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U.S. TROOPS LEAVE IRAQ: Across America, families will have happy reunions with service people. But many others, like the Cleary family of Dallas, have suffered a loss that can’t be healed.

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Jack and Marianne Cleary, Dallas, hold up a portrait of their son, 1st Lt. Michael Cleary, during an interview with a Times Leader reporter. Lt. Cleary was killed during the war with Iraq.

Permanent wounds By BILL O’BOYLE boboyle@timesleader.com

DALLAS – Marianne Cleary never liked war. Since Dec. 20, 2005, she has despised it even more. That’s when her son, 1st Lt. Michael Cleary, 24, was killed in Iraq. Today is the sixth anniversary of Michael Cleary’s death. A platoon leader in the 3rd Infantry Division, Cleary led his unit to a bomb factory near Samarra, Iraq. The unit destroyed the factory and was

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returning from its mission when it was ambushed by insurgent forces. A roadside bomb was detonated. Cleary died as a passenger in a transport vehicle just 10 days shy of his return home. The day before his death, his fiancée, Erin Kavanagh of Dallas, had her bridal shower. While happy for the soldiers returning from Iraq and for their families, Marianne Cleary and her husband, Jack, a Vietnam veteran, have been permanently scarred by the war that

claimed their son’s life. Life, as Marianne says, “is different; a new normal.” “I think of life in two ways,” she said. “Life when Mikey was alive, and life after he was killed.” The Clearys, both 65, have four other children – Erin, 42, Shannon, 41, Kelly, 37, and Patrick, 34 -- and four grandchildren. “We lean on each other as a family,” Jack Cleary said. “We try to make life

By BILL O’BOYLE boboyle@timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE -- It’s taken eight years, but Debra Baker Wilgus is getting on with her life. Wilgus, widow of Sgt. Sherwood Baker, the first local soldier killed in the Iraq War, has remarried and she and her husband opened

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over,” Wilgus, 34, said. “It only stopped in Iraq; we’re still in Afghanistan. The guys might come home, but they might be deployed to Afghanistan next.” Wilgus said the Iraq War meant losses for her and her Baker son, J.D. Barre. “I lost my husband and “Honestly, I don’t think it’s J.D. lost his father,” she said.

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WASHINGTON — Partisan to the core, Congress careened toward a holiday-season standoff Monday on legislation to prevent a Social Security payroll tax increase for 160 million workers on Jan. 1. “It’s time to stop the nonsense. We can resolve these differences and we can do it in a way that provides certainty for job creators and others,” said Speaker John Boehner, R-Ohio. A vote was set for today for the House to reject a bipartisan two-month extension that cleared the Senate over the weekend and seek negotiations on a bill to renew the cuts through 2012. In an acid response, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid accused Boehner of risking a tax increase for millions “just because a few angry tea partyers raised their voices.” The Nevada Democrat ruled out new negotiations until the twomonth measure is enacted. That left the two parties approaching Christmas-week gridlock over an effort to pass core elements of President Barack Obama’s jobs proSee PAYROLL, Page 12A

Public defender says suit possible

Al Flora says he hopes to work out attorney staffing shortage with county officials. By TERRIE MORGAN-BESECKER tmorgan@timesleader.com

“The last eight years haven’t been easy; it’s taken me that long to move on with my life.” Just as Sgt. Baker told her to, she said. “I think about all the conversations I had with Sherwood and I remember most

WILKES-BARRE – Luzerne County Chief Public Defender Al Flora said he hopes to resolve serious staffing and funding issues within his department with county commissioners or the incoming county council, but hasn’t ruled out filing a lawsuit against the county if nothing is done to address the problems. Citing excessive caseloads, Flora on Friday announced that his office would limit the type of cases it accepts to homicides and certain other felonies, with some exceptions. Five people who sought representation Monday were turned away, he said. Each of the defendants was given a letter stating they were denied representation due to a lack of staff. It will be up county judges, led by

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State police still trying to learn woman’s identity

35-year-old mystery remains unsolved By EDWARD LEWIS elewis@timesleader.com

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EAST SIDE BORO. – Thirtyfive years ago today, a 14-year-old boy playing along the shore of the Lehigh River made a horrific discovery of a woman’s body, dismembered and packed into three suitcases scattered across the bank of the river. The woman – who was in her third trimester of pregnancy ready to give birth to a girl -- has never been identified. She is still known as Beth Doe by state police investigators. “Until we identify who she is, the case can’t be solved,” said state police Cpl.

Thomas McAndrew. State police believe the suitcases were thrown from the westbound Interstate 80 Beth Doe bridge that spans the river 150 feet below. Instead of hitting the water and being carried away by the current, the suitcases landed on the shore in Carbon County, just across the border from White Haven, Luzerne County. The impact of the fall broke open two suitcases, exposing the

woman’s head, torso and fetus. The third suitcase contained the woman’s arms and legs. Her nose and ears had been removed from her head. An autopsy revealed she was strangled and shot in the back of the neck, and had been dead less than 24 hours from the time the body was found at about 4:30 p.m. Dec. 20, 1976. She was dismembered with a fine, serrated tool. The forensic pathologist deterDON CAREY FILE PHOTO/THE TIMES LEADER mined the woman to be Caucasian of possibly Mediterranean State police Cpl. Thomas C. McAndrew, left, watches with other See DOE, Page 12A

officials as the body of Beth Doe is exhumed at the Laurytown Cemetery in Lehigh Township in 2007.

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White Christmas in area may be more than a dream By EDWARD LEWIS elewis@timesleader.com

People who believe Santa Claus’ sleigh operates best in snow will be encouraged by the weekend forecast. WNEP-TV Chief Meteorologist Tom Clark believes there is a chance of having a white Christmas.

“I have it up to 60 percent, a little higher than what it was a few days ago,” Clark said. A storm system that has yet to develop is expected to move across the country with a mixture of rain, snow and sleet expected here Saturday into Saturday night. For it to be an official white Christmas, Clark said, there must

be 1 inch or more of snow on the ground on Christmas morning. “Sixty percent chance, that’s being optimistic,” he said. Saturday’s expected storm will be the third in a one-two-three punchbyMotherNaturethisweek. The first storm will hit the area tonight with snow and sleet changing to rain and sleet when temper-

atures rise into the 40s on Wednesday. The second storm will bring rain, snow and sleet Thursday afternoon into Friday morning. The second storm will increase the probability of having snow on the ground on Sunday. Since 1960, there have been 14 Christmas days with either a trace or accumulating snowfall at the

Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport, according to meteorological records from the National Weather Service in Binghamton, N.Y. The greatest Christmas Day snowfall was 15 inches in 2002. The last year it snowed on Christmas was in 2003, when less than a 1/2 inch fell in the area.

Wyoming Area replaces Hazleton passes new budget longtime solicitor Hassey Vote to hire Jarrett Ferentino comes after a string of motions, executive session. By JANINE UNGVARSKY Times Leader Correspondent

EXETER -- A vote to replace the longtime solicitor to the Wyoming Area School District brought multiple counter motions and numerous audience questions Monday night as the board held its first regular monthly meeting since four new board members were elected in November. One of the board’s first actions was to replace Ray Hassey, who has served as the district’s solicitor for 12 years. As soon as a motion was made to appoint Jarrett Ferentino as solicitor, board member Gil Dominick countered with a motion to reappoint Hassey. That motion failed 4-5, with Dominick, John Bolin, John Marianacci and Deanna Farrell casting the yes votes and board President Frank Casarella, Vice President Estelle Campenni, Carl Yorina, Elizabeth Gober-Mangan and Mary Louise Degnan opposing. A succession of other motions followed, including one to appoint Hassey’s associate Mike Butera and another to table the motion to hire a solicitor until the position could be advertised. That last motion ended in a deadlocked voted, with Dominick, Bolin, Marianacci and Farrell voting to table; Casarella, Campenni, Gober-Mangan and Yorina voting against that, and Degnan abstaining because she needed more time to think about it. Casarella then called for an executive session, and when the board returned about 15 minutes later, Gober-Mangan made a motion not to table the vote. That motion passed 5-4 with Degnan now voting in favor of filling the position. A vote was finally taken on appointing Ferentino that passed 6-3, with Bolin, Dominick and Marianacci opposing. Board members who favored retaining Hassey cited his long record of service to the district and that he is a district resident and taxpayer, unlike Ferentino. Audience members also spoke in favor of Hassey and questioned the move, asking why Hassey was replaced. “I was raised that if something isn’t broke, you don’t touch it,” said Wyoming resident Carol DeSalvo. She said after reading a Pittston Dispatch article, she looked into Hassey’s record and was “appalled” and “disappoint-

“There’s more to this than just school law and having a firm like this will help us.”

ed” by the board’s action to replace him. Hassey was not present at the meeting, but in an earlier interview he took issue with the way the candidates were selected. “They interviewed 11 or 12 Board president Frank Casarella handpicked On hiring of new candidates and solicitor they set up an elaborate interview process, but the process didn’t live up to the transparency they promised,” Hassey said. Casarella said at the meeting that board members were asked to submit names of attorneys they knew who might be good candidates for the position, and acknowledged that he is “good friends” with Ferentino. All the candidates were interviewed by four board members using the same eight questions, and the final three candidates were so close they were brought back for a second interview by all board members before the final decision was made, Casarella said. Board members said Hassey was not one of the final three candidates. They also pointed out that since the solicitor is appointed, interviews aren’t required but were done to ensure the best candidate was selected. Ferentino, who is part of the firm of Pugliese, Finnegan, Shaffer and Ferentino, cited his eight years experience with prosecution, litigation and the resolution of state and federal lawsuits and said he feels very well suited for the solicitor’s position. Casarella said the experience Ferentino brings will help the district going forward. “Ray Hassey did a very good job, but we’re just looking at a different direction. There’s more to this than just school law and having a firm like this will help us,” Casarella said. A new “tweak” to the hiring process also raised questions when it was used for the first time. In the hiring of new guidance counselor Rob Yatsko, all candidates were assigned a number and board members did not know the name of the candidate they were selecting until a decision was made. Majority board members touted the new anonymous process as improving transparency.

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Amended version has smaller nue anticipation note. tax increase than original. Adjustments are made Rental ordinance also passed. Reducing the property tax By STEVE MOCARSKY smocarsky@timersleader.com

HAZLETON – City Council on Monday passed on first reading a controversial rental registration ordinance and adopted an amended 2012 budget with a smaller tax increase than the version passed 12 days earlier. The version of the $7 million city budget approved on Dec. 7 would have necessitated a 14 percent property tax increase, with the tax rate rising from 2.83 mills to 3.23 mills. That would have equated to another $20 in property taxes for a home valued at $50,000, given that a mill is a $1 tax on every $1,000 of assessed property value. Council members on Monday rescinded the final votes they cast Dec. 7 on the budget ordinance and voted 3-2 for a budget with a 9.9-percent property tax hike, which would tack on another $14 in property taxes to a home valued at $50,000. Council had to raise property taxes a minimum of 0.18 mills to cover an increased debt service payment necessitated when they borrowed $5.6 million this past summer, with $2.6 million going to pay overdue bills and the rest going to pay off the city’s 2011 tax reve-

hike was accomplished by reducing the general budget by $106,000. The revenue cut came from adjusting anticipated real estate taxes by $90,720 and anticipated parking meter revenue by $15,720. City Administrator Mary Ellen Lieb said she received a new total valuation for all properties in the city from the county, and that valuation decreased. She said the city would receive less parking revenue because of street construction on Broad Street. Most expenditure adjustments – $80,000 – came from cuts in worker’s compensation in the police, fire and public works departments. Another $10,720 came from false arrest insurance; the remainder came from the Engineering Department. Council members Jack Mundie and Evelyn Graham voted against the budget. Mundie said he appreciated the administration finding cuts that allowed for the smaller tax increase, but still thought the city should cut more. He also had a problem with the budget failing to reflect all anticipated revenue and expenditures. For example, the budgeted amount for police overtime did not reflect reimbursements the city receives from

federal programs, nor did the revenue side of the budget reflect receipt of any such reimbursements. Lieb said the amounts zeroed out, so their absence made no real difference in the budget. But Mundie said City Code requires all expenditures and revenues listed in line items, and the city auditor agreed. Lieb said future budgets would reflect that recommendation of the auditor. Concerns over rentals The rental registration ordinance, which earlier this year prompted concerns from landlords as well as council members, passed unanimously on the first reading despite a plea from the president of the local landlord association to reconsider because of potential litigation. The ordinance requires owners of rental properties to maintain at least $50,000 in liability insurance and hazard and casualty insurance to either restore or remove the building in the event of a fire or other loss; pay a $100 registration fee per building; and an annual inspection fee of $25 per unit. City Solicitor Chris Slusser said he was aware of no potential for litigation arising from the ordinance. Council is expected to vote on the second and third readings at the next meeting on Jan. 3 at 10 a.m.

Nuangola cuts budget by $48,000 Plan changed after some of income is called speculative by secretary-treasurer. By TOM HUNTINGTON Times Leader Correspondent

NUANGOLA – After a debate emanating along majority/minority lines, council voted Monday night to revise downward its 2012 budget from $230,075 to $182,125, and retain tax rates at 2011 levels. A majority led by council President Regina Plodwick and also consisting of Doug Fawbush, Ted Vancosky and Conrad Plodwick acted, at the recommendations of Melissa Weber, secretary-treasurer, to alter a budget that had been prepared by John Kochan, chairman of budget and finance. At issue is $52,775 in what was described as “bridge money” from a proposed $3 million loan from the Fulton Bank of Lancas-

ter to the sanitary sewer system project that is tentatively scheduled to start in the spring of 2012. Kochan included the funds as income in preparing his spending plan. “Sometime in 2012 we’re going to get a windfall,” he said. “It’s money we’re going to get.” Weber, however, had a different view, arguing “that’s speculative,” and as such, she, as the borough’s financial offcer, was being asked to submit to the state an unbalanced budget. “Harrisburg says we have to have a balanced budget,” she said. The majority of council, at Regina Plodwick’s lead, proceeded to make line-item changes that resulted in a spending plan of $182,125. Council unanimously passed tax rates of 0.444 mills on real estate, a $52 personal services tax, a 1 percent real estate transfer tax and 1/2 percent earned income tax. A mill is $1 in tax for every $1,000 in assessed valua-

tion. The debate continued when Rich Kresge of Quad 3 Engineers of Wilkes-Barre appealed for a payment of $200,000 from either council or the sewer authority, the only assurance he received was that council voted to have Kochan, as chairman of the authority, conduct a search for a bank loan or grant money and submit a report when council reorganizes in January. Kresge said his firm has been doing work for Nuangola since 2009 and it has yet to receive any payment. In fact, Kresge said that to proceed with the design currently in place, Quad 3 faces the expense of $18,000 in order to obtain permits from various government agencies. He suggested the project could be delayed if these permits are not obtained. In conversation about financial issues, it was noted that the authority has a fund balance of only $15.09.

Smith reelected as Wilkes-Barre CTC chairman By STEVEN FONDO Times Leader Correspondent

PLAINS TWP. -- The WilkesBarre Area Career and Technical Center Joint Operating Committee elected Gary Smith to continue as chairman for 2012 at the annual reorganization meeting on Monday night. Robert Raineri was chosen as vice chairman and John Quinn will serve as temporary board

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es. In personnel matters, the committee set the hourly wage for adult evening instructors at $28, and $26.50 for other instructors not included in the collective bargaining agreement. In other business, the 2012 committee calendar was approved with meetings scheduled on the third Monday of each month.

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questioning after recent incidents at CVS Pharmacy. Anyone with information about the three people is asked to call Wyoming police at 693-3620.

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Dedication for streets set

Mayor Tom Leighton will formally dedicate the streets at the Courtright Housing Development to honor the lifetime achievements and contributions to Wilkes-Barre and the North End by several notable members in the community’s history. The ceremony will be today at 3 p.m. at the development on Courtright Street in the North End section. The official streets of the Courtright Housing Development are McGowan Street, Morris Lane, Atkins Lane and Lace Mill Lane. The public is invited.

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The number of layoffs necessary under the 2012 Luzerne County budget proposed by outgoing commissioners is subject to debate. Commissioner Chairwoman Maryanne Petrilla estimated 60 layoffs when she was pressed to provide a number by home rule consultant Ken Mohr during a Monday night budget-briefing session with some members of the County Council-elect. But former county budget/finance chief Tom Pribula, who was in the audience, said after the session that her estimate is inaccurate because it only factored in the $3.5 million in cuts

from this year’s $125.2 million budget to next year’s proposed $121.7 million budget. Next year’s budget must also absorb about $4.2 million in spending increases for debt repayments and costs associated with workers’ compensation, for a total $7.7 million hit, Pribula said. The county uses a $50,000 estimate per employee to calculate how many workers would have to be laid off, and it would amount to about 150 with reductions totaling $7.7 million, said Pribula, who has applied for the permanent and interim county manager and budget/finance division chief positions under home rule. The council-elect will have until Feb. 15 to exercise an option to amend the budget. A tax increase would likely be the only option for the new council to avoid significant cuts because commissioners have said

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County Councilman-elect Jim Bobeck, at left, reviews documents as commissioners Thomas Cooney and Maryanne Petrilla listen to comment Monday at the county courthouse.

they’ve already scraped together all attainable revenue. Petrilla said during the budget briefing that the number of layoffs could be reduced by re-

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tirements. Three employees have recently retired, but the number could increase to about 10 because “many” others have been inquiring about retiring,

she said. Several members of the council-elect also responded to a request from row officers and the public defender to meet after the commissioner budget briefing to discuss their concerns about budget cuts, layoffs and the uncertainty surrounding the Jan. 2 switch to home rule. The council-elect members stressed that the manager – interim or permanent – will handle decisions about staffing, layoffs and daily operations. Directives will be passed to ensure essential duties are covered after several elected row officer posts are eliminated under home rule, they said. They advised row offices to come up with suggestions on how their offices could be merged and streamlined to comply with the new home rule structure.

Grooming business allowed to reopen Holly Crawford convicted of cruelty to animals in “gothic kittens” incident.

Borough council is accepting letters of interest for a representative on the Wyoming Valley Sanitary Authority board. Letters must be submitted before Dec. 31 to Exeter Borough, 1101 Wyoming Ave., Exeter, PA 18643. SCRANTON

Two to be sentenced

Two owners of a Kingston accounting firm who pleaded guilty to tax evasion will be sentenced on Jan. 11 in Scranton. Court papers filed Monday set the sentencing of Jerome Pinkowski and Christopher Wartella at 10 a.m. in the William J. Nealon Courthouse and Federal Building. IRS agents raided the firm in April 2010, and the two signed plea agreements last week to plead guilty to tax evasion. According to court papers, Pinkowski admitted he underreported wages of some employees to avoid paying employment taxes. Wartella admitted underreporting personal income. Pinkowski faces a maximum sentence of eight years in prison and a $500,000 fine. Wartella faces up to three years and a $250,000 fine. WILKES-BARRE

Riccardi request denied

A Luzerne County senior judge on Monday denied a request by a man convicted of first-degree murder to have a new trial or modify his life-long prison sentence. Senior Judge Joseph Augello, in a 48-page opinion, denied the several requests of Elvis Riccardi, 33, of WilkesBarre, convicted of the 2009 beating death of Donald Skiff, 34, of Plymouth, and sentenced to life in prison, plus 71 years on additional charges. In September, Riccardi filed court papers, asking for a new trial, acquittal or for his sentence to be reduced. Riccardi may now appeal his conviction and sentence to the state Superior Court.

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eople wait in line Monday to gain access to Our Lady of Hope Church basement in Wilkes-Barre for the annual toy drive distribution that is organized by Catholic Social Services. Every year Catholic Social Services teams up with the U.S. Marines’ Toys for Tots program as well as local parishes to collect toys for families in need.

cease operations at her April 2010 sentencing. Prosecutors say Crawford was charged after humane officers and state police searched Crawford’s home on By SHEENA DELAZIO Dec. 17, 2008, and seized sdelazio@timesleader.com three kittens with ear, neck WILKES-BARRE – A wom- and tail piercings. At least an convicted of cruelty to ani- one of the kittens had a ring mals in a case in which prose- on its tail used to prevent cutors say she pierced the blood flow, causing the tail to ears and docked the tails of fall off over time. Crawford then allegedly kittens will be allowed to reopen her pet-grooming busi- tried to sell the kittens on ness, a Luzerne County judge eBay, advertising them as “gothic kittens.” said Monday. Crawford said at the time Judge Tina Polachek Garof her sentencing tley said Monday in court papers that Prosecutors that she did not think what she was Holly Crawford, 36, doing was a crime, of Sweet Valley, will say she be permitted to reo- pierced the and that the actions would never happen pen her business, again. Pawside Parlor, but ears and Polachek Gartley that she must follow docked the said in court papers specific guidelines tails of kit- Monday that Crawthat include random ford’s business must inspections and tens. consist of a waiting proper licensing reroom and one other quirements. Crawford had been convict- room where pet grooming ed in February 2010 of one will take place; that there will misdemeanor and one sum- be random inspections by Lumary count of cruelty to ani- zerne County Adult Probamals and was sentenced in tion and Parole; and that if April 2010 to six months the department says the house arrest and 15 months premises are not clean and appropriate, probation offiprobation. In August, she was sen- cers can have the business intenced to three- to six- spected by a veterinarian. If the probation officers ormonths in jail after a violation of the terms of her pro- der an evaluation by a veterbation when she was charged inarian, business will cease with possession of a con- until the evaluation is comtrolled substance and drug plete, Polachek Gartley said. paraphernalia in Wyoming Crawford must also comply with licensing requirements. County. All of the conditions, the Crawford, who did not return messages seeking com- judge said, are part of Crawment Monday, was released ford’s probation. from prison on parole in November. Sheena Delazio, a Times Leader Polachek Gartley had or- staff writer, may be reached at dered Crawford’s business to 829-7235.

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Polls in Iowa and nationally show Gingrich ahead of Romney in the GOP race. By KASIE HUNT and SHANNON McCAFFREY Associated Press

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KABUL, AFGHANISTAN

Nighttime raid questioned

fghan President Hamid Karzai and NATO officials have clashed once A again on the issue of nighttime raids by

Western forces, this time over one that left a pregnant Afghan woman dead. A spokesman for the NATO force, Brig. Gen. Carsten Jacobson, said Monday that the commander of Western troops in Afghanistan, U.S. Marine Gen. John Allen, had met with Karzai over the weekend to express “deep condolences” over the woman’s death in Paktia province. The precise circumstances of the raid early Saturday remained unclear. Afghan officials in Paktia’s provincial capital, Gardez, said the woman was killed when U.S. and Afghan forces entered the home of the provincial head of counter-narcotics, an official named Hafizullah, who goes by one name. He was arrested along with two of his sons, said Rohullah Samon, a spokesman for the Paktia governor. The slain woman was Hafizullah’s wife, who was eight months’ pregnant, Samon said, adding that four other female family members were injured.

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Crime rates down, FBI says

The FBI said Monday that violent and property crimes reported to police continue to drop despite tough economic times. An FBI report states that violent crimes reported in the first half of 2011 were down 6.4 percent compared to the first six months of 2010. The number of property crimes, including burglary, larceny and vehicle theft, decreased 3.7 percent. The report is based on information from more than 12,500 law enforcement agencies. NEW YORK

Charges in burning death

A man accused of spraying gasoline on a 73-year-old woman and setting her ablaze in an elevator was charged Monday with murder and arson. Jerome Isaac, 47, was ordered held without bail in the death of Deloris Gillespie. His lawyer requested solitary confinement and medical attention. Isaac was often seen at Gillespie’s apartment doing odd jobs, and told police he set her on fire because she owed him $2,000, authorities said. “I know this is the defendant’s first offense, but the depravity of this particular single act is beyond my description,” Assistant District Attorney Kenneth Taub said.

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Women cry Monday after learning about death of their leader Kim Jong Il in Pyongyang, North Korea. Kim died on Saturday, North Korean state media announced Monday.

Kim’s death jolts region Communist ruler’s death without time to ease transfer of power raises questions about stability. By CHARLES HUTZLER Associated Press

BEIJING — It was the scenario strategists from Beijing to Washington worried about: Kim Jong Il of North Korea dies suddenly, before the isolated regime can complete a transfer of power to his young son and rejoin disarmament talks with the U.S. With news Monday of Kim’s death, the impoverished country known to be pursuing nuclear weapons plunged further into uncertainty, raising risks for the region. Neighbors worry that political maneuvering in Pyongyang could spill over into missile launches or other aggression, though analysts give such acts a low probability. Tens of thousands of American troops are stationed in South Korea and Japan in this heavily armed, jittery corner of the world. China wants to keep its socialist neighbor stable — and avoid a flood of

Pyongyang to suspend a uranium enrichment program, people close to the negotiations told The Associated Press. U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton said Monday the United States is still looking for better relations with the North Korean people despite the “evolving situation” there. Tentative reforms to build up its listless economy and better the lives of North Koreans — 3 million of whom or more than 10 percent of the population are underfed, the U.N. says — may also be put on hold. Kim’s death caught North Korea’s power brokers at a fragile time, in the midst of grooming his youngest son, Kim Jong Un, who is in his late 20s, to succeed him. Though the elder Kim had a stroke in 2008, hastening plans to find a successor, his health had seemingly improved, allowing him to travel more frequently, resume a more public role and prepare for a longer power transition like the two-decade-long one he enjoyed under his father. The two-day gap between Kim’s death Saturday on a train and its public announcement Monday underscored the government’s nervousness, analysts said.

Ex-Second Mile directors say they were never told 2002 incident involving Jerry Sandusky at issue. The Associated Press

STATE COLLEGE — Former board members of Jerry Sandusky’s charity say its CEO never told them about a 2002 shower incident that is the focus of child sexual abuse charges against the retired Penn State assistant coach. If they knew Sandusky had been banned from bringing kids on campus, they say they could have taken steps to better protect children a decade ago. “Not one thing was said to us,” said Bradley P. Lunsford, a Centre County judge

who served on the Second Mile board between 2001 and 2005. “Not a damn thing.” If more information had been given to board members, they “would have asked the follow-up question: Why? You don’t know? Who knows? Who can we talk to? Has this been reported to the police?” Lunsford said. Lunsford and four other former board members at The Second Mile point the finger at Jack Raykovitz, a close friend of Sandusky’s who ran the charity until resigning following the former coach’s Nov. 5 arrest. A former prosecutor, Lunsford said Raykovitz had an obligation to tell the board. One of Raykovitz’s vice presidents said

Raykovitz also shared little information with his managers about a 2008 sexual abuse complaint that led to the current criminal charges against Sandusky. And the head of Clinton County’s child welfare agency, where the 2008 investigation began, said he told Raykovitz’s wife in November 2008 that Sandusky had been spoken to about getting “too close” to children involved with the charity. The grand jury that charged Sandusky with 52 sexual abuse-related counts involving10 boys said the former coach “found his victims” through The Second Mile and committed many of his offenses inside Penn State football buildings.

Shiite-led Iraqi government seeks arrest of Sunni V.P. By QASSIM ABDUL-ZAHRA Associated Press

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The U.N. General Assembly signaled growing international opposition to Syria’s crackdown on civilians Monday, voting overwhelmingly to condemn human rights violations by President Bashar Assad’s government and calling for an immediate end to violence. The nonbinding resolution, sponsored by Britain, France and Germany, calls on Syrian authorities to implement an Arab League peace plan. It urges withdrawing government tanks from the streets, releasing political prisoners and allowing the entry of international observers. Syria’s U.N. Ambassador Bashar Ja’afari accused some sponsors of the resolution of trying “to destroy Syria” using “military intervention on the pretext of civilian protection.”

refugees — but also free from American and South Korean influence. “If you asked experts what could happen to bring the regime down, it would be the sudden Kim Jong Il death of Kim Jong Il. That has happened now,” said Victor Cha, a former U.S. National Security Council director for Asian affairs under President George W. Bush and now a senior adviser at the CenKim Jong Un ter for Strategic and International Studies, an American think tank. “We’re potentially at a watershed moment for the region.” Its politics opaque in normal times, Pyongyang is likely to slow decisionmaking, upending efforts to restart nuclear disarmament talks just as the U.S. and North Korea seemed on the verge of resuming them. After months of delicate discussions, Washington was poised to announce a donation of food aid this week followed by an agreement with

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Iraq’s Vice President Tariq al-Hashemi speaks in 2009.

BAGHDAD — Iraq’s Shiite-led government issued an arrest warrant Monday for Vice President Tariq al-Hashemi, the country’s highest ranking Sunni official and an outspoken critic of the prime minister, on terrorism charges. The move, a day after the last American troops left Iraq and ended the nearly nine-year U.S. war, signaled a sharp new escalation in sectarian tensions that drove Iraq to the brink of civil war just a few years ago. Interior Ministry spokesman Adil Da-

ham told reporters about the warrant and state-run television aired what it characterized as confessions by alleged terrorists held by the Interior Ministry who were said to be linked to al-Hashemi. They claimed they received orders from him to attack government officials and police officers. “An arrest warrant has been issued against Vice President al-Hashemi under the terrorism law and five judges have signed this warrant,” said Daham as he waved a copy of the order. On Sunday, judges investigating al-Hashemi’s bodyguards over the alleged attacks

banned the vice president from traveling outside of Iraq. Al-Hashemi and Shiite Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki are old rivals. Since the 2003 U.S.-led invasion that toppled Saddam Hussein and his Sunnidominated Baath party regime, the Sunni minority has constantly complained of attempts by the Shiite majority to sideline them. Al-Hashemi is one of the leaders of the Sunni-backed political bloc Iraqiya, suspended its participation in parliament on Saturday to protest the control of key posts by al-Maliki.

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WASHINGTON — Republican presidential hopeful Newt Gingrich is going after the conservative primary voters he needs to win in Iowa while chief rival Mitt Romney’s advantage in money and organization is allowing him to look ahead to the general election. With about two weeks left until voters begin assessing the GOP field, Gingrich Gingrich pressed his criticism of federal judges and the Supreme Court. Romney defended his public and private-sector record against likely Democratic attacks. Gingrich resumed campaigning Monday, with events planned in eastern Iowa, after taking the weekend off. Romney was appearing on “The Late Show with David Letterman.” Romney also announced another endorsement, from Sen. Mark Kirk. The Illinois Republican said America needs Romney’s “managerial talent, teambuilding spirit and hard-nosed sense of economic common sense.” Polls in Iowa and nationally show Gingrich ahead of Romney in the race for the GOP nomination to challenge Obama in November 2012. Gingrich has acknowledged that repeated attacks by Romney and others have taken a toll on his campaign. In a bid to stay out front, Gingrich is focusing on ideology as he courts the Iowa conservatives he needs to win the Jan. 3 caucuses and challenge Romney’s well-organized campaign in what could become a drawnout primary. Gingrich contrasted his endorsement by the “reliably conservative” Manchester Union Leader newspaper in New Hampshire with the decision by Iowa’s Des Moines Register, which has a more left-leaning editorial board, to back Romney. “I think that indicates who the conservative in this race is,” Gingrich said. The two have set up a choice for primary voters between a candidate, Romney, who hasn’t excited the conservative base but emphasizes his appeal to the independents needed to win the White House, or Gingrich, the candidate who sounds more conservative.

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Misericordia holds inaugural winter commencement Graduates encouraged to use qualities learned at school to make difference in world.

“Change is meant to challenge you, to make you stronger,” she said. “Your ability to adapt to changes and convert them into opportunities will put you in the driver’s seat to succeed.” She urged members of the class to never let fear hold them back from following their dreams. “Live life to the fullest and you will never have to worry about looking back and saying ‘I should have or could have -- you could say ‘I did.’”

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DALLAS TWP. -- Misericordia University has 163 new graduates after its inaugural winter commencement Monday in the Anderson Sports and Health Center. “What makes Misericordia different is that information and wisdom conveyed here have a purpose beyond mere success as defined by income and your quality of life,” university President Michael MacDowell said. “Those who obtain an education at Misericordia, graduate with the distinct capability and desire to use their newfound knowledge in the service of others.” The commencement address was presented by Sister Patricia A. Talone, RSM, Ph.D., vice president of mission services for the Catholic Health Association of the United States. A Sister of Mercy of the MidAtlantic Community and a health-care ethicist, Talone has also served as vice president for mission services and ethicist for Unity Health of St. Louis, Mo., a subsidiary of the Sisters of Mercy Health System. “A college degree provides you with the skills to sift through all of the information bombarding you -- from the print media, television, radio, movies and the Internet -- to determine what is true and what is false, what is fact and what is opinion, what should be retained and what should be cast aside.” Talone told the class.

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Student speaker Brenda M. Heck addresses her classmates at the Winter 2011 Commencement at Misericordia University Monday.

She encouraged the graduates to use the qualities instilled in them at Misericordia to make a difference in the world. “As graduates of a Mercy Institution, we hope and pray that you will go forth within your chosen professions to bring qualities of Mercy-reverence for the dignity of every person, compassion for those most in need and a gracious sense of hospitality to all who come within your purview.” Brenda M. Heck of Nanticoke, a summa cum laude graduate with a bachelor of science degree in Medical Imaging, offered student remarks. A non-traditional

student, Heck, 46, began her career in radiology more than 25 years ago. Heck is employed as a full-time clinical manager at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, where she served as a clinical instructor for Misericordia students. She has recently been appointed an adjunct faculty member for the Medical Imaging Department and will be teaching in the College of Health Sciences in the spring semester. Heck told her fellow classmates to take charge of their lives and embrace changes that will come their way.

The following Misericordia University students were eligible to participate in the winter commencement ceremony on Monday: Balinda Abdo, Aristes, Nursing, RN, BSN; Esther Anelli, Lake Ariel, Education, MS; Jennifer Ardoline, Courtdale, Accounting, BS; Sarah Ashford, Wapwallopen, Psychology, BS; Carrie Balla, Harveys Lake, Elementary Education, BS; Tristan Balliet, Lansford, Health Care Management, BS; Nicholas Barone, Doylestown, Speech-Language Pathology, MS; Justin Behrens, Mountain Top, Social Work, BSW; Stewart Bender, Kingston, Social Work, BSW; Sara Bielski, Scranton, Health Care Management, BS; Melinda Bohan, Nanticoke, Health Care Management, BS; David Booth, Exeter, Psychology, BS; Lauren Bowalick, Nanticoke, Elementary Education, Special Education, BS; Jillian Bowen, Port Monmouth, NJ, Business Administration, BS; Brittani Brown, Hanover Twp., Business Administration, BS; Jonathan Brown, Orangeville, History, BA; Curtiss Burton, East Stroudsburg, Information Technology, BS; Lindsay Buss, Macungie, Professional Studies, BS; Melissa Butler, Middletown, Physical Therapy, DPT; Amy Buydos, Nanticoke, Accounting, BS; Anthony Calvello, Weatherly, Psychology, BS; Kelley Campas, Wilkes-Barre, Education, MS; Jillian Carlo, Wilkes-Barre, Psychology, BS; Kristen Chapin, Bloomsburg, Organizational Management, MS; Steven Clemson, Nesquehoning, Health Care Management, BS; Chadd Coles, Woodstown, NJ, Health Care Management, BS; Kristopher Coughlin, Harveys Lake, Government, Law and National Security, BA; Kelly Cresci, Shickshinny, Professional Studies, BS; Kailey Crowell, Clinton, ME, Psychology, BS; Ashlee Danko, Laurel Run, Accounting, BS; Caitlin Day, Oak Hill, VA, Biochemistry, BS; Kristen Denion, Freeland, Business Administration, BS; William Desrosiers, Highland Falls, NY, Business Administration, MBA; Ashley Dewitt, Pottsville, Speech-Language Pathology, MS; Danielle Dilorenzo, Monroe, NY, Psychology, BS; Karen Downs, Dallas, Nursing, RN, BSN; Lucinda Drumheller, Benton, Nursing, RN, BSN; Christopher Dunbar, Forty Fort, Occupational Therapy, OTD; Jillian Edwards, Kingston, Communications, BA; Kristen Egbert, Forked River, NJ, Business Administration, BS; Michael Elward, Wilkes-Barre, Business Administration, BS; Carrie Erwine, Wapwallopen, Social Work, BSW; Keith Evanosky, Dallas, Organizational Management, MS; Kyle Ever-

ett, Benton, Business Administration, BS; Lauren Finnochio, Saylorsburg, Information Technology, BS; Jennifer Foley, Baltimore, MD, Psychology, BS; Cassandra Fox, Center Valley, Psychology, BS; Stacey Fox, Lusby, MD, Organizational Management, MS; Elizabeth Galat, Nanticoke, Education, MS; Kristen Gedon, Lock Haven, Medical Imaging, BS; Carolyn Gerni, Dover, DE, Elementary Education, Special Education, BS; Theodore Giovannini, Hudson, Business Administration, BS; Renae Gondella, Taylor, Elementary Education, Special Education, BS; Michael Green, Pleasant Mount, History (Secondary Education), BA; Lloyd Greenway, Wilkes-Barre, Health Care Management, BS; Lauren Griffin, Swoyersville, Social Work, BSW; Kristal Griffiths, Forest City, Elementary Education, Special Education, BS; Danielle Gross, Montgomery, NY, Health Care Management, BS; Keith Hampton, Kingston, Business Administration, BS; Amy Hartman, Dallas, Psychology, BS; Donald Havard, Mountain Top, Information Technology, BS; Brenda Heck, Nanticoke, Medical Imaging, BS; Kimberly Hess, Scranton, Social Work, BSW; Timothy Hoban, Exeter, Sport Management, BS; Rebecca Hollar, Saint Thomas, Psychology, BS; Nicole Hooper, Conshohocken, Organizational Management, MS; Meghan Hoppe, Nanuet, NY, Professional Studies, BS; Beth Horn, Edwardsville, Business Administration, MBA; Meghan Hotaling, Monroeton, Health Care Management, BS; Heather Howe, Luzerne, Psychology, BS; Migdalia Jacobs, East Stroudsburg, Professional Studies, BS; Rebecca Jenkins, Wilkes-Barre, Health Care Management, BS; Brittney Kelly, Franklin, NJ, Medical Imaging, BS; Jacqueline Kendona, Clifton, NJ, Occupational Therapy, MS; Bryan Kennedy, Plymouth, Professional Studies, BS; Kellyann Kenny, Hanover Twp., Psychology, BS; Jolene King, West Pittston, Psychology, BS; Kimberly Kishel, Pittston, Health Care Management, BS; Kara Klimchok, Hanover Twp., Business Administration, BS; Nicole Kocher, Kulpmont, Business Administration, BS; Tiffany Kott, West Hazleton, Business Administration, BS; Jeff Kowalek, Nanticoke, Sport Management, BS; Bryan Kulbacki, Milton, Sport Management, BS; Alison Lloyd, Forty Fort, Business Administration, BS; Christa Lucas, Jessup, Physical Therapy, DPT; Angelo Luongo, Dunmore, Medical Imaging, BS; Jamie Mahoney, Minneapolis, MN, Accounting, BS; Mellisa Makos, Nanticoke, Medical Imaging, BS; Dominick Marino, Scranton, Speech-Language Pathology, BMS; Thomas May, Plymouth, Information Technology, BS; Sharon Mazzeo, Wyoming, Professional Studies, BS; Erin McDade, Sugar Notch, Organizational Management, MS; Thomas Messner, Teaneck, NJ, Biology, BS; Nicole Monahan, Kingston, Nursing, RN, BSN; Christian Myers, Pittston, Health Care Management, BS; Nicole Nilsson, Wilkes-Barre, Professional Studies, BS; Cara Nolan, Shavertown, Elementary Education, Special Education, BS; Megan Notaro, McAdoo, Medical Imaging, BS; Paula Ochs, Sugar Loaf, Nursing, RN, BSN; Tracey O’Day, Wilkes-Barre, Business Administration, BS; Alyssa Oswald, New Tripoli, Health Care Management, BS; Brian S. Owens, Wilkes-Barre, Business Administration, MBA; Oksana Palashchuk, Larksville, Accounting, BS; Brei Patience, West Pittston, Biology, BS; Amanda Peslak, Highland Lakes, NJ, Psychology, BS; Adele Philippides, Montrose, Medical Imaging, BS; Daniel Pinto, Audubon, NJ, Health Care Management, BS; Justin Pirino, Eynon, Health Care Management, BS; Olivia Pollard, Glassboro, NJ, Business Administration, BS; James Polson, Pittsgrove, NJ, Medical Imaging, BS; Joseph Pretko, Dallas, Professional Studies, BS; Ronald Price,

Mount Carmel, Government, Law and National Security, BA; Gregory Pstrak, Wilkes-Barre, Business Administration, MBA; Jessica Pucci, Peckville, Medical Imaging, BS; Abigail Ramsey, Camp Hill, Psychology, BS; James Ready, Dallas, Business Administration, MBA; Caitlin Rowe, Ashley, Communications, BA; Rachel Ruane, Roaring Brook Twp., Elementary Education, Special Education, BS; Michelle Rupp, Scranton, Health Care Management, BS; Alyssa Rush, Pittston, Nursing, RN, BSN; Zivana Sabljic, Chambersburg, Physical Therapy, DPT; Joseph Sakavage, Wilkes-Barre, Professional Studies, BS; Dora Samartzis, West Pittston, Education, MS; Ryan Sander, Jersey Shore, Psychology, BS; Karen Saukulyak, Kingston, Nursing, RN, BSN; Ashley Schartzer, Nescopeck, Psychology, BS; Kristin Schraeder, Glen Lyon, Business Administration, BS; Matthew Scott, Huntington Station, NY, Health Care Management, BS; Amanda Semian, Taylor, Health Care Management, BS; Luann Senchak, Dallas, Nursing, RN, BSN; Kimberly Serafin, Exeter, Occupational Therapy, MS; Krista Shenk, Lancaster, Psychology, BS; Rita Shock, Kingston, Nursing, RN, BSN; Natalie Silva, Honesdale, Professional Studies, BS; Siobhan Spager, Dickson City, Psychology, BS; Donald Squire, East Northport, NY, Health Care Management, BS; Kaitlyn Synoracki, Lancaster, Biology, BA; Melissa Taylor, Stroudsburg, Elementary Education, Special Education, BS; John H. Throop, Jr., Laflin, Business Administration, BS; Noelle Tiesi, Bloomsburg, Health Care Management, BS; Nanci Travis, Hallstead, Nursing, RN, BSN; Nicholas Troutman, Ashland, Nursing, RN, BSN; Alyssa Urbanski, Nanticoke, Health Care Management, BS; Mary Vega, Tobyhanna, Business Administration, BS; Angelo Venditti, Bloomsburg, Business Administration, MBA; Angela Wagner, Sugarloaf, Business Administration, BS; Marcia Walsh, Sweet Valley, Business Administration, BS; Andrew Ward, Royersford, Health Care Management, BS; Bradley Wertman, Riverside, Business Administration, BS; Chelsea Wertz, Pottsville, Psychology, BS; Kayla Whipple, Kinnelon, NJ, Health Care Management, BS; Kindra White, Scott Twp., Medical Imaging, BS; Holly Wilk, Duryea, Professional Studies, BS; Shawna Williams, Edwardsville, Social Work, BSW; Matthew Wisniewski, Old Forge, Health Care Management, BS; Dustin Wojcicki, Landsdale, Marketing, BS; Dana Wojciechowski, Philadelphia, Accounting, BS; Thomas Yanochko, Blakely, Business Administration, BS; Scott Yarmel, Luzerne, Business Administration, BS; Darnetta Yusko, Plymouth, Nursing, RN, BSN; Steven Zielen, Larksville, Sport Management, BS.

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Health trust board to appeal ruling Rock Solid signs school lease Group was directed to refund Dallas and Pittston Area school districts $5.1 million. By MARK GUYDISH mguydish@timesleader.com

WYOMING – After more than 45 minutes in executive session, members of The Northeast Pennsylvania School District Health Trust board voted unanimously to appeal a recent court ruling saying the trust must pay millions to two school districts that withdrew from the consortium. Earlier this month, Luzerne County Judge Lewis Wetzel ruled in favor of Dallas and Pittston Area school districts in a 4-year-old lawsuit filed after the districts left the trust, formed in 1999 to save local districts money on health insurance. Dallas and Pittston Area argued in court that they were entitled to millions they had paid in premiums that had helped the trust build up a large cash reserve. The trust countered that the agreement signed by all members upon joining said any money paid into the trust stay there unless the consortium is dissolved.

After a seven-day trial, Wetzel ruled the trust must pay Dallas $2.8 million and Pittston Area $2.3 million. Trust officials filed post-trial motions necessary before an appeal can be launched, and is awaiting a ruling on those motions. Attorney Howard Bashman told the trust board they would have 30 days to file an appeal after a ruling on those motions, but warned that it may be wise to act sooner to prevent the two districts from attempting to seize or freeze trust accounts in an effort to secure the money. The board authorized Bashman and other attorneys working on the case to file notice of an appeal and “take all action necessary to protect the interests of the trust.” The board was also warned that the court ruling could force an increase in premiums. Robert Glus of Conrad Siegel, the actuarial firm contracted by the trust, noted the board voted to keep a minimum of the equivalent of 2 ½ months of premiums in reserve for emergencies or sudden demands for large payouts. Glus said it’s possible that, if ordered to set aside money for the two districts,

Head of School Mark DiPippa Agreement with Twin Stacks said the building will need to be Center is for development completely renovated to make of a Christian school. way for the school.

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A hearing on the Northeast Pennsylvania School District Health Trust’s appeal will be held today, at 9:30 a.m. in a courtroom of Luzerne County’s Penn Place offices, 20 N. Pennsylvania Blvd., Wilkes-Barre.

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the reserve could drop below that level. Glus said it’s too early to know what, if any, impact the ruling will have, but advised “the board may need to strongly consider increasing rates” to recoup sufficient reserves. The size of the reserve was the trigger prompting the two districts to withdraw from the Trust. After initially operating in the red, the trust started running large surpluses, hovering near $20 million at one point. Dallas and Pittston Area withdrew, believing they could manage more efficient health insurance coverage at cheaper rate, then sued for what they claimed was their share of the surplus. Mark Guydish, a Times Leader staff writer, can be reached at 829-7161.

DALLAS TWP. – Members of the Rock Solid Academy board of directors signed a lease agreement with Twin Stacks Center on Monday night, solidifying the location for the developing Christian school. The school entered into a five-year lease for the 15,000square-foot space, which was formerly occupied by InterMountain Medical Group. The health clinic moved to Shavertown about 18 months ago, said Rick Haas, an owner of Twin Stacks. Chairman Jerry Harteis said the board has been scouting locations for the kindergarten through eighth-grade non-denominational Christian school for about eight months. One possible location included the former Gate of Heaven School in Dallas, which closed in June.

It will include nine classrooms, a foreign language room, a music room, a media room, an art room, a multipurpose area for athletics, an auditorium and a cafeteria. The school is set to begin its first academic year in August 2012, and DiPippa hopes it will expand to offer high school-level classes by 2013. DiPippa will continue to lead a founding campaign through 2012, and in addition to monetary donations, the school will accept donations of services for the renovation project. The $1.5 million founding campaign began in October and to date the school has raised about $220,000 towards an endowment and school development. He said Rock Solid Academy’s

capacity will be about 180 students, with 20 students in each grade. DiPippa added the school will hire about 12 full-time instructors and administrators and about 12 part-time staff members. DiPippa said now that the location of Rock Solid Academy is confirmed, the board can work on tuition numbers, which should be prepared by January. Lynn Banta, an owner of Twin Stacks, said she feels the school will be a good fit for the facility. Dual entrances and exits will accommodate buses and vehicular traffic at the site, and the space is located at the end of the commercial building, leaving it “somewhat isolated.” DiPippa also said the facility will have an office and a sample classroom by mid-January. For more information about Rock Solid Academy, visit www.rocksolidacademy.org.

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MARION EDITH WALKER, 71, of Mountain Top, passed away on Sunday, December 18, 2011, at her home. She was born in Scranton, on Nov. 11, 1940. She was employed by the Resorts Casino and Taj Mahal Casino, Atlantic City, N.J.; Harrah’s Casino, New Orleans, La.; and the Star Casino, Biloxi, Miss. Her hobbies include playing competitive tennis and watching tennis and the cooking channel on television. She is survived by her aunts, Frances Rafalko, Josephine Wrona, numerous cousins and her companion, Susan Moran. Private funeral services were held at the convenience of the family from the George A. Strish Inc. Funeral Home, 105 N. Main St., Ashley. There were no public calling hours. THERESA SABATTINI CUNNINGHAM NEE BERRETTINI, born in Pittston, on September 24, 1913, passed away at age 98 in Long Beach, N.Y. She is survived by daughter June Vinokur; son-inlaw, Nelson; three grandchildren; daughter Adele Whitmore nee Sabattini, Las Vegas, Nev. Theresa will be laid to rest at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Carverton, Pa., on Wednesday, December 21, 2011, at1p.m. Visitors are welcome to attend at 1 p.m. in the chapel JUDITH B.TURNER, of Bridgton, Maine, formerly of Dallas, died Saturday, November 12, 2011. A memorial service will be held December 26, 2011, at 2 p.m. at the Lehman-Idetown United Methodist Church, 1011 Mountain View Drive, Lehman. Friends may call from 1 p.m. until the time of service. JOHN M. DOLAN, of WilkesBarre, passed away on Monday, December 19, 2011 at Regional Hospital of Scranton. Funeral arrangements will be announced by E. Blake Collins Funeral Home, Wilkes-Barre. JOHN J. EBERT, 55, of Grove Street, Wilkes-Barre, died Saturday, December 17, 2011 at home. Funeral arrangements are pending from the Yeosock Funeral Home, 40 S. Main St., Plains Township. STEPHANIE ZOMERFELD, age 30, of Plymouth, passed away on Sunday, December 18, 2011 after a brief illness. Funeral arrangements are pending from the S.J. Grontkowski Funeral Home, 530 W. Main St., Plymouth.

Cheryl Lee Javer December 19, 2011

heryl Lee Javer, born Cheryl Lee Siegal, 68, New Castle, Del., passed away Monday, December 19, 2011 at Riddle Hospital in Media, Pa. Born in Wilkes-Barre, she was the daughter of Dr. John and Emily Siegal. She was a graduate of Wyoming Seminary, Class of 1960 and Ursinus College, Class of 1964. She pursued graduate studies at both Villanova University and University of Illinois at Champagne Urbana, Ill. Cheryl had currently taught at the Pennsylvania Institute of Technology in Media, Pa., and was serving as the director of placement services. She had previously owned the Blue Ribbon Grooming Shop in Shavertown and had shown dogs at Madison Square Garden and other venues. She was a member of the American Kennel Club. Cheryl is survived by her husband, Frederick Javer, and son, Rick, who is serving with the Armed Forces in Afghanistan; brother, Dr. John W. Siegal, New York City; sister, Tara Ann, and her husband, Luis Cortes, New York City; niece, Ann Rabjohns, Lake Forest, Ill.; and nephew, Louis Cortes New York City. The funeral will be held today at 2:30 p.m. at Our Lady of Victory Church, Harveys Lake. Friends may call at the church from 2 p.m. until the time of the service. Donations may be sent to Fight for the Cure Susan G. Komen Foundation, c/o 5005 LBJ Freeway, Suite 250, Dallas, TX 75244. Arrangements are by the Richard H. Disque Funeral Home, 2940 Memorial Highway, Dallas.

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argaret P. Czachor, 84, of East South Street, Wilkes-Barre, passed away on Sunday, December 18, 2011, in Hospice Community Care at Geisinger South WilkesBarre, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Wilkes-Barre Township, on October 2, 1927, a daughter of the late Joseph and Margaret Rutkoski Pockevich. She was a graduate of GAR Memorial High School, class of1945. Margaret was a member of St. Ignatius Church in Kingston and a longtime member of Holy Trinity Church in Wilkes-Barre. Prior to her retirement, she was employed as a seamstress in the local garment industry and she was a member of the International Ladies Garment Workers Union. Margaret was preceded in death by her husband, Louis J. Czachor, in 2002, and by her brothers, Frank and Joseph Pockevich. Surviving are son, Louis P. Czachor, Millersville, Md.; daughter, Dr. Elaine Turcan, and her husband, William, Exeter; granddaughter Elsbeth Turcan; sisters, Ann Dubbs, Fayetteville, N.C.; Rosemary Zukowski, Brookeville, Md.; nieces and nephews. The family wishes to thank Erwine’s Home Health and Hospice, and the staff of Hospice Community

Care at Geisinger South WilkesBarre for their kind, gentle and loving care. The family also wishes to extend their gratitude to Father Gregory Kelly and Deacon John O’Connor for their prayerful, loving and Christ-filled ministry to them. Funeral service will be held on Thursday at 9 a.m. from the Nat & Gawlas Funeral Home, 89 Park Avenue, Wilkes-Barre, with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 9:30 a.m. in St. Ignatius Church, 339 North Maple Avenue, Kingston. Interment will be in Holy Trinity Cemetery, Bear Creek. Friends may call on Wednesday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Online condolences may be made at www.natandgawlasfuneralhome.com.

dward D. Kelly, 60, of Luzerne, passed away Friday, December 16, 2011 at home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on May 3, 1951 in Kingston, son of the late Donald and Mary Whitelonis Kelly. He was formerly employed by James C. Thomas Company, Luzerne. Ed was a wonderful, loving person always wanting to help; we are all better people for having known him. He will be sadly missed by all of his family and friends, especially his TV ballgame watching buddy, his nephew, Eric. Besides his parents, Ed was preceded in death by his brothers, Thomas and Henry, and his sister, Julia. He is survived by his siblings, Jack Kelly, Chicago, Ill.; Elizabeth Yeager and her husband Buddy, Lancaster; Frances Davis, Swoyersville; Florence Pardini, Pringle; Rita Kapson, Dallas; Peter Kelly, Edwardsville; Mary Warren and her husband John, Forty Fort; Geraldine Kelly, Wyoming; numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral will be Wednesday at 9 a.m. from the Kopicki Funeral Home, 263 Zerbey Avenue, King-

ston, with Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in St. Ignatius Church. Interment will be in the parish cemetery, Pringle. Friends may call today from 4 to 8 p.m. The family would like to thank his very good friend Bill Haskell for everything that he did for Ed, his caregivers, especially Georgia and Joanie and the staff of Personal Care Home Health, and the staff of Hospice of the Sacred Heart, especially Marty McGurrin, who were extremely helpful during Ed’s illness. A special thank you also to Dr. Imran Saeed for his wonderful care and mostly for his friendship.

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Julius John Parini December 18, 2011 John Parini, of Exeter, enJ ulius tered into eternal rest on Sunday,

December 18, 2011 in Wilkes-Barre General Hospital surrounded by his family. He was born October 10, 1917, in Exeter, the son of the late Ottavio and Ida Parini. He was a member of St. Barbara Parish (formerly St. Cecilia’s), Exeter. Julius was part of our greatest generation, having served in the Army Air Corps during World War II as a Staff Sgt. Julius owned and operated several businesses throughout his life: Parini Construction Company and Pardel Construction Company, both of Burlington, N.J.; Atco Construction Company, Atco, N.J.; Pepe Contracting Company, Florence, N.J.; Sullivan Park Construction Company, Exeter. In his later years in life, he was affiliated with American Bit & Drill Steel Company, Mountain Top. Julius was an avid New York Yankee fan. The greatest joy of his life was spending time with his family, friends and his best buddy, the family pet, Eubie. He will be sadly missed by everyone who had the opportunity to know him. He was a kind and giving man and would help anyone. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, Leo, Gene, Anthony and Nello.

He is surviving by his loving wife of 64 years, Irene; sons, John and Richard, both of Exeter; brother-inlaw, Frank Balcavage of Exeter; several nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at St. Cecilia’s Church, Exeter. Interment will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery, Wyoming. Friends may call from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at St. Cecilia’s Church Hall, 1670 Wyoming Ave., Exeter. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the SPCA, 524 E. Main St., WilkesBarre, PA 18702, or to the charity of the donor’s choice. Arrangements are by the KizisLokuta Funeral Home, 134 Church St., Pittston.

Donald Kalosky December 19, 2011 Donald Anthony Kalosky, age 72, of Harrisburg, passed away at his home on Monday, December 19, 2011 with his family around his bedside. He was a graduate of Washington and Jefferson College and a U.S. Army veteran. He was the director of sales for Nutrition Inc. and a consultant for the Central Tax Bureau. Donald was a member of the William Penn Association, Lawnton Legion and the Sons of Italy. He was a lifelong musician and entertainer. He is pre-deceased by his father, Anthony J. Kalosky. Donald will be sadly missed by his loving wife, Peggy Klein Kalosky; his mother, Estell Kalosky Fagan of Harrisburg; his children, Ja-

nine Isaacs and her husband, David Wesley of Myrtle Beach; Anthony Joseph Kalosky of Washington, Pa.; and stepson Gregg Specht and wife Judy, of Mifflintown, Pa. He will also be missed by his grandchildren, Robert Petras, Michael Kalosky and Hannah Specht; his brother, David Kalosky, and his wife, Mickey, of New Orleans, and many nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited to his viewing on Wednesday, December 21, 2011 from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Jesse H. Geigle Funeral Home in Harrisburg; services will begin at 2 p.m. in the funeral home. A second service will be at the Salandra Funeral Home in Canonsburg, Pa., with Donald being laid to rest in the Queen of Heaven Cemetery in McMurray, Pa. Directions and memorial condolences to the family can be made at www.geiglefuneralhome.com.

Marie B. Krupinski December 19, 2011 Marie B. Krupinski, 82, of Exeter, passed away Monday, December 19, 2011 at the Highland Manor Nursing Home, Exeter. Born in Exeter, she was the daughter of the late August and Mary Ann Breck Nenichka. Marie was a member of St. Cecilia’s Church (St. Barbara Parish) and a graduate of Exeter High School. Prior to her retirement, she was employed by the former Rex Shoe Co., Exeter. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph A. Krupinski, and a daughter, Cathy.

Surviving are her son, Edward Patrick Krupinski, Exeter, and a sister, Marlene, and her husband, Joseph Eskra, Jenkins Township; a niece, Linda Eskra Maurizi, Lancaster, and a nephew, Robert Strungis, Exeter; a great-nephew, Marc, and a greatniece, Ashley. Relatives and friends may call Wednesday from 9 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. at the Gubbiotti Funeral Home, 1030 Wyoming Ave., Exeter. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11 a.m. at St. Cecilia’s Church ( St. Barbara Parish), Exeter. Interment will be in St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Schooley Street, Exeter. Memorial donations, if desired, may be made to the SPCA, Fox Hill Road, Plains Township.

Edward J. Lazevnick, 47, of M r.Duryea, passed away Saturday

at Christiana Care Hospital, Newark, Del. Born in Duryea, he was the son of Edward J. Lazevnick Sr. of West Pittston and the late Rose Prusch Lazevnick. He was a graduate of Pittston Area High School and Johnson School of Technology. He was self-employed as a carpenter in the area. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed hunting and fishing. He resided in Duryea for most of his life. Surviving, in addition to his fa-

ther, are brother, Michael Lazevnick, and his wife, Kim, of West Wyoming; sister Sharon Lazevnick of Duryea; sister Wendy Lazevnick of Duryea; stepbrother, Dale Klush, of Pittston; stepsister, Susie Sarin, of Plains; nieces, Rachel and Nicole Lazevnick; Courtney Guzzy, Dana and Abigail Turner. Viewing will be held Wednesday at Sacred Heart of Jesus Rectory, 529 Stephenson St., Duryea, from 5 to 8 p.m. Arrangements are by the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main St., Duryea.

FUNERALS DZOCH – Jeff, memorial service 1 p.m. Jan. 7 in the Bethel Hill United Methodist Church, Sweet Valley. ECKERT – Roy, graveside service 10 a.m. Wednesday in Chapel Lawn Memorial Park, Dallas. JOHNSON – Warren, memorial service 1 p.m. Dec. 31, in the Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 813 Wyoming Ave., Kingston. KELLY – Edward, funeral 9 a.m. Wednesday in the Kopicki Funeral Home, 263 Zerbey Ave., Kingston. Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in St. Ignatius Church, Kingston. Friends may call 4 to 8 p.m. today. KOPICKI – Helen, funeral 9:30 a.m. today in the Kopicki Funeral Home, 263 Zerbey Ave., Kingston. Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Ann’s Chapel. LEWIS – Robert, services on Robert’s 78th birthday 11 a.m. today in the Blight Funeral Home, 392 Wyoming Ave., Kingston. MOYLES – Thomas, friends may call 1 to 3 and 6 to 8 p.m. today in the Lehman Family Funeral Service

Inc., 689 Hazle Ave., Wilkes-Barre. MUSTO – Gerard, funeral 9 a.m. Wednesday in the Peter J. Adonizio Funeral Home, 251 William St., Pittston. Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in St. Joseph Marello Parish at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, Pittston. Friends may call 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the funeral home. NASATKA – John, memorial Mass 9:30 a.m. Wednesday in St. Jude Church, Mountain Top. RINKUS – Jean, interment service 10:30 a.m. today in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Avoca. ROCK – Mary, funeral 9:30 a.m. Wednesday in the Edwards and Russin Funeral Home, 717 Main St., Edwardsville. Requiem Service at 10 a.m. in St. John the Baptist Orthodox Church, Edwardsville. Friends may call 2 to 7 to 9 p.m. today in the funeral home. Parastas at 8 p.m. RODDA – Stella, funeral 11 a.m. today in the Williams-Hagen Funeral Home Inc., 114 W. Main St., Plymouth.

State House authorizes $1.7B in new borrowing

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HARRISBURG — The state House voted Monday to approve a bill that authorizes $1.7 billion in new state borrowing, a normally routine piece of legislation that was held up as lawmakers haggled over state spending and the way that economic development projects are approved. The 119-75 vote came more than six months after the Capital Budget Act passed the Senate unanimously. Afterward Majority Leader Mike Turzai, R-Allegheny, said on the House floor that the state needed to make payments and maintain its bond rating, but he hoped to work with the administration of Gov. Tom Corbett to cut overall debt. Corbett’s budget secretary, Charles Zogby, warned in a letter last week to a key House Republican that failure to approve the bill soon would result in layoffs for thousands of construction workers and damage to the economy. The bill allocates $270 million in redevelopment money through the Redevelopment Capital Assistance Program,

known in Harrisburg as RCAP. It also supports $935 million in spending for buildings and structures, $412 million for transportation and bridges, $10 million for furnishings and equipment for new construction and $35 million for flood control. The Pennsylvania Constitution mandates annual passage of a capital budget “for the ensuing fiscal year.” The bill was sent to Corbett’s desk for his signature. A BILL THAT WOULD refinance Pennsylvania’s unemployment compensation’s multibillion-dollar debt to the federal government is back in the state Senate’s hands after passing the House in amended form. The House voted 193-to-1 on Monday to authorize bonds to pay off the federal loans. The interest is expected to be lower than the roughly 4 percent the federal government charges. House Republican Leader Mike Turzai of Allegheny County calls the proposal “a commonsense measure.”

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LEHMAN TWP. -- Board of Supervisors President David Sutton said Monday night that the township garage is close to being occupied but problems have been encountered with the roof installation and the shingles. Sutton said both are unsatisfactory. A roofing subcontractor applied shingles over loose nails and didn’t install the proper fascia and gutters, he said. The shingles themselves, manufactured by GAF, are discolored. Because two different parties are involved, Sutton said, the problem will likely have to go to arbitration. Sutton said that with winter coming, the chance of getting the building properly roofed is small. He said the lack of gutters in the front of the building is causing water to drip and create icy patches in front of the building. The township had contacted Yonkoski Gutter Systems of Shavertown about installing a temporary gutter in the front of the building until the roof is properly reinstalled, he said. The board voted to pay Yonkoski $1,737 for the installation of 210 feet of gutter. Sutton said the new building will be a vast improvement over the present garage, which is not waterproof. Only one truck can be parked out of the weather right now. The new garage will have four bays, allowing four trucks to be loaded and ready to go when a winter storm hits. The new structure will also have a break room, bathroom facilities and energy-efficient features such as radiant heat installed in the concrete floor. In other business, the council approved a final budget with no changes from the one proposed last month. There will be no tax increase. The total budget will be $1,355,588. Millage remains at 1.25. A mill is a $1 tax on every $1,000 of assessed property value. The reorganizational meeting will be Tuesday, Jan. 3 at 7 p.m. with the regular meeting to follow at 7:30 p.m.

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WILKES-BARRE – A Hazleton man was sentenced Monday to three to six years in state prison on drug-related charges. Jason A. Delacruz, 27, with a last known address of Peace Street, was sentenced on three counts of delivery of a controlled substance by Luzerne County Senior Judge Kenneth Brown. Delacruz was represented by attorney James Scallion. Assistant District Attorney Jill Matthews Lada prosecuted the case. According to court papers, in January, Delacruz sold hundreds

POLICE BLOTTER HANOVER TWP. – Township police reported the following: • Police said they filed theftrelated charges against Gary J. Wylie, 29, of Edwardsville, and Roger Travis Waltz, 39, of Williamsport, in the theft of carbidecutting tips from their employer, Medico Industries, in the Hanover Industrial Park in November. Police allege Wylie and Waltz sold the tips at a metal recycling facility in Wilkes-Barre. • Police said Monday they

of dollars worth of suspected heroin to a police informant on several different occasions. WILKES-BARRE – A Luzerne County senior judge on Monday denied the request of a man sentenced to 25 to 50 years in prison to have his prison term reduced. Senior Judge Kenneth Brown denied the request made by Ralph E. Lewis, 34, of Plains Township, sentenced earlier this month to 25 to 50 years in prison on charges he sexually assaulted a woman over a 10-year-period. Lewis said in court papers filed recently through his attorney, charged Jeremy Berezich, 32, of Swoyersville, on evidence of drunken driving after investigating a crash at South Main and Vine streets on Oct. 12. Police allege Berezich, driving a 1997 Lincoln Town Car, traveled off the road and struck a fire hydrant and a utility pole. He was charged with driving under the influence and two traffic offenses. HANOVER TWP. – State police Bureau of Liquor Control Enforcement reported the following:

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order was cleared when the woman withdrew the application. Police had charged Bret Clark, 35, of Plymouth, after Nicole Clark claimed he followed her in Nanticoke and onto the Sans Souci Parkway in Hanover Township on Nov. 17, in violation of a no-contact temporary PFA she obtained on Oct. 26. Nicole Clark withdrew the PFA application against Clark on Dec. 6. She obtained a second temporary PFA against him on Dec. 9, according to Luzerne County Court records. A hearing for a permanent PFA order is scheduled on Dec. 27.

Nanda Palissery, that his sentence should be modified because: he has expressed remorse; the judge abused his discretion in imposing an “unreasonable and excessive” sentence; Lewis feels the sentence is “unduly harsh” and he is “amenable to treatment” and is willing to undergo counseling. Lewis was charged with assaulting the now-27-year-old woman beginning when she was 8 in 1993. The assaults resulted in the birth of two children. WILKES-BARRE – A man charged by Nanticoke police of violating a protection from abuse

wood Diner & Sports Bar, 760 Airport Road, Hazle Township, was recently cited with issuing checks for purchase of malt or brewed beverages when the licensee had insufficient funds.

• Outsiders Restaurant and Bar Inc., 650 S. Main St., WilkesBarre, was recently cited with issuing checks for purchases of malt or brewed beverages when the licensee had insufficient funds. • Paula M. Martini Summers, doing business as Martini’s Café, 106 N. Susquehanna Ave., Shickshinny, was recently cited with refilling liquor bottles. • Eastern Airport Kitchens Inc., doing business as Holly-

FOSTER TWP. – State police at Hazleton reported a television and a .22 caliber rifle were stolen during a burglary at the residence of Dennis Kephart on Red Maple Lane some time between Dec. 14 and Dec. 16.

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WILKES-BARRE – A Plains Township woman pleaded guilty Monday to several charges stemming from four incidents, including two in which she took items from stores without paying. Jeanette D. Viera, 30, of Hancock Street, entered the plea to charges of three counts of retail theft, two counts of disorderly conduct, two counts of trespassing and one count each of false identification and resisting arrest. Luzerne County Judge Tina Polachek Gartley said Viera will be sentenced on Feb. 17. Viera faces from 90 days in jail for a summary retail theft charge to five years in jail on a first-degree misdemeanor retail theft charge. According to court papers, on June 23, 2010, Plains Township police said they responded to the Rite Aid store on South River Street for the report of a theft. Sheena Delazio, a Times Leader Police said a woman, later staff writer, may be reached at identified as Viera, began plac- 829-7235.

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CSC holds ‘lunch and learn’ Hanover Twp. budget holds tax line

Children’s Service Center preparing to celebrate its 150th anniversary April 11.

Budget of $10 million includes provisions for Truesdale Terrace sewer project.

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By SCOTT GOMB Times Leader Correspondent

WILKES-BARRE – It started as an orphanage housing about 40 children orphaned as a result of the Civil War. Almost 150 years later, it is serving more than 4,000 children struggling with myriad behavioral, mental and emotional problems. The sesquicentennial of the Children’s Service Center technically occurs April 11, and officials are planning a big banquet at the East Mountain Inn that day. But they began marking the anniversary at a small “lunch and learn” session with staff and invited political and public figures Monday. Director of Development Liz Hibbard said the quarterly “lunch and learn” events were an old idea reborn as the center moves toward its 151st year. The idea is to help people understand what the agency is and what it does. Created by local women as The Home for Friendless Children during the Civil War, the center grew and changed into a provider of a wide range of behavioral health programs for children up to age 18. Services are given at home, in school and

HANOVER TWP. – The commissioners unanimously passed the 2012 budget at Monday night’s regular meeting. The $10 million spending plan includes no tax increases and no loss in services to the residents. The budget keeps the millage rate at 5.5 with one mill bringing approximately $1,833,957 in revenue to the township. A mill is a $1 tax on every $1,000 of assessed property value. Some of the budget’s biggest expenditures are police at $1,220,507, fire department at $460,723 and the street department at $1,357,646. The budget also includes provisions for the ongoing sewer installation project at Truesdale Terrace. “It’s a good budget and one that I believe in,” said Commissioner Ron Hummer.

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Children’s Service Center compliance officer Paul Van Maanen, center, leads a tour of visitors on the grounds after a luncheon on Monday to kick off the CSC’s 150th anniversary next year.

in residential facilities, depending on the child’s needs. The services extend to helping parents learn to fulfill that role better. The center recently launched Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, a chance for parents to work with their children while center staff watch through a oneway mirror and give advice via an ear bud worn by the parents. And the center continues to expand. Chief Executive Officer Michael Hopkins said the center has applied to become a licensed drug-and-alcohol treatment center, in large part because many of the problems it addresses are rooted in substance abuse by the children or parents. Children’s Service Center runs

an annual budget in excess of $18 million, with about 80 percent of that coming from Medicaid coverage for the children they treat. Luzerne County provides about $1.2 million for contracted services, Hopkins said. The rest of the funding comes from a mix of sources including private payments, private insurance company coverage, grants and donations. Along with the big dinner on April 11, the center is planning its first open picnic during the sesquicentennial, inviting the public to join in the celebration. Hibbard said details are not finalized, but she expects it will be held in July. “We want people to see what we do,” Hibbard said.

Commissioners also passed a motion to accept a $900,000 tax anticipation loan from Landmark Community Bank in Pittston at an interest rate of 1.99 percent for 2012. Other bidders included M&T Bank at 2.56 percent and First National Community Bank at 3.25 percent. In other business, the commissioners: • Will move to negotiate a fuel contract on their own since they received no bids from two previous advertisements seeking pricing with the last expiring on Dec. 5. By law, the township must wait 45 days from the date of the last advertisement until it can negotiate a contract on its own. The township will begin negotiating on Jan. 13. • Said that for the first time since 1975, the township will have fire department personnel on duty around the clock, seven days a week. Fire Chief Jeffrey Tudgay said the number of calls the department has received has nearly doubled over the last year and this will ensure a quick response to the residents. Tudgay

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said the department is actively pursuing moving to a centralized location at the old Square H Lumber yard along the Sans Souci Parkway. • Hired Thomas Farver as a full-time patrolman. • Approved a motion to purchase a new 2012 Dodge Charger police cruiser from the Ford Motor Credit Co. at $32,484. • Will advertise for a public hearing to rezone 90.97 acres of land off Dundee road. Township Manager John Sipper said the change would be from S1-R to M-1 for mining purposes. • Presented a proclamation to Sergeant Andrew Kratz who is retiring from the police department after 20 years of service. • Presented proclamations to commissioners Brian McDermott and Hummer who will both be leaving the board of commissioners in January. The board will hold a reorganization meeting at 7 p.m. Jan. 3, with work sessions at 6 p.m. Jan. 4 and another at 6:30 p.m. Jan. 9. The regular meeting will follow at 7 p.m. Jan. 9.

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TUESDAY, DECEMBER 20, 2011 PAGE 11A

OUR OPINION: DEFENDER’S OFFICE

When money tips scales of justice

OR A BREAK from the cold this winter, those Occupy Wall Street protesters should shift indoors to the Luzerne County Courthouse. By all appearances, there’s a growing gulf around here between how the law looks upon rich and poor. People accused of crimes but lacking the money for an attorney can no longer expect to be assigned a public defender, according to a news report in The Times Leader’s Saturday edition. Chief Public Defender Al Flora Jr. said his office will limit the number of new cases it takes beginning this week. Flora pinned the problem on a shortage of funding for a sufficiently large defense staff to handle the caseload, saying, “We are overwhelmed right now.” Five people seeking legal representation reportedly were turned away Monday. The Public Defender’s Office will handle only certain kinds of cases, including juvenile cases and those involving the most serious crimes: homicides, felony sex offenses and cases in which a defendant is incarcerated. Flora said it will be up to the Luzerne County Court, presided over by Judge Joseph Burke, to decide a method for appointing attorneys to represent indigent defendants in oth-

er matters. By taking this action, Flora might finally force county and state officials to confront Flora troubling shortfalls here in money and personnel devoted to the court system. He’s justifiably perturbed at being asked to provide competent counsel without being provided the resources to supply it. Until the dust-up can be resolved, however, the most likely casualties are – again – the people with the least. The lesson for Luzerne County residents has become increasingly clear in 2011: To avoid a prison cell, don’t get involved in any kind of legal trouble whatsoever. Or, on the flip side, become a wealthy real estate developer who can afford to hand out $5,000 Christmas gifts to judges and other power brokers, hire teams of attorneys to ward off problems and pay multimillion-dollar settlements (with the help of insurance firms). It appears today that the justice system has multiple tiers, one level for the haves, another for the have-nots. And God help those who find themselves on the bottom tier.

QUOTE OF THE DAY “What the North Korean military does in the next 24-48 hours will be decisive.” Bill Richardson The former U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, who has made several high-profile visits to North Korea, spoke early this week about the ramifications of leader Kim Jong Il’s death.

OTHER OPINION: DRILLING

Stall on gas fee hurts entire state

HE FAILURE last week by Harrisburg lawmakers and Gov. Tom Corbett to reach agreement on even a modest impact fee for the burgeoning natural-gas industry tapping the rich Marcellus Shale fields will have far-reaching, negative consequences for Pennsylvania. By booting the issue into the forthcoming election year, Republican state Senate and House leaders now run the risk that nothing will get done – despite their best hopes of having a legislative conference committee hash out a compromise measure. That’s the worst-case scenario, where the state will continue to stand by while drillers enjoy an unprecedented tax holiday. Dating from lawmakers’ rejection of former Gov. Ed Rendell’s proposal to enact a 5 percent gas-extraction fee, drillers have had a free ride here that no other major gas-producing state offers. Unless the Legislature moves quickly in the new year, the isEDITORIAL BOARD

sue could be sidetracked by preelection jitters among lawmakers who, like Corbett, subscribe to rigid and unworkable nonew-tax ideologies. Meanwhile, the entire state suffers, and its environment is at risk. Without a gas-extraction fee that, by rights, should be adding millions to state coffers, there will be less aid for twodozen counties where the boom has meant crumbling pavements, congestion and rising housing costs, among other ills. Statewide, a fair drilling fee should be helping to support services that benefit all Pennsylvanians – first and foremost, assuring that conservation and environmental cleanup efforts survive and grow. That’s particularly crucial now, because Corbett’s budget proposals threaten to leave programs such as the successful Growing Greener initiative with a fraction of the funding available over its12year span. The Philadelphia Inquirer

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Redistricting divides communities, hurts voter input AT THIS time of year, it is common to hear the words “wonder” and “awe” as people enjoy the holidays. With STATE SEN. JOHN the recent congressional reapportionment gift present- Y U D I C H A K ed to the national GOP by Republican majorities in Harrisburg, the words especially in Northeastern Pennsylvania. In this new plan, major areas are chiseled “wonder” and “awe” are being used to describe the breathtaking backroom deal-making out of the 11th Congressional District. The cities of Wilkes-Barre and Pittston will no that produced, by a single vote in the Senate, longer be in same district as Hazleton and congressional maps that divide communities Nanticoke. Constituents, regrettably, will be and diminish voter participation. stretched from Plymouth to Mechanicsburg, Recent editorials have described the new dividing communities along the way and maps as everything from a “Rorschach test” to diminishing the voice of the people in their an “embarrassment.” I have to agree. Penngovernment. sylvania can do better. Many legislators, the entire Senate DemoVoters should be choosing their elected cratic Caucus and four brave Senate Repubofficials when they go to the ballot box. Inlicans, stood up to partisan politics and said stead, politicians who are “on the right team” politically are picking their constituents. When no to the new congressional redistricting plan. When the vote moves to the state House voter frustration is at an all-time high with of Representatives, I hope more like-minded partisan gridlock, legislators are advancing a legislators will see how this congressional congressional map that will ensure adherence map diminishes the role the people of Northto the party line will trump loyalty to the folks eastern Pennsylvania will play in national and back home. state politics. While this power-play might strengthen one This slicing-and-dicing approach also will party’s voice in Washington, it muffles the voices of every man and woman who takes the have detrimental effects in communities across the state. Civic and business groups time to head to the polls and exercises the have weighed in on the congressional plan, right to vote. and they don’t like it. One group, the Greater It does a tremendous disservice to voters,

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Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce, warned it would be a detriment to the region’s continued growth and prosperity. Creating jobs and prosperity should be the objective of elected officials in Harrisburg – not worrying about job security for friends in Congress, but worrying about economic security for all of their constituents. In many states, you will find independent commissions redrawing the maps. In most cases, you will find a result that reflects population shifts while ensuring that one person/ one vote is truly the primary objective at play. The principled, unbiased approach that states such as Iowa and others have adopted needs serious consideration in Pennsylvania. I have sponsored legislation to accomplish an independent redistricting process, and will continue the fight. The heightened level of gamesmanship that we have witnessed is a wake-up call that our system needs to be changed. It needs to be changed soon, and it has to operate in a manner that truly serves the best interests of voters. We need an approach that puts the people’s interest above the self-interest of either political party. State Sen. John Yudichak, D-Plymouth Township, represents the 14th Senatorial District, which includes parts of Luzerne, Carbon and Monroe counties.

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Ex-player says Jackson a great coach and mentor

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played for Dallas High School football coach Ted Jackson from 1991 through 1993. I was fortunate to be part of the 1993 state championship team. Playing for coach Jackson was not easy. He expects a lot from his players. He demands a high level of performance not many believe they can achieve. He was never one to be politically correct. He would not hesitate to yell at you for not playing to your potential. He once made us practice immediately following a game against Crestwood High School that we won 14-0. Some people who never played football would say that coach Jackson is crazy. Those of us who have played football, especially for coach Jackson, would say the man is a brilliant coach. He not only prepared us to play a football game, but he prepared us to be men in a very competitive world in which it is not easy to survive. Coach Jackson is among a dying breed of coaches whom our communities should try to keep as long as possible. Because I was a player for coach Jackson, I have been able to accomplish more than I ever thought possible. I have the attitude of not being satisfied with average

or of giving up on something and saying, “Oh, well, I tried my best.” Instead I have the attitude, “I can do better!” The Dallas School District is lucky to have had a mentor such as coach Ted Jackson for its young men. I was lucky to have coach Jackson as a mentor and a football coach. Thanks, Coach Ted Jackson Jared Cooney Mechanicsville, Md.

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magine spending your entire life in a small wire cage, waiting to be skinned and killed. This brutal reality is faced by wild animals living on fur farms. The fur industry wants you to believe

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that fur farming is a humane alternative to the brutality of trapping. Nothing could be further from the truth. While many European countries have banned fur farming, the United States turns a blind eye. Fur farms not only are legal here, they are almost completely unregulated. That means the killing of 3 million minks every year. Foxes, lynx and bobcats also are farmed in the United States, and no single agency is responsible for monitoring these operations. That spells misery for millions of minks, foxes and other fur-bearing animals. Imprisoned in solitary mesh cages the size of laundry baskets, farmed animals crave the space, socialization and den cover they’ll never experience. This is no life for a wild animal. Fur farming is not just inhumane, it threatens people and wildlife. Manure and carcasses from fur farming pollute land and water. In this season of giving, please do not purchase fur items; even trim on coat hoods, gloves, boots and purses have evolved from animal suffering. Don’t patronize stores that sell fur and tell management why you will not shop there. How can the suffering of a fellow species make one feel more beautiful? For more information, contact www.bornfreeusa.org. Patricia Marks Wilkes-Barre

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heritage, late teens or early 20s and about 5 feet, 4 inches tall and 150 pounds. State police exhumed the body and fetus on Oct. 30, 2007, and with the use of modern technology, obtained DNA samples that were added to the National DNA Index System, a database used by law enforcement agencies. A dental examination also was performed. Hopes of a match with DNA samples already in the database have not been realized. “I wish there was,” McAndrew said. “Unfortunately, it hasn’t led

us any closer. If we could identify her, it will certainly help us out immensely and most likely lead us to her killer.” The woman’s body was reburied with her unborn child in a donated burial vault at the Laurytown Road Cemetery in Lehigh Township. McAndrew said a soggy New York Sunday News newspaper dated Sept. 26, 1976, was found inside one of the suitcases. “In researching the newspaper angle, we found out that the circulation was in multiple states, not just in New York,” McAndrew said. McAndrew said the suitcases, which had the handles removed, were also thoroughly investigated. “The handles on the suitcases

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were cut off,” he said. “With people saying the handles were cut off because of fingerprints, the person would still have to handle other parts of the suitcase.” McAndrew said investigators learned that a specific suitcase manufacturer discarded flawed suitcases by removing the handles. “It remains an unsolved homicide but we continue to work on it,” he said. Even after 35 years, McAndrew said the case has generated interest.

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President Judge Thomas Burke, to decide how the county will meet its constitutional mandate to provide legal counsel to them and others who cannot afford a private attorney, Flora said. Flora has the authority to decline representation based on the canons of legal ethics, which state an attorney has an obligation to decline to represent a person if they cannot do so effectively. There are court cases that have upheld that principle, he said. Flora said the policy leaves county judges with two options: They can appoint the county’s 11 conflict counsel attorneys, who represent defendants when the Public Defender’s Office has a conflict of interest, to the cases, or they could appoint other private attorneys to represent the defendants. A third option would be to appoint the Public Defender’s Office over its objections, but that would cause his office to take an “aggressive” position with the

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A five-minute video paying tribute to Beth Doe was posted on Youtube.com and has been seen by more than 7,660 viewers. Beth Doe’s unsolved case also is listed on the Doe Network and NameUs websites, and an extensive history of the case is viewable online. “In our troop, we have six unidentified bodies dating back to the 1970s. In this particular case, the public is constantly looking for new information and updates. We continue to receive information and tips about her,” McAndrew said. Anyone with information about the woman is asked to contact McAndrew at the state police Hazleton barracks at 4593890.

call that they were unhappy with the measure. “I’ve never seen us so unified,” Rep. Louie Gohmert, R-Texas, said as he left a two-hour, closeddoor meeting Monday night where Republicans firmed up their plans. Not surprisingly, the White House weighed in on the side of Obama’s Democratic allies. Spokesman Jay Carney said Boehner was for the two-month stopgap bill “before he was against it” — a claim that the House speaker flatly denied. Ironically, until the House rank and file revolted, it appeared that Republicans had outmaneuvered Obama on one point. The two-month measure that cleared the Senate required him to decide within 60 days to allow

construction on a proposed oil pipeline that promises thousands of construction jobs. Obama had threatened to veto legislation that included the requirement, then did an about face. The president recently announced he was delaying a decision on the pipeline until after the 2012 elections, meaning that while seeking a new term, he would not have to choose between disappointing environmentalists who oppose the project and blue collar unions that support it. The Senate-passed bill, as well as one that cleared the House last week, also would avert a threatened 27 percent cut in payments to doctors who treat Medicare patients. There was no controversy on that provision, or much of one on

anything but the duration of an extension. Democrats gleefully distributed evidence of GOP disagreement, including comments from Sen. Scott Brown of Massachusetts, Richard Lugar of Indiana and others urging the House to approve the two-month measure. But first-term House Republicans were unmoved. “What they (the Senate) sent us over was an insult to the American people,” said Rep. Ann Marie Buerkle, R-N.Y. “I don’t care about political implications” of letting taxes go up Jan. 1 for 160 million Americans, said Rep. Tom Reed, R-N.Y. “We will stay here as long as it takes in order to do what’s right for the American people. ” Professing a lack of concern about higher taxes was not a widely held position inside the party leadership, though. For both parties, the political implications seemed to matter hugely. The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee announced it was sending automated phone calls into households in 20 targeted GOP-held districts demanding that lawmakers support the two-month extension, lest taxes go up. Not to be outdone, the National Republican Congressional Committee issued a statement headlined “Vacation, All House Dems Ever Wanted” and claiming that Democrats wanted to raise taxes on the middle class.

court, which could ultimately lead to a lawsuit, he said. Flora stressed that would be a last resort, but he’s prepared to do so because the staffing issue has reached a crisis level. “We are following the law as required. We put the court on notice,” he said. “It can try to reappoint us … (but) that would present a real quagmire for the court because it would be appointing us to represent people when it knows we can’t meet our constitutional mandate. … These judges have to understand they can’t force our lawyers into a position where the constitutional rights of people are being deprived.” Under the new policy, the Public Defender’s Office will represent only persons charged with homicide, a felony sex offense, state parole violations, juvenile cases, mental health commitments, probation revocations and any defendant who is incarcerated, regardless of the charge. All other new cases, including some of the most common offenses such as drunken driving, theft and assault, will be denied unless the person is incarcerated. Burke said Monday he be-

lieves the policy will initially cause a “log jam” within the county court and magistrate court system as many hearings will have to be continued until it’s determined who will represent a defendant. Burke said it’s premature to say how the court intends to handle the matter. He said he plans to meet with fellow county judges this week to discuss the issue and determine how to proceed. Flora said he realizes he has taken a drastic action. He said he felt he had no choice because the requests he and his predecessor, Basil Russin, made for additional staff have been repeatedly denied for years. The American Bar Association standards say a full-time attorney should handle no more than 150 felony cases per year. Flora said he has part-time attorneys who are handling 150 to 200 cases per year, of which 80 to 90 percent are felonies. One parttime attorney handled 260 cases last year. “I don’t know what else to do,” Flora said. “I’m afraid if I hold off any longer something serious is going to happen. I don’t want to violate my own ethical obliga-

tion.” Flora said he sent Doug Pape, the county’s chief clerk/manager, a letter last week advising him of the policy. He said he has not heard anything from county commissioners. Flora said he also reached out to county councilman-elect Jim Bobeck, who is part of the transition team, to seek a meeting with incoming council members. Bobeck, an attorney, said Flora has raised legitimate concerns regarding his department’s caseload, which he believes is at a “dangerous” level. “There is a real concern about the ability to provide adequate representation,” Bobeck said. Bobeck said something needs to be done, but doesn’t know if it’s realistic to expect the office to meet American Bar Association standards for caseloads. “No county in Pennsylvania meets that standard. It’s sort of a perfect world case number,” he said. “Al is going to have to sit down in the next year with the county manager. They will have to come to some agreement as to what is a more reasonable number of cases per attorney.”

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gram — renewal of the tax cuts and long-term unemployment benefits — that Republican and Democratic leaders alike said they favored. It was the latest and likely the last such partisan confrontation in a year of divided government that brought the Treasury to the brink of a first-ever default last summer, and more than once pushed the vast federal establishment to the edge of a partial shutdown. This time, unlike the others, Republican divisions were prominently on display. The two-month measure that cleared the Senate, 89-10, on Saturday had the full support of the GOP leader, Sen. Mitch McConnell, who also told reporters he was optimistic the House would sign on. Senate negotiators had tried to agree on a compromise to cover a full year, but were unable to come up with enough savings to offset the cost and prevent deficits from rising. The two-month extension was a fallback, and officials say that when McConnell personally informed Boehner and House Majority Leader Eric Cantor of the deal at a private meeting, they said they would check with their rank and file. But on Saturday, restive House conservatives made clear during a telephone conference

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go on, but there will always be a hole in our hearts.” President Barack Obama and Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki recently observed the end of the U.S. military presence in Iraq, with all troops due out Dec. 31. Nearly 4,500 U.S. service members have been killed in Iraq since the war began in March 2003. About 32,000 have been wounded. “I’d like to know who won,” Marianne said. “And at what cost. As far as I’m concerned, everybody lost. This is anti-climactic. When will the troops come back from Afghanistan?” Marianne said her heart will always be broken. “I lost one of my children,” she said. “What should have been isn’t going to happen.” For nearly three years after her son’s death, Marianne spoke to elected officials, wrote letters and went to Washington, D.C., to lobby to get U.S. troops home. And then she stopped making her impassioned pleas. “I got tired of banging my head against the wall,” Marianne said. “I shifted gears.” The Clearys established the 1st Lt. Michael Cleary Memorial Fund through the Luzerne Foundation. So far, Jack said, the foundation has issued more than $150,000 in grants to veterans and their families and to organizations that help children with special needs. Their son, Patrick, has Down syndrome, and he is employed and involved with several organizations. During the 2008 presidential campaign, Erin Cleary attended a debate in New Hampshire and told Sen. John McCain, the GOP candi-

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PA . C I T I Z E N S K I L L E D OR WOUNDED IN IRAQ According to statistics provided by Jim Spagnola, director of veterans affairs for Luzerne County: • 155 Pennsylvanians were killed by hostile forces • 43 were killed by non-hostile forces • 1,239 were wounded by hostile forces

of them,” Wilgus said. “But there is one that I think about all the time. He said to me that if anything ever happened to him, that I should find someone to take care of me and J.D. I know he meant that; I just never thought I would be faced with do“I just want to say ‘Welcome ing it.” So life is going on for Wilgus and home, boys,’ and be happy with her son, but not without struggle. your families, especially at this time “J.D. has his ups and downs,” she of year,” he said. “I wish all the soldiers will come said. “We all still do.” home soon,” he said. “It’s a shame A soldier’s thoughts we had to lose so many.” He thanked the American people Havingservedwiththe1stBattalion of the109th Field Artillery of the for their enduring support of the Pennsylvania Army National troops. “If it wasn’t for them, there would Guard, Sgt. Michael Skoniecki retired from the unit in 2008. Sko- have been no push to go on,” he niecki, 46, did two tours -- one each said. in Iraq and Afghanistan. Skoniecki, of Nanticoke, has Mixed emotions Jim Spagnola, director of veterbeen diagnosed with post-traumatans’ affairs for Luzerne County, said ic stress disorder. “They thought I had a heart at- he has mixed emotions about the announced end of the Iraq War. tack,” he said. “On one hand, I’m happy that our Skoniecki has strong opinions that he keeps mostly to himself. But servicemen and women are no he offered his thoughts on the end longer in harm’s way in Iraq, but I’m waiting to see if Iraq remains stable of the war. “We spent many years over there and democratic,” Spagnola said. and we mostly did a lot of rebuild- “Only time will tell. But no matter ing of the damage we did,” he said. what, the men and women of the “This all stemmed from Afghanis- U.S. military should be proud of tan – with the bombing of the twin what they’ve accomplished.” Karla Porter, of the Veterans Multowers (at the World Trade Center in New York City on 9/11/01). As ti-Care Alliance, said soldiers that far as the Iraq War, we went to finish served in Iraq aren’t really talking a job we should have back in Desert about the end of the war. She said she has asked for comments on the Storm.” Skoniecki said he feels U.S. group’s Facebook page, but there have been few responses. troops did a good job. “I think they’re just tired,” Porter “But too many lives have been said. “There was much more celelost,” he quickly added. Skoniecki believes many of the bration when U.S. troops took returning soldiers will be deployed Baghdad and when Saddam Hussein was captured.” to Afghanistan in the future.

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date, about her brother. McCain later visited Erin’s home with his son, Jim, the day before Jim’s deployment to Iraq. The Cleary family – including Jack, Marianne and Patrick – were there. McCain sat next to Marianne.“I told him if he wanted to be president, he needs to end the war,” she recalled. “He said he couldn’t do that; that we had to finish the job.” Jack still runs his business, Cleary Forest Products, and Marianne volunteers at Blue Chip Farms, a rescue kennel with a “no-kill” policy. She also plays tennis and spent time as a substitute school teacher. Jack and Marianne have differing views on soldiering – she said Mikey wanted to be a soldier from the time he was a young boy, inspired by his dad, a U.S. Army veteran, and a proud Cleary heritage of military service. “For someone who doesn’t believe in war, war has had a major impact on my life,” Marianne said. “Some wonderful people will be coming home to be reunited with their families and that’s good. But look at what the war did to our family. And think of how many others there are like us.” Jack spoke to Mikey the day before his son was killed. He said Mikey planned to come home and work at his father’s company. “There is nothing he wouldn’t do for his men,” Jack said the day after his son’s death. “He was disgusted with the way the war has been portrayed in the media. But he was also terribly ready to come home and be out of there.” Jack said the Christmas season is tough for the family. They will all be in New Hampshire with Erin and her husband and family. “You never forget what you’ve lost,” Jack said. “But you learn to value what you have.”

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San Francisco 49ers cornerback Carlos Rogers intercepts a pass in the first quarter of a game in San Francisco on Monday.

Lights go out on Steelers and ’Niners Power problems delay key Monday night game twice as stadium goes dark. EDITOR’S NOTE: At press time, the San Francisco 49ers were leading the Pittsburgh Steelers 20-3 in the fourth quarter of Monday night’s game. For complete coverage, go to www.timesleader.com. By JANIE McCAULEY AP Sports Writer

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Penn State quarterback Matt McGloin speaks to reporters during media day for the TicketCity Bowl, in State College on Monday. No. 24 Penn State will meet No. 20 Houston in the Bowl game on Jan. 2.

QB McGloin addresses his ‘scuffle’ with teammate

By DEREK LEVARSE dlevarse@timesleader.com

STATE COLLEGE -- He called it a “scuffle.” A “freak accident.” “You can’t even call it a fight,” Matt McGloin said. However you want to label it, the Penn State quarterback took responsibility for Saturday’s post-practice incident that landed him in the hospital. McGloin said he fell and hit his head on the floor of the team’s locker room while grappling with wide receiver Curtis Drake. "As a quarterback for this university, I should be held to a higher standard. It should not have happened," McGloin said Monday morning at the team’s Holuba Hall practice facility. "I should have walked away from it. Just two guys who got emotional about the game and got into an argument. "I’m going to take responsibility for it. It was immature. It was ill-timed. It

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related. McGloin said the situation lasted only 10 seconds. He said he was knocked out for a short time and came to on a stretcher before he was taken to Mount Nittany Medical Center. The Scranton native said he was told he suffered a seizure and is still undergoing concussion tests. McGloin has not been cleared by team doctors to practice and said he does not know if he will be able to play See SCUFFLE, Page 5B

One more black eye for program They spent most of this season playing quarterback shuffle. Now the Penn State Nittany Lions have to O P I N I O N deal with a quarter- ons? “It shouldn’t have happened,” back scuffle. Maybeonesituation McGloin said of his tussle with Drake this weekend. “I should have walked led to the other. When Nittany Lions starting quarter- away from it. As quarterback of this uniback Matt McGloin landed in the hospi- versity, I feel I’m held to a higher stantal after landing hard on his head during dard.” Apparently not. a locker room altercation with wide reBecauseastheunquestionedleaderof ceiver Curtis Drake, it gave Penn State another black eye in a season that’s pum- the offense, the starting quarterback isn’t supposed to get disrespected this meled the football program. And it showed a tremendous lack of way. Here’s the way it happened, according leadership in a program desperately needing some. IstherenothingsacredleftwiththeLi- See PROGRAM, Page 5B

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Bradley gets opportunity to talk about dream job By DEREK LEVARSE dlevarse@timesleader.com

❏ Joe Paterno has been released from the hospital and has shown improvement after being treated for lung cancer. 5B ❏ The ouster of Paterno after child sex abuse charges against his former assistant has been voted the sports story of the year by members of The Associated Press. 5B

should not have happened." Drake was not made available for comment and did not practice with the team Monday. The team said his absence was not injury-

PENGUINS

Sluggish start leads to loss

Outplayed for the first two periods, a rally comes up short for the Penguins. By TOM VENESKY tvenesky@timesleader.com

who has actually been confirmed to have interviewed for the full-time job. Penn State’s interim coach sat down with Joyner and the six-person search committee on Friday. On staff for 33 years, Bradley took over for Joe Paterno after the long-time coach was fired on Nov. 9. Three weeks later, Penn State officially announced the formation of a committee to find a permanent coach. It has now been another three weeks since the search began and very NABIL K. MARK/CENTER DAILY TIMES few details have emerged. Bradley said he was not told Penn State interim head coach Tom Bradley grimaces during a

STATE COLLEGE -- In a coaching search defined by its extreme secrecy, Tom Bradley isn’t about to take the subtle route himself. “(Penn State president Rod) Erickson was down today, congratulating our team on their No. 1 academic ranking for all bowl teams and I tried to schmooze him a little bit,” Bradley joked. “I gave him a No. 1 jersey -- maybe that will help my cause. I gave (acting athletic director) Dave Joyner a No. 70 jersey. I was trying to do the best I could do.” Bradley is the rare candidate See BRADLEY, Page 5B

SAN FRANCISCO — Candlestick Park went dark twice in the San Francisco 49ers’ much-anticipated return to prime time. Two power outages delayed the Niners’ Monday night game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, first just before kickoff and again early in the second quarter after the stadium moved to a backup power source. NFL security chief Jeff Miller said he witnessed a transformer blow up while he was monitoring a gate outside the stadium, where a shooting during the preseason already put a negative light on this venue. The first outage pushed back the opening kickoff by 20 minutes. Thousands of flashbulbs went off in the midst of the blackness, with a sellout crowd of 69,732 sitting in darkness. The second delay came early in the second quarter and halted the game again between 10-3 playoff-bound teams for about 15 minutes.

news conference in State College on Monday. Bradley interviewed to keep the job Friday.

WILKES-BARRE TWP. – Wilkes-Barre/ Scranton Penguins head coach John Hynes couldn’t put his finger on a single reason to explain Monday’s 2-1 loss to the Albany Devils. Instead, he listed several. “Our energy, our effort, our intensity, our one-onone battles and our willingDEVILS ness to compete at a high level was not there in the first two periods,” Hynes said. Those missing elements PENGUINS resulted in the Penguins being outshot 20-13 and down 1-0 after 40 minutes. The lackluster start to the last game before the holiday break wasn’t what the Penguins wanted, and the Devils staunch defense kept them frustrated. “They kept beating us back to pucks. We

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AMERICA’S LINE By Roxy Roxborough CIRCULAR REPORT: On the NFL board, the Packers - Bears circle is for numerous injuries to both sides. NO LINE REPORT: On the NFL board, all the no line games are for teams that played last night. Ticket City Bowl

NFL Favorite

Points

Underdog

Houston

Penn St

Outback Bowl

Thursday Texans

6.5

COLTS

Georgia

2.5

Michigan St

Capital One Bowl

Saturday CHIEFS

Raiders

Broncos

BILLS

TITANS

Jaguars

S Carolina Florida

4.5

Cards

Dolphins

13.5

Browns

Fiesta Bowl

JETS

Giants

Oklahoma St

REDSKINS

Vikings

PANTHERS

Bucs

STEELERS

LIONS

49ers

COWBOYS

Rams Chargers SEAHAWKS

Eagles

Nebraska

Ohio St

Wisconsin

Rose Bowl

BENGALS PATRIOTS RAVENS

Gator Bowl

Oregon

3.5

Stanford

January 3 Sugar Bowl Michigan

1 (V)

Va Tech

January 4 Orange Bowl Clemson

3.5

W Virginia

Kansas St

January 6

Sunday PACKERS

[12]

Bears

Cotton Bowl Arkansas

Monday SAINTS

Falcons

January 7

[]-denotes a circle game. A game is circled for a variety of reasons, with the prime factor being an injury. When a game is inside a circle, there is limited wagering. The line could move a few points in either direction, depending on the severity (probable, questionable, doubtful, out) of the injury. College Football

Compass Bowl

Favorite

January 9

Points

Underdog

St. Petersburg Bowl Fla Int’l

Marshall

Wednesday Poinsettia Bowl 11.5

La Tech

Thursday

Smu

Go Daddy.Com Bowl Arkansas St

No Illinois

Lsu

1.5

Alabama

Note: The (V) after the opening line denotes that Virginia Tech opened as a favorite. NBA Favorite

Points

Underdog

Sunday

Las Vegas Bowl Boise St

5.5

January 8

BCS Championship Game 4

Tcu

Pittsburgh

Arizona St

KNICKS

Celtics

Heat

2.5

MAVERICKS

Saturday

LAKERS

Bulls

Hawaii Bowl

THUNDER

6.5

Magic

Clippers

1.5

WARRIORS

So Miss

6.5

Nevada

Monday Independence Bowl Missouri

3.5

N Carolina

NOTE: The line on the Clippers - Warriors game shifted from an open of Golden State -2, to the LA Clippers -1.5 after the trade for Chris Paul College Basketball

December 27

Favorite

Points

Underdog

Little Caesars Bowl

r-NC State

ST. BONA

MIAMI-OHIO

5.5

RICHMOND

Old Dominion WRIGHT ST

Purdue

W. Michigan

Belk Bowl NC State

Louisville

Evansville

Idaho

2.5

December 28

VIRGINIA COMM

Uab

Military Bowl

NEBRASKA

C Michigan

NORTHERN IOWA

6.5

Ohio U

Valparaiso

NO ILLINOIS

Toledo

Air Force

Holiday Bowl Texas

California

LOUISIANA TECH

Northeastern

December 29

ILLINOIS ST

11.5

Ark-L Rock.

Champs Sports Bowl

BYU

Florida St

Notre Dame

Alamo Bowl Baylor

Washington

December 30 Tulsa

Pinstripe Bowl 2

Iowa St

Music City Bowl Miss St

6.5

Wake Forest

Insight Bowl Oklahoma

13.5

Butler

SAN JOSE ST

6.5

Cal-Davis

UCLA

Cal-Irvine

Kent St 2.5

Rutgers

Iowa

December 31

12.5

UTAH ST

Manhattan

11.5

Samford

BRADLEY

W Carolina. E Kentucky

ARKANSAS

LOUISVILLE

Charleston

NEW MEXICO

Montana St

Northwestern

Utah

Fight Hunger Bowl Illinois

Ucla

Liberty Bowl Vanderbilt

2.5

Cincinnati

Chick Fil-A Bowl Auburn

16.5

E Washington

NHL

Sun Bowl Ga Tech

TOWSON

ST. MARY’S-CA 10

St. Peter’s UT-Arlington

KENTUCKY

Meinke Car Care Texas Bowl Texas A&M

Buffalo

GONZAGA

Athletes in Action Classic

Armed Forces Bowl Byu

Favorite

Odds

Underdog

CAPITALS

-$145

Predators

DEVILS

-$125

Rangers

SENATORS

-$125

Sabres

Blackhawks

-$125

PENGUINS

PANTHERS

-$140

Coyotes

JETS

-$155

Islanders

FLAMES

-$150

Wild

January 2

TODAY'S GAMES BOYS BASKETBALL GAR at Dallas, 7:15 p.m. GIRLS BASKETBALL Meyers at Tunkhannock, 7:15 p.m. Nanticoke at Pittston Area, 7:15 p.m. HS BOWLING Col-Mont Vo-Tech at Berwick, 3 p.m. HS RIFLE East Stroudsburg South at Berwick, 4 p.m. HS SWIMMING Abington Heights at Berwick, 4:30 p.m. Hanover Area at West Scranton, 4:30 p.m. Lake Lehman at Elk Lake, 4:30 p.m. Tunkhannock at Holy Redeemer, 4:30 p.m. Delaware Valley at Hazleton Area, 4:30 p.m. Wyoming Valley West at Scranton, 4:30 p.m. Scranton Prep at Dallas, 4:30 p.m. HS WRESTLING Berwick at Abington Heights, 6 p.m. Coughlin at Wallenpaupack, 7 p.m. Crestwood at GAR, 7 p.m. Pittston Area at Delaware Valley, 7 p.m. WEDNESDAY, DEC. 21 BOYS BASKETBALL (7:15 p.m.) Bethlehem Freedom at Holy Redeemer Coughlin at Northwest GAR at Wyoming Valley West Hanover Area at Wyoming Area Lake-Lehman at Berwick Nanticoke at Pittston Area Pocono Mountain East at Crestwood Pocono Mountain West at Hazleton Area GIRLS BASKETBALL Wyoming Area at Hanover Area, 7 p.m. Berwick at Meyers, 7:15 p.m. Crestwood at Nanticoke, 7:15 p.m. Northwest at Coughlin, 7:15 p.m. Tunkhannock at Mountain View, 7:15 p.m. HS SWIMMING Dunmore at Nanticoke, 4 p.m. Coughlin at Pittston Area, 4 p.m. Wyoming Area at Meyers, 4:30 p.m. HS WRESTLING (all matches 7 p.m.) Nanticoke at Montrose Elk Lake at Lake-Lehman Tunkhannock at Honesdale Crestwood at Scranton Hazleton Area at West Scranton Wyoming Valley West at Western Wayne Valley View at Dallas

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COLLEGE FOOTBALL 8 p.m. ESPN — Beef ’O’Brady’s Bowl, FIU vs. Marshall, at St. Petersburg, Fla. MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL 7 p.m. ESPN2 — Samford at Kentucky 9 p.m. ESPN2 — Butler at Gonzaga NBA BASKETBALL 7 p.m. CSN — Preseason, Washington at Philadelphia NHL HOCKEY 7 p.m. MSG, PLUS — N.Y. Rangers at New Jersey 7:30 p.m. VERSUS — Chicago at Pittsburgh 8:30 p.m. PLUS2 — N.Y. Islanders at Winnipeg

Northeast Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Boston.......................... 31 21 9 1 43 108 61 Buffalo.......................... 32 16 13 3 35 89 94 Toronto ........................ 32 16 13 3 35 100 105 Ottawa .......................... 33 15 14 4 34 102 116 Montreal....................... 33 13 13 7 33 85 89 Southeast Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Florida ........................... 33 18 9 6 42 90 84 Winnipeg....................... 32 15 13 4 34 89 97 Washington .................. 31 16 14 1 33 91 96 Tampa Bay.................... 32 14 16 2 30 87 107 Carolina......................... 34 10 18 6 26 86 116 WESTERN CONFERENCE Central Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Chicago........................ 33 21 8 4 46 111 98 St. Louis....................... 32 19 9 4 42 82 69 Detroit .......................... 31 20 10 1 41 104 69 Nashville ...................... 32 17 11 4 38 85 84 Columbus .................... 33 9 20 4 22 80 111 Northwest Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Minnesota.................... 33 20 8 5 45 84 72 Vancouver ................... 32 19 11 2 40 106 80 Calgary ........................ 33 14 15 4 32 82 94 Edmonton .................... 32 14 15 3 31 87 87 Colorado ...................... 33 15 17 1 31 88 100 Pacific Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA San Jose ....................... 30 17 10 3 37 86 74 Dallas ............................ 31 18 12 1 37 80 86 Phoenix ......................... 32 16 13 3 35 84 85 Los Angeles ................. 32 14 14 4 32 69 79 Anaheim........................ 32 9 18 5 23 75 105 NOTE: Two points for a win, one point for overtime loss. Sunday's Games Florida 3, Carolina 2, OT Chicago 4, Calgary 2 St. Louis 6, Columbus 4 Monday's Games Boston 3, Montreal 2 Los Angeles 3, Toronto 2 Dallas 5, Anaheim 3 Philadelphia at Colorado, late Detroit at Edmonton, late. Minnesota at Vancouver, late Today's Games N.Y. Rangers at New Jersey, 7 p.m. Nashville at Washington, 7 p.m. Chicago at Pittsburgh, 7:30 p.m. Buffalo at Ottawa, 7:30 p.m. Phoenix at Florida, 7:30 p.m. N.Y. Islanders at Winnipeg, 8:30 p.m. Minnesota at Calgary, 9 p.m. Wednesday's Games Phoenix at Carolina, 7 p.m. Montreal at Chicago, 7:30 p.m. Philadelphia at Dallas, 7:30 p.m. St. Louis at Colorado, 9:30 p.m. Detroit at Vancouver, 10 p.m. Tampa Bay at San Jose, 10:30 p.m.

American Hockey League EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA St. John’s ............... 29 17 7 4 1 39 106 89 Manchester............ 31 18 11 0 2 38 83 79 Worcester .............. 26 13 7 3 3 32 73 64 Portland.................. 28 13 12 1 2 29 74 87 Providence............. 31 13 15 1 2 29 66 92 East Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Hershey.................. 29 16 8 3 2 37 106 86 Penguins............... 29 16 8 1 4 37 89 78 Norfolk.................... 30 18 11 0 1 37 112 87 Syracuse................ 27 12 12 2 1 27 88 90 Binghamton ........... 31 11 18 1 1 24 72 93 Northeast Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Connecticut............ 28 16 8 1 3 36 90 81 Adirondack ............. 28 15 11 1 1 32 82 75 Albany ..................... 28 12 11 3 2 29 65 86 Springfield .............. 28 13 14 1 0 27 79 78 Bridgeport............... 29 11 14 3 1 26 80 100 WESTERN CONFERENCE Midwest Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Charlotte................. 30 17 11 1 1 36 82 77 Milwaukee .............. 26 17 8 0 1 35 80 67 Chicago .................. 27 13 10 1 3 30 72 73 Peoria ..................... 31 14 15 1 1 30 95 93 Rockford ................. 28 11 14 1 2 25 89 102 North Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Toronto.................... 29 15 10 3 1 34 83 77 Rochester ............... 29 12 12 4 1 29 80 86 Lake Erie................. 29 13 14 1 1 28 69 73 Grand Rapids ......... 28 12 13 1 2 27 84 87 Hamilton .................. 28 11 13 1 3 26 60 85 West Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Oklahoma City........ 29 20 7 0 2 42 87 65 Houston................... 30 16 5 2 7 41 88 75 Abbotsford .............. 29 19 8 2 0 40 75 67 San Antonio ............ 28 14 14 0 0 28 66 80 Texas....................... 27 12 14 0 1 25 80 83 NOTE: Two points are awarded for a win, one point for an overtime or shootout loss. Sunday's Games Binghamton 4, Adirondack 1 Manchester 3, Worcester 1 Hamilton 3, Abbotsford 2, OT Chicago 2, Toronto 1 St. John’s 5, Portland 2 Providence 2, Bridgeport 0 San Antonio 4, Texas 2 Norfolk 6, Hershey 3 Charlotte 3, Oklahoma City 2, SO Milwaukee 3, Peoria 1 Rochester 6, Houston 3 Monday's Games Albany 2, Penguins 1 Tuesday's Games Oklahoma City at Charlotte, 7 p.m. Wednesday's Games Syracuse at Hershey, 7 p.m. Abbotsford at Grand Rapids, 7 p.m. Adirondack at Connecticut, 7 p.m. Binghamton at Albany, 7 p.m. Springfield at Worcester, 7 p.m. Lake Erie at Rochester, 7:05 p.m. Texas at Houston, 8:05 p.m. Toronto at Rockford, 8:05 p.m.

F O O T B A L L National Football League

Virginia

L O C A L C A L E N D A R

WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL 10 p.m. PLUS, ROOT — Tennessee at Stanford

T R A N S A C T I O N S BASEBALL National League NEW YORK METS — Agreed to terms with RHP Frank Francisco on a two-year contract. WASHINGTON NATIONALS — Named Tony Beasley manager of Syracuse (IL), Matthew LaCroy manager of Harrisburg (EL), Brian Rupp manager of Potomac (Carolina) and Tripp Keister manager of the Gulf Coast Nationals. BASKETBALL National Basketball Association NEW YORK KNICKS — Signed G Baron Davis. SACRAMENTO KINGS — Voided the contract of F-C Chuck Hayes after he failed a physical. WASHINGTON WIZARDS — Signed G Nick Young to a one-year contract. FOOTBALL National Football League CINCINNATI BENGALS — Signed CB Devon Torrence to the practice squad. Canadian Football League EDMONTON ESKIMOS — Signed PK Derek Schiavone. HOCKEY National Hockey League NHL — Suspended Boston F Milan Lucic one game for checking Philadelphia F Zac Rinaldo from behind during Saturday’s game. BOSTON BRUINS — Recalled F Jordan Caron and D Steve Kampfer from Providence (AHL). FLORIDA PANTHERS — Recalleed LW Tim Kennedy from San Antonio (AHL). Returned C Greg Rallo to San Antonio. NASHVILLE PREDATORS — Recalled F Blake Geoffrion and D Jonathon Blum from Milwaukee (AHL). PHOENIX COYOTES — Assigned D Chris Summers and G Justin Pogge to Portland (AHL). American Hockey League BRIDGEPORT SOUND TIGERS — Released D Wes Cunningham, F Kael Mouillierat and F Tyler Ruegsegger. CONNECTICUT WHALE — Reassigned D Lee Baldwin to Greenville (ECHL). SOCCER Major League Soccer CHIVAS USA — Signed G Dan Kennedy to a multiyear contract. COLUMBUS CREW — Signed D Chad Marshall to a multiyear contract extension. MONTREAL IMPACT — Signed M Patrice Bernier. COLLEGE IDAHO STATE — Announced the resignation of men’s basketball coach Joe O’Brien. Promoted men’s assistant basketball coach Deane Martin to interim head coach.

H O C K E Y National Hockey League EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division GP W L OT Pts Philadelphia ................. 31 20 8 3 43 N.Y. Rangers ............... 30 18 8 4 40 Pittsburgh ..................... 33 18 11 4 40 New Jersey .................. 32 18 13 1 37 N.Y. Islanders .............. 30 10 14 6 26

GF 110 87 107 90 69

GA 91 67 88 92 97

AMERICAN CONFERENCE East W L T Pct y-New England ...................... 11 3 0 .786 N.Y. Jets................................. 8 6 0 .571 Miami ...................................... 5 9 0 .357 Buffalo .................................... 5 9 0 .357 South W L T Pct y-Houston............................. 10 4 0 .714 Tennessee ........................... 7 7 0 .500 Jacksonville ......................... 4 10 0 .286 Indianapolis.......................... 1 13 0 .071 North W L T Pct x-Pittsburgh.......................... 10 3 0 .769 x-Baltimore ........................... 10 4 0 .714

PF 437 346 286 311

PA 297 315 269 371

PF 343 279 207 211

PA 236 278 293 395

PF PA 282 198 334 236

Cincinnati.............................. 8 6 0 .571 Cleveland ............................. 4 10 0 .286 West W L T Pct Denver..................................... 8 6 0 .571 Oakland ................................... 7 7 0 .500 San Diego ............................... 7 7 0 .500 Kansas City............................. 6 8 0 .429 NATIONAL CONFERENCE East W L T Pct Dallas ...................................... 8 6 0 .571 N.Y. Giants.............................. 7 7 0 .500 Philadelphia............................ 6 8 0 .429 Washington ............................ 5 9 0 .357 South W L T Pct x-New Orleans..................... 11 3 0 .786 Atlanta................................... 9 5 0 .643 Carolina ................................ 5 9 0 .357 Tampa Bay ........................... 4 10 0 .286 North W L T Pct y-Green Bay ......................... 13 1 0 .929 Detroit ................................... 9 5 0 .643 Chicago ................................ 7 7 0 .500 Minnesota ............................ 2 12 0 .143 West W L T Pct y-San Francisco................... 10 3 0 .769 Seattle ................................... 7 7 0 .500 Arizona ................................. 7 7 0 .500 St. Louis ............................... 2 12 0 .143 x-clinched playoff spot y-clinched division Thursday's Game Atlanta 41, Jacksonville 14 Saturday's Game Dallas 31, Tampa Bay 15 Sunday's Games New Orleans 42, Minnesota 20 Seattle 38, Chicago 14 Cincinnati 20, St. Louis 13 Carolina 28, Houston 13 Kansas City 19, Green Bay 14 Indianapolis 27, Tennessee 13 Miami 30, Buffalo 23 Washington 23, N.Y. Giants 10 Detroit 28, Oakland 27 New England 41, Denver 23 Arizona 20, Cleveland 17, OT Philadelphia 45, N.Y. Jets 19 San Diego 34, Baltimore 14 Monday's Game Pittsburgh at San Francisco, late Thursday, Dec. 22 Houston at Indianapolis, 8:20 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 24 Oakland at Kansas City, 1 p.m. Jacksonville at Tennessee, 1 p.m. St. Louis at Pittsburgh, 1 p.m. Denver at Buffalo, 1 p.m. Tampa Bay at Carolina, 1 p.m. Minnesota at Washington, 1 p.m. Cleveland at Baltimore, 1 p.m. Miami at New England, 1 p.m. N.Y. Giants at N.Y. Jets, 1 p.m. Arizona at Cincinnati, 1 p.m. San Diego at Detroit, 4:05 p.m. San Francisco at Seattle, 4:15 p.m. Philadelphia at Dallas, 4:15 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 25 Chicago at Green Bay, 8:20 p.m. Monday, Dec. 26 Atlanta at New Orleans, 8:30 p.m.

THE TIMES LEADER 305 283 195 274 PF 292 317 358 192

PA 343 382 313 319

PF 348 334 342 252

PA 296 372 311 300

PF 457 341 341 247

PA 306 281 368 401

PF 480 395 315 294

PA 297 332 293 406

PF 307 284 273 166

PA 182 273 305 346

College Football FBS Bowl Glance Saturday, Dec. 17 New Mexico Bowl At Albuquerque Temple 37, Wyoming 15 Famous Idaho Potato Bowl At Boise, Idaho Ohio 24, Utah State 23 New Orleans Bowl Louisiana-Lafayette 32, San Diego State 30 Today's Games Beef 'O'Brady's Bowl At St. Petersburg, Fla. Marshall (6-6) vs. FIU (8-4), 8 p.m. (ESPN) Wednesday, Dec. 21 Poinsettia Bowl At San Diego TCU (10-2) vs. Louisiana Tech (8-4), 8 p.m. (ESPN) Thursday, Dec. 22 MAACO Bowl At Las Vegas Boise State (11-1) vs. Arizona State (6-6), 8 p.m. (ESPN) Saturday, Dec. 24 Hawaii Bowl At Honolulu Nevada (7-5) vs. Southern Mississippi (11-2), 8 p.m. (ESPN) Monday, Dec. 26 Independence Bowl At Shreveport, La. North Carolina (7-5) vs. Missouri (7-5), 5 p.m. (ESPN2) Tuesday, Dec. 27 Little Caesars Pizza Bowl At Detroit Western Michigan (7-5) vs. Purdue (6-6), 4:30 p.m. (ESPN2) Belk Bowl At Charlotte, N.C. North Carolina State (7-5) vs. Louisville (7-5), 8 p.m. (ESPN) Wednesday, Dec. 28 Military Bowl At Washington Air Force (7-5) vs. Toledo (8-4), 4:30 p.m. (ESPN) Holiday Bowl At San Diego Texas (7-5) vs. California (7-5), 8 p.m. (ESPN) Thursday, Dec. 29 Champs Sports Bowl At Orlando, Fla. Florida State (8-4) vs. Notre Dame (8-4), 5:30 p.m. (ESPN) Alamo Bowl At San Antonio Baylor (9-3) vs. Washington (7-5), 9 p.m. (ESPN) Friday, Dec. 30 Armed Forces Bowl At Dallas Tulsa (8-4) vs. BYU (9-3), Noon (ESPN) Pinstripe Bowl At Bronx, N.Y. Rutgers (8-4) vs. Iowa State (6-6), 3:30 p.m. (ESPN) Music City Bowl At Nashville, Tenn. Mississippi State (6-6) vs. Wake Forest (6-6), 6:40 p.m. (ESPN) Insight Bowl At Tempe, Ariz. Oklahoma (9-3) vs. Iowa (7-5), 10 p.m. (ESPN) Saturday, Dec. 31 Meineke Car Care Bowl At Houston Texas A&M (6-6) vs. Northwestern (6-6), Noon (ESPN) Sun Bowl At El Paso, Texas

Georgia Tech (8-4) vs. Utah (7-5), 2 p.m. (CBS) Liberty Bowl At Memphis, Tenn. Vanderbilt (6-6) vs. Cincinnati (9-3), 3:30 p.m. (ESPN) Fight Hunger Bowl At San Francisco UCLA (6-7) vs. Illinois (6-6), 3:30 p.m. (ESPN) Chick-fil-A Bowl At Atlanta Virginia (8-4) vs. Auburn (7-5), 7:30 p.m. (ESPN) Monday, Jan. 2 TicketCity Bowl At Dallas Penn State (9-3) vs. Houston (12-1), Noon (ESPNU) Capital One Bowl At Orlando, Fla. Nebraska (9-3) vs. South Carolina (10-2), 1 p.m. (ESPN) Outback Bowl At Tampa, Fla. Georgia (10-3) vs. Michigan State (10-3), 1 p.m. (ABC) Gator Bowl At Jacksonville, Fla. Florida (6-6) vs. Ohio State (6-6), 1 p.m. (ESPN2) Rose Bowl At Pasadena, Calif. Oregon (11-2) vs. Wisconsin (11-2), 5 p.m. (ESPN) Fiesta Bowl At Glendale, Ariz. Stanford (11-1) vs. Oklahoma State (11-1), 8:30 p.m. (ESPN) Tuesday, Jan. 3 Sugar Bowl At New Orleans Michigan (10-2) vs. Virginia Tech (11-2), 8 p.m. (ESPN) Wednesday, Jan. 4 Orange Bowl At Miami West Virginia (9-3) vs. Clemson (10-3), 8 p.m. (ESPN) Friday, Jan. 6 Cotton Bowl At Arlington, Texas Kansas State (10-2) vs. Arkansas (10-2), 8 p.m. (FOX) Saturday, Jan. 7 BBVA Compass Bowl At Birmingham, Ala. Pittsburgh (6-6) vs. SMU (7-5), Noon (ESPN) Sunday, Jan. 8 GoDaddy.com Bowl At Mobile, Ala. Arkansas State (10-2) vs. Northern Illinois (10-3), 9 p.m. (ESPN) Monday, Jan. 9 BCS National Championship At New Orleans LSU (13-0) vs. Alabama (11-1), 8:30 p.m. (ESPN)

B A S K E T B A L L National Basketball Association Preseason Glance EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division W L Pct Boston............................. 1 0 1.000 New York ........................ 1 0 1.000 Philadelphia ................... 1 0 1.000 New Jersey .................... 0 1 .000 Toronto ........................... 0 1 .000 Southeast Division W L Pct Miami............................... 1 0 1.000 Atlanta ............................. 0 0 .000 Charlotte ......................... 0 0 .000 Orlando ........................... 0 1 .000 Washington .................... 0 1 .000 Central Division W L Pct Chicago........................... 1 0 1.000 Cleveland........................ 1 0 1.000 Detroit ............................. 0 1 .000 Indiana ............................ 0 1 .000 Milwaukee....................... 0 1 .000 WESTERN CONFERENCE Southwest Division W L Pct Houston .......................... 1 0 1.000 New Orleans .................. 1 0 1.000 Dallas .............................. 0 1 .000 Memphis ......................... 0 1 .000 San Antonio.................... 0 1 .000 Northwest Division W L Pct Minnesota....................... 1 0 1.000 Oklahoma City ............... 1 0 1.000 Denver ............................ 0 0 .000 Portland........................... 0 0 .000 Utah................................. 0 0 .000 Pacific Division W L Pct Golden State .................. 1 0 1.000 L.A. Clippers .................. 0 0 .000 L.A. Lakers ..................... 0 0 .000 Phoenix........................... 0 0 .000 Sacramento.................... 0 1 .000 Sunday's Games Boston 76, Toronto 75 Miami 118, Orlando 85 Oklahoma City 106, Dallas 92 Monday's Games Charlotte 79, Atlanta 77 Utah at Portland, late L.A. Clippers at L.A. Lakers, late Today's Games Washington at Philadelphia, 7 p.m. Detroit at Cleveland, 7 p.m. Indiana at Chicago, 8 p.m. Dallas at Oklahoma City, 8 p.m. Phoenix at Denver, 9 p.m. Golden State at Sacramento, 10 p.m. Wednesday's Games Miami at Orlando, 7 p.m. Toronto at Boston, 7:30 p.m. New Jersey at New York, 7:30 p.m. Memphis at New Orleans, 8 p.m. Minnesota at Milwaukee, 8 p.m. Houston at San Antonio, 8:30 p.m. Portland at Utah, 9 p.m. L.A. Lakers at L.A. Clippers, 10:30 p.m.

College Basketball Men's College Basketball Schedule Today's Games EAST Texas St. at LIU, 7 p.m. St. Francis (Pa.) at Pittsburgh, 7 p.m. New Hampshire at Providence, 7 p.m. Hampton at Robert Morris, 7 p.m. NC State at St. Bonaventure, 7 p.m. Bucknell at Syracuse, 7 p.m. Manhattan at Towson, 7 p.m. SOUTH Rust at Alcorn St., 7 p.m. Mercer at Georgia, 7 p.m. Samford at Kentucky, 7 p.m. Montreat at Liberty, 7 p.m.

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Bulletin Board items will not be accepted over the telephone. Items may be faxed to 831-7319, dropped off at the Times Leader or mailed to Times Leader, c/o Sports, 15 N, Main St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0250. Furman at Presbyterian, 7 p.m. E. Michigan at Radford, 7 p.m. Old Dominion at Richmond, 7 p.m. UNC Asheville at Tennessee, 7 p.m. UAB at VCU, 7:30 p.m. Northeastern at Louisiana Tech, 8 p.m. S. Utah at Troy, 8 p.m. Coll. of Charleston at Louisville, 9 p.m. MIDWEST IPFW at Purdue, 6:30 p.m. Evansville at Miami (Ohio), 7 p.m. Norfolk St. at Toledo, 7 p.m. Winthrop at W. Michigan, 7 p.m. Idaho at Wright St., 7 p.m. UALR at Illinois St., 7:05 p.m. St. Peter’s at Kent St., 7:30 p.m. W. Carolina at Bradley, 8 p.m. Valparaiso at N. Illinois, 8 p.m. Ohio at N. Iowa, 8 p.m. Cent. Michigan at Nebraska, 8 p.m. Lamar at Ohio St., 8:30 p.m. SOUTHWEST Prairie View at Stephen F. Austin, 7:30 p.m. E. Kentucky at Arkansas, 8 p.m. UTSA at Houston, 8 p.m. Grambling St. at North Texas, 8 p.m. N. Arizona at Sam Houston St., 8 p.m. FAR WEST Oakland at Arizona, 8 p.m. Buffalo at BYU, 9 p.m. Butler at Gonzaga, 9 p.m. Montana St. at New Mexico, 9 p.m. NC Central at Oregon, 10 p.m. E. Washington at Saint Mary’s (Cal), 10 p.m. UC Davis at San Jose St., 10 p.m. Texas-Arlington at Utah St., 10:05 p.m. UC Irvine at UCLA, 10:30 p.m. Women's College Basketball Top Twenty Five The top 25 teams in the The Associated Press’ women’s college basketball poll, with first-place votes in parentheses, records through Dec. 18, total points based on 25 points for a first-place vote through one point for a 25th-place vote and previous ranking: ..........................................................Record PtsPrv 1. Baylor (40) ................................... 11-01,000 1 2. UConn.......................................... 9-1 944 2 3. Notre Dame................................. 10-1 926 3 4. Stanford ....................................... 7-1 878 4 5. Maryland ...................................... 11-0 825 5 6. Tennessee .................................. 7-2 802 6 7. Miami............................................ 9-1 758 7 8. Kentucky...................................... 10-1 692 8 9. Duke............................................. 7-2 657 9 10. Texas A&M ............................... 8-2 613 10 11. Ohio St....................................... 10-0 585 12 12. Rutgers ...................................... 10-2 546 11 13. Georgia...................................... 8-1 500 13 14. Louisville ................................... 10-2 483 14 15. Texas Tech ............................... 9-0 476 15 16. Penn St...................................... 9-2 390 16 17. Georgetown .............................. 9-2 363 17 18. Green Bay.................................. 8-0 300 19 19. Delaware ................................... 8-0 259 21 20. Purdue ....................................... 8-3 213 22 21. DePaul ....................................... 10-2 204 23 22. Texas ......................................... 8-2 162 24 23. North Carolina .......................... 7-2 114 18 24. Nebraska................................... 10-1 110 25 25. Vanderbilt .................................. 10-1 103 20 Others receiving votes: Virginia 26, California 19, LSU 15, South Carolina 10, Arkansas 6, Northwestern 5, Georgia Tech 3, Gonzaga 3, Southern Cal 3, BYU 2, Michigan 2, Kansas 1, St. Bonaventure 1, Tulane 1. Ballots Online: http://tinyurl.com/43tz39t

Tencza first at Challenge

Alves wins junior cheer award

Samantha Tencza, a student at Dallas High School, recently earned a first-place award at the Misericordia Cougar Challenge cheer competition. Tencza competed in the senior tumble division. She has also been named to the UCA All-American team and will perform in the New Year’s Day parade in London. Tencza is the daughter of Jennifer and Jamie Sorber of Trucksville, and Brian and Erica Demchak of Hanover Township. She is the granddaughter of Pat and Ed Tencza of Hanover Township, and Mary and Ron Demchak of Plymouth Township.

Ashlie Alves, a student at Dallas Middle School, recently earned a first-place award at the Misericordia Cougar Challenge cheer competition. Alves competed in the junior nontumble division and performed a dance and cheer. Alves is the daughter of Lisa and Michael Alves. She is the granddaughter of Dr. Joseph and Mary Lombardo, and Jane Alves.

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HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS BASKETBALL

H I G H S C H O O L B OYS BAS K E T BA L L

Dallas impresses, thumps Hawkeyes By VAN ROSE For The Times Leader

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Lake-Lehman’s Pete Borum, center, pulls down a rebound between Devon Davis (12) and Marcus Cobb (31) of Coughlin during a game Monday.

Borum leads Lehman to win The Times Leader staff

LEHMAN TWP. – Pete Borum scored 23 points to lead Lake-Lehman to a 58-56 victory over Coughlin Monday night in high school boys basketball. Kevin Bohan assisted with 12 points and Chris O’Connor totaled 10 points. For Coughlin, Eric Heffers led the effort with 12 total points.

COUGHLIN (56): Heffers 4 0-0 12, Oliver 2 4-4 9, Trout 3 0-2 7, Flaherty 3 5-8 11, Cobb 4 2-3 11, Jeremiah 3 0-2 6, Keen 0 0-0 0. Totals 19 11-19 56. LAKE-LEHMAN (58): Bohan 5 0-0 12, Novitski 1 0-1 2, James 1 2-2 4, Poepperling 1 4-9 7, O’Connor 5 0-0 10, Dizbon 0 0-0 0, Borum 10 3-3 23. Totals 23 9-15 58. Coughlin ..................................... 6 18 17 15 — 56 Lake-Lehman............................. 20 13 16 9 — 58 3-Point Field Goals— COU 7 (Heffers 4, Oliver, Trout, Cobb); LEH 3 (Bohan 2, Poepperling)

Meyers 63, Wyoming Area 37 Ryan Krawczeniuk totaled 21 as Meyers defeated Wyoming Area 63-37 on Monday night. Eugene Lewis totaled 14

points and Rasheed Moore added nine to contribute to the win. Wyoming Area was led by Bart Chupka, who had nine points for the Warriors.

WYOMING AREA (37): Jo.Zezza 1 0-1 3, Adonizio 0 0-0 0, Newhart 2 1-2 7, Je.Zezza 0 0-0 0, Vullo 3 0-1 7, Carey 1 0-0 3, Klus 1 0-0 2, Driving Hawk 0 0-0 0, Kirby 0 2-2 2, Chupka 4 1-2 9, Latona 2 0-0 4. Totals 14 4-8 37. MEYERS (63): DeMarco 0 0-0 0, Smith 1 0-0 3, Pape 1 0-0 2, Kendra 0 0-0 0, Krawczeniuk 9 1-1 21, Walker 0 0-1 0, Szafran 0 0-1 0, Moore 2 5-5 9, Johnson 3 0-0 7, Miller 2 1-4 5, Smallcomb 0 0-2 0, Havard 0 0-0 0, Labatch 0 0-0 0, Lewis 6 2-4 14, Walters 0 2-2 2. Totals 24 11-20 63. Wyoming Area........................... 8 7 6 16 — 37 Meyers ........................................ 17 19 21 6 — 63 3-Point Field Goals— WA 2 (Jo.Zezza, Carey); MEY 4 (Smith, Johnson, Krawczeniuk 2)

Lakeland 49, Northwest 48 Northwest fell to Lakeland in a thriller at home. The Rangers were led by Devon Mazonkey’s 19 points along with Christian Foley’s 12 points. LAKELAND (49): Grabowski 6 0-0 12, Nichols 1 0-0 2, Brady 3 0-0 6, Kichant 5 3-4 13, Filarski 2 1-2 6, Striefski 5 0-0 10; Totals 22 4-6 49.

NORTHWEST (48): Mazonkey 6 5-8 19, Foley 5 0-0 12, Yustat 3 1-4 9, Nelson 1 1-2 3, Sirak 1 0-0 2, Tomko 1 0-0 2, Volkel 0 1-2 1. Totals 17 8-16 48. Lakeland ..................................... 10 17 11 11 — 49 Northwest ................................... 18 9 12 7 — 48 3-Point Field Goals— LAKE 1 (Filarski); NW 6 (Mazonkey 2, Foley 2, Yustat 2)

Scranton 73, Wyoming Valley West 44 Terry Turner scored a gamehigh 21 points to pace Scranton past Wyoming Valley West. Jaquan Ingram scored 16 and James McCann added nine for Valley West.

SCRANTON (73): McAndrew 0 1-2 1, Turner 10 0-2 21, Morah 1 1-4 3, Loring 0 0-0 0, Quiller 4 2-3 12, Jake McCarthy 1 0-0 2, White 2 0-0 6, Joe McCarthy 5 0-0 10, Draper 5 2-3 12, Adams 0 0-0 0, Navoczynski 3 0-0 6, Ash 0 0-0 0, McCabe 0 0-0 0. Totals 31 6-14 73. WYOMING VALLEY WEST (44): McCann 3 3-4 9, Hoinski 1 0-0 2, Good 0 2-3 2, Ingram 7 2-5 16, Gimble 2 0-0 4, C. McCue 3 0-0 8, Baur 0 1-2 1, E. McCue 0 0-0 0, Gibson 1 0-0 2, Calloway 0 0-0 0, Gurtis 0 0-0 0, Doroskewicz 0 0-0 0, Abdumizzaq 0 0-0 0, Sands 0 0-0 0, McGee 0 0-0 0, Andersavage 0 0-0 0. Totals 17 8-14 44. Scranton ..................................... 15 24 16 18 — 73 Wyoming Valley West.............. 6 12 12 14 — 44 3-Point Field Goals— SCR 5 (White 2, Quiller 2, Turner); WVW 2 (Baur 2)

LOCAL ROUNDUP

Misericordia downs Pacers again DUNMORE – Misericordia defeated Marywood 75-57 in non-conference men’s basketball action Monday afternoon at Marywood’s Insalaco Arena. Misericordia, now 8-3 on the year, edged the Pacers 62-60 in the championship game of the Laurel Line tournament in November. Justin Gortevant led the Cougars with 18 points on 6of-9 shooting, and was also 5 for 5 from the charity stripe. Joe Buscassa totaled 15 points and Jeff Slanovec scored 13

points.

GIRLS SWIMMING

Nanticoke 76, Dunmore 75

Sarah Carne and Connie Medura won two events each in girls swimming to help Nanticoke defeat Dunmore. Amanda Whitman and Katherine Marsh won one event each to contribute to the victory. Abby O’Neil and Dani Bistron won one event for Dunmore. 200 MEDLEY RELAY – 1.NAN Amanda

Whitman, Katherine Mash, Sarah Carne, Connie Medura; 2. DUN 200 FREE – 1. DUN Abby O’Neil 2:41.76; 2. DUN Danielle Bistran; 3. NAN Maddy O’Donohue 200 IM – 1. NAN Connie Medura 2:48.96; 2. DUN Brit Schlesser; 3. DUN. Nina Daubenhauser 50 FREE – 1. NAN Katherine Mash 33.22; 2. NAN Maddy O’Donohue; 3. DUN Gina Bewick 100 FLY – 1. NAN Sarah Carne 1:24.08; 2. DUN Brit Schlesser; 3. DUN Gina Bewick 100 FREE – 1. NAN Amanda Whitman 1:11.31; 2. DUN Abby O’Neil; 3. Nina Daubenhauser 500 FREE – 1. DUN Dani Bistron 7:44.79; 2. NAN Chelsea Gronkowski; 3. DUN Val Agular 200 FREE RELAY – 1. NAN Amanda Whitman, Sarah Carne, Katherine Mash, Connie Meduar; 2. DUN 100 BACK – 1. NAN Sarah Carne 1:17.49; 2. NAN Amanda Whitman; 3. DUN Val Agular 100 BREAST – 1. NAN Connie Medura 1:21.11; 2. NAN Katherine Mash; 3. Vicki Jenkins 400 FREE RELAY – 1. DUN Carly Cummings, Val Agular, Emily Feaer, Shannon Murray; 2. DUN

NFL

Plenty on line in Giants-Jets matchup By TOM ROCK Newsday

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — There are two elements tugging at the Giants as they prepare for their Saturday meeting with the Jets: Hype and hope. Both would seem to be selfevident. Any game between the two teams who share a fan base, share a stadium, and share the backpage headlines of the local newspapers comes with a lot of baggage. The Yankees and Mets, Rangers and Islanders and Devils, they all play each other regularly. The Giants and Jets meet only every four years in a game that counts. And boy does this one count. Which brings up the hope. If the Giants want to make the playoffs this season, they’ll pretty much need to beat the Jets to

keep that goal alive. A win means that whatever happens for the rest of the day Saturday, they’ll be playing for the NFC East division title Jan. 1 against the Cowboys. A loss, and they’ll have to sweat out an uncomfortable Christmas Eve waiting to see if the Eagles can do them a favor by beating Dallas. If the Giants lose and the Cowboys win on Saturday, it’s over. “It’s going to be do or die,” linebacker Mathias Kiwanuka said of the setup at MetLife Stadium. “We have two teams that are fighting. For us, the only thing we’re concerned about is, like I said yesterday, achieving our ultimate goal, which is winning a Super Bowl and stuff. Our playoffs have already started. Fortunately we still have another opportunity to accomplish

that goal. This week is going to be huge for us.” The Giants are coming off another perplexing loss in which they played down to the level of a seemingly inferior opponent and allowed them to win. This time it was the Redskins, who walloped the Giants 23-10 on Sunday. Kiwanuka, who said that the Giants aren’t a trash-talking team and then claimed that the Giants are the better team and threw a dagger at Rex Ryan, noted that it wouldn’t matter who this Week 16 game was against. “I think it’s irrelevant because of the situation that we’re in,” he said. “If it was a hype game or not a very publicized game, we would still approach it the same way.”

DALLAS—The Dallas girls basketball team served notice that it was a force to be reckoned with when it pushed Wyoming Valley West to the limit in last week’s championship game of the Tip-Off Tournament. On Monday night, the Mountaineers worked their way into the role of a serious contender for the Division II title. Dallas excelled in every aspect of the game while posting an impressive 73-30 victory over Hanover Area. The Mountaineers scored at will, seemed to come up with every loose ball, and outrebounded the taller Hawkeyes 52-9. Junior guard Ashley Dunbar led the way with 14 points, but Dallas substituted freely throughout the second half. Perhaps the most telling statistic is that 12 players broke into the scoring column. “I really like our team,” coach Kelly Johnson said. “One of the things I like best is that we don’t have a star player. We have five or six players who could be the leading scorer on any given night.” The Mountaineers (3-1) played with great tenacity against Hanover Area. Their defensive pressure shutdown virtually any scoring attempt in the paint, and they forced 46 turnovers. “I thought our kids not only played hard, they played extremely well together,” Johnson said. “I still think we can be more patient on offense. Tonight we put up a lot of shots after making only two passes. We could have had more opportunities if we had moved the ball around.” Dallas came out hitting on all cylinders. The Mountaineers took a 10-2 lead on a 3-point basket by Sabrina Zurek early in the first quarter and never looked back. They forged a 40-19 halftime lead, and held the Hawkeyes to 11 points in the second half. Dallas got a sharp effort from freshman Gabbie Volpetti, who scored two straight baskets that gave the Mountaineers 48-22 lead late in the third period. The only bright spot for Hanover Area was senior forward Danielle Tuzinski, who tossed in 17 points—including three 3point baskets. “I’m very disappointed in our performance,” Hanover Area coach Steve Horensky said. “We definitely need to work on our ball handling. We’re capable of playing much better.” Tuzinski said the Hawkeyes have a lot of work to do. “We turned the ball over a lot and we didn’t hit the boards,” she said. “We had some good practices coming into this game, but we didn’t execute.” According to Dunbar, the Mountaineers are already starting to jell. “We play hard and we don’t back down,” Dunbar said. “We’re getting better every day, but we have to continue to work hard.” Junior guard Jessica Hiscox said Dallas did an excellent job of dominating the boards. “We work hard on boxing out, and it paid off tonight,” Hiscox said. Hanover Area(30)::Kaminski 1 0-0 2, Mizenko 2 1-2 5, Grohowski 1 0-2, Miller 2 0-0 4, Tuzinski 5 4-8 17. Totals 8 5-10 30. Dallas (73):Missal 2 0-0 5, Dunbar 5 4-5 14, Taylor 1 0-0 3,Englehart 3 1-6 7, Szatkowski 0 1-2 1, Hiscox 4 1-1 9, Comitz 3 0-0 7,Michael 1 2-2 4, Zurek 2 2-2 7, Cybulski 2 0-0 4,Flaherty 3 0-0 6,

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Tanner Englehart of Dallas puts up a shot in front of Amber Grohowski of Hanover Area during a Wyoming Valley Conference girls basketball game Monday. Volpetti 2 0-0 4, Olszzewski 1 1-2 3. Totals 29 12-20 73. Hanover Area............................... 8 11 6 5 — 30 Dallas ............................................ 23 17 15 18 — 73 3-Point Field Goals— HAN:Tuzinski 3. DAL: Missal, Zurek, Comitz

Pittston Area 46, Nanticoke 41 Mia Hopkins totaled 17 points to lead the Patriots over the Trojanettes. Liz Waleski scored eight points to contribute to the win. Katie Wolfe had a game-high 21 points for Nanticoke.

Nanticoke (41): Higgins 0 0-0 0, Brassington 0 2-4 2, Sugalski 0 0-0 0, Wolfe 9 2-2 21, Schinski 0 3-5 3, Klainay 2 0-0 5, Gow 4 0-0 10; Totals: 15 -7-11 41 Pittston Area (46): Barber 2 0-0 5, Waleski 3 2-3 8, Mitchell 2 2-2 6, Rabender 2 2-2 6, O’Neil 1 1-2 4, Hopkins 4 9-13 17; Totals: 14 16-22 46 Nanticoke...................................... 15 9 4 13 — 41 Pittston Area ................................ 13 10 11 12 — 46 3-Point Field Goals— NAN 4 (Gow 2, Wolfe, Kalinay); PA 2 (Barber, O’Neil)

State College 66, Hazleton Area 25 Hazleton Area was outgunned at State College. The Cougars were led by Brianna Woznicki’s six points and Becca Zamonas’ five points.

Hazleton Area (25): Bono 0 0-0 0, Schoennagle 0 0-0 0, A. Marchetti 0 0-0 0, B. Marchetti 0 1-2 2, Sitch 0 1 -2 2, Kozel 0 0-0 0, Pfeil 0 0-0 0, Woznicki 6 0-2 6, Baranko 0 0-0 0, Wolk 0 0-0 0, Bachman 0 1-2 2, Ciccozzi 4 0-0 4, Carter 0 0-0 0, Zamonas 4 2-2 5, Smith 4 0-0 4, McNelis 0 0-0 0; Totals 23 2-4 25 State College (00): Stevenson 4 0-0 4, Kaluza 0 0-0 0, Mahon 2 3-4 5, F. Treglia 5 4-6 9, A. Treglia 5 0-0 5, Kalstetter 0 0-0 0, Baney 2 0-1 2, Altimar 4 4-6 8, B. King 8 2-2 10, T. Allison 19 0-0 21, Shelton-Burliegh 0 1-2 2; Totals 16 7 13-19 66 Hazleton Area.............................. 8 6 5 6 — 25 State College................................ 16 21 17 12 — 66 3-Point Field Goals— HAZ 1 (Zamonas); SC 7 (F. Tregila, A. Treglia, A. Taylor 5)

Tunkhannock 41, Wyoming Seminary 36 Lisa Kintner posted a gamehigh 14 points to lead Tunkhannock over Wyoming Seminary. Kassie Williams added 12 points, including two 3-poitners, in the Tigers’ victory. Ann Romanowski paced the Blue Knights with 13 points.

Wyoming Seminary (36): Romanowski 3 6-8 13, Neare 3 0-0 8, Gabriel, 1 0-0 2, Karg 2 0-0 4, McMullan 2 1-2 5, Henry 2 0-3 4; Totals: 13 7-13 36 Tunkhannock (41): Ayers 1 2-3 4, Custer 0 0-0 0, Nafus 0 0-0 0, Proulx 2 0-0 4, Alguire 3 1-4 7, Williams 5 0-0 12, Kintner 6 2-3 14; Totals: 17 5-10 41 Wyoming Seminary ...................... 13 12 6 5 — 36 Tunkhannock ................................. 18 5 5 13 — 41 3-Point Field Goals— SEM 3 (Neare 2, Romanowski); TUNK 2 (Williams 2)

Northwest 47, Wyoming Area 45 Alivia Womesldorf totaled 26 points as the Rangers defeated the Warriors. Serra Degnan totaled 15 points and Abby Thornton added 12 for Wyoming Area.

Northwest (47): Yustat 1 0-0 3, Shaffer 3 1-2 5, Womelsdorf 8 10-13 26, Koehn 0 0-0 0, Bosak 1 0-0 2, Gill 3 0-0 6; Totals: 16 11-15 47 Wyoming Area (45): Degnan 4 4-4 15, N. Turner 2 0-0 4, Radzwilka 3 0-0 7, Blannett 1 3-4 5, Thornton 5 2-4 12, Bott 0 0-0 0, F. Turner 1 0-0 2; Totals: 16 9-12 45 Northwest ..................................... 12 11 8 16 — 47 Wyoming Area............................. 8 12 12 13 — 45 3-Point Field Goals— NW 4 (Shaffer 3, Yustat); WYO 4 (Degnan 3, Radzwilka)

Lake-Lehman 44, Coughlin 30 Cayle Spencer scored a gamehigh 16 points as the Black Knights picked up a road win. Shoshana Mahoney added nine points in the win. Calya Sebastian paced Coughlin with 10 points.

Lake-Lehman (44): Brooks 1 0-0 2, Konopinski 2 1-1 7, Sutton 2 0-0 4, Belcher 0 0-0 0, Mosier 1 0-0 2, Moosic 0 2-2 2, Leskowski 1 0-0 2, Oplinger 0 0-0 0, Mahoney 3 2-2 9, Spencer 7 0-0 16, Sutliff 0 0-0 0. Totals 17 5-5 44. Coughlin (30): Bouedeau 0 0-0 0, Oliver 0 0-0 0, Eaton 1 1-2 3, Flaherty 1 2-2 4, Zigler 0 0-0 0, Sebastian 3 3-4 10, Harper 0 0-0 0, Georgetti 1 4-5 6, Ross 3 1-6 7. Totals 9 11-19 30. Lake-Lehman ................................. 6 11 17 10 – 44 Coughlin.......................................... 7 6 9 8 – 30 3-Point Field Goals— LEH 5 (Konopinski 2, Spencer 2, Mahoney); COU 1 (Sebastian)

Wyoming Valley West 57, Scranton 32 Wyoming Valley West got an early lead and rolled past Scranton. The Spartans were led by Tara Zdancewicz’s game-high 17 points. Cassie Smicherko added 13 points, including three 3-point field goals.

Wyoming Valley West (57): Judge 1 2-2 4, C. Smicherko 5 0-0 13, Reese 0 3-4 3, Riley 2 1-2 5, K. Smicherko 1 2-2 5, Caine 1 0-0 2, Zdancewicz 7 3-6 17, Gross 3 0-0 6, Hoffman 1 0-2 2; Totals: 21 11-18 57 Scranton (32): McAndrew 3 2-5 8, Russell 0 2-2 2, Chickaletti 1 0-0 2, Foster 3 2-2 11, Watts 1 0-0 2, McHugh 2 3-5 7; Totals: 10 9-14 32 Wyoming Valley West .................. 17 19 9 12 — 57 Scranton.......................................... 10 9 3 11 — 32 3-Point Field Goals— WVW 4 (C. Smicherko 3, K. Smicherko 1); SCR 3 (Foster 3)

Crestwood 58, GAR 20 Sarah Andrews led the way for Crestwood with 11 points in a dominating victory over GAR. Rebecca Rutkowski added 10 points for the Comets. Marena Spence totaled 11 points to lead GAR.

GAR (20): Mosier 0 0-0 0, Domzalski 0 0-0 0, Spence 3 4-8 11, Leco 0 2-2 2, Montigney 0 0-0 0, Nealy 0 0-0 0, Seabrook 3 1-3 7, Parrilla 0 0-0 0; Totals 6 7-13 20 Crestwood (58): Kendra 0 2-2 2, Lutz 2 0-0 4, Andrews 4 3-3 11, Rutkowski 5 0-0 10, Gegaris 3 3-4 9, Ritz 1 0-0 2, Cronauer 0 0-0 0, Wojnar 1 0-0 2, Meyers 4 0-0 8, Jesikiewicz 1 0-0 3, Hislop 3 1-1 7, Ciavarella 0 0-0 0; Totals 24 9-9 58 GAR................................................. 17 16 16 9 — 58 Crestwood ...................................... 5 6 1 9 — 20 3-Point Field Goals— GAR 1 (Spence); CRE 1 (Jesikiewicz)

Pocono Mountain West 44, Berwick 25 Pocono Mountain West was dominant during its visit to Berwick. The Bulldogs were led by Caty Davenport’s eight points and Alexis’ Steeber’s six points.

Pocono Mountain West (44): Walters 0 0-2 0, J. Benitez 3 2-4 8, R. Benitez 5 1-4 14, Davis 3 0-0 7, Jones 0 2-4 2, Yocum 1 0-0 2, Blake 2 3-3 8, Roberts 1 0-0 2, Flaherty 1-2 1, Boutieller 0 0-0 0, Goldman 0 0-0 0, Lewis 0 0-0 0; Totals: 15 9-20 44 Berwick Area (25): Steeber 2 2-4 6, Davenport 4 0-2-8, Shortlidge 0 0-1 0, Welsh 0 0-0 0, Bridge 0 0-1 0, Palermo 1 0-2 2, Sheptock 2 1-1 5, Floryshak 0 0-0 0, Seely 1 0-0 2, Rinehimer 1 0-0 2; Totals: 11 33-11 25 Pocono Mt. west............................ 11 13 13 7 — 44 Berwick Area.................................. 5 2 10 8 — 25 3-Point Field Goals— POC 5 (R. Benitez 3, Davis, Blake)

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Berwick chooses to keep Campbell as coach By MITCH RUPERT For The Times Leader

BERWICK – Berwick head football coach Gary Campbell will return for a seventh season after the school board decided not to open his position at Monday night’s work session. But in a twist of events, the ninth grade football coaches that were previously relieved of their duties by Campbell recently will also return to coach next year. Head coach Scott Dennis guided the freshmen Bulldogs to a 10-0 season. “We think highly of both of them,” Berwick Superintendent Wayne Brookhart said following the meeting Monday night. “We think highly of coach Campbell and we think highly of coach

Dennis. Both have had great success in their own right. Both are great with kids, and we will be in support of whoever is in those positions as we move forward.” The board met soon after a meeting of the Berwick Athletic Committee on Monday. School board member Lori Dennis, Scott’s wife and a teacher and coach in the Greater Nanticoke School District, is on the committee. Campbell’s job as varsity head coach has come under scrutiny in recent years as he hasn’t been able to duplicate the program’s level of success enjoyed under previous head coach George Curry. Curry is the winningest high school coach in Pennsylvania history and won six state titles with the Bulldogs.

In Campbell’s first six seasons he’s accumulated a 46-25 record with two Wyoming Valley Conference titles, one District 2 Class 3A championship and an Eastern Conference Class 3A championship. The Bulldogs have qualified for the playoffs, either Eastern Conference or District 2, in each of the last five seasons. Curry was 40-24-1 in his first six seasons leading the Bulldogs. Campbell replaced Curry as head coach in 2006, two years following Berwick’s run to the Class 3A East final. After moving from Massachusetts to take the coaching job, Campbell went 11-3 in 2008, leading the Bulldogs to the PIAA quarterfinals. Berwick hasn’t won or reached a state final since winning its

fourth consecutive PIAA championship in 1997. “It’s part of the process, I think,” Campbell said of the meeting Monday night. “It’s something that not only I, but every coach around Pennsylvania has to work with. I’m happy the board supported me and that’s where we’re at.” The board met in executive session for about an hour and a half Monday, twice calling Campbell in to speak with them. He also spoke at length with Brookhart following the meeting. Campbell said it was the board’s idea that the freshmen coaches be reinstated, and Campbell agreed with it. “Once a year we approve a list of coaches for each sport, and up

until we approve each list, the people who are here still are here,” Board president Dan McGann said. Brookhart pointed to Campbell’s turnaround of this year’s team as reason enough he should return as head football coach. The Bulldogs began the year 1-3 before winning eight consecutive games to capture the Eastern Conference championship. “From my position, anyone who starts 1-3 and rallies the troops to win eight in a row, shouldn’t be let go,” Brookhart said. “Also, we were 7-3 this year and that almost always gets you into districts.” “I’m happy to be here and happy to be coaching at Berwick,” Campbell said. “My family likes it

here. They’re good here.” McGann and Brookhart both said the expectations haven’t changed for the football program. They want to see the team succeed each year just as much as the fans do. And just because recent seasons haven’t met those expectations doesn’t mean expectations are going to change. “We recognize there are times when you don’t get there,” McGann said. “We look forward to progress those goals each year. This year was viewed as progress from last year and we’re looking forward to next year to be progress from this year.” “The standards are high for a reason,” Campbell said. “Overall, the kids should feel lucky about that.”

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Tar Heels dominate outmanned Colonels

Thomas saves 33 in Bruins win over Habs

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CHAPEL HILL, N.C. — Dexter Strickland scored 14 points to help No. 5 North Carolina beat Nicholls State 99-49 on Monday night. Freshman James Michael McAdoo added a season-high 14 off the bench for the Tar Heels (10-2), who dominated the undersized and overmatched Colonels for their fourth straight victory. North Carolina had a miserable shooting start and missed a bunch of free throws, but the Tar Heels snatched away every loose rebound to get plenty of extra looks. They finished with a 72-35 advantage, including 31 on the offensive glass that led to 36 second-chance points. Duke 90, UNC Greensboro 63

Illinois 64, Cornell 60

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Meyers Leonard had 19 points and a career-high 16 rebounds to lead No. 25 Illinois to a victory over Cornell. After trailing for the most of the game, Illinois (11-1) was sparked by D.J. Richardson’s nine points in the second half and narrowly avoided its second consecutive loss. Josh Figini scored all 14 of his points in the first half to lead Cornell (4-4). WACO, Texas — Quincy Acy had 24 points and seven of Baylor’s 17 dunks as the sixthranked Bears defeated Paul Quinn College for their 10th consecutive victory.

Indiana 107, Howard 50

Vanderbilt 99, Longwood 71

Baylor 95, Paul Quinn 54

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — Jordan Hulls scored 16 points, leading six Hoosiers in double figures and No. 17 Indiana to a blowout of Howard. The Hoosiers celebrated their 500th appearance in The Associated Press’ Top 25 by improving to 11-0 for the first time since the 1975-76 team went 32-0. That was the last Division I men’s team to complete an undefeated season.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Jeffery Taylor scored 18 of his 29 points in the first half, and the Vanderbilt Commodores rebounded hours after dropping out of the Top 25 rankings by beating Longwood.

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ed to have a better effort in the first 40 minutes.” The effort did improve in the third period when the Penguins outshot the Devils 13-6 and got on the board thanks to Street. But a minute before Street connected, Albany goaltender Jeff Frazee made a spectacular play to keep the Penguins scoreless. After Street ripped a shot toward open net, Frazee dove across the crease and snatched the puck out of midair to take away what seemed like a sure goal. “That was a pretty good save. He came out of nowhere and got it,” Street said, adding the chance did generate momentum that carried through the period. Less than a minute later, Street made sure his next shot made it to the back of the net when he teamed up on a two-on-one with Colin McDonald and buried the puck to make it 1-1 two minutes into the period. It was an abrupt turnaround from the first two periods. “The start of the third period we had energy and looked as though we had the jump we needed,” Hynes said. After Albany scored following

were dumping and the goalie was getting it and making good plays,” said forward Ben Street, who had the only Penguins goal. “We were just a little disconnected. When that happens it’s impossible to get any offense going.” The Penguins managed just five shots in the first period and eight in the second. Even a Boris Valabik bout with Albany’s Harry Young couldn’t generate momentum. In the meantime, Albany cruised along, registering 20 shots in the first two periods and connecting once on a high wrister from Mike Hoeffel that went over Scott Munroe’s glove in the second period. Hynes said the upcoming break shouldn’t be a cause for the Penguins lack of momentum in the first two periods. “You shouldn’t worry about (the break). There’s a game on the schedule, two points on the line and it counts just as much as the first game back from a break,” he said. “It’s no excuse. We need-

BOSTON — David Krejci scored off his skate to break a second-period tie, and Tim Thomas stopped 33 shots on Monday night to lead the Bruins to a 3-2 victory over the Montreal Canadiens and give Boston its fifth consecutive win. Benoit Pouliot and Brad Marchand also scored for the Bruins, who have won 19 of 22 since losing back-to-back games to Montreal at the end of October. Carey Price made 28 saves and Tomas Plekanec scored for Montreal, which lost its third straight game — its second in a row since coach Jacques Martin was fired and replaced by Randy Cunneyworth. The Canadiens have lost nine of their last 12, a streak that cost one of the NHL’s winningest coaches his job and left them in last place in the Northeast Division.

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Erving Walker scored 19 points, one of five starters in double figures, and No. 11 Florida overwhelmed Mississippi Valley State. Kenny Boynton (16), Bradley Beal (13), Patric Young (12) and Erik Murphy (11) also scored in double digits for the Gators (9-2), who extended their home winning streak to 11.

DURHAM, N.C. — Freshman Quinn Cook scored all of his season-high 14 points in the second half, and No. 7 Duke routed UNC Greensboro. Mason Plumlee had 15 points and 13 rebounds and Austin Rivers added 14 points for the Blue Devils (10-1). They shot 54 percent from the field, shook off a sluggish start and overcame 18 turnovers to win their third straight since the one-sided loss at No. 2 Ohio State.

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Florida 82, Mississippi Valley St. 54

Creighton 83, Tulsa 64

TULSA, Okla. — Sophomore Doug McDermott scored a career-high 35 points and No. 23 Creighton routed Tulsa.

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North Carolina’s P.J. Hairston (15) drives to the basket as Nicholls State’s Sam McBeath defends during an NCAA basketball game in Chapel Hill, N.C., on Monday.

WOMEN’S ROUNDUP Gonzaga 71, Georgia 68

LAS VEGAS — Haiden Palmer’s 3-pointer with two-tenths of a second left gave Gonzaga a victory over No. 13 Georgia in a Las Vegas Holiday Hoops Classic game. The Bulldogs never led in the game until Palmer pulled up just behind the top of the key and made her 3-pointer to cap a 22-4 run that ended the game. Palmer had 13 of her 22 points during the closing run. Katelan Redmon led Gonzaga (9-2) with 23 points and 10 rebounds. She hit 10 of her 14 shot attempts. Georgia (8-2) a faceoff deep in the offensive zone to take a 2-1 lead, the Penguins failed to capitalize on a power play chance in the final two minutes, generating one scoring chance in the process. The Penguins power play was 0-for-5 and has connected once in its last 21 chances. “We got some looks, but it was tough to get pucks through because they basically collapsed on top of their goalie,” Street said of the late power play chance. “It’s pretty glaring when you have a power play in the last two minutes of a one-goal game, you need to score.” NOTES - Monday’s loss was the first against the New Jersey Devils affiliate in the last five seasons (140-0-0). The Penguins won all eight of their meetings against the Devils last season. - D Joey Mormina (injury), D Peter Merth, LW Ryan Schnell, RW Brian Day (injury), D Dan Henningson and RW Keven Veilleux (injury) were scratched for the Penguins. - Paul Thompson was recalled after a one-game stint with Wheeling and played in Mon-

was led by Jasmine Hassell with 21 points while Anne Marie Armstrong had 15 and Jasmine James scored 13 points. Delaware 68, Providence 47

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Elena Delle Donne scored 29 points to lead No. 19 Delaware to a victory over Providence. Ohio State 88, Charlotte 58

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Tayler Hill scored 16 of her 25 points in the second half and No. 11 Ohio State beat Charlotte. Samantha Prahalis had 19 points and reserve forward Darryce Moore finished with 10 for the Buckeyes (11-0). day’s game, as did D Brian Strait and D Carl Sneep who were reassigned By Pittsburgh on Sunday. Strait played in his first game since suffering an elbow injury with Pittsburgh early in the season. “It was a lot of back and forth whether I was going to play in this game, but we made the right decision and I got in there,” Strait said. “I came along as far as I could in the rehab and it was time to get bumped around a little bit and see how it reacts. I took some hits, gave some hits and it felt pretty good.” Albany................................................... 0 0 1 - 2 Penguins.............................................. 0 0 1 - 1 First Period Scoring – None. Penalties – WBS, Street (hooking) 1:41; WBS, Sneep (delay of game) 3:42; WBS, Craig (cross-checking) 18:10; ALB, Palmieri (crosschecking) 19:39. Second Period Scoring – 1. ALB, Matt Hoeffel 1 (Burlon, Sislo) 7:49. Penalties – WBS, Strait (cross-checking) 10:33; ALB, Young (fighting) 13:39; WBS, Valabik (fighting) 13:39; ALB, Zalewski (hooking) 14:52; ALB, Zalewski (hooking) 17:39. Third Period Scoring – 2. WBS, Ben Street 11 (McDonald) 2:18. ALB, Matt Hoeffel 2 (Zajac) 15:22. Penalties – ALB, Veilleux (tripping) 1:16; WBS, Grant (hooking) 1:36; WBS, Walker (holding) 9:18; ALB, Mills (highsticking) 18:06. Power-play Opportunities: Albany – 0 of 6. Penguins – 0 of 5 Goaltenders: Albany – Jeff Frazee 5-8-2 (25 saves – 26 shots). Penguins – Scott Munroe 5-3-2 (24-26) Three Stars: 1. ALB, Matt Hoeffel (two goals) 2. WBS, Ben Street (goal) 3. ALB, Jeff Frazee (25 saves) Referee – Francis Charron, Jarrod Ragusin. Linesmen – Alex Stagnone, Francis Tempe Attendance – 4,586

zarre road trip with a win over the Maple Leafs. Maple Leafs goalie James Reimer made 40 saves, and Justin Williams and Brown scored in regulation for Los Angeles. John-Michael Liles and Matt Frattin scored for Toronto, which has two wins in the last nine games. Stars 5, Ducks 3

DALLAS — Michael Ryder scored the go-ahead goal at 6:42 of the third period after Dallas had wasted a three-goal lead, and the Stars went on to victory over the Anaheim Ducks. With the game even at 3, Ryder skated up the middle and converted Loui Eriksson’s setup for Ryder’s 11th of the season. Eric Nystrom added an insurance goal for Dallas at 14:19 of the third. Dallas’ Alex Goligoski and Mike Ribeiro scored powerKings 3, Maple Leafs 2 play goals over a 24-second TORONTO — Dustin Brown span in the second period. Brenden Morrow also connectscored the only goal of a shooed for the Stars. tout Monday and the Los Angeles Kings wrapped up a bi-

NBA PRESEASON

Walker’s 18 points lift Bobcats past Hawks The Associated Press

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Kemba Walker opened his NBA career with a solid performance, shaking off a slow start to score a gamehigh 18 points — including the go-ahead layup— to lift the Bobcats to a 79-77 win over the Hawks in the preseason opener for both teams.

After missing eight of his first 10 shots, including a dunk on a fastbreak, Walker made a 17-footer and a driving layup over two defenders in the closing 90 seconds. He used his quickness to draw fouls in the lane and shot 9 for 11 from the line. Josh Smith and Al Horford each scored 11 points to lead the Hawks.

MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL

Philadelphia, Rollins finalize $33 million, 3-year contract The Associated Press

PHILADELPHIA — When Jimmy Rollins had the chance to go somewhere else, he just couldn’t walk away from the Philadelphia Phillies. The smooth-talking, slickfielding shortstop has spent nearly half his life with the same organization, so he turned down more money from the Milwaukee Brewers to stay in Philadelphia. Rollins and the Phillies finalized a $33 million, three-year contract on Monday. The deal includes a vesting option for a fourth year at $11 million. If not vested, that could be a club option at $8 million or a player option at $5 million.

“You have to take everything in consideration when you’ve been somewhere since you were 17,” Rollins said. “To go somewhere new, at this part of my career, you feel like a rented player because you weren’t part of the process of building the team up. “From the first day I got here in the big leagues, it was about making this team a contender and then a champion. Those things have been accomplished, the champion part not as often as I would’ve liked. Obviously, when money is on the table, and it’s guaranteed, it’s tempting. But you think of everything else that you’ve done and what you will be able to do going forward and where it makes sense for you to do those things.”

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to McGloin: The Penn State offense was running a passing drill against the Lions defense when McGloin threw an incomplete pass Drake’s way. McGloin felt his receiver ran the wrong pass pattern, and told him about it. Drake felt McGloin put his pass in the wrong spot. Two wrongs don’t make a right. The pair, who are pretty good friends off the field, had to be separated from a physical altercation by other players on the practice field. “To be honest,” said Penn State senior wide receiver Derek Moye, who was at fall graduation ceremonies instead of practice that day, “you get in an argument with them, they both can be hard-headed.” This is no time for hot-heads at Penn State. The school’s already reeling from allegations former defensive coordinator Jerry Sandusky sexually abused young boys in an ongoing scandal that cost legendary head coach Joe Paterno his job this season and caused the university’s prestige to plummet drastically. “With all that’s going on with this team right now, we don’t need another distraction,” McGloin said.

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in the Nittany Lions’ game against Houston in the TicketCity Bowl on Jan. 2 in Dallas. Though he feels fine mentally, McGloin said he still has issues with his balance and vision. He said he doesn’t believe he had ever suffered a concussion before. Interim coach Tom Bradley said McGloin and Drake will face internal discipline from the team. Penn State’s campus police and the university’s Office of Judicial Affairs are investigating the matter.

Infirmary report Matt McGloin isn’t the only Penn State player missing practice for fears of a concussion. Senior safety Nick Sukay was also in street clothes on Monday and said he is not cleared to practice yet until he passes a concussion test. Penn State said Sukay took a hit in practice on Sunday that put him out of action. In a separate matter, Bradley said he expects the Lions will “be without some people (for the bowl game) because of academics. “I’m not sure how many yet, nor can I disclose of it because that’s an academic situation.”

Now the Lions have one, with a receiver coming at their signal caller with a message that he’s the one who’s mixed up. Maybe the Lions haven’t had time to develop complete trust in the guy taking snaps, because McGloin spent the first half of this season as a backup splitting time with fellow quarterback Rob Bolden. But as a former high school quarterback, Drake should know the importance of respecting the leadership of whoever’s playing the quarterback position. When the quarterback scolds, you’re supposed to go with it.

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of a timeframe for a decision by the committee. Erickson and Joyner will have the final say on the job. “They’ve kept this pretty close to the vest,” Bradley said. “I’m excited they gave me the opportunity to interview. I got to say what I wanted to say, and that’s all I can ask for -- being given the opportunity to talk to them.” The sheer length of the coaching search has had a negative impact on the program’s recruiting class. Three players who had given verbal commitments to Penn State -- J.P. Holtz, Joey O’Connor and the team’s highest-rated recruit, Tommy Schutt -- have publicly said they will be looking elsewhere. Schutt has already switched his commitment to Ohio State. The Buckeyes and new coach Urban Meyer -- hired just a few days after the end of the regular season -- also landed Bishop McDevitt standout Noah Spence over the weekend. Spence, one of the country’s top defensive ends, had been considered a Penn State lean before the Jerry Sandusky scandal broke. Eugene Lewis, formerly of Wyoming Valley West and now at Meyers, has said he remains committed to Penn State and will wait and see who the coach will be before making a final decision. National signing day is Feb. 1. Bradley admitted that the staff has been hamstrung by the current situation. “Well, it’s affected it a little bit,” Bradley said. “We’ve been honest, we’ve been open, we’ve been transparent about everything. And I think that’s what they’re waiting for now -- at some point for them to name a head coach and see what direction they want to go. “Because we’ve told all these young men that you’ve gotta go visit some other places, keep your options open until you see what happens here. We have been completely honest about that.” Current Penn State players said they have not had any significant input in the search. “Naturally, you would like somebody to get the job from within the program,” tailback Silas Redd said. “But I’m committed to Penn State and willing to play for whoever they bring in. … I would understand if they decided to hire a coach from the outside.”

NEW YORK — The ouster of one of America’s most revered coaches, Penn State’s Joe Paterno, after shocking child sex abuse charges against his former assistant has been overwhelmingly voted the sports story of the year by members of The Associated Press. There were 214 ballots submitted from U.S. news organizations that make up the AP’s membership. The voters were asked to rank the top 10 sports stories of the year, with the first-place story getting 10 points, the second-place story receiving nine points, and so on. The Penn State saga received 2,044 points and 172 first-place votes. The No. 2 story — labor strife in the NFL and NBA — had 15 first-place votes and 1,345 points.

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"Matt’s the quarterback. He knows better," Bradley said. "He’s called me up, he’s apologized to myself, the coaches, the team and other people. He’s disappointed that it got that far. But sometimes that does happen. The guys are competitors." According to McGloin, the dispute started on the practice field when he and Drake got into a disagreement over a pass route. Frustration spilled over into the locker room. McGloin said Drake approached him and McGloin, unsure of Drake’s intentions, stood up to confront him. “Maybe he said one thing -- I thought he might have said another,” McGloin said. “We kind of grabbed each other and kind of rolled around up top for awhile, and I guess our momentum just carried us to the floor." Drake and McGloin have traded voicemails and text messages since the incident, but as of Monday morning had not spoken face-to-face. McGloin said he felt the situation had been overblown, saying that teammates "fight on a regular basis. We wouldn’t even be talking about this if I didn’t fall the wrong way and smack my head. That’s the way I feel about it. “In my mind, it’s over right now and we’re gonna move on from it." Bradley said McGloin is considered day-today but would not commit to him as the starter for the bowl game if he is cleared in time to play. If McGloin is unavailable, sophomore Rob

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STATE COLLEGE — Joe Paterno has been released from the hospital and has shown improvement after being treated for lung cancer, a person close to the former Penn State coach’s family said Monday. ESPN, citing an anonymous source, first reported Paterno’s release. Paterno’s tumor was showing substantial reduction following radiation and chemotherapy, according to the person who spoke on condition of anonymity Monday to The Associated Press due to the family’s desire for privacy. He was

released Sunday. Paterno, who turns 85 on Wednesday, was admitted last week after breaking his pelvis again in a fall at home. Doctors kept him hospitalized to make it easier to administer cancer treatments while he recovered from the fracture. He initially injured his pelvis and right shoulder in August after getting blindsided accidentally by a receiver during preseason practice. The injuries kept Paterno in the press box most of the season before trustees fired him Nov. 9 in the aftermath of child sex abuse charges against retired assistant coach Jerry Sandusky.

Bolden would likely start in his place. Amazingly, Bolden himself had an issue this weekend, but it will not affect his status on the squad. Bolden was charged Monday with summary retail theft for allegedly stealing a $2 bottle of Gatorade from an on-campus convenience store on Friday. Bradley called it "a prank gone awry" and the bottle was returned unopened. The coach said Bolden would also face punishment from the team but would not lose any playing time. Bolden practiced with the first-team offense Monday while McGloin watched from the sideline in street clothes. Walk-on Shane McGregor is the third-string quarterback, but Penn State could also have redshirt freshman Paul Jones available for the bowl game. Though he would be a long shot to actually see the field against Houston, Jones would be able to play for the first time after redshirting in 2010 and sitting out the entire 2011 regular season for academic issues. With the fall semester now over, however, he would no longer be ineligible provided his GPA is high enough. “Paul has been working hard at the academics, he’s doing a great job,” Bradley said. “I’m proud of him. He works, I see him around here at night. He’s here all the time doing everything he possibly can do.”

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Lipitor sales plummet New data show sales of cholesterol blockbuster Lipitor plunged by half barely a week after the world’s topselling drug got its first U.S. generic competition. That’s despite a very aggressive effort by Lipitor maker Pfizer Inc. to keep patients on its pill, which once generated sales of $13 billion a year. Pfizer has been contracting with insurance plans to subsidize both patient copayments and costs for insurers, to keep their costs at or below what generic Lipitor would cost. Lipitor lost U.S. patent protection on Nov. 30, and two generic versions costing about one-third less are now available.

NEW YORK — It’s been 30 years since gasoline took such a big bite out of the family budget. When the gifts from Grandma are unloaded and holiday travel is over, the typical American household will have spent $4,155 filling up this year, a record. That is 8.4 percent of what the median family takes in, the highest

ily budget, says Fred Rozell of the Oil Price Information Service. Over the past decade, gas has taken up 5.7 percent of the family budget. If families had spent only 5.7 percent this year, they would have saved $1,300. For this year, gas should average $3.53 per gallon. That’s 76 cents more than last year. It’s 29 cents per gallon more than 2008, when gas last set an annual record, $3.24.

That’s because demand for crude oil is rising globally, especially in the developing nations of Asia and Latin America. But it puts the squeeze on the U.S., where unemployment is high and many people who have jobs aren’t getting raises. In 1981, when the economy was sliding into recession and oil prices were high because of Middle East turmoil, gas ate up 8.8 percent of the typical fam-

share since 1981. Gas averaged more than $3.50 a gallon this year, another unfortunate record. And next year isn’t likely to bring relief. In the past, high gas prices in the United States have gone hand-in-hand with economic good times, making them less damaging to family finances. Now prices are high despite slow economic growth and weak demand.

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Saab goes bankrupt

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Drugmakers team up Amgen Inc., a maker of biologic drugs for cancer, kidney disease and rheumatoid arthritis, says it’s partnering with Watson Pharmaceuticals Inc., which makes both generic medicines and branded drugs, to produce “biosimilar” versions of several biologic medicines for cancer. Biologic drugs are complex, injected drugs “manufactured” in living cells, and are very expensive. Biosimilar versions are expected to be cheaper.

By MALIN RISING and KARL RITTER Associated Press

STOCKHOLM — After six decades of building cars known for their teardrop designs and quirky features, cashstrapped Saab Automobile gave up its desperate struggle for a lifeline Monday and filed for bankruptcy. Saab CEO Victor Muller said “the last nail in the coffin” was previous owner General Motors’ rejection of a Chinese company’s attempts to gain control of the ailing Swedish brand. Muller personally handed over the bankruptcy petition to a Swedish court, which approved it late Monday. Analysts said Saab’s troubles underline how difficult it is for a small, niche carmaker to survive in today’s competitive global market. “I think it does kind of reflect the situation in the industry that scale is everything,” said IHS Automotive analyst Ian Fletcher. “Everyone else have been snapped up ... Saab unfortunately were the last people waiting to dance with someone and they didn’t have the right partner.”

Builders less gloomy The National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo builder sentiment index rose two points to 21 in December. That’s the highest level since May 2010 and just the second time the index has been at 20 or above in two years. The index hasn’t reached 50, which indicates positive sentiment, since April 2006, the peak of the housing boom. Last year, the number of people who bought new homes fell to its lowest level on records going back nearly a half-century. The figure for 2011 will be close to that level.

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The British government says it will legislate sweeping changes in banking regulation aimed at protecting the economy from excessive risk. New regulations would be enacted by 2015 and effective in 2019. Treasury chief George Osborne said the plans include the separation of retail banking from riskier investment banking.

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NATIONAL FORECAST TODAY Partly sunny, wintry mix late

41° 33°

Rain showers

44° 35°

47° 37°

45° 32°

SATURDAY Evening wintry mix

FRIDAY

SUNDAY Partly sunny

40° 30°

Syracuse 35/29

Heating Degree Days*

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

46/22 38/23 60 in 1929 -1 in 1919 31 546 1594 1899 1917

Reading 45/34

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

Precipitation

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

Sun and Moon

Sunrise 7:25a 7:26a Moonrise Today 2:42a Tomorrow 3:55a

Today Tomorrow

The Finger Lakes

New York City 45/37

Brandywine Valley

Highs: 46-47. Lows: 37-38. Mostly cloudy. Chance of showers tonight.

Delmarva/Ocean City

Highs: 47-53. Lows: 38-44. Mostly cloudy. Chance of showers tonight.

trace 1.75” 1.59” 58.63” 36.60”

Susquehanna Wilkes-Barre Towanda Lehigh Bethlehem Delaware Port Jervis

Sunset 4:37p 4:38p Moonset 1:12p 1:55p

Stage Chg. Fld. Stg 5.35 -0.41 22.0 2.98 -0.46 21.0 3.07

0.75

16.0

4.42

0.06

18.0

New

First

Full

Last

Dec. 24

Jan. 1

Jan. 9

Jan. 16

Weather Central, LP For more weather information go to:

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62/53

48/31

47/30

68/42 79/69

80/71 36/30

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Yesterday

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

36/31/.00 60/34/.00 49/23/.00 44/18/.00 45/33/.00 58/31/.00 50/43/.00 48/37/.00 64/52/.34 35/25/.01 52/37/.00 82/72/.00 71/52/.01 50/39/.00 57/38/.00 59/49/.00 76/68/.00 46/39/.00 38/31/.00

City

Yesterday

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

41/32/.00 NA/NA/NA 37/19/.00 37/34/.00 88/63/.00 48/39/.00 37/30/.00 66/57/.00 64/42/.00 45/28/.00

Today Tomorrow 32/22/sn 62/53/sh 48/40/c 42/30/s 38/35/pc 62/53/sh 39/36/r 39/39/sh 48/31/pc 39/21/pc 37/36/sh 80/71/sh 68/42/t 49/42/sh 55/38/pc 62/46/pc 79/69/pc 37/34/c 29/19/s

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

50/42

62/46

Highs: 29-39. Lows: 24-35. Sunny to partly cloudy. Chance of rain or snow tonight.

Atlantic City 49/41

Yesterday Average Record High Record Low

39/21

The Jersey Shore

Philadelphia 47/38

Temperatures

39/36

32/22

Wilkes-Barre 40/31

45/37

34/22

58/47

Highs: 38-44. Lows: 28-31. Mostly cloudy. Chance of a wintry mix tonight.

Poughkeepsie 40/27

29/19 37/36

40° 25°

Highs: 46-49. Lows: 37-42. Mostly cloudy. Slight chance of showers tonight.

Pottsville 41/33

Harrisburg 44/34

42/26

The Poconos

Albany 36/27

Towanda 40/27

State College 41/34

46/35

TODAY’S SUMMARY

Binghamton 38/28

Scranton 40/31

MONDAY Partly sunny

40° 30°

REGIONAL FORECAST Today’s high/ Tonight’s low

THURSDAY Partly sunny

WEDNESDAY Rain showers

NATIONAL FORECAST: A storm system will produce rain and thunderstorms from the Mid- and Lower Mississippi Valleys into the Ohio Valley and portions of the Southeast today. Some of these storms may be strong to severe. Rain, freezing rain, sleet and snow will be seen behind this system from the central Plains into parts of the Upper Midwest.

33/15/sn 67/49/sh 56/45/sh 50/43/sh 47/40/sh 66/49/sh 42/31/pc 55/39/sh 54/38/pc 44/18/pc 46/35/sh 80/70/sh 61/50/pc 49/34/sh 56/39/s 60/45/s 80/71/pc 39/27/pc 33/23/pc

City

Yesterday

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

61/32/.00 56/35/.00 71/40/.00 56/29/.00 54/47/.42 36/28/.00 75/51/.00 58/48/.00 44/30/.00 43/41/.00 56/48/.09 28/24/.00 74/58/.31 59/51/.00 57/47/.00 46/36/.00 76/53/.00 51/42/.25 51/29/.00

WORLD CITIES

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45/41/c 68/43/pc 33/15/s 36/29/rs 93/67/t 52/47/sh 38/31/rs 72/62/pc 66/49/c 50/42/c

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Yesterday

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

72/43/.00 43/21/.00 36/32/.00 41/28/.00 91/73/.00 68/45/.00 50/36/.00 83/74/.00 48/37/.00 39/25/.00

Today Tomorrow 66/56/pc 61/53/sh 76/57/t 52/47/pc 36/26/rs 31/19/sn 77/59/pc 60/43/c 42/39/sh 43/38/sh 52/39/sh 34/24/pc 61/38/pc 62/46/c 57/44/pc 46/35/sh 79/60/pc 59/37/c 50/42/c

71/57/sh 56/42/t 66/53/t 70/53/sh 50/31/s 35/22/pc 79/62/pc 61/44/pc 54/39/sh 42/32/s 45/33/s 35/23/sn 61/45/pc 62/47/s 57/44/s 44/29/s 80/61/pc 60/38/c 59/46/sh

Today Tomorrow 75/46/pc 20/17/s 28/26/sn 43/38/c 86/71/pc 67/46/s 50/36/s 83/74/sh 49/36/pc 34/24/pc

76/46/pc 37/32/rs 30/25/sn 48/42/sh 88/70/pc 66/46/s 53/37/pc 83/72/sh 47/36/sh 32/24/sf

The weather will be unsettled this week as a series of low pressure systems moves through the Great Lakes, MidAtlantic and Northeast Regions. Today will feature some morning sunshine followed by increasing clouds. That's because a low pressure system is approaching from the southwest. The storm will produce a wintry mix (snow, sleet and rain) for our area tonight. We don't expect a lot of snow, but it will make the roads icy in spots, so be careful driving. As the storm moves northeast, it will pull warmer air from the south, changing the snow and sleet to rain overnight. By Wednesday, it should be just rain.

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

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sitting in a car or movie theater, for example — and often will feel better if they straighten it out Carolina. or walk around. Going up and Some red flags: down stairs also may hurt. • Change in technique. Young • Behavioral changes. Inability to athletes might make minor sleep, mood swings and lack of changes to their motion or form appetite can be the first signs to work around pain. You also that a child is sore, which may might notice a drop in performkeep a sport from being enance level. joyable and possibly contribute • Difficulty sitting. Kids with knee to mental burnout. pain might have trouble keeping • Headaches. If a headache develtheir leg bent continuously —

ops after any blow to the head — even a seemingly insignificant blow — don’t ignore it. Kids with pain that persists after a head injury should see a doctor before trying to play again. They also need medical attention for headaches that occur during or after exercise. • Unusual comments about a sport. "I don’t like pitching anymore" might really mean, "My arm hurts when I pitch."

Ask questions to find out why a child feels that way. • Low back pain. Activities that stress the back, including football, gymnastics and weightlifting, can gradually damage bones in the spine. Stretching, strengthening exercises, rest and breaks from a sport can help.

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Santa still fit to bring joy to the world Q: Just for fun, could you speculate on what health problems Santa Claus might have? —Anonymous, Philadelphia A: Since I’m not the personal physician for the “jolly big guy”, this is all pure medical conjecture. But given his advanced age, occupational hazards and obvious obesity, he might be dealing with a number of chronic medical conditions. Starting at the head, he’s probably already dealt with cataracts and has some degree of hearing loss given his advanced age. He probably also has a bit of age-related atrophy of the brain (which explains his need for numerous personal assistants at the North Pole). Given his obesity, I wouldn’t be the least bit surprised if his personal physician has him on medication for hypertension, diabetes and high cholesterol. He also has probably dealt with benign prostate enlargement, and I wouldn’t be the least bit surprised if he’s had a surgical procedure for that at some point. After all, it’s a long trip around the world. Osteoarthritis of his knees, hips and low back are probably likely given the weight of Santa’s sack of toys and climbing from chimney to chimney all over the world. The extreme cold, dry air of the North Pole may cause a bit of asthma as well as a case of eczema. But chronic health problems aside, he’s a seemingly jolly old soul who never seems to fail to deliver on his promise of toys to children throughout the world. I expect him to be medically fit to conduct his Santa duties for as long as there are children who believe in the magic of Christmas.

Tips to avoid holiday stress Dr. Stephen Paolucci, chairman, division of psychiatry at Geisinger Health System, offers the following tips to manage and reduce holiday stress: • Be realistic and stay positive. The holidays don’t have to be perfect. • Stick to a budget. Decide how much you can afford to spend before you go shopping. • Plan ahead. Set aside days for shopping, baking and visiting to prevent over-extending yourself. • Maintain healthy habits. Have a healthy snack before holiday parties and don’t go overboard on sweets. Overindulgence adds to stress and guilt. • Exercise and rest. Exercise is one of the quickest ways to boost your mood. • Take time for yourself. Find something that reduces stress such as a walk or listening to music.

Geisinger launches mobile app Geisinger Health System (GHS) is making electronic health services available to iPhone and Android users with the 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. 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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Bayada Nurses office recognized The Bayada Nurses office in Pittston was included in the 2011 Home Care Elite ranking, a compilation of the top-performing Medicare-certified home health care providers in the United States. The companies in this annual review are ranked by an analysis of performance measures in quality of care, process measure implementation, and financial performance. This is the third consecutive year that the Pittston office has been recognized with this honor.

CMC recognized A report released by HealthGrades, named Community Medical Center, Scranton, as one of the nation’s 100 Best Hospitals for Overall Orthopedic Surgery and Orthopedic Joint Replacement for 2012, and the best hospital for Orthopedic care in the ScrantonWilkes-Barre region. Community Medical Center is also a recipient of the 2012 HealthGrades Orthopedic Surgery and Joint Replacement Excellence Awards.

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f ever you need incentive to wash the dishes after a holiday feast, consider what a little sudsing might do for your hips. Activity — whether through the gym, sports

or household chores — is your best friend during the glutto-

nous holidays, the key to indulging in pumpkin toffee cheesecake without looking or feeling like one yourself. The American Council on Exercise a few years ago estimated the average holiday dinner packs 3,000 calories and 229 grams of fat. Add in the snacking and drinking you do throughout the day, and you’ve ingested about 4,500 calories, the council said — a sure path to weight gain, as 3,500 calories makes a pound, and the average person hoping to maintain their weight is sup-

posed to consume 2,000 calories (for women) or 2,500 (for men) a day (though that varies by height, weight and activity level). So what does it take to burn it off? Fighting the turkey coma and getting your butt off the couch is a good start. After that, any number of activities, from the vigorous to the mundane, can melt calories. Take cooking, which requires re-

Some cereal no more healthy than Twinkies or cookies By ANDREA WALKER The Baltimore Sun

If you’re feeding your kids Honey Smacks or Apple Jacks for breakfast you might as well just give them a chocolate chip cookie or Twinkie, according to results from a nutritional analysis of kids’ cereals. The Environmental Working Group analyzed 84 cereals and found many contain as muchormoresugarthanmany desserts.Theworstculpritwas Kellogg’s Honey Smacks. A

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aching, bending and mixing. If you’re the one slaving in the kitchen all day, you really can earn yourself a slice of pie (though mind the mindless grazing). Here’s a list of some popular holiday fare, with the amount of exercise you’d have to do to burn it off. The per-serving nutritional information is based on recipes on the Better Homes and Gardens website (bhg.com). The exercise calculations are from everydayhealth.com/ calorie-counter.aspx and assume a 150-pound person; it takes longer to burn off the same number of calories if you weigh less. Note that the meal here has a total of only 2,081 calories. Better Homes uses low-calorie and fat-free substitutes in most of the recipes, so your own homemade versions may have higher calorie and fat content, espeSee TRACK, Page 3C

Q: What is your opinion on taking vitamin E as a supplement? What is the best dose and form of it to take? — R.F., Winter Park, Fla. A: I don’t recommend it. Not only does the research show that vitamin E fails to reduce the risk of cancer and heart disease, but there are now studies showing a possible increased risk of prostate and lung cancer with vitamin E supplementation. Despite the theoretical belief that the antioxidant vitamin E might reduce the risk of certain forms of cancer, the compelling results of the 10 year National Cancer Institute/NIH-funded Women’s Health Study of vitamin E and low-dose aspirin on cancer and cardiovascular disease prevention found no statistical risk reduction in overall cancer incidence, or breast, lung and colon cancer individually. This study involved nearly 40,000 healthy women aged 45 years and older who were randomly assigned to receive 600 IU of vitamin E or placebo and 100mg of aspirin or placebo every other day for an average of 10 years. While their findings certainly are powerful, it left the question of whether vitamin E might still have some benefit in men. Well, the recent Select trial, involving 35,000 participants, found a 17 percent increase in prostate cancer in men who took vitamin E supplements over the 10-year study. The VITAL study involving 77,126 men and women found that vitamin E supplementation was associated with a slightly increased risk of lung cancer. It appears that at best, vitamin E does not protect against cancer; at worst, it may increase one’s risk of cancer. Other than natural food sources of vitamin E and that present in a daily multivitamin, I’d stay clear of taking extra vitamin E. Dr. Mitchell Hecht is a physician specializing in internal medicine. Send questions to him at: “Ask Dr. H,” P.O. Box 767787, Atlanta, GA 30076. Due to the large volume of mail received, personal replies are not possible.

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Thriving through touch Gentle massage helps older people with low mobility improve in body and mind. By ALEXIA ELEJALDE-RUIZ Chicago Tribune

The woman — in her 80s — hadn’t spoken in months. The nursing home staff figured she had lost the ability. But after six silent months of regular massage sessions, massage therapist Dawn Nelson heard a soft voice utter: “That feels good.” Nelson, author of “From the Heart Through the Hands” and creator of the program “Compassionate Touch For Those in Later Life Stages,” says massage has improved quality of life for many older, not-so-mobile clients. In addition to boosting circulation, easing stress and relieving aches and pains, all important physiologically for people who don’t move around much, massage bestows a basic human need the elderly often go without: touch. “Just like at the beginning of life, when you’re not touched, you don’t thrive,” said Nelson, who works with older people who are isolated in their homes or living in institutionalized care. While extensive research has shown that massaging infants benefits their development, particularly in premature babies, few studies have explored the impact of massage on the elderly. One study, published in 1998 in the Journal of Applied Gerontology, found that elderly people who massaged infants experienced less stress, improved mood and fewer trips to the doctor. Researchers believe massage, and touch generally, can strengthen the immune system by stimulating pressure receptors under the skin, which in turn reduces the stress hormone cortisol, the chief culprit in killing natural dis-

ease-fighting cells, said Tiffany Field, director of the Touch Research Institute at the University of Miami School of Medicine. Without touch, studies on monkeys have shown, there’s a rise in aggression. But elderly people, who could use the immune-boosting benefits of touch the most, are getting it the least. “There’s a lot of isolation involved when you’re no longer working or driving,” said Sharon Puszko, owner and educator at Day-Break Geriatric Massage Institute, which teaches health professionals safe massage techniques for elderly clients. “There are lots of people who are alone, whose grandchildren are grown and aren’t in town to give kisses.” Some assisted living facilities arrange for massage therapists for their residents, but it’s “not something that’s being incorporated as much as it should be or could be,” said Tara Cortes, executive director of the Hartford Institute for Geriatric Nursing at New York University. Family members and friends can provide the touch that’s lacking. Because aged skin gets thin and bruises easily, any massage administered to the elderly must be gentle; sometimes all it takes is barely caressing a person’s skin, Cortes said. “We do know that just the touching of a person to another person, just the warmness, creates a sense of calmness and security,” Cortes said. More than just chatting, playing games or even holding hands, giving focused, attentive touch establishes an intimate, nurturing bond that expresses caring, Nelson said. She has seen it ease the symptoms of touch deprivation, such as grouchiness, irritability, and a lack of interest in life and people. In people with dementia, she said, it helps ground them in physical reality. “For me the miraculous part is

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drawing a person out of his shell,” Nelson said. “Because otherwise they just curl into a little ball, and their skin dries up, their mind dries up.” Licensed massage therapist Sharon Puszko offered four exercises a lay person can do on an older, not-so-mobile loved one. Arms and legs: Wrap both hands around the person’s wrist, and gently compress and release. Work your way up the arm with the same compress-and-release motion. Do the same for the legs, starting at the ankle and moving upward. Always massage toward the heart. Hands: Using your thumbs, massage the palms of the hands with circular strokes. Work your way up each finger with the squeeze-and-release motion mentioned above. Don’t massage the top of the hand, as that skin is particularly thin. And don’t pull the fingers, as that can hurt people with osteoporosis. Feet: Using your thumbs, massage the soles of the feet in an outward circular motion. This helps loosen up the connective tissue and widen the plantar surface, which can tighten when people don’t walk much. Back and shoulders: Place the palm of your hand in the sacrum

area at the base of the spine, and make circles on the muscles on either side of the spine (don’t massage bone), working your way up to the shoulders. If your loved one is seated, have them lean forward slightly, with a pillow in his lap. You’re not aiming to give the knot-grinding, tension-relieving massage younger people seek. Aging skin is thin and prone to tearing and bruising, so err on the side of very gentle. A 20- to 30-minute session one to three times a week is sufficient. Use a nonsticky massage lotion. Know your loved one’s medications and health issues. People on blood thinners may bruise more easily. People with diabetes might have neuropathy and might not know if their feet hurt from pressure. People with osteoporosis may have more sensitive bones. If you have concerns, ask the doctor. Get permission. If your loved one is resistant, put lotion on your own hands and ask if they’d like some on their own. Lotioning hands, gently, is a good first step. Avoid massaging around open wounds. If there’s pain, stop.

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Potato Pancakes Calories: 113 Fat: 4g (1g saturated) Sodium: 142mg Burn it off: 13 minutes of moderate biking (11-15 mph) or 56 minutes of washing dishes Health tip: Try baking the latkes instead of frying. You can also use sweet potatoes instead of baking potatoes or add roasted vegetables, cauliflower or zucchini to the pancakes to increase nutrients and fiber.

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The American Council on Exercise a few years ago estimated the average holiday dinner packs 3,000 calories and 229 grams of fat. Add in the snacking and drinking you do throughout the day, and you’ve ingested about 4,500 calories.

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Hostess Twinkie, which has 18 grams of sugar. Post Golden Crisps and General Mills Wheaties Fuel also have more sugar than a Twinkie, according to the analysis. The group said sugary breakfastchoicescanbetroublesome.It cited studies that have found that children who eat high sugar breakfasts have more problems at school. They become more frustrated and have a harder time working independently than kids who eat lower-sugar breakfasts. By lunchtime they have less energy, are hungrier, show attention deficits and make more mistakes on their work. Some laboratory studies have also found that sugar is habitforming, stimulating the same brainresponsesasopiates,theEnvironmenal Working Group found.

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53 minutes of brisk walking Health tip: Remove the skin and stick to white meat, which will reduce the fat by about 3 grams per 3 ounces of meat. For the stuffing, try substituting half the butter with applesauce, and instead of pork sausage try turkey sausage.

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Joseph Eric Jacobs, son of Erika and Joseph Jacobs, Nanticoke, is celebrating his fifth birthday today, Dec. 20. Joseph Eric is a grandson of Jackie and Randy Belchick, Nanticoke, and Edith and Joseph Jacobs, WilkesBarre. He has a brother, Matthew John, 2.

Olivia Marie Brizgint, daughter of Tanya Kapustensky and Robert J. Brizgint, Mountain Top, is celebrating her fifth birthday today, Dec 20. Olivia is a granddaughter of Kathy Rider and Mike Nareski, Larksville, and Robert F. Brizgint, Mountain Top. She is a great-granddaughter of Fran and Bernard Gorski, Miners Mills. Olivia has two sisters, Abby, 1 1, and Julia, 7.

Kyleigh Skye Redmond, daughter of David and Carrie Redmond, Bloomsburg, is celebrating her second birthday today, Dec. 20. Kyleigh is a granddaughter of Len and Carrie Kaminski, Clayton, N.C., and Jan and Mike Bondurant, Halifax, Va. She is a great-granddaughter of Len and Rose Kaminski, WilkesBarre; George and Loretta Mizenko, Harding; and Regina Albanese and the late John Albanese, Nanticoke. Kyleigh has a brother, Hunter, 5.

Nurses organizing Care Conference at Misericordia University Members of the Nurse Practitioners of Northeastern Pennsylvania are planning their annual Primary Care Conference on March 9, 2012, at Misericordia University, Dallas. The planning committee recently met at Doc Magrogan’s, Moosic. For more information, visit www.npnepa.org. At the meeting, from left, first row: Judy Bailey, chapter president, and Barbara Burke, vice president. Second row: Kathleen Hirthler; Margeurite Mannion; Carla Vincent, secretary; Diane Barush; Andrea Mantione; Cathy Champi; and Laura Lzdancewicz.

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Ally M. George Ally Mary George, daughter of Chris and Kerry George, Ashley, is celebrating her fourth birthday today, Dec. 20. Ally is a granddaughter of Dominick and Marsha Panetta, Sugar Notch, and Norm Magda and Geri George, Ashley. She is a greatgranddaughter of Gertrude VanLeuven, Sugar Notch. Ally has a brother, Auggie, 9, and a sister, Emma, 7.

Michael J. Tkach Michael J. Tkach, son of Michael and Judy Tkach, Exeter, is celebrating his ninth birthday today, Dec. 20. Michael is a grandson of Michael and Tina Tkach and the late Fred and Martha Abrams, all of Wilkes-Barre.

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Jack Youngblood, son of Mark and Mary Youngblood, Linthicum, Md., is celebrating his ninth birthday today, Dec. 20. Jack is a grandson of Bob and Theresa Youngblood, Hanover Township, and Charles and Bernadette Riordan, Severn, Md. He has two sisters, Molly, 5, and Julia, 3.

Brynn L. Vosburg, daughter of Gary and Nicole Ross Vosburg, Doylestown, celebrated her first birthday Dec. 16. Brynn is a granddaughter of Jan Ross, Seaville, N.J.; the late Leslie Ross; Julie Janesko Vosburg, Moosic; and Gary B. Vosburg Sr., Avoca.

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Wyandt decorated the tables with homemade baked cookies, treats and live poinsettias. Door prizes were awarded, gifts exchanged and the music continued for dancing and singing. The next meeting will be 1 p.m. Jan. 3 at St. Anthony’s Center. Travel coordinator Johanna is accepting reservations for a trip to the Sands Casino on Jan. 19. Pickups will be in Exeter and Pittston. Non-members are welcome. For more information call Johanna at 655-2720.

EXETER: The Cosmopolitan Seniors and their guests recently greeted the holiday season with a Christmas party at St. Anthony’s Center. Music was provided by D.J. Jack Bravyak. The men of the club served a buffet dinner prepared by Bobby O’s, followed by cake and ice cream. Chairperson Amy Alpaugh and her committee of Tom Alpaugh, Carole Baccanari, Mary Kovaleski, Mary Ann Kull, Antionette Manganello and Veronica

The Wilkes-Barre Verizon Telecom Pioneers No. 7 recently presented a Price Chopper gift card to the Catherine McAuley Center in Plymouth. The McAuley Center provides temporary shelter for women and children in crisis. At the presentation, from left: Rosemary J. Gawat, Pioneer; Nancy Karpovich, president, Wilkes-Barre Pioneers; Sister Marie Larkin, director, Catherine McAuley Center; and Joan Latinski and Mary Ellen Arasin, Pioneers.

Gift bags compiled by Falls Senior Center residents Members of the Falls Senior Center, sponsored by the Area Agency on Aging for Luzerne/Wyoming counties, recently donated 30 gift bags to area homebound individuals. With some of the gift bags, from left are Eleanor Rezykowski, Darlene Headley, Margaret Zalackas, Mary Lou Bugelholl and Jeanette Martin.

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Husband who is a great father has little else to give to his wife Dear Abby: I have been married for 13 years to a good guy who is a great dad. We have two boys, ages 9 and 11. The problem is, we don’t communicate. We hardly have sex and we don’t get along at all. I have sacrificed physical and emotional intimacy so my kids can have both parents in their lives full-time. When I think of writing down my husband’s attributes, all I can think of is that he’s a good dad, good worker and helps out around the house. Am I selfish? Should I just smother my emotions and go on like I have been all these years? — Unfulfilled in Georgia

DEAR ABBY ADVICE Dear Unfulfilled: It’s not selfish to want emotional and physical intimacy with another person. It’s normal, and your husband may miss it, too. There’s an alternative to ending your marriage, and that is fighting to save it. It would require effort from both of you and the services of a licensed marriage counselor. Why not suggest to your husband that you make it your first New Year’s resolution? Dear Abby: Right now I’m so tired I can hardly write this letter asking for advice I need. I work the 11

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rewrapped. I think if someone doesn’t care enough to shop for a $20 gift for a family exchange, it takes away from the idea of gift-giving. What do you think? — Jim in Amarillo, Texas Dear Jim: I think you should find your sense of humor where you misplaced it, and stop looking a gift horse in the mouth. The kind of party you describe is done for laughs, and none of the gifts is selected with one specific person in mind. To receive a collection of Abby’s most memorable — and most frequently requested — poems and essays, send a business-sized, self-addressed envelope, plus check or money order for $3.95 ($4.50 in Canada) to: Dear Abby’s “Keepers,” P.O. Box 447, Mount Morris, IL 61054-0447. (Postage is included.)

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ARIES (March 21-April 19). You will befriend the friendless. Those who have been displaced or who are just wandering through will find a tender heart in you. You’ll bring out the best qualities in others. TAURUS (April 20-May 20). As long as your expectations are reasonable and your to-do list is realistic and manageable, it will be a fine day for executing a series of successful undertakings. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). The demands of your personal life are steep lately, and it might also be hard for you to see why your efforts matter. Friendships are important, but so is your sanity. Pull back. Strive for balance. CANCER (June 22-July 22). Having a pleasant time with a loved one will not bring you as close as the shared thrill of risk and adventure. That’s why an element of danger will be just the bonding agent you crave. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You’ll have a choice between investing in your life experiences and investing in material goods. Choose the former. The memories you make and the self-esteem you build will outlast possessions. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You’ll tell people what’s in your heart. Many would consider this to be a difficult undertaking, but there are times when you’re so overcome with feeling that it’s the easiest thing. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You are usually comforted by patterns, and you easily sync your personal rhythms to the routines of life. However, today you will benefit from a pattern interruption.

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SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You’ll raise your self-esteem by taking on a challenge. Whether or not you succeed will be irrelevant. You’ll stretch, grow and think a little more of yourself through each part of your process. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You don’t have to be involved with a nonprofit, church or charity in order to uplift humanity. Today you’ll make a difference by giving your warmth, a listening ear and a smile. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Someone wants to know about your process. Whether this is about a recipe, a way of working or a method of organizing your life, be judicious in the sharing of information. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You’ll be of great help and guidance. Others are depending on you — especially someone you know who is confused. This one needs to stop asking questions and stand in what is known. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). While you take the time to speculate, someone else rushes in to seize the moment. The early bird may get the worm, but the second mouse gets the cheese. TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (Dec. 20). Wherever you go this year, you’ll make it your goal to bring joy to others and to find joy there, too. You have new passion and purpose for your work in January. June is like one long social experiment. You’ll be involved with a group whose ideas you can really stand behind in May. Taurus and Leo people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 49, 3, 31, 20 and 15.

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ADVERTISEMENT REQUESTING STATEMENTS OF INTEREST HAZLETON AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT ENGINEER DESIGNATION ISSUED: The Hazleton Area School District, PA is hereby requesting submission of formal statements of interest from qualified engineering firms seeking designation as the Hazleton Area School District Engineer for purposes of conducting professional engineering services associated with PennDOT projects. 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.

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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. 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. The Hazleton Area School District reserves the right to reject all statements of interest and re-advertise for new statements of interest. Advertisements for the statement of interest will be published in (3) local newspapers. A concurrent ad will also be sent to and published on the website of: 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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NOTICE TO BIDDERS The Controller of Luzerne County will receive sealed proposals for the following bids. Please submit: Attention Controller, Walter Griffith, Penn Place Bldg., 20 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, until 1:00 PM Prevailing Time, 30th day of December, 2011 for:

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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.

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NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Regular Monthly Meetings of the Wilkes-Barre Area School District Board of Directors, for year 2012 will be held on the second Wednesday of each month, whereas, the Committee Meetings will be held on the Monday immediately preceding, unless otherwise designated. All meetings will be held at the Administration Building, 730 South Main Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA beginning at 6:00 PM. The meeting schedule for 2012 is as follows: Committee Regular Monday, 01/09/12 Wednesday, 01/11/12 Monday, 02/06/12 Wednesday, 02/08/12 Monday, 03/12/12 Wednesday, 03/14/12 Tuesday, 04/10/12 Wednesday, 04/11/12 Monday, 05/07/12 Wednesday, 05/09/12 Monday, 06/11/12 Wednesday, 06/13/12 Monday, 07/09/12 Wednesday, 07/11/12 Monday, 08/06/12 Wednesday, 08/08/12 Monday, 09/10/12 Wednesday, 09/12/12 Tuesday, 10/09/12 Wednesday, 10/10/12 Monday, 11/12/12 Wednesday, 11/14/12 BY ORDER OF THE BOARD Leonard B. Przywara, Secretary MEETING NOTICE The Lower Lackawanna Valley Sanitary Authority (LLVSA) Board of Directors has scheduled the following public meetings during the year 2012. All scheduled meetings will be held at 5:00PM in the Avoca Borough Building, located at 752 Main Street, Avoca Borough, Pennsylvania 18641. Day Monday Monday Monday Monday Monday Monday Monday Monday Monday

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The LLVSA Board of Directors reserves the right to conduct an executive session no more than thirty (30) minutes prior to each meeting and/or immediately following the scheduled meeting. The LLVSA will not conduct a monthly meeting during the months of July, August, and December. The general public is invited to review, inspect and submit comments during the third (3rd) week of said months on the prior months activities. Said activities include correspondence, financial reports and invoices to be paid. The LLVSA reserves the right to alter and/or change the meeting schedule as events may warrant. THOMAS A. MCDERMOTT EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

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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 MERCURY MILAN PREMIER Mint green, V6, alloys 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 CHRYSLER ASPEN LTD Silver, 3rd seat, 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 05 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 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

412 Autos for Sale

AUDI `05 A4 1.8T

CHRYSLER `04 SEBRING LXI CONVERTIBLE

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

BMW ‘04 325 XI White. Fully

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

BMW ‘98 740 IL

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

Low miles - 54,000. V6. FWD. Leather interior. Great shape. A/C. CD. All power. $7,200. Negotiable (570) 760-1005

CHRYSLER ‘04 SEBRING CONVERTIBLE

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

‘08 SEBRING BUICK `05 LACROSSE CHRYSLER Leather. Heated Metallic Gray. Heated leather seats. Traction control, 6 way power front seats, remote start. Rear park assist. New tires. 41,400 miles. $11,000 570-696-2148

CADILLAC `05 SRX All wheel drive,

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

CADILLAC ‘06 STS

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

CHEVROLET `04 CORVETTE COUPE Torch red with

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

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,

6 cylinder, 4x4, power steering and brakes, Air, 90,000 miles, inspected. $3,000. 570-477-5146

seats. DVD Player. $12,450

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

CROSSROAD MOTORS 570-825-7988

700 Sans Souci Highway WE SELL FOR LESS!! ‘10 Dodge Caravan SXT 32K. Silver-Black. Power slides. Factory warranty. $17,599 ‘09 DODGE CALIBER SXT 2.0 Automatic, 24k Factory Warranty! $12,199 ‘08 CHEVY IMPALA LS Only 18K! One Owner - Estate Sale. $13,999 ‘08 SUBARU Special Edition 42k, 5 speed, AWD. Factory warranty. $13,399 ‘08 CHEVY SILVERADO 1500 4x4, Regular Cab, 63K, Factory Warranty $13,399 ‘08 CHEVY IMPALA LS 4 door, only 37K! 5 Yr. 100K factory warranty $11,799 ‘08 CHEVY IMPALA LS 60k. Factory warranty. $9,799 ‘05 BUICK CENTURY Only 48K. $5,799 ‘05 HONDA CRV EX One owner, just traded, 65K. $12,999 ‘05 Suzuki Verona LX Auto. 64K. Factory warranty. $5,499 ‘01 LINCOLN TOWN CAR Executive 74K $5,899 ‘99 J EEP G RAND C HEROKEE Limited. 74K. Estate Sale. $6,499 TITLE TAGS FULL NOTARY SERVICE 6 M ONTH WARRANTY

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 04 CAVALIER 4 door. 4 cylinder. Power windows. 59K. Looks & runs well. $4,495 DEALER 570-868-3914

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

DODGE `02 STRATUS

DODGE `02 STRATUS SE PLUS 100,000 miles, auto-

matic, front wheel drive, 4 door, antilock brakes, air conditioning, power locks, power windows, power mirrors, power seats, all power, cruise control, CD player, keyless entry, rear defroster, new 2.7 engine.timing set, water pump, oil pump, $2,999. (570) 604-5277

412 Autos for Sale

EAGLE `95 TALON

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

HYUNDAI ‘06 ELANTRA Tan, 4 door,

clean title, 4 cylinder, auto, 115k miles. Power windows, & keyless entry, CD player, cruise, central console heated power mirrors. $3900 570-991-5558

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

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

FORD `95 CROWN VICTORIA V-8, power windows

& seats, cruise control. Recent inspection. Asking $1,000. Call 570-604-9325

FORD 00 ESCORT ZX2

2 door. 53K. 4 cylinder. Looks and runs well. $3,195 DEALER 570-868-3914

FORD 01 FOCUS

4 door. 4 cylinder. Power windows. 78K. Looks and runs well. $3,695 DEALER 570-868-3914

FORD ‘02 MUSTANG

412 Autos for Sale

JAGUAR ‘94 XJS CONVERTIBLE

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

WANTED!

FORD `07 MUSTANG CONVERTIBLE

HYUNDAI ‘11 SONATA GLS

Auto. Power windows. Power locks & extras. Only 800 miles. Runs good. $13,995 Flood Title Trade Welcome 570-829-3929

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570-301-3602

To place your

JAGUAR `00 S TYPE ad call...829-7130 4 door sedan. Like MERCEDESwith `92 500gray SEL new condition. BrilWhite liant blue exterior with beige hides. Car is fully equipped with navigation system, V-8, automatic, climate control AC, alarm system, AM/FM 6 disc CD, garage door opener. 42,000 original miles. $9,000 Call (570) 288-6009

PONTIAC 04 SUNFIRE

2 door. 4 cylinder. 42K. Looks and runs well. $4,995 Dealer DEALER 570-868-3914

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

AUTO SERVICE

GT CONVERTIBLE

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

DIRECTORY

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

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HONDA `09 CIVIC LX-S

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

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RICK’S BODY SHOP

HONDA `07 ACCORD

V6 EXL. 77K miles. 1 owner with maintenance records. Slate blue with leather interior. Sunroof. Asking $12,500. Call 570-239-2556

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

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BEST PRICES IN THE AREA CA$H ON THE $POT, Free Anytime Pickup 570-301-3602 SNOW TIRES, Wintermark Steel Radial Tires, 185/60, R14 82S, very good condition, $75 for two. 570-704-7019

Land for sale? Place an ad and SELL 570-829-7130

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Cars & Full Size Trucks. For prices... Lamoreaux Auto Parts 477-2562

1451 SHOEMAKER AVE, W. WYOMING

HYUNDAI ‘05 ELANTRA

71K. Auto. Very Clean. Serviced. New tires & brakes. Warrantied. $6,695.

570-714-4146

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CHEVY ‘11 MALIBU LT

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AS ALWAYS ****HIGHEST PRICES***** PAID FOR YOUR UNWANTED VEHICLES!!! DRIVE IN PRICES Call for Details (570) 459-9901 Vehicles must be COMPLETE !!

Moonroof. 7K miles. $16,880

Plus Enter to Win $500.00 Cash!! DRAWING TO BE HELD DECEMBER 31

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, 8Speaker Surround System, DVD /CD /AM/FM/ Cassette, XM Satellite Radio, Power & Heated Front Seats, Power Door Locks & Windows, Power Moonroof, 4 Snow Tires Included!.... And Much, Much, More! Car runs and looks beautiful $16,500 Firm Call 239-8461

412 Autos for Sale

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CHEVY ‘95 ASTRO

MARK III CONVERSION VAN. Hightop. 93K. 7 passenger. TV/VCP/Stereo. Loaded. Great condition. $3,495 (570) 574-2199

CHRYSLER `06 300 4 door sedan in per-

fect condition. Full service records. All luxury options and features. 25.5 MPG. $12,800. Call 570-371-1615

310

Attorney Services

Bankruptcy $595 Guaranteed Low Fees www.BkyLaw.net Atty Kurlancheek 825-5252 W-B DIVORCE No Fault $295 divorce295.com Atty. Kurlancheek 800-324-9748 W-B Free Bankruptcy Consultation Payment plans. Carol Baltimore 570-822-1959

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ESTATE PLANNING /ADMINISTRATION

Real Estate & Civil Litigation Attorney Ron Wilson 570-822-2345 SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY Free Consultation. Contact Atty. Sherry Dalessandro 570-823-9006 Say it HERE in the Classifieds! 570-829-7130

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Octagon Family Restaurant

375 W Main St, Plymouth, PA 18651

570-779-2288

Wednesday Dec. 21 Special

.35 cent Wings

Wednesday-Sunday Open at 4 pm In House Only

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3.7L V6 ENGINE LEATHER HEATED/COOLED SEATS

SIDE AIR CURTAINS MYLINCOLN TOUCH

AUTO. TEMPERATURE CONTROL

SATELLITE RADIO WITH CD 18” ALUMINUM WHEELS HANDS-FREE SYNC

ADVANCED TRAC

REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM

KEYLESS ENTRY WITH KEYPAD

HID HEADLAMPS

VIN #2LCBL11439

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.

NEW 2012 LINCOLN MKZ AWD NEW 2012 LINCOLN MKZ HYBRID NEW 2012 LINCOLN MKS AWD PL, Leather Seats, Message Center, Side Air Curtains, PW, AM/FM/CD, Fog Lamps, Personal Safety w/Anti-Theft Sys., SYNC,

Leather Seats, Message Center, Side Air Curtains, AM/FM/CD, Fog Lamps, SYNC, Personal Safety with Anti-Theft Sys., PL, PW,

VIN #3LCR803324

3.7L V6, Remote Keyless Entry, HID Headlamps, Reverse Sensing Sys., THX Sound Sys. with CD, Dual Zone Electronic Auto. Temp. Control,Pwr. Heat/Cool Leather Seats, SYNC, Personal Safety Sys., Safety Canopy Sys., Anti-Theft Sys., VIN #1LCG801770

MPG VIN #3LCR807016

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.

6 YR./100,000 MILE COMPREHENSIVE 169-POINT INSPECTION LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE FULL TANK OF GAS VEHICLE HISTORY REPORT NEW WIPER BLADES WARRANTY IS FULLY TRANSFERABLE FRESH OIL & FILTER 24/7 ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE

08-09 LINCOLN MKZ AWD Most with Parking Sensors, Pwr. Leather Seats, SYNC, Moonroof, Keyless Entry with Keypad

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415 Autos-Antique & Classic

Chrysler ‘68 New Yorker

Sedan. 440 Engine. Power Steering & brakes. 34,500 original miles. Always garaged. Reduced to $6,400 (570) 883-4443

MERCEDES-BENZ ‘00 S430

Silver, black leather interior. All power options. Navigation. Alloys and extras. Car runs good. $8,995 Flood Title Trade Welcome 570-829-3929

FORD ‘28 MODEL A Sport Coupe.

Rumble Seat. Professionally Restored. Ford Blue with tan canvas top. $15,225 570-339-1552 after 5:00pm

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

NISSAN ‘02 ALTIMA Black with gray

interior. Power window, locks, sunroof. $5,995. Trade Welcome 570-829-3929

NISSAN ‘03 SENTRA Auto. Air conditioning. Runs excellent. Good economy car. $3,995. Trades Welcome 570-817-7878

D.P. MOTORS

1451 SHOEMAKER AVE, W. WYOMING

PONTIAC 07 G6

83K. 4 Cylinder. Auto. New tires & brakes. Serviced. Inspected. Warrantied. $9,295.

570-714-4146

BUY * SELL * TRADE

PORSCHE `01 BOXSTER S Biarritz white, con-

vertible,new $58,000, 3.2 liter, 6 cylinder, 250HP. Loaded with all the extra options. Less than 15,000 miles. $21,000 570-586-0401

SCION `06 XA 67,000 miles,

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

SUBURU ‘06 LEGACY GT LIMITED SEDAN

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

TOYOTA `10

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

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

MERCURY `79 ZEPHYR

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

OLDSMOBILE `68 DELMONT

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

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

Line up a place to live in classified! 427

Commercial Trucks & Equipment

CHEVY `04 DUMP TRUCK

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

FORD `90 TRUCK

17’ box. Excellent running condition. Very Clean. $4,300. Call 570-287-1246

Motorcycles

‘96 HONDA

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

BMW 2010 K1300S

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

Let the Community Know! Place your Classified Ad TODAY! 570-829-7130

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

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

Motorcycles

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

451

Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

CHEVY ‘99utility, BLAZER4 Sport

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

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

CHEVY 99 SILVERADO 4X4 Auto. V8. Bargain

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

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

$15,000 FIRM. Call 570-262-0914 Leave message.

DAELIM 2006

150 CCs. 4,700 miles. 70 MPG. New battery & tires. $1,500; negotiable. Call 570-288-1246 or 570-328-6897

HARLEY 2011 HERITAGE SOFTTAIL

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

HARLEY 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

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

Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

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

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

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Kawasaki` 93 ZX11D NINJA LIKE NEW 8900 Original

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

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

CHRYSLER 02 TOWN & COUNTRY V6. Like new!

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

POLARIS ‘00 VICTORY CRUISER 14,000 miles,

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

YAMAHA ‘97 ROYALSTAR 1300

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

442 RVs & Campers

FLAGSTAFF `08 CLASSIC NOW BACK IN PA.

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

TRAVEL TRAILER 33 ft Rear queen master

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

451

Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

BUICK `05 RENDEZVOUS BARGAIN!!

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

GET THE WORD OUT with a Classified Ad. 570-829-7130

CADILLAC `99 ESCALADE 97k miles. Black with beige leather interior. 22” rims. Runs great. $8,500 Call 570-861-0202

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

GMC '02 SAFARI CARGO VAN

BUY * SELL * TRADE

HONDA `10 ODYSSEY

DODGE `00 CARGO VAN 1500

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

DODGE ‘97 2500 4X4, C

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

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

CHEVY ‘10 EQUINOX LT

Moonroof. Alloys. 1 Owner. $22,450

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

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

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

JEEP ‘07 GRAND CHEROKEE

4WD & Alloys. $15,880

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

JEEP 08 COMPASS

4 WD. Auto. CD. $13,992

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

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

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

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

AWD. 1 owner. $17,880

1451 SHOEMAKER AVE, W. WYOMING

FORD ‘05 ESCAPE XLS

4 Cylinder. 5 speed. Front wheel drive. air. Warranted. $7,895.

570-714-4146

BUY * SELL * TRADE

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

JEEP ‘98 WRANGLER 6 Cylinder. 4WD. $9,250

FORD ‘97 F150 4X4

Auto. V6. New inspection! $4,495 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

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

LEXUS `06 GX 470

HYUNDAI ‘06 SANTE FE LTD

Leather. Moonroof. One owner. $14,580 1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

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

D.P. MOTORS

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

1451 SHOEMAKER AVE, W. WYOMING 1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

FORD ‘00 EXPLORER XLT. CD. Power

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

JEEP ‘04 GRAND CHEROKEE

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

570-714-4146

BUY * SELL * TRADE

JEEP `03 Rare. LIBERTY5 SPORT.

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

FORD 01 F150 XLT Extra cab. 2

wheel drive. 5 speed. 6 cylinder. Like new! $5,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

oil since new, excellent in and out. New tires and battery. 90,000 miles. $7,500 (570) 403-3016

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

D.P. MOTORS

1451 SHOEMAKER AVE, W. WYOMING

4x4. 68K. Very clean. New tires. Brakes. Inspection. Warrantied. $11,800.

570-714-4146

FORD 02 F150 Extra Cab. 6

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

FORD ‘06 E-350 CARGO VAN Over 100,000

miles. Runs excellent. $8,995. Trade Welcome 570-829-3929

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

TOYOTA 09 RAV 4

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

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JEEP 03 LIBERTY

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JEEPAuto. 04 LIBERTY V6.

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

seats. Sunroof 6,800 miles. $24,000 (570) 696-2777

503

Accounting/ Finance

ACCOUNTING AR/AP ASSISTANT Varsity, Inc. seeks

full time candidate with AR/AP, journal entry, data entry and financial statement experience. Strong Excel, Word and Accounting software experience required within a fast paced multitask environment. Call Harvis Interview Service with questions 542-5330 or forward resume: varsity.harvis@ gmail.com

BOOKKEEPER 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.

508

Beauty/ Cosmetology

HAIRSTYLISTS

Looking for stylists with at least 5 years experience. Call or stop in. SALON NOUVEAU 570-675-5111 63A Gerald Ave., Dallas PA, 18612

522

Education/ Training

DALLAS SCHOOL DISTRICT - EOE

S-PECIAL EDUCATION AIDES Classroom Aide HALL MONITORS –

Dallas High School

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

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527 Food Services/ Hospitality

VOLVO `08 XC90

WAIT STAFF & LINE COOK Now hiring friendly,

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

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

548 Medical/Health

EXPERIENCED BODY SHOP AND PAINT TECHNICIAN Wanted to join our

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

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

FULL TIME EMPLOYMENT

experienced Wait Staff & experienced Line Cook. Apply within. Frank's Pizzeria and Ristorante 198 S. Main St. Wilkes-Barre

MEDICAL ASSISTANT Full Time. Busy

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CLOTHING PRICER $9/hour - raise

after training. Full time. Day shift. Paid sick time, holidays and vacation. Steady work. Apply @ Community Family Services 102 Martz Manor Plymouth

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Logistics/ Transportation

CDL B, AIR-BRAKE DRIVER Needed for immedi-

ate hire. Salary based on experience. Health care benefits available. Call to schedule interview. 570-696-5296

Warehouse

DISTRIBUTION CLERKS WILKES-BARRE Are you an Early Bird or a Night Owl? Adecco has Various Shifts with Pay Rates up to $9.75/hour TEMP TO HIRE REQUIREMENTS FOR CONSIDERATION: PROFESSIONAL RESUME with Solid Work History Submit to a Background and Drug Screen HS Diploma/GED Stand on Feet All Day Basic Computer Skills

Apply Today At www. adeccousa.com Or Call 570.451.3726

600 FINANCIAL 610

ATTENTION DRIVERS

LEAD DRIVER / TRANS ASSISTANT

Full Time. $15.00/hour. Health Insurance after 90days Requires: Excellent computer skills, clean driving record (MVR 10 years), able lift 60lbs, reliable and trust worthy. For information call 570-270-2670.

548 Medical/Health

HIRING

Distinguished surgical practice seeks LPN, RN, or Surgical Tech. to work in solo practitioner's office; 3 days/week (Wednesday-Friday). Experienced applicants only. Please call (570) 301-2327 during normal business hours for consideration.

FULL-TIME LICENSED SOCIAL WORKER

Needed to work with “at-risk” youth at our Hazleton and Edwardsville alternative schools plus our residential facilities in Drums and Hazleton. Submit resume to kcaffier@youth servicesagency.org or fax to 570-325-4365.

MASSAGE THERAPISTS

Licensed &/or Certified needed Full time and Part time. Our Kingston and Mountaintop offices seek to expand our staff. Clinical experience helpful, great work environment, excellent wages, medical benefits and a bright future with a rapidly expanding company. Stop by & fill out an application at: Herman Chiropractic Center 569 Pierce Street, Kingston or email herm18704@aol.com

708

Antiques & Collectibles

$ ANTIQUES BUYING $

Old Toys, model kits, Bikes, dolls, guns, Mining Items, trains & Musical Instruments, Hess. 474-9544 CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS, 16 piece, Pewter, Avon, $3/each. Bob Cratchit & Tiny Tim Doll, 24”, with stand; Mrs. Cratchit Doll, 18”, with stand; Ebenezer Scrooge Doll, 20”, with stand; The Caroler Doll, 18”, with stand, $25 each doll. Amish Blessings Doll, 12”, $20. 570-868-5066 RECORD ALBUMS, old collection, 65 albums in jackets, assorted artists, $10. 570-704-7019

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Business Opportunities

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

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Appliances

APPLIANCE PA RT S E T C .

Used appliances. Parts for all brands. 223 George Ave. Wilkes-Barre 570-820-8162 RANGE Whirlpool self-cleaning oven & storage drawer. $125. Microwave GE Profile over the range with added features $125. Dishwasher Kenmore Elite $100. Trash compactor Whirlpool. $75. Tiffany Glass chandelier. $75 Ceiling fan. $40. Manuals included. All excellent condition. 570-814-5300 Why Spend Hundreds on New or Used Appliances? Most problems with your appliances are usually simple and inexpensive to fix! Save your hard earned money, Let us take a look at it first! 30 years in the business. East Main Appliances 570-735-8271 Nanticoke

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BEER & LIQUOR LICENSE FOR SALE 2012 DAY CABS WISE FOODS, INC. Seeks CDL Class A 2 YEAR OTR verifiable experience • Home daily • Distributor based network • EXCELLENT per mile pay • Unloading, drop off & pick-up pay • Expense advance • Paid delay times • 24 hour dispatch coverage • Excellent on site fleet maintenance Contact Joan at 800-438-9473 ext 4120

700 MERCHANDISE

Sales/Retail/ Business Development

Love Fashion? Up to Date on Current Styles?

HANOVER AREA Full time. 6pm-2am Tuesday-Saturday. Floor care & general cleaning. $9.50 to start. Benefits and paid time off. Apply online at Sovereigncs.com. EOE and Drug Free Workplace.

HANOVER AREA

Rate of pay dependent on higher education experience, no benefits. For clearance information and to download a district application, refer to the district web site, www.dallassd.com, Employment page. Please submit a letter of interest, resume, district application, references, letters of recommendation, Act 34, 151 and 114 clearances and any other supporting materials to: Mr. Frank Galicki, Superintendent, Dallas School District, PO Box 2000, Dallas, PA 18612 DEADLINE: January 3, 2012 or until the positions are filled.

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

Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair

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FULL TIME EMPLOYMENT

- Personal Care Assistants

RANGE ROVER ‘07 SPORT

NISSAN `10 ROGUE SL JEEP `04 AWD. Gray. Sunroof. Bose stereo system. Black, CHEROKEE heated leather 135,000 miles, automatic, four wheel drive, $6,500. (570) 237-6979

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

JEEP ‘05 GRAND CHEROKEE

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

Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

JEEP 98 CHEROKEE SPORT

HONDA ‘09 CRV LX

D.P. MOTORS

451

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

CHEVY 05 SILVERADO

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Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

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

CADILLAC `07 Red, FORD XLT, ‘02 EXPLORER Original ESCALADE ESV non-smoking owner, Black with extended garaged, synthetic

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

451

1451 SHOEMAKER AVE, W. WYOMING

570-714-4146

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

KAWASAKI ‘03 KLR 650. Green.

451

AWD. Auto. Warrantied. $4,895

MOTO GUZZI `03

439

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

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Cemetery Plots/Lots

MEMORIAL SHRINE CEMETERY 6 Plots Available

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

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Christmas Trees

CHRISTMAS TREE 6’, good condition. $29. 570-602-1075

HELEN & ED’S CHRISTMAS TREE FARM

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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)

548 Medical/Health

Director of Admissions

RN to facilitate & coordinate the admission process, including admission documentation; current PA nursing license, 3 years experience & working knowledge of LTC regulations, admission & discharge procedures.

Activity Aides

Part time 8A-4PM, 12-8PM, 3-8PM & every other weekend

Dietary Aides/Porters

Little Flower Manor & St. Luke’s Villa – mature individuals needed to work per diem. Must be available 6A-2P & 4-7P.

Van Driver

Per diem; day shift hours; clean driving record required. Criminal background checks/drug screen condition of employment.

Apply: Little Flower Manor 200 S. Meade St.; Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702; pmelski@lfmstr.com; fax: 570-408-9760.

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Auto Parts

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Auto Parts

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KENNETH COLE Beige, size 6, hardly worn. $75. 570-855-5385

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Clothing

COAT men’s, leather, brown, size medium, excellent condition. $50. Women’s cashmere coat size 6 $50. 570-592-8414

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BLAZER new with tags mens Claiborne black leather blazer XXL. $70. MATERNITY clothes Motherhood worn only 2 months Pants $15 Sweaters $15 other shirts $10. Medium and Large. Call 570-212-2528

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Computer Equipment & Software

WALLETS (2) Vera Bradley 1 used once, the other is new but without tags. 1 Vera Bradley Snappy in Riviera Blue, the other is a Pocket Wallet in Java Blue. Sell @verabradley.com for $30. each. Asking $17. each or both for $30. OBO 570-654-6570

COMPUTER PHONE 7” monitor photo phone connects to internet, 2 hp digital cameras new in the box never used, all hardware & cd included $30. 570-822-8957

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Education/ Training

522

Education/ Training

DALLAS SCHOOL DISTRICT - EOE www.dallassd.com

• Head Varsity Football Coach Candidates must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills. Develop and implement a district-wide philosophy of the teaching of the game of football at all levels of the program. Year-round work on developing the program is a must. Experience coaching on the varsity level is preferred.

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Visit www.dallassd.com - Employment page for additional information and application process. Mail application packet to: Mr. Frank Galicki, Superintendent, Dallas School District, PO Box 2000, Dallas, PA 18612 Complete application packets, including current clearances, must be received by DEADLINE: 3:00PM on January 3, 2012

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COMPUTER, HP D220MX, 2.8Ghz cpu, 512 mg memory, 40 gig hard drive, RW CD-rom, Windows XP Professional, Keyboard, mouse 17” monitor included, $125. 570-592-5636

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Furnaces & Heaters

HEATER Comfort Zone Infrared, approximate 3 1/2 years old, used 1-2 times. Paid approximate $800 sell for $200. 735-3940

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Furniture & Accessories

ART TABLE, adjustable tilt table, 36”W x 24”D x 31”H, very good condition, $25. SCHOOL DESK, vintage, writing arm on right side, all wood, refinished, excellent condition, $50. 570-704-7019 DINING TABLES 3 wooden dining tables 2 for $20. 1 for $25. Antique dressing table $35. 3 wooden dining chairs $7. each. All i $121. 570-825-3888 ENTERTAINMENT CENTER dark oak 15 1/2” deep, 5’ h, 4” wide $100. 570-288-3723 ENTERTAINMENT CENTER, FREE 570-287-1374 ENTERTAINMENT CENTER, Riverside, excellent condition, Oak finish, paid $899 + tax new, 5 years old, very solid, 41”W X 75 1/2” L X 21” D. $100. 570-333-4321

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* NELSON * * FURNITURE * * WAREHOUSE * Recliners from $299 Lift Chairs from $699 New and Used Living Room Dinettes, Bedroom 210 Division St Kingston Call 570-288-3607 KITCHEN TABLE round glass, 2 wooden chairs $75. Wooden desk & shelves $50. Living room end table $25. 570-417-3940

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19 999* ,

2008 JEEP SAHARA W RANG LER Unlim ited 4W D O N LY 33K M ILES

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20 950 ,

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22 900* ,

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23 999* ,

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23 487* ,

2009 CHEVY SILVERADO 2500 4W D Ext Cab

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29 999* ,

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Machinery & Equipment

SNOW THROWER, Ariens, 20”, 2stage, 3 speeds, forward & reverse, 2.7 hp, works good, can add electric start, $225. 570-793-3581

CHRISTMAS TREE STAND. Almost new, used once. Balancer on stand, green. $40 570-675-4383 COFFEE TABLE very nice glass with wrought iron base, 2 nice end tables to match $20. each. 570-655-3512

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The Times Leader will accept ads for used private party merchandise only for items totaling $1,000 or less. All items must be priced and state how many of each item. Your name address, email and phone number must be included. No ads for ticket sales accepted. Pet ads accepted if FREE ad must state FREE. One Submission per month per household. You may place your ad online at timesleader.com, or email to classifieds@ timesleader.com or fax to 570-831-7312 or mail to Classified Free Ads: 15 N. Main Street, WilkesBarre, PA. Sorry no phone calls. MODEL TRAIN display case 5 shelves 4 sliding glass doors 30 x 96 wall mount custom made excellent condition $450. 570-261-5161

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YAMAHA 24 channel mixing board $425. Xerox copier $100. Desktop computer $75. Hardwood low 3 tier shelf $75. 5x7 burgundy floral rug $65. 5x7 Kitten & puppy print rug $65. 570-267-5741

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SNOWTHROWER MTD, 21”, single stage with owners manual, good condition, $150. 570-881-7116

Musical Instruments

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746 Garage Sales/ Estate Sales/ Flea Markets PLYMOUTH MOVING SALE 4 West Main Street Next to Dunkin’ Donuts Sat, Dec. 17th through Sat., Dec. 24th 9AM-3PM DAILY EVERYTHING MUST GO! TV’S, NEW CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS, FURNITURE, & REFRIGERATOR.

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

Photo Equipment

MANFROTTO Mono - Pod model 681B excellent condition $50. obo. 570-7882388 after 5:00 pm

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570-574-1275

TWIN BED: Free child’s, completely wooden frame. Entire frame sits on floor. Unassembled. 570-821-0876

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PIANO, Wurlitzer, good condition, asking $550. Call 570-477-2665

Restaurant Equipment

SLICER

BIRD CAGE (18”w x 18 ‘ d x 24’ h ) $25 Atari comes with 31 games$25. 2 piece syrocco wall planter $25. Christmas village consist of 13 pieces plus accessories $99. 570-814-4315

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

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Education/ Training

DALLAS SCHOOL DISTRICT - EOE

Head Weightlifting Coach Middle School Weightlifting Coach For additional information and application process, visit www.dallassd.com > Employment page. Mail application packet to:

Mr. Frank Galicki Superintendent, Dallas School District PO Box 2000, Dallas, PA 18612

Complete application packets, including letter of interest, district application, references, letters of recommendation, current Act 34, 151 and 114 clearances, must be received by

DEADLINE: January 3, 2012

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Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair

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Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair

Maintenance Electrical Technician

ONE O W N ER

758 Miscellaneous CHRISTMAS ITEMS 3’ tree with stand & lights. 3’ wall tree, lighted decorated, 2 table cloths 50x66 & 70x105, Santa Suit, Cookie Jar, lighted wreath, will sell separately, plus many more unique items. $50. for all. 570-909-7621

758 Miscellaneous

SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE!

8’ BO X

UNIQUE HOLIDAY GIFTS

754

Mattress/Box Spring A BRAND NEW P-Top Queen Mattress and Box Spring! Still in bags! Must sell! $150 570-280-9628

C ars • Trucks • R V’s • M otorcycles • A TV’s • C om m ercial

746 Garage Sales/ Estate Sales/ Flea Markets

Mon.-Fri. 8:30-7:00pm; Sat. 8:30-5:00pm

EXIT 170B OFF I-81 TO EXIT 1. BEAR RIGHT ON BUSINESS ROUTE 309 TO SIXTH LIGHT. JUST BELOW WYOMING VALLEY MALL.

Sapa Extruder, Inc. is looking for a skilled and experienced Maintenance Electrician with a strong background in hydraulics, programmable controls and electrical facets of plant maintenance activities. The opening is on 2nd shift. The successful candidate must possess the ability to diagnose and repair electrical/hydraulic problems, trouble-shoot electrical problems and knowledge of industrial hydraulics. A minimum of four years experience in a plant or comparable environment is required. We offer an outstanding benefits package. If qualified, send a resume with salary requirements to:

Sapa Extruder, Inc. 330 Elmwood Avenue Mountain Top, PA 18707 Attn: Human Resources teresa.mandzak@sapagroup.com E.O.E. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!

TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com 776 Sporting Goods CANNONDALE Multisport 1000 with aerobars, aluminum design, never used, approximate 3 years old, paid over $1000 sell for $400. 570-735-3940 CROSS BOW LEGEND exercise machine, very good condition, sacrifice $200.570-788-2388 TREADMILL Sportcraft electric, very good condition Folds for easy storage & transporting.Pulse mode, calorie burn, programmed time & distance, safety key, + manual mode. $65. OBO 570-654-6570 YAKIMA spacebooster roof carrier ski box, new condition with locks on box & mounting bracket system $195. 570-868-6168

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796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise

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

TV Toshiba 13” color Sony Handicam hi 8 camcorder with accessories $150. 570-814-4315

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786 Toys & Games

TRAIN SET: LGB 72423 Santa Fe starter train set. New $250. 570-829-0963

794

Video Game Systems/Games

MARIO KART WII never opened $35. Gilmore Girls DVD complete 2 & 3 season $15 each. Grey’s Anatomy DVD complete second season $15. The Sims 2 PC game $15.417-3940

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

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

796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise

906 Homes for Sale

AVOCA

BEAR CREEK

DALLAS

DUPONT

DURYEA

1021 Wyoming Ave

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

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

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

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

Will be ready for Christmas! $550 570-401-3004

GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPS

German lines, all shots and vet checked. $400. 570-952-1276

MALTESE MIX PUPPIES!

Very sociable. Health records. $325 each. Call 570-765-0936

AKC. Male. White. 7 months old. (570) 752-7066

BACK MOUNTAIN

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

WILKESBARREGOLD

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

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

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

YORKIE

Male, 9 weeks. Precious & tiny. Home raised. $750 570-436-5083 570-788-2963

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CATS & KITTENS 12 weeks & up.

900 REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

133 Frangorma Dr Bright & open floor plan. 5 year old 2 story. 9' ceiling 1st floor. Custom kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Family room with 14' ceiling & fireplace. Convenient location. MLS# 11-2572 $349,000 Call Geri 570-696-0888

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BACK MOUNTAIN Centermorland

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. ASHLEY

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 BACK MOUNTAIN

To place your ad Call Toll Free 1-800-427-8649 BEAR CREEK VILLAGE 333 Beaupland 10-1770

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

Buying?

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

Selling?

All shots, neutered, tested,microchipped

VALLEY CAT RESCUE

824-4172, 9-9 only CATS, FREE, two long haired cats, brother & sister, 18 months old, great temperments. 570-332-5264

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PAWS

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 ASHLEY

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.

AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD Beautiful puppies. Ready for Christmas! 570-925-2951

CHIHUAHUA & NEWFOUNDLAND/LAB

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

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

AVOCA

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

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

39 Prospect St • Nanticoke

FREE MARKET ANALYSIS

CENTERMORELAND Wyoming County

This country estate features 30 acres of prime land with a pretty home, ultra modern kitchen, 2 full modern baths, bright family room, den, living room and 3 good sized bedrooms. This property has open fields and wooded land, a stream, several fieldstone walls and lots of road frontage. Equipment and rights included. $489,000. 11-3751 Call Jerry Bush Jr. Coldwell Banker Gerald L. Busch Real Estate 570-288-2514 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

P E N D I N G

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

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

P E N D I N G

DURYEA REDUCED 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

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

570-288-6654

NEW PRICE!

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

EXETER

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

DURYEA

DURYEA REDUCED 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

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DALLAS

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

314 Edward St

DALLAS

56 Wyoming Ave Well maintained 4 bed, 2 bath home located on large .85 acre lot. Features open floor plan, heated 3 season room with hot tub, 1st floor laundry, 2 car garage and much more. 11-3641 $179,500 Call Jim Banos COLDWELL BANKER RUNDLE REAL ESTATE 570-991-1883

EXETER

DUPONT

DURYEA

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Oak Hill. 3 bedroom ranch. Remodeled kitchen. Added family room. Master bedroom with 1/2 bath. Beautiful oak floor. 3 season room. Deck & shed. Garage. 11-4476. 100x150 lot. $154,900. Call Besecker Realty 570-675-3611 DALLAS

* 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

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

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

DURYEA

906 Homes for Sale

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

FORTY FORT

New Listing! $69,600

55 Bedford St Great location, single dwelling on large, level lot with 2 car garage. Each floor has 2 bedrooms and bath (easily convertible to duplex). Gas heat. Handyman’s special. To settle estate. 11-4471 GO TO THE TOP... CALL JANE KOPP JANE KOPP REAL ESTATE 570-288-7481 HANOVER TWP. 10 Lyndwood Ave

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

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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 EXETER

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

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HANOVER TWP.

DURYEA REDUCED!

Home with 30 Acres

DALLAS

796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise

BUYING 11am to 6pm

Call Jane Kopp Real Estate 288-7481

DALLAS

BEAR CREEK

6 months old Vet certified & shots $250/each 570-648-8613

570-735-1487

WE PAY THE MOST IN CASH

CHRISTMAS SHI-TZUS! Adorable puppies!

2 females. Ready to go. $375. 570-592-5515 570-654-0678

JIGSAW PUZZLES, 15, $5. each. 570-283-0994 MATCH BOX miniature collectibles (4) trucks - $35 570-814-4315

Dogs

ROTTWEILER PUPS German lines.

WANTED JEWELRY

Tools

RADIAL ARM SAW: Sears Craftsman 10” with table $125. Sears 1 hp electric air compressor, 14 gallon tank, numerous tips & spray paint gun $75. 570-760-0049

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PICKUP

Televisions/ Accessories

TELEVISION CENTER, with glass doors; holds approximate 40 DVD’s, with small cabinet underneath, 59”longx19 1/2” back to front x 46 1/2” high asking $150. 570-443-8958

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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

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

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.

Single Family Dwelling

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

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

EXETER REDUCED

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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

8 Diamond Ave. Don’t worry aboutwinter 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

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

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

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906 Homes for Sale

HANOVER TWP.

JENKINS TWP 2 Owen Street

KINGSTON 171 Third Ave

KINGSTON

LILY LAKE

MOUNTAIN TOP

NANTICOKE

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

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

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

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

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

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

1206 Hanover St. S Spacious two story home featuring large kitchen, living room, formal dining room & family room. 3 bedrooms, 1 & 1.5 baths. Well maintained property with a two car detached garage & nice lot. Split air system & partial finished basement with plenty of storage or possible apartment. MLS# 11-2881 $104,900 Five Mountains Realty 570-542-2141

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.

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

JENKINS TWP. Smith Hourigan Group (570) 696-1195

KINGSTON

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

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

Located within 1 block of elementary school & neighborhood park this spacious 4 bedrooms offers 1450 sq. ft of living space with 1.75 baths, walk up attic, and partially finished basement. Extras include gas fireplace, an inground pool with fenced yard, new gas furnace & more. 11-823

HARDING

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

JENKINS TWP.

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

KINGSTON

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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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12 Oakdale Drive Completely remodeled 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home with detached garage & carport on approx 1.5 acres in a nice private setting. MLS# 11-1776 $129,900 Five Mountains Realty 570-542-2141

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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

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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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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

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

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

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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home completely remodeled in & out. $245k with owner financing with 20% down or will lease with option to purchase. tj2isok@gmail.com

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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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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

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

867 Bennett With just a minimum amount of TLC, this is a great starter home. Nice location with great view of Wyoming Valley and beyond, off street parking in rear via alley. All measurements approximate. BeinG sold “as is”. MLS 10-2774 $60,000 Call Michelle Boice 570-639-5393 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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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

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 MESHOPPEN Novak Road

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

Lovely, nearly completed, renovated Victorian farmhouse sits high on 7.81 acres featuring panoramic pastoral views, high ceilings, original woodwork, gutted, rewired, insulated and sheetrocked, newer roof, vinyl siding, kitchen and baths. Gas rights negotiable. Lots of potential with TLC. Elk Lake $129,900 MLS# 11-525 Call 570-696-2468

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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 NANTICOKE

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

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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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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331 Gudz Road

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

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

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

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 TWP 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 Air 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

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LINEUP ASUCCESSFULSALE INCLASSIFIED! 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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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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20 Fairlawn Dr. Stauffer Heights Brick front Ranch home with 3 bedrooms. Kitchen & living room are on the lower level with walk out access. Good solid home with large room. Needs to be updated and being sold As-is. MLS 11-4494 $99,000 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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

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

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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

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

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

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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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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 & great rents. Vinyl replacement windows, vinyl aluminum siding, walkup large attic from one side, lower front & rear porches, with two rear upper enclosed porches. $124,900 Call Ronnie 570-262-4838 Say it HERE in the Classifieds! 570-829-7130

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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

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TOTAL BEAUTY 1 ACRE- PRIVACY Beautiful ranch 2

bedrooms, huge modern kitchen, big TV room and living room, 1 bath, attic for storage, washer, dryer & 2 air conditioners included. New Roof & Furnace Furnished or unfurnished. Low Taxes! Reduced $115,900 FINANCING AVAILABLE

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

SHAVERTOWN 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

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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

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

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

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48 Woodcrest Drive Great end unit townhouse in Woodcrest Estates! Located within walking distance to Mohegan Sun and a few minutes drive to the Wyoming Valley Mall and I-81. Low HOA fees. New roof! Don’t miss an opportunity to live carefree & have someone else shovel your snow & mow your lawn! A great price! MLS#10-4416 $119,900 Karen Bernardi 570-371-8347 Ray Bernardi 570-283-9100 x34

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

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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

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Completely remodeled 3 bedroom, 1.75 bath brick & aluminum ranch on over 4 acres with Pond. New stainless steel appliances, 2 car attached and 1 car built-in garage, paved driveway, open front porch, 3 season room, rear patio, brick fireplace & property goes to a stream in the back. PRICE REDUCED $179,900 MLS# 10-4716 FIVE MOUNTAINS REALTY 570-542-2141

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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

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. well landVery scaped 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 $179,900 FIVE MOUNTAINS REALTY 570-542-2141

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

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Nice Country BiLevel on 40 acres with 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, kitchen, living room, family room, office & laundry room. Plus attached oversized 2 car garage with workshop, rear deck & 3 sheds. Borders state game lands. MLS 11-1094 $319,900 FIVE MOUNTAINS REALTY 570-542-2141

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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

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

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

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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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438 Tripp St

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

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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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

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WAPWALLOPEN 359 Pond Hill Mountain Road

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

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

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

Beautiful 2 story, 3 bedroom home. Modern kitchen & bath. Nice yard. Gas heat. $69,900. Call 100% OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE Call Bob at 570-654-1490

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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

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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

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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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

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

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Spacious, quality home, brick two story with 6 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bath, 2 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 Reduced $114,900 MLS 11-2474 JANE KOPP REAL ESTATE 570-288-7481 WILKES-BARRE 221 Brown Street

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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This very nice 2 story, 3 bedroom, 1 bath home has a large eat in kitchen for family gatherings. A great walk up attic for storage and the home is in move-in condition. MLS 11-1612 $63,900 Call Karen Coldwell Banker Rundle Real Estate 570-474-2340 WILKES-BARRE

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

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

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WILKES-BARRE REDUCED

WYOMING

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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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

WYOMING

WILKES-BARRE SOUTH

WILKES-BARRE

WILKES-BARRE 74 Frederick St

SWOYERSVILLE

OFFICENTERS - Pierce St., Kingston

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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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SHICKSHINNY

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

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SWEET VALLEY 570 Grassy Pond Rd

SHICKSHINNY 178 SWEET VALLEY RD

1195 Sutton Road Attractive, wellmaintained saltbox on 2 private acres boasts fireplaces in living room, family room & master bedroom. Formal dining room. Large Florida room with skylights & wet bar. Oak kitchen opens to family room. 4 bedrooms & 3 1/2 baths. Finished lower level. Carriage barn $449,000 MLS# 10-3394 Call Joe Moore 570-288-1401

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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

YATESVILLE 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

WYOMING

40 Fifth st

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

WILKES-BARRE

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

WYOMING 608 Wyoming Ave Great 3 bedroom home in mint condition. Hardwood floors, fenced lot, garage. MLS#11-2834 $83,900. (570) 237-1032 (570) 288-1444

WILKES-BARRE

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

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

WYOMING

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YATESVILLE PRICE REDUCED

12 Reid st. Spacious Bi-level home in semi-private location with private back yard. 3 season room. Gas fireplace in lower level family room. 4 bedrooms, garage. For more informtion and photos visit wwww.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 10-4740 $149,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200 VM 101

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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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

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

Brick home for sale. 2 Car Garage. For more info, call 570-856-1045

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Income & Commercial Properties

ASHLEY

PROFITABLE 3 UNIT INVESTMENT HOME. 1, 2 & 3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS. GREAT LOCATION, VERY SAFE, FULLY RENTED WITH LEASES, OFF STREET PARKING, GOOD CONDITION, NO MAINTENANCE NEEDED. $88,900 Call 570-239-9840

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Income & Commercial Properties

AVOCA

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

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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

Lawrence St. Nice 3 unit property. Lots of off street parking and bonus 2 car garage. All units are rented. Great income with low maintenance. $139,900 MLS# 10-2675 Call Karen Coldwell Banker Rundle Real Estate 570-474-2340

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Income & Commercial Properties

KINGSTON

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

LAFLIN

33 Market St. Commercial/residential property featuring Ranch home with 3 bedrooms, newly remodeled bathroom, in good condition. Commercial opportunity for office in attached building. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3450 Reduced $159,000 Call Tom 570-262-7716

NANTICOKE

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

NANTICOKE

FORTY FORT

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

HUGHESTOWN

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

P E N D I N G

NANTICOKE

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PITTSTON

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

WEST WYOMING 331 Holden St 10-847

Many possibilities for this building. 40 + parking spaces, 5 offices, 3 baths and warehouse. $249,000 with option to lease Maria Huggler Classic Properties 570-587-7000

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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

BACK MOUNTAIN 3.37 acre wooded

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

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

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Great Investment Opportunity. Separate utilities. Motivated seller! MLS 11-4330 $80,000 Maria Huggler CLASSIC PROPERTIES 570-587-7000

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

SMITH HOURIGAN GROUP

EXETER

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

HARDING Mt. Zion Road

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

LAFLIN Lot#9 Pinewood Dr

BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME

on one of the last 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

LAND FOR SALE

24 ACRES

Wyoming Co Bennington Twp. Cotton Hill Rd. ASKING $32,000 1-814-392-6548

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

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

MOUNTAIN TOP

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

WYOMING 14 West Sixth St. 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

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

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SHAVERTOWN LAND Harford Ave.

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

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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 deposit. Call: 570-852-0252 after 8:00 a.m.

HANOVER TWP. TOWNHOUSE

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PITTSTON TWP.

Attractive weekly & monthly rates for single and double rooms and suites. Water, heat, cable & maid service included. AMERICA’S BEST VALUE INN 570-655-1234

WILKES-BARRE Fully furnished luxu-

ry 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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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

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

DALLAS Large 3 bedroom

2nd floor. No pets. Off street parking. Call Joe 570-881-2517 Dallas, Pa. MEADOWS APARTMENTS 220 Lake St. Housing for the elderly & mobility impaired; all utilities included. Federally subsidized program. Extremely low income persons encouraged to apply. Income less than $12,400. 570-675-6936, 8 am-4 pm, Mon-Fri. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE

DUMORE

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

EXETER

Senior Apartments 222 S A . VE

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

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P E N D I N G

WYOMING COUNTY

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

CHOOLEY

MOUNTAIN TOP

PITTSTON

1334 Main St. 1 story, 2,600 sq. ft. commePrcial 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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WILKES-BARRE

165 Searle St. Double block home, great investment propPerty or live in one side and rent the other. Two 3 bedroom, 6 room 1/2 doubles . Great walk up attic on both sides. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 11-3915 $49,900

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PTS

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

FORTY FORT 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 TOWNSHIP

Great location, 1 bedroom apartment in residential area, all utilities included. $600/month + security. 908-482-0335

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

HANOVER TWP.

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KINGSTON MODERN!

PARKSIDE APARTMENTS on the park

KINGSTON

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

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 2 bedroom, LAKE

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

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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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.

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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 139 W Dorrance St

2nd floor, 2 bedroom, living room, kitchen & bath. Heat and hot/cold water included. $650 + security. No pets. 570-899-4914 or 973-768-3801

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 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

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

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KINGSTON

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

KINGSTON

Recently renovated 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

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NANTICOKE 2 bedroom, 1st

floor. Large eat in kitchen, fridge, electric stove, large living room, w/w carpeting, master bedroom with custom built in furniture. Ample closet space. Front/back porches, off street parking, laundry room available. No dogs, smoking, water, sewer, garbage paid. $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

NANTICOKE

603 Hanover St 2nd floor, 1 bedroom. No pets. $500 + security, utilities & lease. Photos available. Call 570-542-5330

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

KINGSTON

SDK GREEN ACRES HOMES 11 Holiday Drive

Kingston “A Place To Call Home” Spacious 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Apts 3 Bedroom Townhomes Gas heat included

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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

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

41 Mill Street. Convenient to Cross Valley, large 2 bedroom, 2nd floor, large living room with ceiling fan, large bath with shower, utility room with washer & dryer, large closets professionally organized, off street parking, no smoking $595 + utilities. 570-288-3438

MOUNTAIN TOP 1 Bedroom apart-

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

MOUNTAIN TOP

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

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

Apartments/ Unfurnished

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

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

2nd floor, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, refrigerator & stove provided, washer/ dryer hookup, pets negotiable. $545/ month, water and sewer paid, security and lease required. Call 570-237-6277 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

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PITTSTON TWP

THREE ROOM APT. Washer, dryer, refrigerator & stove, off-street parking, no pets. One year lease $375/month, + utilities. 570-237-0968

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

SWOYERSVILLE

2nd floor, 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, carpeting, all appliances, washer/dryer, off-street parking, no pets, no smoking. 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 bedroom. Appliances. Enclosed porch. 2 car garage. $600/ month + security and utilities. No pets. No smoking. Call (570) 333-4363

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WEST PITTSTON

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

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

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Mayflower Crossing Apartments 570.822.3968 2, 3 & 4 Bedrooms - Light & bright open floor plans - All major appliances included - Pets welcome* - Close to everything - 24 hour emergency maintenance - Short term leases available

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WILKES-BARRE

155 W. River St. 1 bedroom, some utilities & appliances included, hardwood floors, Pet friendly. $600/month. Call 570-969-9268

WILKES-BARRE

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

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WILKES-BARRE

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

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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

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Apartments/ Unfurnished

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

LAFAYETTE GARDENS

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

WILKES-BARRE

MAYFLOWER AREA 1 bedroom with appliances on 2nd floor. Nice apartment in attractive home. Sunny windows & decorative accents. Off street parking. No pets, no smoking. Includes hot water. $400 + utilities 570-824-4743

WILKES-BARRE 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

WILKES-BARRE NORTH 815 N Washington

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

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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 bedroom. 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

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Commercial Properties

PITTSTON COOPERS CO-OP

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

WILKES-BARRE/NORTH

by General Hospital 3 bedroom apartment. All renovated. 1,200 sf. Parking space. $730/month + utilities. Call Agnes 347-495-4566

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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

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

DOLPHIN PLAZA

Rte. 315 1,200 - 2,000 SF Office / Retail Call 570-829-1206

FORTY FORT Free standing build-

ing. 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

OFFICE OR STORE NANTICOKE

1280 sq ft. 3 phase power, central air conditioning. Handicap accessible rest room. All utilities by tenant. Garbage included. $900 per month for a 5 year lease. 570-735-5064.

OFFICE SPACE

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

OFFICE SPACE PLAINS

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

950

Half Doubles

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

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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

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WILKES-BARRE

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

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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

WILKES-BARRE

GREAT BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY 1,500 SQUARE FOOT AVAILABLE FOR RENT. RESTAURANT WITH SOME EQUIPMENT. EXCELLENT STREET VISIBILITY AT THE HAZLE & PARK TRIANGLE. ALSO, MIDDLE EAST BAKERY FOR SALE OR RENT. CALL PETE FOR DETAILS AT 570-301-8200

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

EDWARDSVILLE bedroom, new

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

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

HANOVER TWP.

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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 3 bedrooms, 6

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

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

PLYMOUTH

Take your pick. 2 houses for rent. One $625 + utilities. Other $650 + utilities. Water and sewer included & all appliances included. Fenced back yard. One month security up front, no partial payment. Section 8 OK. Call Steve at 570-592-5764

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

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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

953 Houses for Rent

WILKES-BARRE

EAST END. Clean, 1st floor, 2 bedroom apartment. Heat & water included. $600/month (570) 606-5350

WILKES-BARRE/PARSONS

Spacious. Newly remodeled. 1300 sf. 3 bedroom. Off street parking. Stove, refrigerator, washer/dryer. No pets. $695/month + utilities & security 570-474-9248 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

Smith Hourigan Group 570-474-6307 953 Houses for Rent DALLAS

GREENBRIAR Well maintained ranch style condo features living room with cathedral ceiling, oak kitchen, dining room with vaulted ceiling, 2 bedrooms and 2 3/4 baths, master bedroom with walk in closet. HOA fees included. $1,200 per month + utilities. MLS#11-4063. Call Kevin Smith 570-696-5422

SMITH HOURIGAN 570-696-1195

959 Mobile Homes

WEST PITTSTON SINGLE HOME FOR RENT 622 Foundry St.

Small 1 1/2 bedroom trailer. Private fenced lot with shed. Appliances included. $500 month + 1 month security. Tenant pays electric & gas. Available immediately. No pets. 570-477-5747

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

HANOVER TOWNSHIP Hanover Green

Newly remodeled single home. 2 bedroom. Stove, washer & dryer included. $600 + utilities. No pets. Call 570-991-7359

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 KINGSTON

DALLAS

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 PITTSTON TOWNHOUSE

2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, wall to wall carpeting, living/dining combo, refrigerator & stove, washer/dryer hookup, off-street parking, no pets. Front and back porches, full basement. $625/ per month + utilities & security deposit. Call 570-655-8928

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

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WHITE HAVEN

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

LARKSVILLE

Conveniently located. Spacious 4 bedroom single. Gas heat. Off street parking. Lease, no pets. Security. Call Ann Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

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

953 Houses for Rent

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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Building & Remodeling

1st. Quality Construction Co.

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

570-299-7241 570-606-8438

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

NANTICOKE Desirable

Lexington Village Nanticoke, PA Many ranch style homes. 2 bedrooms 2 Free Months With A 2 Year Lease $795 + electric

ALL OLDER HOMES SPECIALIST 825-4268. Remodel / Repair Kitchen & Baths

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

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SQUARE FOOT RE MANAGEMENT 866-873-0478

All Types Of Work New or Remodeling Licensed & Insured Free Estimates 570-406-6044

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ROOFING, SIDING, DECKS, WINDOWS

PLYMOUTH 3 bedrooms, 1 bath-

room, washer/dryer hookup, off-street parking, no pets, $475/month, plus utilities, lease and security. Nice neighborhood. Call 570-287-2405

SHAVERTOWN 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

For All of Your Remodeling Needs. Will Beat Any Price 25 Yrs. Experience References. Insured Free Estimates 570-899-4713

Shedlarski Construction I H 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

SWOYERSVILLE Rent to Own

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

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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971 Vacation & Resort Properties

FLORIDA

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

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FLORIDA

St. Augustine Ocean View Townhouse. Beautiful condo complex! Full amenities. $1,900 a month. Call 570-574-0212

MARATHON KEYS, FLORIDA For Sale or rent,

Call 829-5000.

time share week 1, 1,300 square feet, sleeps 6, condo at The Marathon Beach Club. $4,000 or $1,200/week. All amenities on site. Call 570-288-6343 for details

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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

1057Construction & Building

GARAGE DOOR Sales, service,

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

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Dry Wall

DAUGHERTY’S DRYWALL INC.

Remodeling, New Construction, Water & Flood Repairs

570-579-3755 PA043609

MIKE SCIBEK DRYWALL Hanging & finishing, design ceilings and painting. Free estimates. Licensed & Insured. 328-1230

MIRRA

SWOYERSVILLE

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

KINGSTON HOUSE

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Rooms

CALL AN EXPERT Senior Citizens Discount!

570-288-6654

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

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

1135

MODULAR HOMES/EXCAVATING

Hauling & Trucking

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

1132

Handyman Services

DO IT ALL HANDYMAN

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

FLOOD VICTIMS CONSTRUCTION & DEMOLITION FOR

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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, plumbing, snow plowing & general home & business repairs. Free Estimates 570-406-3339

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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 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

CASTAWAY HAULING JUNK REMOVAL

823-3788 / 817-0395

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

Mike’s Scrap

Five Dollars & Up Cleaning & hauling of wood, metals, trash & debris from houses, yards, garages, etc. Free estimates SAME DAY SERVICE

570-826-1883

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Insurance

NEPA LONG TERM CARE AGENCY Long Term Care Insurance sales. Reputable Companies. 570-580-0797 Free Consult www.nepa longtermcare .com

1189 Miscellaneous Service

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

1225

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?

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

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Roofing & Siding

J.R.V. ROOFING

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

WINTER ROOFING Special $1.29 s/f Licensed, insured, fast service 570-735-0846

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Snow Removal

SNOW

PLOWING Commercial

Industrial Residential DRIVEWAYS SIDEWALKS SALTING

VITO & GINO’S 570-574-1275

FREE PICKUP

PLOWING SHOVELING BLOWING SALTING CINDERING CONTRACT PLOWING. EMERGENCY SAME DAY SNOW REMOVAL. 570-823-6000

288-8995

1327 Waterproofing

Highest Prices Paid!!

1195

Movers

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

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Painting & Wallpaper

M. PARALIS PAINTING

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

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BASEMENT WATERPROOFING

Foundation Repairs

Free Estimates

CALL GRI 570-466-4695

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