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The end of the signature? I always thought the first thing technology would kill would be currency, paper money and weighty coins being done away with by debit cards and smart phone apps. I never dreamed it would be handwriting. But that may well be the case. Talk of schools omitting cursive writing as a curriculum requirement go back a few years but lately the concept is gaining traction. I read that 44 states no longer mandate the teaching of cursive writing. Kids are still taught to print the letters of the alphabet, but rather than learning cursive writing as the next step in their communication skill development, they learn the keyboard. The pedagogy is clear: typing, not handwriting is the future. A friend of mine dramatically asks, “Could this mean the end of the signature?” Sounds crazy, but it just might. Our signatures, as uniquely individual as they are, all grew

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out of our mastery of cursive writing – our learning to produce curving, linked letters the very same way as everyone else. Adaptation to our personal styles would come later and go in all sorts of directions but the foundation was the same. I just scribbled down my own signature and must say the only hint at cursive training – and, believe me, a hint is all there is – is in the capital R., my middle initial for Richard, and perhaps the ‘m and ‘n’ at the end of Ackerman. My signature is straight up and down, not at all slanted, and is more akin to printing than writing. And the capital ‘E’ kicking it all off, if standing alone, wouldn’t resemble a letter of the alphabet at all. Still, all the letters of Edward and Ackerman are linked to one another, a tenet of cursive I’ve not left behind. What a contrast to my mom’s signature, I thought, and even to my wife’s. Mary Kay’s is about as cursive as it could be, the kind that surely would gar-

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ner a gold star in second grade. How appropriate to our personalities, by the way – Mary Kay the more thoughtful, orderly person; I the more haphazard, impulsive one. I’d recognize Mary Kay’s signature anywhere and she mine. And more importantly, we’d recognize our own, a hedge against forgery. Can you imagine a time in the future when such a thing would not exist? “I can,” my son said on the phone Friday night. “Really?” I asked. “I hardly ever sign my name,” he responded and he wasn’t kidding. He’s 25 and up to his eyeballs in technology, most of it involving communication, and has no problem with schools teaching kids keyboarding rather than handwriting. In fact, he thinks it’s a good idea. “I never write on paper,” he added. “You do have a checking account?” I asked.

“Of course,” he answered, but I never write a check. “All my bills are deducted automatically from my account. And even if they weren’t, I’d pay them online.” I got to thinking, not only does my son never write a check, he never writes anything, not on paper anyway. He always has an iPhone and an iPad with him and that’s where he “jots” things down. While I think “pencil and paper,” he thinks “keyboard and computer screen.” If he’s the model then the educators know what they’re talking about. Who needs handwriting? Now that I think about it, this has not happened overnight. How many Christmas cards of late have the sender’s name laser printed in a carefully chosen font? How many birthdays are noted with e-cards that sing from my computer but bear no one’s real signature? Even birthday cakes have gone techno with laser printed photographs of the honored

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guest where once there was “Happy Birthday” in pink or blue icing cursively squeezed out of a tube by the chef with the best handwriting? What the demise of the signature will do to the whole autograph business I have no idea. But I imagine when Andy Warhol’s prediction that someday everyone in America will be famous for 15 minutes comes to pass, autographs will no longer count for a heck of a lot. Which probably wouldn’t be a bad thing when all is said and done. On the whole, I suppose I’m not questioning the end of cursive writing and possibly the signature as much as I’m just trying to digest it. I’m having trouble picturing the Declaration of Independence with a list of neatly typed names at the bottom in place of all those wild, demonstrative signatures. Is it me or does John Hancock tend to lose something when envisioned in Helvetica bold?

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1.5 mile trail along river ravaged by recent flood, general neglect By Jack Smiles

Associate Editor

Patio furniture and miscellaneous trash are piled at the end of the 1.5-mile recreation trail in Jenkins Township. PHOTOS BY BILL TARUTIS

Discarded tires adorn the trailscape.

the Luzerne County Redevelopment Authority. Under the agreement the non-profit had with the authority, the authority is responsible for trail maintenance. Redevelopment Authority di-

rector Andy Reilly said maintenance of the trail – which has been hit by vandalism, littering and dumping – is tough under normal circumstances. “It’s A portion of the trail covered by branches and flood debris. See TRAIL, Page 6

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arrie Stella of Plains likes to push her daughter Samantha in a stroller along the Luzerne County National Recreation Trail in Pittston, but she doesn’t like carrying the stroller. That’s what she had to do on Tuesday afternoon. She and her walking companion had to carefully carry the stroller through a 25-foot long debris field covering the trail near the .04 mike marker. “It’s pretty rough right now,” Stella said. “They’re going to have to clean it up if they want to keep it open.” Left by the flood, the debris is mostly logs and branches, but mid-week it also included a 55gallon drum, numerous plastic containers, a Domino’s pizza sign and a toilet seat. At the south end of the trail a gate under the viaduct trapped another large pile of debris with a boat seat, pallets and tires scattered through it. All along the trail, lengths of the fence are either missing or bent at 45 degree angles and there are deep ruts running lengthwise on the crushed stone trail bed and gullies across it. A 15-foot tree branch sits atop the fence near the .02 mark crushing the top pipe. Along the entire trail where the fence is intact it is intertwined with vegetation left by the flood. The river was four to five feet deep on the trail and raging at the river’s crest. The crushed stone was loosened along much of the path and, coupled with the debris, makes the trail unsuitable for jogging or even a brisk walk without a pair of heavy shoes. The missing sections of the fence which is supposed to separate the trail from the still-active rail line create a safety issue. Luzerne County National Recreation Trail, Inc. is the nonprofit organization which designed the trail, raised money and applied for grants. Keith Moss is the non-profit’s president. The trail is on the right-of-way of the Luzerne County Railroad, which is under the umbrella of

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Flood damage, vandalism plague river trail

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Greenfield’s ‘Munch at the Moose’ rocks WP Chef Pat Greenfield steps up to give flood victims a break on Sundays By Jack Smiles

Associate Editor

oose Lodge administrator Bernie Cassetori was talking to some members one day about the flood when he wondered aloud, “Where are all those people who go to Agolino’s for Sunday breakfast going?” Then the idea hit him: provide an alternative with a breakfast buffet at the Moose. And for good measure why not a breakfast prepared by an executive chef? He called Pat Greenfield, owner and chef of Grico’s in Exeter which is closed since it was severely damaged by fire on August 26. “Bernie asked me,” Greenfield said. “He’s a good friend and when he asked me I said yes.” Cassetori said he and Greenfield became friends over 20 years ago when she bought Grico’s. “It was my favorite restaurant. It’s the kind of place where you go in and they know what you want.” The breakfast has been offered for four weeks, the fifth week is today, and it’s grown by word of mouth each week. Cassetori said the breakfast won’t be permanent. “There will come a day when it will end. Agolino’s is expected to be closed eight weeks, so maybe four more weeks.” Cassetori said the breakfast involves serving more than just food. “We’re happy the people in are town getting together. It’s a nice little mixer.” Greenfield said she has connected with some of her Grico’s customers at the breakfast. “It’s fun to see everybody. And it’s fun to get up at 4:30,” she added with a laugh. The breakfast, which Greenfield calls “Moose Sunday Munch” runs from 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. It’s an all-you-can-eat deal with basics like eggs, bacon, sausage, hash browns, fresh fruit and pastries served with hot coffee, tea and juices. And there are extras like pumpkin pecan pancakes with cinnamon butter and maple syrup and, today, an apple crisp.

West Pittston Moose Lodge administrator Bernie Cassetori, left, and guest chef Pat Greenfield chat over coffee during Sunday breakfast at the Moose Lodge. The breakfast is being offered temporarily while local residents come back from the recent flood.

Sophia Peter, left, plays a video game with her nephew Roan Beamer, 3, at the Moose Lodge Sunday breakfast buffet.

The cost is $6.95plus tax and $4.00 for children under 10. The Moose Lodge is at 425 Exeter Avenue in West Pittston. The phone is 654-1635 Greenfield said she has no long range plans concerning reopening Grico’s or opening a restaurant at a different location. “I’m waiting to see what happens with insurance and stuff. I

have options and offers and I’m waiting to see how things work out. I’m taking it slowly.” In the meantime Greenfield is keeping her catering business going working out of the old Seton Catholic high school kitchen which she rented. She said she’s been busy with weddings and parties, and she’s booking Christmas parties.

Tierney Beamer, left, holds her one-month-old niece Taven Beamer of Kingston at the West Pittston Moose Lodge breakfast buffet on Sunday morning. PHOTOS BY BILL TARUTIS

Completion of turning lane on 8th Bridge at a standstill for now

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River must recede before bridge can proceed

Construction on hold of the turning lane from River Street onto the new Eighth Street Bridge in Jenkins Township. PHOTOS BY BILL TARUTIS

By Jack Smiles

Associate Editor

old bridge before it is demolished and the causeway can’t be moved until the water goes down. May said the river must recede to six feet before the job can be finished. The bridge was not damaged by the flooding. The river level at Wilkes-Barre was 9.4 on Friday.

Construction is at a standstill on the turning lane from River Street onto the new Eighth Street Bridge in Jenkins Township.

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he new Eighth Street Bridge is finished, but the east side entrance isn’t. Motorists traveling south in Jenkins Township have to negotiate a sharp turn around a construction barrier to get on the bridge. The new bridge opened in March and the east section of the old bridge was taken down in July. The rest of the bridge was supposed to be taken down in August. The east side entrance was supposed to be completed in September. But the flood and continued high water has put work on the bridge on hold. A large crane sits idle where the turning lane should be. James May of the PennDOT Community Relations Department talked to the project engineer this week and relayed an explanation. “It’s a domino effect,” May said. “We can’t finish the turning lane until we move the equipment and barrier; we can’t move the equipment and barrier until

we finish the wing wall; and we can’t finish the wing wall until the water goes down.” The wing walls keep dirt and mud from the river away from the bridge. The domino theory goes for the causeway which was built to catch the old bridge section when it was taken down. The causeway has to be moved under the still-standing section of the

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This large shed washed up on an island in the Susquehanna River as viewed from the recreation trail in Jenkins Township.

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daunting,” he said. “I would say if we were asked today we wouldn’t make that agreement.” As to the flood damage, Reilly said he would send a crew to the trail to see what they could do temporarily to make the area safer. As to a major repair, that will have to wait. “We don’t have the manpower to do it right now. We’re spread too thin. We have to see if we can get some disaster relief.” Pittston city manager Joe Moskovitz said it is possible FEMA will help with some money for clean up and repair of the trail. He said while FEMA doesn’t

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WA grad Ryan Jones, professional country musician, died on Wednesday By Jessica Sabol

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Editor’s note: Ryan Jones, 30, a native of Exeter and a Wyoming Area graduate, died on Wednesday in Nashville where he was a professional county music musician with the LoCash Cowboys and where he was known as “Troop.” He was the son of Marilyn Gubbioti, well known funeral director from Exeter. His obituary is on page 58. Jessica Sabol was a close friend of Ryan from their days at Wyoming Area. She was in the WA Drama Club with him and performed with him in a few musicals including “Guys and Dolls” in 1997. She is a periodic contributor to the Sunday Dispatch. I open my mouth to the Lord, and I won’t turn back. For those of us who had the privilege to know him, Ryan “Troop” Jones was nothing short of a phenomenon. You see, there was just something about him. He wasn’t your average person; he wasn’t your average guy. In fact, Ryan was much more than that. He was everything a mother would want in her son, everything a father would want in a future son-in-law, everything a teacher would want to become of his or her student, and everything a friend would want in another friend.

At the age of three, when other kiddos were busy collecting toy cars and trucks, Ryan was busy finding his love, his passion, and his excellence as a classical violinist. As a senior in high school, when other teens were too worried about the latest gossip, Ryan was playing alongside the Charlie Daniels Band at the Kirby Center. In his 20s, when others his age were consumed with partying and crazy lifestyles, Ryan took a chance, packed his bags, and headed to Nashville. Armed with a fiddle and some flair, Ryan found his calling, and he certainly wasn’t going to turn back. I will go. I shall go. In 2005, Ryan joined the country music band, LoCash Boys. He had made it. The young boy from Exeter who once performed on the stage at Wyoming Area was now a touring musician, making a living and a life for himself doing what he loved. His enthusiasm for life spilled over in his performances. Ryan was a true artist. He understood what it felt like to have the “need to create” and was able to share his creations with everyone he touched. Ryan was known throughout the music community as the musician who twirled his bow, tossed it in the air, and never failed to sing out loud to the song in his heart.

I’ll see what the end is going to be. Ryan lived his life to the fullest every day. He was an unbelievable talent and a gentle soul. Everyone who knew him loved him. When you spoke to him, he actually listened. If you were down on your luck, he’d be right there to pick you back up. He was a true gentleman, a class act. Ryan left us on October 19 to share his talent with a new audience in the heavens above. To Marilyn Gubbiotti, Ryan’s beloved mother: I know that words cannot heal. All I will say is thank you; thank you for bringing Ryan into this world and for raising such a wonderful son. Know that he left a beautiful mark on every person he met. Know that he will never be forgotten. Know that Ryan’s “Army” is right here … right beside you … every step of the way. I open my mouth to the Lord, and I won’t turn back. I will go. I shall go. I’ll see what the end is going to be.

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Armed with a fiddle and some flair

Ryan Jones, a Wyoming Area graduate who made it to the big time in country music, died unexpectedly Wednesday at age 30.

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LOCAL CHATTER

Cipriani publishes article in international journal Locals participate in Mayhem at the Monster Bash at the Music Box

Joseph A. Cipriani

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West Wyoming’s Joseph A. Cipriani, Jr., Ed.D., O.T.R./L., professor of occupational therapy at Misericordia University, had an article published in the international journal, Nursing and Residential Care, in October. The article, “Improving Mental Health Through ‘Giving Activities,’ ’’ was published in the volume 13, issue 10 October 2011, pages 490-492 of the United Kingdom-based journal upon invitation of the journal’s editor. The article focuses on how older adults who live in nursing homes have needs that aren’t met when they are passive recipients of care for their basic needs. One of those unmet needs is to do things for others. Dr. Cipriani’s piece gives practical suggestions for programming based on what the research says about altruism. Dr. Cipriani earned his B.A. degree from Wilkes College, a B.S. degree from Misericordia University, M.A. degree from Wichita State University, and his Ed.D. from Nova Southeastern University. Dr. Cipriani is a full professor in the Department of Occupational Therapy. Professor Cipriani has presented 12 papers at national or international conferences in occupational therapy, often in conjunction with student research groups. He has presented in venues as diverse as the American Occupational Therapy Association National Conferences; World Federation of Occupational Therapists Congress (Montreal, Canada; Stockholm, Sweden), and the World

The Music Box Players will present Mayhem at the Monster Bash, a Music Box Murder Mystery, on October 28, 29, and 30 at the Music Box Dinner Playhouse, 196 Hughes Street, Swoyersville. Mayhem at the Monster Bash was written by Paula Hilton. This audience participation murder mystery is directed by Jessica Werbin of West Pittston and the cast includes Gina Morrison, Jim Kennelly, Nicole Dobosh of West Pittston, Courtney Hahn of Avoca, and Matt Wegener. On October 28 and 29, the bar opens at 6 p.m., and the buffet dinner and show start at 6:30 p.m. On Sunday, October 30, the bar opens at 1 p.m., and dinner and show begins at 1:30 p.m. All seats are $30 for dinner and show. For more information, and to make reservations, call (570) 283-2195 or 800-698-PLAY. Jessica Werbin, the director, is a substitute teacher for Wyoming Area high school and a member of the board of directors at the Music Box Dinner Playhouse. She is a graduate of Wilkes University, and has appeared in many shows at the Music Box, including The Full Monty and White Christmas. Nicole Dobosh of West Pittston is a graduate of Marywood University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre/Communications. She continues to get involved with many community theatres around NEPA. This is her first production with The Music Box. Courtney Hahn of Avoca, attended Pittston Area High School and has appeared in White Christmas at the Music Box, as well as The Wedding Singer and Cabaret. She recently directed The Odd Couple at Pittston Area High School. She was active in plays at the Middle and High School drama clubs, and graduated in 2008. She also performed with the APPLAUSE theatre group. Pictured from left are Nicole Dobosh of West Pittston, Jim Kennelly, Gina Morrison, Courtney Hahn of Avoca and Matt Wegener. Congress of Rehabilitation International (Oslo, Norway). He has also co-authored 11 articles in professional journals, and written two book chapters. Dr. Cipriani has published in well known journals such as Physical and Occupational Therapy in Geriatrics; The Australian Journal of Occupational Therapy; The World Federation of Occupational Therapists Bulletin; Arthritis Care and Research; and has an article in press in the British Journal of Occupational Therapy. Most of his published research has been in the practice area of geriatrics and has been co-authored by students within

the occupational therapy program. Dr. Cipriani was honored with the 1995 Misericordia University Teaching Excellence Award and in 2007, the Lewis & Barbara Alesi Excellence in Scholarship Award. He is one of only 4 professors in the history of Misericordia University to win more than one of the three highest faculty awards. Cipriani resides in West Wyoming with his wife Eileen. They have two sons, David, a sophomore at Kings and Michael, a junior at Wyoming Area. Happy BirthdayLillian Goldstein of Duryea

celebrated on October 22. Doreen Brown of Old Forge will celebrate on October 26. Rita Mauriello of Exeter will celebrate on October 27. Anniversary WishesHappy anniversary to Donna and George Doman of Larksville celebrated their 30th wedding anniversary on October 17. Jill and Ron Orth of Harding are celebrating their first anniversary today, October 23. Debbie and Patrick Talipan of Pittston Township will celebrate their 21st anniversary on October 26. Mrs. Talipan is the former Debbie Schreiber. They

have been blessed with four children: Bryan, Justin, Kevin and Kaitlyn. Cathy and Joe Mauriello of Exeter will celebrate on October 27. New ArrivalsA boy was born to Betty and Kenneth Shandra of Pittston October 1. A girl was born to Michele and James Shaffer of Exeter on October 11. A girl was born to Christine and Robert Smith of Dupont on October 11. Dean’s ListAshley Hetro of Exeter has been named to the summer 2011 Dean’s List at University of the Sciences. Hetro is a doctor of pharmacy student.

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Recent GradSamuel J. Parente, son of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Parente, has graduated from Lackawanna Junior College with honors and earned an Associate in Science degree. Samuel is a 2009 Pittston Area graduate. While attending Lackawanna Junior College, Sam was captain of the Division II men’s baseball team and was chosen to the All Region Team and a First Team top five player. Sam was also included in the region’s top ten players whose names were in nomination for All American consideration for 2010 and 2011. While at Lackawanna he was named the Most Valuable Player for 2010-2011. Sam in now continuing his education at the University of Pittsburgh and is a member of the men’s baseball team.

Flooded-out library serving customers in temporary location By Steve Mocarsky The Times Leader

ibraries, businesses and volunteers from near and far stepped up to help the flooded-out West Pittston Library reopen in a new temporary location. The library on Wednesday

welcomed patrons to its shortterm home – the former Blockbuster Video store in Insalaco’s Shopping Center at Wyoming and Boston avenues – with coffee and donuts at a low-key grand opening. Floodwaters inundated the 2,400-square-foot, 1920s-era librarybuilding on Exeter Avenue

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West Pittston Library back in business

See LIBRARY, Page 44

Maria Heck; Anne Bramblett-Barr, librarian; Helen Soska and Cheryl Butera, library aides, at the temporary location of the West Pittston Library at the Insalaco shopping Center.. PHOTOS BY TONY CALLAIO

Ryan Keith Brown, 10, of West Pittston, is happy to see the library back in circulation, but is happier to have a snack the library provided on opening day.

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MATTERS OF FAITH

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St. Jude Novena continues through Friday The 54th Annual Novena in honor of Saint Jude will be held at Our Lady of the Eucharist Parish (St. Mary, Help of Christians Church), 535 North Main Street, Pittston, through Friday, October 28. There will be two services daily. Mass, followed by novena prayers and veneration of the relic of St. Jude, Patron Saint of Hopeless Cases and Things Despaired Of will be celebrated Mondays through Fridays at noon and at 7:00 p.m., Saturdays at noon and at 4:00 p.m., and Sundays at 10:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. The Rosary will be recited before all services and Confessions will be heard prior to all services. The following guest homilists are scheduled for the remainder of the novena: Msgr. John Jordan; Sunday, October 23, at 10:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Rev. Thomas J. Maloney; Monday, October 24, at noon and 7:00 p.m., Rev. Richard Cirba; Tuesday, October 25, at noon and 7:00 p.m., Rev. Louis Grippe; Wednesday, October 26, at noon and 7:00 p.m., Rev. Joseph Sica; Thursday, October 27, at noon and 7:00 p.m., Rev. Patrick Albert; and Thursday, October 28, at noon, Rev. John Lapera. Rev. John M. Lapera, Diocesan Secretary for Pastoral Planning and Director of Called to Holiness and Mission, will celebrate the Solemn Closing Liturgy on Friday, October 28, at 7:00 p.m. Father Lapera also serves as the pastor of the Church of St. Gregory, Clarks Green. For additional information, please call the parish office at 654-0263. TRUNK OR TREAT A Trunk or Treat will be held on Halloween night, Monday, October 31from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Immaculate Conception Church parking lot. 604, Luzerne Avenue. Games, refreshments, prizes and plenty of treats for kids. Vote for the best decorated trunk. Immaculate conception is part of Corpus Christi Parish.

Wimpie sale at St. Peter’s, Hughestown St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, 100 Rock Street, Hughestown, will offer a take-out only sale of wimpies on Nov. 18 from 11 to 1 p.m. Donation is $1.50. Orders must be placed by Nov. 1. Bring your own containers.

WIMPIE SALE St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, 100 Rock Street, Hughestown, will offer a take-out only sale of wimpies on, Nov. 18 from 11 to 1 p.m. Donation is $1.50. Orders must be placed by Nov. 1, bring your own containers. Nut roll and poppy seed will be sold by St. Peter’s Lutheran Church on Nov. 21, Donation is $7.75. Deadline to order is Nov.13. Pick up will be Nov. 21 from 12 to 4 p.m. For both of these sales contact Carolyn 654-1849 or Ruth 6541594. DAY OF RECOLLECTION The Ladies of Charity, Diocese of Scranton, have scheduled their annual Day of Recollection for Saturday, Nov. 5 at the King’s College Chapel. The doors will open at 9:30 a.m. and a message from Msgr. Joseph Kelly will begin at 10, followed by Mass and celebration of the Eucharist with Msgr. Kelly at 11. Thereafter, a luncheon will be served in the Fitzgerald Room at King’s College. The cost for is $16. Reservations are required. Deadline is October 29. Make checks payable to Ladies of Charity and mail it to President, Christine Palmiter, at 440 Ice Harvest Drive, Mountaintop, Pa. 18707. Call 8683959 with any questions. PASTA DINNER A homemade pasta and sausage dinner will be held at St. Maria Goretti Church, Laflin Road, on Sunday, Nov. 6, from noon to 5 p.m. Tickets will be sold at the door for $9. Children 5 years and under are free for eat-

Nut roll and poppy seed will be sold by St. Peter’s Lutheran Church on Nov. 21, Donation is $7.75. Deadline to order is Nov. 13. Pick up will be Nov. 21 from 12 to 4 p.m. For both of these sales contact Carolyn 6541849 or Ruth 654-1594.

in only. Facilities are handicapped accessible. There is ample free parking. PEDIATRIC CLINIC The Care and Concern Pediatric Health Clinic will be open the first and third Thursday of each month. The clinic is located in the former Seton Catholic School Building on William Street, Pittston. Free health care is provided for infants through age 11. Registration is from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Please bring your child’s immunization records with you. Parents or guardians must be present to have their child examined. All services are free and confidential. The clinic is sponsored by the Care and Concern ministries of the Parish Community of St. John the Evangelist, Msgr. John Bendik, Pastor. For more information call 855-6035. ROAST BEEF DINNER The Lutheran Brotherhood and St. Paul’s Lutheran Church will hold its last Roast Beef Supper for the fall on Nov. 5, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Route 118 Dallas. Take outs from 3:30 p.m.; serving 4 – 6:30 p.m. Adults $8.50; children $3.50. Reservations encouraged. For tickets call 675-3859 or purchase at the door. BIBLICAL STUDY Origins - The Foundation of Creation and Man, a study on the Biblical perspective or origins, will be held at the Christian and

Missionary Alliance Church, 317 Luzerne Avenue in West Pittston on Sunday evenings from 6 to 7:30 p.m. through Sunday, Nov. 13. This study is open to the serious Bible student as well as interested individuals on a love offering basis, regardless of church affiliation. Pre-registration is recommended and can be done by calling the church office at 6542500. CRAFT, GIFT FAIR A Craft and Gift Fair will be held on Saturday, Nov. 5, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Oblates of St. Joseph on Rt. 315 in Pittston. 40+ vendors will be offering a wide variety of handmade crafts and quality gift ware perfect for gift giving for the Holiday season. Theme baskets and a raffle along with refreshments will also be available. There is plenty of free parking. This event is sponsored by St. John’s P.M. Church in Avoca. For info, please call Judy at 655-8860 AMERICAN PRESBYTERIAN 1700 Wyoming Avenue, FortyFort Morning Worship: 10:30 a.m. Bible School: 11:45 a.m. Visitors are welcome. For additional information call 570693-1918 BENNETT PRESBYTERIAN 501 Bennett Street, Luzerne Everyone is welcome. The church is handicap accessible.

BETHEL UNITED METHODIST Main St., Avoca 11:15 a.m. Worship BRICK UNITED METHODIST 905 Foote Ave., Duryea Pastor Michael Shambora Service: Sunday 9:45 a.m. CORPUS CHRISTI PARISH 605 Luzerne Ave, West Pittston Starting October 24 through November 4 an Outreaching Phase to parishioners and neighbors affected by the flood will begin. This phase will offer new items such as sheets, towels, blankets, household items, dry goods, etc. Those affected will have the opportunity to sign up for the holiday help. To be eligible for this Outreaching Phase you must present your FEMA number of show proof that you were affected by the flood. Volunteers will be present to help you register on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 5 to 7 p.m. and Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 12. If you need additional information call the parish office at 6542753. All children are welcome to join the Youth Choir. Practices are Tuesdays from 6 to 7 p.m. in ICC. Contact Mary Supey at 237-2275 Adult choir practices are Saturdays, following the 4 p.m. Mass in ICC. There will be a Trunk or Treat on Halloween night, Monday, October 31, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Immaculate Conception Church parking lot, 604, Luzerne Avenue. Games, refreshments, prizes and treats for kids. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Pittston Rev. James H. Breese, pastor, First Baptist Church, Water Street, Pittston Sunday 9:30 a.m. Worship and praise service/Children’s Sunday school, adult/teen Sunday school See FAITH, Page 11

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immediately following service. Wed. 7:15 p.m. Bible Study FIRST CONGREGATIONAL UCC 500 Luzerne Avenue West Pittston Sunday, 11 a.m.. Worship Service Mr. Mark Obrzut will lead the worship today. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 14 Broad Street Pittston Sunday Worship 9:15 a.m. with Rev. William N. Lukesh. FULL GOSPEL CHAPEL Avoca Weekly church schedule is: Adult Sunday School, 9:30; Sunday morning worship at 10:30 a.m.; Wednesday evening Bible study and prayer service at 7:00. Sunday, October 30, at 10:30 a.m., the church will host guest speaker Andrew Selvarajan from India. He brings with him a message of encouragement and faith. 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 Sunday Masses: 8:00 a.m. Traditional Mass; 10:30 a.m. Confirmation Mass is being celebrated by Bishop John Mack. Daily Mass: 9:00 a.m. Monday through Saturday All Souls Cemetery Service will be held on Sunday, Oct.30, at 2:00 p.m. at the Parish Cemetery. If it rains, service will be in the cemetery chapel. All Saints Day, Solemnity Tuesday, Nov. 1, at 9:00 a.m. Mass with Memorial Readings. All Souls Day Feast, Wednesday, Nov. 2, at 9:00 a. m. Mass with Memorial Readings. The Ladies ANS Society is preparing for their annual pierogi sale for Advent. Sale will be on Nov. 12. Only potato with cheese will be offered. For orders call Regina Bahaley at 457-2378 by Nov. 6.

INKERMAN PRESBYTERIAN Main St., Inkerman Services: Sundays, 8:30 a.m. LANGCLIFFE PRESBYTERIAN Main Street Avoca The Langcliffe Church is handicap accessible. Sunday school is also provided for young children during worship service. MOOSIC ALLIANCE CHURCH 608 Rocky Glen Road, Moosic Pastor: Doug Jensen 457-6020 maccma2@verizon.net Saturday evening Bible Study at 6:00 p.m. Saturday evening Worship at 7:00 p.m. 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. 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. - noon 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. Father Philip Massetti, OSJ (Provincial Superior) and Father Paul McDonnell (Provincial Vicar) are in California attending meetings with the Oblate Superior General from Rome and the CA provincial superior and council. They participated yesterday at the dedication of the new St. Joseph Marello Parish Church, located in Granite Bay (outside of Sacramento). It is the first church in the world built in honor and under the patronage of the Founder of the Oblates of St.

Joseph. There is a groundbreaking ceremony today for a new church in Bakersfield at the Oblates-staffed parish of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Fathers Phil and Paul are expected home this week. A fall formation conference for the Josephite-Marellian Laity members will be held this afternoon at the seminary from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. The conference will be conducted by Father Gregory T. Finn, O.S.J., Pastor of Holy Annunciation Parish, Hazleton. Father Greg will speak on the spirituality and the writings of St. Joseph Marello, the founder of the Oblates of St. Joseph. The conference is free and open to anyone who may be interested in this topic. Check out more information about the seminary and the Oblates of St. Joseph locally and worldwide by turning to their website: www.oblates-stjoseph.com

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OUR LADY OF MT. CARMEL ST. ROCCOS Confirmation classes for grades 6-7-8 are held every Sunday at 9:45 a.m. After class the students will attend the 11:00 a.m. Mass. Classes for kinderSee FAITH, Page 12

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garten to grade 5 are held on Wednesday from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Mt. Carmel Senior Choir will rehearse on Mondays from 78:30 p.m. St. Rocco Senior Choir will resume weekly rehearsals on Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. in the choir loft of St. Rocco Church. New members are welcome. The month of October is dedicated to Our Lady of the Rosary. The Rosary is recited 20 minutes before the weekend Masses. Sunday, Oct. 30, the Harvest Festival and Halloween Family Pasta Dinner will take place after the 11:00 a.m. Family Mass for children, families, and friends. Bring your child/children to the Mass dressed as a saint or an angel as a Halloween costume. Cost is $ 8.00 for adults, $ 3.00 for students; First Holy Communion children and younger admitted free. Tickets will also be available at the door. Tuesday, Nov. 1, is All Saints Day. This year the Feast of all Saints is a Holy Day of Obligation. At Mt. Carmel Church. Masses will be celebrated on Monday at 7:00 p.m., on Tuesday at 7:30 &11:30 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. At St. Rocco Church, Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2, is All

Souls Day. At Mt. Carmel Church, Masses will be celebrated at 7:30 and 11:30 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. At St. Rocco Church, Mass will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. A Mass of Remembrance will be celebrated at St. Rocco Church on Sunday, Nov. 6, at 1:00 p.m. and at Mt. Carmel Church on Sunday, Nov. 13, at 1:00 p.m. The Mass will be offered for all deceased members who entered into the eternal life the past year. If you wish to have a member of your family to be remembered, please call 654-6902. Weekday Masses: Monday through Friday at 7:30 & 11:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church. Every Tuesday after the- 7:30 & 11:30 a.m. Mass, Novena prayers to the Miraculous Medal and Mother Cabrini. Every Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. Holy Hour at our Lady of Mr. Carmel Church. Every Wednesday after the 7:30 & 11:30 a.m. Mass, Novena prayers to Saint Joseph and St. Joseph Marello. 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. New to the parish family with the Sacrament of Baptism Garrett Wayne Nichols, son of Dennis and Stephanie (Kutchkus).

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OUR LADY OF THE EUCHARIST PARISH 535 N Main Street , Pittston, PA 18640 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 All Religious Education class-

es are held for Grades 1 thru 7 from 9:15 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. in the Religious Education Center. The 54th Annual Novena in honor of Saint Jude will be held at Our Lady of the Eucharist Parish (St. Mary, Help of Christians Church), 535 North Main Street, Pittston, continues through Friday, October 28. The members of the Prayer Shawl Ministry meet every See FAITH, Page 13

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Thursday from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the Religious Education Center. New members are always welcome. The address for the parish webpage is: www.eucharist-pittston.org. On the first Friday of each month Communion is brought to those who are unable to participate in Sunday Mass because of age or health. The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick is celebrated with anyone seriously ill, anticipating a serious operation, or quite elderly. PRINCE OF PEACE PARISH Old Forge St. Mary’s Church, Lawrence Street, Saturday Vigil 4 p.m. Sunday, Mass 8 and 10 a.m. St. Lawrence’s Church, Main Street, Saturday Vigil 5:30 p.m. Sunday Mass 11:15 a.m. SACRED HEART OF JESUS Lackawanna Ave., Dupont Weekly mass schedule: Monday through 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. The Mass schedule for All Saints Day is Monday, Oct. 31 at 4:00 p.m. and Tues., Nov. 1 at 5:30 p.m. The Choir will practice on Thursday, Oct. 27 at 6:30 p.m. in the choir loft. New members are always welcome. The CCD students will attend the 8:30 a.m. Mass this morning. Students are to meet in the church hall at 8:10 a.m. CCD class will be held on Monday, Oct. 24 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. There will not be any class on Mon., Oct. 31. The next Bible Study session will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 16, at 7 p.m. in the meeting room in the lower level of the rectory. All are welcome. The focus will be on St. Paul’s letter to the Ephesians. The Senior Outreach Group will hold a Bake Sale following all the masses on Oct. 29 and 30. Donation of baked goods will be accepted in the church hall beginning at 1 p.m. on Sat., Oct. 29. Cash donations are also appreciated. Cemetery Sunday will be celebrated on October 30. All prayers will be offered in church at 1 p.m. Following prayers, Father Verespy will go through the cemetery and bless the graves

with holy water (beginning in the area of the chapel around 1:45 p.m.). Parishioners are invited to bring a framed photograph of your deceased loved one to church, where it will be placed near the baptismal font for Cemetery Sunday. ST. BARBARA PARISH 28 Memorial Avenue, Exeter Phone 654-2103 Parish Office Hours: Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Evenings, by appointment. A Tag Sale will be held at St. Cecilia’s Rectory and Convent today, Sunday, Oct. 23, from 1:00 until 4:00 p.m. The Christian Women’s Society will meet on Wednesday, Oct. 26, at 7:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall. New members are always welcome. The Golden Age Club will meet on Thursday, Oct. 27, at 1:30 p.m. at the Parish Center. Hostesses are: Etta Chiampi, Netta Deeb, Josephine Delpiore and Mary Dirhan. A Halloween Party will be held after the meeting. A ziti dinner and a special tribute to Gus and Dolores Sindaco will be held on Saturday, Oct. 29, in St. Anthony’s Hall from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tickets are $8.00 for

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ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST PARISH COMMUNITY Pittston The parish office will be closed Nov. 1 in observance of All Saints Day A Confirmation class parents meeting will be held in the Seton Auditorium at 6 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 23. Choir rehearsals will be on Sunday, Oct. 30, following the 5 p.m. Mass and on November 5 at 3 p.m. Holy Name Society will sponsor the annual Halloween party on Saturday. Oct. 29, after the 4:30 p.m. Mass. Members are asked to bring a canned item to benefit the Greater Pittston Food Pantry. All parents anticipating the Baptism of their first child are required to attend baptismal instruction. The next session will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 6, in the

parish center from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. The Greater Pittston Food Pantry is sponsored by the Care and Concern Committee of St. John the Evangelist Parish. If you are in need of food please call 654-9923. Distribution of food is by appointment only. The Free Health Clinic is open every Wednesday from 5:30 in the former Seton Catholic High School, and on first come first serve basis. Pediatric Health Clinic is open on the first and third Thursday of the month. Registration is held in the Seton building from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Bring your child’s immunizations records. Greater Pittston Kids Closet is open Wednesday from 9 to 11:30 a.m. and 5 to 7 p.m. and on Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Closet accepts donations new and gently used. For information call the parish office.

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Understandably a recreational trail is at the bottom of the flood damage clean up and repair list. As the story on page 3 explains, the Luzerne County National Recreation Trail, as the trail along the river in Pittston is officially called, was extensively damaged by the flood. It will likely take several months to get the trail back to pre-flood shape. But what kind of shape was that? Even before the flood the trail needed maintenance. Problems on the trail began as soon as it opened to much fanfare in June, 2007 after years of planning and at a cost of $800,000 in grant money. The 1.8-mile trail wasn’t even open 24 hours when a 250-foot section of the fence which separates the trail and the active rail line was taken down in an act of vandalism. Since then the vandalism, littering and dumping have continued. The condition of the trail has discouraged use by walkers and joggers and the under-use has only diminished the urgency to maintain the trail. When we called the city to ask who is responsible for trail maintenance we were referred to the non-profit Luzerne County National Recreation Trail, Inc. A call there sent us to the Luzerne County Redevelopment Authority which owns the railroad. The Authority would have liked to pass the buck, too, but it couldn’t. Under the original agreement with the trail nonprofit, the authority agreed to maintain the trail. Now, Andy Reilly, the authority director, said if they had it to do over again they would not have made that agreement. What is needed is a coalition of volunteers to maintain the trail as is done at the Back Mountain Trail. There college students, high school groups, scout troops, the trail association members, various clubs and individual community-minded volunteers get together twice a year, at least, to clean and maintain the trail. Cleaning and maintaining the trail could be a good project for high school clubs and church youth groups, our own scout troops, service organizations, etc. The YMCA used the trail for a Fun Run/ Walk event. Maybe they would help out. While it’s true the Authority agreed to maintain it, that doesn’t mean, in our view, the non-profit trail group should consider its job done just because the trail was completed. Maybe the non-profit would agree to spearhead a volunteer group and organize periodic cleanups. Something has to be done.

Wyoming area football coach Randy Spencer was at the youth football game last Sunday between the West Pittston Rams and the Exeter Panthers. I had my eight year old son (Adam Sigman) walk up to coach Spencer and say, “I want to be a Warrior!” I heard coach Spencer say to Adam, “Then you’re talking to the right guy.” They shook hands and their conversation went on for about three minutes. It was quite fun to watch Coach Spencer give Adam advice. - Dave Sigman The Sunday Dispatch encourages submissions for Your Space. Drop off or mail to the Sunday dispatch, 109 New St., Pittston, PA 18640 or email to sd@psdispatch.com

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Thanks Gerrity’s, public for supporting bake sale The Humpty Dumpty Mother’s Klub wanted to say thank you to the people of West Pittston for their turnout for the bake sale we held at Gerrity’s in West Pittston. We have a few families of children that attend our school that were affected by the flood and wanted to do something to show our support for them. I had called a few stores to ask if we could hold the bake sale at their storefronts. Not all were as nice or accommodating as Gerrity’s. We were told it was no problem...anytime…any day... we could use their store. As many times as we needed they would allow it. They gave us an extra table, garbage bags we forgot and checked numerous times to see if we needed anything else. The

parents of the band and football players had even offered to let us set up a table at their homecoming if we needed. The people of West Pittston and their surrounds are such a close knit community. They stopped to purchase baked goods, talk and even just to donate money. It was heartwarming to see this over the 4 hours we were there. Thanks to all the moms at Humpty Dumpty and their family and friends that baked delicious things for us to sell. It was a big success! Humpty Dumpty Mother’s Klub

Candidate proposes plan for electing county manager I am an Independent candidate for the new 11-person Luzerne County Council that will be elected on November 8. The first important decision of the new Council will be to create an effective recruitment and hiring process to attract a high performing County Manager. This process must balance the needs for fairness and transparency for two groups: applicants for the posi-

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Pumpkins more than just a decoration Pumpkins are a healthy food, that is the real McCoy, not the marshmallow! They are rich in alpha and beta carotene which are protective phytochemicals found naturally in some foods. Phytochemicals, otherwise known as “plant chemicals,” are not essential for life like vitamins and minerals. It is thought, however, that they do promote health and reduce the risk of some cancers. Fruits, vegetables, soy products, teas, herbs, nuts and seeds all contain one or more phytochemicals. How does one begin to cook a pumpkin? First, select a heavy unblemished cooking pumpkin (like a sugar pumpkin) that is free of cracks and soft spots and has a deep orange color. Sometimes called baking or pie pumpkins. Store in a cool dry place. Whole unblemished pumpkin can be stored for 3-6 months at 45-50 F. To cut open, place on a newspaper and insert tip of chef’s knife. Scoop out strings and seeds with a spoon and discard. Pumpkins can be baked at 350 F for 30 minutes–1hour or microwave on high for 15 minutes. They can also be peeled, diced, and boiled. Check for doneness by inserting a fork to measure tenderness. The seeds can also be enjoyed by rinsing and then laying out flat on a cookie sheet. Sprinkle with favorite herb. Bake just until light browned at 400 degrees. Use the cooked pumpkin as a puree, or serve as the base of a savory soup or in a sweet pie. Other Uses for the flesh can be in a casserole or stew and serve in the shell. Mash with brown sugar or maple syrup and a pat of butter. Or skip the fresh vegetable and use canned pumpkin instead for everything from soup to muffins and bread. Here are some ideas to incorporate more pumpkin into your weekly meal planning. Pumpkin Bundt Cake

1 applesauce, spice, or carrot cake mix 4 eggs or 8 egg whites 15 oz canned pumpkin 1/4 cup water Preheat oven to 350F°. Spray Bundt pan with nonfat spray. Combine cake mix, eggs and pumpkin; mix at low speed until moistened, then at medium speed for 2 minutes. Add remaining eggs, water. Beat again for 3 minutes. Bake 45 to 55 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes then invert on dish. Dust with powder sugar before serving. Add a dollop of nonfat whipped topping! Or try this Spread on Whole grain bagels Pumpkin Spread

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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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Just as I was about to wet my pants, it was over. The questionable tissue was extracted and sent to a Last October – right in time for Breast Cancer lab in Biopsy-ville, where, I prayed, the pathologist Awareness Month – I was rudely and without cerewas alert and attentive and not texting her boymony, personally made aware. My segue into this new world began in the way many breast cancers friend instead of analyzing my boob sample for take center stage…via a lump, about the size of a cancer. I received my instructions from the nurse and pea, under my arm. I’m typically hyper-vigilant about my health. kept coming back to the order of “no golf or water I’m not a “wait and see” kind of a woman. If I were aerobics for a month”. That tidbit will come in a “wait and see” kind of a woman, I would’ve never handy. Before leaving, I was packed with steri-strips gotten married, procreated or aggressively passed a kidney stone the size and shape of the Liberty Bell. and a big, old ice pack. I felt like a bruised margarUpon poking and prodding the inconvenient ita. The nurse handed-me off to my husband, who, lump, my trusty OBGYN sent me to a breast sur- I’m certain, still had no idea what just transpired. “Guess what?” I shrieked brightly. “The nurse geon, STAT, and this forged the events leading up to an intrusive biopsy of three tumors. I felt only said you can’t golf or participate in water aerobics one, but, because things like to hide in the cush- for a month! Tough break, huh?” He looked to the nurse in confusion. Before she iness of my cozy fat cells, there were actually two could speak I shouted: “AND! For ME: No washmore tumors, shying away from the spotlight, coming, cooking, cleaning, ing out to play only under heavy lifting or umthe glaring Doppler activHe escorted me from the …cleaning dog vomit ity of an ultra sound. Well, a biopsy is no Breast Center as I was shouting from the rug for a month either! Look, I’m just reclaughing matter. It’s as se- further instructions involving iting doctor’s orders.” rious as a heart attack, or Mexican vacations and a tummy The poor nurse looked potentially, as serious as around helplessly. cancer, I suppose. At any tuck. Look, I’m not stupid. Ask “AND! One more rate, because I needed a while there is pity and you will thing! The doctor said it “responsible” person to would ease my recovery drive me home, post-pro- receive, I always thought. to have a pair of1 carat becedure, I asked my huszel-set diamond earrings band to escort me to the too! Crazy, right? But whatever it takes to get Mabiopsy party. He does not enjoy this accompanist ma on the mend…” role, especially if it involves biological functions, He escorted me from the Breast Center as I was anatomical issues or any type of diarrhea or aftershouting further instructions involving Mexican birth. Regardless, we set-out for the Pepto-pink-walled vacations and a tummy tuck. Look, I’m not stupid. cocoon of The Breast Center. Yes, that is really the Ask while there is pity and you will receive, I always thought. name. Once home, I had to lie low. About to fall sleep, I Once there, I was quickly retrieved from my gosasked my son to grab a bag of frozen peas to resip magazine-induced catatonic state in the waiting place the ice pack that had melted. Almost comaroom, although I begged them to take their time. tose, I reached for the pack and slid it under my arm Take all the time you need! Have a little snack, read your horoscope, do your nails! – I was in no hurry pit before I slid into sleep. I was awakened several hours later by the stench to have my ta-tas on stage, awaiting their biopsy premier. But, I trudged along behind the kind and of bad meat. He had given me a bag filled with perky nurse, disrobed and hopped up onto the san- frozen chicken gizzards instead of peas. (Yes, a good Polish wife uses gizzards in her soup. Don’t itized and very, very cold table. judge me!) My poor booby was drenched in chickWe were off to the races and the games began. en innards and I was drenched in fury. Thankfully, I Even without my glasses I was able to see the fell into a dreamless, albeit stinky, abyss for the needle pierce the tumor on the screen. I was ready for my close-up, but not that ready. I felt weak- next day and a half. It was a solid week before I started feeling more kneed and faint-hearted. Although outwardly, it appeared as if I were at- like myself. Whatever the hell that means. It was tentive, inwardly I decided to pretend-meditate… still a bit difficult to raise my arm, but it is a briland this is what was going on in my head: “Ommm- liant ploy to have children hoist the laundry basket See MARIA, Page 26 m….I should have shaved my armpits…Ohmmmm…I should not have had that slushie on the way over…Ohmmmm…I hope they can’t see that I for- Even when she makes us cry, Maria Heck finds a got to zipper my jeans … OHMMMM…uh-oh…I way to make us laugh, too. That’s why Dispatch readers so look forward to her column which apthink I just left a little stinker...” pears in this space every other week. And on it went.

PART I

NUTRITION CORNER

SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2011

MOTHER’S DAZE

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Pasta dinner at Wyoming Area helps flood victims

Wyoming Area alumni Maria Heffelfinger of Wyoming, left, and Sally Lockman of Pittston are assisted by Judy Cerroni of Wyoming as they dish out pasta dinners last Sunday afternoon at the Wyoming Area Secondary Center. PHOTOS BY BILL TARUTIS

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WA senior Chrissy Kresge of Exeter, left, and eighth-grader Emily Concha of West Wyoming carry pasta dinners and salads to patrons.

Andrea Karcutskie, left, and daughter Carmella, 7, both of Harding, look over the raffle baskets at the Wyoming Area High School pasta dinner last Sunday. The dinner raised funds for flood victims of the Wyoming Area School District.

Kristen Keller of West Wyoming, right, packages a pasta dinner to go as Wyoming Mayor Bob Boyer waits to deliver.

Question In 1971, what law changed something we did on the fourth Monday in the month of October, but only for five years?

Peeking into the past With Judy Minsavage

1961 – 50 Years Ago Navy Ensign Aldo J. Casseri, of Wyoming, participated in the Naval exercise Operation Sea Shell aboard the USS Bennington in October of 1961. An anti-submarine warfare support aircraft carrier, the Bennington suffered two major accidents, a boiler room explosion in April of 1953 and a terrible hydraulic catapult explosion and fire on May 26, 1954. The latter cost the lives of 103 men. Forty-eight years earlier the USS Bennington Naval Gun Boat experienced a boiler explosion on the morning of July 21, 1905 taking the lives of 65 men. The women of Pittston were ready for a fight. They had collectively planned to attend a school board meeting to complain that the children’s rest rooms needed doors on the “closets”. However, only a few women showed up. One woman stated, “Forty women were supposed come but were stopped. Somebody ‘talked’ to them.” The Sunday Dispatch asked the question, “Who would have the unmitigated gall to make a police state out of little Pittston?” Sixteen Pittston area students were set to graduate from Wilkes-Barre Business College: Elizabeth Morgan, Geraldine Callaio, Patricia Cicacci, Cecelia Russo, Carmella Puma, Molly Brannon, Dorothy Sherwood, Kathleen Connell, Ruth Kaslavage, Rita Fliss, Mary Grobinski, Carol Schoner, Robert Cebula, Louis Volpetti, Patricia Spatz and Elaine Tirpak. The Pittston office of the Family Service Association increased its office hours due to a heavy volume of requests for assistance. Among the services offered in 1961 were marriage counseling, elderly assistance, help for single mothers and a homemaker service that temporarily kept families together while mothers were unable to care for their homes and families. According to the Family Service Association of Wyoming Valley website, the Charity Society Organization was founded in 1895. It changed its name to the current one in 1941, and in 1961, the Pittston office opened. Read the complete history of this fine organization at http:// www.fsawv.org/about.php

1981 – 30 Years Ago Minors’ Lounge and Restaurant in Pittston held the first Pool Partners Championship with first place trophies going to Michael Kizis and Pat Tracy and second place to Al Kashinsky and Jim Homschek. Many young men participated in the tournament and were impressed by the demonstration conducted by pool champion Leo Galli. A tournament for girls was to be held in the following week. Does anyone know who won the girl’s tournament? Call me at 602-0168. Pool rooms were originally betting parlors for horseracing. Patrons passed the time between races by playing billiards. Over time, the game became synonymous with the term pool room. Shooting a 73, Sandy LaFoca won the 1981 Wyoming Valley All Star Golf match held at the Wilkes-Barre Municipal Golf Course. While attending Pittston Area High School, LaFoca finished his season with a 9-3 record. Wyoming Area graduate Cathy Price of Exeter, and Pittston Area graduate Robin Marino-Purves both were seeing success as members of the Wilkes College tennis team. Price took MVP honors as freshmen. 1991 – 20 Years Ago Seton Catholic senior Sheileen O’Malley had an opportunity to view the political process up close. She was selected to attend the National Young Leaders Conference in Washington D.C. Sheileen was scheduled along with 349 other students from across the country to meet with politicians and journalists and participate in discussions and reenactments. Sheileen was selected to attend after demonstrating academic excellence and leadership skills. Opened in 1949, The Pittston Library had gone through a series of difficulties during its first 21 years. In 1970, new

life was breathed into the effort by original board members Maria Capolarella, Joe Luke, Jean Linskey, Bob Linskey, Jean Campbell and new board members Clair Clapps, Annarose McNulty and Linda Scaz. From sponsoring small sparsely attended fundraisers the group began to gain notice of politicians and local residents which led to more well attended events generating much needed funding for the library. In 1991, the library celebrated the 20th anniversary of its rebirth. 2001 – 10 Years Ago In 1927, the Wyoming Free Library was born through the efforts of the Wyoming Women’s Club. Kate Pettebone Dickson donated a century-old home on Wyoming Avenue to the cause and by the end of the first year the library had over 1600 books on display. Board and staff members Marcella Scott, Sandra Tou, Jack Mills, Peter Podwika, Ellen Davenport, Jonah Aben, Betty Miller, James and Susan Shoemaker, Lisa Barrett, Joseph Olesky, Carol Shemo, and Joan Perconte celebrated the library’s 74th year. Built in 1847, the Exeter borough building was slated for demolition in 2001, wiping out 107 years of Exeter history. As the wrecking ball made short work of the historical building, Mayor Joe Coyne and councilman Joe Esposito retrieved bricks from the rubble to distribute to residents. A replica of the original bell tower was incorporated into the design of the new borough building and the old flagpole would see new life at the planned veteran’s memorial. Answer In 1968, Congress passed the Monday Holiday Law establishing the fourth Monday in October as the date for the observance of Veteran’s Day to become effective in 1971. Initially all states followed suit except Mississippi and South Dakota. Other states opted to change their observances back to November 11. In 1975, based on popular support, legislation passed to return the Federal observance of Veteran’s Day to November 11. With the money I’m making, I should be playing two positions. Pete Rose, 1977 When we played, World Series checks meant something. Now all they do is screw up your taxes. Don Drysdale, 1978

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1971 – 40 Years Ago The West Pittston Cemetery needed some sprucing up so Wyoming Area Key Club members Jackie Hoover, Lefty Lefchak, Len “Far Catch” Tarrito, Dave Nerozzi, Louis Palmeri, Willis “Fence” Hapeman, Harry Schmaltz, Gerard Newman, Gerry Kashuda, Paul Pugliese, Joe Jankoviak, and Sam Maira volunteered their time, took brush in hand and painted the cemetery fence. In 1953, John Moss of Duryea had a dream to start a neighborhood playground that would keep children safe while having fun. In 1971, John was presented with a gold wristwatch from the Duryea Healey Memorial Playground Association, as a tribute to his vision. John attributed the success of the project to fellow charter members Nellie Dempski, Joseph Gross, Frank “Peck” Pesotine, Senator Pat Toole, Frank Galonis, Bill Medico and Ettore Agolino. Duryea was thought to be a mail carrier’s nightmare. Not only does the borough have two Main streets, two Church streets and two Grove streets, but in 1971, Coxton residents had their mail changed to a Duryea address, while the Junction section had theirs listed under Pittston, and the fifth ward had an Avoca mailing address. The Sunday Dispatch Inquiring Photographer asked, “What do you recall about old-fashioned Halloween fun?” John Blandina of West Pittston answered, “Tipping over outhouses, people expected it, and would have been disappointed if we didn’t.” Angelo Montante, Pittston, added, “We always went trick or treating and most of the times it was tricking.” Ralph Klein of Pittston remembered, “There was always a big parade, we would go to a party and bob for apples.” Top ten songs of 1971: 1. Superstar, Carpenters 2. Maggie May, Rod Stewart 3. Sweet City Woman, Stampeders 4. I’ve Found Someone of My Own, Free Movement 5. If You Really Love Me, Stevie Wonder 6. Gypsies, Tramps and Thieves, Cher 7. Yo Yo, Osmonds

8. Do You Know What I Mean, Lee Michaels 9. The Night They Drove Ol’ Dixie Down, Joan Baez 10. Aint No Sunshine, Bill Withers. Mo-Ritz Lounge on Main Street in Duryea was the site of the installation dinner of the Auxiliary of American Legion Post 585. The new officers of the auxiliary were Victoria Graboski, president; Anna Saneski, first vice president; Edna Butrymowicz, second vice president; Stella Piorkowski, secretary; Sophie Davis, treasurer; Carmelita Sokolowski, chaplain and Mary Edwards, historian.

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Cathy Price Wilkes tennis MVP in 1981

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ST JOHN’S LUTHERAN 9 Wood St., Pittston Pastor – John Castellani Organist - Marcia Colleran Lay Reader - Nancy Castellani Aycolyte - Marissa Faccipointi Service begins at 9:30 a.m. Sunday School starts at 10:30 (right after service) Reformation Sunday Breakfast is next Sunday after service. Tickets are $6 for adults and $3 for children under 10. A Pork and Sauerkraut Dinner is planned for Nov. 5 from 5 to 7 p.m. Take outs are at 4 p.m. Tickets are $9 for adults and $5 for children under 12. Tuesday, Oct. 25, 7 p.m. Small Group Bible Study Nov. 14, 6:30 p.m. Church Council Meeting If you would like to join St. John’s Church Family, have any questions or comments call 6552505. ST. JOHN’S P.M. CHURCH 316 Main St., Avoca Sunday Service 10:00 a.m. Tuesday Bible Study 6:007:30 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. CCD classes: Pre-K through 8 are back in session. H.S. Theology Group meets in the rectory with Father McKernan at 9:45 a.m. every Sunday. To register call Father McKernan at 693-1991. Theology on Tap for young adults ages 18 to 40 will be held on October 25. All sessions are held at Rodano’s Pizza Public Square in Wilkes-Barre. $5 cover at the door includes dinner. No registration required for more information call Steve Wallo 5861741 or walloinc@aol.com Adult bible study after 7 p.m. Mass on each Thursday of the Month. SAINT PETER’S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 100 Rock Street, Hughestown Stpeters_elc@yahoo.com 8:45 a.m. Confirmation Class 9:00 a.m. Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Service

First Communion Class will receive their First Communion on Oct. 30 at the 10:00 a.m. Service A wimpie sale will be offered on Nov. 8 at $1.50 each. Takeouts only. Orders by Nov. 1, pickup Nov. 8 at 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. For those who cannot pickup orders during those times, someone will be at the church from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Call 654-1849 or 654-1594. Bring your own containers SAINT MARIA GORETTI Laflin Have you ever thought of becoming Catholic? The R.C.I.A. (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) provides an opportunity without any commitment, to ask questions and to learn about Catholic beliefs and practices. If you are interested, please call 655-8956 and ask for Monsignor Van Loon.

CCD classes are being held in the Learning Center (lower level of the church) from 9:30 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.

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Parish will have its inaugural safe trick-or-treating and Halloween party Sunday, Oct. 30 from 3-7 p.m. at St. Mary’s School, 742 Spring St. Children up to 14 are invited to trick-or-treat throughout the school and enjoy games, prizes, face painting, food, drinks, music, and entertainment by Johnny Superstar. Please be sure to bring an adult and a trick-or-treat bag to the party. Individuals or businesses who would like to make a donation or sponsor a school room are asked to call Tara Iovacchini at 9542456. Parishioners may make monetary donations by placing them in the collection basket at any weekend Mass in an envelope marked Halloween party. Individuals who are interested in attending can make a reservation by calling Tara or e-mailing her at Taraiovacchini@gmail.com. This project is being organized by Samantha Iovacchini in fulfillment of the service requirements for the Girl Scout Silver Award. This project is also sup-

ported by Cub Scout Pack 316, Boy Scout Troop 316, Venture Crews 3701 and 2025, and Girl Scout Troop 3701. Winners of St. Mary’s/SS. Peter and Paul’s Parish’s Pot of Gold raffle: Mike Moran, N. Eckrote, Bob Janik, Linda Soy, Jim Thomas, and Mary Burke. St. Mary’s/SS. Peter and Paul’s Parish’s finance council committee will meet Tuesday, Oct. 25 at 7 p.m. at St. Mary’s Rectory, 715 Hawthorne St. St. Mary’s/SS. Peter and Paul’s Parish will have their annual All Saints’/All Souls’ Remembrance Mass Saturday, Oct. 29 at 4 p.m. at St. Mary’s Church, 715 Hawthorne St. All of the deceased parishioners will be remembered at this time. Those who have died this past year will be honored by having a family member or friend carry a candle in their memory to the Altar at the beginning of the Liturgy. St. Mary’s/SS. Peter and Paul’s Parish will have All Souls’ Day cemetery services Sunday, Oct. 30. The service in SS. Peter and Paul’s Cemetery will take place at 2 p.m. followed by the service in St. Mary’s Cemetery at 4 p.m. St. Mary’s/SS. Peter and Paul’s Parish will have Masses for All

Saints’ Day Tuesday, Nov. 1 at 9 a.m., noon, and 7 p.m. at St. Mary’s Church, 715 Hawthorne St. The vigil Mass will take place Monday, Oct. 31 at 5 p.m. St. Mary’s/SS. Peter and Paul’s Parish will have a special Mass Sunday, Nov. 6 at 2 p.m. at St. Mary’s Church, 715 Hawthorne St. The parish will open under its future name, Queen of the Apostles Parish, at this time. Per the request of the parishioners, any person who would like to make a donation for the opening Mass may place them in the collection basket at any weekend Mass or mail them to the rectory. Please mark “QAP Memorial Donation” on the envelope. Also, any person who would like to donate a baked for the reception following the Mass, may bring it to St. Mary’s School Auditorium Saturday, Nov. 5 from 2-4 p.m. For more information, please call Marilyn Redington at 457-4316. St. Mary’s/SS. Peter and Paul’s Parish will have a pastoral council meeting Monday, Nov. 14 at 7 p.m. at St. Mary’s Rectory, 715 Hawthorne St. St. Mary’s/SS. Peter and Paul’s Parish will have a social con-

cerns committee meeting Tuesday, Nov. 15 at 7 p.m. at St. Mary’s Rectory, 715 Hawthorne St. St. Mary’s/SS. Peter and Paul’s Parish will have an autumn dinner dance Saturday, Nov. 19 from 6-11 p.m. in St. Mary’s School hall, 742 Spring St. The event will include a full dinner buffet catered by Colarusso’s La Palazzo followed by entertainment with DJ Johnny Superstar playing the greatest hits of the 50s, 60s, and 70s. There will also be a grand raffle where patrons will have an opportunity to win one of two overnight getaway packages at the Courtyard Marriot, Moosic, which also include a set of lift tickets for Sno Mountain. Dinner dance tickets are $17.50 per person and are available by calling the rectory at 457-3412 or Jenny Long at 654-6239. Please note soda and water will be provided, but patrons may bring their own alcoholic beverages. Dress is casual. Raffle tickets will be on sale after the weekend Masses on November 12 and 13 and at the dance. In honor of Respect Life Month, St. Mary’s/SS. Peter and Paul’s Parish’s youth group will collect baby items for the Care and Concern Fee Health Clinic,

Pittston. The following items may be placed in the collection bins in St. Mary’s Church lobby: diapers, formula, wet wipes, blankets, etc. St. Mary’s/SS. Peter and Paul’s Parish has gone green! Any person who would like to drop off aluminum cans may place them in a container in the empty bay of St. Mary’s Rectory Garage which will be open on the weekend during Mass times: Saturday at 4 p.m. and Sunday at 8, 10, and 11 a.m. To have your cans picked up, please call Jason at 3515062. Become a fan today! St. Mary’s/SS. Peter and Paul’s Parish now has a page on Facebook. Anyone who is interested in renting St. Mary’s School for child care, parties, or other useful activities is invited to call the rectory at 457-3412 to learn more about this opportunity. 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 See FAITH, Page 23

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at 4 p.m.; Sunday at 8, 9:30, 11 a.m. Confession: Saturdays 3-3:45 p.m.; anytime upon request by calling 457-3412. Prayer Chain: 457-5867 SAINT MONICA’S 363 W. 8th Street, W. Wyoming 570-693-1991 Email:olos363@verizon.net Website: www.stmonicanepa.com Regular CCD Classes for Pre-K, kindergarten through 8th grades are back in session. Classes are held in the Parish Center from 9:45 a.m. until Mass time. Sunday Mass is 11:00 a.m. If any parent has not registered his or her child for Religions Education, please call the Rectory at 693-1991. H.S. Theology Group will meet in the Rectory with Father McKernan at 9:45 a.m. every Sunday. Registration is on going

so if you want to attend, please call Father McKernan at 6931991. Guardian of the Redeemer Catholic Men’s Fellowship will hold a Catholic Men’s Conference on Sat., Oct. 29 at St. Joseph’s Oblates Seminary in Laflin. Doors open at 7:30 a.m. There will be Confession. Mass will be celebrated by Auxiliary Bishop Emeritus John M. Dougherty. Registration for men 16 and over is $15.00 and $5.00 from each registration will be donated to Mother Teresa’s Haven for homeless men. Contact gmyanik@epix.net. 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." Information and links at www.trinityepiscopalchurchwestpittston.org and www.dio-

beth.org. Sunday Holy Eucharist: 11 a.m. every Sunday. Holy Days as announced. Food Pantry: October items needed are peanut butter, jelly, crackers, granola bars and nutrition bars. Prayernetwork. Open To Public. Daily prayer for those with needs requesting prayerful support. Start Prayernetwork at parish office 654-3261. Youth Program: 10:45 a.m. every Sunday. Weekday special events and service projects as announced. Faith Forum for Adults: Enrichment for adults seeking spiritual renewal and opportunities for ministry and volunteerism. Parish Life Events Team: Bimonthly first Sundays. Parish Council: Every second Sunday. Women of Trinity: Every third Sunday. WOT Ministry Invitation. The Women of Trinity have undertaken a ministry to help support Good Shepherd Episcopal Church of Scranton in their outreach to the homeless of the

region. Each month after enjoying a home cooked meal at Good Shepherd all who have needs may “shop” for necessities like clothing, shoes, toiletries in a store-like setting in the church’s refurbished basement of donated items. The Woman of Trinity has supported this ministry by delivering donations of clothing, new undergarments and socks and toiletries to the Scranton church. WOT will continue to collect trial size and hotel toiletries and invites the parish community to join with them in helping the less fortunate. Donations of trial size and sample size toiletries are welcome. Party and Banquet Space. Newly renovated banquet room and kitchen. All Day Rental $100. Reservations at 654-3261. Music Together Classes: Fun and music for infants and children through age five accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Visit www.musictogether.com for details or call 654-3261. UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Broad & Church Sts. 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: Second Monday unless told otherwise Website www.umcpittston.org Phone 655-4340 leave message Hoagie Sale - Tuesday, Nov. 1 Choices are ham, salami and cheese or turkey and cheese with or without onion. Price of hoagie is $4.00. To place an order call 6543936 or 693-1572 by Sunday, October 30.

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and dust the ceiling fan for me. How long can I play this out? About as long as took my husband to figure out he can indeed play golf this month, but not water aerobics. PART II

Humpty Maria sat on a wall; Humpty Maria had a great fall. Sadly, but not entirely surprisingly, the biopsy uncovered a diagnosis of Ductal Carcinoma. I was about to embark on a voyage where the main port-of-call was an inconvenient location called breast cancer. When you first hear the word “cancer” you think: “Ohhhh…crap.” When others hear it, you get a mixed response. I discovered that those of a certain generation tend to actually whisper the word “cancer” the same way they mumble other taboo topics, such “mafia”, “transvestite” or “kidsfor-cash. ” I believe they think if you say “cancer” out loud, you may actually catch it. I’m here to tell you that cancer is not contagious. Truly. But, on the up-side, having cancer can get you stuff and get you out of stuff! For instance: Obtaining a cleaning lady. Actually, this tactic did not work for me, but my husband did morph into a temporary Merry Maid! He actually stepped up to Swiffer and stepped down to scrub the floors. It was amazing. Don’t tell him I said that. I don’t need him thinking I appreciate him at this late date. No fundraising! No volunteering! Who is going to ask a chick with breast cancer to sell cheesecakes or man a coin-drop? No one! Free pass! Just say no! You can totally proclaim: “I have cancer and you have to do anything I say,” and get away with it, in addition to making pretty much any rude statement; i.e.: “I have cancer, so you should pay for my lunch.” Or, “My cancer prevents me from buying you a Christmas present this year. You understand.” Or, “I have cancer and you suck and your haircut makes you look fat.” Anything goes!

When people offered: “If you need anything, just call”…I really did! That’s what they get for being so crazy- generous! I made calls to have my car washed, my Christmas lights strung and my dog’s anal glands cleaned. Ps: When you say: “If you need anything…” perhaps follow with the words “…except anything having to do with an animal’s orifice.” And, alas, no takers for my request of a mustache wax. Now this is dicey: handicapped parking. Look, I was technically handicapped before this all started because I’m freakishly short, and my friend, Denise, insists that by government standards, I’m considered a dwarf and may qualify for government benefits. Who knew? But, that aside, I say, with no boobies where there once was a pair, most women may consider that somewhat of a pseudo-handicap! Yet, I could not bring myself to park in that blue space, with that strange, blue stick-man glaring up at me from his blacktop-flanked wheelchair, primarily because my legs were actually still functional. I do have some standards, you know. After losing “Thing One and Thing Two” it was amazing how every inanimate object resembles ta-ta’s once they become a distant memory; for instance: A doorknob A salt shaker (and possibly the pepper mill in a certain light) A truffle Kiwi, of course, and even more so, an avocado. Actually, all fruit, except a banana. That resembles something else entirely. A water bottle A jelly fish Naturally, a baggie full of anything…but especially Jell-O An egg. Extra bonus points if it’s sunny side up Well…yes, it took some getting used to, this loss of my milk cartons, but if it’s between look-

ing like the Pillsbury Dough Boy and having cancer, Dough Boy it is. It’s a very small price to pay for being cancer free. Having a radical mastectomy is no walk in the park but it is a gift when you’re presented with a future without breast cancer. Happily, the day has come that I can now say; “I HAD cancer, and you have to do anything I say.” True, it doesn’t have the same spark of urgency or pity…but let’s just hope it never does. All the king’s horses and all the king’s men worked really

of your city limits, but for me, talking about it at every opportunity is the way I roll. And, to the woman in front of me at the grocery store – sorry that I gave you a blow-by-blow description of my mastectomy, when all you asked was if the cantaloupe was ripe. To know me is to…choose another checkout line, I guess. Regarding Rack Reconstruction, I have to say, everyone from my father to the gas station attendant had an opinion about the size of my future cupage. It’s amazing how forthcoming everyone is with advice about my body parts! But, I made it very clear to everyone that my new additions would be more the size of tangerines than say, grapefruits. If this was my one chance to have something appear young, perky and untouched by childbirth, then, by God, smaller fruit was the way to go. My father was so disappointed in me. “I don’t get it,” he would say, head shaking slowly from side to side. “Don’t you want something a little more substantial? I mean, this is your chance to show-off a good pair of aces!” “Dad!” I screeched. “Yuck! Stop talking to me about this! I told you – small and perky. Small and perky, dammit!” No one really understood my preference, but that didn’t stop random acquaintances from gesturing and declaring their hypothesis on the situation. Or, I imagined everyone did, anyway. The poor man at the corn-onthe-cob stand, for example. He was merely putting produce in a bag for me, yet I imagined he was weighing-in on my perceived size! And, I yelled at a Little League coach as he was examining errant baseballs: “Hey! That’s too big! Too big for me!” My brother, sisters, cousins, hairdresser and the lady at the dry cleaner all offered their unsolicited measurement advice; some creepy – some helpful. Even my surgeon was skeptical about my decision. I doubt that in his entire career he has never had

I’d like to plead to all of my female readers: please, please high-tail it to your yearly mammograms. Ladies, we do not want to mess around with the prospect of hosting a breast cancer free-for-all upon our bodies. hard to put Maria back together again. PART III

Happily, my breast cancer was extinguished so early that I did not need any chemotherapy or radiation. This was a “cup halffull” situation. I think I was dreading the treatment even more than the surgery. Time marched slowly on and I shuffled from mastectomy to expanders to a little thing I like to call “Rack Reconstruction”. So, I am thrilled to report that I recently completed all parts of the puzzle that was breast cancer. I am now a new and improved version of my old self. Well, one puzzle piece is, anyway. And I must say, while everyone was reverent, sympathetic and respectful when speaking about my breast cancer, they were, at turns, outspoken, opinionated and forthright about the size of my future, cancer-free spare parts. I am, by all means, extremely open about my entire life, and breast cancer was not an exception. I know that some people may decide against sharing their story with the general population

a woman walk into his office and ask to “go smaller.” It was a novelty. I was concerned that implants don’t even come in the size I envisioned: XX small. They may have had to special order them from the Land of Oz, but thankfully, that is what arrived on Implant Day: the perfect tangerines. The implant surgery went swimmingly. Except for one small detail. Due to the damage to my underlying tissue, the surgeon had to utilize a little something they call ”donor tissue,” which fills the space left vacant by my old package. I didn’t want to know from where this donor tissue originates. Is it animal? Mineral? Vegetable? Can I wear it in my hair? Do I dare? Does it come from a face? Or outer space? Was it last attached to a dog? A cat? A frog? A pollywog? Can you buy it at a store? The shore? Will it make me snore? I know it made me sore. (Perhaps this tissue’s donor was a direct descendant of Dr. Seuss.) At any rate, it may very well be tissue from a swine. So, if you see me at Sonic sporting a snout, a curly tail and bleating – just ignore me and hide your bacon. It may hurt my feelings. Lastly, I’d like to plead to all of my female readers: please, please high-tail it to your yearly mammograms. Ladies, we do not want to mess around with the prospect of hosting a breast cancer free-for-all upon our bodies. Introduce your girls to a mammogram every single year. Remember, we can either be proactive and save our life, or be lackadaisical and risk our life. Early detection saved my particular life. And…by the way…my new girlfriends have names. I toyed with a few ideas: Lucy and Ethel, Veronica and Betty, Ginger and Mary Ann, Cagney and Lacey, Thelma and Louise. Trust me; it’s much easier to get through a mini health crisis when you attach names to your body parts. Don’t ask me why, or I would have to make-up an explanation. So, finally, I am doing alright. The girls are all alright. Laverne. Shirley. And me.

SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2011 Announcing the naming of Carol Crane to director an expansion project capital campaign for the Pittston Area Memorial Library are, left to right, Joseph Moscovitz, Pittston City manager; Carol Crane, director of fundraising; Ann Noone, library board secretary; Anne Hogya, library director; Barbara Quinn, library board president; Marla Pupa, board member; Rosemary Dessoye, Greater Pittston Chamber of Commerce; Kelly Carroll, board member; Lisa Joyce, board member; Pat Cosgrove, board member; and Jordan Clark, architect.

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Railroad tunnel dedicated in memory of Ed Miller Pittston man who died in 2010 was unofficial Laurel Line historian Miller was a founding member. The colors: red, blue and gold, were chosen because they represent the railroad’s final color scheme on its passenger cars, said longtime friend and event

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rea historical societies and friends of the late Pittston railroad and streetcar photographer Edward S. Miller gathered Oct.15 to dedicate a piece of railroad history in his honor. The former Lackawanna & Wyoming Valley railroad’s (Laurel Line) Crown Avenue tunnel in Scranton was dedicated as the “Edward S. Miller Memorial

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County Historical Society trustee Joseph Cimini offered remarks on Miller’s remarkable career. Longtime friend and trolley buff The Rev. James Wert also spoke about Miller’s work and generosity to share his photos and collections with historians and authors. Following the marker dedication a light lunch and social hour was sponsored at the Lackawanna Historical Society’s nearby Catlin House. The tunnel, opened by the railroad in 1908, was a favorite spot of Miller’s on the Laurel Line. Passenger service ended on the line in 1952 and it fell into disuse in the 1970s. Miller exposed many images of freight and passenger trains in the tunnel area until service ended. When the Lackawanna County Rail Authority and Electric City Trolley museum began to restore the line several years ago, Miller was trackside almost daily. He watched the construction work and offered important information about the tunnel’s construction, including information from the Laurel Line’s files which he saved. Always a historian, Miller brought his camera along and carefully recorded the work. Starting with a photo in 1938 at the old Westmoor car barns of Wilkes-Barre Traction, Miller exposed more than 12,000 images of area railroads and rail events. Most of his work was based in Northeastern Pennsylvania. But the Laurel Line remained his favorite railroad. But wherever Miller traveled with his camera he created lasting images of the rail lines in those areas. Miller was born in Milton in

Attendees rode from the Electric City trolley museum to the tunnel in the museum's former Philadelphia & Western car

1920 and moved to Pittston as a youth. Following graduation from Pittston High School he worked as a draftsman for a number of companies including Foster Wheeler, Long Island Lighting, Pope & Talbott and retired from the former Owens-Illinois-Techneglas. He served during World War II in the US Army Transportation Corps in France and Belgium and was in the first group of recruits to leave Pittston in January, 1942. He fulfilled a life-long dream and worked as a motorman for Capital Transit streetcar company in Washington D.C. in the early 1950s. Miller was also active in the former Magee Transportation museum in Bloomsburg, which was destroyed by the Agnes Flood in 1972. He will be remembered by his friends as a kind hearted, generous person with a contagious sense of humor and an encyclopedic memory of railroad and local history.

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Joseph Cimini discusses Miller's work and friendship. To the right is Miller's cousin Dan Pyle.

Miller's cousin Donna Pyle listens to remarks by Dave Biles.

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The Yatesville Auxiliary will hold its annual Halloween Party for children 12 and under at the Yatesville Borough building today, Sunday, Oct. 23, at 3 p.m. All children in the borough are invited to attend. Bingo Benefit

A bingo on Nov. 5 at 5 p.m. at Clarks Summit Fire Company #1, 321 Bedford Street, will benefit the Zerblas Family from Ransom Township who has had a very rough year. Vince, a police officer in Laflin, suffered a heart condition which led to triple bypass surgery. Doreen has been dealing with fibromyalgia, spinal problems and digestive problems.

She has not been able to work due to numerous surgeries. The couple has two boys ages 7 and 10. For a free admission, attendees will receive one bingo card and one door prize ticket. Bingo prizes will be Pampered Chef, Lia Sophia and Tastefully Simple products. There will be product demonstrations presented and light refreshments available. Additonal Bingo cards can be earned and purchased. In addition, there will be a 50/50 drawing and numerous baskets. Bring friends to get hostess benefits. Online orders will be accepted. Contact 878-0170 for more information. Laflin Halloween Party

The Laflin Public Library invites children ages 3 and older to a Halloween story time on Saturday, October 29, at 1:00 p.m. Children may come dressed in their Halloween costumes and enjoy stories read by our special guest from the Luzerne County Reading Council, a craft, and games. Registration is necessary. The Laflin Public Library is located at 47 Laflin Road, Laflin. Library hours are Tuesday through Friday from 3:00 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Phone number is 654-3323 or visit on the web at www.laflinlibrary.org.

Spaghetti Dinner

The JLW Mountain Laurel Lions Club is holding its annual spaghetti dinner today, Sunday, Oct. 23, from 12 p.m. until 5 p.m. at the West Wyoming Hose Company banquet room on Shoemaker Avenue in West Wyoming. In addition to the meal, which includes beverage and dessert, there will be a basket auction and several raffles. All profits are donated back to community charities. Cost of dinner is $7.50 for adults and $4.00 for children 12 and under. Tickets are available at the door. For information or to reserve tickets, please call Karen at 885-1650 or any club member. Slovak Heritage

The Slovak Heritage Society of NEPA will present Pearls of Wisdom as part of its annual lecture series. The program will be held today, Sunday, Oct. 23, at 2 p.m. in St. Matthew Slovak Lutheran Church, 663 N. Main Street. Wilkes-Barre. Betty Check Pirnik and Dr. Thomas Check will share Slovak memories gathered from their parents and how they affected later life experiences.

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Phoenix Performance Arts, Duryea, has added another to show for Cats this evening, Sunday, Oct. 23, at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $12.00 and there is limited seating and this is the last chance to catch this show which sold out all three weekends. The Confraternity of Catholic Women of Holy Trinity Church, Swoyersville, will meet today, Sunday, Oct. 23, at 2 p.m. in the church hall. Plans for the upcoming holiday party and the recent fall rummage sale will be discussed. Members and friends who assisted at the sale are invited to attend. Madeleine Barush will preside.

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Wyoming Area Social St ies teacher Barbara Bullio chaperoned a 14-day EF Edu tional tour of Italy with 30 s dents and 18 adults. The trip cluded Verona, Venice, Bol na, Florence, Assisi, Capri, S rento, Taormina, Palerm Pompeii and Rome. The trav ers visited the walled city of S Gimignano, lunch at a Buff farm in Campania with fr bufala mozzarella and an thentic Sicilian dinner w strolling musicians.

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In Palermo, Sicily: 1st row: Mike Gentile, Glynnis Cowley, Faith Musinski, Tia Brown, Frank DeMola. 2nd row: Emily Shemanski, Gabrielle Alberigi, Emily Kneeream, Palmer Denisco, Emily Bellanco, Maria Kelly, Danielle Spagnuolo, Tia Spagnuolo, Gabrielle Spagnuolo, Audrey Hiedacavage, Ron Klepadlo, Ethan Crake

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Pastie Sale

The Slovak League of America, Branch 474, will meet today, Sunday, Oct. 23, at 2:30 p.m. at the Wyoming VFW Post 396, 43 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming. A business session will be conducted including reports on the recent outing, schedule of events for the upcoming year, nominations for the Man of the Year and finances. Robert M. Chmarney, president, will preside and urges all members to attend as this is an important meeting. Msgr. John Bendik is moderator.

The Jenkins Township Lions Club will hold a pastie sale on Wednesday, Oct. 26, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Jenkins Township Hose Company. Pasties are $5 each and are available with or without onions. Orders and payment are due by Wednesday, October 19. For more info or to place an order, call 417-1785. Jenkins Class of 1951

Jenkins Township Class of 1951 will meet at Costello’s Restaurant, located in the Gateway Shopping Center, Edwardsville on Thursday, October 27 at 12 p.m.

Jacquelines Meeting

The Jacquelines Auxiliary of the John F Kennedy Knights of Columbus Council 372 in Pittston will hold their October meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 25, at the Council Home starting at 8 p.m. The theme is Halloween and Melanie Murosky is chairing this event. Costumes are optional but prizes will be awarded to those in costume. Mrs. Jean Goham and Kathy Masulis are chairing the Christmas Party to be held on Saturday, Dec. 10, at the Council Home.

Halloween Parade

The Hughestown Lions Club will hold their annual Halloween parade and party on Sunday, Oct. 30, at 1:00 p.m. The parade will begin in St. Peters Lutheran Church parking lot at the corner of Rock and Center streets and proceed to the Lions Club pavilion. There will be prizes awarded for best costume and candy for all children. Two bicycles will be given away as well. The Lions Club invites everyone to this fun filled community event. Pittston Library

Lithuanian Women

The Lithuanian Women’s Club of Wyoming Valley will meet on Tuesday, Oct. 25 at Boscov’s. Lunch will be at noon followed by business meeting at 1:00. Jean Williams will accept res-

Story Time Toddler story time will be held on Wednesdays at 1:30 p.m. It will begin on November 9 and run until December 14. It is open to children age 18 months to 3 years.

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Preschool story time will be held on Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m. It will begin on November 8 and run until December 13. It is open to children age 3 to pre -kindergarten Registration is required by calling the library. Christmas Cards The library is participating in Operation Christmas Cards. Members are collecting hand made or store bought Christmas greeting cards that will be sent to troops. Those donating cards are asked to write an encouraging and supportive note and do not seal the envelope. The deadline to bring the cards in is Monday, Nov. 14. Furry Tails Anyone interested is asked to come read to the dogs on Saturday, Nov. 12 at 10 a.m. Registration is required. Photo Gallery “Treasured Towns and Landscapes” will make its debut at the library during the month of October with a traveling gallery of the winners. Pictures are displayed in the computer room. Books and Bagels The Adult Book club will be on Saturday, Nov.r 19, at 10 a.m. It includes bagels, coffee and a

lively discussion about the book “Saving Fish From Drowning” by Amy Tan. Pick up your copy of the book as well as a readers guide Crochet Club The crochet club will meet on Tuesday 10:00 a.m. to noon and Thursday from 6 to 7:45 p.m. Participants bring their own supplies (crochet hook and yarn) and learn to make simple projects. Open to ages 12 and up. Call or stop by the library to register. Grief Support “Your Journey through Grief ”, presented by Heartland Hospice support group, is scheduled for Thursday, October 27. It is free and available for everyone in the community. IAA Membership Drive

The Italian American Association of Luzerne County is conducting its 2012 Membership Drive. If you are of Italian descent or married to someone of Italian descent, come and celebrate your heritage by participating in cultural events, community service, scholarship programs and social events. This membership is open to

Luzerne and surrounding county residents. For information please call Judy Deice at 654-7600 or Louise Castellani at 654-6454. Music Box

Irving Berlin’s ‘White Christmas’ will be presented Nov. 26, 27, Dec. 1 to 4, 8 to 11, 15 to 18; Thursdays thru Saturdays: curtain: 8 p.m., Sundays: curtain: 3 p.m. Dinner and show and showonly tickets now on sale. The Music Box Dinner Playhouse is located at 196 Hughes St, Swoyersville. Call 283-2195 or 800-698-PLAY. Dining with Diabetes

Penn State Extension is conducting a Dining with Diabetes class on Tuesday mornings from 10 a.m. to noon beginning November 1 through November 29. The cost of the program is $35.00 per individual which covers a A1C test, program giveaways like pedometers and tapes and food samples. Family price is $50.00 which includes one additional family member. See EVENTS, Page 35

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Night at the Races

On Saturday, Nov. 5, the Pittston Knights of Columbus Home Association will host a Night at the Races. Food and refreshments provided. $5:00 entrance fee at the door or free admission with the purchase of a $10:00 horse. Purchase your horse from any member or stop in the club at 55 S Main St. Pittston. Vendor Show

The Wyoming Free Library will present a Vendor Show on Saturday, Nov. 5, from 9 to 3 at the Wyoming Hose Company #1, 33 E. 8th Street, Wyoming. Win prizes from the vendor basket raffle. Shop with top notch vendors and crafters: Thirty-One, Mary Kay, Mia Bella, Avon, Creative Memories, NEPA Gold, Celebrating Home, European Treasures, Dennison Wood Turning, Discovery Toys, Scentsy, Dove Chocolate Discoveries, Perpetually Yours Jewelry Designs, Lia Sophia, Miss Stephanie’s Potions (fairy and monster potions), Children’s Scarves and Purses, Kitchen Items, Christmas Ornaments, Crocheted Baby Blankets. Shop at the Friends of the Library book sale and hand crafted American Girl Doll Clothes sale. Doll clothes prices starting at $5. All proceeds go to the library. Enjoy great food while you shop for holiday gifts. Event parking on 8th Street and behind library. The lot is connected to the Hose Company side entrance. Gift and Craft Fair

Skate for Causes

Skate for the Causes will be held at the Skateaway, 610 Blackman Street, Wilkes-Barre to benefit Fallen Officers Remembered, Making A Difference Ministries and a local food pantry on Thursday, Nov. 10, from 6 to 9 p.m. Admission is $5, skate rental $2. For each nonperishable food item you donate, you will receive a raffle ticket to enter to win our grand prize: 2 hockey tickets and a $25 Visa Card. There will be fingerprinting, 50/50 tickets, basket raffles and Penguins mascot Tux. Donations for the raffles gladly accepted. For more information call Jaclyn at 760-9034 or email faloffrem@aol.com

PTO is holding Vera Bradley Bingo Fundraiser on Sunday, Nov.13, at 2 p.m. (doors open at1 p.m). It will be held in the Wyoming Area Secondary Center cafeteria, 20 Memorial Street, Exeter. Tickets are $20. Tickets will be available at the door but seating is limited. To purchase tickets in advance, make check payable to JFK PTO and send to 50 Penn Avenue, Exeter PA 18643, attn: bingo. Include name, address, phone and e-mail address. For more information, please call 570-655-6130. Wyoming Library

The Wyoming Free Library presents an evening with Cecilia Galante, author of The Patron Saint of Butterflies, Monday, Nov. 14, from 6 to 8 p.m. Galante teaches creative writing at Wilkes University and is currently working on a children’s series to be published in 2012. Call Wyoming Free Library at 6931364 to reserve a spot.

Bus Trip

The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary is planning a trip to Dutch Apple on Wednesday, Nov. 23, the day before Thanksgiving. The trip is $80.00 including transportation, show, and lunch. The show is Miracle on 34th Street. Those attending should plan to leave The Salvation Army, 17 S. Pennsylvania Avenue at 8:45 a.m. and return at 7 p.m. For more information, contact Anne Gerrity, Auxiliary President at 825-5747. Italian Documentary

WVIA presents the world broadcast premiere of the WVIA Original Documentary Film, “Paesani: The Story of Italian Culture in Northeastern Pennsylvania,” on Tuesday, Nov. 22 at 8 p.m. on WVIA-TV with encores airing Thursday, Nov. 22 at 8 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 26 at 9 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 27 at 1 p.m. on WVIA-TV. “Paesani: The Story of Italian Culture in Northeastern Pennsylvania” chronicles the massive immigration of more than 4 million Italians to the United States

between 1890 and 1930, and the enduring culture these people imbued into northeastern Pennsylvania society. Older generations have always passed down values, beliefs and traditions to help younger generations identify with their name and heritage. Yet, many people still don’t know who they are. “Paesani: The Story of Italian Culture in Northeastern Pennsylvania” celebrates and preserves Italian heritage through a poignant blend of first-person storytelling, neverbefore-seen images and insightful humanist commentary. Major funding for “Paesani: The Story of Italian Culture in Northeastern Pennsylvania” was provided by UNICO National and Lackawanna Heritage Valley. JTHS Class of ’62

The Jenkins Township High School class of 1962 is planning their 50th anniversary reunion for June 9, 2012. Classmates interested in attending or planning this event please call Stan Gelaszus at 609306-6939 or Paul Donahue at 570-510-1399.

Round Table

The Wyoming Valley Civil War Round Table meeting will be held on Nov. 10 at7 p.m. in the lower level of the DaddowIsaacs American Legion, 730 Memorial Highway Dallas. The speaker will be John D. Hoptak of Benderstown, a lifelong student of the Civil War who currently serves as a park ranger at Antietam National Battlefield. Any questions, call Pete 6391283. Everyone is welcome. There is a fee of $3 for guests. Vera Bradley Bingo

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Hughestown Park and Recreation will hold a Holiday Gift and Craft Fair on Nov. 6, from noon to 5 p.m. at the Hughestown Fire Hall, 40 Center Street, Hughestown. There will be food, beverages, basket raffle, cash and carry items with free admission.

Participating vendors are Crafts by Carol, The Rug Lady, Celebrating Home, Mia Bella Candles, The Glass Parade, Matted Pictures, Thirty-One Gifts, Lia Sophia, Homemade Cookies and Cheesecakes; Mary Kay, Barefoot Books, Grande Boutique, Purple Squirrel Pastry Company, Sarah’s Jewelry Box and Cake Creations, LaFemm Jole, Tastefully Simple, Scentsy, Gravel Hill Candles, Avon, Beadcraft and Foam Crafts, Electric Oil Fragrance Burners, Silpada Designs, PPL Electric Team, Pampered Chef, All National Skin Care & Herbal Remedies, Cub Scout Troop #44, Taylor.

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The Greater Northeast Chamber of Commerce (GNECC) recently issued a matching grant of almost $600 to the operators of Revello’s Pizza, Old Forge, to help the restaurant create an outdoor dining area. The GNECC offers matching grants to Old Forge businesses for exterior improvements that beautify the borough. The grant program was funded by Alliance Landfill and the Old Forge Community Action Committee. Additional information about the grant program is available through the chamber’s Web site atwww.gnecc.com.

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16. Parks Close Oct. 30

Joe McAndrew, Director of Parks and Recreation, has announced that all borough arks will close tentatively on Oct. 30.

Pierantoni committee lists dates for activities For more information, please call 654-8455. The Committee to Elect Fred Pierantoni for Luzerne County Judge will gather at VFW Post 4909, 401 Main Street, Dupont on election night, Tuesday, Nov. 8, from 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. The public is invited to attend. Food and refreshments will be served. For more information, please call 654-8455.

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WA candidates say health care costs the problem We, as candidates for Wyoming Area School Board, are sensitive to the economic recession we are in. We are all experiencing higher grocery bills, increased home heating costs, escalating gas prices, along with the pain, suffering and devastation that the recent flooding has caused. We are aware that these challenging times have put an extra strain on family budgets and have created a financial burden for everyone. Unfortunately, this situation is compounded by the recent mailings of school taxes, which are due at the end of the year. We know of the challenges you face during these difficult times and, as your elected officials, we too are faced with the daunting challenge of balancing the District budget while being fair to you, the taxpayers. We see the major issue facing the Distract as surging health care costs. Family coverage for a district employee, husband, wife and child costs the district over $21,000 per year. The District’s yearly cost for employee health care is $2.8 million, with zero contributions from union-represented employees. In addition, state reimburse-

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rigged. The Transition Committee has already advertised for the County Manager position, and received dozens of applications, not yet reviewed. This position announcement and advertisement did not mention whether applications would be treated confidentially or not. I’d like to propose a process for hiring the new County Manager that I believe would be fair to all parties. It begins when 11 new Council members meet with the existing Transition Committee to prepare for the start of the new form of county government. For a brief period, perhaps 2 to 4 weeks, the application process would be re-opened by issuing a new job announcement and advertisement. The re-opened an-

ment under the Corbett administration has declined over $1 million for the fiscal year 20112012. We propose to cut expenditures by asking that teachers take part in contributing to their own health care as we do, and as all other professionals and members of the private sector do. We think that’s fair! That’s why we both voted NO to increased taxes at the June 2011 budget meeting. We believe the answer in these challenging times for our school district is in cutting expenditures, not increasing your taxes. We recognize that the greatest source of our success as a District lies in its people, our outstanding teachers and dedicated employees of the District. Our pledge to you is that during these difficult economic times all of our decisions will be made in the best interest of students, always keeping in mind our already overburdened taxpayer, without compromising the quality education that Wyoming Area students and our community expect. Toni Valenti Nick DeAngelo WA School Board Candidates nouncement will promise confidentiality to all applicants until the stage of selecting finalists is reached. Candidates for the position who have already submitted applications would be permitted to amend or withdraw their application. Until finalists are selected, any applicant may withdraw his or her application. Once the Council has selected finalists, their names will be released to the public. I believe this process guarantees fairness to prospective applicants and to Luzerne County citizens. I encourage other candidates and citizens to offer their thoughts on this important matter. We can change the way we govern ourselves. Vote on November 8 as if our future depends on it, for in fact it does. Rick Williams Independent Candidate Luzerne County Council

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WP council candidate questions Mundy’s actions The devastation left behind by Tropical Storm Lee has left West Pittston Borough in a state of disrepair never before seen and has once again saddled our beloved residents with financial and emotional burdens though to be a distant memory of Hurricane Agnes. The West Pittston Borough officials had been active participants in this effort. Mayor Tony Denisco and Councilman Brian Thornton had spent countless hours personally tending to the needs of their neighbors and constituents. Despite the overwhelmingly positive and devoted efforts of these public servants, there are a select few including State Rep. Phyllis Mundy who have tried to take political and personal advantage of the vulnerability and fear of this community. Under Section 501 of the Pennsylvania Construction Code Act, municipalities are required to adopt the Uniform Construction Code as their municipal building code. In accordance with Section 7210.501(b) (2) of the PA. Uniform Construction Code, West Pittston Borough, as most other municipalities, elected the state authorized option to administer and enforce the Code by the retention of a third party agency to act on behalf of the municipality for administration and enforcement of the PCCA. The Code also allows for municipalities to enforce their own ordinances which predates the State Acts. It has been erroneously suggested by those who should know better, especially a law-

maker like Phyllis Mundy who voted for this legislation, that West Pittston Borough has inappropriately conferred a monopoly upon Advanced Code Group by allowing that company to perform all inspections in the borough. First, other certified and qualified inspectors are not precluded from providing their expert services to the residents of West Pittston Borough. However, the performance of building code compliance inspections is by law, the exclusive authority of the third-party agency. It has also been mistakenly rumored that West Pittston Borough has charged inappropriate and unlawful fees for building code inspections. Wrong again! Shortly after the flood, West Pittston Borough had waived its portion of any building permit and inspection fees. Furthermore, the Code does not establish fees for permit applications and inspections. All fees regarding building permits and inspections are set by the third-party agency in each municipality and are made publicly available. It is difficult to take Mundy seriously when she suggests that no permit costs or fees should be charged by contractors and inspectors. Does she really expect these people to work for free? Third-party agency contracts and fee schedules obtained from other municipalities, including Ms. Mundy’s place of residence, Kingston Borough, reveal a common industry practice of charging a percentage of construction costs. Additionally, our residents

need to know that had Mundy been successful in stopping permits and inspections in our town, FEMA was prepared to pull back all flood-related financial relief and flood plain protection. Finally, I’d like to thank Congressman Barletta, Senator Yudichak and Senator Casey who showed that they could roll up their sleeves and go to work for the people of West Pittston. Kevin Lescavage Council Candidate West Pittston

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Safe trick-or-treating Halloween party next Sunday St. Mary’s/SS. Peter and Paul’s Parish will have its inaugural safe trick-or-treating and Halloween party Sunday, Oct. 30 from 3-7 p.m. at St. Mary’s School, 742 Spring St. Children up to 14 are invited to trick-or-treat throughout the school and enjoy games, prizes, face painting, food, drinks, music, and entertainment by Johnny Superstar. Please be sure to bring an adult and a trick-or-treat bag to the party. Individuals or businesses who would like to make a donation or sponsor a school room are asked to call Tara Iovacchini at 9542456. Parishioners may make monetary donations by placing them in the collection basket at any weekend Mass in an envelope marked Halloween party. Individuals who are interested in attending can make a reservation by calling Tara or e-mailing her at Taraiovacchini@gmail.com. This project is being organized by Samantha Iovacchini in fulfillment of the service requirements for the Girl Scout Silver Award. This project is also supported by Cub Scout Pack 316, Boy Scout Troop 316, Venture Crews 3701 and 2025, and Girl Scout Troop 3701. Happy Birthday

Happy birthday to Leonard B. Berkoski Jr. who celebrated his 71st birthday yesterday. Happy birthday to my mom, Lorraine, and brother, Tom who will celebrate their special days on Wednesday, Oct. 26 and Saturday, Oct. 29 respectively. Free Kitten, Anyone?

Looking for a free kitten? If you said yes, you’re in luck! A local family has five eight-week old kittens that are gray, black, and white tabby with long and short hair. There are males and females available. For more information, please call 457-4135.

This week’s winners of St. Mary’s/SS. Peter and Paul’s Parish’s

JACKIE BORTHWICK-GALVIN 457-3351 avocahappenings@verizon.net

Pot of Gold raffle: Mike Moran, N. Eckrote, Bob Janik, Linda Soy, Jim Thomas, and Mary Burke. Thank You Note

I received the following thank you letter from Bernard, Karen, and Michelle Piontek that they asked me to share with all of you: We would like to thank our family and friends for all of their help, generosity, support, and prayers during the recent flooding of our family business, The Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home, Inc. There are no words that can express how grateful we are for everything that was done for us during this time. We are making progress with our rebuilding and hope to be back at our Main Street location in the very near future. Until our rebuilding is complete, we are continuing to serve families in their time of need with viewings being held at the Sacred Heart Rectory, Stephenson Street, Duryea. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts, Bernard, Karen and Michelle Roast Beef Dinner

The Little Sisters of the Poor at Holy Family Residence will have a homemade roast beef dinner today from 12-5 p.m. at Holy Family Residence, 2500 Adams Ave., Scranton, adjacent to Marywood University. Takeouts will be available all-day too. At the dinner, the Sisters will honor longtime Holy Family volunteers Bill Gerrity and the late Harold Jordan. The menu includes roast beef, mashed potatoes and gravy, carrots, applesauce, rolls and butter, apple pie à la mode, and assorted beverages. At the event, the Sisters will also have easy-listening live entertainment provided by Stacey Velez. In addition to the dinner, the Sisters will also have

a bake sale of their famous homemade scones as well as chocolate chip cookies. There will also be a raffle of the Sisters’ famous gift baskets as well as gift certificates for area restaurants and businesses. Tickets, which are $10 for adults and $6 for children 10 and younger, can be purchased at the door. All proceeds will benefit the Sisters in their mission of caring for the elderly poor at the residence with respect, dignity, and love.

be honored by having a family member or friend carry a candle in their memory to the Altar at the beginning of the Liturgy. Halloween Party

St. Mary’s/SS. Peter and Paul’s Parish’s finance council committee will meet Tuesday, Oct. 25 at 7 p.m. at St. Mary’s Rectory, 715 Hawthorne St.

Cursillo of the Diocese of Scranton will host a Halloween party Saturday, Oct. 29 from 7-11 p.m. in St. Mary’s School auditorium, 742 Spring St. Admission is $12.50 per person and includes light snacks and nonalcoholic drinks. Attendees may bring their own alcoholic beverages. Costumes are optional. Reservations can be made by sending a check made payable to Scranton Cursillo to Cindy Hogan, 125 Cornelia St., Pittston, PA 18640. Reservations will be accepted until October 24. Please note attendees must be 21 years old or older to attend. For more information, please contact Marjorie Adcroft at 3576822 or madcroft@msn.com.

Tax Reminder

Barbeque Chicken

Avoca Tax Collector Therese Wrubel reminds residents the second installment of the 2011 school tax bills is due by October 28. Residents may pay their taxes Tuesdays 9-11 a.m. at the Avoca Municipal Building, 752 Main St. Residents who are unable to stop by the municipal building to pay their taxes, may mail their payment to Avoca Borough c/o Therese Wrubel, 129 Factory St., Avoca, PA 18641. Please include a self-addressed stamped envelope with your payment as well as the receipt part of the bill and the second installment coupon. If you have any questions please call Therese at 457-4891.

Boy Scout Troop 316 will have an open fire barbeque chicken dinner Sunday, Oct. 30 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the corner of Main and Hawthorne Streets. The menu consists of a half of a barbeque chicken, a baked potato, coleslaw, a dessert, and a roll. Tickets are $10 each and can be purchased from any member of the Troop or at the event.

Finance Council

Remembrance Mass

St. Mary’s/SS. Peter and Paul’s Parish will have their annual All Saints’/All Souls’ Remembrance Mass Saturday, Oct. 29 at 4 p.m. at St. Mary’s Church, 715 Hawthorne St. All of the deceased parishioners will be remembered at this time. Those who have died this past year will

Cemetery Services

St. Mary’s/SS. Peter and Paul’s Parish will have All Souls’ Day cemetery services Sunday, Oct. 30. The service in SS. Peter and Paul’s Cemetery will take place at 2 p.m. followed by the service in St. Mary’s Cemetery at 4 p.m. All Saints Day

St. Mary’s/SS. Peter and Paul’s Parish will have Masses for All Saints’ Day Tuesday, Nov. 1 at 9 a.m., noon, and 7 p.m. at St. Mary’s Church, 715 Hawthorne St. The vigil Mass will take place Monday, Oct. 31 at 5 p.m.

Purse Auction Sale

The West Pittston Council of the Salvation Army is having its annual purse auction sale Wednesday, Nov. 2 at 6 p.m. at the Salvation Army Church, 214 Luzerne Ave., West Pittston. All proceeds will benefit the Salvation Army’s women’s programs at the church in West Pittston. For more information, please contact Major Sheryl Hershey at 655-5947 or Sheryl.hershey@use.Salvationarmy.org. Duryea Wildcats

The Duryea Wildcats playoff game is Sunday, Oct. 30, and the Super Bowl is set for Sunday, Nov. 6. Participants on teams which are not eligible to play in either game are encouraged to return their uniforms to the equipment stand Tuesday, Oct. 25 from 5:30-7 p.m. at the field, corner of Kramer and Shaft Streets, Duryea. The Wildcats’ banquet is December 4 from 1-5 p.m. at the Best Western Genetti Hotel & Conference Center, WilkesBarre. Opening Mass

St. Mary’s/SS. Peter and Paul’s Parish will have a special Mass Sunday, Nov. 6 at 2 p.m. at St. Mary’s Church, 715 Hawthorne St. The parish will open under its future name, Queen of the Apostles Parish, at this time. Per the request of the parishioners, any person who would like to make a donation for the opening Mass may place them in the collection basket at any weekend Mass or mail them to the rectory. Please mark “QAP Memorial Donation” on the envelope. Also, any person who would like to donate a baked for the reception following the Mass, may bring it to St. Mary’s School Auditorium Saturday, Nov. 5 from 2-4 p.m. For more information, please call Marilyn Redington at 457-4316. See AVOCA, Page 42

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Smurf Halloween Pumpkin Patch Party planned Dupont Borough will sponsor a Smurf Halloween Pumpkin Patch Party at the Park Pavilion on Monday evening, Oct. 31, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Children up to 12 are welcome to pick a pumpkin from the Smurf Pumpkin Patch, enjoy hot dogs, drinks and treat bags under the pavilion. The Pittston Area Leo’s Club will be on hand to help Papa Smurf. No registration is required.

year and if anyone is interested in having a station set up in front of their home on Oct. 31 contact any Lion member. Lions will provide hot chocolate and assorted treats for each station. Halloween Lottery

Bake Sale

Sacred Heart of Jesus Senior Outreach Committee will sponsor a bake sale on Oct. 29 and 30 at the church hall after all the weekend Masses. Donations of baked goods will be accepted in the Church Hall starting at 1 p.m. Saturday. Cash donations are also appreciated. Proceeds fund Senior Outreach activities. Cemetery Sunday

Next Sunday, Oct. 30, Sacred Heart of Jesus Church will celebrate Cemetery Sunday with a prayer service in church beginning at 1:00 p.m. and blessing at the cemetery at 1:45 p.m. Holy Mother of Sorrows All Souls Cemetery Service will be held next Sunday, Oct. 30, at 2:00 p.m. at the parish cemetery. If rain, service will be in the cemetery chapel. Children’s Clothing

For the month of October, Woodforest National Bank will be collecting children’s clothes for The Greater Pittston Kid’s Clothes Closet. All children’s sizes from infants to childrens14-16 will be accepted. Items can be dropped off at branches in Pittston and Taylor which are both located inside WalMart. For more information contact Mike Kapuschinsky at 570-655-9373 Lions Activities

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The Lions Club annual fundraiser is underway. Tickets are $10 and are available from any Lion member. Match the Lottery tickets will begin on November 28 and run through December 24. The Lions Club will sponsor Halloween safety stations this

Tickets are still available for the Halloween Theme Lottery Basket displayed at the municipal office. Chances are $1.00 each and all proceeds are used for the annual Party in the Park and the Children’s’ Halloween and Christmas party. Food Giveaway

The monthly food distributions sponsored by the Dupont Lions Club will be held on Thursday, Oct. 27, at Holy Mother of Sorrows Parish Hall on Wyoming Ave from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. All qualifying residents of Dupont and Suscon are eligible. Eco-Tip

Here is Joey’s Eco-Tip of the week: If you have a busted water pipe that is made of copper, you can take the broken piece to the recycling center. You could make some money and help the environment! WAC Bingo

Wyoming Area Catholic PTG Cash Bingo is Sunday, Oct. 30, in the school auditorium. Doors open at 12:30; games start at 1 p.m. Tickets are $20 and include 20 regular games and door prize drawings. There will also be special games, a bake sale and 50/50 drawing. Tickets can be purchased by calling Wyoming Area Catholic School at 654-7982. Service Schedule

Dupont services schedule: Monday, Oct. 24 - Purple refuses bags Tuesday, Oct. 25 - Yard waste 30 lb. limit Wednesday, Oct. 26 – Recycling mixed papers.

Raffle Winners

Weekly Winners of Elko’s Jr. Bowlers annual fundraiser: 1st Prize-#76-Jared Dickson; 2nd Prize-#105-Lisa Tricarico; 3rd Prize-#239-Nick Maruska; 4th Prize-#38- Mark Steinkirchner. Bowling Results

Dupont Lanes Bowling Leagues scores: Junior/Senior High Scratch Series Scores: Men’s Division: Kevin Boone, 662; Zachary McKitish, 632; Peter Kulick, 616; Billy Jr. Elko, 589; Michael Lenchak, 578. Women’s Division: Courtney Osiecki, 454; Irene Magdon, 434; Katie Wynn, 428; Michelle Grossbauer, 316. Pittston Twp. VFW High Scratch Series Scores: Jack Casper, 700; Joe Jr., Walsh, 666; John Blattner, 576; Joe Argenio, 568; Ray Wasko, 562; Jody Marranca, 534; Frank Solano, 532; Joe Dalessandro, 528; Joe Sr. Walsh, 523; Bert Myers, 521. Warehouse Mixed High Scratch Series Scores: Men’s Division: Frank Obitz, 591; Matt Charney, 573; Ron Shaw, 572; John Borgia, 571; Dan Zingaretti, 545. Women’s Division: Michelle Moscatelli, 430; Melony Yurek, 397; Noel Horwath, 383. Magic Circle High Scratch Series Scores: Men’s Division: Don Whiting, 627; Russ Stevens, 616; Bill Pupa, 597; Matt Charney, 589; Paul Chmiel, 583; Drew Nicholoson, 574; Ed Wasko, 574; John Colarusso, 566; Vito Buzzetta, 556; Rich Jr. Aston, 546. Women’s Division: Lisa Heck, 508; Marytheresa Pupa, 450; Denise Gordon, 420; Sarah Helcoski, 333; Ashley Fuller, 233. Universal High Scratch Series Scores: Jerry Coggins, 663; Mark Prebish, 645; Peter Chodnicki, 597; Mike Gotcha, 594; Jim Lavelle III, 572; Dale Reese, 563; Edward Collins, 559; David Titton, 557; Nicholas Berlinski, 554; Ryan O’Malley, 548. National High Scratch Series Scores:

Dupont Crime Watch Committee will meet on Tuesday, Oct. 25, at 6:30 p.m. at the Dupont Municipal building. This month's guest speaker, Assistant District Attorney Molly Hanlon Mirabito, will offer a brief presentation on the responsibilities of jury duty. Pictured are members of the Crime Watch with Mirabito standing in front of the new Crime Watch Neighborhood signs recently placed throughout the community. Officers of the Crime Watch: Susan Gregory, secretary; Janet Rooney, treasurer, Joe Nolan, president and guest speaker Mirabito.

Jerry Coggins, 747; Matt Felter, 733; Mark Kulick, 698; John Kulick, 665; Neal Elko, 653; Edward Collins, 646; Anthony Ferretti, 615; Allyn Jr. Ferretti, 614; Keith Weinschenk, 605; Carmen McDonald, 596. Dupont Bowlerettes High Scratch Series Scores: Debbie Stevens, 505; Trisha Chmiel, 493; Connie Berlinski,480; MaryTheresa Pupa, 461; Helen Zapotoski, 447; MaryAnn Shugdinis, 439; Rose McDade, 438; Kim Kishel, 430; MaryLou Fereck, 423. American High Scratch Series Scores: Mark Kulick, 715; Neal Elko, 704; John Grohowski, 693; Gerry Reilly, 663; Pete Latona, 645; Dave Kern, 636; Scott Kowalczyk, 633; Chris Kasa, 630; Tom Spurlin, 568; Marty Moughan, 561. Sunday Night Mixed High Scratch Series Scores: Men’s Division: Francis Pupa, 559; Joe Umbra, 528; Joe Argenio, 506; Vito Buzzetta, 505; Ray Wasko, 504. Women’s Division: Terry Salek, 492; MaryTheresa Pupa, 462; Marylou Fereck, 446; Karen Umbra, 420; Marianne Argenio, 397. Prep Boys High Scratch Series Scores: Joey Jones, 415; Jesse Carlen, 406; Jimmy Dillon, 376; Evan Elko, 366; Anthony DePascale, 330; Dylan Kelly, 279; Tyler Granahan, 268; Zachary Garbarino, 259; Joey Wruble, 252; John Blackiewicz, 205.

Bantam/Prep Mixed High Scratch Series Scores: Men’s Division: Jeremy Lavelle, 171; Martin Kuna, 165; Zachary Elko, 144; Jared Dickson, 141; Marc Piechota, 139; Jacob Severnak, 137; Bradley Augenstein, 136; Tyler Cegelka, 118; Jacob Dobrowalski, 99; Mason O’Donovan, 98. Women’s Division: Janelle Dudek, 191; Isabella Halapin, 172; Kacie Fisk, 122; Ashlyn O’Donovan, 106; Madison Mesaris, 106; Emily Dessoye, 103; Makenzie Kaminski, 57. Mixed Girls High Scratch Series Scores: Erin Donnelly, 358; Sara Lukowich, 356; Hannah Maruhnich, 351; Katie Kuna, 348; Elizabeth Charney, 316; Danielle Zydko, 315; Jordan Cegelka, 312; Samantha Piechota, 307; Katelynn Kimsel, 294; Katrina Dillon, 288. Mixed Boys High Scratch Series Scores: Peter Kulick, 581; Spencer Saxon, 532; David Zydko, 530; Michael Elko, 478; Paul Greco, 462; Stephen Yuhas, 443; Anthony Zimmerman, 384; Alex Felter, 384; Charles Kulick, 361; Michael Felter, 357. Got News?

If you have an article which you would like to submit you can send the information to dupont.news@comcast.net or by calling 407-0231.Send your news items by Wednesday evening. Please include a contact phone number.

The Duryea Recreation Board will have its annual Halloween party Saturday, Oct. 29, at the Healey Memorial Playground, corner of Foote Avenue and Wright streets, rain or shine. The festivities will begin with a Halloween costume parade from the Duryea Post Office to the playground. Attendees are asked to meet at the Duryea Post Office, 450 Stephenson St., at 4 p.m. to form a parade line up. The parade will process from the post office onto Stephenson Street and then onto Foote Avenue ending at the playground. Residents are encouraged to line the parade route to cheer for the children. Once the children arrive at the playground, they will be treated to food, movies, a bake sale, and a haunted house. All attendees are asked to bring a canned good to support the victims of the September flooding. The park will be closed October 24-28 in order to prepare for the party. Happy Birthday

Happy birthday to Joan Market who is celebrating her special day today! Happy birthday to my mom, Lorraine, and brother, Tom who will celebrate their special days on Wednesday, Oct. 26 and Saturday, Oct. 29 respectively. Happy birthday to Ann Zongilla who will also celebrate her special day on October 26. Happy birthday to Barbara Hall Tinklepaugh who recently celebrated her 95th birthday. Happy birthday to one of Duryea’s finest, Lillian Goldstein, who celebrated her special day on October 22 with a wonderful party shared with family and friends. Lillian, who stays active cycling, swimming, and using her computer, loved spending the evening with her son, Rabbi Emmanuel Joseph Goldstein, and her daughters, Judith, Saundra, and Deborah. Lillian also enjoyed celebrating with her 11 grandchildren and 12 greatgrandchildren. Her family and friends wish her much health, wealth, and happiness. Mazel tov! Looking for a free kitten? If you said yes, you’re in luck! A

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local family has five eight-week old kittens that are gray, black, and white tabby with long and short hair. There are males and females available. For more information, please call 457-4135. Thank You Note

The Sons of the American Legion, Squadron 585 would like to thank everyone who purchased clams and hoagies at their recent sale. They would also like to thank Alice and Ed Reseavy and Ed Lazevnick Sr. for their help. Another clam sale will take place in November.

Polish Falcons

The members of Polish Falcons, Nest 128 would like to thank its members for supporting its 50-50 fund to purchase a new TV for the club. They would especially like to thank DeFazio Amusements and Lenny George for their contributions. The club is planning to put up a third TV soon. Job Opening

The Duryea Borough Sewer Authority is seeking a part-time clerical employee to work 20-35 hours per week. Candidates must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel software as well as Quicken. They must also be familiar with faxing and collecting payments for bills. Please call 457-0122 for more information. Flood Note

Many residents in the flood area are beginning to restore their homes. Although the Duryea Borough Council has waived all building permit fees, inspections are still necessary. Middle Department Inspection Agency, which is the building inspection agency for the borough, has reduced their rates for flood victims. All remodeling work must be inspected per the Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code. For more information, please call Jeff Pisanchyn at 237-6686. Roast Beef Dinner

The Little Sisters of the Poor at Holy Family Residence will have a homemade roast beef dinner today from 12-5 p.m. at Holy

BILLING CLERK/SECRETARY VACANCY Part-time clerical position available at the Duryea Borough Sewer Authority. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Word, Microsoft Excel, experienced with quicken, familiar with faxing, and collecting payments for bills. Hours range from 20 hours to 35 hours a week depending on the billing periods. Please call the Duryea Sewer Authority at 457-0122 for further information.

Family Residence, 2500 Adams Ave., Scranton, adjacent to Marywood University. Takeouts will be available all-day too. Tickets, which are $10 for adults and $6 for children 10 and younger, can be purchased at the door. Germania Bingo

Germania Hose Company will resume their weekly bingo program Monday, Oct. 24 at the hose company, 430 Foote Ave. The doors open at 5 p.m. There will be 20 regular games, $100 prizes, and a guaranteed $1,000 jackpot. There will also be an early bird jackpot at 6:30 p.m. Rides are available by calling 451-3750 or 407-4236. Class of 1962

The Duryea High School class of 1962, which was the school’s final graduating class, will have a reunion meeting Tuesday, Oct. 25 at 7 p.m. at the American Legion Brennan Regan Post 585, 329 Main St. All interested classmates are invited to attend. Meeting Cancelled

The monthly Area Agency on Aging outreach program meeting, which was scheduled to take place October 26, has been cancelled. The program will resume in the spring. Duryea Wildcats

The Duryea Wildcats playoff game is Sunday, Oct. 30, and the Super Bowl is set for Sunday, Nov. 6. Please visit the Duryea

Wildcats Football page on Facebook for location information. Participants on teams which are not eligible to play in either game are encouraged to return their uniforms to the equipment stand Tuesday, Oct. 25 from 5:30-7 p.m. at the field, corner of Kramer and Shaft Streets. Please note any child moving to the next level team is eligible to play in the Charity Bowl. Players should see their coach for details. In other Wildcats’ news … the election of the board members will take place Tuesday, Nov. 15 at 7 p.m. at the concession stand. The Wildcats’ banquet is December 4 from 1-5 p.m. at the Best Western Genetti Hotel & Conference Center, WilkesBarre. Tickets are on sale at the concession stand during all practices, home games, and away B games. Flood Donations

The “Help for Duryea Flood Victims” relief program is still accepting donations for flood victims. The volunteers organizing this effort encourage not only Duryea residents but also any person who has been impacted by the flood to come to the collection site at the Duryea Municipal Building, 315 Main St., to gather supplies to assist them in their cleanup efforts. Anyone who is interested in making a monetary donation to help Duryea flood victims can mail them to the Duryea Borough Flood Relief Fund c/o Penn Security Bank, 304 Main St., Duryea, PA 18642.

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Halloween parade and party scheduled next Saturday

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St. Barbara’s Fall Festival Ziti Dinner next Saturday St. Barbara’s Parish is offering a ziti dinner and a special tribute to Gus and Dolores Sindaco on Saturday, Oct. 29. The dinner will be served in St. Anthony’s Hall from 4 to 8 p.m. The cost is $8 for adults, $4 for children. Take-outs will be available. Events include raffle baskets and a “haunted house” for the children. Funds raised will help pay for the newly purchased pickup truck (which Gus could have used) but which is still greatly needed especially to remove the snow from parish parking lots. Who knows, maybe Fr. Ray will be in a costume. More Parish News

The Christian Women’s Society will hold their next meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 26, at 7 p.m. in the Parish Hall. New members are always welcome. A tag sale will be held at St. Cecilia’s Rectory and Convent today. The Golden Age Club will meet on Thursday, Oct. 27, at 1:30 p.m. at the Parish Center. Hostesses are: Etta Chiampi, Netta Deeb, Josephine Delpiore and Mary Dirhan. A Halloween Party will be held after the meet-

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Pastoral Council

St. Mary’s/SS. Peter and Paul’s Parish will have a pastoral council meeting Monday, Nov. 14 at 7 p.m. at St. Mary’s Rectory, 715 Hawthorne St. Social Concerns

St. Mary’s/SS. Peter and Paul’s Parish will have a social concerns committee meeting Tuesday, Nov. 15 at 7 p.m. at St. Mary’s Rectory, 715 Hawthorne St.

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Dinner-dance

St. Mary’s/SS. Peter and Paul’s Parish will have an autumn dinner dance Saturday, Nov. 19 from 6-11 p.m. in St. Mary’s School hall, 742 Spring St. The event will include a full dinner buffet catered by Colarusso’s La Palazzo followed by entertainment with DJ Johnny Superstar play-

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ing. Parishioners from St. Cecilia’s or St. John’s in need of Church envelopes should call or stop by the rectory. The new set of St. Barbara’s Parish envelopes for November and December should be received by the end of October. Vera Bradley Bingo

The JFK Elementary School is holding Vera Bradley Bingo Fundraiser on Sunday, Nov.13, at 2 p.m. (doors open at 1 p.m.) in the Wyoming Area Secondary Center cafeteria, 20 Memorial Street, Exeter. Tickets are $20. Tickets will be available at the door but seating is limited. To purchase tickets in advance, make check payable to JFK PTO and send to 50 Penn Avenue, Exeter PA 18643, attn. bingo. Include name, address, phone and e-mail address. For more information, please call 570-6556130. Purse Auction

ing the greatest hits of the 50s, 60s, and 70s. There will also be a grand raffle where patrons will have an opportunity to win one of two overnight getaway packages at the Courtyard Marriot, Moosic, which also include a set of lift tickets for Sno Mountain. Dinner dance tickets are $17.50 per person and are available by calling the rectory at 457-3412 or Jenny Long at 654-6239. Please note soda and water will be provided, but patrons may bring their own alcoholic beverages. Dress is casual. Raffle tickets will be on sale after the weekend Masses on November 12 and 13 and at the dance. Fire Dept. Raffle

The Avoca Fire Department is currently sponsoring a prize raffle. The prizes include gift certificates from Wal-Mart, Domino’s Pizza, Cooper’s Seafood, Cinemark, Subway, Perkins, the Moosic Diner, and the Tipsy Turtle as well as free passes for

The West Pittston Council of Salvation Army’s Purse Auction is November 2 at 214 Luzerne Avenue in West Pittston at the Salvation Army Church. Start time is 6:00 p.m. All proceeds will benefit the Women’s Programs here at the Salvation Army West Pittston. Contact Major Sheryl Hershey 655-5947 or at Sheryl.hershey@use.Salvationarmy.org The monthly dinner meeting of Exeter Lions was held on Oct. 5 at Field Hockey Parents

The Wyoming Area Field Hockey Parents Association will meet on Wednesday, Oct. 26, at 7 p.m. at the Moose Lodge in West Pittston. Final preparations will be made for the banquet, which will be held on Nov. 20. All field hockey parents are welcome and encouraged to attend. ∝ Cosmopolitan Seniors

The Cosmopolitan Seniors, a Project HEAD club, will meet on Tuesday, Nov.1, at1p.m. at St. Anthony Center in Exeter. Vic Malinowski will preside. Host/ snow tubing at Sno Mountain. The grand prize is a $500 Visa gift card. Tickets, which are $2 each or three for $5, can be purchased by calling the fire department at 457-2894. Baby Items Drive

In honor of Respect Life Month, St. Mary’s/SS. Peter and Paul’s Parish’s youth group will collect baby items for the Care and Concern Fee Health Clinic, Pittston. The following items may be placed in the collection bins in St. Mary’s Church lobby: diapers, formula, wet wipes, blankets, etc. Until Next Time

If you would like something to appear in next Sunday’s edition of the Avoca News, please email or call me with your information by Thursday at noon. You can e-mail me at avocahappenings@verizon.net or call me at 457-3351. Be sure to include your name and phone number.

Cuz's on Susquehanna Ave. The Lions hosted District Governor Mimi Tosh, who was introduced to the membership by PD and now Zone Chairman Mary Lou Bechtold. Pictured is Millie Vasil accepting her perfect attendance award from Dist. Governor Tosh.

hostesses are Theresa Blasavage, Toni Hall, Marcella Fountain, Johanna and Vic Malinowski. Cosmopolitan Seniors travel coordinator Johanna is accepting reservations for a Mount Airy Casino trip on Wednesday, November 9 with pickups in Exeter and Pittston. Non-members welcome. Details can be obtained from Johanna at 655-2720. Smoke Alarms

Exeter Borough Fire Department reminds all residents smoke alarms are available. Call 570.602.0739 for information. Reminder

That is all for this week; remember if you have any events or news you would like listed in the Exeter Town column, you can reach me at 287-3349 orecipriani@comcast.net.

HUGHESTOWN NEWS

Craft and Gift Sale scheduled Nov. 6 Hughestown Borough Park and Recreation Committee will meet Thursday, Nov. 3, at 7 p.m. in the borough building. Mary Ann Quick (654-5763) and Mary Golya (655-4552) are chairpersons of the Holiday Craft and Gift Sale scheduled for Nov. 6 from 12 to 5 p.m. at the Hughestown Hose Company, 30 Center Street. Over 30 vendors will be on hand to display their items for gift giving. A donation of one offering of canned goods which will be donated to the Pittston Food Pantry would be appreciated as a free will offering at the door. Food

and beverages will be available. Council Reports

At the council session last week, Chief of police Steve Golya reported 50 incidents for the previous month: 10 traffic citations, 2 criminal, 2 K-9 responses, 3 EMS calls and no vehicle accidents. Hughestown Hose Company reported four activated fire alarms, 9 canceled enroute, 14 EMS calls, 4 investigations, 1 hazardous material incident, 3 public assists, 5 pump details and 1 aircraft incident.

Wyoming Area Key Club, in conjunction with other school and local civic organizations, is planning a music festival today at the Anthony “Jake” Sobeski Stadium from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. to benefit the West Pittston Library. Tickets are $4.00 for students and $7.00 for adults at the gate. Specially designed t-shirts will be sold. Thirteen bands have been booked playing 30-minutes each on alternating stages. There will be food, a Halloween costume contest and parade for the children, games and activities for one and all. Theme baskets will be raffled off. All proceeds will go to the library. Schedule is: 11:10 a.m. Opening Remarks: Rachael Stark, Key Club President, Anne Bramblett Barr,WP Librarian 11:15 a.m. Dodge Ball Tournament Registration - South Practice field Marching Band Show -Wyoming Area Band National Anthem - Chas Banellis Alma Mater - Wyoming Area Band 11:30 a.m. Ed Randazzo

WEST PITTSTON Tony Callaio 654-5358 tonyc150@verizon.net Dodge Ball Tournament - First 12:00 p.m. Stingray DelPriore Round Begins 12:30 p.m. Flaxy Morgan

Registration for Costume Parade - Near Key Club Stand 1:00 p.m. Lipstyk Costume Parade/Judging Exeter Lions 1:30 p.m. Soul Duo Costume Awards - Exeter Lions

2:00 p.m. Tambourine Murder Scene Drama Club - “Mob Dance” 2:30 p.m. Jeanne Zano Band 3:00 p.m. Eddie and the Dreamers 3:30 p.m.12 Letters 4:00 p.m. As Iz 4:30 p.m. 9platform9 Drama Club – “I’ve Got a Feeling” 5:00 p.m. Third Degree 5:30 p.m. Nutz 6:00 p.m. Basket Raffle Closing Remarks In the event of inclement weather, the festival will be held at the Secondary Center.

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WA music festival today to benefit flooded library

Breakfast Buffet

Breakfast is continuing to be served at the Moose Lodge to the community from 7:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The Moose Lodge is located at See WEST PITTSTON, Page 44

At left, Wyoming Area seniors Christie Argenio, left, and Geena DiMattia man a table for today's FloodFest 2011 during a fundraiser pasta dinner at Wyoming Area High School last Sunday afternoon. PHOTO BY BILL TARUTIS

Wyoming Rec board Halloween party, parade Saturday The Wyoming Recreation Board is sponsoring a children’s Halloween parade at Butler St Park on Saturday, Oct. 29, at 3:00 p.m. There will be a prize for scariest, prettiest, funniest and most original costumes and treats for the children who come dressed in costume up to age 12. Rotary Happy Hour

EILEEN CIPRIANI 287-3349 ecipriani@comcast.net Chicken and Biscuits

Wyoming Masonic Lodge #468, 821 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming, will offer a chicken and biscuit dinner on Saturday, Nov. 5, serving from 4-7 p.m. Take outs available. Price is $8.50 per person Field Hockey Parents

The Wyoming Area Field Hockey Parents Association will meet on Wednesday, Oct. 26, at 7 p.m. at the Moose Lodge in West Pittston. Final preparations will be made for the banquet on Nov.20.

Pork and Sauerkraut

Wyoming United Methodist Church, 376 Wyoming Ave, Wyoming, will offer a pork and sauerkraut dinner on Nov. 5 from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Dine in or use the convenient drive thru for takeout. Cost is adults $9 and children $5. For info or tickets call 693-2821 or 693-1303. Library News

The Wyoming Free Library is selling Bon Ton Community Day booklets for $5 at the desk until the sale on Nov. 11 and 12. Inside each booklet is a $10 coupon plus many coupons for discount items. The $5 goes directly

Treasures, Bernie Madigan, and Catering by Bob Boyer and Bob Guilford.) St. Monica’s Parish

Bible Study is Thursday, Oct. 27, after the 7 p.m. Mass. Bible study is followed by the night Prayer of the Church. Tickets are available for St. Monica Parish Fall Raffle featuring a handmade queen size quilt as first prize, $250 second prize and a basket of cheer third prize. The drawing will be held on Nov. 6. Tickets may be purchased after all Masses at St. Joseph’s Church and at Our Lady of Sorrows Church. You may also call the creator of the quilt, Joann Kwasny at 283-3388 or the chairman of the fundraising committee, Tom Tomsak at 2372188.

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Wyoming Rotary’s Happy Hour fundraiser is Nov. 4 from 5:30-9:30 p.m. at Rooney’s Irish Pub, Main St., Pittston. The event benefits Wyoming Rotary charities primarily within the Wyoming Area School District. Complimentary by Rooney’s. Other events include a 50/50 raffle and a Great Restaurants of Wyoming Valley Raffle. Donations of any amount are appreciated. Bar food and dinners available all night.

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to the library. Access the Library on the web at www.wyominglibrary.org. The library is now open Monday nights from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Now thru Dec. 16 the library will have Story Time for preschool children ages 3 to 5. The program is from 11 a.m. to noon. There will be stories, snacks and crafts. Space is limited so please call the library at 693-1364 to reserve your child’s spot. The library’s inaugural vendor fund raising event is Nov. 5 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Wyoming Hose Company at 33 East 8th Street. Vendors include: American Girl Clothes, Avon, Books & Raffle, Joanne’s videos, Mary Kay, Thirty one, Celebrating Home, Pampered Chef, Lia Sophia, Mia Bella, Scentsy, Designer Jewelry and community businesses such as, European

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along with most other buildings and homes in low-lying parts of the borough when the Susquehanna River crested at a record 42.66 feet on Sept. 9. About 15,000 books and all furnishings were destroyed. “The flood insurance won’t cover our losses. We’ll have enough to get the building back in shape, but in terms of furnishing it, there’s no money for that. So that’s why we’ve been asking people for used furniture in the meantime,” said library director Anne Bramblett Barr. The library received that and much more.

During the two and a half weeks staff and volunteers spent cleaning out the damaged building and moving about 11,500 books that were saved to dry storage space donated by Cliff and Ruth Melberger, Barr noticed the vacant video store and showed it to library board president John Panzitta, who agreed it was perfect. “It’s really designed exactly how a library should be, with an outdoor slot for returns, a big, beautiful circulation desk. You couldn’t ask for a better location. We called Sandy Insalaco Sr. and he said, ‘Anything for the library.’ We’re getting this rentfree, all the utilities are covered. It’s just a perfect opportunity to get us back on our feet,” Barr said.

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425 Exeter Avenue. Fee is $6.95 per person. Chef Pat Greenfield from Grico’s Restaurant will be preparing the meals.

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WA Field Hockey

The Wyoming Area Field Hockey Parents Association will meet on Wednesday, Oct. 26, at 7:00 p.m. at the Moose Lodge in West Pittston. Final preparations will be made for the banquet which will be held on Nov.r 20. All field hockey parents are welcome.

Halloween Parade

West Pittston Parks, Recreation, and Beautification Board will hold their annual Halloween Party and Parade, Sunday, October 30, at 2:00 p.m. at the Moose Lodge in West Pittston. Children of all ages are welcome. Prizes will be awarded. Purse Auction

The West Pittston Council of Salvation Army will conduct their 4th Annual Purse Sale/ Auction on Nov. 2. The sale/auction is at 214 Luzerne Avenue in West Pittston at

Maria Heck, library aide, checks in a book while Cheryl Butera continues to unpack books.

Barr thought the hard part would be furnishing the space. Not so much. Allied Services provided 20 computers, a printer and a technician to install it all. After staff sent emails to all Pennsylvania libraries asking for furniture, the library got invitations to send a moving van to Millersville University and Bucks County Public Library for bookshelves and computer tables. “We just sent out a request

... and we were overwhelmed with the response. We had to turn people away. We couldn’t possibly use another table, rocker or anything else. Local businesses, East Mountain Inn, Boscov’s, Genetti’s, Wyoming Valley West School District – they all gave us things. It’s been wonderful,” Barr said. Barr expects renovations at the old library to be complete by the end of the year and to open

sometime in January. Monetary donations can be made to the West Pittston Library Recovery Fund of the Luzerne Foundation, 140 Main St., Luzerne, PA 18709. The temporary library in Insalaco’s Shopping Center is open noon to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday; noon to 6 p.m. Fridays; and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays.

the Salvation Army Church. Everyone is welcome. Start time is 6:00 p.m. All proceeds to benefit the Women’s Programs here at the Salvation Army West Pittston. Contact Major Sheryl Hershey at 655-5947 or email her at: Sheryl.hershey@use.Salvationarmy.org.

co’s Shopping Center, Wyoming Avenue, located next to Rite Aid.

Birthday Notes

Street Department

Leaf pick up will begin Monday, Oct. 24 and Tuesday, Oct. 25. Residents are requested to place leaves in open containers on tree lawns. No leaves are to be placed on the road. Library Alert

The Library is now temporarily open at the site of the former Blockbuster store at the Insala-

Tax Bills Mailed

West Pittston Tax Collector George L. Miller announced the school taxes have been mailed. Taxes are now at face value phase until Dec. 1. Office hours are: Tuesday evenings from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Saturdays 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. and by appointment. If a receipt is requested, please enclose a self-addressed, stamped envelope along with the entire bill. For an appointment, call 570-655-3801. Any property owners not receiving a tax bill are requested to contact the tax office at 655-7782 ext. 232.

Celebrating this week are: Angela Dwyer Morgan,10/25; Debbie Ninotti, 10/23; Dan Rescinti, Jr., 10/23; MacKenzie Bilbow, 10/23, Mark Bugelholl, 10, 23, Ed Donnelly, Jr., 10/24; Debbie Klaproth,10/24; Theresa Zalepa, 10/25; DawnMarie Crake, 10/26; Brittany Laffey, 10/26; Ed Zalepa, 10/26; and Tom Obrzut, 10/ 26. Thought for the Week

Education is not a preparation for life; education is life itself. Quote of the Week

“The power to question is the basis of all human progress.” – Indira Gandhi

Pittston Area bit late in loss to Berwick Patriots surrender fourth-quarter lead in 42-31 defeat By Josh Horton

Dispatch Correspondent

Above, Pittston Area halfback Marc Romanczuk, right, stiff-arms Berwick defender Matt Cashman in WVC Class 3A football at Crispin Field in Berwick on Friday night. Below left, PA quarterback Anthony Schwab throws a pass for a completion. Below right, Patriots running back Justin Wilk sprints past a Berwick defender. PHOTOS BY BILL TARUTIS

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Traditionally Berwick’s Crispin Field is a tough place to play. Most high school football teams are happy to escape with a respectable loss. Not Pittston Area. The Patriots had a chance to turn a cheek to tradition, and held a lead midway through the fourth quarter on Friday night. But the pesky Bulldogs refused to go away as they persevered for a 42-31 victory sending the Patriots packing to its sixth straight loss of the season. The game was an emotional roller coaster for the Patriots right from the coin toss. The Bulldogs scored a touchdown on their first drive. However, the 7-play, 68yard drive which eventually ended in a five yard touchdown for Berwick star running back Jeremy Freeman did not dampen the spirits of the Patriots. Instead, Pittston Area did something about it and they did so in a big way. Quarterback Anthony Schwab may not be known as a threat to throw the deep ball, but he proved his critics wrong when he found star wideout Jordan Houseman for a 71-yard touchdown on the Patriots very first play from scrimmage. Houseman caught the ball around the Berwick 35-yard line and took it the house from there. It was far from an easy touchdown, as Houseman needed a brilliant stutter step to evade the final Berwick defender. Chris Musto drilled the PAT and the score was knotted at 7-7 at the 8:57 mark of the first quarter. Neither team struck again in the first quarter, but the offenses heated up in the second. It was the Patriots who struck first in the second quarter as a 21yard jaunt by junior halfback Justin Wilk, set up first-and-goal. Schwab capped off the drive by lowering his head and driving across the plane for the 1-yard

score. Musto added the PAT and the Patriots were ahead 14-7 with 11:14 remaining in the opening half. Berwick came right back with a 1-yard quarterback keeper of their own. Jared Pierce found the end zone with 7:24 remaining in the half. The touchdown would not have been possible if the Dawgs had not converted on fourth-andinches from the Patriots 14-yard line. Pierce faked the handoff to the fullback and took off to his right, before being brought down inside the 1. Berwick again added the PAT and the game was tied at 14-14. The Patriots offense wasn’t done in the first half. Houseman set up the Patriots with first-and-10 from their own 42-yard line after a 32-yard kick return. With their backs against the wall on third-and-12 from the 40, Schwab hit Houseman down the field for a 30-yard gain. They continued to go to the air as Schwab found Evan Hahn on a crossing route for18 yards putting the Patriots in the red zone. The air attack was working and they didn’t stop it in the first half as the drive was capped by a 13-yard touchdown connection between Schwab and Houseman. Schwab threw it up and Houseman went and got it in the back corner of the end zone on the fade route. Musto split the uprights with the PAT and the Patriots held a 21-14 lead with 4:36 remaining in the first half. Late in the first half Schwab tried to go down the middle for a big gain, but was picked and the Dawgs took over first-and-10 from the Patriot 13. The pick proved to be costly as Pierce went in for a 5-yard touchdown just before halftime to send the teams to the locker room all square at 21-21. The Bulldogs recaptured the lead in the third quarter when Freeman scored on a two-yard rush. They added the PAT and the

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PA out-‘manned’ by Elk Lake Lady Warriors featured seven boys in lineup against Lady Patriots

By Matt Page

Dispatch Correspondent

Last season, Pittston Area defeated Elk Lake 3-0 in the last game of the season to jump into the final playoff spot by clinching the third-seed in Wyoming Valley Conference Division 3. This season, the Lady Patriots faced off against Elk Lake again but this time they were already sitting in the No. 3 spot in WVC Division 3 trailing the Warriors by 11/2 games for the second position. The two teams took the field for a doubleheader on Pittston Area’s Senior Day on Tuesday at the Bucky Harris Sports Complex in Hughestown. Elk Lake, which touted seven boys in their starting line-up, was able to come away with two hard-fought victories, 4-2 and 2-1, to sure up the No. 2 spot in WVC Division 3, and set Pittston Area up to be the third-seed out of WVC-3. "Not much (of a disadvantage) really," said PA Head Coach Caitlin Hadzimichalis about the playing against boys. "Yes, some of their hits are a little hard and they might be able to sprint faster genetically, but I don’t think it was that much of a disadvantage, we had our own mistakes that compounded it." In game one, Elk Lake got on the board first at the 23:47 mark but the Lady Patriots answered with one of their own two minutes later, when Emily Herron put the ball into the back of the cage off a Liz Mikitish assist. The rest of the first half went back-and-forth as it ended tied at 1-1. The second half started just how the first ended – a lot of opportunities for the offense but solid defensive plays won out. That was the case until Elk Lake broke the tie again with a goal at the 16:23 mark. However, true to normal Lady Patriot fashion, they fought back, tying the game at twos when Mikitish threw a hard long pass into a scrum in front of the cage. The ball found its way to the stick of

Above, Pittston Area's Madeline Dworak takes a shot against Elk Lake on Tuesday afternoon at the Bucky Harris Athletic Complex in Hughestown. Below left, Gabby Vaxmonsky (4) runs with an Elk Lake player toward a loose ball. Below right Samantha Moska brings the ball up field. PHOTOS BY BILL TARUTIS

Becca Weinstock who knocked in with just over11minutes left in the game. The two teams fought for the next nine minutes before Elk Lake knocked the ball into the cage after PA couldn’t clear it out of the circle, breaking the tie and giving Elk Lake a 3-2 lead with 2:01 left in the game. The Warriors iced the first game when they scored again with eight seconds left clinching a 4-2 victory and pushing their lead over Pittston Area to two games. Elk Lake outshot the Lady Patriots 10-6 but they came up even in corners with nine each. Ariel Ardo recorded seven saves in the cage for the Lady Patriots. In the second game, Elk Lake got off to a quick start, again getting on the board first when they found the back of the net at the 27:22 mark. PA seemed out-matched by the size and speed of the Elk Lake team as they struggled to maintain any sort of substantial attack, forcing their defense and goalie to come up with big defensive plays to keep them in the game. Elk Lake had an opportunity to take a 2-0 lead when they were awarded a penalty stroke, but Lea Garibaldi came up with a big save as she kicked the ball away to keep the Lady Patriots within striking distance. PA nearly evened the match at the 18-minute mark when the ball squirted across the face of the cage, but no one was on the other end to knock it in. Three minutes later, the Lady Warriors nearly tied it up for the second time when the ball was played into the middle of the circle and then off of a PA stick past the GK, but it rolled wide of the cage and Elk Lake held on to their 1-0 lead. However, that margin didn’t stay for long as EL scored their second goal with 14:27 left in the first pushing the lead to 2-0, a score which held up until the end See WYOMING, Page 54

Matthews wins Durako finishes second East Regional at WVC coaches meet Pittston Area golfer set to defend PIAA crown By Rick Notari

Dispatch Staff

Brandon Matthews fired a 2under 70 to win the PIAA East Regional Golf Championship on Monday at the Golden Oaks Country Club in Fleetville. The Pittston Area senior – and defending PIAA State Champion – recorded two birdies, two bogeys and an eagle on his way to the victory. Matthews finished fifth last year at the East Regional on his way to winning the Patriots first state golf title. As a junior, Matthews won every major high school title with the exception of the regional crown. This season, Matthews finished fifth in the District 2 event while qualifying for the regional event.

The 2011 PIAA State Championships will be held Monday and Tuesday at the Heritage Hills Golf Resort in York. Last season Matthews shot 67 in the final round of the event to finish with a two-day, low total of 3-under 139. The only other District 2 golfers to qualify for this year’s state championship were Delaware Valley junior Cody Cox, who shot 5-over 77, and Abington Heights senior Eric Montella who carded a 7-over 79 before capturing the final berth in a playoff. District 2 champ Ryan Brown of Scranton Prep struggled, carding an 86. Holy Redeemer’s Mariano Medico – Matthews’ top competitor in WVC action this year – shot 85.

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Zielen-Engleman win Fall Classic The Emanon Country Club held its Annual Fall Classic Golf Tournament last weekend with the team of Tony Zielen and John Engleman capturing the title by shooting a round of 3-under par 66 on Sunday to edge out Saturday’s medalist Len Benfante and Tom Biscotti who shot 66. This year’s tournament had 32 teams participate. Championship Flight

By John Medeiros

Times Leader Sports Editor

It was the kind of dramatic finish that is expected when Dallas’ Regan Rome and Holy Redeemer’s Marissa Durako are racing in the same field. The two traded the lead down the stretch before Rome pulled away by a couple of strides at the end of a grueling run at the Wyoming Valley Conference Coaches Meet on Tuesday at the Wyoming County Fairgrounds. "I knew coming in that the last race was me and Regan," Durako said. "We were neck and neck the whole time. I knew she’d want to win just like I would, and this one turned out the same as the last time, with her going ahead at the end." The pair led the pack the entire second half of the race, topping the field by more than a minute. As the runners came through the midway point of the race, Rome was closely pursued by Durako, a Laflin resident, and teammate Rachel Sowinski. Behind the lead group was another cluster of Dallas runners - Lindsey Oremus, Maggie Fannick and Bryanna Dissinger were among the top eight. But as the runners made their second pass through the crowd and headed for the 2-mile mark, Rome and Durako pulled away. "She just had a better kick at the end," Durako said of Rome. "The last race was more flat, and we came in around 18:30. This time, we improved since we had a similar finish on this course, which was a little hilly." Also in the lead group was Pittston Area’s Cathe-

Top 10 finish

While teammate Catherine Lombardo was battling with the leaders, Bianca Bolton quietly notched her way into the Top 10 with a time of 20:37.11 to finish 10th in the WVC race. Bolton was the only other Lady Patriots runner to finish in the Top 25. Pittston Area had two runners finish in the Top 50, and two additional runners place in the Top 60. Kaitlynn Kutcha placed 33rd with a time of 22:14.99 and Emily Seaman finished 47th with a time of 23:09.40. Olivia Lanza ran a 23:37.65 to place 52nd, and Ashley Menichini finished 57th with a time of 23:51.62. Lucky 13 for Radzwilka

Wyoming Area’s Sara Radzwilka finished 13th at the WVC Coaches Meet, running a 20:47.34 to give the Lady Warriors their only Top 25 finisher. Angela Cocco was Wyoming Area’s next finisher with a time of 24:45.68 to finish 79th. Sarah Crake (27:36.65), Kim Golden (30:13.58), Amanda Ostrowski (30:30.27) and Allison Golden (32:36.11) also ran for the Lady Warriors in the event. Connors, Filipiak lead local boys

Pittston Area’s Jamie Connors and Wyoming Area’s Eric Filipiak were the top finishers among runners from Greater Pittston schools in the WVC Coaches Meet. Connors turned in a time of 18:43.78 to finish 34th, and Filipiak ran an 18:45.43 to finish right behind Connors in 35th. Dominic DeLuca of Dallas won the event with a time of 16:37.40. PA’s Tyler Cummings was next in line for local runners, posting a time of 19:11.78 to finish 44th. Dimitri Shea of Pittston Area ran 78th with a time of 20:23.81, and Wyoming Area’s Steve Barush placed 92nd with a time of 20:56.94.

1st Flight

Tom & Pat Kerrigan (72-71, 143) Bob Chabak - Joe Graham (72-72, 144) Jim Falzone - Rick Evans (7471, 145) Joe Hughes - Joe Dietrick (7373, 146) 2nd Flight

Rich Barni - Ed O’Dell (7776, 153) Joe Renzi – Bob Bergimino (79-76, 155) Bob & Mark Altivilla (80-77, 157) Dave Begliomini - Brad Ondrak (78-79, 157)

rine Lombardo (19:47.40). She reached the first turn in third place, and never fell out of the lead group before earning a fourth-place finish, seven seconds behind Hazleton Area’s Nicole Buerhle. "She’s been working on her starts," Pittston Area coach Joe Struckus said of Lombardo. "She’s getting where she needs to be. She is finishing well."

Sunday Dispatch Staff Writer Rick Notari contributed to this report. This week’s schedule Wyoming Area's Sara Radzwilka is seen competing earlier this season. She finished 13th at WVC Coaches Meet on Wednesday.

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Tony Zielen - John Engleman (68-66, 134) Len Benfante - Tom Biscotti (66-69, 135) Jerry & Kevin Stankiewicz (71-65, 136) Guy Fasciana - Rick Mazar (71-66, 137)

Lombardo places fourth, Bolton earns 10th, Radzwilka is 13th

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Patriots earn WVC third seed in D2 playoffs Pittston Area’s quarterfinal opponent to be determined today ston Area.

By Rick Notari

Dispatch Staff

The District 2 Class 3A playoff seedings will be determined off icially today at a meeting, but expect Pittston Area to earn the Wyoming Valley Conference’s thirdseed. As of Saturday morning, the quarterf inal was set to be played on Wednesday or Thursday. Expect the Patriots to travel either day to face a Lackawanna Soccer League opponent. The district semif inals will be played either Monday, Oct. 31 or Tuesday, Nov. 1 with the championship match set for Nov. 2 or Nov. 3. Other WVC teams that qualif ied for the district tournament include Coughlin (11-3) and Valley West (8-6). Abington Heights (121-1), Delaware Valley (9-5) and Wallenpaupack (5-8-1) will represent the Lackawanna Soccer League. Williamsport is also included in the tournament as the lone Class 3A team in District 4. The eighth team is Tunkhannock (10-7) who defeated Scranton (1-12-1) in a play-in game.

PA 2, Lehman 6

Pittston Area hung tough with WVC Division 2 champion Lake-Lehman for 65 minutes before the Black Knights broke out with four unanswered goals to defeat the Patriots, 6-2, on Monday afternoon at the Bucky Harris Athletic Complex in Hughestown. Trailing 2-0 in the 55th minute, PA’s Jordan Consagra got the Patriots on the board, and four minutes later tied the score at 2-2 with a goal in the 59th minute of action. But Lake-Lehman scored four goals in seven minutes, beginning with a Jay Dawsey goal in the 66th minute. Dawsey scored four goals and added an assist for the Black Knights. Taylor Roberts stopped 12 shots in goal for the Patriots. WA 7, MMI Prep 1 Pittston Area''s Jordan Consagra makes a pass against Lake-Lehman Monday afternoon in Hughestown.

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PA 3, Meyers 1

Wyoming Area (6-10) finished its regular season with a convincing 7-1 victory over MMI Prep in a WVC Division 3 match on Senior Parents Night on Monday at Jake Sobeski Stadium in West Pittston. Chris Bone scored a hat trick for the Warriors as the home squad ran out to a 5-0 lead at halftime. Sean O’Malley and Nate Brague each scored two goals and added an assist for WA. Aaron Carter stopped 14 shots in net for the Warriors. OF 1, Carbondale 3

Wyoming Area's Dan Haley clears the ball on Monday night in a game against MMI Prep. PHOTO BY TONY CALLAIO

OF's Ian Nemetz controls the ball against Carbondale on Monday night. PHOTO BY RICK NOTARI

Despite playing without f ive starters – including its regular goalie – Old Forge (3-11) gave a yeoman’s effort in a 3-1 loss to LSL Division 3 stalwart and playoff-bound Carbondale in its last game of the season on Monday night at the Andrew Cerra Athletic Complex in the PioSee SOCCER, Page 56

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Pittston Area (10-5-1) completed its regular season with a 3-1 win over Meyers in a WVC Division 2 Soccer match on Wednesday afternoon at the Bucky Harris Athletic Complex in Hughestown. Pietro Colella put the Patriots on the board with an unassisted goal just f ive minutes into the game. Ian Tracy gave PA a 2-0 lead on an assist from Jordan Consagra at the 15-minute mark. Meyers cut the lead in half with a goal 10 minutes later, but Consagra gave the Patriots some late insurance with an unassisted goal with one minute left in the match. Zack Mikitish stopped eight shots in goal for Pitt-

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Hiedacavage helps WA break streak Lady Warriors win over Hanover stops losing spurt

By Rick Notari

Dispatch Staff

Wyoming Area broke a fourgame losing streak with a 3-2 win over Hanover Area in a WVC Division 3 match on Monday afternoon. Audrey Hiedacavage paced the Lady Warriors with a seasonhigh 36 assists and nine service points in the14-25, 25-23, 22-25, 25-15, 15-6 win. Sam Acacio added 12 kills for WA, and Gabby Bohan and Melissa Kazmenck chipped in with 11 kills each. WA 0, MMI Prep 3

Wyoming Area just couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get over the hump in a tough three-set loss to MMI Prep in a WVC Division 3 girlsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; volleyball match on Wednesday afternoon in Exeter. The Lady Warriors lost 26-24 in the first game and 25-21 in the second game before dropping the third game 25-18. Audrey Hiedacavage led the WA effort with18 assists and one kill. Samantha Acacio added seven kills for the Lady Warriors, and Kate Kross made registered five kills and an ace. PA 1, Tunkhannock 3

Pittston Area won its first game in nearly a month but were still on the short end of a 3-1 loss to Tunkhannock on Thursday afternoon in Wyoming County. The Lady Patriots lost the first two sets, 25-4 and 25-16, but fought back to take the third game, 25-21, before falling in the fourth, 25-10. Alexandra Kochis led PA with 11 digs, eight points and two aces. Kendall Melochick added five kills and five digs for the Lady Patriots, and Jackie Rabender chipped in with five kills, three points, two aces and two blocks.

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Standings

WVC-2 Redeemer.........................13-0 Crestwood ........................11-3 Tunkhannock.....................6-6 Berwick .............................4-9 Dallas ...............................2-11 Pittston Area....................0-12

WVC-3 Nanticoke .........................11-1 Lake-Lehman...................10-1 MMI Prep..........................6-5 Meyers...............................5-6 Hanover .............................4-7 Wyoming Area..................3-8 GAR .................................0-11 Leaders

Points 1. Kate Kross, WA..............55 2. Audrey Hiedacavage, WA ................................................49 3. Leslie Shumlas, WA 18 4t. Mallory Bohan, WA 14 4t. Ali Slomba, PA 14 Aces 1. Kate Kross, WA..............29 2. Ali Slomba, PA.................8 Assists 1. Audrey Hiedacavage, WA ..............................................166 2. Nicolette Bradshaw, PA..34 Kills 1. Sam Acacio, WA ............45 2. Kate Kross, WA .............28 3. Gabby Bohan, WA .........27 4. Jackie Rabender, PA .......18 This week

Monday PA v. Crestwood Tuesday WA v. GAR Wednesday PA at Dallas

At top, Pittston Area's Howrasha Bryan returns the ball against Berwick in Yatesville on Tuesday afternoon. At right, Nicolette Bradshaw taps the ball over the net for the Lady Patriots. Far right, Kendall Melochick sets the ball for PA.

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Blue Devils rally on Argust returns Senior scores TDs on interception, punt returns in win over MV By Rick Notari

Dispatch Staff

Above, Old Forge's Dave Argust returns a fourth-quarter interception 80 yards for a touchdown during the Blue Devils 42-26 come-from-behind win over Mid Valley on Friday night in Throop. Below left, Ryan Paulish celebrates a Blue Devils touchdown. Below right, Colin Carey sneaks over the goalline for a touchdown, and Lou Febbo (33) sprints to the endzone for a score. PHOTOS BY ANGELA CECCARELLI

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Last week Old Forge Head Coach Mike Schuback said his Blue Devils couldn’t win without Dave Argust. This week, Argust backed him up. The senior returned a punt and an interception for touchdowns as Old Forge rallied from a 15-point deficit to defeat Mid Valley, 4226, in a key Lackawanna Football Conference Division III battle on Friday night at Spartan Stadium in Throop. But it wasn’t just the two returns that spurred the victory. Argust also thwarted another Mid Valley drive with an INT, and caught three passes for 70 yards. His heroics saved the Blue Devils from an uninspiring first half of play. The Spartans got off to a fast start, scoring on their fifth play from scrimmage – a quick screen from quarterback Martin Walsh to wideout Ronny Tomasetti that the latter turned into a 30-yard touchdown with just1:57 gone from the clock. The two-point pass failed and the Spartans led, 6-0. A quick three-and-out by the Blue Devils gave Mid Valley some momentum, and three plays later, Antonio Russo sprinted 69 yards around the right side for a touchdown. Ryan Cadwalder intercepted the two-point pass for Old Forge, but the Spartans led 12-0. Old Forge answered with 12play, 61-yard drive that Colin Carey capped with a 1-yard plunge. Carey completed four passes on the drive for 67 yards, including an 11-yarder to Argust on thirdand-8; a 27-yarder to Mike Vieira on third-and-4; and a 24-yarder to Lou Febbo on fourth-and-23 from the Mid Valley 29. Febbo ran in the two-point conversion and Old Forge was within 12-8 with 54 seconds left in the opening period. The Spartans came right back as Walsh and Tomasetti hooked up again for a touchdown, this time for a 56-yard strike down the middle of the field with just nine seconds elapsed in the second quarter. The two-point run failed again and MV led, 18-8.

The Blue Devils again put together a long drive, chewing up 67 yards on 10 plays. But when Mid Valley forced an incompletion on third down, Old Forge settled for a 25-yard field goal by Matt Mancuso to get within 18-11with 6:34 left in the first half. Mid Valley again responded as Russo zipped around his left side and went 65 yards untouched to the endzone on the ensuing play from scrimmage. This time the Spartans converted the two-point pass as Walsh found Tomasetti in the corner of the endzone for a 2611 lead with 6:16 remaining in the second quarter. The duo of Russo and Tomasetti accounted for 268 yards in offense for the Spartans to that point in the game. But the Blue Devils defense locked down the playmakers from that point on, allowing the duo to gain just 54 yards the rest of the way. “The first half we slept walked,” said co-captain Anthony Trotta. “But we were able to keep it close enough to give ourselves a chance in the second half. We played the first half like we were playing not to lose. We had to come out the second half and play to win. We were fighting on our heels but needed to fight on our toes. We needed to control the tempo, control the game. We know our defense is key. “We gave up big plays and we shouldn’t have. They are a bigplay team and we didn’t stop them. In the second half we swarmed the football like we were supposed to.” Before the Blue Devils got to halftime they would add a 28-yard field goal from Mancuso to get within 26-14, but it didn’t happen without some excitement. Facing a fourth-and-10 from the MV 22, Carey hit Vieira for a 21-yard gain to the 1 as time expired. But the Spartans were called for pass interference on the play, to give Old Forge one untimed down from the MV11, and a chance to convert for three points. “I think all of our coaches made the best of the 20 minute half-

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WVC 3A

Dallas .....................6-1 (50) Crestwood..............6-2 (50) Coughlin ................5-3 (43) Berwick..................5-3 (41) Pittston Area ..........2-6 (17) Tunkhannock ...........0-8 (0) WVC 2A/1A

GAR .......................6-1 (40) Wyoming Area.......5-1 (35) Northwest ..............5-3 (35) Lake-Lehman ........4-4 (27) Nanticoke ...............2-5 (14) Hanover ..................2-5 (14) Meyers....................2-6 (14) Holy Redeemer........0-7 (0) LFC Division 3

Old Forge ...............3-0, 6-2 Susquehanna...........2-1, 5-3 Mid Valley..............2-1, 5-3 Trail ........................1-2, 6-2 Holy Cross..............1-2, 4-4 Montrose ................0-3, 0-8 D2 Class 3A

Valley View ........1050 (7-1) Dallas....................910 (6-1) Crestwood.............820(6-2) Coughlin ..............700 (5-3) Scranton Prep.......610 (5-3) Berwick ...............580 (5-3) Pittston Area........270 (2-6) Abington Heights 250 (2-5) West Scranton ......210 (2-4) Honesdale ............200 (2-6) Tunkhannock ...........0 (0-8) North Pocono...........0 (0-8) D2 Class 2A

GAR .....................770 (6-1) Wyoming Area.....600 (6-1) Lakeland ..............570 (4-4) Susquehanna........560 (5-3) Mid Valley............510 (4-4) Lake-Lehman ......470 (4-4) Western Wayne....380 (3-5) Hanover................280 (2-5) Carbondale ..........250 (2-6) Meyers .................240 (2-6) Nanticoke.............200 (2-5) Holy Redeemer........0 (0-7) Montrose..................0 (0-8)

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D2 Class 1A

Dunmore.............1190 (8-0) Lackawanna Trail 920 (6-2) Old Forge .............910 (6-2) Riverside..............740 (5-3) Northwest ............660 (5-3) Holy Cross...........530 (4-4)

Pittston Area wide receiver Jordan Houseman, left, hauls in a pass as Berwick's Matt Cashman defends Friday night in Berwick. BILL BILL TARUTIS

score was 28-21 Berwick with just over a minute remaining in the third quarter. The Patriots drove all the way to the Berwick 9-yard line on their next possession, but were unable to get in the endzone. Patriots Head Coach Mike Barrett opted to take the points and Musto did just that as he drilled the 24-yard field goal, tightening the Berwick lead to just 28-24 with 8:34 remaining in the game. The Patriots needed the ball back and when Freeman fumbled, and the Pittston Area defenders pounced on the ball giving the Patriots first-and-10 from the Berwick 36-yard line. They then got even closer as Berwick head coach Gary Campbell was flagged for unsportsmanlike conduct to give the Patriots firstand-10 from the Berwick 21. Marc Romanczuk then broke loose for a 15-yard gain setting up first-and-goal from the 6-yard line, and two plays later, went up and over the line of scrimmage for a1-yard touchdown. Musto added

the PAT and the Patriots held their second lead of the game at 31-28 with 6:31 remaining in the game. The clock would not tick fast enough for the Patriots as Freeman found the end zone yet again. This time, he scored on an11-yard rush on first-and-10. The PAT was nearly blocked by the Patriots, but instead Berwick led 35-31 with 4:57 remaining in the game. The Patriots began their next drive from their own 20. On the first play of the drive, Romanczuk broke loose for an 11-yard gain. However, on the next play Berwick defenders knocked the ball loose and recovered the fumble. Freeman broke loose again for a 31-yard touchdown to give the Bulldogs a two-score lead with just less than three minutes remaining in the game. Schwab had his best game of the year through the air as he completed 12 of his 19 passes for 239 yards. Houseman caught four passes for138 yards to lead the receivers and Romanczuk had 17 carries for 106 yards to lead the ground game. The Patriots will host the Wyoming Valley West Spartans this Friday at Charley Trippi Stadium.

WWE Panthers ring two â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Prideâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; trophies

WWE's Michael Barney sweeps left against a Rams defender. PHOTOS BY TONY CALLAIO

West Pittston's Ethan Crake successfully caught this pass for a Rams touchdown as two Panthers defended.

Kasey Crawn scampers for long yardage for a Panthers touchdown.

Williams set up for another touchdown by Charlie Banashefski. The successful two-point conversion by Rusyn, made it 32-14. After forcing the Rams to punt in the third quarter, Riley Rusyn ran the ball back for a 55 yard touchdown. Jacob Williams added two more points with a succesful conversion bringing the score to 40-14. The Panthers kicked to the Rams and Dominic Deluca ran it back for a Rams touchdown. The WWE B-Team defeated the West Pittston Rams 12-0, and the A Team: was beaten by the Rams 46-6 WWE v. Swoyersville

Two weeks ago, the WWE Panthers C-Team beat the Swoyersville Sailors 36-0. On the first play of the game, Riley Rusyn ran the ball for a 60 yard touchdown to put the first points on the board. Dillon Williams successfully completed the two point conversion to bring the game to 8-0. Caleb Graham ran the ball for a 50 yard touchdown and Nick Elko made the two point conversion to make it a 16-0 game. A big run by Jacob Williams set up the 15 yard touchdown run by Nick Elko. The score was 22-0 at the end of the first quarter. Dillon Williams ran for a 45 yard touchdown in the second quarter to bring the score to 28-0 at the half. Big runs by Nathaniel May and Adam Wisnewski set up the 5 yard touchdown run by Corey Mruk. Nathaniel May completed the two point conversion for a 36-0 lead. Bryce Hinkle, Alex Pierce, and Garrett Larson had carries to run out the clock and seal the victory for the Panthers. Jack Dileo, Walter "Bear" Smith, Noah Valez, and Nasir Condry led the defense which only allowed one first down the whole game. Offense had great lead blocking by Jayden Rusyn, Cael Heck, Josh Jones, Jonathan Augustine, and Matt Clarke. In other games, the D Team was defeated by Swoyersville 38-22; the B Team beat Swoyersville 24-20; and the A Team was defeated by Swoyersville 36-22.

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The Rams Jordan Catling reaches high for a touchdown catch against WWE.

The Wyoming/West Wyoming/Exeter D-Team Panthers beat the West Pittston Rams 3212 in the annual Ring of Pride game witch features a trophy for the winner. Leo Haros and Rocco Pizano both scored a pair of touchdowns, while Joshua Stone scored a two-point conversion. Joseph Marranca, Lakota Caines, Anthony Van Auken and Hunter Lawall all had key blocks for the backs to score. The defense was quick and explosive with tackles made by Drew Mruk, Leo Haros, Rocco Pizano, Zachary Sheridan and Russell VanAuken. The WWE Panthers C-Team also defeated the West Pittston Rams 40-20 bringing the "Ring of Pride" trophy back to Exeter. The Panthers started the game by kicking off to the Rams. Panthers own Riley Rusyn recovered the kick off. Charlie Banashefski ran for the first touchdown of the game. The twopoint conversion by Riley Rusyn was good, making it an 8-0 game. Dominic Deluca scored a touchdown for the Rams bringing the score to 8-6. Great blocking by the Panthers offensive line led by Dillon Williams, Jayden Rusyn, Nick Elko, and Charlie Banashefski allowed Riley Rusyn to run for 45 yards to set up for the touchdown. Rusyn scored the touchdown and Dillon Williams two-point conversion was successful. The Panthers dominating defense led by Nathaniel May, Adam Wisnewski, Corey Mruk, Walter "Bear" Smith, Noah Valdez, Jack Dielo, and Caleb Graham held the Rams forcing them punt. The Panthers used it to their advantage by moving the ball down the field until Charlie Banashefski was able to break loose and ran the ball for a 55 yard touchdown to make the score 22-6. Two-point conversion by Dillon Williams was good. The Rams offense took over and Dominic Deluca ran for the touchdown and the two-point conversion bringing the score to 24-14. A few carries by Riley Rusyn, Corey Mrukand Jacob

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of the half. Sensing that their backs were against the wall, the Lady Patriots came out with extreme intensity in the second half. They got on the board, cutting the lead to 2-1, when Liz Mikitish fired a shot past the GK and into the cage 5:30 into the half. Pittston Area controlled most of the second half, keeping high pressure on the Elk Lake defense and forcing them to make plays to hold onto the lead. With 16:06 left, Becca Weinstock dribbled down the sideline before badly faking out two defenders with two straight cutbacks. Then, she drove the ball hard across the front of the cage, but no one was able to deflect it in. PA kept applying pressure and continued to keep the ball in Elk Lake’s end of the field, but they could not find the back of the cage and Elk Lake was able to hold on for the 2-1 victory. "(The seniors - Ariel Ardo, Brittany Czerniakowski, Madeline Dworak, Brielle Warren, Gabby Vaxmonsky and Mallory Yozwiak) are a great group of kids and they are good core leadership for everybody coming up," said Hadzimichalis. "They’ve been setting a good ex-

ample for the underclassmen of how to act when they are seniors and what to do when they are in tough situations, so I’m very proud of them." Elk Lake outshot the Lady Patriots 16-12 but PA held the advantage in corners 10-3. Garbaldi had seven saves in the first half for the Lady Patriots and Ardo had four in the second half. PA dropped to 7-5-1 after the two losses but still hold on to third place in Division 3 ahead of GAR who is 7-6. PA 2, Northwest 0

Gabby Vaxmonsky scored two first-half goals as Pittston Area defeated previously unbeaten Northwest, 2-0, in a WVC Division 3 showdown on Thursday afternoon in Shickshinny. Vaxmonsky got the Lady Patriots on the board in the 18th minute with an unassisted goal before scoring on an assist from Rebecca Weinstock later in the half to give the Pittston Area defense margin for error. But the defense did not need the extra goal in holding the division-leading Rangers to just five shots on the day. Lea Garibaldi and Ariel Ardo combined to stop all five shots in net for the Lady Patriots.

PA 6, Berwick 1

Pittston Area exploded for three first-half goals and added three more in the second half on its way to a 6-1 victory over Berwick in a WVC Division 3 Field Hockey match on Monday afternoon in Columbia County. Gabby Vaxmonsky, Liz Mikitish and Katrina Mikitish each scored a goal in the first half as the Lady Patriots took a 3-0 lead at halftime. Rebecca Weinstock and Dana Maurizi assisted on the first and third goals of the half with Liz Mikitish scoring unassisted. Vaxmonsky then assisted on a Brielle Warren goal to open the second half as PA went ahead 4-0. Berwick answered with its only goal of the game, but Liz Mikitish and Weinstock finished the Lady Dawgs off with goals in the last 10 minutes of the game. Lea Garibaldi and Ariel Ardo split time in net for the Lady Patriots and did not face a shot. PA 5, Montrose 0

Dana Maurizi and Gabby Vaxmonsky scored two goals each as Pittston Area shut out Montrose, 5-0, in a WVC Division 3 Field Hockey match on Saturday afternoon at the Bucky Harris Athletic Complex in

Wyoming Area's Serra Degnan gets the ball past the Wyoming Seminary goalie before scoring a goal against the Blue Knights on Monday afternoon at the Atlas Sports Complex in West Pittston.

Hughestown. Meredith Yozwiak put the Lady Patriots on the board by finding the back of the net on an assist from Alexa Danko at the 7:59 mark of the first half. Vaxmonsky then sandwiched her two goals around a Maurizi goal to give PA a 4-0 lead at halftime. Marina Barnak, Rebecca Weinstock and Liz Mikitish assisted on the three goals. Maurizi then scored her second goal at the 11:09 mark of the second half on an assist from Brielle Warren. Pittston Area did not alone Montrose to have a shot on goal or a corner in the match. The Lady Patriots out shot the Lady Meteors, 18-0, and out-cornered them, 24-0. WA 3, Hazleton 4 (OT)

Wyoming Area rallied from a 2-0 deficit to take a second-half lead, but the Lady Warriors could not contain the Garzio sisters as Hazleton won a 4-3 overtime decision in a WVC Division 2 Field Hockey match on Wednesday afternoon in Hazle Twp. Selena Garzio scored on back-to-back assists from her sister Kayla to give the Lady Cougars a 2-0 lead with 12:05 remaining in the first half of

play. Wyoming Area answered with a goal from Alexis Coolbaugh on an assist from Serra Degnan at the 11:06 mark, and tied the score on a Jenna Skrinak unassisted goal with under five minutes left before intermission. Skrinak then scored again to open the second half, giving the Lady Warriors a 3-2 lead with 17:44 left to play. But Kayla Garzio scored with only 2:04 left in regulation to tie the score at 3-3 and send the match to overtime where Selena Garzio scored to give the Lady Cougars the victory. Nicole Cumbo stopped eight shots in goal for WA. WA 2, Lackawanna Trail 1

Wyoming Area broke a threegame losing streak with a 1-0 win over Lackawanna Trail in a WVC Crossover match on Tuesday afternoon at the Atlas Sports Complex in West Pittston. Trailing 1-0, Brianna Murray tied the score with an unassisted goal for the Lady Warriors at the 6:06 mark of the first half. Serra Degnan game WA the lead, 2-1, on an assist from Sally DeLuca at the 8:51 mark of the second half. Emily Wolfgang and Nicole See FIELD HOCKEY, Page 55

Wyoming Area's Brianna Murray gets around a Seminary defender. PHOTOS BY TONY CALLAIO

Stetina rolls 753 in Modern Mixed Bartoletti gets first ace Modern Lanes

Modern Bantam

Standings Rodano’s Pizza 12-6; Mingta Men 11-7; The Originals 11-7; Mark’s Pro Shop 11-7; Silver Bullets 10.5-7.5; Sleeping Dogs 10-8; Squirrels 6-12. Scratch Game Rick Fountain 279; Tony Santey 259; Jeff Connolly 255; Mark Mancini 254; Bob Sheplyl 247; Chris Dubaskus 247; Rich Burrier 245; Bill Mazonis 245; Rick Baldacci 235; Bill Martin 232. Scratch Series Rick Fountain 709; Tony Santey 676; Rick Baldacci 672; Bill Martin 661; Jerry Marinos 658; Rich Burrier 652; Mark Mancini 652; Leo Kaslavage 641; Jeff Connolly 639; Bill Mazonis 630.

Standings 2 15.5-8.5; Garilla 11-13; 3 Stars 10.5-13.5; The Pink Panthers 9-15. Scratch Game (Boys) Dylan Petrucci 103; Brian Gill 100; Aaron Hall 95; Austin Perrins 88; Bradley Gill 84. Scratch Game (Girls) Lu Lu Cavello 80; Bailey Loyack 75; Emily Bryan 58; Lully Loughney 34. Scratch Series (Boys) Dylan Petrucci 183; Brian Gill 181; Aaron Hall 177; Bradley Gill 156; Austin Perrins 155. Scratch Series (Girls) Bailey Loyack 144; Lu Lu Cavello 128; Emily Bryan 103; Lilly Loughney 50.

Modern Mixed

Standings Killers 25-7; 5 19-13; Sea Weavels 17.5-14.5; Spare Change 16.5-15.5; 8 6-16; Gutter Ball Busters 15-17; The Extreme Bowlers 15-17; Rolling Thunder 15-17; Bowling Gods 13-19. Scratch Games (Boys) Anthony DeMark 201; Justin Matos 171; Alex Hawk 156; Patrick Dawid 152; Joey Burridge 150. Scratch Games (Girls) Emily Cheskiewicz 142; Stephanie Nowak 139; Emily Cherkauskas 136; Kaitlyn Slusser 113; GIanna Colella 46. Scratch Series (Boys) Anthony DeMark 528; Alex Hawk 422; Kyle Chromey 407; Patrick Dawid 405; AJ Tucker 404. Scratch Series (Girls) Stephanie Nowak 374; Emily Cheskiewicz 364; Emily Cherkauskas 313; Kaitlynn Slusser 287; Gianna Colella 136.

Standings RC Baldrica PA 20-12; Mark’s Pro Shop 19.5-12.5; Team 4 19.5-12.5; Jack’s Amigos 16-16; PTP 16-16; Buccaneers 15-17; Turkey Season 1517; Coffee Table Café 7-25. Scratch Game (Men) Mike Allen 266; John Vanness 258; Glenn Frank 256; Jason Stetina 255; Rob Nowak 243; Pat Tarullo 243. Scratch Game (Women) Care Eipper 216; Kim Patton 14; Mary Ann Olienick 181; Laura Hall 160; Jen Pollack 145. Scratch Series (Men) Jason Stetina 753; Mike Allen; 695; Pat Tarullo 650; Rich Patton 636; John Vanness 636. Scratch Series (Women) Care Eipper 569; Kim Patton 536; Mary Ann Olenick 528; Laura Hall 471; Melanie Murosky 374. Modern Pee Wee

Modern Major

Standings The Commando Strikers 2210; Team 7 19-13; Don’t Choke 18-14; 2 17-15; 6 14-18; Golden Blend 14-18; Teenage Mutant Ninja ALPA 8-24. Scratch Game (Boys) Ryan Haupt 279; Austin Garrity 244; James Wychock 220; Ryan Aita 212; Jared Saporito 210. Scratch Game (Girls) Melissa Eipper 226; Briana

Knights of Columbus

Standings Betterman 21-7; Brandypatch 17-11; Isalaco Development Group 16-12; Parin beverage 1612; Ruane-Regan Funeral Home 14-14; Biernacki Eye Association 10-18; Leonard’s Funeral Home 9-19; Pierce Drug 9-19. High Games John Diaco 268; Joseph Man 258; Ron Maloney 258. High Series John Snitko 735; John Diaco 732; John Tomkosk Sr 704. Lady Birds

Standings Blue Jays 19-5; Robins 17-7; Parakeets 16-8; Tweety Birds 14-10; Seagulls 13-11; Flamingos 11-13. Leaders Mary Kay Stetina 526; Barbara Slusser 490; Jill Kody 479; Therese Wrubel 476; Cini DiGennari 455; Sandie Toole 449; Maria Yonki 423; Tricia Survilla 421; Lee Lawrence 413; Marge Selden 412. Pittston Twp. VFW League

Standings Steelers 25-7; Terminators 18-14; Bus Boys 16-126; Nittany’s 15-17; Redskins 13-19; Yankees 9-23. Top 10 Bowlers Joe Walsh Jr. 636; Jack Casper 602; Jody Marranca 586; Gene Wasko 579; Jim Stepanowicz 572; Joe Argenio 569; Joe Walsh Sr. 536; John Blattner 531; Joe Dalessandro 525; Tom Joyce 517. 200 Games Joe Walsh Jr. 221-215-200; Jack Capser 215-203; Joe Dalessandro 242; Joe Argenio 220; Joe Walsh Sr. 216; Jody Marranca 213; Gene Wasko 203; Jim Stephanowicz 201; John Blattner 200.

Old Forge resident Mike Bartoletti recorded his first career hole-in-one last Saturday at Glen Oak Country Club.

Bartoletti aced the No. 9, 142yard par 3 with an 8-iron. Doug Walsh, Pat Murphy and Tim Burns witnessed the shot.

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Cumbo combined for three saves in net as the Lady Warriors outshot the Lady Lions, 26-5. WA 3, Seminary 4

Wyoming Area battled shot for shot with WVC Division 1 power Wyoming Seminary on Monday afternoon in West Pittston, but in the end the Blue Knights had too much fire power as the Lady Warriors dropped a 4-3 decision at the Atlas Sports Complex. Trailing 1-0 in the first half, Brianna Murray tied the score for the Lady Warriors with a one-timer at the 27:01 mark of the first half. Wyoming Area took the lead, 2-1, to open the second half when Serra Degnan scored on an assist from Sam Shiner at the 26:30 mark. Seminary answered withy two straight goals to take a 3-2 lead, but Degnan knotted the score at 3-3 with an unassisted goal with 8:10 remaining in the game. The Lady Blue Knights would get the win however when AshLeigh Sebia scored her third goal of the game just 16 seconds later to give Seminary the 4-3 lead. WA 3, Lehman 4

Wyoming Area rallied in the second half but still fell short in a 4-3 loss to Lake-Lehman last Friday in a WVC Field Hockey Crossover in the Back Mountain. The Lady Warriors took an early lead when Serra Degnan scored unassisted at the 26:25 mark of the first half. Lehman answered with three straight goals before Jenna Skrinak scored to get the Lady Warriors within 3-2 at intermission. Sam Shiner then scored on a Degnan assist to open the second half and tie the game at 3-3 at the 25:52 mark. But the Black Knights scored with just over 10

minutes remaining to take the victory 4-3. Emily Wolfgang stopped six shots in goal for the Lady Warriors. Playoff picture

As of Thursday, Pittston Area and Wyoming Area were set to face each other in the opening round of the District 2 Class 2A Tournament. That game will take place Monday or Tuesday at Wyoming Area The winner of the Cross River Rivalry would play later in the week at Wyoming Valley Conference Division 1 champion Crestwood (15-0). The Comets are also the defending district champion. An upset of monumental proportions by either the Lady Patriots or Lady Warriors would put them into next week’s semifinal against the winner of LakeLehman (8-6-1) and Holy Redeemer (12-3). Points

1. Gabby Vaxmonsky, PA ..30 2. Serra Degnan, WA ........26 3t. Rebecca Weinstock, PA17 3t. Jenna Skrinak, WA .......17 5t. Liz Mikitish, PA ...........12 5t. Sam Shiner, WA ...........12 Goals

1. Gabby Vaxmonsky, PA...12 2. Serra Degnan, WA .........11 3. Jenna Skrinak, WA..........8 4t. Rebecca Weinstock, PA..5 4t. Liz Mikitish, PA .............5 6. Sam Shiner, WA ..............4 Assists

1. Rebecca Weinstock, PA ...7 2. Gabby Vaxmonsky, PA ....6 3t. Ally Adonizio, WA ........4 3t. Serra Degnan, WA .........4 3t. Sam Shiner, WA .............4 6t. Madeline Dworak, PA ....3 Saves

1. Ariel Ardo, PA ...............50 2. Emily Wolfgang, WA ....36 3. Nicole Cumbo, WA .......30

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Standings Lil Rascals 7-1; 4 4-4; Pee Wee Girls 4-4; Doran and Diego 4-4; Skull Crushers 3-5. Scratch Game (Boys) Michael Cavello 80; Tanner Alfano 78; Ian Hauft 75; Elijah Trapanese 69; Kolby Timinelli 69 Scratch Game (Girls) Erica Gilligan 101; Carey Wruble 76; Morgan Slusser 73; Ashlyn Loyack 67; Olivia Engle 57.

Modern Prep

Eipper 218; April Haupt 178; Brianna Shinko 173; Bailey Eipper 149. Scratch Series (Boys) Ryan Haupt 673; Austin Garrity 656; James Wychock 569; Ryan Aita 565; Conrad Chapple 559. Scratch Series (Girls) Melissa Eipper 643; Briana Eipper 542; April Haupt 470; Brianna Shinko 436; Bailey Eipper 419.

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neer City. Junior Jared Heckman made his varsity debut in goal for the Blue Devils and stopped 16 shots. Heckman, normally one of Old Forge’s starting midfielders, held the Chargers scoreless for the f irst 29 minutes of the game. Defenders Tyler Cavalari and Bobby Cipollina also had a hand in holding down the offensive-minded Chargers for much of the f irst half. Carbondale scored two goals within seven minutes before senior J Argonish put Old Forge on the board with a blast from the left side with just over two minutes remaining before intermission. The Blue Devils had chances in the second half to knot the score but Carbondale goalie Ben Gardus shut the door on the Old Forge offense before the Chargers added an insurance goal with just under f ive minutes left. Argonish f inishes his career as the Blue Devils alltime leading goal-scorer with 34 goals, and atop the points list with 89 points.

Old Forge's J Argonish (22) heads the ball past a Carbondale defender.

Pietro Colella controls the ball for Pittston Area. PHOTO BY BILL TARUTIS

PHOTO BY RICK NOTARI

Points

1. Jordan Consagra, PA 69 2. Pietro Colella, PA ....62 3t. J Argonish, OF .......36 3t. Nate Brague, WA ....36 4. Ian Tracy, PA............31 6. Sean O’Malley, WA..26 7. Chris Bone, WA .......17 8. Matt Mancuso, OF....14 9. Bobby Cipollina, OF 13 Goals

1. Jordan Consagra, PA 30 2. Pietro Colella, PA ....26 3. Nate Brague, WA .....16 4. J Argonish, OF .........15 5t. Sean O’Malley, WA .11 5t. Ian Tracy, PA ...........11 Assists

1. Pietro Colella, PA .....10 2. Jordan Consagra, PA ..9 3. Ian Tracy, PA .............9 4t. J Argonish, OF .........6 4t. Matt Mancuso, OF ....6 4t. Chris Musto, PA .......6

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Saves

1. Corey Washington, OF ......................................126 2. Aaron Carter, WA...136 3. Taylor Roberts, PA ...64

Old Forge goalie Jared Heckman has a hold of the ball during one of his 16 saves against Carbondale. PHOTO BY RICK NOTARI

Wyoming Area goalie Aaron Carter makes a save against MMI Prep on Monday night.

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D I S PAT C H F O O T B A L L S TAT S Rushing Yards (att-yds-td)

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

Nick O’Brien, WA ....................59-624 (13) Lou Febbo, OF .........................127-612 (8) Colin Carey, OF.........................77-452 (7) Marc Romanczuk, PA ................79-460 (4) Justin Wilk, PA..........................95-434 (8) Kyle Gattuso, PA........................37-236 (1)

Passing Yards (comp-att-int-td)

1. Colin Carey, OF ...............52-116-7, 721 (3) 2. Michael Schwab, PA ........64-117-9, 671 (5) 3. Nick O’Brien, WA ............24-39-2, 465 (6) Receptions (rec-yds-td)

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

Jordan Houseman, PA ................27-368 (4) Dave Argust, OF ........................22-278 (1) Joe Starinsky, PA........................20-190 (1) Cody Schmitz, WA.......................9-218 (3) Mike Vieira, OF............................8-111 (1) Joe Adonizio, WA .........................5-70 (2)

Scoring (points)

1. Nick O’Brien, WA ..................................90 2. Lou Febbo, OF .......................................56 3. Justin Wilk, PA ......................................48 4t. Colin Carey, OF ....................................42 4t. Jordan Houseman, PA............................42 6. Dave Argust, OF ....................................27 Tackles

1. John Ameen, PA .....................................62 2. Anthony Trotta, OF ................................62 3. Dave Dragon, PA....................................43 4t. Jorden Sekol, OF...................................42 4t. Jake Zalewski, PA .................................42 6. Joey Ciuccio, OF ....................................31 Kicking

1. Matt Mancuso, OF......16-for-20, 3 FG (25) 2. Chris Musto, PA .........18-for-19, 2 FG (24) 3. AJ Lenkaitis, WA ........14-for-18, 1 FG (17) Punting

1. Chris Musto, PA .............................28-37.2 2. Dave Argust, OF.............................19-30.5 3. Nick O’Brien, WA............................8-27.5

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Dave Argust returns a punt for a touchdown against MV. PHOTO BY ANGELA CECCARELLI

1. Valley West................................(7-1) 3 2. Valley View ...............................(7-1) 1 3. Crestwood.................................(6-2) 6 4. Dallas ........................................(7-1) 2 5. Dunmore...................................(8-0) 5 6. Wallenpaupack..........................(7-1) 7 7. Scranton ..................................(5-3) 10 8. Del. Valley ................................(6-2) 4 9. GAR ..........................................(6-1) 8 10. Wyo. Area ...............................(5-1) 9 11. Scranton Prep ......................(5-3) NR 12. Old Forge...............................(6-2) 12

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time,” said Schuback, who is now 6-0 against legendary Mid Valley coach Frank Pazzaglia. “We all talked to our position players and the kids all got together and the coaches did a great job of that. Our seniors, I was really impressed with them. We really rely on a lot on our younger kids, but the seniors are leading them. The seniors were telling them, ‘just stay focused, keep playing, we’re going to be OK.’ “We changed some things up defensively in the second half personnel wise. (Assistant Coach) Dan (Holland) made some switches. Younger kids like Shane (Schuback), (Jorden) Sekol, Ryan Paulish, (Paul) Papi got us going.” The third quarter opened with the Blue Devils going three-and-out, but Sekol stepped in front of a Walsh pass on Mid Valley’s first possession for an interception as Papi apply pressure to the Spartans quarterback. The sophomore linebacker added nine tackles and a fumble recovery to his INT on the night. “Jorden is doing a great job for us,” said Trotta. “But all of our underclassmen are playing with so much heart right now. I can’t credit them enough. Our whole thing is team. We don’t have one main guy. We are a team and that is what we focus on.” Two plays after the interception, Argust hauled in a pass from Carey on third-and-11and took the crossing pattern 34 yards to the Spartans 5 before Carey scored on a quarterback draw to get Old Forge (6-2 overall, 3-0 LFC) within 26-21 with 8:40 showing on the third-quarter clock. The key catch by Argust was a sign of things to come. With less than four minutes remaining in the third quarter, Argust took a Chris Merenich punt 58-yards to paydirt to put the Blue Devils ahead, 28-26, after Mancuso’s extrapoint. On the return Argust avoided one tackler just as he caught the punt, sprinted down the Old Forge sidelines, cut back at the 30 where it looked as if he would be knocked out of bounds, and jaunted into the endzone for the score. “When I caught the ball I saw a bunch of guys coming up the middle,” said Argust of his punt return. “Coach Schuback told me if we have the block on to the right, then take it to the left because those guys on the block will be coming back on that side of the field. So I went left and got crazy blocks from Louis (Febbo) and Mike Vieira and I just kept going. There was a great lane. “I saw the guy had a bad angle on me near the sidelines so I just cut back to the middle of the field and just kept going.” On the ensuing Mid Valley possession, the Spartans marched 49 yards to the Old Forge14 on10 plays to set up a first-and-10. But Papi stopped Russo for no gain on first down, and Mid Valley was called for an illegal chop block on second down to push the ball back to the Old Forge 29. On second-and-24, Martin threw for Russo along the visiting sidelines, but Argust was there for the interception at the 1 to thwart the drive. The Blue Devils moved the ball out to their own 35 yard line from there, but the drive stalled and Mid Valley took over at their own 37 with 6:04 left in the game after the Old Forge punt. The Spartans methodically moved into Old Forge territory as Walsh found Tomasetti twice for 11 yards, and Russo once for 13 on a fourth-and-6 screen play. But Walsh eyed up his top receiver one too many times, and on secondand-7 from the Blue Devils eight, Argust made the play of the game. The 6-1, 170-pound defensive back stepped in front of Tomasetti as the ball got to the division’s leading pass catcher, wrestled the ball away from the Division I prospect and sprinted 80 yards to the endzone for the score. Mancuso’s point after gave Old Forge a 35-26 lead with 2:18 to play.

“I saw them throw that pass a couple times to Tomasetti and I knew Jake (Manetti) was going to be over the top on him so I just went in to make the play. At first I felt like his hands were on the ball, but I just ripped it out and started moving.” “In the second half we were rolling Dave and (Brian) Bubba (Tomasetti) on Tomasetti,” added Schuback. “We thought they were going to go wide side a little more than normal, and on that play, someone yelled from the sideline to take away the slant. Dave just turned a little bit and he read the play. “I said if he makes a mistake we are upset, but he saw it and made the play. Dave’s a smart kid and I have a ton of respect for him as a player and as a person. He has a lot of faith in his ability and in my opinion no one has more character.” Argust’s defensive play was the clincher for the Blue Devils, but they weren’t finished scoring as Brian Tomasetti’s 49-yard return of an interception set up Febbo’s 18-yard touchdown run with three seconds left as Old Forge was trying to run out the clock. Febbo finished the night with 72 yards rushing on19 carries, and two catches for 26 yards. Carey went 10-for-22 for 148 yards, and rushed for 45 yards and two scores, while Vieira caught three balls for 47 yards. “The difference in the second half was feeding off the turnovers,” said Schuback. “I said earlier in the week we needed great special teams and some turnovers. We felt we were better on special teams. So that was a key for us. Dave ran a punt back, we almost blocked one, a snap went over their head, and look at (Mancuso). Those two (field goals) are huge. So we knew if we could get them stopped defensively we could get rolling.” The Blue Devils will travel to Dunmore on Saturday afternoon to take on Holy Cross at Monsignor Crotti Field at St. Anthony’s Playground. The Crusaders are 5-3 with all three of its losses coming at home.

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SPORTS BRIEFS

Waleski sets ‘Black Friday’ hoops camp Registrations are being accepted for the Stan Waleski Black Friday Basketball Camp to be held at theSt.Joseph’sOblatesgyminLaflin for boys and girls in grades 2 through 8 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday, November 25. The camp features fundamentals, skills, team play, competitions and fun with all players receiving a camp t-shirt and certificate. For Black Friday Camp information interested players can call Coach Stan Waleski at 457-1206 or Coach Charles LoBrutto at 6548030. Interested players can also e-mailstanwaleski@yahoo.com. WA wrestling club meeting Thursday

The Wyoming Area Wrestling Club will be holding a Parent’s Association Meeting on Thursday at 7 p.m. They will meet in the classroom across from the multi-purpose room at the high school. Attendees will learn more about the upcoming year, the new singlets, and the fundraisers. A reminder to all Elementary Wrestling Parents: Practices are now from 7-8:30 p.m. PA Soccer Boosters to meet Nov. 3

ThePittstonAreaSoccerBooster Club will be holding a meeting on November 3 at 7 p.m. All parents of players on the boys or girls soccer teams are encouraged to attend this meeting which will be held in the lobby of Pittston Area High School. WAFHPA meeting Wednesday

The Wyoming Area Field Hockey Parents Association will meetonWednesdayat7p.m.atthe Moose Lodge in West Pittston. Final preparations will be made for the Banquet which will be held on November 20. All field hockey parents are welcome and encouraged to attend.

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Pace Setter MS girls’ tournament

The Pace Setter Athletic Club of Northeastern Pa. will conduct a girls’ 5th and 6th grade basketball tournament at the Scranton Y in Dunmore on Sat. Oct. 29. For further information contact Pace Set-

ter A.C. at 347-7018 or 575-0941 or by email at pacesetterbasketball@verizon.net. Pace Setter MS boys’ tournament

The Pace Setter Athletic Club of Northeastern Pa. will sponsor a 5th & 6th grade boys’ basketball tournament on Saturday, Nov. 5 at the Greater Scranton YMCA in Dunmore. Each team will play a minimum of two games with the possibility of a third in the championship round. For further information contact 347-7018 or 5750941 or e-mailpacesetterbasketball@verizon.net. Ring of Pride

WyomingArea’sannualRingof Pride ceremony and festivities have been rescheduled for November 4 with the Warriors host arch-rival Pittston Area at Jake Sobeski Stadium. The event was to take place earlier but due to the recent flooding, Wyoming Area’s game with LakeLehman was moved to the Black Knights’ home field in the Back Mountain. There will be a ceremony at the 50-yard line before the Pittston Area game honoring Dante Bovani, Mike Liberski and Tommy Evans who will be inducted into the Ring of Pride. The1971Championship team will also be honored. It is their 40th anniversary. There will be a cocktail party immediately following the game at St. Anthony’s Banquet Hall in Exeter. Tickets are $25 each and includes hors d’oeuvres and beverages(beer,wineandsoftdrinks). All fans of Warrior Football are invited to attend and questions should be directed to Lou Ciampi Jr. at 654-4040. All members (players, coaches, managers etc) of the 1971 championship team are encouraged to attend the football game for the pregame ceremony plus the cocktail party. Any 1971 team member with questions should contact Dave Amico atdamico@wyomingarea.org. If any family members have contact with former players out of town, please relay this message to them.

OBITUARIES Ryan L. Jones October 19, 2011 Ryan L. Jones, age 30, passed away on October 19, 2011, in Nashville, TN. He was also known as “Troop” by his bandmates and fans. He was born in Scranton, on March 24, 1981. He was a 1999 graduate of Wyoming Area High School and earned a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology from the Rochester Institute of Technology where he was the first student to minor in Music and was selected to play with the highly respected RIT Polished Brass Quintet. His passion for music began with the classical violin training he began at the age of 3 and grew to include a proficiency for the guitar, trumpet, and mandolin. As part of a pivotal senior project in high school, he traded his classical violin stylings for the playful energy of the fiddle when he was given the opportunity to play twin fiddles with the revered Charlie Daniels at the Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre. Including this defining moment, he played alongside Daniels on seven oc-

casions, and prepared him to be an inspired addition to the country music scene. After moving to Nashville in 2004, Ryan joined the American Federation of Musicians of the United States and Canada, and shortly thereafter began playing with the LoCash Cowboys in late 2005. The band’s blend of country-rock created a new sound in country music that was not complete without the unique sound of Ryan’s fiddle. It was not uncommon to see him twirling his bow, tossing it in the air, singing along while playing, and sprinting across stage or jumping off speakers as part of his energetic performance. Outside of his musical career, Ryan was a self-declared “geek” and actively involved in many groups and organizations based on uniting a community with similar interests. He was a member of the 501st Legion and the Rebel Legion, all-volunteer organizations formed to promote interest in Star Wars through the building and wearing of quality costumes and props, and to proudly facilitate the use of those costumes for Star Wars related events as well

as contributions to the local community through costumed charity and volunteer work. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents Frank and Rose Gubbiotti, and his paternal grandfather Harry Jones. He is survived by his mother Marilyn A. Gubbiotti of Exeter; father Lee Jones of Scranton; brother Brett Jones, Reston, VA; and fiance Essay (Sarah Alice) Hood, Nashville, TN; aunts, uncles and cousins, along with his numerous friends . Funeral services will be held on Wednesday at 10 a.m. from the Gubbiotti Funeral Home, 1030 Wyoming Ave, Exeter, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. from St. Anthony’s of Padua Church, (St. Barbara’s Parish) 28 Memorial St., Exeter. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Carverton. Visitation will be Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. The family requests memorial donations be made to either The Salvation Army, 214 Luzerne Ave., West Pittston, or the SPCA, Fox Hill Rd., WilkesBarre or to the Make-a-Wish Foundation.

Stella R. Biga October 20, 2011 Stella R. Biga, 93, of Edwardsville, died October 20, 2011, in the Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. She was born in Pittston, a daughter of the late Peter and Anna Zdanowicz Skillinge. She was a member of St. Ignatius Church, Kingston. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Frank;

brothers, Samuel, Edward and Felix; and sisters, Helen Makravitz and Blanche Skillinge. Stella is survived by her daughter Jean Charneski and her husband, Tony, Edwardsville; grandson Richard Charneski and his wife, Laura, Kingston; great-grandchildren, Abigail and Zachary; and nieces and nephews.

Funeral will be held Monday at 9 a.m. from the Kopicki Funeral Home, 263 Zerbey Ave., Kingston, with Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in St. Ignatius Church. Interment Mount Olivet Cemetery, Carverton. Friends may call Sunday from 3 to 6 p.m. at the funeral home.

Jenkins Twp. tax collector reminder The Jenkins Twp. tax collector announced the face period for payment of the 2011 school taxes will expire on Monday, Nov. 21. Office hours will only be on Tuesdays from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at Laflin Road, Inkerman, as stated in the tax bill or by special arrangements. Payments

can be sent in the mail and post mark date will be accepted. After November 21 all payments are to be made at the penalty amount. For property owners who selected the three payment option, payments #3 is due by October 28. Any payments after this date must be

paid at the penalty amount. Special dates for payment can be made by contacting the tax collector. If you are a new homeowner you should complete the Homestead Exemption Form to receive the reduction for 2012. Any questions, call 654-9710.

October 19, 2011 Mary Margaret Williams, 88, formerly of Exeter, died October 19, 2011, at Heritage Hall West in Agawam, MA. Born in Pittston, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Libera (Bel Fiore) Bantell. She was a graduate of Pittston High School. She relocated to Massachusetts in 2004. Prior to her retirement, she was employed at J&R Dress Co. in Wyoming. She was a member of St. Anthony of Padua Church of Exeter. Also preceding her in death was her husband, Samuel Williams; brothers Dominick, Anthony and John Bantell; and sister Theresa Troiano. Surviving are her son, David Williams, and his wife,

Jane, of Somers, CT; grandson, David Williams Jr., and his wife, Tara, of Ashland, MA; two great-grandchildren; brothers Michael Bantell of Pittston and Leo Bantell of Baltimore, MD; sisters Elizabeth Seligman of Bronx, NY, Rose Kivak of Seneca Falls, NY; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Monday at 9 a.m. from the Metcalfe and Shaver Funeral Home, 504 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in St. Anthony of Padua Church of St. Barbara’s Parish, Exeter. Interment Marcy Cemetery, Duryea. Friends may call Sunday from 6 to 8 p.m.

Antoinette A. Petchalonis October 19, 2011 nis of Tunkhannock; brother Stanley and wife Valerie Stankavage of Springville; sister Helen Williams of Dallas; grandchildren Marion and husband William Parry of Tunkhannock; Dr. Anthony X. Petchalonis and partner Jeffery God of Philadelphia; W. Joseph Petchalonis and partner Elaine Leigh; Patty and husband Matt Williamson of Hampton, VA; Christine and husband Erich Vincent of Norfolk, VA; great-grandchildren D. William Parry, Max M. Parry, Zoe Elizabeth Parry all of Tunkhannock; and Erich Daniel Vincent Jr. of Norfolk, VA. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday at 10 a.m. at the Church of the Nativity BVM in Tunkhannock. Interment St. Casimir’s Cemetery, Pittston. Family will receive friends at the church from 9 a.m. until the time of service. Arrangements by the Sheldon-Kukuchka Funeral Home, 73 W. Tioga St., Tunkhannock. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.sheldonkukuchkafuneralhome.com.

October 18, 2011 Ada A. Scatena Rostock, of West Pittston, died October 18, 2011 at home surrounded by her

family. Born in the Old Boston Section of Jenkins Township, she was the daughter of the late Louis and Ersilia Stella Scatena. She graduated from Jenkins Township High School, valedictorian of her class in 1949. She worked most of her adult life in the garment industry in various establishments as floor lady and for many years traveling as quality control for EL Jay Industries of NY City. She was a former member of the Pennsylvania Federation of Junior Women’s Clubs and served as President of the West Pittston Junior Women’s Club. She had been the Luzerne County Junior Director of Junior Clubs. She was founding co-chairperson of the annual

West Pittston Cherry Blossom Festival and had served on the festival committee for 32 years in the capacity of Treasurer; Entertainment Chairwoman; Grand Marshall and President. In 1987, she became proprietor and owner with her husband, Anthony, of the Expresso Restaurant in Port Blanchard for 12 years; finally retiring in November of 1999. She was also preceded in death by brothers, Theodore Corsaletti; Armand Scatena; Peter Scatena; Nello Scatena; Gildo Scatena and Elmo Scatena; sisters, Della Musto and Vienna Comodi. Surviving is her husband of 60 years, Anthony J. Rostock, Jr.; daughters, Sharon Zabresky and her husband, Michael, Ft. Lauderdale, FL; Patricia Marianacci and her husband, Fred, West Pittston; and Lenore Hudak and her husband, Shane, Nazareth; grandchildren, Briana Bartolini; Enrico Bartolini II; Christiana Bartolini; Freddie Marianacci;

Gina Marianacci; Kathleen Hudak and Kristen Hudak; sister, Olga Loiacono, Easton; numerous nieces and nephews and her dog, Ginger. Funeral services will be Monday at 9 a.m. from the Adonizio Funeral Home, 251 William Street, Pittston, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in Corpus Christi Parish at Immaculate Conception Church, Luzerne Avenue, West Pittston. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Carverton. Friends may call today from 4-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial donations may be made to Hospice of the Sacred Heart, 600 Baltimore Drive, Wilkes-Barre, 18702 or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the Peter J. Adonizio Funeral Home. On-line condolences may be made to www.peterjadoniziofuneralhome.com.

Alveretta Lavelle October 20, 2011 Alveretta "Alvie" Lavelle, 46, of Pittston, died October 20, 2011, at Hospice Community Care in Dunmore. Born on June 23, 1965, she was a daughter of the late Thomas "Pat" Lavelle and Agnes Rose Lavelle of Moosic. A lifelong member of St. Mary’s Church, Avoca, most of her career was spent in sales in a territory that spread from New York

City to St. Petersburg, FL. She is survived by four children, Marissa Rosentel and her husband, Josh, of Bethlehem; Caitlin Musto and her husband, Rob; her son, Martin Olson, and daughter Mariah Little of Pittston; grandchildren Olivia and Joseph Musto of Pittston; sisters and brothers and their families, including Helen Lavelle, Marie Limongelli, Michael Lavelle, William Lavelle, Margaret Ramey, Thomas Lavelle, Joseph Lavelle, Agnes Vermac and Timothy Lavelle; and numerous

aunts and uncles and cousins, including Molly Martin Morrow of Canadensis. Funeral services will be held Monday at 10 a.m. from the Kiesinger Funeral Services, 255 McAlpine St., Duryea, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. at Queen of the Apostles Church, the former St. Mary’s Church, Avoca. Friends may call Sunday from 5 to 8 p.m. Interment St. Mary’s Cemetery, Avoca. Online condolences may be made to www.kiesingerfuneralservices.com.

Obituary Policy The Sunday Dispatch publishes obituaries of local individuals who reside, formerly resided or have family living in the Greater Pittston area. Obituaries should be submitted by 12 p.m. Saturday to ensure publication in the same week’s edition. Email is preferred for submission, but fax or handwritten entries will be acceptable with a contact name and phone number. Entries not including a contact name and telephone number will not be published. Email obituaries to sd@psdispatch.com; Fax obituaries to 570.602.0184; or mail them to 109 New St., Pittston, PA 18640. For more information call the obituary desk at 570.602.0170, or to place a memorial ad call 570.602.0168.

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Antoinette A. Petchalonis, 97, formerly of Pittston, and a 26-year resident of Tunkhannock died October 19, 2011 in the Golden Living Center in Tunkhannock were she had been a guest for two weeks. She was born in Pittston on November 17, 1913 daughter of the late Anthony and Agnes Anaskevich Stancavage. For over 25 years she was employed as a seamstress in a Local Pittston Dress Factory. While living in Pittston she was a member of St. Casimir’s Catholic Church and a member of the Church of the Nativity BVM in Tunkhannock. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 49 years Anthony F. Petchalonis, daughter and son in law Mary Ann and Daniel Twyman, brothers John, Anthony, and Simon Stankavage, and sisters Anna Yechinevich and Margaret Kinner Surviving is a son Anthony T. and wife Janice Petchalo-

AdaA. Rostock

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Mary Margaret Williams

OBITUARIES

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Tiffany Mae Goodman

OBITUARIES

October 14, 2011 Tiffany Mae Goodman, 30, of Old Forge, died October 14, 2011. Born in Reading April 16, 1981, she was a daughter of Jeanne Gable-Goodman of Jupiter, FL, and Richard D. Goodman of Reading. She was currently working toward her degree at McCann School of Business. Also surviving are her daugh-

ter, Angelina Goodman, at home; her sister, Amy McCamley, and husband Lenny, and their son; her nephew Peter Goodman, all of Old Forge; and several aunts and uncles, including Julie Gable of Tampa, FL. Funeral services were held Oct. 21 in the Kearney Funeral Home, Old Forge. Private interment.

October 13, 2011 Kenneth R. Correll, 89, originally of Scranton, died October 13, 2011, at home. Born in Scranton on December 31, 1921, he was a son of the late William and Elizabeth Colvin Correll. A son, Richard Correll; a brother, Ernest Correll; and two sisters, Alice Green and Laura

Robert Balkunas, 75, of Taylor, died October 18, 2011. Born in Pittston on January 24, 1936, he was a son of the late Anthony and Frances Krasinsky Balkunas. He is survived by his wife, the former Rosemary Cameli; children, Robert Balkunas Jr. and wife Victoria, of Boca Raton, FL; Kenneth Balkunas and wife Heather, of Memphis, TN, and Michael Balkunas of Delray

Beach, FL; Theresa Balkunas of Taylor; Lisa Kelly and husband Greg, of Savannah, GA, and Claudine Russo and husband Michael, of Dalton; five grandchildren and one great-grandchild. A Private Mass of Christian Burial was held Oct. 21 in St. Ann’s Basilica. Interment St. Rocco’s Parish Cemetery, Pittston. Arrangements by the Kearney Funeral Home, Old Forge.

Clara Astolfi October 15, 2011 Clara “Fifi” Astolfi, 90, of Old Forge, died October 15, 2011. Born in Peckville, on August 22, 1921, she was the daughter of the late Louis and Elvira Calibani. She was also preceded in death by husband Louis A. Astolfi Sr.; brothers, Albert and Eugene Calibani; sister, Dora Coombs; and daughter-in-law, Ellen Astolfi. She is survived by sons, James Astolfi and Louis Astolfi Jr.; sis-

ter, Elsie Piersomoni; grandchildren, Cheryl Burger, Linda Astolfi, Melissa Astolfi-Lewis and Louis Astolfi; and great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Oct. 19 from the Kearney Funeral Home, Old Forge, with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Mary’s of the Assumption RC Church, Old Forge. Interment Fairview Memorial Park in Elmhurst.

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October 19, 2011 Helen A. McCabe, 67, of West Pittston, died Oct. 19, 2011 at home. Born in Pittston on July 29, 1944 she was the daughter of the late James and Mary Harris McCabe. She attended Pittston High School and had worked in the local garment industry. She was also preceded in death by brothers, James and Thomas McCabe; and a sister, Ann Marie Bell. Surviving are brothers, Ed-

ward, Harvey’s Lake; John, Luzerne; Frank, Kingston; Joseph, Exeter, William, Wyoming and Ted, West Pittston; sisters, Rosemary Fanucci, Scranton and Dorothy Engleman, West Pittston; numerous nieces and nephews. A Blessing Service and interment in St. John the Evangelist Cemetery at the convenience of the family.On-line condolences may be made at www.peterjadoniziofuneralhome.com.

Rome, also preceded him in death. He is survived by companion, Eleanor Pietzak of Port St. Lucie, FL; his sons Kenneth W. Correll of Scranton and Thomas E. Correll and wife Barbara, of Old Forge; five grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. Graveside services with full

military rites by the AMVETS Honor Guard will be conducted on Oct. 28 at 10 a.m. in Fairview Memorial Park, Elmhurst. Relatives and friends may pay their respects to the family from 9:30 to 10 a.m. graveside. Arrangements are under the care of the Kearney Funeral Home, 125 N. Main St., West Scranton.

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Robert Balkunas October 18, 2011

Kenneth R. Correll

October 8, 2011 Leo D. Ciuferri, 82, of Duryea, died October 8, 2011, at the Highland Manor Nursing Facility, Exeter. Born in Old Forge June 13, 1929, a son of the late Joseph and Mamie (Franconi) Ciuferri, he was a member of Nativity of Our Lord Parish, Duryea. He was a graduate of Old Forge High

School and worked for Scandale Construction for many years. His sister, Sarah Perozzi, also preceded him in death. He is survived by his daughter Sandra, and husband Jerry Chickeletti; and granddaughter, Marissa Chickeletti of Duryea. Funeral services will be private.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Victims Resource Center, 17 N. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre, 18701. Arrangements by Kiesinger Funeral Services, Duryea. Online condolences may be made to www.kiesingerfuneralservices.com.

Eleanor Kojtek October 18, 2011 Eleanor Kojtek, 86, of Duryea, died October18, 2011, at Regional Hospital, Scranton. Born in Duryea, she was a daughter of the late John and Stella Maszeroski Resavy. She was a graduate of Duryea High School and a member of Nativity of Our Lord Parish, Duryea. She was also preceded in death

by her husband, Joseph Kojtek, who passed away March 23, 2007; and one sister, Irene Shultz. Surviving are daughters, Karen Kojtek, at home, and Cynthia Licata and her husband, Salvatore, Pittston; grandson Dr. Guy Licata and his wife, Jodi, of Pittsburgh; great-granddaughter

Mia Olivia Licata; nieces and nephews. Private funeral services were held Oct. 20 with a Mass of Christian Burial in Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Duryea. Interment St. John’s Cemetery, Duryea. Arrangements by the Piontek Funeral Home, Duryea.

Pearl A. Davis October 13, 2011 Pearl A. Davis, of Pittston, died October 13, 2011, in Highland Manor Nursing Center, Exeter. She was born in Moosic, November 27, 1922, a daughter of

the late William and Nettie Seig Hoover. She was also preceded in death by her husband William Davis; and a daughter Jane Ann Davis. She is survived by nieces and

nephews. A memorial service will be held at a time to be announced. Arrangements are by the Howell-Lussi Funeral Home, West Pittson.

Giovanna Bianchi-Sindaco October 14, 2011 Givanna Bianchi-Sindaco, of Inkerman, died October 14, 2011, in the United Methodist Homes, Wesley Village Campus, Jenkins Township, Pittston. Born in Dorno, Italy, she was a daughter of the late

Silvestro and Giuseppina Marconi Bianchi. She was a member of St. Maria Goretti Parish and had worked in the garment industry prior to her retirement. Also preceding her in death were her husband, Car-

lo Sindaco, in 1965 and sisters Maria and Louisa. Funeral services will be private. Interment Dorno, Italy. Arrangements have been entrusted to Gubbiotti Funeral Home, Exeter.

Elizabeth M. Kennedy

October 13, 2011 ron) Hileman; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and his sister, Mary Williams of Wyoming. A celebration of life was held Oct. 17 at the Christ Presbyterian Church. Interment with Military Honors in the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery, Rittman, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Northwest Ohio. Professional services were provided by the Reeb Funeral Home, Sylvania, Ohio, where online condolences may be offered at www.reebfuneralhome.com.

Patricia A. Connell October 18, 2011 Patricia Ann Connell, 71, of Pittston, died October 18, 2011, at her home. Born in Pittston, she was a daughter of the late Anthony and Lottie Goretski Ostrowski. She was a graduate of Pittston High School, class of 1958, and prior to retirement she was employed at Lee Manufacturing, Pittston. She was a member of

St. Rocco’s Church, Pittston. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Sergeant James Connell, USMC, on April 12, 1968. Surviving are her son, James, at home; one brother, Henry Ostrowski, Pittston; one sister, Mrs. Irene Dziak, Pittston; niece and caregiver Christine Dziak; nieces Janet

Chaump and Karen Dziak; additional nieces and nephews. Funeral was held Oct. 21 from Sacred Heart of Jesus Rectory, Duryea, with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Rocco’s Church, Pittston. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Carverton. Arrangements are by the Piontek Funeral Home, Duryea.

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She was a graduate of Wyoming Area School District and received a Master’s Degree in Accounting from the University of Idaho. She was a college professor at the University of Guam as well as the University of New Hampshire where she taught Accounting, Economics and Business Law.

the David Blight School of Dance, and for her son-in-law, Mark F. Miscavage, D.M.D. She resided at City Heights Apartments for the last 20 years where she made many friendships with staff and residents. She was a devout Catholic and a member of St. Mary’s Church in WilkesBarre. She is survived by her son, William G., and his wife, Candace, Laflin; daughter, Candice (Kennedy)Miscavage, and her husband, Dr. Mark Miscavage, Wilkes-Barre; three grandchildren, William Kennedy, Laflin; Kristie Piccotti, Pittston, and Mark W. Miscavage, Los Angeles, Calif.; and one great-grandchild, W. Landon Kennedy. A Mass of Christian Burial and services will be held privately by the family, under the direction of Blight Funeral Home. Memorial donations may be made to, The Bette M. Kennedy Scholarship for the Arts, c/o Citizens Bank, 111 E. Market St., Wilkes-Barre, 18701.

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Star Heather Buckousis Star Heather Buckousis, formerly known as Linda Maureen Lane, 62, died October 18, 2011 at Hospice Community Center, Geisinger South, Wilkes-Barre. She was born, April 9, 1949, in Kingston, daughter of the late Myrtle Hines Buckousis and step-daughter of the late Peter Buckousis.

Elizabeth (Bette) M. Kennedy, 86, died October 14, 2011, surrounded by her family at The Little Flower Manor in Wilkes-Barre. She was born in WilkesBarre on March 28, 1925, daughter of the late Mae (McTighe) and George Lewis. She was a resident of Parsons for most of her life and was a member of St. Dominic’s Altar & Rosary Society, and Parsons Community League. She was the wife of William (Bill) J. Kennedy for 42 years until he passed away in 1991. Together they were entrepreneurs in the automobile industry including K&B Auto, the valley’s first Fiat dealership, a Harley-Davidson retailer, as well as Kennedy’s Tavern. She worked as a bookkeeper for S.S. Frieder & Sons for 50 years, and served as chairwoman for the annual office Christmas Party. In retirement, she worked as a bookkeeper for her daughter at

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School Teacher. He also served as church Building and Grounds Chairmen as well as Chairman of the Worship Committee during his life of service to the church. He enjoyed the Men’s Bible Study Group at Christ Presbyterian Church. He also served on the Rittman, Ohio, and Williamsport Planning Commissions. He was also a dedicated volunteer with Habitat for Humanity for 17 years. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 59 years, Beverly L. Hileman; and his brothers, David and Floyd Hileman. He is survived by sons, Donald P. (Elizabeth) and James S. (Sha-

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George Hileman, 87, of Sylvania Township, OH, died October 13, 2011, at the Hospice of Northwest Ohio, Perrysburg. He was a 1948 graduate of Penn State University. He was employed as a Professional Engineer with the Babcock and Wilcox Corporation for 35 years and then joined Keeler Dorr Oliver of Williamsport, where he retired in 1988. He served on the National Presbytery for five years. He was a Church Elder for more than 50 years and a Sunday

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October 17, 2011 ment. She was a member of St. Maria Goretti Parish in Laflin. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Frank C. Mullay Sr., on November 6, 2004; brothers, Joseph and Nofrio Monte; and sister, Emmanuella Bernardo. She is survived by her three children, Vincent A. Mullay and his wife, Laurie, of Florida; Frank C. Mullay Jr. and his wife, Jacqueline, of Florida, and Donna M. Zehner, with whom she resided; grandchildren, Kristina Mullay-Wakeley of Pennsylva-

nia, Alexis Mullay-Becker of Florida, and Gina Zehner, whom she helped raise from birth; great-grandchildren, Caidyn and Cameron Wakeley, and Kaili Becker; as well as sisters, Mary Viccica, Angie Sigmond and Lucy Monte. Funeral was held Oct. 21 with a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Maria Goretti Roman Catholic Church, Laflin. Condolences may be expressed at www.desideriofh.com. Funeral arrangements by the Desiderio Funeral Home, Wilkes-Barre.

October 19, 2011 Louis J. Bartolomei, infant son of Robert D. Bartolomei and Cynthia Allison Granade Adcock, of Old Forge, died October 19, 2011, in Moses Taylor Hospital. Also surviving are a brother, Jacob; two sisters, Sydney and Breeana; maternal grandparents, Scott and Karen Thomas Edison, of North Richland Hills, Texas; paternal grandparents, Robert L. Bartolomei, Old Forge, and June

Thorne Barber, Duryea; greatgrandmothers, Mildren Lane Thorne, Scranton, and Pasquina "Patsy" Bartolomei, Old Forge; aunts, Lisa Bartolomei and Meredith Granade; uncle, Kyle Granade; great aunts, Linda Yantorn and Kerri Shea; great uncles, John Yantorn and Rich Thorne; and numerous cousins. He was preceded in death by great grandparents, Louis J. Bartolomei, David Thorne, Helen

Ratcliffe, and Monte and Myrna Thomas. A graveside service was held Oct. 22 in Holy Cross Cemetery, Old Forge, by the Rev. Joseph M. Brozena. Interment followed. Viewing was privately held at the discretion of the family in the Ferri Funeral Home, Old Forge. To leave an online condolence visit www.ferrifuneralhome.com.

Leo F. Perry October 17, 2011 ters Iona Perry and Tanya and her husband, Jerry Durfe; 26 grandchildren; 15 greatgrandchildren; brothers, Charles Perry and Pat Perry; sister Lena Fox; and his first

wife, MaryAnn Cable. Funeral services were held Oct. 20 from the Graziano Funeral Home, Pittston Township. Interment Pittston Cemetery.

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Centermoreland; step-grandchildren, Robert Kale, Geoff Kale and Greg Kale, all of Youngstown, Ohio; great-grandchildren, Adam Crook, Nicholas Moamis, Connor Jollimore, Kendra Jollimore, Nathan Pesta, Max Pesta, Spencer Pesta, and Gavin Jollimore; step-great-grandchildren, Zachary Cousin, Patrick Kale, Rory Kale, Ashley Kale, Brenden Kale, and Ryan Kale; great-great-granddaughter Addison Knight; many nieces and nephews. The funeral was held Oct. 22 from the Bednarski Funeral Home, Wyoming, with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. John the Evangelist Church, Pittston. Interment St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Exeter. Memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 120 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre, 18701.

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Leo F. Perry Sr., of Duryea, died October 17, 2011, in Duryea. Born February 8, 1942, in Erie, he was a son of the late Iona Marie (Harding) Perry and Charles Perry. He was a member of the U.S. Army, American Legion of Pittston, Dupont V.F.W. and San Cataldo Society of Pittston. He was also preceded in death by brother, Larry Perry; companion Pat Perschau; daughter Melissa Perry; and sisters Charis Hoskins, Faye Perry, Pricilla LaValle and Sandra Perry. Surviving are sons, Leo Jr. and his wife, Jennifer Perry; David Sr. and his wife, Tanya Perry, and Dwayne; daugh-

Margaret Mesaris Pesta, 94, formerly of Exeter, died October 17, 2011. She was a daughter of the late Thomas Mesaris and Anna Mesaros Mesaris Sabol of Exeter. She worked in the Duplan Silk Mill in her younger years and as a cook at Grico’s Restaurant in Exeter until her retirement. She was a lifelong member of St. John the Baptist Parish in Pittston and a member of the Confraternity of Christian Women. Margaret was one of the founding members of the Pennsylvania Quilters and Past-President of Exeter Branch 7, Ladies Pennsylvania Slovak Catholic Union, Wilkes-Barre. She married her husband, Joseph Pesta of Swoyersville, on February 3, 1940, and celebrated 54 wonderful years of marriage before his death on July 2, 1994. Also preceding her in death was a sister, Helen Mesaris Ferko. She is survived by son Joseph M. Pesta, Pittston; son Thomas J. Pesta and his wife, Joyce, Youngstown, OH; and a daughter Margaret Jollimore and her husband, Daniel, of Centermoreland, with whom she resided since January 2006; grandchildren, Andrea Pesta Crook and her significant other, Nick Moamis, Girard, OH; Thomas D. Pesta and wife, Annie, Columbus, OH; Brian P. Jollimore and his significant other, Christine Dever, Seminole, FL; Eric J. Pesta and his wife, Pam, Columbus, OH; and Kevin D. Jollimore,

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Catherine Y. Mullay, 87, of West Pittston and formerly of Wilkes-Barre, died October 17, 2011, at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center shortly after admittance. Born in Wilkes-Barre October 5,1924, she was a daughter of the late Nazzaro and Leonarda (Potenza) Monte. She attended Wilkes-Barre schools and was a graduate of GAR Memorial High School. She was employed at Carter Footwear in her younger years and at United Rehabilitation Services until her retire-

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October 15, 2011 Amelia "Lena" Singer, a lifelong resident of Hughestown, died October 15, 2011 at her home, surrounded by her family. She was born November 20, 1927, a daughter of the late Nicola Maria and Maria Guiseppe Altieri Foglia. She was a 1944 graduate of Hughestown High School. She was a member of the Second Presbyterian Church, Pittston, where she was a member of the Golden Star Bible Class. She was employed in the Greater Pittston Garment Industry and was a member of the I.L.G.W.U.

She was also preceded in death by her husband, Francis, February 15, 2011; and brothers, Michael Foglia and Vincent James Foglia. Surviving are her sons, Francis Singer Jr., New York, NY, and attorney Mark Singer and his wife, Heidi, Hughestown; grandchild Anjelica Singer; and sister, Sylvia Lavelle, Groveville, NJ. The funeral was held Oct. 18 from the Howell-Lussi Funeral Home, West Pittston, in the Second Presbyterian Church, Pittston. Memorial donations may be sent to the Second Presbyterian Church, 143 Parsonage St., Pittston, 18640.

John G. Pieszala October 13, 2011 John G. Pieszala, 77, of Binghamton, NY, and formerly of Exeter, died October 13, 2011. He and his wife, Jacqueline, both graduated from Exeter High School, Class of 1952. He was a member of the Church of Saints John and Andrew, Binghamton, NY, and a veteran of the US Coast Guard. He retired ad a design engineer with the IBM Corporation after 27 years of service. He was also a member of the Quarter Century Club. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Jacqueline Pieszala, Binghamton, NY; children Melinda and Joe Sartoni, Elmira,

NY; Christine Perlee, Albany, NY; Steven and Brenda Pieszala, Baltimore, MD; grandchildren, Ray and Brooke Merritt, Thomas and Madelyn Perlee, and Ana Pieszala; great-grandchildren, Haylee Merritt; several nieces and nephews. A funeral Mass was held Oct 17 at the Church of Saints John and Andrew, Binghamton with interment at Vestal Hills Memorial Park. Memorial donations may be made to Loaves Pantry, 7 Livingston St., Binghamton, NY 13903. Funeral arrangements by JA McCormack Sons Funeral Home, Binghamton, NY.

Louise C. Namotka October 17, 2011 her brothers Vasco Chiavacci and Louis Chiavacci. Surviving are her brother Eugene J. Chiavacci, Pittston; and numerous nieces and nephews; great-nieces and great-nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial was held Oct. 20 in Our Lady of the Eucharist Church, Pittston. Interment West Pittston Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the donor’s choice. Funeral arrangements by Adonizio Funeral Home, Pittston.

Leonarda M. Skrzysowski, of Dupont, died October 15, 2011, at her home. She and her husband, Felix J. Skrzysowski, celebrated their 62nd wedding anniversary on November 13, 2010. Born in Dupont, she was a daughter of the late Edward and Mary Boyanowski Smichowski. She was a graduate of Dupont High School, class of 1946. Prior to retirement, she worked as a seamstress in the garment industry and was a member of the ILGWU. She was a member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Dupont, and its Women’s Society. She was also preceded in death by her two sisters, Steffie Nicholas and Evelyn Szumski. Also surviving are her daughter Felicia Luckasavage and her husband, John, Dupont; brother, Edward Smichowski, Dupont; grandchildren, John Luckasavage and his wife, Lynne, and their daughter, Hailey, and James Luckasavage and his wife, Brandi; and several nieces and neph-

ews. The funeral was held Oct. 18 from the Baloga Funeral Home, Pittston, with a Mass of Christian Burial in Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Dupont. Interment Sacred Heart of Jesus Cemetery,

Dupont. Memorial contributions may be made to Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, 215 Lackawanna Ave., Dupont, 18641. To send an online condolence, visit www.balogafuneralhome.com.

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Louise Chiavacci Namotka, of Pittston, died October 17, 2011, in Community Medical Center, Scranton. Born in West Pittston, she was a daughter of the late Narciso and Rosa Gavazzi Chiavacci. She was a resident of Pittston for most of her life and was a member of Our Lady of the Eucharist Church (formerly St. Mary, Help of Christians Church). She was also preceded in death by her husband, William J. Namotka, in 1996; sisters, Sue Serino and Theresa Borsos; and

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Mr. and Mrs. Fiore Cremard

Mr. and Mrs. Paul Hatrak

50th anniversary

aul and Josephine Hatrak of Exeter are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary. A mass was held at Cecilia’s Church in Exeter by Reverend Richard Cirba, followed by brunch at Fox Hill Country Club. They were married in St. Cecilia’s Church on October 21, 1961 bythe late Rt. Rev. Msgr. Matthew F. Boylan. Attendants were Lucille Chiampi Morgan and Tom Kolessar. Bridesmaids were Mary Ann Chiampi Fuehrer and Lucille Gagliardi Loyack. Ann Marie Bolin Lawrence and Catherine Bolin Onzik were flower girls. Ushers were the late Tom Malenda and Bill Loyack. Josephine is the daughter of the late Michael T. and Donata Pennella Chiampi, Exeter. Paul is the son of the late Paul and Margaret Malenda Hatrak, Exeter. They have three children, Paul and his wife Sandra, Warren, New Jersey; Michael, Huntington Mills and Josephine (Jay) and her husband, Rob Belza, Exeter and two grandchildren, Mario Joseph and Nina Rose Belza.

40th anniversary

iore Jr. and Peggy Cremard, Old Forge celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary on October 9. They were married in Brick Methodist Church, Duryea by the late Rev. Norman

Kase. Mrs. Cremard is the former Peggy Wickizer. She is the daughter of the late Russell and Margaret Wickizer, Duryea. Mr. Cremard is the son of the late Fiore and Victoria Cremard, Old Forge. They have been blessed with a son, Dr. Fiore Cremard III, Old Forge. They celebrated with a family dinner.

Mr. and Mrs. John F. Ryan

60th anniversary

r. and Mrs. John F. Ryan of Pittston celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on October 20. The Rev Edward Gallagher married them in St. Mary’s Help Christian Church. Agnes Ryan, sister of Mrs. Ryan was maid of honor and the late Leo Ryan, brother of Mr. Ryan, was best man. Mrs. Ryan is the former Jane Donahue, daughter of the late James and Mary Donahue, Pittston. Mr. Ryan is the son of the late James and Nellie Brogan Ryan of Avoca. Their marriage has been blessed with three daughters, Mary Ellen and her husband William Nealon, Pittston; Patti and her husband David Klimasiewfski, Mechanicsburg; Colleen and her husband Stephen Jecen, Coatesville, PA. They also have three grandchildren, Ryan Klimasiewfski and Matthew and Luke Jecen. A family vacation in Ocean City, Maryland and a dinner in there honor at Pattie’s Sports Bar in Wilkes-Barre hosted by their children, marked the occasion. A Mass of Thanksgiving was celebrated at St. John the Evangelist Church by Monsignor John J. Bendik. Mr. and Mrs. Ryan also attended the Diocese of Scranton anniversary mass celebrated by the Most Reverend Bishop Joseph C. Bambera, earlier this year.

SENIOR BRIEFS Support Group

Evan Dering and Holly Spatzer Mr. and Mrs. Carl Radle, Sr.

60th anniversary

r. and Mrs. Carl Radle Sr. of Pittston will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on October 29. They were married October 29, 1951 in Pittston. Mrs. Radle is the former Marilyn Tirva, daughter of the Anthony Tirva and Margaret Rach. Mr. Radle is the son of the late Agnes and George Radle of Moosic. The couple has seven children and several grandchildren and great grandchildren. Mr. and Mrs. Radle will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary with a special dinner.

Engaged to wed

olly Spatzer and Evan Dering, together with their families, announce their engagement and approaching marriage. The bride-to-be is the daughter of Kathleen Spatzer, Avoca. Holly is a graduate of Pittston Area and is currently employed at Pride Mobility Products in Exeter. The prospective groom is the son of Jerome and Anita Dering, Pittston Township. Evan is a graduate of Pittston Area and is currently employed at SAPA, Mountaintop. The wedding is set for December 3 at Genetti’s Hotel in Wilkes-Barre. The couple currently resides in Pittston.

The Family Caregiver Support Group, sponsored by the Area Agency on Aging for Luzerne/ Wyoming Counties, will hold its monthly meeting on Tuesday, October 25 from1to 3 p.m. at the Edwardsville Senior Center, Russell Street, Edwardsville. Topics of discussion include: Who does what in Nursing Homes, Comparing Quality of Care in Nursing Homes, Choosing an Ambulance Service and an open forum for concerns about care giving. The Family Caregiver Support Group is open to all caregivers from Luzerne and Wyoming Counties and is free of charge. Refreshments are served at each meeting. For further information, contact Doris at 824-5994 or Ruth Ann at 477-3422. Pittston Senior Center

A ten-week Weight Wise class with Denise began on Friday, October 7 and will end on Friday, December 6. Each session will be one hour long and begin a 1 p.m. There is no charge for this class but registration is necessary by calling the center at 655-5561.

Reservations are open for a day trip to American Music Theatre on Thursday December 3. Cost is $90 which includes round trip motor coach transportation dinner at Miller’s Smorgasbord and the Christmas Show only a few seats remain. Payment will confirm reservations. For further information call Hazel 6555561. Zumba Gold classes are being held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:30 to 3:30. Cost is $2 for center members and 33 for nonmembers. Cosmopolitan Seniors

The Cosmopolitan Seniors, a Project HEAD club, will meet again on Tuesday, November1, at 1 p.m. at St. Anthony Center, in Exeter. Vic Malinowski will preside. Host/hostesses are Theresa Blasavage, Toni Hall, Marcella Fountain, Johanna and Vic Malinowski. Cosmopolitan Seniors travel coordinator Johanna is accepting reservations for a Mount Airy Casino trip on Wednesday, November 9. Pickups in Exeter and Pittston. You do not have to be a member to come on these trips. Details can be obtained from Johanna at 655-2720.

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Exeter, Pittston natives to offer pro-bono work at Misericordia It didn’t take long for Stevie Lynn Dorbad ’11, M.S.P.T., to return to her alma mater, Misericordia University. Three months after being one of four valedictorians in her graduating class, the Exeter native and Wyoming Area High School graduate returned to campus to be one of two professional clinicians to staff the new Passan Hall Physical Therapy Center on the lower campus. The collaboration between NovaCare Rehabilitation and the Department of Physical Therapy at Misericordia University has created a professional clinic at 100 Lake St., Dallas Borough, which will provide additional clinical opportunities for Misericordia students majoring in physical therapy, and an additional site for regional residents to receive standard and low-cost treatment for their ailments. “I cannot explain how excited I am to be back and intimately involved with Misericordia University,’’ says Frank Serino, M.S.P.T., market manager of NovaCare Rehabilitation and a 1999 graduate of Misericordia. “We couldn’t have planned it any better having the three of us involved. I feel so comfortable there and excited not only to treat students, staff and community, but also we will be providing learning experiences for the students. “We will be helping in their labs as well as having students spend time with us in clinic. It is

very rewarding to be part of the team,’’ Serino adds. The Passan Hall Physical Therapy Center is similar to any other rehabilitation center staffed by licensed clinicians. It will accept most major medical insurances, including Geisinger, Medicare, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, and it will provide therapy for orthopedic conditions, sports injuries, workers’ compensation claims, neurological disorders, radiculopathy, gait dysfunction, stroke and more. What separates the new clinic from others in the area is its dedication to providing care to those who cannot afford it, while also providing additional educational opportunities to Misericordia students. “I believe that people who truly need skilled services should not be denied because an insurance company or life circumstances do not provide them the opportunity,’’ says Serino, a Pittston Area High School graduate who is in charge of 12 NovaCare clinics from Philadelphia to Northeastern Pennsylvania. “No one should be denied medically necessary care because an insurance company does not approve due to the level of plan the patient has or the circumstances of the injury,’’ adds Serino, the son of Frank and Angeline Serino. “Insurances place more and more restrictions on care and pay less and less. This should not determine the care a person receives. Granted, we cannot do pure pro-bono work,

but to be able to give to those truly in need is really nice and gives me a sense of gratification in our profession.’’ The Passan Hall Physical Therapy Center is the second low-cost clinic on campus. The Department of Speech-Language Pathology has been providing clinical opportunities to regional clients since 2003 in the Speech-Language and Hearing Center. To date, more than 2,500 people — 1,980 children and 520 adults — have been treated at the clinic by students and faculty members. Misericordia’s latest endeavor to provide outreach to the community also provides a venue for former students to give back to the profession and to remain true to the tenets of MU by helping those most in need. The center’s chief clinicians, Dorbad and Joshua Hogan ’99, ’11, M.S.P.T., D.P.T., NovaCare Rehabilitation center manager, are excited by the opportunity to give back to MU and to people. “I think this partnership will really benefit the local and campus communities as well as give the physical therapy students some great opportunities to experience real cases and learn some of the business aspects of clinic operation,’’ says Hogan, a Drums, Pa., resident and the son of Eugene and the late Marie Hogan. “I think it’s great that Misericordia students have this opportunity, really right on campus. I feel it will be beneficial

Locals offering pro bono physical therapy at Misericordia, pictured from left are Susan Barker, Ph.D., professor and chair of the Department of Physical Therapy at Misericordia University; Frank Serino 9 ` 9, M.S.P.T., market manager of NovaCare Rehabilitation; Joshua Hogan '99, '11, D.P.T., NovaCare Rehabilitation center manager and Stevie Lynn Dorbad '11, M.S.P.T.

for NovaCare, which is looking to grow in the area, as well as strengthening an already strong Misericordia PT program with opportunities that didn’t exist before.’’ “I don’t think you can pick a career in health care without wanting to help those in need,’’ adds the daughter of Susan Dor-

bad who is based primarily at the Orangeville, PA, clinic NovaCare operates. “We realize just how important service is at Misericordia. It is instilled in us as we see the instructors and peers around us. It’s what lets us know there are people that truly care in the world. I’m grateful that I will be able to show it through work

at the new clinic.’’ For more information or to schedule an appointment at the Passan Hall Physical Therapy Center at Misericordia University, please call (570) 674-6230 or the NovaCare Rehabilitation Center in Plains Township at (570) 825-7676. Walk-in appointments are also welcome.

Students at WA Catholic hold student council elections Posters were hung. Speeches were given. And so, the spirited campaigning began. The student body at Wyoming Area Catholic experienced first hand what it means to participate in the election process. In their Social Studies class, students in fourth through eighth grades spoke about voting as every citizen’s right and responsibility. Thus, the election of student council representatives began. Votes were cast for class representatives in first through eighth grades. Two representatives were chosen from each class. Officers were elected at the first council meeting. Mrs. Evelyn Owens, third grade and Mrs. Ann Marie Walsh, eighth grade, serve as moderators for the Student Council. Sixteen class representatives from first through eighth grades gathered in early October to elect the Student Council officers for the 2011-2012 school year. Student Council is committed to service in the school and community. A number of service-related activities are planned for the current school year and we look forward to everyone’s cooperation to ensure success. Pictured from left are the newly elected student council officers at Wyoming Area Catholic, Mrs. Owens, moderator; Sarah Satkowski, vice-president, seventh grade 7; Danielle Morris, secretary, fifth grade; Alexia Mazzarella, president, eighth grade; Erika Serafin, treasurer, sixth grade and Mrs. Walsh, moderator.

celebrated on Sunday, October 23. On this Sunday, Catholics of the world unite at Mass to recommit ourselves to our vocation, through Baptism, to be mission. For the Diocese of Scranton, World Mission Sunday Liturgy will be held at 12:15 p.m. at St. Peter’s Cathedral, Scranton. Bishop Joseph Bambera will be the principal celebrant. Representing Wyoming Area Catholic School at this World Mission Sunday Liturgy will be Valentina Caparelli, Dominic Caparelli, Joanna Cox, Holly Cox, Tim Murphy, Sarah Murphy, Alexia Mazzarella, Bianca Mazarella and Mrs. Evelyn Owens, Mission Moderator. PTG Bingo

Please join the school community for the first cash bingo on Sunday, October 30 in the school auditorium from 1 to 5 p.m. All entrants must be over 18 years old. The price of tickets is $20 and includes 20 regular games and door prize drawings. We will also have special games, a bake sale and a 50/50 drawing. Please call the school for more information: 654-7982. Halloween Parade

The Halloween parade and class parties will be from 8:30 to 11 a.m. All grades will dress up and eighth grade will lead the parade. Immediately, following the parade, students will return to their classrooms for a party. Families are invited to watch the parade. Only students will be allowed in the building after the Dates to Remember parade. Dismissal will be at 11 October 24: School Pictures, a.m. students will wear uniforms. October 28: Halloween Dance Penn State Program On Thursday, October 27, stuOctober 30: PTG Bingo from1 dents from Penn State Co-op will to 5 p.m. present a hand-washing program October 31: Early dismissal:11 for all students. The students will a.m. also learn techniques on preventWorld Mission Sunday ing the spread of germs. World Mission Sunday will be

Pictured from left are the Wyoming Area Catholic class representatives. Row one: Hayden Foland, Sydney Kozden, Lynzie Skoronski, Carissa Benderavich, Dominic Caparelli, Matt Sorick, Danielle Morris, Jeffrey Johnson, and Richie Morris. Row two: Mrs. Owens, Tim Murphy, Sarah Satkowski, Justin Januszko, Alexia Mazzarella, Charles Kulick, Erika Serafin, Camryn Cassetori and Mrs. Walsh.

Forensic Practice

Practices for the Fall Forensic teams, junior varsity and varsity, will be October 25, 26 and November 1 from 2:45 to 4 p.m Uniforms

The dress code changed from summer to winter uniforms on October 17. Please refer to the Wyoming Area Catholic addendum to the Student-Parent Handbook (available on Edline and sent home in the first brown envelope). Girls cannot wear polo shirts with the winter uniform. All students must wear school shoes – no sneakers except on gym days with gym uniforms. The dress code will be strictly enforced. Intramural Sports

The schedule for intramural sports is as follows: Boys’ Flag Football: Tuesday and Thursday from 3-4 p.m. Girls’ Flag Football: Wednesday and Friday from 3-4 p.m. Volley Ball: Monday from 3-4 p.m.

Pictured from left are the newly elected student council officers at Wyoming Area Catholic, Mrs. Owens, moderator; Sarah Satkowski, vice-president, seventh grade 7; Danielle Morris, secretary, fifth grade; Alexia Mazzarella, president, eighth grade; Erika Serafin, treasurer, sixth grade and Mrs. Walsh, moderator.

bell Soup Labels and Box Tops for the labels are in the main hallPlease keep sending in Camp- for Education. The containers way.

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LCCC to hold annual Community Outreach Dinner on Nov. 2 The Luzerne County Community College Foundation, Inc. will hold its 19th Annual Community Outreach Dinner on

Wednesday, November 2, at 5:30 p.m., at the Woodlands Inn & Resort. The purpose of the annual Community Outreach Din-

ner is to raise unrestricted funds for LCCC. Proceeds from the annual dinner provide scholarship funding, upgrades to in-

structional technology, emerFor more information, or to Office at 740-0731 or (800) 377gency book funds, and supports purchase tickets for the dinner, LCCC, extension 7731 or jyuareas of greatest need not funded contact the LCCC Foundation has@luzerne.edu. through other sources.

Sem Lower School to host Early Childhood Overview Wyoming Seminary Lower 9 to 11 a.m. at the school’s Forty School invites families to attend Fort campus, 1560 Wyoming the Early Childhood Overview Avenue. Families may tour preschool, on Thursday, November 10 from

pre-kindergarten and kindergarten classrooms and speak with the dean of the Primary Division, teachers and admission staff

Please call Heidi Sims, Associate Director of Lower School Admission, at 718-6610 for more information or e-mail her at lsadabout Sem’s early childhood pro- try. The school will maintain mission@wyomingseminagram. Applications are accepted waiting pools when necessary ry.org. Advance registration is up to one year in advance of en- for all programs. recommended.

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Justin Coyne Justin Michael Coyne, son of Monica and Joe Coyne, Duryea is celebrating his 13th birthday today, October 23. Justin is the

grandson of Sally Tomaszewski, Dupont and the late Fred Tomaszewski and Barbara Coyne, Exeter and the late Joseph F. Coyne. Justin has two sisters, Clarice Catherine, 27; Fredrica Maria, 20 and a brother, Joseph Francis, 19. Justin attends Holy Rosary School, Duryea and is involved in bowling basketball and baseball. Justin’s godparents are Clarice Coyne, Dupont and Uncle Jim McKane, Archbald. Justin’s father will celebrate his birthday October 27 and his Uncle Jim McKane celebrated his birthday on October 21. Justin is pictured with his dad.

Maya Kasa

Maya Lauren Kasa, daughter of Chris and Jacki Kasa, Wyoming will celebrate her eighth birthday, October 25. Maya is the granddaughter of Rick and Cindy Hizynski, Wyoming and Cary and Donna Kasa, Suscon. She’s the great granddaughter of Mary Hizynski, Exeter and Gloria Costello, Dupont. Maya attends Wyoming Area Catholic School and is a Girl Scout. She has a sister Lily Madelyn, four years old who helped her celebrate the big day with a Glamour Girl Party.

Matthew Prociak Matthew Francis Prociak, son of Michael and Patricia Prociak, Jenkins Township, will celebrate his eighth birthday on October 21. He is the grandson of Joseph and Florence Prociak, Plains, and the late Joseph and Mary Devers, West Pittston. He has a sister, Rebecca, 13 and two brothers, Michael,16 and Nicholas, 11.

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Cousins celebrate birthdays Alexis Rose Wruble celebrated her fifth birthday on Wednesday, October 5. She is the daughter of Cathy and Paul Wruble of Pittston Township. Ali’s grandparents are Frank and Marie Domoracki Sr., of Pittston Township and the late Carl and Kathryn Wruble. Alexis attends Humpty Dumpty Kollege where she had a pizza party with her friends on her birthday. Ali also has a big sister Leanna Marie Wruble, 7. She was honored at a party with her family and friends also. Frank Paul Domoracki will celebrate his first birthday on Friday, October 21. He is the son of Frank and Kerri Lynn Domoracki, Jr of Pittston Township. Frankie’s grandparents are Frank and Marie Domoracki Sr. of Pittston Township and Elaine and Paul Duzen of Dupont. He also has two sisters Abigail Marie, 6 and Kelsey Ann, 3. Frankie will be honored at a party with his family and friends at Tony’s Pizza, Pittston. He enjoys watching Penn State football with his father and Papa Frank because he is the future Penn State linebacker.

Kayla Karcutskie Kayla Elizabeth Karcutskie, daughter of Joseph and Maria Karcutskie, Duryea is celebrating her third birthday Saturday, October 29. Kayla is the granddaughter of Gini Ciampi and the late Al Ciampi, West Pittston and Charles and Beatrice Karcutskie, West Wyoming. Kayla has a sister Gianna, four years old and a brother Tyler, eight months. Kayla attends pre-school at Humpty Dumpty Kollege.

Leena and Emma Conte Emma and Leena Conte celebrate their birthdays together. Emma turned eight on October 5 and Leena will be four on November 12. They are the daughters of Richard and Kimberly Conte of Suscon. Maternal grandparents are Edward and Rosemary Yanchulis of Suscon. Paternal grandparents are Richard and Nancy Conte of Newton Township. The girls have two brothers, Richie, 10 and Christopher, 6. They will celebrate with family and friends with a Halloween birthday party.

Michael Colarusso

Kaitlyn Slusser Kaitlyn Nicole Slusser celebrated her ninth birthday on Saturday, October 22. Kaitlyn is the daughter of Gary and Sheri Slusser of West Pittston and has a younger sister, Morgan, who will be six years old in November.

Kaitlyn is the granddaughter of John and Nancy Janczewski of West Pittston and Gary and Margaret Slusser of Bear Creek. She is the great granddaughter of Fulvio Ranalli and the late Helen Ranalli of Dallas, the late John and Janet Janczewski of West Pittston, Ann O’Keefe and the late Gervase O’Keefe of Levittown and the late Eugene and Ruth Slusser of Forty Fort. Kaitlyn’s Godparents are her aunt and uncle, Vicki and John Hood of West Pittston. Kaitlyn is in the third grade at Montgomery Avenue Elementary School and step dances with the Emerald Isle Step Dancers of Pittston, cheers for the West Pittston Rams C Team, plays softball for the West Pittston Little League and is in the junior bowling league at Modern Lanes.

Michael Joseph Colarusso Jr., son of Mike and Jaime Colarusso, Exeter, celebrated his second birthday on October 17 with a construction zone party. Mikey is the grandson of James and Debbie Lampman, Pittston and Joseph and Beverly Colarusso, Pittston Township. He is the great grandson of John Brogna, Pittston. Mikey has an older sister, Sofia Mary, who is three years old.

Happy Birthday! Stop by or mail your birthday photo to: The Sunday Dispatch 109 New Street Pittston, PA 18640 Birthdays can also be emailed to bklem@psdispatch.com, please include contact information with email. Pictures can run in black 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. Checks can be made payable to The Sunday Dispatch.

Holy Redeemer H.S. will hold an open house on October 30. Pictured from left are faculty, administration, and students involved in planning for open house. Seated: Sister Immacule Zdanowicz, OSF, faculty; Sarah Suchoski, Wilkes-Barre; Stephanie Sullin, White Haven; Anita Sirak, principal; Linda Rakauskas, faculty; Beverly Glennon, faculty; and Sister Mary Frances Conrad, RSM, faculty. Standing: Eric Ringsdorf, Shavertown; Michael Booth, vice principal; Seth Tarselli, Mountaintop; Tom Hanlon, faculty; Dalton Ell, Plains; and Abe Simon, vice principal.

Holy Redeemer H.S. holding open house Holy Redeemer High School will hold its annual open house for prospective new students and their families on Sunday, October 30

from 1-4 p.m. Tours of the school will be offered beginning at 1 p.m., and a presentation in the auditorium is scheduled for 2:30 p.m.

Students who will be incoming freshmen or transfer students for the 2012-2013 year are invited to attend. There will be opportunities

to tour the school and to meet with teachers, coaches, and staff, as well to learn about the academic programs offered by Holy Redeemer.

Middle School holding parent/teacher conferences Nov. 21-23 Spelling Bee Practice

Spelling Bee practice will be held after school in the middle school library until 4 p.m. according to the schedule below. Each practice is mandatory, and students are responsible for their own rides home. Rides must be in front of the Middle School no later than 4 p.m. on practice days. The tentative date for the Spelling Bee is December 20. October 25; November 1, 8,

14, 22; December: 6, 13 October Act 80 Day

Monday, October 31 is an Act 80 Day. Middle School students will be dismissed at 1 p.m. Parent/Teacher Conferences

The Martin L. Mattei Middle School will be holding Parent/ Teacher Conferences on November 21, 22, and 23. Please make a note of these dates as

they have been adjusted from show at 6 p.m. those listed on the school calendar due to our flood dates. Communications Club MID-TV’s schedule for 10/24 Talent Show Practice through 10/28: Members of the There will be practice for the Red Team should report to the Middle School Talent Show af- TV Studio first thing in the ter school according to the fol- morning. All members are relowing schedule. All participa- minded to check in with their nts are responsible for their homeroom teachers prior to reporting to the studio. own transportation home. November 2, November 7, November 14-at high school at Winter Sports Physicals Attention seventh and eighth 5 p.m., November 17 Talent

grade students, winter sports’ physicals will be held during the first week of November. Any student who needs a physical should visit www.pittstonarea.com to print out a copy of the physical form. Students will be required to return the completed form to Mr. Lopresto, our Assistant Athletic Director, prior to receiving a physical. Students without completed forms will be unable to receive a physical. If you

already had a physical for a fall sport, you will not need another for winter sports. If you have any questions, you can reach Mr. Lopresto at 883-0070. Sports Weekly Schedule

Seventh and eighth grade football: Tuesday at Wyoming Area Visit www.highschoolsports.net for more information

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Old Forge announces September awards for students

Old Forge School District announced the September 2011 Students of the Month at the high school. Mrs. Nicole VanLuvender Principal of Old Forge Elementary announces September Devil Pride Students. Those students were chosen based on their recognition for the outstanding demonstration of Devil Pride. Pride stands for Prepared, Respectful, Independent, Dependable and Example to others.

Old Forge High School September students of the month pictured from left in first row are Nico Nocera and Sara Hiller. Second rwo: Kelly Kempa, Bobby Rinaldi, Nick Killino, and Lauren Carey.

September Devil Pride students at Old Forge elementary school, pictured from left, sitting are Demetrius Dolinish, Brooke Granko, Matthew Lenceski, and Joey Granko. Standing: Kevin Pepsin, Liza Beviglia, Mason Boettger, and Mrs. VanLuvender.

Pittston Area students participate in kickball fundraiser

Pittston Area Marching Patriots Gear Up For 2011-2012 Season By: Ashley Muchler

If you were to lean out of your house on any Wednesday in October, you might hear children playing in the last warm days of fall, strong autumn winds rushing through the trees, and somewhere, off in the distance, you hear....music? Well, if you live in Pittston, then the music you are hearing belongs to none other than the Pittston Area Marching Patriots, working hard at one of their typical four hour long practices. The Marching Patriots, now under the new direction of Mr.Eric Boylan, are the 2009 and 2010 Calvacade of Bands Champions, and are also the 2009 Atlantic Coast Champions. After a long summer of practicing, the Patriots started their season with a competition at

Blue Mountain High School, receiving 1st place, and went on to compete at Wyoming Area High School, receiving 2nd place. Marching Patriot Senior Katlyn Jumper is very excited about the coming season of the group. "This season is so different but wonderful at the same time," said Jumper. "This is because of the many great people we work with, the show, and the joy of being able to perform for many. If hearts are moved we know we have done our part this season." The Patriots will be hosting a home competition on November 5 at Pittston Area High School. All are invited and are asked to please come and support the Patriots in their last competition before Championships at Hershey Park Stadium. Senior Interviews

Nicholas Remsky, of Pittston, is the son of Ron and Kim Remsky and was born on December 14, 1993. Besides being an honors student, Nick is a part of the Young Lawyers Club and is on the swim team. In his spare time Nick likes to listen to his favorite band, Aerosmith. For his future, Nick plans to attend college and eventually law school. Jane Pramitha, of Duryea, is the daughter of Adriana Shelley

Lim and was born on January 4, 1992. Her favorite teachers are Mr. Burns, Ms. Oliver, Mrs. Cocco, Mrs. Saunders, Mrs. Miller, Mrs. Craig, Mr. Fuller, and Mr. Richards. Jane loves Chinese, Korean, and Japanese food. She loves comedy and dance movies and she enjoys dancing and singing to hip-hop and country music. Jane believes that the hardest part of high school is final exams. She said if she could teach any class, she would teach dance. She described her high school experience as “fun”. For the future Jane intends on going to college. Tina Boyanowski, of Dupont, is the daughter of Jean and Joe Boyanowski and was born on May 29, 1994. Tina’s favorite teacher is Mrs. Getrige. She most vividly remembers her first day of school when she was a freshman, she said that she was lost; she looks back at it now and just laughs. She said if she can do anything differently she would hold on to every moment because of how fast high school goes by. Her favorite food is pizza; her favorite movie is The Hangover, and her favorite celebrity is Marilyn Monroe. She loves being with her best friends Emily Zera, Dalton Hazlet, and Christen Sedlak. She lives by her

Wyoming and Pittston Area held a kickball fundraiser tournament. The winning team pictured with the Championship Plaque was a PA team, ™Blam∫ and consisted of Tom Allardyce, Quinn Tracy, Brian Delaney, Adam Bykowski, Chris Musto, Pietro Colella, Chuck Bressler, Eddie Klein, Steve Sklanka and Brandon Pernot. The Key Club Staff running the event included Kristen Fereck, Danielle Fereck, Emily Bogdon, Grace O∫Neill, Michael Hizny, Jamie Lee and James LaMarca.

catch phrase “what doesn’t kill tend college in Florida to be looking forward to being a closer to her grandparents. mother. She wants to be a great you makes you stronger”. Tina’s time is mostly occupied When she gets older Tina is mother just as hers was. by Key Club, work, and teaching CCD. Her future plans are to at-

Kindergarten Center announces picture date

Halloween Party

ground color and enclosing exact payment amount. All money and orders must be returned to your child’s teacher by Monday, November 7. You will be sent a note about the make up day.

Our Halloween party and parade will be held Monday, October 31. The party will be in the morning and parade will begin at 11 a.m. Students will have early dismissal due to a scheduled Act 80 Day. A detailed note Student Pick-up Be advised that when pickwill be sent home next week. ing up your child as a car student, you must come to School Pictures the double glass doors by the School pictures will be flagpole with "number" in taken Tuesday, November 8. Fill out the Picture Payment hand. This is for the safety Envelope, selecting back- of your child and will ensure

that the students are only re- Fall Fundraiser leased to the authorized perThe PTO Fall fundraiser is sons. complete. Order pick up date will be the last week of NoTreats vember. Birthday and holiday treats should be healthy and nutri- Box Tops tious. A list of alternatives The Kindergarten Center is will be sent home. The dis- collecting General Mills box trict’s food service can also tops for education logos for provide safe and portion the 2011-2012 school year. controlled food items for a The school is asking parents reasonable cost. Contact Sue to cut the box tops and put in Rudalavage Food Service Di- bundles of 50 before sending rector at 654-7770. them to your child’s teacher

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The second annual WA vs. PA kickball tournament was held at the Pittston Area Primary Center Softball field on Saturday, October 8, 2011. This charity fundraiser was run by the Pittston Area Key Club and was held to raise money for the Ronald McDonald House. A Pittston Area team, “Blam,” was the winning team.

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Smokey the Bear visits students at PA Primary Center

All second grade students met Smokey the Bear on Tuesday, October 18 at the Primary Center. The students learned about preventing forest fires and outdoor fire safety. The program was provided by the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and the Bureau of Forestry. All students received a book and a pencil about outdoor fire safety. Pictured are student representatives from all second grade classes. Act 80 Day

nutritious and non edible treats home smoke detectors. As a will be sent home. Happy Hallo- family, plan, discuss, and pracween! tice an escape route and designate a safe meeting place outside Classroom Treats your home that will be used in Parents are reminded to refer case of fire. to the nutritious or non-edible treat list that will be sent home November Assembly this week. Halloween and birthThe Primary Center “What’s day food treats should be in Special About November” Assealed packages. Additional nu- sembly will be held on Thursday, tritious food treat options and in- November 10. Mrs. Zambetti’s formation can be obtained by first grade class and Mrs. Cosicalling Sue Rudalavage, Nutri- mo’s second grade class will pertion, Inc., at 654-7770 form. Performances are at 10:00 and 2:00. PTO Meeting

Monday, October 31, is an Act The October PTO meeting 80 Day. Dismissal will be at 1:30. will be held on Wednesday, OcThe Halloween parade will be tober 26 at 7 p.m. in the middle held on this day. school cafeteria. Mrs. Yaninas, Drug and Alcohol Prevention Halloween Parade Specialist for the district will be School security will direct the guest speaker. parking at the Primary Center for the Halloween parade. The pa- Fire Safety Month rade will be held on Monday, OcPrimary Center students tober 31, at 9:30 in the rear of the learned about fire safety during Primary Center. Students will several activities in October. parade around the bus circle. The Department of Forestry Parents should line the outside of with Smokey the Bear and local the bus circle for the parade. The firemen visited the school to prehigh school band will play. Re- sent information. Mrs. Zyblicki, member that costume weapons gym teacher, taught a lesson on are not allowed. Costumes that stop-drop-roll-cool-call in all represent violence of any form gym classes. Parents are remindare not allowed. Suggestions for ed to check the batteries in their

Reading

Read aloud to your child daily! Let your child look at the pictures on the cover of the book and predict what the story will be about. A fun book to read about Halloween characters is Even Monsters Need Haircuts by Matthew McElligott. Math

Review circle, square, and triangle shapes. Look for these shapes in a room in your house. Draw these shapes, cut them out, and create greeting cards or drawings with your child. Use these shapes to draw or carve a jack-o-lantern!

Smokey the Bear visits Primary Center. Pictured from left are second grade student moderators. First row: Cydney McCall, Rheana Rosencrans, Angelina Slezak, Eric Pisack, James Rifflard. Second row: Faith Russell, Mason O'Donovan, Drew O'Malley, Gianna Slodysko, and Katelee O'Brien. Back row: John Hindmarsh, security, Floyd Young, Smokey the Bear (Ernie Renfer), Jason Johnson (all from the Dept of Forestry), and Mrs. McAndrew, Principal.

School menus for the week of October 23 at PA and WA Pittston Area

Kindergarten, Primary and Intermediate Center Monday –Spaghetti with meat sauce or grilled cheese sandwich, mixed vegetables, pineapple tidbits, low fat milk. Breakfast: French toast sticks 100% fruit juice, low fat milk Tuesday –Hot dog on bun or attack wrap with bread, green beans, mandarin oranges, low fat milk. Breakfast: Ham,egg and cheese on bagel 100% fruit juice, low fat milk Wednesday –Fish sticks or hot ham & cheese on bun, baked fries, peaches, low fat milk. Breakfast: Pancakes with syrup 100% fruit juice, low fat milk. Thursday –Corn dog bites or bacon cheeseburger, carrots, pears, low fat milk, Breakfast: Scrambled eggs & toast 100% fruit juice, low fat milk Friday –Apple crunch day, taco or Italian dunkers, fiesta corn, apple crisp, and apple sauce, low

fat milk Breakfast: Waffles with syrup, 100% juice, milk. Weekly choices –Turkey wrap, chicken Caesar salad, Ham and cheese hoagie, Chicken patty on bun. Breakfast available daily - Assorted whole grain cereals w/ toast, breakfast pizza, buttered toast. Middle and High Schools Monday –Meatball hoagie, carrots, fruit, low fat milk. Tuesday - Beef stir fry with broccoli, rice, fruit, low fat milk Wednesday – Macaroni & cheese, wheat bread, peas, fruit, low fat milk Thursday – BBQ pork sandwich, green beans, fruit, low fat milk Friday – Popcorn chicken bowl, mashed potatoes, gravy, corn, fruit, low fat milk Daily at High School - Favorites - Plain Pizza. Grill Specials – Whole grain chicken patty.

Deli Specials: Salad assorted "made to order" hoagies and wraps. Daily at Middle School - Favorites - Plain Pizza; Grill Specials – Whole grain chicken patty and Chicken fajita. Deli Specials - salads, assorted hoagies and wraps. Weekly specials: High School - Middle School Pizza: MWF – Buffalo chicken T - Pepperoni TH – Sausage High School: Smart start breakfast – Grab & Go at the Cafeteria Store. Monday -Egg & cheese on bagel or French toast sticks with syrup Tuesday -Sausage & cheese on English muffin or scrambled eggs with toast Wednesday - Pancakes with syrup or egg, bacon and cheese on bagel. Thursday – Breakfast pizza or

sauce. Alternate: Cheese sandegg and cheese on bagel Friday –Waffles with syrup or wich or PBJ or 4 oz yogurt and ham and cheese on bagel animal crackers, all w/choice of string cheese or sunflower seeds. Wyoming Area Breakfast: Warm cheese pizza, Elementary cereal, fruit, juice, milk Monday -Penne pasta with Thursday- Chicken fryz/dipmeatballs or pasta w/ butter- ping’ sauce, bread, mashed potastring cheese bread. tossed salad/ toes,/gravy, golden corn, jigdressing, Minute Maid Juice gling Jell-O. Alternate: Cheese Bar. Alternate: Cheese sandwich sandwich or PBJ or 4 oz yogurt or PBJ or 4 oz yogurt and animal and animal crackers, all w/ crackers, all w/choice of string choice of string cheese or suncheese or sunflower seeds. flower seeds. Breakfast: BlueBreakfast: Warm honey bun, berry muffin, cereal, juice milk fruit juice, milk Friday -Early Dismissal no Tuesday -Ham slice w/ pinelunch. Breakfast: Break box, ceapple, bread, buttered noodles, green beans, sliced peaches. Al- real, juice, milk Secondary Center ternate: Cheese sandwich or PBJ Monday -A. Penne pasta w/ or 4 oz yogurt and animal crackmeatballs or butter-cheese ers, all w/choice of string cheese bread. B. Veal parm, side pasta, or sunflower seeds. Breakfast: C. Chicken fajita w/lettuce, toScrambled eggs w/bacon, whole mato, salsa, sour cream. D. Ribwheat toast, juice, milk Wednesday -Taco w/ beef, a-que, cheeseburger or chicken cheese, lettuce and tomato, or patty on bun. Sides: C&D tossed cheeseburger on bun, pickles, salad, dressing, B&D potato seasoned rice, cinnamon apple- wedges, pineapple.

Tuesday - A. Tyson Hit ’n Spice Chicken Sandwich . B. White French bread pizza. C. Philly double cheese steak hoagie. D. Rib-a-que, cheeseburger or chicken patty on bun. Sides: Green beans, buttered noodles, peaches Wednesday - A. Asian Sesame chicken, rice. B. Ham and cheese w/lettuce on honey wrap. C. Taco hard/soft shell, w/meat, cheese, lettuce, tomato, rice.. D. Rib-a-que, cheeseburger or chicken patty on bun. Sides: Fresh veggies/ranch dip, seasoned rice, applesauce. Thursday - A. Baked chicken fryz, bread, B. Mashed potato bowl w/chicken, corn, gravy, cheese, w/biscuit. C. Meatball hoagie w/mozzarella cheese. D. Rib-a-que, cheeseburger or chicken patty on bun. Sides: Mashed potatoes, gravy, golden corn, jiggling Jell-O. Friday -Early dismissal - no lunch - Grab and Go breakfast.

JFK PTO to hold Vera Bradley Bingo on November 13 Bingo

The JFK PTO Vera Bradley Bingo will take place on Sunday, November 13 at 2 p.m. It will take place in the Wyoming Area Secondary Center Cafeteria, 20 Memorial Street, Exeter. Doors will open at 1 p.m. with the bingo starting promptly at 2 p.m. Tickets are $20 each and include 15 plus rounds of bingo. The prize for each round is a new Vera

foreducation.com to start earning points for JFK automatically when you shop at Price Chopper and use your Price Chopper AdvantEdge card. You must first create an account at www.elabelsforeducation.com, select J F Kennedy School, and register your Price Chopper card. Each time you purchase a participaLabels for Education ting Labels for Education prodPlease log onto www.elabels- uct and swipe your Price Chop-

Bradly item. Seating will be limited so get your tickets early. You can purchase tickets by sending payment along with name, address, phone number, and email to JFK Elementary, 50 Penn Avenue, Exeter PA 18643 ATTN: BINGO. Checks can be made payable to JFK PTO.

per card, the points will automatically be added to our school’s account. In addition, keep saving those UCP labels/caps for our next collection. You can start sending in your labels to your child’s teacher. Last day for collection will be November 15.

vember 2 at 6:30 p.m. in the Calendar Update school cafeteria. All are welThe early dismissal and half come and child care is provided. day in service scheduled for Friday, October 28 has been Tickets switched with Monday, October Football tickets are for sale at 31. Friday is now a full regular lunch periods on Fridays for day and Monday is an early dishome games only. Cost is $1 for missal. The costume parades and students and $4 for adults. Stucelebrations will now be on PTO Meeting dents should have money in a Monday. Students will have an The next PTO meeting will separate envelope marked with early dismissal. take place on Wednesday, No- number of tickets.

Montgomery Avenue to hold PTO meeting on November 7 Halloween

The Halloween parade and parties will be held on Monday, October 31, this is also an early dismissal day. All students will be dismissed at noon. The parade will begin approximately 9 a.m. The parade route will be around the school block,

this is a new change in the route -- Warren Street, Montgomery Avenue, Wyoming Avenue, Berry Street and back on Warren Street -- only weather permitting. The parade will begin at the Warren Street exit. Children are allowed to wear their costumes to school or they

can dress themselves for the parade in their classroom. Students are not to wear their masks to school because of safety concerns. They should carry their mask and then put the mask on at school for the parade. Also, should the costume present a safety issue, it should be carried

and put on at school. Parents, no plastic weapons or anything that resembles a weapon are allowed in the school. School Calendar Change

missed at noon. The Halloween parade and party will be held on Monday, October 31. The Halloween parade will begin approximately at 9 a.m.

Friday, October 28 will now be Food Drive Please continue to send in a full day of school. Monday, October 31 will now be an in-ser- food for the on-going food drive. vice day. Students will be dis- The school will be collecting

food for the United Methodist Church in West Pittston for their food pantry. PTO Meeting

The Montgomery Avenue PTO will hold their meeting on Monday, November 7 at 6:30 p.m. All parents are welcome to attend.

WA Catholic helps Holy Rosary School during flooding Students and faculty at Wyoming Area Catholic helped Holy Rosary School in Duryea during their flooding crisis. Due to the loss of all books in the library at Holy Rosary, students at Wyoming Area Catholic were invited to purchase an “Accelerated Reader” titled book during the Scholastic Book fair to donate to Holy Rosary for use in their library and for the Accelerated Reading program. Under the direction of Mrs. Theresa Sabetta, school librarian, students purchased in excess of 500 books

that have been donated to Holy Rosary’s library. The faculty of Wyoming Area Catholic purchased and collected art supplies for the art department and classrooms at Holy Rosary in hopes of replenishing those supplies that were lost. Aclothing drive that was underway at the school during the time of the flooding, was redirected and clothing collected was donated to flooding victims in the West Pittston community who are neighbors to Wyoming Area Catholic.

WA Catholic students help purchase supplies for Holy Rosary School. Pictured from left seated are Mrs. Theresa Sabetta; Head Librarian; Mrs. Lori Sweet; Art Teacher Kris Latoski, Walker Cherry, Frank Wright, Ryan Potorski, Emily Jobson, Amy Santayana, and Samantha Yencha.

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2005 Ford Escape XLT

2007 Jeep Liberty Sport

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt

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2006 Ford Mustang V6

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PORSCHE `85 944

Low mileage, 110,000 miles, 5 speed, 2 door, antilock brakes, air conditioning, power windows, power mirrors, AM/FM radio, CD changer, leather interior, rear defroster, tinted windows, custom wheels, $8,000. (570) 817-1803

SUBURU ‘06 LEGACY GT door, LIMITED SEDAN 4 black,

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

TOYOTA `05 COROLLA-S

68,700 miles. Automatic, power windows, locks, mirrors, air, cruise, keyless entry. Ground effects. $8,900 Negotiable 570-388-2829 or 570-905-4352

VOLKSWAGEN `04 Beetle - Convertible

GREAT ON GAS! Blue. AM/FM cassette. Air. Automatic. Power roof, windows, locks & doors. Boot cover for top. 22k. Excellent condition. Garage kept. Newly Reduced $14,000 570-479-7664 Leave Message

415 Autos-Antique & Classic

CHEVROLET `81 CORVETTE Very good condi-

tion. 350 engine, classic silver with black bottom trim, all original, registered as an antique vehicle, removable mirror tops. 66,000 miles, chrome wheels & tires in very good shape, leather interior, garage kept. Must see to appreciate. Asking $9,000 or willing to trade for a newer Pontoon boat. Call 570-545-6057

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CHEVY ‘30 HOTROD COUPE $49,000

FORD ‘76 THUNDERBIRD

All original $12,000

MERCEDES ‘76 450 SL $24,000

MERCEDES ‘29

Kit Car $9,000 (570) 655-4884 hell-of-adeal.com

DESOTO CUSTOM ‘49 4 DOOR SEDAN

3 on the tree with fluid drive. This All American Classic Icon runs like a top at 55MPH. Kin to Chrysler, Dodge, Plymouth, Imperial Desoto, built in the American Midwest, after WWII, in a plant that once produced B29 Bombers. In it’s original antiquity condition, with original shop & parts manuals, she’s beautifully detailed and ready for auction in Sin City. Spent her entire life in Arizona and New Mexico, never saw a day of rain or rust. Only $19,995. To test drive, by appointment only, Contact Tony at 570-899-2121 or penntech84th@ gmail.com

FORD `52 COUNTRY SEDAN CUSTOM LINE

STATION WAGON V8, automatic, 8 passenger, 3rd seat, good condition, 2nd owner. REDUCED TO $6,500. 570-579-3517 570-455-6589

FORD SALEEN ‘04 281 SC Coupe

1,000 miles documented #380 Highly collectable. $28,500 570-472-1854

MAZDA `88 RX-7

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

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OLDSMOBILE `68 DELMONT

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SUNDAY DISPATCH Motorcycles

YAMAHA ‘97 ROYALSTAR 1300

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

442 RVs & Campers Must Sell! Appraised for $9,200 • All original

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

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Boats & Marinas

CUSTOM CREST 15’

Fiberglass boat with trailer. Outboard propulsion. Includes: 2 motors Erinmade, “Lark II series”

PRICE REDUCED! $2,400 NEGOTIABLE

570-417-3940

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Commercial Trucks & Equipment

CHEVY ‘08 3500 HD DUMP TRUCK 2WD, automatic.

Only 12,000 miles. Vehicle in like new condition. $19,000. 570-288-4322

GMC SIERRA ‘98 3500 4WD Stake Side,

350 V8, Auto. 75,000 miles on current engine. 12' wood bed, body, tires, interior good. Excellent running condition. New generator, starter, battery. Just tuned and inspected. $6,900. Call 570-656-1080

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Motorcycles

BMW ‘07 K1200 GT Low mileage. Many extras. Clean. $9,000 (570) 646-2645

HARLEY 2011 HERITAGE SOFTTAIL Black. 1,800 miles.

CHEROKEE ‘10 Travel trailer. 39 ft.,

4 slide outs, 3 bedrooms, 2 bath rooms, microwave, awning, tinted windows, Brand new. Have no pets or smokers. Much more!!!!! $33,000 (cell) 682-888-2880

EQUIPMENT/BOBCAT TRAILER

Brand new 2010 tandem axle, 4 wheel electric brakes, 20’ long total, 7 x 16 wood deck, fold up ramps with knees, removable fenders for oversized loads, powder coat paint for rust protection, 2 5/16 hitch coupler, tongue jack, side pockets, brake away switch, battery, 7 pole RV plugs, title & more!! Priced for quick sale. $2,595 386-334-7448 Wilkes-Barre

FLAGSTAFF `08 CLASSIC NOW BACK IN PA.

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

PACE ‘99 ARROW VISION

Ford V10. Excellent condition. 8,700 miles. 1 slide out. 2 awnings. 2 colored TVs, generator, back up camera, 2 air conditioners, microwave/convection oven, side by side refrigerator with ice maker, washer/dryer, queen size bed. $37,900 negotiable (570) 288-4826 (570) 690-1464

SUNLINE SOLARIS `91

25’ travel trailer A/C. Bunk beds. New fridge & hot water heater. Excellent condition. $3,900. 570-466-4995

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

HARLEY DAVIDSON `03 100th Anniversary

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

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

HYOSUNG `04 COMET

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Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

AWD, Fully loaded, 1 owner, 22,000 miles. Small 6 cylinder. New inspection. Like new, inside & out. $13,200. (570) 540-0975

FORD `90 TRUCK 17’ box. Excellent

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

HONDA `10 ODYSSEY

KAWASAKI ‘05 NINJA 500R. 3300

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

STUDEBAKER ‘31 Rumble seat, Coupe Good condition. Call for details (570) 881-7545

Kawasaki` 93 ZX11D NINJA LIKE NEW 8900 Original

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

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JEEP `02 GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO

Triple black, economical 6 cylinder. 4x4 select drive. CD, remote door opener, power windows & locks, cruise, tilt wheel. 108k highway miles. Garage kept. Super clean inside and out. No rust. Sale price $6,895. Scranton. Trade in’s accepted. 570-466-2771

NOW HIRING SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS Best pay. Will train

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Building/ Construction/ Skilled Trades

& PIPE LAYERS

For Large Diameter RCP Storm Project in Berwick, PA. Must have 5 years experience. Health insurance and 401k available. Send resume to: jamestohara@ aol.com or fax to 570-842-8205.

MERCURY `07 MARINER PROJECT MANAGERS & One owner. Luxury 4x4. garage kept. Showroom condition, fully loaded, every option 34,000 miles. GREAT DEAL $14,500 (570)825-5847

MITSUBISHI `11

OUTLANDER SPORT SE AWD, Black interi-

or/exterior, start/ stop engine with keyless entry, heated seats, 18” alloy wheels, many extra features. Only 4,800 miles. 10 year, 100,000 mile warranty. $23,500. Willing to negotiate. Serious inquires only - must sell, going to law school. (570) 793-6844

CARPENTERS General Contractor

seeking Project Managers with estimating experience & Carpenters for commercial construction company. Attention to detail, desire to work as part of a team, ability to keep projects on schedule and valid drivers license are a must. Please forward resume to:

CHAMPION BUILDERS, INC. 239 Pringle St.

Kingston, PA 18704

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Education/ Training

TEACHER/AIDES

The Greater Pittston YMCA is interviewing for the following positions:

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

RANGE ROVER ‘07 SPORT

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

SUZUKI `07 XL-7 56,000 miles,

automatic, all-wheel drive, 4 door, air conditioning, all power, CD player, leather interior, tinted windows, custom wheels, $13,000 Call 570-829-8753 Before 5:00 p.m.

VOLVO `08 XC90 Fully loaded, moon

roof, leather, heated seats, electric locks, excellent condition. New tires, new brakes and rotors. 52,000 miles highway $26,500/ best offer. 570-779-4325 570-417-2010 till 5

Group Supervisor/ Pre-K Teacher – BA/BS in Education ECE preferred, may accept an AA/AAS.

Assistant Toddler Teacher/Aide – Minimum high school diploma and 2 years working with children. After School Child Care WorkerMinimum high school diploma and 2 years working with children. Call 570-655-2255 ext. 105

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Auto Parts

DELI CLERKS

Gerrity’s Supermarkets is now hiring Part Time Deli Clerks. Looking for dependable and customer oriented individuals. Sales Commission Bonus. Previous deli or food service experience and flexible schedule a plus. Apply at: www.gerritys.com or 2020 Wyoming Ave, Wyoming.

on experience. Monday - Friday, 9:30am to 4:00pm. Please call 570-270-5862

WAITSTAFF/ COUNTER PERSON & DELIVERY DRIVER Part time and full time available. Apply in person Frank’s Pizza Penn Plaza Wilkes-Barre

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if necessary. Pace Transportation 570-883-9797

DRIVERS SIGN ON BONUS Due to our continued growth, Bolus Freight Systems Inc. is expanding its fleet of Class A CDL Co. Drivers. We have regional positions available where you are home once during the week, and every weekend AND earn up to $1200/ week. You will be driving a new or late model truck. This is a career opportunity for good drivers to work for an industry leader and one of the highest paying companies in the business. All positions offer a performance bonus, paid vacations, and holidays. Medical & life insurance as well as 401k. For more information call 800-4441497 ext. 721. Drivers: Start up to $.41/mi. Home Weekly or Bi-Weeky. CDL-A 6 months OTR experience required. Equipment you’ll be proud to drive! (888) 247-4037

TRANSPORTATION MANAGER USAgain Recycling,

a local textile recycling company is looking for a Transportation Manager to handle the daily field operations. Connect to careerbuilder.com for further information and to apply.

VAN DRIVER Part Time van driver

needed for elderly and handicapped transportation program. Monday through Friday. 2025 hours/week, no benefits. Hours vary depending upon schedule. Must have clean driving record and no criminal background. Call Volunteers of America 825-5261 EOE

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LINE COOKS $8-$12/hour based

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MERCEDES 1975

Good interior & interior. Runs great! New tires. Many new parts. Moving, Must Sell. $2,300 or best offer 570-693-3263 Ask for Paul

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

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

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JEEP `04 CHEROKEE 135,000 miles, auto-

BUICK `05 RENDEZVOUS BARGAIN!!

250. 157 Miles. Excellent Condition. $1,200. Call 570-256-7760

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Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

SUNLITE CAMPER 22 ft. 3 rear bunks,

center bathroom, kitchen, sofa bed. Air, Fully self contained. Sleeps 6. New tires, fridge awning. $4500. 215-322-9845

Edition Deuce. Garage kept. 1 owner. 1900 miles. Tons of chrome. $38,000 invested. A must see. Asking $18,000. OBO 570-706-6156

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Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair

CRUSHING AND SCREENING EQUIPMENT SERVICE TECH

• Must have knowledge of hydraulics, electrical, & welding • Possible overnight stays • Must be flexible with hours Please fax resume to 570-270-5792 or email info@commonwealth equipment.com No phone calls please.

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Logistics/ Transportation

DRIVER MANAGER/ DISPATCHER

Metropolitan Trucking, a Family Owned Business for 81 Years, is looking for an experienced Driver Manger/ Dispatcher for the Bloomsburg, PA Facility. Please send resume and salary requirements to eficarra@mtrk.com

DRIVERS

Class A CDL drivers needed. Must have clean MVR; doubles endorsement. Home every day, off weekends. Full time local work. One year experience needed. Call Todd 570-991-0316 DRIVERS CDL - A: Local Dedicated Route! Home every night! Great Pay, Benefits! Estenson Logistics. Apply www.goelc.com 1-866-336-9642

Marketing/ Product

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT / MARKETER Computer Skills

necessary. We provide vacation, 401k, health insurance, holidays. Email resume to jsobeck@first generalservice.com

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Other

ARCHER DANIELS MIDLAND COMPANY is one of the world’s

week off schedule (including 7 asleep overnight shifts) to work with individuals with intellectual disabilities in a community home in the Pittston and Ashley areas. Experience is helpful, paid training is provided. Valid drivers license is required. For information or application, call IMPACT SYSTEMS, Inc. at (570) 829-3671. Starting Salary is $22,048 + benefits Drug free workplace EOE

LIFEGUARDS

Morning & afternoon shifts – 6:30 a.m. & 3 p.m. Must have current CPR, First Aid, AED and Oxygen certifications. Call 570-655-2255 ext. 107

LPN

Seeking LPN for present assignment providing care from 1pm-5pm daily in our Pittston area home. Also need alternate weekend person from 8am1pm. Experience & references. 570-239-4589

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NOW HIRING

Delivery Technician for a JACO Certified DME supplier. Will Train. Benefits are available. Must be able to lift over 60 lbs on consistent basis. Also be able to work occasional nights and weekends. Clean driving record required. If interested Call T.J. at 570-822-2851

NURSE

Needed for busy family physician office. Part time, 2 days/week. Send resume to: 836 N. Washington St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18705 or fax to 570-822-7024.

700 MERCHANDISE

largest agricultural processing companies. ADM is hiring for Production Personnel, Maintenance Technicians, Laboratory Technicians, and Production Supervisory positions at its newest Cocoa Processing facility in Humboldt industrial park in Hazle Township. Apply online at www.adm.jobs. All positions are full time, offer a complete benefits package, and competitive wages. ADM is an equal opportunity employer.

STAMP COLLECTING magazines. 155 different U.S. 1986 to 2011 $5. for all. 136 different Canada $5. for all. 93 different united nations $5. for all. 570-654-1622

YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE

FRIDGE, black mini, very good condition only used for a couple of days $90. 570-762-5042

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

FCCY 1-800-747-3807 EOE

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Production/ Operations

PRODUCTION HELP

Manufacturing plant in Pittston. Full/PartTime. No Benefits. Monday-Friday. Apply in Person 9am-4pm Barhill Mfg. Corp 396 S. Township Blvd., Pittston, PA

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Sales/Retail/ Business Development

DIRECTOR OF SALES

Do you consider yourself to be outgoing, organized and self motivated. If so this opportunity may be for you. The Hampton Inn & Suites Wilkes-Barre is presently seeking a qualified Director of Sales. Some of the responsibilities include: Prospecting/generating group business; Develop & maintain relationships with existing clients; Possess a strong working knowledge of property management & sales software. Prior Hotel/Hotel Sales experience is beneficial. Please forward resumes to: jeffrey.foster2@ hilton.com

548 Medical/Health

COMMUNITY HOME WORKERS Full Time week on/

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Antiques & Collectibles

HOT WATER Heater 50 gallon electric Rudd pacemaker self cleaning, like new condition, purchased 8/14/08 light use in single family home with one woman in her 80’s $175. 570-926-5075 RANGE: almond Whirlpool glass top range, dishwasher, & vent hood in great condition $350. 570-655-1606 REFRIGERATOR GE 36”x19”x20” great for camping or for a bar $40. 868-5886

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Baby Items

BABY SLING. Over the shoulder baby holder. padded, great condition. $5. 570-693-1072 BOOSTER SEAT: Safety 1st, blue plastic, with tray like new. $15. 570-333-0470 STROLLER, Travel leopard print $50; Eddie Bauer black stroller $25; Kitchen set pink $25; Excersaucer $15; F. P. dog play gym $10; F.P. play gym $10; F.P. push walker $10; Leap Frog actvity table $10; Snuggie $10; Diaper Genie $5; Bath tub $5. Crib side aquarium $10; F.P. amazing animals rollin’ around jungle playground $5; Giraffe ball drop playground $5; Cocalo matrix blossoms crib bedding includes bumpers, sheets, bedskirt, mobile, wall art, light switch plate, pillows $50 570-592-5270

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Building Materials

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BATHROOM SINK SET: Gerber white porcelain bathroom sink with mirror and medicine cabinet. Matching set. $80. 570-331-8183

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Business Opportunities

BAR/TAVERN

FOR SALE Turn key business. Liquor license & patio license. Air conditioned. Lower level 1 bedroom apt. Reduced to $159,000 Owner Retiring. 570-929-3214

JAN-PRO

Commercial Cleaning Of Northeastern PA

Concerned about your future? BE YOUR OWN BOSS Work Full or Part time. Accounts available NOW throughout Luzerne & Lackawanna counties. We guarantee $5,000 to $200,000 in annual billing. Investment Required. We’re ready – are you? For more info call 570-824-5774 Jan-Pro.com POPCORN/ CANDY/ICE CREAM SHOP Tunkhannock. Making over 25 flavors of popcorn. Ideal family business. Selling equipment supplies and inventory Turnkey operation. Full training. Unlimited potential $44,900. 570-650-2451

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

Cemetery Plots/Lots

MEMORIAL SHRINE CEMETERY 6 Plots Available

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

MEMORIAL SHRINE

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

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Appliances

DRYER G.E. & Maytag washer, very good condition, not in flood $200. for both 570-655-8322

Clothing

BOYS CLOTHING size 4 jacket 42.50 2 pair thinsulate gloves $2. each. Long sleeve Polo shirts 14-016, 2 a618, 1 18-20 $2.50 each buy 3 for $6. 2 XL men’s sweaters $3. each. 4 pair men’s jeans 32-32 and 30-32 $2.50 each. 474-6967 HALLOWEEN COSTUMES girl’s witch 6-8, girl’s hippie (10) $6. each. Men’s clown XL, men’s doctor XL $6.Men’s Jason Friday 13th mask & knife XL $8. Men’s blind referee XL, brand new $15. Michael Jackson hat, wig, glove etc, brand new $15. 570-696-4020 JACKETS & COATS, leather, sizes small to XL. men’s & women’s $15. each. 570-735-0289 SEMI/PROM dresses: metallic blue/ grey, Tea length bubble, strapless size 4 $10. Beautiful Sherri Hill short prom dress violet & pink, bow at waist. size 3/4 $20. Unique Tiffany prom Gown, terra cotta color beading, layered, lace, Vintage looking, size 12, $20. Short Gold, sequin bodice, full tulle sparkly bottom size 4, $10. Black short semi dress, sequins on top, flowy, beautiful, size 4. $ 15. Red short semi, pleated criss crossed top, flowy skirt, size 4 $15. Dance dresses sizes sm, med and large, $5 each 570-696-3528

Clothing

SKI CLOTHES LADIES blue Obermeyer jacket & pants size 8 $20., blue Phoenix jacket, medium $18., medium heavy polar fleece oliver green pants $10.. pink quilted vest, medium $10. MENS SKI CLOTHES, black North Face windbreaker, larger $18., New Phoenix red jacket $25. Schieller size 38 black stretch pants $25. 570-868-6168

Exercise Equipment

AB CIRCLE Good condition, only used a couple times $80. 570-762-5042

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Furnaces & Heaters

HEATER. Propane gas, with 30’ copper tubing. $100 or best offer. 570-287-9946

WOODBURNER 750 Taylor

outside, heats 4,000 sq. ft. Need more info call Karen. $5000. 570-675-4206

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Furniture & Accessories

BED FRAME metal adjusts to full size $25. 909-7621 BED full size complete, long dresser with mirror, very nice condition for child or teenager room, paid $1000. sell for $100. 570-542-4666 CHAIR, seatlift, beige, very good condition, $375. Leave message 570-690-3085 CHAIRS 2 medium blue wing back, Queen Ann style, $30 each. 570-824-3507

DINING ROOM SET:

Cherry dining room set by Broyhill, table with two leafs, china cabinet with glass shelves, 6 chairs $1250.00 (570) 655-4456

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SOFA 81” floral print Loveseat 62” floral print, 2 Wing chairs solid blue, Excellent condition. $1,000. for the set 570-287-3600 SOFA BED faux black leather, white upholstered chair, 9 x 12 black & white tweed carpet with two throw rugs, all good condition $50. 570-822 7903 SOFA gold stripe tone on tone with matching chair, never used, purchased @ Raymour Flanigan. Paid $1400. sell $500. 570-472-3038 SOFA, chair, hassock, excellent condition. Shades of green, off-white, gold, brown a 70’s flower pattern. $75 Two freezers, older, working condition, in use now. $25. 570-333-4199

752 Landscaping & Gardening CHIPPER/VAC/BLO WER Craftsman, Eager01 like new used 3 times. New $500. sell for $250. Craftsman 31cc/2 Cycle/210 MPH Gas powered blower/ vac works good. $25. 675-4635 FOUNTAIN Little girl & boy fountain, & pump. Tan, 38” H. Excellent condition, $90. 570-477-2604 FREE PLANTS EverBloom, strawberry plants, 3 to 4 crops a year. Call Bob Sr. 570-823-3030 9am to 9 pm LAWNMOWER electric with cord, used 3 months $95. 570-822-5623 LAWNMOWERS Craftsman self propelled 22” 6.75 hp, mulcher or rear discharge, just serviced, runs perfect $125. Craftsman 21” 6.5hp mulcher or bagger with bag, just serviced, runs & looks like new, not self propelled, easy to push $125. 570-283-9452

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FURNISH FOR LESS

* NELSON * * FURNITURE * * WAREHOUSE * Recliners from $299 Lift Chairs from $699 New and Used Living Room Dinettes, Bedroom 210 Division St Kingston Call 570-288-3607

FURNITURE SALE

Virginia House Oak Dining Room Set: Includes 1 hutch, 1 buffet, table with 2 leaves, 2 arm chairs, 6 side chairs. Excellent condition, $1,750. La-Z-Boy 3 seat, 2 end reclining sofa: with fabric guard. Light tweed fabric. Excellent condition. $350. 25” GE color tv with remote $100. Lexington Recollections Bedroom Set: Solid Oak, off white with brown tops. Includes: 2 twin bunk beds with guard and ladder. 9 drawer vanity dresser with mirror. 4 drawer chest bureau, 5 drawer lingerie chest, 2 drawer night stand, 4 drawer desk with hutch and chair. Twin beds can be set apart. Excellent condition. Asking $1,750 for all. Call 570-262-5028 FUTON queen size, oak $400. Roper electric dryer, $250. Dell all-in-one printer $50. 709-7076 JEWELRY armoire, solid cherry wood; 4’H; $50. Solid pine Sleigh Bed, matching 5 deep drawer chest of drawers Excellent condition, never used, $950. 570-212-0948 KITCHEN TABLE SET solid wood table with 4 matching chairs, rectangular table 3’ x 5’, light color wood, very nice set, very good condition. $95. 570-262-9162 STOVE: Gas Stove. $75. Call 570-824-2695

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Machinery & Equipment

SNOW BLOWER Craftsman, 2 years old, used 1 season, still new 7hp 26” cut, 5 speed forward, 2 speed reverse, electric start, large cleated tires, 4 way remote discharge snow chute. Just serviced ready for the winter $1,000 sell for $450. 570-417-7379 SNOW BLOWER new 21” single State Troy-Bilt electric start, new. $479. Sacrifice $299. 570-868-6168 SNOW BLOWER Toro self propelled, electric start 26” path, oil changed, new gas filter, spark plug. Runs great $250. 570-451-0313 or 878-2849. SNOW THROWER 5 hp, Craftsman, electric start, good condition. $150. 570-603-9597

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Medical Equipment

WALKERS (2) front wheels $20. Walker with seat, basket, hand brakes $100. BENCH for tub white, new $25. 570-824-6278

758 Miscellaneous COFFEE MAKER Keurig Platinum top model, barely used. Paid over $200. sell $100 570-852-9956 COKE COOLER 1950s fair condition $250 neg. Riding lawn tractor Poulan 13hp/38” cut runs good needs deck repair $250. American racing [4] aluminum 17” wheels 8 lug 3/4 ton off ‘05 Dodge truck with Toyo tires LT28575-r17’ good condition $450 call after 3pm 655-3197 GLASS DOOR. 4 way glass door for bath tub. $25 570-331-8183 GREEN HOUSE 60”H x 27 “Wx20 “D $20. Canning jars $2/case pint or quart. 570-331-0815

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FIELD SALES

Sales position opening for field salesperson in the Marcellus Shale play of north central Pennsylvania. This will be an outside sales position calling on drilling rigs. Applicant must possess strong communication skills, some computer skills and desire to grow with an up and coming oilfield Service Company. Competitive pay, benefits, 401K, and furnished vehicle. Applicant must have good driving record with valid driver’s license. Submit resume to humanresources@varelintl.com.

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AWD 4dr.................................................... 34,194 MB................C-Class ........... 4dr Sdn 3.0L Sport 4MATIC....................... 18,801 Toyota..........4Runner ......... 4WD 4dr V6 SR5 ....................................... 24,248 MB................C-Class ........... 4dr Sdn 3.0L Sport 4MATIC....................... 25,754 MB................C-Class ........... 4dr Sdn 3.0L Sport 4MATIC....................... 22,190 Lexus ...........GX 470 ........... 4WD 4dr .................................................... 45,026 Honda..........Odyssey ......... 5dr EX-L ..................................................... 14,410 Acura...........MDX ............... AWD 4dr.................................................... 28,828 Acura...........MDX ............... AWD 4dr.................................................... 31,783 InďŹ niti ..........FX35 ............... 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GARAGE SALE LEFTOVER ITEMS

SALAD SET New Pfaltzgraff 7 piece crystal Blossom design $18. New Lenox tablecloth & placemats blue Laurel Leaf pattern $45. Mahogany crib complete & changing table $40. Dinnerware set service for 8, includes matching coffee pot, coasters, companion pieces $60. 570-779-2162 HALLOWEEN COSTUMES: Supergirl jumpsuit with cape, belt, size 8-10, $4. Minnie Mouse dress with bow, headband, size 10-12, $8. Call 570-287-3056 HALLOWEEN ITEMS large box $25. 2 large boxes Christmas items indoor /outdoor $65. 570-909-7621 HOUSEHOLD goods all new items total of 66 valued at $427.10 asking $150 or best offer. 570823-3030 9am-9pm JVC CAR POWER amplifier, 65 watts per channel, brand new, never used model KS-3002. $30. 570-824-8493 LUGGAGE SET 3 piece, black & gray tweed, 1 large, 1 suit holder, carry on Givency $30. 570-824-6278

PALLETS. Approximately 150 wooden. FREE. 570-287-1114

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TELEVISION Daewood 14” color $25. 570-868-5886 TVS Sony 17” $75. Panasonic 17” $75. 570-824-2695

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Tools

BANDSAW Craftsman 10” direct drive $50. DRILLPRESS 1/2” chuck, 5 speed 1/4 hp $50. SCROLL SAW Ryobi 16” var. speed never used $70. TOOL STAND $25. 570-868-5886 POWER WASHER: Power Ease, 13 HP Honda motor multiple tips Serviced in early spring. $600. OBO. 570-905-1777 SCROLL SAW Craftsman $70. 7 1/4” circular saw, extra blades & gui9de $25. 5” Bench grinder $25. 570-909-7621

786 Toys & Games JOHN DEERE Children’s Gator HPX: new battery, motor, needs some work. $80. 570-333-0470 SHOPPING CART $5. 2 Little Tikes girls vanity one with chair, pink & white $15. each Washer & dryer playset $10. WWE Wrestling championship toy belts $10. each Teeter Totter, red plastic, seats up to 3 $15. 239-5292

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Stereo/TV/ Electronics

NINTENDO gamecube games new in wrapper Bomberman Jetters and A Series of Unfortunate Events $10 each 696-3528

796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise

NEED CASH?

We make house calls!

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

TEXTBOOKS Life As We Know It, ISBN 0743476867 Survival In Auschwitz ISBN 9780684826806 Writing a Research Paper ISBN 1877 653667. Great Traditions in Ethics ISBN 0534081304 All books $2.00 each 696-3528

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

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Office Equipment

COPIER/fax machine, Canon, unused toner cartridge, good condition $50. 735-0191 FAX MACHINE Intellifax, 200 paper capacity $50. Full size 3 drawer desk $90. 24 section file shelf $35. 824-2695

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776 Sporting Goods BIKE: boys 28” mountain bike $45. Students Computer Desk $15. White enamel day frame $25. 570-643-2046. FOOSEBALL TABLE electronic $100. Headboards & footboards, boys & girls $20. Sinks 1 tan & 2 white $20. each call 570-262-7923. NIKE DRIVER brand new, R-flex shaft $199. 822-5623 NORDIC TRACK, good condition $50. 570-735-0191 POP-UP Cloth paintball bunker/tentnew, red & black, $20. Bike, Next Brand, Wipeout, red, 20” $20.Plastic bike ramp set, new $50. Heelies, black, mens size 7& 10 good condition $20. 570-239-5292 SKIS—KILLINGTON SKIS, POLES AND BOOTS,$75.00 FIRM.MUST SELL (570)855-3113 WEIGHT BENCH weights included $40. 570-592-4448

KITTENS 3 free, 10 weeks old. 570-472-3446

SHIH-TZU MIX PUPPIES

Parents on premises Shots Current. $350 607-217-8303

900 REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

906 Homes for Sale

KINGSTON

PLAINS 18 ABBOTT ST two story, single

OPEN HOUSE

Sunday 12pm-5pm 46 Zerby Ave Lease with option to buy, completely remodeled, mint, turn key condition, 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, large closets, with hardwoods, carpet & tile floors, new kitchen and baths, gas heat, shed, large yard. $134,900 (30 year loan @ 4.5% with 5% down; $6,750 down, $684/month) 100% OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE Call Bob at 570-654-1490

288-8995

800 PETS & ANIMALS 810

Cats

KITTENS, FREE, loveable, friendly, cuddly. 299-7146

815

Dogs

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

BERWICK

FOR SALE BY OWNER 50% below Market Value. Fixer upper. Not in flood zone. 3 bedroom, 1 bath. Corner lot. $46,500. (570) 394-9537

DALLAS

Call 829-7130 Place your pet ad and provide us your email address This will create a seller account online and login information will be emailed to you from gadzoo.com “The World of Pets Unleashed” You can then use your account to enhance your online ad. Post up to 6 captioned photos of your pet Expand your text to include more information, include your contact information such as e-mail, address phone number and or website. DOG: FREE to a loving home! 9 year old terrier mix. House trained, great with kids, very friendly & playful 689-2309

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Apartments/ Unfurnished

BACK MOUNTAIN

Sunny, spacious 1 bedroom. Modern kitchen. Large dining room. Large living room. Private entrance. Off street parking. Nice views. Lawn privileges. Deep well water. No pets. No smoking. References please. $565, heat included. 570-477-5010

DALLAS

Large 3 bedroom 2nd floor. Off street parking. Call Joe 570-881-2517

4 ROOMS & BATH CALL 570-430-1660

LAFLIN

EDWARDSVILLE

OPEN HOUSE

210 Beechwood Dr Rare brick & vinyl tri-level featuring 8 rooms, 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, family room with fireplace, rear patio, sprinkler system, alarm system & central air. $204,900 CALL DONNA 570-613-9080

PITTSTON

Sunday 12pm-5pm Completely remodeled home with everything new. New kitchen, baths, bedrooms, tile floors, hardwoods, granite countertops, all new stainless steel appliances, refrigerator, stove, microwave, dishwasher, free standing shower, tub for two, huge deck, large yard, excellent neighborhood $154,900 (30 year loan @ 4.5% with 5% down; $7,750 down, $785/month) 100% OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE Call Bob at 570-654-1490

909 NEW CONSTRUCTION 2,400 sq feet $329,000 OPEN HOUSE SUNDAYS, 11-1

patrickdeats.com 570-696-1041

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

175 Oak Street 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, 1st floor laundry room, 3 season porch, fenced yard and off street parking. MLS#11-1974 PRICE REDUCED! $89,000 Call Patti 570-328-1752 Liberty Realty & Appraisal Services LLC

PITTSTON

DURYEA NOT IN FLOOD

ZONE 5 rooms. For sale by owner. 2 bedrooms and bath upstairs, 3 rooms and 1/2 bath downstairs, corner lot with small yard. $56,000 570-885-4913 570-885-3367

DURYEA

PRICE REDUCED! 314 Bennett Street Refashioned 3 or 4 bedroom, two full modern baths. Two story, 2300sf, with level yard with lovely new landscaping and 1 car garage. New EVERYTHING in this charming must see property. Custom blinds throughout the home. Great neighborhood with Park beyond the backyard. MLS# 11-3776 $174,900 Call Patti 570-328-1752 Liberty Realty & Appraisal Services LLC

92 Tompkins Street Totally remodeled 2-story; 7 rooms, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2-car garage, deck, rear fence. MLS# 11-2770 $108,000 CALL JOE OR DONNA 570-613-9080

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

PITTSTON TWP. STAUFFER POINT 42 Grandview Drive NEW PRICE

OPEN HOUSE Sunday 12pm-5pm

362 Susquehanna Ave

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

PITTSTON

Handyman Special Pine Street House, and/or separate corner lot property $10,000. each, or $15,000. for both. Call (215) 295-6951

P E N D I N G

better than new end unit condo, with 1st floor master bedroom and bath, Living room with gas fireplace, hardwood floors in living, dining room & kitchen, granite countertops and crown molding in kitchen, with separate eating area, lst floor laundry, heated sunroom with spectacular view, 2 additional bedrooms, full bath and loft on the 2nd floor, 2 car garage, gas heat and central air, priced to sell $274,500 MLS 11-2324 call Lu-Ann 602-9280

Income & Commercial Properties

PITTSTON Township Blvd.

Spacious, freshly painted, 2 bedrooms, 1 bath. Convenient location. Refrigerator and stove provided, washer/dryerhook-up, no pets, no smoking. $510/month. Call 570-357-3628

FORTY FORT

AMERICA REALTY RENTALS “ALL UNITS MANAGED”

Call for availability 1-2 bedrooms, all modern. • Employment/ Application Required • No Pets/ Smoking • Leases • Very Clean Standards 288-1422

MAKE AN OFFER! Ideal location between WilkesBarre & Scranton. Ample parking with room for additional spaces. Perfect for medical or professional offices. Contact agent to show. Asking $945,000 Contact Judy Rice 570-714-9230 MLS# 10-1110

912 Lots & Acreage

EXETER

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

EXETER of flood area.

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

FORTY FORT Newly renovated,

great neighborhood. 2nd floor. Non smoking. Oak floors, new carpet in master bedroom. new windows, 4 paddle fans, bath with shower. Stove & fridge, dishwasher. Off street parking, coin- op laundry. $600 + gas, electric & water. References required, no pets 570-779-4609 or 570-407-3991

KINGSTON

Available Nov. 1st, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, balcony off kitchen, refrigerator and stove provided, central air, newly painted, off-street parking, no pets. $600 month plus utilities, & 1 month security deposit. Call (570) 239-1010

HOUSING

Available Immediately

2222

KINGSTON

FARM LIQUIDATION

SALE!

October 29 & 30 7 ACRES - 900 feet of babbling brook $26,900, SALE $16,900 Woods, fields, views! Less than 3 hours from NYC! Huge discounts this weekend only! 888-793-7762 www.newyorkland andlakes.com

PITTSTON 19 Ziegler Road

Picture a sunrise over the mountain. Ready to build, residential lot. Secluded entrance road from Route 502. Priced to sell! Underground telephone and electric service in place. Make this the site of your future home. MLS#11-486 REDUCED!! $50,000 Ron Skrzysowski (570) 696-6551

915 Manufactured Homes

ASHLEY PARK

additional photos and information can be found on our web site, www. atlasrealtyinc.co m

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

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

LAUREL RUN ESTATES

We have mobile home sites for new and used single & double wides. LARGE WOODED LOTS

overlooking Wilkes-Barre Call 570-823-8499 CELL 570-241-1854

Apartments/ Unfurnished

941

Apartments/ Unfurnished

NANTICOKE 347 Hanover St.

VARIOUS LOCATIONS

PAWS ENHANCE YOUR PET CLASSIFIED AD ONLINE

WEST WYOMING 438 Tripp St

941

DURYEA

EXETER

TO CONSIDER....

family, 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, offstreet parking, eatin kitchen, dining room, office/study, living room, utility room, electric heat, Quiet neighborhood, not in the flood area, near school and cross valley. New roof, replacement windows, tile floor in the kitchen, hardwood floors in the bedrooms. Ceiling fans and Air units. Full basement. Large lot with driveway, covered patio with attached carport. Price includes appliances and some window treatments. $80,000 Call 570-592-2837

906 Homes for Sale

FREE PICKUP

Personal Electronics

HAM RADIO, Yausu FT-767-GX Transceiver with MD-1 desk mike, SP-767P speaker/phone patch. Like new, box & manual $700. 570-288-8362

GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPS!

Top Quality! 4 females, 1 male still available! West German Show line. Hips & Health Guaranteed. cbk9.com or 570-327-5541

Highest Prices Paid!!

UTILITY PUMP new $65. 570-822-5623 X-CARGO Car Top Carrier Sears, measures 51” x 38” x 22” tall. Very good condition. $50. 570-675-4635

Dogs

We Buy:

Gold & Gold coins, Silver, Platinum, old bills, Watches, Costume Jewelry, Diamonds, Gold Filled, Sterling Silver Flatware, Scrap Jewelry, Military items, old Tin & Iron Toys, Canadian coins & paper money, most foreign money (paper/coin). Visit our new location @ 134 Rt. 11, Larksville next to WOODY’S FIRE PLACE & PRO FIX.

SNOW TIRES, P225 /60R16, set of four, good tread, from Ford Freestar. $125. 570-594-4992

TOTE BAG. Maxx New York Signature bag with navy blue fabric & gold trim, excellent condition $8. 570-693-1072

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1 BEDROOM 2 BEDROOM 3 BEDROOM

WILKES-BARRE

2 BEDROOMS 1st & 2nd floor

WILKES-BARRE

2 BEDROOM Modern, near Mohegan Sun All Apartments Include: APPLIANCES MAINTENANCE SEWER FEES

Ask about our good credit discount!

570-899-3407 Tina Randazzo Property Mgr

NANTICOKE

2 bedroom, 1st floor. Large eat in kitchen, fridge, electric stove, large living room, w/w carpeting, master bedroom with custom built in furniture. Ample closet space. Front/back porches, off street parking, laundry room available. No dogs, smoking, water, sewer, garbage paid. $550/mo + gas, electric, security, lease, credit, background check. (570) 696-3596

To place your ad call...829-7130

PITTSTON

1 or 2 bedroom, wall to wall carpeting. Off street parking. Stove, fridge, porch, sewer, garbage. $440/ month. No Pets (570) 947-5113

1 bedroom, 1st floor, wall to wall carpet, eat-in kitchen with appliances, washer/ dryer hookup, porch & shared yard. $400/mo + utilities and security. New energy efficient gas furnace. Call 570-814-1356

PITTSTON 113 Vine St

3 bedrooms, off street parking, stove, fridge, washer/dryer, dishwasher supplied. Utilities by tenant. Available Nov-1. $650/month. Call (570) 883-2784

PITTSTON

2 apartments available. 2 bedrooms. All appliances included. All utilities paid; electricity by tenant. Everything brand new. Off street parking. $675-$750 + security & references. Call 570-969-9268

PITTSTON

Jenkins Township Newly renovated, four bedrooms, 2 full baths, dining and living rooms, kitchen, stove, washer/dryer hookup, off-street parking. Heat & water included. $875. per month + security deposit. Credit check and references. Cell 917-753-8192

PITTSTON

Modern 2 bedroom, 2nd floor. Includes appliances. Laundry hookup. Heated garage, off street parking. Heat, sewer, water & garbage included. $675/month + security & lease. No smoking/pets. 570-430-0123

PITTSTON

Out Of Flood. 4 room apt. Laundry room, enclosed porch, off street parking, newly painted. Heat, water & hot water included. $650/month. Security required. Call 570-954-7849

PITTSTON TWP

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

PITTSTONHUGHESTOWN Completely remod-

eled, modern 2 bedroom apt. Lots of closet space, with new tile floor and carpets. Includes stove, refrigerator, washer, dryer, gas heat, nice yard and neighborhood, no pets. $600/month $1000 deposit. 570-479-6722

PLAINS

15 & 17 E. Carey St Clean 2nd floor, modern 1 bedroom apartments. Stove, fridge, heat & hot water included. No pets. Off street parking. $490-$495 + security, 1 yr lease Call 570-822-6362 570-822-1862 Leave Message

PLYMOUTH Large 2 bedroom 1

bath, ground floor. $525/ month + security. Includes heat, water & sewer. Pets accepted at an additional fee. 310-431-6851

PLYMOUTH

Newly remodeled. 3 rooms & bath. Stove & fridge. Heat, hot water, electricity, garbage & sewer included. $535 + security. No pets. 1 year lease. Call 570-779-2258 after 12 noon

WEST PITTSTON

203 Delaware Ave. Out of flood zone. 4 rooms, no pets, no smoking, off street parking. Includes heat, water, sewer, fridge, stove, w/d. High security bldg. 1st floor $700, 2nd floor $600. 570-655-9711

WEST PITTSTON East Packer Avenue 2 bedroom Townhouse with full basement, 1 bath, off street parking. $625/mo + utilities. No Pets. 570-2831800 M-F, 570-3886422 all other times

WEST PITTSTON HIGH AND DRY

Spacious 1 bedroom apartment, 2nd floor. Recently renovated, gas heat, sewer & appliances included. Off street parking. Security. No pets. $500 + utilities. 570-586-0417

WEST WYOMING AVAILABLE NOW!! 2nd floor 1 bedroom, nice kitchen with appliances, $450 month plus utilities No animals. No smoking. Call 570-693-1000

944

Commercial Properties

PITTSTON COOPERS CO-OP

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

WILKES-BARRE

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

Call TODAY For AVAILABILITY!! www.mayflower crossing.com Certain Restrictions Apply*

947

Garages

WEST PITTSTON locking garages/

WILKES-BARRE

950

Half Doubles

AVOCA

3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, off-street parking, $600 per month, 1st month security deposit. Plus utilities. Call 570-457-2372 after 4:00 p.m.

EDWARDSVILLE

Available Nov. 1 3 bedroom. New carpet & paint. Fenced yard. Laundry room. A/C. $550 + utilities & security. No pets. Call 570-829-1768

Renovated apartment. Washer/dryer hook up. Off street parking. New furnace. Available November 1st. application process required. $500 per month + utilities & security. Call 570-714-1296

WILKES-BARRE

22 Terrace Street 2 bedroom, 3rd floor. Hardwood flooring. Appliances, heat, water, sewer & trash included. Pet friendly. $700 + electric & natural gas. 570-969-9268

WILKES-BARRE SOUTH SECURE BUILDINGS

1 & 2 bedroom apartments. Starting at $440 and up. References required. Section 8 ok. 570-332-5723

WYOMING

Corner of Wyoming Ave and 6th St. 2nd floor, 1 bedroom, non smoking apartment. Parking. Includes heat, water sewer & garbage. No pets. $650 + utilities & security. Available 12/1. Call 570-430-8000

944

Commercial Properties

Center City WB

HANOVER TWP. 2 BEDROOM

3 Oaklawn Ave. For lease, available immediately, 2 bedrooms, 1 bath room, stove provided, washer/dryer hookup, off-street parking, no pets, 1st floor duplex Newly remodeled and painted. Hardwood Floors. $600/per month, water and sewer paid, $570/ security deposit. Call (570)417-8874 after 10:00 a.m. for a private showing

KINGSTON

E. Bennett St. Charming 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath, convenient to Cross Valley. Stained glass window, original woodwork, laundry room off spacious kitchen, off-street parking, private yard, ample basement / attic storage. NO PETS. $600 + utilities, security & lease. Call 570-793-6294

WE HAVE SPACE!! Come see us

now- you’ll be surprised! Affordable modern office space available at the Luzerne Bank Building on Public Square. Rents include heat, central air, utilities, trash removal and nightly cleaning all without a sneaky CAM charge. Super fast internet available. Access parking at the new intermodal garage via our covered bridge. 300SF to 5000SF available. We can remodel to suit. Brokers protected. Call Jeff Pyros at 570-822-8577 for details. Center City WB

WECome HAVEsee SPACE!! us

OFFICE OR RETAIL LUZERNE

Out of flood plain. 2,200 SF. Near Cross Valley Highway. Loading dock. Newly painted. 570-288-6526

OFFICE SPACE

Bennett St. Luzerne 1100 to 1600 sq ft, 1st floor, off street parking. Call 570-283-3184

Half Doubles

WILKES-BARRE HEIGHTS 78 1/2 N. Sherman

Street Small 3 bedroom, eat in kitchen, wood floors, front porch, yard, off street parking, $495./per month, security deposit 7 utilities. Call (570) 814-1356

Looking for that special place called home? Classified will address Your needs. Open the door with classified!

953 Houses for Rent

5 storage units for rent. 8’x7’. $100/ month. Call 570-357-1138

GLEN LYON

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

950

NANTICOKE

3 bedroom. Washer dryer hookup. $600 + utilities. Call 570-954-7919

PITTSTON

38 Fulton St. Half Double. 2 bedrooms, living & dining rooms, 1 bathroom, newly remodeled, off-street parking, $625/per month, plus security deposit. 570-299-7103

PLAINS 2 bedroom. No

pets. References & security deposit $500/mos + utilities Call (570) 430-1308

PLYMOUTH Shawnee Ave.

3 bedrooms, back yard, basement. $550/mo. plus utilities and sewer. 570-332-5723

W. PITTSTON/ JENKINS TWP 2 bedroom 1/2 double. Tile kitchen & bath. Off street parking. $600 + utilities. 570-237-2076

WEST PITTSTON

2 bedroom. Off street parking. Maintenance free. No smoking. $625 +utilities, security & last month. 570-885-4206

796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise

DRUMS

SAND SPRINGS Golf Community 2400 sq. ft. Townhouse. Modern kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, 2 stall garage. 3 minutes to interstates 81 & 80. $1350 + utilities. Call 570-582-4575

DUPONT

316 Lackawanna Ave. Lease, with option to buy, available Nov. 1st. 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, refrigerator & stove provided, off-street parking. $565/per month. Call after 6pm 570-362-1160

LAFIN

TOWNHOUSE Conveniently located between WilkesBarre & Scranton. 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, living room, dining room, family room/office, finished basement. Includes all appliances & full size washer & dryer. Garbage, sewer, lawn maintenance, snow removal included in rent. Central air. New paint, carpet flooring throughout. 2 parking spaces & rear brick patio. No pets or smoking. Personal & credit references. $895 per month + utilities & 1 month security Call (570) 313-5316

NANTICOKE

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

SQUARE FOOT RE MANAGEMENT 866-873-0478

NANTICOKE

Hanover Section Small, recently renovated 3 bedroom, 1 bath home. Nice neighborhood. $650 + utilities & security Call Sharon 570-899-8034

SWOYERSVILLE

2 bedroom single home, large rooms, stove included. Washer dryer hookup, covered patio. $650 per mo + utilities & security. 570-650-2494

1000 SERVICE DIRECTORY 1024

Building & Remodeling

1st. Quality Construction Co.

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

Senior Citizens Discount! State Lic. # PA057320

570-299-7241 570-606-8438

1054

Concrete & Masonry

*** AFFORDABLE*** General Masonry & Concrete

NO JOB TOO BIG OR TOO SMALL! Masonry /Concrete Work. Licensed & insured. Free est. John 570-573-0018 Joe 570-579-8109

796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise

570-735-1487 WE PAY THE MOST IN CASH

BUYING 11am to 11pm

WAREHOUSE / COMMERCIAL 2,275 Sq. Ft. Build-

ing in Wilkes-Barre. Loading dock, plenty of parking. Call 570-814-8106

39 Prospect St • Nanticoke

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Auto., Air Conditioning, Advanced Trac with Electronic Stability Control, Power Mirrors, Side Curtains, AM/FM/CD, PDL, Tilt Wheel, Remote Keyless Entry with Keypad

Auto., Air, Advanced Trac w/Electronic Stability Control, PM, Side Curtains, AM/FM/CD, PDL, Tilt Wheel, Keyless Entry w/Keypad, SYNC, Sport Appearance Pkg., Rear Spoiler, Cruise Control, 15” Alum. Wheels, Winter Pkg., Heated Seats

Auto., AM/FM/CD, Anti-Theft Sys., Side Curtains Air Bags, 16” Steel Wheels, Tilt Wheel, Air, Instrument Cluster, Message Center, PL, PW, Keyless Entry, Pwr. Side Mirrors, Fog Lamps, MyKey

*Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 27 month lease 23,625 allowable miles. $0 due at delivery. All payments subject to credit approval by the primary lending source. Sale ends Sale ends 10/31/11.

SEL, Auto., AM/FM/CD, Anti-Theft Sys., Side Curtains Air Bags, 17” Alloy Wheels Premium Pkg., Tilt Wheel, Air, Instrument Cluster, Message Center, PL, PW, Keyless Entry w.Keypad, Pwr. Side Mirrors, Fog Lamps, MyKey, Convenience Pkg., Cruise Control, Perimeter Alarm, MyFord, SYNC, Sirius Satellite Radio, Rear Parking Aid Sensor,

Auto., AM/FM/CD, 16” Alum. Wheels, Tilt Wheel, PW, PDL, Safety Pkg., Side Impact Air Bags, 1st & 2nd Air Curtains, Anti-Theft Sys., Message Center, Cruise Control, Keyless Entry

Auto., AM/FM/CD, Alum. Wheels, Tilt Wheel, PW, PDL, Pwr. Seat, Safety Pkg., Side Impact Air Bags, 1st & 2nd Air Curtains, Anti-Theft Sys., Message Center, Keyless Entry,

All Wheel Drive, XLT, Safety Canopy, Side Impact Safety Pkg., Pwr. Driver’s Seat, Auto., PW, PDL, CD, Air, Fog Lamps, Privacy Glass, Roof Rack, 16” Alum. Wheels, Sirius Satellite Radio, Keyless Entry, Rear Cargo Convenience Pkg.,

All Wheel Drive, 3.5L Engine, MyFord Display, Rearview Camera, Dual Auto. Climate Control, Pwr. Mirrors, 17” Steel Wheels, CD, Keyless Entry, , MyKey, Cruise Control, PL, PW

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DRIVERS Local trucking company looking for

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1105 Floor Covering Installation

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1129 Gutter Repair & Cleaning

GUTTER 2 GO, INC.

Off on weekends. Home often. Earning potential $50,000 to $55,000 per year. Please call 570-270-5145 or Mail resume to:

PA#067136- Fully Licensed & Insured. We install custom seamless rain gutters & leaf protection systems. CALL US TODAY ABOUT OUR 10% OFF WHOLE HOUSE DISCOUNT! 570-561-2328

1183

Masonry

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47 Years Experience Creative. All types of masonry. Precast stone, pavers, stucco & general remodeling. Call 570-301-8200

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A.B.C. Professional Painting 36 Yrs Experience We Specialize In New Construction Residential Repaints Comm./Industrial All Insurance Claims Apartments Interior/Exterior Spray,Brush, Rolls WallpaperRemoval Cabinet Refinishing Drywall/Finishing Power Washing Deck Specialist Handy Man FREE ESTIMATES Larry Neer 570-606-9638

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906 Homes for Sale

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Well cared for & nicely kept. A place to call home! Complete w/2 car oversized garage, C/A, 1st fl laundry, eat-in kitchen. Convenient to shopping, West Pittston pool & ball fields. 11-583 JUDY 714-9230 Rt 11N (Wyoming Ave) bear L on Tunkannock Avenue near CVS. House on R.

Spacious 3BR, 2 bath in desireable location. Large fenced yard, 5 car garage. 5 minutes to turnpike & 81. Newer electric, sewers & deck. 11-3597 SHIRLEY 714-9272 Main St, Pittston, N to William St, R on Fulton, house on L.

Move-in condition (handicap accessible) 3BR, 2 bath home w/granite countertops, HW in DR & hall, extra large FR, whirlpool tub, C/A, 1 car garage. 11-2865 SHIRLEY 714-9272 Main St, Pittston, to Parsonage St, which becomes Foote Ave, go 3 miles.

UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP. No upgrades needed. Includes HW, tile baths, granite & stainless in kitchen. All units have open floor plans. 11-1697 MATT 714-9229 OR MARCIE 714-9267 Rte. 315 to Oak St. Oak St. to Pittston by-pass. L on bypass to end. L on Main. Insignia Courtyards is on the R.

3-4BR 2 story home w/large LR/DR, eat-in oak kitchen, 2 full baths, 1st floor FR, finished lower level, 2 car garage & fenced yard. 11-988 MATT 714-9229 Main Street, Old Forge, to Oak St, R onto Church Street, L on Tanya, R onto Donny.

Beautiful all brick stately home w/HW floors, 5BRs, spacious LR & DR, lovely screened in porch, inground pool, 2 car garage - all of this plus the home is on 2 lots! Make this house your home! PEG 714-9247 OR ANDY 714-9225 11-1654

Beautiful new 2story w/all the extras in a wonderful community! Large lot & many great features. Come & see! LISA 715-9335 10-2209

Beautiful stately home w/old world charm & all the modern amenities. Breathtaking inside w/ crown moldings, built-ins, wainscoting & so much more! PEG 714-9247 11-1446

Classic pre-depression 4-square in Garden Village. 4BRs, HW floors, Retro tiled kitchen & baths. Well maintained. JONATHAN 714-9241 11-2803

Modern redone 2-3BR home in a great neighborhood. LR, DR & kitchen w/pergo & renovated. Gas hot water baseboard heat. Large fenced in yard. ANDY 714-92252 11-2332

Nicely organized 3BR home. Remodeled bath w/whirlpool tub, DR w/patio doors leading to yard. CHRISTINA 714-9235 11-3058

3BR, 1.5 bath home that needs updating. LR, DR, gas heat & 2 car detached garage. ANDY 714-9225 11-3018

Terrific 4-5BR 6000SF home on 1.68acres; LR & DR; eat-in cherry Kit w/all appls; 1st flr FR w/FP; MBR Ste; 1st flr office; A/C; Rec rm; Pool; 3 garages. RAE 714-9234 11-3196

OAKWOOD PARK - Beautiful landscaping, great views surround this gracious all brick ranch. Great kitchen w/brkfst area, opens to heated FL rm. 2 FP’s. Frml LR & DR w/HW. Must see! TERRY D. 715-9317 10-4583

REDUCED! Beautiful Tudor home in excellent condition. 4BRs, 3 baths, newly updated with HW flrs, new appliances - Corian, new roof, decks, driveway, 2 car garage. SHIRLEY 714-9281 10-4093

Unique end unit 3BR Townhouse with many lovely updates nestled in a private setting. Minutes from the Casino & Interstates. MARIE 881-0103 11-3401

Tranquil & peaceful surroundings enhance this 2BR Townhouse w/many updates. Enjoy the private setting. Just minutes from Casino & Interstates. MARIE 881-0103 11-3233

Huge inside! Cathedral ceilings enhance this 4BR, 3 bath w/family room, A/C, garage, inground pool & more! JUDY 714-9230 11-3871

Top of the line everything in this gorgeous 4BR home. Great pool area w/huge deck. Over 4000SF. Stone & vinyl. A must see! TERRY E. 696-0843 11-3672

Great condition and very spacious. New carpet throughout. Pretty kitchen w/new counters, breakfast bar & lighting. New deck & large backyard. Not a drive-by! PAT S. 715-9337 11-1893

Stone & vinyl Bi-Level w/oak kitchen w/granite, hardwood, 2 gas fireplaces, Great yard w/ pool! AMIE 715-9333 11-882

Well maintained brick Ranch w/3BRs, 2 baths, bright modern kitchen w/all appliances, gas heat & C/A, attached 1 car garage & private yard. A must see! ROSEMARIE 714-5801 11-2830

3BR move-in condition Ranch. Sunken LR w/ HW floor, DR w/hardwood, eat-in oak kitchen w/Corian countertops, 2 baths, 2 car garage. MATT 714-9229 11-969

Neat as a pin! Don’t miss this 3BR, 2.5 bath home meticulously updated & completely move-in ready. Modern kitchen & baths & so much more! MIKE D. 714-9236 11-3706

Lovely 3BR home with large kitchen in a nice neighborhood. 1st floor laundry & bonus room on 2nd floor! MARY M. 714-9274 11-3825

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412 Autos for Sale

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

Free shop at home service!

570-499-3225

ROOFING

member Northeastern & Central PA

LET US HELP FIX WHAT IRENE AND LEE TOOK AWAY!! WE SPECIALIZE IN THE REPLACEMENT OF: • FURNACES & BOILERS • REGULAR & TANKLESS WATER HEATERS • ALL PLUMBING FIXTURES • BROKEN PIPES PA CONTRACTOR

PREFERRED CONTRACTOR SINCE 1976

SMITH & MILLER ROOFING, INC.

• Flat Roofs • Shingles • Siding • Replacement Windows Free Estimates - Licensed & Insured WORKMANSHIP GUARANTEED ROBERT SMITH, WEST PITTSTON

655-6710

HIC# PA-005521

LICENSE #PA003006

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MOVING

90 N. First Street Stroudsburg, PA 18360 800-600-3033

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PA018418

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HIC PA 026831

PLUMBING, HEATING & A/C

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LANDSCAPING

FLOORING

TRAVEL

POWER WASHING

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Power Wash & Landscaping Gutter Cleaning • Snow Removal Firewood & More

457-1840

Overnight Junket to Atlantic City’s Golden Nugget!

Tuesday, November 8 & 9

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

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