitive to victims of abuse.” On Nov. 29, Boeheim apologized, but said again he didn’t regret defending his old friend based on the information he had at the time, adding that he never worried about his job status in 36 years. By Dec. 2, he was far more contrite. “I believe I misspoke very badly in my response to the allegations that have been made,” said Boeheim, who spoke slowly and paused frequently during a postgame news conference. “I shouldn’t have questioned what the accusers expressed or their motives. I am really sorry that I did that, and I regret any harm that I caused.” Davis, now 39, said in the lawsuit that Fine started molesting him when he was about 11 years old and that the sexual contact continued for almost two decades. A ball boy for six years, Davis said the abuse occurred at Fine’s home, at Syracuse basketball facilities and on team road trips, including the 1987 Final Four. Lang, 45, has told ESPN that Fine began molesting him while he was in fifth or sixth grade. The suit said Boeheim’s office was always near Fine’s — and next door at times — and that Fine’s door was generally open, except when Davis was inside with the assistant coach. The lawsuit contradicts Boeheim’s assertion to the PostStandard that Davis went on road trips only if he was babysitting Fine’s kids; the suit said he traveled with the team before Fine had children and at times when the assistant didn’t bring along his family. The suit includes Davis’ assertion that Boeheim saw Davis lying on the bed in Fine’s hotel room in his shorts during the 1987 Final Four. In a Nov. 17 telephone interview with The Associated Press, Boeheim denied ever going to the assistant’s room, much less seeing Davis there.

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Sun shines on the mountain and Pearce rides again By EDDIE PELLS AP National Writer

BRECKENRIDGE, Colo. — Basking in the sun and snow, surrounded by his fans and friends, Kevin Pearce carved sweet turns down a gentle run called “Springmeier” — kicking up just enough powder behind him to remind people that, yes, this kid can still ride. The three trips he took down that hill, some might say, were a storybook ending to a life-altering journey that began when Pearce nearly died during a training accident while preparing for the Olympics. Or was it a new beginning? “That’s kind of my goal,” Pearce said, “is to continue to have special days like this.” Yes, Tuesday was a special day — the 24year-old champion snowboarder’s first trip down the mountain since Dec. 31, 2009, which is when he banged his head on the halfpipe in Utah while trying a difficult trick that, had he pulled it off a few months after that, might have won him a gold medal at the Vancouver Olympics. The accident left him in a coma and his life

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Snowboarder Kevin Pearce smiles after hitting the slopes Tuesday in Breckenridge, Colo.

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In the back of his mind, though, as he labored through his grueling rehabilitation, Pearce never gave up hope that he might ride again — if not across a rail or through a halfpipe, then at least down a mountain. On a sunsplashed afternoon in the Colorado high country, 712 days after the accident, he did. The day began with a trip to Vail, where Pearce hooked up with snowboarding mogul Jake Burton and the close-knit group of pro snowboarders who call themselves the “Frends” — because there is no ‘I’ in friendship. After a few mellow trips on that mountain, Pearce came to Breckenridge to ride with other friends, along with the public, a few hundred of whom cheered when he walked out of the lunchroom and toward the lift, ready to ride again. “I didn’t know if anyone was going to show up today,” Pearce said. “When I walked out there and there were all these people there to support me and have my back the way they have for the last two years, it brings this feeling. It’s a hard feeling to explain.”

Like it or not, the BCS championship game will be a rematch between LSU and Alabama. Oklahoma State complained it should have had a shot at the top-ranked Tigers, BCS bashers had more fodder for the weneed-a-playoff debate and many fans scrunched up their noses at the thought of another field goal-kicking contest like the previous incarnation of the Game of the Century. The good news, particularly if you’re in the no-rematch camp, is that there are 34 other bowl games with some great players, great matchups and even some interesting nicknames, starting with that rascally Honey Badger in the Bayou. Here’s a rundown of some of the things to look for over the next month or so:

Kraft Fight Hunger and Famous Idaho Potato. OK, so Fight Hunger is more of a cause and the Idaho bowl is sponsored by a spud commission, but this is a loosely based count. Financial companies are right behind with six and the automotive industry pulls in with five. There are also sponsorships from a helicopter company, an aerospace and defense contractor, a department store, a moving company, one that sells blank T-shirts and sweatshirts that can later be screened, and a ticket broker. NICKNAMES

Every team has players with nicknames. Here’s some of the coolest we could find: Honey Badger, LSU defensive back Tyrann Mathieu. He reportedly doesn’t like the ode to the furry and ferocious little beast, but it’s not going anyTOP GAMES Even if you’re not a fan of LSU where. RG3, Baylor quarterback and Alabama getting a return Robert Griffin III. Combination engagement in the BCS title of initials and being the third in game, you HAVE to watch. It is a line of Robert Griffins sounds for the national title, after all. like a cool new line of shoes. But there are plenty of other Wolf Man, Utah running back games worth watching. John White. Has a tattoo of a Fiesta Bowl, Stanford vs. wolf on his chest because Oklahoma State, Jan. 2, Glenwolves roll in packs and eat dale, Ariz. — If the national meat to the bone. championship game were to Sharks, Oklahoma’s defensive have an undercard, this could be it. Two great offenses, two great backs. Pulled from a Lil Wayne song, quite catchy. quarterbacks in Andrew Luck and Brandon Weeden — expect ODDS lots of yards and points in what Based on the close game they has the potential to be the most played the first time around, it’s entertaining bowl of them all. no wonder the BCS championRose Bowl, Wisconsin vs. Oregon, Jan. 2, Pasadena, Calif. ship game between LSU and Alabama had the closest odds — Speaking of shows, how among the 35 bowls, opening at about Badgers running back Montee Ball and Ducks dynamo 1 point on the Glantz-Culver line and a pick ‘em as of Tuesday. LaMichael James trading jukes Next closest was 11⁄2 points: and touchdowns? Going to be Arkansas State over Northern some day on the couch the day Illinois in the GoDaddy.com after New Year’s. Bowl and Auburn over Virginia Alamo Bowl, Baylor vs, Washin the Chik-fil-A Bowl. ington, Dec. 29, San Antonio, The biggest spread? OklahoTexas — Robert Griffin III on ma at plus-14 over Iowa in the one side, Keith Price and Chris Insight Bowl. Highest over/ Polk on the other, not a lot of under is 741⁄2 points between defense. Yeah, this is going to be Oklahoma State and Stanford in good. the Fiesta Bowl. Cotton Bowl, Arkansas vs. Kansas State, Jan. 6, Arlington, DISTANCES Texas — Arkansas’ two losses Last bowl season, several were to LSU and Alabama, Kteams had the chance to play in State’s to the two big Oklahoma their home cities, including schools. All you need to know. SMU, which played the Armed Forces Bowl in its own stadium PLAYERS TO WATCH because TCU’s was being renoRobert Griffin III, Baylor. The vated. Heisman Trophy? You may have This year, there won’t be any heard of it — and him. so-called home games, but there Andrew Luck, Stanford. 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Being Southern Mississippi in the relegated to the TicketCity Bowl Hawaii Bowl, a distance of after a late-season loss will (we’re ballparking here) 4,200 likely have him motivated to go miles. out with a big game. Longest kids-in-the-car trip? Justin Blackmon, Oklahoma Illinois at the Kraft Fight HunState. The All-American is just ger Bowl in San Francisco, a the second two-time winner of distance of just over 2,100 miles. the Biletnikoff Award, given to That’s roughly 31 hours with the nation’s top receiver, and a long, horizon-rarely-changes big-play threat every touch. sections through the Midwest Trent Richardson, Alabama. and Nevada, so good luck if you The Crimson Tide’s running try that one. back won the Doak Walker NUMBERS Award as the nation’s best running back and was third in Heis8—Wins in Texas this season man voting. by Baylor, which plays in the Montee Ball, Wisconsin. Mon- Alamo Bowl in San Antonio. tee should have a ball at the 13—Straight seasons OklahoRose Bowl. ma has gone to a bowl game. LaMichael James, Oregon. 22.67—Points Baylor quarterGive him a seam and he’s gone; back Robert Griffin III is respona likely Heisman finalist for the sible for per game. second straight season if that 41—Years since Louisianaelbow hadn’t kept popping out Lafayette last played in a bowl of place. game. The Ragin’ Cajuns face San Diego State in the New BOWL SPONSORS Orleans Bowl. After a run of dot-coms, food91—Solo tackles by Tulsa related companies have been linebacker Curnelius Arnick, kings of the bowl-game sponsor- most of any player in a bowl ships recently, and this year is game and third in the nation. no different with seven: Tosti599—Yards of offense avertos, Beef O’Brady’s, Chik-fil-A, aged by Houston, best in the nation. Outback, Little Caesars Pizza,

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Postal closings postponed

The U.S. Postal Service on Tuesday agreed to delay the closing of 252 mail processing centers, including one in Scranton, and 3,700 local post offices until mid-May. In a statement, the cash-strapped agency said it would hold off on closings by several weeks to give Congress more time to pass legislation that would give it more authority and liquidity to stave off bankruptcy. The Postal Service, which is expected to default Friday on a $5.5 billion payment to the Treasury, is forecast to lose a record $14.1 billion next year. Last week, the Postal Service said it planned to begin closing processing centers as early as April, and shutter some post offices early next year.

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A shot in the dark brought a few seconds of fame to one local business after its logo was featured in a recent episode of the NBC show “The Office.” Bob Thomas, operations manager for Wilkes-Barre based Fitness Headquarters said he thought it was a joke when someone called him late one Friday evening to ask if it was OK to use the business’s logo on an episode of “The Office.” The show, which portrays the antics of employees of a fictional Scranton paper company, regularly includes references to real area businesses. “It was probably over a year and a half ago that we sent in to be included, but it was a shot in the dark,” said Thomas, who has worked for the company since it opened in 1996. “I totally forgot about it and thought it was a prank when they called. They said an episode came up that involved fitness equipment and they wanted to use the logo. I just told them to email me the details and on Monday morning, there it was – an email from the NBC art department.” Thomas said NBC asked him to sign off that he wouldn’t seek compensation for use of the logo, which appeared on the side of a truck delivering fitness equipment ordered by the character Dwight for an onsite gym in the Dunder Mifflin building. Fitness Headquarters did not pay anything for the approximately three seconds of screen time about 12 minutes into the “Mrs. California” episode of the popular network show, which is also shown in syndication, Thomas said. Ironically, Thomas said the people who have commented on the moment of fame have been suppliers and customers from out of the area. Still, Thomas said he enjoyed seeing his employer featured on one of his favorite shows. “It was really pretty cool,” he said.

Record Boeing jet order

Southwest Airlines is placing a huge order for a redesigned and more fuelefficient version of Boeing Co.’s most popular plane, the 737. It’s the biggest firm order in Boeing’s history by number of planes — 208 — and by list-price value, at nearly $19 billion. Southwest committed to buy 150 of the yet-to-be-built 737 Max and will become the first carrier to get one. Southwest will also buy 58 current 737 jets, adding to 142 it already has on order.

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Shoppers look at televisions displayed at a Best Buy in Brentwood, Tenn. The retailer’s third-quarter net income fell 29 percent as it cut prices in popular categories such as tablets and TVs to drive sales and traffic.

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Primerica going on its own

Net income for the three months EW YORK — Electronics retailer ended Nov. 26 fell to $154 million; that Best Buy said Tuesday that its compares with $217 million last year.

third-quarter net income fell 29 percent as it cut prices in popular categories such as tablets and TVs to drive sales and traffic during the busy holiday season. Its adjusted earnings missed analysts’ expectations, and its shares tumbled 15.5 percent. The company, which is up against tough competition from discounters and online retailers, took profit-busting measures that included increasing

New Iraq city gets go-ahead

Officials from the National Investment Commission of Iraq said Tuesday that they’ve signed a memorandum of understanding with a consortium of Michigan companies to plan and build a new city on the outskirts of the capital where 500,000 people could live, shop and work. The agreement gives the consortium what it needs to take the next step — raising the $5.5 billion needed to build the city to get the project under way.

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markdowns and spending more on advertising. CEO Brian Dunn said customers are firmly focused on “value” this holiday. “We took decisive actions to drive our business,” he said. “These actions, while negatively impacting gross margin, significantly resonated with customers and resulted in im-

November retail sales up slightly

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proved traffic.” Net income for the three months ended Nov. 26 fell to $154 million; that compares with $217 million last year. Revenue rose 2 percent to $12.1 billion from $11.9 billion a year ago. Revenue in U.S. stores open at least one year rose 1 percent boosted by a 20 percent increase in online revenue. The company has been focusing on expanding its online offerings and services such as free shipping, connecting devices to the Internet and letting customers pick up items ordered online in stores. Meanwhile, it has been reducing its square footage in the U.S.

By MAE ANDERSON AP Retail Writer

Citigroup Inc., the third-biggest U.S. bank, will sell its remaining stake in life insurer Primerica Inc. as Chief Executive Officer Vikram Pandit completes the bank’s exit that started almost two years ago. Citigroup will sell about 8 million shares in a public offering, the Duluth, Ga.-based insurer said Tuesday in a statement. Primerica last month agreed to buy back 8.92 million shares held by New York-based Citigroup for $22.42 a share, or about $200 million.

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CHEF’S CORNER TOM SKUDALSKI VANDERLYN’S RESTAURANT

Lamb chops that burst with flavor I HAVE BEEN cooking since I was old enough to stand on a chair to reach the stove. I remember sneaking into the kitchen to add seasonings and final touches to my mother’s home-cooked meals. While cooking was mostly a hobby for me early on, as I grew older I learned to appreciate food and the unlimited combination of flavors and creativity it has to offer. That’s one of the reasons I chose to introduce you to my original recipe for Char-Grilled Lamb Chops with Apple Curry Reduction. This dish offers a special blend of flavors from sweetness in the apples to heat from the various spices. My goal was to create a dish with layers of flavor so each layer could be experienced independently, while contributing to an overall palate-pleasing dish. It may look like a long list of ingredients, but it is really a simple recipe that can be used for chicken, beef, fish or seafood as well as lamb. If you would rather enjoy my creation without the work, Vanderlyn’s will offer Char-Grilled Lamb Chops with Apple Curry Reduction today and tomorrow for dinner. For reservations, call Vanderlyn’s at 283-6260. Our website is www.vanderlyns.com. •••

LAMB LOIN CHOP WITH APPLE CURRY REDUCTION Yield: 2 servings.

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INGREDIENTS: APPLE CURRY REDUCTION 2 ounces butter, melted 1 tablespoon olive oil 3 cups onions, small dice 1 teaspoon garlic, chopped 2 tablespoons curry powder 1 tablespoons ground coriander 1 tablespoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 ⁄2 each lemon, seeded and small diced, including the zest 3 cups of your favorite apples, peeled and medium dice 1 cup applesauce 1 ⁄2 cup dried cranberries Salt and white pepper, as needed Chicken stock, as needed LAMB CHOPS 4 lamb loin chops, center cut, no tail, cut, 7-8 ounces each Salt and black pepper as needed 1 teaspoon garlic, chopped ••• METHOD OF PREPARATION

These buttermilk sufganiyot are sweet, slightly chewy and reminiscent of the famous beignets of New Orleans. AP PHOTO

By JIM ROMANOFF

t might seem that getting eight nights’ worth of presents is the best thing about Hanukkah, but it isn’t. The doughnuts are. Here in the United States, as well as in Europe, crispy, fried potato latkes are the best-known food for celebrating the legendary miracle of one day’s worth of oil that burned in the temple for eight days. But, puffy doughnuts called sufganiyot (which means “sponge,” describing the texture) can rival potato pancakes in popularity, especially in Israel. Many food historians say that in the past, potatoes were more abundant in Northern and Eastern Europe, while in the Middle East and Africa, wheat and other grains were more widely available. Not surprising, when it came to celebrating Hanukkah by cooking foods in oil, people fried what was easiest to get.

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However, given Americans’ love of doughnuts, sufganiyot are growing in popularity stateside. Tehiya Benezra, who along with her husband, Michael, opened the North Shore Kosher Bakery in Chicago after emigrating from Israel, says the numbers speak for themselves. For the week leading up to, and during the week of Hanukkah (which begins Dec. 21), she says they sell 2,000 to 3,000 sufganiyot each day. And that’s on top of numerous special orders, including one cultural organization that usually buys about 10,000 of the golden pastries. Benezra says the yeasted doughnuts are most commonly filled with fruit jams or custard, but in recent years caramel and fudge have become popular as well. See DOUGHNUTS, Page 2C

For healthier holiday, try Christmas pork By ROCCO DiSPIRITO For The Associated Press

In many ways, I’m a totally different person today than I was seven years ago. Back then, I was about 30 pounds overweight, carting around an unhealthy 20 percent body fat. I mean, I love food. I’m surrounded by food. And it was awfully hard to resist enjoying all the things I love. Especially at the holidays. But then I realized I could have a healthier attitude about food and a healthier body. I could have the foods I love and maintain a healthy weight. Much of my success came down to learning to tweak the recipes I love into versions that taste just as good but with fewer calories and less fat. My biggest challenge since making these changes has been surviving Christmas. After all, it’s a holiday jampacked with great-tasting stuff, from cookies to candies to mashed potatoes

…with this holiday recipe, I decided not to use ham, but to cook and season a healthier pork loin in way that reminds me of ham. to ham. But I really wanted to avoid starting the new year with a round little belly that shakes when I laugh like a bowlful of jelly. For me, Christmas dinner means ham. I just have to have one. But sadly, ham is loaded with fat, calories, salt and nitrates. So with this holiday recipe, I decided not to use ham, but to cook and season a healthier pork loin in way that reminds me of ham. Ham comes from the hind leg of a pig,

1. Heat butter and olive oil in sauce pan. 2. Add onions and garlic; sauté until translucent, 2-3 minutes 3. Add apples, cook 1-2 minutes. 4. Add applesauce, diced lemon and 8 ounces of chicken stock, cook two minutes. 5. Add thyme, cook 1 minute. 6. Add curry, coriander and cumin, allowing the mixture to cook one minute between each ingredient. 7. Add dried cranberries, simmer 30-40 minutes to develop flavors, add chicken stock to adjust consistency as needed. 8. Adjust seasoning and consistency and reserve for service. 9. Brush lamb chops with olive oil, season with salt, black pepper and garlic. 10. Place on char grill and cook to desired doneness. I recommend a temperature of medium rare. 11. Place lamb chops on heated dinner plate and top with curry apple reduction. Enjoy.

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This Christmas pork recipe uses stevia sweetener instead of sugar in the glaze.

from the shank to the hip. Pork loin breast. Pork loin also has other advancomes from the top back of the pig, mak- tages — it’s relatively inexpensive, easy ing it one of the leanest cuts of pork available and comparable to chicken See PORK, Page 5C

Culinary Intern Tom Skudalski prepared this Lamb and Apple Curry Dish at Vanderlyn’s Restaurant in Kingston. Editor’s note: If you would like to contribute a column to Chef’s Corner, contact Mary Therese Biebel at 829-7283 or email mbiebel@timesleader.com.

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Asked if the recent trend toward health consciousness has put a dent in sufganiyot sales, Benezra says the opposite seems to be true. People don’t generally buy and eat the Hanukkah doughnuts every day, but she says more people in general seem to be partaking of the latke alternative. Dennis Wasko, a kosher personal chef and instructor at Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts in Chicago, also has seen demand increase. He says many of his clients request the fried treats during Hanukkah, and to satisfy them he offers both sweet and savory versions. Sweet varieties usually are made in the traditional filleddoughnut fashion, but savory versions are made with either a less-sweet yeast dough or a light pate a choux pastry stuffed with fillings such as seasoned pumpkin or sauteed Swiss chard with raisins and tomatoes. Sufganiyot are delicious when served hot out of the fryer and Wasko offers some tips for success when making them: • Be patient and give the yeast dough plenty of time to rise. Wasko says the texture as well as flavor will be better. He even recommends letting the dough rise slowly, wrapped in plastic in the refrigerator. This

Given Americans’ love of doughnuts, sufganiyot are growing in popularity stateside. allows the yeast to develop a fruity flavor. • Wasko prefers using coldpressed canola oil, which he likes for its neutral to slightly nutty flavor. But he says that if you want to be really traditional, use extra-virgin olive oil. • Make sure to use a frying thermometer to monitor the oil temperature. Most people, he says, forget that when you add pieces of dough to the hot oil you need to adjust the temperature to keep the oil from cooling down. Cool oil will give you greasy results. Our buttermilk sufganiyot are sweet, slightly chewy and reminiscent of the famous beignets of New Orleans. ••• BUTTERMILK SUFGANIYOT Start to finish: 1 hour 50 minutes (50 minutes active) Servings: 24 large or 48 small sufganiyot 4 1/4 cups bread flour, plus more for dusting work surface 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup whole milk 1 1/4 cups buttermilk 4 teaspoons dry active yeast 3 tablespoons sugar Vegetable oil, for frying Powdered sugar, for dusting

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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda and salt. Set aside. In a small saucepan over medium, heat the milk until steaming but not boiling. Remove the pan from the heat and add the buttermilk. Pour the mixture into the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook. Whisk in the yeast and sugar. Let stand for five minutes. Coat a large bowl with vegetable oil, then set aside. Add the flour mixture to the milk mixture and mix on low speed until the dry ingredients are moistened and form a ball, about 3 minutes. Increase speed to medium and continue mixing for 2 minutes more. The dough will be quite sticky. Transfer the dough to the prepared bowl, cover with plastic wrap and set aside in a draft-free spot. Let the dough rise until doubled in size, about 1 hour. Fill a deep saute pan or large pot with about 3 inches of oil. Heat over medium to 375 F. Line a large plate or sheet pan with paper towels for draining. Lightly flour a clean work surface. Turn the dough out onto surface. Dust the top of the dough with flour, then press to flatten. Fold the dough in half and tuck the ends under to create a ball. Dust with flour again and use a rolling pin to roll the dough into roughly an 11-by-17-inch rectangle about 1/4-inch thick. Using a sharp knife, cut the

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SUFGANIYOT FILLINGS These sufganiyot are more toothsome than traditional yeast doughnuts and can be filled or topped and served with a knife and fork. To fill them, either use a syringe-like pastry filling tool to inject them with jam, or simply slice open one side with a paring knife and use a spoon to fill them. Some suggested fillings: • A few slices of fresh banana and a generous spoonful of hot fudge. AP PHOTO • Jarred lemon or lime curd sprinkled with toasted sliced Sufganiyot are delicious when almonds. served hot out of the fryer. • Ricotta cheese mixed with chopped walnuts, golden rai• Thick-cut Seville orange sins and a drizzle of honey. marmalade and a smattering of • Drained chunked or crushed dark chocolate chips. canned pineapple with a few • Canned poppy-seed filling teaspoons of coconut creme (look for it with other pie fill(not coconut milk).

dough lengthwise into 4 equal strips, then cut horizontally, at an angle, to create 24 or 48 diamondshaped pieces. Working in batches, carefully drop pieces of dough into the hot oil, being careful not to crowd the pan. Fry, turning them often with a

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taste a bit like potatoes, but are lower in starch and calories. Consider: A cup of mashed potatoes can add up to 237 calories; a cup of mashed turnips, only 51 calories. In this recipe, I’ve sauteed the turnips with the glaze, for something truly delicious. The other gift in this Christmas dish is how much you save in total calories. My “ham” dinner has just 313 calories and 8 grams of fat per serving. Now that is a sign of happy holidays!

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When making the glaze, taste and add packets of stevia sweetener until you are satisfied with the flavor. Stevia brands vary widely in sweetness, so start with one packet and taste as you go. Start to finish: 1 1/2 hours (30 minutes active) Servings: 8 3-pound fresh pork loin, trimmed of all visible fat. (Buy a loin with no water or tenderizing solution added. ) 8 whole cloves 1/2 gallon cold water 1/2 cup kosher salt, plus extra 6 sprigs fresh thyme, divided 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided 2 medium turnips, peeled and cut into 1-inch wedges Ground black pepper 1 cup pomegranate juice, divided 2 1/2 teaspoons arrowroot Packets stevia sweetener powder, to taste 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon chopped fresh tarragon 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds 1/2 cup coarse-ground or stoneground mustard 1/4 cup prepared horseradish Heat the oven to 350 F. Place the pork on a cutting

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Gavin M. Venesky Gavin Michael Venesky, son of Michael and Melanie Venesky, Mountain Top, is celebrating his first birthday today, Dec. 14. Gavin is a grandson of Wayne and Mary Allen and George and Becky Venesky, all of Mountain Top. He is a great-grandson of Marie Venesky, Kittanning. Gavin has a brother, Dylan, 3.

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Logan Baseski, Kyle Besecker, Harry Blamire, Kaylynn Bruch, Raymond Centanni, Alexandra Chas, Kaura Chavez, Lily Cimino, Breiana Coolbaugh, Nico DeLuca, Meghan Donahue, Robert Emil, Julia Evans, Michael Farrell, Charles Giacometti, Christian Goldsmith, Mia Greenwood, Daniel Harpersberger, Emily Howell, Ryan Hulbert, Joseph Irvin, Colby Jimmie, Gabrielle Kosierowski, Rachael Kozick, Michael Mesko, Kyle Moskaluk, Abigail Noone, Anthony Nyzio, Lexes Palissery, James Powell, Emma Ripka, Kaeli Samuel, Megan Sinoracki, Owen Sprau, Robert Swida, Christian Sypniewski, Skylar Vanderhoff, Erica VanEtten, Jaydin West, Paul Zablotney, Andrew Zeyher. Grade 8: Honors with Distinction: Christopher Biesecker, Catherine Blankensop, Danielle Caputo, Kaitlyn Chacke, John Fessler, Courney Hoats, Lauren Hudak, Michael Kelly, Michael Kovalick, Kyleigh Kravits, Angelo Kwak, Michelle Leonard, Rachel Luke, Ryan Martin, Sukhmail Mathon, Justin Novitski, Mira Patel, Julia Ramirez, Alexandra Rome, Kathryn Snedeker, Krista Vivian, Emilee Zawatski. First Honors: Mohammad Abualburak, Saleem Abualburak, Abdulrhman Almeky, Calli Amadio, Rebecca Andrews, Kyle Archer, Emily Atiyeh, Brendan Balara, Lia Barbacci, Joseph Bevevino, Joseph Blaine, Jessica Blat, Jessica Bowden, Brielle Brace, Anthony Brominski, Jacob Buda, Julie Butwin, Peter Capitano, Ivy Chamberlain, Maura Chappell, Taryn Chopyak, Andrew Chupka, Arthur Coolbaugh, Allison DeBoer, Jared DelGatto, Anthony DeLuca, Jared Dieffenbach, Catherine Dillon, Nathan Dix, Alexa Dosiak, Lauren Dottor, Tayler Dove, Madison Evans, Chase Feeney, Lauren Finnegan, Joseph Fiorello,

Aidan Thomas Sosnak, son of Maria Grilli and Shannon Sosnak, Exeter, is celebrating his first birthday today, Dec. 14. Aidan is a grandson of Bob and Judy Grilli, Wilkes-Barre, and Marie Sosnak, Hanover Township. He has a brother, Mason, 5.

Joshua Frankevich, Tanner Gatttuso, Devon Gerstein, Anna Giacometti, Tabitha Grabowski, Tabbytha Greene, Kathryn Grose, Makayla Guzzo, Rachel Healey, Alexis Hockenberry, Madeline Jones, Madison Kaminski, Katie Kapral, Morgan Kapral, Christian Kimmerle, Kaitlyn Kochanski, Rachel Kon, Katherine Kravitsky, Jared Krawetz, Caitlyn Landau, John Lyback, Stephanie Lyons, Connor Macarty, Rachel Magnotta, Megan Mancinelli, Robert Martin, Andrew Matcho, Ruby Mattson, Daniel Mingey, Connor Motley, Adam Niznik, Michaela O’Connell, David Oley, Marlena Ostrowski, Katherine Pugh, Samantha Rinehimer, Jacob Roberts, Jacob Ross, Jackson Shaver, Janelle Sherman, Shawn Spencer, Stephen Strumski, Justin Sweeney, Alexis Wyandt, Kaitlyn Yakus, Tyler Yang, Anne Yanik, Justin Yavorski, Tiffany Zukosky. Second Honors: Maria Ansilio, Julia Baloh, Felicia Brittain, Kathleen Brown, Noah Cote, Devin Dickson, Zachary Dixon, Bethany Dombek, Zachary Dottor, Tyler Dragon, Connor Duffy, Mariana Dymond, Timothy Elston, James Farrell, Keith Gillette, Madison Goodwin, Joshua Grote, Matthew Harrison, Annalisa Jolley, Taylor Joseph, Zachary Josulevicz, Sabrina Koprowski, Alexandria Krebs, Samantha LaNunziata, Joseph Latzko, Paige Lewandowski, Dana Litchkowski, Nicholas Malkemes, Aidan Martinez, Nicholas Mathers, Cory Metz, Alyxandrea Mikolaichik, Amanda Miller, Linsey Miller, Cassidy Muldoon, Byron Oldeack, Joshua Orlandini, Grant Payne, Derek Peters, Chad Phillips, Kyle Piskorik, Bria Polachek, Courtney Powell, Arden Rice, William Robbins, Colin Ryniec, Cameron Shaner, David Simpson, Ian Spare, Griffin Stone, Bret Storrs, Daniel Sweeney, Alycia Thomas, John Tomko, Cameron Tuck, Danielle Walsh, Nicole Wren, Kevin Young, Aaron Yurko, Julia Zochowski.

THIS WEEK: Dec. 14 to Dec. 20 Spaghetti and Pasta Dinner 4-6:30 p.m. every Thursday at St. Mary’s Antiochian Orthodox Church, 905 S. Main St., Wilkes-Barre. Choice of five pastas and five sauces. Salad, dessert and beverages included. Takeouts available. Adults pay $7; $5 for children 5 to 12 years old; children younger than 5 years dine free. Call 824-1674 Thursdays. Community Lunch Program for White Haven Residents 1 1:30 a.m.-noon every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 418 Berwick St., White Haven. This ministry is supported through volunteers and donations. Doors open at 10 a.m. for coffee and close at 1:30 p.m. Contact the Rev. Dawn Richie of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church at 443-9424 for more information.

Alzheimer’s Interfaith Candlelight Vigil held at The Meadows The Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Dallas, and the Alzheimer’s Association recently presented the annual Alzheimer’s Interfaith Candlelight Vigil at the center. Scout Troop 155 opened the program by performing the flag ceremony and leading clergy, family, staff and friends in the Pledge of Allegiance. The nursing center hosts an Alzheimer’s Support Group 10:30 a.m. on the first Thursday of each month in the Meadows board room. This support group benefits caregivers by providing the opportunity to address their concerns and learn about the newest developments in the treatment of this disease. Boy Scout members at the vigil, from left, first row, are Paul Hurn, Kyle Gurzynzki and Joseph Fioti. Second row: Tony Fioti, leader; Steven Strumski; Marty Wise, leader; Christian Wargo; Shawn Spencer; Donald Michalisin; and Nick Michalisin, leader.

Pierogi Sale, 1-4 p.m. today and 10:30 a.m.-noon Sunday , St. Mary’s Byzantine Catholic Church, 695 N. Main St., Wilkes-Barre. Potato are $6 per dozen and cabbage $7 per dozen. For more information call 822-6028. Breakfast Buffet, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday, Noxen Volnuteer Fire Company, Stull Road, Noxen. Cost is $7.50 for adults and $4 for children younger than 12. Bring a non-perishable food item to support the Noxen Food Pantry and receive a free ticket for a turkey raffle.

FUTURE 17th Annual Bob Bolus Sr. Christmas Dinner, noon to 6 p.m. Dec. 25, St. Lucy’s Auditorium, 949 10th St., Scranton. All are welcome to enjoy a free buffet-style turkey dinner with all the trimmings. No reservations needed. For more information call 346-7659. All-You-Can-Eat Italian Breakfast, 8 a.m.-noon Jan. 8, at St. Patrick Parish Center, 411 Allegheny St., White Haven. Cost is $7 per person. Meat Loaf Dinner and Bake Sale, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Jan. 8, Loyalville United Methodist Church, nine miles from Noxen off Route 118. Cost is $8 for adults and $3.50 for children under 12. Takeouts available. Call head at 477-3521 and leave a message with name, phone number, number of dinners and pickup time.

Dallas Rotary Club members help decorate triangle Members of the Rotary Club of Dallas recently spent a Saturday morning placing Christmas decorations on the triangle at Routes 309 and 415 in Dallas. Decorating the triangle has been a club tradition for several decades to wish everyone a happy holiday season. Participants, from left, are Nick Stredny, President Ken Chapple, Joe Stager, Art Peoples, Todd Buckley, Ron Fitch and Jon Pomrinke.

IN BRIEF EDWARDSVILLE: Long John Silver’s, Route 1 1, is holding a canned food drive until Dec. 31 to benefit the Weinberg Northeast Regional Food Bank. Each person who donates receives an exclusive Long John Silver’s coupon. The food bank is a program of the Commission on Economic Opportunity. PITTSTON: The Pittston City children’s Christmas party will take place 1 p.m. Sunday at the Pittston City Fire Station, 20 Kennedy St. Any children 0-12 years of age that reside in Pittston are welcome.

Santa will arrive by firetruck at 1 p.m. All children will receive a gift and parents are encouraged to bring a camera. The party is sponsored by the Pittston City Fire Department, the Pittston City Police Department and the Greater Pittston Ambulance Association. WILKES-BARRE: Santa Claus will make his annual appearance at Firwood Park, corner of Carey Avenue and Old River Road, at 2 p.m. Saturday. Santa will arrive on a fire engine and take the time to meet with each child and present them with a goody bag. Parents are invited to bring cameras to photograph their child with Santa.

WILKES-BARRE: Lonestar Steakhouse, 805 Kidder St., will hold a “Take Steak Fundraiser” to benefit Children’s Miracle Network at Geisinger 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday. If guests mention that they are dining to support the Children’s Miracle Network, servers will donate 10 percent from the dinner receipt to the cause. Funds raised will help to provide pediatric equipment, programs and services at Janet Weis Children’s Hospital and throughout Geisinger Health System. For more information contact Kate Snyder at 800-322-5437 or the Lonestar Steakhouse at 570-826-7080.

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Greg Martin General Manager 21 Yrs. at Coccia

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Auto., AC, Pwr. Mirrors, Advanced Trac with Electronic Stability Control, Side Curtains, AM/FM/CD, Pwr. Door Locks, Tilt Wheel, , Cruise Control, 15” Alum. Wheels, Keyless Entry w/Keypad

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27 Mos. *Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 27 month lease 23,625 allowable miles. First months payment, $595 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 12/31/11.

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*Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 27 month lease 23,625 allowable miles. First months payment, $595 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 12/31/11.

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27 Mos.

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MPG

27 Mos.

72 Mos.

APR

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PLUS

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MPG

27 Mos.

CALL NOW 823-8888 1-800-817-FORD Overlooking Mohegan Sun 577 East Main St., Plains

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ADVERTISEMENT REQUESTING STATEMENTS OF INTEREST HAZLETON AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT ENGINEER DESIGNATION ISSUED:

HAZLETON AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT ENGINEER TASKS: The successful engineer will provide professional engineering services including but not limited to design of District sponsored projects including Federal Safe Routes to School (SRTS) transportation and pedestrian improvements, and other public infrastructure projects as, assigned by the Hazleton Area School District. All work will be situated within the geographic limits of the Hazleton Area School District, PA. The statement of interest, at a minimum, should indicate how the firm will accomplish the tasks outlined and provide the services as detailed. Firms will not submit a technical proposal for this modified consultant selection procedure. Technical and price proposals will be submitted to the Hazleton Area School District for project specific tasks as directed by the Hazleton Area School District upon designation as School District Engineer. The Hazleton Area School District reserves the right to competitively select as engineer, other than the School District Engineer, to perform specific projects that the Hazleton Area School District deems appropriate and in the best interest of the Hazleton Area School District. The Hazleton Area School District encourages responses from small firms, minority firms, and firms who have not previously performed work for the Hazleton Area School District. A Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Goal, if any, will be established in accordance with federal and/or state funding requirements for specific services. SELECTION PROCESS AND CRITERIA: The following factors, listed in order of importance will be considered by the Hazleton Area School District during the evaluation of the statement of interest: 1. The technical experience of the firm in performance of a full range of professional engineering services related to State and Federal projects, including working with PennDOT, design of bikeway and walkway facilities and design and inspection of public infrastructure of building projects. 2. The demonstrated ability of the firm to deliver projects on or ahead of schedule and within budget with a minimum of construction change orders attributed to engineering design. 3. Geographic proximity of firm to the Hazleton Area School District and knowledge of the Hazleton Area School District. 4. Demonstrate experience working with the Hazleton Area School District on previous projects. Firms will not submit a technical proposal for specific projects under this modified consultant selection procedure at this time.

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LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the scheduled meetings for the Nuangola Borough Sewer Authority for the year 2012 will be the second and fourth Mondays of the month except when a holiday falls on that day as follows: 1/9/12 2/13/12 3/12/12 4/9/12 5/14/12 6/11/12 7/9/12 8/13/12 9/10/12 10/8/12 11/12/12 12/10/12

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Sally DiRico, Secretary Nuangola Borough Sewer Authority LEGAL NOTICE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA FEDERAL ENERGY REGULATORY COMMISSION Francis Walter Hydro, LLC Project No. 14314-000 NOTICE OF PRELIMINARY PERMIT APPLICATION ACCEPTED FOR FILING AND SOLICITING COMMENTS, MOTIONS TO INTERVENE, AND COMPETING APPLICATIONS

On November 1, 2011, Francis Walter Hydro, LLC, filed an application for a preliminary permit, pursuant to section 4(f) of the Federal Power Act (FPA), proposing to study the feasibility of hydropower at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) Francis E. Walter Dam located on the Lehigh River, in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. The sole purpose of a preliminary permit, if issued, is to grant the permit holder priority to file a license application during the permit term. A preliminary permit does not authorize the permit holder to perform any land-disturbing activities or otherwise enter upon lands or waters owned by others without the owners’ express permission.

The Hazleton Area School District reserves the right to reject all statements of interest and re-advertise for new statements of interest.

The proposed Francis E. Walter Hydroelectric Project would consist of the following: (1) a 600-foot-long, 16-footdiameter steel penstock attached to the existing outlet; (2) a concrete powerhouse 50 feet long by 75 feet wide; (3) two 4.5megawatt (MW) generators for a total installed capacity of 9.0 MW; (4) a tailrace channel to direct flow back to the Lehigh River; (5) a proposed 0.5-mile-long, 12.4kilovolt transmission line interconnecting with an existing Pennsylvania Power and Light Corporation distribution line; and (6) appurtenant facilities. The estimated annual generation of the project would be 26.0 gigawatt-hours.

American Council of Engineering Companies of Pennsylvania 800 North Third Street, Suite 301 Harrisburg, PA 17102 www.acecpa.org STATEMENTS OF INTEREST SUBMISSION PROCEDURES: The statement of interest document will be limited to a maximum of five pages (8.5” by 11”), typed using font size 12 or larger. The statement of interest must be received by the Hazleton Area School District no later than Thursday, January 5, 2012 at 11:00 A.M. to: Anthony Ryba, Business Manager Hazleton Area School District 1515 West 23rd Street Hazleton, PA 18202-1647 Email or fax copies of the state of interest will not be accepted. All questions pertaining to this advertisement requesting statements of interest shall be directed to Carl Yorina, Director of Operations at phone number (570) 459-3111 Ext. 3201. Public RFP Opening: Date: Thursday, January 5, 2012 Time: 11:05 A.M. Location: HASD Administration Building First Floor Conference Room 1515 West 23rd Street Hazleton, PA 18202-1647 A copy of the specifications for this RFP may be obtained at the office of the undersigned or call (570) 459-3111 ext. 3106. In addition, the RFP may be obtained off of the school district website (http://www.hasdk12.org/webbids). Questions regarding the RFP specifications should be directed via email to Robert J. Krizansky (krizanskyr@hasdk12.org). All proposals must be submitted in a sealed envelope, which shall be plainly identified as an RFP. Emailed or faxed RFP’s will not be accepted. The Hazleton Area School District reserves the right to accept or reject any or all RFP’s received and the right to waive any informalities. /s/ Anthony Ryba Secretary / Business Manager

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Letters Administra-tion have been granted to Sam Ferrara, Admin-istrator of the Estate of Irene Ferrara, late of the City of Pittston, Luzerne County, Pennsyl-vania who died October 11, 2010. All persons indebted to said Estate are required to make payment and those having claims or demands to present the same without delay to the Admin-istrator in c/o Michael T. Vough, Esquire, Vough & Associates, 126 South Main Street, Pittston, PA 18640. ESTATE NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Letters Administration have been granted to Debra Ann Patterson, Administratrix of the Estate of Patrick J. Guerin, Sr., late of the Township of Jenkins, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania who died on September 4, 2011. All persons indebted to said Estate are required to make payment and those having claims or demands to present the same without delay to the Administratrix in c/o Gregory S. Skibitsky, Esquire, Skibitsky & Molino, 457 North Main Street, Suite 101, Pittston, PA 18640 ESTATE NOTICE Notice is hereby given that Letters Testamentary have been granted in the ESTATE OF FRANCIS X. KORNOVA, late of Wilkes-Barre (died November 24, 2011). Donna Shimko, Executrix c/o Robert A. Gonos, Esquire, 88 N. Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701. All persons indebted to said estate are required to make payments and those having claims or demands are to present the same without delay to Attorney Robert. A. Gonos. LEGAL NOTICE The Mountaintop Area Joint Sanitary Authority Board of Directors will hold their reorganization meeting on Monday, January 9, 2012, at 7:00 PM. The meeting will be held at the Authority’s Administration Building, 290 Morio Drive, Mountaintop, Township of Dorrance, County of Luzerne, Pennsylvania. The regular monthly meeting for January will immediately follow. Thomas G. Keiper Executive Director

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Applicant Contact: Mr. Vincent Lamarra, Symbiotics LLC, 975 South State Highway 89/91, Logan, Utah 84321; phone: (435) 752-2580. FERC Contact: phone: (202) 502-6096.

Tim Looney;

Deadline for filing comments, motions to intervene, competing applications (without notices of intent), or notices of intent to file competing applications: 60 days from the issuance of this notice. Competing applications and notices of intent must meet the requirements of 18 CFR 4.36. Comments, motions to intervene, notices of intent, and competing applications may be filed electronically via the Internet. See 18 CFR 385.2001(a)(1)(iii) and the instructions on the Commission’s website http://www.ferc.gov/docs-filing/efiling.asp. Commenters can submit brief comments up to 6,000 characters, without prior registration, using the eComment system at http://www.ferc.gov/docsfiling/ecomment.asp. You must include your name and contact information at the end of your comments. For assistance, please contact FERC Online Support at FERCOnlineSupport@ferc.gov or toll free at 1-866-208-3676, or for TTY, (202) 502-8659. Although the Commission strongly encourages electronic filing, documents may also be paper-filed. To paper-file, mail an original and seven copies to: Kimberly D. Bose, Secretary, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street, NE, Washington, DC 20426. More information about this project, including a copy of the application, can be viewed or printed on the "eLibrary" link of the Commission's website at http://www.ferc.gov/docs-filing/elibrary.asp. Enter the docket number (P14314-000) in the docket number field to access the document. For assistance, contact FERC Online Support. Kimberly D. Bose, Secretary.

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ACURA `06 TL White Diamond

80K original miles,1 owner, garage kept, camel leather interior, 3.2L / 6 cylinder, 5-speed automatic, front/rear & side airbags, ABS Navigation System, 8-speaker surround system DVD/CD/AM /FM/cassette,XM Satellite Radio, power & heated front seats,powerdoor locks & windows, power moonroof, 4 snow tires included!....and much, much more! Car runs and looks beautiful $17,500 Firm See it at Orloski’s Car Wash & Lube 295 Mundy Street (behind Wyoming Valley Mall) or Call 239-8461

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

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Running condition. Inspected. $1,000. (570) 706-1186

(November 14, 2011)

The Hazleton Area School District will establish an order of ranking of a minimum of (3) firms based on the School District’s evaluation of statements of interest received in response to this solicitation. The three shortlisted firms will be invited to participate in an interview to further demonstrate their interests and qualifications to be selected as School District Engineer. Following the submission of the written statement of interest and the interview, the Hazleton Area School District Board of Education will approve an engineering firm to serve as School District Engineer subject to final acceptance by the PA Department of Transportation for federal-aid transportation related work.

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Council of the Borough of Warrior Run, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, shall conduct its Meetings as follows: January 3, 2012, January 12, 2012, February 13, 2012, March 12, 2012, April 9, 2012, May 14, 2012, June 11, 2012, July 9, 2012, August 13, 2012, September 10, 2012, Tuesday, October 9, 2012, November 12, 2012 and December 10, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. at the Borough Building, Front and Hanover Streets, Warrior Run, Pennsylvania. The regular meeting of the Warrior Run Borough Council will be held on the second Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. for 2012 Also the Council of the Borough of Warrior Run, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, proposes to pass the taxing Ordinances for 2012 at its Meeting on December 28, 2011. The proposed Ordinances include a 1% tax levied on the privilege of transferring real estate; an Ordinance fixing the tax rate for the fiscal year of 2012 at 1.9 mils, an Ordinance to provide revenue by imposing a tax of 1% on income received and on net profit earned by persons working in Warrior Run Borough and by persons who are residents of Warrior Run Borough; Ordinance imposing a tax of Ten ($10.00) Dollars on occupations engaged in by individuals within the Borough and an Ordinance imposing a per capita tax of Five ($5.00) Dollars on Borough residents over 18 years of age. Said Ordinances are available at the Borough office for review. James V. Pyrah Solicitor-Warrior Run Borough

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

CHEVROLET `08 IMPALA Excellent condition, new tires, 4 door, all power, 34,000 miles. $13,995. 570-836-1673

CHEVROLET `98 BLAZER 5 speed standard,

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CHEVROLET ‘06 CORVETTE CONVERTIBLE

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

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

CHEVY 08 IMPALA LTZ

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

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

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CHRYSLER `06 300

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CHRYSLER ‘04 SEBRING CONVERTIBLE

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HONDA `09 CIVIC LX-S

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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 NISSAN MAXIMA SE Silver, V6, sunroof 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 VW JETTA GLS Black. Auto. Sunroof. 03 AUDI S8 QUATTRO Mid blue/light grey leather, Navigation, (AWD) 02 MUSTANG GT V8, Green, black leather, 5 speed, 01 CHEVY LUMINA LS 4 door, burgandy, 72K 01 VW JETTA GLS green, auto, 4 cyl 01 VOLVO V70 STATION WAGON, blue/grey, leather, AWD 98 MAZDA MILLENIA green 98 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS black 98 HONDA CIVIC EX, 2 dr, auto, silver

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08 JEEP COMPASS SPORT Silver, 4 cylinder, auto, 4x4 08 DODGE RAM 1500 QUAD CAB, white, 5.7 Hemi, 4 door, 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 pax mini van 06 MITSUBISHI ENDEAVOR XLS, Blue auto, V6, AWD 06 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN ES, red, 4dr, entrtnmt cntr, 7 pass mini van 08 FORD F150 XLT Extra cab, truck, black, V8, 4x4 05 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER LT, blue, grey leather, 4x4 05 JEEP LIBERTY SPORT blue 4x4 05 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO Blue, auto, 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, 4x4 black, black leather, 3rd seat, 04 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE OVERLAND Graphite grey, 2 tone leather, sunroof, 4x4 04 CHEVY SUBURBAN LS, pewter silver, 3rd seat, 4x4 03 CHEVY TRACKER ZR2, blue, auto, 4x4 03 DODGE DURANGO SLT, white, gray leather, 3rd seat, 4x4 03 FORD WINDSTAR LX green 4 door, 7 pax mini van 02 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY 7 passenger, mini van, gold AWD 02 CHEVY 2500 HD Reg. Cab. pickup truck, green, auto, 4x4 01 NISSIAN XTERRA, black, 5 speed, 4x4 01 F150 SUPERCREW XLT, green, 4 door, V8, 4x4 truck 00 FORD EXPLORER LTD, white, grey leather, 4x4 00 CHEVY BLAZER LT Black & brown, brown leather 4x4 96 CVEVY BLAZER black 4x4 89 CHEVY 1500 4X4 TRUCK

TOYOTA `10

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

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TOYOTA 07 CAMRY LE Low miles. One owner. $13,880

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

VOLKSWAGEN `09 BEETLE Excellent condition,

20,000 miles, all power, sun roof, kayak and bike rack included. $14,900. 570-864-2300

439

Motorcycles

HARLEY 2011 HERITAGE SOFTTAIL Black. 1,800 miles. ABS brakes. Security System Package. $16,000 firm. SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY 570-704-6023

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

451

Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

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

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

KAWASAKI ‘05 NINJA 500R. 3300

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

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

CHEVY 05 SILVERADO

2WD. Extra cab. Highway miles. Like new! $6,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

CHEVY ‘10 EQUINOX LT

Moonroof. Alloys. 1 Owner. $22,450

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

MERCURY `79 ZEPHYR

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

OLDSMOBILE `68 DELMONT

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

MOTO cc. GUZZI `03 1,100 1,900

miles. Full dress. Shaft driven. Garage kept. Excellent condition. $6000. Health Problems. Call 570-654-7863

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

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

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

OLDSMOBILE ‘53 98 SEDAN 72K original miles.

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

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Commercial Trucks & Equipment

CHEVY `04 DUMP TRUCK

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

FORD `90 TRUCK 17’ box. Excellent

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

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

DAELIM 20064,700 150 CCs.

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

KAWASAKI ‘03 KLR 650. Green.

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

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

442 RVs & Campers

FLAGSTAFF `08 CLASSIC NOW BACK IN PA.

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

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

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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

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

Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

D.P. MOTORS

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

CHEVY ‘99 BLAZER

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

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

CHEVY 99 SILVERADO 4X4 Auto. V8. Bargain

GMC `05 SAVANA

1500 Cargo Van. AWD. V8 automatic. A/C. New brakes & tires. Very clean. $10,750. Call 570-474-6028

HONDA `10 ODYSSEY

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 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

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

DODGE ‘97 2500 4X4, C UMMINS

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 SE. 7 passenger, 4

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

D.P. MOTORS

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

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

FORD ‘97 F150 4X4 Auto. V6. New

inspection! $4,495 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

Leather & Moonroof. $15,872

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

HONDA ‘09 CRV LX AWD. 1 owner. $17,880

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

D.P. MOTORS

1451 SHOEMAKER AVE, W. WYOMING

570-714-4146

HYUNDAI '04 SANTA FE

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

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 Rare. LIBERTY5 SPORT.

seats. Extra Clean! $3,495 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

JEEP `04 CHEROKEE 135,000 miles, auto-

FORD ‘02 EXPLORER

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

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

JEEP 03 LIBERTY

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

FORD 02 F150 Extra Cab. 6

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

4x4. Leather. Sunroof. Extra Sharp! $6,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

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

JEEPAuto. 04 LIBERTY V6.

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

JEEP ‘06 WRANGLER

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

TOYOTA 02 TACOMA 4WD. SR5. TRD. V-6. $11,425

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

TOYOTA 09 RAV 4

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

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

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JEEP ‘07 GRAND CHEROKEE

4WD & Alloys. $15,880

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

4 WD. Auto. CD. $13,992

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

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

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

ALL JUNK CAR & TRUCKS WANTED Highest Prices Paid In Cash!!! FREE REMOVAL Call V&G Anytime 288-8995

JEEP 98 CHEROKEE SPORT

2 door. 4x4. 6 cylinder. Auto. Like new! $4,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

JEEP ‘98 WRANGLER

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Accounting/ Finance

BOOKKEEPER

LEXUS `06 GX 470

Cypress Pearl with ivory leather interior. Like new condition, garage kept. All service records. All options including premium audio package, rear climate control, adjustable suspension, towing package, rear spoiler, Lexus bug guard. 48,500 miles.

$26,950

(570) 237-1082

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

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 ROGUE S AWD. Auto $16,620

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

LEASING CONSULTANT/ RESIDENT COORDINATOR

Local apartment community is looking for a friendly and energetic person to join our team. Applicants must be dependable, well organized & capable of working independently. The right candidate must be creative, have previous sales experience, computer experience and exceptional customer service/people skills. Position may require working occasional evenings & weekends. Great salary and vacation offered. Bilingual a plus. Please send resume to: Property Manager 9 Beverly Drive, Edwardsville, PA 18704. EOE

The Target Shopper Magazine, Inc. and Positive Results Marketing, Inc. is looking for a qualified individual to handle its bookkeeping full time in their Old Forge, PA offices. Candidate will handle invoicing, accounts receivables, accounts payables and other duties directly related to the business department. Knowledge of Intuit Quickbooks is a MUST! Base salary of $22,100.00 plus bonus, benefits and corporate fitness membership. Please submit resume to prminc510@aol.com.

COLLECTIONS SPECIALIST

Local company located in Hazleton is seeking a full-time Collections Specialist in their expanding Credit Department. The ideal candidate will have to work 9:30 to 6pm, have experience making collection calls, resolving A/R disputes, and investigating deductions and chargebacks. This is a high visibility position that requires excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills. Professionalism and assertiveness are an absolute must. SAP experience a definite plus. We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefit package. Qualified applicants should submit their resume and salary requirements by fax to HR Dept. 570-450-0231 or e-mail to donna.reimold@ forbo.com or mail To D. Reimold, Box 667 Hazleton, PA 18201.

TAX PREPARERS

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

Building/ Construction/ Skilled Trades

ELECTRICAL PROJECT MANAGER Electrical contractor seeking qualified Electrical Project Manager for commercial/industrial projects. Must have proven Project Management electrical experience and be able to: • Handle change orders and related paperwork; • Establish project schedules; • Create strong customer relations; and • Supervise and evaluate a crew of professionals. Computer knowledge (Microsoft Project, Word, Excel) required. Knowledge of current NEC, College Degree preferred. Competitive salary and benefit package available. Mail cover letter and resume to: c/o The Times Leader BOX 2860 15 N. Main St. Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0250

ELECTRICAL SERVICE MANAGER Immediate opportunity for an Electrical Construction Service Manager. Must have strong residential and commercial background; ability to estimate and manage projects up to $75,000; Strong computer skills; experienced with Estimation software a plus. Send resume to: c/o The Times Leader BOX 2855 15 N. Main St. Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0250

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6 Cylinder. 4WD. $9,250

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

506 Administrative/ Clerical

509

Only 29K miles! $17,450

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

Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

Black Beauty! $6,495 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

HYUNDAI ‘06 SANTE FE LTD

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

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

JEEP 04 GRAND CHEROKEE

JEEP 08 COMPASS

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

FORD ‘00 EXPLORER XLT. CD. Power

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

570-714-4146

GMC '02 SAFARI CARGO VAN

451

RANGE ROVER ‘07 SPORT Supercharged

1451 SHOEMAKER AVE, W. WYOMING

AWD. Auto. Warrantied. $5,195 BUY * SELL * TRADE

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

Kawasaki` 93 ZX11D NINJA LIKE NEW 8900 Original

451

Leather. Auto. $17,940

Chrysler ‘68 New Yorker

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

Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

FORD 08 EDGE SEL

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

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

451

Business/ Strategic Management

OFFICE MANAGER

A local non-profit Association seeks candidate with building industry and office management experience. Must be proficient with Quickbooks, MS Office and Publisher. Will plan events and serve the Board of Directors. Full time salary position. Call Harvis HR Services with questions 542-5330 or forward resume to apply: BIANEPA.JOBS@ GMAIL.COM Please, no calls to BIA office.

522

Education/ Training

SUPPORT COACH

Full Time position supporting academic success for children and families. BA/BS required educational, bilingual background preferred. Excellent compensation, benefits, salary. Fax resume to: 570825-4746 or e-mail thogan@voapa.org EOE

533

Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair

EXPERIENCED BODY SHOP AND PAINT TECHNICIAN Wanted to join our

highly motivated and detail-oriented team. Potential candidates are required to have a minimum of 5 years of experience. Possessing the knowledge, skills and ability to perform all types of Auto Body Repair and Paint Application is an absolute must. Waterborne Certification Preferred. We offer a generous benefits package that includes health insurance and 401k. Apply in person at Phil’s Auto Body 212 Phil’s Lane Tunkhannock, PA 18657 570-836-1160

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Janitorial/ Cleaning

On Site Facility Working Lead 2nd Shift 1:30pm-9:30pm

Monday-Friday with occasional Saturdays. Seeking experienced no less than 2 years current knowledge of facility cleaning, commercial housekeeping and/or custodial experience. Must have this knowledge to supervise, and also be in a working role capacity. Professional office building. Staring hourly rate of $12.00 hour. Must be able to meet clearance. Great opportunity to grow in industry. Position is going to be located in Scranton-Moosic Area. Apply online at www.sovereigncs. com. EOE and Drug Free Workplace.

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Logistics/ Transportation

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548 Medical/Health

CAREGIVERS/ HOMEMAKERS/HHA/CNA Homecare shifts available in Lackawanna and Luzerne County. Experience preferred - Will train. Apply: comfort keepers.com or 224 Wilkes-Barre Twp. Blvd. W-B Call: 570-970-7800 Community Home Workers Full Time jobs are available to work with individuals with intellectual disabilities in a community home in the Ashley and Nuangola areas. Experience is helpful, paid training is provided. Valid drivers license is required. For information or application, call IMPACT SYSTEMS, Inc. at (570) 829-3671. Starting Salary is $8.85 + benefits Drug free workplace EOE

MASTER LEVEL THERAPIST

Part time 4pm 8pm, Monday -Friday. Full Time 2pm10pm, Monday-Friday. Apply in person: Wilkes-Barre Family YMCA, 40 W. Northampton St. Wilkes-Barre, PA.

Part Time position. Master’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work or closely related clinical field + 2 years clinical experience with children who have emotional & behavioral disorders. Program serves female youth in 24 hour/7 day a week residential treatment facility. Excellent compensation, salary. Fax resume to: 570-825-4746 or e-mail thogan@voapa.org EOE

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548 Medical/Health

MEDICAL ASSISTANT Full Time. Busy

office. Excellent benefits. Available immediately. Send resumes to: c/o The Times Leader Box 2865 15 N. Main Street Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0250.

HELPMATES, INC. Now hiring part-time PERSONAL CARE AIDES for Luzerne/ Wyoming Counties. The successful candidates will be responsible for traveling home to home providing personal care. Are you willing to assist with bathing, light housekeeping and meal preparation? We provide travel time & a voluntary benefit package. Immediate need in Nanticoke, Berwick, Pittston & Wilkes-Barre. Leading home care provider in PA since 1987. Interested candidates should call 1-855-444-2037 to set up an interview. EOE.

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Management company has an immediate opening for a Supportive Services Coordinator in Kingston, PA. Successful candidate will have a degree in Social Services or 2 years experience as a case manager or supportive services role. Please apply online at http://pennrosemanagementcareers.silkroad.co m/

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STREET DEPARTMENT

Swoyersville Borough Council is now accepting applications for 1 (one) full time street department worker. The work week is 40 hours, 5 days a week. Starting salary is $9 to $9.50 per hour depending on qualifications. Benefits include health insurance for employee only after 90 days, sick time, paid holidays and personal days after 90 days, optional pension plan participation after 6 months, vacation period and clothing allowance after 1 year. Successful passing of drug and alcohol testing required upon hiring. Applications can be picked up at the Swoyersville Borough Building, 675 Main St., Swoyersville, PA, Monday-Friday 9AM4PM. Deadline for application is December 29, 2011. EOE Gene Breznay Borough Secretary

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Warehouse

DISTRIBUTION CLERKS WILKES-BARRE

Business Opportunities

Production/ Operations

708

Antiques & Collectibles

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

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700 MERCHANDISE

BEER & LIQUOR LICENSE FOR SALE

630 Money To Loan

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Production/ Operations

SLICER Univex model 7512 12” knife, built in sharpener, very good condition. New $1,800. asking $600. 570-833-4495

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BARBIE Cinderella Doll, Springtime Barbie, Wedding Day Barbie. 3 for $10. Excellent Christmas gifts. 570-735-0191

POSTER, World War One, original in fair/ good condition in wood frame, “Duty Calls, 1917 E.G Renesch, Chicago” $100. 570-262-0708

710

Appliances

APPLIANCE PA RT S E T C .

712

Baby Items

BABY WALKER Safety 1st Disney music & lights, height adjustable, almost new, $25. 570-735-6527 CLOTHING, 0-12 months, girls, $1-$5. 570-825-0569

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Building Materials

REPLACEMENT WINDOW: New. Vinyl. Size: 28 3/4” x 58 3/4” Low E Argon Gas Thermo Pane. $125. 570-288-3189

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

Cemetery Plots/Lots

MEMORIAL SHRINE CEMETERY 6 Plots Available

DISHWASHER, Kenmore, portable, 2 years old, very good shape. $200 OBO. 570-468-9222

May be Separated Rose Lawn Section $450 each 570-654-1596

MEMORIAL SHRINE LOTS FOR SALE

REFRIGERATOR Whirlpool, side by side, white, ice & water measures 70”Hx35.5”Wx33. 75”d. $575. 570-824-6533

6 lots available at Memorial Shrine Cemetery. $2,400. Call 717-774-1520 SERIOUS INQUIRES ONLY

554

Production/ Operations

PACKAGING SHIFT SUPERVISOR

Pre-employment drug screening and background check required. Interested candidates should send letter of interest, resume and salary history to:

Available routes: Wilkes-Barre (North)

The Times Leader Human Resources Department 15 N. Main Street • Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711 ldaris@timesleader.com No Telephone Calls Please!

$750 Monthly Proﬁt + Tips

188 daily papers / 216 Sunday papers Coal Street, Custer Street, North Empire Street, North Sherman Street

Dallas/Harvey’s Lake MOTOR ROUTE

$1,200 Monthly Proﬁt + Tips

149 daily papers / 180 Sunday papers

Firehouse Road, Loyalville Road, Meeker Road, Pine Tree Road, Loyaville Outlet Road

Plains/Hudson

$900 Monthly Proﬁt + Tips

218 daily papers / 244 Sunday papers Burke Street, North Main Street, Slope Street, Chamberlain Street, Clark Street, Jason Street

Edwardsville

$500 Monthly Proﬁt + Tips

110 daily papers / 137 Sunday papers Bunny Lane, Church Street, Green Street, Hillside Avenue, Main Street

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

570-829-7107

Jobs

THE TIMES LEADER

Autos

Aster Court, Bluebell Court, Clover Court, Donnas Way, Fairway Drive

timesleaderautos.com

554

Production/ Operations

554

Production/ Operations

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Production/ Operations

726

Clothing

WEDDING GOWN size 9-10, used once, perserved in box. $50. 825-0569

732

Exercise Equipment

EXERCISE EQUIPMENT 4 pieces, as seen on TV all for $40. 570-824-0248

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)

724 Cellular Phones

APPLE IPHONE 4 S Brand new with

64GB Memory and Apple iPad 2, 64GB with wifi-3g this are factory unlocked with Complete accessories (Well packed & sealed in original company box) and can be used with any network provider of your choice Email: order@tradebitlimited.com or skype: wg.fields for more information. CELL PHONES, 2, LG Optimus Android, for Sprint, brand new, one is purple, other is dark grey, comes with charger, $50 for both. 570-704-9334

726

Clothing

COAT

KENNETH COLE Beige, size 6, hardly worn. $75. 570-855-5385 jACKET Aeropostale girls medium $25. 484-239-8507 JACKET, men’s black leather, never worn, tags on, size XL. $40. 735-6527

HOME GYM Implex Image 4.0, new condition. $25 570-655-8056 TREADMILL, electric, $250. AbLounge, $50. AbDoer Chair, $50. 570-779-5416

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Furnaces & Heaters

ELECTRIC STOVE HEATER: Used 2 or 3 times only. In excellent condition. $65. 570-855-8357 HEATER, Eden Pure Gen 3, Model 1000, used 1 season.Cost $397 new, selling for $200 firm. 570-472-3920 HEATER, electric, portable, $20. 570-825-5847 HEATER. Hot water. Gas, 40 gallon tank. GE, 2 years old. $150 firm. 570-7791215 after 6pm

744

Furniture & Accessories

COFFEE TABLE, 39” square, walnut with glass top. $25. 570-430-9231 COUCH and CHAIR, Victorian, beige with floral design. $2,200. COUCH, sectional, chocolate. $1,800. OBO. Both like new. 570-822-7884 ESTATE SALE LEFT OVER ITEMS Living room, formal dining room, miscellaneous, etc. 570-690-0221 (C)

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

WEDDING DRESSES, 20 new, 30 sleep wear & summer dresses, all for $550. 570 793-8158

LOVE SEAT, new condition, $165. 570-822-3082

506 Administrative/ Clerical

Part-Time Office Clerk: The Dallas Area Municipal Authority (DAMA) is accepting applications for an individual to perform general clerical work in the business office of the Authority. Duties of this part-time position include, but are not limited to, waiting on customers, answering the telephone, processing payments, preparing bank deposits, and various clerical related duties as directed by the office manager. Must be proficient in MS Word and Excel. Knowledge of Peachtree accounting system is a plus. Hours for this part-time position are flexible. Applications may be submitted Monday thru Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm at the business office of the DAMA, located at 530 South Memorial Highway, Shavertown, PA 18708, or downloaded from DAMA’s website at www.damaonline.org. Applications must be received at DAMA no later than 4:00 pm on Monday, December 19, 2011. DAMA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Accounting/ Finance

554

Production/ Operations

Inserter/Packager Immediate Need The Times Leader has immediate openings for Day & Night Shifts, part time Inserter/Packager for our Packaging Department. Experience preferred, but will train the right candidate. This position reports directly to the Packaging Supervisor.

503

Accounting/ Finance

Duties include but are not limited to: • Opening of insert skids • Feeding of circulars into assigned hoppers • Stackdown of ROP • Clean up of Packaging Department at the end of assigned shift Employees must be able to work flexible hours, be able to lift at least 25 lbs. and have own vehicle. Pre-employment drug screening and background check required. Interested candidates should send letter of interest, resume and salary history to:

Part-Time or Full-Time

Part-Time position: 16+ hours per week (flexible days/hours). Full-time position: 40 hours per week. Monday through Friday. Health Benefits offered. Job description: • Manage and process Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable. • Manage and complete reconciliation of multiple bank and credit card accounts. • Process and email Excel spreadsheet reports. • Answer and forward customer phone calls. Requirements: • Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Office. • At least one year of experience using Peachtree or Quickbooks. • Good grammar and communication skills.

Email resume to: nepabookkeeper@gmail.com 548 Medical/Health

548 Medical/Health

LPNS Part Time 11-7

At least 1 year nursing experience In SNF/LTC facility preferred

CNAS Full Time 7-3, 3-11 & 11-7 Part Time 3-11 & 11-7 At least 1 year experience In SNF/LTC facility preferred

Join Our Dedicated Team of Professionals!

The Times Leader Human Resources Department 15 N. Main Street • Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711 hiring@timesleader.com No Telephone Calls Please!

Call 877-339-6999 x1 or 570-735-29773 Email Jobs@horizonhrs.com Don’t forget to ask about our amazing pay rates and benefits package!

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

THE TIMES LEADER

Autos timesleaderautos.com

Jobs

744

Furniture & Accessories

HEADBOARD, oak twin, $50. Oak night stand $50. 570-825-0569

MATTRESS SALE

We Beat All Competitors Prices!

Mattress Guy

Twin sets: $159 Full sets: $179 Queen sets: $199 All New American Made 570-288-1898 MATTRESS/ BOX SPRING: Brand New. PillowTop Queen Mattress and Box Spring! Still in bags! Must sell! $150. 570-280-9628 ROCKER swivel recliner made by Lane, burgundy, good condition $10. 570-735-6638 SCHOOL DESK, $15. 570-825-5847 SOFA Berkline, double reclining, excellent condition $400. 570-655-1508 TRUNDLE BED, complete set, Iron, $50. 570-779-5416

EDWARDSVILLE

HEATER: Edenpure Infrared $200. 484-239-8507

BOOKKEEPER

$415 Monthly Proﬁt + Tips

83 daily / 96 Sunday / 71 Sunday Dispatch

HELEN & ED’S CHRISTMAS TREE FARM

503

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

Exeter

Christmas Trees

Help Wanted

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.

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

DALE EARNHARD #3 SR. JACKET, black, size XXL, made in USA, Front has “Dale Earnhard #3 Heartbeat of American” (with Chevy symbol) embroidered, also some embroidery on back. New condition, $45. DOLLS. (3) Porcelain. Heritage collectibles. Still in original package. $20 for all. 570-235-5216

Appliances

Complete application in person 395 Middle Road, Nanticoke

745 Main Street, Apartment 5 Dec. 13, 14, & 15 5:30pm - 8:00pm Sun., Dec. 18 12pm-6pm Christmas decorations, plates, glasses, couch, TV stand, stereo, wooden stand. Not Handicapped Accessible.

UNIQUE HOLIDAY GIFTS

2011 Silver Eagles 2011 Holiday .999 Silver Rounds Proof & Mint Sets Estate Jewelry Rare coins from Ancient Rome to Modern Over 35,000 Vintage Postcards (many Holiday & Local) 100’s of Lead Soldiers & Sets Rare Books & Newspapers starting from the 1700’s (many of local interest) Original Artwork & Prints (we do custom framing) Original Movie & Circus posters Vintage Sports items & Pre1970’s cards Crocks, Jugs & Local Bottles

WE BUY

Gold & Silver

Coins & Jewelry

Highest CA$H Prices

HERITAGE GALLERIES 52 Carr Ave. DALLAS, PA

Across from Dallas Agway on Rt. 415 Look for blue & white signs TUES-FRI, 10-6 SAT, 10-5

674-2646

750

Jewelry

JEWELRY Armoire, flip top with mirror, 3 drawers, side storage, oak finish. $20. 570- 430-9231

756

Medical Equipment

WHEELCHAIR, folds for travel, $160. 2 potty chairs, bedside/commode, $60 each. Walker with two wheels $35. Tub chair $20, OBO. All excellent condition. Call for details 570-825-7156

758 Miscellaneous

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

570-574-1275 MODEL TRAIN display case 5 shelves 4 sliding glass doors 30 x 96 wall mount custom made excellent condition $450. 570-261-161 PAINTBALL GUN 98 custom tippman, 3 co2 tanks, cleaning kit, belt, 3000 paintballs. $100. 570-430-9231

TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com 758 Miscellaneous

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. PING PONG TABLE asking $25. Yale Safe, fireproof, 13x17.5 $50. 570-825-5847 TUB: cast iron claw foot, white, cast iron, 60+ years old old. 5’Lx16” deep $300. Men’s black leather ice skates size 10, ladies white leather size 8. $10. each. Christmas tree Pink for Breast Cancer 6’. white LED lights used 1 holiday sell $45. Seat covers genuine Sheepskin for bucket seats, both $45. 570-779-9464

Doyouneedmorespace? A yard or garage sale in classified is the best way tocleanoutyourclosets! You’re in bussiness with classified! 762

Musical Instruments

DRUM SET Sonor Force 1003 5 piece bass drum & pedal, 2 Tom Toms with double tom holder, snare, floor tom, all stands, drummer seat also includes zildjian high hat, crash & ride cymbals, all high end stands, have hardware, muffle pads & some cymbal cases, silver. $375. obo. 570-479-2322

PIANO Upright, Whitman.

Free. Good condition, needs tuning. Must pickup. 570-288-4242

533

Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair

766

Office Equipment

TYPEWRITER $80. 5 drawer file cabinet, side to side drawers, new $950 sell $450. 280-2472

776 Sporting Goods BINOCULARS. Lafayette, zoom, field, 5.5 degrees at 12x with case. Good condition. Bausch and Lomb, works, but in rough condition. $20 for both. 570-235-5216 SKIS/SKI BOOTS/ SKI POLES: SKISRossignol Rebel 177 with Salomon Series 7 bindings. $65. SKI BOOTSSalomon Optima 8.1 Exp. Mens size 8 $30. SKI POLES- $5. All items in very good condition. 570-287-1025

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780

Televisions/ Accessories

TELEVISION: 13” Color Magnavox TV. Great picture. $20. 570-288-7905

782

Tickets

BUS TRIPS

RADIO CITY MUSIC HALL CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR

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

COOKIE’S TRAVELERS 570-815-8330 570-558-6889

cookiestravelers.com

“Hugh Jackman Back on Broadway” Dec. 28th, 2pm Orchestra Seats 2 at $400. 570-417-5438

784

Tools

TOOLS. Craftsman, 10 in Radial Arm saw, 16” Scroll saw, 1.5” Circular saw blades, 4’ Level, 3+ inch Snips, 9 large metal files, large square, wire cutters and more. Moving, must sell. $140 for all. 570-235-5216

533

Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2011 PAGE 9D 815

796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise

PAYING TOP DOLLAR for Your Gold, Silver, Scrap Jewelry, Sterling Flatware, Diamonds, Old High School Rings, Foreign & American Paper Money & Coins. WE WILL BEAT PRICES! We Buy Tin and Iron Toys, Vintage Coke Machines, Vintage Brass, Cash Registers, Old Costume Jewelry, Slot Machines, Lionel Trains & Antique Firearms. IF YOU THINK IT’S OLD BRING IT IN, WE WILL GIVE YOU A PRICE. COME SEE US AT 134 RTE. 11, Larksville 570-855-7197 570-328-3428

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

The Video Game Store

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

VITO’S & GINO’S Wanted: Junk Cars & Trucks

800 PETS & ANIMALS 810

Cats

BUFFALO CREEK LABRADOR’S Pups. Males. Train-

ing started. Champion blood line. Excellent hunters & great pets! (570) 490-1464

CHOW PUPPIES Sweet, affectionate,

CATS & KITTENS 12 weeks & up.

All shots, neutered, tested,microchipped

VALLEY CAT RESCUE

824-4172, 9-9 only

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Dogs

PAWS TO CONSIDER.... ENHANCE YOUR PET CLASSIFIED AD ONLINE 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.

BOSTON TERRIERS

loving puppies. Second shots & papers. $500/each. 570-466-2252

CHRISTMAS SHI-TZUS! Adorable puppies! Will be ready for Christmas! $550 570-401-3004

LAB MIX PUPPIES & COCKAPOO PUPPIES Well socialized.

Shots & dewormed. $125 each 570-259-8146

MECHANIC Hourly Position

Essential Job Functions: • Troubleshoot diagnose and complete all required repairs. • Perform Preventative Maintenance within Company Standards • Complete documentation of all repair, PM and parts used using a PC based maintenance system. • Perform road rescue as needed. • Maintain a clean & safe working environment in compliance with workplace safety rules and regulations. Requirements: • Valid Pa class A CDL drivers license. • Valid Pennsylvania state inspection license. • 3+ years Diesel mechanic experience. • Ability to comply with EPA and OSHA regulation as pertaining to shop and fleet. • Must have knowledge of computers. • Must have own tools. • Ability to read & interpret schematics and flow charts. • Section 608 and 609 certifications. US. Foods offers an excellent benefit package. Interested candidates should apply online at:

www.usfoodservice. com/careers

Rec# 11003863 or in person at US. Foods 13 Rutledge Drive, Pittston, PA. EEO/AA/M/F/D/V

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Production/ Operations

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Production/ Operations

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.

SAINT BERNARD PUPS ACA, wormed, shots. $550. 570-743-8049

ALDEN

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

YORKIES

Registered. Vet checked, home raised, sweet dispositions. Will hold until Christmas. Small, $750 to $850. 570-436-5083 570-788-2963

840

Pet Services

PET SITTING in your home! Also offer mid-day walks while you are at work. Reasonable rates! Call for more information: 570592-5362 or email: petsittertech@ gmail.com

545

Marketing/ Product

288-8995

WANTED JEWELRY

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

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

SMITH HOURIGAN GROUP 545

Marketing/ Product

Commodity Manager

(570)48GOLD8 (570)484-6538

Highest Cash Pay Outs Guaranteed Mon-Sat 10am -6pm Closed Sundays

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

This key position is critical to our expanding business. The Commodity Manager will report directly to the Director of Strategic Sourcing. Responsibilities include strategically implementing the use of suppliers to maximize savings, negotiating agreements with suppliers, maintaining metrics to measure supplier performance, and facilitating reverse auctions.

InterMetro Industries is an equal opportunity employer and strongly promotes diversity in the workplace.

IT/Software Development

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IT/Software Development

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IT/Software Development

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

BACK MOUNTAIN

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

BACK MOUNTAIN

Visit us at WilkesBarreGold.com Or email us at wilkesbarregold@ yahoo.com

554

Production/ Operations Cape Cod, with detached 2 car garage on 2 acres of country living! Dallas School District. $137,500 MLS# 11-4446 Call Christine Kutz Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

BACK MOUNTAIN Centermorland

or complete application at Sapa Extruder, Inc. 330 Elmwood Avenue Mountain Top, PA 18707 Attn: Human Resources E.O.E. NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE.

Other

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

Dec. 13: $1,672.50

Teresa.mandzak@sapagroup.com

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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

London PM Gold Price

FABRICATION COORDINATOR

Other

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

For immediate consideration, please visit the Emerson careers page at: http://www.emerson.com and search for InterMetro Industries (Metro) in the Company search engine.

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EARN $175.00 FOR YOUR OPINIONS

728837

We are inviting residents to participate in a group discussion concerning several local issues, to be held in Wilkes-Barre. There is no selling involved. We are only interested in your opinions. All participants will be paid $175 cash.

For more info call: Cathy @ 617-848-8070.

BACK MOUNTAIN

906 Homes for Sale

Buying?

906 Homes for Sale 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

Go to the top... call Jane Kopp 288-7481

Selling?

Call Jane Kopp Real Estate 288-7481 FREE MARKET ANALYSIS

400 Shrine View Elegant & classic stone & wood frame traditional in superb location overlooking adjacent Irem Temple Country Club golf course. Living room with beamed ceiling & fireplace; large formal dining room; cherry paneled sunroom; 4 bedrooms with 3 full baths & 2 powder rooms. Oversized in-ground pool. Paved, circular drive. $550,000 MLS# 11-939 Call Joe Moore 570-288-1401

DALLAS

BACK MOUNTAIN

Travel 10-15% expected. InterMetro Industries offers a competitive total compensation and benefit package.

Sapa Extruder, Inc., the world’s leading manufacturer in extruded aluminum is looking for a third shift Fabrication coordinator. This supervisory position entails direction of machine operators and related production operations, along with driving continuous improvement initiatives within the Fabrication Division. A thorough knowledge of Fabrication equipment and operations, precision measuring instruments, drawings, and specifications are required. Applicants must have five years experience in Fabrication or related supervisory position. Qualified applicants should submit resume with salary requirements to:

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ASHLEY

Beautiful 5 bedroom, 2.2 baths & FANTASTIC “Great Room” with built in bar, private brick patio, hot tub & grills! 4 car garage with loft + attached 2 car garage. Situated on over 6 acres of privacy overlooking Francis Slocum with a great view of the lake! Lots of extras & the kitchen is out of this world! MLS#11-3131 $625,000 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

The successful candidates should possess the following qualifications: • Bachelors degree • 5+ years relevant experience • Exceptional negotiating skills • Experience sourcing electronic components for manufacturing facilities strongly preferred • Experience with Oracle and reverse auctions a plus.

WILKESBARREGOLD

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

AVOCA

PUPPY FOR CHRISTMAS 7 months old, male,

white with brown ears & eyes, all shoots, cage included, $100. (570) 357-9513

906 Homes for Sale

900 REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

InterMetro Industries, a division of Emerson, has an immediate opening for a Commodity Manager, located in Wilkes-Barre.

PICKUP

Mechanic will be responsible for the repair and maintenance of the fleet road equipment including tractor, trailer, trailer refrigeration unit, convertor dolly and maintenance vehicles. Mechanics will also be responsible for the completion, documentation, and to keep current maintenance logs for all repairs and parts used daily. The position will also be required to perform road rescue as needed.

ASHLEY

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A.K.C. Registered. 7.5 weeks old. 2 males. 3 females. Beautifully marked. Parents on premises. $350/each 570-833-5262 Make perfect stocking stuffers!

Marketing/ Product

906 Homes for Sale

PITBULL/SHEPHERD Mix, FREE, male, 10 months old, brindle color, housebroken, very obedient, great with children, Catholic blessed. 570-825-4315 570-793-4929

Highest Prices Paid!! FREE

Dogs

529 SR 292 E For sale by owner Move-in ready. Well maintained. 3 - 4 bedrooms. 1 ¾ bath. Appliances included. 2.87 acres with mountain view. For more info & photos go to: ForSaleByOwner.com Search featured homes in Tunkhannock. $275,000. For appointment, call: 570-333-4024

DALLAS

BEAR CREEK

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

BEAR CREEK

$199,000 - 2 Story 3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home with 30x60 Commercial Garage on 9 acres in Franklin Township. Call Cindy King 570-690-2689 www.cindykingre.com

570-675-4400 DALLAS

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

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

DALLAS

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

Open floor plan, raised ranch. Newly rebuilt in 2009. Located in nice neighborhood close to everything! MLS# 11-2928 $109,500 Call Christine Kutz Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950 DALLAS

NEW PRICE!

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 $179,500 Call Jim Banos COLDWELL BANKER RUNDLE REAL ESTATE 570-991-1883

DALLAS School District

100% Financing Wooded and private Bi-Level in Dallas School District. This home features 1 car garage, 3 bedrooms, 1 3/4 bath and nice updates. Plenty of room on your private 2 acre lot. 100% USDA Financing Eligible. Call for details.

REDUCED PRICE $166,000 Call Cindy King 570-690-2689

www.cindykingre.com

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

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SCHOOL

DALLAS

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

DALLAS

BEAR CREEK VILLAGE 333 Beaupland 10-1770

100% Financing Wooded and private Bi-Level in Dallas School District. This home features 1 Car Garage, 3 Bedrooms, 1 3/4 Bath and nice updates. Plenty of room on your private 2 acre lot.100% USDA Financing Eligible. Call for details. REDUCED PRICE $166,000 Call Cindy King 570-690-2689 www.cindykingre.com

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DALLAS Living room has awesome woodland views and you will enjoy the steam/ sauna. Lake and tennis rights available with Association membership. (membership optional). Minutes from the Pocono's and 2 hours to Philadelphia or New York. $259,000 Maria Huggler C LASSIC P ROPERTIES 570-587-7000

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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

** 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

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* 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

DRUMS

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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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

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DUPONT

619 Foote Ave. Fabulous Ranch home with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, ultra modern kitchen with granite counters, heated tile floor and stainless appliances. Dining room has Brazilian cherry floors, huge yard, garage and large yard. Partially finished lower level. If you’re looking for a Ranch, don’t miss this one. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 11-4079 $159,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

DURYEA 167 Center St. 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath 2 story home with garage and driveway. Newer kitchen and bath. For more info and phot os visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3561 Price reduced $64,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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Main Street Commercial Excellent corner location. Approximate 200’ road frontage. 1st floor offices. Large 2nd floor apartment. Detached 3 bay garage. $225,000 Call Kathie

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DURYEA 314 Edward St

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

805-807 Main St. Multi-Family. Large side by side double with separate utilities. 3 bedrooms each side with newer carpet, replacement windows and newer roof. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 11-3054 $89,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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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

DURYEA

Single Family Dwelling

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

EDWARDSVILLE

192 Hillside Ave

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

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

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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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BLUEBERRY HILLS 108 Blackberry Ln. Newer construction, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, family room with gas fireplace. Formal dining room. 2 car garage, gas heat, large deck, above ground pool. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3858 $289,900 Call Lu-Ann 570-602-9280

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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

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1140 SPRING ST. Large 3 bedroom home with new roof, replacement windows, hardwood floors. Great location! For more information and photos visit: www. atlasrealtyinc.com. MLS 11-2636 $99,900 Call Tom 570-262-7716

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Vinyl sided 4 bedroom spacious home with a great eat in kitchen, 1 3/4 baths & much more. Near the local schools. PRICE REDUCED $119,900 MLS# 11-1144 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950 EXETER

39 Prospect St • Nanticoke

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

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128 JEAN ST. Nice bi-level home on quiet street. Updated exterior. Large family room, extra deep lot. 2 car garage, enclosed rear porch and covered patio. For more information and photos visit: www. atlasrealtyinc.com MLS 11-2850 $179,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

311 Lockville Rd Stately brick 2 story, with in-ground pool, covered patio, finished basement, fireplace, wood stove 3 car attached garage, 5 car detached garage with apartment above. MLS#11-1242 $739,000 Call Joe or Donna, 613-9080

FALLS/MILL CITY

10 acres with gas lease. Out of flood zone. 3 bedrooms. 2 baths. Living room. Dining room. Family room. Kitchen. $130,000. 570-333-1456 Leave a Message

FORTY FORT 65 W Pettebone St.

Beautiful remodeled home in desirable neighborhood. 4 bed, 3 bath, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, deck, private driveway with 2 car garage A must see. $163,000 RENT TO OWN OPTION AVAILABLE 570-881-8493

3 Bedroom 1.5 bath ranch with new windows hardwood floors finished basement 2 car garage and a finished basement. MLS 11-3610 $154,900 Call Pat Guesto 570-793-4055 CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE PROPERTIES 570-675-5100

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310 Lockville Rd

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

HANOVER TWP.

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

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

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HUGHESTOWN

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

8 Diamond Ave. Don’t worry about winter in this fully insulated home with new windows. 3 floors of living space lets you spread out and enjoy this house. Large family room addition plus 4 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, 1st floor laundry, large corner lot. Modern kitchen with granite counters. For more information and photos visit www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS #11-622 $119,000 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

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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 HANOVER TWP.

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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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2 story in good condition with 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath, eat-in kitchen, 2 car garage, fenced yard & new gas heat. REDUCED TO $39,000 Call Ruth Smith 570-696-1195 or 570-696-5411

SMITH HOURIGAN GROUP

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

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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

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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

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

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 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

KINGSTON

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

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

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68 Bennett St

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LAFLIN 24 Fordham Road

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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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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

KINGSTON

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

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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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KINGSTON 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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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

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

Spacious 4 bedroom, 2 bath Brick “Cape Cod” with oversized 2 car garage with loft for storage. MLS#11-4162 $179,900 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

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

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

LAKE HARMONY

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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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

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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

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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

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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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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

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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

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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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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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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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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

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

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331 Gudz Road

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

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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

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MOUNTAINTOP

NEW LISTING Beautifully redone farmhouse with two 2 car garages, one with a mechanic pit, electric, water, and studio apartment above. New roof, furnace, well, wiring, kitchen, bath & hardwood floors. Beautiful views. NOT A DRIVE BY! $189,000 MLS#11-4420 Call CHRISTINE KUTZ Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

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

PITTSTON

10 Garfield St. Looking for a Ranch??? Check out this double wide with attached 2 car garage on a permanent foundation. Large master bedroom suite with large living room, family room with fireplace, 2 full baths, laundry room, formal dining room, vaulted ceilings throughout and MORE! For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 10-2463 $89,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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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

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

MOUNTAIN TOP PITTSTON 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

MOUNTAIN TOP

21 Forest Road Fairview Heights ranch featuring 3 spacious bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, fireplace, 1st floor laundry, floored attic with walk-in cedar closet, 2 car attached garage. Newer roof, furnace, water heater and more! Sellers are licensed real estate agents. MLS 11-3419 $172,500 Tony Desiderio 570-715-7734 Century 21 Smith Hourigan Group 570-474-6307

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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

130 CHURCH ROAD The feel of a true colonial home with double entry doors off the foyer into the living room and dining room. Spacious kitchen breakfast area, family room leading to a fenced rear yard. 3-season room with cathedral ceiling. Hardwood floors, fireplace, recently remodeled 2.5 bath and 2-car garage. Located on 3.77 acres, all the privacy of country living yet conveniently located. MLS#11-2600 PRICE REDUCED $183,900 Jill Jones 696-6550

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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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44 Lambert Street

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Beautiful cozy home! Upstairs laundry, lots of closet space. Tastefully renovated. Extra large driveway. Low maintenance. Thermostats in each room. MLS#11-2210 $89,900 or $800/month (570) 885-6731 (570) 288-0770

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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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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

PITTSTON TOWNSHIP SUSCON AREA

New Listing. Wonderful home on a huge country size lot, in a private setting, just off the beaten path. Economical Dual heat system, central A/C plus ductless unit, Lower Level family room, detached 2 car garage, fireplace & a great view from the front porch! MLS 11-3733 $229,900 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

PITTSTON TWP.

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PITTSTON TWP.

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

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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

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

PLAINS

TOTAL BEAUTY 1 ACRE- PRIVACY Beautiful ranch 2

Large 4 bedroom, 1 bath home on extra deep lot wit frontage on 2 streets. Multi family unit (MLS #11-2244) next door also for sale. Possible commercial use with rezoning. $88,500 MLS# 11-2228 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

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3 unit income property on extra deep lot with frontage on 2 streets. Single family home next door (MLS#11-2228) also for sale. Possible commercial use with rezoning. $73,000 MLS#11-2244 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

KEYSTONE SECTION 9 Ridgewood Road

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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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

NEW LISTING 3 bedroom Townhouse in “Rivermist” with 2.5 bath, 1 car garage & all new carpeting & painted interior throughout! MLS#11-3153 $184,500 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

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

PLAINS

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

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SHAVERTOWN

SWOYERSVILLE

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

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

401 W. Shawnee Ave 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 PRINGLE 372 Hoyt Street

This two story home has 4 bedrooms with space to grow. First floor has gas heat and second floor has electric heat. Off street parking for one in back of home. MLS 11-640 $59,900 Call Karen Coldwell Banker Rundle Real Estate 570-474-2340

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 $174,900. Call Brian 570-613-9080

SCRANTON RUNDLE STREET

ZONE 46-48 Helen Street

Well Maintained Double Block on Quiet Street, Great Neighborhood. Perfect Home For You With One Side Paying Most of Your Mortgage, Or Would Make A Good Investment, WIth Separate Utilities And Great Rents. Newer Roof, Vinyl Replacement Windows,Vinyl Aluminum Siding, Walk-Up Large Attic From One Side, Lower Front And Rear Porches, With Two Rear Upper Closed In Porches. $124,900 Call Ronnie 570-262-4838

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SHAVERTOWN

PRINGLE

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PLAINS

PLAINS 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

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Nice ranch in very well maintained, quiet neighborhood with finished basement, hardwood floors, and big, fenced back yard with deck. $109,900 MLS# 11-4025 Joseph P Gilroy Real Estate (570) 288-1444 Ask for Holly Kozlowski (570) 814-6763

Lovely 3 bedroom 2400 sf Cape Cod with modern eat-in kitchen, large sunroom & family room. Master bedroom with master bath. Central air, gas heat & 2 car garage. Very well landscaped with beautiful paver sidewalks. Quiet neighborhood. Possible 6 month rental for the right tenant. $229,000 Call Ruth Smith 570-696-1195 or 570-696-5411

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Lovely Country setting for the cute BiLevel on 5.34 acres. Property features 4 bedrooms, 1.75 baths, living room, kitchen, family room & laundry room. Plus 2 car attached garage, 30' X 35' detached garage and 14' X 28' shed. MLS 11-1335 REDUCED $199,900 FIVE MOUNTAINS REALTY 570-542-2141 SHICKSHINNY 178 SWEET VALLEY RD

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

SHAVERTOWN

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

12 Windy Drive New construction in the exclusive Slocum Estates. Stucco exterior. All the finest appointments: office or 5th bedroom, hardwood floors, crown moldings, 9' ceilings 1st & 2nd floor. Buy now select cabinetry & flooring. MLS #11-1987 $499,000 Call Geri 570-696-0888

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

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

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

Aggressive Realty

570-233-0340 or 570-788-8500

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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

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

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

Lily Lake, 2 Circle Ave Charming & beautiful remodeled cottage on 1/3 acre landscaped corner lot. Approx 200 ft from lake - great view! 1,072 sf. Enlarged bedroom, bath & office. Shed. Choice of electric baseboard, wood or coal. Quiet, peaceful and serene neighborhood. Includes row boat & kayak. www.lakehouse.com Ad #250771 $110,000. Call Harold or April (570) 379-2909 WEST PITTSTON

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SHICKSHINNY

SHICKSHINNY 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

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

CROSSIN REAL ESTATE

SWOYERSVILLE

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

SHAVERTOWN

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

WAPWALLOPEN 359 Pond Hill Mountain Road

SHICKSHINNY 17 Main Road REDUCED

SHAVERTOWN

Well maintained raised ranch in Midway Manor. Good size level yard with shed. Large sunroom/laundry addition. Lower level family room with wood stove. MLS #11-4178 $163,700 Call Christrine Kutz Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

SWOYERSVILLE

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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

WANAMIE

Spacious 3 unit in very nice condition & has been owner occupied for over 40 years. 3 bedrooms each unit, vinyl sided and most all replacement windows, 2 furnaces, ample parking & a lot of old charm! Nice location on tree lined street. MLS#11-3253 $142,500 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

WEST PITTSTON

16 Miller St. 4 bedroom Cape Cod, one with hardwood floors. Central air, nice yard in Garden Village. For more info and photos visit: www. atlasrealtyinc.com MLS 11-3645 $129,900 Call Tom Salvaggio 570-262-7716

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950 Center St. Unique property. Well maintained - 2 story 10 year old set on 3.56 acres. Privacy galore, pole barn 30x56 heated for storage of equipment, cars or boats. A must see property. GEO Thermal Heating System.Only 10 minutes from interstate 81 & 15 minutes to turnpike. MLS#10-3802 $249,900 Call Geri 570-696-0888

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438 Tripp St

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

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906 Homes for Sale WHITE HAVEN 123 Fern Ridge Rd.

PRICE REDUCED! In Community of White-Haven Pocono's Nice bedroom, 2 bath ranch. Great vacation home or year round home. Community Lake & other amenities. Close to hunting, fishing, golf & skiing. close to Rte. 80. All offers contingent to bank short sale approval. $67,900 MLS# 11-765 Call Tony Wasco 570-855-2424 Trademark Realtor Group 570-613-9090

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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

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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3 unit commercial building with 2 apartments & a store front operation plus a detached 2 car garage. $68,700. MLS# 11-1724 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY, DEC 18 2 to 4 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. $114,900. MLS 11-2474 JANE KOPP REAL ESTATE 570-288-7481

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Great first home or down size. Nice clean move in ready no lawn work here. 2 car detached garage and best of all the Mortgage is probably lower than your rent payment. $52,500 MLS#11871 Call Tony Wasco 570-855-2424 Trademark Realtor Group 570-613-9090

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

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

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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116 Amber Lane Very nice Bi-level home with newer laminate floors, vaulted ceiling, 2 large bedrooms. Finished lower level with 1/2 bath and laundry room. Large family room built in garage, and wood pellet stove. No sign, alarm system. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 11-3290 $89,900 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

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49 Hillard St. Great 3 bedroom home with large modern kitchen. Ductless air conditioning on 1st floor. Laundry on 2nd floor. Nice deck and fenced in yard. Off street parking for 2 cards via rear alley MLS 11-2896 $85,000 Call Shelby Watchilla 570-762-6969 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 WILKES-BARRE 74 Frederick St

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

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

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WILKES-BARRE SOUTH

WYOMING

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

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WILKES-BARRE

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

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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WEST NANTICOKE

Huge Price Reduction!! Owner says SELL! Move right in to this 2-3 bedroom. Newer roof and windows & fenced rear yard. $24,900 MLS#11-3440 FOUR STAR MCCABE REALTY Call 570-674-9950

High on the hill with a country style porch. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, modern eat in kitchen with island. Gas fireplace, large foyer & office. MLS # 11-3717 $79,900 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950 WYOMING

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

WILKES-BARRE 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

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

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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

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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WYOMING 608 Wyoming Ave

Location, Location, location! Either you are looking to raise your family or just work from home this amazing brick ranch style property has it all. Zoned commercial, 3 very large bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths, full finished basement, library room, oversized living room, formal dining room and so much more. You have to see it to appreciate. Call today for a private tour of the property. 1 year Home Warranty. MLS 11-1870 PRICE REDUCTION!!! OWNER WANTS OFFERS $275,000 Call Tony Wasco 570-855-2424 Trademark Realtor Group 570-613-9090

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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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EDWARDSVILLE Very nice ranch on corner lot in great neighborhood & out of flood zone! Sharp hardwood floors in 2 bedrooms & dining room. Finished basement with 3rd bedroom. Relaxing flagstone screened porch. 1 car garage. One block from elementary school plus high school bus stops at property corner! MLS#11-3831 $139,500 Call Steve Shemo (570) 288-1401 (570) 793-9449

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New Listing. Beautiful home in “Willow View” that shows “Pride of Ownership” throughout! Spacious Florida room that leads to a private yard with extensive landscaping, brand new roof, 3 baths, 4 bedrooms, lower level family room & more! MLS 11-3714 $298,500 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

YATESVILLE PRICE REDUCED

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

YATESVILLE

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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KINGSTON

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 EDWARDSVILLE

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

“Great Business Location” $168,500 B-2 zoning, just off the Dallas Highway. 1st floor has 4 spacious rooms, stone fireplace & powder room & 2nd floor has 1 bedroom apartment with 1 & 3/4 baths. Ample paved parking area. Ideal for Nail & Beauty Salon, retail business or Professional office. Owners are PA licensed Realtors. MLS#11-4356 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

NANTICOKE

WEST PITTSTON 423 E. Church St. Great 2 family in move in condition on both sides, Separate utilities, 6 rooms each. 3 car detached garage in super neighborhood. Walking distance to college. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-1608 $123,000 Call Tom 570-262-7716

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NANTICOKE

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

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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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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 ATLAS REALTY, INC. 570-829-6200

P E N D I N G

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Wellness Center / professional offices. Lease Space Available. Brick/stucco facade offered on building exterior while interior features built-in offices with natural woodwork & glass. Modern style lofts allow for bonus interior space & warehouse space is offered as built to suit. -Spaces Available: 1200 sf, 1400 sf, 4300 sf Warehouse space, also offered as built to suit) -Custom Leases from $8.-$12./ sq. ft. based on terms. -Price/square foot negotiable depending on options. (ASK ABOUT OUR FREE RENT) -Property ideal for a medical, business, or professional offices. -100+ Parking Spaces. Call Cindy 570-690-2689

94 Church St. Spacious double block, one with one side owner occupied, 2nd side needs cosmetic care. Off street parking for 2 vehicles, walking distance to the downtown. Pool and patio deck. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 11-3292 $76,500 Call Bill Williams 570-362-4158

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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

Great Investment Opportunity. 2 Storefronts & attached 3 bedroom home all rented out with separate utilities. $125,000 MLS# 11-2185 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

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KINGSTON

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

Income & Commercial Properties

SHAVERTOWN

EDWARDSVILLE

FORTY FORT 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

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

909

NANTICOKE

KINGSTON

YATESVILLE

WILKES-BARRE

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

909

WYOMING

WILKES-BARRE

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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

WILKES-BARRE

WILKES-BARRE REDUCED

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

909

AVOCA

WILKES-BARRE

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WILKES-BARRE

906 Homes for Sale

185 West River St

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

906 Homes for Sale

TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com

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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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

PITTSTON

Township Blvd.

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

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

Stately brick building in Historic district. Wonderful 1st block S Franklin. Formerly Lane's. 5700sq ft + full basement for storage. Great professional space. Well maintained. Private parking & garden. MLS#11-345 $495,000 570-696-3801 Call Margy 570-696-0891

WILKES-BARRE

Centrally located, this triplex is fully occupied and has 2 bedrooms in each unit. Nicely maintained with one long term tenant on 3rd floor and off street parking. An annual income of $17,520 makes it an attractive buy. $79,000 MLS 11-825 Ann Marie Chopick 570-288-6654

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Income & Commercial Properties

WYOMING 14 West Sixth St.

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

WYOMING PRICE REDUCED!

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

912 Lots & Acreage

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

BACK MOUNTAIN 3.37 acre wooded

lot. Public sewer. Underground utilities. Close to 309. Asking $59,900 Call 570-885-1119 DALLAS

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

DALLAS

$600/mos + utilities. A 1 bedroom Studio, near Misericordia University. Security due at signing of lease. Private driveway. Call Bill Call (570) 690-2170

2396 Lower Demunds Road 2nd floor. 2 bedroom+ spare room, large living room and kitchen. Laundry room, upper back deck with yard. Off street parking. Tenant pays utilities and garbage. First, last, security. $550/mo 570-956-7571

DALLAS Large 3 bedroom

SHAVERTOWN LAND Harford Ave.

2nd floor. No pets. Off street parking. Call Joe 570-881-2517

WYOMING COUNTY

Dallas, Pa. MEADOWS APARTMENTS 220 Lake St. Housing for the elderly & mobility impaired; all utilities included. Federally subsidized program. Extremely low income persons encouraged to apply. Income less than $12,400. 570-675-6936, 8 am-4 pm, Mon-Fri. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE

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

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

ASHLEY PARK 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

WE BUY HOMES 570-956-2385 Any Situation

New Goss Manor lots. Prices ranging from $59,900 to $69,900. Public water, sewer, gas & electric available. Call Kevin Smith 570-696-1195 or 570-696-5420

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DALLAS

915 Manufactured Homes 912 Lots & Acreage

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WE BUY HOUSES 570-472-3472

DUMORE

Two bedroom 1 bathroom apartment on Apple St. $600/month + utilities. Available 1/15. (570) 815-5334

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

Senior Apartments

222 SCHOOLEY AVE. EXETER, PA Accepting applications for 1 bedroom apartments. Quality apartments for ages 62 and older. Income limits apply. Rent only $450 month. *Utilities Included *Laundry Facilities *On Site Management *Private parking 570-654-5733 Monday - Friday 8am-12pm. Equal Housing Opportunity

EXETER of flood area.

Out 100x125ft. All utilities in place. Building moratorium does not apply to this lot. $45,000 reduced to $42,000 Call 570-655-0530

HARDING Mt. Zion Road

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

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570-675-4400

LAFLIN Lot#9 Pinewood Dr

BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME one of the last

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

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Apartments/ Furnished

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

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

Fully furnished luxury executive apartment with new leather furniture. TV included. Full kitchen. New bedroom set. Water & sewer included. $700 / month. Call 570-371-1615

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Apartments/ Unfurnished

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 1 bedroom.

Heat & Appliances. $550/ month. 570-574-2588

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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 1 bedroom, excel-

lent 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

HANOVER TWP.

1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 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.

Beautiful 2 bedroom, 2nd floor apartment with modern kitchen, refinished hardwood floors throughout, gas heat, $550/ month + security. All utilities by tenant. Call Lynda 570-262-1196

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

Apartments/ Unfurnished

HANOVER TWP. TOWNHOUSE

2 bedrooms, refrigerator, stove & dishwasher, European tile kitchen & bath. Parking, A/C, cathedral ceilings, fireplace, deck. $725/month. Call 570-650-0278

HANOVER TWP. Newly remodeled

large 2nd floor 1 bedroom apartment with hardwood floors. $750/month + utilities. Call John Thomas 570-287-1196 or 570-714-6124

SMITH HOURIGAN GROUP

HANOVER TWP.

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HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

Apartments Available KINGSTON, 1 & 2 bedroom units PLAINS, large 2 bedroom with bonus room PLAINS, efficiency 1 bedroom WILKES-BARRE, 1/2 double with 4 bedrooms WILKES-BARRE, 2 bedroom duplex building All Include: Appliances, Carpeting, Maintenance. Lease, Credit Check & References Required.

570-899-3407 Tina Randazzo Property Mgr

KINGSTON

56 Pulaski Street Totally renovated, energy efficient, single family rental. 2 bedrooms, full bath, off-street parking. Cathedral ceiling in bedrooms, wall-towall carpeting and large closets. Modern kitchen with granite countertops, ceramic tile floor. Brand new stainless steel appliances, 1st floor full bath with granite sink and tile floor. Living room with wall-to-wall. Recessed lighting. Washer/dryer hookup. MLS#11-3429 $800. Per Month Craig Yarrish 570-696-6554

HARVEYS LAKE

1 bedroom, LAKE FRONT apartments. Wall to wall, appliances, lake rights, off street parking. No Pets. Lease, security & references. 570-639-5920

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HUDSON 2 bedrooms,

1 bath, refrigerator & stove, washer /dryer hookup, full basement, no pets, $625/month, water & sewer paid, security. 570-829-5378

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KINGSTON

Attractive / quiet neighborhood near Kingston Pool. Charming 2 bedrooms + sunroom, oak kitchen, dishwasher, fridge, disposal, washer/ dryer, a/c, basement, garage. Water & Sewer included. No pets. $575 + gas/electric, security, references & lease. 570-466-8041

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KINGSTON

PECKS COURT New Construction. 2 bedroom luxury apartment. Appliances, heat, sewer & garbage included. $800/month. Call 570-441-4101

KINGSTON

1 bedroom, 2nd floor, living room & modern eat in kitchen. Electric heat. $400 + security. All utilities by tenant. Ready now. Call Lynda (570) 262-1196

Private garage & ultra modern state of the art apartment with washer/dryer, air, new carpeting $730 + utilities. 570-881-4993

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Recently remodeled 2nd floor, 2 bedroom. Heat & hot/ cold water included. Small, 3rd room. No pets. $700 + security. Call Sam 570-817-4488

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KINGSTON

1 bedroom. Available now. $425 + security & electric. Call 570-829-0847

KINGSTON

131 S. Maple Ave. 3 room apartment 2nd floor. Heat & hot water included. Coin Laundry. Off street parking. No pets/smoking. $600 570-288-5600 or 570-479-0486

KINGSTON

565 Rutter Avenue 3 bedrooms, living, dining & family rooms, 1 new bath, all appliances, A/C, new carpeting & paint, off street parking, heat and hot water included, front & rear porches. No pets, no smoking. $850/per month & security deposit. Personal & credit references required. Call 570-287-4234

KINGSTON

KINGSTON Recently renovat-

ed 2 bedroom. Living room & dining room. Convenient off street parking. All new appliances. Water & sewer included. $565 + utilities, security & references. No pets. Call 570-239-7770 KINGSTON

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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

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Apartments/ Unfurnished

KINGSTON

Spacious 2nd floor, 2 bedroom. 1 bath. Newly remodeled building, Living room, Dining room, eat-in Kitchen, private front balcony, off street parking, all appliances, including washer/dryer. Available 1/1/12. $650 + utilities. No pets, no smoking. 570-814-3281

KINGSTON

Spacious 3rd floor, 2 bedrooms, porch, off street parking. Heat & water included. New fridge & stove. Pet Friendly. $550 + security. Call 570-287-5282

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

Small efficiency with 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.

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

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Apartments/ Unfurnished

MOUNTAINTOP

1 bedroom, 1 bath, all appliances provided, washer/dryer hookup, off-street parking, no pets. $700/month, utilities included. Security deposit and lease. 570-678-7801

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

NANTICOKE

2nd Floor apartment for a tenant who wants the best. Bedroom, living room, kitchen & bath. Brand new. Washer/dryer hookup, air conditioned. No smoking or pets. 2 year lease, all utilities by tenant. Sewer & garbage included. Security, first & last month’s rent required. $440.00 570-735-5064 NANTICOKE

3 BEDROOM 1/2 DOUBLE

Washer/dryer hookup. Off street parking: Garage & yard $640.+ utilities. Now accepting section 8. 570-237-5823 for appointment

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NANTICOKE

Nice clean 1 bedroom. Heat, hot water, garbage fee included. Stove, fridge, air-conditioning, washer/dryer availability. Security. $525 per month Call (570) 736-3125

MOUNTAIN TOP

Centrally located 1 bedroom, washer/dryer hookup in basement, off-street parking, no pets, yard. $500/month, + security deposit. Tenant pays electric & water. 570-474-0388

Apartments/ Unfurnished

NANTICOKE

Very clean, nice, 2 bedroom. Water, sewer, stove, fridge, Garbage collection fee included. W/d availability. Large rooms. Security, $535/mo. 570-736-3125

PARSONS

2nd floor. Newly remodeled. No pets. Off street parking, $400 + security. Employment verification. Ready now. Call 570-466-4619

PITTSTON

1 bedroom, includes, fridge, stove, heat, garbage stickers. Off street parking avail. $400/month plus security 570-388-2271

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PITTSTON

2nd floor, 1 bedroom, 1 bath, with office. Not in flood zone! Garbage, sewer & appliances included. Pets negotiable. $505/month, + security & lease. 570-574-8179 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 PLAINS 1st floor. Modern 2 bedroom. Kitchen with appliances. All new carpet. Convenient location. No smoking. No pets. $550 + utilities. 570-714-9234

PLAINS

2 bedroom, heat, hot water, water & sewer included. $625/month. Call (570) 905-0186

PLAINS

Large 2 bedroom, eat-in kitchen, off street parking for 4 cars, small pets ok, large fenced in yard. $600/month includes water & sewer. Security required. Call Tom at 570-574-6261

SHAVERTOWN

One or 2 bedroom apartment for rent. Heat included. Laundry facilities, Off-street parking, No Pets. Call 570-675-3904

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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

FALLS

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

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CALL AN EXPERT

EXETER

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

Apartments/ Unfurnished

HANOVER TWP.

EXETER

Call for appointment

SMITH HOURIGAN GROUP

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Building & Remodeling

1024

Building & Remodeling

1057Construction & Building

1st. Quality Construction Co.

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

Senior Citizens Discount! State Lic. # PA057320

570-299-7241 570-606-8438

Looking for Work? Tell Employers with a Classified Ad. 570-829-7130 ALL OLDER HOMES SPECIALIST 825-4268. Remodel / Repair Masonry, stucco, & concrete

Call the Building Industry Association of NEPA to find a qualified member for your next project. call 287-3331 or go to

www.bianepa.com

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

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

GARAGE DOOR Sales, service,

STORM OR FLOOD DAMAGE?? HUGHES Construction

ROOFING, Home Renovating. Garages, Kitchens, Baths, Siding and More! Licensed and Insured. FREE ESTIMATES!! 570-388-0149

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Chimney Service

A-1 1 ABLE CHIMNEY Rebuild & Repair Chimneys. All types of Masonry. Liners Installed, Brick & Block, Roofs & Gutters. Licensed & Insured 570-735-2257

CAVUTO CHIMNEY SERVICE

& Gutter Cleaning Free Estimates Insured 570-709-2479

CHIMNEY REPAIRS Parging. Stucco.

Stainless Liners. Cleanings. Custom Sheet Metal Shop. 570-383-0644 1-800-943-1515 Call Now! COZY HEARTH CHIMNEY Chimney Cleaning, Rebuilding, Repair, Stainless Steel Lining, Parging, Stucco, Caps, Etc. Free Estimates Licensed & Insured 1-888-680-7990 570-840-0873

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

PRICEFullCONSTRUCTION Service

General Contractor BASEMENT > ROOFING > KITCHENS > REMODELING > BATHROOMS

LJPconstructioninc.com 570-840-3349

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Dry Wall

DAUGHERTY’S DRYWALL INC.

Remodeling, New Construction, Water & Flood Repairs

570-579-3755 PA043609

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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

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Excavating

MODULAR HOMES/EXCAVATING

570-332-0077 Custom excavating, foundations, land clearing, driveways, storm drainage, etc.

1129 Gutter Repair & Cleaning Professional Window & Gutter Cleaning Gutters, carpet, pressure washing. Residential/commercial. Ins./bonded. Free est. 570-283-9840

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Handyman Services

DOPainting, IT ALL HANDYMAN drywall,

plumbing & all types of interior & exterior home repairs. 570-829-5318 Electrical, Plumbing, Carpentry, Painting Attic & Basement Cleanup. Call Rick 570-287-0919

FLOOD VICTIMS CONSTRUCTION & DEMOLITION FOR

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Hauling & Trucking

AA1AAlways C L E Ahauling, NING

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

Running your own business? Spread the word with an ad here! 570-829-7130 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

CALL

LICENSED GENERAL CONTRACTOR Plumbing, heating electrical, painting, roofs, siding, rough & finished carpentry. Call anytime. 570-852-9281

Mark’s Handyman Service

Give us a call

We do it all! Licensed & Insured

570-578-8599

RUSSELL’S

Property & Lawn Maintenance LICENSED & INSURED Carpentry, painting & general home repairs. Now save for Spring Lawncare! 570-406-3339

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

CASTAWAY HAULING JUNK REMOVAL

823-3788 / 817-0395

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Insurance

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Painting & Wallpaper

NEPA LONG TERM JASON SIMMS PAINTING 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

1189 Miscellaneous Service

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

Interior/Exterior Free Estimates 21 Yrs. Experience Insured (570) 947-2777

M. PARALIS PAINTING

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

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Plumbing

BERNIE THE PLUMBER

& HOME BUILDER “SAME DAY SERVICE” Why Pay more? Interior & exterior. We do hardwood floors, furnaces, water heaters - all your home remodeling needs. Pay when you’re pleased. All work guaranteed. Free Estimates. 570-899-3123

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Plumbing & Heating

NEED FLOOD REPAIRS?

FREE PICKUP

Boilers, Furnaces, Air. 0% Interest 6 months. 570-736-HVAC (4822)

288-8995

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Movers

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

Roofing & Siding

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Apartments/ Unfurnished

SWOYERSVILLE

2nd floor, 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, carpeting, all appliances, washer/dryer, off-street parking, no pets. Water & hot water included. Gas heat paid by tenant. $475/month + security & lease. Call 570-675-7836

SWOYERSVILLE Modern 1 bedroom,

1st floor. Quiet area. All appliances included, coin-op laundry. Off street parking. No pets. $430. Water/sewer included. Security & references. Call 570-239-7770

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

W. WYOMING 2nd floor. 2 bed-

room. Appliances. Enclosed porch. 2 car garage. $600/ month + security and utilities. No pets. No smoking. Call (570) 333-4363

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

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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

3 bedrooms, 1 bath, refrigerator, stove & dishwasher, washer/dryer hookup, off-street parking, pets ok with fee, $650/ month, plus security and utilities. Call 570-650-1575

WILKES-BARRE

83 W. Chestnut St Freshly painted 3 bedroom. Clean and neat. Pets OK. $500 + first, security, utilities & references. 570-223-6252

WILKES-BARRE

Clean, 2 bedroom, duplex. Stove, hookups, parking, yard. No pets/no smoking. $475 + utilities. Call 570-868-4444

WILKES-BARRE For lease, available December 5th. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath room, refrigerator and stove provided, washer/dryer hookup, no pets, $400/per month, plus utilities, $200/security deposit. Call

AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY Clean 1 bedroom, 2nd floor. Washer/ dryer hookup. Water & sewer included. $550/mo. + utilities, security & references. Call (570) 947-8073

(570) 688-4925

WEST PITTSTON

Super Clean, remodeled compact 3 rooms, laundry, appliances, off street parking 1 car. $470 + utilities. EMPLOYMENT, CREDIT, LEASE REQUIRED. NO PETS/SMOKING.

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

West Pittston, Pa. GARDEN VILLAGE APARTMENTS 221 Fremont St. Housing for the elderly & mobility impaired; all utilities included. Federally subsidized program. Extremely low income persons encouraged to apply. Income less than $12,400. 570-655-6555, 8 am-4 pm, Monday-Friday. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE

WILKES-BARRE

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WILKES-BARRE

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57 Carbon Lane 1 bedroom, 2nd floor. Wall to wall carpet. eat in kitchen with appliances, off street parking, rear porch. $395 + utilities & security. 570-814-1356 WILKES-BARRE

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

WILKES-BARRE 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

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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 NORTH 2 bedroom. Includes heat, hot and cold running water. Off street parking. Security required. Background check. $545 For appointment call: 570-814-3138

WILKES-BARRE NORTH 723 N. Main St.

1st floor, Very large 1 bedroom, 1.5 bath, eat-in kitchen with appliances, $420 + security, no pets. Water included. Tenant pays gas & electric. Call 570-814-1356

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Street, Rear 1 bedroom, wall to wall carpet, new paint & flooring, eat in kitchen with appliances, enclosed front & back porch, laundry facilities. heat, hot water and cable included. $520 + electric & security. No pets. Call 570-814-1356

WILKES-BARRE SOUTH SECURE BUILDINGS 1 & 2 bedroom

apartments. Starting at $440 and up. References required. Section 8 ok. 570-332-5723

WILKES-BARRE Spacious 3 bed-

room. Newly renovated, freshly painted, nice neighborhood. Appliances. New washer/dryer and new floor covering. $700 plus utilities, references, credit and background check. Smoke Free. Call 570-881-0320

WILKES-BARRE

Spacious, newly renovated 2 bedroom. Nice neighborhood. Freshly painted. With appliances & new washer / dryer. New floor coverings. $650 + utilities, references, credit and background check. Smoke Free. 570-881-0320

WILKES-BARRE

Three room, one bedroom, all freshly painted with new flooring throughout. Includes stove, washer & dryer in laundry area and off street parking in private, well-lit lot. Water and sewer included, electricity by tenant. $460/ month. Security, application, references and lease required. No smokers, No pets. Call 570-814-9574

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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 KINGSTON 2 bedroom water included McDermott & McDermott Real Estate Inc. Property Management 570-821-1650 (direct line) Mon-Fri. 8-7pm Sat. 8-noon

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AVAILABLE NOW!! Recently renovated, spacious, wood floors, all kitchen appliances included, parking available. $500 + utilities Call Agnes 347-495-4566

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Commercial Properties

WYOMING

Updated 1 bedroom. New Wall to wall carpet. Appliances furnished. Coin op laundry. $550. Heat, water & sewer included. Call 570-687-6216 or 570-954-0727

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Commercial Properties

Center City WB

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

COURTDALE

Ideal for Vet Office

COMMERCIAL LEASE 1000 SF - 5000 SF Space Available. 5000 SF Warehouse Space with loading docks, office, heat, and plumbing. $4 $12 yr/sf + NNN, lease negotiable. Call Cindy King 570-690-2689 www.cindykingre.com

570-675-4400

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

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

Half Doubles

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

MAIN ST., LUZERNE 2nd floor, approx. 2,300 SF, Private restroom & breakroom, off street parking. 570-288-1004

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EDWARDSVILLE

3 bedroom, new carpet & paint, fenced yard, laundry room, air. $550 + utilities, security & references. No pets 570-829-1768

FORTY FORT 1/2 double.

3 bedrooms. Stove, refrigerator, dishwasher. Washer /dryer hookup. Newly painted. Off street parking. $675 + utilities. 570-814-0843 570-696-3090

FORTY FORT

46 Wesley Street 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, all appliances provided, washer/dryer on premises, offstreet parking, pets ok, finished attic, $850/month, plus utilities. Call 570-650-0010

GLEN LYON

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.

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

SMITH HOURIGAN GROUP

PITTSTON COOPERS CO-OP

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

RETAIL/OFFICE 2,000 sq building for

rent on busy Rt. 309 in Mountain Top, across from Subway. Lots of parking, great visibility, Available immediately. $2,000/month + utilities. 570-430-0852

315 PLAZA

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

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, Rt. 11 (1/4 mile from proposed Walmart) For Sale or lease. $96,000. 570-388-6669

Elegant Space Available

FORTY FORT

1188 Wyoming Ave Built in 1879 this prestigious 2,800 square foot space features high ceilings, ten-foot doorways, three large distinctive chandeliers, hardwood floors and three fireplaces. Other features: french doors, large well lit parking lot, handicap accessibility. Signage positioned on 179 ft frontage. Over 15,000 vehicles pass daily. 570-706-5308

950

Half Doubles

WILKES-BARRE

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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

950

3 bedrooms, wall to wall carpeting, laundry room, yard. $500 + utilities, security & references. No Pets. Call 570-592-3100

HANOVER TWP.

Completely remodeled 2 bedroom, 1 bath, wall to wall carpet. Stove, washer/dryer hook up. Off street parking. $750/month + first, last & security. Includes water, sewer & trash. No pets. No smoking. References & credit check. 570-824-3223 269-519-2634 Leave Message

KINGSTON

3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, new wall to wall carpeting, freshly painted, partial A/C, gas heat, large fenced in yard, walking distance to Kingston Corners. All appliances, off-street parking, no pets. $725/month, plus utilities, & 2 months security. Application & references. Call 570-639-4907

KINGSTON

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

LARKSVILLE

2.5 bedroom, freshly painted, stove, off street parking, washer/dryer hookup, dry basement. $525/month, + utilities & security. (570) 239-5760

LARKSVILLE

231 Nesbitt Street 3 bedrooms with stove & refrigerator, washer/dryer hook up, nice yard, off street parking. No pets. $525/ month + security. (570) 779-5910

LARKSVILLE

3 bedrooms, 6 rooms, Cherry cabinets, island, yard. Sewer, garbage included. Section 8 okay. $675 plus security. 570-262-0540

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

PLAINS

3 bedroom, fresh paint, new hardwood/tile/carpet, gas heat, new bath. Includes stove and fridge. $695/month plus utilities, security deposit and references Call Scott 570-714-2431 Ext. 137

2 bedrooms, 1 bath, refrigerator & stove, washer/dryer hookup, $450/month,plus utilities. Call 570-313-7701

WILKES-BARRE

3 bedrooms, newly remodeled bath, large eat in kitchen, washer/dryer hookup, fenced in yard. $750/per month, plus utilities, security deposit & lease.

570-820-7049

WILKES-BARRE

32 Riverside Drive Luxurious 1/2 double in landmark mansion. 5 bedrooms. Living room with fire place. Dining room. Kitchen with appliances. Large basement. 2.5 baths. Central Air. $975/month. Security & references required. Water and sewer included. Available now. 570-905-7334 570-825-0000 WYOMING 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, gas heat, new carpeting, range & laundry hook ups. Credit check required. $675/month + utilities & security. Call Florence 570-715-7737

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Private, 3 bedroom ranch, patio, porch, appliances, work shop. $830 + utilities & security. Call 570-522-0084 DALLAS

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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

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NANTICOKE

2 bedroom Ranch, double lot, off street parking, fridge & stove included. Trash & sewer included. $550/month + security. No pets. 570-735-2207 muenchclifford@ yahoo.com

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PLYMOUTH

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

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2 bedroom, private setting with pond. 1.5 baths. Large kitchen with appliances, dishwasher & microwave included. Plenty of closet & storage. Washer/dryer hook up. Private drive. $1,200/month + utilities. Security deposit required. Call (570) 760-2362

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SWOYERSVILLE

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

2 HOUSES. Rent short term lease or lease to own. 3 bedroom incl. all appliances, 1.5 baths. 4 bedroom needs appliances. Full basement, gas heat, large yard, good neighborhood. No pets/ smoking. $800-$900/mo +utilities. Call for purchase details. First, last, security, credit check references. 570-283-1017

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DURYEA

Blueberry Hill Large 3 bedroom ranch with oversized garage. Large lot with pool. No Realtors. For more details. Available for lease or purchase for $339,000. Call 570-406-1128

KINGSTON

152 E. Bennett St. Large 3 bedroom, 1¾ bath. Eat in kitchen with appliances. Living room, dining room, gas heat. $750 + utilities

FORTY FORT

17 Durkee St. 3 bedroom, 1½ bath Kitchen with appliances. Living room, dining room. Washer / dryer. 1 car Garage. Hardwood. Parking. Yard. Patio. $800 + utilities. Joe 570-592-1606 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

Nice 3 bedroom ranch. Modern kitchen & bath, new flooring, finished basement, fenced yard, shed, off street parking & more. Pets OK! Small down payment. $975. Call 570-956-2385

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WEST PITTSTON SINGLE HOME FOR RENT 622 Foundry St.

For lease, available immediately, 3 bedrooms, 1 bath room, refrigerator and stove provided, washer/dryer hookup, no pets, Modern single family home in nice neighborhood. Serious inquiries only., $725.00/per month, plus utilities, $725.00/ security deposit. Call 570-239-4102

WEST WYOMING

Adorable, modern 2 bedroom, 1 bath home. Completely renovated, all appliances, off-street parking,$600/ month, + utilities & security deposit. Call 570-696-5417

KINGSTON

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PLYMOUTH

WEST PITTSTON

MAINTENANCE FREE! 2 bedroom. Off street parking. No smoking. $600 +utilities, security & last month. 570-885-4206

WILKES-BARRE 176 Charles St

TOWNHOUSE STYLE, 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath, Not Section 8 approved. $550/ month + utilities. References & security required. Available now! 570-301-2785

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

MOUNTAIN TOP AREA 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

Home for rent, new construction. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Full basement. 1 acre lot. 5 minutes from I-80 & Pa Turnpike. $1,250 + utilities. Call 609-929-1588

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KINGSTON HOUSE Nice, clean furnished room, starting at $315. Efficiency at $435 month furnished with all utilities included. Off street parking. 570-718-0331

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Beautiful 5 room home with Pool. Fully furnished. On canal lot. $600 weekly. If interested, write to: 120 Wagner St. Moosic, PA 18507

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