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Cyclists line up at Sickler's Bike and Sports Shop in Clarks Summit as they wait for fellow bicyclists to join them for a weekly group ride.

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Sickler’s organizes community bike rides S. ABINGTON TWP. — Since 1933, Sickler’s Bike and Sports Shop has provided northeast Pennsylvania’s cycling community with bikes and gear. In 2008, Sickler’s opened a second location on Noble Road. Recognized as one of America’s best bike shops by the National Bicycle Dealer’s Association, the business has worked to maintain a level of quality in the bicycles and gear it sells and the professional service it provides. Sickler’s also embraces the community it is a part of. Years ago, the shop began organizing a weekly bike ride so its customers and others in the community could build relationships, share tips and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the region together. Tom Boylan is a sales and customer service rep for Sickler’s. He shared that this summer, the local

shop organized three group rides a week: a hammer ride, a beginner ride and a gravel ride. “All our rides are weather pending,” Boylan said. “We try to kick off our weekly rides in April or May and we will go through the fall. We usually have a barbecue after our Thursday rides. The food is free. We just want people to come and enjoy riding together. The goal is community building and rider engagement.” Boylan said they have riders from the Abingtons but have also had riders come from as far as Shavertown to enjoy the camaraderie and beautiful scenery of the area. “Cyclists enjoy that they can find like-minded individuals,” Boylan said. “If you are a new rider and aren’t sure about certain Please see Bike, Page 12

Ride with Sicklers the following three group bike rides are offered weekly and are free to the public at Sickler’s. All rides start at 5:30 p.m. and leave from Sickler’s Clarks Summit location at 298 noble road. All group rides are ‘no-drop rides,’ meaning the group sticks together; no one is left behind. rides last about two to two-and-a-half hours, and riders return to Sickler’s before the sun goes down. riders should have a road bike, helmet, proper attire and water. to sign up for an email newsletter with notifications about Sickler’s group rides, visit sicklerbikes.com. or, call Sickler’s at 570-587-2453 for more information. Hammer Ride: this ride is offered every tuesday, weather permitting. bicyclists travel at about a 15 mile per hour average pace. this ride has a faster pace and more climbing than the beginner group ride. this ride is geared toward experienced cyclists. Beginner Ride: this ride is good for beginners and intermediate riders. It is offered every Wednesday, weather permitting. Cyclists will travel up to 12 miles per hour on average. Veterans and representatives from Sickler’s go along on this ride, offering help and advice when needed. Gravel Ride: this ride leaves from Sickler’s every thursday, weather permitting. It follows the trolley trail and beyond. this ride is fewer miles than the others and the average pace is 10 miles per hour. thursday’s Gravel ride ends with a cookout at Sickler’s.

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Carnival to welcome school year S. ABINGTON TWP. — Students in the Abington Heights School District will return to the classrooms on Sept. 4. Before they return, they can attend the annual Back-to-School Carnival hosted by members of the National Honor Society Friday, Aug. 23 from 5-8 p.m. at the Abington Heights High School, 222 Noble Road. The event is open to students in the Abington Heights School District, their parents, school administration, faculty and staff. Admission is free. Membership in the National Honor Society is open to eligible juniors and seniors and is based on scholarship, service, leadership and character. During the year, group members carry out various service projects and a food drive around Thanksgiving. “We are very excited to welcome our students back to school,” said Michael Mahon, school district superintendent. “The Back-toSchool Carnival is a great way to bring our community together to celebrate the start of the 2019-2020 school year. “There are many initiatives for 2019-2020 including a unique

There’s something about a brand-new notebook and freshly sharpened pencil that transports me back in time to back-to-school shopping and first days of new grades in elementary school. Perhaps it’s the satisfying “snap” of the tiniest tip of lead as it breaks into powder on first contact with the paper. Maybe it’s the feeling of the painted wood against my fingers. Or, it could be the subtle scent of the paper as I flip through the clean, spiral-bound pages. Most likely, it’s all the above. When 10-year-old me went back-to-school shopping, she gravitated to the whimsical designs of Lisa Frank. My notebooks, pocket folders, pencil case and other school supplies were covered with Lisa Frank’s colorful puppies and gumball machines, dolphins and seals and horses and unicorns. I probably still have a partial sheet of Lisa Frank stickers tucked away in an old shoebox somewhere in my closet. Shopping for these items almost made up for the impending end of summer break. I still take advantage of back-to-school sales to stock up on office supplies. The first draft of this column was written in pencil on my new, teal-colored and glitter-bedazzled notebook. So what if I turn 31 this month? The blingy cover called out from the retail store shelf to my inner child. I sometimes think about that child – my 10-year-old self – and what I would say to her if I really could travel back in time. I suspect most people wish at some point in their lives they could go back and visit their younger selves, warn them of what lies ahead and implore them to do things differently. It’s not that I have regrets – just lessons I wish I’d learned sooner. Lessons I’m still learning. I also wonder what my 70-year-old self would say if she could visit me today. Perhaps it would be some of the same thing’s I’d tell 10-year-old me. Perhaps I’ll pencil them in to my new notebook and see what I think about it in 40 years. Contact the writer: ebaumeister@timesshamrock.com; 570-348-9185; ext. 3492

What’s inside Around the towns ............ 2 Churches ........................ 5 Where am I? ................... 3 Community calendar ....... 2 Schools .......................... 4 Sports ............................ 9 JulIe JeFFery MAnWArren / AbInGton SuburbAn FIle pHoto

Last year’s Back to School Carnival attracted a crowd to the grounds of the Abington Heights High School in South Abington Township. program that will allow senior students to attend Johnson College to major in building trades, a new emotional support class at Abington Heights High School and

the piloting of a new language arts program in grades kindergarten to fifth.” This will be Jen Tarr’s fifth Back-to-School Carnival as the Na-

tional Honor Society advisor. “Each year, our goal is to provide a fun experience that brings our Please see Carnival, Page 12

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR UPCOMING AUG. 22 Dalton Community Open Mic Night: Thursday, Aug. 22, 5-8 p.m. at Dalton Fire Company Station 5, 109 S. Turnpike Road. Poets, comedians, storytellers, musicians, dancers and other performers are invited to participate. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. to allow performers to sign up and prepare for the show. Admission is free and the event is open to all ages. AUG. 23 State Rep. Marty Flynn’s 7th annual Senior Fair: Older residents living in Scranton, South Abington Township and Clarks Green are invited to this free senior fair Friday, Aug. 23, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Scranton High School, 63 Munchak Way There will be a variety of county, state and federal vendors, health screenings, light fare and refreshments, door prizes and more. No RSVP is necessary to attend. For more information, contact Flynn’s office at 570-342-4348. AUG. 24 Step Into the Light: Saturday, Aug. 24, 6 p.m. at Clarks Green Assembly of God, 204 S. Abington Road. Suicide, addiction and mental illness will be discussed in this free event. Mike Gillern will share the personal story of the loss of his son, Jake Gillern, and what sustains him through this fresh experience. Refreshments will follow. For more information, call Mike at 570-6774039 or pastor Dan Miller at 570-586-8286. American Red Cross Blood Drive: Saturday, Aug. 24, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 205 W. Grove St., Clarks Summit. How to donate: download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-7332767) or enable the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa

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Suburban Suburban THE VOICE OF THE ABINGTONS A publication of TimesShamrock Community Newspaper Group 149 Penn Ave Scranton, PA 18503 Phone: 570-348-9185 Fax: 570-207-3448 suburbanweekly@ timesshamrock.com abingtonsuburban.com Managing Editor Elizabeth Baumeister 570-348-9185, ext. 3492 ebaumeister @timesshamrock.com Editor Christopher M. Cornell 570-348-9185, ext. 5414 ccornell@timesshamrock.com Advertising Manager Alice Manley 570-348-9100, ext. 9285 amanley @timesshamrock.com Advertising Account Executive Cali Nataloni 570-348-9100, ext. 5458 cnataloni @timesshamrock.com Photographer Emma Black eblack@timesshamrock.com 570-348-9100, ext. 5447 Contributors Joshua Arp Teri Lyon Julie Jeffery Manwarren Linda Scott The Abington Suburban welcomes all photos and submissions. There is no charge for publication, but all photos and submissions run on a “space available” basis. The editor reserves the right to reject any or all submissions. Deadline for submissions is by noon the Friday before publication date. Opinions of independent columnists do not necessarily reflect those of the Abington Suburban staff.

Echo device to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. People who are at least 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements. Electric City Classic Yoga Saturday, Aug. 24, 8-9 a.m. on the Linden Street side of Courthouse Square in Scranton. Instructors from Jaya Yoga, located in Clarks Summit, Hilary Steinberg and Corrin Rimosites will lead a special outdoor yoga session suitable for all skill levels. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. Bring a mat or towel. Light snacks and beverages will be provided. In lieu of an admission fee, freewill donations in any amount will gladly be accepted with a suggested donation of $10. Ages 13 and older. The event is a fundraiser to benefit the projects of Scranton Tomorrow. AUG. 28 Lakeside Wednesday Concerts series: Wednesday, Aug. 28, 6-8 p.m. at Hillside Park. In this final concert of the series, Friends of the Gypsy with Senator John Blake will perform. Admission is free; donations are accepted for the Dalton Food Pantry. For more information, visit hillsidepark.net or the Hillside Park Facebook page. AUG. 31 Musical entertainment at the VFW: Saturday, Aug. 31, 8 p.m. at Abington Memorial VFW Post 7069. FullCircle will play feel good favorites of the 1950s-’80s. SEPT. 7 Inaugural Fleetville Fall Fair: Saturday, Sept. 7, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Fleetville Volunteer Fire Company of Benton Twp. station and grounds, 58 Firehouse Lane. Features a variety of vendors. Funds raised will go toward a new tanker. Also includes games for the kids and opportunities to get up close and personal with the firefighters and apparatus, a farm animal petting pen, pet rescue and agility demonstration, American flag retirement ceremony, balloon artist and face painting and more. Smoke detectors available while supplies last. For updates and more information, follow the Facebook event page at bit.ly/2ZojF00 or visit fleetvillefireco.com/ fall-fair. Our Lady of the Abingtons Fall Festival: The Church of Our Lady of the Abingtons, 207 Seminary Road, Dalton, will host it’s annual Fall Festival Saturday, Sept. 7, from 5 -11 p.m., featuring a pork barbecue, and Sunday, Sept. 8, from noon to 6 p.m., featuring a chicken barbecue. Live entertainment will be provided by The Quietman on Sunday. The festival also includes plenty of other food, games, silent auctions, white elephant sales, bountiful baskets and other prizes to attempt to win. For more information, visit spolachurch.weebly.com or call 570-351-6842. SEPT. 8 Nicholson Bridge Day: Sunday, Sept. 8, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. along Main Street in Nicholson, Route 11 and Route 92. Includes more than 60 vendors offering arts, crafts, antiques and a variety of foods; basket raffle; children’s activities and games with Keystone College volunteers; and more. For information, call 570942-6747 or 570-942-4481. SEPT. 10 Casino trip: Tuesday, Sept. 10. Clarks Summit Fire Company J.W. Hall Auxiliary bus trip to Tioga

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Downs Casino. $20 includes $30 in free play and $10 food voucher. Leaves Clarks Summit at 9 a.m. and returns by 6:30 p.m. Call 570-586-9656, ext. 4 for reservations and further details. SEPT. 14 ‘Don’t Stop Ballieving’ Kickball Tournament: Saturday, Sept. 14, 9 a.m. at the Clarks Summit United Methodist Church, 1310 Morgan Highway. Cost is $100 per team; funds raised support church projects and needs. For more information, visit bit.ly/303r5pT or call Fred Hawkins at 570862-0755 or Candace McColligan at 570-351-2883. SEPT. 14 & 15 Hometown Heroes Weekend at Roba Family Farms: Free admission to Roba Family Farms, 230 Decker Road, North Abington Township, for members of the U.S. Armed Forces, emergency responders and their immediate families; valid ID required. Flag raising ceremony at 11:30 a.m. National anthem performance by Tierney Joyce and Chloe Joyce. Features farm attractions and special events. For more information, visit robafamilyfarms.com. SEPT. 20 Harry McGrath Memorial Golf Tournament & Dinner Celebration: The Greater Scranton YMCA will host the Inaugural Harry McGrath Memorial Golf Tournament and Dinner Celebration Friday, Sept. 20, 1:30 p.m. at Glen Oak Country Club, 250 Oakford Road, Clarks Summit. Registration begins at 10 a.m. A dinner celebration will begin with cocktails at 6 p.m. and dinner at 7:30 p.m. Entertainment will be provided by Black Tie Stereo. For more info or to register, visit conta.cc/2OvkDTO or contact Betsy McGrath Ardizoni at 570-768-6118.

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ONGOING/REMINDERS THROUGH SEPT. 10 Abington Art Studio exhibit: The work of Abington Art Studio students is the focus of a gallery exhibit running through Sept. 10 at The Gathering Place, 304 S. State St., Clarks Summit. Open gallery hours: Tuesdays through Fridays, noon to 4 p.m. for the remainder of the exhibit. For more information, visit gatheringplacecs.org. Abington Heights Class of 1969 reunion: The committee is seeking contact information including telephone, email and residential address, along with any other pertinent information, for those interested in a 50th reunion this year. Email your info or questions to: khick07@comcast. net or call 570-881-3186. Community garden volunteers sought: This season’s Waverly Community Garden continues to share fresh produce with local food pantries and other programs. Anyone interested in volunteering to help with the garden can sign up on its Facebook page at bit.ly/2KzuhBi. State Rep. Outreach: A staff member from state Rep. Marty Flynn’s office will provide outreach assistance from 9 a.m. to noon on the third Wednesday of the month, alternating between the Clarks Green Borough Building, 104 N. Abington Road and the South Abington Township Building’s second-floor meeting room, 104 Shady Lane Road in Chinchilla. Flynn’s staff can help with PennDOT paperwork, LIHEAP winter heating assistance, unemployment compensation, workers’ compensation, PACE/ PACENET prescriptiondrug coverage, unclaimed property searches and any other state-related matter. Call 570-342-4348 for more information. Reach the Suburban: 570348-9185; suburbanweekly@ timesshamrock.com

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COURT NOTES PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS ■ Conor K. and Ellen K. Malone, South Abington Twp., to Brittany and Lindsey Marie Fortese, Dunmore; a property at 1530 Quincy Ave., Dunmore, for $182,000. ■ Marlene Muklewicz to Henry J., Margaret E. and Ellen C. Sallusti; two parcels in Clarks Summit for $137,500. ■ Catherine Banull, Scranton; George J. Brittain, Clarks Summit; Ronald L. Addis, administrator of the estate of Mary C. Addis, Clarks Summit; James G. Brittain, Clarks Summit; Elizabeth Butler, Clarks Green; Thomas Brittain, by his attorney in fact, George J. Brittain; Joan Stambach, by her attorney in fact, George J. Brittain; William Brittain, by his attorney in fact, George J. Brittain, to Randy C. Marzani, Glenburn Twp.; a property at 394 N. Gravel Pond Road, Glenburn Twp., for $165,000. ■ John C. Kutkowski, Glenburn Twp., to Gustavo Weislher Andrade, Glenburn Twp.; a property at 114 Ruth Ave., Glenburn Twp., for $120,000. ■ Karen Muir, executrix of the estate of Irene H. Armstrong, also known as Irene Armstrong, South Abington Twp., to Kadri, Ismeta and Enis Murtaj, South Abington Twp.; a property at 1200 Layton Road, South Abington Twp., for $162,500. ■ Brian J. and Kellee Tinsley, Lackawanna County, to Jason Thomas, Lackawanna County; a property at 509 Carnation Drive, Clarks Summit, for $274,600. ■ Linda Mangiola, executrix of the estate of Jerry Drake, also known as Jerry Dale Drake, and William T. Hughes, to Ricky S. Kinney; a property at West Grove Street, Clarks Summit, for $67,000. ■ Susan Botscheller, Clarks Green, to Christopher P. and Vicki L. Heffran, Clarks Summit; a property at 137 Tedrick St., Clarks Green, for $145,000. ■ Leta L. Stoeckel, agent for Esther Stoeckel, Lackawanna County, to Papp Real Estate Holding LLC, Clarks Summit; a property at 225 Clark Ave., Clarks Summit, for $55,000. ■ Patrick J. and Lorayne Ferguson, South Abington Twp., to Bryan M. and Candice M. Reinhardt Stephens, Clarks Green; a property at 804 Fairview Road, South Abington Twp., for $272,000. ■ Timothy D. and Rebecca Batluck, Downingtown, Angela L., David J. and Cynthia L. Batluck, Lancaster, to

Christopher S. and Nikole A. Capozzi, Waverly Twp.; a property at Baylors Lake, Benton Twp., for $295,000. ■ Steven and Jacquelyn Marshalek, South Abington Twp., to Michael B. and Mallory L. Devaney, Clarks Summit; a property at 213 Butternut Lane, South Abington Twp., for $260,000. ■ Thomas J. Hashem Jr., Dalton, to Michael J. and Ayana N. Doran; a property at 416 E. Main St., Dalton, for $335,000. ESTATES FILED ■ James Skrutski, 218 N. Main Ave., Scranton, letters of administration to attorney John T. O’Malley, 109 E. Grove St., Clarks Summit. ■ Florence Dainty, also known as Florence A. Dainty, 2022 Newton Ransom Blvd., Clarks Summit, letters testamentary to Frank Krinock, same address. ■ Florita Herne, also known as Florita S. Herne, 950 Morgan Highway, South Abington Twp., letters testamentary to Sheila Ferraro, 2741 NW 5th Terrace, Cape Coral, Fla. ■ Richard D. Evarts, 20 Chapman Lake Road, Scott

Twp., letters of administration to Storm L. Chellino, same address. ■ Lillian M. Doyle, 150 Edella Road, Clarks Summit, letters testamentary to William R. Doyle, 1138 Chantilly Rise, Atlanta, Ga. MARRIAGE LICENSES ■ Bradley Alan Albrecht and Ilene Leilene Raguckas, both of South Abington Twp. ■ Michael Stefonetti and Jean M. Monaco, both of South Abington Twp. ■ Joann Granza and Kenneth Joseph Decker, both of South Abington Twp. ■ Jeremy D. Burgess and Natalia Lucille Billings, both of Clarks Summit. ■ Guido Robert Laporta III, North Abington Twp., and Brianna Elizabeth Damich, West Newton. ■ Spencer Steven Liddic and Ashley Lauren Abda, both of Clarks Summit. ■ Rachael Leigh Pry and Anthony David Pizano, both of South Abington Twp. ■ Mary Lynn Kristyniak, Scranton, and Edward Shirtz Jr., Clarks Summit. ■ Luke Harrison and Kristin Marie Prevish, both of Clarks Summit.

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The new school year is right around the corner, and so is back-to-school bedtime. After a summer of staying up late and sleeping in, Abington Heights students have only until Sept. 4. Here’s the bottom line: the National Sleep Foundation says children ages 3-5 should get 10 to 13 hours of sleep each night. Those ages 6-13 need 9 to 11 hours of nightly slumber and those ages 14-17 need 8 to 10 hours. Sleep-deprived children during the school year run the risk of poor concentration, lower grades and illness that results in absenteeism. Tell that to a kid in August who is challenging her brother to a video game rematch at midnight or is glued to an allnight Harry Potter marathon on TV. Let’s face it. Kids want to hang on to summer as long as possible, and so do parents for

the most part. Because back to school for parents means back to supervising homework and driving their kids to extracurricular activities, not to mention waking up their darlings every morning. I know two kinds of school parents – the ones who believe their children should stay on their summer vacation schedule until they are literally in the classroom, and those who are so organized that they have their kids ready for the new school year by the Fourth of July. I have tried it both ways through the years and I don’t think either extreme is ideal. If you put off a bedtime schedule until the night before school, you’re going to flunk out. It will take at least a week until your child can get into a productive routine of paying attention in class, handling his or her homework and balancing an extracurricular activ-

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Rachel Hitchcock off to dreamland. ity or two, or five. But if you start a strict school regimen too early you are cutting their vacation too short. They’ve waited a whole year for summer; they might as well enjoy it to the max. The best thing is to start requiring your children go to sleep earlier a week or two before school, gradually. Start with 15 minutes earlier than Please see Summer, Page 12

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introduce students to a culture different from their own as a way of helping them grow into globally minded citizens. The program, titled “Czech Anaclara Quintilliano of History and Theatre,” conClarks Summit, who attended Geisinger common- trasts the art and culture of Abington Heights Middle Cesky Krumlov’s medieval School, is among the 22 rising wealth school of history with the modern Medicine names high school students who dynamic of the EU nation. entered The University of second cohort of From the Holy Roman Scranton’s University of Sucabigail Geisinger Empire, to the Holocaust, to cess program. scholars the Velvet Revolution, stuThe four-year, pre-college mentorship program began Geisinger Commonwealth dents gained an in-depth look at the history of a nation for the new participants with School of greatly shaped by its social a two-week summer institute, Medicine leaders and protestors in the which took place on the uni(GCSOM) versity’s campus in July. announced 10 performing arts. Students attended the lectures of artDuring the two-week sumnew doctorsists and activists, participated mer institute, students particin-training ipated in hands-on physics have commit- in theatrical workshops and classes where they learned evans ted to staying toured historical sites such as how physics is applied to harin the region Lidice Memorial and Museum, as well as two of the largness wind energy. They also to practice est castles in Europe. visited the university’s Loyola medicine by McKnight is a creative Science Center for a lesson becoming writing and theatre major in that included live turtles, torpart of the the Class of 2020. He is a 2016 toises and a snake. The stuinnovative graduate of Commonwealth dents participated in service Abigail GeisParry Connections Academy High projects and went on excuringer ScholSchool. sions to the Pocono Environars Program. Study Away is an integral mental Education Center and Abigail Geisinger Scholars part of a Susquehanna educaDorney Park. pay no tuition in exchange for tion, which requires all stuFollowing the summer an obligation to work at Geisdents to spend at least two institute, the students will inger once they finish resiweeks off campus, immersed return to the university’s dency. Among the program in a culture different from campus one Saturday every recipients are two Clarks their own. Students reflect month throughout their four Summit residents, Rachel upon their experiences when years in high school. Evans and Matthew Parry. they return, guided by faculty The University of Success The program selects stumembers and coursework is designed for students to dents through a competitive that promotes discovery and develop the skills needed to successfully gain acceptance application process. Selection personal growth. Susquehanto college. Students enter the criteria includes demonstrat- na students can choose from Study Away programs, rangprogram at the completion of ed financial need, academic ing from a few weeks to as the eighth grade and continue merit, diversity and predictors of whether the applicant long as a semester, in 50 differthrough their high school is likely to stay in the region ent countries. years. The program offers Geisinger serves. enrichment courses in study local residents skills, SAT prep, public speak- south abington twp. accepted into the ing, math, science, art and student Business leadership cultural activities, as well as participates in financial aid and wellness honors Program at seminars. susquehanna univer- the university of The University of Success, sity’s study away scranton offered free of charge to parprogram Two Abington-area resiticipants, is funded almost Steven McKnight of South dents were accepted into The entirely by corporate and University of Scranton’s foundation grants. Donors to Abington Township was one of 16 students from SusqueKania School of Management the program include AT&T, Charles A. Frueauff Founda- hanna University who recent- Business Leadership Honors ly studied in the Czech Repub- Program for the fall semester: tion, Dime Bank, Fidelity Grace Gallagher of Dalton, lic as part of the university’s Deposit and Discount Bank, majoring in accounting Kuehner Family Foundation, Global Opportunities (GO) Dagny Rippon of South MetLife Foundation, Overprogram. GO experiences look Estate Foundation, Peoples Security Bank and Trust, Prudential Foundation, Scranton Area Foundation, Waste Management, Weis Markets and Wells Fargo.

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local student participates in royal experience summer internship program Jordan Oakey of South Abington Township was among 12 University of Scranton students selected from a competitive pool for a stipend of up to $4,000 to support their participation in a meaningful unpaid internship for the summer of 2019. The program is funded by the philanthropy of the University’s Parents’ Executive Council and the donations of alumni and

friends of the University. Students receiving support are writing about their internship experiences in a blog published on The University’s Gerard R. Roche Center for Career Development webpage. Oakey, majoring in liberal studies, was a museum registrar at the Everhart Museum.

wilkes university welcomes more than 500 students into the university’s newest class Incoming students at Wilkes University include Jakob Fusik of Dalton, Rebecca Gawrys of Clarks Green, Nathan Van Fleet of Clarks Summit, Jack Wasko of Clarks Summit and Alexa Boersma of Clarks Summit.

local GovernMents the municipal building.

Address: Glenburn township PO Box 29 Address: Fleetville, PA 18420 PO Box 694 Phone: 54 Waterford Road 570-563-2661 Dalton, PA 18414 Fax: Phone: 570-563-2664 570-563-1177 Website: Fax: bentontwp.com 570-563-2250 Ofﬁce hours: Email: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to glenburntwp@comcast.net 1 p.m. or by appointment. Ofﬁce hours: Municipal meetings: Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m. to First Wednesday, 7 p.m. at noon the Benton Community Center. Municipal meetings: Planning commission meetThird Monday, 7:30 p.m. at ings: the municipal building. Fourth Monday, 7 p.m. Planning commission meetat the Benton Community ings: Center. First Wednesday, 7 p.m., as needed at the municipal clarks Green building.

Borough

Address: 104 North Abington Road Clarks Green, PA 18411 Phone: 570-586-4446 Fax: 570-586-6896 Email: contact@clarksgreen.info Website: clarksgreen.info Ofﬁce hours: Weekdays: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Municipal meetings: Work session on ﬁrst Wednesday, council meeting on third Wednesday, both at 7 p.m. at the municipal building. Planning committee meetings: At the call of the chairman at the municipal building.

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304 S. State St. Clarks Summit, PA 18411 Phone: 570-586-9316 Fax: 570-586-3024 Email: clarkssummitmanager@ gmail.com Website: clarkssummitboro.org Ofﬁce Hours: Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Council meetings: First Wednesday, 7 p.m. at the municipal building. Planning committee meetings: Third Wednesday, 7 p.m. at the municipal building.

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Abington Township earned a Bachelor of Science from Millikin University during the university’s 115th commencement ceremony on May 19 at the Decatur Civic Center in Decatur, Illinois.

Address: P.O. Box 95 105 W. Main St. Dalton, PA 18414 Phone: 570-563-1800 Fax: 570-563-2219 Email: daltonboro@comcast.net Website: daltonboro.com Ofﬁce Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Municipal meetings: Second Thursday, 7 p.m. at the municipal building. Planning committee meetings: Fourth Monday, 7 p.m. at

la Plume township

Address: 2080 Hickory Ridge Road, Factoryville, PA 18419 Phone: 570-945-5438 E-mail: laplumetwp@yahoo. com Ofﬁce hours: By appointment Municipal meetings: Second Thursday, 6 p.m. at the Municipal building. Planning commission meetings: Third Thursday as needed, 7:30 p.m. at the Municipal Building.

newton township

Address: 1528 Newton-Ransom Blvd. Clarks Summit, PA 18411 Ofﬁce Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Phone: 570-587-1520 Fax: 570-587-1674 Website: newton-township.com Email: newtontwp@epix.net Municipal meetings: Second Monday, 6:30 p.m. at the municipal building. Planning commission meetings: Last Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. at the municipal building.

north abington township

Address: P.O. Box 462 138 Sullivan Rd North Abington Township, PA 18414 Ofﬁce hours: By appointment Phone: 570-563-2385, 570-8810166 Fax: 570-414-0524 Email: info@northabingtontownship.org Website: northabingtontownship.org Municipal meetings: First Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. at the Township Building 1720 Abington Road. Planning committee meetings: Fourth Monday as needed, 7:30 p.m. at the Township

Building.

ransom township

Address: 2435 Hickory Lane Clarks Summit, PA 18411 Phone: 570-586-7250 Fax: 570-587-7021 Email: ransom2435@epix.net Website: ransomtownship.com Ofﬁce Hours: Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Saturday by appointment. Municipal meetings: First Monday, 6 p.m. at the municipal building Planning commission meetings: Third Monday, 6:30 p.m. at the municipal building.

south abington township

Address: PO Box 259 104 Shady Lane Road Chinchilla, PA 18410 Phone: 570-586-2111 Fax: 570-586-5448 Email: doneill@southabingtonpa.gov Website: southabingtonpa.gov Ofﬁce hours: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., weekdays Municipal meetings: Second Monday, 7 p.m., at the municipal building. Planning commission meetings: Fourth Thursday, 7 p.m. at the municipal building.

waverly township

Address: P.O. Box 8 Lake Henry Drive Waverly, PA 18471 Phone: 570-586-0111 Fax: 570-586-0701 Email: waverlytownship@comcast. net Website: waverlytwp.com Ofﬁce Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Municipal meetings: Second and last Mondays, 6 p.m., at the municipal building (variations in January, May and December). Planning commission meetings: Second Thursday, 7 p.m. at the Municipal building.

west abington township

Address: 2545 Bald Mountain Road Clarks Summit, PA 18411 Phone: 570-586-6489 Fax: 570-587-1674 Email: WATSEC@frontier.com Ofﬁce Hours: By appointment Municipal meetings: First Tuesday, 7 p.m. at Dalton Fire Hall. Planning commission meetings: As needed.

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AreA church services Bethel united Methodist 2337 Falls Road, Dalton. Sunday service, 9:30 a.m. Pastor is Janelle Moser.

chinchilla united Methodist 411 Layton Road: Sunday Service 10 a.m. Sunday school/teen program during Sunday service. Pastor is Charles Consagra. 570-5872578.

church of the epiphany 25 Church Hill, Glenburn Township. Quiet, no-music Communion service on Saturdays at 5 p.m. with a pot luck supper on the ﬁrst Saturday of each month. Sunday morning Communion service is at 11 a.m. with hymns both old and new. Sunday School is at 9:30 a.m. 570-563-1564, epiphanyglenburn.org; cote@epix. net. Rev. Lou Divis, priest-incharge.

the church of Jesus christ of Latter-day saints 505 Grifﬁn Pond Road, South Abington Township. Sunday sacrament meetings at 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Bishop Brian Traweek presides. 570-903-3237; briantraweek@gmail.com

clarks Green Assembly of God 204 S. Abington Road, Clarks Green. Sundays: worship services at 9 and 11 a.m., preschool church and childcare at 9 a.m., Rooted Kids, preschool church and childcare at 11 a.m. Tuesdays: DivorceCare at 7 p.m. Wednesdays: Rooted Youth at 6:30 p.m. and GriefShare, adult studies, Rooted Kids and childcare at 7 p.m. Senior pastor: Dan Miller. Associate/worship pastors: Michael and Denise Warner. 570-586-8286, clarksgreenassembly@gmail.com, cgassembly.com.

clarks Green united Methodist 119 Glenburn Road. Sunday worship: 10 a.m., Sunday school during the service. Prayer meeting: Wednesdays, 10 a.m. Christian book study: Mondays at 7 p.m. 570-586-8946. Pastor is Rev. John Bondhus.

clarks summit united Methodist 1310 Morgan Highway. Sunday services: 8 and 10 a.m. with live streaming of the 10 a.m. service on the church’s Facebook page. Contact: 570-587-2571; secretary1310@comcast. net; clarkssummitumc.com. Rev. Andy Weidner is pastor.

countryside community 14011 Orchard Drive in Clarks Summit. Sunday school 9 a.m. Worship service Sundays, 10 a.m. Mondays: Bible study, 10 a.m. Prayer Group, 11:30 a.m. Second Tuesdays: Warm Hugs Outreach, 9 a.m. Wednesdays: Choir, 7 p.m. Thursdays: Bible study, 10 a.m. 570-587-3206. countrysideofﬁce@yahoo.com. countryside-church.org. Rev. Mark Terwilliger is pastor.

crossroads meets at Nichols Village Hotel, 1101 Northern Blvd., South Abington Township. Sunday Worship Gathering is at 10 a.m. Jamie Overholser is lead pastor. 570-6503784. crossroadschurchnepa.com.

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300 School Street, Clarks Summit. Worship service: Sunday at 10 a.m. Nursery is available. Wednesdays: 5:30 p.m. chapel choir (for young children); 6:15 p.m. The WAY Christian education program for adults and children; 7:15 p.m. teen and adult choir; 8:30 p.m. teen and adult bell choir. 570586-6306; ofﬁce@fpccs.org; fpccs.org. Rev. William G. Carter is pastor.

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207 Seminary Road, Dalton. Mass schedule: Saturday, 6 p.m. and Sunday, 8:30 a.m. Email: spolachurch@gmail.com www.spolachurch.weebly.com.

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st. Patrick 205 Main St. in Nicholson. Mass schedule: Saturday, 4 p.m. and Sunday, 11 a.m. Email: spolachurch@gmail. com. spolachurch.weebly. com.

trinity Lutheran 205 W. Grove St. in Clarks Summit. Sunday worship: 8:15 a.m. contemporary worship service and 10 a.m. traditional worship service. Interim pastor is George J. Mathews. ofﬁce@TrinityLutheranCS. Church ofﬁce: 570-587-1088. Preschool: 570-586-5590. TrinityLutheranCS.com.

11 Pine Tree Drive, Dalton. Sunday service 10:30 a.m. (nursery provided). Sunday school/Bible study for all waverly ages, 9:30 a.m. Bible study community and prayer meeting, Wednes101 Carbondale Road. 10 day, 7 p.m. Pastor is David a.m. Sundays: Badge of HonHarris. 570-563-2206. or, ages 2 to 12, to help chilheritage Baptist dren grow in their character, understanding of the Bible 415 Venard Road, Clarks and relationship with Jesus Summit. Sunday service 9 Christ. 10 a.m. Sundays: a.m. Heritage Kids (babies Sunday school. 11 a.m. - 4th grade), 9-11:45 a.m. Sundays: worship service, Adult and student classes, 7 p.m. Wednesdays: House 10:45 a.m. Glenn Amos is pastor. 570-587-2543, info@ Church. Contact the church for the location. Pastor is the wearehbc.com, wearehbc. Rev. James Cohen. 570-587com. 2280. james@waverlycomhillside haven munitychurch.org.

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(Formerly Summit Baptist Bible Church) 232 Noble Road S. Abington Twp. Worship services Sundays, 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Services: Student Ministries Grades 6-12; 6:30 p.m – 8:30 p.m. Lead Pastor is Don Roe. 570-586-335. Website: summitbaptist.org. Email: sbbc@summitbaptist-

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clubs and the like were always held after school. The coaches/moderators remained behind for a time, in order that Sundays were always a “free day” for whatever the student needed – including rest. Also, in those days, religious education classes for public school Catholic students were either held on Saturday mornings, or the students were bused to their respective parishes after school by buses supplied by the local school district. By the 1990s, when I directed a religious education program in a Roman Catholic diocese outside of the area, parents would rarely sign up their post-confirmation children for religious education. Instead, they asked if the student wanted to attend. When the student said “no,” the parent would reply, “Well, I’m not going to force him or her to go if he or she doesn’t want to go.” The pre-confirmation children would attend (until they received the sacrament), never to be seen afterwards. Let’s imagine this same scenario – but this time, the parent is signing up his or her child or children for

math. The child says he or she does not want to take math in seventh grade. How many parents do we know who would say, “well, I’m not going to force him or her to take math if he or she doesn’t want to take it?” I would think few, if any, would agree to such an approach to education. And yet, the tenets learned in math class will be helpful – for some years. When the person dies, he or she will no longer need math. However, if that same child was not taught the tenets of the faith and instead lived a life based on personal morality (if such a thing exists), the result may be devastating to the soul, which is immortal. This fall, as our youth reenter classrooms across the Abingtons, let one of those classrooms be one with a door to the religious education/Sunday school class. May God bless them and their faithful teachers and grant them the wisdom and love that only God can bestow. Marianne C. Sailus, BCC is a member of the Abington Ecumenical Ministerium and chaplain, spiritual care and bereavement coordinator for Allied Services Hospice.

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Waverly resident named Cancer Survivors Day chair SCRANTON — Travis Davis was named chair for the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute’s 27th Annual Cancer Survivors Day. Cancer Survivors Day is a dual-location event set for Saturday, Sept. 21 at McDade Park in Scranton and Saturday, Sept. 28 at Kirby Park in Wilkes-Barre from 10 a.m. to noon. Admission is free; preregistration is encouraged. The events feature the Circle of Survivors, an activity during which every person in attendance has the opportunity to say a few words about his or her experience with cancer. Conversation and light refreshments provide an additional opportunity for connection and support. Cancer survivors, their families and friends, as well as caregivers and healthcare professionals are invited to attend. For more informa-

tion, visit cancernepa.org or call the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute at 570-9417984. Davis is the administrator of transitional rehab at Allied Services Integrated Health System. Previous to his current role, he was involved with the implementation and expansion of hospice services, in development of a community-based palliative care program and focuses on strategic planning with senior-level management to build successful clinical programs across the continuum of care. His personal goal is to develop the best possible clinical pathways to meet the care needs of the chronically ill and aged. Davis received his undergraduate degree in finance from Saint Joseph’s University and graduate degree in healthcare administration from The University of

Scranton. He is a licensed nursing h o m e administrator and part-time dAvis faculty member of The University of Scranton’s Health Administration and Human Resources Department. In 2017, he received a certificate in nonprofit leadership from The University of Scranton. Davis sits on the Community Council at the Children’s Advocacy Center of NEPA and is a member of the Center to Advance Palliative Care, National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization and UNICO National Scranton Chapter. He resides in Waverly Township with his wife, Lauren and son, Hayden.

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As yet another school year commences, students across the Abingtons – and the nation – will be entering, or reentering classrooms in order dalton united to learn essential lessons our Lady of the Methodist that will carry beyond the snows Parish 125 S. Turnpike Road confines of the school into Pastor: Msgr. Joseph G. in Dalton. Sunday school: the world. Quinn. Email: info@olspar9:30 a.m. Sunday service: These used to be called the ish.net. Website: olsparish. 11 a.m. The food cupboard “three R’s’ – reading, ‘riting net. serves the Abington area (Writing), and ‘rithmetic ■ Our Lady of the Snows Mondays at 6 p.m. Dona(mathematics). These three tions of non-perishable foods Church, 301 S. State St., are the gateway to success Clarks Summit. Weekday are always welcome. 570for years to come, if masMass at 12:10 p.m., Confes563-2789. tered correctly. sions at 5 p.m. Saturdays. But there is yet another east Benton united Weekend Masses: Saturday “R” which begins anew in 5:30 p.m., Sunday 7 a.m., Methodist churches across the area 9:30 a.m., 11:15 a.m. 200 Jordan Hollow Road ■ Church of St. Benedict, this fall. That is the religious in Dalton. Sunday worship 1849 Newton Ransom Blvd., education of our youth. NevService 9 a.m. Adult Sunday ertheless, it is often the forNewton Township, Confesschool at 8:15 a.m. Pastor sions at 3:15 p.m. Saturgotten ‘R,’ as it takes a back is Mark E. Obrzut Sr. 570days. Weekend Masses: Sat- seat to many other activities. 563-2370. urday 4 p.m., Sunday 8 a.m., I admit that I grew up in 11 a.m. evangelical Free a time when Pennsylvania still had blue laws, and there Bible Parker hill was very little activity on 431 Carbondale Road, 607 North Abington Road, Sunday except for worship South Abington Township. Clarks Summit. Worship ser- and perhaps dining out with Sunday services: Prayer, vices Sundays, 9:30 and family. As the years pro8:30 a.m.; Sunday school 11:15 a.m. Lead pastor gressed, however, anything and small groups, 9 a.m.; is Mark Stuenzi. 570-586and everything was fair worship, 10:15 a.m. 5700646 parkerhill@parkerhill. game for Sunday, and the di586-5557. Website: EFBC. org. parkerhill.org. minishing number of youth family. st. Gregory in religious education/CCD/ First Baptist of Sunday school classes is eviParish Abington dence of this. 330 N. Abington Road When I was in school, 1216 N. Abington Road, in Clarks Green. Weekday practices for athletic teams, Waverly. Sunday worship: 11 Mass: 7 a.m. Reconcilation a.m. Adult or youth Sunday 4-4:45 p.m. Saturday. Weekschool: 10 a.m. Pastor is end Masses: 5 p.m. SaturDon Hickey. 570-587-4492. day, 8 and 10 a.m. and noon Sunday. Rev. John M. Lapera First is pastor. 570-587-4808. Presbyterian of churchofstgreg@gmail.com.

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Sandy street trees My extended family has rented a property along Bay Avenue in Ocean City, New Jersey for several years. For a couple of years, however, our regular visits were interrupted. It seemed like the blink of an eye, but in the time we were gone, the original Cape Cod house was replaced by a modern two-story structure lifted up on pilings to reduce flood risk. I spent a few days at the new house recently. As my municipal-arborist self sat on the porch with my family, I found myself answering tree questions: “What’s wrong with the new maple tree?” “What’s wrong with the neighboring pear?” It occurred to me that both of the maple trees in the photo had been recently planted. It was then that I put two and two together and, with a smile, remembered Ocean City’s smart tree ordinance. The ordinance applies to both new construction and reconstruction. It appears, then, that any significant addition to a house will require the preservation or planting of street trees. Street trees are to be planted 25 to 30 feet apart, with appropriate clearance from infrastructure. If you look in the photo, you can also see that while the old pear in the foreground has no “planting bed,” the new maples beyond it have square planting beds. This is in keeping with the ordinance, which goes so far as to require that planting beds be sized at least one foot larger than the root ball at the time of planting. Why does all of this matter? Well, if trees matter to the well-being of a municipality, due to the enforcement of the ordinance, Ocean City’s tree inventory just grew by two trees, and it did not cost the city any funds or effort beyond enforcement. So, how did they do with this planting? First of all,

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CLARKS GREEN —Cub Scout Pack 251 will hold its annual registration drive Wednesday, Aug. 28 from 6-7:30 p.m. by the pond at Hillside Park. Kids will have the opportunity to fish with other Cub Scouts and meet den leaders to learn more about the program.

The pack will also have registration nights at the C l a rk s G re e n U n i t e d Methodist Church, 119 Glenburn Road, on Sept. 5, 6 and 11, from 6-7:30 p.m. Boys and girls in kindergarten through fifth grade or 5-10 years of age will participate in many age-appropriate and fun

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Recently planted maple trees in Ocean City, New Jersey. one of the trees died. Because the ordinance requires that newly planted trees survive for 24 months, this tree will be replaced. Why did the tree die? Ocean city has salt and sand hazards for trees, so only some trees can grow. But these trees have red maple genes in them, and red maples are native to Ocean City. The sandy soil does not hold water, so they have to be irrigated through to establishment. But what about the location? Red maples are not on the “street tree approved” list, especially not under power lines. So these forgiveness-is-easier-than-permis-

sion trees will need special pruning for a 10-foot buffer to remain away from the lines. Finally, what happened to the pear? Aside from the obvious unhealthy pruning cuts, it looks like when the sidewalk was repaired, some equipment accidentally removed 40% of its trunk bark. How would you look if your calories were permanently cut by that much? So the pear will probably also need to be replaced. Joshua Arp is an ISA-certified municipal specialist, Clarks Summit’s municipal arborist and an operator of an organic lawn and landscape maintenance business. Reach him at josarhuap@aol.com.

On the grounds of the Lake Winola United Methodist Church Live Christian Music Mike Lewis from Nashville, TN 2:00 – 3:00 Mill City Assembly of God Praise Band from Mill City, PA 3:30 – 4:30 The Cedar Routes from Allentown, PA 5:00 – 6:00 Stephen Perillo and the Followers from Shavertown, PA 6:30 – 7:30 Movie: “God Bless the Broken Road” by the Campfire 8:00 – 10:00 A free will offering will be taken to offset band expenses. The Balloon Lady from 3:00 – 6:00 making free balloon creations for the kids Model “A” Club of Northeast PA from 1:00 – dusk Dunk the Pastor – Dunk pastors from around the area.

Craft Fair / Yard Sale starting at 1:00 Chicken BBQ 4:00 - 7:00 Presale Tickets available Tickets are $10.00 presale / $12.00 day of (for full dinner) Call Mark at 570-351-7365 for tickets. (Chicken, Potato, Coleslaw, Roll, Baked Beans, Drink, Dessert)

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A giant challenge BY JOBY FAWCETT STAFF WRITER

CLARKS SUMMIT — Casey Knott, while scrolling through Instagram, came across a post from Saquan Barkley about a challenge the New York Giants star running back posed to fans. He found it intriguing. An NFL fan and Abington Heights football junior receiver, he gathered three of his friends and teammates, Griffin McGinley, Connor Dempsey and Will Stevens. They accepted. They submitted their video to the NFL and came away as the overall winner. The group will spend the day at New York Giants camp and will meet Barkley as part of their prize. “I sent it to my friends and they thought it would be cool,” Knott said. “Barkley is one of the most famous players now and we thought it would be great to meet him, so we entered and won. “That is going to be cool, because I think we get to work out with the whole team and with him. ” In May, Barkley’s “Quad Squad Quad Challenge” was part of the NFL’s “Experiences of a Lifetime” campaign designed to celebrate the league’s 100th season, according to the New York Giants website. Fans entered the contest by submitting videos on Twitter or Instagram completing Barkley’s challenge and used the hashtag #NFL100Contest by June 4. The challenge included first, the bottle flip challenge, then the planking challenge, the flossing challenge and the mannequin challenge.

And contestants needed to complete a lunge hold for 10 seconds with each leg, 10 seconds squats with no weight, 10 seconds of jump squats and finally 20 second squat hold. Barkley posted a challenge video showing the requirements for contestants to receive the training session with him. K n o t t , M c G i n l e y, Dempsey and Stevens not only completed the challenge, they got creative. Using the Rocky movie theme song as the backdrop, the group’s film showed the bottle flip being completed by Knott in a parking lot, then the camera pans to the Penn Paper tower with a Dunder Mufflin sign appearing which referenced the hit NBC comedy “The Office.” Then, McGinley performed the planking challenge on the top of the fence that surrounds the Abington Heights athletic fields. Stevens executed the flossing challenge, which is a popular dance where you “start by standing with your feet shoulder-width apart and your hands at your sides in fists. Next, swing your arms out to one side, and then swing them in the opposite direction so one arm is behind your body and the other is in front.” Dempsey stood motionless in the mannequin challenge imitating the pose of the pirate statue in front of Cooper’s Seafood Restaurant in Scranton. It was a winner. “I was really surprised we won,” said McGinley, who submitted the winning video. “We are just a bunch of kids who had some fun with it. It was pretty challenging.

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Abington Heights players, from left: Griffin McGinley, Connor Dempsey, Will Stevens and Casey Knott recently won an NFL-sponsored contest. “It took three days to do the video.” All four executed the squat exercise challenges on the Abington Heights High School athletic field. “It was a quick workout,” Dempsey said. “But it was obviously a tough workout. You would expect nothing less from Saquan Barkley. “It was very rewarding.” With the win, the team will visit the New York Giants facility, watch a practice and meet Barkley on Aug. 25. “I am just excited to meet the players and see the facilities,” said Stevens, who confirmed all four are huge Barkley fans.

Special occasions Mid Valley is celebrating its 50th season of varsity football in 2019. As part of the ceremony, which includes the team wearing a white No. 50 on its

blue helmets, the Sept. 14 game at Spartan Stadium against Susquehanna will be a 1 p.m. start. The school district will honor the first team which took the field in 1970 and had a record of 2-6. Mid Valley played one game in 1969, losing to Weatherly, 24-0. Interestingly, Susquehanna is recognizing its 1970 reboot of the program, by wearing white helmets just as the 1970 team did. Susquehanna sponsored football from 1919 to 1936, and fielded a team again in 1970 when the Sabers finished 2-8. Valley View is doing an acknowledgment this fall, too. The Cougars concluded 50 years of football in 2018 and this year’s team will have a gold No. 50 inside the white paw on the team helmets. In 1969, Valley View formed with the jointure of Blakely, Archbald and Jes-

sup High Schools. The Cougars finished 9-1-1 in 1969 and won the Big 11 championship.

D2 playoff change With GAR and Meyers combining with Coughlin to form Wilkes-Barre Area for the 2019 season, which is the second year of a two-year cycle, the District 2 Committee adjusted the District 2 playoff format in Class 3A. The exodus of two programs left only seven competing schools in Class 3A, so the district will have six qualifiers with the No. 1 and No. 2 seeds receiving byes, District 2 football chairman Mike Ognosky said. It is possible, depending on the state playoff bracket and number of District 2 schools falling into the 4A classification for the 2020-2021 seasons, that class could also move to a six-team format with byes to the top two seeds.

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CLIPBOARD Basketball: Keystone College men’s basketball program will hold a clinic and prospect camp on Sept. 2021. Additional information: Brad Cooper, brad.cooper@ keystone.edu or 570-9458235. Field hockey: Registration is open for the Abington Youth Field Hockey Rec. League for girls entering grades 3-6. To register or for more information: Michelle LaCoe, 570-851-9492. Golf: The sixth annual Mark McAfee Golf Tournament will be Aug. 23 at Stonehedge Golf Course. Registration will be at 10 a.m. with an 11 a.m. start. Cost is $100 per golfer, and proceeds beneﬁt Fight4Vets. Additional information: Kelly McAfee, 570-3092512 or markmcafeegolf@ gmail.com. ■ The University of Scranton men’s basketball team will hold its 18th annual Golf Classic on Sept. 6 at Glen Oak Country Club. Registration will be at 9:30 a.m. with a shotgun start at 10:30. Cost is $150 per player. Additional information: Carl Danzig, 570-9417478 or carl.danzig@scranton.edu; or Ryan Van Zelst, 570-941-7252 or ryan.vanzelst@scranton.edu. ■ The Greater Scranton YMCA will host the Inaugural Harry McGrath Memorial Golf Tournament and Dinner Celebration Friday, Sept. 20, 1:30 p.m. at Glen Oak Country Club, 250 Oakford Road, Clarks Summit. Registration begins at 10 a.m. A dinner celebration will begin with cocktails at 6 p.m. and dinner at 7:30 p.m. Entertainment will be provided by Black Tie Stereo. For more info or to register, visit conta.cc/2OvkDTO or contact Betsy McGrath Ardizoni at 570-768-6118. ■ The University of Scranton baseball team will hold its annual golf tournament Oct. 6 at Blue Ridge Trail Golf Club in Mountain Top. Registration and lunch will be at 10:30 a.m. with a shotgun start at noon. Cost is $110 per golfer or $440 per foursome in the captainand-crew event. To register: https://athletics.scranton. edu/sports/bsb/2018-19/ Baseball_Golf_Outing Softball: The University of Scranton softball team will host an ID prospect camp Sept. 29 at Magis Field at the Quinn Athletics Campus for players graduating high school in 2020-24. Cost is $100. Additional information: Mia Collarini Wascura, 570-941-4439 or mia.collarini@scranton.edu.

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Men's A Doubles- Bill and Will Ziegler, finalists; Steve Lehan and Curtis Althouse, champions. CLARKS SUMMIT — Phil Mercurio, Kelly Arp, Kevin Vinson and Sidney Horvath were crowned singles champions in the STC Club Championships. Mercurio was too consistent in his match against Joe Reese in the Men’s A Singles, winning 6-1, 6-1. Arp and Nicole Sinclair matched strokes throughout the Women’s A Singles final, with Arp coming back from a 2-5 deficit in the final set tiebreaker to win 6-3, 3-6, (108). Vinson took the Men’s B Singles title with a 6-1, 6-2 win over Jason Holg at e. S i d n e y H o r vat h needed 2 1/2 hours to capture the Women’s B Singles title over Isabel Lam, winning by the score of 7-5, 7-5. The Women’s A Doubles final also went down to the wire, with the second-seeded team of Angie Kluss and Nicole Sinclair upending the defending champions, Denise Marcos and Connie Weiss, 6-3, 2-6, (10-7). The top-seeded team of Curtis Althouse and

Steve Lehan took the Men’s A Doubles title with a 6-2, 6-3 win over Bill Ziegler and his son Will. For Lehan it was his third consecutive title in this event. In semifinal action, Althouse and Lehan eliminated the team of Phil Mercurio and Robbie Azzarelli, winning 6-4, 6-2. In the other semifinal, the Zieglers ousted Paul Pugliese and John Weiss, 6-2, SUBMITTED pHOTO 6-4. Women's A doubles: John Weiss, tournament co-director; Angie Kluss and Nicole In the Men’s B Doubles Sinclair, champions; Denise Marcos and Connie Weiss, finalists. final, Joe Vinson and his son Kevin added another title, defeating Jason Holgate and Donnie Bockelkamp 6-4, 6-3. The Vinsons were also the Lackawanna County Open champions in the same event. John Weiss and Burt Reese were co-chairs of the tournament, assisted by Kathleen McKenna and Tim Aikman. The final tournament of the season at Scranton Tennis Club is the Labor SUBMITTED pHOTO Day Blind Draw Mixed SUBMITTED pHOTO Doubles, which will be Women's A singles: John Weiss, tournaheld on Monday, Sept. 2 at ment co-director; Kelly Arp, champion; Men's A singles: Phil Mercurio, champi9 a.m. Nicole Sinclair, finalist. on; Joe Reese, finalist.

30 years ago: Chuck Bennett hit a two-run homer to give Don’s Market a 7-5 win over Grifﬁths in Abington Senior League baseball. 20 years ago: Derek Hewlett of Abington Heights ran for 72 yards and a touchdown for County in a 41-8 win over City in the 65th annual Dream Game. 10 years ago: Mike Wynn and Colin McCreary combined on a one-hitter with 11 strikeouts as Abington American beat Lakeland, 3-2, in the District 17/32 City-County Little League tournament.

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Back to school: Navigating finances college and university may have different application and financial aid deadlines. Some Pennsylvania residents may qualify for the Pennsylvania State Grant. The deadline for firsttime applicants attending a private college is May 1. For students planning to attend a community college, the deadline is Aug. 1. The PHEAA website has a complete list of deadlines and exceptions. The state grant form is available on your FAFSA confirmation page. High school juniors and younger students can use the tool FAFSA4caster to get an early estimate of potential available aid. This tool can be used to begin strategizing about financial understanding solutions and plan ahead. government aid Once you submit the form, a The first place from which worksheet is provided with many people receive finanestimated FAFSA grants cial aid is the Free Applicaand loan eligibility, an area tion for Federal Student Aid, to add outside grants and (FAFSA). scholarships and a place to The FAFSA takes informa- compare college costs. tion from taxes and income understanding to determine if a student is scholarships and loans eligible for grants and loans. Here’s some helpful informaThe investment of retion to know when navigatsearching and applying to ing the application. scholarships is worth it; the The FAFSA will be availkey is to begin your research able on Oct. 1 for students more than a year in advance. entering college in the 2019This will give you time to 2020 school year. It is recom- meet deadlines, prepare esmended students submit it says and ask for letters of as soon as possible after that recommendation if necesdate. Also note that each sary. S. ABINGTON TWP. — As an admissions counselor, I have found the number one concern of most prospective students (and their parents) is finances. A college degree can greatly enhance your preparation for a successful career, but the cost can be daunting. Don’t worry; there are steps you can take to prepare yourself to afford college and manage payments and debt. You can begin planning and researching for scholarships early, but it is also wise to spend time learning about loans and salaries, and to create a financial plan that will help you not only through college but after graduation.

Apply to scholarships even if you’re not sure that you meet all the criteria. Prioritize the scholarship search as it is a worthwhile investment. A great place to start is CollegeBoard.org and FinAid.org, where you can find scholarship links and other financial planning resources. Also, consider that some scholarships may require a certain GPA or test score. It’s worth it to build up your academic grades. Begin preparing for this when you enter high school, not just in your senior year. Another option to consider is loans. While the idea of taking out loans may not be ideal to most prospective students, with careful research and wise planning, they can be an investment in your future. To start, determine the career field you want to enter and research beginning salaries. A good rule of thumb is not to take out more loans during college then you will make in a year. Also consider the kind of loan you are applying for. Typically, government loans offer the lowest and a fixed interest rate. Some students may also be eligible for additional advantages, such as the government paying interest until a student graduates and flexible payment plans. You don’t need to be afraid

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Summit University, tuition is locked for your four years of school, so you do not need to worry about college costs rising. Your institutional scholarships when you enter CSU are also locked for four years, so you can plan accurately in advance about each understanding year’s cost. the big picture Look into options to reAt Clarks Summit Uniduce the price of college by versity, we want to help stuearly enrollment discounts dents feel comfortable and or taking dual enrollment succeed when it comes to classes while in high school. affording college. When stu- Early enrollment at Clarks dents apply to attend CSU, Summit University means they are able to meet with that a student who enrolls a our financial experts to utiyear in advance will receive lize personalized financial a discounted tuition rate planning tools. At CSU, we (locked for four years) a gift help a student consider the card to purchase an electronentire cost of their degree— ic device, waived application not just the first year. fee and other benefits. Begin Looking at the total cost researching early to see if of college can help a student the college of your choice ofmake wise choices regardfers incentives. ing loans and scholarships, If you are able to take colhelp parents to strategize in lege classes in high school advance to make contributhrough dual enrolling with tions and allow the student a university, realize that this to understand how much could save money and time, he or she may need to work and calculate that into your in order to afford his or her four-year degree cost. degree. Clarks Summit UniverWhen planning for the en- sity’s dual enrollment cost is tire cost of college, be sure less than one-third the price to research and ask about of normal tuition, and stuthe percentage of tuition dents can earn a dual enrollincrease each year. At Clarks ment scholarship when they about taking out loans, but you do need to be wise. Take the time to research available loans and begin a plan to pay them back after graduation. Remember, you are investing in your future.

choose to attend CSU after high school graduation. Beyond the four-year price of college, there are also additional costs you may not consider, such as purchasing a durable laptop or electronic device, cell phone bills and travel expenses. Plan in advance, so these costs aren’t unexpected. At Clarks Summit University, students who take advantage of the early enrollment will receive a gift card of up to $750 to purchase an electronic device to set them up for college success. Navigating college expenses can be overwhelming, but don’t let that daunt you in your college plans. For more information about Clarks Summit University’s unique financial benefits and aid, contact an admissions counselor at 800-451-7664 or begin your personalized website at Discover.ClarksSummitU.edu. Research. Prepare early. And strategize about the best plan, so your college education can be an investment in a successful future. Haley Seboe is an admissions counselor at Clarks Summit University and a 2017 graduate from CSU’s CommunicationsWriting program.

Leadership Lackawanna Executive Program class applications available SCRANTON — Applications for Leadership Lackawanna’s five-week Executive Program are now available. This program engages highlevel professionals in the greater Scranton region, broadens their social network, and increases their overall knowledge of the community while meeting key business and community leaders and receiving an overview of the county’s

history and culture, economic and political structures, community events, civic groups, recreational activities and nonprofit organizations. Sessions are held one evening per week for five consecutive weeks at various locations and include cocktails and dinner. Leadership Lackawanna’s Executive Program accepts applications from public- and private-sector administrators and

professionals in an executive-level position who live or work in Lackawanna County. Candidates must have extensive industry experience that demonstrates a steady career progression. This year’s sessions are Wednesday, Sept. 25; Thursday, Oct. 3; Wednesday, Oct. 9; Thursday, Oct. 17; and Wednesday, Oct. 23, from 5-8 p.m. To apply for the program, visit leadershiplackawanna.com.

Keystone observatory slates fall sessions LA PLUME — The Thomas G. Cupillari ’60 Astronomical Observatory will begin its fall program on Wednesday, Sept. 4 at 7:30 p.m. and will continue each Wednesday and Friday evening through Friday, Nov. 22. The astronomical programs will feature an illustrated classroom lecture that changes weekly followed by observation through telescopes. The main objects planned for observation

include the moon, stars and planets including Jupiter and Saturn. Open to the public and free of charge, the fall sessions at the Observatory will be held regardless of sky conditions and will be cancelled only by threat of severe weather. Visitors should dress for outdoor temperatures. Groups such as school classes, scouts and community organizations should reserve a separate night to avoid over-

crowding. For more information or to make group arrangements, contact Jo-Ann Kamichitis at 570-945-8402 or email observatory@keystone.edu. The Thomas G. Cupillari ’60 Astronomical Observatory is located on Route 107, approximately two miles west of Interstate 81, exit 202, and approximately two miles east of Fleetville. For more information, visit keystone.edu/ observatory.

Catholic Choral Society begins 71st season

Ends Aug 31st

SCRANTON — The Catholic Choral Society will begin its 71st year Tuesday, Sept. 3, with rehearsals on Tuesdays, 6:15-8:30 p.m. at the IHM Center at Marywood University. The Choral Society is nondenominational and includes members from Luzer ne, Lackawanna, Wayne, Susquehanna, Pike and Wyoming counties. The chorus performs sacred, classical and secular music at performances in Northeast Pennsylvania. New members are welcome and no auditions, except for voice placement, are required. The Catholic Choral

Society’s first concert is the annual November Generations Concert on Sunday, Nov. 10 at 7 p.m., when the chorus will host regional choral groups from elementary school through college at Holy Rosary Church in Scranton. Additional choral programs are scheduled for the Advent, Christmas and Lenten and spring seasons. Ann Manganiello of Exeter is director of the Catholic Choral Society, and Jean Shields of Scranton the accompanist. Board members assisting co-presidents Brenda Grunza of Nicholson and Dr. Tom Rittenhouse of

Clarks Summit include: Lois Ostrowski of Pittston, vice president; Nancy Flannery of Kingston; Sheila O’Brien of Dunmore; Barbara Barrett of Dunmore; Kate Conaboy of Archbald and Rich Gibbons of Hunlock Creek. For more information, visit catholicchoralsociety. org, call 570-575-1040 and like the society’s Facebook page.

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CLARKS SUMMIT — The tables at The Gathering Place were filled with students giving tips and advice about technology to community members on Wednesday, July 24 in a Tech Tutors class. Abington Heights Software Club and other students met individually with adults to answer questions about smartphones, tablets, laptop computers and other devices and platforms that can be easy for these students but often confusing for older generations. Dominick DeSeta met with Megan Wolfe to help her learn to download pictures from her phone onto a flash drive. Ella Mahon and Robby Horvath showed Anne Armezzani how to download music, use Messenger and work with Instagram. Stephan Tseronski

worked with Paula Baillie on more complex problems to make a website run better and be more secure. Joann Radicchi arrived with what seemed to be a difficult question and got a very good, easy answer in a short time. Working with other adults were students Makayla Keoonela, Sydney Vacchino, Haddy Davis, Michael Rodushkyn and Harrison Fedor. As the class went on, it became apparent these Abington Heights junior and senior student volunteers could not only answer any questions fielded to them but could also teach the adults how to take what they learned and be more independent with technology. The students have offered to volunteer for another Tech Tutors class on the evening of Oct. 23. They hope even more

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Paula Baillie and Stephan Tseronski. people sign up for that night, as they are ready to help out. For more information, visit gatheringplacecs.org or call 570-881-7612 to register for this free class.

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Slithering species Emma Black / Staff PhotograPhEr

Kyle Fawcett of the Pennsylvania Amphibian and Reptile Survey gave an educational talk on amphibians and reptiles found in Pennsylvania. The talk, which took place Saturday, Aug. 10 at the amphitheater at Lackawanna State Park, included live animals. more photos from this event can be viewed online and are available for purchase from our photo store at abingtonsuburban.com.

Virginia Knapp and her daughter Violet, of Galeton chat with Kyle Fawcett of the Pennsylvania Amphibian and Reptile Survey following his presentation.

From left: Romaldini siblings Alessandro, 3, Lola, 9 and Gianni, 10, of Scranton admire a snake during a presentation on amphibians and reptiles.

Bryce Bregler, 5, of Clayton, New Jersey, looks at a turtle follow- Emily and Connor Testa of Cobelskill, New York eye a snake as Kyle Fawcett shows different ing the amphibians and reptiles presentation. species of amphibians and reptiles during a presentation at Lackawanna State Park.

The crowd looks on at a snake as Kyle Fawcett of the Pennsylvania Amphibian and Reptile Survey shows various species around during a presentation at Lackawanna State Park.

Jacob and Karen Gasdik of Old Forge.

Clockwise from left: Colton and Kyle Fawcett speaks to the audience on Pennsylvania Cullen Dukerich of Clifford and Mia amphibians and reptiles during a presentation at and Marley Schneider of Kingsley. Lackawanna State Park.

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Bike: Group rides boost spirit “We just want people to come and enjoy riding together. The goal is community building and rider engagement.” tom Boylan

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aspects of cycling, it helps that on a group ride there are people who can help you learn things – like when to shift, how to use momentum on hills, and how to be a better rider over all.” Boylan shared that road bikes can travel fast, but on a beginner ride they keep the pace to an average of 12 miles per hour and are mindful of the skill of the riders. Sickler’s group rides are no-drop rides, which means that the group will take breaks and wait for anyone who needs to catch up. Veterans come out to beginner rides as well. “They want to see this work, and help others,” Boylan said. “They are advocates for it. It builds community and brings people together.” Eric Hetsko has been riding for 28 years. “It’s a good stress reliever, and I find it’s relaxing,” Hetsko said. “Riding is a great way to see all the different

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The Abington Heights marching band performs at the Back to School Carnival.

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Robert Jaggars gets ready to go on the beginner group ride organized by Sickler’s Bike and Sports Shop. Jaggars has been cycling for years and enjoys the comraderie and scenery he experiences on a bike ride. areas of Northeast Pennsylvania. There’s a hidden natural beauty that people don’t think about. It’s a lot easier to see it and take it in when you are going by on a bike at 15 or 20 mph than in a car at 50 miles per hour.” “It’s a good group of nice people. ... If you are a beginner, the great thing about rides like this is that there are other people who are either in your same situation or have been in that situation. No one is getting left behind and it’s not that hard a ride. Plus, the people there are going to help each

other out. One of the great things when I started riding bikes 28 years ago, is that I went with people who knew what they were doing and taught me as I went. It was immensely helpful. That’s part of the benefit of a group ride. You get to know some of the same people week in and week out. We enjoy each other’s company, and it’s fun.” Hetsko is happy to give back and, along with other seasoned riders, will come along on a beginner bike ride to help new riders and enjoy time with friends.

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their summer bedtime, then go to a half hour, and so on. They will eventually get used to the new bedtime and should be well rested by the first day of school. Make sure your child’s bedroom is peaceful, comfy and relaxing. If it is still light outside at bedtime, make sure the bedroom windows have good coverage. And make sure there is no noise to interrupt

their sleep if the adults are watching TV or playing music. Families should wind down from a busy day. Set up a soothing ritual before bedtime, like reading or a relaxing game, or even a lullaby for the little ones. And while you’re at it, this is a great time for you, the parents, to get into a good sleep pattern for the school year, as well. While many of us like to take advantage of the time

after our children go to sleep to do some paperwork or have some uninterrupted R&R, keep in mind that parents who burn out aren’t doing their kids any favors. With everyone in the family well rested, they can tackle the new school year with much more energy, and have a lot more fun. teri lyon is a mom, grandmom and freelance writer who lives in glenburn township with her cat.

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community together to celebrate the beginning of the school year,” Tarr said. “It is a great way to unify our students and community in the education of our youth. “I support and guide the students as they make decisions in how the carnival will run. It is their carnival, so I let them make most of the final decisions, but with some guidance and coaching. It is a big undertaking and the students display all four pillars [character, scholarship, leadership and service] of the National Honor Society as they strive in providing this great opportunity for the Abington Heights School District.” “We are volunteering in the community as leaders,” said Gianna Toth, senior and treasurer of the National Honor Society. Games at the carnival will include giant Connect 4, Jenga and Kerplunk, mini golf, parachute, ping pong, corn hole, Kan Jam and others, as well as minute to win it games such as cup stacking. The games will be supervised and run by the captains of the fall sports teams. Other activities include a haunted house in the high school auditorium, a dunk

tank with school faculty and administrators taking their turns and a bounce house. There will also be an opportunity to “meet the Comets” in the parking lot. National Honor Society vice president Jenna Patel, a senior, is taking care of logistics for the event. “I set up the games and food trucks,” Patel said. “I also talk to the administrators to get tables and other things we need.” National Honor Society secretary Dominick DeSeta, a senior, is in charge of the music. “We have two student bands, and I am looking for popular music to play when they are not playing,” DeSeta said. “The Abington Heights marching band is also playing. We are trying to improve from last years carnival We are working with seniors from last year and seeing what worked and what didn’t work.” There will be food trucks such as Manning’s, Hooked and Southwest Savory. In addition, Nina’s Wing Bites & Pizza and Nicky’s Hoagies will be sold. Cotton candy is available at no cost. National Honor Society Secretary Jack Slusser is charged with advertising for the event. “I love to talk to people

and communicate with them,” Slusser said. “I think I am good at it. We are expecting a lot of people at the event.” “I am very proud of the hard work and the leadership the National Honor Society members are doing for this yearly tradition,” said Abington Heights High School principal Andrew Snyder. “I am looking forward to the upcoming school year and the great opportunities we have for students to get involved in and to prepare them when they leave here.” “Come to the carnival and see what Abington Heights School District is all about,” said National Honor Society president Faatihah Nayeem, a senior. “It is a really fun day and I am looking forward to it,’ said Toth. “We are growing from what happened last year.”

if you go What: abington heights back-to-School Carnival When: Friday, Aug. 23, 5-8 p.m. Where: abington heights high School, 222 Noble Road, South Abington Twp. Cost: free admission; food will be offered for sale.

8th Annual Cpt. James R. Minicozzi Memorial Race ALL Donatiions Benefi fit fi The Boys and Girls Clubs of NEPA & College Scholarships

Saturday, August 31, 2019 10A.M. Downtown Scranton During La Festa Scranton, Pa

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UNICO Scranton Chapter 5K Run/1 Mile Walk. Registration-Corner of Linden St. and Washington Ave. 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. $25.00 Preregistration Deadline-Must be received by August 28, 2019 Mail form and $20.00 Registration Fee to: UNICO P.O. Box 278 Dunmore, PA 18512. Checks can be made out to UNICO National-Scranton Chapter Register On-Line at: runsignup.com/Minicozzi Printed (paper mail-in) forms are at: lafestaitaliana.org

Race route is Wyoming and Lackawanna Avenue to Green Ridge Street to North Washington Avenue. Race ends past Scranton City Hall. Any questions please contact: (570) 815-9954 or unico5k@gmail.com