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of heartache of a slightly different sort, but heartache just the same. See, I made the mistake last week, Tuesday actually as I headed for the polls, of making a left from Radcliffe Street onto Carroll intending to turn left again at Church Street and cruise on down to City Hall. Well, I ain’t gonna do that again for a long, long time. See, at the corner of Carroll and Church I wound up sitting at the stop sign a lot longer than I needed to. It’s a good thing there were no cars behind me because I just could not bring myself to move. Not with the leveled remains of what used to be St. Mary’s Assumption Church right there, filling the array from the driver’s side window. I had to look. And look. And look. I even put the car in park. I guess I thought I was going to get used to this. Turns out I was wrong. The death of St. Mary’s –

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well, I guess we should call its demolition a burial; the church died long ago – is almost more than I can bear. That it came to pass just a matter of days after Sacred Heart Church in Plains met the same fate made it even worse. I’m a back road, side street guy as opposed to an 80 mph highway guy, so my preferred mode of getting from Pittston to Luzerne County Community College most mornings is a leisurely drive along Main Street, Inkerman, into Plains, Wilkes-Barre and eventually Middle Road to Nanticoke. This route takes me right past Sacred Heart, a church I was in only once, for a funeral, but a welcomed sight to start my day, not unlike a friend waving from his front porch. Now Sacred Heart is gone. Just like that. It disappeared literally overnight. I noticed with sadness one day that some of the siding had been removed and knew what that meant. But the speed with which it vanished left me

shaken. Others have expressed the same feeling, including Lesa Gelb, new Luzerne County judge, who is Jewish. She was teary-eyed as we chatted about the loss this Catholic church. Another empty lot along this same stretch – the spot where little St. Mark’s, beloved by its parishioners, once stood – conjures up pain once again now that Sacred Heart is no more. Foolish me. I had thought my St. Mark’s wound was healed. Of course, the latest church demolitions bring back thoughts of St. John the Baptist, the first local church to succumb to the wrecking ball. I feel guilty when I think of “the Baptist,” guilty that I did not mourn sufficiently at the time. I’m trying to console myself by chalking it up to shock. So, while I cannot bring myself to visit the remains of St. Mary’s, I am not allowing myself to suppress the emotions. Father Gerald Bishof’s kindly face is before me as I write this. And Father William Campbell’s

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thought provoking homilies, riveting dissertations worthy of university theology classes, are ringing in my ears. And strangely – don’t ask me why – I cannot stop thinking about a little trickle of perspiration I recall rolling down my back beneath a tennis shirt as I sat in a pew at St. Mary’s on a beastly hot summer afternoon, having dashed over from the Sunday Dispatch office to attend 4 o’clock mass before returning for another seven or eight hours of newspaper work. What I remember is not minding it. We know St. Mary’s will not be the last church to fall. And who knows, maybe we will get used to this. But for know, I cannot help but think of these words of Benjamin Franklin: “When the well’s dry, they know the worth of water.” And to ponder not about which church will be the next in line, but ultimately which will be the last.

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A couple of my old high school buddies have started playing music together. They’re calling themselves The Tomkins Street Duo because that’s where they grew up, on Tomkins Street in Pittston. What I like about their music is that it happens to be my music, the stuff I listened to in high school and college. What I also appreciate is that they are full of surprises. I’ll hear a few notes of a song and think ‘Wow, I haven’t thought of that one in 40 years.” Such was the case a few weeks ago when they did a rendition of the old Kinks’ song “Who’ll Be the Next in Line?” The song was written for a rock band, not a duo, but they nailed it. And nailed me. It’s been rattling around in my head since and particularly right now. The song is about heartache. It’s a guy who’s been dumped and wondering who’ll be the next victim, “the next in line.” It’s in my head today because

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Mericle employees and their families along with Pittston Township officials take a break from work at Tony Attardo Memorial Park to pose for this photo in front of the park sign. PHOTOS BY TONY CALLAIO

Volunteers give facelift to Pittston Twp. park Mericle Real Estate ‘family’ donates time and funds for sprucing up project By TONY CALLAIO

Dispatch correspondent

Robert Mericle, president/CEO of Mericle Commercial Real Estate Services along with Mary Jo Sebia give the teeter-totter at Tony Attardo Memorial Park in Pittston Township a fresh coat of paint.

structed around the perimeter of the field. Pittston Township Little League and Youth Softball League, as well as the Challen-

ger League will utilize both fields. The Challenger League is for people with physical and mental disabilities up to the age of 21.

The basketball courts will be sealed and re-striped, the posts painted and a set of new rims and nets, Mericle said. The re-striping is courtesy of M. Mayo Strip-

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Tony Attardo Memorial Park in Pittston Township, along with the former teeners’ league baseball field across the street, received a much-needed facelift last week. Mericle Commercial Real Estate Service donated staff and money for the project. This was the second such project by Mericle in Pittston Township through their “Lend a Hand” program. According to Robert Mericle, president and chief executive officer of Mericle Real Estate, the project totaled $50,000 with the majority of that happening at the former baseball field. The baseball field, which had not been used for decades, was converted into two softball diamonds. Two new backstops were added in opposite corners. Grass was planted in the original baseball field to shorten it to a regulation softball field. The opposite backstop was erected and an infield was cut out. Diamond-Tex material was added to the infield and new roofs were installed to the dugouts. In addition to the two softball fields, a walking track was con-

ing. According to Mericle Senior Vice President Bryan McManus, Attardo Park received new fertilizer, grass seeding, raking and cleaning. All playground equipment along with a gazebo received a fresh coat of paint. Mulch was added as well as new trash containers. Existing trash containers were painted. “This is an opportunity for our people to give back to the communities we work in; something we’ve been doing for many years and an opportunity to hopefully return some of the space to more productivity for the kids,” Mericle said. The Mericle company and its workers have refurbished Spadi Park in Jenkins Township, Orioles’ Park in Pittston Township, and Jessup Youth Sports Complex in Jessup Borough. “One of the greatest improvements,” said Murph Adams, Pittston Township supervisor and road master, of the volunteer work. “Bob took care of us at Orioles’ Park and he’s doing this park over and it’s amazing. People are enjoying it and we have girls’ softball that will utilize the two new fields. He’s done one heck of a job for us.”

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T I TA N I C S I N K I N G

He’s floating a new angle Jenkins Twp. man rescues local disaster connections in new book

Bill Lewis wrote a book about local Titanic connections for the Luzerne County Historical Society.

BY JACK SMILES jsmiles@psdispatch.com

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s a past president and board member of the Luzerne County Historical Society, Bill Lewis is interested in “the creepy side of things.” The Jenkins Township resident has conducted ghost walks to sites of notorious murders and public hangings. Last September, Lewis was speaking in that vein to a senior citizens group in Hanover Township when he mentioned that Titanic survivors are buried in St. Mary’s Cemetery in the township. “A hand shot up in the back,” Lewis said. “And the woman said, ‘my mother and brother were on the Titanic.’” Wilkes-Barre Passengers on the The speaker was Mae Tho- Titanic” which Lewis wrote for mas, whose mother Thelma and the Luzerne County Historical brother Assad survived the di- Society. saster. It was published by the society Thelma’s brother-in-law, last month in time for the 100th Charles Thomas, anniversary of the who was traveling disaster. with Thelma to re- The Lewis book The idea for the unite her with her includes neverbook was sparked husband Alexander by that chance Thomas in Wilkes- before-published meeting Lewis had Barre, did not sur- photos of area with Mae Thomas vive. Charles Titanic victims when he spoke to helped rescue Asthe senior citizens. sad, who was five and survivors. It’s Lewis had been months old at the 44 pages long and aware that Mae time. Thelma was lived in Wilkesincludes bibli16. Barre before he met Assad, who died ography and foot- her that day and he in 1931, and Thel- notes. knew that her mothma, who died in er Thelma had been 1974, are buried at something of a ceSt. Mary’s near a lebrity in Wilkesmemorial marker for Charles. Barre during her lifetime, espeAboard the Titanic, Thelma cially around the time of Titanic and Charles, who was holding anniversaries. Assad, became separated. The Numerous newspaper articles story of how they were reunited were written about her and she on the rescue ship, Carpathia, is attended survivor reunions and one of the most compelling sto- knew Walter Lord, author of the ries in the booklet “Stories of the famed Titanic book, “A Night to

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Remember.” His curiosity piqued, Lewis researched other local families connected to the disaster. He found at least 20, including one with a family connection to Laflin. While these other Titanic families also had their stories told in newspapers over the years, many were more obscure than the Thomas family story and Lewis saw a need for the all stories to be collected in a single volume. Working with local Titanic passenger descendants and researching newspaper archives and books, he compiled the stories. Lewis said as he spoke at Titanic events and signed books he was amazed by the amount of middle school and younger kids who are fascinated by the Titanic. “Half the book signings at Barnes & Noble were for kids,” he said. Lewis was also amazed to learn in the course of his research that a month after the Titanic sank, a silent film of the disaster opened in the Poli Theater in Wilkes-Barre.

The Lewis book includes never-before-published photos of area Titanic victims and survivors. It’s 44 pages long and includes bibliography and footnotes. The book costs $6 and proceeds benefit the Publication Fund of the Luzerne County Historical Society. It is available at the Luzerne County Historical Society and Barnes & Noble Booksellers. Lewis is an officer of the

Wyoming Commemorative Society and a Son of the American Revolution. He’s the author of a booklet on the Wyoming Monument and of a monograph on Wilkes-Barre mayors. He is one of nine members of the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, or PHMC. The PHMC is responsible for the collection, conservation and interpretation of the state’s historic heritage, which it accomplishes through the Pennsylvania State Archives, the State Museum of Pennsylvania, the Bureau of Historic Sites and Museums, the Pennsylvania Trails of History, the Bureau for Historic Preservation and the Bureau of Management Services. Lewis and his wife, Dr. Mary Ellen Judge Lewis, have lived in Jenkins Township since 1995 and are the parents of four children, William III, Thomas M., Ann C. and Mary Madeline. Lewis is vice president of the Merrill Lynch Wealth Management office in Wilkes-Barre.

Downtown party for heroes By JACK SMILES

Charles A. Adonizio III, president of the Greater Pittston Chamber, discusses the Chamber's Hometown Heroes Memorial project recently. The memorial design includes a 50-foot flag pole, four black polished monuments with affixed brass plates engraved with the likeness and information of the memorialized heroes and a pair of searchlights.

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Coming Saturday, May 12 is a great opportunity to check out the new party digs in downtown Pittston, sample beer from the brand new Susquehanna Brewing Company, have a bite to eat and see and hear a local classic rock cover band, all while honoring our Hometown Heroes. The event – a benefit party at the city’s Open Space venue to support the Chamber of Commerce’s Hometown Heroes Memorial project – will feature Bill Gelb and the Banana Hammocks Band, beer, soft drinks and light fare. Mark Nobile of the Susquehanna Brewing Company is Vice President of the Greater Pittston Chamber of Commerce. Tickets are $30 and reservations by May 7 are recommended. Contact the Chamber at 570-655-1424 or by email at info@pittstonchamber.org. The chamber is in the process of a campaign to raise approximately $30,000 for Hometown Heroes Memorial to Army Spc. Dale Kridlo, 1st Lt. Jeffery DePrimo, of Pittston, and Lt. Col Richard Berrettini, formerly of Dupont, who were killed in Afghanistan and State Trooper

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Joshua D. Miller, who was killed in the line of duty. The memorial design includes a 50-foot flag pole, four black polished monuments with affixed brass plates engraved with the likeness and information of the memorialized heroes and a pair of searchlights. In addition chamber also plans to plant a tree to honor retired United States Army Captain Thomas Jerome "T.J" Hromisin who was wounded in

Iraq. The chamber is also sell engraved 4 x 8 bricks and larger 12 x 12 blocks in a monument walkway. An anonymous donor who is a member of the chamber board has already agreed to pay for the flag pole. Joe Makarewicz of Everest Business Services donated such things as brochures and hard boards for an office depiction of the memorial. Graphic artist Jenn Rob-

inson designed a rendering of the memorial. Greg Timonte, of Dupont Monument, has consulted with the chamber on the monuments and plaques. In an email the chamber said, “The project has received help from a wide range of support from contractors who have pledged in kind construction services to the monument and other suppliers and of course the community who have responded with their donations.” .

Three area lawmakers on Nov. ballot The Greater Pittston area’s three state Representatives Phyllis Mundy, Mike Carroll and Sid Michaels Kavulich, did not face opposition in Tuesday’s primary and will take a place on the ballot in November. Democrat Mundy, of Kingston, who represents much of the West Side, will face Republican newcomer Aaron Kaufer, also of Kingston. Kaufer received 2,917 votes and Mundy received 4,201. The district includes Exeter, West Pittston, Wyoming, West Wyoming and Exeter Township. Unless a long shot write-in candidate wins, Carroll, D-Avoca, and Kavulich, D-Taylor, will run unopposed in November and earn another two years in Harrisburg. Carroll is finishing his third term and Kavulich is completeing his first term. Carroll represents the 118th district, which includes Avoca, Pittston, Dupont, Duryea Hughestown, Laflin and Jenkins Township. He received 3,220 votes in Luzerne County. Kavulich represents the 114th district, primarily in Lackawanna County, but includes Pittston Township and Yatesville in Luzerne County. It also includes Old Forge. He received 5,023 votes. The general election is scheduled for Nov. 6. - Joe Healey

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New court planned for Jenkins, Pittston Twps., Yatesville By JOE HEALEY

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“He’s highly regarded both for his work ethic and judicial temperament.” Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas President Judge Tom Burke Regarding Senior Magisterial Judge Andrew Barilla Jr.

Senior Magisterial Judge Andrew Barilla Jr., formerly the longtime Swoyersville judge. He was appointed to the seat after Judge Fred Pierantoni was elected to the Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas. Burke said Barilla is a “workhorse.” “He’s highly regarded both for his work ethic and judicial tem-

perament,” Burke said of Barilla, who filled in for former magisterial judge William Amesbury when Amesbury was elected to the Court of Common Pleas. “We’re lucky to have him.” The proposal keeps Judge Joe Carmody’s district the same Exeter, West Pittston, West Wyoming, Wyoming and Exe-

ter. The proposal eliminates one court seat, the Freeland seat. Magisterial district judges are elected to six-year terms and are paid $72,000 a year. As a senior judge, Barilla is paid on a per diem basis The Pittston bench seat would be on the 2013 ballot and would be filled starting in 2014. At least two area residents, Attorney Mark Singer, a former assistant district attorney and current public defender, and Luzerne County deputy prothonotary Arthur Bobbouine have expressed interest in running for the seat.

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A plan submitted to the state by Luzerne County would add Yatesville Borough and the townships of Pittston and Jenkins to the magisterial district court housed at Pittston City Hall, according to Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas President Judge Thomas Burke. The plan, generated by the county and required by the state every 10 years, must be approved by the State Supreme Court. Burke submitted the proposed plan under a directive from the administrative office of

Pennsylvania courts that seeks to eliminate 50 magisterial districts in Pennsylvania. Burke said the reorganization attempts to group judges with specific school districts where feasible so the magisterial judges can have a bigger impact in minimizing truancy and crime. The vast Pittston and Jenkins townships and small borough of Yatesville are currently in the territory of District Judge Diana Malast in Plains Township whose district would be reduced to just Laflin and Plains Township. The Pittston seat is currently occupied on an interim basis by

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Healthy snack maker moves to Pittston Twp. Good Health Natural Products now makes Veggie Stix, Veggie Chips here JOE HEALEY

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A Greensboro, N.C. healthy snack food manufacturer has set up shop at a facility in the Grimes Industrial Park. Good Health Natural Products has begun making Veggie Stix and Veggie Chips in a newly-remodeled production and distribution center at 162 Commerce Drive. The facility employs 12 people, seven in the warehouse and five on the production side. Good Health owns the Good Health Natural Foods brand that produces similar snacks, such as Olive Oil Potato Chips, Avocado Oil Potato Chips, Half Naked Popcorn and Humbles Baked Hummus Chips. They also own the South of France brand that

produces natural soaps and skin care products. The snacks being produced at the Pittston Township facility contain a concentrated mix of potatoes, spinach, broccoli, carrots, beets, shiitake mushrooms and tomatoes. Terry Meyer, executive vice president of the company, said the unique part about the snacks is the retention of the vegetables’ nutritional value. “The concentrates retain the nutrients and the flavors of the vegetables during the cooking process so you get significant proportions of multiple vitamins in one serving of Veggie Stix,” Meyers said. “It’s a much healthier treat than conventional snack foods.” Before the plant opened, the

company used a contract manufacturer to produce the snacks. “This is a new venture for us,” he said. “Veggie Stix is the number one product in our lineup; it just makes sense to produce it ourselves.” A reason the company selected this area is because of its access to the Interstate system. “A lot of snack food manufacturers have set up shop in your area,” Meyer said. The company is leasing 52,000-square-feet of space from the Insalaco Development Group.

Before the plant opened, the company used a contract manufacturer to produce the snacks.

Veggie Stix are now being produced in Pittston Township.

Pittston Library sets schedule Scheduled events at the Pittston Library include:

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Finish the Story contest

In conjunction with Children’s Book week May 7-13, children ages 6 to 12 are invited to participate in a Finish The Story writing contest. There are four different story starters for the kids to choose from. Prizes will be awarded for winning submissions. Deadline for submissions is May 7.

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The club will meet at 6 p.m. on May 7 to discuss the book “Dead Until Dark” by Charlaine Harris. The library is offering basic computer class for adults at 10:30 a.m. on Mondays at 10:30 a.m. Call the library to register as space is limited.

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Crochet Club meets at 10 a.m. on Tuesday mornings and at 6 p.m. on Thursday evenings.

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The Wednesday Lego Club group will meet at 3:45 p.m. on May 2. The Monday Lego Club group will meet at 4 p.m. on May 14.

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Harding ambulance drive to conclude April 30 Pittston High Class of 1962 reunion committee to meet Saturday

College fair

The Pennsylvania Association for College Admission Counseling (PACAC) 10th Annual Northeast Regional College Fair will be held from 9 a.m. to noon and from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, April 30 at the Woodlands Inn and Resort. This event is free and open to the public. No advanced registration is required. Representatives from colleges and universities from at least 19 states throughout the eastern United States and parts of the Midwest, South and West are expected to attend. Pittston Library grant

The Pittston Memorial Library announces that “Verizon Reads Literacy Grant” will be presented at 3:30 p.m. on May 3 for the library’s inter-generation program. State Rep. Mike Carroll and State Sen. John Yudichak will present the grant award.

Salvation Army 100th anniversary events

The West Pittston Salvation Army is preparing for its 100th anniversary celebration. The organization will participate in the Cherry Blossom Festival Parade on May 5. There will be a Youth Group presentation on May 9. A banquet and recognition of Michael and Sandy Insalaco will be held on Thursday, May 10 at Saint Anthony’s Center, Exeter. Cost is $50 per person and reservations, which close on May 1, are required. For details, call Major Sheryl Hershey 655-5947 An 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 at the Salvation Army Citadel, 214 Luzerne Ave., West Pittston. PHS Class of 1962

The Pittston High School Class of 1962 will meet at noon on May 5 at Savo’s Pizza, Pittston. Classmates are urged to attend to help finalize plans for the upcoming reunion. The committee is also looking for contact information for several classmates.

For more information, call Robert Bartoli 357-6221, Frank Mulhern at 1-862-264-2812 or Florence Milazzo Lombardo at 655-3228. Supervision training

Penn State’s Supervision Essentials training program will be offered from 1 to 4:30 p.m. on May 8,15, 22 and 29 at the NEPA Alliance facility, Oak Street, Pittston. Fee is $695 per person or $645 for three or more from the same organization. For information, call 675-9102 or e-mail jqr8@psu.edu. La Leche League

The Greater Pittston La Leche League, affiliated with La Leche League International and providing breastfeeding information and support to families in the Wyoming Valley since 1979, will meet in a new location at 10 a.m. on Tuesday May 8 in the Community Room of the Laflin Borough Building, Laflin Road, Laflin. Pregnant women considering breastfeeding will learn more about the benefits of breastfeeding at this meeting.

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Shirley Judge, president of the Luzerne County Chapter of PSEA-Retired, announces the annual Spring Luncheon will be held on Thursday, May 10 at the East Mountain Inn, WilkesBarre. Registration will open at 11:30 a.m. and Lunch will be served at Noon. Principal speaker will be Sue Jones, president of PSEA-Retired, who will update the results of the recently held PSEA-Retired House of Delegates and offer information concerning events and happenings of PSEA in Pennsylvania. Shirley Judge will be honored as she ends her term as president

of Luzerne County Chapter. Elections will also be held for region and county offices. Reservations can be made by May 3 to Shirley Judge, 3 Bond Ave., Swoyersville, PA 18704. Checks can be made out to NE Region PSEA-Retired. For information, call 693-3864. Jenkins Twp. Open

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The 2012 annual fund drive to benefit the Harding Mount Zion Community Ambulance Association will end April 30. Forms have been mailed to all township families. A $20 contribution provides basic ambulance coverage for a household through Dec. 31 and ensures bills will not be due for services not covered by insurance. Forms are available by calling Jean Panzitta at 603-1147. Donations with a name and address can be mailed to HMZCAA, P.O. Box 133, Falls PA 18615.

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‘Wavers’ wave goodbye until next tax season Avoca Scouts help Great PA Clean Up

'Tax waver' Kelly, who asked not to print her last name, from Liberty Tax Service waves to passing motorists on Laurel Street in Pittston recently.

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You know times are tough when the State of Liberty is out of work. Just kidding, of course. These Statues of Liberty, the ones you’ve driven past dozens of times, knew their jobs had a shelf-live. They are the people who are paid to dance and wave outside Liberty Tax Services offices. And there’s not much point in doing that after April 15 … or 17, this year. Most say they love their jobs Some work 10 hours a week as a “waver” (their official name) like Bernie Skillens, and some work 40 hours split between marketing and waving like Kathleen Karl. But the dedication doesn’t end there. The two say that working in all weather conditions isn’t uncommon and that wind in particular stands out as a hazard. “When it’s too cold to snow, then that’s the worst” Karl said. In all weather conditions and times of the day, you can bet the wavers will be outside welcoming people. And they do it by choice. “We’ve had wavers choose to go outside in snow or at 8 at night with glow sticks for the extra cash and because it’s fun,” Karl said. She added that 8 dollars an

hour is nothing to sneeze at. But they said that’s not the only perk of the job. “Music is a good way to pass the time,” said Karl. “(Radio stations) 98.5, 97.1, and 92.1 are some of my favorites,” she added. And while they don’t get to keep their green outfits, they said they are extremely comfortable and light weight, which makes for easy movement. “The offices and their wavers are in competition with each other. Especially the Dunmore and Plains offices,” Karl said. “There’s a guy in Kingston in the Gateway Shopping Center with some moves,” Skillens said with a laugh. Although they both said they have seen their fair share of unsavory gestures they also said that most of the interaction they have with people is friendly. Karl said the only drawback is that tax season isn’t long enough. “We go to Virginia Beach and everything once a year in late May for a conference and all of the people who attend go outside in their outfits and wave, it’s a good time,” she added. Jessica Gorts Dispatch intern

Avoca Boy Scout Troop 316 participated in The Great PA Clean Up on Saturday April 21. The effort was sponsored by PA Department of Transportation in order to celebrate Earth Day. The Scouts cleaned up litter from the Avoca access ramps to Route 81 and the Avoca International Airport. From left, first row, are Chris Gunshore, Blase Twardorski, Mike Twardorski, Charlie Vermac, Adain Joyce, Dan Smith. Second row, Tom Joyce, Shaun Omalia, Matt Fino, John Smith. Absent from photo Joey Jones, Mrs. Jones and Bill Gunshore.

Health Clinic Golf Tournament The Care and Concern Free Health Clinic Golf Tournament is set for Friday, July 13, at Emanon Country Club. The format will feature a Captain and Crew with a shotgun start at 12:30 p.m. Cost is $85 per golfer or $340 for a team. The price includes lunch at Emanon, green fees and cart, refreshments on the course and dinner at the former Seton Catholic High School, awards and prizes. To register a team, call Didge Connors at 654-2585 or email him at didge7@comcast.net All proceeds will benefit the Care and Concern Free Health Clinic which serves people who have no health insurance.

Melucci honored Jessica Melucci was honored recently by Joyce Insurance Group at their annual company kick-off for her outstanding sales performance during 2011. Melucci has been employed at Joyce Insurance Group for eight years. Since beginning with the company she has worked in various facets of the insurance business. She has found great success as a Business Insurance Consultant. Melucci resides in West Pittston with her son, Benjamin. Happy birthday Happy birthday wishes go to Amy Lynn Soska and Brooke Gorey of Hughestown and Bob

Byzner Sr., of Duryea, all celebrating April 28; also Justin Dougherty, West Pittston, and John Vercerkauskas, Pittston, celebrating on May 3. Happy birthday to Jimmy Guariglia, of Pittston, celebrating his ninth birthday today, April 29. Happy anniversary to Hughestown Councilman Wayne Quick and his wife Mary Ann who celebrated their 27th wedding anniversary on March 27. Old Forge Day Old Forge Day will be held from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. today, April 29 at Quaker Steak and Lube. This event is a fundraiser for Old Forge Relay for Life.

WA’s Przybyla is named Kia Teacher of the Month Wyoming Area Tenth Street faculty member Deborah Przybyla was recently selected as the Ertley KIA Teacher of the Month. The selection of Przybyla was based on an essay written by Tenth Street Elementary student Ilana Cunningham. Przybyla received a 2012 KIA Optima Hybrid to drive for a

month. In addition to the car, Przybyla received a $150 gas card and four dinners to Chili’s Restaurant. Cunningham received a $150 gift card and a $5 gift card to Burger King. From left, are Fred Strauss, Ertley KIA Motors; Cunningham; Przybyla, Jon Pollard, principal, Tenth Street Elementary School.

Ida Bartoli will be celebrating her 96th birthday on May 5. Ida is a lifelong resident of Greater Pittston where she worked at Lee Manufacturing and was a member of the IGWU. She is a member of St. Rocco’s Church in Pittston. Ida is the proud mother and mother-in-law of Louis Bartoli and his wife Cindy of California and Rose Ferentino-Grimes and her husband Charles of Pittston. Ida is known as “Grammy” to her six grandchildren: Gina Binhimaid and Patricia Bartoli of California; Maurice Ferentino and his wife Ann of Pittsburgh; Jude Ferentino and his wife Lori, Jason Ferentino and his wife Tiffany, and Jarrett J. Ferentino and his wife Nicole, all of Pittston. Ida has been blessed with eight great-grandchildren: Sara and Ryan Binhimaid and Anthony, Marah, Dominick, Paulie, Michael, and “baby” Jude Ferentino. Ida will become a great grandmother for

the ninth time with the anticipated arrival of Victoria Ferentino in August. Ida resides at the Anderson Personal Care Home at Wesley Village. A birthday celebration will be held in her honor with all of her children, Ida Bartoli grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Ida loves spending time with her family, cooking, shopping and playing bingo.

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Yoga classes offered at Our Lady of Eucharist During the month of May at Our Lady of the Eucharist Parish, North Main St., Pittston, , Senior Yoga will be offered on Wednesday mornings, 9:3010:30 a.m. There will be no on class May 30. A new class, appropriate for all levels, including beginners, will be offered on Wednesday evenings, 7-8:15 p.m. Senior Yoga incorporates these objectives: breathe, move, strengthen, renew, relax. This is gentle yoga practice designed to increase awareness, flexibility, strength and relaxation. Participants are asked to bring a yoga mat and blanket. No prior experience is needed. Chairs are used to assist those who require them; there is no need to go to the floor. The first class is offered free. Classes will be offered on Wednesdays, May 2, 9, 16, & 23 from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at $8 per class YOGA for Peace and Healing is designed for all levels. This class introduces yoga as the pathway toward peace and healing. Students will learn a variety of yoga and mindfulness based practices to assist them in stress release and in healing at the deepest levels. Class is open to all; no prior experience is needed. Participants are asked to bring a yoga mat and blanket. All class sessions are supported by essential oils and aromatherapy candles. The first class free. Classes are Wednesdays, May 2, 9, 16, & 23 from 7-8:15 p.m.; $10 per class 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 services are free and confidential.

Bus trip planned to Doo Wop Show United Methodist Church, Pittston, Flower Fund is running a bus trip to the Doo Wop Cavalcade Show at the American Music Theater in Lancaster, Pa., on Saturday, Oct. 13, at 2 p.m. Cost is $94 which includes bus seat, show ticket, dinner, all tips and taxes. Reservations must be made no later than May 31.

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 532Main St., Avoca (570) 457-2566 Pastor Sharon Dietz (570) 282-0104 Sunday – Worship Service 11:15 a.m. Communion first Sunday of each month – non perishable food items will be collected this day. Mondays – Bible study – 6 p.m. alternating each week with Brick UM Church, Duryea. 1st Thursday of each month – food give-away 4 to 6 p.m. for

A $50 deposit is required when making reservation and balance is due by August 1. A smorgasbord dinner at Shady Maple follows the show. For additional information or to make a reservation, call 603-1915 and leave a message if no answer.

needy of Avoca and Duryea. Non perishable food items and monetary donations are accepted at this time. If you have a prayer request, call Pastor Dietz who will activate prayer chain. BRICK UNITED METHODIST 935 Foote Ave., Duryea (570)457-4424 Pastor Sharon Dietz (570) 282-0104 Sunday Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School – 10:15 a.m. during morning Worship Services for ages 3-12 Communion first Sunday of each month – non perishable food items will be collected this day. Mondays – Bible study – 6 p.m. alternating each week with Bethel UM Church, Avoca. Miracle of Awareness – coffee time – 6 p.m. meeting 7 p.m. Thursday – New beginnings meeting 7 p.m. 3rd Thursday of each month – United Methodist Women – 6:30 p.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.

Christ’s Community Clothes Closet will be open from 9-11 a.m. on Wednesday and Thursday evenings from 6-8 p.m. 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. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL UCC 500 Luzerne Avenue West Pittston Rev. Joan Mitchell, Pastor Sanctuary is handicapped accessible. Sunday at 11 a.m. Morning Worship Service Roast Beef Dinner- Saturday, May 5 –Serving 5-7 p.m. Takeouts starting at 4 p.m. Donation $9.00—Children under 12, $4.00 For tickets call Jean Williams (654-0588). 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 April 29 – 10 a.m. Sunday School; 11 a.m. Worshiop; 12:05 p.m. choir rehearsal

May 1 – 7 p.m. Trustees. 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. FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Wyoming Ave., West Pittston 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. For more information and reservations, call Doris Dushok, 654-2689 or Karen Weed, 6544446. FULL GOSPEL CHAPEL Avoca Adult Sunday School, 9:30; Sunday morning worship at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday evening Bible study and prayer service at 7:00. The church also hosts the Rose of Sharon Church with Rev. Vincente Torres on Sunday afternoon at 3:00 p.m. for the Hispanic community. GLENDALE GOSPEL CHURCH 105 Church Drive Glendale/Pittston Township Sunday Service 10:45 a.m. HARDING CHURCH OF CHRIST RR 1 Box 187A, Falls Sunday services: 10:00 a.m. Sunday School and 11:00 a.m. Church Service. Call 388-6534 www.hardingchurchofchrist.org HOLY MOTHER OF SORROWS PNCC 212 Wyoming Avenue, Dupont Rev. Zbigniew Dawid, Pastor Sunday Masses 8:00 a.m. Traditional Mass 9:15 a.m. School of Christian Living (SOCL) and Confirmation Class 10:30 a.m. Traditional High Mass See FAITH, Page 11

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Daily Mass 9:00 a.m. Monday through Saturday Starting Wednesday, May 2, May Devotions will be held at 7:00 p.m. INDEPENDENT BIBLE CHURCH 328 Main Street Duryea, PA 18642 (570) 451-0346 Home/Office JLaCava@TheBibleChurch.org INKERMAN PRESBYTERIAN Main St., Inkerman Services: Sundays, 9 a.m. 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. MOOSIC ALLIANCE CHURCH 608 Rocky Glen Road, Moosic Pastor: Doug Jensen 4576020 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.

Benediction. All are invited to participate in this monthly Holy Hour of prayer for an increase of vocations to the priesthood & religious life. First Friday Blue Army Prayer Vigil will be held on Friday, May 4, beginning at 8 p.m. with confessions, followed by Mass to the Sacred Heart of Jesus at approximately 9 p.m. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament will then follow with devotions to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary. The evening concludes with the Brown Scapular Enrollment to Our Lady of Mt. Carmel. The public is invited to participate.

ST. JOSEPH MARELLO PARISH OUR LADY OF MT. CARMEL ST. ROCCO’S Pittston 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. 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 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-3325989, or the rectory office-6546902. Get yours before it’s too late . Bus trip to Shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes, June 23/24. Contact Pat 609-5173 or Jean 693-1041. Anyone wishing to rent the parish banquet hall or meeting room should call Christine Silinskie, hall manager at 704-8861 for details and/or a tour of the facility. Mt. Carmel Senior Choir will hold rehearsal on Mondays, from 7-8:30 p.m. St. Rocco Senior Choir will resume weekly See FAITH, Page 12

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OBLATES OF ST. JOSEPH Highway 315, Pittston Masses are held daily in the seminary chapel at 7:00 a.m. (Monday – Friday) and on Saturday mornings at 8:00 a.m. There are no weekend Masses. Confessions are heard daily from 9:00 a.m. – 12 and from 3:00 – 6:00 p.m.. Office hours are Monday – Friday: 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., evenings and weekends by appointment. Office phone number is 654-7542. Every Wednesday evening Mass is celebrated at 7:00 p.m. in conjunction with the Novena to St. Joseph & St. Joseph Marello. Novena prayers and the blessing

of the first-class relic of St. Joseph Marello, Founder of the Oblates of Saint Joseph Congregation, immediately follow the Mass. All are welcome to participate! Tune into Catholic Radio 750 AM. The radio studio is located in the seminary building and is broadcast daily from dawn to dusk. For more information about this station, contact Ed Niewinski at 287-4670. Tuesday, May 1, the seminary welcomes the 8th Grade students from Wyoming Area Catholic School, who will be here for their retreat. Opening Mass will be celebrated by Fr. Paul McDonnell, OSJ, seminary rector; and the retreat will be conducted by Rev. Cyril Edwards, Pastor of Mary, Mother of God Parish, Scranton. Wednesday, May 2, the Josephite-Marellian Lay Association will hold their monthly meeting following the 7:00 p.m. Mass/ Novena to St. Joseph & St. Joseph Marello. New members are welcome. First Thursday Holy Hour for Vocations is scheduled for Thursday, May 3, at 7 p.m. Holy Hour includes exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, private adoration, recitation of the rosary with vocation-theme meditations, Scriptural reading, sermon, general intercessions and

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rehearsals on Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. in the choir loft of St. Rocco Church. New members are welcome. Home-bound parishioners who would like to receive Holy Communion, should call the Rectory at 654-6902 and a priest or Eucharistic Minister will visit them. St. Joseph Marello Annual Golf Tournament will be held on Sunday, June 10 at the WilkesBarre Municipal Golf Course with an 8 a.m. shotgun start and dinner following at Mt. Carmel Center, William Street Pittston. Registration forms are at the entrance of the churches. Reservation and payment if received by May 25 is $75 per player or $300 per foursome. Our Lady of the Eucharist Church donated $1,000 to the Greater Pittston Chamber of Commerce The Mass Book for 2012 is Hometown Heroes Memorial Fund in honor of 1st Lieutenant Jeffrey DePrimo. Shown here at the check available. Come to the rectory presentation are, from left, Chamber Administrative Assistant Shirley Bartos, Reverend Thomas Malooffice on William St. ney, Chamber President Charles Adonizio and Chamber Office Manager Brandi Bartush. Absent at the time of the photo was Helen Ann DePrimo.

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CORPUS CHRISTI PARISH Luzerne Ave., West Pittston Daily Mass 7:30 a.m. at Immaculate Conception; 8:30 a.m. at Holy Redeemer; 12:10 p.m. at Immaculate Conception 6:00 p.m. at Holy Redeemer 7:00 p.m. at Immaculate Conception The Parish Bazaar is Fri, Sat, Sun, June 29, 30, and July 1 at Holy Redeemer Church grounds. OUR LADY OF THE EUCHARIST PARISH 535 N Main Street, Pittston Parish Website www.eucharist-pittston.org. Mass Schedule Saturday Vigil: 4:00 p.m. Sunday: 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Daily Mass: 8:00 a.m. Sacrament of Reconciliation

(Confessions) Saturday from 3:30 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. and by appointment Religious Education All Religious Education classes are held for Grades 1 thru 7 from 9:15 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. in the ReligiousEducationCenter. Our Lady of the Eucharist Parish Community will offer Little Rock Scripture Study: James, Peter, and Jude: The Catholic Letters. This study covers four New Testament letters traditionally known as the Catholic Letters because each is written to strengthen Christian communities scattered across a wide region of the Roman Empire rather than a specific Christian community. Beginning Tuesday, May 8, 2012, and continuing for seven weeks, there will be two programs, one in the morning from

8:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. and one on the evening from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Both programs will be held in the Parish Hall. Father Thomas J. Maloney will direct the program. In order to be

able to order the necessary materials, those planning to attend are asked to call the parish office (654-0263) or e-mail tjm65654@gmail.com to register. The program is open to all.

Choir news Choir rehearsals for First Holy Communion will be held this Wednesday, May 2 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Members of the Children’s Choir who are not in the First Communion Class are invited to join the members of the Adult Choir in singing for this liturgy, and are asked to attend these rehearsals if available. First Holy Communion will be celebrated at the 10:30 a.m. liturgy next Sunday, May 6. If you have any questions, please see Michael Sowa after any of the weekend liturgies. New altar servers After First Holy Communion we will be forming an instruction class for new altar servers. All young people, grade 2 and up are eligible to be altar servers. If you are interested in this Liturgical ministry, please let Father Tom, Sister Mary Ann or Mrs. Bartnikowski know. Catholic Youth Group The Pittston Catholic Youth Group will be sponsoring a Summer Service Project from June 11 – 15, 2012. Under the leadership of Mrs. Marie Donnelly and Patrick Leonard, the youth will be working to help with the rehabilitation of homes affected by the September 2011 Flood. This is a full week of work. A flyer conSee FAITH, Page 13

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April 24, 25 and 26. The Scranton Chapter of Pennsylvanians for Human Life will conduct its annual Mother’s Day Sale after all of the masses on May 14 & 15. The project (which is the major fundraiser for the year) will honor Mothers and focus awareness on the dignity and value of human life, and raise funds to continue the Chapter’s Pro-Life work and the operation of its Pro-Life Center. Donation is $1.00 each. May is the month of the Rosary. The rosary will be prayed in church before the first Mass each day in May.

Members of the Women’s Society will celebrate 10:30 a.m. Mass as a group on Sunday, May 20.The Rosary will be recited prior to mass. Members will meet at 9:45 a.m. in the church lobby. Flowers will be ordered for members attending the mass. Reservations are required and due by May 16, either by signing up at the next meeting of by calling Jerrie Coolbaugh at 4572623 or Carolyn Klimek at the rectory office at 654-3713.A social for all members who have signed up will follow the mass.

ST. BARBARA PARISH 28 Memorial Avenue, Exeter Office Hours: Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Evenings, by appointment. Phone: 654-2103 The Christian Women’s Organization will hold their monthly meeting at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 8, at the church hall. End of the year dinner will be Tuesday, June 12, and more information will be given at the meeting. Hostesses for the May meeting are Josephine DelPriore, Ann Marie Dillon and Lisa Dolhon. See FAITH, Page 16

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SACRED HEART OF JESUS Lackawanna Ave., Dupont The Women’s Society will hold their annual bake sale and raffle on April 29 in the church hall after all Masses. The final CCD class for this school year will be held on Monday, April 30. All students are asked to bring in a few cans of food for the Parish Picnic food basket stand. Please be sure that the dates are good through August. Students are to return their report cards at this CCD class. Students enrolled in the Confirmation program along with the First Holy Communion Class are asked to participate in the May Crowning Ceremony on Sunday, May 13. Practice for May Crowning will take place in church on Wednesday, May 9 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. A king or queen will be randomly picked from the Confirmation class at practice. Practice for all First Commu-

nion candidates will be held on Monday, April 30 from 6 to 7 p.m. Children are to meet in the vestibule of the church at 5:55 p.m. Practice will end promptly at 7 p.m. On May 2, practice will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Following practice, students will be treated to a pizza party in the church hall. Parents are to pick up their children at 7:30 p.m. in the church hall. Parents are reminded that students can not miss any of the practices. On Saturday, May 5, candidates will be presented their scapulars and receive second penance. Religious items will be blessed and students will practice with their parents. Candidates are to meet in church and everyone is to be in place by 10 a.m. First Communion will take place on Sunday, May 6.Students are to meet in the church hall at 10:10 a.m. Parents are to proceed directly to their assigned pew in church. The Building and Grounds Committee will meet on May1at 7 p.m. in the lower level of the rectory. The Women’s Society will meet on May 1 at 6:30 p.m. in the church hall. The Holy Name Society will meet on Thursday, May 3 at 7 p.m. in the church hall (Please note this change in day.) This week’s mass schedule is Monday at 7:00 a.m., Friday at 7:00 a.m., Saturday at 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. and Sunday at 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Please note that there is no morning mass on

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A festival, and more Next weekend is Cherry Blossom time in West Pittston. The 41st annual Cherry Blossom Festival runs Saturday and Sunday on the River Common in the Garden Village. It’s always a welcome event as it kicks off the spring and summer festival and bazaar season. But this year can be even more special at the festival as it will be an opportunity for West Pittston to kick off its attempt to rebound from the September 2011 flood. We all can help with morale support simply by attending the festival. The festival and the cherry blossom trees which inspire it are two of the things which are fine about living along a tremendous natural resource like the Susquehanna River. Flooding, of course, is the thing which is scary about living there. How can the two be reconciled? Living along a river and living with the potential and reality of flooding. A group called West Pittston Tomorrow is trying to solve that dilemma. If you go to the festival next week end, stop by the West Pittston Tomorrow table and learn what this group of West Pittston citizens is doing not just to bring West Pittston back to its pre-flood condition, but also to make it even better and somehow safer.

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WA budget Rumors in advance of the Wyoming Area school baord meeting on Tuesday had it that the board was going to layoff seven teachers. When push came to shove the board backed off the layoffs but board members warned the teachers at the meeting that the union, which is negotiations for a news contract, had better be willing to offer consessions. We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again. Teachers are invaluable and it is impossible to put a dollar and sense value on what they do. But teacher salaries, benefits and retirement pay amount to 70 percent of the Wyoming Area budget, which is facing a looming $700,000 shortfall. Closing schools and ending junior high sports programs or similar suggestions will not balance the budget. Only one thing will: reducing teacher costs. It’s a sad reality.

YOUR OPINION Letter writer remembers friend, Brian Hoover I had the great honor to experience James Brian Hoover throughout numerous avenues in life. Among many things, he was a fellow worker, a union brother, a political and community activist, and above all, a good friend. Throughout our lives we hear run-of-the-mill phrases to describe someone that appear hollow on closer inspection. Phrases such as someone having a heart of gold, some who you want to be in a foxhole with, or that here is someone who will always give 110%. That sense of inconsistency did not apply to Brian. He was a man, whose attributes and sense of character were not worn like a coat to be taken off when inconvenient. He carried these traits permanently along with honor and respect. I know everyone that knew him experienced it. Brian consistently donated his time and effort to politicians who he hoped would improve our community. He attended almost all sporting events and any activity which supported them. If you were in attendance, you more than likely passed him by or even spoke to him. He was the one with the white hair, baseball cap, and toothpick dangling from his mouth. If that doesn’t ring a bell, maybe you noticed a man with an armful of raffle tickets he bought to support the event. Brian never missed a chance to assist in raffles. He could al-

ways be counted on especially in programs that assisted children. As tough a man as Brian was, he was a mellow and kind soul who loved to be around children. You couldn’t pick a better work place. To me, I liked to call him Mr. Primary, the name of the school at which he worked. Ask any teacher who worked alongside him. They would remember him as the maintenance man who dressed as the clown for Halloween, or as the largest leprechaun you could find on St. Patrick’s Day. I myself knew him as a man who came in my corner and fought alongside me only for the price of fairness and equality, only asking in return that I not weaken and stay strong to do what’s right for everyone. Brian was the type of individual who did not ask for credit, nor look for reward. He would have your back without question and look for nothing in return. Brian, you will be deeply missed by the many you touched. My prayers are with you and your family. I personally will never forget our talks and only hope I can finish some of the ideas we shared together. Thank you, Brian, for being Brian. Give them hell in Heaven. Your friend, as you always liked to call me. Tom Rome Pittston

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He was grasping his toes like one fell off and honestly, after I completed my tittering, I grew bored. I mean, bear a child, you big baby. Then you’ll see what the big enchilada of pain really feels like. But still, I was his wife and I said all the things I was supposed to say: “Oh honey, does it hurt? A lot? Should we call the doctor? Can you carry the table down to the porch now?” He couldn’t hear me through his tears but he was not amused with the smirk behind my pseudo-concern. As he was limping down the hallway, I heard my son call-out to his father from one end of the house: “Toughen up, kid!” And my other son yelled upstairs: “Walk it off, Dad! Don’t be a baby! There’s no crying in wrestling!” My daughter simply sniffed: “God! Just shake it off already!” The man stood still and stopped his histrionics. Because what he just heard from his children’s mouths were his very own “words of comfort” flying back in his face to taunt him. These are all phrases my husband employs when a child gets hurt. But, it’s not his fault. He simply does not know how to comfort the way a mother can placate. He just doesn’t get it. He has zero tolerance for drama of any degree, and you know, I kind of thrive on it. And it’s not limited to children, by the way. Remember my kidney stone debacle of 2011? Well. Let’s not forget my husband diagnosed my retching and pain as food poisoning accompanied by his sympathetic follow-up prescription of: “Oh come ON! Shake it off!” It’s no wonder my children will bypass their father completely when they’re in need of a little soothing. A kid needs sympathy sometimes. Even if it’s the most minor of injuries. Say, like a stubbed toe, for instance. He really needs to toughen up. There’s no crying in hallways. And apparently, there’s no reading and walking simultaneously in hallways, either.

I reached the top step to find my husband curled into the fetal position and honestly, he was howling like someone stole his putter. It was obvious he was experiencing some pain … but from what?

When Maria Heck isn’t embarrassing her kids, she makes fun of her husband, every other week in this space.

Mary R. Ehret, MS, RD, LDN Penn State Cooperative Extension

Fight free radicals Many of us look to boost our nutrition to help stop the aging process, reduce our risk of cancer and help keep our minds alert. Through research we know that something called free radicals can do much damage to our healthy cells. Luckily in our foods we can find something called antioxidants to combat those free radicals. Antioxidants can help our bodies in a number of ways. Although the research is still somewhat limited, it is believed that antioxidants can slow, prevent, or repair damage to your body cell. How? If there are no antioxidants around, free radicals will steal the missing part that they need from healthy cells. Free radicals can come from a number of sources. Some research suggest that they come from high fat diets, food additives, processed foods, cigarette smoke, radiation, sun exposure, and other environmental factors. If we nourish our bodies with a variety of foods that are rich in antioxidants, we might increase our chances of living longer, healthier, productive lives. So how do we know which foods are higher in antioxidants? Scientists have developed a rating scale called ORAC score. It stands for oxygen radical absorbance score. Like anything else, it comes with a limitation or caution. Some foods appear to be more absorbable than others. Also cooking processes may affect antioxidant levels. We might even see this score appear on food labels although there are no established guidelines. What are the top antioxidant foods? They are present in colorful fruits and vegetables, whole grains, legumes, herbs, spices, nuts, seeds, wine and tea. A few vitamins, minerals, phytochemicals and enzymes in foods qualify as antioxidants. The ORAC, an antioxidant analysis which stands for Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity is a test tube analysis that measure the total antioxidant power of foods and other chemical substances. Current research is now looking at how well our bodies absorb this antioxidants and how our body’s cells react to them. If you are a numbers person and want to know the top fruits and vegetable antioxidant levels found in the laboratory, they are: prunes, raisins and blueberries in that order. The top three vegetables are kale, spinach and Brussels sprouts. More to come in future columns on these powerful agents. Meanwhile while out shopping this weekend, try some kale. Kale Chips

Ingredients 3 cups of kale (about 10 large leaves) 2 tsp olive oil 1/8 tsp salt (optional) Directions Preheat oven to 350° F Wash kale and spin dry in a salad spinner Remove kale leaves from center stalk and tear into bite- sized leaves Spread kale leaves out on baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil Sprinkle with salt (optional) Bake for 15 minutes or until kale is crispy with edges slightly browned. Enjoy a scrumptious taste sensation! 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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Last evening, I was conducting an extensively important phone call (chatting with our Chinese Restaurant about dumplings). Anyway, just as I was about to get the specials, I heard a blood curdling scream from above. It was not a child, but my husband. Okay, it was a child. He was screaming in such a way that can only be describes as “spirited”… akin to Tickle Me Elmo, actually, but with more hysteria and tears. My son looked at me in fear. He whispered: “You better go check on him Mom! Last time he screamed like that he stepped in a steamy pile of dog poop. He’s going to kill that dog … go talk him out of it.” I reluctantly hung up the phone and wandered upstairs to see what was amiss. Whatever it was, it would be my fault and I wanted to delay that scenario as long as possible. I reached the top step to find my husband curled into the fetal position and honestly, he was howling like someone stole his putter. It was obvious he was experiencing some pain … but from what? It was nearly 9:00 and you know, Jersylicious was almost on, so I had to hurry this sympathetic moment along. “Honey, what’s wrong?” He couldn’t speak for several minutes. Finally he squeaked out the story. Apparently, he was ignoring me, as usual, when I said this sentence to him not four minutes earlier: “Here’s the table to carry down to the porch. I’ll just leave it right here in the hallway”, then, I added … and, here’s the kicker: “Be careful you don’t fall over it!” Well. Guess what? He fell over it. “Didn’t you hear me when I was just telling you to be careful? I mean, it’s RIGHT IN FRONT OF YOU! How could you miss it?” I shouted, probably not in a very kind manner. It was then that I noticed the current issue of Golf Monthly on the floor. The man was actually walking and reading this stupid magazine and did not see a table the size of a Chrysler in the hallway. Any pity I was trying to rustle-up flew right out the window. He continued to bray … and in situations like this, I’m not a very good commiserate. I giggle. It’s a horrible habit and does not play well in hospitals, funeral homes or apparently, my own hallway.

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The Cosmopolitan Seniors have openings for their trip to Woodloch Pines on Sunday, May 20. The price is $64 per person which will include famous smorgasbord and entertainment. If you are interested please contact Johanna at 655-2720. Junior Choir members will have practice on Monday, April 30 during CCD class from 3:15 to 4:15pm. All students are welcome. Adult Choir practice will be held on at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 3, at St. Anthony’s Church. New members are always welcome. The Oblates of St. Joseph Seminary will host their monthly Holy Hour for Vocations at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 3. Rev. Paul McDonnell, O.S.J., seminary rector, invites the area faithful to participate in this monthly devotion praying far an increase of vacations to the priesthood and religious life. For more information, call the seminary office at 654-7542. Plans are in full swing to make the summer picnic another wonderful event. This years’ celebration will be on July 20 - 22.

ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST PARISH COMMUNITY 35 William Street Phone: 654-0053 Pittston The next Baptismal Instruction will begin 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. June 5 in the parish center. Bereavement Support Group will begin meeting on May 8 and then every Tuesday evening in the parish center dining room from 7 to 8:30 p.m. For more information call the parish office at 654-0053. Altar and Rosary Society meeting Monday, May 7, starting with rosary at 1:30 p.m. Mother’s Day carnation sale will take place May 12 and 13 after all Masses. 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, first come first serve. Greater Pittston Kids Closet celebrating its third anniversary will provide new and gently used clothing. Regular hours are

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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May 20 Justin Peterson; May 27 Marissa Faccipointi. There will be a Congregational Meeting after service today, April 29. Please keep in your prayer list military personnel and their families: Also, Nancy Dymond Hackett, family of Joe Dennis, Stephen Oceanas, Emalee Kachurka, Donna Miscavage, Bobby Drummond Leonard Peterson, Gene Rooney, Charles Barone Mike and Jody Farrell and Barb Mizenko, Ray Morgan. Also shut ins: Mary Agnes Mangle, Ted Burkel, Donna Capobianco Elaine Proietto ,Donna Bobbouine and Gladys Bowman Justine Lynn Sommerton was welcomed in to the church family. Openings for the Votive Candle and Bulletins are April 29 and May 27. Leave a message for Doris Mersincavage. Upcoming Events Church Council meeting on Monday, May 14 at 6:30 p.m. Small group Bible study Tuesday, May15 at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend. Week day school has resumed at its normal time. Vacation Bible school will once again be on August 6 to 10. New members and guests are welcome. Call the parish at 655-2505. The e-mail address is stjohnspittston@verizon.co

tion, celebrated by the Most Reverend Joseph C. Bambera, D.D., J.C.L., Bishop of Scranton, at 1 p.m. on Sunday, May 6, with a reception immediately following Email Snyder@dioceseofscranton.org to RSVP. Cantor Retreat on Tuesday, May 1 at 6:30 p.m. ST. MARY’S POLISH NATIONAL CATHOLIC CHURCH 200 Stephenson St. Duryea Rev. Fr. Carmen G. Bolock, Pastor Phone: 457-2291 Email: padre@saintmaryspncc.org Website: saintmaryspncc.org Holy Mass: Sunday 9:30 a.m. Weekdays: 8 a.m. Holy Days: 8 a.m. & 7 p.m. 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.

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ST. JOHN’S P.M. CHURCH 316 Main St., Avoca Pastor Rich Rock 570-457-8281 Sunday Worship Service 10:00am Holy Communion the first Sunday of every month Bible Study every Wednesday 6:00-7:30 p.m. ST. MARIA GORETTI Laflin Road, Laflin, PA. 18702 42redwood@comcast.net www.stmariagoretti-laflin.org If your child is receiving First Holy Communion this year it is important that he or she attends CCD class. If your child goes to parochial school they still need to attend CCD class at 9:30 a.m. on Sundays. Inaugural Mass and Recep-

Jacquelines learn about Msgr. John Curran The Jacquelines, the ladies auxiliary of the Home Association of the John F. Kennedy, Knights of Columbus, held their March meeting in combination with a St. Patrick’s Day celebration. John McKeown, local Irish historian, spoke to the group about Monsignor John Curran, a widely-known Irish Catholic clergyman and mediator in anthracite region labor disputes. Father Curran was a leader in many civic movements, an advocate of temperance, and a close friend of President Theodore Roosevelt. From left, are Joan McFadden, president of the Jacquelines; Sue Cosgrove, John McKeown, Sally Wieczorek and Sally Scott. Mass) Thurs: 7:00 p.m. No Bible Study until after Lent. Life in the Spirit will begin. Parish Office: 570-693-1991 Email:olos363@verizon.net Website: www.stmonicanepa.com 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 seven- week seminar will lead to a deeper knowledge and relationship with Jesus and a livSee FAITH, Page 19

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ing sense of God’s presence in our life. 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. Feast of St. Joseph the Worker: Mass will be said at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 1 at St. Joseph’s Church on East 6th Street. Nocturnal Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament: on First Friday, May 4 after the 7 p.m. Mass – all night until Saturday morning Benediction at 7:45 a.m. and First Saturday Mass at 8 a.m. Sign up sheets will be available at both worship sites. Vacation Sweepstakes Tickets – Anyone interested in a vacation Sweepstake ticket may call the Parish Office at 693-1991. The tickets are for the month of May and based on the Evening Big 4 number of the PA Lottery. Prizes are amazing. You must have purchased a ticket prior to the first drawing in May, which is this Tuesday. SAINT PETER’S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 100 Rock Street, Hughestown Stpeters_elc@yahoo.com 654-1009 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 and 11 a.m. Confession: Saturdays 3-3:45 p.m.; anytime upon request by calling 457-3412. The parish building and

SECOND PRESBYTERIAN 143 Parsonage St., Pittston 654-1411 April 29 – 9:30 a.m. Sunday School; 11 a.m. Worship May 1 – 7 p.m. AA meeting May 2 – 6:30 p.m. Choir rehearsal May 3 – 6:30 p.m. Christian Education Committee

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. Daily prayer for those with needs requesting prayerful support. Start Prayer network 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 spir-

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tions at 654-3261. Music Together Classes: Fun and music for infants and children through age five accompanied by a parent or caregiver. 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: Thursday’s at 7 p.m. unless told otherwise United Methodist Women: 2nd Monday unless told otherwise Website www.umcpittston.org Phone 655-4340 leave message Tuesday, May 8 - Hoagie Sale, choices are ham, salami and cheese or turkey and cheese, with or without onion. Price of hoagie is $4. To order, call 654-3936, 6931572 or 603-1915 by Sunday, May 6.

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itual 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. Reserva-

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grounds committee will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, April 30 in St. Mary’s Rectory. 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 and 11 a.m. Confession: Saturdays 3-3:45 p.m.; anytime upon request by calling 457-3412. Prayer Chain: 457-5867

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Question #1 Robert Milne of Port Griffith, Thomas Jackett, John Bayoras and Michael With Judy Minsavage Baccanari, all of Pittston planned a trip to an Thomas Ford. A charter was historical event in 1964. What granted by November 10 of that was the event? same year. First housed in the Pittston Post Office, the library moved to the fourth floor of the 1964 – 48 YEARS AGO Miners Bank Building in 1896 The Pittston Kiwanis Club president Ettore Lippi present- and Elizabeth MacMillan was “engaged” as the librarian. In ed a flagpole to the West Pitt1899, the library moved to West ston Public Library marking its Pittston under the presidency of 90th anniversary. Present at the Rev. W.R. Harshaw of the event were Mrs. James Allan, Presbyterian Church. In 1922, library board member; Thomas the association purchased the Burke Jr., Attorney Thomas A.P. Brown property at the F. Burke, Floyd Evans, school corner of Exeter and Warren board member; Gertrude Streets and by 1960 was able to O’Neill, retired librarian; Sam burn the mortgage. The library Sakocius, president of Pittston was renovated under the auspicLions Club; Mrs. Richard es of the Ferris estate. Jones, library board member; The dike project slated for Richard Garman, vice presiDuryea was delayed after the dent of the library board; Mrs. General State Authority reReginald Ellis, library board quested that the local governing member; Carl Rosencrance, body furnish them with title to president of borough council; land in the river bottom and Mrs. Rufus Bierly, Fred Eshtitles to flood affected streets elman, Mrs. Joseph Linskey, such as Canal, Marcy and SteMrs. Robert Barber, Mrs. phenson. The original owners Thomas Davis, board memof land under the river were the bers; Mrs. Sterling Simons, Pettebones, Chittendens and librarian; Walter Garman and Marcys, but it was determined Thomas Boshard, local Spanthat the Lackawanna River ish-American War veterans; changed its course over the and Sgt. Lester Marshall who years and, therefore, rendered conducted the flag ceremony. all the current information The West Pittston Library questionable. Borough engineer Association was formed on John Reilly began surveying September 12, 1873, by a group of men meeting in the office of old records to determine where the property lines actually were.

The project, when approved, was expected to cost approximately $400,000. The West Wyoming Hose Company was organized in 1956 and a new building was built. The location housed the volunteer company’s LaFrance chain driven truck. By 1964, Joseph E. Barush, president, Richard Kropp, vice president and chairman, Leonard Chesterfield, financial secretary and treasurer, and William Keller, secretary, celebrated the burning of the hose company’s mortgage which was brought about by the steadfastness of volunteer men and women who contributed to the success of the company. In 1736, Benjamin Franklin founded the Union Fire Company in Philadelphia, which became the standard for volunteer fire company organizations. According to ushistory.org, some famous Americans who

served as volunteer firefighters were George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Samuel Adams, John Hancock, Paul Revere, Alexander Hamilton, John Jay, John Barry, Aaron Burr, Benedict Arnold, James Buchanan, Millard Fillmore and Benjamin Franklin himself. 1974 – 38 YEARS AGO Ann Rose, Nancy Pollard and Joan Pribula received awards for five years of service as Den Mothers of Pack 362, West Pittston. Duryea Homeowners Angie Biagiotti, Beverly Queeney, Dina Stefanko, Vivian Scavo, Betty Roberts and Mary Roberts planted Japanese Cherry Trees on Parkcrest and Hillcrest drives. ZOM Construction donated the trees in honor of Arbor Day. According to history.com Helen Taft, wife of President

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lection that was decimated by American bombing attacks during the war. At the Pittston Library, Carolyn Salvaggio presented a very interesting talk on Astrology and Judy Neborak and her students from Pittston Area exhibited works of art. The library, courtesy of the Historical Society, also featured an exhibit of articles used by area coal miners. New on the library bookshelves were “Gettysburg: The Final Fury: by Bruce Canton and “Times to Remember,” the memoirs of Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy. The Wyoming Area Environmental Problems Class completed its sixth newspaper drive headed by faculty instructor David Dembowski. Over 33,000 pounds of newspapers were collected, adding to the total of 123,000 pounds collected in prior months. Avoca Women’s Club member Mrs. Martin Guide of Suscon won first-place honors in the Spadea Pattern division of the Luzerne County Federation of Women’s Clubs Sewing and Arts Contest. Mrs. Guide’s daughter, Teresa, a student at Pittston Area took top honors in the student tailoring division. Mrs. Guide’s ensemble featured a cream-colored hip length jacket with long sleeves gathered onto buttoned cuffs and matching long dress with cowl neckline. Spadea Designs was the brainchild of Jean Miller Spadea and her husband James. In the 1930s, they started a publishing venture and launched a beauty magazine. By the mid 1950s, a line of International Designer Patterns by Spadea was launched. They couple sold the company in 1976.

Chris Sickle, Marvin Gilpin, Jim Coolbaugh and Ed Gawelko were among the top finishers in the AAU Regional Wrestling Championships. The young men aided coaches Joe Bartell and George Sattof to their second straight district title. “We need the strongest, ablest, most creative and compassionate people we can find to run our correctional institutions in Pennsylvania,” Pennsylvania Governor Dick Thornburgh said. “The individuals we are honoring have exhibited those qualities.” Thornburgh was speaking at an event held to recognize Yatesville resident Joseph T. Chiumento and six other Bureau of Correction employees for their dedicated service. As custodial services manager at SCI Dallas, Chiumento “was commended for his conscientious and selfless attitude.” He was also responsible for preventing the spread of a serious fire at the facility’s industrial plant. Chiumento served as a volunteer fireman in Yatesville.

Question #2 Pittston Mayor Tom Walsh proclaimed that Saturday May 5, 1984, would be a day of honor for what area gentleman? Answer #1 The 1964/1965 New York World’s Fair in Flushing Meadows was the third major world’s fair to be held in New York City. Answer #2 Pittston Mayor John Walsh proclaimed Saturday May 5, 1984 the day scheduled for Little League opening day ceremonies as Bill Leppert Day. The day also marked the first time ceremonies were held without the league founder at the helm. During Leppert’s tenure, the Pittston Little League sent two all-star teams, 1955 and 1963, to the state semi-finals. Jim Kolmansberger assumed the responsibilities as head of the league upon Leppert’s retirement. When a man becomes a fireman his greatest act of bravery has been accomplished. What he does after that is all in the line of work. Edward F. Croker

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away tickets can be purchased at check-in. Hole-in-one giveaway and awards for the longest drive and closest to pin will be presented. Italian buffet dinner will be served. Cost for four-player scramble/ Captain and Crew is $75 per person or $300 per team. Forms noting team captain, phone and players should be mailed with check payable to Jenkins Township Little League to Joe Zelonis, 453 S. Main St., Jenkins Twp., PA 18640. The tournament benefits the Jenkins Township Little League.

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The Third District Republicans will hold their district convention at 8 p.m. Monday, May 14 at the Bar on Oak, 900 Oak St., Pittston Twp. All elected committee members must bring a certificate of election to this meeting. The purpose of this convention is to elect a chairman. Cash bar will be available. For more information, call Pat Marranca at 6541112. A.J. DeLucca A recent graduate of State Auto’s exclusive PaceSetter sales development program, A.J. DeLucca is highly qualified to handle your insurance needs – and enthusiastic, too! Just 100 licensed insurance agents nationwide are chosen to participate in this year-long commitment to professional and personal growth. Have a professional handle your insurance needs... contact A.J. DeLucca at our agency today!

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The Pittston Area Class of 1992 will celebrate its 20th anniversary reunion Saturday, Aug. 4 in the Seasons Ballroom at the Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs, Wilkes-Barre. Tickets are $55 each and can be purchased via credit card, Pay Pal or check. All interested classmates are asked to send their e-mail address or mailing address to Tara (Turkos) Craig at Craig.tara@hotmail.com or Ryan Carwardine at rjcarwardine@verizon.net. For more information, call Class President Patti Pisano at 540-3277 or Mary (Turco) Arel-

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Pittston City treasurer Kathy Cunard announced that the 2012 Pittston City trash bills have been mailed and are due within 30 days of the issue date on the bill. A late fee of $20 will be assessed after July 15. Old stickers (blue) can be used through June 1 but new stickers (tan) must be used effective June 4. Residents must choose one of the three options below for the year, which runs through April 2013.

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lano at (210) 831-4769 for more details. The reunion planning committee includes Patti Pisano, Mary (Turco) Arellano, Jackie (Borthwick) Galvin, Lori (Braccini) Cook, Ryan Carwardine, Alissa (Costantino) Ranieli, Vicki Guiliano, Joe Hawk, Alex Schalles and Tara (Turkos) Craig. WA Class of 1992

Wyoming Area High School Class of 1992 is planning its 20th anniversary reunion for Saturday, Sept. 1 at Rodano’s in Wilkes-Barre. Those interested in attending are asked to e-mail their address and contact information by July 1 to wasclassof92@yahoo.com or call 6550238. USS Independence Reunion

Dick White, of Pittston, announces the USS Independence CVA 62 reunion will be held Sept. 5-9 in Portland, Maine. All Navy, Marine and Air Squadrons that served on the Independence and their families are welcome. For more information, contact USS Independence CVA-62, 65 Pioneer Ridge Road, Canton, North Carolina 28716, call 828648-7378 or email ussindycva-62@hotmail.com.

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days Extra stickers may be purchased in the tax office for $2 each with a minimum purchase of six stickers at $12. Residents who mail their payments should include $3.50 for postage and handling. If stickers are to be sent to an address other than the mailing address, that address should be specified. Anyone who does not receive a refuse mail in the mail should call the treasurer’s office at 654-1090.

Hospital School of Nursing is planning a 30th anniversary class reunion for fall 2012. Members of this graduating class are asked to contact either Ted Kross or Janet Kelly (Endres) to gather contact information and help plan event. Kross can be reached through email at tedandgina9@comcast.net or 655-4952. Kelly can be contacted at janetakelly@aol.com or 693-4165.

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held PSEA-Retired House of Delegates and offer information concerning events and happenings of PSEA in Pennsylvania. Judge will be honored as she ends her term as president of the Luzerne County Chapter. Elections will also be held for region and county offices. Reservations may be made by May 3 by calling 693-3864 or sending payment to Shirley Judge, 3 Bond Ave., Swoyersville, PA 18704. Checks should be made payable to NE Region PSEA-Retired.

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Shirley Judge, president of the Luzerne County Chapter of PSEA-Retired, announced the annual Spring Luncheon will be held Thursday, May 10, at the East Mountain Inn, WilkesBarre. Registration will open at 11:30 a.m. and lunch will be served at Noon. Luncheon choices include fish or chicken and the cost is $18. Principal speaker will be Sue Jones, president of PSEA-Retired, who will update all present on the results of the recently-

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Judge Burke speaker at Salvation Army event Insalacos to be honored on SA’s 100th anniversary in West Pittston Judge Thomas Burke will be the principal speaker when the Salvation Army notes its 100th anniversary in West Pittston with a banquet on Thursday, May 10, at Saint Anthony’s Center, Exeter. Michael and Sandy Insalaco, Pittston brothers who used their success in business to assist many charitable and community organizations, will be honored with a Community Service Award at the dinner which is open to the public. Tickets for the event and program sponsorships are available by contacting Major Sheryl Hershey, commanding officer in

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Little Miss Cherry Blossom 2012 Contestants The first Little Miss Cherry Blossom pageant was held in 1975 and Nancy Leigh Scott was the winner. For two years previous to 1975 a Cherry Blossom Queen pageant for teenaged girls was held. This year’s winner will be the 37th Little Miss Cherry Blossom. She will succeed Alana Aufiere, the 2011 Little Miss.

Hailey Sandra Brice. Hailey Sandra, 8, of West Pittston, is a student at Montgomery Avenue Elementary School. Her talent is dancing.

Madeline Chervinitski. Madeline, 8, a student at Sara J. Dymond, is a cheerleader and loves to sing, dance, hang out with her family and play baseball.

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Hannah Gibbs. Hannah, 6, of West Pittston, is in kindergarten at Montgomery Avenue. She enjoys dancing and cheering with the Wyoming Area cheer squad.

Jillian Graham. Jillian, 7, is in the first grade at JFK Elementary. She loves to sing and dance and take violin lessons. Jillian’s favorite singer/songwriter is Taylor Swift.

Eva Grzech. Eva, 7, of Pittston, goes to school in the Pittston Area School District. She loves reading, riding her bicycle and dancing.

Madeline Hindmarsh. Madeline, 6, is in first grade at Tenth Street Elementary and is a ballet dancer. Her best friends are her lab Genevieve and yorkie Liberty.

Morgan Hosier. Morgan is eight. She’s from West Pittston and is a student at Montgomery Avenue School. Her talent is dancing.

Ashlyn Loyack. Ashlyn, 5, of Pittston Township, is five. She is a dance student, a T-ball player for the Pittston Township Little League and likes to bowl.

Danielle Pollard. Danielle, 6, of West Pittston, is in the first grade at the Montgomery Avenue. She loves dancing, figure skating and spending time with friends.

Katherine Potter. Katherine, 5, of West Wyoming, is in kindergarten in Wyoming Area School District. She enjoys singing, dancing, tap, jazz and playing with friends.

Melania Ava Mazzeo. Melania, 7, of, West Pittston, is in the first grade at JFK school. She enjoys dancing, singing, cheerleading, the outdoors and spending time with family.

Her friends and neighbors were devastated during the September flooding. Known as the Garden Village, West Pittston was nearly washed away. The key word is “nearly,” said Toni Valenti, the grand marshal of next weekend’s 41st West Pittston Cherry Blossom Festival Pa“We’re not rade. back 100 “West Pittston has been through so percent much hardship in the yet, but past few months,” we’re she said. “But slowly, working so we’re coming back.” Back-to-back hard.” heavy rainfalls in Toni Valenti August and SeptemGrand marshal ber from Hurricane the West Irene and Tropical Pittston Cherry Storm Lee caused the Blossom Festival Susquehanna River Parade and its tributaries to overflow their banks. West Pittston was hit particularly hard and sustained millions of dollars in damages. The Garden Village was down, but not out, Valenti said. “We’re not back 100 percent yet,

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but we’re working so h “The (Cherry Blossom great way to show t how far we’ve come.” Valenti is thankful spared, but many fr much. “I get choked

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Carly Saranchuk. Carly, 7, will be 8 in December. She is from West Pittston and is a student at Montgomery Avenue. Her talent is karate.

Morgan Slusser. Morgan, 6, of West Pittston, is in kindergarten at Montgomery Avenue School. She’s a step dancer, plays coach-pitch softball and enjoys bowling.

Ashley Thomas. Ashley, 6, of West Wyoming, is a first grade student at Wyoming Area Catholic. Ashley enjoys dancing and enjoys spending time with her family.

Lee Strubeck

Lee Strubeck is glad to be home. After a 15-year stretch, the Piano Man, as he’s known, had to miss the West Pittston Cherry Blossom Festival the past three years because of work commitments. (He was

perfor ship.) “It’ and friend beck the sh A W Strub Kings the se al at 1

The Cherry Blossom Parade lineup is one of the largest in recent years with 25 entrants in two divisions, including both local high school bands and a third division of local fire departments and ambulance units. The entrants begin lining up11:15 a.m. on Exeter Avenue near Cenera’s Auto Parts. The parade begins at noon. The route will take the marchers down Exeter Avenue to Wyoming Avenue to Philadelphia Avenue to Susquehanna Avenue to the festival grounds. Division I (Cenera Auto Parts ) West Pittston Police Color Guard Unit Pa. State Police Grand Marshal - Toni Valenti Bayo’sIcetruckwith2011LittleMissCherry Blossom contestants West Pittston Borough officials Pittston City officials Representative Phyllis Mundy Senator John Yudichak CubScoutPackandBoyScoutTroop#352 Irem Shrine Motor Corps Montage Mountain Classic Car Club The Salvation Army West Pittston Library Division II (Side street across from Cenera Auto Parts ) Wyoming Area Marching Band Pittston Area Marching Band Ben and George Ice Cream Rubber Mallet Comics Greater Pittston YMCA Welcome Wagger Therapy Dogs Valley Lodge 499 David Blight School of Dance The Consign It Shop Meals on Wheels American Red Cross Division III (Salem Street ) Local Fire Departments and Ambulance Units

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ko and Ivy Bubblo had their ears blocked as the firetrucks pass last year at the at the 2011 Cherry Blossom Festival parade in West Pittston. d parade is expected to be the biggest yet.

hard,” she said. m) festival is a the community ” her home was riends lost so d up thinking

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ittston in bloom

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about all the loss.” The festival is set for May 5 and 6 on the riverbank by the Firefighters Memorial Bridge, West Pittston. Hours are noon to 7 p.m. on May 5 and noon to 6 p.m. on May 6. She said the festival’s theme, “Wel-

come Back, Garden Village” sums up the recovery nicely. “We want to show the region we’re back and we’re going to be better than ever,” Valenti said. The festival is a yearly tradition to honor the beauty of the cherry blos-

som trees that bloom along the bank of the Susquehanna River. It includes food, games, crafts, a parade and entertainment such as West Pittston Idol. The festival celebrates residents See CHERRY, Page 30

n’ Lee Strubeck makes his return “My father was a good singer and my mother sang and played piano.” Lee Strubeck

“You know what they say, ‘you can take you out of West Pittston, but you can’t the West Pittston out of you,’” he wrote. “I have 40 years of fond memories

(in West Pittston).” Strubeck has been tickling the ivories for most of his life. “I started taking piano lessons at age 7 in 1961

with Mrs. Crane who lived on Second Street in West Pittston,” he said. “My father was a good singer and my mother sang and played piano.” It wasn’t until he was 24 years old that Strubeck launched his career as an entertainer. After playing a See STRUBECK, Page 30

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rming on a cruise ) ’ll be great to be back I can’t wait to see ds and family!” Strusaid via e-mail from hip. West Pittston native, beck, 58, now lives in ston and is set to open econd day of the festiv11:30 a.m.

CJ Wood Crafts Scentsy Handpainted Glassware Acrylic paintings Tiny Tots Tutus & Bows Silpada Blue Elephant Cupcakes Consign It Thirty one At Home America Pampered Chef Bandana Dresses Luzerne Head Start Inspirational Delights Handcrafted Jewelry Soy Candles Lola Designs Kitty’s Tutu’s Handmade Jewelry Sunspace Naturals Celebrating HOme Gifts For Mom’s Handmade Aprons Tastefully Simple Mary Kay Boyds Bears Floral arrangements Tupperware Miche Designs Barefoot Books Jills Collectibles Children’s Novelties Various costume jewelry Various Baked goods Welsh Cookies An air affair body art Strike a pose Photo Booth Pony Rides Moon Bounce Fast PItch Homemeade Salsa Geisinger Health Screenings Chocolate Covered Strawberries

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gig, he found $12 in a tip jar. The rest is history. Strubeck has a vast repertoire of songs, including tracks by Elton John, Frank Sinatra, Neil Diamond, Louis Armstrong, Jerry Lee Lewis, Nat King Cole, Dean Martin, plus oldies from as far back as the 1930s. But his faLee has a vast vorite, he said, repertoire of is the other piano man, Billy songs, inJoel. cluding tracks “I idolized by Elton John, him as a kid Frank Sinatra, and think he’s a Neil Diamond, great singer/ songwriter,” Louis ArmStrubeck said strong, Jerry of Joel. Lee Lewis, Nat “’You’re My Home’ is my King Cole, favorite.” Dean Martin And, Stru…. beck said, he’s glad to be home. The Jeanne Zano Band will be the opening act at the Cherry Blossoms festivities. Zano, of Wyoming, is the lead singer of the country western band which will perform at noon after the parade and before the opening ceremonies on Saturday, May 5, playing both country covers and original songs from its album, “Here I Am.”

of Pittston and West Pittston, but the entire region is invited. The event has evolved greatly in the past 40 years. The first festival in 1971 featured hot dogs and soda. This year food offered includes hot dogs, hamburgers, wimpies, clam chowder, French fries, sausage and peppers, chicken wings and the list goes on. All the food is prepared by members of Boy Scout Troop 202 and the food stands are attended to by Scouts, their family members, Wyoming Area High School Key Club members and festival committee members. Ralph Salerno, chairman of publicity for the festival, said this has the makings to be the biggest festival yet. “Our community has spent a difficult year together,” he said. “We need something good and positive, something to lift our spirits. And the response to our community and to the festival has been overwhelming.” In recent years, the festival area has expanded to make room for more vendors. Vendors this year include CJ Wood Crafts, Blue Elephant Cupcakes, Pampered Chef, Bandana Dresses, Sunspace Naturals, Boyds Bears and dozens of others. Mark and Susan Farrell of Big Top Tent Rentals donated the tents this year. The parade on May 5 is set to include local fire departments and ambulance units, Pittston Area and Wyoming Area marching bands and a

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Saturday, May 5 Noon - Parade and Jeanne Zano Band on festival grounds 1:00 – Welcome with Pat Messina, President of Cherry Blossom; Grand Marshall, Toni Valenti; The Star Spangled Banner and Invocation 1:15 - Little Miss Cherry Blossom Contest 2:15 - Lynette’s Twirlettes 2:45 - Pittston David Blight Dancers 3:30 - TBA 4:30 - Perfect Harmony School for the Performing Arts 5:30 - West Pittston Idol Sunday, May 6 11:30 - Lee Strubeck, Piano Man 12:30 - 12 Letters band 1:30 - WA Drama Club 2:00 - Emerald Isle Step Dancers 2:30 - Spotlight Dance Studio 3:00 - NEPA Dance Academy/ Barbara Anzalone 4:00 - Richie from Rock Street 5:00 - Festival closing

Shown is the The 41st West Pittston Cherry Blossom Festival committee. Kneeling is Robert Messina. Standing left to right, Linda Hyzinski, Millie Vasil, George Taggart, Patrick Messina, Toni Valenti, Charlotte Keeney.

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Library lauded for hiring ‘mature’ workers The Pittston Memorial Library Board of Directors was recognized by the Luzerne/ Wyoming Area Agency on Aging for its support of the Mature Worker Program. The library is one of 35 local organizations that have hired mature workers. Shown at the award presentation are, from left: Mike Ostrowski, treasurer, Pittston Memorial Library Board; Joe Middleton, job monitor, Mature Workers Program; Barbara Quinn, chairman, Pittston Memorial Library Board; Anne Hogya, library director; Gerry Chickeletti, Mature Workers Program project director; Kelly Carroll, vice-president and Anne Noone, secretary, Pittston Memorial Library Board.

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MH/MR, Casey provide dental screening Vendors sought for flea market

The Luzerne-Wyoming Counties Mental Health/Mental Retardation Program’s Intellectual Disabilities Training Council, in concert with the Casey Dental Institute, recently held an open house and free dental screening for persons with intellectual disabilities at the Casey Dental Institute, Pittston. The initiative, part of a series of events held during March celebrating Intellectual Disabilities Awareness Month, provided an opportunity to promote healthy lifestyles for individuals with special

needs and offer tips on dental wellness. From left, first row, are Helen Georgetti, parent/advocate; Sprint Stan Kevitch, Sean Kondroski, and Tommy Lynch, self-advocates. Second row, Dr. Shawn Casey, Jessica Pisano, Dr. Laura Holena, Melissa Belandinelli, Casey Dental Institute; Mooneen Belicki, parent/ advocate; Pamela Zotynia, Arc Luzerne County; and Gina Galli, Luzerne-Wyoming Counties MH/MR Program.

Prince of Peace Parish, Old Forge, will be holding a flea market on Saturday, June 2, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the St. Lawrence Church parking lot, 620 Main St. Old Forge. Vendors wishing to sell at the flea market can reserve a 10’ x 10’ space for $15. Bring your own tables. Please call Mary Ann at 4982953 to reserve your space. Payment can be sent to St. Mary’s Rectory, 123 W. Grace Street, Old Forge, after your reservation is made. Old Forge Day Old Forge residents are reminded that Old Forge Day will be held from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. today, April 29, at Quaker Steak and Lube. This event is a fundraiser for Old Forge Relay for Life. All are welcome.

8th graders to visit Jr. Achievement Finance Park Middle School

The 8th grade students of the Pittston Area Middle School will attend Junior Achievement Finance Park on April 30, May 1, and May 2. This program reinforces the importance of economics – personal, business, and international – in students’ lives through a sequential business and economic curriculum. The students will be using a variety of handson activities so that they will have a better understanding of the relationship between what they learn in school and their successful participation in the economy. April 30 - homeroom classes Dr. Keska, Mrs. Rebovich and Miss Diginnari May 1 - homeroom classes Mr. LoBrutto, Mr. Serino and

Mr. D’Angelo May 2 - homeroom classes Ms. Diaz, Ms. Morgan, Mrs. Barge and Mrs. Ferrentino Junior Volunteers The Wilkes-Barre General Hospital is accepting applications for its active and challenging Junior Volunteer Program. This program is offered to both boys and girls between the ages of 13 and 18 who would like to serve as Candy Stripers and Junior Red Coats. This program provides a very rewarding and educational experience for all those who participate. If you are interested, stop by the main office to obtain an application. Completed forms can be mailed to the Department of Volunteer Services at the Wilkes-Barre General Hospital

by May 31. If you have any questions, please call 552-1199. 6th Grade Field Trip Students in the 6th grade will be attending a field trip to the Disney movie, “Chimpanzee” on Wednesday, May 2. This movie coincides with students’ studies of biomes, habitats, and ecosystems. The cost of the trip is $22.00 and includes transportation, admission to the movie, a drink, snack, and popcorn at the movie, and lunch at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Hall. Sports and Activities Middle School Boys’ Baseball Monday vs. Holy Redeemer Wednesday @ Wyoming Area Saturday vs. Abington Heights Junior High Girls’ Softball Thursday @ Crestwood Area Junior High Track and Field:

Thursday @ Crestwood Area Kindergarten Center

Dress Code Revision The school board passed a motion to allow students to begin wearing shorts on April 1 instead of May 1 this year. Kindergarten registration Kindergarten registration for the 2012-13 school year will be Monday, May 21, through Thursday, May 24, from 9 to 11 a.m. and 1 to 3 p.m. It is necessary to bring your child, shot record, birth certificate and proof of residency. Pick up a pre-registration packet at the Kindergarten Primary or Intermediate Centers between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Parent identification Parents/guardians must pre-

sent 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. The school 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 General Mills Box tops for Education logos for 2011-2012 are being collected at the school.

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Montgomery Ave. Spring Musical slated Thursday The second-grade classes at Wyoming Area’s Tenth Street Elementary recently took a trip to the Wyoming Hose Company #1 Firehouse on Eighth Street, Wyoming. The students were greeted by Palmer Johnson, a professional firefighter and Pennsylvania State Fire Instructor, who explained a firefighter’s job and equipment. The students had an opportunity to ask questions and see how the firehouse operates. The mini fieldtrip was in conjunction with

their reading story, “A Trip to the Firehouse.” Mr. Johnson’s daughters attend Tenth Street. Brenna is in fourth grade and Madeline is in first grade. Second-grade teachers are Mrs. Barbara Moore, Mrs. Catherine Maheady and Mrs. Ann Marie Lawrence. Building principal is Mr. Jon Pollard. Montgomery Avenue

Montgomery Avenue Elemen-

tary’s Spring Musical “Broadway Beat” will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 3. Students in grades 1–3 should arrive at the Wyoming Area Secondary Center between 6 and 6:15 p.m. The children should report directly to the band/chorus rooms located behind the stage. Volunteers will not be available to chaperone the children back stage until 6 p.m. No particular costumes are required for this performance.

Carroll high vote-getter in Hughestown Opening day

The Hughestown Girls Softball League opening day will be held on May 5 starting with a parade at 11:30 a.m., then proceeding to the field for the games. Council thanked Dave Porzuczek, JoAnne Van Nen and Lori

Perego and many others for their help in getting the fields ready. All the games will be played locally. Council also thanked Carmen Ambrosino, Wayne Quick, Phil Falvo, Marie Griglock, Todd Kuna, Assistant Chief of Police Darrin Bidwell, Charles Parente and Frank Ardo for putting the program together.

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Hughestown Borough reported a slow turnout on primary Tuesday with the following vote tallies: President Barack Obama – 202 votes, Bob Casey Jr. – 225 votes, Kathleen Kane – 188 votes, Patrick Murphy – 56 votes, Mathew Cartwright – 162 votes, Tim Holden – 95 votes and Rep. Michael Carroll – 235.

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In the towns

Fifth annual St. Mary’s golf classic next Sunday Queen of Apostles 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. 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. Scholarship applications

Applications for the 1st. Lt. Jeffrey DePrimo Scholarship for students of Pittston Area and Wyoming Area or Greater Pittston students attending Holy Redeemer are available at their respective schools. Applicants are required to participate in some kind of music and have a past or present connection to the military via a family member. Tax collector

Avoca Tax Collector Therese Wrubel reminds all residents the discount period for the rebate on the 2012 Avoca Borough and Luzerne Country tax bills ends April 30. Bills may be paid in person from 4 to 5 p.m. on Monday, April 30 at the Avoca Municipal Building, 752 Main St. Bills can also be paid via mail by sending the bar coded copy of the tax bill to Avoca Borough c/o Therese Wrubel, 129 Factory St., Avoca, PA 18641. If you need a receipt, please include both copies of the tax bill and a self-addressed/stamped envelope with your payment. Following the rebate period, Wrubel will be in her office from 9 to 11 a.m. on Tuesdays. For additional information, call at 4574891.

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Queen of the Apostles Parish finance council will meet at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, May 1 in St. Mary’s Rectory, 715 Hawthorne St.

Molly Houston, Nicholas Kwiatkowski, Joseph Lavelle, John McAdarra, Mia Nardone, Katelee O’Brien, Graziz Saporito, Saige Stempien, Gino Triboski and David Vito.

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Memorial Pet Walk

The Avoca Lions Club will have its monthly food distribution from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 3 at St. John’s Primitive Methodist Church, 314 Main St. Volunteers are needed to help unload the truck at 1:30 p.m. Boxes are needed, too. For more information, call Mary Ann at 457-7619.

The Fourth Annual Memorial Pet Walk for Tracey’s Hope Hospice Care Program and Rescue for Domestic Animals, Inc. will take place on Saturday, May 5 at McDade Park, Scranton. Registration begins at noon. Attendees and their pets are invited to walk in honor or memory of a devoted pet. There will also be a balloon release to memorialize all deceased pets. All walkers must collect a minimum of $15 in donations to participate in the walk. All walkers who collect $25 or more in donations will receive a Memorial Pet Walk Shirt. In addition to the walk, there will also be a Chinese auction basket raffle which includes a basket of cheer, admission tick-

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First Communion

Queen of the Apostles Parish’s First Holy Communion students will receive the sacrament at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 5 at St. Mary’s Church, 715 Hawthorne St. The class includes Darren Brojakowski, Brooke Casey, Cole Ferranti, Kacie Lee Fisk, Michael Fuller, Ryan Hoover,

ets for Dorney Park, and a 23inch HDTV. There will also be psychic readings, food and beverages by Thomas’ Barbeque, a flea market, a dessert table, vendors and pets for adoption. For vendor information or a sponsor form, call Denise at 457-1625. May Crowning

Queen of the Apostles Parish will have its May Crowning ceremony during the 11 a.m. Mass on Sunday, May 6 at St. Mary’s Church, 715 Hawthorne St. The May Queen is Jacqueline Bennie and her court consists of Amy Hoover, Rachel Hoover and Mackenzie Carroll. The crown bearer is John McAdarra. Ladies Auxiliary

V.F.W. Post 8335 Ladies Auxiliary will have a brief meeting at 6 p.m. on Monday, May 7 at the post home, 915 Main St. President June Fitzgerald will preside. Kathie Sico will serve as the installing officer as she installs the elected officers for the 20122013 term: June Fitzgerald, president; Micheline Vermack, senior vice president; Joan Emlaw, junior vice president; Patricia

Rinkus, treasurer; Patricia Bartnicki, chaplain; Sylvia Smith, conductress; and Mary Starinski, guard. The appointed officers are Mary Orluk, secretary; and Kathie Sico, patriotic instructor. Trustees are Mary Hadley, Marilyn O’Boyle and Elaine Frietas. Dinner will be served following the installation ceremony. Women’s guild

Queen of the Apostles Parish women’s guild will meet at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, May 8 in St. Mary’s School auditorium. Wildcats registration

The Duryea Wildcats will have an early registration session from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 9 at the Duryea Sports Complex, corner of Kramer and Shaft Streets. The organization will meet at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, May 8. Hospitality training

Queen of the Apostles Parish will have a hospitality training session at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 16 in St. Mary’s Church.

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Building and grounds

Queen of the Apostles Parish building and grounds committee will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, April 30 in St. Mary’s Rectory, 715 Hawthorne St.

Moosic Seniors celebrated Easter with a catered luncheon and Easter Parade where they modeled hats they made. From left, seated, are Jean Harrington, Mary Kryeski, Greta Pintha, Lois Matuszewski, Faye Chimel, and Henrietta Ameika. Second row, Sandra Jumper, president; Norma Rosati, Betty Chimel, secretary; Dorothy Andrzeyewski, Joan Powell, vice president; Carol Harashinski, Betty Aversa, Elsie Brown, Helen Kovak, Margaret Miletta and Doris Reap.

Duryea Borough Council is advising residents who were impacted by the 2011 September Flood to sign up for a small monetary award. Residents of Bennett, Chittenden, Church, Dickson, Elm, Lackawanna, Main from 51-312, Pettebone from 100-131, River, Short, Swetland from 124-138, Stephenson and Watt Streets are eligible for this benefit. Impacted residents are required to bring in their FEMA paper and driver’s license as proof of residency. Residents can sign up from 9 a.m. to noon, 1 to 3 p.m. and 5 to 7 p.m. on May 1-3 at the Duryea Municipal Building, 315 Main St. Residents must sign up by May 3 or they will forfeit their share. Distribution is scheduled from 6-8 p.m. on May 14-15 at the municipal building. These awards were made possible from donations collected at local businesses. Scholarship applications

Applications for the 1st. Lt.

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Ladies Auxiliary luncheon

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Jeffrey DePrimo Scholarship for students of Pittston Area and Wyoming Area or Greater Pittston students attending Holy Redeemer are available at their respective schools. Applicants are required to participate in some kind of music and have a past or present connection to the military via a family member. Tax collector

Duryea Tax Collector Marty Hanczyc reminds all residents the 2012 Duryea Borough and Luzerne Country tax bills have been mailed. If you did not receive a bill, call Hanczyc at 4572482. The discount period for the rebate ends April 30. Sewer bills

Residents are reminded the Duryea Borough sewer bills are

due on April 30. The five percent discount for bills paid for the year will also end at this time. A 10 percent penalty for late payments will begin May1. An additional interest fee of 1.5 percent will be applied to your sewer fee if the six month payment is not paid. Notes for water shutoffs will begin on May 10 for all delinquent accounts. Recycling containers

Residents are invited to pick up new recycling containers from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on May 2 and 3 at the rear of the Duryea Municipal Building, 315 Main St.

Auxiliary meeting

Members of the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary Unit 585 will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 8 at the post home, 529 Main St. Any local organization seeking donations from the auxiliary is asked to have a representative attend this meeting. Also, members of the auxiliary are asked to pay their dues as soon as possible.

Marian devotions

St. Mary’s Polish National Catholic Church will have Marian devotions in honor of the Blessed Mother Mary at 7 p.m. every Friday in May at the church, 200 Stephenson St. The services will include Exposition of the Most Blessed Sacrament, Litany to the Blessed Virgin Mary and Benediction. Memorial Pet Walk

Wildcats registration

The Duryea Rec Board will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 9 at the Duryea Municipal Building, 315 Main St. The public is invited to attend.

The Polish Falcons, Nest 128 will have a ziti dinner from 1 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, May 20 at the club, 631 Main St. The menu includes tossed salad, ziti, meatballs, rolls, dessert, coffee and soda. Tickets are $6 each. There will also be a silent auction and a 50-50 raffle. All proceeds will benefit Diane Kozak, who is receiving hospice care for cancer. To make a donation, call Mary Shock at 510-3409, the nest at 457-5355 or stop by the club. SAL selling tickets

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. Here’s to 10 more years

It’s hard for me to believe that this month marks my 10th anniversary of bringing you the Duryea News each Sunday. I can’t begin to tell you how much I have enjoyed serving you, and with the help of God, I look forward to serving you for many years into the future!

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The Duryea Recreation Board sponsored an Easter Egg Hunt at Community Park in Duryea. Here Bria and Jaden Brombacher, of Duryea visit, with the Easter Bunny.

The American Legion Ladies Auxiliary Unit 585 will host a luncheon at noon on Sunday, May 6 at the post home, 329 Main St., for the residents of the Wilkes-Barre Veterans Administration.

Polish Falcons ziti dinner

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Those flooded may receive small monetary awards

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Many to thank for Sacred Heart Health Fair success Sacred Heart of Jesus Senior Outreach Committee extends thanks to the following health care professionals who offered their services at the Fourth Annual Health Fair: Maria Murphy, Med Express, Sheryl Ziobro, Melissa Chisdock, Erin Cooley, Amy Gale, Rachel Capitano, Luzerne County Bureau of the Aging, Pittston Senior Center; Dr. Martin Moran and Staff, DeltaMedix, Tony and Darlene Balavage, Dr. James Zeigler, American Heart Association, American Cancer Society, Dr. Margaret Breznay, Beckie and Joe Kobi, Flexibility Mobility, Darbenzio Eye Care, Hilda Skrzysowski. Also all who donated items to make the raffle successful: Cebula’s Pizza, Bobby O’s, Savo’s Pizza, K-Mart, Redner’s, Klassic Shears. And most of all, to Senior Outreach Committee members and helpers, workers and anyone else who helped in any way to plan for, shop and prepare and/or donated to the Health Fair. The Pittston Area Leo’s Club collected 57 pair of glasses and 20 lenses for the Lions Club Eye Bank. The Health Fair Theme Basket winners are Theresa Gudz, Med Express basket; Madeline Lis, kids basket; Ann Exter, Oakwood Terrace basket; Gert Borowski, fitness basket; Tom Titton, fresh fruit basket; Tim Murphy, spring basket; Diane, Cebula Pizza basket; Diane Fritz, Bobbo O’s basket; Debbie Tokash, Savo’s Pizza basket; Zurek, K-Mart basket; Joe Chmiel, Klassic Shears basket. Winner of the 50/50 raffle was J. Stonikinis. Tax collector

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Tax Collector William Elko announces the rebate value on 2012 county/municipal taxes will end on Saturday, May 5. The tax office will be open from 2 to 6 p.m. on Friday, May 4 There will be no office hours on Saturday, May 5. Postmarks will be accepted. Face value begins on May 6 and runs through July 5. Anyone with questions is asked to call the tax office at 655-6241. Holy Mother of Sorrows

Holy Mother of Sorrows

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Friends and Family is holding a raffle to benefit Julie Vosburg who has been courageously battling a sickness and is facing complications. The raffle tickets are $5 each or five for $20. Prizes are: Apple iPad 3, grand prize; Chi Hair Care/Beauty Basket, $300 value, second prize; $100 Visa Gift Card, third prize; iPod, fourth prize; Kindle with case, fifth prize; $50 lottery tickets, sixth prize; $50 Olive Garden Gift certificate, seventh prize. The drawing will be held on Mother’s Day, May 13 at the parish hall. Tickets may be purchased by contacting: Fr. Zbigniew Dawid, Angelo Conforti at 332-2576 or Julius Janesko at 457-7854. Holy Mother of Sorrows Parish Committee Meeting will be held at 7 p.m. on Sunday, May 7 in the parish hall.

Eco-tip

Here is Joey’s Eco-Tip of the week: Cut your grass to no less than three inches high. Your lawn will require less water to stay nice. V.F.W.

The V.F.W. Post 4909 will meet at 7:30 p.m. on May 7 at the Post Home. Commander Dave Burrier will preside. The Home Association meeting will follow. Ladies Auxiliary

The Ladies Auxiliary to Pryzybytek Kundlas VFW Post 4909 will meet at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, May 1 at the post home. After the meeting, installation of officers will take place followed by the installation dinner. Sacred Heart of Jesus

Gas service

Applications to request gas service are available at the municipal office during regular business hours. For more information, contact Mike Trussa, UGI representative, at 829-8664. Composting

The Greater Pittston Area Regional Compost Facility is looking for employees for the facility. Interested parties can pick up an application at the DuPont Municipal office during regular business hours. Next meeting of the Regional Compost Facility will be at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 9 at the Dupont Municipal Council Chambers. Camp St. Andrew

Camp St Andrew, a resident camp for girls and boys, is offering the following events: girls basketball, grades 5 to 10, July 813 and July 15-20; girls traditional camp, grades 3 to 10, July 8-13 and July 15-20; father/son weekend, sons age 6 to 13, July 20-22; and boys basketball, grades 4-9, July 22-26. For more information, call 226-4606.

Sacred Heart of Jesus meeting schedule: Building and Grounds Committee, 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 1 in the lower level of the rectory; Women’s Society, 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 1 in the church hall; Holy Name Society, 7 p.m. Thursday, May 3 in the church hall. Practice for First Holy Communion at Sacred Heart of Jesus for all students in public, private and Catholic schools schedule: 6 to 7 p.m. Monday, April 30. Candidates will meet in the vestibule of the church at 5:55 p.m. and practice will end promptly at 7 p.m.; 6 to 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, May 2. Candidates will be treated to a pizza party in the church hall after practice. Candidates will be presented their scapulars, receive second penance, have their religious items blessed and practice with their parents on Saturday, May 5. Parents will meet in the church in their candidate’s pew. Candidates will meet in the vestibule of the church. Everyone is asked to be in their place by 10 a.m.. Sunday, May 6 as First Holy Communion will take place during 10:30 a.m. Mass. Service schedule

Dupont Service Schedule for the week of April 29: Monday, April 30 – Refuse, 30 lb. weight limit Tuesday, May 1 - Yard Waste, 30 lb. weight limit for containers Wednesday, May 2 – Commingled, including bottles, cans, glass Dupont Lanes Bowling Scores

Universal High Scratch Series scores: Jerry Coggins, 689; William Elko, 689; Jim Lavelle,III, 673; Edward Collins, 663; Steve Vlastaris, 646; Richard Arditi, 626; Dale Reese, 622; Mike Gotcha, 595; Peter Chodnicki, 589; David Titton, 577. National High Scratch Series scores: Jerry Coggins, 722; Bruce Rydzy, 711; Mark Kulick, 708; John Kulick, 699; Lisa Menichini, 686; Neal Elko, 671; Chris Yonki, 661; Matt Felter, 654; John Pisano, 651; Joe Campanella, 636. Junior/Senior High Scratch Series scores: Men’s division: Peter Kulick, 761; Billy Jr. Elko, 637; Michael Szumski, 616; Kyle Magda, 592; Austin Elko, 549. Women’s division: Michelle Grossbauer, 398; Katie Wynn, 391; Irene Magdon, 390. Warehouse Mixed League High Scratch Series scores: Chris DeHaas, 727; Edward Collins, 678; Ron Shaw, 644; John Borgia, 638; Ed Markovich, 627. Magic Circle High Scratch Series scores: Men’s division: John Colarusso, 696; Kyle Wagner, 652; Russ Stevens, 633; Francis Pupa, 630; Don Whiting, 629; Rich Sr. Aston, 625; Wally Zieminski, 622; Vito Buzzetta, 615; Paul Chmiel, 581; Chris Renfer, 579. Women’s division: Marytheresa Pupa, 494; Mima Brunges, 414tryuiouiytrewgh; Courtney McKitish, 403; Pittston Twp VFW High Scratch Series scores: Jack Casper, 653; Wally Moore, 740; Joe Argenio, 621; John Blattner, 601; Joe Jr. Walsh, 599; Joe Sr. Walsj, 593; Joe Dalessandro, 591; Jim Francioso, 576; Russ Stevens, 576; Gene Wasko, 547. American High Scratch Series scores: Neal Elko, 685; Edward Collins,

679; John Grohowski, 672; Mark Kulick, 622; Scott Kowalczyk, 617; Pete Latona, 609; Al Jr. Cannarella, 607; Tom Spurlin, 589; Tom Titton, 577; Frank Soy, 553. Sunday Night Mix High Scratch Series scores: Men’s division: Russ Stevens, 548; Terry Salek, 539; Vito Buzzetta, 517; Ray Wasko, 512; Gene Wasko, 501. Women’s division: Courtney McKitish, 483; MaryTheresa Pupa, 436; Tina Evans, 426; Mary Lou Fereck, 405; Karen Umbra, 401. Dupont Bowlerettes High Scratch Series scores: Trisha Chmiel, 497; Debbie Stevens, 469; Donna Kasa, 465; MaryAnn Shugdinis, 455; Helen Zapotoski, 448; MaryLou Fereck, 442; Kim Kishel, 428; Rose McDadae, 413; MaryTheresa Pupa, 411. Prep Boys High Scratch Series scores: Evan Elko, 416; Jesse Carlen, 413; Anthony DePascais, 354; Joey Jones, 333; Tyler Granahan, 323; Zachary Garbarino, 320; Joey Wruble, 319; Dominic Falzone, 302; Dylan Kelly, 301; Tommy Dessoy, 297. Bantam/Prep Mixed High Scratch Series scores: Boys division: Marc Piechota, 220; Zachary Elko, 175; Martin Kuna, 174; Ozzie Dobrowalski, 168; John Jr. Colarusso, 159; Jacob Severnak, 153; Jacob Dobrowalski, 126; Aiden Hindmarsh, 124; Ryan Kane, 105. Girls division: Isabelle Halapin,165; Janelle Dudek,158; Kacie Fisk, 131; Emily Dessoye, 117; Madison Mesaris, 90; Makenzie Kaminski, 86. Mixed Girls High Scratch Series scores: Danielle Zydko, 447; Sara Lukowich, 424; Erin Donnelly, 393; Hannah Maruhnich, 332; Veronica Rizzo, 320; Kayla Hindmarsh, 318; Samantha Piechota, 308; Katrina Dillon, 299; Callie Kipp, 287; Halle Gronka, 248. Mixed Boys High Scratch Series scores: Spencer Saxon, 557; Michael Elko, 550; Stephen Yuhas,, 541; David Zydko, 537; Peter Kulick, 514; Anthony Zimmerman, 462; Paul Greco, 435; Joey Musto, 405; Charles Kulick, 358; Evan Esposito, 352.

Christian Women’s Organization of St. Barbara’s Parish will meet at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 8 at the church hall. Information about the end-of-the-year dinner set for Tuesday, June 12 will be available at the meeting. Hostesses for the May meeting are Josephine Del Priore, Ann Marie Dillon and Lisa Dolan. Friendly Circle

The Friendly Circle Seniors will meet at 1 p.m. on Thursday, May 3 in the Community Room on Schooley Avenue, Exeter. The host is Betsy Figg. Coffee and cake will be served and Bingo will be played. Coyne Tournament

The Fourth Annual Joseph Coyne Softball Tournament will be held at 8 a.m. on Sunday, May 20 at the Exeter Lions Little League fields. The event will feature face painting, local mascots and clown/balloon artist Pat Ward from 2 to 4 p.m. Cosmopolitan Seniors

The Cosmopolitan Seniors will meet at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, May 1 in St. Anthony’s Center, Exeter. Hosts/hostesses are Maureen Gosart, Kay Haddock, Johanna Malinowski, Victor Malinowski and Marge Zinkavich. At the previous meeting, Vic congratulated everyone for

EXETER EILEEN CIPRIANI

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wearing spring-like attire and welcomed back Connie and Tom Lahart, Bernadine Bednar and Marge Zinkavich. Final preparations were announced regarding the 37th anniversary Mass and dinner. After the meeting, the group enjoyed refreshments and Bingo was played. Winners of the 50/50 were Theresa Blasavage, Tom Lahart, Frank Onda, Antoinette Manganello and Eva Naples. Frank Schall won the special game prize and the Bingo jackpot was shared by Jane Mikolosko and Terri Mislan... Travel coordinator Johanna is accepting reservations for a casino trip on Wednesday, May 9 and 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. There will be pickups in Exeter and Pittston and non-members are welcome. Details can be obtained from Johanna at 655-2720. Scholarships

Applications for the 1st. Lt. Jeffrey DePrimo Scholarship for students of Pittston Area,

Wyoming Area and Holy Redeemer are available at their respective schools. The scholarship requires the student to have musical participation of some kind and military connection of a family member past or present. Open Records Officer

Exeter Borough Council is looking for an interested Exeter Borough resident to serve as the Open Records Officer for the borough. Interested individuals should be familiar with the Pennsylvania Open Records Act and Right to Know Law. To apply for this voluntary position, send a letter of interest to Denise Adams, chairman, at 1101 Wyoming Ave. Exeter, PA 18643. For more information, call 654-3001 ext. 4. Yard waste

Exeter Borough has begun yard waste collection on Thursdays. Residents are asked to place yard waste curbside by 6 a.m. and are encouraged to use a mulching mower blade and mulch grass weekly, leaving it on the lawn. The benefits include keeping fertilizer and pesticides on the treated yard, thus reducing

the expense of additional treatments. Yard waste consists only of the following materials: shrubbery or grass clippings and tree limbs. Tree limbs are not to exceed three feet length or1/2-inch in diameter. Limbs should be bundled, tied and placed in an open container. Rocks, stones, dirt and animal waste are not acceptable forms of yard waste. Any yard waste containing unacceptable materials will not be collected. Police reminder

Exeter Borough Police reminded citizens that anyone caught dumping or littering along Packer Avenue will be cited. Anyone who sees such action is asked to contact the Exeter Borough Police at 654-3301. Increased patrols will be present. Chief John McNeil announces that street sweeping will be held between 5 and 9 a.m. on May from Erie Street to First on both sides of Wyoming Avenue. Residents are reminded that parking will not be allowed during this period. All violators will be subject to the issuance of a parking citation. This activity will be scheduled for the first Friday of each month until November. Refuse stickers

The rebate period for refuse

stickers has passed. 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.

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Christian Women planning end-of-year dinner

St. Barbara’s Parish

Plans are in full swing to make St. Barbara’s Summer Bazaar another wonderful event. Junior Choir members will have practice from 3:15 to 4:15 p.m. on Monday, April 30 during CCD class. Adult Choir practice will be held at 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 3 at St. Anthony’s Church. The Oblates of St. Joseph Seminary will host its monthly Holy Hour for Vocations at 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 3. Rev. Paul McDonnell, O.S.J., seminary rector, invites the area faithful to participate in this monthly devotion, praying for an increase of vacations to the priesthood and religious life. For more information, call the seminary office at 654-7542.

Watershed Association sets public meeting May 15 The Abrahams Creek Watershed Association will hold a public meeting at 7 p.m. on May 15 in the West Wyoming Town Hall to discuss the completion of the watershed assessment project. The watershed assessment project has been an ongoing investigation of water and storm runoff related issues throughout the Abrahams Creek Watershed. The watershed covers all of West Wyoming and parts of Wyoming, Exeter Twp, Kingston Twp, Forty Fort, and Swoyersville. Happy 90th birthday to West Wyoming resident George Yu-

rek who celebrated his birthday on April 21. He will be honored by a party on Memorial Day weekend to mark the occasion. Memorial Day Parade

The Memorial Day’s events begin at 8 a.m. Memorial Day with a ceremony at the War Monument in front of the VFW at Wyoming Post 396. A service will be held at 8:30 a.m. at the War Memorial at Eighth Street and Shoemaker Avenue. The service will be conducted by both the American Legion and

the VFW. The Parade line-up will begin at 8:45 a.m. at Dailey Memorial Park on Shoemaker Avenue with the parade beginning at 9:15 a.m. As the parade ends at First Street in Wyoming, participants and spectators are invited to the Wyoming Cemetery for the Memorial Day ceremony. There will be a short program, ending with a rifle salute by American Legion Post 904 West Wyoming and a fly over honoring our heroes. After the ceremony, there will be food and beverages at the VFW Post in Wyoming. Yard waste

The yard waste program has begun. Collections will be on Thursday, May 3 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, May 10. Thereafter, yard waste will be picked up on alternating Thursdays. The compost yard will be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays. Yard waste containers should not exceed 30 pounds. No plastic or recyclable bags, stones or dirt are allowed.

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.

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Happy birthday

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Cherry Blossom Committee to finalize plans today The West Pittston Cherry Blossom Committee will meet at 7 p.m. today, April 29, at the Corpus Christi Parish school building, 605 Luzerne Ave. This is the last meeting before the festival. Any chairperson unable to attend is requested to forward their report to President Patrick Messina. The 41st Annual Cherry Blossom Festival will be held from noon to 7 p. m. on Saturday, May 5 and from noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday, May 6 on Susquehanna Avenue next to the Firefighters Memorial Bridge. The West Pittston Cherry Blossom Committee ask residents of Northeastern Pennsylvania to help celebrate the rebirth of West Pittston by participating in the 41st annual parade at noon on Saturday, May 5. Line-up will be at 11:15 a.m. near Cenera Auto Parts, Exeter Avenue (Rt. 92) West Pittston. Any individual or groups interested in participating in this year’s parade may contact chairperson Ralph Salerno by e-mail at sal602@hotmail.com or by phone 780-0231. The Little Miss Cherry Blossom contest will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 5 at the festival grounds. The contest is open to girls 4 to 8 years of age living in the Greater Pittston area. All contestants will ride in the parade. Each girl will be judged on talent, stage presence and interview. Performances are not to exceed three minutes. Contact Gina Malsky at 332-7817 or by e-mail at lmalsky@aol.com for more information. The Cherry Blossom Festival will hold West Pittston Idol at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 5. Singers from ages 5 and up are invited to participate. Contestants will be divided into age appropriate categories and there will be a 2 1/2 minute time limit on all songs. Prizes will be awarded.

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Library Friends

The Friends Association of The West Pittston Library will meet at 12:30 p.m. on Monday, May 7 at the West library, Exeter and Warren Avenues. Sara Kelly will preside. Agenda items include but not limited to are election and instal-

WEST PITTSTON Tony Callaio 654-5358 tonyc150@verizon.net lation of new officers for the up- glazed pork tenderloin, creamy coming year. Christine Romani mashed potatoes, honey-butteris willing to serve as treasurer ed carrots, plus vanilla ice cream and Barbara Insalaco as secreta- with brandy walnut sauce and ry. Sara Kelly is willing to return while chocolate cheesecake finas president as long as there are gers. There will be door prizes and a four officers. The group is still seeking someone to serve as vice basket raffle. Sauces and dips and other items will be available president. Other agenda items are fina- for purchase. For reservations, call Jacquelizing Charming Charlie’s, the upcoming wine and cheese line at 760-7082 or Teresa at event, and the Boscov’s and Bon- 357-3985. Ton Community Day Sales. A special presentation by Friends’ Street department member Rebekka Parry, titled Police Chief Porfirio requests “Cleaning without Chemicals,” residents to follow the designatwill be given following the meeted signs by moving their vehicles ing. for street sweeping. For member information, conYard waste will be picked up tact Sara at 883-7079 or by efrom Montgomery Avenue to mail at sirkelly14@msn.com. Erie Street on Mondays and from Montgomery Avenue to Susquehanna Avenue on Tuesdays. WP Class of 1957 Residents are asked to place The West Pittston High School yard waste in open containers. Class of 1957 announces plans No plastic bags will be picked for its 55th anniversary reunion up. to be held the weekend of SepTree limbs should not exceed tember 1, 2012. four feet in length or 1/2-inch in Co-chairmen Mickey Mel- diameter and must be tied in berger and Don Lloyd need help bundles. in serving on the organization Any resident requesting chipcommittee. Anyone interested is ping of tree limbs is asked to call asked to call Mickey at 654-1141 the Public Works Building at or Don at 655-4311. 655-7786 to be placed on a The first planning meeting schedule. will be held at 1 p.m. on May 9 at the old American Legion Hall on Linden Street. WP Fun Run WA Class of 1969

Wanted: Wyoming Area Class of 1969 graduation booklet. Call 654-7803 if you have a copy. A copy will be made and your booklet will be returned to you. Corpus Christi Benefit

“Come into the Kitchen with Cheryl” and see the local version of Food Network star Cheryl Sempa Radkiewicz, who will provide cooking instruction and tips, as well as delicious meals, from 6 to 8 p.m. on May 25 at the Immaculate Conception Church Hall, 605 Luzerne Ave. The cost of the demonstration, instruction and BYOB dinner is $25. Dinner includes bourbon

The 35th Annual West Pittston Anthracite 4-Mile Run sponsored by Big Top Rentals will be held at 9 a.m. on Saturday, June 2. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. at the borough building, Exeter Avenue. Pre-registration fee is $15 prior to May 30 and $18 after. Checks should be made payable to West Pittston Parks, Recreation and Beautification Board and mailed to 555 Exeter Ave., West Pittston, PA 18643. For further information, call 655-7782. Historical Society

The West Pittston Historical Society is partnering with the

West Pittston Library to digitize a portion of the society’s Pittston Gazette newspaper microfilm collection. The project is being funded by a Library Services and Technology Act grant. The Pittston Gazette collection spans the years from 1850 through1965 and offers readers a unique historical view of the Pittston area. The news was focused on personal interests and the everyday life of residents in the area. The digitized newspapers will be available at no charge on the PA Digital Access website with the first additions becoming available online in the spring of 2013. Keep watching the West Pittston Historical Society web site http://www.westpittstonhistory.org/ for updates and a link to the Pittston Gazette site when it becomes available. Tax collector

George L. Miller, tax collector, announces the 2012 county and borough taxes have been mailed. The rebate period is from March 1 through April 30. The face period will begin May 1 and continue until June 30. Penalty period will be honored through December 15 when the tax books will be closed. Office hours during rebate are from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday. It is the property owner’s responsibility to forward tax bills to their financial institution for payment. If a receipt is requested, please include a self-addressed/ stamped envelope with payment. For appointments, call 6553801 or 655-7782ext. 232. Welsh classes

In preparation for the North American Festival of Wales, classes to sing in Welsh will be conducted from 2 to 4 p.m. on the second and third Saturdays of each month until September at the Congregational Church, 500 Luzerne Ave. The Festival of Wales is a fiveday cultural event held over Labor Day weekend, Aug. 30-Sept. 3, at the Scranton Hilton. For information on the classes,

contact Chris Hastie at 905-9074 or e-mailchhmww@hotmail.com. For information and registration for the Festival of Wales, log onto www.nafow.org. Library programs

What is Community Supported Agriculture? Find out at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 8 when Fertile Grounds CSA founder Deb Shoval will lead an interactive discussion about the health, environmental and economic benefits of local, organic farming. The event includes samples of Fertile Ground’s early spring salad and Hillside Farms ice cream. Yoga - $7 a class, 316 Linden St. Beginner Yoga – 9:30 a.m. and 6:15 p.m. on Mondays; 8:30 a.m. Tuesdaysthrough Thursdays; 9:30 a.m. on Fridays Restorative Yoga – 6 p.m. on Wednesdays Prenatal Yoga – 5:15 p.m. Mondays Children’s Yoga – 3:45 p.m. on Friday, May 4 West Pittston Library Book Club – 6:45 p.m., first Tuesday of each month. Weekly Story Time - 1 p.m. on Fridays Children’s Yoga with Corinne – 3:45 p.m. first Friday of the month. One Book Every Young Child – 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 2 PNC For Me, For You, For Later Story Time – 1 p.m. on Friday, May 11 American Girl Celebration – 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 19 Story Time with Clifford – 1 p.m. on Friday, May 25 Birthday notes

Celebrating this week: Luba Love Delaney, Amanda Gallagher, Alexandria Romano, April 29; Lorraine LaNunziata, Dylan Maloney, April 30; Alex Dougherty, Robert Turner, May 1; Barbi Argenio, May 2; Bobby Messina, May 3; Lori Gallagher and Grace Gober, May 4. Thought of the week

Always believe that something wonderful is about to happen.

Cub Scout Pack 366 sponsored by St. Monica’s Parish of West Wyoming held its 40th annual Blue and Gold Dinner on Sunday, April 22 at the church hall on West Eighth Street. Highlight of the dinner was the Arrow of Ligh tand Bridge Ceremony. Friendly Circle

The Luzerne County Historical Society will hold its Second Annual Classic Car Show from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, May 6 at the Historic Swetland Homestead, 885 Wyoming Ave Entry fee is $15 per vehicle and free for spectators. The show is sponsored by Stell Enterprises and will feature DJ Steel Dragon, 50/50, a prize raffle and food. Trophies will be awarded to the top 25 entries as well as Best of Show and People’s Choice award. Dash plaques and goody bags will be given to the first 100 entries. Rain date is May 20. For more information, call Mark Riccetti at 823-6244 ext. 3.

WYOMING NEWS EILEEN CIPRIANI 287-3349 ecipriani@comcast.net games. Games are held at 6 p.m. Memorial Day Parade The Memorial Day’s events on Tuesday and Thursday evebegin at 8 a.m. with a ceremony nings and at noon and 2 p.m. on at the War Monument in front of Saturdays. Anyone interested the VFW in Wyoming Post 396 need not make a full season comin Wyoming. Following this, a mitment and may commit to service will be held at 8:30 a.m. games when they are available. at the War Memorial at Eighth All applicants will initially be Street and Shoemaker Avenue in subject to criminal clearance. West Wyoming. The service will These are paid positions. Those interested can call Bill be conducted by both the AmerPetrucci at 817-5874 to discuss ican Legion and the VFW. the schedule and payment terms. The parade line-up will begin at 8:45 a.m. at Dailey Memorial Park on Shoemaker Avenue in Senior Citizens West Wyoming with the parade The Wyoming/ West Wyombeginning at 9:15 a.m. ing Seniors will celebrate their As the parade ends at First 36th anniversary dinner on TuesStreet in Wyoming, participants day, May 1. Mass for our departand spectators are invited to the ed members will be 4:30 p.m. at Wyoming Cemetery for the Me- St Monica Parish. Rev. Leo morial Day ceremony. There will McKernon is the celebrant, Paul be a short program ending with a Delaney the alter server, Joan rifle salute by American Legion Kwasny the lector and gift carriPost 904 West Wyoming and a ers are Joe Kosloski and Sam fly over honoring our heroes. DeSalvo. Organist is Ninarose There will be food and bever- Lewko. ages at the VFW Post in WyomA buffet dinner will be served ing after the ceremony. following the Mass. There will Little League

The Wyoming/West Wyoming Little League is actively seeking anyone interested in officiating its minor league boys’ baseball

be prizes and Bingo will be played. Fifty-Fifty winners from the last meeting were Elinor Yurek, Stanley Mulesky and Olga Mizin. Bingo jackpot winner was Joan Kwasny.

The Wyoming Recreation Board’s Fifth Annual Cinco De Mayo Fundraiser will be held from 7 to 11 p.m. on Saturday, May 5 at Hose Co #2 in Wyoming. A $25 donation includes an all-inclusive Mexican food buffet, draft beer or non-alcoholic beverage and live music at 7:30 p.m. from the duo “CNR” which consists of Rickie Kossuth and JBird from Flaxy Morgan, along with Jeanie Zano as special guest. There will be a Chinese Auction and 50/50. Tickets are available from any Wyoming Recreation Board member or at the door. St. Monica’s

Congratulations to the following who are recipients of the Bishop’s Youth Award: Juliana Buonsante, Blaise Erzar, Isabella Romani and Jacqueline Stash. Vacation Bible School is being held from June 25 through 29. Lillian Dominici is coordinating the week’s events, which include indoor and outdoor activities. Adult and teen volunteers are needed to help with the games and creative activities. Helpers may call Lillian at 693-6227. Anyone (from third grade through high school) interested in serving in the role of alter server, please call the parish office at 693-1991. The parish is always in need of new lectors. Anyone interested is asked to call Father McKernan at 693-1991. St. Monica’s Library has the following selections highly recommended by Father McKernan for reading, reflection and prayer. Available: “The Map of Life” by Frank Sheed, “The Splendor of Truth” by Blessed Pope John II, “Absolute Relativism” by Chris Stefanick and “Christianity for Modern Pagans” by Peter Kreeft. Ronan Tynan, Irish Tenor , will appear in concert with pianist Bill Lewis will be held at 2 p.m. today, April 29 at Pottsville Area High School Auditorium. For tickets, call St. Patrick’s Rectory at 622-1802. Car wash

Cub Scout Pack 366 will hold a car wash from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

on May 5 at Dileo’s on Wyoming Avenue. Golf tournament

The Rotary Club of Wyoming’s 21st Annual Golf Tournament and Cook-Out will be held on Thursday, May 24 at Irem Temple Country Club. Lunch and registration will begin at 11a.m. with a shotgun start at noon. Cost is $95 per person and includes, lunch, beer and a dinner cookout at the Checkerboard Pavilion. Hole sponsorships are available for $50 and $100. Compost yard

The West Wyoming compost yard will be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays for residents of West Wyoming and Wyoming. The compost yard accepts brush, branches, leaves and grass. Residents are reminded to take care that yard waste does not contain plastic or recyclable bags. The compost yard does not accept stones or dirt. Compost is also available free of charge to residents of both towns. Library

Jack Smiles will present a talk on his latest book at noon on May 12. Smiles is a writer for the Sunday Dispatch and the author of three biographies of local baseball players, Hugh Jennings (Pittston), Ed Walsh (Plains) and Bucky Harris (Hughestown). All three men quit school to work in local mines, turned to baseball and wound up in the Baseball Hall of Fame. Smiles will be available to sign books for $20. Smiles has lived in Wyoming for 22 years. He and his wife, Diane, a Wyoming Borough councilwoman, have a daughter, Sadie, a senior at Penn State University. The library is located at 358 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming and is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday and Friday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday. Friends of the Wyoming Free Library have recently opened a used Book Shop next door to the library in the United Methodist Church.

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Webelos II boys who attained the Arrow of Light and crossed over the bridge into Boy Scout Troop 366 of West Wyoming are pictured here with their Webelos Leaders. From left, first row, are Michael Remley, Nicholas Perry and William Fauntleroy. Second row, David Remley, Webelos II leader; Joshua Carlson, Luke Stavish, Raymond DrivingHawk, Robert J Salvo and Gerald Carlson, assistant Webelos II leader.

Cinco De Mayo party

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Classic Car Show today at Swetland Homestead

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Sports TRACK AND FIELD

Olivia Lanza takes first against Berwick in the girls 100meter hurdles in 16.5 seconds. Lanza also ran on the winning 1600 relay team for the Lady Patriots on Thursday at Charley Trippi Stadium.

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PA girls, boys defeat Berwick

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he Pittston Area Lady Patriots won all but two events in a big 126-24 win at home over Berwick on Thursday. Freshman Olivia Giambra continued her high flying season by sweeping the jumps. Giambra won the triple in 33-6; the high, 4-8; and the long, 16-1. Bianca Bolton was a four-time winner for the Patriots in the

Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Eliseo takes 3 firsts to lead Patriots 3,200 relay with K. and C. Lombardo and Rutcha and the individual 1,600, 800 and 3,200. Lanza 16.5, Avvisato and Waleski swept the 110 hurdles. Powers won both marquee sprints the 100 in 13.2 and the 200 in 28.3 and the 400 relay with Borgan, Weinstock and

Scialpi. Other winners were Shimkoski, shot put; Fereck, 400 and 1600 relay; Waleski 300 hurdles and 1600 relay; Parent, javelin and Lanza, 1600 relay. Also scoring for PA were Williams, Horchos, Avvisato, Barnak, Dworak, Kutchta, White, Seaman, Talerico, Bryan and

Moska. Boys

Meyers 68 WA 67 The Warriors won nine events but lost by a point to Meyers. Tess Sauer won the 100 and 200. Emily Shemanski won both hurdle events for the Warriors

and ran on the winning 1,600 relay with Radzwilka, Heidacavage and Argenio. Radzwilka also won the 3,200 with Maczmerak, Higgins and Deluca. Also winning for WA were Shiner, 400 relay, triple jump and long jump; McGuire, discus; Stackhouse high jump; and Argenio, Higgins, Greyuzio See TRACK, Page 41

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Jaret Monteforte pole vaults for Pittston Area. His win in the valut was one of eight individual wins by the Patriots in a 79-71 win over Berwick on Thursday at Charley Trippi Stadium.

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Pittston Area's Bianca Bolton runs the last leg of the girls 3200 meter relay against Berwick Thursday afternoon in Yatesville

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1600 relay. Also scoring for WA were Dimattia and Kazmerick. PA 79 Berwick 71 Ronnie D’Eliseo and James Connors combined for five wins and 25 points in the Patriots 7971 win over Berwick on Thursday at Charley Trippi Stadium. D’Eliseo won the 110 hurdles, 100 dash, 300 hurdles and Connors won the 1,600 and 3,200 runs. Also scoring wins for PA were Aita, Naples, Martz, Gattuso in the 400 relay, Monteforte in the pole vault, Gallo, discus; and Naples, 200. Cummings, Crawford, Harth, Poli, Cummings, Prescott, John, Musto, and Sklanka also scored for PA.

Tuesday Pittston Area at Hazleton Wednesday Wyoming Area at Hanover

the individual javelin and 200 dash in the Warriors win over Meyers. Chris Bone won the 110 and 300 hurdles for the Warriors. Peoples was also a triple winner taking the100 in11.1and running on the 1600 relay with Pardini, Hale and Harding. Also winning for WA were Schmitz, long jump; Fillipak, 3200 relay and 3200; Borton discus and 3200 relay; Radzwilka, Malley, 3200 relay; Bartoli, shot put; Flynn, pole vault. LaNunziata, Davis, Popovich, Smith also scored for WA.

The Wyoming Area boys are 4-1 in Division 2. Northwest leads at 5-0. The PA boys are 2-3 in Division 1. It’s the opposite in the opposite sex. The PA girls are 4-1 in D-I behind Dallas and Hazleton both 4-0. The WA girls are 2-3.

Pittston Area's Mike Harth, left, beats out a Berwick runner for second place in the boys 100-meter dash.

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WA 107.5, Meyers 42.5 Nick O’Brien ran on the winning 400 relay with Hall, Schmitz and Peoples and won

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HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL

Errors come to haunt Patriots By TOMMY ROMANELLI

Sunday Dispatch Intern

HUGHESTOWN â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Pittston Area Patriots lost their shot at gaining first place in Division1 East by dropping a heartbreaker to the Tunkhannock Tigers 3-2. The Tigers jumped on top early with a run off of Pittston Area starting Pitcher Chuck Bressler in the first inning with a single, a wild throw and a sacrafice fly. PA came back to tie the game in the bottom of the first with Jordan Houseman reaching on strikeout and a passed ball. Josh Razvillas took advantage of the miscue with an RBI single to THIS bring home WEEK Houseman Monday making the Dallas at PA score to 1-1. WA at CoughErrors hauntlin ed the Tigers Thursday Tunkhannock and Patriots at WA over the middle Hazleton at PA innings. Both teams would each allow a run over the mistakes bringing the score to a 2-2 tie. In the top of the fifth, Pittston Area would continue to hurt themselves. Tunkhannock was able to score a run off of a throwing error to first base giving the Tigers a 3-2 lead. That would be all Tunkhannock needed as their pitcher, Josh Mcclain, had a live fastball and was throwing it past the PA hitters. Bressler, for PA, went five innings and gave up 2 runs while striking out 1. While Bressler pitched a good game he lacked command of his fastball which got him into trouble. In the bottom of the seventh inning Pittston Area had runners on first and second with no outs after an error and a hit-by-pitch. The Patriots ended up running themselves out of the inning by a popped-up bunt and a force out at second for the double play. Wyoming Area 6 Nanticoke 0 Dylan Maloney pitched Wyoming Areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s second complete-game shutout in as many days, turning in a two-hitter to knock off Nanticoke. Maloney struck out 10 and walked just two in the shutout.

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Pittston Area pitcher Chuck Bressler delivers a pitch to the plate on Saturday during his 5 inning effort in a 3-2 loss against the Tunkhannock Tigers.

Maloney added two hits and two RBI at the plate. Bart Chupka got things started for the Warriors (6-3) with a three-run homer in the first inning. Matt Klus and Jake Granteed each added a double. Wyoming Area 4 Hazleton Area 0 The Warriors (5-3) went on the road and shut out the Cougars to pull a half-game ahead of the pack for second place in Division I West, two games behind Valley West (8-1.) Division 1 East Coughlin 5-3 (pending) Pittston Area 5-4 Hazleton 5-4 Crestwood 3-6 Holy Redeemer 3-7 Nanticoke 2-7 Division 1 West WVW 8-1 Wyoming Area 6-3 Tunkhannock 6-3 Berwick 5-4 Dallas 1-7

Pittston Area second baseman Jordan Housman slides into home ahead of the tag against Tunkhannock after an RBI single by Josh Razvillas.

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Red hot WA in playoff quest

B OYS T E N N I S

Must beat Tunkhannock Tuesday to reach play-in By TONY CALLAIO Dispatch Correspondent

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Above, PA's No.1 Trent Woodruff attacks a forehand in a recent match against Dallas Area. At right, Tyler Woodruff, PA's No.2 singles player finished out the season this past week 2 - 1. Coach Kim Collins' young team ended up with a respectable 5 - 7 season record after having a slow start.

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The last week of the high school tennis season was scheduled to wrap up this past week with Pittston Area playing three matches and Wyoming Area playing one, with one to play this coming week. It was a pretty good week for the Patriots defeating Wyoming Valley West 5 – 0 and Berwick 4 – 1 before running into the strong arm of Wyoming Sem and losing 5 – 0. PA’s No.1, No.2, and No.3 Trent and Tyler Woodruff, and Jeremy Homschek ended up 2 – 1 on the week. No.1 doubles team of Surja Purshami/ Terry Briggs also finished 2 – 1. Coach Kim Collins’ young team ended up with a respectable 5 – 7 season record after having a slow start. On the other side of the river, the Warriors got in only one of their two matches and edged Holy Redeemer 3 – 2 sweeping all singles matches. Davide Fanelli and Trevor Alder took three-set matches while Gray had an easier time at No.3. Wyoming Area’s last match of the regular season will take place on Tuesday at Tunkhannock and a win will put the Warriors into a play-in situation for a spot in the District 2 team championships. If the Warriors come out of the Tiger’s den on Tuesday with that win they will finish 8 – 4. This is an excellent record for a team without a home court.

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GIRLS SOCCER Danielle Stillarty scores a goal in the first half after a rebound from a save by the Sem keeper. The score gave WA a 2-0 lead in an eventual 5-0 on Wednesday at Tenth Street.

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Warriors, Patriots in playoff hunt WA blanks SEM to lead Division 4; PA surprises GAR with big win By JACK SMILES

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On paper Lizz Jones’s contribution to the Lady Warriors 5-0 win over Wyoming Sem on Wednesday at Tenth Street was minor, one assist. On the field her contribution was major and immediate. Not two minutes into the game she stole the ball on the right wing and passed to Valerie Bott in front who assisted Jenn Bone for a quick 1-0

lead. Jones was relentless in the first 20 minutes swiping dribbles from fullbacks and stealing passes and energizing the Warrior offense. At nine minutes Jones was at it again, making a steal and pass to the middle. The shot from there was slapped away by the Sem keeper Rebecca Czajkowski, but Danielle Stillarty rolled the rebound off the right post and into the goal for a 2-0 lead.

“Lizz does a really nice job,” WA coach Michael Sololas said of his outside midfielder. “She’s quick, she knows where to be and she knows where to put the ball. She’s one of our most improved players since the beginning of the season.” It stayed 2-0 until the half. In the second Jones assisted Bott to make it 3-0 and Bone, unassisted, and Myiah Custer from Bott made it 5-0. The Warriors outshot Sem

35-9 and keeper Felicia Turner stopped all nine. While the Warriors won to go 7-1 in Division 4 (2-B), something funky was going down in Wilkes-Barre where the Lady Patriots shocked all by beating GAR. The shock wasn’t from the win, but the score, 7-0. Sololas was all good with that. “They did us a huge favor,” he said of PA. The loss See SOCCER, Page 45

THIS WEEK Monday Hanover at Pittston Area GAR at Wyoming Area Tuesday Wyoming Area at North Pocono Wednesday Pittston Area at Honesdale Friday North Pocono at Pittston Wyoming Area at Meyers (7 p.m. Wilkes-Barre Stadium)

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Lizz Jones drives down field. Jones had one assist and was a force at outside mid.

Valerie Bott scored one goal and 2 assists.

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sion make the District 2playoffs Against GAR PA super frosh Allie Barber scored four times giving her 15 goals on the season. “I expected it was going to be a good game,” Pittston Area coach Nicole Tieso told the Times Leader, “but our girls offensively really showed up and finally clicked. I think we found the proper rotation and they’re working together.” Patriot fullbacks Megan Karuzie, Sarah Kosik, Katelyn Pugliese and Mallory Yoz-

wiak were a force on defense. Pugliese and Liz Mikitish shutdown GAR freshman star Brea Seabrook. Meanwhile, Barber gave Pittston Area to a 2-0 halftime lead, scoring off assists from Pugliese and Mikitish. After Mikitish and Nicolette Bradshaw scored early in the second half for a 4-0 lead, Barber scored two more a minute apart. Madison Cardinale scored the seventh goal. Jordan Cumbo had nine saves for PA. PA is also busy this week

with three games. Their Senior Night is Friday. Standings

Division 3 North Pocono 5-3-1 Pittston Area 5-3 Hanover 5-4-1 Wyoming Sem 2-6-1 Honesdale 1-7-1 Division 4 Wyoming Area 7-1 Tunkhannock 6-2-1 GAR 6-3 Meyers 4-3-1 MMI 0-9

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dropped GAR (6-3) two down in the loss column to WA in Division 4. Only one Division 4 team makes the district playoffs. Tunkhannock is 62-1. Wyoming Area is in pretty good shape against both of them and they play GAR tomorrow at Jake Sobeski Stadium under the lights at 7 p.m. on Senior Night. “We could almost bury

them,” Sokolas said. “I say almost because you never know what will happen.” The Warriors have a busy week. Coming off the night game Monday they have to take a 20-mile bus trip the next day to play at North Pocono. It’ll be tough, but if WA can win they will return the favor PA did them by beating GAR. The Patriots, 5-3 in Division 3, could pick up some ground on first-place North Pocono (5-2-1) with a WA win. Two teams from the divi-

Jenn Bone scored 2 goals on the way to a WA victory over Wyoming Seminary.

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Exeter Yankees on winning streak in GP league Greater Pittston Little League

Exeter Yankees (West Side Beverage) 10 WWW Nolton Funeral 0 CJ Rome and Matt Wright each doubled and singled to lead the Yankees in a 10-0 victory at Exeter. Rome scored three runs including the game-winner after stealing home in the fourth. Alex Ambruso chipped in with two RBIs in the third. Wright, Rome and Mason Egan handled the pitching duties. Exeter Yankees (Parini’s WS Beverage) 5 Pittston Knights of Columbus 1 Matt Wright struck out 14 batters for the win at Pittston. The Yankees trailed early as Dylan Spurlin ripped a single in the first and later scored for Pittston on a passed ball. Aaron Zezza led off the 2ndwith a single and advanced on Wright’s hit off of the pitcher’s leg. Alex Gushka picked up an RBI in the same inning as Exeter took the lead. Jeremy and Dylan Harman each scored after Thomas Brennan and Ethan Rash each drove in a run in the fourth. Anthony DeAngelo added an insurance run after he tripled to lead off the 5th. Gushka closed the door with 3 strikeouts in the 6th.

Exeter Yankees 6 Dupont VFW 5 Exeter who survived a battle of two ball clubs fighting to the last out. Dupont VFW took an early 3-0 lead in the first and both teams battled for eight innings last week at Exeter. Jake Roguski knocked in Kevin Krawczyk in the first, and later scored along with Walter Coles for Dupont. Exeter answered with a 2-run homerun by Matt Wright. Aaron Zezza and Wright ended the night with three hits each and Dylan Harman chipped in with 2 singles to lead Exeter. Brian Miller knocked a run Dupont. Tied at 5 in the bottom of the 8th, Wright singled home Zezza for the game-winner in a close play at the plate. Zezza, Alex Gushka, CJ Rome, and Wright scattered 3 hits and struck out a combined 15 batters. Exeter Yankees 2 West Pittston (Jack’s Collision) 0 Matt Wright pitched 5 and 2/3 innings of shutout ball for the win Friday night. With Exeter up 1-0 in the 5th, CJ Rome homered for an insurance run. West Pittston put the tying run on in the 6th, but after Rome took the mound in relief, Anthony DeAngelo made a fine play at for the final out.

DeAngelo had two hits and Thomas Brennan singled for Exeter. Marc Minichello pitched a fine game for West Pittston and Dylan Kostiak doubled to lead the WP offense. WWW Diamond 11 West Side Auto 6 Diamond’s Matt Silinskie got the win surrendering one hit in 5 scoreless innings with 9Ks. The offense was led by Matt Hindmarsh’s 2 run HR and multiple hits by Robbie Trottini and Matt Silinskie. John Angelella, Jake Hogan and Chase Yochum each had a hit for West Side Auto. WWW Diamond 20 West Pittston Jacks 12 Alex Gonzales led the Diamond offensive attack with 5 hits including two home runs. Jimmy Kosco, Matt Silinskie, Dimitri DePietro and Robbie Trottini all had multiple hits for Diamond. Kosco got the win. Marc Minichello led Jacks with three hits including a home run and Skyler Santacroce had two hits including a double. Old Forge/Taylor Little League

Mariotti’s Building Products 16 Honor Awards 6 Matt Mariotti was the winning

pitcher and had two hits. Also for Marriotti Cooper Grochowski had three hits including a triple and Charles Karam and Matt Smith had two hits each. For Honor Awards Logan Cielesshad two hits. Bosak’s 5 Pagnottis 3 Brendan Mozeleskiwas the winning pitcher with 10 strikeouts. For Bosak’s Brendan Mozeleski had two hits and a home run, Nasir Harris had two hits and a double. For Pagnotti’s Joey Verespey had two hits, one a double and Danny Smallacombe had two hits. Bosak’s 7 Rossis 3 Nasir Harris was the winning pitcher with eight strikeouts. Bosak’ sBrandon Nee had two hits, one double. Nasir Harris had a homerun. For Rossi’ sKevin Welsh had nine strikeouts Dupont Softball

Atlantic Propane 12 Calan Photo 4 Autym Stoss’s 2-run double highlighted a 5-run 4th inning to break open a close game as Atlantic Propane (Dupont) defeat-

ed Calan Photo (Taylor) 12 - 4 in opening action of the 12u division of the County Line Softball League. Stoss finished the day 2-for-2 with four RBIs to lead the offense. K. Klocko, K. Shamnoski, C. Karaffa and B. Gorzkowski each scored two runs. Bailey Jordan, Breanna Yaskus and Abbey Graham each scored a run. Kayla Klocko earned the win and Mackenzie Gable pitched out of a bases loaded jam to earn the save. Bella Gorzkowski anchored the defense from behind the plate throwing out three runners attempting to steal as well as a sparkling defensive play. Also making big defensive plays were C. Karaffa, K. Shamnoski, H. Robbins, Klocko and Gable.

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YOUTH BASEBALL, SOFTBALL

Liberty Tax 15 Arcaro’s Pizza 1 Also Liberty Tax (Dupont) defeated Arcaro’s Pizza (Taylor) 15 - 1 in opening 10u action of The County Line Girls Softball League. Madison Antal pitched a 1-hit gem while chipping in with an outstanding defensive play. Leading the offense were Kaehler Kivler with a home run and a triple. Julianna Wayman with a home run and Hale Coggin with a double.

SPORTS BRIEFS

Junior Patriots football, cheerleader registration opening today WA Boys basketball parents meeting

The WA Boys basketball Parents’ Association will meet Monday, April 30 at 7:00 p.m. in the Gym lobby to discuss plans for summer leagues, camps, and the annual golf tournament. Parents of players from 7ththrough 12th grade are encouraged to attend this meeting. If you have any questions, please call or text Tracy Carey at 313-0837. Red Devils meeting

The Pittston Red Devils Sportsman Club is meeting Tuesday, May 1 at 7:30 p.m. at

Dr. Ruggerio’s home in west Pittston. Spring and summer events will be discussed. All members are urged to attend this important meeting. WA ice hockey meeting

The WA Ice Hockey will be holding its monthly parents meeting on Monday, April 30 at the Stites Street Fire hall in West Wyoming at 7:00 p.m. Duryea Wildcats signups

The Duryea Wild Cats will be having early registration signups on May 9 from 5:30 to 7:30 at the field. Also our monthly

meeting will be held on May 8 at 6 p.m. at the field. Anyone interested in coaching or volunteering can do so at this time. Greater Pittston Stoners Youth Soccer registration

Greater Pittston Stoners Youth Soccer will hold fall registration from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 3 and Tuesdays, May 1 and 8 at the Exeter Scout Home of the Exeter Borough Building on the corner of Wyoming Avenue and Lincoln Street. There will no additional dates. Cost is $48 if you do not need a uniform, $63 if you need a uni-

form. Info: www.stonersoccer.org. Shamrock Wrestling Club

Shamrock Wrestling Club will begin this week. Practice will be held from 4:30 to 6 p.m. on Monday and Wednesday at Wyoming Seminary and from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday at Pittston Area High School. Sign ups will be held before practice for the next several weeks. See SPORTS BRIEFS, Page 50

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The Pittston Jr Patriots youth football and cheerleading program will conduct registration beginning today, Sunday April 29 and running four Sundays in May on 6, 13, 20 and 27 from 1 to 3 at West Park on Swallow Street. Registration is $60. Players and cheerleaders who sell their $10.00 calendar fund raisers will get the registration fee returned. Please bring a copy of players/ cheerleaders birth certificates. Football player will pay an additional $36.00 for jerseys. Robert Fahey is the league president

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OLD FORGE BASEBALL, SOFTBALL

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Old Forge's Chris Talipski slides in safely ahead of Riverside catcher Troy Kempa's tag in the Blue Devils victory over the VIkings in Moosic on Tuesday afternoon. Below, Old Forge pitcher Ian Nemetz pitched six innings of one-hit ball during the Blue Devils 15-0 victory.

Blue Devils hammer Vikings But softball team drops 1-run game

By RICK NOTARI

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Dispatch Correspondent

Old Forge exploded for nine runs in the top of the sixth inning and senior starter Ian Nemetz allowed only a two-out bloop single in the bottom half of the same inning as the Blue Devils smashed arch-rival Riverside,

15-0, in a Lackawanna League Division II game on Tuesday afternoon at the Robert Quinlan Sports Complex in Moosic. Nemetz, making his first divisional start of the season walked seven and hit a batter, but in the three innings when Riverside had runners in scoring position, Nemetz got the final out in each

inning with a strikeout. The Blue Devils lefty fanned nine overall. Dave Chromey gave Old Forge the only run Nemetz and the Blue Devils would need in the top of the third. The junior right fielder doubled to right center, moved to third on a passed ball, See OLD FORGE, Page 49

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and scored on a Matt Mancuso sacrifice fly for a 1-0 lead. But Chromey and the Blue Devils didn’t stop there. The lefty punched a Nick Drancak fastball down the left field line in the top of the fourth for a bases-clearing double, scoring Steve Mascaro, Derek Drasba and Anthony Trotta for a 4-0 lead. Chromey scored again two pitches later, moving to third on another passed ball and scoring on a Nemetz groundout to second. Old Forge added another run in the fifth before sending14 batters to the plate in its nine-run sixth. Chris Talipski, Warren Welsh and Tyler Salerno each had twoRBI hits in the sixth with Welsh and Salerno each belting tworun doubles. Mancuso and Argust each drew bases-loaded walks in the outburst, and Jared Heckman added an RBI pinchhit single as the Blue Devils invoked the mercy-rule. Chromey was the only multiple hitter for Old Forge with two hits. He also added three runs and three RBI. Trotta chipped in with a double, and Nemetz walked twice, scored a run, stole a base and drove in a run to help his own cause. OF 10 Dunmore 1 Old Forge made sure there would be no Dunmore comeback this time. The Blue Devils scored nine runs in the first three innings and rode the three-hit pitching of lefty Dave Chromey to take a 10-1

victory from the Bucks on Thursday afternoon in Dunmore. Chromey scattered three singles and four walks over seven innings while fanning eight to keep Dunmore in check just three weeks after surrendering a late-inning lead to the Bucks. Dunmore had gotten to Chromey - who came in from the bullpen in the season opener - for two runs in its final at-bat to snatch a victory from the Blue Devils. But Old Forge made sure that would not happen again, giving it’s junior southpaw a comfortable lead while smashing 16 hits on the afternoon. Junior right fielder Derek Drasba led the way on offense with three hits and three RBI. Chris Talipski, Steve Mascaro, and Ian Nemetz all smacked two hits and collected two RBI. Anthony Trotta added two hits, including a triple, and Chromey played a run with a double. Dave Argust also added a double for the Blue Devils. Old Forge Softball

It wasn’t the start Old Forge had envisioned when they traveled to Dunmore on Thursday afternoon, but the finish could not have been more perfect as the Blue Devils rallied for a 3-2 victory over the Lady Bucks in a Lackawanna League Division II matchup. Dunmore pitcher Sarah Ross fanned the first 12 Old Forge hitters of the game and was perfect through six innings but that didn’t deter the Blue Devils headed into their final at-bat. Leadoff hitter Lauren Carey took one for the team to give Old Forge it’s first base runner to be-

Old Forge pitcher Kim Regan fires a strikes in the Blue Devils 7-6 loss to Riverside on Tuesday night in Taylor.

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gin the seventh. Taylor Nemetz then gave the Blue Devils their first hit when she blasted a Ross offering deep over the centerfielder’s head for a two-run home run to tie the game at 2-2. The rally continued when Rhyan Barnic cracked a single and the hot-hitting Kim Regan tripled home Barnic for the 3-2 lead. Winning pitcher Sam Talarico finished a fine performance of her own with a perfect seventh to give Old Forge it’s second victory of the season. Talarico scattered seven hits over seven innings without issuing a walk while striking out three. Riverside 7 OF 6 Old Forge surrendered a fourrun lead and left the tying and

winning runs on base in their final at-bat as they dropped a 7-6 decision to arch-rival Riverside on Tuesday night at Mayor David Noakes Field in Taylor. The Blue Devils took an early 2-0 lead in the top of the first, scoring two unearned runs. Lauren Carey struck out to start the game but reached first when the ball got by the Lady Vikes catcher. The sophomore centerfielder then stole second, moved to third on a groundout and scored on a Nina Pascolini groundout. Rhyan Barnic followed with a single, moved to second and third on passed balls before Kim Regan drove her home with a single for a 2-0 advantage. Old Forge added two more runs in the third as Barnic and

Regan had a hand in the scoring again. Barnic led off the inning with a single that got past the centerfielder allowing the sophomore shortstop to race to third base. Regan then delivered her second RBI single of the game to plate Barnic. Two walks to Tori Tansley and Vicki Lee loaded the bases but the Blue Devils scored one more run when Chelsea Cadwalder drove home Regan with a groundout. Riverside responded with three runs in the bottom of the third, taking advantage of four walks and two wild pitches by Regan who struggled with her control against the Lady Vikes. In the Vikes’ fourth Ashley Buffton rocketed a fastball over Carey’s head in center for a bases-clearing double. Button later scored to give the Lady Vikes a 7-4 lead. Old Forge didn’t fold, scoring two in the top of the seventh on an a bases-loaded walk issued to Vicki Lee, and an RBI grounder by Cadwalder to get within 7-6. The two plays scored Rhyan Barnic and pinch-hitter Kelly Marhelski who had walked and singled respectively to start the inning. But winning pitcher Lacee Collins fanned the final two hitters to end the game as the Blue Devils left Tansley - who had drawn a walk - and Lee at second and third. Regan allowed just two hits, but walked 10 while striking out six in four innings. Only four of the Lady Vikes’ seven runs were earned. Sam Talarico pitched the final two innings, walking two while striking out four.

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VA R S I T Y S O F T B A L L

It was a tough week for Lady Warriors and Patriots Tunkhannock 11 Pittston Area 0

Hazleton Area 5 Wyoming Area 1

Nanticoke 12 Wyoming Area 1 (5 inn.)

Ashley Inman allowed three hits and struck out nine in seven innings for the Tigers.. Grace O’Neil and Ali Slomba singled for the Patriots. Lauren Dragon took the loss striking out four. The Lady Patriots are -17 in Division 1 East

Shannon Salvaterra hurled a complete game four-hitter and helped her own cause going 3-for-4 with two RBI to lead Hazleton. Alex Holtz, 2-for-3, knocked in the Warrior run with a two-out triple in the first inning. She was the losing pitcher striking out four.

Nanticoke rolled past Wyoming Area in f ive innings in West Pittston. Kross was 2-for-2 for WA Div 1 West Standings

Tunkhannock 6-3 Berwick 4-3 Wyoming Area 4-4 Dallas 3-4

WVW 2-7 This week’s games

Monday WA at Coughlin Dallas at PA Tuesday PA at WA Thursday Tunkhannock at WA PA at Hazleton

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The local varsity softball teams had a rough week going 0-3 combined. The Lady Patriots were shutout by Tunkhannock in their only game, while the Lady Warriors scored just two runs in their losses to Hazleton and Nanticoke. One of the teams is going to win this week. They are playing each other on Tuesday at 4:15 in West Pittston

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LOCAL GOLF

Royal Cougar runners in action Three teams tied The combined Holy Rosary and Wyoming Area Catholic Royal Cougars cross country team has run two meets in the Catholic League this season, the league’s 20th season. The conference meet is May 19 at the county fields in Forty For. Week 1 results

Our Lady of Peace vs Royal Cougars vs St. Mary’s Dunmore @ Scranton Riverwalk JV Girls OLP 20 SMS 35 RC 21 SMS 34 RC 24 OLP 31 RC finishers 1. Samantha Rajza 5:46 2. Jillian Warabak 5;49 5. Courtney June 5:58 11.Rosalie Bennie 6:18 13.Adiya Golden 6:32 18.Andrea Ruby 6:45 30. Rylee Shay 7:01 31. Lindsey Chepalonis 7:04 32.Alexis Stella 7:17 42. Taylor Hembury 8:05 43. Kalley Kovaleski 8:06 44. Abby Klink 8:11 45. Elizabeth Stone 8:36 46. Abby Connors 9:25 47. Emily Makaravage 10:09 JV Boys OLP 15 SMS 40 RC 15 SMS 40 OLP 24 RC 31 RC finishers 2. James Cunningham 5:20 4. Dennis Harrison 5:30 6. Ryan Hartigan 5:31

20. Frank Scavo 6:13 25. Dominic Cirelli 6:30 26. Preston Harvey 6:32 27. Colin Hunter 6:35 28. Joshua Sepcoski 6:37 32. Christian Holmes 7:06 34. Josh Hartigan 7:43 38. Charlie Vermac 9:00 Varsity Girls OLP 19 SMS 36 SMS 18 RC 37 OLP 17 RC 38 RC finishers 7. Molly Holmes 14:12 19. Rachael Cochran 17:18 23. Isabella Romani 17:48 25 Lauren Kamor 18:23 28. Nicole Telford 19:01 Varsity Boys OLP 15 SMS 40 RC 15 SMS 40 OLP 20 RC 35 RC finishers 3. Kevin Kizis (no time) 7. Adam Chase 13:10 11. Joseph June 15:20 14. Gary Belles 18:28 15 Joshua Mesaris 18:31 Week 2

Royal Cougars vs All Saints Academy @ Flack Field, Wyoming JV Girls ASA 22 RC 33 RC finishers 3. Samantha Rajza 7:11 5. Jillian Warabak 7:20 6. Courtney June 7:25 9. Rosalie Bennie 7:54

10. Adiya Golden 8:10 14. Andrea Ruby 8:44 16. Kalley Kovaleski 9:00 17. Rylee Shay 9:28 18. Taylor Hembury 9:28 19. Lindsay Chepalonis 9:54 20. Alexis Stella 9:57 21. Abby Klink 10:57 22. Elizabeth Stone 11:51 23. Abby Connors 12:23 JV Boys RC finishers ASA 23 RC 32 3. James Cunningham 6:36 4. Dennis Harrison 6:41 6. Ryan Hartigan 6:54 9. Dominic Cirelli 7:56 12. Frank Scavo 8:15 13. Colin Hunter 8:17 14. Joshua Sepcoski 8:20 15. Preston Harvey 8:23 21. Josh Hartigan 8:59 22. Christian Holmes 9:49 Varsity Girls RC finishers ASA 15 RC 40 8. Molly Holmes 13:50 12. Rachel Cochran 16:35 13. Lauren Kamor 16:59 14. Isabella Romani 17:44 16. Nicole Telford 18:13 Varsity Boys RC finishers ASA 16 RC 39 5. Kevin Kizis 11:32 7. Adam Chase 12:59 8. Thomas Day 13:03 12. Joseph June 15:07 13. Joshua Mesaris 17:16 14. Gary Belles 17:17

for lead at Emanon After the third week of play in the Emanon Golf League there are three teams tied for the lead. The results of week three had Red Mill claiming a top spot with a 3 - 0 win over Adonizio’s with Mike Laznevnick having the low round of 35. While Adonizio was led by Jack Linskey’s 40. Hoffman also had a 3 - 0 win over Selenski’s with Jamie Bresahen leading the way with a 38. O’Connor Plumbing knocked

Emanon slates scholarship tourney Emanon Country Club is hosting the Emanon Scholarship Tournament on May 11, with a 12:30 shotgun start. It’s a Captain and Crew format event and includes two hours of cocktails and hors d’oeuvres after play. The cost of tournament is $75 for golfers and $50 for non-golfers

to join in the cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. Hole sponsors are $50. All proceeds of tournament will benefit local high school golfers with expenses of playing on a college golf team. Anyone wishing to play or sponsor can contact Emanon Country Club at 570-388-6112 or 570-388-4013.

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on all par 3 holes. An Italian buffet will follow the tournament. For more information and a registration form, log onto www.jenkinstwplittleleague.com..

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Duryea Wild Cats

LOCAL BOWLING

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Steelers overall champs in VFW League The Steelers copped the championship of the Pittston Township VFW bowling league for the 2011-12 season. Leading the way in the roll off were Larry O’Brien, 203-594 and Ed Wasko, 212, 538. The losing team had Wally Moore, 278-676 and John Blattner, 209 – 604 as leaders.

The banquet is at Arturo’s on May 9 at 6:30 p.m. Lady Birds

Standings Seagulls 34-26, Tweety Birds 34-26, Blue Jays 30-30, Flamingos 30-30, Robins 29-31, Parakeets 23-37 Leaders

Mary Kay Stetina 546, Judy Krifka 509, Lee Lawernce 495, Therese Wrubel 485, , Cini Digennari 478, Jill Kody 465, Deanna Yonki 452, Barb Lumley 446, sandi toole 438, Norma Koscinski 428.

Ashley’s from the top with a 2.5 .5 victory who was led by Tom Kerrigans 35 despite John Mulhern matching that with a 35 himself. Powers claimed a share of the top spot with a 2 - 1 win over Bryan Construction with Tony Pisano and Jack Vasil carding 41s and Bryan was led by Gary Rosencrans 42. The league will resume next Thursday, May 3 with regular tee time.

The Duryea Wild Cats will meet at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, May 8 at the field. Anyone interested in coaching or volunteering can do so at this time. Also sign-ups are being held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on April 25 and May 9 at the field. JT LL golf tourney

The Jenkins Twp Little League Annual Golf Tournament is Saturday, May 12. Registration fee is $75 per person ($300 per team) and includes green fee, cart fee, unlimited free driving range, hot dog and refreshments at the turn and a hole in one prize

Big Blue Devil Golf Classic

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 is $125 per golfer or $500 per foursome and includes cart and green fees, tournament dinner, cash prizes to flight winners and runners-up, scats, prizes and tournament golf shirt. To register, e-mail BigBlueDevilClassic@gmail.com or call 650-9356. Scholarship sponsorships are available for $250, hole sponsorships at $100 and $50 paSee SPORTS BRIEFS, Page 51

Jean Butler

April 26, 2012

Team Warrior from left, Olivia Kopetchny, Julia Kopetchny, Megan Dillon, Aleah Kranson, Kristi Skok, Sarah Holweg, Gwen Glatz, Annie Karcutskie and Addison Orzel.

GWA hoops teams win titles Two teams representing Greater Wyoming Area (GWA) Girls Youth Basketball won gold medals by winning championships in their respective divisions in the Wilkes-Barre CYC Youth Basketball League. Team SWISH, which is made up of third and fourth graders, ended there league season with a record of 11-2. In addition to the league championship, they took home first place and went undefeated in tournaments held at Wyoming Area Catholic, the Wilkes-Barre CYC and Wyoming Valley West. The GWA Warriors had a league record of 12-1, won the championship in the Wyoming Area Catholic tournament and placed second in tournaments hosted by Lake Lehman Youth Basketball and the CYC. For this group of fifth and sixth grade girls, the CYC league championship capped off a run of three titles over the last four years and an overall record of 44-4 during that same span. In addition to the accomplish-

Team SWISH from left, Sidney Maguire, Nicole Silinskie, Erika Holweg, Emma Granahan, Brianna Pizzano, Cassidy Orzel and Ellie Glatz.

ments listed above, the two teams also played in an exhibition game prior to the Harlem

Globetrotter’s show at the Mohegan Sun Arena in WilkesBarre Township.

Jean Butler, of Pittston Township and formerly of Goose Island, Wilkes-Barre, passed away Thursday, April 26, 2012, in Wesley Village, Jenkins Township. Born March 30, 1921, in Hanover Township, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Josephine Dzwieleski Sincavage. She attended Hanover schools. She was a member of St. Robert Bellamine Parish, Wilkes-Barre. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Butler, in 2003; brother Walter Sincavage; sisters, Helen Landmesser, Adeline Bahr and Eleanor O’Boyle. She is survived by daughters,

Rose Bowanko, Thornhurst; Louise Sila, Pittston Township, with whom she resided; sons, John Butler, Duryea; Joseph Butler, St. Johns, Pa.; 11 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Funeral will be held Monday, April 30, at 9:30 a.m. from Mamary-Durkin Funeral Services, 59 Parrish St., WilkesBarre, with Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Aloysius Church, Wilkes-Barre. Interment will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Hanover Township. Friends may call Monday from 8:30 a.m. to time of funeral.

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OBITUARIES

Blue Devils win MV 6th-grade tourney The Blue Devils sixth-grade boys travel league team took first-place honors at the annual Mid Valley League Basketball Tournament. From left, kneel-

ing, are Kevin Walsh, Joey Verespey, Lorenzo Febbo and Patrick Donovan. Standing, Brandon Nee, Mason Boettger, Brendan Mozeleski and DJ Megotz.

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Walseki Camps

Registrations are being accepted for the July 9 through 27 Stan Waleski Basketball Camp at the St. Joseph’s Oblates gym in Laflin for boys and girls in grade K through 8. Players will get a camp shirt and certificate. The camp also has an early registration discount for players registering prior to May 1.

Interested players can call Coach Waleski at 457 - 1206 or Coach LoBrutto at 654 - 8030. Players can also e mail stanwaleski @yahoo.com or visit the camp web site at stanwaleski.com Hughestown Softball League

Opening Day is Saturday, May 5, with line up at 11:30 a.m. at the

church parking lot at the corner of Rock and Center. The parade will start at noon, with games to start after ceremony. Girls are asked to return lotto tickets they have sold. Final returns will be Thursday, May 17 at the stand at 6:30 p.m. There are openings on a couple of teams. Girls ages 6 to 14 from the surrounding areas in-

cluding Taylor, Moosic and Old Forge can sign-up Mondays to Thursdays from 6:30 p.m to 7:30 at the stand. Sponsors are needed for a couple of teams. Any businesses interested or with questions call Joanne at 313-0321 or 457-3475. PAGE 51

tron sponsorships are also available. To donate to the Richard P. Notari Sr. Scholarship Fund can mail donations to Rick Notari, 13 Lincoln St., Old Forge, PA 18518. Checks can be made payable to the Richard P. Notari Sr. Scholarship Fund.

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OBITUARIES

Dolores M. (Jayma) LaBrutte, a resident of: St. Mary’s Villa Nursing Home, Elmhurst Township, Pa., died Friday, April 27, 2012, in St. Mary’s Villa Nursing Home. She was born January 22, 1928, in Wilkes-Barre Township, daughter of the late Demetrius Jayma and Marion (Price) Jayma. She graduated from WilkesBarre Township High School, class of 1945. She was a member of St. Rocco’s Christian Mothers Society and its church choir and was a CCD instructor. She was preceded in death by her husband Samuel C. LaBrutte; brother William Jayma; grandsons, Nathan Dominick and Jacob Blockus; sons-in-law,

Dolores M. (Jayma) LaBrutte

Adam E. Sudo

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April 26, 2012

Bernard Blockus and Steven Williams. Surviving are son Nicholas and wife, OkNan, LaBrutte, Madison, Ala.; daughters, Marion and husband, James, Chiampi, Exeter; Carmella Blockus, Kingston; Dolores and husband, Raymond, Calabrese, Exeter; Mary Lou and husband, David, Gill, Luzerne; Margaret and Beeper McGee, Jefferson Township; Maria and husband, Jody, Hummel, Sweet Valley; brother Marvin Jayma, Nanticoke; sister-inlaw Louise Kubek. Also surviving are 15 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and several

nieces and nephews. Funeral services are entrusted to Graziano Funeral Home Inc., Pittston Township. A private viewing will be held at the convenience of the family. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, April 30, 2012 from St. Rocco’s R.C. Church, Pittston, at 10:30 a.m. Interment services will follow at St. Rocco’s R.C. Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contribution can be made in Dolores’ name to St. Mary’s Villa Activities Fund (Please Emphasize Activities fund), 516 St. Mary’s Villa Road, Elmhurst Township, PA 18444. For online condolences and/or directions, please visit GrazianoFuneralHome.com.

Thomas A. Piccirilli April 26, 2012 Thomas A. Piccirilli, 85, of Exeter, passed away Thursday, April 26, 2012 at WilkesBarre General Hospital. Born in Wilkes-Barre, on Jan. 15, 1927, he was the son of the late Joseph and Carmella (Millie) Clapps Piccirilli. He was a member of St. Barbara’s Parish/St. Anthony’s of Padua Church, Exeter, and a veteran of the U.S. Navy. He was formerly employed as a set-up mechanic for Atlas

Chain Co. Tom was an avid hunter and fisherman who enjoyed fishing up until the end of his life. He also loved vegetable gardening. Surviving are his wife of 55 years, the former Rosemary Hall; sons, Dr. Thomas Piccirilli and his wife, Jeanne, of Wyoming; Dr. Joseph Piccirilli and his wife, Dr. Alyson E. Henry, of Chicago; daughter Donna Marie Piccirilli of

Exeter; brother, Joseph J. of Exeter; granddaughter Claire Louise; nieces and nephews and his best friend Rufuss. ∝A Mass of Christian Burial will be held today, April 29, 2012, at noon in St. Anthony’s Church with Father Philip Massetti officiating. Interment will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery, Carverton. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the Anthony Recupero Funeral Home, West Pittston.

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April 25, 2012 Mrs. Alice A. Romanoski, 83, of Duryea, passed away Wednesday at her home. Born in Duryea, she was the daughter of the late Casimir and Krystina Parzych Kojtek. She was a graduate of Duryea High School. Prior to her retirement, she was employed by the former Topps Chewing Gum Co., Duryea, for 25 years. She was a member of Nativity of Our Lord Parish, Duryea. She was preceded in death by brothers, Joseph, Alfred and

John, and sister Stella Moskaitis. She and her husband, Edward P. Romanoski, celebrated their 62nd wedding anniversary this past April 22. Surviving, in addition to her husband, are son Edward J. Romanoski and his wife, Patricia, of Deer Field Beach, Fla.; daughter Alice Towle and her husband, Tom, of Sinking Spring, Pa.; daughter Beverly Owens and her fiance, Jerry Kane, of Greensboro, Pa.; five grandchildren, Elizabeth, Jef-

frey, Tommy, Catherine and Alice Mary; five great-grandchildren, Evan, Emma, Eden, Emily and Landon; sister Edna Wasilewski of Elmhurst; sister Jane Regan of Duryea; nieces and nephews. Funeral was held Saturday from the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main St., Duryea, with Mass of Christian Burial in Holy Rosary Church, Duryea, with the Rev. Andrew Sinnott officiating. Interment was in St. John’s Cemetery, Duryea.

Adam E. Sudo, Nanticoke, passed away Thursday surrounded by his loving family. Born in Hanover Township, he was the son of the late Joseph and Sophie Rozanski Sudo. Mr. Sudo retired from the Nanticoke Special Care Hospital. During his lifetime, he was production manager at Standard Coach for 31 years, worked for Glen Alden Coal Company, and as a young man, was a caddy and groundskeeper at Wyoming Valley Country Club. He was a member of St. Faustina Parish. He attended Hanover Area schools and the Combustion Engineering School, Scranton. He loved watching golf, woodworking, shopping and gardening with his wife, and loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers and sisters, Genevieve Budjnoski, Stanley, Peter, George and Anthony Sudo, and Katherine Sudo. Surviving are: his wife of 61 years, the former Tessie Kensicki; daughters, Virginia Lin-

skey, and her husband Robert, Jenkins Township; Virgil Angela Kahl, Reading; sisters, Mary Siwiec, Clifton, N.J.; Josephine Shemanski, Coplay; brother, Anthony Sudo, Hanover Township; grandchildren, Melissa, Jessica, Erica and Alexander; numerous nieces and nephews. The family would like to especially thank Dr. Brady, Dr. Maloney, Dr. Chittalia, Dr. Rittenberg, Dr. Potorski and their staffs, as well as Geisinger Wyoming Valley and South Wilkes-Barre. Funeral will be held Monday, April 30, 2012, at 10:30 a.m. from Kearney Funeral Home Inc., 173 E. Green St., Nanticoke, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. in St. Faustina Parish. Friends may call Sunday, April 29, 2012, from 4 to 6 p.m. and Monday from 9:30 a.m. until time of service. Interment will be in Holy Trinity Cemetery, Sheatown. The family requests no flowers.

Timothy Scott Pierce Jr. April 26, 2012 Timothy Scott Pierce Jr., 26, of West Wyoming passed away Thursday morning, April 26, 2012. Born in Kingston, on February 4, 1986, he was the son of Timothy Scott Pierce Sr. of Falls and Sandra Herron Shulskie of Dallas. He attended West Side Technical School and was employed as a welder for Master Helco. He enjoyed playing pool and bowling. He is survived by his mother, Sandra Shulskie and stepfather, John, Dallas; father, Timothy Scott Pierce Sr. and stepmother, Rebecca, Falls; maternal grandparents, James and Joanne Herron, Plains Township; paternal grandparents, Linda Pierce, Harding and Earl Pierce Jr., North Carolina; three

children, Nikklas; Jeffrey Robert and Payton. Also surviving are sisters, Kaila Robinson, Edwardsville and Autum Pierce, Falls; brother, Alex Pierce, Falls; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Friends may call Monday, April 30, 2012 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Peter J. Adonizio Funeral Home, 251 William Street, Pittston. Interment will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations are made to the funeral home to assist with the funeral expenses. Online condolences may be made at www.peterjadoniziofuneralhome.com.

Carmen P. Barletta

April 22, 2012 John P. (Jack) Krulick, 80, of Hanover Township, passed away peacefully after a long and courageous battle with cancer on Sunday, April 22, 2012. Born on April 10, 1932, in Exeter, he was a son of the late John and Elizabeth Shoemaker Krulick and was a graduate of Exeter High School. He was a U.S. Army veteran, having served in Japan during the Korean Conflict. He was a member of All Saints Parish in Plymouth, and also was a member of the choir of his previous parishes throughout the area for many years. Prior to his retirement, he was employed by UFCW Federal Credit Union in Wyoming. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Marie Gaydosik Krulick; brothers, Joseph, Emery and Paul Krulick; sisters Mary Rowlands, Agatha Huntz Sherman, Elizabeth Ferrara, Justina DeSteffano and Anne Lasky. Surviving are his wife, the former

Carol Kluchinski Krulick; stepson, Stephen Wazenski, New York; sister Katherine Olejnik, Swoyersville; several nieces, nephews, and cousins; and his companion, “Goldie.” ∝The funeral was be held on April 25 from the Bednarski Funeral Home, 168 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming, with a Mass of Christian Burial in All Saints Parish, 66 Willow St., Plymouth, with the Rev. Joseph J. Adonizio officiating. Interment was held in St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Schooley St., Exeter. Military honors were conducted by the AM VETS Honor Guard Post 189 of the Greater Pittston Area. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Community Care, a division of Celtic Healthcare, Inpatient Unit of the Geisinger South WilkesBarre Hospital, 25 Church St., WilkesBarre, PA 18765.

Rita M. McDermott April 28, 2012 Helen, Moosic; 10 grandchildren, Michael, Brian, Michelle, Amy, Nicole, Janelle, Kelly and Kristen McDermott and Frank and Jennifer Genell; nine great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by three sons, Kevin, Daniel, and Martin; one sister, Peggy Black and two daughters-in-law; Eileen McDermott and Adella McDermott. The funeral will be Monday, April 30, 2012, at 9:15 a.m. from the Leon S. Gorgol Funeral Home, 1131 Pittston Ave., South Scranton, under the direction of Deserae Gondella Malone, Funeral Director, with Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in Sacred Heart of Jesus and Mary Church, Prospect Avenue, South Scranton, to be celebrated by the Rev. Scott P. Sterowski, Pastor of St. Paul of the Cross Parish. Interment, Sacred Hearts Cemetery, Davis Street, Scranton. Friends may call Sunday, April 29, 20121, from 3 to 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Heartland Hospice Services, 38 Main Street, Pittston, PA 18640 and/or to Hospice Community Care, 100 William St., Dunmore, PA 18510.

Carmen P. Barletta, 86, of Donald Ave., Middletown, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, April 24, 2012, in the Hershey Medical Center. He was born on March 5, 1926, in Exeter, son of the late Felice and Anna Mazzarella Barletta. He was the widower of Theresa D. Barletta, who passed away in 1992. Carmen was a retired supervisor from Ships Parts Control Center, Mechanicsburg. He was a member of Seven Sorrows of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, Middletown; Knights of Columbus, Harrisburg; American Legion Post 0320, Philadelphia; Highspire VFW, and the Girard College Alumni Association, Philadelphia. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II serv-

ing on the USS Tide, which was sunk by a mine on June 7, 1944. He is a recipient of the Purple Heart. Carmen enjoyed singing karaoke, attending his class reunions and USS Tide shipmate reunions. He also enjoyed having dinner with the “Survivor Club,” which was composed of several of his friends that have lost a spouse. He is survived by his two sons, Philip T. and wife Susan Barletta, of Penbrook; Benjamin F. and wife Lisa Braccini-Barletta, of Hummelstown; sisters Margaret Uporsky of Exeter, Anna Marie She-

dlock of West Pittston; granddaughter, Julie Barletta of Abingdon, Md. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Grace Barletta and Mary Grace Lizzi. ∝A Mass of Christian Burial was on Saturday, April 28, 2012, in Seven Sorrows Church at 280 N. Race St., Middletown, with the Rev. Louis P. Ogden as celebrant. Burial with Military Honors. Interment was in the Middletown Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be sent to Seven Sorrows Building Fund, 280 N. Race St., Middletown, PA 17057. Arrangements are being handled by the Matinchek & Daughter Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc., Middletown. Condolences may be sent to www.matinchekanddaughterfuneralhome.com.

Daniel E. “Buzzy” Bozinko April 20, 2012 Daniel E. “Buzzy” Bozinko, 84, a resident of West Wyoming, passed away unexpectedly on Friday afternoon, April 20, 2012, at his residence. His beloved wife is Dorothy (Veytovich) Bozinko. Together, Daniel and Dorothy shared 61years of marriage. Born on June 29, 1927 in West Wyoming, Daniel was the son of the late Daniel Edward and Katherine (Lesniak) Bozinko. Buzzy was raised in West Wyoming and was a graduate of the former West Wyoming High School. A United States Navy Veteran, he honorably served his country during World War II. Prior to his retirement, he was employed by Graham’s Office Supply, WilkesBarre. Prior to that, he was employed for 30 years as a

foreman for Nelson Manufacturing, West Wyoming. Daniel was a member of Holy Name/Saint Mary’s Parish Community, Swoyersville, where he once held membership in the parish’s former Holy Name Society. Additionally, he was a faithful 3rd Degree Member of the Knights of Columbus, Assumpta Council 3987, of Luzerne. An avid musician, Buzzy was member of the American Federation of Musicians. In addition to his parents, Daniel and Katherine Bozinko, he was preceded in death by a brother. In addition to his wife, Dorothy, he is survived by his children, Carol LoConte and her husband, Tom, of Sherrill, New York; Gary Bozinko and his wife, Gerarda, of Avondale; Denise Plis and her husband, Frank, of West Wyoming; his grandchil-

dren, Kiersten Klem, Shawna Vitale, John Bozinko and Lauren Plis; his brother, David Bozinko, of WilkesBarre. ∝A Mass of Christian Burial and interment will be held privately and at the convenience of the family. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Wroblewski Funeral Home Inc., 1442 Wyoming Avenue, Forty Fort. For additional information or to send the Bozinko family an online message of condolence, you may visit the funeral home website www.wroblewskifuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Daniel’s memory to the American Heart Association, 613 Baltimore Drive, Suite 3, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702.

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Rita M. McDermott, 83, a South Scranton resident, died Thursday at Hospice Community Care. She was preceded in death by her husband Robert McDermott, who died in 2000. Born in Avoca, daughter of the late John and Marie Hopkins Black, she was a graduate of St. John the Evangelist High School, Pittston. She was a member of St. Paul of the Cross Parish, South Scranton. Rita was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. She truly lived for her family and appreciated her Sunday gatherings with them. She was an avid Notre Dame Fan, who spent her Saturdays watching her Fighting Irish. Her family would like to thank Dr. Salvatore Scialia, Dr. James Stefanelli, Dr. Michael Jalowiec, Heartland Hospice, and her two favorite nurses, Tracy and Chris, for all their care and compassion. They would also like to thank the staff at Hospice Community Care, Dunmore, for their care of Rita and for the support for her family. Surviving are four sons, Robert and wife, Katie, Scranton; Michael, Scranton; Jerome and wife, Cathy, Duryea; Timothy and wife, Shelly, Scranton; daughter Mariann Genell and husband Frank, Moosic; sister Mary Mullin, Ohio; brother James Black and wife,

April 24, 2012

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Yolanda Tancredi

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April 24, 2012 Yolanda Tancredi, 98, of Exeter, passed away Tuesday afternoon, April 24, 2012, in United Methodist Homes, Wesley Village Campus, Jenkins Township, where she had been a resident for the past 2 1/2 years. Born in the Old Boston section of Jenkins Township, she was a daughter of the late Giuseppe and Raefulucia (DeStefano) Nardone. She attended Jenkins Township schools and was employed in the area garment factories. Yolanda was a member of St. Joseph Marello Parish, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, Pittston, and its Altar and Rosary Society for many years. Also she was a member of the Parsons Woman Club.

“Ci Ci Ya Ya,” as she was affectionately known, was a resident of Exeter for the past 60 years. She was well known for her crocheting and sewing abilities and her baking recipes, especially her lemon meringue pies and biscotti cookies. The family would like to thank the staff of Wesley Village, South Unit, for their excellent care of Yolanda for the past 2 ½ years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Patsy Tancredi, in 1988; sister Victoria Nardone; brothers Alexander “Sandy,” Joseph and Frank Nardone. Surviving are her brothers,

April 25, 2012 Victor Nardone and his wife, Norma, Plains Township; Samuel “Mike” Nardone, Old Boston; sisters Ann Presciutti and her husband, Naz, Parsons section of Wilkes-Barre, and Margaret Aquilina and her husband, Tony, Dupont; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and greatnephews. Funeral was held Friday, April 27, 2012, from the Corcoran Funeral Home Inc., 20 S. Main St., Plains Township, with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Joseph Marello Parish, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, Pittston. Interment was held in Denison Cemetery, Swoyersville. Online condolences may be made at www.corcoranfuneralhome.com.

Stella A. Reno April 22, 2012 Stella A. Reno, formerly of Grove Street, Wilkes-Barre, was sent to the Lord Sunday, April 22, 2012, surrounded by her loving family. Born September 15, 1925, in Plymouth, daughter of the late Kostick and Anna Bogdon Kozmiski, Stella was a graduate of Plymouth High School, class of 1943. She formerly worked for Empire Dress Company, WilkesBarre, for over 25 years. Stella enjoyed her family, traveling, crocheting, and was a proud supporter of breast cancer research. She was a member of St. Nicholas Church, WilkesBarre, and its Senior Citizens Organization.

She is survived by children, Rosanne and her husband, William Hartwigsen, Bear Creek; Nicholas and his wife, Diane Reno, Pittsburgh; Andrew and his wife, Beth Ann Reno, WilkesBarre; Dianne and her husband, George Stilp, Luzerne; John Reno and his companion, Lorie Elias, Wyoming; grandchildren, Amy Graham, Becky Hartwigsen, Nicholas and Brian Reno, Angela Reno, Victoria Reno and Brianna Stilp; great-grandsons, Brendan Graham and Nicholas Reno 4th; sister, Anna Krashefski, Buffalo N.Y.; sister–in– law,

Roberta J. Petrucci

Evelyn Kozmiski, WilkesBarre; several nieces and nephews. Stella is preceded in death by husband, Nicholas Reno; and brother, Stanley Kosmiski. Funeral was April 25 from Mamary-Durkin Funeral Service, 59 Parrish St., WilkesBarre, with Mass of Christian Burial in St. Nicholas Church, Washington St., Wilkes-Barre. Interment was held in Maple Hill Cemetery, Hanover Township. Those who desire may give memorial contributions to Hospice of the Sacred Heart, 600 Baltimore Drive, Wilkes-Barre, or to the Alzheimer’s Association, GPA, 57 N. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre.

Charles J. Iacona

Roberta J. Petrucci, 55, of Exeter, passed away on Wednesday, April 25, 2012, at the WilkesBarre General Hospital. Born in Jenkins Township, she was a daughter of the late Martin and Antoinette Prekoskie Genanie. Roberta (Bobbie) was a graduate of Wyoming Area High School and received a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting from King’s College, WilkesBarre. She was a member of St. Barbara’s Parish (St. Anthony of Padua Church), Exeter, and was employed by the Wyoming Area School District as a secretary in the principals’ office. Surviving are her husband of 33 years, John Petrucci Jr., Exeter; children, Jamie Lee and her husband, Eric Panusky, Wyom-

ing, and John Petrucci III, at home. Also surviving are sisters, Patricia and her husband, Ed Krubitzer, Nashville, Tenn., and Martina Genanie, West Wyoming; numerous nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial was April 28, 2012, in St. Anthony of Padua Church of St. Barbara Parish, 28 Memorial Ave., Exeter. Arrangements were by the Gubbiotti Funeral Home, 1030 Wyoming Ave., Exeter. The family requests no floral arrangements, and memorial donations be made to the American Cancer Society. To send the family expressions of sympathy or an online condolence please visit www.gubbiottifh.com.

Irene H. Murray April 24, 2012 Irene H. Murray, 86, of Wyoming, Franklin Township, passed away Tuesday, April 24, 2012, in Hospice Community Care, Wilkes-Barre. Born in Pittston on April 14, 1926, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Victoria Pointek Hilstolsky. She was a member of St. Frances Cabrini Church, Carverton. Irene owned and operated a dairy farm in the area for many years and was also formerly employed as a seamstress in the area dress factories. Preceding her in death was her husband, William, in 2001; brothers Stanley, Frank and John; sisters Jennie Martin and Helen Yagloski.

Surviving are son, Martin, and his wife, Kathy, of Carverton; daughter, Irene Wentzel, and her husband, Kenny, of Harveys Lake; brother Edward, of Carverton; sister Celia Lawrence of Florida; grandchildren, Martin and his fiancée, Christina; William Wentzel; Shelly and Ed Brown. A Mass of Christian Burial was on Friday, April 27 at St. Frances Cabrini Church. Interment was in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Carverton. Arrangements are by Anthony Recupero Funeral Home, 406 Susquehanna Ave., West Pittston.

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April 20, 2012 Charles J. Iacona, 89, of Pittston, passed away Friday, April 20, 2012 in Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Plains Township. Born in Pittston on August 12, 1922,hewasthesonofthelateSamuel and Jennie Nacota Iacona. He was a graduate of Pittston High School and served in the U.S. Marine Corps during World

War II. He had worked in the insurance industry as an agent for several years. He was preceded in death by his daughter Tamara Iacona English, in 1995; brother, Ky, and sister Anna. Surviving are his wife, Mary Christine Knick Iacona; son, Charles Jr. (Butchy); daughters

Jean Marie, Diane and Debbie; stepsons, Leonard, Chester and Gary Tokash; sister Grace Biondillo, Buffalo, NY; numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held at the convenience of the family and were entrusted to the Peter J. Adonizio Funeral Home, 251William Street, Pittston.

FUNERAL SERVICES INC. 255 MCALPINE STREET, DURYEA, PA 18641 (570) 457-4387 DANIEL HUGHES, SUPERVISOR MARK KIESINGER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR

April 24, 2012 James Brian Hoover, 69, of Hughestown, passed away Tuesday, April 24, 2012, in the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, surrounded by his family. Born in Hughestown on October 1, 1942, he was a son of the late William T. and Cecelia Curry Hoover. He was a graduate of Hughestown High School, and served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean Conflict. James was employed by the Pittston Area School District as a custodian at the Pittston Primary Center. He was an active member of Our Lady of the Eucharist Church, Pittston. He was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather, and will be greatly missed.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers Kevin and Leonard Hoover, and sister Patricia Reilly. Surviving are his wife, Priscilla Leppert Hoover; three daughters, Maria Peters and her husband, Mike, Freeland; Briana Hoover and her fiancé, John Hannon, Hunlock Creek; and Linda Roche and her husband, Jason, Hughestown; five grandchildren, T.J. and Trevor Holtz, Mariah Fabbri, Kenny Smoke and Meghan Peters. Also surviving are brother William Hoover and his wife, Barbara, Wyoming; three sisters, Connie Lunsford and her husband, Richard, Falls Church, Va.; Cece-

Jean M. (Hall) Stoss April 24, 2012

lia Ponce and her husband, Reyes, Alexandria, Va.; Mary Catherine Piatt and her husband, Lonnie, Sweet Valley; numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services were Saturday, April 28, 2012, from the Peter J. Adonizio Funeral Home, 251 William St., Pittston, with a Mass of Christian Burial in Our Lady of the Eucharist Parish, Pittston. Interment was in Mountain View Burial Park, Harding. Memorial donations may be made to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, 34th St., Civic Center Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19104-4399 or to Our Lady of the Eucharist Parish, 535 N. Main St., Pittston, PA 186402244. Online condolences may be made at www.peterjadoniziofuneralhome.com.

Jean M. (Hall) Stoss, 51, of Exeter, passed away Tuesday morning, April 24, 2012, in Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Plains Township. Born in Scranton she was the daughter of the late Martin and Mary McDermott Hall. She was educated in the Pittston Area schools. Preceding her in death were her husband, Michael Stoss; sister Ann Marie Hall and brother William Hall. Surviving are her children, Michelle Stoss, Exeter; Nicole Stoss, Exeter; granddaughter, Carly Hope Stoss; sisters Peggy Morgan, West Pittston; Ma-

ry Hall, Pittston; brother Martin Hall and his wife, Carol, Scranton; nephew and nieces. A Blessing Service was held Friday at 10 a.m. in the Metcalfe and Shaver Funeral Home Inc., 504 Wyoming Avenue, Wyoming. Interment will be in the St. Mary’s Cemetery, Avoca. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in memory of Jean Stoss to the Metcalfe and Shaver Funeral Home Inc., 504 Wyoming Avenue, Wyoming, PA 18644.

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Louis John Zawacki April 23, 2012

April 21, 2012 Jeannette C. DePasquale, of Pittston, passed away Saturday, April 21, 2012, in Wesley Village, Jenkins Township. Born in Pittston, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Concetta Ventre DeFalco. She was a graduate of Pittston High School as Valedictorian of her class and was awarded a scholarship at College Misericordia. She also attended Marywood College. She held a position with Eastman Kodak in Rochester, N.Y., but had to return to Wyoming

Valley to care for her sister and brother. She was a member of St. Joseph Marello Parish at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, Pittston. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Michael DePasquale, brother, Frank DeFalco, and sister, Bridgetta DeFalco. Surviving are a cousin, Theresa, Rochester, N.Y.; neighbor and friend Linda Stahl. The family would like to thank the staff at Wesley Vil-

lage, Jenkins Township, for the excellent care they provided to Jeannette. A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Thursday, April 26, 2012 in St. Joseph Marello Parish at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, Pittston. Interment will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery. Arrangements were by the Peter J. Adonizio Funeral Home, 251 William Street, Pittston. Online condolences may be made at www.peterjadoniziofuneralhome.com.

Ann Marie Gubitose April 18, 2012 years. She loved country western dancing and traveling. Daughter of the late Anthony and Anna Walatkas, she is survived by her husband of 50 years, Frank J. Gubitose; two daughters and sons-in-law, Donna and Dean Stout and Susan and John Piergallini; a brother and sisterin-law, Robert and Evelyn Walatkas and four grandchildren, Dean Jr. and Daniel Stout and

Amanda and John Piergallini. Funeral services were April 24 at the Saul Colonial Home, 3795 Nottingham Way, Hamilton Square, N.J., followed by Mass of Christian Burial at St. Raphael-Holy Angels Parish, 3500 South Broad Street, Hamilton. Entombment followed at Greenwood Cemetery Mausoleum, Hamilton. Visit www.saulfuneralhomes.com.

with whom he resided; nephew and godson, John Paul Zabiegalski, Pittston; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and greatnephews also survive. Funeral Services were held on April 26 from the George A. Strish Inc. Funeral Home, 211 West Main St., Glen Lyon, with Mass of Christian Burial from Holy Spirit Parish/St. Adalbert’s Church, Market Street, Glen Lyon, Interment was in St. Adalbert’s Cemetery, Glen Lyon.

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Ann Marie Gubitose, 70, of Yardville, N.J., passed away April 18, 2012, at home surrounded by her loving family. Born in Pittston, on July 24, 1941, Mrs. Gubitose was a resident of Yardville, N.J., for the past 47 years. She worked for Capital Health System at Fuld for 44 years as a switchboard operator and was a member of St. Raphael RC Church for over 40

Louis John Zawacki, 98, of West Broad St., Nanticoke, died on Monday April 23, 2012, at the Guardian Elder Care Center, Sheatown. Louis was born in Glen Lyon, on August 25, 1913 the son of the late John and Mary (Urbanski) Zawacki. He attended the Newport Township schools and was employed by the Retreat State Hospital, Hunlock Creek, as a Nurse’s Aide for many years. He was proud to serve his country as a Veteran of World War II , serving as a Technical Sergeant with the U.S. Army from 1941-45. He was awarded the American Defense Service Medal, the European African Middle Eastern Campaign Medal, Good Conduct Medal and the American Campaign Victory Medal. Louis was a member of Holy Spirit Parish, Glen Lyon. He was a member of the American Legion Post 350, Nanticoke, and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8353, Glen Lyon. Louis enjoyed gardening and was an avid reader. Preceding him in death were brothers, Leonard, Edward and Stanley Zawacki; sisters Verna Kanjorski and Alfreda Suskie. Surviving are a sister, Heliadore Zabiegalski, Nanticoke,

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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

Captain T.J. Hromisin

Critically wounded in the Iraq conﬂict

Army Specialist Dale Kridlo

PA State Trooper Joshua Miller

Police Ofﬁcer Rodney F. Pocceschi

Memorial blocks or bricks are available with inscription of your choice: 12” x 12” block

Up to 6 lines of lettering, 12 letters per line including spaces 1¼ inch letters

4” x 8” brick

Up to 3 lines of lettering, 12 letters per line including spaces ¾ inch letters

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We thank the following donors for their monetar y and in-kind donations: Anonymous Donor • Coon Industries, Inc. • Coopers Seafood on the Waterfront Dupont Monument Shop • Jennifer Robinson of SEVEN Design • The Times Leader The Sunday Dispatch • Joseph Makarewicz of Everest Business Services LLC Mark Kowalczyk of Marks’ Landscaping • Northeast Sign Service The Banana Hammocks Band • Albert J. Kridlo • Alberta Kridlo • Ann Marie Morgan & Son Anthony J Ciliberto, Jr. • Antonino Farinella • Atlas Realty, Inc. Barbara Coyne • Blue Ribbon Farm Dairy, Inc. • Capozucca Brothers • Carmen Sciandra Cathee Evans Catherine and Sandy Gubbiotti • Christian & Kerry Girman • Dale Kridlo’s Daughters Damian Kridlo • Deborah & Bernard Rachilla • Dupont Developers, Inc. • Elaine Faleski Eric and Ann McCabe • Giambra Family • Girard J. Mecadon, Esq. Greater Pittston Chamber Women’s Network • Helen C. Adonizio Highway Federal Credit Union • Hon. Fred Pierantoni James McHale & the George A. Pugliese Memorial Committee • Jay & Dorothy Delaney Jay & Katie Duffy • Jeanne Rowker • Jenkins Twp. American Legioin Post 938 John & Margaret Brozzoski • John P. Robbie • Joseph & Ann DeLucca Joseph & Rosemary Dessoye • Joseph D. Angelella • Joyce Flynn • Kenneth J. Musto Lynn Cingolani • M&T Bank • Marie Forlenza • Marie Limongelli Mericle commercial Real Estate Services • Monsignor John Bendik • Moose Lodge 1207 Mr. & Mrs. Jerry Hromisin • Mr. & Mrs. John J. Chisdock • Mr. & Mrs. Ray Calabrese Nick & Ann Marie of Piccini Surveying • Our Lady of the Eucharist • ParenteBeard, LLC Peter J. Adonizio Funeral Home • Peter M. Butera • Pittston Lithuanian Club Przybytek-Kundlas VFW Post 4909, Dupont • Renee Marsola • Renee Valenti Robert Cingolani • Robert Volvonas • Sabatelles Market • Sam DeAlba Saporito, Saporito & Falcone • The Law Firm of Skibitsky and Molino • The Terrana Family Tom & Kim Wysokinski • Vincent Waszczak • William & Nancy Keating Casey of Kasa Coal Co. • Dr. Eugene DeMinico • Florence Duffy • Ginger Murphy Landmark Community Bank • Renee Marsola • Mr. & Mrs. Carl Witkowski and Family Mr. & Mrs. John Haas • Sandy and Marlene Insalaco • Savo’s Pizza & Family Restaurant Sharon Tonte

1,000

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150

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To make a monetar y donation or purchase a memorial block or brick, please send the form below with your check to: Greater Pittston Chamber of Commerce, P.O. Bo 704, Pittston, PA 18640 Make payment to: GPCC Hometown Heroes Memorial

Hometown Heroes Memorial

Monetary Donations & Memorial Block/Brick Order Name: _____________________________________________________ Address: ____________________________________________________ City: _____________________________ State: _____ Zip: ____________ Phone: _______________ Email: _________________________________ Amount enclosed: $ _______ ❏ I would like a 12”x 12” block for $1,000. Please print message: __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __

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Social Section S

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Inside School menus ....................2 Birthdays............................3 Honor rolls ....................2, 4 Classified......................7-14

Mr. and Mrs. James Nesgoda

Nesgodas celebrate 10 years

Jason J. Leone and Amber M. Davidson

Davidson, Leone plan to marry Robert and Francine Davidson, of Pittston, announce the engagement of their daughter, Amber Marie Davidson of East Syracuse, formerly of Pittston, to Jason Joseph Leone of East Syracuse, son of Joseph and Laurel Leone of Fayetteville, NY. Ms. Davidson is the granddaughter of the late Francis and Geraldine Olex, formerly of Wilkes-Barre, and the late Joseph and Lucille Davidson, formerly of Avoca. She is a graduate of Pittston Area High School, East Stroudsburg University and Wilkes University with a master’s degree in business. She is a TMVP Specialist at Copper Industries, Syracuse, NY. Mr. Leone is the grandson of the late LeRoy and Pauline Wilson, formerly of Rochester, NY and Manuel and Ann Leone,of Syracuse, NY. He is a graduate of Christian Brothers Academy, University of Rochester and SUNY Potsdam with a master’s degree in instructional technology/media management. He is the head men’s basketball coach at SUNY Oswego. The surprise engagement occurred on September 16, 2011 at the bride-to-be’s apartment in Dunmore. An August 24, 2012 wedding is planned at St. Peter’s Cathedral in Scranton with a reception to follow at the Scranton Cultural Center.

Mr. and Mrs. James Nesgoda celebrated their 10th wedding anniversary on April 27, 2012. They were married on April 27, 2002 in Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Dupont, Pa by the Rev. Joseph Verespy. They were attended by Melissa Scep Donnini, sister of Mrs. Nesgoda; David Korea, friend of Mr. Nesgoda; Rochelle Roman, sister of Mr. Nesgoda; Daniel Roman, brother-in-law of Mr. Nesgoda; Michele Vukovich, friend of Mrs. Nesgoda; Scott Kronick, friend of Mr. Nesgoda; Susan Ferke, friend of Mrs. Nesgoda; Dean Donnini, brother-in-law of Mrs. Nesgoda; Jacqueline Sadowski, friend of Mr. Nesgoda, Joseph Nesgoda, brother of Mr. Nesgoda, Stephanie Burgio, cousin of Mr. Nesgoda, Jerome Tonti, friend of Mr. and Mrs. Nesgoda, Tracy Oravecz, friend The couple currentof Mrs. Nesgoda; Ed Kowalczyk, friend ly resides in Lakeof Mr. Nesgoda; Samantha Burgio, cou- land, Florida. They sin and godchild of Mr. Nesgoda; MJ will celebrate the Nesgoda, cousin of Mr. Nesgoda; Dean occasion with an Allen Donnini, nephew and godchild of Mrs. Nesgoda; Deanna Donnini, niece Eastern Caribbean Cruise on Royal and godchild of Mrs. Nesgoda. Mrs. Nesgoda is the former Lorianne Caribbean, Allure of Shields, granddaughter of Phyllis Tenti, the Seas. Dunmore, and the late Nello Tenti, the late Francis and Catherine Shields and the late John and Mary Scep. She is a registered respiratory therapist at Heart of Florida Regional Medical Center in Davenport, Florida and a clinical adjunct for the Polk State College Respiratory Therapy Program. She is also an Independent Beauty Consultant for Mary Kay Cosmetics. Mr. Nesgoda is the son of Josephine Nesgoda, Pittston Township, and the late Frank Nesgoda. He is the grandson of the late Charles and Mary DeMarco and the late Joseph and Julia Niezgoda. He is an Implementation Director for Prudential Retirement. The couple had one child, Brianne Catherine, who died shortly after birth. The couple currently resides in Lakeland, Florida. They will celebrate the occasion with an Eastern Caribbean Cruise on Royal Caribbean, Allure of the Seas.

Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Schmonsees

Bell, Schmonsees are married Cathleen Bell and Kevin Schmonsees were united in marriage on Sept. 4, 2011, at the Rand-Bryan House in Garner, N.C. The bride is the daughter of William and Elaine Bell, West Pittston. She is the granddaughter of Rinaldo and Isabel Lucarella, West Pittston, and the late William Pahl and the late Anne Pahl Bell and William Bell, Exeter. The groom is the son of John and Carolyn Schmonsees, Greensboro, N.C. He is the grandson of Robert Oswald and the late Ruth Oswald and the late John and Marguerite Schmonsees, all of Charleston, S.C. The bride was escorted down the aisle and given in marriage by her father. She chose her sisters, Cara Bell and Erin Brogna, and stepdaughter, Grace Schmonsees, as her maids of honor. The flower girls were Ali Brogna, niece of the bride, and Hania Schmonsees, niece of the groom. Groomsmen were John Schmonsees, father of the groom; Johnny Schmonsees, brother of the groom; and Tony Saitta, nephew of the bride. Readings were given by the mothers of the bride and groom. The bride is a 1999 graduate of Wyoming Area High School and earned a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Pennsylvania State University in 2003. She is employed by Cisco Systems as a communications manager. The groom is a 1995 graduate of Ragsdale High School, Greensboro, N.C., and earned a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from North Carolina State University in 1999 and a master’s degree in business administration from Strayer University in 2010. He is employed by Longent as an engineering services manager. The couple took a trip to Mexico following the wedding and honeymooned in Italy in April. They reside outside of Raleigh, N.C.

Tyler Michael Calub born March 15

Lyam Marcincavage baptized

Eugene Calub and Tina Grieco-Calub proudly announce the birth of their son, Tyler Michael Calub. He was born on March 15 in Central Dupage Hospital in Winfield, IL. Tyler was baptized on April 14 at St. Irene’s Roman Catholic Church in Warrenville, IL. His godfather is his uncle Tony Grieco, of Duryea and his godmothers are his aunts Marie O’Brien and Dr. Beverly Calub, of Chicago, IL. Tyler is the grandson of Sandy and Anthony Grieco, of Hughestown,and Drs. Jose and Alicia Calub, of Northbrook, IL. He is the great-grandson of Isabel Baran, of Williamsport. Tyler resides in Winfield, IL with his parents, big sister Emily, age 2 and their two dogs, Lucy and Casey.

Tyler Michael Calub

Lyam Thomas Marcincavage was baptized on Sunday, April 15, 2012 at Trinity Episcopal Church of West Pittston by the Rev. John Major. Lyam is the son of Amiee Tressa, of Inkerman. He is the grandson of Raynee Roxby and Ray Jopling, of Inkerman, and the great-grandson of Mr. and Mrs. George Roxby, also of Inkerman. His godparents are Mr. Daryl Roxby, of Inkerman, and Mrs. Nichole Brown, of West Wyoming. Lyam was born on June 21, 2011. A party was held in his honor.

Lyam Thomas Marcincavage

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WA announces honor roll

PITTSTON AREA

Mr. Vito Quaglia, principal of Wyoming Area High School, announced the students who qualified for the Honor Roll for the second marking period ending March 23. The following policy adopted by the Wyoming Area Board of School Directors will be utilized as the criteria for selection of the high school honor roll: High honors students must receive a quality point average of 3.75 or higher and honors students must receive a quality point of 3.50 or higher. HIGH HONORS

Pittston Area students will present 'Talent Show 2012' on May 4 in the high school auditorium.

Student talent show set for May 4 The Pittston Area High School will present “Talent Show 2012” at 7 p.m. Friday, May 4 in the high school auditorium. The talent show is directed by Mrs. Tara Craig and Mr. Sal Latona. This year the show will feature several dancers, pianists, vocalists and bands, including an original

song by Pittston Area’s own “Hemisphere.” The show will highlight several performers who have participated in the Talent Show before as well as some first-time performers. An added bonus to this year’s show will be an exhibit by the Pitt-

ston Area Art Club under the direction of Mrs. Judy Greenwald. Tickets for Friday’s show are currently on sale at the high school. Ticket price is $3 in advance and $5 at the door. All proceeds from this year’s show will benefit the Class of 2011 Yearbook.

LUZERNE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Annual Ethnic Food Festival held The Luzerne County Community College Student Government Association, NAACP student chapter 29AC and Diversity Council recently held the annual Ethnic Food Festival at the College’s Campus Center. From left, first row, are Allen Hargett, Wilkes-Barre; Christine Delaplace, Moscow, secretary, NAACP chapter; Machelle Smith, Ashley, advisor, BASIC Club; Susan Gilroy-King, Ashley, member, LCCC Diversity Council; Ron Strothers, Wilkes-Barre, advisor, NAACP chapter and member,

LCCC Diversity Council; Julie Schechter, Exeter, member, LCCC Diversity Council; Mary Sullivan, Swoyersville, director, student life and athletics and member, LCCC Diversity Council; Teddi Janosov, Sheatown, secretary, student life and athletics, LCCC; Denise Miller, Nanticoke, volunteer; and Shanice Thomas, Wilkes-Barre, president, NAACP chapter. Second row, Sheldon Owens, Kingston, food service director, LCCC; Ursula Tracy, Scranton, student development coordinator, LCCC; Brian

Kravits, Dallas, assistant chef, LCCC; Jermaine Foster, WilkesBarre, president, BASIC Club and vice president, NAACP chapter; Julius Zuckerwar, Swoyersville, treasurer, NAACP chapter; Angel Jirau, Wilkes-Barre, member, LCCC Diversity Council; James Domzalski, Mountain Top, member, LCCC Diversity Council; Judi Myers, Lake Silkworth, coordinator, diversity, LCCC; and Ed Hennigan, Exeter, chair, LCCC Diversity Council.

Seventh grade Erin Ainsworth, Grace Angelella, Kathryn Augustine, Madison Beppler, Michael Bonita, Matthew Booth, Victoria Braccini, Lydia Bugelholl, Peter Butera, Robert Butwin, Kara Dooner, Evan Esposito, Lindsey Feeney, Kimberly Ferrara, Stephen Homza, Jessica Hopkins, Dylan Kostak, Aaron Lee, Shari Liddick, Leah Moore, Kara Moscatelli, Madison Mulhern, Kyle Musto, Anthony Nardell, Kristen Nossavage, Makaila O’Reilly, Mackenzie Pegg, Alex Robbins, Laura Sachaczenski, Anthony Saitta, Christina Sakalas, Ryan Shuleski, Eric Speicher, Shelby Stanford, Evan Stravinski, Katrina Stravinski, Evelyn Urban, Emily Uritz, Cassanda Wilson, Katie Wolfgang. Eighth grade Robert Acacio, Georgia Calimeres, Matthew Carlson, Stephanie Chihorek, Erin Donnelly, Katharyn Dymond, Alexis Harris, Laura Heinzlmeir, Kelsey Kasisky, Hannah Klaproth, Mikayla Klimas, Zachary Lagrue, Ashley Lamoreaux, Cassandra Lockhart, Megan Mattioli, Victoria Mattioli, Michael Murphy, Ryan Murphy, Lauren Perry, Victoria Remley, Samantha Sepko, Anthony Shaver, Jennie Skursky, Stephanie Sokach, Rachael Solano, Jessica Sorick, Krystina Stanczyk, Justin Steinberger, Kelly Sypulski, Morgan Tarnalicki, Anna Thomas, Nico Vasquez, Daniela Vigueras, Claudia Waltz, Nicole Wright, Megan Wysocki. Ninth grade Amy Alder, Julia Banas, Cecelia Chisdock, Carlane Costello, Joshua Donvito, Emily Endres, Destini Esposito, Chaslyn Facciponti, Dominick Forlenza, Holly Green, Nikolas Gushka, Matthew Harding, Raymond Hopkins, Ryan Kaslavage, Olivia Katulka, Nicole Kolessar, Caitlyn Kraynak, Amber Kuharchik, Anthony Lenkaitis, Justin Palovchak, Victoria Pennington, Mia Perrino, Rachel Polacheck, Carrie Pozaic, Sara Romanowski, Taylor Schechter,

Nikki Sellitto, Victoria Sidari, Lauren Sokirka, Haley Stackhouse, Zachary Sypniewski, Brittany Thomas, Francesca Trottini, Peter Urban II, Olivia White, Emily Wolfgang. Tenth grade Drew Bednarski, Emily Bellanco, Mallory Bohan, Tyler Bonita, Cody Colarusso, Nicole Cumbo, Morgan DeAngelo, Jaclyn DeNardi, Jonathan Gamble, Lisa Guido, Audrey Hiedacavage, Sara Justave, Courtney Melvin, Austin Shission, Katherine Sokirka, Danielle Spagnuolo, Gabrielle Spagnuolo, Mari Taggart, Abigail Thornton, Felicia Turner, Gared Zaboski. Eleventh grade John Bankus, Gabrielle Bohan, Valeria Bott, Victoria Brown, Gregory Cajka, Michael Carey, Andrew Coco, April Davis, Serra Degnan, Nicholas Dominick, Nicholas Esposito, Michael Harding, Rebecca Johnson, Casey Kasisky, Ashley Klein, Emily Kneeream, Kaitlyn Kross, Samantha Kudrako, Zachary Lanunziata, Rachel Leandri, Brittany Lemardy, Maria Marianacci, Jessica Martin, Megan Milunic, Zachary Mulhern, Mark O’Hara, Angel Olmstead, Dylan Pegg, Abby Raieski, Angela Raieski, Evan Rider, Brianna Romiski, Stormy Ruiz, Courtney Sadowski, Brittani Shearer, Emily Shemanski, Leslie Shumlas, Joseph Taylor, Katie Tibus, Devaney Wood, Tyler Wrubel, Jordan Zezza. Twelfth grade Trevor Alder, Alexandra Amico, Christina Argenio, John Barcelon, Stacey Blannett, Amber Bolton, Christopher Bone, David Bonomo, Lisa Chihorek, Angela Coco, Danielle Confletti, Sarah Crake, Mark Dymond, Samantha Evarts, Allison Golden, Kimberly Golden, Jessica Hollister, Keri Irace, Jordan Johnston, Theresa Kelly, Michael Kohut III, Leah Laneski, Emily Lukasavage, Nick Mazzone, Habibah Njiaju, James Pennington, Alicia Pizano, Sara Radzwilka, James Scrobola, Jonathan Scrobola, Hannah Shelley, Samantha Shiner, Jacqueline Stash, Louis Vullo. HONORS

Seventh grade David Alberigi III, Austin Alder, Nikolas Athmann, Joseph Bender, Albert Blannett, III, Julia Bonomo, Adam Buczynski, Morgan Coolbaugh, Dominic Dempsey, Lea Getz, Cailtlyn Gibbons, Emily Goyne, Rachel Johnson, Nina Minnelli, Ariana Pamias, Julia Patts, Grace Pepe, Megan Pitcavage, Joshua Quick, Walker Regis, Albert Scianra, III,

Grace Scrobola, Sarah Shemanski, Tristan SokachMinnick, Amy Troy, Ashley Vikara, Tiffany Vincavage, Allison Vukovich, Ryan Webb, Ryan Wrubel, Gina Zehner. Eighth grade Bree Bednarski, Mackenzie Bilbow, Joseph Buczynski, Ryan Burton, Rebecca Charney, Kelly Clarke, Sarah Coolbaugh, Bryan Cumbo, Mitchell DeAngelo, Matthew Dovidas, Blaise Erzar, Taryn Gates, Grace Gober, Lindsey Klinges, Gavin Kross, Cory Lescavage, Maria Marstell, Ryan Marvin, Heather Nametko, Kevin Pish, Mackenzie Toler, Alexandra Traglia, Eric Whyte. Ninth grade Madeleine Ambruso, Mariah Bronsburg, Marcyssa Brown, Danielle Bulger, Nina Cruz, Myiah Custer, Steven Dauber, Juliana DeNardi, Madison Hindmarsh, Tanner Johnson, Zoe Laporte, Geneva Laviska, Zachary Lopatka, Alexa Malloy, Maria Marcum, John Marianacci, Evan Musto, Nina Owen, Jude Polit-Moran, Emma Ramage, Joseph Roach, Julianna Scappaticci, Abigail Schwerdtman, Samantha Williams. Tenth grade Amanda Bialy, Kyle Borton, Stephanie Brown, Brian Buckman, Lindsay Carey, Kevin Carroll, Matthew Hine, Curtis Hosey, Michaela Jurchak, Ariana Keller, Nicholas Leon, Michael Lumley, Brittney Michael, Tah’nee Mitchell, Katelyn Norton, Kaytlin Roach, Leo Skoronski, Carissa Smith, Keegan Thomas, Marissa Urban, Christopher Wall, Brittney Winsock, Brian Wisowaty. Eleventh grade Gabrielle Alberigi, Kelly Bauman, Mariah Bellanco, Megan Bonomo, Myranda Burgess, Jordan Chiavacci, Bartholomew Chupka, Alexis Coolbaugh, Glynnis Cowley, Nikki Giordano, Paige Hudock, Melissa Kazmerick, Christina Klinges, Alexander Krispin, Cassandra Lescavage, Darion Miller, Nicholas O’Brien, William Romanowski, Jared Saporito, Sarah Schultz, Eric Smith, Stephanie Spudis, Rachael Stark, Hannah Troy, William Weiss. Twelfth grade Joseph Adonizio, Nicholas Bartoli, Brittany Bender, Morgan Bilbow, Nathanael Brague, Kyle Brogan, Alyssa Crawford, Tyler Gfeller, David Granteed, Kelsey Kovaleski, Sarah Kuharchik, Kyle LaNunziata, Ashley Lombardo, Kaitlin Maguire, Robert Phillips, Shannon Ritts, Adam Romanowski, James Rose, Jr., Brittany Smetana, Catlyn Smith, Kristy Voychuk, Dorianna Williams.

SCHOOL MENUS PITTSTON AREA

HIGH SCHOOL AND MIDDLE SCHOOL Menu for week of April 30 Monday: Hot roasted beef sandwich, mashed potatoes, gravy, fruit, low fat milk Tuesday: Pasta with meatballs, garlic bread, peas, fruit, low fat milk Wednesday: Pork BBQ Kaiser roll, green beans, fruit, low fat milk Thursday: Buffalo chicken Panini, carrots, fruit, low fat milk Friday: Popcorn chicken, mashed potatoes, gravy, corn, bread slice, 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: No school. Friday: No school. Available daily: Plain and specialty pizza, whole grain chicken patty, buffalo chicken hoagie, salads, assorted hoagies and wraps INTERMEDIATE, PRIMARY, KINDERGARTEN Menu for week of April 30 Monday: Sweet and sour chicken, bread slice or tuna melt sandwich, carrots, pears, low fat milk Tuesday: Sloppy Joe on bun or ham & cheese hoagie with lettuce & tomato, baked fries, pineapple tidbits, low fat milk Wednesday: Pasta and meatballs, garlic bread or hot turkey sandwich with gravy, corn, mixed fruit, low fat milk Thursday: Baked pork chop, bread slice or hot dog on bun,

peas, peaches, low fat milk Friday: French dip roast beef on Kaiser roll or pizza, green beans, mandarin oranges, low fat milk Alternates: Ham and cheese wrap, chef salad, turkey hoagie, chicken patty on bun Breakfast: Monday: Hot pockets Tuesday: Pancake sausage wrap Wednesday: Sausage, egg and cheese on bagel Thursday: Scrambled eggs with toast Friday: Waffles with syrup Available daily: Breakfast pizza, assorted cereals with buttered toast, juice and low fat milk

WYOMING AREA

WYOMING AREA SECONDARY CENTER Menu for week of April 30 Monday: A. Chef’s salad, bread. B. Tyson Hot and Spicy chicken sandwich on bun. C. Chicken fajita w/lettuce, tomato,

salsa, sour cream. D. Rib-a-que, cheeseburger or chicken patty on bun. Sides: Vegetables/ranch dip, tortilla chips/salsa, peaches. Tuesday: A. Popcorn chicken, bread. B. White French bread pizza C. Philly double cheese steak hoagie D. Rib-a-que, cheeseburger or chicken patty on bun. Sides: Mixed vegetables, crispy baked colossal fries, applesauce. Wednesday: A. Buffalo chicken sub. B. Southwest chicken wrap w/lettuce. C. Taco with meat, cheese, lettuce, tomato, rice D. Rib-a-que, cheeseburger or chicken patty on bun. Sides: Vegetables with ranch dip, ABD baked potato triangles, apple crisp. Thursday: A. Quesadilla with salsa, s. cream. B. Mash potato bowl with chicken, corn, gravy, cheese. C. Meatball hoagie w/ mozzarella cheese D. Rib-a-que, cheeseburger or chicken patty on bun. Sides: Mashed potatoes with gravy, corn, Jell-o. Friday: A. Cheese or peppe-

roni Pizza B. Turkey and cheese hoagie, lettuce C. Grilled cheese sandwich, taco soup D. Rib-aque, cheeseburger or chicken patty on bun. Sides: Tossed salad with dressing, seasoned potato wedges, pineapple. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Menu for week of April 30 Monday: Cheeseburger or chicken patty on bun. Tortilla chips and salsa, pickle slices, peaches. Alternate – Cheese sandwich, or PBJ or 4 oz. yogurt and animal crackers all with choice of string cheese or sunflower seeds. Breakfast – Pancakes with syrup, cereal, juice milk Tuesday: Baked popcorn chicken, bread, baked colossal fries, colorful mixed veggies, cinnamon applesauce. Alternate – Cheese sandwich, or PBJ or 4 oz. yogurt and animal crackers all with choice of string cheese or sunflower seeds. Breakfast - Apple spice muffin, cereal, juice, milk Wednesday: Triple French

toast, syrup w/sausage patty, baked hash brown potato, warm apple crisp, juice cup. Alternate – Cheese sandwich, or PBJ or 4 oz. yogurt and animal crackers all with choice of string cheese or sunflower seeds. Breakfast – Warm Danish, cereal, juice, milk Thursday: Pork chopette or chicken nuggets, bread, mashed potatoes/gravy, corn, Jell-o Alternate – Cheese sandwich or PBJ or 4 oz. yogurt and animal crackers all with choice of string cheese or sunflower seeds. Breakfast - Super fortified donut, cereal, fruit juice, milk Friday: Fresh cheese or pepperoni pizza, tossed salad with dressing, pineapple, Cinnamon Teddy Cubs. Alternate – Cheese sandwich, or PBJ or 4 oz. yogurt and animal crackers all with choice of string cheese or sunflower seeds. Breakfast - Warm honey bun, cereal, juice, milk

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Adam Felinski

Jillian Balchune

Adam Felinski, son of Al and Nicole Felinski, Pittston Township celebrated his ninth birthday on April 22. Grandparents are Al Felinski Sr., Old Forge and Dr. and Mrs. Nicholas Pecuch, Old Forge. Adam has a sister, Alexis, 10 years old.

Jillian Rae Balchune will celebrate her fifth birthday on May 2. She is the daughter of Joseph and Jennifer Balchune, Eldersburg, MD and has a sister, Jenelle, 7 ½ years old. Jillian is the granddaughter of Dominic and Mary Jane Carsia, Exeter and Harve and Eileen Balchune, Duryea.

Brody Yucas Brody Yucas, son of Jim and Chrissy Yucas, Avoca, celebrated his first birthday on April 10. Brody is the grandson of Janice and the late John Yucas, Duryea and Joseph and Maryanne Ryzner, Duryea.

Campbell Schumann Campbell Benjamin Schumann, son of Christian and Peggy (Agolino) Schumann, Melrose, MA, will celebrate his second birthday on April 30. Grandparents are Santo and Ann Agolino, Wyoming and Walter and Paula Schumann, King of Prussia. Campbell has an older brother, Christian, who is 3 ½ years old.

Sofia Colarusso Sofia Mary Colarusso, daughter of Mike and Jaime Colarusso, Exeter, will celebrate her fourth birthday today, April 28. Sofia is the granddaughter of Jim and Debbie Lampman, Pittston and Joe and Bev Colarusso, Pittston Twp. She is the great-granddaughter of John Brogna, Pittston. Sofia has a younger brother, Mikey, who is 2 ½ years old. A Minnie Mouse Party was held for Sofia to celebrate her birthday.

Happy birthday! Stop by or mail your birthday photo to: The Sunday Dispatch 109 New Street Pittston, PA 18640 Pictures can run in back and white for $2 or color for $10. Deadline is Wednesday at 5 p.m., but space is limited, so pictures will be published on a first-come, first-served basis. Any questions, please call 602-0168.

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Carmen Insalaco III Carmen Anthony Insalaco III, son of Carmen Jr.and Kimberly Insalaco, Dallas, celebrated his third birthday on Saturday, April 14. Carmen is the grandson of Rick and Lois Connors, Wyoming; Paul Brooks, Harding; and the late Carmen and Gerri Insalaco. Carmen has a brother Dante, 10 months.

Rebecca Tomasetti Rebecca Jewel Tomasetti, daughter of Louis and Edith Tomasetti, of Atlanta, GA will celebrate her fifth birthday on Thursday, May 3. She is the granddaughter of Mary Jane Tomasetti, of Inkerman, and the late Joseph A. Tomasetti and Ed and Sandy Yeargan, of Rome, GA. Paternal-great grandparents are the late Nazareth and Margaret Tomasetti and the late Clement and Mary Bowman, all of Pittston. Maternal great-grandparents are Edith Swint and the late Edgar J. Swint and the late Edmund and Marjorie Yeargan, all of Rome GA. Rebecca has a brother, Anthony Joseph (A.J.), who will be 8 years old in August. She will enter kindergarten at the Immaculate Heart of Mary School in Atlanta this fall. A party for family and friends will be held in Atlanta.

Michael Oncay

Brooke Bungardy

Michael Raymond Oncay, son of Raymond and Karen Oncay. of Dallas, celebrated his fifth birthday on April 24. Michael is the grandson of Raymond and Mary Oncay. of Swoyersville. and Helen Madar and the late John Madar. of Swoyersville.

Brooke Mary Bungardy, daughter of Melissa Antal and Dave Bungardy, of Dupont, celebrated her first birthday on April 20. She has a sister, Hunter Antal, and is the granddaughter of John and Jeanne Zinkavich, Pittston; Roger Rugletic, Clear Water FL; Ellen Bungardy, Avoca; and Richard Bungardy, Laflin.

Learning all about the month of April The Pittston Area Primary Center’s “What’s Special About April?” assembly was held recently. The assembly featured special happenings that take place during the month of April. Mrs. Flynn’s first-grade class and Mrs. Shaw’s second-grade class highlighted monthly happenings by performing poems, songs and movements about April. All primary students will have the opportunity to perform in one assembly during the school year.

Students in Mrs. Flynn's first-grade class who participated in a "What's Special About April?" assembly recently are, from left, first row, Stephen Baloga, Jack Long, Nick Sciandra, Tyler Purkey, Anthony Agrella, Trisjin Spencer, Anthony Ranieli, Tyler Dunkailo. Second row, Ethan Clarke, Patrick Bohan, Drew Menendez, Robby Barbieri, Hannah Bridgland, Ava Callahan, Isabella Giardina, Kayla Franchetti, Maura Mihalka. Third row, Taylor Baiera, Isabella Pisano, Catherine Zaladonis, Jake Mills, Kaleb Porzucek, David Cook, Jeffrey Mzonis, Kiarra Dadurka, Jessica Kobi, Kallie Booth. Fourth row, Miss Bellino, student teacher; and Mrs. Flynn.

MU nursing students in honor society The Misericordia University Nursing Department inducted 35 students into the Theta Phi Chapter of the Sigma Theta Tau Society during an induction ceremony in Sandy and Marlene Insalaco Hall. Participating in the ceremony are, from left, first row, Krystal Burford and Lori Kolody. Second row, Cassandra Casselbury and Diane Baldi. Third row, Meaghan Connolly-Ubaldini and Kristie Force. Fourth row, Lisa Homa, Karen Delay and Holly Goncheroski. Fifth row, Louis Lalande, Danielle Nebzydoski and Lauren Lomando. Sixth row, Amy Mikula, Ashley Marinock and Amanda Howatt. Seventh row, Jamie Novitski and Maura Nerbecki. Eighth row, Rachael Schmitz, Rita Shock and Elizabeth Stuscavage. Ninth row, Brian Stecker, Christine Shenefield and Erin Stellar.

Students in Mrs. Shaw's second-grade class who participated in a "What's Special About April?" assembly at the Primary Center are, from left, first row, Liam Tugend, Guillermo Soto, Jack Jones, Jason Besancon, Tyler Copp, James Soroka, Brandon Farrell, Om Patel. Second row, Ethan Fratelli, Isabella Parsons, Aiden Jenkins, Thomas Ziagos, Anthony Cerreta, Ryan Peck, Sage Weidlich, Kirsten Linscott, Alexis Wesnak, Third row, Julia Rizzo, Savannah Litts, Madison Mesaris, Faith Russell, Aliyah Haughton, Taylor Hill, Eden Koprowski, Mia Fanning, Abby Donnelly and Mrs. Shaw.

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Pittston Area High School announces 3rd quarter honor roll SENIORS

HONORS WITH DISTINCTION Thomas Allardyce, Anthony Amitia, Shelby Aruscavage, Jonathan Aston, Jessica Baker, Joshua Blaker, Kathleen Blazosek, Emily Bogdan, Bianca Bolton, Tina Boyanowski, Kaitlin Brady, Charles Bressler, Ciera Callahan, Jennifer Cerulli, Pietro Colella, Charles Cometa, James Connors, Elizabeth Cox, Tyler Cummings, Brittany Czerniakowski. Also, Christine D’Agostino, Brian Delaney, Kristina Dixon, Amanda Dockett, Patrick Dougherty, David Dragon, Danielle Fereck, Michelle Fernando, Nina Fischer, Afton Fonzo, Paul Gestl, Brian Gima, Daniel Ginocchetti, Breana Gonzalez, Jordan Gruttadauria. Also, Jennifer Hadley, Joseph Harth, Dalton Hazlet, Rebecca Hetro, Michael Hizny, Nicholas Holl, Samantha Horchos, Stephanie Jugus, Kelly Keener, Susan Kitcho, Cherie Klush, Alexander Korjeski, Sarah Kosik, Christopher Kovaleski, Jeremie Kudey, Robert Kuzynski. Also, James Lamarca, Jamie Lee, Timothy Lello, Kelly Lynn, Kendall Melochick, Ashley Menichini, Robert Meranti, Kenneth Miller, Todd Mitchell, Samantha Moluski, Jaret Monteforte, Terry Morgan, Christopher Musto, Patrick Nallin, Marissa Nardone, Kristi Naylor. Also, Grace O’Neill, Jessica Oliveri, Benjamin Pace, Michael Panuski, Brandon Pernot, Austyn Pivarnik, Anna Podrasky, Ariel Porzuczek, Rachele Poveromo, Dylan Prescott, Elizabeth Raffa, Nicholas Remsky. Also, Anthony Schwab, Christen Sedlak, Jenna Sharr, Steven Sklanka, Alison Slomba, Shelby Smith, Alissa Stegman, Joseph Stoss, Steven Stravinski, Matthew Taylor, Tanya Tiffany, Jessica Welter, David Whispell, Edward Winn, Mallory Yozwiak. FIRST HONORS Francisco Alfaro, Miranda Bellas, Donald Booth, Nicolette Bradshaw, Adam Bykowski, Sarah Demace, Madeline Dworak, Bruce Edwards, Dynelle Evans, Christopher Gerrity, Angelo Guariglia, Evan Hahn, Joshua Herron, Rachel Kashuba, Edward Klein, Alexandra Kochis. Also, Caroline Manganiello, Brandon Matthews, Thomas Matthews, Katherine McGinty, Taylor Miller, Amy Mozeleski, Ashley Sadberry, Christopher Santana, Jamie Scarantino, Michael Stankoski, Gabrielle Vaxmonsky, Brielle Warren, Christopher Wesolowski, Bryan Winters. SECOND HONORS Danielle Acernese, Chastity Anderson, Samantha Bird, Stephen Bugianesi, Caitlynn Cadwalder, Danielle Corcoran, Devon Davis, Dominique Exter, Brittany Gilley, Patrick Kaczmarczyk, Nikole Kenyon, Anthony Mancini, Shaun McDermott, Thomas Powell, Jane Pramitha, Samantha Schneider, Samantha Scialpi, Justin Searfoss, Thomas Strunk, Jordan Teixeira, Bianca Tuttle, Marissa Vogue, Josh Zurek.

JUNIORS

HONORS WITH DISTINCTION Frank Ardo, James Ardoline, Kyle Berlinski, Aaron Black, Nicholas Bolka, Maria Capitano, Anthony Capozucca, Matthew Carroll, Michael Chisdock, Anthony Cotto, Jamie Coyne, Jordan Cumbo, Christian Curtis, Ronald D’Eliseo, Sarah Driscoll, Ciara Edwards, Austin Elko. Also, Kristen Fereck, Carmella Gagliardi, Michael Harding, Mianna Hopkins, Austin Kostelansky, Kyle Kostelansky, Joseph Koytek, Kaitlynn Kuchta, Olivia Lanza, Catherine Lombardo, Jamie Lombardo, Kristen Lombardo, Katrina Lutecki, Christopher Lynch, Elizabeth Mikitish, Connor Mitchell, Kelly Mitchell, Ni-

cholas Montini, James Musto, Santino Musto. Also, Cassie Nocito, Calvin O’Boyle, Karlee Patton, Mark Prebish, Suraj Pursnani, Shelby Rinaldi, Bryan Russo, Marina Sell, Julia Shandra, Jillian Starinsky, Joseph Starinsky, Stephen Starinsky, Brian Stonikinis, Cory Tobin, Ian Tracy, Ryan Tracy, Shannon Turner, Michael Twardowski, Miranda Warunek, Kansas White, Ariele Williams, Matthew Yatison, Hannah Zondlo. FIRST HONORS Mary Theresa Anderson, Nicole Baker, Alexandra Cawley, Sara Czerniakowski, Derrick Donato, Cassandra Giarratano, Mieranda Gonzalez, Samantha Hoban, Jeremy Homschek, James Lizza, Raeann Loftus, Justin Martinelli, Nicholas Maruska, Felix Mascelli, Kaitlyn McGuire, John Minich, Ashley Muchler. Also, Nicole Piccoletti, Matthew Pierantoni, Joshua Reynolds, Dakota Rowan, Joshua Rugletic, Matthew Shamnoski, Amy Silinskie, Justin Stavish, Jonathan Sulkoski, Marissa Vogel, Justin Wilk, Kaitlynn Wolfram, Ryan Youngblood. SECOND HONORS Katlyn Arena, Dillon Chapman, Joseph Chiumento, Kevin Dolman, Samuel Falcone, Damien Fryzel, Ryan Hawksley, John Kielbasa, Haley Kline, Kristopher Littleton, Michael McGlynn, Cody McLean, Cecelia Melley, Brittany Mudlock. Also, Gabrielle Poplarchick, Angelina Reed, Kristen Santey, Emily Seaman, Alexandria Serafin, Nicole Sitnick, Tiffany Smith, Desiree Sorak, Carissa Suhockey, Gary Thomas, Jonathan Tonte, James Tugend, Blasé Twardowski, Sierra Williams, Darius Wright.

Baldwin, Terry Briggs, Michael Bush, Michael Carey, Samantha Coleman, Robert Dudek, Karysa Fashouer, Aarika Hennington, Brandon Hudacko, Ryan Joyce, Jonathon Kamor, Tyler Koval, David Mancini, Michael Mazur, Summer McLaughlin, Tyler Mooney, Taya Oliver, Courtney Osiecki. Also, Justin Paglianite, Samantha Piazza, Desiree Piotrowski, Whitney Prescott, Rosemary Ritsick, Taylor Roberts, Evan Rosengrant, Samantha Rydzy, Ian Satkowski, Eric Scatena, Megan Schuster, Emily Schwartz, Kaila Slack, Jordan Spindler, Ethan Walker, Kaitlyn Wallace, Kevin Wesolowski, Marissa Williams, Mariah Zimmerman, Haleigh Zurek.

Barber, Marina Barnak, Michael Barney, Rebecca Battista, Desirae Bellas, Keith Boone, Shannen Brady, Michael Bunney, Patrick Cadden, Kristen Capitano, Elizabeth Cappelloni, Madison Cardinale, Mackenzie Carroll, Christian Charney, Bryan Davis, John DeBoard, Michael Delaney, John Fagotti, Jordan Fritz. Also, Jasmine Gage, Kyle Gattusso, Olivia Giambra, Gina Grossbauer, Michael Gutowski, Michael Havrilla, Rachel Hoover, Christopher Hufford, Jade Jones, Jacob Kaminski, Megan Karuzie, Christopher Konsavage, Edward Kosierowski, Joshua Kramer, Joseph Lombardo, Brandon Lukachko, Marina Maida, Tyler McGarry, Christopher McGlynn, Elaina Menichelli, Katrina Mikitish, Michael Minich, Mikhaela Moher, MaFRESHMEN deline Moss, Brittany Myers, HONORS WITH DIS- Virginia Myrkalo. Also, Mark Naples, Mikayla TINCTION Nardone, Rachel Naylor, Kristen Angelo Aita, Harlow AlexanNerbecki, David Pacovsky, Nider, Robert Bamrick, Allison

cole Psailia, Amanda Radginski, Sydney Ralston, Dylan Ratzin, Kristen Richards, Anamarie Rogers, Jamie Rosencrans, Cassandra Ross, Nuncio Savoy, Elizabeth Scialpi, Claudia Shandra, Morgan Shea, Eric Sklanka, Jamie Smicherko, Mara Stella, Katherine Stonikinis. Also, Aryana Thompson, Mitchell Tomaszewski, Rebecca Tomko, Jacob Vaxmonsky, Sarah Velehoski, Elizabeth Waleski, Nicole Walters, Rebecca Weinstock, Brandon Winters, Stephen Yuhas, Brandon Zaffuto. FIRST HONORS Hunter Antal, Shivon Bellas, Brianna Conway, Destiny Coolbaugh, Theresa Domarasky, Lauren Dragon, Shane Flannelly, Daniel Gambini, Michelle Grossbauer, Cristian Hansen, Cody Holl, Joshua John, Patrick Joyce, Katie Kelly, Robert Kelly, Julian Kester. Also, Nia Lombardo, Sabrina Lyons, Jared Melochick, Tiffany

Newell, Thomas Nickas, Sara O’Hop, Sarah Perrego, Tina Rafalko, Tynaisa Robertson, Lauren Senese, Brandon Shamnoski, Chyanne Sherman, Robert Swartz, Kevin Walsh, Rebeca Zielinski, David Zydko. SECOND HONORS Jessica Ameen, Elizabeth Baiera, Jamie Baker, Jacob Boedeker, Elizabeth Brandt, Gerard Carroll, Leah Cavello, Jonathon Collins, Eric Curtis, Timothy Davala, Courtney Dougal, Adam Drechin, Taylor Eichler, Carly Filipski, Tabitha Filipski, Harlee Fyock. Also, Braulio Garcia, Paula Goss, Caycee Karpinski, Kayla Kruchinsky, Juliann Lyback Vance Maslowski, Eann McCloe, John Meck, Vincent Mikus, Allison Mollica, Joseph Musto, Daniel O’Brien, Dylan Phillips, Abigail Rodriguez, Kenneth Slusser, Brandon Strelecki, Brandon Winn, Katie Wynn.

SOPHOMORES

HONORS WITH DISTINCTION Antoinette Antonacci, Alex Bauman, Kevin Boone, Ali Brady, Laura Brady, Nicole Chaiko, Joseph Champi, Enrico Connors, Robert Costello, Anthony D’Eliseo, Alexa Danko, Casey Deaton, Lori DeFazio, Dominique DelPriore, Tyler Demich, Megan Dougherty, James Emmett, Kayle Forkin, Marie Terese Fox, Lea Garibaldi, Alia Gestl, Adam Ginocchetti, Mason Gross. Also, Michael Harth, Emily Herron, Zachary Hoffmann, Brittany Hypolite, Katie Jobson, Samantha Kachinsky, Allison Kizer, Adrian Langan, Kaycee Langan, Rachel Lazevnick, Steven Lee, Sierra Lieback, Rachel Longo, Maria Lussi, Tyler Lutecki, Cameron Marotto, Jennifer Mataloni, Dana Maurizi, Nicole Mayerski, Patrick McGinty, Zachary Mckitish, Breana Miller, Kallie Miller, Mark Miscavage, Brittni Morrell, Tyler Mullen, Jenna Mundenar. Also, Leanne Para, Michael Parrs, Justin Peterson, Michael Pieszala, Troy Platukus, Charles Poli, Taylor Powers, Jacqueline Rabender, Joshua Razvillas, Alyssa Rodzinak, Sara Ruby, Robert Ryzner. Also, Michael Schwab, Rachel Simansky, Kaitlyn Simyan, Ciara Smith, Bridget Starinsky, Andrea Stephenson, Alyssa Talerico, Antonia Timonte, Kayla Vogue, Carly Walker, David Wilczewski, Trent Woodruff, Tyler Woodruff, James Wychock, Meredith Yozwiak, Jean Luc Yurchak. FIRST HONORS Michael Antal, Rhiannon Avvisato, Taylor Balasavage, Kyla Balchune, Anthony Baldiga, Jason Bandru, Daniel Brady, Christine Briggs, Christopher Cummings, Nicole Dale, Megan Farrell, Brandon Ferrance, Candido Green, Robert Haas, Kenneth Hoover, Julie Kalinas, Alyssa Knowles, Carmen LoBrutto. Also, Irene Magdon, Jessica Maleta, Matthew Miller, Mark Modlesky, Samantha Moska, Matthew Mott, Cales Owens, Alleysha Reynolds, Scott Sayer, Kyle Sommer, Tyler Spurlin, Colin Sweeney, Richard Weinstock, Ryan Witman, Andrew Yuhas. SECOND HONORS Brandyn Ayers, Samantha

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John Haas, principal of the Pittston Area Senior High School announced those students who have qualified for the honor roll for the 2012 third quarter.

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Makings of one stubborn game The Wyoming Area Senior Parents Association sponsored a donkey basketball game at the Secondary Center gym on April 17. The game pitted students from the 2012 senior class against administration, coaches and staff. All proceeds from the game were donated to the All Night Party held after graduation.

E.J. Drivinghawk drives the lane during Donkey Basketball.

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Ride'm cowboy? Corey Popovich is unguarded as he makes his way to the bucket.

HR holds Grandparents Day Holy Redeemer High School held its second annual Grandparents Day, hosting the grandparents of students, faculty and staff at a special Mass and a reception. The Rev. Monsignor Joseph Rauscher, pastor of Saint Nicholas Parish, celebrated Mass with the Rev. Joseph Elston, Holy Redeemer Chaplain. Holy Redeemer students, including officers of the Student Leadership Council and class presidents, also participated in the Mass.

Grandparents were then hosted at a reception in the school cafeteria. Shown here, from left, seated, are grandfather Edward Mangan with his grandson, Cody Januszko of Wilkes-Barre, and grandmother Irene Mangan. Standing behind them are Rita Caffrey, grandmother of Thomas Caffrey; Aloyisius and Margaret Bogusko, with their granddaughter Kellan Katra, of Mountaintop. Far left, standing, Mary Pat Blaskiewicz of West Pittston

with her grandmother Mary Blaskiewicz and with grandparents Pat and Marie Solano and Tony Blaskiewicz behind her. Last row, Anita Sirak, principal; James McDermott, director of religious formation; Thomas Caffrey, Hanover Twp.; Christopher Miko, Forty Fort; his grandmother Norita Hanlon, faculty member Keith Zielen and his grandmother Marie Zielen.

Old Forge’s Erica Stolan is essay contest winner Erica Stolan, a sophomore at Old Forge High School, was the first-place winner from Lackawanna County in the essay contest, “Celebrating Health Care Heroes of Today and Tomorrow” sponsored by the Lackawanna County Work Investment Board and Youth Council. The contest was held in conjunction with 2011

Health Careers Week. Stolan was awarded a $100 gift certificate to the Viewmont Mall and a $20 gift card to Cinemark. From left, are are Adrianna Rupprecht, chemistry teacher; Stolan and Ross Valenti, business community liaison for the Keystone Job Corps Center

Students donate to Griffin Pond Animal Shelter

Holy Rosary schedules PTO meeting Holy Rosary School in Duryea announces the following: PTO meeting The May meeting of the school PTO will be held at 6:30 p.m. on May 1 in the school cafeteria. Plans for the end-of-year events will be discussed and all are welcome to attend. Early dismissal Wednesday School will be dismissed at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 2 for a scheduled Act 80 day. Bus transportation will be provided to and from school and lunch will be served on Wednesday. First Friday Mass and May Crowning Mass for First Friday will be celebrated at 9 a.m. this week in Holy Rosary Church, followed by our school May Crowning of Our Blessed Mother. Gift certificate news Gift certificate sales are held in the Holy Rosary Church Hall from 8 to 10 a.m. each Thursday. School families may send in orders on Wednesday to be filled on Thursday. Recycling In addition to cartridge recycling, we also have cell phone recycling. Select cell phones can be dropped off in the same location and recycled for credit. For more information or for a list of qualifying cartridges, visit www.fundingfactory.com or contact Mrs. Skutack at 4572553. Labels and box tops Campbell’s Soup labels and Box Tops for Education are being collected at Holy Rosary School. These programs enable us to provide educational resources that may be unaffordable through our regular budget. They offer exciting merchandise like computers, software, sports equipment, reference materials, science and art items, even musical instruments. Please continue your support of these programs by sending in your labels to the school office or by placing them in the church vestibule. If you have any questions, please contact the school’s office. Also, please check labels for expiration dates. They can be sent in immediately and processed before they expire; there is no need to wait until you accumulate a quantity.

Holy Rosary lists honor roll Holy Rosary School in Duryea announced the third quarter honor roll. HIGH HONORS

Average of 93 or above in all major subjects Eighth grade Matthew Marsh, Nina Mucciolo and Edward Sankus. Seventh grade Taryn Ashby, Julienne Chropowicki, Samuel D’Eliseo, Amelia Desiderio, Vienna Donnelly, Joseph Gorman, Tyler Mackell, Emily Mazur, Joshua Mies, Denise Pinto, Jessica Smith, Jonathan Smith and Matthew Walsh. Sixth grade Rosalie Bennie, Harleigh Davis, Jayna DeLucca, Gianna DeSanto, Gianna Galli, Alyssa Kornish, Kyle McAndrew, Cecelia Newhart and Andrea Ruby.

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The second-grade classes at Old Forge Elementary School recently donated pet supplies to the Griffin Pond Animal Shelter as part of their Kindness Program. Teachers Debbie Pepsin, Jo-Ann Fisher and Tracie Krasulski coordinated the event. Shown in the photo at left with Warren Reed, executive director of the Griffin Pond Ani-

mal Shelter, are, from left, Madison Chickey, Jeremie Kunkle, Emily Bergamino, Matthew Decker, Morgan Fuller, Nikolas Eremo, Nick Rasmus, Isabella Luongo and Yasmeen Garcia. Students who donated are shown in the photo at right. From left, front row, are Bethany Carey, Madison Chickey, Natalie Nareski, Abby Cusumano,

Jacqueline Francis, Julia Iacavazzi, Gabby Gilbert, Kaiya Andrukitis. Second row, Everett Perry, Brooke Arnold, Matthew Decker, Ava Aversa, Nick Mancuso, Isabella Luongo, Mya Ruby. Third row, Emily Bergami-

no, Abbey Zaykowski, Morgan Fuller, Mario Samony, Nick Zamerowski, Nikolas Eremo, Jaden Karwaski, Sophia Scalese, Ava Aulisio, Dina Domiano. Fourth row, Gus Xavier, Nathan Krenitsky, Jeremie Kunkle, Yas-

meen Garcia, Chloe Colozza, Logan Walton, Nick Rasmus, Gianna Solwri, Brooke Granko, Nicholas Casella, Dustyn Miller and Alina Wilmont.

Averages of 85 or above in all major subjects Eighth grade Dominic Anastasi, Joseph Gutowski, Patrick Hotchkiss, Joshua Megliola, Alexa Menichelli, Michael Pope, Jeffery Smicherko and Kevin Yanul. Seventh grade Adam Chase, Elana Clancy, Megan Conlon, Justin Coyne, Collin Halagarda, Joseph June, Christopher Klein, Logan LaClair, Victoria McNulty, Cory Miglionico, Zachary Scanlon, Erin Senese, and Breanna Tagliaterra. Sixth grade Ava Angeli, Brooke Costanzo, Holly Daveski, Alexis Evans, Olivia Johnson, Christopher McDonough, Mariah Menichelli, Sidney Miller, Kayla Stelma, Jillian Warabak, and Nicole Wartella.

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OF biz class visits NYC The Entrepreneurship and Business Law Classes of Old Forge High School recently traveled to New York City to attend the Virtual Enterprise Trade Fair. The trade fair is a gathering of virtual businesses operated by 400 high schools and colleges in the US and other countries. While in Manhattan, the group also visited Wall Street, the New York Stock Exchange and the Museum of Finance. Students from Old Forge sold tickets to “virtual” events from

Old Forge collects eyeglasses wich, Deanna Skutack, Tory Tansley, Nicole Tagliaferri, Vienna Piazza, Sabrina Talerico, Nina Pascolini, Kelci Yesnowski, Jewol Talerico, Rebecca Remsky, Ryan Voyack, David Pietryka and Ivette Valetine.

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The Old Forge High School Leo Club and Old Forge Lions Club conducted a collection of eyeglasses for the Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired. Mrs. Paula Torwich’s classroom collected the most eyeglasses and was rewarded

the business they developed, Ticket Wizard. In preparation for the trade fair, students developed a list of sporting events, concerts and plays and more events which they thought would interest young people. Then they developed sales strategies, pricing and advertisements. From left, are Ms. Smith, Cory Stuart, Vince Talarico, Michael Durdan, Gina Cadwalder, Joe Ciuccio, Kathy Reyes, Isiah Leepier. Absent at the time of the photo were Corey Palma and Jimmy Sheedy.

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BMW 2010 K1300S

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HARLEY ‘10 DAVIDSON SPORTSTER CUSTOM Loud pipes. Near Mint 174 miles - yes, One hundred and seventy four miles on the clock, original owner. $8000. 570-876-2816

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506 Administrative/ Clerical

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Experienced general office. Car dealership experience preferred. Send resume to: c/o Times Leader Box 4000 15 N. Main Street Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0250

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Building/ Construction/ Skilled Trades

CLIENT SERVICES/ TELEPHONE RECEPTIONIST

Our busy animal hospital is looking for a motivated, dependable person to work in our client services and telephone receptionist departments. Customer service and experience answering multi-line telephones is preferred. Ability to work well with the public and attention to detail a must! Hours will include weekdays, some Saturdays and evenings. Please reply to: c/o The Times Leader Box 3095 15 N. Main St. Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0250

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TEACHING POSITION Two openings,

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Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair

BODY SHOP MANAGER

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Architectural Experienced Mechanic - Medical, Dental, Woodworkers Needed Vision Insurance

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PLUMBERS AND PIPEFITTERS

Penn State Mechanical Contractors has openings for energetic, motivated, experienced plumbers and pipefitters. Experienced foremen are also encouraged to apply. We offer competitive wages and a comprehensive benefit package based on experience. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Send resume with work history to: Penn State Mechanical Contractors, Inc. PO Box 1027 Wilkes Barre, PA 18703 Fax: 570-823-0736 Kimberly@pennstate mechanical.com

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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

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DRIVERS

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.

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FORKLIFT

FORKLIFT OPERATORS NEEDED FOR 2ND SHIFT IN THE PITTSTON AREA. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED. APPLY IN PERSON MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY 9 A.M. TO 2 P.M. AT: Team Employer Solutions 20 REYNOLDS ST. KINGSTON, PA 18704 570-714-5955

548 Medical/Health

Medical Equipment Technician PRIOR

EXPERIENCE DELIVERING & INSTRUCTING ON MEDICAL EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES. FULL TIME POSITION, REQUIRES SOME ON CALL. MUST BE DETAIL ORIENTED, GOOD VERBAL & WRITTEN SKILLS A MUST. RESUMES TO

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548 Medical/Health

DRIVER/ CAREGIVER NEEDED Two days per week, WAREHOUSE Saturday & Sunday. Immediate opening

for an experienced driver/warehouse. Air brake CDL preferred, but not required. Must have experience driving a 26 foot straight truck. Excellent starting rate and full benefits package. Apply in person to: INTERSTATE BUILDING MATERIALS, INC. Attn: Director of HR 322 Laurel St. Pittston 18640

$11.30/hour. Pittston area. Call 570-299-9881

RNS AND LPNS

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LPN

Seeking LPN for afternoons 1-5pm Monday-Friday to provide personal care in Pittson area. Experience & references. Call 570-239-4589 Leave a Message.

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MRG

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Drivers/ Straight Truck

BOLUS FREIGHT SYSTEMS is looking for two straight truck drivers. Must have Class A CDL license, year round work available. For more information call: 1-800-444-1497 EXT 721 OR HIT ‘0’ AND ASK FOR CARL OR JOE D.

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Physi cal Thera pists

GOLDEN CARE HOME HEALTH, an elite homecare provider for 26 years is hiring contracted PTs for local visits in Luzerne County.

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SUMMER EMPLOYMENT

VAN DRIVERS – TRANSPORTATION AIDES The Luzerne County Transportation Authority is accepting applications for PART TIME VAN DRIVERS and PART TIME AIDES for Summer programs . These positions are responsible for assisting van clients with transportation to area Summer Camps. Applicants must be 18 years or over, Driver applicants must have valid PA Drivers License. All applicants must pass a pre-employment drug screen, background check and complete training program. Applications are available at LCTA, 315 Northampton Street, Kingston, PA 18704 The Luzerne County Transportation Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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CDL Class B Drivers Wanted

Craft Oil Corporation, a Lubricant & Oil Equipment Distributor based in Avoca, PA is looking for Experienced, Motivated, and Dependable People to Join Our Avoca Team. Requirements: Valid CDL Class B license with Tanker & Hazmat endorsement. Minimum of 1 year driving experience, Tanker experience preferred. Territory includes counties throughout PA, NY, NJ, and DE. Competitive pay with experience factored. Full benefit package including health benefits, FSA, 401K, and paid time off. Preferred method of applying for this position is to visit our website to complete an online application.

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*Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $595 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 4/30/12.

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Just Minutes from Scranton or W-B *Tax and tags extra. Security Deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $595 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. See salesperson for details. All payments subject to credit approval by the primary lending source, Tier 0 rate. Special APR financing cannot be combined with Ford cash rebate. “BUY FOR” prices are based on 72 month at $18.30 per month per $1000 financed with $2,500 down (cash or trade). Photos of vehicles are for illustration purposes only. Coccia Ford is not responsible for any typographical errors. No Security Deposit Necessary. See dealer for details. Sale ends APRIL 30, 2012.

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Business Opportunities

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756

Medical Equipment

WALKER for handicap $6. 570-779-9791

COFFEE MAKER Bunn automatic, two burner, stainless $75. 847-3368

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630 Money To Loan

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Air Conditioners

LG&AIRHeat CONDITIONER Pump

18,000.4 SEER R410 Refrigerant Wall mounted, ductless. 220 volt. One indoor, one outdoor unit with remote control. Call 570-288-0735

710

Appliances

DISHWASHER 24”

white, 2 years old $150. obo.

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Baby Items

UMBRELLA Stroller $7. 570-779-9791

726

Clothing

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

744

Furniture & Accessories

COFFEE TABLE, solid oak, great condition, measures 53" Lx24" x 17" h $75. 570-690-6087

DINING ROOM SET

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Photo Equipment

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784

Tools

LAWN MOWER 19” rechargeable rotary mower with charger, model no 247. 370480. Like new gently used 2 years on small townhouse plot. New $400; asking $150. 570-825-2961

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ETAGERE. Curved wrought iron unit with glass shelves. $60. 570-288-5251

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Nice size 4 bedroom home with some hardwood floors, large eat in kitchen with breakfast bar. 2 car garage & partially fenced yard. Close to everything! $89,000 Call Christine Kutz 570-332-8832

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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

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1252 Main St.

3 Bedrooms 1 Bath Finished Walk-Out Basement Corner Lot Single Car Garage

$58,900

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$159,900 Good visibility commercial location. Room for up to 3 businesses! Also has 2 apartments., off-street parking for 8 w/ possibility. of much more in rear. Great for Beauty/Nail Salon, Fitness Studio, Shop, and Garage type businesses. Call CHRISTINE KUTZ for more information. 570-332-8832

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Charming remodeled 2 story is in excellent move in condition. 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, carpeted floors, patio/balcony, basement, central heating, deck/ porch, Pool, view & 2 car garage. It has new roof, windows & siding. Located in quiet development close to everything, walking distance from grocery store. School District is one of the best in the area. Taxes are cheap yet across from a wildlife preserve, so you will feel like your on vacation when sitting on your porch. For sale by owner. Act fast this charming home isn’t going to be available long! $219,000 Call 696-2009 for details or view http://1580spring creekcircle. blogspot.com

SHAVERTOWN 105 Summit Street

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

JENKINS TWP.

AKC, 8 weeks, 2 females & 2 males. Chocolate & party colors Shots & wormed. Vet checked. Home Raised. $500. 570-864-2643

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Wyoming Valley Mall must sell. $125,000 negotiable. Ask for Rob 570-693-3323

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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

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

WEST PITTSTON 225-227 Boston Ave

Double block. Wyoming Area schools. Out of flood zone. 1 side rented to long term tenant at $525 /month. Other side remodeled - move in or rent at $650/month. 3 bedrooms each side, gas furnaces, sunrooms, large yard. $149,000. Call 570-357-0042

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Apartments/ Unfurnished

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

EDWARDSVILLE

Small 2 bedroom, water included $500/mo.+ security.

PITTSON Small 1 bedroom, all

FORTY FORT

2nd floor, 4 rooms, wall to wall carpet, heat, public water, sewer & recycling fees included. Tile bathroom with shower. Attic & yard. Stove & fridge furnished. Washer / dryer hookup. Good location, off street parking, No pets. 1 year lease & security, $650. Call 570-655-0530

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

KINGSTON

Beautiful, oversized executive style apartment in large historic home. Two bedrooms, one bath, granite kitchen, hardwood floors, dining room, living room, basement storage, beautiful front porch, washer/ dryer. $1,200 monthly plus utilities. No pets. No smoking. Call 570-472-1110 KINGSTON

EATON TERRACE

317 N. Maple Ave. Large Two story, 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath, Central Heat & Air, washer/dryer in unit, parking. $840 + utilities & 1 month security 570-262-6947

KINGSTON

PETS ALLOWED!

Move right into this beautiful 4 bedroom home in desirable Rockledge development. Many upgrades & features including modern kitchen with granite countertops, 22x20 great room, 2 fireplaces, new paint, carpet, gorgeous 2 tier deck & much more. $245,000. For more information or to schedule a viewing please Call 570-242-5381 PITTSTON

175 Oak Street OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY, 4/29 1PM3PM New furnace, 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, 1st floor laundry room, 3 season porch, fenced yard and off street parking. MLS#12-721 $84,900 Call Patti 570-328-1752 Lib t R lt

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

WYOMING

DOUBLE BLOCK

Easily converts to single home. New roof, electric, windows & 2 car garage. Remodeled. 66 x 100 feet, fenced lot, $120,000. 570-693-2408

NANTICOKE 1st floor. 1 bed-

room. ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED! Off street parking. Fresh paint. NO PETS $525 + security 570-477-6018 leave message

NANTICOKE

Spacious 1 bedroom 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

30+ DAY

BEING REMODELED

NORTH WILKES-BARRE FIRST FLOOR Spacious 1 bedroom with aesthetic fireplaces, new kitchens, wallto-wall, built in appliances & MORE. APPLICATION/EMPLO YMENT VERIFICATION “being considered” NO PETS/SMOKING 2 YEARS @ $625+ UTILITIES. MANAGED!

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PITTSTON

1st floor, 2 bedrooms. All appliances included. All utilities paid; electricity by tenant. Everything brand new. Off street parking. $750 + security & references. Call 570-969-9268

PITTSTON floor, 2 bed-

2nd rooms, living room, eat in kitchen. Stove fridge, washer & dryer included. Carpeted & newly painted. Off street parking for 1 car. No smoking. No pets. $575 + utilities, security & 1st month 570-696-1485 Leave Message

PLAINS Newly remodeled, 2

bedroom. Living room, dining room, eat in kitchen, stove w/d hookup. Heat, water, sewer included. No smoking or pets. $625/month, security and references. 570-905-0186

WEST WYOMING

425 West 8th Street New 1st floor, 2 bedroom with off street parking, washer/dryer hook up, stove. No pets. $550/mo + security. Sewer & garbage included, other utilities by tenant. 570-760-0458

WEST WYOMING 932 Shoemaker

Ave. 1 bedroom, 1st floor, carpet, private drive. Gas heat, fridge, stove, w/d hookup. $425 plus utilities. No pets. 570-693-4226

WILKES-BARRE

438 Tripp St

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Apartments/ Unfurnished

included, no electric $500/mo. + security. 570-406-1061

WEST WYOMING

MOUNTAINTOP

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Modern 1 bedroom on the park between Market & Pierce Bridges. $555/mo + electric washer/dryer in apt. Air, Dishwasher, Free Internet, Parking, Storage. Call Jeff at 570-822-8577

LUZERNE

1 bedroom. Quiet, nice neighborhood. Off street parking. Heat included. $525 Call 570-441-4101

LUZERNE

378 Miller St. Recently remodeled, 1st floor. 1 bedroom, living room, large modern kitchen with stove. New bath, clean basement, laundry hookups. Enclosed porch, parking. No pets/smoking. $475/mo. includes heat and water. 570-288-9843

NANTICOKE

Honeypot Section 2nd floor, 3 room apartment. Nice neighborhood. $400 + utilities & security. No pets. Call 570-885-6878

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

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Apartments/ Unfurnished

WILKES-BARRE 155 W. River St.

1 bedroom, some appliances included, all utilities included except electric, hardwood floors, Pet friendly. $600. 570-969-9268

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1 bedroom, 2nd floor, off-street parking. Stove, fridge, washer, dryer included. Utilities by tenant. $425 + Lease andsecurity. Non smoking. No pets. Call 570-693-1582 9am - 8pm

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hot water included. $550 month + security required 973-879-4730

NANTICOKE Desirable

Lexington Village Nanticoke, PA Many ranch style homes. 2 bedrooms $900 + electric only

SQUARE FOOT RE MANAGEMENT 866-873-0478

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

971 Vacation & Resort Properties

HARVEYS LAKE

Furnished Summer Home. Weekly and/ or Monthly. Starting June to end of August. Washer & dryer. Free boat slips. Call for more details. 570-639-5041

DOLPHIN PLAZA

Rte. 315 1,000 & 3,800 Sq. Ft. WILL DIVIDE OFFICE / RETAIL Call 570-829-1206

CO$T U LE$$ LANDSCAPING

Specializing in Grass Cutting, Trimming of Shrubs & Hedges, & Mulching Call for estimates 570-239-4011

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315 PLAZA 1,750 SQ. FT. & 3,400 SQ.FT OFFICE/RETAIL 570-829-1206

WEST PITTSTON

OFFICE SPACE Containing Six sepa-

rate offices, 1 large meeting room. Segregated bathrooms. Kitchenette. Total recent renovation. Great location. Lot parking in rear. $3,500 monthly. Call 570-299-5471

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Lawn Care

GRASS CUTTING

Affordable, reliable, meticulous. Rates as low as $20. Emerald Green 570-825-4963

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Masonry

CONCRET E & MASONRY Brick, block, walks, drives, stucco, stone, chimneys and repairs.

570-283-5254

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Commercial Properties

Building & Remodeling

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HARVEYS LAKE

3 bedroom, 1 bath, eat-in kitchen, washer/dryer hookup, off street parking. $700 + utilities.

570-606-7917 leave message

KINGSTON

3 bedroom, 1 bath, 1st floor laundry, new carpeting and paint. $590 + utilities 570-814-3838

KINGSTON

Penn St. 1/2 Double, 2 bedroom. Newly remodeled. Gas Heat. Washer & dryer hookup, yard, parking. Section 8 Not Approved. No pets. $550 + utilities. 570-714-1530

WEST PITTSTON

3 bedrooms, eat in kitchen, hardwood floors, natural woodwork, garage. Walking distance to churches and schools. Non smoking, no pets. Call 570-655-2195

WILKES-BARRE

Parsons Section 3 bedroom. Off street parking. Pets welcome. $550/mo. Credit / Criminal check required. Call 570-266-5336

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BACK MOUNTAIN

JACKSON TWP. 3 bedroom home on Hillside Road. $650/mo + utilities. Lake Lehman School District. No pets. Call American Asphalt Paving Co., at 570-696-1181, ext. 243 between 7:00AM and 3PM Monday -Friday

HOUSE CLEANING

We would love to clean your home. We clean around your schedule. We clean weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly. We also do one time cleaning. Call Eddie 570-677-0344 or online at www. empresacleaning. com

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Hauling & Trucking

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

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DALLAS

FOR SALE OR RENT Single home in gated retirement village. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garage. Granite countertops, hardwood floors, gas fireplace, appliances included. Quiet 55 plus community. No Pets. One year lease. $1675/mo + utilities & security. Monthly maintenance fee included. 570-592-3023

HARDING

WILKES-BARRE 1 bedroom. Heat &

953 Houses for Rent

Mt. Zion Road 6 rooms and bath, stove provided, washer/dryer hookup, no pets or smoking. $650/ month, plus utilities, & security deposit. Call 570-388-2675 or 570-388-6860

Applewood Acres

Apartments Come in and see our spacious 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments with heat and water included!

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Z7 1 A L L S TA R ED ITIO N Stk.#12157,3.7L I5 A utom atic,K eyless R em ote D oor L ock,A ir,P W ,P D L ,L ocking R ear D ifferential,O nstar w / T urn-B y-T urn N avigation,B luetooth,X M Satellite R ad io M S RP $28,350

Stk. #12506,Vortec 4.3L V 6 M F I 4 Sp eed A utom atic, A ir C ond itioning,L ocking R ear D ifferential,17” Steel W heels,40/20/40 Sp lit B ench Seat,Stabilitrak

27,400

M S RP $

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22,999

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201 2 C HEV Y C AM ARO C O UP E

219

201 2 C H EV Y S ILV ERA D O 1 500 REG UL A R C A B

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17,450

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16,995

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Stk. #12296

15,999

$ AV AILAB LE

31,999

M PG hw y (ECO )

Stk. #12212,1.8L E C O T E C -V V T D O H C 4 C yl, A uto,Stabilitrak,X M R ad io,A M /F M /C D ,P D L , A /C ,R earW ip erW asher,Sp oiler,O nStar

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Stk. #12607,2.4L D O H C 4 C ylind er,6 Sp eed A utom atic, R em ote K eyless E ntry,Pow er W ind ow s,Pow er D oor L ocks,Pow er M irrors,17” W heels,A M /F M /C D ,C ruise C ontrol,O nStar w / T urn-B y-T urn N avigation, X M Satellite R ad io,T ilt Steering W heel M S RP $24,355

M PG hw y

P ER M O N TH Fo r 39 M o s .

AV AILAB LE

Stk. #12418,2.4L D O H C ,6 Sp eed A utom atic T ransm ission, A ir C ond itioning,Pow er W ind ow s,Pow er D oor L ocks, O nStar w / T urn-B y-T urn N avigation,R em ote K eyless E ntry, A M /F M /C D /M P 3,X M Satellite R ad io M S RP $22,755

L EASE FO R O N LY

38,090

M S RP $

AV AILAB LE

Stk. #12198,1.8 E C O T E C V V T D O H C 4 C ylind er,6 Sp eed A uto,A ir C ond itioning,Pow erW ind ow s,Pow er D oor L ocks,Pow er M irrors, B luetooth,O nStar w / T urn-B y-T urn N avigation,X M Satellite R ad io, F ront B ucket Seats,U SB A ud io Interface M S RP $18,740

Stk.#12333,5.3L V 8,AT ,A /C ,Pow erW ind ow s,Pow er D oor L ocks,E Z L ift T ailgate,L ocking R ear D ifferential,A lum . W heels,O nStar T urn-by-T urn N avigation,X M Satellite

201 2 C HEV Y EQ UIN O X L S FW D

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36,550

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24,599

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100 0 1

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201 2 C HEV Y EX P RES S 2500 C A RG O V A N

24,175

M S RP $

Stk. #12525,Vortec 4.3L V 6 4 Sp eed A utom atic T ransm ission, A ir C ond itioning,L ocking R ear D ifferential,C ruise C ontrol, 17” SteelW heels,40/20/40 Sp lit B ench R eclining F ront Seat

STAR TIN G AT

19,888

0% $

APR Fo r72 M o s .

26,665

M S RP $

Stk.#12063,3.5L V 6 A utom atic,D ualZ one A ir C onditioning,Stabilitrak,Six-W ay Pow er D river Seat, PW ,PD L ,T ilt,O nStar,X M Satellite R adio

20 $ AV AILAB LE

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20,999

*†

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28,125

M S RP $

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Stk. #12060,4.8L V 8,A ir C ond itioning,A M /F M Stereo,L ocking R ear D ifferential,16” W heel, F ull F loor C overing,C ustom C loth Seats

23,999

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30,680

M S RP $

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Stk.#12281

L EASE FO R O N LY

249

ULTRA S O N IC P A RK A S S IS T

50,435

M S RP $

Stk.#12548,5.3L V 8 6 Sp eed A uto.,P W ,P D L , 3rd R ow Seat,O nStar,X M Satellite R ad io,H eated FrontSeats,Sunroof,B ose Stereo & M ore!

†

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45,999

*Price of vehicle plus tax and tags. Prices include all applicable rebates. * Price also includes Trade-In Bonus Cash (see dealer for qualification). *† Price includes AARP incentive (See dealer for details); SILVERADO - Lease for $299 per month plus tax & tags, 39 month lease, 10K miles per year; $853.41 due at leasing signing. Lease payment includes GM competitive lease incentive (must currently lease a 1999 or newer non-GM vehicle to qualify, GM competitive lease can be transferred in same household; Low APR in lieu of rebates; †CRUZE- $149 per month plus tax, 24 month lease, 12K miles per year, Total due at signing $2418.38= includes tags and 1st payment; †MALIBU- $169 per month plus tax, 24 month lease, 12K miles per year, Total due at signing=$2198.83. Includes tags and 1st payment; †EQUINOX- $219 per month plus tax, 24 month lease, 12K miles per year, Total due at signing=$2354. Includes tags and 1st payment; †TRAVERSE $249 per month plus tax, 24 month lease, 12K miles per year, Total due at signing=$1514. Includes tags & 1st payment; Lease Specials are to well qualified buyers (S-Tier 800+) Artwork for illustration only. Must take delivery by April 30, 2012. Not responsible for typographical errors.

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YOUR CAREER. REINVENTED. Picture a new kind of future – one where you can make an impact, not just a living. Train for a career in insurance and ﬁnancial product sales with The Prudential Insurance Company of America’s Financial Professional Program.

You’ll learn hands-on from seasoned professionals, in the classroom and the ﬁeld. And you’ll get the support you need to prepare for required licensing exams. All while receiving a generous compensation and beneﬁts package. After your training period, you’ll have a world of opportunities – including the chance to lead your own practice.

of Times Leader readers read the Classiﬁed section. *2008 Pulse Research

What Do You Have To Sell Today?

Want to make an exciting career change? If you have a strong interest in ﬁnancial sales, email your resume or call me today. Lisa Hummel Agency Recruiter 32 Scranton Ofﬁce Park Scranton, PA 18507 Phone 570-340-7052 Fax 570-340-7063 www.applicationstation.com Code: PRUDWB_2R Lisa.Hummel@Prudential.com

533

Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair

533

Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair

Lawn Care Technician Looking for career change?

We provide initial & ongoing training. Our technicians apply fertilizer, lime & weed preventatives as well as insect control & turf aeration services for residential & commercial customers. Full time work. Monday-Friday. 8 AM – 5 PM. Must have good math skills, clean driving record & pass physical & drug test.

Apply online at: www.grasshopperlawns.com Or stop in for application at: 470 E. State Street Larksville, PA 18651 Questions? Email Brian Phillips at: Grasshopper.jobs@gmail.com

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We are the bottler of choice for many of the world’s largest companies. Due to the addition of high volume, national contracts, we are expanding our production capabilities. We are looking to fill the following full time positions, for various weekday and weekend shifts: • Maintenance Technicians - Minimum 3 yrs mechanical trouble-shooting experience in a packaging process environment. PLC, welding & pipefitting skills required. Experience with gearboxes, pumps, hydraulic/pneumatic systems, and filling equipment preferred.

PRESS PERSON Local printing company now hiring a Press Person. Minimum of 2 years experience with 4-Color Process and Perfecting. Must be willing to work any shift and some weekends including overtime. Competitive wages and benefits. Send Resume Only, No Phone Calls PLEASE!

• Quality Control Technicians - Previous QC experience preferred, but not

• Production Line Operators - Experienced preferred, but not required.

We oﬀer competitive pay rates and a clean, safe work environment: Excellent health insurance plan, paid sick & vacation time, 401(k).

INDEPENDENT GRAPHICS P.O. BOX 703 PITTSTON, PA 18640

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412 Autos for Sale

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Electrical

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308 Main Street, Dickson City

570-383-9906

‘05 ‘05 SEBRING SEBRING

4 Cyl, Auto, FWD, A/C, 4Dr, Pwr

$4,995* ‘04 PONTIAC GRAND AM GT COUPE

required.

• Forklift Drivers - Experience with all types of lift equipment required.

412 Autos for Sale

Suspension

Call 829-7130 to place your ad. The Prudential Insurance Company of America, Newark, New Jersey and its afﬁliates are Equal Opportunity/Afﬁrmative Action Employers and are committed to diversity in its workforce. Prudential is an employer that participates in E-Verify. Prudential, the Prudential logo and the Rock symbol are service marks of Prudential Financial, Inc. and its related entities.

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6 Cyl, Auto, FWD, A/C, Pwr

$5,295*

SELL

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‘03 MAZDA MPV

Auto, FWD, A/C, Pwr

$4,995* ‘04 HYUNDAI SANTA FE

V6, 4WD, Auto, A/C, Pwr

$5,995*

‘02 SATURN L-100 88K, V6, Auto, FWD, Pwr

68K, 4WD, Auto, Moonroof, A/C

412 Autos for Sale

$7,995*

$3,295* *Plus Tax and Tags

4 Cyl, Auto, FWD, A/C, Pwr

$3,995*

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SUNDAY, APRIL 29, 2012 PAGE 13 468

The Dispatch LOCAL PROS CHIMNEY/CONSTRUCTION

HEALTH/BEAUTY 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.

Shirley Berti Hair Designs

I RETURN ALL CALLS! 570-457-5849

HOME IMPROVEMENT

CONSTRUCTION

Exterior Home Improvements By

CHRIS LATONA

NORTHEAST WINDOW, INC.

General Contractor

Ceramic Tile Work - Kitchens - Bathrooms - Garages - Replacement Windows - New Homes - Additions - Doors Complete Remodeling FREE Estimates - Insured

Locally Owned & Operated Since 1987

• Windows • Siding • Enclosures • Fiberglass Doors

Call 570-766-1785

MARTIAL ARTS

CNC/LATHE PROGRAMMER EXPERIENCED

3D experience with Mastercam/ Solid Works a must! Knowledge of metal cutting tools & methodology, Computer literate word, excel, etc.

MECHANICAL DESIGNER EXPERIENCED

Experience with CAD and Solid Works a must! Experience with sheet metal and die design, work as team player to coordinate project assignments. Certificate or associates degree required.

PRESSURE WASHING

PRESSURE WASHING Siding, Decks, Patios, Concrete & Roofs. 570-655-1775

AEROSPACE WELDER EXPERIENCED

Experience in aerospace or related industry. GTAW experience, previously certified to AWSD17.1 or MIL-STD-1595, ability to pass NADCAP welding certification for alum, stainless, and titanium alloys in horz/vert positions.

TRAVEL

BEE CLEAN

CNC SETUP/OPERATOR

Overnight Junket to Atlantic City’s Taj Mahal!

Ability to setup and run CNC, this includes changing tooling ability to factor feed rates using the latest tooling technology. Must have setup experience.

Tuesday, May 8 & 9

Bruce Moluski 570-457-1840

Complementary room, transportation & baggage handling. Food, Beverages & Snacks served on bus. $25 per person.

SEND RESUME VIA EMAIL: R.DELVALLE@USMAERO.NET

Al Lispi: 570-814-3137 or 570-823-9578

906 Homes for Sale

Production/ Operations

HAS OPENINGS FOR:

Kung Fu - Self Defense - Kickboxing - Tai Chi Women’s Self Defense & Kickboxing Classes Helps Children Develop Concentration, Discipline, Leadership, Patience, Respect & Goal Setting Tai-Chi Classes Slow Motion, Low-Impact Exercise, Improves Balance, Joint Flexibility, Blood Flow, Leg Strength, Relieves Stress & Promotes Well Being. 417 Main Street, Duryea, PA 18642 570-457-2591 www.rothrockskungfu.com

Power Wash & Landscaping Services Rain Gutter Cleaning, Shrub & Tree Trimming & Removal Retaining Wall, Pavers & More

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USM Aerostructures Corp

ROTHROCK’S KUNG FU & TAI CHI ACADEMY Call Today for 2 Free Private Classes

Serving NEPA for 24 Years Complete Landscaping Design & Lawn Maintenance Free Estimates/Fully Insured 570-287-4780

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Production/ Operations

Local & long distance moves. Residential, Offices & Institutional moves. (570) 299-7852 jcawleymoving@yahoo.com

P.A. Landscaping & Lawn Services, Inc.

1-800273-7130 for Local Pros

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JASON CAWLEY, PITTSTON

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!

PA# HIC EA 18685

906 Homes for Sale

J. CAWLEY MOVING, LLC

MARTIRANO OUTDOOR SERVICES

570-457-0087

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

MOVING

LANDSCAPING

Complete Home Remodeling, Kitchens, Baths, Drywall, Windows, Siding & Roofs.

570-760-2035

570-654-1557

PA018418

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NOBODY Pays More

Lawns cut, shrubs, pruned, small landscaping projects & odd jobs.

570.654.4220 www.northeastwindow.com

Quality Works at Aﬀordable Prices

Auto Parts

$125 EXTRA IF DRIVEN, DRAGGED OR PUSHED IN!

LAWN MAINTENANCE

FREE ESTIMATES

457-8145 or 655-0777

JOHN PREGMON CONSTRUCTION

• Storm Doors • Vinyl Railings • Rooﬁng • And More

468

BUYING JUNK VEHICLES $300 AND UP

LAWNCARE

HAIR AT HOME

CHIMNEY REPAIR AND REBUILDING

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TTo o Place Place Y Your our A Ad d CCall all 1 -800-273-7130 1-800-273-7130

Auto Parts

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The Greater Pittston Chamber of Commerce presents

A Beneﬁt Concert to Support the Hometown Heroes Memorial

Saturday, May 12th • 7pm to 11pm at The Open Space Center 71 South Main Street, Pittston

Captain T.J. Hromisin

Army Specialist Dale Kridlo

Critically wounded in the Iraq conﬂict

Police Ofﬁcer Rodney F. Pocceschi

Lieutenant Colonel Richard Berrettini

1st Lieutenant Jeffrey DePrimo

PA State Trooper Joshua Miller

BENEFIT CONCERT REGISTRATION FORM

I will be attending the beneﬁt concert at $30 per person to support the Hometown Heroes Memorial. THANK YOU FOR I will need ______ reservation(s). My total amount enclosed is $_______. SUPPORTING YOUR HOMETOWN ❏ No, I will be unable to attend. Please accept my donation of $_______. HEROES! Attendees:

❏ YES!

___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ Contact number: ( ______ ) _______–_________

GREATER PITTSTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 570.655.1424 info@pittstonchamber.org.

FEATURING

Bill Gelb

and the

Banana Hammocks Band Beer, soft drinks and a light fare menu will be served. TO RSVP, PLEASE MAIL THIS FORM WITH YOUR PAYMENT BY MAY 7TH, 2012

750176

To attend, please return this form with your payment to The Greater Pittston Chamber of Commerce at P.O. Box 704, Pittston, PA 18640. Please make checks payable to: GPCC Hometown Heroes Memorial. Reservation deadline is May 7th, 2012.

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5,395

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7,495

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