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Christmas toy trilogy there ever enough tape? – so I took Greta along for a quick run to McCrory’s. We were in a hurry and practically sprinting down an isle when I heard her say, “Middle size doll.” She was pointing at a wire bin filled with what I can only describe as rag dolls. They were $2.99, but no toy at any price could have made her happier than she was that Christmas morning. Whew. Then there’s Michael and the football helmet. He was two and wanted a football helmet from Santa which I proclaimed as ridiculous. Then one day I found him walking around with a plastic clothes basket over his head saying “football helmet” and, of course, I caved. I was and am a Green Bay Packers fans but I never wanted to be the kind of dad who forces his team on his son. So I sat Michael in his high chair and placed the Sears Wish Book on the tray, opened to a two-page spread of NFL hel-
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mets. “Pick the helmet Mikey wants from Santa,” I sang. As he pondered his options I looked them over and was sure he’d take the Cincinnati Bengals with their tiger stripes, or perhaps the Vikings or Rams with their horns, or maybe those Eagles wings. When he announced his decision, all he said was, “Orange one.” I knew it, I thought. The Bengals. But when I pointed to the tiger stripes, he said, “No. Orange one.” And it hit me that my little boy had selected the plainest helmet (next to Penn State) in all of football, the Cleveland Browns. I tried to talk him out of it but he was steadfast. I ordered it that night. A few days later I saw a photo of a Browns player in action in Sports Illustrated and clipped it out and hung it on the wall of his bedroom next to his changing table. That night as I got him into his feet jammies, I tapped on the helmet in the picture and sang, “There’s the helmet Mikey’s getting from
Santa. The shiny orange one.” “Black one,” he said, looking up at the picture. I looked, too, and noticed the other player in the photo was a Steeler. “No, no,” I said, tapping the photo harder, “this one, the orange one. “Black one,” he said. “Orange one,” I shot back. “Black.” “Orange.” “Black.” “Gimme that,” I finally barked and ripped the picture off the wall. As I placed the Browns helmet under the tree late on Christmas Eve all I kept thinking was the odds were 50-50 I’d be in the garage Christmas afternoon painting it black. Finally, we have the White Ranger. This was my only experience in searching for the impossible toy. Based on the TV show “Power Rangers,” the White Ranger must have sold out by Halloween because you couldn’t find one anywhere. This was also the Christmas
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that my wife decided to confide in me that she was in love with another man. I went into the holidays feeling quite the failure as a husband and with no White Ranger under the tree Christmas morning would be an even bigger failure as a dad. Then one day, while wandering around by myself at the Mall at Steamtown I saw what surely, I thought, must be a mirage. A clerk at Kay Bee Toys appeared to be stacking up boxes of White Rangers. Mirage nothing. As I purchased that White Ranger I knew it was the hand of God at play, the answer to my prayers. This White Ranger would save my marriage. What woman could divorce the Father of the Year? Well, the one I was married to, it turned out. Michael never knew that story until I told it to him a few years ago, when he was in his 20s. “Well, Dad,” he said when I finished, “there are some things even the White Ranger can’t do.”
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Except for one time, I never had to deal with Christmas toy wars, but that does not mean I was spared those Christmases that let you know why Santa has white hair. Three come to mind. Greta was three and quite adept at rattling off her Christmas list … everything purchased and waiting in the attic. I could rattle it off too and did so a couple of days before Christmas. When I got to the end, however, out of God knows where, she added “and a middle-size doll.” A middle size doll? What the heck was a middle size doll? I surely didn’t know. Neither did her mother. Neither did any clerk at any store in Wyoming Valley. And no amount of stealthy Santa prodding brought any inkling out of Greta, who was now talking about nothing but “a middle size doll.” By Christmas Eve I had given up and was contemplating damage control. As usual, we needed a last minute item – is
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A window into the past
Heritage mural unveiled at ceremony
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Former Mayor Michael Lombardo, now on the city's redevelopment authority, said the mural not only shows Pittston's history, but also shows how Pittston is taking steps in the right direction.
ed in the list was Joe Joyce of Joyce Insurance for donating funds to apply an anti-graffiti coat over the mural so the mural “stays in good tact.” “There is not a better site in the city right now that demonstrates what happens when people stay focused on a goal and work together.” The mural was designed by artist Dwight Kirkland of Black Leaf Studio in Mifflin-
town, and his partner, Michael Colley. Kirkland spoke about how Pittston’s deep history helped shape the mural. “When we started, we read about the history,” he said. “You guys have a very rich history. So we tried to interpret that into this mural. We used the sepia tones and the browns to try to give it that aged look, to go back in time.”
The Rev. Paul McDonnell, rector at the Seminary of the Oblates of St. Joseph in Laflin, joked “a golden dome on top” would really cap off the project. McDonnell said the wall tells “our story, our history” because nearly every local family has members that have worked in the mines, garment factories or railroads in Pittston.
“There are so many stories we know and that we’ve heard over the years, over and over,” McDonnell said. “And now how beautiful it is on this wall, depicted here on this wall as we come down Main Street.” McDonnell offered a blessing. “We’re not simply going to bless the painting and the wall, See MURAL, Page 4
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Call it a wall of a history. Pittston’s downtown Heritage Mural was officially unveiled Wednesday night. “This is us,” said Pittston Mayor Jason Klush as he touched the wall. “This is who we are.” The mural covers the entire side of the Pittston Dental building and it depicts three stages of Pittston heritage: coal mining, the garment industry and railroads. Former Mayor Michael Lombardo, now on the city’s redevelopment authority, said the project came to fruition because a host of people worked together. “This site we’re standing on, not only the mural, I think is a reflection of the potential of what can happen when people focus on a goal and don’t let anything get in the way,” Lombardo said. “And they work together.” Lombardo said the mural not only shows Pittston’s history, but shows how Pittston is taking steps in the right direction. “So we had this idea of a mural because the arts are such a critical part of revitalization of any town,” he said. “Not only do they have direct impact in terms of aesthetic beauty and what they do in transforming the way things look, but they also have a direct economic impact.” Lombardo thanked a stream of local and state officials and businesses that helped. Includ-
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Maria Capolarella-Montante addressed the audience on the importance of women in the garment industry.
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but we’re blessing – most of all – the people this is dedicated to,” he said. “We pray for their souls. For those that are still living we thank them prayerfully for what they have done to build up our local community here in Greater Pittston.” Bill Hastie said he has more than 100 coal miners in his family tree. “Both my grandfathers died of Black Lung,” he said. “That was the fate of many miners.” He spoke of the hardships of coal mining. “There were deaths from roof cave-ins and from explosions caused by various gases,” he said. “It wasn’t a pleasant job. But
it put food on the table and it paid the bills” Former city councilwoman Maria Capolarella-Montante spoke about the contribution of the female garment workers in Pittston’s history. “They were the women who picked up the economy in Pittston when the mines had gone and the men came home from the war and there were no jobs,” she said. “I could understand the apprehension they must have felt leaving their children and going to work. But they were the backbone of Pittston’s economy.” She said they worked grueling hours over sewing machines all day long. “But they were able to make a better life for their children,” she said. Ed Philbin, a local histo-
One-time miner, Bill Hastie, who stands at 6'3" is dwarfed by the mural's rendering of a coal miner.
Pittston Mayor Jason Klush stands next to one of the artists of the mural, Dwight Kirkland.
rian who works for a railroad, said Greater Pittston likely had over 1,000 people employed in the railroad industry. “They were lucky they weren’t in the mines,” he said. “But it was a whole different set of circumstances.” He said 16-hour days were common and the railroads were dangerous. But, he said, the railroads took out the coal and textiles from the area and brought it meat and fresh fruit, including grapes for wine. “It really opened Pittston up to everywhere.” Philbin said. The unveiling of the mural was held in conjunction with a ribbon cutting of the new, adjoining UFCW Credit Union building. Pastor Samuel Washington of the Perspective Church on Broad Street in Pittston offered a closing prayer. He spoke of his new church on the backdrop of the city’s storied history. “We come looking to the future, building and growing,” he said. “But this mural is immense. We get the opportunity to see what preceded us. It reminds us where we came from.” Lombardo said the mural speaks to the past, but also the future. “The content of the mural is a reflection of our pride in our past,” he said. “The fact that we’ve taken the arts and we’ve put it up on this wall is a great significant gesture indicating our confidence in the future. As we drive by this, please remember: our pride in our past and our confidence in our future.”
Local historian Bill Hastie, left, has a discussion with Jim Zarra prior to the evening's ceremony.
Fr. Paul McDonnell, OSJ, offically blesses the mural during the evenings program.
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Barbara Zangre with CEO John Hayduk of UFCW Federal Credit Union.
Council OKs $816K budget with no tax hike By JOE HEALEY
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The Dupont Police department is safe. For now. Mayor Dan Lello and Council President Stanley Knick assured a packed council meeting Tuesday night the department is staying put. Council unanimously passed a 2013 budget that fully funds the department. Lello said several borough representatives recently attended a series of shared services meetings that focused on police regionalization. At the most recent meeting, Ron Stern, a local government policy specialist from the state Department of Community and Economic Development’s Governor’s Center for Local Government Services, urged local municipalities to allow his organization to do a feasibility study to potentially start a regionalized police department. Council agreed to participate in the study with Pittston, Avoca, Duryea, Hughestown and Laflin.Yatesville and Jenkins Township were also part of the pitch, but have not showed an interest. Stern said the area comprises 26.3 square miles and has 26,000 people. It collectively cost $2.2 million for public safety in 2011, Stern said. The combined departments have 18 full-time and 66 part-time officers. With rising costs and increased complexity of departments, elected officials now view consolidation as a way to solve problems associated with providing municipal police services. Lello noted consolidation of police departments is an option that many communities have explored for years. Lengthy comments and questions from residents followed about the study, questioning the move of proceeding without the input of the residents and many raised concerns for the safety of the community. Knick stated that once the feasibility study is complete the borough will have a public meeting to report the findings. “We’ll go by what you want,” Knick told the audience. “We’re seeing what’s better for Dupont with the current state of the econ-
omy.” In a separate issue, borough officials were in talks with Pittston City about having the city’s department police Dupont, but the talks seem to be at a standstill. A strongly-worded letter from a lawyer representing the Dupont Borough Police Officer’s Association said any such action would have to be agreed upon by the department. The current police contract expires at the end of December. Council on Tuesday hired Attorney Jim Valentine of Rosenn, Jenkins and Greenwald to represent the borough in labor relations issues. The $816,816.62 spending plan contains no tax increase for residents. The tax rate will remain at 1.2235 mills. A mill is a $1 tax on each $1,000 of assessed property value. All borough employees were given a 3 percent raise. Council president and the mayor will be paid $150 per month; council members will receive $100 a month and the tax collector will be paid $2,500 per year. Patricia McDonald, borough manager, said revenues include $542,428 in the general fund, $148,550 in the refuse fund, $66, 463 in the liquid fuels fund and $59,375 in the sewer maintenance fund. Expenses include $251,906 in wages for borough employees, $20,000 in payroll tax, $16,565 for fire hydrants, $45,000 for street lights, $32,000 for insurance, $28,000 for workers com-
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William Street project underway 14,000 square feet of office and retail space. Michael Lombardo, a member of city’s redevelopment authority, said the project is “a win across the board.” First, he said, it returns a piece of property to the tax rolls of Pittston City, Pittston Area School District and Luzerne County. Second, the project will place roughly 60 more people downtown each day. “That steady flow of pedestrians is what we want,” Lombardo said. “There’s more of a captive audience now and that’s good for all the businesses.” Third, he said, the project fits within the design standards for the aesthetic of downtown. Lombardo said that corner lot has had thriving businesses for years. Most recently, it was a billiards hall and City Carpet. Previously it was the original home of Demuro’s Pizza. “I remember growing up there was a Hallmark card shop there, too.” He said much of the property has sat vacant for years, though. The corner building was razed within the past two years and the right turn, from William Street onto North Main Street, has been “softened.” “That used to be a hard corner to make, especially if you were a
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Construction is under way downtown, this time on the property at William and North Main streets. The building directly on the corner has been razed and the adjoining building will be gutted, enforced with steel beams and two stories will be added. The new second and third floors will house the non-profit North Penn Legal Services. Currently the firm has offices in Wilkes-Barre and Scranton, but will consolidate offices in Pittston. A total of 30 employees, including 22 lawyers, will move into the office, according to a spokesman from the developer, Gilbro Realty Inc. Total, 40 new employees will be located in the downtown, and more than 100 workers will be at the property over the next 18 months as construction progresses. On the first floor, a physical and aquatic therapy, Cawley Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation, will move into one of the storefronts. Developers are also in talks to bring a UPS Store to the building. Combined, it will be roughly
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Early in the 20th century, Christina Pitarra of Calabria, Italy, scraped enough money together for passage to America for one. She sent her son Pasquale Pitarra in hopes that he, at least, could forge a better life. PitarBUY ra, probably THE about 20, took a BOOK portrait of his The book costs $12.95 mother off the wall and is avail- of their home, able at all wrapped it in a Gerrity’s blanket and put it Markets, the in his steamer Guild Catholic Book- trunk for the trip to New York. store in Scranton Eventually, he and online settled in Dupont, at the Magot a job as a minniscalco er, married and website at had 11 children. Statabuon.com. He raised most of them himself after his wife died, feeding them with the gardening and cooking skills he had learned from his mother. Many of those 11 children stayed in the Greater Pittston area and created an extended family – aunts, uncles and cousins – who still live in West Pittston, Dupont and the Old Boston section of Pittston. Fast forward two generations.
Linda and Rocco Maniscalco display the portrait of Linda's great-grandmother Christina Pitarra of Calabria, Italy. When the frame of the portrait was removed, Pitarra's handwritten recipes were discovered behind the portrait. Those recipes became the basis for the book "Italian Christmas Eve: The Feast of Seven Fishes" written by the Maniscalcos.
The portrait has been handed down to Pitarra’s great-granddaughter Linda Maniscalco. “The paper cover on the back of the portrait was so old, it was disintegrating,” Maniscalco wrote in an email. “I took the portrait to a photo repair shop.” When the frame was removed, Christina Pitarra’s hand-written recipes were discovered behind the portrait. Those recipes became the basis for the book “Italian Christmas Eve: The Feast of Seven Fishes” written by Maniscalco and her husband, Rocco. The Feast of the Seven Fishes is an Italian Christmas tradition that typically consists of seven different seafood dishes.
But the Maniscalco book is more than a cookbook. It features original artwork, family stories and traditions And the recipes are not limited to seven fishes, but include appetizers, side dishes, desserts, Italian coo-
kies and celebratory beverages and toasts, including a the toast “stata buon” Italian for “stay well.” The book reveals that Christina Pitarra was way ahead of her time. Her garden-to-table recipes use what today are called organically-grown foods for a green lifestyle. “Her recipes and traditions inspired us to preserve our Italian American heritage of food, faith and family,” Maniscalco said. “My relatives taught me everything about cooking and baking. Many of my aunts, uncles and cousins are the best home cooks and accomplished bakers. I spent practically every holiday growing up visiting the coal region back home and even now my husband Rocco and our children and their Nonna, Martha Pitarra, enjoy visiting descendents of the Pitarra family, who are among the best of the best in the kitchen.” The book includes endorsement blurbs by Archbishop Chaput of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia and Bishop Bambera of Scranton.
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Pittston native and 1985 King’s College graduate John Loyack has been named vice president for business affairs and treasurer at his alma mater. Loyack will be responsible for managing and improving the College’s financial process systems; overseeing the business, human resources, facilities, security and information technology offices; and, coordinating the planning and implementation of all campus construction, renovation and repair projects. Formerly the president and chief operating officer of CPG International in Scranton, Loyack comes to King’s after serving as president and chief executive officer for Optim Energy, a start-up energy company based in Irving, Texas. The recipient of a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting from King’s and an MBA from Lehigh University, Loyack is also a certified public accountant. During the past several years, he has also served on the King’s College President’s Council. He has also held professional positions with Pennsylvania firms PricewaterhouseCoopers in Philadelphia, Lutron Electronics in Allentown and Union Pacific Corporation in Bethlehem and Omaha, Nebraska. He is married to the former Suzanne Kmiec, a 1986 graduate of King’s College, and has three children.
Dr. Janet Golaszewski, an orthodontist, recently spoke with students in the Luzerne County Community College dental department. Dr. Golaszewski met with the dental assisting students to discuss the study of orthodontics for children and adults. The presentation provided instruction on the different phases of orthodontics including cast models, x-rays, appliances, and instruments. From left, seated, are Kristina Kuncio, Plains; Jennifer Peters, Pittston; Kendra Yakobitis, Pittston; and Emily Holeva, Eynon. Standing, Dr. Deborah Vilegi Peters, Mountain Top, dean, nursing and health sciences, LCCC; Janet Golaszewski, DMD, Mountain Top, guest speaker; and Jeanne Farrell, CDA, EFDA, Larksville, instructor, dental assisting, LCCC. Forkston brige repairs On Friday, U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) announced $6.92 million in federal disaster funding for State Route 3001 bridge over the Mehoopany Creek in Forkston Township in Wyoming County. The bridge was destroyed out by Hurricane Irene, but will now be rebuilt with federal assistance. This should come as good news to Greater Pittston sportsmen as several have hunting cabins located in this area. “Rebuilding the bridge in Forkston is a major step forward in Wyoming County’s recovery from the flooding, but there’s still a long way to go,” Casey said. “I saw firsthand the devastation to the Mehoopany Creek region’s roads and bridges and am pleased to have helped secure funds to fix this critical infrastructure, which is key to this
community’s economy.” Senator Casey announced $6,924,799 in federal funding to replace the bridge. This project is funded through Public Assistance that was made available through FEMA following Pennsylvania’s disaster declaration. This funding represents a 75% cost-share for the total cost of the project. The total cost for the entire project is $9,233,065. This funding will be directed towards the replacement of a composite steel multi-girder bridge on State Route 3001 in Wyoming County, which was completely destroyed by high velocity waters from Mehoopany Creek during Hurricane Irene. The new bridge will be placed in the original location of the damaged bridge. Christmas sing-a-long The community is invited to a
Christmas Carol Sing-Along at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 20 in the auditorium of Holy Rosary School, 125 Stephenson St., Duryea. Refreshments will be served throughout the evening. There will be a sing-along of everyone’s favorite Christmas carols old and new, sacred and secular. Members of the Knights of Columbus Choir, Nativity of Our Lord Parish Choir, Our Lady of the Eucharist Parish Choir, and Saint Maria Goretti Parish Choir will share some musical selections they are singing this Christmas season. A free-will offering will be accepted. Everyone is invited. Emergency food drive A food drive for The Worship Center’s food bank in Old Forge is underway for the next 2 weeks. The Worship Center feeds about
15 families which include about 33 children on a consistent basis. Their shelves were nearly bare so supporters have been staging a flash food drive on Facebook and have many local organizations and businesses that have opened their doors as drop sites. Current drop of points for non perishable food items are: The Italian Club - Pittston Cafe Italia - Plains Excelsior Hose Company -Duryea Germania Hose Company Duryea My Sister’s Kitchen - Duryea The Moosic Youth Center Moosic Bella on the Blvd - Newton Symmetry Studio - Scranton PA Class of ‘76 Here’s how they do class reunions nowadays. The Pittston Area Class of 1976 is planning a get-together on Saturday, Dec. 29 at the Bar on Oak, on Oak Street, near the Coca cola plant. The bar, by the way, is owned by classmate Pat Marranca. The party starts at 8 p.m. and ends when it ends. Classmates are asked to wear casual attire and plan on a casual evening. There will be a cash bar and attendees are invited to bring an appetizer to share and five bucks to chip in for the pizza. Music will be all ‘70s’ stuff. Those planning the event are Barbara Pirrella-Sico, Judy Sobuta-Moughan, Anita Toni-Lopresto and, of course, Pat Marranca. Happy birthday Happy birthday to Bill Kossuth of Hughestown and Rock Street Music, who is celebrating on Dec. 18 Also to Hughestown councilwoman Barbara Gatto celebrating Dec. 19. Happy birthday to Dr. Ross Buchieri, Wyoming, celebrating on Dec. 20 and Tom Otlawski, Wilkes-Barre, celebrating on Dec. 21. Also, happy birthday to Phyllis Galuska from Avoca who will celebrate her day on December 20.
City condo project nears construction Building will have 30 market-rate units By JOE HEALEY
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borhoods. Everyone benefits.” Across Kennedy Boulevard, an abandoned lot will get new life when Fidelity Bank returns to Pittston. Plans are underway to build an eco-friendly branch. A streetscape project, similar to the one on Main Street, is also planned when funding becomes available. On the Siniawa website, the project is described as having landscaped walkways, garden walls and handicapped accessible ramps and elevators. It will offer “high-end, unique housing, fulfilling a viable need in the local market.” There are expected to be twobedroom units ranging from 1,190 square feet to 1,500 square feet and three-bedroom units with 1,620 square feet.
Christmas lunch Wednesday in Falls Falls Senior Center
Body Stretching class using weights and bands are offered every Mon. and Fri. from 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. On Wednesday, Dec.19, anyone 60 or over is invited to the Christmas luncheon at noon with a Christmas sing along at 1 p.m. featuring Stewart Atkinson on the Saxaphone, Ron Jackson on the guitar and Eugene Smith on the keyboard. The Center offers daily unlimited free coffee as well as such activites as Wii bowling, shuffleboard, Scrabble & Card games. Anyone wishing to join the group for a hot meal at noon for a suggested donation of $2 should RSVP to Twila at 388-2623 by 12:30 p.m. the day before. The center is open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday through Friday and is located on state Route 92. Cosmopolitan Seniors
Earlier this month the Cosmopolitan Seniors and their guests
gathered to greet the holiday season with a Christmas party at St. Anthony’s Center. DJ Jack Bravyak provided music for singing and dancing, along with the customary Christmas music. Pastor Father Massetti opened with remarks and an invocation. The men of the club then served an enjoyable three course buffet dinner prepared by Avenue Diner topped off with cake and ice cream. Chairlady Johanna Malinowski, and her committee of Aggie Abromavage, Rosemary Golenski, Maureen & Ron Gosart, Kay Haddock, Helen Zarychta, and Marge Zinkavich had decorated the tables with beautiful centerpieces and surrounded by candy treats. All members and guests received gifts from Santa donated by local merchants and the committee. President Vic thanked the committee for a job well done. See SENIORS, Page 25
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The condominium project on the Pittston Riverfront is on track and construction is expected to start soon. “You’ll see it start to come out of the ground in two months,” said Michael Lombardo of the city’s redevelopment authority. The multi-million dollar, 4story project is being developed by Rob Grimm and Daniel Siniawa & Associates. The project was begun in late 2004 when Michael A. Lombardo was mayor but was redesigned when funding sources were cut back. Lombardo said Siniawa is a proven developer and Grimm was one of the planners for the Hitchner Building in West Pittston that turned the former cookie factory into affordable housing units. The condominium will have 30 market-rate units. “This will be the single largest addition of new housing in the city in 40 years,” Lombardo said. Construction is expected to last 18 months to two years. “This will be really another banner of progress in the city and it will make a substantial impact,” Lombardo said. He said the developers are taking a piece of property that is generating little money and adding it to the tax rolls. “It helps in a time where there’s not a lot of growth,” Lombardo said. He compares it to the city landing Boden Outlet Store on Main Street. Boden is a Londonbased clothing company with a call center and warehouse in the CenterPointe Commerce and Trade Park in Jenkins Township. The company mainly does business through mail-orders, but decided to open an outlet store on weekends in the Open Space.
“It’s really a big win for the city,” he said. Lombardo said he see the project as a jumpstart to the Neighborhood Housing Stabilization and Development Initiative. Substandard, deteriorating and unoccupied homes and street crowding causes the tax base to decline. The neighborhood’s initiative will make improvements to combat such problems, Lombardo said. Sprucing up neighborhoods, acquiring tax sale and foreclosure properties, tax rebates, creating a housing impact team and imposing a moratorium on converting single homes to apartments are all planned. “Revenues created from this project could be put back into the community,” Lombardo said. “We’ll go out and help the neigh-
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Jenkins Lions made skating rink in ‘60 Peeking into the past
Question #1 In 1960, federal and state police converged on a home at 218 Parsonage St. in Pittston. They were With Judy Minsavage quite surprised at the size of the illegal operation they were about to shut down. What was being manufactured there? tee. Radio City Shopping Center ad1960 – 52 years ago The winter of 1960 was adding up to be one of the coldest and snowiest on record, but members of the Jenkins Township Lions Club turned out in force to watch as work started on a “sizeable” skating rink to be built on land the club leased from the Pennsylvania Coal Company. Lions John O’Malley, John Blandina, Louis Acernese, James Burke, Patrick Talipan, William Scanlon, Kasimir Krutulis, William Peeler, Carmen Falcone, Al Ford and John Stachokus hoped to make the two-block area of Main Street Sebastopol into a huge playground with swimming pool and recreation equipment. According to Weatherspark.com in 1960, the coldest day measured in the area was -4 degrees on Dec. 28; a 20hour pre-winter blizzard hit the Northeast earlier in the month, dumping 20 inches in New York City. The Sunday Dispatch Inquiring Photographer asked some Pittston children, “What do you want for Christmas?” Billy Spudis, of Pittston, answered, “A train is what I want, some telephones with a long cord that will stretch, a pair of skates with black shorts.” Eva Serino, of Pittston, added, “I’m going to ask for a Chatty Kathy. I want him to bring me a bike, too. I better get a three wheeler because I’m too small to ride a two-wheeler.” Rosarie Lewis, of Pittston, said, “I’ll ask Santa Claus for an ironing board to go along with my iron.” Joseph Wieczorek said, “I want a doctor’s set and a tool set. I have a lot of little cars so I can build a garage for them with the tools and play with the doctor’s set when I get the garage made.” Freed’s on North Main Street advertised the Sylvania flash bulb camera kit with optical viewfinder for $12.95 and a free “record album touch typing course” with the purchase of every Golden Shield typewriter by Smith Corona. American Sport Center 62 S. Main St. offered figure skates for boys and girls for $8.95. Pittston Hobby Shop was raffling a Pittman Panther Engine Go Cart with a lifetime guaran-
vertised the RCA transistor radio with carrying case, earphone and batteries all for $39.95.
1980 – 32 years ago After 64 years of “activism and volunteerism,” members of the Women’s Auxiliary of Pittston Hospital held their final meeting at Tinsley Hall. The last officers were Mrs. Earl J. Campbell, president; Mrs. Edward Burke, Mrs. Harold Karichner, Mrs. Herbert Lonser, vice presidents; Mrs. Frank Schevets, secretary; Mrs. Jerry Gillespie, assistant secretary; Mrs. Bert Ardoline treasurer; and Mrs. George Nagy, assistant treasurer. The Pittston Hospital was built in 1892 on land owned by the Pennsylvania Coal Company. In the 1970s, discussions to consolidate the community hospitals in Nanticoke and Pittston with the Wyoming Valley Hospital in Wilkes-Barre culminated in the creation of NPW. Pittston Hospital officially closed in 1982. The hospital’s school of nursing closed its doors in 1988. The auxiliary donated over $9,000 to the newly-formed NPW network as a final gesture. The rivalry between the Pittston and Wyoming Area School districts heated up as girls from both schools participated in an intensely competitive swim meet. The Warriors outpaced the Patriots by a school of 101-67. Maria Pribula, Kathy Yunkunis, Carla Cassetori and Chere Shaver pushed the Warriors over the top with a victory in the 200 medley. Cassetori grabbed a victory in the 200 IM and 100 fly and Shaver likewise in the 50 and 100 freestyle. Also gaining victory for the Warriors were, Marie Pribula, 100 back stroke; Adriane Placek, Ruth Romosiewicz, Lora Mastruzzo and Janie Fialko in the 400 free relay. Even though he didn’t look anything like Santa Claus, Morgan Williams, of West Pittston, was doing his best to help children fulfill their Christmas wish list. A candidate for Eagle Scout, the highest honor in Boy Scouting, Morgan chose as his major project a “Toys for Tots” campaign. Collecting anything from used to new, his hope was to supply toys for underprivileged youngsters in the area. Distribution of the toys was handled
through the Salvation Army in West Pittston with the cooperation of Captain Small. Question #2 Robert DiPietro, of Wyoming, was selected Eastern Division Salesman of the Year by Yellow Freight System Inc. DiPietro was employed at the Dunmore Terminal which offered transcontinental trucking service of general commodities between Wilkes-Barre/Scranton and surrounding areas and most major industrial areas of the United States. He was chosen from more than 100 other sales reps in 50 Eastern Terminals for the honor. The company traces its history back to 1924 when A.J. Harrell of Oklahoma City founded the Yellow Cab and Transit Company. Did you every wonder why Yellow uses orange as its logo color? 1990 – 22 years ago Forty-five organizations and more than 500 people volunteered to ring the bell for the Salvation Army on the Saturdays before Christmas. Lt. and Mrs. Timothy Hinzman, commanding officers of the Salvation Army noted an increase in the number of persons applying for assistance and were grateful for the help. Some of the groups participating were Wyoming, Seton Catholic and Pittston Area Key Clubs, VFW Post 4904, Dupont American Legion, Pittston Rotary and Lions Club, Valley Masonic Lodge 499, Wyoming Library Board, First United Methodist Women of West Pittston, West Pittston and Harding Boys Scouts, Wyoming Hose Company #1, St. Casmir’s Church, Second Presbyterian Church Pittston, Greater Pittston Women’s Club, Goodwill Hose Company West Pittston. Girl Scout Troop 921, Pittston Fire Department, ILGWU retirees and Jenkins Township Lions Club. After a serious fire on North Main Street left 10 residents homeless, Pittston City Council presented a proclamation to several local police and firefighters in recognition of their heroism in the dramatic rescue of Francis Donahue. An amputee, Donahue lived on the second floor above Caesar’s Palace Bar and Lounge. Pittston police Sergeant David Roglich, Pittston firefighters Joseph Kelly, Michael Goham and Michael Nocera, along with Gerard Slater, Barry Hosier Jr. and Mark Obrzut from West Pittston Hose Company No 1 and Hughestown Patrolman Robert Finnerty, rescued Donahue. First on the scene, Roglich, along with
Kelly, Finnerty and Goham, managed to assist in getting Donahue to a window where firefighters were waiting to help remove him from the building. 2000 – 12 years ago In its second year, all Coats for Kids Inc. and NEPA Vietnam Veterans wanted to do was to provide warm winter coats for about 150 kids. At the end of the 2000 campaign, they had surpassed their goal and supplied coats to 275 children. Vietnam veteran Joe Tavaglione conceived the project in 1998 and co-chaired the campaign with Lori Nocito. Tavaglione maintained the best part of the project was watching the children pick out the coats saying, “I like to give them the honor and dignity of choosing a coat for themselves.” In 2008, Tavaglione was the recipient of the Sunday Dispatch Joseph F. Saporito Lifetime of Service Award for his tireless efforts in bringing about the Coats project. Along with Nocito, who was named the Sunday Dispatch Greater Pittston Person of the Year in 2001, Tavaglione was assisted by Barbra Sico, Constance Winn, Joleen Melone, Mary Bender, Joe Pesta, Rhonda Lambert, Bill Mulroy, Joe Milcabage and Mark Kittricy. Answer #1 In 1960, upon entering a home at 218 Parsonage St., federal agents and state police seized a pot column still capable of producing 150 to 200 gallons of whiskey per day. Agents also found equipment on the main and second floor of the building, reporting the still had a mash capacity of 1,500 to 2,000 gallons. The perpetrator apparently had been under surveillance for some time as the raid occurred immediately following the “first test run” of his illegally-produced product. Answer #2 According to the Yellow’s website, www.yrc.com, “In the early days of the company, owner A.J. Harrell hired chemists at E.I. DuPont to determine the safest color on the road. The company’s research led to Swamp Holly Orange, the natural color of berries on the swamp holly shrub. When he was told Swamp Holly Orange was the color most visible from the greatest distance, Harrell didn’t miss a beat. “All right,” he said. “Then that’s the color for Yellow.” In all things that are purely social, we can be as separate as the fingers, yet one as the hand in all things essential to mutual progress. Booker T. Washington
Applause Theater lists dates for The Wizard of Oz By JACK SMILES
jsmiles@psdispatch.com
The Applause Theater had originally scheduled a November opening for its production of
L. Frank Baum’s “The Wizard of Oz” in the Downtown Arts II venue in the former St. Casimir’s Church at 64 Church St., Pittston. But code deficiencies held up
construction in the former church and the opening was
postponed. Work has progressed and, be-
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Joey Saunders is like most eight-year-old boys. He’s got a ton of energy. He likes to play sports and run around with his friends. He has a dog, Sniper who is like most dogs. He likes to run around and play, too. But Joey is also different from most eight-year-old boys. And Sniper, a yellow lab, is different from most dogs. Joey has Type 1 Diabetes with hypoglycemic unawareness. That means Joey can’t tell when his blood sugars drop low. But Sniper can. That’s important because Joey’s sugars can drop when he is playing or sleeping, an event that can cause seizures, coma and even death Joey wears an insulin pump with a monitor which can detect
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when his sugars drop dangerously low, but the device is no match for an alert dog like Sniper who can sense a blood sugar drop 20 to 30 minutes before the monitor. A dog like Sniper, who is still undergoing training, can cost several thousand dollars. Next Sunday, Dec. 23, at Gerrity’s Market in West Pittston a “Bagging for Charity” event from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. will raise money to help pay for Sniper. Joey’s family and friends will be bagging groceries for shoppers who can make donations. Joey and Sniper will be there. When fully trained Sniper will smell Joey’s blood sugar, know if
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Joey Saunders with his dog Sniper who is trained to sense Joey's blood sugar levels.
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present “The Wizard of Oz” with special arrangements by TamsWitmark, New York. The production is under the direction of Pittston native Wally Kulick, with musical direction by William Mentz. The show stars Skyler Makutch, Mountain Top ( Dorothy); Darnell Armitage, Pittston ( Scarecrow); Kat Moran, West Pittston ( Tin Man); Billy Joe Herbert, Hughestown (Lion); and co-stars Ashlee Danko,
Tickets purchased for the cancelled November dates are good for the respective Janurary dates. Applause and the center spent thousands converting the church, building a handicapped rest room, upgrading the electrical and tearing out kitchen equipment that was below code. Upstairs, partitions were built, the floor was resurfaced, wall cracks were patched and painted. Bill Mentz, president of Covington Studios, designed and built a stunning performance space. Covington fabricated a box office/ticket booth out of three confessionals.
S H O W D AT E S Applause Theater will present L. Frank Baum’s “The Wizard of Oz” in the Downtown Arts II venue in the former St. Casimir’s Church at 64 Church St., Pittston on the following dates: Fri., Jan. 4 - 7:30 p.m. Sat., Jan. 5 - 7:30 p.m. Sun., Jan. 6 - 3 p.m. Fri., Jan. 11 - 7:30 p.m. Sat., Jan. 12 - 7:30 p.m. Sun., Jan. 13 - 3 p.m.
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OUR OPINION
Mural says much about who we are
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t the official dedication of the Heritage Mural on the Dental Building on South Main Street on Wednesday evening one speaker after another talked about how the mural depicts our heritage, our history, our culture. One of the speakers said the mural “is us.” Let us add this: it’s a good thing the shoulders on the miner on the mural are huge, because tens of thousands of us stood on them. Though it was also said, correctly, that our ancestors who worked in the mines and even in the garment factories were exploited, let us remember that these were the lives they chose and these were the lives that lifted many who came after them to college degrees and better lives. We’re surprised the mural isn’t a bigger sensation. If anyone of us were to travel out of the area and see a similar mural somewhere, it would be all we would talk about when we came back. We’d be snapping photos with our smart phones and texting them to friends. Anyone reading these words who hasn’t seen the mural, don’t take our word for it, make a visit to Pittston and check it out. It will blow you away. While, as the speakers said, the mural is a symbol of Greater Pittston’s past, it is also a symbol of Greater Pittston’s future. It’s just one of the many new features of the downtown which have made Pittston a hub of sorts. The new downtown is attracting development like the Gilbro project, an office and retail complex being built at William and North Main streets that will house North Penn Legal Services and 22 lawyers. The plan is for North Penn to consolidate its Wilkes-Barre and Scranton offices in Pittston. Many city officials past and present have touted the city as a hub for living and working because of its location as a midpoint between Wilkes-Barre and Scranton, but to little effect. That people would come to Pittston to live and work was more dream than reality. Now that North Penn and Riverfront and Burne condos are making a reality of the dream, we hope it starts a trend. Look how high the broad shoulders of our miner ancestors have lifted us.
YOUR OPINION Reader pens poem titled ‘What Is Christmas?’ Christmas is a merry time A time for exchanging gifts, A time for bells to chime! Christmas is for spreading love Which is sent from Jesus above. Decorating trees putting up the Christmas lights, Children wondering where Santa Claus is setting his sights, Exchanging Christmas cards, Dressing in shining attire, Drinking homemade wine, Eating chestnuts by an open fire. Christmas is here, It is here at last, The holiday sure comes around very fast! Picking a child’s name
Off the needy tree, These are some things That go down in history. Toys piled on Santa’s sleigh, Reindeer flying on Christmas Eve, These are some things we all Grew up to believe! So as Rudolph guides the Sleigh through the snow. With his shiny red nose aglow We can all realize that Santa Claus Comes from the shining stars above, And we can all believe, my friends, That “Christmas” is a time for Friendship and love.
Michael J. English Pittston Township
‘Christmas is …’ expressed in reader’s poem Christmas is a time for giving A time for love a time for living A time to reflect a time to do A time to enjoy what’s in front of you. Christmas is a time for prayer A time for hope a time to share A time for peace a time for caring A time to be grateful for all you’re sharing Christmas is a time for heart A time for forgiveness a time to start A time for family a time to repent A time for Christmas cards to be sent Christmas is a time for glee A time for fun a time to be happy
A time to decorate a time for cheer A time to cherish love ones near Christmas is a time in December A time for thankfulness a time to remember A time for religion a time to pray A time for God on this glorious day A Christmas wish for all the Pittston Dispatch readers. I’m an avid fan of the Dispatch. A great paper. Through all the Valley has endured over the last few years, we still all have a lot to be thankful for. Peace to all, may God bless. Have a happy and healthy Christmas season and New Year. Love your neighbor, peace on Earth. Michael Lizza West Pittston
Believe … or else
Maria Jiunta Heck
Mary R. Ehret, MS, RD, LDN Penn State Cooperative Extension
Holiday foods can be healthy ‘Tis the season to have many more items on the “to do” list then we possibly can ever accomplish. We may find ourselves rushing to shop for and visit family and friends. Unfortunately, when we are in a rush, we inevitably making poor food choices. Many holiday get-togethers or those quick stops to pick up are missing one or more ingredients for that healthy food item. Be choosey this holiday season; choose foods that include some nutrients for the calories. Let’s first begin with holiday drinks. Last week’s column discussed which drinks are best to choose more often. Encourage kids and teenagers to choose drinks like this spicy cocoa mix instead of soda or fruit drinks. It’s easy to make ahead and store on the counter in plain sight. Next, take a look at the snacks in the refrigerator and cupboards. Keep healthier version of dips instead of high fat no protein dips; look for high protein low fat dips. Below, the black and white bean dip can be made with rinsed canned beans which are very economical, easy and have less sodium. Keep the dip in the refrigerator for impromptu get together and hungry adolescents. Serve with sliced cucumbers or whole grain pita, sliced into wedges. Last but not least, dessert. First, choose recipes or choices that have some fruit in them. Fruit naturally lowers the calories and increases our sense of fullness. If you plan to make dessert or cookies, be generous, save some for your tasting and give the rest away in small quantities. Spicy Cocoa Mix
21/2 cups packed dark brown sugar 2 cups cocoa 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves Skim milk Process in a food processor until well blended. Heat 6 ounces of skim milk, stir in 1 ½ tablespoons cocoa mix. Makes 5 cups. Black and White Bean Dip
1 1/2 cups black beans, cooked or canned, rinsed and drained1 1/2 cups Great Northern beans, cooked or canned, rinsed and drained1 large tomato, chopped1 small red onion, chopped1/4 cup fresh chopped cilantro1 tablespoon chili powder11/2 teaspoons ground cumin1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper Combine all ingredients; mix well. Refrigerate before serving. Source: Idaho Bean Commission Baked Stuffed Apples in the Crockpot 6 medium tart red apples 3/4 cup light brown sugar 1/4 cup golden seedless raisins 1 Tbsp grated orange peel 1 Tbsp cinnamon 1/4 cup soft butter 2 cups very hot water 3 Tbsp orange juice concentrate Wash, core and stem the apples, but don’t peel them. Spray crock pot with nonfat cooking spray. Stand apples upright and stuff them each with 2 Tbsp brown sugar, 2 tsp raisins and the 1/8 tsp each of cinnamon and orange peel. Pour the hot water into the cooker. Sprinkle the orange juice concentrate over the apples. Cover the cooker and cook on low for 3 to 5 hours, or until the apples are tender. 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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They exchange The Look again as I shuffle from I’m sad. It’s Christmas and I need children who still believe. You know, in miracles and all that oth- the room muttering utterances of: “Ungrateful. er crap. Something other than their phones, or lap- Brats. Non-Believers. Toilet Seat Up Again…” To squelch my incessant whining, they did write tops or Pringles. I thought I’d be relieved once everyone figured their lists and I did put them in an envelope to Sanout The Truth. I thought I’d feel less pressure, less ta. I understand it’s ludicrous and demented, but is anxiety during the season. No more pretending! that so wrong? I’ve had a challenging year and, by No more threatening them with this annual nugget: God, if I want a little freaking Christmas Magic “I swear to God, Santa won’t come if you lick your then you can bet your damned candy cane martini brother’s face one more time!” and have it induce and jingle bells that I will pretend until I get it! Today, a glimmer of hope! fear. I was decorating the tree, by myself, natch. My No one believes and I’m teary. You know we tightly-wound adults relive our husband was directing my tinsel placement from own childhood through our children, and for one his chair, with a Dorito, with one eye on the asinine day out of the year, it’s pure, unadulterated yee- football game, and as I was telling him where I was haw! I love feeling the specialness of being a child going to shove said tinsel, my older son caught a glimpse of our Christmas again. A child with sagAngel. ging jowls and a road map Normally, I’m a pretty happy person, but I The Christmas Angel – of Sri Lanka on my belly, tell you, for these few weeks in December, who began this her gig 20 but a child nonetheless. my happiness reaches a pitch-perfect creyears ago, wayyyy before When my kids thought scendo … and it’s up to my offspring to anyone knew what the hell the Chubster (and I mean sprinkle the joy all around me like fertilizer an Elf on a Shelf was, arSanta, not me) was piling rives seasonally with a gifts around the living to cultivate the myth. note stuck in her angel room, all labeled and wings; a note from Santastacked according to height (Santa totally has OCD), things were… al- Maria. The note is always regarding something benefimost mystical. Normally, I’m a pretty happy person, but I tell cial to me, i.e. threatening them with nothing but a you, for these few weeks in December, my happi- steamy pile of dog doo under the tree if they don’t ness reaches a pitch-perfect crescendo … and it’s stop with the Wet Willies, telling them that the up to my offspring to sprinkle the joy all around me clothes on their floor smell like cod and need to be washed … the usual. like fertilizer to cultivate the myth. “Hey,” my son pointed out, “how come the I want the magic back. And short of adopting a sweet little baby from Haiti, I am forcing this magic Christmas Angel hasn’t been hidden yet?” “Well, you’ve made it abundantly clear that you on my almost-grown children. I keep repeating my irritating mantra: “You must have no interest in Santa anymore so why would believe to receive … you must believe to re- that poor Christmas Angel schlep here every day ceive…” until everyone covers their ears and turns carrying messages from a man you think is a fantasy? Girlfriend has better things to do this week, like up that stupid South Park really, really loudly. It’s no use … they’ve checked-out. But if Santa subbing for the Tooth Fairy so that poor, overcame with X Box games, preferably rated M, worked girl can go on that cruise to St. Thomas they’d not only believe in him, they’d have a statue with Jack Frost.” “But … we’ve always had the Christmas Angel. of him on a shrine, next to the controller and CheeWe still have to look for her every morning. It’s, tos, surrounded by candles. I urged the kids to write their Christmas lists. like, not Christmas without her…” Oh, music to my ears! The little farts want to beSanta needed them early this year because he/she has learned the phenomenal economic benefits of lieve! I’m hiding the Christmas Angel right now with a a thing called “Layaway.” I scream: “Kids! Santa needs your lists! THE note telling them to put the toilet seat down before my 3 a.m. tinkle or nothing in their stockings. FREAKING LISTS! STAT!” If I can just get them to sit on Santa’s lap in the I get The Look. The Look which says: “We don’t know if she’s Mall, all will be right in my skewed little snow ‘clinically’ mentally altered or not, but let’s not globe world. Too much? Probably. But as long as there’s a take any chances. Let’s just go along with the wackChristmas Angel, I can manipulate. It’s the best a-doo this holiday season.” My oldest son said: “Mom. Really? Santa? I way to run Christmas at the asylum. Trust me. Let the magic begin! mean … can’t I just tell YOU what I’d like?” “HELL, NO! If you tell me, than how will Santa even KNOW what you want? For God’s sake, man, Maria Heck’s readers never stop believing in her you don’t mess with North Pole protocol! What’s and enjoying her column which appears in this wrong with you?!!” space every other week.
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breaker boy and he related the Her leadership was major in or- her courage in establishing the work was back breaking and was ganizing a union of over 10,000 rights of women in the garment hard on the hands and fingers members. industry. She later became an adcausing them to bleed. He was Two prominent local women vocate in Harrisburg and was the not too happy with the overseer associated with the garment organizer of the retired ladies of as well. the ILGWU known as Mae’s workers come to mind. The garment industry is deOne is Clem Lyons, who was Riders. picted by women sitting at sew- the Business Agent for locals The women who worked in the ing machines dressed garment industry in a period of clothwere remarkable. ing earlier than the The women who worked in the garment They worked in conwomen in our era industry were remarkable. They worked in ditions that were not wore. The garment conditions that were not as comfortable as as comfortable as toindustry took roots in day’s standards. With today’s standards. With pride and perhaps pride Wyoming and Lackaand perhaps wanna valleys in the some days with apprehension went to work some days with ap1930s when the de- to help support their families and themprehension went to mand for coal as a selves. They were a group of women who work to help support source of energy be- lifted the bar for younger women. Their their families and gan to decline. “Run themselves. They away” garment facto- contributions are appreciated and not for- were a group of ries from the hubs of gotten. women who lifted Manhattan emerged the bar for younger in the mining towns women. Their contriwhere labor was plentiful and 249 and 295. Clem is remem- butions are appreciated and not apparel unions practically non- bered for her dedication and forgotten. existent. Wives and daughters of stance in representing the womA large locomotive looms in unemployed and underemployed en who worked in the local in- the mural depicting the Lehigh mine workers were hired for dustry. The clicking of her high Valley Railroad which carried cheaper rates making profit mar- heeled shoes announced her ar- anthracite coal from eastern gins greater for the manufactur- rival in the factories. It was said Pennsylvania and points west. er. by many women workers when The railroad was born out of the In 1944, Mrs. Minnie Lurye Clem appeared everything need to have reliable transportaMatheson was dispatched to would be alright. tion to the industrial areas in the Wyoming Valley to organize The other, Mae Reddington east. Prior to that time coal was “Run Away” garment factories. McHugh is also remembered for hauled by barge on the river ca-
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Main Street in downtown Pittston is the talk of the town. Comments on the new look and progress are abounding with pride and astonishment. Are we surprised? We are elated and proud! Talk on Wednesday evening, Dec.12, by officials, citizens and friends related to the dedication and blessing by Father Paul McDonnell of the mural framing the wall of the Pittston Dental building. The painting which is done in brown, gold and tan tones depicts three industries: coal mining, garment, and railroad. All were vital to the stability of our area for almost a century. The Heritage Mural not only marks the history of our city but it is also a tribute to the men and women who worked in the industries to provide a living for their families. They are our fathers, brothers, uncles, mothers, sisters, aunts, cousins and friends. Painted in the mural are two coal miners seated in front of a colliery with looks of exhaustion visible upon their faces. Digging for coal beneath the earth for eight hours was back breaking requiring great stamina. Miners descended into the mines with great courage hoping they would come up to the ground after a day’s work. Accidents and coal dust later known as black lung claimed the lives of many miners. What is recalled about this era is miners coming home with blacken faces and clothes equally as black that took a great deal of effort to clean. The many collieries that were located in the valley have disappeared but remains of the culm dumps are still visible. Four unsmiling Breaker Boys standing in front of the colliery are also depicted in the painting. The ages of the boys ranged from ten to fourteen. They worked in the colliery seated in rows of three or four across picking slated out of the coal as it passed through the bins. A boss stood over them dictating the pace of the work. Uncle Sam Miceli worked as a
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Today, Sunday, Dec. 16 at 5 p.m., the Second Presbyterian Church, Parsonage Street, Pittston will hold their annual Christmas program which will include songs, recitations and conclude with a Nativity Play. Jennie Davis, Sara Thomas and Elaine Bell are in charge of this program and parents of the Sunday School will host a reception afterwards in the Fellowship Hall with a visit from Santa Claus. Sunday School is held every Sunday morning beginning at 9:30 a.m., followed by worship at 11 a.m. The Rev. David Brague is pastor of the church. For additional information, contact the church office at 6541411.
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Are you having a hard time finding the Christmas spirit? The Parish Community of St. John the Evangelist Church is inviting the public take a break from their busy holiday schedules to come and listen to some of the most-loved and cherished Christmas carols and hymns which will be performed at the church located at 35 William Street, Pittston, today Sunday, Dec. 16 at 7 p.m. Nine Scripture lessons recount the Fall, the promise of a Messiah and Incarnation and the Great Commission to preach the Good News. Each lesson is followed by a carol or song that reflects on the lesson. The festival is a service of Scripture and song that dates to the late 19th century.
Christmas Cantata
A Merry Christmas, a Cantata for Christmas by David Clydesdale will be presented by the choir of the Christian and Missionary Alliance Church, 317 Luzerne Avenue, West Pittston, today, Sunday, Dec. 16, at 7 p.m. in the church sanctuary. This musical presentation is open to the community without cost. Choir participants include Brian and Debbie Shaffer and
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The Yatesville Borough Auxiliary announces the annual Children’s Christmas Party will be held at 2 p.m. today, Sunday, Dec. 16 held at the Borough Building. All Yatesville Borough residents of 12 years of age and younger are invited to attend the party. Santa Claus will make an appearance to present all children with Christmas gifts. Refreshments will be served. Those planning to attend are asked to make reservations by calling 654-7585 or 655-8088 by Dec. 13.
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Lithuanian Social Club donates to free clinic The officers of the Lithuanian Social and Beneficial Club of Pittston recently presented a check for $2000 to the Care and Concern Free Health Clinic of St. John the Evangelist Parish in Pittston. The Clinic, which is opened on Wednesday evenings, serves people who have no insurance and are underinsured. Directors of the Clinic said the donation was truly appreciated and will be used to help pay for diagnostic services for patients. The group toured the Clinic after the presentation. Shown, left to right, David Kizis (director); Dr . John Callahan, Medical Director; Msgr. John J. Bendik, Pastor; Gloria Blandina, Clinic Director; Ed Maleski (president) Jim Collins (director) John Kovaleski (treasurer) Scott Skesavage (director). Absent from photo Adam Montville (director) Rich McNeil (director) Luanne Davis (manager).
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Red Hat luncheon
Blooms & Bubbles, the Pittston Chapter of the Red Hats, will hold their annual Christmas Luncheon at Fox Hill Country Club on Wednesday, December 19 at 12:30 pm. Club Member, Edythe Kepics will be the hostess. Jenkins Lunch Bunch
The Jenkins Township Class of ’51 Lunch Bunch will meet on Thursday, December 20, at Costello’s, 67 S Wyoming Avenue Edwardsville at noon. All classmates are welcome. Hughestown Santa
The Hughestown Hose Company will be hosting their Annual Breakfast with Santa at the fire station banquet hall on Sunday, Dec. 23. The breakfast starts at 7 a.m. and the last seating will be at noon. Santa Claus will be arriving by 8 a.m. and he will be handing out gift bags to all of the children who attend. After Santa arrives, he will also be available for pictures. There will be many activities for the children to participate in during the breakfast and Mrs. Claus will also be on hand to read stories to the children as well. Tickets are $8 and children five and under are free. Tickets for the breakfast can be purchased at the door during the event. This year’s Annual Toy Raffle, which will be pulled during the Breakfast with Santa, is a Lionel Firefighter’s Train Set with track and transformer.
Tickets are $3 each. Tickets for the raffle are available from any department member or by calling Station 143 at 654-4188 and leaving a message. Right after the Breakfast with Santa, the Hughestown Hose Company will be collecting canned goods from the residents on Sunday, Dec 23, starting at noon. Residents are reminded to have their canned goods in a plastic or paper bag on their front porch no later than our noon start time. Hughestown Lions
The Hughestown Lions Club will meet Monday evening, Dec. 17, at 6 p.m. at the Hughestown Hose Company. President Steve Golya, the Officers and members of the club will make their annual visit to St. Joseph’s Center home in the borough to bring gifts and good wishes to the young men and women of the home. The Lions club also decorates the home each year for the Holiday. Everyone is welcome to join in the festivities. PA Class of 2013
Pittston Area class of 2013 will meet on Tuesday, Dec. 18 in the high school lobby at 1 p.m. Avon orders can be picked up at that time. Poppy seed, nut rolls
Pick-up date is Dec. 20 for poppy seed rolls and nut rolls sold for the holiday season by parishioners of St. Peter’s Lutheran church, 100 Rock St., Hughestown. Blue Christmas service
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The Jenkins Twp. Lions Club Christmas Packaging Party will be held on Friday, Dec. 21 at 6:30 p.m. in the Jenkins Twp. Fire Co. Hall. Gifts will be packaged for residents of the Wesley Village and River View Manor Nursing Homes. Proceeds from the annual bridge collection will fund this Christmas project. Club members and guests who wish to attend are asked to RSVP to Stanley 654-2313 before Dec. 16. Those attending are asked to bring canned foods for the Greater Pittston Food Pantry La Leche to wrap gifts
Members of the Greater Pittston La Leche League will be available to gift wrap purchases at Barnes and Noble, Arena Hub Plaza, Wilkes-Barre from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 21. Free information about breastfeeding and scheduled meeting dates for 2013 will be available for interested families.
For more information, call Help Line at 829-1341. New Years Eve Party
The Dupont V.F.W. Post 4909 Home Association will hold its annual New Year’s Eve Party at the post home on Monday, Dec. 31 with a buffet dinner served from 7:30 to 9 p.m. and a six hour open bar available from 7:30 to 1:30 a.m. Muscial entertainment by the Home Town Boyz from 9:30 to 1:30 p.m. Meat and cheese trays, snacks, coffee and donuts will be available before midnight. Hats, leis, noisemakers will be furnished. Donation is $38 per person tickets and reservations may be made with Bob at the VFW or by calling 654-9104. Deadline for tickets is Sunday, Dec. 30. All PLCB regulations apply. No tickets will be sold at the door. Big Band Society
The Big Band Society of Northeastern Pa will have a dinner dance on Friday,January 4, 2013 at Genetti’s Hotel and Convention Center Wilkes Barre. This event is for members only. The doors will open at 5:45 p.m. with dinner at 6:30 p.m. Music is provided by Mike She-
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Area church sings carols for seniors Recently some members of the Second Presbyterian Church, Parsonage Street, Pittston entertained the guests with singing of Christmas Carols at both the Highland Manor Nursing Center, Exeter and Wesley Village, Inkerman. Also joining the group were therapy dogs, Dozer & Cora with their owners Mary Golya and Nancy Klapatch. Dozer and Cora are regular visitors to many assisted living and adult day care facilities in the Scranton /WilkesBarre area. Shown in the first row isNancy Klapatch and her dog Cora and Mary Golya with Dozer. Second row: Patty Martinelli, Sara Thomas, Karen Christein, Elaine Bell, Michele Brague, Julie Lucarella, Karen Sobuta and Toni Ardiere. Back row is Lou Lucarella and the Rev. David Brague. Photo was taken by Tony Martinelli. Sunday School is held every Sunday morning beginning at at 9:30 am, followed by worship at 11:00 am. The Rev. David Brague is pastor of the church.
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At left, the members and friends of the Falls Senior Center sponsored by the Area Agency on Aging for Luzerne/Wyoming counties recently started the holiday season with a class in bow making and decorating with live greenery. Pictured, front row, from left, Norma Talbot, Carol Hill, Marie Dowse, Violet Treat and Nancy McKinney. Second row, Twila Watkins,Gayle Bodin,Nancy Fitch, Elaine Pendleton, Darlene Headley and Pattie Gregorio.
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A federal appeals court has ruled homosexual harassment is not illegal if neither the actor nor the victim is homosexual. In explaining the decision, the appeals court took a somewhat unique perspective on the issue of same-sex workplace harassment. Although it recognized that the construction worker “was the primary and constant victim of offensive abuse and harassment, much of it in the nature of sexual vulgarity ...” it also explained that there was “no claim or evidence that either (the superintendent ) or (the construction worker) is homosexual or effeminate.” On the contrary, the court recognized “there is plenty of evidence that (the superintendent) is a worldclass trash talker and the master of vulgarity in an environment where these characteristics abound... .” Looked at another way, the court of appeals found that the superintendent’s misconduct of simulating sex, uttering homophobic epithets, making lewd gestures and exposing himself didn’t rise to unlawful harassment under the Civil Rights Act because they were directed at an employee who was not a homosexual or noticeably effeminate. In further explaining its decision, the court stated that the civil rights law is “ not a general civility code for the American workplace ... nor is it the business of federal courts generally to clean up the language and conduct of construction sites...” The court explained that the civil rights law “protects employees against workplace discrimination, not all forms of mistreatment.” *** Georgia has implemented a new homeschooling law on July 1 that requires homeschoolers to submit their declaration of intent to homeschool to the Georgia Department of Education instead of the county school systems and to submit annual instead of monthly reports.
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Pittston's Tomato Festival Committee met at Tony Wine Cellar. Seated, left to right: Jessica Linskey, Jenn Anglo, Alan Dente, Gina Miscavage, Lori Nocito, Joleen Lazecki, Lee Bantell, Ginger Murphy, Nick Chiumento. Standing: Tom Sewatsky, Jim Zarra, Mike Lombardo, Jay Duffy, Christa Mecadon, Jerry Mecadon, Kristina McHale, Clairellen Hopple, Theresa Colella, Sal Sciacca, Mike Sowinski, Ben Tielle.
Tomato Festival group closes out 2012
Committee readies for the 30th anniversary in 2013 By TONY CALLAIO
Sunday Dispatch Correspondent
• Luzerne County Culture Council’s Miles for Mules: Tomato Mule • Pittston City Fire Department security cameras • Sidewalk restoration grant for downtown businesses • “Welcome to Pittston” and “Welcome to Yatesville” signs
• Pittston/West Pittston Fourth of July fireworks • St. Vincent de Paul Kitchen • St. Francis of Assisi • Relay for Life/American Cancer Society • Greater Pittston YMCA • Pittston Manor Assisted Living Center: gifts for residents
• Landscaping/maintenance of Pittston Library and Tomato Festival grounds • Farmers’ Market • Non-profit organizations that were allowed to set up booths at no cost for the Tomato Festival – a value of $375
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The Pittston Tomato Festival Executive Committee closed out 2012 with a meeting at Tony’s Wine Cellar. Tomato Fest Chairperson Lori Nocito discussed donations and contributions to organizations and the City of Pittston over the last 15 years. The festival will celebrate its 30th anniversary in 2013. Festival co-chair Jim Zarra spoke on the improvements in the next two years which include finding a permanent home for the festival. According to Zarra, the old Frushon Produce lot is the likely place. “We can make a permanent structure there that would house a stand, stage area, storage and maybe an office area,” he said. Other items discussed included making a future constructed area behind the Pittston Library
to be utilized as the amusement rides area. This would free up the lower parking lot for the bandshell. The organization is looking to purchase a band shell instead of renting one every year. Nocito mentioned dozens of charities, civic and government agencies that benefited from the profits of the Festivals over the years, including: • Scholarships to Luzerne County Head Start students • Meals on Wheels • Greater Pittston Food Pantry/Care and Concern Clinic • Miles for Michael • Pittston Memorial Library • Pittston City Millennium Clock Restoration • Greater Pittston Coats for Kids • Concrete table and chairs for Pittston City streetscape • American Cancer Society daffodils • Stauffer Heights star restoration at Pittston Area
Tomato Festival Executive Committee members. Seated, left to right: Susan Lombardo, Lori Nocito, Jay Duffy. Standing: Jim Zarra, Tom Sewatsky, Jerry Mecadon, Mike Lombardo, Ben Tielle.
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Getting in the Party organizer Ann Perrins shows the decorations underneath a Christmas tree made by residents of Crossin Towers.
Felicia Sokolowsky displays a placemat she decorated for the holidays.
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Nancy Dessoye, center, joins Rava Decker, left, and Betty Jumper in singing Christmas carols.
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Moose note 100 years with party
Bernie Cassetori, center, current adminstrator at the Moose Lodge, presents a certificate of membership to the Moose 25 Club to Bob Bartoli, left, and Brian Thornton, right.
Moose Lodge 1207 hosted a 100th anniversary open house and party for members and guests on Saturday, December 8. At the open house from 1 to 5 p.m. souvenirs and memorabilia from over the century were displayed. Speakers were West Pittston Historian Bill Hastie George Nisky, the oldest living member who joined in 1948 and is a past president. In conjunction with the Lodge’s 100th anniversary celebration, member Doug Warabak embark left on bike ride to Florida dubbed “Doug’s Tour de Moose” to raise money for the Moosehaven Endowment Fund. As of Saturday Warabak was in Maryland.
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Past and present Moose officers gathered for a photo. Seated, left to right: Joan Pribula, Rosemary Maisino, and Kathy Levengood, ladies president of the Moose. Standing: Tommy Moose, Gov. Dan Castner, Len Pribula, George Nisky, Bob As a part of services provided, the Moose donates stuff moose animals to the West Pittston Police department for child involved tragic situations. Shown in the photo are, left to right: Moose Governor Dan Castner, West Pittston Mayor Tony Denisco, Patrolman Tony Calabro, and Tommy Moose.
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Public service is what it's all about in the Pribula family. Len, Sr., left, served as a Moose governor in
George Nisky, 88-years old, is the sole surving Pilgram of the Moose Lodge 1207 in West Pittston. George joined the orga-
West Pittston resident and local historian, Bill Hastie, spoke about the school that sat on the site of the cur-
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Larry and Alberta Phelps look over archived photos to find Alberta's father, Paul Keim.
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In the towns
Neighborhood Crime Watch meeting Tuesday Fire Dept. tree sale includes delivery The Avoca Neighborhood Crime Watch will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec.18 at the Avoca Municipal Building, 752 Main St. At this meeting, the newlypurchased crime watch street signs will be on display. They will be installed at various locations throughout the community. Residents who would like to join the group can also complete a free membership form at this meeting. Members are provided with pin numbers which allow them to anonymously report any suspicious activity in their neighborhood to 911. Crime watch meetings take place on the third Tuesday of every month. Langcliffe Presbyterian
Be on the lookout today for members of the Langcliffe Presbyterian Church. They will perform “Random Acts of Christmas Kindness” this afternoon at various local supermarkets. The congregation of the Langcliffe Presbyterian Church invites the community to its Candle Light Service at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 23 at the church, 1001 Main St. There will be a pot luck dinner after the service. The congregation will have a joint Christmas Eve service at 10 p.m. at the Moosic Presbyterian Church, 625 Main St., Moosic. Christmas tree sale
Members of the Avoca Fire Department are holding their annual Christmas tree sale at the hose company, 740 Main St. Stop by and see an assortment
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of trees to find the one that will be perfect in your living room. The price range is $35 to $45 and the department offers free delivery. Sale hours are 6 to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. For more information, visit www.avocafire.net. Queen of the Apostles
Queen of the Apostles Parish children’s Christmas play and party will take place at 1 p.m. today, Dec. 16 in St. Mary’s School auditorium, 742 Spring St. There will be an Advent Evening Prayer Service at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 20 at the church. The evening vespers will be prayed. Christmas Eve and Day services will take place at St. Mary’s Church, 715 Hawthorne St., at the following times: Christmas Eve: 4 p.m., children’s liturgy; 11:30 p.m., traditional Christmas hymns followed by Midnight Mass; Christmas Day: 9:30 and 11 a.m. Mass. The Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession) will be available from 6 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 19; 2 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 22 and at 7 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 23. The parish is collecting supplies for victims of the Hurricane Sandy Disaster in the Lindenhurst, NY, area. Canned foods, rubber gloves, masks, paper towels, mops, brooms or other cleaning supplies can be placed in the collection boxes in the back of the church. The oplatek (Christmas wafer) have been blessed for use during Christmas Eve meals. They are available in the church. Suggested donation is $2. Parishioners are currently selling the stocking stuffer edition of
their Pot of Gold Match the Daily Number raffle tickets for January. Tickets are $10 each. The winning number is based on the evening daily number of the Pennsylvania Lottery. Anyone who has a specific ticket number they would like to purchase or to just simply pur-
chase a ticket may call the parish office at 457-3412. The ticket will be mailed. The parish has its annual Little Blue Book Advent and Christmas devotional available. If you would like one, call the parish office. LLVSA half day Dec. 21
The Lower Lackawanna Valley Sanitary Authority (LLVSA) business office will close at noon on Friday, Dec. 21 for computer maintenance. The LLVSA business office will be closed Dec. 24 and 25
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I don’t know about you, but the hectic pace of holiday preparation makes it tough to feel the Christmas spirit at times. Lucky for us, Nativity of Our Lord Parish has the perfect event taking place this week to boost our spirits and usher us into Christmas week. Nativity of Our Lord Parish will host a Community Christmas Carol Sing-A-Long at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 20 in the auditorium of Holy Rosary School, 125 Stephenson St. The sing-along will feature old and new sacred and secular favorites. Several parish choirs and music directors from the Greater Pittston area will also join in the festivities and share the musical selections they will sing for their parishes’ Christmas liturgies. Refreshments will be served throughout the evening. A free will offering will be accepted.
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Tracey’s Hope Hospice Care Program and Rescue for Domestic Animals, Inc., Duryea is still accepting donations to support the veterinary and nutritional care for the four purebred Weimaraners recently rescued locally from inhumane conditions. These dogs are severely malnourished, very frail and fearful. However, they are safe at Tracey’s Hope. Donations can be sent to: Tracey’s Hope 4 Weimaraners c/o Pennstar Bank 801 S. Main St. Taylor, PA 18517. For more information, call Tracey’s Hope at 457-1625.
The Rev. Andrew Sinnott, the Rev. Joseph Elston and parishioners of Nativity of Our Lord Parish invite the community to their Christmas Eve and Day services: Christmas Eve, 4 p.m. at Holy Rosary Church, 127 Stephenson St.; 8 p.m. at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, 529 Stephenson St.; and midnight at Holy Rosary Church. Christmas Day, 9 a.m. at Holy Rosary; 11 a.m. at Sacred Heart of Jesus. The Sacrament of Reconciliation will be available at Holy Rosary Church from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. today, Dec. 16; from 3:30 to 430 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 19; and from 6:30 to 7:30
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Independent Bible Church will present “The Sounds of Christmas,” a candlelight Christmas Eve service with hymns and scripture reading presenting the incarnation of Jesus Christ, at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 24 at the church, 328 Main St. PNCC lists services
The Rev. Carmen Bolock and the parishioners of St. Mary’s Polish National Catholic Church, 200 Stephenson St., invite the community to their Christmas services: Christmas Eve, 11:45 p.m., special music followed by a midnight procession to the manger and blessing of the crib, Christmas trees and Christmas candle; concluding with the Pasterka Shepherd’s Mass. Christmas Day: 9 a.m., Mass of Christmas Day and Benediction. The parish also has blessed Christmas wafers (oplatek) available following the 9:30 a.m. Mass each Sunday at the church, 200 Stephenson St., or at the rectory. To pick one up at the rectory, call 457-2291. Pack 375 party Monday
Elaine Healey, president of the Dupont Ladies Auxiliary of VFW Post 4909 presents a monetary donation to the Lions Club President Dan Lello.
District Governor Dennis Cook does the honor of installing Vivian Barket, the newest member of the Dupont Lions club. From left, are Cook, Bryk and sponsor Denise Hudzinski.
Duryea Cub Scout Pack 375 will have its Christmas party at 7 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 17 at the Sacred Heart Hall, Stephenson Street. The Scouts will exchange gifts and will be treated to a visit with Santa who will distribute the cars and boats to the boys for Derby Day in February. A homemade pizza party will follow the pack meeting. Parents will bring snacks for the party.
The Duryea Borough Sewer Authority will hold a special meeting at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 18 in the Duryea Municipal Building, 315 Main St., to adopt the 2013 budget. Boy Scout Troop 285
Congratulations to Boy Scout Josh Houghtlin of Troop 285, Duryea, who passed the NEPA Council Eagle Scout Board of Review on Nov. 28. Houghtlin is the Troop’s 21st Eagle Scout. Boy Scout Troop 285 will hold its Christmas party on Dec. 20 at the American Legion Brennan Regan Post 585, 329 Main St. The Scouts will be treated to pizza and wings. They will bring snacks for the party. All 2013 dues and registration must be paid by the party date. There will be an Eagle Scout reception for Ryan Burdick at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 19 at the American Legion post home. The Scouts are reminded to wear their full dress uniforms to this event.
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Community Christmas carol sing-a-long Thursday
LLVSA half day
The Lower Lackawanna Valley Sanitary Authority (LLVSA) business office will close at noon on Friday, Dec. 21 for computer maintenance. The LLVSA business office will be closed Dec. 24 and 25 and Jan. 1 in observance of Christmas and New Year’s Day. Call LLVSA at 655-1665 with any questions. Legion Sons fund raiser
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No increase in boro refuse rates for 2013 The 2013 refuse program rates will not increase for next year, Dupont Council revealed Tuesday at their meeting. Fees for refuse bags are residential, $105; seniors, $75; and commercial, $150. The 2013 garbage bags are now on sale. No notices for refuse bags will be sent to residents; they can be picked up at the municipal office during business hours. To accommodate residents, the Dupont Municipal Office will be open until 6 pm Related Duon Thursdays pont Council and from 1 to 3 story, page 5 p.m. on Saturdays beginning Dec. 20 and continuing through Jan. 31. Solicitor Erik Dingle reported on the status of the delinquent sewer accounts. He stated that this year the municipality took an aggressive stand on non-payment sewer bills and nuisance violations. Dozens of lawsuits have been filed and the borough is now looking into shut-off notices on sewer accounts. They also have sent notices to residents who own vehicles that are in violation. If residents don’t respond or address the violation, the vehicles will be removed by Jay Lokuta. Also at the Dec. 11 meeting, John Gedrich and Jeff Hughes were hired part time as needed to the Dupont Public Works De-
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partment. Mark Kowalczyk noted that both drivers are experienced CDL drivers and will be needed for the winter season. President of Council Stan Knick reported that the fueling station at the borough garage on Commerce Road is complete and the borough expects to put the recycling packer truck into service next week. The natural gas truck, which has been on display in front of the borough building, runs solely on compressed natural gas, runs quieter and produces fewer emissions than a diesel-powered truck. Knick hopes the vehicle will save the borough money in the long run through the reduced cost of fuel: less than $2 per diesel gallon equivalent for natural gas versus more than $4 per gallon of diesel plus a slight gain in fuel efficiency and a reduction in maintenance costs. Dupont spent about $200,000 to purchase the recycling truck from Pocono Peterbilt of Bartonsville, plus an additional $7,650 to install a refueling station. Most of the costs were paid through an alternative fuels grant of $149,000 from the Dept. of Environmental Protection.
Food distribution
monthly food distribution will be held on Thursday, December 27th from 4 to 5 at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church on Lackawanna Ave. All qualifying residents from Suscon and Dupont are eligible. No crime watch meeting
Pina Hansen, president of the Dupont Crime Watch, announces there will be no meeting of the organization in December. The next scheduled meeting will be at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 29. She is working with State Troopers Marty Connors and Tom Kelly to be guest speakers. Also board members made a monetary donation to the recent fire victim who has been displaced by the arson fire on Main Street. LLVSA half day Dec. 21
Lower Lackawanna Valley Sanitary Authority, (LLVSA) Business Office will close at noon on Friday Dec. 21 for computer maintenance and the LLVSA business office will be closed on Monday Dec. 24; Tuesday, Dec. 25; and Tuesday, Jan. 1 in observance of the holidays. For more information, call
LLVSA at 655-1665. AMVETS party
AMVETS Post 189 will hold its annual Christmas party at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 20 at the Polish American Citizens Club on Elm Street. Food, refreshments, and entertainment will be provided. Residents from the Wilkes-Barre V.A.M.C. Assisted Living Center will be in attendance. A $10 per person donation is requested. Reservations can be made by calling Jerry at 655-2924 by Wednesday, Dec. 19. Eco-tip
Here is Joey Jones’ eco-tip of the week: Use LED Christmas lights. They use a lot less electricity. They release less heat and last longer than regular lights. Sacred Heart notes
The Women’s Society of Sacred Heart of Jesus Church will hold its annual Wafer Dinner at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Jan.13 in the church hall with Cooper’s of Scranton catering. Cost is $10 per person and reservations can be made by contacting Diane Skrzysowski at 654-6639 or Carolyn Klimek at 654-3713. Deadline for reservations is Dec. 28. Payment can be deposited in the collection basket or dropped off at the rectory office during business hours. Senior Citizens’ Outreach Committee continues to reach senior members of our parish who cannot attend Mass by mailing the church bulletin to them weekly and providing them with a small gift at Christmas and Easter. If you have a family member or know of a parishioner who is homebound or in a nursing home who would like to receive the weekly bulletin, please contact the rectory at 654-3713. Christmas Wafers (Oplatki) are available at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church in the church hall following all Masses. Dupont VFW news
Dupont Borough Mayor Dan Lello and council president Stanly Knick Jr. pose for a photo with the recently purchased a brand new natural gas powered recycling truck. CLARK VAN ORDEN/THE TIMES LEADER
The officers of the Dupont VFW are asking you to help our hero resident veterans at the VA Hospital in Wilkes-Barre and the Gino Merli Center in Scranton. The post home has received a wish list of items that have been asked for by the residents. Some
of the items requested are: robes, socks, gloves, personal hygiene, such as, deodorant, shaving cream, toothpaste and brushes; postage stamps, ink pens, playing cards, batteries to name a few. Monetary donations are also accepted. A complete list of residents’ wish list is posted at the VFW Home. Please bring your wrapped or un-wrapped gifts to the VFW Post Home on Main Street by Dec. 20. Also the Dupont VFW Post 4909 is a collection site for the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation. The Dupont V.F.W. Post 4909 Home Association will hold its annual New Year’s Eve Party at the Post home on Monday, Dec. 31. A buffet dinner will be served from 7:30 to 9 p.m. with a sixhour open bar available from 7:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.Musical entertainment will be provided from 9:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. by the Home Town Boyz. Donation is $38 per person and tickets and reservations may be made by seeing Bob at the VFW or calling him at 654-9104. Deadline is Sunday, Dec. 30. Service schedule
Dupont Borough service schedule for the week of Dec. 16: Monday, Dec. 17 – Refuse Tuesday, Dec. 18 - Yard waste Wednesday, Dec. 19 – Commingle, plastics, glass and cans Bowling results
Magic Circle High Scratch Series Scores: Men’s Division: Greg Renfer, 691; John Colarusso, 689; Paul Chmiel, 658; Bill Pupa, 652; Chris Renfer, 643; Michael Rebovich, 640; Drew Nicholson, 611; Wally Zieminski, 603; Rich Jr. Aston, 603; Harry Nicholson, 596. Women’s Division: Debbie Stevens, 527;Courtney McKitish, 476; Lisa Heck, 423. Universal High Scratch Series Scores: David Titton, 711; Edward Collins, 665; Dale reese, 665; Jerry Coggins, 648; Richard Arditi, 602; Billy Jr. Elko, 585; Mike Gotcha, 579; Chris Carmondy, 578; Tom Titton, 575; Mark Prebish, 567. National See DUPONT, Page 37
Boy Scout Troop 311 and Cub Scout Pack 310 will collect nonperishable food items in Exeter Borough as part of the Scouting for Food Program. A flyer will be left at the home of all residents indicating a date and time of day when a Scout will pick up your donation. Attach the flyer to the bag and place it on your front porch. In the event you did not get a flyer, call Lorraine Backo at 693-3724 or drop off your donation at the Scout Home and Community Center on Lincoln Street between 6 and 8 p.m. today, Dec.16. Cosmopolitan Seniors
Earlier this month, the Cosmopolitan Seniors and their guests gathered to greet the holiday season with a Christmas party at St. Anthony’s Center. DJ Jack Bravyak provided music for singing and dancing, along with the customary Christmas music. Pastor Father Massetti opened with remarks and an invocation. The men of the club then served an enjoyable three-course buffet dinner prepared by Avenue Diner, topped off with cake and ice cream. Chairlady Johanna Malinowski and her committee of Aggie Abromavage, Rosemary Golenski, Maureen and Ron Gosart, Kay Haddock, Helen Zarychta and Marge Zinkavich decorated the tables with beautiful centerpieces surrounded by candy treats. All members and guests received gifts donated by local merchants and the committee from Santa. President Vic
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thanked the committee for a job well done. Borough notes
Recycling must be placed curbside for pick-up on Mondays. Businesses that have not purchased a recycling or refuse sticker for 2012 will be cited by the police and subjected to a fine. Failure of businesses to purchase a refuse sticker, recycling sticker or report tonnage is a violation of the borough ordinance. Anyone who has a private dumpster must report their tonnage to Karen Szwast, recycling coordinator, at 654-0933. All refuse is to be placed in garbage bags and put in a garbage can and placed curbside by 6 a.m. on Wednesdays. Loose garbage in garbage cans will not be taken. Refuse pickup
Due to the upcoming holiday, refuse in Exeter Borough will be picked up on Thursday, Dec. 27 and Thursday, Jan 3 instead of the regular Wednesday pick up.
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High Scratch Series Scores: Edward Collins, 784; Matt Felter, 739; John Kulick, 715; Jerry Coggins, 687; Keith Weinschnek, 679; Anthony Ferretti, 665; Joe Bruns, 642; Dale Reese, 636; Robert Lussi, 612; Lisa Menichini, 601. Pittston Twp VFW High Scratch Series Scores: Jack Casper, 792; Wally Moore, 757; Joe Jr. Walsh, 64-0; John Blattner, 618; Larry Jr. O’Brien, 617; Joe Dalessandro, 609; Joe Argenio, 585; Anthony Grieco, 576; Joe Sr. Walsh, 568; Rich Russian, 554. Warehouse Mixed League High Scratch Series Scores: Men’s Division: Ed Polons, 753; Rich Eipper, 750; Ed Cologie, 721; Tom Clark, 716; Bill Casterline, 702.
Recyclables will be picked up on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve. The last day for picking up leaves with the vacuum truck will be Nov. 29 as noted on the recycling calendar. Residents who have leaves to be picked up are asked to put them in open containers and place them curbside with yard waste. Anyone with questions is asked to call Lynda at 654-3001 ext. 2. St. Barbara’s news
Christmas Wafers will be available for purchase after all Masses at the rectory between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. There are four wafers per envelope and the cost is $2 per envelope. The 10:30 Mass on Christmas morning will be a children’s Mass. We will recruit students to serve as lectors, ushers and gift bearers for that Mass. Please return the bottom of the note no later than this weekend so we know if your family will attend. This week’s classes will focus on: 1st grade: “Sharing God’s Life and Love” We learn about the sacraments, especially Baptism American High Scratch Series Scores: John Grohowski, 767; Scott Kowalczyk, 735; Mark Kulick, 711; Edward Collins, 666; Jerry Coggins, 677; Rich Kuligowski, 665; Joe Girman, 595; Gerry Reilly, 592; Gary Jr. Magdon, 585; Joe Liscoski, 575. Dupont Bowlettes High Scratch Series Scores: Lybb Langdon, 523; Helen Zapotoski, 500; Donna Kasa, 497; Connie Berlinski, 493; Kim Kishel, 488; Ann Alfano, 468; MaryAnn Shugdinis, 466; Debbie Stevens, 456; MaryLou Fereck, 446. Sunday Night Mixed High Scratch Series Scores: Men’s Division: Joe Argenio, 621; Gene Wasko, 544; Vito Buxzzetta, 542; Russ Stevens, 524; Joe Jr. Wruble, 504 Women’s Division: Marytheresa Pupa, 447; MaryLou Fereck, 427; Karen Umbra, 412;
2nd grade: “Sharing Baptismal Treasures” What is Baptism? 3rd grade: “The Church Year” What is the liturgical year? 4th grade: “Inviting a Guest” What are liturgy and the liturgi-
cal year? 5th grade: “Remembering Our Baptism” What is Baptism? 6th grade: Advent/Christmas 7th and 8th grades: Confirmation questions
Council meets Monday Hughestown Borough Council will hold a work session at 7 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 17 and a re-organization meeting at 7 p.m. on Jan. 2 in the borough building with Wayne Quick presiding at both meetings. A letter of intent will be sent regarding the police with future publication of results. Police, fire reports
Police Chief Steve Golya and Councilman Bob Gable reported 65 incidents, 27 traffic citations, four criminal, four K-9 responses, one EMS, three accidents. Hughestown Fire Department reported six activated fire alarms, two brush fires, seven cancelled en-route,16 EMS, four investigations, one trash fire and three structure fires. Application for grant money generated by the Mohegan Sun to purchase two
Marianne Argenio, 407; Gracelynn Williamson, 405. Boys Division: Zachary McKitish, 667. Girl’s Division: Michelle Grossbauer, 292. Elko’s Bantam/Prep Mixed High Scratch Series Score: Boys Division: Aiden Hindmarsh, 132; Zachary Chilson, 123; Andrew Adonizio, 120; Ryan Peck, 118; Gary Vest, 116; Robert Davidson, 112; Ryan Kane, 99; Jimmy Soroka, 95; Matthew Mesaris, 92; Ayden Asay, 91. Girls Division: Kacie Fisk, 145; Makenzie Kaminski, 130; Madison Mesaris, 78. Elko’s Mixed High Scratch Series Scores: Boys Division: Paul Greco, 579; Michael Elko, 549; Anthony Zimmerman, 505; Evan Elko, 453; Justin Coyne, 435; Evan Esposito, 417; Dylan Kelly, 402; Dominic Falzone, 401; Charles
HUGHESTOWN police cruisers has been submitted. Craft sale donation
Proceeds from the craft and gift sale arranged by Mary Ann Quick and Mary Golya resulted in a $1,750 donation to the Parks and Recreation Department. Citations will be issued
Residents will be cited for excessive garbage on borough properties. Pricing is available for collectors already working in the borough or residents can obtain a collector of their choice. Breakfast with Santa
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Kulick, 349; Joey Jones, 349. Girls Division: Samantha Piechota, 397; Loren Gronka, 322; Hannah Maruhnich, 320; Morgan Mesaris, 313; Piper Kane, 281; Janelle Dudek, 245; Gina Kirkpatrick, 245; Alyssa Bulford, 192; Halle Gronka, 184. Elko’s Junior/Senior Friday High Scratch Series Scores: Boy’s Division: Austin Elko, 661; Conrad Chapple, 654; Zachary McKitish, 637; Peter Kulick, 635; David Zydko, 608. Girls’ Division: Katie Wynn, 444; Erin Donnelly, 418; Sara Lukowich, 417; Jordan Cegelka, 393; Michelle Grossbauer, 388. Elko’s Prep Boys High Scratch Series Scores: Marc Piechota, 357; Martin Kuna, 344; Jeremy Lavelle, 330; Joey Wruble, 329; Zahcary Elko, 307; Nicolas Aschenback, 297; Connor Morris, 285; Noah Donahue, 273; Jared Dickson, 262; Jacob Kenzakoski, 261.
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gion, Squadron 585, (S.A.L.) is having a holiday fundraiser. First prize is a $500 gift certificate to Quality Beverage, Laflin; second prize is a $100 gift certificate to the Wine and Spirits store; third prize is a $50 gift certificate to Komensky’s Market, Duryea. Chances are $3 each or two for $5. They can be purchased from any S.A.L. member or at the post home. The drawing will take place on Dec. 22.
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Red Cross blood drive at Moose Wednesday The American Red Cross will be at the Moose Lodge from 1 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 19. This blood drive will honor Joseph Rubino of West Pittston a Moose member who was seriously injured in June and required 55 units of blood. He is currently recovering at home while undergoing rehabilitation therapy. The Moose will provide snacks and refreshments to all donors.
Club. Chairwoman for the event is Edythe Kepics. Committee members are Jasmine Mikita, Rosalie Bugelholl, and Connie Butler. For reservations, call Edythe at 654-3022.
Women’s Club meeting
West Pittston Rams news
The West Pittston Women’s Club will hold a Christmas luncheon at 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 18 at Fox Hill Country
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The West Pittston Rams will hold an open board meeting at 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 18 at Sabatini’s, Exeter. The board asks for
all letters of intent to coach football or cheer in 2013 be submitted before March 1 to President@westpittstonrams.com. Street department
Residents are requested to rake leaves to the tree lawn and place in a pile or open containers. Please do not place leaves in plastic bags and do not rake unto the road.
Taxes due
George L. Miller, tax collector, announces taxes due are now in the penalty phase through the rest of December. Office hours during rebate are from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday. It is the property owner’s responsibility to forward their tax bills to their financial institution for payment. If a receipt is requested, please include a self addressed stamped envelope with payment. For appointments, call 6553801 or 655-7782 ext. 232. Birthday notes
Celebrating this week: Toni
Valenti, Dec. 18; Ida Pace, Juel Anne Klepadlo, Dec. 19; Vicki Hood, Jordan Moran, Shannon Ritts, Cathy Morden, Dec. 22. Thought for the week
Love is but the discovery of ourselves in others and the delight in the recognition. Quote of the week
“When you cannot make up your mind which of two evenlybalanced courses of action you should take - choose the bolder.” – Ezra Pound, American poet. Bumper sticker
The highest of distinctions is service to others.
Home decoration contest judging Thursday Breakfast WEST WYOMING NEWS with Santa today at hose co. The West Wyoming Recreation Board will once again sponsor the annual house lighting contest. Judging will begin at 7 p.m. on
Thursday, Dec. 20. Prizes will be awarded in three sections of the borough. Section 1: Shoemaker Ave from the borough line up to the Moonlight Drive-In and including Atherton Park and all side streets. Section 2: Shoemaker Avenue from the Moonlight to Eighth Street, including all side streets in between and the following
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pany will host its Annual Breakfast with Santa from 7 a.m. to noon on Sunday, Dec. 23 at the fire station banquet hall. Santa Claus will arrive by 8 a.m. and will hand out gift bags to all children who attend. Santa will be available for pictures and activities will be available for children. Mrs. Claus will be on hand to read stories. Tickets are $8 and children 5 years of age and under will be admitted free. Tickets can be purchased at the door. Tickets for the Annual Toy Raffle for a Lionel Train Set with track and transformer will be
pulled during the breakfast. Tickets are $3 and are available from any department member or by calling Station 143 at 6544188 and leaving a message. Canned goods collection
After the breakfast, Hughestown Hose Company will collect canned goods from residents starting at noon. All residents should have their canned goods in plastic or paper bags on the front porch no later than the noon start time. Santa Claus will be on board Engine 143 as it travels the streets of Hughestown.
streets off Eighth Street: Ensign, Hill, Gregory and Morgan. Section 3: all of Eighth Street, Knob Hill, Browncrest, Shoemaker Avenue from Eighth Street to the borough line and all side streets in between. No registration is necessary. Just have your lights on and you will be notified by a knock on your door that night. Good luck to all residents who took the time to brighten our town for the holiday season. Breakfast with Santa
West Wyoming Hose Co #1 will host a Breakfast with Santa from 8 a.m. to noon today, Dec. 16 at the hose company, 926 Shoemaker Ave. Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for children. Contact any member at 6931811 for tickets. Council opening
West Wyoming Borough Council is looking for a resident and registered voter to fill a vacant council seat. The unexpired term extends to Dec. 31, 2015. If you are interested, send a letter of interest to the West Wyoming Borough Town Hall, 464 W. Eighth St., West
Wyoming, PA 18644, c/o Vacancy Officer Dan Skok by Dec. 31. If you have an questions or need more information, contact borough secretary Maureen Zaboski at 693-1311. Borough survey
Representatives West Wyoming Borough will conduct a phone and mail survey of residents of West Brady, English and Fairview Streets. The purpose of the survey is to gather information essential for an application for federal Community Development Block Grant funding through Luzerne County for street improvements on the surveyed streets. All information will be kept confidential. Sanitation stickers
Sanitation stickers are now on sale at the Town Hall between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. weekdays. All residences in West Wyoming must purchase a sticker. The cost remains the same as last year, $200. If purchased before Jan.31, 2013, senior citizens (65 and older) will receive a $25 rebate ($175), all others receive a $15 rebate ($185). If purchased from Feb. 1-28, 2013, the full price will be charged, $200.
After Feb. 28, 2013, the cost will be $300 for the year and citations will be filed with the district magistrate for noncompliance with the Ordinance. Stickers are also available through the mail: West Wyoming Borough Building, 464 W. 8th Street, P.O. Box 4035, West Wyoming PA 18644. For the added convenience of residents, Visa, MasterCard and Mac are accepted. Stickers can also be purchased through the borough website www.westwyoming.org. Website
Visit the West Wyoming Website at www.westwyoming.org. If any residents are interested in receiving a monthly e-newsletter from the borough, visit the website for more details. Recycling reminder
West Wyoming recycling containers are located behind Hose Company #1. Recycling can be dropped off any day of the week. The following is the list of acceptable items for recycling: commingled food and beverage containers, plastic containers (all number recyclables are accepted), cardboard, newspaper and office paper.
Wyoming Masonic Lodge # 468 will hold a flapjack breakfast from 8 to 10 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 22 at Applebees Neighborhood Bar and Grill, 253 Wilkes-Barre Blvd, WilkesBarre. Tickets adults $7 for adults and $4.50 for children under age 12. Tickets can be purchased at the door or by calling 406-6911 or 885-1441. The Wyoming Recreation Board judging for the Wyoming Holiday House Contest is the weekend . Cub Scout Pack
The Pack Christmas Party and meeting will be held at 6 p.m. today, Dec.16 at St. Monica’s Church Hall. Santa will be the honored guest. Children are asked to bring a food item to donate to the church food pantry. Pizza, desserts and refreshments will be served. Tiger Cub parents are asked to bring refreshments and Wolf and Bear den parents are asked to bring desserts. Sanitation stickers
Garbage stickers for 2013 are now on sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Wyoming Municipal Building. Full year stickers are $200 and $190 for seniors. Stickers may be purchased through two payments, each for half a year. Garbage stickers may also be purchased through the mail by sending a self-addressed/stamped envelope to Wyoming Borough, 277 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming, PA 18644. The sticker fee includes garbage pickup, curb-side recycling collection and seasonal yard waste removal. A monthly bulk item pickup is also offered at $5 per item (limited to one per month.)
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Washington, D.C. Busses will leave from the Knights of Columbus Hall in Luzerne (time to be announced.) If interested, call the Rectory at 693-1991.
Senior citizens meet at 1:30 p.m. on are the first and third Tuesday of every month at Our Lady of Sorrows Hall.
tions for its annual Toys for Tots drive. A drop box for Toys For Tots is also located at The Laurels, 80 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming. St. Monica’s news
Recently members of St. Monica Parish who attend Holy Redeemer High School participated in the production “Grease.” The talented young people are Juliana Buonsante, Anneliese and Isabella Romani, Morgan Santayana and Teresa Toomey. The Fundraising Committee is at work planning the Nite at the Races for Feb. 8, 2013. This event is an important fund raiser for the Parish. Anyone interested in helping plan the event can call Tom Tomsak, Chairman at 237-2188. Committee members are: Mary Smith, Mike Buonsante, Frank Sobeck and Donna Piszak. The next planning session will be at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 17 in the church hall. For more information, call Tom Tomsak at 237-2188. A Pro-Life March will be held on Friday, Jan. 25, 2013, in
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Masonic Lodge Breakfast with Santa Saturday
The Wyoming Rotary Club distributed dictionaries to third-grade students in the Wyoming Area Elementary Schools John F Kennedy, Tenth Street, Montgomery Avenue and Sarah J Dymond recently. From left, are Rotarians Jerry Cegelka, President & Dictionary Project chairman John Harrington and Brian Zaborny.
Fire fund drive
The annual Wyoming Hose Company No. 1 Fire Fund Drive is currently in progress. Residents will receive donation requests in the coming days. Anyone who does not receive a donation request can call 693-1371 and leave a message for John Marianacci, 2013 fund drive chairman. The Wyoming branch of Luzerne Bank will accept toy dona-
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Toys for Tots
Cub Scout Pack 366, sponsored By St. Monica's Parish, West Wyoming paid a visit to the Laurels Personel Care Home in Wyoming on Dec. 3. The boys and their parents sang Christmas carols with the residents and presented each person with a homemade angel decoration and Christmas Card. From left, are Dylan Calvey, Nicholas Giamusso, Brady Noone, Dane Schutter, Roman Alder, Ben canfield, Thomas Connor, Casey Noone, Erik Trasciatti, Matthew Fauntleroy, Cole Schutter, Michael DeSanto, Carlyle Robinson, Joseph Sanfilippo and George Sharkey.
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WOMEN’S NETWORK
Shopping ‘til they drop Members of the Women’s Network of the Greater Pittston Chamber of Commerce gathered Thursday at the Woodlands Inn and Resort for their annual Holiday Party & Marketplace. The evening included cocktails, dinner and the popular “shop ‘til you drop” opportunity with various vendors on hand. Door prizes, an auction and a free gift for each attendee completed the evening.
Friends, left to right, Ashley Zingaretti, Laura Ziomek, Maria Oliveri and Jessica Skoloda at the Women's Networ event.
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Seasonally dressed, Ann Sorick looks over gift baskets from Katie's Kreations at the Women's Network Holiday Party & Marketplace.
Nancy Rowe, Jennifer Alaimo and Maureen Alaimo pause to pose for a photo at the Women's Network party.
Jennifer Haas and Brandi Bartush pose for a photo at the the Greater Pittston Chamber of Commerce Women's Network Holiday Party and Marketplace event held at The Woodlands.
Enjoying a night of fun and holiday spirit Thursday at the Women's Network event are, left to right: Maria Oliveri, Joell Martinelli, Brianne Battista, Brandi Bartush, and Kristen Bradigan.
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Seated, left to right, Karen Adonizio, Katie Gubbiotti, Linda Alba. Standing: Mary Ann Schifano, Josie Howley, Virginia Augello.
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Left to right, Rita Morgan, Della Antonello, Cindy Vough and Lorraine Daniels chat prior to dinner being served. At left, Ray Bartolai and Joe Bell of Bartolai Winery offer their products at the annual Women's Network party.
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At right, Checking out some of the merchandise for sale at the Women's Network Holiday Party & Marketplace are Christa Mecadon, left, and Denise Ciali.
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Sports
B OYS BAS K E T BA L L
Gross leads Patriots over Invaders
“We try to be precise every day in practice.” Setting good screens and working away from the ball are just part of good teamwork. “They’re playing as a team,” Kiesinger said. “They play for each other.” McGarry finished with 13 points, including eight in the first 2:16 of the second quarter for a 23-20 lead. West Scranton had been in front, 15-10, late in the first quarter. McGarry’s 3-pointer with 1:01 left in the third quarter put the Patriots ahead to stay. It started a 13-3 run that ended with the second 3-pointer of the night by Gross. Lou DiBileo led West Scranton with 17 points, but was contained after working inside for nine in the first quarter. Jordan McCloe added 12 points. The boys basketball season got off to a fast start for Pittston Area and Wyoming Area.
By TOM ROBINSON
For the Pittston Dispatch
Whether he was posting up or popping out to take a shot on the perimeter, Mason Gross proved to be tough for West Scranton to stop Wednesday night. The 6-foot-5 junior center scored19 points and pulled down 14 rebounds to lead Pittston Area to a 54-47 victory over the visiting Invaders and a second straight win to start the season. “It’s a great start,” Gross said. “We’ve played our hearts out. If we do that every night, hopefully we can continue it.” Gross, the most experienced returning player after breaking into the starting lineup midway through last season, could be one of the keys to those hopes. Against West Scranton, he showed he could score from different spots on the floor. “I’ve improved a lot since last year when I was a role player,” Gross said. “I like to go inside, but if they leave me open, I’ll shoot from outside, too.” Gross hit two 3-pointers against West Scranton. He had 13 points in the first half, including hitting a 3-pointer, sandwiched between two by Tyler McGarry on the first three possessions of the second quarter. His second 3-pointer, coming out of a timeout midway through the fourth quarter gave the Patriots the first eight-point lead of the game, 47-39. As the Patriots pulled away in the fourth quarter, Gross grabbed six of his 14 rebounds, providing the game’s top effort there after being disappointed in his rebounding effort on opening night. “I did not have as many (rebounds) as I should have,” he said of the opener. “I did a lot better job on the boards tonight.” Pittston Area coach Alan Kiesinger said Gross can be that type of factor on the boards.
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Michael Delaney scores two for Pittston Area.
“That’s what happens when Mason decides he wants to be physical,” Kiesinger said. The all-around effort by Gross was just one thing for Kiesinger to be happy about Wednesday.
Against an intense man-toman West Scranton defense that tends to force many teams out of their offense, the Patriots came up with the intangibles needed to pop shooters free for five 3-
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pointers in the last three quarters. “We’re really trying to be precise in our cutting and screening,” Kiesinger said. “We’re trying to make sure we’re making contact on our screens.
Pittston Area’s James Tobish scored a game-high 15 points, but the Patriots were limited to five points in the final quarter in a loss Friday in Yatesville. Mason Gross scored seven for PA, hitting one three-pointer. McGarry also hit a 3-pointer for PA. A loss is a loss, but the Patriots made a decent showing against Holy Cross a team that reached the PIAA Class AA semifinals last summer and began this season ranked first in the state in Class AA by the Harrisburg Patriot-News, but dropped its opener to Abington Heights, a state-ranked Class AAA team. Coughlin 48, WA 35
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Lady Patriots off to 3-0 start; Warriors split a pair Mia Hopkins scored 70 points in three Pittston Area preseason games, all wins. In their opener on Saturday, Dec. 8, the Lady Patriots needed every one of Hopkins’ 28 as they got by Lake Lehman by a point 48-47. Allie Barber scored 11, Liz Waleski, 4; Jacqueline Rabender, 3; and Ali Brady, 2. Kelly Mitchell, Cales Owens and Eastin Ashby played but did not score. The Lady Patriots shot well from the line going 8 of 11. Hopkins was 4-4 and Barber 3-4. Hopkins hit two three-pointers. The Lady Patriots were behind after the first quarter 15-9. PA 55, GAR 43
On Thursday Pittston Area held GAR to five first half field goals and won 55-43. Hopkins
scored 22; Barber, 16; Waleski and Cales Owens, eight each. Ali Brady hit a three-pointer. Mia Hopkins netted 22 points for the Patriots, while Allie Barber added 16 points. Brea Seabrook led the Grenadiers with 21. North Pocono 38, WA 28
Serra Degnan led Wyoming Area with nine points, while Ashlee Blannett added eight and Nicole Wright chipped in six in a loss Thursday in Moscow. The LWs hit 4 of 12 free throws. GAR 52, WA 37 GAR jumped out to a big 21- 9 first quarter lead before holding on for a 52-47 win against the Warriors Monday in WilkesBarre. Degnan and Thornton each had 10 apiece for Wyoming Area. Turner had 9 and Wright,
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Degnan, Turner, and Val Bott hit three-pointers for WA. PA 64, Hanover Area 22
Pittston Area raced out to a 21-2 first quarter lead and cruised past Hanover Area for a win at Hanover on Monday Hopkins scored 20 and Waleski added 11 points and Rabender and Ashby had six each.
three-pointers. This week
Monday PA at Nanticoke Tunkhannock at WA Wednesday
Northwest at PA Thursday Crestwood at WA Saturday Abington at PA (1 p.m.)
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GIRLS BASKETBALL
Wyoming Area 41, Coughlin 13
Serra Degnan scored a gamehigh 11 points for the Warriors and Blannett chipped in 10 on Friday in Exeter. The Warriors limited Coughlin to three points combined in the middle quarters. The Lady Crusaders will likely be practicing free throws this week. They missed 24 of 29. Degnan and Turner each hit
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Left, Mia Hopkins scores two points on a layup. She scored 70 points in three games. Above, PA’s No.5 Liz Waleski scores 2-points on a fast break against GAR.
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Wyoming Valley Conference tipping off January 2 By JACK SMILES
jsmiles@psdispatch.com
PITTSTON AREA
Coach: Kathy Healey Last year: 17-7 overall; 8-5 The Wyoming Valley Confer- WVC; Division 1 first-half ence season opens on January 2. champ Pittston Area is Division 1 with Classification: 3A Crestwood, WVW, Hazleton ArLast season, The Lady Patriots ea, Coughlin, Berstarted out 10-0, wick, Tunkhannock, won the WVC D-I and Dallas. PA plays “To me as athletes they first half title, but are great players to each of the D-1 oppo- coach. The girls have went just 7-7 the nents twice, home never had a problem rest of the way. and away, for a 14 meshing on the court. Obviously avoidgame schedule WA coach Ryan Kennedy ing a letdown this WA is in Division 2 season is a goal. “I with Nanticoke, Holy think they ran out Redeemer, Lake Lehof gas a little and man and Meyers. “With Mia getting so lost some confiThey play each of much attention we need dence. It’s my job their division oppo- some of the other girls to keep their connents twice, home to get six to 10 points a fidence up. game. If we do that we’ll and away, and one be ok.” There are going crossover game with to be ups and PA coach Kathy Healey Division 3 teams downs. It’s a marGAR, Hanover, athon and we Wyoming Sem and have to fight to MMI for a 13-game schedule. finish.” The 2013 season is not broken In fairness all but one of those into halves as and in the past. last season losses were close and WA and PA will not play each two of them were lost in overother on the WVC schedule but time. will play in the Pittston Area HoWith the loss of Grace O’Neill liday Tournament. who led the team with 54 three-
pointers last season, another obvious challenge for the Lady Patriots is the compliment the scoring of Mia Hopkins, the D-I recruit who is the reigning D-I Player of the Year. “With Mia getting so much attention we need some of the other girls to get six to 10 points a game. If we do that we’ll be ok.” The point stats from the first three preseason games, all wins, bear that out. In a 42-point win over Hanover Hopkins got 20 and four other girls got six plus. In a 1-point win over Lehman Hopkins got 28, well over half the team’s 48, but none of the other girls had more than four. In a 54-47 win over GAR Hopkins scored 22 and Allie Barber scored 16. Barber, the soccer all-star, is the point guard. She’s extremely fast with or without the ball. She’s only a sophomore and is developing as a playmaker. She’ll take some pressure of Hopkins and it’s hoped Liz Waleski, Kelly Mitchell, Jacqueline Rabender can do the same. Healey said the division is loaded. “It’s a dog fight every night. Dallas is good. Hazleton, Crestwood, Valley West are all tough.”
mention WVC, Jr. “We are a very athletic team this year,” coach Ryan Kennedy said. “And play an exciting style of basketball.” Kennedy believes the players’ athleticism translates to basketball. “To me as athletes they are great players to coach. The girls have never had a problem meshing on the court. They are willing and dedicated to work hard. The work ethic is what makes them successful not only in basketball, but in their other sports and in school as well. The thing I am most proud of with this group is how dedicated they are to their education. They are true student athletes who are able to balance busy schedules. “I look forward to seeing all the hard work the girls put in at practice pay off this year. As we like to say, practice hard, play hard. Wyoming Valley Conference
January 2 Berwick at PA January 3 WA at Nanticoke January 4 PA at Hazleton January 7 Dallas at PA
WA at Hanover January 10 PA at Tunk. Area Lake Lehman at WA January 14 PA at Crestwood WA at Meyers January 17 Valley West at PA Holy Redeemer at WA January 21 PA at Coughlin MMI at WA January 24 PA at Berwick WA at Lake Lehman January 28 Hazleton at PA WA at Northwest January 31 PA at Dallas Nanticoke at WA February 4 Tunk. Area at PA GAR at WA February 7 Crestwood at PA Meyers at WA February 11 PA at Valley West WA at Wyo. Sem February 13 Coughlin at PA WA at Holy Redeemer
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GAR’s Marena Spence, left, drives the lane as Wyoming Area’s Felicia Turner defends Monday night in Wilkes-Barre BILL TARUTIS/FOR THE SUNDAY DISPATCH
Coach: Ryan Kennedy Last year: 5-17 overall; 1-12 WVC Classification: 3A The Lady Warriors have an athletic roster. And even if basketball is not the number one sport for most of the girls, they are proven winners. Serra Degnan, a D-1 field hockey recruit and a softball short stop; Nicole Turner and Emily Wolfgang were all part of the WVC division softball championship team which reached the District 2 championship game. Audrey Hiedacavage is a volleyball setter, and Valarie Bott was no. 1 in tennis and soccer forward. Though better known for field hockey Degnan, a senior, was a basketball all-star last season and led the team in scoring at 10.5 ppg. She one of the quickest guards in the WVC. Other key players are Ashlee Blannett, Sr. (6.7 ppg, team-high 70.5 FT pct) and Abby Thornton, honorable
Eastin Ashby dribbles around GAR’s Julianna Leco during the first half
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HIGH SCHOOL GOLF
Annual DeMinico game Honors for Patriot at Pittston Area Saturday golfer Ryan Tracy Annual Patriot - Warrior game benefits Hughestown police K9 unit By JACK SMILES
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The Pittston Area and Wyoming Area boys basketball teams will tip off the seventh annual Eugene DeMinico II Memorial Basketball Game on Saturday, December 22 at 7:15 p.m. The game honors the memory of Eugene DeMinico II, a Pittston Twp. police officer and decorated Iraqi war veteran who was killed in a motor vehicle acci-
dent on Thanksgiving Eve 2005. The game was started the next season by Joe Long, the coach of the Seton Catholic boys team, and Alex Brogna, then the coach of Pittston Area. Brogna is now the Wyoming Area coach. DeMinico II was a graduate of Seton Catholic. After Seton Catholic closed in 2007, Wyoming Area and Pittston Area kept up the tradition. The winning school takes home the annual team trophy
Pittston Area senior Ryan Tracy was awarded two plaques for his golf accomplishments in the fall scholastic season. Tracy was honored for the
winning the Pre-District 3A Individual Tournament and for being selected a first team WVC all-star and WVC 3A MVP.
and the head coaches choose an MVP from each team. A donation will be accepted at the door and raffles for a Nook Tablet and gift certificates from Bartolai’s Winery and the Chicken Coop will be conducted. All the money raised will benefit the Hughestown Police Department Canine Unit. During halftime the Hughestown Canine Unit will put on a demonstration with their Canine Police Officer, Athena.
Pittston Area senior golfer Ryan Tracy displays his all-star and pre-district plaques.
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Left is Hughestown Police Chief Steve Golya Jr , K9 officer, Athena, and officer Ed Sulima
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Wilkes-Barre. Bart Chupka scored 12 for WA. The Warriors only shot five free throws, hitting two. Coughlin made 14 of 22. The Warriors made five threepointer, one each by Gushka, Jeremy Zezza, Carey, Gibbons and Dorman. Jordan Zezza hit his head on the floor and was taken to the hospital. WA 37, Northwest 34
The Warriors needed just two days – and two games – to get their first win of the season. After losing to Anthony “Badger” Marseco Memorial Game, 50-21, against Old Forge on Opening Night, Wyoming Area returned to its home court the next night and pulled out a 37-34 victory over Northwest on Dec. 9. “The kids had a little bit of anger from what happened last night and the way they played,” Wyoming Area coach Al Brogna told the Times Leader following the win. The victory put the Warriors halfway to their win total of a year ago. Mike Carey scored nine of his 17 points and Bart Chupka had 10 of his 14 in the first half when Wyoming Area opened a 20-6 lead. Northwest opened the second half with three consecutive 3pointers and got as close as two points with 15 seconds left. Trent Grove hit one of two free throws with two seconds left and Jordan Zezza knocked away a pass to spoil Northwest’s last hope for a shot. Chupka and Jeremy Zezza each had five rebounds. PA 68, Hanover 49
Pittston Area waited three days longer than most District 2 teams to get its season started, but the Patriots showed they were ready when Monday night rolled around. The Patriots crushed Hanover Area, 22-3, in the first quarter on the way to a 68-49 win. Tyler McGarry, who led a balanced attack with 15 points, had two of the Patriots’ four 3-pointers in the first quarter. Michael Schwab, who had a team-high seven points in the quarter, and Mason Gross also hit 3s in the
fast start. The lead reached 41-20 at halftime and 59-32 after three quarters. James Tobisch and Gross had 13 each while Schwab had 12. McGarry finished with three of the team’s seven 3-pointers and the Patriots shot 13-for-17 from the line. Patriots coach Alan Kiesinger said he is counting on McGarry, a sophomore guard/forward to provide that type of offensive boost while coming off the bench. “The pleasant surprise is he’s doing a nice job on defense and helping us on the boards, too,” Kiesinger said. North Pocono 60, WA 56
Wyoming Area continued to show improvement when it battled North Pocono late before falling, 60-56, Wednesday night. In the same matchup a year ago, North Pocono, a District 2 Class AAA playoff qualifier, rolled over Wyoming Area, 5828. Chupka scored 19 points for the Warriors, who cut into an eight-point deficit during the fourth quarter. Derek Dorman added 12 points and Carey 11 for Wyoming Area. Carey hit three 3pointers and Dorman made two. North Pocono, which opened a 31-22 halftime lead, was led by Martin Kelly with 18 points. This week
Wednesday WA at Mid Valley PA at Nanticoke Thursday WA at Crestwood Saturday WA at PA Wyoming Valley Conference Schedule
Thursday, Jan. 3 Nanticoke at Wyoming Area Pittston Area at Berwick Saturday, Jan. 5 Hazleton Area at Pittston Area Tuesday, Jan. 8 Hanover at Wyoming Area Pittston Area at Dallas Friday, Jan. 11 Tunkhannock at Pittston Area WA at Lake-Lehman Tuesday, Jan. 15 Crestwood at Pittston Area GAR at Wyoming Area Friday, Jan. 18 Pittston Area at Valley West WA at Holy Redeemer Tuesday, Jan. 22 Coughlin at Pittston Area
Wyoming Area at MMI Prep Friday, Jan. 25 Berwick at Pittston Area Lake-Lehman at WA Tuesday, Jan. 29 Northwest at Wyoming Area Pittston Area at Hazleton Area Thursday, Jan. 31 Dallas at Pittston Area Friday, Feb. 1 Wyoming Area at Nanticoke Tuesday, Feb. 5 Pittston Area at Tunkhannock Wyoming Area at Meyers Friday, Feb. 8 Pittston Area at Crestwood Wyoming Area at GAR Tuesday, Feb. 12 Wyoming Sem. at WA Valley West at Pittston Area Thursday, Feb. 14 Holy Redeemer at WA Pittston Area at Coughlin
PA’s Mason Gross gets past three Invaders for 2 points.
No.5 Michael Schwab gets fouled as he drives the lane.
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Wyoming Valley Conference season opens this week BY JACK SMILES
Pittston Area (3A)
Wrestling schedules are different from other sports in that the conference meets are only make up about half of the teams’ schedules. For example Wyoming Area is in The WVC Division 2 with GAR, Meyers, Nanticoke, Hanover, Tunkhannock, and Lake Lehman. The Warriors wrestle each of those teams for six division meets, bit they also have duals scheduled with Blue Ridge and Whitehall and some of the D-1 teams, including Pittston Area. The Warriors have already wrestled in on tournament last weekend at Saucon Valley. And yesterday they were in a tournament in Wyoming Seminary. And at the end of the month they will wrestle in the Tunkhannock Tournament. Similarly Pittston Area is in Division1with Berwick, Coughlin, Crestwood, Hazleton, Dallas, and Valley West and wrestles those teams for six division meets, but the Patriots have already wrestled three duals, two in the Quakertown Duals Tourney last weekend and a nonleague meet with Honesdale Wednesday. At the end of the month the Patriots are in the Buckskin Classic at Conestoga Valley.
In the Quakertown Duals the Patriots defeated Neshaminy 39 – 33. The Patriots won seven bouts, six with pins by Tyler Lutecki (126), Donnie Parham (132), Sam Falcone (170), Ryan Joyce (182), John Minich (220) and Jake Vaxmonsky (285). Kevin Wesolowski also was a winner with a decision at 152. At Honesdale on Wednesday the Patriots won eight bouts in a 40-28 win. Dave Dileo won by injury default at 120 and Braulio Garcia got a forfeit at 113. Lutecki, Dan Gambini (145) and Angelo Lussi (160) won with pins. Parham and Justin Wilk (152) won by decision and Jake Vaxmonsky got as major at 220. Coach: James Woodall, 3rd year Last Year: 4-2 Division I; 10-6 overall Key Losses: Pat Nallin, Jamie Scarantino, Chris Wesolowski Key Wrestlers: Frank Ardo, Sr.; Brandon Columbo, Sr.; Eric Danaher, Jr.; Dave DeLeo, So.; Sam Falcone, Sr.; Dan Gambini, So.; Tyler Koval, Jr.; Angelo Lussi, Sr.; Tyler Lutecki, Jr.; John Minich, Sr.; Donnie Parham, Sr.; Troy Platukus, Jr.; Brad Rush, Sr.; Justin Wilk, Sr. Outlook: The Patriots return a majority of the wrestlers from last year’s team and will be ready for a run at the division and district titles.
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Woodall has been tinkering with different line ups and has some depth to give him options. Wyoming Area (2A)
The Warriors wrestled in the Saucon Valley Tournament On Saturday, Dec. 8. Nick Heck won an individual championship at 138 pounds. Schutz, who had 97 wins going into yesterday at the Wyoming Seminary Duals, did not wrestle at Saucon. He has an ankle issue, but it’s not serious. On his way to an individual title at Saucon Heck got two majors. He defeated Trey Romance (Phoenixville), 13-2 and Anthony DiEmidio (Pennsbury), 12-2 in the first two rounds. In the final he defeated Cole Franklin (Emmaus), 7-3. In the third place bout at 182 WA’s Jude Polit-Moran pinned Joe Cawley (West Scranton), 4:13. In the fifth place at 220 WA’s Shawn Whiting pinned Michael Montgomery (Emmaus), 4:30. The Warriors were seventh in the team standings with 90 points. Coach: Steve Mytych, 2nd year Last Year: 3-3 Division II; 6-8 overall Key Losses: Nico Mazzone, Corey Popovich Probable Lineup: 106: Shaun Vazquez, So.; 113: Patrick Heck, Fr.; 120: Charlie Johnson, Fr.; 126: Carmen Mauriello, Sr.; 132:
Stephen Barush, Sr.; 138: Andy Schutz, Sr.; 145: Nick Heck, Sr.; 152: Gabe Valdes, So.; 160: Zach Briggs, Fr.; 170: Zach O’Brien, Fr.; 182: Jude Pollit-Moran, So.; 195: Shaun Whiting, Sr.; 220: Jeff Skursky, So.; 285: Carl Zielinski, Sr. Outlook: The Warriors were streaking heading into last postseason and finished sixth at districts with five place-winners and still have five district medalists on the team. Combine them with talented underclassmen and a full lineup and Wyoming Area is a strong contender for the division title and the district championship. Wyoming Area
Tues. Dec. 18 vs. Blue Ridge Sat. Dec 22 at Hanover Fri, Sat. Dec 28 – 29 Tunkhannock Kiwanis Tournament Fri., Sat. Jan 4 – Jan 5 Wyoming Valley Conference Tournament at Lake Lehman Tues., Jan 8 at GAR Sat., Jan 12 at Whitehall Wed., Jan 16 vs. Meyers Wed., Jan 23 vs. Nanticoke Fri., Jan 25 at Lake Lehman Mon., Jan 28
vs. Tunkhannock Wed., Feb 6 vs. Hazleton Mon., Feb 11 vs. Scranton Prep Thurs., Feb 14 at Pittston Area Mon., Feb. 18 at Wyoming Valley West Fri. Feb 22 – Sat. Feb 23 District 2 2A Championships at Lake Lehman
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Pittston Area
Wed. Dec 19 At Berwick Fri. Dec. 21 vs. Crestwood Fri. Dec 28 – Sat. Dec 29 Buckskin Classic at Conestoga Valley Fri. Jan 4 – Jan 5 Wyoming Valley Conference Tournament At Lake Lehman Wed. Jan. 9 at Coughlin Sat. Jan 12 at. Wyoming Valley West Wed. Jan. 16 Vs.. Abington Heights Wed. Jan 23 vs. Dallas Thurs. Jan 24 vs. Hazleton Wed. Feb 6 at Nanticoke Thurs. Feb. 14 vs. Wyoming Area Fri. Feb 22 – Sat Feb 23 District 2 3A Championships at Hazleton
SPORTS MEETINGS AND BRIEFS
Wyoming Area swim parents to meet Monday The Wyoming Area Swim Parents Association will meet on Monday evening, Dec. 17, at 7:00 p.m. at the WA Secondary Center. Please enter through the front door. The meeting will be held in Room 164 or the library. All parents of WA swimmers and divers are welcome to attend. Jr Patriots banquet tickets
Wyoming Area Football Parents will meet this Thursday, December 20 at 7:00 p.m. at Sabatini’s Pizza in Exeter. Third and final nominations will be accepted for officers for 2013 season. Election of officers will take place after final nominations are closed at this meeting. Parents of players in grades 7 to 12 are encouraged to attend. West Pittston Rams news
The West Pittston Rams are still seeking applicants for
Board of Director’s positions for 2013. Please send all letters of intent to President@westpittstonrams.com. Positions will be elected during the month of December’s open board meeting. Roc Rec basketball
The Rock Recreation Center is accepting registration applications for the 2013 Upward Basketball Season. The league is open to Girls and Boys Pre-K through 6th Grade. Player evaluation day and the final registration are Saturday Dec. 8.
Practice begins the week of January 2. Games begin Saturday Jan 19 and the final game is Saturday March 16. For More Information contact the Rock Rec Center at (570) 696-2769 or www.rockrec.org Lacrosse clinics
There will be two lacrosse clinics at the Greater Pittston YMCA on Wednesday December 19 and Sunday January 20, 2013. Registration for the December 19 clinic will begin at 5:30 p.m. and the session will
run from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. With the help of Marywood University head lacrosse coach Scott Dalgliesh, his company Premier Lacrosse, and members of the current Marywood University lacrosse team, kids will learn the basics of the sport (passing, cradling, catching and shooting). These clinics will be noncompetitive, skills and drills sessions to get kids introduced to See BRIEFS, Page 50
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The last day for the Pittston Jr. Patriots banquet tickets sales is today, December 16 from noon to 2 p.m. at Tony’s Pizzera.
WA football parents
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HIGH SCHOOL ICE HOCKEY
Ice hockey Warriors bowl for charity WA Ice Hockey bowling team rolled in the for Wilkes-Barre/ Scranton Penguin’s Pens and Pins charity bowling event for on December 2 at Chacko’s Bowling Center in Wilkes-Barre. All the proceeds from the event went to Allied Services, an organization providing health care and support services throughout the Wilkes-Barre/ Scranton area. Wyoming Area ice hockey teammates who bowled in the W.B./Scranton Penguin’s Pens and Pins event are, front row, from left, Dalton Thomas, Brittani Shearer, Billy Weiss, Billy Romanowski and Evan Rider In the second row is NHL hockey player Eric Tangrandi Pittsburg Penquins, captain of the W.B./Scranton Penguin’s Bowling Team.
RUNNING
Big check for Cancer Alliance from Godri run By JACK SMILES
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The inaugural Steph’s 5K, a run and walk organized to raise money for a scholarship for a Wyoming Area athlete and for cancer research, exceeded its goal. The event at the Luzerne County fields in Forty Fort on October 27 drew130 runners and 65 walkers. The planners had hoped to raise $2,000 for a scholarship and $1,000 for cancer research. But the run raised enough money to contribute $3,000 for The Stephanie Godri-Johnston Memorial Scholarship Fund and $1,500 for cancer research. The $1,500 went to the Blue Note Fund at the Colon Cancer Alliance. The Blue Note Fund gives one-time grants of $300 to colon cancer patients in treatment. Stephanie Godri-Johnston died of colon cancer at 32 last year. She was a former WA track and cross country athlete.
Pictured from left at the check presentation are, Alison Ornitz and Nicole Sheahan, Colon Cancer Alliance; Stephen Godri, race organizer and Hannah Redford, Colon Cancer Alliance.
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HIGH SCHOOL SWIMMING
Lady Patriots, Warriors defeat Nanticoke Pittston Area sophomore Mia Nardone, senior Tiffany Smith and frehman Kassity Roche were each were four-time winners as the Lady Patriot swim team opened defense of their DIII title with a 116-44 win over Nanticoke in Nanticoke on Wednesday. Nardone was a winner in the 200 Medley Relay, 200 IM, 100 Butterfly and 400 Free Relay. Smith won the 200 and 400 Free Relay and 50 and 100 Free. Roche was a winner in the 200 Medley Relay, 200 and 500 Free and 400 Free Relay Other first place finishers were Antoinette Antonacci, 200 Medley Relay; Kallie Miller, 200 and 400 Free Relay and Adison Hazlet 200 Free Relay
Pittston Area sophomore Mia Nardone swims to victory in the 100-yard butterfly Wednesday afternoon at Nanticoke Area
WA 97, Nanticoke 68
Wyoming Area swimmers placed first in five events to defeat Nanticoke. The Lady Warriors swam at Dunmore Wednesday, but Dunmore did not report. Against Nanticoke Alder was a three time winner in the 50 Free, 100 Free and 400 Free Relay. Maria Pesta won the100 Butterfly, Katy Dymond, Gabby Alberigi and Caitlyn Kraynak joined Adler of the 400 Free. Bonomo, Shemanski, Baily and Hudock also scored for WA. Boys
In an exhibition meet the Wyioming Area boys defeated Nanticoke 54-33. Michael and Ryan Murphy, Zach Lagrue and David Klaproth led the Warriors. The Pittston Area boys also beat Nanticoke in an exhibition meet 40-29. Brandon Winters finished first in two individual events. Zach Hoffman, Dimitri Shea, Mike Breney and Chriss Littleton also scored for PA.
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the sport of lacrosse. The cost for each clinic is $20 per child with a family discount of $5 for each additional child.
Pittston Area freshman Kassity Roche wins the 200-yard freestyle against Nanticoke
Players will need a mouthguard, sneakers or court shoes and a stick (extra sticks will be available on a limited basis.) To reserve one, please email me rjswitzer@verizon.net. Equipment can be purchased at most local sporting goods stores. The Valley Lax’erz, a new local lacrosse organization will be forming for this year’s lacrosse
season (March – June 2013). The organization will be open to boys and girls (no experience needed and they can still play baseball, softball or track) ages 8-15. Cost to join the team will be determined based on number of participants. Questions can be directed to Rob Switzer at rjswitzer@verizon.net or Carl Deluca at carl-
reeree@verizon.net. Waleski Holiday Basketball Camp
The Stan Waleski Holiday Basketball Camp will be held at the Greater Pittston YMCA on Thursday December 27 and Friday December 28 from 9:00 to 1:00 for boys and girls in grades 2 through 8. Interested players
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are invited to attend one or both camps. The camp stresses skills, fundamentals, team play, competitions, tournaments, awards and fun with all players receiving a camp certificate and t shirt. Interested players can call Coach Waleski at 457 - 1206 or Coach LoBrutto at 654 - 8030 for camp information or e mailstanwaleski@yahoo.com.
December 9, 2012 Roseann M. Zuba, 79, of Exeter, passed away Sunday, Dec. 9, 2012, at the Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. Born Nov. 27, 1933 in WilkesBarre, she was a daughter of the late Anthony and Anna Jiompkowski Muskas. She was a member of St. Anthony of Padua Church of St. Barbara’s Parish, Exeter. Roseann was a wonderful mother and homemaker. She raised five children who feel blessed and honored to have had her as their mom. She was employed in the garment industry, Social Security
Administration in WilkesBarre, and also for the United States Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) in Wilkes-Barre. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Albert, and sister, Lorraine Walko. Surviving are her daughters, Linda Zuba, California; Susan Dorbad, Exeter; son, Albert Zuba, and his wife, Lisa, Dupont; daughters, Angie Metzger and her husband, Marvin, Mountain
December 10, 2012 Top; and Lisa Forlenza and her husband, Lee, Exeter; 10 grandchildren, Stevie, Michael and David Dorbad; Albert and Dana Zuba; Lindsay, Danielle and Zachary Metzger; Dominick and Kayla Forlenza; brother, Anthony Muskas, Mountain Top; several nieces and nephews. Funeral was Thursday, Dec. 13, 2012, from Bednarski Funeral Home, 168 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming, with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Anthony of Padua Church of St. Barbara’s Parish, Exeter. Interment was in St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Dallas.
Mary M. Chabak December 12, 2012 Mary M. Chabak, 70, of Exeter, passed away peacefully Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2012, at home. Born Dec. 8, 1942, in Larksville, she was a daughter of the late Michael J. and Amelia Mleczynski Shimko. She was a graduate of Meyers High School and was a member of St. John the Evangelist Church in Pittston. Prior to her retirement, she was employed by the PLCB, at various Pennsylvania state liquor stores, as a general manager. In addition to working, Mary
was also a full-time mother of three children and housewife. She was preceded in death by her husband, Andrew B. Chabak Jr., 2005; infant brother, Stanley Shimko; brothers, Michael Shimko, John Shimko, Joseph Shimko; sister, Martha Shimko. Surviving are her children, Andrew J. and his wife, Leslie, Lowell, Massachusetts, Andrea Gavlick and her husband, Kirk, Tuscon, Ariz.; Nicholas, Exeter; five grandchildren, Alexandra, Allison, Andrew, and Ayden Chabak, Luke Gavlick; sisters, Catherine Houssock, Sweet Val-
ley; Amelia Thomas, Lakeland, Fla.; Agnes Heath, Rockmark, Ga.; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Monday, Dec. 17, 2012, at 9 a.m. from Bednarski Funeral Home, 168 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in St. John the Evangelist Church, 35 William St., Pittston. Interment will be held in St. Stephen’s Cemetery, Lehman Township. Friends may call from 5 to 7 p.m. today, Dec. 16, at the funeral home.
Eva M. Naples December 9, 2012 Louis, Mo.; Paul Naples and wife Charlotte, Exeter/Plains; Gary Naples and wife Sharon, WilkesBarre Township; Elmer Naples and wife Judy, Columbus, Ohio; and niece, Mary Ann Remley, Seminole, Fla. She is also survived by many other nieces, nephews, great-nieces and greatnephews whom she loved dearly. The family would like to extend their sincerest gratitude to the ICU staff of the Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, to Dr. Amini and Dr. Radzwilka. Those people were all caring and wonderful and will always be remembered by the Naples Family.
Funeral services were held Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2012, from the Peter J. Adonizio Funeral Home, 251 William St., Pittston, with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Barbara’s Parish at St. Anthony of Padua Church, 28 Memorial St., Exeter. The Rev. Paul A. McDonnell, O.S.J., officiated. Interment was in Mount Olivet Cemetery, Carverton. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Barbara’s Parish, 28 Memorial St., Exeter, PA 18643. Online condolences may be made at www.peterjadoniziofuneralhome.com.
George P. Latsko, 91, of Warner St., Plains Township, died Monday, Dec. 10, 2012, at Manor Care, Kingston. Born June 28, 1921, in Plains Township, he was a son of the late Andrew and Susan Kosco Latsko. George was a graduate of Plains Memorial High School and King’s College. He was an Army Air Corps B-17 waist gunner with the 15th Air Force in North Africa and Italy in World War II. George was formerly employed by Kingston Provision Company, and later with the Pennsylvania Department of Unemployment. He was a member of St Mary’s Assumption Byzantine Catholic Church, of Wilkes-Barre. He was preceded in death by his wife, Emily Kunec Latsko; brothers, John and Edward
(Jim) Latsko; sister Emily Loss. Surviving are his children, Judith and husband James Kunec, Cape May, N.J.; Sandra and husband Ron Hall, New Cumberland; sisters Charlotte Luchetti, Pittston Township; sister-in- law, Elizabeth Latsko, Plains Township; numerous loving nieces and nephews. Thanks to Dr. Frank C. Olshemski and his staff and the staff at Riverview Ridge for the skilled and compassionate care they provided. Funeral Service was held on Friday, Dec. 14, 2012, from the Yeosock Funeral Home, 40 S. Main St, Plains Township, with Office of Christian Burial in St Mary’s Assumption Byzantine Catholic Church. Interment was in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Dallas.
Joseph Makauskas December 9, 2012 Joseph Makauskas, Pittston, passed away Sunday, Dec. 9, 2012. Born in Pittston, was a son of the late Joseph and Thelma Sabatini Makauskas. He enjoyed listening to music and drinking coffee. He was preceded in death by a brother, Ronald. He is survived by brother, Richard Makauskas, and his wife, Lee, of Pittston; niece, Nicole Thomas, and her husband, Evan, of Pittston; nephew, Ri-
chard Makauskas Jr., of Scranton Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. Interment will be in Marcy Cemetery, Duryea. Arrangements are by the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main St., Duryea. To leave an online condolence, or for further information, please visit, www.piontekfuneralhome.com.
Ross Alba December 11, 2012 Ross Alba, 74, of Oak Street, Pittston, died Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2012, at Golden Living East Mountain, Plains Township. Born in Pittston, he was a son of the late Sam and Anna Silla Alba. He was educated in the Pittston School District and was formerly employed in the garment industry. Ross was a U.S. Army veteran. Surviving are his
brothers, Frank Alba and Sam Alba, both of Pittston; Charles Alba, Hughestown; numerous nieces and nephews. A Prayer Service was Friday, Dec. 14, 2012, with the Rev. Paul A McDonnell, OSJ, officiating. Arrangements are by Yeosock Funeral Home, 40 S. Main St., Plains Township.
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Eva M. Naples, 88, of Exeter, passed away Sunday, Dec. 9, 2012, in Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. Born on Dec. 25, 1923, in Germany, Eva was the wife of the late Patrick Naples of Exeter. She was very active in numerous organizations throughout the years. She devoted her entire life to her family and friends. She had a major role in raising her nieces and nephews. Eva is survived by her sisterin-law and best friend, Beatrice Naples, Pittston; nephews, Charles Naples and wife Sally, St.
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Joan (Powell) Flack Nusbaum, age 81, of Naples, Fla., and Dallas, passed away Thursday, Dec. 6, 2012, at the Bentley Village Care Center in Naples, Fla. Born in Wilkes-Barre, in 1931, she was a daughter of the late William and Janet Thomas Powell. She was raised in Dallas and attended the Wilkes-Barre Institute and the Penn Hall Girls Preparatory School in Chambersburg, Pa. She was a devoted mother to her three children, Janet (Jefie) Flack, the late Charles D. (Rusty) Flack Jr. and Harold E. (Hal) Flack II; her three step-children, Heide Nusbaum, Jennifer Nusbaum Simmons and Howard Nusbaum Jr.; and her grandchildren. She was extremely proud of her family and will be sadly missed by all. She was a member of the Westmoreland Club, Huntsville Golf Club, Naples Yacht Club and the Hole in the Wall Golf Club, Naples, Fla. She served for many years on the Board of Directors of Diamond Consolidated Industries of Wyoming, Pa. She also served on the board of The Boulevard Club Condominium Association, Naples, Fla. She was an avid golfer and
spent many years as a member of the Irem Ladies Golf Association before moving to Florida in 1984 where she continued her love of golf at the Hole in the Wall Golf Club. She loved bridge and played every week. She treasured her circle of friends and felt blessed to have so many wonderful people in her life. Over the years, she was involved in a number of community activities and boards, including but not limited to the Penn’s Woods Council of the Girl Scouts, Planned Parenthood and The Junior League of WilkesBarre. Preceding her in death were her husband, Charles D. Flack; granddaughter Ashley Elisabeth Flack; sister, Marion P. Robinson; second husband, Howard A. Nusbaum; and son, Charles (Rusty) Flack, Jr. Surviving are her daughter, Janet (Jefie) Flack; son, Harold (Hal) Flack his wife, Jean, their four children, Harry, Hilary, Michael and Melissa Flack; daughter-in-law, Kathi Flack, and her three children, Chad, Jamie and
Alex Flack; step-daughters, Heide Nusbaum and husband William Burkhardt; their children, Heather Durden and Christopher Schulte; Jennifer Nusbaum Simmons and husband Peter, their children, Travis and Cody Simmons; stepson, Howard Nusbaum Jr., and wife Debb, their children, Sage Fitchett, Caitlin Fitchett and Hillary Nusbaum. A Mass of Christian Burial was held Friday, Dec. 21, 2012, in Grace Episcopal Church, 30 Butler St., Kingston, PA 18704. Rev. John F. Hartman, rector of Grace Episcopal Church, officiated. Interment was in Oak Lawn Cemetery, Hanover Township. Arrangements are by the Harold C. Snowdon Funeral Home Inc., 140 N. Main St., Shavertown. Memorial contributions can be made to The Rusty Flack Memorial Garden at Grace Episcopal Church, 30 Butler St., Kingston, PA 18704, The Charles D. Flack Memorial Scholarship Fund at Misericordia University, 301 Lake St., Dallas, PA 18612 or the Wyoming Seminary Fine Arts Program, C/O the Development Office, 201 N. Sprague Ave., Kingston, PA 18704.
Joseph W. Velehoski December 9, 2012 Mr. Joseph W. Velehoski, 78, of Glendale, passed away Sunday, Dec. 9, 2012, at Hospice Community Care, Geisinger South Wilkes-Barre, after a battle with cancer. Born in Scranton, he was a son of the late John and Isabelle Lopatowska Velehoski. He attended Moosic High School. He served in the United States Army. Prior to his retirement 15 years ago, he was employed by ABF, Wilkes-Barre. More recently, he was employed by My Sister’s Kitchen, Duryea. He was a member of the American Legion Post 604, Moosic. Over the years, he was an avid supporter of Germania Hose Company, Duryea. Joseph
enjoyed playing cards, gardening and picking mushrooms. He and his wife, the former Lois Thomas, celebrated their 49th wedding anniversary this past September. Surviving in addition to his wife are son Joseph Velehoski and his wife, Ellen, of Duryea; son Tim Velehoski of Duryea; daughter, Amy Velehoski, and her fiancé, Mike Richards, of Glendale; granddaughters, Megan and Sarah Velehoski of Duryea; brother, John (Butch) Velehoski of Moosic; sister, Elaine (Cookie) Velehoski of
Moosic; sister, Barbara (Bunny) Sweet, and her husband, Robert, of Taylor; sister-in-law, Carole Thomas of Mystic, Conn.; nieces and nephews. Funeral services were Thursday, Dec.13, 2012, at the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main St., Duryea, with Rev. Barbara Roberts, Pastor of the Moosic Methodist Church, Moosic. Interment was in Langcliffe Cemetery, Avoca. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Pittston Area Relay for Life, the American Cancer Society, or Hospice Community Care. For more information, or to leave an online condolence, please visit www.piontekfuneralhome.com.
Patricia Helen Kelley Keating, entered into eternal rest on Friday, Dec. 7, 2012, at the Manila Nursing Home in Manila, Ark. She was born May 23, 1937, in Pittston Township to the late Dr. Gene and Helen Kelley. She preferred to be called Tia or TiaNana. Tia graduated from Marywood College in 1969, and in 1976 while raising four young boys, completed her master’s degree in Library Science. Although Tia was raised in an Irish Catholic family, she later converted her faith and became Jewish. Tia was considered to be the family historian and story teller, and has many journals and photos that will be shared, treasured and passed on for generations. Tia was a retired librarian, an avid reader, an accomplished pianist and loved to sing. Tia also loved arts and crafts, gardening and animals, especially cats. She loved her family and
friends. She had so many friends from all over the country and every walk of life. Tia was a very interesting person, with a wonderful sense of humor. She had a great heart and will be never forgotten. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her youngest son, Tim, and her brother, Gene. She is survived by three sons, Tom Keating and wife Velna, Matt Keating and wife Valerie, and Gene Keating; her sisters: Mame and Annie; and her grandchildren, Holly, Carah, Adam and Brandon. Private services and disposition were under the direction of Faith Funeral Service of Manila, Ark. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that any memorials be made to the Manila Public Library.
Cecelia Ann Wascavage November 30, 2012 Cecelia Ann Wascavage, formerly of Avoca, died in Portland, Oregon on November 30, 2012, a month shy of her 83rd birthday. The second of four children, she was born in Duryea to Arnold Urban and Marie Fedorski on Dec. 30, 1929. She graduated from Duryea High School and received her nurse’s training at Mercy Hospital in WilkesBarre. She received her BS in Nursing Education from College Misericordia and was a school nurse with the Pittston Area School District for many years. She married Thomas in 1950. They later divorced. Upon her retirement, she moved to Portland to be with her daughter and her family. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother and never missed a sports activity, concert or dance performance that her granddaughters participated in. De-
spite the many medical challenges she faced the last few years of her life, she rarely complained, and was an inspiration to her family and the many friends she made in Portland. She was preceded in death by her son, Thomas. She is survived by her daughter Johnyne, son-in-law Robert and grand daughters Nola Kate and Emma Louise Weber of Portland, her sisters Anne Kreseski and Louise (James) Tighe of Duryea, her brother Arnold (Irene) Urban of Northampton and many nieces and nephews. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph’s Center Foundation, 2010 Adams Ave., Scranton, PA 18059. A memorial service will be held sometime next year and she will be interred at Mount Olivet Cemetery. You were the best, Mom, and the strongest woman I will ever know.
William A. Kelleman December 7, 2012 William A. Kelleman, of Pittston, passed away Friday evening, Dec. 7, 2012, in Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Plains Township. He and his wife, Barbara Ciccone Kelleman, celebrated their 44th wedding anniversary on Oct. 5, 2012. Born in Dupont, he was a son of the late Joseph and Susan Dvorchak Kelleman. William was a graduate of Pittston Central Catholic High School, class of 1953, where he served as class president. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in accounting from The University of Scranton. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. Prior to retirement, he was employed for over 40 years by Anemostat Products, Scranton, and prior to that worked for Pitney Bowes, Connecticut. He was a member of St. John the Evangelist Church, Pittston. He was also a member of
Ryan Patrick O’Haire, 29, formerly of Duryea, passed away unexpectedly at home in Dallastown, Pa., on Sunday, December 9, 2012. Born in Pittston on September 17, 1983, he was the son of Richard J. and Betty Michalec O’Haire of Duryea. Ryan was a 2002 graduate of Seton Catholic High School, Pittston, and a 2006 graduate of Bloomsburg University. He was
pont, Elizabeth Kontos, Greenwich, Conn.; several nieces and nephews; his beloved pets, Tessy, Pebbles, and Binky. He was preceded in death by his three brothers, John, Joseph and Edward Kelleman. The funeral was held Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2012, from Baloga Funeral Home Inc., 1201 Main St., Pittston, (Port Griffith), with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. John the Evangelist Church, William Street, Pittston. Interment was in St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Exeter. Military services were conducted by the AMVETS Honor Guard of Greater Pittston. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association 1301 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Suite 800, Washington, DC 20004. For directions or to send an online condolence, please visit www.balogafuneralhome.com.
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Vito Domnick Minella, 82, Duryea, died Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2012, at Regional Hospital, Scranton. He was preceded in death by his first wife, the former Margaret Cramer, and sisters Virginia Jean Moreiko and Irene Fleming. Surviving are his wife, Elizabeth “Betty” Henn Minella; daughter, Gina Ma-
the South Pittston Social Club. Bill enjoyed golfing and kept busy doing his yard work and projects around his home. He was an exceptionally talented woodworker. William was a loving and devoted husband, father, brother and friend who will be dearly missed by all who loved him. The family would like to extend their gratitude to the staff of Wesley Village and to Dr. Kenneth Sebastianelli and Dr. John Peters for their compassionate care over the years. In addition to his wife, Bill is survived by his two sons, William Kelleman and his wife, Tina, Duryea and Matthew Kelleman, Pompano Beach, Fla.; brother, Andrew Kelleman, New Jersey; sisters, Olga Bryk, Du-
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Kathleen G. “Kathy” Mochin, 72, a resident of Swoyersville, passed away on Wednesday morning, Dec. 12, 2012, at Golden Living Center, East Mountain Campus, Wilkes-Barre, following a lengthy illness. Her loving husband is the Rev. Mr. George Mochin, Permanent Deacon of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, Swoyersville. Together, George and Kathy shared 50 years of marriage. Born on February 17, 1940, in Wyoming, Kathleen was a daughter of the late Michael “Wootsie” Urban and Mary (Sandor) Urban. A lifelong resident of Swoyersville, Kathleen was a graduate of the former Swoyersville High School. During her working years, Kathleen worked for Blue Ribbon Bakery; in the garment industry for Little Men Inc., and later as a Certified Pharmacy Technician. A faithful and devout Catholic, Kathleen was a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, Swoyersville. Prior to its closing, Kathy was
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a member of Holy Name of Jesus Church, Swoyersville, where she served as the past Choir Director and past Co-Director of the church’s Youth Group, the Junior Catholic Daughters. Throughout her life, Kathleen always had a great love for music and singing. She was an active member of both the Catholic Choral Society and the St. Ignatius Church Choir. She also enjoyed playing the guitar with her friend, Janelle Selecky. Kathleen loved working with the youth. She was awarded the St. Ann Medal from the Diocese of Scranton in 1980 for her leadership in working with the youth within the Diocese. Kathy was preceded in death by her father, Michael “Wootsie” Urban, who passed away in1972, and her mother, Mary (Sandor) Urban, who passed away in 2000. In addition to her husband, Rev. Mr. George Mochin, Kathy is survived by her children, Chris, Swoyersville; Mark and
his girlfriend, Tonya Zehner, Dunmore; and Maria, Baltimore, Md.; her sister, Midge Gregory, Forty Fort; nieces, Michelle Windwalker, Hunlock Creek, and Maureen Barber, Forty Fort. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2012, in St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, 116 Hughes St., Swoyersville, with the Rev. Joseph J. Pisaneschi, her Pastor, officiating. Interment with the Rite of Committal in St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Cemetery, Swoyersville. The Confraternity of Christian Women of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish will recite the Rosary on Monday evening at 7:30 p.m., at the church. Funeral arrangements for the family of Mrs. Kathleen Mochin have been entrusted to the care and direction of the Wroblewski Funeral Home Inc., 1442 Wyoming Ave., Forty Fort. For additional information, or to send the Mochin Family an online message of condolence, you may visit the funeral home website, www.wroblewskifuneralhome.com.
Dorothy Orth Lawall, 68, a longtime resident of WilkesBarre, died Monday, Dec. 10, 2012. Born December 20, 1943 in Pittston Township, she was a daughter of the late Louis and Alice Hennigan Orth. Dorothy was a graduate of Pittston High School and dedicated most of her life to caring for her family. Her husband of 32 years, Edward R. Lawall, died Feb. 6, 2002. She was preceded in death by her sisters Mary Alice Redington and Carol Reedy, and a brother, Louis Orth. She will be greatly missed by her children, Kevin and his wife, Kimberly Lawall, West Wyoming, and Mary Alyce and her husband, Steven Langdon, Wilkes-Barre; grandsons, Steven and Edward Joseph (EJ) Langdon and Hunter Thomas Lawall; sisters Margaret Duda, Plymouth; Eliza-
beth Klush, Pittston; Sally Colarusso, Pittston, and Denise Orth, Pittston; brother Robert Orth, Avoca; nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Celebration of Dorothy’s Life was Friday, Dec. 14, 2012, at McLaughlin’s, The Family Funeral Service, 142 S. Washington St. in WilkesBarre with Funeral Mass in the Church of St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception. Interment was in Saint Mary’s Cemetery in Hanover Township. Memorial donations are preferred and may be made to SPCA of Luzerne County, 524 E. Main St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702-6911. Permanent messages and memories can be shared with Dorothy’s family at www.celebrateherlife.com.
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Cataldo (Ky) Scalzo, 94, of Hughestown, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2012, in Highland Manor, Exeter. Born in Pittston on Sept. 9, 1918, he was a son of the late Salvatore and Grace (Scalzo) Scalzo. He was a graduate of Pittston High School, Class of 1939, and had worked as a laborer for Tabone and Barbera and Mastriani Construction. He was a member of the Laborers’ Tri-County Union and Our Lady of the Eucharist Parish. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Christine Rossi Scalzo;
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son, Sammy Scalzo; son-inlaw, Donald White; brothers, Joseph, Louis, Sandy and Ross Scalzo; sisters, Rena, Providence, Angeline and Grace Scalzo. Surviving are his son, Michael Scalzo and his wife, Jackie, Hughestown; daughters, Grace A. White, Waterbury, Conn.; Vera Orleski and her husband, Michael, Harding; Carol Fanti and her husband, Michael, Exeter; Doreen Latona and her husband, Chris, Avoca; daughter-in-law, Mary Scalzo,
Exeter; 10 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. The Scalzo family would like to thank the staff of Highland Manor and Celtic Hospice for the exceptional care they provided to Ky. Funeral services were on Saturday, Dec. 15, 2012, from the Peter J. Adonizio Funeral Home, 251William St., Pittston, with a Mass of Christian Burial in Our Lady of the Eucharist Parish, 535 N. Main St., Pittston. Interment was in West Pittston Cemetery. Online condolences may be made at www.peterjadoniziofuneralhome.com.
James P. Flannelly December 9, 2012 James P. Flannelly, 54, of Avoca, died Sunday, Dec. 9, 2012, in Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center. His wife is the former Mary Pat Donovan Flannelly. The couple celebrated 34 years of marriage on July 22. Born in Scranton, he was the son of Patricia Corbett Flannelly, Minooka, and the late James Flannelly. He was a member of Divine Mercy Parish. He was educated in Scranton public schools and was a graduate of Scranton Technical High School.
ca; one sister, Elaine Hinkley, Minooka; a father-in-law, Robert W. Donovan, and mother-inlaw, Mary Ann Lilly Donovan, Minooka; nieces, nephews and cousins. The funeral was Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2012, from the EagenHughes Funeral Home, 2908 Birney Ave., Scranton, with Mass of Christian Burial in Divine Mercy Parish at Church of St. Joseph, 312 Davis St., Scranton, celebrated by the Rev. Francis Pauselli, pastor. Interment was in Cathedral Cemetery.
Leo Joseph Mancini December 12, 2012 He is survived by his wife, Florence T. (Alsonso) Mancini; daughter, Sheila A. Mancini, Pittston; grandsons, Joseph C. and wife Marie Mancini, James M. and wife Lisa Mancini, Justin P. and wife Margaret Mancini, Joel A. Mancini; great-granddaughters, Mykayla and Kara; great-grandsons, Joseph, Jacob, Liam, Evan, Lucian; brothers
Gene (Pepe) Mancini and Phillip (Ronzo) Mancini; daughter-inlaw, Cindy Mancini. Funeral services with military honors will be at 10 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 17, 2012, from the Graziano Funeral Home Inc., Pittston Township. Interment with military honors performed by AM VETS Honor Guard was in Mount Olivet Cemetery, Carverton. To submit online condolences, please visit www.grazianofuneralhome.com.
Matthew Gallagher of Nacogdoches, Texas; former wife, Dagmar Moravec of Maine; brother, Paul and his wife, Vicky Gallagher of Collegeville; sister, Eileen and her husband, Paul Manganella of Sandwich, Mass.; nephew, Paul Manganella; nieces, Elizabeth Manganella, Moira Gallagher; and his beloved cat, Tommy. Celebration of Edward’s Life was held Monday, Dec. 10, 2012, with a graveside service in St. Nicholas Cemetery in Shavertown, followed by a reception at the Brown Barn Café in Shavertown. Memorial donations are preferred and may be made to Valley Cat Rescue, PO Box 242, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18703. Arrangements by McLaughlin’s – The Family Funeral Service. Permanent messages and memories can be shared with Edward’s family at www.celebratehislife.com.
Claire Blandina December 10, 2012 Claire Blandina, 89, of Wyoming passed away at her home on Monday, December 10, 2012 following a long illness. Born March 6, 1923, she was the daughter of Josephine and Stanley Walkowiak, Plains. She attended Plains schools and was married to Michael Blandina for 66 years. Claire was a homemaker and a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was preceded in death by her sister, Mildred Forlenza; and brothers, Frank Walkowiak, Joseph Walkowiak and Henry Walkowiak. In addition to her husband, Claire is survived by her three sons, James and his wife Gloria; Michael and his wife Jan; and Leonard; grandchildren,
Jaime and her husband, Jay Weinschenck; Michael and his wife Arienne Blandina; Michelle and her husband Justin Adams; Adrienne Blandina; and Olivia and Alexa Blandina; great-grandsons, Brady Adams and Vincenzo Blandina; brother, Charles Walkowiak; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were private. Arrangements were by Graziano Funeral Home Inc., Pittston Twp. Memorial donations may be made in Claire’s name to the “Care and Concern Free Health Clinic, 35 William St., Pittston, PA 18640. To Share your memories of Claire or to express your condolences to the family, please visit www.GrazianoFuneralHome.com
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Leo Joseph Mancini, of Pittston, passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2012, at Regional Hospital of Scranton. Born, Nov. 12, 1929, he was a son of the late Albert & Elisabeth (Mascelli) Mancini Leo attended Plains High School. He was a proud member of the U.S. Army where he served in the Korean War. He was preceded in death by his brother Albert (George) Mancini and his son Pastor Leo Anthony Mancini.
He was employed by Kane is Able. James enjoyed drawing, painting and spending time with his dogs. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, son and brother who will be deeply missed. Also surviving are three sons, James P. Flannelly Jr., Thomas J. Flannelly, both at home; Kevin M. Flannelly, Old Forge; two brothers, Donald Flannelly, Exeter; and Michael Flannelly, Avo-
Edward F. Gallagher, 58, of Wilkes-Barre died Thursday, Dec. 6, 2012, at his residence. Born March 23, 1954, in Pittston, he was a son of the late Paul J. and Helen Flannery Gallagher. Ed earned his Bachelor of Science from Wilkes University and completed his Master of Science in Psychology at Marywood University. Ed’s career as a counselor and therapist led to positions in various institutions, including Children’s Service Center and Saint Michael’s School. He previously served as coordinator of special programs at Misericordia University and was recently writing grant proposals for the Deutsch Institute. A kind and gifted man, Ed was a fan of Notre Dame and the music of Jimi Hendrix, himself an exceptional guitarist. He will be greatly missed by his children, Sheehan Gallagher of Alma, Colo.; Zackary and his wife, Consuelo Gallagher of Katy, Texas; Nora Gallagher of Goodyear, Ariz.;
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Coleman, Corcoran to wed Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Sedon
Hoban, Sedon united in May Genelle Maria Hoban and Christopher Zachary Sedon were united in the sacrament of marriage on May 11, 2012, at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, Pittston. Father Joseph Sibliano officiated the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Maria Sanguedolce, of Plains Township, and Robert Hoban, of Scranton. She is the granddaughter of Samuel Turoni, of Exeter; the late Shirley Turoni and Mary Alice Hoban, of Pittston; and the late Paul Hoban. The groom is the son of Stephan and Suzanne Sedon, of Wilkes-Barre. He is a grandson of Doris Sedon, of Wilkes-Barre; the late John Sedon and the late Ambrose and Irene Ulihanick. Given in marriage by her mother and grandfather, the bride chose her best friend, Nadine Ginocchetti, as her maid of honor. The groom chose his best friend, John Thomas, as his best man. Scriptural readings were given by Stephan Sedon, brother of the groom and Jessica Floridia, friend of the bride. Offertory gifts were carried by Cindy Sedon, aunt and godmother of the groom; and Cathy Mickavicz, aunt of the bride. Following the wedding ceremony, an evening cocktail hour and reception were held at the AppleTree Terrace at Newberry Estates, Dallas, with entertainment by the band, Electric City Groove. All floral arrangements were by Evans King Floral, Forty Fort. The rehearsal dinner, hosted by the groom’s parents, was held at Leggio’s Pizzeria in Plains Township. The bride was honored at a bridal shower at the Café, Plains Township by the maid of honor and mother of the bride. Mrs. Sedon is a cum laude graduate of Wyoming Area High School and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in communication with a minor in Spanish from The University of Scranton. She graduated magna cum laude from The University of Scranton, earning her Master of Science degree in elementary education. She is an English as a second language teacher in the WilkesBarre Area School District. She is also an adjunct faculty member in the education department of King’s College. Mr. Sedon is a high honors graduate of James M. Coughlin High School and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in mathematics and education from King’s College. He teaches mathematics and computer science in the Wilkes-Barre Area School District. He is a varsity football coach at Holy Redeemer High School and the cantor at St. Mary’s of the Assumption Church in Wilkes-Barre. The couple honeymooned in Hawaii and resides in Plains Township.
Mr. and Mrs. Dale Coleman, of Hanover Township and Mr. and Mrs. Carlos Velazquez, of Exeter are pleased to announce the engagement and upcoming marriage of their daughter, Cassandra Ingrid Coleman, to James Daniel Corcoran III, son of Mr. and Mrs. James Corcoran Jr., of Delanco, NJ. The bride-to-be is the granddaughter of Helen and the late Joseph F. Coyne III, of Exeter; Mr. and Mrs. John Coleman, Largo, FL; and the late Ingeborg Rahn Coleman, of Chicopee, MA. Ms. Coleman is a 2006 graduate of Wyoming Area and a 2010 graduate of King’s College where she obtained a bachelor’s degree in Political Science. She is currently elected as the mayor of Exeter Borough and employed as Deputy Finance Director for United States Senator Bob Casey, Jr. The prospective groom is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. James Corcoran Sr. and the late Mr. and Mrs. Francis Ferriolo. Mr. Corcoran is a 2000 graduate of Pennsauken High Sehool Pennsauken N.J. and is currently employed by Mohegan Sun Casino at Pocono Downs. The couple will exchange vows April 13, 2013, at St. Anthony’s Church, Exeter.
Wesley Village blood drive surpasses goal
The Pittston David Blight School of Dance, R. 159 S. Main St., Pittston will hold its annual Christmas Show at noon today, Dec. 16. Members of Miss Rachel’s 3 to 5-year-
old hip-hop class are, from left, kneeling, Elizabeth Hannon, Savannah Remus, Savannah Norvell and Peyton Rusyn. Standing Nevaeh Baron and Ashlyn Loyack.
Bauman baby baptized Natalie Reese Bauman, daughter of John and Jamie Bauman, of West Wyoming, was baptized on Sept. 30 at St. Monica’s Parish, West Wyoming. Father Leo McKernan performed the ceremony. Natalie’s godparents are her Aunt Courtney DeLucca and Uncle Dustin Bauman. Natalie is the granddaughter of James and the late Pamela Stolarski, of West Wyoming; Mary Ann Bauman, of Scranton; and Jerry Bauman, of Scranton. Natalie’s christening outfit was sewn from her late grandmother’s wedding gown. A luncheon was held in Natalie’s honor following the ceremony.
Scouts tour Pittston Fire Department Members of Cub Scout Pack 303 recently took a tour of the Pittston Fire Department. Scouts are shown here learning about fire safety, which helped them earn part of the fire safety segment patch. From left, first row, are Hunter George, Dylan Kwiak, Andy Mendez, Brandon Lockett, Lindsay Mendez, Sal Turonis. Second row,
Dancers plan Christmas show
Natalie Reese Bauman
A blood drive hosted by United Methodist Homes’ Wesley Village Campus just before Halloween was a success. Forty-two pints of blood were collected, besting the location’s 35 pint goal, enough to help 114 patients. Restorative Nursing Supervisor Romayne Kowalczyk, rear table, and Assistant Activity Director Shelli Ratchford, front table, were both donors.
Steven Baloga, Devin Markert, Kevin Lockett, Lucas Rideout, Luke Galli, Alek Chilson, Zack Chilson, Josh Orkwis. Third row, Jeffrey Mazonis, Adam Whickizer, Mark McFarland, Alex Lein, Daniel Silsby, Lucas Williams, Gavin Caprio, Josh Gustinucci John Ozark, Tristian O’Boyle, Adian O’Boyle and Jake Kolonich.
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Layla Marks Layla Marie Marks, daughter of Gene and Erin Marks, of Avoca, is celebrating her first birthday today, Dec. 16. She is the granddaughter of Bill and Josie Howley and Gene and LouAnn Marks, all of Pittston Twp. She is the great-granddaughter of Edward Lovenduski, of Duryea.
Brooke Wilson
Prudence Phillips
Madison Ranieli
Prudence Ann Phillips, daughter of Charles and Sharon (Toomey) Phillips, of Limerick, is celebrating her fifth birthday on Dec. 16. She is the granddaughter of the late Michael and Caroline Phillips of Pittston and Gerald and Lillie Toomey of Boyerstown. A party is being held to celebrate the occasion.
Madison Ranieli, daughter of Joseph and Barbara Ranieli, of Forty Fort will celebrate her ninth birthday on Dec. 18. She is the granddaughter of Mary Ann Ranieli and the late John Ranieli, of Pittston Twp and the late Alexander and Alice Skursky. Madison has two brothers, Jacob, 6; and John, 2.
Jillian Haas
Brooke Wilson, daughter of Robert and Jennifer Wilson, of Ashley, celebrated her fourth birthday on Dec. 2. She is the granddaughter of Robert Wilson of Nanticoke and Christine Wilson of Duryea, Fran and Patricia Ankenbrand of Duryea; and the greatgranddaughter of Betty Ankenbrand, of Hughestown; and Leona Byank of Dupont.
Jillian Haas, daughter of John and Jennifer Haas of Pittston Township, will celebrate her fourth birthday on Wednesday, Dec. 19. Jillian is the granddaughter of David and Mary Ellen Jordan of Laflin, Allan Hass of Pittston and Carol Haas of Duryea.
Happy birthday! Stop by or mail your birthday photo to: The Sunday Dispatch 109 New Street Pittston, PA 18640 Pictures can run in back and white for $2 or color for $10. Deadline is Wednesday at 5 p.m., but space is limited, so pictures will be published on a first-come, first-served basis. Any questions, please call 602-0168.
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Bret and Leah Fadden Bret and Leah Fadden, twin son and daughter of Sean and Jennifer Fadden of Tampa, Florida, celebrated their fifth birthday on Dec. 22. They are the grandchildren of Arlene Sickle, Tampa, Florida, and the late Leon Sickle; Shirley Fadden, Pittston, and Patrick Fadden, Exeter. Bret and Leah will celebrate their birthday with family and friends in Pennsylvania.
Wesley Village honors vets United Methodist Homes’ Wesley Village Campus honored its 39 resident veterans at a special breakfast in November. The campus also invited veterans of the skilled nursing facility from the Wilkes-Barre Veterans Hospital to join the party. In what has become an anticipated annual tradition, honorees entered the celebration under an allée of flags waved by Wesley Village staff. At the conclusion of the meal, all veterans in attendance received personalized certificates and a flag pin, both provided by
Wesley Village activity aide Michaline Gubitoso wheels resident veteran William Kelleman into an event honoring veterans under the last two flags, held by Billing Clerk Colleen Bridger, left, and Administrative Intern Mike Perlock.
Veterans of the Vietnam War in Pittston. Social Worker Ellen Machovec organized a patriotic col-
lage-making activity in advance of the event and projects were displayed throughout the dining room to add to the festivities.
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The pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, first, second and third-grade classes of Holy Rosary School, Duryea, recently celebrated the feast day of St. Nicholas by participating in the custom of placing their empty shoes for St. Nick to fill with treats. From left, first row, are Derek Heppding, Jameson Sciandra and Connor Martin. Second row, Gloria Tabone, Ethan Licari, Emma Gernhardt, Louis Castaldi and Dana Mackin.
Celebrating the feast day of St. Nicholas at Holy Rosary School, Duryea are, from left, first row, Abigail Miller, Rowan Lazevnick and Noelle Barnak. Second row, from left, Anthony Paglianite, Coran Twomey and Danilo Giordina.
Students who celebrated the feast day of St. Nicholas are, from left, first row, Paul Stevenson, Li Na Herron amd Angleina Castaldi. Second row, Jacob Carden and John Solomini.
Students at Holy Rosary celebrate feast day of St. Nicholas The pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, first, second and thirdgrade classes of Holy Rosary School, Duryea, recently celebrated the feast day of St. Nicholas by participating in the custom of placing their empty shoes for St. Nick to fill with treats. Students learned of the many deeds performed by the beloved patron saint of children.
Holiday recess slated
Advent Wreath Prayer Service
Advent Wreath Service will be prayed at 8:30 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 17. Christmas concert
The annual Holy Rosary Christmas Concert will be held at 5 p.m. today, Dec.16 at Holy Redeemer High School, 159 S. Pennsylvania Ave., Wilkes-
Barre. The preschool four-year olds and kindergarten classes will amaze you and the first, second and third-grade songs will put you in the mood for Christmas. The Nativity Story – Child of the Promise – will be presented by eighth-grade students.
intends to share the message during the Advent season is through the “Mitten Tree Project.” The school is asking each family to donate one new pair of mittens or gloves, perhaps in the same size as your child. Scarves or hats are also welcome. All donations will be hung on our “Mitten Tree” in the front Mitten Tree hallway and will be donated to One way Holy Rosary School the Pittston Kids’ Closet on
Wednesday, Dec. 20 in time to warm a little child’s hands (and heart) for Christmas. If you would like to participate, please send your donation in by Monday, Dec. 17.
no longer available. Amazon.com has decreased its percentage to 2% as of Nov. 16. Gift certificates will be sold on Thursday, Dec. 20. Regular sales after the Christmas holiday Gift certificate news will resume on Thursday, Jan.3. The following changes to the For more information, call the gift certificate program are be- school office at 457-2553. ing announced: McDonald’s certificates are
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• Holiday Recess The Wyoming Area Elementary Schools will have an early dismissal on Friday, Dec. 21, all students will be dismissed at 12 p.m. (noon) for the Christmas Holidays. Schools will resume on Tuesday, Jan. 2. The faculty and staff would
like to wish everyone a “Merry Christmas” and a “Happy New Year.” • Fundraiser update The Fall Gertrude Hawk/ Mums Fundraiser winners are as follows: Thanks to everyone for their participation. One top seller from each grade was awarded a $25 Barnes &
Noble gift card, provided by the PTO. Kindergarten – Gianna Karkutskie 1st Grade – Morgan Slusser 2nd Grade – Olivia Allen 3rd Grade – Sebastian Beck 4th Grade – Sailym Jones 5th Grade – Caitlyn McDonough Additionally, every student
who sold more than $40 of Gertrude Hawk is automatically entered in a Student Participation Raffle. The prizes, 3 Chocolate Towers, are graciously provided by Gertrude Hawk. The winners were: Samara Belles Christian Naugle Zachary Houston
• PTO thanks parents The Montgomery Avenue PTO thanks everyone who helped out in any way with the Fifth Grade Dance and the Santa’s Story Hour this past week. The PTO wishes everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
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PA’s FBLA holds workshop On Wednesday, Dec. 19, at 7 p.m., the Pittston Area Chorus will hold its annual Winter Chorus Concert at The Pittston Area Senior High. The concert will feature The Intermediate Center and Middle School Chorus, and include all of your favorite holiday tunes, along with a finale that will feature both choirs joined by The Sperazza Band. The Intermediate Center and Middle School Choirs are under the direction of Mrs. Jennifer Sperazza and Mr. Eric Sperazza. District News
• Friday, Dec. 21is an early release day for district students. Students will be dismissed according to the following schedule: High School: noon Middle School: 12:30 p.m. Intermediate, Primary and Kindergarten Center: 12:50 p.m. • Holiday Vacation The Pittston Area School District will be closed Monday, Dec. 24 through Tuesday, Jan. 1 in observance of the holiday season. Schools will resume Wednesday, Jan. 2. High School
• Senior Interviews Matt Pierantoni, the son of Fred and Donna Pierantoni , was born on October 2, 1994 and lives in Dupont. Matt can usually be found playing basketball with his friends Aaron Black, James Lizza, Nick Bolka, and Michael David Harding, or on the links at Irem golf course in Dallas. Matt’s favorite food is chicken marsala and favorite music group is Maybach Music. His favorite teachers are Mrs. Plis and Mr. Walsh. Matt is involved in the National Honor Society, Key Club, and is a four year member of the Pittston Area golf team. Matt’s most memorable moment of high school was finally earning his seniority by being able to paint up and stand in the first row of the pep squad. His most challenging part of high school was geometry and trig. Matt’s plans for after graduation are to attend Temple University like his father did. Matt’s idol is Lebron James. Angelina Reed was born on November 10, 1994. She lives in Avoca with parents James and Cynthia Reed. Angelina’s favorite teachers are Mr. Richards, Mrs. Miller, and Mrs. Saunders. Her favorite food is extra cheese pizza and her favorite movies are Grease and Finding Nemo. Angelina’s activities include chorus, Art club, yearbook, and bowling. Her plans for after graduation are to go to college and major in education. Angelina describes high school as challenging. Miranda Waurunek was born on March 5, 1995. She lives in Yatesville with her parents Pat and Joe Waurunek. Her favorite food is anything from Panera Bread, favorite movie is Footloose, and favorite artist is Beyonce. Miranda’s favorite teachers include Ms. Oliver and Mr. Carroll. Her idol is Jennifer Hudson. Miranda’s activities are Irish step dance, playing tennis, and swimming. Miranda describes her high school experience as bittersweet. If she could start high school over again she would have focused on tennis more. Her plans for after graduation are to attend King’s or DeSales University for physician’s assistant, and then travel the world. When she gets older she is looking forward to the adventure of being an adult. • Seniors visit McCann A seminar open house was available to local high school seniors at the McCann School of Business in Wilkes-Barre on Friday, Dec. 7. Seniors who attended the seminar were provided with college course opportunities available to them. The school paid for the seniors to take advantage of the "Personality Profile", an assessment tool capable of analyzing each senior’s personality traits, which then gave them a better understanding of which career path was best suited for that individual. Seniors were then able to visit classes
and gain real college experience within the courses that they chose. One of the provided college courses was Criminal Justice, which Pittston Area High School senior Courtney Kapalka recalls as an exciting experience that provided her with base knowledge of fingerprinting and DNA analysis. - By Taylor Balasavage Middle School
• Make-up pictures at the middle school will be taken on Tuesday, Dec.18. If you have any questions, call the main office at 655-2927. • The next meeting of the Builders Club will be held in January. Salvation Army Bell Ringers are to report to the Walmart in Pittston at their designated time on Saturday. • The next practice for the Spelling Bee will be held tomorrow after school in Mrs. Brady’s room. Students are responsible for their own transportation home. See Mrs. Brady or Mrs. Noone if you are unable to attend. The in-school spelling bee will be held on Monday, Jan. 28. • There will be a Science Olympiad meeting Wednesday after school from 3-4 p.m. in room 145 with Ms. Quinn. Students are responsible for their own transportation home, and all rides must be in front of the middle school no later than 4pm. Please note this meeting is for members of the Science Olympiad only. There will be a Math Club meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 18, from 3-3:45 in room 243 with Dr. Keska. Members should bring their problem sets from the last meeting. Students must provide their own transportation home. Rides should be at the front of the school no later than 3:45. This is the last meeting before the In-School MATHCOUNTS Competition in January. If you are not able to attend this meeting, please see Dr. Keska for the next set of problems. • Mr. Bilbow and Mr. Booth would like to thank and congratulate Mr. Lemoncelli and all of the members of the Middle School Band for their wonderfully entertaining Christmas Band Concert. • There will be Christmas Chorus practice on Monday and Wednesday from 3pm until 4pm in the Middle School music room. Students are responsible for their own transportation home and all rides need to be in front of the middle school no later than 3:55 p.m. Intermediate Center
The Christmas Chorus Concert will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 19 at 7 p.m. in the High School Auditorium. Students are to arrive no later than 6:30 p.m. in the High School Cafeteria. Students are encouraged to wear red and green. •Students make cards for Veterans Students from the IC recently helped support a local business reach its Christmas goal. Miss Kim’s Coffee Shop was collecting Christmas cards to send to Veterans and soldiers oversea. Various classes took time to create cards for the brave men and women of our armed services. •Holiday Book Fair The IC is pleased to announce the dates for the December Book Fair. The Scholastic Book Fair will be held Dec.12 through17 in the school’s lobby. For those of you too busy with the Christmas rush to stop on by, the IC will be offering a first time online book fair. Orders can be placed up to Dec. 19 at www.scholastic.com/ fair Any questions you can contact Miss Carr at 654-7176. Primary Center
•Special Holiday Events On Thursday, Dec. 20, all students will participate in reading aloud the story, The Night Before Christmas, led by Mrs. McAndrew. Following the read aloud, students will sing Christmas songs led by the high school chorus. •Parent & Child Holiday Com-
puter Site An interactive site for parents and children to visit together is: www.northpole.com. Reading, math, writing, and fun activities are available on this site. Kindergarten Center
•BREAKFAST WITH SANTA “Breakfast With Santa” will be held on Tuesday, December 18 in our Kindergarten Cafeteria. The PTO will purchase breakfast for each student. •“POLAR EXPRESS” MOVIE DAY Kindergarten students will watch “The Polar Express” movie in their classrooms on Wednesday, December 19. Children may wear pajamas or a sweatsuit to school. NO snack is needed as each child will receive marshmallows and hot chocolate.
Pittston Area's Future Business Leaders of America club held a regional workshop on Nov.14 at the high school. FBLA clubs from other schools, guest speakers and representatives from the district attended the event. The night included an opening ceremony where Mr. John Haas, principal of Pittston Area High School, gave a welcoming speech. After the opening ceremony, students went to workshops of their choice from the 18 that were offered. At the workshop, guest speakers spoke about different topics. The speech topics included anything from business and law to bullying. The club is moderated by Mrs. Lisa Joyce and Mrs. Alane Zurek. Members of Pittston Area's FBLA club who participated in a regional workshop are, from left, first row, Ryan Joyce; Nicole Chaiko; Kristen Santey; Sara Czerniakowski; Kyla Balchune; Abby Joyce; Adam Ginocchetti; Eric Sklanka; Michael Havrilla; Eann McCloe; Sarah Velehoski and Meredith Yoswiak. Second row, Spencer Saxon; Nuncio Savoy.
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Blue Christmas Carol Sing-along set for Dec. 20 in Duryea Christmas services scheduled Thursday Nativity of Our Lord Parish invites the community to a Christmas Carol SingAlong to be held Thursday, Dec. 20 at 6:30 p.m. in the
Not everyone feels “merry” at Christmas. Some people, quite understandably, suffer from “the blues” at holiday time. Those who mourn the loss of someone special, those coming to terms with life after a divorce or separation, people reeling from the loss of a job, and those battling cancer or some other disease or painful condition often find holiday festivities and traditional Christmas parties to be difficult to endure. Even the bright celebrations of Worship on Christmas Eve can be painful. In recent years, many churches have become sensitive to the needs of people who are “blue” at Christmastime by holding a special service on the longest night of the year. According to one description, such worship experiences create “sacred space” for people living through dark times. Such services are reflective, accepting where we really are, and holding out healing and hope. On Thursday, Dec. 20, at 7 p.m. Second Presbyterian Church of Pittston will conduct a Blue Christmas/Longest Night Worship Service to be led by the Rev. David Brague, Pastor of Second Presbyterian Church, and the Rev. James Thyren, Pastor of First United Presbyterian Church. The Scriptures, music and mediations offered will focus on the comfort God offers in the dark times of people’s lives.
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Yoga classes scheduled The West Pittston Library announces the following items: • Yoga Beginner Yoga 1 will be at 10:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. on Mondays, 9 a.m. on Wednesdays and 10:30 a.m. on Fridays. Beginner Yoga 2 will be held from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Intermediate Yoga will be at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesdays. All classes are held on the top floor of the former American Legion Building at 316 Linden St. by the Montgomery Avenue Elementary School. The cost is $7 drop-in and discounted punch passes are available. • Basic computer classes This beginner class offers students insight into the basics of a computer. Learn the different parts of the computer; manage your desktop, icons and folders; master saving files and much more. Session 1 will be from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. from Jan. 3 to. • Gift wrapping will be offered at Boscov’s from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Dec 15. The Friends of the Library will wrap gifts at the Wilkes-Barre store for donations. • Weekly Story Time is at 1 p.m. every Friday. Each week a fun, kid-friendly theme is chosen, a few books are read aloud to the group and then children and adults gather to complete a related craft. It’s a great way to get children interested in books and introduce them to the library. • An evening on The Polar Express will be at 6:30 p.m. on Dec. 17. Get the kids in their pajamas and head over to the West Pittston Library to enjoy a special evening Story Time. Children will hear the story of The Polar Express followed by a themed craft and a yummy snack of hot chocolate and cookies.
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Free Christmas dinner Saturday at First Baptist First Baptist Church of Pittston is inviting the entire community, especially the homeless and all those who are in need, to a free Christmas Dinner on Saturday, Dec. 22. The dinner will include pasta and meatballs, salad and dessert. There will be giveaways for adults and children. The church is located on Water Street in Pittston and dinner will be served from 3 to 7 p.m. It is the intent of the church to provide a hot meal to all those in need, including the homeless and those who can’t afford to purchase food for a holiday meal. Anyone who would like to attend is requested to call the church office at 654-0283.
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First United Presbyterian Church
532Main St. Avoca (570) 457-2566 Pastor Sharon Dietz (570) 282-0104 Sunday – Worship Service 11:15 a.m. Communion first Sunday of each month – non perishable food items will be collected. Mondays – Bible study – 6 p.m. alternating each week with Brick UM Church, Duryea. 1st Thursday of each month – food give-away 4 to 6 p.m. for needy of Avoca and Duryea.
Corner of Broad & Church Sts. Pittston Rev. Susan Hardman-Zimmerman 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: 2ndMonday unless told otherwise The Children’s Christmas Program will be on Sunday, December 16. Christmas Eve Service will be at First Methodist Church Old Forge at 8 p.m.
West Pittston Rev. James Thyren 654-8121 The Session of the First United Presbyterian Church of West Pittston announces the following schedule for the week of Dec. 16: Sunday, Dec. 16: 10 a.m., Sunday School; 11 a.m., Worship at St. Cecilia’s; 12:05 p.m., Semi Annual Meeting; Deacons sponsored Cookie Exchange. Thursday, Dec. 20 at 7 p.m., Brick United Methodist Longest Night/Blue Christmas 935 Foote Ave., Duryea Service at Second Presbyterian (570)457-4424 Church, Parsonage St., Pittston. Pastor Sharon Dietz Services are being held at St. (570) 282-0104 Cecilia’s Roman Catholic Sunday Worship Service 9:45 Church on 1700 Wyoming Ave, a.m. Sunday School – 10:15 a.m. Exeter. during morning Worship ServicFirst United Methodist es for ages 3-12 Communion first Sunday of Church each month – non perishable West Pittston food items will be collected. Dec. 17 – 7 p.m. Boy Scouts Mondays – Bible study – 6 Dec. 19 – 10 a.m. Mommy and p.m. alternating each week with Me, 6 p.m. Daisy Scouts, 7 p.m. Bethel UM Church, Avoca; Mir- Choir acle of Awareness – coffee time Dec. 20 – 7 p.m. Weight – 6 p.m. meeting 7 p.m. Watchers Thursday – New beginnings Dec. 23 – 10 a.m. Worship, meeting 7 p.m. Third Thursday Family Christmas Party of each month – United MethoFull Gospel Chapel dist Women – 6:30 p.m. Avoca Christian and Missionary Adult Sunday School, 9:30; Alliance Sunday morning worship at 317 Luzerne Avenue 10:30 a.m. West Pittston Christmas Eve candlelight Glendale Gospel Church communion service will be held 105 Church Drive at 11 p.m. Monday, Dec. 24. Glendale/Pittston Township. Open to the community, all are Sunday Service 10:45 a.m. welcome to attend. For additionHarding Church al information call 654-2500. The Breaking Bread Soup of Christ RR 1 Box 187A, Falls Kitchen at the church - has set Sunday services: 10 a.m. Sunhours for December. Meals will be served from 5:00-6:30 p.m. day School and 11 a.m. Church on Mon., Dec. 17. There will be Service. Call 388-6534 no meals on Dec. 24 or 31. Meals Holy Mother of Sorrows PNCC will resume on January 7. 212 Wyoming Avenue, Dupont Christ Community Clothes Rev. Zbigniew Dawid, Pastor Closet will be open Mondays Sunday Masses from 5- 6:30 p.m., Tuesday and 8:00 a.m. Traditional Mass Thursdays from 3 to 5 p.m., and 9:00 a.m. Rehearsal for Wednesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. Christmas play and Coffee Hour Gently used clothing can be 10:30 a.m. Traditional High donated at any time by placing Mass the items in the clothing shed in Daily Mass the church parking lot. 9:00 a.m. Tuesday through FriBoth of these community services are offered to the general day 4:45 p.m. Thursday, Dec.20, public free of charge. For additional information or details con- First Holy Communion Class Friday, Dec. 21, at 7 p.m. Penitact the church office at 654tential Service will be held with 2500. general confession for adults. First Baptist Church Saturday, Dec. 22, at 4 p.m. Rev. James H. Breese, pastor, Children’s Christmas play and party. All parishioners and Water Street, Pittston Sunday 9:30 a.m. Worship and friends are invited. If anyone Praise Service/Children’s Sun- wants to bring a covered dish, day School, Adult/Teen Sunday cake and cookies etc. call Carol School immediately following Bondurich at 654-8991. Christmas Wafers (Oplatek) service. Wednesday 7:15 p.m. are available from parish orgaBible Study nist Jan Cwikla with a donation. First Congregational UCC
500 Luzerne Avenue West Pittston Rev. Joan Mitchell, Pastor Sanctuary is handicapped accessible. Sunday, 11 a.m. Morning Worship Service The Congregation’s Christmas Dinner will be held after Morning Worship in the Fellowship Hall.
Independent Bible Church
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Main St., Inkerman Services: Sundays, 9 a.m. Langcliffe Presbyterian
1001 Main St Avoca Sunday Morning worship 11:15 am with Rev Joyce Warner 14 Broad Street Pittston The Langcliffe Church is Sunday Worship 9:15 a.m. handicap accessible. Nursery is with Rev. William N. Lukesh.
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Parish families at St. Monica's participated in lighting of the Advent candle for the second week of Advent. From left, are Debbie Koss, instructor for the mentally challenged students; Joseph Sanfilippo, acolyte; Joseph Latona, lighting second candle; Father McKernan, pastor; and Sarah Shemanski, acolyte. The Lewko family will light the third Advent Candle on for the weekend of Dec. 15 and 16. The Mikolychik family will participate at 8:30 a.m. today, Dec. 16 and the sharkey family will light the candle at 11 a.m. today, Dec. 16.
Christmas Day Masses at 8, provided for children. On Sunday, Dec. 23 at 4 p.m. 9:30 and 11:15 a.m. Beginning Saturday, Dec. 29, Christmas Vesper Service followed by a pot luck dinner in the the 7 p.m. Mass will be celebrated at 6 p.m. during the winter social hall. months.
Moosic Alliance Church
608 Rocky Glen Road, Moosic Pastor: Doug Jensen 4576020 maccma2@verizon.net Sunday morning Sunday School for all ages at 9:30 a.m. Sunday morning Worship at 10:45 a.m. Prayer meeting, Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Celebrate Recovery Ministry, Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. Nativity Of Our Lord
Stephenson St., Duryea Mass Schedule Saturday: 4 p.m. Holy Rosary Church; 5:30 p.m. Sacred Heart of Jesus Church Sunday: 8 a.m. Holy Rosary Church; 9:30 a.m. Holy Rosary Church; 11 a.m. Sacred Heart of Jesus Church Oblates of St. Joseph
Highway 315, Laflin Masses are held daily in the seminary chapel at 7 a.m. (Monday – Friday) and on Saturday mornings at 8 a.m. There are no weekend Masses. Confessions are heard daily from 9 a.m. – noon and from 3 – 6 p.m. Office hours are Monday – Friday: 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., evenings and weekends by appointment. Office phone number is 654-7542. Every Wednesday evening Mass is celebrated at 7 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. St Joseph Marello
William St., Pittston The Altar & Rosary Society will be visiting members in the nursing homes this afternoon. Also, the Society will not be meeting for December. The next meeting will be held on Thursday, Jan. 17. A Next Sunda, Dec. 23, all children from public and Catholic schools are invited to participate in the 9:30 a.m. Mass. At the beginning of the Mass the statue of the Infant of Prague will be crowned. After Mass children and parents are invited to a Christmas Breakfast in the Parish Center. Santa will be the special guest. Confessions will be heard on Tuesday from 6:30 to 7 p.m.. The weekly holy hour will follow. The Advent Penitential Service will be held on Wednesday from 4:30p.m. to 6 p.m. for all children. Confessions will be heard. On Monday, Dec. 24, Confessions will heard from 11 a.m. to noon. The Christmas Mass Schedule is: Christmas Eve Masses at 4 p.m. with the Nativity Narration by children with a Mass; 6 p.m. Christmas Mass; 11:30 p.m. Christmas Carols with the Midnight Mass.
Corpus Christi Parish Immaculate Conception and Holy Redeemer churches
Luzerne Ave., West Pittston Christmas Wreath Sale The cost is $10 for a fresh wreath with a red bow. To order a wreath, see any member of the Youth Group or call the rectory 654-2753 or Juel Ann Klepadlo at 430-1470. You may pick out your own wreath at Ciampi’s Greenhouse on Tunkhannock Avenue, West Pittston by taking your prepaid ticket. Youth Choir The children will be singing at the 4 p.m. Mass at Immaculate Conception Church on Christmas Eve. The Youth choir meets for practice on Sundays at 5 p.m. Our Lady of the Eucharist
535 N Main Street, Pittston www.eucharist-pittston.org Mass Schedule Saturday Vigil: 4 p.m. Sunday: 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. Daily Mass: 8 a.m. Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confessions) Saturday from 3:30 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. and by appointment Religious Education Classes, grades 1-6 are held on Sunday mornings from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Classes in preparation for the celebration of the Sacrament of Confirmation are held on Sunday evenings from 5 to 6:30 p.m. If you have any questions with regard to the program, please call Sister Mary Ann at 654-0263. Thank you to all who were able to participate in the parish giving tree. All gifts will be delivered to Staten Island on Wednesday, Dec. 19. Adult Choir Rehearsals for Christmas began are held on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. The Children’s Choir began rehearsals are held on Sunday from noon to 12:45 p.m. The children leading the music at the 4 p.m. Christmas Eve Mass. For more information about either choir, call Michael Sowa at 655-1419. Members of the Adult and Children’s Choirs will be going Christmas caroling at the Anthracite Apartments, Main Street, Pitttston, next Saturday, Dec. 22 at 1 p.m. If you are interested in participating, please call Michael Sowa at 655-1419 no later than Wednesday, Dec. 19. In preparation for Christmas, there will be two Deanery Penance Services. Priests will be available on Monday, Dec. 17 at 7 p.m. at St. John the Evangelist Church and on Tuesday, Dec. 18 at 7 p.m. at St. Cecilia’s Church. In addition, Father Maloney will be available on Wednesday, Dec. 20 from 7 to 7:45 p.m. at Our Lady of the Eucharist Church. Father Maloney celebrated the Sacrament of Reconciliation with the children in CCD grades 3 and 4 last Sunday and will celebrate with students in grades 5 and 6 today during their regularly
scheduled class time. The Confirmation students will celebrate the Sacrament this evening during their regularly scheduled class time. Christmas Eve, Dec. 24, Mass will be celebrated at 4 p.m. and 10 p.m. The Children’s Choir will perform a musical prelude at 3:45 p.m. The Adult Choir will perform a musical prelude at 9:45 p.m. On Christmas Day, Dec. 25, Masses will be celebrated at 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. New Year’s Eve/Day: Mass will be celebrated on Monday, Dec 31, at 4 p.m. and on Tuesday, Jan. 1, at 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.
Bring canned item to benefit the Greater Pittston Food Pantry. Tickets are available at the Parish Center for Feb. 2013 lottery tickets. Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and in the vestibule of the church. Lottery tickets are $10 each. Proceeds benefit the Holy Name Society projects. Return in before Jan 31 in order to register all tickets. Baptismal Instruction Tuesday, Feb 12 The Free Health Clinic is open at 5:30 p.m. every Wednesday in the former Seton Catholic High School, first come first serve. Greater Pittston Kids Closet celebrating its third anniversary Sacred Heart of Jesus provides new and gently used Lackawanna Ave., Dupont clothing. Hours are Wednesday This week’s mass schedule is: from 9 to 11:30 a.m. and 5 to 7 Monday through Friday at 7 p.m. a.m., Saturday at 7:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. and Sunday at 8:30 a.m. and St John’s Lutheran 7 Wood St., Pittston 10:30 a.m. 570-655-2505, stjohnspittChristmas Wafers (Oplatki) and 2013 calendars for parish- ston@verizon.com Pastor John Castellani ioners will be available in the Organist, Marcia Colleran church lobby following all weekFirst Quarter Portals of end masses. The donation for Prayers are available in the rear Oplatki is $2. Following the 10:30 a.m. mass of the Church. Poinsettias may be purchased today, parishioners will begin to put the Nativity into place and for $5 per plant. It will be placed in the Church start to decorate. Due to the Christmas Holiday, for Christmas Eve Service to the Rectory office will be closed help beautify the worship area in from Monday, Dec. 24 through celebration of Jesus birth. These poinsettia may be taken Wednesday, Dec. 26. The office will close at 12 p.m. on Monday, home after the Service. Leave a Dec. 31 and will reopen on message for Sara if your interested Wednesday, Jan. 2. Bulletin and Votive candle The Choir will meet on Thursday, Dec. 20 at 6:30 p.m. in the openings January 27. Please leave a message for Doris if inchoir loft. Dec. 16 - CCD Mass at 8:30 terested. Planning Committee meeting a.m. Students will meet in the church hall at 8:10 a.m. Grade 4 at 6:30 p.m. on Dec. 16. Week Day School starts at will assist Father at the mass. Dec. 17 - CCD classroom Christ- 5:30 p.m. Dec. 20. Church Council meets @ 6:30 mas celebrations. Classes will p.m. Monday Dec. 10. not be held on Dec. 24. Adult Bible Study is on for St. Barbara Parish December 11 @ 6:30 p.m. 28 Memorial Avenue, Exeter Acolyte Schedule for DecemOffice Hours: Monday – Fri- ber... 16 Emily Goyne; 23 day 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Brooke Cherney; 24 Richard Evenings, by appointment. Drummond; 30 Justin Peterson. Phone: 654-2103 Mid week advent services will The December Wedding An- be held Dec. 19 at 7 p.m. Soup niversary Mass will be held on salad, sandwiches and dessert Monday, Dec. 17 at 7 p.m. All before the Wednesday Services couples celebrating their wed- from 6 to 6:45 p.m. ding anniversary in the month of Weekday School Program/ December are invited to come Play will be on Dec. 23 in place and receive a special blessing. of regular worship service. Communal Penance Service: Christmas Eve Service will be St. Anthony’s Church, Tuesday, at 9 p.m. Dec. 18, at 7 p.m. The Christmas Wafers will be St. John’s P.M. Church 316 Main St., Avoca available for purchase after all Pastor Rev. Dale E. Pepper Masses. Or you may purchase them at 570-780-9587 Sunday Service 10 a.m. the rectory between the hours of Bible Study every other 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. There are 4 wafers per enve- Thursday 6 p.m. All are welcome! lope and the cost is $2 per envelope. The 10:30 a.m. Mass on St. Maria Goretti Laflin Road, Laflin, PA. 18702 Christmas morning will be a Pastor: Monsignor Neil Van children’s Mass. EVENTS FOR DECEMBER Loon 42redwood@comcast.net Monday, 17: 7 p.m. - Wedding www.stmariagoretti-laflin.org Anniversary Mass The Choir Concert, under the Tuesday, 18: 7 p.m. - Commudirection of Jennifer Johnson, nal Penance Service Saturday, 22: 7 p.m. - Movie will take place in the Church, Dec. 16 at 3 p.m. “The Nativity” The parish has a Christmas Monday, 24: 4 p.m. - Christmas Vigil Mass (St. Anthony’s); tree and the children decorate it 6 p.m. - Christmas Vigil Mass with gloves/mittens and socks (St. Cecilia’s); 8 p.m. - Holy which will be given to the PittHour of Adoration (St. Antho- ston Clinic at the end of the seany’s); 10 p.m. - Christmas Vigil son. Please send in some of these items with your children to hang Mass (St. Anthony’s) Tuesday, 25: 8 a.m. - Christ- on the tree. NEW ITEMS ONLY. · Practice for Christmas Nativmas Mass (St. Anthony’s); 9 a.m. - Christmas Mass (St. Cecilia’s); ity Play: Dec. 21 at 7 p.m. · Dec 16– Children’s Liturgy 11 10:30 a.m. - Christmas Mass (St. Anthony’s); 12 – 4 p.m. - Adora- a.m. Mass · Dec. 16– Conformation evetion of the Blessed Sacrament ning session 6 p.m. Father Paul (St. Anthony’s) McDonald will discuss Advent St. John the Evangelist & Christmas. Parish Community PARISH CALENDAR DECEMBER 35 William Street 16 - Deanery Confessions - St. Phone: 654-0053 John the Evangelist Church , Pittston. Williams St., Pittston - 7 p.m. Christmas Mass Schedule 16 - Christmas Concert - 3 Christmas Eve – Dec. 24 – p.m. – Parish Center 4:30 p.m. and Midnight 17 - Confession—St. CeceChristmas Day – Dec. 25 – 10 a.m. 12:15 p.m. no 5 p.m. Mass lia’s, Wyoming Ave., Exeter - 7 Children’s Christmas Party p.m. 24 - Christmas Vigil Masses sponsored by Holy Name Society, Sunday, Dec. 16 – 11 a.m. at Seton Catholic Auditorium. 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fession. Men’s Retreat: At Mount Savior Monastery on the weekend of Feb. 1-3. Information is available from Fr. McKernan at 693-1991. Continued from page 5B High School Theology: will 4 p.m. (Children’s Mass) 5:30 be held on the 1st and 3rd Sunday p.m. of each month in the Rectory 25 - Christmas Masses - Mid- from 9:45 to 10:45. night & 10 a.m. 31 - New Year’s Eve Mass - St. Peter’s Evangelical Lutheran Church 4:30 p.m. JANUARY 100 Rock Street, Hughestown 1 - New Year’s Day Mass - 10 Stpeters_elc@yahoo.com a.m. 654-1009 Sunday School 9 a.m. St. Mary’s Polish National Worship Service 10 a.m. Catholic Church Confirmation Classes 9 a.m. 200 Stephenson St. Duryea Dec. 24, Christmas Eve SerRev. Fr. Carmen G. Bolock, vices 4 and 11 p.m. Pastor Phone: 457-2291 Email: padre@saintma- Queen of the Apostles Parish ryspncc.org 715 Hawthorne St. Website: saintmaryspncc.org (570) 457-3412 Holy Mass: Sunday 9:30 a.m. stmarysavoca@verizon.net Weekdays: 8 a.m. www.stmaryavoca.4lpi.com Holy Days: 8 a.m. & 7 p.m. Queen of the Apostles Parish at St. Mary’s Church St. Monica’s Church 715 Hawthorne St., Avoca 363 West 8th Street, West (570) 457-3412 Wyoming, PA 18644 stmarysavoca@verizon.net Office Hours - 9:00 a.m. to www.stmaryavoca.4lpi.com 4:30 p.m., Mon. – Fri. Daily Masses: 8 a.m. Phone: 570-693-1991 (Wednesday at 7 p.m.) Email: olos363@verizon.net Eucharistic Adoration: Tueswww.stmonicanepa.com. days from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Father Leo McKernan, Pastor Miraculous Medal Novena: Mr. William Jenkins, Deacon Wednesday following the 7 p.m. Mass Schedule: Mass Saturday Vigil: 4 p.m.@ Weekends Masses: Saturday OLOS at 4 p.m.; Sunday at 8, 9:30 and Sunday: 8:30 a.m. @ STJ; 11 11 a.m. a.m.@ OLOS Confession: Saturdays 3-3:45 New Daily Mass Schedule: p.m.; anytime upon request by Daily Mass at OLOS – Tues, calling 457-3412. Wed., Fri. – 7 a.m. Mon. & There will be an Advent EveThurs. – 7 p.m. ning Prayer Service at 7 p.m. on Adoration of the Blessed Sac- Thursday, Dec. 20 at the church. rament – Friday after morning The evening vespers will be Mass until 11 a.m. prayed. First Friday Adoration – after Christmas Eve and Day ser7 p.m. Mass until Midnight. vices will take place at St. Mary’s Next First Friday is Jan. 4. Church, 715 Hawthorne St., at Parish Pastoral Council: Meet- the following times: Christmas ing on Sunday, Dec. 16 at 6 p.m. Eve: 4 p.m. children’s liturgy; in the CCD Center. traditional Christmas hymns at A combined Advent Penance 11:30 p.m. followed by Midnight Service sponsored by St. Barba- Mass; Christmas Day: 9:30 and ra’s in Exeter and St. Monica’s 11 a.m. Mass. Parishes will be held on Tuesday, The Sacrament of ReconciliaDec. 18 at 7 p.m. at St. Barbara’s tion will be available from 6 to 7 (St. Anthony’s site.) Several p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 19; 2 to Priests will be available for Con- 4 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 22 and
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week of Dec. 16: Sunday, Dec. 16: 9:30 a.m. – Sunday School 11 a.m. – Worship Noon – Congregational Meeting 5 p.m. – Christmas Pageant Tuesday, Dec. 18: 7 p.m. – AA Meeting Wednesday, December 19: 6:30 p.m. – Choir Rehearsal Thursday, Dec. 20: 7 p.m. – Longest Night/ Blue Christmas Service Trinity Episcopal Church
Spring Street and Montgomery Avenue, West Pittston Sunday Holy Eucharist: 11 a.m. every Sunday. Second Presbyterian Food Pantry: December items needed are canned and boxed 143 Parsonage St., Pittston soups and crackers. Gerrity’s gift 654-1411 The Session of the Second cards, cash donations and other Presbyterian Church announces non-perishable foods also acthe following schedule for the cepted.
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Prayer network. Open To Public. Daily prayer for those with needs requesting prayerful support. Start Prayer network at parish office 654-3261. Youth Program: 10:45 a.m. every Sunday. Weekday special events and service projects as announced. Faith Forum for Adults: Enrichment for adults seeking 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, and toiletries in a store-like setting in the church’s refurbished basement of donated items. The Woman of Trinity has supported this ministry by delivering donations of clothing, new undergarments and socks and toiletries to the Scranton church. WOT will continue to collect trial size and hotel toiletries and invites the parish community to join with them in helping the less fortunate. Donations of trial size and sample size toiletries are welcome. Party and Banquet Space. Newly renovated banquet room and kitchen. All Day Rental $100. Reservations at 654-3261. Music Together Classes: Fun and music for infants and children through age five accompanied by a parent or caregiver. FREE Music Together Demonstration and Sing A Long with Santa, Saturday December 8, 10 a.m. at the church. Reservations for demo/sing a long required. Call 654-3261. Winter semester of Music Together begins January 8. For registration information call 654-3261. Visit www.musictogether.com for information on Music Together. . United Methodist Church
Corner of Broad & Church Sts. Pittston Rev. Susan Hardman-Zimmerman Sunday Worship Service 9:30 a.m.; Children’s Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.; Holy Communion: 1st Sunday each month; Choir Rehearsal: Thursday’s at 7 p.m. unless told otherwise; United Methodist Women: 2nd Monday unless told otherwise Websitewww.umcpittston.org. Phone 655-4340 leave message The Children’s Christmas Program is Sunday, Dec. 16.
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Found
NOTICE is hereby given that Letters Testamentary have been granted in the Estate of: JOHN I. KASA, a/k/a JOHN KASA, late of the Borough of Dupont, who died November 18, 2012. All persons indebted to said Estate are requested to make payment and those having claims to present the same, without delay, to the Executrix, THERESA PALENSKI and her Attorneys. SAPORITO, SAPORITO & FALCONE 490 NORTH MAIN STREET PITTSTON, PA 18640
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IF YOU’RE NOT SELLING YOUR JUNK VEHICLES AND HEAVY EQUIPMENT TO
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LIKE NEW
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Used Tires & Batteries for $20 & Up
Extra $100 for school busses 570-760-2035 570-542-2277 6am to 9pm
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ATVs/Dune Buggies
TOMAHAWK`11
ATV, 110 CC. Brand New Tomahawk Kids Quad. Only $695 takes it away! 570-817-2952 Wilkes-Barre
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Autos under $5000
CADILLAC ‘94 Coupe 2 door
90,200 miles. Color Red. $2,300 or best offer. Call 570-825-1990 Plains
FORD ’95 F150
4x4. 1 Owner. 91K. 4.8 engine, auto. Runs great. New paint, stake body with metal floor. 570-675-5046. Leave message, will return call.
LINCOLN ‘00 NAVIGATOR
4x4, Dark green, loaded with new equipment. 5.4 engine. Runs great, looks great! 155K $4495 570-675-5046
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VITO’S & GINO’S 288-8995
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NOW $4,295
FOUND. Woman’s gold ring on S. Franklin Street, near Boscov’s parking entrance. Call to describe. 570-655-8876
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Attorney Services
DIVORCE No Fault $295 divorce295.com Atty. Kurlancheek 800-324-9748 W-B FREE Bankruptcy Consultation Payment plans. Carol Baltimore 570-822-1959
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CHEVY ‘30 HOTROD COUPE
All Junk Cars & Trucks Wanted
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457 Wanted to Buy Auto
$47,000
DODGE ‘02 VIPER GTS 10,000 MILES V10
6speed, collectors, this baby is 1 of only 750 GTS coupes built in 2002 and only 1 of 83 painted Race Yellow it still wears its original tires showing how it was babied. This car is spotless throughout and is ready for its new home. This vehicle is shown by appointment only. $39,999 or trade. 570-760-2365
WANTED!
IMMEDIATELY for teens or sibling groups. Compensation, training, and 24 hour on-call support provided. Please call FRIENDSHIP HOUSE (570) 342-8305 x 2058. Compensation up to $1200.00 per month per child.
415 Autos-Antique & Classic
CHRYSLER ‘03 PT CRUISER
Dark Red, Black interior. Very clean, 100K miles. Auto, Air, power steering, power brakes, CD/Cassette. Great Car! $3,200 Call 570-212-1046
412 Autos for Sale
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570-301-3602 TOYOTA ‘04 CELICA GT
112K miles. Blue, 5 speed. Air, power windows/locks, CD/cassette, Keyless entry, sunroof, new battery. Car drives and has current PA inspection. Slight rust on corner of passenger door. Clutch slips on hard acceleration. This is why its thousands less than Blue Book value. $6,500 OBO. Make an offer! Call 570-592-1629
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VOLVO ‘06 S40
Automatic, original owner. Paid over $30,000. Fully equipped too much to mention. Clean car fax. Like new with only 14,000 miles. Just serviced & inspected by Volvo. Brand new tires. $13,900 negotiable. call for details 570-510-8613
415 Autos-Antique & Classic
CHEVROLET `76 PICKUP 4 Cylinder
Kit Car $5,500 OR TRADE JUST REDUCED (570) 655-4884
MAZDA `88 RX-7 CONVERTIBLE
1 owner, garage kept, 65k original miles, black with grey leather interior, all original & never seen snow. $7,995. Call 570-237-5119
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MERCEDES-BENZ `73 450SL with Convertible
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. Priced to Sell! $23,000. Call 570-825-6272
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Motorcycles
SCOOTER ‘12 BRAND NEW
All ready to ride, electric start, automatic transmission, disk brakes, rear luggage trunk, under seat storage, around 100 mpg, fully street legal, all ready to go! only $1,595. Call 570-817-2952
SUZUKI ‘01 VS 800 GL INTRUDER Garage kept, no rust, lots of chrome, black with teal green flake. Includes storage jack & 2 helmets. $3600 570-410-1026
YAMAHA ‘97 ROYALSTAR 1300
12,000 miles. With windshield. Runs excellent. Many extras including gunfighter seat, leather bags, extra pipes. New tires & battery. Asking $4,000 firm. (570) 814-1548
Very Good Condition! NEW PRICE $1,500. 570-362-3626 Ask for Lee
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570-574-1275
460 AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE DIRECTORY
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Down Payment Security Deposit 1st Month Payment Registration Fees
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570-346-4641 1-800-982-4054
www.minookasubaru.com HOURS: MONDAY THRU THURSDAY 9:00 A.M. TO 8:30 P.M. FRIDAY 9:00 A.M. TO 5:00 P.M. SATURDAY 9:00 A.M. TO 2:00 P.M. • CLOSED SUNDAY EPA estimated fuel economy for 2013 Legacy 2.5i CVT models. Actual mileage may vary. Financing contingent on lender approval. Tax not included. Other lease terms available. Call for details.
Management Co. seeking Assistant Food Service Director/Trainee for local school district. Management or supervisory experience required. Must possess strong communication and computer skills. Need PA clearances and background checks. Competitive wages/benefits. Send resume with salary requirements to: Corporate: HR-WB121112 580 Wendel Road Suite 100 Irwin, PA 15642
548 Medical/Health
TRUCK CAP
Ford F-150 20082009 A.R.E Truck Cap. Black, Fiberglass, 5 1/2 ft bed Has break light, interior cargo light, clamps. All carpet on the inside Sliding side windows with screen locking back window/door. Front window folds down for cleaning $400. Call 855-0550, leave message
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503
INDIVIDUAL INCOME TAX PREPARER For local account-
ing firm. Seasonal positions (January to April). Full or part time. Experience necessary. Flexible schedule. Excellent pay. Send inquiries to: Manager PO Box 1253 Kingston, PA 18704
518 Customer Support/Client Care
-We’re looking for a friendly and energetic person to join our team as a Full-Time Leasing Consultant at Hilltop Apartments. Are you creative, organized, dependable and capable of working independently? Do you possess exceptional customer service and people skills? Do you possess knowledge of Microsoft® products? Then you are the right candidate for this position. Occasional evenings and weekends may be required. This is your opportunity for a new and exciting career. Please send resume to: hilltopapts@com cast.net or mail to Hilltop Apartments Attn: Property Manager 517 Roosevelt Street, Edwardsville, PA 18704. EOE
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Production/ Operations
Looking for someone with experience in CORIN WORK. Please contact Drew at (609) 712-2591
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566
Sales/Retail/ Business Development
SALES Experienced Outside Sales professional (Commissioned) to offer our no-cost financial services. We are a growing company with huge upside potential. Must have strong people skills and be comfortable building relationships with senior executives. Fax Resume to: (866) 969-0690, Email to: CMCNorth east@verizon.net
RN CHARGE NURSE Full Time 3pm-11:30pm. Skilled Nursing Facility Experience Preferred
Lakeside Health & Rehabilitation 245 Old Lake Road Dallas, PA 18612 570-639-1885 E.O.E.
LPN Need night shift
caregiver for Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, 11pm8am. Pittston area. Alert, reliable, trustworthy. Experience and references. 570-239-4589 Leave a Message.
600 FINANCIAL 610
Business Opportunities
COOKIE ROUTE AVAILABLE: 1-2 days a week with good income. For more information call Karen at 570-925-5991
PERSONAL TRAINING CENTER FOR SALE 570-592-2458 for details
Accounting/ Finance
considered a career in Real Estate Property Management?
LEGACY
ASSISTANT FOOD SERVICE DIRECTOR/ TRAINEE Food Service
490 Truck/SUV/ Van Accessories
ARE YOU LOOKING FOR AHave GREATyou JOB?
2013 SUBARU
527 Food Services/ Hospitality
OPTICIAN
Experienced full time-part time Optician needed for upscale optical. Experience required. Emphasis on exceptional patient care/customer service. Frame selection, lens design, lab and dispensary experience preferred. Outstanding communication skills, organizational ability, a professional manner, and superior attention to detail are necessary for this position. Salary commensurate with experience. Forward resume’ to: Thomas Engle, 1100 Highway 315, WB, PA 18702.
RESIDENTIAL STAFF
PT shift positions available for serving female youth in 24 hour/7 day a week residential treatment program. Experience with youth MH/MR population is a plus BS in social work or related field is preferred. Excellent compensation, benefits, salary. Fax resume to: 570-825-4746 or e-mail skrochta@voapa.org EOE
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700 MERCHANDISE 708
Antiques & Collectibles
YEARBOOKS. COUGHLIN (25) 1928-1980, GAR, (22) 1928-2006, MEYERS, (22) 19571981, WYOMING VALLEY WEST, (11) 1970-1992. NANTICOKE, (2) 19711979, PITTSTON, (11) 1967-1981HANOVER (6) 1951-1981 MINT. Prices vary depending on condition. $20-$40 each. Call for further details and additional school editions. 570-825-4721 arthurh302@ aol.com
742
Furnaces & Heaters
OIL TANKS (2)
275 gallon indoor oil tanks. Very good condition. Converted to gas. $125. each. Call 570-760-2793
744
Furniture & Accessories
BEDROOM SUITE. 7 piece. Light maple wood. Triple dresser with mirror, chest, 2 nightstands, headboard, footboard and rails. $750. 570-762-6322 CHAIRS, (2) Genuine leather, custom made recliners. Taupe color, like new. $550 each. 570-675-5046 DEN FURNITURE Wood/cloth. Regular size sofa, chair and ottoman. Coffee table, 2 end tables. Excellent condition. $325 for all. 570-675-5046
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Garage Sales/ Estate Sales/ Flea Markets
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.
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Other
WEST WYOMING 6th Street
OPENSPACE YEAR ROUND ACE SP AVAILABLE INSIDE & OUT Acres of parking
OUTSIDE SPACES $10 Saturday 10am-2pm Sunday 8am-4pm
752 Landscaping & Gardening SIMPLICITY LAWN TRACTOR, Model 738, with mower deck, snow thrower, and snow blade. Excellent Condition. Negotiable. 570-474-6158
551
Other
Machinery & Equipment
SNOW BLOWER. Craftsman. 12 HP, 32” dual stage. Electric start. Track Drive. $525. 570-675-5046
758 Miscellaneous DVDs “The Office” Seasons 1, 2, 3, & 4. New $35. 570-606-9776
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MERCHANTS VILLAGE
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(Former Walmart Building) Oak St., Pittston
Come Shop With Us!
NOW ACCEPTING Food Stamps Access Card, Cash Assistance”
3 Acres Inside Air Conditioned
Huge, Huge Inventory
• FOOD ITEMS Huge Selection 1/2 Price!
• diapers BABY ITEMS by the case
• BEAUTY ITEMS Make-Up • CLEANING ITEMS
• ELECTRONICS • HOUSEHOLD ITEMS • HEALTHCARE • TOOLS Food Court
570-891-1972
PITTSTON AREA Contents of beauty shop. Turn the key operation or contents only. For more information please Call 570-654-0998
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796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise
CASH PAID
Guns & gun parts, Civil War items, military items, US & German, swords, daggers & knives. Old toys and coins. Fishing equipment. Private Collector 570-417-9200
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Are you looking for rewarding job opportunities working with individuals with intellectual disabilities? We invite you to join our team in our Luzerne County locations. St Joseph’s Center has the following employment opportunities:
Program Assistant
These positions are based at our Adult Day Program and assist with meeting the personal, developmental and therapeutic needs of our clients. Positions are full time.
Direct Care Staff
These positions are based in our group homes and are a part of our nursing team assisting our residents with their daily needs such as personal hygiene, meals, and activities. On the job training is provided with shift differential. Positions are part time and per diem.
LPN
Must have a PA Practical Nursing License and prior experience preferred. Positions are part time. All positions require a high school diploma and a valid driver’s license. Please apply online at www.stjosephscenter.org or 2010 Adams Avenue, Scranton, PA 18509; Phone (570) 342-8379 EOE
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Dogs
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BEAGLE PUPPIES In time for Christ-
mas. One male, 1 female, 5 months. Home- raised, W-B Twp. Looking for a good home. 570-328-5029
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BORDER COLLIES 1 male, 1 female,
3 months, 1st shots, parents on site. $250. 570-864-3257
362 Susquehanna Avenue Completely remodeled, spectacular, 2 story Victorian home, with 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, new rear deck, full front porch, tiled baths & kitchen, granite countertops. All cherry hardwood floors throughout, all new stainless steel appliances & lighting. New oil furnace, washer/dryer in first floor bath. Great neighborhood, nice yard. $174,900 (30 year loan, $8,750 down, $887/month, 30 years @ 4.5%) NOT IN FLOOD 100% OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE Call Bob at 570-899-8877 570-654-1490
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Equestrian
QUARTER HORSE MARE Registered, 24 year old 4H horse, great for children or beginners. English or Western. No bad habits. $975. 570-443-7170
900 REAL ESTATE FOR SALE 906 Homes for Sale Having trouble paying your mortgage? Falling behind on your payments? You may get mail from people who promise to forestall your foreclosure for a fee in advance. Report them to the Federal Trade Commission, the nation’s consumer protection agency. Call 1-877FTC-HELP or click on ftc.gov. A message from The Times Leader and the FTC.
SHAVERTOWN room house,
9 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, heated sunroom, 2 car attached garage. 570-947-1200
JENKINS TOWNSHIP
New Section in Highland Hills, Only 3 lots left in Charles Place. Call 570-498-9244
LAFLIN $32,900 Lot#9 Pinewood Dr
10 Fairfield Drive Exceptional & spacious custom built cedar home with open floor plan and all of the amenities situated on 2 lots in picturesque setting. Create memories in this 5 bedroom, 4 bath home with 18’ ceiling in living room, gas fireplace, granite kitchen, large 2 story foyer, huge finished lower level for entertaining with bar/full kitchen & wine cellar. Inground pool & hot tub. $389,900 Directions: Rt 315 to Laflin Rd., right onto Oakwood Dr., right onto Fordham Rd, left onto Fairfield Dr., home is on the right. www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-4063 Call Keri Best 570-885-5082
Build your new home in a great neighborhood. Convenient location near highways, airport, casino and shopping
156 X 110 X 150 X 45 DIRECTIONS Rt 315
to laflin Rd; make left off Laflin Rd onto Pinewood Dr. Lot is on corner of Pinewood Dr. and Hickorywood Dr. MLS 11-3411 atlas realtyinc.com Call Keri Best 570-885-5082
915 Manufactured Homes
EAST MOUNTAIN RIDGE & SAN SOUCI PARKS PRICES REDUCED!
Financing Available MobileOneSales.net Call 570-250-2890
NANTICOKE
941
Apartments/ Unfurnished
Beautifully remodeled 3 bedroom home in mint meticulous condition, with 2 full baths, and a 2 car garage, hardwood floors, tile floors, exterior composite wood deck, fully finished lower level family room, large closets, upgraded kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, gas heat, excellent neighborhood. $174,900 Bob Stackhouse 654-1490
modern. 2 bedrooms, living room, computer room, laundry room with washer & dryer. Full bath, kitchen with stove, fridge and dish washer. Fresh paint and carpet. Water and trash incl. No smokers, no pets. $550/mo plus security. 570-881-9789 after 6PM
1472 S. Hanover St. Well maintained bi-level. This home features 2 bedrooms, 1 3/4 baths, recreation room with propane stove. Walk out to a 3 season porch. Professionally landscaped yard. 1 car garage, storage shed, new appliances, ceiling fans. Close to LCCC. $153,900. Call 570-735-7594
PITTSTON
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Apartments/ Unfurnished
FORTY FORT 39 Tripp Street
Modern & spacious first floor 2 bedroom apartment with sunroom & rear porch Includes stove, refrigerator, washer, dryer, storage, garage & off street parking. $575/ month plus utilities. References, security. No pets, No smoking. Ready to move in and December is FREE! 570-417-2775 or 570-954-1746
151 E. Saylor Ave. Fixer upper with great potential in quiet neighborhood. 3 bedrooms, 1 bath with off street parking and nice yard. Directions: Rt 315, at light turn onto Laflin Rd to bottom of hill. Turn right onto E. Saylor. atlasrealtyinc.com MLS 12-3672 Call Keri Best 570-885-5082
LAFLIN $129,900
111 Laflin Road Nice 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath Split Level home with hardwood floors, 1 car garage, large yard and covered patio in very convenient location. Great curb appeal and plenty of off street parking. Rt. 315 to light @ Laflin Rd. Turn west onto Laflin Rd. Home is on left. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-2852 Keri Best 570-885-5082
Completely Remodeled 3 bedroom. Home in a great neighborhood. Includes refinished hardwood and new tile floors, new bathroom and kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. Gas heat, nice yard and porches. $74,900 Call (570)654-1490
PITTSTON TWP. $175,000
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SWOYERSVILLE
Spacious first floor. 2 bedrooms, new heat, central air, kitchen, bath, and appliances. Incl. coin-op laundry. $650 plus security and utilities. No pets or smoking. 570-885-7434 Ask for Lauren
WEST PITTSTON
4 bedrooms, 1 bath, single car detached garage, eat-in kitchen, living, dining & family rooms gas baseboard heat, 2 zones. Unfinished basement, window treatments included, great bones. $74,900. 570-262-7949 or 570-332-7686
E.Light, WALNUT ST. bright, 3rd
floor, 2 bedrooms, elevator, carpeted, entry system. Garage. Extra storage & cable TV included. Laundry facilities. Air Conditioned. Fine neighborhood. Convenient to bus & stores. No pets. References. Security. Lease. No smokers please. $780 + utilities. Call. 570-287-0900
Brand new, remodeled, 1st floor, 1 bedroom. Coin-op laundry on premises. Extra storage in basement. $495 /month + heat & electric. Call 570-287-9631 or 570-417-4311
WEST WYOMING
Eighth Street Beautiful, 2nd floor, 2 bedroom, 1 bath. All appliances, includes washer/ dryer & air conditioning. Non smoker, security & references, off street parking, no pets. $595 + utilities. 954-2972
WILKES-BARRE
Mayflower Crossing Apartments 570.822.3968 1, 2, 3 & 4 Bedrooms - Light & bright open floor plans - All major appliances included - Pets welcome* - Close to everything - 24 hour emergency maintenance - Short term leases available
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110 Front St. Great price and great location. This well-maintained 3 bedroom, 1.5 baths bilevel home is in move in condition. Spacious eat-in kitchen with custom cabinets, tile floor and counters. Unique lower level family room with wood burning fireplace, office space. laundry/bath combo. Plenty of storage including an 8X6 cedar closet. Outdoor space has covered patio, columned carport and well manicured partially fenced yard. Detached large garage. For more info & photos, go to www.atlasrealtyinc.com MLS# 12-2053 Call Angie at 570-885-4896 Terry at 570-885-3041
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KINGSTON
WILKES-BARRE $99,900 70 McLean Street
Very nicely updated & maintained 2 story home, 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, 4season sunroom with huge backyard & deck. Newer carpeting, off street parking & security system. ONE YEAR HOME WARRANTY. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 12-2886 Keri Best 570-885-5082
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570-288-5569 LARKSVILLE
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152 Elizabeth Street Spacious 2 bedroom apartment with ample closet space. Off street parking. All utilities and appliances included. No pets. $795 + lease & security. Call 570-510-7325
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LOCATION MATTERS PRIME OFFICE SPACE The Mack Building 281 PIERCE ST. Kingston, PA. Refined office suites, or individual flexible office spaces on 2nd floor comprised of approximately 1,300sq. ft. Central A/C, glass door entrance, 6 rooms consisting of waiting room, French doors leading to conference room(s), offices, bathroom, kitchenette, with ample storage/ archive space available, parking lot area professionally maintained.
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AVOCA
MODERN OFFICE SPACE for lease, 2,800 sq. ft. ground floor, ADA compliant. Currently set up as medical suite, will renovate to suit tenant. Close to Rt. 81, parking for 50+ cars. 570-954-7950
953 Houses for Rent EXETER Beautiful magnificent Cape Cod style home. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, finished lower level, 2 car garage with a rear deck area. Master bedroom and bath on first floor, new carpets, recently painted, hardwood & tile floors, granite counters & stainless steel appliances in kitchen. Gas heat. $1500 per/ month. 570-479-6722
HARVEY’S LAKE
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Multiple signage opportunities: Exterior Bronze wall plaque,Entrance glass-doors, Street frontage sign, and billboard
Remodeled single home. 3 bedrooms. Gas heat. No Pets. $695/month & 1st month, & security deposit. Credit Check Required. 570-479-0302
*Available February 1st. showing by appointment only 570-472-1110
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7 room house with 3 bedrooms, 1 full tile bath. Large kitchen with beautiful oak cabinets, new stove, fridge, carpeting, flooring, draperies & windows. Washer/dryer hook up on 1st floor. Single car detached garage. Large yard. Gas heat. Pets OK, no smoking. $900/ month + utilities & security. Close to airport, I-81 & casino. 570-762-8265
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• Model #RL5H4CEW • 248-hp, 3.5-Liter, 24-Valve, SOHC i-VTEC® VTEC® mission V-6 Engine • 5-Speed Automatic Transmission h Trac• Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) with tion Control • Anti-Lock Braking System m (ABS) • Driver’s Seat with 10-Way Power Adjustment, ustment, including Power Lumbar Support • Power wer Sliding Doors • 17” Alloy Wheels • 229-Watt att AM/ FM/CD Audio System with 7 Speakers including Subwoofer • 2GB CD-Library • Bluetooth® etooth® HandsFreeLink • USB Audio Interface • Exterior Temperature Indicator • Multi-Function 2nd-Row Center Seat • Three-Row Side Curtain Airbags with Rollover Sensor • Front Side Airbags with Passenger-Side Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) • Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control System with Humidity Control and Air Filtration • One-Motion 60/40 Split ****Lease Lease 3rd-Row Magic Seat®
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‘S HONDA CIVIC 04 VP Cpe, 122K 03 LX Sdn, 82K
$6,500 $8,250
04 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER LS 4WD Red, 114K, Was $7,950
$6,950
Now
07 CHRYSLER SEBRING TOURING
03 MAZDA TRIBUTE 4WD
Navy, 71K, Was $9,850
Beige, 51K, Was $9,950
Now
$7,950
Now
$8,500
1.9% for 36 mos 07 08 10 10 10
ACCORD ACCORD ACCORD ACCORD ACCORD
05 DODGE STRATUS CPE R/T
2.9% for 60 mos ACCORDS VP SDN Silver, 75K.........................NOW $11,950 EXL SDN Green, 70K .....................NOW $14,950 EX SDN Silver, 74K .........................NOW $15,750 LX SDN Red, 30K...........................NOW $15,950 LX SDN Red, 27K...........................NOW $15,950
Now
ELEMENT 4WD 09 ELEMENT EX Red, 53K ...................................NOW $16,500
$6,950
Now
09 ACCORD EX SDN Black, 45K.........................NOW $16,500
06 EX, Silver, 96K
06 FORD ESCAPE XLT 4WD Green, 77K, Was $10,500
$9,950
$6,950 $11,950
01 EX, 5 Spd, Silver, 119K
Gray, 90K, Was $7,950
07 CHEVY HHR Navy, 35K, Was $10,500
Now
$9,950
10 ACCORD EX SDN Burgandy, 19K ....................NOW $17,950 10 ACCORD EXL CPE Blue, 19K........................NOW $17,950 07 KIA OPTIMA LX SDN
08 CHEVY IMPALA LT SEDAN
Silver, 38K, Was $10,950
White, 53K, Was $10,950
Now
$9,999
08 CHRYSLER SEBRING LX SDN Blue, 14K, Was $12,950
Now
$12,500
10 TOYOTA COROLLA S SEDAN Red, 35K, Was $15,750
Now
$14,350
Now
$10,750
10 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS SDN Red, 25K, Was $12,950
$12,500
Black, Soft Top, 47K, Was $15,950
Black, 53K, Was $15,950
06 HONDA PILOT EX 4WD White, 56K, Was $18,500
Now
$15,750
ACCORD ACCORD ACCORD ACCORD ACCORD ACCORD
1.9% for 36 mos
EXL EXL EXL EXL EXL EXL
V6 SDN Silver, 18K ..............NOW $18,950 SDN Red, 28K .......................NOW $18,950 SDN Gray, 42K .......................NOW $18,950 SDN Black, 23K ......................NOW $19,500 SDN Navy, 20K.......................NOW $21,750 SDN Black, 11K ......................NOW $22,950
2.9% for 60 mos
RIDGELINE 4WD 09 RIDGELINE RTL NAVI Black, 59K ..............NOW $24,750
Now
$15,250
10 TOYOTA MATRIX S AWD Gray, 23K, Was $18,950
Now
$16,450
1.9% for 36 mos
2.9% for 60 mos
ODYSSEY 08 ODYSSEY LX Slate, 72K .....................NOW $14,950 10 ODYSSEY EX Slate, 24K.....................NOW $22,500
09 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS SDN
06 HONDA ACCORD EXL SDN
Silver, 34K, Was $12,750
White, 74K, Was $12,950
Now
07 11 10 10 11 11 11 11 12
PILOT PILOT PILOT PILOT PILOT PILOT PILOT PILOT PILOT
PILOT 4WD EXL Gray, 76K.........................................NOW $18,950 LX Gray, 48K............................................NOW $22,500 EXL Silver, 45K .......................................NOW $25,950 EXL DVD Silver, 39K ............................NOW $27,500 EXL Silver, 25K .......................................NOW $28,950 EXL Gray, 32K ........................................NOW $29,500 EXL Mocha, 14K ......................................NOW $29,950 EXL DVD Silver, 25K ............................NOW $28,950 TOURING NAVI/DVD White, 18K..NOW $37,500
$11,500
10 MAZDA 3 4DR H/B Blue, Was $13,950
Now
$12,900
08 HONDA RIDGELINE RTS 4WD White, 87K, Was $15,950
Red, 23K, Was $14,950
08 VW PASSAT 2.0T S/W
$14,950
10 10 11 10 11 12
CIVICS 07 CIVIC LX SDN White, 60K................................NOW $12,500 09 CIVIC LXS SDN White, 68K.............................NOW $12,950 11 TOYOTA COROLLA LE SEDAN 10 CIVIC EX SDN White, 69K................................NOW $13,950 10 CIVIC LXS SDN Blue, 38K ..............................NOW $15,250 Now $14,500 09 CIVIC EX SDN Silver, 40K................................NOW $15,250 12 CIVIC LX CPE Silver, 16K.................................NOW $16,950
06 JEEP WRANGLER X 4X4 Now
10 ACCORD EXL SDN Red, 41K .......................NOW $18,500
Now
08 10 10 11 11 11 10 10
CRV CRV CRV CRV CRV CRV CRV CRV
CRV 4WD LX Green, 43K ..............................................NOW $17,500 EX Black, 63K...............................................NOW $18,750 EX Navy, 38K ...............................................NOW $19,950 LX Gray, 32K ................................................NOW $19,950 EX Blue, 37K................................................NOW $21,500 SE Black, 18K ...............................................NOW $21,950 EXL Black, 26K............................................NOW $23,500 EXL-NAVI Sage, 30K ...............................NOW $23,500
*1.9% for 36 mos/ 2.9% for up to 60 mos on Certified Accords thru Am Honda Finance W.A.C. Certified Hondas have 1 yr - 12k, Basic Warranty & 7yr - 100k Powertrain from orig. inservice date.
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$14,900
10 HYUNDAI ELANTRA GLS SDN Gray, 38K, Was $15,750
Now
$15,250
07 DODGE DAKOTA SXT 4X4 Club Cab, Black, 26K, Was $19,950
Now
$18,750
Now
$11,950
05 HONDA PILOT EXL Black, 76K, Was $14,500
$13,500
Now
10 CHEVY MALIBU LT SDN Black, 32K, Was $15,750
$14,950
Now
09 PONTIAC VIBE AWD Silver, 26K, Was $15,900
Now
$15,500
10 BMW 328Xi SEDAN Navy, 41K, Was $24,950
Now
$23,500
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B1604 - Auto., MyFord, Keyless Entry w/Keypad, Convenience Group, Cruise Control, Perimeter Alarm, Sirius Satellite Radio, SYNC,
B1284, B1468- 3.7L V6 Engine, Automatic Transmission, XL Plus Pkg., Cruise Control, CD, MyKey, Power Equipment Group, Power Mirrors, XL Decor Group, 40/20/40 Cloth Seat
B1683 , Trailer Tow Pkg., CD, 6.2L V8, Auto., SYNC, Fog Lamps, Adjustable Pedals, Pwr. Seat, Electronic Shift-onthe-Fly, Trailer Hitch, Roof Clearance Lights, Powerscope Trailer Tow Mirrors,
B1457 , 5.0L V8, Auto. Temp Control, Privacy Glass, Pwr. Heated Leather Seats, Universal Garage Door Opener, 6 Disc CD, Remote Start, Rearview Camera, Reverse Sensing Sys., Tailgate Step, Chrome Angular Step Bar, Chrome Pwr. Folded Heated Signal Mirrors, 18” Chrome Clad Wheels
B1399 -
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, 5.0L V8,
Remote Start, Rearview Camera, Reverse Sensing Sys., Tailgate Step, Chrome Angular Step Bar, Chrome Pwr. Folded Heated Signal Mirrors
B1700 , Trailer Tow Pkg., CD, 6.2L V8, Auto., SYNC, Fog Lamps, Adjustable Pedals, Pwr. Seat, Electronic Shift-on-the-Fly, Trailer Hitch, Roof Clearance Lights, Powerscope Trailer Tow Mirrors
B1674, CD, Trailer Tow Pkg., Auto., 6.2L V8 Engine, Fog Lamps, Adjustable Pedals, Pwr. Seat, SYNC, Electronic-Shift-on-the-Fly, Trailer Hitch, Powerscope Trailer Tow Mirrors, Roof Clearance Lights
*Tax and tags extra. Security Deposit waived. All factory rebates applied *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. Photos of vehicles are for illustration purposes only. Coccia Ford is not responsible for any typographical errors. See dealer for details. Sale ends
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