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Half & half I either remember this story or I’ve heard it so often I think I remember it. Either way, St. Patrick’s Day brings it to mind. I was in kindergarten, so it must have been on or around St. Patrick’s Day of 1954, when the teacher asked each child to stand up and say “what they were.” There’s probably a column in that itself. A friend once pointed out this is the only place in America where if someone asks “What are you?” people respond with a nationality. Any place else someone might say “I’m a doctor” or “I’m a farmer.” Here, they say “I’m Italian” or “I’m Irish” or “I’m Polish.” And kids, apparently, are supposed to know this, even in kindergarten. But I didn’t. And as my turn approached, I grew more and more anxious. The teacher, whom I once misidentified in print as being Mrs. Hopkins but later was

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informed by Mrs. Hopkins’ daughter Ann that it could not have been her mom but was probably Mrs. Dessoye, was Mrs. Dessoye. Mrs. Dessoye, I remember, was very tall. And on this day, she seemed taller than ever. All the other kids knew exactly what they were. And they were so proud of it they didn’t just say what they were, they proclaimed it, which only made me squirm all the more. “What am I?” I kept asking myself. “What am I?” In my state of panic I heard one little boy say he was “half & half ” and that’s when it hit me that I must be half & half too. So, when Mrs. Dessoye asked me the dreaded question, I answered with the same gusto as all of the others, “Half & half.” “Half what and half what?” she asked and panic set back in. But not for long. In a flash the answer came to me.

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“Half up in Hughestown,” I responded matter-of-factly, “and half down here.” See, my family had just moved from the borough of Hughestown to the Browntown section of Pittston Township. I don’t remember Mrs. Dessoye falling on the floor laughing, but if she did not, then that woman had incredible self control. I can surmise, however, that she told everyone she could find, including and especially my mom, and just like that, the story became legend. My Mom informed me later that I was indeed “half & half ” but that it was half Irish and half German. She wasn’t completely honest. I learned later I am actually one-quarter Irish and threequarters German. I also learned that while my mom strongly identified with her Irish heritage, St. Patrick’s Day was more solemn than celebratory in her family and therefore

ours. Her dad, of German ancestry, had died on St. Patrick’s Day in 1936. My mom was 13 at the time and the eldest of six children. The day became even more solemn in my family when in 1972 my mom’s mom, the former Esther Moran and the contributor of the Irish genes to the mix, also died on St. Patrick’s Day, 36 years to the day after her husband. We still find that hard to believe. So, other than wearing something green, for most of my life I tended not to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, but rather spend a few moments each March 17 reflecting on my maternal grandmother, who loved me fully and unconditionally, and my maternal grandfather, whom I never knew. As an adult, I even passed up the annual Greater Pittston Friendly Sons of St. Patrick banquets despite the urging of many friends. But that changed a few years ago when Charlie Grimes, then

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president of the Friendly Sons, invited me to be toastmaster. I always try to honor such requests and when I did this one, I found attending the banquet was actually a way to honor my Irish roots, and hence my grandmother and my mom. I’ve been to almost every Friendly Sons banquet since, including last night’s at The Woodlands, the 98th consecutive one by the way. I tell everyone my favorite part of the evening is at the beginning of the program when we are asked to sing the National Anthem. It doesn’t take much coaxing to get men of Irish ancestry to belt out a song and when they raise their voices in The Star Spangled Banner – 500 or more of them – it, without fail, sends chills up and down my spine. It also reminds me they are not really Irish and I’m not at all half & half. We’re Americans, the lot of us. And that is something worth proclaiming.

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Millennium Clock, dedicated in 2000 on Main Street, gets facelift

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hen did the revitalization of Pittston’s downtown begin? To be precise on Sunday, April 30, 2000 at 1:20 in the afternoon. That was when the city unveiled the Millennium Clock at the corner of Main and Broad streets and then mayor Mike Lombardo called the clock “a symbol of the city’s rebirth.” Last week the clock itself had a rebirth when representatives of the clock’s manufacturers, Verdin Clock Company of Ohio, came to Pittston and refurbished it. City street department head Sam Valenti arranged for the clock makers to use part of the city’s garage where the clock was updated inside and out. Working around the clock – literally on both counts – the workers gave the clock face new glass panels and the body new paint, lettering and gold trim, completing the work in 48 hours. The clock was fitted with a new master controller which is synchronized to the official time and will keep the clock ticking during a power interruption and automatically reset it for daylight savings time. Lombardo said the clock needed a facelift. “It’s been 12

years already. It’s a high traffic area and it got nicked up.” The idea to have Verdin come to the city sprang from a chance meeting of Jim Zarra and Verdin representatives at a convention in Las Vegas. The new controller is inside the clock. The older, much bulkier controller was located inside the adjacent Joyce Building. Another update for the clock, which is coming soon, is a digital pad device that will allow the clock to play thousands of songs. As it is it has a 400-song capacity. The update was paid for by the City Redevelopment Authority and the Tomato Festival Committee. Coincidentally the restoration of the clock comes 100 years after the Miners Savings Bank pedestal clock was erected on the same corner in 1912. The bank clock stood until 1956 when it was dismantled and scrapped at the Al Miller junkyard and replaced by a modern hanging clock on the bank building. The Millennium Clock was designed as a much larger homage to the Miners Bank clock which was five-feet high. The Millennium Clock is 17-feethigh. The $30,000 original cost of the clock was funded as a community project. Names of those

are inscribed on bricks surrounding the clock base. The marble base was donated

and constructed by Bob Pugliese. More than 200 people attended the unveiling in 2000.

Workers remove the Millennium Clock in downtown Pittston for repairs.

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This photo on the front page of the Sunday Dispatch Jan. 8, 1956 provides graphic evidence of the fate of the landmark clock at Miners Bank on Main Street since 1912: is was unceremoniously deposited in Al Miller's junk yard.

who donated more than $250 are inscribed on a plaque at the marble base of the clock. Names of those who donated at least $100

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City is on time with clock restoration

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At Napoli’s everything new is old again Main Street improvements continue, more on the way By Jack Smiles

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Looking at the façade of Napoli’s Pizza at 26 South Main Street is like looking back in time. The newly completed exterior of the building is a restoration of, or at least a very close approximation of, what the building looked like 100 years ago. Details like the wood panels over brick base on the front and the faux oil lamps over the windows are architecturally authentic. The ornate window cornices on the upper floor were restored and repainted. The brick crosswalk and period streetlight out front courtesy of the streetscape complete the effect as seen from the front. Originally the south side of the building abutted another building. When that building was demolished it exposed a blank wall. The final exterior touch will be to paint faux windows on the blank side to look like the real windows on the north side. Inside, owner Antonio Castiglione restored the original tin ceiling and installed the tile floor and counter. Asked how he liked the overall looked he said, “Very good, my friend.” On Tuesday the redevelopment authority got more good news when re-bids were opened for work that had come in over budget two weeks ago. The new low bids for HVAC and façade work on the Pittston Dental Building and façade work on the old Bottoms Up Bar bordering the Tomato Festival Lot were awarded. Valley Refrigeration got the HVAC contract. Multiscape got the façades bid. For now the authority refers to the bar as the Tomato Bar. Owner Mike Partash said he’s not sure what its future is. “We’re waiting for the construction to get things going. We’re up in the air. We gutted the inside so we could do anything. It could be the Tomato Bar or something along those same lines.” Next on the city’s new-look agenda is a request for bids on the pocket park between Napoli’s and Pittston Dental.

Napoli Pizza restaurant on Main Street has been completely refurbished.

Napoli Pizza before the restoration project.

All invited to help chart boro’s future The results are in! The ideas and projects West Pittston residents discussed at their first flood recovery meeting last week have been tabulated. Topping the list is flood protection, the issue that affects all other plans for the community, the residents said. Other overarching priorities are small business development, improved infrastructure and streetlights, riverfront development, a community center, green space and home/building renovation. West Pittston Tomorrow, which was organized with the help of FEMA’s long-term community recovery team, is holding

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a second town meeting to discuss the results. The meeting will be held at 7 p.m. Monday, March 19, at St. Cecilia’s Center, Wyoming Avenue, Exeter. After getting the data, the residents will break into six committees, housing, business development, natural and cultural resources, infrastructure, mitigation and public safety, to begin analyzing the data and preparing a plan for West Pittston. There are dozens of projects in each category to sift through over the next months to determine which are the best and most feasible for the borough, which was hard hit in the September flooding. The organizers continue to stress that West Pittston Tomorrow is for all West Pittston residents, not just flood victims. The final plans will affect all residents. Even those who didn’t at-

tend the first meeting are urged to attend March 19. It’s never too late to get involved, they say. FEMA will work with the community group for a few months. The FEMA team members, who travel around the country helping cities and towns after a natural disaster, are helping West Pittston residents single out the borough’s assets and strengths and determine what the community could be in one, five and ten years. Before leaving, FEMA will also help the borough identify county, state, federal and private agencies that can help bring West Pittston’s plans to life. At the first meeting on March 5, residents were asked to write two words that described West Pittston to them. Those words were tabulated into what is called a “word cloud” with the words most used the largest.

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Carl "Jerry" Boos of Pittston aboard a B-29 in Korea in 1953.

tains of Mexico for survival training. “That’s when I knew there was more to this to riding with a crew,” he said. After the survival training Boos went home on leave then shipped out to Okinawa, the staging area for North Korean bombing raids, arriving in January ’53. He was 20. Boos flew 26 missions from

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In his clear plastic gunnery sighting station atop the B-29 Superfortress on a bombing mission 30,000 feet over North Korea on April 11, 1953, Airman First Class Carl “Jerry” Boos had a 360 degree view of the horizons and the sky above. He couldn’t see much. It was a nighttime mission. “Flak (antiaircraft fire) was coming up around us. We were a minute from bombs away,” Boos said. “The next thing I knew it was bright daylight.” An enemy searchlight battery had locked on the squadron of 15 B-29s. “I looked up and froze,” Boos said. “About 100 feet above was another B-29. Its bomb bay doors were open and I was staring at a full load of 500 pound bombs.” The bomber above and the plane Boos was in were just seconds away from automatic bomb release. Boos could only watch and sweat as at the last instant the plane above slid off to the left and the bombs fell away. Boos was born and raised in Pittston and graduated from St. John’s High School in 1951 where he played baseball and basketball with local legends like Joe McGlynn, Ozzie English and Bozo Connors. He got the idea to enlist in the Air Force from friends. “Two of my buddies went, so I said ‘I’ll go too.’ My mother was upset I didn’t tell her. She got adjusted until she realized I was going into combat.” When did Boos realize that’s where he was going? “It’s a funny story,” he said. “After basic I had three choices. I chose turret system mechanic which was a course on operating and repairing turret systems.” He learned well, a little too well his mother would have said. By finishing in the top one-third of the training class he achieved flying status and was sent to Randolph Air Force Base in Texas to train as one of four turret gunners on an 11-man B-29 crew. The next stop was the moun-

the flight we test fired our 12 50cal machine guns then settled in for the three-hour flight to North Korea. Our target was bridges north of Sinanju.” As they approached North Korea, Boos and the crew could see the battle line below illuminated on both sides with a “no-man’s land” in between. As they approached the target area the B-29s got into a mission formation. “We lined up single file at altitudes of 500 feet variation and about a minute apart. We were fifth in line flying at 26,250 feet,” Boos said. The planes flew on a bombing arc, a radio beam directed over the target from a transmitting station in South Korea. Boos picks up the story. “The radar officer talked the pilot onto the arc, saying something like ‘you are 100 feet to the left, 50 feet to the left, 25, you are on the arc, you are on the arc.’ ” As the B-29s rode the radio arc, which required other radio silence, they approached another arc being beamed from an island to the west. When the planes reached the intersection of the arcs the bombs automatically dropped.

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Alex Crisci with Red Sox first baseman Adrian Gonzalez

Alex Crisci recently was hired for a television commercial with Red Sox first baseman Adrian Gonzalez. The commercial was filmed at the new JetBlue Stadium in Ft. Myers, Florida. Alex had a lot of fun and even picked up some baseball tips along with an autographed baseball. What more could an 11 year old ask for? Alex recently accepted an offer to become a cast member of the WGCU (PBS) show Curious Kids. He has worked on the show as an ambassador in the past and is looking forward to taking on this new role. The show is designed to teach children about the environment, wellness and cultural diversity. The show was nominated for an Emmy Award by the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. Alex will also appear in a new series called Magic City which will be premiering April 6 on the Starz Network. Alex is a 5th grade honors student in Naples, Florida. He is the child of Gary and Lorrie Crisci, formally of West Pittston. He has a brother Tyler 14, and sister Lauren 10. He is the grandson of Raymond and Anne Crisci Naples, Florida, and Carl and Diane Ambrose, of Harding.

The Holy Name Society of St. Joseph Marello Parish (Our Lady of Mt. Carmel/St Rocco Churches) announces their Palm Sunday Smoker will be held on April 1 at 6 p.m. at the Mt. Carmel Church Parish Center, William Street, Pittston. This event is for all men from the parish and surrounding area. The annual affair hosts a dinner, featured speaker and plenty of laughs. This year’s speaker is Ed Ackerman, Editor of the Sunday Dispatch and Professor of Journalism at Luzerne County Community College. District Attorney Jarrett Ferentino Esq. a principal in the law firm of Pugliese, Finnegan, Shaffer and Ferentino will served as toastmaster. Danny Argo and Friends will provide music. Holy Name President Joe McCulloch and Smoker Chairman Jim Murphy advise getting tickets early for this well-attended affair. Tickets can be obtained at the church rectory, from all Holy Name members, or by calling Jim Murphy at 654-4929. Pictured is the Palm Sunday Smoker Committee, from left to right, first row, Vince Gubitoso, Michael English, Joe McCulloch, Fr. Joseph Sibilano, OSJ, Jim Murphy, and Danny Argo; second row, Charlie Valenti, Tony Bianco, Paul Menichelli, Charlie Sciandra, and Frank Sciababcucchi; third row, John Bingham, Don Taroli, Jim Ardoline, Jonathan Rizzo, and Al Zangardi.

Bring Natalie Home One night 21-year-old Natalie Smirne, from Avoca, was on her way home from New York after attending a concert with a friend. On Route 84, a deer unexpectedly darted in front of Smirne’s friend’s SUV, causing the vehicle to flip on the passenger side door where Smirne was sitting. Back home, Natalie’s parents, Mark and Vicki, received an unimaginable call from New York state police telling them they needed to get to the Westchester Medical Hospital immediately and that their daughter was just in a major car accident. Natalie spent one week in Westchester and was told by doctors that she was paralyzed from

the chest down and there was a possibility she would never be able to walk again. She underwent surgery to fuse her spine to allow natural movement to her body, which, it is hoped, will allow her to eventually recover. Natalie was later transferred to the Allied Rehabilitation Center in Scranton for 28-days where she received rigorous forms of therapy. Natalie was eventually able to go home for a week. However, social workers told her parents that their house was not equipped for Natalie’s needs. Natalie has been living with Aunt Barbara Vurak of Troop and has not been able to return home since. Natalie is a biology major at Wilkes University and has taken

a medical withdrawal for the time being. “People have been extremely supportive and I’m thankful for the kindness people bring,” she said. To allow Natalie to finally come home her family is holding a benefit titled “Bring Natalie Home” today, Sunday March 18, from 2:00-6:00 p.m. at Kildare’s Irish Pub in Scranton. The benefit is to help raise money for a bathroom renovation and ramps so Natalie can be home with her family. The event will feature food, drinks, games, raffles, and fun for the entire family. Ticket cost is $20 per adult, $10 for children ages 6+ and free admission for children under 6. Tickets can be purchased at

the door. ADDY Award Shaylyn Berlew, of Duryea, a senior at Susquehanna University, was recently awarded a silver ADDY Award during the Greater Frederick Advertsing Federation Student ADDY awards ceremony. Birthday notes Happy birthday to Jillian Luckasavage of Pittston Township, celebrating her 21st birthday on March 22 and to Agnes Lanzone, West Pittston, celebrating her 85th birthday on March 22.

Joseph A. Graziano joins father in funeral business begun in 1900 Joseph A. Graziano has joined Graziano Funeral Home Inc. as a fourth-generation employee of the business, continuing the family legacy which dates back to 1900. The son of Charles and Mary Lou Graziano, Graziano received his Pennsylvania State Funeral Director’s License on Jan. 19. A 2005 graduate of Pittston Area High School, Graziano continued his education at Wilkes University where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a minor in Marketing. He then attended the American Academy McAllister Institute of Funeral Service, Inc. in New York, where he was named to the school’s president’s list for his academic achievements six consecutive semesters. He was chosen by his professors and fellow classmates to receive the New York State Funeral Directors Association Certificate of Merit which deemed him the student who best typifies the highest ideals of the funeral service profession. One day after graduating from mortuary school, Graziano passed the national board exam and began a one-year resident internship at Graziano Funeral Home Inc. in Pittston Township. The Graziano brothers, Jacob, Charles and Caesar Graziano, started the family firm, Graziano Brothers Funeral Home on Oak Street, Old Forge, in 1900, subsequently adding a branch on Main Street, Pittston in 1906. Jacob, Charles and Caesar operated both funeral home branches until Jacob’s death in

1918. The firm was operated by Charles and Caesar Graziano from 1918-1936. The Pittston branch continued after Charles’ death in 1936 under a widow’s license obtained by Sirianni Graziano, Joseph Graziano’s great-grandmother. From 1947-1966, the firm , which would become the J. Charles Graziano Funeral Home, was jointly run by Joseph Graziano’s great-grandmother, Angeline Graziano. Due to a redevelopment project in Pittston, the funeral home was forced to move to a new location and ground breaking for the current location on the James A. Musto By-Pass was held on April 5, 1966. Upon Angeline Graziano’s death in 1966, her son, Joseph C. Graziano, took control of operations and continued the family tradition as the fifth licensee, marking the second generation of the business. In 1973, Joseph’s father, Charles J. Graziano, joined in partnership with his father, Joseph C. Graziano. The Graziano Funeral Home became the Graziano Funeral Home, Inc. in 1994. After Joseph C. Graziano’s passing in 1996, Charles J. Graziano became supervisor and has continued in that role for the last 16 years. Leo Graziano and Mary Lou Moraca Graziano have assisted in the operation of the funeral home for decades.

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Bishop to celebrate Mass Monday at Oblates Roast chicken dinner planned A family-style roast chicken dinner and bake sale will be offered at United Methodist Church Pittston, corner Broad and Church streets, Pittston, on Saturday, April 21, 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. The menu includes 1/2 roast chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, pepper hash, cranberry sauce, dessert and beverage. Adult

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The Most Reverend Joseph C. Bambera, D.D., J.C.L., Bishop of Scranton, will be the principal celebrant and homilist for a solemn pontifical Mass on the Solemnity of Saint Joseph, Monday, March 19, at 7:00 p.m. in the Oblates of St. Joseph Seminary Chapel, Route 315, Laflin. Concelebrating with Bishop Bambera will be the Oblates of St. Joseph priests and clergy of the Diocese of Scranton. Liturgical music for the evening Mass will be provided by the adult choir of St. Joseph Marello Parish, Pittston. Masses will also be celebrated on the Feast day in the seminary chapel at 7:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. The feast day festivities mark the conclusion of the annual nine-day novena honoring the spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary and the earthly father of Jesus. This year’s novena was preached by Rev. Robert Dwyer of the Diocese of Syracuse, NY. Rev. Paul A. McDonnell, OSJ, seminary rector, invites all the area faithful to participate in the Feast of St. Joseph, Patron of the Universal Church. For any further information, kindly contact the seminary office at 654-7542.

LENTEN FISH DINNER St. Michael the Archangel Byzantine Catholic Church Pittston will hold its 15th annual Lenten fish dinner Friday, Mar. 30 in the church hall, 205 North Main Street. Dinner includes baked haddock, potato, carrots, coleslaw, haluski, cake, coffee, tea and soft drinks. Cost is adults $9 and children under 12 $7. Dinner will be served from 4 to 6 p.m. takes outs anytime during dinner hours. Clam chowder and haluski will be available for take out. The public is invited, tickets available at the door. Raffle for cash prizes will be held. NUT AND POPPY SEED The Women of St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, 100 Rock St., Hughestown, are selling nut and poppy seed rolls at $8 each. Call Pam 655-0043, Lois 6544948, or Margaret 451-0526 for orders. Last date to order is today, March 18. Pick-up date is April 4, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. PEDIATRIC CLINIC The Care and Concern Pediatric Health Clinic, located in the former Seton Catholic School building on William Street in Pittston, will be open the first and third Thursday of each month. Free health care is provided for infants through age 11. Registration is from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Participants should bring your child’s immunization records with them. Parents or guardians must be present to have their child examined. All

tickets are $9.00 and children under 10, $4.50 For tickets call 603-1915 or 332-9156 by Monday, April 9. A limited number of tickets will be available at door. Those wishing to attend are strongly advised to reserve tickets in advance. All bake sale items will be homemade.

services are free and confidential. The clinic is sponsored by the Care and Concern ministries of the Parish Community of St. John the Evangelist, Msgr. John Bendik, Pastor. For more information call 855-6035. REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF WYOMING VALLEY 1700 Wyoming Avenue, FortyFort Pastor Rev. R.F. Dymond Morning Worship: 10:30 a.m. Bible School: 11:45 a.m. Wednesday evening prayer service: 6:30 p.m. every other Wednesday Visitors are welcome. For additional information call 570693-1918 BENNETT PRESBYTERIAN 501 Bennett Street, Luzerne Everyone is welcome. The church is handicap accessible. BETHEL UNITED METHODIST Main St., Avoca 11:15 a.m. Worship BRICK UNITED METHODIST 905 Foote Ave., Duryea Pastor Michael Shambora Service: Sunday 9:45 a.m. CHRISTIAN AND MISSIONARY ALLIANCE CHURCH Luzerne Ave. and Parke Street West Pittston Origins – The Foundation of

Creation and Man Part will be held from 7 to 8:15 p.m. through May 13. The study is open to Bible students and well as interested individuals. Pre-registration is recommended by calling the church office 654-2500. The 9th Annual Sportsman’s Beast Feast will be held at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Mar. 24, at the church. A buffet of wild game and domestic offerings are featured. Event is open to the public and free of charge. For reservations call the church office at 6542500 by Monday, Mar. 19. Christ’s Community Clothes Closet will be open from 9-11 a.m. on Wednesday and Thursday evenings from 6-8 p.m. The closet will be closed on days that Pittston and Wyoming Area School Districts are closed due to weather or holidays. There will be a clothing giveaway on Saturdays Mar. 17 and 24 from 12 to 4 p.m. at the warehouse at 1110 Hanover Street, Hanover Estates, in Hanover Twp. There are clothes for men, women and children. This ministry is open to the public free of charge. For more information, call 654-2500. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. James H. Breese, pastor, Water Street, Pittston Sunday 9:30 a.m. Worship and Praise Service/Children’s Sunday School, Adult/Teen Sunday School immediately following service. Rev. James H. Breese, pastor, will conduct a series of Community Lenten Services every

Wednesday during Lent at 7:15 p.m. The message will be “The Suffering Servant.” Everyone is welcome and invited to attend. For more info, call 654-0283. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL UCC 500 Luzerne Avenue West Pittston Rev. Joan Mitchell, Pastor Sunday Worship Service 11 a.m. with Communion. Dinner will be held at 5 p.m. honoring former pastor, the Rev. Wayne Shontz Jr., sponsored by the combined Miner UCC – First Congregational UCC charge. Tuesday, 7 p.m. Diaconate meeting; 7:30 p.m. Church Council Meeting FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 14 Broad Street Pittston Sunday Worship 9:15 a.m. with Rev. William N. Lukesh. FIRST UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH West Pittston Rev. James Thyren 654-8121 The Session of the First United Presbyterian Church of West Pittston announces the following schedule for the week of March 18: Mar 18 - 10:00 a.m., 11 a.m. Sunday School, 12:00 p.m. choir rehearsal Mar 22 – 11 a.m. Scripture study, soup and sandwich at Second Presbyterian Church, 12:30 p.m. Women’s Association spring luncheon at St. Cecilia’s Services are being held at St. Cecilia’s Roman Catholic Church on 1700 Wyoming Ave, Exeter as we recover from the flood of September 2011. There is parking on Wyoming Avenue and in the parking lot behind the church. FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Wyoming Ave., West Pittston Mar. 18 – 10 a.m. Worship, Sunday School during worship Mar. 19 – 7 p.m. Boy Scouts See FAITH, Page 11

Mar. 20 – 12:30 Women’s Club Mar. 21 – 10 a.m. Mommy and Me; 5 p.m. Strings and wings; 6:30 p.m. TOPS, 7 p.m. choir. Mar. 22 - 7 p.m. Weight Watchers The United Methodist Women are sponsoring a bus trip to Sight and Sound Theatre in Lancaster to see “Jonah” on Tuesday, May 1. Bus will leave at 9 p.m. Cost is $120 with payment due on March 18. For more information and reservations, call Doris Dushok, 654-2689 or Karen Weed, 654-4446. FULL GOSPEL CHAPEL Avoca Adult Sunday School, 9:30; Sunday morning worship at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday evening Bible

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LANGCLIFFE PRESBYTERIAN 1001 Main St Avoca Sunday worship 11:15 a.m. The Langcliffe Church is handicapped accessible. Nursery is provided for children during worship. The Care for Soldiers program continues. To date, over 50 care packages have been sent to servicemen and women overseas. MOOSIC ALLIANCE CHURCH 608 Rocky Glen Road, Moosic Pastor: Doug Jensen 457-6020 maccma2@verizon.net Sunday morning Sunday School for all ages at 9:30 a.m. Sunday morning Worship at 10:45 a.m. Prayer meeting, Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. Celebrate Recovery Ministry, Thursdays at 7:30 p.m.

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3:45 p.m. and by appointment All Religious Education classes are held for Grades 1 thru 7 from 9:15 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. in the Religious Education Center. In preparation for Easter, the children in grades 3 – 5 will celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation today, Sunday, March 18 during their regularly scheduled Religious Education Class. The children in grades 6 & 7 will celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation on Sunday, March 25. Stations of the Cross will be celebrated every Friday in Lent at 7:00 p.m. On Friday, March 23 all are invited to meet at 5:30 See FAITH, Page 18

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ST. JOSEPH MARELLO PARISH OUR LADY OF MT. CARMEL ST. ROCCO’S Pittston Lenten Schedule Daily Masses: Monday thru Friday: 7:30 and 11:30 a.m. Every Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. there is a Holy Hour at Mt. Carmel Church. Stations of the Cross are every Friday at Mt. Carmel Church after 11:30 Mass and at 5:00 p.m. with the Eucharistic Benediction and at St. Rocco’s Church every Friday after 11:30 Mass. Weekend Masses: At Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, on Saturday at 4:00 & 7:00 p.m. and on Sunday at 8:00 & 11:00 a.m. At St. Rocco Church, on Saturday at 5:30 p.m. and on Sunday at 9:30 a.m. Congratulations to Father Joe on the Anniversary of his Ordination to the Priesthood. Ad multos annos! Sixth Annual Celebration of Divine Mercy Sunday to be held at the Oblates of St. Joseph Seminary, Laflin on April 15. This year’s theme is “Be Apostles of Divine Mercy” with the principal celebrant of the Feast of Mercy Rev. Paul McDonnell, O.S.J., Seminary Rector. Itinerary includes: 1 p.m. - Sacrament of Reconciliation, 2 p.m. - Veneration of the Image of Divine Mercy followed by the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass, 3 p.m. - Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament Chaplet of Divine Mercy in Song, Holy Rosary, Benediction, Blessing of First Class Relic of St. Faustina. Everyone is invited to attend. The Altar & Rosary Society will be hosting a Penny Auction on Sunday, April 22, in the Parish Center. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. and the auction will be at 2:00 p.m. Get advance admission tickets or raffles tickets from any member, the rectory or at the door. Members are reminded that all returns must be made by the April 19 meeting. The Fifth stop is at St. John the Church, Pittston on Wednesday, March 28, with Holy Mass at 7 p.m. This weekend, the second col-

lection is for the poor. St. Joseph Marello Parish Raffle is now underway. Buy your tickets now for a chance to win 2012 Chevrolet Cruz or $20,000. Donations are $20.00 each and only 2,000 tickets to be sold. Seller of the winning ticket receives $500.00. If you would like to sell tickets call Frank Sciabacucchi 655-6125, Pena Hansen-332-5989, or the rectory office-654-6902. Get yours before it’s too late A benefit for Natalie Smirne, a resident of Pittston who was in a terrible car accident that left her paralyzed, at Kildare’s Irish Pub, Scranton, today, Sunday, March 18, from 2:00-6:00 p.m. Cost: $20 per ticket, $10 for children. The San Cataldo Society will celebrate the Feast of the Annunciation of the Blessed Mother on Sunday, March 25. A breakfast will be held at their hall in Pittston immediately following the 9:30 a.m. mass in St. Rocco Church. Call 655-1551 before March 18 to reserve your seat. Cost: $6.00 per person. The Fides Club of St. Rocco Church will have their monthly meeting on March 27 at 7 p.m. in the church basement. This is a very important meeting and all members are requested to attend. Any men interested are asked to contact Ky Lazzari at 825-2648. Holy Name Society members of St. Joseph Marello Parish will be available at all masses this weekend for anyone interested in their “lottery” fundraiser and/or Smoker tickets. The Smoker will be held in the Parish Center on Sunday, April 1, at 6 p.m. Toastmaster will be Atty. Jarret Ferentino and guest speaker will be Ed Ackerman, editor of the Sunday Dispatch and professor at Luzerne County Community College. Bus trip to Shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes, June 23/24. Contact Pat 609-5173 or Jean 693-1041. Public and parochial school students in 6th, 7th, and 8th grades who belong to St. Joseph Marello Parish will be receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation this year on Friday, April 13, in Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church at 5:00 p.m. Candidates should have already chosen their spon-

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Ethnic pride is still good This weekend was one for the Irish. There was plenty going on in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day including the Greater Pittston Friendly Sons of St. Patrick banquet last night. The fierce pride Greater Pittston people have for their European ethnic heritage is one of the many unique things about our area. Where else but here could you ask someone, “what are you?” and have them know what the questions means. But ethnic heritage ain’t what it used to be. As generations pass, intermarriage and modernity blur the distinctions and break the connections that made us proudly say “I’m Irish,” “I’m Italian,” “I’m Polish,” “I’m Czech” or Slovak or Russian or Ukrainian or Lithuanian, etc. Of course, identifying ourselves by our ethnicity wasn’t all good. Ethnic groups were discriminated against and they discriminated against each other. The earliest generations lived in their own little enclaves. Convinced of their own superiority, they discouraged intermingling and forbade intermarrying. But the intermingling of cultures and the intermarrying of ethnic groups was inevitable and it is what made America, America and Americans, Americans and in that we are unique in the world. It is said that in 50 years European-derived Caucasian Americans will be a minority in this country. It’s described as “the browning of America.” That’s good, too. As races intermingle and intermarry, America and Americans will become more unique. The hope is that one day there will be no such thing as minorities in America, no such thing as hyphenated Americans That doesn’t mean we shouldn’t hang on to the best of our ethnic traditions. Keep the Friendly Sons, the IACC, the Polish Falcons and the Lithuanian Clubs going. Raise a “hear, hear” with an Irish stoudt, pass the pasta with a glass of red wine, dance a polka, put on an embroidered folk dress, and eat a wurst.

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West Pittston Tomorrow West Pittston Tomorrow is meeting tomorrow at St. Cecilia’s in Exeter at 7 p.m.. The group is open to ideas for flood recovery in the Garden Village. Input is appreciated.

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This unusual image captured by Dispatch photographer Bill Tarutis may seem confusing at first. Just what is it? One may ask. Well, it is the railroad bridge that stretches across the Susquehanna River between West Pittston and Duryea. The photo shows the debris from September’s flood that still clings to the bridge. The shot was taken from Susquehanna Avenue in West Pittston.

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SJD parents ask school board to keep Harding school open Is it us the parents, or are we missing something here? The Wyoming Area School District, its families and children just went through one of the most horrific natural disasters with the flood during the 2011 school year. Many families and children are still displaced, and families are trying to figure out when they will return to their own home. The emotional distress and impact on these children is hard enough. So with all of this going on, the board in its infinite wisdom feels the need to throw a little salt in a wound that’s not even closed. Now the board will be voting to close a school which according to the rumors is already a done deal. Why in the world, especially now, would they close a school within the district and move to centers all in the same year? It makes no sense at all. You are asking the children and their families, not just those

affected by the closing of Sarah J. Dymond to again adapt to a change in schools, teachers, organization and community structure. This decision you make will affect the entire district, community, and the children. If you as a board were truly looking out for the best interest of the students and their families within our district and community, you should reconsider closing any school. Have a little compassion and common sense here. Not everything is about money, or in this case is it? So again, to the school board, we urge you to look at all options on the table again to make informed decisions for the children and WA taxpayers. Concerned parents: Rhea Schutter, Jim and Nicole Gashi, John and Tara Bonin

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you know it. I give up. Let them air my dirty laundry…but I hope to God they don’t, like, literally air my dirty laundry. You’d be horrified. I actually, truly enjoy rotting my brain and watching reality television. I can’t even pick a favorite … I love them all for different reasons. But, if pressed, I think “Hoarders: Buried Alive”, is at the top of my list. My friend Denise says this show is “like Groundhog’s Day: same day, different piles of s%&t. “She’s right, but I love the predictability! And, let’s be honest. It makes me feel better about my own crap heap. Hey, I may have a ring around my tub, but I don’t have dead cat carcasses in my refrigerator! And! I don’t have to take a shower under my garden hose because there’s a rat infestation in my shower! Cup half full! See how good that made me feel? Another fixation is a show called “I Used to be Fat”. No need to go into the self-explanatory details, but again … makes me feel better about the fact that during the commercial break I ate an ice cream sandwich, a bowl of salted peanuts (but I had to shell them, which counts as exercise), a bag of Cadbury eggs and a piece of melted provolone. That was an hour ago, and I am just now deciding if it’s too soon to break out the Chips Ahoy. I say anchors away, matey. Plus, I love anything on Bravo TV and that includes Real Housewives. I’m riveted. My kids shriek when these ladies prance-out … they rant about the ludicrousness of it all. Really, kids? You think your own choice of reality TV, i.e.: Sons of Guns, Pawn Stars or Storage Wars is a level above that? And Ultimate Fighter? That’s just a big, fat invitation for brain damage, right there. I’ll stick to my Real Housewives. Yes, they’ve all had Titanic amounts of cosmetic surgery and they’re as dumb as a box of rocks … but they’re my dummies, every Tuesday night from 9:00-10:00. Kenny is onto something when he sings that “reality isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. He encourages me to take a chance and live this fantasy” because apparently, “everybody needs to break free … from reality”. Whatever. Read Mother’s Daze and you’ll feel like you’re living my reality and you’ll pray to break free by the last sentence. But, take heart. I won’t tell you that your breath smells like hot tar or your jeans look better on Miley Freaking Cyrus. I’m not stupid. I need you to keep tuning-in and living through my dysfunction, dog vomit and mustache every other week. Maria Heck proves how stupid she’s not in her column which appears in this space every other week.

Mary Ehret, MS, RD, LDN Penn State Cooperative Exztension

Spring cleaning for less This week we will be welcoming Spring! This past week’s warm sunny weather prompts us to look at our home windows in a different way. Common and safe household ingredients such as plain soap, baking soda, and vinegar or lemon juice can be low cost ingredients for number household friendly recipes, including window cleaning solutions. Make your own cleaning solutions to “be green” and save money too. Effective yet safe to handle household staples include baking soda, borax, vinegar and lemon juice. Baking soda can be used to cut grease, clean oven spills, absorb odors and cleans tile, glass and enamels. Borax makes a good all-purpose cleaner. White vinegar and lemon juice are good at removing hard-water deposits, discoloration on metal surfaces or rust stains. But don’t use lemon juice on silver. When making your own cleaning solutions, Penn State recommends following these steps: Read and follow all safety labels on the ingredients before mixing together. Some products, like chlorine bleach and ammonia, produce a toxic gas when mixed. Here are some reminders before you begin. First, mix only what you need or no more than a month’s supply. Some products may lose their effectiveness over time. Mix solutions in a well-ventilated area. Place mixed products in new containers and label with the date made. Always, store cleaners out of reach of children. Other cost saving ideas which will cut down on cleaning time, improve the indoor environment and reduce the need for cleaning products include: use a damp mop on floors instead of sweeping, use a squeegee to clean shower doors after each use. To reduce the amount of dirt tracked indoors, place a doormat at each entryway better yet, ask family members to remove their shoes when indoors. Freshen your indoor air by boiling cinnamon, cloves or other herbs instead of spraying store-bought air fresheners. For a list of recipes for creating green cleaners for use on toilets, floors, doors and glass go to:http://pubs.cas.psu.edu/freepubs/pdfs/ ui289.pdf or call Penn State Cooperative Extension office at 6020600 for your free copy. So let’s welcome spring and begin cleaning those windows. To begin, purchase a spray bottle and white vinegar to make up this solution. Window and glass cleaners

Mix 1 part water to 1 part white vinegar in a spray bottle. Wipe off with cleaning cloth. (Note: if unusual streaking occurs during the first time you use this solution, it is due to the wax that some chemical glass cleaners contain. Remove wax with a little rubbing alcohol and then clean with the above solution.) Mark the spray bottle window and glass cleaner. Mary R. Ehret, M.S., R.D., L.D.N., is with Penn State Cooperative Extension, Luzerne County, 16 Luzerne Ave., West Pittston, Pa., 18643. (570) 825-1701/602-0600. Fax (570) 825-1709. mre2@psu.edu.

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I hadn’t seen my daughter since Christmas. The minute she appeared in the doorway for Spring Break, I gave her a crushing hug and a big, old smooch. She backed away and said: “God, Mom…your breath smells like…like… dirty diapers. What did you eat??” Reality. Kenny Chesney sings that it’s not all that it’s cracked-up to be. Sigh. Welcome to my life. If this were a reality show, I’d call it “Brutal Honesty with the Ingrates.” Reality isn’t what it’s cracked up to be? I’ll drink to that. Sure, honesty should be praised, God knows, but not when it comes to me. In my little corner of the asylum, I encourage my children to sugar-coat the brutal truth … bend it like Beckham … just be nice, dammit! Dirty diapers? That’s a little harsh. I mean … I’d just eaten a quesadilla for God’s sake! Well worth the dog breath, I’d say. Aside from commentating about the fragrance of my breath, Scene 1 on my reality show would dissect my children’s opinion of my wardrobe. I realize there’s a line across which an almost 50 year-old mother should not cross. However, my son thinks I’ve come perilously close to that edge. I can’t help it! I like skinny jeans! I tuck them into my boots and the whole ensemble is perfectly acceptable. To me. Last Saturday, dressing for an event, I made the fatal error of asking my 17-year-old how I look. Mothers … don’t be stupid. Never ask a teenage boy or a middle aged man or your own mother how you look. You know they’ll tell you EXACTLY how you look and it ain’t gonna be pretty. Or delicate. Or even pretend-nice. Upon inquiry, I’ve received these morsels from my son: “You look like Alice in Wonderland flinging herself down the rabbit hole.” Or, “Well … hello, Hannah Montana, I thought your show was canceled”… or …. and this is extremely random and not relevant to anything other than his enormous capacity for disrespect: “How come you and dad can grow a mustache in a week and I can’t?” I don’t know what to say about that one … except … he’s right. Scene II of my reality show would focus on my haphazard cleaning skills. I can lie and tell you I clean my house like it’s a paying job, but that’s an enormous non-truth. Listen, I “fluff ”, and that means I clean all the surfaces of my home so if someone drops-in unannounced, they won’t hold their nose and retch into my dirty popcorn bowl. However, when the dog throws-up tinsel from the Christmas tree that was taken down three months ago or poops out the Easter grass from last year’s baskets, the jig is up and my children will let

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GUEST COLUMN

A look at city’s St. Patrick’s parades of the past By Jim Bussaco

Missing today are the St. Patrick’s Day parades on Pittston’s Main Street. It’ s many years since the large Irish population of the city held their annual parade. The town would dress up for the occasion Dick Cosgrove, who passed away a few weeks ago used to tell me that many of Pittston’s residents never had the pleasure of witnessing those marvelous marching creations of Irish descendants and were always reminded by the older folks that we really missed something, for today, the tendency is to honor Ireland’s patron saint with banquets. In a nostalgic letter to the Sunday Dispatch some years ago before the St. Patrick’s celebration in 1965, an old timer wrote of his recollections of St. Patrick’s Day of the 1920’s. It is now worth repeating as St. Patrick’s Day of 2012 is approaching. “The streets of Pittston were clothed in an endless line of eager humans,” the letter read, “each St. Patrick’s Day in years gone by to review the unsurpassed parading of cocky Henry Strattens, the colorful fife and drum corps, the gaily garbed CTAU Companies and the smiling Irishmen astride both charging stallions and lumbering dray horses. “Into Pittston would come the Irish from Avoca, Cork Lane, Port Griffith, Se-

bastopol, West Pittston and practically ev- was unable to gain passage to the east side erywhere else the Irish lived. The parade of the river. Not to be discouraged, Anusually started in South Pittston, which drew promptly fell in line on Susquehanwas known back then as West End in those na Avenue, parallel with the line of march days. They’d start marching to the “Wear- on the east side and moved along as if he ing of the Green”. The spirit of the day had was in the parade in solo fashion until he taken its hold and paraders and those lined ran out of terrain. There was another Irish gentleman along the curbs were all Irishmen for the named Richard Cosgrove (probably a reday. lation to the “Those old time parades An Irish tale was told about Pat Devers of Pittston late Dick Cosgrove) residwere so huge Junction. Pat was Marshall of the St. Mary’s conand were so tingent so he was given a nag with a lame left hind ing at that time in Exeter highly regardfound himself ed by the par- leg. Shortly after the pair had joined the parade, in the same ticipants, that the horse somehow got his leg caught in the problem as months and stirrup and Devers commented “If you’re gonna Andrew months of get on, I’m gonna get off.” Quinn in trypreparation ing to get were made beacross the rivforehand especially by the fife and drum corps. Theirs er. However, he fortunately met with a was a highly competitive field and each traveling agent who had obtained the services of a boatman to ferry him across the organization would vie for honors.” Other tales from those days recall how raging waters. Cosgrove, a true Irishman was heartwhen the two bridges spanning the Susquehanna were washed away, a couple of sick of the thought of not being able to staunched Irishmen of that period man- carry the flat, so he joined the salesman aged to get across the river to participate and the boatman and all three attempted to make their way to the Pittston shore. They in the parade. Andrew Quinn of West Pittston, one of started at the West Pittston shore across the gents involved, had his horse all be- from Water Street, but the rapid moving decked in green and after dressing himself river landed them below Port Blanchard, in his finest St. Patrick’s suit found that he however, Cosgrove made it back in time to

carry the colors in the parade. There were some brighter sides of those wonderful hectic days. An Irish tale was told about Pat Devers of Pittston Junction. Pat was Marshall of the St. Mary’s contingent so he was given a nag with a lame left hind leg. Shortly after the pair had joined the parade, the horse somehow got his leg caught in the stirrup and Devers commented “If you’re gonna get on, I’m gonna get off.” Another funny tale was told about the late P.J. Conway, a well known liquor dealer back in those days, who was known for his tightness with a buck. He visited Fitzpatrick’s livery stable, which was on South Main Street and asked to rent a “long horse”. When asked why he wanted a “long horse”, the economizer Conway replied, “There are four of us who are chipping in to ride him.” On another day as the parade reached the Pittston Junction headed by the three tallest Irishmen in Pittston at that time, -Bob Reddington, Joe Crane and Phillip Higgins -- all bearing flags, the towering gentlemen forgot about their height and marched underneath the overhanging branches of some shade trees and soon found their flags caught in the branches. It took some time to entangle the mess. Another familiar figure at the old St. See PARADES, Page 27

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Family sends thanks Says Paul Stebbins was first class for benefit at Moose Our family would like to thank everyone who attended the benefit event for Elyssa at the Moose Lodge and the volunteers, sponsors and donors helped create a joyful and memorable event for our daughter. The thoughtfulness and kindheartedness from all involved was overwhelming to say the least. We are extremely grateful to all and will be forever thankful. Sponsor list: Advanced Auto Parts Agolino’s Restaurant American Food & Vending Avenue Diner Bo Brothers Luigi’s Pizza Napoli’s Pizza Platukus Electric Rock Street Music Sabatini’s Pizza

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In addition to being a dedicated conservative and patriotic American, not to mention his effort on behalf of the Republican Party locally and nationally, Paul “P.J.” Stebbins Jr. was a firstclass human being - always willing to give his time and help for the cause of others, especially because he never asked or expected anything in return, except friendship and mutual respect. I will never forget when, in 2006, we were friendly challengers for the Republican nomina-

tion for state representative in the 120th legislative district. After I won the nomination, he was especially thankful for my comment when he lost, when I said to this fine young man, “you did a good job and ran a first-class clean race. Keep your head up.” We became friends and continued to work for the conservative cause together. The last time I saw him was at Aaron Kaufer’s rally in Kingston. Again, P.J. was there lending a hand to a friend. We will all miss him, especial-

ly his lovely wife to whom I send this special prayer. May God bless this great young man for all he did on behalf of others. Paul Stebbins, a first-class act who serves as a good example for other young people of his generation to follow. Enjoy eternity in Heaven, my good friend. You earned it. You will be sadly missed but never forgotten by all your many friends in West Pittston and Wyoming Valley. John C. Cordora Luzerne

Asks help locating hit and run driver Thank you to those who assisted us on Sunday, Feb.19 when we were involved in a hit and run vehicle accident on Vine and Columbus Streets in Pittston City. My mom, Sophie Hetro, 82, of

Wyoming was injured and taken to Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. Anyone with information of a light colored car with recent extensive damage is asked to con-

tact the Pittston City Police at 654-2424. Again, thanks to all who helped. Roberta Sutton Wyoming

Question In 1948, Pittston area residents consumed an estimated 268,116 bottles of what substance?

Peeking into the past With Judy Minsavage

1949 – 63 Years Ago State legislation was introduced in 1949 by Senator Fraser Donlan enabling compensation to be paid to homeowners and communities for damages caused by mine subsidence. The measure called for a two percent levy on market price of all anthracite coal to be used for a relief fund. With extensive damage already done to Pittston High School, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, sunken streets and twisted homes and businesses, the city and its residents were sure they had not seen the worst of the damage. The bill also would require mining companies to file plans to obtain a permit to proceed in mining certain areas. Units of the U.S. Army and Naval forces joined in a full scale amphibious and air attack maneuver which included battleships USS Missouri, Leyte, Kearsarge and air craft carrier USS Franklin D. Roosevelt. Several local servicemen participating were Lieutenant Ralph Lipfert of Exeter aboard the Leyte and Master Sergeant Gary Robinson, West Pittston with the Marine Corps. Local reservists Gerald Loughney and Paul Trester both of Wyoming; Robert Weiskerger, Charles Wilkinson and James Wilkinson, all of West Pittston, were aboard auxiliary vessels.

The Sunday Dispatch Inquiring Photographer asked: “What was your most memorable experience?” Roland Weiscarger, of Pittston, answered: “When I set foot alive on American soil after a tour of duty in the European Theater of Operations. I landed at Charlotte NC aboard a hospital ship after being wounded in France.” Mrs. Mary Waleski, of Avoca, added: “The ILGWU strike in 1958, when I was doing picket duty. Things kept happening at the factories and I was usually mixed up in the thick of things.” 1969 – 43 Years Ago P.F.C. Edward Resavy, of Duryea, was awarded a medal for valor for his participation in an operation that overtook an enemy out-post in Vietnam. While serving with Company B, 502 Inf., 101st Airborne Division known as the Screaming Eagles, Resavy’s company came upon a large Viet Cong observation complex southwest of Hue destroyed four months earlier by heavy artillery fire. The helicopter unit set up a perimeter for additional choppers to land. The 101st Airborne Division was acti-

All the scouts together we stand United as sisters hand in hand Younger and older the bridge connects To teach, unify, help and correct It’s an old bridge really but true That joins girls together in one hue The way of honor and all kindness The way that brings girls happiness It stood in the past as it stands today To forever teach girls the correct way To live and learn, behave and act And follow the Girl Scout loyalty pact, May the bridge forever stand To unify girls in every land. 1979 – 33 Years Ago One name almost did not make the memorial listing of Greater Pittston men who served in the Spanish American War. Upon reading a list of names in the Sunday Dispatch that would adorn an honor roll to be erected at the West Pittston Armory, Frank Cawley, of Port Griffith, noticed his uncle, John J. Gibbons, of Browntown, was not included. John served with distinction with the 4th Regiment, Ohio volunteers and fought in the Santiago campaign. In October 2010, an additional memorial was planned that would contain the names of everyone from the Greater Pittston area who died in the wars since the first one was erected. The Spanish–American War was a conflict in 1898 between Spain and the United States the result of American intervention in the Cuban War of Independence. The siege of Santiago de Cuba effectively ended the fighting there. Liberty Furniture, of Exeter, was totally destroyed in a fire in 1978, and 4-year-old William Francis James asked his parents Mr. and Mrs. William James, good customers of the store, if he could help. Digging into his piggy bank, little William came up with what he thought

was a penny but was actually a silver dollar which he presented to the store’s owner Izzie Stein. Mr. Stein was so moved by the young lad’s generosity, he had the silver dollar framed with a plaque inscribed, “William Francis James, four years old, took this ‘penny’ from his piggy bank to help Izzie get back into business after the fire.” 1989 – 23 Years Ago Touched by the beautiful smile of Jennifer an eight-month-old local girl suffering a life-threatening illness, Joe Limongelli and his musical partner Dave Williams set up a benefit concert that included such musical acts as Nasty, Magic, Rock Scare, Stingray’s Roadhouse Rockets, Twice Shy, Fly Boys, Strawberry Jam and Partners in Crime. The event would also see the release of the song “When Jenny Smiles” written by Limongelli and Williams in tribute to the little girl. Also playing on the recording is drummer Chaz Evans, keyboardist Jimi Simko and Buzzy O’Malley. Carla Answini, of Wyoming, was selected to perform in the Region IV State Band Festival at Mansfield University. Over 158 musicians from 50 school districts were set to attend the event. Both Pittston and Wyoming Area School District had contributing school news correspondents reporting to the Sunday Dispatch. The Pittston Area team included Lori Anne Silvanage, Kim Donnelly, Lori Haddick, Lee Ann Sellock, Greg Skibitsky, Julie Martin, Donald Rusnock, Diane Kolbeck, Maudeen Ratchford and Ron Baloga. The Wyoming Area team included Cathy Kuderka, Tanya Lasher, Marci Lindsey, Jon Paul Maria, Michael Agolino, Stacie Mruk, Lisa Nobile, Pamela Ralston and Phillip Bosha. Answer The State Liquor Control Board reported an estimated 268,116 bottles of liquor were purchased and $1,000,000 in revenue. The board noted that the figures exceeded those in 1947 by 12,941 bottles. A word is not the same with one writer as with another. One tears it from his guts. The other pulls it out of his overcoat pocket. Charles Peguy

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1959 – 53 Years Ago Min Matheson, regional ILGWU director and head of the garment union’s Mine Disaster Committee, distributed over $2,000 to families of the 12 miners entombed in the Knox Mine in January 1959. In addition to the donation, monies collected randomly and funds collected by the Sunshine Club of Pioneer Manufacturing added up to a total of $4,448.95 in aid. To learn more about the 1959 Knox Mine Disaster from the standpoint of the survivors and victims’ families read Voices of the Knox Mine Disaster written by Robert P., Kenneth C., and Nicole H. Wolensky. As members of the Avenue Lanes Bowling Team of Exeter, George Tomek, George Pacropis, Bob Bavitz, Harry Zoeller and Phil Gelso traveled

to St. Louis to participate in the American Bowling Congress. The team placed high in the standings with Phil Gelso taking the eighth spot in individual competition. Gerald Wycallis, John Roberts, James Branas, Ivan Tylawsky, Joseph Szumski, William McCawley, Stanley Narsavage, Thomas Blasko, Archie Russavage, John Pliska, Allan Nowracki, Myron Sadowski, Nicholas Logue, Tom Poplaski, Paul Brennan Jr., Jack Chodnicki and Alfred Echalk members of the eighth-grade Holy Rosary Beads basketball team had a perfect season in 1959. Coaches Joseph Denard and Gerald Echalk commended the team sponsored by the Catholic War Veterans of Duryea.

vated 16 August 1942 at Camp Claiborne, Louisiana and was highly trained for air assault missions. Cadet Troop 944 of Harding participated in the Juliette Low World Friendship in Gathering at Wyoming Area Senior High School. The girls dressed in authentic Norwegian costume and told tales and traditions of that country. Seventh-grade student Debbie Dymond composed and read the following poem:

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Events planned May 5-12 The West Pittston Corps of The Salvation Army has stepped up plans for the upcoming 100th anniversary of its involvement in West Pittston. Several Advisory Board members were named to the committees involved in the celebration scheduled for May 5-12. The beginning of the weeklong celebration will begin on Saturday, May 5 with the step off at the Parade for the Annual West Pittston Cherry Blossom Festival. The Youth Groups will sponsor an outdoor Concert (weather permitting) on Wednesday, May 9 and a banquet and awards presentation to commemorate the centennial will be held on Thursday, May 10. A two-day open house will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. on Friday, May 11 and from 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 12. Dinner reservations and ads for a 100th anniversary program booklet are now being solicited. Anyone wishing to participate is asked to call Major Sheryl Hershey at 655-5947 or by e-mail at sheryl.hershey@use.salvationarmy.org.

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p.m. in the parish hall before Stations to share soup, bread and fellowship. Sign up sheets may be found at the back of the Church. The practice of the faithful to abstain from eating meat on Fridays during Lent and to also fast

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religious liberty. In response to this request the parish will celebrate the regular weekday Mass at 8:00 a.m. on Friday, March 30. Immediately following Mass will be Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament until 11:45 a.m. During that time the Rosary will be prayed. At 11:45 a.m. those in attendance will pray Mid Day Prayer and then close with Benediction of the Most Blessed Sacrament. Sign-up Sheets for spe-

cific Adoration times can be found at the back of the Church. During the season of Lent the Parish Community will be collecting non-perishable food and grocery items for the needy in the local area. All donations will be taken to the Pittston Area Food Pantry, housed in the Seton Catholic building. Donated items may be placed in the baskets at the entrances to our Church.

Rehearsals for the Adult Choir will be held on Wednesdays from 7:00-8:00 p.m. Michael Sowa, Director of Music Ministry, invites all current members as well as those who are interested in joining for the first time. The Adult Choir will sing Masses and services during the Easter Triduum. Rehearsals for the Children’s Choir will be held on See FAITH, Page 20

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Sunday mornings immediately after the 10:30 a.m. Mass. The Children’s Choir will sing for the 10:30 a.m. Mass on Easter Sunday. If you have questions about either the Adult Choir or Children’s Choir, please see Michael after any Mass or call him at 8812301. The dates, sites and speakers are now in place for Road to Resurrection. The fourth step on the journey will be this Wednesday, March 21 at St. Joseph Marello Parish, Our Lady of Mount Carmel worship site with Fr. Louis Grippe, Most Precious Blood, Hazelton; and the final step will be on Wednesday, March 28 at St John the Evangelist with Fr. Philip Altavilla, St. Peter’s Cathedral. All Masses begin at 7:00 p.m. and all are invited to walk this journey together. Introductory Yoga classes will be offered free of charge to determine if there is interest. Call the parish office at 654-0263 for more information. Gentle Yoga is for seniors. Learn to breathe, move, strengthen, renew, relax. Join us for this gentle yoga practice designed to increase awareness, flexibility, strength and relaxation. Bring a yoga mat and blanket. No prior experience needed. Class date: Monday, March 19. Class time: 9:30-10:30 a.m. All children of the parish are invited to meet the Easter Bunny and participate in an Easter egg hunt on Saturday, March 31, at 10:00 a.m. Carolyn Moscatelli has volunteered to chair this event. Registration forms have been distributed at Religious Education Classes as well as being available in the back of the Church for those children not yet in school or who are enrolled in parochial or private school. There will be a planning meeting on Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. in the parish hall. All are welcome. The address for the parish webpage is: www.eucharist-pittston.org. You will find links to the Schedule for Liturgical Ministers, our weekly bulletins, monthly calendars, upcoming events and additional information.

The parish hopes that you will find the information useful and easily accessible. Sunday, April 15 at 2:00 p.m. the parish will celebrate a Mass of Healing. During the Mass the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick will be celebrated. A light reception will follow in the parish hall. On Tuesday, April 17 there will be an Evening of Reflection for all adult Liturgical Ministers. The evening will run from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. Rediscovering the Journey of Faith is April 28 from a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Fatima Renewal Center, Dalton. Guest presenter: St. Joseph Oblate Father Paul A. McDonnell, who will lead participants in a program of preparation for the Year of Faith, roclaimed by Pope Benedict XVI that will begin in October. The day will address how faith-centered persons can deepen their own faith before sharing it with others. Those involved in parish ministries and anyone seeking to deepen his/her faith are encouraged to attend. Includes the Sacrament of Reconciliation and celebration of

Mass. Fee: $30, includes lunch. To register, call Fatima Center at 563-8500. Check out the parish Facebook page for all the latest information. The address is www.facebook.com/OLEPARISH. On the first Friday of each month Communion is brought to those who are unable to participate in Sunday Mass because of age or health. The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick is celebrated with anyone seriously ill, anticipating a serious operation, or quite elderly. PRINCE OF PEACE PARISH Old Forge St. Mary’s Church, Lawrence Street, Saturday Vigil 4 p.m. Sunday, Mass 8 and 10 a.m. St. Lawrence Church, Main Street, Saturday Vigil 5:30 p.m. Sunday Mass 11:15 a.m. SACRED HEART OF JESUS Lackawanna Ave., Dupont The mass schedule for the week is Monday through Friday at 7:00 a.m., Saturday at 7:30

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The Senior Outreach Committee will meet on March 20 at 7 p.m. in the lower level meeting room. The Choir will meet on Thursday, March 22 from 6:30 p.m to 7:30 p.m in the choir loft. New members are welcome. If you would like to join the choir, come to the practice. Girl Scouts will meet on March 26 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the lower level meeting room of the rectory. Bible Study at Sacred Heart will be held on March 28 at 7 p.m. in the lower level meeting room of the rectory. All are invited. See FAITH, Page 25

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ST. JOHN’S P.M. CHURCH 316 Main St., Avoca Sunday Service 10:00 a.m. Tuesday Bible Study 6:007:30 p.m. ST. MARIA GORETTI Laflin Road, Laflin, PA. 18702 42redwood@comcast.net www.stmariagoretti-laflin.org Communal Penance Services: Monday, March 26 at St. Monica Church, West Wyoming; Thursday, March 29 at St. Maria Goretti and Tuesday, April 1 St. at John the Evangelist, Pittston, all at 7:00 p.m. Living Stations will be presented by the children of the parish on April 6, at 7:00 p.m. If your child would like to take

part contact Michelle Pinto at 905-5713. Troop 485 Scout parents are having a bake sale after all masses today, March 18. Mass schedule: Saturday 4:30 p.m. Sunday 8:30 & 11:00 a.m. Stations of the cross Fridays during lent 7:00 p.m. Confessions 3:30 to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday There will be an important meeting for all parents of children receiving First Holy Communion at 9:30am on April 15. It is important to attend so all are informed of upcoming events. Troop 485 scout parents plan to hold a bake sale after all Masses today. A variety of items will be available for purchase. Living Stations portrayed by the children of the parish is April 6, at 7:00 p.m. If your child would like to take part in this service please contact Michelle Pinto A.S.A.P. at 905-5713. Every Friday during Lent we will have Mass and Stations of the Cross at7:00pm. There will be no8:00 a.m. Mass on Fridays during Lent. There will be no First Friday Mass on Good Friday. Summer festival volunteers are being recruited. Anyone needing community service hours can contact the office 655-8956.

ST. MARY’S POLISH NATIONAL CATHOLIC CHURCH 200 Stephenson St. Duryea Rev. Fr. Carmen G. Bolock, Pastor SAINT MONICA’S CHURCH 363 West 8th Street, West Wyoming, PA 18644 Office Hours - 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Mon. – Fri. Phone: 570-693-1991 Email: olos363@verizon.net website: www.stmonicanepa.com. Father Leo J. McKernan, Pastor Mr. William Jenkins, Deacon Mass Schedule: Saturday Vigil: 4:00 p.m. OLOS Sunday: 8:30 a.m. STJ; 11:00 a.m. OLOS Daily Mass at OLOS Mon-Tues-Fri: 7:00 a.m. (Please note: no Wed. a.m. Mass); Thurs: 7:00 p.m. Thurs: 7:00 p.m. No Bible Study until after Lent. Lenten Schedule: Stations of the Cross: Friday, 7:00 p.m. at OLOS site on March 16 and 23 Living Stations of the Cross: March 29 and 30 at 7:30 p.m. (OLOS) Lenten Penance Service: See FAITH, Page 28

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ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST PARISH COMMUNITY 35 William Street Phone: 654-0053 Pittston St. John The Evangelist Parish Community will hold the annual Ethnic Heritage Dinner from 1:30 to 4 p.m. today, March 18, at the Seton Catholic cafeteria. Parishioners are invited to prepare foods representative of their eth-

ST JOHN’S LUTHERAN 9 Wood St., Pittston Pastor John Castellani Organist Marcia Colleran Service begins at 9:30 a.m. Today is a Communion Sunday Organist - Marcia Colleran Lay Reader - Michelle Cherney Acolyte - Justin Peterson On Wednesday night before service the members of the congregation had a pot luck dinner served with a side of fellowship a great time was held by all.

Portals of Prayers for the months April, May and June are available and can be picked up after Service March Acolyte schedule is as follows: 18 Justin Peterson; 25 Marissa Faccipointi. Wednesday, March 21, Mid Week Lent Service 7 p.m. Sunday, March 25, Soup Sale II 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 28, Mid Week Lent Service 7 p.m. Thursday, March 29, Weekly Day School 5:30 p.m. If you would like to join this church call 655-2505 or e-mail stjohnspittston@verizon.com

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nic background to be served. This can include salads, appetizers, main entrée, vegetable, bread or dessert. Please provide a name for the dish and its ethnic background. Aluminum pans are available in the parish office to be used in serving the various dishes. The parish wants all to feel welcome even if not preparing food, bring a canned item or a monetary donation for the Food Pantry. To make reservations call the parish office at 654-0053. Parish Retreat with Father Philip Altavilla will be held March 24 to 27. Baptismal Instruction will begin 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. April 10 in the parish center. Bereavement Support Group will meet every Tuesday evening in the parish center dining room. For more information call the parish office at 654-0053. Applications for Holy Name Scholarship are in the parish center. Altar and Rosary Society meeting will be held Monday, April 2 in the church hall. The Greater Pittston Food Pantry is sponsored by the Care and Concern Committee of St. John the Evangelist Parish. Anyone in need of food is asked to call 654-9923. Distribution of food is by appointment only. The Free Health Clinic is open at 5:30 p.m. every Wednesday in the former Seton Catholic High School, and on first come first serve basis. Pediatric Health Clinic is open on the first and third Thursday of the month. Registration is held in the Seton building from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Bring your child’s immunizations records. Greater Pittston Kids Closet is open Wednesday from 9 to 11:30 a.m. and 5 to 7 p.m. The Closet accepts donations new and gently used.

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erator, used to kid his Irish friends by wearing a big beautiful green necktie…and when anyone came near to look and comment on it, Tom would flip the tie over the other side and it had on the inside the Masonic Emblem. Another feature for the day was the Pittston Police cruiser decorated with shamrocks and green ribbons. It was pleasing, however, it received criticism from callers who wanted to know if the cruiser was to be decorated for Columbus Day and St. David’s Day. As a jibe to their Irish buddies on the police force, Officer Louis Mantione and other Italian cops on the force hand pinned below their badges a tricolor flag inscribed “Italy” At the Sweetland Mid-Town Restaurant, Officer “Bing” Bussacco sang Irish songs over the intercom system to the delight of patrons as waitresses adorned in green aprons emblazoned with shamrocks served lunch. It reminded many at the parties on St. Patrick’s Day when Officer Tony Levanoskie used to sing “My Wild Irish Rose” in Lithuanian.

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March 26 (Monday), 7:00 p.m. (OLOS) Biblical Walk through the Mass: During Lent on Wednesday Evenings sponsored by St. Barbara’s and St. Monica’s Father Phil Massetti, O.S.J., Father Leo McKernan, Rocco Yanora, Barbara Russo and Ray Pasavage will host it. The series will continue thru March 28 at 7:00 p.m. and is being held at St. Anthony’s Hall of St, Barbara’s Parish located on Erie Street in Exeter. All are welcome. Beginning the week after Easter on Thursday, April12 and continuing thru the Thursday before Pentecost, May 24, St. Monica’s Parish will be teaching a seminar entitled, “Life in the Spirit.” Each Thursday after the 7:00 p.m. Mass, there will be a teaching on the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit. This sevenweek seminar will lead to a deeper knowledge and relationship with Jesus and a living sense of God’s presence in our life through the gift of the Holy Spirit. For more information call Fr. McKernan at 693-1991 or email at monicaww@verizon.net. Registration is necessary in order to know how to prepare for the seminar. St. Monica Parish Men’s Group Retreat: This weekend retreat will be held on the weekend of June 1-3 at Mount Saviour Monastery located between Elmira and Corning, New York. To learn more about the Monks and the Monastery, go to www.msaviour.org. For information about the retreat or to make reservations contact Father McKernan at 6931991 or email at monica.ww@verizon.net. Contact Joe Lisewski at 693-3366 (home) or his cell at 466-6099. His email is joelisewski@aol.com. Group size is limited and reservations will be on a first-come basis. Bake Sale: St. Monica’s will be hosting a Bake Sale on March 31 and April 1. Anyone wishing to contribute your favorite baked goods can drop the off in the Church Hall on Saturday, March 31 at 1:00 p.m. Please wrap and label them. March 18 – Vacation Bible

School Registration after 11:00 a.m. Mass March 19 – Fundraising Committee at 7:00 p.m. in Church Hall SAINT PETER’S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 100 Rock Street, Hughestown Stpeters_elc@yahoo.com 654-1009 Confirmation class 9:00 a.m. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Worship service 10:00 a.m. Communion Apr. 5 - Maundy Thursday service 7:00 p.m. Apr. 6 - Good Friday service 7:00 p.m. Apr. 8 - Easter Sunday Service 9:00 a.m. St. Peter’s Lutheran Church Women are selling nut and poppy seed rolls for $8.00 each. Place an order by calling Pam 213-2829. Margaret 451-0526 or Lois 654-4948. Today, March18 is the last day to order. Pick-up date is April 4 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm QUEEN OF THE APOSTLES PARISH 715 Hawthorne St. (570) 457-3412 stmarysavoca@verizon.net www.stmaryavoca.4lpi.com Daily Masses: 8 a.m. (Wednesday at 7 p.m.) Eucharistic Adoration: Tuesdays from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Miraculous Medal Novena: Wednesday following the 7 p.m. Mass Weekends Masses: Saturday at 4 p.m.; Sunday at 8, 9:30, 11 a.m. Confession: Saturdays 3-3:45 p.m.; anytime upon request by calling 457-3412. In addition to its regularly scheduled time on Saturdays at 3:15 p.m., the Sacrament of Reconciliation will be also be available from 7 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, April 4 at Queen of the Apostles Parish at St. Mary’s Church, 715 Hawthorne St. Prayer Chain: 457-5867 Queen of the Apostles Parish will pray the Stations of the Cross at 7 p.m. Fridays during Lent at St. Mary’s Church. The Lady of Sorrows Rosary Group will lead the Rosary at 6:30 p.m. The parish is currently selling the April Fools edition of their Pot of Gold Match the Daily Number raffle tickets. For just $10 per ticket, you will have a

chance to win $75 daily and $100 on Fridays throughout April. There will also be bonus days throughout the month. To purchase a ticket call the rectory at 457-3412, and it will be mailed to you. The parish youth group will meet at 6:30 p.m. March 25 in the rectory, 715 Hawthorne St. New members are always welcome. For more information, please call Lori Ostrowski at 457-8840. The parish’s worship committee will meet at 7 p.m. on Monday, March 19 in the rectory. The parish’s social concerns committee will meet at 8:30 p.m. on Monday, March 19 in the rectory. Queen of the Apostles Parish will have its annual spring chicken dinner from noon to 4 p.m. today, Sunday, March18, in SS. Peter and Paul’s Church auditorium, located in the lower level of the church, 1000 Main St. The dinner includes a half chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, vegetable, homemade coleslaw, rolls and butter, homemade dessert and beverages. Takeouts will be available at 11 a.m. In addition to the dinner, there will also be a raffle with great prizes from area businesses. Tickets are $9 for adults and $4 for children 12 years of age and younger. To purchase tickets, call the rectory at 457-3412. The parish worship committee will meet at 7 p.m. on Monday, March 19 in the rectory. The parish social concerns committee will meet at 8:30 p.m. on Monday, March 19 in the rectory. Several Protestant and Catholic churches in Avoca, Duryea, Old Forge and Moosic will celebrate ecumenical services at 7 p.m. Tuesdays throughout Lent. The next service is Tuesday, March 20 at the Moosic United Methodist Church, 609 Main St., Moosic, where the Rev. Carmen Bolock, pastor St. Mary’s Polish National Catholic Church, Duryea, will be the speaker. The parish has gone green! Any person who would like to drop off aluminum cans may place them in a container in the empty bay of St. Mary’s Rectory garage which will be open on the weekend during Mass times: Saturday at 4 p.m. and Sunday at 8, 10, and 11 a.m. To have your cans picked up, call Jason at 3515062. Become a fan of the parish

Facebook page today! You can join it by typing in “Queen of the Apostles Parish, Avoca, PA” in the search bar at www.facebook.com. And then clicking on the “like” button once you arrive at the page. The parish will have the fifth annual St. Mary’s Classic golf tournament at 1 p.m. on Sunday, May 6 at Pine Hills golf course, Taylor. The cost, which is $80 per player, includes golf, food and prizes. For more information, contact the parish office at 457-3412, Jimbo McMahon at jimmcmahon1@verizon.net or John Soy at johnsoy@comcast.net . Anyone who is interested in renting St. Mary’s School for child care, parties, or other useful activities is invited to call the rectory at 457-3412 to learn more about this opportunity. SECOND PRESBYTERIAN 143 Parsonage St., Pittston Mar 18 - 9:30 a.m. Sunday School, 11 a.m. Worship Mar 20 – 6 p.m. Mission committee, 7 p.m. Christian Ed, 7 p.m. AA meeting Mar 21– 6:30 p.m. choir rehearsal Mar 22 – 11 a.m. Scripture, soup and sandwich TRINITY EPISCOPAL CHURCH Spring Street and Montgomery Avenue, West Pittston Parish Mission: “To live and build holy community.” All welcome: Worldwide Anglican Communion: “We believe in one holy, Catholic apostolic church.” Web of information and links at www.trinityepiscopalchurchwestpittston.org and www.diobeth.org. Sunday Holy Eucharist: 11 a.m. every Sunday. Food Pantry: March item needed is cereal. Gerrity’s gift cards, cash donations and other non-perishable foods also accepted. Prayernetwork. Open To Public. Daily prayer for those with needs requesting prayerful support. Start Prayernetwork at parish office 654-3261. Youth Program: 10:45 a.m. every Sunday. Weekday special events and service projects as announced. Faith Forum for Adults: Enrichment for adults seeking spiritual renewal and opportunities

for ministry and volunteerism. Parish Life Events Team: Bimonthly first Sundays. Parish Council: Every second Sunday. Women of Trinity: Every third Sunday. WOT Ministry Invitation. The Women of Trinity have undertaken a ministry to help support Good Shepherd Episcopal Church of Scranton in their outreach to the homeless of the region. Each month after enjoying a home cooked meal at Good Shepherd all who have needs may “shop” for necessities like clothing, shoes, toiletries in a store-like setting in the church’s refurbished basement of donated items. The Women of Trinity have supported this ministry by delivering donations of clothing, new undergarments and socks and toiletries to the Scranton church. WOT will continue to collect trial size and hotel toiletries and invites the parish community to join with them in helping the less fortunate. Donations of trial size and sample size toiletries are welcome. Party and Banquet Space. Newly renovated banquet room and kitchen. All Day Rental $100. Reservations at 654-3261. Music Together Classes: Fun and music for infants and children through age five accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Next semester starts in April 10. Visit www.musictogether.com for details or call 654-3261. UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Broad & Church Sts. Pittston Rev. Dr. Michael Turner Sunday Worship Service: 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Holy Communion: 1st Sunday each month Choir Rehearsal: Thursdays at 7 p.m. unless told otherwise United Methodist Women: 2nd Monday unless told otherwise Websitewww.umcpittston.org Phone 655-4340 Today is the last day to place orders for Easter Eggs. For additional information or to place an order call 655-4340 leave a message if no answer and someone will return your call. On Wednesday, March 21, the Ad Council will meet at 7 p.m.

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Meredith Cosgrove, Wyoming, and her children, preschooler Maryn and her brother, kindergartener Patrick, are greeted by Holy Rosary Principal Kathleen Gilmartin as classes resumed at Holy Rosary School. PHOTOS BY TONY CALLAIO

your incredible efforts, which exemplify God’s love and our call to servant-leadership here in the Diocese of Scranton,” said Bishop Bambera. The bishop especially thanked Fr. Phil Sladicka, pastor of Queen of the Apostles Parish at St. Mary’s Church, Avoca, for getting the former St. Mary’s Church ready for the student transfer. “This is one of our flagship schools,” he said. “It’s a great, great institution where children have been educated for years and years and years. Quite simply put, it just was worth the investment.” As for the students, they are glad to be back. Such is the case with eight-grader Kayla Jones. “It’s extremely exciting and a lot of us have been here since preschool and we miss our home,” said Jones. “It’s absolutely amaz-

Eighth-grader Kayla Jones, far right, gives her stamp of approval on being back at Holy Rosary School.

ing to be back. I couldn’t ask for anything more. Our school is absolutely beautiful now and it’s way better… it’s amazing!” Luzerne County Intermediate Unit Reading Specialist Doris Brady, of West Pittston, was not only displaced with her job, but flooding overtook her home, as

well, as she indicated she probably will not be back into her house until July. “Holy Rosary is amazing,” she said. “The teachers, everybody in the school, the kids, and even though my house isn’t done, I’m home. So it’s nice; it’s nice I’m home here.”

Luckily for Holy Rosary School, St. Mary’s School in Avoca, even though unoccupied, was able to accommodate all of the students from the Duryea parochial school. “It was different (being at St. Mary’s), but at least we had a place to be with the kids and the school wasn’t so much the building, but it was the sense of family that everybody had,” added Brady. Office secretary Cindy Terrani is glad to be back. “We are picking up were we left off and it felt wonderful moving back,” she said. The week’s activities culminated Thursday with an Open House for families and friends to tour the facility. “Someone told me that crisis and opportunity are the same word in Chinese and I believe that to be true,” offered Gilmartin.

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Holy Rosary School in Duryea finally opened its doors this past week to 283 smiling faces as students poured into the school’s auditorium after being displaced from the building after it was flooded in September 2011. Leading those rejoicing was the school’s Principal Kathleen Gilmartin. Gilmartin stood outside the school’s front door, welcoming everyone back and, in doing so, naming each child as they entered the building. Fifth-grader Grace Berlew, of West Pittston, stopped to give Gilmartin a huge hug. School bus after school bus arrived before the 7:45 a.m. start time and it was evident by the expressions on the faces of the returning students felt like they were finally home after a sixmonth journey. “What I have seen here is that the kids are the model,” said Gilmartin. “They have been extremely resilient; the bouncing around is kind of part of the learning experience. Resiliency is a life skill that’s extremely important and these children have learned that skill, as have their parents. The support we have had has been wonderful.” Once in their homerooms, students settled in by beginning the day, as they normally do, with morning prayers. David Tigue, music teacher, recited prayers over the school’s public address system. Once finished, he asked the students, “Who’s glad to be back?” The students answered back with a resounding, “WE ARE!” that could be heard thundering throughout the school. Bishop Joseph C. Bambera, D.D., J.C.L. celebrated the 9 a.m. Mass at Holy Rosary Church adjacent to the school, in front of students, staff, clergy, family and friends, expressing this thanks to all involved in getting the school up and running again. “To everyone who worked so hard to make this day possible from our students, families, teachers, staff, pastors and diocesan leadership to the architects, engineers and construction workers, and especially to our principal, Kathy Gilmartin thank you. We are grateful for

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Hughestown Ambulance subscriptions due April 1 The Hughestown Hose Company’s annual Ambulance Subscription Drive is underway and ends April 1. The drive is designed to help with operating expenses for the borough’s ambulance, such as the purchasing and maintenance of instruments, radios, rescue tools, and specialized patient transport gear The Ambulance members maintain their vehicle with certified and highly trained personnel and are on call 24- hours a day, seven days a week and 365 days a year. Each residence and business in the borough is asked to donate $25 to the 2012 Ambulance Subscription Drive. Each subscription allows a household or business unlimited emergency service in Hughestown. The service will accept insurance reimbursements for hospital transport as full payment. Non-subscribers, however, will be responsible for full payment which may cost $1,000. Also, subscribers to the drive

will not need to be a member of any other ambulance association or company. The Subscription program is not an insurance contract or solicitation for insurance premiums. Subscriptions are not refundable and they cannot be transferred. The start date for the Subscription program is April 1, 2012 and the $25 covers one year until April 1, 2013. Subscriptions received after the April 1 start date will begin at the time the payment is received. Please make returns by April 1. Checks can be made payable to “Hughestown Hose Company” and returned to the Hose Company at 30 Center Street, Hughestown, PA 18640. The members express sincere gratitude to all residents and businesses that support this annual major fund raiser. You make the borough safer with your contribution.

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Earth Day poster contest for grades 1-4 The Lower Lackawanna Valley Sanitary Authority is sponsoring its third annual Earth Day Poster Contest in April to honor Earth Day, April 22. Old Forge, Riverside, Holy Rosary Pittston Area School District have agreed to participate again this year. Students in grades one through four draw a poster representing Earth Day. A representative of LLVSA will judge the contest and saving bonds will be awarded to the winners. Each grade of each school will have one first place, one second place and 10 third-place winners. The judging will take place during the two weeks before Earth Day April 22. For the past two years, students have won almost $30,000 in savings bonds. For more information, call 655-1665.

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PERSONS OF THE YEAR

Dispatch names ‘Our Flooded Neighbors’ Annual honor goes to those flooded in Sept. and fighting back By Jack Smiles

Associate Editor

One of the nominees for the 12th Greater Pittston Person of the year was a person who helped feed, house and counsel hundreds of flood victims after the Flood of 2011. That nominee declined the honor and suggested a better honoree. Weren’t, the nominee asked, the real Greater Pittston Persons of the Year the folks whose homes, businesses and lives were radically changed by the flood? We agreed. And so it is that “Our Flooded Neighbors” were selected the 2011 Greater Pittston Persons of the Year. As there are thousands of Flooded Neighbors, the Dispatch selected three families – one each from Duryea, Jenkins Township and West Pittston – and one business, GT Fabrications in Pittston, and told their stories in a January issue. Representing Duryea was Ann Edwards. Her home on Chittenden Street, the street visited by Vice-President Joe Biden, was flooded with seven feet of water from the Lackawanna River. Representing West Pittston was Lauren Holweg. Her home at 22 Philadelphia Avenue took on 5 1/2 feet of water from the Susquehanna River. Representing Jenkins Township was Vito Quaglia. His home on River Road had 7 1/2 feet. Representing business owners was Geno Tighe, of GT Fabrications on Bennett Street near Towpath Court. The plant was totally inundated with 15 feet of water. GT – a high-powered metal fabrication and powder coating company owned by the Tighe family – lost more than $2 million worth of equipment when the Flood of 2011 devastated the 35,000 square foot building. The three families and GT Fabrications are different from many of Our Flooded Neighbors in that they have restored their homes and businesses and are eiSee NEIGHBORS, Page 35

The Holweg family of West Pittston, from left: Lauren, Sarah, 11, Erika, 8, and Bill, were featured in the Dispatch in January as representatives of the marvelous spirit of Our Flooded Neighbors. PHOTO BY BILL TARUTIS

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ther back in them or on the verge of moving back in. GT is back at work, though not to its pre-flood level of business. Moving back is not an option for many. There are still hundreds of homes unoccupied, some of which will never be lived in again and eventually demolished. Over 1,400 residences and 60 businesses were affected. West Pittston was number one of the flood hit list with approximately 880 homes and 26 businesses flooded to varying degrees from basement only to16 homes which had water up to the second floor flooding. Duryea was number two with 339 homes flooded at least 12 of which had foundation damage. In Jenkins Township “only” 91 homes were affected but many of those have major structural damage, especially in the Patch section of Port Blanchard which was one of the most damaged concentrated areas of all. Most of those homes remain unoccupied. In Exeter Township, 36 single family homes, one multi-family building, 37 mobile homes and three businesses were flooded, a total of 77 among them 32 mobile homes which were destroyed. Exeter Borough estimated 28-30 homes affected on Susquehanna Avenue with basement and first floor flooding. In Pittston City, 16 businesses received basement flooding. Four homes on Towpath were flooded. One is unsafe and will be demolished. Another 8-10 homes on the other side of North Main got basement water. Wyoming had seven homes on Susquehanna Ave and one business in Bridge Plaza affected. Of the homes five had basement damage and two first floor. Beginning with the January issue when Our Flooded Neighbors were announced as the persons of the Year for 2011 the Dispatch asked flood victims to submit their names to a list of Persons of the Year which is published here today. Close to 600 entries were received representing families, businesses and a church. It adds up to about 2,000 individuals, and let’s not forget, many pets as well. The folks on this list, and the pets, too, are a strong representation of the Flooded Neighbors of Greater Pittston. Past recipients of the Greater Pittston Person of the Year beginning with the year 2000 are: Mike Lombardo, Lori Nocito, Frank Bartoli, Our Fighting Men and Women, Ron D’Eliseo, Father Paul McDonnell; William, John, Joseph and David Joyce; Monsignor John Bendik, Peggy Burke, Trooper Joshua Miller and Richie Kossuth.

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he devastation caused by the September flooding in Greater Pittston prompted the Sunday Dispatch to name “Our Flooded Neighbors” as Greater Pittston Persons of the Year for 2011. The way they handled adversity and took on the daunting task of rebuilding their homes and their lives – all while extending a helping hand to their own flooded neighbors and all with smiles on their faces and dignity in their actions – made those who were flooded true heroes of the past year. To make the honor more individual, the Dispatch asked those flooded to submit their names for publication. Following is that list. We realize the list is incomplete but trust that those who wanted to see their names in print took advantage of this opportunity which was publicized and available for more than a month. The Dispatch intends to have the list of names inscribed on a plaque to be permanently displayed in a suitable public location. With that in mind, we invite those whose names do not appear but wish to be included to contact us. We also will oblige anyone who wishes to make a change in their listing. Send all requests to Judy Minsavage at jminsavage@psdispatch.com or feel free to call her at 570-602-0178.

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PERSONS OF THE YEAR – OUR FLOODED NEIGHBORS

Char Maroni, owner of Char & Company Salon & Spa, stands in front of her business at 234 Wyoming Avenue in West Pittston. During the September flood, her home on Susquehanna Avenue took on more than 8 feet of water and her business was closed after taking on a foot of water on the first flood. The building housing her salon and spa is considered one of the oldest in West Pittston. PHOTO BY BILL TARUTIS

Comes back strong in one of oldest homes Charlene Maroni and husband John had to re-build home and Char & Company salon By Jack Smiles

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n the immediate aftermath of the Flood of 2011 – while many people from flooded homes agonized over what to do and despaired of putting their houses back together – Charlene Maroni knew what to do. Last September, standing in the gutted parlor of her home on Philadelphia and Susquehanna avenues in West Pittston which a week earlier had been under 8 1/2 of water, she said, “I love this house. And it’s going to be nice again.”

Today, as Charlene put it, “With the ceiling and everything underneath it replaced,” the house is nice again. It has new floors, walls, cabinets, furniture, windows, electric system, and furnace. Her determination to rebuild was fueled by her young love for what she called her dream house. She and her husband John had been in the house only 10 months when the flood hit. Using their own savings as seed money parlayed with a flood insurance settlement the Maronis hired RK Construction to do most of the work. “We ended up with a great group of guys,” she said of the RK

crew. “They did custom tile, custom thresholds, a custom fireplace.” While the dream home was restored, another dream was lost in the flood. Just two months before the flood the Maronis had paid $3,000 for Charlene’s dream baby grand piano. The water reduced the piano to a pile of rubble. Hoping to change their luck, they replaced the original polished ivory piano with one of polished ebony. Charlene said from the day the water receded her plan never wavered. “We were fortunate to be in best area of the best town. I wouldn’t give that up.”

While Charlene’s house was taking on eight feet of water on Susquehanna Avenue, her business in West Pittston got a foot on the first floor. That was enough to put her salon, Char and Company, temporarily out of business. In two weeks, with the business moved to the second floor, Char and Company was the first affected business to reopen in West Pittston. Charlene said the area around the business – at what was West Pittston’s preflood hot corner of Luzerne and WyomSee CHAR, Page 39

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Char Maroni, owner of Char & Company Salon & Spa, holds a historical marker and address number that were attached to her building before the September 2011 flood. PHOTOS BY BILL TARUTIS

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ing Avenues – was eerily pitch black at night. Nothing else was open. It’s not surprising that the building housing Char and Company withstood the flood; it’s been through a few of them. The building is one of the oldest, if not the oldest, in West Pittston. Evidence of the building’s provenience is a 1957 newspaper story wherein iconic Pittston historian the late Charlie McCarthy said the building, known as the

Polen House, was standing in 1851 when the land was sold to the West Pittston Land Association. The building has been considerably altered by add-ons and remodeling and was even moved once. The only architectural hints of its age left are basement beams of hand-hewn logs with axe chop marks. Charlene said when she bought the buidlng in 2002 there was a plaque on it dating it to 1831, but it’s not likely that old. Mary Portelli of the West Pittston Historical Society said the society considers the Newry House on Exeter Avenue across

A few of the hand-hewn wooden timber beams beneath the first floor of Char & Company Salon & Spa at 234 Wyoming Avenue in West Pittston.

from Nardone’s Restaurant by the railroad tracks the oldest house in West Pittston. It was constructed by Thomas Jenkins, who was a 16-year-old boy during the Battle of Wyoming. From Portelli’s email:

“I do believe a portion of the old Polen home does still exist. I don’t think that it is the oldest existing property in West Pittston, though. The Luzerne County Historical Society has since sold the Newry House to private own-

ers but LCHS did have a historical architect examine the house before the sale. In the architect’s opinion, the house is not quite as old as 1790 but I believe he dated it around 1820, some years before the Polen Home.”

A T T Y. J O S E P H S A P O R I T O S R .

The man for whom the Lifetime of Service Award is named time of Service Award. The first award was presented by Pittston Mayor Michael Lombardo, its cosponsor along with the Dispatch. It was accepted by Saporito’s widow, Yolanda “Dolly” Saporito, who has since passed, and his sons, Carlo Saporito and Atty. Joseph Saporito Jr. “My dad’s life was nothing but service,” said Joseph Jr. at the time. “Although it was not an elected office, he saw his profession as an attorney as one of public service. Our home telephone number was always published in the phone book and he’d take every call, no matter what time it came.” “And there’s no way of telling how much legal service he did without charge,” added Carlo. “He was very concerned about the underprivileged. We’ll always remember the one client, an elderly Italian woman, whom he went to see at her home and communicated with in Italian. When she asked his fee, he said, ‘You

remind me so much of my mother, how can I charge you?’ Actually, I never remember him asking anyone for money.” Both sons said that, to their father, service began with service to God. “My dad would always say he felt best when he was walking out of church after attending Mass,” Carlo said. “And both Joe and I have memories of him walking in the hallway at night saying the Rosary. He said it every day and when he was in the hospital the rosary had to be right by his bed.” Saporito continued to serve his clients right up to his death, at age 82. “The day before he went to the hospital,” Carlo said, “he called me into our law library. ‘You know that case everyone gave up on?’ he said. ‘Well, I found an answer for it.’ ” “He never treated me any different than a son,” said Atty. Sam Falcone Jr., a partner in the Saporito Law Firm. “I consider myself extremely fortunate to have had See SAPORITO, Page 42

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“Joe’s accomplishments in life are those to which many strive by few achieve,” reads the plaque in the Luzerne County Law Library in memory of Atty. Joseph Saporito, Sr. who passed away in 2001. “However,” the plaque continues, “his greatness, and perhaps most memorable quality was his genuine sense of kindness. He was a man of tremendous generosity and honor who never forgot from where he came.” This man of “tremendous generosity and honor” – Atty. Joseph Saporito Sr. – was honored posthumously in 2002 as the recipient of the first Sunday Dispatch Greater Pittston Lifetime of Service Award. The presentation took place at the Dispatch Person of the Year reception at St. Anthony’s Center in Exeter. The award was not only presented in Saporito’s memory, but was also named after him. Future recipients have received the Atty. Joseph Saporito Sr. Greater Pittston Life-

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ALL THE BEST TO OUR NEIGHBORS WHO ARE REBUILDING THEIR HOMES AND BUSINESSES AFTER SEPTEMBER’S FLOODING AND CONGRATULATIONS TO FRED DeSANTO THE JOSEPH F. SAPORITO “LIFETIME OF SERVICE AWARD”

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JOSEPH SAPORITO LIFETIME OF SERVICE AWARD

He’s Little League’s biggest friend By Jack Smiles

Associate Editor

There is no bigger advocate of Little League than Fred DeSanto. For his 40-year long devotion to Little League baseball DeSanto was selected as the 11th Joseph Saporito Lifetime of Service Award recipient. From the day in 1975 when DeSanto threw an old tire to determine where home plate would be on the Little League field he and the township volunteers would build on an old dump to today as DeSanto works to get his latest dream, Victory baseball, recognized as an official Little League division, Little League has been his passion. When a Pittston Township Little League was originally formed in 1962 a field was laid out on a rough patch of Orioles’ Park, the public address system was the hose company’s bull horn and the outfield was ringed with a rickety old highway snow fence. The league folded after one season. Some 12 years later at Christmastime in 1974 Fred DeSanto, who had been a player during that 1962 season, was the Pittston Township Municipal manager. He had two nephews, six and nine years old, and that gave him the idea to reform a Pittston Township Little League. The next February, 12 to 15 men met at the Pittston Township hose company to form the league. They asked DeSanto to be president. He was reluctant. After all, he was only 24 years old and really wanted to be a team manager, but they talked

With a portrait of the late Atty. Joseph Saporito Sr. on the wall of the Saporito law office in Pittston behind him, Fred DeSanto accepts the Joseph Saporito Lifetime of Service Award from Carlo, left, and Atty. Joseph Saporito Jr. as Judy Minsavage, right, represents the Sunday Dispatch. PHOTO BY TONY CALLAIO

him into being president It’s a good thing they did, because the one-time reluctant Little League president turned into biggest advocate and innovator for Little League the Greater Pittston area has ever known. Under his leadership the Pittston Township Little League

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the opportunity, honor and benefit of working with him.” A U.S. Navy officer in World War II and the youngest mayor of Pittston when elected in 1953, Saporito is credited with initiating the first redevelopment of the city he loved so much. “My father was very modest,” Joseph Jr. added. “He always

said, ‘Don’t tell anyone what you have accomplished. What you have accomplished will speak louder than your words.’ ” The memory of Atty. Joseph Saporito Sr. lives on in the award bearing his name and the spirit of Atty. Joseph Saporito Sr. lives on in the recipients of the Lifetime of Service Award.

built a field without a penny of grant money. The field, appropriately, now bears DeSanto’s name. Within 11 years, the league and field were so highly regarded they were selected to host the state all-star tournament. In 1991, Pittston Township was the first league in NEPA to form a Challenger League for handicapped players. In 1995,DeSanto was recognized for all his work by being named District 31 Administrator. The district was the largest in the state. Under DeSanto’s leadership District 31 has been an innovative force. He instituted background checks for league volunteers, shepherded the district through a split creating Districts 31 and 16 and put in a GPS program where 9-1-1 has the exact

latitude and longitude and address of all 131 District 31/16 fields. His latest venture is Victory Sports. It sprang from a 25th reunion of Challenger players last April. When DeSanto introduced the former players, now adults 20 to 25 years old, they chanted “we want to play.” A game was played and since then there has been a baseball game weekly from mid-August to late October and a weekly basketball game at West Side Tech in the winter. “We’re in negotiations with Little League to make it an official division for handicapped adults,” he said. “What we started could go international. We have the template. We’ll know in a month or two. Some day in Europe handicapped adults may play and it will be due to our

idea.” Evidence of DeSanto’s unbounded love of Little League baseball is this: he never had any kids of his own. Yet in an era when most volunteers come and go with their children, DeSanto is coming up on 40 years of devotion to Little League. The Lifetime of Service Award was initiated by the Sunday Dispatch in 2001 and Atty. Joseph Saporito Sr. was honored posthumously. The next year his family came forward to sponsor future awards and it became known as the Joseph Saporito Lifetime of Service Award. The recipients of the Saporito beginning in 2002 were: Tom “Kubby” Kobeski, Charles “Cugsy” Adonizio, Betty Miller, Warren Pollard, Janet Delaney, Joseph Tavaglione, James Steer, Maria Caporella-Montante and Alan and Ann Rose.

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Those with the name of Joseph or Josephine, left to right: Joseph Manganaro, Josephine Fasciana, Judge Joseph Augello, Fr. Joseph Sibliano, Fr. Joseph Adonizio, Josephine Lazzari, Josephine Hatrack, Joseph Adonizio, Peter Joseph Adonizio, Joseph Sperraza, honored at St. Joseph's Table event. PHOTOS BY TONY CALLAIO

St. Joseph’s Table recreated at Mt. Carmel Church Hall The Table of St. Joseph was recreated at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church Hall sponsored by the St. Joseph’s Senior Social Club on Thursday evening. Mt. Carmel Pastor is Fr. Joseph Sibliano. “La Tavola di San Guiseppe,” in Italian, the table Sicilian tradition dates back to the Middle Ages. It was brought to New Orleans by Sicilian immigrants in gratitude to St. Joseph for answering prayers for deliverance from a severe draught that resulted in a famine. A three tier altar representing the Holy Trinity and Holy Family was assembled with various foods such as breads, pasta, fruits, vegetables, pastry and the fava bean. In Sicily, the fava bean was grown for fodder for cattle but because of its resilience it became the sustaining food during the famine. Rev. Joseph Sibliano, pastor of St. Joseph Marello Church blessed the altar, tables and bread. Peter, Alicia and Joseph Adonizio represented the Holy Family. Members of the club and attendees named Joseph or Josephine were recognized in honor of their feast day. The food for the altar and luncheon was being prepared by members and guests.

The Adonizio family, left to right, Joseph, Alicia and PJ Adonizio, represent the Holy Family at the St. Joseph's Table ceremony.

St. Joseph's Senior Social Club officers, left to right: Maria Montante, Theresa Ormando, Rose Marie Amico, Eleanor O'Dell.

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Fr. Joe sibilano blesses the food with Joseph and PJ Adonizio.

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Shown here at a recent meeting of the Upper Valley Eye Bank are, from left, seated, Nancy Baiera, vice president, Upper Valley Eye Bank; Peggy Burke, Greater Pittston Food Bank director; Marina Martin, president, Upper Valley Eye Bank; Betty Dantone, acting secretary, Upper Valley Eye Bank. Second row, Steve Vitek, Mike Dantone, Jack Albert, Bob Jones, John Baloga, Jenkins Twp. Lions Club members.

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Jerry Boos with some of his medals and clippings from his days as a bombardier during the Korean Conflict.

The Upper Valley Eye Bank, recently met at Tony’s Pizza Pittston hosted by the Jenkins Twp. Lions Club. Peggy Burke, director of the Greater Pittston Food Pantry, accepted food donations and spoke on the local operations of the food pantry. Eyeglasses were collected and a discussion on the cornea transplant program was held. Meetings are held the first Thursday of each month. All Lions are welcome. For more information, call 655-0345.

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The system was highly accurate, but not precise, as was illustrated by the B-29 which strayed over Boos’s plane with bomb doors open. The main dangers to the B-29s were flak and Russian Mig-15 fighter jets, which could fly 650 mph to a B-29’s 250. “They were having a hard time finding us,” Boos said of the Migs. “They would come at our tail. They were a blur when they went by. I’d fire ahead of them and hope.” Though the enemy shot down 16 B-29 Superfortresses during the war, the worst of it for Boos was flak holes in the fuselage and wings, and once, a lost engine, but unlike what happened on the night of April 11, he said, “We didn’t come close to being bombed out of the sky again.” After Korea, Boos served in New Mexico training for in-flight refueling on long-distance flights with atom bomb payloads on the new B-50. The atomic bomb was loaded in the front bomb bay and the back bay was converted to a fuel tank. “We had to load the bomb and get off the ground in 15 minutes,” Boos said. “We never knew if it was real or training.” Boos was discharged in 1955. He got a two-year electrical engineering degree

from Penn State and got a job at the Bendix Corporation in Montrose as a design engineer for aircraft instrumentation panels including the Black and Apache helicopters. In 1983 he represented Bendix at the roll out of the Apache in Arizona. He retired in 1985. Boos lives on Mill Street with his wife Beverly. They have seven children, five with his late first wife, one with his current wife, one of hers. They have six grandchildren. He plays pick-up basketball at the Oblates gym. “Well I don’t play so much as they put up with me,” he said. “I’m grandfathered in.” He also plays senior softball and participated in Senior Olympics in both sports. American bombs hastened the truce in Korea signed in July of 1953, but technically as there was no armistice North and South Korea are still in a state of war. The Allies and the Russians divided Korea in to North and South at the 38th parallel as a spoil of WWII. Korea had been occupied and ruled by Japan during the WWII. The Dispatch is interested in your War Story. Call Jack Smiles at 570-602-1078 or email him at jsmiles@psdispatch.com

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Golf league forming The Pittston Senior Center is accepting applicants for the Pittston Senior Golf League at Four Season Golf Club in Exeter. The mixed league will begin on Thursday, April 19, and continue for 12 weeks. . For details and to register, contact Connie Andrews at 655-5561. Heartland Home Health & Hospice support group will meet at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, March 19. A speaker from Southern Care with present “Beyond the Soup Can” at 11:15 a.m. on Thursday, March 22. Reservations are open for the following trips. May 2, Mt. Airy Casino package includes rebate, buffet voucher and tickets to the Rat Pack Show, cost is $40; June 12, The Royal Manor Hall w/Ace in the Hole Productions includes dinner, show and cocktails; July 22, Woodlock Pines; September 9-13, Wildwood/Atlantic City, five days/ four nights at a cost of $395. For further information, contact Connie Andrews at 6555561. An AARP driver’s class will be held from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. on Monday, April 30. Cost of the class is $12 for AARP members and $14 for non-members. To be eligible for this class, participants must have taken the eighthour class previously offered. A

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Menu for week

The following is the menu for the week of March 19: Monday - Roast ham, lima beans, parsley boiled potatoes, Rye bread, peach cobbler, margarine, milk, coffee. Tuesday – Shepherd’s Pie, vegetables, garden salad w/ dressing, multi-grain dinner roll, pears margarine, milk, coffee. Wednesday – Tomato and spinach quiche, O’Brien potatoes, wheat dinner roll, citrus salad, margarine, milk, coffee. Thursday – Bag lunch Friday – Macaroni and cheese, stewed tomatoes, steamed garlic spinach, wholewheat dinner roll, banana raisin bread pudding, margarine, milk, coffee. water quality, reduce urban heat island effects, beautify communities and increase property values, reduce heating and cooling costs, and improve human health. “Commitment from municipal staff, local volunteers and community involvement is vital to sustaining our urban forest” stated Mike McHugh, president of the West Pittston Shade Tree Commission. Residents who are interested in receiving a street tree at no cost must complete an application which may be obtained by contacting Diane Mansi at 6550634 or may be picked up at the borough office during normal business hours. Residents who have removed trees and haven’t replaced them will be contacted by the West Pittston Shade Tree Commission.

PITTSTON KIWANIS & “Friends” of the Pittston Library

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Pittston Kiwanis & “Friends” of the Pittston Library Night at the Races – March 24, 2012 Purchase a horse - $10.00 per horse (Checks payable to: Pittston Kiwanis) Please respond by March 16, 2012 – for program placement

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Mail bottom portion to: Sal Bernardi c/o Golden Care, 200 Overlook Dr., Suite 235, Pittston, PA 18640 (or) Frank Thomas 11 Salem Dr., Laflin, PA 18702

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funding to target areas which have few street trees as well as to replace trees which may have been removed or damaged due to the recent flooding,” cites Diane Mansi, program coordinator of the TreeVitalize project. The TreeVitalize initiative is a response to an alarming trend of the loss of trees in Pennsylvania’s metropolitan areas. It is a public-private partnership to help restore tree cover, educate citizens about planting trees as an act of caring for our environment, and build capacity among local governments to understand, protect and restore their urban trees. Trees increase the quality of life for urban residents. They help to capture storm water and reduce runoff, improve air and

discount on insurance premium can be obtained upon completion of the class. Representatives from Sen. John Yudichak’s office will be available to assist with property tax and rent rebates on Friday, March 30. To make an appointment call 655-5561. Senior Citizens Centers sponsored by the Area Agency on Aging for Luzerne and Wyoming Counties offer hot noon meals Monday through Friday to people 60 years of age or older.

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Hometown Heroes Memorial The Greater Pittston Chamber of Commerce

announces a fundraising campaign to construct a memorial to honor the ultimate sacrifice made for our country by the following servicemen/law enforcement officers: Lieutenant Colonel Richard Berrettini 1st Lieutenant Jeffrey DePrimo Army Specialist Dale Kridlo PA State Police Trooper Joshua Miller Police Officer Rodney F. Pocceschi The project calls for a flagpole to be erected around a walkway built on the front lawn of the Chamber building on the corner of Kennedy Blvd. and William Street in Pittston. A tree will be planted as a living tribute to: Captain T. J. Hromisin, a survivor of the Iraq conflict.

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The Blooms and Bubbles Greater Pittston Chapter of the Red Hats Society will hold their monthly meeting on Wednesday, March 21, at the Avenue Diner, 20 Wyoming Avenue, Wyoming at 12:30 pm. Members who have not been contacted regarding the meeting should call Eileen at 655-1555. Reservations will close on Monday, March 19. Murder Mystery

The Music Box Repertory Company will present an audience participation Murder Mystery, “Next of Kin” today, March 18 at the Music Box Dinner Playhouse, 196 Hughes St., Swoyersville. All tickets are $30 and include a buffet dinner. The buffet begins at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets can be purchased by calling 283-2195. Hughestown Sports Club

The Hughestown Sports Club will meet at 2:30 p.m. today, March 18 at Granteed’s Tavern, 247 Parsonage St. Sem concert

A concert will be held at 2 p.m. today, March 18 in the Great Hall of Wyoming Seminary, 228

Wyoming Ave., Kingston, just north of Kingston Corners to raise money for Feeding America, the nation’s leading domestic hunger-relief charity. Donations will be accepted at the door. Baked goods from Truly Scrumptious also will be sold before and after the concert. Yatesville Easter Party

The Yatesville Auxiliary will hold its annual Easter Party at 2 p.m. on Sunday, April1at the Yatesville Borough building. There will be prizes for children 12 years and younger. Snacks will be provided. Reservations will run through by March 20 by calling 655-8088 or 654-7585. Coast Guard Vets

The NEPA Coast Guard Veterans Assoc. will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 21 at the Dallas American Legion Post at 672 Memorial Hwy. For more information, call Neil Morrison at 288-6817. Oakwood Terrace

A Special Support Group Meeting will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, March 21 at Oakwood Terrace, 400 Gleason Dr., Moosic. Guest speakers are Louise McNabb, volunteer coordinator;

and Cathy Bacinelli, social worker, both of Heartland Hospice in Pittston. The topic will be “Dealing with Depression.” For reservations, call Sylvia at 451-3171, ext. 116. Polish Women

The Polish Women’s Alliance request that members attend a meeting to discuss plans for Bal Polonaise at 5 p.m. Mar. 22 at Leggio’s, Route 315, Plains Twp. Bal Polonaise will be held at 6 p.m. on Saturday, April 14 at the Ramada Inn in Wilkes-Barre. Young women will be formally presented to family and friends and will perform the Polonaise, the national dance of Poland. Committee members include Bernadine Regis, Bernadine Borinski, Felicia Perlick, Cheryl Hillard, Joanne Jones, Dorothy Talipski, Arlene Skrzysowski, Helen Lopez, Jean Scupski and Marilyn Mazzarella.

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The Pittston Area High School Class of 1977 will meet at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 24 at Tony’s Pizza.

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The Pittston Kiwanis and Friends of the Pittston Library are holding a Night at the Races at 7 p.m. on Saturday, March 24 at the Jenkins Twp. Hose Company, 2 Second St. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Admission is free with the purchase of a horse for $10 or $5 without horse purchase. The owners of winning horses receive $50. See BRIEFS, Page 48

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Food and refreshments will be served. For more information, contact Sal Bernardi at 820-8459, Don Shearer at 654-5063, Frank Thomas at 654-3438 or Ron Faust 655-4088. Craft show

Tunkhannock Area Middle School Band will sponsor a craft show from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 24 at the Tunkhannock Area Middle School. A bake sale and refreshments will be available. Ham Bingo

Rev. Gary Mensinger and the parishioners of St. Nicholas Byzantine Catholic Church are sponsoring their second annual Ham Bingo at 1 p.m. on Sunday, March 25 in the church hall, 320 Vine St, Old Forge. A basket raffle, cash raffle,

door prizes and various bingo specials will be available throughout the afternoon. Kitchen opens at 11 a.m. A variety of food items and refreshments will be available. The church will also sponsor a bake sale during the bingo. Admission is $3.

takes place Saturday evening during the month of April and May. Dottie Poviliatis, JoElle Doughtery and Sue Cosgrove are chairing the fund raiser. Make returns at our March 27 meeting . The theme is a St. Patrick`s Party.

John Mc Keown renowned Irish Speaker will be the guest. Mrs. Joan Mc Fadden ,President will preside. Roast beef dinner

A roast beef dinner will be

held from 4:30 to 7 p.m. on March 28 at the Northmoreland Township Volunteer Fire Co. of Centermoreland. Eat in or take out dinners are available at $8 for adults and $4 for children under 12 years of age. Call 333-4906 to make reservations.

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Dupont Lions will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, March 26 at the VFW on Main Street in Dupont. Park cleanup will be held at 9 a.m. on Saturday, March 25 at the playground in Dupont. Rain date is March 31. Lithuanian Women

The Lithuanian Women’s Club of Wyoming Valley will meet at noon on Tuesday, March 27 for lunch followed by business meeting at 1 p.m. Members are reminded to bring their colored eggs for judging at this time.

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Chicken dinner today at Queen of the Apostles Queen of the Apostles Parish will have its annual spring chicken dinner from noon to 4 p.m. today, March 18 in SS. Peter and Paul’s Church auditorium, located in the lower level of the church, 1000 Main St. The dinner includes a half chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, vegetable, homemade cole slaw, rolls and butter, homemade dessert and beverages. Takeouts will be available beginning at 11 a.m. In addition to the dinner, there will also be a raffle with great prizes from area businesses. Tickets, which are $9 for adults and $4 for children 12 years of age and younger, will be available at the door. April Fools raffle

Queen of the Apostles Parish is currently selling the April Fools edition of its Pot of Gold Match the Daily Number raffle tickets. For $10 per ticket, you will have a chance to win $75 daily and $100 on Fridays throughout April. There will also be bonus days throughout the month. To purchase a ticket, call the parish office at 457-3412. The ticket will be mailed . Renewal Mass

A Catholic charismatic renewal Mass will be celebrated at 7 p.m. today, March 18 at Queen of the Apostles Parish at St. Mary’s Church, 715 Hawthorne St. The rosary will be prayed at 6:30 p.m. Worship Committee

Queen of the Apostles Parish Worship Committee will meet at 7 p.m. on Monday, March 19 in the rectory, 715 Hawthorne St. Social Concerns

Classic golf tournament at 1 p.m. on Sunday, May 6 at Pine Hills Golf Course, Taylor. This year’s tourney will be played in memory of Tom Bennie Sr. The cost, which is $80 per player, includes golf, food and prizes. For more information, contact the parish office at 457-3412, Jimbo McMahon at jimmcmahon1@verizon.net or John Soy at johnsoy@comcast.net . Confessions schedule

In addition to its regularly scheduled time on Saturdays at 3:15 p.m., the Sacrament of Reconciliation will be also be available from 7 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, April 4 at Queen of the Apostles Parish at St. Mary’s Church, 715 Hawthorne St. Ecumenical services

Several Protestant and Catholic churches in Avoca, Duryea, Old Forge and Moosic will celebrate ecumenical services at 7 p.m. Tuesdays throughout Lent. The next service is Tuesday, March 20 at the Stewart Memorial United Methodist Church, 174 Main St., Old Forge, where the Rev. Phil Sladicka, pastor of Queen of the Apostles Parish, will be the speaker. Stations of the Cross

Queen of the Apostles Parish will pray the Stations of the Cross at 7 p.m. Fridays during Lent at St. Mary’s Church, 715 Hawthorne St. The Lady of Sorrows Rosary Group will lead the Rosary at 6:30 p.m. Youth group

Queen of the Apostles Parish youth group will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 25 in St. Mary’s School, 742 Spring St. New members are always welcome. For more information,

call Lori Ostrowski at 457-8840.

Avoca V.F.W. Post 8335 will have its annual children’s Easter party from 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 31 at the post home, 915 Main St. Lunch will be served at 1 p.m. followed by a visit with the Easter Bunny.

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St. Michael the Archangel Byzantine Catholic Church will have its 15th annual Lenten fish dinner from 4 to 6 p.m. on Friday, March 30 at the church hall, 205 N. Main St., Pittston. The menu includes baked haddock, potatoes, fresh carrots, cole slaw, haluski, cake and beverages. Tickets, which will be available at the door, are $9 for adults and $7 for children 12 and younger. Takeouts will be available. Clam chowder and haluski takeouts will also be available.

The Ladies Auxiliary to V.F.W. Post 8335 will meet at 7 p.m. on Monday, April 2 in the post home, 915 Main St. Following the regular meeting, officers will be elected for 2012-2013. President June Fitzgerald will preside over the meeting, and Mary Starinsky and Mary Orluk will host it.

Happy birthday

Happy birthday to Melissa Helmer who celebrated her 22nd birthday on March 15.

Comedy show

The Avoca Fire Department will have its annual comedy show on Friday, April 13 at the West Side Social Club, 700 McAlpine St. The doors open at 7 p.m. and the show begins at 8 p.m. The show will feature three stand-up comedians. Tickets, which are $20, can be purchased by calling John at 451-2681 or the fire department at 457-2894.

The admission price includes beer, soda, chips and pretzels. Bake sale

Big Lots and Holiday Hair will sponsor a pet adoption day and bake sale from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 14 in the Birney Plaza, Moosic, to benefit Tracey’s Hope Hospice Care Program and Rescue for Domestic Animals, Inc., Duryea. There will also be raffles for a flat screen HDTV and four tickets to Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom. If you stop by Holiday Hair in Moosic for a service and mention you read this information in The Sunday Dispatch, they will donate $2 to Tracey’s Hope. For more , call Denise at 457-1625. Pet hospice training

Tracey’s Hope Hospice Care Program and Rescue for Domestic Animals, Inc., Duryea, will have a pet hospice volunteer training class from 2 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, April 22 in St. Benedict’s Church basement, 155 Austin Ave., Wilkes-Barre. To register, call Denise at 457-1625.

March is Turner Syndrome Awareness month in borough Hughestown Council has designated the month of March as Turner Syndrome Awareness month in honor of Abigail Policare, a borough resident. Girls League

Registration for the Girls’ League is from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. every Wednesday. All games are local and girls from all areas are welcome to join. Park progress

Plans are progressing for Robert Yaple Memorial Park. Mary Golya and Mary Ann Quick, who arrange the annual craft and gift sale, have donated $1,700 to

HUGHESTOWN the park. Money obtained from residents as well as fund raisers have benefited the park and the annual picnic, which is enjoyed by all ages. Councilman Wayne Quick and Carmen Ambrosino have dedicated much time and effort to the success of the park. A borough Clean up Day will be held from 9 a.m. to noon April 28. Volunteers are welcome. Police report

Police Chief Golya reported

63 incidents, 10 traffic citations, five criminal, two K-9 responses, two EMS and three accidents. Councilman Phil Falvo reported Hughestown Hose Company had two activated fire alarms, one brush fire, eight cancelled enroute, 19 EMS calls, three investigations, one motor vehicle accident, two trash and four structure fires for a total of 40 calls. Gunshots heard

Gunshots observed by residents in the area have been identified in an on-going investigation as coming from a practice range used by police officers.

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Queen of the Apostles Parish social concerns committee will meet at 8:30 p.m. on Monday, March 19 in the rectory, 715 Hawthorne St. Queen of Apostles Parish will have the fifth annual St. Mary’s

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Special meeting Tuesday on compost facility bid The Greater Pittston Regional Compost Commission met March 7 at the Dupont Municipal office to further review plans for the facility. Discussion topics included equipment needs, staffing, bids, insurance applications and security for the complex. Equipment proposal specs were requested by and sent to Stephenson Equipment, MidAtlantic, Medico, John Deere, ODB Company, Recovery Resource System International, Giles and Ransome CAT and Highway Equipment. The key equipment needed includes a grinder, loader with bucket, grabber forks and a water buffalo. Bids were opened at last Wednesday’s regular Council meeting but members voted to table the awarding of the bid until they had time to review all the bids. A special meeting will be held at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 20, to award the bid. The equipment will be purchased with the $61,000 grant awarded to Dupont Borough last year through the State gaming funds. The state grant is expected to cover equipment costs, fencing, insurance and staffing for two to three years, after which, costs will be shared among the communities in the commission. Currently, Pittston City, Avoca, Duryea, Hughestown, Jenkins, Laflin and Dupont comprise the Regional Compost Commission. Borough officials will meet soon with Pittston Twp. and Yatesville regarding their interest in joining. Since the meeting, permit application was sent to the Department of Environmental Protection for site approval and insurance applications were submitted to Joyce Insurance for quotes. The commission hopes the facility to be operational by this summer. The next meeting will be held at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, April 4 at Dupont Borough. The agenda will include the intergovernmental agreement, ad for machine operator, bid results, DEP permit update, schedule of operations and insurance coverage. Council meeting

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hold a special meeting at 6 p.m. on Monday, March 19 to seek residents’ input about the possible elimination of the Garden Drive Bridge that connects Wyoming Avenue and crosses over the Pennsylvania Turnpike. State Representative Michael Carroll and Senator John Blake will attend. All residents are urged to attend this important meeting. Borough Council will hold a special meeting at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 20 to award bids for the compost facility. Church food sale

Holy Mother of Sorrows Church will host a Lenten Potato Pancake and Clam Chowder Dinner from 2 to 7 p.m. on Friday, March 23 at the parish hall on Wyoming Avenue. Takeouts available starting at 1 p.m. Donation is $7. Menu includes pancakes, soup, dessert and beverage. Tickets are available at the door. Traffic problems

Efforts to remedy the traffic problems at the Northern Railroad Co. railroad crossing on Main Street between Curtain and Coolidge Streets continues with residents registering numerous concerns to borough council about the wooden planks between the rails coming loose, causing traffic hazards, vehicle damage and unending noise of the unstable wood. The railroad has done repairs to the site but residents feel more needs to be done. Borough residents can register their concerns to the railroad company by contacting Wesley P. Westenhoefer, Vice-Presidents of Maintenance of Ways at 610-562-2100 or email readingnorthern.com VFW meeting

A meeting will be held at 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 29 at the Dupont VFW for all people interested in continuing the Dupont Schools Homecoming af-

fair. The meeting is open to all people who attended Sacred Heart Primary School, Dupont Public Grade School or Dupont High School. Anyone who cannot attend the meeting but is interested in continuing the Homecoming is asked to contact either Mary Lou (Melinicks) Caldwell at 6547539, Eddie Zielinski at 6550670 or Loretta (Riccetti) Joyce at 655-0130. Food distribution

The monthly food distribution sponsored by the Dupont Lions will be held from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. on March 2 atSacred Heart of Jesus Parish Hall on Lackawanna Avenue. All qualifying residents of Dupont and Suscon are eligible. Little League cleanup

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The VFW Post 4909, Main Street, will host a blood drive from 12:30 to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, March 27 at the post home. To schedule an appointment, call 1800-RED-CROSS. To be eligible to donate blood, an individual must be 17, meet height and weight requirements and be in generally good health. Parental permission is required for 16year-old donors. Walk-ins are always welcome. For more information, contact the post home at 654-9104.

Adoption day

The Big Lots Store and Holiday Hair in the Birney Plaza in Moosic are sponsoring an Adoption Day Event and Bake Sale from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 14 to benefit Tracey’s Hope Hospice Care Program and Rescue for Domestic Animals, Inc. There will be raffles for a flat screen high definition TV and 4 Tickets to Dorney Park & Wild Water Kingdom, as well as a bake sale and dogs for adoption. And if you mention this news item, Holiday Hair will donate another $2 to Tracey’s Hope Organization. For more information, call Denise at 457-1625. Pet hospice training

The Dupont Lions Club will begin spring cleaning of the Little League Park, Elm Street, at 9 a.m. on Saturday, March 24.All members of the community are invited to help spruce up the park for the upcoming Easter Egg Hunt and for future park events. Rain date is Saturday, March 31.

A Pet Hospice Training program will be conducted by Travey’s Hope Hospice Care Program & Rescue for Domestic Animals, Inc. from 2 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, April 22 at St. Benedict’s Church Basement, 155 Austin Ave Wilkes-Barre. All who plan to attend must RSVP by calling Denise at 457-1625.

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Dupont Borough is selling tickets for an Easter Lottery Theme Basket to benefit the Children’s Funds’ Halloween and Christmas parties. The basket is on display at the municipal office and chances are $1 each. The basket will be raffled at the Lions Club annual Easter Egg Hunt on April 7.

Sacred Heart Holy Name Spring 300 Club Raffle second week winners: #224, Holmes -$100; #36, Magda - $50; #184, Ruda - $25 and #221, Jemiola $25. Sacred Heart of Jesus scheduled meetings: Senior Citizen Outreach Committee will meet at 7 p.m. on March 20 in the rectory lower level meeting room. Choir will meet from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 22 in the choir loft. Bible Study will meet at 7 p.m. on March 28 in the lower level meeting room of the rectory. All members of the First Holy Communion Class of Sacred Heart Church are reminded that practice for First Penance will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. on Monday, March 19 in the church. First Penance is scheduled for 10 a.m. on March 24.

Softball league

County Line Girls Softball League meeting has been rescheduled to 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday March 21 at the Dupont Borough Building. Upcoming season, age brackets, rules and schedule will be the topics. Towns involved are Dupont, Taylor, Minooka and North Scranton. For more information, call Bob at 881-8744.

Excelsior Hose Co.

The Excelsior Hose Co #2 of Duryea will hold its Sixth Annual Night at the Races on March 24 at the Germania Hose Co., Foote Avenue, Duryea. Doors will open at 6 p.m. and races will begin at 7 p.m. There will be homemade food, beverages and desserts. There are also raffles, gift baskets including a basket of cheer and a Chinese Auction. The cost is $10 for a horse plus $2 admission fee. Parents must be at least 21 years of age. Crime watch

The Dupont Neighborhood Crime Watch will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 27 in the James Cocco Council Chambers in the Dupont Municipal Bldg. State Police spokesperson Marty Connors of the Wyoming Barracks will be guest speaker and discuss drug housing awareness. Pina Hansen, president, will preside. Organists program

The Pennsylvania Northeast Chapter of the American Guild of Organists is conducting a hands-on program called “Pedals, Pipes, and Pizza” for children and adults to learn more about the organ from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, March 25 at Saint Mary’s Church of the Immaculate Conception, Wilkes Barre. The afternoon will feature a presentation on the organ, performance of organ pieces by local organists, a tour of the nearly 2,000 pipes inside Saint Mary’s See DUPONT, Page 66

The Excelsior Hose Co. No. 2 will have its sixth annual Night at the Races on Saturday, March 24, at the Germania Hose Company, 430 Foote Ave. The doors open at 6 p.m. and the races begin at 7 p.m. The cost of a horse is $10 plus a $2 admission fee at the door. Horses can be purchased from any member. There will also be homemade food, desserts and beverages and a variety of games and raffles, including a basket of cheer. For more information, call 4572233. All Excelsior Hose Company members will meet at 12:30 p.m. today, March 18 at the hose company, 798 Foote Ave., to discuss this upcoming event. Heroism award

Congratulations to Duryea Police Officer Michael Rosemellia who received an Act of Heroism Award from Duryea Mayor Keith Moss and the Duryea Borough Council on March 13. Officer Rosemellia received the award for going above and beyond the call of duty on January 4 when he entered a burning house on Stephenson Street to save a man and his dog. Sons of the Legion

The Sons of the American Legion, Squadron 585, will have a clam sale beginning at 11 a.m. today, March 18 at the post home, 329 Main St. The cost of the clams are $6 per dozen. Takeouts will be available. To place order an order, call 457-4242. Polish Lodge

Duryea Polish National Alliance Lodge 187 will not meet today, March 18. Members who would like to submit dues may contact the lodge secretary. Crime watch

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The members of the Polish Falcons, Nest 128, will meet at 7 p.m. on Saturday, March 24 at the club, 631 Main St.

Scuba team pizza sale

The Germania Hose Company Scuba Team will have its Lenten pizza sale from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. every Friday during Lent at the hose company, 430 Foote Ave. Trays are $11 each and available in red or white. Orders can be placed in advance on sale days by calling 451-3750 or by stopping at the hose company. Stations of the Cross

The parishioners of Nativity of our Lord Parish invite the community to pray the Stations of the Cross with them at 7 p.m. every Friday during Lent at Holy Rosary Church, 127 Stephenson St. There will also be Exposition and Benediction of the Most Blessed Sacrament. Lenten devotions

The parishioners of St. Mary’s Polish National Catholic Church invite the community to their Lenten devotions at 7 p.m. every Friday during Lent at the church, 200 Stephenson St.

Easter Bunny lunch

Holy Rosary School will have its annual Easter Bunny Lunch from noon to 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 25 in the school gymnasium, 125 Stephenson St. During the event, there will be activities, raffles, face painting and photos with the Easter Bunny. Tickets are $5 each and will be available at the door. Lenten food sale

Nativity of Our Lord Parish will have its annual Lenten food sale from11a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday, March 30 at Sacred Heart of Jesus Hall, 529 Stephenson St. The sale will feature Manhattan (red) clam chowder, homemade pierogi, haluski, pizza and baked goods. Lenten fish dinner

The Sixth Annual Guns ‘N’ Hoses Charity Basketball Game will take place Saturday, April 21 at the Pittston Area High School gymnasium, 5 Stout St., Yatesville. Doors will open at 4:30 p.m. and tip-off time is 5 p.m. During this game, the area’s police officers and firefighters will hit the hardwood to raise money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. There will also be door prizes, entertainment and a food and refreshment stand catered by My Sister’s Kitchen. Tickets, which can be purchased at the door, are $5 for adults and $3 for students ages 5 to 18. Children under 4 years of

age will be admitted free. Businesses and individuals can send donations to Chief Nick Lohman, c/o Duryea Police Department, 315 Main St., Duryea, PA 18642. Make checks payable to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and in the memo area list “Guns ‘N’ Hoses 2012.” Be sure to include your name with your gift in order to have it included on the acknowledgement poster which will be displayed at the game. Businesses that would like to supply door prizes can mail or drop them off at the Duryea Police Department. Pet hospice training

The Sons of the American Legion, Squadron 585 is currently selling tickets for its “Win A Pallet of Beer” raffle. First prize is a gift certificate for $600 to B&G Beverage, Pittston. Second prize is a $100 gift certificate to a Wine & Spirits store. Third prize is a $50 gift card to Weis Markets. Tickets, which are $3 each or two for $5, can be purchased from any member or at the post home, 329 Main St. The drawing will take place at 8 p.m. on Friday, May 25.

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Duryea Neighborhood Crime Watch will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 20 at the Duryea Municipal Building, 315 Main St. Guest speaker will be Joseph Lynch, an intragovernmental coordinator of the Luzerne County 911 Communication System, who will provide a complete overview of the 911 Center.

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Cherry Blossom Festival Committee meets today The West Pittston Cherry Blossom Committee will hold its next meeting at 5 p.m. today, March 18 at the Corpus Christi School Building, 605 Luzerne Ave. WP Cemetery

The West Pittston Cemetery Association announces that decorations be removed by Friday, March 23, or they will be discarded by cemetery staff. WA play

The Wyoming Area Drama Club and Thespian Troupe 4795 will present the smash hit musical, “Legally Blonde” at 7 p.m. on Friday and March 23 and 24 and at 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 25 in the Wyoming Area Secondary Center Auditorium, 20 Memorial St., Exeter. Tickets, at $10 for adults and $5 for students, will be sold from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, March 19 in the Secondary Center Lobby and at the door the nights of the performance. Women’s Club

The West Pittston Women’s Club will meet at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 20 at the West Pittston Library. All members are asked to bring an article for the Chinese Auction. The meeting chair is Joan Pribula. Committee members are Alberta Phelps, Eleanor Troiani, Beverly Williams, Alberta Pastva and Joyce Lloyd.

WEST PITTSTON Tony Callaio 654-5358 tonyc150@verizon.net The Wyoming Area Softball Golf tournament Parents Association is seeking The West Pittston Rams Parvendors for its annual ziti dinner ents Organization Golf Tournaand craft show noon to 5 p.m. on ment will be held April 28 at Sunday, April 15 at the Wyoming Four Seasons Golf Course. Any Area Secondary Center Cafete- business that might be interested ria. Interested vendors can con- in sponsoring a hole is asked to tact Deborah Przybyla at 693- contact Chrissy Fernandes at 6201 or bigber@comcast.net . 954-0329. Night at the races

WP Fun Run

A Night at the Races will be held on Saturday, March 31 at St. Anthony’s Parish Center, Exeter with all proceeds benefiting the 1st Lt. Jeffrey DePrimo Memorial Fund of the Luzerne Foundation. Admission is $5 without the purchase of a horse or $10 with the purchase of a horse for this adults-only affair. Doors open at 6 p.m. Post time is 7 p.m.

The annual West Pittston Fun Run will be held at 9 a.m. on Saturday, June 2. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. at the borough building, Exeter Avenue. Prior to May 30, the registration fee is $15. After that date, registration fee is $18. Checks should be made payable to West Pittston Park, Recreation and Beautification Board and mailed to 555 Exeter Ave., West Pittston, PA 18643.For further information, call 655-7782.

Support group

The First United Methodist Church will present Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) from 6:45 to 8 p.m. every Wednesday at the church library. For more information, call Susan Lee at 763-9730.

Class of ’97 reunion

The Wyoming Area Class of 1997 is planning its15th anniversary reunion. Anyone who has not been contacted by a classmate regarding the reunion is asked to join the Wyoming Area

Class of 1997 Facebook page or email Megan Kuffa atmkuffa@aol.com. Tax collector

George L. Miller, tax collector, announces the 2012 county and borough tax bills have been mailed. The rebate period is from March 12 through April 30. The face period will begin May 1 and continue until June 30. The penalty period will be honored through December 15 when the tax books will be closed. It is the property owner’s responsibility to forward tax bills to financial institutions for payment A receipt will be mailed if a self-addressed/stamped envelope is included with the payment. For appointments, call 6553801 or 655-7782 ext. 232. Library programs

Beginner Yoga – 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays Vinyasa Yoga (all levels) – 6 to 7 p.m. Mondays. Softening into Strength: The Art of Letting Go (all levels) – 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. Wednesdays. Classes are held in the former American Legion Building, 316 Linden St. Cost is $7 for drop-ins with discounted punch passes available. West Pittston Library Book

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Meet the Baseball Warriors

Meet the Warriors 2012 baseball program will be held Sunday, March 25 in the Secondary Center cafeteria. The program will immediately follow the 10:30 a.m. baseball Mass at St. Barbara’s Church, Exeter. All players in grades 7 through 12 are expected to attend the program and families are welcome. There will be food, refreshments and a Chinese auction. A Meet the Warriors committee meeting will be held at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 21 in Room 129 of the Secondary Center. WA softball

Club meets at 6:45 p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month. Weekly Story Time – 1 p.m. Fridays. Children’s Yoga with Corinne – 3:45 p.m. on the first Friday of the month, 3:45 p.m. Cost is $8 for children ages 5 to 10. Story Time with Misericordia – 1 p.m. on Friday, March 23. Students from the Speech-Language Pathology Department of Misericordia University will conduct this Story Time as well as educate parents and caregivers on language and literacy. Welcome to the Titanic – 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 14. It’s been 100 years since the famous cruise ship sunk. ON the anniversary of its sinking, the library will remember the Titanic with fun learning. Sign up to participate in crafts, games and books all related to the Titanic. One Book Every Young Child – 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 2. This statewide annual program highlights the importance of early literacy development in preschoolers ages 3-6. This year’s selection is “Stop Snoring, Bernard!” by Zachariah O’Hora, of Montgomery County. PNC For Me, For You, For Later Story Time – 1 p.m. on Friday, May 11. The Luzerne County Library System ,in conjunction with PNC Bank, is launching a new program to teach children early financial education over the next two years. American Girl Celebration – 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 19 Saturday. Story Time with Clifford – 1 p.m. on Friday, May 25. Birthday notes

Celebrating this week: Julianna Stella, Anthony Chiampi, March 18; Michelle Comstock, Kaiti Maguire, Sarah “Mrs. Jeter” Dalton, March19; Chelsea Fuller, Sam Evarts, March 20; Patti Aufiere, March 21; Bobby Lussi, March 22; Jillian Milcavage, March 24. Special birthday wishes goes out to Cathy Callaio who celebrates on March 20. Cub Pack 302 of West Pittston recently held its Pinewood Derby at the Corpus Christi Church Hall, West Pittston. Derby winners are, from left, first row, Jack Swiderski, fourth place; Blaise SokachMinnick, third place; Hunter Overman, second place; Brendan Graham, first place. Second row, Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Smith, finish line judges; Rosalie Messina, Cub Scout master; Patrick Messina, track master; Chuck Cannell, staging coordinator; and Toni Valenti, scorekeeper.

Thought for the week

For a man, the whole world is his love. For a woman, love is her whole world.

The Exeter Lions will host a Night at the Races on Saturday, April 14. This event will be held at St. Anthony’s Parish center, Erie Street. Doors will open at 6 p.m. Post time will be 7 p.m. A $5 donation for admission will include food and refreshments. A $50 prize will be awarded to the owner of each winning horse. Horses may be purchased for $10 from any Lions club member and may also be purchased at the door. A full page ad can be purchased for $50 and a half page ad for $25. Ads may be purchased by calling Lion Len Bonfanti at 655-2746 or Lion Rich Shields at 655-6907. Deadline for all ads is April 6. Please include an ad logo as you wish for it to appear in the program book. Please make checks payable to the Exeter Lions and mail to Len Bonfanti, c/o Exeter Lions club, 223 Bennett St., Exeter. Craft vendors wanted

The Wyoming Area Softball Parents Association is looking for vendors for its annual ziti dinner and craft show to be held from noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday, April 15 at the Wyoming Area Secondary Center Cafeteria. Interested vendors are asked to contact Deborah Przybyla at 693-6201 or by e-mail at bigber@comcast.net for more information. Cosmopolitan seniors

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The Cosmopolitan Seniors will meet at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, March 20 in St. Anthony’s Center, in Exeter. Vic Malinowski will preside. All attendees are asked to wear something green. Dues will be collected. Hosts/ hostesses are Amy Alpaugh, Tom Alpaugh, Mary Kovaleski, Antoinette Manganello and Veronica Wyandt. The previous meeting was attended by 48 members and one guest. After the call to order by President Malinowski, Vice President Joe Kleback led the group in prayer, Pledge of Allegiance and a patriotic song. Secretary Terri Mislan read the minutes, Treasurer Amy Alpaugh gave the treasurers report. After the meeting the group enjoyed refreshments and Bingo was played. Fifty/fifty winners were: Kathy Loucks, Jane Mikolosko, Frances Voveris, Marge Zinkavich and Tony Matreselva. Frances Poluske won the special game and the Bingo jackpot was won by Kathy Loucks. A special raffle of household goods was won by Lee Verbyla. Travel coordinator Johanna is accepting reservations for a trip to Woodloch Pines Resort on Sunday May 20. This trip includes a seafood buffet along with American and Italian cuisine, as well as entertainment,

Bingo and a boat ride, weather permitting. She is also planning for a Casino trip in April. Pickups are scheduled for Exeter and Pittston. Non-members are welcome on these trips. You do not have to be a member to come on these trips. Details can be obtained from Johanna at 6552720. Crossing guards

Exeter Borough has an opening for two crossing guards. Contact the Exeter Municipal Building at 570-654-3001 for more information. Night at the Races

The Fourth Annual 1st. Lt. Jeffrey DePrimo Memorial Fund Night at the Races will be held March 31 at St. Anthony’s Parish Center in Exeter. Admission is free admission with a $10 purchase of a horse and $5 without. Doors open at 6 p.m. and post time is set for 7 p.m. Adults only. Horse forms may be picked up at W. Side Auto, 401 Wyoming Ave. W. Pittston. Potato pancake sale

Exeter Borough Hose Company #1, 1405 Susquehanna Ave., will sponsoring a potato pan-

cake, haluski and pierogie sale from 4 to 8 p.m. every Friday during Lent at the fire house every. Good Friday hours are noon to 8 p.m. Orders can be made by calling 602-0739. Refuse stickers

The rebate for refuse stickers is now over. From March 1 to 30, the price will be $180 for anyone under 65 and senior citizens who are at least 65 by March 31 will pay $130. Stickers can be purchased with cash, checks, money orders or credit card (no American Express). Checks and money orders should be made payable to Exeter Borough Refuse. Hours of operation are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday and 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday. There will be no evening hours after March and there are no Saturday hours. Payments can be mailed to 1101 Wyoming Ave., Exeter, PA 18643. For more information, call Lynda at 654-3001, ext. 2. St. Barbara Parish

Stations of the Cross will be held at 4 p.m. every Friday and after the 6:30pm Mass. St. Barbara Parish will have a red and white pizza sale from 2:30 to 6 p.m. on Friday, March 30. Order forms are in the back of each church and should be filled out and returned to the rectory or in the collection basket. The Golden Age Club will meet at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday,

March 22 at the Parish Center. Hostesses are Eleanor Dovin, Josephine Fasciana and Toni Hall. Parishioners are asked to donate items such as cereals, pasta, peanut butter, canned vegetables, canned fruits and condiments. There are containers in both churches for donations. Lenten program: “A Biblical Walk Through the Mass,” a series designed to bring Catholics closer to God will be held through March 28 at St. Anthony’s Hall of St Barbara’s Parish. It will be hosted by Fr. Phil, Rocco Yanora, Barbara Russo and Ray Pasavage. St. Barbara’s Parish will hold a Paschal Dinner at 6 p.m. on Thursday, March 29 in St. Anthony’s Hall. A traditional lamb dinner will be served. Cost is $15 for adults only. Tickets can be purchased at the rectory. The monthly Mass honoring all married couples celebrating their wedding anniversary during the month of March will be held at 7 p.m. on Tuesday night, March 27. Everyone is welcome. Students will present the Living Stations of the Cross at 8 p.m. on Friday, March 30 in St. Anthony of Padua Church.

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Exeter Lions schedule’ Night at the Races’ April 14

Website

The new Exeter Borough website is up and running. Visit it at www.exeterborough.com To submit items for Exeter news, call 287-3349 or e-mailecipriani@comcast.net.

West Wyoming yard waste program begins April 5 WEST WYOMING

include air conditioners, refrigerators, etc.

plastic or recyclable bags, no stones or dirt allowed. There will also be a bulk item pick-up on Monday, April 16 which is limited to two bulk items per household. Residents may not put out any building materials, ammunition, electronics, car parts or tires or any hazardous type waste. For items containing Freon, the Freon must be extracted and a certificate stating so from a licensed refrigeration expert must be taped to the item. Freon items

Fish dinners

The West Wyoming Fraternal Order of Eagles, West Eighth Street, will sell fish dinners from 5 to 9 p.m. every Friday during Lent. Cost is $7. Tax bills

The 2012 county/municipal tax bills for West Wyoming Borough were issued recently. The hours of collection during rebate are 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday at the borough build-

ing. Anyone who did not receive a tax bill is asked to contact Robert Connors at 693-0130. The rebate period runs thru April 23. Recycling reminder

West Wyoming recycling containers are located behind Hose Company #1. Recycling can be dropped off any day of the week. The following is the list of acceptable items for recycling: commingled food and beverage containers, #1 & #2 plastic containers (numbers are located on the bottom of plastic container). #1 recyclables include soda, water, flavored beverage bottles,

salad dressing bottles, peanut butter jars and mayonnaise jars. #2 recyclables include milk jugs and laundry detergent bottles, shampoo, drain cleaners, aspirin bottles. Plastic sheets or packing materials are not acceptable. Bottles should be emptied and rinsed. Pet ordinance

West Wyoming Borough reminds residents to clean up after their pets. Residents can be cited under the borough ordinances for not doing so.

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The yard waste program for West Wyoming residents will begin on Thursday, April 5, for residents living in the Atherton Park section up to but NOT including Eighth Street. Residents living on Eighth Street up to the Exeter Line will have their scheduled pick-up on Thursday, April 12. Thereafter, yard waste will be picked up on alternating Thursdays. Residents are reminded to place yard waste out the night before in open containers and also to bundle and tie any bushes , hedges, or small trees in three foot lengths. Yard waste containers should not exceed 30lbs. No

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St. Monica’s Cub Scouts excel at Pinewood Derby Cub Scout Pack 336, On February 19, sponsored by St. Monica’s Parish, West Wyoming held its annual Pinewood Derby on February 19. Winners were: Ryan Bonin, Roman Alder and Thomas Lynch, Tiger den; Nathaniel Stavish, Nicholas George and Eric Roper, Wof den; JT Gober, Sam Supey and Max Gilligan, Bear den; George Sharkey, Carylyle Robinson and Michael DeSanto, Webelos I den; and RJ Salvo, Michael Remley and Nicholas Perry, Webelos II den.. Rec board EGGstravaganza

The Wyoming Recreation Board will be hosting an Easter EGGstravaganza on Saturday, March 31 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Flack Field behind Kasarda’s across from the Midway Shopping Center for children up to age 12. The event will include hayrides to the bunny patch to see the Easter Bunny. It’s $2 for children and $1 for adults. Children will be able to pick a few eggs and receive a treat from the Easter Bunny. There will also be crafts for the children and raffle prizes. Memorial Day Parade

The Memorial Day Parade Committee will meet at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 20 at the West Wyoming Town Hall. Borough website

The borough has a web site under developmentwww.wyomingpa.org and a Facebook Page (Wyoming Borough). Vendors wanted

The Wyoming Area Softball Parents Association is looking for vendors for its annual ziti dinner and craft show set for noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday, April 15 at the Wyoming Area Secondary Center Cafeteria. Contact Deborah Przybyla at 693-6201 or by e-mail at bigber@comcast.net.

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Senior Citizens

The Wyoming/West Wyoming Seniors will meet at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 20 at the St. Monica Meeting Center with Frank Perfinski conducting the

WYOMING NEWS EILEEN CIPRIANI 287-3349 ecipriani@comcast.net terested, call the parish office at meeting. Servers are Irene Zelinski, An- 693-1991. Bible Study: There will be no gie Zagursky and Eva Casseri. Fifty-fifty winners were Bible Study during Lent. A very Micky DeSalvo, George Kray- special program will replace it at nak and Vicky Mecklavage. Bin- 7 p.m. on Wednesday evenings go jackpot winner was Genny through March 28 at St. Anthony’s Hall of St. Barbara’s Parish. Labaty. March Birthdays are Paul De- The Lenten Program is entitled, laney, Helen Nocek, Theresa “A Biblical Walk Through the Kennedy, Joann Kwasny, Eva Mass.” Fr. Phil Massetti, Rocco Yanora, Barbara Russo and Ray Casseri and Elinor Yurek. New member Carol Yanik was Pasavage host the program. The Pro-Life Center in welcomed into the club. St Patrick’s Day will be cele- Wilkes-Barre is in need of baby brated with a special menu of wipes, diapers, sizes 1 and 2, hoagies, cake, tea, soda and cof- towels, wash clothes, boys sleepfee. The club will celebrate its ers, size med., girls sleepers, size 36th anniversary on May 1 with a 12 months, blankets, etc. St. Monica’s Library has the special Mass and a buffet dinner to follow. The annual picnic will following Lenten selections be held on July 7 at the Daley which are highly recommended Park on Shoemaker Avenue, by Father McKernan for reading, reflection and prayer: “In The West Wyoming. Presence of Our Lord” by Benedict J. Groeschel, C.F.R& James Fish dinners Monti, “The Diary of Divine The West Wyoming Fraternal Mercy In My Soul” by Marians Order of Eagles will sell fish din- of the Immaculate Conception ners from 5 to 9 p.m. every Fri- and “Lord, Have Mercy, The day during Lent at the club Healing Power of Confession” house, West Eighth Street, West by Scott Hahn. The library is located in the Wyoming. Cost is $7 per dinner. hall at Our Lady of Sorrows Church. Masonic Lodge #468

Wyoming Masonic Lodge #468, Wyoming Ave, Wyoming will hold its annual Lenten meals from 3 to 7 p.m. every Friday during Lent, including Good Friday. Meals consist of potato pancakes, haluski, pierogies, red and white clam chowder. Eat in or take out dinner are available. For more information, call 885-1441 or 693-2608. St. Monica’s Parish

The Greater Pittston Food Pantry, 37 William St., Pittston, is in need of cereal, tuna, peanut butter, jelly, canned fruits, soups, canned vegetables, canned hams and other non-perishable items. Call 654-9923 for more information. To help defray the cost of printing the Sunday church bulletin, businesses and services in the community can place an ad on the back of the bulletin. If in-

Library news

Library Hours: 10 am. to 6 p.m. Monday and Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday and 9 a.m. to 4 pm. Saturday. The library is preparing to Celebrate National Library Week (April 9-14) with daily events. The Library will present Cecilia Galante, author of “The Sweetness of Salt and Little Wings,” from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, April 9. The book is the story about Julia, who just graduated as her high school valedictorian, has a full ride to college in the fall and a coveted summer internship clerking for a federal judge. But when her older sister, Sophie, shows up at the graduation determined to reveal some long-buried secrets, Julia’s carefully constructed plans come to a halt. Instead of the summer she

Tiger Den Cub winners from Scout Pack 336's Pinewood Derby are, from left, Ryan Bonin, Roman Alder and Thomas Lynch.

Wolf Den winners at Cub Scout Pack 336's Pinewood Derby are, from left, Nathaniel Stavish, Nicholas George and Eric Roper.

had painstakingly laid out, Julia follows Sophie back to Vermont, where Sophie is opening a bakery - and struggling with some secrets of her own. What follows is a summer of revelations some heartwarming, some heartbreaking and all slowly pointing Julia toward a new understanding of both herself and of the sister she never really knew. “The Sweetness of Salt” was nominated for the 2011 Best Fiction Award by the Young Adult Library Services Association. The library will offer a fourpart book discussion series. The first book will be “The Notebook” by Nicholas Sparks. The discussion will involve comparing the book to the movie. The group will view the movie at 7 p.m. on Friday, March 23 and discuss it at 6 p.m. on Friday, March 30 at the library. . For more information or to register, please call the library at 693-1364. The Wyoming Library has the following classes scheduled: “How to Meditate - Death,

Dying and Lucid Dreaming: A Glimpse of Things to Come,” 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., March 24. No charge, registration encouraged. “How to Write and Publish Your Non-Fiction Book,” 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., April 14. No charge, registration encouraged The classes will be conducted by Mark Stavish, M.A., author of five non-fiction books. Pre-school story time will run from 11 a.m. to noon every Friday until March 30. Children ages 3-5 are welcomed to listen to stories, do a craft and have a snack afterwards. Call the library at 693-1364 to register. Bring in your unexpired clipped coupons and place them in the designated box by category at the Coupon Clippers Corner. Then browse through the available coupons and take the ones you need. To submit items for publication in Wyoming News, call or fax 287-3349 or e-mailecipriani@comcast.net.

Marian Catholic ends Lady Blue Devils title run By Rick Notari

Dispatch Correspondent

Upset Lebanon

A decided underdog going into its battle with state power Lebanon Catholic on Wednesday night, March 14 Old Forge knew it would take a special performance to advance in the PIAA Class 1A tournament. The Blue Devils got two. Sophomore Lauren Carey scored a career-high 40 points and classmate Teri Vieira led a strong defensive effort to lead Old Forge to a 66-43 victory over the Lady Beavers at Hazleton Area High School. The victory puts the Blue Devils into the PIAA Class 1A Eastern Semifinals for the first time in since 2008. "(Lauren) just kept going to the basket," said Old Forge Head Coach Tom Gatto. "She was just awesome. Awesome. She just did everything. Foul shots. Rebounding. Everything she threw up went in." Well not everything. But it was close. The 5’8 forward shot 14for-23 from the field and 11See OF GIRLS, Page 56

Old Forge's Lauren Carey, right, drives to the hoop as Morrisville's Katherine Brown defends in the opening round of the girls PIAA Class A tournament at Marywood University last Saturday. PHOTOS BY BILL TARUTIS

Old Forge's Tori Tansley, left, guards Morrisville's Delila Mena in the opening round of the girls PIAA Class A tournament.

Old Forge's Taylor Nemetz, left, makes a move on the baseline past Morrisville's Delila Mena in the opening round of the girls PIAA Class A tournament at Marywood University.

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For the third time in six years Old Forge has its dreams of reaching the PIAA Class 1A Final Four dashed as the Blue Devils were defeated by Marian Catholic, 44-39, in the Eastern Semifinals on Saturday afternoon, March 17 at Hazleton Area High School. The game was sloppy in the first quarter as both teams turned up the defense pressure. Marian forced Old Forge into eight turnovers and 2-for-7 shooting in the opening eight minutes, but the Fillies were not much better, shooting just 3-for-9 while turning the ball over five times. Marian, the District 11 runnerup, seemed to have the advantage early, taking a 7-4 lead when Old Forge sophomore Lauren Carey went to the bench with two fouls with 1:00 left in the opening stanza. But the Blue Devils responded with an 8-2 run as Morgan Malia scored five of her team-high 13 points during the run to give the District 2 champs a 12-9 lead at the 5:29 mark of the second quarter. The Fillies finished the half strong, holding Old Forge to just a Rhyan Barnic free throw as they took a14-13 lead to the locker room. Marian continued its run in he second half, starting the third quarter with an 11-4 run to take its biggest lead of the game at the 2:21 mark, 25-17. Old Forge came right back as Malia scored on an inbounds play, and Barnic buried a threepointer from the top to get the Blue Devils within 25-22 to start the fourth quarter. The deficit went back to four with just 4:30 remaining but Taylor Nemetz buried a three from the left corner then scored on a layup just 11 seconds later off of a pass from Teri Vieira after a steal to give Old Forge a 3130 lead with 3:59 left. But Marian used an 8-2 run

over the next 2:40 to take a 38-33 lead, and Blue Devils turned the ball over six times in the final four minutes. Still Old Forge stayed alive, twice cutting the deficit to three as the Fillies shot just 4-for-11 from the free throw line in the final 48 seconds. The Blue Devils couldn’t get any closer however as Marian did just enough to keep the lead. Old Forge did shoot 14-for-30 on the afternoon but turned the ball over 32 times. Malia added seven rebounds to her point total while Nemetz finished with eight. Carey - who scored 40 on Wednesday - was held to just three points on 1-for-5 shooting. The Fillies out scored the Blue Devils 15-6 at the charity stripe, shooting 33 foul shots to Old Forge’s 12.

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for-13 from the foul line for the first 40-point game by a Blue Devils player - male or female since Mike Lucarelli scored 41 against Mid Valley in 1992. The 40-spot is believed to be a school playoff record. And it was quite a show from the start. Carey scored on an offensive rebound 49 seconds into the game to give Lebanon Catholic a taste of what it was in store for and Old Forge (19-6) a lead it would not relinquish. The Blue Devils leading scorer - whose top scoring output was 20 this season - scored Old Forge’s first six points and 12 during a 17-5 first quarter run which included two free throws with no time showing on the clock. "You just start off (confident) and after making the first couple shots you just stay that way throughout the game," said an excited Carey after the game. Meanwhile, Vieira led a defense that held the Lady Beavers to just 2-for-19 shooting in the first half, limiting 1,000-point scorer Stevie Fortna to just one field goal and five made free throws in the first 16 minutes. "Teri has been like that all year on defense," said Gatto of his 5’4 point guard. "She gets on you. She’ll hound you. And she won’t let you go. Plus she’s down where the ball is. She doesn’t have to bend." Vieira continually harassed Fortna - who scored 36 in the District 3 Final against defending champ Steel-High - into settling for 23-foot spot shots and fall-away drives to the basket while being forced into the teeth of Old Forge’s swarming defense. Carey continued to fill up the cylinder with 10 more points in the second quarter as the Blue Devils increased its lead to 35-12 at halftime with an 18-7 run. Freshman Tori Tansley scored all five of her points during the stretch after subbing in for starting center Morgan Malia who had to sit with foul trouble. Malia had five rebounds in the first half, but Carey, Tansley and Brittany Souryavong combined for 11 rebounds during the second quarter as the Blue Devils out rebounded Lebanon Cathol-

ic, 21-12, in the first half. "Everyone is looking at Lauren shooting," said Gatto. "But she rebounds the hell out of the basketball even though she’s going against bigger girls. They all do. "It was the defense in the first half that really allowed us to get the lead. Watching the film we knew we needed to stop No. 3 (Fortna). She is a good ball player. She could drive, shoot and pass. That was the key - stopping her." But Gatto knew that stopping Fortna really meant containing the 5’5 guard. Fortna came out of the locker room on fire, hitting her first two shots from downtown before converting a layup in traffic to spark a 21-9 run during the first 8:26 of the second half to get Lebanon Catholic to within 44-33 just 19 seconds into the fourth quarter. "We have to take better care of the basketball," said Gatto of the Blue Devils third quarter lapse. "It was only a matter of time before she made a few shots. We just needed to take care of the basketball." Not only did Old Forge take care of the basketball in the final 7:41of the game, but they took it right to the Lady Beavers. Carey twice took the ball from the foul line and converted three-point plays, converting two layups and the ensuing free throws after she was fouled. She scored twice again on drives from the foul line around two free throws from Malia, and dished to the senior center for a five-foot baseline jumper when the Lebanon Catholic defense finally collapsed to stop Carey from scoring another easy layup. "When one of us drives and is able to dish it off, the others get open shots," said Carey of her four assists. "It’s all a team effort. If one of us scores we all score." All that scoring happened in a span of 2:44 and when it was over, the Blue Devils were ahead 58-33 with 4:50 left in the final stanza. But it wasn’t over, and the Blue Devils weren’t finished. Rhyan Barnic and Malia each swished two free throws and Carey reached the 40-point mark before Taylor Nemetz hit a 17footer from the left baseline to give Old Forge it’s biggest lead of the game at 66-35. Defensively, Vieira turned the

Old Forge's Taylor Nemetz, right, applies full-cout pressure to Morrisville's Kievanna Lacey in the opening round of the girls PIAA Class A tournament at Marywood University on Saturday afternoon. PHOTOS BY BILL TARUTIS

heat back on Fortna, holding the Lady Beavers leading scorer to a meaningless three-pointer in the fourth quarter with just 22 seconds. Fortna shot just 1-for-6 in the quarter and 5-for-20 overall as she was held to a playoff-low 19 points. The Blue Devils out scored Lebanon Catholic, 22-4, during a 5:59 stretch of the fourth quarter to put the game away, converting all eight of their free throws during that span. "We told (Carey) to get on the foul line and go to the basket," said Gatto of the fourth quarter outburst. "The girls defending her were in foul trouble so we wanted to attack. It was an awesome display by Lauren. "I knew we could win but I never thought we would score 60 points, and never thought she would score 40." "I thought I had 20," said Carey of her career night. Coming out of the game they told me and I was like wow I only thought I had half of that. "It is special. When you are in the playoffs you feel this could be it so you just want to keep going and you just try harder." See OF GIRLS, Page 57

Old Forge's Rhyan Barnic goes in for two against Morrisville in the opening round of the girls PIAA Class A tournament at Marywood University last Saturday.

By Rick Notari

12 years ... just like that Twelve years ago this past February, I walked into the Sunday Dispatch office in Pittston looking for a job. Little did I know this paper would become my life for the next decade-plus. Then-editor Kim Capitano was looking for someone to cover news and sports in the Triboro Area. I was that someone. I was alerted to the open position at the Dispatch by the late Bob Turkos who lived on Foote Ave. in Duryea. Bob used to hangout in Old Forge at the old Mucciolo’s Restaurant where I bartended, and we became friends over the years. He thought I would be perfect for the position. He was more than right. The position was perfect for me. The Triboro Leader – which is what the eight pages I was responsible for was called – was short-lived unfortunately and within 6-8 months I was transferred to the Times Leader, and then to the Abingtons to the Abington Journal. I had fun in Clarks Summit, but in 2005 Eddie Ackerman “rescued” me and brought me back to the Dispatch. I say rescued because I was beginning to get burnt out at the Journal and needed a breath of fresh air. The Dispatch was exactly that. Not only would I be a little closer to home, but I would be back cov-

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Carey finished with a doubledouble, grabbing a game-high 14 rebounds as the Blue Devils held a 38-17 advantage on the glass. Barnic added 10 points for Old Forge, and Malia chipped in with nine points, six rebounds, four blocks and two steals. First round victory

and the people that make them up the sports world here on both sides of the river are dedicated to their teams and players. I hope I did you justice the past few years in writing about GP, taking pictures, and presenting it to you on the pages of the Dispatch in a way that will make those memories unforgettable for you and your families. I did my best to promote the athletes of our communities. Despite the complaints of “too much Old Forge stuff ” when I started here six years ago, I have received nothing but great support from the coaches, players and community in covering the Patriots and Warriors. I thank you for that. Sometimes it’s been a battle. I am a Blue Devil, after all, and like all of us stubborn Italian-PolishRussians when you give us an inch we want a mile. So despite the big splashes of Blue and Gold in the sports section every week, I would still cajole Eddie for a cover once and a while. Hey, I knew this is was a GP paper, but a little love once in a while on the cover wouldn’t hurt right? Probably once a month I would say to Eddie, ‘Hey, if we have nothing else, and you have a great Old Forge photo for the cover.’ More often that not he would give me a patronizing, ‘OK.’ But there were times the Blue

Devils got the cover. It took heroic times, but it still happened. Kiel Eigen’s first steps and the Old Forge softball team’s first district title come to mind. Great moments indeed. There were other great moments for me as well at the Dispatch and there will continue to be. The “Badger Tournament” will forever keep the three Dispatch school districts intertwined and has provided our communities the opportunity to interact with each other over the past 17 years. Traveling with the Blue Devils softball team as they marched to the state title game a few years ago also stands out as one of my top moments here, as was sitting down to interview state champion golfer Brandon Matthews of Pittston Area just days after he won gold in 2010. Weren’t those pants he wore just great! I will still be coming to the Tomato Festival as well. As much as I dreaded working our booth, every time I got there, it was fun to interact with our readers and fans. But what I am most proud of is that I helped give Old Forge sports a newspaper of its own. It is truly the memory I relish the most. Following the Forge hopefully will be part of every Sunday morning for Dispatch readers for years to come.

The Dispatch is now something Blue Devil teams, athletes and fans can pick up and read about their accomplishments on Sunday morning, and clip out to read about 10 years from now. On the opposite side of the spectrum, the Dispatch got me through the toughest part of my existence – losing my dad to cancer. The two most difficult two things I ever had to write for the Dispatch were my dad’s obituary and the subsequent column about our life together. But part of that life was the Dispatch. And it just didn’t start 12 years ago. As a teenager I used to deliver the Dispatch to parts of Moosic, Avoca, and Duryea with my Dad driving my brother and me around. I used to go through the pages and tell him, ‘Dad, This paper is like a communist newspaper. Everything in the paper has to do only with Greater Pittston. It’s like nothing else exists. It’s only their truth and no one else’s.’ Well. Some 30 years later I am glad to say I am forever a part of the history of this ‘communist’ newspaper. There is only one truth in Greater Pittston and it will forever be The Sunday Dispatch. Thank you for everything. The pleasure has been all mine.

District 1 runner-up Morrisville in a PIAA Class 1A First Round game last Saturday evening, March 10, at the Insalaco Arena at Marywood University. The Blue Devils turned the ball over six times and made just 2-of-9 shots in the opening eight minutes, but the District 2 champs still led 5-3 because the Lady Dawgs shot 1-for-11 and turned the ball over five times. Old Forge (18-6) opened the second quarter with a 4-0 spurt to take a 9-3 lead as Morgan Malia banked in a free throw and Taylor Nemetz drilled a threepointer from the left wing in the first 1:11.

But Morrisville (25-4) fought back to tie the score at 9-9 as leading-scorer Kievanna Lacey scored four straight and Katherine Brown added a putback off of an offensive rebound at the 4:40 mark of the first half. The Blue Devils answered right back as reserve forward Brittany Souryavong scored six points in the final 4:20 of the second quarter to spark a 9-2 run to end the half. Souryavong made a strong move inside to score at the 4:20 mark, and sophomore Rhyan Barnic followed with a threepointer from the right wing to push the Old Forge lead to 14-9.

Souryavong then sandwiched two more baskets around a bucket by Morrisville’s Cassandra Gainey and the Blue Devils took an 18-9 lead to the locker room. Old Forge opened the third quarter with an 8-3 run as Lauren Carey scored four straight to give the Blue Devils its first doubledigit lead of the game at 26-15 with 4:01 left in the period. Morrisville responded again as the Lady Dawgs scored six straight to get within 26-21 after Lacey scored inside with 3:00 remaining in the third quarter. But Carey stopped the run and scored to end the third before scoring again to start the fourth.

Malia then added another inside basket, and Old Forge led 32-21 with 6:33 left in the game. From there the Blue Devils converted 4-for-4 from the free throw line and matched every Morrisville basket with two of its own to finish the game on a 12-6 spurt. Carey finished with a gamehigh 15 points for Old Forge. The sophomore also added five rebounds, four steals and an assist to her totals. Nemetz and Malia split 14 points and combined for seven rebounds, six assists and four steals.

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Old Forge survived a sloppy first quarter and used a 9-2 run to end the second quarter to pave the way to a 40-27 victory over

ering the thing I love most – Old Forge sports. And nothing was more fun than that. Eddie always talks about how he gave up an opportunity to leave the Dispatch in order to cover Jimmy Cefalo’s final high school season – a decision he doesn’t regret. The love he had for hometown sports is the same love I have. I would have not traded the past six years of scribing some of the most exciting times in Old Forge athletics history for anything. Well, as the years went on I went from covering Old Forge sports to covering all of Greater Pittston athletics – along with a bunch of other duties here that quite frankly I am not going to miss as much as I will covering your sports teams. Yes. I am leaving. Last Saturday was my final day at the Dispatch. I started a new job on Monday in the Community Affairs Department of Lackawanna County. It was a tough decision to make. But it was only tough because of the people of Greater Pittston, and the people I work with at the Dispatch. The passion Greater Pittston has for sports is unmatched throughout Northeastern Pennsylvania. Whether it was high school football or 9-10 year old all-star softball, the communities

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FOLLOWING THE FORGE

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VA R S I T Y G I R L S S O C C E R

Playoff berth main goal of area girls soccer teams Lady Patriots and Warriors hoping to advance to post season this year By Matt Page

Dispatch Correspondent

Pittston Area

After finishing one spot out of the playoffs at third (behind Honesdale and North Pocono) in a tough Wyoming Valley Conference Division 2A, renamed Division 3 for this season, the Pittston Area Lady Patriots will look to bounce back and push for a playoff berth. “Our goal is to improve on our .500 record from last year,” said Coach Nicole Tieso. The Lady Patriots are still very young but the underclassmen have varsity experience from 2011. PA is returning experience on offense and defense as seniors Mallory Yozwiak and Sarah Kosik will anchor the defense in front of junior goal keeper Jordan Cumbo, who recorded 101 saves last year. Senior Danielle Fereck and junior Liz Mikitish will look to control the ball in the midfield and distribute the ball to super sophomore Sara Ruby who will be providing the goals for the Lady Patriots. Together, Ruby and Mikitish combined for 20 goals and six assists last season – Ruby 11goals 3 assists and Mikitish 9 goals 3assists – and the two, being a year more experienced, should terrorize defenses. The loss of Kaylene Sutkowski and Sara Kielbasa will hurt the Lady Patriots but they have so much depth that they should be able to combine to fill the holes left by the two. “We have a number of players who could play a few different positions,” said Tieso. “So, we will be able to adjust and rotate depending on what we need for a particular game.” With not enough upperclassmen to field a team, it will be the underclassmen – 12 sophomores and six freshmen – who will be forced to step in and contribute heavily. PA boasts a roster that has five seniors Yozwiak, Kosik, Fereck, Nicolette

Senior members of the Pittston Area High School girls soccer team are, from left, Danielle Fereck, Sarah Kosik, Nicolette Bradshaw, Emily Bogdan, Mallory Yozwiak.

Bradshaw and Emily Bogdan and only four juniors. The Lady Patriots need solid performances from their underclassmen as well as smart play and strong senior leadership if they want to improve on last season and get into the playoffs. They Lady Patriots open at Hanover on Tuesday, March 27. Wyoming Area

The Lady Warriors missed out on the playoffs last year, finishing third in Wyoming Valley Conference Division 2B, renamed Division 4 this season, behind Meyers and Tunkhannock. They will look to improve on their 6-6-1 mark and make a push for the division title but lost one of the top players in the division in Katie Scalzo to graduation. However, the Lady Warriors See GOAL, Page 60

Senior members of the Wyoming Area High School soccer team are, from left, Habibah Njiaju, Shannon Ritts, Josie Matosky, Amanda Coolbaugh and Jenna Skrinak.

Wyoming Area High School Warriors head south WA baseball team travels to West Virginia for spring training By Tom Romanelli

Dispatch correspondent

With baseball season right around the corner, the Wyoming Area Warriors took their preseason training one step further as they departed Friday morning, March 16, for their annual trip to West Virginia. The Warriors will be playing four games in West Virginia over the weekend. Two games for the JVs and two for Varsity against the Martinsburg Bulldogs and the Jefferson Cougars. “We’re hoping to have our younger guys come together and

build chemistry,” said Wyoming Area head coach Chick Andrewscavage. Although it would be nice to take home some victories against these tough opponents, the team is not going down there looking to win. “We’re not emphasizing wins,” said Andrewscavage. “We’re looking to play well and achieve the things we have been practicing.” Wyoming Area has a very young, yet very talented, group of players this season. They only have two full-time starters re-

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HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL

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Members of the Wyoming Area baseball team board the bus for West Virginia at the high school in Exeter early Friday morning. PHOTOS BY BILL TARUTIS

Wyoming Area baseball players Freddy Cefalo, left, Jake Wysocki, Jake Granteed, and Mikey Carey wait for the bus outside the high school at 6:40 a.m. Friday for their annual trip to West Virginia.

Left, Wyoming Area baseball player Anthony Chiampi loads equipment on the bus for their annual trip to West Virginia at the high school in Exeter early Friday morning. Below, the Wyoming Area baseball team poses for a photo before boarding the bus for West Virginia early Friday morning.

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SPORTS BRIEFS

PA girls basketball boosters plan ‘Legends Day’ The Wyoming Area Field Hockey Parents Association will hold a meeting on Tuesday, March 20 at 7 p.m. at the Moose Lodge in West Pittston. Parents of field hockey players grades 7 through 12 who are planning on playing for the Fall 2012 season are encouraged to attend. We will be electing new officers and discussing fund raisers and Summer Leagues.

Hughestown girls softball

County Line Girls Softball

WA field hockey meeting

for more information. The day will include the dedication ceremony, the Alumni Game, and a tournament featuring all current teams in the MOF Softball League. Visit www.freewebs.com/mofsoftball for more info. Inaugural Big Blue Devil Golf Classic set

The regular monthly meeting of the Wyoming Area Football Parents Association has been changed to Thursday, March 22 at 7:00 p.m. at Cuz’s Catering Hall on Susquehanna Avenue in Exeter. All parents of players in grades 7th to 12th are encouraged to attend. WAFPA would like to thank all our sponsors and parents for making our Annual Night at the Races fundraiser a success.

The WA Ice Hockey banquet is at Fox Country Club, in West Pittston on Saturday, March 31 at 2 p.m. There will be a Skate Night Fundraiser on Friday, March 30 at the Revolution Ice Center in Pittston from 7:30 to 9 p.m. The parents of the WA Ice Hockey team will be working the Penguins games, at the Nacho Express cart, located near the West gate to support the team.

The inaugural Big Blue Devil Golf Classic will take place May 20 at the Blue Ridge Trail Golf Club. Cost for the Captain and Crew event will be $125 per golfer or $500 per foursome. Cost includes cart and green fees, tournament dinner, cash prizes to flight winners and runners-up, scats, prizes and tournament golf shirt. To register your team, email BigBlueDevilClassic@gmail.com or 570-650-9356. Spots in the tournament are expected to go fast, so reservations are required as soon as possible. Scholarship sponsorships are available for $250; Hole sponsorships for $100; and a $50 patron sponsorship is also available. All sponsorships will be advertised at this year’s tournament and other events to take place this year. Donations are tax deductible. If you cannot play and wish to make a donation to the Richard P. Notari Sr. Scholarship Fund, you can mail donations care of Rick Notari, 13 Lincoln St., Old Forge, PA 18518. Checks can be made payable to the Richard P. Notari Sr. Scholarship Fund.

West Pittston Rams

MOF Softball Field to be dedicated

The West Pittston Rams Parents Association’s 1st Annual Golf Tournament will be held April 28 at Four Seasons Golf Course. We are currently looking for Hole Sponsors; if you or your business would be interested please contact Chrissy Fernandes at (570) 954-0329. The Parent’s Association is newly formed to help raise money for The West Pittston Rams Jr Football & Cheerleading Association. This year’s pro-

The Moosic-Old Forge Men’s Softball League and Old Forge Borough Council invites all former players, coaches and umpires to the dedication of the Robert V. Semenza Softball Field at Pagnotti Park. Ceremonies will be held April 21 at 1 p.m. Any former players who would be interested in participating in an "Alumni Game" are asked to contact Tony DiMattia at (570) 335-5596 or Pat Revello at (570) 430-1113

Dupont sets field day

The league will have sign-ups every Wednesday in March at borough building on the second floor from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30. Girls 6 to 14 can join from any our surrounding towns. Also the league is looking for sponsors for the league and teams. With questions call Dave at 709-5727or Joanne, 457-3475.

County Line Girls Softball League meeting has been rescheduled to Wednesday March 21 at 6:30 p.m. at the Dupont Borough Bldg. Age brackets, rules and schedule will be the topics. Towns so far involved in league are Dupont, Taylor, Minooka, and North Scranton. For more information call Bob at 881-8744.

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ceeds from the golf tournament will help purchase new helmets for the football players. Most of the helmets are outdated and can’t be reconditioned.

The Pittston Area Girls Basketball Booster Club is planning a "Legends Day." The boosters invite former basketball players from Pittston Area, Seton Catholic and Wyoming Area High Schools to participate. The games will feature men’s games and women’s games. It will be a round robin format. The Booster Club would also like to include the former cheerleaders from all three schools to come out and cheer. “Legends Day” will be held on Saturday, April 28 at the Thomas R. Kelly gymnasium at Pittston Area High School. For more information please contact Kathy Healey at 510-9044 or coachhealey20@aol.com.

will look to fill the hole left by Scalzo and the rest of last year’s seniors with a lot of depth and experience as they have 15 juniors and six seniors returning. One of those returnees is junior Valerie Bott. She will look to return in a big way for WA after she missed all of last season with a torn ACL. Bott was stellar in her freshman season, finding the back of the net 17

times. The Lady Warriors also return two of their top three scorers in senior forward Jenna Skirnak and sophomore midfielder Sam Acacio. The two combined for 11 goals but will look to pair with Jenn Bone – who dished out a team leading six assists last season – and Bott to form an exciting offense. Another thing to watch for is how junior Jordan Chiavacci and sophomore Felicia Turner handle taking over in the net for the graduated Kate Vitale. They will need to play up to the level

Dupont Softball/Teeball will have a field cleanup day Saturday, March 24 at 9 a.m., with a rain date of Saturday, March 31. Volunteers are asked to bring, gloves, rake and/or broom. Also opening day is set for Sunday, April 15 at 1 p.m., details to follow. Check website athttp://dupontsoftball.clubspaces.com for more info.

of Vitale if WA is going to improve on their .500 mark from last year. “We have a few holes in key positions from our seniors last season,” said first year head coach Mike Sokolas. “But that depth and experience ultimately should balance it out.” Habibah Njijau, Nina Meighan, Liz Jones, Josie Matosky, Amanda Gallagher, Shannon Ritts and Abby Schwerdtman should also all contribute heavily to the success of the Lady Warriors this season. “We have a lot of talent re-

Warrior Legacy

The Wyoming Area Football Alumni Association is collecting old Warrior football programs, Sunday Dispatch Goalpost editions, and other printed memorabilia for posting on the internet. The Warrior Legacy Project can be viewed at www.wyomingareafootball.org Thus far, with the exception of 1981 and 1985, all programs since 1980 have been posted. Programs and printed materials from 1966 to 1979 are needed. Pictures of cheerleaders and coaches are also being captured and will be posted at a later date. Anyone who has a 1981 or 1985 Warrior football program, or programs printed from 1966 to 1979, is asked to contact Nick Perugini at nperugini@aol.com. Materials will be scanned and returned promptly to the owner. Pace Setter 3-on-3

The Pace Setter Athletic Club of Northeastern Pa. will conduct a 3 on 3 tournament and skills contest day on Sunday, April 1 at the Greater Scranton YMCA in Dunmore. Action begins at noon with a one-hour instructional clinic, followed by 3-on-3 competition and shooting and skills contests for three-player teams of boys and girls in grades 6-7-8. A Pizza Party, NCAA Final Four coverage and additional YMCA activities are also included. For further information contact; Pace Setter A.C. at 347-7018 or 575-0941 or email pacesetterbasketball@verizon.net. GBA tournaments scheduled

The Girls Basketball Association (GBA) will be hosting over 45 tournaments in the Ohio, West Virginia and Pennsylvania in 2012. All tournaments are open to girls in grades 3-11. For a listing of all GBA Spring Tournaments, visit www.gbabasketball.com or call 740-685-2468 for more information.

turning from last season, coupled with some new talent, it will surely create an interesting season,” said Sokolas. “If we stay healthy and make the necessary adjustments as the season goes on we should compete for a division title.” Mike Sokolas is no stranger to Wyoming Area soccer. The 20 year old Coughlin graduate and Plains Township resident was the assistant coach for the WA junior high team last season. Under him, the team went 12-2-2. While at Coughlin, Sokolas played midfield and de-

fense until his sophomore season when he was forced to retire from the field due to injuries. While he played, the lessons he learned from his coaches is the basis of his coaching style. “They were instrumental also in teaching me the game,” said Sokolas. “What these girls are seeing from me is a combination of all of their coaching styles. I love the game of soccer and want to pass my love of the game on to these 33 girls.” The Lady Warriors open their season at home on Thursday, March 29 versus Meyers.

2012 girls high school soccer schedules Wyoming Area

March 23 NANTICOKE (preseason) March 27 at GAR (preseason) March 29 MEYERS April 3 at MMI April 9 TUNKHANNOCK April 13 PITTSTON AREA April 17 at Hanover April 19 HONESDALE April 23 at North Pocono April 25 WYOMING SEM. April 30 GAR May 2 at Meyers May 7 MMI May 9 at Tunkhannock May 11 at Hazleton Pittston Area

March 27 at Hanover March 29 HONESDALE April 3 at North Pocono April 9 WYOMING SEM April 13 at Wyoming Area April 17 Tunkhannock April 19 at MMI April 23 MEYERS April 25 at GAR April 30 HANOVER May 2 at Honesdale May 9 at Wyoming Sem May 16 NORTH POCONO

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The Wilkes-Barre Wings Pee Wee A team took first place in the Canadian Cup Tournament in Montreal, Quebec at the Les 4 Glaces ice rink this month, beating teams from New Jersey, Boston, and Quebec. This is the first time the Wings made the trek to Montreal, Quebec to win gold. In their first game, the Wings tied with the Boston Stars, 1-1. They followed that up with a 5-4 win against the New Jersey Devils and a 3-0 defeat of the Montreal Rockets. The Wings then defeated the New Jersey Devils again, 4-3, in the championship game with a nail-biter of a game that went into sudden death overtime. Andy Faist, goalie for the Wings was named Most Valuable Player of the game and Geoffrey Walton scored the winning goal and was named Most Valuable Player of the tournament. The Wilkes-Barre Wings hockey team is coached by Rich Mihelic and Paul Eyerman. The team consists of 12- and 13year-old players from the area and skates at the Ice Rink at Coal Street.

Members of the Wilkes-Barre Wings Pee Wee A team who won first place in the Canadian Cup Tournament in Montreal are Andrew Faist, Factoryville; Jacob Switzer, West Pittston; Mitchell Forgash, Forty Fort; Trey Leo, Dallas; Josh Moses, Kingston; Liam Barrett, Dallas; Geoffrey Walton, Plains; Jake Bartosiewicz, Plymouth; Joseph Gallia, Pittston; Dylan Davenport, Dallas; Matthew Proski, Plymouth; Jake Rosner, Mountaintop; Avery Pruden, Bloomsburg; Shane Angle, Mountaintop; and John Usavage, Kingston.

Self defense rankings conducted

Galli’s Fighting Chance School of Self Defense recently conducted rank testing for children’s classes. Students who participated in the test are, from left, first row, Sydney Kruszka, Luke Coolbaugh, Ryan Dietrich, Sam Coolbaugh, Lydia Peeler, Nathan Novakowski, Rocco Pizano, Connor Novakowski. Second row, Master Len Galli, Instructor Brandon Galli, Instructor Ralph Kovaleski, Carmen Marranca, Marissa Kovaleski, Daniel Hamstra, Erin Ainsworth, Vincenzo Scotto, Master John Byrd, Brittany Neely, special guest Master Eric Kovaleski. Testing included calisthenics, traditional Tang Soo Do techniques, sparring, breaking and forms. Absent at the time of the photo was Matthew Ragantesi.

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turning to the team this year so they will be using this time as a chance to get used to playing together. “We learn as we play this year. I love the attitude and energy that these kids are bringing,” said Andrewscavage. Whether the Warriors win or lose in West Virginia, one thing can be counted on is that they players will be gaining great experience before the season starts and be given the chance to come together as a team. “The younger kids will find out what it means be a team,” said Andrewscavage. “The [players] will find out a lot about themselves this weekend about what kind of season they’ll have or who steps up to lead the team.”

Local youth hockey team wins gold in Montreal

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SPORTS

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HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL

Preseason in full swing

By Don McGlynn

dmcglynn@psdispatch.com

The Pittston Area and Old Forge High School baseball teams faced off in a scrimmage on Saturday, March 17 at 10 a.m. at Pittston Area. The teams played five and half innings, and ended the game on a 3-3 tie. Trailing 2-1 in the bottom of the second inning, Pittston Area’s Jordan Houseman scored on a base hit from Justin Martinelli. Old Forge took the lead back on a Dave Argust RBI single in the top of the fifth, bringing in Mike Vieira to put the Blue Devils up 3-2.

A sacrifice fly hit by Pittston Area’s Brian Delaney in the bottom of fifth that brought in his brother Michael Delaney tied the game. Neither coach had a problem ending the day on a tie, saying the game was more about seeing what their team can do on the field. “At this point in the year we’re just trying to give everyone a look to see who we have out there on our team,” said Pittston Area head coach Paul Zaffuto. Pittston Area will begin the regular season on Friday, March 30 at Hazleton, Old Forge will take on Dunmore at home on Monday, April 2.

Old Forge's Chris Talipski slides safely home in a scrimmage against Pittston Area. PHOTOS BY BILL TARUTIS

Pittston Area catcher Tyler Loftus looks an Old Forge runner back to first base in a scrimmage in Hughestown on Saturday, March 17.

Pittston Area shortstop Pat McGinty, left, tags out Old Forge's Tyler Salerno at second base.

Pittston Area's Michael Schwab delivers a pitch against Old Forge Saturday morning in Hughestown.

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Old Forge's David Chromey delivers a pitch in a scrimmage against Pittston Area.

Old Forge's Ian Nemetz is tagged out by Pittston Area first baseman Josh Razvillas.

Moore rolls PT VFW league-best 830 Pittston Twp V.F.W. Bowling League

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Standings Seagulls 12-8; Tweety Birds 12-8; Flamingos 11-9; Blue Jays 9-11; Robins 9-11; Parakeets 7-13 Leaders Lee Lawrence 531; Sindie Toole 508; Therese Wrubel 498; Barb Lumley 475; Mary Kay Stetina 462; Cini Degennari 460; Judy Krifka 459; Evelyn Marsh 448; Shirley Gercak 444; Debbie Tanzalone 437 Modern Lanes

Team 1 15-5; Nomads 15-5; Phillies 10-10; Hot Shots 10-10; Bronx 3 9-11; Misfits 9-11; Red Robins 8-12 Scratch Game (Men) Tony Angelella 198; Red Parrish181; John Fialko; Dave Smith 173; Angelo Bellino 171 Scratch Game (Women) Jean Donnora 182; Marie Garrison 157; Phyllis Vavrek 156; Marilyn Fessler 154; Sharon Metz 152 Scratch Series (Men) Tony Angelella 525; John Fialko 514; Rich Queeney 458; Dave Smith 456; Angelo Bellino 446 Scratch Series (Women) Jean Donnora 506; Phyllis Vavrek 434; Marilyn Fessler 430; Marie Garrison 428; Faye Perry 409 Modern Lanes

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Standings

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John Diaco 751; John Snitko 735; Ron Maloney 722

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Bantam Division

Standings Team 7 20-8; Golden Blend 18-10; 2 Big 2 Small 17-11; Two 16-12; Dolls with Balls 14-14; Teenage Mutant Ninja Alpa 1117; Don’t Choke 10-18 Scratch Game (Men) James Wychock 269; Ryan Aita 245; Jared Saporito 234; Conrad Chapple 233; Dave Burge 233 Scratch Game (Women) Briana Eipper 258; April Haup 205; Bailey Eipper 258; Leah Cavello 193; Katlyn Scoble 180 Scratch Series (Men) Jared Saporito 655; Ryan Aita 650; Conrad Chapple 636; James Wychock 626; Dave Burge 590 Scratch Series (Women) Brianna Eipper 667; April Haupt 569; Bailey Eipper 511; Leah Cavello 505; Katlyn Scoble 500 Knights of Columbus

Standings Leonards FNRL Home 19-9; Biernacki Eye Assoc. 17-11; Insalaco DEV GP 14.5-13.5; Brandypatch 14-14; Ruane-Regan FNRL Home 14-14; Betterman 13.5-14.5; Pierce Drugs 11-17; Grudzinski Financial Services 919 Scratch Game High Scores Joe Liscosky 300; Robert Gebhardt Sr. 288; John Diaco 280 Scratch Series High Scores

Modern Lanes

Standings Skull Crushers 7-0; Lil Rascals 6-1; Dora and Diego 5-2; Pee Wee Girls 2-5; The Little Tomatoes 1-6 Scratch Game (Men) Michael Cavello 127; Tanner Alfano 98; Ethan Benson 86; Ian Haupt 85; Paul Simoncavage 85 Scratch Game (Women) Erica Gilligan 98; Alexis Kaslavage 88; Carey Wruble 78; Olivia Engle 74; Ashlyn Loyack 74 Scratch Series (Men) Michael Cavello 127; Tanner Alfano 98; Ethan Benson 86; Ian Haupt 85; Paul Simoncavage 85 Scratch Series (Women) Erica Gilligan 98; Alexis Kaslavage 88; Carey Wruble 78; Olivia Engle 74; Ashlyn Loyack 74 Standings The Pink Panthers17-4; 3 Stars 14.5-6.5; Skull Crushers 8-13; 3 Garilla 2.5-18.5 Scratch Game (Men) Bradley Gill 133; Dylan Petrucci 106; Brian Gill 98; James Dunstan 74; Jonah Astolfi 64 Scratch Game (Women) Bailey Loyack 121; Lu Lu Cavello 82; Lily Loughney 80; Emily Bryan 75; 66 Isabella Rowaham Scratch Series (Men) Bradley Gill 207; Dylan Petrucci 195; Brian Gill 193; James Dunstan 131; Jonah Astolfi 100 Scratch Series (Women) Bailey Loyack 212; Lily Loughney 144; Lu Lu Cavello 142; Emily Bryan 122; Savella Rowaham 122 Modern Lanes

Standings Sea Weavels 18-10; The Extreme Bowlers 18-10; Gutterball Busters 17-11; Five 16.5-11.5; Pin Killers 16-12; Rolling Thunder 15-13; Bowling Gods 13-15; Spare Change 13-15; Steelers 10.5-17.5 Scratch Game (Men) JJ Hood 173; Michael Javer 170; Joey Burridge 165; Kyle Chromey 164; Alex Hawk 160 Scratch Game (Women) Emily Cheskiewicz 164; Stephanie Nowak 138; Kaitlyn

Slusser 112; Gianna Colella 109 Scratch Series (Men) Alex Hawk 461; Joey Burridge 452; Justin Matos 445; Steven Langdon 421; Kyle Chromey 406 Scratch Series (Women) Stephanie Nowak 400; Emily Cheskiewicz 350; Kaitlyn Slusser 297; Gianna Colella 268 Junior Division

Standings Four 20-8; Five 14-14; The Destroyers 11-17; Young Money 1117; Eight 11-17; The Strikers 1018 Scratch Game (Men) Joshua Quick 235; Ryan Shulbski 204; Michael Gorski 192; Brian Wisowaty 187; Justin Palovchak 182 Scratch Game (Women) Olivia Astolfi 142; Jamie Zimmerman 138; Brandy Zimmerman Scratch Series (Men) Joshua Quick 632; Peter Urban 524; Justin Palovchak 503; Brian Wisowaty 491; Zachary Lagrue 490; Scratch Series (Women) Olivia Astolfi 384; Jamie Zimmerman 368; Brandy Zimmerman 267 Lady Birds

Standings Blue Jays 23-13; Tweety Birds 22-14; Seagulls 18-18; Flamingos 16-20; Robins 16-20; Parakeets 13-23 Leaders 3/14 Sandie Toole 659; Lee Lawrence 531; Therese Wrubel 507; Mary Kay Stetina 489; Barbara Slusser 485; Judy Krifka 477; Marlene Mikiewicz 464; Tricia Surrilla 463; Debi Krakoski 452; Maria Yonki 437 Leaders 2/29 Mary Kay Stetina 571; Sandie Toole 544; Lee Lawrence 536; Tricia Surrilla 534; Cini Digenarri 502; Deanna Yonki 471; Debbie Anzalone 467; Barbara Slusser 466; Jill Kody 451; Maria Yonki 437 Leaders 2/22 Mary Kay Stetina 539; Sandie Toole 537; Judy Krifka 536; Lee Lawrence 524; Therese Wrubel 483; Cini Digennari 483; Evelyn Marsh 478; Tricia Surrilla 476; Deanna Yonki 471; Maria Yonki 453

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Standings Water Medicine 20-8; Mark’s Pro Shop 19-9; Number 2 19-9; Team 11 17.5-10.5; Susquhanna Build 17-11; Tipsy Turtle 14-14; Klein Pallets 14-14; The Lions Den 14-14; Trimbett Detect 13.514.5; The Donkeys 8-20; Seven 7-21; Scratch Game Jason Stetina 300; Dan Rebovich 300; Brian Perrego 290; Dave Rice 289; Dave Tarullo 279; John Grohowski 279; Ted Michalica 278; Kyle Harkenreader 278; Tim Black 269; PJ Sonday 263; Matt Piazza 268 Scratch Series John Grohowski 798; Brian Perrego 797; Jason Stetina 793; Kyle Harkenreader 759; PJ Sonday 737; Dan Rebovich 734; Matt Piazza 730; John Martin

727; Walt Ianoski 714; Ted M. Chaliga 704

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HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL

Old Forge Blue Devils honored at football banquet The Old Forge High School football team recently honored members of the team for their contribution during the 2011 season at the Blue Devils Football Banquet held at All Season Banquet Facility in Moosic.

Rick Notari presents Old Forge High School senior Louis Febbo with the annual Izzy Diaz Memorial Award .

Old Forge Head Football Coach Mike Schuback, right, presents senior Joey Ciuccio with the Unsung Hero Award at the team's recent banquet. PHOTOS SUBMITTED

Old Forge Head Football Coach Mike Schuback, right, and his daughter, Madison, present senior Cory Stuart with the Nicole Schuback Memorial Award at the team's recent banquet.

Rick Notari presents the annual John Scavo Memorial Award to Old Forge High School senior Colin Carey .

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RIGHT: Old Forge Head Football Coach Mike Schuback presents senior Ryan Cadwalder with the Most Improved Player Award at the team's recent banquet.

LEFT: Richard and Beverly Tomasetti present the Coach Vince Tomasetti Outstanding Lineman Award to Old Forge senior Anthony Trotta, center, at the team's recent football banquet.

Robert Giglio presents the annual Anthony Giglio Memorial Love of Live Award to Old Forge High School senior football player David Argust

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SPORTS PIX

Basketball seniors honored

Wyoming Area ice hockey team

Seniors members of the Pittston Area boys basketball team and their parents were recently honored during Senior Night. From left, are Grace and Don Sklanka with Steven Sklanka, Maria and Carl Stravinski with Steve Stravinski and Lynn and Tom McDermott with Shaun McDermott.

Above, is the Wyoming Area High School ice hockey team, from left, first row, Billy Weiss and Mark Paluski. Second row, Brittani Shearer, Aaron Dobbs, Aaron Lee, Allyson Tokar, Tyler Porfirio, David Alberigi, Zachary Lahart, Keegan Thomas. Third row, Jeremy Stach, Daulton Shearer, David Hawk, Eric Smith, Alex Chronowski, Dakota Thomas, Brain McNew, Michael Dolan. Fourth row, Coach Frank Hawk, Zachary Scrobola, Tyler Yarick, Dalton Thomas, Coach Mike Kopec, Evan Rider, Billy Romanowski and Coach Rich Terrran. At left are tge departing Senior members from left, David Hawk and Michael Dolan.

OFE Travel Team wins Throop tourney

Gutowski scores 500th point

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Holy Rosary eighth-grade student Joey Gutowski recently scored his 500th point in a league game at the Seton Catholic gym. From left, are Coach Jerry Marsh, grandfather Jim Antonio, Gutowski, parents, J.P. and Karen Gutowski, and sister, Breanna.

The Old Forge Elementary Sixth Grade Travel Team won the Richard Vinansky Memorial Basketball Tournament sponsored by the Troop Travel League. From left, seated, are Patrick Donovan and Joey Verespy. Standings, DJ Megotz, Kevin Welsh, Mason Boettger, Brendan Mozeleski and Brandon Nee.

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OBITUARIES Walter J. Shandra, Pittston, died Friday, March 16, 2012, at Hospice Community Care Wilkes-Barre. He was born October 25,1943, in Pittston, son of the late Mother Mary (Zawatski) Shandra and the late James Shandra. He was preceded in death by a sister Madeline Borino. He is survived by his wife, Donna Ferretti Shandra; sons Rico Shandra and J.J. Shandra,

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organ and games for children. Pizza will be served at the end of the day’s activities.

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Bowling scores

Universal High Scratch Series scores: Jerry Coggins, 665; David Titton, 649; Raymond Silveri, 648;Lowell Stoss, 644; Leonard Trolio, 629; Jim Lavelle III, 629; Dale Reese, 619; Mark Prebish, 608; Edward Collins, 600; Tom Titton, 592. National High Scratch Series scores: John Kulick, 724; Allyn Jr. Ferretti, 691; Keith Weinschenk, 687; Paul Migliorino, 682; Bruce Rydzy, 676; Mark Kulick, 669; Jerry Coggins, 646; Edward Collins, 640. Junior/Senior High Scratch Series scores Men’s division: Peter Kulick, 677; Billy Jr. Elko, 625; Zachary McKitish, 588; Kyle Magda, 573; Austin Elko, 537. Women’s division: Courtney Osiecki, 447;Michelle Grossbauer, 430;Katie Wynn, 375; Warehouse Mixed League High Scratch Series scores Men’s division: Ron Shaw, 726; John Borgis, 726; Chris DeHaas, 605; Frank Obitz, 590; Matt Charney, 557. Women’s division: Melony Yurek, 459. Magic Circle High Scratch Series scores Men’s division: Don Whiting,

Walter J. Shandra

Helen T. Parrella

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March 14, 2012

both of Pittston; daughter Mary and husband John Auger I, El Paso, Texas; grandson John Auger II; brothers Edward Shandra, Pittston, Angelo Shandra, Wyoming, and James Shandra, Pittston; sisters Rita Shandra, Pittston, Mary LaFratte, Hughestown, and Frances Bobkowski, Edwardsville; numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services are entrusted to Graziano Funeral Home, Inc., Pittston Township. Viewing hours will be Sunday, March 18, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home.

Funeral services will begin at the funeral home at 9 a.m. on Monday, March 19. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. from St. Joseph Marello Parish (St. Rocco’s R.C. Church), Pittston, on Monday March 19. Interment services will follow at St. Rocco’s Cemetery, Pittston Twp. In lieu of flowers, donations may be in Walter’s name to St. Joseph Marello Parish, 237 William Street, Pittston, Pa 18640, or Hospice of The Sacred Heart: 601 Wyoming Avenue, Kingston, Pa 18704.

796; Vito Buzzetta, 691; Michael Rebovich, 659; John Colarusso, 643; Russ Stevens, 632; Joseph Chmiel, 627; Wally Zieminski, 604; Paul Chmiel, 603; Don Zieminski, 600; Francis Pupa, 600. Women’s division: Denise Gordon, 530; Lisa HEcl, 517; Marytheresa Pupa, 478; Sarah Helcoski, 353; Ashley Fuller, 293. Pittston Twp VFW High Scratch Series scores: Joe Sr. Walsh, 689; Jack Casper, 655; Wally Moore4, 615; Larry Jr. O”brien, 607; Joe Argenio, 596; Anthony Grieco, 594; Joe Jr. Walsh, 583; Joe Dalessandro, 575; John Blattner, 572; Joe Scarantino, 546. American High Scratch Series scores: Tom Spurin, 761; Dave Kern, 753; Francis Pupa, 719; Mark Kulick, 706; John Grohowski, 702; Gerry Reilly, 673; Pete Latona, 664; Tom Titton, 642; Scott Kowalczyk, 626; Al Jr. Cannarella, 609. Dupont Bowlerettes High Scratch Series scores: MaryLou Fereck, 518; MaryAnn Shugdinis, 507; Kim Kishel, 504; Helen Zapotoski, 485; Donna Kasa, 461; Debbie Stevens, 454; Irene Jemiola, 454; Trisha Chmiel, 449; Marytheresa Pupa, 440. Sunday Night Mixed High Scratch Series scores: Men’s division: Francis Pupa, 618; Joe Argenio, 618; Jim Rowlands, 575; Gene Wasko, 574; Joe Umbra, 568. Women’s division: Tina Evans, 436; N=Marianne Arge-

nio, 427; MaryLou Fereck, 416; MaryTheresa Pupa, 391; Courtney McKitish, 385. Boys division: Zachary McKitish, 500. Prep Boys High Scratch Series scores: Evan Elko, 404; Jesse Carlen, 377; Zachary Garbarino, 367; Joey Jones, 345; Anthony DePascale, 308; Charlie Boswell, 300; Joey Wruble, 296; Jimmy Dillon, 281; Tyler Granahan, 240; Brandon Savokinas, 234. Bantam/Prep Mixed High Scratch Series scores: Boys division: Zachary Elko, 280; Jeremy Lavelle, 223; Ozzie Dobrowalski, 222; Marc Piechota, 186; Jared Dickson, 184; Nicolas Aschenback, 161; Jacob Dobrowalski, 157; Martin Kuna, 156; Bradley Augenstein, 124; Sean Connors, 124. Girls division: Isabella Halapin, 175; Kacie Fisk, 144; Janelle Dudek, 115; Makenzie Kaminski, 99; Madison Mesaris, 92. Mixed Girls High Scratch Series scores: Sara Lukowich, 419; Erin Donnelly, 397; Alex McKitish, 395; Jordan Cegelka, 393; Morgan Mesaris, 385; Katie Kuna, 382; Samantha Piechota, 375; Rachael Solano, 367; Callie Kipp, 356; Hannah Maruhnich, 348. Mixed Boys High Scratch Series scores: Peter Kulick, 591; David Zydko, 528; Stephen Yuhas, 496; Michael Elko, 491; Paul Greco, 478; Joey Musto, 461; Anthony Zimmerman, 460; Michael Felter, 432; Spencer Saxon, 422; Evan Esposito, 364.

Helen T. Parrella, 97, of Exeter, passed away Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at the Green Mountain Nursing Home in Colchester, Vermont surrounded by her family. Born in Aldenshe was the daughter of the late Bartholomew and Pauline (Maday) Pierzchala. Helen attended Newport Twp. schools and was a member of St. Barbara Parish of St. Anthony of Padua Church, Exeter. She had worked as a spinner and bobbin girl in local silk mills, as a nurse’s aide and for the American Red Cross. She cherished her time with her children and their families. They were her greatest joy. She was predeceased by her second husband, Nicholas Parrella, in 2001, and her first husband, Eugene Warchal, in 1946; by her brothers Bartholomew and Henry Pierzchala; sisters, Mary Butchko, Josephine Rusczyk and Bernadine Vance; sisters-in-law, Josephine Cefalo, Angela Parrella, Margaret Valenti and brotherin-law Joseph Parrella. Surviving are her son Eugene Warchal and his wife Rosemarie, Freehold NJ; her

daughter Deborah Parrella and her husband Everett Marshall, Huntington, VT; a brother Chester Pierzchala and sisters Blanche Frankievich, Theodora Plocicki and Eleanor Hudak; five grandchildren Michael and Kenneth Warchal, Patricia Whitehead, and Nicholas and Hannah Marshall; four great grandchildren Nicholas, Brianna and Hunter Warchal and Elizabeth Whitehead. Also surviving is her dear friend and neighbor, Ann Barni, Exeter. Funeral will be held on Monday, March 19, at 9 a.m. from the Gubbiotti Funeral Home, 1030 Wyoming Ave., Exeter with a Mass of Christian burial at 9:30a.m. from St. Anthony of Padua Church (St. Barbara Parish) 28 Memorial Ave., Exeter. The Rev. Joseph Adonizio, will be celebrant. Interment will be in St. Cecilia’s Cemetery, Schooley St., Exeter. Relatives and friends may call on Sunday, March 18 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. To send the family expressions of sympathy or an online condolence please visit www.gubbiottifh.com.

Margaret Selenski March 13, 2012

Margaret Selenski, 89, of Wesley Village, and formerly of Wyoming, passed away Tuesday, March 13, 2012, at Hospice Community Care. She was the daughter of the late John and Anastasia Morgas Palsovitch. Margaret dedicated her life to being an excellent homemaker, mother and grandmother. She loved to listen to polka music, cook and spend time with her family. She was a member of St. Joseph’s Church of St. Moni-

ca’s Parish, Wyoming. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Selenski; sisters Olga Palsovitch, Helen Palsovitch and Florence Bednar; lifelong friend and neighbor Ann Basta. Surviving are her son, Larry Selenski, and his wife, Linda, Wyoming; daughter, Charlotte Selenski, Arizona; three grandchildren, four great-grandchildren; sister Marie Gurnari, Dallas. The funeral was held on March 15.

March 15, 2012

Lois Lothridge, 85, formerly of Wyoming, passed away Thursday, March 15, 2012 in the Wesley Village Nursing Facility, Jenkins Township. Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Mary Howell Jenkins. She was educated in the Scranton schools. Mrs. Lothridge was a member of the Wyoming United Methodist Church. Lois was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Preceding her in death were her husband, Lawrence Dale Lothridge; grandson Bradley Lothridge Jr.; son-in-law, James Singer, brothers, Harry

and Gomer Jenkins, and sister, Marion Leyland. Surviving are children, Bradley Lothridge, Shavertown; Linda Singer, Sauderton; Donna Saraga and her husband Michael, Rock Tavern, N.Y.; four grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held March 17 in the Metcalfe and Shaver Funeral Home Inc., 504 Wyoming Avenue, Wyoming, with the Rev. Dr. William D. Lewis of the Wyoming United Methodist Church officiating. Interment will be in the Memorial Shrine Cemetery, Carverton. Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Lois Lothridge to the Wesley Village Nursing Facility, 209 Roberts Road, Pittston, PA 18640 c/o MaryAnn Wheeler.

Frances L. Lapsansky March 15, 2012

and Ronald Lapsansky and his wife, Jessie, Avoca; grandchildren, Joseph Lapsansky, Brad Lapsansky and Kristen Lapsansky; a greatgranddaughter, Molly Mae Lapsansky; sisters, Sophie Griglock, Forty Fort; Ann Loyack, Kingston; Stella Vaxmonsky, Port Griffith; and Dolores Shock, Wapwallopen; numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Monday, March 19, at 9 a.m. from the Peter J. Adonizio Funeral Home, 251 William Street, Pittston, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in St. John the Evangelist Parish, William Street, Pittston. Interment in St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Exeter. Friends may call Sunday, March18, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m., at the funeral home. Online condolences may be made at www.peterjadoniziofuneralhome.com .

March 14, 2012

Paul J. Gritman, age 72, of Dallas, passed away Wednesday, March 14, surrounded by his family following a brief illness at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia. He was born in WilkesBarre, October 2, 1939, the son of the late Paul Aloysius Gritman and Dorothy McHale Gritman. Paul was a graduate of Coughlin High School, class of 1957, where he ran track. He was later inducted into the North East Regional Sports Hall of Fame, where he was honored for his outstanding achievement in track and field. Paul was a graduate of King’s College and earned his Master of Science Degree from the University of Scranton. Paul began his professional career at Retreat State Hospital in Hunlock Creek, where he worked for several years before taking a position at United Rehabilitation Services in Wilkes-Barre. In 1986, he became Assistant Superintendent of Clarks Summit State Hospital in Clarks Summit. He was later selected and served as the Superintendent of Danville State Hospital,

in Danville, where he retired in 2004. Paul continued working seasonally at H&R Block and thoroughly enjoyed being a tax preparer for over 25 years. He also worked part-time for many years in his family’s business, Grotto Pizza. He was a longtime member of the Wyoming Valley AIDS Council and Children’s Service Center Adoption Board. Paul also served as former advisory Board Chair of Luzerne/ Wyoming County MH/MR, as well as Vice Chair of the Board of Step by Step Inc., WilkesBarre. He was currently serving as Treasurer of The Arc of Luzerne County. Paul loved to travel and recently took a cruise with his son to tour Scandinavia and enjoyed a trip to Disney World with two of his grandchildren. Besides travel, Paul had a passion for race walking and participated in many walking races throughout the Wyoming Valley. He loved to read and go to the movies. Paul was an avid sports fan. He loved watching the Phillies and Giants. Above all, Paul had a genuine desire to help others in any way he could. Surviving are his wife of 47 years, the former Jane Pulieri; daughter Kimber-

ly Teufel and husband Steven, Royersford; sons, Paul, Exeter and Matthew, Wilkes-Barre. He was an adoring grandfather to Eric, Nicole, Kelly and Alex Teufel. Also surviving are his sister, Carole O’Malia, Calabasas, California, and four nieces. Funeral Services will be held Monday, March 19 at 9:30 a.m. from the Harold C. Snowdon Funeral Home Inc., 140 N. Main St., Shavertown. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10 a.m. in Gate of Heaven Church, 40 Machell Ave., Dallas. The Reverend Daniel A. Toomey will officiate. Interment will be made in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Hanover Township. Friends may call Sunday, March 18, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. The family would like to thank the staff of the WilkesBarre General Hospital and Thomas Jefferson University Hospital for their kind and gentle treatment of Paul during his illness. They would also like to thank all their extended family and close friends who helped during this trying time. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Step by Step Foundation, Cross Valley Commons, 744 Kidder St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702.

Josephine L. (Costello) Nardone March 14, 2012 Josephine L. (Pepper) Nardone, 92, of West Wyoming, passed away on Wednesday,

March 14, 2012. She was the daughter of the late Angelo and Giovanna (Jenny) Agnello Costello, Wyoming, Pa., and was married to the late Carmen Nardone, formerly of Pittston, Pa. Pepper was most happy spending time with her family, cooking and baking traditional Italian foods for all to enjoy. She liked to

spend time outdoors walking and gardening, and especially enjoyed dancing to the sounds of the Big Bands. She was a former member of the Parent Teachers Association of West Wyoming, St. Anthony’s Blessed Virgin Sodality, the Kingston Senior Center, and the Big Band Society. She is a member of Our Lady of Sorrows Parish in West Wyoming. Pepper is survived by children, Bob and his wife, Carmela; Donna Crissman; Richard and his wife, Roseann; Jean and her husband, Jay Gross; grandchildren,

Mario Nardone and Janelle Crissman; nieces and nephews. Pepper was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Carmen Nardone, five sisters and five brothers. A Mass of Christian Burial was held March 17 in Our Lady of Sorrows Church of St. Monica’s Parish, West Wyoming, with the Rev. Paul A. McDonnell O.S.J., officiating. Entombment was in the Denison Cemetery, Swoyersville. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

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Frances L. Lapsansky, 91, of Port Griffith, passed away Thursday, March 15, 2012 in Highland Manor, Exeter, surrounded by her family. Born in Plains on March 13, 1921, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Anna Kroll Gayewski. She attended Plains schools and was a homemaker. She was a member of St. John the Evangelist Parish, Pittston, and a former member of St. John the Baptist Church. She was a loving mother, grandmother and greatgrandmother and will be greatly missed. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Lapsansky, in 1996; brothers, Frank and John Gayewski; sisters, Mary Krywicki, Nellie Turos and Josephine Monko. Surviving are her children, Jean Lapsansky, Port Griffith; Joseph Lapsansky and his wife, Cathy, Pittston;

Paul J. Gritman

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Lois Lothridge

OBITUARIES

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Cassidy Summer Thomas

OBITUARIES

February 25, 2012

Cassidy Summer Thomas joined her eternal father in rest on Saturday, February 25, 2012. Cassidy was born, May 12, 2004, a shining star. She was a one of a kind kid, making people smile and laugh everywhere she went. She became a warrior when she was diagnosed with cancer, and taught her family to never give up. In the little time, she was on this earth she blessed many people’s lives with her presence and left an everlasting imprint in our hearts. We will never forget you Cassidy. Cassidy is the daughter of Amanda McDavitt Palmieri and David William Thomas Jr. (deceased). She will be sadly missed by her Great-great-grandmother Sue Bonanni, Greatgrandparents Carole Bonanni, Charlotte and George Thomas, Carl Zawatski Sr., Barbara and Bob Griffith Sr.

Grandparents Marie Bonanni, Carl Zawatski Jr., Dwayne McDavitt, Lisa Thomas, David William Thomas Sr. (deceased) and Dan Palmieri; Aunts Jo Ann and Heather Zawatski, Aunt Jamie and Uncle Dylan Thomas, Aunt Paula and Uncle Dean Robinson, Aunt Barbara Palmieri, Aunt Bonnie Lynn Thomas and cousin and close friend Samantha Sharksnas. She is survived by Geoff Palmieri (step-dad) and Cameron Palmieri (brother). A Memorial Mass will be held in honor of Cassidy at St. John Evangelist Church, William St., Pittston, PA., on March 31, 2012 at 9:30 AM. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The Cassidy Thomas Fund at the United Methodist Church, Corner of Broad and Church Sts., Pittston in care of Cathy Grillini, 49 Tedrick St, Jenkins Twp. 186402344 or to an individual’s charity of choice.

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Ann Scherer

Frank J. Jastrem, 91, of Plains, passed away on Sunday, March 11, 2012 at Little Flower Manor, Wilkes-Barre. Born in Plains, he was the son of the late Joseph and Mary Bronowicz Jastremski. He was a graduate of Plains High School, worked in the coal mines for 18 years and later furniture industry as a cutter. He was a World War II Army veteran, serving in the military police with the Manhattan Engineers at Los Alamos, New Mexico on the atomic bomb project. He also was a sniper and received rifle medals for sharp shooting. He was a member of Saint Peter and Paul Church, Plains, and American Legion Post 558, of Plains. He was a devoted husband, father and grandpa and loved to hunt and fish. He was preceded in death by brothers, Anthony and Joseph Jastremski; sisters, Helen

Jastremski, Loretta Michael, Catherine Kalkun and Leona Bishie. Surviving are his wife of 58 years, the former Bernadine Malyndziak; sons, John Jastrem of Dallas, Texas; Tom and his wife Susan of Phoenixville; grandsons, Thomas Jastrem Jr., Andrew William Jastrem; sister, Justine Koprevich of Cheektowaga, New York and brother John Jastremski of West Wyoming. Mass of Christian Burial was held on March 14 in Ss. Peter and Paul Church, Plains, with the Rev. Joseph Greskiewicz officiating. Interment was in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Carverton. Arrangements were by the Betz-Jastremski Funeral Home, Inc., Luzerne. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Saint Peter and Paul Church in Frank’s memory. To light a virtual candle or leave a message of condolence for his family, please visit www.betzjastremski.com.

March 13, 2012

Ann Scherer, 83, formerly of Harding, passed away, Tuesday, March 13, 2012, at the Smith Health Care Ltd. Nursing Home, Mountain Top, where she was a resident the past five years. Born in Pittston, she was a daughter of the late George and Eleanor Kelly Johnson. Prior to her retirement, Ann worked as a waitress at the for-

mer Aldino’s Manor, WilkesBarre. She was a member of Corpus Christi Parish. Ann was preceded in death by her husband, James, in 1998; granddaughter, Kristin; sisters, Rosemary Pearce and Margaret Kuhns. Surviving are her children, James, Hanover Township; Larry and his wife, Kathy, Port St. Lucie, Fla.; Cathy and her husband, Nicholas Carbonaro, Mountain Top; and David and his wife, Michelle, Bethlehem;

grandchildren, Steven Scherer, Larry Scherer, Vincent and Nicole Carbonaro, David and Matthew Scherer; great-grandchildren, Kaylie and Jack Scherer, Gabriela and Silvia Carbonaro. Private funeral services were held on Saturday, March 17 from the Gubbiotti Funeral Home, 1030 Wyoming Ave., Exeter. Interment will be in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Carverton. To send the family expressions of sympathy or online condolences please visit www.gubbiottifh.com.

Rose Barbara Tarantino Zang March 3, 2012

Rose Barbara Tarantino Zang died Saturday, March 3, 2012 in Wright Memorial Hospital, Trenton, MO, after an illness. She was 89. Born to Guiseppe and Lauretta Madea Tarantino in Sykesville, PA on July 10, 1922, she grew up in Exeter, married William A. Zang from West Pittston in1946 and eventually moved to Tindall, MO where they managed a family farm. Rose was actively involved in farm life but also spent many creative hours decorat-

ing her home, making her children’s Halloween costumes and painting landscapes, still life and much sought-after antique trunks. She was a member of the St. Ann’s Altar Society of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Trenton and sang in the choir. She was predeceased by her husband Bill, her second husband Glen Kelly, daughter Margaret (Peggy) Ramirez and by brothers William J., Albert and Ross Tarantino, Andrew Herman and Thomas

DeStefano and sisters Mary Pancotti, Emma Noone and Blanche Semenza. She is survived by son William Zang of Trenton, MO; daughters Dr. Barbara (Bonnie) Zang of Worcester, MA and Loretta McClure of Tulsa, OK, eight grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews and two sisters-inlaw Margaret Zang of West Pittston and Patricia DeStefano of McDonough, GA. Services were held in Trenton, MO.

Earl G. Meginess March 10, 2012

Earl G. Meginess, 76, of Wilkes-Barre Township, died Saturday, March 10, 2012 at Hospice Community Care. Born August 7, 1935 in Wilkes-Barre, he was a son of the late Earl Meginess and Ann Schmidt Fritzges. Earl was a graduate of E.L. Meyers High School. A Marine Corps veteran, he served during the Korean Conflict. Before retiring, Earl was a letter carrier for the United States Postal Service for 35 years.

Earl was a long-time member of Lodge 61 F&AM, Irem Shrine Temple and Country Club and American Legion Post 672 in Dallas, where he played in the Tuesday card club. His wife, Patricia "Patti" Cunningham Meginess, died June 20, 2010. A brother, John Fritzges, also preceded him in death. He will be greatly missed by his children, Megan and her husband Anthony Manganaro of Pittston and Mark and his wife Eva of Wilkes-Barre Township; grandchildren, Derek James and his wife Erica Toole, Katie Toole, Andi and

Kelli Meginess. Celebration of Earl’s Life was held on March 13 at McLaughlin’s - The Family Funeral Service, 142 South Washington Street in Wilkes-Barre. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery in Hanover Township. Memorial donations are preferred and may be made to Shriners Hospitals for Children, Office of Development, 2900 Rocky Point Drive, Tampa, FL 33607. Permanent messages and memories can be shared with Earl’s family at www.celebratehislife.com.

Jean Marie Kislavage

March 10, 2012 Jean Marie Kamus Kislavage, 67, peacefully departed her life’s journey on Tuesday, March 13, 2012, in the Commonwealth Hospice Inpatient Unit at St. Luke’s Villa, Wilkes-Barre, with her loving family and friends by her side. Jean was born November 27, 1944 in Pottsville, and was a daughter of the late Alfred and Florence Yakus Kamus. She graduated from Swoyersville High School in 1961, and had recently retired from her employment at the Luzerne County Court House, after serving the county for many years. Jean was a loving wife, mother,

and grandmother, who enjoyed playing her accordion, listening to polkas, cooking all different kinds of meals, and going to Atlantic City. She had a heart of gold and would open it to anyone in need. She is survived by her husband of 18 years, Leonard; daughters, Anita Switzer and her husband, Donald, of Nanticoke; Janine Lancaster and her husband, Jason, of Dallas; Rosalie Stahl and her husband, Stephen, of Hunlock Creek; stepson, Leonard Kislavage Jr. of WilkesBarre; stepdaughter, Susan Maslar of Nanticoke; brothers, Leonard Yakus of Omaha, Neb.; Alfred Kamus of Garfield, N.J.; Richard Kamus of Swoyersville; Joseph Kamus of Huntsville, Ala., and Robert Kamus of

Swoyersville; sister, Patricia Hosier of Harding; grandchildren, Brandon Leigh Switzer and Samantha Jean Lancaster; and stepgrandchildren, Hillary Stahl, Elizabeth Stahl, Marlee Stahl, Eva Maslar, David Maslar, Chelsea Maslar and Jacob Maslar. Jean’s funeral service was held on March 16 in the Curtis L. Swanson Funeral Home Inc., corner of Routes 29 & 118, Pikes Creek, with the Deacon Joseph DeVizia officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be sent to the National Kidney Foundation , 111 Independence Mall East, Suite 411, Philadelphia, PA 19106. Online condolences can be made at clswansonfuneralhome.com.

Samuel Charles Granteed March 1, 2012

Samuel Charles Granteed, 78, of Hollywood, Florida, formerly of Hughestown, died March 1, 2012 surrounded by his loving family. He was the son of the late Dominick and Josephine Capitano Granteed. He graduated from Hughestown High School after which he enlisted in the United States Army for two years. He was the proprietor of Gran-

teed’s Pizza in Scranton until he moved his family to Florida. He was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Filippi Granteed. He is survived by three sons, Dominic, Pembroke Pines, Florida; Louie, Fort Lauderdale, Florida; Nick, of Davie, Florida and four grandchildren, Erica, Brooke, Joseph and Justin Granteed. Also surviving are brothers, Joseph and Dominick, Exe-

Anna Klush March 13, 2012 Anna Klush, Pittston, passed away Tuesday, March 13, 2012, in Riverstreet Manor, WilkesBarre. Born in Exeter, on March 2, 1926, she was a daughter of the late John and Anna Kolesar Granahan. Anna was a 1944 graduate of St. Cecelia’s High School, Exeter. Prior to retirement, she was employed at American Cigar, West Pittston, and Edelstein’s Fabric Store, Pittston. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Frank C. Klush; brothers, Joseph and John Granahan; and sister, Kay Gutkowski. Anna is survived by sons, Gerard Klush and wife Amy, Pittston; Frank

Klush and his wife Karen, Mountain Top; daughter, Theresa Oliver and husband Charles, Wyoming; sisters, Bernice Winsohky, Manville, N.J.; Christina Brown, Manville, N.J.; Margaret and husband William Allabaugh, Hanover Township; and seven grandchildren. The funeral was held on March 16 in the Kizis-Lokuta Funeral Home, 134 Church St., Pittston. Interment was in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Carverton. The family would like to thank Dr. Kovalick from the Kingston Family Practice. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Gerard Klush, 43 Webster St., Pittston, PA 18643.

ter; sisters, Carmella Palermo, Hughestown; Patricia Bennet, Exeter and many nieces and nephews. Military services were held March 5 from the Landmark Funeral Home in Hollywood, Florida followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Trinity Catholic Church. A memorial mass will be held locally at a date and time to be announced. Sw eet16 In H eaven In Loving M em ory

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In 1978, a new rectory was built. He renovated the Parish twice, installed new pews, a new organ, a modern electronic bell system and an air conditioning system that was donated by the Holy Name Society, was installed. Also, a Candle Chapel was built adjoining the church with the grotto along the grounds of the church. A new sacristy was built, the side entrance of the Church was renovated and a handicapped accessible ramp was added. Also, the front entrance to the church was enhanced with the installation of a canopy enclosure over the stairs. Father Brozena also established a war memorial honoring the Veterans from the Parish. Father Brozena will always be remembered for his devotion to the beautiful Polish customs, traditions and especially Polish Hymns. In addition to his parents, Father was preceded in death by his brother, who passed away in 1995, Father Clement Brozena, a priest of the Diocese of Scranton, who also served as an assistant Pastor at St. Michael the Archangel of Old Forge. Father is survived by cousins, Albert Romanick and his wife, Helen; Joseph Romanick and his wife, Mary; Nancy Heffers and her husband, Jim; and Robert McDonough and his wife, Holly; and caregivers, Stanley and Marion Viercinski, with whom he resided for four years after his retirement. A Vigil Mass was celebrated at Ss. Peter & Paul Church, Scranton with the Reverend Samuel J. Ferretti, Dean, presiding. A Pontifical Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated by the Most Reverend Joseph C. Bambera, D.D., J.C.L., Bishop of Scranton, on Thursday, March 15 in Ss. Peter & Paul Church, Scranton. Interment was in Saint Mary’s Nativity Cemetery, Plymouth Township. Funeral arrangements were by the S.J. Grontkowski Funeral Home, 530West Main Street, Plymouth. Please visitwww.sjgrontkowskifuneralhome.com to submit online condolences to Father Brozena’s family.

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Reverend Joseph M. Brozena, Pastor Emeritus of St. Michael the Archangel Church, Old Forge and resident of Old Forge, age 79, passed away Saturday, March 10, 2012. Born February 8, 1933 in Plymouth, he was the son of the late Joseph M. and Phoebe Matelski Brozena. He received his early education at St. Mary’s Nativity grade school. He graduated from St. Vincent’s High School, Plymouth and pursued preparatory studies for the priesthood at St. Bonaventure University in Olean, N.Y., and graduated from Christ the King Seminary, Olean, N.Y. He was ordained to the priesthood May 31, 1958, in St. Peter’s Cathedral, Scranton, by the Most Reverend Jerome D. Hannan, D.D., late Bishop of Scranton. He celebrated his first mass in his home parish, Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Plymouth, on June 1, 1958. Father Brozena served as assistant pastor at St. Patrick’s Church, Milford, Pa.; Immaculate Conception Church, West Pittston; Ss .Peter & Paul Church, Scranton; St. Mary’s Church, Mocanaqua; Maternity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church, Wilkes-Barre; Holy Trinity Church, Nanticoke; and St. Michael the Archangel Church, Old Forge. While serving as assistant pastor of St. Michael the Archangel Church, he received his first and only pastorate position on September 3, 1974, where he faithfully served his people for 35 years. On July 9, 2008, he was appointed Pastor Emeritus of St. Michael the Archangel Church. His first task as the new pastor was instating a perpetual care program and paving the roads at the Parish Cemetery. Along with the Diocese of Scranton, he was an instrumental part of establishing Holy Cross Cemetery. He also oversaw the St. Michael the Archangel Shrine erected at the cemetery, as a tribute to the parishioners of his Parish. During his tenure many improvements were made to the parish.

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March 12, 2012 eight great-grandchildren. Funeral Services were entrusted to Graziano Funeral Home Inc., Pittston Township. Funeral services were held Friday March 16, 2012. A Mass of Christian Burial was held at 9:30 a.m. from St. Joseph Marello Parish (St. Rocco’s R.C. Church), Pittston. Interment was at St. Rocco’s R.C. Cemetery, Pittston Township. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Angela’s name to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718. Online condolences may be made at GrazianoFuneralHome.com.

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Josephine “Josie” Shifflett, 76, of Mountain Top, passed away suddenly Tuesday morning, March 13, 2012, in Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Plains Township, after suffering a heart seizure. Born in Inkerman, she was a daughter of the late Louis and Evelyn (Armillei) DeNardo. Josie was a graduate of Jenkins Township High School, and was employed as a sales assistant for TRANE of Dupont, until her retirement. Josie enjoyed having a great time with her family and friends and loved to make them laugh. She loved to go to the casino, making great meals, and spending time with her three buddies, Cleo, Stella and Pearl. She was preceded in death by her son, Tony Shifflett. Surviving are her daughter, Donna Shifflett, with whom she resided with in Mountain Top; grandchildren, Chad, Danielle, Ryan, Kristen; four great-grandchildren; sister, Jerry Stakowiak, and her husband, Gene, Baltimore, Md.; a

special person who was like another daughter to Josie, Kay Young; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Josie were held March 16 in the Corcoran Funeral Home Inc., 20 S. Main St., Plains Township, with Father Kenneth Seeger officiating. Interment was in the Italian Independent Cemetery, West Wyoming. Memorial donations may be made to the charity of one’s choice in Josie’s memory. Online condolences may be made at www.corcoranfuneralhome.com .

Dr. Charles Minkoff, 85, of Kingston, passed away Tuesday, March 13, 2012 in Hahnemann University Hospital in Philadelphia. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Rivian Stepen Minkoff, and their three children, Marcia (Larry Rosenthal), Marc (Rivka) and Larry (Mazal). He was the proud grandfather of Avraham, Chaya (Zalman Schapiro), Yehudis (Levi Blachman), Yossi, Chana Golda (Yechiel Nadler), Aliza (Adam Mervis), Aaron, Levi, Aron, Yehuda and Rina. He was the adoring great-grandfather of Necha, Nechama, Shterna, Raizel, Lipman Schapiro; Elisheva, Devorah, Shalom Minkoff; Avi, Eli, Raizel Blachman; Sarah, Chaya Mushka; Yehudis Nadler, and Moshe Mervis, all of whom he called his “bonuses.” He was a son of the late Max and Rebecca Minkoff, and was predeceased by his brother Harry and sister, Sylvia. He is survived by his brothers Herman and Stanley, Harrisburg; Leo and Donald, Kingston. He was a member of Ohav Zedek Synagogue and Ahavas Achim Synagogue of Luzerne. He was born in Swoyersville, raised in Luzerne and gradu-

tle League baseball, and later serving as Baseball Commissioner of the Teener’s League of Kingston. He was a skilled bowler for many years and always an avid fisherman, often crafting his own lures. He loved history and was an expert on the Civil War. He was a life member of Irving R. Rutstein Jewish War Veterans and a Free Mason. He was a devoted board member of Cori’s Place in WilkesBarre, a place very close to his heart. The family would like to express their deepest gratitude for the exceptional care by Dr. Rene Rubin and the nurses and staff of the 15th floor at Hahnemann. Also, the family extends a special thank you to wonderful neighbors, Lindsey and Ned Rowan, and Doug Rush, for all of their help. Memorial contributions can be made to the United Hebrew Institute, 60 S. River St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702, or Cori’s Place, 495 Wyoming St., Hanover Township, PA 18706. The funeral was held on March 14 in the Rosenberg Funeral Chapel, 348 S. River St., Wilkes-Barre. Burial followed in the Ohav Zedek Cemetery in Hanover Township. The family will sit Shiva at the Minkoff residence, 587 Gibson Avenue, Kingston, through Tuesday morning, March 20.

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Angela J. (Marranca) Cupano, a resident of Pittston, passed away on Monday, March 12, 2012 at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital surrounded by her children. She was born November 30, 1931, in Pittston, daughter of the late Samuel Marranca and Josephine (Cutro) Marranca. She was the wife of the late Charles Cupano. Surviving are sons, David Cupano, Luzerne; Robert Cupano, Pittston; and Ronald Cupano, Swoyersville; daughter Diane Luke, Pittston;10 grandchildren;

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Dorothy Ann Allegrucci, 83, a resident of Exeter, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday evening, March 11, 2012 at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Plains Township, surrounded by her loved ones. Her beloved husband was the late Gene J. Allegrucci, who passed away on April 16, 1999. Together, Gene and Dorothy shared 52 beautiful years of marriage. Born on July 26, 1928 in Plymouth, Dorothy was the daughter of the late Ralph and Lillian (Callahan) Ravert. Raised in Plymouth, Dorothy was a graduate of the former Plymouth High School, Class of 1946. Prior to her retirement, Dorothy was employed for over 20 years as a dietary aide for the Wesley Village, Jenkins Town-

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ship. Family was the center of Dorothy’s life and she treasured each moment she had with her loved ones. She will forever be remembered as a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Her spirit will always live on in the hearts of all those she held dear to her. In addition to her parents, Ralph and Lillian Ravert, and her husband, Gene, Dorothy was preceded in death by her brothers Richard Ravert and Ralph Ravert; her infant sister, Arlene Ravert. Dorothy is survived by her daughters, Gene Smith and her husband, Robert, with whom Dorothy resided; Adele Rogowski and her husband, Steven, of Wyoming; her grandchildren, Steven Rogowski Jr., Eugene Rogowski, Christina Smith, Robert Smith and Matthew Smith; her great-grandchildren, Steven III, Jennifer, Kyle, Aiden

and Matthew Rogowski; her brothers James Ravert and his wife, Patricia, of West Pittston; Charles Ravert and his wife, Janet, of Hunlock Creek; her nephews and friends. A private family funeral service was held on March 14 with the Reverend Kevin Mansfield, pastor of Faith Baptist Church, Plymouth, officiating. Interment will follow the funeral service in the Denison Cemetery, Swoyersville. For additional information or to send the family of Mrs. Dorothy A. Allegrucci an online message of condolence, you may visit the funeral home websitewww.wroblewskifuneralhome.com. Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made in Dorothy’s memory to the Blue Chip Animal Farm-No Kill Shelter, 974 Lockville Road, Dallas, PA 18612.

Ralph F. Hodgson Sr. March 13, 2012 tal Retardation in the Northeast Regional Office. He was a member of the Daddow-Isaacs American Legion Post 672, Dallas. He was also a member of the North Branch, Upper Susquehanna Quakers. He was a 50-year member of F & AM Lodge 332, Plymouth, and Caldwell Consistory. As an active member of the Irem Temple Shrine, he was a past president of the Arab Patrol, a past president of the Chanters, and a past president of the Wilkes-Barre Shrine Club. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Rita Duffy. Ralph was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. Surviving are his wife of 65 years, the former Margaret "Peggy" Ashman; son, Ralph F. Hodgson Jr. of North Brunswick, N.J.; three grandchildren, Gregory, Michael and Julie Hodgson; two nephews, Edmund and Richard Duffy. He will be sadly missed by his family, friends and the community at large. Friends called on March 16 in the Kniffen O’Malley Funeral

Home Inc., 446 S. Main St., Wilkes-Barre. Interment with Military Honors was held March 17 in Laurel Cemetery, Church Street, White Haven. To send Ralph’s family words of comfort and friendship, please visit www.BestLifeTributes.com . In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Irem Shriners Hospital Transportation Fund, P.O. Box 307, Dallas, PA 18612-0307. The Irem Transportation Fund arranges and pays for the transportation of children to the various Shriners Children’s Hospitals.

Matthew and Colinray Craven; sisters, Sophie Malys, Eleanor Schelling; Jean Zapusek; brother, John; nieces and nephews. The funeral was held on March 14 at Bednarski Funeral Home, 168 Wyoming Avenue, Wyoming, with a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph’s Church of St. Monica’s Parish, Wyoming. Interment was in St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Exeter.

Lillian S. Slusser March 9, 2012

Lillian S. Slusser, age 79, of Dupont, died Friday evening, March 9 at her home. She was the widow of Edward J. Slusser, who died on Sept. 13, 2003. The couple was married on Aug. 30, 1952. Born in Nanticoke, daughter of the late Andrew and Sophie Sowa, she was a graduate of the Nanticoke High School, class of 1950. She had lived in Dupont for many years and was a previous resident of Bound Brook, N.J. She had worked for the Pittston Area School District for 36 years in the cafeteria. She was a member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Dupont. Lillian wants to thank everyone who helped her in this difficult time, including the doctors and nurses at the Geisinger Cancer Center, especially Aimee Austin.

A special and sincere thank you is extended to John Kapelinski, her late husband’s cousin, for his compassionate care during her illness. Dziekuje Ci Z Calego Serca. Surviving are a son, Edward, Philadelphia; sister, Stephanie Kochuba, Nanticoke; brother, Henry Sowa, Brunswick, Ga.; nieces and nephews. Lillian was preceded in death by sisters, Marie Koszyk, Helen Shugdinis and Dorothy Berdziecki, and brothers, John and Edward Sowa. Funeral services were March 14 from the Lokuta-Zawacki Funeral Home, 200 Wyoming Ave., Dupont, with a Mass of Christian Burial at in Sacred Heart Church, 215 Lackawanna Ave., Dupont celebrated by the Rev. Joseph D. Verespy, pastor. Interment was in Holy Trinity Cemetery, Nanticoke. Donations can be made to Sacred Heart of Jesus Church or the Cancer Society.

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Ralph F. "Duke" Hodgson Sr., 87, of Brooks Estates, Pittston, formerly of Wilkes-Barre and Back Mountain, passed away Tuesday, March 13, 2012, in the United Methodist Homes, Wesley Village Campus, Pittston. Born in Plymouth, on June 14, 1924, he was a son of the late Ralph H. and Margaret F. Hodgson. He was a graduate of Plymouth High School. He was a veteran of World War II, having served in the U.S. Army 82nd Airborne Division, 505 PIR, and participated in the invasion of France on D-Day. He was awarded a Purple Heart for wounds he received in France. After World War II, he attended Bucknell Junior College in Wilkes-Barre (now Wilkes University) and received a degree. Later in life, he earned a master’s degree in social work (MASW) from the University of Pennsylvania. He worked in various social work positions for 30 years and retired from the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare, where he was the Director of Field Operations for the Office of Men-

Catherine H. (Cathy) Kolesar, 72, of Port Blanchard, passed away Thursday, March 8, 2012, at the Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. She was the daughter of the late George S. and Mary C. Pavlica Kolesar. Cathy was preceded in death by infant twin brothers; sisters Rosalie Kolesar and Mary Robb; grandson Bradley. Surviving are her daughter Cheri Craven and her husband, Steven; grandsons,

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Genelle Maria Hoban and Christopher Sedon

May wedding planned Genelle Maria Hoban and Christopher Zachary Sedon, together with their families, announce their engagement and upcoming marriage. The bride-to-be is the daughter of Maria Sanguedolce, Plains, and Robert Hoban, Scranton. She is the granddaughter of Samuel Turoni, Exeter, the late Shirley Turoni and Mary Alice Hoban, Pittston, and the late Paul Hoban. She is a cum laude graduate of Wyoming Area High School and earned a bachelor of arts in communication with a minor in Spanish from The University of Scranton. She graduated magna cum laude from The University of Scranton earning her Master of Science degree in elementary education. She is an English as a second language teacher in the WilkesBarre Area School District. She is also an adjunct faculty member in the education department of King’s College. The prospective groom is the son of Stephan and Suzanne Sedon, Wilkes-Barre. He is the grandson of Doris Sedon, and the late John Sedon of Wilkes-Barre, and the late Ambrose and Irene Ulihanick. He is a high honors graduate of James. M. Coughlin High School and graduated with a bachelor of arts degree in Mathematics and Education from King’s College. He also teaches Mathematics and Computer Science in the Wilkes-Barre Area School District. He is a varsity football coach at Holy Redeemer High School, and is the cantor at St. Mary’s of the Assumption in Wilkes-Barre. The couple will exchange vows and be united in marriage on May 11, 2012, at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, Pittston.

Nando DeMinico Yonushka Christa (Wynder) Winter - Joseph Kirkpatrick

Select June wedding date Christa (Wynder) Winter and Joseph Kirkpatrick announce their engagement and upcoming marriage. The bride to be is the daughter of the late Debra (Walsh) Wynder, Pittston. She is the granddaughter of the late John (Jack) Walsh and Jean Walsh, Exeter. The prospective groom is the son of Michael and Loretta Kirkpatrick, Pittston. He is the grandson of the late James and Mamie Francioso, Hughestown, and the late Frank and Ruth Kirkpatrick, Pittston. Miss Winter is a 1995 graduate of Pittston Area High School and is currently employed by Geisinger Health System, Moosic as a scheduling service specialist. Mr. Kirkpatrick is a 1992 graduate of Pittston Area High School and is currently employed at Keystone Automotive, Exeter. The couple will exchange vows on June 22 at St. Rocco’s Parish, Pittston, with Father Joseph Sibilano officiating. Following the wedding, the couple will reside in Hughestown with their children, Jonathan and Victoria Winter.

Nando Yonushka baptized Nando DeMinico Yonushka, son of Kristopher and Alana (DeMinico) Yonushka, of Franklin Twp. is being baptized today, March 18 at St. Francis Cabrini X Church by Rev. Vincent Dang. Nando is the grandson of Dr. Eugene and Debra DeMinico, Franklin Twp.; Lynn Yonushka, Wyoming; and Vincent Yonushka, Duryea. He is the greatgrandson of Corinne DeMinico, Franklin Twp.; Jean Richter, Wyoming; and Joseph and Elizabeth Yonushka, Duryea. Shawn and Marina Pugliese were chosen to be his godparents. A celebration in Nando’s honor is being held at the Highlands at Newberry Estates.

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Layla Marie Marks baptized Layla Marie Marks, daughter of Gene and Erin Marks, of Avoca, was baptized on March 11 at Holy Mother of Sorrows Church by Rev. Zbigniew Dawid. Layla is the granddaughter of Bill and Josie Howley and Gene and LouAnn Marks, all of Pittston Twp. She is the great-granddaughter of Edward Lovendusk,i of Duryea. Her godparents are Melissa Yuschovitz, of Pittston Twp., and Keith Howley, of Pittston. Following the ceremony, Layla was honored at a baptismal luncheon with her family.

Blake Pribula baptized Blake Francis Pribula, son of PJ and Lisa Pribula, Exeter, was born at 10:42 p.m. on November 8, 2011, at Moses Taylor Hospital, weighing 9 pounds, 7 ounces and measuring 21 inches long. He was baptized at the Oblates of St. Joseph Seminary, Yatesville, on March 18 by Father Paul McDonnell. His godparents are his cousin, Nadine Wesolowski, Shavertown,and Dominick Aritz, West Pittston. Grandparents are Frank and Josie Dominick, Pittston Twp. and the late Joseph and Jean Pribula, formerly of Exeter. A reception attended by family and friends, was held in honor at the Gramercy. Blake Francis resides in Exeter with his parents and his big brother, Connor Joseph.

Brayden James Yonki, son of Allison Zielinski and Christopher Yonki, Duryea, was baptized on February 26 at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Dupont, by his cousin Rev. Paul McDonnell. Brayden was born on December 29, 2011, at Moses Taylor Hospital, Scranton. Maternal grandparents are Melanie and Edward Zielinski Jr., Dupont. Paternal grandparents are Maria and Robert Yonki, Hughestown. Maternal great-grandparents are Frances Dulny and Anna and Edward Zielinski, Sr., all of Dupont. Paternal great-grandmothers are Joan Yonki, West Pittston and Louise Leandri, Exeter. Loving Brayden from above are his great-grandfathers Frank Dulny, Paul Yonki and Joseph Leandri. Godparents are aunt and uncle, Deanna Yonki, Hughestown and Gregory Zielinski, Dupont. Following the ceremony, a celebration luncheon was held in Brayden’s honor.

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Students compete in Science Olympiad; PSSAs scheduled

The following students represented Pittston Area at the Science Olympiad: first row, Chris Cummings, Taylor Roberts, Sarah Velehoski, Jasmine Gage, Jamie Lee, Virginia Myrkalo, Elizabeth Cox, Lea Garibaldi. Second row, Mr. Anthony, coach, Derrick Donato, Mike Panuski, Kevin O'Brien, Eric Sklanka, Chris Musto, Grace O'Neill, Matt Shamnoski, Miranda Warunek, Claudia Shandra, Mr. Caprari, coach. SUBMITTED PHOTO

An addition to the Pittston Area High School honor roll: Kristen Richards made honors with distinction quarter 1 and quarter 2. Science Olympiad Pittston Area students recently competed in the Regional Science Olympiad Tournament. Students competed in a variety of science related events against other local school districts. Four students earned medals for recognition in individual events. Elizabeth Cox and Sarah Velehoski earned a first place medal in “Rocks and Minerals.” Ken Miller and Kevin O’Brien earned fourth place medals in the “Gravity Vehicle”. Kindergarten Center

In the event of inclement weather, school cancellations, early dismissals and morning delays are broadcast over local television and radio stations and on media websites. Kindergarten Center is included with “Elementary” for cancellation announcements. Fund Raiser The annual Gertrude Hawk Chocolate Fundraiser is over. The PTO thanks everyone who participated. The pick-up date is Wednesday, March 21 in the middle school cafeteria from 6 to 8 p.m. . PTO

The March PTO meeting will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Mar 28 in the middle school cafeteria. Parent Identification Parents/guardians must present identification whenever students are released from school and are asked to have this information ready when entering the office. Parents are reminded to review school bus safety rules with their child. All children must remain seated until the bus stops. Healthy Snacks Birthday and holiday treats should be healthy and nutritious. A list of ideas for healthier classroom celebrations was sent home. Our food service can provide safe and portion controlled food items for a reasonable cost. Contact Sue Rudalavage, Food Service Director at 654-7770. Box tops collected General Mills Box tops for Education logos for 2011-2012 are being collected at the school. Parents are asked to cut the box tops and place in bundles of 50 before sending them to their child’s teacher.

8th Grade Field Trip The 8th grade field trip to the movie, “Hunger Games” will be held on April 4. PSSA Writing Assessments The PSSA Writing Assessments will be given to all 8th grade students on Monday, April 16 through Wednesday, April 18. PSSA Science Assessments The PSSA Science Assessments will be given to all 8th grade students on Monday, April 23 through Thursday, April 26. Panoramic Picture The 8th grade panoramic picture will be held on Thursday, April 12.You can order your picture today atwww.panoramaphoto.com, or by turning your paperwork into the photographer on the day of the picture. Don’t forget to wear your school colors, class T-shirts, or make it a dress up day. Hampstead Players The 6th grade students will be visited by The Hampstead Players on March 23. The Hampstead Players are one of the largest national education touring companies in the country. According to their web-site, The Hampstead Players scripts are original adaptations, based diMiddle School rectly on literary classics. They 6th Grade Physicals last one hour and include a quesThe district doctor will be at tion and answer session after the the school on March 28 and performance. April 4 to administer physicals to 7th Grade Field Trip 6th grade students. 7th Grade Reading classes are

organizing a field trip on April 13 to Cinemark to see "Clash of Titans". Money is due by March 30. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Martin. Reading and Math The PSSA Reading and Math Assessments will continue this week on March 20, 21, and 22.They will be given to all students in the 6th, 7th, and 8th grades. It is of extreme importance that all students attend school on the days of the test unless excused due to serious illness. In addition, students should have a good night’s sleep and a nutritious breakfast on exam days. Tips for Parents Here are tips from each of the reporting categories in reading and math to enhance your child’s understanding of some of the target skills on the PSSA Test. Here are some ways to help prepare: Reading Reporting Category: Comprehension and Reading Skills After reading a story, ask your child what the main idea of the selection is and to support it with two details from the story. Underline five words in the passage. Ask your child the meaning of each word as used in the text. Your child should use context clues to figure this out. Take the five underlined words again and ask your child to give an antonym or synonym for

each. Reporting Category: Interpretation and Analysis of Fiction and Nonfiction After reading a story, ask your child the author’s purpose for writing the selection. Ask your child to describe the characters, setting, plot, theme, mood, and tone of the passage. Ask your child to find a fact and an opinion in the passage. Ask your child to identify from which point of view the passage is written. Math Reporting Category: Numbers and Operations While shopping, compare and order prices of items. Ask your child to figure out how much tax will be added on to the item. Have your child provide a reasonable estimate for the total amount of items purchased. Reporting Category: Measurement Calculate the area of your child’s bedroom. Using a recipe, convert measurements from cups to pints, gallons to quarts, etc… Using a map, interpret and apply the scale shown to calculate distances between cities. Reporting Category: Geometry Identify basic geometric shapes that appear in buildings or homes (rectangles, circles,

cubes, etc...) While walking outside, have your child find examples of perpendicular and parallel lines. Take apart a cereal box to illustrate nets of figures. Reporting Category: Algebraic Concepts Play a number game using questions such as, “What number added to 4 equals 19?” Make flashcards using index cards with an equation on one side and the correct answer on the other. Use magazines or newspapers to find tables or graphs for which a variable expression or pattern can be determined. Reporting Category: Data Analysis and Probability Use a dice or a spinner to find probabilities of certain events. Ask questions such as, “What is the chance that the next number rolled will be odd?” Use magazines or newspapers to analyze and interpret graphs and charts. Have your child conduct a survey of friends and family on a topic of interest and then create an appropriate graph with the results. Look for patterns that emerge and make predictions based on the results. For more information, call Mrs. Rebovich or Dr. Keska, PSSA Coordinators, at 6552927.

SCHOOL MENUS PITTSTON AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT

HIGH SCHOOL AND MIDDLE SCHOOL Menu for week of March 19 Monday: Popcorn chicken buttered noodles, corn, fruit, low fat milk Tuesday: Cheese steak hoagie, green beans, fruit, low fat milk Wednesday: Pasta with meat sauce, garlic bread, carrots, fruit, low fat milk Thursday: BBQ chicken on bun, roasted potatoes, fruit, low fat milk Friday: Italian dunkers, Marinara sauce, mixed vegetables, fruit, low fat milk High school breakfast: Grab & go at cafeteria store has hot breakfast sandwiches, breakfast pizza, bagels and cream cheese, cereal with toast, breakfast bars, fresh fruit, juice and low fat milk. Middle school breakfast: Monday: Egg and cheese on bagel or French toast sticks with syrup Tuesday: Sausage and cheese on English muffin or scrambled eggs with toast Wednesday: Pancakes with syrup or egg, bacon and cheese on bagel Thursday: Breakfast pizza or egg and cheese on bagel Friday: Waffles with syrup or ham and cheese on bagel Available daily: Plain and specialty pizza, whole grain chicken patty, buffalo chicken hoagie, salads, assorted hoagies and wraps INTERMEDIATE, PRIMARY, KINDERGARTEN Monday: Macaroni & cheese, bread slice or chi-

lidog on bun, green beans, pears, low fat milk Tuesday: Tuesday: Beef taco salad, with lettuce, salsa & A. Tyson Hot ‘n spicy chicken sandwich on bun cheese or hot ham & cheese, mixed vegetables, apB. Pizza bagel plesauce, low fat milk C. Philly double cheese steak hoagie Wednesday: BBQ or Buffalo style chicken patD. Rib-a-que, cheeseburger or chicken patty on ty sandwich or steak & cheese hoagie, baked fries, bun. peaches, low fat milk Sides: Tortilla chips with salsa, sweet pickle slicThursday: Turkey chili over rice or corn dog es, peaches. nuggets, carrots, strawberries, low fat milk Wednesday: Friday: Pizza or hot Italian hoagie with lettuce A. Asian sesame chicken, rice & tomato, corn, mixed fruit, low fat milk B. turkey, bacon, cheese & lettuce on honey Alternates: Turkey wrap, chicken Caesar salad, ham & cheese hoagie, chicken nuggets with bread. wrap C. taco bowl w/beef, rice, corn, tortilla chips, cheese, toppings Breakfast: D. Rib-a-que, cheeseburger or chicken patty on Monday: Hot pockets bun. Tuesday: Pancake sausage wrap Sides: B&D baked potato wedges, corn, fruit. Wednesday: Sausage, egg and cheese on bagel Thursday: Scrambled eggs with toast Thursday: Friday: Waffles with syrup A. Baked chicken fryz, bread Available daily: Breakfast pizza, assorted cereB. Mashed potato bowl w/ chicken, corn, gravy, als with buttered toast, juice and low fat milk cheese C. Meatball hoagie with Mozzarella cheese D. Rib-a-que, cheeseburger or chicken patty on WYOMING AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT bun. Sides: Peas and carrots, mashed potatoes with WYOMING AREA SECONDARY CENgravy, chocolate pudding TER Menu for week of Mar. 11 Friday: A. Bosco sticks w/Marinara sauce Monday: B. Italian hoagie, lettuce A. Rotini pasta with meatballs or butter, cheese, C. Grilled cheese sandwich, noodle soup bread D. Rib-a-que, cheeseburger or chicken patty on B. Chicken parmesan, side pasta bun. C. Chicken fajita with lettuce, tomato, salsa, Sides: Tossed salad/dressing, colossal fries, sour cream D. Rib-a-que, cheeseburger or chicken patty on pears. bun. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sides: Tossed salad with dressing, C&D seasonMonday ed spiral potatoes, cinnamon applesauce.

Rotini with meatballs or pasta w/ butter-string cheese bread, tossed salad/dressing, cinnamon applesauce. Alternate – Cheese sandwich, or PBJ or 4 oz. yogurt and animal crackers all with choice of string cheese or sunflower seeds. Breakfast – Whole-wheat cinnamon roll, cereal, juice milk Tuesday Mini corn dogs or Rib-a-que on bun, pickles, beans, peaches Alternate – Cheese sandwich, or PBJ or 4 oz. yogurt and animal crackers all with choice of string cheese or sunflower seeds. Breakfast – Scrambled eggs, w/bacon, toast, juice, milk Wednesday Taco with beef, cheese, lettuce, tomato, or cheeseburger on bun, corn, seasoned rice, fruit. Alternate – Cheese sandwich, or PBJ or 4 oz. yogurt and animal crackers all with choice of string cheese or sunflower seeds. Breakfast – Warm pizza slice, cereal, juice, milk Thursday Chicken fryz/dipping sauce, bread, mashed potatoes/gravy, garden peas & carrots, chocolate pudding. Alternate – Cheese sandwich, or PBJ or 4 oz. yogurt and animal crackers all with choice of string cheese or sunflower seeds. Breakfast – Bagel w/jelly, fruit, juice, milk Friday Bosco pizza dunkers with marinara sauce, tossed salad/dressing, pears, oatmeal cookie. Alternate – Cheese sandwich, or PBJ or 4 oz. yogurt and animal crackers all with choice of string cheese or sunflower seeds. Breakfast – French toast with syrup, cereal, juice, milk

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Kenny Francis Kenny Francis, son of Ken and Mary Francis, Moosic will celebrate his 10th birthday on March19. His grandparents are Rosalie Murtha, Exeter; the late James and Betty Murtha and Ken and Ann Francis, Avoca. Kenny attends Holy Rosary School, Duryea and has a brother, Andrew, 8 years old.

Joseph Manganiello Joseph Patrick Manganiello, son of Patrick and Deanne Manganiello, West Pittston, celebrated his second birthday on March 16. Joey is the grandson of Dan and Charlene Evancho, Laflin and Carmen and Sharon Manganiello, West Pittston. He is the great grandson of Helen Manganiello, West Pittston.

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Abby Swartz Abby Rose Swartz, daughter of Rick and Amy Swartz, of Dupont celebrated her ninth birthday on March 10. She is the granddaughter of Michael and Donna Lazowski, Dupont and Theresa Scott, Exeter and great-granddaughter of Bernard and Ann Zielinski, Dupont and Theodore Swartz, Edwardsville. Abby loves sports and music and plays basketball, softball and soccer. She also plays guitar. She has a brother, Jacob, 13 years old, and celebrated her birthday with a roller-skating party.

Brothers celebrate birthdays Sidney Davis, of Moosic, celebrated his 12th birthday on Jan. 24. His brother, Troy, will celebrate his eighth birthday on April 19. Both boys are members of Cub Scout Pack 44, of Taylor. Sidney received the highest honor in Cub Scouting “The Arrow of Light” in a ceremony on March 9 and will move onto Boy Scout Troop 61, Old Forge in April. Troy will become a Bear Scout in May. The boys are the children of Lori Mruk, Moosic and the late Sidney Davis, Scranton. Their maternal grandparents are Frank and Caroline Mruk, Moosic.

Teagan Norconk Teagan Timothy Norconk, son of Timothy and Jennifer Norconk, of Pittston, is celebrating his sixth birthday today, March 18. Teagan is the grandson of Gary and Sharon Norconk, of Hunlock Creek, Deena and Larry Salapek, of Warren; and Craig and Nancy Johnson, of Warren. Teagan has twin sisters, Emmyrson and Finley, 3 years old. He is a student at the Ben Franklin Kindergarten Center. A Legothemed party will be held in his honor.

Brian Partash Jr. Brian Partash Jr., son of Kelly Pascucci and Brian Partash Sr., Pittston celebrated his fifth birthday on March 14. He is the grandson of David and Christine Pascucci, Bear Creek and Andrew and Marie Partash, Pittston. He is the great-grandson of Catherine and the late Franklin Pascucci, Fedelia Turco and the late Michael Turco. Brian’s godfathers are Michael and Andrew Partash, Pittston. He attends Humpty Dumpty Kollege.

Connor Pribula Connor Joseph Pribula, son of PJ and Lisa Pribula, of Exeter will celebrate his third birthday on March 20. He is the grandson of Frank and Josie Dominick, Pittston Twp. and the late Joseph and Jean Pribula, formerly of Exeter. Connor attends Wyoming Valley Montessori School and is in Miss Lynn’s Toddler class. Connor’s favorite school activity is spelling words with magnetized letters. A Caillou themed birthday party is being held at My Gym Children’s Fitness Center to celebrate this occasion.

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Local students attain Dean’s List, Honors List at LCCC Luzerne County Community College announced the following Greater Pittston students have earned recognition for outstanding academic achievement during the fall 2011 semester. To qualify for the President’s List, a student must earn a 4.0 cumulative grade point average. Students who attain a grade point average between 3.5 and 3.99 are included on the Dean’s List, and those with an average between 3.25 and 3.49 are included on the Honors List. DEAN’S LIST Johnathan Almy, West Wyoming; Bryan Aspenlieder, Pittston; Nicole Bencho, Wyoming; Shelby Bentler, Pittston; Brianne Brady, Pittston; Dylan Brandt, Wyoming; Jessica Brogna, Pittston; Jessica Brown, Wyoming; Mariah Buckley, Pittston; Terri

Bugelholl, West Pittston; Gary Burney, Duryea; John Byrd, Pittston; Brittney Cristiano, Exeter; Mariah Curtis, Dupont; Carina DeFazio, Pittston; Amy Dixon, West Wyoming; Justin Domonkos, Pittston; Nodyia Fedrick, Old Forge; Albert Fereck, Pittston; Robin Gordon, Duryea; Pamela Grosner, Exeter. Also, Wendy Guzenski, Wyoming; Nicole Haggerty, Inkerman; John Hannigan, West Pittston; Alexandra Hengst, Exeter; Daniel Herchenroeder, Pittston; Ryan Hetro, Pittston; April Holland, Exeter; Rishell Howlett, West Pittston; Stephanie Jones, Exeter; John Jurosky, Exeter; Courtney Karg, Pittston; Stephanie Kimble, Pittston; David Kinney, Wyoming; Melissa Kizer, Pittston; Daniel Knepp, Exeter; Paul Komensky, Pittston; Annarose Kosierowski, Avoca;

OLD FORGE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Kindergarten registrations are this week Nicole VanLuvender, elementary principal of the Old Forge School District, announced kindergarten registration for the 2012-2013 school year will be held from 9 to 11:30 a.m. and 1 to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, March 20, and Wednesday, March 21, in the elementary school lobby. To be eligible for kindergarten, children must reach the age of 5 by September 30, 2012. The following items must be brought to registration. • Child’s original birth certificate • Three proofs of residency. Accepted proofs of residency include homeowner’s deed, signed/dated lease agreement, current utility bill, property tax bills or mortgage statement • Immunization signed by a physician

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• Documents of four doses of tetanus (one dose on or after the fourth birthday) four doses of diphtheria (one dose on or after the fourth birthday), three doses of polio, two doses of measles, two doses of measles, two doses of mumps, one dose of rubella (German measles), three doses of hepatitis B, two doses of varicella (chickenpox) vaccine or history of disease. Registration packets are available for download on the Old Forge School District website at www.ofsd.cc All students will receive a vision screening on registration day and information will be provided by the United Way Success by Six Initiative. Kindergarten readiness screenings will be scheduled during the summer. Information will be mailed home to all registered students.

Members of the Old Forge Junior Class organized a relief effort to help fellow students whose home was destroyed in a fire on January 31 that destroyed a four-unit apartment building. The junior class rallied students from the Old Forge elementary, junior high and high school to raise over $700 in donations to help the family. The school and the community also donated clothing, household items, bedding, non-perishable food, and toiletries to aid the family as they rebuild their lives after the tragedy. From left, Mrs. Nicole VanLuvender, elementary principal; Mrs. Lea Garcia, teacher and advisor; Brian Tomasetti, Mia Baresse, Anna Balanovich, Anthony Piccolini, students; and Mr. Christopher Thomas, high school principal.

Andrew Kudasik, Pittston; Brittany Lehman, Harding; Jeanine Manta, Exeter; Christopher Martarano, Pittston; Jennifer Maywood, West Wyoming; Danielle McGlynn, Pittston; Kelly McLaughlin, Pittston; Daryl Merriwether, Old Forge. Also, Brooke Miller, West Wyoming; Michael Miller, Duryea; Nicole Monelli, Hughestown; Christopher Montagna, Pittston; Donna Moscatelli, Pittston Township; Kristin Nardone, Exeter; Daniel Nawrocki, Exeter; Karissa Olander, Pittston; Christopher Olcheski, Pittston Township; Shitalben Patel, Pittston; Marygrace Pearage, Avoca; Sarah Pesotini, Pittston Township; Jeffrey Peters, Pittston; Donnie Pizano, Duryea; Samantha Purdy, Hughestown; Christa Razvillas, Pittston; Merissa Reap, Duryea; Ann Sadus-

ky, Exeter; Tia Sagliocolo, Wyoming; Louis Scarantino, Old Forge; Rebecca Scavone, Exeter; Tara Skutack, Pittston; Danielle Stankus, Pittston Township; Carrie Strucke, Pittston; Michael Surridge, Duryea; James Tagliaferri, Old Forge; Maggie Tibus, Wyoming; Megan Tighe, Exeter; Bobbie Tondora, Pittston; Christopher Twardowski, Pittston; Kurt Tylutke, Avoca; Judith Weiss, Wyoming; Crystal Williams, Pittston; and Melissa Yuschovitz, Pittston. HONORS LIST Carlos Alcantara, Old Forge; Milos Besterci, Exeter; Nicholas Blackburn, Exeter; Ryan Carpinet, Wyoming; Ashley Casterline, Exeter; David Castiglione, Pittston; Michael Chinikaylo, Wyoming; Carey Clark, Pittston;

Robert Corridoni, Pittston; Amber Davis, Wyoming; Joseph Dolinsky, Pittston; Shawn Elston, Avoca; Alana Fleming, Pittston; Chelsea Gawlik, West Pittston; Ronald Gnall, Avoca; Marcus Grudzinski, West Pittston; Justin Kendzor, West Wyoming; Jessica Krawczyk, Dupont; Chris Krolikowski, Pittston; Samuel Lombardo, Pittston; Ann Marie Mulhern, Exeter; Christina Musto, Pittston Township; Christy Petro, Pittston; Joseph Petro, Pittston; Alyssa Porzuczek, Hughestown; Mia Raymond, West Wyoming; Roxanne Rohland, Old Forge. Also, Daniel Scatena, Pittston; Callie Spadoni, Exeter; Todd Updike, Old Forge; Dolores Vida, Dupont; Cassandra Villano, Pittston Township; Lori Ann Wasik, Duryea; Paul Watson, West Pittston; and Morgan Web-

er, Old Forge.President’s List -Alan Clampitt-Holsenbeck, Pittston; Anna Davis, West Pittston; Cassandra Decker, Old Forge; Jillian Falkowski, Pittston; Jonathan Gilbert, Pittston; Angela Harmon, Pittston; Chelsea Herron, Wyoming; Laura Herron, West Pittston; Michel Hughes, Duryea; Jason Kamensky, Exeter; Carl Kiwak, Exeter; Jeffrey Kramer, Duryea. Also, Kyle Magda, Dupont; Gary Magdon, Dupont; Sara Melvin, Pittston; Agnieszka Nash, Exeter; James Norton, Exeter; Kimberly Peeples, Pittston; Maryanne Quick, Hughestown; Heather Rothman, West Pittston; Eric Sandroski, Wyoming; Mollie Shannon, Exeter; Deanna Spak, Yatesville; Paulette Tonkin, Port Griffith; and Ryan Wenrich, Wyoming.

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‘What’s Special about February’ assembly

Students in Mrs. Jones' second-grade class at the Pittston Area Intermediate Center who recently participated in a ™What's Special About February?∫ assembly are, from left, first row, Doyle Helme, Tyler Wassell, Trinity Bugno, Virginia Jacobsen, Avalon Starrie, Santiago Sosa, Cydney McCall, Monya Mikulka, Chas Mathis Baliatico. Second row, David Girman, Jude Wielgopolski, Marissa Gubitoso, Tristan Aloe, Jack Albert, Olivia Occhiato Sennett, Maryann Kendricks, Michelle Oshiro. Third row: Mrs. Elizabeth Tracy Jones, Shane Klimek, Zachary Maira, Nicholas Colianni, Nevaeh Travanti Johnson, Karl Pecha, April Best, Ryan Hoover and Sane Klimek.

Students in Mrs. Seifert's second-grade class at the Pittston Area intermediate Center who recently participated in a ™What's Special About February?∫ assembly are, from left, first row, first row left to right: Shane Gale, Jacob Angerson, Sarah Yatison, Michael Fuller, Logan Gravina, Joseph Clossey, Parker Novis, Joshua Orkwis. Second row, Angelina Slezak, Isabella Bartalotta, Avani Harris, Ryan Turant, Connor Haggerty, Skylee Young, Mark Gulla, Chloe Cairl. Third row, Mrs. Seifert, Salvatore Turonis, Kayla Barber, Morgan Davis, Mr. Moran, Gianna Jenkins, Nico Solano, Emily Bryan, Mrs. Riviello.

A “What’s Special about February?” assembly featuring special the day by performing poems, songs and movements about Februthings that take place during the month was held recently at the Pitt- ary. All primary students will have the opportunity to perform in one assembly during the school year. ston Area Intermediate Center. Mrs. Jones and Mrs. Seifert’s second-grade classes highlighted

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PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Pittston shall convene a Work Session on Wednesday, March 21, 2012 at 6:00 P.M. in Council Chambers, City Hall, 35 Broad Street, Pittston, Pennsylvania. The meeting will be held prior to the regularly scheduled 7:00 PM City Council meeting. Any person with a disability requiring special accommodation to attend this meeting should notify the City Clerk at 570-654-0513. Joseph Moskovitz, City Clerk, City of Pittston

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

OLDSMOBILE `68 DELMONT

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Boats & Marinas

MIRRORCRAFT ‘01 FISHING BOAT LOADED. 30 hp

Johnson, Bow mounted trolling motor, 2 fish finders, live well, bilge, lights, swivel seats and trailer. Garage kept. $6500.

Call Chuck at 570-466-2819

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439

Motorcycles

BMW 2010 K1300S

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.

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

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Auto Parts

BUYING JUNK VEHICLES $300 AND UP

$125 EXTRA IF DRIVEN, DRAGGED OR PUSHED IN!

NOBODY Pays More 570-760-2035

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

HARLEY 2011 HERITAGE SOFTTAIL Black. 1,800 miles. ABS brakes. Security System Package. $16,000 firm. Warranties until 2016 SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY 570-704-6023

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PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Pittston, at a meeting to be held on March 21, 2012 at 7:00 P.M. in Council Chambers, City Hall, 35 Broad Street, Pittston, Pennsylvania, will consider the following Ordinance, File of Council No. 4 {2012} (of which this is only a summary) on second and final reading. File of Council No. 4 {2012} was approved by City Council at its introductory reading at the regular meeting of City Council held at 7:00 p.m. on February 16, 2012. The full text of File of Council No. 4 {2012} is available for public inspection at the City Clerk’s Office during regularly scheduled business hours. File of Council No. 4 {2012} “AMENDING AN ORDINANCE FOR THE CITY OF PITTSTON FILE OF COUNCIL NO. 9 {2006} RELATING TO THE MAINTENANCE AND REGULATION OF ANY DOG, CAT, OR OTHER DOMESTIC PET (HEREINAFTER “PET”) AND PROHIBITING PERSONS OWNING, HARBORING, KEEPING, OR IN CHARGE OF ANY PET FROM CAUSING, SUFFERING, OR ALLOWING, SUCH PET TO SOIL DEFILE, DEFICATE ON OR COMMIT ANY NUISANCE… Joseph Moskovitz, City Clerk, City of Pittston

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SUNDAY DISPATCH

COCCIA Leather Seats, Personal Safety w/Anti-Theft Sys., Fog Lamps, CD, SYNC, Side Air Curtains, Message Center, PDL, PW, VIN #3LCR812015

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NEW 2012 LINCOLN MKX AWD 3.7L V6, CD, Auto. Temp Control, 18” Alum. Wheels, Leather Heated/Cooled Seats, Satellite Radio, Side Air Curtains, Reverse Sensing Sys., Keyless Entry w/Keypad,

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**Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $595 Bank Fe e, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 3/31/12.

NEW 2012 LINCOLN MKS AWD NEW 2012 LINCOLN MKT AWD

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.,

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Motorcycles

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

SUZUKI ‘02 INTRUDER VS 800 CRUISER

Mileage 6,300 $3000 388-2278

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

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MERCURY `03 MOUNTAINEER

AWD. Third row seating. Economical 6 cylinder automatic. Fully loaded with all available options. 93k pampered miles. Garage kept. Safety / emissions inspected and ready to go. Sale priced at $7595. Trade-ins accepted. Tag & title processing available with purchase. Call Fran for an appointment to see this outstanding SUV. 570-466-2771 Scranton

RANGE ROVER ‘07 SPORT Supercharged

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

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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

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

WINNEBAGO ‘02 ADVENTURER 35 Foot, double slides, V-10 Ford. Central air, full awnings, one owner, pet & smoke free. Excellent condition and low mileage. $68,000. Call 570-594-6496

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Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

CADILLAC `99 ESCALADE 97k miles. Black

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

CHEVY `99 SILVERADO

Auto. V6 Vortec. Standard cab. 8’ bed with liner. Dark Blue. 98,400 miles. $4,999 or best offer 570-823-8196

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UPHOLSTERER

Benco Dental Company is the nation’s largest independently owned distributor of dental supplies and equipment. We are seeking a conscientious, detail-oriented Upholsterer for our Pittston repair shop. The successful candidate will disassemble and restore dental chairs and stools involving tasks such as cutting, sewing, replacing snaps and zippers, painting, and gluing. Position requirements Include the ability to communicate effectively. Experience working with vinyl and leather, as well as pattern cutting and sewing experience preferred. Must be willing to travel when needed. We offer an excellent compensation package, including a flexible benefits plan with three health insurance options, dental, vision, short/long term disability and life insurances, paid time off, a generous 401(k) retirement plan and a company profit sharing plan. If you enjoy working for a growing company that is family oriented, community minded and values hard working individuals, please consider joining our family! Go to www. benco.com/About /Careers.aspx to apply. An Affirmative Action Employer M/F/V/D

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FORD ‘02 EXPLORER Red, XLT, Original

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

GMC `05 SAVANA

1500 Cargo Van. AWD. V8 automatic. A/C. New brakes & tires. Price reduced $10,250. Call 570-474-6028

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JEEP ‘97 GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO

4.0-ATM, 4WD, 128,000 miles, full power, minor body & mechanical work needed for state inspection. Recent radiator & battery. $2,500. OBO. 570-239-8376

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Accounting/ Finance

Part-Time Accountant

Part-time Accounting position available. Must have at least an Associates Degree. 2 years experience. Must possess analytical skills. Some duties include bank reconciliation, month-end closing. Microsoft Excel, Word, and AS400 skills. 20 hours per week. 401K available. Interested candidates should reply to: American Silk 75 Stark Street Plains, PA 18705

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

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Wanted for commercial work mostly in Back Mountain Area. Minimum 15 years experience. All phases of carpentry a must. Pay commensurate with experience. Full time. 570-675-5873

ROOFER

Experienced. 570-693-3877

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Logistics/ Transportation

Due to our continued growth, Bolus Freight Systems is expanding its fleet of company drivers. Company drivers will enjoy dedicated runs or regional runs. You can be home every night or every weekend, the choice is yours. You can earn in excess of $1400 per week, and you will be driving a new or late model truck. Part time and weekend work also available. This is a career opportunity for dependable drivers to work for an industry leader and one of the highest paying companies in the business. We offer a performance bonus, paid vacations and holidays, medical and life insurance as well as 401K. For more information call: 1-800-444-1497 ext 721 or hit ‘0’ and ask for Carl or Joe D. Drivers: DayCab Work. Dedicated! Guaranteed minimum + opportunity to earn more! CDL-A. recruiting@ westmotor.com 800-456-7885 x 3289

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TRUCK DRIVER Full Time

R EQUIREMENTS : 2 years Truck Driving Experience, able to drive 20’ box truck, must be able to meet DOT requirements, must be able to work flexible hours, must be able to meet physical requirements. Pay based on experience. Standard benefits available to include medical, dental and vacation. Apply at: U’SAGAIN RECYCLING 486 S. EMPIRE ST. WILKES-BARRE 570-270-2670

548 Medical/Health

Education/ Training

Part-Time/ Full-Time Dental Assistant/EFDA Immediate opening. Benefits package available. X-ray certification is required. EMAIL RESUME TO CASEYDENTAL@ COMCAST.NET

Home School Teacher

Full time position. Degree in Elementary Education required. Federal & State Criminal Background check, Child Abuse Clearance & fingerprinting required. Call 570-235-5997

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Logistics/ Transportation

CDL CLASS A DRIVERS Regional and OTR drivers needed. Minimum $1,000 per week. Teams welcome. 866-542-7464 or 570-417-4722

CDL-A DRIVER

Gas field/landscape drivers plus hands on labor required. Operate dump trucks & load equipment on lowboy. Deliver to job site. Must operate skid steer excavator, hydro-seed truck, etc. Will plow in winter. Must have clean driving record and pass drug test. Top Wages Paid. Call Harvis Interview Service @ 542-5330. Leave message. Will send an application. Or forward resume: varsity.harvis@ gmail.com Employer is Varsity, Inc. No walk-ins. EOE

Drivers CDL-A: Local Hazleton dedicated route! Home every night! Great Pay, Benefits! Estenson Logistics Apply: www.goelc.com 1-866-336-9642

Other

Friendly outdoor people needed to guide whitewater raft trips on the Lehigh River. Mostly weekends in the Spring, Summer and Fall. Some weekday work available in July & August. Experience helpful but not necessary. Contact Marc S. Brown 570-443-9728 OR Check out our website at: www.whitewater challengers.com

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Sales/Retail/ Business Development

RETAIL SALES

Furniture & Lighting Sales

Part time position. Salary plus commission. Apply at: The Lamp Factory, 790 Kidder St. WilkesBarre, PA 18702

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Part-Time Orthodontist Assistant Immediate opening 3 days per week. X-ray certification is required. EMAIL RESUME TO CASEYDENTAL@ COMCAST.NET

Social Work Consultant P

ART TIME TO WORK WITH ADOPTIVE PARENTS AND PREGNANT WOMEN & OUTREACH IN SCRANTON/ WILKES-BARRE. HOME STUDIES, POSTPLACEMENT VISITS, AND INFORMATION MEETINGS. BSW/ MSW REQUIRED. ADOPTION EXPERIENCE PREFERRED. MUST HAVE FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE. FAX RESUME AND HOURLY REQUIREMENTS TO (610) 642-7938 ATTN: JEANNE OR EMAIL JEANNEM@AFTH.ORG

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YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE

in the life of a child by becoming a foster parent. Full time and weekend programs are available.

FCCY 1-800-747-3807 EOE

LANDSCAPER

8 hours/week for 8 months, $16/hour. Grass mowing, trimming, blowing, weeding, power washing, pool cleaning, waterfall maintenance. Call 570-639-5208

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BIKE small Boys $25. Bassinet $25. Infant swing $20. Exersaucer $20. Travel system stroller with infant car seat & extra base $75. Ocean Wonders Aquarium for crib $10. Infant playmat $10. 570-696-3458

CMS East, Inc. one of the largest family owned and operated cemetery corporations in the country is looking for qualified individuals to service new and existing accounts. To be considered for this position, you must be self motivated and sales oriented with a positive attitude. We provide: $35-$45K first year & more in future years. Paid Training Life Insurance Hospitalization/ Dental Pension Plan, etc. Call Rick for a personal interview Monday-Friday 9am-4pm. (570) 675-3283. Visit our website www.CMSEAST.com Fax your resume to (570) 675-5749

SECURITY OFFICERS

Join Vector Security Patrol and become a name on a winning team. We have career opportunities for Security Officers or for those wishing to begin a career in the security field with openings for Part Time/Weekend hours in WilkesBarre and Nanticoke. Previous security experience a plus! EOE 800-682-4722

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Business Opportunities

702

Air Conditioners

AIR CONDITIONER Frigidaire 110 volt new, 10,000 btu $60. OBO 570-383-2527

706

Arts/Crafts/ Hobbies

OIL PAINTINGS 3 are framed in gold wood, carved beautifully. Stone bridge over a lily pond. Never used. 28 “XL 32” w. $55. Beach scene & sea grass $55. Street scene of France & the arch of trumph in background. 25”x29” $30. 570-826-0830

708

Antiques & Collectibles

ANTIQUES 3 piece Mahogany stack bookcase with drawer, 6ft x 20” hand carved Hitler made of pine, Dersuhrer carved on bottom signed by carver Gallagher. Needs some repair. Tiffany style lamps with stained glass shades, caramel in color. 1912 Gustave Stickley rocking chair with new rush seat, tag on bottom. Jewelry armoire, (4) 1912 chairs, original paint with newly rushed seats. 12 OldPA metal hunting licenses, 1927 & up. Two Oak bow china closets, one very ornate. Lots of smalls. 134 Route 11 Larksville, PA 570-283-3987 570-328-3428 BICYCLE. Schwinn, Chopper. Red with chrome. $100. 570-855-7197 DEPARTMENT 56 VILLAGES & accessories for 1/2 price $18 each for most buildings, $10 for most accessories. We’ll be moving and cannot take this large collection with us. Call 868-5886 DOLL CARRIAGE, WICKER for sale for $250. Great for antique collector or your favorite doll lover! Call (570) 655-5419 HANDMADE SCOTTIE rocking “horse” toy. Sturdy enough for toddlers to ride for hours. Unusual design features a Scottie dog instead of a horse. Definitely a must see! $200 Call (570) 655-5419 RECORDS 78 RPM in good condition many, different artists total of 177 records all for $100. 570-735-6638

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714

Bridal Items

WEDDING GOWN size 9-10 used once, preserved in box $30. 825-0569

Building Materials

BATHTUB. White clawfoot tub & toilet with fixtures (reproduction). Was $3,200, now $1,800. 2 ladders, 28’ aluminum $150, 16’ ladder, $60, & a tile cutter $40. 570-714-2032 570-852-9617

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

(570) 819-1966 REFRIGERATOR Used as overflow fridge. FREE 570-675-8262 WASHER, Maytag $75. Maytag Gas Dryer $75. 570-760-9518

Cemetery Plots/Lots

CEMETERY PLOTS

(3) together. Maple Lawn Section of Dennison Cemetery. Section ML. $450 each. 570-822-1850

726

Clothing

COAT

KENNETH COLE Beige, size 6, hardly worn. $75. 570-855-5385 COMMUNION SUIT boys, worn twice, black. size 14 $30. 570-654-4113 HANDBAG Miche. 5 handbags in one! You keep interior base & change the outside “shells” to the color & style you want. Barely used & most shells are now retired! Retail $250. Sell $120 OBO 288-2949. WOMEN’S CLOTHING size 14, 3 pair slacks & 2 skirts $ 10. Size large 10 tops & 1 skirt $20. Size medium 8 Tops $10. Men’s Clothingsize large & X-large, camouflaged coat plus 18 other items $20. 474-6028

730

Computer Equipment & Software

DELL DESKTOP Dimensions E510 with monitor, speakers, keyboard, etc. Windows XP plus more software. $190 OBO. 570-542-3215 LAPTOP Fujitsu t4010 laptop/touchscreen tablet/ereader:P4 centrino,new hard drive. fresh new xp pro tablet factory install,office 2010 professional corporate edition,burning software, e-reader software & library, antivirus & more! has cdrw+dvd+ stylus. comes with good battery & ac cord. free delivery. $200..XP Pro P4 custom tower with cdrw/dvd. has fresh antivirus, office 2010,keyboard & mouse $75. Older xp pro mini towerloaded. has cd only. good for internet/ etc. keyboard& mouse $40. IBM P4HT/1.0 gb ram/80 gb hd small desktop with dvdrw, windows 7, office 2010 antivirus & more. All fresh clean installs, comes with lcd monitor, keyboard, mouse, speakers $175. 862-2236

732

Appliances

DRYER, gas, Maytag, bisque, commercial quality, super capacity, quiet series, intellidry sensor, 7 cycle, $250. GE MICROWAVE over the stove bisque, 1 cu. ft. Spacemaker XL 1800 $100. Water cooler Sunbeam, white, 3 temperature options, 3 or 5 gallon bottles, bottom refrigerator, $35. All excellent condition. 451-1612

570-824-5774

NEPA FLORAL & GIFT SHOP Including delivery van, coolers, all inventory, displays, computer system, customer list, website and much more. Turn key operation in prime retail location. $125,000 For more information Call 570.592.3327

CRIB MATTRESS $20 used for one child.570-825-0569

700 MERCHANDISE

VANITY, ANTIQUE 4 drawers, mirror, detailed, good condition $100 obo 570-793-9192

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Baby Items

CRIB F.P. 3 In 1 travel tender crib or playpen $20. 570-654-4113

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EXPANDING TO MAKE ROOM FOR PEOPLE LIKE YOU.

569 Security/ Protective Services

ANSWERING SERVICE

2nd shift and weekends. 20-25 hours. Apply in person from 10AM-6PM at Action Telephone; Rear 58 S. Mountain Blvd., Mountain Top.

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Building/ Construction/ Skilled Trades

LEAD CARPENTER

522

Luxury people mover! 87,300 well maintained miles. This like-new van has third row seating, power side & rear doors. Economical V6 drivetrain and all available options. Priced for quick sale $6,295. Generous trade-in allowances will be given on this top-of-the-line vehicle. Call Fran 570-466-2771 Scranton

Accounting/ Finance

Exercise Equipment

EXERCISE MACHINE: Pilates 4 cord exercise machine with stand for $225. Call 0 570 655-5419 TREADMILL GOOD condition, $100 obo. 570-793-9192 UNIVERSAL WEIGHT SYSTEM. Multiple stations. Includes 200 lbs of weights. Good condition. $275 OBO. 570-474-0753

734

Fireplace Accessories

CORNER HEARTH PAD for a gas or a coal stove. I paid $300 and never used the stove. My price - $90! Great deal! Must be seen to appreciate. Call (570) 655-5419 FIREPLACE MANTLES, GREAT condition, $100 for both obo. 570-793-9192 PEA COAL, 4 tons, valued $800. will sell for $200. you remove, easy take away in yard. Also 1 ton chestnut $50. 570-383-2527 STOVE VENT: I had a gas stove removed without even using it! Snorkel Termination Cap was $400. My selling price - $199! Call (570) 655-5419

738

Floor Care Equipment

STEAM CLEANER: Selling a new, never used Oreck Steamer Carpet Cleaner. Signature Series. $190 Call (570) 655-5419 VACUUM Oreck XL high speed, upright. $150. 825-6086

742

Furnaces & Heaters

HEATER, electric, portable, $20 or best offer. Yale fireproof safe 13x17.5 asking $50 OBO 570-825-5847

744

Furniture & Accessories

ALL NEW Queen P-Top Serta Made Mattress Set, still in original plastic. Must sell. $150. Can Deliver 570-280-9628 BEDROOM SET medium oak, dresser, end table, headboard, mirror $295. OBO. Japanese coffee table with inlay glass figures, mint condition $200 OBO. Solid oak coffee table with 2 matching end tables, mint condition all for $200. 570-829-3483

Collect cash, not dust! Clean out your basement, garage or attic and call the Classified department today at 570829-7130! COFFEE TABLE walnut wood based, kidney shaped, glass top, excellent shape $35. Glass top for round table 42” $10. 779-3844 DINETTE SET for sale. Solid wood with a fruitwood finish. Oval table with 2 leaves, 6 upholstered chairs, triple hutch and server. Excellent value. Must be seen! $750 Call (570) 655-5419 ENTERTAINMENT CENTER Parker House, solid oak 58”w, 50”h, 21”d, 32” RCA TV excellent condition $200 570-262-3967

FURNISH FOR LESS

* NELSON * * FURNITURE * * WAREHOUSE * Recliners from $299 Lift Chairs from $699 New and Used Living Room Dinettes, Bedroom 210 Division St Kingston Call 570-288-3607 FURNITURE 6 piece bedroom set with mirror, $199 OBO Maple dining room set with 4 chairs & inserts 60”x36” $199 OBO. 570-824-7314 FURNITURE SALE Virginia House -very old all wood 6 piece set. Maple finish with Maple Leaf design. Needs refinishing $600. Small Light color round table 2 chairs $75. Sage couch approximately 6’L 2 matching throw pillows $225. 2 Lamps, pair of sage drapes,coffee table $75. Free rust color swivel chair with purchase.TAKE ALL FOR $900. 570-299-7563 PATIO SET, 5 piece, outdoor table chairs, & umbrella base light brown, must sell $30. 570-383-2527 ROCKER, wood/tapestry, $75. RECLINER, Burgundy velour cloth, $125. SOFA, chair, ottoman, 3 tables, great for den. Wood and cloth, all in excellent condition. $450. Call after 6 PM 570-675-5046 STORE CREDIT: FOR SALE Plymouth PA, Furniture Store Credit. Value $2,539.70. Selling for $2,000.00. Cal (570) 313-6784 TODDLER BEDwhite plastic with metal mattress frame. Takes crib mattress. Excellent condition. $25. 570-706-1819

748 Good Things To Eat FRESH FRUITS & VEGETABLES DELIVERED TO YOUR DOOR. SIGN UP NOW

C.S.A. www.hails familyfarm.com 570-721-1144

752 Landscaping & Gardening NORWAY SPRUCE 8-9’ $99.00 Dug fresh. Delivery And Planting Available. 570-498-6209

754

REFRIGERATOR 06 Kenmore 29 cu. ft.t side by side, water ice on door. Stainless steel finish on front. Used 2 years & sat. Needs freon charge. Paid $1300. will sell $200. OBO 570-383-2527

756

FLEA MARKET 6th Street

OPEN SPACE YEAR ROUND AVAILABLE INSIDE & OUT ACRES OF PARKING

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Medical Equipment

POWER CHAIR Invacare Pronto M51 ,excellent condition, used only 2 months, dark navy, 2 rechargeable batteries. $600. 570 881-3806

758 Miscellaneous AUTO PAINT BASE COAT, 1 gallon 6M rally red Corvette color sell for $100. obo. 570-883-7007` BEDDING/HOUSE Items King comforter set, new, ivory color $35 Glass coffee table $25. Wilton Cake Pans $1 each 570-443-8310 CAR/TRUCK PARTS ’40’s, 50’s hoods, fenders, engine parts $995. Firm. 570-883-4443 CHRISTMAS TREE 7 1/2’’ used 3 times asking $50. 570-825-0569 COFFEE MAKE green 12 cup $5. Green toaster $5.4 cup coffee maker $5.Tea for two maker $5. Extra Large George Forman Grill $5. Country bench $12. Large assortment of sunflower items, from $1. to $10. each. Large assortment of pine trees for village decorating $.50 each. Under counter mount TV with remote $10. Under counter mount Radio & cassette with clock $10. 570-868-5275 DEHUMIDIFIER GE used about 5 hours $50. OBO 570-383-2527 FIREPLACE INSERT By Moravian model 101 /Quaker State BTU50,000 H-25” X W29”Xdepth 14” w with overhand 321/2” brass doors, bricks & cast iron faceplate paid $1150. asking $400. Hardly used call 570 751-8425/ 636-1320

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Musical Instruments

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780

Televisions/ Accessories

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784

Tools

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ASSOCIATE, MEMBERSHIP SERVICES Premier non-profit is seeking an individual to develop and implement plans to recruit and retain girl members and adult volunteers in Lackawanna County. Responsibilities include developing programs and trainings, conducting outreach programs at area schools, and fostering community partnerships. Demonstrated abilities in planning, management, evaluation, and analysis of youth programs are required. Candidates must have excellent motivational and organizational skills along with being able to work with diverse teams. Some evenings and weekends are required. Candidates must have a valid driver’s license to carry out assignments.

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STK: H27555A

2004 Chrysler....... Sebring .......... 2004 2dr Convertible GTC ......................... 53,695 MILES $8,995

STK: H27789A

2009 Honda..........CR-V ............... 4WD 5dr EX............................................... 30,178 MILES $21,499

STK: H27689A

2003 Chevrolet .... Monte Carlo... 2dr Cpe SS................................................. 60,874 MILES $9,995

STK: JP15685

2011

STK: H27654A

2002 Toyota.......... Camry ............ 4dr Sdn XLE Auto ...................................... 81,574 MILES $10,100

STK: CH5414A 2009 Subaru.........Legacy............ 4dr H4 Auto GT Ltd.................................... 30,796 MILES $21,995

STK: T29394A

2001 Pontiac ........ Bonneville...... 4dr Sdn SLE ............................................... 50,615 MILES $10,989

STK: H27633A

2009 Honda..........CR-V ............... 4WD 5dr EX-L............................................ 19,095 MILES $21,995

STK: H27683A

2007 Dodge.......... Caliber............ 4dr HB FWD............................................... 59,331 MILES $10,995

STK: H27529A

2008 Toyota..........Sienna............ 5dr 7-Pass Van XLE FWD .......................... 43,951 MILES $21,995

STK: K12501A

2009 Hyundai....... Sonata............ 4dr Sdn I4 Auto GLS.................................. 80,044 MILES $10,995

STK: T28971B

2009 Hyundai.......Santa Fe......... AWD 4dr Auto Limited.............................. 29,434 MILES $22,479

STK: T29064A

2004 Dodge.......... Dakota............ 2dr Reg Cab 112â&#x20AC;? WB Base ...................... 45,906 MILES $11,489

STK: J5074A

2008 Jeep .............GrandCherokee 4WD 4dr Laredo ........................................ 22,304 MILES $22,499

STK: H27871A

2002 Honda.......... Civic ............... 4dr Sdn LX Auto ........................................ 90,972 MILES $11,489

STK: H27788A

2009 Honda..........CR-V ............... 4WD 5dr EX............................................... 33,986 MILES $22,499

STK: H27740A

2004 Chevrolet .... TrailBlazer ...... 4dr 4WD EXT LS........................................ 80,941 MILES $12,489

STK: H27695A

2009 Honda..........CR-V ............... 4WD 5dr EX-L............................................ 36,832 MILES $22,725

2006 Nissan.......... Sentra ............ 4dr Sdn I4 Auto 1.8 ................................... 37,749 MILES $12,489

STK: H27923A

2009 Honda..........CR-V ............... 4WD 5dr EX-L............................................ 22,682 MILES $22,979

STK: H27333B

2008 Chrysler....... Sebring .......... 2dr Conv Touring FWD .............................. 68,384 MILES $13,489

STK: T29113A

2009 Toyota..........RAV4 .............. 4WD 4dr 4-cyl 4-Spd AT Sport.................. 20,716 MILES $22,995

STK: H27793A

2006 Jeep ............. Liberty............ 4dr Sport 4WD .......................................... 58,534 MILES $13,489

STK: T28762A

2008 Toyota..........FJ Cruiser....... 4WD 4dr Auto ........................................... 38,308 MILES $22,995

STK: D0400B

2008 Kia................. Rondo ............ 4dr Wgn V6 LX .......................................... 36,726 MILES $13,489

STK: KS0371

2011

STK: K12660A

2006 Hyundai....... Sonata............ 4dr Sdn LX V6 Auto ................................... 60,297 MILES $13,989

STK: CH5482A 2008 Dodge..........Nitro ............... 4WD 4dr R/T ............................................. 11,103 MILES $23,479

STK: H27804A

2005 Honda.......... CR-V ............... 4WD EX AT SE........................................... 76,581 MILES $13,989

STK: H27796A

2009 Honda..........CR-V ............... 4WD 5dr EX............................................... 80,469 MILES- $23,479

STK: D0530B

2006 Buick............ Lucerne .......... 4dr Sdn CX................................................. 31,257 MILES $14,089

STK: T29392A

2010 Hyundai.......Tucson ........... AWD 4dr I4 Auto GLS ............................... 17,307 MILES $23,479

STK: TP15341A 2005 Ford.............. Escape............ 4dr 103â&#x20AC;? WB 3.0L XLT 4WD...................... 74,516 MILES $14,489

STK: A11084A

2009 Acura...........TL ................... 4dr Sdn 2WD............................................. 22,420 MILES $23,995

STK: H27283A

2007 Honda.......... Civic ............... 2dr AT EX................................................... 54,269 MILES $14,589

STK: A11072A

2010 Acura...........TSX ................ 4dr Sdn I4 Auto ......................................... 19,244 MILES $23,995

STK: S0698A

2009 Scion............ xD ................... 5dr HB Auto............................................... 56,421 MILES $14,589

STK: H27436A

2009 Honda..........Pilot ................ 4WD 4dr EX............................................... 29,806 MILES $23,995

STK: A11134A

2006 Volvo............ S40 ................. 2.4L Auto ................................................... 73,142 MILES $14,989

STK: T29375A

2008 Toyota..........Camry Solara 2dr Conv V6 Auto SLE ............................... 23,489 MILES $23,999

STK: S0713A

2006 Scion............ tC .................... 3dr HB Auto............................................... 58,498 MILES $14,989

STK: B9498A

2010 Honda..........CR-V ............... 4WD 5dr EX-L............................................ 24,623 MILES $23,999

STK: CP15688

2007 Toyota.......... Camry ............ 4dr Sdn I4 Auto LE..................................... 59,965 MILES $14,989

STK: T28828A

2009 Toyota..........Venza.............. 4dr Wgn I4 AWD....................................... 35,918 MILES $24,400

STK: A10998A

2007 Buick............ Lucerne .......... 4dr Sdn V6 CXL.......................................... 55,168 MILES $14,995

STK: T29239A

2008 Toyota..........RAV4 .............. 4WD 4dr 4-cyl 4-Spd AT Ltd...................... 18,927 MILES $24,479

STK: H27525A

2008 Toyota.......... Tacoma .......... 2WD Reg I4 AT.......................................... 15,664 MILES $15,995

STK: H27808A

2009 Toyota..........RAV4 .............. 4WD 4dr V6 5-Spd AT Ltd ......................... 27,398 MILES $24,499

STK: H27146A

2010 Honda.......... Civic ............... 4dr Auto LX................................................ 20,566 MILES $15,995

STK: A11006A

2010 Acura...........TSX ................ 4dr Sdn I4 Auto ......................................... 34,833 MILES $24,620

STK: H27723A

2010 Honda.......... Civic ............... 4dr Auto LX................................................ 8,720 MILES $15,995

STK: H27506A

2009 Honda..........Pilot ................ 4WD 4dr EX............................................... 38,775 MILES $24,700

STK: T28872B

2010 Dodge.......... Caliber............ 4dr HB SXT ................................................ 29,151 MILES $15,995

STK: H27716A

2011

STK: K12572A

2011

STK: L11478A

2009 Lexus ...........ES 350 ............ 4dr Sdn ...................................................... 26,109 MILES $24,995

STK: H27535A

2008 Honda.......... Civic ............... 4dr Auto EX ............................................... 32,712 MILES $15,999

STK: L11484A

2009 Lexus ...........ES 350 ............ 4dr Sdn ...................................................... 32,175 MILES $24,995

STK: H27862A

2010 Honda.......... Insight ............ 5dr CVT LX................................................. 42,183 MILES $15,999

STK: A11048A

2010 Acura...........TL ................... 4dr Sdn 2WD............................................. 27,481 MILES $24,995

STK: H27276A

2010 Honda.......... Civic ............... 4dr Auto EX ............................................... 11,526 MILES $16,400

STK: H27849A

2011

STK: HP15674

2010 Honda.......... Civic ............... 4dr Auto LX................................................ 22,828 MILES $16,479

STK: A11101A

2009 Hyundai.......Genesis .......... 4dr Sdn 3.8L V6 ......................................... 10,725 MILES $25,479

STK: HP15679

2007 Honda.......... Accord............ 4dr V6 AT EX-L........................................... 41,790 MILES $16,479

STK: T29370A

2010 Toyota..........RAV4 .............. 4WD 4dr 4-cyl 4-Spd AT Ltd...................... 27,258 MILES $25,479

STK: H27807A

2008 Chrysler....... T & C .............. 4dr Wgn Touring........................................ 77,909 MILES $16,489

STK: H27767A

2010 Honda..........CR-V ............... 4WD 5dr EX-L............................................ 20,987 MILES $25,499

STK: T28454C

2007 GMC............. Canyon........... 4WD Reg Cab 111.2â&#x20AC;? SL ........................... 31,086 MILES $16,499

STK: L11474A

2008 Lexus ...........ES 350 ............ 4dr Sdn ...................................................... 32,073 MILES $25,979

STK: T29334A

2009 Toyota.......... Corolla ........... 4dr Sdn Auto XLE ...................................... 27,029 MILES $16,979

STK: B9212A

2010 Acura...........TL ................... 4dr Sdn 2WD............................................. 21,490 MILES $25,995

STK: T29395A

2008 Volvo............ S60 ................. 4dr Sdn 2.4T FWD w/Snrf......................... 71,088 MILES $16,989

STK: A11023A

2010 Acura...........TL ................... 4dr Sdn 2WD............................................. 11,098 MILES $25,995

STK: P15682

2011

Chevrolet .... Impala ............ 4dr Sdn LT Fleet......................................... 16,752 MILES $16,995

STK: H27784A

2011

STK: P15681

2011

Chevrolet .... Malibu............ 4dr Sdn LT w/1LT....................................... 15,428 MILES $16,995

STK: H27543A

2010 Honda.......... Civic ............... 4dr Auto DX-VP ......................................... 24,898 MILES $16,999

STK: H27567A

2010 Honda.......... Civic ............... 4dr Auto LX................................................ 11,350 MILES $16,999

STK: H27859A

2010 Honda.......... Accord............ 4dr I4 Man LX............................................ 36,756 MILES $16,999

STK: H27632A

2008 Honda.......... CR-V ............... 4WD 5dr LX ............................................... 36,528 MILES $17,300

STK: H27657A

2010 Honda.......... Civic ............... 4dr Auto LX-S ............................................ 19,704 MILES $17,479

STK: H27829A

2008 Honda.......... Accord............ 4dr I4 Auto LX-P ........................................ 28,246 MILES $17,499

STK: CH5469B

2009 Subaru......... Forester.......... 4dr Man X.................................................. 49,394 MILES $17,499

STK: K12692A

2008 Hyundai....... Santa Fe......... AWD 4dr Auto Limited.............................. 66,067 MILES $17,989

STK: HP15672

2008 Honda.......... Accord............ 4dr I4 Auto EX ........................................... 14,993 MILES $17,995

STK: J5041A

2006 Jeep ............. GrandCherokee 4dr Laredo 4WD ........................................ 59,978 MILES $17,995

STK: H27577A

2011

STK: H27477A

2007 Honda.......... Accord............ 4dr V6 AT EX-L........................................... 41,944 MILES $17,995

STK: T29206A

2010 Toyota.......... RAV4 .............. 4WD 4dr 4-cyl 4-Spd AT............................ 54,117 MILES $17,995

STK: H27653A

2007 Honda.......... CR-V ............... 4WD 5dr EX............................................... 62,970 MILES $17,995

STK: H27674A

2008 Honda.......... CR-V ............... 4WD 5dr EX............................................... 44,741 MILES $17,995

STK: K12633A

2009 Subaru......... Legacy............ 4dr H4 Auto Special Edition...................... 14,060 MILES $18,495

STK: B9326B

2007 Hyundai....... Santa Fe......... AWD 4dr Auto Limited *Ltd Avail*........... 52,132 MILES $18,495

STK: T28941A

2009 Subaru......... Legacy............ 4dr H4 Auto Special Edition...................... 37,284 MILES $18,499

STK: H27846A

2010 Honda.......... Accord............ 4dr I4 Auto LX............................................ 34,105 MILES $18,499

STK: K12659A

2009 Toyota.......... Camry ............ 4dr Sdn I4 Auto LE..................................... 25,151 MILES $18,499

STK: H27840A

2010 Honda.......... Insight ............ 5dr CVT EX................................................. 28,297 MILES $18,979

STK: T29086A

2008 Toyota.......... RAV4 .............. 4WD 4dr 4-cyl 4-Spd AT............................ 36,002 MILES $18,995

STK: L11402A

2008 Toyota.......... RAV4 .............. 4WD 4dr 4-cyl 4-Spd AT Sport.................. 42,483 MILES $18,995

STK: JP15669

2010 Jeep ............. Compass........ 4WD 4dr Sport .......................................... 35,538 MILES $18,995

STK: L11467A

2010 Honda.......... Civic ............... 4dr Auto EX-L ............................................ 16,762 MILES $19,200

STK: T29307A

2011

STK: H27675A

2009 Honda.......... CR-V ............... 4WD 5dr EX............................................... 39,932 MILES $19,495

STK: D0505A

2010 Dodge.......... Journey.......... AWD 4dr SXT ............................................ 46,790 MILES $19,499

STK: H27469A

2011

Honda.......... CR-Z ............... 3dr CVT...................................................... 7,888 MILES $19,995

STK: JP15684

2011

Jeep ............. Patriot ............ 4WD 4dr Sport .......................................... 13,662 MILES $19,995

STK: J4993A

2008 Dodge.......... Ram 1500....... 2WD Quad Cab 160.5â&#x20AC;? ST......................... 22,336 MILES $19,999

STK: H27820A

2008 Ford.............. Explorer ......... 4WD 4dr V6 XLT ........................................ 45,466 MILES $19,999

STK: T29365A

STK: T29045A

Kia................. Soul................ 5dr Wgn Auto ! ......................................... 24,250 MILES $15,995

Jeep .............Liberty............ 4WD 4dr Sport .......................................... 13,493 MILES $21,979

Hyundai.......Sonata............ 4dr Sdn 2.4L Auto SE ................................ 20,289 MILES $23,479

Honda..........CR-V ............... 4WD 5dr EX............................................... 7,564 MILES $24,979

Jeep .............Liberty............ 4WD 4dr Limited ....................................... 7,387 MILES $25,079

Honda..........Accord............ 4dr V6 Auto EX-L w/Navi .......................... 8,097 MILES $26,479

STK: SR0057A 2007 Dodge..........Sprinter.......... 2500 170â&#x20AC;? WB EXT.................................... 58,956 MILES $26,499 STK: L11483A

2009 Lexus ...........ES 350 ............ 4dr Sdn ...................................................... 36,678 MILES $26,995

STK: A10935A

2010 Acura...........TL ................... 4dr Sdn 2WD............................................. 17,203 MILES $26,995

STK: B9413A

2009 MB................C-Class ........... 4dr Sdn 3.0L Luxury 4MATIC..................... 30,067 MILES $26,995

STK: BP15542

2009 MB................C-Class ........... 4dr Sdn 3.0L Sport 4MATIC....................... 20,262 MILES $26,995

STK: H27866A

2011

Honda..........Pilot ................ 4WD 4dr LX ............................................... 10,346 MILES $27,479

STK: A11152A

2011

Subaru.........Outback.......... 4dr Wgn H4 Auto 2.5i Prem AWP/Pwr Moon 10,448 MILES $27,499

STK: C3544A

2009 Honda..........Pilot ................ 4WD 4dr EX-L............................................ 23,290 MILES $27,499

STK: A11097A

2009 Acura...........TL ................... 4dr Sdn 2WD............................................. 23,892 MILES $28,479

STK: BP15540

2009 MB................C-Class ........... 4dr Sdn 3.0L Sport 4MATIC....................... 25,755 MILES $28,700

STK: H27670A

2010 Toyota..........Tacoma .......... 4WD Double V6 AT ................................... 22,400 MILES $28,979

STK: BP15651

2010 MB................C-Class ........... 4dr Sdn 3.0L Sport 4MATIC....................... 30,848 MILES $28,995

STK: BP15652

2010 MB................C-Class ........... 4dr Sdn 3.0L Sport 4MATIC....................... 33,680 MILES $28,995

STK: B9336B

2011

STK: L11457A

2010 Lexus ...........IS 250 ............. 4dr Sport Sdn Auto AWD.......................... 17,239 MILES $28,995

STK: L11480A

2010 Lexus ...........IS 250 ............. 4dr Sport Sdn Auto AWD.......................... 19,930 MILES $28,995

STK: H27516A

2010 Honda..........Pilot ................ 4WD 4dr EX-L............................................ 32,192 MILES $28,995

STK: A11046A

2010 Acura...........TL ................... 4dr Sdn 2WD............................................. 28,980 MILES $29,479

STK: T28005B

2010 Nissan..........Murano .......... AWD 4dr SL............................................... 17,938 MILES $29,499

STK: B9459A

2010 MB................C-Class ........... 4dr Sdn 3.0L Sport 4MATIC....................... 15,948 MILES $29,800

STK: A11143A

2009 Acura...........TL ................... 4dr Sdn SH-AWD Tech.............................. 39,313 MILES $29,979

STK: BP15658

2009 MB................M-Class .......... 4MATIC 4dr 3.5L........................................ 42,511 MILES $29,995

STK: B9339A

2010 Toyota..........Highlander..... 4WD 4dr V6 Limited.................................. 17,877 MILES $29,995

STK: T28946A

2011

Ford..............F-150............... 4WD SuperCab 145â&#x20AC;? STX ......................... 1,494 MILES $29,999

STK: T28919A

2011

Toyota..........FJ Cruiser....... 4WD 4dr Auto ........................................... 15,569 MILES $30,479

STK: D0350A

2012 Acura...........TL ................... 4dr Sdn Auto 2WD .................................... 2,717 MILES $30,995

STK: H26995A

2010 Toyota..........Highlander..... 4WD 4dr V6 Limited.................................. 22,152 MILES $30,995

STK: D0522A

2012 Acura...........RDX ................ AWD 4dr.................................................... 3,191 MILES $30,995

STK: B9488A

2010 Ford..............F-150............... Series Not Selected .................................. 12,625 MILES $30,995

STK: T29343A

2011

Chevrolet ....Silverado1500 4WD Ext Cab 143.5â&#x20AC;? LT............................. 6,071 MILES $30,999

STK: A11193A

2011

Acura...........TSX ................ 4dr Sdn I4 Auto Tech Pkg .......................... 10,430 MILES $31,479

STK: DP15702

2011

Dodge..........Durango......... AWD 4dr Crew .......................................... 10,301 MILES $31,479

STK: DP15701

2011

Dodge..........Durango......... AWD 4dr Crew .......................................... 17,708 MILES $31,479

STK: L11546A

2011

Buick............LaCrosse ........ 4dr Sdn CXS .............................................. 11,624 MILES $31,499

2009 Toyota.......... Camry Hybrid 4dr Sdn ...................................................... 37,920 MILES $20,479

STK: T29156A

2011

Honda..........Pilot ................ 4WD 4dr EX-L............................................ 21,641 MILES $32,479

STK: H27598A

2009 Honda.......... Odyssey ......... 5dr LX ........................................................ 33,459 MILES $20,495

STK: H27782A

2011

Honda..........Pilot ................ 4WD 4dr EX-L............................................ 15,446 MILES $32,479

STK: C3526A

2009 Subaru......... Legacy............ 4dr H4 Auto Special Edition PZEV............. 12,671 MILES $20,499

STK: J5030A

2011

Jeep .............GrandCherokee 4WD 4dr Laredo ........................................ 5,603 MILES $32,479

STK: T29326A

2011

Toyota.......... Camry ............ 4dr Sdn I4 Auto LE..................................... 19,672 MILES $20,499

STK: H27828A

2011

Mazda..........CX-9 ............... AWD 4dr Grand Touring............................ 10,958 MILES $32,499

STK: H27823A

2008 Jeep ............. GrandCherokee 4WD 4dr Laredo ........................................ 51,752 MILES $20,499

STK: H27690A

2011

Toyota..........Avalon............ 4dr Sdn Limited ......................................... 6,251 MILES $34,479

STK: H27711A

2009 Honda.......... CR-V ............... 4WD 5dr EX............................................... 40,510 MILES $20,499

STK: BP15697

2009 MB................E-Class ........... 4dr Sdn Sport 3.5L 4MATIC....................... 39,166 MILES $35,479

STK: H27745A

2008 Honda.......... CR-V ............... 4WD 5dr EX-L............................................ 56,357 MILES $20,499

STK: BS0377

2011

MB................C-Class ........... 4dr Sdn C300 Sport 4MATIC ..................... 15,411 MILES $35,995 Honda..........Odyssey ......... 5dr Touring ................................................ 9,616 MILES $36,479

Toyota.......... Camry ............ 4dr Sdn I4 Auto LE..................................... 5,775 MILES $17,995

Honda.......... CR-Z ............... 3dr CVT...................................................... 14,270 MILES $19,495

STK: JP15687A 2007 Ford.............. Edge ............... AWD 4dr SEL PLUS ................................... 60,719 MILES $20,499

Toyota..........Avalon............ 4dr Sdn Limited ......................................... 4,913 MILES $28,995

STK: H27331A

2011

STK: H27603A

2009 Honda.......... Accord............ 4dr V6 Auto EX-L ....................................... 37,374 MILES $20,979

STK: LS0372

2010 Lexus ...........RX 350............ AWD 4dr.................................................... 23,053 MILES $37,479

STK: T28890A

2005 Ford.............. F-150............... SuperCrew 139â&#x20AC;? King Ranch 4WD ........... 80,606 MILES $20,989

STK: L11547A

2010 Lexus ...........RX 350............ AWD 4dr.................................................... 18,293 MILES $38,479

STK: D0414A

2010 Ford.............. Escape............ 4WD 4dr XLT ............................................. 15,574 MILES $20,995

STK: L11543A

2011

STK: H27540A

2009 Honda.......... Accord............ 4dr I4 Auto EX-L w/Navi ........................... 26,391 MILES $20,999

STK: A11212A

2009 Jaguar .........XJ ................... 4dr Sdn Vanden Plas ................................. 7,817 MILES $42,499

STK: L11555A

2005 Lexus ........... ES 330 ............ 4dr Sdn ...................................................... 32,558 MILES $20,999

STK: BP15659

2009 MB................GL-Class ......... 4MATIC 4dr 4.6L........................................ 35,911 MILES $43,995

STK: H27458A

2010 Honda.......... Accord............ 4dr V6 Auto EX-L ....................................... 38,610 MILES $20,999

STK: B9445A

2010 Lexus ...........GX 460 ........... 4WD 4dr .................................................... 33,859 MILES $45,495

STK: H27733A

2009 Honda.......... CR-V ............... 4WD 5dr EX............................................... 33,712 MILES $20,999

STK: B9168A

2010 MB................E-Class ........... 4dr Sdn Luxury 3.5L 4MATIC..................... 16,106 MILES $45,995

STK: H27639A

2009 Honda.......... CR-V ............... 4WD 5dr EX............................................... 24,792 MILES $21,300

STK: J5013A

2010 MB................C-Class ........... 4dr Sdn 6.3L AMG RWD ........................... 20,348 MILES $53,479

STK: B9394C

2009 Honda.......... Accord............ 4dr I4 Auto EX-L ........................................ 22,967 MILES $21,479

STK: B9492A

2010 MB................GL-Class ......... 4MATIC 4dr 4.6L........................................ 17,683 MILES $55,479

Lexus ...........RX 350............ AWD 4dr.................................................... 35,378 MILES $40,479

*ALL PRICES PLUS TAX, TAG, & TITLE. FINANCING AVAILABLE WITH APPROVED CREDIT. PRIOR SALES EXCLUDED. DEALER NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS. WARRANTY ON SELECT MAKES AND MODELS. SEE DEALER FOR DETAILS. UNITS MAY BE SOLD PRIOR TO PRINTING. OFFERS EXPIRE 3/31/12.

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906 Homes for Sale

BACK MOUNTAIN Centermorland

SUGARLOAF REDUCED!!!! 2 houses. Must sell

VITO’S & GINO’S Wanted: WANTED ALL JUNK CARS, TRUCKS & HEAVY EQUIPMENT DUMPTRUCKS BULLDOZERS BACKHOES

Highest Prices Paid!! FREE

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 homes in Tunkhannock. $275,000. For appointment, call: 570-310-1552

To place your ad Call Toll Free 1-800-427-8649

EXETER

PICKUP

800 PETS & ANIMALS 805

Birds

Now is the time for all good men and women to come to the aid of their country.

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PINEAPPLE CONURES

Hand fed, hand raised, tame, sold elsewhere for $399. On sale for $199 each. Call 570-472-3914

815

Dogs

PAWS

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.

BEAUTIFUL LAB PUPS

AKC, Nice Pedigree. 8 weeks March 16. Black Females and Males avail. $350 Limited, $500 Full Reg. 570-250-4977.

Nice size four bedroom home with some hardwood floors, large eat in kitchen with breakfast bar. 2 car garage & partially fenced yard. Close to everything! $92,900 Call Christine Kutz 570-332-8832

EXETER

OPEN HOUSE Sunday 12pm-5pm

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

JENKINS TWP.

Highland Hills 8 Patrick Road Magnificent custom built tudor home with quality throughout. Spacious 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 2 story living room with fireplace and library loft. Dining room, family room and 3 season sunroom which overlooks professionally landscaped grounds with gazebo and tennis/basketball court. Lower level includes recreation room, exercise room and 3/4 bath. Enjoy this serene acre in a beautiful setting in Highland Hills Development. Too many amenities to mention. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-723 $399,900 Call Terry 570-885-3041 Angie 570-885-4896

SHIH-TZU PUPPIES

Pure Bred & Mixes $400 and up 570-250-9690

845

LINE UP A GREAT DEAL... IN CLASSIFIED! 930 Wanted to Buy Real Estate

SWOYERSVILLE 19 Bohac St.

2-3 bedroom. New bath with laundry 1st floor. Large living room. Finished lower level. Full walk up attic. Air conditioning. Nice yard, 1 car garage. Low taxes. Gas heat. A must see. $95,000 Call 570-760-1281 for appointment

WEST PITTSTON

House Wanted Need Owner finance. Flood house OK. Will repair. Contact 570-212-8370

941

Apartments/ Unfurnished

OPEN HOUSE Sunday 12pm-5pm

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

Apartments/ Unfurnished

ASHLEY Brand new 2 bedroom, washer/dryer hookup, $550 month + utilities. No pets. OTHER APTS AVAILABLE IN NANTICOKE 570-868-6020

BEAR CREEK

KINGSTON

72 E. W alnut St. 3rd floor, located in quiet neighborhood. Kitchen, living room, dining room, sun room, bathroom. 2 large and 1 small bedroom, lots of closets, built in linen, built in hutch, hardwood floors, fireplace, storage room, yard. New washer/ dryer, stove & fridge. Heat and hot water included. 1 year lease + security. $950 570-406-1411

30+ DAY

BEING REMODELED

Featured on WNEP’s Home & Backyard. Move right into this 3 bedroom, 2 bath immaculate home with custom maple eat in kitchen, stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors, Jacuzzi tub, 2 fireplaces, abundance of storage leading outside to a private sanctuary with deck/pergola & Koi pond. Off street parking. MUST SEE. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-733 $189,900 Call Keri 570-885-5082

WEST WYOMING

438 Tripp St

OPEN HOUSE Sunday 12pm-5pm

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

FORTY FORT FIRST FLOOR EFFICIENCY / 1 BEDROOM, BRAND NEW FLOORING, CARPETING, MODERN/APPLIANCES, ELECTRIC/GAS FIREPLACE. APPLICATION/EMPLO YMENT VERIFICATION “being considered” NO PETS/SMOKING 2 YEARS @ $500+ UTILITIES. MANAGED!

America Realty Rentals

288-1422

542

KINGSTON Available Now

Beautiful 1 bedroom apartment in nice neighborhood. Wall to wall carpeting. Plenty of closet space. All kitchen appliances, including dishwasher & garbage disposal. Nice pantry area off kitchen. Washer / dryer hookup. No pets. No smoking. $450 + utilities & security. Call 570-406-9243 Leave Message All Calls Returned Same Day

KINGSTON

Available April 1 New 3 room apartment. All utilities included except electric. No smoking & no pets. $650 + security and references. Furnished or unfurnished. Call 570-954-1200

TAYLOR

LAFLIN

909

FISH TANK with hood, pump, heater, all accessories $25. 570-287-0023

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.

Apartments/ Unfurnished

Logistics/ Transportation

E.Light, WALNUT ST. bright, 1st

floor, 2 bedrooms, elevator, carpeted, security system. Garage. Extra storage & cable TV included. Laundry facilities. Air Conditioned. Fine neighborhood. Convenient to bus & stores. No pets. References. Security. Lease. No smokers please. $765 + utilities. Call. 570-287-0900

LARKSVILLE 3 bedroom, 1 bath.

$725. Double security. Brand New Hardwood & Tile Floors, Dishwasher, Washer/Dryer Hook-Up. Must see to appreciate. BOVO Rentals Quality Affordable Housing

VISIT US 570-328-9984

PITTSTON Modern 1st floor, 2

bedroom apartment. Kitchen with all appliances, new deck. Gas Heat. No smoking, no pets. $500 + utilities & security. Call 570-714-9234

542

Logistics/ Transportation

NANTICOKE 1st floor. 1 bed-

room, electric water and heat included. Off street parking. Freshly painted, w/d hookup. $575/mo., lease and security required. NO PETS 570-477-6018 leave message

WEST PITTSTON 203 Delaware Ave.

Out of flood zone. 4 rooms, no pets, no smoking, off street parking. Includes heat, water, sewer, fridge, stove, w/d. High security bldg. 1st floor or 2nd floor 570-655-9711

WEST PITTSTON

NANTICOKE

FIRST FLOOR

2 bedrooms, hardwood floors, refrigerator, washer & dryer in kitchen . Heat & hot water included. $625/per month. Call (570) 735-4074

NANTICOKE Spacious 1 bed-

room 1st floor. New carpeting, gas range and fridge included. Garage parking, no dogs. References and security required. $450/mo. Water, sewer, garbage fee incl. Tenant pays gas and electric 570-696-3596

PARSONS SECTION

2nd floor 2 Bedroom, Washer/Dryer hookup, Off street parking water included, freshly painted $525/mo plus utilities. lease & security required. No pets. 570-328-1875

2nd floor, 5 rooms, wall-to-wall carpeting, window dressings, stove, refrigerator, & garbage disposal. Washer/ dryer hookup, offstreet parking. No pets, no smoking. $650/month + security. Heat, water & sewer included. Call 570-574-1143

All full-time positions come with the following beneﬁts: medical, 8 paid holidays, 401k after 1 year, and paid vacation. Pay increases based on skill development.

PLYMOUTH

2 bedroom apartment. Heat, water, stove & fridge included. Near bus stop. $600/month No smoking or pets. Credit and background check, security & references required. Call (570) 592-2902

WEST PITTSTON 1 bedroom efficien-

cy apartment. No pets. $315 + utilities & security deposit. Call 570-333-5499

542

Logistics/ Transportation

EVERY THURSDAY IN MARCH from Noon-4pm at the Tunkhannock Public Library

Interested Applicants can Apply Online at www.XLCServices.com. Interviews scheduled Monday thru Friday. Call 800-472-1013 or walk-ins welcome at Job Fairs. 548 Medical/Health

548 Medical/Health

210 Beechwood Dr Rare brick & vinyl tri-level featuring 8 rooms, 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, family room with fireplace, rear patio, sprinkler system, alarm system & central air. MLS#11-2819 $199,000 CALL DONNA 570-613-9080

Income & Commercial Properties

NANTICOKE

4, 5, 6, 7, and 8 unit apartment buildings. Fully occupied. City license and occupancy permits issued. Very well maintained. Some have new windows, roofs, coinop washer/dryer. 570-736-3125

912 Lots & Acreage

WATERFRONT LAND LIQUIDATION! March 31st!

SHAVERTOWN 105 Summit Street

Fire damaged home. Sold as is. 60’ x 235’ lot. Public sewer, water & gas. $34,500 Call 570-675-0446, evenings.

7 acres – 400 ft Riverfront $69,900 Cooperstown, NY! Nice woods, gorgeous setting! $5,000 off for cash! Free kayak! Call now! (888) 793-7762 www.NewYorkLandandLakes.com

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

Call TODAY For AVAILABILITY!!

Commercial Properties

548 Medical/Health

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

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

PITTSTON COOPERS CO-OP

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

Certain Restrictions Apply*

WILKES-BARRE

1 bedroom. Heat & hot water included. $550 month + security required 973-879-4730

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

WYOMING

Wyoming Ave 2nd floor, large newly remodeled, 2 bedroom 1 bath. All appliances, w/d hardwood floors. $615/mo + utilities. No pets, security and references . 570-954-2972

950

Half Doubles

JENKINS TWP.

3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, refrigerator & stove provided, washer/dryer hookup, off-street parking, no pets, $550/month, plus utilities, & 1 month security. SECTION 8 WELCOME Call 570-814-6072

KINGSTON DUPLEX

5,000 sq. ft. No loading dock. Off street parking. $550 mo. + utilities 570-540-0746

Beautiful 1st floor. 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath, 5 rooms. Convenient residential location. Hardwood floors, natural wood -work, French doors, laundry with washer & dryer included. Refrigerator, gas range, dishwasher, oak cabinets, off street parking, fenced in back yard, storage. Available May 1. $695 + utilities & security. 570-690-0633

796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise

944

Commercial Properties

PITTSTON

570-735-1487

Half Doubles

WE PAY THE MOST IN CASH

BUYING 11am to 6pm

39 Prospect St • Nanticoke

The Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center is currently accepting applications for full-time Registered Nurses at the VA Medical Center

Registered Nurses Med/Surg Community Living Center (Geriatrics) Short Procedure Unit (SPU)

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer paid, vacation/sick leave, health and life insurance coverage and an attractive retirement package including a tax deferred savings plan. Interested applicants must submit the following information: Application for Nurses and Nurse Anesthetists, VAF 10-2850a; Declaration for Federal Employment, OF-306; Curriculum Vitae, copy of Nursing Degree, and License Verification. ACLS/BCLS Certification documentation required upon joining the VA Medical Center staff or within the first 3-months of employment. Forms are available at http://www.vacareers.va.gov/job-search For additional information please call (570) 824-3521, EXTENSION 7209.

WILKES-BARRE

EAST END Clean and freshly painted. 3 bedrooms, spacious kitchen, hardwood floors, near amenities. Full basement, stove & refrigerator, washer/dryer hookup, no pets. $625/month, + utilities & security. Call 570-328-3516 570-825-0046

953 Houses for Rent

HARVEYS LAKE

2 small bedrooms, all appliances, security & 1st. Available 4/1. NO PETS. 570-762-6792

HARVEYS LAKE

2.5 bedrooms, 2 baths, all appliances, hardwood floors, gas fireplace, washer/dryer on premises, single car attached garage. No pets. $1,100/month + security. Water, sewer & garbage paid. Call 570-855-2687

HUNLOCK CREEK

SYLVAN LAKE

1 bedroom, tenant pays utilities, $515/per month, Call (570) 256-7535

NANTICOKE Desirable

SQUARE FOOT RE MANAGEMENT 866-873-0478

Shopping for a new apartment? Classified lets you compare costs without hassle or worry! Get moving with classified!

PLAINS

3 bedroom single, close to Cross Valley exit. Concrete basement with 2nd bath. Appliances and w/d hookup. Gas heat. Non smokers preferred. Section 8 not accepted. $750 plus utilities. 1st, last, security and references. 570-822-7341 SWOYERSVILLE Completely remodeled Large 2 story, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, single family home including refrigerator, stove, dishwasher & disposal. Gas heat, nice yard, good neighborhood,. Off street parking. Shed. No pets. $995 / month. 570-479-6722

Rooms

LAKEFRONT fully furnished. Wifi, cable. Weekly, monthly. Season 2012 starting June 570-639-5041

Need a Roommate? Place an ad and find one here! 570-829-7130

QUAIL HOLLOW VILLAGE TIME SHARE

Beech Mountain Lakes, Drums PA. Great Price! Call 570-954-8795

974 Wanted to Rent Real Estate

Kingston, Forty Fort or Bear Creek Area Responsible couple. Non-smokers. Seeking to rent a single home or half double. Call 570-822-8361

1000 SERVICE DIRECTORY 1024

Building & Remodeling

1st. Quality Construction Co.

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

Senior Citizens Discount! State Lic. # PA057320

570-606-8438 1135

Hauling & Trucking

ALWAYS READY HAULING Moving, Deliveries, Property & Estate Cleanups, Attics, Cellars, Yards, Garages, Construction Sites, Flood Damage & More. CHEAPER THAN A DUMPSTER!! Free Metal Removal Free Estimates 570-301-3754

1156

Insurance

NEPA LONG TERM CARE AGENCY

Long Term Care Insurance products/life insurance/estate planning. Reputable Companies. 570-580-0797 FREE CONSULT www nepalong termcare.com

1165

Lawn Care

WEST PITTSTON

Rooms for rent in large, furnished Victorian Home. Hardwood floors. Modern kitchen, bath & laundry. Off street parking. $500 + security. All utilities, cable & internet included. Month to month lease. Call 570-430-3100

570-702-2497

941

Apartments/ Unfurnished

SPIKE & GORILLA’S LAWNCARE

Silly Name, Serious Results! Residential & Commercial Services Available.

Apartments/ Unfurnished

IN THE HEART OF WILKES-BARRE

Immediate Occupancy!!

Efficiencies available @30% of income

SHIPPING/RECEIVING DEPARTMENT

Part Time with potential for Full on First & Second Shift (Sunday-Thursday) We are seeking energetic individuals with distribution experience and a great work ethic for 1ST/2ND shift. We offer a competitive starting wage with potential for rapid increase based on performance. Interested individuals should apply in person at:

E.O.E. M/F/D/V

566 Sales/Business Development

AUTOMOTIVE SALES CONSULTANTS Valley Chevrolet is seeking individuals who are self-starters, team-oriented and driven. (No experience necessary)

We Offer: • Salary & Commission • Benefits • 401k Plan • 5 Day Work Week • Huge New & Used Inventory Apply in person to: Blake Gagliardi, Sales Manager Rick Merrick, Sales Manager

Please mail your complete application package to:

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS Medical Center (05) 1111 East End Boulevard, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711 VA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

971 Vacation & Resort Properties

HARVEY’S LAKE

962

Keystone Automotive Operations, Inc. 100 Slocum Ave., Exeter, PA 18643 570-655-4514 Fax: (570) 655-8115

Emergency Room ICU/Telemetry OR/ PACU

950

Lexington Village Nanticoke, PA Many ranch style homes. 2 bedrooms $936 + electric only

www.mayflower crossing.com

PITTSTON

Completely remodeled, modern 1 bedroom apt. Lots of closet space, with new tile floor & carpets. Includes stove, refrigerator, washer/dryer hook up. Oil heat, nice yard & neighborhood. No pets. $575/month includes water & sewer. 570-479-6722

Hiring Experienced Forklift Operators $12.25 hourly. ***STRAIGHT DAY SHIFT OR NIGHT SHIFT (12 hour shifts ave. 42 hours per week) ***75 cent night shift pay differential offered. ***Pay increase based on skill development. Take charge...LEARN AND EARN! XLC Services, LLC (Logistics) is seeking experienced Forklift Operators - MUST HAVE 1 YEAR FULL TIME EXPERIENCE - with great employment history to work at their Mehoopany, PA location. The following skills are necessary for these positions. • High School Diploma/GED • Computer Skills • Valid Driver’s License • Criminal Background Check • Pass Pre-Employment Drug Screen & Physical

944

Center City WB

Pet Supplies

900 REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

941

HARDING

Renovated 1st floor, 2 bedroom apartment. New carpeting and paint. Fridge & stove. Water Included. $600 + security & utilities. Call 570-240-6620 or 570-388-6503

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

To place your ad call...829-7130

941

WILKES-BARRE

Call 829-7130 Place your pet ad and provide us your email address

HUNLOCK CREEK

Very nice 3 bedroom, 2 bath double wide in quiet country setting. $20,000. Financing available Call 717-439-7716

941

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

together. Each has its own utilities on 2.5 + acres. 3 car garage with 3 large attached rooms. For Sale By Owner. $239,900 Call (570) 788-5913

915 Manufactured Homes

SWOYERSVILLE

288-8995 Say it HERE in the Classifieds! 570-829-7130

SUNDAY DISPATCH

601 Kidder Street, Wilkes-Barre

MARTIN D. POPKY APARTMENTS

61 E. Northampton St. Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701 • Affordable Senior Apartments • Income Eligibility Required • Utilities Included! • Low cable rates; • New appliances; • Laundry on site; • Activities! •Curbside Public Transportation

Please call 570-825-8594 D/TTY 800-654-5984

SUNDAY DISPATCH 1183

Masonry

JAMES ATHERTON MASONRY Free Estimates All phases of masonry, foundations, brick, concrete, chimneys & roofs 570-417-7688

LINE UP A GREAT DEAL... IN CLASSIFIED!

Looking for the right deal on an automobile? Turn to classified. It’s a showroom in print! Classified’s got the directions! 1297

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Tree Care

ZOMERFELD TREE SERVICE, INC.

Tree removal, trimming, stump grinding. Demolition Hauling & excavating. 570-574-5018

Find that new job.

It’s there when you wake up. Get convenient home delivery.

Call 829-5000

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Call 829-7130 to place an employment ad. ONLY ONL NLY ONE N LE LEA LEADER. E DER. timesleader.com

Collect Cash. Not Dust. Sell it in The Times Leader Classiﬁed section.

The Dispatch LOCAL PROS CHIMNEY/CONSTRUCTION

HEALTH/BEAUTY

HAIR AT HOME

CHIMNEY REPAIR AND REBUILDING

If you are someone who is not able to get to a Salon to have your hair cut, colored, or permed. Call 570-655-8639

Stucco, parging, foundations, sidewalks, driveways, cellars, hauling, g, All Concrete Work Insured. Licensed.

I RETURN ALL CALLS! 570-457-5849

Shirley Berti Hair Designs

HEATING

CONSTRUCTION

CHRIS LATONA General Contractor

Ceramic Tile Work - Kitchens - Bathrooms - Garages - Replacement Windows - New Homes - Additions - Doors Complete Remodeling FREE Estimates - Insured

457-8145 or 655-0777

Quality Works at Aﬀordable Prices PA008322

JOHN PREGMON CONSTRUCTION Complete Home Remodeling, Kitchens, Baths, Drywall, Windows, Siding & Roofs.

570-457-0087

ATTENTION FLOOD VICTIMS Call Northeast Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning For all your needs. Licensed / Insured

570-499-3225

HOME IMPROVEMENT Exterior Home Improvements By

NORTHEAST WINDOW, INC. Locally Owned & Operated Since 1987

• Windows • Siding • Enclosures • Fiberglass Doors

• Storm Doors • Vinyl Railings • Rooﬁng • And More

FREE ESTIMATES

570.654.4220 www.northeastwindow.com PA018418

MARTIRANO OUTDOOR SERVICES

ONLY ONL NL LY ONE N LE LEA L LEADER. E DER. timesleader.com

NEED A DUMPSTER? CALL 570-335-4755

J. CAWLEY MOVING, LLC JASON CAWLEY, PITTSTON

Local & long distance moves. Residential, Offices & Institutional moves. (570) 299-7852 jcawleymoving@yahoo.com

INCOME TAX PREPARATION

PICK UP SERVICES AVAILABLE Bruce Moluski 570-457-1840 TRAVEL

LANDSCAPING

Call 829-7130 to place an ad.

MOVING

TAX SERVICES

PA# HIC EA 18685

DUMPSTER

TTo o Place Place Y Your our A Ad d C a ll 1 -800-273-7130 Call 1-800-273-7130

Lawn Care, Clean Ups, Hedge Trimming and Removal, Retaining Walls, Gravel, Stone, Soil, Mulch, Planting Curb Stone, New Lawns, Seeding, Pressure Washing, Drainage, Grading, Plus Much More!

Call 570-766-1785 P.A. Landscaping & Lawn Services, Inc. Serving NEPA for 24 Years Complete Landscaping Design & Lawn Maintenance Free Estimates/Fully Insured 570-287-4780

BROADWAY SHOW BUS TRIPS

JERSEY BOYS Wed. April 11th $150 (Front Mezz) WICKED Wed. May 2nd $169 (Orchestra) LION KING Wed. June 13th $175 (Orchestra)

CALL ROSEANN @ 655-4247 Overnight Junket to Atlantic City’s Taj Mahal!

Tuesday, April 10 & 11

Complementary room, transportation & baggage handling. Food, Beverages & Snacks served on bus. $25 per person.

Al Lispi: 570-814-3137 or 570-823-9578