The Pittston Dispatch 05-01-2011

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See you Thursday night … and bring cash

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“What’ll you have to drink.”

I keep a stocked fridge in my office at the college and nothing tickles me more than giving a student a bottle of water or a can of soda and saving them a buck-and-a-half from the vending machine.

There’s always a dish of candy in the office, too, and a file drawer packed with packages of peanut butter crackers.

The candy dish often comes along to class with me. If nothing else, it’s a positive influence on attendance.

I like my job but as do many of you, I would imagine, I often dream about what else I could have done with my life. I would have made a good psychologist, I sometimes think. Or perhaps a philosopher. I’m sure I would have majored in that in college if I had any inkling of how to turn it into a paycheck. And then there’s the priesthood. Oh, what a priest I would have been … if, of course, I didn’t fancy the ladies so.

Then I come back to reality

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and inevitably say to myself, wait a minute, I teach at a community college, I’m all three of those things.

And a fourth, too, if you consider the fridge, the candy and the crackers.

In that sense, I’m a bartender.

And – you know what? – bartending is the one career I might have enjoyed better than any.

Well, like the would-be NASCAR driver who finally gets behind the wheel of a stock car, or the urban cowboy who finally climbs up on a horse, come Thursday night, I’m finally going to find myself behind a bar.

I’m one of a group of “celebrity” bartenders lined up to serve customers at Mr. Tony’s – that’s Tony Stella’s new martini bar – on the corner of Main and Union streets, in Wilkes-Barre.

I believe that used to be the Grog Shoppe back in the day.

The event is a fundraiser for the Association for the Blind.

I’m not sure of the particulars

but the way these things usually go, customers pay for their drinks and whatever tips the “celebrities” generate go to the cause. The hope is that the “celebrities” can entice their friends to show up and swell the coffers.

The organizers, in this case my friends Tom Robinson and Bobbi Steever, try to make it a competition to see who can bring in the most money. So, I suppose some of the others – the more competitive ones – have been on their phones or using their Facebook accounts to get the word out. I refuse to stoop to such measures.

Did I mention that I will be on duty from 8:30 to 9 p.m.?

Well, I will.

On Thursday, May 5.

Just sayin’.

One of the other celebrities you may recognize as a guy I’ve written about before. It’s Atty. Michael Ferrence. I once worked out an event at Lackawanna County Stadium where Mike got to throw out the first

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pitch at a Red Barons baseball game. That was pretty cool because Mike is blind.

I’m not sure how Mike is going to handle pouring drinks, but that night at the ballpark he put one right over the plate, so don’t underestimate him.

On the other hand, I, myself, must admit I’m a bit apprehensive about the whole thing. See, I don’t know how to pour any drinks other than wine or beer.

Mary Kay asked me if when I think about being a bartender I picture myself as Tom Cruise in the movie “Cocktail” juggling bottles of rum and vodka while groovin’ to the music.

Hardly. I told her I picture myself as Jackie Gleason doing his “Joe the Bartender” bit. I can still see him sticking his index finger in every glass of beer to keep it from foaming over the top.

I’m perfectly willing to provide that extra touch Thursday night, by the way. But only if you ask me. And only for big tippers.

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In his 1994 best-seller “Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil,” author John Berendt says this about the state of Georgia: If you go to Atlanta, Georgia, they’ll ask you: what do you do for a living?

If you go to Macon, Georgia, they’ll ask you: what church do you go to?

But if you go to Savannah, Georgia, they’ll ask you: what’ll you have to drink?

With two kids who graduated from the Savannah College of Art & Design, I can speak from experience that he’s absolutely correct on that last one. My wife and I have spent a lot of time in Savannah over the past ten years and we can attest that Savannahians epitomize “southern hospitality.” Indeed, Savannah’s nickname is “The Hostess City.”

All of this appealed to me not so much because I am a drinker but because I am a natural born host. I love making people comfortable. I love asking,

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Ed Ackerman, optimist

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City lists paving projects; one on James Street already completed

By Jack Smiles

Associate Editor

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• Wilson Street, Anderson Street and Fulton Street from Broad to William Street • Fear Street and Front Street from Broad Street to Alleyway • O’Connell Street from Broad Street to Tunnel Street • Part of Tunnel Street • Foundry Street and Church Street from Broad Street to William Street • Gazette Street • Kennedy Street • Spring Street and part of Spring Alley • Charles Street • Wharf Street from Market Street to Water Street • North Main Street to Tow Path Court

Milling work underway on Broad Street prior to new curbing and paving.

PHOTO BY JACK SMILES

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hen the heck are they going to pave the damn streets?

For a good chunk of Pittston the answer is this spring and summer. In fact work has already started. The American Water Company paved James Street from Curran Street to the Dead End. City manager Joe Moskovitz said the city feels the residents’ pain.

“City officials are very sensitive to the inconvenience the sewer project has had on all of our residents and especially our residents in the Broad Street corridor,” he said.

Right now Popple Construction, the city’s sewer project contractor, is finishing up the curbing along Broad Street and trench restoration on Broad should begin in the next week or so.

Popple has to permanently restore the trenches on Broad before the PennDOT contractor can do curb cuts and handicap ramps, Moskovitz explained.

Following the curb cuts and handicap work PennDOT’s contractor will mill and pave the roadway for curb to curb resurfacing on Broad.

That work should be done by mid to late August.

PennDOT had bid out the work for Broad before the city bid out the sewer project. City manager Joe Moskovitz said the City’s Sewer Committee, of which he is a member, and PennDOT coordinated well to ensure PennDOT put the paving work on hold until the sewer project was completed.

“The committee – Mayor Jason Klush, Councilman Joe Chernouskas and I – has met numerous times with the sewer and utility contractors and with the city’s engineer, Reilly Associates, to coordinate the ongoing infrastructure projects. The cost of street resurfacing this year is significantly increased due to fuel prices and the administration has worked closely in partnership with the utilities to pave

as many roads as possible in association with the infrastructure improvements throughout the town in an effort to utilize the City’s funds as cost effectively as possible,” Moskovitz said.

Other PennDOT paving projects in the city this summer are Main Street from Market Street to Charles Street and Mill Street from North Main Street to Radcliff Street, once the Mill sewer project is done.

The city expects to open bids at the June council meeting for work to reconstruct approximately 19 storm inlets, some in the Searle Street corridor and other scattered around the city, including on Kennedy Boulevard.

At that same meeting bids will be opened for curb to curb paving on Maple Lane from Canyon Drive to the dead end. These city projects are funded by Liquid Fuels grants.

Assuming the low bid is within the budget work should start on those projects in June and be finished by the end of July, Moskovitz said.

American Water projects also slated for this year are pave work on O’Connell Street from Market Street to James Street, Curran Street from Market to James Street, and the completion of the Mill Street sewer line.

The city has so-called H20 grant money from the Commonwealth Financing Authority to use for the following paving projects this year:

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Paving the way for a smoother ride

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Mary Sklanka, a 77year-old hughestown resident, fears that rain runoff from an old railroad sput near her property is going to do further damage. Left, a drain she dug and installed herself to try to alleviate the problem.

PHOTOS BY JACK SMILES

77-year-old widow battles rain runoff Hughestown woman fears further damage along old railroad spur

By Jack Smiles

Associate Editor

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M

ary Sklanka never wanted to be a ditch digger, but by necessity she turned into one during a heavy rain several years ago.

Sklanka, a 77-year-old widow who lives at a dead end at 40 Lower Reynolds Street in Hughestown, dug the ditch and installed a pipe at the end of it to divert water away from her yard, patio and cellar.

The water seeps through the bed of an old railroad spur that runs along her property line. The spur once served to deliver paper to SLC Graphics, now Kappa Graphics, a printing plant on Rock Street above Sklanka’s property. The likely source of the water which eventually ends up on her property is the Kappa parking lot.

The 10-inch pipe which drains the parking lot empties onto the old railroad bed. It’s supposed to flow along a ditch and eventually into the storm sewer system on Center Street, but during heavy rains it ponds on the other side of the track line above Mary’s property and seeps through the bed which was built on porous mine

Trees on Mary Sklanka's property topped followed recent heavy rains.

rock.

The visible water is only part of the problem. The bank of the track bed is eroding and the birch

trees growing out of it are hanging over Mary’s yard and garage at a severe angle. Two of the trees collapsed onto Mary’s yard this

week. A retaining wall made of ties and flat rock is also collapsing.

The old rail line is owned by

the Luzerne County Rail Corporation. The spur has been abandoned since at least 1996 when SLC closed.

Representatives of the Luzerne County Redevelopment office did inspect Mary’s property this week.

Margie Thomas, a redevelopment spokesperson, said the county will do some work on the property, but not on the retaining wall as it was built by Mary’s late husband.

“We’re going to send somebody up there to cut the trees,” she said.

“Be patient and we’ll get something done. If we determine the situation is really detrimental to her property we’ll repair it.

Will we repair the wall? Probably not.”

Mary’s neighbor Chris Balchune said after heavy rain like we had last week, water will run out of the pipe for five days. He said the situation is dangerous in the winter when the end of the street and Mary’s driveway are ice over.

Mary said she is most worried about the overhanging trees and would like to see them trimmed.

“I hope somebody helps me,” she said.

State Sen. John Yudichak accompanied local borough officials Thursday on a tour of areas in Exeter Borough that experienced extensive flooding damage in recent storms.

The administration’s budget proposal eliminates the $3.5 million previously allocated for flood control projects under the Department of Environmental Protection, Yudichak pointed out in a press release..

“During the budget hearings for the Department of Environmental Protection last month, I shared my concerns about the need to continue funding flood control projects to save taxpayers money,” Yudichak said.

“After touring the flood-ravaged areas of Exeter, it is even more apparent why communities need this funding restored.”

Yudichak said the Luzerne County Flood Protection Authority, and Exeter and West Wyoming boroughs have all contacted his office to voice their concerns about the potential loss of these funds. Yudichak said he plans to continue working with borough officials to find a solution to this long standing issue.

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Sen. Yudichak tours flood damage in Exeter Borough

Sen. John Yudichak, center, discusses flood damage in Exeter Thursday with, from left, Karen Swast, borough grant writer, and Exeter councilmen John Morgan and Tom Shannon.

CMC open house and awards ceremony on Tuesday

Dr. Harry Schmaltz

accented with large windows designed to provide patients with sweeping views of nearby Nay Aug Park.

Dr. Schmaltz is a West Pittston native.

A representative from HealthGrades, the nation’s leading in-

dependent healthcare ratings organization, will also be on hand for the awards ceremony portion of the event.

HealthGrades recently published a study finding that Community Medical Center is among the top 5 percent in the nation for Overall Orthopedic Services and among the top 10 percent in the nation for Spine Surgery.

Along with receiving the Orthopedic Surgery and Spine Surgery Excellence Awards in 2011, Community Medical Center achieved other notable HealthGrades recognitions and awards, including: ranked 3rd in Pennsylvania for Overall Orthopedic Services in 2011; ranked 7th in Pennsylvania for Spine Surgery in 2011.

CMC achieved 5-Star Ratings in the following areas: Overall Orthopedic Services (2 years in a row 2010-2011); Joint Replacement (3 years in a row 20092011); Total Knee Replacement

(3 years in a row 2009-2011); Hip Fracture Repair in 2011; Back &

Neck Surgery (9 years in a row 2006-2011).

Vote

Danny Argo

The Voice of the People Candidate For Pittston City Council on May 17 M y opponentvoted to increase sew erfees 230 percent. D anny A rgo Voted

NO

Since 2006,and asD irectorof Streetsand Pu b lic Im provem ents,I’ve u sed over

$1,000,000

in liqu id fu elsand com m u nity developm entm oniesto pave streets in neigh b orh oods.

There is m u ch m ore tha t rem a ins to be done a nd tha tw ill be m y top priority.

Th ank sto th e h u ndredsof people w h o attended th e Voice of th e People Rally on A pril 10.

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The NewSteps Joint Replacement Center and Spine Unit at Community Medical Center will celebrate the opening of its new 16-bed unit with a community open house and awards presentation on Tuesday, May 3.

The open house will begin at 4 p.m. with the awards ceremony and ribbon cutting slated for 5:30. Guests will be treated to tours of the new facility, testimonials from former NewSteps patients, information on CMC’s Rapid Recovery program and the chance to win free giveaways.

Light refreshments will be served.

The NewSteps Joint Replacement Center and Spine Unit, under the direction of Dr. Harry Schmaltz and located on the hospital’s fifth floor, includes all private rooms equipped with their own bathrooms and flat panel TVs. The unit’s $250,000 renovations also include a patient dining and family lounging area,

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Dance-a-thon raises funds for local veterans The Ladies Auxiliary of the Duryea VFW sponsored a dance-a-thon on April 16 to raise funds to assist local veterans wishing to participate in the 31st National Veterans Wheelchair Games in Pittsburgh in August.

Right, Duryea American Legion Post 585 Ladies Auxiliary, front row, from left: Rita Lewert, Sandy Domkowski, Joanne Friberg, Lorrie Slatky.

Back row, from left: Alice Resavy, Lois Turkos, Ann Edwards, Lindsay Balchune, and Tara Vols.

PHOTOS BY BILL TARUTIS

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Lois Turkos of Duryea, left, and Ron Zaykowski of Old Forge on the dance floor at the Duryea American Legion.

Sandra Domkowski, left, and Tara Vols, both of Duryea.

Brittany Bomber of Duryea, left, Carle Tests of Pittston, and event chair Lindsay Balchune of Duryea dance for the camera.

Lauren Wardrop, left, and Kristen Turkos dance at the Duryea American Legion.

Parents, athletes protest proposed cutting of summer recreation program

By Janine Ungvarsky

Times Leader Correspondent

A bit of positive news on the budget front led off a Wyoming Area School Board meeting that saw impassioned discussion on funding football and other sports.

Superintendent Ray Bernardi ended his report with an update on some additional savings totaling approximately $500,000 worked out since the board discussed the budget last month.

Bernardi, who sits on the board for the Northeast Pennsylvania Health Trust, said the trust has agreed to refund $230,000 to the district from its surplus.

Bernardi also announced an agreement with Enerwise Global Technologies for a program that could bring in an estimated $90,000 over the next three years. Under the program, the district would agree to shut down school buildings on days in the

summer when energy needs are and freezing support staff sala- ing the summer rec program, high, allowing the company to ries. He categorized the talks as which includes the weight trainbuy the kilowatt hours the school “cordial” and said the teacher ing all school athletes use for would normally use. This energy and staff representatives are conditioning, would be “disastrous” to the football program. would be used to offset shortag- working with him on the issue.

He proposed ines. Bernardi emphacreasing fees for sized the school shut- Bernardi said he is still in negotiations game attendance downs would only ocand/or charging for cur during summer with teachers and support staff about parking as ways to vacation when no stu- the possibility of reducing salary costs offset the approxidents are in the buildfurther by furloughing teachers for one mate $10,000 cost of ings. the weight program.

In addition, Ber- day and freezing support staff salaries.

The conditioning nardi said that while issue was part of a the district was anticilarger discussion on pating five teacher re“We are continuing to look the cost of sports in the cashtirements, a total of eight teachers have announced their intent and will continue to look for strapped district. Board member to retire. Bernardi said he will re- ways to cut until we pass the bud- Estelle Campenni, who stressed she sees sports as a valuable part view staffing and try to find a get,” Bernardi said.

The prospect of trimming the of the education process and the way to realize additional savings by not replacing any of those budget more by cutting the sum- school’s involvement with the mer recreation program brought community, raised concerns teachers.

Bernardi said he is still in ne- out more than two dozen parents about the number of coaches the gotiations with teachers and sup- and athletes from the football district hires for football. The board approved eight coaches at port staff about the possibility of team.

Football Association Presi- $3,605 each, a strength coach at reducing salary costs further by furloughing teachers for one day dent Dan Resciniti said eliminat- $11.39 per hour and three volun-

teers for the football program.

They also approved football supplies totaling $13,000 and reconditioning of football equipment at $49 per unit.

Several board members, including Sam Aritz and Dave Alberigi, spoke in defense of the number of coaches and their impact on the program and the kids, noting that the coaches spend countless hours reviewing film and preparing players for games, and that scholarships earned as a result of their efforts help parents and kids afford college costs.

Board President Nick DeAngelo noted that Wyoming Area is the only local district that does not offer its coaches additional compensation for playoffs.

Aritz and other board members thanked the football team and parents for bringing proactive suggestions for funding and assured them that they would continue investigating ways to fund the conditioning program.

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WA to get $230,000 refund from Health Trust

Former mayor Mike Lombardo joins Quad Three

Michael A. Lombardo

Mark Work

filiates and was involved in the development of numerous projects including Northampton & Main Revitalization Project, and the Barnes & Noble joint Kings/ Wilkes Bookstore.

He also has experience with industrial park development, business recruitment and retention, and staff development and reorganization. He was elected to serve as mayor of Pittston

from 1998 to 2005.

He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology and a Masters of Science degree in education/school psychology, both from Bucknell University, Lewisburg, where he also earned his secondary principal certificate in 1999.

A civil engineer, Work has over 30 years utility experience in both natural gas and water dis-

tribution engineering and operations. He most recently held the position of area manager of Engineering for UGI Penn Natural Gas, Inc., and previously served as manager of Design and Construction Engineering for its predecessors, PG Energy, Inc. and Pennsylvania Gas and Water Company. Work oversaw the engineering and operations of the natural gas distribution systems in 13 counties throughout northeastern and central Pennsylvania. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering from the Pennsylvania State University.

“The addition of Michael Lombardo to our organization will permit Quad Three to further its pursuits of our core markets, such as k-12 and higher education, municipal, land development and utilities,” reports chairman and CEO Brent L. Berger. Lombardo will be responsible for leading the firmwide business development efforts. “Mike’s diverse background and experience in educa-

tion, municipal leadership, economic development and intergovernmental coordination will allow us to keep with our 44year history of successful collaboration with clients and colleagues. He is a highly respected member of both the public and private sectors where he has been an active participant on numerous boards and committees.”

Berger adds, “Mark Work brings over thirty years of experience serving some of the largest utility companies in Pennsylvania. His expansive knowledge of the industry and long standing reputation within the utilities community are key to the future success of our Land Development and Utility practice.”

Quad Three is an award-winning design firm currently performing work throughout the northeastern and mid-Atlantic region. The company offers a full range of architectural, engineering and environmental science services from offices in Wilkes-Barre, Scranton and Pittsburgh.

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Quad Three Group, Inc., a full-service architectural, engineering and environmental services firm, has named Michael A. Lombardo, Pittston, as director of Business Development, and Mark Work, Jefferson Twp., as senior utility engineer of the Land Planning and Utilities Division.

As the former director of the Pennsylvania Governor’s Northeast Office, Lombardo was responsible for constituent and municipal services in the fifteen counties of northeastern Pennsylvania, including dispute resolution and mediation, funding, granting and development assistance, problem solving and technical assistance for interagency projects, and promoting economic development opportunities.

He previously served as the interim president and chief operating officer of the Greater Wilkes-Barre Chamber of Business and Industry, where he coordinated senior management of each of the organizations four af-

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LOCAL CHATTER

Gabby Thomas inducted in King’s Kappa Delta Pi

West Pittston resident Gabby Thomas, a sophomore at King’s College, was recently inducted into Kappa Delta Pi, a national education honor society. Thomas is one of 48 King’s students inducted into the honor society.

To qualify a student must have at least a 3.4 grade-point-average (4.0 scale), be pursuing a career in education, and “must carry themselves in a professional and respectable manner that will reflect well on their honor society’s behalf ”.

Thomas is an elementary education major at King’s. She is an Orientation Assistant, President of the College’s Education Club, and works in the Registrar’s Office. Thomas also works in the Child Care Department of the Greater Pittston YMCA and tutors at Dan Flood Elementary School.

She is the daughter of Charles and Mary Thomas.

Happy BirthdayHappy birthday wishes go to Justin Dougherty of West Pittston will celebrate on May 1.

John Vercerkauskas of Pittston will celebrate on May 3.

Mary Grace Pupa of Hughestown will celebrate on May 7.

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New ArrivalA son was born to Cara and Jim Serino of Pittston on April 16, 2011 at the Nesbit Women’s and Children’s Center at WilkesBarre General Hospital.

Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center announces newborns for the days of April 11 – April 22.

Charlene Giarratano and Christopher Taylor of Pittston welcomed a baby boy on March 11.

Jennifer and Jeffrey Haddick of Dupont welcomed a baby boy on March 12.

Nichole and Joseph Nardone of West Pittston welcomed a baby girl on March 13.

Amanda Locascio and David Vitale of West Wyoming welcomed a baby girl on March 16.

Noreen and Shawn Atkinson of Wyoming welcomed a baby girl on March 18.

Brooke and Cory Mizenko

Ida Bartoli 95 years young Ida Bartoli will celebrate her 95th birthday on Thursday, May 5. Ida is a lifelong resident of Greater Pittston where she worked at Lee Manufacturing and was a member of the IGWU. She is a member of St. Rocco’s Church in Pittston.

Ida’s husband Anthony Bartoli passed away in 1997. Ida is the proud mother and motherin-law of Louis Bartoli and his wife Cindy of California and Rose Ferentino-Grimes and her husband Charles of Pittston. Ida has six grandchildren Gina Binhimaid and Patricia Bartoli of California, Maurice Ferentino and his wife Ann of Pittsburgh, Jude Ferentino and his wife Lori, Jason Ferentino and his wife Tiffany, and Jarrett J. Ferentino and his wife Nicole, all of Pittston. Ida has been blessed with eight great-grandchildren Sara and Ryan Binhimaid and Anthony, Marah, Dominick, Paulie, Michael, and baby Jude Ferentino.

Ida resides at the Anderson Personal Care Home at Wesley Village. A birthday celebration will be held in her honor with all of her children and grandchildren. Ida loves spending time with her family and shopping.

of Pittston welcomed a baby girl on March 22.

AwardsOver 200 students received academic honors and scholarship awards at Lock Haven University’s annual Gerald R. Robinson Academic Honors and Foundation Awards Convocation. The ceremony took place on Sunday, April 17 in Price Performance Center.

The convocation is a highlight of the academic year.

Christopher R. Robson, Doctor of Physical Therapy and Physical Therapist for Drayer Physical Therapy Institute in Hershey, delivered the 2011 Gerald R. Robinson Distinguished Lecture. Robson is a 2007 graduate of Lock Haven University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Health Science.

In his remarks, Robson congratulated the students and urged them to "do something great" with their lives. He ad-

vised them to do something they enjoy and will always be passionate about, to be proactive, and always to be mindful of where they want to end up.

"Take what you’ve accomplished," he said, "and use it as a stepping stone to greater things."

The following area students were recognized in the awards ceremony: Cassandra Shannon of Pittston received the Dr. Adrians & Marta Ozolins Memorial Scholarship.

Josh Martin of Avoca received the Computer Science/ Computer Information Science Scholarship.

Nathan Zondlo of Avoca received the Dr. George R. Colfer Most Improved Lineman Award.

Named in honor of the former vice president for academic affairs and distinguished educator, the Gerald R. Robinson Distinguished Lecture brings out-

standing scholars and business leaders to campus annually for the spring Academic Honors and Foundation Awards Convocation. Dr. Robinson, for whom Robinson Learning Center is named, was associated with Lock Haven University for 22 years.

Craft and Flea MarketDallas Eastern Star Building Association will hold it’s Craft and Flea Market Inside and Outside, 15 Foster Street, Dallas.

(Behind CVS Drugstore) on Saturday, May 7 from 9 to 3 p.m.

Eastern Star members will be serving lunch. Come out and do some shopping and enjoy lunch with a friend. They will be selling Welsh cookies which freeze well. For vendor information, call Dianne Corby 675-4893.

Music of GermanyRichard Wagner of Germany, Edvard Grieg of Norway, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky of Russia:

each of these great composers wrote music that expressed the nature of their native countries and remains as popular today as when it was first performed.

The Wyoming Seminary Civic Orchestra, under the direction of Yoon Jae Lee, will present spring concerts featuring favorite works of Wagner, Grieg and Tchaikovsky on Sunday, May 8 in the Great Hall of Wyoming Seminary, 228 Wyoming Avenue, Kingston, and on Tuesday, May 10, at the Covenant Presbyterian Church, 550 Madison Ave., Scranton. The concerts will begin at 8:00 p.m. and are free and open to the public.

The performance will include the Rienzi Overture by Wagner, the Peer Gynt Suite no. 1 by Grieg and the Symphony no. 5 in E minor, op. 64 by Tchaikovsky.

The Rienzi Overture comes from an early opera by Wagner and is considered to be one of the composer’s first real successes. It is named for the main character in the opera, a medieval Italian populist who defended the people from the oppression of the nobility in ancient Rome but who was later defeated by the people.

The Peer Gynt Suite, written as incidental music for the Henrik Ibsen play of the same name, includes several famous and recognizable melodies such as "Morning Mood" and "In the Hall of the Mountain King."

Tchaikovsky’s fifth symphony explores the theme of ultimate victory through strife. The second movement includes a horn solo that is one of the most loved and recognized passages in all of classical music.

The Civic Orchestra, now in its 11th year, is composed of area professional musicians, talented amateur musicians and students and faculty members from local colleges and high schools.

These concerts are part of the 2010-11 Wyoming Seminary Performing Arts Series. For more information call the Sem Communications Office at 2702190.

Annual Chamber dinner meeting set May 11 at St. Anthony’s Center Ed Ackerman is a full-time faculty member in the of Journalism and Media Writing department at Luzerne County Community College. He also serves as editor of The Sunday Dispatch.

Ackerman has taught at LCCC for the past 20 years and has received the National Excellence in Education Award presented by NISOD (the National

Institute of Staff and Organizational Development) at the University of Texas at Austin. He is listed in Who’s Who Among American College Professors.

Ackerman began his career as a sports writer for the Sunday Dispatch at the age of 17, and in one way or another, has been affiliated with the paper for the past 44 years. His column “Ed Ackerman, optimist” has won a

Bartikowski to be honored by JA For reservations, advertising or sponsorship information, call (570) 602-3600 or email bvitcosky@janepa.org.

Junior Achievement is a notfor-profit organization that relies on volunteer and financial support from the community in order to teach local students about

work readiness, entrepreneurship and financial literacy.

For more than 40 years, Junior Achievement has been helping young people in Northeastern Pennsylvania prepare for the real world and inspiring them to achieve their dreams.

Ed Ackerman

please contact the Chamber office at 655-1424.

Democrats & Republicans On May 17th Elect

Larry Dellegrotto Exeter Borough Council “A New Voice” 27 Years Business Experience Graduate of Penn State University Completed Three Municipal Government Courses Open, Honest & Transparent Government

I would consider it a privilege to be given the opportunity to serve the residents of Exeter Borough.

Learn more about the candidate at

www.LarryForCouncil.net Fred Mecadon

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Max Bartikowsky, President and CEO of Bartikowsky Jewelers of Wilkes-Barre, will be honored May 25 at Junior Achievement of Northeastern Pennsylvania’s (JA) 24th Annual Business Hall of Fame Awards Dinner.

Born and raised in WilkesBarre, Bartikowsky was the impish inspiration for cartoonist Ham Fisher’s “Little Max.” A graduate of Wyoming Seminary, he attended the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School and Wilkes College.

He served in the U.S. Navy from 1951through 1955. After completing the Gemological Institute of America’s Diamond Grading class, he took an active role as the third generation running the Bartikowsky family jewelry business.

Bartikowsky is actively engaged in a number of community programs and for many years has supported countless charitable and civic organizations.

In addition to Bartikowsky, JA will also honor Earl C. Berger of Berger Family Dealerships and Carol Mueller, McDonald’s franchise co-owner.

Junior Achievement’s 24th Annual Business Hall of Fame Awards Dinner will be held on Wednesday, May 25, at the Woodland’s Inn & Resort in Wilkes-Barre.

JA’s 24th Annual Business Hall of Fame will be presented

by Chesapeake Energy Corporation.

Funds raised through the JA Business Hall of Fame support Junior Achievement’s vibrant and critical programs through out the local community.

First Place Keystone Award presented by the Pennsylvania Newspaper Publishers Association.

He was the valedictorian of the first graduating class of Pittston Area High School in 1967, received a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Wilkes-University and is a graduate of Leadership Wilkes-Barre.

He has two children: Greta 27 and Michael 24. Both are graduates of Savannah College of Art and Design in Savannah, Georgia, and both work for the advertising agency Crispin Porter + Bogusky in Boulder, Colorado.

Ackerman resides in Pittston with his wife Mary Kay, an operating room nurse.

Invitations are in the mail to all members and friends of the Chamber.

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Charles A. Adonizio III, President of the Greater Pittston Chamber of Commerce, announced today that Ed Ackerman will act as toastmaster of the 91st Anniversary Dinner Meeting. The affair will be held on Wednesday, May 11, at St. Anthony’s Parish Center, Exeter with cocktail hour and open bar at 5:30 p.m. and cabaret style event at 6:15 p.m.

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Penny auction today at St. Peter’s Lutheran St. Peter’s Lutheran Church Annual Sunday School Penny Auction, will be held at the church on Rock Street, Hughestown, at 2 p.m. today, May 1.

Sunday school teachers organize the auction. Several theme baskets will be featured along with other items.

The auction is open to the public. Refreshments will be served.

Admission is $2.

LAITY OF THE OBLATES The Josephite-Marellian Laity of the Oblates of St. Joseph will hold their regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Wednesday, May 4, at the Oblates of St. Joseph Seminary, Route 315 in Pittston. The meeting will follow the 7 p.m. mass and novena prayers to St. Joseph and St. Joseph Marello.

The laity welcomes anyone who would like to support the local Oblate priests in their spiritual and apostolic work.

CASINO TRIP St Joseph’s Senior Social Club is having a bus trip to Hollywood Casino on Monday, May 9.

There are still a few seats available. Cost is $23.00 with a $25.00 rebate and $5.00 off the buffet. One lucky rider on the bus will win $100.00 On Friday June 24, the club will travel to Hunterdon Hills Playhouse for a full course sit down luncheon and a Branson style show. There will be a stop at the Clinton Mall. Cost $85.00 .

Thursday July 21, is the annual picnic at the Checkerboard Inn in Dallas. There will be a full menu. Cost is $17.00 Saturday August 27, is the Spirit of Philadelphia, cruise, show and dinner. There will be a stop at Mt. Airy casino with a $35.00 coin rebate.

All trips open to the public. For info call Theresa 654-2967

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SAN CATALDO The San Cataldo Mutual Aid Society of Pittston will hold their monthly meeting on the second Sunday of every month at 10:30 a.m. at the Society, 111 S. Main

Unique concert tonight in W. Pittston The First United Presbyterian Church of West Pittston invites the public to a concert by Bill Carter and the Presbybop Quartet tonight, May 1, at 7 p.m. in the church sanctuary at 115 Exeter Avenue, West Pittston. The group will debut their latest CD release “Interior Window”.

A Meet the Artist reception will be held following the concerts.

Admission is free. A free will offering will be received to benefit the Food Pantries of First United Methodist church and the Salvation Ar-

Street, Pittston. This month’s meeting will be held May 8.

ROAST BEEF DINNER The Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, West Pittston, will hold a roast beef dinner on Saturday, May 7, from 5 to 7 p.m.

Take-outs from 4:30 to 5 p.m.

Tickets are $9 for adults and $5 for children five and under.

MAY BREAKFAST The Confraternity of Catholic Women of Holy Trinity Parish, Swoyersville will hold their annual May Breakfast on Sunday, May 15, in the school cafeteria.

Reservations can be made by calling Christal at 288-4660 or Fran at 288-1708. Deadline for reservations is May 8.

The members are asked to assemble in the church hall by 8:15 a.m. to attend the 8:30 a.m.

Mass. After Mass, the women will proceed to the school cafeteria where breakfast will be prepared and served by the parish’s Holy Name Society members.

Crowning of the Blessed Mother statue by a chosen member will take place at the breakfast.

An invitation is extended to all women of the parish, friends and family members of the Confraternity and especially those friends of the Confraternity who helped in any way during the recent spring rummage sale. Donated door prizes will be accepted the morning of the breakfast.

my Citadel, both of West Pittston and the Care and Concern Free Health Clinic, Pittston.

The Presbybop Quartet is one of the cultural treasures of Northeastern Pennsylvania. Comprised of international stars and regional favorites, this group has delighted audiences across America with new outlooks on traditional jazz and religious themes.

For more information contact the church at 654-8121 or www.presbywp.org or Presbybop at www.presbybop.com.

Women who wish to join the organization or wish to be reinstated are asked to contact Madeleine Barush or any officer of the Confraternity. Dues for 2011 will be accepted the morning of the breakfast. Membership status is being updated.

Father William J. Karle, pastor, is spiritual moderator of the group.

MEMORIAL DINNER A memorial dinner in honor of the late Rev. Daniel D. Hitchko will be held at St. Cecilia’s Church, 1700 Wyoming Avenue, Exeter, in the church hall on Sunday, May 22, at 1 p.m. The day includes a Musical Concert with Spiritual Interludes by special guest Reverend Ed Bucheit, Passionist Priest from St. Ann’s Monastery, Scranton, and Catholic TV. Ticket cost is $20.

For reservations and tickets please call 654-2049, 693-1091 or 654-2133 and please leave a message. The event is sponsored

by St Cecilia’s Altar and Rosary Women’s Society. All are welcome.

BOOK SALE A Spring Flea Market and Book Sale will be held Saturday, May 14, 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. and Sunday, May 15, 9:00 a.m.noon at St. Maria Goretti Banquet Hall, Laflin Road, Laflin.

Free admission, plenty of parking directly in front of the handicapped accessible hall.

Books are 25-50 cents each.

Sunday everything will be half price.

BUS TRIP A fall Doo Wop Cavalcade Bus Trip to American Music Theater in Lancaster is planned for Saturday, September 24, at 2 p.m. Reservations must be made

by Wednesday, June 1.

There will be a stop for the famous Smorgasbord Dinner at Shady Maple following show.

Bus leaves Pittston Plaza promptly at 10:30 a.m. Cost is $94 which includes bus seat, show ticket, dinner, bus driver tip, all taxes and tips. A $50 deposit is required when making reservation and balance is due by August 1.

For additional information or to make a reservation call 6031915; leave a message if no answer.

Trip is being sponsored by the United Methodist Church Pittston.

GOLF CLASSIC The Holy Redeemer School System “Golf Classic” will be held Monday, May 16, at Blue Ridge Golf Course, Mountaintop. Proceeds benefit Diocesan Catholic Schools of Luzerne County. Captain and Crew format, with lunch at 11 a.m. and shot-gun start at noon, followed by reception and awards dinner.

Golfer fee is $100.

For complete golfer and sponsorship information, call the

Diocese Development Office at 570-207-2250 or visit www.DioceseofScranton.org , “Catholic schools.”

DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY All invited to the Oblates of St. Joseph Seminary Highway 315 on May 1 at 2 p.m. to celebrate Divine Mercy Sunday and the beatification of the Mercy Pope, John Paul II. The principal celebrant will be Reverend Paul McDonnell, OSJ, Seminary Rector.

Itinerary includes Sacrament of Reconciliation from 1 to 1:45 p.m. followed by Celebration of the Eucharist. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament will follow at 3 p.m. The Chaplet of Divine Mercy in song, Marian Devotions, Rosary, special homage to Blessed John Paul II, Benediction and concluding with the individual veneration of the 1st Class Relic of St. Faustina.

Prior to the services, Cathy Mack, Coordinator and Cenacle Leader for the Eucharistic Apostles of Divine Mercy will speak on John Paul II’s Encyclical letter The Mercy of God and excerpts from St. Faustina’s Diary of Divine Mercy in my Soul.

BUS TRIP The Women’s Unit of the First United Methodist church of West Pittston is sponsoring a bus trip on Wednesday, May 18 to the Sight and Sound Millennium Theatre in Lancaster to see “Joseph.” Total cost of the trip which includes seat on the bus, ticket to theatre and dinner at Shady Maple for their smorgasbord is $100.

For further information, please contact Doris Dushok at 654-2689 BENNETT PRESBYTERIAN 501 Bennett Street, Luzerne Everyone is welcome. The church is handicap accessible.

Further information may be obtained by calling the church 288-7361 See FAITH, Page 11

Father Daniel Schwebs, OSJ will be celebrating his 25th anniversary of ordination to the priesthood on Sunday, May 22, with a Mass of Thanksgiving at 2 p.m. in St. Rocco’s Church, Pittston. Reception will immediately follow in St. Anthony’s Parish Center, Exeter.

Father Dan was born in Detroit, Michigan, the only child of Clarence and Lillian Schwebs.

He entered the Oblates of St. Jo-

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seph Seminary in August of 1978 and completed his pre-theological studies at King’s College and was accepted into the novitiate.

After completing his theological studies in Rome, he professed his perpetual vows in August of 1985 and was ordained a deacon later that year. Father Dan was ordained into the priesthood on May 24, 1986, by The Most Rev. James C. Timlin,

then-Bishop of Scranton in St. Anthony of Padua Church, Exeter.

Following his ordination, Father Dan resided at the Oblates of St. Joseph Seminary, Laflin, and served briefly as vocation director. From 1987 to 1990 he served as assistant pastor of St. Rocco’s Church, Pittston.

From 1990 to 2001 he served St. Sebastian’s Church, Middletown, CT, first as assistant pastor

As our parish bazaar is only about six week away, the bazaar meeting this week is an important one. Everyone is invited on Wednesday, May 27, at 7:00 p.m., at Holy Redeemer Church.

Security, grounds set up, equipment, tents, foods, games, entertainment, raffle, donations, so on and so on will be discussed.

The Corpus Christi Youth Choir will be singing the national anthem at SWB Yankee Stadium in Moosic on Sunday, July 24, for the 1:05 p.m. game, SWB Yankees vs. Syracuse Chiefs. It is also “Kids Run Day.” Following the game all children 12 and under are invited to run the bases.

To reserve your seat, please take a form (found in the vesti-

bules of the churches) fill it out and return it to the rectory. All children are welcome to join the Youth Choir, just fill out a registration form (found in the vestibules of the churches).

The dates for First Eucharist practice have been changed.

Practice will be held on Monday, May 2, from 6-8 p.m. and Friday, May 6 from 6-7 p.m. in IC Church. The Sacrament of First Eucharist will be celebrated on Saturday, May 7, at 10:00 a.m. in IC Church.

Altar & Rosary Mother/ Daughter Breakfast will be held on Sunday, May 15, following the 7:30 a.m. Mass in ICC hall.

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and then as pastor. From 20012006 he served as pastor of St. Anthony’s of Padua Parish Community; 2006-2010, pastor of St. Rocco’s Church with a brief tenure also as administrator of Mt. Carmel Parish, Pittston.

He currently serves as Vice Rector of the Oblates of St. Joseph Seminary.

The reception is open to the public.

No tickets are required but reservations will be welcomed by contacting any of the Oblate staffed parishes of the Greater Pittston Area, St. Rocco’s Church, 654-2914; Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, 654-6902; or St. Anthony of Padua Church, 6542103.

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Parish website is www.corpuschristinepa.com 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 immediately following service.

Wed. 7:15 PM. Bible Study: The Tabernacle For more information, please contact the church at 654-0283.

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL UCC 500 Luzerne Avenue West Pittston Pastor: the Rev. Wayne Shontz, Jr. Sanctuary is handicapped accessible.

Sunday, 11:00 a.m. Worship Service with Holy Communion.

Our Spring Roast Beef Dinner will be held on Saturday, May 14.

For tickets call Jean Williamsat 654-0588.

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FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 14 Broad Street Pittston Sunday Worship 9:15 a.m. with Rev. William N. Lukesh.

All are welcomed FIRST UNITED PRESBYTERIAN West Pittston The Session of the First United Presbyterian Church of West Pittston announces the following schedule: Sunday, May1- 9:30 a.m. Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. Worship, 11:40 a.m. Choir rehearsal 7 p.m.

Rehearsal. Bill Carter and the Presbybob Quartet Concert Monday, May 2- 8 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous Big Book meets in kitchen Tuesday, May 3 - 7 p.m. Trustees Wednesday, May 4 - Noon, 7 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous Saturday, May 7 -10:30 a.m.

Overeaters Anonymous.

The First United Presbyterian Church is located at the corner of Exeter Avenue and Warren Street. The Sanctuary is hand-

icapped accessible and child care is available during Worship 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.

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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.

Traditional High Mass, 9:30 a.m. First Holy Communion Class Daily Mass: 9:00 a.m. Monday thru Saturday, 9:30 Saturday, May 7, Confirmation Class Mothers Day Breakfast will be held on May 8, following the 8:00 a.m. Mass. Please note that on this day we will only have one Mass. The breakfast will be sponsored by the Men’s Society, YMS of R. May Devotions will begin on Wednesday, May 4,7:00 p.m. and will be celebrated on every Wednesday for the whole month of May. First Holy Communion will be celebrated on May 15, at 10:00 a.m. Mass. Please note this Sunday there will not be a 10:30 Mass.

handicap accessible and Sunday School/Nursery is provided for young children during worship.

The Langcliffe Church is pleased to continue with our care packages for soldiers. To date over 40 packages have been sent to our soldiers serving our country overseas.

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.

Mass and devotions for the Feast of Divine Mercy will be held this afternoon in the seminary chapel starting with confessions at 1:00 p.m., followed by a solemn Mass at 1:45 p.m. and then Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, praying the Divine Mercy Chaplet and Holy Rosary, concluding with Benediction.

There will also be a special tribute to Blessed Pope John Paul II on the day of his Beatification in Rome. Rev. Paul A. McDonnell, OSJ, seminary rector, will serve as principal celebrant of the Mass and afternoon devotions.

All are welcome to participate.

Monthly meeting for the Josephite-Marellian Laity members will be held this Wednesday, May 4, following the 7:00 p.m.

Mass/Novena to St. Joseph.

Plans will be made for the upcoming Triduum & Feast of St. Joseph Marello (May 27-30), Founder of the Congregation of the Oblates of St. Joseph. New members are always welcome.

Monthly Vocation Holy Hour, Thursday, May 5, at 7:00 p.m. in the seminary chapel. The faithful are encouraged to attend this important monthly devotion for

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Blue Army First Friday Prayer Vigil, May 6, beginning at 8:00 p.m. with confessions, followed

by Mass to the Sacred Heart and devotions to the Immaculate Heart of Mary.

48th World Day of Prayer for Vocations will be celebrated in the Catholic Church the weekend of May 14 and 15.

Oblate vocation director, Fr. Paul McDonnell, OSJ, will speak at all Masses that weekend at Holy Annunciation Parish, Hazleton.

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The Healing Hearts Bereavement Support Group of the parish community of St. John the Evangelist Church will begin a new eight week series at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 10, in the parish dining room, 35 William Street, Pittston. Anyone experiencing the loss of a loved one is invited. Some of the topics to be discussed are the value of memories, stages of grief, healing and adjusting to a new life. For more information call 654-0053. Standing left to right are Theresa Schubel, Nancy Baiera, Bill McMahon and Nancy Poder.

these Sacraments, as well as anyone in the hospital or a nursing home.

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 The mass schedule for the week is: 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.

First Holy Communion will be celebrated at the 10:30 a.m. mass today. The following young parishioners will receive First Holy Communion: Bradley Augenstein, Gwen Balavage, Halle Bryk, Jeremy Cook, Ava DeSena, Emilee DiMaggio, Janelle Dudek, Frank Gilchrist, Brendan Kelly, Karyn Klocko, Braden Kozak, Martin Kuna, Leana Lombardo, Matthew Martin, Leana Lombardo, Sara Murphy, Bruce Rydzy and Abby Swartz.

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this study will be The Gospel According to John and the Johannine Letters. There will be 8 sessions. In order to be able to order the necessary materials, we ask that you call the parish office (654-0263) or e-mail olepittston@gmail.com to register. The program is open to all from the greater Pittston area.

The Pittston Catholic Youth Group meets on Sunday evenings from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Oblates of St. Joseph Seminary. Please check out their website at http://www.pittstoncatholicyouthgroup.blogspot.com/ The Ministry Schedule for April, May and June has been mailed to all ministers. It has also been posted on the parish webpage.

The address for the parish webpage is: www.eucharist-pittston.org. You will find links to the Schedule for Liturgical Ministers, our weekly bulletins, monthly calendars, upcoming events and additional information. We hope that you will find the information useful and easily accessible.

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. Please notify the parish office of anyone desiring

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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 First Holy Communion will be celebrated next Sunday, May 1, at the 10:30 a.m. parish Mass.

Committee Meetings Monday, May 2, at 7:00 p.m. – Liturgy Committee Monday, May 9, at 7:00 p.m. – Finance Council Confirmation pictures are in and can be picked up in the sacristy after weekend Masses or in the parish office during the week.

Choir rehearsals are held on Tuesday evenings at 7:00 p.m. in the Church. All parishioners are invited to participate in this important ministry.

Father Maloney will lead a Scripture Study beginning on Tuesday May 3. There will be two programs, one on Tuesday mornings from 8:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. and one on Tuesday evenings from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Both programs will be held in the Religious Education Center at Our Lady of the Eucharist, Main Street, Pittston. The title of

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OUR LADY OF MT. CARMEL ST. ROCCOS Blessed water is available in the sanctuary. The water was blessed at the Easter Vigil and is available for private use.

Holy Communion Class parent meeting will be held Sunday, May 1, at noon in the parish conference. All second grade students are asked to attend. Communion will be held on May 7 at 10 a.m.

Hoy Name will meet on Monday, May 2, in the parish center Altar and Rosary Society announce the annual Mother’s Communion Breakfast/program to be held on Sunday May 15 in the parish banquet hall immediately following the 8 a.m. Mass.

This year’s speaker is Sister. Josephine Palmieri M.P.F. Barbara Sico is toastmaster. Tickets are $11adults and $4 for children under 12. and available by calling the rectory offices.

Father Dan Schwebs O.S.J. will be celebrating his 25th anniversary of priesthood on Sunday, May 22, with a Mass of Thanksgiving at St. Rocco’s Church at 2 p.m. Reception immediately following at St. Anthony of Padua parish center, Exeter. Open to the public, no tickets required. Call the parish office at 654-6902 or 654-2914.

Life Line screening will be on Monday, May 23, at Mt Carmel parish center sponsored by Geisinger Health Care System. Preregistration required call 800324-1851.

Anyone wishing to rent the Mt. Carmel Hall call Christine Silinskie at 704-8861 for information or email christine@olmtcarmel.com.

Mt. Carmel’s11th annual raffle with Grand Prize your choice $20,000 or 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. Winner will be drawn on Sunday July 17. Purchase your tickets or request ticket to sell.

Seller of winning ticket wins $500. Fill out order and return to parish office or call 654-6902 or Frank Sciabacucchi655-6125.

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OUR OPINION

Do your homework Homework may be a thing of the past in public schools but it is more important than ever in regard to the upcoming primary election in Luzerne County.

With candidates to run in November for six open seats in the Luzerne County court to be selected and another 22 (11 Democrats and 11 Republicans) to be chosen to vie in November for 11 positions on the brand new Luzerne County Council, the 2011 primary shapes up as one of the most important in county history.

This primary would be significant if we did not face the daunting task of repairing this county’s image.

But we do, which makes the stakes even higher.

With judicial candidates all cross-filed, and a heavy Democratic edge in voter registration in the county, the primary may well determine who will sit on the bench before November even rolls around. And with judges being elected for 10-year terms, the choices voters make on May 17 will have long-term implications indeed.

The race for county council is even more critical, if that’s possible.

The critics of home rule argued that a county council will be nothing more than a school board with a majority of members calling the shots and playing politics as usual.

Since the initial task of the council will be to name a county manager, it is vitally important to not let this happen. Those who will ultimately serve on the council must be fiercely independent.

Council candidates are not cross-filed, so a true race looms for the general election. But keep in mind the registration edge of the Democrats.

As always, we encourage everyone to make it their business to get out and vote in the primary.

We also encourage voters to take some time to learn all they can about the candidates.

A good way to accomplish this is to visit the website of our parent paper, The Times Leader – www.timesleader.com.

The editorial board of The times Leader has interviewed all of the judicial candidates and is in the process of completing interviews with most of the council candidates. Actual video of each interview along with articles on those running appear on the site.

Setting aside an hour or two every now and then for this homework is something none of us can afford not to do.

YO U R S PAC E

Peter Pan flies into Duryea

Peter Pan, the musical, will be presented at Phoenix Performing Arts Centre, 409 Main St., Duryea, on May 6, 7, 13 and 14 at 7:00 p.m. and May 8 and 15 at 2:00 p.m.

Tickets: $12.00 adult; $8.00 students; $5.00 kids 5 and under.

Limited seating, reservations recommended, call 457-3589 Director is Jenn Stanton.

Left to right: Sitting: Skyler Cupano, Isabell Mehm, Sadie Gregory, Owen Klaproth, Sophie Swiderski, Avery McNulty; Kneeling: Lauren Amaral, Angie Federici, Eisela Pasko, Sarah Klaproth, Jessica Frie, Peyton Mamola; Standing: Maleice Rambus, April Amos, Kyla Kasisky, Julia Gabriel, Amelia Sack, Olivia Bellanco, Brenna Klaproth, Tory McNulty, Maia Bagusky, Peyton McNulty, Mathew Rink, Mason Bagusky.

To submit items for Your Space, drop off or mail to the Sunday Dispatch, 109 New St., Pittston, PA 18640 or email to sd@psdispatch.com

YOUR OPINION

School director urges voters to make good decisions Pittston Area voters, be very careful in voting for your school board candidates this year. The directors elected this year will be responsible to negotiate the next teacher and support staff contracts. The agreements reached will be the driving force for the taxes you pay in the future.

There are three candidates running independently: Rich Gorzkowski, Bob Lampman and Tony Tuttle. They are running with minimal funds and owe no special interests. There is a group of five candidates running as a team.

You have to decide if members of this team can make future decisions in the best interest of the children and taxpayers. You have to decide if members of this team are too connected to the unions and special interests to do what is best for the District.

Voters of Pittston Area will decide whether independent candidates or a team looking to control the District is best. Please help decide.

Bob Linskey School Director

Thanks honest person who found credit card Thank you to the woman who found my credit card at the gas station at the corner of Wyoming and Schooley avenues and gave it to the attendant.

I think I dropped it when attempting to retrieve my receipt.

How fortunate for me that the next customer was a person of honesty and integrity.

Lynne Dente West Pittston

Maria Capolarella Montante

The cousins come home to visit ily they moved to Brooklyn, New York in the early 1950s.

When Saturday, April 2, arrived all was in readiness. Promptly at noon, the cousins began to arrive.

There was much hugging, kissing, hand shaking, back slapping and laughter. The total number for lunch was 19. Conversation flowed easily with remembrances of loved ones passed, memories of family gatherings through the years, and reminiscing of things the way they were.

I asked Cousin Sadie what she remembered most about Pittston. Her reply was, “I remember everything. Downtown and all the stores for shopping, the two movie theaters, the Roman and American, the guys hanging on the meters in front of the pool rooms, and of course the high school.

When I think of Pittston it’s about the house on Spring Court and the gang; Millie Casale, Mary Frost, Mary Dominick, Theresa Ardenti, John Butera, and Sammy Inglima, congregating on the corner of Oak Street every night.

Grace admits when returning to Pittston passes the homestead and it seems so small. “I can’t image that thirteen of us lived there.”

Carmella remembered the Laurel Line trellis that crossed Main Street at the bottom of Oak Street and how at ten years old it seemed impossible to cross Main Street to go to St. Rocco’s School.

The afternoon wore on quickly and it was time for the cousins to move on to their next destination.

Again the hugs, kisses and promises to see each other soon.

Cousin Sadie returned at 10:00 p.m. to spend the night with Chet and me.

Sitting at the kitchen table we began to talk and talk. We are the kind of cousins who throughout our lives have shared secrets, problems, disappointments, expectations, happy times, sad times, and every day living. It was 1:00 a.m., our eyelids were beginning to droop; there were a few stifled yawns when we decided to call it a night.

The next morning after a fast cup of coffee, Cousin Sadie was off to join her brothers and sisters.

Chet and I sat at the kitchen table commenting on what a beautiful day it had been. I commented that I had one disappointment.

Earlier in the week while shopping, I purchased two nightgowns for my cousin and me that were very suitable for our age group. You know the kind, long sleeves, down to the ankles and up to the neck.

I thought it would be fun to wear matching nightgowns for our slumber party. However, because of all the talk at the kitchen table we did not get to the nightgowns.

When I expressed my disappointment in not wearing the matching nightgowns, Chet commented, “Thank God you didn’t wear them, I might have made a mistake and followed the wrong nightgown down the hall!”

Mary Ehret, MS, RD, LDN Penn state Cooperative Extension

Staying hydrated As the weather is finally starting to get warmer, it is becoming more important to think about hydration, even slight dehydration can affect you physically and mentally. While it is especially important for athletes and elderly to make sure they are properly hydrated, it affects everyone regardless of age or activity level.

Even if you are not visibly sweating or do not feel thirsty you can still be in the process of becoming dehydrated. By the time you feel physically thirsty, your body is already dehydrated. You should begin exercise already hydrated by drinking fluids in the hour before a workout. Fluids should be replaced early and often during exercise, especially after long periods of activity or in hot weather. Sports drinks are only necessary if you are exercising for over an hour at a high intensity, otherwise water will hydrate your body better.

If you do not exercise on a regular basis, it is important to drink fluids not only at meals, but in between meals as well.

It is easy to mistake thirst for hunger, as the sensations can feel the same at times. If you find yourself reaching for a snack, try having a refreshing glass of water to satisfy your craving, you may not actually be hungry.

In order to stay adequately hydrated, consume about 64 ounces or 8- 8ounce glasses of water per day. Carrying a water bottle with you is one way to measure how much water you are consuming throughout the day.

Hydration can come not just from liquids but from your food too.

Fruits and vegetables are excellent sources of fluid because they are comprised of about 75-95% water. Other foods, such as soups, jello, yogurt and even oatmeal are also good sources of fluid.

Water is always the best choice for hydration; it is absorbed the quickest by your body and is calorie free. Instead of buying expensive flavored waters, add your own flavors such as lemon, lime, or cucumber to ice cold water or fresh brewed unsweetened tea.

There could be a lot more fat and sugar in your coffee shop beverage than you think. Blended coffee drinks that have added syrups and whipped cream can have hundreds of calories and should thought of as a dessert and not a beverage. Low fat milk and a touch of sugar or honey are a better choice for your coffee or tea. Fruit juices can pack a lot of sugar and calories so make sure you are choosing 100% juice, and not juice drinks, especially for kids. Remember that fruits also have a lot of fluid, so choose whole fruit over juice.

Highly sweetened drinks should only be consumed as a treat and not daily, this includes sodas, powdered drink mixes, and sweet teas.

Here is a refreshing frozen smoothie recipe to try on a hot day!

Frozen Fruit Smoothie

Serves 4 Ingredients 1 frozen banana, peeled and sliced 2 cups frozen strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries 1 cup low fat milk 1/2 cup plain or vanilla yogurt 1/2 cup 100% orange juice Directions Put all the ingredients in a blender and process until smooth. Pour into glasses and serve.

For non-dairy smoothies, substitute1cup rice milk for the milk and yogurt. Or, use soy yogurt or milk instead of dairy.

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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Early in March, I received a telephone call from my first cousin, Sadie Miceli MacDonald, who lives in Connecticut asking, “What are you doing the weekend of April 2nd?” Without hesitation I responded, “Nothing. Does that mean you are coming to visit?”

“As a matter of fact, it does. We have been invited to a party in Pittston and are planning to attend.

There are five of us coming.”

Jubilation!

It has been a few years since we have seen each other.

There have been telephone calls, cards and short notes written and sent but the visits were fewer and fewer. I called my brother Joe and Aunt Rose and gave them the good news. It was now a question of the time of arrival.

A few days later I received another telephone call from Cousin Charlie who manages to visit Pittston once or twice a year relating his excitement. In that conversation, I stated that lunch would be at my house and to pass the word.

The next day there is a message on my answering machine from Cousin Grace asking if I was sure we wanted to do lunch at my house. “There are now nine of us coming.”

Great, this was turning into a cousin mini-reunion. Cousins are very important in Italian families. The more cousins we have the better we like it. First cousins are listed next to brothers and sisters.

I know there are residents in the area who remember my cousins. You may have attended school with one of them, were playmates or friends, or remember them from church.

They are the children of Phillip and Philipina Spano Miceli, parents of eleven children all born in the city of Pittston and baptized in St. Rocco’s Church. They are: Nicholas, Cataldo (Ky), Rosaria (Sadie), Phillip, (deceased), Joseph, Grace, Carmella, Charles, John, and the twins Daniel and David.

Writing about my cousins brings back precious memories of the times spent together. Their house on Spring Court was always filled with activity.

Aunt Phil made the most delicious bread, knew how to stretch a meal and anyone who walked into the door was welcome.

Her day began with mass at 7:00 a.m. at St. Rocco’s Church and each night before bedtime the family knelt on the kitchen floor in front of an altar of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and his mother Mary to recite the rosary.

My thoughts of Uncle Phil are of him working in the garage that was attached to the house repairing some kind of motor. He was a genius at building and making things run.

In his young years he rigged up a short wave radio. When television was new he was thinking color and made a devise of green and blue to place over the screen.

In his vision for better opportunities for his fam-

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MARIA REMEMBERS

SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, MAY 1, 2011 Jared Saporito is a tad tall for his dance partner but she does not seem to mind.

Liz Foglietta, Amber Rodda and Jared Saporito bring some youthful joy to the seniors.

Prom night for seniors

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The youth group of St. Monica’s Parish of the Wyomings recently held a “senior prom” for the residents of the personal care/independent living sections of Wesley Village. About 30 residents and 8 youth group members attended. Pictured are some scenes from the festivities.

Nina Sypniewicz shows a resident some modern dance steps.

Zach Sypniewicz leads his partner.

Peeking into the past

Question In 1970, Mrs. Anthony Atkachunas of Pittston received a letter from the Smithsonian Institute regarding a small but With Judy Minsavage valuable piece of history. What was it?

1960 – 51 Years Ago After 48 years of service in a career that began in 1912, Andrew Estock was retiring from the Lehigh Valley railroad.

Co-workers James English, Martin Quinn, L.B. Dougherty, James Law, A.M. Nieman, William Patalon and Frank Gomena gathered to see him on his final trip from the Coxton Yards.

Only a year before, The Black Diamond

According to the website www.exercade.net the "Young Men’s Christian Association of Pittston, Pennsylvania” was established in the City of Pittston in 1880. On April 4, 1904, ground was broken for the original YMCA building, which was located at 34 Broad Street, Pittston. A fire destroyed the original building in 1979. Up until its opening in its new site, the YMCA operated out of a storefront in the northern section of the City.

In 1983, the YMCA opened its new location at 10 North Main Street. Read more about state-of-the-art facility at www.greaterpittstonymca.org.

1970 – 41 Years Ago In 1970 and after 60 years at the same location the Consumer Coal Company moved from lower Broad Street to the rear of 130 Broad Street. The firm founded by William P. Lawler began as a major distributor of coal and ice. The company focused on oil distribution as coal was replaced by oil as a major energy producing fuel.

According to the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, while U.S. production of coal rose 71 percent from 1970 to 1995, Pennsylvania’s output dropped by 22 percent. West VirginSee PEEKING, Page 23

Carol Pisano was reminiscing through some old pictures and came across this photo of the 1955 Pittston Township Barry School First Grade. Carol is in the photo along with Marie Zaleski, Dorothy Charge, Charlene Latorre, Pamela Warner, Frank Kizis, Barbara Musto, Cathy Pupa, Leonard Insalaco, Anthony Piccilio, Peter Bagnato, and Betty Lidy. Carol apologizes that she did not know all of the names.

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1950 – 61 Years Ago Joe Trolio, Lester DeStefano, Howard Fedden, George Hankel, Ellis Craig, Joe Powers, Cletus Reedy, Anthony Mazaitis, Danny Minichelli, Hugh Craig, Samuel Bonita, Howard Sanders and Sam Barette, members of Pittston Painter’s Union Local 488, with the blessing of union officers, donated their time to give the new Pittston Public Library located in the city hall, a fresh coat of paint. Using eight gallons of paint, the men finished the two rooms in an hour and four minutes. The library planned a drive to purchase shelving units for the newly painted rooms.

The Avoca High School band was set to perform for the third time on WSCR in Scranton. Mary Calhoun, Martha Fergusen, Josephine Richel, Josephine Goul, Theresa Vols, Ellen Louise Wilcox, members of the clarinet sextet, would play Glow Worm. Trumpet duo Robert Sworen and Alfred Lis would play the Rainbow Polka. The entire band would perform Rhapsody in Blue featuring Irene Warunek, Joseph Biga and Francis Wilezenski. Daily broadcasts began on WSCR at 1320-AM in May of 1947.

The newly organized theatrical group of the Pittston Lithuanian Citizen’s Club was set to perform a Lithuanian language stage play “Mother-In-Law in the Home”, at the Casino Hall, 91 North Main Street in Pittston. The theatre group headed by Stanley Shacochius, grew in number as interested thespians from surrounding areas showed interest in joining. A similar theatrical group had performed in the hall in prior years when the club had rented the space.

After the Citizen’s Club became owner of the hall, the theatrical group was revived.

The Sunday Dispatch Inquiring Photographer asked Pittston area men, “How many times a week should a married man go out alone?”

Louis Marino Jr. answered, “I don’t think a married man should go out, unless he takes his wife.”

Catal “Butters” Butera, answered, “A married man should go out every night if possible, the wife’s place is in the home.”

Peter Lello said, “A man should have one night a week he can call his own, the better half should have one night under the same circumstances.”

Paul Keating added, “A married man should go out six nights a week, a man can’t let his old friends down, on the seventh night he should stay home.”

James “Locko” Loughney answered, “Men and women have free nights when they are single they should have them when they are married.”

and Star passenger trains made their final run. On February 4, 1961, in a snowstorm the Lehigh Valley passenger train the Maple Leaf made its final run.

The Lehigh Valley came under the control of the Pennsylvania Railroad in 1962.

For a detailed history of the railroad read “The History of the Lehigh Valley Railroad: the route of the Black Diamond" by Robert F. Archer.

The Troback Development Company was in the process of building a new housing development near the Goodrich Plant in Exeter. Mrs. Vera Troback Chiavacci asked Exeter High School faculty and students to help name the new development. Sixth grade pupils submitted their favorite names with a chance to win a $25 Savings Bond.

Supervising Principal John Campbell and Principal Thomas McNeil narrowed the choices to fifteen.

The Pittston YMCA Handball Tournament was underway with thrilling elimination matches taking place during the last week of April. Competitive match-up saw John Callaio and Tony Palma taking top scores. Pete Adonizio took his match over Ned Keating. The following week would see matches between Palma and Lou Ritzie and Jack Evans and Ned Keating.

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school year will be held on May 2. End of the Year class celebrations will take place.

May Crowning will be celebrated in our parish on May 8 during the 10:30 a.m. mass. The First Communion class is asked to come and be the honor guard for May Crowning. They will assist Father in the same manner as they did on their First Holy Communion. The class is to wear their First Communion outfits to May Crowning. Practice for May Crowning and the mass will be held on May 4 at 6 p.m. Everyone is to meet at the church.

Practice will end at 6:45 p.m.

May Crowning will take place on May 8 at the 8:30 a.m. mass.

The LCC group will also help celebrate Mother’s Day by participating with the First Communion Class in the May Crowning this year. The group is to meet in the back of the church on May 4 at 6 p.m. A May Queen will be selected at this time and practice will take place.

Sarah Snyder, a student at Holy Redeemer High School, is currently working on her Girl Scout Silver Award. She is collecting adult and children DVDs to send to the head trauma unit at John Heinz Rehab Hospital and also the pediatric unit at Mercy Hospital. There will be a box in the back of the church and also at the Dupont Municipal Building to drop the DVDs off in.

Members of the Women’s Society will celebrate 10:30 a.m.

Mass as a group on Sunday, May 15. The Rosary will be recited prior to mass. Members will meet at 9:45 a.m. in the church lobby. Flowers will be ordered for members attending the mass.

Reservations are required and due by May 6, either by the signup sheet in the church lobby or by calling Diane at 654-6639 or Gerri at 457-2623. A social for members will follow the mass.

The Women’s Society will meet on Tuesday, May 3 at 6:30 p.m. in the church hall.

The Holy Name Society will meet on Wednesday, May 4 at 7 p.m. in the church hall.

The Picnic Committee will meet on Monday, May 9 at 7:00 p.m. in the lower level meeting room of the rectory.

The Building and Grounds Committee will meet on Tues-

day, May 10 at 7 p.m. in the lower level meeting room of the rectory.

The Senior Outreach Committee will meet on Tuesday, May 10 at 6:30 p.m. in the lower level meeting room of the rectory.

ST. ANTHONY’S Memorial Avenue, Exeter Children of the parish will receive their First Holy Communion today. They are: Alana Aufiere, Marianne Chipeleski, Michael Clark, Gianna Colella, Brooke Evelock, Caley Felkner, Ryan Fisher, Vicienzo Giambra, Joseph Gober, Jacob Greenfield, Jordan Kazoun, Matthew Lewis, Aubriana Marranca, Jenna Moore, Francesca Panunti, Alyssandra Pitcavage, Christopher Petrowski, Rayne Pucci, Cole Schutter, Anthony Shoppel, Kristina Taddei, Jacob Van Horn, Allan Williams, Landon Williams, Adam Wisnewski and Stephen Yanchis.

May Crowning will be held by the First Holy Communion Children. Jenna Moore will crown the Blessed Mother and Allan Williams will be the crown bearer.

Religious education classes this Monday afternoon are from 2:30 to 3:45pm and evening from 6 to 7 p.m.

Next Sunday, all students, First Holy Communion Children, Sodality and Knights of St. Joseph members and all their families are invited to attend the 10:30 a.m. Mass. During the Mass the high school students will crown the Blessed Mother. First Holy Communion children are asked to come dressed with their First Holy Communion attire.

Friday is the First Friday of the month. Masses will be celebrated at 7 and 11a.m. with devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.

Confessions will be heard on Thursday at 3:30 p.m. Saturday is the First Saturday of the month. A Mass will be celebrat-

ed at 7 a.m. with prayers to the Blessed Mother.

The Month of May is dedicated to Our Lady. The Rosary is recited 20 minutes before all weekend Masses.

Weekend Masses: on Saturday at 4:30 p.m., on Sunday at 7:30 and 10:30 a.m. and at 7 p.m. (the last Mass in the valley). Confessions are heard on Saturday at 3:30 p.m. and before Masses.

The Eucharistic Adoration is held every day from 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. followed by the Benediction with the Blessed Sacrament.

ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST PARISH COMMUNITY Pittston There will be no religious education classes the weekend of May 8. Classes will continue on Sunday May 15 and May 22.

Mass intentions are currently being accepted for June, July and August.

Altar and Rosary Society meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 4, in the church hall.

Rosary at 1:30 p.m. meeting at 2 p.m. Refreshments will be provided Holy Name Society meeting will be held on Sunday, May 15, at11a.m. in the parish center dining room.

All parents anticipating Baptism of their first child are required to attend baptismal instruction. The next session will be held Tuesday, June 7, in the parish center 7:30 to 8:30.

If you are looking for help coping with the recent loss of a loved one consider joining St. John the Evangelist’s Bereavement Support Group. The group will begin meeting on May 10 and continue meeting on Tuesday evenings from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the parish center dining room.

For more information call the parish office.

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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 Wednesday 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 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.

ST JOHN’S LUTHERAN 9 Wood St., Pittston Serving in the House of the Lord this morning.

Pastor - John Castellani Organist - Marcia Colleran Lay Reader - Doris Mersincavage Acolyte - Shelby Rinaldi 9:30 a.m. Service today. It is

also a Communion Sunday Please keep our Church members Bobby Drummond, Leonard Peterson, Gene Rooney, Charles Barone and Barb Mizenko and shut-ins Mary Agnes Mangel, Ted Burke, Donna Capobianco, Friend Rosner, Elaine Proietto, Charlotte Kerns, Donna Bobbouine, Gladys Bowman and Eleanor Fox in your thoughts and prayers.

Church Council meeting Monday, May 9, at 6:30 p.m.

Meeting is open to all church members.

Saturday worship is scheduled for May 14 at 4 p.m.

If you have any questions comments or would like to join our Church family please call 655-2505 and leave your name, phone number and a message and a member of our Church will get back to you as soon as possible.

Our e-mail address is stjohnspittston@verizon.com ST. JOHN’S P.M. CHURCH 316 Main St., Avoca Sunday Service 10:00 a.m.

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7:30 p.m.

ST. MARIA GORETTI Laflin Road, Laflin Jennifer Johnson has openings available for piano lessons. For more information, or to sign up, please call Jenn at 283-0362 or email her at JMSJohnson7@gmail.com.

Spring Flea Market and Book Sale is Saturday, May 14, 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.; Sunday, May 15, 9:00 a.m. - noon (1/2 price sale). Wide variety of items at great prices. Books 25-50 cents each. Free admission. Free parking directly in front of our handicapped-accessible hall.

On Mother’s Day weekend, we will be supporting the Pro-life Center in Wilkes-Barre in defending human life.

Donation: $1.00 per carnation.

Carnations are in the foyer of the Church.

If you prefer, you may leave the carnation at a vase placed near our Blessed Lady in memory of a loved one.

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 Web site: www.stmonicanepa.com Father Leo J. McKernan, Pastor The children of the parish will receive First Holy Communion at the 11 a.m. Mass on May 1.

The parish will celebrate Divine Mercy Sunday at 3 p.m.

May 1 Bible study will resume in May. St. Monica’s Blessed Mother Sodality is currently restarting.

Girls 3rd through 12 grades who are interested in joining are asked to call Sandy Nardell at 693-0416 or email srnardell!6mail.com.

Listen to JMJ Catholic Radio at 7.50am.

ST. MARY’S PARISH 200 Stephenson Street, Duryea Rev. Richard Wosiak - Pastor Phone: (570)-457-2291

meeting will take place at 6:30 p.m., and the council meeting will begin at 7 p.m.

The contemporary music group will participate in the Sat-

urday, May 14 and 28 5:30 p.m.

Masses at St. Mary’s Church.

St. Mary’s Church will have its annual St. Mary’s Classic golf tournament Sunday, May 15 at

Pine Hills Country Club, Taylor.

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SAINT MARY’S/SS PETER AND PAUL’S CHURCHES 715 Hawthorne St./1000 Main St., Avoca stmarysavoca@verizon.net www.stmaryavoca.4lpi.com Congratulations to this week’s winners of St. Mary’s Church’s Pot of Gold raffle: Anne Dillon; Bob and Marie Schneider; Joan Emlaw, Linda Pramick, Barbara Sincavage, and Jim White.

May Crowning today during the 11:30 a.m. Mass at St. Mary’s Church, 715 Hawthorne St. Samantha Iovachinni will serve as the May Queen to crown the Blessed Mother. Her court will consist of Taryn Whitman, Amy Hoover, and Mackenzie Carroll.

The crown bearer will be Mary McAdarra.

First Friday healing Mass May 6 at 7 p.m. at St. Mary’s Church.

Come and receive the healing that only Christ can give.

The parish pastoral council will meet Monday, May 9 in St. Mary’s Rectory. The agenda

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SAINT PETER’S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 100 Rock Street, Hughestown Stpeters_elc@yahoo.com

Sunday 9:00 Sunday School, Confirmation Class; 10:00 Worship Service May 1, 2:00 p.m. Penny Auction May14, trip to Lancaster to see “Joseph.” There are seats available call Linda @ 655-8995

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mas Gibbons. Registration information can be obtained by calling the parish office at 4573412. For sponsorship information, please e-mail Jimbo McMahon at jimmcmahon1@verizon.net.

The implementation team will meet Tuesday, May 17 at 7 p.m. in St. Mary’s Rectory.

The women’s guild will have their annual Communion luncheon Sunday, May 22 at 12:30 p.m. in St. Mary’s School auditorium, 742 Spring St. The social concerns committee will meet Tuesday, May 24 at 7 p.m. in St. Mary’s Rectory.

The finance council will meet Tuesday, May 31 at 7 p.m. in St. Mary’s Rectory.

Become a fan today! St. Mary’s/SS. Peter and Paul’s Churches now has a page on Facebook.

You can join it by typing in “St. Mary’s/SS. Peter and Paul’s Churches, Avoca” in the search bar at www.facebook.com. And then clicking on the “like” button once you arrive at the page.

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: During May at SS. Peter and Paul’s Church, 1000 Main St., at 8 a.m.

Eucharistic Adoration: Tuesdays from 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. at SS. Peter and Paul’s Church.

Miraculous Medal Novena: Wednesday following the 7 p.m.

Mass Weekends Masses: Saturday at 4 p.m. at SS. Peter and Paul’s

Church and at 5:30 p.m. at St. Mary’s Church; Sunday at 8 and 11:30 a.m. at St. Mary’s Church and at 10 a.m. at SS. Peter and Paul’s Church Confession: Saturdays 3-3:45 p.m. at SS. Peter and Paul’s Church; anytime upon request by calling 457-3412.

Prayer Chain: 457-5867 SECOND PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 143 Parsonage Street, Pittston The Session of the Second Presbyterian Church, 143 Parsonage Street, Pittston announces the following schedule: Sunday, May 1- 9:30 Sunday School; 11 a.m. Worship Tuesday, May 3 -7 p.m. AA Meeting Wednesday, May 4 -6:30 p.m.

Choir Rehearsal TRINITY EPISCOPAL CHURCH Spring Street and Montgomery Avenue, West Pittston Parish Mission: “To live and build holy community.”

All welcome: Worldwide Anglican Communion: “We believe in one holy, Catholic apostolic church.”

Web of information and links at www.trinityepiscopalchurchwestpittston.org and www.diobeth.org.

Sunday Holy Eucharist: 11 a.m. every Sunday.

Holy Days as announced.

Monday—Day of Prayer: Noon Prayer 12:00 to 12:15 p.m.

Open to the public. Special intentions are welcome.

Food Pantry: May item needed is cereal.

Prayernetwork. Open To Public. Daily prayer for those with needs requesting prayerful sup-

port. Start Prayernetwork at parish office 654-3261.

Youth Program: 10:45 a.m. every Sunday.

Weekday special events and service projects as announced.

Faith Forum for Adults: Enrichment for adults seeking spiritual renewal and opportunities for ministry and volunteerism.

Parish Life Events Team: Bimonthly first Sundays.

Parish Council: Every second Sunday.

Women of Trinity: Every third Sunday. WOT Ministry Invitation. The Women of Trinity have undertaken a ministry to help support Good Shepherd Episcopal Church of Scranton in their outreach to the homeless of the region. Each month after enjoying a home cooked meal at Good Shepherd all who have needs may “shop” for necessities like clothing, shoes, toiletries in a store-like setting in the church’s refurbished basement of donated items.

The Women of Trinity has supported this ministry by recently 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.

Trinity’s Giant Neighborhood Yard Sales. Every First Saturday beginning Saturday, May 7 through October. Reserve space in advance by telephoning the parish office at 654-3261. All day vendor space only $10.

Lunch items such as chili-dogs, wimpies and baked goods available throughout the day. Average of 30+ vendors every First Saturday and hundreds of customers visiting! We do the advertising. You make the sales!

Trinity’s annual pasta and homemade meatball dinner.

Tickets now available! The dinner is scheduled for Saturday, May 14 from 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. with both seating or take-outs available. Includes bread, butter, salad, beverages and dessert. Adults: $7.00 / Children Age 10 and Under: $4.

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Broad & Church

Sts., Pittston Rev. Dr. Michael Turner Sunday Worship Service 9:30 a.m.

Children’s Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Holy Communion: 1st Sunday each month Choir Rehearsal: Thursday’s at 7 p.m. unless told otherwise United Methodist Women: Second Monday unless told otherwise Website www.umcpittston.org Phone 655-4340 Tues., May 3 - Hoagie Sale Choices are ham, salami and cheese or turkey and cheese with or without onion. Price of hoagie is $3.50. To order call 654-3936 or 693-1572- Orders due today.

Tues., May10 - Administrative Council Meeting 7 p.m.

Sat., May 14 - Family Style Roast Chicken Dinner and Bake Sale. Takeouts start at 4:30 p.m. seating 5 to 7 p.m. - Adults $8.50 - Children $4.25. For tickets call 603-1915 or 332-9156 on or before Friday, May 6.

Confirmation Classes on Sunday, May 15, following service.

Children in Grades 4 and up are eligible for these classes. Parents are asked to sign the registration sheet posted on the bulletin board if your child/children will be attending these classes. Tentative date for Confirmation is Sunday, June 19.

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Float competition planned for Memorial Day Parade YMCA annual campaign kicks-off Monday with dinner at Brutico’s As the annual West Pittston/ Exeter Memorial Day Parade nears, a reminder goes out that this year’s parade will feature a competition for best patrioticthemed float.

All area organizations, clubs, youth groups, businesses and even individuals are invited to enter a float.

If interested, call Butch Simonson, commander of the Lt. Jeffrey DePrimo American Legion Post 542, at 655-6258.

The parade is sponsored jointly by the DePrimo Post and the Adam Kalmanowicz American Legion Post 833 of Exeter.

Ron Gitkos is parade chairman.

YMCA Campaign

Blood Drive

The Old Forge High School Blue and Gold Chapter of the National Honor Society will be conducting a blood drive on Wednesday, May 4, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the high school gymnasium. The blood drive is open to the public. Donors must be 16 years of age, have a signed permission and

must bring identification to the drive. All donors 17 and older must bring proper ID to the drive.

Laflin Library

Laflin Public Library will celebrate Children’s Book Week Tuesday, May 3 through Saturday May 7. All are invited on Fri-

day, May 6, at 5:30 p.m. for a pajama party story time and book signing with author/illustrator Angela DeMuro. Children of all ages are invited as Angela, along with Baby MILO Mu puppet, reads her new book, "Good Night My Little MU".

Registration is necessary.

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The Greater Pittston YMCA 2011 Annual Campaign is about to begin. This year’s campaign entitled “Help Change a Life” will kick-off on Monday, May 2, with an evening of elegant dining at Brutico’s Restaurant, Old Forge. The goal of the campaign is to raise $50,000.

“We believe in the Greater Pittston community and we appreciate the support they have given us in previous years,” said Debby Mendicino, executive director. “I truly believe this year will be no different.”

Money raised from the annual campaign is used by the YMCA to help fund the organization’s childcare program and sports and aquatics programs.

“The money is for the children,” said Mendicino. “This is about improving and enriching their lives.”

The focus of the Greater Pittston YMCA is healthy living, youth development, and social responsibility. Funds raised also support the Y’s scholarship program, which helps families and youths with fitness and childcare costs.

The May 2 dinner is a first in a series of fundraising events planned by the YMCA board and Fund Development committee. Future events include a community picnic and the organization’s annual dinner. The May 2

event offers a five course dinner and wine tasting throughout the evening.

“This is an opportunity for the community to meet and interact with the YMCA board and employees,” said Tina Fisher, board president. “It gives us the opportunity to share with community how the YMCA is changing and growing.”

The Pittston organization recently completed an extensive renovation project on its indoor pool. Renovations included a new HVAC system and retiling of the pool floor.

“Improvements can be seen throughout the facility,” said Mendicino. “We have a newly remodeled multipurpose room and babysitting room. You can also see pictures of our youths and members hanging throughout the facility. This is a community organization and we want our members to feel comfortable and at home.”

Reverend Paul McDonnell is chairman of this year’s annual campaign.

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Tail Waggin Tutors will be visiting the Library. Children who love dogs and would like to practice their reading are invited to come to the library and read a story to one of the dogs that will be waiting to listen to their story.

Children may bring a book from home or choose a book at the library. Registration is necessary.

The Laflin Public Library is located at 47 Laflin Road, Laflin.

Hours are Tuesday through Friday 3:00 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. and Saturday 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Phone number is 654-3323.

Pittston Library

Celebrate Children’s Book Week at Pittston Area Memorial Library from Monday, May 2 through Saturday, May 7, children up to age 12 can select a

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register.

Pittston Area Memorial Library now has four laptop computers available for public use in the library. Each computer has Internet access and Microsoft Office software. At the present time, they are not connected to a printer. The laptops will be available at the circulation desk beginning May 2. Users must be 16 years of age or older and must present a valid driver’s license or state photo ID, which will be held at the desk while the laptop is in use. All users must also sign a copy of Pittston Area Memorial Library’s computer use agreement. Funding for the laptops was provided by the Praxair Foundation.

T.A.G. Pittston Area Memorial Library’s Teen Advisory Group for students aged 12 to 18 will meet on Thursday, May 12 at 6 p.m. T.A.G. members are middle and senior high school students who volunteer their time to

cars.”

Major Howard J. Guba, husband of the former Dorothy Turkos of Dupont received a Bronze Star Medal with second Oak Leaf Cluster, and Joint Service Commendation Medal.

The Major was responsible for coordinating the multi-national highway restoration in the Republic of Vietnam. He was cited for his “dedication, diplomacy and knowledge of construction techniques enabling him to resolve problem areas and move the massive restoration program forward.” The restoration project consisted of 4,100 kilometers of highways extending from the Demilitarized Zone to the Delta.

Playing at the American Theatre in Pittston: “They Shoot Horses Don’t They” with Jane Fonda. The Moonlite Drive-In screened Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and Some Kind of A Nut with Dick Van Dyke.

nasek, Ann Goncheroski and Bernadine Tarasek.

1980 – 31 Years Ago The Polka Partners Orchestra consisting of Jack Shedlock, George Tarasek, Joseph Goncheroski, and John Sorachinsky was honored at the first Polka Partners Fan Club banquet held in Miner’s Mills.

Some of the fan club members in attendance were Chester and Louise Sikorski, Joe and Anna Tipton, Edward and Joyce Ba-

Answer Mrs. Anthony Atkachunas of Pittston, upon donating a piece of miner’s marking chalk to the Smithsonian Institute, received the following letter from John H. White Jr, chairman of the Department of Industries: “It gives me great pleasure to accept on behalf of the National Museum of History and Technology, your gift of a piece of miner’s marking chalk. This example of a natural chalk used by mine inspectors to indicate that safety inspection were made of underground working places has been added to the mining collection. Our records will indicate that this chalk was a donation from you.”

The museum first opened in 1964 as the Museum of History and Technology. In 1980, the museum was renamed The National Museum of American History “to better represent the collection, care, study, and interpretation of objects that reflect the experience of the American people.”

Each day comes bearing its own gifts. Untie the ribbons.

- Ruth Ann Schabacker

help choose materials for the library such as books and movies, do book reviews, help plan and promote other Young Adult programs and help make the YA section of the library a fun place to be. Applications are available at the front desk. Be sure to check out the library’s YA section this month for "Haley’s Picks" book recommendations from T.A.G. member Haley Norwillo. Look on Facebook T.A.G. (Pittston Area Memorial Library Teen Advisory Group) If you like dogs and you like to read, come to the Library’s Furry Tails Reading Partners program.

Therapy dogs will visit our library on Saturday, May 14 at 10 a.m. Children can choose a book to read to the dogs, which are trained to stay on special blankets while in the library. Call or visit the library to register you child.

The Library’s crochet club meets each Monday and Thurs-

day from 6 to 7:45 p.m. Participants brings their own supplies (crochet hook and yarn) and learn to make simple projects.

Open to ages 12 and up.

Pittston Area Memorial Library is located at 47 Broad Street, Pittston. Hours are Mondays and Thursdays, noon to 8 p.m.; Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Phone number is 654-9565 or visit us on the Web at www.pittstonlibrary.com Blood Drives

Wyoming Valley Chapter of the American Red Cross Blood Drive announces these blood drives: Thursday, May 5, at Highland Manor, 750 Schooley Avenue, West Pittston from 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. with a goal of 35 pints.

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We have a large variety of Italian Goods, Pasta Bowls to Expresso Pots, etc. The best variety of Italian Specialty Food in the Northeast: Panatone, Torrone Pizzeles, Homemade Cookies, Prosciutto, Sopresatta, Homemade Lonza Dried Sausage, Salami, Super Chubs. We have Fresh Baked Bread and Rolls, Italian Cheese, Imported Pasta, Homemade Ravioli, Gnocchi and Pasta, Farm Fresh Produce, Fresh Made Salads Daily!

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ia and Kentucky lead the Commonwealth by substantial production margins, and Wyoming mines more than four and a half times as much coal as Pennsylvania.

Nominated by members of their school faculty, Susan Gilroy, Debbie Beretta and Vince Splendido three students from St. John the Evangelist High School were awarded certificates as being “Outstanding Students of America” with a chance to complete nationally for $1,000 scholarship.

Pittston dentist Dr. S.C. Andaloro was born in San Cataldo Province, Sicily, Italy in 1890.

He came to America on the Alsatia in 1896, worked at various jobs, served in WWI and graduated from St. Thomas College, now the University of Scranton in 1916 and University of Pennsylvania in 1919. He served as a school director and city councilman and was one of the original members of the John D. Stark Post American Legion. Upon marking more than 50 years as a dentist, he was set to retire in 1970. His first memories of Pittston as a child were “the many spaghetti and macaroni factories, livery stables and horse drawn street

book from a special cart located near the circulation desk. (One book per child). Children will also receive a sweet treat.

In celebration of Children’s Book Week, Pittston Area Memorial Library will hold a Make and Take program on Thursday, May 5 from 12:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Children of all ages can stop in and decorate a special bookmark (while supplies last) No registration required.

Are you an adult who would like to learn the basics of using a computer? Would you like to learn how to send emails and search the Internet? Pittston Library will offer a four-session beginner computer class for adults in May. Classes will meet on Monday, May 9; Thursday, Mary 12; Monday, Mary 16 and Thursday, May19 from 9:30 to11 a.m. each day. The classes are free, but registration is required and space is limited. Call or visit the library beginning May 2 to

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Bunnies are huge responsibility but well worth it. They are very social and love playing and being petted.

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SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, MAY 1, 2011 Left to right: Ryan Kranson (Kranson Uniform, Vice President), Jaclyn Pocceschi Mosley (Fallen Officers Remembered), Officer Bonnie Guzzon, Ed McDonnell (Disabled American Veterans/Chapter 9, Commander), Gina Boyle (Fallen Officers Remembered), Doug Kranson (Kranson Uniform, President).

Local police officers receive bulletproof vests Officer Dion Fernandes (Pittston City), Officer Bonnie Guzzon (Dupont Borough, Lackawanna County Sheriff’s Dept, Specialist/228th FSB Army National Guard) and Officer Crystal Matos (Old Forge) recently received a new bulletproof vests on behalf of the Adopt A Cop program created by Fallen Officers Remembered.

The vest donations were made

possible by a donation from drug forfeiture funds from the office of Luzerne County District Attorney, Jackie Musto Carroll, a donation from the Disabled American Veterans, Chapter 9, and by assistance from Kranson Uniform.

The Adopt A Cop program is in great need of funding to continue the mission to bring law enforcement officers home safe to

Fallen Officers Remembered, PO Box 2299, W-B, PA 18703.

If you are an agency with unused or expired ballistic vests, or want to learn about upcoming events, or if you are a law en-

forcement officer in need of a new bulletproof vest, please contact Jaclyn at 760-9034 or email FALOFFREM@aol.com or go to www.fallenofficersremembered.org.

Left to right: Jaclyn Pocceschi Mosley (Fallen Officers Remembered), Kirk Kranson (Kranson Uniform, Vice President), Officer Dion Fernandes (Pittston City), Doug Kranson (Kranson Uniform, President).

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Left to right: Kirk Kranson (Kranson Uniform, Vice President), Officer Crystal Matos(Old Forge Police Department), Jaclyn Pocceschi Mosley (Fallen Officers Remembered).

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SUNDAY DISPATCH, SUNDAY, MAY 1, 2011 The Wyoming Area Indoor Percussion Ensemble. Front row left to right: Dave Thomas, Katie Mahle, Ashley Donovan, Scarlet Coolbaugh, Emily Endres, Miranda Jones, and Rebecca Colwell. Back Row: Nick Viccica, Jess Dauber, Aaron Steve, Jay Rose, Tom Rose, Jess Martin, Tanner Homa, Ethan Crake, Meaghan Mahle, Greg Lynch, Alorah Colwell, Carly Costello and Sarah Stoss.

WA Percussion Ensemble six-for-six Indoor group places first At Chapter 7 Championship you’ll hear the show announcer say: The Wyoming Area Music Department is proud to present the 2011 Indoor Percussion program entitled ‘The Age of Anthracite: A Day in the Life.’

The show explores the lifestyle and daily routines of the average turn-ofthe-century coal miner.

Follow us from the first sound of the work bell, hop into a mine cart and join us on our descent into the mine.

It is here that our ‘black gold’ is drilled, shoveled and then transported to the surface where it is sorted by the breaker boys. Mining is a dirty job, but someone has to do it. Beware of caveins and black lung disease.

But fear not, for a miners’ life isn’t all hardships.

If you survive our journey you’re welcome to join us in the tavern, the place where every respectable coal miner will end his day on an upbeat note.

This year’s staff also includes: Eric Boylan, Asst. Director/ technician; Shea Riley, Director of Bands; Tom Wynder, Battery Arranger; Greg Riley, Pit Percussion Arranger; Adam R. Burdett, Percussion Sensei/ Spiritual guidance Musicians (miners) are: Jess Dauber, Dave Thomas, Nick Viccica, Greg Lynch, Jay Rose, Aaron Steve, Tanner Homa, Jess Martin, Sarah Stoss, Re-

becca Colwell, Tom Rose, Carly Costello, Emily Endres, Meaghan Mahle, Alorah Colwell, Scarlett Coolbaugh, Ethan Crake, Ashley Donovan, Miranda Jones and Katie Mahle.

The group has worked very hard over the past few months and traveled to Wildwood last week to compete in the TOB/TIA All-Chapter Indoor Championships. They were also featured on WNEP’s “Good Morning Pennsylvania” Monday, April 25, through Wednesday, April 27.

The percussion ensemble thanks the Wyoming Area School District and most of all the Wyoming Area Music Sponsors. Without all of their support none of this would even be possible.

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The Wyoming Area Indoor Percussion Ensemble won First Place at the Chapter 7 Championship on Sunday April 17 at Central Mountain High School in Mill Hall. The group competes in the Scholastic A Standstill division and is under the direction of Brendan J. Carter.

They participated in six competitions throughout the season and took first place each time.

Their show this year is titled “The Age of Anthracite: A Day in the Life”.

The ‘miners’ are clad in overalls and flannel shirts with coal dust covered faces; surrounded by chunks of ‘coal’, a ‘coal cart’, and mining scenery.

As they set up their instruments

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ca’s Parish, 363 W. Eighth Street, West Wyoming from 12:30 to 6 p.m. with a goal of 25 pints.

Tuesday, May 10, VFW Post #4909, 403 Main Street, Dupont, from 12:30 to 6 p.m. with a goal of 30 pints.

Sunday, May 15, Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, 529 Stephenson St. Duryea, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. with a goal of 26 pints.

Tuesday, May 31, Knights of Columbus, 55 St. Main St., Pittston, from 12:30 to 6 p.m. with a goal of 28 pints.

Reggae for Robert

Reggae for Robert VI, a night to donate, dine and dance for the benefit of autism awareness and support will be held on Saturday, August 6, 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish Center, William St., Pittston.

The evening features open bar, cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, dinner and dancing. There are also dozens of giveaways.

Live music will be provided by the band “Them Again.”

Tickets are limited to 200 and will be available soon.

The event is sponsored by The Earthly Angels autism Fund.

WA Class of ‘78

Frank Tierney and friends are planning an informal reunion for Wyoming Area’s Class of 1978 on May 21, at Rodano’s in Wilkes-Barre.

To RSVP or for more information please contact Frank Tierney atfptierney@hotmail.com; Paula Smith Opel atpopel@epix.netor 570-675-4722; or Patricia Bilder Forry atrjforry@comcast.netor 717-6953236.

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Lions Scholarships

The Hughestown Lions Club will sponsor three scholarships again this year. All participants must be from Hughestown and seniors at Pittston Area. Participants can get application forms from the guidance counselor at Pittston Area High School.

This year the club is proud to announce that a $500 scholarship has been added as well as two $250.00 scholarships.

This is just one of many func-

The Joan Harris Centre will be staging the classical ballet Don Quixote today, Sunday, May 1, at 2 p.m. at the E. L. Meyers High School Auditorium in Wilkes-Barre. Several dancers from the Greater Pittston area will be part of the cast of nearly 500. Long considered one of the world's most endearing ballets, the work is based on scenes from Cervante's famed novel.

Choreographers Elisabeth Harris and Jennifer Harris have faithfully maintained the classic repertoire of all the major roles, however, with the aid of the studio's ten other ballet instructors, choreographed scenes to allow for all the ballet students of the school to participate in the performance.

All of the dancers who will be appearing in this production of Don Quixote received their training at one of the Joan Harris Centre's campuses.

Pictured are some of the Greater Pittston area residents who will be part of the ballet Don Quixote.

Left to right, Keely Matthews, West Pittston, Lauren Parra, Pittston, Lauren Senese, Pittston, Amanda Sedor, Wyoming, Devaney Wood, West Wyoming, Nikki Giordano, Exeter.

tions that the Lions Club provides in the borough. Anyone wishing to join the club may call President Steve Golya at 6554552 or contact any member.

IAA Membership Drive

The Italian American Association of Luzerne County is conducting its 2011 Membership Drive. If you are of Italian Decent 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.

Chicken BBQ

The Falls Lions Club will hold a Chicken Barbecue Dinner (eat in or take out) today, Sunday, May 1, from 11 a.m. until sold out. Dinner includes half chicken, baked potato, baked beans, coleslaw, roll, dessert & refresh-

ments. Event will be held at the Volunteer Hall, Route 92, Falls.

Osteoporosis Seminar

Geisinger will host a free osteoporosis seminar at 5:30 p.m.

Monday, May 2, at Geisinger Specialty Services, Entrance C, 675 Baltimore Drive, WilkesBarre.

As you age, the risk for osteoporosis increases and it often strikes silently and without warning, making early detection vital. Geisinger rheumatology experts will be on hand for to discuss prevention, risk factors, diagnosis and treatment of osteoporosis in women and men. A demonstration of a DXA bone density scan - the gold standard in detecting osteoporosis - will be provided.

Registration is required.

Please call 1-800-275-6401 and say “CareLink,” or register online at www.geisinger.org/ events.

Rummage Sale

The Washington Square Residents’ Club, Washington Square Apartments, 163 South Washington Street, Wilkes-Barre, is sponsoring their annual Rummage Sale, May 4 and 5 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and May 6 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon (Bag Day).

There will also be a bake sale.

Lots of clothing, electrical items, knick-knacks, books, jewelry, and lots more.

“Hollywood Glamour” is this year’s theme for the 44th annual senior dinner dance sponsored by the Area Agency on Aging for Luzerne-Wyoming Counties.

This gala event will be held at Genetti’s Best Western, WilkesBarre on May 11 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Swing and sway or just listen to the wonderful tunes of this year’s entertainment, the “Fancy Dancer “band.

There will be over 65 door prizes and a grand prize donated

by Central Penn Gas for the lucky persons chosen to be the King and Queen of the dance.

Open to all adults, tickets are $21 for age 60 plus and $22 for under age 60. A cash bar is available.

Tickets can be purchased at any senior center listed on www.aginglw.org or by calling Rhonda Adams at #822-1159 Ext. 3337 or for more information call Brenda Lispi at # 8221159 Ext. 3333.

Vegetable Gardening

Growing your own vegetables is not difficult and is so fulfilling! You will never taste anything as good as your own fresh picked tomatoes, cucumbers, beans, or whatever vegetables you like. To help you do this, Mary Ann Miller, Penn State Extension Master Gardener in Luzerne County is conducting a workshop on Vegetable Gardening Basics on Wednesday, May 11. This workshop will be held at the Luzerne County West Side Annex, 2009 Wyoming Avenue, Forty Fort from 1:00 - 2:00 pm.

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Bayada Nurses will host an open house during National Nurses Week to honor the important work that nurses do every day for area residents. Members of the community and healthcare professionals are invited for light refreshments. The event will take place on Thursday, May 12, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Bayada Nurses office located at 1864 North Township

Boulevard, Route 11, Pittston By-Pass, Pittston.

“Our pediatric nurses help medically fragile children remain safe at home with their families, where they want to be,” said Carolyn Kozerski, director of the local Bayada pediatric office. “They make it possible for children with complex medical needs to return home from the hospital. They understand that

Third District GOP endorses for judge The Third District Republicans announced it will not be endorsing candidates for county council or school board.

Committee members are endorsing the Republican candidates for judge: Dick Hughes, Joseph F. Saporito Jr., and Jim

Haggerty.

In addition, a unanimous decision was made to endorse local Magisterial District Judge, Fred A. Pierantoni, for judge as well.

The next scheduled meeting is slated for May 23, at 7 p.m. at the Dupont VFW.

nothing is more important than the health and well-being of a child and we want to celebrate their commitment.”

Bayada Nurses offers a broad range of home health care services for adults, as well. Experienced nurses provide one-onone care and manage diverse diagnoses and high- tech equipment, including mechanical ventilators. Home health aides assist with personal care services such as bathing, personal hygiene, dressing, and exercising as well as supportive services.

“Bayada Nurses only hires

nurses who share in our commitment to deliver care with compassion, excellence, and reliability – our core values,” said Marian Lehman, director of the local Bayada adult office. “With an increasing demand for high-quality services, we are growing at a rate of 10–15% a year and that allows us to offer many rewarding opportunities throughout Columbia, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Montour, Sullivan, and Wyoming counties.”

Guests are invited to see the office, ask about services that Bayada provides, and apply for

job positions.

Bayada Nurses offers flexible schedules, weekly pay and benefits, exceptional clinical support, and career advancement with free training and scholarships in both pediatric and adult continuous care.

For more information about the open house on May 12, please call Bayada Nurses at 570-883-9022 (pediatrics) or 570-883-5600 (adults).

Founded in 1975, Bayada Nurses provides nursing, rehabilitative, therapeutic, and personal home health care services .

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Bayada celebrates National Nurses Week with Open House

Exceptional healthcare for your child, convenience and peace of mind for you.

Stella Marie Cruz, MD, board-certified pediatrician is now seeing patients in Dallas.

From well visits and colds to earaches and asthma. And much more. Geisinger–Dallas offers one-stop pediatric healthcare, including: Appointments available within 24 hours • On-site lab • An electronic health record that connects you with the powerful Geisinger network of specialists.

When your child requires an extra dose of experienced, convenient and compassionate care, you can count on Geisinger’s Janet Weis Children’s Hospital pediatrician, Stella Marie Cruz, MD, in Dallas. Now that’s peace of mind.

To schedule an appointment today, call 570-255-1188, or visit www.geisinger.org.

The First Congregational U.C.C. Of West Pittston will hold a Roast Beef Dinner on

Stella Marie Cruz, MD Pediatrician

Saturday, May 14, 2011 Donation: $9.00 Children under 12: $4.00

ALL YOU CAN EAT FAMILY STYLE

Serving: 5:00 P.M. - 7:00 P.M. Take Outs: Starting at 4:00 P.M.

For tickets, please call Jean Williams (654-0588).

Address: 500 Luzerne Avenue West Pittston, PA (corner of Luzerne and Washington Sts.)

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Opening Day parade, ceremony at Durye

Duryea Little League seniors recite the Little League pledge.

Seniors, kneeling, left to right: Gavin Malampy, Mia Barbieri, Marley O'Brie Jimmy Pliska, Sr., Justin Coyne, Jordan Black, Chris Klien, Jonathon Willi

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Duryea Little League seniors receive senior gifts.

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ea Little League

en, Roachel Kochanowski, Vicky Skientc, Jimmy Pliska, Jr. Standing: iams, Josh Mies, Tony Demark, Ron Ralston.

PHOTOS BY TONY CALLAIO

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Duryea Little League President Ron Ralston

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P R I M A R Y E L E C T I O N 2 0 11

Campenni leads Wyoming Area’s ‘A+ Team’ Dr. Estelle Campenni is seeking re-election to the Wyoming Area School Board. Dr. Campenni is an Associate Professor and Psychology Department Assistant Chair at Marywood University.

She received her Ph.D. in Experimental Psychology from Adelphi University and her B.A. in Psychology from Penn State.

Prior to her position at Marywood, Dr. Campenni served as an adjunct faculty member at Lafayette College, Villanova University.and Gwynedd Mercy College.

In her 16 years at Marywood, Dr. Campenni’s academic focus has been development of critical thinking skills, research proficiency and statistical abilities in graduate students seeking master’s and doctoral degrees. She was intimately involved in the development of both doctoral programs at Marywood and serves on numerous administrative committees at the University.

Dr. Campenni’s research focus is on simple, creative strategies to enhance mindfulness (which is the capacity to be aware and attentive to the present moment) in one’s personal and professional life.

Prior to choosing an academic position, Dr. Campenni was employed for seven years as a senior research analyst by various market research firms in the Philadelphia area working directly with executives from major pharmaceutical, computer and consumer corporations.

Estelle resides in West Pittston with her two sons, Trevor and Evan.

During her time on the Board thus far, Dr. Campenni has strived to enhance the fiscal responsibility of the District, support the fairest hiring practices possible and demand accountability and transparency in all communications between the Board and administration.

“More needs to be done to run the Wyoming School District like a highly efficient business and it is for this reason that I am teaming up with an A+ group of individuals who support the same values.”

Other members of the A+

Dr. Estelle Campenni

Tom Cason

Beth Gober-Mangan

Carl Yorina Jr.

Team are Tom Cason, Beth Gober-Mangan and Carl Yorina Jr.

Ambassadors Club national corporate achievement award.

Tom was a volunteer youth basketball coach for Wyoming Area and the Pittston YMCA. He was also a den leader for Cub Scout Pack 352 for many years.

Tom is a supporter of the Boy Scouts of America. Tom’s oldest son Dillon has earned the rank of Eagle Scout and his son Griffin holds the rank of Star from Troop 352, West Pittston.

“With the current budget short fall, the Board must focus more on ensuring a first class education for our children. I am making an open pledge of no nepotism.”

home mom, Beth began her career as an analytical chemist in the Research and Technology Development group of SCHOTT North America in Duryea. Beth has played a key role in the annual “Take Your Child to Work” activities which provide employees’ children the opportunity to experience various job possibilities in both a production and research environment. She also served as a leader for both the Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts of Exeter for fifteen years.

Children have always been her focus which Beth attributes to the strong influence of her heritage. “I am running for this position to ensure that a superior public school education is available to future generations. With the current deficit and the proposed state funding cuts, decisions will need to be based on facts and not on relationships.

Working with the educators, I want to develop a team that promotes and encourages more of our young adults to consider careers in the sciences.”

Beth and her husband Jim are the proud parents of Kate (WA’99), Sarah (WA’03) and Conner (WA’12). They are also the grandparents of Gabriel and Gwendolyn, future students of Wyoming Area.

Carl was born and raised in the Wyoming Area School District and is the son of Carl and Theresa Yorina of West Wyoming. He is a 1983 graduate of Wyoming Area. After graduation, Carl attended Johnson Technical Institute, where he received a degree in Biomedical Equipment Technology.

After completing his degree at Johnson Tech., Carl went on to attend the State University of New York at Binghamton where he completed his engineering studies and received a Bachelor’s degree in Electro-Mechanical Engineering. Carl is also a Pennsylvania State licensed sewage treatment operator and owns his own company that oversees the waste water treatment for various companies.

While attending college, Carl worked at the Celotex Corporation in Harding in production, quality, and engineering. After completing his engineering studies, Carl accepted a position with the Quaker Oats Corporation at their Gatorade manufacturing facility in Mountaintop. While with Quaker Oats, Carl served as a Project Engineer with design and maintenance responsibilities for a multi-million dollar production facility.

In 1999, Carl left Quaker Oats to accept a position with the Wyoming Area School District as the District’s Facilities Manager. While at Wyoming Area, Carl was responsible for all as-

Tom Cason

Tom Cason is pleased to announce his candidacy for the position of Director on the Wyoming Area Board of Education.

Tom has been a resident of West Pittston for the past 20 years. Tom is widower of the late Tamara Jo Shive Cason. He resides with his two sons Dillon 19 and Griffin 13.

Tom’s son Dillon is a 2010 graduate of Wyoming Area and is presently a pre-med honor student at the University of Scranton. Griffin is presently an eighth grade student at Wyoming Area.

Tom was born and raised in Manville, New Jersey, and is the son of James and Barbara Cason, currently of Swoyersville. He is a 1984 graduate of Manville High School. After graduation Tom attended and graduated from Somerset County College and Somerset County Technical Institute with an associate degree in mechanical engineering technology. Tom also attended Luzerne County Community College.

Before moving to West Pittston, Tom was employed by Industrial Cooling Corporation in South Plainfield, New Jersey, and was a member of local union 475 in the refrigeration division.

Tom has been employed by Honeywell International as an automation technician for 20 years.

In 1996 Tom was awarded the

Beth Gober-Mangan

Beth Gober-Mangan is pleased to announce her candidacy for the position of school director in the Wyoming Area School District. She is running on the A+ Team ticket which includes Dr. Estelle Campenni, Tom Cason, and Carl Yorina.

Beth is a resident of Exeter and a 1977 graduate of Wyoming Area. Due to the excellent education and guidance she received in high school, Beth was awarded a full four-year academic scholarship to Goucher College in Towson, Md., where she majored in Chemistry. Since high school, she has assisted her parents, Joe and Leona, in the operation of their family business, currently known as Gober’s Deco Lounge.

After several years as a stay at

Carl Yorino Jr.

Carl Yorina Jr. would like to announce his candidacy for the Wyoming Area Board of Education.

See A+ TEAM, Page 35

Aufiere announces candidacy for WA School Board

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school environment while fighting the increasing burden of

& 2011

school taxes on the community.”

The times leader

Michael A. Aufiere

along with their children have been long time residents of West Pittston.

His oldest daughter, Linnae, is a graduate of Wyoming Area. In her senior year while at Wyoming Area was named to Times Leader’s “The Best and the Brightest for 2009”. She is currently enrolled in the Masters in Federal Taxation program at Fairleigh Dickinson University.

His youngest daughter, Alana, is an elementary school student at Wyoming Area participating many school activities and enjoying every minute.

“The complete role of school tracted to operate the sewage treatment plant at Wyoming Area’s Harding school.

“Obviously, I cannot be a sitting board member and receive any payment for services. The District will retain the services of in house personnel to operate the plant and I will serve as a non-paid backup operator. I will also continue to monitor and test the drinking water at the Harding building at no charge to the District.

“With the looming state budget issues, I am very concerned with the District’s ability to seriously address the difficult decisions that need to be made. We need to run the District more like a business and less like a political entity. I am committed to see that the Board of Education strikes a balance between our children’s education and the public’s ability to fund it”.

Carl resides in Wyoming with his wife Angie and their two daughters Kaylee and Cara, both students at Wyoming Area.

Best Brightest CIVICS:

Thomas Hogan Omeed Firouzi Samantha Snyder Gabrielle Richards Robert Kost

BUSINESS SKILLS:

Brandon Harding Alexandra Petsuck Sara Lynn Kathryn Tressa

MATHEMATICS:

Timothy Yurish Noah James Long Danielle Phillips Katelyn Arcelay Ami Patel

FOREIGN LANGUAGES: Brianna Winter Jackeline Torres Amanda Lara Samantha Martin Cicely Hazell

MUSIC:

Megan Gallagher Kelcie Lushefski Molly Allan Eric Petterson II Julia Kundratic

PERFORMING ARTISTS:

Jillian A. Puhalla Meghan Hourigan Courtney Prozeralik Katie Joyce Amanda Urbanski

ATHLETICS:

Selena Adamshick Michael Papi Shelley Black Lauren Skudalski

ART:

Neil Mattern Loren Schott Rachel Spect Delilah Van Gorden

ENGLISH & LITERATURE:

Rebecca Ann Richards Caitlin Vitale Joseph Hornak

COMPUTERS & TECHNOLOGY:

Jacob Daniels Sergey Ivanov Karisa Nicole Calvitti

JOURNALISM: Brianna Wise Matthew Morgis Rebecca Farrell

Each year The Times Leader Best & Brightest program honors local high school students for their scholastic achievements and community service.

Listed here are this year’s finalists.

The final winners for each category will be announced at The Times Leader’s 2011 Best & Brightest Awards Ceremony to be held at The Woodlands Inn & Resort on Wednesday, May 11, 2011.

SCIENCE & ENVIRONMENT:

Letitia Warunek Carly Sokach Alexandra Elizabeth Chapin Sara Brozena Pierce Donovan

SERVICE TO THE E COMMUNITY:

Linnae Homza Courtney Sult ne Morgan Elise McGrane Erin Ryan Ronald Klepadlo

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pects of buildings and grounds.

Carl also operated the district’s sewage treatment plant at the Sara J. Dymond School in Harding during his employment.

In 2007, Carl left Wyoming Area to accept a position with Procter and Gamble at their plant in Mehoopany as a Process\Project Engineer.

In 2009, Carl returned to what he loved best when he accepted a position with the Hazleton Area School District as Director of Operations. At Hazleton Area, Carl is responsible for overseeing buildings and grounds, maintenance, capital projects, transportation, and food service.

Carl’s school facilities management and private industry experience, combined with his educational background, are assets that will serve him well if elected to the School Board.

Presently, Carl’s company is con-

director should be to promote exceptional education within a safe

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Michael A. Aufiere would like to announce his candidacy for a seat on the Wyoming Area School Board.

Michael feels his extensive business and financial experience can be an asset in dealing with the growing current budget deficit at Wyoming Area Michael graduated from King’s College in 1979 with two bachelors of science, one in Accounting and another in Finance.

Since his college graduation has been the managing general partner of several restaurants and the sole proprietor of a foodservices and a food management company.

Since 1999, he has been the registered principal of The Megele Aufiere Co., a federally registered Commodities Trading Advisory under the jurisdiction of the United State Commodities Futures Trading Commission.

Michael has been trading for his own personal account throughout the global currency markets while doing research to develop money management based trading systems.

Michael and his wife, Patti,

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Atty. Paula Radick a candidate for Luzerne County judge Attorney Paula Radick, a Hazleton native and attorney with the Law Firm of Elliott Greenleaf & Dean in Wilkes-Barre, announced her intent to run for Luzerne County Judge.

A registered Democrat, she is cross-filed on both party tickets for the May primaries.

Attorney Radick said she will run a true grassroots campaign based on her values, beliefs and commitment to the residents of Luzerne County. Her campaign slogan is “Paula Radick for the People.”

“I have served the public for more than half of my legal career and feel that it is time to devote the rest of my career to public service,” said Attorney Radick.

“It’s a new era in the Luzerne County courts and I want to be a part of it.

“As an attorney committed to my clients, the lack of integrity in our legal system in the past has been extremely frustrating to me. I feel that everyone deserves their day in court with a well-prepared judge who knows the law.

“My experience for judge is well rounded, from my years in the DA’s office to my pro bono

Attorney Paula Radick

work for victims of domestic violence and my years as a state and federal litigator. I have tried cases on both sides of the aisle in court and I believe this experience is very important to enable you to make truly unbiased decisions. The bottom line, I’m running because I feel I am well prepared to be an excellent judge.”

Attorney Radick brings 14 years of federal and state court trial experience to the clients she serves. She currently serves as a

Criminal Justice Panel Attorney for the Middle District of Pennsylvania. She is a federal litigator and former Assistant District Attorney with the Luzerne County District Attorney’s office where she specialized in high technology and sex crimes.

She also held the position as the Managing Attorney for the Barbara J. Hart Justice Center; a pro bono legal services organization representing the family law needs of domestic violence victims.

Attorney Radick graduated cum laude from King’s College and went on to earn her J.D. from the Dickinson School of Law at Pennsylvania State University.

She previously served as Vice President of the Wilkes-Barre Law and Library Association’s Young Lawyers Division where she also served as chairperson of the annual volunteer project with the St. Vincent DePaul Soup Kitchen.

She was also an Adjunct Professor of Criminal Law & Procedure and Constitutional Law at Pennsylvania State University and has been featured as a guest speaker and lecturer on different

areas of criminal law.

In 2003, Attorney Radick received the Outstanding Young Lawyer of the Year Award from the Wilkes-Barre Law and Library Association’s Young Lawyers Division and in July of 2003, she received the Distinguished Service Award from the Bar Association’s Executive Committee.

She is a graduate of the Leadership Wilkes-Barre Class of 2006 and also a member of the LWB Alumni Council. She is also a member of POWER! Professionals organized & working to enrich the region, the Hazleton Art League and the WilkesBarre Family YMCA. Attorney Radick is a member of the Bars of the United States Supreme Court, Supreme Court of Pennsylvania and the United States District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania; she is also a member of the Criminal Court and the Computer Committees of the Wilkes-Barre Law and Library Association.

Attorney Radick was born into a hard working family where she learned the value of hard work and integrity. She is the daughter

of Mary Lou Onorati Radick and Paul Radick, who served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict, then came home and worked his way through college and began a career in accounting and insurance.

“My father was one of eight siblings. With no money, and just a lot of hard work, he was able to work his way up from the bottom to eventually becoming the president of Penn Miller’s Insurance before he passed away in 1990,” Attorney Radick said. “He was such an inspiration to me. I just have so much respect for him and my mother and also my grandparents, all of whom instilled in me the values of hard work, honesty and respect.

“My grandfathers on both sides were immigrants who really looked at the United States as the land of opportunity. One worked as a linotype operator at the Sunday Independent and the other worked on the railroad. I am so proud of what they accomplished, which is just one of the reasons I hope to serve the residents of Luzerne County as judge,” Attorney Radick added.

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Atty. Molly Hanlon Mirabito a candidate for judge Molly Hanlon Mirabito announced her candidacy for Judge of the Court of Common Pleas of Luzerne County.

“Luzerne County has been in the news for the last two years. It has been a challenging time, but also a time of change. While we still face daunting tasks, I’m confident that we can work together to keep the county moving forward. The Court has implemented some positive changes and other changes are yet to come. I believe I can best contribute by running for and serving as judge,” she said..

“John Kennedy once said that candidates should submit their records and views to the voters. I agree. And an important part of this picture is a candidate’s experience – experience in the courtroom and experience working with the law on a day to day basis. I have this experience.

“As an Assistant District At-

Molly Hanlon Mirabito

torney, I prosecute criminals…I work with crime victims and their families... I collaborate with law enforcement officers and agencies. In my private practice, I advise and represent families and clients on numerous le-

gal matters. I have been a practicing attorney in Luzerne County for over 22 years.

“When applied fairly, the law is the great equalizer. It protects society, and it protects the individual. A judge must have integrity and experience with the law …and understand the impact it has in each of our lives. I expressed these words and ideas in the last election, and I’m repeating them now. I believe they are fundamental truths…and such truths stand the test of time.”

Molly Hanlon Mirabito is a lifelong Luzerne County resident and lives in Forty Fort with her husband, Michael Mirabito.

Molly attended King’s College, Wilkes-Barre, graduating with a B.A. in 1984.

Molly subsequently earned her law degree in 1987 from the University of Notre Dame, South Bend, Indiana.

Molly has been practicing law

in Luzerne County for over 22 years.

A member of Teamsters Local

401, Molly is an Assistant D. A. and has a private practice in Kingston.

Atty. Tony Ross a candidate for judge Attorney Tony Ross announced his candidacy for Judge on Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas. Tony graduated from Villanova University and then Duquesne University School of Law and has been practicing civil and criminal law throughout his career. Tony began his career with a large civil firm in Pittsburgh, then became an Assistant District Attorney for Luzerne County prosecuting homicide, felony and misdemeanor cases with an emphasis on prosecuting sexual assault

cases.

He is currently practicing civil law with the firm Marshall, Dennehey, Warner, Coleman & Goggin located in Moosic, handling automobile, premise liability and professional liability, as well as complex insurance cases.

Tony grew up in the East End section of Wilkes-Barre and is a graduate of Bishop Hoban High School.

Tony and his wife, the former Allison Perry of Hazleton, have two children and currently live in Mountain Top.

By Jack Smiles

More than 150 people were in and out of Rooney’s Pub on Main Street Friday night for the third annual Blogfest.

The event was hosted by political bloggers Joe Valenti of Pittston Politics.com and Dave Yonki of the LuLacletter.com.

Yonki said he and Valenti aren’t hiding. “A lot of bloggers are anonymous. Joe and I put our names on our work. It’s a good way for the readers to meet the people behind the screen.”

Also on hand was Ben Hoon of Plains, aka Gort42, one of the original political bloggers in the area. He started the Blogfest three years ago. Two years ago it moved to Pittston. He came up with the rules: no speeches, must buy drinks and “everyone must wear clothes.”

Casey Evans, a candidate for the County Council, said the event is a relief from the usual political rallies. “It’s fantastic.

It’s informal. It’s a let your hair down event. No matter where you stand on the issues, it’s fun to just hang out.

Judge candidate Jen Rogers agreed. “It’s a unique opportunity to meet members of the blog community. It’s a way to bridge the gap between online and real life. And it’s a way for people to get to know who you are without all the political rhetoric.”

Among the many other candidates who dropped in were Michelle Bednar, Ed Brominski, Stan Knick, John Adonizio, Wil Toole, and Jim Bobeck, county council; Estelle Campenni, WA school board; Barb Zangre, Pittston council; Marc Bufalino, Joe Saporito and Vito DeLuca, county judge.

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Clockwise from top left, Wil Toole, county council candidate chats with Dave Yonki. Bloggers Dave Yonki and Joe Valenti were the hosts of blogfest. Ed Brominski, county council candidate talks to Tom Bindus.

Bindus is happy to meet county council candidate Michelle Bednar.

Judge candiate Vito DeLuca, left, with blogger Ben Hoon and Lynette Villano. Jim Zarra and Kathy Andreko.

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Old Forge Eagle Scout is NE Chapter Winner The 2010 Northeast Chapter Winner and recipient of the distinguished SAR Eagle Scout Medal was Jason Sniegowski.

Jason is the son of Robert and Diane Sniegowski of Old Forge.

He is a member of Old Forge Boy Scout Troop Number 61, and throughout his scouting career, he served his troop in leadership positions such as troop Patrol Leader, Den Chief, Senior Patrol Leader, and Junior Assistant Scoutmaster.

Jason is a Brotherhood Member of the Order of the Arrow, and he has currently earned a total of 51 merit badges, including American Heritage and Genealogy.

Besides attending regular weekend troop camping trips and week-long summer camps at Goose Pond, Jason has also attended three Traveling Camporees, the 2010 National Jamboree in Fort A.P. Hill, Virginia, and he been chosen to attend and work the 2011 World Scout Jamboree in Sweden this summer.

Jason is a senior at Old Forge High School and is a member of the National Honor Society, the Vice President of the Student Council, and was the starting goal keeper for the Varsity Soc-

Ira Haines, Diane Sniegowski, Carol Haines, Jason Sniegowski, Rachel Sniegowski, Sue Sniegowski, Bob Sniegowski, and Rob Sniegowski.

cer Team for the past three years.

Jason is also a member of the Navy Sea Cadet Corps in which he currently holds the rank of E-2 Seaman Apprentice, and he plans to attend college next year and major in Engineering.

His Patriotic Essay for the Scholarship was titled “The Bat-

tle of Point Pleasant.�

In addition to receiving the distinguished SAR Eagle Scout Medal, Jason also received a certificate of recognition, a SAR Eagle Scout Patch, and a cash award of $100.00.

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Chapter Runner-up David DeMola and Chapter Winner Jason Sniegowski

Chapter Winner Jason Sniegowski with his parents, Diane and Robert Sniegowski

Chapter Winner Jason Sniegowski with his Scoutmaster, Vito Russo

Concert today at Langcliffe Presbyterian Church Are you searching for a nice way to spend your afternoon today? If you answered yes, then look no further than the special concert that is taking place at the Langcliffe Presbyterian Church.

The congregation of the Langcliffe Presbyterian Church, 1001 Main St., will host a concert by the Northeast Choral Society Youth Division today at 3 p.m. in the church sanctuary.

Refreshments will be served following the concert.

A free will offering will be accepted as well as non-perishable food donations for a local food pantry.

Raffle Winners

Congratulations to this week’s winners of St. Mary’s Church’s Pot of Gold raffle: Anne Dillon; Bob and Marie Schneider; Joan Emlaw, Linda Pramick, Barbara Sincavage, and Jim White.

May Crowning

St. Mary’s/SS. Peter and Paul’s Churches will have its May Crowning today during the 11:30 a.m. Mass at St. Mary’s Church, 715 Hawthorne St. Samantha Iovachinni will serve as the May Queen to crown the Blessed Mother.

Her court will consist of Taryn Whitman, Amy Hoover, and Mackenzie Carroll. The crown bearer will be Mary McAdarra.

Waleski Camp

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

cil meeting will begin at 7 p.m.

Wildcats Signups

multiple family members attending the camp.

For more information, please contact Coach Waleski at 4571206 or stanwaleski@yahoo.com or Coach LoBrutto at 654-8030. Camp information is also available at www.stanwaleski.com.

VFW Auxiliary

V.F.W. Post 8335 Ladies Auxiliary will have a brief meeting Monday, May 2 at 6 p.m. at the post home, 915 Main St. President June Fitzgerald will preside over the meeting.

Mary Ann Ruane will be installing the officers elected for the 2011-2012 term at this time: June Fitzgerald, president; Mary Ann Tigue, senior vice president; Joan Emlaw, junior vice president; Patricia Rinkus, treasurer; Patricia Bartnicki, chaplain; Sylvia Smith, conductress; Betty Lewis, guard; Mary Starinsky, patriotic instructor; Mary Orluk, secretary; and trustees Mary Hadley, Marilyn O’Boyle, and Elaine Frietas.

Following the installation ceremony, dinner will be served.

All members should attend this important meeting.

Yard Waste

Avoca Borough will have yard waste collections Tuesday, May 3 and 17 weather permitting. In addition to collecting grass clippings and leaves, the borough workers will also collect other yard waste including shrubs, hedge clippings, and tree limbs.

Please note that grass clippings, leaves, and brush must be placed in separate containers.

The tree limbs should not exceed three feet in length and one-half inch in diameter.

Please note that rocks, stones,

dirt, and animal waste are not acceptable forms of yard waste and will not be collected.

A maximum of three open containers, not exceeding 30 pounds, will be allowed per collection.

Please do not put your collection items in plastic bags. They will not be collected. Collection items should be placed curbside by 8 a.m. on the collection date.

Please note due to the large volume of yard waste and grass, the collection may take two or three days to complete.

Please leave your items curbside. They will be collected.

Food Giveaway

The Avoca Lions Club will have their monthly food giveaway Thursday, May 5 from 46:30 p.m. at the Bethel United Methodist Church, 532 Main St. Volunteers are needed to unload the truck at 1:30 p.m.

Individuals who use this service are encouraged to bring boxes and bags with them for their goods.

For more information, please call Mary Ann at 457-7619.

Healing Mass

St. Mary’s/SS. Peter and Paul’s Churches will have their First Friday healing Mass May 6 at 7 p.m. at St. Mary’s Church, 715 Hawthorne St. The parishioners invite all to come and receive the healing that only Christ can give.

Pastoral Council

St. Mary’s/SS. Peter and Paul’s Churches’ parish pastoral council will meet Monday, May 9 in St. Mary’s Rectory, 715 Hawthorne St.

The Duryea Wildcats will have an early sign-up session May 11 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Duryea Sports Complex, corner of Kramer and Shaft Streets, Duryea.

All participants must submit their birth certificate, two proofs of residency, a photo, and medical clearance from a doctor to play.

The registration fee is $60 and 20 tickets for a single family and $60 and 25 tickets for a family of two or more. Returning players who have not returned their uniforms are asked to do so at this time.

For more information, please e-mail Wildcatsmommy05@verizon.net.

lor.

This year’s tournament will be played in memory of Judge Thomas Gibbons. Registration information can be obtained by calling the parish office at 4573412.

For sponsorship information, please e-mail Jimbo McMahon at jimmcmahon1@verizon.net.

Implementation Team

St. Mary’s/SS. Peter and Paul’s Churches’ implementation team will meet Tuesday, May 17 at 7 p.m. in St. Mary’s Rectory, 715 Hawthorne St. Women’s Guild

St. Mary’s/SS. Peter and Paul’s Churches’ women’s guild will have their annual Communion luncheon Sunday, May 22 at 12:30 p.m. in St. Mary’s School auditorium, 742 Spring St.

Music Group

Social Concerns

St. Mary’s/SS. Peter and Paul’s Churches’ contemporary music group will participate in the Saturday, May 14 and 28 5:30 p.m. Masses at St. Mary’s Church, 715 Hawthorne St.

St. Mary’s/SS. Peter and Paul’s Churches’ social concerns committee will meet Tuesday, May 24 at 7 p.m. in St. Mary’s Rectory, 715 Hawthorne St.

Night at the Races

Finance Council

The Avoca A.O.H. will have sponsor a Night at the Races Saturday, May 14 at the West Side Social Club, 711 McAlpine St. The doors will open at 6:30 p.m., and the races will begin at 7:30 p.m.

Race sponsorships are $50.

And horse sponsorships are $10 which includes admission, food, and beverages at the event.

All proceeds will benefit the A.O.H. scholarship program.

St. Mary’s/SS. Peter and Paul’s Churches’ finance council will meet Tuesday, May 31 at 7 p.m. in St. Mary’s Rectory, 715 Hawthorne St.

Golf Tournament

St. Mary’s Church will have its annual St. Mary’s Classic golf tournament Sunday, May 15 at Pine Hills Country Club, Tay-

Until Next Time

That’s about it for this week!

If you would like something to appear in next Sunday’s edition of the Avoca News, please e-mail 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.

Please be sure to include your name and phone number with any correspondence in case I need to reach you.

Have a great week!

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The Stan Waleski Basketball Camp will take place July 11-29 at the St. Joseph’s Oblates Seminary gymnasium, 1880 Highway 315, Pittston, for boys and girls in Kindergarten through eighth grade.

The camp stresses fundamentals, skills, team play, and fun.

All attendees will receive a camp T-shirt and certificate.

Discounts are available for players who register by May 1.

There are also discounts for

May Crowning today at St. Mary’s Church The agenda meeting will take AVOCA place at 6:30 p.m., and the coun-

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Softball, Teeball League Opening Day next Saturday The Dupont Softball/Teeball League will hold Opening Day this Saturday, May 7, with ceremonies starting at 2 p.m.

Due to the expected large crowd, car pooling is suggested to cut down on traffic and parking congestion. Please bring lawn/camp chairs as seating is limited.

There will be guest speakers and all teams will play a one inning exhibition game - weather permitting, fun, food and prizes.

Player photos will also be taken.

Teams are as follows: Teeball Dupont Monument, Paul Brady Construction, Casey Kassa, Pannunzio Law, Mark’s Landscaping, PACC and Northeast Fireworks. Ponyball Softball - GP AMVETS; Dupont VFW-10u Softball; Atlantic Propane-12uSoftball ; Baloga Funeral Home, Bow Clinic 14u Softball Pierantoni Law 17u Softball Bow Clinic.

Bowlers Banquet

Tickets are now on sale for the Dupont Jr. Bowlers’ banquet to be held on Sunday, May 15, at 3:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish Center. Please contact Donna at Dupont Lanes for information and/or tickets.

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VFW Meeting

DUPONT ANN MARIE PADDOCK

654-0897 dupont.news@comcast.net

The VFW Post 4909 will hold its next meeting at 7 p.m. on May 2 at the post home.

Many items of importance such as May Poppy Drive, the Memorial Day parade and new flag replacement at cemeteries will be discussed, and reports will be given. Commander John Phillips will preside.

The Home Association meeting will follow. Food, refreshments and camaraderie will be provided after both meetings.

Tax Reminder

William Elko, Tax Collector, reminds residents that the rebate value on the 2011 County/Municipal taxes will end on Monday, May 2. Face Value will be in effect on Tuesday, May 3 to July 1.

Softball Tournament

The 5th Annual Dupont Softball Tournament has been scheduled for July 15-17 at the Dupont Little League Field. All proceeds from this tournament will benefit the Dupont Little League, the Dupont Lions Club and other local charities.

The games are set to begin on

Friday, July15 at 7 p.m., continue all day Saturday, July 16, before concluding on Sunday, July 17.

This event will be a double-elimination tournament which guarantees each participating team at least two games played.

Entry fee for each team will be $150.00 with prizes being awarded to the winner and runner-up of the event.

For further information or to enter a team please contact Rob Lopata at 883-0185 as entrants are limited.

Basketball Clinic

A boys basketball clinic will be held at Holy Redeemer High School in Wilkes-Barre for boys in grades 4 through 9 on June 23, 24, and 25. Fee is $60.00 per player. Call Coach Mark Belenski at 570-262-9562 for more information and to register.

Collecting DVDs

Sarah Snyder, a student at Holy Redeemer High School, is currently working on her Girl Scout Silver Award. She is collecting adult and children DVDs to send to the head trauma unit at John Heinz Rehab Hospital and

also the pediatric unit at Mercy Hospital.

There will be a box in the back of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church and also at the Dupont Municipal Building to drop the DVD’s off in. Any donation is greatly appreciated.

Sportsmen’s Club

The Elm Street Sportsmen’s Club original meeting date set for Sunday, May 8, has been changed to Sunday, May 15. The meeting will be held at the Club House in Suscon beginning at 7:00 p.m. John Lizak will preside.

PACC Meeting

The Polish American Citizens Club of Elm Street, Dupont, will hold their regular monthly meeting at 2 p.m. on Sunday May 15, at the Club home. PACC Active members are encouraged to attend; refreshments will be served after the meeting.

First Communion

The following Sacred Heart of Jesus young parishioners who are receiving First Holy Communion today at the 10:30 a.m. services: Bradley Augenstein ; Gwen Balavage; Halle Bryk; Jeremy Cook ; Ava DeSena; Emilee DiMaggio; Janelle Dudek ; Frank Gilchrist; Brendan Kelly; Karyn Klocko; Braden Kozak; Martin Kuna; Leana Lombardo; Matthew Martin; Sarah Murphy; Bruce Rydzy; Abby Swartz Bulk Pickups

Reservations are being accepted for spring cleaning bulk pickups which will take place on Thursdays and Fridays during the month of May. Contact the municipal office for available dates and times. Information regarding yard maintenance, dog ordinance, pavilion rental and park cleanup can be found on the Dupont borough website at www.dupontpa.info.

Eco-tip

Here is Joey Jones Eco-tip of the week: Now that it’s spring, it’s time for spring cleaning. Go through all of your old things and donate what you don’t use anymore to the Salvation Army so that others can reuse those things. It will be appreciated!

Sacred Heart Meetings

Meeting schedule for Sacred Heart of Jesus Church: Women’s Society will meet in the church hall on Tuesday, May 3 at 6:30 p.m.; Holy Name Society will meet in the church hall on See DUPONT, Page 42

Several Lions from the Dupont Lions were honored by the District Governor Eileen Yurish. From left to right are Lion Ken Shambie - Proud sponsor award, Lion Janet Rooney - Proud Lion Award, District Governor Eileen Yurish, President Lion Stanley Knick- Proud Lion Award, and Lion Ann Marie Paddock - Proud Lion Award.

It looks like spring has finally sprung in Duryea. And with it comes the completion of much awaited street paving projects throughout town.

Duryea Borough recently awarded a street paving project for eight borough streets. American Asphalt, who was the low bidder for the project, will complete it for $322,304.50. The work has been started and will continue over the next few weeks.

The streets designated for resurfacing include Constitution Avenue, lower Hope Street, Jenkins Street, Mitchell Street, Wright Street, South Street, Wood Street, and Miner’s Court.

Residents on these streets are asked to bear with any inconveniences during the paving project.

The project is being funded by a $200,000.00 local share account grant and $122,304.50 of liquid fuels funds.

Happy Birthday

Happy birthday to Paul Echalk who will celebrate his special

DURYEA

Wildcats Signups

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

Sewer Authority

day Saturday, May 7.

Waleski Camp

The Stan Waleski Basketball Camp will take place July 11-29 at the St. Joseph’s Oblates Seminary gymnasium, 1880 Highway 315, Pittston, for boys and girls in Kindergarten through eighth grade. The camp stresses fundamentals, skills, team play, and fun.

All attendees will receive a camp T-shirt and certificate. Discounts are available for players who register by May 1. There are also discounts for multiple family members attending the camp.

For more information, please contact Coach Waleski at 4571206 or stanwaleski@yahoo.com or Coach LoBrutto at 654-8030. Camp information is also available at www.stanwaleski.com.

The Duryea Borough Sewer Authority will have its regular monthly meeting Monday, May 2 at 7 p.m. at the Duryea Municipal Building, 315 Main St. The public is invited to attend.

Meet the Candidate

Friends of Mike Vough for Judge will sponsor a meet the candidate night Tuesday, May 3 from 7-9 p.m. at the Germania Hose Company, 400 Foote Ave. Refreshments will be served.

Admission is free. The public is invited to attend.

Excelsior Meeting

The members of the Excelsior Hose Co. No. 2 will have their regular monthly meeting Thursday, May 5 at 7 p.m. at the hose company, 798 Foote Ave. All members are urged to attend.

The Duryea Wildcats will have an early sign-up session May 11 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Duryea Sports Complex, corner of Kramer and Shaft Streets, Duryea.

All participants must submit their birth certificate, two proofs of residency, a photo, and medical clearance from a doctor to play. The registration fee is $60 and 20 tickets for a single family and $60 and 25 tickets for a family of two or more. Returning players who have not returned their uniforms are asked to do so at this time.

For more information, please e-mail Wildcatsmommy05@verizon.net.

Wimpie Luncheon

The Friendly Social Club of Crossin Towers will have a wimpie and hot dog luncheon Thursday, May 12 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the community room of Crossin Towers, 500 Brown St. The menu includes your choice of a wimpie or hot dog, potato chips, dessert, and iced tea or coffee. The lunch is $3.50 per person. Takeouts will be available too.

The chairpersons for this event are Shirley Milazzo and Ann Perrin. The committee members are Marie Chromey, Peggy Murphy, Paul Echalk, Bob Perrin, Jean Richel, and Margaret Miletta.

Night at the Races

The Avoca A.O.H. will have

sponsor a Night at the Races Saturday, May 14 at the West Side Social Club, 711 McAlpine St., Avoca. The doors will open at 6:30 p.m., and the races will begin at 7:30 p.m. Race sponsorships are $50. And horse sponsorships are $10 which includes admission, food, and beverages at the event. All proceeds will benefit the A.O.H. scholarship program.

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Street paving project is underway in borough

Sons of Legion

The Sons of the American Legion (S.A.L.S.), Squadron 585, will meet Sunday, May 15 at 3 p.m. at the post home, 329 Main St. The nomination of officers will take place at this time. The offices available for nomination are commander, senior vicecommander, junior vice-commander, historian, and sergeant at arms.

Any S.A.L.S member in good standing may run for these offices. Please note the meeting was moved from the second Sunday of the month due to Mother’s Day. Pizza Sale

The Sons of the American Legion, Squadron 585, in conjunction with the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary to Post 585, will have an Old Forge style pizza sale Friday, May 20 at the post home, 329 Main St. The cost is $10 per tray. Toppings are extra.

To place your order, please call the post home at 457-4242 by May 19.

REHOSKI’S MARKET 201 Foote Avenue, Duryea FREE DELIVERY! CALL 457-8881

OPEN DAILY: 6 a.m.-7 p.m. • Saturday & Sunday ‘til 5 p.m.

PHOTO BY BILL TARUTIS

FRESH & SMOKED KIELBASI

Bologna ............................................$3.99 lb.

Polish Imported Ham ........................$5.99 lb.

Clearfield American Cheese ..............$3.99 lb.

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State Senator John Blake and State Representative Mike Carroll met with members of the Duryea Borough Council to discuss the pending demolition of the former Silk Mill on Jones Street in Duryea.

The dilapidated building has been an eyesore and neighborhood safety hazard for decades. Blake and Carroll successfully worked with Duryea officials to secure state funding to complete the demolition and prepare the property for single family building lots. Demolition is expected to begin within 45 days. Sen. Blake, left, borough manager Lois Morreale, Duryea council member Audrey Yager, council chair Audrey Collier-Marcinko, council vice chair Joan Orloski, and state Rep. Carroll stand outside of the old silk mill on Jones Street in Duryea.

Center Cut Pork Chops or Roast ........$1.99 lb Stuffing Pork Chops .......................... $1.99 lb.

Country Style Spareribs..................... $1.99 lb.

Quick Fry Pork Chops........................ $1.99 lb.

Boneless Pork Roast .......................... $2.59 lb.

Smoked Bacon.................................. $4.99 lb.

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Penny Auction today at St. Peter’s, in Hughestown HUGHESTOWN St. Peter’s Lutheran church Rock St. Hughestown will hold their Penny Auction today from 2 p.m. All are invited.

Park Stand

Finishing touches are being applied to the stand in the Robert Yaple Park but funding is still needed to complete the project.

Contact the borough building if you can help. The committee appreciates any amount you can spare.

Council Session

Hughestown Borough Council work session will be held Thursday, May 5, at 7 p.m., with Wayne Quick presiding.

The regular council meeting is May 9 at 7:30 p.m.

Picnic in Park

Plans for the Picnic in the Park are being made. Time and day for a planning meeting will be announced.

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Wednesday, May 4 at 7 p.m.; Picnic Committee will meet in the rectory’s lower on Monday, May 9 at 7 p.m.; the Building and Grounds Committee will meet in the lower level of the rectory on Tuesday, May 10 at 7 p.m.; Senior Outreach Committee will meet in the lower level of the rectory on Tuesday, May 10 at 6:30 p.m.

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Night at the Races

The Avoca AOH will hold a Night at the Races on May 14.

Race sponsorships are only $50 and horse sponsorships are $10 which includes your admission, food and beverages.

Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. and racing will begin at 7:30 p.m. at the West Side Social Club in West Avoca. All proceeds will benefit the AOH scholarship program.

The Hughestown Police Department and Hughestown Lions Club held their annual Easter egg hunt on April 16 at the Hughestown Fire Hall. Eveyone in attendance had a great time and no one left without some goodies. Two lucky children won bicycles at the event. Also on April 22, the Police Dept. and Lions Club delivered baskets and candy for the residents of St. Joseph's Home in Hughestown. Pictured with the winners of the bicycles are: Hughestown Lion Club member, Robert Zielinski; President of the Lions Club and Chief of Police, Steve Golya and Lions Club member, Phil Falvo. Both thank the businesses that donated and for making this event possible.

Barletta Hours

A representative from Congressman Lou Barletta’s office will be available at the West Pittston Municipal Building on Exeter Avenue, the first and third Wednesdays of every month from 10:00 a.m. to noon.

The representative will be there to answer questions from residents regarding Medicare, Social Security, Veterans benefits, etc. No appointments are necessary, any resident with questions or concerns are welcome to stop by during these hours.

Homecoming Meeting

The Dupont Schools Homecoming Committee will meet on Sunday, May 15, at 2:00 p.m. at the VFW Post Home.

Service Schedule

Dupont service schedule for the week of May 1 is as follows: Monday, May 2 -Purple refuses bags Tuesday, May 3 - Ashes, yard

waste.

Wednesday, May 4 - Recycling cans and bottles 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 654-0897.Send your news items by Wednesday evening. Please include a contact phone number.

Bowling Results

Magic Circle High Scratch Series Scores: John Colarusso, 651; Chris Renfer, 630; Paul CHmiel, 614; Francis Pupa, 578; Edward Collins, 573; Wally Zieminski, 56; Don Whiting, 547; Joseph Chmiel, 545; Michael SPece, 539; Rich Wagner, 537.

Friday Junior/Senior High Scratch Series Scores: Men’s Division: Michael Lenchak, 640; Billy Jr. Elko, 604; Michael Szumski, 538; Austin Elko, 533; John Deleo, 518.

Women’s Division: Elena

Domnick, 550; Irene Magdon, 478.

Dupont Bowlerettes High Scratch Series Scores: Donna Kasa, 559; Connie Berlinski, 528; Irene Jemiola, 500; MaryLou Fereck, 492; Debbie Stevens, 479; Kim Kishel, 476; MaryAnn Shugdinis, 459; Helen Zapotoski, 456; Gracelynn Williamson, 456.

Warehouse Mixed Men’s Division: Ed Markovich, 621; Dom Tafani, 611; Matt Charney, 591; Ed Warunek, 514; John Doran, 509.

Women’s Division: Noel Horwath, 446; Dupont Prep Boys High Scratch Series Scores: Jesse Carlen, 414; Evan Elko, 388; Joey Jones, 357; Dylan Kelly, 353; Zachary Garbarino, 345; Calvin Sutcliffe, 326; Michael Walsh, 319; Brandon Savokinas, 310; Charles Kulick, 289; Nick Arcarese, 273.

Bantam/Prep Boys High Scratch Series Scores: Joe Wruble, 218; Anthony DePascale, 196; Tyler Cegelka, 176; Jeremy Lavellem 171; Tommy

Dessoye, 170; Marc Piechota, 164; Tyler Granahan, 163; Charlie Boswell, 130; Nicolas Aschenback, 119; Zachary Elko, 105.

Bantam/Prep Girls High Scratch Series Scores: Samantha Piechota, 289; Leah Hodick, 232; Morgan Mesaris, 194; Hannah Marunich, 190; Janelle Dudek, 188; Gabrielle Rose, 152; Emily Dessoye, 116; Madison Mesaris, 82.

Dupont Mixed Boys High Scratch Series Scores: Peter Kulick, 677; Spencer Saxon, 556; Zachary McKitish, 516; Dave Pacovsky, 489; Stephen Yuhas, 488; Keith Boone, 480; Jason Roche, 442; Justin Coyne, 442; Christian Charney, 440; David Zydko, 402.

Dupont Mixed Girls High Scratch Series Scores: Katie Wynn, 461; Erin Donnelly, 410; Sara Lukowich, 378; Rachael Solano, 358; Jordan Cegelka, 347; Elizabeth Charney, 344; Gina Kirkpatrick, 336; Michelle Grossbauer, 322; Alex McKitish, 311; Katrina Dillon, 301.

The Third Annual Joseph F. Coyne III Memorial Softball tournament is May 15, beginning at 8:30 a.m. at the Exeter Little League Fields.

Over the past two years the event raised more than $11,000 for two families in need. The recipient this year is 3-year-old Anthony Lydon who has Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome.

Anthony is the son of the former Tanya Nawrocki of Duryea.

The softball game’s proceeds will benefit Anthony and his family. If anyone is interested in donating or entering a team, please call Mayor Coleman at 654-3001 ext. 5 Cosmopolitan Seniors

The Cosmopolitan Seniors will meet on Tuesday, May 3, at 11 a.m. at St. Anthony of Padua Church to celebrate their 36th anniversary, beginning with a Mass at 11 a.m. followed by a dinner at the center at noon.

Monsignor Kelly of Catholic Charities will concelebrate the mass with Fr Sibliano and Father Tabon.

Cosmopolitan Seniors travel coordinator Johanna is accepting

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reservations for the following trips: Mount Airy Casino on Wednesday, May 11; Italian Festival at Mount Haven June 15, includes breakfast buffet, all day entertainment, open bar and dinner buffet; Sight and Sound Theater, Lancaster, Wednesday, August 17, includes dinner and theater ticket; King Henry and the Showman at Penn’s Peak Wednesday, October 19, family style lunch and show.

Trip are open to the public.

Details can be obtained from Johanna at 655-2720 Exeter Website

The Exeter Borough website up and running. You can visit it atwww.exeterborough.com Barletta Hours

A representative from Congressman Lou Barletta’s office will be available at the West Pittston Municipal Building on Exeter Avenue, the first and third

Wednesdays of every month from 10 a.m. to noon. The representative will be there to answer questions from residents regarding Medicare, Social Security, Veterans benefits, etc. No appointments are necessary, any resident with questions or concerns are welcome to stop by during these hours.

Trash Stickers

All residents of the borough are reminded that their trash should be placed in a bag and put in a trash can. Recently there have been complaints of animals opening garbage bags.

Even though residents are asked to put their trash out by 6 a.m. it takes the entire day for the haulers to complete the collection process so placing your trash in a can will prevent the animals from opening it. The haulers will not pick up loose trash on the street. There is a three bag limit.

St. Anthony’s

Children of the parish will receive their First Holy Communion today. They are: Alana Aufiere, Marianne Chipeleski, Michael Clark, Gianna Colella, Brooke Evelock, Caley Felkner, Ryan Fisher, Vicienzo Giambra, Joseph Gober, Jacob Greenfield, Jordan Kazoun, Matthew Lewis, Aubriana Marranca, Jenna Moore, Francesca Panunti, Alyssandra Pitcavage, Christopher Petrowski, Rayne Pucci, Cole Schutter, Anthony Shoppel, Kristina Taddei, Jacob Van Horn, Allan Williams, Landon Williams, Adam Wisnewski and Stephen Yanchis.

May Crowning will be held by the First Holy Communion Children. Jenna Moore will crown the Blessed Mother and Allan Williams will be the crown bearer.

Religious education classes this Monday afternoon are from 2:30 to 3:45pm and evening from 6 to 7 p.m.

Next Sunday, all students, First Holy Communion Children, Sodality and Knights of St. Joseph members and all their families are invited to attend the 10:30 a.m. Mass. During the Mass the

high school students will crown the Blessed Mother. First Holy Communion children are asked to come dressed with their First Holy Communion attire.

Friday is the First Friday of the month. Masses will be celebrated at 7 and 11a.m. with devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.

Confessions will be heard on Thursday at 3:30 p.m. Saturday is the First Saturday of the month. A Mass will be celebrated at 7 a.m. with prayers to the Blessed Mother.

The Month of May is dedicated to Our Lady. The Rosary is recited 20 minutes before all weekend Masses.

Weekend Masses: on Saturday at 4:30 p.m., on Sunday at 7:30 and 10:30 a.m. and at 7 p.m. (the last Mass in the valley). Confessions are heard on Saturday at 3:30 p.m. and before Masses.

The Eucharistic Adoration is held every day from 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. followed by the Benediction with the Blessed Sacrament.

The Holy Rosary is recited 20 minutes before the weekend Masses.

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Annual Coyne Memorial Softball Tourney is May 15

Community Yard Sale is May 28 at fire department West Wyoming Hose Company #2 with the assistance of Girl Scout Troop 3941 will be sponsoring a community yard sale at the fire department grounds on Stites Street on Saturday, May 28.

The community is invited to take part by selling your unwanted items at the sale. A 10 x 10 foot space will only cost $10.

Larger spaces will be available by request.

Half of all profits from this fundraiser will be donated to Girl Scout Troop 3941.

To reserve a spot, call 570287-1182 and leave a message, or you can also fax to the same number. Someone from the fire department will get back to you.

Rain date will be Sunday, May 29.

The West Wyoming recycling containers are now located be-

hind Hose Company #1. Recycling can be dropped off any day of the week.

The borough accepts newspapers including inserts, coupons, etc.; magazines, office paper, books, cardboard and commingled items. The borough is encouraging residents to recycle; this will not only help the environment, but lower the borough’s garbage tonnage totals thereby controlling costs.

The following is the list of acceptable items for recycling.

Commingled food and beverage containers, #1and #2 plastic containers. Numbers are located on the bottom of plastic container. #1 recyclables include: soda, water, flavored beverage bottles, salad dressing bottles, peanut butter jars, and mayonnaise jars, but no lids. #2 recyclables in-

clude: milk jugs and laundry detergent bottles, shampoo, drain cleaners, aspirin bottles. Please empty and rinse bottles and aluminum, tin, and food service cans.

All clean and dry paper including: office paper and shredded paper, magazines, junk mail, phone books, writing paper (all colors), computer paper, Xerox paper, catalogs, and brochures.

Also cardboard containers including corrugated cardboard boxes, cereal boxes, cake boxes, frozen dinner boxes, paper egg cartons, soda/beer carrying boxes, paper grocery bags, gift boxes, and shoe boxes. Please flatten or cut boxes to fit into the collection container.

Please no plastic sheets or packing materials, foil or aluminum trays, windshields, window glass, dinnerware or ceramics.

Yard Waste

West Wyoming Borough has begun yard waste pick-ups in April. Pick-ups will be on Thursday. Every other week one-half the town will be collected until the beginning of November.

The schedule will be as follows, May 12, 8th Street to the Exeter Line. May 5, Atherton Section up to 8th Street but not including 8th Street.

This schedule of alternating weeks will continue until November.

Residents can call the Borough building to arrange to drop off waste or request the truck be left at their residence for large volume.

and Reinvestment Act of 2009 Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program, is to assists local governments and nonprofits in funding renewable energy efficiency projects that result in a minimum of 25 percent savings of all energy used.

The borough is planning an open house at the town hall 464 West Eighth St on Thursday, May 12, at 6 p.m. to show case the energy improvements. The event will include local officials, DEP representatives, project engineers and architects and the local media will be invited. There will also be light refreshments served.

Open House

Website

West Wyoming Borough was awarded $241,114 in funding through the PA Conservation Works Grant program last year.

The program, made available through the American Recovery

Visit the West Wyoming Website at www.westwyoming.org.

If any residents are interested in receiving a monthly e-newsletter from the borough, please visit the website for more details.

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Recycling Reminder

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Blossom Committee meets tonight as event nears The West Pittston Cherry Blossom Committee will hold its next meeting tonight, Sunday, May 1, at 7:00 p.m. in the school building of the Corpus Christi Parish, 605 Luzerne Avenue.

Cherry Pick tickets will be distributed to committee members at this meeting.

The Cherry Blossom Committee is still accepting vendors for its 40th annual festival on May 14 and 15.

Any vendors interested in participating in this year’s festival are asked to contact Arts & Crafts chairperson Jessica Werbin for details at jessicaw@epix.net.

This year’s West Pittston Cherry Blossom Parade will be held on Saturday, May 14, at noon. The parade route is approximately two-miles long.

Line-up for the parade is at Cenera’s Auto Parts, Exeter Avenue (Rt. 92) West Pittston.

Any groups/individuals interested in attending is asked to contact parade co-chairman Ralph Salerno at sal602@hotmail.com or call 570-602-4127.

If you were a past Grand Marshal, you are welcome to march in the parade.

Cherry Blossom organizers are looking for all 39 girls who were crowned Little Miss Cherry Blossom from as far back as 1971. If you are or if you know a former princess, please call Gina Malsky at 570-332-7817 or email her at lmalsky@aol.com.

On Sunday, May15, West Pittston Idol will be held.

The show opens at noon. Local singing talent will have the chance to win a cash prize. There will be two categories: 12 and under and 15 and up.

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Friends of Library

The Friends of the West Pittston Library will meet on Monday, May 2 at 12:30 p.m. at the West Pittston Library in the Board Room.

Members attending are reminded to bring a lunch if they so desire. Friends President Sara Kelly will preside.

A major item on the agenda is for the Specialty Baskets that need to be brought in for this meeting, in order to be categorized, organized and arranged.

Also, any donations or other gift items need to be brought in as

WEST PITTSTON Tony Callaio 654-5358 tonyc150@verizon.net

well. Additional topics are the continued planning of the Annual Book Sale and the Bake Sale.

This sale is the Friends largest fundraiser and your support is appreciated, needed, and welcomed.

The Book/Bake Sale is scheduled this year for June 24-25 on the grounds around the West Pittston Library. There will be books on sale for every age category, from EZ Read and beginning readers to children’s, juvenile, young adult, and fiction and nonfiction.

Book prices start at 25 cents and there will be plenty of books at this price.

Selections include mysteries, drama, art, politics, cooking, travel, gardening, history, biographies, and auto biographies, all arranged by topic and some by author.

The bake sale will feature all homemade baked goods from breads, to cake, cookies, and pies.

Specialty baskets will be offered for you to try your luck.

Drawing for the baskets will be on June 25 around 2:30 p.m.

Rams Signups

The West Pittston Rams Junior Cheerleading and Football Association Announces 2011 season registration dates at the Moose Lodge, 425 Exeter Avenue on May 12 and May 24, June 9, 23 and 30, and July 7 from 6:00 p.m. to 8 p.m. for residents of West Pittston, Harding, Falls & Exeter Township from ages 5 to 14 years.

Children will be placed in agedesignated teams fees due at registration Fees are: $60.00 registration fee, $10.00. The cost for a football jersey is $30.00, if needed.

There is a $25 refundable activity fee for concession stand staffing.

A birth certificate is required, a photo of the child to be registered, 2 documents to prove residency (ex: utility bills, driver’s license), and a Medical clearance

to participate in football or cheerleading.

Yard Waste

Yard waste pick up began on Monday, April 11. Montgomery Avenue to Erie Street will be picked up on Mondays while Montgomery Avenue to Susquehanna Avenue will be picked up on Tuesdays.

Branches are to be tied in small bundles no larger than one inch round by 4 feet in length.

Grass and leaves are to be in containers weighing no more than 25 to 30 pounds.

Street Sweeping began on Monday, April 11. Residents are requested to obey No Parking Signs on designated days.

Recycling materials are picked up curbside on the first and third Thursdays of each month and include newspapers (in covered containers only) and commingled glass and aluminum cans.

Drop off recycling is every Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to noon at the Public Works Facility, 505 Delaware Avenue.

Residents can drop off commingled, newspaper and corrugated cardboard.

Barletta Office

A representative from Congressman Lou Barletta’s office will be available at the West Pittston Municipal Building on Exeter Avenue, the first and third Wednesdays of every month from 10:00 a.m. to noon.

The representative will be there to answer questions from residents regarding Medicare, Social Security, Veterans benefits, etc.

No appointments are necessary, any resident with questions or concerns are welcome to stop by during these hours.

Tax Reminder

Tax rebate period ended April 8 and the face amount will be good until June 8.

His office hours are: Tuesday

and Wednesday, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.; Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to noon or by appointment by called 655-3801.

If you are requesting a receipt, please send a self-addressed, stamped envelope Library Display

The West Pittston Library has a display of World War II memorabilia which highlights the crucial Battle of Britain. Various aircraft, pictures and books tell about this dark period when England stood alone in August and September of 1940.

Also on display are some artifacts about the US Army Air Corp during that period. Ron Skamanich, a retired Commercial Pilot and Flight Instructor has provided the items for display.

The West Pittston Library has a wide assortment of books during that period of history.

They can be reached at 6549847 or www.wplibrary.org.

Library Programs

Adult Programs Beginner Yoga: Tuesdays & Thursdays, thru 5/31, 8:30-9:30 a.m. - $7.00 drop-in; discounted punch passes available. Classes are held in the former American Legion Building at 316 Linden St. next to the Montgomery Ave. Elementary School.

West Pittston Library Book Club: First Tuesday of Each Month, 6:45 p.m.

Basic Computer Classes: Session 2: Thursdays, thru 5/26, 6:30-7:30 p.m. - $35.00.

Beginner Knitting Class: Session 2: Mondays, thru 5/23, 6:00-8:00 p.m.

New York City’s Sullivan Street Bakery Bread Making Class: The Assembly Room in the First United Methodist Church, 408 Wyoming Ave. Session 2: 5/12, 6:00-7:00 p.m. & 5/ 13, 6:00-9:00 p.m. - $20.00.

Friends of the Library Meeting & Fundraisers: The Friends of the Library meet once a month at the Library.

Call the Library for information about their upcoming meetings.

Getting Started with Genealogy: 5/7, 9:00-11:30 a.m.

Financial Courses: Estate Planning 101: 5/17, 6:00-7:00

p.m.

Resume Workshop for Education Applicants: Cover Letter Workshop: 5/4, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

One-on-One Resume & Cover Letter Review: 5/18 & 5/25, 5:30-8:00 p.m.

Intro to Ebooks and the Library: 5/24, 6:00-7:00 p.m.

Photography Workshop: Learning to See: Discovering the Possibilities for Creative Vision: 5/21, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. $40.00.

Children’s Programs Weekly Story Time: Every Friday, 1:00 p.m.

American Girl Tea: 5/15, 1:00 p.m.

One Book Every Young Child: 5/18, 6:30 p.m.

Many events require require registration. Stop by the circulation desk or call the library at 654-9847 to sign up.

If a cost is associated with the program, the fee will be required at the time of sign-up to reserve your spot.

For detailed program information, please visit www.wplibrary.org, join the mailing list, or give the Library a call.

Birthday Wishes

Happy birthday this week to: Alex Dougherty, 5/1; Michaela Serfass, 5/1; Robert Turner, 5/1; Barbi Miller Argenio, 5/2; Bobby Messina, 5/3; Lauren Brague, 5/3; Helen McCole Bartusiak, 5/4; Lauren Wysocki, 5/4; Jamie Balberchak, 5/6; Jack Kizewich, 5/6; Anthony Bellino, 5/7, Brittany Galli, 5/7; and Lyndsi Skesavage, 5/7.

Thought for the Week

Poverty can teach lessons that privilege cannot.

Quote of the Week

“Journalist: a person without any ideas but with an ability to express them; a writer whose skill is improved by a deadline: the more time he has, the worse he writes.” – Karl Kraus, Austrian journalist, critic, playwright and poet.

Bumper Sticker

Gravity is a habit that is hard to shake off.

The Wyoming/West Wyoming Memorial Day parade is Monday, May 30. Veterans and other groups will be marching, walking, and riding down the streets of the two towns to honor and respect military heroes.

The day’s events begin with a ceremony at the War Monument in front of the VFW Post 396 in Wyoming at 8 a.m. Memorial Day morning.

Following the ceremony, a service will be held at the War Memorial at 8th Street and Shoemaker Avenue in West Wyoming. The service will begin at 8:30 a.m. and be conducted by both the American Legion and the VFW. The parade line-up will begin at 8:45 a.m. at Dailey Memorial Park on Shoemaker Avenue in West Wyoming with the parade beginning at 9:15 a.m. After the parade ends at First Street in Wyoming participants and spectators are invited to the Wyoming Cemetery for the Memorial Day Ceremony. There will be a short program ending with a rifle salute by American Legion Post 904, West Wyoming, and a fly over honoring the nation’s heroes.

The guest speaker will be Master Gunnery Sergeant Frank Carden, USMC Reserve Retired. He is a veteran of Vietnam, the Gulf War, Operation Desert Shield, and Desert Storm. He has received a number of military decorations and awards.

The Grand Marshal for this year is Frank Napkora, U.S. Army Veteran.

Father Leo J. McKernan from

WYOMING NEWS EILEEN CIPRIANI 287-3349 ecipriani@comcast.net St. Monica’s will offer the invo- from noon to 4 p.m. The library cation. is accepting donated items for After the ceremony at the the sale. No school books or enWyoming Cemetery, the Amer- cyclopedias will be accepted. ican Legion and West Wyoming Raffle tickets will be available Borough will cosponsor a coo- throughout the month of May for kout under the pavilion at Dailey a basket give away which will be Park. This is open to all. held at the close of the sale.

Please call the library at 6931364 for more details.

Flag Disposal The Wyoming Free Library Remember when you replace will host the Seneca Lake Wine your worn, torn or faded Amer- Trip on Sunday, May 22. The trip ican flag drop it off at the West will depart from the Park-NWyoming Borough town hall. It Ride Route 315 in Pittston at 8 will be disposed of with dignity a.m. and return at 5:30 p.m.

by Post 904 on June 14, Flag Day. The cost is $55 per person a $30 deposit will hold your seat.

Payment is due in full by May 6.

Little Miss Library The Wyoming Free Library is Checks can be made out to the conducting a Little Miss Library Wyoming Free Library. To recontest. Applicants must be serve a seat, call the Wyoming Wyoming or West Wyoming res- Free Library at 693-1364 or Caridents between the ages of 5 and ol Salvaggio at 899-0024

8. They should send or drop off a photograph with name, address and telephone number and a paragraph entitled “Why I Love the Library” to the Wyoming Free Library, 358 Wyoming Avenue, Wyoming, PA 18644.

Entries must be submitted by Friday, May 20. The winner will be notified by phone and must be available the morning of Monday, May 30.

Library News

The Wyoming Free Library will hold a book sale on May 21,

Senior Citizens

The Wyoming/ West Wyoming Seniors will celebrate their 35th Anniversary on May 3 with a Mass at 4 p.m. at St. Monica’s church and a dinner to follow at 5 p.m. This affair includes all paid up members and guest. The dinner is being catered by Ann Voitek.

The committee includes Theresa Kennedy, Betty O’Hara, Olga Mizin and Joan Kwasny.

Cinco de Mayo

The Wyoming Recreation Board will sponsor their Fourth Annual Cinco de Mayo Fundraiser on Thursday, May 5, from 6-10 p.m. at Bo Brothers, Wyoming Ave., Wyoming. A $20 donation includes unlimited Mexican buffet, three refreshments, and live entertainment beginning at 7 p.m. by CNR (Richie & J Bird from Flaxy Morgan) with Jeanne Zano.

To donate a gift certificate or basket for the Chinese auction, contact Jeanne Wisnewski at 905-1946. All proceeds will go to WRB to fund community events.

Pig Roast Picnic

Wyoming United Methodist Church at 376 Wyoming Avenue, Wyoming, will be holding its annual Pig Roast Picnic on Saturday, May 14. Dine in picnic style or take out at the drive thru pick up. Adult tickets are $9 and children $5. Serving 4 to 7 p.m.

Also included with the dinner is a wide variety of homemade desserts.

For information /tickets call 693-2821 or 693-1303.

St. Monica’s Parish

The parish website www.stmonicanepa.com is growing. Check out Father’s Corner, Upcoming Events, Ministries, and the Sacraments. The Highlights Section has pictures from the first days of the inauguration of the newly consolidated St. Monica’s Parish and other events. There is something new

every day.

Parishioners’ generosity for the Food Bank collection is not unnoticed. The needs in the Wyoming Valley for food for those in desperate situations have been growing. Please think of buying one extra, non-perishable food and dropping it in the baskets at Church. The children look forward to carrying the baskets to the Altar at Mass. The food collected goes to the Food Pantry located at St. John the Evangelist Church in Pittston.

On a regular basis they provide food for 725 families in the Greater Pittston Area. They have packed over 14,500 bags of food to date.

The choirs have been invited to sing the Star Spangled Banner at the Lackawanna Yankee Stadium on Saturday, July 9 at 7 p.m.

The Yankees are playing the Rochester Red Wings. This is going to be a parish event so mark your calendars. More details will follow. Tickets will go on sale soon.

St. Monica’s Youth Group will be conducting a yard/flea market in May to raise money for charities including the Soup Kitchen, St. Joseph’s Center in Scranton and the SPCA. To donate for the sale, please call Michelle Stark at 693-1907 to arrange drop-off or pick-up.

St. Monica’s Building and Grounds Committee is seeking a few good men or women to help with maintenance around the church and surrounding buildings. If you are interested, please call the Parish Office at 6931991.

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Wyoming/West Wyoming Memorial Day Parade set

Exeter Twp. Supervisors send thanks for litter clean up EXETER TWP.

Supervisors Meeting

Community Ambulance Association ended April 30. Forms were mailed to all township families.

A $20 contribution provides basic ambulance coverage for a household through Dec. 31 and ensures bills will not be due for services not covered by insurance.

The Exeter Township supervisors are meeting Tuesday, May 2, at 7 p.m. at the Exeter Twp. Municipal Building.

Ambulance Drive

The annual fund drive to benefit the Harding Mount Zion

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Board members are Jean Panzitta, Carol Ference, Joel Eble, Deb Jallen, Lori Sakalas and John Bonin.

Meetings begin 7 p.m. the second Monday each month at the Exeter Township Municipal Building.

No-kill Shelter

Appletree Restaurant is teaming up with The Blue Chip Animal Rescue, a no-kill shelter in the area, to help abandoned pets.

Donations of money or items for

the rescue can be dropped off at the Appletree Restaurant.

A fundraiser for this animal rescue at the Appletree is in the planning stages. Details will be announced soon.

Birthday wishes

A belated birthday wish to Sharon Gadomski who celebrated her birthday April 24.

Recycling Reminder

Recycling is now mandatory.

Recyclables can be dropped in the bins behind the municipal building on Wednesdays.

Please to not dump garbage or other non recyclables into the bins.

Recycling calendars are available inside the building or by contacting Mary Francis Martin.

Best Wishes

Friends and family would like to wish Dennis Coolbaugh a speedy recovery after his recent surgery.

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Exeter Twp. supervisors send thanks to the estimated 30 residents who volunteered for the litter clean up.

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Sports

Pittston Area teammates surround Ron Musto after he was selected the Andy Ashby MVP of the Pittston Area-Wyoming Area baseball game at PNC Field on Monday.

PHOTOS BY BILL TAUTIS

Patriots take Ashby game on the big stage

By Matt Petrini

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One pitch was all PA senior Ron Musto needed. With the bases loaded and the score tied 2-2, Musto blasted a bases clearing double ultimately putting the game out of reach and lifting the Patriots a 7-2 come-from-behind win Monday afternoon at PNC Field in Moosic in the 14th Annual Ashby Game.

For his efforts, Musto was awarded the MVP trophy from former two-time National League All Star Andy Ashby.

PA head coach Paul Zaffuto said his catcher was deserving.

“Ronnie hit two balls early on and he made another quick ad-

justment and drilled the double right on the nose.”

Musto was stunned by the magnitude of the hit. “I don’t think it sunk in yet,” he said after getting the MVP. “I knew I was going to get a fastball, I just put a big swing into it. This is like the World Series to us. And being awarded this, there is no greater honor.”

Ashby said the thrill is not gone after 14 seasons. “I’m very privileged to be able to give something back to the kids. We talked to both schools and my wife and I decided to have a MVP trophy in my honor. Its fun to come back and see these kids play,” said Ashby.

Ironically, it was another Ron

Musto, the former Wyoming Area coach, who came up with the idea 15 years ago for an MVP trophy game between Wyoming Area and Pittston Area Early on, starters Jim Castellino and Dylan Maloney had their stuff working. Both baffled opposing hitters. Maloney mustered only two hits while fanning four in the first four innings.

Castellino was pulled in the third after running into some trouble.

After Castellino walked PJ Bone and Dylan Maloney to start the third, Randy McDermott launched a sacrifice fly to center moving Bone to third. The Patriots then made a move, bringing in Jordan Bone to face Kody Nowicki. With a 2-2 count,

Nowicki knocked in the Warriors first run of the game with a sacrifice fly to center chasing home PJ Bone from third as the Warriors took 1-0 lead.

After Maloney set down the Patriots in the home half of the fourth Ryan Carey helped Maloney out by drilling an RBI single off the 330 marker and the wall in left chasing home Trent Grove from second giving the Warriors a 2-0 lead.

With momentum trickling away, the Patriots were looking for a spark against Maloney. In the fifth they found it. Evan Hahn and Matt Antal reached with one out and senior Jordan Bone lined an RBI single to center scoring Hahn. After a strike-

out, Josh Savakinas lined an RBI single to third scoring Antal to tie it 2-2. RJ Emmett reached on a HBP setting up Musto for his bases clearing double to center.

Pinch runner Tyler Loftus was later chased home on a RBI single by freshman Josh Razvilla capping the Patriots six-run fifth.

From there, the Patriots tacked on another in the sixth on an RBI single to left by Anthony Schwab.

Reliever Kyle Callahan retired the last six out of seven batters he faced securing the win for the Patriots.

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couple of innings and the credit goes right to Maloney on the mound. He was keeping us offbalanced. We tried to take pitches and get him out of the game early but he pitched solid,” Coach Paul Zaffuto said on Maloney efforts.

“Andy Ashby does a great job with this event every year. These kids get an atmosphere of a big time playoff game when its not.

It’s just a lot of fun for both schools.”

Jordan Bone got the win in relief. Maloney took the loss surrendering six runs while fanning five.

For the Patriots, Musto finished 2 for 3 with three runs.

Matt Antal tallied a hit and scored two runs.

Blue Devils steal victory from Vikes

he rounded third before scooting home.

Riverside got on the board in the bottom of the fifth as they put three two-out hits together, including RBI knocks from BJ Boccicchio and Jason Goetsch to get within 4-2. The Blue Devils tacked on four more runs in the bottom of the sixth off of reliever Skylar Lavage, including a highlight reel steal of home by Martinelli. Martinelli started the inning with a bunt single, and moved to third on a bunt single

by Long. Long stole second but was then doubled off on a line drive by Fultz. With Lavage now in the windup, Martinelli took off for home, sliding in head first ahead of the tag for a 5-2 lead.

The Blue Devils weren’t done.

Avvisato followed with a single to left, and Argust stroked his second single of the game to give Old Forge runners at first-andsecond. Russ McGlynn dumped a pitch into left for an RBI-single, and Gary Puckett followed with a two-run single into deep right centerfield to put the Blue Devils ahead, 8-2.

Martinelli finished with three hits and three stolen bases for Old Forge, and Long, Argust, and Puckett each added two hits.

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Old Forge remained one game out of first place with a 5-4, eight-inning victory over Dunmore on Thursday afternoon at Pagnotti Park. Dave Argust took one for the team to drive in the winning run when he was hit by a pitch with the bases loaded to score Mario Martinelli. Martinelli and Michael Long each had two hits for the Blue Devils while Derek Drasba picked up the win in relief by striking out five in five innings.

Holy Redeemer 14, WA 7

The Royals scored four in the first, four in the second and five in fourth to lead 13-0 in route to a 14-7 win on Tuesday in West Pittston. The Royals scored with an economy of hits, getting nine, including three home runs, one a pinch hit grand slam by Eric Ringsdorf.

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Top, PA shortstop Josh Savokinas throws to first during the Ashby Game Monday at PNC Field.

Above, Old Forge’s Mario Martinelli smacks one of his three hits on the afternoon as the Blue Devils beat Riverside, 8-2, on Monday at Pagnotti Park.

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Old Forge stole nine bases - including a straight steal of home in an 8-2 victory over arch-rival Riverside in an important Lackawanna League Division II game on Monday afternoon at Pagnotti Park. The win puts the Blue Devils into a second-place tie with the Vikings, a half-game behind division leader Valley View.

Old Forge (5-2) gave winningpitcher Tony Goodall an early lead, scoring a run with two outs in the first inning on an RBI-single to left field by Dave Argust.

Argust’s line drive scored Connor Fultz who walked and moved to second when Dom Avvisato was hit by a Mike Osterstrom pitch. It was a sign of things to come as The Blue Devils would score seven of their eight runs with two outs.

Goodall cruised through the first four innings, allowing just two singles as the Blue Devils added single runs in each of the first four innings for a 4-0 lead.

Old Forge’s speed contributed to each run in the second, third and fourth innings as five different players stole bases. Mario Martinelli highlighted the Blue Devils dominance on the base paths as the senior singled with two outs in the fourth, stole second, and scored on an infield single by Michael Long as the speedy second baseman never hesitated as

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RBI) and Christian Choman (four RBI) also homered for Redeemer (5-2).

Ryan Carey went 2-for-4 with a triple and four RBI to lead the Warriors (1-6) who had 12 hits.

Ritsick went 5.1 and was the winner. He’s 3-0.

WA used four pitchers, Murphy, who took the loss, and Klus, Colarusso and Granteed.

win on Thursday in West Pittston.

Colarusso was 3-for-3. P.J. Bone also homered for the Warriors (2-6). Ron Klepadlo picked up the win in relief, getting the last out in the sixth and pitching a scoreless seventh. Starter Romanoski went 5 /23 giving up three hits and striking out six.

WA 8, Nanticoke 7

Kody Nowicki hit a solo home run and finished 2-for-3 as the Warriors posted their second straight win on Friday in Nanticoke. The Warriors used three pitchers, Walkwiak, Murphy, and Maloney, who struck out five in the final three innings and got the final out with the tying run on base. Murphy got the win.

Carey, P.J. Bone (double) and Kyle Colarusso (double) also had two hits apiece for Wyoming Area (3-6).

Rick Notari contributed to this report

Tunkhannock 4, PA 3

Josh McClain hit a two-out single in the bottom of the seventh to score Mike Papi and give Tunkhannock a 4-3 victory over Pittston Area in a battle of divisional leaders in Wyoming Valley Conference baseball Wednesday.

Mike Healey pitched a complete game for the Tigers, scattering seven hits and striking out eight.

Tunkhannock (Division I West) improved to 7-1. Pittston Area (Division I East) fell to 5-2.

PA scored one in the first and two in the third. Brian Delaney doubled, scored a run and had an RBI for Pittston Area. Musto had an RBI. Bone and Bressler pitched for PA, with Bressler being charged with the loss.

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Kyle Colarusso hit a solo home run in the bottom of the sixth for the winning run as the Warriors picked up their second

Top, Wyoming Area shortstop Randy McDermott, left, tags out Pittston Area’s Jordan Bone.

Left, Old Forge shortstop Connor Fultz makes a play to first during the Blue Devils victory over arch-rival Riverside. Above, Old Forge third baseman Dave Argust makes a play in the first inning of the Blue Devils 8-2 win over Riverside.

Below, Andy Ashby and Ashby MVP winner Ron Musto, center, are surrounded by the Pittston Area players after the Patriots’ 7-2 win over rival Wyoming Area on Monday at PNC Field.

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Katie Scalzo

Andi Alsalahat

PA Soccer

WA Soccer

OF softball

When the Pittston Area boys track team beat Coughlin 83-67 the Patriots at Charley Trippi Stadium on Tuesday, April 19 they stayed unbeaten at 4-0.

Cody Rydzy was one big reason why. He picked up 15 points for the Patriots in individual events winning the long jump, 110 hurdles, and the triple jump. He went 18’-10’’ in the long jump, finished the hurdles in 15.5 and covered 41’-6’’ in the triple.

For his triple victories Cody is the Pittston Area Athlete of the Week for April 17-24.

Posters of Cody can be found at Tony’s Pizza in Pittston and Smart Designs and Graphics in Wyoming.

When the Wyoming Area girls soccer team defeated MMI 6-0 on Thursday, April 21 senior forward Katie Scalzo was half the scoring story. Katie scored a hat trick.

She scored two goals in the first half on break away shots taking on the goalie one-on-one. She made her third goal three minutes into the second half with a leftfooted shot.

For her three-goal game Katie is the Wyoming Area Athlete of the Week for the week of April 17-24.

Posters of Katie can be found at Januzzi’s Pizza and Smart Designs and Graphics both in Wyoming.

The Old Forge Blue Devils softball team was on a three-game losing streak on Wednesday, April 20 when they hosted Mid Valley at Old Forge Community Park.

Andi Alsalahat was one big reason why the Blue Devils ended that losing streak that night. Andi went 3-for-3 with two doubles and two RBIs in the 4-2 win.

That Monday Andi had three hits in a 6-5 loss to division Leader Valley View. One of her hits was a home run off the center field scoreboard.

Posters of Andi can be found at Revello’s Pizza in Old Forge and Smart Designs and Graphics in Wyoming.

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Cody Rydzy

SPORTS BRIEFS

Greater Pittston Sr. and Jr Legion signups today PA baseball boosters Yankee game deal

The Pittston Area Baseball Booster Club is offering a ticket special for the SWB Yankees and Toledo Mud Hens baseball game at PNC Field on Friday June 3.

Join the boosters for the game

and get a game ticket, Wendy’s Value Meal voucher, a limited edition hat and a game day program for only $12. It’s a $35 value.

All the players in the Pittston Area program have order forms.

Contact a player or call Joe Bone

at 654-6734 or 650-2309.

WA baseball boosters meeting Wednesday

The Wyoming Area Diamond Club will meet on Wednesday May 4 at 7 p.m. at the secondary Center, in the auditorium.

Plans for Senior Day and the Banquet will be discussed. All parents are asked to attend.

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The Greater Pittston Senior Legion signups/tryouts are today, Sunday, May 1 at 3 p.m. at the Atlas in West Pittston. Players must provide a copy of birth certificate.

Juniors should report at 12:30.

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Duryea VFW wins two; Yankees are hot in Exeter Greater Pittston League

Duryea VFW 7, WP West Side Auto 4 Duryea VFW defeated West Pittston West Side Auto 7 - 4.

Jordan Black earned the win for Duryea. The Duryea attack was led by Josh Mies, who had three hits, including two doubles.

Adding hits for Duryea were Matt Starinsky, Tyler Mackell, Bryan Sekelski and Ryan Lombardo.

West Side Auto was led by Jimmy Eslick and Jake Hogan who contributed two hits a piece.

Dupont VFW 5 WP Moose 0 Dupont VFW defeated the West Pittston Moose 5-0 on Wednesday evening in West Pittston. Aidan Jopling got the win on the mound. He threw a complete game, allowed only two hits, and struck out eight batters.

Leading Dupont at the plate was Walter Coles with a double, a run batted in, two stolen bases, and two runs scored. Jopling chipped in with three hits, two runs batted in, and one run scored. Anthony Zimmerman added an RBI single. Second baseman Eric Fritz displayed solid defensive play the entire game. For the Moose, Mike Bonita and Derek Melberger both had hits.

WP WSAuto 7, PT Red Sox 5 West Side Auto beat the Pittston Twp Red Sox 7-5 on Wednesday in West Pittston.

Jake Hogan was 2 for 2 for West Side Auto; Jim Eslick belted a triple for West Side Auto Trevor Tigue was 3 for 4 with 3 singles for the PT Red Sox. Joe Carchilla was 2 for 3 with a triple and a single for the PT Red Sox. JT Milazzo Phillies 4, Wyoming Diamond 2 Steve Shamnoski doubled and singled to lead the offence in the 4-2 win for the Phillies. Zach Mlodzienski had two singles and Dominic Stella added a single.

Nick Allardyce and Johnny Jones combined in the pitching effort. Hitters for Diamond were Keating, Gonzales, and Brown.

Brandon Charney pitched a nice game for Diamond.

JT Milazzo Phillies 6, Wyoming Marcum 5 Nick Allardyce was 3 for 3 with a homerun, triple, and double. Steve Shamnoski doubled, singled, and had a great outing on the mound. Other hitters for Jenkins were Dominic Stella with a triple, Johnny Jones, Zach Mlodzienski, and Ryan Zelonis with singles.Arron Dobbs, Buddy Blannit, and Josh Kopzca hit for Marcum.

Exeter Aamco Yankees 10, Wyoming 1 Nick Athmann got the win and reached base four times and scored four runs. CJ Rome started a rally in the third inning with a triple and scored twice. Jake Wiesner also tripled and Alex Chronowski chipped in with a double.

Joe Mikoliczyk, Alex Gushka, and Colin Barletta also had hits and Kyle Musto scored 3 runs.

Jason Mapes singled and scored and Alex Hawk contributed for American Legion.

Exeter Yankees 9, WP Moose 1 Jake Wiesner pitched 5 strong innings as the Yankees (Aamco Transmission) defeated WP Moose. Kyle Musto got the save, singled and scored twice. Nick Athmann, Colin Barletta, and Adam Buczynski each had two hits and Alex Chronowski doubled to lead Exeter. Buczynski’s RBI-double sparked the first inning rally. Joe Mikoliczyk highlighted the defense with a nice shoestring catch in right field.

Dylan Melberger settled the Yankees bats after taking the mound. He and Mikey Bonita both singled for Moose.

Exeter Yankees 6, PT Phillies 4

Kyle Musto went 2-2 with a homerun and Alex Gushka got the win for the Yankees in a close game Wed at Exeter.

Colin Barletta and Aaron Zezza each had hits and scored to start the Yankees rally in the 2ndinning.

Adam Buczynski doubled.

Nick Athmann came on in relief and combined with Gushka for 10 strikeouts.

Fine defensive plays were made by Max Reynolds and Zezza. Concetti led the offense for Pittston Twp. with 2 hits and Johnny DeLucca had an RBI double. M. Elko’s RBI single in the first gave PT a 1-0 lead early.

Exeter Yankees 10, PT Redsox 0 Exeter Yankees (Aamco Transmition) scored nine runs in the 2ndinning behind winning pitcher Jake Wiesner Friday night to get a win at Pittston Twp. Zaffuto doubled in the first for the Redsox who made some fine defensive plays for the home crowd. Nick Gushka led the Yankee offense with 3 hits.

Wiesner doubled during a 2ndinning rally after singles by Colin Barletta, Alex Chronowksi, Max Reynolds, CJ Rome, Nick Athmann and Kyle Musto.

Aaron Zezza later knocked in a run to add to the lead and Rey-

nolds added an RBI in the final inning.

The team celebrated Mason Egan’s eleventh birthday with cupcakes in the dugout following the game.

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Duryea VFW9 – WP Jack’s

Josh Mies pitched a complete game striking out 13 and hitting athree-run homerun to lead Duryea VFW to a 9 - 5 win over West Pittston Jack’s.

Jordan Black hit a Grand Slam to stake Duryea to an early lead.

Also hitting for Duryea were Matt Starinsky, Ryan Lombardo, Tony DeMark, Nick Barberi and Bryan Sekelsky.

Dylan Kostak kept it close for West Pittston with a towering homerun in the 4th inning.

Old Forge/Taylor Little League

Mariotti’s Lumber 15, Honor Awards 5 Shane Smith was the winning pitcher for Mariotti with eight strikeouts. He also hit a triple.

Cooper Califano and Adam Zaykowski each had two hits For Honor Marcos had three hits, including two doubles and Riley had a double.

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RCC varsity boys defeat Wyoming Valley Catholic The Royal Cougar Challengers varsity boys picked up a win this week on Wednesday at Flack Field running against Saint Clare/Saint Paul and Wyoming Valley Catholic. The defeated WVC. RCC finishers are listed.

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SCSP 15 RCC 50 WVC 15 RCC 50 SCSP 24 WVC 31 20. James Cunningham 8:36

26. Ryan Hartigan 8:58 35 Conor Nealon 10:13 37. Matt McGlynn 10:45 47. Chris McDonough 13:18 JV Girls

SCSP 17 RCC 38 WVC 16 RCC 39 WVC 19 SCSP 36 8. Samantha Rajza 8:33 14. Rosalie Bennie 8:48 17. Courtney June 9:05 27. Gianna Galli 9:55 29. Jocelyn Kosik 10:02

31. Andrea Ruby 10:11 33. Olivia Johnson 10:20 43. Genny Frederick 11:02 Varsity Boys

SCSP 23 RCC 32 RCC 25 WVC 30 SCSP 23 WVC 32 5 Kevin Kizis 12:44 6. Jordan Nagle 12:45 8. Eric Sklanka 13:21 10.Tyler Egan 13:23 13. Thomas Day 13:45 16. Joey Gutowski 14:06

18. Peter Kulick 14:27 19. Joey Rutledge 14:56 20. Gaetano Buonsante 15:30 21. Lucas Mark 15:43 23. Michael Gorski 16:10 28. Eric Curtis 17:50 Varsity Girls

SCSP 16 RCC 39 WVC 7 RCC 14 SCSP 9 WVC 12 7. Megan Moran 15:04 13. Lauren Aldrich 16:47 14. Alexa Blandina 16:48

21. Katie Stonikinis 17:41 22. Sarah Scavo 17:54 25. Vicki Sidari 18:14 26. Isabella Romani 18:20 27. Ana Rogers 18:28 31. Michaelene Mecadon 18:52 34. Brianna Mazzaccaro 19:15 36. Isabella Pagliante 19:25 37. Nicole Telford 19:32 41. Claudia Shandra 21:41 46. Katelyn Sharp 26:16 47. Madonna Mantione 26:18

Email sports news to rnotari@psdispatch.com

Patriots edge Berwick stay unbeaten at 5-0 The Pittston Area boys track team beat Berwick Friday 76-74 to remain unbeaten at 5-0. They have two meets left both at home against Hazleton and Tunkhannock. Hazleton is 3-2. Tunkhannock is 5-0. That sets up the possibility of a deciding meet with Tunkhannock for the D-I title.

For the PA boys Simons, Gima, Hampton, and McLean won the 3200 relay. D’Eliseo won the 110 hurdles. Other PA winners: McLean, 1600; Poli, shot; Rydzy, 300 hurdles and long jump; and Roman, high jump.

In the girls meet C. Lombardo, K. Lombardo, Kutcha, Bolton won the 3200. Also winning for PA were Lanza, 100 hurdles; Powers, 100; C. Lombardo, 1600; Kutcha, 400; Powers, Mozeleski, Hurtt, and Dworak, 400 relay; C. Lombardo, 800; Mazeleski, 200; C. Lombardo, 3200 and Scanlon, high jump.

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Meanwhile the Wyoming Area boys and girls teams split with Meyers Tuesday at Jake Sobeski Stadium. The boys won 82 – 68.

The girls lost 82 – 66. The boys are 3-1. The girls are 2-2.

Eric Eramo won the high jump and the pole vault to lead Wyoming Area. Ahmad Bouie won all three sprints. He took the 100 in 11.2, the 200 in 22.9 and the 400 in 52.9.

Hromek, 1600; Campenni, discus; Basta, long jump; Filipak, 3200; and Smith, javelin were also winners for WA. In the girls meet Sara Radzwilka won the 800 and the 400 for Wyoming Area. Also for WA Michelle Golden won the 3200 and was second in the 16o0. Cruz won the 1600. Shiner won the triple and long jumps; Taylor won the discus; Gitkos, javelin and WA also won the 1600 relay.

Top right, Robert Burton tosses the jav against Meyers for WA. Top left, Samantha Shiner lands after a triple jump attempt.

Right Rachel taylor winds up for a discus throw.

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Holtz, Lady Warriors handle Pittston Area Riverside gets historic win over Old Forge

By Matt Petrini

Alex Holtz received all the run support any pitcher could dream of. Behind16 hits including three triples, the Warriors cruised 11-2 over the Pittston Area Patriots Tuesday afternoon at Pittston Area Primary School in Hughestown.

“The team today came very focused. We lost three in a row which were all well played games. We committed zero errors which were the key to our team,” said Warriors Head Coach Ted Kross.

Although Holtz showed signs of fatigue through the middle innings, Kross felt confident in his hurler.

“Holtz got a little tired but when she hit the seventh inning she stayed around the strike zone and had a lot of strikeouts.”

In a strong effort to tack runs on early, the Warriors tallied four runs on five straight hits from its first five batters in the lineup in the top of the first. Melissa Eipper highlighted the inning with a two-run single to right giving the Warriors an early advantage.

Lexi Coolbaugh followed two batters later with an RBI fielder’s choice to short scoring Eipper from third.

With the Patriots on the ropes early, Holtz keep firing on all cylinders - striking out four in the first two innings of work - including keeping Patriots leading hitter Marissa Nardone from reaching base.

“We tried to stay away from her. She is their best hitter and we know what she is capably of doing. We mixed it up with her a bit and tried to keep her off-balanced” said Kross.

The Warriors kept the pressure on the PA in the top of the second. Table setters Serra Degnan and Nicole Turner led off with back-to-back bunt singles. One batter later, Eipper ripped an RBI groundout to first scoring Degnan from third. WA tallied another run in the inning after an RBI single by Riley Thomas chasing Turner home thus giving WA a 6-0 lead after two.

In the Patriots home half of the fourth, PA was able to find the break they needed. After Holtz retired the first batter, Nardone drilled a double to left center and was chased home on a Grace O’Niell RBI triple.

WA increased its large lead in the seventh inning with four runs on three hits. After Thomas and Holtz reached on an error and a fielder’s choice, Rachel Campbell launched an RBI triple to left chasing in Holtz. Lexi Coolbaugh then followed with her third RBI on the afternoon with an infield single to short. After an RBI triple by Kait Kross, Degnan lined a fielder’s choice RBI to end the Warriors scoring threat.

The Patriots mustered only five total hits on the afternoon.

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Top, Wyoming Area starting pitcher Alex Holtz prepares to fire to a Pittston Area batter. Above, Wyoming Area second baseman Nicole Turner, right, goes for the ball as Pittston Area’s Kelly Keener makes it back safely. Left, Pittston Area third baseman Antoinette Scialpi throws to first base over pitcher Heather Marsico.

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loss scattering eight hits while fanning one over four innngs.

Turner went 4-5 with two runs scored. Holtz went the complete game surrendering five hits while fanning seven.

The Lady Warriors game against Dallas has been rescheduled for Tuesday at Dallas.

Old Forge loses to RV, first time this century

In a year of dubious firsts for the Old Forge softball team, the Blue Devils were on the wrong end of another one - a defeat at the hands of arch-rival Riverside.

For the first time under the watch of Coach Pat Revello - a span of 20 games and 12 years - the Lady

Vikes beat Old Forge, 12-2, in a Lackawanna League Division II game on Monday night at the Old Forge Miles Street Community Park.

Riverside’s last win over the Blue Devils came in 1999. Riverside wasted no time getting on the board, scoring two, two-out runs in the top of the first on an RBI-triple by Heather Derenick and an RBI single by Ana Sottile. The Lady Vikes scored their first five runs with two out.

Old Forge responded with an unearned run in their half of the first on an RBI-single by Nicole Marianelli that scored Lindsay Regan who walked to leadoff the inning. Riverside extended its lead to 4-1 in the second on a Kayla Cavanaugh two-run home run, and to 5-1 in the third on an RBI-single

by Sam Eiden.

The Lady Vikes added two unearned runs in the fifth for a 7-1 lead as the Blue Devils committed three errors in the frame.

Riverside scored just four earned runs off Old Forge starter Kim Regan as the Blue Devils committed an uncharacteristic eight errors on the night.

Old Forge tried to rally in

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Above, Pittston Area’s Grace O’Neill, left, slides safely into third base after hitting a triple under the tag of Wyoming Area’s Lexi Coolbaugh. Far left, Wyoming Area’s Kat Sokirka rounds third base against Pittston Area.

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the bottom of the sixth as Andi Alsalahat singled, and Marianelli doubled to start the inning. But the Blue Devils managed just one run on an RBI groundout by Dana Bilski. Derenick set down the next three hitters in order.

Riverside tacked on five unearned runs in the top of the seventh as Old Forge (3-4) committed three more errors. Alsalahat and Marianelli each finished with two hits for the Blue Devils, and Taylor Nemetz walked twice. Sottile and Bethany Mickavitz each had three hits for the Lady Vikes who had six players with at least two hits.

The Old Forge game against

Dunmore High School postponed Thursday is scheduled for today, Sunday, May 1.

Tunkhannock 4, PA 2

Jamie Hampsey went the distance for the win for the Tigers, allowing just three hits while striking out seven. Alyssa Talerico pitched well for PA giving up five hits put was tagged with the loss. Grace O’Neill doubled to lead the Patriots and Keener had a single.

Hazleton Area 7, WA 2

The Cougars trailed 2-0 after two innings, but rallied for seven runs to get the victory as Nicole

Gasser belted two doubles and Candace VanHorn doubled and tripled. Holtz pitched a complete game for WA giving up four earned and striking out five.

Lexi Coolbaugh and Kaitlyn Kross were each 2-for-3 for the Warriors.

Nanticoke 7, WA 0

Sarah Bertoni pitched a perfect game for Nanticoke against the Lady Warriors on Friday in Nanticoke. She struck out six in the Wyoming Valley Conference Division 1 crossover game.

Holtz struck out seven for WA.

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Tough week as local net teams go winless The local boys tennis teams had a winless week. The Patriots came close in a 3-2 loss to Berwick.

Berwick 3, PA 2

Tunkhannock 5, WA 0

Kyle Christy, Jordan Herbert and Josh Herbert won in singles

action as Tunkhannock swept Wyoming Area.

The teams of Mark Swick and Brent Christy as well as Robbie Hug and Matt Stroney won in doubles.

David Fanelli battled at no. 1 for WA before going down 6-3, 6-2.

Dallas 5, PA 0

At Dallas, the Mountaineers defeated Pittston Area under the lights Monday night. The match was the first one held at night in school history. The win was the fifth straight for the Mountaineers.

Austin Welch/Terry Briggs played well for PA at no. 2 doubles losing 6-3, 6-2.

Holy Redeemer 5, WA 0

The Royals earned the sweep as Pat Loftus, Pat Dockeray and Dan McGraw all won in singles competition.

WA’s Tyler Manganello/Nick Leon went three sets at no. 1 doubles before falling 7-5, 5-7, 6-2.

The Warriors match at Dallas on has been postponed to Tuesday.

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The doubles team of Jeremy Moyer and Eric Pangelihian pulled out a straight-set victory to help Berwick defeat Pittston Area, 3-2 on Thursday in Wyoming Valley Conference boys ten-

nis action.

Trent Woodruff won at No. 2 singles for the Patriots and Austin Welch/Terry Briggs picked up a win at no. 2 doubles beating Noah Long/Arlinson Reyes 6-3, 7-5

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Richards, Warriors pick up third win The Wyoming Area boys volleyball team split a pair of 3-2 matches losing by a set to Meyers and then defeating Hazleton by the same 3-2 score.

Their match at Del Val was postponed and not yet rescheduled.

In the 3-2 loss to Meyers in Exeter on Tuesday Tony Richards had 27 assists and 6 kills; Cody Gates had 11 kills and 4 blocks and Dylan Reedy had 6 kills.

At Hazleton on Thursday Tony Richards’ 34 assists, nine kills and five blocks led the way past Hazleton Area for the win.

Cody Gates knocked down 19 kills and had seven blocks. Reedy chipped in nine kills and six assists.

Right, Kevin Thompson attempts a kill.

Botton row, from left, Kody Gates blocks a hit.

Kevin Thompson and Tony Richards block a Meyers hit.

Outside hitter, Chris Evans goes for a kill against Meyers.

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PA Track parents meeting Tuesday

The Pittston Area Track Parents are meeting on Tuesday, May 3 at 7:00 in the high school cafeteria. All parents will team members from grades 7-12 are urged to attend. Plans for the end of the season party along with nomination of officers are on the agenda.

OF Junior Legion tryout today

The Old Forge American Legion Junior Baseball Team will hold tryouts on Sunday, May 1 at 11am Tryouts will be held at Billy Long Field at Old Forge High School.

Pittston Area baseball boosters meeting

The Pittston Area Baseball Booster Club will be holding a meeting on Wednesday, May 4 at 7:00 p.m. at the Red Mill in Pittston. Parents of players in grades 8-12 are encouraged to attend.

Anyone with questions should call Brian at 457-3693.

Old Forge LL meeting today

The Old Forge Lions Little League will meet at 4pm on Sunday, May 1, at the Miles Street Community Park for its regular monthly meeting.

WA ice hockey coach letters due

The Wyoming Area Ice Hockey Club is accepting letters of intent for volunteer varsity and JV coaching positions. Letter must include USA Hockey CEP# and LVL. Send Resume To: WAIHA P.O. Box 4341 Wyoming Pa 18644

Legion baseball sign ups May 1

Greater Pittston Senior Legion sign ups are Sunday, May 1 at 3 p.m. at the Atlas in West Pittston.

Players must provide a copy of birth certificate.

JTLL Opening Day was Saturday

Opening Day was Saturday, April 30.

Players gathered at May Park (behind Baloga Funeral Home) at 11 a.m. for the parade to the field at 11:30 a.m. After the parade to the field, the players were introduced and exhibition baseball was played featuring T-Ball, Coach Pitch, and Girls Minors Softball.

Then at 4 p.m. Pittston took on the Golden Tech Minor League Boys baseball team. During the day, the other fields were open for all boys and girls to show their skills at some Pitch, Hit and Run games.

Dupont Softball/Teeball to open May 7

The Dupont Softball/Teeball League will hold opening day ceremonies on May 7 beginning at 2 p.m. Due to the expected large crowd, car pooling is suggested to cut down on traffic and parking congestion.

PA Track Parents meeting scheduled

The Pittston Area Track Parents will hold an important meeting on Tuesday, May 3 at 7 p.m. in the high school cafeteria. All parents with team members from grades 7-12 are urged to attend.

Plans for the end of the season party along with other topics are on the agenda.

Red Devils meeting Tuesday

The Pittston Red Devils Sportsmen Club is meeting Tuesday, May 3 at 7 p.m. at Dr. Ruggerio’s home on West Pittston. Spring and summer events are on the agenda. Members are urged to attend.

WWWE Panthers registering

The 34th Annual West Pittston Anthracite Run for the Coal four-mile run/fun walk has been set for June 4. This year’s event is sponsored by Big Top Tent Rental, and all proceeds benefit West Pittston children’s park and recreational activities.

Registration will begin that day at 7:30 a.m. at the West Pittston Borough Building. The Fun Walk Course is two miles with the Run Course a four-mile loop around the perimeter of West Pittston. Streets will be traffic controlled and miles will be marked. The start and finish will be at the borough building. The

Stoners Soccer sets signups

The Greater Pittston Stoners Youth Soccer League will hold signups for Fall Soccer on the following dates: May 7 from 1:30-4:30 p.m.; and May 10 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Exeter Scout Home, located in the rear of the Exeter Borough Building on the corner of Lincoln Street and Wyoming Avenue in Exeter.

Cost of registration is $63 for players win new uniform, and $48 per player with no uniform.

New players must show birth certificate. For more info visit www.stonesoccer.org.

Tickets on sale for OFBRC Pasta Dinner

The Old Forge Boys’ Roundball Club will hold its annual Pasta Dinner on May 1 from 12-4 p.m. at Arcaro and Genell’s Banquet Room. The Dinner is eat-in or take-out and includes pasta, a salad, desert and a beverage.

Tickets are $9 for adults and $4 for children under 12, and can be purchased from any member of the Old Forge Boys’ Basketball Program or at the door.

PA Wrestling Boosters slate party, meeting

The Pittston Area Wrestling Booster Club will hold a meeting on May 2 at6:30 p.m. in the cafeteria. Nominations of officers will take place. Final plans for the banquet will be discussed.

PA Hoop Boosters golf tourney set

On June 4, the Pittston Area Basketball Booster Club will host a captain-and-crew golf tournament at Four Seasons Golf Club with an 8 a.m. shot gun start.

Fee for the tournament will be $65 a person which will include

cart, green fee and old fashioned cook out at Four Seasons after golf. To sponsor a hole for $50 or to register a team for the tournament call Carl at 883-7220 or 954-3067. Deadline to register is June 1.

Youth soccer tourney scheduled

The Greater Pittston Stoners Soccer Club, in conjunction with the Hanover Youth Soccer Organization, has organized a soccer tournament/family fun day to benefit Mackenzie Marx who is being treated for Acute Myeloid Leukemia.

The tournament is June 25 at the Hanover Youth Soccer Complex with a rain date of June 26.

The tournament is U6-U13 with an entry fee of $50. Games begin at 9 a.m. and WVYSA rules will be followed. Teams do not have to be affiliated with any organizations. Other activities scheduled include face painting, Bounce House, money wheel, bake sale, a DJ, and much more.

All proceeds will be directed to the Marx Family.

For more information, contact Stoners vice president Jamie Szafran-Williams at newtown22@yahoo.com.

YMCA offers arthritis rehab

The Greater Pittston YMCA offers arthritis rehab program through its Water Arthritis Therapy for severe arthritis cases from Monday through Thursday at 2 p.m. Must purchase Y Fitness Card to attend program.

Tee Time for Kiel

The Friends of Kiel Eigen are sponsoring the Third Annual Tee Time for Kiel Golf Tournament on June 4 at Sand Springs Golf Club. The Tournament is Captain and Crew with a 1 p.m. shotgun start.

Cost is $100 per player and includes golf fees, lunch, dinner and a snack and drink at the turn.

Registration begins at 11:30 a.m. with lunch and range time scheduled for 12 p.m. Prizes will be awarded for first and second place in each flight.

Teams will be accepted on a first-come basis. All fees must accompany registration. Hole Sponsors are also welcome at $100 per hole.

For more info or to register contact Adam Barsigian at 5615822, J Argonish at 862-3566,

Corey Palma at 861-4743 or Ian Nemetz at 267-6802.

All proceeds go to the Kiel Eigen Fund.

New classes at YMCA

The Greater Pittston YMCA is offering an abdominal classTuesday and Thursday evenings at 7 p.m. instructed by ISSA certified personal trainer, Gary Gall. Gall will also be teaching Cardio Extreme Saturday at 2 p.m..

A 1-hour power spin class on the last Wednesday of each month is at 5:15 p.m. lead by instructor, Diane Butwin.

Contact Fitness Director, Kelly McCabe at 655-2255 ext 104 or kmccabe@greaterpittstonymca.org.

Shamrock Wrestling signups/practice

The 570 Shamrock Wrestling Club hold sign-ups on Tuesday and Thursdays at the Pittston Area High School gym, 5 Stout Street, Yatesville from 5:30to 6 p.m. prior to each practice session.

Practices will be held each Tuesday and Thursday at Pittston Area High School 6 to 8 p.m. and each Monday and Wednesday at Wyoming Seminary, WilkesBarre.

For more info call Matt Giampietro at 654-0251 or 212-1340.

WA Booster collecting programs

The Wyoming Area Football Booster Club is looking for programs from all Warrior football teams since 1966.

Contact Nick Perugini. It will be returned after scanning.nperugini@aol.com.

Pace Setter leagues forming

The Pace Setter Athletic Club basketball will sponsor and operate a series of basketball leagues throughout the months of May, June, July and August for in girls and boys divisions, 512 grades.

Parish teams, community teams, school teams, as well as clubs organized by individual sponsors are welcome. Individual players may be placed on team (numbers permitting).

Interested parties can contact the Pace Setter A.C. at 347-7018 or at pacesetterbasketball@verizon.net.

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The Wyoming-West Wyoming-Exeter Panthers Football/ Cheerleading Asso. will hold registration on the following dates and times: May 15, 1-4 p.m.; June 12, 12-3 p.m.; and June 26, 12-3 p.m. at the Panther Field house on Cedar Street in Exeter. Cost is $60 for an individual and $75 for a family.

West Pittston Run set

course is relatively flat with some hills. Cost of the event is $15 if you pre-register by May 30, and $18 after May 30.

Trophies and prizes will be given to the Top 3 Male and Female runners in the overall and each age group. There are 11 age groups for males and 10 age groups for females. Both course records were set in 2008 with Kenn Barrelli running a 20:09:19 and Heidi Wolfsberger running a 22:12:00.

For more information, call the West Pittston Borough Office at 570-655-7782.

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Patriot baseball team introduced at Woodlands The annual Meet the Patriots Baseball Team banquet was held at the Woodlands Inn and Resort.

The players were introduced.

The coaches and parents association officers as well as the senior players were the guest speakers.

Coach Paul Zaffuto.

Junior ballplayers. Seated, left to right: Anthony Schwab, Tyler Loftus, Chuck Bressler, Evan Hahn. Standing: Brandon Pernot, Jonathon Aston, Tom Allardyce, Brian Delaney, A.J. Mancini.

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R.J. Emmett was a speaker.

Right, T-shirts were a hot item.

Parent's Association officers: Ralph Emmett, vice president; Joe Bone, treasurer; Brian Loftus, president; Tony Schwab, secretary

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Kyler Callahan, R.J. Emmett, Matt Antal, Jordan Bone, Josh Savakinas, Dominic Lussi, James Castellino, Ronnie Musto.

Tony Mancini, John Lussi, Mark Prebish, Doug Rowan, Tim Hahn, Tom Allardyce.

Brian Delaney, Joe Dessoye, Pat McGinty

WA freshmen defenders help blank North Pocono Pittston Area beats GAR 5-0

By Matt Page

Dispatch Correspondent

Meyers 1, PA 0

One week after exploding for 10 goals, the Lady Patriots offense was held in check as they fell 1-0 against the Division 2B top-seed Meyers Mohawks on Tuesday at the Gordon Ave. fields in South Wilkes-Barre.

Meyers broke the scoreless tie in the 73rd minute and then were able to keep the potent PA offense from scoring the equalizer,in the final eight. Jordan Cumbo made 15 saves in the net for the Lady Patriots (3-4-1) were outshot 16-11.

Pittston Area 5, GAR 0

Coming back from a tough loss on Tuesday, the Lady Patriots earned an emphatic 5-0 win over GAR on Thursday at the Bucky Harris Sports Complex in Hughestown. Sara Ruby had a goal and an assist and Liz MikitSee GIRLS SOCCER , Page 58 PHOTOS BY TONY CALLAIO

Top, Sara Ruby scores her goal in the second half.

Right, Sara Ruby has a mid-air collision with GAR’s Bri Majikes

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In a crossover game against a North Pocono team that made the district playoffs last year, Wyoming Area played a complete game on offense as well as defense on Tuesday at the Tenth Street Elementary Field in Wyoming.

With a bit of a tinkered lineup, the moves worked for WA as the offense was able to apply pressure and create dangerous opportunities and the defense was able to stymie North Pocono’s attack en route to a 1-0 victory.

"We’re just trying to fit people into places," said coach Mike Pryor about the changes to his lineup.

Some of those changes included a new-look defense.

Freshman Sam Acacio, Amanda Gallagher and Danielle Stillarty along with Shannon Ritts spoiled the efforts of the visiting team all day, not allowing them to form any sort of good attack.

"The three freshman in the back, they did an excellent job," said Pryor.

While the defense was executing their job, the offense was doing the same.

In the 15th minute, a free kick was awarded to WA just outside the attacking right half of the penalty box. Katie Scalzo stepped up to the ball and was able to bend it over the wall to the near post where Habibah Njiaja was able to knock it into the back of the net for a 1-0 lead. "(Katie) put the ball in the right spot, and luckily we work on free kick positioning," said Pryor. "We had a person on the near post and it went in the back of the net."

Wyoming Area didn’t slow down the attack after gaining the lead.

With just under 13 minutes left in the half, Jenna Skrinak ran onto a through-ball from Kourtney Schwerdtman and was one-onone with the keeper. However, the keeper was able to dive at the ball and knock it away as Skrinak went to shoot.

In the second half, North Pocono stepped up the pressure but the defense stepped up its game to thwart all opportunities.

Then, Skrinak nearly iced the game with less than two minutes left as she got the ball and made three cut backs to lose all defenders. She attacked the goal with the dribble and let loose a lefty shot but the keeper was able to knock it away.

"We just wanted to stay organized defensively and work hard in and around the ball," said Pryor. "We wanted to create opportunities which we did and I thought we defended pretty well as a group."

WA held the advantage in shots 14-12 but both sides had five shots on goal.

Caitlin Vitale made five saves in the victory.

The Lady Warriors game scheduled for Thursday at Wyoming Seminary was postponed until May 9.

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ish had two goals to lead PA. Danielle Fereck kicked things off less than seven minutes into the game as she took things into her own hands to score unassisted and give PA the early lead, one which they would not relinquish.

In the second half, the ever dangerous Ruby boosted the lead to 2-0 at the 57:19 mark but less than three minutes later, Marina

Sell scored her first off a feed from Tianna Stull to kick the lead to 3-0.

Less than four minutes after Sell’s goal, the dangerous duo of Mikitish and Ruby combined to give PA a 4-0 as Ruby fed Mikitish. Mikitish would strike again off a Stull assist three minutes later for the final goal of the match.

The defense was able to hold

GAR to just six shots, three of them on goal, while the offense peppered the goal with 23 shots.

Jordan Cumbo only needed to make three saves in goal for the Lady Patriots.

Tunkhannock 2, WA 1 (OT)

In a make-up game from earlier this season, and one day after a big victory, the Lady Warriors (3-3) were defeated 2-1 in over-

time against the Tunkhannock Tigers on Wednesday at Roslund Elementary in Tunkhannock.

After a scoreless first half, Tunkhannock was the first one on the scoreboard as they scored less than nine minutes into the second half. However, the Lady Warriors were able to fight back and notch the game equalizer when Danielle Stillarty fed Kourtney Schwerdtman, who

was able to finish the play with a goal in the 69th minute. The two Division 2B foes would battle the rest of the way in a 1-1 tie as the game was sent to overtime.

However, the Tigers scored the game-winner just seconds into overtime and the Lady Warriors fell 2-1. Caitlin Vitale had a fine day in the net, recording 27 saves as WA was outshot 29-7.

LOCAL BOWLING

Parakeets cop Lady Birds title; league meeting Wed. The Parakeets won the 2010-11 title of the Lady Birds Bowling league. Team members are Barbara Slusser, Deanna Yonki, Maria Yonki and Jean Linskey The reorganization and award meeting is Wednesday, May 4 at

Modern Lanes. All players and new players are encouraged to attend Knights of Columbus League

Standings Ruane-Regan Funeral Home

39 – 25, Leonards Funeral Home 39 – 25, Betterman 34 – 30, Biernacki Eye Association 33 – 31, Insalaco Development Group 31 – 33, Pierce Drug 29.5 – 34.5, Parini Beverage 27 – 37, Brandypatch 23.5 – 40.5

High Scores Charles Simalchik 750, John Diaco 740, John Tomkoski Sr. 647, Ed Wilczewski 643, Joseph Man 627, Robert Gebhardt Sr. 618, Owen Moran 612, John Snitko 587, Ron Maloney 571,

James Rooney 556, John Hrichison 550, Elvis Girman 524, Chris Loughney 514, Paul Leonard 510, Ray Kownacki 505, Mike Morrissey 504, Greg Serfass 500.

K A R AT E

Sitara’s students participate in the PA open championship The following students from Sitara’s Karate in Pittston, Pa participated in the Pennsylvania State Open Championship. Students place in different divisions consisting of Point Sparring, Breaking, and Weapons. One student won the Grand Championship.

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Pictured at right, from left to right are: Aliviah J. Seeman, Yellow Belt, 1st in Sparring; Erin Newman, Yellow Belt, 2nd in Sparring; Katt Pascual, Orange Belt, 1st in Sparring; Jacob Jenkins, Green Belt, 1st in Sparring, 2nd in Breaking, 1st in Weapons, and won the Grand Championship; Master Sheridan, owner of Sitaras; Cora Brady, Yellow Belt, 2nd in Sparring.

Wyoming Area ice hockey honored at banquet The Wyoming Area Ice Hockey Board recently held its annual banquet at Fox Hill to honor the Warriors Ice Hockey team and its sponsors.

The WAIHB honored Flowers

by Lucille and owner John Bolin with a plaque and a team picture for his continued support of the Warriors Ice Hockey team for the past seven years.

The Wyoming Area Ice Hockey Alumni also presented the 2011 graduating seniors with a pin for their faithful dedication to the WA Ice Hockey Program.

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HIGH SCHOOL ICE HOCKEY

PHOTOS BY BILL TARUTIS

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Above, Wyoming Area Ice Hockey Board Recording and Corresponding Secretary Dawn Thomas holds up the Golden Skate Award and dispalys an alumni game jersey.

Top right, WA ice hockey sponsor John Bolin, of Flowers by Lucille, center, is presented with a team photo and plaque by seniors Dalton Francik, left, Matt Menendez, Kody Nowicki, and Donny Flannelly.

Middle right, WA ice hockey seniors Kody Nowicki, left, Matt Menendez, Dalton Francik, and Donny Flannelly.

Coach Frank Hawk, left, and Andrea Bowman present the Coach Jamie Bowman Memorial Award to Zeb Gavigan

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Briefs

spiritual, educational, social, and recreational needs of every camp. Transportation is provided to and from camp. Scholarships are based on need, with proper paperwork completed two weeks before camp.

“School will be ending soon,” Richwine points out. “For some kids, going to Camp Ladore is the highlight of the whole summer.”

Parents interested in sending their children to summer camp should register at The Salvation Army, 17 S. Pennsylvania Avenue, Wilkes-Barre. For more information, contact The Salvation Army at 570-824-8741.

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workshop. Please contact Penn State Extension in Luzerne County at 825-1701 or 602-0600 to register, or email LuzerneExt@psu.edu. You may also want to request the full year’s calendar of workshop topics, dates, and locations by calling or emailing as above.

Round Table

The Wyoming Valley Civil War Round Table meeting will be held on May 12 at 7 p.m. in the lower level of the DaddowIsaacs American Legion, 730 Memorial Highway, Dallas.

Speaker will be Anthony T.P. Brooks, the Executive Director of the Luzerne County Historical Society, who will present his program on “Brothers from Wyoming Valley Fighting on Opposite Sides in the Civil War” in readings of letters from Joseph Lord Butler and Ziba Bennett Butler to their mother, Abigail Slocum Butler.

PA Class of 1981

Pittston Area class of 1981 will hold a reunion meeting - cookout on Saturday, May 28, at 3:30 p.m. at the home of Sandy Russo-Schwartz, 12 Friend Street, Pittston. Classmates that plan on attending are asked to please email paclassof1981@gmail.com or Sandy directly via Facebook.

RSVP for the class reunion are due by June 1 with payment of $35 per person due no later than July 1. Please forward payments

Theatre Workshops

The Falls Senior Center members and visitors enjoyed a presentation by Marge Bart owner of the Blue Chip Animal Rescue. Joining Marge was Lisa Risch, a volunteer at the shelter, and Lisa's little rescue dog Buddy, who stole the show with tricks and his lovable personality.

The Center invites anyone 60+ to join in any day Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

A hot meal is served at noon. Anyone wishing to come for a hot meal for a suggested donation of $2.00 should RSVP to Twila by 12:30 p.m. the day before.

On Thursday, May12, at 11:15 a.m. there will be free Blood Pressure screening followed by a presentation on Arthritis and Osteoporosis given by a Nurse from Golden Living Center.

to Patty Capitano-Kachinsky, 508 McCullen Street, Duryea Pa 18642. Our 30th class reunion will be held on Saturday, September 10, 2011 from 6 to 11 p.m.

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Senior Center Menu Senior Citizens Centers, sponsored by the Area Agency on Aging for Luzerne and Wyoming counties, offer hot noon meals, Monday through Friday to people 60 years of age or older. Donations from participants are gratefully accepted and needed in order to expand this program.

Following is the menu for the week at the Pittston Center.

Monday - Chicken Florentine, peas, herbed rice pilaf, multi-grain bread, leman poppy seed cake, orange, margarine, milk and coffee Tuesday - Bag lunch Wednesday - Mother’s Day Special - Stuffed chicken breast, glazed baby carrots, broccoli salad, dinner roll, white cake, margarine, milk and coffee.

Thursday - Cinco de Mayo - Taco Salad Bar Friday - Hot turkey sandwich, gravy, beef salad, salad dressing, vegetable barley soup, roll, crackers, chilled peaches, margarine, milk, coffee.

at the Firelite Banquet Hall Dupont.

Cosmopolitan Seniors

The Cosmopolitan Seniors have scheduled the following trips. Mount Airy on Wednesday, May 11, The Italian Festival at Mt. Haven Wednesday, June 15, which includes breakfast buffet, dinner buffet, entertainment, and open bar. Sight and Sound Theatre in Lancaster Wednesday August 17. Theatre tickets and dinner included. King Henry and the Showmen at Penn’s Peak Wednesday, October 19, show and family style lunch. All trips are open to the public please call travel coordinator Johanna at 655-2720 for more information or details on trips.

Salvation Army Camp

The Salvation Army is now

taking applications for their weeklong, summer camp program at Camp Ladore. Summer camp dates are June 22-27, July 8-16, and August 3-8.

“It’s an experience not to be missed,” observes Wilkes-Barre Salvation Army Captain Patty Richwine. “Time spent at camp can be a life-changing experience for kids. We are so grateful to our friends who sponsored these children.”

Last summer, 34 children from the Wilkes-Barre area went to a weeklong camp where they played sports, swam, explored the outdoors and made crafts.

Children ages 7-17 can have the opportunity to attend The Salvation Army camp at Camp Ladore in Waymart. The camp is owned and operated by The Salvation Army and consists of 1,200 acres of land surrounding a 265 acre lake.

Programs contribute to the

The Music Box is pleased to announce the following Theatre Workshops: Children’s Summer Theatre Workshop for ages 8-12. Classes begin July 25 and run Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. - noon through August 19. The students will perform Disney’s Aladdin Kids on August 19 & 20. Tuition is $200 per child.

Music Box Theatre Academy for ages13-18. Classes begin August 30 and will be held twice weekly in the evening through October 13. The students will perform Grease on October 14, 15 & 16. Tuition is $275 per student.

Both programs are enrolling now and will fill up very quickly.

Call 283-2195 for enrollment forms or additional information.

All classes will be held at The Music Box Dinner Playhouse, 196 Hughes Street in Swoyersville.

PA Class of 1986

Pittston Area Class of 1986 will hold a 25th reunion weekend. The following events are set: Friday September 24, tailgate party at PAHS 7-9 p.m. and Saturday, September 25, networking at Good Fellos in Pittston from 7-11 p.m.

All interested alumni are asked to contact either Janine Kubasko-Starinsky (Starz364@verizon.net)or Romaine Gillow Astolfi (rtessie@aol.com) on face book or email with current mailing addresses or wishing to join the committee.

A formal invitation will soon follow.

Ellen Beky

April 24, 2011 Joan Marie Pradel, 73, of Duryea, passed away Sunday, April 24, 2011, surrounded by her loving family at the Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Plains Township. She was the widow of the late George Joseph Pradel.

Joan was born on February 13, 1938, in Wilkes-Barre, a daughter of the late Carl and Ruth Annette Lahr Berger. She was an excellent seamstress for the Greater Wyoming Valley Garment Industry. Joan was also a social member of the various

clubs of Crossin Towers, Duryea.

Joan was preceded in death by her husband, George; son, Robert; sister, Ellen Renfer; and brother, Raymond Berger.

She is survived by sons, George Pradel, Duryea, Rodney Pradel, and wife, Victoria, Pittston Township; daughters, Cynthia Taft, and husband, Burton, Clark Summit, and Beverly MacDonald, and husband Timothy, Simpson, Pa.; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; brother, Carl Berger,

April 26, 2011 and wife, Marie, S.C.; sister, Rosella Turner, and husband, Elwood, Pittston; sister-in-law, Alice Berger, Pittston Township; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held on Wednesday from the Pointek Funeral Home, 204 Main St., Duryea with the Rev. Michael Shambora officiating. Interment will follow in the Marcy Cemetery, Duryea. Her family requests that flowers be omitted, and memorial gifts may be made to the charity of your choice.

Linda Ann Carwardine April 29, 2011 Linda Ann Carwardine, 66, Hughestown, died Friday at Home.

She and her husband, Gary L. Carwardine, celebrated their 43rd wedding anniversary Oct.21, 2010.

Born in Dunmore, she was the daughter of the late John M. and Dorothy B. Snyder Clement. She was a graduate of Dunmore High School class of 1964 and attend-

ed Penn State University.

She was a member of the Waterlilies at the Pittston YMCA..

She loved spending time with her family at the beach and also enjoyed, traveling, gardening and especially shopping.

Also surviving are a son, Ryan Carwardine, Hughestown, and a daughter, Krista Carwardine, Haverhill, Mass., a sister Evelyn Burdick and husband Walter, Elmhurst, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and her cat Max. A funeral service will be held

Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. in the Carlucci-Golden-DeSantis Funeral Home Inc., 318 East Drinker St. Dunmore. Interment will follow in Fairview Memorial Park, Elmhurst. Visitation will be Monday from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Sacred Heart 340 Montage Mountain Rd., Moosic, 18507.

To offer en online condolence, please visit www.DunmoreFuneralHome.com

Ellen Beky, 60, a resident of Laflin, passed away early Tuesday morning, April 26, 2011, at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Plains Township, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born in Wilkes-Barre on January 26, 1951, Ellen was a daughter of the late John and Ruth (Wolfskiel) Rhodes.

Raised in Wilkes-Barre, Ellen was a graduate of E.L. Meyers High School, WilkesBarre.

Ellen was employed in the purchasing department at Intermountain Medical Group, Kingston.

She was a member of Saint John’s Lutheran Church, Wilkes-Barre.

A very strong and brave person, Ellen always remained positive throughout her illness.

Ellen was very creative and greatly enjoyed doing crafts.

Family always came first to Ellen throughout her life and she cherished each opportunity she had to be with her loved ones, especially her grandchildren.

Ellen is survived by her son Andrew Beky and his wife, Gena, of Macungie, Pa.; her daughter Amy Haydu and her

husband, Aaron, of Forty Fort; her grandchildren, Michael Beky, Matthew Beky and Sydney Haydu; her brother, Paul Rhodes of Florida; her companion Roger Anderson of Laflin, with whom Ellen resided; as well as numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and friends.

A Memorial Visitation was held on Friday at the Wroblewski Funeral Home Inc., 1442 Wyoming Ave., Forty Fort.

For additional information, or to send the family of Ms. Ellen Beky an online message of condolence, you may visit the funeral home website at www.wroblewskifuneralhome.com.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Medical Oncology Prescription Fund, c/o 382 Pierce St., Kingston, PA 18704.

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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 570.602.0183; 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.

thorns to symbolize the millions of Holocaust victims, sheaves of wheat symbolizing the rebirth of Poland, bread and grapes symbolizing new life, doves, and lily symbolizing peace. Members will then light votive candles in memory of those who perished in the 27 known concentration camps in Europe.

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1, in St. Stanislaus Church, North Main Street, WilkesBarre. Immediately prior to the Mass PAC members will present special gifts: chain and crown of

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Tuesday, April 26, 2011 Larraine V. Hopkins, 83, of Wyoming passed away Tuesday, April 26, 2011 in Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Plains Township.

Born in Plains on September 10, 1927, she was the daughter of the late Steven and Ida Zanerolli Vitali. She was a graduate of Plains High School. In her earli-

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er years, she worked as a telephone operator in California.

She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother.

She was preceded in death by a sister, Norma Cecconi.

Surviving are her husband of 62 years, George A. Hopkins; daughter, Darice Hopkins, Wyoming; grandsons, Jonathan Williams, Wyoming; and Jason Williams and his wife, Taryn, Wayne, PA; a nephew, Alfred Cecconi, New York City.

Arrangements were made by the Peter J. Adonizio Funeral Home, 802 Susquehanna Avenue, West Pittston. Interment will be at the convenience of the family.

Memorial donations may be made to the Airedale Rescue Society or to the Humane Society.

On-line condolences may be made at www.peterjadoniziofuneralhome.com.

Ernest J. Kozlowski, Old Forge, died Tuesday, April 26, 2011, at Community Medical Center, Scranton.

Born in Duryea on September 30, 1930, he was a son of the late John Kozlowski and Stella Echalk Kozlowski Dopkin, and step-son of the late John Dopkin.

He was a graduate of Old Forge High School. Prior to his retirement he was employed by Lomma Ent., Scranton. He was a member of Nativity of Our Lord

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Mary E. “Molly” Devers, of West Pittston passed away Friday, April 29, 2011, at The Jewish Home of Scranton, where she resided for the past 3 years.

Molly was born on September 8, 1925 in New York City and was the daughter of the late Michael and Florence Boyle Rynne. She resided in Hazleton and was a graduate of the Hazleton High School.

She was a member of Immaculate Conception Church, West Pittston. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph, on September 9, 2011.

Surviving are children, James and wife, Gail of West Pittston; Cheryl, Wyoming; Jo Ellen Bell and husband, James, Kingston; Marianne, West Pittston; Joseph and wife, Andrea, Jenkins Township, and Patricia Prociak and husband, Michael, Jenkins Township. She is also survived by grandchildren, Alison Arbacheski, Megan Devers, Andrew,

Kristen, and Katie Bell, Joseph Devers, and Michael, Rebecca, Nicholas, and Matthew Prociak; a sister, Regina Gannon of Raleigh NC, as well as nieces and nephews.

The family would like to sincerely thank the staff of the third floor of The Jewish Home for their outstanding care and compassion during her stay.

Funeral services will be Tuesday, May 3, 2011 at 9 a.m. from the Peter J. Adonizio Funeral Home, 802 Susquehanna Avenue, West Pittston with a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in Corpus Christi Parish, Immaculate Conception Church, West Pittston. Interment, Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Carverton.

Friends may call Monday, May 2, 2011 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that memorial donations be made to the Colleen Shea Children’s Foundation, 1086 Highway 315, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702. On-line condolences may be made at www.peterjadoniziofuneralhome.com.

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Howard R. Jones, 64, of Wilkes-Barre, died April 23, 2011, at his home.

Born in Wilkes-Barre on February 2, 1947, he was a son of the late Edward and Ruth (Hartman) Jones.

Howard enjoyed racing motorcycles and watching drag racing.

He was also a member of the local Masons.

He especially loved spending time with his cocker spaniel,

Tasha.

He was a truck driver for 35 years, retiring from Petroleum Service Company in 2010.

In addition to his parents, Howard was also preceded in death by stepmother, Ann Jones, and stepfather, John Brugger.

Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 42 years, Susan Jones, WilkesBarre; daughters, Jennifer and husband Joseph Chopyak, Stephanie and husband Kevin Best, all of Pittston; grandchildren, Joseph, Adam, and Alica Chopyak; brothers, Ed-

Parish, Duryea, and he served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict.

Surviving are aunts, Sophie Zbylicki of Duryea and Lucille Stipanovich of North Carolina; and cousins. A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Thursday at Holy Rosary Church, Duryea. Interment was at the parish cemetery, Duryea.

Arrangements are by the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., Duryea.

ward "Butch," David and Jack; sister, Dorthy Sepela; as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.

A prayer service was held on Tuesday at Kniffen O’Malley Funeral Home Inc., 465 S. Main St, Wilkes-Barre.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Earthly Angels Autism Fund of the Luzerne Foundation, 140 Main St., Second Floor, Luzerne, PA 18709.

Online condolences can be sent to www.BestLifeTributes.com.

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John A. Butera, 76, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away Thursday, April 28, 2011.

He was the husband of 48 years to Joyce (Leister) Butera.

Born January 29, 1935, in Pittston, he was a son of the late Angelo Butera and Nellie (Carmella) (DeRosa) Butera. He graduated from Pittston High School, class of 1952, and retired from Babcock & Wilcox, Scranton, as a draftsman.

He later went on to work at Techneglas. John served in the U.S. Army, attaining the rank of Private First Class. He was a lifetime member of Serradefalco Society.

He was preceded in death, in addition to his parents, by a brother, Gasper Butera.

Surviving are children, Carmella and Albert Fereck, Pittston, Christine and Sam Parry, Gibbsboro, N.J., and John and Rose Mary Butera, Pittston; as well as grandchildren, Albert Fereck, Danielle Fereck, Kristen Fereck, John C. Butera, Robert

April 28, 2011 Parry, and Camille Parry.

Funeral was handled by the Graziano Funeral Home Inc., Pittston Township. A Mass of Christian Burial was held at St. Rocco’s R.C. Church, Pittston, on Saturday with Daniel Schwebs presiding.

Interment followed at St. Rocco’s R.C. Cemetery, Pittston Township.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Rocco’s Church or the Henry Cancer Center at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Plains Township.

Mary Placek April 26, 2011 Mary Placek, Dupont, died Tuesday, April 26, 2011, in Highland Manor Nursing Home, Exeter.

She would have been 101 years old on June 2, 2011.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Walter Placek, who was killed in a mining accident in 1961.

Born in Dupont, she was a daughter of the late John and Tekla Figura Bushinski.

Mary was a member of Holy Mother of Sorrows Polish National Catholic Church, Dupont, where she worked tirelessly around the church. She was President of the Woman’s Adoration of the Most Blessed Sacrament Society for many years and a member for almost 75 years.

She adored children and young people. She loved doing handwork including crocheting and tatting, making countless afghans and Christmas tree angels.

She also loved to bake and cook, especially cakes and bread.

The family would like to thank the nurses and staff of Highland Manor for their love and concern for Mary.

Surviving are a daughter Loretta Szczepanski, New Jersey; two sons, the Rev. Dr. Walter Placek and his wife, Barbara, Harding, and Paul Placek and his wife, Marie, Suscon; nine grandchildren, John Szczepanski and his wife, Karen, Mountain Top, Dr. David Szczepanski and his wife, Nancy, Grand Rapids, Mich., Paul Szczepanski and his wife, Cindy, Florida, Jeffrey Szczepanski and his wife, Dawn, Princeton, N.J., Allison Knick

and her husband, Joseph, Harding, David Placek, West Pittston, Adrienne Royster and her husband, Douglas, Luddington, Mich., Paula Richards and her husband, Darin, Georgia, and Richard Placek and his wife, Stacey, Moscow, Pa.; 22 greatgrandchildren and one greatgreat-grandchild; as well as nieces and nephews.

The funeral was Saturday in Holy Mother of Sorrows Polish National Catholic Church, Dupont. Interment in the parish cemetery. As per her request, there were no calling hours.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Stanislaus Elementary School, 529 E. Locust St., Scranton, PA 18505.

Arrangements are by the Leon S. Gorgol Funeral Home, 1131 Pittston Ave., Scranton, PA 18505.

Marian T. Fearick Thursday, April 28, 2011 John the Baptist School, Pittston for twenty years.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul J. Fearick; son, Paul J. Fearick, Jr.; and brother, Joseph Brown.

Surviving is her daughter, Marie of Laflin with whom she resided; and son, James.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, May 2, 2011 at 9:30 a.m. in St. John the Evangelist Church, Pittston.

Those attending the funeral mass are asked to go directly to the

church on Monday morning. Interment, parish cemetery.

Friends may call Sunday, May 1, 2011 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Peter J. Adonizio Funeral Home, 802 Susquehanna Avenue, West Pittston.

The family requests that flowers be omitted and memorial donations be made to the Laflin Library, Laflin Road, Laflin, PA 18702. On-line condolences may be made at www.peterjadoniziofuneralhome.com.

Pittston. Grand children Anthony Sartorio, Candace Sartorio, Christina Sartorio and Frank Sartorio; great grandchildren Aiden Sartorio; sister(s) Frances Bellanco and Yolanda Roccogrande. And numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral will be handled by Graziano Funeral Home, Inc., Pittston Township, PA. Calling hours will be held on Sunday, May 1, 2011 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Rocco’s R.C. Church, Pittston on Monday May 2, 2011 at 9:30 a.m. (9:00 a.m. from funeral home) Presiding: Rev Phil Massetti. Interment will follow at St. Rocco’s R.C. Cemetery Pittston Twp.

Sophie Maryanna Baclawski April 28, 2011 Sophie Maryanna Baclawski of Duryea passed away Thursday, April 28, 2011 at Hospice Community Care Inpatient, Dunmore.

Born on November 1, 1918, she was the daughter of the late Alexander and Anastasia Lis Baclawski. Prior to her retirement, she was employed by the former Ownes Illinois, Pittston Township.

She was a member of Nativity of Our Lord Parish, Duryea, formerly Holy Rosary Church.

Surviving are sister, Eleanor Baclawski, nieces and great nieces, nephews and great nephews.

A Mass of Christian burial will be held on May 5 at 9:30 a.m. in Holy Rosary Church, Duryea. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Compassionate Care Hospice 960 North Main Ave., Scranton, PA 18508. Arrangements are by the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc. 204 Main Street, Duryea.

Ida Pearl Weitz April 27, 2011 Ida Pearl Weitz, 77, of Bear Creek, passed away April 27, 2011 at her home surrounded by her loving family.

She was born in Hughestown, March 25, 1934, daughter of the late George Lynn and Pearl Lynn Weitz.

She graduated from Hughestown High School and Pittston Hospital School of Nursing.

In her early years she was employed as a Registered Nurse by Pittston Hospital, Wilkes Barre General Hospital and Bridgeport Hospital, Connecticut.

For the last 42 years she was Administrator of Ida Weitz Personal Care Home, Meadow Run Road, Bear Creek, Township.

She was a member of the

Messiah Primitive Methodist Church, Bear Creek. She was a former member of Thornhurst Methodist Church, where she served as Sunday School Superindentant.

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Marian T. Fearick, 91, of Laflin, passed away Thursday, April 28, 2011 in Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Plains Township.

Born in Inkerman on November 5, 1919, she was the daughter of the late John and Marie Bonner Brown.

She was a graduate of Jenkins High School and College Misericordia.

She was a member of St. John the Evangelist Church, Pittston; and had been a teacher at St.

Antoinette A. Sartorio of Pittston, passed away on April 28, 2011. She was born on August 15, 1932 in Tunis, North Africa.

Antoinette was a devoted Catholic who was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She was married to Frank Sartorio.

She was preceded in death by her parents Josephine (Licata) Sartorio and Pietro Sartorio, brother Peter Sartorio and sister Carmella Bufalino.

Surviving relatives are sons Aldo and Cindy Sartorio, Meshoppen; Peter and Eileen Sartorio,

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The bride is the daughter of Gary and Patricia Cardamone, Bear Creek, PA. She is the granddaughter of the late James and Jessie Cardamone, Wilkes-Barre, PA and the late Walter and Anna Zelenick, Plains, PA. The groom is the son of Ann Marie Kowalczyk, Harding, PA and the late Robert Kowalczyk. He is the grandson of the late Adam and Marion Kowalczyk, Exeter, PA and the late Stanley Serino and Anna Serino-Davis of Pittston PA. The bride was given in marriage by her father and chose her sister Patricia Rutkowski, as matron of honor, and her sister Colette Yaronski, as maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Caroline Kreseski, cousin of the groom, Chelsea Rutkowski, niece of the bride and Stacy White, friend of the bride and groom. The junior bridesmaid was Kira Meager, cousin of the groom.

The groom chose his cousin Donald Kreseski as his best man.

Groomsmen were Robert Rutkowski, brother-in-law of the bride, Gary Cardamone, brother of the bride, Kevin Cardamone, brother of the bride and Fred White, friend of the bride and groom. The junior groomsman was Jacob Rutkowski, nephew of the bride.

An evening cocktail hour and reception was held at the Irem Country Club, Dallas, PA. A rehearsal dinner was given by the mother of the groom the previous evening at Marianacci’s Restaurant, Wyoming, PA. The bride was honored with a bridal shower given by her mother at the Ramada Inn, Wilkes-Barre, PA. The bride is a 2001 graduate of Coughlin High School, WilkesBarre, Pa and a 2005 graduate of King’s College, Wilkes-Barre, PA, where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice and Psychology. She is employed as an Adult Probation and Parole Officer.

Mr. and Mrs. Adam Kowalczyk The groom is a 1999 graduate of Wyoming Area High School, Exeter, PA and a 2004 graduate of Wilkes University, Wilkesrystle Cardamone and Adam Kowalczyk were united in Barre, PA, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Political Scimarriage by Father John O’Bell on November 13, 2010 at ence. He is employed as a Pennsylvania State Police Trooper. the Church of Holy Redeemer in Fall, PA.

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r. and Mrs. Edward J. Klem of Plains are pleased to announce the engagement and upcoming marriage of their daughter, Rebecca to Matthew Wanyo, son of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Wanyo of Plains.

The bride-to-be is the granddaughter of Margaret Florio of Ocala, Florida, the late James Florio, Helen Klem of WilkesBarre and the late Edward A. Klem. The groom is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Gwiazdzinski of Hudson and the late Mr. and Mrs. John Wanyo of Larksville.

Rebecca is a graduate of James M. Coughlin High School. She received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism with a minor in English Literature from the University of Pittsburgh. She also received her Secondary Education English Certification from King’s College. She is employed as an editorial assistant at the Sunday Dispatch, Pittston.

Matthew is a graduate of James M. Coughlin High School. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in MS&IS from Penn State University. He is employed as a purchasing manager at Pocal Industries, Scranton.

The couple will exchange vows on June 25, 2011 at Ss. Peter and Paul Church in Plains.

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amie Lee Petrucci and Eric M. Panusky together with their families announce their engagement and upcoming marriage.

The bride-to-be is the daughter of John and Roberta Petrucci, Exeter. She is the granddaughter of Antoinette Genanie and the late Martin Genanie, West Wyoming and the late John and Amy Petrucci, Exeter.

The prospective groom is the son of Dennis and Cindy Panusky of Scranton. He is the grandson of Paul and Rose Panusky as well as Harry and Estelle Kowanick, both from Scranton.

The bride-to-be is a 2004 graduate of Wyoming Area and a 2008 graduate of Penn State with a B.S. in Finance. She recently earned her MBA from Misericordia University and is employed at Powerrail Distribution Inc. The prospective groom is a 2007 graduate of West Scranton High and is employed at Prudential Financial.

The couple will exchange vows on October 29, 2011.

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The bride-to-be is the daughter of Rosemary and Gerald Daley, Pittston. She is the granddaughter of the late Frank and Margaret Mary Lavelle and Frank and Theresa Daley, Pittston. The prospective groom is the son of John and Elaine Schuh, Avoca. He is the grandson of the late Nancy and Charles Jones, Avoca and John and Virginia Schuh, Scranton.

Kelly is a 2001 graduate of Pittston Area High School and a 2007 graduate of Wilkes University earning a doctorate in pharmacy. She is employed with Rite Aid. John is a 2002 graduate of Pittston Area High School and 2006 graduate of Wilkes University earning a degree in elementary education. He is employed at Pittston Area and Radio Shack.

The wedding is set for August 20, 2011 at St. John the Evangelist Church, Pittston.

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The couple was married by Mayor Keith Moss, Duryea. Bridesmaids were John Ribaudo and Lacey Banta. Groomsmen were Ron Ribaudo and Rick Sorak.

The couple will celebrate with a cruise to Bermuda in October.

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adison Nicole Morreale, daughter of Salvatore Morreale and Megan Pitts of Pittston, was born on April 3, 2011 at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital.

Madison is the granddaughter of Salvatore and Noreen Morreale of Pittston and Nancy Pitts of Pittston. Madison is the great granddaughter of Albert and Marie Garrison of Pittston and Bill and Jean Searles of Duryea.

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yler Joseph Karcutskie, son of Joseph and Maria Karcutskie of Duryea, was born Friday, February 25th at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. He weighed 6 lbs, 13 ½ oz. and was 19 inches long.

He is the grandson of Gini Ciampi and the late Al Ciampi of West Pittston and Charles and Beatrice Karcutskie of West Wyoming.

Tyler has two sisters, Gianna four years old, and Kayla two and a half years old.

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Holy Redeemer High School holds first Grandparent’s Day Holy Redeemer High School held its first Grandparents’ Day, hosting the grandparents of students, faculty, and staff at a special Lenten Mass and a reception.

According to Anita Sirak, Holy Redeemer principal, the event was held to recognize the strong ties between families, their faith, and Catholic schools and to celebrate the traditions and values established by grandparents in their families and communities.

The Rev. John Lambert, V.E., Episcopal Vicar for School Planning for the Diocese of Scranton, celebrated Mass with the Rev. John Victoria, Holy Redeemer Chaplain. Holy Redeemer students, including officers of the Student Leadership Council and class presidents, also participa-

ted in the Mass. Grandparents were then hosted at a reception in the school cafeteria.

Shown are some Grandparents’ Day participants, first row, from left are Mr. Michael Booth, vice principal; Mrs. Anita Sirak, principal; Caroline Jones; Mrs. Ann Yenkowski; Mrs. Wilma Hurst; Mrs. Ruth Gardner; Mrs. Cassie Obeid and Mr. Charles Obeid; Mrs. Marie Zielen; Mrs. Kay Lambert; Mrs. Cece McCarthy and Mr. John McCarthy.

Second row: Mr. James McDermott, director of religious formation; Mr. Frank Yenkoski; Matthew Gardner; John McCarthy; Mr. Keith Zielen, faculty; the Rev. John Lambert; and Tim Lambert.

Mr. and Mrs. Yenkoski are the

grandparents of Caroline Jones of Mountaintop. Mrs. Hurst and Mrs. Gardner are the grandmothers of Matthew Gardner of

Plains. Mr. and Mrs. Obeid are the grandparents of John McCarthy of Trucksville, and Mr. and Mrs. McCarthy are the

grandparents of John McCarthy mother of Father Lambert. Mrs. and Tim Lambert of Wyoming. Marie Zielen is the grandmother Mrs. Kay Lambert is the grand- of Mr. Zielen. mother of Tim Lambert and the

Miseri nursing student inducted into international honor society Thirty-one students in the Misericordia University Nursing Program were recently inducted into the Theta Phi Chapter of the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing during an induction ceremony in Sandy and Marlene Insalaco Hall on campus.

In order to be nominated for membership into the International Honor Society of Nursing, undergraduate nursing candidates must have completed at least one half of the nursing curriculum, maintained at least a 3.0 grade point average and be ranked in the top 35 percent of the graduating class. The students must also demonstrate leadership in nursing at Misericordia University and in the greater community. Graduate nursing candidates must have completed one fourth of the nursing curriculum and achieved a 3.5 grade point average.

The International Honor Society of Nursing — Sigma Theta Tau — was established in 1922 and is one of the largest international nursing organizations. It works to foster, develop and connect nurse scholars

and leaders worldwide to improve health care. The honor society promotes nursing excellence through its initiatives in research, leadership, an electronic library, programming and publications, and develops and distributes nursing knowledge for use in practice.

Misericordia held its first induction ceremony in 1986. The current Theta Phi Chapter officers are Annette Weiss, R.N., Ph.D., president; Christina Tomkins, M.S.N., F.N.P.-B.C., P.H.R.N., president-elect; Lauren Murphy, R.N., B.S.N., vice president; Todd Hastings, M.S., R.N., treasurer; Kathleen Gelso, M.S.N., R.N., secretary; Kathleen Sheikh, M.S.N., C.R.N.P., faculty counselor, Theta Phi Chapter; Marion Villano, M.S.N., R.N., faculty counselor Theta Phi Chapter.

Students inducted into the Theta Phi Chapter are Angela Anderson, Shavertown, Pa.; Tyler Anderson, Denver, Pa.; Jean Bantell, Hughestown, Pa.; Stephanie Castle, Canton, Pa.; Kathleen Clutcher, Shamokin, Pa.; Patricia Dupak, Mountain Top, Pa.; Angela Evans, Noxen, Pa.; Wendy Franklin, Hanover

Township, Pa.; Jeffrey Hartzell, Stroudsburg, Pa.; Laura Herbener, Freeland, Pa.; Colleena Jenceleski, Nanticoke, Pa.; Kelly Johnson, Branchville, N.J.; Ann Jones, Plymouth, Pa.; Christine Karosa, Dupont, Pa.; Anne Kulick, Elysburg, Pa.; D’Andra Lindbuchler, Wyoming, Pa.; Kimberly Loftus, West Pittston, Pa.; Jennifer McDonald, Dushore, Pa.; Amanda Ollivier, Palmyra, N.J.; Avani Patel, Philadelphia, Pa.; Aubree Petrone, Bellevernon, Pa.;

Yvette Ploskonka, Mountain Top, Pa.; Jacqueline Polito, Whitestone, N.Y.; Marcia Pollack, Barnesville, Pa.; Kerri Ryan, Beach Lake, Pa.; Karen Simeone, Northumberland, Pa.; Christine Stich, Drums, Pa.; Jane Stredny, Harveys Lake, Pa.; Michele Switzer, Sunbury, Pa.; Chantelle Udzella, Kingston, Pa.; and Emily Wolter, Harveys Lake.

For more information about the Misericordia University nursing program, please log on

to www.misericordia.edu/nursing or call (570) 674-6474. For more information about Misericordia University, please log on to www.misericordia.edu or call (570) 674-6400. Founded and Sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy in 1924, Misericordia University is Luzerne County’s first four-year college and offers 32 bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degree programs in three colleges in full- and parttime formats.

Participating in the ceremony,

first row from left, are Laura Herbener, Tyler Anderson, Amanda Ollivier, Jane Stredny, Michele Switzer, Stephanie Castle, Jacqueline Polito, Kelly Johnson, Aubree Petrone and Anne Kulick; second row, Angela Evans, Wendy Franklin, Chantelle Udzella, Yvette Ploskonka, Colleena Jenceleski, Jeffrey Hartzell, Jean Bantell, Marcia Pollack, Karen Simeone, Kimberly Loftus, Angela Anderson, Patricia Dupak and Kathleen Clutcher.

Wilkes University announces 63rd annual high school math contest

Ten juniors from six area high schools placed in the Luzerne County Council of Teachers of Mathematics 63rd Annual High School Mathematics Contest hosted by Wilkes University.

Prizes were awarded to top finishers, with the first-place winner in each division receiving a four-year full-tuition scholarship to pursue the major of his or her choosing at Wilkes University.

Pictured at left are the winning juniors seated from left to right: Tseng-Yu Chang, Wyoming Seminary, 10th place; Brittany Fisher, MMI Preparatory School, 6th place; Megan Potoski, Wyoming Area High School, 1st place; Eric Klemchak, Coughlin High School, 2nd place; Trevor Alder, Wyoming Area High School, 3rd place.

Standing from left to right: Ju-

lian Welsch, E.L. Meyers High School, 6th place; Paul Brasavage, MMI Preparatory School, 6th place; Janak Jethva, Crestwood High School, 4th place; Michael Macarevich, MMI Preparatory School, 9th place; Susan Hao, Crestwood High School, 5th place; Wyoming Area High School mathematics teacher Deanna Mennig.

Ten seniors from four area

WVM School hosts Bloomsburg Theatre Company The students of the Wyoming Valley Montessori School located on West Market Street in Kingston recently hosted the renowned Bloomsburg Theatre Ensemble as they presented a Civil War themed live performance entitled, “Capture the Flag.” As a part of their Theatre in the Classroom series the troupe portrayed the lives of three 10 year old children one

from Vicksburg, Mississippi, one from Richmond, Virginia, and one from Gettysburg, Pennsylvania on that faithful day of July 4, 1863, when the course of the Civil War turned in favor of the North.

Students were able to draw from the emotions of the actor’s characters what it was like to be a young child during that terrible war one hundred and

fifty years ago. Following the performance a question and answer session was conducted which discussed not only the theme of the performance but various questions on aspects of live performance.

Pictured with the children of Wyoming Valley Montessori are the actors from left to right; David Menich, Daniel Roth, and Rosemary Brownlow.

high schools placed in the Luzerne County Council of Teachers of Mathematics 63rd Annual High School Mathematics Contest hosted by Wilkes University.

Prizes were awarded to top finishers, with the first-place winner in each division receiving a four-year full-tuition scholarship to pursue the major of his or her choosing at Wilkes University.

Pictured at right are the winning seniors seated from left to right: Linnae Homza, Wyoming Area High School, 9th place; Pierce Donovan, Dallas High School, 8th place; Eric Werbin, Wyoming Area High School, 1st place; Josh Carey, Wyoming Area High School, 2nd place; Sarah Brozena, Wyoming Valley West High School, 7th place. Standing from left to right: Samantha Cas-

to, Dallas High School, 10th place; Robert Adams, Dallas High School, 5th place; Tim Reinert, Dallas High School, 5th place; Brian Wise, Dallas High School, 3rd place; Chris Kropiewnicki, Greater Nanticoke Area High School, 4th place; Wyoming Area High School mathematics teacher Deanna Mennig.

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Sofia Colarusso Sofia Mary Colarusso daughter of Mike and Jaime Colarusso, Exeter, celebrated her third birthday on April 28.

Sofia is the granddaughter of Jim and Debbie Lampman of Pittston and Joe and Bev Colarusso of Pittston Twp. She is the great granddaughter of John Brogna of Pittston.

Sofia has a little brother, Michael who is one and a half years old.

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James is the grandson of David and Arlene Clifford, Avoca, and Janet and the late Dr. Angelo Guariglia, M.D., of New Jersey. James is in Mrs. Morreale’s second.grade class at Pittston Primary Center and enjoys playing basketball.

James has two older brothers, Anthony, 17 and Angelo, 17, and an older sister, Alyvia, 12.

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Aiden Blizzard Aiden Timothy Blizzard, the son of Kimberly and Timothy Blizzard, is celebrating his second birthday today, May 1.

Aiden is the grandson of Janet Campbell of Pittston. He is also the grandson of Tanya and William Blizzard of Kingston. He is the great grandson of Wanna Derby of Hanover; and the late Mary Campbell of Pittston.

Stop by or mail your birthday photo to: The Sunday Dispatch 109 New Street Pittston, PA 18640 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.

AJ Scialpi Antonio (AJ) Scialpi, son of Tracey Scialpi, West Pittston and Ken Scialpi, Hughestown celebrated his sixth birthday on April 28.

Maternal grandparents are Jim and Ellen Riddle, West Pittston. Paternal grandparents are Donald Scialpi, Hughestown and the late Betty Sue Scialpi.

Antonio has three sisters, Courtney, 21; Samantha, 17; and Elizabeth, 14. He has a puppy named Bella and enjoys T-ball, soccer, football and swimming.

Andrew Ryan Bittmann, son of Frank and Donna Bittmann, Pittston Township, is celebrating his fifth birthday today, May 1.

Andrew’s grandparents are Ann and the late Louis Braccini, Pittston Township and Kurt and Gerda Bittmann, Lake Grove, NY. Andrew is the great grandson of Wanda Braccini, Exeter and the late Gino Braccini and James and Marie D’Auria.

Andrew has a sister, Paige, who will be three on May 30.

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sky, daughter of Bryan and Kellie Steransky, West Pittston celebrated her second birthday on April 23, 2011.

Maternal grandparents are Patricia and the late Warren Dale of West Pittston. Paternal grandparents are Ronnie and Peggy Walsh of Harding. Great grandparents are Peter Scutt and the late Doris Scutt of Vernon, the late Olin and Elizabeth Brace and the late Frank and Shirley Stanish.

Madison has a brother Justin, Madison Steransky eight years old. A party was Madison Elizabeth Steran- held in her honor.

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Justin Burns Justin Burns, son of Maria Burns, Avoca and Jeff Burns, Harding celebrated his eighth birthday on April 19.

He is the grandson of Bob and Jennie Houston of Avoca, Jack and Maryann Burns, Laflin and Elke Schwarz, Germany.

Jillian Graham Jillian Rae Graham, daughter of Brian and Maribeth Graham, turned six on April 26.

Maternal grandmother is Carolyn DeAngelo. Paternal grandmother is Margaret, Graham. Jillian has three siblings, Cassidy, 10; Caleb, 9; and Francene, 2.

Ella Sebia Ella Sebia, daughter of Michael and Lynn Sebia, Plains celebrated her first birthday on April 29.

She is the granddaughter of David and Corrine Hudzinski, Jenkins Township and Lew and the late Carol Sebia, Pittston Township. Her godparents are Dave Hudzinski and Cathy Sincavage.

Louis Tomasetti and his wife Edith, of Atlanta, Georgia, will be celebrating her fourth birthday on Tuesday, May 3.

Grandparents include Mary Jane Tomasetti of Inkerman, the late Joseph A. Tomasetti, and Ed and Sandy Yeargan of Rome Georgia. Paternal great grandparents are the late Nazareth and Margaret Tomasetti and the late Clement and Mary Bowman, all of Pittston. Maternal great grandparents are Edith Swint, the late Edgar J. Swint and the late Edmund and Marjorie Yeargan, all of Rome, Georgia.

A party for family and Rebecca Tomasetti friends was held on Saturday, Rebecca Jewel Tomasetti, April 30, in Atlanta. Rebecca daughter of Pittston native has a brother, A.J., who is six.

Lotus Stotler Lotus Stotler, daughter of Erica and Kevin Stotler, Richmond, Virginia celebrated her fourth birthday on Easter Sunday, April 24.

Lotus is the granddaughter of Ruth and Anthony Kleinhans, Winchester, Virginia and Deborah and the late Charles Stotler of Virginia. She is a great granddaughter of Julie and the late Edward Satkowski Sr. of Avoca and Theresa and Val Kleinhans, Pittston.

A party was held in her honor.

SCHOOL MENUS School menus for the week of Breakfast available daily - Assorted whole grain cereals w/ May 2 toast, breakfast pizza, buttered Pittston Area toast.

Kindergarten, Primary and Middle and High Schools Intermediate Centers Monday –Hot wing chicken Monday –Cheese steak hoagie hoagie, corn, mixed fruit, low fat or hot ham & cheese on bun, milk corn, pineapple, low fat milk.

Tuesday–Macaroni & cheese, Breakfast: French toast sticks bread slice, stewed tomatoes, 100% fruit juice, low fat milk pineapple tidbits, low fat milk.

Tuesday –Chicken parmesan Wednesday –Steak & cheese with pasta or cheeseburger on hoagie, carrots, pears, low fat bun, green beans, peach crisp, milk low fat milk. Breakfast: Ham, Thursday –Beef Fajita wrap or egg and cheese on bagel 100% taco salad with fixings, bread fruit juice, low fat milk slice, green beans, peaches, low Wednesday –Hot dog on bun, fat milk or grilled cheese sandwich, Friday –Chicken stir fry over baked fries, pears, low fat milk. rice, wheat bread, mixed vegetaBreakfast: Pancakes with syrup bles, applesauce, low fat milk 100% fruit juice, low fat milk.

Daily at High School - FavorThursday –Chicken sticks ites - Plain Pizza. with BBQ sauce or meatball Grill Specials - Cheeseburgplatter, bread slice, carrots, ap- ers, Buffalo chicken patties, Paplesauce, low fat milk, Break- nini Sandwiches, grilled chicken fast: Scrambled eggs & toast patties andchicken fajita 100% fruit juice, low fat milk Deli Specials: Salad assorted Friday -Beef taco salad, & tor- "made to order" hoagies and tilla chips, or white pizza, peas, wraps. mixed fruit, low fat milk Daily at Middle School - FaWeekly choices -Ham and vorites - Plain Pizza; Cheese wrap, crispy chicken Grill Specials - Cheeseburgwrap, turkey sandwich, tuna ers, hot dogs, Buffalo chicken hoagie. patties, grilled chicken patties plain pizza available daily. andchicken fajita.

Deli Specials - salads, assorted hoagies and wraps.

This weeks specials: High and Middle SchoolsPizza Monday -Hot chicken wing Tuesday and Thursday -Pepperoni Wednesday -Fresh tomato white pizza Friday -Hot chicken wing Weekly specials: High School - Panini Monday -steak and cheese Tuesday -Hot chicken & cheese Wednesday -Ham and cheese Thursday -Hot chicken & cheese Friday - Turkey and cheddar 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 egg and cheese on bagel Friday –Waffles with syrup or ham and cheese on bagel

Sandwich, Chicken Noodle Soup, Applesauce Tuesday – Pizza & Ice Cream Wednesday –No Lunch, Early Dismissal Thursday – Chicken Tenders, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Corn, Roll, Peaches Friday – Race For Education Wyoming Area

Elementary Monday-Cheeseburger on bun, or chicken patty on bun, tortilla chips/salsa, pickles slices, juicy peaches, Curious George Fruit Snack. Alternate Cheese sandwich or PBJ or 4 oz yogurt and Animal Crackers all w/ choice of string cheese or sunflower seeds Breakfast-Pancakes w/syrup, cereal, fruit juice, milk Tuesday-Baked popcorn chicken, bread, baked potato fries, garden green peas, cinnamon applesauce. Alternate Cheese sandwich or PBJ or 4 oz yogurt and Animal Crackers all w/choice of string cheese or sunflower seeds Breakfast-Apple spice muffin, cereal, fruit juice, milk Wednesday -Triple French St. Mary’s Assumption toast, syrup, w/sausage patty, Monday –Turkey & Cheese baked hash brown potato, warm

apple crisp, 100% fruit juice. Alternate entrée Cheese sandwich or PBJ or 4 oz yogurt and Animal Crackers all w/choice of string cheese or sunflower seeds.

Breakfast: Warm Danish, cereal, juice, milk Thursday -Pork Chopette, or chicken nuggets, bread, mashed potatoes/gravy, golden corn, jiggling fruited Jell-O. Alternate entrée Cheese sandwich or PBJ or 4 oz yogurt and Animal Crackers all w/choice of string cheese or sunflower seeds.

Breakfast: Super fortified donut, cereal, juice, milk Friday -Fresh cheese pizza, or pepperoni pizza, tossed salad w/ dressing, juicy pineapple, Rice Krispie Treat. Alternate entrée Cheese sandwich or PBJ or 4 oz yogurt and Animal Crackers all w/choice of string cheese or sunflower seeds. Breakfast: Pop tart, cereal, juice, milk Secondary Center Monday-. Mozzarella breadsticks w/marinara sauce. B. Buffalo chicken salad, croutons, blue cheese or ranch dressing. C. Chicken fajita w/lettuce, tomato, salsa, sour cream. D. Rib-a-que, cheeseburger or chicken patty on bun. Sides: Fresh veggies/ranch dip, tortilla chips/salsa, juicy

peaches.

Tuesday- A. Popcorn chicken, bread. B. Chipotle chicken wrap w/lettuce. C. Double Philly cheese steak hoagie. D. Rib-aque, cheeseburger or chicken patty on bun. Sides: Baked potato, fries, garden green peas, cinnamon applesauce.

Wednesday -A. Ham and cheese hoagie w/lettuce, tomato.

B. White French bread pizza. C. Tyson Hot ’n Spicy chicken sandwich. D. Rib-a-que, cheeseburger or chicken patty on bun.

Sides: Fresh veggies/ranch dip, baked hash brown potato, warm apple crisp.

Thursday - A. Buffalo chicken salad. B. Max snax taco beef quesadilla w/salsa, sour cream.

C. Mash potato bowl w/chicken, corn, gravy, cheese, w/biscuit. D. Rib-a-que, cheeseburger or chicken patty on bun. Sides: Mashed potatoes/gravy, golden corn, Jigglin Jell-O. Friday -A. Cheese pizza or pepperoni pizza. B. Grilled cheese sandwich, taco soup. C. Meatball hoagie w/mozzarella cheese .D. Rib-a-que, cheeseburger or chicken patty on bun.

Sides: Tossed salad/dressing, seasoned potato wedges, juicy pineapple.

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MYC School of Dance to hold 32nd annual ballet recital

Retirement dinner held at OF The OFEA held a retirement dinner to honor 17 teachers who retired this past year. They were honored for their dedication and years of service with the Old Forge School District.

The MYC School of Dance presents is 32nd Annual Ballet Recital, "True Colors," on Thursday, May 12 at 7:00 p.m.

The MYC School of Dance will also present its 32nd Annual Tap and Jazz Recital, "Just Dance," on Saturday, May 14 at 6:30 p.m.

Both recitals will be held at Riv-

erside High School. Tickets can be purchased at the door. Proceeds benefit St Judes Children’s Research Hospital. Gina Aldrich is Artistic Director.

Pictured from left to right are Junior Dance Performers. Sitting: Emily Bush, Mikayla Hoskins, Amanda Durling, Marissa

Pictured left to right, sitting are Paul Wisowaty, Anita Shrive, Daria McLane, Kathy Sallavanti, and Patricia Zajaczkowski. Standing: Greg Dolgash, Martha Tumavitch,

Cathy Crossin, John Armillay, Maria Doyle, Phyllis Marquis, John Nageli, Joann Lia, Genevieve Kreseskie, Barry Long, Barbara Gilotti, and Roseann Brutico.

PA students meet requirements for Merit Scholarship Program

Morreale, and Sara Lukowich.

Kneeling: Jonna Boyda, Stephanie Evans, Sarah Velehoski, Stephanie Knorr, Dominique DelPriore, and Ashley Coggins.

Standing: Jamie Rosencrans, Morgan Shea, Erica Stolan, By: Jennifer Brittni Morrell, and Jessica Reb- Hadley er.

Three Pittston Area high school students, Sara Kosik, Christopher Musto, and Grace O’Neill took and met the requirements to enter the 2012 port Township Fire Department National Merit will present an off-road rescue Scholarship Prodemonstration. gram.

Vendors will be available With a Selecthroughout the day and free tion Index score of 202 or above, blood pressure screening will be these students are among the held. For more information, a 50,000 highest scoring particischedule of fees, or to register, pants of some 1.5 million procall 740-0521 or (800) 377- gram entrants. Of the more than LCCC, extension 7521 or e-mail 50,000 students being offered jschecter@luzerne.edu or go to this service16,000 will be named www.luzerne.edu/public safety.

LCCC to hold EMS and Law Enforcement Day on May 14 LCCC News Release, EMS and LAW Enforcement DayThe Luzerne County Community College Public Safety Training Institute (PSTI) will hold its first EMS and Law Enforcement Day on Saturday, May 14, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the PSTI and the College’s Educational Conference Center.

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Holy Redeemer H.S. to present two plays starting Friday ries, William Shakespeare, and Dr. Seuss.

Law and Order: Fairy Tale Unit presents the stories of the fairy tale characters who represent the police investigating fairy tale crimes, as well as the district attorneys who prosecute the fairy tale offenders.

A crime of epic proportions has been committed in a land far, far away, and characters like Pinocchio and the Seven Dwarfs are among the suspects.

The Seussification of Romeo and Juliet answers the question Holy Redeemer High School’s plays, Law and Order: Fairy Tale Romeo and Juliet on Friday and Both plays are comedies that of what would result if William Royal Players will present two Unit and The Seussification of Saturday, May 6 and 7 at 7 p.m. combine TV’s Law and Order se- Shakespeare and Theodor Seuss

Geisel (Dr. Seuss) collaborated on a play. This reinvention of Romeo and Juliet combines rhymed couplets, creative wordplay, and fantastical machines to present a whimsical take on the classic play. The plays are under the direction of Mr. Michael Stofko.

Admission donation is $5 for adults and $4 for students and senior citizens. Tickets may be obtained at the door.

Cast members of The Seussification of Romeo and Juliet include, seated from left: Patrick Loftus, Mountaintop, Romeo; Jennifer Manganello, Exeter, Juliet. Standing: Louis Jablowski, Wilkes-Barre Twp., Balthasar and Benvolio; Peter Kmec, Pittston, Mercutio; Anthony Gialanella, Dallas, Abram; Karley Stasko, Warrior Run, Lady Monotone; Tyler Floryan, Forty Fort, Lord Monotone; Sarah Cease, Shickshinny, Narrator; Angela Costigan, Mountaintop, Lady Capitulate; Michael Blaine, Larksville, Lord Capitulate; Devin Phillips, Shavertown, Sampson and Tybalt.

PTO meeting changed to May 11 at Tenth St.

May 26: Fifth grade goes to There will be an Art show at Knoebels June 8: Sixth grade goes to the10th St School on Tuesday May 10. Please stop and see Butterfly Museum in Jim Thorpe the students’ work.

Art Show

PTO Meeting

Due to the art show, The PTO meeting will be moved to Wednesday, May 11 at 7 p.m.

The board will provide a social for the last meeting. Please come and join us to close out the year.

Field Day

Field Day will be Friday, June 3. Kindergarten through fifth will be in the morning and sixth grade will be in the afternoon. Lots of help is needed for this event.

Chorus Concert

The elementary chorus concert is set for June 8 at the High School. It is for second through fourth grades. Join us in appreciating the students hard work. Thank you to Mrs. Field Trip Sperrazza for presenting this Field Trip Dates announced: for the parents.

May 10: Third grade going to Yearbooks Crayola Factory Yearbook ads have come May 11: First grade going to home. The money raised is Bloomsburg Museum May 18: Kindergarten goes used to offset the cost of the yearbook. to The Lands at Hillside May 24: Fourth grade goes Last Day of School to WB/Scr Yankees game The last day of school will May 25: Sixth grade goes to now be June 15.

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Talent show will be May 19 at the High School. There will be a mandatory dress rehearsal May 13.

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CASUAL Day held at Pittston Area High School on March 31 vo’s Restaurant. Final plans for the Applebee’s Flapjack fundraiser along with other items are on the agenda. All parents National Honor Society stuare encouraged to attend. dents Brittany Czerniakowski, Jessica Oliveri, Ariel Porzuczek, and Shelby Smith raised money Senior Interviews Rebeckah Golumb was born for colon cancer during the month of March. The girls sold in Pittston, and is the daughter C.A.S.U.A.L day t-shirts and of Brenda Clossey. Rebeckah pins to students and faculty. Co- was born on February 2,1993. lon Cancer Awareness Saves Her favorite teacher is Mrs.MillUnlimited Adult Lives Day is a er.

Rebeckah enjoys eating mac program in northeastern Pennsylvania to raise awareness for n’ cheese, watching John Tucker colon cancer and the importance Must Die, and listening to her of screening and early detection. favorite song, "Show Stopper."

The total amount of funds raised After she graduates Rebeckah was $755. C.A.S.U.A.L day was plans to attend college for psyheld on March 31 and the school chology. She describes her high wore their t-shirts and pins to school experience as "entertaining". support the cause.

Megan Velehoski lives in Pictured left to right are Ariel Porzuczek, Brittany Czernia- Duyea and is the daughter of Joe kowski, Jessica Oliveri, and and Ellen Velehoski. She was born on April 30, 1991. Her faShelby Smith. vorite high school teachers were Cheer Parents Mrs. Saunders and Mr. Zyblicki.

After she graduates, Megan The PA Cheer Parents wll hold an important meeting on plans to attend college for eduWednesday, May 4 at 7:00 at Sa- cation and psychology. Megan is C.A.S.U.A.L. Day a success at PA By: Ariel Porzuczek

involved in marching band, jazz band, dance, Key club, I.C.E club, and skiing. If Megan could teach anything in the world she would teach kindergarten.

Zack Krafjack lives in Avoca and is the son of Doug and Eileen Krafjack. Zack was born

June 7, 1993. Zack’s most memorable high school moment is when he became a senior. If he could start over again he would have changed the dress code, and picked up his grades. His personal catchphrase is "like a glove".

After graduation Zack plans on attending college. He describes his high school experience as "fun".

Kevin Anthony Cox lives in Duryea and is the son of Steven and Colleen Cox. Kevin was born July 8, 1992. His most

memorable high school moment will be graduating. If he could start high school over again he would have paid more attention and stayed on the football team.

Kevin’s idol is his father and he looks forward to becoming a responsible adult.

Students at JFK Elementary turn recycled items into toys

Pictured are Mrs. Bolus’ and Mr. Strazdus’ third grade classes at JFK Elementary. The students had the opportunity to do a project using recycled items.

Among the items made by the students were skateboards, trains, trucks, rockets, army tanks, helicopters, and a horse and buggy. The students learned about recycling and the benefit recycling has in the environment.

for the playground. The Playground Committee has suggested we use the funds collected to purchase a gazebo. We will be discussing the best options for the playground, and would take any suggestions parents may have. A vote will take place at this meeting regarding the best use of the funds.

Art Show

Sabatini’s Night

The JFK annual third grade social will take place on Tuesday, May 10 from 6-8 p.m. Anyone interested in helping with the event, please speak to any PTO officer.

The next Sabatini’s Night will take place on Thursday, May 5.

PTO Meeting JFK PTO will receive 10% of the The next JFK PTO meeting profit when you mention JFK. will take place on Wednesday, Thank you to Sabatini’s Pizza for May 4 at 6:30 p.m. At this meet- their continued support. ing we will be reviewing options

Field Trips

First grade field trip to the The JFK art show will take place on Thursday, May 5 from Bloomsburg Children’s Museum will take place on May 20.

6-7 p.m.

Second grade field trip to the Spring Musical DaVinci Center will take place The JFK spring musical will on May 19. take place in the high school auThird grade field trip to Lake ditorium on May 9 at 6:30 p.m. Tobias will take place on May 26.

Third Grade Social

Tools for Schools

Every dollar you spend earns a point for our school, which helps us earn free equipment. You can also register your SureSave cards to earn rewards for our school.

Please remember to save your Box Tops For Education. Each one is worth 10 cents when our school redeems them. Please keep saving your Box Tops and thank you for your support.

Tyson Chicken A+ Program: Clip and save labels from participating Tyson products earns us 24 cents for each label. We will announce a date for collecting the labels in the future.

Please register your cards for the Tools for Schools program.

Once you sign up, everything you purchase at Price Chopper with your AdvantEdgeCard Smencils earns points to help our school.

Smencils are available in the

school office. Anyone interested please see Ms. Rachelle.

Pennies for the Playground

The playground committee is collecting spare change to help upgrade our playground. You can help out by sending in any spare change you may have into school with your child. Thank you for your support.

Website

Please visit the Wyoming Area website at www.wyomingarea.org and click on JFK for more PTO information. Click on Mr. Pollard’s name to view PTO information.

Old Forge Drama Club to present ‘Beauty and the Beast’ Tickets are $5 for adults encouraged to dress as their special parade of princesses Come "be our guest" as Old ty & the Beast on May 13 and mated film from 1991. This Forge High School Drama 14. The play is based on the play is a treat for the young and $3 for students; show favorite Disney Princess for will take place prior to SatClub presents Disney’s Beau- Academy Award winning ani- as well as the young at heart. time is 7:00 p.m. Kid’s are Saturday’s performance. A urday’s performance.

Art exhibit this Wednesday at Montgomery Avenue

May Events

May 2: PTO Meeting at 7 p.m.

May 4, 5, 6, 10, 11: Stanford Tests May 4: Art Exhibit 7-8 p.m.

May 5: Spring Concert May 11: Third grade field trip May 20: First grade field trip

May 26: Fourth grade field eat a good breakfast on the hibit” that will be held at the trip morning of the test, be well school on Wednesday, May 4 May 26: Fifth grade field trip rested and be on time for from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. school.

Stanford Tests

The first and second grade students in the Wyoming Area School District will be given the Stanford Tests on May 4, 5, 6, 10, and 11. Children should

Art Exhibit

Ms. Wenner (Art teacher at Montgomery Avenue Elementary) invites all parents and friends to attend the “Art Ex-

Spring Musical

The students in first, second and third grades from the Montgomery Avenue Elementary School will have their spring musical at the Wyoming

Area Secondary Center Auditorium on Thursday, May 5 at 6:30 p.m. The children should be at the Secondary Center promptly at 6:10 p.m. Your child should dress in every day school clothes, no shorts please. On Tuesday, May 3, all students in first to third grades will be bussed to the Second-

ary Center for rehearsal around 8:45 a.m. and return to the school around 11:00 a.m.

PTO Meeting

The PTO will have their regular meeting on Monday, May 2 at 7:00 p.m. in the school cafeteria. All parents are welcome to attend.

St. Mary’s announces date for mother/son bowling event missal on Wednesday, May 4. order lunch for that day.

Dismissal will be at 11:00 a.m. for all car riders and walkers. Mother/Son Bowling Event The Mother/Son Bowling All other children will be dismissed when their bus arrives. event will take place on Sunday, May 22. The event will be from Class Trips 12:00 until 2:00 p.m. at Modern Parents, now that the class Bowling Lanes in Wyoming. trips are fast approaching, The cost is $10.00 per person, please keep this date in mind which will include two games when ordering your child’s hot of bowling, shoe rental, pizza lunch. Most trips last all day, and a soda. Checks can be Early Dismissal We will have an early dis- therefore you will not need to made out to St. Mary’s AsMass

Our next school Mass will be on Thursday, May 5th at 10:30 a.m. Eighth grade is preparing the celebration, this will be our annual May Crowning Mass and Fr. Paul McDonnell, O.S.J. will be our celebrant. All parents and families are invited to join us.

sumption School. Reservations phia must be in by Monday, May 16.

Friday, May 20: Sixth and seventh grades go to Camden Event Schedule Aquarium & Battleship New Wednesday, April 27: Eighth Jersey grade goes to New York City Tuesday, May 24: KindergarFriday, April 29: Entire ten and first grades go to the school; Race for Education Crayola Factory Monday, May 9: Second and Thursday, May 26: Second third grades go to Lehigh Val- grade Group Communion ley Zoo Friday, May 27: Field Day Thursday, May 19: Fourth Wednesday, June 8: Possible and fifth grades go to Philadel- seventh grade trip to Gettys-

burg Save the Date

Friday, June 3: 6:00 p.m. mass and reception for all current and past families and alumni of St. Mary’s Assumption School.

Sunday, June 12: SMA Family Fun Day (location to be announced).

Wednesday, June 15: Knoebels Day, last day of school.

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PA Middle School holding drama club practice on Wednesday Club will practice every Wednesday from 3:00 until 4:15 p.m. at the middle school. Students are responsible for their own transportation home, and all rides must be at the middle school no later than 4:10 p.m.

Dress rehearsal will be held on Wednesday, June 1, from 3:00 until 4:30 p.m. The big show will Drama Club Practice be held on Friday, June 3, at 7:00 The Middle School Drama p.m.

Dress Code

A reminder to students that beginning on tomorrow, shorts will again be a part of the dress code.

Please remember that shorts must still be appropriate for school including proper length, fit, and condition.

Tuesday, May 31.

Friday, May 27 is an Act 80 Communications Club Day. Middle School students MID-TV’s schedule for 5/02 will be dismissed at 1:00 p.m. through 05/06: Members of the Blue Team should report to the Memorial Day TV Studio first thing in the The Pittston Area School Dismorning.

All members are retrict will be closed on Monday, minded to check in with their May 30 in observance of Memohomeroom teachers prior to rerial Day. Schools will reopen on porting to the studio.

May Act 80 Day

Sports Weekly Schedule

Visit highschoolsports.net for complete and up to date spring sports’ schedules.

Middle School Boys’ Baseball: Wednesday at Crestwood Area; Wednesday vs. Wyoming Valley West; Saturday at Holy Redeemer; Saturday vs. Hanover Area; Next Tuesday vs. Wyom-

ing Seminary Junior High Girls’ Softball: Monday vs. Tunkhannock Area; Wednesday vs. Hazleton Area; Next Monday vs. Crestwood Area; Next Thursday at Coughlin; Monday, May 16, at Berwick Area Junior High Coed Track and Field: Monday at Crestwood Area; Next Monday at Hazleton Area

Kindergarten registration set for May 23-26 at Pittston Area Pittston Area Kindergarten registration for the2011-12 school year will take place on May 23 through May 26 at the Kindergarten Center in Dupont.

Registration hours are 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. or 1 to 3 p.m. The child must be 5 years old by August 31 to be eligible.

Registration packets are avail-

able for pickup at the Primary Box Tops and Intermediate Centers daily The Kindergarten Center is between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. If you going to be collecting General have any questions call 6540503.

Mills Box Tops for Education logos for the 2010-2011 school year. We are asked parents to please begin collecting these box

tops over the summer. Please cut the box tops and put in bundles of 50 before you send them to your child’s teacher.

Wyoming Area’s seventh annual career day set for May 19 Wyoming Area will host the seventh annual Career Day on Thursday, May 19 at St. Anthony’s Center. This annual program is for Wyoming Area juniors. Ed Ackerman will deliver the keynote address to kick off the day.

He will speak at 8:00 after Mr. Bernardi, superintendent and Mr. Quaglia, high school principal welcomes the juniors. The day offers each junior the opportunity to attend four half-hour

career sessions from 9 to 11 a.m.

A college fair will take place from 11 to noon during lunch.

College admissions officers from Johnson Tech, Keystone College, LCCC, Marywood University, Misericordia University, Penn State University, Scranton University and Wilkes University will be on hand to meet with juniors to begin the college search process.

During lunch several elected officials will be available to speak with the juniors as they have lunch. It gives them an opportunity to ask questions and engage in conversation with the people who serve as their leaders in the communities that make up our district. After lunch, a group of recent Wyoming Area graduates will be part of a college panel. They will discuss the transi-

tion from high school to college and answer any questions the juniors have regarding this process. Some of the graduates are attending college out of the area, others are attending local colleges, some have transferred from one college to another, others worked and then began college.

Some joined the armed services and others are working. The variety of experiences and the sto-

ries should be helpful to the juniors who will be making career and college choices next year.

Wyoming Area graduates, Joseph DeLucca, who has worked in the field of Education since he finished college, presently serves as the Director of Federal, State and Non-Public Programs at the Luzerne Intermediate #18, will join Father Paul McDonnell as they speak on Motivation. Re-

cently, Joe was selected as one of the Forty under 40 professionals to be honored by the Times Leader. Father Paul McDonnell is a young priest who was born and raised almost across the street from the WA high school.

Attorney Michael Ferrence, a young blind lawyer who practices in Wilkes-Barre will also speak on Motivation as the final speaker for the day.

Wyoming Area slates scholarship celebration for May 26 Wyoming Area will host the second annual Community Outreach and Scholarship Celebration on Thursday, May 26 in the high school cafeteria. The program will begin at 7 p.m. with doors opening at 5:30 p.m. Pictures will be taken according to the schedule received with the invitations. This year the cele-

bration will feature four new scholarships. They are the Michael L. Pesta UFCW FCU Scholarship, the West Pittston Cherry Blossom Scholarship commemorating the 40th anniversary of the festival, the Moose Lodge #1207 Governor’s Award and the LUI Golf Tournament Scholarship.

Invitations have been issued and recipients of these are urged to reply as soon as possible. Last year’s program had over 300 in attendance and a larger crowd is expected this year. Some donors travel some distance to attend and to meet their recipients. If anyone is having a conflict that night, please call Mrs. Rabel

with your name and concern and a member of the committee will return your call and try to accommodate you.

The purpose of the celebration is to honor the graduating seniors who are receiving scholarships and to show appreciation to the donors who are willing to reward their recipients financially.

It also gives the donors and recipients a chance to talk to each other and learn more about each other, especially the plans the seniors have for their future.

Over 300 applications were received for the scholarships.

Many of the scholarships received over 15 applications and some received up to 30 applica-

tions. Wyoming Area looks forward to continuing this tradition of recognizing and thanking the donors of these scholarships who have been doing this for many years. Wyoming Area also wants to honor the senior recipients for their outstanding achievements that merit these awards.

Cinderella Ice Cream Party fundraiser to benefit Miseri students Misericordia University students scheduled to attend the Dublin Pilgrimage for Young Mercy Leaders Conference in August are holding a Cinderella Ice Cream Party fundraiser on Saturday, May 7 from 1-3 p.m. in the Cougars Den located in the Banks Student Life Center on campus.

The Cinderella Ice Cream

Party features a picture with Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty or a character to be announced, along with fun activities such as balloon animals, face painting, magic tricks, dancing and coloring, and ice cream. The cost is $5 per child.

The Dublin Pilgrimage for Young Mercy Leaders is

scheduled for Aug. 10-12.

Eight Misericordia University students and two chaperones, through Campus Ministry, will attend the conference for Mercy-sponsored institutions of higher education. The Mercy pilgrims will undertake the journey in the light of the story of Catherine McAuley, the foundress of the Sisters of

Mercy. Through presentation, discussion, reflection and prayer, participating students will engage the history and charism of Mercy and return to life better equipped to be Mercy leaders on their college campuses and in the world.

Chelsea Mixon of Bethlehem, Pa., one of the chief organizers of the fundraiser, is

going to play Cinderella at the ice cream benefit. She is looking forward to learning more about the tenets — Mercy, Service, Justice and Hospitality — that guide the Religious Sisters of Mercy and Misericordia University.

“I want to learn more about the charisms of our school and our founding Sisters of Mer-

cy,’’ said Mixon, a social work major who conducted a similar fundraiser for a mission trip to Costa Rico. “And I want to take what I learn in Dublin and bring it back to campus and get more people involved.’’

For more information about the Cinderella Ice Cream Party benefit, please contact Mixon at (610) 509-6204.

Holy Redeemer H.S. announces third quarter honor roll Mrs. Anita M. Sirak, Principal of Holy Redeemer High School, Wilkes-Barre, is proud to announce that the following students have attained High Honors and/or Honors for the third quarter.

High Honors, Seniors

Alycia Al-Saigh, Marissa Angradi, Dino Arcuri, Meagan Benner, Daniel Byorick, Patrick Caffrey, Allison Capaci, Marisa Del Gaudio, Michael Dogal, Kelly Dougherty, Marissa Dougherty, Adam Dunsmuir, Jessica Elston, Andrew Federo, Yuri Filak, Meghan Flannagan, Mary Frank, Matthew Fromel, Stephen Gadomski, Daniel Geraghty, Sarah Godfrey, Bridget Guarnieri, Emily Halbing, Maria Heaney, Thomas Hogan, Peter Kmec, Sarah Kolodziej, Julia Kundratic, Timothy Lambert, Courtney Lee, Jennifer Manganello, Alexandra Marriggi, Meredith Martin, Samantha Martin, Monica Morgan, Nicholas Morrison, Connor Murphy, Michael Napkori, Louis Oley, Michael Pace, Danielle Phillips, Alyssa Pope, Deena Prescavage, Victoria Rendina, Rebecca Richards, Stephen Ruch, Erin Ryan, Matthew Seasock, Katelyn Serino, Michael Simon, Stephen Skiro, Allison Spencer, Karley Stasko, Emily Steele, Jessica Szczechowicz, Andrew Wabik, Ann Marie Wempa, Amy Wert, Erin Yanoshak, and Kelly Zirn-

held.

Juniors

Mario Adajar, IV, Stephanie Amendola, Robert Arensmeyer, III, Michael Banas, Allison Banks, Ashley Bernardi, Lauren Bernardi, Tesse Boyle, Casey Brelsford, Michael Brown, Jeffrey Capaci, Sara Cavanaugh, William Cavanaugh, Matthew Craven, Shaina Dougherty, Thomas Doyle, Michelle Druby, Brandon Drust, Patrick Duffy, Dalton Ell, Mary Katherine Evans, Zachary Evans, Elizabeth Finnegan, David Gawlas, Nadia Gentilesco, Arisa Gereda, Kelly Grebeck, Alexandra Griswold, Sarina Hall, Nathan Janiczak, Eric Jones, Kurt Jones, Christopher Kabacinski, Courtney Kreidler, Jessica Kreidler, Jared Kukosky, Brianna Ligotski, Paige Makowski, Michael Martin, Kara McGrane, Daniel McGraw, Amy McLaughlin Joseph Melf, Shannon Murray, Allison Muth, James Nixon, Jarrod Pavelitz, Devin Phillips, Nicole Phillips, Christina Pino, Alexandra Pugh, M. Hallie Rexer, Eric Ringsdorf, Jessica Ruppert, Leah Santucci, Rachel Simon, Matthew Sipsky, Kirby Smith, Raymond Stemrich, Tara Stephens, Emily Suchocki, Sarah Suchoski, Michael Terninko, Monica Theroux, Cody Tsevdos, Elsbeth Turcan, Michael Vamos, Ian Wagner, Marissa Warnick, Kimberly Waters,

Jackson Welch, Julia Wignot, Kurovsky, Melanie KusakaErin Williams, Andrea Zup- vitch, Tram Le, Gary Loughko, and Olivia Zurad. ney, Emily Makar, Rachel Makar, Elizabeth Masi, Frank Sophomores Mrozowski, Vinny Murthy, Jeremy Astolfi, , Emily Hailey Noss, Nina Paoloni, Becker, Christine Betar, Mi- Bryce Partlow, Michael Prochael Blaine, Bethany Chmil, ciak, Dominick Rendina, MiMatthew Collins, Marissa randa Robasky, Anneliese Durako, Cassandra Gill, Da- Romani, Samantha Scalzo, niel Gorski, Tricia Harenza, Nikki Scarantino, Christine Jeremy Heiser, Dakota Hol- Scavone, Patrick Serino, Nilock-Sinclair, Cody Janusz- cole Slavoski, Donald Steko, Anna Kachmarski, Maria phens, David Tomaszewski, Sara Kopczynski, Kellie Kop- Ana Turosky, Lloyd Wagner, ko, Ann Kotch, John Kozak, Allison Zablocky and Audrey Brendan Leahigh, Patrick Zavada.

Loftus, Nicholas McCarroll, Michael Mocion, Michael Honors, Seniors Morrison, Sydney Myers, Nathan Albrecht, Alex Jeremy Myslowski, Angeli Bedrin, Nicholas Bogumil, Nause, Victoria Reggie, Kay- Kyle Boyes, Joseph Bruno, la Rhiel, Grace Rychwalski, Colleen Burns, Laura CampMatthew Slavoski, Rachel bell, Austin Carr, Sarah Sowinski, Christina Springer, Crane, Donald DeRemer, JesKaitlyn Stochla, Joseph sica DiBernardo, Alexandra Szczechowicz, Leanne Tabit, Dillon, Olivia Francisco, ArRyan Tabit, Teresa Toomey, thur Gialanella, John GibDavid Wert, and Sarah Wil- bons, Mary Griseto, Kristie liams.

Ho, Christopher Honeywell, Brittany Hughes, Sara JackFreshman son, Daniel Kopicki, Melissa Christina Adameck, Natha- Larralde, Glenn Layaou, III, niel Anderson, Megan Banks, Adam Limongelli, Mary Caitlin Barat, Michael Bo- Loughran, Nicole Maximowland, Michael Boris, Thomas icz, Ashley McFarlane, Maria Caffrey, Casey Carty, Martin Micca, Timothy Mike, LauCirelli, Erik Cudo, Megan ren Orlando, Kelsey PolaDevaney, Elizabeth DiGio- chek, Nicole Riley, Theodore vine, Alec Eustice, Domin- Ritsick, Nicole Sandrowicz, ique Falzone, Michele Fro- Andrew Seman, Shawn Semel, Alia Gestl, Amanda Hal- nese, Jacob Siejak, Sarah chak, Caroline Jones, Lucas Skiro, Leah Smart, Kiera StaKlimuszka, Bailey Klocko, chowiak, Zachary Tomasura, Jeffrey Kloeker, Julie Kosik, Amanda Urbanski, Jeffrey Tyler Kukosky, Jacqueline Waugh, Kelsey Wolsieffer,

and Carly Zaklukiewicz Juniors

Michael Ambrulavage, Kara Anders, Kathleen Bell, Daniel Belsky, David Bertram, Ariana Brennan, Jordan Cadwalader, Kyler Callahan, Sarah Cease, Christian Choman, Shannon Claherty, Patrick Condo, Angela Costigan, Ryan DeRemer, Amber Desiderio, Ryan Endler, Ryan English, Megan Ferrell, Ronald Foy, III, William Fulton, Matthew Geraghty, Ryan Heck, Francis Hickey, William Hon, Zachary Janusziewicz, Kristen Kabacinski, Alexa Kalafut, Abigail Keefe, Elizabeth Knaub, Jessica Kupetz, Rebecca Makar, Alyssa Miller, Thomas Murray, Dylan Myslowski, Danielle Olenginski, Joel Peterlin, Dominick Policare, Danielle Rose, Joseph Ruiz, Michael Rychwalski, Vera Sedlak, Alexandra Serra, Collin Shandra, Abigail Staskiel, Stephanie Sullin, Margaret Sullivan, William Trimblett, Mary Urbanski, Olivia Vitali, Marissa Walker, Meeghan Walton , Stacey Warga, and Robert Wingert.

Sophomores

Vincent Amarando, Nicholas Ambrulavage, Fallyn Boich, James Bond, Krzystof Bozentka, Nadine Carlo, Cornelia Chmil, Thomas Cosgrove, Kelsey Crossin, Tyl;er Dougherty, Haley Dudeck, Elizabeth Eaton, Shane Flannery, Kyle Gainard, Eric

Gdovin, Margaret Guarnieri, Matthew Isely, Louis Jablowski, Robert Jones, Geetika Khanna, Mary Kolojejchick, Michael Kosik, Sydney Kotch, Jacob Kozak, Marnie Kusakavitch, Katelyn Laskowski, Amanda Latoski, Thomas Madigan, Alexandria Malacari, Andrew Mark, Brandon Marx, Stephanie McCole, Patrick McHale, Kasey Miller, Louis Murray, Jenna Nitkowski, Devon Nowicky, Megan Phillips, Lauren Pikul, Daniel Seasock, Joshua Siecko, Andrea Siejna, Grace Sipler, Adam Turosky, Sarah Warnagiris and Carleena Wozniak.

Freshman

Brian Banas, James Blewitt, Brandon Bojanowski, Rachel Callahan, Devon Claherty, Alexia Evans, Rachel Finnegan, Jessica Fu, Matthew Gardner, Tyler Guilford, Jason Hauze, John Kane, Kellan Katra, Andria Klinges, Mallory Kusakavitch, Chelsea Linden, Chase Makowski, Mariano, Medico, Alisson Meluskey, Sara Mirra, Connor Mulvey, Victoria Nealon, Michael Parrs, Taylor Pavlick, Christopher Pawlenok, Matthew Pawlowski, Yardley Phillips, Alyssa Platko, Lucille Reilly, Natasha Rostova, William Rutkowski, Emily Savidge, Sarah Snyder, Kelsey Stasko, Nicholas Strellish, Taylor Wheeler, Heather Williams, and Krista Williams.

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By Debbie Gross

The Wyoming Area Movement/Music 2 and 3 Concert, under the direction of Donald Butz, will take place today at 3:00 p.m. in the Secondary Center Auditorium. Admission is free.

Please support our school’s music department as the students perform hip-hop, salsa, tango, merenge, swing, rumba, and ballroom dances.

Shown in the photo are some of the students that will participate in today’s concert.

Senior Sentiments

This past week, I must have spent hours on my front porch watching the sky as silent flashes of lightning appeared and disappeared.

Did you see them, too? Thanks to some reliable Wikipedia research, I learned a bit about this phenomenon known as ‘heat lightning.’ The light seen is that of a faraway storm. Because light travels faster than sound, the observer can catch a glimpse of the lightning, but can not hear the thunder, since the sound has already dissipated. Being the over-analytical lover of metaphors that I am, I got to thinking in depth about this feat.

‘Heat lightning,’ at least in my opinion, is just a partial storm. It illuminates the sky in such a way that leaves onlookers in awe. It is splendid, much like a show of fireworks that commands attention and widened eyes. But at the same time, the core of the storm is still missing. That crashing thunder, that cooling rain…these are the aspects that people tend to either love or hate about storms. But these

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Here comes the metaphor. Forgive me if it’s a bit of a stretch.

Lightning without rain or thunder is quite like a human being that exists to please others. He draws attention and approval from those around him by acting in a way that is ‘safe.’ But he never shows his true colors. After all, being yourself is a great risk for many teenagers.

Peers will accept, reject, or ignore you based on the sort of person you are. But if there’s anything I’ve learned this year, it’s that life itself is a risk; and furthermore, it is a risk worth taking.

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Parent Training Session

A special education parents training session called Advocacy, Self-Advocacy, and Self-Determination will be held on May 12. Anyone interested in attending must RSVP by May 7. To reserve your place, contact Deb Wharton at 655-2836, ext. 2246 or by e-mail at dwharton@wyomingarea.org.

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tions will take place throughout the day on May 12 and 13. Seniors, consult your English teachers if you have not yet been given your panel and time of your speech.

Quote of the Week

My time is limited, my words are few. I have emotion, I have spirit, and I have life as a mortal.

–Brian Dennebaum

Final senior project presenta-

Wyoming Area School District holds Title 1 parent meeting The Wyoming Area District’s Title I Parent meeting was held at J.F.K. Elementary School. This year’s annual meeting brought a large turnout of parents and students in attendance for the first Bingo for Books and Prizes event. The fiscal Title I and II Federal Program report was presented along with other information regarding the Title I program, its policies and guidelines, for parents in attendance by Rita Mauriello, Title I Coordinator and District Reading Supervisor.

Parent packets containing all the information reviews was given to each parent attending the meeting.

Title I Reading Specialists, Linda McDermott, Joan Hennigan, Carolyn Flickinger and Carol Tabit, presented parental activities for parents to help im-

prove their child’s reading at ing. A great time was had by all. home. Handouts of the activities Pictured are a few of the Title I were distributed to the parents. highlights of the annual meeting. Bingo winners could choose a icates were also awarded. Stu- choose a book from an alternate Bingo for Books, door prizes and There was a prize table where prize. In addition to these prizes dents in attendance who did not table to take home. Every stutwo $25 Toys "R" Us gift certif- win a Bingo game were able to dent was a winner at the event. a pizza party followed the meet-

Kindergarten class at WA Catholic celebrates ‘Read Across America’ May 6: Liturgy at 8:15 a.m., seventh grade will lead us in prayers May 9: PTG Meeting at 7 p.m.

May 13: May Crowning, 1:00 p.m. liturgy

In row one are Morgan Crake, The kindergarten class at Wyoming Area Catholic cele- Claire Cunningham, Isabel brated "Read Across America." Grudzinski, Anna Toole, Ashley The children made puppets of a Thomas, and Caitlyn Maslar.

Row two: Laurenn Granteed, favorite book character.

Joyce Renfer, Coltin Rosencrance, Chris Maciejczyk, Dylas Cassetori, John Wayne Kravitz, Matthew Maciejczyk, Sydney Kozden, and Aiden Morgan.

Blaskiewicz, eighth grade and Bianca Mazzarella, fourth grade, who won an essay contest sponsored by the Times Leader.

The students had to complete the essay entitled “What I learned from my Parents and GrandparField Trips ents.” Congratulations to all the May 2: Sixth and seventh students who participated. grades, National Constitution Center, Philadelphia Cross Country May 11: Quiet Valley, fourth Schedule is as follows: and fifth grades May 5: Cross Country Meet at May 20: The Science of Magic McDade Park at Kirby Center, second and third May 11: Cross Country Meet grades at Condella May 20: Northeast Radiation May 21: Cross Country ConOncology Center, Dunmore, ference Meet at Baptist Bible seventh grade College May 24: “Seussical” at Scranton Cultural Center, PK, kinderLabels garten and first grades Please keep sending in CampMay 26: Eighth grade trip to Mrs. Eileen Barney is the Kinbell Soup Labels and Box Tops Baltimore dergarten Teacher. for Education. The containers Congratulations Dates to Remember for the labels are in the main hallCongratulations to Mary Pat way.

May 4: 11 a.m. dismissal

Tobyhanna Federal Credit Union helps Old Forge students Tobyhanna Federal Credit Union (TobyFCU) donated $1000.00 to the Old Forge Area High School to help fund attendance to the New York City Trade Fair in Manhattan on April 7.

The program is through the Business Practices Firm, Center for Simulated Business Services at Mercer County Community College. The purpose of the program is for students to create a marketing/sales project involving real events where firms buy and sell simulated products and services. Overall the program teaches entrepreneur skills that require intensive cooperation among the students. Students are required to create a marketing plan, business plan, and financial data to name a few.

The Old Forge students created “Ticket Wizard” as their business which involved the sale of movie, concert, and related ticket packages. The students deco-

rated a booth at the Expo and showcased their product lines to other participating schools. All students had the opportunity to buy and sell from each other throughout the day. Nearly 1600 students were at the event. Old Forge High School was one of three schools from our area.

A portion of the funding also came from the Scranton Chamber of Commerce. In addition, the students took on the goal of raising nearly $2,000 on their own. Fundraisers included a Coffee Cart business and the sale of Candy-Cane grams during the holidays.

Pictured left to right: Christopher Thomas, Old Forge Area High School Principal; Bradley Vender, student; Joshua Woolaver, student; Sarah Spindler, student; Nina Waskevich, Tobyhanna FCU VP of Marketing and Student members of Ticket photo: Nicole Rutledge and Eric Sales; Ryan Scimeca, student; leen Vols, student; Randy Webb, and Diane Smith, EntrepreneurWizard program absent from the Fumanti Justus Marsico, student; Kath- student; Kara Nunes, student; ship Teacher.

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PUBLIC NOTICE OF ZONING HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Zoning Hearing Board of the City of Pittston, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, shall convene a public hearing on Monday, May 16, 2011 at 5:00 P.M. in the Conference Room, 1st Floor, City Hall, 35 Broad Street, Pittston, PA 18640 to hear and decide the following: The application of Sebastian Amico, 156 Elizabeth Street, Pittston, PA for a front yard variance from 25 feet to 10 feet to erect a single family detached structure at 151 Elizabeth Street, Pittston, PA, pursuant to Section 405- Schedule II (District Regulations) Minimum Yard Requirements of the Zoning Ordinance.

A copy of the Zoning Permit application is on file and available for Public Inspection at the City Clerk’s Office, 35 Broad Street, Pittston, PA. The City of Pittston does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex religion, age, disability, or family status in employment or the provision of services. Any person with a disability requiring special accommodation to attend this meeting should notify the City Clerk’s office at 570-6540513 at least three working days prior to the scheduled hearing.

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Clean out your basement, garage or attic and call the Classified department today at 570829-7130!

SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY Free Consultation.

Contact Atty. Sherry Dalessandro 570-823-9006

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$$$ HIGHEST PRICE PAID $$$ FOR JUNK VEHICLES PICKED UP 570-876-1010 570-346-7673 Auto Parts

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BUYING JUNK VEHICLES $300 and Up $125 extra if driven, pulled or pushed in.

NOBODY Pays More

570-760-2035

Monday thru Saturday 6 am-9 pm Sunday 8 am - 68 pm

412 Autos for Sale

412 Autos for Sale

FORD `04 MUSTANG Mach I, 40th

MERCEDES-BENZ `05 240C 4Matic, V6 - Gray,

ANNIVERSARY EDITION V8, Auto, 1,200 miles, all options, show room condition. Call for info.

Asking $24,995 Serious inquiries only. 570-636-3151

Collect cash, not dust!

Clean out your basement, garage or attic and call the Classified department today at 570829-7130!

406

ATVs/Dune Buggies

QUARTER MIDGET RACE CAR 76 inch Bull Rider,

Honda 120 motor, Kirkey seat, new brake system, A-Main feature wins Asphalt/Dirt, Many Extras, Value $6,000, Sell for $2,999 Call (570) 954-2749

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Autos under $5000

CADILLAC `94 DEVILLE SEDAN

94,000 miles, automatic, front wheel drive, 4 door, air conditioning, air bags, all power, cruise control, leather interior, $3,300.

570-394-9004

412 Autos for Sale

ACURA `08 RDX Good Condition.

53,000 miles.

AWD, Full Power, AM/FM, CD Changer, Blue Tooth, XM Radio, Leather Interior & Sunroof $20,500 (570) 814-8398

Call after 9:30 a.m.

BMW `07 328xi

Black with black interior.

Heated seats. Back up & navigation systems. New tires & brakes.

Sunroof.

Garage kept. Many extras!

46,000 Miles.

Asking $19,500.

570-825-8888 or 626-297-0155 Call Anytime!

To place your ad call...829-7130

BMW `93 325 IC Convertible,

Attorney Mark Bufalino Solicitor, City of Pittston Zoning Hearing Board

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Metallic Green Exterior & Tan Interior, 5 Speed Transmission, Heated Seats. 2nd Owner, 66k Miles.

Excellent Condition, Garage Kept, Excellent Gas Mileage. Carfax available. Price reduced $7,995 or trade for SUV or other. Beautiful / Fun Car. 570-388-6669

CADILLAC ‘06 STS

AWD, 6 cylinder, Silver, 52,600 miles, sunroof, heated seats, Bose sound system, 6 CD changer, satellite radio, Onstar, parking assist, remote keyless entry, electronic keyless ignition, & more! $17,600 570-881-2775

CHEVROLET ‘06 CORVETTE CONVERTIBLE

Silver beauty, 1 Owner, Museum quality. 4,900 miles, 6 speed. All possible options including Navigation, Power top.

New, paid $62,000 Must sell $45,900 570-299-9370

CHRYSLER ‘06 300C HEMI

Light green, 18,000 miles, loaded, leather, wood trim, $24,000.

570-222-4960 leave message

CHRYSLER `02 PT CRUISER Inferno Red, flame

design. Chrome wheels. 47,000 miles, one owner.

Looks and runs great. New inspection. $5,800 Call (570) 472-1854

FORD `07 MUSTANG 63,000 highway

miles, silver, runs great, $11,500. negotiable.

570-479-2482

FORD `07 MUSTANG GT Premium package,

silver, black leather interior, 5 speed manual.

20,000 miles. $18,900 (570) 868-3832

FORD ‘02 MUSTANG GT CONVERTIBLE Red with black top.

6,500 miles. One Owner.

Excellent Condition. $18,500 570-760-5833

HYUNDAI `04 TIBURON GT

Blue, 5 speed manual, CD, Air, factory alarm, power windows & locks. 38K. $7,500 negotiable.

Call 570-540-6236

LEXUS `95 ES 300

Beautiful, mint condition. Grey with leather interior. 2 owners.New brakes rotors & shocks.

Ice cold AC. Fully loaded. 112K. Asking $4,900 (347) 452-3650 Mountain Top

WANTED!

ALL JUNK CARS! CA$H PAID

570-301-3602 MAZDA `04 RX-8 Hunter Green, 80,000 miles.

New brakes & rotors. New alignment. Two new rear tires.

No accidents.

PRICE REDUCED $8,000 or best offer. For more information, call (570) 332-4213

Rare, Exclusive Opportunity To Own...

‘26 FORD MODEL T Panel Delivery

100 point Concours quality restoration. Red with black fenders. Never Driven.

0 miles on restoration.

RARE! $40,000 $38,000 $36,500

2002 BMW 745i

The Flagship of the Fleet New - $87,000 Midnight Emerald with beige leather interior. 61K miles.

Mint condition.

Loaded. Garage Kept. Navigation Stunning, Must Sell! $20,000 $18,600

1993 CADILLAC ALANTE 2 Door

Convertible Exquisite Candy Apple Red black soft top. 13,000 original miles. All available options, including gold alloy wheels.

Garage Kept. 1 owner. Final Model Year.

Gorgeous Automobile! $31,000 $29,900 $27,900

From an Exotic, Private Collection

Call 570-650-0278

MERCEDES-BENZ `01 C-240 Loaded, automatic, AC, heated leather seats, 4 door. $4,700 Call 570-388-6535

77K highway miles, Excellent condition, dealer serviced. Sun roof, heated seats. $15,500. Call 570-288-3916

MERCEDES-BENZ `95 SL 500 Convertible, with removable hard top, dark Blue, camel interior, Summer Driving Only, Garage Kept.

Very Good Condition, No Accidents. Classy Car. Price Reduced! $13,995 or trade for SUV or other.

570-388-6669

PONTIAC ‘69 FIREBIRD 400 CONVERTIBLE Blue/white top & white interior.

Recent documented frame-off restoration. Over $31,000 invested. will sell $21,500.

570-335-3127

PORSCHE `02 BOXSTER S Great convertible,

black top, 6 speed manual transmission, carbon fiber dash, leather interior, front & rear trunk, fast & agile. $18,000 or best offer. Call 570-262-2478

SUBARU `02 IMPREZAmileage, WRX Low

57,000 miles, 5 speed, all-wheel drive, 4 door, antilock brakes, air conditioning, air bags, power locks, power windows, power mirrors, cruise control, AM/FM radio, CD changer, rear defroster, new Blitz Stainless Exhaust, AEM Cold Air Intake, TURBOXS Blowoff Valve & Boost Control. $10,500.

(201) 704-8640 Call before 7:30 pm

TOYOTA `06 AVALON New tires, new

brakes, Inspected March 4, AC, AVPS, Fully loaded, 18,000 mile bumper to bumper warranty.

90,000 miles. $12,900.

(570) 881-3712

TOYOTA `93 MR2 T-top, 5 speed.

AM/FM/CD, AC, power antenna.

New tires. No rust.

Great condition.

$5,000

(570) 708-0269 after 6:00PM

415 Autos-Antique & Classic

CADILLAC `80 COUPE DEVILLE Excellent condition, $3,000 located in Hazleton.

570-454-1945 or 561-573-4114

Looking for that special place called home?

Classified will address Your needs.

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CHEVROLET `68 C10 New 350 motor and new transmission.

REDUCED TO $5,000 FIRM (570) 906-1771

CHEVROLET `72 CHEVELLE

Two door hard top.

307 Motor. Needs work. Comes with additional 400 small block & many parts. $5,000. Serious inquires only.

(570) 836-2574

CORVETTES WANTED 1953-1972

Any Condition!

Courteous, Fast Professional Buyer.

Licensed & Bonded corvettebuyer.com 1-800-850-3656

FORD `52 COUNTRY SEDAN CUSTOM LINE

STATION WAGON V8, automatic, 8 passenger, 3rd seat, good condition, 2nd owner. $9,500.

570-579-3517

415 Autos-Antique & Classic

439

Motorcycles

FORD `65

GALAXIE 500 CONVERTIBLE

White with red leather interior.

Black top.

289 Engine, rebuilt.

61,000 original miles. Original owners manual EXCELLENT CONDITION! $8,800.

(570) 881-2447

FORD `66 Mustang Coupe.

Pearl white, pony interior. Pristine condition. 26K miles. $17,000 or best offer.

(570) 817-6768

LINCOLN `88 TOWN CAR 61,000 original

miles, garage kept, triple black, leather interior, carriage roof, factory wire wheels, loaded, excellent condition. $5,500. Call Mike 570-237-7660

Selling your Camper?

Place an ad and find a new owner.

570-829-7130

MAZDA `88 RX-7

CONVERTIBLE 1 owner, garage kept, 65k original miles, black with grey leather interior, all original & never seen snow. $8,900.

Call 570-237-5119

HARLEY DAVIDSON ‘10 SPORTSTER 1200

A MUST SEE! Custom Paint.

Only driven under 10 miles!! Asking $8,900 or best offer. For more info, call 570-864-2543 or 215-379-1375

SUZUKI `07 C50T CRUISER EXCELLENT CONDITION Windshield, Bags,

Floorboards,V&H Pipes, White walls,Garage Kept.

6K Miles $5,200 (570) 430-0357

SUZUKI ‘04 GSXRthan 1000CC1,000 Less

miles. Team colors with matching helmet & jacket. Fender eliminator kit.

Scorpion exhaust. $6,000.

Call Dave after 5 pm 570-825-0394

YAMAHA `04 V-STAR

1100 Custom. 5800 miles, light bar, cobra exhaust, windshield, many extras, must sell. $4,900. Call 570-301-3433

MERCEDES-BENZ `73 YAMAHA `97 VIRAGO 750cc. 8,000 miles, 450SL Convertible with saddlebags, wind-

removable hard top, power windows, AM /FM radio with cassette player, CD player, automatic, 4 new tires. Champagne exterior; Italian red leather interior inside. Garage kept, excellent condition. $31,000. Call 825-6272

OLDSMOBILE `68 DELMONT DRASTICALLY

REDUCED!!

This model only produced in 1967 & 1968. All original 45,000 miles, Color Burgundy, cloth & vinyl interior, 350 rocket engine, 2nd owner. Fender skirts, always garaged. Trophy winner at shows.

Serious inquiries only, $7,500.

570-690-0727

421

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

427

Commercial Trucks & Equipment

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

Only 12,000 miles.

Vehicle in like new condition. $21,900.

570-288-4322 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

C-3500 CHEVY

Food Truck with new motor 50,000. Excellent condition. All stainless steel body.

Call Jack at 570-881-5825 or Rich at 570-357-8319

FORD ‘99 E350 BUCKET VAN Triton V8. 2 speed

boom; 92,000miles; $9999 or best price.

Great condition. Call 570-675-3384 or 570574-7002

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Motorcycles

HARLEY DAVIDSON ` 06 SOFTTAIL NIGHTTRAIN Dark gray metallic, new rr tire & brakes, many extras. $10,900 (570) 592-4982

shield, back rest, Black & Pearl, Excellent Condition.

Must See. Asking $2,499. Call after 4.

570-823-9376

YAMAHA ‘07 650 V-STAR

Matted black finish.

Mint condition. New tires, inspected, fully serviced & ready to ride. Windshield & sissy bar.

Low miles & garage kept. $4800. or best offer. 570-762-5158

YAMAHA` 08 R1 BEAUTIFUL BIKE Perfect condition.

3700 miles, new rear tire, undertail kit, cover. Price negotiable $7,800 570-852-9072

442 RVs & Campers

FLAGSTAFF `08 CLASSIC

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, water purifier, awning, microwave oven, tinted safety glass windows, raised panel fridge & many accessories & options.

Excellent condition, $22,500.

570-868-6986

SUNLINE `06 SOLARIS

Travel Trailer. 29’, mint condition, 1 slide out a/c-heat.

Stove, microwave, fridge, shower inside & out. Many more extras.

Reduced. $13,500.

Call 570-842-6735

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

TRAVEL TRAILER 33 ft

Rear queen master bedroom, Walk thru bathroom.

Center kitchen + dinette bed. Front extra large living room + sofa bed.

Big View windows.

Air, awning, sleeps 6, very clean, will deliver. Located in Benton, Pa. $4,900.

215-694-7497

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Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

BUICK `05 RENDEZVOUSFully CX AWD,

loaded, 1 owner, 18,000 miles. 6 cylinder.

New inspection, tires & brakes. Like new, inside & out. $16,900. Call (570) 540-0975

KIA `02 SEDONA

EX, Van, Sunroof.

61,000 miles.

Loaded. Good condition. $5000 or best offer.

570-606-7654

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JEEP `00 WRANGLER

CHEVR0LET`02 EXPRESS

CONVERSION VAN Loaded. Low miles. Excellent condition.

$18,900

570-674-3901

CHEVROLET `05 TRAILBLAZER LT Black/Grey. 18,000

miles. Well equipped. Includes On-Star, tow package, roof rack, running boards, remote starter, extended warranty. $16,000 (570) 825-7251

Boat? Car? Truck?

Motorcycle? Airplane? Whatever it is, sell it with a Classified ad.

570-829-7130

CHEVROLET `06 SILVERADO 1500 4X4 pickup, extended cab, 6 1/2 ft. box, automatic.

Pewter. 48,000 miles. Excellent condition. $15,000 Negotiable (570) 954-7461

GMC `99 SUBURBAN

Champagne exterior, leather interior, power windows & locks, 4 wheel drive. $4,850.

Call for condition and known issues.

570-362-4080

HONDA `03 ODYSSEY High mileage,

140000 miles, automatic, front wheel drive, 4 door, anti-lock brakes, air conditioning, air bags, power locks, power windows, power mirrors, AM/FM radio, CD player, rear defroster, rear windshield wiper, $5,990 (570) 606-4198

HONDA `10 ODYSSEY

CHEVROLET `09 EQUINOX LS Low mileage, 15000

miles, automatic, all-wheel drive, 4 door, anti-lock brakes, air conditioning, air bags, power locks, power windows, power mirrors, cruise control, AM/FM radio, cassette player, CD player, keyless entry, rear defroster, rear windshield wiper, tinted windows. $17,500.

(570) 954-9333 Call after 9:00 a.m.

CHEVY `05 EQUINOX

LT (premium package), 3.4L, 47,000 miles.

All wheel drive, power moonroof, windows, locks & seats.

Leather interior, 6 cd changer, rear folding seats, keyless entry, onstar, roof rack, running boards, garage kept. $14,750.

570-362-1910

CHEVY `94 GLADIATOR

Custom Van. 67K miles. Interior has oak wood trim, carpeting, storage areas, TV, rear seat convertible to double bed, curtains.

Seats 7. Power windows & seats. Custom lighting on ceiling. New exhaust system. New rear tires.

Recently inspected. Excellent condition. $4,800.

Call 570-655-0530

CHEVY `94 GLADIATOR

Custom Van. 67K miles. Interior has oak wood trim, carpeting, storage areas, TV, rear seat convertible to double bed, curtains.

Seats 7. Power windows & seats. Custom lighting on ceiling. New exhaust system. New rear tires.

Recently inspected. Excellent condition. $4,800.

Call 570-655-0530

DODGE `10 GRAND CARAVAN Only 17k miles.

Fully loaded.

Excellent condition. Factory & extended warranty. $17,995 (570) 690-2806

DODGE `94 DAKOTA with cap. 1 owner,

garage kept, very good condition.

Many extras including lift & back seat.

29 MPG gas. $4,000 or best offer (570) 868-0944

1500 LARAMIE

82,000 miles, automatic, chrome step up and mirrors, leather interior, air, power windows/locks $5,300 401-524-9763

FORD `99 E250

Wheelchair Van 78,250 miles. Fully serviced, new battery, tires & rods.

Seats 6 or 3 wheelchairs. Braun Millennium lift with remote. Walk up door. Front & rear A/C. Power locks & windows. Excellent condition. $9,500.

570-237-6375

TJ, Black with grey interior. 4 cylinder, 5-speed manual transmission. CD player, hardtop, full doors, sound bar.

4” Skyjacker Suspension lift with steering stabilizer.

Like new BF Goodrich 35’s with Full size spare. Only 85,000 miles. $6,999 (570) 301-7221

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.

570-466-2771

JEEP `07 WRANGLER X 4x4, stick shift, soft

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

top. Red exterior, well maintained, garage kept. 11,500 miles, one owner.

AC, CD player, cruise control.

Tow package with cargo carrier.

Excellent condition. $18,700 Call 570-822-9680

MITSUBISHI `95 INTERNATIONAL ‘95 MONTERO SR 4WD DUMP TRUCK 177,102 miles, auto-

Refurbished, rebuilt engine, transmission replaced.

Rear-end removed and relubed. Brand new 10’ dump. PA state inspected. $12,900/best offer.

570-594-1496

JEEP `02

Wrangler Sport Hard / soft top, remote start, garage kept. 6 cylinder, auto. $10,000 570-430-1396 or 570-655-5156

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.

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matic, four wheel drive, 4 door, antilock brakes, air conditioning, air bags, power locks, power windows, power mirrors, power seats, cruise control, AM/FM radio, cassette player, CD changer, leather interior, sun roof, rear defroster, rear windshield wiper, new Passed inspection, new battery. $2,500 (570) 868-1100 Call after 2:00 p.m.

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TRUCKS FOR SALE

Ford, GMC, International-Prices starting at $2,295.

Box Truck, Cab & Chassis available.

Call U-haul 570-822-5536

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Legals/ Public Notices

PUBLIC NOTICE Pursuant to the “Surface Mining Conservation and Reclamation Act” and the “Clean Streams Law” notice is hereby given that Mineral Reclamation, LLC, 30 Market Street, Pittston, PA 18640 has made application to the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) for a permit to conduct refuse reclamation activities in Dupont and Avoca Boroughs, Luzerne County. The proposed permit area is 25 acres and is situated on the north side at the end of the Pittston By-Pass near Main Street in Avoca. The receiving stream for this proposed permit area is Mill Creek, a cold watery fishery.

The Pittston, PA, U.S. Geographical Survey 7.5 minute topographical map contains the area described. A copy of the application is available for public inspection at the Luzerne County Conservation District, 325 Smiths Pond Road, Shavertown, PA 18708.

Written comments, objections, or a request for public hearing or informal conference may be submitted to the DEP, Pottsville District Mining Office, 5 West Laurel Blvd., Pottsville, PA 176901 by June 15, 2011 and must include the person’s name, address, telephone number, and brief statement as to the nature of the objection.

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Legals/ Public Notices

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LEGAL NOTICE Sealed bids will be received by the Board Secretary of The Pittston Area School District for: REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL ANNUAL AUDIT SERVICES AND REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL BANKING & FINANCIAL SERVICES Specifications may be secured from the Secretary’s Office in The Pittston Area Senior High School, 5 Stout St., Yatesville, Pittston, PA. Bids will be opened on Friday, May 13, 2011 at 3:00 P.M. in the Board Room of The Senior High School.

The Board of Directors reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to accept or reject any item or items thereof.

BY ORDER OF THE BOARD DEBORAH A. RACHILLA SECRETARY

PAGE 11 SUNDAY, MAY 1, 2011

SUNDAY DISPATCH

Auto., Air, CD, Pwr. Mirrors, Advanced Trac w/Electronic Stability Control, Cruise, PDL, Side Curtains,Keyless Entry w/Keypad, Sport Appearance Pkg., SYNC, Rear Spoiler, 15”Alum.

Wheels, Winter Pkg., Heated Seats, Tilt Wheel

FORD REBATE................500 OFF LEASE REBATE........500 FORD REGIONAL DISCOUNT OFF MSRP....485 COCCIA DISCOUNT OFF MSRP. . .101

FORD CREDIT REBATE.....500 OFF LEASE REBATE........500 FORD REGIONAL DISCOUNT OFF MSRP....150 COCCIA DISCOUNT OFF MSRP. . .326

*Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $595 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 5/2/11.

Auto., AM/FM/6 Disc CD, Alum. Wheels, Tilt Wheel, PW, PL, Safety Pkg., 1st & 2nd Air Curtains, Anti-Theft Sys., Sirius Satellite Radio, Side Impact Air Bags, Keyless Entry, Message Center, Pwr. Seat,

FORD REBATE................500 FORD BONUS REBATE....1,000 FMCC REBATE...........1,000 OFF LEASE REBATE.....1,250 FORD REGIONAL DISCOUNT OFF MSRP.....445 COCCIA DISCOUNT OFF MSRP. . . .1,016

*Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $595 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 5/2/11.

Auto., AM/FM/CD, Anti-Theft Sys., 16” Steel Wheels, Tilt Wheel, Side Curtain Air Bags, PW, PL, Instrument Cluster, Message Center, Keyless Entry, Pwr. Side Mirrors, Fog Lamps, MyKey, Convenience Pkg, Cruise Control, Map Light, Perimeter Alarm, AC, MyFord SYNC, Sirius Satellite Radio

*Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $595 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 5/2/11.

All Wheel Drive, Automatic, 16” Steel Wheels., Pwr. Windows, Pwr. Door Locks, Keyless Entry with Remote, Air, Safety Canopy, Side Air Bags

FORD REBATE................500 FORD BONUS REBATE. .1,000 FMCC REBATE..............500 OFF LEASE REBATE.....1,250 COCCIA DISCOUNT OFF MSRP. . .391

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

FORD REBATE................500 FORD BONUS REBATE....1,000 FMCC REBATE..............500 OFF LEASE REBATE.....1,250 FORD REGIONAL DISCOUNT OFF MSRP......195 COCCIA DISCOUNT OFF MSRP. . .906

*Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $595 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 5/2/11.

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

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

Just Minutes from Scranton or W-B

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TRACTOR TRAILERS

FREIGHTLINER ’97 MIDROOF 475 CAT & 10 speed transmission. $12,000 FREIGHTLINER ’99 CONDO 430 Detroit, Super 10 transmission.

Asking $15,000.

‘88 FRUEHAUF 45’ with sides. All aluminum, spread axle. $6,500.

2 storage trailers.

570-814-4790

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509

Building/ Construction/ Skilled Trades

CARPENTER Experienced.

Full time position.

Please forward resume to: employment@ ruckno.com or send to: PO Box 1227 Kingston, Pa 18704

Let the Community Know!

Place your Classified Ad TODAY! 570-829-7130

CARPENTERS LABORERS & ROOFERS

Experienced.

Local work. Must have valid driver’s license. Apply at 197 Courtdale Ave. Courtdale, PA 18704

ENTRY LEVEL CONSTRUCTION LABORER

Entry level field employees for a two person crew, no experience necessary, company will train. The work is outdoor, fast paced, very physical and will require the applicant to be out of town for eight day intervals followed by six days off. Applicants must have a valid PA driver’s license and clean driving record.

Starting wage is negotiable but will be no less than $14.00 per hour plus incentive pay with family health, dental and 401k. Apply at: R.K. Hydro-Vac, Inc. 1075 Oak Street Pittston, PA 18640 e-mail resume to: tcharney@ rkhydrovacpa.com or call: 800-237-7474 Monday to Friday, 8:30 to 4:30.

E.O.E and Mandatory Drug Testing.

LABORER

506 Administrative/ Clerical

BEAUTY SPA HOSPITALITY TEAM The Woodhouse

Day Spa, Kingston, is now hiring for front desk staff.

Must possess outstanding customer service skills and be available days, evenings and some Saturdays.

Please apply in person at the spa Monday-Friday, 9-6.

387 Wyoming Ave. 570-763-0063. EOE

OFFICE MANAGER/ RECEPTIONIST For Professional Engineering Firm.

Communication and computer skills and ability to multi task a must. Please send resume to rszat@arriseng.com

542

Logistics/ Transportation

With Heavy Equipment Operator experience needed for company specializing in mobile crushing operation.

Management experience a plus. This is a year round operation. These positions involve travel at a minimum Monday through Friday.

Employer pays hotel costs & mileage reimbursement.

3 years experience needed with operating any of the following: • Front End Loader • Bulldozer • Grinder Operator • Hydraulic Excavator Employer has complete healthcare package.

Submit resume to

bgapstone@ yahoo.com

515 Creative/Design

LICENSED STYLISTS & NAIL TECHNICIANS Needed for new

salon. Experienced.

Spanish-speaking a plus.

Call 570-606-1701 or 570-328-0948

542

Logistics/ Transportation

522

Education/ Training

CHILD CARE AIDE Full & Part Time positions available.

570-735-9290

527 Food Services/ Hospitality

VALLEY COUNTRY CLUB in West Hazleton is seeking experienced:

SOUS CHEF Call 570-788-1112 ext. 118 to set up an interview.

533

Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair

HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC

Local Heavy Equipment Distributorship is currently accepting applications for a shop mechanic in its Service Department. Candidates must have 3-5 years experience and must have own tools. Excellent wage/benefits package. Qualified candidates please call 570-824-9891.

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

KALINOSKY LANDSCAPING INC. Is seeking experi-

enced persons for Landscape & Maintenance positions.

Driver’s License a must. Please call 570-696-4606

TRUCK MECHANIC

Opening for Experienced full time Truck Mechanic. Must Have Own Tools/PA Class 8 Inspection License a Plus. We Offer Top Wages & Benefits Package.

Call For Interview and Ask for Jon: Falzone Towing Service, Inc. 271 N. Sherman St. Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702 570-823-2100

542

Logistics/ Transportation

DRIVERS Local Trucking

Company looking for OTR/REGIONAL Tractor Trailer Driver 3 years minimum experience with clean MVR. Full time and part time needed. Medical benefits after 90 days.

Please call 570-270-5145 or mail resume to: J & S Ralston Trucking, Inc. 8 E. Ann Street Plains, Pa 18705

542

Logistics/ Transportation

542

Logistics/ Transportation

Drivers - CDL-A: Local Dedicated route! Home every night! Great Pay, Benefits!

Estenson Logistics.

Apply: www.goelc.com 1-866-336-9642

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545

Marketing/ Product

HOME HEALTH MARKETER CareGivers America

is seeking a marketer for home health. Experience with home health marketing or pharmaceutical sales needed.

Resumes to: rjacobs@caregivers america.com

Pennsylvania MENTOR has an exciting opportunity for

DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL in a new group

home opening in Wilkes-Barre, PA. Full-Time Base Pay: $9.50-11.00/hour KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Establish a relationship with the individual receiving services to ensure effective guidance, support and service delivery •Coordinate, organize and/or assist with household activities such as light housekeeping and meal preparation •Provide transportation for individuals receiving services to planned and/or necessary activities and appointments •Maintains current progress and contact notes and any other appropriate documentation in accordance with MENTOR policy, program standards or other regulatory policies •May assist clients with medication administration •Complete other duties as needed JOB REQUIREMENTS: •High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred •One year servicedelivery experience preferred •Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form •Current driver’s license, car registration and auto insurance is necessary •Full time positions are available – morning, evening, overnight shifts

CONTACT: Randi Farr 570-654-4585 ext 4226 fax 570-654-3733 Randi.Farr@the mentornetwork.com Apply online or in person: 312 Highway 315, Pittston, PA 18640 www. pa-mentor.com EOE/M/F/D/V

Every Thursday in May

DURABLE MEDICAL EQUIPMENT MANAGER Seeking manager with at least 3-5 years experience with durable medical equipment.

Resumes to nepamedsupplies@ yahoo.com

10:00 am - 4:00 pm Tunkhannock Library

RN/LPNs Needed 278278

Interested Applicants can Apply Online! www.XLCServices.com or Call 888-382-4078

CDL CLASS A DRIVERS TIRED OF LONG TRIPS...AWAY FROM HOME AT NIGHT

REINHART FOODSERVICE, LLC HAS THE CAREER FOR YOU! $1000.00 SIGN ON BONUS CDL Class A drivers transport products from our Pittston domicile to customer locations, conduct pre/post trip inspections, unload cased products from trailer to desired customer location, and other duties as assigned. Drivers must be willing to operate a Tracscan unit and be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds frequently and lift and/or move up to 100 pounds occasionally. Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills are required.

Drug Free, EEO/AAP/M/F/H/V/D. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function of a position.

Reinhart offers an attractive compensation program, a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, eye and dental insurance, and 401(k), and the opportunity to work in a well-established and growth-oriented company.

For confidential consideration, apply at www.RFShires.com or 1-877-573-7447. Applications being accepted until May 30, 2011 or until maximum number of applications received.

Production/ Operations

DESIGN/PREPRESS PERSON Area commercial

printer seeks design/ prepress person for full-time position.

Should possess strong design capability with experience in MAC, PC & DTP applications & an understanding of prepress, the printing process, and all aspects of bindery operation.

Must have a minimum of 2 years education in graphic design & advertising, and a minimum of 5 years practical experience in graphic design, print and bindery production. Knowledge of the Apogee workflow a plus.

Must have the ability to move freely throughout the building to gather information, materials & authorizations.

Competitive salary and full benefits.

Send resume only to: Independent Graphics P.O. BOX 703, Pittston, PA 18640 Phone calls will not be accepted.

548 Medical/Health

Full Time benefits include health, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program.

XLC Services, LLC (Logistics) is seeking experienced forklift operators & Inexperienced candidates with great employment history to work at their Mehoopany, PA location. The following skills are necessary for these positions: • High School Diploma/GED • Computer Skills • Valid Driver’s License • Criminal Background Check • Pass Pre-employment Drug Screen & Physical • Part-time position for experienced driver only.

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

554

Maxim Healthcare is looking for a RN/LPN in the Greater WilkesBarre area with at least 1 year of experience and a valid CPR card.

Preferred experience is with adults and quadriplegics.

- Excellent Pay - Weekly Paychecks - Direct Deposit - Convenient Online Training - Benefits Contact Dave or Eric @ 570-822-6900

551

Other

KENNEL HELP

Full and Part Time.

K-9 Korner Inc. 734 Wilkes-Barre Twp. Blvd. (SR309) 570-829-8142 Come in to fill out an application.

Monday-Friday: 9am-6pm Saturday: 9am-4pm

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600 FINANCIAL 610

Business Opportunities

& EXCITING CREATIVE Paint your own

pottery studio franchise. Low start up & local training.

POKE-A-NOSE POTTERY Inspiration is Within Call Jason 570-730-7855 or email: pnpfranchise @yahoo.com

FLORAL SHOP

The only shop in the area!

1,300 sq/ft retail & 1,300 sq/ft storage

$63,000

Includes established sales, all equipment, showcases, inventory & memberships to FTD, Tele-Floral & 1-800-FLOWERS. Willing to train buyer. Owner retiring after 25 years in business.

Room for potential growth.

CALL 570-542-4520 Pictures available.

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.

700 MERCHANDISE 702

Air Conditioners

AIR CONDITIONER $40 570-740-1246 AIR CONDITIONER portable, 10,000 BTU, G.E., excellent condition.

Asking $150. 829-6417

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570-829-7130

706

Arts/Crafts/ Hobbies

RAGGEDY ANN & ANDY DOLLS 25” beautiful, hand made made clothes with embroided faces, sold in set $75. 570-288-8689

708

Antiques & Collectibles

DINING ROOM SET 1949 Leuis Burg

Chair and Furniture Company Mahogany dining room set consisting of rectangle drop leaf table with swirled legs, 4 padded chairs, hutch with 8 drawers, corner cabinet with glass top and bottom drawer, telephone stand with swirled legs.

All in very good condition. $1300 for all.

570-239-7846 LP’S, 78’S, 45’S From 40’S, 50’S, 60’S & 70’S $1 each. 829-2411 NEON SIGN - Electric, Camel sign, 30 years old, $200.

570-829-2411

708

Antiques & Collectibles

DOLL very old grandmother’s doll 1930’s or earlier, slight worn spot, cloth body filled with shavings $65. 1937 brass Mickey Mouse belt buckle $20. Rawcliffe Petal 1991 yellow bubble fairy #2904 of 9500 $15. Barbie wearing cowgirl outfit, 1966 $30. Vintage camel salt & pepper shakers, handmade from Israeli Olive Wood 1950’s selling on Ebay for $75 asking $25. Call 570-4742756 between 8:30am & 8:3-0 pm PIANO. Ericsson upright from 1885.

Needs tuning and some minor repairs. $200. 868-6613 YEARBOOKS: Coughlin H.S. 1926, 1928, 1932, 1937, 1940, 1961, 1963, 1942, 1943, 1944, 1949. G.A.R. H.S. 1934, 1935, 1936, 1937, 1945, 1946, 1951, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1961, 1965, 1966, 1970, 1980, 1985, 2005, 2006.

Meyers H.S. 1935, 1936, 1937, 1938, 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945, 1946, 1960, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977. Kingston H.S. 1938, 1939, 1940, 1944, 1948, 1949.

Plymouth H.S. 1930, 1931, 1932, 1933, 1938, 1943, 1944, 1959, 1960.

Hanover H.S. 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1960. West Pittston H.S. Annual 1925, 1926, 1927, 1928, 1931, 1932, 1959.

Luzerne H.S. 1951, 1952, 1956, 1957, 1959. Berwick H.S. 1952, 1953, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1960, 1967, 1968, 1969 ,1970. Lehman H.S. 1973, 1974, 1976, 1978, 1980. Nanticoke Area H.S. 1976, 2008. Dallas H.S. 1966, 1967, 1968. Bishop Hoban H.S. 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975. West Side Central Catholic H.S. 1965 1974, 1980, 1981.

Westmoreland H.S. 1952, 1953 - 1954 G.A.R. H.S. 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976 Pittston H.S. 1936, 1951, 1954, 1963 Pittston Hospital School of Nursing, J.O.Y. of 1957, 1959 West Pittston H.S. 1950, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1960 Hazleton H.S. 1938, 1939, 1940, 1941, 1942, 1943, 1945, 1948, 1949, 1950, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1964 Hazle Twp H.S. 1951, 1952 570-825-4721

710

Appliances

DRYER: Gas dryer large capacity $125.

Side by side bisque refrigerator, 8 years old with filter, ice & water dispenser $275. 570-287-8107 RANGE/STOVE, Kenmore Elite, gas, black, excellent condition, asking $200. 262-4866 REFRIGERATOR Kenmore, almond, 21.6 cu. ft. with ice maker & filtered water $300.

570-868-6018 STOVE, electric, bisque, Amana, good condition $100. 288-9940 STOVE/RANGE electric, beige $80.

REFRIGERATOR medium size, white $75. WASHER $75.

DRYER, gas $80.

570-704-8134 WASHER: Whirlpool Duet Sport HT front load washer, multi settings, energy efficient, white, excellent condition, less than 2 Years old (Paid $900).

Must sell, only $500.

570-825-7867

716

Building Materials

ROOFING, 5 rubber rolls, R.P.I. Royal Edge 10’X50’ .060 G Black EPDM. $200 per roll firm. Save!

(570) 822-9625

726

Clothing

CLOTHING women’s size large & extra large consisting of pants, tops, jackets, shoes size 9, over 35 items. Good condition. $35. 655-1808 DRESSES: Evan Picone size 4, burgundy, 4 roses are attached to two panels on the back , georgeouss $45.

Jessica McClintock, size 5, burgundy, strapless, small embroided flowers over dress $40.

Jump dress, size 5/6, black with silver sparkles throughout dress with rhinestone straps $40.

Urban Girl Nites size 5/6, red with crisscross on back matching purse $40. 570-288-8689 GOWNS: Jessica McLintock, lavender, full skirt netting, bodice, spaghetti straps, matching wrap, size 9/10 $30. After Six, soft blue, floor-length Aline skirt with lining, fitted top, spaghetti straps, empire waist line, size 16. $30.

570-814-9845 JACKET: boys genuine Italian stone leather jacket, size 14. $25. 868-6018 MISSES/junior Old Navy tops XS to medium $1. Lilu small purse with cute buttons from Pac Sun $3. Black slip-on waitress shoes size 6-1/2 rarely worn $1.50 Asics track cleats silver/light green size 7, good condition $3. Semi/ prom dress, David’s Bridal metallic blue/ grey, tea length bubble, strapless size 4 $10. Dolly’s Boutique, beautiful Sherri Hill short dress violet & pink, with bow at waist, can be worn strapless, size3/4, worn once. $30.

Unique Tiffany gown, Terra cotta color with beading, layered, lace, Vintage looking, strapless, from Prom Excitement, size 12, runs small. Must see. $40. Short gold, sequin bodice, full tulle sparkly bottom prom dress from David’s Bridal, size 4, worn once. $15. BCBG black short semi dress, sequins on top, worn once, size 4. $15. BCBG red short semi, pleated criss crossed top, flowy skirt, beautiful, worn once, can be worn strapless size 4 $15. 7 dance dresses sizes small, medium & large, $5.each 696-3528

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To place your ad Call Toll Free 1-800-427-8649 PURSES (2) Vera Bradley assorted purses $20 each.

570-693-2612

728

Commercial/ Industrial Equipment

BOY’S SUITS, navy, husky size 14/16 and size 8. like new. $10 each Call 823-4941

WASHING MACHINE. Like new.

Front loader. Very nice.

24” wide.

Many cycles including hand wash & heavy duty. $325.

570-817-0409

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DESK. Computer Desk $50. Call 7358730 or 332-8094

Baby Items

BABY CARRIAGE , excellent condition, includes hood & bottom basket $20.

570-239-2937 HIGHCHAIR, white vinyl highchair with blue print padding $ large tray $30.

Walker red, blue & yellow $15. Yellow infant seat vibrates with music, great for feeding $40.

570-208-3888 UMBRELLA STROLLER New condition $7.

570-779-9791

714

Bridal Items

WEDDING GOWN package REDUCED. New, tags on, ivory strapless, size 10, ivory strapless, beautiful bead work, veil beaded to match & slip. Paid $600 asking $125.

570-287-3505

716

Building Materials

DOOR. 36”x80” solid wood, 6 panel.

Exterior or interior.

Natural oak finish, right or left with hardware. $200.

Call 570-735-8730 or 570-332-8094 GLASS DOOR. 3 way glass door for bath tub. $25 570-331-8183

Computer Equipment & Software

GATEWAY computer system.

27” crt monitor with built in speakers win xp pro, dvd burner, mouse, keyboard & much more $300.

Compaq 14” laptop includes carring case, ac adapter, restore dvd & color web cam with motion detect for surveillance. xp pro sp3, office, 33 games, typing, english tutor & much more, needs new battery. $150.

570-457-6610 TOWER HP dual core tower. 3.4ghz cpu. ddr2 ram. windows 7. delivery. $85. 570-905-2985

732

Exercise Equipment

AB-LOUNGE SPORT w/ owners manual & DVD, Excellent condition $40.00 (570)825-0330 ELLIPTICAL: Bronze, silver, & black Omega Fitness Elliptical Trainer w/ instruction book & adapter $300.00 (570)825-0330

742

Furnaces & Heaters

FIREPLACE. Brick front electric. 6’ wide. $500 or best offer. 570-288-3233

744

Furniture & Accessories

ANTIQUE FIRESIDE CHAIRS (2) $50. each.

570-674-2644 ARMOIRE oversized, solid pine wood, country french design, 3 shelves, beautifully carved wood doors, striking showcase piece for bedroom or family room. $200. 690-8009 BAR hardwood, liquor cabinet with lock, copper insert top, 2 barstools, 4 1/2’ long. Excellent condition, great for entertaining, must see, smoke free home. $650. negotiable. 693-0884

Wanna make a speedy sale? Place your ad today 570829-7130.

BED. Craftmatic Adjustable. $500 or best offer.

570-288-3894 570-650-6434

744

Furniture & Accessories

SOLID OAK DINING TABLE 42X58 WITH 4-12 INCH LEAVES AND 4 OAK CHAIRS. BEAUTIFUL. A MUST SEE. $500.00 (570)655-0286

COMPUTER DESK, with hutch, good condition $50.

CEDAR CHEST with cushion seat, $150.

TEA CART, oak. $65 570-655-0952 DAY BED white wicker Henry Lind with trundle, desk, chair, mirror, night stand, 6 draw dresser, removable bookcase, wardrobe , magazine stand $750. or call for individual prices 570-498-0977 DESK brown, very sturdy, 2 drawers, excellent condition, $45. 570-239-2937 DESK secretary with hutch, new in box $95. 288-9940 DRESSER: 3 drawer, top drawer needs repair $20. Larger corner computer desk, light oak & gray $75.

570-868-6018 KITCHEN SET beige marble top, octagon shape, pedestal base, 4 captain chairs all on wheels, gorgeous.

Paid $1300 sell for $300.

Moving must sell.

570-675-4085 cell 570-406-7719

US & FOREIGN

COINS & CURRENCY

Collect Cash.

Not Dust.

Sell it in The Times Leader Classified section.

Old Postcards & Local Photo’s, Lead Soldiers & Old Toys, Mining & Military Stuff, Old Crocks, Jugs & Bottles, Fine China & Glassware, Local Advertising

GOLD & SILVER JEWELRY & WATCHES ALL TYPES OF STERLING SILVER

STAMPS

PAYING Record Ca$h Prices HERITAGE GALLERIES

CANOPY BEDwhite, double with four drawer chest and night table $100.00 for all three. 654-2505

CLOSET metal with two doors, recently painted cream color, one rod for hanging clothes and 8” high shelf. Measurements - 66” H x 36” W x 21” D. Good condition. $20.

BUYING

HIGHEST PREMIUMS FOR SILVER DOLLARS & BETTER ITEMS

BEDROOM SET Rustic, dark wood, twin captain’s bed, dresser with mirror, chest of drawers, desk with hutch & chair, very good condition $300. negotiable.

LOFT BED Custom Built.

Light oak, very solid, built-in desk with 2 drawers & overhead light, shelves & 5 drawers, excellent condition. $400 negotiable.

570-868-6613

CEDAR CHEST, light maple $75. FLOOR LAMPS brass with 5 fixtures $25.

Pine shelf $10. Swag grapes & wine bottles $10.

570-693-2612

746 Garage Sales/ Estate Sales/ Flea Markets

DALLAS, PA

Call 829-7130 to place an ad.

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Building/ Construction/ Skilled Trades

Located Directly across from the Dallas Agway on Rt. 415 Look for our blue & white signs Tues. thru Sat. 10 am to 5 pm 570-674-2646

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Building/ Construction/ Skilled Trades

TOOLMAKER

Sapa Extruder, Inc. an aluminum extrusion facility, is looking for a first shift Toolmaker. This individual needs to be selfmotivated and must be able to perform in a team environment and work independently. This position requires 10 years experience as a Toolmaker, a high school diploma or equivalent plus apprenticeship or journeymen’s papers. Requires knowledge of aluminum fabrication processes, operation of basic manual shop machines and use of precision measurement equipment.

Ability to design tools, fixtures and machines that involve hydraulic, pneumatic and basic electrical controls. If you feel that you meet these qualifications please send a resume with salary requirements to: Sapa Extruder, Inc. 330 Elmwood Avenue, Mountain Top, PA 18707 Attention: Human Resources Teresa.mandzak@sapagroup.com NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE E.O.E.

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Legal

539

Legal

542

Logistics/ Transportation

542

Logistics/ Transportation

KITCHEN TABLE with 6 chairs & leaf, light brown in color $75. Kitchen table with 6 chairs and leaf. walnut in color $125.

CEDAR WARDROBE $100.

CEDAR CHEST $50.

Light wood oak complete twin bed with removable side rails $50. HOSPITAL BED complete with side rails $200.

570-287-8107 LAMP - Parlor stand up lamp. Very good condition.

Grey metal color. $25.

570-740-1246 LIVING ROOM Sofa and Loveseat.

Leather. Light beige, great condition $350.

823-9551 LOVESEAT & OTTOMAN solid sand colored cushioned, excellent shape $200.

570/824-7807 or 570-545-7006

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Logistics/ Transportation

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SUNDAY DISPATCH

Casual Bus Operator

The County of Lackawanna Transit System (COLTS) is hiring Casual Bus Operators for coverage as needed. This position is safety sensitive and requires pre-employment and random drug and alcohol screening.

Preferred candidates should be comfortable in all driving situations while providing customer service. The position consists of varied hours Monday through Saturday, with little advance notice and starts with a pay of $15.00+ per hour. To be considered for an interview, you: • Need a high school diploma or GED equivalent; • Must show that you are a U.S. Citizen or present your proof of Employment Eligibility; • Must have a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL); • Passenger Endorsement with no Air Brake Restriction is preferred but not required to be hired. However, the prospective employee will be expected to acquire this endorsement within two weeks of being hired; • Must have acceptable driving record ; • Must be physically capable to perform the essential job functions; • Must have no conviction of a felony, or any drug-related convictions; • Must comply with all other applicable qualifications for employment established by the organization; COLTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Applications are available via www.coltsbus.com or by request at 570-346-2061 and should be sent to: Casual Bus Operator ATTN: Dorothy A. Sterling Hill COLTS 800 North South Road; Scranton, PA 18504 Or to jobs@coltsbus.com

SUNDAY DISPATCH

CHAINSAW gas homelite 16” bar includes case and extra chain runs great $75. Lawnmower Craftsman 21” cut runs great not selfpropelled no bag. $75. Werner 6ft aluminum step ladder good condition $30. 16’ extension ladder, aluminum, good condition $50. firm 570-655-3197 MOWER: lawn push mower, older model works great $75.

570-283-0636 MOWER: MTD riding lawn mower with rear grass catcher & new battery $350. 457-6610 PLUG AERATOR Brand =AGRI-FAB purchased at Sears.

Used less than 6 times.

Maximum added weight = 140 lbs. Purchase price approximately $162. sell $100.

570-735-3438 TRIMMER/EDGER Torro electric, 10” cut, new in box $20. 825-9744

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756

Medical Equipment

POWER CHAIR Jazzy Select, $700 or best offer ALSO, regular wheelchair, with extra weight support. $100. Call for more details 570-829-2411

758 Miscellaneous AIR CONDITIONER: 5000 btu energy savor ac works great, $40.

AM/ FM/CassettE & cd player boom box $25. Lexmar color printer new in the box $20. DVD/VCR combo with all hook ups $40. DVD player with all hook ups $15. AB-DOER exercise machine new in box, never openend a $150. value for only $70. Dell flat screen 16” monitor with keyboard, mouse all hookups, wires and cd users guide all for only $40. call 570-262-3273 BARREL, wooden.

53 gallon.

Excellent condition $195.

570-876-3830 BATHROOM SINK SET: Gerber white porcelain bathroom sink with mirror and medicine cabinet.

Matching set. $80.

570-331-8183 BEDLINER: 89 Chevy S10 truck bedliner, standard cab $30.

2000 Chevy Cavalier LS rear trunk spoiler, black $10.

Four barrel carb running from Chevy motor $50. 3 suitcases in excellent shape $40. 570-740-1246 BOOKS: (2) World War II Veterans : Tom Brokaw’s “The Greatest Generation” stories of World War II heroes 390 pages published 1998. Both books in good condition. $10. each Call Jim A WWII veteran at 655-9474.

CANISTER SET 4 piece, burgundy, $8.

Hamilton Beach can opener, used less than 1 year $8. Vacuum bags, Electrolux upright, 4 ply, style C (generic) 10 count $10. Electrolux upright 4 ply style U, 8 count $10 and style U (generic) 10 count $10.

570-868-6018 COLLEGE BOOKS Writing a Research Paper, 5th edition, ISBN: 1-877653-667 good condition $2. Life As We Know It, a collection of personal essays

by Foote Sweeney, Great condition ISBN: 0-74347686-7 $4. Germinal by Emile Zola ISBN: 978-0-14044742-2 $4.

570-696-3528 DRAPES 2 pair single width gold & hooks $5.

Poise Maximum long pads, box of 42. $10.50 474-5653 LAWN ORNAMENT cement yard donkey with flower cart 3’ x3” planter for flowers. sell for $90.

ATTIC CLEANED OUT !!! many, many items ( over 100 ! ) christmas decorations, candles, flowers. lamps, suitcases all for $ 75. call 570-735-2081 MISC: Daavlin stand-up UVB light for Psoriasis w/ owners manual, keys, & goggles $300.00 (570)825-0330 RELIGIOUS ITEMS Hand made Rosaries, $5.

570-829-2411 SEWING MACHINE with antique wooden cabinet. $50 or best offer.

570-825-5847 TIRES: set of 4 Michelin green x mxv4 plus radial tires, all season.

P205/55R16 excellent condition 15,000 miles $200.

570-926-5075

758 Miscellaneous

776 Sporting Goods

786 Toys & Games

TOASTER OVEN white $10. TOASTER 4 slot $5. Both excellent condition.

LITTER BOX covered, new $7.

570-239-2937

PUMP: Electric Pump Coleman.

Brand New in box $10. 570-239-2937

XBOX-360. Guitar hero guitar $15.

XBOX 360 cordless racing wheel & pedals $25.

570-693-2612

TRAILER HITCH with hardware, fits 20052008 Escape, Mercury Mariner, Mazda Tribute $110 or best offer. 570-466-1214 TURKEY FRYER allin-one gas & charcoal single burner smoker grill & turkey fryer, propane tank!

Like new over $300 invested. take all for $165. Cash or paypal. 570-735-2661 VACUUM Bissell wide cleaning path, all attachments, powerforce, bagless turbo, 12 amps MZX1MUM $45. One portable Pronto 2 in 1 Electrolux with charger & stand $20. 570-735-8730 or 570-332-8094

762

Musical Instruments

DRUM SET 5 piece Maxx $100.

570-674-2644 GUITAR Epiphone thunderbird Bass guitar, excellent condition. $150.

Marshall bass amp.

Standard 15 watt bass guitar amp, excellent condition. $50. Casio WK-77 76-key keyboard. over 500 different tones. Comes with everything you need: Stand & bench.

Excellent condition! $175 (570) 824-1114 PIANO KEYBOARD Casio WK-200 76key piano keyboard.

Over 500 different sounds/tones.

In excellent condition.

Comes with everything you need, bench, stand, sustain pedal.$200 or best offer.

570-824-1114

772

Pools & Spas

POOL: 4.5 ft. deep, 21 ft. round above ground pool; like new, new motor, pump, & sand filter.

Maintenance accessories & deck included. $500 570-690-8009

774

Restaurant Equipment

RESTAURANT EQUIPMENT,

778

Stereos/ Accessories

SPEAKERS one pair of two way floor or bookshelf speakers, good condition in original boxes. Can be seen in downtown Wilkes-Barre $15. 607-565-1726 STEREO SYSTEM, Sharp features 5 disc CD Sharp anger. Comes with 2 speakers, a subwoofer & remote also includes an auxiliary port for digital music. $60.

570-824-1114

780

Televisions/ Accessories

TELEVISION: GE. 28” works good, needs remote $90.

570-740-1246

784

Tools

BUFFER Coleman Powermate new in box. $20.

570-288-9940 RETROFIT LASER GUIDE for most 10” miter saws, works great! $12. call 570-696-1267

786 Toys & Games FOOSBALL TABLE $75 570-674-2644

To place your ad call...829-7130 GAME TABLE 10 IN 1 approximate 3 X 5 $50. 868-6018

GAMES Are You Smarter Than A Fifth Grader new, sealed $12.

Little Tykes snacks & snow cones cart, working cone maker, beverage dispenser, snack/vending tubes, play cash register, scale, cutting boards, used 2x $40. cash or paypal. 735-2661.

LITTLE TIKES PARTY KITCHEN SET. Good condition, lot’s of plates & dishes. $25. Thomas the Train Table & Train set, wooden railway, tracks & train.

Excellent condition. $75. 570-274-4058

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788

Stereo/TV/ Electronics

RADIO: complete auto and home XM radio package.

Comes with radio, all adapters and manuals. $50.

570-655-1415 TVs Sanyo 27” color, remote $20. 13” Magnavox, color $15. 570-239-2937 VHS PLAYER. WORKS IN GREAT CONDITION. $10.00 SURROUND SOUND SYSTEM. CALL FOR DETAILS. $75.00 (570)283-0636

792

Video Equipment

SURVEILLANCE COMPUTER w/1 indoor color camera. windows xp with webcam dvd burner still under warranty hooked up try before buying. $150. 570-457-6610

794

794

Video Game Systems/Games

PS2 GAMES: Call Of Duty 3 Special Edition $12. Call Of Duty World At War Final Fronts $15. Guitar Hero $10. Hitman 2 $10. Dance Dance Revolution Extreme 2 $12. Tekken Tag Tournament (some scratches works fine) $5.

PLAYSTATION GAMES: Spongebob Squarepants Supersponge $10. Tony Hawks Pro Skater (some scratches works fine) $5.

Crash Bandicoot 2 Cortex Strikes Back (some scratches works fine) $5.

PC GAMES: Hells Kitchen (Windows Vista, XP or MAC) $15. Excellent Condition unless noted.

Cash or PayPal. Take $85 for all.

570-735-2661

796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise Mr. Baseball, buying all sports cards and memorabilia.

203-557-0856

800 PETS & ANIMALS 810

Cats

Kittens Free to good home.

570-822-7074

815

Dogs

815

Dogs

PAWS TO CONSIDER....

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Video Game Systems/Games

GAMECUBE New, never opened, Nintendo Gamecube Bomberman Jetters, rated E. $8.

New, never opened.

Nintendo Gamecube, A series of Unfortunate Events, rated E. $8. Two Play Station 2 steering wheels & foot pedals for racing games. $10. 6963528 will sell separately.

GUITAR ONLY for Guitar Hero III X-Box 360 & Playstation 2, used almost new $20. 570-868-6018

906 Homes for Sale

ALASKAN MALAMUTE AKC Registered Available May 24.

Rare breeding & hand whelped.

4 males & 4 females: Seals, Sables & Whites. $600 570-510-6428

ALASKAN MALAMUTE PUPPIES AKC RARE Red & white, 2 females, shots & wormed, $450 each. Call 570-477-3398

COCKER SPANIEL PUPS

Parents on premises Shots Current. $500.

570-401-1838

2 male black & tan.

1 female chocolate. $300 each. Parents on premises 570-760-2036 or 570-371-6222

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POMERANIAN PUPPIES

815

Dogs

DOBERMAN PUPPIES

AKC Puppies.

Black & rust. Veterinarian checked.

Tails, due claws & shots done.

Ready May 10.

570-739-4674

GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES, AKC

Shepherds By Fanti 25 Yrs. Experience Family Raised Black/Tan, Black/Red. M/F Hasenborn-Arminus 570-825-5597 570-239-5498

Birds? Cats? Dogs?

Skunks? Snakes?

Sell Your Animals with a Classified Ad! 570-829-7130

ITALIAN CANE CORSO Mastiff Puppies

ICCF Registered.

Parents on premises.

Blue & blue fawn. Ready May 1.

Vet Checked 570-617-4880

835

SNAKE red tail BOA, with cage $250.

Python with cage $275. 570-704-8134

845

S T. B ERNARD P UP ACA. 1 Female.

Wormed & shots $500 570-274-5099

Pet Supplies

DOG CRATES 2 Petmate medium 27Lx 20wx19h $25. each 570-654-2396

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Blueberry Hill.

3 bedroom ranch.

Large lot with pool.

Lease To Buy. For more details, call (570) 655-8118

906 Homes for Sale

HANOVER TWP

112 Regal Street 2 family.

Renovated bath & kitchen, low taxes, new boiler, 50 x 150, over sized Garage, $84,000. Call 570-825-7588 or 718-360-7283

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310 Lockville Rd.

SERENITY

Enjoy the serenity of country living in this beautiful 2 story home on 2.23 acres surrounded by nature the property has it’s own private driveway.

Great entertaining inside & out! 3 car garage plus 2 car detached. A MUST SEE! MLS#11-831 $279,900 call Nancy 570-237-0752

FORTY FORT 65 West

PIT BULL PUPPIES

Ready now.

6 weeks old.

2 males, 3 females. $300 & Up 570-817-4713

PetsMiscellaneous

Pettebone St.

Beautiful remodeled home in nice neighborhood. 4 bed, 3 bath, new carpeting new kitchen, stainless appliances.

A must see.

PRICE REDUCED $169,500 Leave Message 570-881-8493

WILKES-BARRE

YORKSHIRE TERRIER One Male. One Female. $850.

570-947-0107 Leave Message

Large Modern Bi Level.

Newly remodeled, hardwood floors, 2 story addition.

Deck, garage, large fenced yard. Quiet neighborhood. Extra amenities. $190,000 Call 570-814-5948

906 Homes for Sale

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JENKINS TWP./ INKERMAN 45 Main St.

Own this home for less than $400 a month! Large 3 bedroom home with formal dining room, off street parking and large yard. For more information and photos, log onto www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS#09-2449 $64,900 Call Charles

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Terrace, Lake Ariel, PA classic home, two story, single family, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, kitchen, dining room, family room, living room, fireplace, electric heat, .85 acres, deck. Located in a Goldstar community, lake rights, community amenities include pool, beaches, clubhouse, golf, ski slopes, boating and other water activities.

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JENKINS HIGHLAND HILLS Stylish Bi-Level, 3

bedrooms, granite, stainless appliances, heated in ground pool. $219,900 Call 570-655-8034

Somerset Dough Sheeter, Model CAR-100. Only 1 available. $1,500 Call for more info

570-498-3616

RESTAURANT EQUIPMENT,

SOMERSET TURN OVER MACHINE model SPM45, $500; ALSO, Bunn Pour Over Coffee Machine, Model # STF15, $225 For more info, call

570-498-3616

RESTAURANT EQUIPMENT,

AMERICAN EAGLE MIXER, 20 quart mixer, Model AE-20, with timer and guard, $1300.

ALSO, Bev Air 2 door refrigerator/ sandwich prep table, Model SP48-12, $1300.

Call 570-498-3616 for more details.

776 Sporting Goods BASKETBALL HOOP: Lifetime Quick Court II adjustable basketball hoop, sand filled, great condition. $100.

570-825-5353 BICYCLE, BMX Haro Backtrail X1 Nyquist, 20 x2.1 tires; 24T sealed bottom bracket, ridden only 2 or 3 times since new, child did not like it; looks new; CRMO seat tube & cranks, quality heavy duty bike.

New $249., asking $149. 570-696-1410

TUCKED AWAY WITH GREAT VIEWS OF THE WINDMILLS, YET CLOSE ENOUGH TO ALL MAJOR HIGHWAYS! 4 BEDROOMS, 2 FULL BATHS, LARGE OPEN BASEMENT WITH WALK-OUT TO YARD IS INSULATED AND READY TO BE FINISHED. MLS# 104060 CALL COLLEEN 237-0415 DIR: RT 315 TO LIGHT AT LAFLIN ROAD, LEFT ON HAVERFORD, LEFT ON PEACHWOOD TO LEFT ON HICKORYWOOD

BEAUTIFUL 4 BEDROOM RANCH IN A DESIRED COMMUNITY. FINISHED BASEMENT WITH CUSTOM WET BAR, GYM AND WORKSHOP. ATTACHED 2 CAR GARAGE ON LARGE LOT. MLS# 10-4455 CALL GLENN 654-3562 DIR: 315 NORTH TO LEFT ON LAFLIN ROAD, 3 1/2 BLOCKS TO HOME ON RIGHT.

IN EXCELLENT CONDITION. EXTRA LARGE ROOMS WITH GREAT FEATURES. 2 FULL & 2 HALF BATHS, HUGE ENCLOSED PORCH, BUILT IN BBQ, LARGE YARD. MLS# 10-2817 CALL CHARLIE 829-6200 VM 101 DIR: PITTSTON BY-PASS TO OAK ST, RIGHT ON FORD, LEFT ON PARNELL.

SEMI-PRIVATE LOCATION WITH PRIVATE BACK YARD, 3 SEASON ROOM, GAS FIREPLACE IN LOWER LEVEL FAMILY ROOM. 4 BEDROOMS, GARAGE. MLS# 104740 CALL CHARLIE 829-6200 VM 101 DIR: RT. 315 TO ST. JOE’S OBLATES, RIGHT ON PITTSTON AVE, RIGHT ON REID ST.

PRIVATE SETTING NEWER RANCH HOME ON GORGEOUS LOT WITH LARGE DECK, PERGO FLOORS, FINISHED LL. MLS# 10-2364 CALL JULIO 592-3966 DIR: RT. 92 TO LEFT ONTO TERRACE AVE, RIGHT ON CREST.

GREAT 3 BEDROOM CAPE COD WITH CHARM & CHARACTER, 1 3/4 BATHS, NICE YARD. MLS# 10-342 CALL NANCY 237-0752 OR MELISSA 237-6384 DIR: WYOMING AVE TO SUSQUEHANNA AVE TO DENNISON.

RAISED RANCH WITH LARGE MASTER BEDROOM, MODERN KITCHEN, FAMILY ROOM WITH GAS FIREPLACE, 2 CAR GARAGE, FENCED YARD, MOVE IN CONDITION. MLS# 11-152 CALL LUANN 602-9280 DIR: WILLIAM ST TO LEFT ON LAUREL, LEFT ON CENTER, LEFT ON SKYLINE.

LOADS OF SPACE IN THIS MODERNIZED TRADITIONAL HOME. 3RD FLOOR IS LARGE BR WITH WALK-IN CLOSET, MODERN KITCHEN, FAMILY ROOM ADDITION, LARGE YARD WITH DECK, 4 BEDROOMS 1 1/2 BATHS. NOT JUST A STARTER HOME! A HOME TO STAY & GROW IN! MLS# 11-622 CALL COLLEEN 237-0415 DIR: SAN SOUCI HWY TO LIGHT AT WILLOW ST, U TURN TO DIAMOND AVE.

THREE BEDROOM HOME, FRESHLY PAINTED WITH MODERN KITCHEN AND BATH WITH TILE FLOOR, OFF STREET PARKING. CALL LUANN 602-9280 DIR: PITTSTON BY-PASS TO LEFT ON OAK ST, RIGHT ON FORD, LEFT ON PARNELL. HOME ON RIGHT.

NICE STARTER HOME WITH 7 ROOMS, 3 BEDROOMS, 1 1/4 BATHS, 1 CAR GARAGE AND CARPORT. LOTS OF OFF STREET PARKING, NICE SHED AND GREAT YARD. MLS# 11-559 CALL TOM 262-7716 DIR: WY OMING AVE TO L EFT ON 8 TH S T P AST SHORMAKER AVE HOME ON LEFT.

ENJOY THE SERENITY OF COUNTRY LIVING IN THIS BEAUTIFUL TWO STORY HOME ON 2.23 ACRES. SURROUNDED BY NATURE THE PROPERTY HAS IT’S OWN PRIVATE DRIVEWAY, GREAT ENTERTAINING INSIDE AND OUT! 3 CAR GARAGE, PLUS 2 CAR DETACHED, A MUST SEE! MLS# 11-831 CALL NANCY 237-0752 OR MELISSA 237-6384 DIR: FOLLOW RT. 92 TO CORNER OF LOCKVILLE ROAD.

NICE BRICK FRONT 2 STORY HOME IN PRESTIGEOUS DEVELOPMENT, 3 BR, 2 1/2 BATHS, FAMILY ROOM WITH FP, 2 CAR GARAGE, FINISHED ROOM IN LL. CENTRAL A/C. MLS# 10-2379 CALL LUANN 602-9280 DIR: SOUTH MAIN ST. PITTSTON TO FORK STAY LEFT ON STOUT ST PAST PA HIGH, RIGHT INTO WILLOW VIEW, RIGHT ON OSBORNE.

FISHING POLES: 4 brand new fishing poles/ 3 brand new reels $220.

570-654-2396

CUSTOM BUILT SOLID BRICK 4 BR 4 BATH HOME ON 1+ ACRE LOT. CENTRAL A/C, 2 MBR EACH WITH MBATH AND FP, U LTR A MO DERN KI TCH EN, HARDWOOD FLOORS THROUGHOUT, CATHEDRAL CEILINGS, OPEN FLR PLAN, OLD FARM ESTATES. MLS# 11653 CALL KIM 466-3338 DIR: RT. 115 S TO BLAKESLEE, THROUGH CORNERS TO LEFT ON CHESTNUT ROAD INTO OLD FARM EST., HOME ON LEFT CORNER.

FISHING ROD & REEL great shape $20. 570-704-8134 GOLF BAG, Precise professional, black/ navy standup bag, putter tube, ball holder, 6 pockets in excellent condition. $25. 570-696-1267.

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FORGET THE HASSLE, WE DID THE BUILDING FOR YOU! INTERIOR IS DESIGNED WITH CONVENIENCE IN MIND, HARDWOOD FLOORS, GAS FIREPLACE, CENTRAL A/C, MODERN KITCHEN WITH GRANITE AND SS APPLIANCES, PATIO IN BACK. 2 CAR GARAGE. MLS# 10-3676 CALL COLLEEN 237-0415 DIR: PITTSTON BY PASS TO GAIN ST, HOUSE ON RIGHT.

STATELY BRICK RANCH IN PRIVATE LOCATION, LARGE ROOM SIZES, FIREPLACE, CENTRAL AIR. EXTRA LOT INCLUDED IN SALE. MLS# 10-3512 CALL CHARLIE 829-6200 VM 101 DIR: FROM HIGHWAY 315, TURN AT ST. JOE’S OBLATES, FOLLOW TO LEFT ON PITTSTON AVE SEE SIGN.

WELL KEPT RANCH WITH 7 ROOMS, 3 BEDROOMS 2 BATHS, 2 CAR GARAGE, 1 YEAR OLD GAS FURNACE, FULL UNFINISHED BASEMENT. MLS# 10-4474 CALL TOM 262-7716 DIR: 309 NORTH TO RIGHT ON CARVERTON RD, APX 2 MILES TO LEFT ON MANOR, LEFT ON GREENPOND, HOME ON THE LEFT.

STATELY BRICK HOME WITH MODERN KITCHEN & BATH, 3 BEDROOMS, PRIVATE YARD & DECK, NEWER ROOF, FURNACE & WINDOWS. OFF STREET PARKING! MLS# 10-1182 CALL JULIO 592-3966 DI R : WY O M IN G A VE E XE TE R N EA R P EN N A V E INTERSECTION.

GOLF CLUBS Ladies only, great condition, black bag, like new. $75.

570-823-9551 HARD BALL HAT: Easton Stealth SC 900 Hard Ball Bat. 32 inch 29 oz. Hardly used. $60. Call 570-283-5958 after 5pm or 570-3013484 anytime.

HELMETS one XL red, Surround ATV helmet $50. One XXL Camo-Surround ATV helmet $50.

One large black vector sport ATV helmet $25.

570-735-7742

CAPE COD HOME WITH 3-4 BEDROOMS, 2 1/2 BATHS, LOTS OF CLOSET SPACE, 2 CAR GARAGE, TWO TIER DECK WITH AG POOL, BAMBOO FLOORS, EXCELLENT MOVE IN CONDITION. GET READY FOR SUMMER FUN! MLS# 11-657 CALL COLLEEN 237-0415 DIR: RIVER ST. PLAINS TO RIGHT ON SAYLOR AVE, LEFT ON SUSQUEHANNOCK DR, HOME STRAIGHT AHEAD.

BRAND NEW IN 2004, 3 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHROOMS, CENTRAL A/C, 2 CAR GARAGE, SHED, 6 CAR DRIVEWAY, ROOF, KITCHEN, FURNACE, A/C, MASTER BATH ALL REPLACED. AND MUCH MORE! MLS# 11-1166 CALL TOM 262-7716 DIR: CHURCH ST. TO RIGHT INTO LARKMONT MANOR, LEFT ON PHEASANT, RIGHT ON FALCON, HOME ON LEFT.

ATTN FOOTBALL FANS! THE NAME ALONE MAKES YOU WANT T O BUY ! VER Y CONV ENIENT L OCA T IO N F OR T HIS 3 BR TOWNHOME WITH DECK & PATIO FOR OUTDOOR LIVING, LARGE LR/DR COMBO WITH GAS FP PLUS LL FAM ROOM BOTH WITH HW FLOORS 3 1/2 BATHS, GARAGE! MLS# 11-782 CALL COLLEEN 237-0415 DIR: RT. 315 SOUTH TO LEFT ON MUNDY ST, LEFT ON BEAR CREEK BLVD, RIGHT ON NITTANY LANE INTO JADE HILLS.

FRESHLY PAINTED AND INSULATED, IMMACULATE AND SITTING ON ALMOST 1/2 AN ACRE, THIS 3BR 1 1/2 BATH HOME CAN BE YOURS. FEATURES INCLUDE MODERN KITCHEN, LAUNDRY ROOM, CENTRAL A/C, OFFICE & FREE STANDING FP. ALL APPLIANCES INCLUDED. JUST MOVE RIGHT IN. MLS# 11-604 CALL KIM 466-3338 DIR: WYOMING AVE NORTH, HOME ON RIGHT.

4,800 SQ. FT., MODERN KITCHEN, CALL FOR APPOINTMENT MLS# 08-2954 CALL CHARLIE 829-6200 VM101 DIR: TAKE MAIN ST. PITTSTON SOUTH TO JENKINS TWP, LEFT ON MAY ST, THEN LEFT AGAIN.

LARGE FIRST FLOOR SHOWROOM WITH DISPLAY W IN DO W. P L U S L U XU R Y A P AR TM ENT O N 2 ND FLOOR. COULD BE OFFICES. GREAT HIGH TRAFFIC LOCATION RIGHT ON WYOMING AVE. MLS# 10-4339 CALL CHARLIE 829-6200 VM 101 DIR: JUST BEFORE CORNER OF 8TH ST & WYOMING AVE ON WEST SIDE.

FOUR BEDROOM RANCH HOME WITH HARDWOOD FLOORS, LARGE ROOM SIZES, GAS HEAT & C E N T RA L A / C G A R A G E AND CARPORT. NICE HOME, CORNER LOT, LARGE UNFINISHED BASEMENT. MLS# 11-1209 CALL CHARLIE 829-6200 VM 101 DIR: MAIN ST. TURN WEST ON OAK ST. 3 BLOCK TO LEFT ON JOHNSON ST.

PAINT BALL GUNS: Piranha BMW 00547; Brass Eagle Eradicator with tank, $100 or best offer. Call 570-654-6345 PALAMINO 1988 COLT POP UP STOVE COOLER CONVERTOR, good tires, new springs $950. 693-0410

FORMER COMMERCIAL BUILDING WITH 2 APARTMENTS. SEPERATE ELECTRIC METERS. COMMERCIAL SECTION IS OPEN SPAN WITH OFFICE SPACE. MLS# 10-3872 CALL CHARLIE 829-6200 VM 101 DIR: MAIN ST. AVOCA TO MCALPINE, RIGHT ON ST. MARY ST.

2,500 SQ. FT. 2 DOCTOR OFFICES, PLUS 4 EXAM ROOMS, XRAY, RECEPTION AND BREAK ROOM. HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE, ADAPTABLE TO ANY BUSINESS, PARKING FOR 8 CARS. MLS# 11-751 CALL CHARLIE 829-6200 VM 101 DIR: LOCATED ON KENNEDY BLVD NEXT TO COOPERS.

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PARDEESVILLE

WEST WYOMING 438 Tripp St

738 PARDEESVILLE RD CORNER LOT

Single family built in 2005. 2.5 baths, two story with attached garage.

Oil furnace with central air. 90 x 140 corner lot.

Kitchen with center cooking island, dining room, raised ceiling with glass door entry & hardwood floor.

Carpeting thru out home.

Tiled kitchen and bath.

Kitchen appliances included.

NICELY PRICED $219,900 (570) 233-1993

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SUNDAY 1:00PM-3:00PM 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 (835.00 / 30years/ 5%) 570-654-1490

WYOMING

530 Dennison Ave.

REDUCED Great 3 bedroom

Cape Cod with charm & character, 1 3/4 baths, nice yard. MLS# 10-342 $139,900 call Nancy 570-237-0752

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Income & Commercial Properties

JENKINS TOWNSHIP May Street

SCRANTON

103 Arnold Avenue

AFFORDABLE PRICE

Cape Cod with 1st floor master bedroom, 3 season porch, attached garage. MLS# 10-1069 $84,900 call Nancy 570-237-0752

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ASHLEY PARK Laurel Run & San

Souci Parks, Like new, several to choose from, Financing &Warranty, facebook.com/ MobileOne.Sales Call (570)250-2890

PITTSTON

3 bedroom, 1 bath, semi modern kitchen with stove and fridge. Nice yard, one car garage.

Priced to sell.

MLS 11-1298 $59,900 Call Lu-Ann 570-602-9280

915 Manufactured Homes

Former Parrish Center Hall with kitchen & parking.

For more information and photos visit www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS#08-2954 $179,900 Call Charlie

PITTSTON

2 Unit through 8 Unit apartments for sale in the Greter Pittston area. Call 570-655-1606

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Apartments/ Unfurnished

QUALITY COLONIAL FORTY FORT -

FIRST FLOOR DUPLEX. UNIQUE $595 + UTILITIES. Cook’s kitchen with built-ins, formal dining room, front/rear enclosed porches, custom window coverings. TWO YEAR SAME RENT, NO PETS/SMOKING/EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION Managed 570-288-1422

Apartments/ Unfurnished

AVOCA

3 rooms, wall to wall carpeting, appliances, coin-op laundry, off street parking, security. No pets. $410/month (570) 655-1606

To place your ad call...829-7130

BEAR CREEK New furnished

3 room apartment Includes water, septic & most of the heat. No smoking & no pets. $750/ month. + security, references. Could be unfurnished. Call (570) 954-1200

EXETER 1st floor, 2 bedroom,

eat in kitchen, enclosed heated porch. Large refinished basement. 1 car carport. Gas heat. Central air. $700 + utilities & security. Will consider reduced rent for maintenance work.

Call 570-760-6277

PERFECTLY CHARMING FORTY FORT SECOND FLOOR, Immaculate 4 rooms with appliances, laundry, porch, parking.

Management provided, 2 YEAR SAME RENT $465 + UTILITIES, NO PETS/SMOKING/ EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION REQUIRED.

AMERICA REALTY 570-288-1422

HUGHESTOWN

4 Room/2 bedroom, wall to wall carpet, appliances, washer/dryer hookup, off street parking, security, no pets. $470.570-655-1606

Apartments/ Unfurnished

AMERICA REALTY

AMERICA REALTY

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KINGSTON A GREAT PLACE!!!

LIKE NEW!!

2 bedroom

apartment in great neighborhood. 2nd floor.

Includes new kitchen (with new stove, dishwasher & microwave) & bath w/washer dryer hookup.

Hardwood throughout with ceramic tile in kitchen and bath. $695/mo + utilities and security.

No Pets, references required.

Call Scott (570) 823-2431 Ext. 137

KINGSTON

E.Light, WALNUT ST. bright, 1st

floor, 2 bedrooms, elevator, carpeted, Security system. Garage.

Extra storage & cable TV included.

Laundry facilities.

Heat & hot water furnished. Fine neighborhood.

Convenient to bus & stores. No pets. References.

Security. Lease.

No smokers please. $840.

570-287-0900

MOUNTAIN TOP WOODBRYN 1 & 2 Bedroom,

available immediately, No pets. Rents based on income start at $395 & $430.

Handicap Accessible. Equal Housing Opportunity.

Call 570-474-5010 TTY711 This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

NANTICOKE 1st floor, 1 bedroom.

Heat, water, garbage & sewage included. Off street parking. All appliances included. $530 + security.

Call 570-406-5221

NANTICOKE

Modern 3 room, wall to wall carpet, washer/dryer hookup, fridge & range. Water sewer, garbage& off street parking included. $430/mo.

No pets. Call 570-735-3479

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PITTSTON TWP. Newly remodeled 2

bedroom apartment. Living room, kitchen, laundry & bath 1st floor. 2 bedrooms 2nd floor.

Includes water & garbage. No pets, no smoking. $550 + security. Call (570) 655-4533

PLAINS TOWNSHIP Walking Distance to the Casino!! 2 bedroom, 1 bath, living room, kitchen, off street parking. $600/month + utilities, security & references. Call Classic Properties Nikki Callahan 718-4959 Ext. 1306

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WILKES-BARRE 1ST FLOOR 260 CAREY AVE.

PLYMOUTH

WILKES-BARRE

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

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WILKES-BARRE NORTH

807 N. Washington 2 bedrooms, 2nd floor. Wall to wall carpeting. Eat in kitchen with appliances. Off street parking - 2 cars.

Coin op laundry. All utilities included. $645 / month + security. No pets.

570-814-1356

WILKES-BARRE

NORTH END Large 1 bedroom apartment. Includes heat, hot & cold running water, fridge, stove, coinop laundry, off street parking, back yard. $535 + security. For appointment call 570-814-3138

WILKES-BARRE SOUTH SECURE BUILDINGS 1 & 2 bedroom

apartments.

Laundry facility. Off street parking available. Starting at $440. 570-332-5723

2.5 efficiency. Heat, hot water, garbage & full maintenance included. Off street parking. No Pets. $500/mo. + security Call 570-693-3492

944

Commercial Properties

COMMERCIAL BUILDING 12,000 + square

foot. Forty Fort 60 Dilley Street Rent with Option To Buy or For Sale.

Zoned commercial & Industrial. Warehouse, offices, 4 bath rooms, huge storage area.

Available June 1st.

COMMERCIAL SPACE KINGSTON FOR RENT 620 Market St.

Newly Renovated Prime Space.

1,250 sq. ft., Near Kingston Corners. Great location for retail or business office.

Easy Access and parking. Call Cliff 570-760-3427

RETAIL SPACE EXETER

call 570-237-6070

950

Half Doubles

HANOVER TOWNSHIP

Lyndwood Avenue Very spacious 3 bedroom half double with neutral decor. Off street parking.

Private yard in rear. Ample Storage.

Convenient to schools. $560 / month + utilities. 1 year lease, security. No pets.

Call 570-793-6294

NANTICOKE 55 Loomis St

DOLPHIN PLAZA

3 bedroom, wall to wall carpet, full basement & attic, stove, fridge & water included. No pets. $630 plus security 570-814-1356

PLAINS TWP

2 bedrooms, sunroom, new bath, washer/dryer hookup. No pets. $580 + utilities & security, sewer & garbage included.

Call (570) 655-5156

570-881-4993

Rte. 315 2,000 SF Office / Retail Next to Gymboree 4,500 SF Office Showroom, Warehouse Loading Dock 4 Acres touching I81 will build to suit.

Call 570-829-1206 7 PETHICK DRIVE OFF RTE. 315 1200 & 700 SF Office Available.

Reasonable.

570-760-1513

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315 PLAZA 1750 & 3200 SF Retail / Office Space Available 570-829-1206

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BACK MOUNTAIN 2 bedroom, 2 bath

home in beautiful rural setting next to Friedman Farms. $1,100 monthly. Call 570-822-2992

KINGSTON

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46 Zerby Ave Sunday 1pm-3pm 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. $134,000, seller will pay closing costs, $5000 down and monthly payments are $995/month.

WALSH REAL ESTATE 570-654-1490

LUZERNE floor, 2 bed-

2nd rooms, living room, eat-in kitchen, wall to wall, washer & dryer. $485 heat included. Security & references required Call 570-288-8012

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

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

WILKES-BARRE MONARCH RENTALS STUDENT HOUSING 3 bedrooms,

all appliances provided.

Call 570-822-7039

WILKES-BARRE Parsons

143 Stucker Ave. 3 Bedroom 1-1/2 Bath. 1,900 square foot Modern Home in Great Neighborhood.

Includes all Appliances.

Large fenced in yard with deck & shed. Off Street Parking. No smokers / pets. $875 / month + utilities. Security, Credit Check & References Required.

570-332-6003

WILKES-BARRE

Whole house for rent. $1300/per month, utilities included, Cal 570-845-224-9151

965

Roommate Wanted

SCRANTON/SOUTH Quiet Block

4 private bedrooms plus shared kitchen & baths, ample closets. $420/month 570-575-6280

971 Vacation & Resort Properties

SPRUCE CREEK, PA 30 minutes from

PSU. 300 ft. + of exclusive fishing, hunting, 8+ acres, log cabin, oil heat, out buildings, pond. $775,000.

By appointment.

Call (717) 919-9222

WILDWOOD CREST

Ocean front, on the Beach. 1 bedroom Condo, pool.

5/6-6/23 $1,250/ week. 06/24 - 9/9 $1,550/week Call 570-693-3525

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GARAGE DOOR

2 Bedroom Cottage in quiet setting. $875 + utilities, security, application & lease.

570-592-1241

SWEET VALLEY Available May 1st

3 bedroom, 2 bath home in quiet,country setting. Large eat in kitchen, full basement. No pets. $800/month + security & utilities. Call (570) 477-3346 or (570) 762-2774

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JOHN’S LAWN SERVICE

Insured.

Reasonable rates.

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941

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MARTIN D. POPKY APARTMENTS 61 E. Northampton St. Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701

• Affordable Senior Apartments • Income Eligibility Required • Utilities Included! • Low cable rates; • New appliances; laundry on site; • Activities!

• Curb side Public Transportation

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

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Over 2,000 vehicles available online.

1057Construction & Building Sales, service, installation & repair.

FULLY INSURED HIC# 065008 CALL JOE (570)606-7489 (570)735-8551

Paving & Excavating

EDWARD’S ALL COUNTY PAVING & SEAL COATING

1000 SERVICE DIRECTORY

1204

MOUNTAINTOP

Tuesday, May 10 & 11

Available immediately, 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, refrigerator and stove provided, washer/dryer hookup, pets ok, Fenced in yard.

Great neighborhood. $725.00/per month, plus utilities, $$725.00/security deposit. Call (570) 239-4102

1093

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PLYMOUTH

Large 1/2 double, off street parking & yard. 2 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, $575 + security. Utilities by tenant. Call 570-690-6289

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CONSTRUCTION

570.654.4220

Up to 7,500 SF Warehouse.

Includes offices and baths. 20’ ceilings.

3 overhead doors with loading dock.

Much paved off street parking.

Reduced to $800-$2,100/mo.

Call 570-885-5919

$675. per month For appointment & further information

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DURYEA

Small 1 bedroom, recently remodeled, heat & water included. $520/month.

Call 570-288-3375

WYOMING

2 APARTMENTS 2 bedroom apt & also 2 room efficiency.

Heat, water, stove & fridge included. Efficiency includes electric.

Near bus stop. $500 & $400/mo.

No smoking or pets.

Security & references required. Call (570) 592-2902

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WILKES-BARRE

PROVINCIAL TOWER - S. MAIN Great Commercial Store Front, & Inside Suites Available Steps from New Intermodal Hub & Public Parking

Starting at $650

utilities included FREE RENT - Call For Details Today!

570-829-1573

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971 Vacation & Resort Properties

971 Vacation & Resort Properties

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Come relax and enjoy great fishing & tranquility at it’s finest.

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